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Autopsies Scheduled for Today Following Fatal Crash Friday

Monday, July 15 by Jc Tinsley

White County Coroner Chris Marsh says autopsies are scheduled for today in Springfield following a fatal accident just outside Carmi Friday. Illinois State Police say a 2000 Maroon Ford Mustang was southbound on Route 1 approaching 1350 North while a 2023 white Kia Forte... Read More.

New Storm Siren Testing Day/Time for Norris City

Monday, July 15 by Jc Tinsley

Village of Norris City Mayor Skip Land is alerting residents storm siren testing will now be done on the first Tuesday of each month at both 10am and 6:30pm. He says if there is inclement weather during those times, the sirens won’t be tested. ... Read More.

Baileys Arrested Following High-Risk Traffic Stop Early Sunday Morning

Monday, July 15 by Jc Tinsley

A Carlyle Illinois man is free on a Notice to Appear while a Carmi man is behind bars after what Carmi Police call a high-risk traffic stop resulted in their arrests early Sunday morning. It was about 2:20am when officers say they pulled over... Read More.

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Quick Township Meeting for June

Friday, July 12 by Nicole Behnke

The Carmi Township had a relatively quick meeting with only two items on the agenda. Amy Wilson took the lead in Supervisor Pam Deig's absence, bringing the board members a significant update on Allied GA Catastrophic Insurance: "Our catastrophic insurance, as Pam wanted me to... Read More.

Two Dead Following Afternoon Crash in Carmi Friday

Friday, July 12 by Jc Tinsley

Two individuals are dead following a head on collision in Carmi Friday afternoon. Another individual has been taken to Deaconess with what are described as serious injuries. Authorities say it happened just before 1pm near County Road 1350 North. Witnesses and authorities suggest it... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND – Ferrell Hospital update with CEO Tony Keene

Friday, July 12 by Jc Tinsley

On May 8th, Ferrell Hospital's main campus in Eldorado was hit with a major flooding incident. The healthcare facility's CEO, Mr. Tony Keene drops by Open Line to provide an update on progress, services still available, how the staff and community are coming together... Read More.

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White County 4-H Fair Livestock Show, Tractor Driving, and Shooting Sports Results

Friday, July 12 by Jc Tinsley

Submitted by Amy McCarty The White County 4-H Livestock Show was held Wednesday, July 10 at the White County Fairgrounds in Carmi. 4-H members exhibited their animals in classes for Beef Cattle, Goats, Sheep, and Swine. In the Goat Show, Promiss Roser showed the Grand... Read More.

White County Senior Citizens Center to Host Medicare Help Event

Thursday, July 11 by Jc Tinsley

Are you or a loved one struggling to understand Medicare? The White County Senior Citizens Center in Carmi is hosting a question and answer class to help locals comprehend the ins and outs while avoiding pitfalls. The free class will be held at the... Read More.

Tennessee Man Arrested Overnight for Driving with Suspended License

Thursday, July 11 by Jc Tinsley

A Tennessee man with local ties will have a date in White County Court after Carmi Police arrested him in the early morning hours Thursday at Rock Bottom. It was about a quarter after 3am when cops pulled over 45-year-old Lonnie Holloman of Dyersburg. ... Read More.

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White County Launches Dolly Parton Imagination Library

Wednesday, July 10 by Jc Tinsley

White County joined the Imagination Library party officially Wednesday with Mayor Jeff Pollard proclaiming it “Dolly Day” in Carmi during a special launch event at the Carmi Public Library. A total of 4,140 children were enrolled in the program during it’s first day across... Read More.

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Autopsies Scheduled for Today Following Fatal Crash Friday

New Storm Siren Testing Day/Time for Norris City

Baileys Arrested Following High-Risk Traffic Stop Early Sunday Morning

Quick Township Meeting for June

Two Dead Following Afternoon Crash in Carmi Friday

Open Line ON DEMAND – Ferrell Hospital update with CEO Tony Keene

White County 4-H Fair Livestock Show, Tractor Driving, and Shooting Sports Results

White County Senior Citizens Center to Host Medicare Help Event

Tennessee Man Arrested Overnight for Driving with Suspended License

White County Launches Dolly Parton Imagination Library

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