IL House Democrats Pass Sweeping Gun Safety Measures

Thursday, March 1 by Jc Tinsley

Responding to a nationwide call from students and parents for immediate action on gun safety in the wake of another tragic mass shooting, Illinois House Democrats passed critical legislation reducing access to assault rifles, banning the sale of ‘bump stock’ modifications, and licensing...

WVC Community Garden Expansion Begins

Thursday, March 1 by Jc Tinsley

The Community Garden is a service-learning and leadership opportunity at Wabash Valley College that has been working for 3 years to provide fresh produce to theWADI food pantry. Jennifer Stroughmatt began the Garden after recognizing a need in our area for access to fresh...

Prairie Farmer Names 2018 Master Farmers

Thursday, March 1 by Jc Tinsley

MARIETTA, Ill. (March 1, 2018) – Four Illinois farmers have been selected as 2018 Master Farmers by Prairie Farmer magazine. The group will be honored for their exceptional agricultural production skills and community service at a ceremony in Springfield, Ill., on Wednesday, March 14. Award...

FMH March Calendar of Events

Thursday, March 1 by Jc Tinsley

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group:The Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Support Group will meet Saturday, March 3rd from 11 a.m. - Noon, located in the Harlan Yates Board Room located in the FMH Medical Arts Complex. The MS Support Group meets the first Saturday of each month.CPR...

Reis sponsors legislation for “In God We Trust” license plates

Thursday, March 1 by Jc Tinsley

A total of 17 states currently have some form of an “In God We Trust” license plate including our neighbors in Indiana, Kentucky, and Wisconsin. Legislation sponsored by State Representative David Reis (R-Ste. Marie) filed legislation which was approved in the House Vehicles...

Governor takes bill action

Thursday, March 1 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner took action today on the following bill: Bill No.: HB 768 An Act Concerning Education Action: Vetoed Note: Veto message below. February 28, 2018 To the Honorable Members of The Illinois House of Representatives, 100th General Assembly:

Illinois EPA Announces Draft Plan to Fund $108 Million in Alternate Fuel, Electric and Related Infrastructure Projects

Thursday, March 1 by Jc Tinsley

The state is unveiling its plan to spend its share of a multi-billion dollar Volkswagen Settlement. Illinois has been allocated more than $108 million dollars after it was discovered Volkswagen installed emissions cheating software in certain diesel vehicles.Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (Illinois EPA) Director...

Carmi Police investigating break in of church bus

Wednesday, February 28 by Jc Tinsley

Tuesday morning, Carmi Police responded to a call from the First Christian Church. Pastor Greg Grant reported that sometime over the weekend, someone forced their way into the church’s shuttle bus and rummaged through it. A dome light was also broken.

FMH mammography receives donation for new robes

Wednesday, February 28 by Jc Tinsley

Pictured are the Diagnostic Imaging Technologists, Rhonda Grinols RT(R)(M)(CT), Melanie Perkins RT(R)(M)(CT),RDMS, and Jessica Austin RT(R) wearing the new lint-free robes purchased for Diagnostic Mammography Patients. Unavailable for the photo was Melinda Bunting, R.T.(R)(M)(RDMS)(RDCS). Fairfield...

RLC crowns Bradley, Kovarik 2018 Homecoming King and Queen

Wednesday, February 28 by Jc Tinsley

Rend Lake College announced the 2018 Homecoming King and Queen tonight during halftime of the Warriors basketball game tonight against Lincoln Trail College. Lane Bradley of Steeleville representing the Culinary Arts Club and Amy Kovarik of Sesser representing the Student Ambassadors were crowned King...