Local News

Shimkus Statement on Status of Immigration Debate

Friday, June 22 by Jc Tinsley

Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) released the following statement on the status of immigration reform in Congress:“I’ve always said that securing our borders must be the first step in reforming our broken immigration system, and both bills originally slated to be considered by the... Read More.

Crossville man surrenders at Carmi Police Department Thursday

Friday, June 22 by Jc Tinsley

28 year old Jeffery Goff of Crossville turned himself in at the Carmi Police Department Thursday night on a White County warrant for failure to appear on a charge of driving while license suspended. Goff was processed at the White County Jail, and... Read More.

White County Democrats hold June meeting

Friday, June 22 by Jc Tinsley

The White County Democrats held their monthly meeting last night, June 21st, 2018, at the White County Fairgrounds. In discussion were the upcoming golf scramble, which is scheduled for next Saturday, June 30th, at the Carmi Country Club. All are welcome to come and... Read More.

NCOE School Board passes budget

Friday, June 22 by Jc Tinsley

The NCOE Board of Education recently held a public hearing June 21st and passed the 2017-2018 amended budget.During the regularly scheduled board meeting that followed, the minutes and the bills for the month were approved as presented.Prairie Farms will once again provide milk for... Read More.

IFB Statement Regarding House Passage of the 2018 Farm Bill

Friday, June 22 by Jc Tinsley

The following is a statement from Illinois Farm Bureau President Richard Guebert, Jr., regarding the House passage of the 2018 farm bill.“Our members are pleased to see the House’s action today on the 2018 farm bill. Illinois farmers face daunting challenges in a declining... Read More.

Carmi Police searching for man who attacked two men Monday

Friday, June 22 by Jc Tinsley

Unemployment Rate Continues Falling in All Metro Areas

Friday, June 22 by Jc Tinsley

Unemployment rates decreased over-the-year in May in all of Illinois’s metropolitan areas, according to preliminary data released today by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES). Data also show nonfarm jobs increased in eleven of the... Read More.

Carmi Police arrest two on Wednesday

Thursday, June 21 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police made two separate warrant arrests on Wednesday.32 year old Richard Ott of Carmi was taken into custody at 2:32 pm after being seen riding a bike in the 700 block of Sixth Street. Ott was wanted on a White County warrant... Read More.

Carmi Township to begin roadwork this month

Thursday, June 21 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Township Road District will begin milling up roads the end of June, weather permitting.The roads will have to settle for a couple weeks before the oil and chipping can be completed. There may also be a few delays or detours, so please be... Read More.

State Police conduct NITE patrol in Wabash and Edwards Counties

Thursday, June 21 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police (ISP) District 19 Commander, Captain Cory Ristvedt, announces the results of a Nighttime Enforcement (NITE) patrol in Wabash and Edwards Counties during June. This NITE patrol allowed the ISP to focus on preventing, detecting, and taking enforcement action in response to impaired driving... Read More.