Category Archives: Local News

USDA OPENS $16 BILLION SUPPLEMENTAL DISASTER RELIEF PROGRAM FOR FARMERS WITH 2023-2024 CROP LOSSES
Farmers who suffered eligible crop losses due to natural disasters in 2023 and 2024 can now apply for part of $16 billion in aid through the Supplemental Disaster Relief Program (SDRP). The USDA's Far...
Mark Wells Jul 14, 2025

FAIRFIELD FIREMEN CALLED OUT ON TWO CALLS SUNDAY AFTERNOON
Fairfield Fire Department was called out on two separate calls Sunday afternoon. The first call, around 3 p.m., was a report of a two-vehicle accident at 1st and Main Street, in front of Huck's...
Mark Wells Jul 14, 2025

EDWARDS COUNTY FARM BUREAU TRACTOR DRIVE RETURNS JULY 19TH
The 2025 Edwards County Farm Bureau Tractor Drive, sponsored by the Edwards County Farm Bureau Young Leaders, is set to roll through the countryside on Saturday, July 19th. The event will begin...
Mark Wells Jul 14, 2025

EDWARDS COUNTY FARM BUREAU MEMBERS ELIGIBLE FOR FREE FAIR WRISTBANDS
Members of the Edwards County Farm Bureau can enjoy some of the excitement at the upcoming 2025 Edwards County Fair with free wristbands for select grandstand events. From July 21st through July 25th,...
Mark Wells Jul 14, 2025

WAYNE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY TO HOST CIVIL WAR PROGRAM THURSDAY NIGHT
The Wayne County Historical Society will hold its next meeting on Thursday, July 17th at 6:00 p.m. in the Library Meeting Room at the Fairfield Public Library. The evening will feature guest speaker M...
Mark Wells Jul 14, 2025

CISNE REUNION BABY DERBY NOW ACCEPTING ENTRIES
The 2025 Cisne Reunion Baby Derby is now open for entries, inviting the youngest community members to take part in this adorable annual tradition. To be eligible, contestants must be between 0 ...
Mark Wells Jul 14, 2025

2025 CISNE REUNION PAGEANT - TINY TOT DIVISION ANNOUNCED
The 2025 Cisne Reunion Pageant - Tiny Tot Division is gearing up for an adorable showcase of young contestants. Practices will begin Thursday, July 17th and continue on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:3...
Mark Wells Jul 14, 2025

VENDOR REGISTRATION OPEN FOR WEST SALEM HOMECOMING AND CHOWDER
The West Salem Chowder Committee is now accepting vendor registrations for the upcoming West Salem Homecoming and Chowder, set for Saturday, August 16th. Vendors offering non-food items are inv...
Mark Wells Jul 14, 2025

JASPER GRADE SCHOOL DISTRICT ANNOUNCES REGISTRATION DATES AND REQUIREMENTS FOR 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR
Jasper Grade School District has released important information for families preparing for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year. In-person registration will take place on Tuesday, July 15th from 12:00 p...
Mark Wells Jul 14, 2025

EDWARDS COUNTY 4-H GENERAL PROJECTS SHOW ANNOUNCES BEST OF SHOW WINNERS AND STATE FAIR DELEGATES
The 4-H General Projects Show was held Saturday, July 12th at the Country Financial Hall Building on the Edwards County Fairgrounds, where 4-H members showcased their hard work and creativity before j...
Mark Wells Jul 14, 2025