The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) has announced over $15 million in grant funding to 33 organizations across the state for the Job Training and Economic Development Program (JTED). The program provides workforce training and wrap-around services to help bolster workforce recovery for Illinoisans struggling to gain meaningful employment. According to DCEO statistics, the Illinois Eastern Community College District #529 which serves Lawrence and surrounding counties in southeastern Illinois is in line to get $547,853 in money to help increase employment among workers and industries hard hit by COVID-19.
Preschool screenings coming up for Lawrence Unit #20
LCMH to add new services
BMV warns of scam, more deceptive messages
St Francisville dealing with multiple issues
Lawrence County seeking I.D.C. Director
Tate to drop withdraw of guilty pleas
Wind Advisory issued for region
Authorities arrest two in Lawrence County
Sumner to get grant for water system expansion
Knox County man sentenced to prison
Flooding impacting an area local utility, flood-prone homes to be disconnected
Embarras River Flood Warning extended
EIU Super-Sectional game audio: Lawrenceville 48, LeRoy 26 (original air date March 9, 2026)
Lawrence County authorities make three weekend arrests
IDHS focuses on raising awareness during Severe Weather Preparedness Week, March 8-14
Edward Charles Ballinger, 65, Vincennes
Rose named to Illinois Senate leadership team
