Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs to visit Carmi and McLeansboro August 29th

Friday, August 19 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs will be visiting Carmi on Monday, August 29 from 2:30-3:30 pm to visit with Carmi Chamber of Commerce members at the Carmi City Council Chamber to host an information discussion. In addition, he would like to hear your concerns and... Read More.

White County Crop Tour scheduled for August 26

Friday, August 19 by Jc Tinsley

The 20th annual White County Crop Tour will be held on Friday, August 26, 2016.Individuals are invited for breakfast refreshments the morning of the program starting at 7:00 a.m. in the basement meeting room of the Farm Bureau Building in Carmi. Teams will depart... Read More.

Evansville man arrested by Carmi Police for violating OP

Friday, August 19 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police received a report of a stolen scooter just after 11:30am Thursday morning. Robert Steingruby told officers that overnight, someone stole a black Tomos Nitro 49cc scooter from his yard.At 1:44am Friday,... Read More.

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White County Sheriff’s Department investigating mower theft

Friday, August 19 by Jc Tinsley

The White County Sheriff’s Department is investigating the theft of a mower from Hillyard Sales and Service that was reported Wednesday morning. Kristie Hillyard reported to deputies that on June 10th, a Scag Cheetah model mower valued at $8,800 was noticed missing from their... Read More.

RLC offering computer workshops on all campuses

Friday, August 19 by Jc Tinsley

Locals in all of Rend Lake College’s district have the chance to take advantage of four different computer workshops during the Fall 2016 semester. Classes will be offered in Microsoft Word, Excel, and QuickBooks.Beginning Microsoft Word will be offered at the... Read More.

RLC, AHA teaming up to offer Emergency Services training

Friday, August 19 by Jc Tinsley

Rend Lake College is again teaming up with the American Heart Association (AHA) this fall to offer a number of emergency services courses at the AHA Training Center at the RLC MarketPlace in Mt. Vernon.Among these courses are BLS, CPR and First... Read More.

Allendale RFPD receives new AED through gift

Friday, August 19 by Jc Tinsley

The Allendale Rural Fire Protection District received a new Automated External Defibrillator (AED) purchased with funds donated to the District by friends and family of Nadine Smith.“We are very appreciative of their generosity,” said Chief Gerald Brooks, “these life saving devices cost approximately $2,000.00.... Read More.

From Sew to Show: Long Time Exhibitor Celebrates 67th Year at Illinois State Fair

Friday, August 19 by Jc Tinsley

The State Fair is the Olympics for some exhibitors who enter projects in the nearly 100 year old Hobbies, Arts, and Crafts Building. This facility is home to baking, textile exhibits, and more. One person who has been exhibiting at the fair is Marian... Read More.

Halloween Fun Planned at Burrell’s Woods

Friday, August 19 by Jc Tinsley

On October 21-22 the City of Carmi, in conjunction with the Carmi Chamber of Commerce, will be hosting a Halloween Weekend at Burrell’s Woods.On October 21, those camping will be encouraged to decorate their campsites with a fall theme. “We do ask that the... Read More.

Champion Labs Car and Motorcycle Cruise-In coming September 10th

Friday, August 19 by Jc Tinsley

The Rewards & Recognition team at Champion Laboratories invites the public to their Cruisin’ Back to Champ Car and Motorcycle Cruise-In from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 10, 2016. This event will be at Champ’s Air Plant, 301 Industrial Drive, Albion,... Read More.