Leaps and Bounds: Immel Talks Bullfrogs Swim Team Impact

Thursday, May 30 by Jc Tinsley

Let this sink in…swimming is one of the most ridiculous sports out there. Not what you’d expect to hear from the swim coach, Swimming is basically a sport to see who is the worst at drowning. But the rest of Martha Immel’s presentation at Kiwanis Thursday... Read More.

Respecting Our Elders – Lions Breakfast June 15 to Support White County Senior Citizen’s Center

Thursday, May 30 by Jc Tinsley

The Lions Club of Carmi is preparing for another community breakfast on June 15. This Club has historically held monthly breakfasts to support not only their own fundraising efforts, but those of other community organizations, as well.The proceeds from this... Read More.

County Board Approves Elected Official Raises; Anticipated Assessor Drama Doesn’t Materialize

Thursday, May 30 by Jc Tinsley

The White County Board met for more than an hour and a half Wednesday night, but the face off some were expecting never materialized. White County Supervisor of Assessments Gary Baxley and County Assessor Amy Edwards were both in attendance but never addressed each... Read More.

Illinois State Police Makes Aggravated DUI Arrest in Fatal Wayne County Crash

Thursday, May 30 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Criminal Investigation Zone 8 announces the arrest of 35-year-old Johnny E. Green of McLeansboro, IL for Aggravated Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol (Class 2 Felony) and Reckless Homicide (Class 3 Felony). On May 24, 2024, ISP... Read More.

Fairfieldian Arrested on Meth Charges Tuesday Afternoon in Carmi

Wednesday, May 29 by Jc Tinsley

While you were at work Tuesday, Carmi Police were placing cuffs on 31-year-old Norman Mier of Fairfield on a slew of charges. Mier remains behind bars after police stopped him near the corner of Stewart and Hillsdale. There he was arrested on a Wayne... Read More.

Grayville Council Gathers for Final May Meeting

Wednesday, May 29 by Jc Tinsley

Grayville leaders are inching toward having to start moving on their water replacement project. The city was awarded a $550,000 Development Block Grant through the state executed in December. Per a new guideline, the project must be advertised within 6 months of the grant... Read More.

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May Meeting for Township Includes Assessor Situation

Tuesday, May 28 by Nicole Behnke

Assessor Amy Edwards discussed the equalizer set for the County at the Carmi Township meeting. "We have an equalizer now of 11%, I think, is that correct? That I'm being blamed for also, because all my properties are under-assessed. This is just showing that it's... Read More.

Carmi Fireworks Moving to June 29th for 2024

Tuesday, May 28 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce a new date for this year’s annual Carmi Fireworks Show. It was brought to the Chamber’s attention early to mid-May that the pyro technician that was booked for the annual show would not be able to... Read More.

Lions and Vendors and Yard Sales – Oh My!

Tuesday, May 28 by Jc Tinsley

courtesy of Hailey Winkleman for WROY/WRUL NewsThe Lions Club of Carmi will hold their annual Vendor Fair on June 1 from 8am-1pm. The Club usually holds the Fair on the first Saturday of June each year, and are excited to have several... Read More.

Joseph All the Time – Carmi League of Arts Presents “Dreamcoat” June 21-23 for 50th Anniversary

Tuesday, May 28 by Jc Tinsley

Courtesy of Hailey Winkleman for WROY/WRUL NewsThe Carmi League of Arts Proudly Presents Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, June 21-23! The League is excited to celebrate their 50th Anniversary with this musical reimagining the Biblical story of... Read More.