The Fairfield Grade School Board of Education met Monday night to discuss a range of financial, operational, and staffing matters. Superintendent Kristina Gardner delivered her report, noting that the district has received 89% of its revenue and has expended 83% of its budget for fiscal year 2026. The current food serv...

The Wayne County Sheriff's Department arrested 22-year-old Andrew A. Parker of Fairfield Monday night on a Wayne County warrant for domestic battery. Parker was transported and lodged in the Wayne County Jail pending a court appearance.

Illinois State Police Zone 8 Commander Holly Finney has announced the results of a recent Alcohol Countermeasure Enforcement (ACE) detail conducted at various establishments in Wayne County last week. The enforcement effort was aimed at identifying businesses that may be selling alcoholic beverages to minors, with the ...

The City of Albion Water Department reminds residents that it will be flushing water lines throughout the community through Thursday. Officials say this routine maintenance is necessary to ensure the continued quality and safety of the city's water supply. During the flushing period, residents may notice discolored wat...

The Fairfield Chamber of Commerce is inviting golf enthusiasts to participate in a 4-Man Golf Scramble at the Fairfield Public Golf Course on Friday, May 22nd. Teams can choose between two available tee times at 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM. Participants in the early round will enjoy a convenient grab-and-go breakfast, while al...

Members of the Wayne City Village Board voted last week to allow chickens within village limits, updating an ordinance that previously banned chickens, turkeys, and geese. Roosters will still effectively remain prohibited under existing nuisance rules involving animals that disturb the peace. The issue first arose in M...

The Wayne City Ruritan Club is celebrating the essential workers who keep the community strong and safe by hosting a free appreciation breakfast this month. In recognition of National Firefighters Day, National EMS Week, Nurses Appreciation Week, and Healthcare Workers Appreciation Week, the club invites all local hero...

First Christian Church in Fairfield is excited to announce its upcoming Vacation Bible School, set for May 17th -22nd from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the church's Multi-Purpose Room. The event promises a fun and faith-filled start to summer, offering activities for children from Pre-School age through incoming 5th grade...

Funeral arrangements have been announced for legendary Lawrenceville basketball coach Ron Felling, who passed away Tuesday, May 5th, in Bloomington, Indiana. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 13th, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. EST at The Funeral Chapel, located at 3000 E. 3rd Street, Bloomington, Indiana. Funera...

The Illinois Eastern Community Colleges (IECC) Business & Industry division is offering District-Wide CPR Classes to equip participants with lifesaving skills and the confidence to respond during emergencies. The classes run from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and are open to both IECC employees and the general public. Participa...

LOCAL SPORTS: ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: Mules Boys Baseball at NCOE 4:30 pm Lady Mules Softball at NCOE 4:30 pm HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASEBALL: Cisne vs. Odin SENIOR DAY Wayne City vs. Galatia SENIOR DAY HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS SOFTBALL: Cisne vs. Odin SENIOR DAY Wayne City vs. Galatia SENIOR DAY AREA SPORTS RESULTS...

LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL RESULTS FROM SATURDAY: BROUGHT TO YOU BY LEMOND'S MOTORSPORTS: PITCHING MACHINE: Taco Tierra 18, LeMond's Chevrolet 17 Erin Braddock Photography 20, Ambient Heating & Cooling 11 14 U: Fairfield Masonic Lodge 5, NAPA 4 Potts Family Pharmacy 12, Rush Appliance 2 LOCAL SPORTS: ON THE SCHEDULE TO...

LOCAL AND YOUTH SPORTS FOR SATURDAY, MAY 9TH LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL SCHEDULE FOR SATURDAY: (Makeup games from Wednesday) PITCHING MACHINE: Taco Tierra vs. LeMond's Chevrolet Erin Braddock Photography vs. Ambient Heating & Cooling 14 U: Fairfield Masonic Lodge vs. NAPA Rush Appliance vs. Potts Family Pharmacy LITTLE...

LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL SCHEDULE FOR FRIDAY: (Makeup games from Tuesday) T-BALL: Joe's Body Shop vs. Vaughan's Tire Doug Aman-State Farm vs. CSI Insurance 11 U: DiMaggio's vs. Hayes Plumbing Lions Club vs. Fairfield Banking Company LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL RESULTS FROM THURSDAY: BROUGHT TO YOU BY LEMOND'S MOTORSPORTS: 11 ...

LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL SCHEDULE FOR THURSDAY: (Weather Permitting) T-BALL: Joe's Body Shop vs. LeMond's Chrysler Peoples National Bank vs. Carter Turf & Tractor 11 U: Mt. Vernon Dream Homes vs. Top Dog Diesel Repair DiMaggio's vs. La Fuente LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL RESULTS FROM WEDNESDAY: BROUGHT TO YOU BY LEMOND'S M...

LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL SCHEDULE FOR WEDNESDAY: (Weather Permitting) PITCHING MACHINE: Taco Tierra vs. LeMond's Chevrolet Erin Braddock Photography vs. Ambient Heating & Cooling 14 U: Fairfield Masonic Lodge vs. NAPA Rush Appliance vs. Potts Family Pharmacy LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL RESULTS FROM TUESDAY: BROUGHT TO YOU...

LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL SCHEDULE FOR TUESDAY: T-BALL: Joe's Body Shop vs. Vaughan's Tire Doug Aman-State Farm vs. CSI Insurance 11 U: DiMaggio's vs. Hayes Plumbing Lions Club vs. Fairfield Banking Company LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL RESULTS FROM MONDAY: BROUGHT TO YOU BY LEMOND'S MOTORSPORTS: PITCHING MACHINE: Erin Braddock ...

IT'S TIME NOW FOR A LOOK AT LOCAL AND YOUTH SPORTS. IN LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL ACTION BROUGHT TO YOU BY LEMOND'S MOTORSPORTS, ON THE SCHEDULE TONIGHT IN PITCHING MACHINE: Erin Braddock Photography vs. LeMond's Chevrolet Friend Oil vs. Ambient Heating & Cooling 14 U: NAPA vs. Rush Appliance Edward Jones-Andrew Diesel...