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White County Democrats Offer Safe Trick-or-Treat Alternative

Wednesday, October 14 by Mike Erwin

White county residents worried about their children trick or treating this year are offered a safe alternative by the White County Democrats, “your friends and neighbors.” Tim Scates, chairman of the local party invited White County residents, of all parties, to stop by the White... Read More.

White County Democrats to Host Open House

Thursday, September 27 by Jc Tinsley

White County Democrats to Host Open House The White County Democratic Central Committee has a new Carmi headquarters and plan an Open House next week to celebrate the official opening. The headquarters, located in the building next to CVS Pharmacy on Outer West Main Street will... Read More.

Democrats to Offer Big Prizes at 2018 White County Fair

Tuesday, July 24 by Jc Tinsley

It’s nearly White County Fair time and it’s also a political year. That means there will be a heightened excitement surrounding the Republicans and Democrats booths. The White County Democrats plan to offer a two day stay... Read More.

White County Democrats hold June meeting

Friday, June 22 by Jc Tinsley

The White County Democrats held their monthly meeting last night, June 21st, 2018, at the White County Fairgrounds. In discussion were the upcoming golf scramble, which is scheduled for next Saturday, June 30th, at the Carmi Country... Read More.

IL House Democrats Pass Sweeping Gun Safety Measures

Thursday, March 1 by Jc Tinsley

Responding to a nationwide call from students and parents for immediate action on gun safety in the wake of another tragic mass shooting, Illinois House Democrats passed critical legislation reducing access to assault rifles, banning the sale of ‘bump stock’ modifications, and licensing... Read More.

White County Democrats hold August meeting

Tuesday, August 22 by Jc Tinsley

White County Democrats held their monthly meeting Tuesday August 14 instead of Thursday due to fact the Chairman Nancy Mitchell needed to attend the annual Democrat chairman meeting in Springfield. There was a discussion of the upcoming Democrat Golf tournament on September 15, 2017 and lining up... Read More.

Righter statement on Democrats overriding Governor’s Amendatory Veto of SB 1

Monday, August 14 by Jc Tinsley

State Sen. Dale Righter (R-Mattoon) issued the following statement in response to Senate Democrats overriding Gov. Bruce Rauner’s Amendatory Veto of Senate Bill 1, education funding reform: “It’s disappointing Senate Democrats chose to bailout Chicago Public Schools, giving that district millions... Read More.

White County Democrats hold 1st Annual Ice Cream Social

Tuesday, June 27 by Jc Tinsley

A small crowd turned out Sunday afternoon to enjoy ice cream, desserts and music, sponsored by the White county Democrat Party. Nancy Mitchell, Democrat County Chairman, thanked everyone for attending the ice cream social at Burrell's woods.... Read More.

Sen. Dale Righter: Democrats ram through unbalanced budget, leave pile of unpaid bills untouched

Wednesday, May 24 by Jc Tinsley

State Sen. Dale Righter (R-Mattoon) issued the following statement in response to budget action taken May 23 at the Statehouse. “The Democrats showed their true intentions that all they care about is increasing taxes. Instead of continuing our on-going good faith... Read More.

Negotiating Team Outlines Illinois House Democrats’ Economic Reform Proposals

Tuesday, May 16 by Jc Tinsley

House Democrats seeking common ground with Gov. Bruce Rauner in order to end the budget stalemate and put the state on a path to fiscal stability are asking the governor to consider their reform proposals that will improve the business climate while lifting... Read More.