Carbondale Reporter

HERRIN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Herrin Chamber of Commerce Executive Committee Meeting to be held September 11

By Press release submission | Sep 8, 2018

The Herrin Chamber of Commerce's Executive Committee comprised of the President, 1st Vice President, 2nd Vice President, Secretery, Treasurer, and Past President.

CARBONDALE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: The Varsity to show “The Princess Bride” on Friday, Sept. 21

By Press release submission | Sep 8, 2018

“The Princess Bride,” a fairytale for all ages, will show at The Varsity on Friday Sept. 21.

Makanda home prices fall in August 2018

By Local Labs News Service | Sep 7, 2018

The median sale price of a home sold in August 2018 in Makanda fell by $81,500 while total sales decreased by 50%.

How has spending changed at Giant City CCSD 130?

By Local Labs News Service | Sep 7, 2018

Giant City Community Consolidated School District 130 increased per-student spending 11.4 percent from fiscal year 2008 to 2017, adjusted for inflation, according to a Carbondale Reporter analysis of public schools data.

De Soto home prices rise in August 2018

By Local Labs News Service | Sep 7, 2018

The median sale price of a home sold in August 2018 in De Soto rose by $34,100 while total sales remained unchanged with two homes sold.

Murphysboro home prices rise in August 2018

By Local Labs News Service | Sep 7, 2018

The median sale price of a home sold in August 2018 in Murphysboro rose by $6,500 while total sales increased by 16.7%.

Carbondale home prices rise in August 2018

By Local Labs News Service | Sep 7, 2018

The median sale price of a home sold in August 2018 in Carbondale rose by $6,250 while total sales decreased by 15.4%.

Gill committee reports nearly $5K in contributions during second quarter

By Local Labs News Service | Sep 7, 2018

Vote Judge Carey Gill Committee, a candidate committee, reported receiving $5,339.56 from April 1 through June 30, according to its second quarter report to the Illinois State Board of Elections.

MARION CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 'Taste of the Chamber' Business After Hours to be held September 12

By Rhealene May Dampil | Sep 7, 2018

As part of Illinois Chamber Week, we are hosting this month's Business After Hours and spotlighting our members and how they create and shape what makes Marion great.

CARBONDALE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: The Varsity presents “The Past” by award-winning director Asghar Farhadi

By Press release submission | Sep 7, 2018

The Varsity’s Thursday night Art House film series continues on Sept. 13 with the astute family drama “The Past.” An Iranian man, separated from his wife, returns to Paris to attend their divorce hearing.

Green committee reports nearly $6K in contributions during second quarter

By Local Labs News Service | Sep 6, 2018

Stephen R Green for Circuit Judge, a candidate committee, reported receiving $6,350 from April 1 through June 30, according to its second quarter report to the Illinois State Board of Elections.

How has spending changed at Johnston City CUSD 1?

By Local Labs News Service | Sep 6, 2018

Johnston City Community Unit School District 1 increased per-student spending 0.6 percent from fiscal year 2008 to 2017, adjusted for inflation, according to a Carbondale Reporter analysis of public schools data.

SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY AT EDWARDSVILLE: SIU Fertility & IVF Center's 8th Annual Birthday Party to be held September 16

By Press release submission | Sep 6, 2018

The Fertility and IVF Center at Southern Illinois University Medicine will hold its eigth annual birthday party 1-6, p.m., Sunday, Sept. 16, at Erin’s Pavilion in Southwind Park, 4965 S.

From Chicago City Wire

Madigan funding ensures key votes, Illinois Policy Institute reports

By Robert Hadley | 6 years ago

House Speaker Mike Madigan has provided a combined $15 million in funding to dozens of state representatives currently holding office, the Illinois Policy Institute (IPI) reports.

MARION CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 'Taste of the Chamber' Business After Hours to be held September 12

By Press release submission | Sep 6, 2018

As part of Illinois Chamber Week, we are hosting this month's Business After Hours and spotlighting our members and how they create and shape what makes Marion great.

CARBONDALE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: CCA Sandwiches and Strings: Third Thursday Concert for September at Artspace 304

By Press release submission | Sep 6, 2018

Carbondale Community Arts is pleased to announce, Sandwiches and Strings: Third Thursday Concert for the month of September at Artspace 304.

HERRIN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Herrin City Council Meeting to be held September 10

By Press release submission | Sep 5, 2018

The City of Herrin, Illinois is a home rule municipality which operates under a mayor and aldermanic form of government, and is comprised of the Mayor and eight aldermen, who are elected for four year terms.

CARBONDALE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Children with diabetes can enjoy a free overnight camp at SIU's Touch of Nature

By Press release submission | Sep 5, 2018

A special Southern Illinois University Carbondale camp offers fun and help for youths who are growing up with juvenile diabetes.

MARION CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: September Membership Luncheon to be held September 11

By Press release submission | Sep 5, 2018

The Marion Chamber of Commerce Monthly Membership Luncheon will be held on Tuesday, September 11 at Celebrations Event Center.

How has spending changed at Elverado CUSD 196?

By Local Labs News Service | Sep 5, 2018

Elverado Community Unit School District 196 increased per-student spending 17.8 percent from fiscal year 2008 to 2017, adjusted for inflation, according to a Carbondale Reporter analysis of public schools data.