Local News

Illinois Unemployment Rate Declines to 12-year Low in April

Friday, May 18 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that the unemployment rate decreased by -0.2 percentage point to 4.4 percent in April and nonfarm payrolls increased by +4,700 jobs over-the-month, based on preliminary data provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)... Read More.

IDES Mount Vernon Office now open Friday

Friday, May 18 by Jc Tinsley

The Mount Vernon IDES office located at 333 Potomac Blvd. in Mount Vernon will now open today, Friday, May 18, as service from the Rend Lake Water Conservancy service has been restored. For more information, contact IDES by using our online Read More.

Statement from Gov. Rauner on Rend Lake water disruption

Friday, May 18 by Jc Tinsley

Gov. Bruce Rauner is keeping a close watch on the communities impacted by the Rend Lake Water Conservancy Water Disruption. He has been briefed on the situation several times today and issues the following statement:“The Rend Lake Water Conservancy District, which supplies water to... Read More.

Mother-daughter duo share RLC’s ADN program & Pinning Ceremony

Friday, May 18 by Jc Tinsley

There’s a saying by an unknown author, “A daughter is someone you laugh with, dream with, and love with all your heart.” For one local mother-daughter pair, that saying goes further than words.Over the past year, Alyssa and Kara Jarvis of Royalton have laughed... Read More.

IDES Mount Vernon Office Closed Friday

Friday, May 18 by Jc Tinsley

The Mount Vernon IDES office located at 333 Potomac Blvd. in Mount Vernon will be closed for the remainder of today, Thursday, May 17th, and all day tomorrow, Friday, May 18th due to the Rend Lake Water Conservancy service interruption. The office is scheduled... Read More.

Rend Lake Area Update for Water Outage

Friday, May 18 by Jc Tinsley

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Rend Lake is experiencing a water outage at all of its facilities due to a waterline break at the Rend Lake Conservancy District Water Plant. All water-borne facilities at Rend Lake, such as restrooms and shower houses,... Read More.

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Saline County Sheriff’s Office arrest reports 5/10 – 5/16

Thursday, May 17 by Jc Tinsley

The following were arrested by the Saline County Sheriff’s Office. On May 10th:Anthony M. Pinkard, 30, of Harrisburg for Failure To Appear for Unlawful Possession of Cannabis with Intent to Deliver. He posted $1075 bond. On May 11th:Keysha T. Dismuke, 29, of Carrier Mills for Failure... Read More.

Researchers want to determine if a metallic green beetle is munching ash trees in Shawnee National Forest

Thursday, May 17 by Jc Tinsley

Researchers have launched a project to determine if the invasive – and destructive – emerald ash borer has spread into Shawnee National Forest. Visitors to popular summertime destinations – such as Garden of the Gods and Pounds Hollow – might see bright green, long... Read More.

RLC welcomes Third-Party comments prior to HLC visit

Thursday, May 17 by Jc Tinsley

Whether you’ve visited campus as a student or parent, attended trainings on our satellite campuses in Mt. Vernon or Pinckneyville, or participated in any number of our community events, chances are you have a connection to Rend Lake College. Now, we want to hear... Read More.

May 22nd Run for the Wall to Cause Extra Traffic in Mt. Vernon, IL

Thursday, May 17 by Jc Tinsley

Broadway Street will experience an influx of traffic on Tuesday, May 22nd as over 500 motorcycle riders will proceed through Mt. Vernon as a part of the 30th Annual Run for the Wall Ride. The public is encouraged to seek alternate routes such... Read More.