The Illinois State Police (ISP) is reminding motorists about school zone speed laws and sharing the road safely with buses as schools around the state prepare to open their doors for the new academic ...

Michael W. McKnight, 74, of Benld, died on Monday, Aug. 4, 2025, at his residence. Celebration of life will be held at later date for Mr. McKnight. Born Dec. 1, 1950, in St. Louis, he was a son of ...

The Macoupin County Courthouse will soon begin a major heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) upgrade to improve comfort, energy efficiency, and long-term building preservation. The project ...

by Sam Davis The Village of Livingston held their monthly meeting on Aug. 14. Call to order was proceeded by the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll call was then taken. Trustees Brett Whitworth, Debbie Atwood ...

Staunton’s Chamber of Commerce Ribfest will be held on Saturday, Aug. 23, at Fireman’s Park, 900 Montgomery St. from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. The event will include live music, beer tents, ribeye sandwiches ...

Steven Neil "Hutch" Hutchins, 70, of Mount Olive, died in his home in Mount Olive, on Aug. 7, 2025, at 12:29 p.m. Visitation will took place at Becker and Son Funeral Home in Mt. Olive, on Saturday, ...

On Thursday, Aug. 14, the Social Security Administration (SSA) proudly commemorates its 90th anniversary, marking its unwavering commitment to the financial security and dignity of millions of ...

Staunton hosted another successful Balloon Glow this past weekend on Saturday, Aug. 16.

Approximately 175 students have been awarded scholarships to attend Lewis and Clark Community College for the 2025-2026 academic year, for a grand total of $590,000 awarded. The awardees were among ...

The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum will welcome potential new members of its amazing volunteer team at an orientation session Wednesday, Sept. 10. ALPLM volunteers greet visitors, ...

In her signature white Lane boots, multi-platinum superstar, critically adored singer/songwriter, in-demand headliner Megan Moroney stepped onto the Illinois State Fair Grandstand stage and into the ...

The Great Pinochle Players of Mt. Olive met at the Mt. Olive Area Veterans Post Home on Wednesday, Aug. 13. With seven games played, winners were: First place was Sharon Dobrinic, with 6,625 points; ...