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by Tim Obermiller CARBONDALE, Ill. — To trace connections across the ancient Maya world, archaeologists often follow objects that traveled, such as jade, obsidian, or pottery. But Chris Stantis — assistant professor of anthropology at Southern Illinois University Carbondale — starts somewhere less expected: dogs.     Chris Stantis, assistant professor of anthropology at SIU

By David Friess, Illinois State Representive, 115th District   As we move through the 2026 Spring Legislative Session, my focus remains on standing up for the people of Southern Illinois and advancing common-sense policies that reflect our shared values. This is one of the busiest times of the year in Springfield, and I truly appreciate

CHESTER – The Chester City Council will meet tonight at 6 p.m. in the Municipal Building, 1330 Swanwick Street, Chester, Illinois.   The meeting is open to the public.   The tentative agenda:   CHESTER, ILLINOIS CITY COUNCIL AGENDA       March 2, 2026             I.            CALL TO ORDER                                                                                      II.            ROLL CALL

CHESTER – The Chester Cemetery and Finance Committee will meet for special meeting at 5 p.m. today in the Chester Municipal Building, 1330 Swanwick Street, Chester, Illinois.   The notice of the meeting and its tentative agenda:   NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING   CITY OF CHESTER CEMETERY AND FINANCE COMMITTEE   Notice is hereby given

Students are rewarded for demonstrating Respect, Responsibility, and Empathy By Jim Beers CHESTER – Chester Grade School recognized 26 students, Kindergarten through 8th Grades Friday, Feb. 27 for demonstrating the “HIVE” good character traits of either Respect, Responsibility, or Empathy. There are four “HIVE” characteristics that teachers and staff at CGS look for and encourage