Category Archives: Local News
CURRENT RIVER STAGES REPORTED BY US GEOLOGICAL SURVEY FOR WEDNESDAY, MAY 27TH
Here are the latest river stage readings for the region: Little Wabash east of Fairfield: 25.40 feet (Flood stage: 17 feet) Currently above flood stage. Skillet Fork at Wayne City: 5.53 feet (Flood st...
May 27, 2026
FAIRFIELD PUBLIC GOLF COURSE TO HOST PAR 3 SCRAMBLE JUNE 6TH
The Fairfield Public Golf Course will host a Par 3 Scramble on June 6, with the event sponsored by COUNTRY Financial representative Alex Atwood. The tournament will feature a two-man scramble format w...
May 27, 2026
GEFF RURITAN CLUB TO HOST FISH FRY FRIDAY, MAY 29TH
The Geff Ruritan Club will be holding a Fish Fry on Friday, May 29th from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. at the Geff Ruritan Building. The menu features fish, baked beans, hush puppies, slaw, and a drink-all for j...
May 27, 2026
BROOKSTONE ESTATES HOSTS PORK BURGER SALE TO SUPPORT ALZHEIMER'S ASSOCIATION
Brookstone Estates of Fairfield is stepping up to support the fight against Alzheimer's with a special Pork Burger Sale fundraiser. The event will take place on June 6th from 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (o...
May 27, 2026
ALBION AREA CHURCHES OFFER FREE SUMMER LUNCH PROGRAM FOR KIDS
Several Albion area churches are teaming up to provide free sack lunches for children as part of the Albion Summer Lunch Program. The initiative begins June 1st and continues through July 24th, with l...
May 27, 2026
HOMESTEAD VINEYARDS TO HOST FREEDOM FESTIVAL JUNE 27TH
Homestead Vineyards in West Salem is set to host its annual Freedom Festival on June 27th at 1785 County Road 775 East. The event kicks off with live music from Jake Perry from 1 to 3 p.m., followed b...
May 27, 2026
ALBION PUBLIC LIBRARY TO HOST SUMMER STORY HOUR FOR CHILDREN AGES 4-10
The Albion Public Library is kicking off its Summer Story Hour program for kids ages 4 to 10, starting Wednesday, June 3rd. Story Hour will be held each Wednesday morning from 10:30 a.m. to noon at th...
May 27, 2026
MCLEANSBORO CITY POOL ANNOUNCES 2026 SUMMER HOURS, PARTY BOOKINGS, AND FEES
The McLeansboro City Pool is gearing up for the 2026 summer season with updated hours, party options, and special pricing for community members looking to beat the heat. The pool is set to open on Thu...
May 27, 2026
EDWARDS COUNTY JFL FOOTBALL CAMP SET FOR JUNE 8-10 AT EDWARDS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL FIELD
Young athletes are invited to take part in the Edwards County JFL Football Camp, scheduled for June 8th-10th at the Edwards County High School football field. Camp sessions will run each day from 9:00...
May 27, 2026
CUMBERLAND CHAPEL CHURCH TO CELEBRATE 140TH ANNIVERSARY JUNE 6TH
Cumberland Chapel Church will mark its 140th anniversary with a day of music, food, and fellowship on Saturday, June 6th. The celebration will take place at the church, located at 2096 County Road 132...
May 27, 2026