Leroy Kleimola

As of January 1, 2025, Illinois has implemented nearly 300 new laws, several of which will significantly impact residents in central Illinois. Here are some key changes:

HSHS Medical Group has announced that Casey Dively, APRN, is now accepting patients of all ages at their Multispecialty Care location in Taylorville, located at 1304 W. Burnett Drive.

A Winter Storm Watch has been issued for much of central Illinois, with significant snowfall, ice accumulation, and strong winds forecasted from late Saturday night through Monday morning. The National Weather Service warns of hazardous travel conditions and the potential for power outages as the storm progresses.

The retirement reception honoring lead staff chaplain Sister Rose McKeown, ASC, and the 118-year legacy of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ, has been rescheduled due to weather concerns. The event will now take place on Wednesday, Jan. 15, from 2 to 4 p.m. in Conference Room 1413 at Taylorville Memorial Hospital.

The Taylorville Lady Tornadoes hadn't been home since Thanksgiving and welcomed the Springfield Senators to Town on Friday night with a big win at home. The Lady Tornadoes jumped out to a 20-4 lead at the end of the first quarter, before Springfield came storming back. The Senators used a 20-9 third quarter and even got within 3 points in the fourth but Grace Rogers had herself a huge day at the free throw line and the Tornadoes clung to a victory 63-56.

With potential winter weather around the corner, Ameren Illinois wants to make sure listeners are ready for whatever comes their way. Spokesperson, Brian Bretsch with Ameren says that Ameren stands ready just in case things get snowy or icy with plenty of vehicles ready to go to fix lines and restore your power.

Shey Champley hit a huge three in the third quarter on his way to scoring 13 points, while Brock Brown poured in 12 and the Taylorville Tornadoes defeated the St. Teresa Bulldogs by a final score of 70-39. The Tornadoes saw a complete effort in the game with almost everybody getting involved in the scoring.

A winter storm has shut down almost all of central Illinois, and authorities are urging residents to stay home as snow blanketed the area early Sunday morning and throughout the day. Chatham reported receiving nearly 10 inches while Taylorville reported 8.5, Shelbyville 5, and Effingham 4.

The Taylorville City Council met on Monday evening at the first regular January council meeting to review ordinances, discuss committee reports, and hear from public officials. After the minutes were approved, the council discussed an ordinance amending section 10-8-3 of the Taylorville City Code concerning off-street parking requirements for taverns and bars. Taylorville Mayor Bruce Barry says the ordinance was about how much parking is required.

Pana police are working with the city on a large water leak on the 700 Block of Lincoln Street. Repair crews have been notified. Please avoid this area if at all possible and give crews the time to clean it up.