Category Archives: Local News
EIGHT INDIVIDUALS CHARGED WITH FEDERAL METH DISTRIBUTION IN SOUTHERN ILLINOIS
Following a two-week coordinated operation led by the FBI, eight individuals are facing federal charges related to distributing meth or possession with intent to distribute in southern Illinois. A fed...
Jul 08, 2025
BRIDGE HAMILTON COUNTY ANNOUNCES FRIDAY AS DEADLINE FOR SCHOOL SHOE SIGN-UP
Bridge Hamilton County has announced that this Friday is the final day to sign up for the School Shoe Program. The program is open to children entering Pre-K through 12th grade who attend a school in ...
Jul 08, 2025
FIRST FINANCIAL BANK TO CLOSE FAIRFIELD BRANCH SEPTEMBER 30TH
First Financial Bank has announced plans to close its Fairfield branch at 303 W. Delaware this fall. The branch will officially cease operations on September 30th. Local Branch Manager, Jaimi K...
Jul 07, 2025
MADISON COUNTY INDIANA MAN IN CUSTODY FOLLOWING THEFT OF STOLEN UTV
The Wayne County Sheriff's Department responded to a report of a stolen 2021 Honda Pioneer 1000 side-by-side UTV valued at $20,000 from a residence at 2121 County Road 2875E in Noble in Wayne County. ...
Jul 07, 2025
ENFIELD MAN ARRESTED ON WARRANT FOR MULTIPLE THEFT CHARGES IN WAYNE COUNTY
28-year-old Eric B. Shiever, 28 of Enfield was arrested Thursday by the Wayne County Sheriff's Department on a warrant for three counts of theft under $500. Shiever is being held in the Wayne County J...
Jul 07, 2025
MILK MUSTACHE CONTEST RETURNS TO EDWARDS COUNTY FAIR ON JULY 31ST
Get ready for some dairy-fueled fun at the Milk Mustache Contest on Thursday, July 31st at the Country Financial Hall during the Edwards County Fair. The event kicks off at 5:00 p.m. and runs until th...
Jul 07, 2025
FREE SWIM DAY AT FAIRFIELD PUBLIC POOL ON JULY 12TH
Beat the summer heat with a Free Swim Day at the Fairfield Public Swimming Pool in Leo French Park on Saturday, July 12th, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. This special event is sponsored by CSI Ins...
Jul 07, 2025
CLAY COUNTY HOSPITAL OFFERING FREE SPORTS PHYSICALS THIS SUMMER
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...
Jul 07, 2025
IDOT URGES CAUTION DURING PEAK ROADSIDE MOWING SEASON WHILE PROMOTING POLLINATOR HABITAT
With peak roadside mowing season in full swing, the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is reminding drivers to slow down, use caution, and stay alert when approaching mowing crews and equipm...
Jul 07, 2025
WAYNE COUNTY CRIMESTOPPERS OFFERING REWARD IN MAILBOX FIREWORK INCIDENTS
Wayne County Crimestoppers is asking for the public's help in identifying the individual or individuals responsible for recent acts of vandalism involving fireworks and mailboxes. Over the weekend, th...
Jul 07, 2025