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News from September 2024

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Unity Point Community Consolidated School District 140 Board met Sept. 19

By Philip Gonzales | Sep 19, 2024

Unity Point Community Consolidated School District 140 Board met Thursday, Sept. 19

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Village of De Soto Board of Trustees met Aug. 19

By Philip Gonzales | Sep 19, 2024

Village of De Soto Board of Trustees met Monday, Aug. 19

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Rep. Bost introduces bill targeting accountability for post office closures

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 19, 2024

U.S. Rep. Mike Bost (IL-12) introduced the Upending Secret Postal Shutdowns (USPS) Act to prohibit the U.S. Postal Service from shutting down a post office under the guise of an "emergency suspension" without first notifying impacted communities and providing a full justification for the closure.

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Severin emphasizes child passenger safety during dedicated week

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 19, 2024

Child Passenger Safety Week serves as a reminder to ensure that children are traveling safely. It is important to check that car seats are properly installed and secured before every journey. The initiative aims to keep children safe and protected on the road.

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Southern Illinois triumphs over Missouri State in Saluki Invitational opener

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 19, 2024

Southern Illinois Women's Volleyball emerged victorious against Missouri State in a five-set match to kick off the Saluki Invitational on Thursday in Carbondale.

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Ramos debuts as coach for Southern Illinois cross-country teams

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 19, 2024

The Southern Illinois men's and women's cross-country teams are set to compete at the Bradley Intercollegiate on Friday, September 20th, at Detweiller Park in Peoria, Illinois. The men's 8K race will commence at 5:15 p.m., followed by the women's three-mile race at 6 p.m.

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Southern Illinois University women's soccer draws against Illinois State

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 19, 2024

The Southern Illinois University women's soccer team (4-2-3) concluded their match against Illinois State with a 0-0 draw on Thursday in Carbondale, Ill.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Jackson County in week ending Sept. 14?

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 19, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Jackson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Jackson County in week ending Sept. 14?

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 19, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Jackson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Johnston City Community Unit School District 1 Board of Education met Sept. 18

By Philip Gonzales | Sep 18, 2024

Johnston City Community Unit School District 1 Board of Education met Wednesday, Sept. 18

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Giant City Community Consolidated School District 130 Board met Sept. 16

By Philip Gonzales | Sep 18, 2024

Giant City Community Consolidated School District 130 Board met Monday, Sept. 16

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Village of Yates City Board met Aug. 14

By Philip Gonzales | Sep 18, 2024

Village of Yates City Board met Wednesday, Aug. 14

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Analysis: Carbondale Community High School District 165 administrators rank 232nd lowest in state for average salary in 2023

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 18, 2024

Administrators in Carbondale Community High School District 165 earn an average of $95,350 per year, ranking 232nd lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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SIU hosts annual Day of Giving to support students and faculty

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 18, 2024

Southern Illinois University (SIU) is hosting its annual Day of Giving today, encouraging donations to support students and faculty. The event emphasizes contributions to Saluki Athletics, welcoming donations of any size.

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Southern Illinois University women’s soccer to face Illinois State in conference opener

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 18, 2024

The Southern Illinois University women's soccer team is set to begin Missouri Valley Conference play against Illinois State on Thursday night in Carbondale, Ill.

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Southern Illinois Women’s Golf finishes sixth at The Velvet Classic

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 18, 2024

Southern Illinois Women's Golf team concluded their participation at The Velvet Classic in Paducah, Kentucky, on Tuesday, finishing sixth with a score of +76 on 940 strokes.

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Bost votes for federal spending package; bill fails amid Democratic opposition

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 18, 2024

U.S. Rep. Mike Bost (IL-12) voted Wednesday evening for a federal spending package aimed at funding the government through March of next year and requiring proof of citizenship to register to vote. However, due to overwhelming Democratic opposition to the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act reforms, the bill failed to pass the House. Congress must approve legislation funding the government by September 30th or risk lapses in essential services.

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Saluki Invitational to begin Thursday at Davies Gym

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 18, 2024

Southern Illinois Women's Volleyball will host the Saluki Invitational starting Thursday at Davies Gym in Carbondale. The Salukis will engage in their first Missouri Valley Conference match against Missouri State on Thursday. Southeast Missouri State and Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville will also compete against the Bears and Salukis.

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2023: Carbondale Elementary School District 95 administrators rank 301st lowest in state for average salary

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 17, 2024

Administrators in Carbondale Elementary School District 95 earn an average of $98,959 per year, ranking 301st lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Jackson County collects $545,161 in County School Facility Tax in June

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 17, 2024

In June, Jackson County saw an increase in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.