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Rep. Reis to hold travelling office hours in Norris City

Monday, December 4 by Jc Tinsley

State Representative David Reis would like to announce traveling office hours, where Representative Reis will be available in your community to address any constituent concerns.Norris City: Norris City Village Hall406 South Division StreetMonday the 11th of December3:00 pm to 4:00 pmReminder:State Representative David Reis,... Read More.

Wanted KY man arrested Friday in Albion

Monday, December 4 by Jc Tinsley

A Henderson, Kentucky man was arrested in Albion in connection to a November murder at a Henderson apartment complex.The U.S. Marshall’s Fugitive Task Force, Illinois State Police, and Edwards County Sheriff’s Department took 18 year old Deangelo Pollard into custody after receiving a... Read More.

Shawnee National Forest annual notice of seasonal closures

Monday, December 4 by Jc Tinsley

Winter is on its way, temperatures are cooling, and Shawnee National Forest is closing some of its recreation sites and roads for the season. For trail enthusiasts, please remember the seasonal wilderness trail restriction prohibiting stock use between December 1 and March 31 within Lusk... Read More.

Gov. Rauner kicks off yearlong celebration of Illinois Bicentennial

Monday, December 4 by Jc Tinsley

Today, Gov. Bruce Rauner and leaders of the Illinois Bicentennial Commission officially kicked off the state’s yearlong 200th birthday celebration at Fifth Third Bank Winter WonderFest at Navy Pier. Illinois Bicentennial will pay tribute to the people, places, and things that are being BORN,... Read More.

Army National Guard soldiers welcomed home after Puerto Rico deployment

Monday, December 4 by Jc Tinsley

About 155 members of the Illinois Army National Guard returned home to a warm welcome today at the Peoria Air National Guard Base after a four-week deployment in hurricane-ravaged Puerto Rico.Gov. Bruce Rauner, Maj. Gen. Richard Hayes and Illinois Emergency Management Agency Acting Director... Read More.

Rep. Severin met with the Japanese Consulate in Mt. Vernon

Monday, December 4 by Jc Tinsley

State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) joined area leaders to meet with Japanese Consul General Naoki Ito on Wednesday, November 29, for a dinner in Mt. Vernon.The Consul General was in town to tour businesses in Southern Illinois and see where the state’s business ties... Read More.

One Simple Thing You Can Do For Healthy Holidays

Monday, December 4 by Jc Tinsley

Influenza (flu) activity is starting to increase across the country just as friends and family are coming together for the holidays. Getting a flu shot is the best line of defense when it comes to protecting yourself, and those around you, from getting the... Read More.

Jeanne Ives Officially Announces Candidacy For Governor

Monday, December 4 by Jc Tinsley

State Representative Jeanne Ives officially announced that she will run for Governor of Illinois on the Republican ticket at a hometown gathering in Wheaton, Illinois.WATCH THE VIDEO HERE In her remarks, Ives defined the contrast between her record and Governor... Read More.

Port recognized for service to SIC Foundation Board

Monday, December 4 by Jc Tinsley

The Southeastern Illinois College Foundation Board of Directors held its annual holiday meeting at Morello's Restaurant in Harrisburg on Nov. 16, where they accepted numerous gifts, heard updates, elected officers, and recognized an end of service to their long-time chairperson, David Port. SIC President... Read More.

Four arrested in Saline County

Friday, December 1 by Jc Tinsley

An Eldorado woman was arrested on a warrant for violation of an order of protection, but the arrest led to additional charges, Wednesday afternoon. On Wednesday, November 29, 2017; Saline County Deputy Mike Casteel observed Molli J. Holcomb, 30, of Eldorado, in the... Read More.