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Area Students Attend Youth Day in Springfield

Wednesday, April 8 by Jc Tinsley

On March 25, 2026, 168 students sponsored by 24 electric and telephone cooperatives across the state gathered in the Illinois State Capitol for Youth Day - an annual event designed to introduce young leaders to state government and the cooperative principles that serve their... Read More.

Elastec in Carmi Makes Top Four of Coolest Things Made in Illinois Contest

Wednesday, April 8 by Jc Tinsley

As voting opens in the final round of the 2026 “Makers Madness” contest, just four products remain in the annual bracket-style tournament held by the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association. The contest lets voters decide The Coolest Thing Made in Illinois and Carmi is in the... Read More.

CWC Schools Looking for 3-5 Year Olds for Free Pre-K Screenings

Wednesday, April 8 by Jc Tinsley

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Carmi Chamber Welcomes Two New Businesses

Wednesday, April 8 by Jc Tinsley

A quick check of any newscast and it’s easy these days to assume a doom and gloom outlook. There are bright spots however. The Carmi Chamber of Commerce welcomed two new businesses this week. On Tuesday, Chamber Executive Director and others officially welcomed new... Read More.

City of Carmi Makes Fireworks Donation; Makes Quick Work of Tuesday Agenda

Wednesday, April 8 by Jc Tinsley

The fireworks show scheduled for Saturday, July 4th in Carmi are on their way to being bigger and better. Carmi Chamber Executive Director Megan Newman appeared before the City Council Tuesday to request a donation. Newman says the base cost of the fireworks show... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – April 8, 2026

Wednesday, April 8 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports Recap The Carmi-White County Baseball & Softball teams traveled to Flora yesterday, and both teams suffered losses. The Bulldogs fell by a final score of 3-0. They fall to 2-7 on the season. The Lady Bulldogs fell by a final score of 14-5. They... Read More.

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McLeansboro Man Apprehended; Served with Franklin County Warrant while in Custody

Tuesday, April 7 by Jc Tinsley

A McLeansboro man is behind bars in the White County Jail and picked up a Franklin County warrant while incarcerated. A deputy served 44-year-old Ryan Nalley with the warrant Monday morning just after 10:30am. The warrant out of Franklin County is in relation to... Read More.

Stover Arrested Monday on Criminal Trespass Charge

Tuesday, April 7 by Jc Tinsley

A 51-year-old Carmi man is free following his arrest Monday morning. Carmi Police responded to North Main Cross just before noon in reference to a trespassing. After speaking to the homeowner and receiving a signed formal complaint, officers arrested Donald Stover. He was booked... Read More.

Lady Dogs Fall Late as Crab Orchard Breaks Tie in Final Frame

Tuesday, April 7 by Cole Carter

The Carmi-White County Lady Bulldogs came up just short Monday afternoon, falling to Crab Orchard 6-5 in a back-and-forth contest. Crab Orchard struck first with a run in the top of the opening inning, but Carmi responded in the third. Caroline Simmons delivered a clutch... Read More.

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Bullpups Drop Season Opener to Norris City, Girls Impress in Exhibition

Tuesday, April 7 by Cole Carter

The Carmi-White County Bullpups opened their 2026 golf season on Monday, fall to Norris City by a final score of 126-141. Despite the loss, the Bullpups showed promise with a young lineup, led by Jett Bradshaw’s team-best round of 44. Jude Pollard followed with a... Read More.

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Area Students Attend Youth Day in Springfield

Elastec in Carmi Makes Top Four of Coolest Things Made in Illinois Contest

CWC Schools Looking for 3-5 Year Olds for Free Pre-K Screenings

Carmi Chamber Welcomes Two New Businesses

City of Carmi Makes Fireworks Donation; Makes Quick Work of Tuesday Agenda

Local Sports Recap – April 8, 2026

McLeansboro Man Apprehended; Served with Franklin County Warrant while in Custody

Stover Arrested Monday on Criminal Trespass Charge

Lady Dogs Fall Late as Crab Orchard Breaks Tie in Final Frame

Bullpups Drop Season Opener to Norris City, Girls Impress in Exhibition

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