Author Archives: Mark Wells
FREE SWIM DAY THIS FRIDAY (JULY 12th) AT LEO FRENCH PARK
Another FREE swim day known as, "Splash On Wabash" will be held this (Friday) afternoon at the Fairfield City Pool in Leo French Park. The free swim will be held from 1pm to 5pm and spon...
Mark Wells Jul 09, 2024
Illinois Switching To ACT Exams For State Assessments
Starting next spring, Illinois high school students will transition from taking the SAT to the ACT for their annual state assessments. This change, announced by the Illinois State Board ...
Mark Wells Jul 09, 2024
WINNERS ANNOUNCED FROM THE 4-H GOAT AND RABBIT SHOW AT THE WAYNE COUNTY FAIR
The 4-H Goat and Rabbit Shows were held on Monday, July 8th at the Wayne County Fairgrounds. The winners were as follows (GOAT SHOW): Dairy Goat: Champion Junior Female - Mason Angle Reserve Champion ...
Mark Wells Jul 09, 2024
WAYNE COUNTY BOARD SET TO MEET THIS THURSDAY, JULY 11TH
The Wayne County Board is set to meet this (Thursday) night at 7 O'clock at the Wayne County Courthouse for their July meeting. County offices along with committee r...
Mark Wells Jul 09, 2024
Current River Stages From The US Geological Survey For Tuesday, July 9th
Here's the current river stages according to the US Geological Survey. Little Wabash east of Fairfield stands at 13.24 feet, (flood stage is at 17 ft.) . Meanwhile, the Skillet Fork at W...
Mark Wells Jul 09, 2024
US RT 45 CULVERT WORK IN CLAY COUNTY RESCHEDULED FOR MONDAY, JULY 15TH
The Illinois Department of Transportation, due to weather conditions has RESCHEDULED the replacement of a box culvert on US Route 45, just south of Hickory Hills Lane. Starting on...
Mark Wells Jul 09, 2024
EDWARDS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS CONTINUATION MEETING THIS THURSDAY, JULY 11TH
A continuation meeting of the regular July 1st meeting of the Edwards County Commissioners will be held Thursday, July 11th at the new County Highway Building at 673 County Road 810N in Albion....
Mark Wells Jul 09, 2024
USDA WEEKLY CROP PROGRESS AND CONDITION REPORT
The latest USDA crop progress report indicates that 67% of corn and 66% of soybeans are in good to excellent condition. There were 5.4 days suitable for fieldwork, with temperatures averaging 73.2 deg...
Mark Wells Jul 09, 2024
ILLINOIS STATE FAIR MUSEUM FOUNDATION ILLINOISAN OF THE DAY
The Illinois State Fair Museum Foundation is seeking 10 individuals to be recognized as Illinoisans of the Day during the Illinois State Fair. These honorees should embody qualities like...
Mark Wells Jul 09, 2024
OLNEY CENTRAL COLLEGE THEATER MOVIE NIGHT
The Olney Central College Theater is hosting a series of Free Movie Nights every Tuesday night through the end of the month. Tonight at 7:00, the featured movie is "Elemental" in the Dr....
Mark Wells Jul 09, 2024