Category Archives: Local News

The Wayne County Democratic Party met last (Wednesday) night at the Wayne County Courthouse.   Upcoming Events include participation at Cisne Reunion, Geff Frontier Days, Fairfield Fall Fun Fest,...

  Construction on a new 4-story Comfort Inn & Suites on Fairfield's west side is expected to begin this fall, according to Fairfield Mayor Gary Moore.   The project, led by a developer f...

Tuesday afternoon, the Wayne County Sheriff's Department arrested 34-year-old Tera Singh of Albion on a Wayne County warrant. Singh faces charges of two counts of retail theft and one count of forgery...

Get ready to "Have a Monster Time" at the 2025 Edwards County Fair, happening July 23 through August 2 in Albion. This year's fair promises a thrilling mix of family fun, entertainment, motorsports, a...

Sixty-eight Wayne County 4-H members showcased and sold their livestock projects last week during the Wayne County Fair as part of the annual Wayne County 4-H Auction. Sponsored by the Wayne County 4-...

The Edwards County Fair is revving up for its annual Car, Tractor, and ATV Show on Saturday, July 26th on the Edwards County Courthouse square in Albion. With the theme "Vintage Wheels, Timeless Appea...

Edwards Country 4-H Shows continue during the upcoming Edwards County Fair with a full schedule of livestock and animal shows, highlighting months of care and training by local youth. Events will be h...

Illinois joined the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's (FMCSA) National Registry Integration Initiative as of June 30th, changing how Commercial Driver's License (CDL) medical certification...

Illinois, already ranked as having the highest wireless taxes in the nation, has increased the cost of staying connected even further. As of July 1st, the state's local wireless tax rose from 7% to 8....

  The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's assistance in identifying persons of interest connected to a recent theft in the Mount Vernon area.   If you recognize the ...