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Carmi White County Ladies Fall to Harrisburg

Thursday, November 22 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi White County Ladies Fall to Harrisbug It was a battle of the Lady Bulldogs Wednesday night in a game broadcast on our sister station; WRUL 97.3 FM, the Carmi White County Ladies fell to Harrisburg 55 to 29.The Carmi gals were led by Julia...

State Police Announce Patrol Results

Thursday, November 22 by Jc Tinsley

State Police Announce Patrol Results Illinois State Police District 19 Commander Captain Cory Ristvedt recently announced the results of a couple traffic enforcement patrols conducted in Hamilton and White Counties earlier this month.An occupant restraint enforcement patrol resulted in 15 safety belt citations and 11...

Christmas Parade Entries Needed

Thursday, November 22 by Jc Tinsley

Parade Entries Needed It’s a White County Christmas will kick in to high gear Saturday, Dec. 1 with the annual Lighted Christmas parade and the arrival of Santa Claus.The Carmi Chamber of Commerce has once again planned a lighted Christmas parade, and while there have...

WADI Withdrawing From Senior Programs

Thursday, November 22 by Jc Tinsley

WADI Withdrawing From Senior Programs Southeastern Illinois Area Agency on Aging reported with regret that Wabash Area Development Inc (WADI) will be withdrawing participation in senior programs beginning Dec. 21.A spokesman for the Area Agency on Aging said they were surprised by the decision, but...

Talking Politics on Turkey Day

Thursday, November 22 by Jc Tinsley

Talking Politics on Turkey Day Back in the day, politics and religion were taboo subjects to discuss at any time, much less holidays. But over the years ,with news coverage 24/7, politics has become a topic that is often hard to avoid.With that in mind,...

Today is Thanksgiving

Thursday, November 22 by Jc Tinsley

Today is Thanksgiving Today, Thursday, Nov. 22 is Thanksgiving, a national holiday, but more importantly a day of giving thanks.It’s a day of family gatherings and a day of eating too much, as the Thanksgiving meal is generally the largest meal prepared at homes across...

White County Christmas Events Continue

Wednesday, November 21 by Jc Tinsley

White County Christmas Events ContinueIts A White County Christmas is a long-standing tradition here in Carmi that features a number of special events including the White County Christmas Parade and the official arrival of Santa Claus.The event has often been held the weekend after...

Rockin the Cure Two Tonight

Wednesday, November 21 by Jc Tinsley

Rockin the Cure Two TonightLooking for a chance to get out of the house this evening but don’t want to worry about skipping out on Thanksgiving eve chores.Well, Rockin the Cure Two, will help alleviate any guilt as you can get out of the...

Sweats for Vets a Success

Wednesday, November 21 by Jc Tinsley

Sweats for Vets Program a Success Students at Washington Attendance Center recently wrapped up a special service project called; Sweats for Vets.The students collected sweatshirts, sweatpants, socks, thermal underwear, slippers, gloves, hats, pajamas, blankets and t-shirts for veterans after learning veterans at the Marion VA...

Carmi School Board Approves New Hires

Wednesday, November 21 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi White County School Board Approves Hires The Carmi White County School Board approved several hires during a closed session Monday night.The board approved the employment of Becky Clayton as the Brownsville Attendance Center secretary for the 2018-2019 school year. Clayton fills a vacancy created...