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White County Relay for Life Tops 2018 Goal

Tuesday, August 21 by Jc Tinsley

Goal achieved. The 2018 White County Relay for Life has been labeled a financial success, according to co-chairwoman Patty Hodgson. Over the weekend, the St. Louis Cardinals hosted a Relay for Life Day and many from White County were in attendance. With the totals... Read More.

Rush Sentenced to Seven Years in White County Court

Tuesday, August 21 by Jc Tinsley

In White County court Monday, 28 year old Ricky Rush learned his sentence. Rush was convicted of a class 2 felony for unlawful possession of a weapon by a felon. He’ll spend the next 7 years behind bars, followed by 2 years of parole. Rush... Read More.

White County Historical Society Seeking Volunteers

Monday, August 20 by Jc Tinsley

The White County Historical Society August board meeting covered plans for fall events and museum repairs as well as routine business. The August 4 and 5 museum openings which coincided with other Illinois museum openings for the state Bicentennial did not draw large attendance... Read More.

Upcoming Hamilton County Road Closures to Impact Motorists

Thursday, August 16 by Jc Tinsley

The Hamilton County Highway Department will be improving Tucker’s Corner Road and Akin Road between points a half-mile east of Tucker’s Corner to Campbell Corner Road intersection starting Monday and continuing through the end of this month, weather permitting. Sections of the road will be... Read More.

Demolition Derby Wraps Up White County Fair

Monday, August 13 by Jc Tinsley

The White County Fair came to a close on Saturday evening with the biggest night of the week. A packed grandstand enjoyed large participation in the Open Demolition Derby. Five classes brought competitors from far and wide.Carmi was represented well, as they were in... Read More.

Owen Cases Finalized in White County Court

Thursday, August 9 by Jc Tinsley

In White County Court Wednesday, Wendi Owen’s cases were finalized. The 46 year old Grayville woman will serve additional time that’s been added on to her previously imposed sentence. Owen pled guilty to Class 4 felonies of Aggravated Assault, Aiding a Fugitive and Aggravated... Read More.

White County Organizations Encouraged to Apply for Delta Dental Grants

Thursday, August 9 by Jc Tinsley

White County organizations are encouraged to apply for the Delta Dental of Illinois Foundation annual grants program. Ryan Curell reports Delta Dental provides funding for programs that work to improve the oral health of Illinois children. The Foundation will begin accepting applications tomorrow, Friday,... Read More.

Carmi Police Searching for Man who Eluded Capture; Theft Report; Fairfield Man Arrested in Carmi on Jasper County Warrant

Wednesday, August 8 by Jc Tinsley

Police are searching for a Marion man who eluded them Friday afternoon in Carmi. According to a report filed by Carmi PD, 56 year old Harold Littlefield was pulled over around 12:30pm in the alley at 413 7th Street. Officer Jonathan Lucas approached Littlefield’s... Read More.

White County Fair Crowns 2018 Royalty

Monday, August 6 by Jc Tinsley

There's new Royalty at the 140th White County Fair. 10 Little Miss, 5 Jr Miss and 6 Queen contestants squared off at the 2018 pageant.7 year old Carly Digman is the new White County Little Miss, taking over for Ella Carter. She is a... Read More.

Hamilton County Court News

Monday, August 6 by Jc Tinsley

29 year old Matthew French of McLeansboro is now a convicted felon and will spend nearly 3 decades behind bars. French admitted to having sex with a 14 year old girl at the local park and also was found with topless photos on his... Read More.