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Jackson County sees lowest price for premium gas at $3.69 in week ending Feb. 7

ByG. A. WellsFeb 12, 2026

The cheapest per-gallon price for premium gas in Jackson County during the week ending Feb. 7 was $3.69 per gallon.


Steven Isoye State Board of Education Chairperson

Jackson County Education: 3,633 white students were enrolled in schools in 2024-25 school year

Students identifying as white accounted for 55.7% of enrollment in Jackson County public schools during the 2024-25 school year.
Carterville City Mayor Bradley Robinson

City of Carterville Street and Sidewalk Committee met Feb. 3

City of Carterville Street and Sidewalk Committee met Tuesday, Feb. 3
Justin Hammers, Chief of Operations at IDOC

Illinois Department of Corrections to release 1 inmate sentenced in Jackson County during week ending Feb. 14

There was one inmate who was sentenced in Jackson County and is set to be released from prison in the week ending Feb. 14.

Enrollment Analysis: Multiracial students comprised 8.2% of Jackson County’s student body in 2024-25 school year

ByP. A. FoxFeb 6, 2026

Students identifying as multiracial accounted for 8.2% of enrollment in Jackson County public schools during the 2024-25 school year.


Southern Illinois Salukis Men's Golf

Southern Illinois named preseason favorite in MVC men’s golf coaches poll

Southern Illinois has been selected as the preseason favorite in men’s golf by Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) head coaches.
Zachary Sage Executive Director VA Marion health care

Marion VA Health Care System to host enrollment fair for veterans in Evansville

The Marion VA Health Care System will hold a VA Enrollment and Benefits Fair at VFW Post 1114 in Evansville, Indiana.
Alecia Doyle and Kristin Edmonds

Who among former Carbondale Metro area high school stars will participate in events the week of Monday, Feb. 9?

These former Carbondale Metro area high school standouts are scheduled to compete the week starting Monday, Feb. 9.