Southern Illinois Health Care Workers Protest Federal Cuts
Southern Illinois doctors, nurses and patients gathered outside Congressman Mike Bost’s Murphysboro office Thursday to protest federal Medicaid and Medicare cuts. Opponents say the reductions could cause people to lose coverage, force rural clinics to close and increase out-of-pocket costs. Murphysboro physician Jeff Ripperda says Jackson and Williamson counties could lose about one billion dollars […]
Read MoreUltimate Brick Show Returning to Marion
The Ultimate Brick Show returns to the Pavilion in Marion for its fourth year August 8 and 9. The weekend event will include Lego master meet-and-greets, hands-on activities for all ages, vendors and a wide variety of displays. Tickets cost 12 dollars online or 15 dollars at the door.
Read MoreJuvenile Seriously Injured in Perry County Crash
A juvenile driver suffered serious injuries Tuesday night in a single-vehicle crash in Perry County. The Missouri State Highway Patrol says a 2022 Honda Navi was traveling south on Route E, south of Route C, when it crashed around 10:20 p.m. The driver was taken for medical treatment. No other vehicles were involved, and no […]
Read MoreCarbondale Offering Free Fresh Food Boxes
The city of Carbondale will distribute free boxes of fresh food beginning at 8:30 next Friday morning, August 7, while supplies last. Residents may receive one box per household at the west parking lot of City Hall. Delivery is available for homebound residents with mobility challenges. Requests must be submitted by 5 p.m. Tuesday by […]
Read MoreSouthern Illinois Clinics to Offer Depression Screenings
Christopher Rural Health Planning Corporation will offer depression screenings and mental health education Wednesday, August 5, at clinics in Benton and Du Quoin. Staff will use a brief assessment to measure depression symptoms, with screenings also available for children 12 and younger. Patients may then schedule follow-up appointments to discuss counseling, medication and other treatment […]
Read MoreIllinois Extension Offers Master Naturalist Training
Illinois Extension will offer Master Naturalist training this fall. The program includes online coursework and local field trips covering geology, prairies, botany, birds and other natural resources. Classes begin September 1 and conclude with graduation November 10. An informational meeting is scheduled August 18.
Read MoreCarbondale Police Continue Search for Missing Woman
An update on a story we first told you about yesterday. Carbondale police are still asking for help finding 35 year old Tamara Sawyer, who has a condition that may place her in danger. Sawyer was last seen Wednesday afternoon on South Ninth Street in Murphysboro. She may be driving a white 2012 Toyota Camry […]
Read MoreSouthern Illinois Clinics to Offer Depression Screenings
Christopher Rural Health Planning Corporation will offer depression screenings and mental health education Wednesday, August 5, at clinics in Benton and Du Quoin. Staff will use a brief assessment to measure depression symptoms, with screenings also available for children 12 and younger. Patients may then schedule follow-up appointments to discuss counseling, medication and other treatment […]
Read MoreFederal Reserve Orders Changes at Iuka State Bank
Iuka State Bank and its Salem-based holding company have agreed to a Federal Reserve enforcement action following a May examination. Regulators cited problems with internal controls, credit risk, lending practices, capital, liquidity and anti-money laundering compliance. The bank must strengthen its risk management programs and submit a capital plan within 60 days showing how it […]
Read MoreIllinois Extension Offers Master Naturalist Training
Illinois Extension will offer Master Naturalist training this fall. The program includes online coursework and local field trips covering geology, prairies, botany, birds and other natural resources. Classes begin September 1 and conclude with graduation November 10. An informational meeting is scheduled August 18.
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