Category Archives: Local News
COOLER TEMPERATURES ARRIVE TODAY (MONDAY), WARM-UP AND STORM CHANCES LATER IN THE WEEK
The National Weather Service has forecasted a noticeable change for today (Monday), as cooler air settles in behind a passing front. Daytime highs are expected to reach only the mid-50s, despite mainl...
Mar 23, 2026
OLNEY CENTRAL COLLEGE HOSTS FAFSA COMPLETION EVENT TOMORROW (TUESDAY)
Olney Central College will hold a FAFSA Completion event tomorrow (Tuesday) from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. in Room 205 of Wattleworth Hall. OCC Financial Aid experts will help students and parents file the Fr...
Mar 23, 2026
WAYNE COUNTY RETIRED TEACHERS ASSOCIATION TO HOLD APRIL MEETING AT FRONTIER COMMUNITY COLLEGE
The Wayne County Retired Teachers Association has announced its upcoming meeting, scheduled for Tuesday, April 7th. The gathering will take place at Bob Boyles Hall, located on the campus of Frontier ...
Mar 23, 2026
LA FUENTE TO HOST FUNDRAISER FOR SCHOOL SUPPLIES ON APRIL 7TH
La Fuente Mexican Restaurant in Fairfield is inviting the community to participate in a special fundraiser to support local students. On April 7th, La Fuente will donate 15% of all proceeds to help pu...
Mar 23, 2026
FAIRFIELD AMERICAN LEGION REOPENS WITH LIMITED HOURS
The Fairfield American Legion has reopened its doors, now operating under limited hours. The Legion will be open Wednesday through Friday from 1 p.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday from 12 p.m. to 11 p.m., and ...
Mar 23, 2026
SEIAOA TO LAUNCH STRESS-BUSTING PROGRAM FOR FAMILY CAREGIVERS BEGINNING TOMORROW (TUESDAY)
The Southeastern Illinois Agency on Aging (SEIAOA) will kick off a new Stress-Busting Program for family caregivers beginning tomorrow and every Tuesday.. The nine-week program starts at 10:30 a.m. an...
Mar 23, 2026
CISNE FIRE DEPARTMENT TO HOST ANNUAL FISH FRY MARCH 28TH
The Cisne/Bedford Township Fire Department will be hosting its Annual Fish Fry on Saturday, March 28th, at the Cisne Fire Department, located at 303 Railroad Street in Cisne. The event will take place...
Mar 23, 2026
ILLINOIS EXTENSION TO HOST HOUSEPLANT CARE WORKSHOP IN MT. CARMEL
Houseplant enthusiasts are invited to refresh their indoor gardens at the upcoming Repotting and Caring for Houseplants Workshop, hosted by Illinois Extension on Tuesday, April 21st from 5 to 6:30 p.m...
Mar 23, 2026
Vehicle Accident with Injuries on Illinois Route 15 East of Fairfield Friday Morning
A multi-vehicle accident with injuries occurred late Friday morning on Illinois Route 15 just east of Fairfield, near the west drive to the Fairfield Rural Fire Department Station and the former Vaugh...
Mar 21, 2026
Wayne County Farm Bureau Announces 2026 Community Impact Grant Recipients
The Wayne County Farm Bureau has announced the recipients of its 2026 Community Impact Grants, awarding a total of $9,000 to seven local organizations for projects that aim to make a lasting differenc...
Mar 21, 2026