Local News
Carmi woman arrested Monday after traffic stop
A Carmi woman was arrested following a traffic stop Monday night by Carmi Police. 40 year old Elizabeth Doneghue was stopped at the intersection of Fackney and Smith Streets at 9:19 pm and was taken into custody after officers found violations related to... Read More.
Two arrested in Clay County after power outage
Two Flora men are behind bars after Clay County officials say they were responsible for a power outage that disrupted service to almost 1600 Wayne-White Co-op customers last Monday night. The Clay County Sheriff’s Department announced Monday, that 36 year old Ryan... Read More.
Severin to Hold Satellite Office Hours in Benton
State Representative Dave Severin (R- Benton) announced that his office will be holding Satellite Office Hours at the Benton Public Library on Wednesday, December 13, from 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm.“Satellite office hours are a good way for me to make my office and... Read More.
Illinois Student Assistance Commission Announces 2018-19 Illinois State Scholars
The Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) is pleased to announce the names of the 2018-19 Illinois State Scholars. These outstanding honorees represent some of Illinois’ best and brightest, and join the other top Illinois high school students honored with the... Read More.
Gov. Rauner launches 24/7 helpline to combat opioid epidemic, help Illinoisans in crisis
Gov. Bruce Rauner today announced the launch of a statewide helpline to provide immediate assistance for those impacted by addiction to opioids and other substances.
The helpline will provide a confidential outlet for individuals experiencing opioid use disorders, their families and anyone affected by the... Read More.
FMH expanding Horizon Healthcare into Cisne area
Pictured is the team for the Horizon Healthcare Clinic that is opening in Cisne in early 2018: Amber Howard, CNA; Jessica Lane, RN; Marla Lafikes, M.D.; Sherry Mewes, APN, FNP; Liz Molt, CNA, Office Coordinator; and Hollie Barrett, RN, BSN, Director of Physician... Read More.
Forest Service seeking committee members to advise on recreation site fees
The U.S. Forest Service is seeking volunteer committee members to advise the agency on recreation fee changes at national forest sites throughout the northeastern United States. Vacancies exist for four current positions and four “back-up” replacement positions on the Eastern Region Recreation Resource Advisory... Read More.
Hospice of Southern Illinois’ welcomes new Board of Directors
Hospice of Southern Illinois, Inc. welcomes the following community members who were elected to serve a three-year term on its Board of Directors:
· Ayn M. Bartok, Managing Broker and Owner, All in One Real Estate Company
· Marilyn Falaster, Program Director, Nursing Department, John A.... Read More.
FREE GED TEST PREP CLASSES AT WABASH VALLEY COLLEGE
Wabash Valley College is pleased to announce the upcoming Free GED Test Prep Classes which will be offered at Wabash Valley College. The classes will be offered from January 9-March 1 and will meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00p.m. or... Read More.
