Man guilty of 2008 murder in Marion case
Charles Davis pleaded guilty to first degree murder in the September 2008 stabbing death of Andrea Heiken. Judge John Speroni sentenced him to 35 years in prison with three years mandatory supervised release, credit for time served, and potential trial-related testimony noted by officers.
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Marion
Charles Davis
Andrea Heiken
Davis
John Speroni
Jerry Adams
Jallon
Heiken
Catholic Schools Emphasize Service During Observance
Rich tradition schools in the region stress community service this week as Our Lady of Mount Carmel marks celebrations. Herrin’s Herrin school reaches its centennial this year while St. John the Baptist Grade School in West Frankfort promotes faith in daily lessons and service. Kevin Spiller, principal, notes the integration of Jesus teachings across subjects to foster helping others.
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Paul Newton
Allison Jones
Our Lady of Mount Carmel School
Herrin
Ken Schaefer
Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Faith & Values
Kevin Spiller
ST. John the BapTist Grade School
West Frankfort
Obama Speech Spotlight Click and Connect Story
A brief story invites readers to watch President Barack Obama’s full speech via the Click and Connect feature on the site, highlighting accessibility and online availability for the audience.
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Poshard defends SIU funding amid Obama tuition remarks
SIU President Glenn Poshard says Obama erred in threatening punishment for tuition hikes as federal funding shrinks. He notes rising costs burden students and cites dwindling state support for higher education in Illinois while Obama pushes an overhaul of aid.
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Barack Obama
SIU
Glenn Poshard
Illinois
University of Michigan
Obama
Marion County board chair collapses during State of the County speech
Brent Gentry, Williamsorm County Board Chairman, collapsed about 10 minutes into his State of the County address at the Marion Senior Citizen Center. He was treated at Herrin Hospital ER after sweating and fainting, later saying a cold and sinus issues contributed. He remained lucid after medics arrived and planned no immediate rescheduling, noting preparations for the new prison opening in mid February.
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Williamson County Board
Brent Gentry
Senior Citizen Center
Gentry
Herrin Hospital
Williamsorm County
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