Franklin County EMA programming NOAA Weather Radios at Benton/West City Walmart

February 27, 2018 By Leave a Comment

WEST CITY –  Join the Franklin County Emergency Management Agency, West City Fire Department during Severe Weather Preparedness Week for a FREE NOAA All-Hazards Radio Programming Event.  This will take place at the West City Walmart on Monday, March 5th between 8:00-4:00 p.m.

Please bring your radio by or purchase one at Walmart and we will program your radio to ensure you are weather ready!

Also, FCEMA will take part in basic storm spotter training that evening in West City.  Details will be coming soon. -sd

Filed Under: Breaking News, Franklin Co. News

February 24, 2018 Severe Weather and Flooding Summary

February 26, 2018 By Leave a Comment

 

PADUCAH, KY – Multiple waves of precipitation moved through our region from the evening of February 20th through the morning of February 24th. A warm front lifted across the region on Saturday afternoon, followed by a cold front that quickly moved through during the late afternoon and evening hours. Severe thunderstorms accompanied this system with damaging winds and a few tornadoes, including two EF-2 tornadoes that occurred in the Hopkinsville, KY and Matthews, MO areas. Please note that damage surveys are still ongoing with this event! There was also widespread flooding across our area due to 5 to 8 inches of rain falling over a 4 to 5 day period. Flash flood warnings were in effect for the vast majority of the region late Saturday afternoon and evening.

Please click on the link for an interactive web page from the National Weather Service of Paducah Ky.

http://www.weather.gov/pah/2018_Feb24_EventSummary

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Janus vs. AFSCME to be heard today by the U.S. Supreme Court

February 26, 2018 By Leave a Comment

AP file photo

WASHINGTON, DC – Nerves are on edge today for an Illinois state employee challenging a public sector union over forced fees that workers have to pay the union as a condition of employment.

The case Janus vs. AFSCME, which originated in Illinois, will be heard this morning in front of the U.S. Supreme Court.

Mark Janus, the state government employee at the center of the case, said he’s nervous.

“But what I think is important to note is that there is just as much right to say ‘no’ to a union as there is to say ‘yes’ to a union,” Janus said. “And that is a right that I don’t have [under the status quo].”

Please click on the link for the full story from Greg Bishop of Illinois News Network

https://www.ilnews.org/news/justice/janus-vs-afscme-to-be-heard-today-by-the-u/article_9c857c2c-18e2-11e8-84d7-73114056dd15.html

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Illinois Proud: Brett Eldredge To Headline 2018 Illinois State Fair

February 26, 2018 By Leave a Comment

Edgar County Native, Country Music Superstar’s First Performance on Grandstand Stage

SPRINGFIELD, IL -A native of Paris, Illinois, Brett Eldredge, will headline the Illinois State Fair Grandstand on Friday, August 17.  His Illinois roots run deep as his second album is titled Illinois and he has videos set in his hometown and Wrigley Field.  This powerhouse country star is sure to entertain concertgoers with his fun-loving, hilarious, yet sensitive personality.

“The Illinois State Fair is eager to host Brett Eldredge,” says Luke Sailer, Acting State Fair Manager. “We are proud to have an Illinois native on the grandstand stage, especially in 2018, Illinois’ bicentennial year.”

His current album, aptly self-titled, Brett Eldredge shows the different sides of Eldredge and reflects where he is in life right now.  The album includes upbeat songs such as “Somethin’ I’m Good At,” and “Superhero,” to meaningful ballads including, “The Long Way,” and “Brother,” all of which Eldredge is a co-writer.

This album is sure to follow the success of his first two albums, Bring You Back and Illinois, which combined to give him six #1 singles in row. Those include “Don’t Ya,” Lose My Mind,” and “Wanna Be That Song.” Building on the success of his 2014 win for CMA New Artist of the Year, Eldredge has been nominated for various other awards and co-hosted ABC’s CMA Music Festival: Country’s Night to Rock and was featured on “Forever Country,” a medley performed by a group of 30 different country artists.

An opening act for Brett Eldredge will be announced at a later date.  Tickets will go on sale later this spring.

Mark your calendars for the 2018 Illinois State Fair, August 9th – 19th, in Springfield, IL.

Stay up to date with all the latest news and announcements from the Illinois State Fair by connecting with us via Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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Illinois State Police warns drivers to watch out for potholes

February 26, 2018 By Leave a Comment

From the Illinois State Police- District 13

DU QUOIN – Sure! It’s beautiful out now, but yesterday’s rains left a little present for roadway users. Nasty little things, they are! They will tear up your cars, flatten your tires, and knock your front end out of alignment.

Illinois State Police photo

It’s an unfortunate consequence of water. One of the most powerful forces of nature, moving water is capable of ripping large holes in pavement like it was a Kleenex. Avoid moving the water in those puddles. It’ll tear up your car…

Increase your following distance to the car in front of you. It gives you more time to react. Look for the holes instead of at your phone. Can’t see them if you’re checking social media or texts 

Hope you enjoyed this humorous look at a common problem this time of year. #GiveEmaBrake as IDOT patches holes this time of year!

Filed Under: Breaking News, Franklin Co. News

Severe storms, possible tornadoes rip through Southern Kentucky

February 25, 2018 By Leave a Comment

WHOP radio in Hopkinsville KY image.

HOPKINSVILLE – KY – Severe storms killed at least one person, injured several others and caused destruction Saturday evening across Southern Kentucky.

Christian County Emergency Management Director Randy Graham told WHOP that a possible tornado injured 9 people at Eagle Crossing Apartments.

Graham said 6 people were treated on the scene for minor injuries while three other people were taken to an area hospital for treatment of injuries not believed to be life-threatening.

Please click on the link for the story from WKRN-TV in Nashville, TN.  WHOP radio from Hopkinsville added to this story.

Severe storms, possible tornadoes rip through Southern Kentucky

 

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Additional detours/parking for the MHS Sophmore Tourney

February 25, 2018 By Leave a Comment

 

From Len Novora – Murphysboro High School Athletic Director 

ATTENTION: ALL vehicles must be parked in the north end of the parking lot (next to the softball field on the right as you pull in) starting Monday (2/26).

Use the north gym doors for entry into building.

This will last for the remainder of the Tournament.

 

Filed Under: Breaking News, Franklin Co. News, Sesser News, Thompsonville News, West Frankfort News

Illinois Department of Revenue Launches Statewide Electronic Lien Registry

February 25, 2018 By Leave a Comment

SPRINGFIELD – Individuals looking for tax liens filed by the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) now have a searchable database at their disposal.  A new online Statewide Tax Lien Registry (Lien Registry) provides a single-source to locate all active liens and releases filed by IDOR.

The Lien Registry is designed to improve efficiencies and incorporate technology into current work systems. It will lead to more timely information on lien filings, while reducing state filing costs.

“We filed more than 39,000 liens in all 102 counties across the state last year. That cost the Department $700,000 in fees and labor,” said IDOR Director Connie Beard. “Transitioning to an electronic registry will help drive those costs down and accelerate tax receipts going to state and local tax funds.”

The Lien Registry now serves as the only source for obtaining tax lien information. There is no cost and no sign-up required to search the registry, which can be accessed through the “Quick Links” tab on the IDOR webpage at tax.illinois.gov.

A tutorial video on the Registry may be found on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DITvksZs2JU. Questions regarding Lien Registry may be emailed to rev.lien@illinois.gov.

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Areal flood warning allowed to expire….Flood Warning still exists for the Big Muddy

February 25, 2018 By Leave a Comment















Tom Dart













Former Ald. Daniel Solis leaves Dirksen U.S. Courthouse after testifying in the corruption trial of former Speaker Michael Madigan.
Happy New Year! Blessings to you and your family in 2025!

There have not been any reports of road closures this morning.   I would use my own discretion about driving on roads across the county that are flood prone.  Do not drive around barricades.  We have two days to dry out before we receive another round of precipitation again, Tuesday night into Wednesday. -sd

Flood Warning for the Big Muddy

The Flood Warning continues for the Big Muddy River near Plumfield.

* from Sunday afternoon to Thursday morning.

* At 9:00 PM Saturday the stage was 19.0 feet.

* Flood Stage is 20.0 feet.

* Minor flooding is forecast.

* Forecast…Rise above flood stage by tomorrow afternoon and continue to rise to near 21.0 feet by early Tuesday morning. The river will fall below flood stage by early Thursday morning.

* Impact…At 20.0 Feet…Minor flooding occurs affecting mainly bottom-land and surrounding low lying areas.

Hazardous Weather Outlook

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of southern Illinois, southwest Indiana, western Kentucky, and southeast Missouri. .

DAY ONE…Today and Tonight Flood Warnings remain in effect across the entire area as flood waters will be slow to recede today. Numerous river flood warnings are also in effect. Refer to the warning products and their follow up statements for more details. .

DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN…Monday through Saturday One to two inches of rainfall are possible during the Tuesday night to Thursday time frame. River flood warnings will remain in effect into next week. Refer to the flood warnings and statements for important river flood details, including the latest updated information. .

SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT… Reports of any damage from the Saturday evening thunderstorms would be appreciated, along with any ongoing flood issues or rainfall totals.

Seven Day Forecast

Today
Sunny, with a high near 54. West southwest wind 5 to 8 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 34. Light and variable wind.
Monday
Sunny, with a high near 60. Southeast wind 3 to 5 mph.
Monday Night
Clear, with a low around 37. Light southeast wind.
Tuesday
Mostly sunny, with a high near 65. Light southeast wind becoming south 5 to 10 mph in the morning.
Tuesday Night
Showers likely, mainly after midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 47. South wind 5 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Wednesday
A 50 percent chance of showers. Cloudy, with a high near 61. South southeast wind around 6 mph.
Wednesday Night
A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after midnight. Cloudy, with a low around 49. South wind 6 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
Thursday
A chance of showers, mainly before noon. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 55. Breezy, with a west wind 16 to 23 mph, with gusts as high as 34 mph.
Thursday Night
Partly cloudy, with a low around 36. Breezy, with a west northwest wind 15 to 22 mph, with gusts as high as 34 mph.
Friday
Sunny, with a high near 52. Northwest wind 9 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.
Friday Night
Mostly clear, with a low around 33. North northeast wind 5 to 9 mph.
Saturday
Sunny, with a high near 52. North northeast wind around 7 mph.
Filed Under: Breaking News, Franklin Co. News, Slider

Legionnaires’ Disease Case In Illinois Resident

February 25, 2018 By Leave a Comment

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is reporting one case of Legionnaire’s Disease in an Illinois resident. Additional information about the resident, including their medical condition, is not available.

IDPH is gathering information about the individual’s recent travels to identify potential sources of exposure to the bacteria that causes Legionnaire’s Disease.  Several locations are being investigated, including the Capitol Complex and a hotel where the individual stayed during a January 2018 visit to Springfield.

Out of an abundance of caution, IDPH is providing this information to the public, given that water samples recently collected from the Capitol Complex tested positive for Legionella.

Legionella bacteria occur naturally in the environment.  Water containing Legionella bacteria can be aerosolized through cooling towers, showers, hot tubs, and decorative fountains, and can cause illness when inhaled.  Approximately 300 cases of Legionnaires’ disease are reported across Illinois each year.

Legionnaires’ disease usually begins with symptoms like high fever (102 degrees F – 105 degrees F), chills, muscle pain, and headache.  Other symptoms may include cough (which may be dry or productive), shortness of breath, chest pain, or even gastrointestinal symptoms like diarrhea.  The incubation period, the time between exposure and onset of illness, is up to 12 days.

More information about Legionnaires’ disease can be found on the IDPH website.

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