June 2025

Perryville Police reports

PERRYVILLE – The Perryville Police Department has released its latest reports.   26-year-old Myranda Kaylee Wood of Perryville was charged with fourth degree assault and resisting or interfering with an arrest, detention or stop.   Police reported an officer was called to the area of the 1600 block of Grand Avenue May 20th to investigate […]

Perryville Police reports Read More »

PHS Class of 2025 accepts $1.6 million in scholarships

PERRYVILLE – Perryville High School’s Class of 2025 has accepted $1.6 million in post-secondary scholarships. The announcement was made during the 2025 Senior Signing Day celebration at Perry Park Center on May 16. Students recognized during Senior Signing Day included those who have enrolled in trade schools, colleges and universities, and internship programs, as well

PHS Class of 2025 accepts $1.6 million in scholarships Read More »

SIU Aviation researching viability of unleaded fuel

by Pete Rosenbery CARBONDALE, Ill. — Researchers in Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s School of Aviation could help spur the adoption of an unleaded fuel for general aviation piston aircraft both in the United States and worldwide, reducing the toxic metal’s presence in the environment.     Daniel Hoskins, a flight line attendant, fuels a Cessna

SIU Aviation researching viability of unleaded fuel Read More »

Illinois Department of Agriculture lifts poultry exhibition suspension

SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) is lifting the temporary suspension on the exhibition or sale of poultry at swap meets, exhibitions, flea markets and auction markets. The suspension was initially issued in February in response to the ongoing threat of H5N1 avian flu and continued through today.    “We have closely monitored

Illinois Department of Agriculture lifts poultry exhibition suspension Read More »

Iconic Hangar 9 set to reopen with revamped space and expanded entertainment — just in time for students’ return

CARBONDALE, IL — Hangar 9, a beloved institution on Carbondale’s legendary Illinois Avenue strip, is set to reopen this August with exciting updates and new ownership. Southern Illinois University (SIU) alumni Andrew Perlmutter and Scott Moller acquired the venue from longtime owner Sally Carter. Hangar 9 closed its doors on December 31, 2024, after 47 years

Iconic Hangar 9 set to reopen with revamped space and expanded entertainment — just in time for students’ return Read More »

Chester Parks and Recreation Committee meets June 10

CHESTER – The Chester Parks and Recreation Committee will meet Tuesday, June 10.   The tentative agenda:   Parks And Recreation Committee Meeting Agenda 1330 Swanwick Street, Chester, Illinois 62233 Tuesday, June 10, 2025, 6 P.M., City Hall   Call To Order Roll Call Pledge Of Allegiance Reading And Approval Of Minutes Of Previous Meeting

Chester Parks and Recreation Committee meets June 10 Read More »