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In Edwards County court on Friday, 42 year old Kenneth Bryant of Albion was sentenced to four years in prison after violating probation from a 2014 case.  Bryant was originally sentenced to probation on one count of Aggravated DUI that resulted in the... Read More.

Each year at its Annual Foundation Dinner, the Hamilton Memorial Hospital District Foundation recognizes an individual - living or deceased, or group who has made an outstanding contribution to the health and welfare of residents of our area by presenting the Distinguished Healthcare Provider... Read More.

Fairfield Memorial Hospital hosted a Region 5 Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) workshop.  This workshop was designed to enhance the pediatric care provided in the Region’s Hospital Emergency departments.  Nearly 50 hospital professionals were in attendance for this specialized training. Through this program,... Read More.

Kathy Taylor, FNP joins Hamilton Memorial Hospital Carmi Family Clinic medical provider Wes Henson, FNP. Hamilton Memorial Hospital is pleased to welcome long-time local family nurse practitioner, Kathy Taylor to the Hamilton Memorial Hospital Carmi Family Clinic. “Kathy is a long-tenured, proven leader in the... Read More.

(left to right:  Team members Melissa Sloan, Deb McKinney Huff, Judy Mitchell, Lovella Craddock, Pam Flannigan; Hamilton Memorial Hospital CEO, Greg Sims)The Hamilton County based Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure team "The Bobbetts" received the 2015 "Longest Mile" Award for... Read More.

VA to be at the Hope Center Wednesday Nov 4th from 8:30 to noon.  Jeffrey G. Lewis Jr. from the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs will be assisting Veterans in certifying DD-214-forms.On July 1st Jesse White announced a new Veteran's Designation on Drivers License... Read More.

11/01/2015Mt. Carmel Police arrested 42 year old Rodney D. Deisher of Mt. Carmel.  Police received a 911 call to 1901 N. Cherry Street reference a disturbance.  When police arrived on scene they were told that Deisher and his girlfriend had been in an altercation.  According... Read More.

One of the most important and core values of 4-H is community service and leadership. 4-H members work tirelessly with both their club and county to support their community in many shapes and forms. Kids Helping Kids is an organization consisting of 4-H... Read More.

Area garden enthusiasts and garden club members can receive intensive horticulture training in exchange for volunteer hours through University of Illinois Extension’s Master Gardener program. This program is looking for individuals who not only love gardening and landscaping but who also enjoy sharing their... Read More.

Gene Skipworth, a retired United Methodist minister, will be at the Carmi Public Library for a book signing on Monday, November 16 at 6:30 p.m.Wear Your Collarchronicles some of his experiences with motorcycle gang members while serving as minister to an inner city United... Read More.