ICC Establishes Office of Cybersecurity and Risk Management

Thursday, March 30 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) announced today the establishment of a new Office of Cybersecurity and Risk Management, with Dominic Saebeler serving as director. The initiative complements Governor Bruce Rauner’s commitment to building a more cyber secure Illinois.Through the development of...

GWRPC holding photo contest on Instagram

Thursday, March 30 by Jc Tinsley

GWRPC is looking for photos that showcase our region. The photos will be featured in the region’s economic development plan. The ideal photo will capture the region’s unique assets (including but not limited to natural resources, business & industry, historic sites, and/or infrastructure)What do...

Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs Honors 35 Vietnam War Veterans

Thursday, March 30 by Jc Tinsley

Vietnam War Veterans today were honored and thanked for their service during the Vietnam War at the Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs Veterans Home in LaSalle, Illinois. During the ceremony, a total of 35 Veterans were honored with a 50 year commemoration pin and...

Governor Highlights New Cadet Illinois State Police Classes

Thursday, March 30 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today highlighted the approval of two Illinois State Police (ISP) Cadet classes, and reaffirmed the administration's continued support for the ISP and public safety. He proclaimed April 1, 2017 Illinois State Police Day in Illinois to honor the 95th anniversary...

Carmi Police report busy Wednesday

Thursday, March 30 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Police Department took a damage report Wednesday morning. Tara Johnson reported at 11:27 am that over the weekend, someone removed her son’s bike from a rack at Washington Attendance Center and threw it down a flight of stairs. Johnson said that the...

Callie Smith wins 2017 Paul Simon Essay Contest at SIC

Thursday, March 30 by Jc Tinsley

A student essay reflecting on how opportunities given at Southeastern Illinois College and changes made while attending community college helps one to follow their passion has earned Callie Smith of Eldorado the 2017 Paul Simon Essay award at SIC.

RMTD offering to take residents to polls for April 4 Consolidated Election

Wednesday, March 29 by Jc Tinsley

Rides Mass Transit District is continuing its efforts to provide complimentary transportation to the polls for the April 4 Consolidated Election.If you need transportation to vote April 4, simply contact your local RMTD Operation Center to schedule a ride at no cost."This is one...

White County Historical Society Spring Dinner Meeting April 10

Wednesday, March 29 by Jc Tinsley

Reservations are being taken for the White County Historical Society Spring Dinner Meeting on Monday, April 10. Following the catered meal (cost $15 per person)Mr. Perry Garner from Albion will present a brief history of mussel shell buttons which were produced in Grayville. Mr....

Multiple Projects Planned for I-69 Corridor in Evansville This Spring

Wednesday, March 29 by Jc Tinsley

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces lane restrictions for I-69 in Evansville the Lynch Road interchange. Beginning on or around Friday March 31, contractors will begin work on multiple I-69 bridges from the Olmstead Road Crossing to Covert Avenue. Crews will restrict one...

MCPD arrests unregistered sex offender Tuesday

Wednesday, March 29 by Jc Tinsley

The following subject was arrested by the Mt. Carmel Police Department. All subjects are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.02/28/2017- An investigation into an unregistered sex offender living in the 400 block of W. 4th Street lead to the arrest of...