Category Archives: Local News

  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...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...

There were 5.9 days suitable for fieldwork during the week according to the USDA. The statewide average temperature was 81.4F, which is 7.3F above normal. Precipitation averaged 0.51 inches, falling 0...

Bridge Hamilton County is assisting children in Hamilton County. Back to school expenses can be significant, including registration, sports fees and gear, school physicals, and supplies. A quality pai...

Heavy rains in the northern part of Wayne County late Monday night resulted in Highway 45 north of Geff closed by Illinois State Police due to flash flooding in the area. The highway is now reopened. ...

Fairfield Police made two arrests over the weekend in unrelated cases involving outstanding warrants.   On Sunday at approximately 12:42 p.m., officers responded to a report of a domestic disturb...

33-year-old Isaiah D. Tapia was sentenced on Friday to four years in the Illinois Department of Corrections, followed by six months of mandatory supervised release. Tapia had previously pled guilty to...