Crawford County Deputy Terminated Following Social Media Video

Crawford County Deputy Terminated Following Social Media Video

Crawford County Sheriff, Bill Rutan, officially announced the termination of Deputy Ian Kasemeyer. According to information obtained by Illiana News, Kasemeyer was put on administrative leave on Sunday following a video on social media that was posted involving him made its rounds. Kasemeyer was a member of the Crawford County Sheriff’s Department for about 2 years. Sheriff Rutan in a statement said, “The Crawford County Sheriff’s Office is committed to […]

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Eastern Illinois Foodbank Stopping in Jasper and Crawford Counties Tuesday

Food insecurity has been an issue plaguing many people around not just the US, but the world. According to Feeding America, 1 in 5 children are food insecure and don't know where their next meal may be coming from. The Eastern Illinois Foodbank will be making stops in Jasper and Crawford Counties on Tuesday. The bank will be in Willow Hill from 9:30 am until 10:30 am at 105 Cumberland […]

October 7, 2025 1

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Pair of Crawford County Individuals Arrested Following Burglary Investigation

A pair of Crawford County individuals were arrested Saturday following a burglary investigation. According to the Crawford County Jail Roster, 42-year-old John L. McCoy and.62-yer-old Lisa McCoy both face charges of burglary, theft of over $500, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of meth, and possession of a weapon by a felon. They are both being held in the Crawford County Jail.

October 6, 2025 9

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Crawford County Sheriff’s Deputy On Administrative Leave

A Crawford County Sheriff’s Deputy is on paid administrative leave as the Sheriff’s Office investigates into an incident. According to Crawford County Sheriff, Bill Rutan, Deputy Ian Kasemyer, almost a two-year veteran of the department, has been placed on administrative leave, pending a full investigation into the deputy’s on-duty action. The investigation was initiated following a video that was shared on social media on Sunday. Rutan didn’t make an additional […]

October 5, 2025 14

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Multiple Departments Seeking Police Officers in SE Illinois

Police Departments in Southeastern Illinois are trying to beef up their ranks and add additional officers. Earlier on Wednesday, the Olney Police Department posted they were looking for Lateral Transfer Police Officers to join their ranks. According to their hiring information, officers must have worked a minimum of 2 years with another department and within a year, must live in either Richland, Clay, Jasper, Crawford, Lawrence, Wabash, Edwards, or Wayne […]

September 24, 2025 9

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Fall Follies Coming Up Next Month in Oblong

OBLONG - The last weekend in October is always a busy time in Oblong was Fall Follies takes place in the village. There will be several events that take place that weekend, highlighted by the night time, Halloween parade. Some of the events this year include the Pass for Prevention will hold their Howl-a-ween Dog Show starting at 12-noon on the 25th. There will also be a craft vendor fair […]

September 24, 2025 24

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Village of Palestine to Sell Pair of Main Street Locations

PALESTINE - The Village of Palestine held a special meeting on Tuesday to discuss and sell the property, located at 206 and 208 South Main Street. The property is right next door to McNair's Floor and Hardware Store. The board discussed and approved the idea of selling the property. The board adjourned after the vote.

September 23, 2025 4

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Fall Cleanup Tomorrow for Oblong

OBLONG - Oblong Village Mayor, Teresa Fielder, reminds Oblong residents that the village and the trash service provider, Republic Services, have announced their fall cleanup for tomorrow. Officials day that Furniture & toys are accepted. Mattresses will be accepted, but must be wrapped in plastic and taped or in a mattress cover. Carpet will also accepted but must be cut into 4 inch sections and tied or taped. Republic Services […]

September 23, 2025 4

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LaMotte Township Fire Protection District Celebrates New Home

PALESTINE - The LaMotte Township Fire Protection District covers a giant portion of Eastern Crawford County, including the Palestine area. On Sunday, the department held an open house for their new firehouse. Several community members and fire departments from the area celebrated the new firehouse. There were bounce houses, hot dogs, and much more. The new firehouse for LaMotte Township is located at 705 West Porter Street in Palestine.

September 22, 2025 5