Local News

20 Years Behind the Spotlight

Friday, July 14 by Jc Tinsley

As Southeastern Illinois College’s George T. Dennis Visual & Performing Arts Center celebrates 20 years, a lesser known player from behind the scenes steps into the light. Heather McDonald of Harrisburg has been running the SIC spotlight for every theatre performance for the past... Read More.

Illinois Producers Have until Aug. 1 to Enroll in Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC)

Friday, July 14 by Jc Tinsley

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Illinois Farm Service Agency (FSA) Acting State Executive Director (SED) Richard L. Graden reminds farmers and ranchers that they have until Aug. 1 to enroll in Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and/or Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs for the 2017... Read More.

SIC’s Gina Sirach – Choosing a Major: What Do I Want to Be When I Grow Up?

Thursday, July 13 by Jc Tinsley

“What do I want to be when I grow up?” This is a common question posed by both traditional and non-traditional students. Students often inquire about the possible career/college major options but give the following stipulations:“I want to make a lot of... Read More.

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Sixteen students pinned at RLC’s Practical Nursing ceremony

Thursday, July 13 by Jc Tinsley

A handful of Rend Lake College students finished a year-long journey through the Practical Nursing program yesterday with a pinning ceremony in front of friends and family. The event was a symbolic welcoming of the students into the nursing profession.After Nursing Director Nancy Buttry... Read More.

New Tax Rates Take Effect from Passage of SB 9

Thursday, July 13 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Revenue is providing general information regarding the recent Income Tax increase, and changes to various credits, deductions and additions to income. Taxpayers are encouraged to review the information and web links below to determine how the recent change in tax... Read More.

Rep. Severin to Hold Identity Theft Seminar on July 27th

Thursday, July 13 by Jc Tinsley

State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) will be hosting a free educational seminar on identity theft. The seminar will be held on Thursday, July 27, from 5:00pm – 6:00pm, in the conference room of Franklin Hospital, 201 Bailey Lane, in Benton. All are welcome to... Read More.

Illinois Department of Insurance Reminds Homeowners of Their Options Following Summer Storms

Thursday, July 13 by Jc Tinsley

Following severe summer storms, the Illinois Department of Insurance (DOI) wants Illinois families to know the range of options they have when it comes to their homeowners insurance.How can I make sure I have the correct homeowners insurance?Consumers should re-evaluate their risk profile at... Read More.

Not so fast, District 24 Championship game to be resumed on Saturday

Thursday, July 13 by Jc Tinsley

From American Legion Post 224 Coach Pat Stewart:"During the game everyone involved believed that I was correct on the question about the Pinch Hitter. However, after reviewing the rule we were all wrong. A pinch Hitter may be substituted for the DH and then... Read More.

Carmi man arrested on warrant Wednesday evening

Thursday, July 13 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police arrested 39 year old Jedediah Burnett of Carmi on a White County warrant for aggravated domestic battery Wednesday evening.Burnett was taken into custody at 6:18 pm at his residence on 5th Street and transported to the White County Jail. He is... Read More.

RLC’s Unmanned Aircraft Systems adds pair of offerings

Thursday, July 13 by Jc Tinsley

The subject matter might be up in the air, but the career prospects sure are grounded with the Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) program at Rend Lake College.This year’s offering is being significantly bolstered to offer students the most cutting-edge training in the area for... Read More.