Author Archives: Mark Wells

A.J. Metheney 93, of McLeansboro, IL. passed away Saturday, October 25, 2025 in Hamilton Memorial Hospital, McLeansboro. A.J. was born June 8, 1932 in Akin, IL., a son of Earl Metheney and Dolly (Reed...

The National Weather Service in Paducah says scattered showers will linger across the region this afternoon, with light rain or drizzle possible tonight and into Monday. The main weather system is exp...

The City of Fairfield Water Department has announced that hydrant flushing will take place between today and Friday. During this period, city employees will be opening hydrants throughout the city as ...

Jefferson Fire officials say the cause of a fire at a rural Mt. Vernon home early Saturday afternoon remains undetermined. The blaze is believed to have started in a vehicle or attached garage before ...

Wayne City is preparing for the holiday season with the return of its annual Lighted Christmas Parade, scheduled for Saturday, December 14th, at 5:00 p.m. The festive event, sponsored by Wayne City Ma...

A fall craft fair will take place on Saturday, November 8th from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Wayne County Fairgrounds Floral Hall in Fairfield. The event will feature a wide variety of handmade goods from...

Cisne is getting ready for a festive evening as "Boo! In the Park" returns to the Cisne Square on Halloween night, October 31st. The event will take place from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. and features a variety...

Olney Central College (OCC) has been approved as a National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) Assigned School. This prestigious designation allows OCC massage therapy...

The CEF of Southern Illinois Annual Fundraiser Event will take place on November 1st at the Benton Civic Center 414 W. Hudelson St. in Benton This year's event, titled "Restoring the Foundations," wil...

Southern Illinois University Saluki Athletics announced Saturday that a life-size bronze statue will soon be constructed at Itchy Jones Stadium to honor Hall of Fame baseball coach Richard "Itchy" Jon...