Greene County police and traffic
The following police reports were filed between June 4 and June 11, 2026. These reports are public information and are obtained from the Greene County Circuit Clerk’s office. All individuals have been arrested and charged, or cited in the case of traffic violations. All are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
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CIVIL CASES FILED Cortney A. Wrenn vs. Ryan P. Wrenn, dissolution w/child, 6-1-26.
Read MoreJersey County police and traffic
The following police reports were filed between June 5 and June 11, 2026. These reports are public information and are obtained from the Jersey County Circuit Clerk’s office. All individuals have been arrested and charged, or cited in the case of traffic violations. All are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Read MoreGOOD GROWING: Managing mosquitoes at home
By Ken Johnson, University of Illinois Extension, Horticulture Educator With the arrival of warm, wet weather, mosquitoes are becoming more prevalent. Unfortunately, this can turn relaxing evenings outdoors into a constant battle against these buzzing and biting insects. Fortunately, there are several steps we can take to prevent mosquito bites while enjoying the outdoors. Understanding…
Read MoreFred Moulton | 97 | White Hall
Fred Moulton, age 97, died at Evervella in White Hall, IL. He has lived a long and meaningful life marked by hard work, devotion to family and service to his community. He was born June 10, 1928 in White Hall, IL the son of Carl E. Moulton and Mamie Greer Moulton. Fred married Jeanne Coonrod…
Read MoreBeatrice Eileen Guthrie | 84 | Pittsfield
Beatrice Eileen Guthrie, 84, passed away peacefully at her home in Pittsfield, IL on Thursday, June 11, 2026. Known affectionately as “Eileen” to all that knew her, she was born in Limon, Colorado, to Lester Lewis (Jack) Davis and Nettie Fern (Kidder) Davis. As one of nine children, and one of the youngest, Eileen grew…
Read MoreScott County Employees turn out for America 250
Scott County employees gathered on the courthouse steps Monday, June 1 for a photo in the spirit of America’s semiquincentennial. “This is the first picture that we’re aware of with employees, office holders, and department heads in 187 years. One possible exception could be a photo from the mid-1800s outside the first courthouse,” Eric Tuey,…
Read MoreLet’s Cook!
Whew, it’s been hot! Recently I had to make a dessert to take to a friend’s, and I did not want to turn on the oven. So I dug through my recipes and found these two recipes. The first one is a luscious but light dessert, perfect for after a big meal.
Read MoreSenator Tracy announces more than $370,000 in State Fire Equipment Grants for local departments
State Senator Jil Tracy (R-Quincy) is announcing that fire departments, fire protection districts and emergency service providers throughout the 50th Senate District have been awarded more than $370,000 through the Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal’s (OSFM) 2026 Small Equipment Grant Program. “Our firefighters, EMS personnel, and first responders play an important role in…
Read MorePaint sprayer cause for discussion at White Hall council meeting
By Carmen Ensinger The purchase of a nearly $3,000 paint sprayer without council approval caused extensive discussion at the June 9 White Hall City Council meeting.
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