By Neil Doyle A long time radio industry professional was honored on the Illinois House floor this week. State Representative Tom Bennett (R-Gibson City) read House Resolution 582, recognizing Lane Lindstrom, who passed away in July. Lindstrom was, at one time, part-owner of WJEZ as well as its engineer and program host. He worked at…… MORE
Area Lawmaker Joins the Call for Ethics Reforms
State Representative Dan Brady/WJEZ file photo By Neil Doyle Illinois lawmakers on both sides want to pass several ethics reforms in the wake of two state lawmakers facing federal charges and another involved in a federal kickback probe. State Rep. Dan Brady (R-Bloomington) represents southeastern Livingston County. He’s one of several legislators who want action…… MORE
WJEZ Welcomes Kiss To The Peoria Civic Center
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More Than One Showdown Going on This Weekend
By Todd Wineburner There’s some side action attached to the upcoming Prairie Central/Effingham football game, but it’s all perfectly legal. Dr. Brian Stoller is an optometrist with Fairbury Vision Center. After the pairing was announced for the IHSA football playoffs, he contacted a vision care center in Effingham with a simple proposition. “We contacted them…… MORE
Win Tickets To The Fab Four As A VIP
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Area Veterans Will Share Their Stories in Bloomington on Sunday
By Todd Wineburner A group of veterans representing the Livingston County War Museum will be in Bloomington on Sunday (11/10). War Museum President Ed Long said it will be a chance to learn military history from people who helped write it. “From 2 to 4 p.m. we are going to be at the Bloomington Public…… MORE
Pontiac Man Arrested by Dwight Police
Roy A. Howard/Photo courtesy of Dwight Police By Neil Doyle A Pontiac man has been arrested for drug charges. Roy Howard, 32, was taken into custody by Dwight Police after an alleged drug deal earlier this month. Police said Howard was in possession of 28 ecstasy pills. Authorities then conducted a search warrant at Howard’s…… MORE
Colder Weather Means Protecting Your Pipes
By Neil Doyle Every homeowner knows that frozen pipes are a serious concern as winter sets in, but Illinois American Water says the problem can be avoided with some simple precautions. The water provider says eliminating sources of cold air near water lines is one of the simplest ways to protect your plumbing. By repairing…… MORE
Operation Care Package is Collecting Donations
By WJEZ Staff Some local organizations are collecting necessities to make sure troops on deployment are remembered and taken care of during the holidays. The Livingston County Farm Bureau, the Pontiac Area Chamber of Commerce and the Fairbury Chamber of Commerce are teaming up to collect items for Operation Care Package, which collects gifts and…… MORE
Credentials Suspended for Two Livingston County Educators
Kathryn Patten and James Stoecklin/Image courtesy of WJBC-AM1230 By WJEZ Staff Two area educators have seen their teaching credentials suspended in the wake of misconduct charges. Kathryn Patten, 34, of rural Dwight, was arrested May 31 by the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office on charges of sexually assaulting an underage male student. She is still listed…… MORE
