Local News

Local students named as Illinois State Scholars

Tuesday, December 6 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) is pleased to announce the names of the 2017-18 Illinois State Scholars. This year’s recipients join the ranks of other exceptional Illinois high school students honored with this prestigious designation.First introduced in 1958, Illinois... Read More.

First prison sentence in Matz burglary case handed down Monday

Tuesday, December 6 by Jc Tinsley

The first prison sentence in relation to the burglary of the Hank and Donna Matz residence in August was handed down in White County Court Monday. 42 year old Mark S. Keller of Carmi was sentenced to 17 years in state prison and three... Read More.

Carmi PD, Sheriff’s Dept. to hold training exercise Wednesday at Lincoln Attendance Center

Monday, December 5 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police Chief Jason Carter announced this morning that his department along with the White County Sheriff’s Department will be conducting a mock “active assailant” scenario at Lincoln Attendance Center on Wednesday, December 7th beginning around 2:45 pm.No children will be present at the... Read More.

NCOE Music Dept. Chili Supper and Concerts Dec. 9

Monday, December 5 by Jc Tinsley

The NCOE Music Department will be holding their annual Chili Supper Christmas concert on Friday at NCOE High School.Dinner will be served in the cafeteria from 4:30 to 7 pm and is a choice of chili, potato soup, or hot dog plus condiments, dessert,... Read More.

Carmi Police investigate two domestic disturbances; catch shoplifter

Monday, December 5 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Police Department arrested 28 year old Kevin Rector early Saturday morning on charges of domestic battery and interfering with a domestic violence report.Rector was taken into custody at 4:13 am at his residence on 8th Street and transported to the White County... Read More.

Governor Announces Appointments to Illinois Bicentennial Commission

Monday, December 5 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner announced today, on the eve of the state’s 198th birthday, he has made appointments to the Illinois Bicentennial Commission. On September 20, Governor Rauner signed Executive Order 2016-11 to create the new Illinois Bicentennial Commission and the Governor's Office of the... Read More.

WVC’S SMALL WORLD HOSTING BENEFIT DINNER & PROGRAM

Monday, December 5 by Jc Tinsley

Wabash Valley College’s Small World is extending an invitation to the public to come to the Brubeck Theatre for a most entertaining program performed by the Small World children at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, December 8.Following the program, you can enjoy a Benefit Dinner... Read More.

Illinois State Police Conducts Annual Charity Auction

Monday, December 5 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police District 19 Commander, Captain Cory Ristvedt, would like to announce the results of the 15th annual in-house Charity Auction held at the District 19 Headquarters on Thursday, December 1st. Retired District 19 Troopers and current staff, along with local businesses... Read More.

White County Sheriff’s Department makes two warrant arrests on Friday

Monday, December 5 by Jc Tinsley

The White County Sheriff’s Department arrested 43 year old Christopher Bartley of Mill Shoals Friday afternoon after he surrendered himself on a White County warrant.Bartley was wanted on a charge of failure to appear and turned himself in at 12:19 pm. He was... Read More.

McCarter: Energy bill is a bailout on the backs of ratepayers

Monday, December 5 by Jc Tinsley

Legislation passed by the General Assembly to keep Exelon's nuclear power plants in Clinton and the Quad Cities operating is nothing more than ratepayer bailout for a very profitable company, according to State Sen. Kyle McCarter (R-O'Fallon).The House and Senate passed Senate Bill 2814... Read More.