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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.
Bill signed to prohibit cell phones, wireless devices in schools
Governor ceremonially signs new law sponsored by Teshka reducing cell phone use in schools
Democrat Emanuel Reese to challenge Republican Stan Klotz for Marshall County Commissioner seat
110th running of the Indianapolis 500 a sellout, local TV delay lifted
Gov. Braun celebrates major win as Fortune 500 Corteva picks Indiana for Crop Protection HQ
US Senators Young, Cortez Masto introduce bipartisan legislation to help kids get to school safely
Plymouth Board of Public Works affirms emergency vacate order for Clark Street home; other problem properties raised
