Engineering majors McPherson, Dawson named PTK All-Illinois for RLC

Thursday, February 8 by Jc Tinsley

Rend Lake College engineering majors Blake McPherson (Mt. Vernon) and Alicia Dawson (Carterville) have been selected as Phi Theta Kappa All-Illinois Academic Team members. They will represent Rend Lake College's Rho Xi Chapter as All-USA nominees at PTK's upcoming All-Illinois Academic Team Banquet, April... Read More.

State Seeks Nominations for Governor’s Volunteer Service Awards

Thursday, February 8 by Jc Tinsley

The Serve Illinois Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service (Serve Illinois) is accepting nominations for the ninth annual Governor’s Volunteer Service Awards. These awards recognize individual volunteers and for-profit businesses and highlight the importance of community service in Illinois.“Each year, millions of Illinoisans take... Read More.

RLC Automotive Tech program receives NATEF accreditation

Thursday, February 8 by Jc Tinsley

One group of Rend Lake College students are getting back in the classroom this spring knowing they are receiving the highest quality education. RLC’s Automotive Technology program recently received reaccreditation from the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF).The accreditation is the highest level of... Read More.

Explore the Colorado Rockies, New England through RLC’s Collette Vacations

Thursday, February 8 by Jc Tinsley

Explore the east or west coasts of the United States this year with two unique trips offered by Rend Lake College. Partnering again with Collette Vacations, RLC invites you to tour the “old west” through the Colorado Rocky Mountains in July or sightsee New... Read More.

Statewide Task Force Outlines Plan to Expand Educational and Training Opportunities for Adult Learners

Thursday, February 8 by Jc Tinsley

Today at a press conference at the state Capitol, the Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) was joined by lawmakers to outline strategies for proactively responding to a future of work that will demand advanced skills and training. These strategies are embedded within the... Read More.

White County SWCD meeting to be held Friday, even if federal government shuts down

Thursday, February 8 by Jc Tinsley

White County Soil and Water Conservation District’s Annual Meeting will be held Friday, February 9, at the Floral Hall of the fairgrounds. Registration begins at 5:00 p.m. A free pork loin dinner will be served at 5:30. A short business meeting will follow. Three... Read More.

Early voting will begin today in White County

Thursday, February 8 by Jc Tinsley

From the White County Clerk's Office: Under 10 ILCS 5/19A-15(a), early voting will indeed begin today February 8, 2018. The ballot used will be the most recent amended ballot certification issued Monday, February 5, 2018. However, the Democratic primary ballot could change depending on the... Read More.

From Carmi to Juilliard and back – Native son Endicott to perform at Elks Club Saturday, Feb. 10

Wednesday, February 7 by Jc Tinsley

PHOTO COURTESY OF RUTHI DOOLEY PHOTOGRAPHY Pictured above is Carmi native Rob Endicott, who will be performing (along with four other top jazz musicians from the St. Louis area) at the Carmi... Read More.

Thefts reported to Carmi PD on Tuesday

Wednesday, February 7 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police took a theft report Tuesday morning from Donald Davis, who told officers that someone stole a 5X8 homemade trailer from his yard on Saunders Avenue. Tuesday afternoon, Clara Bohleber reported to Carmi Police that someone had taken some pills from her.

ISP D19 January Activity and Enforcement

Wednesday, February 7 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police District 19 Commander, Captain Cory Ristvedt, announced today activity and enforcement figures for the month of January. Troopers in District 19, which includes Wabash, Edwards, Wayne, White, Hamilton, Saline, and Gallatin Counties, recorded 1,010 incidents during the month.Enforcement activity consisted of... Read More.