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JCH&L Reminds Everyone to Be Cautious About Scams, Fraud
March 22, 2024
JCH&L Reminds Everyone to Be Cautious About Scams, Fraud
Jefferson Community Health and Life (JCH&L) reminds everyone that it is important to protect yourself from scams and fraud. There…
One Road Runner Theft Suspect is in Custody, Two Still at Large
March 22, 2024
One Road Runner Theft Suspect is in Custody, Two Still at Large
The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office recently announced a break in the investigation into a theft from a well-known establishment in…
Tanner Sell Sentenced
March 22, 2024
Tanner Sell Sentenced
After having his sentencing date rescheduled twice, a Fairbury man was given 90 days in jail.Tanner R. Sell, age 37,…
Warrant Issued for Lexington Man
March 22, 2024
Warrant Issued for Lexington Man
An arrest warrant was issued for a Lexington man after he failed to appear for court.Lemay Martinez-Diaz, age 30, was…
Fairbury Man Flees Deputies, Charged with Felony
March 22, 2024
Fairbury Man Flees Deputies, Charged with Felony
A high speed pursuit in Jefferson County ended with an arrest and felony charges.Anthony M. Kenley, 18, of Fairbury, was…
Deshler Man Avoids Felony Assault Charge
March 22, 2024
Deshler Man Avoids Felony Assault Charge
A Deshler man accused of assault has reached a plea deal with the state that will keep him from having…
Warrant for Fairbury Man Who Missed Court
March 22, 2024
Warrant for Fairbury Man Who Missed Court
An arrest warrant was issued for a Fairbury man after he failed to appear for court.Julio C. Ramirez-Ortega, age 36,…
Wizard of Oz
March 19, 2024
Wizard of Oz
Friday, Saturday and Sunday featured performances of the musical The Wizard of Oz at Fairbury High School. Featured were, from…
City Loses Only Grade Two Water Operator
March 19, 2024
City Loses Only Grade Two Water Operator
By Gordon HopkinsOn Friday, March 15, 2024, Fairbury Mayor Spencer Brown told FJN, “Gregg DeFrain is no longer an employee…
County Gets $8.5M Toward Road Repair
March 19, 2024
County Gets $8.5M Toward Road Repair
By Gordon HopkinsJefferson County will be receiving $8.5 million toward the completion of the PWF (Pawnee City, Wymore, Fairbury) Road.County…