Shimkus Accepting Military Academy Nominations

Wednesday, August 31 by Jc Tinsley

Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) is now accepting applications from young men and women interested in attending one of the United States military academies. High school seniors, college students, and anyone interested should apply now for 2017 admission.“As the school year begins, many students... Read More.

Rend Lake offering program on desert animals on Saturday

Wednesday, August 31 by Jc Tinsley

Join the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Rend Lake on Saturday, September 3rd, as they host the Natural History Education Company of the Mid-south at the Rend Lake Visitor Center. This program will feature creatures with the most amazing abilities to thrive in... Read More.

Food Service Sanitation Manager’s Certification Offered at WVC

Wednesday, August 31 by Jc Tinsley

Wabash Valley College will be offering a Food Service Sanitation & Safety (Manager’s Certification) RST 1601 class taught by Lisa Shook, an approved FSSMC Instructor, using a core curriculum provided by the Illinois Department of Public Health.The class will meet on Monday and Wednesday... Read More.

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IDOT: Don’t Spend Labor Day Weekend in Jail

Wednesday, August 31 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), the Illinois State Police (ISP) and nearly 200 local Illinois law enforcement agencies are urging motorists to “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” this Labor Day weekend. Police will be out in force in an effort to reduce... Read More.

Mt. Carmel Police Department arrest report 8/29/16

Wednesday, August 31 by Jc Tinsley

The following subjects were arrested by the Mt. Carmel Police Department. All subjects are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. On 08/29/2016, Mt. Carmel Police were notified that individuals were smoking cannabis in the area of 1230 N. Walnut Street. Mt. Carmel... Read More.

Carmi Township to begin oil and chipping September 6th

Tuesday, August 30 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Township Road Department will begin oil and chipping of Township roads on Tuesday, September 6th weather permitting.Roads must be clean of grass and debris for work to be started.Oil and chipping will begin September 6 on:700 East from IL Highway 14 to... Read More.

IECC TRIO SSS STARTING OFF THE NEW YEAR

Tuesday, August 30 by Jc Tinsley

All first-year Illinois Eastern Community Colleges TRIO students and mentors met at Wabash Valley College for their first day of their two-day workshop, “Learning To Succeed” or “L2S.” Each fall, prior to classes starting, the IECC TRIO Student Support Services program offers a... Read More.

CONCEALED CARRY COURSE OFFERED AT WVC SEPTEMBER 15-17

Tuesday, August 30 by Jc Tinsley

If you are interested in obtaining your Illinois Concealed Carry License, why not enroll in the next Concealed Carry course being offered by Illinois Eastern Community Colleges which will be offered at Wabash Valley College on Thursday and Friday nights, September 15 and 16,... Read More.

LOCAL LABOR UNIONS DONATE $25,000 GRANT AND LABOR TO United Methodist Children’s Home FOR ‘HEALTHY HOMES for HEALING HEARTS’ RENOVATION PROJECT

Tuesday, August 30 by Jc Tinsley

Please join us on Wednesday, August 31, 2016, at the IBEW Hall in West Frankfort at 10:00 AM for a check presentation to the United Methodist Children’s Home from Ed Smith, CEO of ULLICO, for $25,000. This grant will be used for providing materials... Read More.

Carmi Recreational Summer League holding fall tryouts for 2017 travel teams

Tuesday, August 30 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Recreational Summer League would like to announce tryouts for the 2017 CRSL All Star/Travel baseball and softball teams.CRSL 8u boys All Star Travel team will be coached by Josh Girten. Tryouts will be held Sunday September 11th from 4:30 to 6:30 and... Read More.