Altamont and Neoga high schools use the “Indians” nickname and would be affected by a bill that passed the Illinois House on Thursday that would ban Native American nicknames. “We feel like our ...

It has always been a fun day; hopefully in the sunshine this year, as villagers gather to green up/clean up and beautify our streets and parks. It’s a great way to get back outside to see each other ...

The National Weather Service will assess damage Thursday to determine if any tornadoes touched down. More than a dozen Tornado Warnings were issued in central Illinois on Wednesday.

Altamont’s tax rate for 2025-26 is set to increase 2.25 percent, from about $2.20 per $1,000 of assessed value to $2.25 per $1,000. The corresponding tax levy will increase from $329,271 to $338,976.

Severe weather swept through Central Illinois counties Wednesday evening, breaking tree limbs, bringing down powerlines and even destroying several sheds. Coles County In Coles County, the EMA said ...

Rain with a high of 65 °F (18.3 °C) and a 73% chance of precipitation. Winds SSE at 14 to 16 mph (22.5 to 25.7 kph). Night - Cloudy with a 73% chance of precipitation. Winds from SSE to S at 11 ...

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SPRINGFIELD – K-12 schools may soon be required to pick new mascots to replace those that reference Native American names and ...

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