MCPD: Update on arrest of armed robbery suspect

Thursday, October 27 by Jc Tinsley

On 10/22/2016, John Ryan Tennis, age 36, of rural Mt. Carmel was taken into custody in relationship to two armed robberies that occurred in Mt. Carmel.On October 11, 2016 a male subject armed with a handgun entered Family Video at 520 N. Walnut Street requesting all... Read More.

Carmi woman surrenders on warrant for oil field theft case

Thursday, October 27 by Jc Tinsley

42 year old Heather L Browning of Carmi surrendered at the Carmi Police Department Wednesday afternoon after a White County warrant was issued for her arrest.Browning was wanted on charges of burglary and theft over... Read More.

Hamilton Memorial Foundation to Host 17th Annual Dinner

Thursday, October 27 by Jc Tinsley

Hamilton Memorial Hospital Foundation will host its 17th annual Foundation Dinner on Saturday, November 19. Dinner will be held at the Hamilton County Senior High School with seating and silent auction beginning at 5:00 p.m. and the dinner to begin at 6:00 p.m.“The support... Read More.

CONCEALED CARRY COURSE OFFERED AT WVC NOVEMBER 10-12, 2016

Thursday, October 27 by Jc Tinsley

If you are interested in obtaining your Illinois Concealed Carry License, why not enroll in the next Concealed Carry course being offered by Illinois Eastern Community Colleges which will be offered at Wabash Valley College on Thursday and Friday nights, November 10 and 11,... Read More.

Don’t be a Ghoul, Don’t Drink and Drive

Thursday, October 27 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) joined the Illinois State Police (ISP) and local police agencies today to warn motorists against becoming an impaired driving monster this Halloween. If you are planning to be out celebrating this Halloween, the message is simple: Drive Sober... Read More.

RLC Fall Play “The Legend of Robin Hood” announces cast, tickets on sale now

Thursday, October 27 by Jc Tinsley

It’s been called “the perfect play” by cast and crew, and with opening day only two weeks off, Rend Lake College’s actors are putting on the final touches to open the 2016 Fall Play “The Legend of Robin Hood.” The show premiers at 7... Read More.

SIC Speech Team ‘Nailed It’ in First Tournament of the Year

Wednesday, October 26 by Jc Tinsley

SIC’s Forensic Falcons speech team claimed top honors at this weekend’s Fright Fest invitational hosted by Illinois Central College in Peoria, IL. SIC advanced 93 percent of their competition entries into elimination rounds,... Read More.

Illinois 529 Plan Among Best in the Country

Wednesday, October 26 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs announced today that Illinois’ Bright Directions College Savings Program was named among the best in the nation, according to Morningstar. Morningstar, which evaluates and rates college savings plans, released its results Tuesday rating Bright Directions a “Silver-Rated Fund”. According to... Read More.

Rebecca Hubele receives WCRC volunteer award

Wednesday, October 26 by Jc Tinsley

Each year Wabash Christian Retirement Center (WCRC) host the Family and Friends Dinner to honor the many volunteers that contribute to our residents each day. Jeannie Gossett, WCRC Volunteer Coordinator and Rebecca Hubele, award... Read More.

Workers’ Comp Commission Updates Technology at No Cost to Taxpayer

Wednesday, October 26 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission (IWCC) today announced the launch of its Digital Transformation Project, which will modernize all agency systems, including the outdated paper-based filing system. This improvement is another step in the Rauner Administration’s initiative to cut red tape and modernize technology... Read More.