17 Jun 2026

Commander’s visit to Rend Lake highlights partnerships, recreation, and regional impact

Col. Andy Pannier, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Louis District commander, visited Rend Lake to meet with project staff, recognize employees and partners, and highlight recreation, stewardship, and partnerships that support southern Illinois, June 12. The visit focused on Rend Lake’s area redevelopment mission and the economic impact that national events, recreation improvements, and community partnerships have on local communities.

23 May 2017

Franklin County and Jefferson County Sheriff Department’s Partner with the Army Corps of Engineers at Rend Lake

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Rend Lake, along with Jefferson County Sheriff Travis Allen and Franklin County Sheriff Don Jones established a framework of cooperation among the agencies when they signed a Memorandum of Understanding Wednesday, May 18, at Rend Lake.

10 Dec 2013

Rend Lake's 2013 Accessible Deer Hunt, a success

Cold rain fell on November 22 in the Dale Miller campsites of Rend Lake, Ill. It was the first day of firearm deer hunting in Illinois and supposed to be a weekend of hunting made more accessible for disabled hunters.