(Undated) -- As the current heatwave continues, officials are urging residents to take precautions. Temps are jumping into the 90s, with heat index values reaching the triple-digits. Residents are reminded to check on family, friends, and neighbors who may be vulnerable. Everyone should drink plenty of water and avoid ...

(Undated) -- The "Extreme Heat Warning" continues for the listening area. As a result, local authorities have announced several "Cooling Centers" throughout Crawford County. According to authorities, these Centers are air-conditioned buildings intended to provide safe locations for residents to temp...

(Undated) -- Three new names have recently been added to the roster of the Crawford County Jail. According to jail records, on Friday, Payton Weck was booked into jail on a charge of Domestic Battery. On Sunday, Ashley Songer was booked into jail on an Aggravated Battery charge. Yesterday, James Piper was booked into j...

(Undated) -- The 4th of July likely means more time outside in the sun. Crawford Memorial Hospital is reminding the public to be generous when applying sunscreen. They say most adults need about an ounce of sunscreen to cover their bodies fully. They say you should apply sunscreen to dry skin fifteen minutes before goi...

(Undated) -- The 4th of July is this weekend, and the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal encourages everyone to "let the professionals handle fireworks." They say every year across the state, accidental fires, burn injuries, loss of limbs, and deaths occur due to the use of fireworks. They say that, in...