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Open Line ON DEMAND – Lafayette Bicentennial Farewell Tour in Old Shawneetown

Tuesday, April 29 by Jc Tinsley

On Friday, May 9th, Old Shawneetown will serve as host for the Bicentennial event of General Marquis de Lafayette's Farewell Tour. Unfamiliar with the history? Listen in for more with Dr. Patrick Haskell as he details the importance and role of Lafayette to America's... Read More.

Shawneetown Woman Arrested on Warrant and More

Friday, March 8 by Nicole Behnke

A Shawneetown woman is sitting at the White County Jail after her arrest on March 1st.Lucy Logsdon was pulled over by a White County Sheriff's officer after she was traveling above the posted speed limit. When the officer ran her information, he found that... Read More.

Dozens Show Up for Shawneetown Regional Port Authority Meeting

Friday, March 1 by Jc Tinsley

The players include the Shawneetown Regional Port Authority, the Village of Old Shawneetown, Scates Group Intermodal River Terminal (SGIRT), Viserion Grain, and State Senator Dale Fowler. Residents of the riverside hamlet are accusing the Port Authority of attempting a land grab they say robs... Read More.

Shawneetown Regional Port Revitalization Project Moving Forward with $10 Million Grant

Friday, November 3 by Jc Tinsley

The Shawneetown Port is getting a massive cash boost through the US government. Announced Friday, The Shawneetown Regional Port Revitalization Project is the recipient of a $10.12 million dollar grant. The project includes the design and construction of a roughly 1.25 mile access road... Read More.

John Crenshaw and Old Slave House Presentation to be held at Shawneetown Library

Tuesday, October 10 by Jc Tinsley

If you’re a history buff and appreciate even the darker side of southeastern Illinois history, you may want to make plans to attend an upcoming presentation in Shawneetown. A partnership between the Gallatin County Historical Society and the Shawneetown Public Library will bring Todd... Read More.

“Lawyer in the Library” Program to Begin in Shawneetown this Month

Friday, September 8 by Jc Tinsley

Second Judicial Circuit Chief Judge Melissa Morgan is proud to announce the Second Circuit’s “Lawyer in the Library” program will begin in Gallatin County this month. The program consists of a local attorney meeting one-on-one with individuals and providing them with free legal coaching,... Read More.

Gallatin County Board Says No to Shawneetown Port Project Road Development

Friday, April 14 by Jc Tinsley

With the aim of being operational by January of this year, and more than $11 million in funding coming from Illinois, Patrick Scates approached the Gallatin County Board Thursday night in the hopes of attaining some American Rescue Plan funds to help prepare a... Read More.

Gallatin County Board to Convene Thursday – Expect Update on Shawneetown Port Project

Tuesday, April 11 by Jc Tinsley

Gallatin County board members will gather Thursday evening for their monthly summit. County Clerk Deanna Bryant has released the agenda. On it, County Engineer Justin Hastie is expected to discuss County Highway issues. States Attorney Doug Dyhrkopp is also going to be providing an... Read More.

Shawneetown Residents Visit The White County Jail While In Town

Friday, January 28 by WROY-WRUL News

Carmi Police pulled over and arrested two people at about 9:30 Wednesday night after a traffic stop at Eighth and Stewart Streets.They’re 33 year old Whitney Scott and the passenger in her vehicle, 53 year old Roy Tipton, both of 210 East Galt Ave.... Read More.

Shawneetown Woman Dies in New Year’s Day Crash on Highway 141 in White County

Monday, January 3 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police have released information on a deadly crash that happened on New Year's Day along Highway 141 near Epworth Road in White County. Officials say 47 year old Keely D. Wright of Shawneetown was pronounced dead on scene of the accident just... Read More.