Local Sports Recap – March 7, 2024

Thursday, March 7 by Cole Carter

A Solution in Search of a Problem: Viserion Grain Issues Statement on Senate Bill 3654

Wednesday, March 6 by Jc Tinsley

Help us ROAR! – Lions Breakfast March 23 to Support Club Activities

Wednesday, March 6 by Jc Tinsley

The Lions Club of Carmi is preparing for another pancake breakfast on March 23. This Club has consistently held monthly breakfasts to support community-focused organizations like the Pregnancy Help Center, We Love White County, and more. However, the proceeds from this month’s...

First Bank Presents Threes for Threes Check; Breaking $1,800 after Two Seasons

Wednesday, March 6 by Jc Tinsley

Another year, another First Bank Three for Three, another donation to Carmi White County Schools. After historic performances by both the Varsity Boys and Girls Bulldogs Basketball squads, Amanda Sallee-Nelson and Bev Vaught presented a check for $975 to Carmi White County schools Wednesday. ...

Open Line ON DEMAND – Norris City Chamber – March 2024

Wednesday, March 6 by Jc Tinsley

In this episode of Open Line ON DEMAND, Jc visits with the Norris City Chamber of Commerce's Amanda Courson, the organization's Member of the Month, Tina Richardson from Tina's Trinkets and Treasures, and NCOE High School CEO Student and Senior Mercedes Hise. Tune in...

Carmi Council Approves TIF Agreements; Amends Liquor Ordinance Tuesday Night

Wednesday, March 6 by Jc Tinsley

Local business owners will make improvements to downtown businesses thanks to Tax Increment Financing agreements approved at Tuesday night’s Carmi City Council meeting. Gary and Mary Cates, who own the building Blankenship Auto Parts operates out of, will receive up to $25,000 for a...

Local Sports Recap – March 6, 2024

Wednesday, March 6 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports Recap Brought to you by: Deep South in McLeansboro.Carmi-White County senior girls basketball player, Mara Serafini, was named to the Illinois Basketball Coaches Association All-State Special Mention Team. Serafini led the Lady Bulldogs to a 26-win season, which included a...

Fairfield Man Arrested on Theft and Drug Charges Monday

Tuesday, March 5 by Jc Tinsley

A Fairfield man is behind bars in the White County Jail after Carmi Police arrested him Monday morning on the corner of Oak and 6th. According to authorities, 40 year old Edward Riley was taken into custody following a retail theft from Tractor Supply...

Serafini Receives All-State Mention

Tuesday, March 5 by Cole Carter

One last accolade for the Carmi-White County senior..Mara Serafini was named to the 2024 Illinois Basketball Coaches Association All-State Special Mention Team.Serafini adds yet another accolade to her incredible senior season, so let's just take a look at the awards and accomplishments she has...