Category Archives: Local News
FORMER MARION COUNTY CORONER CHARGED WITH SEVEN COUNTS OF AGGRAVATED CRIMINAL SEXUAL ABUSE
A former Marion County Coroner, Troy Cannon, 63, of Iuka, has been charged with seven counts of aggravated criminal sexual abuse involving two minor girls. Cannon made his first appearance in Marion C...
Jun 26, 2025
FAIRFIELD CITY BAND CONCERT TONIGHT ON COURTHOUSE LAWN
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...
Jun 26, 2025
IECC AND WABASH GENERAL HOSPITAL CELEBRATE LAUNCH OF PARAMEDIC PROGRAM AFTER SECURING ACCREDITATION MILESTONE
Illinois Eastern Community Colleges (IECC) and Wabash General Hospital (WGH) have reached a major milestone in their efforts to expand healthcare education in southeastern Illinois. Their newly develo...
Jun 26, 2025
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ENCOURAGED TO BECOME ELECTION JUDGES FOR 2026 ELECTION
High school students are being offered a unique opportunity to get involved in the democratic process ahead of the 2026 election-by serving as student election judges. Even if they aren't old enough t...
Jun 26, 2025
CLAY COUNTY TO HOST FIRST-EVER SUBSTANCE USE RESOURCE & EDUCATION SYMPOSIUM AUGUST 7TH
The Clay County Health Department, in collaboration with the Coalition Against Drug Abuse of Clay County, SIU School of Medicine, and Birth to Five Illinois, will host the county's first Substance Use...
Jun 26, 2025
IDNR AND STATE FIRE MARSHAL URGE FIREWORKS SAFETY AHEAD OF JULY CELEBRATIONS
As communities across Illinois prepare to celebrate Independence Day, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) are urging individual...
Jun 26, 2025
FLORA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PREPARES FOR 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION
The Flora Chamber Of Commerce is preparing for this year's Independence Day festivities promising an unforgettable day of entertainment, food, and patriotism. Events start at 12 noon and run until 8pm...
Jun 26, 2025
CARMI CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 50/50 SUMMER RAFFLE
The Carmi Chamber of Commerce is launching their 50/50 Summer Raffle. Every ticket purchased helps support the Carmi Chamber's mission to boost local businesses and fuel growth in Carmi Tickets are ju...
Jun 26, 2025
CITY OF FAIRFIELD TO HOST INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
The City of Fairfield invites the public to its annual Independence Day Celebration on Thursday, July 3rd at Southwest Park. The event runs from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., with fireworks to follow at dar...
Jun 26, 2025
3RD ANNUAL MARY LOU MUSIC FEST SET FOR JULY 5TH ALONG WITH CISNE FIRE DEPARTMENT FIREWORKS AT 9PM
Residents in Cisne are gearing up for the third annual Mary Lou Fest, scheduled to take place on July 5th at 102 Duker Drive in Cisne. The festival promises a fun-filled day with before and after fire...
Jun 26, 2025