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Ohio River Crossing Sites to be Decided

Monday, September 17 by Jc Tinsley

Ohio River Crossing Sites to Be Decided A new report shows how soon all three routes for the Ohio River Crossing Project could be open to traffic. The report shows Central Alternative 1 could open as soon as 2025. West Alternative 1 and 2 could open... Read More.

Gallatin County facing flooding from Ohio River

Monday, February 26 by Jc Tinsley

A flood warning continues for the Ohio River at Old Shawneetown.The river level at 9:30 am Monday morning was at 47.75 feet and is still predicted to crest at 53.8 feet on March 4th.Gallatin County EMA Director Steve Galt, has been meeting with officials from all... Read More.

Mt. Carmel woman rescued from river Monday morning

Tuesday, October 24 by Jc Tinsley

Monday morning, Wabash County first responders were called to the Wabash River Bridge following a report of a woman jumping into the river.When officers arrived at 11:38 am, they were able to see the subject floating down the river. Mt. Carmel Fire Water Rescue... Read More.

White County Sheriff’s Department investigates car found in Wabash River

Monday, October 9 by Jc Tinsley

At 7:52 am Saturday morning, White County 911 dispatch received a call about a car in the Wabash River. The White County Sheriff’s Department arrived at the scene to find the vehicle resting on a log upside down in approximately 20 feet of water... Read More.

Two Trail Advocacy Groups help on River to River Trail improvements

Thursday, October 5 by Jc Tinsley

Members from two trail advocacy groups recently joined forces to improve one of the most popular trails in southern Illinois: the River to River Trail. Sharing their passion for trails and love of the outdoors, members from Shawnee Trail Conservancy and Back Country Horsemen... Read More.

Temporary Closure of River Road and the Spillway at Rend Lake

Wednesday, September 27 by Jc Tinsley

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Rend Lake is announcing the closure of the downstream portion of the Rend Lake Spillway and River Road, located west of the main dam, during the period of September 26 thru October 13, 2017. This 2-week closure,... Read More.

Diesel spill in Wabash River reported near Mt. Carmel

Tuesday, April 19 by Jc Tinsley

An oil pipeline has leaked an estimated 48,000 gallons of diesel fuel into the Wabash River near Mt. Carmel according to the Illinois EPA.The Wabash County Sheriff’s Department received a call about a strong smell of diesel on Monday morning and confirmed a petroleum... Read More.