Category Archives: Local News
CRITICISM AND CONTROVERSY MARK DHS SECRETARY KRISTI NOEM'S BRIEF ILLINOIS VISIT, LABELLED 'PUBLICITY STUNT'
A two-hour stop in Springfield by U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem drew sharp criticism and accusations of political posturing. During her visit on Wednesday, Noem launched i...
May 08, 2025
MT. VERNON MAN LEADS POLICE ON HIGH-SPEED CHASE THROUGH WAYNE AND JEFFERSON COUNTIES
A man suspected of multiple traffic violations and attempting to evade law enforcement was apprehended after a high-speed pursuit that spanned two counties early Thursday morning. According Way...
May 08, 2025
FCC'S KOHZADI NAMED TO PRESTIGIOUS ILLINOIS ALL-STATE ACADEMIC TEAM
Laela Kohzadi, daughter of Bobby and Iris Kohzadi of West Frankfort, has been named to the Phi Theta Kappa 2024-2025 Illinois All-State Academic Team. This honor recognizes top-performing community co...
May 08, 2025
WAYNE COUNTY RETIRED TEACHERS' ASSOCIATION RELEASES SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FOR 2025-2026
The Wayne County Retired Teachers' Association is excited to offer a $500 scholarship for the 2025-2026 school year. This scholarship is aimed at encouraging young individuals in our county who are pu...
May 08, 2025
FAIRFIELD LIONS CLUB STAR STUDENT SELECTED ALONG WITH TEACHERS & EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR
Star Student Ava Best left to right: Rod Vaughn Lions President and selection committee, Kerri Merritt Educator of the Year, Tammy Austin High Star Teacher, David Savage selection committee cha...
May 07, 2025
TWO GUILTY PLEAS HANDED DOWN IN WAYNE COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT TUESDAY
Two individuals entered guilty pleas in Wayne County Circuit Court Tuesday. 40-year-old George W. Rankin IV admitted in court Tuesday to violating a previous probation sentence for Unlawful Possession...
May 07, 2025
HAMILTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP SCRAMBLE GOLF OUTING
The Hamilton Memorial Hospital Foundation announces the 20th Annual Scholarship Scramble Golf Outing, set to take place on Friday, June 6th at the McLeansboro Golf Course. This event is dedicated to r...
May 07, 2025
WOODLAWN, IL WOMAN FACES OVER 100 INHUMANE TREATMENT CHARGES IN KENTUCKY PUPPY MILL CASE
A woman from Woodlawn, Illinois, is facing more than 100 charges after authorities uncovered a puppy mill with over 120 dogs living in extremely poor conditions inside an abandoned veterinary clinic n...
May 07, 2025
WEST SALEM BOARD MEETING RECAP FROM APRIL 28TH
During the April 28th meeting, the West Salem Village Board discussed several important topics and upcoming plans. A representative from the Rural Community Assistance Program will attend the June boa...
May 07, 2025
SENATOR FOWLER SPONSORS LEGISLATION TO COMBAT DEER OVERPOPULATION AND PROTECT FARMLAND
In response to ongoing concerns from farmers across the 59th Senate District about the damaging effects of deer overpopulation, State Senator Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg) is sponsoring legislation aimed...
May 07, 2025