Memorial honors miners killed in disaster with candlelight service
A large crowd in Southern Illinois recalled 257 miners who faced the blast and rescue efforts. Families shared memories as photographs glowed on screens and a candlelit reading of names followed a 7:35 p.m. moment of silence.
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Economy ends tough 2011 on a surprising upswing
The year closes with a stronger economy as jobless claims ease and hiring accelerates. The unemployment rate drops to 8.6 percent, while employers add at least 100,000 jobs for five consecutive months. Small firms hire, and consumer spending rises amid a potential housing upturn and cheaper gas.
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SIU plans new Student Services Building on campus entrance
Chancellor Rita Cheng announced a $36 million project funded by student services fees to begin as soon as spring weather allows with a target completion in January 2014. The two story parking garage near Anthony Hall will be removed and the new building will reshape the campus entrance, with demolition already underway and fencing around the site.
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Obama and Boehner clash over two month payroll tax cut
President Obama urged Speaker Boehner to back a two month stopgap payroll tax cut to avert a tax increase and unemployment losses for millions. Boehner pushed for a full year extension, while Senate Democrats had passed a two month measure. The White House signaled talks would pause for the year.
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Kellerman not on leave amid Perry County case
Perry County Sheriff Kellerman, in office since 1998, has retained attorney Thomas W. Mansfield of Reed Heller Mansfield to represent him in a Jan. 12 appearance in St. Clair County Circuit Court. The public indecency charge stems from a Caseyville city ordinance, not a state crime, with county officials unavailable for comment.
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Veterans Affairs reports fewer homeless veterans aided
VA spokeswoman Peggy Willoughby says regional homelessness decline tracks national trends though many veterans and families have nontraditional housing needs. VA coordinates with community and government partners to reach those in need and aims to meet its 2015 goal. 618-351-5823.
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