Category Archives: Local News
FAIRFIELD AMERICAN LEGION REOPENS WITH LIMITED HOURS
The Fairfield American Legion has reopened its doors, now operating under limited hours. The Legion will be open Wednesday through Friday from 1 p.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday from 12 p.m. to 11 p.m., and ...
Mar 23, 2026
SEIAOA TO LAUNCH STRESS-BUSTING PROGRAM FOR FAMILY CAREGIVERS BEGINNING TOMORROW (TUESDAY)
The Southeastern Illinois Agency on Aging (SEIAOA) will kick off a new Stress-Busting Program for family caregivers beginning tomorrow and every Tuesday.. The nine-week program starts at 10:30 a.m. an...
Mar 23, 2026
CISNE FIRE DEPARTMENT TO HOST ANNUAL FISH FRY MARCH 28TH
The Cisne/Bedford Township Fire Department will be hosting its Annual Fish Fry on Saturday, March 28th, at the Cisne Fire Department, located at 303 Railroad Street in Cisne. The event will take place...
Mar 23, 2026
ILLINOIS EXTENSION TO HOST HOUSEPLANT CARE WORKSHOP IN MT. CARMEL
Houseplant enthusiasts are invited to refresh their indoor gardens at the upcoming Repotting and Caring for Houseplants Workshop, hosted by Illinois Extension on Tuesday, April 21st from 5 to 6:30 p.m...
Mar 23, 2026
Vehicle Accident with Injuries on Illinois Route 15 East of Fairfield Friday Morning
A multi-vehicle accident with injuries occurred late Friday morning on Illinois Route 15 just east of Fairfield, near the west drive to the Fairfield Rural Fire Department Station and the former Vaugh...
Mar 21, 2026
Wayne County Farm Bureau Announces 2026 Community Impact Grant Recipients
The Wayne County Farm Bureau has announced the recipients of its 2026 Community Impact Grants, awarding a total of $9,000 to seven local organizations for projects that aim to make a lasting differenc...
Mar 21, 2026
Weather Update
A warm weekend is expected for the southeastern Illinois region, followed by temperatures returning closer to normal to start next week. The latest forecast from the National Weather Service in Paduca...
Mar 21, 2026
Proposed Bill Would Require Illinois High Schools to Offer Voter Registration
A proposed bill bearing the name of the late Rev. Jesse Jackson would require high schools in Illinois to offer a voter registration opportunity for all eligible students graduating from high schools ...
Mar 21, 2026
Illinois Sets New Record for Winter Wheat Yield in 2025
ILLINOIS SETS NEW RECORD FOR WINTER WHEAT YIELD IN 2025 Illinois farmers achieved a new record for winter wheat yields in 2025, averaging 88 bushels per acre, according to USDA data. This surpasses th...
Mar 21, 2026
Illinois Farm Bureau Callls on Members to Back 2026 Farm Bill
The Illinois Farm Bureau is mobilizing its members to urge congressional support for the proposed 2026 farm bill. House Agriculture Committee Chair Glenn "GT" Thompson introduced the Farm, Food...
Mar 21, 2026