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Lake Land Seeks State Funding for Major Renovations to Four Campus Buildings
Article Summary: The Lake Land College Board of Trustees has approved a funding request to the state for extensive renovations…
Lake Land College Board Reviews Balanced $60.8 Million Operating Budget for FY 2026
Article Summary: The Lake Land College Board of Trustees reviewed a proposed balanced operating budget of $60,790,628 for fiscal year…
Meeting Summary and Briefs: Clark County Board for July 18, 2025
The Clark County Board faced extensive public criticism regarding its recent approval of two large-scale solar projects during its meeting…
Meeting Summary and Briefs: Casey City Council for August 18, 2025
The Casey City Council addressed major economic development, housing, and infrastructure topics at its August 18 meeting, highlighted by the…
Lake Land College Adopts New Strategic Plan: ‘Education that Fits Your Life’
Article Summary: The Lake Land College Board of Trustees has officially adopted a new strategic direction centered on the motto,…
Clark County Board Delays Decision on Using Cannabis Funds for School Counselors
Article Summary: A proposal to direct county cannabis tax revenue to fund counseling services in Clark County schools has been…
Casey Police Department to Add New Officer
Article Summary: The Casey Police Department will soon have a new officer on its roster after the City Council unanimously…
“Candy Canes on Main” Gets Green Light for Parade, Donation
Editor’s Note: Casey Local incorrectly reported that council members approved a Beer Garden. However, the Beer Garden was only discussed…
Casey Joins Land Bank, Secures EPA Grant for Sewer Planning
Article Summary: The City of Casey has taken two major steps to address housing and infrastructure challenges, officially joining the…
Rose G. (Crandall) Penrod
Rose G. (Crandall) Penrod, 105, of Casey, Illinois, passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at 7:53 p.m. at Heartland…
Casey Targets Two Dilapidated Properties for Remediation
Article Summary: The Casey City Council has authorized legal action against two properties deemed “dangerous and unsafe,” signaling a continued…
