Sangamon-Menard Crime Stoppers Seek Info on Theft at Pleasant Plains Gaming Parlor
By Benjamin Cox on December 6, 2024 at 12:48pm
The Sangamon-Menard Crime Stoppers are seeking the public’s help in reference to a recent burglary in Pleasant Plains. According to the Pleasant Plains Police, in the early morning hours of November 18th, two suspects broke into Linda’s Gaming, located at 202 West State Route 125 in Pleasant Plains, by forcing their way through a door. […]
Lesko To Serve In Two Positions During Recount
By Benjamin Cox on December 5, 2024 at 7:54am
One Sangamon County elected official will hold two positions while a discovery recount is completed. Capital City Now reports that Frank Lesko will remain as the Springfield City Clerk and also take on duties as Sangamon County Recorder amid a recount in the recorder’s race. Yesterday, a petition was filed on behalf of Josh Langfelder. […]
IL Supreme Court To Choose Among 6 Nominees For 8th Circuit At-Large Vacancy
By Benjamin Cox on December 5, 2024 at 7:50am
Illinois Supreme Court Justice Lisa Holder White announced late yesterday the formation of a judicial screening committee for a vacancy on the bench in the 8th Judicial Circuit. The Eighth Judicial Circuit is comprised of Adams, Brown, Calhoun, Cass, Mason, Menard, Pike, and Schuyler counties. The committee is being formed to screen 6 people who […]
Boys & Girls Clubs of Central IL Lose Fed Grant for Springfield Schools, Jacksonville District 117 Programs To Remain Untouched
By Benjamin Cox on December 5, 2024 at 7:49am
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Illinois announced Monday the Illinois State Board of Education declined to renew a grant made available through the federal government. As a result, several after school programs in Springfield District 186 will be cut, but Jacksonville’s programs will remain untouched. Programming at 8 elementary schools in Springfield will […]
Popular Ice Rink Returns For Second Season in Uptown Mt. Sterling
By Benjamin Cox on December 4, 2024 at 6:23am
West Central Illinois residents have another opportunity this winter to go ice skating. Back by popular demand, Action Brown County has brought back Mt. Sterling’s ice skating rink this past weekend. The rink has added new features this year, including games, photo backdrops and refreshments. The rink is open for general admission from 1-6pm on […]
Casteel’s Color Wheel Building For Sale, Business Closing At Some Point
By Benjamin Cox on December 4, 2024 at 6:19am
A Pittsfield business may soon be closing permanently after more than seven decades in business. WGEM reports that Casteel’s Color Wheel is currently up for sale. The home goods retailer that originally specialized in paint has been operating in Pittsfield for almost 75 years. According to the report, owner Carolyn Casteel is 101 years old […]
Morgan Co. Elected Officials Sworn In Monday
By Benjamin Cox on December 4, 2024 at 6:15am
Morgan County officials were officially sworn on Monday afternoon after last month’s General Election. Incumbents Circuit Clerk Jennifer Bonjean, State’s Attorney Gray Noll, and Coroner Marcy Patterson all took the oath of office along with newly elected commissioner Donny “Racer” Wood. Circuit Judge Chris Reif presided over the oath. Wood says he’s ready to get […]
Partial Settlement Reached in Suit Over 2022 Death of Morgan Co. Jail Inmate
By Benjamin Cox on December 3, 2024 at 4:22pm
The Morgan County Sheriff’s Office and its staff members have filed a settlement out of court with the family of an inmate who died at the Morgan County Jail in April 2022. Julie Downs, acting as executor to the estate of her son, Brian C. Downs, filed a federal lawsuit in March 2023 in the […]
Police Find Stolen Vehicle Crashed Near Town Brook Embankment on East Side of Town
By Benjamin Cox on December 3, 2024 at 7:52am
Jacksonville Police are investigating a stolen motor vehicle case. Officers were called to a residence in the 800 block of Beesley Avenue at approximately 5:30 last night. According to a report, an unknown subject took a white Jeep from the 800 block of Beesley Avenue. Shortly after, officers located the vehicle unoccupied near Routt and […]
First National Bank of Arenzville Seeking Blue Diamond Service Award Nominations
By Benjamin Cox on December 3, 2024 at 7:46am
The First National Bank of Arenzville, Jacksonville, and South Jacksonville is seeking nominations for their upcoming Blue Diamond Community Service Award. This award is designed to recognize an individual in our area who has exemplified the high ideals of “Blue Diamond Service.” The ideal candidate is dedicated to serving others and improving our area communities. […]