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SIC’s mini-semester allows additional academic options

Monday, January 23 by Jc Tinsley

With the beginning of a new year and the spring semester now in full swing, it is still not too late to get back into the game academically at Southeastern Illinois College, thanks to the institution’s gamut of mini-semester courses.Mini-semester courses are available in... Read More.

Governor Announces Appointments

Monday, January 23 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner announced today he has made appointments to the Illinois State Board of Education, the Illinois Labor Relations Board, the Illinois Commerce Commission, the Illinois Racing Board, and the Illinois Pollution Control Board. In addition, he has made a number of appointments... Read More.

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE WARNS OF PHONE SCAMS

Monday, January 23 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois State Police (ISP) is warning the public of a phone scam that is currently circulating throughout the state. Several individuals have reported to the ISP that they have received automated messages advising them they are under criminal investigation and requesting they send... Read More.

State Announces Free Tax Preparation for Low Income Families

Monday, January 23 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Department of Human Services Secretary James Dimas today announced free income tax preparation and electronic filing is available for low income workers and families. The services are provided free of charge at locations across the state to families with incomes up to $55,000... Read More.

IDES Unemployment rate increases to 5.7% in December

Monday, January 23 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that the unemployment rate in December inched up +0.1 percentage points to 5.7 percent and nonfarm payrolls decreased by -16,700 jobs over the month, based on preliminary data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor... Read More.

Co-Founder of Carmi Invitational Tournament Speaks to Kiwanis

Sunday, January 22 by Jc Tinsley

Story submitted by Greg Grant of Carmi Kiwanis ClubThe Carmi Kiwanis Club met on January 19. Club officer, Katelyne Wolff called the meeting to order. Lance Barbre introduced guest Kevin Wolff, Carmi-White County men's basketball coach. Katelyne reminded the club that ideas for a... Read More.

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Honor given for long-time commitment to SIC

Friday, January 20 by Jc Tinsley

Pictured from left are Dr. Jonah Rice, SIC President; Bosco Watson; Barbara Morgan and David Port, SIC Foundation board chair. For their decades of service to Southeastern Illinois College, Bosco Watson and Barbara Morgan accepted a recognition award from the SIC Foundation board during... Read More.

2017 GEC Tournament schedule

Friday, January 20 by Jc Tinsley

2017 GEC Tournament Schedule at SIC Monday, Jan. 236:30 – Game 1 – Carrier Mills (4) vs NCOE (5)8:00 – Game 2 – Gallatin Co. (1) vs Thompsonville (8)Tuesday, Jan. 246:30 – Game 3 – Hardin Co. (3) vs Galatia (6)8:00 – Game 4 –... Read More.

Hamilton Memorial Auxiliary to Host Gourmet Food Extravaganza

Friday, January 20 by Jc Tinsley

Visit the Hamilton Memorial Hospital for a Gourmet Food Extravaganza, hosted by the Auxiliary Gift Shop. The event will take place on Monday, January 30th in the hospital lobby from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Don’t miss out on items like gourmet chocolate from... Read More.

New Authority Allows DCFS to Strengthen and Preserve Families

Friday, January 20 by Jc Tinsley

The Federal Administration for Children, Youth, and Families has granted Illinois a waiver of restrictions on federal foster-care funds to let the Illinois Department of Children and Families address family problems without having to remove children from their homes and putting them in foster... Read More.