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Covid-19 Update from Wabash General Hospital in Mt. Carmel

Thursday, April 2 by Jc Tinsley

To reduce the risk of exposure, Wabash General Hospital has chosen to follow the recommendations and practice of other area hospitals to postponed elective surgeries through April 10, 2020. We plan to re-evaluate this on a weekly basis. We appreciate your patience. Your safety... Read More.

Illinois Public Health Officials Announce 986 New Cases of Covid-19 Virus

Wednesday, April 1 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today announced 986 new cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 42 additional deaths. Locally, we're still on just 1 case in Saline County Illinois. Gallatin, White, Hamilton, Wayne and Edwards Counties in Illinois are all... Read More.

Carmi Native Claims 2020 Paul Simon Essay Contest Award

Wednesday, April 1 by Jc Tinsley

A student essay reflecting on how unexpected changes in life can lead you to a community college to pursue your dreams has earned Mattie Dennis the 2020 Paul Simon Essay award at Southeastern Illinois College.“Winning this award makes me very proud,” said Dennis. “I was... Read More.

Represnetative Bailey Issues Statement Criticizing Illinois Governor Pritzker for Failings

Wednesday, April 1 by Jc Tinsley

State Representatives Darren Bailey (R-Louisville) and State Representative Blaine Wilhour (R-Effingham) have heard from dozens of constituents over the past week about the inability to access the state’s unemployment services.Today, the two issued the following joint statement:“More than 130,000 Illinois workers filed for unemployment... Read More.

City of Carmi Planned Power Outage

Wednesday, April 1 by Jc Tinsley

The City of Carmi will have a planned power outage on Thursday, April 2, 2020, from 5am-7am for the purpose of replacing a pole. Areas affected include the north side of the 500 block of Bohleber Drive, and the 500 block of the south... Read More.

Updated List of Bear Sightings 4-6-2020 as of 10:30am

Monday, March 30 by Jc Tinsley

List of known locations for your “Bear Hunt”. Have other locations? Send them now to [email protected] School 113 10th Street CarmiJefferson School 713 4th Street CarmiThe Original Company, WROY/WRUL 101 N. Church Street Carmi1st Mid Bank & Trust 116 W. Main Street CarmiState Farm - Dave Matheny 122 E Main Street CarmiBanterra Bank 1310 W... Read More.

Saline County Resident Becomes First in Egyptian Health Department Area to Test Positive for Covid-19

Sunday, March 29 by Jc Tinsley

Egyptian Health Department was notified on Sunday, March 29, 2020 of a Saline County resident who tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19). The individual, a 49 year old male is at home and doing well. The individual had already been self-quarantined and followed appropriate guidelines... Read More.

BREAKING NEWS: Bears Sighted in Carmi

Friday, March 27 by Jc Tinsley

We’re following multiple reports of Bear Sightings in the immediate Carmi and White County area. In a strange turn of events however, residents, especially children are actually encouraged to leave their residentces and search for the “Ursus” in question.That’s right, the Carmi Kiwanis Club has... Read More.

Do Good U – The story and interview with CEO Mitch Gross

Friday, March 27 by Jc Tinsley

There’s plenty of bad news in the world. A freshly launched company, is aiming to change that however, and to do so on a global level. Mitch Gross, the CEO of Do Good University (Do Good U), a husband and father of 2, a... Read More.

Wabash General Hospital Covid-19 Update

Friday, March 27 by Jc Tinsley

Wabash General Hospital’s Respiratory Clinic will open on Saturday, March 28, 2020 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The Respiratory Clinic will remain open during the week from 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM and from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM on the weekend. If... Read More.