Mayor Dillard reflects on career and life after office
Carbondale mayor Neil Dillard, 62, plans leisure and home repairs after finishing decades in public service. He recounts long tenure at SIUC and state and national civic roles, notes salary of 9000 dollars, and describes dedication to meetings, community dialogue, and ongoing diversity efforts including NAACP involvement and a planned Human Relations Commission.
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IAEA Inspectors to Leave North Korea Amid Defiance Crisis
The IAEA said North Korea is still defiant and that inspectors would depart by Tuesday after North Korea told them to leave. ElBaradei noted diplomacy remains possible and the IAEA board in Vienna will consider referring the matter to the Security Council on January 6.
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Dillard Reflects On Carbondale Progress And Frustrations
Mayor Neil Dillard cites jobs as his top disappointment for graduates while praising progress like the 200 S Illinois Ave city hall center. He recalls controversial traffic work on West Walnut and the success of University Teletrack revenue, and notes tough campaigning to secure a final term.
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Jim) Edgar
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SIUC Faces Faculty Strike Looming as Negotiations Stretch
Professors prepare for a possible Feb 3 strike amid tense talks with SIUC administration. Wendler urges salary parity with peers but cites tight state finances. Gregory blames past admin decisions for decline and warns of chaos and reputation damage if a walkout occurs while classes may be disrupted.
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