Marion County, IL 911

Many will be heading out into the wild in their old front or four wheel drive sleigh to pick out the perfect family Christmas Tree🎄. Here are some tips to keep in mind if you plan to have a live tree in your home this holiday season.

Tomorrow is the day, don’t forget to come grab some chili. All you can eat, donation only.

We returned the favor and assisted Centralia with their annual Halloween Parade this evening.

It was a nice parade even tho the weather didn't quite cooperate.

Don't get spooked by fire safety this 🎃 keep these tips in mind to enjoy the holiday free from an accidental fire. Keep all exits clear of obstructions and ensure your smoke alarms are working.

Come get some candy before the rain hits! We’ve got plenty! Happy Halloween!

Thank you Casey’s for the pizza !!!

Curious little hands or an accidental bump around the stove of a handle can cause hot liquids or food you are cooking to spill on you. Turn pot/pan handles toward the back of the stove.

Halloween quickly approaching and before running out to buy that perfect costume for your little ghosts and goblins, keep these tips in mind to help keep them safe. Also, keep these other tips about decorations and trick-or-treat safety in mind so you can enjoy a spooky fun filled holiday.

Looking for motivated multitaskers with excellent listening skills who are interested in an exciting career! Some of the perks are rotating shifts with every other weekend off, insurance, retirement and paid days off. Come grab your application before you miss your opportunity...

FULL-TIME POLICE/FIRE/EMS 911 DISPATCHER

The Police/Fire/EMS 911 position is a full-time position with accrued vacation, sick leave, personal time and benefits available. Starting salary $37,334, and after one-year increases to $44,514. There is a 26-mile residency requirement. Work schedule is 12 hour shifts with every other weekend off.

Job Duties include: Answering incoming emergency calls for service and obtaining required information for a safe, efficient emergency response. Dispatches law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical service personnel in adherence with established policies and procedures. Enters all information regarding the incident into the Computer Aided Dispatch System.

The successful applicant shall possess proficient computer skills, the ability to communicate well, work under stressful situations, and the ability to multi-task several duties at once. A detailed job description is available at www.cityofcentralia.org.

Applications may be picked up at the Police Department Dispatch window. All applications must be submitted to the Centralia Police Department before Wednesday, November 1, 2023.

IMPORTANT: On Wednesday, Oct. 4th at 2:20 p.m. ET, there will be a nationwide emergency alert test on cell phones, wireless devices, radios, and TVs.

This is a standard test that occurs at least once every three years. No action is needed.

Info & FAQs: fema.gov/emergency-managers/practitioners/integrated-public-alert-warning-system/national-test-2023