Local News

Nearly Five Hour Manhunt Ends in Arrest

Tuesday, June 15 by Jc Tinsley

Wabash County law enforcement successfully brought a Mt. Vernon, IL man thought to be armed and dangerous into custody last night. 27 year old Ashton Harper of Jefferson County was wanted on a Wayne County warrant for a stolen vehicle, as well as traffic... Read More.

White County Board Meeting Recap from June 14, 2021

Tuesday, June 15 by Jc Tinsley

The White County Board is looking to buy real estate. During the Monday morning meeting, the county board agreed to offer $50,000 for the now defunct Carmi Times building.In addition to purchasing it as a “just in case”, board members say they prefer to... Read More.

Carmi American Legion Opens Season 2-1 with a Win at Boonville and a DoubleHeader Weekend Split

Monday, June 14 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi American Legion Post 224 Coach Pat Stewart’s team got their season off to a solid start by dispatching Boonville Friday evening. Post 224 went down 1 – 0 in the first before unloading for 7 runs in the second inning. Boonville got 2... Read More.

Bridge Commissions Learn Details on Upcoming Study; Dealing with Trespassers

Monday, June 14 by Jc Tinsley

On May 21st, the New Harmony Bridge closed suddenly and unexpectedly. That hasn’t stopped folks from traipsing about, back and forth across it however. That’s one of many things we learned at the Friday joint meeting of White and Posey County Bridge Commissions. Indiana... Read More.

Kingery Left to Be Arrested by Runaway Suspect

Monday, June 14 by Jc Tinsley

If 33 year old Robin Kingery needed proof she was hanging around the wrong people, a Carmi Police report provides it. She was left to deal with the police and is now facing a handful of new charges after the driver of a car... Read More.

Wonder Market Robbed Saturday

Monday, June 14 by Jc Tinsley

Owners at the Wonder Market in Norris City say they were robbed early Saturday morning. There’s been no report yet from the White County Sheriff’s Office or Norris City Police, that we’ve received anyway. Owner of the store, Lesley Ray posted security footage of... Read More.

Police Arrest Carmi Man on Warrants along with Slew of New Charges

Monday, June 14 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police arrested 32 year old Shiloh Walden Saturday afternoon. Officers say they attempted to stop the green GMC truck he was driving in the area of 8th and H Street around 1:30pm. It appears Walden was considering fleeing at least as he continued... Read More.

Carmi Woman Reports Dog Theft

Monday, June 14 by Jc Tinsley

A Carmi woman says someone has stolen her dog. The report came in Sunday around 4pm. 22 year old Deanne Miller says someone took her Golden Retriever/Australian Shepard mix from her residence on Fackney Street on Friday. A theft report was signed.A photo of... Read More.

White County Chapter of Sleep in Heavenly Peace Exceeds Goal on Bunks Across America Day

Monday, June 14 by Jc Tinsley

Around five dozen volunteers braved what turned into a sultry Saturday to help build their part in Sleep in Heavenly Peace’s nationwide goal of 7,500 beds. It was hot, but the reason for their work kept smiles on everyone’s faces. Kyle Fenton organized the... Read More.