Former Salukis Coach Kenny Kill Named NIU Head Coach
One of Southern Illinois University history’s most successful coaches leaves Carbondale after guiding the Salukis from basement status to prominence. Kenny Kill is named NIU head coach, moving from FCS to FBS. He departs amid thanks from SIU as he accepts the new higher level challenge.
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Kill Accepts NIU Head Coaching Job
SIU officials discuss athletic life without Kill as he agrees to become the Northern Illinois University coach. He called the move a dream fulfilled after meetings with SIU leaders and an aggressive financial pitch, then accepted and was unveiled as NIU’s 20th coach amid NIU’s football emphasis.
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SIUC spring registrations reach 90.84 percent
SIUC reports as of December 10 that 90.84 percent of students have registered for spring. Student count registered totals 11,767 toward a target of 12,953. For Fall 2008, applications rose 11.8 percent for freshmen, 11.2 percent for transfers, and 13.2 percent for re-entries.
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SIUC enrollment up as spring and fall trends rise
SIUC enrollment gains continue with more than 90 percent of eligible students registered for spring and a 12 percent rise in fall applications. Fall 2006 saw a 12 percent jump in freshmen with overall on campus enrollment up 303 students. Carmen Suarez and enrollment staff are credited for the improvement, aided by statewide recruiters and SIUC volunteers.
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Lock it up simple steps to prevent theft at home
Home security tips outline quick steps to deter burglars when residents are away. Clean entrances, lock doors and windows, set lights on timers, avoid publicizing absence, install a door viewer, and maintain visible property security practices for resident safety.
Former Carbondale killer linked to 1978 Marion murder
Timothy W. Krajch, 63, already serving 40 years for the 1982 murder of SIUC student Deborah Sheppard, is connected to the May 12, 1978 death of Virginia Lee Witte in Marion. Witte was found strangled with knives likely from her home. DNA evidence linked Krajch to multiple unsolved killings across Illinois.
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Margie Call
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Derek Schnapp
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Marion Police Department
Paul Echols
Gene Goolsby
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Illinois lawmakers mock idea of state buying Wrigley Field
Southern Illinois and Springfield lawmakers reacted with disbelief and sarcasm as reports said Tribune Co might sell Wrigley Field to the state. Gov Blagojevich discussed the sale with Tribune executives while cities face tax revenue shortfalls and the state sits more than 1.8 billion behind.
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