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SIC Nursing Alumnus Graduates from Chamberlain University

Thursday, April 26 by Jc Tinsley

Southeastern Illinois College is known for its highly reputed nursing programs. In 2017, SIC earned the accolade of the number one Registered Nursing (RN) and Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) programs in the state of Illinois. However, a program is only as successful as its... Read More.

CWC Foundation trivia night big success

Wednesday, April 25 by Jc Tinsley

Story and photos provided by Toby BrownEighteen teams competed in Saturday’s inaugural Carmi-White County Schools Foundation trivia contest at First Christian Church in Carmi. The “Stinkin’ Lincolns” won Saturday’s inaugural Carmi-White County Schools Foundation Trivia Night. Team members, left to right, are, first row,... Read More.

Carmi man arrested for driving 40 mph over limit

Wednesday, April 25 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police arrested 27 year old Jon Ealey of Carmi Tuesday evening for driving 72 miles per hour in a 25 mile per hour zone on Industrial Drive. Ealey was taken into custody at 6:57 pm and was also cited for loud exhaust... Read More.

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Shawneetown man sentenced in Gallatin County Court Monday

Tuesday, April 24 by Jc Tinsley

In Gallatin County Court Monday, 26 year old Austin Perrone of Shawneetown pleaded guilty to charges of burglary and theft according to States Attorney Douglas Dyhrkopp.Perrone was sentenced under a negotiated plea agreement in front of Judge Thomas Foster. He received a six... Read More.

FMH AHEC Hosts Scrub Exposure Tour

Tuesday, April 24 by Jc Tinsley

Fairfield Memorial Hospital’sAHEC program hosted a Scrub Exposure Tour on Monday, April 16thfor surrounding high school students. This event was held for juniors and seniors from high schools in Wayne and Edwards County. Students arrived at Fairfield Memorial Hospital and were greeted by Sarah Hopfinger... Read More.

Glenn Miller Orchestra Coming to WVC’s Brubeck Theatre

Tuesday, April 24 by Jc Tinsley

The Glenn Miller Orchestra will be returning to the Brubeck Theatre on the campus of Wabash Valley College for a 7:30 p.m. performance on Tuesday, May 8.The legendary Glenn Miller was one of the most successful of all the dance bandleaders back in the... Read More.

Carmi Library receives grant to purchase large print books

Tuesday, April 24 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Public Library would like to let the public know of a Back to Books Grant they have been awarded by the state.Funding for this grant was awarded by the Illinois State Library, a Department of the Office of Secretary of State, using... Read More.

Eldorado Garden Study Club Celebrates Arbor Day with Bicentennial Planting at SIC

Tuesday, April 24 by Jc Tinsley

The Eldorado Garden Study Club donated their Illinois Bicentennial Tree to SIC in honor of Arbor Day and the 200th birthdayof the state. Pictured (l-r) are: Marilyn Ellis, Kyla Burford (Associate Dean of Student Services), Ellen Butler, Mark... Read More.

Carmi man sentenced in White County Court Monday

Tuesday, April 24 by Jc Tinsley

In White County Court Monday, 20 year old Nicholas Page of Carmi was sentenced to a three year prison term on a charge of possession of methamphetamine according to States Attorney Denton Aud.Following incarceration, Page will be under mandatory supervised release for one... Read More.

White County Sheriff’s Department responds to unattended child call in Crossville

Tuesday, April 24 by Jc Tinsley

The White County Sheriff’s Department responded to a 9-1-1 call Monday about an unattended child at a residence in Crossville. Sheriff Maier and a deputy responded to the residence of Scott Baird, who told them he was unsure of who the child was that... Read More.