Police probing hit-and-run reports
By Jack Jones on October 21 at 8:53am
Jacksonville police are investing two separate hit and run accidents overnight that resulted in a minor injury to one person property damage in the other instance. The first one happened Read More
Congressman LaHood makes visit to Winchester
By Blake Schnitker on October 19 at 9:53am
Scott County got a visit from Illinois Congressman Darin LaHood at a town hall meeting yesterday. LaHood is a member of the U.S. House of Representatives who goes to bat Read More
Chief Mefford talks about the local battle against drug-related crimes
By Blake Schnitker on October 18 at 1:21pm
Arrests related to the use or distribution of narcotics, specifically meth and heroin, have been relatively prevalent over the past year in Jacksonville. While the issue is by no means Read More
District 117 to discuss contract for South School renovations
By Blake Schnitker on October 18 at 7:23am
Renovations at South Jacksonville Elementary School will be the main topic of discussion at tonight’s District 117 board meeting. The board will actually hold two meetings tonight, with the Committee Read More
Section of Morton to close for part of tomorrow evening
By Blake Schnitker on October 17 at 11:15am
A portion of Jacksonville’s busiest street will be closed for approximately six hours starting tomorrow evening. According to a news release from the Illinois Department of Transportation, the portion of Read More