Lawrence County unemployment rate drops slightly
Lawrence County unemployment dropped slightly between September and October but remained steady in comparision to a year earlier.
New Hebron announces first trimester honor roll
November 23, 2022New Hebron Christian School has announced its list of students who earned honors during the first trimester of the 2022-23 school year.
Illinois hunters harvest more than 52,000 deer during first weekend of Illinois firearm season
November 23, 2022Hunters in Illinois harvested a preliminary total of 52,354 deer during the first weekend of the Illinois firearm deer season Nov. 18-20.
USDA seeks crop information
As the 2022 growing season officially comes to an end, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National...
CROP Walk provides aid to local families
November 22, 2022The 2022 Lawrence County CROP Walk, that was held recently, brought in a total of $11,242 to help families in Lawrence County.
Elks to hold annual Parade of Lights on Dec. 3
The Lawrenceville Elks Lodge #1208 will hold its annual Parade of Lights on Saturday, Dec. 3 at 5 p.m.
Unit 20 looks to increase health services to students, staff
The Community Unit School District #20 Board of Education met in regular session on Nov. 16 in the library at Lawrenceville High School where the board was updated on plans from the Lawrence County Health Department that would offer increased health services to the students and staff in the district.
Tickets still available for Eagles tribute
Whether you’ve been up and down this highway, out riding fences or just eating your lunch all by you...
IECC approves tax levy, Marathon agreement
Financial matters were on the agenda for most recent meeting of the Illinois Eastern Community Colle...
Unit 10 board reviews curriculum updates, approves maintenance projects
The Red Hill Community Unit School District #10 Board of Education met in regular session on Nov. 17 where the board approved bids for the HVAC repairs at Bridgeport Grade School as well as the door project at Red Hill Jr./Sr. High School.
Lawrence County Fish and Loaves accepting donations this holiday season
The Lawrence County Fish and Loaves program, which provides food products for students to utilize throughout the weekends and holidays when school is not in session, is reminding citizens that when looking for a way to give back this holiday season, consider donating to the program to help feed the children in Lawrence County.
Red Hill Lady Salukis to hold pancake breakfast
November 18, 2022The Red Hill Lady Salukis basketball team will hold a pancake breakfast fundraiser on Saturday, Dec. 3 from 8-11 a.m. at the Lawrenceville Moose Family Center in Lawrenceville.
County board passes budget, bids farewell to White
The Lawrence County Board met in regular session on Nov. 16 in the board room at the Lawrence County Courthouse where the board said goodbye to long-time board member David White, who chose not to seek reelection.
LHS inducts 16 into National Honor Society
November 17, 2022Lawrenceville High School held an induction ceremony on Nov. 14 where 16 students were inducted into the National Honor Society.
City of Lawrenceville actively cleans up problem properties
November 17, 2022With the swing of a backhoe shovel, the City of Lawrenceville actively began an effort to beautify neighborhoods by tearing down abandoned or burnt homes.
Flat Rock fire fighters accepting Toys-4-Tots applications
November 17, 2022The Flat Rock Fire Department is currently accepting applications for the annual Toys-4-Tots Christmas gifts distribution.
City of Lawrenceville passes tax levy, continues to beautify city
The Lawrenceville City Council met in regular session on Nov. 10 where the council passed its annual tax levy at a cost of $562,250, which is a 4.9% increase from last year.
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VFW honors local veterans, Quilts of Valor presented
November 14, 2022The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post #2244 held its annual Veterans Day ceremony on the Lawrence County Courthouse square in Lawrenceville at 11 a.m. on Nov. 11, Veterans Day.
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LHS honors veterans with annual program
November 14, 2022Lawrenceville High School held its annual Veteran’s Day celebration in the gymnasium on Nov. 10 where United States Marine officer Chester Lewis addressed the crowd of students with a message of honor, strength and encouragement.
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BGS second grade students honor veterans
November 14, 2022Second grade students at Bridgeport Grade School held a program on Nov. 10 that honored all veterans for Veteran’s Day.
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Lawrence County unemployment rate drops slightly
Lawrence County unemployment dropped slightly between September and October but remained steady in comparision to a year earlier.
New Hebron announces first trimester honor roll
November 23, 2022New Hebron Christian School has announced its list of students who earned honors during the first trimester of the 2022-23 school year.
Illinois hunters harvest more than 52,000 deer during first weekend of Illinois firearm season
November 23, 2022Hunters in Illinois harvested a preliminary total of 52,354 deer during the first weekend of the Illinois firearm deer season Nov. 18-20.