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Carbondale ranks 58th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in Illinois for 2024

By Carbondale Reporter | May 29, 2025

Carbondale residents paid just under $16.9 million in sales taxes, ranking 58th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in 2024.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on E85 gas in cities in Williamson County in week ending May 24?

By Carbondale Reporter | May 29, 2025

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 24, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Analysis: Carterville Community Unit School District 5 administrators rank 284th highest in state for average salary in 2024

By Carbondale Reporter | May 29, 2025

Administrators in Carterville Community Unit School District 5 earn an average of $119,081 per year, ranking 284th highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Southern Illinois adds new swimmers to roster ahead of upcoming season

By Carbondale Reporter | May 29, 2025

Southern Illinois University (SIU) is gearing up for the 2025-26 swim and dive season with the addition of 14 new athletes to its roster.

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Williamson County responsible for 17th-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during 2024

By Carbondale Reporter | May 29, 2025

Williamson County residents paid just over $15.3 million in sales taxes, the 17th highest total paid per county in 2024.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Williamson County in week ending May 24?

By Carbondale Reporter | May 28, 2025

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at two gas stations in the week ending May 24, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Williamson County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending May 24

By Carbondale Reporter | May 28, 2025

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 24, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Jackson County had the cheapest E15 gas in week ending May 24

By Carbondale Reporter | May 28, 2025

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Jackson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 24, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Marion responsible for 32nd-highest sales tax revenue per municipality in Illinois during 2024

By Carbondale Reporter | May 28, 2025

Marion residents paid just over $25.3 million in sales taxes, the 32nd highest total paid per municipality in 2024.

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City of Carbondale City Council met May 27

By Philip Gonzales | May 28, 2025

City of Carbondale City Council met Tuesday, May 27

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City of Herrin City Council met May 27

By Philip Gonzales | May 28, 2025

City of Herrin City Council met Tuesday, May 27

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Rep. Severin emphasizes senior health on National Fitness Day

By Carbondale Reporter | May 28, 2025

Rep. Severin has marked National Senior Citizens Health and Fitness Day, emphasizing the importance of active living for older adults.

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Salukis welcome new transfers and returning WR Vinson Davis III for upcoming season

By Carbondale Reporter | May 28, 2025

Southern Illinois University (SIU) head coach Nick Hill has announced the addition of 10 transfer players to the Salukis' roster for the upcoming 2025 season.

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Southern Illinois athletes receive MVC scholar-athlete recognition

By Carbondale Reporter | May 28, 2025

Three student-athletes from Southern Illinois University have been recognized for their academic and athletic achievements by being named to the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) Scholar-Athlete Team.

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Severin opposes proposed tax hikes by Illinois Democrats

By Carbondale Reporter | May 28, 2025

State Representative Dave Severin has expressed strong opposition to the Illinois Democrats' proposal to raise billions in new taxes.

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Little Nashville Cafe raises $42,000 for tornado victims

By Carbondale Reporter | May 28, 2025

Thank you to everyone who participated in the recent "Pickin’ Up The Pieces" event, which successfully raised $42,000.

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Village of Yates City Committee Board met May 7

By Philip Gonzales | May 28, 2025

Village of Yates City Committee Board met Wednesday, May 7.

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Marion City Park District Board of Commissioners met April 28

By Philip Gonzales | May 28, 2025

Marion City Park District Board of Commissioners met Monday, April 28.

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City of Murphysboro City Council met May 27

By Philip Gonzales | May 28, 2025

City of Murphysboro City Council met Tuesday, May 27.

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City of Marion City Council met April 28

By Philip Gonzales | May 28, 2025

City of Marion City Council met Monday, April 28