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Two Arrested and Released Over the Weekend

Monday, February 24 by Nicole Behnke

Carmi Police made two arrests over the weekend. However, the individuals were later released on Notice to Appear.On February 21st, Carmi officers noticed 23-year-old Isaac Anderson of Norris City driving by, but they knew Anderson had a revoked license. Officers initiated a stop and... Read More.

NCOE School Board New Hires and Mowing Bids

Monday, February 24 by Nicole Behnke

After returning to the open session at Wednesday night's NCOE School Board meeting, the board unanimously accepted four resignations: Cathy Black, Linzy Brown, Emily Brinkley, and Kendra Kelley. The members also agreed to hire six individuals to the NCOE team: Greg Dolden, high school... Read More.

Shinkle Sworn-In as Edwards County Resident Circuit Judge

Wednesday, February 19 by Nicole Behnke

Second Circuit Chief Judge Melissa Morgan is honored to announce that Brian Shinkle has been sworn-in as the Edwards County Resident Circuit Judge. The swearing-in ceremony took place at the Edwards County Courthouse where Illinois Supreme Court Justice David Overstreet administered the Oath of... Read More.

Graduations Scheduled, Approval of Donations for CWC School Board

Wednesday, February 19 by Nicole Behnke

The Carmi-White County School Board had another brief meeting Tuesday night, lasting just six minutes. It was held on Tuesday due to Monday being President’s Day and started two hours earlier at 5 PM due to the approaching snowstorm. Scott Mareing was there and... Read More.

White County Sheriff’s Department Serves Warrant and Arrests Another

Tuesday, February 18 by Nicole Behnke

On February 14th, while sitting in the White County Jail on a domestic battery charge, Norris City resident Tony Summers was served a White County arrest warrant for escape from the White County Sheriff's Department.Cody McKinney was arrested by the White County Sheriff's Department... Read More.

One Arrested During Vehicle Accident

Tuesday, February 18 by Nicole Behnke

A two-vehicle accident sent one individual to the White County Jail.On February 17th, Nicholas Page claimed he was changing a song in his car when he ran a stop sign and struck another vehicle.A White County Sheriff's Deputy responded to the scene. Page informed... Read More.

Short Township Meeting for February

Friday, February 14 by Nicole Behnke

It was a relatively quick meeting with only one item on the agenda for the Carmi Township.Supervisor Pam Deig discussed the general and emergency assistance for January. The total amount disbursed was $3,643, which included 19 sign-ins, all from Carmi, that ranged from electricity,... Read More.

Over Two Hour Meeting for Enfield Board

Wednesday, February 12 by Nicole Behnke

The Enfield Village Board met in a long two and a half hour session Tuesday night, which featured a spirited discussion about groups using the gym at the Booth School. Scott Mareing was there and has this report…For about 45 minutes, the board members... Read More.

Fatal Train Accident

Monday, February 10 by Nicole Behnke

A Monday morning train accident ended with one pedestrian deceased.White County Dispatch responded to a 911 call about a train and pedestrian accident around 7:16 am. Carmi Police spoke to witnesses who advised that the CSX Locomotive and a male pedestrian were heading East.... Read More.

Two Arrested Early Friday Morning

Friday, February 7 by Nicole Behnke

In the early morning hours of Friday, a White County Sheriff's Deputy conducted a traffic stop on a dark-colored vehicle driven by Tyler Dill. According to the report, the driver exited the car and lifted the hood while the passenger moved to the driver's... Read More.