Hobby classes abound at RLC this spring

Tuesday, January 16 by Jc Tinsley

Rend Lake College has a hobby class for everyone this spring with focus on building street rods, painting, cross stitching, crocheting, golfing, writing, and watching the stars. Classes begin this month and run through May.First up this spring is the popular Principles of Street...

Saline County Sheriff’s Office arrest report

Tuesday, January 16 by Jc Tinsley

The Saline County Sheriff’s Office arrested the following: On January 11th: Codie Dawn Spears, 25, of Galatia on a warrant for Possession of Controlled Substance and Retail Theft. On...

Carmi Police busy over long weekend

Tuesday, January 16 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police arrested 30 year old Adam Hoover of Carmi on a White County warrant for residential burglary and theft Friday night. Hoover was taken into custody just after 8:30 pm and transported to the...

Shimkus Kicks Off Annual Valentines for Heroes Program

Monday, January 15 by Jc Tinsley

Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) is once again asking constituents to participate in his annual “Valentines for Heroes” program. The congressman’s district offices will collect valentines for distribution throughout the region to veterans and those currently serving in the military.“Thousands of...

Kiwanis Clubs learns about railroad safety; welcomes new member

Monday, January 15 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Kiwanis Club met on January 11. Club President, Holly Healy, welcomed all guests including Key Club members from Carmi-White County High School. Club member Scott Johnson was the winner of the Split the Pot drawing. Club member Toby Brown shared good news that...

State Rep. David Reis kicks off campaign for re-election

Monday, January 15 by Jc Tinsley

With the March Republican Primary rapidly approaching, State Representative David Reis (R-Ste. Marie) has kicked off his campaign for re-election as State Representative for the 109th Illinois House District.“It is an honor and privilege to serve as your voice in the...

Illinois Bicentennial Office and Illinois Humanities Announce Historical Road Scholars Speaker Bureau

Monday, January 15 by Jc Tinsley

The Governor’s Office of the Illinois Bicentennial and Illinois Humanities today announced a yearlong partnership: The Bicentennial Road Scholars Speakers Bureau. The announcement was made at the Mannie Jackson Center for the Humanities in Edwardsville.This year’s edition of Illinois Humanities’ popular...

Carmi City Council meeting agenda for Tuesday, January 16

Monday, January 15 by Jc Tinsley

AGENDA City of Carmi, Illinois City Council Meeting City Council Chambers, 225 East Main Street January 16, 2018 at 5:30p.m. 1. Call to order by Mayor Pollard, Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance.2. Roll Call.3. Approve January 2nd, 2018, Council...

Two arrests made by Carmi Police on Thursday

Friday, January 12 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police arrested 54 year old Vicki Thomas of Carmi at Dollar General Thursday just after 1 pm on a charge of felony retail theft. A records check showed that Thomas was also wanted on...

Illinois State Police Winter Weather Travel Advisory

Friday, January 12 by Jc Tinsley

With the prediction of falling temperatures and snow beginning tonight into the weekend, Illinois State Police (ISP) District 19 is reminding motorists to take the necessary precautions before getting behind the wheel.Vehicle safety is equally important to driving safely while on the roadways. “As...