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Two women from McLeansboro are facing drug charges following a traffic stop in the Verizon parking lot in Carmi on Sunday. Misty M. Wells, 42, was arrested for possession of cannabis in a motor vehicle. She was booked and later released from the White County Jail with a notice to appear. According to online court records, Wells is scheduled for her first appearance in White County Court on Tuesday, November 26, at 9 a.m.

The jury trial of Ray Tate Jr. in Clinton County Circuit Court had been scheduled for last month but is now tentatively scheduled for later this month. The defendant is serving a life prison sentence for killing Wayne County Deputy Sean Riley in December of 2021. He allegedly went on a crime spree that day, which led to him being charged with 30 offenses in Clinton County.

Fairfield has gone 10-0 against Christopher-Zeigler-Royalton recently and they'll look to pad the win column further on Friday. The Fairfield Mules will head out to take on the Christopher-Zeigler-Royalton Bearcats at 7:00 p.m. Fairfield will be strutting in after a win while Christopher-Zeigler-Royalton will be coming in after a defeat.

The Enfield Village Board met for just under two hours Tuesday night, covering a wide variety of topics. Scott Mareing was there and has this report…. There were a half dozen or so residents that attended to find out exactly what happened with the resignation of Chief Mark Wheeler. Mayor Maury Black read Wheeler’s resignation letter, in which it said that there was a clash with some board members that got blown out of proportion concerning the Police car and other issues. Wheeler also posted things on the Enfield Police Department Facebook page about policies and procedures, which are not supposed to be on there. He later took them down on his own volition, without being told to do so. Mayor Black said that Justin Titzer, who had previously worked for the department here, is coming back in a week or so to take on the Police Chief role full-time, working nights. Wheeler said he was willing to come back some time next year to help out part-time.

On Tuesday Fairfield will have to hit the road after three straight games at home. They will venture away from home to take on the Flora Wolves at 5:00 p.m. Fairfield will be strutting in after a victory while Flora will be coming in after a defeat. Last Thursday, Fairfield...

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — Here is the Home Team Friday Week 7 MVP. Carmi-White County’s Noah Pollard tallied 258 rushing yards and 5 touchdowns. “It’s really our whole offence so we gotta execute the blocks and get down the field because we don’t throw very much. So that’s what we gotta do,” says Pollard. “Yes, […]

You flip a switch, the lights come on, and maybe you think about all the wiring and transformers that bring us power. Few think of the mammoth power poles that hold it all up.

The Edwards County Health Office will be offering a walk-in flu shot clinic on October 16, 2024 from 07:00am until 5:00pm at the Edwards County Health Office. Anyone ages six months and over can get a flu shot at this clinic. Adult doses of COVID, RSV, Pneumonia will be available...

On Thursday, October 10, 2024, the following streets will be closed for paving:. S. 22nd Street (from Logan to Perkins): 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. S. 18th Street (from Logan to Perkins): 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Streets Affected:. S. 22nd Street. S. 18th Street. Notice to Residents:. The street...

MCLEANSBORO – Hamilton Memorial Hospital Senior Enrichment is gearing up for its 2024 Antique Angel Tree program. This program offers you the opportunity to “adopt” a local senior and bring some joy to their holiday season. Nominations are being accepted through Nov. 8. To nominate someone, please...

MT. VERNON, IL (KBSI) — Some members of Project Rescue of Jefferson County board provided information on services they provide at a care givers event in Mt. Vernon. Project Rescue of Jefferson County protects at-risk senior citizens, and special needs children and adults. Those who have certain medical conditions can benefit from this program. at-risk adults or children can wear a one-ounce wrist or ankle transmitter that emits a radio tracking signal. When caregivers call 911 to report a wandering episode, a trained search team will respond to where the individual was last seen and use mobile electronic tracking equipment to find them.

MT. VERNON – The city of Mt. Vernon says Mannen Street from 27th to Cherry will be closed from 4 to 7 Tuesday evening for paving. North 27th Street from Broadway to the railroad tracks will be closed Wednesday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. for paving. The street...

The Carmi-White County Lady Bulldog Volleyball team defeated Edwards County last night in a 3-set thriller, 25-27, 25-15, 25-22. With the win, the Lady Bulldogs improve to 23-1 on the year and 7-0 in the Black Diamond Conference. They will host Hamilton County tonight at McDougal-Evers Gymnasium. Fans who can’t attend the match will be able to watch on the WRUL Sports YouTube Channel.

On August 7, 1944, the Carmi Chamber of Commerce was backed by the city council and just 3 weeks later it became a reality. Eighty years later and the organization is still fulfilling it’s mission to work towards making Carmi a thriving, economic engine. Monday night, the Chamber continued another tradition by naming it’s 68th annual Citizen of the Year. Luke Sailer, the Chamber Vice President for the coming year had the honors.

The Clay County Health Department will host a drive-thru flu shot clinic tomorrow and Friday from 9 AM to 4 PM at their location. Individuals seeking flu shots should follow the signs directing them to the new carport; no appointment is necessary. Please remember to bring your Medicare Part B card, HMO card, Medicaid card, or insurance card. If you are uninsured, underinsured, or if your insurance is out of network, a small fee may apply.

A nice crowd attended the Edwards County 4-H Achievement Night held Monday at COUNTRY Financial Hall in Albion. Area youth, leaders, and clubs were honored for their accomplishments over the 2023-2024 4-H year. The “Club of the Year” Award went to the Ellery Panthers 4-H Club the donor for the...