Carmi City Council to Select Acting Mayor Tuesday Morning
The Villagers’ Voice preview: “NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING—CARMI CITY COUNCIL The purpose of this meeting is to elect an Alderperson…”
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Norris City Board Meets Tuesday: TIF Attorney, Retirement, on Agenda
The Villagers’ Voice preview: “Agenda Village Board Meeting October 13th, 2026 7:00 p.m. City Hall Roll Call Prayer &…”
Internal Audit Committee, Ownership of Parcel on Carmi Township Agenda for Tuesday
The Villagers’ Voice preview: “October 13, 2026 REGULAR MONTHLY TOWNSHIP MEETING – AGENDA Location: Board Room, Carmi…”
13 Years Later…Cognizant And H-1B Visas –
Illinois Leaks revisits its earlier investigations of Cognizant, government technology contracts, and H-1B labor practices. The article connects that reporting with renewed scrutiny of the visa program and includes an updated account from an investigator.
Rudolph’s Claim Against City Survives, Contract’s Validity Still to be Heard
The Villagers’ Voice preview: “Today’s court hearing where motions were heard by Landon “Rudy” Rudolph and the City…”
Hays is Mayor Pro Tem Until Council Meets to Appoint Interim Mayor Next Week
The Villagers’ Voice preview: “The Carmi City council last night elected Doug Hays as Mayor…”
LAND RECORDS REPORT Sept. 23-29
The Villagers’ Voice preview: “Land Transfers, Mortgages, Oil and Gas • First National Bank of Carmi to R & S Operating LLC…”
LAND RECORDS REPORT SEPT. 16-22
The Villagers’ Voice preview: “Land Transfers, Mortgages, Oil and Gas • Hudson Shibley to Citation Oil & Gas Corp, Citation Oil &…”
Probation Violation Arrest at Probation Office
The Villagers’ Voice preview: “John D. Smith was taken into custody on October 6, 2026, after his probation officer reported that he…”
Carmi PD Arrests Three
The Villagers’ Voice preview: “Arrest of Raymond Joseph Johnston, 48 of Carmi Incident: Carmi Police responded at about 2:42 a.m. on October…”
Village of Kansas Ignores Key Subpoenas
Illinois Leaks reports that the Village of Kansas had not answered defense subpoenas seeking drainage records and evidence in a criminal case. The article identifies the requested materials and an updated hearing date.
Murdock Township Highway Commissioner Charging Decision Update
A charging decision concerning the Murdock Township highway commissioner remained outstanding, according to Illinois Leaks. The report examines a denied records request and the prosecutor’s latest timetable for deciding the matter.