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Hamilton County Board Moves Funds to Highway for Oil and Chip

Friday, June 27 by Nicole Behnke

Board members from the Hamilton County Board met to discuss new items for the county, highway recommendations, and appointments during their June meeting.Only one item was tabled during the meeting, an ordinance pertaining to the Hamilton County Battery Energy Storage Systems. Chairman Kelly Woodrow... Read More.

Fire Guts North Carmi Home Sending Three to Hospital; Two via Life Flight Thursday Morning

Thursday, June 26 by Jc Tinsley

The state fire marshal’s office is on site, a far north Carmi home is gutted, and at least three individuals are being treated for various injuries following a Thursday morning fire. First responders were called to 801 South Summit Street just after 6am. When... Read More.

White County Warrants Served on Three Individuals

Thursday, June 26 by Nicole Behnke

On June 6th, a complaint was filed with the Carmi Police regarding a Burglary incident, and warrants were issued for two individuals just days later. On Wednesday afternoon, Tyler and Melanie Crayne were arrested on their outstanding White County warrants stemming from the incident on... Read More.

Dr. Frank Barbre Honored with Linden A. Warfel Trustee Education Award

Wednesday, June 25 by Jc Tinsley

Southeastern Illinois College Board of Trustees Vice President and Illinois Community College Trustees Association (ICCTA) Representative Dr. Frank Barbre was recently awarded the prestigious Linden A. Warfel Trustee Education Award for completing more than 100 ICCTA professional development programs.Presented by the ICCTA, the award... Read More.

Allen Behind Bars on Warrant Arrest

Wednesday, June 25 by Jc Tinsley

A Carmi woman is behind bars following her arrest at Burrell Woods Wednesday morning. Carmi Police say they were notified of a possible wanted individual camping at the recreation area just after 7am. Once on scene, an officer says he observed 41-year-old Sasha Allen... Read More.

Crossville Village Board Recap Includes July 5th Community Celebration Details, Trout Replacement, and More

Wednesday, June 25 by Jc Tinsley

Preparations continue for Crossville’s big July 5th Independence celebration. Village Trustee Nancy Osborne gave an update at Tuesday night’s meeting. On July 5th, it’s gonna start at 7 in the morning and from 7 – 10, the fire department will be selling breakfast. $5 and... Read More.

Grayville Getting New Lift Station Pump, Hires New Utility Employee, Choose Electric Supply for 12 Months; Pick Trash Can Colors

Tuesday, June 24 by Jc Tinsley

Grayville has a new lift station pump on it’s way and a new utility employee. Additionally, the city chose from options for electric supply Monday night and decided on purchasing trashcans for placement along North Street as soon as sidewalks are finished there.In the... Read More.

Car Chase, Shoplifting, Possession, and More Land Three In Jail

Monday, June 23 by Nicole Behnke

Carmi Police conducted a traffic stop in Carmi on a Norris City resident on Thursday. Kimberly Smith, a Norris City resident, was apprehended by the police on Thursday. She faces a slew of serious charges, including Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Unlawful... Read More.

Tumble Time Gymnast Returns Home National Champion

Monday, June 23 by Jc Tinsley

The Tumble Time Tumbling Team traveled to Rapid City, South Dakota June 15th - 21st to compete against 100 different gyms and over one thousand gymnasts from across the country in the 2025 USTA National Championships. All gymnasts had to finish in the top... Read More.

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White County Board Breezes through Skimpy Agenda for June

Thursday, June 19 by Jc Tinsley

White County leaders got home before the sun went down Wednesday evening. Board members breezed through a 25-minute meeting scarce of agenda items. Chairwoman Cassie Pigg was absent and there was no public in the gallery. Sarah Kary, CPA with Rice and Sullivan presented... Read More.