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How many companies in cities across Jackson County received FDA citations in Q2?

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 26, 2024

There was one company in a city associated with Jackson County that received FDA citations as a result of one inspection conducted in the county over the second quarter of 2024, according to reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

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Reps. Jacobs and Windhorst host successful summer reading club night

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 26, 2024

State Representatives Patrick Windhorst and Paul Jacobs hosted their annual Summer Reading Club “Night at the Ballpark” on Thursday, July 25, at Mountain Dew Park in Marion. The event coincided with a Thrillville Thrillbillies game and celebrated the efforts of incoming 1st through 4th grade students who read eight books over their summer vacation.

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Teacher retention rate in Jackson County: 89.2% stay put

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 25, 2024

With an average salary of $60,000, 89.2% of teachers remain on their positions in Jackson County schools, according to the 2023 three-year average.

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Five SIU golfers named to GCAA scholar list

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 25, 2024

The Golf Coaches Association of America announced its Cobalt Golf All-America Scholar Athletes on Thursday, featuring five Salukis.

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Hire a Veteran Day encourages employers to consider veterans for job openings

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 25, 2024

July 25th is Hire a Veteran Day. This day reminds employers to consider the brave men and women who have served our nation to fill their open positions.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Williamson County in week ending July 20?

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 24, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Rep. Severin hosts celebration for summer reading program members

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 24, 2024

State Representative Dave Severin will host a special night for members of his "Oceans of Possibility" 2024 Summer Reading Club on Tuesday, August 6, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Mt. Vernon Aquatic Zoo. Rep. Severin has provided details for parents and guardians in advance of the event.

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Rep. Jacobs commemorates Amelia Earhart Day at Springfield Municipal Airport

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 24, 2024

Rep. Jacobs marks Amelia Earhart Day

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Rep. Mike Bost responds to Israeli PM Netanyahu's congressional address

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 24, 2024

U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) released a statement following Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s address to a joint session of Congress today.

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Rep. Severin and Sen. Bryant host Mt. Vernon senior fair

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 24, 2024

State Senator Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) and State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) will host a free senior citizens health and wellness fair in Mt. Vernon on Monday, July 29, at the Rolland Lewis Building from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Williamson County in week ending July 20?

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 24, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Williamson County cities: 2 companies received FDA inspections in Q2

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 23, 2024

There were two companies in cities associated with Williamson County that received two FDA inspections in the second quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Illinois passes bill easing licensing process for cosmetology teachers

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 23, 2024

State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) announced that legislation he sponsored during the spring session of the Illinois House of Representatives, aimed at reducing bureaucratic hurdles for cosmetology and esthetician teachers seeking specialty endorsements, has been signed into law.

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Bost comments on Secret Service director's resignation after Trump assassination attempt

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 23, 2024

U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) released a statement today regarding U.S. Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle’s resignation following the assassination attempt against President Trump.

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College students in Jackson County received $5,447,086 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 23, 2024

Jackson County's only university paid $5,447,086 in athletically related financial aid in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

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1 company in a city within Johnson County received one inspection in Q2

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 23, 2024

There was one company in a city associated with Johnson County that received an FDA inspection in the second quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Jackson County's basketball teams receive $4,017,755 in 2023

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 23, 2024

Jackson County's basketball collegiate teams received $4,017,755 in funding for the 2023 season.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Williamson County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending July 20

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 22, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Jackson County had the cheapest E15 gas in week ending July 20

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 22, 2024

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Jackson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Southern Illinois University announces inductees into Saluki Hall of Fame Class of 2024

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 22, 2024

The Southern Illinois University Department of Athletics announced its 2024 Saluki Hall of Fame class today. The distinguished class will be formally inducted in a ceremony on Friday, Oct. 11, and then make public appearances during Homecoming festivities on Saturday, Oct. 12.