Vandalia Mayor Rick Gottman reflected on his time in office during his final meeting on Monday. During the meeting and during the Mayor's report, Mayor Gottman reflected on a few big issues they dealt with during his time as Mayor. His thoughts eventually turned to one of the more challenging events in recent history ...

The Vandalia Lake Campgrounds are set to open up on Monday, April 28th. Scott Workman says the work is ongoing at this time on the shower house, so it is closed. They are hopeful that will be completed by Memorial Day. He says there are 4 Porta pots for use. Workman also adds there are several new features in at the ...

Illinois lawmakers are considering additional regulation for the cryptocurrency industry. The Illinois House is set to debate legislation which the state Senate approved. Senate Bill 1797 provides that a state agency regulate digital asset business activity. State Senator Jason Plummer said putting the Illinois Departm...

(Jacksonville, IL) -- Illinois is awarding 30-million-dollars worth of grant funds to help revitalize commercial corridors and downtown areas throughout the state. Governor Pritzker says the grant funding will be used for construction, repair and the modernization of public infrastructure and amenities to boost jobs...

We will be mostly sunny and warmer for today. We will see mostly sunny skies for today with a high of 74. Then, mostly clear skies for tonight with a low of 52. We will continue to warm up as we'll be in the upper 70s on both Wednesday and Thursday. Showers and storms chances come back in the forecast on Thursday.

The longest serving Mayor in the City of Vandalia has presided over his final meeting. On Monday, prior to the Vandalia City Council meeting, a reception was held for Mayor Gottman and a large crowd came out to honor the outgoing Mayor, who did not run for re-election after serving 6 terms in office. Among those on ha...

The Vandalia City Council is taking action against the owner of an apartment building in Vandalia. After a lengthy closed session by the City Council on Monday night, the City Council emerged and took action on a matter. City Attorney Ryan Connor delivered the information. As Connor stated, he is planning to file sui...

(Macoupin Co., IL) -- A former employee is accused of stealing thousands of dollars from the Macoupin County State's Attorney's office. The Illinois Attorney General's office charged Jacalyn Walker of Carlinville with one count of theft of government property, wire fraud and official misconduct. Prosecutors say Walker ...

(White County, IL) -- Authorities are investigating the death of a two-year-old in White County. State police say the investigation was launched last Friday. The victim's identity and cause of death haven't been released. TR) Colin McIntyre/jbj Copyright © 2025 TTWN Media Networks Inc.

We will get a little chance to dry out today. We are looking at gradually clearing skies for today with a high of 65. Then, mostly clear skies for tonight with a low of 47. Rain returns to the forecast on Thursday.

More storms rolled through the area over the weekend. Heavy rains came both early Saturday morning and again on Sunday night, along with strong winds and lightning with both storms. But, Fayette County did avoid some of the stronger storms at least on Sunday night. Early Saturday morning, the storms prompted a Severe T...

A reception to honor Vandalia Mayor Rick Gottman will be held today from 3 pm to 6 pm at Vandalia City Hall. Gottman served 8 years as a City of Vandalia Alderman and has served the past 24 years as Mayor of Vandalia. He is the longest serving Mayor in the City's history. The Vandalia City Council meets at 6:30 pm thi...

(Trilla, IL) -- Four Wisconsin people are dead following a plane crash in Trilla, Illinois. State police say the accident happened Saturday when a single engine plane went down three miles south of Mattoon in Coles County. The Coles County coroner identified the victims as Ross Nelson, Raimi Rundle, Courtney Morrow, an...

Severe Storms will spread east later on this evening and tonight. The National Weather Service in St. Louis says a line of strong to severe thunderstorms will threaten damaging wind and tornadoes, with a few instances of large hail. The area is under a Tornado Watch until 11 pm.

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