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Two amazing gifts for Lincoln’s birthday

Monday, February 12 by Jc Tinsley

The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum launched its celebration of Lincoln’s birthday by announcing two major acquisitions: an angry letter the future president wrote to a colleague and a painting that shows the young Lincoln reading while he takes a break from chopping... Read More.

Shawnee National Forest’s Kelly Pearson named Champion of the Year and Employee of the Quarter

Monday, February 12 by Jc Tinsley

Shawnee National Forest’s Kelly Pearson named Champion of the Year for her work to develop the next generation of resource professionals, outdoor enthusiasts and community leaders, says Partnership for the 21st Century Conservation Service Corps.“This is the highlight of my career,” says Pearson,... Read More.

Claudie Parsons shares Broom making with Carmi Kiwanis Club

Monday, February 12 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Kiwanis met at noon on Thursday, February 9 at the Farm Bureau Building. President, Holly Healy led the meeting. We had Key Club members, Olivia Bohleber, Jenna Brinkley and Heidi Trout as guests.Don White was the lucky winner of the 50/50 raffle.Donnie... Read More.

Don Drone provides updates to Carmi Rotary Club

Monday, February 12 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Rotary club had a small crew show up for Thursday’s meeting, but the die-hards went forward with their usual agenda! Photo provided by Kenneth Dwain Harrelson Don Drone had the program, and used his time to update the members on a story he... Read More.

Upcoming Events at SIC

Monday, February 12 by Jc Tinsley

Feb. 19 – SIC will be closed in observance of Presidents Day.Feb. 20 and 21, 4-6 p.m. – Auditions for The Producers at SIC. Those interested should prepare one verse of a Broadway-style song and a one-minute comic monologue. An accompanist will be provided. ... Read More.

Carmi man arrested in Harrisburg after stealing car in Carmi

Friday, February 9 by Jc Tinsley

A Carmi man was arrested by Harrisburg Police Thursday morning after stealing a car in Carmi.Harrisburg officers located the abandoned vehicle owned by Bob and Connie Johnson of Carmi and White County Sheriff’s deputies made contact with Mr. Johnson, who filled out a complaint... Read More.

Forensic Falcons Win Parkland Invitational

Friday, February 9 by Jc Tinsley

Front row (l-r): Angelica Harrelson, Kaydee Dycus, and Cheriaca Huntley. Back row (l-r): Donovyn Valdez, Jordan Fricks, Chanse Tullis, and Braden Cummins.Southeastern Illinois College’s Forensic Falcons speech team placed first at the Parkland College Invitational Tournament on Feb. 3 in Champaign, Illinois. SIC... Read More.

Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs Hosts Tribute to African American Veterans

Friday, February 9 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs (IDVA) hosted a tribute to African American Veterans today at the National Guard Armory in Urbana. The ceremony honored all African American Veterans.“We are here today to salute and honor all African-American Veterans. Since our nation’s war for... Read More.

2017-18 Scholarship Funding Still Available For Eligible Minority Students Pursuing Education Degrees

Friday, February 9 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois minority college students who are pursuing a degree in teaching and who are eligible for the Minority Teachers of Illinois (MTI) Scholarship Program can still get funding for the current 2017-18... Read More.

RLC hosting nine miner trainings during spring semester

Friday, February 9 by Jc Tinsley

Four specialized trainings for surface and underground miners have been scheduled to meet nine times this spring at Rend Lake College. All training courses will meet on the RLC Ina campus in the Coal Mining Training Center, and will be taught by RLC Mining... Read More.