Category Archives: Local News
FLETCHER ENDS SHERIFF CAMPAIGN; CIRCUIT CLERK GEORGIANA FLETCHER RESIGNS
Republican sheriff candidate J.B. Fletcher announced Monday that he is ending his campaign for Wayne County Sheriff, citing ongoing personal attacks and strains placed on his family. In the same state...
Dec 9, 2025
WAYNE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS THREE ARRESTS IN WEEKEND INCIDENTS
The Wayne County Sheriff's Department made three separate arrests over the weekend in cases involving drugs, child endangerment, and outstanding warrants. Friday night, deputies responded around 11 p....
Dec 9, 2025
CISNE HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCES 2025 HOMECOMING COURT AND HONOR LINE
Cisne High School has announced its 2025 Homecoming King and Queen candidates ahead of the coronation and dance scheduled for Saturday, December 13th, with coronation beginning at 7:30 p.m. and the da...
Dec 9, 2025
WAYNE COUNTY HOOP SHOOT WINNERS ANNOUNCED AT FCHS
On Saturday, the Fairfield Elk's Lodge hosted the annual Wayne County Hoop Shoot Contest at Fairfield Community High School (FCHS). Young basketball enthusiasts from across the county competed for top...
Dec 9, 2025
HARNESS RACING RETURNS TO EDWARDS COUNTY FAIR IN 2026
The Edwards County Fair Board has announced that harness racing will make its return to the fair on Sunday evening, July 26, 2026, at 7:00 PM. This much-anticipated event promises to bring thrilling a...
Dec 9, 2025
WAYNE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT OFFERS FLU SHOTS FOR ALL AGES
The Wayne County Health Department (WCHD) has announced the availability of flu shots for the community. According to the department, vaccines are now being offered for individuals ages 6 months and o...
Dec 9, 2025
WAYNE COUNTY BOARD TO HOLD REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 11TH AT COURTHOUSE
The Wayne County Board will meet for its regular monthly meeting on Thursday, December 11th at 7:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in the upstairs courtroom of the Wayne County Courthouse. Board member...
Dec 9, 2025
ILLINOIS LEADERSHIP COUNCIL FOR AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION ANNOUNCES 2025 ANNUAL AWARD WINNERS, INCLUDING LOCAL HONOREE
The Illinois Leadership Council for Agricultural Education (ILCAE) has announced its 2025 annual award winners at a ceremony hosted at Central IL Ag in Atlanta, Illinois. Representative Dan Swanson se...
Dec 9, 2025
FAIRFIELD FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS CONTINUES TONIGHT (MONDAY) AT LEO FRENCH PARK
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...
Dec 8, 2025
THE CLOTHESLINE AND MIDWEST FOOD BANK PARTNER FOR ANNUAL CHRISTMAS FOOD BASKET GIVEAWAY IN FAIRFIELD
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 Satur...
Dec 8, 2025