(Undated) -- We are bracing for another round of severe weather. According to the latest "Hazardous Weather Outlook" from the National Weather Service, while severe weather is not expected, a few thunderstorms will develop tonight as a warm front lifts northward into the region. However, they say a "sign...

(Undated) -- It is consolidated municipal election day in Illinois. Voters throughout the state will be choosing mayors and village presidents, city clerks, and school board members. Robinson Mayor, Mike Shimer is running unopposed. However, Oblong incumbent Mayor, Teresa Fielder, is facing off against Terry Ochs. In P...

(Undated) -- Travel on Route 33 between Oblong and Robinson will be slow going once again. The ongoing resurfacing project on Route 33 is set to resume today as crews will begin the "milling" portion of the resurfacing project. Crawford County Sheriff, Bill Rutan, reminds motorists that there will be one-lane...

(Undated) -- A "handful" of new names have been added to the roster of the Crawford County Jail. According to jail records, on Saturday, Colin Goff was arrested and booked into the Crawford County Jail on charges of Unlawful Possession of a Weapon by a Felon and Domestic Battery. On Sunday Steve Whitney was b...

(Undated) -- West Coast refinery issues, "summer gas," and looming tariffs are beginning to impact gas prices nationwide. According to GasBuddy Head of Petroleum Analysis, Patrick De Haan, as we head into April, Americans should expect gas prices to rise, with a peak that could occur in mid-to-late April. He ...

(Undated) -- The Classic Hits listening area once again dodged the worst of "spring storms." While yesterday's front produced a lot of rain, high winds, a Tornado Watch, and a Severe Thunderstorm Warning, it did not bring much in the way of damage. According to the National Weather Service, we are in line for...

(Undated) -- While yesterday's storms didn't cause much damage, they did leave a portion of Robinson without power for a time. A downed power line was to blame for the outage that also prompted the Robinson Police Department to issue a "Traffic Advisory" for the area of East Main and North Lincoln. The power ...

(Oblong) -- The Oblong Village Board meets tonight for a "Special Board Meeting." The agenda includes hiring a Public Works Manager and a Clerk or Treasurer from already-interviewed applicants. They will also discuss the percentage increase and its effect on the budget. The Oblong Village Board meets this aft...

(Undated) - Voters will head to the polls tomorrow for the 2025 Consolidated Election. Tomorrow's election is your chance to cast a ballot for school board members, aldermen, trustees, and Mayor. Voter turnout for the Consolidated Election is typically much lower than the General Elections. Turnout for the Consolidated...

(Undated) - The national average price for a gallon of regular unleaded has dropped by four cents compared to Friday's average. According to the latest data from GasBuddy.com, the current national average stands at $3.11 per gallon. Here in Illinois, the statewide average is $3.43 per gallon, down one cent from Friday....

(Undated) -- Egg prices are dropping as chicken flocks begin to recover from the bird flu. The average wholesale price of a dozen eggs was three dollars last week, down from a record eight-dollars-and 15-cents back in February. The U.S. lost more than 12 percent of egg-laying hens in the first three months of the year.

(Undated) -- The current "active weather pattern" will continue to cause issues this weekend. According to the National Weather Service, as a warm front lifts north of the area, southwesterly winds will increase to 20-25 mph, with gusts reaching 35-40 mph through the afternoon. The National Weather Service al...

(Oblong) -- The Village of Oblong continues to work on "bringing a new spirit of togetherness into downtown." Work continues on the new stage/pavilion project in the "mini-park" area on South Range. Oblong Mayor, Teresa Fielder, says the area will promote and provide opportunities for concerts, scho...

(Undated) -- "Bird flu" has been confirmed in Crawford County. The Crawford County Health Department recently received notice from the Illinois Department of Public Health that birds collected in the county tested positive for avian influenza. Avian influenza, also known as bird flu, is widespread in wild bir...

(Undated) -- Gas prices remain largely unchanged from yesterday, following a recent uptick as refineries switch to "summer blends." According to this morning's numbers from GasBuddy.com, the national average is hovering around $3.15 a gallon. Drivers in Illinois are paying a statewide average of $3.44 a gallo...