Carbondale City Offices To Close For Good Friday
City offices in Carbondale will be closed Friday, April 3 in observance of Good Friday. Officials say regular operations will resume Monday, April 6, while emergency services will continue without interruption. Residents can still pay utility bills online or use the 24-hour drop box at City Hall during the closure. City leaders also recommend checking […]
Read MoreCrews Battle Large Brush Fire In Buckner Illinois
Fire crews yesterday, worked to contain a large brush fire in Franklin County. The blaze burned more than 40 acres near Buckner, with multiple departments responding to the scene. Zeigler Fire Department crews deployed an engine, UTV, and additional resources to fight the fire. No word yet on what may have sparked the flames.
Read MoreCarbondale To Host Week Of The Young Child Kickoff Event
Carbondale is set to celebrate young children and families with a community event this weekend. “Children’s Day in the Park” will kick off the Week of the Young Child on April 4 at Attucks Park, running from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Organizers say the event will feature music, crafts, games, and community resource tables, […]
Read MoreSIU Alumni Donate 250 Thousand Dollars For Student Center Lounge
A Southern Illinois love story is giving back in a big way. Bob and Pat England, who met on campus more than 50 years ago, are donating 250 thousand dollars to Southern Illinois University. The gift will fund a new student lounge inside the SIU Student Center, designed as a place for students to gather, […]
Read MoreTed Nugent To Perform In Marion This Summer
Rock musician Ted Nugent is set to take the stage in Southern Illinois this summer. He’ll perform at the Marion Cultural and Civic Center on Thursday, July 16 at 7 p.m. Tickets go on sale online starting at 10 a.m. this Friday. Nugent is also scheduled to appear in Poplar Bluff, Missouri in May as […]
Read MoreIllinois Completes Statewide Upgrade To Next Generation 911
Illinois officials say all 169 emergency call centers across the state have now transitioned to Next Generation 911, marking a major overhaul of how emergency calls are handled. The system replaces older voice-based networks with a secure, internet-based platform designed for faster and more accurate response. State Police Director Brendan Kelly says the upgrade reflects […]
Read MoreCarlyle Approves Electric Rate Increases For System Upgrades
Residents in Carlyle will soon see higher electric bills after the city council approved phased rate increases. The plan includes a 2 POINT 5 percent hike starting April 1, followed by another increase in December, aimed at covering maintenance and equipment costs. City officials say upgrades include generators, trucks, and electrical infrastructure, while rates will […]
Read MoreCentralia Business Expo Draws Dozens Of Vendors
The Greater Centralia Chamber of Commerce brought in crowds over the weekend for its Regional Business Expo at Kaskaskia College. More than 60 vendors took part, showcasing products and services from across the area. The event also featured food trucks and prize giveaways, giving attendees a chance to support local businesses while enjoying a community […]
Read MoreClinton County Student Entrepreneurs To Showcase Startups
Student entrepreneurs in Clinton County are preparing to launch their businesses at the upcoming CEO Trade Show on April 10. Thirteen high school students will present startups they’ve developed through the county’s CEO program, highlighting products ranging from robotics kits to specialty foods and custom designs. The event runs from 4 to 7 p.m. at […]
Read MoreFinney Found Guilty In Mount Vernon Murder Case
A Jefferson County jury has found 52 year old John W. Finney of rural Mount Vernon guilty of first-degree murder in the 2025 shooting death of his wife. Jurors deliberated about three and a half hours before returning the verdict. Prosecutors say the conviction includes a firearm enhancement, meaning Finney now faces between 45 years […]
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