Three Arrested For Drug Possession Following Traffic Stop

Monday, January 9 by WROY-WRUL News

A McLeansboro man is being held in the White County Jail after he and two others were arrested following a traffic stop on Friday afternoon. An officer with the Carmi Police Department stopped a vehicle at Hillsdale and Stewart Street and found the driver... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND – City Wide 2023

Monday, January 9 by Jc Tinsley

In this episode of Open Line ON DEMAND, Jc sits down with Youth Pastors, Katharine Stewart, Andy Hannaford, and Shane Frederick to discuss the upcoming City Wide Youth Night coming up on January 22nd at the 404 Seed Station in Carmi. It starts at... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – January 9, 2022

Monday, January 9 by Cole Carter

The Carmi-White County Boys basketball team picked up two big wins over the weekend, defeating Eldorado 56-27 on Friday and Evansville Day School 66-52 on Saturday. The Bulldogs are now 11-4 on the season and 3-0 in the Black Diamond Conference. They will host... Read More.

House advances assault weapon ban, Senate giving it ‘extensive review’

Friday, January 6 by Blake Seely

Story courtesy of Capitol News IllinoisA bill that would ban the sale and manufacture of assault weapons in Illinois advanced out of the state House on Thursday and now awaits action in the Senate.The bill was prompted in large part by the July 4... Read More.

Enfield Village Board to Meet January 10th

Friday, January 6 by Blake Seely

The Enfield Village Board monthly meeting to be held at 7 PM Tuesday January 10th will include an executive session to discuss employee compensation, animal control compensation, and Officer Mark Worlds’ worked hours including insurance. Executive Sessions may be moved to any position on... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – January 6, 2023

Friday, January 6 by Cole Carter

Last night the Carmi-White County girls basketball team fell at home to Edwards County by a final score of 59-46. Mara Serfini led the Lady Bulldogs in scoring with 16 points. Caroline Simmons scored 10, Lily Pollard scored 9, Shemaine Lovell scored 7 and... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND – Helen Short Celebrates 98 Years

Friday, January 6 by Jc Tinsley

Join us for a special Open Line as Jc sits down with Helen Short at her Wabash Christian Supportive Living apartment. She's celebrating her 98th birthday on Saturday, January 7th. Residential Services Director Cathleen Garner tells us, "Helen is a doll. She's been with... Read More.

Official Court Reporter Katie Schroeder Honored for Distinguished Career

Friday, January 6 by Blake Seely

The Second Judicial Circuit is proud to recognize former Official Court Reporter, Katie Schroeder for her distinguished career spanning 26 years of service to the Second Judicial Circuit. Reporter Schroeder officially retired at the end of 2022, serving her last day in Court on December 30.... Read More.

Biggerstaff Arrested on Multiple Warrants for Child Grooming

Friday, January 6 by Blake Seely

In September 2022, the Benton Police Department received information from a juvenile claiming to be the target of some form of sexual exploitation. Officers handling the complaint in Benton contacted Detectives from the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office and a coordinated investigation begun. The investigation... Read More.

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Pivot and Evolve – A Success Story for Higginson and La D Da

Friday, January 6 by Jc Tinsley

The Higginson family farm has been in operation since 1872 and while many things have changed in 150 years, it’s been the family’s ability to adapt, welcome in others, and partner together that’s driven success. What began as a cattle and pig outfit, Higginson’s... Read More.