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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Williamson County in week ending Apr. 27

By Carbondale Reporter | Apr 30, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Jacobs Encourages Illinoisans to “Shop Local” on National Small Business Week

By Carbondale Reporter | Apr 30, 2024

POMONA – State Representative Paul Jacobs (R-Pomona) is urging residents to “Shop Local” during National Small Business Week. Jacobs is himself a small business owner, having run Von Jakob Vineyard and Winery and an optometry practice for many years."I want to wish a Happy National Small Business Week to the hard working people of Southern Illinois. I tip my hat to anyone that takes the chance to start their own business and achieve the American Dream!" Jacobs said."I want to encourage everyone that is able, to consider locally owned small businesses to fill your needs...

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City of Murphysboro City Council met March 26

By Philip Gonzales | Apr 30, 2024

City of Murphysboro City Council met Tuesday, March 26

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Unity Point Community Consolidated School District 140 Board met March 26

By Philip Gonzales | Apr 30, 2024

Unity Point Community Consolidated School District 140 Board met Tuesday, March 26

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City of Carbondale City Council met March 26

By Philip Gonzales | Apr 30, 2024

City of Carbondale City Council met Tuesday, March 26

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City of Carbondale Local Liquor Control Commission met March 26

By Philip Gonzales | Apr 30, 2024

City of Carbondale Local Liquor Control Commission met Tuesday, March 26

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Carbondale Elementary School District #95 Board of Education met March 28

By Philip Gonzales | Apr 30, 2024

Carbondale Elementary School District #95 Board of Education met Thursday, March 28

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Carbondale Elementary School District #95 Board of Education met April 25

By Philip Gonzales | Apr 30, 2024

Carbondale Elementary School District #95 Board of Education met Thursday, April 25

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City of Marion City Council met March 25

By Philip Gonzales | Apr 30, 2024

City of Marion City Council met Monday, March 25

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City of Marion City Council met April 24

By Philip Gonzales | Apr 30, 2024

City of Marion City Council met Wednesday, April 24

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Williamson County Board of Commissioners met April 24

By Philip Gonzales | Apr 30, 2024

Williamson County Board of Commissioners met Wednesday, April 24

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Anne West Lindsey Library District Board met April 23

By Philip Gonzales | Apr 30, 2024

Anne West Lindsey Library District Board met Tuesday, April 23

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Rep. Severin Celebrates National Small Business Week

By Carbondale Reporter | Apr 29, 2024

State Representative Dave Severin, a long-time small business owner, is celebrating National Small Business Week by urging residents to support local businesses. Severin, who has owned small businesses for over two decades, emphasized the importance of shopping locally. "Owning and operating a small business is a challenge, especially in a state like Illinois," Severin stated. "I know this first-hand, as I have owned my own small businesses for more than 20 years now."He continued, "On this National Small Business Week in America, I want to encourage anyone that is able...

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How many Black students were enrolled in Williamson County County schools in 2021-22 school year?

By Carbondale Reporter | Apr 28, 2024

In Williamson County County schools, 510 Black students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Which former Carbondale Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 29?

By Carbondale Reporter | Apr 28, 2024

These former Carbondale Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 29.

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Carbondale Reporter area weekly mass times

By Carbondale Reporter | Apr 27, 2024

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

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Jackson County County Education: 1,499 Black students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

By Carbondale Reporter | Apr 27, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 22.8% of students enrolled in Jackson County County school districts identified as Black.

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Severin Notes Independent Bookstore Day

By Carbondale Reporter | Apr 27, 2024

Severin, a spokesperson for the independent bookstores, noted, "Today, independent bookstores across the nation will host special events to celebrate National Independent Bookstore Day." He encouraged book lovers to "Join in the festivities by visiting your local independent bookstore today."Independent bookstores nationwide are gearing up for a day of celebration as they mark National Independent Bookstore Day. The annual event is set to bring communities together to support local bookshops and the literary arts.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Williamson County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Apr. 20

By Carbondale Reporter | Apr 26, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Williamson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Severin Marks Arbor Day

By Carbondale Reporter | Apr 26, 2024

Severin Marks Arbor DayArbor Day is a holiday dedicated to planting and appreciating trees for future generations. It is a time to recognize the importance of trees in our environment. As stated by an unknown source, "Trees are not only a beautiful part of nature, but they also provide critical materials and resources for our world."In celebration of Arbor Day, individuals and communities across the country come together to plant trees, clean up parks, and educate others about the significance of trees. It is a day to raise awareness about the role trees play in...