Local News

RLC Phi Theta Kappa Rho Xi chapter welcomes 36 students into 2017 class

Tuesday, April 25 by Jc Tinsley

Thirty-six Rend Lake College students were inducted into the Phi Theta Kappa International Honor (PTK) Society Rho Xi chapter last week in the RLC Theatre. In addition to the inductees, one RLC faculty member, Kathy Craig, was named the 2017 Teacher of the Year. Read More.

Carmi PD: Domestic call leads to arrest, victim to hospital

Tuesday, April 25 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police arrested 35 year old Montserrat Romero at her Fackney Street residence Monday night on a charge of aggravated domestic battery. Romero was taken into custody at 10:09 pm while her victim was transported to a local hospital with knife wounds to his... Read More.

Carmi man convicted in White County Court Monday

Tuesday, April 25 by Jc Tinsley

In White County Court on Monday, a Carmi man was sentenced to two and a half years in prison for unlawful possession of a weapon by a felon, according to States Attorney Denton Aud.43 year old Kelly King was arrested March 1st by... Read More.

CWC Board of Education approves repair bids at April meeting

Tuesday, April 25 by Jc Tinsley

The Board approved the low bid for the roof replacement and parapet repairs at the Jefferson Attendance Center from D7 roofing from New Baden, Illinois at a cost of $58,150.They also approved the only bid received on track surface replacement at the high school... Read More.

White County Sheriff’s Department makes two arrests Monday night at one residence

Tuesday, April 25 by Jc Tinsley

The White County Sheriff’s Department got a two for one on warrant arrests Monday night, assisted by the Carmi Police Department. At 8:15 pm, officers arrested 50 year old Elizabeth Farris and 20 year old Joshua Farris at their 9th Street residence. ... Read More.

Grayville City Council passes budget

Tuesday, April 25 by Jc Tinsley

The Grayville City Council met for the last time in April Monday night. Before the meeting, a public hearing was held on the 2017-2018 budget. There were no changes to the budget that was presented earlier this year, and should reflect a $169,020.52 positive... Read More.

Line-up Announced for 2017 Mt. Vernon Fall Fest

Tuesday, April 25 by Jc Tinsley

The official entertainment line-up for this year’s Mt. Vernon Fall Fest, held September 29- October 1, has been announced. Friday night’s show will open with Southern Ill native country group, Savannah Rose and Atlanta Burning. They are currently recording a new album with db... Read More.

Greater Wabash Regional Planning Commission Secures Grant Funding for Two Public Infrastructure Grants within the region

Tuesday, April 25 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced the recipients of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) for Public Infrastructure. Greater Wabash Regional Planning Commission submitted and received two grants in 2016. The grant funds are for the City of Lawrenceville and... Read More.

Carmi Recreational Summer League Opening Day this Saturday

Monday, April 24 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Recreational Summer League is looking forward to another fun filled season and would like to invite the community to our 2017 Opening Day Ceremony on Saturday, April 29, 2017 at Bradshaw Park.Ceremonies will begin at 11:00 am as the teams will Parade... Read More.

White County CEO Program to Hold Trade Show Thursday

Monday, April 24 by Jc Tinsley

The White County CEO Program will hold their Trade Show on April 27, 2017 from 5-7pm at Rice Motor Company, located at 1306 W Main Street in Carmi. Ten students have participated in the class this year learning how to run their own business... Read More.