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The Illinois Petroleum Board reports that there were over 7.1 million barrels of crude oil produced in the year 2023 across the state. Lawrence County ranked 7th among the 45 counties that produce oil. The county produced 337,894 barrels in 2023, but that was down nearly 25,000 from 2022. Overall, oil production from the entire state was below 2022 levels. White County in southeastern Illinois remained the state oil production leader with over 1.9 million barrels produced. Crawford County was 3rd, and neighboring Wabash County 4th.
Illinois State Fair announces digital ticketing for 2026 season
Home heating warnings
Lawrence County arrests
Knox County under Red Travel Warning
Another cold weather advisory issued
Winter storm hits region hard
Knox County drug bust
Winter storm warning issued for area
Winter storm watch in effect for area
Unit #20 Board of Education recognizes Lady Braves and heroic students
LCMH receives federal grant funding
Lawrence County Board approves bridge construction project
Two arrested after traffic stop in Knox County
Indiana State Police seeks volunteer chaplains to support trooper wellness and resilience
St. Francisville water main break
VU Health Sciences and Learning Center to officially open in February
Earthquake in southern Illinois
American Red Cross urges the public to donate blood
