Competitive Gaming Coming to RLC

Monday, May 8 by Jc Tinsley

With the explosion in popularity of competitive video gaming, Rend Lake College is excited to announce plans to host what everyone involved hopes is one of the largest e-sporting events Southern Illinois has ever seen in conjunction with Southern Illinois start-up Ultimate Gaming Championship... Read More.

NEW CHANGES TO SALE OF CHAMPIONS WILL AWARD PRIZE MONEY TO MORE YOUTH EXHIBITORS

Monday, May 8 by Jc Tinsley

In an effort to celebrate the accomplishments of our youth exhibitors, Director Raymond Poe and State Fair Manager Kevin Gordon announced today that changes outlined in the 2017 Illinois State Fair Joint Livestock Open & Junior Premium Book will allow for more youth exhibitors... Read More.

Hospice of Southern Illinois Announces President and CEO

Monday, May 8 by Jc Tinsley

Hospice of Southern Illinois' Board of Directors is pleased to appoint Amy Richter as the President and Chief Executive Officer effective April 30, 2017.Ms. Richter joined Hospice of Southern Illinois on December 14, 2009, as... Read More.

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Upcoming Events at SIC

Monday, May 8 by Jc Tinsley

May 12, 4-5 p.m. – Southeastern Illinois College’s Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) students and Practical Nursing (PN) students will have a pinning ceremony in the George T. Dennis Visual and Performing Arts Center (VPAC) theatre at SIC. There will be a light reception... Read More.

Illinois State Police announce enforcement results from inaugral Distracted Driving Week

Monday, May 8 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police (ISP) Troopers across the state participated in the first ever “distracted driving awareness week.” During this enforcement campaign Troopers gave special attention to distracted driving, while still enforcing other violations of the Illinois Vehicle Code (IVC). The... Read More.

Ashtyn Cowling named CEO Program Entrepreneur of the Year

Friday, May 5 by Jc Tinsley

Dr. Clint Taylor presents Ashtyn Cowling a $100 Visa Gift Card and certificate for being named Entrepreneur of the Year. The White County CEO Class met for the final time on May 5,... Read More.

RLC ENSEMBLES OFFER CHANCE FOR FREE CREDIT, FUN

Friday, May 5 by Jc Tinsley

Musicians in the Rend Lake College district are being encouraged to come toot their own horns and sing their hearts out as part of two music ensemble elective classes for the fall 2017 semester.The RLC Concert and Jazz Band (MUSI 1161) and the RLC... Read More.

Carmi Rotary hears about Nitrogen Reduction Challenge Thursday

Friday, May 5 by Jc Tinsley

JR Hubele introduced his brother in law, Bryan Tomm, as the program. Bryan told the Rotarians and guests that Tulane University is hosting a Nitrogen Reduction Challenge. This challenge is due to the fact that the Mississippi Basin of the Gulf of Mexico is... Read More.

Flooding affects recreation sites at Shawnee National Forest

Friday, May 5 by Jc Tinsley

Southern Illinois currently is responding to flooding. As rain continues to fall, many of our streams and rivers have yet to crest, or reach their highest level. While Shawnee National Forest works to assess the impacts of flooding, it’s important people remain safe... Read More.

Art Alliance of Southern Illinois to Hold Art Reception in Mt. Vernon

Friday, May 5 by Jc Tinsley

The Art Alliance of Southern Illinois is celebrating the opening of their group exhibit in the Made in Mt. Vernon Gift Shop at the Mt. Vernon Convention & Visitors Bureau. The reception will take place Friday, May 5