Category Archives: Local News
FCHS BOARD OF EDUCATION TAKES ACTION ON COACHING HIRES, RESIGNATION, AND SUMMER HOURS
The Fairfield Community High School (FCHS) Board of Education held its regular meeting on last (Thursday) with several key actions taken during the session. The board began by approving the consent ag...
May 16, 2025
FAIRFIELD WOMAN BEGINS PRISON TERM IN CHILD'S HOT CAR DEATH
(Photo credit: Logan IDOC) 36-year-old Aydreian D.A. Hooper of Fairfield has begun serving a 10-year prison sentence in connection with the tragic death of her 17-month-old son, Aaruan Hooper, ...
May 16, 2025
CONVICTED MURDERER RAY TATE SEEKS TO WITHDRAW GUILTY PLEA IN CLINTON COUNTY CASE
Convicted murderer Ray E. Tate made a brief video appearance in Clinton County Circuit Court Wednesday as part of his ongoing effort to withdraw a guilty plea connected to crimes committed following t...
May 16, 2025
AREA SCHOOLS PREPARE FOR GRADUATION CEREMONIES THIS WEEKEND
Local schools are gearing up to celebrate their students' achievements with graduation ceremonies scheduled throughout the weekend. Tonight, two schools will hold 8th grade graduations: New Hope Grade...
May 16, 2025
AUTHORITIES INVESTIGATE EXPLOSION IN MCLEANSBORO; BOMB SQUAD CALLED TO SCENE
(Photo credit: McLeansboro PD Facebook page) Authorities in McLeansboro are investigating an explosion that occurred late Thursday morning near the 200 block of North Locust Street. According t...
May 16, 2025
FYIE & RICE LAW OFFICE GOLF LEAGUE TEES OFF JUNE 2ND AT FAIRFIELD PUBLIC GOLF COURSE
Golfers in the area are preparing to hit the links as the 2025 Fyie & Rice Law Office Golf League kicks off on Monday, June 2nd with a 5:30pm shotgun start at the Fairfield Public Golf Course. &nb...
May 16, 2025
FAIRFIELD FFA JUDGING TEAM EARNS FIFTH AT REGIONAL CONTEST
The Fairfield FFA Livestock Judging Team brought home a fifth-place finish at the Regional Livestock Judging Contest held this week in Newton, showcasing strong performances by several team members. A...
May 16, 2025
STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL RETURNS TO JEFFERSON COUNTY MAY 24TH
Sweet treats, classic cars, and community fun will all be part of the seventh annual Jefferson County Strawberry Festival, Plant Sale, and Cruise-In on Saturday, May 24th from 10am to 3pm. at the Jeff...
May 16, 2025
SIGNIFICANT SEVERE WEATHER OUTBREAK EXPECTED ACROSS REGION TODAY
The National Weather Service in Paducah is warning residents to brace for a potentially dangerous severe weather outbreak expected to unfold this afternoon and evening across the region. Forecasters s...
May 16, 2025
FAIRFIELD NATIONAL BANK RE-ELECTS DIRECTORS AT ANNUAL MEETING
Fairfield National Bank (FNB) held its annual shareholders meeting on Tuesday, re-electing three board members and reaffirming leadership for the coming year. President and CEO Joey Hungerford ...
May 16, 2025