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Open Line ON DEMAND – Carmi Compassion Center Prepares to Break Ground

Tuesday, July 15 by Jc Tinsley

It's been a long time coming, but this Friday the Carmi Compassion Center will break ground on their new facility set to open this fall. In this episode of Open Line, Jc visits with CCC Director Tina Youngman and Board President Jennifer Little to... Read More.

Grayville Council Votes to Fund Emergency Pump Repair, Replace Sewer Drains, Signs off on Two TIF Agreements, Makes Festival Donation

Tuesday, July 15 by Jc Tinsley

Grayville leaders approved spending or entering into agreements totaling $46,358 Monday night. $5,756 of that was for an emergency repair of a sewer lift pump on west South Street. Council agreed to spend $4,710 on seven storm sewer drain covers that are beyond repair... Read More.

Father and Daughter Arrested for Domestic Battery Monday Night

Tuesday, July 15 by Jc Tinsley

A Carmi man is behind bars, his 17-year-old daughter released to her mother, but both are facing Domestic Battery charges following an altercation Monday evening. Carmi Police say they were called to a home on Hawthorne Drive at around 9:45pm and arrested the pair. ... Read More.

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Hunter Safety Certification Opportunity Coming Next Month

Monday, July 14 by Jc Tinsley

Area residents will have an opportunity to learn basic principles of safe hunting at the Illinois Department of Natural Resources hunter safety certification course. Participants must attend all 10 hours of instruction to complete the course and receive their safety certification. The course will be... Read More.

Illinois State Police Graduates Largest Cadet Class in 25 Years

Monday, July 14 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois State Police (ISP) today graduated the largest cadet class in the last 25 years. ISP welcomed 95 new troopers today from Cadet Class 150 at a graduation ceremony at the Westside Christian Church in Springfield. The new troopers will report... Read More.

Frazier Arrested and Released

Monday, July 14 by Nicole Behnke

On Saturday, Carmi Police pulled over 48-year-old Rodrequiz Frazier. The Cape Girardeau man was arrested by police for Possession of Cannabis by a driver and was cited for Illegal Transportation of Alcohol by a driver. Frazier was released on a Notice to Appear for a First... Read More.

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Roadway Re-Opened Following Three Vehicle Crash Monday Morning Between Crossville and Grayville

Monday, July 14 by Jc Tinsley

The roadway between Crossville and Grayville is back open after a 3 vehicle accident Monday morning. White County Ambulance Director Adam Allen says it was a chain reaction accident, not a head on collision as was shared on social media. The lead vehicle was... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND – Mulligan Madness to Benefit Spina Bifida Association with Cassie Pigg

Monday, July 14 by Jc Tinsley

In this episode of Open Line, Cassie Pigg drops by to talk about her personal story as the parent of a child with Spina Bifida and to discuss the upcoming 1st annual Mulligan Madness Golf Scramble coming August 2nd to the Carmi Country Club.... Read More.

Goemaat Named ISBE School Nutrition Champion

Friday, July 11 by Jc Tinsley

Special to WROY/WRUL News The Illinois State Board of Education Nutrition Department is excited to announce the 2025 ISBE School Nutrition Champion. This year’s award goes to Laura Goemaat, food service manager in Carmi-White County CUSD 5, where she has worked since 2016 in various... Read More.

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Stinsons Jailed Early Friday Morning on Domestic Battery

Friday, July 11 by Jc Tinsley

A pair of Stinsons are behind bars in the White County Jail and it appears they’re likely to spend the weekend there. Carmi Police arrested 53-year-old Jason Stinson and 48-year-old Tina Stinson just after 4am Friday morning. Both individuals are charged with Domestic Battery... Read More.

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Open Line ON DEMAND – Carmi Compassion Center Prepares to Break Ground

Grayville Council Votes to Fund Emergency Pump Repair, Replace Sewer Drains, Signs off on Two TIF Agreements, Makes Festival Donation

Father and Daughter Arrested for Domestic Battery Monday Night

Hunter Safety Certification Opportunity Coming Next Month

Illinois State Police Graduates Largest Cadet Class in 25 Years

Frazier Arrested and Released

Roadway Re-Opened Following Three Vehicle Crash Monday Morning Between Crossville and Grayville

Open Line ON DEMAND – Mulligan Madness to Benefit Spina Bifida Association with Cassie Pigg

Goemaat Named ISBE School Nutrition Champion

Stinsons Jailed Early Friday Morning on Domestic Battery

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