Local News

Carmi Man Chooses Jail

Wednesday, August 16 by Jc Tinsley

A 35 year old Carmi man chose jail Tuesday night. Sheriff’s Deputies were called to a Stewart Street home just before 9:30 where they spoke with Tammy Gaudern who was sitting on the porch. Gaudern said 35 year old Matthew Gaudern had been living... Read More.

White County Board Meeting Considers Building More, Talks Solar, and More

Wednesday, August 16 by Jc Tinsley

A handful of county residents, a landowner/lessee and the project manager for Invenergy agree that after weeks of aggravation and high anxiety, things around the solar farm being built in the Centerville area are getting better. Brooks York, Craig Williams, Martin Rae Barbre, and... Read More.

Grudge Street Racing Looking to Take Airport Racing to McLeansboro

Wednesday, August 16 by Jc Tinsley

The McLeansboro City Council met Tuesday night for its regular monthly meeting. Scott Mareing was there and filed this report… Dustin Larkin of A2B Productions addressed the board about bringing his street racing TV show, Grudge Street, to film in the city at the McLeansboro Airport. The... Read More.

Carmi Council Approves TIF Agreement for HD Bean; Amends Zoning Ordinance for NFE Realty

Wednesday, August 16 by Jc Tinsley

HD Bean Jewelers has the go ahead on a TIF Façade Improvement through the Carmi City Council after Tuesday night’s meeting. Cody Gottman, owner of the store, says to expect a lot of commotion in front of the store in the next couple weeks... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – August 16, 2023

Wednesday, August 16 by Cole Carter

The Carmi-White County junior high baseball and softball teams traveled to Eldorado yesterday afternoon. The Bullpup baseball team lost to fall to 1-2 on the season, but the Lady Bullpups improved to 3-2 on the year with a 19-5 win. Ava Ballard got the win... Read More.

Shreves named 2023 Wayne County Farm Family of the Year

Tuesday, August 15 by Jc Tinsley

The Wayne County Farm Bureau is pleased to honor the Shreve Family as their 2023 Farm Family of the Year. The organization made the announcement at the member Appreciation Dinner last month.In 1989, Mike and Sharla opened Shreve’s Pumpkin Patch. For the first few... Read More.

Carmi Boil Order Lifted

Tuesday, August 15 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi City Water Superintendent Kurt Cleveland says the boil order that had been issued on August 10th for Carmi water customers between Shipley and Stewart Street starting on 7th Street west to Illinois Street has been lifted.

Swift Sentenced in White County Court Monday

Tuesday, August 15 by Jc Tinsley

A Grayville man will spend up to 5 years behind bars and an additional 6 months of supervised release following his sentencing in White County court Monday. 39 year old Matthew Swift was arrested in March of 2022 and charged with a class 4... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – August 15, 2023

Tuesday, August 15 by Cole Carter

The Carmi-White County high school golf teams were in action at the Carmi Country Club yesterday. The boys defeated NCOE and Edwards County, 178-187-204.Aidan Willis was a co-medalist on the day as he shot a team best 42. Maxon O’Daniel shot a 43 Gabe Winkleman shot... Read More.

Wilcox Back Behind Bars on Obstruction of Justice Warrant

Monday, August 14 by Jc Tinsley

33 year old Sarah Wilcox is back behind bars in the White County Jail following her arrest Friday afternoon. According to the report, Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to Crossville in reference to Wilcox trespassing a Morrell Street residence. The woman was wanted on an... Read More.