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Bus Driver, Students Okay Following School Bus Incident in West Frankfort Wednesday

WEST FRANKFORT – An incident involving a school bus happened in West Frankfort Wednesday morning. According to West Frankfort School Superintended Matt Donkin, there was an issue at a bus stop in which adults who were not riders were alleged to have boarded the school bus. Law enforcement was contacted. Donkin says the students and

Carmi Woman Arrested on Two Warrants Tuesday

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CARMI – Carmi Police made a warrant arrest Tuesday afternoon. According to a Carmi Police report, officers received a 911 call from a woman who had entered a home without permission in the 1100 block of Sycamore Street and requested assistance as the woman was not making sense. Officers arrived and located 26-year-old Lashayna L.

Suspects Sought in Early Monday Morning Home Invasion in Carbondale

27JanuaryBarry

CARBONDALE – Carbondale Police are investigating a reported home invasion that happened early Monday morning in the 800 block of North Marion Street. Police say two unknown suspects forced their way into the home, displayed handguns and demanded property. They left the home on foot in an unknown direction of travel. The suspects were described

Public Health Officials Announced Tuesday 3,667 New COVID-19 Cases in Illinois

27JanuaryBarry

SPRINGFIELD – 3,667 new COVID-19 cases, including 87 additional deaths, were reported by the Illinois Department of Public Health Tuesday. Currently, IDPH is reporting a total of 1,108,430 cases, including 18,883 deaths, in Illinois. The preliminary seven-day statewide positivity for cases as a percent of total test from Jan. 19–25 is 4.6%. The preliminary seven-day

Williamson County Board Expecting to Appoint New Circuit Clerk at Thursday’s Meeting

26JanuaryBarry

MARION – The Williamson County Board is expected to accept the letter of resignation from former Williamson County Circuit Clerk Austin Crabb and appoint her replacement when it meets Thursday morning at 10 at the Williamson County Administrative Building Boardroom in Marion. Crabb resigned over the weekend after she was arrested for DUI and other

State Sen. Fowler Promoting ‘Valentine’s for Seniors’ Program

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HARRISBURG – Area schools and church groups are joining in to create Valentine’s cards for seniors living in nursing homes and other care facilities. Ray Watt reports. “Valentines for Seniors” is an effort spearheaded by State Sen. Dale Fowler of Harrisburg. Senator Fowler says the general public is also welcomed to participate. You can drop

COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic for Hamilton County Set for Wednesday

26JanuaryBarry

MCLEANSBORO – The Hamilton County Health Department will have a drive-thru vaccination clinic for the following group of prioritized Phase 1b individuals Wednesday from 1 to 4 p.m. This is for individuals aged 65 years and older. It includes those in education (congregate child care, Pre-K through 12th grade): teachers, principals, student support, student aids

Public Health Officials Monday Reported 2,944 New COVID-19 Cases in Illinois

26JanuaryBarry

SPRINGFIELD – 2,944 new COVID-19 cases, including 49 additional deaths, were reported by the Illinois Department of Public Health Monday. Currently, IDPH is reporting a total of 1,104,763 cases, including 18,798 deaths, in Illinois. The preliminary seven-day statewide positivity for cases as a percent of total test from Jan. 18–24 is 4.7 percent. The preliminary

2021-22 SIC Scholarship Deadline is Feb. 28

25JanuaryBarry

HARRISBURG – Southeastern Illinois College in Harrisburg is reminding new and returning students that the deadline for 2021-22 SIC Scholarship is Feb.28. Officials urge students to not miss their chance to earn scholarship money that does not have to be paid back after graduation. SIC offers over $600,000 annually in academic, talent, and athletic scholarships.

Carmi City Council to Approve Housing Grant at Special Meeting Thursday

25JanuaryBarry

CARMI – The Carmi City Council will hold a special meeting Thursday night at 5:30 at City Hall. The purpose of the meeting will be to accept a resolution for a grant from the Illinois Housing Development Authority’s Strong Community Program.