Wayne County Sheriff's Department arrested 25-year-old Isiah Scott Shelton of Enfield Wednesday morning on a Wayne County warrant. The warrant was a Petition for Revocation of Probation stemming from Shelton's original charge of Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine. Shelton was released from custody after being given...

Wayne County Crimestoppers has announced a $250 reward for a tip that led to information about the cutting of three tires on a vehicle owned by Alexis Black. If you provided the tip, you are eligible to claim your reward. To collect the $250, please call Crimestoppers and provide your tip number for verification at 618...

The Board of Trustees of the Illinois Eastern Community College District met Tuesday at Frontier Community College. During the meeting, the Board approved the first reading of Board of Trustees and Foundations Collaboration Policy 100.41, establishing clear guidelines and assigned responsibilities, while also approving...

The Clay City Post Office will reopen on Monday after being closed for several months due to storm damage. Flora Postmaster Kim Griesemer says the post office, which has been closed since late March, forced Clay City PO Box customers to temporarily pick up their mail from the Flora Post Office. Customers are reminded t...

The National Athletic Hall of Fame has announced the induction of Jim Maroon, Ted Knapp, and Terry Chapman (posthumously) into the Officials Category as part of the Hall of Fame Class of 2025. The Hall of Fame recognizes these three officials for their exemplary service, professionalism, and dedication. Jim Maroon bega...

The Edwards County Treasurer's Office reminds residents that the 2024 payable 2025 real estate tax bill SECOND installment is due on September 22nd. Online payments can be made at , and tax information can be searched at . For questions, contact the Edwards County Treasurer's Office at 618-445-3581.

Country music fans are in for a treat as Texas native and country legend Dottsy Dwyer brings her signature sound to Albion. Dottsy, known for timeless hits like "I'll Be Your San Antone Rose," "Storms Never Last," and "(After Sweet Memories) Play Born to Lose Again," will perform at the Ed...

The McLeansboro City Council met Tuesday night for just over an hour for its monthly meeting, covering a wide range of city business. The Consent Agenda was approved, which included setting Trick-or-Treat hours from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday, October 31st. City-Wide Clean-Up will be held Wednesday, October 8th through Frid...

Two suspects-a 19-year-old man and a 15-year-old juvenile-are in custody following a series of investigations by the Mt. Vernon Police Department and the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, authorities announced Wednesday. On Tuesday evening, police made contact with Brian E. Needy, 19, and a 15-year-old male juvenile i...

Festivities continue today at the Fairfield Fall Fun Fest with the FNB 5K run, with registration at 4:30 p.m. and the race beginning at 6 p.m., followed by awards at 7 p.m. Children's activities will take place in Freedom Park from 5 to 8 p.m. each evening. The Wayne County Arts Alliance will feature a display of Lucas...

ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: Lady Mules Volleyball at The Mule Barn vs Flora 3 levels 5pm ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FRONTIER COLLEGE: No Events Scheduled OTHER AREA SPORTS FOR TODAY: HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS VOLLEYBALL Cisne at Home vs. Altamont Wayne City at Home vs. Patoka HIGH SCHOOL BOYS FALL BASEBALL: Wayne City @ Chris...

ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: Golf at Carmi-White Co. 4pm Girls Tennis vs Richland Co. at Lakeside Park 4pm ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FRONTIER COLLEGE: Lady Bobcats Volleyball vs Southwestern Illinois College at Center St. Gym 6:30pm OTHER AREA SPORTS FOR TODAY: JUNIOR HIGH BOYS BASEBALL Cisne @ Flora JUNIOR HIGH GIRLS...

ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: Golf at Mt. Carmel 4pm Girls Tennis at Newton 4:30pm ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FRONTIER COLLEGE: Baseball at Southeastern Illinois College 1pm New Athletic Facility Groundbreaking Ceremony 4:30pm OTHER AREA SPORTS FOR TODAY: HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS VOLLEYBALL Cisne @ Home vs. Woodlawn Wayne City...

ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: Mules JV Football vs Eldorado at The Train Yard 6pm OTHER AREA SPORTS FOR MONDAY: HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS Cisne Volleyball @ Mt. Carmel JR HIGH BOYS BASEBALL New Hope @ Home vs. Cisne (New Hope 8th Grade Night) Jasper @ Clay City JR HIGH GIRLS SOFTBALL Fairfield @ Home vs. Cisne New Hope @ Hom...

FCHS MULES FOOTBALL On Friday night the 2-0 Fairfield Mules traveled to Eldorado for a tough matchup with the 1-1 Eldorado Eagles. Despite a late push by the Eagles, the Mules were able to hold them off with a final score of 24-12. The game was a fairly defensive-minded contest with scoring limited to the 1st and 4th Q...