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Illinois Farm Bureau, Illinois State Medical Society team up to help medical students

Friday, September 8 by Jc Tinsley

Medical students looking for help with recommendations or financial support are encouraged to apply to the Rural Illinois Medical Student Assistance Program (RIMSAP). Established by the Illinois State Medical Society and the Illinois Farm Bureau, RIMSAP aims to increase the number of rural primary... Read More.

Illinois State Police Heritage Foundation co-hosts 2017 Secretary of State vehicle show, Saturday, Sept. 9th

Friday, September 8 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police Heritage Foundation (ISPHF) is encouraging vehicle enthusiasts to mark their calendars for the 67th Secretary of State Vehicle Show and Swap Meet, which will be held Saturday, Sept. 9, in downtown Springfield at the corner of Capitol Avenue and Second Street. ... Read More.

Grayville City Council meeting agenda for Monday, Sept. 11

Friday, September 8 by Jc Tinsley

CITY OF GRAYVILLE MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2017 CITY COUNCIL MEETING 7:00 P.M. AGENDA PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCECALL TO ORDERROLL CALL:Mayor BischCommissioner JordanCommissioner BrockCommissioner DownsCommissioner StroudCONSENT AGENDATREASURER’S REPORTPURCHASE ORDER APPROVALSEXECUTIVE SESSION:2. Pending or Probable Litigation 5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (11)OTHER BUSINESS:1. Request for use of downtown area for October 28th Fall... Read More.

IL Department of Revenue Waives IFTA/MFUT Requirements Due to Hurricane Harvey

Friday, September 8 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR), pursuant to 35 ILCS 505/13a.4 and 13a.5, has temporarily suspended International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) registration and motor fuel use tax (MFUT) single trip permitting for qualified vehicles engaged in interstate disaster relief efforts... Read More.

Gov. Rauner takes budget actions

Friday, September 8 by Jc Tinsley

After conducting a thorough review of the out-of-balance fiscal year 2018 budget passed by the General Assembly in July, Gov. Bruce Rauner today announced he intends to exercise borrowing authority to issue $6 billion in bonds to pay down a portion of the state’s... Read More.

Baptist Children’s Home and Family Services 18th Annual Fall Festival September 16

Friday, September 8 by Jc Tinsley

Baptist Children’s Home and Family Services (BCHFS) will host it’s 18th Annual Fall Festival Saturday, September 16 on the grounds of the agency’s Carmi, IL campus from 10:00 - 2:00. The campus is located at 949 County Rd 1300 N, Carmi, IL 62821. The event... Read More.

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Explore Colorado, UK through RLC’s Collette Vacations

Friday, September 8 by Jc Tinsley

Join Rend Lake College on the trip of a lifetime. RLC has partnered with Collette Vacations to offer two unique travel opportunities in 2018. Sightsee through the United Kingdom (UK) by rail in March or tour the “old west” through the Colorado Rocky Mountains... Read More.

12th Annual Hamilton Memorial Hospital Foundation Golf Scramble set for Sept.15

Friday, September 8 by Jc Tinsley

Hamilton Memorial Hospital Foundation will be hosting their 12th annual golf scramble on Friday, September 15, 2017 at the McLeansboro Golf Course. This event benefits graduating seniors from local high schools who are pursuing careers in healthcare and continuing education efforts of Hamilton Memorial Hospital... Read More.

Sunrise Coal Donates to SIC Mine Training Program

Friday, September 8 by Jc Tinsley

Terry Phegley of Sunrise Coal shows a piece of equipment to SIC President Dr. Jonah Rice and SIC Fire Training Coordinator, Bobby Williams. One of the key pieces of equipment needed for fire brigade work and coal mining is a self-contained breathing apparatus, also... Read More.

Illinois State Police District 19 Announces August Activity and Enforcement

Friday, September 8 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police District 19 Commander, Captain Cory Ristvedt, announced today activity and enforcement figures for the month of August. Troopers in District 19, which includes Wabash, Edwards, Wayne, White, Hamilton, Saline, and Gallatin Counties, recorded 1,357incidents during the month.Enforcement activityconsisted of 562citations and... Read More.