Miss Illinois Scholarship Pageant to return to Marion in 2012
Amalia Schwerdtmann announces the pageant will return to Marion in 2012. She, along with Miss Illinois 2011 Hannah Smith and Miss Illinois Outstanding Teen Robin Summers, spoke at Marion during the Artstarts ribbon cutting and praised the city’s hospitality.
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Child Death Task Force Reaps $150,000 for 2010 Pilot
The Southern Illinois Child Death Investigation Task Force received $150,000 from the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services to fund a pilot program assisting local agencies in child death or life threatening injury investigations through June 2010. Local law enforcement agencies praise the task force for its invaluable expertise guiding investigations.
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Norway police hunt after island massacre and Oslo blast
A man dressed as a police officer killed at least 80 people at a youth camp on Utoya island following an Oslo explosion that authorities say was carried out by the same suspect. Police said the full toll was unclear for hours but later confirmed at least 80 dead on Utoya.
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Dart League Members Smoke Break After Law Takes Effect
In Herrin, Teddy's In-house Dart League members stepped outside for a smoke break during a gathering at Teddy's Sports Bar & Grill. Illinois smoking ban began Jan 1 2008, but some patrons across Williamson and Franklin counties remain noncompliant, as darts staff like Stephen Ragsdale recounts his experiences behind the Williamson County tavern bar.
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Sweltering Heat to Persist Across Region
Excessive heat warnings linger as temperatures climb into the mid-90s with heat indices up to 105. A 20 percent chance of showers today, 40 percent Sunday for storms, and a drop to the mid-70s at night. Ameren Illinois reports record electricity use amid the heat, urging customers to conserve energy and stay safe.
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