SIUC Hosts Hundreds For World Languages And Cultures Day
More than 1,400 students gathered at Southern Illinois University Carbondale yesterday for a major cultural event. Students from 23 high schools took part in the 50th annual World Languages and Cultures Day, featuring interactive sessions and hands-on activities. The event highlighted global languages, traditions, and study opportunities. Organizers say the goal is to broaden students’ […]
Read MoreJudge Bans Saline County Board From Using Courtroom For Meetings
A Saline County judge is shutting down the county board’s use of a courtroom for public meetings. Presiding Judge Jayson Clark revoked access, saying the board never received his approval to continue using Courtroom A. He cited violations of court rules, including unauthorized recording and the use of personal devices during meetings. Clark also raised […]
Read MoreConference Aims To Boost Future Teachers In Southern Illinois
A new conference in Southern Illinois is working to steer more students into teaching careers. The “Seeing Educators Emerge” conference at John A. Logan College brought together high school and college students to highlight education as a career path. Organizers say the goal is to build a stronger local pipeline of teachers, especially in rural […]
Read MoreWarm Weekend Followed By Sharp Cooldown In Southern Illinois
A taste of spring is arriving in the local forecast, but it won’t last long. Saturday brings sunshine and warm temperatures near 80, with mild evening lows in the low 60s. Sunday heats up even more, climbing into the low 80s with breezy conditions. But a cold shift moves in late Sunday, sending temperatures down […]
Read MoreSouthern Illinois Announces 2026 Football Schedule
While today may be the first day of spring, and if you step outside you will quickly feel the difference, some people are already looking toward the fall. Southern Illinois has released its 2026 football schedule, featuring a mix of rivalry games and tough road matchups. The Salukis open the season Thursday, September 3 on […]
Read MoreSouthern Illinois Church To Dedicate Solar Canopy
A southern Illinois church is preparing to unveil a new solar energy project later this spring. Zion United Church of Christ in Marion will hold a dedication ceremony April 26 at 1 p.m. for a solar canopy installed in its north parking lot. Church leaders say the project reflects their commitment to environmental stewardship and […]
Read MoreDozens Of School Jobs Cut Amid Budget Crisis In West Frankfort
A southern Illinois school district is cutting dozens of positions as it faces a growing budget shortfall. The Frankfort Community Unit School District 168 board approved staffing reductions for the 2026–2027 school year following projections showing a deficit between 700-thousand and 900-thousand dollars. Officials say payroll costs consuming nearly 80 percent of revenue and declining […]
Read MoreIllinois Trout Season Opens April 4 Statewide
The spring trout fishing season in Illinois opens April 4th at dozens of ponds, lakes and streams statewide. The Department of Natural Resources says more than 80-thousand rainbow trout are stocked each year in approved waters. Fishing licenses are available online, with more information posted at https://IFishIllinois.org
Read MoreRend Lake College Hosts Career Education Advisory Meeting
Rend Lake College brought in local business leaders and professionals for its 2026 Career and Technical Education advisory meetings. The sessions focused on aligning classroom programs with real-world workforce needs, giving faculty direct feedback on what employers expect from graduates. Advisory members also reviewed a wide range of programs, from healthcare and IT to welding […]
Read MoreIllinois GOP Pushes Bill On Property Tax Foreclosures
Illinois Republican Senate Minority Leader John Curran is backing a bill he says would protect homeowners from losing their property over delinquent tax foreclosures…
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