Local News

Graduations Scheduled, Approval of Donations for CWC School Board

Wednesday, February 19 by Nicole Behnke

The Carmi-White County School Board had another brief meeting Tuesday night, lasting just six minutes. It was held on Tuesday due to Monday being President’s Day and started two hours earlier at 5 PM due to the approaching snowstorm. Scott Mareing was there and... Read More.

White County SWCD Annual Meeting to be Held as Scheduled

Wednesday, February 19 by Jc Tinsley

White County Soil and Water Conservation District’s 79th Annual Meeting will be held tomorrow Thursday, February 20, as scheduled at the Floral Hall of the fairgrounds in Carmi. Registration begins at 5:00 p.m., with a free fish dinner and sides prepared by McPeak Fish... Read More.

Carmi Council Tables Making Light and Water Hire; Will Seek Bids on Sewer Plant Rehab

Wednesday, February 19 by Jc Tinsley

Cassie Eaton leaving the Carmi Light and Water office as clerk opened a spot. It appeared Carmi Council might make a hire at Tuesday evening’s meeting; it didn’t happen though. It was the final agenda item for open session and out of six potentials,... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – February 19, 2025

Wednesday, February 19 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports RecapThe Carmi-White County Girls Basketball team will battle Mt. Carmel tomorrow night at the IHSA Hamilton County 2A Regional Championship.The Lady Bulldogs are 19-9 on the year after defeating Hamilton County in the Regional Semifinals on Monday by a final score... Read More.

White County Sheriff’s Department Serves Warrant and Arrests Another

Tuesday, February 18 by Nicole Behnke

On February 14th, while sitting in the White County Jail on a domestic battery charge, Norris City resident Tony Summers was served a White County arrest warrant for escape from the White County Sheriff's Department.Cody McKinney was arrested by the White County Sheriff's Department... Read More.

One Arrested During Vehicle Accident

Tuesday, February 18 by Nicole Behnke

A two-vehicle accident sent one individual to the White County Jail.On February 17th, Nicholas Page claimed he was changing a song in his car when he ran a stop sign and struck another vehicle.A White County Sheriff's Deputy responded to the scene. Page informed... Read More.

Fire at La Fiesta in Grayville Early Tuesday Morning

Tuesday, February 18 by Jc Tinsley

Little Wabash Fire Protection firefighters were called to the scene of a structure fire just before 2am Tuesday morning. Fire chief Travis Thompson says it appears the flames started in the kitchen area of La Fiesta Mexican Grill rendering it destroyed. The seating area... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND – NCOE Drama Presents Stepsisters

Tuesday, February 18 by Jc Tinsley

It's the final production for seniors in NCOE's Drama Club. In this Open Line, Jc sits down with Drama Director Marsha Humphrey along with four of her senior actors including Mattie McArthy, Jaleigh Sullivan, Jon Anderson, and Cora Humphrey. They'll present Stepsisters on March... Read More.

Carmi Police Make Arrests of Krug, Pearce

Tuesday, February 18 by Jc Tinsley

A Carmi man is behind bars after police found him late Saturday on William Drive. 45-year-old Adam Krug of Elm was picked up on a White County Failure to Appear warrant related to a Domestic Battery conviction back in 2023. In September of that... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – February 18, 2025

Tuesday, February 18 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports RecapThe Carmi-White County Girls Basketball team defeated Hamilton County last night in the IHSA Regional Semifinals by a final score of 44-40.Addi Elliott led the Lady Bulldogs in scoring with 20 points. Caroline Simmons scored 19. Jaya Smith and Torrie Rider each scored... Read More.