CARBONDALE, Ill. — Paul Starr, a Pulitzer Prize-winning scholar at Princton University and the founding co-editor of The American Prospect magazine, will join Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Paul Simon Public Policy Institute for a virtual conversation on Tuesday, Dec. 9. Starr and John Shaw, institute director, will discuss political tensions and contradictions in the […]
by Pete Rosenbery CARBONDALE, Ill. — This month, Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Sharp Museum will open an exhibition highlighting works by nationally acclaimed sculptor and SIU School of Art and Design alumnus Preston Jackson, and it will host a reception for two local artists with the Oak Street Art Collective. “Here We Are,” a celebration of Jackson’s
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by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — Imagine finding just the perfect gifts for family, friends and yourself this holiday season. You need look no further than Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Holiday Craft Sale Thursday through Saturday, Dec. 4-6. Offering a diverse assortment of unique handiworks, SIU’s Holiday Craft Sale Dec. 4-6 is a popular event with
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WASHINGTON – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low interest federal disaster loans to small businesses and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in Illinois who sustained economic losses caused by the drought beginning April 1, 2025. The disaster declaration covers the counties of Randolph in Illinois and Perry and Ste. Genevieve in Missouri.
CHESTER – The Randolph County Sheriff’s Office has released its latest report of arrests. Jason S. Leeper 42, Steeleville, arrested November 26, 2025 by Steeleville Police for Obstructing Justice, resisting a peace officer, and speeding. Pretrial Release. Demetrius L. Zoph 20, Eden, arrested November 28, 2025 by Randolph County Sheriff’s Office for domestic battery. Is
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – On Monday, Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway announced that Missouri’s new age-verification rule for pornographic websites is now fully in force, delivering one of the most significant online child-protection victories in state history. Within hours of the rule taking effect, Pornhub announced it would shut down access to its website in Missouri
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PERRYVILLE – The Perryville Police Department has released its latest reports: 53-year-old Mark Alan Campbell of Perryville was cited for driving while revoked on Perryville Boulevard at Alma Avenue at 3 p.m.Saturday, August 8, 2025. The arresting officer reported he/she was investigating another call when the offense was observed. A police officer
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CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO – The Community Counseling Center Foundation is holding its 5th Annual Mary Mingle 5K this weekend in downtown Cape Girardeau. The popular holiday-themed run/ walk is anticipating a record-breaking turnout, with over 500 registered participants expected, making it the largest Mary Mingle 5K yet. The 5K race will start at 8
SPRINGFIELD – The Department of Central Management Services has received notice from Governor JB Pritzker that all persons or entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act are to fly the flags at half-staff in honor of: Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day Please lower the United States flags and the State flags at
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CHICAGO, IL. — As Illinoisans prepare for the holiday season, the Illinois Lottery is reminding players that while lottery tickets can add a fun and festive touch to gift-giving, they should be purchased responsibly and never given to anyone under the age of 18. “Lottery games are meant to be a form of entertainment for
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