RLC honors four during Advisory Council meetings

Thursday, March 30 by Jc Tinsley

Four local professionals were honored for their dedication and service to Rend Lake College during last week’s Advisory Council meetings held on campus. Betty Musgrave was honored with the Presidential Advisory Award, and Certificates of Appreciation were awarded to Katie Karcher, Kelli Stover, and... Read More.

Illinois pension, other retirement-related debt climbs to $267 billion

Thursday, March 30 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois’ massive unfunded pension liability is well-publicized, but new data show that taxpayers are actually on the hook for billions more in other retirement-related debt as well. Illinois’ total state and local retirement-related debt is $267 billion, according to a new analysis by the... Read More.

Saline County Sheriff seeking id of copper theft suspect

Thursday, March 30 by Jc Tinsley

The Saline County Sheriff’s Department is seeking the public’s help in identifying a suspect who was caught on camera stealing copper wire from a farm near Carrier Mills. Sheriff Keith Brown issued pictures captured at Donnie Duncan’s property. The value of the stolen items... Read More.

ILLINOIS STUDENT ASSISTANCE COMMISSION AND KNACK PARTNER FOR STUDENT SUCCESS

Thursday, March 30 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC), the state’s college access and financial aid agency, has partnered with Knack, a unique mobile app that allows students to play video games to discover skill sets that will assist... Read More.

Stolen car leads to three years in prison for Grayville woman

Thursday, March 30 by Jc Tinsley

In White County Court on Wednesday, 29 year old Brittany N Howder of Grayville was sentenced to three years in prison on a charge of possession of a stolen vehicle, according to States Attorney Denton Aud.Howder also received a three year sentence for... Read More.

ICC Establishes Office of Cybersecurity and Risk Management

Thursday, March 30 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) announced today the establishment of a new Office of Cybersecurity and Risk Management, with Dominic Saebeler serving as director. The initiative complements Governor Bruce Rauner’s commitment to building a more cyber secure Illinois.Through the development of policy, strategy and... Read More.

GWRPC holding photo contest on Instagram

Thursday, March 30 by Jc Tinsley

GWRPC is looking for photos that showcase our region. The photos will be featured in the region’s economic development plan. The ideal photo will capture the region’s unique assets (including but not limited to natural resources, business & industry, historic sites, and/or infrastructure)What do... Read More.

Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs Honors 35 Vietnam War Veterans

Thursday, March 30 by Jc Tinsley

Vietnam War Veterans today were honored and thanked for their service during the Vietnam War at the Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs Veterans Home in LaSalle, Illinois. During the ceremony, a total of 35 Veterans were honored with a 50 year commemoration pin and... Read More.

Governor Highlights New Cadet Illinois State Police Classes

Thursday, March 30 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today highlighted the approval of two Illinois State Police (ISP) Cadet classes, and reaffirmed the administration's continued support for the ISP and public safety. He proclaimed April 1, 2017 Illinois State Police Day in Illinois to honor the 95th anniversary of... Read More.

Carmi Police report busy Wednesday

Thursday, March 30 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Police Department took a damage report Wednesday morning. Tara Johnson reported at 11:27 am that over the weekend, someone removed her son’s bike from a rack at Washington Attendance Center and threw it down a flight of stairs. Johnson said that the... Read More.