Local News

Four arrested by Carmi Police over weekend

Monday, May 7 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police arrested 22 year old Carmen Ray Chitwood of Carmi Friday afternoon on a White County warrant for theft. Chitwood was taken into custody at his residence on Stewart Street at 4:55 pm, and was transported to the White County Jail. He... Read More.

Children Celebrated During the Month of April at SIC

Monday, May 7 by Jc Tinsley

Every year the month of April is dedicated to children. Not only is it National Child Abuse Awareness Month, but one week of the month has been named “Week of the Young Child™”. Southeastern Illinois College helped raise awareness of these causes.SIC President... Read More.

State Fire Marshal: “Be Aware. Arson Ain’t Cool.”

Monday, May 7 by Jc Tinsley

The Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is highlighting how Illinois communities can help prevent arson with the release of an online public service announcement (PSA).The video coincides with the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s 2018 Arson Awareness Week. This... Read More.

Blackberry Smoke Brings Southern Country Rock To The Du Quoin State Fair

Monday, May 7 by Jc Tinsley

The opening weekend of the Du Quoin State Fair promises to offer something for everybody. The Du Quoin State Fair is proud to announce the addition of Blackberry Smoke to its summer grandstand concert series. The southern country-rock band will perform on Saturday, August... Read More.

Spring Breeding Season Reminder: Leave Young Wildlife Alone

Monday, May 7 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is reminding Illinois citizens to leave baby birds and wild animals alone.During the breeding season, well-meaning people may believe they are helping by taking possession of young wildlife such as young rabbits, fawn deer, baby birds and... Read More.

SHAWNEE NATIONAL FOREST TO HOST FISHING DERBIES

Monday, May 7 by Jc Tinsley

Whether you love fishing or have never tried it, taking a kid fishing can be a rewarding experience. Springtime is one of the best times to go fishing, and at the annual Shawnee National Forest fishing derby, you can enjoy the beautiful outdoors. Not... Read More.

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Carmi man injured in rollover accident Sunday morning

Monday, May 7 by Jc Tinsley

Early Sunday morning, White County Dispatch received a call about an overturned car off of Highway 1 north of Carmi. The White County Sheriff’s Department and White County Ambulance Service both responded to the scene shortly after 5:30 am. The driver of the crashed... Read More.

Pin presented by DAR for service

Friday, May 4 by Jc Tinsley

The Wabash Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution is a Commemorative Partner with the Vietnam War Commemoration in Washington, Dc. On April 10, 2018 in Harrisburg, IL, Dorothea Thackrey, Carmi, DAR Veterans Chair, presented Dennis Clay of Golconda... Read More.

Kiwanis Club learns about Kenya at Thursday’s meeting

Friday, May 4 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Kiwanis Club held its regularly scheduled noon meeting on May 3, 2018 at the White County Farm Bureau Building. Club President Holly Healy opened the meeting with the Kiwanis Creed, Song, Pledge and Prayer. The 50/50 drawing was won by Steve... Read More.

Two short programs highlight Thursday’s Rotary meeting

Friday, May 4 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Rotary club had two short programs on Thursday, as the scheduled speaker was unable to attend the day’s meeting.Pastor Randy Douglass of the First United Methodist Church spoke briefly to the club about a series of movies called, “The Jesus Project.” Pastor... Read More.