Local News

Two arrested by Carmi Police Tuesday

Wednesday, May 16 by Jc Tinsley

42 year old Jason Costa of Enfield surrendered at the Carmi Police Department Tuesday afternoon on a Hamilton County warrant for failure to appear on a deer hunting permit violation. Costa was taken into custody at 4:39 pm and transferred to the White... Read More.

Crossville Walk’n Rollers holding donut and pork loin benefit June 2nd

Wednesday, May 16 by Jc Tinsley

The Crossville Walk''n Rollers will be sponsoring a benefit for Jeff Davis and Brenda Niehaus (caregiver) on June 2nd in front of the Donut Hole in Crossville.Brenda will be baking her famous glazed donuts. They may be purchased by the dozen for a donation.Also... Read More.

States Attorney Aud honors local law enforcement on Peace Officer’s Memorial Day

Wednesday, May 16 by Jc Tinsley

"White County Residents, The one thing that I always remember about the television show Law and Order is the opening line: “In the criminal justice system, the People are represented by two separate yet equally important groups: the police, who investigate crime, and the district... Read More.

WVC To Offer Bagpipes & Drums Summer Semester

Wednesday, May 16 by Jc Tinsley

If you enjoy Celtic music and have ever thought about playing in a Pipe and Drum Band, here is your opportunity!Wabash Valley College, in Mt. Carmel, Il, is continuing to offer a class on learning to play the Great Highland Bagpipe and Scottish-style drumming,... Read More.

RLC Medical Assistant program seats limited for Fall 2018

Wednesday, May 16 by Jc Tinsley

Summer and fall classes are filling up fast in Rend Lake College’s Medical Assistant program. Interested students are encouraged to look ahead to the beginning of the program this fall by getting ahead this summer.Students can get a jump start in the program by... Read More.

100 Days until the DuQuoin State Fair

Wednesday, May 16 by Jc Tinsley

With the start of the Du Quoin State Fair just 100 days away, Ag Director Raymond Poe and State Fair Manager Luke Sailer are unveiling some exciting changes for the annual end-of-summer extravaganza.New this year, admission and parking fees will be waived on the... Read More.

IECC Board of Trustees Meeting-Tuesday May 15

Wednesday, May 16 by Jc Tinsley

Ryan Hawkins was employed as Chief Financial Officer at the District Office, effective July 1, 2018. The CFO position was left vacant with the May 1 retirement of Roger Browning. Mr. Hawkins, of Olney, was appointed CFO by the IECC Board of Trustees at... Read More.

Lifeguarding and Advanced Lifeguarding/Recertification classes offered at WVC

Wednesday, May 16 by Jc Tinsley

If you are interested in becoming a certified lifeguard, or if you are a certified lifeguard and need recertification, now is your opportunity to enroll in the upcoming American Red Cross Lifeguarding class or Advanced Lifesaving/Recertification class which will be offered at the Wabash... Read More.

Shawnee National Forest hosts ArborWild program in Carbondale

Wednesday, May 16 by Jc Tinsley

Don’t miss this event where FUN meets the outdoors at Shawnee National Forest’s annual ArborWild. The drop-in event will be held Tuesday, June 5 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Evergreen Park in Carbondale, Illinois. This year’s event will include wildland firefighters, wildlife stations, fishing,... Read More.

Gov. Rauner proposes death penalty for mass murderers and killers of law enforcement officers

Tuesday, May 15 by Jc Tinsley

(May 14, 2018) Gov. Bruce Rauner today asked the Illinois General Assembly to reinstate the death penalty for mass murderers and those who kill law enforcement officers.The proposal is part of a precedent-setting public safety initiative that the Governor unveiled in an amendatory veto... Read More.