Category Archives: Local News

Submit your story for Valentines contest at the Library
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ NewsThe Pontiac Public Library is reaching out to its patrons to find out what they love about the library.Director Kristin Holzhauer said they're looking for entries for the "I l...
Cumulus Media Feb 06, 2017

State looks to lower age of potential organ donors
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ NewsSecretary of State Jesse White is supporting legislation to allow 16 and 17 year olds to register for organ donation.White is hoping this will decrease the average of 300 peop...
Cumulus Media Feb 06, 2017

Cupid’s Contest could win you $25 gift certificates
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ NewsWJEZ is giving our listeners another chance to win in February.Our very own Cat explains what you need to do."Going on through the 14th of February is Cupid's Contest. We have...
Cumulus Media Feb 06, 2017

Chamber After Hours visits Good Samaritan – Pontiac
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ NewsThe Pontiac Area Chamber of Commerce is holding its February business after hours at Good Samaritan - Pontiac.Executive Director Mindi Terrell said this is a chance for people...
Cumulus Media Feb 03, 2017

‘Fresh Fare’ planned for Valentine’s Day
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ NewsFresh Fare: Be My Valentine with Evenglow Inn and the University of Illinois Extension office is happening Tuesday, February 14 from 6 to 7 p.m. at Evenglow Inn in Pontiac.Reg...
Cumulus Media Feb 03, 2017

Library holding ‘Blind Date with a Book’
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ NewsThe Pontiac Public Library has a month-long program happening called "Blind Date with a Book."Library Director Kristin Holzhauer explains."Will it be a dud or a stud? Will it ...
Cumulus Media Feb 03, 2017

Keeping yourself safe from phone scams
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ NewsPhone scams are nothing new for people, and being in the midst of tax time, IRS scams will be coming from all directions.Our very own Cat had one at work Wednesday and immedia...
Cumulus Media Feb 02, 2017

State Police plan special enforcement for Super Bowl weekend
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ NewsThe Illinois State Police will be enforcing the FATAL-4 moving violations during Super Bowl weekend.The FATAL-4 violations include DUI, speeding, distracted driving and seat b...
Cumulus Media Feb 02, 2017

Daddy Daughter Date Night planned for Saturday
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ NewsPontiac Parks and Recreation is planning its annual Daddy Daughter Date Night for Saturday from 6:30 to 9.Recreation Supervisor Greg Faloona describes the event."It's designed...
Cumulus Media Jan 30, 2017

Congressman holding traveling office hours
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ NewsStay tuned for a message from Congressman Adam Kinzinger."Hey everyone. My office is going to be hosting a traveling office hours across the district. So, visit my website at ...
Cumulus Media Jan 30, 2017