Author Archives: Mark Wells

The Wayne County Retired Teachers Association is pleased to announce a $500 scholarship for the 2026-2027 school year to students in Wayne County pursuing a career in education. This scholarship is op...

A free summer food program will once again provide meals to students in Grayville, ensuring children have access to nutritious food while school is out of session. The "Feed the Kids: Summer Food Prog...

The Mount Vernon Elks 819, Centralia Elks 493, Fairfield Elks 1631, Salem Elks 1678, and McLeansboro Elks 1882 Lodges, in partnership with the Illinois Elks Children's Care Corporation, will sponsor a...

Nicholas T. Jester, 31, of Albion, has been formally charged with aggravated fleeing or eluding, according to Michael St. Ledger. The charge was filed May 15 in Edwards County. Court records show Jest...

North American Lighting, Inc. (NAL) is inviting current employees and retirees to attend an upcoming employee cookout in Flora. The event is scheduled for June 3rd from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at NAL's faci...

The Wabash County Chamber of Commerce has announced the return of its popular Music at the Park series for 2026, bringing a lineup of free live performances to the community. The concerts will be held...

The Blue Point Church will host a Senior Grocery Giveaway tomorrow (Thursday) from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the church's gym entrance. The event is open to all individuals age 60 and older, offerin...

Dale Fowler announced Tuesday that he will resign from the Illinois Senate following the conclusion of the 2026 legislative session, ending nearly a decade representing the 59th Senate District in Sou...

YOUTH SPORTS RESULTS FROM TUESDAY: BROUGHT TO YOU BY LEMOND'S MOTORSPORTS: LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL: 11 U: Fairfield Banking Company 9, Dimaggio's 7 Carter Trucking 13, Lions Club 6 FAIRFIELD GIRLS SOFT...

Ronald "Ronnie" Lee Scarbrough, lovingly known to many as "Peewee," passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 23, 2026, surrounded by family and friends who loved him dearly. Born on June 8, 1940, in Si...