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Gov. Rauner to lawmakers: “Send me the education funding bill now”

Thursday, July 20 by Jc Tinsley

Today, Gov. Bruce Rauner again called on lawmakers to send him Senate Bill 1, the school funding reform bill. If the bill is not sent to Gov. Rauner’s desk soon, public schools throughout the state may not open in time for the new school... Read More.

20th Anniversary Running of the EAA AirVenture Cup Race Starts at Mount Vernon Outland Airport July 21

Thursday, July 20 by Jc Tinsley

Mount Vernon, Ill – July 14, 2017 – Mt. Vernon Outland Airport in Mount Vernon, Ill., will be the site of three days of exciting aviation events starting July 21 and concluding on July 23 when over 90 unique aircraft start the race of... Read More.

Retired White County educator to publish first book.

Thursday, July 20 by Jc Tinsley

Connie Saunders, retired educator has completed a major item on her “Bucket List” by writing her autobiography and completing the publishing process. Connie became interested in writing her story about 2008 after attending a workshop in Florida about how to write your life... Read More.

SHAWNEE NATIONAL FOREST PREPARES FOR ECLIPSE 2017

Thursday, July 20 by Jc Tinsley

Shawnee National Forest is a popular destination for people headed to Southern Illinois for this summer’s solar eclipse, which takes place August 21. “We expect many people will watch the solar eclipse at NASA’s marquee event in Carbondale, and some will choose to watch it... Read More.

Chamber of Commerce and City of Carmi Organizing Truck or Treat

Thursday, July 20 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Chamber of Commerce, along with the City of Carmi, is working to organize a Trunk or Treat for area children on October 31. Local businesses, churches and community organizations are invited to participate and hand out treats to children. There is no... Read More.

Governor’s Hometown Awards – Application Deadline August 1

Thursday, July 20 by Jc Tinsley

The Serve Illinois Commission is reminding all interested parties that applications for the Governor’s Hometown Awards are due in less than two weeks. The awards give formal recognition to those who contributed to their community’s quality of life through projects that have strong volunteer... Read More.

Governor Signs Charlie’s Law

Thursday, July 20 by Jc Tinsley

Gov. Bruce Rauner today signed Charlie’s Law, a-first-in-the-nation bill that enables all children in Illinois to receive treatment under their insurance plans for the debilitating behavioral disease PANDAS (Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections). “Today is an important day. This shows what can... Read More.

Carmi police make warrant arrest; nab two kids for curfew violation

Thursday, July 20 by Jc Tinsley

A traffic stop resulted in the arrest of a Carmi man Wednesday evening. 34 year old Randall Flowers was pulled over by Carmi Police at 7:07 pm in the parking lot of the Main Cross apartments and was taken into custody on a... Read More.

Heat Advisory in effect from noon Wednesday to 7 pm Sunday

Wednesday, July 19 by Jc Tinsley

Dangerous heat and humidity Wednesday through Sunday... .A large upper level high will produce a dome of heat and humidity across the region from Wednesday through Sunday. The combination of the heat and humidity will produce maximum heat index values over 100 degrees each... Read More.

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Enfield Village Board raises utility rates at July meeting

Wednesday, July 19 by Jc Tinsley

The Enfield Village Board met Tuesday night for their July meeting.The Board agreed to the gas and water rate increases recommended by the committee that met last month. Customer's water rates will increase from .00663 per gallon to .00897 per gallon. And gas rates... Read More.