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Hamilton Memorial Hospital Auxiliary to Host Christmas Open House November 18th

Wednesday, November 16 by Jc Tinsley

Hamilton Memorial Hospital Auxiliary will host a Christmas Open House on Friday, November 18th from 9am to 3pm at Hamilton Memorial Hospital Gift Shop.The open house will include the Auxiliary Gift Shop’s new Christmas items and gifts for the entire family.Free refreshments will be... Read More.

Enfield Village Board gets good audit report at November meeting

Wednesday, November 16 by Jc Tinsley

For a little over an hour, the Board members discussed changing the way they conduct Village business. They agreed that all the members are to be kept up to date on everything that goes on and to make sure decisions go through the proper... Read More.

Outgoing White County Board member Mike Ray issues statement on election result

Wednesday, November 16 by Jc Tinsley

The following statement was issued by outgoing White County Board member Mike Ray at the close of the November 15th meeting of the White County Board. “Sixteen years ago, I entered and won a Democratic Primary election against two worthy opponents, Sue James from Norris... Read More.

White County Board approves balanced budget

Wednesday, November 16 by Jc Tinsley

The White County Board met on Tuesday night a week later than normal due to the election last Tuesday. The meeting opened with the reconvening of the September 13th meeting. It was announced that the County will have a balanced budget with a $3,400... Read More.

Carmi City Council passes 2016-17 tax levy

Wednesday, November 16 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi City Council met for the final time in November Tuesday evening. Keith Botch of Botch and Associates was on hand and presented the Council with the annual property tax levy. According to Botch, this year’s levy will be under 5%, so a... Read More.

Mt. Carmel man sentenced in White County Court Monday afternoon

Tuesday, November 15 by Jc Tinsley

A Mt. Carmel man was sentenced to four and a half years in prison in White County Court on Monday afternoon according to States Attorney Denton Aud.32 year old Jason Koons was found guilty on one count of possession of a controlled substance... Read More.

Grayville City Council passes 2016-17 tax levy

Tuesday, November 15 by Jc Tinsley

The Grayville City Council met for the first time in November on Monday night, and following the treasurers report, went into executive session for ten minutes to discuss personnel issues.Coming out of executive session, the Council accepted the resignations of Scott Irvin from the... Read More.

Carmi Police make four warrant arrests Monday

Tuesday, November 15 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Police Department arrested 36 year old Andrew McKenzie of Carmi at his 9th Street residence Monday night at 8:07 pm on a Richland County warrant. McKenzie is being held at the White County Jail on a $500 bond.58 year old... Read More.

Sheriff’s Department makes three warrant arrests on Monday

Tuesday, November 15 by Jc Tinsley

At 12:42 am Monday, 35 year old Trevor Tate of Crossville surrendered at the White County Sheriff’s Office on a White County warrant for unlawful use of a weapon. Tate was transferred to the custody of jail employees and was later released after... Read More.

Music from Contentious Campaign Precedes Election of New President

Tuesday, November 15 by Jc Tinsley

Story and photos courtesy of Barry ClevelandThis November night featured a song from a most contentious presidential campaign--and the changing of the guard. The White County Historical Society’s annual fall luncheon was the forum; the event was held at the First Christian Church Fellowship... Read More.