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OPEN LINE-On Demand-Cassie and Emmerson with Black Out Bait and Tackle

Wednesday, May 31 by WROY-WRUL News

In this episode of Open Line-On Demand- Heather talks with Cassie Parson and Emmerson Ritchie about the new Black out Bait and Tackle in Rend Lake as well as their location in Crossville. If you wanna fish, they have you covered! Tune in to... Read More.

Rawlinson Arrested For Aggravated Fleeing Following High Speed Chase

Wednesday, May 31 by WROY-WRUL News

A Maunie man that led local law enforcement agencies on a high speed chase is being held in the White County Jail. Late Thursday evening, Deputy Michael Brown was on patrol on E Main Street in Carmi when he observed a 1984 Honda Motorcycle... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – May 31, 2023

Wednesday, May 31 by Cole Carter

Multiple Carmi-White County Lady Bulldogs were named to the Black Diamond Conference All-Conference softball team earlier this week.Audrey Upton was named Conference MVP. Alayna Johnson and Kassi Milligan also received All-Conference nods. There is still... Read More.

White Arrested On White County Warrant

Tuesday, May 30 by WROY-WRUL News

A Carmi man appeared in White County Court via zoom this morning after being arrested on a White County Warrant Thursday evening. Deputy Michael Brown was on patrol when he spotted 33 year old Joshua White of Burrell Street and knew him to be... Read More.

MAGnum Storage Solutions Holds Ribbon Cutting

Tuesday, May 30 by Jc Tinsley

A unique storage solution is now open. Mitch and Mary Ann Gross have officially launched MAGnum Storage Solutions at 300 North Church Street in Carmi. It was never originally planned to offer storage though. Mitch Gross explains. “Originally I was looking for a room or... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND – This is For You 2023 with Rene Hardy

Tuesday, May 30 by Jc Tinsley

In it's 4th year now, This is For You 2023 comes your way on Saturday, June 3rd at Bradshaw Park. Jc sits down with event organizer Rene Hardy to break down the completely free event's origins, what volunteers have planned for this year, and... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – May 30, 2023

Tuesday, May 30 by Cole Carter

Late last week the Carmi-White County Bulldog baseball team held their end-of-the-year banquet, and numerous players were given awards and all-conference nods.Caleb Seibers was named offensive player of the year as well as all-conference.Cade Allen was named defensive... Read More.

Carmi Police Make Arrests Thursday

Friday, May 26 by Jc Tinsley

61 year old Robin Watkins of Oak Street in Carmi is behind bars after neighbors called to say she had entered their residence without permission. Carmi Police were called to the home in the 9 o’clock hour Thursday morning. Watkins was subsequently arrested and... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – May 26, 2023

Friday, May 26 by Cole Carter

It was an exciting day for Carmi-White County athletes on Thursday as 8 Bulldogs were competing at the IHSA state finals in both track and tennis, unfortunately nobody was able to advance to the next round.Bryce Conner finished 24th with... Read More.

From South Florida to Southeastern Illinois…Somer Helwig Brings Dance (for kids and adults) to Carmi

Thursday, May 25 by Jc Tinsley

One Step Up Dance Studio has made the move from south Florida to Carmi and is open for business. Somer Helwig says she offers a variety of classes for a variety of ages. We offer point, ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, and acrobatics for ages 2-18. ... Read More.