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Two men sentenced in White County Court on Wednesday

Thursday, May 4 by Jc Tinsley

Two men were sentenced in White County Court on Wednesday, according to White County States Attorney Denton Aud.35 year old Anthony Bennett, who has listed addresses in both Carmi and Chicago, was sentenced to 5 years in prison on a charge of failure... Read More.

“Taxpayer Bargain” Budget Plan Assigned to Committees

Wednesday, May 3 by Jc Tinsley

The “Taxpayer Bargain” proposal made a significant step forward this week. Fourteen pieces of the 18-bill package of government reforms and cuts, introduced April 26 by Senators Kyle McCarter and Dan McConchie, have been assigned to seven Senate committees.Sen. McCarter said it’s a positive... Read More.

White County Fair moves up two weeks this year

Wednesday, May 3 by Jc Tinsley

Traditionally the first week in August, unforeseen circumstances will force the White County Fair up two weeks.The 139th annual Fair will kick off on Monday, July 17th and wrap up on the 22nd. The move will place the Carmi fair in between the Wayne County and... Read More.

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE AND OLIVET NAZARENE UNIVERSITY TO HOST TeamIllinois YOUTH POLICE CAMP

Wednesday, May 3 by Jc Tinsley

Olivet Nazarene University (ONU) and Illinois State Police (ISP) officials announced yesterday the collaboration between the two agencies in facilitating the annual TeamIllinois Youth Police Camp for northern Illinois.The 2017 TeamIllinois Youth Police Camp for northern Illinois will take place on the ONU Campus.... Read More.

55TH COMMENCEMENT AT WABASH VALLEY COLLEGE

Wednesday, May 3 by Jc Tinsley

The 55th Commencement at Wabash Valley College will be Friday, May 12 at 7:00 p.m. in the Spencer Sports Center.There will be 240 Associate degrees and certificates awarded for 2017, with 165 conferred in this year’s event.A Prelude of music by Marcia Woodcock, pianist,... Read More.

Brian N. Dorris takes seat as newest RLC Trustee

Wednesday, May 3 by Jc Tinsley

Sesser’s Brian N. Dorris took his seat as the newest Rend Lake College Board of Trustees member tonight during the monthly meeting. The lifelong Southern Illinois resident is eager to begin his six-year term with the college, and said his interest started many years... Read More.

Kingsmen’s Eighth Annual Cruise Nights returning to RLC MarketPlace

Wednesday, May 3 by Jc Tinsley

MT. VERNON, Ill. (May 2, 2017) – It may be hard to find a parking spot at the Rend Lake College MarketPlace this Friday as the Kingsmen Auto Club of Mt. Vernon kicks off the 8th Annual Cruise Night. The events are held on... Read More.

MCPD arrest report 4/27-5/1

Wednesday, May 3 by Jc Tinsley

The following subjects were arrested by the Mt. Carmel Police Department. All subjects are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.04/27/2017-Mt. Carmel Police arrested 34 year old Lindsey Mackey of Evansville, Indiana after she was stopped for a traffic violation in the... Read More.

SIC Board hears of new transfer possibilities and honors board secretary

Wednesday, May 3 by Jc Tinsley

The Southeastern Illinois College Board of Trustees heard about new transfer outreach possibilities and new agreements with multiple universities to help SIC students achieve a smooth transfer process during the April 24 meeting. SIC received visits recently from Eastern Illinois University (EIU) and Western Illinois... Read More.

Carmi City Council installs new elected officials at Tuesday meeting

Wednesday, May 3 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi City Council met Tuesday to swear in new members at the first meeting in May.After approving the April 18 meeting minutes, incumbent Aldermen Shelia Headlee, Doug Hayes, and Steve Winkleman took the oath of office along with newly elected Ward 4 Alderman... Read More.