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Gov. Rauner proclaims Lights On Afterschool Day in Illinois

Thursday, October 26 by Jc Tinsley

Noting the importance of student learning extending beyond school hours, Gov. Bruce Rauner today proclaimed Oct. 26, 2017, as Lights On Afterschool Day in Illinois.He was joined by officials from ACT Now Coalition and the Springfield Urban League to recognize the importance of student... Read More.

McLeansboro man sentenced in Hamilton County Court Wednesday

Thursday, October 26 by Jc Tinsley

38 year old James B. Robinson of McLeansboro was sentenced in Hamilton County Court Wednesday to four years in prison according to States Attorney Justin Hood.Robinson was charged with driving on a revoked license after he was pulled over by McLeansboro Police in... Read More.

Grayville man arrested Wednesday on Edwards Co. warrant by Carmi PD

Thursday, October 26 by Jc Tinsley

A Grayville man was arrested by Carmi Police Wednesday morning on an Edwards County warrant following a traffic stop.22 year old James McFarland was stopped for driving the wrong way on Fair Street by Lincoln School at 10:18 am. McFarland was found to... Read More.

State of Illinois sells $4.5 billion in bonds

Thursday, October 26 by Jc Tinsley

Today the State sold $4.5 billion in general obligation bonds to pay down a portion of Illinois' roughly $15 billion backlog of unpaid bills. Proceeds from today's bond sale, together with the proceeds from the $1.5 billion Series 2017ABC general obligation bonds that were... Read More.

Fairfield Memorial Hospital celebrates National Respiratory Care Week

Thursday, October 26 by Jc Tinsley

Pictured above is Amber Morton, CRT, RCP, Shawna Fry, CRT, RCP, Kindra Schnicker, RRT, RCP, CCT, Director of Cardiopulmonary and Morgan Griffith, RRT, RCP.Fairfield Memorial Hospital took time out this week to thank the Cardiopulmonary Department during National Respiratory Care Week, October 22-28. ... Read More.

Entries needed for White County Christmas events

Thursday, October 26 by Jc Tinsley

It’s a White County Christmas is rapidly approaching. We need entries for the following events: Wabash Chapter DAR is needing more artistic, creative persons and businesses to participate in DAR's Festival of Trees, November 18 at First Mid Illinois Bank. A full size artificial tree with... Read More.

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Lucas Oil Center to provide free car washes for veterans and service personnel through Grace For Vets

Thursday, October 26 by Jc Tinsley

Once again this Veteran’s Day, area Veterans and Service Personnel can have their vehicles washed, for free, at Lucas Oil Center on North Green River Road through the Grace for Vets program.Grace for Vets is a non-profit organization whose mission is to honor those... Read More.

ISP District 19 conducts OREP in Wabash, Edwards Counties

Thursday, October 26 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 Wabash and Edwards Counties during October. This OREP provided extra patrol coverage for the ISP so officers could focus on saving lives... Read More.

Gov. Rauner Statement on Senate vote on SB 1905

Thursday, October 26 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner issued the following statement following the Senate vote on SB 1905:“Today’s vote could create a damaging loss for the economic competitiveness of Illinois.Senate Bill 1905 would hurt all the people of our state through lost job opportunities, slower economic growth, a... Read More.

Severin to Hold Satellite Office Hours in Carterville with Illinois Comptroller’s Office

Thursday, October 26 by Jc Tinsley

State Representative Dave Severin (R- Benton) will be holding Satellite Office Hours at the Anne West Lindsey Library on Wednesday November 1st from 12:00 – 3:00 pm. Rep. Severin’s staff will be on hand to take your opinions and assist with any constituent... Read More.