Local News

Metropolis and Fairfield Nursing Homes among “Violators” in 3rd Quarter

Monday, October 10 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today announced the following type “AA” and “A” violations of the Nursing Home Care Act recorded during the third quarter of 2016. An “AA” violation is cited when there is a condition or occurrence at the facility... Read More.

Carmi Police make three arrests over weekend

Monday, October 10 by Jc Tinsley

A Carmi man was arrested Friday night on charges of disorderly conduct after Carmi Police responded to a domestic disturbance call.26 year old Justin Lindsey was taken into custody at 8:32 pm at 925 West Fackney Street. Lindsey was transported to the White County... Read More.

More than 40% of US States represented at Corn Days 2016

Sunday, October 9 by Jc Tinsley

courtesy of Barry ClevelandPeople from at least 22 states and three nations took advantage of the opportunity to "sit a spell" beneath the Carmi Kiwanians' hospitality tent during the Corn Days celebration. A large map of the United States was displayed just outside the tent,... Read More.

Generous Donors Make Corn Day Possible

Friday, October 7 by Jc Tinsley

The businesses and individuals whose gifts play a major part in making Corn Days possible were saluted Thursday by the Kiwanis Club of Carmi, which sponsors the annual celebration.Nancy J. Winter, who chairs the club’s fund-raising committee, saluted her fellow committee members (Art Saunders,... Read More.

Rotary Club gets ready for Corn Day

Friday, October 7 by Jc Tinsley

Thursday’s meeting of the Carmi Rotary consisted of two very different sections. First up, Tom Logan spoke to the club about some of the events happening at Corn Day that are not as widely advertised as the well-known features.At the First United Methodist Church... Read More.

Upcoming Events at SIC

Friday, October 7 by Jc Tinsley

Oct. 13, 12:30-3:30 p.m. – SIC Cosmetology Clinic reopens to the public in B139. For appointments, call 252-5400 ext. 2213. Oct. 15 and 16 – SIC plays host to the only 3D US Intercollegiate Archery Championships in the country at Sahara Woods... Read More.