Mattoon, IL News
Mattoon, IL News
Mattoon Bagelfest 2012
Back to School for Mattoon - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and more
EIU’s Tarble Arts Center remains open behind wall of dirt
Suspects may be linked to more crimes
ISU, area school district in flap over bird symbol
Book signing set Monday in Effingham
Cumberland County Treasurer candidates Parr, Flood tout strengths
Gill, Johnson agree on little in third matchup for Congress
As clinic marks anniversary, staff encourages more veterans to apply
CTF gets federal stimulus grant to find jobs for disabled
Open house at rescue center helps show how man and beast are matched
EVS continues fight against invasive plants with day at Lafferty site
Arthur brothers arrested in connection with Mattoon hotel armed robbery Oct. 3
Oakland high school student earns national kudos for her writing
Homecoming at Eastern steeped in tradition
Our View: There should be a better way than ‘politics as usual’
Brant awarded child care credential
Police seek help in solving burglary cases
Art classes to be offered
Board finalizes plans for Mattoon Area Family YMCA renovation
A local landmark reborn
Boil order lifted
Little Theatre goes to area schools to help kids ‘bust a bully’
State inspection gives Coles jail a clear report in annual visit
Charleston police investigating burglaries
Rededication of depot to be held today
EPA starts probe of potential hazards from May 18 old factory building fire
EIU students see business potential in liquor bottle lamps
Boil order lifted
Man gets 16 years in prison for methamphetamine conviction
Benefit for Shop with a Cop the first of several
Scrap donations to help fund sidewalk repairs
Willis recognized as Art Educator of the Year
Former EIU student given prison time for robbery of video game equipment
Pair of former Edgar County officers arrested
Woodley named interim chair of EIU School of Technology
Stimulus funds boost school district budget
Oakland board moves ahead with funding plan
Rural water customers under boil order
Together at last
New contract agreement reached for Coles deputies includes raises
Southbound bridge on I-57 undergoing repairs
Prairie grass, corn stalks could fuel EIU energy needs
Mattoon officials ready to open the door on ‘Window to the World’
MHS band earns high marks at competition
Armed robbery call at Mattoon bank a hoax
Charleston man once on death row speaks out against death penalty
Coles board gets good news on interest from bond issue for building repairs
American Legion to hold membership drive for reactivating Charleston post
Oakland school board to hold special meeting today on bond matter for proposed Lake Crest expansion
Debate to be aired on WEIU television
Oakland school board hires bond companies
Administrators tout improvements despite AYP confusion
Candidates for regional school leader highlight budget skills
PHOTOS- MHS FFA Fall Festival
Contract agreement reached for Coles County deputies
Boil order in place for area near Sullivan
Neighbors voice concerns over proposed intersection realignment
Applicants sought for future Habitat homes
Coles board to hear about budget devoid of raises, vote on bond issue
Brady makes Charleston stop to tout plans to cut ‘a dime for every dollar’
Lake Land finishes FY10 in the black
Smoke from grease fire affects toddler
EIU faculty authors to be feted Wednesday
City to begin collecting leaves later this month
Public invited to candidate forum at 1:30 p.m. today
American Legion to hold membership drive for reactivating Charleston post
Oakland school board holds special meetings on potential Lake Crest expansion
EIU’s ‘Teachers Tame the Prairie’ exhibit poised to open
Harrison, Rte. 16 intersection meeting set tonight
Early voting in begins Tuesday
Lake Shelbyville National Public Lands Day a success
First aid education
Donation made
Douglas-Hart visitors get in the spirit
Accident with ambulance kills 2, including EMT
Man dies in Lake Mattoon boating accident
CHS marching band’s duel a showstopper at competition
Fire damages detached garage; none injured
Lake Land to consider energy-saving projects today
New Habitat home is a ‘dream come true’ for Charleston family
Newton man killed in motorcycle accident
IDOT to hold public meeting Tuesday on Ill. Route 16, Harrison Ave. realignment
EIU Booth Library exhibit on teacher history to open Tuesday with special event
Errand service opens with plans to meet a variety of needs
Man dies in boating accident on Lake Mattoon
Accident with ambulance kills EMT, truck passenger
Newton man killed in motorcycle accident
Isaak’s Family Fun, under new ownership, has more places to play
Oakland eyes funds to expand Lake Crest, demolish high school
Enduring Legacy
Man pleads guilty to lesser charge in pot hauling from Texas
Decatur National Guard unit answers the call to Afghanistan
Re-dedication to celebrate depot’s new lease on life
Chris K Music fall recital held
Extension educator to offer tips on flower arranging
Local great-grandmother makes exercise a priority
Cultivating Creativity exhibit to open in Effingham
Attorneys agree to cancel order of protection hearing against chief deputy
Think tank stresses cuts before state tax increase
Social media may help teachers spot cyber bullies
Brady to campaign at Morton Park
City’s new tourism director hits the ground running
Dropping the ‘R-Word’ shows Congress knows how to treat people
GOP governor candidate scheduled to be in Charleston on Monday
Illinois Policy Institute to discuss solutions to state’s budget today
Coles Republicans host open house Saturday
Obama lends voice to Quinn
Brady: Quinn worse manager than Blagojevich
Habitat for Humanity to dedicate house in Charleston on Sunday
Lend your voice, hands and feet to ‘Take Back the Night’ event
Oakland board may expand Lake Crest, demolish high school
Open house Saturday at Fire Station One
Fire Prevention Week to conclude with open house
Electronic recycling day planned Tuesday in Cumberland County
One size doesn’t fit all at MHS FFA’s Fall Festival
Spend afternoon along ‘Sesame Street’ during Kids Day
Neoga Project Fit America
Reception planned for accident victim
Tunnel work to close portion of Ninth Street
Bragging rights on the line at barbecue cook-off
Stop signs installed at 1000N intersection
Cemetery walk to tell stories of notable Shelbyville residents
County says rural trash drop-off being abused in some locations
Western Ill. town excited about FutureGen project
Addition to Lake Crest School focus of meeting
Motorcyclist hurt in Tuesday evening wreck
Shelbyville ready to hand out TIF money
Woman pleads guilty to meth charge, sentenced to more than 6 years
Mattoon says 'no' to FutureGen sequestration site offer
Homecoming parade
Mattoon council approves bid for YMCA parking lot
City pauses plan to hire temp worker for $20,000
Mattoon officials ready to seek new leader for Public Works Department
Mattoon burn experiment goes up in smoke, ashes
Section of Ninth Street to be closed to traffic Thursday, Friday
Charleston hires Ne-Co to pave 20th Street, purchases easements for water main work
Little’s ‘Greater Tuna’ full of very strange characters
Farmers making quick work of this year’s harvest
EIU Theatre Arts students to present humorous ‘Urinetown: The Musical’
Durbin, Hare address China impact with union workers
Council to look at trimmed YMCA bid
Mattoon Homecoming Court
Who do you think will make it to the World Series?
MHS band kicks off annual fruit sale
Charleston council to look at street resurface contract
CHS class of 1970
Police seek 2 men who robbed Mattoon hotel Sunday night
New Fox Ridge sign a foxy way to save money
Shelby County school leaders look at putting tax on ballot
FFA petting zoo rescheduled to October, kicks off Wednesday afternoon
Schmale shares love of history through Civil War flags
Hundreds help veterans open Greenup museum
Fall Festival a learning experience
Concert turns into ‘Kool’ dance party
Exploring history
Friends turn out in farmer’s time of need
Harvest set back by evening combine fire
Political candidates to be at EIU Sunday
New postmaster knows college towns
EIU to test emergency texts
Down economy no help for vacant businesses along Lincoln Avenue
Man arrested for burglaries across Coles County
Construction to close part of Highway 18
Last day to register to vote is Tuesday
Bombing suspect trial could be moved from Springfield
White’s inspector general visits Charleston to outline state’s ethics reform laws
Expo, and Cross County Mall’s new look, a hit with visitors and vendors alike
Combine fire in field north of Mattoon sends smoke high
Fire destroys combine, several acres of corn
Mattoon man going to jail for drunk driving with revoked license conviction
Status quo best hope for China, Taiwan in near future
Author shares hopeful message about childhood autism Thursday
Panel discusses Asia-Pacific relations at forum
Man going to prison for third burglary in 5 years
Rural health plan gets boost from federal grant
Pilot program lets students add personalized pages to yearbook
Man arrested for burglaries in Mattoon, Charleston, rural areas
Ameren Illinois utilities merger will be official Friday
MFD purchases new camera equipment with grant
Police: Suspect in bank robberies vowed to go violent
Tickets still available for Saturday’s Kool & the Gang concert
Walk to fight diabetes set for Saturday in Oakland
High school yearbooks being distributed now
City council sets special session regarding Y lot
Former Gov. Jim Edgar endorses Brady for ‘fiscal responsibility’
Court reporter retiring after 30 years at the ‘piano’
Feds: FutureGen on track with $1B commitment
Senate hopeful: Righter, GOP tried to force me off ballot
Fire at Charleston apartment building stopped quickly
Longtime downtown business to close
Fatal truck accident under investigation
Businesses offer their services to EIU students at expo
Telescopes available Thursday at Riddle
‘Fall Festival’ features 1840s activities, crafts at Lincoln Log Cabin
Feds make $1 billion commitment to FutureGen
Strasburg Community Building reopens; donations still needed
Exterior is latest part of mall project
Autism and arts subject of EIU talk on Thursday
EIU plans forum on war and peace issues in the Asia-Pacific region
President Barack Obama said a longer school year for American kids is a good idea. Do you agree?
Mattoon Business Expo is back
Flu shot clinics start on Friday
Free brew plan may not be served in Illinois
Charleston firefighters going pink for a cause
Tickets on sale for local Habitat for Humanity’s annual Habifeast
Rural Arthur man killed in accident
Public input needed for transportation program
Marijuana possession gets man 8 years in prison
Wanted: more friends for Friends of the Library
Janesville Cemetery project moving forward
Business plans to use old school lot for storage
Gill's fire cause determined to be accidental
Jefferson gifted programs turn play into learning enrichment
American Legion post could return to Charleston after 30-year absence
Public invited to EIU tailgate party today
Meeting focuses on marketing Lincoln ties
Parking restrictions for oil-and-chip work
Lake Land library redo nears completion
Five-year sentence for man who threatened couple with a knife
Man, 18, sentenced for stealing, burning vehicles
Class of 1959 says thanks for their education by donating sign to CHS
Romney to stump for Brady today in Chicago
Marching band takes honors in competition
Lake Island tract suits to go forward
FutureGen companies name new CEO
Board unanimously picks Love to lead Camp New Hope as director
Sims’ creation part of HOPE fundraiser
Wind energy
Unemployment declines in August in 8-county region
Lottery contract under more fire
Portion of Ninth Street to be one-way traffic
School election petitions available; three board members not running
Field Fire
Lake Land College Board of Trustees election petitions now available
Political tradition: Candidates use others to boost, deflate image
MHS to present ‘Rumors’ starting tonight
Construction begins on $12.5M assisted living facility in Charleston
View Jupiter from EIU observatory Friday
Camp New Hope hires director
Honeybee Festival to be held this weekend
Banik robbery suspect captured
Mudd out, FutureGen companies name new CEO
Absentee voting begins today, but officials urge those who can to wait
Mattoon sees 2.5 pct. rise in sales tax revenue
Mattoon man killed in accident on Rt. 316
Man wanted for series of burglaries
Firefly Grill chef taking fresh taste to Chicago Gourmet
License plate, cats help nab Iowa bank heists suspect
Officials get a look at Charleston’s wastewater treatment plant upgrades
Mattoon man dead after accident on Illinois Route 316
Higher vehicle fees mean big bucks for state
Higher vehicle fees mean big bucks for Ill.
Neoga man dies in Florida accident
Charleston to reapply for grant program for improvement projects
Mattoon leaders OK pacts with out-of-town firms
Local police seek Iowa, Ky. robbery suspects
Quinn, union reach deal to halt layoffs for next 2 years
Officials investigating shed fire at Lake Mattoon
Paris unit to send 10 to Kuwait
Employee contract on tap for council action tonight in Mattoon
Robbery suspect held for more charges
Fire guts house east of Montrose
Blaze extinguished at Gill's Restaurant
Coles County Relay for Life 2010
Open house Thursday at Prairie Pavilion I
Charleston council seeks state repair grant
Judge grants request to test blood on murder suspect’s shoe
Neoga man dies in Florida accident on Friday
damages may top $100,000 in shed fire at lake Mattoon
Judge grants request to test blood on murder suspect's shoe
Paris-based soldiers to take part in deployment to Kuwait
A panel of economists said the recession ended in June 2009. What do you think?
Newton elementary recognized as one of top schools in the US
Survivors help power Relay for Life
Special Olympics Family Festival memorable for athletes and volunteers alike
In the hands of youngsters, Leapster helps make learning fun and games
Repair work will close several streets
Habitat to dedicate completion of 23rd house on Sunday
EIU names Izadi interim dean of Lumpkin College of Business
Case involving chief deputy postponed
No director chosen yet for Camp New Hope
Lincoln library director to portray Tubman in local program
Local photographers will be the focus of ‘Day in the Life of Charleston’ project
Suspect in robberies released by mistake but now back in prison
MMS Band at Palm Terrace
Hearing on request for order of protection against Coles chief deputy postponed
Charleston tourism head leaving for sunny Florida
Izadi named interim dean of EIU Lumpkin College of Business, Applied Sciences
Auction of painting to benefit Five Mile House
Kilbride chosen to be next chief justice
Police conduct drug search at CHS Thursday
Woman sues city for 2009 bicycle accident
Boil order lifted after two days
Annual Yearly Progress a mixed bag for Charleston
Lack of entries prompts cancellation of CHS homecoming parade
Army National Guard Patriot Chopper
Volunteers gather from Tenn. to help reassemble log cabin for use in ‘Trial and Tribulations&
Charleston tests scores up, but some schools don't make AYP
Toledo boil order lifted
Who will be next Ill. chief justice?
Variance request for garage on zoning agenda
Money on tap for next stage of Hwy 18 work
Materials to run for elected offices available
Illinois’ bed bug battle plan hits bump
Charleston school board OKs budget that eats into carryover surpluses by about $780,000
Whitney says his campaign is low on cash
Village under boil order until further notice
Comptroller candidate raises TIF concerns
Charleston stabbing victim in stable condition; suspect in police custody
New Mattoon school budget still ‘in the black’
Interest in history led to Chicago-area man’s participation in this week’s Oakland slav
Budget vote, test results report on schedule for Charleston school board meeting tonight
Texas man pleads guilty to marijuana trafficking
Lake Land approves purchase of wind turbine, solar panels
Plans to sell bonds and repair county structures receive no feedback
Work on part of Coles Highway 18 nearly complete, next section to begin
Refrigeration business buys old Central School lot
Which team will finish with the best record?
Info sought on burglary of local church
Coles tea party plans meeting on Thursday
State police looking into incident involving chief deputy
More nuisance properties targeted by city in Mattoon cleaned up
Coles County Board plans hearing tonight on bond issue for building repairs
Boil order affects residents of Toledo
Online payment option available for water bills
Businesses clear alcohol compliance check
Mattoon school board set to vote on Central School property sale, new budget
Man arrested for stabbing near Coles County Fairgrounds
Texas man admiits role in area marijuana trafficking case
Lake Land College enrollment up again
City votes 3-1 to terminate Wortman’s employment
Lake Land enrollment figures rise again this fall
Coles sheriff chief deputy under investigation
Area firefighters learn to control propane tank fires
Kindergarten sets the foundation for future education
Plan to reduce harm from natural disasters in Douglas County to be presented Sept. 23
Kidsfest attracts large crowd despite an early morning rain
Commissioners to hold special meeting to address Wortman’s position
2010 Arcola Broomcorn Festival
Public library to undergo change in phone system
Several lawmakers still skeptical of bid to privatize state lottery games
Trial and Tribulations
First Mid completes 10-branch purchase
Teen recovering from Thursday crash
Lake Land board to consider energy grants
First Mid-Illinois Bancshares completes acquisition of 10 banks
Charleston students find out healthy eating rocks
Rural Greenup driver injured in truck accident Thursday night
Kansas FFA student up for national award
City officials still weighing impact of employee union contracts
‘Circuit Rider’ motorcycle to be displayed at expo
Universities mostly take a pass on borrowing money
‘Rockstar nutritionist,’ BMX bikers among entertainment for Kidsfest celebration
Broomcorn Festival, and Arcola tradition, sweeps in crowds for 4 decades
Status of Wortman’s employment unclear after meeting
Ill. Senate president: ‘We need cooperation’
Enrollment declines at Eastern
City nixes firefighter contract
Charleston leaders ready to take TIF request to state
MMS educators work to maintain culture of reading
Chris Camp (aka The Whip Guy)
Sept. 11 presentation planned Friday
Drug disposal dropoff planned Saturday
Annual barbecue, Harvest Festival this weekend in Martinsville
Reported hostage situation a bust in Charleston
Hydrant flushing set on east side today
Chu gives update on DOE-funded ‘clean coal’ efforts
Council passes on public works director's contract
EIU fall enrollment down almost 3 percent from 2009
Police handle reported hostage situation in Charleston
How will you observe the 9th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks on America?
Horseshoe pitchers share space with popcorn fest
Charleston council to vote after taxing bodies support TIF extension
Mattoon council to vote on firefighter contract, TIF grants
Decor aims to raise profile of upcoming Relay for Life
Truck hits man on Interstate 57
Trinity Episcopal shares space with Jewish center
Lake Land sustainability efforts recognized at international event
‘The Whip Guy’ takes a crack at Casey Popcorn Festival
Room to grow
Teen charged with spray painting skate park
Crime Stoppers seeks help locating woman
State sends $12 million in late appropriations to EIU
Lottery bidder promises to create educational scholarship program
Clean energy grants help brighten several buildings in Ashmore
ROTC shows family ties run deep for new officers
Slumping economy mirrored in child support collections
Locals donate funds to update decades-old park
Role in car theft gets woman prison time
Boosters keep CHS girls’ holiday tournament going for two more years
‘Biggest Loser’ winner to participate in triathalon Saturday at Lake Mattoon
Emergency crews to make some noise for film crew
Durbin: Linking plant to FutureGen will cut costs
Body found in garage believed to be a suicide
Arcola pair being held on charge of forging money
Cheesy celebration to take over Arthur this Labor Day weekend
Still taking patients
Man steals safe containing $12,000 cash from residence
Foodbank to help Coles County residents apply for food stamps
Booster club to keep CHS girls' holiday tournament going for 2 more years
State regulators raise critical questions about Taylorville power plant
Sarah Bush president Barnett set to retire
Brady: Schools should consider holding off on teacher pay raises
Trustees to consider labor agreements Friday
IEPA hearing on former FutureGen site canceled
CFD comes out on top in Battle of the Badges
Ribbon-cutting ceremony planned for new Textbook Rental Service building
EIU projects keep eye on being ‘green’
EPA hearing on Mattoon FutureGen land is canceled
Property tax installment payment due Friday
Cumberland officials put spotlight on multiple duties of dispatchers
Repair work to disrupt water service for some
CHS band raising money to perform at Walt Disney World
FutureGen Alliance announces support for 2.0 proposal
ROTC members take plunge for water survival test
Meth offense puts woman in drug court program
SBLHC chief Barnett to retire next year
PHOTOS: Blood, sweat and gears
About half of children in Illinois qualify for free lunch
Casey Popcorn Festival kicks off a day early this year
Harvest Time
With Labor Day approaching, are you:
Cost analysis of Taylorville power plant due this week
Ratliff named city tourism director
Sealed bids due Friday for properties up for auction
Decatur community college may end up as FutureGen training site
Future of FutureGen could become clearer this week
Cumberland officials look for ways to raise money for dispatching operations
Alliance to work with DoE on FutureGen 2.0 project
Jury convicts Mattoon man of meth offenses
Assessments head Shoopman moving on after year in Coles County position
Section of street to be closed for maintenance
Diane Ratliff named Charleston tourism director
Fate of FutureGen project could become clearer this week
Coles supervisor of assessments to resign
Firefighters’ help sought for two blazes Saturday
Pilots make jet fight look, sound real
Jet pilots answer questions about show
Livingston Lord home now has new ties to EIU
Healing Folk not just about mourning, but also about celebrating
‘This is really a loving community’
Full (jail)House
Douglas County jail tries to get most out of space to save money
2010 Cumberland County Fair Court
Cumberland County 4-H members show winning livestock
Habitat building 8th home
Most phones working at Sarah Bush Lincoln
Hydrant testing to begin Wednesday
At jet speed, this bus hugs the ground
State officials get an earful from social service reps
Contact health center for patient registration
Unemployment rates in area continue to climb
Woman dies hours after motorcycle wreck
Police seek men for forging stolen checks
Shelby Co. assistant state’s attorney selected
Homeowner cries ‘rats’ on Mattoon cleanup efforts
Vandals cause damage to city’s new skate park
Shimkus tells vets he’s pushing for better VA care
MHS FFA to be recognized at national level
Coles County senior citizens, disabled can apply for home modification grants
Hearing today on new law affecting social service agencies
Shimkus tells vets he’s pushing for better VA care
Community clinic, ready now to register patients, opens Sept. 1
Police looking for men who gave forged checks to bank
Phone service disruption affects SBLHC
View nebula, star cluster from EIU observatory
Competency exam ordered for man accused of killing 2-year-old son
Cross County Mall Improvements
Healing Folk event is a time to talk and heal
Another terse, tense week on FutureGen
Candidates spar in Ill. ag forum
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center having phone problems
Suspect in child's death ordered examined for trial competency
Camp New Hope narrows search for new director
Work delays push back renovated depot’s done date
Coles community health center to begin registering patients
Not so fast, Blago
Sessions set for those interested in band
Blood drive misses goal but collects 23 pints
Hatten escapes capture; police remain on lookout
Festivities for Ashmore Day expanded this year
Pair jailed in Douglas County, accused of having 59.4 grams of cocaine
US vs. Russia in sky above Coles County
‘Controlled’ burn guts abandoned mobile home, damages residence
GOP candidates don’t have name for proposed new state office combining treasurer, comptrolle
Man recovers after fall from balcony
Green Party’s Whitney goes on the attack against Gov. Quinn
Elliotts take over My Store in Mattoon
Pair hurt in accident near Cracker Barrel
Rural Neoga man hurt after tractor rolled over, then ran over him
Republicans attack Quinn over ethics probe, official’s departure
35-year-old Stewardson man killed in ATV accident
Police seek whereabouts of man who aided fugitive
What should federal prosecutors do?
Army medic earns Bronze Star with Valor for actions during combat
Crimes earn 19-year-old Mattoon man 5 years in jail
Camp New Hope might have new director by next month
No political comeback in Illinois for Blagojevich
Shelby County man killed when ATV strikes dog in the road
Man treated after fall from apartment balcony
Hundreds step out to honor fallen Illinoisans
Alumni, former teachers revisit the days of Westfield schools
Running In Honor
Upgraded equipment helps Charleston paramedics better diagnose heart attacks
LLC students turn the page on a new year
Effingham man gets 21 years for meth production
International students enjoy pizza summit in Charleston
Car wash today to benefit cancer society
LaHood says high-speed rail talks continue
Construction of EIU energy center to move inside soon
State slashes LLC adult ed funding
EIU kicks off semester with service day Saturday
More than 300 signed up for local Run for the Fallen
Alliance still controls local land intended for FutureGen
Building committee looks at Mattoon school roof issues
State cuts local adult ed budget by 60 percent
Man flees officers during arrest attempt
Advocacy center to host car show fundraiser on Sunday
Crop survey finds mostly highs in Coles
PHOTOS: JROTC Adventure Day
Board plays guessing game with budget
Magic in the air
Site’s horse pull nixed, but artist still will visit
Local man with murder conviction headed back to prison for drug possession
Man arrested after domestic incident
Rotary pool season coming to an end
Weekend bike ride will travel from one festival to another
City offers long list of dangers posed by Young Radiator site
Westfield Homecoming Festival kicks off Friday
EIU science building gets sited on the ‘tundra’
Newly merged planning commission aims for efficiency
Rose, Righter sound off on Blagojevich trial outcome
Students to return to EIU starting Thursday
Class of 1959 to donate electronic sign to Charleston High School
Professor: Respect goes both ways at school
Teen taken into custody on sexual assault charge
EIU master plan meeting to be held tonight
Corn survey shows kernel of reality on yields
Central Illinois corn harvest may fall short
Mattoon man dies in motorcycle accident
Former mayor appointed Shelbyville commissioner
Charleston moves to get easements for water main route
Woman gets probation for having drugs in home with child present
Mattoon trims back plan on Rte 16 mowing
Blagojevich joins long line of troubled Ill. governors
EIU looking at land south of Tarble Arts Center for new science building
Woman enters not guilty plea to drug trafficking charge
Tippin concerts highlight 3-day harvest picnic
Cost to repair right-of-way damages to be discussed
CHS class of '59 donates money for electronic message board
Two city streets to be closed for repairs
CMS goes red and gold
Michigan woman pleads not guilty to trafficking Ecstasy into Coles County
City taking aim at mosquitoes this week
Man sought for two Coles County charges
Lake Land leaders OK in-the-black budget
Phone records to be used in case against teen accused of Greenup factory fire
Charleston wants to purchase easements for water main work
Six now look to host FutureGen storage site
What do you think of the mid-August start of school?
Blago guilty on just 1 count; feds vow retrial
Crop survey
Tales of history intersect at Five Mile House with Westfield College presentation
Five Mile House Open House
Skate park gives Janesville youth a place to try their skills
Skaters in Janesville
Janesville skate park
Public hearing is tonight on Lake Land budget
Charleston announces street closings starting Tuesday
‘Well wishes’ being made at new fountain in the mall
Cross County Mall Fountain
Arthur's millennium babies return for photo
Arthur millennium babies
Coles Together seeking new project at FutureGen site west of Mattoon
Secret ballot marred vote in Shelby Co.
Group home, former employees sued over fatal attack
Cornerstone academy expands
Suspect in fatal Effingham chase surrenders in Maryland
Soap Box Derby to close part of street
Growers gone wild
Trio of lawmakers sides with Mattoon in ‘no’ answer to FutureGen 2.0
Attorneys want man accused of killing boy examined for mental fitness for trial
Coles Together wants private coal plant at former FutureGen site
Farmer died when pinned in equipment
Decatur, Tuscola may want role in FutureGen
Regulators hear comments about planned Taylorville power plant
Farmer died in equipment accident, coroner's office says
Mattoon bows out of FutureGen 2.0
New sequestration site would take months of study
Official: There’s no conflict for DOE staffer
Man dies in farm accident Wednesday
With Mattoon out, other communities look at FutureGen possibilities
Westfield College focus of Sunday program at historic Five Mile House
Mattoon schools look to end year in the black
Mattoon administrators hope to end year in the black after tough budget process
District 5-year outlook looks better
Charleston FFA student up for national award
Accused bomber’s attorney resigns
Next steps unclear for FutureGen, Mattoon site
Coles Together says NO to FutureGen 2.0 role
Charleston man dies in farm accident
DOE official: No altering tight FutureGen deadline
Lawmakers question official’s role in changes
Second faculty laureate honored posthumously
Man suspected of lighting car on fire
Superintendent: Buyer ‘interested’ as board seeks bids again for Central property
Neoga police chief says scam artists are targeting grandparents
EIU faculty laureate has ‘Grandma Robinson’ to thank
MHS juniors now can go off campus once a week
PHOTOS: Auto-cross Racing
Coles board OKs bid for I-57 interchange road east work
Old FutureGen law likely won’t work with new plan
EIU Football Media Day
What should local officials do about participating in the revamped FutureGen project?
Durbin: Mattoon has until Friday to say ‘yes’ or ‘no’ to FutureGen 2.0
Crime Stoppers offers reward for suspect
Saturday accident on Interstate 57 claims life of Tuscola woman
State awaits US House vote on federal funding
Miles pleads not guilty to shooting death charges
Mattoon board to vote on off-campus lunch policy
Coles Board considers interchange road work contract
‘Run/Walk for the Fallen’ draws participants from area and afar
Murder suspect pleads not guilty
Durbin gives local officials deadline to accept FutureGen role
Car club members bring fast fun to Coles County
One killed Saturday in multi-vehicle accident
Tuscola woman killed in three vehicle collision Saturday morning on I-57
Mattoon native aiming for all the right notes to take her to Nashville
One person killed, five injured as a result of three-vehicle collision on I-57
Autocross racing
Coles Together still evaluating latest proposal
Righter, Rose: DOE and Durbin owe answers
Coles County 4-H General Projects 2010 champs
Multi-vehicle accident on I-57 north of Mattoon diverts traffic
Computers, humans mix in LLC class
Illinois debuts its back-to-school tax reprieve
City officials ‘disappointed’ about FutureGen’s outcome
Flider clarifies conflicting statements on FutureGen
The future of FutureGen
FutureGen timeline
DOE official: Geology, sequestration is a strength for Mattoon in FutureGen project
PHOTOS: FutureGen No More
Mattoon Mayor Gover disappointed with FutureGen plan change
Announcement stuns lawmakers
15-year-old accused in Fayette County double murder
Cooks Mills farmer hospitalized after being pinned by tractor, tree
Registration planned for students Wednesday
OVC honors JG/T-C Sports Editor Nielsen with first Media Award
US Energy Dept. to drop FutureGen plant in Mattoon
Cooks Mill farmer rescued after trapped between tractor and tree
Our Scouting experience
Tippin to perform at annual Harvest Picnic
City, some residents at odds over future of land adjoining Lake Paradise
Maintenance to close streets for a month
Former Blagojevich cabinet member Maram registers as Statehouse lobbyist
French exchange student reflects on American culture
Lawn clippings in streets slowing city road work
Public hearing planned on IEPA permit for FutureGen
Airport to become raceway for weekend sports car competition
From row crops to roadways, heat wave takes toll
Mom, son recognized for life-saving action during Town Branch flooding
Edgar, Effingham county businesses cited in checks
Best Seat in the House
‘Battle of the Badges’ blood drive today
Mosquito spraying to take place this week
Man pleads guilty to possession of 36 bags of pot
Oil and chip work to continue today
Electronic recycling is now free to residents of Cumberland County
Sullivan building demolition reminder of storm’s fury
Street closings set for Jackson, 11th, and Harrison in Charleston
Mattoon Council says no to paying for grass cutting bids on Route 16
EIU names budget, planning officer
Local businesses donate to 4-H program
Effingham Clay Service/Total Grain 4-H contribution
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Council may allow removal of old water tower
Old Charleston Water Tower
Lake Paradise projects to go before council
Lincoln site to host bluegrass music jam
'Battle of the Badges' blood drive set for Wednesday at airport
Douglas sheriff warns of bank check scams in area
Ways to keep cool may be the hottest tips of the week
Hot Weather Work
Yost appointed to Health Facilities and Services Review Board
Don Yost
Lincoln cemetery to expand thanks to donations
Thomas Lincoln Cemetery
Thomas Lincoln Cemetery
Charleston police investigating vehicle damage
Switchfoot blows crowd away at National Scout Jamboree
National Scout Jamboree: 100 years of knowledge
Robotic takeover: Scouts try out robots for merit badge
Rec department plans kids’ sidewalk art event
Bullriders muster up more than muscle
Coles County Fair Bullriding
‘Money talks’ in Illinois — and it’s perfectly legal
Carnival workers take to the road each year to practice their trade
Midway Games
SUNDAY DRIVE: The Thomas Shop endures the test of time
Thomas Shop
Thomas Shop
Thomas Shop
Thomas Shop
Thomas Shop
Thomas Shop
Thomas Shop
Thomas Shop
Thomas Shop
Dancelife to continue studio mission
Dancelife
2010 Coles County 4-H State Fair Delegates
Coles County 4-H auction tops $78,000 in sales
Mud flies at the demolition derby
City gets helping hand with eyesores
Route 316 repairs to close parts of roadway
Jamie Ueleke follows in husband’s tracks to win truck pull at fair
One dead after accident on Interstate 70
How we overlook the military
The globe came to Scouts at Jamboree
College-bound 4-H’ers recall fond memories from fairs
Charleston school district registration is Friday and Monday
Thousands of Boy Scouts gather at annual jamboree
Hundreds turn out to pay respects to fallen Mount Zion Army medic
Quinn budget director: Income tax hike sought
Bumpus pulls out Pro Farm Class win at tractor pull
Livestock auction brings in much-needed 4-H funds
Mattoon firefighters take safety training on the road
Mattoon board rejects mowing bids, OKs bid to level Lake Paradise ponds
Locals do well at truck, tractor pull
Fair queen contestant competes in truck pull
Homann takes top honors for showmanship
Dam West beach now open to the public again
St. Mary registration to be held Wednesday
Images offer peek at planned new Progress Square
Rennels TV & Appliance to close doors as owner retires
Rennels retiring
Cumberland school registration to be held Aug. 9-10
Cause may remain unknown for Saturday garage fire
Livestock auction will conclude 4-H shows Thursday at Coles County Fair
Kasey sisters among top winners in 4-H sheep show
Schilling wins Senior Showmanship kudos at Coles County Fair beef show
Millions going to Taylorville plant, not FutureGen
Man's death in Charleston ruled a suicide
Coles County Fair Arts Hall
Lovington Grade School registration set for Monday
Registration for Mattoon students next week
Hometown competitor Austin wins first in 7,700-pound pull
Millions going to Taylorville plant, not FutureGen
Champion Boar
Swine Showmanship
‘Night Bugs’ the focus of Fox Ridge event Saturday
20-year-old found dead in backyard Tuesday
Former company CEO dies at Ohio home
Police still looking into fatal Sunday accident
Fatal accident on Bruce-Findlay road intersection still under investigation
4-H poultry, rabbit winners named at Coles County Fair
Millions allotted for maintenance of Lake Shelbyville dam
Illinois ranks in the middle on child well-being
Jones adds to family tradition in 4-H goat show
Coles County Fair Goat Show Winners
Campbell takes top honors in swine show
GrandChampMarketHog
Marching band set to practice field show
Switch to poultry leads to 4-H win for Chavez
Cockerel Champion
Champion Fryer
Oakland registration for all students set Aug. 5-6 at Lake Crest
Neoga junior, senior high students register Aug. 3
Despite living with sarcoidosis, Mattoon woman tries to stay as active as she can
Job Seeker
West Nile virus not as prevalent in humans in recent years
What will be the verdict for former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich?
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