Category Archives: Local News

A mobile drink business operated by a Fairfield mother and daughter is preparing to open a permanent location in downtown Fairfield. Girly Pop, operated by 12-year-old Sydney Bladel and her mother, He...

Land of Lincoln Legal Aid will bring its Mobile Justice program to several area communities offering free civil legal assistance to qualifying residents. The mobile clinic will visit Wayne and Clay co...

Registration is now underway for the 2026 Grayville Days Color Run, which will be held on Saturday, September 5th as part of the annual Grayville Days celebration. The race is scheduled to begin at 8 ...

The Hamilton County Board discussed upcoming road projects, county finances and tax sales during its latest meeting. During the Road Commissioner meeting, officials said improvements to Dale Road are ...

The Wayne County Sheriff's Department reported three arrests Wednesday. Eighty-year-old Ruth Randall of Bluford was arrested Wednesday afternoon on a warrant for violation of an order of protection. R...

The Illinois Eastern Community Colleges Board of Trustees approved its tentative Fiscal Year 2027 budget along with several agreements, personnel moves and other measures during its Monday night meeti...

A small earthquake was recorded late Wednesday night just south of the Ohio River, with some residents in the Metropolis area reporting minor shaking. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the magn...

  Partial remains left unidentified following the 1971 Tonti train wreck have been identified as a Chicago-area mother and her three-year-old daughter. The remains were identified as 35-year-old ...

Main Street Gym will host a deadlift competition during the Fairfield Fall Fun Fest on Saturday, September 19th. The competition will begin at noon in the FNB drive-through lot. Divisions will include...

Fred's Feathered Friends will be among the attractions at this year's Fairfield Fall Fun Fest. The program is scheduled for Wednesday, September 16, from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. on the festival's Main Stage...