MCPD arrest report 8/25-8/27

Monday, August 28 by Jc Tinsley

The following subjects were arrested by the Mt. Carmel Police Department. All subjects are innocent until found guilty in a court of law. 08/25/2017- Mt. Carmel Police arrested 29 year old Brent W. Bolden of Mt. Carmel after police were investigating a child welfare... Read More.

Gov. Rauner signs bill aimed at increasing voter participation

Monday, August 28 by Jc Tinsley

Gov. Bruce Rauner today signed SB 1933, which amends the Election Code to require that the Secretary of State and Board of Elections establish an automatic voter registration program.The legislation, designed to increase participation in the democratic process, provides that an... Read More.

MCPD seeking help identifying suspect

Monday, August 28 by Jc Tinsley

The Mt. Carmel Police Department is requesting the public’s help in identifying a white male subject.The Mt. Carmel Police want to question the individual about an indecent exposure complaint filed August 15, 2017 in Mt.... Read More.

Grayville City Council meeting agenda for Aug. 28

Monday, August 28 by Jc Tinsley

CITY OF GRAYVILLE MONDAY, AUGUST 28, 2017 CITY COUNCIL MEETING 7:00 P.M. AGENDA PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCECALL TO ORDERROLL CALL:Mayor BischCommissioner JordanCommissioner BrockCommissioner DownsCommissioner StroudCONSENT AGENDATREASURER’S REPORTPURCHASE ORDER APPROVALSEXECUTIVE SESSION:2. Pending or Probable Litigation 5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (11)OTHER BUSINESS:1.... Read More.

9th Annual Wayne County Tractor Drive set for Labor Day

Monday, August 28 by Jc Tinsley

The 9th annual Wayne County Tractor Drive will be held on Labor Day, Monday, September 4. All tractors that are model year 1987 or earlier (30 years of age or older) are welcome to participate.The planned route for the drive will begin and end... Read More.

Black Budget Projected for 2017-18 at SIC

Monday, August 28 by Jc Tinsley

The Southeastern Illinois College Board of Trustees reviewed a tentative fiscal year 2018 budget that demonstrates another black budget despite challenging times during last week’s meeting. “The board has maintained a frugal approach to budgeting that has kept us in better shape than... Read More.

September Programs at Beall Woods State Park

Monday, August 28 by Jc Tinsley

Working on a leaf collection or interested in learning how to identify the different trees in our area? Tree identification hikes will be held at Beall Woods State Park on Saturday, September 2nd and 9th. Please meet at the park's visitor center at 9am.... Read More.

White County CEO Administrator Tracy Orr gives Kiwanis Update on New Class

Friday, August 25 by Jc Tinsley

Tracy Orr was the guest speaker at Carmi Kiwanis Club meeting on Thursday, Aug. 24. Orr is a familiar face, as she has spoken to the club a few times. On Thursday, she spoke of the new CEO class. This is the second year... Read More.

White County Democrats hold August meeting

Tuesday, August 22 by Jc Tinsley

White County Democrats held their monthly meeting Tuesday August 14 instead of Thursday due to fact the Chairman Nancy Mitchell needed to attend the annual Democrat chairman meeting in Springfield. There was a discussion of the upcoming Democrat Golf tournament on September 15, 2017 and lining up... Read More.

Illinois State Police and FBI seek public assistance in solving Tammy Zywicki murder

Tuesday, August 22 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police (ISP) officials and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) are seeking the public’s assistance for information regarding the kidnapping and murder of Tammy J. Zywicki. August 23rd marks the 25th anniversary of Tammy’s death, and her case remains active as the... Read More.