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Five Plea Deals Wednesday

Wednesday, August 5 by Nicole Behnke

Five people agreed to plea deals in court on Wednesday in White County. In April of this year, Jeremy Allen was placed under arrest for Aggravated Assault of a Peace Officer. Allen was given two years of probation, a six-month stayed jail sentence, and complete... Read More.

Evansville Woman Sentenced to 20 Years after Conviction for Drug Dealing in Posey County

Wednesday, August 5 by Jc Tinsley

An Evansville woman will serve prison time after being convicted of drug dealing charges in Posey County. On the afternoon of August 5, 2026, Misty Dawn Cunningham, age 46, appeared in the Posey Circuit Court where she was sentenced by Judge Craig Goedde to twenty... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND – Norris City Chamber of Commerce August 2026

Wednesday, August 5 by Jc Tinsley

In this episode of Open Line ON DEMAND, we catch up with Norris City Chamber of Commerce representative Zach Oxford and the August Member of the Month, Ginger Raney of 3D Gifts and Forever Memories. Listen in for more on 3D printing and the... Read More.

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Packed City Council Chambers, Calmer Demeanor on Display at Carmi’s First August Meeting

Wednesday, August 5 by Jc Tinsley

Over 45 minutes, a different tone was struck during the latest Carmi City Council meeting. After tension filled, packed houses that forced council meetings to be moved to the Farm Bureau basement, officials returned to the cozy council chambers at 225 East Main Tuesday... Read More.

One Sentencing Hearing and Two Court Supervisions in White County Court

Tuesday, August 4 by Nicole Behnke

61-year-old Eldorado man, Ronald Scott, has been released but is facing a resentencing/sentencing hearing for his court cases. On Monday, Scott entered into a plea deal for a Class 3 Felony of Intimidation. Aggravated Domestic Battery Strangulation, Aggravated Assault, and Domestic Battery were dismissed per... Read More.

Crossville Man Placed Under Arrest on Driving while Revoked Charge Monday

Tuesday, August 4 by Jc Tinsley

A Crossville man is out with a notice to appear following his arrest Monday afternoon by Carmi authorities. Police pulled over 69-year-old David Frashier just after 4:30pm Monday on Main at the Church Street intersection. Frasher was subsequently placed under arrest on a charge... Read More.

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Gilder Lehrman Institute Selects Carlin Fleming-Smock as 2026 Illinois History Teacher of the Year

Tuesday, August 4 by Jc Tinsley

Carlin Fleming-Smock, a teacher at Carmi-White County High School in Carmi, has been named the 2026 Illinois History Teacher of the Year by the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History. Since 2004, this distinguished award has recognized exceptional K–12 educators for their remarkable work... Read More.

Hamilton Memorial Hospital District Announces Construction of New Carmi Clinic

Monday, August 3 by Jc Tinsley

Hamilton Memorial Hospital District is excited to announce that construction will soon begin on its new clinic site in Carmi, marking an important investment in the future of healthcare for White County and the surrounding communities. The new clinic site will be located at: 1690 Falcon... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND – Carmi Chamber of Commerce August 2026

Monday, August 3 by Jc Tinsley

It's time for the August 2026 check in with Carmi Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Megan Newman. Listen in to learn more about three prospective new chamber members, the 34th Annual Carmi Chamber Golf Tournament coming up August 15th, a potential exciting new way... Read More.

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Volunteers Needed in Advance of Thurman’s Return to Norris City

Monday, August 3 by Jc Tinsley

Those wishing to honor the late Corporal Jackie Lee Thurman of Norris City are being tasked with helping honor his memory and the family by creating a memorial of flags for the soldier’s trip back home. Rod Thompson, a veteran himself, and Executive Administrator... Read More.

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Five Plea Deals Wednesday

Evansville Woman Sentenced to 20 Years after Conviction for Drug Dealing in Posey County

Open Line ON DEMAND – Norris City Chamber of Commerce August 2026

Packed City Council Chambers, Calmer Demeanor on Display at Carmi’s First August Meeting

One Sentencing Hearing and Two Court Supervisions in White County Court

Crossville Man Placed Under Arrest on Driving while Revoked Charge Monday

Gilder Lehrman Institute Selects Carlin Fleming-Smock as 2026 Illinois History Teacher of the Year

Hamilton Memorial Hospital District Announces Construction of New Carmi Clinic

Open Line ON DEMAND – Carmi Chamber of Commerce August 2026

Volunteers Needed in Advance of Thurman’s Return to Norris City

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