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Five Arrested Over the Weekend

Monday, May 11 by Nicole Behnke

Carmi Police had a busy weekend, with their first arrest at noon on Friday. Officers pulled over a black Jeep after observing the driver not wearing a seatbelt. According to the police report, the officer noticed a strong odor of raw cannabis emitting from the... Read More.

A Happy Accident Indeed; Mullins Grows Happy Painter Studio into New Location

Friday, May 8 by Jc Tinsley

It began as a hobby. It turned into a side business. And it’s grown. Happy Painters Studio has celebrated a relocation and ribbon cutting Friday at the historic Arcade building, 203 East Cherry. Owner Brad Mullins said it’s been a wild ride getting to... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – May 8, 2026

Friday, May 8 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports Recap The Carmi-White County Baseball and Softball teams traveled to Hamilton County yesterday afternoon. The Bulldogs came away with their second conference win of the year, beating the Foxes by a final score of 9-7. Merick Millhorn picked up the win on the mound,... Read More.

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Dawgs Hang On For 2nd Conference Win of 2026

Thursday, May 7 by Cole Carter

The Carmi-White County Bulldogs earned their second Black Diamond Conference win of the season on Thursday, holding off a late rally to defeat Hamilton County on the road by a final score of 9-7. After two scoreless innings, the Bulldogs finally broke through in the... Read More.

McLeansboro Man Back Behind Bars Following Warrant Issued for Pretrial Release Violation

Thursday, May 7 by Jc Tinsley

46-year-old George Hirschl is back behind bars in the White County Jail following a warrant issued for his arrest. McLeansboro Police arrested Hirschl Thursday for allegedly violating the terms of his pretrial release. On April 18th, authorities arrested Hirschl following an incident at McLeansboro’s... Read More.

Holiday World and Splashin’ Safari Director of Sales Previews 2026 Season at Kiwanis Thursday

Thursday, May 7 by Jc Tinsley

Holiday World is preparing to open this Saturday and Sunday as part of their season opening weekends only. Splashin’ Safari opens for the year next Saturday, May 16th. Director of Sales for the world’s first theme park, Al Keller dropped by the Carmi Kiwanis... Read More.

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Two Warrants Arrests on Two Individuals

Thursday, May 7 by Nicole Behnke

An inmate transfer was initiated on Wednesday morning between the Wayne County Sheriff’s Department and the White County Sheriff’s Department for a Fairfield inmate, Katelyn Garner. Garner had a White County arrest warrant for a Failure to Appear on a Driving While License Suspended charge.... Read More.

Two from Crossville Jailed Wednesday

Thursday, May 7 by Jc Tinsley

36-year-old Crossville resident Anthony Crawley is behind bars serving a six-month jail sentence. Carmi Police responded to the White County Probation office Wednesday morning after being informed Crawley had violated the terms of his probation. He had been sentenced to two years of probation... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – May 7, 2026

Thursday, May 7 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports Recap The Carmi-White County Girls Track team hosted the Black Diamond Conference meet at Harrington-Jeffries Sports Complex yesterday, and the Lady Bulldogs finished in 3rd Place out of 9 teams. Top 5 Finishers for the Lady Bulldogs: Lyla Wolff - 4th Place 200 Meter... Read More.

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Three Individuals Entered Plea Deals in White County Court

Wednesday, May 6 by Nicole Behnke

Three Individuals Entered Plea Deals in White County Court 39-year-old William Wilson agreed to a plea deal that resulted in three counts and a separate case being dismissed in White County court. Wilson will serve two years of probation, pay a fine, have a six-month stayed... Read More.

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Five Arrested Over the Weekend

A Happy Accident Indeed; Mullins Grows Happy Painter Studio into New Location

Local Sports Recap – May 8, 2026

Dawgs Hang On For 2nd Conference Win of 2026

McLeansboro Man Back Behind Bars Following Warrant Issued for Pretrial Release Violation

Holiday World and Splashin’ Safari Director of Sales Previews 2026 Season at Kiwanis Thursday

Two Warrants Arrests on Two Individuals

Two from Crossville Jailed Wednesday

Local Sports Recap – May 7, 2026

Three Individuals Entered Plea Deals in White County Court

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