Category Archives: Local News
ENFIELD VILLAGE BOARD ADDRESSES VEHICLE REGULATIONS, COMMUNITY PROJECTS, AND EMPLOYEE BONUSES
The Enfield Village Board met Tuesday night for its regular monthly session. The board received updates on several ongoing projects. Fourteen of sixteen poles for the village's new Christmas lights ha...
Oct 16, 2025
DIABETES EXPO 2025 TO OFFER RESOURCES, SCREENINGS, AND SUPPORT FOR SOUTHERN ILLINOIS COMMUNITY
The Southern Illinois Diabetes Awareness Group announces the Diabetes Expo 2025, an all-inclusive event focused on raising diabetes awareness, sharing vital resources, and promoting healthy living for...
Oct 16, 2025
WARM, DRY WEATHER CONTINUES THROUGH FRIDAY - STORMS POSSIBLE THIS WEEKEND
The National Weather Service in Paducah says high pressure will continue to dominate the weather pattern through Friday, keeping conditions warm, sunny, and dry across the region. Expect plenty of sun...
Oct 16, 2025
WAYNE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT OFFERS ADULT RSV VACCINATIONS TO PROTECT VULNERABLE RESIDENTS
The Wayne County Health Department is now offering RSV vaccinations for adults, aiming to protect community members who are at higher risk for complications from the virus. RSV, or respiratory ...
Oct 16, 2025
FRONTIER BOBCATS HOST FALL FAN FEST OCTOBER 25TH AT FNB FIELD
Frontier Community College Baseball will host its Fall Fan Fest on Saturday, October 25th, at FNB Field in Fairfield. The event offers fun for all ages and a great way for fans to connect with ...
Oct 16, 2025
VFW YOUTH SCHOLARSHIPS OFFER BIG OPPORTUNITIES FOR LOCAL STUDENTS
The Wayne County Memorial VFW Post 4535 in Fairfield is encouraging area students to apply for the prestigious VFW Youth Scholarships, which promote patriotism and invest in the next generation of lea...
Oct 16, 2025
BOIL ORDER ISSUED FOR ALL CLAY CITY WATER CUSTOMERS EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY
The Village of Clay City has issued a boil order for all water customers effective Wednesday. The precautionary measure will remain in place until further notice. This order affects all customers with...
Oct 16, 2025
WAYNE COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT HANDS DOWN SENTENCES IN MULTIPLE CASES TUESDAY
Wayne County Circuit Court saw several defendants enter guilty pleas and receive sentences on Tuesday. Mason Thomas, 22, of Cisne, pled guilty to domestic battery. He was sentenced to two years of pro...
Oct 15, 2025
JOHNSONVILLE MAN ARRESTED FOR DUI AFTER TRAFFIC STOP IN WAYNE COUNTY
The Wayne County Sheriff's Department arrested 39-year-old Spencer Michaels of Johnsonville early this (Wednesday) morning following a traffic stop on Enterprise Road at County Road 2300N. Michaels wa...
Oct 15, 2025
WAYNE COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT ARRESTS WOMAN FOR CRIMINAL DAMAGE
The Wayne County Sheriff's Department arrested 41-year-old Jessica Tracey of Rinard on Monday afternoon for criminal damage to property. Tracey was booked into the Wayne County Jail and later issued a...
Oct 15, 2025