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Rep. Severin Encourages District to Shop Local this Saturday

Wednesday, November 22 by Jc Tinsley

State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) would like to remind constituents of Williamson, Franklin, and Hamilton County to shop small and shop local in honor of Small Business Saturday on November 25th. Small Business Saturday has turned into a national tradition and has continued to... Read More.

Grayville City Council agenda for Monday, November 27

Wednesday, November 22 by Jc Tinsley

CITY OF GRAYVILLE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2017 CITY COUNCIL MEETING 7:00 P.M. AGENDA PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCECALL TO ORDERROLL CALL:Mayor BischCommissioner JordanCommissioner BrockCommissioner DownsCommissioner StroudCONSENT AGENDATREASURER’S REPORTPURCHASE ORDER APPROVALSEXECUTIVE SESSION:1. Pending or Probable Litigation 5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (11)2. The setting of a price for sale or lease of property... Read More.

FMH to host “Sensitive Santa” event

Wednesday, November 22 by Jc Tinsley

Fairfield Memorial Hospital is hosting a special event reserved just for children with sensory issues and/or Autism to have a special time to visit Santa on December 9th from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. For children who have sensory issues and/or Autism, it is... Read More.

Grayville man leads police chase Monday, remains at large

Wednesday, November 22 by Jc Tinsley

A Grayville man led White County Sheriff’s Department officers on a high speed chase Monday and eluded capture.According to Sheriff Doug Maier, 50 year old John Eagleson was spotted driving a white pickup with red striping after being tipped off to his location. ... Read More.

Jesse White Targets Holiday Shoppers Abusing Disability Parking at Malls Statewide

Wednesday, November 22 by Jc Tinsley

Secretary of State Jesse White announced today that Secretary of State Police will conduct statewide parking stings targeting individuals illegally parking in spaces reserved for persons with disabilities at shopping malls beginning Black Friday, Nov. 24.Secretary of State Police will enforce the provisions of... Read More.

Rep. Severin Announces December Satellite Office Hours Schedule

Wednesday, November 22 by Jc Tinsley

State Representative Dave Severin (R- Benton) has announced his December schedule of Satellite Office Hours. Like in November, staff from Representative Severin’s Office will be made available on the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Wednesday of the Month from 12:00 – 3:00 pm at various... Read More.

Carmi City Council approves employee Christmas bonuses

Wednesday, November 22 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi City Council met Tuesday night for the second time in November. After approval of minutes and financials, the Council agreed to pay Christmas bonuses to City employees out of Light and Water Department funds. Full time employees will receive $60 plus $5... Read More.

CWC Board of Education learns results of feasibility study at November meeting

Tuesday, November 21 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi-White County Unit 5 Board of Education met Monday night for their November meeting.Paul Lumsford of Lumsford Architects addressed the board members about the results of the facilities feasibility study that was recently conducted. Major repair work to the buildings has been done... Read More.

Call Blocking Specialists Provide Support to Illinois Veterans

Tuesday, November 21 by Jc Tinsley

A call blocking specialist has launched a free e-toolkit to help prevent veterans becoming the victims of telephone fraud. In light of the recent AARP research, which revealed that veterans are twice as likely to be targeted by fraudsters, CPR Call Blocker has created... Read More.

Illinois State Police urges safe driving during busy holiday travel period

Tuesday, November 21 by Jc Tinsley

The Thanksgiving holiday weekend is generally one of the busiest travel holiday periods of the year. As millions of travelers take to Illinois roadways to celebrate Thanksgiving, Illinois State Police (ISP) District 19 Commander, Captain Cory Ristvedt, reminds motorists to drive safely.Drivers can do... Read More.