Category Archives: Local News
Kaskaskia College to Keep Same Tuition and Fees for Next Academic Year
By Steven Stilt The Kaskaskia College Board of Trustees approved a resolution at Monday night's meeting to keep tuition and fee rates the same for the next academic year. Under the terms of the resolu...
Feb 24, 2026
Two Bonnie Residents Lose All Possessions at Their Home in Monday Night Fire
Fire destroyed a Bonnie home Monday night. Jefferson Fire reported fire was on the back porch and rear corner of the home at 450 West Camp Ground Road when they arrived. The fire eventually spread thr...
Feb 24, 2026
Marion County Soil and Water Conservation District Hands Out Annual Awards
The Marion County Soil and Water Conservation District honored a number in the farming community for their promotion of conservation practices at the 81st Annual Meeting held last week. The Conservati...
Feb 23, 2026 The Erin Donoho family receives the conservation district's Marion County Farm Family Award. Photo by Bruce Kropp.
Mt. Vernon Outland Airport Selected as Terminus for 2026 Air Race Classic
Mt. Vernon Outland Airport (KMVN) has been selected as the Terminus host site for the 2026 Air Race Classic, marking a major milestone for both the airport and the community. The nationally recognized...
Feb 23, 2026
A Look Inside Kaskaskia College's New Gym During First Basketball Games This Weekend
The Kaskaskia College Blue Devils and Blue Angels both earned victories as the new gym at Kaskaskia College was used for the first time Saturday. In fact, the Blue Devils used the opportunity to upset...
Feb 23, 2026 File: The KC Blue Angels in action on the new gym floor. Photo by Bruce Kropp.
Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce Leaders Very Enthusiastic About the Future
The Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce held an Open House on Friday evening to discuss future plans and gain input from members. Outgoing President Siretha Howe says the chamber is in a rebuilding mode...
Feb 23, 2026
Marion County Coroner Says Autopsy Confirmed 40-Year-Old Farina Man Died from Massive Heart Attack
Marion County Coroner Claude Howell says an autopsy confirms that a 40-year-old Farina man died from a massive heart attack while in the drive through line at the Salem Taco Bell last Thursday night. ...
Feb 23, 2026
Salem Man Found Dead in His Apartment Had History of Heart Issues
Marion County Coroner Claude Howell says a 52-year-old Salem man found dead in his apartment died as a result of on-going medical problems. Michael Hill of Glenwood Acres apparently had been dead sinc...
Feb 23, 2026
Fire Hits Machine Shed at Kinmundy-Alma Fire Chief's Home
Kinmundy-Alma Fire Chief Kevin Day had to call the fire department Saturday afternoon to put out a fire that spread rapidly through a large machine shed just ten feet from his home at 615 South Jeffer...
Feb 23, 2026 liz west / CC
Centralia City Council to Vote on New Firefighters Contract
The Centralia City Council Monday night will consider approval of a four-year contract agreement with the International Association of Firefighters Local Union #618. The firemen have already approved ...
Feb 23, 2026
