Summer Story Hour program wraps up at Carmi Public Library

Thursday, June 29 by Jc Tinsley

Wednesday was the wind up Story Hour for our Summer Reading Program at Carmi Public Library. Ranger Mattie from Rend Lake Army Corps of Engineers was our presenter, bringing several mounts of birds found in our region. She discussed food preferences, habits, and feathers... Read More.

Crossville woman arrested by Carmi Police after traffic stop Wednesday night

Thursday, June 29 by Jc Tinsley

27 year old Jenny Ward of Crossville was arrested by Carmi Police Wednesday night following a traffic stop at the intersection of Hillsdale and Ellen Drives. Ward was wanted on a charge of obstructing justice,... Read More.

State Fair Entry Deadlines Approaching

Thursday, June 29 by Jc Tinsley

State Fair Manager Kevin Gordon wants to remind fairgoers of several upcoming competition deadlines for the 2017 Illinois State Fair.Entry deadlines for various competitions are listed below. Please note that some deadlines fall on a Saturday. If an entry deadline falls on a weekend,... Read More.

Representative Dave Severin to Hold Satellite Office Hours at Christopher Civic Center

Thursday, June 29 by Jc Tinsley

Representative Dave Severin (R- Benton) will be holding satellite office hours at the Christopher Civic Center 208 N. Thomas St. Christopher, IL, 62822, on Wednesday July 5th from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm.Rep. Severin’s staff will be available to take... Read More.

Air Evac Lifeteam Visits SIC Nursing Students

Wednesday, June 28 by Jc Tinsley

Southeastern Illinois College Nursing students examine an Air Evac helicopter as they learn about possible career opportunities as a flight nurse on an Air Evac Lifeteam this week.

WVC ANNOUNCES HOLIDAY CLOSINGS

Wednesday, June 28 by Jc Tinsley

Wabash Valley College has announced the following closings for the Fourth of July holiday: There will be no classes and all offices will be closed on Tuesday, July 4. The Red Café will be closed the week of July 3 through July 7. Small... Read More.

Illinois Ranks Highest in Nation for Road Safety

Wednesday, June 28 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois has been recognized as the top state in the country for road safety, according to The State of Safety report released by the National Safety Council. The report uses a grading system to rank states based on policy and laws pertaining to key... Read More.

Temporary closures at Rend Lake for Fireworks Festival

Wednesday, June 28 by Jc Tinsley

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Rend Lake is advising visitors of temporary closures designed to accommodate the Rend Lake Fireworks Festival activities at Rend Lake on July 1, 2017. Due to safety requirements set forth by American Fireworks Company, the River Road... Read More.

American Red Cross Issues Top 4th of July Safety Steps for Travel, Grilling and Fireworks

Wednesday, June 28 by Jc Tinsley

This Fourth of July, many people will be traveling, firing up the backyard grill or enjoying fireworks, and the American Red Cross offers a series of steps everyone can follow to safely enjoy the holiday weekend. HIGHWAY SAFETY Millions of people will... Read More.

Shimkus Applauds EPA Withdrawal of WOTUS Rule

Wednesday, June 28 by Jc Tinsley

Congressman Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) released the following statement after the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced it would withdraw its controversial Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule:“This is a huge win for... Read More.