Local News

Carmi Police Chief Talks Law Enforcement Challenges, Recruitment, and More

Friday, June 4 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police Chief Jason Carter says it’s been a whirlwind of a year for law enforcement and himself specifically. He recently celebrated 20 years of marriage to his wife Amber. It goes without saying Carter has a demanding job. His wife is a registered... Read More.

Gholson Tells Kiwanis About Pickleball Goals Thursday

Friday, June 4 by Jc Tinsley

Pickleball was created back in 1965 and is attributed to three fathers whose kids were bored with the usual summertime activities for creation of the game. It’s taken some 55 years, but the sport is now actively sweeping the nation and locals are getting... Read More.

ISP Correct Mistake from Recent Traffic Crash in Indian Creek Township

Friday, June 4 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police are admitting an error they made in a recent traffic crash in Indian Creek Township. A release originally indicated that an accident involving a semi and a pickup resulted in a slew citations for the driver of Whetstone Trucking, 29 year... Read More.

Horizon Health Care Celebrates One Year Anniversary with Ribbon Cutting and Cookout

Friday, June 4 by Jc Tinsley

A year ago, Fairfield Memorial Hospital quietly opened Horizon Healthcare in Carmi. The pandemic was really taking hold locally at that point and therefore, no fanfare was held. The most folks probably noticed was the CoViD-19 screening tent that showed up. With the virus... Read More.

Carmi Woman Arrested on Meth Charges Wednesday

Thursday, June 3 by Jc Tinsley

41 year old Sarah Taylor of Carmi is behind bars at the White County Jail following her arrest Wednesday at Pundrakes. Carmi Police say they observed Taylor in a silver Dodge driving on Stewart Street and say they knew the vehicle had a suspended... Read More.

Norris City Village Board Set to Gather Monday

Thursday, June 3 by Jc Tinsley

Norris City has a new leader. Mayor Charles “Skip” Land will preside over his first full village board meeting on Monday, June 7th at city hall. Amanda Holman will appear before the board for a TIF request. Krystal Guard is also on the agenda. ... Read More.

Live from Carmi, it’s Saturday Niiiiiiiiiiiiight!!!! One Niter

Thursday, June 3 by Jc Tinsley

Live from Carmi, it’s Saturday Night! The CWCHS Music Department and the Carmi League of Arts are joining together to present this year’s One Niter on Saturday, June 5th at 7pm in the CWCHS Auditorium. The One Niter is a variety show of skits and musical... Read More.

Wabash County Crime Stoppers Looking for Stolen ATV

Thursday, June 3 by Jc Tinsley

Wabash County Crimestoppers are asking for the public’s help in tracking down a green 2012 Honda Foreman ATV with a sprayer still attached. Law enforcement say the 4 wheeler was taken from the 800 block of Westover in Mt. Carmel. There’s a $300 reward... Read More.

Johnson Invites Community to Cherry Street Food Pantry Today 9a – 11a

Thursday, June 3 by Jc Tinsley

It’s the first Thursday of the month. That means it’s an opportunity for folks to drop in the Cherry Street Food Pantry from 9am to 11. The pantry’s leader, Keith Johnson says they currently have a wide variety of food items and goes beyond... Read More.

Senator Bailey Reflects on Spring Legislative Session; Not Happy

Thursday, June 3 by Jc Tinsley

Now that the spring session is over for lawmakers, Senator Darren Bailey is looking back on the last five months. And he’s not happy.He says this legislative session has damaged the state from remapping the Illinois Supreme Court to the budget which he says... Read More.