Category Archives: Local News
FAIRFIELD WRESTLING 2-DAY CAMP TO BE HELD JUNE 25-26, HOSTED BY FAIRFIELD MULES WRESTLING
Young wrestlers from grades K-12 will have the chance to learn from top collegiate athletes at the Fairfield Wrestling 2-Day Camp, scheduled for June 25-26 at Fairfield Community High School. H...
May 13, 2026
WAYNE COUNTY RETIRED TEACHERS ASSOCIATION OFFERS $500 SCHOLARSHIP FOR FUTURE EDUCATORS
The Wayne County Retired Teachers Association is encouraging local youth to pursue careers in education by awarding a $500 scholarship for the 2026-2027 school year. This scholarship is open to gradua...
May 13, 2026
SOUTHERN ILLINOIS SCAVENGER HUNT RIDE TO BENEFIT LOCAL CHARITIES
All vehicles, especially motorcycles, are invited to join the Southern Illinois Scavenger Hunt Ride, a unique charity event scheduled for May 29th and 30th. Riders and drivers across Southern Illinois...
May 13, 2026
FIFTH ANNUAL FLORA MASONIC LODGE AUCTION SET FOR MAY 30TH TO BENEFIT SHRINERS HOSPITAL
The Flora Masonic Lodge is gearing up for its 5th Annual Auction, scheduled for Saturday, May 30th at 10:00 am. This year's event will take place at the Clay County Fairgrounds in Charley Brown Park a...
May 13, 2026
WAYNE COUNTY FAIR SEEKING BUSINESSES FOR 2026 FAIRBOOK ADS
Organizers of the Wayne County Fair are currently preparing the 2026 fairbook and are inviting local businesses to participate by purchasing advertising space. Fair officials say any business not curr...
May 13, 2026
ILLINOIS EXTENSION TO HOST "RETHINK AND RECALL" MEMORY SEMINAR MAY 20TH IN OLNEY AND LAWRENCEVILLE
Illinois Extension invites community members to attend "Rethink and Recall: Understanding Memory and Embracing Change," a seminar focused on brain health, memory, and navigating change as we age. The ...
May 13, 2026
FLORA HIGH SCHOOL MUSIC DEPARTMENT TO HOST MATTRESS FUNDRAISER
The Flora High School Music Department is inviting the community to support its students during a unique one-day fundraising event next month. The fundraiser will take place at Flora High School on Sa...
May 13, 2026
WABASH VALLEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES 64TH ANNUAL COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY
Wabash Valley College will honor the achievements of its graduating students at the 64th Annual Commencement Ceremony on Thursday, May 15th at 7:00 p.m. The event will be held at the Spencer Sports Ce...
May 13, 2026
FAIRFIELD GRADE SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION REVIEWS BUDGET, HANDBOOK, AND STAFFING AT MONDAY MEETING
The Fairfield Grade School Board of Education met Monday night to discuss a range of financial, operational, and staffing matters. Superintendent Kristina Gardner delivered her report, noting that the...
May 12, 2026
WAYNE COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT ARRESTS FAIRFIELD MAN ON DOMESTIC BATTERY WARRANT
The Wayne County Sheriff's Department arrested 22-year-old Andrew A. Parker of Fairfield Monday night on a Wayne County warrant for domestic battery. Parker was transported and lodged in the Wayne Cou...
May 12, 2026