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Wayne County Sheriff’s Report 1/5/2023

Thursday, January 5 by Blake Seely

The Wayne County Sheriff’s Department had a busy day and had multiple arrests on their hands on Wednesday. A 41 year old Cisne man was arrested on Wednesday. Robert Seymore was arrested and charged with burglary and possession of methamphetamine. The burglary charges stem from...

Ferrell Hospital in Eldorado Recognized for Exceptional Quality and Care

Thursday, January 5 by Blake Seely

Story curtesy of ICAHNThe Illinois Critical Access Hospital Network (ICAHN) recently recognized Ferrell Hospital, Eldorado, for its ongoing commitment to exceptional quality of care, during a ceremony held November 10th at the I-Hotel and Conference Center, Champaign, IL.As part of the Federal Office of...

White County Board to Meet January 10th, 2023

Thursday, January 5 by Blake Seely

The White County Board will meet for their first monthly meeting of the year on January 10th at 7pm. They have a full agenda on tap for the night with several new items of business. They will consider the approval of...

Carmi Township Board Meeting Agenda for 1/20/2023

Thursday, January 5 by Blake Seely

The Carmi Township Board will meet January 10th at 6pm at 304 S. Church street in Carmi. New business includes the Loss Control Policy Adoption and the Economic Interest Statement Names to County Clerk. There will also be reports from the Treasurer, the Clerk,...

Carmi Police Department Report 1/5/2023

Thursday, January 5 by Blake Seely

A Maunie man is behind bars after being charged with Domestic Battery. Brenton Jones of Washington Street had a complaint signed against him on Sunday after the victim reportedly had extensive injuries to her head and body. Jones was charged with Aggravated Domestic Battery,...

Open Line ON DEMAND – Norris City Chamber of Commerce

Thursday, January 5 by Jc Tinsley

In this episode of Open Line ON DEMAND, Jc sits down with Norris City Chamber of Commerce president Emmy Pruitt and their inaugural Member of the Month, Matt Healy of Catalyst Health Plans. Tune in for more on Matt and what's going on with...

Local Sports Recap – January 5, 2023

Thursday, January 5 by Cole Carter

Tonight the Carmi-White County girls basketball team will host Edwards County for a Black Diamond Conference matchup at McDougal-Evers Gymnasium. Carmi comes into the game with a record of 6-11 after falling to Harrisburg on Tuesday night. Edwards County on the other...

City of Carmi: New Parks Curfew and City Information

Wednesday, January 4 by Blake Seely

The City of Carmi would like to take this opportunity to remind area residents of various items:First, the City of Carmi has passed an ordinance implementing a curfew in all City owned parks from 10 pm- 5am. More information can...

Eric Snodgrass to Keynote Farm Finance Forum

Wednesday, January 4 by Blake Seely

The Fairfield National Bank and the Wayne County Farm Bureau are excited to bring back the Farm Finance Forum on Friday, February 3. The forum will feature a series of well-known speakers that will cover a variety of topics related to financial matters on...

Annual Dinner Meeting of Wayne County Chamber of Commerce Scheduled for March 13th

Wednesday, January 4 by Blake Seely

The Annual Dinner Meeting of The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce is scheduled for Monday, March 13, 2023. During the meeting, the Business of the Year and Community Service Award will be presented.Nominations for recipients of these awards are being accepted at the Chamber...