House advances assault weapon ban, Senate giving it ‘extensive review’ Friday, January 6 by Blake SeelyStory courtesy of Capitol News IllinoisA bill that would ban the sale and manufacture of assault weapons in Illinois advanced out of the state House on Thursday and now awaits action in the Senate.The bill was prompted in large part by the July 4... Read More.
Enfield Village Board to Meet January 10th Friday, January 6 by Blake SeelyThe Enfield Village Board monthly meeting to be held at 7 PM Tuesday January 10th will include an executive session to discuss employee compensation, animal control compensation, and Officer Mark Worlds’ worked hours including insurance. Executive Sessions may be moved to any position on... Read More.
Official Court Reporter Katie Schroeder Honored for Distinguished Career Friday, January 6 by Blake SeelyThe Second Judicial Circuit is proud to recognize former Official Court Reporter, Katie Schroeder for her distinguished career spanning 26 years of service to the Second Judicial Circuit. Reporter Schroeder officially retired at the end of 2022, serving her last day in Court on December 30.... Read More.
Biggerstaff Arrested on Multiple Warrants for Child Grooming Friday, January 6 by Blake Seely In September 2022, the Benton Police Department received information from a juvenile claiming to be the target of some form of sexual exploitation. Officers handling the complaint in Benton contacted Detectives from the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office and a coordinated investigation begun. The investigation... Read More.
Grayville City Council Meeting to be held January 9th 2023 Thursday, January 5 by Blake SeelyThe City of Grayville City Council will hold a meeting on Monday January 9th. The executive session will include the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of employees of the Administrative Department as well as the purchase of lease of real property for... Read More.
Wayne County Sheriff’s Report 1/5/2023 Thursday, January 5 by Blake SeelyThe Wayne County Sheriff’s Department had a busy day and had multiple arrests on their hands on Wednesday. A 41 year old Cisne man was arrested on Wednesday. Robert Seymore was arrested and charged with burglary and possession of methamphetamine. The burglary charges stem from... Read More.
Ferrell Hospital in Eldorado Recognized for Exceptional Quality and Care Thursday, January 5 by Blake SeelyStory curtesy of ICAHNThe Illinois Critical Access Hospital Network (ICAHN) recently recognized Ferrell Hospital, Eldorado, for its ongoing commitment to exceptional quality of care, during a ceremony held November 10th at the I-Hotel and Conference Center, Champaign, IL.As part of the Federal Office of... Read More.
White County Board to Meet January 10th, 2023 Thursday, January 5 by Blake SeelyThe White County Board will meet for their first monthly meeting of the year on January 10th at 7pm. They have a full agenda on tap for the night with several new items of business. They will consider the approval of... Read More.
Carmi Township Board Meeting Agenda for 1/20/2023 Thursday, January 5 by Blake SeelyThe Carmi Township Board will meet January 10th at 6pm at 304 S. Church street in Carmi. New business includes the Loss Control Policy Adoption and the Economic Interest Statement Names to County Clerk. There will also be reports from the Treasurer, the Clerk,... Read More.
Carmi Police Department Report 1/5/2023 Thursday, January 5 by Blake SeelyA Maunie man is behind bars after being charged with Domestic Battery. Brenton Jones of Washington Street had a complaint signed against him on Sunday after the victim reportedly had extensive injuries to her head and body. Jones was charged with Aggravated Domestic Battery,... Read More.
