Carmi Police Arrest Two on Warrants

Friday, August 10 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police made 2 warrant arrests Wednesday morning. Just after 8:30, 39 year old Michael Barkley of Carmi was picked up on a Domestic Battery warrant originally issued by the White County Sheriff’s Department. Detective Chris Pollard made the arrest at the Probation Office... Read More.

Wabash Christian Therapy Hosts Senior Fit Testing

Friday, August 10 by Jc Tinsley

Remember being elementary age and the physical fitness tests you took? How do you think you’d fair at those tests today? And how does it apply to your life now? Wabash Christian Therapy believes it does matter…and similar tests as you mature are important... Read More.

NCOE School Board Discusses After School Services

Friday, August 10 by Jc Tinsley

The NCOE school board had a short meeting this month on Wednesday August 8th at the Superintendent’s office. The minutes and bills were approved as presented. Danielle Healy attended the meeting to present information to the Board about her new business, Wild Bunch Athletics. She... Read More.

Grayville Council Meeting Set for Monday

Friday, August 10 by Jc Tinsley

City leaders in Grayville will come together Monday evening for their August Council meeting. Among the items on their agenda include hearing a request from Sheila Cooper for a liquor license. We also expect to find out how the meeting between Albion officials and... Read More.

Adult Literacy Grant to Benefit IECC

Friday, August 10 by Jc Tinsley

Secretary of State and State Librarian Jesse White is awarding nearly five million dollars in Adult Literacy Grants to help develop and enhance reading, math, writing and English language skills. White says, “An estimated 2.1 million Illinoisans need adult literacy and/or English language instruction.” ... Read More.

With CEO Program, Students Begin the Journey of a Lifetime

Friday, August 10 by Jc Tinsley

While most high school students are thinking about school supplies, classes and extracurriculars, White County CEO students are thinking about what it looks like to start and run their own business. Next Thursday, Carmi and NCOE students will begin the third CEO program year, along... Read More.

Back to School Costs On Rise

Thursday, August 9 by Jc Tinsley

The price tag for parents to send their kids back to school this year is estimated at more than $500. Accounting and consulting firm Deloitte has a new survey that puts the price tag per family at $510. That’s for things like shoes, pens,... Read More.

Fatal Head-On Collision Near Fairfield

Thursday, August 9 by Jc Tinsley

One is dead and three are injured after a head-on collision by the Merriam Crossroads east of Fairfield yesterday morning. Wayne County Coroner Jimmy Taylor says 66-year-old Fairfield resident Beverly Johnson was pronounced dead at the scene. She was taking her grandson to register... Read More.

Owen Cases Finalized in White County Court

Thursday, August 9 by Jc Tinsley

In White County Court Wednesday, Wendi Owen’s cases were finalized. The 46 year old Grayville woman will serve additional time that’s been added on to her previously imposed sentence. Owen pled guilty to Class 4 felonies of Aggravated Assault, Aiding a Fugitive and Aggravated... Read More.

First Demolition Derby Held; Pedal Tractor Pull Cancelled

Thursday, August 9 by Jc Tinsley

It’s quality…not quantity. At least it was at the White County Fair last night. Less than a dozen cars turned out for the first Demolition Derby, but those that participated put on a good show. A trio of Belfords took home prizes, but Jeremy... Read More.