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Enfield Tackles Sunday Liquor Sales, Contracts with Grant Writer in hopes of Future Funding

Wednesday, June 10 by Jc Tinsley

Report by Ella Tinsley... The Village of Enfield's latest board meeting tackled a full agenda, touching on infrastructure projects, community spaces, local business support, and the small-town traditions that keep the village connected. Board members reported steady progress on the street lighting project: wiring is nearly... Read More.

Tensions Continue in Crossville as Pair of Residents Raise Concerns; Trustees Agree to Road Use Agreement, Petroleum Prices Cause Oil and Chip Funds Amendment

Wednesday, June 10 by Jc Tinsley

Plans continue to materialize for the community’s July 4th celebration. It’s shaping up with a pickleball tournament Friday and Saturday. On the 4th, the fire department will host a $10 breakfast beginning at 7am. A handful of food trucks will be in the park... Read More.

Village Board Meeting Highlights Community Investment and Debate Over Sunday Liquor Sales

Tuesday, June 9 by Jc Tinsley

The report, courtesy of Ella Tinsley... The village of Norris City Mayor and Council met on June 8, 2026, and focused on practical improvements that matter to residents and local businesses. Committee reports covered ball field upkeep and the farmers market, reporting both as running... Read More.

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Carmi Woman Arrested Monday Night

Tuesday, June 9 by Nicole Behnke

Just after 11 pm on Monday, Carmi Police stopped a vehicle operated by 26-year-old Carson Boren. She was originally stopped for no-registration lights on her vehicle, but was ultimately arrested for driving with a revoked driver’s license. Boren was issued a court appearance for July 14... Read More.

Kuykendall Gets Plea Deal

Monday, June 8 by Nicole Behnke

A Crossville trustee who was arrested back in May entered into a plea agreement Monday morning in White County Court. On May 2nd, White County Sheriff Deputies responded to a domestic altercation at a residence in Crossville. When officers arrived, they advised that Kuykendall and... Read More.

McLeansboro Man Wanted Out of Three Counties

Monday, June 8 by Nicole Behnke

A McLeansboro man, wanted in three counties, was arrested Saturday afternoon by Carmi Police. Officers noticed 45-year-old Arthur Barger at a residence on Sycamore Street and knew he was wanted on a Failure to Appear warrant in White County for Theft less than $500, which... Read More.

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Hamilton Memorial Hospital Announces New Chief Nursing Officer and Chief Clinical Officer

Monday, June 8 by Jc Tinsley

Hamilton Memorial Hospital District Board of Directors and executive leadership team are pleased to announce the appointment of Joshua Tharp, MBA, BSN, MRMC, as the hospital’s new Chief Nursing Officer and Chief Clinical Officer (CNO/CCO). Tharp brings more than a decade of healthcare leadership experience,... Read More.

Autopsy Results Released in Shipley Street Death Investigation

Friday, June 5 by Jc Tinsley

While the courts await a mental fitness evaluation on a woman charged with concealment of a deceased person charge, we do now know the results of the autopsy ordered. Nancy Fowler was found deceased after a wellness check a month ago in a home... Read More.

Duvall Due in Court Friday Morning Following Probation Violation Arrest Thursday

Friday, June 5 by Jc Tinsley

A Carmi man is jailed following his arrest Thursday afternoon at the White County Probation department. Deputies were called to the office for a parole violation they say 29-year-old Lonnie Duvall committed. Duvall was arrested in August of 2025 on charges of Illegal Use... Read More.

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Update: Death Investigation Underway; Autopsy Scheduled for this Morning after Dead Man Found inside Vehicle at Road Ranger Thursday

Friday, June 5 by Jc Tinsley

Update as of 6/5/26 at 11:15am White County Coroner Chris Marsh has been able to identify the man found dead after more than a week at Road Ranger in Grayville. Marsh says the man has been identified as Mark Willoughby of Evansville, Indiana. The preliminary... Read More.

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Enfield Tackles Sunday Liquor Sales, Contracts with Grant Writer in hopes of Future Funding

Tensions Continue in Crossville as Pair of Residents Raise Concerns; Trustees Agree to Road Use Agreement, Petroleum Prices Cause Oil and Chip Funds Amendment

Village Board Meeting Highlights Community Investment and Debate Over Sunday Liquor Sales

Carmi Woman Arrested Monday Night

Kuykendall Gets Plea Deal

McLeansboro Man Wanted Out of Three Counties

Hamilton Memorial Hospital Announces New Chief Nursing Officer and Chief Clinical Officer

Autopsy Results Released in Shipley Street Death Investigation

Duvall Due in Court Friday Morning Following Probation Violation Arrest Thursday

Update: Death Investigation Underway; Autopsy Scheduled for this Morning after Dead Man Found inside Vehicle at Road Ranger Thursday

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