Overall Job Growth Still Lags National Average as Illinoisans Leave Labor Force

Friday, June 17 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that the unemployment rate in May decreased 0.2 percentage points to 6.4 percent and nonfarm payrolls decreased by -2,500 jobs, based on preliminary data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and IDES.... Read More.

$45,000 in Unclaimed Property Up For Auction Online from Illinois Treasurer

Friday, June 17 by Jc Tinsley

Collectible coins, gold jewelry and sterling dinnerware are some of the 11,600 unclaimed property items worth $45,000 to be auctioned online June 20-24."Our unclaimed property team works hard to return valuables to their rightful owners," Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs said. "If the property goes... Read More.

Bicentennial Celebration; Fireworks to highlight Independence Day Festivities in Carmi

Friday, June 17 by Jc Tinsley

The Independence Day holiday will bring much activity to Carmi. The City of Carmi is hosting a Bicentennial Celebration at Burrell’s Woods on July 4th. Food vendors will be available beginning around 1pm. At 4pm, The Bradshaw’s will perform. At 5:30pm A Band Called... Read More.

Master Showmanship Contest at Illinois State Fair set for August 12

Friday, June 17 by Jc Tinsley

The 17th Annual Master Showmanship Contest at the Illinois State Fair is scheduled for Friday, August 12 beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the Junior Livestock Barn.Each year the Master Showmanship Contest recognizes 4-H youth who have excelled at showing three species... Read More.

Former CWCHS Academic and Athletic Standout Finds Success with BWX Technologies

Thursday, June 16 by Jc Tinsley

The chemistry between the Four Horsemen of the 1998-1999 CWCHS basketball team that advanced to the state tournament was undeniable. Chemistry and Engineering has taken at least one of the horsemen much... Read More.

Kathy Evans, RLC Title III Curriculum Specialist, completes Chair Academy

Thursday, June 16 by Jc Tinsley

Rend Lake College now has five graduates of the Chair Academy for Leadership and Development as Kathy Evans, Title III Curriculum Specialist, completed the program earlier this month.The Chair Academy, a department of Mesa Community College and the Maricopa County Community... Read More.

SIC Students take on New York

Thursday, June 16 by Jc Tinsley

Southeastern Illinois College Art Club and Theatre Club (Theta Sigma Phi) traveled to the Big Apple last month for some exciting cultural experiences.Staying at a hotel near Times... Read More.

Speaker Ryan Signs Shimkus Chemical Safety Bill, Sending it to The White House

Wednesday, June 15 by Jc Tinsley

Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Fred Upton (R-MI) and Subcommittee on Environment and the Economy Chairman John Shimkus (R-IL) join Speaker of the House Paul Ryan (R-WI) as he signs landmark chemical safety legislation (Photo Courtesy of Caleb... Read More.

Traffic stops yield two arrests by Carmi Police

Wednesday, June 15 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police arrested 22 year old Adrianna Pollard of Carmi Tuesday afternoon following a traffic stop on a charge of driving on a suspended or revoked license. Pollard was pulled over at the intersection of Main and SE First Street just after 1pm, and... Read More.

Rend Lake College Board of Trustees — June 14, 2016, Meeting Highlights

Wednesday, June 15 by Jc Tinsley

New Robots & Automation certificate approved, curriculum matters considered A new Robots and Automation occupational certificate was approved by the board Tuesday and will be submitted to the Illinois Community College Board for action. The certificate was developed as part of an Economic... Read More.