By Neil Doyle The Livingston County Special Services Unit (LCSSU), which serves the population of all thirteen member school districts in the county, has purchased a new building. Regional Superintendent of Schools Mark Jontry told WJEZ’s Todd Wineburner about the new space. “The co-op (LCSSU) has had the opportunity to purchase a new building, as…… MORE
By Neil Doyle Summer is just around the corner and Humiston Riverside Park in Pontiac will be ready with a brand new addition. Pontiac Parks and Rec Director Taylor Baxter tells WJEZ’s Todd Wineburner the grand opening of the splash pad will take place Saturday, May 25, starting at 11 a.m. “We’re going to have…… MORE
Livingston County Sheriff Tony Childress/WJEZ file photo By Neil Doyle Livingston County Sheriff Tony Childress is calling on state legislators to address safety concerns prompted by the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act (SB 7) currently being debated in Springfield. Along with the Illinois Sheriffs’ Association and Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police, Sheriff Childress says…… MORE
Erin Fogarty, Health Education and Marketing Director at the LCHD/WJEZ file photo By Neil Doyle Residents in Livingston County have a unique opportunity to lend a helping hand during the time of a crisis. The Medical Reserve Corps, or MRC, is a network of volunteers who are on call for service during emergencies. Erin Fogarty,…… MORE
By Neil Doyle The United Way of Livingston County is celebrating the generosity of the people of Livingston County. United Way of Livingston County Executive Director Deb Howard tells WJEZ’s Todd Wineburner that the campaign goal was about $80 short until a generous donation came through the door, putting the campaign over the top. Howard…… MORE
By Neil Doyle At the latest Pontiac city council meeting, the city formally launched new terms for 5 city council members. On WJEZ’s Community Forum, Pontiac Mayor Bob Russell explained that council members are up for re-election on a rotating basis. The swearing in ceremony installed those elected in April. “We swore in Bill Swanson…… MORE
By Neil Doyle A variety of area employers will be on hand this week at a job fair hosted by Livingston Workforce Services. The event is set for Thursday (5/9/19) from 10 a.m until noon at Pontiac Parks and Rec. Outreach Business Specialist Triscia Brubaker told WJEZ’s Todd Wineburner what prospective job seekers can expect.…… MORE
By A.J. Harris The statistics are in, and the Vermilion River’s 2019 water level was in the top 10 floods in the river’s recorded history. The official numbers from the National Weather Service say that the river crested at 17.19 feet on Friday, May 3rd–the 9th highest recorded level for the river. The river hasn’t…… MORE
By A.J. Harris The Livingston County Board is looking for a resident of District 1 who’s willing to serve. Carolyn Gerwin is moving out of the district and she submitted her resignation to the board at its last full meeting. Gerwin’s replacement will be appointed by County Board Chair Bob Young and approved by the…… MORE
By WJEZ News Staff Livingston County Coroner Danny Watson says 52-year-old Michael Brauman of Forrest lost his life earlier this week in a highway accident in southeastern Livingston County near Chatsworth. Watson said Brauman’s body was recovered from a 2003 Buick four-door that was discovered Monday morning at the intersection of 3225 East and 1000…… MORE
