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Two Tri State Men Jailed, Caught Driving Impaired by InSP

Monday, August 20 by Jc Tinsley

Two Tri State men spent a portion of their weekends behind bars after getting caught driving impaired by Indiana State Police.30 year old Dennis Banks of Crossville was arrested for driving while intoxicated on Old US 50 near Wheatland after he drove past a... Read More.

Carmi man arrested for driving 40 mph over limit

Wednesday, April 25 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police arrested 27 year old Jon Ealey of Carmi Tuesday evening for driving 72 miles per hour in a 25 mile per hour zone on Industrial Drive. Ealey was taken into custody at 6:57 pm and was also cited for loud exhaust... Read More.

Secretary White’s Legislation Combating Texting While Driving Passes House

Friday, April 20 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White commended the Illinois House today for approving legislation initiated by his office to strengthen Illinois’ law on distracted driving.House Bill 4846 cracks down on texting while driving by classifying first-time offenses as moving violations. Under the current law,... Read More.

Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk: IDOT, ISP encourage sober driving during Super Bowl weekend

Friday, February 2 by Jc Tinsley

As America’s football fans gear up for one of the most anticipated sporting events of the year, the Illinois Department of Transportation and Illinois State Police are taking a timeout to spread an important safety message: Fans don’t let fans drive drunk.“Avoid the unsportsmanlike... Read More.

SIC Carmi campus to hold AARP defensive driving workshop

Thursday, February 1 by Jc Tinsley

Southeastern Illinois College White County Center will host the AARP Defensive Driving Workshop (CE10 030X) March 7-8, 2018 from 9am – 1pm.Robert Farr will lead the two session class.Fees are payable to AARP.To register, please call SIC at 618-382-8869.

ISP District 19 encourages safe driving habits during the holiday season

Thursday, December 21 by Jc Tinsley

The upcoming holidays will bring family and friends together to close out 2017. Unfortunately, some will choose to make life-threatening driving decisions while behind the wheel. Captain Cory Ristvedt, District 19 Commander, encourages everyone to enjoy the holidays, but to do so responsibly.Motor vehicle... Read More.

Illinois State Police urges safe driving during busy holiday travel period

Tuesday, November 21 by Jc Tinsley

The Thanksgiving holiday weekend is generally one of the busiest travel holiday periods of the year. As millions of travelers take to Illinois roadways to celebrate Thanksgiving, Illinois State Police (ISP) District 19 Commander, Captain Cory Ristvedt, reminds motorists to drive safely.Drivers can do... Read More.

Norris City man arrested for driving on suspended license

Tuesday, November 21 by Jc Tinsley

The White County Sheriff’s Department arrested 23 year old Edward Healy of Norris City Monday morning following a traffic stop for driving on a suspended license.At 7:45 am, dispatch received a call about an erratic driver and a short time later located Healy near... Read More.

Illinois State Police encourage safe driving habits for Labor Day Holiday Weekend

Thursday, August 31 by Jc Tinsley

The Labor Day weekend signifies the end of the summer and the last chance for people to get out and enjoy the warm weather. The holiday weekend is one the busiest driving periods and millions of motorists are expected to hit the roadways nationwide.... Read More.

4-H Tractor Driving Contest results

Friday, July 14 by Jc Tinsley

Left to Right – Wes Harms, Zeke Roser, Eli Bryant, Kaden Carter, Tyler Thompson, Wyatt Weinbrecht, Abe Roser, and Lincoln DraperThe Tractor Driving Contest took place at the Fairgrounds on Tuesday, July 11. Junior and Senior divisions were divided up this year. Junior... Read More.