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Coal Mine Safety and Rescue Skills Put to the Test at SIC June 7-8

Wednesday, June 1 by Jc Tinsley

More than 100 coal miners from around the region will assemble to compete in a variety of safety and rescue exercises at Southeastern Illinois College in Harrisburg, Illinois, on June 7 and 8 during the fifth annual Mine Rescue Skills Competition.

LOCAL MEDICAL PROVIDERS TO OFFER FREE SPORTS PHYSICALS STARTING JUNE 9

Wednesday, June 1 by Jc Tinsley

Local medical providers will offer free sports physicals to incoming high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors starting June 9.To participate students should be a sophomore, junior, or senior – no freshmen or junior high students and should call a provider to make an appointment....

MCPD Arrests 5/26-5/31

Wednesday, June 1 by Jc Tinsley

05/26/2016- Mt. Carmel Police arrested 20 year old Kathryn A. Gregg and 20 year old Kyle R. Stewart, both of Mt. Carmel, at their residence on Pear Street. MCPD Officers went to the residence after it was discovered the two were wanted on a failure to appear warrant. Both...

Upcoming Events at SIC

Wednesday, June 1 by Jc Tinsley

June 6 – Summer semester begins at Southeastern Illinois College. Registration is going on now. Call 252-5400 ext. 4120 for further information.June 9, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. – GED Testing will be held at Southeastern Illinois...

Sen. Righter on lack of state budget sent to Governor

Wednesday, June 1 by Jc Tinsley

“Democrats allowing the spring legislative session to end without a balanced state budget is beyond irresponsible. They appear completely content with taking our state into a financial black hole.“Social service providers, students, schools, the vulnerable, countless organizations, and taxpayers are continuing...

Carmi Police have busy Memorial Day weekend

Tuesday, May 31 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Police Department arrested 45 year old Donnie Newman of Carmi on Friday at his residence on a White County warrant issued for strong arm battery. Newman was taken into custody at 5:38pm and was transported to the White County Jail. He was...

White County Sheriff’s Department investigates destroyed bicycle

Tuesday, May 31 by Jc Tinsley

The White County Sheriff’s Department received a report that a mobile home in Concord had been pushed into the Little Wabash River on Sunday. Deputies arrived at the scene and found that the home was moved from its original location, but was not in...

Rep. Brandon Phelps to Host Free Community Shred Day

Tuesday, May 31 by Jc Tinsley

n an effort to help residents safeguard themselves against fraud, state Rep. Brandon Phelps, D-Harrisburg, is hosting a free Community Shred Day with the Harrisburg Township Park District on Saturday, June 18 from 10 a.m....

Righter: Legislation ensures schools will open in fall despite state budget impasse

Tuesday, May 31 by Jc Tinsley

Despite the state’s ongoing budget impasse, schools would open next fall and receive at least the same amount of funding they are receiving now under legislation co-sponsored by State Sen. Dale Righter (R-Mattoon).Senate Bill 3434 would fully fund K-12 education for...

State Troopers to Strictly Enforce Speeding, DUI, Seatbelt, and Distracted Driving

Friday, May 27 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police (ISP) District 19 Commander, Captain Kelly Hodge, is reminding motorists to take the necessary safety precautions to prevent senseless tragedies during the upcoming Memorial Day holiday weekend. Memorial Day weekend is one of the busiest periods for travelers and millions of...