Local News

D19 ACE Results Wabash/Edwards Counties

Tuesday, April 4 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police (ISP) District 19 Commander, Captain Cory Ristvedt, announces the results of an Alcohol Countermeasure Enforcement (ACE) patrol in Wabash and Edwards Counties during April. This ACE patrol allowed the ISP to focus on preventing, detecting, and taking enforcement action in response... Read More.

Construction Season Begins, Caution Needed Behind the Wheel

Tuesday, April 4 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois State Police and the Illinois Tollway were joined by industry partners and frontline construction workers today to remind the public that construction season has arrived and extra caution will be required in work zones. In support of the... Read More.

New Look, New Theme for Illinois State Fair

Tuesday, April 4 by Jc Tinsley

Director Raymond Poe and State Fair Manager Kevin Gordon today unveiled a sleek new look for the future of the Illinois State Fair. With the unveiling of this new logo, also comes the 2017 fair theme: Generations of Fun! "This new logo is only... Read More.

FMH presents March Employee of the Month

Tuesday, April 4 by Jc Tinsley

Each month Fairfield Memorial Hospital honors an employee who has exemplified exceptional patient care and customer service internally and externally. Pictured is Keyna Warren, Human Resource Administrative Assistant being presented the Employee of the Month plaque by Robbie Musoiu, Human Resource Director. In March, Keyna... Read More.

Bosch and Associates, CPA’s to Host Business After Hours

Tuesday, April 4 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce our next Business After Hours, hosted by Botsch and Associate’s CPA’s, on April 13, 2017 from 5:30-7pm at the Carmi Country Club. Light refreshments will be available. There will also be a drawing for a... Read More.

Golfers needed for Chamber golf tournament; Money to benefit CWC Students

Tuesday, April 4 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Golf Tournament Saturday, June 24 at Carmi Country Club. Golfers are needed for both the 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. shotgun starts.“The money raised will be used to continue the Chamber’s scholarship program, continue competitive... Read More.

Hamilton Memorial Hospital and Carmi Family Clinic to offer Spring Wellness fasting blood draws for as low as $50

Tuesday, April 4 by Jc Tinsley

Hamilton Memorial Hospital will be offering reduced rate annual Spring Wellness fasting blood draws for as low as $50.Reduced rate blood draws will be available at Hamilton Memorial Hospital starting Monday, April 17 through Thursday, April 27. These blood draws will be offered from... Read More.

IEMA Highlights Role of Volunteers in Disasters

Tuesday, April 4 by Jc Tinsley

Volunteers can provide critical assistance in disaster preparedness, response and recovery efforts in Illinois. Throughout April, the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) and local emergency management agencies will highlight ways Illinois residents can help their communities be more resilient. “Before disaster strikes, volunteers can promote... Read More.

Two state historic sites expand schedules

Tuesday, April 4 by Jc Tinsley

The state’s Cahokia Mounds and Vandalia Statehouse historic sites are expanding their days of operation to better serve visitors, Illinois History Preservation Agency Director Heidi Brown-McCreery announced Monday.“The Illinois Historic Preservation Agency constantly evaluates its resources and how we can best use them to... Read More.

Mt. Carmel Police Reports from 03/29-04/04

Tuesday, April 4 by Jc Tinsley

The following subjects were arrested by the Mt. Carmel Police Department. All subjects are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.03/29/2017-Mt. Carmel Police arrested two individuals and charged them with robbery after police were called to the a fight in progress at... Read More.