Q98.1 Canton

05/18/2026

UPDATE @ 5:25PM - Power for all Spoon River Electric customers has been restored:

A power outage at Spoon River Electric is impacting customers in areas surrounding Wee-Ma-Tuk, Northgate Subdivision in Canton, east of Cuba, Giant Goose Ranch, and East of Fairview.

**5:37 P.M. all power should be restored. If you are still without power please call 30-647-2700. Thank you! Fulton County ESDA

We are experiencing an outage at are Wee-Ma-Tuk Substation.

Members living in the following areas are without power: Wee-Ma-Tuk, Northgate Subdivision - Canton, east of Cuba, Giant Goose Ranch, and East of Fairview.

Thank you for your patience.

04/22/2026

https://wbyswcddnews.blogspot.com/2026/04/the-fulton-county-coroner-identifies.html

(Lewistown, IL) -- The Fulton County Coroner’s Office has released the identity of a man found deceased in a wooded area in rural Lewistow...

04/22/2026

https://wbyswcddnews.blogspot.com/2026/04/authorities-in-fulton-county-are.html

(Canton, IL) -- According to posts on Facebook, a search is underway in central Illinois for missing Canton man Ken Johnson. Family member...

04/20/2026

Congrats to Ben Hendricks and family on the Grand Opening of their new equipment rental business, Hendricks Rental. Give them a LIKE here on Facebook and keep them in mind when you need the right tool to get the job done right.

04/20/2026

Preparing for the nations big 250th birthday, Visit Unforgettable Forgottonia has compiled the history of our region. Details in this post.

As we prepare for America’s big 250th birthday, we invite you to discover all the unique history that our region has to offer. So we put together this handy itinerary from Wayward to get you started on your Unforgettable Forgottonia adventure!

https://app.wayward.travel/experience/unforgettable-forgottonia-america-250
You can also check out our new digital tourism map for even more ideas!📍Link in bio.

🎲 What’s our favorite activity, you ask? Playing a game of Macombopoly in Macomb’s historic Downtown Courthouse Square! Just download the FREE app from eAtlas to get started.

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04/20/2026

A gas leak at Canton High School forced an evacuation on Monday morning. Here's the official notice that was sent to parents.

04/20/2026

Just found something for you to do on Saturday night. Here are the details. Enjoy!

🌸✨ CHS Grand March 2026 ✨🌸

The CHS junior class would like to invite you to attend the 2026 Grand March, “A Night in Bloom,” this Saturday in the CHS auditorium!

Doors will open at 4:00 PM, with the event beginning at 4:30 PM.

🎟 Tickets will be available at the door starting at 3:45 PM for $10 each.

Come out and support our students as they showcase this special evening—it's sure to be a beautiful night you won’t want to miss! 🌷

04/20/2026

Busy week for LVC Miners athletics. Multiple events every night. Go Miners!

This week in LVC Miners athletics

04/20/2026

Camp Big Sky is still in need of volunteer for their annual fishing tournament. Information on who to call to volunteer is at the bottom of this flyer.

04/20/2026

Get your Ducks tanks. Only $20.

The students traveling to Spain this June are selling these tank tops. They are just $20 and you can contact [email protected] to order yours. They are unisex and perfect for summer! Students are super close to their goal and your support is greatly appreciated. Thank you! Go Ducks!