Santa's local helpers bring cheer through civic appearances
Santa Claus lookalikes Terry and Sue Givens of Murphysboro tour area day cares and civic events, sharing joy with children. Terry began growing his beard in 1976 and later wore the full suit, while Sue designed a Mrs. Claus outfit. Their work with groups like the Murphysboro Elks has boosted their demand.
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Sue Givens
Murphysboro
Sue
Terry
Mrs. Claus
The
Murphysboro Elks
Santa
Frankfort principal headed for Iraq in March
John Hixson, principal at Frankfort Community High School for four years, will report to Iraq in March after joining the U S Navy Reserve following the September 11 attacks. Commissioned as an officer on September 11, 2005, he holds the rank of lieutenant junior grade and is based in Millington, Tennessee. He will undergo further training after reporting February 1.
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John Hixson
Hixson
Frankfort Community High School
Iraq
U.S. Navy Reserve
Marble Hill
Millington
Tenn
Steve Jahnke
Southern Frankfort Community High School
Weather blamed for 19 deaths in Midwest
A weekend storm brought heavy snows and arctic winds, causing multi vehicle crashes, highway closures, and hundreds of flight cancellations. At least 19 deaths were linked to the icy blast as power outages spread across Wisconsin and travel remained hazardous into Monday amid forecasts of worsening conditions for the Northeast.
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Illinois
Midwest
Chicago
O'Hare International
Wisconsin
New York
AccuWeather
Southern Illinoisan
Bell ringers keep going through Christmas Eve
John Reed of Marion has manned Carbondale Salvation Army kettles for seven years. Dressed in a Santa hat he rings outside Wal-Mart as donors drop in bills, relying on a $100 monthly assistance check. Reed and fellow ringer Eugene Sparks are paid for their time and live at Marion Housing Authority. Reed calls the job both income and outreach, noting ten hour shifts can bring cramps yet he shakes to Christmas tunes to keep spirits bright.
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North Pole
Terry
Chuck Novara
John Reed
Marion
Salvation Army
Carbondale
Wal-Mart
Reed
Eugene Sparks
Marion Housing Authority
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Greg Goins
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Oman Emarremren
Abby
Ana
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