Carbondale Reporter

U.S. Representative Mike Bost has raised concerns with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) regarding the decision to fully drain Little Grassy Lake, affecting recreational access in Williamson and Jackson counties.

State Fire Marshal offers $5 million grants for fire station projects

Local fire departments aiming to rehabilitate or construct new fire stations have the opportunity to apply for $5 million in grant funding.

Murphysboro HS highlights educational stats and challenges in recent tweets

Murphysboro High School shared tweets on December 10th detailing significant educational data related to salaries and demographics in Illinois schools along with addressing teacher shortages affecting many districts including their own -...

Murphysboro HS shares updates about school district's operations and demographics

Murphysboro High School has posted several tweets highlighting key statistics and facts about their school district.

Illinois lawmakers call for urgent action on prison drug crisis

Illinois Senate Republicans are urging Governor JB Pritzker to take swift action in addressing the influx of illicit drugs into state correctional facilities.

Fire station construction grants now accepting applications from local departments

Local fire departments aiming to construct or renovate their stations have an opportunity to apply for grant funding.

U.S. Rep. Mike Bost: 'Many Southern Illinoisans are feeling hurt and angered this week'

U.S. Representative Mike Bost expressed public discontent regarding the decision to drain Little Grassy Lake in a Facebook post dated December 6.

Carbondale residents rank 57th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois for September

Carbondale residents paid $1.5 million in sales taxes, ranking 57th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in September.

Unity Point Community Consolidated School District 140: How many students met or exceeded expectations in Math in 2022-23 school year?

In the 2022-23 school year, 31.4% of the students in Unity Point Community Consolidated School District 140 passed the Math portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

City of Genoa Economic Development Commission will meet December 10

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Dec 9, 2024

City of Genoa Economic Development Commission will meet at 9 a.m. Tuesday, December 10

City of Marion City Council met Nov. 12

City of Marion City Council met Tuesday, Nov. 12

City of Carbondale Local Liquor Control Commission and City Council met Nov. 12

City of Carbondale Local Liquor Control Commission and City Council met Tuesday, Nov. 12

City of Carbondale Local Liquor Control Commission and City Council met Nov. 12

City of Carbondale Local Liquor Control Commission and City Council met Tuesday, Nov. 12

Murphysboro HS shares updates on events and education statistics

Murphysboro High School provides updates via Twitter on upcoming events such as their Mini Devil Dazzler Christmas Dance Clinic along with statistical insights into educational salaries and staffing challenges across Illinois.

Corruption cases highlight need for reform on International Anti-Corruption Day

Countries worldwide observe International Anti-Corruption Day on December 9, a day established by the United Nations in 2003 to raise awareness about corruption's impacts and emphasize the importance of combating it.

Veterans Health Administration launches new call line for Indiana veterans

The Veterans Health Administration has announced the introduction of the One Indiana Call Line, a new resource designed to assist Indiana veterans, Veteran Services Organizations, and Congressional offices.

Mike Bost confirmed for another term as Veterans' Affairs Committee Chairman

U.S. Representative Mike Bost has been confirmed by the House Republican Conference to serve another two-year term as chairman of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs.

Global community marks International Anti-Corruption Day focusing on youth involvement

Countries worldwide observe International Anti-Corruption Day on December 9, promoting awareness about corruption's impact and the importance of opposing it.

City of Marion City Council met Dec. 9