Category Archives: Local News
LIONS RECOGNIZE OUTSTANDING GOOD CITIZENSHIP IN FIFTH GRADE STUDENTS
The Fairfield Lions Club partnered with teachers and students across Wayne County to identify fifth-graders who exemplify outstanding character and community spirit throughout the school year. ...
Jun 11, 2025
GEFF RURITAN CLUB HOSTING MONTHLY ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BREAKFAST
The Geff Ruritan Club will hold its monthly all-you-can-eat, self-serve buffet breakfast on Saturday, June 14th, from 7 to 9 a.m. The breakfast menu features a variety of delicious options, including ...
Jun 11, 2025
NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR 2025 ILLINOIS OUTDOOR HALL OF FAME
The Illinois Conservation Foundation is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Illinois Outdoor Hall of Fame class. This annual honor recognizes individuals who have made extraordinary contributions t...
Jun 11, 2025
JEFFERSON COUNTY RESIDENTS FILE LAWSUIT TO REMOVE TEN COMMANDMENTS MONUMENT FROM COURTHOUSE LAWN
A group of residents has filed a lawsuit in state court seeking the removal of a large Ten Commandments monument from the grounds of the Jefferson County Courthouse, arguing it violates the Illinois C...
Jun 11, 2025
SALMONELLA OUTBREAK PROMPTS MASSIVE EGG RECALL ACROSS MULTIPLE STATES
A salmonella outbreak linked to eggs from the August Egg Company has sickened at least 79 people across seven states in the West and Midwest, federal health officials announced Saturday. Of those infe...
Jun 11, 2025
FAIRFIELD CITY COUNCIL MEETS TUESDAY NIGHT, COLCLASURE RETIRES, NEW POLICE CHIEF APPOINTED
(L-R Mayor Gary Moore presenting Retiring Police Chief Keith Colclasure with a plaque of appreciation for his service to the city) The Fairfield City Council met for their monthly meeting last ...
Jun 11, 2025
I-64 BRIDGE REPLACEMENT PROJECT ADVANCES WITH DECK REMOVAL COMPLETION
Officials with the Illinois Department of Transportation announced that the removal of the decks from the westbound I-64 bridge over the Wabash River has been successfully completed. This marks a sign...
Jun 11, 2025
FLAG EXCHANGE EVENT HONORS LOCAL AREA HEROES
Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora is once again showing its patriotic spirit by hosting the annual "Proud To Be An American" Flag Exchange this Friday, June 13th from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The...
Jun 11, 2025
FAIRFIELD WESLEYAN CHURCH HOSTING VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: "GOING TO ALASKA"
The Wesleyan Church of Fairfield is excited to host its annual Vacation Bible School (VBS) from June 16th through the 20th running each evening from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The theme for this year is "True ...
Jun 11, 2025
NORTH AMERICAN LIGHTING IN FLORA TO HOST RETIREE & EMPLOYEE COOKOUT
North American Lighting in Flora is hosting a cookout for its retirees and its employees. Anyone who used to work at NAL but has since retired is free to attend. The cookout will take place on June 25...
Jun 11, 2025