Category Archives: Local News

The State's Attorneys in 35 counties in Illinois, including Clay and Jefferson counties, are asking that the U.S. Court of Appeals Seventh Circuit find the state's ban on assault weapons unconstitutio...

Mitsubishi Motors North America is recalling nearly 200,000 Outlander plug-in hybrids electric vehicle SUV's. The recall is due to faulty software that could cause rearview cameras to malfunction. The...

In a leadership change, three top administrators at Fairfield Memorial Hospital were terminated Tuesday afternoon. Those dismissed include Chief Nursing Officer Rachel (McCulley) Ewing, Chief Financia...

Get ready to tee off with a twist, The Vintage Golf Tournament is set to hit the Fairfield Public Golf Course on Saturday, August 16th, promising a day full of fun, flair, and fierce competition. With...

(Photo credit: IL Department of Corrections)   49-year-ol Jeremy L. Tucker of Fairfield, has filed a motion seeking a reduction of his 14-year prison sentence stemming from a 2023 drunk driving c...

The Wayne County State's Attorney's Office has filed a petition to revoke the probation of 54-year-old Steven R. Koontz of Fairfield following allegations that he failed to comply with court-ordered f...

The National Weather Service in Paducah has issued a Heat Advisory in effect from Saturday afternoon through Tuesday evening as the region braces for the season's first major heat wave.   Heat in...

Clay County Hospital is once again offering free sports physicals at several of its medical clinics this summer. Physicals will be provided on a first come, first serve basis from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at...

Church of the Harvest in Wayne City will hold a fundraiser dinner this Sunday, June 22nd following morning worship services. The event will take place in the Fellowship Building, with meal service beg...

The Flora Chamber Of Commerce is preparing for this year's Independence Day festivities promising an unforgettable day of entertainment, food, and patriotism. Events start Friday, July 4th at 12 noon ...