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iMake Summer Camp offering innovative options for local students at RLC

Thursday, June 9 by Jc Tinsley

Campers still have time to register for Rend Lake College’s iMake Camp, now for a reduced rate of $60 per student, before classes start next month. This Kids Summer Camp will familiarize students with several emerging technologies.During the eight-day camp, students will... Read More.

TWO INCREDIBLE ACTS ADDED TO 2016 DU QUOIN STATE FAIR GRANDSTAND LINEUP

Thursday, June 9 by Jc Tinsley

An unforgettable night of country music is planned for the Du Quoin State Fair on Thursday, September 1. Together these two artists are credited with the creation of more than 13 albums and 17 million albums sold. The Du Quoin State Fair is proud to... Read More.

Illinois Added 6,300 Private Sector Jobs in May, According to ADP Regional Employment Report

Thursday, June 9 by Jc Tinsley

The State of Illinois added 6,300 private sector jobs during the month of May, according to theADP Regional Employment Report which is produced by ADP®, a leading global provider of Human Capital Management (HCM) solutions, in collaboration with Moody's Analytics,... Read More.

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Gains honored by Friends of the Carmi Library

Thursday, June 9 by Jc Tinsley

The Friends of the Carmi Library recently honored former mayor Jimmy Gaines with a special award for his dedication in serving the Carmi Public Library. Jimmy was instrumental in aiding the library move... Read More.

SIC President’s and Vice President’s lists for Spring 2016

Thursday, June 9 by Jc Tinsley

Southeastern Illinois College has announced the President’s and Vice President’s list for the spring 2016 semester. To be eligible for the President’s and Vice President’s list, students must take a total of six credit hours in the summer and 12 credit hours during... Read More.

WVC’S DIESEL EQUIPMENT TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM TO HOST 8TH ANNUAL WICKED WHEELS CAR, TRUCK, MOTORCYCLE, & ANTIQUE TRACTOR SHOW

Thursday, June 9 by Jc Tinsley

Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 25, 2016! WVC’s Diesel Equipment Technology Program will host the 8th Annual Wicked Wheels Car, Truck, Motorcyle, & Antique Tractor Show! Whether you have a car, truck, motorcycle, antique tractor, semi, or NEW this year, JEEP, you are... Read More.

ALMA SMITH NAMED FMH MAY EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH

Thursday, June 9 by Jc Tinsley

Alma Smith was recently caught by surprise at her private retirement reception at Fairfield Memorial Hospital. A large crowd had gathered in her honor after dedicating 61 years of service to... Read More.

COMMUNITY FORUM TO BE HELD AT WVC POOL TO DISCUSS UPDATES TO THE POOL

Thursday, June 9 by Jc Tinsley

The public is invited to attend a Community Forum at the Wabash Valley College Pool to discuss developing a plan for updates to the Pool. In order to accommodate those interested in attending, a Forum will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, June... Read More.

RLC’s AmeriCorps grant renewed for $440K in 2016-17 academic year

Thursday, June 9 by Jc Tinsley

INA, Ill. (June 8, 2016) – Rend Lake College students will continue to volunteer in local communities next year, thanks to the renewal of the AmeriCorps Grant. Valued at approximately $440,000, the grant helps students with training and educational awards to both give... Read More.

MCPD arrest report 6/5-6/8

Thursday, June 9 by Jc Tinsley

The following subjects were arrested by the Mt. Carmel Police Department. All subjects are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.06/05/2016-Mt. Carmel Police received a loud noise complaint in the area of Bainum and Broadmoor. When the officer's arrived on scene they noticed a vehicle operating on... Read More.