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Ayslworth Jailed on Domestic Battery Charge Despite Parties Not Wanting to File Complaint

Thursday, August 13 by Jc Tinsley

Despite multiple parties not wishing to sign a formal complaint, 31-year-old Arwen Ayslworth is behind bars after Sheriff’s Deputies responded to her residence following a plea for help. According to the report, a family member went to the sheriff’s department after an altercation at... Read More.

Two Arrested by Carmi Police

Thursday, August 13 by Nicole Behnke

A McLeansboro man turned himself in at the Carmi Police Station Wednesday for his outstanding Hamilton County warrant. 20-year-old Brodie Perry’s warrant is from a case in March for DUI, failure to reduce speed, and purchase of alcohol for a minor. According to online court records,... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – August 13, 2026

Thursday, August 13 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports Recap The Carmi-White County Junior High Baseball and Softball teams both hosted Hamilton County yesterday afternoon, but both games were unable to finish due to rain. Both teams will be back in action today as they travel to Mt. Vernon (IL). The Carmi-White County... Read More.

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Health Insurance Update and Possible Land for Carmi Township

Wednesday, August 12 by Nicole Behnke

The Carmi Township met Tuesday night with Trustees Brad Chapman and Tim Scates absent. The board moved right along the agenda items. An item that has been in unfinished business for a while has an outcome. Supervisor Pam Deig had an extensive discussion on employee health... Read More.

Carmi PD Arrest Two on Body Attachment Warrants Tuesday

Wednesday, August 12 by Jc Tinsley

A pair of Carmi men were arrested on body attachment warrants Tuesday. Carmi Police picked up 52-year-old Louis Hankins at his North Church apartment just before 10am. After failing to appear or pay following being found guilty of ordinance violations for a Nuisance/Order to... Read More.

Grant and Grow Workshop meant to Empower Southeastern Illinois Nonprofits

Wednesday, August 12 by Jc Tinsley

he Southern Illinois Community Foundation, in conjunction with the Carmi Chamber of Commerce and Southeastern Illinois College will present “Grant and Grow, A Workshop for White County Nonprofits” on Friday, August 28, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the SIC White County Center... Read More.

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Enfield Board Approves Water Rate Increase Amid Active Infrastructure Projects and Mule Day Preparations

Wednesday, August 12 by Jc Tinsley

Ella Tinsley has the recap for WROY/WRUL News... For the regular items of the agenda, street and utility maintenance remained a priority, with ongoing street lighting repairs discussed alongside bids for lagoon aerators. The board also continued moving forward on bids for security camera upgrades,... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – August 11, 2026

Wednesday, August 12 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports Recap - 08/12/2026 The Carmi-White County junior high softball team began their season yesterday in Marion against Carterville, and the Lady Bullpups fell by a final score of 10-0. Graecelyn O’Neill picked up the lone base hit for the Lady Pups. Carmi will be... Read More.

Outnumbered Grayville Commissioners Opposing Park Tree Sale Still Manage to Get Their Way

Tuesday, August 11 by Jc Tinsley

Grayville leaders spent more time in executive session than in public session Monday night. Twenty-three of the thirty-nine minute meeting was spent dealing with executive level issues. Prior to that executive session, Commissioner Andi Ford reminded residents to upkeep their properties to avoid the... Read More.

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Two Traffic Stops by Carmi Police Monday

Tuesday, August 11 by Nicole Behnke

Carmi Police conducted a traffic stop on a black Chevy Malibu on Monday. The vehicle’s registration did not match the Chevy; instead, it was for a silver Toyota. 28-year-old Lukas Gunther was arrested for unlawful display of registration and cited for no insurance and expired registration. Gunther... Read More.

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Ayslworth Jailed on Domestic Battery Charge Despite Parties Not Wanting to File Complaint

Two Arrested by Carmi Police

Local Sports Recap – August 13, 2026

Health Insurance Update and Possible Land for Carmi Township

Carmi PD Arrest Two on Body Attachment Warrants Tuesday

Grant and Grow Workshop meant to Empower Southeastern Illinois Nonprofits

Enfield Board Approves Water Rate Increase Amid Active Infrastructure Projects and Mule Day Preparations

Local Sports Recap – August 11, 2026

Outnumbered Grayville Commissioners Opposing Park Tree Sale Still Manage to Get Their Way

Two Traffic Stops by Carmi Police Monday

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