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Wabash Chapter DAR Celebrates Constitution Week

Tuesday, September 17 by Jc Tinsley

Constitution Week is the commemoration of America’s most important document. It is celebrated annually during the week of September 17-23.The United States Constitution stands as a testament to the tenacity of Americans throughout history to maintain their liberties, freedoms and inalienable rights.The DAR initiated...

Local Sports Recap – September 17, 2024

Tuesday, September 17 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports RecapThe Carmi-White County Boys and Girls Golf teams hosted Zeigler-Royalton yesterday at the Carmi Country Club for Senior Night, and both teams came away victorious. The Lady Bulldogs won with a team score of 202.

ISP Make DUI Arrest Saturday Night in Carmi

Monday, September 16 by Jc Tinsley

Online records don’t yet indicate when a Carmi man is due in court following his arrest by Illinois State Police Saturday night. It was just before 10:30 when a trooper conducted the traffic stop due to a vehicle code violation according to the report. ...

Pets at Risk Looking for PAWgeant Contestants

Monday, September 16 by Jc Tinsley

Annual Corn Day festivities are fast approaching and so too is the 2nd annual Corn Dog PAWgeant! Pets at Risk is inviting you to bring your furry friends to strut their stuff on the red carpet Saturday, October 12th. A variety of category winners...

Karing for Kids (of all ages): Huck’s Makes Donation to White County Senior Citizens

Monday, September 16 by Jc Tinsley

A $500 check was presented on behalf of Huck’s to White County Senior Citizens in Carmi, Illinois. In addition, $250 worth of gift cards were also presented to the White County Senior Citizens Organization. This generous contribution is set to support senior residents across...

Carmi Police Arrest Two over the Weekend

Monday, September 16 by Jc Tinsley

A Carmi man is out on pre trial release following his arrest late Friday night at Wal Mart. Officers picked up 37-year-old John Smith of 8th Street at the retail outlet. According to the report, Smith was wanted on a White County warrant for...

Local Sports Recap – September 16, 2024

Monday, September 16 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports RecapBack on Saturday, the Carmi-White County Lady Bulldog Volleyball team went undefeated and brought home 1st Place at the Benton Invitational Tournament, for the 2nd consecutive year. The Lady Dogs defeated Woodlawn, Harrisburg, Salem, Benton, and Massac County...

Hamilton, Wayne, White Counties Combine for $62,394 Relay for Life Total

Saturday, September 14 by Jc Tinsley

The 2024 Hamilton/Wayne/White County Relay For Life season ended on August 31. This year's event was amazingly successful as official results reveal a total of $62,394 raised in honor of those touched by cancer. Individuals were recognized for their fundraising efforts. Patricia Hodgson, Top Individual...

Carmi Chamber to Welcome New Officer and Five New Board Members

Friday, September 13 by Jc Tinsley

The key to success for a Chamber of Commerce is a steady diet of both stability and fresh perspective. That’s why Chambers are designed with 4 year terms for board members and a 5 year stint for officers. It allows leaders enough time to...

Pets at Risk Receives Funds from Community Minded Partners

Friday, September 13 by Jc Tinsley

While it’s never a particularly good time to be a dog in the pound, all animals in White County are guaranteed of one thing…constant support thanks to the efforts of non-profit Pets at Risk. And it was a good week for the organization as...