Plan for school consolidation faces funding hurdles
The State Board of Education seeks increased funding for consolidation and regional offices amid a push to reduce state support. Proposals include boosting from 3.7 million to 4.6 million, while Quinn's budget would cut regional office funding, amid incentives that encourage districts to merge.
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District 95 candidates to meet Saturday in Carbondale
Parents and residents are invited to Turley Park in Carbondale on Saturday from 2 to 3 30 p m to meet several Carbondale Elementary School District 95 board candidates and hear their answers The event offers bead bracelet making for children and snacks For more information call 6183050649 The Southern
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Libyan Students Demand Gaddafi Ouster for Democracy
Libyan students worry over family news and funding losses as a UN asset freeze halts country funded scholarships. They back U S and NATO actions to end the regime and seek a democratic Libya with peaceful international ties.
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Libyan officials defect as Gadhafi regime cracks
Libyan officials report key leaders resigning as Gadhafi faces defections and a crumbling inner circle. Rebels claim momentum after retaking Brega while opposition figures urge more officials to defect and seek alternatives to the regime.
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Limited U S role urged in Libyan rebel aid debate
Defense leaders told Congress the United States should avoid arming Libyan opposition and turn core airstrike duties to NATO. The Pentagon urged non U S nations to supply training and weapons if needed, citing uncertain rebel unity and insufficient information. Obama had not ruled out arms, while Gates opposed arming them.
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NAACP Candidates Forum at Karma C Hayes Center
At a Karma C Hayes Center forum tied to Carbondale elections the panel discussed education gaps and the lack of black male teachers. Councilman Fritzler argued city and schools are separate while noting exit of Black professionals from city departments. The panel also weighed funding for after school programs and tax revenue.
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