White County EMA receives grant from state agency

Wednesday, July 20 by Jc Tinsley

White County’s Emergency Management Agency is getting a shot in the arm as the recipient of one of 120 grants announced Tuesday by the Illinois Emergency Management Agency.White County will receive $14,197.65 as part of $4 million dollars awarded by the state agency. The... Read More.

Illinois Department of Public Health Safety Tips for Heat

Wednesday, July 20 by Jc Tinsley

With high temperatures expected over the next couple of days, Illinois Department of Public Health Director Nirav D. Shah, M.D., J.D. is urging Illinoisans to take preventive actions to avoid heat-related illness like heat exhaustion and heat stroke. “High heat and humidity can lead to... Read More.

CWCHS alum Winters named to All-America Softball Team for WVC

Wednesday, July 20 by Jc Tinsley

Wabash Valley College is pleased to announce that two athletes have been named to the 2016 NJCAA Division I All-America Teams. All-America selections are made by the NJCAA Division I Softball and NJCAA Division I Baseball Committees.Selected to the Third Team All-America Softball... Read More.

Stay Informed Through “IDOT in Motion”

Wednesday, July 20 by Jc Tinsley

With construction season in full swing this summer, the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) encourages you to sign up for the “IDOT in Motion” email subscription service to stay informed about projects in your area. “We are constantly striving to better connect with you, our... Read More.

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

Wednesday, July 20 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.

FMH FOUNDATION GOLF & FEAST ON THE FAIRWAY AUGUST 5TH

Wednesday, July 20 by Jc Tinsley

Fairfield Memorial Hospital Foundation is gearing up for their upcoming 12th Annual Golf Scramble & a “Feast on the Fairway” to be held on Friday, August 5. These events help to raise funds to support services, programs, and state-of-the-art medical equipment needs of the... Read More.

IECC Board of Trustees Meeting – 07-29-2016

Wednesday, July 20 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Eastern Community Colleges’ Board of Trustees approved two new policies at the regular meeting Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at Lincoln Trail College in Robinson. The Board approved a policy on the Prevention of Sexual Violence in Higher Education. This policy will ensure... Read More.

Super Saturday is back at RLC August 13

Wednesday, July 20 by Jc Tinsley

With less than a month before classes start, students can check off those last-minute items on their “to-do” list during Super Saturday. The annual event is scheduled for August 13 on Rend Lake College’s Ina campus.Students can visit a number of college offices from... Read More.

Carmi City Council has quick meeting to wrap up July

Wednesday, July 20 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi City Council met briefly on Tuesday evening for their second July meeting, but with no agenda items, wrapped up business in only four minutes.The Council approved the July 5th meeting minutes and unanimously approved the July financial reports and vendor invoices.Mayor Jeff... Read More.

Carmi Police make arrest Tuesday night

Wednesday, July 20 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Police Department arrested 42 year old Gary Perkins of Carmi on Tuesday for driving on a suspended license following a traffic stop.Perkins was pulled over at 9:29pm on Main Street at the middle school and taken into custody. Perkins was transported to... Read More.