Maaks pleads guilty in death of Courtney Reves
Convicted of Drug Induced Homicide

West Nile Virus activity detected in Logan County

Boy Scout Troop 111 to hold special recruiting event today
Day will include live fire and rescue demonstrations by the Lincoln Fire Department

Girls on the Run of Central Illinois opens registration for fall program
Families can register their girl now through September 8th for the healthy lifestyle and self-confidence program offered at Chester-East Lincoln

Scholarships awarded to six individuals by Community Action Partnership of Central Illinois

Central Illinois Mcdonald’s® restaurants thank public safety officers with free smoothies
“Smoothies for Service” rewards police officers, fire fighters and EMS workers for hard work and dedication to community

Land of Lincoln Honor Flight scheduled for September 16

In observance of Grandparents Day state praises
grandparents raising their grandchildren
Dept on Aging funds support services for grandparents who need assistance to provide a stable environment for their grandchildren

Illinois Department of Public Health reports higher Medical Cannabis interest than expected

Red Cross encourages preparedness during September
Families should get prepared during National Preparedness Month

Preserve the Harvest for Winter Meals and Holiday Gifts
By Melinda Myers

Slim Randles' Home Country
That little nip that teases us … autumn