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RLC’s “Careers without Limits” features women in criminal justice

Thursday, April 27 by Jc Tinsley

Three women working in the male-dominated criminal justice field spoke to students at Rend Lake College Monday about their experiences in two non-traditional occupations. Judge Jo Beth Weber, Resident Circuit Judge for Jefferson County in the 2nd Judicial Circuit, addressed the audience first, followed... Read More.

Electronics Recycling and Disposal returns to Carrier Mills

Thursday, April 27 by Jc Tinsley

Two upcoming opportunities for Electronics recycling. One is this Saturday April 29th, and again in May 13th, in Village of Carrier Mills. The event is held on the Carrier Mills Municipal Building Parking lot, located at 101 North Mill Street, from 9 a.m. until Noon. No... Read More.

Frerichs: Trump Trashes Protections for Students and Taxpayers

Thursday, April 27 by Jc Tinsley

Private companies that service college loans will profit at the expense of students because the Trump administration killed commonsense changes to reduce the default rate among college borrowers, Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs said today. “Let’s be clear about what President Trump’s changes mean. These... Read More.

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Forensic Falcons Earn National Distinction

Wednesday, April 26 by Jc Tinsley

The SIC Forensic Falcons took second place in the nation for individual events at the national community college speech tournament in Washington, D.C. Front row (l-r): Shannon Welker, Carrice McDaniel, Haley Rushing, and Cassidy Maynard. Second row (l-r): Rachael Hooven, Noah Taylor, Kaydee... Read More.

Rauner Administration Seeks to Rid State Government of Illegal Hires Made Under Previous Administration

Wednesday, April 26 by Jc Tinsley

The Rauner Administration this week filed a motion to deny employees hired illegally by the previous administration the protection of a collective bargaining agreement. The motion continues the Rauner Administration’s commitment to reforming the patronage mess it inherited. As the Special Master noted in her... Read More.

Illinois Treasurer Frerichs Announces Financial Literacy Partnership with Econ Illinois

Wednesday, April 26 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs today announced a partnership with Econ Illinois to help improve financial literacy among Illinois students. The announcement was made during Money Smart Week at the Federal Reserve Bank in Chicago. “We are excited to partner with Econ Illinois to promote Illinois’... Read More.

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‘Base ball’ comes to Lewis and Clark site on May 6

Wednesday, April 26 by Jc Tinsley

Underhand pitching? Strikers? Pitchers 45 feet from home? What game is this? It’s vintage “base ball” as played 150 years ago, and the Lewis and Clark State Historic Site will host a game Saturday, May 6, at 10 a.m. The gentlemen of the Vandalia Old Capitals,... Read More.

Lewis and Clark State Historic Site plans festivities for anniversary of explorers’ journey

Wednesday, April 26 by Jc Tinsley

The Lewis and Clark State Historic Site will celebrate the start of the explorers’ famous journey with three days of special events, including unique educational activities for children and a free festival for people of all ages. More than 800 fourth-graders will take part in... Read More.

Illinois Awarded $16 Million Grant to Fight Opioid Crisis

Wednesday, April 26 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) was awarded a federal grant for over $16 million to fight Illinois’ opioid crisis. The grant is funded through the 21st Century Cures Act which includes an estimated $1 billion to states over the next two years... Read More.

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SUNFEST TO BE HOSTED AT WVC APRIL 28

Wednesday, April 26 by Jc Tinsley

A big event is coming to Wabash Valley College, and it is “Sunfest” which will be held on the WVC campus on April 28, 2016 from 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. This is a student-built event that is FREE! Local bands will be competing... Read More.

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