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IECC Board of Trustees Meeting – 07-29-2016

Wednesday, July 20 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Eastern Community Colleges’ Board of Trustees approved two new policies at the regular meeting Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at Lincoln Trail College in Robinson. The Board approved a policy on the Prevention of Sexual Violence in Higher Education. This policy will ensure... Read More.

Super Saturday is back at RLC August 13

Wednesday, July 20 by Jc Tinsley

With less than a month before classes start, students can check off those last-minute items on their “to-do” list during Super Saturday. The annual event is scheduled for August 13 on Rend Lake College’s Ina campus.Students can visit a number of college offices from... Read More.

Carmi City Council has quick meeting to wrap up July

Wednesday, July 20 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi City Council met briefly on Tuesday evening for their second July meeting, but with no agenda items, wrapped up business in only four minutes.The Council approved the July 5th meeting minutes and unanimously approved the July financial reports and vendor invoices.Mayor Jeff... Read More.

Carmi Police make arrest Tuesday night

Wednesday, July 20 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Police Department arrested 42 year old Gary Perkins of Carmi on Tuesday for driving on a suspended license following a traffic stop.Perkins was pulled over at 9:29pm on Main Street at the middle school and taken into custody. Perkins was transported to... Read More.

SIC Board Takes Action on New Bachelor Degree Agreement

Tuesday, July 19 by Jc Tinsley

The Southeastern Illinois College Board of Trustees met Tuesday, July 12 at 6 p.m. in the Rodney J. Brenner Board Room to unanimously pass an agreement with Missouri Baptist University to offer a Bachelor’s Degree at SIC for area students. Officials say that the university... Read More.

Business Owners invited to Business/Education Symposium to be held on August 9th

Tuesday, July 19 by Jc Tinsley

A symposium will be held on August 9th at the Carmi White County High School Auditorium to bring together K-12 education, higher education, business owners, manufacturers, economic development officials, and workforce development to discuss the changing needs of today’s workforce. Many people have been... Read More.

Travel Tips When Visiting Countries With Zika Virus

Tuesday, July 19 by Jc Tinsley

Visiting friends and family in areas with Zika virus requires taking special health precautions because individuals may stay longer, be in places with fewer protections against mosquitoes (e.g. houses without screens or air conditioning), or be in familiar places where individuals may not take... Read More.

Illinois State Police Join Forces with Agencies Statewide for 2016 Illinois Speed Awareness Day Campaign

Tuesday, July 19 by Jc Tinsley

During Illinois Speed Awareness Day this July 27th, Illinois State Police District 19 is taking a proactive approach to promote safety for motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians through both education and enforcement. In Illinois during 2014, speed was the reason for 32.4% of all traffic... Read More.

Five things to know about Illinois State Fair Preview Night

Tuesday, July 19 by Jc Tinsley

New and exciting things are planned for the 2016 Illinois State Fair Preview Night on Thursday, August 11th. Here are five things you need to know:New Time for Twilight Parade: 5:30pmEach year the Illinois State Fair Twilight Parade marches through the streets of the... Read More.

RLC Baseball Camp helps local student-athletes improve

Tuesday, July 19 by Jc Tinsley

Middle and high school baseball players focused on their baseball skills last week during Rend Lake College's Baseball Camp. RLC Baseball players and Rec Director helped the students, ages 12 through 15, with batting, fielding, and pitching, alongside strength and conditioning workouts.Read More.