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Limited Number of Campsites Available for Halloween Fun at Burrell’s Woods

Friday, September 16 by Jc Tinsley

On October 21-22 the City of Carmi, in conjunction with the Carmi Chamber of Commerce, will be hosting a Halloween Weekend at Burrell’s Woods.On October 21, those camping will be encouraged to decorate their campsites with a fall theme. “We do ask that the... Read More.

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE CONCLUDES RAIL SAFETY ENFORCEMENT WEEK

Friday, September 16 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police District 19 has partnered with local, state, and federal agencies to promote vehicle and pedestrian safety around railroad tracks and trains during this past week through Illinois Rail Safety Week, which concludes September 17, 2016.Even though an emphasis has been made... Read More.

MCPD Arrest Reports 9/15-9/16

Friday, September 16 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.09/15/2016-Mt. Carmel Police arrested 54 year old Lawrence C. Wells of Mt. Carmel after he was stopped for a traffic violation. During... Read More.

IECC Board Meeting Agenda – 9/20/16 – 7:00 p.m . – WVC SB Room 61

Friday, September 16 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Eastern Community Colleges Board Agenda September 20, 2016 7:00 p.m. Wabash Valley College Science Building Room 61 1. Call to Order & Roll Call...................................................................................... Chairman Fischer 2. Disposition of Minutes................................................................................................. CEO Bruce 3. Budget Hearing.................................................................................................................. Fischer 4. Recognition of Visitors and Guests....................................................................................... Bruce A. Visitors and Guests B. IECEA Representative5. Public Comment6. ... Read More.

Three arrested after Carmi Police respond to Thursday night domestic disturbance call

Friday, September 16 by Jc Tinsley

44 year old Robert W Stover of Carmi surrendered himself at the Carmi Police Department Thursday evening on a White County warrant for assault and disorderly conduct. Stover was taken into custody at 6:15 pm, and was processed at the White County Jail. ... Read More.

Carmi Rotary gets visit from District Governor David Matthews

Friday, September 16 by Jc Tinsley

At Thursday’s Rotary meeting, President JR Hubele introduced Sheryl Woodham, executive director of the Guardian Center. Sheryl then proceeded to introduce Rotary District 6510 Governor David Matthews and his wife Marilyn.David was born and raised near Fairfield. David received his M.S. in Educational psychology... Read More.

Amended agenda for White County 9-1-1 Board meeting Monday, Sept. 20

Friday, September 16 by Jc Tinsley

**AMENDED** WHITE COUNTY 9-1-1 AGENDA White County Courthouse Monday, September 19th, 2016 6:00 p.m. 1) Roll Call2) Approval of Minutes3) Approval of Financial Statements4) Visitors and CommunicationsBoard Member Appointment – EMS Representation5) Coordinator's ReportsCall Reports6) Other Business / Updates*NG911 Local Access Carrier Release AgreementDispatch UpdatesFinancial Institution Change / Reserve... Read More.

Illinois Labor Force Declines Fourth Straight Month

Friday, September 16 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that the unemployment rate in August decreased -0.3 percentage points to 5.5 percent and nonfarm payrolls decreased, based on preliminary data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and IDES. The decrease in... Read More.

Illinois American Water Offers Student Art Contest in Conjunction with National “Imagine a Day Without Water” Event

Friday, September 16 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois American Water is inviting 3rd, 4th and 5th grade classrooms within the Company’s service area to participate in an “Imagine a Day Without Water” art contest. Winning students will win their classroom a $100 donation. Artwork may also be featured in a future bill... Read More.

Illinois Regional College Fair returning to RLC’s Waugh Gymnasium Sept. 20

Friday, September 16 by Jc Tinsley

High school students, Rend Lake College transfer students, parents, and community members are invited to attend the annual Illinois Regional College Fair (IRCF), hosted in RLC’s James “Hummer” Waugh Gymnasium next week.The IRCF is a free event that begins at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept.... Read More.