Fairfield, IL

There were six offenders released on parole during 2020 that live in Hamilton County, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by SE Illinois News. The data shows five men and one woman were released in Hamilton County. Of the parolees, one was a veteran, and the median age was 34. The youngest parolee was a 22-year-old man convicted of a property crime in 2018, and the oldest was a 45-year-old man convicted of a crime involving drugs in 2018.

A decision by recently appointed Odin School Superintendent Sam Alli to take the job of Iuka Grade School Superintendent has led to the promotion of recently hired Odin Principal Kimberly Briggs to the Superintendent’s job. The Odin School is now advertising for a Principal to replace Briggs. She is coming to the district from Special education Coordinator Administrator at the North Clay Unit School District.

MT. CARMEL, Ill. (WFIE) - People passing through Mount Carmel are going to notice the recent work of a non-profit organization, whose mission is to recognize service members. “If it’s a killed in action, I promise you I’ll go more than 400 miles,” Jeff Hastings, the CEO with Flagman’s Mission Continues said. “Whatever it takes to make it happen.”

Gloria Roberta Skropka, 92, formerly of Dale, Illinois, passed away peacefully June 13, 2021 at her home in Centralia, Illinois. She was born September 18, 1928 in Royal Oak, Michigan to Paul and Jennie (Harrington) Mayberry. She married Henry Felix Skropka on August 24, 1957 and he preceded her in death. Gloria was a home maker and a long time Avon saleswoman. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandkids and great grandkids. She loved to sew, play cards and enjoyed reading. Gloria was Catholic by faith and was a faithful member of St. Clements Catholic Church in McLeansboro.

Brenda Jo Elliott, 71, of Mount Vernon, Illinois, passed away at 10:45 pm June 10, 2021 at Crossroads Community Hospital in Mount Vernon. She was born May 18, 1950 in McLeansboro, Illinois to the late Jack and Mary (Lenard) Thomas. Brenda married Stan Elliott on August 31, 2002. They were blessed with nearly 19 years of marriage.

Gary Allen Lipe, age 74, of Mount Vernon, Illinois, passed away on June 11, 2021 in Evansville, Indiana surrounded by his family. Gary was born on May 19, 1947 to James Allen Lipe and Erma Madge (Tucker) Lipe in Mount Vernon, Illinois. He was raised by his grandmother, Viola (Childers) Lipe.

Sharon Adams Beard, 71, of Mount Vernon, Illinois, passed away at 6:44 am June 12, 2021 at her residence in Mount Vernon. She was born November 18, 1949 in Bakersville, California to the late Leon and Geraldine (Wilson) Adams. Sharon married Mike Beard on November 27, 1970. In addition to...

It has taken 2 ½ years, but the permanent exhibit “When History Meets Archeology: The Hallock Family of Wabash County, Illinois” is finished. A grand opening by invitation has been scheduled as part of The Fabulous Fourth Celebration, but anyone can visit the exhibit during regular museum hours. The Wabash...

Of the 2,113 citizens living in Albion in 2019, 1,544 were old enough to vote as of Jan. 26, according to U.S. Census Bureau data. The bureau reported 829 of those people were female and 715 were male. An agency of the U.S. Federal Statistical System, the Census Bureau is...

Owners at the Wonder Market in Norris City say they were robbed early Saturday morning. There’s been no report yet from the White County Sheriff’s Office or Norris City Police, that we’ve received anyway. Owner of the store, Lesley Ray posted security footage of the perpetrators on her social media however. We’ve uploaded the pictures to our website in the local news section at WRUL.com. If you recognize any of the individuals involved or have information, contact the White County Sheriff’s Department at 618-382 – 7149.

A Carmi woman says someone has stolen her dog. The report came in Sunday around 4pm. 22 year old Deanne Miller says someone took her Golden Retriever/Australian Shepard mix from her residence on Fackney Street on Friday. A theft report was signed.

There were eight professional licenses issued in McLeansboro during the third quarter, according to the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR). These licenses will lapse if they are not renewed before their expiration date. IDFPR comprises several agencies, bureaus and commissions that influence business growth and job creation...