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Governor in Southern Illinois Today Hailing Gambling Expansion and Infrastructure Improvements

Tuesday, July 2 by Jc Tinsley

A gambling critic said the state could lose a bet on how many jobs will be created by expanding Illinois’ gambling industry. While state officials expect to see more gambling revenue, that revenue could come with additional problems. Along with the infrastructure bill that doubles the... Read More.

Shoot your way to victory at the Young Leader Pistol Shoot

Tuesday, July 2 by Jc Tinsley

If you enjoy target shooting, then this event is for you! Registration is open for the 9th Annual Young Leader Pistol Shoot. The event will be held at the Carmi Rifle Club on Saturday, July 13. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m., and competition will... Read More.

White County Historical Society Wants Your Pictures!

Tuesday, July 2 by Jc Tinsley

White County Historical Society is reminding everyone that your old photographs are needed to help preserve our history. Due to the late decision to close the Carmi Public Library this Friday, July 5, that date is being removed from the schedule to scan your... Read More.

Runaway Reported

Friday, June 28 by Jc Tinsley

Runaway Reported The White County Sheriff’s Department is once again investigating a reported runaway from the Baptist Children’s Home in rural Carmi. According to the report, released by White County Sheriff Doug Maier, the runaway was described as a black male, 16 years old, about 5’... Read More.

Methamphetamine Bust

Friday, June 28 by Jc Tinsley

Meth Bust Carmi Police arrested 32 year old Belinda A. Vogt of 607 Sycamore Street, Carmi, on meth related charges after she gave authorities permission to search her residence.According to the incident report released by Carmi Chief of Police Jason Carter Vogt is facing charges... Read More.

Elastec Receives Illinois Export Award

Friday, June 28 by Jc Tinsley

ELASTEC RECEIVES ILLINOIS EXPORT AWARDElastec is proud to announce the receipt of the 2019 Governor’s Export Award for “Exporter Continuing Excellence.” Elastec is the largest manufacturer of environmental response equipment in North America with products in over 155 countries.Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton and Erin... Read More.

Hamilton Hospital Earns ACR Accreditation

Friday, June 28 by Jc Tinsley

Hamilton Memorial Hospital Earns ACR Accreditation(McLeansboro, Illinois) — Hamilton Memorial Hospital has been awarded a three-year term of accreditation in mammography as the result of a recent review by the American College of Radiology (ACR). Mammography... Read More.

2019 4-H Show Coming Up

Friday, June 28 by Jc Tinsley

2019 4-H Show Press ReleaseThe 2019 4-H Show begins this Friday, July 5 and runs through Wednesday, July 10, 2019. This year 147 4-H members are enrolled in over 1000 exhibits at the White County 4-H Shows. White County 4-H members have worked throughout... Read More.

FMH June Employee of the Month

Friday, June 28 by Jc Tinsley

FMH PRESENTSJUNE EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH Fairfield Memorial Hospital honors employees monthly for providing extraordinary patient care and customer services within and outside of the Hospital. Lucy Ruhl, who works as Billing Specialist in the FMH Business Office, has been selected as the June Employee... Read More.

Lions Fourth of July Car Show

Friday, June 28 by Jc Tinsley

Lions Car Show Thursday, the Fourth of July will once again find the Carmi Lions Club hosting their annual Car, Truck, Motorcycle And Tractor Show.This is the 12th year for the annual show which will be held at the White County Fairgrounds in Carmi. Registration will... Read More.