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IEMA Cautions “When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors”

Monday, June 20 by Jc Tinsley

"When thunder roars, go indoors" is more than a catchy phrase about lightning safety. It’s a reminder that you’re at risk of being struck by lightning if you’re outdoors and can hear thunder. That’s the message the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA), the National... Read More.

Martin Blackledge Trust gives to White County charities

Monday, June 20 by Jc Tinsley

The Martin Blackledge Trust, a private foundation based in Carmi, approved grants to a number of local charities at its May, 2016 semi-annual meeting. Payments were made to the White County and Grayville Senior Citizens... Read More.

White County Relay for Life Exceeds Goal Friday Night

Monday, June 20 by Jc Tinsley

With more than $57,000 in by the end of the evening and another $4,000 expected according to event co-chair Patty Hodgson, it's easy to call this year's White County Relay for Life a resounding success.... Read More.

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Three sentenced in Hamilton County on drug charges Thursday

Friday, June 17 by Jc Tinsley

Three individuals were sentenced in Hamilton County Court on Thursday for drug charges according to States Attorney Justin Hood.28 year old Lenwood Arnold of McLeansboro pled guilty to a charge of possession of... Read More.

HARRISBURG RESIDENTS SELECTED FOR SPECIAL OLYMPICS ILLINOIS LIFETIME SERVICE AWARD

Friday, June 17 by Jc Tinsley

Doug and Stacy Cottom of Harrisburg have received the 2016 Special Olympics Illinois’ Outstanding Lifetime Service Award. They were honored at a reception on June 10 before the Special Olympics Illinois Summer Games Opening Ceremony at Illinois State University in Normal. The Outstanding Lifetime... Read More.

Carmi Chamber to Hold Ribbon Cutting for First Mid-Illinois Bank and Trust

Friday, June 17 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Chamber of Commerce will hold a Ribbon Cutting for First Mid-Illinois Bank and Trust, located at 116 W Main in Carmi, on June 22, 2016 at 10:30 am. Following the Ribbon Cutting, the bank will hold a Customer Appreciation Event from 11am... Read More.

Two sentenced in White County Court on Wednesday

Friday, June 17 by Jc Tinsley

Two individuals were sentenced in White County Court on Wednesday according to States Attorney Denton Aud.51 year old Stephanie Davis-Campbell received a two year term in Department of Corrections custody on a charge... Read More.

Carmi Police investigate thefts, make domestic battery arrest

Friday, June 17 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Police Department took a report of a stolen bicycle on Wednesday. Just before 4pm, Donita Smock told officers that someone had taken a boys Mongoose bike from her yard at 911 Stewart Street sometime Tuesday or Wednesday.The bike was registered with the... Read More.

Overall Job Growth Still Lags National Average as Illinoisans Leave Labor Force

Friday, June 17 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that the unemployment rate in May decreased 0.2 percentage points to 6.4 percent and nonfarm payrolls decreased by -2,500 jobs, based on preliminary data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and IDES.... Read More.

$45,000 in Unclaimed Property Up For Auction Online from Illinois Treasurer

Friday, June 17 by Jc Tinsley

Collectible coins, gold jewelry and sterling dinnerware are some of the 11,600 unclaimed property items worth $45,000 to be auctioned online June 20-24."Our unclaimed property team works hard to return valuables to their rightful owners," Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs said. "If the property goes... Read More.