MCPD arrest report 5/5 – 5/7

Monday, May 8 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.05/05/2017-Mt. Carmel Police arrested 33 year old Gavin M. Roberts of Mt. Carmel after police were called to 400 block of Elm...

Statement from Speaker Madigan on budget

Monday, May 8 by Jc Tinsley

Speaker Michael J. Madigan issued the following statement Monday:“For nearly two years, families in our communities have lost critical services as a result of the budget impasse. Educators, social service agencies and countless others have warned that Illinois will be...

ISP District 19 April Activity and Enforcement

Monday, May 8 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police District 19 Commander, Captain Cory Ristvedt, announced today activity and enforcement figures for the month of April. Troopers in District 19, which includes Wabash, Edwards, Wayne, White, Hamilton, Saline, and Gallatin Counties, recorded 1,281 incidents during the month.Enforcement activity consisted of...

SHAWNEE NATIONAL FOREST TO HOST FISHING DERBIES

Monday, May 8 by Jc Tinsley

Whether you love fishing or have never tried it, taking a kid fishing can be a rewarding experience. Springtime is one of the best times to go fishing, and at the annual Shawnee National Forest fishing derby, you can enjoy the beautiful outdoors....

Governor Announces Appointments

Monday, May 8 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today announced he has made appointments and reappointments to the Illinois Workforce Innovation Board, the Illinois Human Rights Commission, the Illinois Criminal Justice Authority and the Civil Service Commission.Name: Manuel Rodriguez Position: Board Member – Illinois Workforce...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...