Category Archives: Local News

GM RECALLS OVER 62,000 CHEVROLET SILVERADO PICKUPS DUE TO FIRE RISK
General Motors is recalling more than 62,000 Chevrolet Silverado pickups due to a potential fire hazard linked to the brake pressure sensor assembly. According to GM, the sensor may leak brake ...
Mark Wells Jul 02, 2025

NIEMERG CALLS FOR RESIGNATION OF ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS DIRECTOR
State Representative Adam Niemerg is calling for the resignation of Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) Director Latoya Hughes, citing continued safety concerns within state correctional facilit...
Mark Wells Jul 02, 2025

RECALL OF NEARLY 150,000 POUNDS OF BOLOGNA NATIONWIDE
Gaiser's European Style Provisions Inc. has issued a recall for nearly 150,000 pounds of bologna nationwide due to misbranding. The USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service stated that the recalled p...
Mark Wells Jul 02, 2025

BASHORE TRASH SERVICE ANNOUNCES TEMPORARY DELAY IN PICKUP SCHEDULE
Bashore Trash Service has announced a temporary suspension of its regular trash pickup schedule this week due to mechanical issues. According to the company, their trash truck is currently unde...
Mark Wells Jul 02, 2025

FCHS ANNOUNCES REGISTRATION DETAILS FOR 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR
Fairfield Community High School has released registration details for all new and returning students for the 2025-2026 school year. Registration will be required for all students and will be offered b...
Mark Wells Jul 02, 2025

FAIRFIELD MEMORIAL HOSPITAL TO OFFER REDUCED RATE LAB TESTING JULY 14TH THROUGH JULY 26TH
Fairfield Memorial Hospital will host its annual Reduced Rate Lab Testing event from July 14 through July 26, offering patients access to essential lab tests at discounted prices across five co...
Mark Wells Jul 02, 2025

ALBION ARTS COUNCIL & CITIZENS NATIONAL BANK TO HOST FOUNDER'S DAY TEA PARTY JULY 5TH
The Albion Arts Council and Citizens National Bank invites the public to an afternoon of tea and treats at the Founder's Day Tea Party, set for Saturday, July 5th, from 1:00pm to 3:00pm on West...
Mark Wells Jul 02, 2025

FAIRFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY HOLDING SUMMER ACTIVITY MORNINGS FOR KIDS
The Fairfield Public Library is inviting children and families to their summer with a series of fun, educational, and interactive Summer Activity Mornings on Wednesdays. . Each event begins at 10:00 a...
Mark Wells Jul 02, 2025

WABASH VALLEY CHAPTER TO HOST ANTIQUE TRUCK SHOW AT WAYNE COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS
The Wabash Valley Chapter of the American Truck Historical Society (A.T.H.S.) is gearing up to host its annual Antique Truck Show on Saturday, July 12th at the Wayne County Fairgrounds in Fairfield. &...
Mark Wells Jul 02, 2025

FEED MY SHEEP SOUP KITCHEN ANNOUNCES TEMPORARY CLOSURE FOR HOLIDAY AND RENOVATIONS
Feed My Sheep Soup Kitchen, located at 200 W. Main Street in Fairfield has announced a temporary closure in observance of the Fourth of July holiday and for upcoming renovations. The kitchen will be c...
Mark Wells Jul 02, 2025