Illinois Historic Preservation Agency adds memorial to Purple Heart recipients

Tuesday, August 9 by Jc Tinsley

A new memorial to recipients of the Purple Heart medal opened Sunday in the collection of military monuments operated by the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency. The official dedication took place on national Purple Heart Day in Springfield’s Oak Ridge Cemetery.The memorial honors all Illinois recipients of... Read More.

Danny Wade to speak at the next Hope Center “Feed The Family”

Tuesday, August 9 by Jc Tinsley

The Hope Center’s next “Feed the Family” will be August 20th. This month will mark the 136th consecutive month of passing out food at the Hope Center. The Hope Center will also have a very special guest speaker this month coming from Memphis TN, Vietnam... Read More.

Upcoming Events at SIC

Tuesday, August 9 by Jc Tinsley

The Barb Allen: Stories on Canvas art show is on display now - September 9 in Southeastern Illinois College’s George T. Dennis Visual & Performing Arts Center Art Gallery. Gallery hours are Monday-Thursday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. when SIC is in session. A reception will... Read More.

Sheriff’s Department investigates thefts, arson cases over weekend

Monday, August 8 by Jc Tinsley

Just after noon on Friday, Jennifer Wyant of Grayville reported to the White County Sheriff’s Department that sometime between July 1 and August 5th, someone had set fire to a mobile home she owned at the Flota lease on County Road 550 East. Wyant... Read More.

Carmi Police have busy weekend, make several arrests

Monday, August 8 by Jc Tinsley

35 year old Andrew J McKenzie of Carmi was arrested by Carmi Police following a traffic stop at 3:16pm Friday. McKenzie was pulled over at the intersection of 7th and Smith Streets and taken into custody for not having a valid driver’s license. McKenzie... Read More.

Hamilton County Chamber Announces “Music in the Park” Summer Music Series Friday, August 12th with Perry Case and Sons

Monday, August 8 by Jc Tinsley

The Hamilton County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the "Music in the Park" summer music series. McLeansboro native Perry Case is set to perform August 12 from 6-8 p.m.Music with a message is Perry’s main focus. He loves to write and perform... Read More.

Indiana students in designated counties eligible for reduced tuition rate at WVC

Monday, August 8 by Jc Tinsley

Wabash Valley College is pleased to announce that Indiana students in designated counties may attend Wabash Valley College located in Mt. Carmel, IL, at the reduced tuition rate of $120.00 per credit hour for out-of-state tuition. Students living in one of the following counties... Read More.

WVC ANNOUNCES EVENING REGISTRATION FOR FALL SEMESTER

Monday, August 8 by Jc Tinsley

Wabash Valley College is pleased to announce that Evening Registration will be held on Wednesday, August 17 and Monday, August 22, from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. to accommodate students who cannot register during the day. Registration will be held in Student Services, located in... Read More.

RLC Foundation Children’s Center hosting ribbon-cutting for addition

Monday, August 8 by Jc Tinsley

After several generous donations and six months of construction, the Rend Lake College Foundation (RLCF) will unveil the new Children’s Center’s Skill Development Room during a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house next month.The ceremony will begin on location at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 11.... Read More.

McLeansboro, Raleigh kids among 2016 Cream of the Crop Photo Winners

Monday, August 8 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs today announced the winners of the 2016 Cream of the Crop Photo Contest. The annual contest encourages young photographers to share their vision of agriculture in our state. “The imagination of our children never fails to amaze and is clearly... Read More.