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Local Sports Recap – September 22, 2023

Friday, September 22 by Cole Carter

The Carmi-White County boys golf team took part in the Black Diamond Conference championship yesterday afternoon in West Frankfort, and the Bulldogs finished in 3rd place with a team score of 356.Aidan Willis was named all-conference after shooting an 87.

Gridiron Preview – Next Man Up

Thursday, September 21 by Cole Carter

As the Carmi-White County Bulldogs prepare for their Week 5 matchup with the Fairfield Mules, they receive tough news regarding Southern Illinois’ leading rusher.On the final play of Carmi’s 32-30 loss against Sesser-Valier in Week 4, senior running back Caleb...

Preparations Continue/Registrations Open for Several Corn Day Events

Thursday, September 21 by Jc Tinsley

Preparations continue for Corn Day 2023. Officials say there are 7 teams signed up so far for the Chili Cook Off. The event will be held on Saturday, October 14th from 11am – noon and more teams are welcome. The Chili Cook Off is...

Pro Rehab in Carmi is “Cooking”

Thursday, September 21 by Jc Tinsley

Originally from Eldorado, Dr. Jessica Cook moved to Carmi in 2008, has 3 kids and in May of 2021 she joined the Pro Rehab family. In the spring, Pro Rehab opened it’s forty-first clinic and third in Illinois at 1706 West Main in Carmi. ...

Grayville Council to Meet Monday, Sept 25th

Thursday, September 21 by Jc Tinsley

Grayville leaders will come together for their final September meeting Monday night. Agenda items include the Utopian Power Solar Project Proposal and Power Purchase Agreement that’s been in old business for weeks now. Commissioners will consider vacating a portion of platted Mulberry Street as...

Carmi Issues Boil Orders

Thursday, September 21 by WROY-WRUL News

Carmi Issues Boil OrdersA boil order has been issued for Carmi water customers. Customers on North Summit St, the 900 block of 9th St, Smith Dr, 700 block of Maple St, Smith St. & the east side of Schumaker will be under a BOIL ORDER until further notice.Carmi...

Local Sports Recap – September 21, 2023

Thursday, September 21 by Cole Carter

The Carmi-White County girls golf team played in the Black Diamond Conference match today, and the Lady Bulldogs took home 3rd Place.Ava Shiever placed 5th overall and was named All-Conference after shooting an 87. Maeve Atteberry shot...

Fish Sale Announced

Thursday, September 21 by WROY-WRUL News

The White County Soil and Water Conservation District announced the “fish truck” will be back in Carmi, Thursday, Oct. 12 around 11that morning.The truck will be parked at the USDA parking lot, next to CVS Pharmacy, here in Carmi and fish orders will be...

New Harmonie State Park to Host Craft Fair

Thursday, September 21 by WROY-WRUL News

Crafts at New Harmony State Park Saturday, Sept. 30 will be a big day at the New Harmonie State Park, as a giant craft fair is set to open at 9 that morning.Organizers say over 100 craft vendors will be selling their wares along with...

Several Arrest Made By Sheriff’s Department

Thursday, September 21 by WROY-WRUL News

It’s been a fairly busy week for the White County Sheriff’s Department as they have responded to a number of calls and have arrested four individuals since last Friday, Sept. 15.William Collins Faulkner, 52, Church Street, Carmi was arrested on an outstanding warrant for...