Local News

Carmi Police Arrest Two; Take Signed Theft Complaint from Another over Holiday Weekend

Monday, July 8 by Jc Tinsley

A 44-year-old Carmi woman is behind bars facing multiple felony charges. Carmi Police arrested Evelyn Morris Saturday afternoon at a home on Schumaker. The report indicates Morris sliced the forearm of a 22-year-old female and subsequently resisted during her arrest. Authorities say an officer... Read More.

Dog, Cat, and Small Pet Show Kicks off White County 4-H Fair Saturday

Monday, July 8 by Jc Tinsley

Submitted by Amy McCartyThe 2024 White County 4-H fair was kicked off with a nice morning of clean up at the floral hall and livestock barn. Then the dogs, cats, and small pets were the first to show.We had seven 4-Hers, Grace McCarty, Ann... Read More.

CWC Football Camps Coming Later this Month

Saturday, July 6 by Cole Carter

Jr. Pro Football Camp will be held July 15th, 16th, and 17th from 10 AM - 11:30 AM at the football practice field at the end of College Blvd.Jr. Pro Camp is available for anyone entering grades 3-8 and will cost $30 per athlete.Players... Read More.

Jr. Pro Football Sign Ups to be Held this Week

Saturday, July 6 by Cole Carter

Just like that, it is time for another season of Jr. Pro Football in Carmi.Sign ups for the 2024 Jr. Pro Football teams will begin this week at the football practice field at the end of College Blvd.Sign ups will be held; Monday, July 8th... Read More.

Jr. High Baseball Preparing for 2024 Season

Saturday, July 6 by Cole Carter

Preparations for the 2024 Carmi-White County Jr. High baseball season are underway.Travis Black enters his first season as the Bullpups' head coach, bringing experience both as a player and assistant coach.Coach Black and the Bullpups will be hosting numerous 'open fields' this month at... Read More.

Fly Arrested on Small Claims Warrant

Friday, July 5 by Nicole Behnke

A Jefferson County warrant sent an Enfield man to jail. Douglas Fly was arrested by the White County Sheriff’s Department on July 4th on a Body Attachment warrant, pertaining to a small claims case with the Orthopedic Center of Southern Illinois back in 2023.... Read More.

Holland Arrested on Warrant

Friday, July 5 by Nicole Behnke

A Carmi woman spent her Fourth of July behind bars. 27-year-old Senekqua Holland was arrested by Carmi Police on a White County warrant for Failure to Appear on an Aggravated Battery of a Peace Officer charge that happened back in 2022. Holland pled guilty... Read More.

Norris City Chamber – July Member Of The Month Wild Bunch Athletics

Wednesday, July 3 by Jc Tinsley

In this episode of Open Line, Jc sits down with Norris City Chamber representative Whitney Westbrook and July Member of the Month owner, Danielle Healy of Wild Bunch Athletics. Learn more about the business' beginnings and services. Plus, find out about the weekly farmers... Read More.

Mayor Pollard Responds to Criticism

Tuesday, July 2 by Jc Tinsley

Those looking for fireworks at the Carmi City Council meeting July 2nd were left stymied. Instead of addressing an anonymous letter sent prior to the June 18th meeting, Mayor Pollard instead said he was waiting until the meeting was adjourned and then would pass... Read More.

Peddler Permits for the Farmers Market a Main Topic for Norris City Village Meeting

Tuesday, July 2 by Nicole Behnke

The Norris City Village Board met in its regular monthly session for about an hour Monday night. Scott Mareing was there and has this report…Ashley Garlick, Vice President of the Chamber of Commerce and two other members spoke to the board concerning peddler permits... Read More.