B97.5 Superstation News and Info Report for 1/21/26

The Louisiana, Missouri City Council voted Tuesday night to impeach Ward One Councilwoman Heather Wernowsky by a five-to-one margin. The action followed articles of impeachment filed last month after Wernowsky publicly questioned the chief of police regarding an October incident in which law enforcement allowed someone to enter a home they did not own. City officials cited prior media coverage and community discussion on social media, stating that her questioning interfered with police department operations and contributed to distrust in the community. The city attorney said the council used an indirect impeachment process outlined in city code, arguing Wernowsky’s actions negatively impacted public perception of city leadership. Wernowsky’s attorney challenged the city’s reasoning during the proceedings, while Wernowsky said she expected the outcome, claiming the mayor has the council stacked in his favor.

Residents in Pleasant Hill continue to oppose a proposed rezoning of flood plain property south of town following a packed public meeting where every speaker spoke against the change. Community members shared facts, personal stories, and memories of how the town came together after a 1976 fire destroyed the local grocery store. Despite the unified opposition, the zoning committee voted to recommend the rezoning. The final decision now rests with the Pike County Board, which is scheduled to vote Monday night at the Pike County Courthouse.

A small earthquake gave parts of west-central Illinois an unexpected wake-up early Tuesday morning. The U.S. Geological Survey reports a magnitude 3.8 quake struck around 1:27 a.m. near the Montgomery–Christian County line, southeast of Jacksonville. Residents across the region reported light shaking lasting several seconds, with beds and household items moving slightly. No damage was reported, and the quake was felt as far away as Peoria and the St. Louis area.

In Pike County, the Roodhouse Police Department is raising funds to continue its K-9 program as its current police dog, Turbo, prepares for retirement. Patrolman Leyton Moffitt says police dogs play a key role in drug detection, locating missing persons, and strengthening community outreach, but the costs of training, care, equipment, and vehicle modifications can be challenging for a small department. About twenty-five hundred dollars has already been raised toward the estimated eight-to-ten-thousand-dollar cost of a replacement K-9, with additional funding sources being pursued.

In Adams County, a former Quincy University assistant men’s wrestling coach is facing multiple felony and misdemeanor charges, including hate crime counts. The university says the individual is no longer employed and has no current role on campus, adding that it is cooperating fully with authorities and providing support services to students as needed. The case remains in the court system, with additional hearings scheduled later this month.

Looking ahead to the weekend, Clarksville, Missouri will host Clarksville Eagle Days on Saturday and Sunday, January 24 and 25, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Activities will be centered at The Apple Shed on Highway 79, Riverfront Park, and the downtown area, featuring live eagle programs, food vendors, exhibits, and bird-watching opportunities along the Mississippi River. Organizers expect visitors from across Missouri and Illinois and encourage attendees to dress warmly for winter viewing conditions.

Sports Headlines

In girls varsity basketball action from around the Twin Pikes and Two Rivers region, Triopia rolled past South Fulton 51-18 with Lucie Dion leading the way with 15 points. West Central edged Illini West 38-34 as Ali Little scored 20. Carrollton defeated North Greene 61-27, while Brown County picked up a 71-43 win over Sherrard behind 22 points from Hope Ingram. Beardstown topped Pittsfield 48-33 with Camila Salazar scoring 17, and PORTA A-C Central cruised past Warrensburg-Latham 69-38 as Aubrey Vogel finished with 21 points. Calhoun County also picked up a tight 38-34 win over Alton Marquette.

On the boys side, West Central pulled away late to beat Pittsfield 59-44 in a competitive matchup.

Tonight’s varsity schedule includes Bowling Green on the road at Western, Pittsfield traveling to Wesclin, and Griggsville-Perry Pleasant Hill in action on the road as well, with tip-offs set for early this evening across the Twin Pikes area.

Chapel Report

Dorothy “Eldonna” Heberlein, age 87, of Barry, Illinois, passed away Saturday, January 17, at Barry Healthcare & Senior Living. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 10:00 a.m. at Niebur Funeral Chapel in Barry, with burial to follow at Xander Cemetery in Liberty, Illinois. Visitation will be held Wednesday from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the funeral chapel. Memorials are suggested to the Barry Fire Department, Blessing Hospice, or the Blessing-Reiman College of Nursing General Endowment.