Category Archives: Local News

FAIRFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY HOLDING SUMMER ACTIVITY MORNINGS FOR KIDS
The Fairfield Public Library is inviting children and families to their summer with a series of fun, educational, and interactive Summer Activity Mornings on Wednesdays. . Each event begins at 10:00 a...
Mark Wells Jul 02, 2025

WABASH VALLEY CHAPTER TO HOST ANTIQUE TRUCK SHOW AT WAYNE COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS
The Wabash Valley Chapter of the American Truck Historical Society (A.T.H.S.) is gearing up to host its annual Antique Truck Show on Saturday, July 12th at the Wayne County Fairgrounds in Fairfield. &...
Mark Wells Jul 02, 2025

FEED MY SHEEP SOUP KITCHEN ANNOUNCES TEMPORARY CLOSURE FOR HOLIDAY AND RENOVATIONS
Feed My Sheep Soup Kitchen, located at 200 W. Main Street in Fairfield has announced a temporary closure in observance of the Fourth of July holiday and for upcoming renovations. The kitchen will be c...
Mark Wells Jul 02, 2025

VA TO VISIT HOPE CENTER IN ALBION ON TODAY TO ASSIST LOCAL VETERANS
Veterans and their families are invited to meet with representatives from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs at the Hope Center this (Wednesday) morning beginning at 9:00 a.m. The VA team will re...
Mark Wells Jul 02, 2025

RAPID STROKE RESPONSE AT HAMILTON MEMORIAL HIGHLIGHTS LIFESAVING LOCAL EXPERTISE
(Pictured is Carlee H. and Madison L. who are both RN's in Hamilton Memorial's Emergency Department.) A recent emergency at Hamilton Memorial Hospital serves as a powerful testament to the crit...
Mark Wells Jul 02, 2025

FAIRFIELD MAN ARRESTED ON WAYNE COUNTY WARRANT MONDAY NIGHT
Wayne County Sheriff's Deputies arrested 48-year-old Michael A. Vaughan of Fairfield Monday night around 7:30 p.m. Deputies observed Vaughan standing near a vehicle and, knowing he had an activ...
Mark Wells Jul 01, 2025

INDIANA MOVES TO REDEFINE BORDER WITH ILLINOIS, BUT ILLINOIS SHOWS NO INTEREST IN SECESSION
The Republican-led state government in Indiana is moving forward with plans to potentially add like-minded counties from Illinois to their state. However, it appears unlikely that Illinois will partic...
Mark Wells Jul 01, 2025

EDWARDS COUNTY 4-H FOOD AND CLOTHING SHOW CELEBRATES SUCCESS AND DELEGATES TO STATE FAIR
The Edwards County 4-H Food and Clothing Show took place Monday, evening showcasing the talents and hard work of local 4-H members. The event featured judging of food exhibits by Sharlee Aaron, Bonita...
Mark Wells Jul 01, 2025

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE TROOP 9 REPORTS JUNE ACE PATROL RESULTS
Captain Nathan Douglas, Commander of Illinois State Police Troop 9, announced the results of Alcohol Countermeasure Enforcement (ACE) patrols conducted in Marion and Wayne counties during June. These ...
Mark Wells Jul 01, 2025

INTEGRITY INVESTMENTS OF CHICAGO SUES COUNTIES OVER DELINQUENT PROPERTY TAX SALES
Integrity Investments of Chicago is suing the treasurers and clerks of over 61 counties including Clay and White in Illinois over the manner in which delinquent property tax sales are conducted. The c...
Mark Wells Jul 01, 2025