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Three Area Residents Sentenced in White County Court

Thursday, July 25 by Jc Tinsley

3 area residents learned their sentences in White County court recently.51 year old Grayville resident Bryan P. Hensley has been convicted of a class 2 felony for possession of meth with intent to deliver. He’ll spend 3 years behind bars followed by 2 years... Read More.

White County Residents Going to Prison

Tuesday, January 15 by Jc Tinsley

White County Residents Going to Prison Two White County residents received prison sentences in White County Circuit Court Monday, according to White County State’s Attorney Denton Aud, the prosecutor in both cases.28 year old Misty McFarland of Carmi was sentenced to five years in a... Read More.

Carmi Council Approves Facade Improvement, Mayor Warns Residents about Using Golf Carts Legally

Wednesday, August 22 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Mayor and council members, minus Tracy Nelson, gathered Tuesday evening in what may have been a record short meeting of just 6 and a half minutes of actual business. After approving minutes and financials, council approved a facade improvement loan to Jason... Read More.

State of Illinois Unveils Program to Help Residents Save for Retirement

Monday, July 23 by Jc Tinsley

The state of Illinois has unveiled a new program to help residents save for retirement. Administered by the Illinois State Treasurer’s office, the Illinois Secure Choice Program allows businesses in Illinois that do not offer a savings plan to either enroll employees into Secure Choice... Read More.

Two Enfield residents arrested on drug charges

Monday, April 30 by Jc Tinsley

The White County Sheriff’s Department took a theft report on Saturday afternoon from Ruby Haas of Enfield, who stated that on the evening of April 20th, 41 year old Olivia Miller had stolen make-up items from her residence. Haas stated that she had... Read More.

IRS scammers calling area residents again warns Saline County Sheriff’s Office

Friday, March 23 by Jc Tinsley

The Saline County Sheriff’s Office would like to make citizens aware that the IRS phone scam is occurring again.A subject stating that they are with the IRS or they are an IRS employee, will tell the caller that they owe money and may even threaten that... Read More.

Residents raise concerns over gaming licenses at Norris City Board meeting

Tuesday, March 6 by Jc Tinsley

Several residents addressed the Board for about thirty minutes to voice their concerns about giving out a gaming license to Smith Co. They said there are enough places where there were gaming machines and liquor being served and it would encourage more drinking. There... Read More.

State Fire Marshal Asks Residents to Practice Fire Safety

Monday, February 5 by Jc Tinsley

The Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is urging residents to protect themselves and practice fire safety in their communities after an unusually high number of fire fatalities in January.“Practicing fire safety—from testing your smoke alarms to preparing an emergency escape plan with... Read More.

Governor announces effort to assist residents facing housing crisis

Monday, December 18 by Jc Tinsley

Gov. Bruce Rauner today announced an upcoming job and resource fair intended to assist those who are being displaced from a federal housing project in Cairo.The fair is set for 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 10, 2018, at the... Read More.

Three Carmi residents sentenced in White County Court on Monday

Tuesday, October 24 by Jc Tinsley

In White County Court on Monday, three individuals were sentenced to Illinois Department of Corrections custody according to States Attorney Denton Aud.In the morning court session, 29 year old Hannah Newman was sentenced to three years in prison and two years of mandatory... Read More.