Local News

Browning Behind Bars on Third Trespassing Arrest in just over 8 Months

Friday, June 21 by Jc Tinsley

A Carmi man with a history of alleged trespassing is back behind bars this morning on fresh charges. 47-year-old William Browning is lodged in the White County Jail awaiting a hearing in White County court after Carmi Police arrested him at 2:07am Friday. The... Read More.

Carmi License Branch Slated to Close; Officials Racing to Find Solution

Thursday, June 20 by Jc Tinsley

Representative Dave Severin confirms as of now, the Carmi DMV branch is set to close next Wednesday. He and colleagues are working hard to make sure that either doesn’t happen or that a new location can be found in Carmi. According to Severin, the... Read More.

FMH FOUNDATION GOLF SCRAMBLE AUGUST 2nd

Thursday, June 20 by Nicole Behnke

Fairfield Memorial Hospital Foundation is gearing up for their upcoming 19th Annual Golf Scramble to be held on Friday, August 2nd. These events help to raise funds to support services, programs, and state-of-the-art medical equipment needs of the hospital.The Golf Scramble is being held... Read More.

Carmi League Putting Final Touches on Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat; Premieres this Weekend

Thursday, June 20 by Jc Tinsley

It was 2001 and performances were scheduled for September 14th, 15th, and 16th. Cast and crew had worked hard to prepare for a showing of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. And then September 11th happened. As many will remember, it took some people... Read More.

The McLeansboro City Council Talks Sewer, Library Repairs, and More

Thursday, June 20 by Nicole Behnke

McLeansboro City Council met Tuesday night for just over an hour for their regular monthly meeting. Scott Mareing was there and has this report…Sean Klingner of Klingner and Associates spoke to the board members about the sewer project. They have maps of and a... Read More.

Pinkney Arrested on Domestic Battery Charges; Terrell Signs Criminal Damage Complaint

Thursday, June 20 by Jc Tinsley

A Carmi woman is waking up behind bars in the White County Jail after Carmi Police arrested her on Domestic Battery charges late Wednesday night. 35-year-old Nicole Pinkney of 808 West Sycamore was arrested just before midnight at her home after authorities were called. ... Read More.

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Accident with Bicyclist Wednesday Sends Woman to Hospital via Air Evac

Wednesday, June 19 by Jc Tinsley

One person is in an Evansville hospital dealing with injuries sustained in a car/bicycle accident that happened Wednesday afternoon. Authorities say the bicyclist, a woman, was hit by the vehicle near the intersection of Third and Fackney and was subsequently air lifted to Deaconess... Read More.

Council Gets Audit Report for 2023; Casey’s Annexed into City Limits; Formal Response Coming Regarding Concerns Raised by Council and Citizens

Wednesday, June 19 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi City Council approved the annual financial report and independent audit Tuesday evening. Arlynne Davis, co-owner at Botsch & Associates and managing audit member of the firm provided the report and while she says the financial statements for calendar year ending December 31,... Read More.

Open Line – This Is For You 2024

Wednesday, June 19 by Jc Tinsley

This is for You, a free community event, started 5 years ago. Rene Hardy stops by for a chat with Jc about the genesis of the event, how it's grown, and what to expect this Saturday at Bradshaw Park in Carmi from 1 -... Read More.

Walk With a Doc June 22nd

Tuesday, June 18 by Nicole Behnke

(McLeansboro, IL) – Hamilton Memorial Hospital is encouraging Hamilton County residents to take a step toward better health with Walk with a Doc, a health program that brings doctors and patients together for an enjoyable morning of movement.Join Dr. Brian Sloan on Saturday June 22 at... Read More.