Robinson Daily News

08/27/2024

70th annual Labor Day Festival starts Friday

08/27/2024

Palestine Chamber announces parade line up

05/17/2024

County offices to pay more

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05/16/2024

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05/09/2024

Maroons win pitching duel
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04/18/2024

Robinson Schools Apr. 22 Breakfast: French Toast Sticks, Fruit and Yogurt Parfait, Cereal, Muffin Square, Fruit, Juice, Milk. Lunch: Hot Dog, Chef Salad, WowButter and Jelly Sandwich, Garden Salad, French Fries, Italian Bread, Colby Jack Cheese Stick, Fruit, Milk. Nuttall: Cheese Pizza. RHS: Pepperoni Pizza, Baked Potato Station, Salad Bar. Apr. 23 Breakfast: Donut, Fruit and Yogurt Parfait, Cereal, Muffin […]

Robinson Schools Apr. 22 Breakfast: French Toast Sticks, Fruit and Yogurt Parfait, Cereal, Muffin Square, Fruit, Juice, Milk. Lunch: Hot Dog, Chef Salad, WowButter and Jelly Sandwich, Garden Salad, French Fries, Italian Bread, Colby Jack Cheese Stick, Fruit, Milk. Nuttall: Cheese Pizza. RHS: Peppero...

04/17/2024

The Oblong Chamber of Commerce is changing the name of the Hootenanny this year to show a more of a patriotic festival, which will have guests stepping back in time to the late 1800s. The Hootenanny began in 2017 and was organized by the chamber. Prior to 2017, the last time there was a yearly festival in the summer in […]

The Oblong Chamber of Commerce is changing the name of the Hootenanny this year to show a more of a patriotic festival, which will have guests stepping back in time to the late 1800s. The Hootenanny began in 2017 and was organized by the chamber. Prior to 2017, the last time there was a yearly festi...

04/17/2024

Crawford County Catholics There are two Roman Catholic Parishes of Crawford County, St. Elizabeth in Robinson and Our Lady of Lourdes in Oblong. Both pastored by Fr. David Beagles. Contact information and Mass times can be found at www.crawfordcountycatholics.com as well as information about joining the church and opportunities for the sacraments, including Reconciliation. Flat Rock First Missionary Baptist Sunday […]

Crawford County Catholics There are two Roman Catholic Parishes of Crawford County, St. Elizabeth in Robinson and Our Lady of Lourdes in Oblong. Both pastored by Fr. David Beagles. Contact information and Mass times can be found at www.crawfordcountycatholics.com as well as information about joining...

04/17/2024

The Crawford County Courthouse is installing a new elevator, which puts it out of service while work is being completed. The work started Monday morning and will continue for four to six weeks. If you have court and will need to use the elevator, you will need to contact the Circuit Clerk’s Office at 618-544-3512. If you need to file […]

The Crawford County Courthouse is installing a new elevator, which puts it out of service while work is being completed. The work started Monday morning and will continue for four to six weeks. If you have court and will need to use the elevator, you will need to contact the Circuit Clerk’s Office...

04/17/2024

Carolyn Sue Ripley, a beloved matriarch and cherished educator, peacefully drew her last breath on April 15, 2024, at Arbor Rose of Robinson. Born in the comfort of her family home in Robinson on January 15, 1936, Carolyn’s life was a tapestry of intelligence, wisdom, and adventure, weaving through the many hearts and minds she touched along her vibrant journey. […]

Carolyn Sue Ripley, a beloved matriarch and cherished educator, peacefully drew her last breath on April 15, 2024, at Arbor Rose of Robinson. Born in the comfort of her family home in Robinson on January 15, 1936, Carolyn’s life was a tapestry of intelligence, wisdom, and adventure, weaving throug...

04/17/2024

The Oblong Police Department hired village native Caleb Newman as is newest full-time officer. Newman worked at the Crawford County Sheriff’s Department prior to coming to Oblong. “I decided to become a police officer because of my care for the safety of others,” Newman said. “Growing up it was never my goal or my dream but now that it is […]

The Oblong Police Department hired village native Caleb Newman as is newest full-time officer. Newman worked at the Crawford County Sheriff’s Department prior to coming to Oblong. “I decided to become a police officer because of my care for the safety of others,” Newman said. “Growing up it ...

04/17/2024

Despite having a week off, Lincoln Trail College’s softball team was able to continue their winning ways Sunday, as they scored a sweep of Olney Central College. The Lady Statesmen rolled to wins in both ends of their Great Rivers Athletic Conference and Region 24 doubleheader, 9-3 and 8-0, to run their winning streak to six games. In game one, […]

Despite having a week off, Lincoln Trail College’s softball team was able to continue their winning ways Sunday, as they scored a sweep of Olney Central College. The Lady Statesmen rolled to wins in both ends of their Great Rivers Athletic Conference and Region 24 doubleheader, 9-3 and 8-0, to run...

04/16/2024

Strong performances up and down the line-up led to a second-place finish for Robinson High School’s girls’ track team at the annual Sam Bennett Invitational in Robinson Friday. The Lady Maroons only won two events, but fared very well in almost all of them on their way to totaling 86 points to come in as runner-up in the 17-team field. […]

Strong performances up and down the line-up led to a second-place finish for Robinson High School’s girls’ track team at the annual Sam Bennett Invitational in Robinson Friday. The Lady Maroons only won two events, but fared very well in almost all of them on their way to totaling 86 points to c...

04/16/2024

Robinson Police Department March 20 Christopher Parker, 39, Robinson, was arrested for unlawful possession of methamphetamine and unlawful possession of controlled substance, following an investigation in the 100 block of North Franklin. Alisa Chestnut, 25, Robinson, was arrested on a Crawford County warrant, following an investigation at 300 West Main. March 21 Zachary Condrey, 34, Robinson, was arrested for unlawful […]

Robinson Police Department March 20 Christopher Parker, 39, Robinson, was arrested for unlawful possession of methamphetamine and unlawful possession of controlled substance, following an investigation in the 100 block of North Franklin. Alisa Chestnut, 25, Robinson, was arrested on a Crawford Count...

04/16/2024

Big innings were key for Robinson High School’s baseball team Thursday and it resulted in a lopsided win. The Maroons scored at least four runs in three of their five at-bats en route to a 14-1 win over Oblong-Palestine-Hutsonville in a non-conference game at Hutsonville. After a scoreless first inning, Robinson broke through for four runs in the second inning, […]

Big innings were key for Robinson High School’s baseball team Thursday and it resulted in a lopsided win. The Maroons scored at least four runs in three of their five at-bats en route to a 14-1 win over Oblong-Palestine-Hutsonville in a non-conference game at Hutsonville. After a scoreless first i...

04/16/2024

Robinson Unit 2 is taking the next step toward adding pre-kindergarten facilities at Washington Elementary School and other renovations. The Unit 2 school board has voted to issue and sell “debt certificates” worth up to $12.6 million for the purpose of “improving school sites and altering, repairing and equipping school buildings and facilities.” “This is the next step in the […]

Robinson Unit 2 is taking the next step toward adding pre-kindergarten facilities at Washington Elementary School and other renovations. The Unit 2 school board has voted to issue and sell “debt certificates” worth up to $12.6 million for the purpose of “improving school sites and altering, re...

04/16/2024

One game was close and one was not and the end result was a split for Lincoln Trail College’s softball team in a doubleheader at Frontier Friday. The Lady Statesmen won the opening game in their Great Rivers Athletic Conference and Region 24 twinbill, 18-1, then lost the second game, 6-5. In game one, LTC opened the scoring with four […]

One game was close and one was not and the end result was a split for Lincoln Trail College’s softball team in a doubleheader at Frontier Friday. The Lady Statesmen won the opening game in their Great Rivers Athletic Conference and Region 24 twinbill, 18-1, then lost the second game, 6-5. In game ...

04/16/2024

Even with all the rain that fell Monday night and Tuesday, Oblong-Palestine-Hutsonville’s baseball team was still able to play baseball Tuesday evening. However, the fact they played was about the only positive. Following a delayed start, OPH jumped out to an early lead, but could not make it stand up, as they lost to visiting Dieterich, 22-4, in a non-conference […]

Even with all the rain that fell Monday night and Tuesday, Oblong-Palestine-Hutsonville’s baseball team was still able to play baseball Tuesday evening. However, the fact they played was about the only positive. Following a delayed start, OPH jumped out to an early lead, but could not make it stan...

04/16/2024

Following more than a week off due to weather and wet conditions, Hutsonville-Palestine’s softball team returned to action Tuesday, but the results were less than favorable. The Lady Tigers played for the first time in the month of April, suffering a 12-2 loss to visiting Lawrenceville in a non-conference contest in Hutsonville. Hutsonville-Palestine trailed 3-1 after one inning, then gave […]

Following more than a week off due to weather and wet conditions, Hutsonville-Palestine’s softball team returned to action Tuesday, but the results were less than favorable. The Lady Tigers played for the first time in the month of April, suffering a 12-2 loss to visiting Lawrenceville in a non-co...

04/16/2024

A late rally ended up falling short for Robinson High School’s softball team, as they suffered a road loss in conference play. The Lady Maroons fell behind early and never could catch up in a 5-2 loss at Casey-Westfield Friday in a Little Illini Conference contest. Single runs in the first and third put RHS in a 2-0 deficit, then […]

A late rally ended up falling short for Robinson High School’s softball team, as they suffered a road loss in conference play. The Lady Maroons fell behind early and never could catch up in a 5-2 loss at Casey-Westfield Friday in a Little Illini Conference contest. Single runs in the first and thi...

04/16/2024

Scoring first was not enough for Robinson High School’s baseball team Monday, as they dropped a non-conference game on the road. The Maroons struck first, but host Red Hill scored nine unanswered runs to send RHS to a 9-1 defeat. Robinson got a run in the top of the first, but Red Hill responded with two in the bottom of […]

Scoring first was not enough for Robinson High School’s baseball team Monday, as they dropped a non-conference game on the road. The Maroons struck first, but host Red Hill scored nine unanswered runs to send RHS to a 9-1 defeat. Robinson got a run in the top of the first, but Red Hill responded w...

04/16/2024

75 years ago — 1949 Crawford County and Robinson residents were treated last night to a clear view of one of the year’s two total eclipses of the moon, despite threatening clouds. The total eclipse began shortly after 7:30 o’clock. At no time was it impossible to see a trace of the moon which glowed a reddish hue when at […]

75 years ago — 1949 Crawford County and Robinson residents were treated last night to a clear view of one of the year’s two total eclipses of the moon, despite threatening clouds. The total eclipse began shortly after 7:30 o’clock. At no time was it impossible to see a trace of the moon which ...

04/15/2024

Although they won just two events, Robinson High School’s boys’ track team fared well enough in other events to finish in the top half of the field at the Big Trojan Invitational Friday in Charleston. The Maroons totaled 60 points to place fifth out of 12 teams in the field. Mt. Zion won the meet with 132 points, while Mahomet-Seymour […]

Although they won just two events, Robinson High School’s boys’ track team fared well enough in other events to finish in the top half of the field at the Big Trojan Invitational Friday in Charleston. The Maroons totaled 60 points to place fifth out of 12 teams in the field. Mt. Zion won the mee...

04/15/2024

A long day of baseball ended with a win and a loss for Robinson High School’s junior varsity baseball team Saturday. The JV Maroons played a doubleheader at Paris and came away with a split, winning game one 17-13 and losing game two 5-4. In game one, Robinson scored a run in the first and three in the second for […]

A long day of baseball ended with a win and a loss for Robinson High School’s junior varsity baseball team Saturday. The JV Maroons played a doubleheader at Paris and came away with a split, winning game one 17-13 and losing game two 5-4. In game one, Robinson scored a run in the first and three i...

04/15/2024

Two more local residents are headed for the Illinois Department of Corrections. Crawford County State’s Attorney Cole P. Shaner announced that Aaron Shields, Robinson, was sentenced to two years and six months in the IDOC and six months of mandatory supervised release due to a charge of unlawful possession of methamphetamine, a Class 3 Felony. The Robinson Police Department assisted […]

Two more local residents are headed for the Illinois Department of Corrections. Crawford County State’s Attorney Cole P. Shaner announced that Aaron Shields, Robinson, was sentenced to two years and six months in the IDOC and six months of mandatory supervised release due to a charge of unlawful p...

04/15/2024

All of Oblong’s junior high track teams finished toward the back of the pack at the Effingham Invitational Tuesday, with some further back than others. In the eighth grade boys’ meet, Oblong finished with 34.5 points, which placed them ahead of Marshall (32) and Effingham Sacred Heart (10), but behind Effingham (177), Teutopolis (121.5) and Casey-Westfield (39). For OES, Jude […]

All of Oblong’s junior high track teams finished toward the back of the pack at the Effingham Invitational Tuesday, with some further back than others. In the eighth grade boys’ meet, Oblong finished with 34.5 points, which placed them ahead of Marshall (32) and Effingham Sacred Heart (10), but ...

04/15/2024

As we’ve discussed before, the competition for scarce state dollars is particularly fierce this year in Springfield as various groups elbow each other for money while large surpluses and revenue increases start to dry up. A poll taken by respected national Democratic pollster Normington Petts in late February of 700 registered Illinois voters purports to show which of those ideas […]

As we’ve discussed before, the competition for scarce state dollars is particularly fierce this year in Springfield as various groups elbow each other for money while large surpluses and revenue increases start to dry up. A poll taken by respected national Democratic pollster Normington Petts in l...

04/15/2024

What was supposed to be a varsity/junior varsity doubleheader turned into just a JV contest and a loss for Oblong-Palestine-Hutsonville’s JV baseball team Friday. Due to Fairfield needing to make up a conference game, OPH played Fairfield in a JV-only contest and suffered a 12-1 loss. Three runs in the first put OPH in an early hole, then they allowed […]

What was supposed to be a varsity/junior varsity doubleheader turned into just a JV contest and a loss for Oblong-Palestine-Hutsonville’s JV baseball team Friday. Due to Fairfield needing to make up a conference game, OPH played Fairfield in a JV-only contest and suffered a 12-1 loss. Three runs i...

04/15/2024

Reba Frances (Goss) Hamilton was born December 1, 1925, in Orange Township, Clark County, Ill., to Hobart and Ruth Ina (Mann) Goss. Whe graduated from Robinson High School in 1945. On October 14, 1945, she married Mr. L. Gene Hamilton, and they celebrated fifty-four years of marriage, before L. Gene passed on to Heaven, May 24, 1999. Reba and Gene […]

Reba Frances (Goss) Hamilton was born December 1, 1925, in Orange Township, Clark County, Ill., to Hobart and Ruth Ina (Mann) Goss. Whe graduated from Robinson High School in 1945. On October 14, 1945, she married Mr. L. Gene Hamilton, and they celebrated fifty-four years of marriage, before L. Gene...

04/15/2024

Offense was scarce in Tuesday’s game and unfortunately for Robinson High School’s baseball team, they mustered less than their opponent. An early rally put the Maroons in a hole they could not climb out of, as they dropped a 2-0 decision at Edwards County, snapping a four-game winning streak in the process. The only two runs of the game were […]

Offense was scarce in Tuesday’s game and unfortunately for Robinson High School’s baseball team, they mustered less than their opponent. An early rally put the Maroons in a hole they could not climb out of, as they dropped a 2-0 decision at Edwards County, snapping a four-game winning streak in ...