Local News
Freedom Fun Run Registration
Tue, 30 Jun 2015 14:57:43 CDT
The registration deadline for the 13th Annual Freedom Fun Run is Wednesday, July 1st. The race begins at 7:30am this Saturday at Lake Lou Yaeger's Picnic Area 3. The course includes two water stops and a course marshal at each intersection. New this year, the race will be electronically timed by M&M Multisport Club. Read more...
Fatal Stabbing in Witt
Tue, 30 Jun 2015 10:43:00 CDT
A fatal stabbing in Witt is under investigation. According to the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office, 911 received a report last night of an injured female who had been attacked. Twenty-three-year-old Kristi V. Stevens of Witt said her boyfriend, 41-year-old Richard D. Green attacked her at their residence in Witt. Read more...
Tonight's Events in Butler and Raymond
Fri, 26 Jun 2015 12:44:07 CDT
The Butler Brawl MMA fights will be tonight at the Montgomery County Fair, but the venue has changed. The Brawl will be held in the Expo Builiding tonight. Tickets are still available. Fans and Brawl participants will be under cover tonight in the Expo Building. The Independence Day Celebration in Raymond continues tonight. Read more...
Macoupin Warrant Round Up
Wed, 24 Jun 2015 09:58:39 CDT
The Macoupin County Sherriff's Office conducted a warrant round up on Monday throughout Macoupin County. In all, 15 individuals were arrested and taken to the Macoupin County Jail for outstanding warrants. Read more...
Alton Concert Series
Tue, 23 Jun 2015 11:48:35 CDT
Concerts featuring symphony and big band music take place over the summer in Alton. "Expressions - A Musical Experience" is the ninth annual concert series sponsored by the North Alton Godfrey Business Council. Concert Series Coordinator Zeke Jabusch says the upcoming July concert features Gary Dammer and His Big Band. Read more...
Workforce Skills Classes
Wed, 17 Jun 2015 09:53:58 CDT
A workforce skills class takes place over the summer. The University of Illinois Extension recently partnered with the Montgomery County Health Department for a workforce development program. The program focuses on certain life skills such as resume building and how to dress for job interviews and the workplace. Read more...
Montgomery County 4-H
Mon, 15 Jun 2015 14:17:53 CDT
4-H members finish up projects this month in preparation for upcoming events at the Butler 4-H Park. Summer gives 4-Hers the opportunity to showcase projects they worked on all year. During the year, the University of Illinois Extension offers workshops and classes for the 4-H members such as painting, sewing and cooking. Read more...
WSMI founder passes away at 91
Thu, 11 Jun 2015 12:46:41 CDT
Hayward Talley, founder and longtime president of WSMI Radio, passed away Wednesday at the age of 91. Mr. Talley was born in Springfield on November 3, 1923 and raised in Piasa. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Emma; their two sons, Brian and Kevin; four grandchildren, Jackie, Nick, Chandler and Anna. Mr. Read more...
Red Cross Hero Nominations
Mon, 08 Jun 2015 09:08:54 CDT
The American Red Cross serving south central Illinois seeks nominations for local heroes. Nominations will be accepted for the categories of Civic, Community, Healthcare, Military, Public Safety, Senior, Youth and Workplace. Read more...
Summer Heat and Exercise
Mon, 01 Jun 2015 13:24:22 CDT
The combination of summer heat and exercise often brings heat exhaustion and dehydration. Teamwork Rehab Supervisor of Rehab Services Melissa Vangiesen says to make sure you get the correct amount of water intake while exercising, you should moniter your weight. Read more...
