WATERLOO, Ill. – Republican candidate for governor Paul Schimpf says it’s time to shift the balance of power away from politicians and bureaucrats and back into the hands of individuals and working families. Today, Schimpf released his “A New Start for Illinois” plan which will put Illinois back on a path for economic success after failed leadership […]
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by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — This could be the best summer imaginable for your family, thanks to Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s summer camps and programs for all ages, abilities and interests. This year’s lineup is one of the largest ever offered and includes the debut of several brand-new camp experiences. SIU’s Conference and Scheduling
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PORTLAND, Oregon – It’s traditionally one of the best times of the year for US students – a chance to let off a little steam, see how many beers they can consume in one sitting, and generally party like it’s going out of fashion. Spring Break, which takes place over colleges’ and universities’ Easter vacation,
CARBONDALE, Ill. — The Southern Illinois Symphony Orchestra will bring back many memories — and maybe even a few cold chills — when it honors acclaimed American composer John Williams later this month at Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Shryock Auditorium. The performance is at 7:30 p.m. March 29. The orchestra will perform an entire concert
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SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) Friday reported 7,467 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, which is down from 8,519 from March 11. That’s down 1,052 or 12 percent. The number of new deaths is 123 which is down 17 percent or 26 from the 149
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SPRINGFIELD — St. Patrick’s Day means parades, parties and lots of green for communities throughout Illinois. If your celebratory green will go beyond your favorite St. Paddy’s Day T-shirt and hat to include alcohol or cannabis, the Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois State Police and local law enforcement remind you to plan ahead for
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SPRINGFIELD — The Illinois Department of Transportation would like to alert motorists traveling in the Cairo area that the US 60/62 bridge over the Mississippi River will be closed to all traffic. The closures are scheduled to begin on Monday, March 28th at 8 a.m. extending through Thursday, March 31, at 12 p.m. and Monday,
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SPRINGFIELD — As lawmakers head into the final weeks of their spring legislative session, advocates for Illinois’ developmental disability community say the time is now for policymakers to provide substantial new funding given the state’s improved budget picture. March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, and members of the Illinois Association of Rehabilitation Facilities that serve families with intellectual
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by Kamaria Harmon CARBONDALE, Ill. – The second annual Southern Illinois Hemp/Cannabis Symposium will be from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 26 in the Southern Illinois University Carbondale Student Center auditorium and international lounge. Attendees may join in person or virtually. The symposium is targeted toward people with an interest or history in the
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SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) Friday reported 8,519 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including an increase of 149 deaths since March 4, 2022. Last week the total was 10,462, a difference of 2,405 or 23 percent. Currently, IDPH is reporting a total of 3,045,718
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