The latest U.S. Drought Monitor shows that all of Lawrence County is now in moderate drought.
Nearly half of Illinois is on the drought monitor with areas ranging from abnormally dry up to severe drought. That has led to the increased risk of fire with some counties in southeastern Illinois and southwestern Indiana implementing outdoor burn bans. The Lawrence County burn ban issued earlier this month remains in effect.
The National Weather Service says that with a lack of moisture in the atmosphere, the chances for substantial rainfall for the area remain scant.
Final First Friday of the season is slated for Oct. 2
WIC title on the line when South Putnam hosts Northview Friday night
BMV urges Hoosiers to complete voter registration by October 5 deadline
Indiana State Police staging physical fitness tests at Cloverdale HS Thursday - Friday
Gov. Braun extends gas tax suspension, releases dyed diesel for farms
St. Paul's Catholic Church is gearing up for Oktoberfest
Manhattan Short Film Festival runs thru Saturday
Poland man arrested in State Road 42 road rage incident
