September 17, 2026 Pledge of Allegiance Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes Melissa Gross Treasurer’s Report Linda Rader Public Petitions & Correspondence Shane Wagner’s request Standing Committee Reports Beautiful Home Award JoAnn Simmons/Linda Rader Planters Linda Schafer […]
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CARBONDALE, Ill. — Roughly 75 high school percussion students from throughout Southern Illinois and Kentucky will be at Southern Illinois University Carbondale on Wednesday, Sept. 16, as part of the third annual SIU Percussion Day. The workshops are from 9 a.m. to noon in Altgeld Hall, with a free, public performance featuring the SIU Percussion
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MANCHESTER, NH (09/15/2026)– Clifford Reeder III of Steeleville (62288) has been named to Southern New Hampshire University‘s (SNHU) Summer 2026 Dean’s List. The summer terms run from May to August. Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.500 to 3.699 for the reporting term are named to the Dean’s List. Full-time
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by Brooke Keltner CARBONDALE, Ill. — The stars will align for an evening under the night sky, where visitors can view the moon, faraway planets and other celestial wonders that twinkle from above. Southern Illinois University Carbondale is hosting the event, and attendees just need to bring their curiosity. The free Southern Illinois Star Party
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[Marion, Illinois] — Southern Illinois communities will join others across the nation in celebrating ” 9 to 5 Dolly Day” on September 25, 2026 honoring the life, values, and legacy of the beloved Dolly Parton. Known worldwide for her music, philanthropy, and unwavering kindness, Dolly’s impact extends far beyond the stage — especially through her
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September 14, 2026 Jamie L. Mota 40, Ava, arrested September 9, 2026 by Randolph County Sheriff’s Office on a Randolph County warrant for failure to appear on a Unlawful Possession of methamphetamine charge. Is incarcerated. Deshaun A. Crispin 27, Homeless, arrested September 10, 2026 by Sparta Police for threatening a public official
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Park & Recreation Committee Meeting Agenda Chester, Illinois City Hall – Council Chamber September 14, 2026 Call to Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Reading and Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting Correspondence Public Comment Alderman Report – Nick Bert Progress update on driving range Recreation Report –
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by Brooke Keltner CARBONDALE, Ill. — A visit to the doctor’s office with fever, chills, fatigue and aches could seem like the flu or another viral infection. But what happens when symptoms don’t go away? The patient is left frustrated and scared wanting to know what’s wrong, while the clinician is left puzzled, trying to
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by Pete Rosenbery CARBONDALE, Ill. — Two Southern Illinois families have been selected as the 2026 Saluki Family of the Year winners at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, and each will be honored during Saluki Family Weekend festivities, Sept. 11-13. The Heisner family (above) from left, Cynthia, Eliza, Carly and Blaine Eliza Heisner, a freshman in
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Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Marianne Webb and David N. Bateman Distinguished Organ Recital Series featuring New York Philharmonic organist Kent Tritle on Friday, Sept. 25, at SIU Carbondale’s Shryock Auditorium, is canceled. A reschedule date is to be determined.
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