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Smock to Present at White County Historical Society’s Annual Fall Dinner

Monday, November 10 by Jc Tinsley

This Monday’s White County Historical Society Dinner will feature none other than one of it’s own when Carlin Smock takes the podium. Now in her 16th year as a history teacher, Smock will detail her month-long trip to Washington D.C. this summer as part... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND – White County Historical Society with Carlin Smock

Monday, November 10 by Jc Tinsley

The White County Historical Society's annual Fall Dinner is coming up Monday, November 17th. This year's featured presenter Carlin Smock drops by Open Line to give us a preview, talk more about how she's getting young people engaged in local history, and encourage involvement... Read More.

Carr Presents Cave-in-Rock Pirates and Outlaws at White County Historical Society Fall Dinner

Tuesday, November 19 by Jc Tinsley

He’s appeared in Shawneetown and Grayville in the last 12 months to discuss the fascinating history of Cave-in-Rock pirates and outlaws, and Monday evening, Todd Carr added the White County Historical Society to his docket of appearances made. The organization held it’s first fall... Read More.

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Open Line ON DEMAND – White County Historical Society

Friday, November 8 by Jc Tinsley

The annual White County Historical Society Fall Dinner (back for the first time since 2019) is back on Monday, November 18th and will feature a presentation from regional historian Todd Carr specifically on Cave-in-Rock Pirates. Art Saunders and Kristin Land drop by Open Line... Read More.

White County Historical Society Preparing for Open House

Monday, April 1 by Jc Tinsley

???? Free Event Eclipse Weekend???? Come join us on Saturday, April 6th for our annual Open House and Membership Drive at the historic L. Haas Store! There will be lots to do around the county on the eclipse weekend, so swing in and check out... Read More.

Historical Society Seeks Volunteers

Wednesday, September 27 by WROY-WRUL News

The White County Historical Society recently completed its annual Pioneer Days, pointing out is was another success. There were over 145 Fifth grade students visit the Society over two days, and now attention turns to Corn Day. The Society will host the annual corn-tasting at Ratcliff... Read More.

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White County Historical Society Looking for Volunteers to Help Keep Landmark Vibrant

Tuesday, May 25 by Jc Tinsley

A White County Historical Society spokeswoman says members are excited to get back to interacting with the community and are planning their first major project in quite some time. Volunteers are being sought to help out at the Robinson-Stewart House on Saturday, June 12th... Read More.

White County Historical Society Offering Unique Gifts for Sale This Weekend

Thursday, December 10 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Finding the right Christmas gift can be challenging, and the White County Historical Society has several items which may fit your needs. With the extra challenge of trying to avoid Covid virus, you might want to consider one of these unique items. They are... Read More.

Shawnee National Forest Celebrates 80th Anniversary with Lecture and Historical Film

Tuesday, September 29 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Cypress, IL—September 28, 2020— Shawnee National Forest continues its series of special programs to commemorate their 80th Anniversary of being proclaimed a national forest. Learn about Shawnee National Forest history and the many efforts made by dedicated residents of southern Illinois that were instrumental... Read More.

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Unemployment Rate Falls to New Historical Low in November

Thursday, December 19 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that the unemployment rate fell -0.1 percentage point to 3.8 percent, a new historical low, while nonfarm payrolls lost -17,200 jobs in November, based on preliminary data provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics... Read More.

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Smock to Present at White County Historical Society’s Annual Fall Dinner

Open Line ON DEMAND – White County Historical Society with Carlin Smock

Carr Presents Cave-in-Rock Pirates and Outlaws at White County Historical Society Fall Dinner

Open Line ON DEMAND – White County Historical Society

White County Historical Society Preparing for Open House

Historical Society Seeks Volunteers

White County Historical Society Looking for Volunteers to Help Keep Landmark Vibrant

White County Historical Society Offering Unique Gifts for Sale This Weekend

Shawnee National Forest Celebrates 80th Anniversary with Lecture and Historical Film

Unemployment Rate Falls to New Historical Low in November

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