Blagojevich says misconduct is limited by line
Gov. Rod Blagojevich defended his administration as limited to isolated acts while a federal probe uncovers credible witnesses about hiring fraud in state agencies. His inspector general cited Zaldwayn Scott and Joe Cini in manipulating titles and credentials to aid patronage.
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Southern Illinois pools heat up region as summer swelters
Public pools in Marion and Du Quoin report strong attendance with daily crowds in the hundreds as heat drives residents to cool off. Carbondale weighs adding a city pool, with a survey planned to gauge interest, cost willingness, and management options.
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Rend Lake hosts time travel games at visitor center
At Rend Lake a Saturday event by the U S Army Corps of Engineers offered games and toys from before electricity and video games. Visitors sampled ninepins dominoes and Jacob's ladder with park ranger Tim Bischoff noting ties to Lewis and Clark era life and Native American history. Children Cassie Johnson and Paige King tried run and scream while praising old style play. The corps plans more summer activities including a July 8 living history reenactment of Lewis and Clark figure George Drouillard.
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American Profile debut in The Southern Illinoisan this Tuesday
The Southern Illinoisan previews the weekly American Profile magazine debuting Tuesday. It covers American history places of interest and health among other topics. The cover story highlights a long time flag maker with 160 years of hand weaving flags including ones used on the moon Lincoln casket and Iwo Jima.
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