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White County Unit of Salvation Army Announces Totals for 2022 Campaign

Wednesday, February 15 by Jc Tinsley

The results are in from the White County Salvation Army Unit’s 2022 Red Kettle Campaign. Sheryl and Mike Blazier along with Mike Knight say the total raised from the various groups who participated was $26,592.22. Since October, the White County Unit has assisted 46... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – February 15, 2023

Wednesday, February 15 by Cole Carter

Last night the Carmi-White County boys basketball team defeated Lawrenceville by a final score of 68-57 to improve to 24-5 on the season. The Bulldogs trailed 35-32 at halftime, but an impressive 2nd half saw Carmi outscore Lawrenceville 33-25 in the final two quarters to... Read More.

Representative Dave Severin Joins Other Republican Legislators to Address Rising Energy Costs

Tuesday, February 14 by Jc Tinsley

Several downstate Republican legislators joined together at the Capitol Tuesday calling for action to address the rising cost of energy impacting Illinois families and businesses. Gathering a day before the Governor’s 2023 Budget and State of the State Address, the legislators said providing long-term relief... Read More.

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Newly Signed Laws Include Creation of Tourism Districts, Criminal Justice Reforms

Tuesday, February 14 by Jc Tinsley

By NIKA SCHOONOVERCapitol News Illinois[email protected] SPRINGFIELD – Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Friday signed 15 bills into law, tackling policy areas from tourism to prison reform and making it easier for people previously convicted of felonies to legally... Read More.

South Walnut Closed to Traffic Beginning Wednesday Morning

Tuesday, February 14 by Jc Tinsley

South Walnut Street will be closed between Main and Robinson Streets on Wednesday, February 15, beginning at 7am and lasting until water systems repairs are complete. The City of Carmi regrets any inconvenience.

Carmi PD Make Three Arrests Monday

Tuesday, February 14 by Jc Tinsley

A Carmi woman is free after her arrest Monday morning. 28 year old Shelby Holloman of 6th Street was arrested on Stewart Street near 5th at 11am Monday. A Carmi PD officer noticed her on bike and says he knew she was wanted on a White... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – February 14, 2023

Tuesday, February 14 by Cole Carter

Last night the Carmi-White County girls basketball team had their season come to an end after falling to Teutopolis in the IHSA 2A Regional Semifinal, 48-34. Caroline Simmons led the Lady Bulldogs in scoring with 11 points. Mara Serafini scored 10. Lily Pollard scored 6. Shemaine Lovell scored... Read More.

ISP Investigating Deaths in Crossville Saturday

Monday, February 13 by Jc Tinsley

Officials aren’t yet ready to release the names of two Crossville individuals found dead Saturday afternoon. Illinois State Police Division of Criminal Investigation Zone 8 officers were called in by White County Sheriff Jordan Weiss. White County Coroner Chris Marsh says autopsies will be... Read More.

Two Arrested By The Carmi Police Department

Monday, February 13 by WROY-WRUL News

An officer with the Carmi Police Department initiated a traffic stop after discovering that a vehicle he observed did not match the registration. On Friday evening, 37 year old Matthew Garner of State St in Crossville was taken into custody following the traffic stop... Read More.

OPEN LINE-ON DEMAND- Dr. Jessica Cook with Pro Rehab of Carmi

Monday, February 13 by WROY-WRUL News

In this edition of OPEN LINE-ON DEMAND- Heather talks with Dr Jessica Cook about the opening of Pro Rehab in Carmi. Cook talks about the different therapies offered. She tells us they are now taking new patients at their new location. Tune in for... Read More.