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FAIRFIELD VETERANS DAY PARADE SET FOR SATURDAY; COMMUNITY ENCOURAGED TO PARTICIPATE
Fairfield's annual Veterans Day Parade is scheduled for Saturday at 2 p.m., with several activities planned throughout the day to honor area veterans and recognize their service. Parade lineup will begin at 1 p.m. on North First Street near the High Rise, with positions assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Org...
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FAIRFIELD ELKS LODGE TO HOST SPORTS AND SITCOMS TRIVIA NIGHT SATURDAY
The Fairfield Elks Lodge #1631 is inviting area residents to put their knowledge of sports and classic television sitcoms to the test during a special Sports and Sitcoms Trivia Night on Saturday, November 7th. The event will begin at 7 p.m. at the Fairfield Elks Lodge and promises an evening of friendly competition, la...
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BROOKSTONE ESTATES OF FAIRFIELD TO HOST CHILI FUNDRAISER FOR ALZHEIMER'S AWARENESS SATURDAY
Brookstone Estates of Fairfield will host a special chili fundraiser on Saturday to raise awareness of Alzheimer's disease while encouraging community support for the local assisted living facility. The event, titled "Bowl for a Goal," will begin at 10 a.m. and feature chili prepared over an open fire. Chili ...
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CITIZENS NATIONAL BANK OF ALBION TO HOST FREE FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT SATURDAY
Citizens National Bank of Albion will host a free Family Movie Night on Saturday at the CNB Pavilion and Amphitheater in Albion. The event begins at 5 p.m. at the pavilion, located between Citizens National Bank and Colyer Coffee House. Families will be able to enjoy showings of "PAW Patrol: The Movie" and &q...
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WABASH GENERAL HOSPITAL ANNOUNCES REDUCED LAB EVENTS FOR NOVEMBER
Wabash General Hospital will offer reduced-price laboratory testing at three locations in November, with no physician referral required. The first event will be held Tuesday, November 10th from 6 to 8 a.m. at WGH Primary Care Grayville. Testing will be available Thursday, November 12th from 6 to 8 a.m. at the WGH Alb...
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FAIRFIELD WESLEYAN CHURCH COLLECTING COATS FOR ANNUAL GIVEAWAY SET FOR SATURDAY
The Wesleyan Church of Fairfield is currently collecting new and gently used coats for its annual Coat Giveaway. Both children's and adult sizes are needed. Donations may be dropped off at the church door located along U.S. Highway 45, approximately one mile north of the Fairfield airport. The annual Coat Giveaway will...
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EDWARDS COUNTY HERITAGE PRESERVATION SOCIETY TO HOLD FRIED CHICKEN FUNDRAISER SATURDAY
The Edwards County Heritage Preservation Society will hold a fried chicken dinner fundraiser on Saturday at the Albion Moose Family Center. The dinner will be served from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Moose Family Center, located at 43 N. 5th Street in Albion. The meal will include fried chicken, dessert and a drink. The suggeste...
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WABASH GENERAL HOSPITAL TO OFFER DISCOUNTED LUNG CANCER SCREENINGS SATURDAY
Wabash General Hospital in Mt. Carmel will offer discounted low-dose lung CT screenings on Saturday as part of an effort to encourage early detection of lung cancer. The screening event will take place from 9 until 11 a.m. at Wabash General Hospital, located at 1418 College Drive in Mt. Carmel. The cost of the screenin...
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FAIRFIELD LEGION RIDERS TO HOLD CHILI AND PORK BURGER COOKOUT SUNDAY
The Fairfield Legion Riders will hold a Chili and Pork Burger Cookout on Sunday at the Fairfield American Legion. The cookout will run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 111 SW 4th Street in Fairfield, weather permitting. Veterans will eat free. Menu prices include 16-ounce chili for $5, 32-ounce chili for $8, pork burgers for ...
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CISNE FFA TO HOST SECOND ANNUAL FREE VETERANS DAY BREAKFAST NOVEMBER 9TH
The Cisne FFA Chapter will honor area military veterans with its second annual complimentary Veterans Day Breakfast on Monday, November 9th, at the Cisne Community Center. The breakfast will be served from 7:30 until 9:30 a.m. and is open to veterans from Wayne and Clay counties, along with their families or guests. Th...
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Obituaries
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...
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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...
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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 ...
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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
Deloris Maxine Sheraden, 96, of Fairfield
Deloris Maxine Sheraden, 96, entered peacefully into the presence of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. Deloris was born on November 20, 1929, to Willis and Melba (Allison) Schofield at her home southwest of Geff, IL. Deloris' life was defined and guided by her deep faith in Jesus. Shortl...
Oct 29, 2026
Linda Lou Hayes Williams, 99 of Carmi
Linda Lou Hayes Williams (nee Williams) passed away peacefully on August 1, 2026, at the age of 99 years. Linda had a full life, born and raised in Carmi, IL, married 20+ years, a widowed single mother 20+ years, married again 20+ years, and widowed again 12 years. Linda was a lifelong learner, voracious reader, who lo...
Oct 28, 2026
Sharon K. Wilson, 78, of Fairfield
Sharon K. Wilson, 78, of Fairfield passed away at 11:07PM on Sunday October 25, 2026, at Fairfield Senior Living. She had retired from Champion Laboratories. Sharon was born in Albion on September 24, 1948, to Charles and Edith (Williams) Meserole. Sharon is survived by her daughters, Sheila Williams and Beth Moats, bo...
Oct 27, 2026
Sharon Rae (Pritchett) Anderson, 80, of Fairfield
Sharon Rae (Pritchett) Anderson, 80, of Fairfield, Illinois, passed away at 6:03 am October 24, 2026 at her home. She was born July 16, 1946 in Jefferson County, Illinois to the late Ray Pritchett and Patsy (Braddy) Tolley. Sharon married Miles Eugene Anderson on July 21, 1980 and he preceded her in death on October 18...
Oct 27, 2026
Sports
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...
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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
SPORTS FOR MONDAY, OCTOBER 26TH
ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: There will be a Girls Wrestling, Parent/Athlete meeting tonight at 5pm in the FCHS cafeteria. Those girls interested in participating are encouraged with their parents to attend the meeting. OTHER AREA SPORTS FOR TODAY: JUNIOR HIGH BOYS BASKETBALL: New Hope at St. Joe Geff vs. Iuka Cisne ...
Oct 26, 2026
SPORTS FOR SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24TH
LOCAL SPORTS FOR SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24TH ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: IHSA Class 3A Playoff - Fairfield Mules vs. Staunton Bulldogs at the Trainyard 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...
Oct 24, 2026
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