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Statement issued by Rural Wabash County Water District about ongoing issues

Friday, August 5 by Jc Tinsley

"Several customers of the Rural Wabash County Water District are still experiencing discoloration (iron) in their water. The RWCWD purchases water from the City of Albion. Recently, Albion has had several issues with their system, resulting in the discoloration of the water. The City of Albion is still working... Read More.

Pedal to victory at the White County Fair

Tuesday, August 2 by Jc Tinsley

The Young Leader Committee of the White County Farm Bureau is hosting the 2016 Youth Pedal Pull on Saturday, August 6, 2016. The event will begin at 5:00 p.m. in the Floral Hall at the White County Fair in Carmi (THE START TIME IS... Read More.

White County Farm Bureau to hold informational meeting on changes to farmland tax assessment

Tuesday, August 2 by Jc Tinsley

Are you wondering why your White County farmland taxes are higher this year? Are you having trouble understanding the complicated formula used to calculate your farmland assessments?The White County Farm Bureau, in cooperation with the Illinois Farm Bureau, is hosting an informational program, titled... Read More.

Sen. Righter reminds constituents in and around Wayne County of office hours

Tuesday, August 2 by Jc Tinsley

State Sen. Dale Righter (R-Mattoon) is reminding constituents he has a satellite office inside the Fairfield City Hall. Every other Tuesday, staff from Sen. Righter’s office will be available to answer questions, hear concerns, and take down information from 10am to noon.The next dates... Read More.

White County Fair Previewed at Kiwanis by Jc Tinsley

Friday, July 29 by Jc Tinsley

Story/photo courtesy of Toby BrownWhen it comes to longevity, there’s only one event in Carmi that holds bragging rights over Kiwanis Corn Day.And that one event – the White County Fair – was the subject of the Kiwanis Club program on Thursday.Former club... Read More.

Carmi man sentenced in White County Court Thursday

Friday, July 29 by Jc Tinsley

In White County Court Thursday morning, 35 year old Jason P Schneider of Carmi entered guilty pleas on two felony counts relating to him threatening a county employee in April according to States Attorney Denton Aud.Schneider was sentenced to three and a half... Read More.

Two White County teens reported missing since Monday

Wednesday, July 27 by Jc Tinsley

Two White County teens have been reported as runaways to the White County Sheriff’s Department after they were last seen Monday night in Carmi.WROY News was informed this morning by a family member that 17 year old Caleb Hollingsworth of Carmi and 17 year... Read More.

Illinois Producers Reminded of Nearing Deadline to Submit Nominations for Farm Service Agency County Committees

Tuesday, July 26 by Jc Tinsley

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Illinois State Farm Service Agency (FSA) State Executive Director, (SED) Scherrie V. Giamanco, today reminded farmers, ranchers and other agricultural producers that they have until Aug. 1, 2016, to nominate eligible candidates to serve on local FSA county... Read More.

Hamilton County Chamber Announces “Movie in the Park” August 5th

Tuesday, July 26 by Jc Tinsley

The Hamilton County Chamber is pleased to bring you "Movie in the Park" Family Night on Friday, August 5th beginning at 6 p.m.This free event will begin at the City Pool with swimming from 6 – 8 p.m., followed by hot dogs, popcorn and... Read More.

Hamilton County teen killed in Friday accident

Monday, July 25 by Jc Tinsley

A Hamilton County High School student died Friday afternoon following a traffic crash involving a pickup and a tractor.Illinois State Police say that 17 year old Dawson Parmley was killed after attempting to pass another vehicle on Dahlgren Road at 1:40pm. The Hamilton County... Read More.