Benton County, Indiana Sheriff John Cox reported there was no ongoing threat to the town of Boswell or the Benton County community (Thursday) when a man was found deceased. The un-identified male subject was discovered on...
An Onarga man is going to federal prison for having a bomb. 40-year-old James Nelson was sentenced to five years for possession of an unregistered destructive device last April. Prosecutors say Nelson fled a traffic stop in...
The U.S. Drought Monitor has updated numbers today (Thurs) ---and there’s concern about the dry conditions in both Ford and Iroquois County.
30% of Iroquois County is in “Extreme Drought” condition. 42% is considered “Severe...
The Iroquois County BURN BAN is lifted. As of today (Thursday 2/26), the burn ban prohibiting any burning is peeled back – at least for now. Fire Chiefs and others in the public safety circle emphasize the need for common...
East Central Illinois Community Action Agency is offering college and occupational training scholarships for low-income individuals with high academic potential. The Community Services Block Grant...
Mary Ann Michaels has been appointed Controller for the Federated Bank. She brings 20 years experience in accounting operations. compliance, lending support and financial management. "I'm honored to join Federated...
The Iroquois County Emergency Management Agency recently announced the promotion of one current member and the addition of one new member to its staff of volunteers. Both bring an expertise that will benefit the people of the...
The Eastern Illinois Mutual Aid Fire Association- which is comprised of all 21 fire departments located in Iroquois County, along with County Board Chairman Paul Ducat and the entire Iroquois County Board, hereby notify...
Opening statements in the Xandria Harris trial in Kankakee could begin tomorrow (Wed) morning. Meanwhile – jury selection continues today in the courtroom of Circuit Judge Kathy-Bradshaw Elliott.
The 30-year-old Harris is...
