RLC Foundation looks back on legacy of donor Marjorie Farrar

Thursday, December 22 by Jc Tinsley

The Diamond donor level in the Rend Lake College Foundation is reserved for those who go far above and beyond with contributions to the college. With only 11 members of this group, these donors represent major sponsors of all kinds, from scholarship donors to... Read More.

Illinois Selected to Participate in National Criminal Justice Reform Project

Thursday, December 22 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority (ICJIA) Executive Director John Maki today announced Illinois’ selection for participation in the National Criminal Justice Reform Project (NCJRP).The NCJRP offers technical assistance to states in the planning and implementation of data-driven, evidence-based practices in... Read More.

Rend Lake College Board of Trustees meeting calendar for 2017

Thursday, December 22 by Jc Tinsley

Tuesday January 10, 2017 6:30 PM Student CenterTuesday February 14, 2017 6:30 PM Student CenterTuesday March 14, 2017 6:30 PM Student CenterTuesday April 11, 2017 6:30 PM Student CenterTuesday May 2, 2017 6:30 PM Student CenterTuesday June 6, 2017 6:30 PM Student CenterTuesday July... Read More.

Illinois Department of Insurance Reminds Consumers of Their Rights When Joining an HMO

Thursday, December 22 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Insurance reminds Illinois consumers about their rights and legal protections related to HMO networks. Continuing health care services from a provider during an ongoing course of treatment is crucial. Illinois laws protect HMO members when their provider leaves a network... Read More.

Governor Rauner Signs Bipartisan Legislation to Extend the Illinois Affordable Housing Tax Credit

Thursday, December 22 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) Executive Director Audra Hamernik today applauded Governor Bruce Rauner for signing Senate Bill 2921, legislation that preserves an incentive for private investment in affordable housing throughout Illinois by extending the Affordable Housing Tax Credit for an additional five years.“The... Read More.

USDA Announces Conservation Reserve Program Investments in Illinois

Thursday, December 22 by Jc Tinsley

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Illinois Farm Service Agency (FSA) State Executive Director (SED) Scherrie V. Giamanco today announced that up to 15,000 acres can be enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) in Illinois for critical wildlife and water quality efforts.“Over the past... Read More.

Grayville City Council agenda for Tuesday, December 27

Thursday, December 22 by Jc Tinsley

CITY OF GRAYVILLE TUESDAY, DECEMBER 27, 2016 CITY COUNCIL MEETING 7:00 P.M. AGENDA PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCECALL TO ORDERROLL CALL:Mayor BischCommissioner JordanCommissioner BrockCommissioner DownsCommissioner StroudCONSENT AGENDATREASURER’S REPORTEXECUTIVE SESSION: 5 ILCS 120/2 (c) 1 The appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance or... Read More.

Unemployment Rates Remain Higher than National Rate in all but one Metro Area

Thursday, December 22 by Jc Tinsley

This month, 13 of Illinois’ metropolitan (metro) areas experienced declines in their over-the-year unemployment rates and one was unchanged. Eight of the metro areas had increases in nonfarm jobs and six reported declines, according to preliminary data released today by the U.S. Bureau of... Read More.

Secretary of State Offices Closed for Christmas

Thursday, December 22 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced that all offices and facilities open Monday to Friday will be closed Friday, December 23rd and Monday, December 26th, while facilities open Tuesday to Saturday will be closed Saturday, December 24th and Tuesday, December 27th, in observance... Read More.

Department of Human Services and Department of Commerce Announce Opportunities for SNAP Pilot Program

Thursday, December 22 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) and Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) today announced openings are still available for the Employment Opportunities, Personalized Services, Individualized Training, and Career Planning (EPIC) pilot program. This new pilot program is designed to provide... Read More.