More than 100,000 people in Illinois lost their jobs last week and now those folks are trying to apply for unemployment benefits. But the state’s online application system is buckling under the weight of the flood of applications. Governor JB Pritzker says he knows the process has been slow for many and he is talking…… Read more »
Governor JB Pritzker is launching the new “Illinois Covid-19 Response Fund” to help those affected by the pandemic. The Governor says this is a statewide fundraising effort to help support nonprofit organizations helping people in their communities. “Providing emergency food and basic supplies, offering interim shelter and housing to those who need it, expanding primary…… Read more »
A 42-year-old Vernon man has been arrested for possession of meth following a complaint from a neighbor that he was stealing electricity. Centralia Police say they responded to the complaint in the 300 block of East Sixth and found extension cords running to the apartment occupied by 42-year-old Seth Lambert from his neighbor’s residence. During…… Read more »
A 21-year-old Centralia woman was arrested by Centralia Police on an outstanding Effingham County warrant for failure to appear on a DUI case. Jenna Phillips of South Walnut was taken to the Marion County Jail where she later posted $100 bond and was released. 36-year-old Brenda Green of Dewitt Street in Kinmundy was arrested by…… Read more »
Fire has heavily damaged a Mt. Vernon home Thursday afternoon. Mt. Vernon Fire Chief Kevin Sargent says heavy smoke was coming from the rear of the Michael Upton home at 2415 College upon their arrival. Firemen had initially been told someone may be inside the home, but that turned out not to be the case.…… Read more »
A large tent has been set up outside Salem Township Hospital to handle overflow respiratory cases if the COVIS-19 hits hard locally. Salem Township Hospital President Kendra Taylor says the hospital is prepared for the Coronavirus. She reports a number of actions have been taken. No visitors are currently being allowed for the protection of…… Read more »
The contractor on the Illinois Street sanitary sewer replacement project has started work on the project. Public Works Director John Pruden says JK Trotter Construction will be saw cutting the 100 block of North Illinois on Thursday and Friday. During that time, every effort will be made to allow traffic into DJ’s Party Supply and…… Read more »
(Photo’s by Pat Hodges) Centralia Fire Chief John Lynch says an arson investigation is underway to the cause of a fire that destroyed a home at 708 South Pine Thursday morning. Lynch says the home rented by Krista Colliver was heavily involved in fire upon their arrival. Initial reports indicated there were five people still…… Read more »
Centralia Police say a car they were attempting to stop early Thursday morning fled and eventually crashed into a tree. Police report both the driver and passenger attempted to flee on foot following the crash at 3rd and Hickory. The driver got away, but the passenger who sustained an injury to his forehead was caught…… Read more »
IHSA Member School Administrators & Spring Sport Coaches, I know this time continues to be a challenge for all of us. I hope this note finds you well. As the IHSA staff and Board of Directors continue to monitor updates from government offices, as well as state and local health departments, we continue to…… Read more »