Local News
Vicious Dog on the Loose in Norris City; More from June Village Board Meeting
Story courtesy of Scott Mareing for TOC-Carmi News (WROY/WRUL)
The lowest of the three bids for the Water Main Replacement Project was from Wiggs Excavating in Benton in the amount of $707,512.50, subject to approval by the Illinois EPA. The paperwork will be sent off to... Read More.
Illinois and Indiana Bridge Authorities Coming Together for Joint Meeting This Week
It’s been over 9 years since the New Harmony bridge was closed to traffic. Officials are working to find a way to get the span re-opened in some capacity. A joint meeting of the Illinois and Indiana Bridge Authorities is planned for later this... Read More.
We Love White County Wins Grant from Welborn Baptist Foundation
A White County non profit is among 31 organizations winning grants from the Welborn Baptist Foundation. Abbey Gholson and Alex Aud were on hand recently to receive the grant on behalf of We Love White County. Welborn is investing more than $2.6 million dollars... Read More.
Fair Queen Pageant Coordinator Invites Participants to Informational Meeting Monday
With Illinois State County Fair Queen Kelsi Kessler heading out to make visits at county fairs throughout the state, it’s time to start planning for who will follow in her footsteps at the local county fair. Pageant coordinator Hannah Sailer is reminding local young... Read More.
Sharon Bowman Replaces Dale Biggerstaff at McLeansboro City Council Meeting Tuesday
Recap courtesy of Scott Mareing for TOC-Carmi News (WROY/WRUL)
The resignation of Ward 3 Alderman Dale Biggerstaff was approved as he accepted a new job in Brentwood, Tennessee. Speaking by phone, he apologized for resigning so abruptly, but it was an opportunity he couldn’t pass up. Biggerstaff... Read More.
Carmi Police Take Multiple Theft Reports Monday
A Carmi man signed a police complaint for identity theft Monday night. 47 year old Kevin Bowers tells Carmi PD that someone took over his identity on the social media platforms facebook and also WhatsApp. Bowers provided law enforcement photos of messages he says... Read More.
Carmi Police Urging Public to Be on Lookout for Older Male Suspected of Solicitation
Carmi Police are urging the public to be vigilant after a Carmi teenager says an older man in a silverish/gray SUV approached her and potentially solicited a sex act. The intended victim says she was invited into his vehicle and told she would be... Read More.
Hamilton Memorial Hospital District’s Laboratory awarded Continued Accreditation from The Joint Commission
Hamilton Memorial Hospital District’s (HMHD) Laboratory has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a health care organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient... Read More.