Valentines for Veterans

Wednesday, January 9 by Jc Tinsley

Valentines for Veterans Area residents are once again being asked by 15th District Congressman John Shimkus to participate in the Valentines for Heroes program.Valentines will be collected at the congressman’s offices and then will be distributed to veterans throughout the region, and those currently serving... Read More.

Busy Night for McLeansboro City Council

Wednesday, January 9 by Jc Tinsley

MCLEANSBORO CITY COUNCILThe council voted to open negotiations with the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office for a brief extension of the intergovernmental agreement for central dispatch. The current contract ends February 3rd and this will give them time to hammer out a new agreement.They approved... Read More.

County Board Holds First Meeting of 2019

Wednesday, January 9 by Jc Tinsley

County Board Holds First Meeting of 2019 With no controversy or a packed courtroom, the White County Board spent about 40 minutes taking care of county business during the first meeting of 2019.The board covered a number of items, acting upon most of the items... Read More.

AM 1460 Off the Air

Tuesday, January 8 by Jc Tinsley

AM Off the Air WROY AM 1460 is experiencing some technical problems this morning, however the new 92.1 FM continues.With that in mind, if your neighbors are wondering where AM 1460 is, tell them to tune to 92.1 on the FM dial. It was not clear... Read More.

Slow Drivers; Stay Out of Left Lane

Tuesday, January 8 by Jc Tinsley

,Slow Drivers; Stay Out of Left LaneThis year, Illinois State Police will be targeting slow drivers who stay in the left lane.Under the rules of the road, the left lane is only for passing or for moving over for an emergency vehicle. Police say... Read More.

Tough Night for Bulldog Wrestlers

Tuesday, January 8 by Jc Tinsley

Tough Night for Bulldog WrestlersCoach Terry Gholson's Bulldog wrestling team dropped a 42-30 decision at Pinckneyville last Thursday.Of the 14 weight classes, only five were contested.Carmi heavyweight Jake Rider pinned his opponent in 2 minutes, 43 seconds. Picking up victories by forfeit for the... Read More.

Lady Bulldogs Win

Tuesday, January 8 by Jc Tinsley

Lady Bulldogs WinThree members of coach Clinton Wolff's Lady Bulldog basketball team scored in double figures Monday in a 53-25 win over visiting Johnston City.The victory gave Carmi its first Black Diamond Conference East win of the year and helped Wolff's team improve to... Read More.

Sheriff Reports Theft and Warrant Arrest

Tuesday, January 8 by Jc Tinsley

Sheriff Reports Theft and Warrant Arrest The White County sheriff’s Department received a report of theft Thursday afternoon.Christine F. Mick, 701 Morrell Street, Crossville, reported the theft of a handicapped license plate. The plate number was W238353.It was noted the theft occurred sometime in the... Read More.

Sheriff Responds to Domestic Violence Call

Tuesday, January 8 by Jc Tinsley

Sheriff Called to Scene of Domestic Violence White County Sheriff Doug Maier responded to a report of domestic violence at 405 Hammel Street, Crossville this past Wednesday.According to the incident report, the sheriff arrived to find Tara M. Johnson, 31 of 405 Rudolph Street, Crossville,... Read More.

Oil Spill Reported Saturday

Tuesday, January 8 by Jc Tinsley

Oil Spill Reported Saturday Local authorities responded to a reported oil spill early Saturday morning.According to the White County Sheriff’s Department incident report, Deputy Sheriff Randy Graves was notified of the spill around 5:30 Saturday morning.Graves located the spill, which apparently began at 1500 East... Read More.