Category Archives: Local News
Eldorado, IL Banning Kratom Use
The city of Eldorado has passed an ordinance banning the sale and delivery of kratom in the city. The decision is meant to safeguard public health and safety, the city council said in media reports. K...
Mark Wells Dec 06, 2025

ISP Seeking Public Help for Locating Suspect Accused of Shooting Granite City, IL Police Officer
GRANITE CITY - As the search continues, the Granite City Police Department is offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of 26-year-old DJ Marshall of Granite City, IL, who ...
Mark Wells Dec 06, 2025

WAYNE COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT THURSDAY PROCEEDINGS
In Thursday's session of Wayne County Circuit Court, several defendants appeared on felony and misdemeanor charges. 28-year-old David Asher of Fairfield pleaded guilty to Unlawful Possession of...
Mark Wells Dec 05, 2025

FAIRFIELD CITY BAND TO HOST ANNUAL HOLIDAY CONCERT DECEMBER 7TH
The Fairfield City Band will bring festive cheer to the community with its annual holiday concert on Sunday, December 7th, at 6:00 p.m. The event will take place at the First Christian Church in Fairf...
Mark Wells Dec 05, 2025

FAIRFIELD FIREFIGHTERS QUICKLY CONTAIN BEDROOM FIRE ON E. CURRY STREET
The Fairfield Fire Department responded swiftly to a house fire at 413 E. Curry Street Thursday morning. The call came in at approximately 10:25 a.m. after the resident discovered a fire in a bedroom ...
Mark Wells Dec 05, 2025

SECRET SANTA TREE AT KINCAID'S STILL HAS TAGS AVAILABLE
The Secret Santa tree at Kincaid's still has tags available for anyone wishing to help make Christmas brighter for a local child. Participants are asked to return wrapped gifts by December 8th, ensuri...
Mark Wells Dec 05, 2025

FAIRFIELD ELKS LODGE TO HOLD ANNUAL MEMORIAL SERVICE SUNDAY
The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Lodge #1631 in Fairfield will hold its annual Memorial Service on Sunday, December 7th at 2 p.m. The ceremony is held each year to honor and remember Elks m...
Mark Wells Dec 05, 2025

FAIRFIELD ELKS LODGE #1631 TO HOST ANNUAL HOOP SHOOT CONTEST THIS SATURDAY
Fairfield Elks Lodge #1631 will host its annual Hoop Shoot contest tomorrow (Saturday) at the FCHS Gym, with the event beginning at 10 a.m. The Lodge has proudly organized this competition for many ye...
Mark Wells Dec 05, 2025

PIANO-ORGAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT SET FOR SUNDAY IN FAIRFIELD
Janie McDowell and Steve Lee will present their eighth annual Piano-Organ Christmas Concert on Sunday, December 7th at 4 p.m. at Cornerstone Community Church in Fairfield. Mike and Cori Copeland will ...
Mark Wells Dec 05, 2025

CHILI WITH CHARLIE EVENT OFFERS FREE MEAL AND HOLIDAY FUN SATURDAY NIGHT
The First Christian Church in Fairfield is inviting the community to enjoy "Chili with Charlie" Saturday night. This family-friendly event is free to the public and will feature hot chili served while...
Mark Wells Dec 05, 2025