IDNR Seeking New Operator for Rend Lake Resort and Conference Center

Thursday, June 15 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has issued a Request for Proposals for a new operator for the Rend Lake Resort and Conference Center near Whittington in Franklin County.The Request for Proposals (RFP) document, which provides detailed information on the resort facilities and... Read More.

For Father’s Day, Lincoln Presidential Library displays furniture made by Abraham Lincoln’s father

Thursday, June 15 by Jc Tinsley

In honor of Father’s Day, the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum is displaying two rare pieces of furniture made by the 16th president’s father, Thomas Lincoln.The display begins on Friday, June 16, and ends on Monday, June 26. The furniture... Read More.

Annual Retraining, Surface-Only miner trainings scheduled at RLC

Thursday, June 15 by Jc Tinsley

Two training courses for local miners are coming to the Rend Lake College campus this summer. An annual refresher course will be held Thursday, June 29. Next month, a surface-only new miner training will meet Monday,... Read More.

Late night advisements, Super Saturday back at RLC this summer

Thursday, June 15 by Jc Tinsley

Check off those last-minute items on your “to-do” list this summer to get ready for fall classes at Rend Lake College. Academic advisors are hosting four late night advisement dates in June and July for students to register for classes. Students can also visit... Read More.

Shimkus issues statement on Wednesday’s shooting

Wednesday, June 14 by Jc Tinsley

Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) released the following statement regarding the shooting at this morning’s practice for the annual Congressional Baseball Game for charity. The congressman was not at practice today.“My prayers... Read More.

Carmi Police make two arrests, take theft report on Tuesday

Wednesday, June 14 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police arrested 47 year old Joseph Quertermoes of Shawneetown Tuesday morning after he was found attempting to hitchhike out of town. Quertermoes was wanted on a Gallatin County warrant for failure to appear on... Read More.

Indiana State Police Employee Accused of Insurance Fraud

Wednesday, June 14 by Jc Tinsley

A nearly four-month long investigation alleging insurance fraud was completed by the Indiana State Police and was recently submitted to the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office. The investigation has resulted in the arrest of Lucas P. Zeien, 37, of Evansville, IN.

Rend Lake College Board of Trustees — June 13, 2017, Special Meeting Highlights

Wednesday, June 14 by Jc Tinsley

Bond resolution approved The board on Tuesday approved a resolution providing for the issue of approximately $5 million in general obligation community college bonds for the purpose of paying claims against the district, providing for the levy of a direct annual tax sufficient... Read More.

Small Cell Networks and Smart Cities ICC Holds Policy Session on Building Smart Cities in Illinois

Wednesday, June 14 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) hosted a policy session on Wednesday to discuss how governments can work together with wireless service carriers to build smart cities across Illinois. The session included expert panelists from across the nation focusing on... Read More.