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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 2002
Page
4
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A Johnston City high school graduate received the Associated Colleges of Illinois Humanities Fellowship for scholastic achievement. Adam Kee, a McKendree College sophomore in Lebanon studying theater vocal performance and English, was nominated by college faculty and showcased in a brief on local culture. The piece highlights community theater talent in Southern Illinois and celebrates regional arts beyond high school basketball.
Mary Fisher of Marion calls for more research on privatizing prisons and asks Gov. Ryan to state governors candidates positions. She notes private Nashville incident and cites Illinois sites Inn Tamms Pinckneyville Lawrence Grayville to argue against private operators, saying jobs and economy motivated site choices. She urges ongoing Southern coverage.
Ronald D. Davis of Spangdahlem Germany urges higher conduct standards for coaches in public school sports amid concerns about teardown methods, secrecy, and duty to protect children. He links local reform hopes to expose improper ties involving figures such as Jerry Costello and notes uniform travel issues for military members.
Johnston City Indians face upheaval after high school basketball coach Kenl Peebles is suspended and then dismissed following a players revolt at the West Frankfort tournament. More than 100 attend an emergency school board meeting as fans question due process and school priorities.
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