Macomb's Ward Words

06/01/2026

Our tire drop off event will be held 6/8/2026 from 8am until 3pm. Advanced registration is required and can be done here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tire-drop-off-for-illinois-residents-tickets-1985822775378

06/01/2026

A couple of additional batches of showers and thunderstorms are possible through Monday afternoon, with the highest chances up to 30 percent in southern portions of central Illinois. Seasonably warm temperatures will continue for the next several days, with highs mainly in the 80s and lows in the mid 50s to lower 60s.

05/31/2026

Unsettled weather will mostly pass to our southwest over the next couple days, however a few showers and storms could affect parts of west central to southeast IL. Otherwise, dry and warm conditions will dominate most of the area through mid-week.

05/29/2026

Unfortunately blurring the political, personal and professional lines here but trying to get widest possible coverage-

Midwestern Cycling is temporarily (maybe) closed.
Five bikes were stolen from the shop last night. They are-

Linear recumbent (pictured)
Raleigh Technium ATB Black/ purple aluminum with rack
Women's Schwinn white 26" wheels with basket
Men's Nishiki 700c wheels blackish/dark blue
Men's Gary Fisher hybrid 700c dark teal

If anyone tries to sell you one of these, or if you see them, they are STOLEN! A police report has been filed.

Anyone with any information, please DM this page or call 309-255-8680 or the Macomb Police Department at 309-833-4505.

05/28/2026

As someone who has spent their career in both policy and higher education, and as a current trustee for Western Illinois University, I have sadly witnessed the erosion of state support for regional universities. In fact, the western region of Illinois isn’t known as “Forgotonia” for no reason....

05/28/2026

MACOMB, Ill.–Mayor Michael J. Inman says the city has already heard back from state officials that it is “in the cue” when it comes to consideration for a STARBOND District that will help fund development for a sports complex and retail space. Mayor Inman says there has been hyper-focus on the...

05/28/2026

Near to slightly above average temperatures are anticipated through early next week, with minimal rain or thunderstorm chances.

05/28/2026

A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect for portions of southeast Illinois through 8 am today. If you encounter fog, slow down, use your low beam headlights, and leave extra distance between you and other vehicles.