Category Archives: Local News

WJEZ welcomes Dana Bell to its staff
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ NewsWJEZ would like to welcome Dana Bell to the staff.Dana is a native of Chatsworth, currently living in Pontiac and has joined the crew as our new building assistant.She said sh...
Cumulus Media May 10, 2016

‘Gear Up – Ride Smart’ campaign urges motorcycle safety
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ NewsThe Illinois Department of Transportation is reminding motorcyclists to take necessary steps to ensure their safety and "Gear Up-Ride Smart."This is an annual campaign that ur...
Cumulus Media May 09, 2016

Chamber holding Mix and Mingle Thursday
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ NewsThe Pontiac Area Chamber of Commerce is holding its Mix and Mingle Business After Hours Thursday at Pontiac Healthcare and Rehab from 5 to 7.Mindi Terrell, executive director ...
Cumulus Media May 09, 2016

CF Physical Therapy scholarship winners announced
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ NewsCF Physical Therapy has announced its 2016 Jill Bane Memorial Scholarship Winners.This year's winners are Eric Davis from Normal Community High School, Jessica Haines from Mah...
Cumulus Media May 09, 2016

Fairbury Community Sale happening Saturday
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ NewsThe 65th annual Fairbury Community Sale is happening rain or shine Saturday in Fairbury.The day begins at 10 a.m. and will include auction items, such as antiques, toys, farm ...
Cumulus Media May 04, 2016

Korean War Symposium happening Monday
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ NewsThe Korean War Symposium will be held at Pontiac Township High School Monday from 9 to 11.This event will give students and the general public a chance to hear about what was ...
Cumulus Media May 04, 2016

WJEZ welcomes Greg Halbleib
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ NewsWJEZ is welcoming Greg Halbleib as our new Sports Director.Greg has been a part of Radio Bloomington in several capacities since 2002 and is also the voice of the Normal Cornb...
Cumulus Media May 04, 2016

Jock Jibberish: Six movies that were delayed by stupid arguments
Some of the most beloved movies were delayed in production due to the craziest things. For example, “The Shawshank Redemption” was delayed due to the baby bird the character Brooks took ca...
Cumulus Media May 03, 2016

“Yes You Can” starts May 16
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ NewsThe University of Illinois Extension is holding a program called "Yes You Can: Preserving Safely" at the Woodford Count Extension office in Eureka May 16 and 23 from 6 to 8.Th...
Cumulus Media May 03, 2016

May and June Wellness Clinics planned
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ NewsThe Livingston County Health Department will be conducting Wellness Clinics in May and June.Basic wellness services include things such as blood pressure screenings and a blod...
Cumulus Media May 03, 2016