Local News

Open Line ON DEMAND – Carmi Chamber Member of the Month – Pundrakes

Monday, June 7 by Jc Tinsley

In this episode of Open Line ON DEMAND, Jc sits down with Chamber Executive Director Kelly Northcott and Member of the Month representative, Jasea Wall. They discuss the women and locally owned convenience store and gas station as well as upcoming Chamber functions. Read More.

Williams and Keown Arrested; Facing Laundry List of Charges

Monday, June 7 by Jc Tinsley

A Carmi man and woman are behind bars following their arrest at Pundrakes in Carmi Friday morning. Carmi Police say they spotted the pair in a vehicle at the gas station and have arrested them on a laundry list of charges. 33 year old... Read More.

One Niter Features Carmi’s Most Creative and Talented Over the Weekend

Monday, June 7 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi was hopping from the east end to the west and through the heart of downtown Saturday. NRA Day took place on the east end of town at the Carmi Rifle Club; Carmi rummage sales had money exchanging hands for goods throughout the... Read More.

CWCHS Baseball and Softball Seasons Come to an End

Monday, June 7 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi White County baseball and softball seasons came to a close Friday and Saturday. Benton ended the baseball team’s season handing the Bulldogs a 13-1 loss. Three pitchers combined in the effort for CWCHS, each pitching in an inning and a third apiece. ... Read More.

Carmi Rotary Learns About Upcoming American Legion Baseball Season from Coach Pat Stewart

Friday, June 4 by Jc Tinsley

At Thursday’s meeting of the Carmi Rotary club American Legion baseball coach Pat Stewart was on hand to tell the club about the upcoming season.Pat told the Rotarians that the first game of the season is scheduled for next Wednesday, but everything depends on... Read More.

Carmi Man with History of Meth Charges Behind Bars Again

Friday, June 4 by Jc Tinsley

A Carmi man with a history of meth charges is behind bars again in White County. Carmi Police took 29 year old Daniel Desper of Summit Street into custody and he’s facing a handful of new charges including meth possession. Law enforcement say they... Read More.

Bulldogs Baseball Victorious in Regional Opener Thursday Evening

Friday, June 4 by Jc Tinsley

Coach Justin Simmons’ Carmi-White County Bulldog baseball team is advancing to play Benton in regional action. Weather delayed the Bulldogs matchup with Johnston City Wednesday and the game was moved away from Eckerle Park to Harrisburg. Devin Rankin pitched 4 and 2/3 innings giving... Read More.

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.