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State lawmakers prohibited from representing clients before the Illinois Property Tax Appeal Board

Monday, January 22 by Jc Tinsley

Gov. Bruce Rauner today issued an executive order declaring it impermissible for state legislators to represent clients before the Illinois Property Tax Appeal Board, which hears appeals of assessment decisions made in the state’s 102 counties.Calling the practice a “clear conflict of interest that... Read More.

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE REMOVES OVER 1.25 TONS OF ILLEGAL DRUGS FROM ILLINOIS ROADWAYS

Friday, January 19 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police (ISP) Director Leo. P. Schmitz announces that ISP criminal patrol operations were successful during 2017. Criminal patrol operations are aimed at safeguarding the public by increasing highway safety and reducing criminal activity on Illinois Interstate highways. During 2017, the ISP conducted... Read More.

State Rep. David Reis kicks off campaign for re-election

Monday, January 15 by Jc Tinsley

With the March Republican Primary rapidly approaching, State Representative David Reis (R-Ste. Marie) has kicked off his campaign for re-election as State Representative for the 109th Illinois House District.“It is an honor and privilege to serve as your voice in the Illinois General Assembly,”... Read More.

Illinois State Police Winter Weather Travel Advisory

Friday, January 12 by Jc Tinsley

With the prediction of falling temperatures and snow beginning tonight into the weekend, Illinois State Police (ISP) District 19 is reminding motorists to take the necessary precautions before getting behind the wheel.Vehicle safety is equally important to driving safely while on the roadways. “As... Read More.

State Fire Marshal Opens Applications for Small Equipment Grant Program

Tuesday, January 9 by Jc Tinsley

The Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) today announced the application is live for the Small Equipment Grant Program. All interested departments should send an application to OSFM no later than Feb. 28, 2018. The OSFM will award $2.2 million to eligible fire... Read More.

Illinois State Police District 19 announces December Activity and Enforcement

Friday, January 5 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police District 19 Commander, Captain Cory Ristvedt, announced today activity and enforcement figures for the month of December. Troopers in District 19, which includes Wabash, Edwards, Wayne, White, Hamilton, Saline, and Gallatin Counties, recorded 877 incidents during the month.Enforcement activity consisted of... Read More.

State of Illinois Announces Smart Street Lighting Vendors

Thursday, January 4 by Jc Tinsley

The State of Illinois today announced its intent to enter into a state master contract for Smart Street Lighting, following a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued in January 2017. The initiative was announced by Governor Rauner’s office, as part of... Read More.

10 CWCHS Seniors named Illinois State Scholars

Thursday, January 4 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi-White County High School Principal, Jarrod Newell, is pleased to announce that 10 students from the graduating class of 2018 have been recognized as Illinois State Scholars.The Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC), the state agency committed to helping to make college accessible and affordable... Read More.

Secretary of State Offices Closed for New Year’s Day

Friday, December 29 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced that all offices and Driver Services facilities open Monday to Friday will be closed on Monday, January 1st, while facilities open Tuesday to Saturday will be closed Saturday, December 30th, in observance of New Year’s Day.All office... Read More.

Secretary of State Offices Closed for Christmas

Friday, December 22 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced that all offices and facilities open Monday to Friday will be closed Friday, December 22nd and Monday, December 25th; while facilities open Tuesday to Saturday will be closed Saturday, December 23rd and Tuesday, December 26th, in observance... Read More.