October Newsbits from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources
The Villagers’ Voice preview: “The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is sharing the following upcoming events and noteworthy items for…”
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Reporting from The Villagers’ Voice and Illinois Leaks. Explore the stories below and follow the links to read the full reports at their original publications.
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LAND RECORDS REPORT SEPT. 9-15
The Villagers’ Voice preview: “Land Transfers, Mortgagaes, Oil and Gas • James Joseph McKinney to First National Bank of Carmi, S:25 T:4…”
“Recovery Walk” Event Held for Addiction Recovery Support in White County
The Villagers’ Voice preview: “The second annual Walk for Recovery event held in Carmi was on Saturday at…”
SWCD Fish Sale Deadline Coming Soon
The Villagers’ Voice preview: “Fish delivery is scheduled for 10 a.m., Thursday, October 8, at the USDA Service Center parking lot. Orders…”
Shelbyville, Illinois – Lawlessness Alive And Well
Shelby County ethics complaints remained unheard months after filing, according to Illinois Leaks. Its report examines correspondence questioning why the ethics commission had not met to address the complaints.
Kansas Mayor Alleges He Is A Relatively New Board Member in AG PAC Request For Review Response
Illinois Leaks challenges the Kansas village president’s description of the board as relatively new in a response to an Open Meetings Act complaint. The article reviews members’ tenure and the disputed meeting practices.
Lydicks Celebrate Fifteeen Years of Marriage
The Villagers’ Voice preview: “Happy 15th Anniversary! Caleb Anthony Lydick and Gretchen Ingrid-Joy Lydick are celebrating their 15th wedding anniversary, marking their…”
BOST ANNOUNCES $1 MILLION GRANT FOR ROBINSON WATER TREATMENT PLANT
The Villagers’ Voice preview: “U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) today announced that the Environmental Protection Agency has awarded a…”
White County Sheriff Reports Recent Arrests
The Villagers’ Voice preview: “The document details multiple law enforcement incidents involving arrests and warrants in White County. Arrest and Warrant Details…”
2026 Dairy Day Pageant Winners
The Villagers’ Voice presents the winners of the annual Dairy Day pageants. See the original publication for photographs and results.
Indiana Man Arrested for Traffic/Drug Charges
The Villagers’ Voice preview: “This document is a police incident report from the Carmi Police Department detailing two main arrests: 1. Arrest…”
CWC Homecoming Parade Route Announced
The Villagers’ Voice preview: “The Carmi White County High School Maroon Platoon and Student Council will be presenting the 2026-27 Homecoming parade…”