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Newspaper

Southern Illinoisan

Location

Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Apr 13, 2004

Page

4

SIU Carbondale MBC turnover tests fan patience

In the wake of Bruce Weber and Matt Painter leaving for bigger programs, SIUC faces churn as a mid major school. The departures spark concern about sustaining success and attracting top coaching talent.

Saluki Weber Painter Carbondale SIUC

SIUC names Lowery to lead Saluki basketball program

SIUC Athletics names former Saluki player Chris Lowery as head coach amid a series of quick transitions by Athletic Director Paul Kowalczyk. The move aims to stabilize the program, leveraging player familiarity, mid major experience, and potential national exposure to boost recruitment, revenue, and regional impact.

Saluki Nation SIUC Weber Painter Saluki Chris Lowery Lowery

Letters Policy and Contact Info for Southern Illinoisan readers

The Southern Illinoisan invites reader letters up to 250 words submitted by email or typewritten. Include name and hometown and a verifiable telephone number. We reserve the right to edit and do not publish poetry or mass submissions. Mail and contact details for newsroom and advertising are provided.

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Marion school board faced questions over actions and contracts

Readers critique the Marion school board for alleged conflicts of interest in a 2003 teacher contract, a 2.3 million life-safety bond process favoring a local firm, and a long‑standing bank account transfer. The letter urges local firms be given fees and services first, and warns against cronyism and nontransparent decisions.

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Jerry and the hungry veteran by the roadside

Jim Muir recalls a brief encounter with Jerry, a Vietnam veteran panhandling at a busy intersection. He buys Jerry a sandwich and learns the man is headed to Florida in search of work and warmth, expressing hope that a change of scenery and a decent job might improve his luck.

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