WAKO News

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a special statement warning of the heightened danger for fire across the WAKO listening area. The combination of warm temperatures, gusty south winds,

Vincennes police are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding an apparent shooting incident Friday afternoon. Reports indicate that at around 1:15 p.m. ET, officers were dispatched

A mayor from south-central Illinois has thrown his hat into the ring for the 102nd district state representative race. James Acklin this week announced his campaign as a write-in candidate for the

The Lawrence Unit 20 Board of Education met Thursday evening at the Lawrenceville High School Library. A large crowd was on hand for the public comment portion of the meeting which centered on an

The planned opening of a adult use cannabis dispensary in Lawrenceville is drawing closer. That according to Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Zack Addey of Lighthouse Dispensary based out of Chicago.

The Lawrence County Board met in regular monthly session Wednesday afternoon at the courthouse in Lawrenceville. They moved to approve a bid from Tracy Electric in Lawrenceville for a heating and

The Lawrence County Soil and Water Conservation District (LCSWCD) hosted it’s annual dinner meeting Tuesday night in Lawrenceville. Highlights of the evening were the district’s annual

The Lawrence Public Library Board met in regular session Tuesday night at the library in Lawrenceville. They approved a updated and revised internet/computer use policy for patrons of the facility.

The Lawrence County Sheriffs Department Tuesday arrested 47 year old Jeffrey Metz of Lawrenceville on charges of Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance and Unlawful Possession of

The city of St Francisville has informed WAKO News that motorists traveling over the St Francisville Bridge could experience some delays due to the ongoing bridge construction project. Project