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Updates announced by Gallatin County EMA concerning flooding

Tuesday, February 27 by Jc Tinsley

A flood warning continues for the Ohio River at Old Shawneetown. The river level at 9:30 am this morning was at 49.08 feet and is still predicted to crest at 53.5 feet on March 4th . Gallatin County EMA Director Steve Galt, stated that Sandbagging operations... Read More.

Flood warnings continue for area rivers

Tuesday, February 27 by Jc Tinsley

The Flood Warning continues for the Little Wabash River at Carmi * until further notice. * At 8:30 PM Monday the stage was 31.7 feet. * Flood Stage is 27.0 feet. * Minor flooding is occurring and Moderate flooding is forecast. * Forecast...The river will continue rising to near 33.5... Read More.

Carmi Police make two arrests Monday

Tuesday, February 27 by Jc Tinsley

A McLeansboro man was arrested by Carmi Police Monday afternoon following a traffic stop at Rice and Webb Streets. 31 year old Charles Sage was taken into custody at 5:13 pm for driving on a suspended license. Sage was also cited for possession... Read More.

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SIC welcomes Team USA archery member as coach

Tuesday, February 27 by Jc Tinsley

Head SIC Archery Coach Alli Armstrong (right) welcomes Coach Paul McHargue and daughter/guest archer Molly McHargue to the Falcon Archers Team in SIC’s Indoor Archery Center. Southeastern Illinois College brings U.S.A. Archery Team member Paul McHargue on as basic bow/recurve archery coach. Paul is a... Read More.

Illinois Spring Trout Fishing Season Opens April 7

Tuesday, February 27 by Jc Tinsley

The 2018 Illinois Spring Trout fishing season is just a few weeks away. Anglers will need both a fishing license and an Inland Trout Stamp to participate, unless they are under the age of 16, blind, disabled, or are an Illinois resident on leave... Read More.

MCPD arrest report 2/23 – 2/26

Tuesday, February 27 by Jc Tinsley

The following individuals were arrested by the Mt. Carmel Police Department. All subjects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. On 02/26/2018, at approximately 9:20 pm, Mt. Carmel Police stopped a vehicle in the 300 block of E. 9th Street. During... Read More.

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White County Sheriff’s Department makes two courthouse arrests Monday

Tuesday, February 27 by Jc Tinsley

24 year old Ashley Ricketts of Carmi was arrested Monday at the White County Courthouse after a warrant for criminal trespass to land was issued during a hearing. Rickets was escorted to the White County Jail and was later released. 39 year old... Read More.

Grayville City Council approves new utility department supervisor position

Tuesday, February 27 by Jc Tinsley

The Grayville City Council met Monday night for the second time in February. Following approval of the consent agenda and the treasurer’s report, the Council met in executive session for 25 minutes. Following the executive session, it was announced that the City would advertise for... Read More.

Carmi Police arrest three men after violence reported over weekend

Monday, February 26 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police arrested 40 year old Donald Davis at his residence on Saunders Avenue Friday afternoon after a domestic violence incident was reported. Davis was taken into custody at 12:50 pm and was charged with domestic battery. Davis was additionally charged with resisting... Read More.

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Gallatin County facing flooding from Ohio River

Monday, February 26 by Jc Tinsley

A flood warning continues for the Ohio River at Old Shawneetown. The river level at 9:30 am Monday morning was at 47.75 feet and is still predicted to crest at 53.8 feet on March 4th. Gallatin County EMA Director Steve Galt, has been meeting with officials from all... Read More.

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Updates announced by Gallatin County EMA concerning flooding

Flood warnings continue for area rivers

Carmi Police make two arrests Monday

SIC welcomes Team USA archery member as coach

Illinois Spring Trout Fishing Season Opens April 7

MCPD arrest report 2/23 – 2/26

White County Sheriff’s Department makes two courthouse arrests Monday

Grayville City Council approves new utility department supervisor position

Carmi Police arrest three men after violence reported over weekend

Gallatin County facing flooding from Ohio River

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