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Ferrell Hospital Set to Reopen Today

Tuesday, August 6 by Nicole Behnke

ELDORADO, IL - Ferrell Hospital is pleased to announce its reopening on August 6, 2024, following several weeks of closure due to extensive flood damage. The hospital will resume services, including the Emergency Department, on this date. The clinic, Ferrell Hospital Family Practice, located within the hospital... Read More.

2024 Relay For Life Update…Every Dollar Makes a Difference!

Tuesday, August 6 by Nicole Behnke

As donations continue to come in, the 2024 Hamilton/Wayne/White County Relay For Life season is projected to raise over $60,000. As of July 31, donations totaled $58,900, which is only $1100 from their goal of $60,000. No donation is too small as every dollar counts.... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND – 2024 White County Fair Queens

Tuesday, August 6 by Jc Tinsley

Meet your 2024 White County Fair Queens! Joining us for Open Line today are White County Fair Queen Andi Garner, Junior Miss Brinkley Moore, and Little Miss Baylor Bell. They sit down with Jc just 12 hours after winning their titles. Get to know... Read More.

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Carmi Police and White County Sheriff’s Department Arrests

Monday, August 5 by Nicole Behnke

42-year-old Dennis Wingo was arrested by the Carmi Police on August 3rd for Theft Under $500 for not paying for his gas. Dennis was later released on a Notice to Appear citation. Carmi resident Sherry Sturgal was arrested for Criminal Damage to Government-Supported Property. On... Read More.

Over 200 Backpacks Given to Local Families at Back-to-School Giveaway

Monday, August 5 by Nicole Behnke

It's back-to-school season, and for students and parents alike, it's both exciting and nerve-racking. Not only are students starting a new year, but some are entering a whole new school building, and the older you get, the more supplies you need for the year.... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND – Illuminent

Monday, August 5 by Jc Tinsley

It's time to unveil the August Carmi Chamber of Commerce Member of the Month. Tune in to learn more about Illuminent and the company's origination, what they have to offer, and how to learn more. We also chat with Carmi Chamber Excecutive Director Megan... Read More.

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Local Sports Recap – August 5, 2024

Monday, August 5 by Cole Carter

Next week marks not only the beginning of school for Carmi-White County Unit 5 schools, but also the beginning of practice for Carmi-White County fall sports teams. The CWC Lady Bulldog Volleyball team will hold tryouts next Monday, August 12th and Tuesday, August 13th from... Read More.

White County’s Imagination Library Continues Climb

Friday, August 2 by Jc Tinsley

Three weeks in and the White County Imagination Library is still pushing, to sign up youngsters and to fund the program. The program got an injection of cash Friday morning as the Carmi Kiwanis Club and representatives from First Bank presented checks to help... Read More.

White County Fair Queen, Junior, and Little Miss Candidates

Friday, August 2 by Nicole Behnke

Monday, August 5th kicks off the White County Queen pageant at 7 PM. Fill the stands and cheer on all the contestants! Little Miss contestants, with the retiring Queen, include (left to right): Blakely Nelson, Aurora Veatch, Oaklynn Emery, Baylor Bell, 2023 Little Miss White... Read More.

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Bailey Behind Bars Following Arrest Early Friday Morning

Friday, August 2 by Jc Tinsley

A Carmi man is back behind bars on new charges following his arrest early Friday morning. It was about 12:15am when Carmi Police pulled over a vehicle a Burrell and Gilpin. Law enforcement would subsequently place 23-year-old Christopher Bailey under arrest on charges of... Read More.

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Ferrell Hospital Set to Reopen Today

2024 Relay For Life Update…Every Dollar Makes a Difference!

Open Line ON DEMAND – 2024 White County Fair Queens

Carmi Police and White County Sheriff’s Department Arrests

Over 200 Backpacks Given to Local Families at Back-to-School Giveaway

Open Line ON DEMAND – Illuminent

Local Sports Recap – August 5, 2024

White County’s Imagination Library Continues Climb

White County Fair Queen, Junior, and Little Miss Candidates

Bailey Behind Bars Following Arrest Early Friday Morning

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