Alternative Rock Returns To Illinois State Fair Grandstand In 2018

Thursday, April 12 by Jc Tinsley

A unique blend of alternative rock, reggae, hip hop and funk will invade the grandstand stage at the 2018 Illinois State Fair when the band 311 and The Offspring take to the stage.Billboard.com calls 311 one of the biggest cult bands in America; one... Read More.

Statement from Speaker Madigan on budget

Thursday, April 12 by Jc Tinsley

House Speaker Michael J. Madigan issued the following statement Thursday, following a meeting between legislative leaders and the governor:“Today I advised the governor and the other leaders that we are already at work on the Fiscal Year 2019 budget with our... Read More.

Crossville man arrested on warrant, picks up drug charges

Thursday, April 12 by Jc Tinsley

35 year old Steven Linder of Crossville was arrested by the White County Sheriff’s Department Wednesday at his residence on a White County warrant for failure to register as a sex offender. Officers took Linder... Read More.

End-of-the-year RLC Ag Banquet celebrates students, local businessman

Thursday, April 12 by Jc Tinsley

Ten outstanding students and one community member were honored last week during the 42nd Annual Agriculture Banquet at Rend Lake College. Faculty and staff celebrated the end of another successful year with students in the five agriculture programs on campus alongside family and friends.During... Read More.

ISP District 19 announce results from April special patrols

Thursday, April 12 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police (ISP) District 19 Commander, Captain Cory Ristvedt, announces the results of a Roadside Safety Check (RSC) held in Hamilton County from late night 04/06/2018 to early morning 04/07/2018. The RSC was conducted at Illinois Route 14 and Illinois Route 142 in McLeansboro, by... Read More.

Three dates left for RLC Culinary Arts Showcase

Thursday, April 12 by Jc Tinsley

Only three dates are open for reservations at the Rend Lake College Culinary Arts Showcase this year after a wave of interest. Guests can choose from four different reservation times on April 26, May 3, or May 4.Guests... Read More.

PowerSports Technology Now Offered at SIC

Wednesday, April 11 by Jc Tinsley

In response to regional industry needs, Southeastern Illinois College will now offer a two-semester certificate program in PowerSports Technology.The first of its kind in the region, SIC instructors are working directly with industry dealers

SIC Holds Annual Job Fair April 25

Wednesday, April 11 by Jc Tinsley

Southeastern Illinois College’s annual Job Fair will once again be held in SIC’s Deaton Gym on April 25 from 9 a.m.- noon.At SIC’s Job Fair, job seekers of all types will have an opportunity to survey the employment field, network and... Read More.

Carmi Police make two arrests Tuesday

Wednesday, April 11 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police were called Tuesday afternoon to an apartment on Sixth Street in reference to a domestic incident. There, 31 year old Seth Perry of Carmi was arrested after he was found to be in... Read More.

Special Olympics Illinois kicks off 50th Anniversary celebration

Wednesday, April 11 by Jc Tinsley

Gov. Bruce Rauner today joined athletes and volunteers for the Special Olympics Illinois 50th Anniversary Kickoff celebrations at the Touch of Nature Environmental Center in Carbondale. “The Special Olympics has its roots in Illinois and is a major source of... Read More.