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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.

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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.

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Horizon Health Care Celebrates One Year Anniversary with Ribbon Cutting and Cookout

Friday, June 4 by Jc Tinsley

A year ago, Fairfield Memorial Hospital quietly opened Horizon Healthcare in Carmi. The pandemic was really taking hold locally at that point and therefore, no fanfare was held. The most folks probably noticed was the CoViD-19 screening tent that showed up. With the virus... Read More.

Carmi Woman Arrested on Meth Charges Wednesday

Thursday, June 3 by Jc Tinsley

41 year old Sarah Taylor of Carmi is behind bars at the White County Jail following her arrest Wednesday at Pundrakes. Carmi Police say they observed Taylor in a silver Dodge driving on Stewart Street and say they knew the vehicle had a suspended... Read More.

Norris City Village Board Set to Gather Monday

Thursday, June 3 by Jc Tinsley

Norris City has a new leader. Mayor Charles “Skip” Land will preside over his first full village board meeting on Monday, June 7th at city hall. Amanda Holman will appear before the board for a TIF request. Krystal Guard is also on the agenda. ... Read More.

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Live from Carmi, it’s Saturday Niiiiiiiiiiiiight!!!! One Niter

Thursday, June 3 by Jc Tinsley

Live from Carmi, it’s Saturday Night! The CWCHS Music Department and the Carmi League of Arts are joining together to present this year’s One Niter on Saturday, June 5th at 7pm in the CWCHS Auditorium. The One Niter is a variety show of skits and musical... Read More.

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

Carmi Man with History of Meth Charges Behind Bars Again

Bulldogs Baseball Victorious in Regional Opener Thursday Evening

Carmi Police Chief Talks Law Enforcement Challenges, Recruitment, and More

Gholson Tells Kiwanis About Pickleball Goals Thursday

ISP Correct Mistake from Recent Traffic Crash in Indian Creek Township

Horizon Health Care Celebrates One Year Anniversary with Ribbon Cutting and Cookout

Carmi Woman Arrested on Meth Charges Wednesday

Norris City Village Board Set to Gather Monday

Live from Carmi, it’s Saturday Niiiiiiiiiiiiight!!!! One Niter

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