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Hemp Forum Planned for Sunday in Carmi

Tuesday, July 24 by Jc Tinsley

The White County Farm Bureau at 304 East Robinson Street in Carmi will be the site of a HEMP Forum this Sunday, July 29th at 1:00 p.m. With the current legislation before us nationally and in Illinois, some say it’s time for farmers in... Read More.

Man Sentenced for Role in Southern Illinois Teen’s Death

Tuesday, July 24 by Jc Tinsley

PINCKNEYVILLE, Ill. (AP) — A man charged in the 2010 kidnapping and death of a 15-year-old girl in southern Illinois has been sentenced to 20 years in prison. The sentencing of 27-year-old Chad Bennett II comes after he pleaded guilty in March to a home... Read More.

Pair of Auto Accidents Monday in Carmi

Tuesday, July 24 by Jc Tinsley

A Grayville woman got more than she bargained for while thumping melons in Carmi yesterday. Mary Bell reports to Carmi Police she had gotten out of her Dodge Caravan at John Brown’s melon stand in East Carmi just before 2:30pm when for unknown reasons,... Read More.

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Doors Open Illinois to feature White County Historical Society Sites

Tuesday, July 24 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Office of Tourism is sponsoring a Doors Open program to coincide with the Bicentennial this year. Doors Open will see iconic historical sites and architectural treasures throughout the state open their doors to the public during four consecutive weekends in August. It’s... Read More.

Democrats to Offer Big Prizes at 2018 White County Fair

Tuesday, July 24 by Jc Tinsley

It’s nearly White County Fair time and it’s also a political year. That means there will be a heightened excitement surrounding the Republicans and Democrats booths.The White County Democrats plan to offer a two day stay for two at the Rocky Comfort Cabins in... Read More.

Grayville Mayor/Commissioners Assure Water is Safe at Council Meeting

Tuesday, July 24 by Jc Tinsley

It may not be pretty depending on where you live in Grayville, but officials are certain the water is safe. While the water is discolored in certain areas of town, commissioners and the mayor say it’s due to the pipes being old, in some... Read More.

Weather Service Confirms 4 Tornadoes Hit Indiana Friday

Tuesday, July 24 by Jc Tinsley

NEW MIDDLETOWN, Ind. (AP) — The National Weather Service says crews have determined that four tornadoes were part of the severe storms that hit Indiana late last week. The agency says a tornado with winds of 105 mph (169 kph) touched down in southern Indiana's... Read More.

Brownsville School Foundation Fundraiser Update

Monday, July 23 by Jc Tinsley

The Brownsville School Foundation is raising money for the Brownsville School playground renewal project. The organization has held a couple fundraisers recently including a cookout at Little Giant Grocery Outlet as well as an event at the Carmi Elks Lodge on Saturday. Jeremy Pretsch,... Read More.

Coming Soon: Community Notes, Reminders and To Do’s

Monday, July 23 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi League of Arts Summer Gazebo Concert Series continues this Tuesday. Beginning at 7:30, the cast of Little Shop of Horrors will sing selections from the musical they performed recently. 60’s music will be featured. In the event of bad weather, Gazebo Concerts... Read More.

Senate Bill 2638 would Allow Local Governments to Kick the Debt Can down the Road

Monday, July 23 by Jc Tinsley

A government finance watchdog is warning that a bill on Gov. Bruce Rauner's desk could allow local governments to use accounting practices shunned by many private businesses. Senate Bill 2638 would allow local governments to file annual reports to the Illinois Comptroller based off... Read More.