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The Cleveland Collection – A Legacy of White County History

Thursday, June 13 by Jc Tinsley

One hundred years from now, how will they regale the 2020’s? That story remains to be told. Thanks to the efforts of Barry Cleveland, we know quite a bit about how the roaring 1920’s played out in Carmi and White County. A week ago,... Read More.

Proft-Bailey Collusion Complaint Recommended for Dismissal

Thursday, June 13 by Jc Tinsley

An official with the Illinois State Board of Elections is recommending dismissal of a complaint against former Republican State Senator Darren Bailey and a conservative political operative. Capitol News Illinois reports the complaint alleged Bailey and far-right radio host Dan Proft illegally colluded during Bailey’s... Read More.

Joint Policing, Animal Control, and More From the Enfield Village Meeting

Wednesday, June 12 by Nicole Behnke

The Enfield Village Board held its regular monthly meeting Tuesday night. Scott Mareing was there and has this report… The nearly two hour meeting featured an advancement of a long-standing issue and a clarification. Concerning the joint police force that would include Mill Shoals ,... Read More.

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Carmi Chamber Among B2B Grant Winners of $5 Million in Total

Wednesday, June 12 by Jc Tinsley

Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity is formally announcing the awarding of $5 million in grant funding to more than 150 recipients through the Back to Business Local Chambers program. Carmi, Lawrenceville, Saline County, Marion, and Herrin Chambers... Read More.

Crossville Man Gets 8 Year Sentence

Wednesday, June 12 by Jc Tinsley

A Crossville man will spend the next 8 years behind bars following his sentencing in White County court earlier this month. 29-year-old Zakkary Hosick was delivered two 4 year sentences June 3rd on separate cases. Judge Webb handed down the sentences, one on a... Read More.

3rd Annual Pets RULe Pet Fair Brings in More than $3,000 to Support and Aid Animals Throughout White County

Tuesday, June 11 by Jc Tinsley

The rain didn’t keep masses of pet lovers from coming out to attend the 3rd annual Pets at Risk of White County Pets RULe Pet Fair Saturday. Dogs, cats, even rabbits and their owners all made their way out to the White County Fairgrounds... Read More.

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Open Line ON DEMAND – Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Tuesday, June 11 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi League of Arts is celebrating 50 years and will bring Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat to the stage June 21st - 23rd. Listen in as Jc visits with Debby Hyatt, Lynn Cantrell, Sherry Passmore, Hailey Winkleman, and Karen Camp for a... Read More.

Grayville Council Approves New Resident Attraction Program Ordinance; Mayor Pro Tem Takes Stand on Crosswalks

Tuesday, June 11 by Jc Tinsley

With Mayor Travis Thompson absent, Commissioner Andi Ford stepped up as Mayor Pro Tem Monday night at the Grayville Council meeting and just 17 minutes later, the meeting adjourned for the night. While brief, the board did get some business accomplished. The treasurer’s report revealed... Read More.

Three Individuals Were Arrested on Warrants Over the Weekend

Monday, June 10 by Nicole Behnke

Starting on Saturday, Carmi Police arrested three individuals who were wanted for White County warrants. 18-year-old Talan Weber was taken to the White County Jail for his White County warrant for Criminal Damage to Property following an investigation into the use of a fake ID... Read More.

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Open Line ON DEMAND – Senator Terri Bryant

Monday, June 10 by Jc Tinsley

In this episode of Open Line, Jc sits down with Senator Terri Bryant for a conversation spanning the FY25 Budget, carbon sequestration, the grocery tax, and as much more as they can fit in the 30 minute time frame. Listen in for more including... Read More.

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The Cleveland Collection – A Legacy of White County History

Proft-Bailey Collusion Complaint Recommended for Dismissal

Joint Policing, Animal Control, and More From the Enfield Village Meeting

Carmi Chamber Among B2B Grant Winners of $5 Million in Total

Crossville Man Gets 8 Year Sentence

3rd Annual Pets RULe Pet Fair Brings in More than $3,000 to Support and Aid Animals Throughout White County

Open Line ON DEMAND – Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Grayville Council Approves New Resident Attraction Program Ordinance; Mayor Pro Tem Takes Stand on Crosswalks

Three Individuals Were Arrested on Warrants Over the Weekend

Open Line ON DEMAND – Senator Terri Bryant

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