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Illinois Student Assistance Commission Announces 2018-19 Illinois State Scholars

Tuesday, December 5 by Jc Tinsley

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

Tuesday, December 5 by Jc Tinsley

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

Tuesday, December 5 by Jc Tinsley

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

Tuesday, December 5 by Jc Tinsley

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

Tuesday, December 5 by Jc Tinsley

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

Tuesday, December 5 by Jc Tinsley

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.

Illinois Farm Bureau: Sluggish Farm Economy Continues to Concern Illinois Farmers

Tuesday, December 5 by Jc Tinsley

Considering continued weakness in the farm economy, 33 percent of Illinois farmers surveyed expect the overall financial health of their farms to decline in 2018. Fifty-nine percent said they expect it to remain the same as in 2017. The answers are in response to... Read More.

Governor notes farmers’ contributions at Illinois Farm Bureau annual meeting

Tuesday, December 5 by Jc Tinsley

Gov. Bruce Rauner today addressed the importance of agriculture to Illinois’ economy before an audience of hundreds of Illinois farmers and agribusiness leaders gathered at the Palmer House Hilton Hotel in Chicago.He arrived mid-morning at the general delegate session of... Read More.

Marlow receives plaque for service to RLC, Board of Trustees

Monday, December 4 by Jc Tinsley

Retired Rend Lake College Architecture Professor and former Trustee Rick Marlow received a plaque in late November for his more than 25 years of service to the college. Rick Marlow, RIGHT, receives a special thanks from RLC President Terry Wilkerson for... Read More.

ISP District 19 conducts OREP in White and Hamilton Counties

Monday, December 4 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police (ISP) District 19 Commander, Captain Cory Ristvedt, announces the results of an Occupant Restraint Enforcement Patrol (OREP) held in White and Hamilton Counties during December. This OREP provided extra patrol coverage for the ISP so officers could focus on saving lives... Read More.