Category Archives: Local News
NASA STANDARD INITIATOR WINS "THE COOLEST THING MADE IN ILLINOIS" TITLE IN 2026 MAKERS MADNESS CONTEST
The NASA Standard Initiator, produced by Chemring Energetic Devices in Downers Grove, has been named "The Coolest Thing Made in Illinois" for 2026, following a public vote in the annual Makers Madness...
Apr 16, 2026
ILLINOIS PETROLEUM RESOURCE BOARD LAUNCHES CDL TRAINING REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM TO ADDRESS DRIVER SHORTAGE
In response to a growing demand for CDL truck drivers in the Illinois Basin oil production industry, the Illinois Petroleum Resource Board (IPRB) has announced a new cost reimbursement program for CDL...
Apr 16, 2026
STATE HEALTH INSURANCE COSTS TO RISE, IMPACTING BUDGET AND EMPLOYEES
Illinois health insurance costs are set to climb again next year, putting more pressure on the state budget and raising expenses for state employees. Officials from the Department of Central Managemen...
Apr 16, 2026
FCHS BOARD MEETS TONIGHT (THURSDAY)
The Fairfield Community High School (FCHS) Board of Education will hold its regular meeting on tonight (Thursday) at 6:00 p.m. in the FCHS Study Hall. The agenda includes a roll call, approval of prev...
Apr 16, 2026
ACCIDENT INVOLVING ANHYDROUS TANKER FORCES JOHNSONVILLE SCHOOL EVACUATION
An accident involving a semi-truck carrying anhydrous ammonia led to the evacuation of Johnsonville Grade School on Tuesday afternoon as a precautionary measure. The incident occurred when a se...
Apr 16, 2026
WAYNE CITY'S MISS BEAN QUEEN ORGANIZES TOY DRIVE FOR HOSPITALIZED CHILDREN
Wayne City's Miss Bean Queen, Ava Minor, is leading a heartfelt initiative to bring comfort and joy to children in the hospital by organizing a community toy drive. Inspired by her desire to help othe...
Apr 16, 2026
FAIRFIELD FFA LIVESTOCK JUDGING TEAM PLACES 12TH AT MURRAY STATE FIELD DAY
The Fairfield FFA chapter achieved an impressive showing at the Murray State Field Day held Wednesday in Murray, Kentucky. The Livestock Judging team, consisting of Gracie Atwood, Gracie Toombs, Charl...
Apr 16, 2026
EDWARDS COUNTY FFA LIVESTOCK JUDGING TEAM EARNS TOP HONORS AT NEWTON INVITATIONAL
The Edwards County FFA Livestock CDE team has had a busy and successful season. On April 9th, the team traveled to Lincolnland, where they placed 27th. Shortly after, they competed at the Newton Invit...
Apr 16, 2026
CHILD FIND/PRESCHOOL SCREENING TO BE HELD FOR ALL NORTH WAYNE SCHOOLS ON MONDAY
North Wayne Schools will conduct a Child Find/Preschool Screening for children ages 3 to 5 who are not yet enrolled in public school and are not yet eligible for kindergarten. The screening is schedul...
Apr 16, 2026
CHILD FIND PRESCHOOL SCREENINGS SCHEDULED FOR APRIL 22-23 AT NORTH SIDE SCHOOL
Fairfield Public School District #112, in cooperation with Jasper, New Hope, and Geff School Districts, will conduct Child Find/Preschool Screenings for area children ages 3 to 5. The screenings will ...
Apr 16, 2026