Category Archives: Local News
Pritzker signs plan to eliminate debt in unemployment fund
By JOHN O'CONNOR AP Political Writer SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) - Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Thursday signed into law a measure that officials say will eliminate a $1.8 billion debt in the pandemic-battered ac...
Dec 10, 2022
Avalanche take losing streak into matchup with the Blues
Colorado Avalanche (13-10-1, third in the Central Division) vs. St. Louis Blues (12-15-0, sixth in the Central Division) St. Louis; Sunday, 3 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The Colorado Avalanche look to break...
Dec 10, 2022
Next week last week for leaf vacuums in Salem and Centralia
Both Salem and Centralia have announced that the fall leaf vac service will end next Friday, December 16th. In Salem, the final collection will be on your normal garbage collection day. In Centralia, ...
Dec 09, 2022
Dr Junidi joins SSM Health Medical Group - Illinois
SSM Health Medical Group- Illinois is continuing the expansion of its medical staff in Centralia with the addition of a well-known and respected family medicine provider and general surgeon. Dr. M.A. ...
Dec 09, 2022
Best Western Plus Centralia Hotel and Suites wins brand's highest honor
The Best Western Plus Centralia Hotel and Suites in Centralia has been recognized with the M.K. Guertin Award which is the brand's highest honor. The Centralia Best Western is one of only 49 hotels ou...
Dec 09, 2022
Centralia Chamber of Commerce welcomes new location for Orthopedic Center of Southern Illinois
The Centralia Chamber of Commerce marked the opening of the new Orthopedic Center of Southern Illinois facility in Centralia on Thursday with a ribbon cutting. Dr Angela Freehill says they are excited...
Dec 09, 2022 Dr. Angela Freehill, with scissors, gets ready to cut the ribbon as Dr. Don Kovalski, Dr. Matthew Phillips, and Dr. Houle watch along with members of the Greater Centralia Chamber of Commerce.
Illinois State Police investigating fatal officer involved shooting
Illinois State Police are investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting that occurred in Williamson County in deep Southern Illinois. Division of Criminal Investigation Zone 7 was requested by the W...
Dec 09, 2022
Marion County State's Attorney releases two pending further investigation of armed robbery
The Marion County State's Attorney's office has elected not to file armed robbery charges against two people arrested Wednesday pending further investigation. Central City Police had arrested 30-year-...
Dec 09, 2022 Marion County Courthouse with old flag poles that have now been removed due to structural problems.
Salem Lions Club once again hosting Christmas Decorating Contest
The Salem Lions Club will be hosting a Christmas Decorating Contest again this year. Entries are being taken online through December 13th. You can sign up yourself or nominate your friends or neighbor...
Dec 09, 2022
Mt. Vernon man found guilty of armed robbery and shooting at police officer
A Jefferson County Jury deliberated just 40 minutes before finding 56-year-old Fredrick Goss of Mt. Vernon guilty of a 2021 armed robbery at the South Tenth Street Huck's Store in Mt. Vernon and aggra...
Dec 08, 2022