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Polar Plungers to Jump into Rend Lake on Saturday, March 4

Thursday, February 16 by Jc Tinsley

Be a fan of brrr-avery! Support Special Olympics athletes by jumping into the waters of Rend Lake on Saturday, March 4 for the Rend Lake Polar Plunge. The funds raised from the Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge® will benefit Special Olympics athletes... Read More.

Jesse White’s Legislation to Expand the Organ/Tissue Donor Registry Passes Senate Committee

Thursday, February 16 by Jc Tinsley

Secretary of State Jesse White’s legislation that would allow 16- and 17-year-olds to register for the state’s First Person Consent Organ/Tissue Donor Registry when they receive their driver’s license or identification card passed the State Senate Public Health Committee today. Senate Bill 868, sponsored by... Read More.

Two garden events at Fort de Chartres

Thursday, February 16 by Jc Tinsley

Fort de Chartres State Historic Site is helping gardeners prepare for spring with two special events that offer heirloom seeds, advice on preparing raised beds and tips on pruning trees. The first of these “jardin potager” (or kitchen garden) events takes place Saturday, Feb. 18,... Read More.

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Rend Lake College Foundation Children’s Center Tea Party honors Valentine’s Day

Thursday, February 16 by Jc Tinsley

Children enrolled in the Rend Lake College Foundation Children's Center's (RLCFCC) Pre-K classroom took a trip down the rabbit hole yesterday with an "Alice in Wonderland" themed tea party to observe Valentine's Day. The party was equipped with a photo booth, snacks, and sweet... Read More.

Sen. Righter issues statement after Gov. Rauner’s Budget Address

Thursday, February 16 by Jc Tinsley

State Sen. Dale Righter issued the following statement as reaction to Gov. Bruce Rauner’s Budget Address Feb. 15. “Let’s be clear, there are no easy solutions to Illinois’ dire financial problems,” State Sen. Dale Righter (R-Mattoon) said. “I appreciate the fact Gov. Rauner struck... Read More.

Statement from John Tillman, CEO of the Illinois Policy Institute on Budget Address

Thursday, February 16 by Jc Tinsley

Today, Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner delivered his third annual budget address. Illinois Policy Institute CEO John Tillman released the following statement: “Gov. Rauner is right that Illinois needs structural reforms to become attractive to job creators and residents. The so-called ‘grand bargain’ that has been... Read More.

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House Democrats Express Concern over Bill Empowering Rauner to Dictate Employee Pay in All Branches of Government

Thursday, February 16 by Jc Tinsley

State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, issued the following statement Wednesday: “Rather than working with both parties to prevent a potential government shutdown, Governor Rauner continues to play games with the budget and threaten the economic security of Illinois’ middle-class families. “House Democrats have introduced legislation that... Read More.

WVC TO BE CLOSED MONDAY, FEBRUARY 20 IN OBSERVANCE OF PRESIDENTS’ DAY

Thursday, February 16 by Jc Tinsley

Wabash Valley College will be closed on Monday, February 20, in observance of Presidents’ Day. There will be no classes, and all offices will be closed. Small World, Pool, and Fitness Center also will be closed.

Gov. Bruce Rauner’s 2017 Budget Address

Thursday, February 16 by Jc Tinsley

As prepared for delivery Good afternoon: President Cullerton Speaker Madigan Leader Radogno Leader Durkin Lieutenant Governor Sanguinetti Attorney General Madigan Secretary White Comptroller Mendoza Treasurer Frerichs Members of the General Assembly Ladies and Gentlemen: “The occasion is piled high with difficulty, and we must rise with the occasion… We must think anew and act anew.” “We must think... Read More.

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MCPD arrest report 2/14

Wednesday, February 15 by Jc Tinsley

The following subjects were arrested by the Mt. Carmel Police. All subjects are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. 02/14/2017-Mt. Carmel Police were dispatched to 219 E. 6th Street in Mt. Carmel reference a male subject beating a dog. When police arrived... Read More.

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Polar Plungers to Jump into Rend Lake on Saturday, March 4

Jesse White’s Legislation to Expand the Organ/Tissue Donor Registry Passes Senate Committee

Two garden events at Fort de Chartres

Rend Lake College Foundation Children’s Center Tea Party honors Valentine’s Day

Sen. Righter issues statement after Gov. Rauner’s Budget Address

Statement from John Tillman, CEO of the Illinois Policy Institute on Budget Address

House Democrats Express Concern over Bill Empowering Rauner to Dictate Employee Pay in All Branches of Government

WVC TO BE CLOSED MONDAY, FEBRUARY 20 IN OBSERVANCE OF PRESIDENTS’ DAY

Gov. Bruce Rauner’s 2017 Budget Address

MCPD arrest report 2/14

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