Category Archives: Local News

FOUR WAYNE COUNTY BUSINESSES CITED FOR SELLING ALCOHOL TO MINORS DURING STATE POLICE ENFORCEMENT
Illinois State Police Zone 8 Commander Holly Finney has announced the results of a recent Alcohol Countermeasure Enforcement (ACE) detail conducted at various establishments in Wayne County last week....
Mark Wells May 12, 2026

CITY OF ALBION TO FLUSH WATER LINES MAY THROUGH THURSDAY: RESIDENTS ADVISED TO CHECK FOR DISCOLORED WATER
The City of Albion Water Department reminds residents that it will be flushing water lines throughout the community through Thursday. Officials say this routine maintenance is necessary to ensure the ...
Mark Wells May 12, 2026

FAIRFIELD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE TO HOST 4-MAN GOLF SCRAMBLE AT PUBLIC GOLF COURSE
The Fairfield Chamber of Commerce is inviting golf enthusiasts to participate in a 4-Man Golf Scramble at the Fairfield Public Golf Course on Friday, May 22nd. Teams can choose between two available t...
Mark Wells May 12, 2026

WAYNE CITY VILLAGE BOARD APPROVE CHICKENS WITHIN VILLAGE LIMITS
Members of the Wayne City Village Board voted last week to allow chickens within village limits, updating an ordinance that previously banned chickens, turkeys, and geese. Roosters will still effectiv...
Mark Wells May 12, 2026

WAYNE CITY RURITAN CLUB HOSTS FREE BREAKFAST TO HONOR COMMUNITY HEROES SATURDAY
The Wayne City Ruritan Club is celebrating the essential workers who keep the community strong and safe by hosting a free appreciation breakfast this month. In recognition of National Firefighters Day...
Mark Wells May 12, 2026

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH FAIRFIELD TO HOST VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL MAY 17TH-22ND
First Christian Church in Fairfield is excited to announce its upcoming Vacation Bible School, set for May 17th -22nd from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the church's Multi-Purpose Room. The event promises...
Mark Wells May 12, 2026

LEGENDARY COACH RON FELLING'S FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS ANNOUNCED
Funeral arrangements have been announced for legendary Lawrenceville basketball coach Ron Felling, who passed away Tuesday, May 5th, in Bloomington, Indiana. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May ...
Mark Wells May 12, 2026

IECC BUSINESS & INDUSTRY OFFERS DISTRICT-WIDE CPR CLASSES FOR EMPLOYEES AND PUBLIC
The Illinois Eastern Community Colleges (IECC) Business & Industry division is offering District-Wide CPR Classes to equip participants with lifesaving skills and the confidence to respond ...
Mark Wells May 12, 2026

REDNECK CHAMPIONSHIP WRESTLING BRINGS ACTION-PACKED NIGHT TO SIMS ON SATURDAY
Wrestling fans are invited as REDNECK CHAMPIONSHIP WRESTLING (RCW) storms into the Old Sims School on Saturday. This event promises non-stop excitement with a stacked card. Headlining the eveni...
Mark Wells May 12, 2026

XENIA POLICE DEPARTMENT TO HOST 2ND ANNUAL ICE CREAM SOCIAL MAY 30TH
The Xenia Police Department will host its 2nd Annual Ice Cream Social on Saturday, May 30th at the Xenia Community Center. The event will run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will feature a car show, mud bo...
Mark Wells May 12, 2026