Category Archives: Local News

The Fairfield Grade School Board of Education met Monday night, receiving updates on district finances, services, and compliance, before taking personnel action in closed session. Superintendent, Kris...

Grayville's annual "Brighten the Night for Hometown Heroes" event is underway, giving families, businesses, and organizations a chance to support local children while spreading holiday cheer. For a $5...

Carmi Police executed three search warrants that led to the arrest of ten individuals and the seizure of significant quantities of drugs and paraphernalia. Officers recovered more than 430 grams of me...

The Hamilton Memorial Hospital Foundation will host its 24th Annual Foundation Gala Dinner on Saturday, November 22nd at the Hamilton County Senior High School Jerry Sloan Gymnasium. A community tradi...

A recent study estimates that Illinois farms will lose approximately $67.2 million each year due to natural disasters, averaging about $960 in losses per farm. The analysis, conducted by the Trace One...

The U.S. Postal Service has launched its annual Operation Santa campaign, connecting children and families in need with people willing to help fulfill their holiday wishes. Letters to Santa can be mai...

A widely used ADHD medication is being recalled across the United States after failing laboratory tests. The recall involves the generic version of Vyvanse, a stimulant prescribed to improve focus in ...

The Fairfield/Wayne County Chamber of Commerce will host the Fairfield Retail Merchants Holiday Open House on Sunday, November 23rd, from 12 to 5 p.m. Shoppers are invited to visit local stores, enjoy...

The City of Fairfield Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for its annual Christmas Parade, scheduled for Saturday, December 6th in downtown Fairfield at 5:00 PM. This year's event promises to bring a un...

A festive event to support local students is coming up next month. The "Catch Us If You Can Gingerbread Run" will take place on Saturday, December 6th at Northside Grade School in Fairfield.. The holi...