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Paul Jacobs votes against green energy bill citing rate concerns

By M. A. Okeefe | Oct 30, 2025

Representative Paul Jacobs (R-Pomona) voted against Senate Bill 25, a green energy measure that passed the Illinois House without Republican support and now awaits the governor's signature. “Under the guise of ‘green energy,’ Illinoisans will see...

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Southern Illinois cross country prepares for MVC Championships at Angel Mounds

By C. S. Mcdowell | Oct 30, 2025

The Southern Illinois University Salukis men's and women's cross country teams are set to compete in the 2025 Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) Championships on Friday at the Angel Mounds Historic Site in Evansville, Indiana.

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City of Carbondale Planning Commission met Oct. 29

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 29, 2025

City of Carbondale Planning Commission met Wednesday, Oct. 29.

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Southern Illinois men's golf finishes eighth at Ka'anapali Classic

By C. S. Mcdowell | Oct 29, 2025

The Southern Illinois Salukis men's golf team completed the Ka'anapali Classic in Lahaina, Hawaii, finishing 8th overall with a 25-under-par team score.

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Severin votes against SB 25 citing concerns over rising electricity costs

By R. K. Witt | Oct 29, 2025

State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) voted against SB 25, a bill he says will raise electricity costs for southern Illinois residents.

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Who from Carbondale Metro area’s former high school athletes will participate in games on Saturday, Nov. 1?

By K. N. Downing | Oct 29, 2025

Saturday, Nov. 1 will see these former Carbondale Metro area high school stars in competition.

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Saluki community honors legendary coach Richard “Itchy” Jones with stadium ceremony

By R. K. Witt | Oct 28, 2025

Family, friends, and former players gathered at Itchy Jones Stadium in Carbondale on Saturday to remember Richard "Itchy" Jones, the longtime Southern Illinois University (SIU) baseball coach who died on February 17, 2025.

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City of Carbondale City Council met Oct. 28

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 28, 2025

City of Carbondale City Council met Tuesday, Oct. 28.

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City of Genoa Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Committee met Oct. 28

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 28, 2025

City of Genoa Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Committee met Tuesday, Oct. 28.

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Southern Illinois football prepares for road game against Murray State after homecoming win

By M. A. Okeefe | Oct 28, 2025

After a 31-17 victory over Northern Iowa during Homecoming, the Southern Illinois University football team, currently ranked No. 16/17, will begin a two-game road trip starting with a matchup against Murray State on Saturday at 4 p.m. The game...

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Tae Marrero Jr. named MVFC Special Teams Player of the Week after historic punt return

By M. A. Okeefe | Oct 27, 2025

Senior Tae Marrero Jr. of Southern Illinois University has been recognized as the Missouri Valley Football Conference (MVFC) Special Teams Player of the Week following his performance in the team's 31-17 victory over Northern Iowa.

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Rep. Severin visits Rend Lake Resort as renovations continue toward reopening

By R. K. Witt | Oct 27, 2025

State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) visited Rend Lake Resort on Monday, joining officials from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and other state representatives to review ongoing renovations at the facility.

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City of Marion City Council met Oct. 27

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 27, 2025

City of Marion City Council met Monday, Oct. 27.

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Marion City Park District Board of Commissioners met Oct. 27

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 27, 2025

Marion City Park District Board of Commissioners met Monday, Oct. 27.

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City of Herrin City Council met Oct. 27

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 27, 2025

City of Herrin City Council met Monday, Oct. 27.

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Southern Illinois men’s golf heads to Hawaii for Ka’anapali Classic

By C. S. Mcdowell | Oct 26, 2025

The Southern Illinois University men's golf team is set to participate in the Ka'anapali Classic, an annual tournament held in Lahaina, Hawaii.

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Southern Illinois football to host Northern Iowa for homecoming amid two-game skid

By C. S. Mcdowell | Oct 26, 2025

The Southern Illinois University football team is preparing to host Northern Iowa for its Homecoming Game at Saluki Stadium on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 2 p.m. The Salukis, currently ranked No. 16 in the Stats Perform FCS Top 25 Poll and No....

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Carbondale Elementary School District #95 Board of Education met Sept. 30

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 26, 2025

Carbondale Elementary School District #95 Board of Education met Tuesday, Sept. 30.

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City of Carbondale Board of Fire and Police Commissioners met Oct. 23

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 26, 2025

City of Carbondale Board of Fire and Police Commissioners met Thursday, Oct. 23.

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7 sports coaches at institution in Williamson County earn on average $47,654 in 2024

By D. B. Scott | Oct 25, 2025

The average coaching salary at John A. Logan College, the only institution paying coaches during 2024 in Williamson County, was $47,654, according to the U.S. Department of Education.