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Southern Illinoisan

Location

Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Aug 01, 2025

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Copeland Named Carbondale Police Chief

Anthony Copeland, originally from Baltimore, rises through western Kentucky ranks at Paducah PD and will become Carbondale chief on Sept. 2. He replaces retiring City Manager Stan Reno, whose hiring triggered a nationwide chief search extended past June. Copeland praises the thorough process and community growth.

Carbondale Baltimore Anthony Copeland Kentucky Paducah Copeland Ager Stan Reno Reno

Carterville Hosts National Night Out at Cannon Park

Carterville residents are invited to National Night Out from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Cannon Park. Police Chief Kendall Hollister says the event lets residents meet officers, firefighters, and EMS personnel in a relaxed setting to boost public safety and community ties.

Carterville Cannon Park Kendall Hollister Paul Wilcoxen

Williamson County hires Baker Tilly as external auditor

Williamson County commissioners unanimously appointed Baker Tilly as the new external auditor, replacing Meyer & Associates. The firm brings Illinois government audit experience and aims to improve communication and accountability amid prior delays caused by departments, especially the sheriff, in providing timely records.

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Sesser Wins 588K Federal Grant For Water Main Replacement

The city of Sesser secured a 588,918 grant from the Delta Regional Authority through its Community Infrastructure Fund to replace an aging water main. Mayor Jason Ashmore announced the award, saying the project will improve water reliability and service for residents and businesses across the city. The CIF supports public works to boost safety, resilience and quality of life in eight Delta-region states.

Sesser Jason Ashmore Delta Regional Authority DRA Ashmore Community Infrastructure Fund CIF

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