Carmi Fireworks Moving to June 29th for 2024

Tuesday, May 28 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce a new date for this year’s annual Carmi Fireworks Show. It was brought to the Chamber’s attention early to mid-May that the pyro technician that was booked for the annual show would not be able to... Read More.

Lions and Vendors and Yard Sales – Oh My!

Tuesday, May 28 by Jc Tinsley

courtesy of Hailey Winkleman for WROY/WRUL NewsThe Lions Club of Carmi will hold their annual Vendor Fair on June 1 from 8am-1pm. The Club usually holds the Fair on the first Saturday of June each year, and are excited to have several vendors signed... Read More.

Joseph All the Time – Carmi League of Arts Presents “Dreamcoat” June 21-23 for 50th Anniversary

Tuesday, May 28 by Jc Tinsley

Courtesy of Hailey Winkleman for WROY/WRUL NewsThe Carmi League of Arts Proudly Presents Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, June 21-23! The League is excited to celebrate their 50th Anniversary with this musical reimagining the Biblical story of Joseph and the coat of many... Read More.

DWLS and Cannabis Lands Two in Jail

Tuesday, May 28 by Nicole Behnke

Garnetta and Michael Gibbs were arrested over the weekend. Garnetta was taken into custody for Driving While License Suspended, while Michael was arrested for Possession of Cannabis in a Motor Vehicle. Both Garnetta and Michael were released on a Notice to Appear and given court... Read More.

Two Carmi Residents Arrested on Warrants

Tuesday, May 28 by Nicole Behnke

69-year-old Leland Rost was arrested at his residence on a White County warrant for Retail Theft and Criminal Trespass to Property. And Tamara Westbrook was taken into custody on her White County warrant for Retail Theft following a traffic accident near 5th Street.

Supportive Living and Aegis Team Up to Offer Services for Seniors

Tuesday, May 28 by Jc Tinsley

Carrie Jones and Janelle Waters stop by Open Line to discuss initiatives they have for seniors. Aegis Therapy will host Senior Screenings on Wednesday. Supportive Living will host a Q&A on Monday, June 3rd. Tune in for more... Read More.

Simon and Renshaw Recognized at Kiwanis

Monday, May 27 by Nicole Behnke

Kiwanis on Thursday handed out their Educator of the Year and Support Staff of the Year to two very deserving individuals.Before that, however, the Carmi-White County School districts celebrated the retirement of their esteemed staff members who have left a mark on the institution:... Read More.

White County Sheriff’s Department Make Warrant Arrests

Friday, May 24 by Nicole Behnke

34-year-old William Scott South was arrested on a Hamilton County warrant for Arson, Unlawful Possession of a Stolen or Converted Vehicle, and Criminal Damage to Property.A Norris City man was arrested on a warrant. 63-year-old Larry Bomar was taken to the White County Jail... Read More.

Seibers & Serafini Win Athlete of the Year

Friday, May 24 by Cole Carter

Carmi-White County seniors Caleb Seibers and Mara Serafini have been voted as the 2024 WRUL Male and Female Athletes of the Year!The 2023-2024 school year was one of the greatest athletic years in CWCHS history, with numerous championship teams filled with talented athletes. Seibers... Read More.

False Name and Drugs Lead to Arrest of Indiana Woman

Friday, May 24 by Nicole Behnke

19-year-old Kirstin Thompson was arrested by Carmi Police and given a handful of charges.Thompson was arrested outside of McDonald’s after she was observed with illegal drug items in her possession. At first Thompson told police her name was Allison Riley, along with a false... Read More.