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White County Fair just over Two Weeks Away

Tuesday, July 16 by Jc Tinsley

The 145th annual White County Fair is just over two weeks away. Officials are preparing for two demolition derbies this year; one to open the fair on Saturday, August 3rd and another to close out festivities on August 10th. In between, the White County... Read More.

Carmi Police Arrest Two in Separate Incidents Monday

Tuesday, July 16 by Jc Tinsley

A Carmi man is behind bars Tuesday morning awaiting an appearance before a judge following his arrest by Carmi authorities Monday evening. It was just before 5:30 Monday when Carmi Police took 48-year-old Michael Spoonemore into custody at a home on Fackney. He... Read More.

Autopsies Scheduled for Today Following Fatal Crash Friday

Monday, July 15 by Jc Tinsley

White County Coroner Chris Marsh says autopsies are scheduled for today in Springfield following a fatal accident just outside Carmi Friday. Illinois State Police say a 2000 Maroon Ford Mustang was southbound on Route 1 approaching 1350 North while a 2023 white Kia Forte... Read More.

New Storm Siren Testing Day/Time for Norris City

Monday, July 15 by Jc Tinsley

Village of Norris City Mayor Skip Land is alerting residents storm siren testing will now be done on the first Tuesday of each month at both 10am and 6:30pm. He says if there is inclement weather during those times, the sirens won’t be tested. ... Read More.

Baileys Arrested Following High-Risk Traffic Stop Early Sunday Morning

Monday, July 15 by Jc Tinsley

A Carlyle Illinois man is free on a Notice to Appear while a Carmi man is behind bars after what Carmi Police call a high-risk traffic stop resulted in their arrests early Sunday morning. It was about 2:20am when officers say they pulled over... Read More.

Two Dead Following Afternoon Crash in Carmi Friday

Friday, July 12 by Jc Tinsley

Two individuals are dead following a head on collision in Carmi Friday afternoon. Another individual has been taken to Deaconess with what are described as serious injuries. Authorities say it happened just before 1pm near County Road 1350 North. Witnesses and authorities suggest it... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND – Ferrell Hospital update with CEO Tony Keene

Friday, July 12 by Jc Tinsley

On May 8th, Ferrell Hospital's main campus in Eldorado was hit with a major flooding incident. The healthcare facility's CEO, Mr. Tony Keene drops by Open Line to provide an update on progress, services still available, how the staff and community are coming together... Read More.

White County 4-H Fair Livestock Show, Tractor Driving, and Shooting Sports Results

Friday, July 12 by Jc Tinsley

Submitted by Amy McCartyThe White County 4-H Livestock Show was held Wednesday, July 10 at the White County Fairgrounds in Carmi. 4-H members exhibited their animals in classes for Beef Cattle, Goats, Sheep, and Swine. In the Goat Show, Promiss Roser showed the Grand... Read More.

We Have a Theme for Corn Day 2024

Thursday, July 11 by Jc Tinsley

We have a theme. This year’s Corn Day celebration now in it’s 96th year will take place October 11th and 12th and this year’s parade theme has been announced as “Corn to be Wild”. Cassie Pigg and Nicki Rahmoeller submitted the theme idea on... Read More.

White County Senior Citizens Center to Host Medicare Help Event

Thursday, July 11 by Jc Tinsley

Are you or a loved one struggling to understand Medicare? The White County Senior Citizens Center in Carmi is hosting a question and answer class to help locals comprehend the ins and outs while avoiding pitfalls. The free class will be held at the... Read More.