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Southern Illinois University's softball team is set for a midweek trek through Missouri after dealing with changes in their schedule caused by inclement weather.

Illinois legislators push for nuclear energy expansion and stricter human trafficking laws

Several Illinois State Senators are advocating for a stronger nuclear energy future.

Honor Flight participants receive special recognition at Veterans Airport in Marion

Recently, special House Certificates were presented to honor military veterans who will be departing from Veterans Airport in Marion on May 6, 2025.

Lemm leads Salukis to split in doubleheader against Missouri State

Southern Illinois University's baseball team split a doubleheader against Missouri State at Itchy Jones Stadium.

Southern Illinois sports teams face schedule changes due to weather, continue conference play

Several Southern Illinois University athletic teams faced challenges due to the rainy conditions in Carbondale.

National Library Week highlights resources and services provided by libraries

During National Library Week, individuals are encouraged to recognize the valuable resources, knowledge, and opportunities offered by local libraries.

Scott Nagy honored with John Lotz 'Barnabas' Coaching Award by FCA

As the NCAA college basketball season concludes, Scott Nagy, head men's basketball coach at Southern Illinois University, has been honored with the John Lotz "Barnabas" Coaching Award.

Village of Yates City Board met March 5

By Philip Gonzales | Apr 7, 2025

Village of Yates City Board met Wednesday, March 5

Registered sex offenders: no new living in Jackson County as of March 23

Jackson County has no new sex offenders registered as living there in the week ending March 23, according to the Illinois Police Sex Offender Registry.

Southern Illinois University softball team secures doubleheader sweep over Indiana State

By Carbondale Reporter | Apr 6, 2025

The Southern Illinois University (SIU) softball team achieved another milestone over the weekend.

Salukis' win streak ends with 12-1 loss to Missouri State

By Carbondale Reporter | Apr 6, 2025

Southern Illinois University's baseball team faced a challenging game against Missouri State, resulting in a 12-1 loss at Itchy Jones Stadium.

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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.

Salukis and Bears set for Missouri Valley Conference showdown in Carbondale

The Southern Illinois baseball team will host Missouri State for a three-game series starting with a doubleheader on Sunday due to weather conditions.

Southern Illinois women's golf team heads to Maryland for final pre-championship tournament

Southern Illinois University's Women's Golf team is set to compete in College Park, Maryland this weekend.

Illinois Republicans push ethics reform package targeting corruption and gerrymandering

State representative Paul Jacobs, reporting on various legislative matters, highlighted a recent anti-corruption initiative proposed by House Republican lawmakers.

Southern Illinois versus Indiana State softball rescheduled to Sunday doubleheader

The Southern Illinois University (SIU) softball team's game against Indiana State, scheduled for Saturday, has been canceled due to weather conditions.

How many students were enrolled in Jackson County in 2023-24 school year?

Enrollment numbers in Jackson County schools rose from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Q4 2024 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in Jackson County?

There were 17 offenders living in Jackson County released on parole during the fourth quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by Carbondale Reporter.

Marion residents paid 37th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during January

Marion residents paid $2.3 million in sales taxes, the 37th highest total paid per municipality in January.

Deadline for truck registration in Illinois extended to April 18