Rend Lake College Board of Trustees — Feb. 14, 2017, Meeting Highlights

Wednesday, February 15 by Jc Tinsley

Board veteran Bonan returns to fill vacated seat until election The board welcomed back former trustee and chair Hunt Bonan, who will fill the seat vacated by former board member Rick Marlow until the April elections. Bonan will serve until the May 2017 board meeting,... Read More.

Indiana State Police shoot, kill suspect in Vincennes Tuesday

Wednesday, February 15 by Jc Tinsley

A Princeton, Indiana man has died after Indiana State Police shot him outside a Vincennes gas station. 35 year old David Zimmerman has been identified as the victim. He was wanted on a warrant for a felony parole violation on a manslaughter charge issued... Read More.

Illinois State Police and American Legion officials prepare for Summer Youth Police Program

Wednesday, February 15 by Jc Tinsley

Officials with the Illinois State Police (ISP) and the American Legion announce plans for the 45th Annual American Legion Youth Police Camp (ALYPC). The camp will again be held at the Illinois State Police Academy in Springfield, Illinois, and will run June 25-30, 2017.Dozens of... Read More.

Shimkus Sending Staff Member to Grayville and Fairfield

Wednesday, February 15 by Jc Tinsley

Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) has a tradition of having his staff hold office hours in addition to those he holds himself. This is an opportunity to meet with someone from Shimkus’ office in your hometown. “These office hours allow you to meet face to... Read More.

Rauner, Lawmakers Move to Protect Taxpayers from Inmate Legal Bills

Wednesday, February 15 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner announced today his support for a bill that would help ease the burden of the Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) and taxpayers by taking into account an inmate’s ability to pay for a private attorney. As a Read More.

White County Democrats Donate to Local Food Pantries

Tuesday, February 14 by Jc Tinsley

Nancy Mitchell of the White County Democrats is pictured here presenting a check from the local political organization to Jack Bradshaw, representing the Cherry Street Baptist Church Food Pantry. The White County Democrats donated a total of $100 to local food pantries.Money was... Read More.

RLC announces 2017 Homecoming Court

Tuesday, February 14 by Jc Tinsley

Celebrate Homecoming with the Rend Lake College Men’s and Women’s Basketball teams next week in a matchup against local rival Southeastern Illinois College. The annual Homecoming celebration is set for tomorrow, Wednesday, Feb. 15, and includes the basketball games, a dance, and the crowning... Read More.

CWC’s Chance Hamblin advances at WYSE competition at SIC

Tuesday, February 14 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi-White County High School – 2nd Place 700 Division (Not listed in picture order)- Emily Brown, Hadyn Browning, Madison Childers, Ashtyn Cowling, Peyton Frymire, Chance Hamblin, Andrew Hunsinger, Kelsi Kessler, Dakota Mullins, Eva Nelson-Ochs, Matt Rice, Peyton Roedder, Logan Spruell, Faye Yang, Alex Hunsinger,... Read More.

Carmi PD make DUI arrest Monday night

Tuesday, February 14 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police arrested 24 year old Jordan Williams of Carmi for DUI following a traffic stop in the 200 block of Fairview Drive Monday night.Williams was taken into custody at 9:54 pm and transported to the White County Jail. He was later released... Read More.

Two arrested on White, Hamilton warrants by Mt. Carmel Police

Tuesday, February 14 by Jc Tinsley

On Saturday, Mt. Carmel Police arrested 38 year old April Santiago and 33 year old Ray Reynolds, both of Mt. Carmel on warrants from White and Hamilton Counties. Santiago was wanted on a charge of obstruction of justice in Hamilton County and... Read More.