Category Archives: Local News

On Sunday afternoon, Wayne County Sheriff's Deputies were notified of a car vs. deer accident on Route 45 south of Fairfield. Lucas D. Reed, 24, of Fairfield, reported to deputies that early Sunday mo...

Wayne County Sheriff's Deputies arrested three individuals on warrants in the last few days. Arnold A. Campbell, 50, of Effingham, was arrested Friday afternoon on two separate Wayne County warrants, ...

This year's Hamilton/Wayne/White Relay For Life Event was a success! The fight against cancer cannot be won alone. Organizers say they are thankful to our business sponsors, organizations, and individ...

The Illinois Eastern Community Colleges Board of Trustees meets tonight and is expected to affirm the appointment of a new Chancellor. According to Illinois Eastern Community Colleges Program Director...

The Wayne County Sheriff's Merit Commission is now accepting applications to update its hiring list for the position of Patrol Deputy. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, at least 21 years old, possess ...

The Friends of Grayville invite the area to their annual Hog Roast, set for Saturday (6/20) from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in downtown Grayville. Pork chops prepared by Wabash Valley, along with a variety of d...

A Sip & Paint Party is set for Saturday (6/20), from 2:00 to 5:00 PM at the Well Bar and Grill west of Fairfield on IL Hwy 15. Hosted by Sarah Marshel, the event offers attendees the opportunity t...

Edwards and Wabash County Farm Bureau members are invited to attend an informative Farmland Assessment Program on June 23rd at 7:00 p.m. The event will be held in the Edwards County Farm Bureau Commun...

Gas prices fell below four dollars a gallon for the first time since mid-April on Sunday. According to GasBuddy Head of Petroleum Analysis, Patrick De Haan, the decline came as oil prices moved sharpl...

Fairfield Memorial Hospital is offering reduced-rate lab testing at multiple locations next month. Community members can take advantage of these affordable screenings by scheduling an appointment at 6...