Category Archives: Local News
Former Marion County Coroner Troy Cannon To Face Jury Trial on Felony Sexual Abuse Charges
Troy Cannon, former Marion County, Illinois coroner, appeared recently at the Marion County Courthouse as the prosecution confirmed that all evidence has been reviewed and a jury trial has been...
May 09, 2026
WAYNE COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT HANDS DOWN SENTENCES, DISMISSES CHARGES, AND ACCEPTS GUILTY PLEAS
The Wayne County Circuit Court was busy Thursday as four individuals received sentences. Brandon Lee Thomas, 27, of Geff, admitted to violating his probation. Thomas had originally been charged...
May 08, 2026
WAYNE COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT ARRESTS CHARLESTON WOMAN ON AGGRAVATED IDENTITY THEFT WARRANT
WAYNE COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT ARRESTS CHARLESTON WOMAN ON AGGRAVATED IDENTITY THEFT WARRANT The Wayne County Sheriff's Department arrested 21-year-old Madison Lisman of Charleston on Thursd...
May 08, 2026
WAYNE COUNTY PROPERTY TAXPAYERS MEET TO DISCUSS ASSESSMENT PROCESS, ANSWER COMMUNITY QUESTIONS
A group of concerned Wayne County residents hosted an informational meeting Wednesday night at the Mt. Erie Ruritan Building to help fellow residents better understand the property assessment process ...
May 08, 2026
FAIRFIELD LIONS CLUB HOSTS 3RD ANNUAL CAR SHOW ON MAY 16TH
The Fairfield Lions Club is gearing up for its 3rd Annual Car Show, set to take place on May 16th at Leo French Park in Fairfield. Car enthusiasts from across the region are invited to attend t...
May 08, 2026
REND LAKE BEACHES TO OPEN FOR SUMMER SEASON MAY 15TH
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced that two beaches at Rend Lake will open for the summer season beginning May 15th. Officials say both South Sandusky Beach and North Marcum Beach will welcome...
May 08, 2026
FORD RECALLS MORE THAN 179,000 VEHICLES OVER SEAT FRAME DEFECT
Ford Motor Company is recalling more than 179,000 vehicles due to a defect involving the front seat frame in certain late-model SUVs and pickup trucks. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety...
May 08, 2026
ILLINOIS LAW ENFORCEMENT GATHERS IN SPRINGFIELD TO HONOR FALLEN OFFICERS AT ANNUAL MEMORIAL
Law enforcement officers from across Illinois gathered in Springfield on Thursday to honor fallen colleagues during the annual Illinois Peace Officer Memorial Ceremony. The Illinois State Police (ISP)...
May 08, 2026
PREMIUM GUARD ACQUIRES CHAMPION LABS FACILITY IN ALBION, PLANS TO REBUILD WORKFORCE
A major acquisition is bringing new hope to Albion following the closure of Champion Laboratories earlier this year. Memphis Tennessee based Premium Guard, Inc. announced it has acquired key in...
May 08, 2026
FAIRFIELD RESIDENTS ADVISED OF UPCOMING CITYWIDE HYDRANT FLUSHING
The City of Fairfield Water Distribution Department has announced that it will be flushing water hydrants throughout the city from May 11th to May 15th. This annual process is an important part of mai...
May 08, 2026