Local News

IDOA Honors First Bicentennial Farm Family

Friday, April 13 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner joined Ag Director Raymond Poe and members of the Illinois Bicentennial Commission to honor Gerald and Betty Brown of Jonesboro, the first family to be bestowed with the Illinois Department of Agriculture Bicentennial Farm designation. The family was presented with this... Read More.

Shimkus Sending Staff to Louisville, Wayne City, and West Salem Next Week

Thursday, April 12 by Jc Tinsley

An aide to Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) will be available in Louisville, Wayne City, and West Salem next week to assist area constituents with any problems they may be having with federal government agencies.On Wednesday, April 18, the staff member will be at... Read More.

Rauner calls on General Assembly to pass balanced budget, no new taxes

Thursday, April 12 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today framed his legislative agenda for the upcoming session of the Illinois General Assembly around two key imperatives: a truly balanced, full-year FY19 budget. To start the process, Rauner asked House and Senate leaders to meet with him to agree on... Read More.

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 colleagues across the... 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 into custody just before 4pm.While at the residence,... Read More.

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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 can call today for reservations for... 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 in ATVs and... Read More.