Messmer Makes Pitch to Save U of I Extension in Gallatin

Friday, November 22 by Jc Tinsley

What now? In November, Gallatin County voters, by a 56% to 44% margin shot down providing revenue through taxes to the University of Illinois Extension which operates 4-H. We reached out for comment from Angie Messmer, County Extension Director after the election and she... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – November 22, 2024

Thursday, November 21 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports RecapThe Carmi-White County Girls Basketball team defeated Lawrenceville last night in their first game of the 2024 season by a final score of 46-16. Caroline Simmons led the team in scoring with 17 points. Torrie Rider scored 16. Addi Elliott scored 6. Ashlyn Rager scored... Read More.

Two Carmi Men Turn Themselves In

Thursday, November 21 by Nicole Behnke

Two individuals turned themselves in at the White County Jail on Wednesday.Scott South was issued a White County warrant for a charge of Criminal Damage to Property over $10,000. South was booked and released with a first appearance set for December 16th.John McKay faced... Read More.

Get Ready for a Su·per·ca·li·fra·gil·is·tic·ex·pi·a·li·do·cious Experience at CWCHS

Thursday, November 21 by Jc Tinsley

Just a spoonful of sugar, plenty of laughs, music, and dancing are on tap for this weekend at the Carmi-White County High School auditorium. The Carmi Drama Department is preparing to unveil Mary Poppins Jr Friday and Saturday evening at 7:30pm with a Sunday... Read More.

Not So Fast…Pollard Files Objection to Stendeback Campaign for Mayor

Thursday, November 21 by Jc Tinsley

We told you yesterday the field was set for the Carmi Consolidated Election scheduled for April 1st, 2025. WROY/WRUL News learned this morning of a formal objection filed by current Carmi Mayor Jeff Pollard balking at challenger Bill Stendeback’s petition to run for the... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – November 21, 2024

Thursday, November 21 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports RecapThe Carmi-White County Girls Basketball team tips off the 2024 season tonight at home as they take on Lawrenceville. The Lady Bulldogs are coming off a 26-6 season last year, which included a Black Diamond Conference East Championship. Eric Dixon makes his return... Read More.

April 1st, 2025 Election Taking Shape with Petitions Filed

Wednesday, November 20 by Jc Tinsley

The field is set. Monday was the last day candidates could file petitions to run for office in the consolidated election coming up on April 1st, 2025. In Carmi, it’s a two man race for mayor with incumbent Jeff Pollard squaring off with challenger... Read More.

Proposed Property Tax Increases to Trigger Truth in Taxation Hearing in Carmi; Cozart Appointed as Assistant City Attorney Tuesday

Wednesday, November 20 by Jc Tinsley

City of Carmi attorney Greg Stewart now has some help dealing with city legal matters. Council unanimously approved the appointment of Allison Cozart as Assistant City Attorney Tuesday night and she subsequently took the oath. Stewart had this to say in advance of her... Read More.

Traffic Stop Leads to Arrest

Wednesday, November 20 by Nicole Behnke

Carmi Police conducted a traffic stop at Foley Drive and Stewart Street on November 19th when they pulled over 39-year-old Tosha Freeman.Freeman was arrested for Driving While License Suspended and transported to the White County Jail. She was later released with a Notice to... Read More.

Carmi City Council Establishes Rates for Service Calls Outside Business Hours

Wednesday, November 20 by Jc Tinsley

Hypothetical situationYou’re at your city of Carmi home at 8pm on a random Tuesday when you notice a pipe leaking in your home. To further complicate matters, you don’t have a disconnect somewhere between the meter in your yard and your home. If you... Read More.