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The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

Pastor Chris Marsh delivers opening prayer at State Capitol

On Tuesday, at the State Capitol, Pastor Chris Marsh of Ditney Ridge Baptist Church in Norris City was invited by 116th district State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) to offer the opening invocation prayer prior to the commencement of the House Session. The state-sponsored and funded website provided a video of Pastor Marsh's opening prayer. It should be noted that campaign-related posts, content, and comments are prohibited by ethics regulations on this platform.

Rep. Jacobs launches annual "Get in the Game" summer reading program

State Representative Paul Jacobs (R-Pomona) has announced the commencement of his annual summer reading program for incoming first through fourth-grade students in the 118th State Representative district.

680 Million allocated for highway, bridge projects in 116th District

State Representative Dave Severin has announced that his 116th district will receive over $680 million in highway and bridge construction and repair projects within the next five years. The announcement came after a meeting with Illinois Department of Transportation Secretary Omar Osman in Springfield to review IDOT’s Multi-Year Plan (MYP).

Q1 Recap: 1 parolee from Williamson County convicted of a financial crime or fraud set for supervised release

By Carbondale Reporter | May 13, 2024

There was one offender convicted of a financial crime or fraud living in Williamson County released on parole during the first quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Carbondale Reporter.

Severin acknowledges National Police Week's significance

By Carbondale Reporter | May 13, 2024

National Police Week is a time to honor the remarkable sacrifices and contributions of law enforcement officers across the United States. This event provides an opportunity to express gratitude to all police officers for their continued dedication to ensuring the safety of our communities.

Jackson County residents pay $457,116 in County School Facility Tax in February

In February, Jackson County saw a decrease in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Q1 Recap: 3 parolees from Williamson County convicted of crimes involving weapons set for supervised release

There were three offenders convicted of crimes involving weapons living in Williamson County released on parole during the first quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Carbondale Reporter.

Williamson County County Education: 721 multiracial students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

In the 2021-22 school year, 7.4% of students enrolled in Williamson County County school districts identified as multiracial.

Which former Carbondale Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 13?

This former Carbondale Reporter area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon May 13.

Q1 Recap: 4 parolees from Jackson County convicted of crimes involving weapons set for supervised release

There were four offenders convicted of crimes involving weapons living in Jackson County released on parole during the first quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Carbondale Reporter.

How many lawyers in good standing were practicing law in cities within Williamson County as of April?

Cities within Williamson County recorded 12 lawyers in good standing to practice law as of April.

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Carbondale Reporter area weekly mass times

The following parishes in the Carbondale Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

There were 411 multiracial students enrolled in Jackson County County schools in 2021-22 school year