New IDOT Mowing Approach to Help Protect Monarch Butterfly, Pollinator Populations in Illinois

Tuesday, May 16 by Jc Tinsley

To help revive the shrinking populations of the monarch butterfly and other pollinators, the Illinois Department of Transportation is adjusting its mowing routine along state highways this spring and summer. The approach, part of IDOT’s overall effort to encourage green and sustainable practices in... Read More.

SIC’s Wiess: Graduation Day Is Here! Now What?

Tuesday, May 16 by Jc Tinsley

A column by Karen Weiss, Ed.D., Vice President for Academic Affairs at Southeastern Illinois College Spring is in the air, and graduation season is upon us. It is a time of anticipation, joy, relief, and for some… uncertainty.All graduates at all educational levels face... Read More.

Illinois DCFS enhances procedures to promote the safety, adjustment and well-being of LGBTQ youth in care

Tuesday, May 16 by Jc Tinsley

On May 6, 2017, Illinois DCFS Director George Sheldon signed enhanced department procedures to be followed when providing services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer/questioning (LGBTQ) children and youth in the department’s care.The procedure includes increased mandatory LGBTQ training for anyone involved with... Read More.

Jesse White’s Legislation to Expand the Organ/Tissue Donor Registry Sent to Governor

Tuesday, May 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 Illinois Senate today.House Bill 1805, sponsored by state Rep. Deb... Read More.

Secretary of State Jesse White Hosts Third National “Targeting Autism” Forum

Tuesday, May 16 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Secretary of State and State Librarian Jesse White hosted the third national “Targeting Autism” forum on May 11-12, at the State Library in Springfield.Launched in 2015 by Secretary White and The Autism Program (TAP) of Illinois, the “Targeting Autism” forum is an innovative... Read More.

Pre-K Graduation sends off one dozen RLCF Children’s Center students

Tuesday, May 16 by Jc Tinsley

The Rend Lake College Foundation Children’s Center (RLCFCC) graduated 12 students from the Pre-K class last Friday in the RLC Theatre. In addition to receiving their diplomas, the dozen students also sang the alphabet song and watched a slideshow from their last year at... Read More.

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IECC Board Agenda – May 16, 2017 – Frontier Community College

Monday, May 15 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Eastern Community Colleges Board Agenda May 16, 2017 7:00 p.m. Frontier Community College Bob Boyles Hall 1. Call to Order & Roll Call...................................................................................... Chairman Fischer 2. Disposition of Minutes................................................................................................. CEO Bruce 3. Recognition of Visitors and Guests....................................................................................... Bruce A. Visitors and Guests B. IECEA Representative4. Public Comment5. Reports A. Trustees B. ... Read More.

Wabash Christian provides info on arthritis at Senior Center

Monday, May 15 by Jc Tinsley

On Friday Wabash Christian Therapy provided a free fish lunch at the White County Senior Center.Rehab Manager Janelle Waters provided a presentation on Arthritis as this Arthritis Awareness Month. Information shared about types of arthritis, possible causes and contributing factors, difference between osteoarthritis and... Read More.

District 19 announces results of Occupant Restraint Enforcement Patrol

Monday, May 15 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police (ISP) District 19 Commander, Captain Cory Ristvedt, announces the results of an Occupant Restraint Enforcement Patrol (OREP) held in Saline and Gallatin Counties during May. This OREP provided extra patrol coverage for the ISP so officers could focus on saving lives... Read More.

ISP District 19 conducts Roadside Safety Check in Fairfield over weekend

Monday, May 15 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police (ISP) District 19 Commander, Captain Cory Ristvedt, announces the results of a Roadside Safety Check (RSC) held in Wayne County from late night 05/13/2017 to early morning 05/14/2017. The RSC was conducted at Delaware Street and SW 7th Street in Fairfield,... Read More.

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