Blair murder trial moves toward start as motions continue
Defense motions to re open quash of arrest and suppression of statements by 31 year old Thompsonville man Smith proceed as Judge Loren P. Lewis sets Sept 5 for another hearing. Prosecutors will present testimony from a second psychiatrist while trial is slated for Sept 22. Indigent status granted and state to pay expert fees. Smith remains jailed on a 1.3 million bond.
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Franklin County
Graham Quadruplets Support Each Other During Mom Degree Quest
Susan Graham of Graham family earns a college degree while raising quadruplets. Her husband Eric shares parenting duties, helps with study time, and the family relies on extended relatives and employers who accommodate late hours. The quads Nolan and Jordan, identical twins, plus two others add constant activity and challenges. The piece highlights resilient parenting, logistics, and community support.
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Grahams
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Roeder
Susan
Trish Welch
Brandon
Bob
Glenda Sheffer
Olmsted
Dave
Brenda Graham
Jordan
Nolan
Marion warns of bank scam letters from Protective Security Co S.A
Marion officials describe a questionable mailing offering a service to receive funds from bank accounts. The letters carry phone numbers and urge action but authorities advise not to respond and to report to the Marion Police or postal inspector. Progress on calls and complaints remains limited as investigators warn the public about risks of sharing bank details.
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Protective Security Company
S.A
Moss
T.J. Warren
Marion
Elbert Simon
Morgenthaler Wife Waits as Anglers Face Storms at Bayou Segnette
Debbie Morgenthaler travels with husband Chad for the Bayou Segnette event near New Orleans. She rose at 3:45 a.m. to attend the launch and passes time by antique shopping and socializing with other anglers’ families amid storms and long separations. Chad’s rise from fireman to pro fisher remains a source of pride and nerves for their family.
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Bayou Segnette
Debbie
Royal Street
Debbie Morgenthaler
New Orleans Arena
Michelle Boler
Morgenthalers
Carbondale Fire Department
Jay Velas
Roland Martin
Roland
Fishburne
ESPN2
Comine Up MONDAY 8 4 Page One
Southern Illinois features several of the state’s best bridges, highlighted on Page One with notes on design history and local impact. The piece profiles notable spans, their locations, and engineering significance.
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Southern Illinois
Too many region women face abuse, page one report
A Sunday page one overview highlights a troubling rise in abuse against women in the region, detailing impacts on families and communities. The feature examines support gaps and resources available to survivors while profiling efforts to raise awareness and safety. It also spotlights an Eldorado craftsman keeping his shipbuilding craft alive through handmade canoes, showcasing resilience and small business persistence.
Mind and Body Taste Features Jerry Bradley Currying Favor
A Tuesday Mind and Body column explores a restless vacation mindset and a taste note on a spicy curry by Jerry Bradley. It highlights a new Indian restaurant and Bradley's efforts to win attention with a distinctive spice blend.
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Jerry Bradley
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