SCT News
Pollination issues add to crop concerns around Illinois
By DANIEL GRANT FarmWeek Recent rounds of “million-dollar rains” helped crops in many areas deal with the stress of heat indices in excess of 100 degrees. But the crops are far from made as issues ranging from poor pollination to disease pressure threaten to take the top end off yield potential. The portion of the…
Read MoreThe Southern Illinois Coffee Trail Returns for 2025 Season
The beloved Southern Illinois Coffee Trail is back and brewing for its fourth year! From August 1 through December 31, 2025, coffee lovers are invited to hit the road and explore 64 locally owned cafés and coffee shops across scenic Southern Illinois. “The Southern Illinois Coffee Trail continues to grow each year, and we’re proud…
Read MoreJudge denies ex-Speaker Madigan’s request to remain out of prison during appeal
By Hannah Meisel Capitol News Illinois A federal judge on Friday denied former Illinois Speaker Michael Madigan’s legal arguments that he should remain out of prison while his appeal of both his corruption convictions and 7 ½ year sentence play out. Madigan is scheduled to report to prison on Oct. 13, though the federal Bureau…
Read MoreDHS Secretary Noem defends ICE tactics in second Illinois visit
By Ben Szalinski Capitol News Illinois Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem made her second visit of the year to Illinois on Friday to condemn the state’s immigration laws and defend the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement efforts. At a news conference in west suburban Lombard, Noem highlighted four individuals arrested in Illinois and deported…
Read MoreThe Edwardsville Arts Center prepare for the 11th Annual Edwardsville Art Fair
Get Ready to Celebrate Creativity at the 11th Annual Edwardsville Art Fair. Join us for an unforgettable weekend as the Edwardsville Art Fair, proudly produced by the Edwardsville Arts Center, returns for its 11th year! From September 26th to 28th, Edwardsville’s beautiful City Park will transform into a vibrant hub of artistic expression, community spirit,…
Read MoreNew bridge at Florence hopefully in 2026
By BETH ZUMWALT The new bridge, crossing the Illinois River, at Florence will not happen this summer as scheduled. The construction has been delayed to the land acquisition and permitting activities, according to Paul Wappel, spokesman for the Illinois Department of Transportation.
Read MoreSCOTT: 2025 Bluffs Community Picnic schedule announced
By DAVID CAMPHOUSE The 2025 Bluffs Community Picnic and Burgoo, themed “From the kettle to the community,” will take place on Saturday, August 16, at Lewis Park in Bluffs. The annual picnic features a day full of family-friendly entertainment and activities. This year’s event activities include laser tag, chicken bingo, wobble wagon barrel train, kids…
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Scott County SWCD announces upcoming conservation events
By DAVID CAMPHOUSE The Scott County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) has announced several upcoming programs and events. The first upcoming program being promoted by the Scott County SWCD is a Pond Management Seminar hosted by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR). The seminar will be held on August 21, 2025, at 5:30…
Read MoreLLCC offering Essential Workplace Skills series
Lincoln Land Community College is offering its popular Essential Workplace Skills (EWS) training series this fall in Springfield, Jacksonville, Litchfield and Taylorville. The series is designed for individuals seeking to upskill or boost their marketability — including job seekers, current employees and anyone wanting to sharpen critical soft skills. For a limited time, participants can…
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