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Obituary: Adreon
Alberta M. Adreon, 97, Fairbury, died at 2:45 am Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at Goldwater Care of Pontiac. Her graveside service will be...
Fairbury News staff
Dec 19, 20231 min read


PCE evacuated due to smoke
All students and staff at Prairie Central Elementary in Fairbury are safe after an evacuation late Tuesday morning. In a note to parents...
Fairbury News staff
Dec 19, 20231 min read


Interesting life of Della Baker
One of the most fascinating stories back in 1888 was when fourteen-year-old Della Baker ran away from home for a few days. This story...
Dale C. Maley
Dec 18, 20234 min read


Bank donates to Peace Meals
Bank of Pontiac has donated $40,000 to help seniors improve their nutrition, sustain their independence and enhance their quality of life...
Fairbury News staff
Dec 15, 20231 min read


Looking Back: 12-13-23
130 Years Ago December 9, 1893 Elmer Odell traded horses this week with parties near Forrest, so now he is flying high. Live coals...
Kari Kamrath
Dec 13, 202311 min read


Obituary: Golden
Annabelle Golden, 90, of Forrest, passed away in her home on Sunday, December 10, 2023. Cremation rites have been accorded by Duffy-Pils...
Fairbury News staff
Dec 11, 20231 min read


Obituary: Glowacki
Susan M. Glowacki, 51, of Fairbury, passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday, December 10, 2023 with her family by her side. Funeral...
Fairbury News staff
Dec 11, 20231 min read


Frisby influenced 2 generations
Cathryn Frisby is 102 years of age and is one of the few surviving teachers who taught in both country schools and the Fairbury school...
Fairbury News staff
Dec 11, 20235 min read


'The Gift of Christmas' is Dec. 16
The First Baptist Church of Fairbury will celebrate Christmas with a special musical concert, “The Gift of Christmas.” Two performances...
Fairbury News staff
Dec 8, 20231 min read


Obituary: Roman
Donna Roman, 82, of Fairbury, passed away at 8:37pm, December 6, 2023, at OSF St. Joseph Medical Center, Bloomington. Cremation has been...
Fairbury News staff
Dec 8, 20231 min read


City talks paid leave
The Fairbury City Council has approved an ordinance pertaining to the Illinois Paid Leave Act. This act was signed by the governor last...
Fairbury News staff
Dec 6, 20232 min read


Looking Back: 12-6-23
130 Years Ago December 2, 1893 Everett Chambers has sold his interest in the city laundry to his partner, I. I. Reynolds. Miss Jennie...
Kari Kamrath
Dec 6, 202311 min read


Round barns never took off
Round barns date back to the 18th and early 19th century. George Washington designed and built a sixteen-sided threshing barn at his...
Dale C. Maley
Dec 4, 20235 min read


Emotional return home for PC
The Hawks had a successful home opener as they played at PCHS on the new court for the first time Tuesday evening. Prairie Central...
Fairbury News staff
Nov 29, 20231 min read


Local man worked on WPA project
The Great Depression (1929–1939) was an economic shock that affected most countries worldwide. It was a period of economic depression...
Dale C. Maley
Nov 27, 20234 min read


Obituary: Somers
Beverly J. Somers, 85, Forrest, passed away at 6:26 am Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at her residence, Forrest. Cremation rites have been...
Fairbury News staff
Nov 26, 20231 min read


Obituary: Hartman
Patricia L. Hartman, 96, Fairbury, passed away at 3:10 pm Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at Fairview Haven Retirement Community, Fairbury....
Fairbury News staff
Nov 26, 20232 min read


Dream fulfilled for 101-year-old
A lifelong dream has come true for 101-year-old Marge Mishler. She always had a dream of riding in a firetruck and Fairview Haven...
Fairbury News staff
Nov 23, 20231 min read


Coroner passes away at 74
There is a vacancy in the Livingston County Coroner’s Office following the passing of Coroner Danny “Doc” Watson. Watson died Sunday at...
Fairbury News staff
Nov 23, 20231 min read


Looking Back: 11-22-23
130 Years Ago November 18, 1893 Peter Garber and family, late of near Weston, have moved into their new home in Fairbury and will proceed...
Kari Kamrath
Nov 22, 202312 min read
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