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IECC Board of Trustees Meeting – July 17, 2018

Wednesday, July 18 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Eastern Community Colleges’ Board of Trustees approved the updated Technology Plan for FY2019 through FY2021 at the regular meeting Tuesday, July 17, 2018 at Wabash Valley College in Mt. Carmel. The Plan was developed by the Technology Committee and establishes a blueprint that... Read More.

Darren Bailey signs pledge opposing Speaker Mike Madigan and supporting term limits

Wednesday, July 18 by Jc Tinsley

Darren Bailey, candidate for State Representative in the 109th District, today signed a pledge committing to vote against Mike Madigan for Speaker of the Illinois House and to support term limits legislation. Bailey joined State Representative candidate Blaine Wilhour and Governor Bruce Rauner in... Read More.

SIC Holds First Career Exploration Camp

Wednesday, July 18 by Jc Tinsley

This summer, middle-school students will have the opportunity to begin exploring the various career options available in the world. SIC will be hosting a Career Exploration Camp on July 31 through August 2. The camp, which is open to students of grades 6 through... Read More.

Incredible Bats with Dan at the Rend Lake Visitor Center

Wednesday, July 18 by Jc Tinsley

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Rend Lake will be hosting Bat Naturalist Dan Peterson and his live bats on July 21st at 2:00 PM and again at 7:00 PM. During this program, Dan will give an interactive multimedia presentation about bats and... Read More.

Carmi Elks free children’s orthopedic clinic Wednesday, August 15, 2018

Wednesday, July 18 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Elks 1652 Lodge in cooperation with the Illinois Elks Children’s Care Corporation will sponsor a free children’s orthopedic assessment clinic on Wednesday, August 15, 2018 at the Wabash Christian Therapy & Medical Center, 1112 Oak Street in Carmi with Dr. Justin... Read More.

Illinois State Fire Marshal announces $2.2 million in grants for fire safety

Wednesday, July 18 by Jc Tinsley

The office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal and Gov. Bruce Rauner today announced the recipients of the Small Firefighting and Ambulance Service Equipment Grant Program, also known as the Small Equipment Grant Program.One hundred fire departments and nonprofit ambulance services across the state... Read More.

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Carmi Police make two arrests

Tuesday, July 17 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police took a theft report from Michael York of Carmi, who told officers that on Friday his Samsung Galaxy phone was stolen out of his father’s vehicle.Monday night, Carmi Police arrested 37 year old Crystal Boaz of Carmi on a Richland County... Read More.

White County Sheriff’s Department takes theft report

Tuesday, July 17 by Jc Tinsley

The White County Sheriff’s Department took a theft report from Daniel Weedman on Monday afternoon. Weedman reported that Sunday night, someone stole several power tools from his garage in Crossville and also removed hoses from his swimming pool, allowing the water to drain.

WVC Hosts 10th Annual Wicked Wheels Car Show

Tuesday, July 17 by Jc Tinsley

Wabash Valley College hosted its 10th annual Wicked Wheels Car Show on Saturday, July 7, 2018. This year’s event included a demonstration from the MCPD K-9 Unit, and over 100 vehicles registered. The 50/50 Raffle went to the MCPD K-9 Program. Car enthusiasts from... Read More.

HARRISBURG HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS REFURBISH HISTORICAL SMOKEY BEAR SIGN

Tuesday, July 17 by Jc Tinsley

For 74 years Smokey Bear has been the U.S. Forest Service’s national symbol for wildfire prevention. Over the years Smokey Bear has appeared in everything from TV commercials and radio to highway billboards and posters. He even has his own website; www.smokeybear.com. In national... Read More.