CHESTER – Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce the upcoming 2026 dates for its free Prenatal and Family Education Classes, offering parentstobe an engaging and confidencebuilding learning experience. This year’s inperson classes will be held on April 11, July 18, and October 3, from 8:00 a.m.–Noon in the Memorial Hospital Conference Room. Preregistration is required […]
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by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — Learn all about growing industrial hemp for grain and fiber at Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Industrial Hemp Farmer Informational Event. The Industrial Hemp Farmer Informational Event at SIU Feb. 25 will provide valuable information to participants at no cost. Photo provided. Industry leaders and experts will offer the latest information
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GLEN CARBON, IL – Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois invites cookie lovers across the area to celebrate National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend, February 20–22. National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend is an annual event where Girl Scouts nationwide promote their sales and flex their entrepreneurial spirit through the iconic Girl Scout Cookie Program®. Every purchase makes a difference in the lives of young entrepreneurs as
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CHESTER – Elizabeth Hall, Radiologic Technologist at Memorial Hospital, has officially earned her CT (Computed Tomography) certification. This accomplishment highlights her dedication to advancing her skills and providing highquality diagnostic imaging care to patients. Elizabeth has been connected to Memorial Hospital since high school, beginning with her participation in the Medical Explorers program
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CHESTER – A regular meeting of the Chester School District Board of Education will be held on February 19, 2026, at 7 p.m. in the Chester Early Childhood Center located at 2319 Old Plank Road, Chester, IL. The tentative agenda for the meeting: Call to Order and Roll Call – 6:00 p.m.
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by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — Southern Illinois University Carbondale Office of Sustainability and the SIU Sustainability Council are now accepting applications for Green Fund grants. The grants, now in their 23rd round, are part of SIU’s ongoing commitment to campus sustainability. Any SIU student, faculty or staff member is welcome to submit a Green Fund Grant proposal
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by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — “The Power Within: Reclaim, Restore and Rise” is the theme for the 2026 Illinois ACE Women’s Network Conference at Southern Illinois University Carbondale on March 2 and registration is now underway. Women from throughout the state who are interested in education are welcome to participate in this engaging day of conversation
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by Pete Rosenbery CARBONDALE, Ill. — Southern Illinois University Carbondale is receiving a $20,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts to help with this year’s programming for the nationally recognized Southern Illinois Music Festival (SIFest). The funds will go toward the 22nd season of the festival, held June 18 to July 4 at various
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CHESTER – The Randolph County Sheriff’s Office has released its latest report of arrests. Those listed as arrested include: Katie M. Wagoner 36, Coulterville, arrested February 11, 2026 by Randolph County Sheriff’s Office on a Randolph County warrant for petition to revoke probation. Is incarcerated. Lucien L.T. Smith 19, Chester, arrested February 11,
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MISSISSIPPI STATE, MS — Olivia Schilling, of Evansville, IL is among nearly 1,400 students graduating from Mississippi State University in fall 2025. Schilling received the Bachelor of Business Adm Summa Cum Laude from MSU’s College of Business. MSU President Mark E. Keenum congratulated graduates as the December ceremony’s keynote speaker, emphasizing the world-class education they received
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