Category Archives: Local News
APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR 2026 ALBION MEDICAL SCHOLARSHIP
Albion Medical Inc. has announced that applications are now open for the 2026 Albion Medical Scholarship. This annual scholarship offers up to $2,000 to students pursuing a career in any medical profe...
Dec 09, 2025
FROMM FAMILY FOODS RECALLS DOG FOOD DUE TO POSSIBLE PLASTIC CONTAMINATION
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced this week that Wisconsin-based Fromm Family Foods has voluntarily recalled 300 cases of its frozen dog food due to possible plastic contamination....
Dec 09, 2025
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 09, 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 09, 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 09, 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 09, 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 09, 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 09, 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 09, 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 09, 2025