Hamilton County Criminal Activity Report

Friday, May 7 by Jc Tinsley

State’s Attorney Justin Hood has provided an update on some Hamilton County cases that have flown under the radar over the last month.Tammy Nelsen of Dahlgren was arrested Wednesday by Hamilton County Sheriff’s authorities. She’s facing a charge of Criminal Damage to Property after... Read More.

Rotary Learns about Red Cross; Details Ahead of Zip Code Day in Carmi

Friday, May 7 by Jc Tinsley

At Thursday’s meeting of the Carmi Rotary club Fran Matheny was on hand to speak about the Red Cross. Fran started by talking about the importance of smoke detectors, and how she has witnessed first-hand the devastation fires can cause families. As she said,... Read More.

Two from Carmi Life Flighted after Head On Collision in Hamilton County

Friday, May 7 by Jc Tinsley

Two Carmians were life flighted following a head on vehicle crash Wednesday evening in Hamilton County. State Police say 22 year old Tyler Morris of Carmi and 41 year old Mary Shirley were both taken by helicopter to a regional hospital after sustaining what... Read More.

Grayville Man Sentenced Following Child Porn Conviction

Friday, May 7 by Jc Tinsley

33 year old Gabriel Goolsby of Grayville is headed to prison for the next 15 years. He learned his sentence in White County court Thursday afternoon. Goolsby was convicted of dissemination of child pornography involving a child under the age of 13, a Class... Read More.

Wabash County Makes Arrests

Friday, May 7 by Jc Tinsley

41 year old Nathan Myers of Mt. Carmel is behind bars in Wabash County following his arrest Thursday. Authorities there say they were called to a fight in progress and once on scene allege... Read More.

White County Board and Grayville City Council to Meet Next Week

Friday, May 7 by Jc Tinsley

Upcoming meetings of local government, there are two scheduled for next week. On Monday, the Grayville City Council will assemble. The council is expected to act on collective bargaining following an executive session. There also could be some action and will definitely be discussion... Read More.

Carmi Chamber Expands Membership Beyond City Limits; Welcomes Trudee Wynn

Friday, May 7 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Chamber of Commerce is growing and expanding it’s reach beyond the city limits as evidenced by new membership. A small contingent braved the rain Thursday afternoon traversing to Enfield to formally welcome Country Financial agent Trudee Wynn as a member of the... Read More.

Local Lawmakers Weigh In on Legislative Map Drawing

Friday, May 7 by Jc Tinsley

Portions of this story contributed by IRNIllinois House Republicans say Democrats are picking their voters by drawing new legislative boundaries behind closed doors.Several leading House Republicans held a news conference outside of a room inside a building at the capitol complex they say Democrats... Read More.

Kiwanis Honors Three Men for 30, 35, and 50 years of Membership

Friday, May 7 by Jc Tinsley

In life, we celebrate longevity and commitment. 50 year anniversaries are impressive, or at least they carry some more weight than 5 years. Typically, those commitments are to an individual or a workplace. Occasionally, there are individuals who additionally commit to serving their communities... Read More.

Carmi Woman Arrested for Meth in Rural Norris City

Friday, May 7 by Jc Tinsley

White County Sheriff’s authorities have made another meth arrest, this time a female from Carmi late Wednesday night. No real details were released other than 39 year old Erin Warrner of Sycamore Street was picked up at a location described as on Route 45... Read More.