Local News

Local Lawmakers Weigh In on Legislative Map Drawing

Friday, May 7 by Jc Tinsley

Portions of this story contributed by IRNIllinois House Republicans say Democrats are picking their voters by drawing new legislative boundaries behind closed doors.Several leading House Republicans held a news conference outside of a room inside a building at the capitol complex they say Democrats... Read More.

Kiwanis Honors Three Men for 30, 35, and 50 years of Membership

Friday, May 7 by Jc Tinsley

In life, we celebrate longevity and commitment. 50 year anniversaries are impressive, or at least they carry some more weight than 5 years. Typically, those commitments are to an individual or a workplace. Occasionally, there are individuals who additionally commit to serving their communities... Read More.

Carmi Woman Arrested for Meth in Rural Norris City

Friday, May 7 by Jc Tinsley

White County Sheriff’s authorities have made another meth arrest, this time a female from Carmi late Wednesday night. No real details were released other than 39 year old Erin Warrner of Sycamore Street was picked up at a location described as on Route 45... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND – Zoom Call with Egyptian Health Department CEO Angie Hampton

Thursday, May 6 by Jc Tinsley

In this episode of Open Line ON DEMAND, Jc visits with Hampton about the pandemic of course, but also specifically about National Children's Mental Health Awareness Day. EHD is setting up a drive through event at Jefferson Attendance Center in Carmi from 4p -... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND with Deputy Press Secretary Rachel French

Thursday, May 6 by Jc Tinsley

Cherry Street Food Pantry Open in Carmi Today…Egyptian Health Department to be at Jefferson Attendance Center this Afternoon

Thursday, May 6 by Jc Tinsley

It’s the first Thursday of the month and that means it’s food pantry time at Cherry Street Baptist in Carmi. From 9am – 11am, Keith Johnson says the pantry will be open at it’s annex next to the church. The food pantry serves about... Read More.

Two Fairfield Men Sentenced in White County Court for Roles in March Burglary

Thursday, May 6 by Jc Tinsley

Two more men are headed to prison following their sentencing hearings Wednesday in White County court. State’s Attorney Denton Aud tells us 22 year old Caleb M. Czak of Fairfield will spend the next 5 years behind bars for his conviction of a Class... Read More.

Superintendent Brad Lee Honored by Egyptian Region of IASA

Thursday, May 6 by Jc Tinsley

Mr. Brad Lee, Superintendent of Carmi White County Unit 5 schools is being honored by his colleagues. Lee was named a Superintendent of Distinction Wednesday at an awards program held by the Egyptian Region of the Illinois Association of School Administrators. A total of... Read More.

Carmi Lions Club Planning City Wide Rummage Sale and Farmers Market

Thursday, May 6 by Jc Tinsley

Leaders with the Carmi Lions Club are encouraging the community to cooperatively come together for city wide rummage sales on June 5th. Lions Club representative Donnie Ridenour says the club is sponsoring the sale and will also hold a farmer’s market on the first... Read More.

Carmi Rifle Club Planning Brownells-NRA Day

Thursday, May 6 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Rifle Club will host a Brownells/NRA Day on Saturday, June 5th. Valinda Rowe is the event director and says she’s proud to continue southern Illinois’ rich heritage of firearm ownership and sport shooting. It’s open to men, women and youth ages 9... Read More.