Fireworks to highlight Independence Day Festivities in Carmi

Thursday, June 22 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Chamber of Commerce is once again partnering with the City of Carmi and area businesses and individuals for the annual fireworks show which will begin at 9 pm at the White County Fairgrounds on July 4. This year’s display will be by... Read More.

MORE KIDS IN THE WOODS PROGRAM SPONSORS YOUTH FROM SHAWNEE TRIBES

Thursday, June 22 by Jc Tinsley

Shawnee National Forest and Southern Illinois University recently hosted a group of twelve from two Shawnee Tribes as part of a special program called More Kids in the Woods.The week-long visit to Shawnee National Forest was an opportunity for the youth to learn about,... Read More.

Severin to Hold Satellite Office Hours Herrin City Library

Thursday, June 22 by Jc Tinsley

Representative Dave Severin (R- Benton) will be holding satellite office hours at Herrin City Library, 120 N. 13th St., Herrin, IL 62948, on Wednesday June 28th from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm.Rep. Severin’s office staff will be available to take... Read More.

IL Dept. of Public Health is warning to “Watch Out For Rabid Bats And Animals”

Thursday, June 22 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) wants people to beware of rabid animals, including bats, as they become more active this time of year. To date, more than a dozen rabid bats have been reported in Illinois this year.“Most cases of rabies in... Read More.

MCPD arrest report 6/19

Thursday, June 22 by Jc Tinsley

The following subjects were arrested by the Mt. Carmel Police Department. All subjects are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.06/19/2017-Mt. Carmel Police arrested 37 year old Michelle A. Johnson of Sharon, Pennsylvania after she was stopped by Mt. Carmel Police. The... Read More.

Attention Springfield: Do Something Before It’s Too Late

Thursday, June 22 by Jc Tinsley

A column by Southeastern Illinois College President Jonah Rice, Ph.D. Illinois has been without a budget for two years and we’re looking at a minimum of one more, maybe even two additional... Read More.

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Madigan Calls Committee of the Whole Meetings to Hear Direct Impact of Rauner Proposals

Thursday, June 22 by Jc Tinsley

House Speaker Michael J. Madigan will give workers injured on the job an opportunity to tell legislators how Gov. Bruce Rauner’s proposed changes to the workers’ compensation system will directly impact them at a committee of the whole hearing Thursday.“The governor... Read More.

RLC grad Drake Carter preps for med school in Australia

Thursday, June 22 by Jc Tinsley

For one Rend Lake College graduate, the list of personal and academic achievements goes on and on: 4.0 grade point average with four appearances on the President’s Honors list, Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Rho Xi Honor Society member and All-USA nominee, Student Ambassador, and... Read More.

IECC Board of Trustees Meeting 06-20-2017

Wednesday, June 21 by Jc Tinsley

The Board of Trustees approved the employment of two new deans at the regular meeting Tuesday, June 20th, at Lincoln Trail College, Robinson. Employed was Michael Conn as Dean of Instruction at Olney Central College and Brent Todd... Read More.

Carmi man arrested on drug charges after traffic stop Tuesday night

Wednesday, June 21 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police arrested 24 year old Sean Spurlock of Carmi following a traffic stop on Tuesday night. Spurlock was stopped at the intersection of Burrell and Stewart Streets at 9:23 pm for not having active... Read More.