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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 2008
Page
9
A light page breaks up the news with a puzzle spread inviting readers to try a fresh crossword and a Sudoku challenge. The item notes relaxing activity, ropes in readers for leisure time, and signals a feature aimed at casual engagement.
Rashawn Haynes, a former Shawnee Correctional Center inmate, was convicted of attempted unlawful possession of a weapon by a person in DOC custody on Jan 16. He turned in a homemade knife Sept 24, 2007, claiming it was to be the hero. He pleaded guilty and faces three years with two years mandatory supervised release, to run consecutive to existing sentences, delaying his March release to late 2009. The story also notes Red Day promotions and a GED fast track at Shawnee Community College.
The writer wraps a busy Las Vegas week after attending the Miss America pageant. Reactions ranged from love to disappointment as the event tried a different format. He reflects on the after party, deadlines, and hunting for a meal after a long night, ultimately skipping a long buffet line for another restaurant.
In Murphysboro the National Barbecue Association's Awards of Excellence drew entries from 32 states, with over 100 sauces and rubs judged at Mike Mills' 17th Street Bar & Grill. Rend Lake College Culinary Arts students led the tasting as Becky Streuter, association vice president and three time organizer, guided the event.
The National Barbecue Association hosts a sauce contest with 29 judging categories. Results are announced at the Feb 21 national convention in Austin Texas. Entrants for Awards of Excellence can win People's Choice Awards judged by public tastings and ballots.
Williamson County officials plan a tougher dog ordinance as stray dog counts rise. Commissioner Brent Gentry notes almost 800 strays in 2007, nearly double 2002. Current $20 impound fee with $10 daily per diem would rise to cover costs, with a $5 increase yielding about $4,000 yearly. Upcoming meeting will consider the raise. Commissioner Barnett stresses penalties to deter repeat offenders. Animal control supervisor Watts notes staff respond to abuse calls and work with owners, aided by local rescues and adoption events.
Meredith Rhoads of the Carbondale Chamber presides at The Science Center of Southern Illinois reopening in University Mall. The celebration highlights include wind and ocean demonstrations, a dinosaur dig, live animals, and a fish tank activity while volunteers describe the center as a minds' challenge and a community effort led by Pam Madden and staff.
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