Don't miss the CEO Trade Show happening on April 21st, from 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM. Organized by local high school students enrolled in the CEO class, this event promises to showcase their innovative ideas and entrepreneurial spirit. The CEO class is a unique high school course that meets five days a week for 90 minutes each day. Led by a dedicated Facilitator, students are encouraged to think creatively and adapt to changes in their learning environment.

Olney Central College freshman Jorri VanDyke was seated as the new Student Trustee for Illinois Eastern Community Colleges during the Board of Trustees meeting on April 16. Elected by the OCC student body on March 19, VanDyke is eager to represent students across the district, giving them a voice in the decision-making process. “I am excited and looking forward to this opportunity,” VanDyke said. “It’s a great way to be informed about what is going on in the district. As student trustee, I want to help bridge the gap between students, administration and the board.”

Lincoln Trail College’s Spring Jazz Band Concert will take place on Tuesday, April 30 at 7 p.m. at the Zwermann Arts Center Theater. The Lincoln Trail College Pep Band will open the concert with “Instant Concert” with bits of 30 familiar tunes played in three minutes. They will also play a medley of well-known spirituals and a rousing march. The LTC Jazz Band will join the Pep Band for a special arrangement by Allan Horney of “My Funny Valentine” with Yvonne Newlin on vocals.

Lincoln Trail College’s Spring Choral Concert: Land, Sea, and Sky will take place on Friday, April 26 at 7 p.m. at the Zwermann Arts Center Theater. The concert will feature the Lincoln Trail College Community Choir, Camerata, and the Singing Seniors, under the direction of John McCarty and Brenda Harris with Yvonne Newlin and Harris on piano.

Lincoln Trail College is preparing for two Children’s Summer Theater productions this June.   Disney and Pixar’s Finding Nemo KIDS is scheduled for children entering 1st – entering 5th grade, meeting weekdays from May 28th – June 28th from 9 a.m.-11 am. Show times will be June 27th and 28th at 7 p.m.  

Lincoln Trail College students and employees took part in a once-in-a-lifetime event with the April 8 total solar eclipse. While the day was an online learning day, there was still no shortage of activity on the campus, which was in the path of totality. The Statesmen Grill offered an eclipse-themed menu. LTC offered eclipse-themed snacks during the event and also played eclipse-themed music.

Olney Central College’s Music Department will host its Contemporary Music Ensembles and Brass Band Concert on April 10, while the Big Band and Concert/Community Band will perform on April 24. Both performances will begin at 7 p.m. in the Dr. John D. Stull Performing Arts Center. The Contemporary Music Ensembles will feature two separate bands under the direction of adjunct faculty Josh Moats and Trevor Parrent, both OCC graduates.

Two representatives from BWX Technologies’ Mt. Vernon, Ind. location visited Lincoln Trail College’s welding program to talk with students and make a donation.  Josh Duncan and Jared Smith talked to students about BWXT work environment. The company does Naval nuclear work, powering submarines and aircraft carriers. They also design and fabricate specialty nuclear and non-nuclear components for United States government, commercial, and university locations. 

By Bryce Thompson After a few exciting days in Casper, WY at the NCJAA Division l Women's Basketball Championship, the Lady Warriors have done what no Lady Warriors team in program history has done! For the first time in program history, the Lady Warriors have reached the NJCAA Final Four! In order to get to the Final Four, the Lady Warriors had to defeat the (18)Dogde Ciity Community College Lady Conquistadors in the second round as Wabash Valley had a first round bye as they were awarded the two seed in the tournament.

Tonight! Our Lady Warriors will be opening the NJCAA tournament in Casper, WY at 8pm CST. To watch, tune into ESPN+ or listen on 89.1 The Bash