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SIU students star in short films featuring cultural exploration in China

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by Pete Rosenbery CARBONDALE, Ill. — Mini-documentaries showcasing the experiences of three Southern Illinois University Carbondale students who recently returned from a cultural exploration program in China will debut Tuesday, Dec. 2, at Morris Library.     SIU junior journalism major Alexandria Deacon of Marion participated in a cultural exploration program in China. (Photo by […]

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Rep. David Friess commends local efforts as work begins on Stringtown Levee scour hole

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RED BUD — Illinois State Representative David Friess (R-Red Bud) is highlighting that repair work is now underway on the long-standing scour hole, bringing long-awaited relief to residents of the Bottoms in southern Monroe County and nearby Prairie du Rocher.   This progress follows recent approval from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and comes

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High school students can get a jumpstart on college with SIU Carbondale initiative

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by Kim Rendfeld CARBONDALE, Ill. – Starting next semester, students in 26 high schools – including Chester, Coulterville, Sparta, Steeleville and Red Bud in Randolph County – can take college courses tuition-free from Southern Illinois University Carbondale, a top-tier research institution.   On Wednesday, Nov. 19, SIU Carbondale Chancellor Austin Lane and leaders at partner

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Chester High School inducts 22 new members into National Honor Society

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Induction ceremony took place Wednesday November 12, 2025 at CHS Colbert Memorial Gymnasium By Jim Beers CHESTER – The 2025-26 National Honor Society Summit Chapter held its annual induction ceremony Wednesday November 12, 2025. This year’s induction class was 22 members strong. Added to that number of new members were 12 former members giving the

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Chester Grade School presents ‘HIVE’ awards

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19 students are recognized for demonstrating Respect, Responsibility, Safety, and/or Empathy By Jim Beers CHESTER – On Friday November 21, 2025, Chester Grade School presented its sixth set of “HIVE” awards for the 2025-2026 school year. These awards are presented twice each month throughout the year and students in grades kindergarten through the eighth grade

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Chester CUSD 139 releases Approved Board of Education Meeting Minutes Oct-Nov 2025

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CHESTER, ILL. – The approved minutes of the following meetings of the Chester CUSD 139 Board of Education meeting have been released to the public. November 17: November 17, 2025 Board Minutes October 29: October 29, 2025 Board Minutes October 27: October 27, 2025 Board Minutes October 15: October 15, 2025 Board Minutes (3)

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SIU’s Morton-Kenney Lecture features Illinois Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski

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by Pete Rosenbery CARBONDALE, Ill. — U.S. Rep. Nikki Budzinski of Illinois will reflect on her time in Congress, her efforts to strengthen families and her perspective on how federal policy can support economic growth in the state and nation when she presents the fall 2025 Morton-Kenney Public Affairs Lecture at 6 p.m. Monday, Nov.

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National Collection Week begins for Operation Christmas Child

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MISSOURI – The collection season for Operation Christmas Child, a project of Samaritan’s Purse began Monday as nearly 5,000 drop-off locations open across the country. Individuals, families and groups across Missouri have the opportunity to pack a shoebox gift filled with fun toys, school supplies, and personal care items for children in need and drop them off now.

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Southeast Missouri State University welcomes students

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CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO — Southeast Missouri State University is proud to celebrate with our newest students on beginning their first year at SEMO.   Altenburg, MO Ashley Mcmeans of Altenburg, MO Lucas Skidmore of Altenburg, MO   Chester, IL Macey Ludwig of Chester, IL Taylor Mortrud of Chester, IL Kathrine Pierce of Chester, IL Kyndl

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Sign up now for the 57th annual Fertilizer and Pesticide Conference Nov. 25

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by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — The Southern Illinois Fertilizer and Pesticide Board’s 57th annual Fertilizer and Pesticide Conference will take place Tuesday, Nov. 25, at the Doubletree Inn, 222 Potomac Boulevard, Mount Vernon, and Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Events and Outreach is still accepting registrations.   The conference will feature a variety of special

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