Jane Cochran

Editor in Chief

SMTD bus
Local
1 year ago
$17.8M in federal funding coming to SMTD to help replace aging bus fleet

The funding was awarded through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Low and No Emission Grant Program.

Local
1 year ago
Asbestos leaves W. Washington St. apartment complex violations in the hands of the state

“Neighbors have been more than patient with what has become an outrageous, obnoxious violation,” said Alderwoman Erin Conley. 

Crime
1 year ago
Guns and drugs seized by SPD in parole compliance check

Two semi-automatic pistols, cocaine and hydrocodone were seized.

Local
1 year ago
Adams Family Fire Fund set to pay out $10,000

A second payout is expected to be awarded in early August.

Bertoletti at hot dog eating contest
Food Scene
1 year ago
Chicago’s Bertoletti takes men’s title at Nathan’s Famous hot dog eating contest

Bertoletti’s victory marks the first time the famed mustard belt has gone to someone besides Chestnut since 2015.

HSHS and Memorial signs
Local
1 year ago
Local Health Care Organizations Implement Strategies to Combat Nursing Shortage

Local health care organizations are implementing measures to attract and retain nursing professionals in Central Illinois while sparking interest in the younger generation.

WW2 Armor Tanks
Local
1 year ago
Historic WWII tanks to showcase their power at Morgan County Fair’s Salute the Troops

The Salute the Troops event will honor veterans and current service members and feature WW2 Armor tanks

Millikin President Jim Reynolds
Education
1 year ago
Millikin University President announces retirement

Reynolds plan to step aside June 30, 2025

Capital City Clash
Local
1 year ago
Capital City Clash wrestling event at Robin Roberts Stadium to feature wrestlers from 5 global promotions

Come September, the action at Robin Roberts Stadium will be professional wrestling, not baseball.

Andre Iguodala
Local
1 year ago
Boys & Girls Clubs to dedicate new location and honor Andre Iguodala

Iguodala set to be honored at building dedication for his induction into Boys and Girls Clubs of America Hall of Fame

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