Category Archives: Local News
USDA ANNOUNCES CONSERVATION RESERVE PROGRAM ENROLLMENT THROUGH JUNE 6TH
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has opened enrollment opportunities for the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP), inviting agricultural producers and landowners to submit offers now through Ju...
May 14, 2025
GRAYVILLE COUNCIL REVIEWS BANK ISSUES, POLICE UPDATES, AND WATER PROJECT AT MONDAY'S MEETING
City officials in Grayville worked through a light agenda during Monday night's council meeting, addressing financial concerns, police department updates, and ongoing infrastructure issues. Tre...
May 14, 2025
$400 MILLION IN LOCAL TRANSPORTATION GRANTS AVAILABLE THROUGH IDOT
Gov. JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) have announced that $400 million in state funding is now available for local transportation projects aimed at enhancing mobility a...
May 14, 2025
FAIRFIELD CITY COUNCIL MET LAST NIGHT, NEWLY ELECTED OFFICIALS SWORN INTO OFFICE
The Fairfield City Council met in regular session last (Tuesday) night for their monthly meeting. The swearing in of newly elected officials was the first item of business. City Attorney...
May 14, 2025
TWO FAIRFIELD MEN ARRESTED IN SEPARATE INCIDENTS OVER THE WEEKEND
Fairfield Police made two arrests over the weekend in separate incidents. On Sunday, May 12th at approximately 9:30 PM, officers arrested Tyler E. Hutcheson, 31, of Fairfield. Hutcheson was taken into...
May 14, 2025
FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION CEREMONIES SET FOR SATURDAY
The Fairfield Community High School class of 2025 will receive their diplomas on Saturday, May 17th, at 2 p.m. in the east gym. Superintendent Robert Wells will give the welcome, and Principal Tiffany...
May 14, 2025
FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL AWARDS DAY HELD LAST FRIDAY, MAY 9TH
Fairfield Community High School held its Awards Day last Friday, May 9th. Faculty & staff were proud to recognize the remarkable achievements of the Class of 2025 as well as select underclassmen. ...
May 14, 2025
16-YEAR-OLD MALE IDENTIFIED BY AUTHORITIES RESPONSIBLE FOR MAKING THREAT TO CARMI SCHOOL DISTRICT
Authorities have identified the person responsible for making a threat toward the Carmi School District. Early on May 13th, at approximately 2:56 a.m., Carmi Police were alerted by Carmi-White County ...
May 14, 2025
FAIRFIELD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE SEEKS VENDORS AND SPONSORS FOR SUMMER SATURDAY EVENTS
The Fairfield Chamber of Commerce is calling on local businesses and community members to participate in their upcoming "Summer Saturday" events, set to bring fun and excitement to the downtown area. ...
May 13, 2025
MAY IS LYME DISEASE AND TICK AWARENESS MONTH IN ILLINOIS
As warmer weather approaches, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has issued a warning about tick season and Lyme Disease Awareness Month in May. They are urging residents to take precauti...
May 13, 2025