Local News

RLC offering computer workshops on all campuses

Friday, August 19 by Jc Tinsley

Locals in all of Rend Lake College’s district have the chance to take advantage of four different computer workshops during the Fall 2016 semester. Classes will be offered in Microsoft Word, Excel, and QuickBooks.Beginning Microsoft Word will be offered at the RLC MarketPlace in... Read More.

RLC, AHA teaming up to offer Emergency Services training

Friday, August 19 by Jc Tinsley

Rend Lake College is again teaming up with the American Heart Association (AHA) this fall to offer a number of emergency services courses at the AHA Training Center at the RLC MarketPlace in Mt. Vernon.Among these courses are BLS, CPR and First Aid; Pediatric... Read More.

Allendale RFPD receives new AED through gift

Friday, August 19 by Jc Tinsley

The Allendale Rural Fire Protection District received a new Automated External Defibrillator (AED) purchased with funds donated to the District by friends and family of Nadine Smith.“We are very appreciative of their generosity,” said Chief Gerald Brooks, “these life saving devices cost approximately $2,000.00.... Read More.

From Sew to Show: Long Time Exhibitor Celebrates 67th Year at Illinois State Fair

Friday, August 19 by Jc Tinsley

The State Fair is the Olympics for some exhibitors who enter projects in the nearly 100 year old Hobbies, Arts, and Crafts Building. This facility is home to baking, textile exhibits, and more. One person who has been exhibiting at the fair is Marian... Read More.

Halloween Fun Planned at Burrell’s Woods

Friday, August 19 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.

Champion Labs Car and Motorcycle Cruise-In coming September 10th

Friday, August 19 by Jc Tinsley

The Rewards & Recognition team at Champion Laboratories invites the public to their Cruisin’ Back to Champ Car and Motorcycle Cruise-In from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 10, 2016. This event will be at Champ’s Air Plant, 301 Industrial Drive, Albion,... Read More.

Beloved Local Art Teacher Featured in Gallery Show at SIC

Friday, August 19 by Jc Tinsley

Tiffany Day, SIC art student from Harrisburg, adjusts “Hay Bales on the Agin Farm,” an oil on linen from the Scott Stout Collection. Day helped install the exhibit and this is her favorite piece in the current Barb Allen: Stories on Canvas show... Read More.

Illinois Labor Force Drops for Third Straight Month

Friday, August 19 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that the unemployment rate in July decreased 0.4 percentage points to 5.8 percent and nonfarm payrolls increased by +11,600 jobs, based on preliminary data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and IDES.... Read More.

Professional Development workshops available at RLC for local specialists

Friday, August 19 by Jc Tinsley

Five focused workshops are available this fall at Rend Lake College for professionals in the culinary or health care industries. With options on all three campuses, locals have the chance to freshen up on their skills or add new abilities into the mix.To learn... Read More.

Test your Ag IQ at the Lt. Governor Tent

Friday, August 19 by Jc Tinsley

SPRINGFIELD, IL. - Do you know where your food comes from? Do you want to learn more about how the food you eat gets from the farm to your plate? Stop by the Illinois Department of Agriculture table inside the Lieutenant Governor's tent to... Read More.