Category Archives: Local News
TWO AREA MEN ARRESTED ON SEPARATE WARRANTS
Two area men were arrested on separate warrants by the Wayne County Sheriff's Department. 25-year-old Bradly W. Cummins of Grayville was arrested Monday on a Wayne County warrant to revoke prob...
Jul 08, 2025
SEPTEMBER 25TH PRE-TRIAL HEARING SET IN VALENTINE MURDER CASE
In a significant development in the ongoing investigation into the November 5, 2024, murder of Edwards County Circuit Judge Michael Valentine, the court has ordered that Megan Valentine must unlock he...
Jul 08, 2025
MT. VERNON PHYSICIAN CONVICTED ON 105 COUNTS OF ANIMAL ABUSE IN KENTUCKY
A Mt. Vernon, Illinois family physician, Dr. Suzanne Alt, has been convicted of 105 counts of animal abuse following a jury trial last week in McCracken County District Court. Investigators uncovered ...
Jul 08, 2025
WAYNE COUNTY 4-H AUCTION TO BE HELD THURSDAY
Wayne County 4-H members will sell their livestock projects at the Wayne County 4-H Auction on Thursday, July 10th during the Wayne County Fair. The auction begins at 5:30 p.m. at the 4-H Livestock Ar...
Jul 08, 2025
EDWARDS COUNTY SCHOOLS ANNOUNCE 2025-2026 REGISTRATION SCHEDULE AND FEES
Edwards County Schools have announced the registration schedule and fee structure for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year. Registration will be open to all students attending Albion Grade School, West ...
Jul 08, 2025
THE UNIT TATTOO IN MCLEANSBORO ACCEPTING DONATIONS FOR BACK TO SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE
The Unit Tattoo, located on South Marshall Avenue in McLeansboro, is now accepting donations for its Back to School Supply Drive. Needed items include #2 yellow pencils, markers, crayons, plain folder...
Jul 08, 2025
FRIDAY FUN EVENT IN WAYNE CITY PARK ON JULY 11TH
The public is invited to the Wayne City Park on Friday, July 11th featuring live music, a food truck, and a market. The event kicks off at 6 p.m. Enjoy a free concert by Handsome Howie, along with Bil...
Jul 08, 2025
ILLINOIS CROPS FEEL THE IMPACT OF WEATHER EXTREMES
Weather extremes across Illinois are beginning to affect crop conditions, with too much rain in the south and drought conditions in the north. These challenges are evident in the latest USDA crop prog...
Jul 08, 2025
DIESEL FUEL SPILL DISCOVERED IN JOHNSON CREEK AT LEO FRENCH PARK
A diesel fuel spill was discovered Sunday afternoon in the Johnson Creek area of Leo French Park, prompting immediate response from city officials and cleanup crews. Mayor Gary Moore provided details ...
Jul 08, 2025
WAYNE COUNTY FAIR QUEEN PAGEANT TONIGHT
The Wayne County Fair Queen Pageant will be held tonight (Tuesday) at at the fair grandstand. The winner of the 2025 Miss Wayne County Fair Queen title will represent the county at the 2026 Miss Illin...
Jul 08, 2025