Local News

Carmi man busted attempting to steal drugs from CVS pharmacy

Monday, July 10 by Jc Tinsley

At 2:36 am Saturday morning, Carmi Police responded to an alarm at the CVS pharmacy. Dispatch advised responding officers of broken glass on the entrance door, and multiple motion sensors inside the building. Officers secured both the front and rear entrances and then... Read More.

Carmi Community Band holding annual concert Tuesday night

Monday, July 10 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Summer Community Band will perform a concert on Tuesday night at 7:30 on the lawn of Carmi-White County High School. The public is invited to bring blankets and lawn chairs to watch the performance. The CWCHS Color Guard will also perform during... Read More.

Kaufman brings experience to RLC women’s golf

Friday, July 7 by Jc Tinsley

It’s been a year of homecomings for Rend Lake College athletics as three of the college’s programs have seen former players come in to take up head coaching responsibilities with their former squads. Now, with the retirement of RLC Women’s Golf Coach and Professor... Read More.

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Mad Hatters Madison Childers and Josie Harrison attend Illini Summer Academies

Friday, July 7 by Jc Tinsley

It’s like suddenly seeing the world in a new way.That’s how teens attending the Illinois 4-H Illini Summer Academies describe their time studying with University of Illinois instructors this week.From quantum mechanics and mutagenesis to honey bee health and family interactions, U of... Read More.

Underage drinking arrest made after Carmi Police respond to fight

Friday, July 7 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police responded to a call about a fight in progress at a residence on Gilpin Street early Friday morning and arrested 19 year old Elizabeth Starr of Carmi for illegal consumption of alcohol by a minor.Starr was taken into custody at 12:12... Read More.

Governor’s Statement on Speaker Madigan’s 32% Income Tax Hike

Friday, July 7 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today issued the following statement after the House of Representatives voted to override the Governor’s veto of Speaker Madigan’s 32 percent permanent income tax hike: “Today was another step in Illinois’ never-ending tragic trail of tax hikes. Speaker Madigan’s 32 percent permanent... Read More.

Wabash Christian in Carmi announces changes in Administrative positions

Friday, July 7 by Jc Tinsley

Sandra Bryant is pleased to make public the following changes in Wabash Christian leadership positions. Cathleen Garner, Sandra Bryant, and Andrea May Sandra Bryant began her career at Wabash Christian Retirement Center nearly 15 years ago as the Administrator. Under her leadership the community has... Read More.

The Reptile Experience with Serengeti Steve at Rend Lake

Friday, July 7 by Jc Tinsley

Join the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on Saturday, July 8th, as they host everyone’s favorite reptile expert, Serengeti Steve, for the Reptile Experience at the Rend Lake Visitor Center. This program will amaze you with up close and personal encounters with some of... Read More.

CHRISTIAN COUNSELING AND FAMILY SERVICES CELEBRATES 40TH ANNIVESARY WITH BBQ FUNDRAISER SILENT’ AUCTION THIS SATURDAY

Friday, July 7 by Jc Tinsley

Christian Counseling and Family Services is celebrating 40 Years of uninterrupted service this year with a ‘40th Anniversary BBQ Fundraiser” THIS SATURDAY, July 8th from 5:00pm – 7:00pm.!Please join us for an evening of fun, food, a fabulous ‘not-so silent’ auction, and a LIVE... Read More.

Grayville City Council agenda for Monday, July 10th

Friday, July 7 by Jc Tinsley

CITY OF GRAYVILLE MONDAY, JULY 10, 2017 PUBLIC HEARING RURAL DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY FACILITIES GRANT APPLICATION – 6:45 P.M. 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: 5 ILCS 120/2 (c) 1 The appointment, employment, compensation, discipline,... Read More.