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Legislation Allowing Transfer of West Frankfort Armory Property to City Becomes Law
SPRINGFIELD – A new law facilitating the transfer of the West Frankfort Armory property to the city has been signed into law, thanks to legislation sponsored by a delegation of Southern Illinois lawmakers. House Bill 1672 allows the Department of Military Affairs to transfer the property and building known...
One dead after stabbing on East Sycamore
A Carbondale man is dead after a stabbing incident over the weekend. Carbondale Police report that Traeshonne D. Blythe, 31, died Saturday, July 20 after having been taken to the hospital emergency room. Police first received a report at 2:49 a.m. Saturday of a stabbing and a vehicle theft from...
JALC's baseball showcase draws potential recruits
CARTERVILLE — For John A. Logan College baseball head coach Kyle Surprenant, it's never too early to start thinking about future players he might want playing for him. Close to 60 high school baseball players from the graduating classes of 2025, 2026, and 2027 filled the Volunteers' baseball field in JALC's annual summer showcase.
Barrington injury a blow for Lions Hoops
Carterville High School senior point guard Drew Barrington tore the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his right knee when playing basketball at a tournament in Normal nearly a month ago. He will undergo surgery Monday in Indianapolis, according to Lions head coach Shane Hawkins. Barrington’s availability for next basketball season...
Marion Connects is finalist for Governor’s Hometown Award
MARION — Marion Connects members got a huge surprise when they learned the City of Marion nominated them for the Governor’s Hometown Award for Outstanding Volunteer Organization, according to Vice President and Event Coordinator Alisha Carruthers. According to illinois.gov, the award “gives formal recognition to those who contributed...
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CARBONDALE – At 10:48 p.m. July 19, Carbondale Police Department received a complaint about a male who was in possession of a handgun and threatened the manager of a store in the 500 block of East Main Street. That individual was not immediately located. At about 12:50 a.m. July...
As a scholar, he's charted the decline in religion. Now the church he pastors has closed its doors
They gathered one last time on Sunday — the handful of mostly elderly members of First Baptist Church in Mt. Vernon, Ill. The members, joined by well-wishers, said the Lord's Prayer, recited the Apostle's Creed and heard a biblical passage typically used at funerals, “To everything there is a season ... a time to be born, and a time to die.” They sang classic hymns — “Amazing Grace,” “It Is Well With My Soul” and, poignantly, “God Be With You Till We Meet Again.”
SIU hosts first LGBTQ+ Regional History Day
CARBONDALE — The LGBTQ Resource Center and Special Collections Research Center at SIU hosted the first-ever LGBTQ+ Regional History Day to gather print media and grow the collection of the Southern Illinois Queer Archive Friday, July 26. Juniper Oxford thought of the idea for the event shortly after beginning...
Marion Connects to host Patriot Festival benefiting Honor Flight
MARION — Marion Connects, a non-profit organization, will host its first Patriot Festival on Saturday, Aug. 3. Autumn Vinyard, co-chair of the Marion Fundraising Committee, said, “Marion Connects is all about bringing our community together.”
Carbondale addresses citizen concerns of door-to-door solicitors
CARBONDALE — The city of Carbondale reminds residents of the City Code regarding door-to-door solicitors following complaints about confusion. Carbondale approves solicitor permits for individuals following a criminal background check, but does not restrict permits based on the content of the products being sold or the company being represented.
SIU reports third straight semester of growth with summer enrollment
CARBONDALE — Southern Illinois University announced an enrollment increase for the Summer 2024 semester, marking the third straight semester of growth. SIU announced an enrollment of 5,025 students in the summer, an increase of 163 students from the previous year.
John A. Logan College to host a musical, a quilt show, and a concert
CARTERVILLE, IL — While July may be wrapping up, there's still a lot going on at John A. Logan College. First, the All-Southern Illinois High School Theater Project's production of "Schoolhouse Rock Live! JR" kicks off on July 25, with more shows to follow — click here to see the performance dates and times, which span this weekend and the next.
SIUC looking for volunteers to help students move in
CARBONDALE, Ill. (KFVS) - Southern Illinois University Carbondale is looking for volunteers to help students move in for the fall semester. They encouraged individuals and groups to sign up by August 8 to help on these dates and locations:. Sunday, Aug. 11 - early arrival students, select locations on campus,...
CHOICES to hold 50th anniversary gala
MEMPHIS – CHOICES Center for Reproductive Health will hold its fiftieth anniversary gala on Saturday, Oct. 26. The Memphis-based reproductive healthcare provider, opened a clinic in Carbondale not long after Roe v. Wade was overturned in 2022. “As we mark our golden anniversary, CHOICES is thrilled to celebrate five...
Boys and Girls Clubs of Southern Illinois reach fundraising goal to reopen
CARBONDALE, Ill. — The Boys and Girls Clubs of Southern Illinois has reached its initial fundraising goal to reopen the clubs in Carbondale and Marion, the organization announced on Wednesday. BGCSI's reopening campaign sought a goal of $200,000 to relaunch the clubs after closing last summer. The organization is...
Back to School Expo Saturday at The Pavilion in Marion
MARION – The Franklin-Williamson Positive Youth Development Action Team will host a free Back to School Expo at the Pavilion on Sioux Drive in Marion Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Carrie Eldridge is with University of Illinois Extension. She says the event will help parents get their...
Chancellor Lane is celebrating a boost in summer enrollment at SIU-Carbondale
Enrollment is up this summer at SIU-Carbondale. Chancellor Austin Lane says the number of students is up 3.4 percent from last year. Overall enrollment for summer 2024 is 5,025, 163 students more than last year. Lane says his office has focused on increasing summer enrollment for the past three years....
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