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Unchanged number of lawyers with active licenses to practice in cities located within Jackson County in October compared to previous month

By Carbondale Reporter | Nov 6, 2025

There was no change in the number of active legal licenses in cities within Jackson County in October compared to the previous month.

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Illinois legislature passes energy rate hikes and new taxes amid criticism

By Carbondale Reporter | Nov 6, 2025

Democrats in the Illinois General Assembly have passed a series of bills during the fall Veto Session that have drawn criticism from Republican lawmakers, including State Senator Terri Bryant.

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Southern Illinois prepares for key matchup against Youngstown State

By Carbondale Reporter | Nov 5, 2025

The Southern Illinois University football team, ranked No. 15/16 nationally, will travel to Youngstown, Ohio, this Saturday to face No. 21/22 Youngstown State in a Missouri Valley Football Conference matchup.

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Village of Makanda Board of Trustees met November 4

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Nov 5, 2025

Village of Makanda Board of Trustees met 7 p.m. Tuesday, November 4

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Bryant and Severin meet with local law enforcement over SAFE-T Act concerns

By Carbondale Reporter | Nov 5, 2025

State Representative Dave Severin and State Senator Terri Bryant met with local law enforcement officials at the Mt.

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Village of De Soto Board of Trustees met Oct. 6

By Philip Gonzales | Nov 5, 2025

Village of De Soto Board of Trustees met Monday, Oct. 6.

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City of Genoa City Council met Nov. 5

By Philip Gonzales | Nov 5, 2025

City of Genoa City Council met Wednesday, Nov. 5.

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Which former Carbondale Metro area high school stars will compete on Saturday, Nov. 8?

By K. N. Downing | Nov 5, 2025

These former Carbondale Metro area high school athletes will take part in events on Saturday, Nov. 8.

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Rep. Dave Severin criticizes cost increases from new Illinois legislation

By Carbondale Reporter | Nov 4, 2025

State Representative Dave Severin has criticized recent legislative actions by Illinois Democrats during the 2025 Veto Session, claiming that new measures will increase costs for taxpayers and energy customers.

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Southern Illinois Healthcare launches FindHelp platform for community resource access

By Carbondale Reporter | Nov 4, 2025

Southern Illinois Healthcare (SIH) has launched a new online platform, FindHelp Southern Illinois, to improve access to social services and community resources in the region.

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Murphysboro HS announces winter sports season preparations and Red Devil gear sale

By S. L. Abernathy | Nov 3, 2025

Murphysboro High School posted several updates in early November about upcoming winter sports seasons and merchandise sales.

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8.9% of teachers leave their jobs in Williamson County

By S. A. Fennell | Nov 3, 2025

With an average salary of $65,875, 91.1% of teachers remain on their positions in Williamson County schools, according to the 2024 three-year average.

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Salukis dominate McKendree in season opener with strong defensive showing

By Carbondale Reporter | Nov 3, 2025

Southern Illinois University’s men’s basketball team began its season with a decisive 83-42 win over McKendree at Banterra Center on Friday night.

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Teacher retention rate in Jackson County: 89.4% stay put

By S. A. Fennell | Nov 2, 2025

With an average salary of $61,599, 89.4% of teachers remain on their positions in Jackson County schools, according to the 2024 three-year average.

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Who among former Carbondale Metro area high school athletes will be active on Wednesday, Nov. 5?

By K. N. Downing | Nov 2, 2025

Wednesday, Nov. 5 will feature competition from this former Carbondale Metro area high school standout.

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Olivia Herron earns second consecutive MVC Swimmer of the Week honor

By C. S. Mcdowell | Nov 1, 2025

Senior swimmer Olivia Herron has been named the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) Women's Swimmer of the Week for the second time in three weeks, according to an announcement made by the conference on Tuesday.

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Salukis defeat Murray State 27-7 in conference road matchup

By C. S. Mcdowell | Nov 1, 2025

On a rainy night in Murray, Kentucky, the Southern Illinois University football team secured a 27-7 victory over Murray State.

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Village of Yates City Committee Board met Oct. 1

By Philip Gonzales | Nov 1, 2025

Village of Yates City Committee Board met Wednesday, Oct. 1.

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Unity Point Community Consolidated School District 140 Board met Sept. 25

By Philip Gonzales | Nov 1, 2025

Unity Point Community Consolidated School District 140 Board met Thursday, Sept. 25.

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City of Murphysboro City Council met Sept. 23

By Philip Gonzales | Nov 1, 2025

City of Murphysboro City Council met Tuesday, Sept. 23.