Category Archives: Local News

Authorities are identifying two people killed in a mass shooting in Mount Vernon. Police say gunfire erupted early yesterday in the 600 block of South 15th Street. Zomarrius Williams, Demonta Woodward...

The Wayne City Unit 100 School District's online registration for all students entering kindergarten through 12th grade for the 2025-2026 school year is currently underway and is now available for ret...

Blessed Blooms Flower Farm & Market is inviting families to take part in a creative and educational evening with their "Parents Night Out: Kids Workshop" on Tuesday, July 29th, from 5:30 to 7:00 p...

The Bridge Church in Fairfield will host a School Supply Giveaway on Wednesday, July 30th, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, offering help for families as they prepare for the upcoming school year. The event w...

The American Red Cross is calling on donors to be a force for good by giving blood during July. There is an urgent need for type O+ and O- donors to help meet increased hospital demands. A blood drive...

(Mt. Vernon) -- Two individuals have been confirmed dead following reports of gunfire just before 1 a.m. Sunday morning. According to Mt. Vernon Police Department Assistant Chief, Travis Chapman, offi...

Four individuals were sentenced Thursday in Wayne County Circuit Court. According to court records, Ebert Pashea, of Mt. Vernon, IL, pled guilty to a charge of Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine, ...

(Albion) -- Illinois Extension's Summer Twilight Series will wrap up its annual program in August with a stop in Sumner. According to Illinois Extension Marketing and Communications Program Coordinato...

(Edwards County) - The Edwards County 4-H Poultry Show took place Thursday evening, showcasing top youth talent in various poultry divisions. In the white egg layers category, Josie Shelby earned Best...

(Edwards County) -- The Edwards County Equine show was held Friday. The Senior Showmanship winner was Aleya Bare, who received a belt buckle in Memory of Mary Bailey. The Junior Showmanship winner was...