Category Archives: Local News

A representative from Congressman Mike Bost's office will be available to meet with the public at the Edwards County Courthouse board room on Monday, December 15, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

A quick-moving storm system out of Canada brought a surprise snowfall to Southern Illinois on Thursday night, leaving some areas with 1 to 2 inches of snow on grassy surfaces. By this (Friday) morning...

The Fairfield/Wayne County Chamber of Commerce says that Santa Claus will be back in his house in Leo French Park this weekend. Hour this weekend include: tonight ( Friday) from 5 to 7:30 PM and tomor...

Volunteers for a Progressive Fairfield hosting the annual Festival of Lights at Leo French Park which runs through the end of the year. The popular drive-through light display will be open at all hour...

The Clothesline in Fairfield is once again teaming up with the Midwest Food Bank to support local families in need this holiday season. The annual Christmas Food Basket Giveaway is scheduled for tomor...

38-year-old Aydreian D.A. Hooper of Fairfield is seeking a reduction of her 10-year prison sentence for the July 14, 2024 death of her 17-month-old son, Aaruan, who died after being left unattended in...

Nostalgia Theater is inviting the community to enjoy a magical evening of Olde English celebration at its annual Christmas Madrigal Feast tomorrow (Saturday) night at 6:00 p.m., with doors opening at ...

The Bluford Ruritan Club will host its annual Christmas Auction and Chili Supper tomorrow (Saturday) at the Bluford Ruritan Building, located at 814 6th Street in Bluford. Food service begins at 4 p.m...

45-year-old Megan Valentine of Albion has undergone a sexual assault examination after an alleged incident involving a correctional officer at the White County Jail last month. Valentine had been hous...

Wayne County 4-H is introducing a new program, Spark After School, to help youth discover new interests. Students in second through eighth grade are welcome to attend and do not need to be 4-H members...