COVID-19 numbers continue to improve in Wabash County. At last night’s Wabash General Hospital board of directors meeting, chief of staff Dr. Lauren Croft cases are moving in the right direction….
The weekly report on local COVID numbers will be released tomorrow by the health department.
Registered voters in Wabash County should have recently received a new voter ID card. The new card was necessary because of redistricting that took place after the 2020 Census. County Clerk Janet Will advises voters to contact her office if they didn’t receive a new ID card since that could be a sign something is wrong with their registration.
The primary election in Illinois is June 28th.
The filing period for candidates begins next Monday. In Wabash County, offices up for election this year are sheriff, county clerk, treasurer, and county commissioners. The general election this year is November 8th.
On 2/26/22, Mt. Carmel Police arrested Draven J. Davis, age 23, of Mt. Carmel, for Theft (Greater than $10,000) and Driving While License Revoked following a report of a stolen vehicle from the area of 7th & Poplar. After the victim notified police of his missing vehicle to MCPD officers were able to locate the vehicle in the 1900 block of North Cherry Street. Following a traffic stop at this location, Davis was found to be driving the vehicle and taken into custody. Davis was transported to the Wabash County Jail where he was charged and held pending a bond setting by a judge. Davis was later issued an additional charge of Criminal Damage to Government Supported Property by the Wabash County Sheriff’s Office when he allegedly tore a video camera from the wall while in custody.
On 2/26/22, Mt. Carmel Police arrested Jacob S. Wilkinson, age 29, of Mt. Carmel, on two outstanding Vanderburgh County Indiana Warrants for his arrest. Wilkinson was in the 200 block of West 9th Street where he was taken into custody and transported to the Wabash County Jail pending extradition back to Vanderburgh County. Wilkinson’s warrants were for Petition to Revoke Probation with no bond and the other for Failure to Appear on an Invasion of Privacy charge with a $250 bond.
On 2/25/22, Mt. Carmel Police arrested James G. Jones, age 58, of Mt. Carmel, for Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol, Improper Lane Usage, Operating Uninsured Vehicle and Driving While License Revoked following a traffic stop in the 700 block of North Walnut Street. Prior to the stop, officers were notified of a public complaint regarding Jones’ vehicle driving erratically on Indiana 64 approaching Mt. Carmel. Officers located the suspect vehicle and observed numerous lane violations. A traffic stop was conducted at which time Jones exhibited several signs of impairment. After attempting a roadside sobriety check, the officer placed Jones under arrest and transported him to the Wabash County Jail. After DUI processing, Jones was turned over jail staff pending a bond setting by a judge. Charges were later upgraded to Aggravated Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol by State’s Attorney Storckman due to Jones’ prior DUI history.
CARMI, Ill. - As the concepts of carbon markets and soil health have gained publicity over the past several years, more farmers are looking for ways to integrate cover crops into their row crop systems. Join University of Illinois Extension on Tuesday, March 22 from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Extension Office in Carmi for a discussion with agriculture experts as they share the latest findings on carbon markets and soil health.
Commercial Agriculture Educator, Dr. Talon Becker, will cover some of the basic concepts of soil health and how it is impacted by the use of cover crops. He also will provide some recommendations for a standard row cropping system. While you may have heard about carbon markets, do you know what questions to ask to better familiarize yourself with the concept and whether it might be a good fit for your farming operation? University of Illinois PhD student, Sarah Sellars will discuss the background on agricultural carbon markets and how they work and share some informational resources.
This program is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Light breakfast refreshments will be served. For more information, please visit go.illinois.edu/carbonmarkets or call 618-252-8391.
DATE: Tuesday, March 22, 2022
TIME: 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
LOCATION: 1715 College Ave., Carmi, IL 62821 REGISTRATION: go.illinois.edu/carbonmarkets
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact Bronwyn Aly at baly@illinois.edu. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time to meet your needs. University of Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment.
For more information, please contact: Bronwyn Aly – 618-695-2441, baly@illinois.edu
SOURCE: Bronwyn Aly, Local Food Systems and Small Farms Educator, University of Illinois Extension, baly@illinois.edu, 618-695-2441
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As March arrives tomorrow, so does scholarship season. The time of year when high seniors and college students begin applying for a wide array of financial assistance. This year, there’s a new scholarship being offered by the city of Mt. Carmel according to Mayor Joe Judge…
Scholarship applications are available in the MCHS guidance office.
Today is trash pick up day in Mt. Carmel and city officials are reminding residents of the city ordinance that says trash toters can’t be set out more than 24 hours before trash pickup. And, they must be taken away from the curb within 24 hours the trash is picked up.
It looks like March is coming in like a lamb this week as we’ll get an early taste of Spring. And with warmer temperatures, many golf carts and UTV’s will be coming out of hibernation and hitting Mt. Carmel streets for the first time in 2022.. But before you get yours out, Mayor Joe Judge has a reminder…
Police Chief Mike McWilliams said his department has seen an increase recently of people coming in and getting their 2022 sticker which is available 24/7 at the police department. The sticker is $50 while a ticket for not having one is $250 for the first offense.
Officials say the bright orange of this year’s sticker makes it easier for authorities to see if you’re operating legally.
Springfield, IL - The Illinois State Police cautions motorists who engage in acts that could endanger the safety of the motoring public. Illinois State Police officials have become aware of a planned event along several interstate corridors scheduled for Saturday, February 26, 2022 – Saturday, March 5, 2022, where truck drivers plan to conduct a “Convoy” causing traffic delays and potentially crashes. Illinois State Police Division of Patrol Colonel Margaret McGreal stated, “Though the Illinois State Police respects the rights of citizens to express their opinions in a lawful manner, there is great concern with any event that is designed to impede or block the normal and reasonable movement of traffic.” Colonel McGreal continued, “Traffic backups are a major contributing cause to traffic crashes which lead to property damage, personal injury, and even death. A planned event designed to impede normal traffic flow is dangerous to the innocent motoring public. Those who choose to participate in events that intentionally endanger the public and violate Illinois law will be subject to the enforcement of applicable laws and could potentially be held liable for traffic crashes occurring as a result of their actions.” The Illinois State Police urges all motorists to abide by traffic laws for the safety of all.