Local News

Russell Expresses Thanks as she Prepares to Crown New White County Fair Queen

Thursday, July 25 by Jc Tinsley

The 145th Annual White County Fair will open in just about a week and reigning royalty will look to crown fresh new faces Monday, August 5th. Brenna Russell, the retiring 2023/2024 White County Fair Queen visited with Carmi Kiwanis Thursday ahead of the pageant... Read More.

The White County Sheriff’s Department Arrested Two Individuals

Thursday, July 25 by Nicole Behnke

Officers were dispatched to a residence with Probation with an Arrest Warrant in hand for 34-year-old Sasha Richards. Richards was transported to the White County Jail on the warrant for a Failure to Appear.In Norris City,... Read More.

Rost, Tyner Arrested on FTA Warrants; Police Take Reports of Burglary and Criminal Damage to Property

Thursday, July 25 by Jc Tinsley

An Oak Street woman says someone stole items from her residence. Christina Moeller reported the thievery Wednesday just before noon. She would file complaints for burglary as well as theft under $500. The report doesn’t indicate exactly what items were allegedly taken from the... Read More.

Connely Found Guilty on One Charge; Not Guilty on Two Others

Wednesday, July 24 by Jc Tinsley

A weeklong trial has resulted in the conviction of Crossville resident Emmit Connely. The 54-year-old was found guilty by a jury on Friday on one count of Criminal Sexual Assault of a Family Member under the age of 18. The jury returned a not... Read More.

Carmi Chamber Growing with Expansions and New Business Ribbon Cuttings

Wednesday, July 24 by Jc Tinsley

It can be easy in a small town to get concerned when a couple businesses close. For some, it immediately conjures a concerning image of tumbleweeds blowing through a ghost town. But, small towns with enterprising folks have a way of rallying. Recently, rumblings... Read More.

2024 White County 4-H Livestock Auction

Tuesday, July 23 by Nicole Behnke

Here are pictures and winning results of the 4H White County Livestock Auction.

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Seil to Retire After 37 Years with Grayville; Council Votes to Establish Business District

Tuesday, July 23 by Jc Tinsley

After 37 years serving the citizens of Grayville, JoEllen Seil will enjoy retirement. City leaders, in good humor, reluctantly agreed to accept Seil’s intent to retire effective October 1st. She started with the city back in August of 1987 and will be sorely missed... Read More.

Vienna-Goreville Cancels Season; CWC to Receive Forfeit Week 3

Monday, July 22 by Cole Carter

For the 3rd time in the last 4 seasons, Vienna-Goreville will not play a varsity football schedule.The announcement came last week as BDC teams scrambled to find another opponent to fill the empty week on their schedule. For Carmi-White County, they will once again... Read More.

Carmi Woman Arrested on Alleged Hit and Run

Monday, July 22 by Jc Tinsley

A Carmi woman is free on Pre Trial Release after her arrest Friday night. Carmi Police say they were dispatched to Pundrakes for a hit and run call about 10 minutes before 11pm. After reviewing video footage and a complaint was formally signed, officers... Read More.

Board of Review Makes Adjustments to White County Parcels

Monday, July 22 by Jc Tinsley

The nine total entities or individuals who appealed to the White County Board of Review have their results. All were lowered except for one, from what Supervisor of Assessments Gary Baxley assessed. All will see an increase though, ranging from an $8,000 jump in... Read More.