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Southern Illinoisan

Location

Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Aug 15, 2025

Page

2

Oasis branding expands at Star Bond district in Marion

Zimbro and Rodney Cabaness lead Oasis Retail and Entertainment projects within the STAR Bond district at Marion's Illinois Star Centre Mall. Feasibility studies by Johnson Consulting project 556000 visitors annually and over 300 million dollars in direct spending, as Roadhouse Harley-Davidson departs Mount Vernon for a broader dealership launch and city partnership remains strong.

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Local EV service expands in Marion with PMR rollout

PMR adds high voltage battery diagnostics, charging system checks, HVAC repairs and EV specific maintenance after Nicole and Shawn Miskelley see more Teslas locally. Four technicians completed hours of online coursework and 24 hours of hands on training to handle battery work motor drive diagnostics and other EV tasks. The program aims to reduce trips to St Louis and bring specialized EV care to Southern Illinois customers. Officials including Mayor Absher and Rep. Jacobs praise the expansion and PMR’s growth since 2013.

Miskelley Shawn Miskelley St. Louis Marion Nicole Miskelley PMR Mike Absher Absher Paul Jacobs Illinois

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