Unemployment trends in Southern Illinois show December rise
Unemployment rose in all but two counties in December 2001 with Perry posting the largest increase, while statewide jobless rate climbed to 5.9 percent and Illinois cut 15,000 jobs. IDES economist Mike Vessell cites later seasonal layoff effects and ongoing construction activity driving the local economy.
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Jobless rates for December by county
December unemployment rates and month over month changes for counties: Alexander 7.5 percent with a 0.1 point rise, Franklin 6.9 up 0.2, Gallatin 4.7 up 0.1, Hardin 5.2 up 0.4, Jackson 3.9 up 0.6, Jefferson 5.4 down 0.2, Johnson 4.7 up 0.6, Massac 4.3 up 0.4, Perry 8.0 up 1.1, Pulaski 7.7 up 0.3, Randolph 5.2 up 0.8, Saline 6.3 up 0.6, Union 5.7 up 0.9, Washington 3.6 up 0.3, Williamson 5.0 up 0.6.
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Super Bowl prep drives sales across Carbondale stores
Carbondale retailers report brisk demand for big screen TVs and Rams gear ahead of the Super Bowl. Terrence Keene notes five large TVs reserved by Wednesday at Rent One, while Changing Seasons sees no early rental surge. JCPenney’s David Hindston says Rams jerseys fly off shelves and plans a postgame restock if the team wins. Rodney Mifflin will skip the game to lead a firefighter training day, cooling expectations for party gear sales.
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County tax bills may go out as early as July for 2002
A Jackson County task force heard that 2002 tax bills could be mailed in July or August after changes to assessments. Grand Tower delays hold up notices due to AmerenCIPS and local school district funding. Officials noted past battles with late bills and double escrow issues, aiming to ease taxpayer burden.
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Local gas price battle pits independents against big refiners
Veach and Bailey describe how large operators with their own refineries push cheaper wholesale costs, while independents like Veach sell at 93 cents a gallon and lose money. Bailey fears Casey’s Jonesboro entry endangers his station. The writers reflect on local loyalty and the pressure to pay more at the pump.
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Jury awards Prudential Life settlement after deceptive sales suit
A Miami federal jury awarded about $66,000 to two families in a suit alleging deceptive sales practices by Prudential Life Insurance Co. No punitive damages were awarded. The trial involved four families who rejected a 1997 class-action settlement, with one beneficiary criticizing the outcome as a miscarriage of justice.
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