Local News

Carmi woman sentenced in White County Court Monday

Tuesday, January 30 by Jc Tinsley

In White County Court on Monday, a Carmi woman was sentenced to three years in prison according to States Attorney Denton Aud.33 year old Sarah Brown was found guilty on one count of possession of a weapon by a felon and on one... Read More.

White County Sheriff’s Department investigating sunken boat

Monday, January 29 by Jc Tinsley

Friday morning, White County Sheriff's deputies responded to a call at a residence on Shipley Street in Carmi about a burglary at that location.Evelyn Murdach reported that she had discovered missing items at the house that she is responsible for. $400-500 of miscellaneous coins... Read More.

Governor launches Illinois Bicentennial K-12 educational program, ‘Illinois Chronicles’

Monday, January 29 by Jc Tinsley

Gov. Bruce Rauner released the first copies of “Illinois Chronicles,” the K-12 Bicentennial educational resource that will be offered to schools all across the state. “Illinois Chronicles” is a timeline book which contains more than 50 news articles and 100 historical moments, presented on a 6-foot-long... Read More.

RLC advisors set late night schedules through December

Monday, January 29 by Jc Tinsley

Academic and financial aid advisors at Rend Lake College are aiming to work around everyone’s schedule this year with new late night advisement once a month through December.Advisors will remain open past regular office hours until 6 p.m. on the following Tuesdays: Feb. 13,... Read More.

Carmi Rotary learns about Carmi Chamber of Commerce

Monday, January 29 by Jc Tinsley

Amber Ackerman was the guest speaker at last week's meeting of the Carmi Rotary Club. Ackerman spoke about the activities and functions of the Carmi Chamber of Commerce for 2018. She was presented with a speaking certificate by Cindy Conley.

Upcoming Events at SIC

Monday, January 29 by Jc Tinsley

Jan. 29, 7 p.m. – SIC Men’s Basketball team will take on Greenville College at home. The game will be played in Joseph C. Deaton Gymnasium. Jan. 31, 3 p.m. – SIC Men’s Basketball team will take on Lincoln Trail College at home. The game will be... Read More.

Nancy J Winter tells Kiwanis about CWC Schools Foundation

Monday, January 29 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Kiwanis Club met on January 25. Club President, Holly Healy, welcomed all guests including Key Club members from Carmi-White County High School. Club member Doug Hayes was the winner of the Split the Pot drawing.President Holly Healy announced that the club’s Pancake... Read More.

Murder Mystery in the SIC Theatre Feb. 9 and 10

Monday, January 29 by Jc Tinsley

Sgt. Kelly, played by Alex McRoy of Harrisburg, discovers a possible murder weapon and is excited to solve the case in a rehearsal for Musical Comedy Murders of 1940 at SIC. Tickets are on sale now for Feb 9 and 10. It’s December 1940, and there’s... Read More.

FMH Auxillary to hold Valentine’s Day Bake Sale and Silent Auction

Monday, January 29 by Jc Tinsley

Fairfield Memorial Hospital Auxiliary will be holding a Valentine’s Day Bake Sale & Silent Auction on Friday, February 9th to benefit special projects and equipment purchases for the Hospital. The Valentine’s Day Bake Sale & Silent Auction will be held from 9 a.m. –... Read More.

Illinois Citizens for Life Endorse David Reis for State Rep.

Monday, January 29 by Jc Tinsley

With the March Republican Primary rapidly approaching, State Representative David Reis (R-Ste. Marie) is pleased to announce that he has received the endorsement of the Illinois Citizens for Life.In their letter of endorsement, Illinois Citizens for Life Chairman Ralph Rivera praised Rep. Reis for... Read More.