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Travelstead Arrested on Warrant; Mullins Cited After Late Night County Stop

Thursday, August 15 by Jc Tinsley

Sheriff’s authorities made a warrant arrest just before 7pm Wednesday. A deputy was on patrol on Sycamore near Seventh Street in Carmi and says he observed 62-year-old Richard Travelstead pushing a bike with a trailer. Travelstead was wanted on a White County warrant for... Read More.

White County Fair Arrest Report Released

Thursday, August 15 by Jc Tinsley

White County Sheriff’s Authorities are releasing details of recent arrests. Included is an incident at the White County Fair’s demolition derby Saturday, August 10th. It was around a quarter after 7pm, while youngsters had just finished in the power wheels derby when Jeff Nelson... Read More.

Six Sentenced in White County Court

Thursday, August 15 by Jc Tinsley

38-year-old Jason Easter has been sentenced to 2 years behind bars. His sentence was handed down Wednesday. Easter was arrested April 25th and charged with felony Domestic Battery with a prior. In addition to the up to 2 years behind bars, Easter will be... Read More.

White County CEO Welcomes Thirteen for 2024/2025 School Year

Thursday, August 15 by Jc Tinsley

Class Facilitator Tracy Orr has unveiled her latest White County CEO participants. Thirteen seniors are embarking on a journey that will transform their confidence, business acumen, and awareness of how important local businesses are to their community. Orr says she’s excited for what she... Read More.

Plan to Protect Health and Property in White County Ready for Public Review

Monday, August 12 by Jc Tinsley

The White County Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan, outlining projects and activities to reduce damages caused by severe weather and other natural hazards, will be available for public review and comment starting Monday, August 26. An open-house style public forum will be held at the at... Read More.

White County Churches Congregate for Successful League Gospel Sing

Thursday, August 8 by Jc Tinsley

Story courtesy of Hailey Winkleman for WROY/WRUL NewsThe Carmi League of Arts sponsored a multi-church gospel sing on Wednesday night at the White County Fair Grandstand, with a great turnout from the community! The event was free to attend, one of several... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND – 2024 White County Fair Queens

Tuesday, August 6 by Jc Tinsley

Meet your 2024 White County Fair Queens! Joining us for Open Line today are White County Fair Queen Andi Garner, Junior Miss Brinkley Moore, and Little Miss Baylor Bell. They sit down with Jc just 12 hours after winning their titles. Get to know... Read More.

Carmi Police and White County Sheriff’s Department Arrests

Monday, August 5 by Nicole Behnke

42-year-old Dennis Wingo was arrested by the Carmi Police on August 3rd for Theft Under $500 for not paying for his gas. Dennis was later released on a Notice to Appear citation.Carmi resident Sherry Sturgal was... Read More.

White County Fair Queen, Junior, and Little Miss Candidates

Friday, August 2 by Nicole Behnke

Monday, August 5th kicks off the White County Queen pageant at 7 PM. Fill the stands and cheer on all the contestants! Little Miss contestants, with the retiring Queen, include (left to right): Blakely Nelson, Aurora Veatch,... Read More.

Three Sentenced in White County Court

Wednesday, July 31 by Jc Tinsley

White County States Attorney Chris Neal has obtained sentences in cases against three men. The first, Timothy Hill will spend the next 3 years in prison following a petition to revoke probation. The original charges in the case date back to 2022. Online court... Read More.