2008 Woodie Awards
Protesters gather against U.S. presence abroadIllinois National Guard brigade to be deployed
Dozens of protesters made their way toward the Town Square Saturday protesting the war in Iraq and ...…
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Women's defense classes endNext class scheduled for spring
The last class of the year for the Rape Aggression Defense program met Monday night in the SIU Recreation Center Assembly Room.…
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Ameren may raise rates againCompany proposes increase just less than 10 percent
Less than one month after Ameren announced it would disconnect customers with unpaid bills, the company is looking to raise rates again.…
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Jackson County's shotCDC recommends everyone receive vaccine this season
So far, the only abundance of influenza in Jackson County is the vaccine to fight it. Staff from the Jackson County Health Department continue traveling to locations throughout Jackson County administering flu shots in preparation for the upcoming flu season.…
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Police continue manhuntTwo remain at large in connection to body found at Crab Orchard
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All dried upBar, keg bans in effect until Thursday
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University procedures outdatedHIPAA laws did not prevent university from family contact in recent death
The university's emergency call tree has not been updated in at least two semesters and there is no law that prevents university officials from contacting families in emergency situations.
University spokesman Rod Sievers said procedures were followed when Alex Booth, a sophomore from Quincy studying mechanical engineering, was found unconscious on Oct.…
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Survivors speak out against abuseSexual violence victims asks others to tell their stories
Tears still come to Jacque Hollander's eyes when she speaks about being raped 19 years ago.
Hollander, an advocate for survivors of sexual violence, led a crowd of about 100 people on a march down the Strip Friday at the annual Take Back the Night march and rally, an event that supports women who have been abused.…
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Corn production on the riseEthanol boom leads to increase
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Simon joins push for ObamaDaughter of late Senator campaigns in Iowa
Presidential hopeful Barack Obama recently got some assistance in his pursuit of the Democratic nomination from Carbondale residents. Sheila Simon, daughter of the late Sen. Paul Simon and a former Carbondale mayoral candidate, traveled to Keokuk, Iowa, to campaign for Obama.…
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Search begins for new city attorneyBerkbigler to take position in Edwardsville
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Expressing oneself through dance
Kids can express their talents in some of the most interesting ways. About eight groups of varying ages showed their dancing skills at the Bi-yearly talent show and competition at the Boys and Girls Club of Carbondale Friday, which donated all of its proceeds to the center.…
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Lifelong resident appointed Carbondale city attorneyCarbondale resident Michael Kimmel appointed next City Attorney
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Body found in Crab Orchard Wildlife Refuge
The body of Benjamin A. Slaughter, 26, of Carbondale, was found by Williamson County deputies in the Crab Orchard Wildlife Refuge, early Wednesday morning. Williamson County Sheriff's office was acting on information from the Carbondale Police Department about a possible abduction of several individuals from Carbondale Tuesday evening.…
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Help in its cornerHelpline to aid fight against domestic
Domestic violence victims anywhere in Illinois can now access services that were once only available in Chicago. In conjunction with Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Illinois Department of Human Services has recently expanded its Domestic Violence helpline to include all areas of Illinois.…
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Coming to America part 2: India (Video)Indian students adjust, accustomed to diversity
Several Indian students took part in an event that's a crucial part of their national heritage during the weekend - they played cricket. Aspen D'Costa, 24, a master's student from Bombay, said cricket is something that connects Indians. "It's the only thing that unifies everybody," he said.…
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Christmas spirit a little ealryStores begin stocking holiday merchandise months in advance
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Head Start Program pledges to put a book in every homeProgram aimed at pre-schoolers
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Hundreds turnout for Unofficial HalloweenPolice increase presence during celebration
Unofficial Halloween brought out witches, vampires and police officers to the strip. Most of the police officers, however, were in uniform and not costume. Hundreds of people donned costumes a week early Friday and Saturday night to celebrate Unofficial Halloween, which began as a Facebook group.…
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Grab a partner or two or even threeContra dancing attracts young and old
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Chamber opposes feeProperty managers feel licensing fee is unfair
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Photo feature: Haunted Trail
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Candidates to file for County officesElection filing begins Monday
The presidency may be on the mind of Hillary and Rudy, but re-election is the issue for seven Jackson County Board members.
Jackson County will begin accepting candidate petitions for the Spring 2008 primary on Monday, County Clerk Larry Reinhardt said. Positions open on the ballot include state's attorney, circuit clerk, coroner and the seven County Board seats.…
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Researchers look to coal for the futureSIUC workers look for alternative energy solutions
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