Category Archives: Local News
CISNE REUNION RETURNS TONIGHT (WEDNESDAY) WITH FOUR DAYS OF FAMILY FUN
The 2026 Cisne Reunion returns this week with four days of entertainment, community activities and hometown celebrations beginning tonight (Wednesday) and continuing through Saturday. This year's reun...
Aug 5, 2026
TWO ARRESTED ON WAYNE COUNTY RETAIL THEFT WARRANTS
The Wayne County Sheriff's Department arrested two Fairfield residents on retail theft warrants Monday. Deputies arrested 34-year-old Jessica Tryon of Fairfield on a Wayne County warrant charging her ...
Aug 5, 2026
FEDERAL DISASTER LOANS AVAILABLE FOR WAYNE COUNTY STORM VICTIMS
Residents, businesses and nonprofit organizations affected by the June 21st tornado and severe storms in Wayne County are now eligible to apply for federal disaster assistance following approval of a ...
Aug 5, 2026
FAIRFIELD CITY POOL TO CLOSE PUBLIC SWIM SEASON SUNDAY, TWO FREE SWIM EVENTS THIS WEEKEND
The Fairfield City Swimming Pool is preparing to wrap up its regular public swim season this weekend. The final day for regular public swimming will be Sunday with pool hours from 1 to 5 p.m. Previous...
Aug 5, 2026
ALBION ARTS COUNCIL TO HOST SECOND ANNUAL ARTISAN BRICK RUN SEPTEMBER 12TH
The Albion Arts Council is inviting runners and walkers of all experience levels to participate in the Second Annual Albion Artisan Brick Run on Saturday, September 12th in Albion. Participants can ch...
Aug 5, 2026
GRAYVILLE DAYS TO FEATURE INAUGURAL MOTORCYCLE SHOW
A new attraction is coming to Grayville Days 2026 with the addition of a Motorcycle Show on Sunday, September 6th The event will give motorcycle enthusiasts the opportunity to showcase their bikes and...
Aug 5, 2026
5150 BLESSED MANNA HOUSE FOOD PANTRY SERVING FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY
Residents in need of food assistance are invited to visit the 5150 Blessed Manna House Food Pantry in Fairfield. The pantry is located at 107 Southeast 2nd Street and provides fresh food and essential...
Aug 5, 2026
AMERICAN PICKERS SEEKING ILLINOIS COLLECTIONS FOR SEPTEMBER FILMING
If you've been holding onto a unique collection of antiques or vintage treasures, you could have the opportunity to appear on national television. The History Channel's American Pickers will be filmin...
Aug 5, 2026
MERRIAM COMMUNITY CHURCH TO HOST FREE FOOD DISTRIBUTION THURSDAY
Merriam Community Church will host a free food distribution on Thursday for area residents. The distribution will take place from 3 to 5 p.m. at the church, located at 846 County Road 2300 East in Fai...
Aug 5, 2026
PORK BURGER FUNDRAISER TO BENEFIT K-9 PROGRAMS SATURDAY IN FAIRFIELD
Beyond the Badge FOP Lodge #303 will host a Pork Burger Sale on Saturday to raise money for local law enforcement K-9 programs. The fundraiser will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Save A Lot in Fair...
Aug 5, 2026