July, 2024 Stories | Dupage Policy Journal

Paul Jacobs attends Westminster Bridge dedication near Marion VA Hospital

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 17, 2024

State Rep. Paul Jacobs delivered remarks at Monday’s Westminster Bridge dedication in Marion. The bridge is adorned with a patriotic flag-themed barrier that will be lit up at night. The bridge on Route 57 sits close to the Marion VA Hospital.

Podcast explores student protection against predatory teachers

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 17, 2024

When Faith Colson was an Illinois high school student, she was made to feel special by one of her teachers. He became a trusted adult to whom she could turn when needed. Until he wasn’t.

Southern Illinois earns AVCA Team Academic Award for 19th consecutive year

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 17, 2024

The American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) has announced its list of collegiate and high school volleyball teams that have earned the AVCA Team Academic Award, sponsored by INTENT. Southern Illinois University (SIU) made the list for the 19th consecutive year.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Williamson County in week ending July 13?

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 17, 2024

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at two gas stations in the week ending July 13, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Jackson County in week ending July 13?

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 17, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Jackson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 13, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jackson County County Education: 484 multiracial students were enrolled in schools in 2022-23 school year

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 16, 2024

In the 2022-23 school year, 7.5% of students enrolled in Jackson County County school districts identified as multiracial.

Unity Point Community Consolidated School District 140 Board met July 18

By Philip Gonzales | Jul 16, 2024

Unity Point Community Consolidated School District 140 Board metThursday, July 18

Village of De Soto Board of Trustees met June 17

By Philip Gonzales | Jul 16, 2024

Village of De Soto Board of Trustees met Monday, June 17

Giant City Community Consolidated School District 130 Board will meet July 17

By Philip Gonzales | Jul 16, 2024

Giant City Community Consolidated School District 130 Board will meet at 6 p.m., Wednesday, July 17

Carbondale Community High School District 165 Board of Education met July 18

By Philip Gonzales | Jul 16, 2024

Carbondale Community High School District 165 Board of Education met Thursday, July 18

City of Carbondale Planning Commission met July 17

By Philip Gonzales | Jul 16, 2024

City of Carbondale Planning Commission met Wednesday, July 17

City of Carbondale Police Pension Fund Board met July 16

By Philip Gonzales | Jul 16, 2024

City of Carbondale Police Pension Fund Board met Tuesday, July 16

City of Murphysboro City Council met June 11

By Philip Gonzales | Jul 16, 2024

City of Murphysboro City Council met Tuesday, June 11

City of Murphysboro City Council met July 16

By Philip Gonzales | Jul 16, 2024

City of Murphysboro City Council met Tuesday, July 16

City of Genoa City Council met July 17

By Philip Gonzales | Jul 16, 2024

City of Genoa City Council met Wednesday, July 17

City of Genoa Police Pension Board met July 16

By Philip Gonzales | Jul 16, 2024

City of Genoa Police Pension Board met Tuesday, July 16

City of Genoa City Council met June 12

By Philip Gonzales | Jul 16, 2024

City of Genoa City Council met Wednesday, June 12

Village of Crainville Board of Trustees met July 9

By Philip Gonzales | Jul 16, 2024

Village of Crainville Board of Trustees met Tuesday, July 9

Southern Illinois University finalizes softball recruiting class for upcoming season

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 16, 2024

The Southern Illinois University softball team has finalized its 2024 recruiting class with the addition of pitcher McKenzie Newcomb, a transfer from Samford University.