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Gains honored by Friends of the Carmi Library

Thursday, June 9 by Jc Tinsley

The Friends of the Carmi Library recently honored former mayor Jimmy Gaines with a special award for his dedication in serving the Carmi Public Library. Jimmy was instrumental in aiding the library move to its current location, helping to establish a tradition of... Read More.

SIC President’s and Vice President’s lists for Spring 2016

Thursday, June 9 by Jc Tinsley

Southeastern Illinois College has announced the President’s and Vice President’s list for the spring 2016 semester. To be eligible for the President’s and Vice President’s list, students must take a total of six credit hours in the summer and 12 credit hours during the... Read More.

WVC’S DIESEL EQUIPMENT TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM TO HOST 8TH ANNUAL WICKED WHEELS CAR, TRUCK, MOTORCYCLE, & ANTIQUE TRACTOR SHOW

Thursday, June 9 by Jc Tinsley

Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 25, 2016! WVC’s Diesel Equipment Technology Program will host the 8th Annual Wicked Wheels Car, Truck, Motorcyle, & Antique Tractor Show! Whether you have a car, truck, motorcycle, antique tractor, semi, or NEW this year, JEEP, you are... Read More.

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ALMA SMITH NAMED FMH MAY EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH

Thursday, June 9 by Jc Tinsley

Alma Smith was recently caught by surprise at her private retirement reception at Fairfield Memorial Hospital. A large crowd had gathered in her honor after dedicating 61 years of service to Fairfield Memorial Hospital. Katherine Bunting-Williams, Ph.D., FMH CEO spoke of the many... Read More.

COMMUNITY FORUM TO BE HELD AT WVC POOL TO DISCUSS UPDATES TO THE POOL

Thursday, June 9 by Jc Tinsley

The public is invited to attend a Community Forum at the Wabash Valley College Pool to discuss developing a plan for updates to the Pool. In order to accommodate those interested in attending, a Forum will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, June... Read More.

RLC’s AmeriCorps grant renewed for $440K in 2016-17 academic year

Thursday, June 9 by Jc Tinsley

INA, Ill. (June 8, 2016) – Rend Lake College students will continue to volunteer in local communities next year, thanks to the renewal of the AmeriCorps Grant. Valued at approximately $440,000, the grant helps students with training and educational awards to both give back... Read More.

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MCPD arrest report 6/5-6/8

Thursday, June 9 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. 06/05/2016-Mt. Carmel Police received a loud noise complaint in the area of Bainum and Broadmoor. When the officer's arrived on scene they noticed a vehicle operating on... Read More.

Sheriff’s Department takes report of broken windshield in Enfield

Wednesday, June 8 by Jc Tinsley

The White County Sheriff’s Department received a call about a damaged car in Enfield on Tuesday afternoon. Deputies responded to 723 South First Street just before 1pm, where Christina Wilson showed them the damage to her 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. According to the damage... Read More.

Carmi City Council updates ordinance, makes Library Board appointments at Tuesday meeting

Wednesday, June 8 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi City Council met Tuesday evening for their first meeting in June. Diane Healy, Steve Winkleman, and Sharon Whitsitt were all re-appointed for three year terms to the Library Board. The appointments will run through June 30, 2019. An amendment to Ordinance 1420 discussed... Read More.

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BELL SMITH SPRINGS TRAILHEAD TEMPORARILY CLOSED

Tuesday, June 7 by Jc Tinsley

HARRISBURG, Ill. (JUNE 6, 2016) – Beginning Monday June 13, 2016 through Monday June 27th the Bell Smith Springs Trailhead and parking lot will be closed to allow for trail maintenance. This temporary closure includes the portion of Bell Smith Springs Road just past... Read More.

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Gains honored by Friends of the Carmi Library

SIC President’s and Vice President’s lists for Spring 2016

WVC’S DIESEL EQUIPMENT TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM TO HOST 8TH ANNUAL WICKED WHEELS CAR, TRUCK, MOTORCYCLE, & ANTIQUE TRACTOR SHOW

ALMA SMITH NAMED FMH MAY EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH

COMMUNITY FORUM TO BE HELD AT WVC POOL TO DISCUSS UPDATES TO THE POOL

RLC’s AmeriCorps grant renewed for $440K in 2016-17 academic year

MCPD arrest report 6/5-6/8

Sheriff’s Department takes report of broken windshield in Enfield

Carmi City Council updates ordinance, makes Library Board appointments at Tuesday meeting

BELL SMITH SPRINGS TRAILHEAD TEMPORARILY CLOSED

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