The Iroquois County Sheriff’s Department is issuing a warning to residents in reference to reported phone scams occurring in the county, according to a recent news release. The scam targets older victims on land lines and cell phones.
Two died in a two-vehicle accident Thursday evening.
The village board of Clifton had its regular scheduled meeting on Oct. 14.
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It was a big win for the Panthers during PBL's senior night face off with the Watseka Warriors. The Panthers ended up beating Watseka with a final score of 43-15.
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The second night of the SVC/RVC tournament commenced on Thursday night at Kankakee Community College in Kankakee.
The Iroquois West Raiders’ soccer team defeat Momence in the regional semi-finals on Tuesdeay night. The final score was 3-2.
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The first round of the SVC/RVC tournament hosted at KCC kicked off on Tuesday night with two teams from the county taking part.
The Iroquois West High School Cross Country competed in 2 meets last week. On Tuesday, October 8th the IWHS XC team travelled to South Newton High School for a dual meet. The Runnin’ Raiders a…
The Iroquois County Sheriff’s Department is issuing a warning to residents in reference to reported phone scams occurring in the county, according to a recent news release. The scam targets older victims on land lines and cell phones.
GILMAN – In appreciation for 25 years of service to Cleary Building Corp., Mack Wilken, branch manager at the company’s Gilman office, was recently recognized and presented with an anniversary certificate and a custom Cleary jacket.
On Oct. 2 more than 30 chamber members and guests attended the Business After Hours hosted by Gibson Health of Watseka. Amanda Hibbs, executive director of the Chamber, welcomed all in attendance and everyone enjoyed visiting, networking and refreshments, according to a news release.
On Sept. 26 the Watseka Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the New Verizon Store located at 1152 E. Walnut Street in Watseka, according to a news release.
ROCKFORD -- Bad news for lovers of Texas Hold 'em, seven-card stud and Omaha Hi-Lo: Hard Rock Casino Rockford is not planning to offer live poker.
ROCKFORD -- Bad news for lovers of Texas Hold 'em, seven-card stud and Omaha Hi-Lo: Hard Rock Casino Rockford is not planning to offer live poker.
ROCKFORD -- Bad news for lovers of Texas Hold 'em, seven-card stud and Omaha Hi-Lo: Hard Rock Casino Rockford is not planning to offer live poker.
SPRINGFIELD — The filing by U.S. Rep. RODNEY DAVIS, R-Taylorville, of his campaign finance report for the quarter ending Sept. 30 has regenerated arguments in his potential rematch with Democrat BETSY DIRKSEN LONDRIGAN of Springfield as to where the money comes from.
SPRINGFIELD — The filing by U.S. Rep. RODNEY DAVIS, R-Taylorville, of his campaign finance report for the quarter ending Sept. 30 has regenerated arguments in his potential rematch with Democrat BETSY DIRKSEN LONDRIGAN of Springfield as to where the money comes from.
For centuries, citizens have turned to their local news publication for local breaking and investigative news, as well as to learn about hot-button issues in their communities. In the last 15 years, with the rise of digital communications, many readers have changed their preferences to digit…
With just 45 words the founders guaranteed five — no six — basic freedoms, fundamental American rights.
Once upon a time, having a job at a newspaper meant working in one of the most imposing buildings in town, inhaling the acrid aroma of fresh ink and the dusty breath of cheap newsprint and feeling mini-earthquakes under our feet every time the presses started to roll. For those of us old eno…
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On Halloween, we all enjoy handing out treats to the little monsters that arrive at our door asking for candy. Unfortunately, some of us have to deal with damage created by larger monsters that arrive at our door asking for trouble.
Vandalism and property damage are just some scary Halloween insurance concerns. You also have to consider the possibility of trick-or-treaters getting hurt on your property or accidents caused by decorations or other holiday accoutrements. Are your insurance policies ready to handle any horrors that the holiday may bring?
Here are some of the most common Halloween events that might trigger an insurance claim.
- Slips and Falls – It is easy for smaller children to trip or slip and hurt themselves, especially with elaborate or clunky costumes that make it hard for them to see clearly or walk normally. Add the an...
Understanding Slip And Fall Accidents
We all go through major life changes, both positive and negative. All have the potential to affect your credit, in either a positive or negative way. The outcome depends on how you handle these life events and the corresponding changes.
Consider the following examples.
1. Going to College – College is more than four years of fun – it's an investment in your future. Is your degree likely to result in a job that pays enough to cover your student loans?
You can build credit by making all student loan payments on time or ruin your credit through missed payments and excessive spending. If you need help, income-based repayment plans and other assistance programs are available.
2. Changing Your Marital Status – Your credit scores won't blend after marriage, but activity on joint accounts will affect both credit sco...
Most of us worry about job security at one time or another, but job safety is also a concern for some.
You shopped around to find the credit card with the best annual percentage rate (APR) for your qualifications. Maybe you've got a lower rate than the average – around 17%. The last thing you want to do is incur a penalty APR that ruins your hard work.
If you've missed a credit card payment for at least sixty days, your account may be subject to a higher interest rate known as a penalty APR. The penalty APR represents your increased risk in the card issuer's view – if you've missed one payment, you're more likely to miss other payments.
You can be assessed a penalty APR for reasons other than missed payments, depending on your card issuer's policy. Examples include returned payments, making charges past your credit limit, or defaulting/missing payments on a different account with the same card issuer.
Penalty APRs can be up to 29.99%, but may be lower depending on your card's terms and your creditworthiness. Review the terms and conditions section of you...
Late Credit Card Payment? Ask For Forgiveness
To some of us, Halloween is an enjoyable time to dress up our children and/or ourselves, carve scary pumpkins, decorate our home with spooky effects, gorge on treats, and spend the next morning jogging off a candy binge. To others, it is a time to figure out how much candy they need to have on hand to avoid cleaning toilet paper out of their trees the next morning.
Regardless of what you do the morning after Halloween, with these simple steps you can wake up with a thicker wallet than usual, and not just from hiding Hershey's Kisses in it.
- Buy Bulk Candy – You can save tremendous money by buying individually wrapped bulk candy instead of the overpriced brand name assortments at your grocery store or pharmacy. Do make sure that you buy individually wrapped candies; parents will (and should) shy away from letting their children try loose candies because of tampering concerns.
- Make Your Own Costumes – It take...
Can You Save Money With Honey?
Commonly known as ALS, the condition is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord, and it is always fatal. The affected motor neurons deteriorate and the brain and spinal cord lose their ability to send signals to muscles, which begin to atrophy. As muscles lose nourishment, those affected lose their ability to speak, move, eat and breathe. The average life expectancy of those afflicted with ALS is two to five years, and there is no cure.
Project Fit America is a charity that works alongside educators to create opportunities for kids to stay active and healthy. It offers fitness grants and programs to help fund resources such as equipment, teacher training and curriculum. The goal is not only to get students involved physically, but also nurture an environment in which children enjoy living a healthy lifestyle. For the past five years at Homer-Center Elementary, in Homer City, Pennsylvania, that opportunity to stay active has been the Lub Dub Run Club.
Vaping has come of age in the most perfect of social conditions. Smoking cigarettes is falling out of favor socially and even among nicotine users, and is wholly rejected by many young people today. To get their fix they're turning to what is marketed as a cleaner and safer method of ingestion. Enticing flavors, edgy technology and social media are empowering the tobacco industry to ensnare a new generation with nicotine addiction by way of vaping. And it’s working. In 2016, 43.8% of high schoolers in New York state tried vaping, more than double the total two years prior. This trend has Ontario County officials deeply concerned.
We’ve all experienced sticker shock. It’s one thing to gasp over the cost of a new dishwasher, but sticker shock for those who need to purchase medications for a chronic disease such as diabetes is a serious issue.
No hats, scarves, mittens or heavy coats are needed by these holiday carolers.
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Here are the top stories for Sunday, October 20th: US troops leaving Syria for Iraq; Thousands protest corruption in Lebanon; New Orleans tries to demolish cranes after partial hotel collapse; Qantas completes longest commercial flight ever.
The last World Series game the Yankees played was in November of 2009. Derek Jeter had three hits at the new Stadium, on the night when the Yankees brought all their winning over to the north side of 161st St. Andy Pettitte was the starter and the great Mariano Rivera was the closer and Jorge Posada was behind the plate. The Yankees won their 27th Series that night against the Phillies. Once ...
WASHINGTON - Pete Buttigieg would pay for his $1.5 trillion health care plan by rolling back President Donald Trump's corporate tax cut to return the rate to 35% and allowing Medicare to negotiate drug prices, campaign spokesman Sean Savett said. Buttigieg's "Medicare for all who want it" plan would extend the federal health care program for seniors as an option for Americans who prefer it, ...
LOS ANGELES - Southern California remains on fire watch as warm temperatures, low humidity and strong northerly winds, known as sundowner winds, continue to pose a fire danger for much of the region on Sunday. Red flag warnings for the mountains in Santa Barbara, Ventura and Los Angeles counties were to remain in effect until 10 p.m., according to the National Weather Service. Mountain areas ...
MIAMI - The Miami Heat's zero-tolerance policy for violations of team rules and of the team's "Heat Culture" code will have guard Dion Waiters away from the team for Wednesday night's season opener against the Memphis Grizzlies at AmericanAirlines Arena. And the differences between the team and the 27-year-old guard might not end there. In the wake of threats of dropping the hammer for ...
Local businesses and residents decorated in support of Watseka’s Homecoming Week last week. The school has announced the winners.
When WWII came and Chanute Field, in Rantoul, developed into one of the largest in the states, Onarga watched the servicemen shivering on the corners waiting to hitch a ride. A committee was appointed and permission was granted from the Illinois Central RR to build a shelter hut on their pro…
Calvary Ev. Lutheran Church Fish Fry Preschool Benefit
