February, 2025 Stories | Carbondale Reporter

March: 5 inmates sentenced in Williamson County to be released from jail

By Carbondale Reporter | Feb 28, 2025

There are five inmates sentenced in Williamson County set to be released from jail in March.

Cheapest diesel in cities across Jackson County in week ending Feb. 22

By Carbondale Reporter | Feb 28, 2025

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Jackson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 22, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Jackson County in week ending Feb. 22?

By Carbondale Reporter | Feb 28, 2025

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Jackson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 22, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

How many students are enrolled at Unity Point Community Consolidated School District 140 in 2023-24 school year?

By Carbondale Reporter | Feb 28, 2025

Enrollment at Unity Point Community Consolidated School District 140 rose from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Severin marks Rare Disease Day with focus on awareness

By Carbondale Reporter | Feb 28, 2025

On Rare Disease Day, the global community focuses on raising awareness for the millions affected by rare diseases.

Audit reveals underestimated costs of Illinois immigrant health programs

By Carbondale Reporter | Feb 28, 2025

According to a recent report from the Illinois Auditor General, Governor JB Pritzker's administration significantly underestimated both the cost and enrollment figures for the Health Benefits for Immigrant Seniors (HBIS) and Health Benefits for...

SIH supports fundraising event aiding local warming center

By Carbondale Reporter | Feb 28, 2025

SIH team members participated in the Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser in Carbondale on February 22.

Application process opens for key legal positions in Southern Illinois

By Carbondale Reporter | Feb 28, 2025

U.S. Representative Mike Bost announced the opening of the application process for the positions of U.S. Attorney and U.S. Marshal in the Southern District of Illinois.

Southern Illinois women lead MVC swim championship after record-breaking performances

By Carbondale Reporter | Feb 28, 2025

Southern Illinois University's women's swim and dive team has reclaimed the top position in the Women's Missouri Valley Conference Championships after Friday's events.

Salukis triumph over Southern Indiana with late-game surge

By Carbondale Reporter | Feb 28, 2025

Southern Illinois University secured a 16-12 victory over Southern Indiana in their home opener at Itchy Jones Stadium.

Southern Illinois wins home opener against Central Arkansas at Coach B. Classic

By Carbondale Reporter | Feb 28, 2025

The Southern Illinois University (SIU) softball team secured a 2-0 victory over Central Arkansas in their home opener at the Coach B. Classic.

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Which former Carbondale Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, March 3?

By Carbondale Reporter | Feb 28, 2025

These former Carbondale Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, March 3.

Cheapest regular gas in cities across Williamson County in week ending Feb. 22

By Carbondale Reporter | Feb 27, 2025

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Feb. 22, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

2023-24 school year sees 852 students enrolled at Trico Community Unit School District 176

By Carbondale Reporter | Feb 27, 2025

Enrollment at Trico Community Unit School District 176 rose from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Williamson County Board of Commissioners met February 26

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Feb 27, 2025

Williamson County Board of Commissioners met 11 a.m. Wednesday, February 26

Southern Illinois baseball prepares for series against Bowling Green and Southern Indiana

By Carbondale Reporter | Feb 27, 2025

Southern Illinois University (SIU) baseball is set to host a four-game series featuring matchups against Bowling Green and Southern Indiana, starting Friday in Carbondale.