Local News

First Mid-Illinois Bank & Trust Lends a Hand to Keep SIC Center Open

Friday, March 18 by Jc Tinsley

When tough times come, our neighbors are generally the ones to help us pick up the pieces and keep moving forward. Such is the case for the Workforce and Illinois Small Business Development Center (WISBDC) of Southeastern Illinois College. Due to the increased...

Tracy Wasson wins 2016 Paul Simon Essay Contest at SIC

Friday, March 18 by Jc Tinsley

Tracy Wasson of Harrisburg (left) receives a $50 check from Dr. Dana Keating, SIC Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs, for winning the 2016 Paul Simon Essay...

Carmi Police make arrest in assault at Little Giant

Friday, March 18 by Jc Tinsley

Thursday morning at 8:37am, Tiffany Crockett reported to the Carmi Police Department that in the morning hours on Wednesday, someone stole her dog from her residence on Webb Street. Just before noon on Thursday, Rice Motor Company informed the Police Department a license plate stolen...

INFLUENZA ON THE RISE – FMH TAKES PRECAUTION

Friday, March 18 by Jc Tinsley

Influenza activity continues to increase in the United States. In Illinois, many counties have experienced high levels of influenza-like illness (characterized as fever of 100ºF [37.8 ºC] or higher plus cough and/or sore throat). The Illinois Department of Public Health has issued recommendations regarding...

Application deadlines nearing for Nursing, Rad Tech, CMA programs at Rend Lake College

Friday, March 18 by Jc Tinsley

Testing and application deadlines for three Rend Lake College Allied Health programs are only weeks away for incoming students to enroll in the Fall 2016 semester.The Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program and Radiologic Technology program applications are due by midnight Thursday, March 31. Applications...

Kiwanis learn about Gift Garden Project Set to Get Growing this Spring

Friday, March 18 by Jc Tinsley

Paula Hatfield, Program Coordinator for the Hamilton County University of Illinois Extension is embarking on her 4thseason of a GIFT Garden. GIFT stands for Growing Illinois Food Together. She was at Kiwanis on Thursday to talk about Hamilton County steps to success in...

Carmi Rotary plays trivia to get ready for Saturday night

Friday, March 18 by Jc Tinsley

At Thursday’s Rotary meeting, members divided up for a Trivia contest in preparation for Saturday Night. The three teams were very competitive and had a lot of fun. This Saturday, Rotary will host their semi annual trivia contest at the American Legion. The first...

IEMA Reminds People About Weather Alert Radio Contest

Friday, March 18 by Jc Tinsley

SPRINGFIELD – Nearly 50 weather warnings were issued Tuesday evening across the northern half of Illinois, including 19 tornado warnings. Several tornado touchdowns were reported, resulting in damage to dozens of structures. Fortunately, it appears no serious injuries or deaths resulted from the storms. James...

Illinois State Police Committed to Community Relations‏

Friday, March 18 by Jc Tinsley

Along with our commitment to keeping Illinois’ roadways and communities safe, officials with the Illinois State Police (ISP) continue to work on ensuring we maintain a trusted and positive relationship with the citizens of Illinois. From sports and youth camps,...