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FOIA request sent to Jackson County Sheriff's Office regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 29, 2025

FOIA Request to Jackson County Sheriff's Office regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025.

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Rep. Dave Severin celebrates National Waterpark Day and announces summer reading event

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 28, 2025

State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) marked National Waterpark Day by highlighting the enjoyment waterparks provide to communities throughout Illinois.

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Terri Bryant issues statement following fatal Mount Vernon shooting

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 27, 2025

Illinois State Senator Terri Bryant addressed the public on July 27, 2025, after a shooting incident in Mount Vernon left two dead and several injured.

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Terri Bryant discusses mining event participation and responds to Mount Vernon tragedy

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 27, 2025

Illinois State Senator Terri Bryant posted about her involvement at a mining industry event with fellow lawmakers on July 26-27, thanked parade volunteers enduring summer heat across Southern Illinois towns, and issued condolences after a fatal...

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Paul Jacobs addresses IMI on legislative efforts for southern Illinois

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 26, 2025

State Representative Paul Jacobs addressed the Illinois Mining Institute (IMI) at their annual meeting in Marion, Illinois.

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Rep Severin's summer reading club deadline set for July 25

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 23, 2025

State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) is reminding students from first to fourth grade about the approaching deadline for the summer reading club.

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Southern Illinois Republicans push to repeal state's green new deal law

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 22, 2025

Amid growing concerns over electricity costs in Southern Illinois, three state representatives have introduced legislation aimed at repealing the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA).

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Illinois faces electricity rate hikes amid political debate

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 21, 2025

Earlier this year, Ameren and ComEd announced significant increases in summer electricity rates.

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Southern Illinois football ranked sixth; twelve players make preseason watch list

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 21, 2025

Southern Illinois has been ranked sixth in the Missouri Valley Football Conference preseason poll, as announced by the league on Monday.

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Ryan McClaran joins Southern Illinois Salukis as pitching coach

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 19, 2025

Southern Illinois University's baseball team has announced a new addition to its coaching staff.

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Marion & St. Louis VA host resource fair for veterans at Du Quoin Fairgrounds

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 18, 2025

Marion, IL — The Marion and St. Louis VA Health Care Systems will host a joint Veteran Resource Fair on July 25 at the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds' 2nd Heat Annex.

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Saluki Athletics announces Hall of Fame class for induction

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 17, 2025

The Southern Illinois University Department of Athletics has announced its 2025 Saluki Hall of Fame class.

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Rep. Windhorst celebrates National Hot Dog Day with public message

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 17, 2025

State Rep. Patrick Windhorst marked National Hot Dog Day with a celebratory message, acknowledging the iconic American food.

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SIH hosts Baby's Best Start Fair for new parents

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 17, 2025

Southern Illinois Healthcare (SIH) and the SIH Memorial Hospital of Carbondale Birthing Center are organizing the 2025 Baby's Best Start Fair.

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Windhorst and Jacobs host reading club night at Marion ballpark

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 17, 2025

State Representatives Patrick Windhorst and Paul Jacobs recently hosted their annual Summer Reading Club Night at Mountain Dew Park in Marion.

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Saluki Athletics announces basketball meet & greet event on July 24

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 14, 2025

Saluki Athletics will host its fifth annual Saluki Basketball Meet & Greet on Thursday, July 24, from 5-6 p.m. at the Banterra Center in Carbondale, Illinois.

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Severin opposes halfway house proposal in Enfield during radio interview

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 14, 2025

This morning, Representative Dave Severin appeared on the Newsradio WJPF Morning Newswatch with Tom Miller.

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Rep. Severin celebrates National Ice Cream Month, encourages supporting local shops

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 11, 2025

State Rep. Dave Severin is acknowledging National Ice Cream Month with a message to the public.

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Rep. Severin issues statement on Chronic Disease Awareness Day

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 10, 2025

State Representative Dave Severin has released a statement in recognition of Chronic Disease Awareness Day.

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Williamson County: 24.4% of income comes from government transfers, ranking 44th in Illinois

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 10, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 24.4% of income in Williamson County—ranking it 44th most dependent among Illinois counties.