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1 gas station in cities throughout Williamson County had the cheapest E15 gas in week ending June 7

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 13, 2025

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Rep. Jacobs calls for ethics reform following Madigan's sentencing

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 13, 2025

State Representative Paul Jacobs has commented on the sentencing of former House Speaker Michael J. Madigan.

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Madigan sentenced amid calls for ethics reform

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 13, 2025

On Friday, former Illinois House Speaker Michael J. Madigan was sentenced to 7.5 years in prison, followed by three years of probation and a $2.5 million fine.

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11 inmates sentenced in Jackson County to be released in Q3

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 12, 2025

The Illinois Department of Corrections is set to release 11 inmates who were sentenced to state prison in Jackson County during the third quarter of 2025.

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4 inmates sentenced in Jackson County to be released in July

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 12, 2025

There are four inmates sentenced in Jackson County set to be released from jail in July.

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Marion responsible for 27th-highest sales tax revenue per muncipality in Illinois during April

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 12, 2025

Marion residents paid approximately $2.5 million in sales taxes, the 27th highest total paid per municipality in April.

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How many white students were enrolled in Williamson County schools in 2023-24 school year?

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 12, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 80.8% of students enrolled in Williamson County schools identified as white.

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Analysis: Elverado Community Unit School District 196 administrators rank 21st lowest in state for average salary in 2024

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 10, 2025

Administrators in Elverado Community Unit School District 196 earn an average of $77,639 per year, ranking 21st lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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FOIA request sent to Jackson County regarding tax relief requests for veterans on June 10, 2025

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 10, 2025

FOIA Request to Jackson County regarding tax relief requests for a veteran with disabilities on June 10, 2025.

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Illinois General Assembly passes record-breaking budget with significant tax increases

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 10, 2025

Governor J.B. Pritzker's spending plan, which includes nearly one billion dollars in tax increases and financial strategies, has passed the General Assembly as of May 31.

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FOIA request sent to Williamson County regarding tax relief requests for veterans on June 10, 2025

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 10, 2025

FOIA Request to Williamson County regarding tax relief requests for a veteran with disabilities on June 10, 2025.

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How many H-1B petitions approved for employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry in Carbondale Reporter publication area during 2024?

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 9, 2025

In 2024, 100% of H-1B petitions filed by Health Care and Social Assistance employers across Carbondale Reporter publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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2024: Trico Community Unit School District 176 administrators rank 37th lowest in state for average salary

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 9, 2025

Administrators in Trico Community Unit School District 176 earn an average of $82,377 per year, ranking 37th lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Williamson County in week ending May 31?

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 9, 2025

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

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Crab Orchard Community Unit School District 3 administrators rank 48th lowest in state for average salary in 2024

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 9, 2025

Administrators in Crab Orchard Community Unit School District 3 earn an average of $84,164 per year, ranking 48th lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Men's Health Week promotes awareness for men's well-being

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 9, 2025

Men's Health Week serves as a reminder to focus on improving health in various aspects, including physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Jackson County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending May 31

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 8, 2025

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

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Analysis: DeSoto Consolidated School District 86 administrators rank 83rd lowest in state for average salary in 2024

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 7, 2025

Administrators in DeSoto Consolidated School District 86 earn an average of $88,500 per year, ranking 83rd lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Carbondale Reporter area weekly mass times

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 7, 2025

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

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Williamson County in week ending May 31?

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 7, 2025

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