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WAYNE COUNTY RECORDS 60 PERCENT VOTER TURNOUT AS PRITZKER WINS THIRD TERM, DEMOCRATS TAKE CONTROL OF CONGRESS
Wayne County voters turned out in solid numbers for Tuesday's General Election, with nearly 60 percent of registered voters casting ballots, despite the absence of contested countywide races. According to unofficial election results, 6,634 ballots were cast out of 11,065 registered voters, representing a turnout of app...
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EDWARDS COUNTY VOTER TURNOUT REACHES NEARLY 62 PERCENT, REPUBLICANS DOMINATE LOCAL ELECTION RESULTS
Edwards County voters turned out in strong numbers for Tuesday's General Election, with Republican candidates receiving overwhelming support in local, state, and federal races. According to unofficial results released Tuesday night by the Edwards County Clerk's Office, 2,661 ballots were cast out of 4,298 registered vo...
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ESCAPED TENNESSEE MURDERER CAPTURED IN MISSOURI AFTER STEALING TRUCK NEAR MARION, ILLINOIS
An escaped Tennessee prison inmate who had been the focus of an extensive manhunt across Southern Illinois has been captured in Missouri. 28-year-old Jacob Allen Morley was taken into custody late Tuesday morning near Norborne, Missouri, (Kansas City area) ending a search that began following his escape from a Tennesse...
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APPELLATE COURT UPHOLDS RAY TATE'S CONVICTION AND LIFE SENTENCE IN MURDER OF WAYNE COUNTY DEPUTY SEAN RILEY
The Fifth District Appellate Court in Mount Vernon has upheld the murder conviction and life sentence of Ray Tate in connection with the December 29, 2021, shooting death of Wayne County Sheriff's Deputy Sean Riley. The decision was announced Tuesday afternoon, November 3rd, in a 42-page ruling issued by the appellate ...
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WAYNE COUNTY CHAMBER TO HOST RIBBON CUTTING FOR SODA POP SHOP-GIRLY POP NOVEMBER 17TH
The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony and grand opening celebration for Soda Pop Shop-Girly Pop in downtown Fairfield on Tuesday, November 17th. The event will begin at noon at the business, located at 300 East Main Street in Fairfield. The ceremony will officially welcome Soda Pop Sh...
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WAYNE CITY HIGH SCHOOL NAMES AVA MINOR NOVEMBER SENIOR OF THE MONTH
Wayne City High School has announced that Ava Minor, the daughter of Adam and Rachel Minor, has been selected as the school's Senior of the Month for November. Minor is actively involved in several school organizations and activities, including cheerleading, Beta Club, FFA, Apologetics, and Fellowship of Christian Athl...
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CISNE COMMUNITY CENTER TO HOST CHRISTMAS TOY AUCTION FUNDRAISER NOVEMBER 21ST
The Cisne Community Center will host its annual Christmas Toy Auction Fundraiser on Saturday, November 21st, featuring food, an auction, and fundraising activities to support the community center and local children during the holiday season. The evening will begin with dinner at 4:30 p.m., followed by the Christmas Toy...
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FAIRFIELD CHRISTMAS PARADE SET FOR DECEMBER 5TH
The City of Fairfield and Wayne County Chamber of Commerce will present the annual Lighted Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 5th, beginning at 5 p.m. This year's parade theme is "Merry, Bright, and Grinchy." Entries are being accepted from individuals, businesses, organizations, churches and bands. There...
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CORNERSTONE COMMUNITY CHURCH TO HOST PIANO AND ORGAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT DECEMBER 6TH
Cornerstone Community Church will welcome the Christmas season with a special Piano-Organ Christmas Concert on Sunday, December 6th beginning at 4 p.m. The concert will feature Janie McDowell on piano and Steve Lee on organ, performing a selection of traditional Christmas hymns, seasonal favorites, and inspirational mu...
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WAYNE COUNTY CEO CLASS TO HOST "EARN YOUR STUFFING EARLY" 5K RUN AND WALK NOVEMBER 22ND
The Wayne County CEO Class of 2027 will host its "Earn Your Stuffing Early" 5K Run and Walk on Sunday, November 22nd in Fairfield as part of the class's business project. The Thanksgiving-themed event will begin at 2 p.m., with the starting location at the corner of Northeast Fourth and Court Streets in Fairf...
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Obituaries
Yevonda Lynn Bell, 72, of Carmi
Yevonda Lynn Bell, 72, of Carmi, Illinois, passed away on Sunday, November 1, 2026. She was born on Thursday, August 5, 1954, in San Antonio, Texas, the daughter of Dearl and Hilda (Browning) Williams. Yevonda married Ronald D. Bell on November 8, 1975, in Midland Texas. She worked for Dr. Stricklin for a time and as a...
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Jacqueline Dorene Pearson, 88, of Grayville
Jacqueline Dorene Pearson, 88, of Grayville, Illinois, passed away on Sunday, November 1, 2026. She was born on Thursday, August 25, 1938, the daughter of John "Jeff" and Evelyn (Flemming) McCollum. Jackie married Larry S. Pearson on June 14, 1957, and he preceded her in death on November 16, 2015. She starte...
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Sophie Mary (Groszek) Owen, 87, of Harrisburg
Sophie Mary (Groszek) Owen, 87, of Harrisburg, IL passed away on Monday, November 2, 2026 at Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville, IN. Sophie was born on December 6, 1938 to Stanley & Angie Groszek. Sophie married Karol Rozycki, then remarried J.L. Johnson, and then married Charles Owen - all of whom preceded...
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Michael Lynn Taylor, age 60, of Grayville
Michael Lynn Taylor, age 60, of Grayville, Illinois, passed away on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, Indiana. He was born May 1, 1966, in Flora, the son of James B. and Rita A. (Yates) Taylor. He was united in marriage to Nancy Sue (Brown) Reed on July 31, 2001, in Rinard, and toge...
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Colton Lee Rose, 37, of West Salem
Colton Lee Rose, 37, of West Salem, Illinois, passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2026 Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Evansville, Indiana. Colton was born July 29, 1989 in Olney, the son of William Bruce and Annetta Rose. Colton loved being outdoors and family gatherings. He was an animal lover and loved his cats, chic...
Nov 2, 2026
Olive Sue "Susie" Withrow, 91, formerly, of Geff
Olive Sue "Susie" Withrow, 91, formerly, of Geff, IL. passed away October 5, 2026, at Cisne Rehabilitation & Health Care Center. Sue was born on March 22, 1935, to Elmo and Verl (Bullard) Mugrage at their home in Rinard, IL. She married Jerry Withrow on November 1, 1953 in Fairfield, IL. He preceded her i...
Nov 2, 2026
Hadley Ann Williams, 19 Days Old, of Benton
Hadley Ann Williams of Benton was born on October 7, 2026 at Saint Mary's Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon, passed away in her sleep in the early morning hours of October 26, 2026. While Hadley was only here for nineteen days, she left a lasting impact on all who got to meet her; especially her mommy, daddy, big ...
Nov 2, 2026
Tammy L. Miller, 63, of Norris City
Tammy L. Miller, 63, of Norris City, passed away on Monday, October 26, 2026. She was born on Saturday, November 17, 1962, in Springfield, Illinois, the daughter of Robert LeRoy and Dianna Lee (Cavaness) Georgeff. Tammy married Michael Thomas Miller and he preceded her in death on January 30, 2026. She was a member of ...
Oct 30, 2026
Aurora Jade Wood Barrow, 1 month & 26 days old
Aurora Jade Wood Barrow, 1 month & 26 days old, passed away on Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital in Centralia, IL. Aurora was born on September 1, 2026 in Mt. Vernon, IL to Maci Wood and Jory Barrow. Aurora brought joy to the lives of many during her time here and will always be loved and...
Oct 29, 2026
Cathy Ann (Opell) Cates, 74 of Fairfield
Cathy Ann (Opell) Cates, 74 of Fairfield passed away Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at Linda E. White Hospice House in Evansville, IN. Cathy was born February 11, 1952, in Vincennes, IN to Harlan and Lois ( Cochran) Opell. Cathy spent most of her childhood in Vincennes, IN before her family moved to Fairfield where she ...
Oct 29, 2026
Larry E. Kisner, 94, of Carmi
Larry E. Kisner, 94, of Carmi, passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at Wabash Senior Living and Rehab in Carmi. He was born on September 2, 1932, in Barrington, Illinois, to Roy and Dorothy (Setser) Kisner. After graduating from Carmi High School in 1951, he attended McKendree College for one year. Larry enliste...
Oct 29, 2026
Sports
SPORTS FOR WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4TH
ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: NO EVENTS SCHEDULED JR HIGH GIRLS BASKETALL: Fairfield at Albion Jasper vs. Allendale-St. Mary's (JV Only) AREA SPORTS RESULTS FROM TUESDAY: HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL SECTIONAL SEMIFINALS: IHSA CLASS 1A ST. ELMO SECTIONAL SEMIFINALS: Okawville over Cisne in 2 Sets: 25-14 and 25-21 South Cent...
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SPORTS FOR TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3RD
ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: NO EVENTS SCHEDULED OTHER AREA SPORTS FOR TODAY: HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL SECTIONAL SEMIFINALS: IHSA CLASS 1A ST. ELMO SECTIONAL SEMIFINALS: Cisne vs. Okawville South Central vs. Carlyle IHSA CLASS 1A CRAB ORCHARD SECTIONAL SEMIFINALS: NCOE vs. Waterloo Gibault Trico vs. Egyptian IHSA CLASS...
Nov 3, 2026
SPORTS FOR MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2ND
ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: NO EVENTS SCHEDULED OTHER AREA SPORTS FOR TODAY: JR HIGH BOYS BASKETBALL: Jasper vs. New Hope Geff at Discovery Christian Cisne vs. South Central JR HIGH GIRLS BASKETALL: Wayne City at Bluford AREA SPORTS RESULTS FROM THE WEEKEND: HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: IHSA CLASS 3A PLAYOFF AT BE...
Nov 2, 2026
SPORTS FOR SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31ST
LOCAL SPORTS FOR SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31ST ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: IHSA Class 3A Playoff - Fairfield Mules vs. Benton Rangers at Benton 2:00 p.m. WFIW's LeMond's Chevrolet Chrysler Pre-Game Show begins at 1:30 p.m. on WFIW 104.9, wfiwradio.com and tocsportsnetwork.com Mules and Lady Mules Cross Country at the IHSA ...
Oct 31, 2026
SPORTS FOR FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30TH
ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: NO EVENTS SCHEDULED OTHER AREA SPORTS FOR TODAY: JR HIGH SPORTS: NO EVENTS SCHEDULED AREA SPORTS RESULTS FROM THURSDAY: HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS: IHSA CLASS 2A JOHNSTON CITY REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP: The Fairfield Lady Mules saw their outstanding volleyball season come t...
Oct 30, 2026
SPORTS FOR THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29TH
ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: Lady Mules Volleyball vs. Benton at the IHSA Class 2A Regional Championship at Johnston City 6:00 p.m. OTHER AREA SPORTS FOR TODAY: HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS: IHSA CLASS 1A NORTH CLAY REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP: Cisne vs. Toledo-Cumberland IHSA CLASS 1A OBLONG REGIONAL: S...
Oct 29, 2026
SPORTS FOR WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28TH
ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: NONE OTHER AREA SPORTS FOR TODAY: HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL REGIONALS: IHSA CLASS 1A NORTH CLAY REGIONAL: Cisne vs. Edwards County St. Elmo-Brownstown vs. Toledo-Cumberland IHSA CLASS 1A OBLONG REGIONAL: Wayne City vs. South Central Lawrenceville vs. Oblong AREA SPORTS RESULTS FROM TUESDAY: ...
Oct 28, 2026
SPORTS FOR TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27TH
ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: Lady Mules Volleyball vs. West Frankfort at the IHSA Class 2A Johnston City Regional 7:00 p.m. OTHER AREA SPORTS FOR TODAY: HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL REGIONALS: IHSA CLASS 2A JOHNSTON CITY REGIONAL: Benton vs. Vienna IHSA CLASS 1A NORTH CLAY REGIONAL: Cisne vs. Cowden-Herrick Edwards Count...
Oct 27, 2026
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