AgroRenew Suspends Plans for Knox County Manufacturing Facility

AgroRenew Suspends Plans for Knox County Manufacturing Facility

AgroRenew announced Friday that it has suspended its plans to construct a manufacturing plant in Knox County. The company cited unforeseen circumstances, continued delays in the delivery of process equipment, and growing financial constraints related to international shipments as factors affecting the project’s construction timeline and current feasibility. Despite the suspension, AgroRenew emphasized that it remains committed to the long-term goals of the project. In coordination with the Knox County […]

October 10, 2025 10

Illinois News

Lawrence County Court Hands Down A Few Prison Sentences From Court Hearing

The Lawrence County States Attorney’s Office has announced a few sentences have come the court this week. Amber Rogers, 39, of Bridgeport, was convicted of Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine, a Class 3 felony under Illinois law. Rogers was initially placed on probation; however, she subsequently violated the terms of her probation. As a result, she has been sentenced to three years in the Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC), to be […]

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Illinois News

New St. Francisville Bridge Open

The newly constructed St. Francisville bridge has officially opened to vehicular traffic, signaling the completion of a significant infrastructure project for the community. Removal of the old bridge structure is expected to begin in the coming days. The update was presented to members of the St. Francisville City Council during their regular meeting Wednesday evening. Samron Midwest Contracting of Murphysboro, Illinois, which recently completed construction of the new bridge, will […]

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Greene County

Switz City Water Customers To Go Under Boil Order

Officials with Switz City Water have announced that there will be a boil order in place once water returns. The reason the water is off is due to repairs at White River Valley High School Officials recommended boiling water for 5 minutes prior to human consumption.

October 10, 2025 3

Indiana News

CSX To Close Rail Crossings in Vincennes Next Week

The City of Vincennes has been notified that beginning next week CSX will begin a series of crossing closures for what is believed to be a rail replacement project. According to officials, CSX will be closing the rail crossings around October 14th at 10th Street, 11th and Scott, and Hart Street. The work is expected to last approximately 4 days. Following the original work, CSX will close individual crossings at […]

October 10, 2025 13

Indiana News

Shoals School Board Holds October Session

The Shoals Community School Board held their October session last night. At the beginning of the meeting, the elementary’s robotics team made a presentation before the board to showcase what they are working on. That was followed by a powerpoint that middle school students put together about bullying and the harmful effects it has on students. The board held a final public hearing in regards to the upcoming budget. During […]

October 10, 2025 4

Illinois News

Fairfield Man Enters Guilty Plea on Domestic Battery Charge

A Fairfield man pled guilty in Wayne County Court on Thursday to domestic battery. 51-year-old Chad Joslin made that plea and will serve 2 years of probation on the domestic battery and has been credited with 6 days served in jail.

October 9, 2025 3

Edwards County

Mount Carmel Man Sentenced to 3 Years in IDOC

A Mount Carmel, Illinois man was sentenced to time in the Illinois Department of Corrections following a hearing in Wayne County Court on Thursday. 59-year-old Wayne L. Davis will spend 3 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections followed by a year of mandatory supervised release. The sentence is to be served concurrent with a sentence out of Edwards County. Davis was credited with 100 days of time served. The […]

October 9, 2025 3

Illinois News

Zeigler Man Pleads to Meth Possession

A Ziegler, Illinois man pled guilty in Wayne County Court on Thursday to a single count of possession of meth. 35-year-old Michael P. Wetzel Jr. was sentenced in a plea deal to first offender probation and was credited with 5 days of time served, Wetzel will also serve 30 hours of public service work.

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