Category Archives: Local News
CARMI AND MT. CARMEL PIZZA HUTS CLOSE ABRUPTLY, LEAVING EMPLOYEES AND COMMUNITY SHOCKED
Two local Pizza Hut restaurants have closed their doors, including the Carmi location that was recently honored as the Carmi Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year just over a month ago. The Mt. Car...
Nov 14, 2025
GAMMA UPSILON HOSTS ANNUAL FANTASY AUCTION SATURDAY
The local chapter of Gamma Upsilon will hold its annual Fantasy Auction tomorrow (Saturday) at the First Baptist Church in Fairfield. The auction begins at 10 a.m. and will feature a variety of Christ...
Nov 14, 2025
DR. STEVEN MILLER RELOCATING CHIROPRACTIC OFFICE TO DOWNTOWN FAIRFIELD
Local chiropractor, Dr. Steven R. Miller is relocating his practice from Williamson Drive on Fairfield's west side to the former Peoples National Bank building at 215 E. Third Street. Dr. Miller had p...
Nov 14, 2025
NOBLE WAKEFIELD FIRE DEPARTMENT HOSTS CHILI DINNER FUNDRAISER SATURDAY
The Noble Wakefield Fire Department is inviting the community to their annual Chili Dinner Fundraiser. The event will take place tomorrow (Saturday) starting at 11:00 am and continuing until the chili...
Nov 14, 2025
CLOTHESLINE AND MIDWEST FOOD BANK TEAM UP FOR CHRISTMAS FOOD BASKET GIVEAWAY
The Clothesline in Fairfield is once again partnering with the Midwest Food Bank to help local families in need this holiday season. The annual Christmas Food Basket Giveaway will take place on Saturd...
Nov 14, 2025
FAIRFIELD ROTARY CLUB TO HOST 100TH YEAR CELEBRATION DINNER FRIDAY NIGHT
The Fairfield Rotary Club will mark a major milestone with its 100th Year Celebration Dinner tomorrow night (Friday). The event will be held at the Fairfield Elks Lodge, located at 201 SE Second Stree...
Nov 13, 2025
EDWARDS COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT ANNOUNCES SEALED BID SALE
The Edwards County CUSD #1 is accepting sealed bids for a variety of surplus vehicles, equipment, and miscellaneous items. Notable items include: 2007 6.6L Duramax Diesel Bus (#7) - minimum bid $1,450...
Nov 13, 2025
ALL STAR PACKAGE CHRISTMAS FOR KIDS BB GUN MEAT SHOOT SET FOR THIS SATURDAY
All Star Package in Cisne Christmas for Kids BB Gun Meat Shoot is happening this Saturday, offering a day of fun, food, and fundraising for a great cause. Hotdogs and pork burgers will be available fo...
Nov 13, 2025
WABASH AREA DEVELOPMENT TO HOLD 3RD ANNUAL COAT DRIVE DECEMBER 4TH
Wabash Area Development, Inc. will be hosting its 3rd Annual Coat Drive on December 4th from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at their office located at 334 Industrial Drive in Albion. The event aims to provide war...
Nov 13, 2025
WAYNE CITY TRASH PICKUP DELAYED ONE DAY FOR THANKSGIVING WEEK
Republic Services will run on a one-day delay for Wayne City residents during the week of Thanksgiving. Trash collection will take place on Saturday, November 29th instead of the usual Friday pickup. ...
Nov 13, 2025