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Martinsville City Council discusses hydrant, water system improvements, parks employee at October 14, 2026 regular meeting
Martinsville City Council held its regular meeting at 7pm on Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Martinsville City Hall. All members of the council were present for roll call. Flushing Hydrant Replacements Council discussed the possible replacement of inoperable flushing hydrants, including an offer from the Martinsville Fire Protection District Board to help pay for the…
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Clark and Jasper County Farm Bureau Manager Lindsey Vogt Earns IFBCM Certification
Martinsville, Ill. – Clark and Jasper County Farm Bureau Manager Lindsey Vogt recently completed all requirements to earn designation as an Illinois Farm Bureau Certified Manager (IFBCM). The IFBCM program, which recognizes county managers for professional achievement and staff leadership, was started in 1993 by the Illinois Farm Bureau. To receive the IFBCM designation, county…
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Martinsville City Council Meeting Report: September 23, 2026
Martinsville City Council met in regular session on Wednesday, September 23, 2026. All members of the council were present for roll call. Annual Audit Results Kelsey Swing, CPA, presented the city’s audit for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2026. The auditor’s opinion found that the financial statements fairly presented the city’s finances under the…
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Martinsville City Council Report: September 9, 2026
Martinsville City Council held its regular meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026. Alderman Chris Davidson was absent during roll call but arrived shortly after the meeting began. All other members of the council were present. No members of the public spoke during public comment. Council Approvals The council approved rebuilding the North York Street lift…
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Clark County Board Hears Data Center Concerns at July Meeting
The Clark County Board met in regular session on Friday, July 17, 2026. Brandon Burkybile arrived during public comment. Susan Guinnip was absent. Public Comment One gentleman spoke to the board about the cost of his tax bill. “My taxes last year was $5,624. This year they’re $12,180. My wife and I both have to…
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Martinsville City Council Meeting held July 8
Martinsville City Council held its regular meeting Wednesday, July 8, 2026. All council members were present. Public Comment During public comment, Mark Steenbergh spoke to the council about the unpaved section of Monroe Street. Steenbergh said the road had recently been graded, smoothing its surface and filling the potholes with dirt. However, he said the…
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Public Appeal for Information on Unidentified Woman Found in 2013
Moxxy Forensic Investigations is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a woman whose identity has remained unknown since her remains were discovered in Clark County in 2013. The woman is believed to have been between 20 and 40 years old at the time of her death. She was approximately 5 feet 3 inches tall, weighed…
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Martinsville City Council Report
Martinsville City Council held its regular meeting on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. Alderman Harley Craig attended remotely via Zoom. Chris Davidson was absent. Public Comment During public comment, Dan Kibler presented a brief update on usage of the city’s website. Kibler reported that the site has attracted approximately 7,500 visitors with a total of 19,800…
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Meet Clark County Post Contributor Stephanie Rasner-Knott
I have worn many hats, but contributor to a publication is pretty special! I’ve always enjoyed a good story, but I didn’t really gain an appreciation for the importance of it until my 10 years living in Cajun Country! Louisiana thrives on written and oral story telling to preserve history, culture and to pass a…
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Martinsville City Council Report
Martinsville City Council held its regular meeting on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. Alderman Chris Davidson was absent. Equalized Utility Billing Ordinance Updated The council approved an ordinance updating the city’s equalized billing program. Under the change, equalized billing amounts will be reviewed and recalculated quarterly in January, April, July and October instead of once every…
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