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Controversial Well Field Gets Approval from Jefferson County P&Z
August 19, 2025
Controversial Well Field Gets Approval from Jefferson County P&Z
By Gordon HopkinsDespite significant opposition from members of the public, the Jefferson County Planning and Zoning Committee voted unanimously to…
Entertainment at VFW
August 19, 2025
Entertainment at VFW
Legendary regional country group Southern Cross appeared in Fairbury at the VFW on Saturday night playing all the hits. Please…
Gambles Building Demolished
August 19, 2025
Gambles Building Demolished
By Gordon HopkinsAfter enduring more than 110 years, the historic Gambles Building in Wymore has finally been demolished.Like a lot…
Bridge Is The First Step In PWF Road Project
August 19, 2025
Bridge Is The First Step In PWF Road Project
By Gordon HopkinsBidding will soon begin for a new bridge on the PWF (Pawnee City, Wymore, Fairbury) Road, one step…
Diversion Director Resigns, County To Reexamine Program
August 19, 2025
Diversion Director Resigns, County To Reexamine Program
By Gordon HopkinsThe director of Jefferson County’s Diversion Services has announced her retirement and county commissioners are taking the opportunity…
Jefferson County Selects New Ambulance Driver
August 19, 2025
Jefferson County Selects New Ambulance Driver
It only took a few minutes of discussion behind closed doors after interviewing for Jefferson County Commissioners to decide Greg…
Jefferson County Hires New Ambulance Director
August 15, 2025
Jefferson County Hires New Ambulance Director
It only took a few minutes of discussion behind closed doors after interviewing for Jefferson County Commissioners to decide Greg…
Jefferson County Planning and Zoning Recommends Permit for Controversial Well
August 15, 2025
Jefferson County Planning and Zoning Recommends Permit for Controversial Well
A public hearing was held Thursday evening, August 14, at the Jefferson County Courthouse by the county’s Planning and Zoning…
Long Time Fairbury Physician Passes Away
August 15, 2025
Long Time Fairbury Physician Passes Away
Craig James Shumard MD, age 65, passed away Aug. 12, 2025, with family by his side at Jefferson Community Health…