Local News

White County Historical Society to host Dennis Stroughmatt at Spring Dinner Meeting

Monday, April 2 by Jc Tinsley

Make plans now to attend the Spring Dinner meeting of White County Historical Society on Monday, April 16. Following a meal catered by Yesterday’s, the featured entertainer will be Dennis Stroughmatt, a southeastern Illinois native who has become an accomplished fiddler, singer, and cultural... Read More.

Carmi man arrested twice in two days

Friday, March 30 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police arrested 29 year old Jason Rockett of Carmi following a traffic stop Wednesday afternoon. Rockett was pulled over on 10th Street at 1:13 pm and charged with driving on a suspended license. Rockett posted a $150 bond at the scene and was... Read More.

SIC Theatre Presents The Producers April 20-22

Friday, March 30 by Jc Tinsley

Southeastern Illinois College Theatre is proud to present Mel Brooks’ classic musical The Producers April 20-22 in the George T. Dennis Visual and Performing Arts Center. The Producers is the hilarious story of a scheming producer, Max Bialystock (Alex McRoy of... Read More.

Carmi City Council agenda for Tuesday, April 3rd

Friday, March 30 by Jc Tinsley

AGENDA City of Carmi, Illinois City Council Meeting City Council Chambers, 225 East Main Street April 3, 2018, at 5:30 p.m. 1. Call to order by Mayor Pollard, Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance.2. Roll Call.3. Approve March 20, 2018, Council Meeting Minutes4. For council consideration, discussion and possible approval:a)... Read More.

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE PROVIDE SAFETY TIPS FOR MOTORISTS

Friday, March 30 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police (ISP) officials are reminding motorists of the dangers of getting out of your car after you have been involved in a crash or stranded on the roadway. Three pedestrian fatalities have occurred on Illinois roadways within the last week. The Governors... Read More.

Kiwanis Club Hears about CWCHS Baseball

Friday, March 30 by Jc Tinsley

At its weekly meeting, the Carmi Kiwanis Club heard from Carmi White County High School Baseball Coach Justin Simmons. Kiwanian Toby Brown introduced Simmons, noting his accomplishments when playing sports for CWCHS as a high school student.Simmons, who graduated in 1997 and was... Read More.

Illinois DCFS and community partners kick-off April as Child Abuse Prevention Month

Friday, March 30 by Jc Tinsley

The public is invited to join the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services, Prevent Child Abuse Illinois, other child welfare stakeholders, elected officials and more for a month-long observance to share child abuse and neglect prevention awareness messages and to help promote prevention... Read More.

White County CEO Program to Hold Trade Show

Friday, March 30 by Jc Tinsley

The White County CEO Program will hold their Trade Show on April 23, 2018 from 5-7pm at Rice Motor Company, located at 1306 W Main Street in Carmi.Eleven students have participated in the class this year learning how to run their own business through... Read More.

Governor Rauner honors veterans of the Vietnam War

Friday, March 30 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today joined the Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs (IDVA) to honor veterans of the Vietnam War and give them a proper welcome home.“I am proud to welcome our Vietnam War heroes home. They stood up for democracy and freedom and represented... Read More.

RLC Student Art Show winners announced

Friday, March 30 by Jc Tinsley

The annual Rend Lake College Student Art Show was held last Thursday, March 22, in the Theatre Lobby. This year's judge was Carrie Gibbs, Director of the Shrode Art Center in Mt. Vernon, who has visited campus this semester for a pottery demonstration in... Read More.