Local News

Carmi City Council Names Ballard New Fire Chief

Thursday, March 9 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi’s Volunteer Fire Department has a new chief. He’s not new to the department though. Daniel Ballard was chosen to lead the municipality’s fire response at Tuesday’s Carmi City Council meeting. He’s been with the department for some time and comes from a firefighting... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – March 9, 2023

Thursday, March 9 by Cole Carter

Today is the beginning of the IHSA Boys Basketball state finals at the State Farm Center on the campus of the University of Illinois in Champaign.This morning will be the 1A semifinals with Waterloo-Gibault Catholic battling Bloomington Cornerstone at 10 am, followed by Tuscola... Read More.

Official Court Reporter Honored for Distinguished Career Spanning 36 Years

Wednesday, March 8 by Jc Tinsley

Official Court Reporter for the Second Judicial Circuit, Traci Ackman, announced her retirement after 36 years of service and was recently recognized at the courthouse for her distinguished career. A native of Robinson and graduate of Southern Illinois University at Carbondale, Ackman began her... Read More.

Carmi PD Identify, Speak with Owner of Burned Jeep

Wednesday, March 8 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police say they now know the owner of the Jeep Compass that was discovered abandoned and burned beyond recognition on Saturday, February 25th. According to a new report, police say they reviewed video footage they obtained and spoke with the owner of the vehicle,... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – March 8, 2023

Wednesday, March 8 by Cole Carter

Earlier this week, the Greater Egyptian Conference released the 2022-2023 boys basketball All-Conference Team.Robby Rooker from Crab Orchard was named Conference MVP. Preston Long from NCOE was named Conference Captain.Other members of the All-Conference team include: Joel Hortin from NCOE Masin Presser from Pope County Rylie Rushing &... Read More.

Incident at Skeeter Mountain

Tuesday, March 7 by Jc Tinsley

A wanted Tennessee man is behind bars following a multiple state, county, and agency chase and subsequent manhunt. White County Sheriff Jordan Weiss says his office was alerted by Nashville, Tennessee police this morning advising there was a wanted subject at the Skeeter Mountain... Read More.

Woman Dies in Broughton House Fire

Tuesday, March 7 by Jc Tinsley

A Broughton woman has died and her two young children are being treated for injuries sustained in a house fire early Friday morning. Hamilton County Coroner Steve Bowling says his office performed an autopsy on 40 year old Samantha Blake yesterday. The 2 and 12 year... Read More.

Norris City Village Board to Pursue Legal Action to Reclaim TIF Money

Tuesday, March 7 by Jc Tinsley

Rebecca Phillips of AirEvac addressed the board about its service. They transport people in emergency situations to far-away hospitals for a yearly membership fee of $75, with no additional costs, to families and individuals. They’ve been serving Norris City residents for several years. The board tabled the... Read More.

Rivers on the Rise Throughout Region

Tuesday, March 7 by Jc Tinsley

Rivers are swelling beyond their banks throughout the region. This morning, the Little Wabash at Main Street in Carmi registered just under 28 feet. Flood stage is 27 feet. The river is currently forecasted to reach 30.3 feet around midnight heading into Friday (March... Read More.

Norris City Nurse Pleads Guilty to Unlawful Possession of Fentanyl

Tuesday, March 7 by Jc Tinsley

A Norris City woman will serve two years of probation after pleading guilty to unlawful possession of a controlled substance, a Class 4 felony. Attorney General Kwame Raoul says Linnea O’Neal worked as a nurse at Heartland Regional Medical Center in Marion. In late 2021, she... Read More.