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Page Jailed on FTA Ahead of Court Date; Carmi PD Make Three Other Weekend Arrests

Monday, August 25 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police ensured a local man wouldn’t miss his Monday morning court date by arresting him on a warrant Friday evening. Just before 6:30pm, officers arrested 27-year-old Nicholas Page at a home on Fackney. A felony warrant had been issued. Page is due in... Read More.

United Methodist Church Buys Billboard Space that Hosted Proud Boys Sign

Monday, August 25 by Jc Tinsley

By MOLLY PARKER Capitol News Illinois [email protected] Article Summary The regional Methodist Church conference in central and southern Illinois has purchased billboard space where a Proud Boys billboard once stood. The church’s message is designed to promote love and tolerance instead of hate and division. A... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – August 25, 2025

Monday, August 25 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports Recap The Carmi-White County Lady Bulldog Volleyball team will begin their season tonight at home against Mt. Carmel. The Lady Bulldogs are coming off the winningest season in CWC Volleyball history where they went 37-3, winning their second consecutive regional and sectional... Read More.

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Choate, Dennis, and Kittinger voted to CWCHS Sports Hall of Fame

Friday, August 22 by Cole Carter

By Toby Brown - CWCHS Hall of Fame historian & statistician. Three multi-sport standouts from the Class of 2006 will be the newest additions to the Carmi-White County Sports Hall of Fame. Under the leadership of new Chairman Cole Carter, the Hall of Fame Committee has... Read More.

Southern Illinois Republican Legislators Participate in Annual Regional Chamber Legislative Summit

Friday, August 22 by Jc Tinsley

On Thursday, Republican legislators representing Senate and Legislative districts in Southern Illinois joined with several local Chambers of Commerce for the annual Regional Chamber of Commerce Legislative Summit. State Senator Terri Bryant, State Representative Dave Severin, State Representative Patrick Windhorst, and State Representative Paul... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – August 22, 2025

Friday, August 22 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports Recap The Carmi-White County Boys & Girls Golf teams hosted Harrisburg, Gallatin County, and NCOE at the Carmi Country Club yesterday afternoon. The Bulldogs came away victorious with a team score of 160. Maxon O’Daniel was a medalist, shooting a 38. Gabe Winkleman shot a... Read More.

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It’s Time to Revamp the White County Animal Control

Thursday, August 21 by Nicole Behnke

The White County Board meeting on Wednesday night was a testament to the community's unwavering passion for animal welfare. The packed courtroom was a clear indication that the majority of those in attendance were there for one reason: to advocate for the dogs of... Read More.

Carmi Police Make Meth Arrest Late Wednesday

Thursday, August 21 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police arrested 38-year-old Nicholas Fessel after 11pm Wednesday night. Fessel, with addresses listed as Olney and Fairfield, was the passenger in a traffic stop and was allegedly found in possession of meth. Additionally, Fessel is charged with Unlawful Use of Property and Possession... Read More.

Carlson Jailed on FTA Warrant

Thursday, August 21 by Jc Tinsley

20-year-old Austin Carlson is behind bars at the White County Jail following his arrest Wednesday evening. Carmi Police pulled Carlson over near Janson Auto at 9:45pm. Carlson had a Failure to Appear warrant related to a Traffic Conviction in September of 2024. In that... Read More.

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Local Sports Recap – August 21, 2025

Thursday, August 21 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports Recap The Carmi-White County Boys & Girls Golf teams will be back in action today at the Carmi Country Club. The Bulldogs and Lady Bulldogs will host Harrisburg, Gallatin County, and NCOE. Tonight is the annual Fall Sports Preview at CWCHS. All fall... Read More.

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Page Jailed on FTA Ahead of Court Date; Carmi PD Make Three Other Weekend Arrests

United Methodist Church Buys Billboard Space that Hosted Proud Boys Sign

Local Sports Recap – August 25, 2025

Choate, Dennis, and Kittinger voted to CWCHS Sports Hall of Fame

Southern Illinois Republican Legislators Participate in Annual Regional Chamber Legislative Summit

Local Sports Recap – August 22, 2025

It’s Time to Revamp the White County Animal Control

Carmi Police Make Meth Arrest Late Wednesday

Carlson Jailed on FTA Warrant

Local Sports Recap – August 21, 2025

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