Local actors play ‘zombies’ in movie trailer filmed in Lawrence/Crawford counties
A movie trailer has been in the works in the area with parts being filmed just west of Robinson, whi...
IST students gain real-world experience through Computer Repair Shop
April 20, 2021OLNEY — Students in Olney Central College’s Information Systems Technology Program can sharpen their...
LTC Student Senate to host Trivia Night on May 4
April 20, 2021ROBINSON — The Lincoln Trail College Student Senate will host a Trivia Night on Tuesday, May 4 at 6:...
Small-space containers big with new gardeners
April 20, 2021URBANA — When victory gardens returned last spring, long gone were acre plots with rows and rows of ...
Southern Illinois seeks to reclaim tourism business
April 20, 2021There is no question that one of the hardest hit industries during the pandemic has been tourism. Ac...
Small-batch culinary herbs add flavor to gardening menu
April 19, 2021URBANA — Culinary herbs can add variety and splashes of color to any deck, balcony or patio. This makes them an excellent option for many small space gardeners.
USDA food assistance program re-opens
April 16, 2021The U.S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency has reopened signup for the Coronavirus Food ...
Lawrence County Calendar of Events
April 13, 2021Thursday, April 15 Celebrate Recovery will be held at Fountain Fellowship Worship Center, 701 State ...
Good Sam offers mammogram parties
April 9, 2021Good Samaritan has announced a new event for women getting their mammograms this April and May.The h...
Lineman 'rodeo' April 17
The return of the Pioneer City Rodeo is still months away, but in the meantime, one of the Illinois ...
Ameren: Clean energy bill will cost downstate billons
April 9, 2021As the energy policy debate continues in Springfield, consumers and energy advocates from across Cen...
Group promotes southern Illinois tourism
April 8, 2021In an effort to drive more travel and tourism to its 22-county coverage area in southern Illinois, I...
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April 6, 2021Senior Citizens MONDAY Lunch: Mushroom and Swiss burger, green beans, square potatoes, fruit, bun...
Lawrence County Calendar of Events
April 6, 2021Thursday, April 8 Celebrate Recovery will be held at Fountain Fellowship Worship Center, 701 State S...
Raoul pushes back against fake vaccine cards
April 2, 2021Attorney General Kwame Raoul has called on Twitter, eBay and Shopify to act immediately to prevent p...
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March 30, 2021Senior Citizens MONDAY Lunch: Lasagna, mixed vegetables, fruit, garlic toast. TUESDAY Lunch: C...
University of Illinois Master Gardener Program accepting online applicants
March 25, 2021URBANA — For the University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener program, the last four decades can be measured by the millions of volunteer hours given to help bring horticultural help to communities across the state.
Lawrence County Calendar of Events
March 23, 2021Lawrence County Calendar of Events Thursday, March 25 Celebrate Recovery will be held at Fountain Fe...
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March 23, 2021Senior Citizens MONDAY Lunch: Pizza burger, baby bakers, glazed carrots, fruit, bun. TUESDAY Lu...
Effingham man faces counterfeiting charges
March 19, 2021An Effingham man has been charged with counterfeiting. Jared Sapp, 27, is accused of manufacturing, ...
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Law enforcement report: April 14 - April 20
April 20, 2021The following is a list of arrests and vehicle accidents within Lawrence County for the dates of April 14 - April 20.
Second annual 5k/10k Valerie Stevens Memorial Scholarship run held in Lanterman Park
April 20, 2021The second annual 5k/10k Valerie Stevens Memorial Scholarship run, held in honor of Valerie Stevens, was held on April 17 at Lanterman Park in Bridgeport.
ISAC names 2021-22 Illinois State Scholars
April 19, 2021The Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) has announced the 2021-22 Illinois State Scholars. These top performing students are selected annually based on their ACT or SAT exams and sixth semester class rank and are recognized for their exceptional academic achievement. Illinois State Scholars rank in approximately the top 10% of graduates from Illinois high schools.