RLC highlighting programs during CTE month with video competition

Thursday, February 1 by Jc Tinsley

Students enrolled in many of Rend Lake College’s Career Technical Education (CTE) programs will have the chance to show off their skills and compete for a reward and bragging rights throughout the month with a new video competition.The competition will begin tomorrow, February 2,... Read More.

Saline Co. Sheriff’s Office arrest report

Thursday, February 1 by Jc Tinsley

The Saline County Sheriff’s Office arrested the following:On January 30th: David V. Rector 61, of McLeansboro, on a warrant for Deceptive Practice. He remains in the Saline County Detention Center.On January 31st: Robert D. Reynolds, 22, of Flora, on a warrant for... Read More.

Two women sentenced in White County Court Wednesday

Thursday, February 1 by Jc Tinsley

Two women were sentenced in White County Court Wednesday to IDOC custody according to States Attorney Denton Aud.48 year old Gina D Cox of Marion, Kentucky was sentenced to four and a half years in prison on a charge of forgery. In addition, Judge... Read More.

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Carmi Police make two arrests over noon hour Wednesday

Thursday, February 1 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police responded to a call from Carmi-White County High School just after noon Wednesday about an incident that occurred in the auditorium. A 17 year old male juvenile was arrested on charges of disorderly conduct and aggravated assault of a 16 year old... Read More.

IEMA Encourages People to Prepare for Earthquakes

Thursday, February 1 by Jc Tinsley

Some of the largest earthquakes ever recorded in North America rocked the mostly rural central U.S. between December 1811 and February 1812, including parts of southern Illinois. The strongest earthquakes in this series were estimated to be around magnitude 8.0, and were felt as... Read More.

State of Illinois Releases Blockchain Task Force Report

Thursday, February 1 by Jc Tinsley

The first official government report in Illinois on blockchain is being released today on the use and opportunities available through blockchain and distributed technologies in the public arena. The Illinois Blockchain Task Force, consisting of appointed members of the General Assembly, as well as... Read More.

ISP District 19 announces Superbowl weekend enforcement plans

Thursday, February 1 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police (ISP) District 19 Commander, Captain Cory Ristvedt, announces additional enforcement plans for the upcoming Super Bowl Weekend. ISP Troopers will strictly enforce FATAL 4 moving violations, which include: DUI, Speeding, Distracted Driving, and Seat Belt compliance. Additional emphasis will be placed... Read More.

State Representative David Reis announces traveling office hours

Thursday, February 1 by Jc Tinsley

State Representative David Reis would like to announce traveling office hours, where he or a member of the Representative’s Staff will be available in your community to address any constituent concerns on Wednesday February 7th, 2018. Traveling Office Hours for Wednesday February 7th Enfield Village Hall 115... Read More.

Statement from Speaker Madigan after State of the State address

Thursday, February 1 by Jc Tinsley

House Speaker Michael J. Madigan issued the following statement Wednesday:“As he has done throughout his administration, Governor Rauner chooses to blame others for the challenges facing our state on his watch instead of being the leader he was elected to be. If the governor... Read More.

Righter: Keeping the next generation in Illinois is key

Thursday, February 1 by Jc Tinsley

State Sen. Dale Righter (R-Mattoon) issued the following reaction in response to Gov. Bruce Rauner’s State of the State Address Jan. 31.“A key problem is good families and hardworking and talented people are moving out of Illinois at a record pace and moving to... Read More.