Flood risk rises near Grand Tower amid Big Muddy levee repairs
Rainfall pushes Big Muddy flood risk as U S Army Corps of Engineers repairs a levee section near Grand Tower. A smaller coffer dam is in place but residents fear it may not withstand a crest expected around 31 feet. Mayor Ellet notes the town’s pump system helps but a levee breach would be dire as Mississippi Crest looms near 47 feet by late April.
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Quinn
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Bald Knob Cross marks 75th Easter celebration and lighting revamp
The Bald Knob Cross Easter sunrise service reaches its 75th year with a restored cross and bids for a lighting revamp aimed at energy efficiency. Lorene of Cobden recalls Myrta Clutts’ piglet donation that funded the project. The event draws thousands and features speakers and past passion plays, reflecting a diverse, evolving community tradition in Southern Illinois.
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SIUC expands global outreach via centers and alumni
SIUC maintains international recruiting through centers in China India and Taiwan with staff paid by partner universities and strong alumni involvement. Malaysia saw rising enrollment as alumni spread SIUC word and potential students, while virtual fairs connect applicants from China India and Latin America.
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China
India
Taiwan
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Malaysia
Chaithanya Katta
Hyderabad
Osmania University
Katta
Latin America
Xiuying Cai
Zhangzhou
Cai
University of International Business and Economics
Beijing
UIBE
Carbondale
Simon: Lieutenant governor reflects on first 100 days
Lieutenant governor reflects on her unconventional path to office and her focus on education. She notes strong interest in community colleges and her plan to visit every Illinois code community college, starting at John A. Logan College in Carbondale with an open house at her district office.
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Perry Knop
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Carbondale
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Illinois 13
Springfield
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