Local News

Fourth of July Weekend Arrests

Carmi Police arrested three individuals over the Fourth of July weekend.On July 4th, a little after noon, Ashley Ricketts was apprehended by the Carmi Police and taken back to the White County Jail. Ricketts had an active warrant from White County for a charge... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND – White County Fair Royalty 2025

Monday, July 7 by Jc Tinsley

The White County Fair kicked off Sunday by crowning new fair queens. Listen in as Jc sits down with Miss White County Fair Laney York, Junior Miss Hadley Williams, and Little Miss Aubree Drone. The trio have lots in common from being very comfortable... Read More.

4-H Members Preview Speeches, Projects at Kiwanis Ahead of Annual Fair

Thursday, July 3 by Jc Tinsley

More than 150 youngsters are part of White County 4-H and they’re busy putting the final touches on altogether about 850 exhibits and projects to be shown across the sprawling White County Fairgrounds next week. About a dozen of those kids gave a sneak... Read More.

Two Individuals Arrested Tuesday

Thursday, July 3 by Nicole Behnke

On Tuesday, the Carmi Police arrested two male individuals during a traffic stop.Jedadiah Locher received a charge of Possession of Cannabis in a Motor Vehicle and was released and given a Notice to Appear citation. Locher was also cited for Operation of a Motor... Read More.

Violation of Probation for One, Domestic Battery for Another

Wednesday, July 2 by Nicole Behnke

A Carmi woman violated her probation on June 23rd and was arrested by a White County Sheriff Deputy at the White County Probation office.According to the affidavit, Katie Grant admitted to using drugs to the officers. Grant will be detained at the White County... Read More.

Hamilton Memorial Hospital Launches Patient and Family Engagement Committee

Wednesday, July 2 by Nicole Behnke

McLeansboro, Illinois – July 1, 20205 – Hamilton Memorial Hospital District (HMHD) is proud to announce the formation of its new Patient and Family Engagement Committee (PFEC)—a collaborative initiative that brings patients and their loved ones to the table to help shape the future... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND – Norris City Chamber Featuring Aunt Britt’s Garden

Wednesday, July 2 by Jc Tinsley

After the first two months of 2025 drug on and on, the rest of the year has been a blur. As we turn the calendar month to July, we welcome in another Norris City Chamber of Commerce visit including Lena Hicks, CEO at Wabash... Read More.

Carmi Elks Gets Special Event Liquor License for Guardian Center Event; Hargrave Closer to Liquor License; Council Holds on Changing TIF Request Timeline

Wednesday, July 2 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Elks Lodge will get a special event liquor license to be able to serve alcohol at an upcoming fundraiser for The Guardian Center; Kenny Hargrave is one step closer to a liquor license allowing him to move forward with adding video gaming... Read More.

Omans Jailed on Six Charges Monday

Wednesday, July 2 by Jc Tinsley

A Carmi man is behind bars following his arrest Monday afternoon near the corner of Sycamore and 3rd. Carmi Police say they observed 44-year-old James Omans driving a Yamaha motorcycle on the roadway and knew him to be operating that machine with a Revoked... Read More.

Say Hello to the 2025 White County Fair Contestants

Tuesday, July 1 by Nicole Behnke

The White County and 4H Fair events start on Sunday, July 6, at 7 pm with the White County Fair Queen Pageant.Retiring queens, Little Miss Baylor Bell, Junior Miss Brinkley Moore, and Miss Andi Garner, will be crowning new girls on Sunday at the... Read More.