Local News
One Killed, Four Injured in Accident North of Edwardsville
Thu, 27 Jun 2019 11:44:36 CDT
One person was killed and four others were injured in a single-vehicle accident on Route 159 north of Edwardsville on Sunday, June 23. Deon Miller Jr. of Alton was pronounced dead by the Madison County Coroner from injuries he suffered during the accident. He was 20 years old. Read more...
Macoupin County Fair Queen
Thu, 27 Jun 2019 10:08:11 CDT
A new fair queen was crowned Wednesday night at the Macoupin County Fair grounds. Miss Macoupin County for 2019 is Maya Marcacci. 1st Runner up- Megan Hatlee 2nd Runner up- Daelyn Brown 3rd Runner up- Nina Moutrie Miss Congeniality- Daelyn Brown Jr. Read more...
Schuster Hired as Lincolnwood Principal
Wed, 26 Jun 2019 09:34:27 CDT
A new principal was hired at Lincolnwood High School during the Panhandle School Board meeting on Monday, June 24. The board unanimously approved Ken Schuster as principal, pending the finalization of an administrative contract. He takes over for Kendall Elvidge, who resigned at the conclusion of the 2018-19 school year. Read more...
Woman Killed in Rollover Accident Sunday
Tue, 25 Jun 2019 12:08:01 CDT
A 23-year-old woman was killed in a single vehicle accident on Route 159 south of Bunker Hill on Sunday, June 23. Julianne Biro of Bunker Hill was pronounced dead at the scene by Macoupin County Coroner Brad Targhetta. Read more...
Illinois Crop Progress and Conditions 6/23/19
Tue, 25 Jun 2019 10:45:23 CDT
There were 2.2 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending June 23, 2019. Statewide, the average temperature was 69.7 degrees, 3.7 degrees below normal. Precipitation averaged 2.19 inches, 1.24 inches above normal. Topsoil moisture supply was rated at 43 percent adequate and 57 percent surplus. Read more...
Litchfield Enters Agreement for Tasers
Tue, 25 Jun 2019 10:36:08 CDT
The Litchfield City Council entered into a five-year agreement with Axon Enterprise Inc. on Thursday, June 20, for the purchase of Taser weapons for the city's police department. Read more...
Motor Fuel Tax Among Agenda Items for Hillsboro
Tue, 25 Jun 2019 07:18:20 CDT
A pair of items on the agenda for Tuesday's Hillsboro City Council meeting will feature discussions on the city's Motor Fuel Tax funds. Read more...
Litchfield to Fill Vacant Police Officer Position
Mon, 24 Jun 2019 11:10:03 CDT
A motion to hire a police officer was approved during the Litchfield City Council meeting on Thursday, June 20. The hire would fill the vacancy created by former Police Chief Lee Jarman's retirement in April. Read more...
Panhandle to Continue Building Maintenance Discussion
Mon, 24 Jun 2019 11:04:32 CDT
Building repair and maintenance will once again be a topic of discussion during the Panhandle School Board meeting on Monday. Read more...
Litchfield To Spray for Mosquitoes
Fri, 21 Jun 2019 13:20:57 CDT
The Litchfield Street Department has begun spraying for mosquitoes, a practice that will continue through the end of summer. Spraying will be conducted each week on Tuesdays and Thursdays, weather permitting. It will be done inside city limits and will take place on those days from 8 p.m. to midnight. Read more...
Five Litchfield Employees Honored for Service
Fri, 21 Jun 2019 12:41:55 CDT
Five city of Litchfield employees were honored for their years of service during the city council meeting on Thursday, including one who is retiring at the end of the month. Carol Millburg, who began serving as finance clerk in 1998, is retiring from her position on June 30. Read more...
Five Litchfield Employees Honored for Service
Fri, 21 Jun 2019 12:36:47 CDT
Five city of Litchfield employees were honored for their years of service during the city council meeting on Thursday, including one who is retiring at the end of the month. Carol Millburg, who began serving as finance clerk in 1998, is retiring from her position on June 30. Read more...
One Dead, Three Injured in Coffeen Road Accident
Thu, 20 Jun 2019 09:49:59 CDT
One person was killed and three others were injured in an automobile accident north of Coffeen on Saturday, June 15. Matthew Schwab of Mt. Olive was pronounced dead at 9:24 p.m. Saturday at HSHS St. John's Hosptial in Springfield. Read more...
Litchfield Board To Hold Hearing on Budget
Thu, 20 Jun 2019 09:37:06 CDT
Prior to their meeting on Thursday, the Litchfield School Board will hold a public hearing on an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2018-19 Budget. The hearing will begin at 5:45 p.m., followed by a Fogleman Trustee meeting 6 p.m. with the regular board meeting after. Read more...
One Injury Reported in Crash at Butler 'T'
Wed, 19 Jun 2019 11:14:14 CDT
At least one person was injured in a two-vehicle accident Wednesday morning at the intersection of Route 16 and Route 127. According to a report, a semi exiting 127 pulled out in front of a car on Route 16 between 10 and 10:30 a.m. Traffic has been reduced to one lane while first responders are on the scene. Read more...
Man Arrested After Motorcycle Chase
Tue, 18 Jun 2019 10:07:43 CDT
A Virden man was arrested on multiple charges after leading police on a chase on his motorcycle through Taylor Springs on Saturday, June 15. Aaron Damm, 48, faces charges of aggravated fleeing and eluding, and child endangerment following the pursuit -- which preceded a trip to Hillsboro Area Hospital early Sunday morning. Read more...
Two Killed in Crash on I-55 Sunday
Mon, 17 Jun 2019 13:12:18 CDT
Two people were killed on Interstate 55 early Sunday morning after a wrong-way driver started a pair of crashes north of Farmersville. 36-year-old Dannean Royston of St. Louis and 54-year-old Cheryl True of Maryville were both pronounced dead at the scene by Montgomery County Coroner Randy Leetham. Read more...
2019 Illinois FFA State Officers Elected
Fri, 14 Jun 2019 14:19:49 CDT
Pictured above (from L to R): Brodee McCormick, Reporter; Lane Harvey, Vice President; Gage Miller, President; Collin White, Secretary; Emma Freebairn, Treasurer SPRINGFIELD –The 2019-2020 Illinois State Officer Team was elected Thursday, June 13, by delegates at the 91st annual Illinois State FFA Convention. Read more...
County Board Discusses Recycling Options
Thu, 13 Jun 2019 06:59:16 CDT
During a meeting in which they spent roughly 90 minutes in open session, the Montgomery County Board discussed options that would increase funding for the county's recycling program. Read more...
Rep. Davis Remembers Terry Todt
Tue, 11 Jun 2019 13:19:14 CDT
Congressman Rodney Davis recently remembered WSMI broadcaster Terry Todt on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives. In front of his fellow members of congress, he read the following statement: "Mr. Speaker, I rise today to remember Terry Todt, a friend and beloved community member who passed away on May 23. Read more...
Hillsboro Police Investigating Burglaries
Mon, 10 Jun 2019 10:47:32 CDT
Hillsboro Police are warning residents to lock their vehicles and garages after a string of burglaries has been reported. According to Officer Tim Hopper, a vehicle was stolen from a garage during one of the burglaries last week, but it has since been recovered. The incidents reportedly occurred between June 2-7. Read more...
Gas Tax Hike, Vehicle Registration Fee Increase Approved
Thu, 06 Jun 2019 13:24:03 CDT
Beginning July 1, motorists who pay for gas in Illinois will pay twice as much at the pump in taxes as they do currently. Senate Bill 1939 increases the gas tax from 19 cents per gallon to 38 cents. It passed the House of Representatives on June 1, by a vote of 83-29. Read more...
Litchfield Fire Dept. To Flush Hydrants June 10
Tue, 04 Jun 2019 11:53:01 CDT
The Litchfield Fire Department will begin flushing hydrants on Monday, June 10, according to Fire Chief Joe Holomy. The department will begin flushing in the northeast section of town and then continue west until complete. After that, Holomy says the same process will be followed on the south end. Read more...
Illinois Crop Progress and Conditions 6/2/19
Mon, 03 Jun 2019 17:16:09 CDT
There were 2.0 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending June 2, 2019. Statewide, the average temperature was 70.3 degrees, 3.0 degrees above normal. Precipitation averaged 1.79 inches, 0.83 inches above normal. Topsoil moisture supply was rated at 40 percent adequate and 60 percent surplus. Read more...
Bremer Sanctuary To Host Pre-Summer Bird Walk
Mon, 03 Jun 2019 11:52:51 CDT
On Saturday, June 8, Bremer Sanctuary in Hillsboro will be the host of a pre-summer bird walk. Participants are asked to gather at the Bremer barn beginning at 7 a.m. with the appropriate attire, as there is a chance of showers in the forecast. The event will be held rain or shine. Read more...
