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Tuesday, October 21, 2025

R. K. Witt News

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Forbes family endows scholarship for Saluki Softball in honor of coach Kay Brechtelsbauer

By R. K. Witt | Oct 17, 2025

John and Karyn Forbes have established a scholarship to support Southern Illinois University’s Saluki Softball program, honoring former head coach Kay Brechtelsbauer.

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De Schutter earns third MVC Golfer of the Week honor this season

By R. K. Witt | Oct 17, 2025

Anthony De Schutter has been named the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) Golfer of the Week for the third time this season and the fourth time in his career, according to an announcement from the conference on Friday.

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SIU cross country teams finish regular season at Angel Mounds Invitational

By R. K. Witt | Oct 17, 2025

The Southern Illinois University (SIU) cross country teams concluded their regular season at the Angel Mounds Invitational in Evansville, Indiana, on Friday.

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Southern Illinois men's basketball rallies past Austin Peay in exhibition opener

By R. K. Witt | Oct 17, 2025

Southern Illinois University's men's basketball team secured a win against Austin Peay in an exhibition game at Banterra Center on Friday.

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Southern Illinois swim teams sweep UIC but fall to Northwestern and Miami (OH

By R. K. Witt | Oct 12, 2025

Southern Illinois University's swim and dive teams had a full schedule over the weekend, competing on both Friday and Saturday.

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Transportation upgrades set for Illinois’ 58th District; Bryant addresses shutdown impact

By R. K. Witt | Oct 8, 2025

Major transportation projects are planned for Illinois’ 58th Senate District in 2026, with over $107 million allocated for road and bridge improvements.

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Cimera, Gallegos Gutierrez, Munkacsi-Nagy earn conference honors after strong opening meet

By R. K. Witt | Oct 8, 2025

Southern Illinois University’s swimming and diving program received recognition from the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) after its first meet of the 2025-26 season.

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Southern Illinois cross country athletes achieve personal bests at Live in Lou Classic

By R. K. Witt | Oct 4, 2025

The Southern Illinois Salukis men's and women's cross country teams competed at the Live in Lou Classic in Louisville, Kentucky, achieving several personal bests.

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Severin marks National Manufacturing Day with message to Illinois workers

By R. K. Witt | Oct 3, 2025

State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) has recognized National Manufacturing Day, highlighting the contributions of Illinois’ manufacturing sector.

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Senior health fairs in Marion and Carbondale attract hundreds

By R. K. Witt | Oct 2, 2025

Representatives Paul Jacobs (R-Pomona), Patrick Windhorst (R-Metropolis), and State Senator Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg) hosted free Senior Health Fairs in Marion and Carbondale this week.

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Southern Illinois football returns home to face Indiana State during Family Weekend

By R. K. Witt | Oct 1, 2025

The Southern Illinois University football team, ranked No. 10/11 nationally, will return to Saluki Stadium for the first time since August 30.

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Salukis break multiple program records at Mark Simpson Invitational

By R. K. Witt | Oct 1, 2025

Jaeseung Na set a new 18-hole record for Southern Illinois University during the Mark Simpson Invitational in Erie, Colorado, leading the team to break additional program records for lowest scores over 18, 36, and 54 holes.

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De Schutter aims for historic third straight win as Salukis head to Colorado

By R. K. Witt | Sep 28, 2025

Anthony De Schutter is set to lead the Southern Illinois men's golf team at the Mark Simpson Colorado Invitational on Monday, September 29, in Erie, Colorado.

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Rep. Dave Severin highlights outdoor recreation on National Hunting and Fishing Day

By R. K. Witt | Sep 27, 2025

State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) has recognized National Hunting and Fishing Day, highlighting the abundance of outdoor opportunities in southern Illinois.

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Rep. Severin announces literacy grants for three southern Illinois organizations

By R. K. Witt | Sep 26, 2025

State Representative Dave Severin has announced that three libraries in Illinois’ 116th District will receive new grant funding aimed at improving literacy.

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Marion Senior Fair connects local seniors with resources and elected officials

By R. K. Witt | Sep 24, 2025

State Representative Paul Jacobs, along with Representative Patrick Windhorst and Senator Dale Fowler, organized a free Senior Fair in Marion on Tuesday.

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Severin recognizes National Women’s Health and Fitness Day with public statement

By R. K. Witt | Sep 24, 2025

State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) has issued a statement in recognition of National Women’s Health and Fitness Day.

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Former Governor Jim Edgar remembered; new legislation proposed honoring Charlie Kirk

By R. K. Witt | Sep 23, 2025

Jim Edgar, the 38th Governor of Illinois who served from 1991 to 1999, passed away on September 14, 2025, after a battle with pancreatic cancer.

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Severin acknowledges surgical technologists during national recognition week

By R. K. Witt | Sep 22, 2025

State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) recognized the contributions of certified surgical technologists during National Surgical Technologists Week.

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Southern Illinois defeats UT Martin with dominant offensive and defensive showing

By R. K. Witt | Sep 13, 2025

The Southern Illinois University football team secured a 37-10 win against UT Martin on Saturday, improving its season record to 2-1.