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Open Line ON DEMAND – Friends of the Carmi Public Library

Friday, November 21 by Jc Tinsley

The annual pecan sale fundraiser is underway. On this edition of Open Line, we visit with Librarian Gayle Lane and Mary Ann Bax with Friends of the Library. Listen in to learn more about the library, how it serves the community, opportunities, the impact,... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – November 21, 2025

Friday, November 21 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports Recap The Carmi-White County Girls Basketball team defeated Lawrenceville last night on the road by a final score of 54-21. Addi Elliot led the Lady Bulldogs in scoring with 16 points. Caroline Simmons & Torrie Rider each scored 15. Natalie Goemaat scored 4 points. Eva... Read More.

Carmi Council Hears Credit Card Processing Fee Savings Pitches from Local Banks

Thursday, November 20 by Jc Tinsley

Leaders with the City of Carmi heard presentations from all four local bank representatives Thursday morning as they continue to grapple with getting a handle on growing credit card fees. There was progress in that information was shared from Payroc through Banterra Bank, Clover... Read More.

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Off with Her Head!!! Cast and Crew Prepare for Disney’s Alice in Wonderland Jr.

Thursday, November 20 by Jc Tinsley

Things are getting curiouser and curiouser as we tip toe closer to the Carmi-White County Drama Department’s Fall production. Mad Hatters, White Rabbits, and Cheshire Cats are all welcome as the students put on Alice in Wonderland Jr. this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in... Read More.

White County Board Considers Flock Cameras; Tables Moving Carmi Voting; Passes 24% Raise Over 3 Year FOP Contract

Thursday, November 20 by Jc Tinsley

Following what turned out to be a 50 minute public hearing for truth in taxation, county board members moved on to their regular meeting. Among the topics discussed and moved on besides approval of the fiscal year 2026 budget, appropriations, and tax levy were... Read More.

Property Taxes Going Up in White County; Dozens Turn Out for Truth in Taxation

Thursday, November 20 by Jc Tinsley

Without a property tax increase, White County would have to cut $400,000 from programs, services, and people. That’s what we learned at Wednesday night’s Truth in Taxation hearing. Somewhere in the neighborhood of three dozen folks showed up specifically for the hearing. A dozen... Read More.

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Hall Sentenced to 21 months for Defrauding Government; Duping Congregation

Wednesday, November 19 by Jc Tinsley

Justice was served Wednesday afternoon in federal court as Terry Hall learned his sentence for defrauding the government and duping his congregation at Turning Point Church of God in McLeansboro. Hall will serve up to 21 months behind bars and is on the hook... Read More.

White County Economic Development Group Launches Prosperity Fund

Wednesday, November 19 by Jc Tinsley

Only three of the original eight members of the White County Economic Development Fund are still with the organization, but the group continues its work and is now looking to put some money where its mouth is. On the committee now are Caleb Hughes,... Read More.

Crossville Residents Could Win $50 Off Utility Bills as Christmas Present from Leaders

Wednesday, November 19 by Jc Tinsley

Twenty random Crossville residents are getting a Christmas present from the village. Tuesday night, Mayor Rick Kuykendall said he wanted to give back and said with money set aside for donations, he’d like to see the village give twenty random utility customers a $50... Read More.

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Township Attorney Says Rebid Required; Puts Ball Back in Court of McEwing on Wife Pay Request

Wednesday, November 19 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Township officials met for about an hour Tuesday and spent most of their time getting a lesson in procedures and duties of the highway commissioner from township legal counsel Greg Stewart. There were two main issues. One being a bid for a salt... Read More.

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Open Line ON DEMAND – Friends of the Carmi Public Library

Local Sports Recap – November 21, 2025

Carmi Council Hears Credit Card Processing Fee Savings Pitches from Local Banks

Off with Her Head!!! Cast and Crew Prepare for Disney’s Alice in Wonderland Jr.

White County Board Considers Flock Cameras; Tables Moving Carmi Voting; Passes 24% Raise Over 3 Year FOP Contract

Property Taxes Going Up in White County; Dozens Turn Out for Truth in Taxation

Hall Sentenced to 21 months for Defrauding Government; Duping Congregation

Crossville Residents Could Win $50 Off Utility Bills as Christmas Present from Leaders

Township Attorney Says Rebid Required; Puts Ball Back in Court of McEwing on Wife Pay Request

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