Category Archives: Local News

"Consistent variability" was the theme from the 2025 White County Crop Tour. Pictured are samples taken from Enfield Township showing the drastic differences in ear length, pollination, and kernel qua...

The Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois State Police, and law enforcement agencies across the state are urging motorists to drive sober this Labor Day weekend as part of the national "Driv...

Illinois is reaching an agreement to receive federal education funding. State Attorney General Kwame Raoul says the agreement requires the Trump administration to release the full balance of around 21...

The 2025 Du Quoin State Fair is continuing with only a few more days & nights remaining. With hours each day from 8:00 to midnight & free admission for all ages, there is a fee to park. Today ...

In recent cases in Wayne County Circuit Court: John W. Cone Jr., 44, of Fairfield, pled guilty to Battery. He was sentenced to 18 months of probation, ordered to pay court costs, and must have no cont...

Clay City Banking Company is warning customers about a scam text message that falsely appears to be from the bank. The bank says it has been made aware of messages circulating that sometimes contain a...

Cedarhurst Center for the Arts is inviting the Southern Illinois community to be part of the Grand Finale of the Cedarhurst Art and Craft Fair. Museum staff announced that 2025 will mark the final yea...

The Hamilton County Board covered a wide range of topics at its latest meeting, with school meal funding and senior meal programs drawing the most discussion. Although not on the agenda, Board Chair K...

Ameren Illinois customers who have fallen behind on their energy bills may now qualify for an additional $150 in payment assistance through their local LIHEAP agency. The new program, announced earlie...

The J.M. Smucker Company is recalling Hostess Chocolate Ding Dongs due to possible mold contamination. The recall affects two-count, ten-count, and 16-count packages with "best by" dates between Augus...