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Warrant sweept nets 17 arrests
Staff Report MT. VERNON - At least 17 residents were arrested Wednesday on drug-related warrants as police held a day-long warrant sweep on Wednesday.
Soldier returns for furlough from Iraq
Staff Report MT. VERNON - U.S. Army Spec. Steven Price will return home today for a two-week furlough before completing another nine-month deployment.
Our View: Find the time to have a little fun
As many already have realized, the summer months seem to shorten once we start filling in dates on a calendar for annual events, family gatherings and vacations.
Foundation meets goal for new lab at MVTHS
By TESA CULLI tesa.culli@register-news.com MT. VERNON - The Mt. Vernon Township High School Foundation has met its $28,000 goal to purchase a state-of-the-art mobile science lab for the school.
Rollover accident during Monday's storms
A car entering Opdyke on Illinois Route 142 at about 2 p.m. Monday rolled over during thunderstorms that hit the area.
Caregivers to get special recognition at Relay
Editor's note: This is the fourth in a series focusing on Relay For Life events.
Luminaria a cherished tradition at Relay
Editor's note: This is the first in a series focusing on Relay For Life events. By KANDACE MCCOY kandace.mccoy@register-news.com MT.
Weekly Dispositions of May 24-25, 2008
Weekly Dispositions Anthony R. Angleton, 50, of Elmwood Park pleaded guilty to knowingly making a false statement to police and was sentenced to 17 months' conditional discharge and fined.
Eight county schools showing improved finances
By KANDACE MCCOY kandace.mccoy@register-news.com MT. VERNON - Nearly 70 percent of Illinois school districts showed improved financial health, according to information from the Illinois State Board of ...
Leeck earns coalition's Instructor of Year
“Because I teach next door to Buster, I know what an engaging instructor he is for traditional students. I'm certain he carries those traits into his Lifelong Learning courses as well.”
Staff Report INA - Rend Lake College history instructor Henry Leeck has been named the Illinois Lifelong Learning Coalition Instructor of the Year. via Mt. Vernon Register-News
Mended Little Hearts gives out special Valentines
“No parent wants to be able to see their child suffer.”
By LEAH WILLIAMS leah.williams@register-news.com MT. VERNON - It takes a big heart to help others in need - especially for those who need it the most. via Mt. Vernon Register-News
New Jefferson County Spelling Bee champion crowned
“That's how we've gotten to our 32nd year. There's strong interest in the schools and in the community, judging from the large crowd.”
By TESA CULLI tesa.culli@register-news.com MT. VERNON - After six rounds, Brent Flota of Rome Grade School became the winner of the 32nd Annual Jefferson County Spelling Bee by correctly spelling the word ... via Mt. Vernon Register-News
Benefit to be held Thursday for Amish man
By MARY KAYE DAVIS mary.kaye@register-news.com BELLE RIVE - The Amish community which lives near this village has planned a benefit dinner for one of their members who has suffered extensive back injuries and ... via Mt. Vernon Register-News
Winter weather contributes to several accidents over the weekend
“It's not something we see every year.”
By KANDACE MCCOY kandace.mccoy@register-news.com MT. VERNON - As the area saw its first snow accumulation of the season, cold weather and fog contributed to a number of vehicles reported off the road as well as ... via Mt. Vernon Register-News
Police offer tips on protecting children
“We as parents need to take it upon ourselves to make sure it doesn't happen. We can reduce the chances of children being preyed upon.”
By MARY KAYE DAVIS mary.kaye@register-news.com WOODLAWN - A rural Woodlawn woman knows what it's like to fear for her children because she lives next door to a registered sex offender. via Mt. Vernon Register-News
Lightning destroys tree, damages home
A rain shower on Wednesday morning brought more than much needed precipitation to the residents of a home on the corner of Wren and Jay Drive in the Queenslake area after lightning struck a tree in the yard. via Mt. Vernon Register-News
Public Notices section added to Web site
Near the top of our home page, we have added a Public Notices section where we will begin posting boil-water orders, street closings and similar items as we receive them. via Mt. Vernon Register-News
At least one person was transported to a hospital following a two-car accident on Broadway in front of Casey Middle School at approximately 8:30 a.m. this morning. via Mt. Vernon Register-News
Need a perfect pumpkin? Start looking early
“It certainly has not been a good pumpkin year”
Families planning their annual trek to the pumpkin patch should try to go earlier rather than later this month as bad growing weather has led to fewer pumpkins and the risk of localized shortages. via Detroit Free Press
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