Sangamon Co. Republican 99th District Nominee Meeting Location Changed
By Benjamin Cox on December 29, 2021 at 2:11pm
The location and time is being changed for the decision meeting to select the person to represent Illinois’ 99th Legislative District. The public meeting will take place at 5:00 pm on Thursday, December 30, at the Gardner Township Town Hall, located at 1266 North Bradfordton Road in rural Springfield. The Sangamon County Republican Party are […]
Secretary of State Shutting Down Offices Due to Covid Surge
By Benjamin Cox on December 29, 2021 at 2:09pm
The Illinois Secretary of State is shutting down Driver’s Service Facilities for two weeks beginning January 3rd. Secretary of State Jesse White’s Office announced today that due to the most recent surge in Covid cases that all Secretary of State departments will not conduct in-person transactions – including Driver Services facilities – from Jan. 3rd […]
IL Lawmakers Keeping Eye on COVID Surge Ahead of Return to Session on Jan. 4
By Benjamin Cox on December 29, 2021 at 1:24pm
Illinois State legislators are keeping a close eye on COVID-19 numbers. Lawmakers are expected to return to Springfield on Jan. 4th. Governor J.B. Pritzker said yesterday during his COVID-19 press conference that he has spoken with leaders of both chambers of the General Assembly ahead of the upcoming session: “We’ve had to take extra precautions […]
Winchester EMS Raising Funds For LUCAS CPR Devices
By Benjamin Cox on December 29, 2021 at 1:12pm
Winchester EMS is seeking donations from the public for two life-saving devices for its ambulance service. An ongoing staffing and volunteer shortage at Winchester EMS has initiated fundraising for two LUCAS CPR devices. Winchester EMS EMT Libby Nobis says that a recent uptick in CPR calls along with their ongoing staffing problems prompted the push […]
Sangamon Co. Board To Upgrade Emergency Communication Systems
By Benjamin Cox on December 29, 2021 at 12:59pm
The Sangamon County Board is looking to improve the county’s emergency communication system. WMAY reports that the Sangamon County Board held a special meeting yesterday evening to vote on a proposal for a $13.9 million upgrade. The county’s current STARCOM 21 system was designed for radios mounted in first responder vehicles, not for portable handheld […]
City of Jacksonville To Increase Water & Sewer Rates in Coming Year
By Benjamin Cox on December 29, 2021 at 12:43pm
The City of Jacksonville will be increasing sewer rates in the coming year to offset some upcoming projects to the waste water treatment plant. Superintendent of Municipal Utilities Sally Long says she fought long and hard to keep current utility rates at their current level: “As you know, I fight really hard to keep the […]
IDPH Now Offering Ability to Verify Vaccination Status Via QR Code
By Jeremy Coumbes on December 29, 2021 at 12:41pm
Illinoisans now have a new electronic way to show proof of their vaccination status. The Illinois Department of Public Health’s Vax Verify immunization portal is now offering the use of the SMART Health Card. Vax Verify is an online system that allows Illinois residents 18 years and older to check their COVID-19 vaccination record. The SMART […]
IL State Museum Collecting Route 66 Memorabilia
By Benjamin Cox on December 29, 2021 at 12:34pm
The Illinois State Museum announced today it is collecting memorabilia focused on expanding its Route 66 collection. The museum is expanding the collection ahead of an exhibit they will display in 2026 celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the Mother Road. The museum is seeking items that will help illuminate Route 66’s history, both during its […]
Meredosia House Explosion Investigation Concludes Leaving More Questions Than Answers
By Benjamin Cox on December 29, 2021 at 12:32pm
An investigation into a house that exploded in Meredosia this summer has closed with many questions still remaining. The Journal Courier reports that the Illinois State Fire Marshal’s Office has said that a natural gas explosion of undetermined origin on the evening of June 23rd leveled an unoccupied home at 227 Orange Street in Meredosia. […]
Driver Uninjured After Semi Crashes on I-72
By Jeremy Coumbes on December 29, 2021 at 10:27am
No one was injured after a semi-truck and trailer separated after striking an overpass on Interstate 72 yesterday. Illinois State Police, Morgan County Sheriff’s Deputies, and Jacksonville Fire and Rescue all responded to a call of an overturned semi at approximately 11:00 Tuesday morning. The truck had been traveling westbound on I-72 when it struck […]