Category Archives: Local News
THREE FAIRFIELD RESIDENTS ARRESTED BY FAIRFIELD CITY POLICE MONDAY
Three Fairfield residents were arrested by the Fairfield Police Department Monday. 38-year-old Bradley McCulley of Fairfield was arrested just shortly after 10 O'clock in the 500 block of Washi...
Jul 30, 2024
FAIRFIELD PARK DISTRICT ANNOUNCES ANOTHER FREE SWIM DATE
The Fairfield Park District has announced the next FREE swim event. The free swim day will be Saturday, August 3rd from 1pm to 5pm at the Fairfield Swimming Pool. It will be the 1st Annual Back...
Jul 30, 2024
HEAT ADVISORY EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING ISSUED FOR SOUTHERN ILLINOIS
Depending on your location in southern Illinois, you may be placed under either a Heat Advisory or an Excessive Heat Warning starting from until 8 p.m. on Wednesday. The National Weather Servic...
Jul 30, 2024
BLUE POINT CHURCH GROCERY GIVEAWAY WEDNESDAY
Blue Point Church is hosting a Senior Grocery Giveaway this Wednesday from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. If you're 60 years old or older, you're eligible to receive free groceries. Head to the East entrance of...
Jul 30, 2024
OLNEY CENTRAL COLLEGE RECEIVES HONOR
University HQ has recognized Olney Central College as one of the Top 25 Best Associate Degree Programs in Illinois, awarding OCC the prestigious 9th position in its 2024 rankings. President Chris Simp...
Jul 30, 2024
FERRELL HOSPITAL EXPERIENCES ADDITIONAL FLOODING AFTER SEVERE STORMS
On Monday, Ferrell Hospital in Eldorado shared news of experiencing flooding due to the severe storms that occurred on Sunday night. Despite comprehensive preparatory measures, the hospital enc...
Jul 30, 2024
FALL PARENT ATHLETE MEETING AT FAIRFIELD HIGH SCHOOL
The Fall parent & athlete meeting will be held tonight (Tuesday, July 30th) on the FCHS bleachers at The Train Yard (weather permitting). The event will kick off at 7pm with general information fr...
Jul 30, 2024
TODAYS (TUESDAY) EVENTS AT THE EDWARDS COUNTY FAIR
The Edwards County Fair in Albion continues today (Tuesday) with the following events: Swine Show at 8am followed by Goat Show at 1PM and Donkey Polo at the Grandstand at 7pm. Wednesday, July 31st: Bu...
Jul 30, 2024
FMH FOUNDATION GOLF SCRAMBLE AUGUST 2nd
Fairfield Memorial Hospital Foundation is gearing up for their upcoming 19th Annual Golf Scramble to be held on Friday, August 2nd. These events help to raise funds to support services, programs, and ...
Jul 30, 2024
NATIONAL POLL WORKER RECRUITMENT DAY SET FOR THURSDAY, AUGUST 1ST
With elections coming up, Thursday has been designated as National Poll Worker Recruitment Day. Becoming an election judge is a great way to participate in the democratic process and ensure safe, secu...
Jul 30, 2024