Author Archives: Mark Wells

Local farmers and agricultural professionals are invited to attend the 2025 Field Day on Wednesday, August 13th, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Doc Roser's Farm, 583 County Road 1875 N, Enfield, IL. Topics...

The Geff Eagles baseball team is gearing up for the upcoming season, and supporters have a tasty way to show their support. On Saturday, July 19th, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., a porkburger fundraiser will...

Farmers who suffered eligible crop losses due to natural disasters in 2023 and 2024 can now apply for part of $16 billion in aid through the Supplemental Disaster Relief Program (SDRP). The USDA's Far...

Fairfield Fire Department was called out on two separate calls Sunday afternoon.   The first call, around 3 p.m., was a report of a two-vehicle accident at 1st and Main Street, in front of Huck's...

The 2025 Edwards County Farm Bureau Tractor Drive, sponsored by the Edwards County Farm Bureau Young Leaders, is set to roll through the countryside on Saturday, July 19th.   The event will begin...

Members of the Edwards County Farm Bureau can enjoy some of the excitement at the upcoming 2025 Edwards County Fair with free wristbands for select grandstand events. From July 21st through July 25th,...

The Wayne County Historical Society will hold its next meeting on Thursday, July 17th at 6:00 p.m. in the Library Meeting Room at the Fairfield Public Library. The evening will feature guest speaker M...

The 2025 Cisne Reunion Baby Derby is now open for entries, inviting the youngest community members to take part in this adorable annual tradition.   To be eligible, contestants must be between 0 ...

The 2025 Cisne Reunion Pageant - Tiny Tot Division is gearing up for an adorable showcase of young contestants. Practices will begin Thursday, July 17th and continue on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:3...

The West Salem Chowder Committee is now accepting vendor registrations for the upcoming West Salem Homecoming and Chowder, set for Saturday, August 16th.   Vendors offering non-food items are inv...