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You can still sign up for an SIU summer camp as season kicks off

by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — The much-anticipated summer camp season has arrived at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, but there is still time to sign children up for fun, adventure and incredible learning experiences, courtesy of the diverse camp options. (Above) Participants get involved in hands-on activities in the medical field during the Pathways to […]

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Tamie Fluegel

A graveside service will be held Tuesday, June 3, 2025 for 65-year-old Tamie Fluegel of Ellis Grove, Illinois, who passed away at 8:20 am, Thursday, May 29, 2025 at Three Springs Senior Living and Rehabilitation, Chester, Illinois. She was born July 15, 1959 in St. Louis to James and Louise (nee Rahn) Faulkner who both

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Business groups urge lawmakers to reject regressive delivery tax

SPRINGFIELD — A coalition of business groups including the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce, Illinois Chamber of Commerce, Illinois Fuel & Retail Association, Illinois Manufacturers’ Association, Illinois Restaurant Association, Illinois Retail Merchants Association, NFIB Illinois and TechNet, released the following statement urging lawmakers to reject a new $1.50 tax on retail and food deliveries:   “Amid persistent

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Chester CUSD 139 seeks volunteers for summer food program

CHESTER – The Chester CUSD 139 has officially launched its Summer Food Program – SUN MEALS TO GO, designed to provide nutritious meals to children in the community throughout the summer months. A school official stated, “I am reaching out to ask for your help. We are currently seeking volunteer groups to assist with deliveries on select dates.

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