Local News

McLeansboro City Council Met Tuesday

Wednesday, November 20 by Nicole Behnke

The McLeansboro City Council met Tuesday night for less than an hour. Scott Mareing was there and has this report…The meeting was held at its soon-to-be new meeting place, the former St. Clement’s Catholic Church at 603 East Market Street.The board approved a proposal... Read More.

Carr Presents Cave-in-Rock Pirates and Outlaws at White County Historical Society Fall Dinner

Tuesday, November 19 by Jc Tinsley

He’s appeared in Shawneetown and Grayville in the last 12 months to discuss the fascinating history of Cave-in-Rock pirates and outlaws, and Monday evening, Todd Carr added the White County Historical Society to his docket of appearances made. The organization held it’s first fall... Read More.

Hometown Swirls and Sam Wilson Honored at Hamilton County Chamber Dinner

Tuesday, November 19 by Nicole Behnke

Members of the Hamilton County Chamber gathered on Saturday to bestow the esteemed Business of the Year and the highly respected Ted Satterfield awards to truly deserving individuals.Traditionally held at the beginning of the year, the Hamilton County Chamber board members decided to change... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND – Mary Poppins Jr presented by CWCHS

Tuesday, November 19 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi-White County High School Presents Mary Poppins Jr. on Friday, November 22nd, Saturday, November 23rd, and Sunday, November 24th. Friday and Saturday shows are at 7:30pm with a Sunday matinee at 2:30pm. In this episode, Jc sits down with cast and student directors Laney... Read More.

Cummins Arrested and Released

Tuesday, November 19 by Nicole Behnke

Last Friday, a traffic stop was conducted on a 1996 Suzuki driven by Bradly Cummins.According to the affidavit, the responding officer ran identification and registration through dispatch, with a couple of warnings surfacing. Cummins' license was found to be suspended in Illinois, and the... Read More.

Woman Turns Herself in at White County Probation

Tuesday, November 19 by Nicole Behnke

On Monday, the White County Probation office contacted a White County Sheriff Sergeant, who said that Caitlin Tyner was present and had an active Failure to Appear arrest warrant.The warrant dates back to a Theft charge in January 2022. Tyner was taken to the... Read More.

Road Work at Fairground Road in McLeansboro Starting in December

Monday, November 18 by Nicole Behnke

The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced that a project to replace the structure carrying Illinois 14 over Bear Creek in Hamilton County will begin, weather permitting, Monday Dec. 2.The project involves replacing the structure with a cast-in-place triple barrel box culvert.To complete the... Read More.

Traffic Safety Detail Results from White County Sheriff

Monday, November 18 by Nicole Behnke

The White County Sheriff’s Department, along with the Illinois State Police, conducted a Traffic Safety detail on I-64. The main focus of this detail was to enforce speed and safety for motorists along the interstate in White County.As a result, a total of 29... Read More.

2024-2025 CWCHS Basketball Preview

Monday, November 18 by Cole Carter

The 2023-2024 basketball season was memorable for Carmi-White County for both the Bulldogs and the Lady Bulldogs.With 50 combined wins between the two programs last season, both teams have high expectations for what should be an exciting 2024-2025 season.The Lady Bulldogs won 26 games... Read More.

Carmi Police Arrest Three Over Weekend

Monday, November 18 by Jc Tinsley

50-year-old Dale McLain will be in White County court Monday morning. He was due in court for Pre-Trial Hearing in relation to his June arrest on charges of Attempted Arson, Domestic Violence, and Assault. If he had any thoughts of missing that court date,... Read More.