Category Archives: Local News

The Fairfield Community High School Board of Education will meet on Monday, June 23rd beginning at 6:00 p.m. in the FCHS Study Hall, for a public budget hearing followed immediately by its regular mon...

Today, Americans observe Juneteenth, the federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. Here's a look at what's open and closed in recognition of the day:   Retail & G...

The Edwards County School Board has named Bobby Brake as the new head basketball coach at Albion Grade School. The decision was made during Tuesday night's board meeting. Brake has served as an assist...

The Fairfield City Band concert is tonight and will take place on the lawn of the Wayne County Courthouse.   Community members are encouraged to bring their lawn chairs, invite friends, and enjoy...

Members of the Edwards County FFA chapter attended the 97th annual Illinois FFA State Convention June 10-12 along with more than 5,000 other FFA members, advisors, and guests. With a 2025 theme of "Th...

Jordan J. Clevenger, 28, of Sesser, appeared in Wayne County Circuit Court on Tuesday and pled guilty to Unlawful Interference with the Reporting of Domestic Violence.   Clevenger was sentenced t...

Wayne County Crimestoppers is seeking information in connection with two recent thefts and is offering a cash reward for tips leading to an arrest.   An ATV was reported stolen from the residence...

Heavy rains that dropped 2 to 3 inches across the area on Monday led to flooding in several low-lying parts of Clay County, setting the stage for a late-night rescue effort after three individuals wen...

The Board of Trustees of the Illinois Eastern Community College (IECC) District held its regular meeting Tuesday at Lincoln Trail College.   During the meeting, Chancellor Gower recognized Dr. Ja...

IIllinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed Illinois' fiscal year 2026 budget into law Monday, approving the largest spending plan in state history at $55.1 billion. The budget takes effect July 1st and i...