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Sentencing, warrant issued in Edwards County Court on Friday

Monday, May 16 by Jc Tinsley

A Shelbyville man was sentenced in abstentia in Edwards County court on Friday to eight years in prison according to States Attorney Michael Valentine. Shaun D. Carl received the prison term to be served in Illinois Department of Corrections custody on a charge of Unlawful... Read More.

Carmi Police make several arrests over weekend

Monday, May 16 by Jc Tinsley

43 year old Greg Pinkard of Carmi was arrested by the Carmi Police Department on a Williamson County warrant Saturday afternoon, and is facing additional charges now in White County. Pinkard was taken into custody at 2:44am after a traffic stop in the Jumpin’... Read More.

Honor your hero: Public encouraged to submit loved ones for recognition on Memorial Day Remembrance Wall

Monday, May 16 by Jc Tinsley

Springfield, IL - The Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs, State Sen. Dale Righter (R-Mattoon), and the Illinois Senate Republican caucus are teaming up to honor and remember the sacrifice of the brave servicemen and servicewomen who have passed away. The public is encouraged to submit... Read More.

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Ribbon Cutting Held for Neat’s Vintage Treasures Junque and Stuff

Monday, May 16 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Chamber of Commerce held a Ribbon Cutting Friday for Neat’s Vintage Treasures Junque and Stuff, located at 1208 West Oak Street in Carmi. Owner Nedra Thompson carries vintage collectibles, antiques, items for repurpose and much more. “We wish Nedra well in this new venture... Read More.

MCPD Arrests 5/13 – 5/14

Monday, May 16 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. 05/13/2016-Mt. Carmel Police arrested 24 year old Jessica A. Burgett of Sumner, Illinois after she was accused of attempting to take a controlled... Read More.

MCPD arrests two after careless driver report

Friday, May 13 by Jc Tinsley

On 05/12/2016, at approximately 11:19 AM, Wabash County 911 received a call of a careless driver. The caller stated that a blue car ran over a stop sign and headed North on Cherry Street. The caller advised the driver of the vehicle was wearing a... Read More.

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16th Annual Charity Golf Scramble for Special Olympics, Southeastern /Area 14

Friday, May 13 by Jc Tinsley

The 16th Annual Charity Golf Scramble, to benefit Special Olympics Illinois, Southeastern/Area 14 will be held on Saturday, June 4th, at the Wayne County Golf Course. Lunch begins at 11 am with play starting at Noon. This is a 4-person team event, with teams... Read More.

Rotary learns how defibrillators work at Thursday meeting

Friday, May 13 by Jc Tinsley

At Thursday’s Rotary meeting, Diana Mason was introduced as the program by Kent Armstrong. Diana is an EMT and teaches the class for various colleges. She brought an AED Defibrillator to show the Rotarians how they work. She told them that with a couple... Read More.

RETIREMENT CARD SHOWER TO BE HELD FOR FMH’S ALMA SMITH

Friday, May 13 by Jc Tinsley

Alma Smith, who has been working at Fairfield Memorial Hospital Dietary Services since 1955, is putting down her measuring spoons. On Monday, May 23, 2016, she will officially be retiring her Hospital apron after 61 years of service. Alma, who is the longest standing... Read More.

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Shimkus Statement on Obamacare Ruling

Friday, May 13 by Jc Tinsley

WASHINGTON – Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) released the following statement in reaction to the federal court ruling in favor of the House of Representatives in a lawsuit against the Obama Administration: “Today’s ruling reaffirms what we’ve known all along – that the Congress, not... Read More.

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Sentencing, warrant issued in Edwards County Court on Friday

Carmi Police make several arrests over weekend

Honor your hero: Public encouraged to submit loved ones for recognition on Memorial Day Remembrance Wall

Ribbon Cutting Held for Neat’s Vintage Treasures Junque and Stuff

MCPD Arrests 5/13 – 5/14

MCPD arrests two after careless driver report

16th Annual Charity Golf Scramble for Special Olympics, Southeastern /Area 14

Rotary learns how defibrillators work at Thursday meeting

RETIREMENT CARD SHOWER TO BE HELD FOR FMH’S ALMA SMITH

Shimkus Statement on Obamacare Ruling

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