By Mark Myre/WJEZ Sports It really is more than a game. Over the weekend, Pontiac lost 2 games to the Limestone Rockets–but to these girls, it was more than just a ball game. Molly Hardesty, the Limestone Softball Coach passed away last week, after she was diagnosed with cancer one year ago. Saturday, the Pontiac…… MORE
McKibben Scholarship Applications Available
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ News Applications are being accepted for the George McKibben Memorial Scholarship for college juniors or seniors enrolled in an agriculture-related program at any state college in Illinois. McKibben was a 37-year agronomist for the University of Illinois, who passed away in 1988. His contributions to agriculture are still seen today, with his…… MORE
New Museums Have Successful Weekend
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ News The Red Carpet Corridor ushered in some new exhibits in Pontiac, open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. seven days a week all summer long. Rebecca Black, tourism specialist for the City of Pontiac, said the Bob Waldmire Experience and Music of the Civil War opened, along with the move of…… MORE
Students Honored at Music Banquet
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ News Several students were recognized at the 49th annual Music Awards Banquet held Tuesday at Pontiac Township High School. Outstanding musicians and seniors were honored for contributions to the music department and summer camp scholarships were presented on behalf of the music boosters. Junior, Logan Mies, was also awarded a scholarship for…… MORE
Don’t Miss Jamaal Wilkes Tomorrow Morning on WJEZ
By Mark Myre/WJEZ Sports At 6:45 tomorrow morning I will be interviewing famed basketball player, Jamaal Wilkes, right here on 98.9 WJEZ. When I was a kid I loved watching Jamaal; he just had that shot that no one could duplicate. Wilkes played for the two biggest dynasties in sports history: the UCLA Bruins and…… MORE
Selfies Take Over Route 66
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ News Photo enthusiasts traveling Illinois Route 66 this year have a chance to win a basket of Mother Road goodies, and all they have to do is take a creative selfie. Each month, the Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway will choose three selfies with the hashtag #MyIl66 posted to Instagram, Twitter or…… MORE
Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week Kicks Off Today
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ News Children’s Mental Health Awareness week kicks off today and local schools are doing their part to participate in removing the stigma of the term “mental health.” Dr. Kristal Shelvin, Livingston County Children’s Network manager, said the goal of raising awareness is to teach the importance of mental health and not to…… MORE
District 429 Negotiates Bussing Agreement
By Todd Wineburner/WJEZ Morning Show In a special meeting last night, the Pontiac District 429 school board approved a three-year agreement with Illinois Central Bus Company. Earlier this year, negotiations broke down between Illinois Central and a five-school group that included both Dwight districts, both Pontiac districts and Saunemin District 438. The Dwight schools pulled…… MORE
Pontiac Man Faces Possible Criminal Charges
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ News A Pontiac man is facing possible criminal charges after a Tuesday morning arrest. According to Pontiac Police Major Dan Davis, Anthony L. Smith was arrested on aggravated battery and home invasion charges after he allegedly entered a residence in the 400 block of East Water Street. While inside, Smith is said…… MORE
Cubs vs. Cardinals: Mark Myre Weighs In
By Mark Myre/WJEZ Sports The St. Louis Cardinals are still the best team in baseball. They lose their star pitcher, and all they do is go on an 8-game winning streak. The last couple of nights the Cubs were leading but before you knew it, the Cards came back to win. Fundamental baseball, they do…… MORE
