Eric Sadler, 20 of Grayville, was sentenced to the Illinois Department of Corrections Monday morning, on charges of Aggravated Battery of Police Officer, a class 2 felony. He received four years DOC and two years MSR. He was also sentenced on a charge of Burglary, a class 2 felony and received another four years DOC and two years MSR. [Read more...]
Cops and Kids Program to Deliver Gifts This Year, Now Taking Donations
Submitted by Jonathan Lucas
The Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 249 is accepting donations for our Cops and Kids Christmas program.
Due to the pandemic, the traditional shopping has been cancelled. This year the FOP members will be shopping, wrapping and delivering the gifts to the doorstep of selected children on Christmas Eve. We understand this has been a very tough year for our community. If you cannot donate this year we totally understand. If you are able and would like to, you can drop off your donation at the Police Department or mail your donation to the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 249 at 108 N. Main Cross St. Carmi,IL 62821. Any donation is greatly appreciated. God bless,Jonathan Lucas
White County Board to Hold Special Meeting on Wednesday Night
The White County Board will meet on November 25, 2020 at 6 p.m. to make a decision on the county's health insurance program.
Agenda: Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance
Consider the finalized insurance bids and make decision on health insurance.
Other business (Next meeting will be December 8,2020 at 7:00 p.m.)
Adjourn
Enfield: “Drive Thru” Santa Sunday Planned for December 13
By Enfield Village Clerk Debbie Stone and Kathy Sands, Editor
Plans for “Santa Sunday” will be a little different this year in the Village of Enfield due to Covid-19. The Enfield board decided to host a “drive through” Santa visit, scheduled for Sunday, December 13, from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Children who attend the event will be able to give Santa their wish list, but at a safe distance. Each child will also be given a treat bag and an opportunity to win a gift. Watch the Village of Enfield Facebook page for updates. [Read more...]
Helen Cantrell, Broughton
Helen Fern Cantrell, 75, of Broughton passed away on Thursday, November 12, 2020 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon, Illinois. She was born on August 7, 1945 the daughter Wilson and Flora (Buttry) Mayberry. Helen was retired, having been a pharmacy technician at Ferrell Hospital in Eldorado, Illinois for many years. Helen is survived by her children, David Cantrell and Debra Cantrell; a brother Don Mayberry and six grandcats. Graveside Services were held on November 16, 2020 at New Prospect Cemetery in Broughton