Randolph County News

CARBONDALE, Ill. — Nationally recognized political violence and international security affairs expert Robert A. Pape will present the spring 2026 Morton-Kenney Public Affairs Lecture on Friday, April 3, at Southern Illinois University Carbondale.     Bob Pape   An author and political science professor at the University of Chicago, Pape will present “Iran, the Escalation […]

CHESTER – The Randolph County Sheriff’s Office has released its latest reports.   Jonah S. Vuichard 40, Sparta, arrested March 23, 2026 by Randolph County Sheriff’s Office for assault and battery. Pretrial release.   Kristina M. Orr 30, Red Bud, arrested March 23, 2026 by Red Bud Police on a Jackson County warrant for driving

DU QUOIN, IL – Rising country stars Kameron Marlowe and Ashley Cooke will bring an unforgettable night of country music to the Du Quoin State Fair as co-headliners on Sunday, August 30, performing on the Grandstand stage.   “Kameron Marlowe and Ashley Cooke are two of the most exciting voices in country music today,” said Illinois Department

CHESTER, IL — Memorial Hospital is proud to recognize Adrienne Caby, RN, BSN, Vascular Access RN, for earning the Nurse Lead III (Expert) designation through the hospital’s Professional Practice Development Program. This honor marks a high level of professional growth and leadership in patient care.     Quality and safety are the foundation of Memorial

by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — TEDxSIUC  returns to Southern Illinois University Carbondale on March 28! Buy tickets online now for the 1-5 p.m. independent, self-organized session featuring an eclectic, informative panel of guest speakers. It will take place in the ballrooms of the SIU Student Center, 1255 Lincoln Drive. TEDxSIUC always draws a crowd for engaging speaker presentations. Photo provided.