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Man Arrested Following Biting Incident in Carmi Thursday

Friday, December 23 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police were called to 117 Kerney Thursday afternoon where they arrested24 year old Alfredo Gutierrez. According to the report, a 911 call was placed sometime around 4pm. While officers were on scene, Gutierrez allegedly grabbed a roommate, 25 year old Antonio Hernandez and began biting... Read More.

Carmi Hospital Broken Into; Theft Reported Thursday

Friday, December 23 by Jc Tinsley

The abandoned Carmi hospital building has once again been broken into according to Carmi Police. A representative from the TSA Holding Group in San Francisco, California, which is currently in possession of the property reported to Carmi authorities Thursday morning that someone or multiple individuals... Read More.

Six Challengers Join Four Incumbents Running for CWC Unit 5 School Board in Spring Election

Tuesday, December 20 by Jc Tinsley

Four of the current seven Carmi White County Unit 5 School Board members will try to retain their positions in the spring election. Tom Scates, Barb Mitchell, Nathan Whetstone (appointed following the resignation of Andy Acord), and Brent Hammell all turned in petitions ahead... Read More.

Meteorologist Beau Dodson Prepares Tri State for Dangerous Winter Storm

Monday, December 19 by Jc Tinsley

Joining us from Weather Talk, Beau Dodson gets us prepared for what to expect with this potential 2022 Christmas weather storm. Flash Freezing, significant cold and wind gusts are all in the forecast. Learn more and stay up to date with Beau at Read More.

Harmony Way Bridge Authorities Come Together to Discuss Progress

Monday, December 19 by Jc Tinsley

To the average citizen, not much has changed since May 21, 2012. That’s when the Harmony Way Bridge abruptly closed down due to safety concerns. In 2020, officials officially took ownership of the span as it was transferred from the White County Bridge Commission... Read More.

Baxley Expands on “Mess” of Supervisor of Assessments Office After Board Meeting

Thursday, December 15 by Jc Tinsley

It’s been two weeks, only about 10 business days, since Gary Baxley got his hands on the goings on at the White County Supervisor of Assessments Office. He says he’s had some of the ladies that used to work in the department come back and... Read More.

Carmi Kiwanis Honors Six of Its Own Thursday

Thursday, December 15 by Jc Tinsley

The success of Kiwanis Clubs throughout the world relies on strong and active service from members. The Carmi Kiwanis Club is the city’s largest civic organization made up of around 70 members in good standing, many of whom are long time associates. Thursday, members... Read More.

Burnt Prairie Native Among Authors Making Appearance at Carmi Library Friday

Wednesday, December 14 by Jc Tinsley

Burnt Prairie native David Vaught graduated from Carmi Township High School in 1965, from West Point in 1969, and then SIU School of Law in 1977. He's served as senior advisor to Governor Pat Quinn, was director for Quinn's Office of Management and Budget,... Read More.

Carmi Chamber Co-Members of the Month for December 2022 Announced

Monday, December 5 by Jc Tinsley

In this episode of Open Line ON DEMAND, Jc sits down with December Co-Members of the month for the Carmi Chamber of Commerce, two new businesses. Kati Sturgal is launching Pup & Co Inn LLC, a new dog boarding facility on Sacramento Road. Beth... Read More.

After Nearly 32 Years, Graves Calls it a Career

Wednesday, November 30 by Jc Tinsley

After 31 years and 8 months, Sheriff Randy Graves is hanging up his badge for the last time, headed to the farm, and probably to finish up a remodel that began a few years ago.More than 50 folks were crammed in Carmi City Council... Read More.