Sheriff’s Department makes arrests; investigates oil field thefts over weekend

Tuesday, May 15 by Jc Tinsley

18 year old Jacob DeLong of Maunie was arrested by the White County Sheriff’s Department on Friday at his residence. DeLong was wanted on two juvenile warrants from White County. When deputies attempted to make... Read More.

RLC Foundation ensures Aquatic Center longevity with PoolPak donation

Monday, May 14 by Jc Tinsley

Opened in February 1998, the Rend Lake College Aquatic Center has provided thousands with everything from fun to physical fitness. Luckily, thanks to the generosity of the Rend Lake College Foundation (RLCF), it will continue to serve Rend Lake College and community members for... Read More.

Harrisburg man arrested by Carmi Police

Monday, May 14 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police arrested 25 year old Dakota Arthur of Harrisburg Thursday night on a Saline County warrant for failure to appear on charges of aggravated battery and attempted robbery.Arthur was hiding in the basement of... Read More.

Rotary learns about the Carmi Fire Department

Monday, May 14 by Jc Tinsley

Jim Totten was the guest speaker at Thursday's Rotary Club meeting. He spoke about the Carmi Fire Department.Photo credit to Kenneth Dwain Harrelson

Kiwanis Club Learns About Mentors 4 Kids

Monday, May 14 by Jc Tinsley

At their Thursday meeting, the Carmi Kiwanis Club heard from Katharine Bovenkerk with Mentors 4 Kids and Bart King, Principal at Carmi White County Jr. High. Bovenkerk told the club that Mentors 4 Kids serves several counties, including White. They work to match youth... Read More.

Fifty-five Associate Degree Nursing students cross stage for Pinning Ceremony

Monday, May 14 by Jc Tinsley

Smiles and happy tears filled the Rend Lake College James “Hummer” Waugh Gymnasium last night during the annual Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) Pinning Ceremony. This event serves as a symbolic welcoming of newly-graduated nurses into the profession.Nursing Instructor Susan Wiley opened the event with... Read More.

Two killed in Wayne County traffic crashes on Friday

Monday, May 14 by Jc Tinsley

Two fatal accidents took place in Wayne County on Friday according to reports from the Illinois State Police.At approximately 1:17 pm, 35 year old Steven Vanarkel of Holt, Missouri was travelling north on Enterprise Road in a semi when he failed to stop at... Read More.

Saline County Sheriff’s Office arrest report 5/3 – 5/10

Friday, May 11 by Jc Tinsley

The Saline County Sheriff’s Office arrested the following: On May 3rd: Aqaille D. Brooks, 20, of Marion, for Violation of Probation. He posted $300 bond. On May 5th:... Read More.

Sixteen RLC Radiologic Technology students celebrate Pinning Ceremony

Friday, May 11 by Jc Tinsley

Soon-to-be graduates of Rend Lake College’s Radiologic Technology program celebrated their upcoming commencement and board examination with a Pinning Ceremony this afternoon in the Student Center.The students were surrounded by friends and family as program faculty offered words of encouragement and praise. Opening the... Read More.

Grayville man arrested on Richland County warrant Thursday

Friday, May 11 by Jc Tinsley

The White County Sheriff’s Department received a call Thursday afternoon about a black pick up driving recklessly in the Crossville area. When deputies arrived, they found a truck matching the description parked in the Maier Grocery store parking lot.