Local News

Temporary closures at Rend Lake for Fireworks Festival

Wednesday, June 28 by Jc Tinsley

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Rend Lake is advising visitors of temporary closures designed to accommodate the Rend Lake Fireworks Festival activities at Rend Lake on July 1, 2017. Due to safety requirements set forth by American Fireworks Company, the River Road... Read More.

American Red Cross Issues Top 4th of July Safety Steps for Travel, Grilling and Fireworks

Wednesday, June 28 by Jc Tinsley

This Fourth of July, many people will be traveling, firing up the backyard grill or enjoying fireworks, and the American Red Cross offers a series of steps everyone can follow to safely enjoy the holiday weekend. HIGHWAY SAFETY Millions of people will be on the... Read More.

Shimkus Applauds EPA Withdrawal of WOTUS Rule

Wednesday, June 28 by Jc Tinsley

Congressman Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) released the following statement after the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced it would withdraw its controversial Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule:“This is a huge win for farmers and rural communities in Illinois. Congress never intended for EPA... Read More.

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Mt. Vernon Christian Family Day Seeks Community Choir Members

Wednesday, June 28 by Jc Tinsley

For the first year, Christian Family Day will be held separate from Fall Fest on August 26th, 2017 at the Logan Street Baptist Church 42nd Street Property and Pavilion. The event will begin at 11 a.m. with Jefferson County churches... Read More.

Subject of Carmi manhunt arrested Monday after anonymous tip

Tuesday, June 27 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police received an anonymous tip on Monday that led to the arrest of a Kentucky man who was the subject of a manhunt on June 13th.30 year old Daniel Carlisle of Hartford, Kentucky was taken into custody at 7:17 pm after officers... Read More.

Two Carmi residents sent to DOC on Monday

Tuesday, June 27 by Jc Tinsley

In White County Court Monday morning, two Carmi residents received sentences in Illinois Department of Corrections custody according to States Attorney Denton Aud.25 year old Michelle Neaveill was sentenced to five years in prison on one count of retail theft. As a part... Read More.

Grayville City Council awards bids for demolition and water projects

Tuesday, June 27 by Jc Tinsley

The Grayville City Council met for the second time in June on Monday night. Following approval of the consent agenda and the Treasurer’s report, the Council heard from members of the Grayville Athletic Association about concerns and improvements at the ball diamonds at the... Read More.

White County Democrats hold 1st Annual Ice Cream Social

Tuesday, June 27 by Jc Tinsley

A small crowd turned out Sunday afternoon to enjoy ice cream, desserts and music, sponsored by the White county Democrat Party. Nancy Mitchell, Democrat County Chairman, thanked everyone for attending the ice cream social at Burrell's woods. She had a special thanks for Mark Rogers and... Read More.

Traffic shutdowns planned for Tuesday on Route 1, Route 130

Tuesday, June 27 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois State Police would like to make the traveling public aware of lane and road closures during the day on Tuesday, June 27, 2017. During the majority of the day on Tuesday, the Illinois State Police will be assisting the Illinois Department of... Read More.

A Journey from Community College to NASA

Monday, June 26 by Jc Tinsley

Oldham and his wife, Jessica, standing in front of the Orion Ground Test Article. Oldham states, “This is a precursor to the spacecraft that recently made a successful flight around the Earth during Orion Exploration Flight Test 1 (EFT-1) Written by SIC Student, Shannon... Read More.