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As black bear sightings spark interest in Southern Illinois, IDNR says keep a safe distance
CARBONDALE — Amid this heated political season, residents in Southern Illinois have found a unifying pastime: spotting black bears. “I love the dichotomy right now on my FB (Facebook) feeds. On one hand, major political drama. On the other, this bear is just doing bear things, just wandering around SIL (southern Illinois),” wrote Jessica Bradshaw, a Carbondale resident, echoing the sentiment of many social media posts shared across the region this week in response to numerous black bear sightings.
Thrillbillies dominate Bees in mercy-rule fashion
MARION — The Thrillville Thrillbillies scored in every inning they hit except the fifth inning in a dominant 13-1 win in seven innings over the Burlington Bees Wednesday night. The win is the first mercy-rule win for the Billies this year and improves their record to 29-20. Their second-half...
Back to School Expo providing free supplies to thousands this weekend
MARION — With the school year rapidly approaching, rising costs and busy schedules can make it difficult for families to find the time to make sure their child is prepared for school. The Southern Illinois Back to School Expo aims to bridge that gap. Taking place from 9 a.m....
Citizens address bubble zone repeal, peace ordinance at Carbondale city council
CARBONDALE — Carbondale citizens addressed action on two recent ordinances —one repealing bubble zones around health centers and the other establishing peace resolution against all wars — at Tuesday’s city council meeting. Isaac Ludington, a student at SIU law, said he spoke in support of establishing...
Decker takes reins as new Murphy girls soccer coach
MURPHYSBORO — Better known by most as one of Daryl Murphy’s assistant coaches in boys basketball the last 25 years, Matt Decker has been named the new girls soccer coach at Murphysboro High School. A Pinckneyville High School graduate (1994), Decker was the point guard for the Panthers...
Colt World Series begins Friday in Marion
MARION — A team from Prague in the Czech Republic and a team from Bay County, Michigan will be pitted against one another when the first pitch is thrown in the Colt World Series Friday morning at Mountain Dew Park. The international tournament brings teams from all around the...
Chapman Sworn In as Mt. Vernon’s Assistant Police Chief
MT. VERNON – Travis Chapman was sworn in Tuesday morning as Mt. Vernon’s Assistant Police Chief. According to Mt. Vernon Police Department Facebook post, Chapman is a 17-year veteran of the Mt. Vernon Police Department. Chapman is a U.S. Coast Guard rescue swimmer veteran, served as a police officer in Las Vegas for two years, has been a patrolman, field training officer, corporal, sergeant, and captain in the patrol division, internal affairs officer, firearms instructor, officer of the year, previous team leader on ILEAS WMD Special Response Team, and is the Team Commander for the Mt. Vernon Police Department/Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office High Risk Team.
Nashville broker named president of Retail Brokers Network
Joseph Valenti, a retail specialist with Nashville’s Centennial Retail Services, has assumed the role of president of the Retail Brokers Network after spending the last seven years serving the organization in various other volunteer capacities. RBN, which was established in 1992, is comprised of more than 60 independent offices...
Colt World Series Returns to Marion Friday
MARION – The excitement is building as PONY Baseball’s Colt World Series makes its grand return to Marion, bringing together some of the finest 16U baseball talent from around the globe. This year’s competition promises to be a thrilling showcase of skill, teamwork, and international camaraderie, featuring 10 exceptional teams. Representing local pride and global diversity, the lineup includes two regional teams, four national teams, and four international teams hailing from Nicaragua, the Czech Republic, Mexico, and Japan.
Illinois quick hits: Flood clean kits available; unclaimed property auction
Flood clean kits available Residents of Nashville, Illinois, will be able to collect cleanup kits from the American Red Cross this week to help with flooding recovery efforts. Last week, multiple inches of rain fell, leading to flash flooding in Nashville and the surrounding area. Local emergency officials warned of an imminent dam failure and evacuated over 200 residents. ...
Missing Carbondale Woman Could Be in Danger
CARBONDALE – Carbondale Police need you help finding a missing woman. Police say 20-year-old Mandy Pope of Carbondale was last seen in the 1000 block of East Walnut at about 4 p.m. Saturday. Pope is described as a white female, approximately 5’ tall, weighing 135 pounds. She has brown...
Duck Blind Lottery, Meeting Set for August 7 in West Frankfort
WEST FRANKFORT – The City of West Frankfort will be offering a chance to be able to obtain a lottery duck blind at the Old City Lake. To be eligible for the drawing you must be a current West Frankfort City water customer. According to the City of West...
Lawyer in the Library Day Saturday at Marion Carnegie Library
MARION – The inaugural Lawyer in the Library Day will be held at the Marion Carnegie Library on Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. This event will be walk-in appointments only, with walk-ins added to the appointment list until 3 p.m. Please bring paperwork that relates to your legal matter, if applicable.
SIU Carbondale’s Summer 2024 Enrollment Rises
CARBONDALE, Ill. – Following a strong fall and spring, Southern Illinois University Carbondale is enjoying increasing enrollment this summer, up about 3.4% from last year. “This great news is the result of the tireless efforts of many Salukis and the strategic planning outlined in Imagine 2030,” said Chancellor Austin A. Lane. “In recent years, we have improved access, removed barriers and promoted what SIU Carbondale has to offer. I am grateful for the diligence and dedication of our faculty and staff, our alumni and friends, members of our community and our students.”
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