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The Print Shop Designing a Business Model for Success

Thursday, August 16 by Jc Tinsley

It’s not something most people would have the guts to do, taking on a new business that’s largely new to you (with regards to processes and machines at least) while the launch of your first new business is still only a few months old. ...

Survey: Illinois’ Small Business Owners say State has Failed Them

Thursday, August 16 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois’ small business owners say the state’s business climate is worse than any other in the nation.Online services company Thumbtack has released the results of its

Rauner Says Private Employers Shouldn’t Be Forced into State Sponsored Retirement Plans

Thursday, August 16 by Jc Tinsley

Gov. Bruce Rauner said private employers shouldn’t be forced to take part in a state-sponsored retirement plan for employees, but Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs is working to override the governor’s veto of...

Wabash Christian Village Adds Therapist

Thursday, August 16 by Jc Tinsley

Wabash Christian Village has added a Physical Therapist with more than 2 decades of experience to their ranks. Holly Russell joins the team at Wabash Christian as an in house therapist. She says she’s happy to be working with a great group of individuals...

WROY/WRUL launch Pet of the Week Feature

Tuesday, August 14 by Jc Tinsley

In the hopes of connecting pets in need with loving forever homes, WROY and WRUL Radio have launched a new Pet of the Week Feature in cooperation with State Farm Agent Dave Matheny. Weekly, a displaced animal that’s being temporarily homed at the Carmi...

Another Bike Stolen In Carmi

Tuesday, August 14 by Jc Tinsley

Another bicycle bandit is on the loose in Carmi.Carmi Police Officer David Beam filed a report of a stolen bike from Casey’s on Sunday at 11 am.Carmi resident Brendon McFarland filed the report with police.If you have information on the stolen bike, call Carmi...

Two men are headed to prison after sentencing

Tuesday, August 14 by Jc Tinsley

Two men are headed to prison after sentencing in White County Court on Monday.37 year old Kevin Yokel of Bellmont was charged with a Class 4 Felony for Driving While License Revoked. He was sentenced to two years in the Department of Corrections.36 year...

Demolition Derby Wraps Up White County Fair

Monday, August 13 by Jc Tinsley

The White County Fair came to a close on Saturday evening with the biggest night of the week. A packed grandstand enjoyed large participation in the Open Demolition Derby. Five classes brought competitors from far and wide.Carmi was represented well, as they were in...

Wabash General Hospital Expanding in Albion

Monday, August 13 by Jc Tinsley

Wabash General Hospital is pleased to announce the expansion of their services in Albion. WGH will be opening a new medical clinic in the Fall of 2018.The clinic will be located at 26 E. Elm Street, Albion, Illinois.This clinic will be open Monday through...

Thief Steals Child’s Riding Toy

Monday, August 13 by Jc Tinsley

Bicycles aren’t the only riding target of thieves in Carmi now.Just after noon on Thursday, Carmi Police Officer Lucas recorded a report filed by Lori Simmons of North Fourth Street of a stolen child’s riding toy.Simmons told Lucas that someone had stolen a green...