Category Archives: Local News
HYUNDAI RECALLS OVER 400,000 VEHICLES IN U.S. DUE TO BRAKING SOFTWARE ERROR
Hyundai is recalling more than 400,000 vehicles in the United States because of a software error that may cause the brakes to be applied unexpectedly, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety ...
May 27, 2026
OVERNIGHT CLOSURES SCHEDULED FOR I-57 JUNE 1ST-3RD FOR ILLINOIS 15 OVERPASS WORK
The Illinois Department of Transportation has announced that Interstate 57 will be closed overnight from June 1st through June 3rd to allow crews to set structural steel for the new Illinois 15 overpa...
May 27, 2026
WAYNE COUNTY RETIRED TEACHERS OFFER $500 SCHOLARSHIP FOR FUTURE EDUCATORS
The Wayne County Retired Teachers Association is pleased to announce a $500 scholarship for the 2026-2027 school year to students in Wayne County pursuing a career in education. This scholarship is op...
May 27, 2026
GRAYVILLE LAUNCHES FREE SUMMER FOOD PROGRAM FOR STUDENTS
A free summer food program will once again provide meals to students in Grayville, ensuring children have access to nutritious food while school is out of session. The "Feed the Kids: Summer Food Prog...
May 27, 2026
FREE CHILDREN'S ORTHOPEDIC CLINIC TO BE HELD IN MT. VERNON JUNE 4TH
The Mount Vernon Elks 819, Centralia Elks 493, Fairfield Elks 1631, Salem Elks 1678, and McLeansboro Elks 1882 Lodges, in partnership with the Illinois Elks Children's Care Corporation, will sponsor a...
May 27, 2026
ALBION MAN CHARGED WITH AGGRAVATED FLEEING OR ELUDING
Nicholas T. Jester, 31, of Albion, has been formally charged with aggravated fleeing or eluding, according to Michael St. Ledger. The charge was filed May 15 in Edwards County. Court records show Jest...
May 27, 2026
NAL TO HOST EMPLOYEE COOKOUT FOR STAFF AND RETIREES
North American Lighting, Inc. (NAL) is inviting current employees and retirees to attend an upcoming employee cookout in Flora. The event is scheduled for June 3rd from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at NAL's faci...
May 27, 2026
MUSIC AT THE PARK RETURNS TO MT. CARMEL FOR 2026 SEASON: FIRST EVENT SATURDAY
The Wabash County Chamber of Commerce has announced the return of its popular Music at the Park series for 2026, bringing a lineup of free live performances to the community. The concerts will be held...
May 27, 2026
​BLUE POINT CHURCH TO HOLD SENIOR GROCERY GIVEAWAY TOMORROW (THURSDAY)
The Blue Point Church will host a Senior Grocery Giveaway tomorrow (Thursday) from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the church's gym entrance. The event is open to all individuals age 60 and older, offerin...
May 27, 2026
STATE SENATOR DALE FOWLER TO RESIGN FOLLOWING 2026 LEGISLATIVE SESSION
Dale Fowler announced Tuesday that he will resign from the Illinois Senate following the conclusion of the 2026 legislative session, ending nearly a decade representing the 59th Senate District in Sou...
May 27, 2026