Local News

Carmi residents should see fewer spikes in electric bills after Tuesday Council meeting

Wednesday, June 7 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi City Council met for the first time in June on Tuesday evening. Following a moment of silence for the O'Daniel family, the meeting proceeded quickly.Following approval of the May 16th meeting minutes, the Council heard from Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Holly... Read More.

Rend Lake College Board of Trustees — June 6, 2017, Meeting Highlights

Wednesday, June 7 by Jc Tinsley

Three nursing instructors appointed Three full-time, tenure-track nursing instructors were appointed Tuesday. They are: Sylvia Moore, effective Aug. 13, 2017. Moore holds an Associate in Applied Science Degree in Nursing from Shawnee Community College, a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing from Murray State University and... Read More.

Reis legislation helping rural communities seeking wastewater services heads to Governor

Wednesday, June 7 by Jc Tinsley

On the final day of the spring legislative session in Springfield, the Illinois Senate passed legislation sponsored by State Representative David Reis (R-Ste. Marie) which was drafted as a constituent initiative aimed at helping rural communities seeking wastewater services. HB1914 allows water districts and... Read More.

Former Rend Lake College Board Chair Eric Black honored for service

Wednesday, June 7 by Jc Tinsley

INA, Ill. (June 6, 2017) - Eric Black, CENTER, former Chair of the Rend Lake College Board of Trustees and current Board Secretary, was honored during the regular board meeting Tuesday evening for his years of service. Black served as... Read More.

Illinois Sheriffs, Chiefs of Police call for 9-1-1 bill approval

Tuesday, June 6 by Jc Tinsley

9-1-1 is the backbone of public safety and Illinois’ back is breaking.On behalf of the Sheriffs, the Chiefs of Police, and all the men and women of public safety in Illinois, we encourage Governor Rauner to approve SB 1839. Without that approval, the system... Read More.

Norris City Village Board holds June meeting Monday night

Tuesday, June 6 by Jc Tinsley

Re-elected Village Trustees Carl Whipple and Joseph Skaggs took the oath of office at the beginning of this meeting, due to not being at last month's meeting.They accepted the low bids for oil and chipping of streets from Mt. Carmel Stabilization and from Hastie... Read More.

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Carmi League of Arts Summer Concert series returns June 13

Tuesday, June 6 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi League of Arts will once again host summer concerts at the gazebo in Library Park on Main street in Carmi. The first concert will feature Mark Rogers & the Appetizers. Mark and his young guitar students will perform at 7:30 pm on Tuesday, June... Read More.

Golfers Still Needed for Chamber Tournament June 24th

Tuesday, June 6 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Golf Tournament Saturday, June 24 at Carmi Country Club. Golfers are needed for both the 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. shotgun starts.“The money raised will be used to continue the Chamber’s scholarship program, continue competitive... Read More.

WVC Basketball camps for girls and boys

Tuesday, June 6 by Jc Tinsley

Mt. Carmel ,IL- Mike Carpenter, Wabash Valley College Athletic Director & Men’s Basketball Coach, has announced that WVC is offering Basketball Camps for Boys & Girls the week of June 26-30 in the Spencer Sports Center. Boys and Girls entering K through 3rd Grade... Read More.

Illinois state employee asks U.S. Supreme Court to hear First Amendment challenge to mandatory union fees

Tuesday, June 6 by Jc Tinsley

Today, the U.S. Supreme Court will be asked to hear a case that could free government workers from being forced to pay union dues or fees as a condition of employment. Forcing government employees to pay money to union officials to keep their jobs violates... Read More.