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Livingston County Voters Have Options in the Upcoming Primary Election
By Todd Wineburner Livingston County Clerk Kristy Masching says a number of options are available for casting a ballot in the March 17th primary, including extended hours in the clerk’s office for early voting. A complete schedule of dates and times is available by clicking below: Early Voting, Vote by Mail, and Grace Registration in…… MORE
Heartland CC Seeks Distinguished Alum Nominations
By Neil Doyle A local community college is seeking nominations for its distinguished alumni award. The award recognizes notable Heartland Community College alumni who demonstrate exceptional achievement in their profession and make a positive impact on their community, according to a news release. “We encourage co-workers, family members, friends and professors to consider taking a…… MORE
Single Vehicle Accident Takes a Young Life in Livingston County
Livingston County Coroner Danny Watson/WJEZ file photo By Neil Doyle A nine-year-old boy has been identified as the victim of a fatal crash in Livingston County. According to LIvingston County Coroner Danny Watson, Nathan Gast of Reddick died in a single vehicle accident that occurred at about 4:45 p.m. Thursday on Route 17 just east…… MORE
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Federal Housing Money Earmarked for Livingston County
U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL)/WJEZ file photo By Neil Doyle The Livingston County Housing Authority is getting $562,985 in federal funding that will go towards the development, financing and modernization of public housing. U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) on Thursday announced more than $21 million in federal funding that will go…… MORE
By Neil Doyle Road repairs were a key topic of discussion at the last Pontiac City Council meeting, and Mayor Bill Alvey says it’s part of an ongoing conversation. Alvey told WJEZ’s Todd Wineburner that the city is working on finishing some projects that were started last year, as well as identifying the city streets…… MORE
Legal Cannabis Causing Legal Headaches
Livingston County State’s Attorney Randy Yedinak/WJEZ file photo By Todd Wineburner Legal cannabis is selling well in Illinois, but Livingston County State’s Attorney Randy Yedinak says there are still more questions than answers when it comes to marijuana. Yedinak says questions concerning recreational cannabis have dominated his professional conversations for the last several weeks.…… MORE
February is All About Hearts
By Neil Doyle February is National Heart Month and OSF St. James in Pontiac has some tips on how you can keep your heart healthier. Wellness Coordinator Matt Janus told WJEZ’s Todd Wineburner the best way to start is by looking at the risk factors you can control. “Some risk factors we don’t have any…… MORE
