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Patrick L. Molt, MD, FACS Enjoying His Work as Adjunct Professor for General Surgery Residents

Monday, September 25 by Jc Tinsley

Randal Zhou, MD, a fourth year General Surgery Resident from Rush University Medical Center – General Surgery Training Program, is currently in his six week rotation with Patrick L. Molt, MD, FACS. Dr. Molt is serving as an adjunct professor for Rush University... Read More.

Carmi Rotary visited by District Governor

Monday, September 25 by Jc Tinsley

Our special guest speaker was Jill Pietrusinski, the District Governor for our area. She was introduced by Janice Alka, who also presented her with a speaking certificate. The group picture includes local President Kenny Harrelson. All photographs taken by Kenneth Dwain Harrelson.

Grayville man sentenced in Edwards County Court Friday

Monday, September 25 by Jc Tinsley

43 year old Ricky Pollard of Grayville was sentenced in Edwards County Court to three and a half years in prison on Friday on a charge of aggravated battery causing great bodily harm.Pollard will be under mandatory supervised release for one year following... Read More.

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ISP District 19 investigates two Saline County crashes Sunday

Monday, September 25 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police District 19 troopers investigated two traffic accidents in Saline County on Sunday.At 2:40 pm, officials say that 67 year old Ralph Williams of Equality was driving north on Pearce Road and turned west onto Illinois Route 13 when he collided with... Read More.

Illinois names financing team for $4.5 billion bond offering

Monday, September 25 by Jc Tinsley

The Governor’s Office of Management and Budget announced today that it has selected the financing team for an upcoming $4.5 billion sale of general obligation bonds by the State of Illinois.The $4.5 billion in bonds will be a negotiated sale and is part of... Read More.

Governor Rauner completes 3rd annual ride to Springfield to support veterans

Monday, September 25 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today completed his 3rd annual “Governor’s Ride to Springfield," supporting Illinois Veterans organizations and the Honor Flight of Illinois. The ride, which departed from Chicago’s western suburb of Countryside this morning, traveled down historic Route 66 making stops in Dwight, Lexington and Lincoln, before arriving... Read More.

Gov. Rauner enacts adult high school legislation

Monday, September 25 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today signed HB 2527, amending the Illinois School Code to allow adults without high school degrees to acquire high school diplomas and allow for the creation of quality adult diploma programs.“Illinoisans of every age should have access to quality educational programs... Read More.

Eldorado teen and juvenile arrested in Saline County shooting

Monday, September 25 by Jc Tinsley

The Saline County Sheriff’s Department has announced that two arrests have been made in connection with last week’s shooting that occurred outside Eldorado.19 year old Wesley T Mayberry of Eldorado and a 16 year old juvenile are in custody for their involvement in... Read More.

Carmi Police arrest felon with a gun Friday morning

Friday, September 22 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police responded to a call to the Carmi Motel early Friday morning and took a Kentucky man into custody. Officers arrived at 3:45 am and found a loaded handgun in plain sight in room 22. The room’s occupant, 50 year old Brian... Read More.

SIC Theatre Presents Schoolhouse Rock Oct. 7

Friday, September 22 by Jc Tinsley

Cast members work on a scene from Schoolhouse Rock Live! at SIC. The one night only performance will be held Oct. 7 at 7 p.m. “Conjunction Junction, what’s your function?” Everyone’s favorite Saturday morning cartoon is brought to life onstage in Southeastern Illinois College... Read More.