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Town Wide Rummage Sale Set for Norris City

Tuesday, March 17 by Nicole Behnke

The Norris City Village Board met Monday night for about an hour. Scott Mareing was there and has this report… The lights are in for Beaty Field and will be installed when the poles come in. The village is putting together a building permit process for... Read More.

Carmi PD Execute Five Search Warrants Resulting in Nine Arrests

Tuesday, March 17 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police began searching five separate homes on search warrants Friday morning just before 5:30am. Chief Jason Carters says the search warrants were obtained following an extensive drug investigation at various homes in Carmi. While nine arrests were made, the Carmi Police Chief says... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – March 17, 2026

Tuesday, March 17 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports Recap The Carmi-White County Baseball and Softball teams were scheduled to begin their 2026 seasons yesterday, but those games were postponed due to cold temperatures. Yesterday’s baseball game at West Frankfort will now be played next Monday, March 23rd. Yesterday’s softball game at home... Read More.

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Six Individuals Arrested by White County Sheriff’s Department

Monday, March 16 by Nicole Behnke

On Tuesday, a White County Sheriff Deputy noticed a green 1997 Chevrolet S-10 traveling with no front plate and a cracked windshield on the driver’s side. The officer conducted a traffic stop and also observed that the temporary plate had expired. Gregory O’Neal was the... Read More.

Bullpups Place 5th at Eldorado Tournament, Finish Season With 16 Wins

Monday, March 16 by Cole Carter

The Carmi-White County 6th Grade Bullpups wrapped up their season with a strong showing at the Eldorado Tournament over the weekend, finishing in 5th Place and ending the year with an impressive 16-5 record. Carmi went 3-1 during the tournament, picking up wins over... Read More.

Three Arrested by Carmi Police Over the Weekend

Monday, March 16 by Nicole Behnke

On Saturday afternoon, an individual was arrested in Murphys. 43-year-old Nathan Saldana was cited for Driving on a Suspended License following a motor vehicle accident. He was released from the scene and scheduled for a First Appearance on April 28 at 9 am. Saldana’s vehicle... Read More.

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Local Sports Recap – March 16, 2026

Monday, March 16 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports Recap The Carmi-White County Boys Track team traveled to Marion on Friday for their second indoor meet of the season. The Varsity Bulldogs finished in 9th Place while the Fresh/Soph Bulldogs placed 2nd. Top 10 Finishers for the Bulldogs were: Dakota Brown - 10th... Read More.

Annie Jr Opens Tonight! Kiwanis Gets Preview Thursday; Set to Add Four Members; Makes $1,500 in Donations

Friday, March 13 by Jc Tinsley

It’s a hard knock life, but the sun’ll come out tomorrow. It’s gonna be a fantastic show. Guys…come watch it. It’s gonna be so good. I’m excited. Annie Jr. hits the stage at Carmi-White County High School Auditorium Friday and Saturday at 6:30pm and Sunday at... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND – First (second this month) Thursday with Carmi Mayor Bill Stendeback

Thursday, March 12 by Jc Tinsley

In this episode, we talk with Mayor Bill Stendeback about a wide range of topics from Budget Billing to the budget itself and much more. Catch up by listening in. WROY/WRUL Radio · Read More.

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Hays Arrested on Sexual Misconduct Charges in Corrections Officer Investigation

Thursday, March 12 by Jc Tinsley

Update as of 1:10pm Finally, we’ve received official word thanks to special prosecutor Doug Dhyrkopp. The press release issued by the Illinois State Police delivered courtesy of the Gallatin County States Attorney office confirms 57-year-old Darren Hays has been arrested after what officials call an... Read More.

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Town Wide Rummage Sale Set for Norris City

Carmi PD Execute Five Search Warrants Resulting in Nine Arrests

Local Sports Recap – March 17, 2026

Six Individuals Arrested by White County Sheriff’s Department

Bullpups Place 5th at Eldorado Tournament, Finish Season With 16 Wins

Three Arrested by Carmi Police Over the Weekend

Local Sports Recap – March 16, 2026

Annie Jr Opens Tonight! Kiwanis Gets Preview Thursday; Set to Add Four Members; Makes $1,500 in Donations

Open Line ON DEMAND – First (second this month) Thursday with Carmi Mayor Bill Stendeback

Hays Arrested on Sexual Misconduct Charges in Corrections Officer Investigation

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