Category Archives: Local News
FAIRFIELD CITY COUNCIL MEETING HIGHLIGHTS FROM TUESDAY NIGHT
The Fairfield City Council met last (Tuesday) night with a very light agenda. The council approved two redevelopment agreements. $33,000 for Five Brother Restaurant for a roof and HVAC replacement and...
Jan 29, 2025
DUQUOIN STATE FAIR ANNOUNCES 2025 OPENING ACT FOR AUGUST 29TH
Jake Owen is set to perform at the Du Quoin State Fair Grandstand on Friday, August 29th. The country music star, known for his 10 No. 1 hit singles and over 2.5 billion US on-demand streams, is a bel...
Jan 29, 2025
SENATOR TERRI BRYANT RETAINS LEADERSHIP ROLE AND ANNOUNCES COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS
As lawmakers reconvene at the Capitol for the inaugural week of legislative action following the January 8th inauguration, State Senator Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) proudly announces her committee as...
Jan 29, 2025
GRAYVILLE CITY COUNCIL MET MONDAY NIGHT, LEADERS LOOK INTO ESTABLISHING UTILITY DEPOSITS
The Grayville City Council met on Monday night, with one of the key agenda items being a discussion on utility deposits. Currently, renters are required to pay a $250 deposit for utilities, while home...
Jan 29, 2025
JEFFERSON COUNTY INTRODUCES NEW CIVILIAN ASSISTANCE PLAN FOR EMERGENCIES
The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office has announced that rural residents will soon receive a letter from Sheriff Bullard regarding the newly established Civilian Assistance Plan (CAP). According to a ...
Jan 29, 2025
ILLINOIS SENATE GOP PUSHES FOR ENHANCED COOPERATION BETWEEN LAW ENFORCEMENT AND ICE
State Senator Terri Bryant, alongside two colleagues, is championing a new legislative proposal aimed at improving cooperation between Illinois law enforcement and Immigration and Customs Enforcement ...
Jan 29, 2025
WAYNE CITY SENIOR OF THE MONTH FOR JANUARY SELECTED
Wayne City High School has selected their Senior Of The Month for January. Kenna Anselment, daughter of Gregory & Samantha Anselment is involved in numerous activities at Wayne City High Sc...
Jan 28, 2025
FAIRFIELD WALMART BEGIN MAJOR INTERIOR RENOVATION PROJECT
Fairfield Walmart is currently undergoing a significant renovation project, estimated to cost up to $1.2 million. Submitted plans to the City of Fairfield indicate that the renovations will focus on n...
Jan 28, 2025
ILLINOIS TREASURER'S OFFICE RETURNS NEARLY $299 MILLION IN MISSING FUNDS IN 2024
The Illinois State Treasurer's Office recently announced that they have returned nearly $299 million in missing funds in 2024, according to Treasurer Michael Frerichs. Through the I-CASH program, over...
Jan 28, 2025
4TH ANNUAL OILFIELD WORKER APPRECIATION DAY SET FOR FEBRUARY 27TH
The Illinois Petroleum Resources Board has announced the 4th Annual Illinois Basin Celebration. The Oilfield Worker Appreciation Day is set for Thursday, February 27th, at the 404 Seed Station in Carm...
Jan 28, 2025