State Representative Bailey Weighs in on Immigration

Wednesday, July 24 by Jc Tinsley

There’s differing opinions on the messages being sent to migrants with two bills signed Tuesday in Chicago by Gov. J.B. Pritkzer.One measure Pritzker signed in Chicago Tuesday, House Bill 836, doubles the time allowed for short-term guardianship to two years for children whose parents... Read More.

Application Deadline Approaching for the Governor’s Hometown Awards

Wednesday, July 24 by Jc Tinsley

The Serve Illinois Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service (Serve Illinois) is now accepting applications for the Governor’s Hometown Awards (GHTA) program. GHTA gives formal recognition to those who contributed to projects that improved their community’s quality of life. These projects, sponsored by local... Read More.

Speed Awareness Day; Slow Down or Get Pulled Over

Wednesday, July 24 by Jc Tinsley

Today is Speed Awareness Day. Illinois State Police and other law enforcement agencies will be on Illinois roads aggressively enforcing speed limits. The goal is to reduce the number of crashes and fatalities police say is caused by speeding. ISP says in 2017, 42... Read More.

New Firefighter Training Aims to Make it Easier for Those Looking to Get into the Profession

Wednesday, July 24 by Jc Tinsley

A new course to become a firefighter in Illinois could make it easier for those looking to get into the profession. The office of the Illinois Fire Marshal said a new blended training program will allow firefighters to learn the classroom stuff online at... Read More.

Chandler Indiana Man Hides from Law Enforcement Under a Blanket; ;Unsuccessful

Wednesday, July 24 by Jc Tinsley

A blankie won’t save you from law enforcement when you’ve broken the law. 31 year old Logan Fisk of Chandler, Indiana learned that lesson the hard way Tuesday afternoon. Carmi Police and County Sheriff’s deputies responded to an apartment at 106 East Robinson around... Read More.

Beck Street Carmi Woman Jailed on Numerous Charges Monday Afternoon

Tuesday, July 23 by Jc Tinsley

A former Harrisburg resident, 31 year old Danelle Carter now of Beck Street in Carmi is behind bars following her arrest Monday afternoon. Around a quarter before 3pm Monday, Carmi Police stopped Carter near her residence. The officer found her driving with a suspended... Read More.

Grayville Going to Pot; Changes Coming to Liquor Ordinance it Appears; Irvine Explains What Happened During Critically Low Water Levels Last Week

Tuesday, July 23 by Jc Tinsley

Some folks say their town is going to pot. Grayville City Commissioners last night confirmed it. But not like that. They did so by opting in for the state’s Recreational Cannabis retail option. Municipalities around the state have the decision whether they want to... Read More.

Norris City Hub Hit by Lightning (Cause of Sunday Power Outage) Plus Heat Warning Ambulance Call Stats for White County

Monday, July 22 by Jc Tinsley

A Sunday night power outage that took down the entire city of Carmi is being blamed on a lightning strike. Authorities tell WROY/WRUL News that Ameren’s Norris City hub took a direct hit resulting in breaker B for Carmi being kicked out. To make... Read More.

Edwards County Fair Now Through July 27

Monday, July 22 by Jc Tinsley

The Edwards County Fair is underway and runs through Saturday, July 27th. Over the weekend in Albion, new royalty was crowned for this year’s fair. Avery Roosevelt, an Albion product, was crowned and will move on to compete at the state county fair queen... Read More.

Final Gazebo Concert Series Show Tuesday Night

Monday, July 22 by Jc Tinsley

The final Carmi League of Arts Night Gazebo Concert Series show is coming up tomorrow. The line up will feature small ensembles including vocal and instrumental groups. Among them, the Singing Six, Just Guys, the Color Guard, a vocal trio, clarinet and trumpet duets,... Read More.