September, 2024 Stories | Dupage Policy Journal

Rep. Severin marks National Farm Safety and Health Week

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 17, 2024

Rep. Severin Marks Farm Safety and Health Week

State Representative Paul Jacobs: 'We must stand united against political violence in our nation'

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 17, 2024

State Representative Paul Jacobs reflected on the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, expressing gratitude towards the Secret Service agents and law enforcement officers involved. "Thank you to the Secret Service agents and law enforcement officers who thwarted the attempt on former President Trump's life this weekend," Jacobs said in a Facebook post dated September 16.

National Farm Safety and Health Week emphasized by Rep. Jacobs

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 17, 2024

Rep. Jacobs Marks National Farm Safety and Health Week

Severin: Today marks Constitution and Citizenship Day

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 17, 2024

Constitution Day and Citizenship Day marks the anniversary of the adoption of the United States Constitution and honors all who have become U.S. citizens. "Today we honor the foundational principles of our country and celebrate the spirit of the American dream!"

Bost, Wagner urge VA to prioritize St. Louis hospital modernization

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 17, 2024

U.S. Reps. Mike Bost (IL-12) and Ann Wagner (MO-2) have urged the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to prioritize critical improvements at the John Cochran VA Medical Center in St. Louis. In a letter addressed to VA Secretary Denis McDonough, Bost and Wagner highlighted the urgent need for funding to replace the hospital's aging bed tower and modernize clinical services. The letter was also signed by U.S. Reps. Sam Graves (MO-6), Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-3), and Jason Smith (MO-8).

Herrin Community Unit School District 4 administrators rank 362nd lowest in state for average salary in 2023

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 16, 2024

Administrators in Herrin Community Unit School District 4 earn an average of $102,982 per year, ranking 362nd lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

City of Carbondale Preservation Commission met September 16

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Sep 16, 2024

City of Carbondale Preservation Commission met 5:30 p.m. Monday, September 16.

Southern Illinois announces new head coach for Cross Country program

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 16, 2024

The Southern Illinois Cross Country program has announced the hiring of Angelina Ramos as the new head coach, effective from the 2024 season.

Highway dedicated in memory of Lance Corporal Drew M.Uhles

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 16, 2024

In an effort to pay tribute to the legacy and sacrifice of Lance Corporal Drew M. Uhles, State Senator Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) and State Representative David Friess (R-Red Bud) hosted a ceremony on Saturday, September 14 in Du Quoin to officially name a section of Route 51 as the LCpl. Drew M. Uhles Memorial Highway.

Study highlights exodus of young professionals from Illinois

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 16, 2024

Young professionals are rapidly becoming one of Illinois’ top exports, according to new data from SmartAsset, which ranks Illinois among the top states losing millennials to more tax-friendly states.

DJ Williams and Keontez Lewis earn Valley player-of-the-week honors

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 16, 2024

Southern Illinois quarterback DJ Williams and wide receiver Keontez Lewis have been recognized with Missouri Valley Football Conference player-of-the-week honors after standout performances in the team's 35-28 victory over No. 12 Incarnate Word on Saturday.

Southern Illinois announces new assistant track and field coaches

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 16, 2024

The Southern Illinois Track and Field program has announced the hiring of two assistant coaches, Angelina Ramos and Deshawn Marshall, for the 2024-2025 season.

Southern Illinois prepares for annual War For The Wheel against SEMO

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 16, 2024

CARBONDALE, Ill. — The stakes are high in this year's War For The Wheel as No. 7 Southern Illinois hosts No. 21 SEMO in a Family Weekend showdown at Saluki Stadium on Saturday at 6 p.m. Ticket prices start at $12 for groups.

Eva Krakowski named MVC Freshman of the Week

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 16, 2024

Eva Krakowski of Southern Illinois Women's Volleyball has been named the Missouri Valley Conference Freshman of the Week, as announced by the conference on Monday.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Jackson County in week ending Sept. 7?

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 16, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Jackson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Jackson County in week ending Sept. 7?

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 15, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Jackson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Analysis: Unity Point Community Consolidated School District 140 administrators rank 405th highest in state for average salary in 2023

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 15, 2024

Administrators in Unity Point Community Consolidated School District 140 earn an average of $108,331 per year, ranking 405th highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.