Author Archives: Mark Wells
EDWARDS COUNTY FAIR FISH FRY FUNDRAISER SET FOR TOMORROW (SATURDAY)
The Edwards County Fair is inviting the community to a Fish Fry Fundraiser tomorrow (Saturday) from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Country Financial Hall. Guests can enjoy crispy fried fish and shrimp, alo...
Mar 06, 2026
BENEFIT SPAGHETTI SUPPER TO SUPPORT DONNIE SIMPSON SET FOR TOMORROW (SATURDAY)
A benefit Spaghetti Supper for Donnie Simpson will be held tomorrow (Saturday) at 5:00 PM at the Johnsonville Ruritan Building. The meal will be served by donation and will feature spaghetti, salad, g...
Mar 06, 2026
FAIRFIELD COIN CLUB TO HOLD MEETING AND DONATION AUCTION SUNDAY
The Fairfield Coin Club will hold its next meeting on Sunday, March 8th at Frontier Community College. Doors will open at 9am with the official meeting and auction begin at 1:30 p.m. March is the club...
Mar 06, 2026
WORK READINESS LAB OFFERS FREE SUPPORT AND RESOURCES FOR CHAMPION LABS EMPLOYEES
A series of Work Readiness Labs are being offered to support Champion Labs employees as they prepare for new career or educational opportunities. The labs provide open computer labs with in-person ass...
Mar 06, 2026
IDNR SEEKS CAMPGROUND HOSTS FOR 2026 SEASON AT STATE PARKS AND SITES ACROSS ILLINOIS
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is looking for campground hosts for the 2026 camping season at state parks, recreation areas, and historic sites throughout Illinois. Hosting offers...
Mar 06, 2026
SNAKE ROAD TEMPORARILY CLOSED FOR SPRING MIGRATION IN SHAWNEE NATIONAL FOREST
Forest Service Road No. 345, known as Snake Road, is temporarily closed to vehicles beginning today (Friday) to protect several species of snakes and amphibians during their spring migration. The 2.5-...
Mar 06, 2026
MT. ERIE SCHOOL ANNOUNCES KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION FOR MONDAY
Kindergarten registration for Mt. Erie School will take place on Monday from 3 to 5 p.m. This event is for all students who will be entering kindergarten at Mt. Erie School in the fall. Children must ...
Mar 06, 2026
APPLY FOR $30,000 IN STEM FUNDING THROUGHT SPARKLIGHT'S 2026 "DREAM BIGGER" CONTEST
With the March 10 deadline approaching, fiber-fueled internet provider Sparklight is encouraging eligible schools and organizations to apply for its 2026 "Dream Bigger" contest. The company will award...
Mar 06, 2026
FAIRFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY PUZZLE SWAP EVENT SET FOR SATURDAY
Puzzle enthusiasts are invited to join the fun at a community Puzzle Swap tomorrow (Saturday) from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. at the Fairfield Public Library. Participants are encouraged to bring in a compl...
Mar 06, 2026
COMMUNITY PING PONG TOURNAMENT SET FOR SATURDAY AT MT. ERIE NAZARENE CHURCH
A community Ping Pong Tournament will be held tomorrow (Saturday) at the Mt. Erie Nazarene Church, with registration opening at 9:00 a.m. and play beginning at 9:30 a.m. The event will feature men's s...
Mar 06, 2026