Category Archives: Local News

GRAYVILLE CITY COUNCIL HEARS POSITIVE AUDIT REPORT, DISCUSSES CEMETERY PROJECTS
During Monday night's meeting of the Grayville City council, Auditor Arlynne Davis presented her report on the city's finances for the fiscal year ending April 30th Davis found no material issues, not...
Mark Wells Sep 24, 2025

AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE SCHEDULED AT BLUE POINT FREE WILL BAPTIST CHURCH OCTOBER 7TH
The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive on Tuesday, October 7th from noon to 6 p.m. at the Blue Point Free Will Baptist Church, located northwest of Cisne just off Blue Mound Road. Organizers s...
Mark Wells Sep 24, 2025

COSTCO KIRKLAND SIGNATURE AHI TUNA WASABI POKE RECALLED FOR POSSIBLE LISTERIA CONTAMINATION
More than 3,300 pounds of Ahi Tuna Wasabi Poke sold under Costco's Kirkland Signature brand have been recalled due to potential listeria contamination. Western United Fish Co. issued the recall after ...
Mark Wells Sep 24, 2025

GOAT WORKSHOP OFFERS HANDS-ON TRAINING FOR RAISING, BREEDING, AND SHOWING BOER GOATS
Local youth and families recently gathered for the "Goats: Managing, Breeding, and Showing with Success" workshop, hosted by Wayne County 4-H and the Illinois Meat Goat Producers. The event provided v...
Mark Wells Sep 24, 2025

FAIRFIELD PAINTOUT UNDERWAY, AWARDS AT NOON SATURDAY
The Fairfield PaintOut is underway and today (Wednesday), artists will paint during the day, then gather for a meal and fellowship at the home of Dena Stout. A special nocturne paint, focused on night...
Mark Wells Sep 24, 2025

FAIRFIELD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CITY WIDE YARD SALES SET FOR OCTOBER 4TH
Fairfield city residents are encouraged to clear out closets, garages, and attics while giving shoppers access to a diverse array of items-from vintage furniture and collectibles to household goods an...
Mark Wells Sep 24, 2025

WAYNE CITY ANNOUNCES FALL TOWN-WIDE RUMMAGE SALES
The Village of Wayne City has scheduled its Fall Town-Wide Rummage Sales for Friday and Saturday, October 3rd and 4th. Residents wishing to be included on the official sales list should call the Villa...
Mark Wells Sep 24, 2025

CLAY COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT OFFERS FREE CAR SEAT SAFETY CHECKS ON SEPTEMBER 26TH
The Clay County Health Department will host free Car Seat Safety Checks on Friday, September 26th, from Noon to 4 p.m. Certified child passenger safety technicians will inspect car seats to ensure the...
Mark Wells Sep 24, 2025

WAYNE COUNTY 4-H HOSTS TECH FEST FOR FIFTH GRADE STUDENTS
For the past 17 years, Tech Fest has inspired and challenged students across Wayne County. This year, 193 fifth graders from Cisne Middle School, Center Street Middle School, New Hope School, Jasper E...
Mark Wells Sep 24, 2025

WAYNE COUNTY 4-H FOUNDATION HOSTS DRIVE-THRU FISH FRY FUNDRAISER
The Wayne County 4-H Foundation is inviting the community to its annual Fish Fry fundraiser, taking place as a convenient drive-thru event at the Wayne County Courthouse on East Main Street. The event...
Mark Wells Sep 24, 2025