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Senator Bailey Opposes Teacher Mentor Bill

Friday, April 30 by Jc Tinsley

Story/audio courtesy of IRN...The Illinois Senate has passed a bill which establishes a teacher and principal mentoring program. The bill’s sponsor, Senator Kimberly Lightford says the goal of the legislation is to make an investment in high-quality mentoring and induction for new teachers and... Read More.

Georgia Man Cited Following Thursday ATV Accident in Burnt Prairie

Friday, April 30 by Jc Tinsley

A 40 year old Georgia man may have the worst hangover of his life today after after an ATV crash in rural Burnt Prairie yesterday afternoon. Illinois State Police say 40 year old Joel Resenbeck of Waverly Hall, Georgia was injured with non life... Read More.

Carmi Rotary Club Visited by District Foundation Director Thursday

Friday, April 30 by Jc Tinsley

Thursday’s meeting of the Carmi Rotary club featured a presentation by the Rotary District Foundation Director, Janice Alka from the Mt. Carmel club. Janice is a seasoned veteran of Rotary, having served as a district governor in the past as well as being a... Read More.

Wabash General Hospital Receives the 2021 Women’s Choice Award® as one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Patient Experience

Friday, April 30 by Jc Tinsley

Wabash General Hospital has been named one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Patient Experience by the Women’s Choice Award®, America’s trusted referral source for the best in healthcare. The award signifies that Wabash General Hospital has been ranked within the top 100... Read More.

Unit 5 School Board to Seat/Elect Officers at Monday Meeting

Friday, April 30 by Jc Tinsley

Leaders at Carmi White County Unit 5 will gather for their May meeting this Monday, May 3rd in the cafeteria of the Jr/Sr High School. The monthly get-together will get underway with business at 7pm. Scott Mareing will have the meeting covered for WROY/WRUL... Read More.

Hydrant Flushing Season Coming Soon

Friday, April 30 by Jc Tinsley

City of Carmi workers will be working during off peak hours soon to begin regular hydrant flushing. Residents of the city can expect the flushing to occur between the hours of 1am and 5am beginning Monday, May 10th. During the subsequent 6 weeks Tuesdays... Read More.

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White County Sheriff’s Authorities Respond to Maunie and Enfield

Friday, April 30 by Jc Tinsley

Neighbors in Maunie got into it late Tuesday night over an electrical box according to the White County Sheriff’s Department. A deputy was dispatched to the area just before midnight when 30 year old Charley Buchanan called authorities saying there was a small group... Read More.

Carmi Police Make Multiple Arrests Thursday in Less than an Hour

Friday, April 30 by Jc Tinsley

It was a busy Thursday morning for Carmi Police with multiple arrests in about a 45 minute period. The day began with a Carmi PD officer seeing 32 year old Larry Tyree of Sycamore driving along his street. Knowing Tyree was wanted on a... Read More.

SIC Archery Team Signs Bulldog

Thursday, April 29 by Jc Tinsley

Zach Wagner of Carmi pinned his intent to compete with the Southeastern Illinois College Falcon Archers for the 2021-22 year, starting this fall. Wagner competed with the Carmi White County Archery Team during his high school career. “The SIC Archery Team is getting a great addition... Read More.

Vaccination Opportunities Coming to Saline/Gallatin Counties Friday

Thursday, April 29 by Jc Tinsley

If you’re among the remaining 70% of Illinoisans who haven’t been vaccinated against CoViD-19 but want to, the Egyptian Health Department has announced a Walk In clinic to be held this Friday. Health officials will be in Carrier Mills and Galatia this Friday offering... Read More.