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Local Sports Recap – October 14, 2026

Wednesday, October 14 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports Recap The Carmi-White County Volleyball team defeated Cisne last night on the road in three sets; 26-28, 25-22, and 25-20. The Lady Bulldogs improve to 25-7 on the year. They will host Fairfield tomorrow night for a Black Diamond Conference match. Fans can... Read More.

Aggravated Battery for Two Men; Warrant Arrest for Another

Tuesday, October 13 by Nicole Behnke

Carmi Police officers responded to a 911 call Sunday morning at a residence on Oak Street. Once officers arrived, 33-year-old Robert Forester and 49-year-old Ricky Starnes were both arrested, and each is facing a charge of Aggravated Battery in a Public Place. During court on Tuesday,... Read More.

An Interim Mayor for Carmi Has Been Selected

Tuesday, October 13 by Nicole Behnke

This morning, at a special meeting of the Carmi City Council, Alderpersons unanimously selected Doug Hays as acting Mayor of Carmi. Just a week ago, Bill Stendeback announced his immediate resignation as the Mayor of Carmi. With no public discussion as to why, council members... Read More.

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Local Sports Recap – October 12, 2026

Monday, October 12 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports Recap The Carmi-White County Football team defeated Edwards County on Friday night by a final score of 72-12. The Bulldogs were led on offense by Jazz Duckworth who ran for a career-high 153 yards and two touchdowns. Cooper Hill added 90 yards and... Read More.

Stats From CWC’s 72-12 Win Over Edwards County

Sunday, October 11 by Cole Carter

Final Score: Carmi-White County (4-4) 72, Edwards County (1-7) 12 Stats courtesy of Toby Brown & crew: SCORING PLAYS: 9:32 1st Q - Cooper Hill 13-yard run (Jazz Duckworth run) | 8-0 CWC 3:29 1st Q - Brodie Dardeen 4-yard run (pass failed) | 8-6 CWC 0:52 1st Q... Read More.

Road Closures and Detours for the Corn Day Festivities

Friday, October 9 by Nicole Behnke

Carmi Kiwanis Corn Days 2026 is HERE! With that comes some Road Closures and traffic detour patterns to allow for safe travels for through traffic and pedestrians. Church St. between Main and the alley south of Robinson St and Robinson between First Mid Bank... Read More.

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Open Line – 2026 Business of the Year and Chamber Member of the Month, Carmi Family Dental

Friday, October 9 by Nicole Behnke

With Corn Day literally around the corner, Nicole had the chance to sit down and catch up with the 2026 Carmi Chamber Business of the Year Carmi Family Dental and the new Member of the Month. Kelsey McCormick, Operations Manager at Carmi Family Dental,... Read More.

Gridiron Preview: Win & In

Thursday, October 8 by Cole Carter

The Carmi-White County Bulldogs will hit the road Friday night as they travel to Albion to take on the Edwards County Lions in Week 8 of the IHSA football season. The Bulldogs are riding a two-game winning streak and have played some of their best... Read More.

Open Line – 2026 Corn Day Queen and King Contestants with Retiring 2025 Corn Day Queen Johannah Zieren

Thursday, October 8 by Nicole Behnke

With Corn Day just days away, that means it's time to crown a new Corn Queen and King! In this episode of Open line, we meet one of two boys competing for the King title and six girls vying to be the new Corn... Read More.

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Open Line ON DEMAND – Norris City Chamber of Commerce – October 2026

Wednesday, October 7 by Nicole Behnke

On today's episode, Nicole sits down with Cande Mitchell from the Norris City Chamber and Mark Cozart of the Member of the Month, Rice Motor Company. Learn more about Rice Motors, the upcoming Chamber Boo Bash, and even upcoming holiday events. Read More.

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Local Sports Recap – October 14, 2026

Aggravated Battery for Two Men; Warrant Arrest for Another

An Interim Mayor for Carmi Has Been Selected

Local Sports Recap – October 12, 2026

Stats From CWC’s 72-12 Win Over Edwards County

Road Closures and Detours for the Corn Day Festivities

Open Line – 2026 Business of the Year and Chamber Member of the Month, Carmi Family Dental

Gridiron Preview: Win & In

Open Line – 2026 Corn Day Queen and King Contestants with Retiring 2025 Corn Day Queen Johannah Zieren

Open Line ON DEMAND – Norris City Chamber of Commerce – October 2026

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