Dog Days of Summer

Wednesday, June 30 by Jc Tinsley

Dog Days of Summer While the tri-state has received some relief from the recent high temperatures that are making millions of Americans miserable the heat can be deadly when it comes to the family pet.Pet owners are reminded there is a lot of summer left... Read More.

Illinois Fireworks and the Law

Wednesday, June 30 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Fireworks and the LawOn Independence Day, Americans celebrate the freedoms guaranteed by countless sacrifices of others with parades through town, backyard barbecues and shooting off fireworks.Just listen around July 4, and you know how many Illinoisans celebrate with backyard fireworks. But Illinois considers... Read More.

Crossville Fourth of July Celebration

Wednesday, June 30 by Jc Tinsley

Crossville Fourth of July Celebration The Village of Crossville will be celebrating Independence Day, a day early this year, with festivities planned for Saturday, July 3rd, including a fireworks display. Years ago, Crossville was the site of massive fireworks on the July Fourth holiday, so residents... Read More.

Carmi Fireworks Sunday

Wednesday, June 30 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Fireworks Carmi residents are invited to enjoy a massive fireworks display this year, however, the Lions Club’s sponsored car show has been moved to September.Kelly Northcott, Carmi Chamber of Commerce Director, explained the fireworks are set to begin around 9 Sunday night, July 4.WRUL... Read More.

Busy Monday for Sheriff’s Department

Tuesday, June 29 by Jeremy Smith

Monday turned out to be a busy day for the White County Sheriff’s Department as Sheriff Randy Graves and Sgt. Craig Poole, along with Deputy Scott Cantrell were all busy with reports. Sheriff Graves responded to an oil lease near Rising Sun, after the owner... Read More.

Wednesday Water Outage in Carmi

Tuesday, June 29 by Jeremy Smith

Water Outage Water main construction will result in a planned water outage set for this (Wednesday) morning beginning at 8 and lasting about six hours. The areas affected include both sides of the 400 block and 501 to 509 Plum Street, all of Cora Street,... Read More.

Tri-State Fireworks

Tuesday, June 29 by Jeremy Smith

The lifting of Covid restrictions is good news for fans of fireworks as many Tri-State communities will be hosting Fourth of July displays this year.That after most Independence Day celebrations were cancelled last year.Evansville will be hosting Fireworks on the Ohio,Sunday, July 4th after... Read More.

Quilts of Valor

Tuesday, June 29 by Jeremy Smith

Quilts of Valor The Wayne County Farm Bureau announced a new initiative in the community to make handmade quilts for Wayne County Veterans. The Farm Bureau recently donated $2,000 to the volunteers of the Wayne County Quilts of Valor.David White, president of the Wayne County... Read More.

Blood Supplies Down

Tuesday, June 29 by Jeremy Smith

Blood Supplies Down To say Covid has been disruptive would be a bit of an understatement as all aspects of life have been affected by the virus, including blood supplies.The American Red Cross continues to experience a severe blood shortage that is affecting blood availability... Read More.

Grayville City Council Met Monday

Tuesday, June 29 by Jeremy Smith

The Grayville City Council met in regular session Monday night. The Treasurer Reports $1,455,500.42 in the Restricted Account, $918,375.83 in the Investment Account, and $211,045.42 in Cash Available for Operations, for a total of $2,584,921.67.The mayor reports the pool is now up and running... Read More.