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IFB Statement Regarding President Donald Trump’s Proposed Budget

Wednesday, May 24 by Jc Tinsley

The following is a statement from Illinois Farm Bureau President Richard Guebert, Jr., regarding President Donald Trump’s proposed FY18 budget cuts to crop insurance and commodity programs. “Illinois Farm Bureau is concerned that the president’s proposed significant cuts to vital programs like crop insurance and...

Sen. Dale Righter: Democrats ram through unbalanced budget, leave pile of unpaid bills untouched

Wednesday, May 24 by Jc Tinsley

State Sen. Dale Righter (R-Mattoon) issued the following statement in response to budget action taken May 23 at the Statehouse.“The Democrats showed their true intentions that all they care about is increasing taxes. Instead of continuing our on-going good faith...

WVC To Offer Concealed Carry Course June 15, 16, 17

Wednesday, May 24 by Jc Tinsley

If you are interested in obtaining your Illinois Concealed Carry License, why not enroll in the next Concealed Carry course being offered by Illinois Eastern Community Colleges which will be offered at Wabash Valley College on Thursday and Friday nights, June 15 and 16,...

Student athletes recognized at Opdyke-Belle Rive Grade School

Wednesday, May 24 by Jc Tinsley

Opdyke-Belle Rive Grade School student-athletes were recently recognized at the school's annual Sports Banquet. Pictured are basketball players who received team awards for their leadership and performance in the 2016-17 season, along with two players who reached the 1,000 point milestone at OBR.

Carmi woman sentenced to four years on Monday

Tuesday, May 23 by Jc Tinsley

In White County Court on Monday, 30 year old Caitlin D Williams of Carmi was sentenced to four years in prison on one count of retail theft according to States Attorney Denton Aud.Following incarceration, Williams...

Two arrested for meth after traffic stop by Carmi Police

Tuesday, May 23 by Jc Tinsley

A traffic stop conducted by Carmi Police Monday afternoon resulted in the arrest of two people on drug charges.A 4:59 pm, Carmi officers stopped a vehicle occupied by 44 year old Adam Kleine of Marion at the intersection of Fairground Road and Main Street. ...

Scripts Available for WVC Fall Production

Tuesday, May 23 by Jc Tinsley

Scripts for the fall Wabash Valley College-Wabash Valley Arts Council theatre production are now available on loan for one-week check at the Bauer Media Center. “Last Round-Up of the Guacamole Queens” is another deliciously funny comedy written by the team of Jessie Jones, Nicholas...

State Essay Winner, New Vet Assistant Partnership, New Mine Training and WIA One-Stop Discussed at SIC Board Meeting

Tuesday, May 23 by Jc Tinsley

The Southeastern Illinois College Board of Trustees met Tuesday, May 16 at 6 p.m. in the Rodney J. Brenner Board Room to recognize the school’s first state winner of the Paul Simon Essay Contest, Callie Smith of Eldorado.

Upcoming Events at SIC

Tuesday, May 23 by Jc Tinsley

May 31, 11:30 a.m. – SIC will hold a ribbon cutting for the Mine Training Facility at the Chuck Hearn Outdoor Education Complex. The community is invited to attend and tour the new facility. For more information call 252-5400 ext. 2300. June 5...

Grayville City Council approves plans for big upgrades at park

Tuesday, May 23 by Jc Tinsley

The Grayville City Council met Monday night for their second meeting of May. Before the meeting, Bob Houser was recognized for ten years of service with the City.After approval of the Treasurer’s report and approving the consent agenda, the Council heard from Architectural Design...