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The Southern Illinoisan reports on a range of local items including a gunman’s petition denial in Marion, a 20 year jail deal in Alexander County, and police guidance for students on alcohol rules in Carbondale. It notes a state Medicaid challenge, plus Opry history saved and a full-page comics update. Weather details accompany daily forecasts.
Blagojevich Approval Rises in Poll Amid Budget Fight
Gov Rod Blagojevich sees a jump in approval to 51 percent in the latest poll from 46 percent in May, despite conflicts with lawmakers over a state budget and overtime session. The article notes rising support as residents respond to fee increases, prison threats, and other state issues, with readers urged to vote on The Southern’s site.
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Murphysboro Couple Killed in I-57 Wreck
Clarence Gene Rogers 71 and Maybell Anne Rogers 72 died in a car crash on Interstate 57 near Effingham while returning from a grandchild christening. Gene, driving south four miles from Effingham, veered off the road, overcorrected, and was Tboned by Patricia Leggett 67 of Keystone Heights Florida. Leggett was hospitalized for injuries.
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Driver in fatal wreck facing fifth DUI
Franklin County authorities say Roy Rowe Rone of Benton is the suspected driver in a fatal Aug. 18 crash that killed 43-year-old Ray Dead Cluck. Rone, hospitalized in St. Louis, faces aggravated DUI charges as the case explores who drove the vehicle. Cluck, a Benton resident, died at the scene after the car left Licata Road and hit a steel fence.
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Herrin Park Board Eyes Final Pool Plan With Spear Corp
Herrin Park Board plans to finalize a deal with Spear Corp of Indianapolis to build a new public swimming pool at the city park. The board meets at 7 p m at the park office as trusted support from local officials grows, led by Park Board President David Rancilio.
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