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Enfield Man Arrested for Battery to Senior Citizen

Thursday, March 7 by Nicole Behnke

An Enfield man is behind bars after his arrest Saturday night. The White County Sheriff’s Department was called out to a residence in Enfield after a call from an 80-year-old woman stated she was locked out of her house and in need of an... Read More.

Bulldog Wrestlers Spoil Fairfield’s Senior Night

Thursday, January 18 by Cole Carter

The Carmi-White County Wrestling team defeated Fairfield on the road Thursday night, 46-36.Luke Bolerjack started off the night by pinning his opponent in the 126 weight class in 1:58.Madden Anderson then pinned his opponent in the 132 weight class in just 20 seconds.Kale Wiggins... Read More.

Senior Citizen’s Center Bake Sale On-Going

Monday, November 20 by WROY-WRUL News

Senior Citizen’s Bake Sale Need a dessert for your Thanksgiving meal, but running out of time to fix one yourself?Well, you can alleviate that need and help out a local organization at the same time; how you ask?Simply stop by the White County Senior Citizen’s... Read More.

FMH Senior Life Solutions to host Antique Christmas Angel Tree

Monday, November 6 by Jc Tinsley

The Senior Life Solutions Department is sponsoring an Antique Christmas Angel Tree for older adults throughout the community who are in need or do not have any family nearby. Each ornament on the Antique Christmas Angel Tree has the name of an older adult,... Read More.

U.S. Attorney Office to Present Senior Fraud Prevention Seminar at Carmi Library

Monday, November 6 by Jc Tinsley

To educate seniors on the latest scams targeting them online and over the phone, the U.S. Attorney's Office is partnering with the Carmi Public Library to host a fraud prevention seminar."Elder fraud is a major concern nationwide, as criminals target seniors who may be... Read More.

Good News for Senior Drivers

Wednesday, September 27 by WROY-WRUL News

Illinois drivers ages 75 to 78 do not need to take an annual driving test to renew their license, a change made during the pandemic and now the Illinois Secretary of State wants to make that permanent.Citing statistics showing accidents for that age group... Read More.

FMH Donates AED’s to the Edwards County Senior Center and West Salem Senior Center

Monday, August 28 by WROY-WRUL News

In its ongoing efforts to better improve the lives of those we serve, Fairfield Memorial Hospital recently donated two Automated External Defibrillators (AED). One AED went to the Edwards County Senior Citizens Center and the other to a satellite location in West Salem. This... Read More.

County Supervisor of Assessments Provides Clarity on Senior Homestead Exemptions

Thursday, June 22 by Jc Tinsley

Supervisor of Assessments for White County Gary Baxley says he wants to provide some clarity after receiving several concerned phone calls following last week’s White County Board meeting. In the report, the board approved elimination of the yearly renewal of Senior Homestead exemptions. Baxley... Read More.

FMH Senior Life Solutions Program Director Receives Eagle Award

Friday, June 9 by WROY-WRUL News

Lauren Griswold, MSW, LCSW, the Program Director for the Senior Life Solutions Program at Fairfield Memorial Hospital in Fairfield, IL, was recently honored with the prestigious Eagle Award at the 2023 UltraGroup Annual Conference. This recognition is a testament to her exceptional commitment, dedication,... Read More.

4-Run 6th Inning Leads Lady Dogs to Senior Night Win

Thursday, May 4 by Cole Carter

The Carmi-White County Lady Bulldog softball team picked up a late-inning 5-4 win over Goreville on Wednesday afternoon at Archie Brown Field.Carmi had faced Goreville earlier in the year, defeating the Blackcats 12-1 in 5 innings back on April 8th. Wednesday's win would not... Read More.