Carbondale Reporter

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Williamson County taxpayers give $909,070 in County School Facility Tax in June

In June, Williamson County saw an increase in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Southern Illinois triumphs over Austin Peay with strong rushing attack

Southern Illinois rushed for 213 yards on offense, and the defense picked up eight sacks en route to a 31-17 victory over Austin Peay on Saturday night.

Eastern Illinois sweeps Southern Illinois in final match of Saluki Bash

Southern Illinois Women's Volleyball concluded its participation in the Saluki Bash with a 3-0 loss to Eastern Illinois on Saturday at the Banterra Center in Carbondale.

Southern Illinois University women's soccer hosts Lindenwood

The Southern Illinois University women's soccer team is set to host Lindenwood on Sunday, Sept. 8 at 1 p.m. in Carbondale, Ill.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Williamson County in week ending Aug. 31?

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Jackson County in week ending Aug. 31?

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Jackson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

State Representative Paul Jacobs: Instead of helping businesses thrive, Democrats heap on the regulations'

State Representative Paul Jacobs commented on a new law that will prevent hotels from stocking rooms with single-use toiletries, saying, "Illinois businesses, especially in the hospitality industry, are still struggling to recover from pandemic losses," in a Sept. 4 Facebook post.

Cheapest diesel in cities across Jackson County in week ending Aug. 31

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Jackson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Southern Illinois splits opening matches at Saluki Bash

Southern Illinois Women's Volleyball team concluded the first day of the Saluki Bash with a split outcome, losing to Jackson State and securing a narrow victory over Memphis. The Salukis will face Eastern Illinois in their final match on Saturday.

3 gas stations in cities throughout Williamson County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Aug. 31

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at three gas stations in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Severin celebrates National Read a Book Day with LIFE initiative

Today marks National Read a Book Day. As the House Republicans lead of the Literacy Improves Future Endeavors (LIFE) working group, Representative Severin encourages everyone to engage in reading.

Cheapest premium gas in cities across Jackson County in week ending Aug. 31

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Jackson County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Southern Illinois hosts Saluki Bash volleyball tournament this weekend

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 5, 2024

Southern Illinois Women's Volleyball will host the Saluki Bash starting Friday, September 6, aiming to maintain their strong start. The tournament features Eastern Illinois, Jackson State, and Memphis, with three neutral-site games in a round-robin format.

Schlicklin scores twice as SIU defeats North Alabama

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 5, 2024

The Southern Illinois University women's soccer team (3-1-2) defeated the Lions of North Alabama, 3-1, on Thursday night.

Town hall addresses impact of deer overpopulation on Illinois agriculture

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 5, 2024

More than 125 concerned farmers, hunters, and conservationists gathered during a town hall event in Mount Vernon hosted by State Senator Terri Bryant, State Representative Dave Severin, the Illinois Farm Bureau, and the Illinois Department of Natural Resources on Thursday. The meeting addressed issues related to the overpopulation of deer damaging agricultural land in southern central Illinois.

Carbondale residents rank 62nd in total sales taxes paid in Illinois for June

Carbondale residents paid $1.4 million in sales taxes, ranking 62nd in total sales taxes paid per municipality in June.

Rep. Paul Jacobs earns perfect rating from Technology & Manufacturing Association

State Rep. Paul Jacobs (R-Pomona) has received a 100% voting record designation from the Technology & Manufacturing Association (TMA), according to the association's 2023 Legislative Scorecard. Jacobs expressed gratitude towards TMA for its efforts in supporting employers across Illinois.

Illinois Supreme Court blocks candidate slating law ahead of elections

The Illinois Supreme Court recently upheld a lower court's ruling that blocked Senate Bill 2412, a controversial law signed by Governor Pritzker in May. The bill aimed to halt the practice of slating candidates to fill ballot vacancies for the current election cycle, even as candidates were already collecting petition signatures and rearranging their lives to run for office. Republican lawmakers criticized the bill as an attempt to benefit Democratic incumbents and reduce voter choice in the upcoming election.

Salukis to host North Alabama in women's soccer match Thursday