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Eldorado man sentenced in Gallatin County Wednesday

Thursday, May 18 by Jc Tinsley

In Gallatin County Court on Wednesday, 45 year old Jackie Ray Endicott pled guilty to one count of failure to report a sex offender change of address, according to States Attorney Douglas Dyhrkopp. Endicott failed to change his address when he moved to Eldorado... Read More.

Illinois Policy to lawmakers: Back Sen. Righter’s pension bill

Wednesday, May 17 by Jc Tinsley

Before the Illinois General Assembly adjourns for the summer, lawmakers should pass Senate Bill 1012, a bill that gives state workers an escape from Illinois’ flailing pension system.State Sen. Dale Righter, R-Mattoon, is the sponsor of the bill, which would do two things: First,... Read More.

IECC Board of Trustees Meeting – 05-16-2017

Wednesday, May 17 by Jc Tinsley

IECC students continue to be satisfied with services provided by the colleges, according to the latest student satisfaction survey, with survey questions included in the areas of Communication, Student Services, Instruction, Technology and recommending the college to others. Results included: 96% were satisfied with... Read More.

Agriculture Secretary Perdue Reminds Farmers, Families and Small Businesses in Arkansas, Illinois, Kansas, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma and Texas that USDA Offers Disaster Assistance Programs to Help

Wednesday, May 17 by Jc Tinsley

Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue reminds farmers and ranchers, families and small businesses that were affected by the recent severe storms and flooding that USDA has several programs that provide assistance before, during and after disasters. USDA staff in the regional, State and county offices... Read More.

Carmi woman arrested for stalking Tuesday evening

Wednesday, May 17 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police arrested 55 year old Betty Irvin of Carmi at a residence on Herbert Avenue Tuesday evening on charges of violating an order of protection and a violation of a stalking no contact order.Irvin was taken into custody at 6:07 pm and... Read More.

Retired Wayne County deputy killed in motorcycle accident south of Norris City

Wednesday, May 17 by Jc Tinsley

A retired Wayne County Sheriff’s deputy was killed in a single vehicle motorcycle accident Tuesday afternoon according to White County Sheriff Doug Maier.Around 12:15 pm, Don Atwood of Wayne City was riding on Route 1 south of Norris City when he failed to navigate... Read More.

Carmi City Council gets update on electrical upgrades, still more to do

Wednesday, May 17 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi City Council met for the second time in May on Tuesday evening.Following approval of minutes and financials, the Council unanimously approved the appointment of City Clerk Cynthia Attebury as the Authorized Agent for the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund.A TIF agreement between the... Read More.

Enfield Village Board swears in elected officials at May meeting

Wednesday, May 17 by Jc Tinsley

The Enfield Village Board met Tuesday night for their May meeting. A retirement party for Treasurer Shirley Myers was held prior to the Board meeting with cake and ice cream being served.Winners in last April's election were sworn in. Tom Harbour as Village President,... Read More.

Unit 5 School Board approves preliminary 2017 budget

Tuesday, May 16 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi-White County School Board approved the preliminary FY17 budget amendment. It will be on display for thirty days until final action at the June 19th meeting. There may be revisions in the budget amendment prior to final adoption. At this point, the District... Read More.

Negotiating Team Outlines Illinois House Democrats’ Economic Reform Proposals

Tuesday, May 16 by Jc Tinsley

House Democrats seeking common ground with Gov. Bruce Rauner in order to end the budget stalemate and put the state on a path to fiscal stability are asking the governor to consider their reform proposals that will improve the business climate while lifting up... Read More.