Illinois Electric Cooperative Announces Internet Expansion in Pike Co.
By Benjamin Cox on February 3, 2023 at 5:44pm
Illinois Electric Cooperative has announced they are expending their Internet capabilities in Pike County. According to an article originally published in the January issue of Illinois Country Living, IEC was one of 30 electric cooperatives nationwide that received funds through the Federal Communications Commission’s Connect America Fund Phase II auction. The funds awarded to the […]
Suspicious Vehicle Left in Field Leads to Juvenile Arrest in Pike
By Jeremy Coumbes on February 3, 2023 at 3:10pm
The discovery of a vehicle in a field led to the detainment of a juvenile in Pike County this week. According to a report by Pike County Sheriff David Greenwood this afternoon, at 7:13 Wednesday morning the Pike County Sheriff’s Department was dispatched to a rural area located between Nebo and Pearl after they received […]
Spfld Woman Arrested on Morgan County Warrant During Sangamon County Drug Investigation
By Jeremy Coumbes on February 3, 2023 at 2:55pm
A Sangamon County woman was arrested on an active Morgan County warrant in Springfield this week. According to a release by Sangamon County Sheriff Jack Campbell this afternoon, on Tuesday the Sheriff’s Office DIRT Team initiated a traffic stop of a white Hyundai passenger car in the 400 block of North Grand Avenue just after […]
Village Approves New Employee Manual, Bans Use of TikTok
By Jeremy Coumbes on February 3, 2023 at 11:24am
The Village of South Jacksonville joined a growing number of entities to ban a popular social media app. The Board of Trustees voted unanimously to approve a new employee manual for the Village during its regular February meeting last night. The updated manual has been in the works for a number of months as the […]
Deadline for Jacksonville Hall of Fame Nominations Drawing Near
By Jeremy Coumbes on February 3, 2023 at 10:30am
Time is running out to submit nominations to the Jacksonville Area Hall of Fame. After more than a decade, a new class will be induced to the hall this year, and the Jacksonville Area Hall of Fame Board is making a last call to ensure every possible nominee is considered. President of the Hall of […]
Main Street Annual Meeting Elects New Members, Receives Praise From IL Main Street
By Benjamin Cox on February 3, 2023 at 10:09am
Last night was filled with music, laughter, and awards for Jacksonville Main Street’s annual meeting at The Plaza. President of Jacksonville’s Main Street’s Board Megan McGuire began the evening by recounting Jacksonville Main Street’s accomplishments over the past two decades. She also wished to thank the night’s venue owners, John & Rachel Rohn, for saving […]
Local State Reps Unhappy with House Rules Process
By Benjamin Cox on February 3, 2023 at 9:35am
The Illinois House of Representatives passed floor rules on Wednesday ahead of adjournment. Democrats currently hold a super-majority in both chambers of the General Assembly. House Republicans have called for greater transparency, equity, and a fairer process for legislation introduced in either chamber. Following a Wednesday afternoon vote on the new rules, House Republicans believe […]
North Greene School District Looking At Food Service Contract For Next Year
By Benjamin Cox on February 3, 2023 at 9:23am
The North Greene School District is leaving all of its options open for food service. The North Greene School Board voted over the summer to go with a vendor for food service, ending its long-time process of self-operation across the district. In a request for proposal of bids, Organic Life LLC won the bid at […]
Wright Files Motion Against LifeStar EMTs Saying False Statements Were Made; Possible Influence of SPD Officer Account Alleged
By Benjamin Cox on February 3, 2023 at 9:12am
Motions filed in a case against two Springfield EMTS accused of first-degree murder say that false statements have been made to investigators and one of the EMTs are alleged to have tried to influence the statements of a Springfield Police officer. Sangamon County State’s Attorney Dan Wright’s motions claim that an Illinois State Police investigation […]
Yohn Brings Series of Motions, Complains of Ill Treatment at Adams Co. Jail in 2021 Sex Assault, Car Jacking, & Home Invasion Case
By Benjamin Cox on February 3, 2023 at 9:07am
A Springfield man defending himself in Adams County Circuit Court in a November 2021 sexual assault, home invasion, and carjacking case complained and argued multiple motions during a hearing Wednesday. 35 year old Bradley Yohn appeared with special counsel, Adams County Public Defender Todd Nelson yesterday hoping to reach a resolution on multiple motions he’s […]