Author Archives: Mark Wells

    Bashore Trash Service will NOT be running until further notice due to mechanical issues with their trash truck. The delay will be longer than anticipated due to the 4th of July Holiday. ...

  The Fairfield Park District announces the next FREE swim day at the pool in Leo French Park is set for this (Friday) afternoon. The sponsor for this free swim day is an Anonymous Sponsor. The f...

    The Wayne County Sheriff's Merit Commission is accepting applications to update our hiring list for the position of Patrol Deputy. Applications are available at the Wayne County Sheriff'...

A bill awaiting approval in Illinois aims to simplify the apartment rental application process. If passed, tenants could use a reusable screening report with key details like income and credit history...

  The Eastern Illinois Foodbank is hosting food distribution events in Clay County to assist families facing food insecurity. Attendees are requested to bring boxes or bags for transporting food....

  MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL: The Cardinals beat the Pittsburgh Pirates in a 3-2, ten-inning pitcher's duel from Pittsburgh. Andre Pallante dazzled through seven innings, allowing just one run on four...

    Karen Jo Shehorn, 85, passed away Monday, July 1, 2024, at her residence in Xenia, IL. with her loving husband by her side. Karen Jo was born on November 24, 1938 in Cisne, IL. to Robert...

  Marvin Lee Ritchason, age 83 and a resident of Round Rock, TX and formerly of McLeansboro, IL, passed away 5:18 a.m. Sunday, June 30, 2024. A Visitation Service will be held Monday, July 8, 202...

    The Wayne County Crimestoppers is offering a reward for the person or persons who entered a residence belonging to Mike Roosevelt and removed a pair of Steiner Binoculars, Nikon Coolpix ...

  If you're looking for something to do on this 4th of July holiday, there are plenty of events lined up throughout Southern Illinois for today and tonight. Below is a list of events: In Flora: K...