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Open Line ON DEMAND – Carmi PD Jr Police Academy

Tuesday, June 2 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police Chief Jason Carter drops by Open Line to talk about the department's newest community engagement initiative, the Carmi Junior Police Academy coming July 6-10. Listen in for details on what youngsters age 12 - 17 will get an opportunity to experience and... Read More.

Sheriffs Deputies Make Two Warrant Arrests Monday into Early Tuesday

Tuesday, June 2 by Jc Tinsley

White County Sheriffs authorities made a pair of warrant arrests Monday. The first, at about a quarter before 2pm, happened in Crossville on Elliott Street. A deputy says he was there in reference to a follow up and warrant check. Law enforcement made... Read More.

Travelstead Sentenced for One Charge in White County Court

Monday, June 1 by Nicole Behnke

In White County Court news, only one individual pleaded guilty and was sentenced. 47-year-old Maranda Travelstead entered into a plea agreement with State's Attorney Chris Neal. Travelstead pled guilty to her March 2026 case of Possession of Methamphetamine. She was ordered to serve two years... Read More.

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Southern Illinois Natives Reach National Audience with Independent Feature Film

Monday, June 1 by Jc Tinsley

What started as a dream between two brothers in Southern Illinois has grown into a nationally released feature film. Brothers Kyler and Kaleb Cook, who grew up in Eldorado and attended both Southeastern Illinois College and Southern Illinois University Carbondale, recently released their first feature... Read More.

Martinez, Page Arrested by Carmi PD Sunday

Monday, June 1 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police ended up with two catch and release situations Sunday. The first involved an Evansville man just after 1:15am pulled over for a driving with suspended registration due to insurance violation. The officer stopped 25-year-old Moses Lorenzo-Martinez on Main at Church Street... Read More.

The Refuge at Trinity Assembly of God Hosts Banquet Launching New Resource Addressing Homelessness

Monday, June 1 by Jc Tinsley

Spend enough time on social media and you’ll find plenty of folks talking the talk. Look around at what’s happening and you might find a disconnect in walking the walk. A local church in Carmi is stepping up to “be about it” however and... Read More.

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Local Sports Recap – May 29, 2026

Friday, May 29 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports Recap The Carmi-White County Baseball team will face Benton tomorrow morning in the IHSA 2A Mt. Carmel Regional Championship Game. Benton upset Mt. Carmel yesterday by a final score of 9-7. The Bulldogs and Rangers did square off earlier this season, but only for... Read More.

Slay Queen! Pageant winner Laney York Recaps Reign as Organization Prepares for 2026 Crowning

Thursday, May 28 by Jc Tinsley

Whether anyone realizes it or not, the White County Fair Pageant organization has turned into a juggernaut and it’s all founded on community support and successful women familiar with the feeling of a crown on her head. Laney York is the latest winner of... Read More.

Bertram Gets Plea Deal in White County Court

Thursday, May 28 by Nicole Behnke

A Crossville man faces a sentencing hearing in August, but thanks to a plea agreement, he will be charged with only three offenses, while an array of cases with multiple charges are being dismissed. On Thursday in White County court, 46-year-old Walter Bertram entered into... Read More.

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Man with Active Jasper County Warrant Awaiting Extradition following Overnight Arrest

Thursday, May 28 by Jc Tinsley

A Crossville man, formerly of Newton is behind bars in Carmi awaiting extradition to Jasper County following his arrest overnight. A White County Sheriff’s deputy says he was alerted just before 1am that a wanted individual was at a home in Crossville. Upon arrival... Read More.

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Open Line ON DEMAND – Carmi PD Jr Police Academy

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Travelstead Sentenced for One Charge in White County Court

Southern Illinois Natives Reach National Audience with Independent Feature Film

Martinez, Page Arrested by Carmi PD Sunday

The Refuge at Trinity Assembly of God Hosts Banquet Launching New Resource Addressing Homelessness

Local Sports Recap – May 29, 2026

Slay Queen! Pageant winner Laney York Recaps Reign as Organization Prepares for 2026 Crowning

Bertram Gets Plea Deal in White County Court

Man with Active Jasper County Warrant Awaiting Extradition following Overnight Arrest

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