MCPD Arrests – Tuesday 4/26

Wednesday, April 27 by Jc Tinsley

The following subjects were arrested by the Mt. Carmel Police Department. All subjects are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.04/26/2016- At approximately 12:40 pm, the Mt. Carmel Police responded to a 2 vehicle accident in the 200 block of W. 9th...

Reis Votes to Protect Funding for Roads

Wednesday, April 27 by Jc Tinsley

Springfield….State Rep. David Reis (R-Ste. Marie) recently voted to support a proposed Illinois Constitutional Amendment that seeks to protect a funding mechanism for Illinois’ roads, highways, and transportation systems. HJRCA...

Burbage named recipient of 2016 Dain Garrett Merit Award

Tuesday, April 26 by Jc Tinsley

Jeanette Burbage, a history major from Merrillville, Indiana, is the 2016 recipient of the Dain Garrett Merit Award. The award, which is accompanied by a $2,600 scholarship, is presented to one student each year who has overcome a significant physical, financial or academic obstacle.Burbage,...

MCPD Arrest Reports 4/21-4/23

Tuesday, April 26 by Jc Tinsley

The following subjects were arrested by the Mt. Carmel Police Department. All subjects are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.04/21/2016-Mt. Carmel Police arrested 18 year old Jordan R. Monts of Mt. Carmel after he was accused of violating an order of protection. ...

SIC Business Club Members Participate in State Leadership Conference

Tuesday, April 26 by Jc Tinsley

Southeastern Illinois College Phi Beta Lambda members competed in the 51st annual State Leadership Conference in Effingham. Pictured here are (l-r): Olivia Christian of Harrisburg , Emily Green of...

Ten years of trees for SIC

Tuesday, April 26 by Jc Tinsley

Pictured on the left of the maple tree (L-R) are: Marci Watson, Emily Henson, Susie Melton, Ellen Butler, Lennie Upchurch, Carol Hines, Marilyn King, Dr. Mary...

Farewell reception for David Port to be held May 1

Tuesday, April 26 by Jc Tinsley

On Sunday, May 1st, Trinity Assembly of God In Carmi is hosting a Church Family Farewell for Pastor David Port. Following the dinner there will be an open to the public cake and punch reception beginning at 6pm in the gymnasium. Everyone is invited...

ISP District 19 released April special enforcement results, announces May patrols

Tuesday, April 26 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police District 19 Commander Captain Kelly Hodge has released the results of several special patrols that Troopers conducted during April.On Saturday April 16, Troopers conducted an Alcohol Countermeasure Enforcement patrol in White County that resulted in one DUI arrest. Troopers also issued...

Carmi man sentenced in White County court on Monday

Tuesday, April 26 by Jc Tinsley

A Carmi man convicted in Hamilton County court on Friday was also sentenced in White County on Monday. States Attorney Denton Aud announced that 33 year old Curtis Bertram pled guilty to one...

Carmi Police investigate weekend theft; make Tuesday morning arrest

Tuesday, April 26 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Police Department took a theft report on Monday afternoon concerning a vehicle break in over the weekend. Harold Pennington told officers that someone stole a .22 caliber Browning handgun and a radar detector from his truck as it was parked in the...