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Charlie’s Voice – Is Your Teenager Human?

Monster News — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:37:22 +0000

The Villagers’ Voice preview: “We have teenagers everywhere. They’re invasive, and they’re dangerous. I’m sure if there was a thermonuclear war, only…”

Mayoral Candidate Addresses Carmi Council with Plan for City Sewer Plant

Monster News — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:05:18 +0000

The Villagers’ Voice preview: “The 2027 Carmi Mayoral race is heating up after former Mayor Bill Stendeback’s sudden…”

Alert from Village of Norris City: Online Payments

Monster News — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:35:18 +0000

The Villagers’ Voice preview: “Alert from Village of Norris City: Online Payments Date: Oct 22, 2026 It has come to our…”

Carmi City Council Tables Payment on Lashly & Baer Redacted Bill

Monster News — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:40:14 +0000

The Villagers’ Voice preview: “The Carmi City Council last night tabled a vote to pay the first bill…”

CITY OF CARMI ELECTRONICS RECYCLING EVENT November 7, 2026

Monster News — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:40:57 +0000

Carmi and White County residents can bring unwanted electronics to a November 7 recycling event in Carmi. The Villagers’ Voice outlines the location, hours, accepted materials, preparation requirements, and items that may carry a fee.

SIC’s 48th Annual Heritage Festival Offers Holiday Shopping, Food and New Vendor Passport Nov. 7-8

Monster News — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:35:20 +0000

Southeastern Illinois College’s November 7–8 Heritage Festival will feature more than 80 vendors, food, and a new vendor-passport promotion. The Villagers’ Voice previews the event and the opportunity to win a basket of vendor merchandise.

Colchester FPD – ‘If I Go To Jail, I Go to Jail’ – The Mystery Memorial Funds Received

Monster News — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 15:32:12 +0000

Illinois Leaks follows financial concerns at the Colchester Fire Protection District, including disputed memorial-fund reimbursements and leadership resignations. Its report examines a resignation letter, questions about who returned the money, and an ongoing state police investigation.

Carmi PD Arrest One for Domestic Battery

Monster News — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:54:40 +0000

The Villagers’ Voice reports that Carmi police arrested a 28-year-old resident on a misdemeanor domestic-battery charge. The full report is available through the publication’s subscription site.

Indian Creek: Audit Committee, IMRF Audit on Agenda This Week

Monster News — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:49:13 +0000

Indian Creek Township’s October meeting agenda includes an IMRF audit, an audit committee selection, and financial business. The Villagers’ Voice publishes the agenda for the October 21 meeting in Norris City.

New Candidates Gathering Signatures to Enter Carmi City Races

Monster News — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:01:02 +0000

Candidates are collecting petitions for Carmi’s upcoming city elections. The Villagers’ Voice reports on emerging challengers for alderman seats and the local races beginning to take shape.