The Village of Wayne City has announced that its annual clean-up day will take place on Monday, May 4th. Republic Services, the company handling the collection, has released specific guidelines for what household items will be accepted curbside and which items will not. According to Republic Services, only household i...

ILLINOIS SHERIFFS' ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES 2026-2027 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS The Illinois Sheriffs' Association has announced the recipients of its 2026-2027 scholarship program, awarding financial assistance to 117 students across the state. Established in 1979, the scholarship program is now in its 47th year and recogni...

The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) is launching a statewide planning initiative aimed at shaping future housing policy and investment decisions across Illinois. The effort, known as the Illinois Housing Blueprint, is designed to help municipalities, state agencies, nonprofit organizations and local leade...

A Wayne County man charged earlier this year with possession of methamphetamine has entered a not guilty plea in circuit court. Lonnie Griffith was arrested in February 2026 and charged with possession of methamphetamine, a Class 3 felony. On Thursday in Wayne County Circuit Court, Griffith, through his attorney, waive...

A Fairfield business is set to open in a new location with a ribbon-cutting ceremony next week. Milk & Honey Day Spa will host its grand opening on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at its new location at 215 SE 3rd Street, in the former PNB building. The event is scheduled to begin at 12:00 p.m. and will include a ribbon cu...

The Wayne County Arts Alliance is set to host its third major event, "Young Talents: A Showcase of Student Art," tomorrow (Saturday) at Bob Boyles Hall on the Frontier Community College campus. The exhibit will highlight the creative achievements of high school- and college-aged artists from the area. Doors o...

The Carmi Rifle Club will be holding its annual NRA Women's Instructional Shooting Clinic Saturday offering women an opportunity to learn about firearm safety and shooting in a supportive and educational environment. The event will kick off with registration at 8:30 a.m., followed by a firearm safety orientation. Morn...

WAYNE COUNTY FAIR SEEKING BUSINESSES FOR 2026 FAIRBOOK ADS Organizers of the Wayne County Fair are currently preparing the 2026 fairbook and are inviting local businesses to participate by purchasing advertising space. Fair officials say any business not currently included in the fairbook is encouraged to reach out to ...

The Edwards County Historical Preservation Society is firing up support for local history with a Smoked Pork Loin Fundraiser, inviting community members to enjoy a savory meal while helping preserve the county's rich heritage. Each pork loin is expertly smoked by Smokin Pig and offered for $30, with all proceeds going ...

The Board of Education for Pinckneyville Community Consolidated School District 204 has accepted the resignation of Superintendent Jerry Travelstead following an investigation into allegations circulating within the community. Matthew Hickam, Regional Superintendent for ROE 30 Regional Office of Education, confirmed to...

ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: Lady Mules Softball at Hamilton County 11:00 am OTHER AREA SPORTS FOR TODAY: COLLEGE SOFTBALL: Frontier Bobcats at Shawnee Community College (Doubleheader) LOCAL SPORTS RESULTS FROM FRIDAY: HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASEBALL: Fairfield 14, Hamilton County 4 Fairfield was led by Tallen Hixenbaug...

ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: Mules Baseball at Hamilton County 4:30pm OTHER AREA SPORTS FOR TODAY: HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASEBALL: Cisne at Webber Wayne City at Waltonville HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS SOFTBALL: Cisne at Webber Wayne City at Waltonville JR HIGH TRACK: CISNE BOYS RELAYS: Cisne, Jasper, New Hope, and Wayne City CO...

ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: Mules Baseball at Carmi 4:30pm Lady Mules Softball at Carmi 4:30pm Lady Mules Track at the Lady Mule Invitational at the FCHS Train Yard Track (SENIOR DAY) 4:00pm OTHER AREA SPORTS FOR TODAY: HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASEBALL: Cisne vs. Wayne City HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS SOFTBALL: Cisne vs. Wa...

ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: Mules Boys Track at the Bulldog Invitational at Carmi 4:00pm Mules Boys Tennis at Mt. Vernon 4:00pm OTHER AREA SPORTS FOR TODAY: HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS SOFTBALL: Cisne at Woodlawn AREA SPORTS RESULTS FROM TUESDAY: HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL: Fairfield vs. Carmi - POSTPONED to Saturday, May 2nd...

ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: Mules Baseball vs. Carmi at Veteran's Field 4:30pm Lady Mules Softball vs. Carmi at Southwest Park 4:30pm (SENIOR DAY) Lady Mules Track at the Lady Indians Invitational at DuQuoin 4:00pm Mules Boys Tennis vs. Salem at the Lakeside Courts 4:00pm OTHER AREA SPORTS FOR TO...

ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: Lady Mules Softball vs. Gallatin County at Southwest Park POSTPONED OTHER AREA SPORTS FOR TODAY: JR HIGH TRACK: Fairfield at the Jr. NEC Conference Track Meet at Carmi (Start time moved to 10:00 am) AREA SPORTS RESULTS FROM THE WEEKEND: HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASEBALL: JV MULES BASEBALL D...

LOCAL AND NATIONAL SPORTS FOR SATURDAY, APRIL 25TH ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: JV Mules Boys Baseball at the Red Hill Tournament 10:00 Lady Mules Softball at Harrisburg - Varsity Game followed by JV Game 11:00 OTHER AREA SPORTS FOR TODAY: COLLEGE BASEBALL: Frontier Bobcats vs. Kaskaskia College (Doubleheader) COLLEG...

ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: Mules Boys Baseball at Toledo-Cumberland 4:30pm OTHER AREA SPORTS FOR TODAY: HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASEBALL: Wayne City vs. Zeigler-Royalton HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASEBALL SCORES FROM THURSDAY: Brownstown 9, Odin 2 Carterville 10, Harrisburg 3 Chester 10, Sparta 5 Collinsville 17, East St Louis 1...