Carmi man arrested on forgery charge

Wednesday, May 24 by Jc Tinsley

30 year old Adam Hoover of Carmi was arrested by the White County Sheriff’s Department on Tuesday on a charge of forgery.Hoover was wanted on a White County warrant also charging him with being in possession of the credit card of another.Hoover was... Read More.

Local Art Students Visit Chicago

Wednesday, May 24 by Jc Tinsley

SIC Art students on the steps of The Art Institute of Chicago Pictured (l-r) are Tristen Bolin of Harrisburg, Taylor Cox of Eldorado, Tiffany Day of Harrisburg, and Autumn Pritchett of Galatia. Southeastern Illinois College Art Club traveled to the Windy City this month... Read More.

4-H Shooting Sports tops 1,000 volunteers

Wednesday, May 24 by Jc Tinsley

One thousand volunteers.It’s a milestone for the Illinois 4-H program which has seen its share of big moments as a life-changing organization.One thousand people have received training and are now certified Illinois 4-H Shooting Sports volunteers. Just eight years ago, the program didn’t... Read More.

While Enjoying America’s Waterways Play It Safe

Wednesday, May 24 by Jc Tinsley

(Rend Lake, Benton, IL) — Before you head out for a day on or near the water, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) encourages you to make sure you have life jackets for everyone and that you wear them.In the last 10 years,... Read More.

ICC Releases Initial Comments in NextGrid

Wednesday, May 24 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) announced today the release of the initial comments received in the NextGrid Utility of the Future Study.The Commission received comments from more than 40 groups and individuals in response to a March 2017 Resolution inviting energy stakeholders to provide... Read More.

Beach Blast to be Held at Rend Lake South Sandusky Beach on May 27, 2017

Wednesday, May 24 by Jc Tinsley

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Rend Lake is hosting the annual Rend Lake Beach Blast on Saturday, May 27th, at the South Sandusky Beach. There will be games for all ages, music, and activities that teach all ages how to stay safe... Read More.

Illinois State Police urge motorists to drive safely during Memorial Day Weekend travel

Wednesday, May 24 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police (ISP) District 19 Commander, Captain Cory Ristvedt, is reminding motorists to take the necessary safety precautions for the upcoming holiday travel. Troopers are responsible for the safety of more than 20,000 miles of the state’s roads and highways.The Memorial Day Holiday... Read More.

Carmi Police make domestic battery arrest Tuesday evening

Wednesday, May 24 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police arrested 48 year old Timothy Roberts of Carmi at his Burrell Street residence Tuesday evening on a charge of domestic battery.Police responded to a call at 6:38 pm and took Roberts into custody. He is being held at the White County... Read More.

Final testing date approaching for RLC Medical Assistant program application

Wednesday, May 24 by Jc Tinsley

Students interested in Rend Lake College’s Medical Assistant program have one week left to test and complete an application for the Fall 2017 semester. The program’s entrance exam is set for 9 a.m. Tuesday, May 30 with applications due the following day.The entrance exam,... Read More.

Speaker Michael Madigan issues statement on Senate budget bill

Wednesday, May 24 by Jc Tinsley

Speaker Michael J. Madigan issued the following statement Tuesday regarding budget bills passed by the Senate:“The appropriations measures passed by the Senate will be thoughtfully considered by the House Democratic Budget Working Group headed by Representative Greg Harris. Since the beginning of the session,... Read More.