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Two bodies found in Mt. Carmel home on Wednesday

Thursday, June 30 by Jc Tinsley

Two Mt. Carmel residents were found dead in their home on Wednesday, according to the Mt. Carmel Police Department.Authorities announced that a 55 year old man and 62 year old woman were found in the residence in the 900 block of West Third Street... Read More.

Local Archers Shoot Well at S3DA State and National Competitions in June

Wednesday, June 29 by Jc Tinsley

It's been a busy month for archers in Southern Illinois. The first ever Illinois S3DA State Tournament was held June 11th and 12th at the SI Archery Club with 47 participants. Over $100,000 worth of scholarships were available at the shoot. Kids came from as far as... Read More.

Illinois State Police conduct ACE patrol in Hamilton County

Wednesday, June 29 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police District 19 has released the results of an Alcohol Countermeasure Enforcement patrol conducted on Friday in Hamilton County.Two DUI arrests were made and seven citations were issued, including one for the driver not having a valid license and one seatbelt violation. ... Read More.

Carmi woman arrested for driving without a license

Wednesday, June 29 by Jc Tinsley

37 year old Kristal McWhirter of Carmi was arrested by Carmi Police Tuesday morning following a traffic stop on Webb Street. McWhirter was taken into custody just after 10:30am on a charge of driving on a revoked license. McWhirter was transported to the White... Read More.

Cosmetology Bridal Showcase at SIC July 8

Wednesday, June 29 by Jc Tinsley

Model brides, grooms and bridesmaids will fill the Lecture Hall stage at Southeastern Illinois College on Friday, July 8 at 7 p.m., but this isn’t your typical bridal show! It’s the sixth annual Cosmetology Showcase. SIC’s cosmetology students will show off the skills they have... Read More.

ILLINOIS FARM BUREAU TO HOST FARM INCOME AND INNOVATIONS CONFERENCE

Wednesday, June 29 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Farm Bureau members, staff and agri-business professionals are invited to attend the 2016 Farm Income and Innovation Conference, held July 27, 2016 at the Bloomington-Normal Marriott Hotel and Conference Center.The conference, formerly known as the Illinois Farm Bureau Commodities Conference, will feature two... Read More.

SIC Dual Credit Students Receive Dual Degrees

Wednesday, June 29 by Jc Tinsley

Halley Olveda of Cave in Rock graduated from Southeastern Illinois College with her Associate in Science degree all while earning her high school diploma at the same time. Just a few days after the official first day of summer, the anticipation of graduating high... Read More.

Bicentennial Celebration; Fireworks to highlight Independence Day Festivities in Carmi

Wednesday, June 29 by Jc Tinsley

The Independence Day holiday will bring much activity to Carmi. The City of Carmi is hosting a Bicentennial Celebration at Burrell’s Woods on July 4th. Food vendors will be available beginning around 1pm. At 4pm, The Bradshaw’s will perform. At 5:30pm A Band Called... Read More.

STATEMENT FROM THE ILLINOIS FARM BUREAU REGARDING BIPARTISAN GMO LABELING LEGISLATION

Wednesday, June 29 by Jc Tinsley

The following is a statement from Illinois Farm Bureau (IFB) President Richard Guebert, Jr., regarding the bipartisan Roberts-Stabenow GMO food labeling bill.“More than 90 percent of the corn and soybeans produced in Illinois are genetically modified, a scientifically safe process that has allowed Illinois... Read More.

City of Carmi offices closed July 4

Wednesday, June 29 by Jc Tinsley

The City of Carmi Office and Light & Water Office will be closed on Monday, July 4, 2016 in observance of the “Independence Day” holiday and will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, July 5, 2016. Additionally the yard waste site and white goods site... Read More.