SPRINGFIELD — In Illinois, on any given week we could see blue skies, thunderstorms and torrential rainfall. The changing weather is second nature to many of us, but as the calendar flips from winter to spring, it is important to not become complacent about severe weather threats that exist in our state. more

URBANA — After a long winter thumbing through seed and plant catalogs for inspiration, March is the time when Illinois gardeners can finally start seeds for the spring garden. more

fines Marcus G. Morris, 20, West Salem, was fined $300 plus $104.50 costs and 90 days court supervision on a Nov. 25 Lawrenceville Police Department ticket for operating an uninsured … more

Elks to hold orthopedic clinic in Robinson ROBINSON — The Elks will hold its orthopedic clinic for ages newborn to 18 on Wednesday, March 17 from 9-11 a.m. at the Crawford Memorial Hospital Bone … more

Local couple to celebrate 53 years of marriage LAWRENCEVILLE — Local residents Michael and Cleda McCollum will celebrate 53 years of marriage on Monday, March 15 and a card shower has been … more

The following is a list of local arrests and vehicle accidents from the dates of Feb. 23 - March 2. more

LAWRENCEVILLE — The Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce is holding its annual “Shamrock Shuffle” tour on Friday, March 12 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Local residents are encouraged to take the tour of the businesses within Lawrence County who plan to offer treats, giveaways, discounts and more. more

LAWRENCEVILLE — As the number of COVID-19 positive cases continues to decline in Lawrence County, the Lawrence County Health Department is continuing to provide vaccination clinics to the public with two clinics scheduled this week. more

Funding is now available for the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program’s Agricultural Land Easement program.According to NRCS State Conservationist Ivan Dozier, the ALE program can help … more