Local News

House Democrats Note Concerns Regarding Aspects of School Funding Report

Thursday, February 9 by Jc Tinsley

House Democrats expressed concern over a number of items contained in a report released last week by the panel considering changes to the state’s education funding formula. In a letter to Gov. Bruce Rauner’s appointed secretary of education, House Majority Leader Barbara Flynn Currie... Read More.

White County Sheriff’s Department makes warrant arrest at courthouse

Thursday, February 9 by Jc Tinsley

61 year old David Strean of Carmi was arrested by the White County Sheriff’s Department on Monday morning after a warrant had been issued for his arrest. Carmi Police had executed a search warrant of Strean’s residence early Saturday morning, where they discovered... Read More.

MCPD arrest report 2/7 – 2/8

Thursday, February 9 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.02/07/2017-Mt. Carmel Police arrested 29 year old Matthew R. Blair of Lawrenceville after he was stopped for driving on a suspended driver's... Read More.

White County Soil and Water Conservation District to hold annual meeting Feb. 17

Thursday, February 9 by Jc Tinsley

The White County Soil and Water Conservation District’s Annual Meeting will be held Friday, February 17, at the Floral Hall at the White County Fairgrounds in Carmi.Registration begins at 5:00 p.m. A free pork loin dinner will be served at 5:30. A short business... Read More.

REAL ID Act Legislation Supported by Secretary White Passes Senate Committee

Thursday, February 9 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced that REAL ID Act legislation, which authorizes the Secretary of State’s office to offer customers the option to obtain either a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license/identification card (DL/ID) or a noncompliant DL/ID, passed the Senate Executive Committee today.... Read More.

Governor and Lt. Governor Unveil 2016 Journal of Local Government Shared Service Best Practices

Thursday, February 9 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner and Lieutenant Governor Evelyn Sanguinetti joined local leaders Wednesday in announcing the 2016 Journal of Local Government Shared Service Best Practices (Journal). The Journal, published by the Lt. Governor’s Office, is a first-of-its-kind report that highlights how service consolidation and partnership... Read More.

Carmi Police make DUI arrest early Wednesday morning

Wednesday, February 8 by Jc Tinsley

A Fairfield man surrendered on a White County warrant to Carmi Police Tuesday afternoon. 57 year old Jeffrey S Sanders turned himself in at the Police station just after 2:30 pm to answer charges of criminal trespass to a residence, criminal damage to... Read More.

Governor Visits Herrin Junior High School

Wednesday, February 8 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today visited Herrin Junior High School and discussed the important work of the Governor’s School Funding Commission. The Commission recently released a report that includes a framework allowing members of the General Assembly to create a new school funding formula.“Education is... Read More.

FMH Presents January Employee of the Month

Wednesday, February 8 by Jc Tinsley

Each month, Fairfield Memorial Hospital honors an employee who has exemplified outstanding patient care and customer service internally and externally. Corinne Rodgers, Customer Service Reprehensive at Horizon Healthcare being presented the January Employee of the Month plaque by Liz Molt, CNA, Horizon Healthcare Clinic... Read More.

Four culinary classes at RLC offer tips and treats for all ages

Wednesday, February 8 by Jc Tinsley

Bring your apron and get ready to learn during four culinary classes through Rend Lake College’s Community and Corporate Education Division. The courses will cover cooking and baking, along with cake decorating, couponing, and working with local herbs.Learn to cook in smaller portions with... Read More.