Randolph County News

SIU sport administration student receives Vitello Award to help her break the glass ceiling

by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — Jacqueline Crain is passionate about football but knows that breaking into a career in sport administration, especially in the NFL, isn’t going to be easy. That’s why the junior Southern Illinois University Carbondale student from Du Quoin, Illinois, is thrilled to receive the Elaine M. Vitello Ph.D. Leadership Award, named for

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Thousands of additional donations needed to replenish Red Cross blood supply

ST. LOUIS— Since announcing a national blood and platelet shortage a month ago, thousands of donors across the country have rolled up a sleeve to help rebuild the American Red Cross blood and platelet supply. As that generosity continues, the Red Cross is working around-the-clock to ensure patients have access to lifesaving transfusions and must

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Thousands of additional donations needed to replenish Red Cross blood supply

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo — Since announcing a national blood shortage a month ago, thousands of donors across the country have rolled up a sleeve to help rebuild the American Red Cross blood and platelet supply. As that generosity continues, the Red Cross is working around-the-clock to ensure patients have access to lifesaving transfusions and must

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Christ Our Savior FFA participates in Land Use CDE

EVANSVILLE – Christ Our Savior FFA participated in the Land Use CDE at Braeutigam Orchard in Belleville, Illinois. There, they examined four sites; two for agricultural use and two for home use.   The team placed 9th. Members of the team were (left to right): Isaac Luebkemann, Blaine Rahn, Charlie Rahlfs, Isaac Sims, Brianna Brake,

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SIU to welcome about 300 students for Education Day on Oct. 17

by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — Southern Illinois University Carbondale will welcome about 300 high school and community college students who are planning to study education for an action-packed Education Day celebration at the Student Center on Tuesday, Oct. 17. Education Day is part of SIU’s multipronged response to the teacher shortage. Participants enjoy the

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