Category Archives: Local News

Fairfield Memorial Hospital is proud to announce the launch of a new, cutting-edge Urology Clinic, offering comprehensive care for a wide range of urologic conditions through a unique collaboration wi...

Kane Borah, Wayne City High School Senior of the Year   Wayne City High School seniors who received a scholarship from the Wayne City High School Scholarship Foundation.   Wayne City High Sc...

The Fairfield community is invited to celebrate the grand reopening of the newly remodeled Walmart Supercenter, located at 150 Commerce Drive tomorrow (Friday, May 9th) at 9:30am. The event will featu...

Authorities responded to a domestic disturbance early Wednesday morning at a residence in Mt. Vernon, resulting in the arrest of 19-year-old Chance G. Cruise.   According to the Jefferson County ...

Meat from the 2024 Illinois State Fair Sale of Champions is now being donated to Feeding Illinois food banks through a new partnership aimed at supporting local communities. The initiative is a collab...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...