Author Archives: Mark Wells

Knova Lea Xanders, 91 of Fairfield, Illinois was called home to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon, Illinois. Knova was born on June 8, 1934, in H...

The Fairfield PaintOut is underway and today (Wednesday), artists will paint during the day, then gather for a meal and fellowship at the home of Dena Stout. A special nocturne paint, focused on night...

Fairfield city residents are encouraged to clear out closets, garages, and attics while giving shoppers access to a diverse array of items-from vintage furniture and collectibles to household goods an...

The Village of Wayne City has scheduled its Fall Town-Wide Rummage Sales for Friday and Saturday, October 3rd and 4th. Residents wishing to be included on the official sales list should call the Villa...

The Clay County Health Department will host free Car Seat Safety Checks on Friday, September 26th, from Noon to 4 p.m. Certified child passenger safety technicians will inspect car seats to ensure the...

For the past 17 years, Tech Fest has inspired and challenged students across Wayne County. This year, 193 fifth graders from Cisne Middle School, Center Street Middle School, New Hope School, Jasper E...

The Wayne County 4-H Foundation is inviting the community to its annual Fish Fry fundraiser, taking place as a convenient drive-thru event at the Wayne County Courthouse on East Main Street. The event...

The Fairfield Lions Club is inviting the community to participate in their annual Thanksgiving Raffle, set for November 4th. All proceeds from the Thanksgiving Raffle will go directly toward supportin...

The Flora Academic Foundation is set to host its annual Appleknocker Festival on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Flora Elementary School with a day full of free entertainment, food and fun act...

Illinois farmers are ahead of schedule in this year's harvest, according to the latest USDA crop report. As of Sunday, 12% of corn has been harvested statewide, three points ahead of the five-year ave...