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Hamilton County Petitions In – Here’s Who Will Appear on Your June Ballot

Tuesday, March 22 by Jc Tinsley

Hamilton County is preparing for the June primary. Three candidates are vying for the position of County Clerk and Recorder. Staci Barker will face off with Heather Bowman in the Republican primary. Sam Wilson is unopposed on the Democratic side. Sarah Hall, Clint Hopfinger,... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND – Katharine Stewart of the SIC Small Business Development Center

Tuesday, March 22 by Jc Tinsley

In this episode, Jc visits with Katharine Stewart of the Southeastern Illinois College Small Business Development Center. The pair talk about the resources available to those who own, are considering, or curious about opening a business. Tune in for more and reach Stewart by... Read More.

Owensboro Man Arrested On Multiple Charges

Monday, March 21 by WROY-WRUL News

Making the decision to drive on a revoked license never ends well, and to make the situation worse, add alcohol, cannabis and meth to the list and you will get to visit the White County Jail. On Friday, March 18th, 35 year old Jeffery... Read More.

Three Individuals Turn Themselves In On White County Warrants

Monday, March 21 by WROY-WRUL News

Friday appears to have been “turn yourself in day” at the Carmi Police Department. Between Battery, Theft and Drug Possession, Officers were kept busy!At around 8:30 a.m., 31 year old Jeremiah Burnett of 807 W Main Street in Crossville turned himself in on two... Read More.

Hogue Arrested For Tattooing Minor

Monday, March 21 by WROY-WRUL News

A young woman was taken into custody after a warrant was issued for her arrest. On Friday, March 18th an Officer with the Carmi Police Department served a warrant on 18 year old Brooklynn J Hogue of 139 Tenth Street in Carmi, for Tattooing... Read More.

Petitions Turned In – Here’s Who Will Appear on Your June Illinois Primary Ballot for White County

Monday, March 21 by Jc Tinsley

We now have a clearer picture of who will appear on your June 28th ballot following last week’s petition deadline. There will be a 3 horse race for the new District 1 seat on the county board. David South, Wailin Chapman, and Terry Harrison... Read More.

Tate Pleads Guilty to Fist Degree Murder

Friday, March 18 by WROY-WRUL News

40-year-old Ray E. Tate appeared in Wayne County Circuit Court yesterday for a negotiated change of plea. After pleading not guilty in February to 38 counts related to the death of Wayne County Deputy Sean Riley, he pleaded guilty to Count 9 – first-degree... Read More.

Tyner Arrested On Two White County Warrants For Retail Theft

Friday, March 18 by WROY-WRUL News

A Carmi woman is being in the White County Jail following her arrest during a traffic stop. On Thursday, an officer with the CPD pulled over 35 year old Caitlin D Tyner of 403 E Cherry Street and took her into custody on two... Read More.

Seventeen White County 4-Hers Awarded A Project Grant

Friday, March 18 by WROY-WRUL News

The White County Farm Bureau is pleased to award seventeen White County 4-Hers with a 2022 4-H Project Grant. A total of $1,875.46 in grants were awarded. 4-Hers receiving a 2022 Project Grant are…Kelsey Aldrich (Visual Arts, Clay) Kenley Black (Woodworking) Kerrigan Black... Read More.

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A McLeansboro Man And Christopher Woman Taken Into Custody Early This Morning

Thursday, March 17 by WROY-WRUL News

A couple of outa towners are hanging out in the White County Jail today. Just after midnight, an officer with the Carmi Police Department made a traffic stop on outer Oak Street/Illinois Rte 14, that resulted in the arrest of 42 year old Timothy... Read More.