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Grayville Police arrest three individuals last week following traffic stops

Monday, May 9 by Jc Tinsley

The Grayville Police Department arrested 28 year old Brian Strole of McLeansboro following a traffic stop on Tuesday, May 3. Strole was taken into custody at 12:10am after officers smelled a strong odor of marijuana coming from his vehicle. Strole was found to be... Read More.

Carmi Police arrest two over weekend

Monday, May 9 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Police Department arrested 33 year old Celso Ramirez of Ridgway early Saturday morning following a traffic stop. Ramirez was stopped in the China Buffet parking lot at 3:44am and was taken into custody after officers found marijuana and drug paraphernalia in his... Read More.

MCPD arrests 5/4-5/6

Monday, May 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.05/04/2016-Mt. Carmel Police arrested 20 year old Tyler J. Huebner of Princeton, Indiana. Huebner was arrested after he was stopped for a... Read More.

Carmi Rifle Club to Sponsor Annual NRA Day Youth Sportsfest Camp!

Monday, May 9 by Jc Tinsley

Saturday June 4, 2016 the Carmi Rifle Club will be hosting their annual NRA Day Youth Sportsfest Camp for youths ages 9 - 18 years of age. The Carmi club is proud to continue Southern Illinois' rich heritage of firearm ownership, hunting, and sport shooting. ... Read More.

FAIRFIELD MEMORIAL HOSPITAL ANNUAL VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION & AWARDS DINNER

Friday, May 6 by Jc Tinsley

Pictured are the Fairfield Memorial Hospital Volunteers being recognized for their Service Hour Bar: Front Row: Marj wood, Joyce Williams, Deman Bradshaw, Dennis Brant, Delbert Anthis, Pat Kenshalo, and Don Brake Back Row: Alice Garrett, Denise Beehn, Lorna Worton, Marie Rutger, Fern Atwood, Pat Vaughan,... Read More.

CWCHS Freshmen orientation and Sights and Sounds Open House May 12

Friday, May 6 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi-White County High School will have Freshman Orientation on Thursday, May 12th, at 5:30 p.m., in the CWCHS auditorium. All current eighth graders and their parents are encouraged to attend this informational meeting.Carmi-White County High School will also host its annual Sights and Sounds/Open... Read More.

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE OFFICERS HONOR THE FALLEN AT ANNUAL ILLINOIS POLICE OFFICERS MEMORIAL CEREMONY

Friday, May 6 by Jc Tinsley

SPRINGFIELD – Earlier today, Illinois State Police (ISP) Officials joined police officers from law enforcement agencies across the state for the 31st Annual Illinois Police Officers Memorial Ceremony. ISP Director Leo Schmitz and many other ISP officers were present at the ceremony to show... Read More.

Carmi Chamber of Commerce announces Bicentennial Events for Memorial Day weekend

Friday, May 6 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Chamber of Commerce and the White County Agriculture Society are pleased to announce several Bicentennial events.The White County Agriculture Society has retained Brady Amusements to be at the fairgrounds May 26-29. The midway will be available for the enjoyment of your family.... Read More.

Adam Sexton tells Rotary about path to pilot’s license at Thursday meeting

Friday, May 6 by Jc Tinsley

At Thursday’s Rotary meeting, Adam Sexton was introduced as the program by his grandmother Helen. Adam sells roof bolts to the mining industry. But that wasn’t what he came to talk to the Rotarians about. Two years ago, he decided to get his private... Read More.

Nominations sought for White County Relay For Life Courage Award

Friday, May 6 by Jc Tinsley

The White County Relay For Life is currently accepting nominations for this year’s Courage Award to be presented at the Relay, June 17 at 6:00 p.m. at the Carmi White County Jr/Sr High School.If you know of a cancer survivor who has faced cancer and... Read More.