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Carmi Council Approves Corn Day Road Closure; Hires Assistant Animal Control

Monday, July 21 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi leaders started the week off with a special meeting called to handle some impending business Monday morning. The council gathered minus two absent council members, Greg Knight and Jeremy Courson at 8am. The first agenda item was to pass the annual resolution to temporarily... Read More.

Two Carmians Arrested Tuesday

Friday, July 18 by Nicole Behnke

The White County Sheriff's Department responded to a residence regarding the arrest of a male individual wanted on a White County warrant. Sheriff Weiss, a White County Sheriff Deputy and Sergeant, along with Carmi Police Chief Jason Carter, were at the residence on Shipley Street,... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND – Edwards County Fair 2025

Friday, July 18 by Jc Tinsley

Shad and Michelle, of the Edwards County Fair Bosrd, were prepared to talk all about the upcoming Edwards County Fair starting July 23rd-August 2nd. Check out our open line full of laughter, excitement, and fun talking about all the events that will take place at... Read More.

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Mitchell Preparing for Democrats in Red Event Tuesday Evening

Thursday, July 17 by Jc Tinsley

Swimming in a different kind of red sea, Nancy Mitchell, a Democrat and former near 20-year chairwoman of the local party says she’s working to let locals know they’re not alone, trying to build some grassroots support, and get back to talking to rural... Read More.

Hayes and Weber Give CASA Update at Kiwanis Thursday

Thursday, July 17 by Jc Tinsley

New to White County, but not the region, CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) began in Franklin County back in 1998. The program has grown by merging and now serves 11 counties in the region including Clay, Clinton, Effingham, Edwards, Fayette, Franklin, Hamilton, Jasper, Marion,... Read More.

Kiwanis Announces Theme for 96th Annual Corn Day Celebration

Thursday, July 17 by Jc Tinsley

Dust off those Jimi Hendrix and Janis Joplin records, start growing out your hair, dig out your bell bottoms, and start tie-dying your t shirts and hoodies. Carmi Kiwanis President Amanda Nelson says we have a theme for this year’s Corn Day festivities. With... Read More.

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More Insight into the Possibilities of the Future of the Former Enfield Rehabilitation

Thursday, July 17 by Nicole Behnke

The former Enfield Rehabilitation building was a significant topic of discussion at the White County Board meeting. White County Sheriff Jordan Weiss brought to the board's attention all the information he has regarding what is happening behind closed doors. The new owner of the building, Saiyd... Read More.

Norris City Fire; Others Receive Grant Funding

Thursday, July 17 by Jc Tinsley

Five local fire departments have been awarded more than $1.4 million collectively in grants through the Office of the State Fire Marshal. The awards are part of the inaugural Fire Station Construction and Rehabilitation Program allowing fire departments and fire protection districts to repair,... Read More.

NCOE School Board Gets Updates on Building Work; Preparations Continue for 2025/2026 School Year

Thursday, July 17 by Jc Tinsley

A brief meeting for the NCOE Unit 3 School Board Wednesday night mainly centered around updates and preparations for the school year. Superintendent Matt Vollman filled in board members on projects and delays, delays School Board President Matt McArthy says wouldn’t be a problem... Read More.

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Carmi City Council Approves Continuation of Local Grocery Tax, Leaders Thank City Workers Following Water Main Break

Wednesday, July 16 by Jc Tinsley

The City of Carmi will continue to tax groceries at 1% after January of 2026. That decision was made at Tuesday night’s City Council meeting. The city joins more than 200 other municipalities throughout the state who will keep the tax on consumers following... Read More.

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Carmi Council Approves Corn Day Road Closure; Hires Assistant Animal Control

Two Carmians Arrested Tuesday

Open Line ON DEMAND – Edwards County Fair 2025

Mitchell Preparing for Democrats in Red Event Tuesday Evening

Hayes and Weber Give CASA Update at Kiwanis Thursday

Kiwanis Announces Theme for 96th Annual Corn Day Celebration

More Insight into the Possibilities of the Future of the Former Enfield Rehabilitation

Norris City Fire; Others Receive Grant Funding

NCOE School Board Gets Updates on Building Work; Preparations Continue for 2025/2026 School Year

Carmi City Council Approves Continuation of Local Grocery Tax, Leaders Thank City Workers Following Water Main Break

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