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WAYNE CITY CHRISTMAS PARADE SET FOR SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 29TH WITH CASH PRIZES FOR PARTICIPANTS
The Wayne City Christmas Parade will return Sunday, November 29th, with this year's theme, "Light It Up! Deck It Out!" as organizers invite local businesses, organizations, families, and individuals to participate in the holiday celebration. The parade is scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. and will feature decorate...
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FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL TO HOST VETERANS DAY PROGRAM NOVEMBER 10TH
Fairfield Community High School will honor local veterans with a special Veterans Day program on Tuesday, November 10, beginning at 9:45 a.m. in the school's East Gym. The program will begin with the presentation of colors by the local Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), followed by the FCHS Show Choir performing the Natio...
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FAIRFIELD MEMORIAL HOSPITAL PARTICIPATES IN STATEWIDE CYBERATTACK EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS DRILL
Fairfield Memorial Hospital joined hospitals across Illinois Wednesday, November 4th in one of the state's largest emergency preparedness exercises designed to test how healthcare facilities would respond to a sophisticated cyberattack involving artificial intelligence. The statewide exercise, organized by the Illinois...
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VILLAGE COURTYARD OF WEST SALEM TO HOST GRAND OPENING AND SOUP AND SALAD BINGO NIGHT FRIDAY
The Village Courtyard of West Salem will celebrate its grand opening on Friday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony followed by a Soup and Salad Bingo Night. The grand opening and ribbon cutting will take place at 4 p.m., giving visitors an opportunity to meet local businesses and vendors from the market. Following the cerem...
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HAMILTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL FOUNDATION TO CELEBRATE 25TH ANNUAL GALA NOVEMBER 21ST
The Hamilton Memorial Hospital Foundation will celebrate a milestone as it hosts its 25th Annual Gala Dinner on Saturday, November 21st in McLeansboro. The special anniversary event will take place at the Hamilton County Senior High School gymnasium, with the silent auction set to begin at 5pm with the dinner at 6pm. F...
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WAYNE CITY FFA TO HONOR VETERANS WITH FISH FRY NOVEMBER 10TH
The Wayne City FFA Chapter will host a special Veterans Fish Fry on Tuesday, November 10th to honor area veterans while raising money for organizations that support those who have served in the United States Armed Forces. The event will take place from 4:30 until 7 p.m. at the Wayne City High School Agriculture Buildin...
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ILLINOIS STATE POLICE TROOP 9 RELEASES RESULTS OF OCTOBER ALCOHOL ENFORCEMENT PATROLS
Illinois State Police Troop 9 has released the results of Alcohol Countermeasure Enforcement (ACE) patrols conducted during October across six Southern Illinois counties. According to Troop 9 Commander Captain Bruce Waggoner, the special enforcement patrols were conducted in Clay, Effingham, Lawrence, Marion, Wayne, an...
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ILLINOIS STATE FAIR ANNOUNCES HOLIDAY DISCOUNTS ON 2027 PASSES AND ILLINOIS-MADE GIFT BOXES
The Illinois Department of Agriculture is offering holiday shoppers an opportunity to save on admission and carnival rides for the 2027 Illinois State Fair while also supporting Illinois businesses through special holiday gift boxes. Beginning Monday, November 9th, the Illinois State Fair Holiday Sale will feature the ...
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NEW ILLINOIS HEMP RESTRICTIONS TAKE EFFECT NOVEMBER 12TH
Retailers across Illinois, including convenience stores, smoke shops and other businesses throughout Southern Illinois, are facing new restrictions on the sale of hemp-derived products beginning Thursday, November 12th. According to the Illinois Department of Revenue, consumable and topical hemp products containing mor...
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NEW HOPE SCHOOL EARNS EXEMPLARY DESIGNATION ON 2026 ILLINOIS SCHOOL REPORT CARD
New Hope Grade School has received an Exemplary designation from the Illinois State Board of Education as part of the recently released 2026 Illinois School Report Card. The Exemplary designation is the highest summative rating awarded by the Illinois State Board of Education and recognizes schools demonstrating the hi...
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Obituaries
Elenora F. Block, 86, of Cisne
Elenora F. Block, 86, of Cisne, IL passed away Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at Cisne Rehabilitation & Health Care Center. Elenora was born November 25, 1939, to Robert and Delberta (Platt) Haynes in Flora, IL. She married Harold E. Block on March 22, 1967, in Flora, IL. He preceded her in death on June 20, 2015. Elen...
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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...
Nov 3, 2026
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...
Nov 3, 2026
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...
Nov 3, 2026
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...
Nov 3, 2026
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
Sports
SPORTS FOR THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5TH
ON THE SCHEDULE TODAY AT FCHS: NO EVENTS SCHEDULED OTHER AREA SPORTS FOR TODAY: HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL SECTIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS: IHSA CLASS 1A ST. ELMO SECTIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP: Okawville vs. South Central IHSA CLASS 1A CRAB ORCHARD SECTIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP: NCOE vs. Trico IHSA CLASS 2A CARTERVILLE SECTIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP: R...
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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...
Nov 4, 2026
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
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