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Two Arrested Thursday Night

Friday, June 26 by Nicole Behnke

A 19-year-old was arrested Thursday night after Carmi Police responded to a car crash on Paint Creek Lane. After police investigated the crash, they determined that Trenton Belford was intoxicated. He was placed under arrest for driving under the influence of alcohol. 36-year-old Sarah Brewster was... Read More.

Leading with Vision, Taylor Provides Insight as President of Illinois Optometric Association

Thursday, June 25 by Jc Tinsley

You would expect an optometrist to have good vision. Equally as impressive has been Dr. Clint Taylor's work, commitment, and foresight of a brighter future for the community he calls home. Dr. Clint Taylor has provided vision services in Carmi for 21 years now. ... Read More.

NCOE School Board Approves Amended Budget, Sees Significant Increase in Cafeteria Loss

Thursday, June 25 by Jc Tinsley

Prior to the regular June NCOE Unit 3 School District meeting, leaders gathered for a brief public hearing on the amended budget. Superintendent Matt Vollman reported actual revenues of $9.99 million versus expenditures of $9.20 million resulting in $785,474 in the positive for the... Read More.

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Failure to Appear Warrant Served on Inmate

Wednesday, June 24 by Nicole Behnke

A White County warrant was served to McLeansboro resident Kenneth Henderson while he was waiting in the White County Jail. Henderson was originally arrested in Hamilton County. The White County Sheriff’s Sergeant served the paperwork to Henderson and explained that it was a Failure to... Read More.

White County 4-H Fair Kicks Off Saturday; Runs Through July 10th

Wednesday, June 24 by Jc Tinsley

The 2026 4-H Show begins this Saturday, June 27 and runs through Friday, July 10, 2026. This year 142 4-H members are enrolled in over 650 exhibits at the White County 4-H Shows. White County 4-H members have worked throughout the year on projects... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND – BCHFS 250th Celebration

Wednesday, June 24 by Jc Tinsley

108 years ago, Baptist Childrens Home and Family Services opened in Carmi. The non-profit is gearing up to celebrate America's 250th with a special event on July 2nd. Before you make plans to POP onto the front lawn, take a listen to this sit... Read More.

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Anselment Recognized with Relay Volunteer Award

Wednesday, June 24 by Jc Tinsley

The Hamilton, Wayne, White County Relay For Life presented the "Kathy Smith Volunteer Award" to Cindy Anselment at their 2026 Relay Event Celebration. The award was created in 2015 by the Relay Leadership Team in memory of the late Kathy Smith. It is presented... Read More.

Fiscal Year 2026 Budget and Insurance Renewal Discussed at CWC School Board Meeting

Tuesday, June 23 by Nicole Behnke

The Carmi-White County School Board began its June meeting with the Fiscal Year 2026 budget. Superintendent Jarrod Newell provided details for multiple fund categories, including the education fund with projected expenditures of $17,348,522 and a cash balance of $15,774,528. More numbers were discussed, but Newell... Read More.

City of Carmi Receives Annual Audit Findings at Special Tuesday Morning Meeting

Tuesday, June 23 by Jc Tinsley

In a special meeting Tuesday morning, Carmi City Council minus alderpersons Greg Knight and Tracy Nelson heard from Arlynne Davis, there to present the annual financial report and independent auditor finding for the year ending December 31st. It took a bit less than half... Read More.

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Same Cat; Different Day…Grayville City Council Tackles Pooh-Bear, Pavilion Use Rules, and Landlord Responsibilities on Utility Charges

Tuesday, June 23 by Jc Tinsley

The neighborhood standoff surrounding the feline Pooh-Bear continues in Grayville. A standoff between Friends of Grayville and the city pavilion regarding clean up and timing also reared its head at Monday night’s Council meeting. Leaders also continued to grapple with renter/tenant utility charge responsibilities... Read More.

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Two Arrested Thursday Night

Leading with Vision, Taylor Provides Insight as President of Illinois Optometric Association

NCOE School Board Approves Amended Budget, Sees Significant Increase in Cafeteria Loss

Failure to Appear Warrant Served on Inmate

White County 4-H Fair Kicks Off Saturday; Runs Through July 10th

Open Line ON DEMAND – BCHFS 250th Celebration

Anselment Recognized with Relay Volunteer Award

Fiscal Year 2026 Budget and Insurance Renewal Discussed at CWC School Board Meeting

City of Carmi Receives Annual Audit Findings at Special Tuesday Morning Meeting

Same Cat; Different Day…Grayville City Council Tackles Pooh-Bear, Pavilion Use Rules, and Landlord Responsibilities on Utility Charges

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