Illinois invests in Shawneetown port to lift regional agriculture
Gallatin County hosts a new port facility aimed at revitalizing the Shawneetown port and Illinois freight. Gov. JB Pritzker calls the project a fight for a community left behind by coal decline. SGI River Terminals president Patrick Scates notes the site will serve local farmers and create jobs while Costello and Biagi stress fertilizer flow, farmer costs, and statewide economic impact.
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Route 13 construction to add bike lane linked to Greenway
IDOT urges caution as Route 13 near Crab Orchard is rebuilt to add a protected bike lane. The project aims to connect Marion to Carbondale via the Crab Orchard Greenway, with a completion target of 2028 and temporary closures at Cambria Road and Shawnee Trail.
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Court Street
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Grand Avenue
Banterra Bank Donates to Southern Illinois Youth Programs
Banterra Bank marks its 50th anniversary with gifts to area groups including the Boys and Girls Club of Southern Illinois in Carbon Dale and Marion. Dr. LaShonda Hubert, the club's CEO, praises the commitment as Banterra funds empower local youth. Additional July drives supported Marion VA Medical Center pantry, Paducah Cooperative Ministry, and Special Olympics Missouri. Banterra contributes over $1 million yearly to charities and educational groups.
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