Category Archives: Local News

Authorities responded to a domestic disturbance early Wednesday morning at a residence in Mt. Vernon, resulting in the arrest of 19-year-old Chance G. Cruise.   According to the Jefferson County ...

Meat from the 2024 Illinois State Fair Sale of Champions is now being donated to Feeding Illinois food banks through a new partnership aimed at supporting local communities. The initiative is a collab...

A two-hour stop in Springfield by U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem drew sharp criticism and accusations of political posturing. During her visit on Wednesday, Noem launched i...

A man suspected of multiple traffic violations and attempting to evade law enforcement was apprehended after a high-speed pursuit that spanned two counties early Thursday morning.   According Way...

Laela Kohzadi, daughter of Bobby and Iris Kohzadi of West Frankfort, has been named to the Phi Theta Kappa 2024-2025 Illinois All-State Academic Team. This honor recognizes top-performing community co...

The Wayne County Retired Teachers' Association is excited to offer a $500 scholarship for the 2025-2026 school year. This scholarship is aimed at encouraging young individuals in our county who are pu...

Star Student Ava Best   left to right: Rod Vaughn Lions President and selection committee, Kerri Merritt Educator of the Year, Tammy Austin High Star Teacher, David Savage selection committee cha...

Two individuals entered guilty pleas in Wayne County Circuit Court Tuesday. 40-year-old George W. Rankin IV admitted in court Tuesday to violating a previous probation sentence for Unlawful Possession...

The Hamilton Memorial Hospital Foundation announces the 20th Annual Scholarship Scramble Golf Outing, set to take place on Friday, June 6th at the McLeansboro Golf Course. This event is dedicated to r...

A woman from Woodlawn, Illinois, is facing more than 100 charges after authorities uncovered a puppy mill with over 120 dogs living in extremely poor conditions inside an abandoned veterinary clinic n...