Critical blood shortage: Red Cross urges blood and platelet donors to give now

Tuesday, July 26 by Jc Tinsley

While thousands of people from across the country responded to the emergency request for blood and platelet donations issued by the American Red Cross in early July, a critical blood shortage remains. The Red Cross urges eligible donors to give now to help ensure...

Volleyball Camp draws dozens to RLC campus

Tuesday, July 26 by Jc Tinsley

Over two dozen aspiring volleyball athletes worked on their skills Saturday during Rend Lake College's Volleyball Camp. Throughout the week, the girls - grades 6 through 8 - worked with RLC Volleyball Coach Sara Crews and members of the RLC Volleyball team on...

Illinois Producers Reminded of Nearing Deadline to Submit Nominations for Farm Service Agency County Committees

Tuesday, July 26 by Jc Tinsley

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Illinois State Farm Service Agency (FSA) State Executive Director, (SED) Scherrie V. Giamanco, today reminded farmers, ranchers and other agricultural producers that they have until Aug. 1, 2016, to nominate eligible candidates to serve on local FSA county...

Carmi men behind bars after domestic call Monday night

Tuesday, July 26 by Jc Tinsley

Two Carmi men are in jail after Carmi Police responded to a domestic dispute call on Monday night.60 year old Jon...

Jesse White and Chicago Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson Encouraged Families to Follow Bicycle Rules of the Road

Tuesday, July 26 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White and Chicago Police Department Superintendent Eddie Johnson encouraged children and adults to practice safe bike riding by wearing a helmet and following the Bicycle Rules of the Road during a bike rodeo and helmet giveaway. “I hope families...

Hamilton County Chamber Announces “Movie in the Park” August 5th

Tuesday, July 26 by Jc Tinsley

The Hamilton County Chamber is pleased to bring you "Movie in the Park" Family Night on Friday, August 5th beginning at 6 p.m.This free event will begin at the City Pool with swimming from 6 – 8 p.m., followed by hot dogs, popcorn and...

Grayville City Council votes to update city code book

Tuesday, July 26 by Jc Tinsley

The Grayville City Council met for their second July meeting on Monday night, and swiftly moved through a short agenda.Approval was unanimously given for the publishing of the updated code book for the City by American Legal Publishing. The cost given was between $3900...

ISP District 19 joins forces with agencies statewide for 2016 Illinois Speed Awareness Day Campaign

Tuesday, July 26 by Jc Tinsley

During Illinois Speed Awareness Day this July 27th, Illinois State Police District 19 is taking a proactive approach to promote safety for motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians through both education and enforcement. In Illinois during 2014, speed was the reason for 32.4% of all traffic...

Upcoming Events at SIC Aug. 1-18

Tuesday, July 26 by Jc Tinsley

Aug. 1-4, 9 a.m. - noon or 1-4 p.m. -- Lego® MindStorms® Robotics Camp will be presented by the Southeastern Illinois College Math and Science Club for students in grades 2-7. The cost for the Robotics Camp is $99. Space is limited and...

Carmi Police serve warrant, make traffic stop arrest Saturday

Monday, July 25 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police officers didn’t have to go far to serve a Wabash County warrant Saturday morning. 20 year old Miranda Fritchley of West Salem, who is currently being held in the White County...