Illinois Eastern Community Colleges (IECC) is taking swift action to support more than 1,000 workers and families affected by the abrupt closure of Champion Laboratories in Albion. The college system is coordinating campus and community resources to provide training opportunities, financial assistance, and career servi...

One of the largest upcoming events for displaced workers is a job fair organized by the Albion Chamber of Commerce. The event is set for tomorrow (Wednesday) and will take place in the Exhibition Building at the Edwards County Fairgrounds from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Albion Area Chamber of Commerce spokesperson, Michele Ward...

The Hope Center in Albion will open its doors tomorrow (Wednesday) at 9:00 AM, inviting local residents to stop by and receive a variety of free resources. The center has an abundance of food, including dry goods and frozen items, as well as clothing, shoes, books, and other essentials. Organizers at The Hope Center ar...

The Mt. Carmel Police Department officially has a new leader, as Erin Peach was unanimously approved as Chief during the Mt. Carmel City Council's regular meeting on Tuesday. Peach, a native of Fairfield and formerly known as Erin Roe, becomes the first female police chief in the department's history. Peach had been se...

Artists and art enthusiasts are invited to add a splash of color to Southeastern Illinois as the 2026 Fairfield PaintOut returns for its 15th annual plein air festival. This year's event will take place from Tuesday, September 22nd through Saturday, September 26th. Registration is now open for artists eager to capture ...

The Wayne and Edwards County Sheriff's Departments is encouraging local students to apply for college scholarships offered by the Illinois Sheriff's Association for the 2026-2027 academic year. Over $58,000 in scholarships will be awarded statewide to support students pursuing higher education, with funds usable for tu...

The Darren Bailey, Aaron Del Mar campaign for Governor and Lt. Governor has another "Get Out The Vote!" 7-Day Bus Tour, making stops across Southern Illinois to energize voters ahead of the crucial 2026 election. The tour brings candidates Darren Bailey and his running mate Del Mar face-to-face with constitue...

The magic and wonder of Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka is coming to life at the Brubeck Arts Center, as Wabash Valley College and the Wabash Valley Arts Council proudly present their upcoming community theatre production, directed by Amanda Andrews. The highly anticipated musical begins next week, with performances scheduled...

Legendary rock band Night Ranger will electrify the Du Quoin State Fair on Friday, September 4th with a dynamic show packed with classic hits and high-octane energy, marking more than forty years of music history. The band is celebrating their 40th anniversary with the release of their acclaimed live album, 40 Years an...

The Fairfield Public School District #112 Board of Education will hold a special meeting tonight (Tuesday) at 6:00 p.m. in the Center Street School Boardroom. According to the agenda, the meeting will open with public comments, followed by a closed session to discuss matters related to personnel, labor relations, colle...

ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: NO EVENTS SCHEDULED OTHER AREA SPORTS FOR TODAY: HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASKETBALL SECTIONAL SEMI-FINALS: IHSA BOYS CLASS 2A MONTICELLO SECTIONAL: Teutopolis vs. Warrensburg-Latham IHSA BOYS CLASS 2A NASHVILLE SECTIONAL: Nashville vs. Benton IHSA BOYS CLASS 1A MACON-MERIDIAN SECTIONAL: Tuscola ...

ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: NO EVENTS SCHEDULED OTHER AREA SPORTS FOR TODAY: HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS BASKETBALL SUPER-SECTIONALS: IHSA GIRLS CLASS 1A ARCOLA SUPER-SECTIONAL: Edwards County vs. Mt. Pulaski IHSA GIRLS CLASS 1A PLEASANT PLAINS SUPER-SECTIONAL: Bluffs vs. Brown County IHSA GIRLS CLASS 2A BENTON SUPER-SECTIONA...

LOCAL SPORTS SCORES FOR SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28TH ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: Mules Boys Track at the Roger Minton Indoor Meet at Marion OTHER AREA SPORTS FOR TODAY: JR HIGH GIRLS VOLLEYBALL: HAMILTON COUNTY TOURNAMENT: POOL A: Hamilton County vs. Gallatin County Cypress vs. Fairfield Cypress vs. Hamilton County Fairf...

ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: Mules Basketball vs. Vandalia at the IHSA Class 2A Vandalia Regional Championship 7pm OTHER AREA SPORTS FOR TODAY: HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASKETBALL REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS: IHSA BOYS CLASS 2A MAROA-FORSYTH REGIONAL: Tolono-Unity vs. Maroa-Forsyth IHSA BOYS CLASS 2A ROBINSON REGIONAL: Teuto...

ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: Lady Mules Track at the Joe Elliot Indoor Meet at Marion 3pm OTHER AREA SPORTS FOR TODAY: HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS BASKETBALL: IHSA GIRLS CLASS 1A WAYNE CITY SECTIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP: Edwards County vs. Brownstown-St. Elmo IHSA GIRLS CLASS 1A ARGENTA SECTIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP: Mt. Pulaski vs. To...

ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: Mules Basketball vs. Olney (Richland County) at the Vandalia Class 2A Regional 7:30 p.m. OTHER AREA SPORTS FOR TODAY: HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASKETBALL: IHSA BOYS CLASS 2A VANDALIA REGIONAL: Fairfield vs. Olney (Richland County) Effingham St. Anthony vs. Vandalia IHSA BOYS CLASS 2A ROBINSO...

ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: NO EVENTS SCHEDULED OTHER AREA SPORTS FOR TODAY: HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS BASKETBALL: IHSA GIRLS CLASS 1A WAYNE CITY SECTIONAL SEMIFINALS: Edwards County vs. Sesser-Valier Brownstown-St. Elmo vs. Christopher IHSA GIRLS CLASS 2A RICHLAND COUNTY SECTIONAL SEMIFINALS: Paris vs. Olney (Richland Coun...

ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: NO EVENTS SCHEDULED OTHER AREA SPORTS FOR TODAY: HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASKETBALL: IHSA BOYS CLASS 1A ALTAMONT REGIONAL: Webber vs. Christ Our Rock Lutheran Wayne City at St. Elmo Sandoval at Altamont Cisne at Edwards County IHSA BOYS CLASS 1A NORTH CLAY REGIONAL: Lawrenceville vs. Ramsey Red ...