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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.
Two new conditions now eligible for treatment with medical cannabis
Gov. Mike Braun orders flags lowered to half-staff in honor of Dolly Parton
Sumner election petitions available
New housing subdivision moving forward in Vincennes
Parkside Elementary will open next week
Restaurant at Red Hill State Park under new ownership
Bridgeport Water boil order lifted
Lawrence County Chamber recognizes Salyers; have begun executive director search
Lawrence County Board hears about data centers and the county jail
Parkside Elementary opening delayed again
Knox County's Clayton Newton earns honors at the Indiana State Fair
Indiana launches emergency program for veterans impacted by historical flooding
Illinois State Police deploy new Bicycle Response Team
Flood warning continues for Wabash River at Vincennes; eastern Lawrence County (ILL.) flooding possible
IDOT teaming with GWRPC to get public travel input
Indiana Gov. Braun secures federal assistance, provides update on statewide storm response
