Carmi Police make Wednesday arrest following traffic stop

Thursday, September 29 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi police arrested 37 year old Bradley Stephens of Carmi following a traffic stop Wednesday afternoon. Stephens was stopped on Commerce Street just before 2:30 pm and was taken into custody for driving on... Read More.

Congress Successfully Overrides Presidential Veto

Thursday, September 29 by Jc Tinsley

Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) released the following statement today after the House and Senate voted to override President Obama’s veto of the Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act:“Families who lost loved ones to acts of international terrorism on American soil... Read More.

Righter appointed to lead major budget committee for Senate Republicans

Thursday, September 29 by Jc Tinsley

Beginning in the fall veto session this November, State Sen. Dale Righter (R-Mattoon) will serve as the newly-named Minority Spokesperson for the Appropriations I Committee.In his role as Spokesperson, Righter will be a lead budget spokesman and public voice on budget... Read More.

FMH Book Fair set for October 7

Thursday, September 29 by Jc Tinsley

The Fairfield Memorial Hospital will be holding a Book Fair on Friday, October 7 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. in Fairfield Memorial Hospital’s Medical Arts Complex Community Education Room. Everyone is invited to come and purchase from hundreds of new books and gifts... Read More.

Saline County man facing new charges in alleged kidnapping plot of States Attorney

Thursday, September 29 by Jc Tinsley

New charges against a Saline County man accused in March of killing and burning the body of his estranged wife were announced at a press conference in Harrisburg on Wednesday.Saline County States Attorney Mike Henshaw... Read More.

Mt. Carmel Police Department arrest report 9/27/16

Wednesday, September 28 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.09/27/2016-Mt. Carmel Police arrested two individuals after drugs and a switch blade knife were found in a vehicle being driven by 35... Read More.

SIC Theatre Presents Charlotte’s Web: The Musical October 8

Wednesday, September 28 by Jc Tinsley

Cast members practice the “barn dance” during a rehearsal for the upcoming children’s show, Charlotte’s Web: The Musical at SIC Oct. 8 at... Read More.

Governor Rauner Encourages Illinoisans to Serve Those Who Served

Wednesday, September 28 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today joined Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs (IDVA) Assistant Director Harry Sawyer at the Illinois State Military Museum in Springfield to encourage Illinoisans to participate in a new state-wide program to thank service men and women, our veterans and their... Read More.

IDOT 20th Annual International Walk to School Day

Wednesday, September 28 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is encouraging schools throughout the state to participate in the 20thAnnual International Walk to School Day on Oct. 5. Launched in 2000, International Walk to School Day is an opportunity for schools to promote... Read More.

ISP District 19 releases results from Septermber OREP, announces October patrols

Wednesday, September 28 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police District 19 has released results from Occupant Restraint Enforcement Patrols that were conducted this month.Patrols in Wabash and Edwards Counties conducted on Saturday, September 24 resulted in 28 seat belt violations out of 32 total tickets written. In addition twelve written... Read More.