Blagojevich compares budget fight to extra innings
Springfield: Gov. Rod Blagojevich warns a budget plan failing to meet his goals would be dead on arrival as lawmakers rush to meet an Aug. 8 deadline and avert government shutdown. He says only a balanced, school and health care oriented budget should pass, while lawmakers argue over timing.
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Marion city eyes strong end to fiscal year on sales gains
City treasurer Steve Hale reported May and June sales tax revenue at just over 2 million dollars, about 244 thousand more than last year, signaling an estimated 1.4 million extra revenue over 12 months. He credited Wal Mart Supercenter and Menards for the rise while cautioning caution on future pace.
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Herrin Grade School and Herrin Middle Set Back-to-School Registration
Registration begins for Herrin Grade School and Herrin Elementary for grades 2-5 with 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday. K-5 registration Friday at North Side Primary Center. Sixth grade pick up schedules and ID photos Wednesday at Herrin Middle School. Seventh and eighth graders Thursday at the middle school. Seniors through freshmen schedule pickups Aug 9–14. Freshmen need health and immunization certificates. Fees range from 25 to 35 dollars by grade. New physicals and dental exams required for specified grades. early dismissal applies for K-8 and high school at school start.
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Southern Illinois choir to sing at Cardinals game
The Southern Illinois Children's Choir will sing God Bless America at Busch Stadium during an Aug 8 Cardinals Padres game as part of a camp event hosted by Southern Illinois University Carbondale. Tickets are $30 for general, $20 for campers with bus transport, registration $55 and T shirt $10.
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Edwardsville student seeks bond cut in Virginia Tech note case
Olutosin Oduwole a 22 year old Southern Illinois University Edwardsville student asks a judge to lower his 1.1 million bond on a note threatening a murderous rampage similar to Virginia Tech. He remains jailed on 1 million for the threat and 100000 for unrelated computer fraud and theft charges. He pleads not guilty and is due in court Friday.
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