Back-to-School is time to review emergency preparedness plans
SPRINGFIELD – As students go back to school this month, the Illinois Emergency Management Agency recommends that all families review their own emergency plans and school safety plans. Whether your children are in school, on a bus,
Free boating safety class to be offered at Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
OTTAWA – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will offer free safe boating class at the Illinois Waterway Visitor Center. The class is open to everyone age 11 and older. Students under age 16 should be accompanied
10 last minute summer activities to squeeze in
Summer is quickly coming to an end, here are a few last-minute summer activities you can enjoy before school starts: Outdoor Picnic: Organize a picnic in a nearby park or nature spot with friends or family. Beach
Driving instructor crashes car into “Learn to Drive” building
Thankfully there was only one minor injury. Several people were able to dive out of harms way. The driver, an instructor at the business, was cited for a traffic violation. pic.twitter.com/tJcWTWqfmO — Lakewood Police Dept. (@LakewoodPDCO) August
“The Continental” From the World of John Wick debuts on Peacock September 22nd
The prequal to John Wick, “The Continental” will premier on Peacock September 22nd.
10 ways to enjoy sweet corn
With today’s kick off of the 76th Annual Mendota Sweet Corn Festival, we are taking a dive into different ways to prepare your sweet corn. Grilled Corn on the Cob: Brush with butter and seasonings, then grill
Thieves show off their stolen goods on social media
https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/crime/thieves-who-stole-millions-busted-after-posing-with-cash-cars-on-social-media/ar-AA1eNI60?ocid=msedgntp&cvid=c8e17518cb644a4c9f716c295ab7e820&ei=9 A group of six men have recently been detained after posting photos of themselves with stolen cash, cars, cell phones and more. The New York group are suspected of burglaries of over 3 million dollars. They
10 great carnival rides
Carnival rides offer a mix of thrills, nostalgia, and fun that make them favorites at fairs and amusement parks. Ferris Wheel Roller Coaster Merry-Go-Round (Carousel) Bumper Cars Swing Ride Tilt-A-Whirl Gravitron Giant Slide Sizzler Teacups (Spinning Tea
City demolishes wrong home, then sues owner
A man in Atlanta came home to a pile of rubble. His home, on Lawton Street was not the home that was to be demolished. The paperwork read Lawton Avenue, which is 1.4 miles away and in
Mendota Sweet Corn Festival Live Broadcast
We’re broadcasting live on Thursday to kick off the 76th Mendota Sweet Corn Festival! Join us from 5 to 7pm for plenty of music, fun, and prizes. Plus, don’t forget to buy your Sweet Corn Festival 50/50