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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 2004
Page
1
Column outlines Keyes position to end the popular election method for choosing a U S senator, signaling a push for an alternative selection requiring statewide reforms. The proposal would reshape how senators are chosen and spark political debate across states.
Local news item notes Chester Ward pleads guilty to vandalism in the town. The section previews weather with a sunny to partly cloudy pattern for the region, highs in the 70s and 80s, calm winds, and cooler overnight lows in the 50s, plus subscription info for The Southern Illinoisan.
Abby Ottenhoff said Gov. Blagojevich is exploring an exclusive state beverage contract to sponsor all state property including 1,300 vending machines. The plan aims to generate revenue beyond taxpayer funds through a single beverage program pending formal information requests.
SIU C track coach Connie Price-Smith recalls four Opening Ceremonies as former Olympian Fred Orlofsky felt the most pressure during the Games. John Magera’s march drew local interest and boosted Olympic style archery, with Lee Stewart and others watching eagerly. Local archery shops report rising interest and customers, as residents hope to see Magera on screen.
In Springfield, efforts to ban gay marriage via a constitutional amendment stalled as lawmakers split over motive. Rep. Bill Grunloh cites national relevance and tradition, while Rep. Bill Mitchell blames House Democrats for shelving the measure. Equality Illinois calls the push political, noting shifting public opinion.
Lori Swiney of Du Quoin, living in Orlando, rode out Hurricane Charley with eight others after evacuation from Walt Disney World. She described frantic store scenes with bread, water, and batteries depleted as the storm neared landfall.
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