Early Storm Damage
By Gary Scott on April 17, 2026 at 5:26pm
The early stages of what could be a stormy night have dropped trees in Pike and Scott counties and knocked down power poles along the Woodson Winchester Blacktop. There were several power poles snapped along the blacktop, and Pittsfield residents reported numerous downed power lines and trees. A grade school play in Pittsfield was postponed […]
World of Outlaw Race Tonight at the Jacksonville Speedway has been postponed to sometime next month
By Gary Scott on April 17, 2026 at 11:31am
The promoter for the Jacksonville speedway says the World of Outlaws Jacksonville showdown is a no go tonight. Weather has postponed one of the biggest events on the Speedway schedule here. Dobson hoped the race could sidestep much of the rain and thunderstorm activity. But, discretion is the better part of valor, and he hopes […]
Higher Fire Protection Fees may be in offing for South Jax rural customers
By Gary Scott on April 17, 2026 at 11:00am
The South Jacksonville board next month will look at buying a fire truck, and raising rural fire protection fees. The trustees discussed both items last night at a committee of the whole meeting, but did not take any action. The South Jacksonville fire department needs a new aerial truck. President Dick Samples says the department […]
Morgan Co Multiplier-1
By Gary Scott on April 17, 2026 at 10:52am
The state says Morgan county property values need no increase for 2025 taxes, payable in 2026. That means Morgan County final multiplier is 1, meaning no adjustments are needed in the state’s eyes for property values here. The tentative multiplier released in January of this year was actually below 1. It has now been adjusted […]
Two Wanted in Morgan
By Gary Scott on April 17, 2026 at 10:49am
Two men wanted on warrants make up the most wanted for Morgan-Scott-Cass Crimestoppers this weekend. One of the two is 25-year-old Tydon Austin. He is wanted for control substance delivery, resisting police and driving with a revoked license. His last known address was on Gardendale Drive in Jacksonville. Austin is a black male, weighing 188 […]
Lifestar May Be In Trouble in Springfield
By Benjamin Cox on April 17, 2026 at 6:37am
A long-time ambulance provider in Springfield may soon be forced out of service. The Illinois Times reports that LifeStar Ambulance Service, one of three companies handling 9-1-1 calls in the city of Springfield, could be barred from operating in Sangamon County after May 25th. The move comes after Springfield Memorial Hospital cited the company for […]
Underground Mural Going Up Downtown
By Gary Scott on April 17, 2026 at 6:23am
Jacksonville Main Street is getting money for a new mural downtown. Main Street has been awarded $15-thousand from the Illinois Arts Council. Jacksonville Main Street director Judy Tighe says the new mural will go across the street from the Morgan County Courthouse. It will occupy the vacant wall on the side of the Rammelkamp law […]
PLUW Finishes Best Campaign in Years
By Gary Scott on April 16, 2026 at 10:36am
This year’s Prairieland United Way campaign raised more money this year than the organization has raised in nearly a decade. Prairieland United Way held its annual meeting last night to honor the two chairmen…Ryne Turke and Daniel Hackett, in addition to all the volunteers and agencies of the campaign. This past campaign hit the $517,539 […]
Calhoun Teacher to be Let Go
By Benjamin Cox on April 16, 2026 at 10:30am
The Calhoun Community School District has accepted the resignation of a junior high teacher as an investigation into his conduct continues. The Alton Telegraph reports that Evan Hopper, a first-year physical education and health teacher, submitted his resignation during a special school board meeting Tuesday night. District Superintendent Lori Young says Hopper had been suspended […]
Pilot Club and 75 Years
By Gary Scott on April 16, 2026 at 10:22am
One of Jacksonville’s service clubs celebrates its 75th birthday this year. Members of the Jacksonville Pilot Club cut a ribbon in front of Jacksonville city hall. President Tina Young is proud to call herself a member of the Pilot Club. She is proud of both the club, and the support the club receives from the […]
