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White County 4-H Celebrates Evening of Excellence

Monday, November 6 by Jc Tinsley

A year of work was rewarded Saturday, November 4 at the annual 4-H Evening of Excellence Achievement Awards Night held at the Emmanuel Methodist Church in Carmi. Members and clubs received medals, prizes, and honors for their work completed September 2022 through August 2023.... Read More.

Introducing the White County Economic Development Committee

Thursday, November 2 by Jc Tinsley

A self-described think tank, the White County Economic Development Committee has positioned itself as a group of community members who want to see the community grow and prosper. Dr. Clint Taylor, one of the founding members talked more about the group, it’s mission, and... Read More.

About Three Quarters of Taxes Collected Ahead of Final Installment Date in White County According to Treasurer

Thursday, November 2 by Jc Tinsley

If you haven’t yet paid your property taxes, you’re down to about two weeks to get that wrapped up. White County Treasurer Mike Baxley says nearly ¾ of the money is in. He says his office made the first distribution to taxing bodies on... Read More.

Only One Race Contested so far in White County for March 2024 Primary

Thursday, November 2 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois primary is still more than 4 months away, but the deadline to file is coming up in December. As of today, there’s only one race that will be contested locally in that spring primary where challenger John Stockton has indicated he’ll run... Read More.

White County CEO Banking on Hise for CFO Role

Wednesday, November 1 by Jc Tinsley

Being a member of White County CEO takes a special kind of young person. Disciplined, responsible…and if you’re among the best of the best, you might just be named the CEO or CFO of the CEO program. That’s what happened to Mercedes Hise. The... Read More.

Carmi Lions to Host Pancake Breakfast in Support of We Love White County

Friday, October 27 by Jc Tinsley

The Lions Club of Carmi held their regular weekly meeting on Tuesday, October 24th, promptly beginning at 7pm. The following is a recap of the meeting as well as important upcoming events.The treasurer reported raising over $900 from Candy Day on Saturday the 21st.... Read More.

Egyptian Health Dept, Clay County Hospital Among Grantees for Mental Health Services

Wednesday, October 25 by Jc Tinsley

Two regional organizations have secured significant funding aimed at helping strengthen mental health services for youth. The governor’s office and the Illinois Department of Public Health announced the awards Tuesday. Egyptian Health Department will receive nearly $225,000 while the Clay County Hospital will get... Read More.

County Count of Deer Collisions

Wednesday, October 18 by WROY-WRUL News

To say deer are active this time of the year might be a bit of an understatement as it’s rut season and male deer are looking to pro-create and any doe will do.With that in mind, motorists are reminded to be extra alert as... Read More.

White County Board Goes to the Dogs

Wednesday, October 18 by WROY-WRUL News

Aside from business called for on the agenda Tuesday night, comments from visitors received most of the attention and surrounded animal control. Animal Rescue Coordinator and Transporter for Southern Illinois, Haley Dagley addressed the board about a recent animal control issue. She says about... Read More.

Carmi White County School Board Closed Session

Tuesday, October 17 by WROY-WRUL News

The Carmi White County Unit Five School Board took several actions, all relating to employment, following a closed door session after Monday night’s school board meeting.Miranda Stimson was reassigned from Junior/Senior High School head cook and district manager to Special Education Individual Aide at... Read More.