Carbondale Reporter

In February, Jackson County saw a decrease in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Q1 Recap: 3 parolees from Williamson County convicted of crimes involving weapons set for supervised release

There were three offenders convicted of crimes involving weapons living in Williamson County released on parole during the first quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Carbondale Reporter.

Williamson County County Education: 721 multiracial students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

In the 2021-22 school year, 7.4% of students enrolled in Williamson County County school districts identified as multiracial.

Which former Carbondale Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 13?

This former Carbondale Reporter area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon May 13.

Q1 Recap: 4 parolees from Jackson County convicted of crimes involving weapons set for supervised release

There were four offenders convicted of crimes involving weapons living in Jackson County released on parole during the first quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Carbondale Reporter.

How many lawyers in good standing were practicing law in cities within Williamson County as of April?

Cities within Williamson County recorded 12 lawyers in good standing to practice law as of April.

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Carbondale Reporter area weekly mass times

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

There were 411 multiracial students enrolled in Jackson County County schools in 2021-22 school year

In Jackson County County schools, 411 multiracial students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Q1 Recap: 2 parolees from Jackson County convicted of crimes against persons set for supervised release

There were two offenders convicted of crimes against persons living in Jackson County released on parole during the first quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Carbondale Reporter.

Rep. Severin invites Fairfield preacher to offer opening House prayer

On May 10, 2024, Jody Davis, the preacher from Fairfield Church of Christ, was welcomed to the State Capitol by Dave Severin, the State Representative for the 116th district. The invitation extended by Rep. Severin (R-Benton) allowed Preacher Davis to deliver the opening invocation prayer before the commencement of the House Session.

Recognizing the vital contributions of military spouses in the US

On Military Spouse Appreciation Day, we are reminded of the significant sacrifices made by military spouses across the United States. These individuals' contributions and support often go unnoticed, yet they play a critical role in the lives of our armed forces members. We extend our gratitude to military spouses for their tireless efforts and invaluable contributions.

Rep. Jacobs honors military spouses on Military Spouse Appreciation Day