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Two Arrested Monday by WCSD

Tuesday, February 3 by Nicole Behnke

On Monday, a White County Sheriff Deputy responded to the Probation Office after receiving a report that an individual had admitted to drug use there. Justin Nelson informed his probation officer on Monday that he had used drugs, thereby violating the terms of his probation. Nelson,... Read More.

Welch Arrested Monday Night

Tuesday, February 3 by Nicole Behnke

A Cleveland, Tennessee, resident was arrested by Carmi Police on Monday night. Ethel Welch was stopped a little after 10 pm for having no running headlights or taillights, and the officer arrested Welch for Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol and issued a citation for... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND – White County CEO 2026

Tuesday, February 3 by Jc Tinsley

The White County CEO Program is gearing up for their Class Project, Lingo of Love. In this episode of Open Line ON DEMAND, Jc sits down with CFO Braylon Phillips, and class CEO Lathan Erwin for a deeper dive into the program itself, what... Read More.

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New Meeting Date, Four Storm Sirens, and More for Village of Norris City

Tuesday, February 3 by Nicole Behnke

The Norris City Village Board met Monday night for what would turn out to be the last time the board would meet on the First Monday of each month. Scott Mareing was there for this one hour plus meeting, which also had a plot... Read More.

Public Notice: Invitation to Bid – White County Highway Department

Tuesday, February 3 by Jc Tinsley

Invitation to Bid The various departments of the White County Government, White County, Illinois, will receive sealed bids for gasoline and diesel fuel for the year beginning March 1, 2026 and ending February 28, 2027. All fuel tanks are located at the fuel yards located... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – February 3, 2025

Tuesday, February 3 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports Recap The Carmi-White County Girls Basketball team fell to Hamilton County on the road last night by a final score of 53-40. The Lady Bulldogs fall to 14-8 on the year and 5-3 in the Black Diamond Conference. Carmi will host Mt. Carmel... Read More.

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White County Court News – Monday, Feb 2nd

Monday, February 2 by Jc Tinsley

In court news Monday, 29-year-old Lonnie Duvall of Carmi agreed to a plea deal that will allow him probation for two years, 30 hours of community service, a fine, and drug treatment in lieu of a jail sentence. Duvall was charged with Meth Possession... Read More.

Warrant Served on Inmate

Monday, February 2 by Nicole Behnke

A White County Jail inmate was served with a White County warrant on Friday morning. Bradly Cummins was incarcerated at the Jail for a separate case when he was handed the White County warrant. The warrant is based on a Residential Burglary charge.

Open Line ON DEMAND – Carmi Chamber of Commerce with Southeastern Illinois College and SBDC

Monday, February 2 by Jc Tinsley

Lori Cox from Southeastern Illinois College and the Small Business Development Center drops by with Carmi Chamber of Commerce President Luke Sailer for this Open Line. The organizations are partnering together for some upcoming opportunities designed to help prospective, fledgling, and soaring businesses. Learn... Read More.

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Broughton Woman Arrested on Theft Charge Friday Morning in Carmi

Monday, February 2 by Jc Tinsley

A rural Hamilton County woman is due in White County court following her arrest Friday morning in Carmi. Police say 22-year-old Abigail Buttry of Broughton was caught stealing at Wal-Mart just after 10:30. She was arrested, booked and released on a Retail Theft charge... Read More.

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Two Arrested Monday by WCSD

Welch Arrested Monday Night

Open Line ON DEMAND – White County CEO 2026

New Meeting Date, Four Storm Sirens, and More for Village of Norris City

Public Notice: Invitation to Bid – White County Highway Department

Local Sports Recap – February 3, 2025

White County Court News – Monday, Feb 2nd

Warrant Served on Inmate

Open Line ON DEMAND – Carmi Chamber of Commerce with Southeastern Illinois College and SBDC

Broughton Woman Arrested on Theft Charge Friday Morning in Carmi

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