RLC President Wilkerson named to Chair Academy’s International Advisory Board

Wednesday, May 30 by Jc Tinsley

Rend Lake College President Terry Wilkerson now holds one of only 25 seats on the Chair Academy’s International Advisory Board, a group focused on bringing professional development programs to colleges and universities around the globe.Wilkerson was named to the prestigious board earlier this spring... Read More.

Safety Urged In Shawnee National Forest

Wednesday, May 30 by Jc Tinsley

In the past two weeks, agencies that respond to the Shawnee National Forest have had an upturn in the number of responses being made to this recreational area.Over the Memorial Day weekend, Saline County responded to the Garden of the Gods, for three separate incidents. A... Read More.

Rep. Severin Calls for New Leadership for SIU: “Time for Dunn to Step Down”

Wednesday, May 30 by Jc Tinsley

State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) made this statement today:“Although Southern Illinois University at Carbondale is not physically in my district, it serves many of the residents from the 117th District. The financial health and stability of the University is crucial to the economic stability... Read More.

WVC Gunsmithing program still accepting students

Tuesday, May 29 by Jc Tinsley

Wabash Valley College, in Mt. Carmel, IL, is pleased to announce that students may still enroll in an exciting program in Gunsmithing which started a few years ago at WVC.According to the National Shooting Sports Foundation, over 40 million Americans participate in all of... Read More.

Carmi Police have a quiet Memorial Day weekend

Tuesday, May 29 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police arrested 23 year old David Potter of McLeansboro following a traffic stop Friday morning for driving on a suspended license. Potter was pulled over on Oak Street at 8:48 am and was also... Read More.

GOVERNOR RAUNER PROCLAIMS TODAY DU QUOIN STATE FAIR DAY IN ILLINOIS

Friday, May 25 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Council of The American Institute of Architects (AIA Illinois) has named the Du Quoin State Fair as one of Illinois' 200 Great Places, in honor of the state's Bicentennial in 2018. With this significant designation, Governor Bruce Rauner has proudly proclaimed May... Read More.

MCPD arrest report 5/18 -5/23

Friday, May 25 by Jc Tinsley

The following individuals were arrested by the Mt. Carmel Police Department. All subjects are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.05/23/2018-Mt. Carmel Police arrested 49 year old John L. Acree of Mt. Carmel after police were notified of a reckless driver coming... Read More.

Secretary of State Offices Closed for Memorial Day

Friday, May 25 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced that all Monday through Friday offices and facilities will be closed on Monday, May 28, 2018, in observance of Memorial Day. In addition, all Tuesday through Saturday Driver Services facilities will be closed on Saturday, May 26th.All... Read More.

Grayville City Council agenda for Tuesday, May 29

Friday, May 25 by Jc Tinsley

CITY OF GRAYVILLE TUESDAY, MAY 29, 2018 CITY COUNCIL MEETING 7:00 P.M. AGENDA PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCECALL TO ORDERROLL CALL: Mayor BischCommissioner JordanCommissioner BrockCommissioner DownsCommissioner StroudCONSENT AGENDATREASURER’S REPORTPURCHASE ORDER APPROVALS1. EXECUTIVE SESSION: The appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal... Read More.

Saline County Sheriff arrest report 5/17 -5/23

Friday, May 25 by Jc Tinsley

The Saline County Sheriff’s Office arrested the following:May 17: - Kristi L. Wilson, 47, of Carbondale for Failure To Appear for Pay or Appear. She posted $575 bond. -... Read More.