Local News

Carmi Police make three arrests over weekend

Monday, April 10 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police arrested 32 year old James Lindsay Jr. Saturday morning following a traffic stop on 5th Street. Lindsay was seen leaving the Pundrakes parking lot, and was known to have an active White County warrant for retail theft. Lindsay was taken into... Read More.

Mill Shoals and Burnt Prairie to flush fire hydrants starting 4/10

Monday, April 10 by Jc Tinsley

Mill Shoals and Burnt Prairie will be flushing fire hydrants over the next 3 to 4 weeks.During this time customers may experience low water pressure or discolored water.Residents with any questions can contact Wayne Carter at 618-383-5850.

Shimkus Statement on Judge Gorsuch

Monday, April 10 by Jc Tinsley

Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) released the following statement on today’s Senate confirmation of Judge Neil Gorsuch:"I congratulate Judge Neil Gorsuch on his confirmation as the next Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court. Judge Gorsuch will bring the same respect for the... Read More.

Kiwanis Members Learn About CEO Class

Monday, April 10 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Kiwanis Club heard from members of the White County CEO Program on Thursday. The program was introduced by Kiwanian Clint Taylor who also serves as Chairman of the White County CEO Board.White County CEO Facilitator Tracy Orr noted it has been a... Read More.

Upcoming Events at SIC

Monday, April 10 by Jc Tinsley

April 11, noon. -- Southeastern Illinois College Falcon Baseball vs. Kaskaskia College at Falcon Field. April 12, 12:30 p.m. – SIC’s Private and Applied Music students will hold a recital in the George T. Dennis Visual and Performing Arts Center Lower Lobby. April 14, 1 p.m.... Read More.

Rauner Administration Files Brief in Support of State Employees’ Pay

Monday, April 10 by Jc Tinsley

The Rauner Administration filed a brief in the Fifth Judicial District Appellate Court this afternoon addressing the duplicity of the Attorney General’s appeal in the state employee pay lawsuit. For over a year, AG Madigan benefitted from the very court order she is now... Read More.

Shimkus Statement on Syria Missile Strike

Monday, April 10 by Jc Tinsley

Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) released the following statement on Thursday's Tomahawk missile strike on Syria’s Shayrat air base:“In 2013 I cautioned President Obama about military intervention in Syria. I also questioned why we are always the ones to respond, and why the international community... Read More.

Five off-campus Kids Camps set for summer at RLC

Monday, April 10 by Jc Tinsley

Focus on fashion, learn about Dr. Seuss or the upcoming eclipse, explore a local museum, or hone your horseback riding skills this summer during five Summer Kids Camps in Rend Lake College’s District. These camps are located in Mt. Vernon, Pinckneyville, and Whittington, and... Read More.

IDNR Announces Schedule of Waterfowl Blind Site Drawings

Monday, April 10 by Jc Tinsley

Waterfowl hunters are encouraged to mark their calendars for upcoming waterfowl hunting blind site random drawings to be held at several public hunting areas in Illinois in June, July and August.Duck and goose hunters must register in person for waterfowl blind site drawings and... Read More.

SIC to hold Annual Job Fair April 26

Monday, April 10 by Jc Tinsley

Southeastern Illinois College will once again be hosting a Job Fair in the Harry L. Crisp Student Center corridor on April 26 from 9 a.m.- noon.At SIC’s annual Job Fair, job seekers of all types will have an opportunity to survey the employment field,... Read More.