Raptor Awareness

Wednesday, June 26 by Jc Tinsley

Raptor AwarenessBENTON, IL – On Saturday, June 29th at 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Rend Lake proudly presents St. Louis’ World Bird Sanctuary and its live birds of prey. Join us for “Raptor Awareness” as we discover... Read More.

Illinois Jr. Chefs Teaching Children

Wednesday, June 26 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois junior chefs teaches area children healthy eating and cooking skills – Pumpkin Pancakes, Veggie Quesadillas, and Apple Crisp are just a few tasty recipes prepared by area kids the past couple of weeks during University of Illinois Extension’s Illinois Junior Chefs program at New... Read More.

No Dispatch Decision Yet

Wednesday, June 26 by Jc Tinsley

No Dispatch Decision Yet MCLEANSBORO – There’s nothing new regarding the issue of central dispatch between the city of McLeansboro and Hamilton County.At Monday’s special called McLeansboro City Council meeting, the council decided to continue negotiations with the county until a decision can be reached.The... Read More.

New Troopers in District 19

Wednesday, June 26 by Jc Tinsley

New Troopers in District 19 Illinois State Police District 19 Interim Commander, LT. Lance Hinkle announced the addition of two new troopers to the district which serves Wabash, Edwards, Wayne, White, Hamilton, Saline and Gallatin Counties. Trooper Katelyn Graham and Trooper Seth Dauber were assigned... Read More.

Drone Pilot Course Offered

Tuesday, June 25 by Jc Tinsley

Drone Pilot Course Offered INA, Ill. (June 24, 2019) - Drone pilots looking to take their hobby to the next level have the opportunity to prepare for their pilot’s license test with the help of Rend Lake College. A new, two-day... Read More.

Cover Crop Incentive Information Released

Tuesday, June 25 by Jc Tinsley

Cover Crop Incentive Program Information ReleasedThe Illinois Department of Agriculture has announced the release of the FY 2020 Prevented Planting / Cover Crop Incentive Program. This program, administered locally by the White County Soil and Water Conservation District, provides a $5 per acre incentive... Read More.

Wabash Valley Donates to White County 4-H

Tuesday, June 25 by Jc Tinsley

Wabash Valley Donates to White County 4-HJosh Pretzch, representing Wabash Valley Service Company, delivered a generous $1,000.00 donation for the White County 4-H program to Amy McCarty last week. McCarty, Extension Program Coordinator for White County, says the program truly appreciates the continued support... Read More.

Crop Report June 25

Tuesday, June 25 by Jc Tinsley

Crop Report 6 25 There were 2.2days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending June 23 , 2019. Statewide, the average temperature was 69.7degrees, 3.7degrees below normal. Precipitation averaged 2.19inches, 1.24inches normal. Topsoil moisture supply was rated at 43 percent adequate and 57percent surplus. Subsoil moisture... Read More.

Pedal Pull Moving to 4-H Fair

Tuesday, June 25 by Jc Tinsley

Pedal Pull Moving to 4-H FairThe Young Leader Committee of the White County Farm Bureau is hosting the 2019 Youth Pedal Pull at the White County 4-H Fair on Wednesday, July 10. The event will begin at 3:30 p.m. and will take place near... Read More.

Another Marathon Meeting for Grayville

Tuesday, June 25 by Jc Tinsley

Another Marathon Meeting for GrayvilleGrayville Commissioners are getting very good at traipsing around to find the fine line on considerations. Another Council Meeting, another marathon hour and a half session discussing and considering 18 proposals and agenda items. Things got underway with the state... Read More.