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A high school in Pittsburg, Kansas hired a new principal last month named Amy Robertson. And the student newspaper was planning to do a fluff piece about her.   But when they looked into the univ...

"Caramel" is a controversial word in America, which is strange, because it's one of only like three things that everyone in this country can unite behind. But the controversy lies in its pronunciation...

Burger King just announced they're rolling out a new FROOT LOOPS milkshake later this month. It's made with vanilla ice cream, crushed up Froot Loops, and a, quote, "sweet sauce," because clearly "swe...

Effingham County 4-H will have a goat clinic, open to all kids, April 22nd from 9:00-4:00 at the fairgrounds in Altamont. They'll cover showmanship, clipping, hoof trimming and nutrition and care. The...

The annual Easter egg hunt at the Grove Township Community Center will be this Saturday (4/8) in Montrose. The hunt is open to kids 8 and under. 5,000 eggs will be hidden, and all hunters will go into...

Charleston firefighters rescued one person from an apartment fire yesterday. According to Fire Chief Steve Bennett, crews responded to the fire on 8th Street to find smoke coming from the second floor...

Illinois Schools Sue Over Education Dollars (Springfield, IL) -- More than a dozen Illinois schools are suing the state, they say to force Illinois lawmakers to pay what they've promised. The lawsuit,...

Shelby County electronic recycling day will be April 15th from 8-11am. A 10-dollar donation is asked for all TVs, computer monitors and larger items. Proceeds will go to the Shelby County Rescue Squad...

They're creepy, kooky, mysterious and spooky and they're coming to Mattoon High School. The drama club will present The Addams Family Musical Comedy, April 6th and 7th at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $6.00 e...

Healthy Kids Day returns to the Mattoon Area Family YMCA April 29th from 9am 'til noon. The day will include fitness classes, dodge ball, inflatables and more. It's free and open to all - no membershi...