Carmi woman arrested Monday after traffic stop

Tuesday, December 5 by Jc Tinsley

A Carmi woman was arrested following a traffic stop Monday night by Carmi Police. 40 year old Elizabeth Doneghue was stopped at the intersection of Fackney and Smith Streets at 9:19 pm and was taken... Read More.

Two arrested in Clay County after power outage

Tuesday, December 5 by Jc Tinsley

Two Flora men are behind bars after Clay County officials say they were responsible for a power outage that disrupted service to almost 1600 Wayne-White Co-op customers last Monday night.

Severin to Hold Satellite Office Hours in Benton

Tuesday, December 5 by Jc Tinsley

State Representative Dave Severin (R- Benton) announced that his office will be holding Satellite Office Hours at the Benton Public Library on Wednesday, December 13, from 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm.“Satellite office hours are a good way for me... Read More.

Illinois Student Assistance Commission Announces 2018-19 Illinois State Scholars

Tuesday, December 5 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) is pleased to announce the names of the 2018-19 Illinois State Scholars. These outstanding honorees represent some of Illinois’ best and brightest, and join the other top Illinois high school students honored with the... Read More.

Gov. Rauner launches 24/7 helpline to combat opioid epidemic, help Illinoisans in crisis

Tuesday, December 5 by Jc Tinsley

Gov. Bruce Rauner today announced the launch of a statewide helpline to provide immediate assistance for those impacted by addiction to opioids and other substances. The helpline will provide a confidential outlet for individuals experiencing opioid use disorders, their families and anyone affected... Read More.

FMH expanding Horizon Healthcare into Cisne area

Tuesday, December 5 by Jc Tinsley

Pictured is the team for the Horizon Healthcare Clinic that is opening in Cisne in early 2018: Amber Howard, CNA; Jessica Lane, RN; Marla Lafikes, M.D.; Sherry Mewes, APN, FNP; Liz Molt, CNA,... Read More.

Forest Service seeking committee members to advise on recreation site fees

Tuesday, December 5 by Jc Tinsley

The U.S. Forest Service is seeking volunteer committee members to advise the agency on recreation fee changes at national forest sites throughout the northeastern United States. Vacancies exist for four current positions and four “back-up” replacement positions on the Eastern Region Recreation Resource Advisory... Read More.

Hospice of Southern Illinois’ welcomes new Board of Directors

Tuesday, December 5 by Jc Tinsley

Hospice of Southern Illinois, Inc. welcomes the following community members who were elected to serve a three-year term on its Board of Directors: · Ayn M. Bartok, Managing Broker and Owner, All in One Real Estate Company · Marilyn Falaster, Program Director,... Read More.

FREE GED TEST PREP CLASSES AT WABASH VALLEY COLLEGE

Tuesday, December 5 by Jc Tinsley

Wabash Valley College is pleased to announce the upcoming Free GED Test Prep Classes which will be offered at Wabash Valley College. The classes will be offered from January 9-March 1 and will meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00p.m. or... Read More.

Illinois Farm Bureau: Sluggish Farm Economy Continues to Concern Illinois Farmers

Tuesday, December 5 by Jc Tinsley

Considering continued weakness in the farm economy, 33 percent of Illinois farmers surveyed expect the overall financial health of their farms to decline in 2018. Fifty-nine percent said they expect it to remain the same as in 2017. The answers are in response... Read More.