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Aquifer Mapping Study Over Jefferson and Gage County Skies

Aquifer Mapping Study Over Jefferson and Gage County Skies

Beginning earlier this week, a helicopter towing a large hoop from a cable has been making low-level flights over portions…
Three Injured in Pitbull Attack

Three Injured in Pitbull Attack

A dog was put down by law enforcement after three people were injured in an attack in Fairbury.On Saturday, June…
Chesterfest Preparations Under Way

Chesterfest Preparations Under Way

Preparation for this year's Chesterfest is in full swing and Chester gets ready for its 'summer party.’ There are two…
Spring Forth

Spring Forth

Kids from the FYI (Family Youth Involvement) Center have begun working on the community garden in downtown Fairbury. Please login…
Six Candidates File for Jansen Special Election

Six Candidates File for Jansen Special Election

Six candidates have filed for the Special Election for the Jansen Village Board of Trustees: Vern Niemand, Carol Ellis, Susan…
Wymore Man Pleads No Contest to Assault, False Imprisonment

Wymore Man Pleads No Contest to Assault, False Imprisonment

Travis W. Hardin, age 39, of Wymore, appeared in Gage County Court on Monday, June 12, 2023, where he pleaded…
Fairbury Man Charged with Assault, False Imprisonment

Fairbury Man Charged with Assault, False Imprisonment

Spencer M. Fentress, age 62, of Fairbury, appeared in Gage County Court on Tuesday, June 13, 2023. Jeffrey A. Gaertig…
Honoring Our Flag

Honoring Our Flag

Photos by Gordon Hopkins/fairburyjournalnewsHonoring Our Flag—The annual Flag Day celebration was held at the Fairbury Elks Lodge Wednesday evening, June…
Jansen Village Business Remains At Standstill Until Special Election

Jansen Village Business Remains At Standstill Until Special Election

As of press time, four candidates have filed for the Special Election for the Jansen Village Board of Trustees: Carol…
CASA Faces Significant Funding Shortfall

CASA Faces Significant Funding Shortfall

By Gordon Hopkins“To be honest with you, we have a budget crisis.” That was the assessment of Jefferson County Commissioner…
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