Local News

Statement issued by Rural Wabash County Water District about ongoing issues

Friday, August 5 by Jc Tinsley

"Several customers of the Rural Wabash County Water District are still experiencing discoloration (iron) in their water. The RWCWD purchases water from the City of Albion. Recently, Albion has had several issues with their system, resulting in the discoloration of the water. The City of Albion is still working...

Springfield historic sites collaborate to offer Spirit of Lincoln Youth Leadership Academy

Friday, August 5 by Jc Tinsley

Historic sites in Springfield are teaming up to provide jobs for students and teach them personal and professional skills that will help for years to come.The “Spirit of Lincoln Youth Leadership Academy” is a joint project of the Lincoln Home National...

Wildlife, Habitat, Fishing and Smokey Bear Highlight Family Fun at Conservation World during Illinois State Fair

Thursday, August 4 by Jc Tinsley

Free activities for children and families will give Illinois State Fair visitors a chance to sample the great outdoors in Illinois at Conservation World at this year’s state fair on Aug. 12-21 in Springfield. Conservation World is a 30-acre park with grass, shade trees, and...

Carmi police make two arrests following traffic stops on Wednesday

Thursday, August 4 by Jc Tinsley

A traffic stop Wednesday night resulted in the arrest of a Fairfield man by Carmi Police following a foot chase.40 year old James H Earl was apprehended following a brief pursuit after...

Parents Encouraged to Include Emergency Preparedness in Back-to-School Plans

Thursday, August 4 by Jc Tinsley

In the next few weeks, students from pre-kindergarten through college will be headed back to school. As parents prepare their students for the new academic year, the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) and local emergency management agencies across the state are encouraging parents to...

American Red Cross Home Fire Campaign Saving Lives

Thursday, August 4 by Jc Tinsley

The American Red Cross and its partners have saved at least 102 lives as part of its nationwide

CONCEALED CARRY COURSE OFFERED AT WVC AUGUST 11-13

Wednesday, August 3 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, August 11 and 12,...

CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE CLASS OFFERED FALL SEMESTER AT WVC

Wednesday, August 3 by Jc Tinsley

Individuals interested in employment as a Certified Nurse Aide should inquire now about a class being offered during the Fall Semester. Fall CNA classes will start on August 22, 2016 at Wabash Valley College. The Certified Nurse Aide class will meet on Mondays, Wednesdays,...

ILLINOIS STATE FAIR LAUNCHES NEW MOBILE APP

Wednesday, August 3 by Jc Tinsley

Planning your trip to the Illinois State Fair just got easier with the release of a brand new Illinois State Fair mobile app. Available for both Apple and Android devices, this new app has everything you need to plan your next trip to the...

IHLS elects new President: RLC’s Sandy West

Wednesday, August 3 by Jc Tinsley

Last month, Sandy West, Rend Lake College Coordinator of Technical Services and Collection Management, was elected for a one-year term as president for the Illinois Heartland Library System (IHLS) board. She will serve as president for the 2017 fiscal year, unless reelected in...