Several citizens in Iroquois County have reported they've been targeted by a new scam. Sheriff's Police are issuing a warning about scammers calling individuals on the state's Sex Offender Registry, posing as detectives and...
The Union Pacific Railroad is making repairs to area crossings beginning today (Monday) in Watseka and then in Dwight next Monday. Motorists should be aware of posted detours that may add some time to regular routes. ...
National Work Zone Awareness week and the start of construction season fall under the same week, April 15 through the 19. It serves as a crucial reminder of the importance when it comes to driving cautiously. "They go...
The American Red Cross has scheduled Blood Drives today (Friday) in Ford and Livingston counties. Gibson Area Hospital & Health Services is the setting for a blood donor event from 9:30 'itl 2:30 pm. Prairie...
The Illinois Department of Public Health has announced the start of the 2024 Healthy Illinois Survey, a statewide effort to compile data on the current state of health and wellness and areas where public health can be improved...
The Eastern Illinois Foodbank is making appearances in several communities to combat area families facing food insecurity. The Foodmobile makes stops at food pantries to help bring nutritious foods to rural or under-served...
The stress involved in caring for senior citizens can be overwhelming. The Ford County Public Health Department extends a program that supports those caregivers, who could use resource assistance. A helpful program...
U.S. Reps. Robin Kelly and Troy Balderson introduced the Protecting Seniors from Emergency Scams Act, legislation aimed at raising awareness for scams targeting our nation’s seniors. The bill would direct the Federal...
