Author Archives: Mark Wells
Billy Hicks, 95, of Olney
Billy Hicks, 95, of Olney, Illinois passed away on Thursday, January 1, 2026 at Brookstone Estates. Billy was born June 13, 1930 in Seminary, Illinois, the son of William and Lola Mae (Elkins) Hicks. ...
Jan 02, 2026
Gerry Carter, 85, of Dundas, Illinois
Gerry Carter, 85, of Dundas, Illinois, passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 3:30 AM, with her daughters by her side. She brought so much joy to those around her, especially with her kind and...
Jan 02, 2026
MAJOR WARMUP EXPECTED NEXT WEEK AS TEMPERATURES SOAR ABOVE NORMAL
The National Weather Service in Paducah is forecasting a significant shift in weather patterns for the region, with seasonably chilly and dry conditions this weekend giving way to an unseasonable warm...
Jan 02, 2026
TSA TO IMPOSE $45 FEE FOR TRAVELERS WITHOUT REAL ID STARTING FEBRUARY 1ST
Travelers who do not have a Real ID will soon face a new $45 fee to pass through TSA checkpoints, the Transportation Security Administration announced recently. The new requirement will go into effect...
Jan 02, 2026
EVANSVILLE INDIANA POLICE ARREST BANK ROBBERY SUSPECT LINKED TO EDWARDSVILLE CHASE BANK HEIST
(Photo credit: Vanderburgh County IN Sheriff's Office) Evansville Police have arrested a man accused of robbing a Chase Bank in Edwardsville, Illinois, just east of St. Louis. According to auth...
Jan 02, 2026
ILLINOIS FARMERS CAN EARN CROP INSURANCE DISCOUNT FOR PLANTING COVER CROPS THIS FALL
Illinois farmers who plant cover crops this fall can once again qualify for a discount on next year's crop insurance premiums through the Illinois Department of Agriculture's (IDOA) Fall Covers for Sp...
Jan 02, 2026
WAYNE COUNTY RACCOON ROUNDUP ANNOUNCES SECOND COLLECTION DATE
The Wayne County Raccoon Roundup has announced its second collection date, scheduled for Tuesday, January 13th from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Participants can bring raccoon tails to the Wayne County Farm...
Jan 02, 2026
EDWARDS COUNTY FARM BUREAU RACCOON ROUNDUP SECOND COLLECTION DATE SET
The Edwards County Farm Bureau has announced its second "Raccoon Roundup" date, aimed at helping manage the local raccoon population. Community members are invited to participate by turning in raccoon...
Jan 02, 2026
REGISTRATION OPEN FOR ILLINOIS PESTICIDE LICENSE TESTING SESSIONS
Registration is now open for in-person pesticide license testing sessions offered through the Illinois Department of Agriculture in partnership with Illinois Extension. The sessions are for individual...
Jan 02, 2026
LIONS TO COLLECT NON-WORKING CHRISTMAS LIGHTS TOMORROW (SATURDAY)
Tomorrow (Saturday, January 3rd), the Fairfield Lions Club will be collecting Christmas lights that no longer work. The collection site will be at the west side of the Cornerstone Community Church loc...
Jan 02, 2026