Eddie Allen's Fiddlin' Owl Show Boosts Reading in Region
Eddie Allen hosts a radio program between Springfield and St. Louis featuring gospel and bluegrass guests, local historians, and authors. Herb Russell, noted Edgar Lee Masters expert and John A. Logan College executive director, praises Allen's interview style and his literacy mission. Allen reveals dyslexia sparked his love of reading and now brings children on air to read stories, fostering early literacy with help from family and friends.
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Murphysboro Shootings Prompt Arrests in Violent Standoff
Two suspects were arrested after a fatal shooting in Murphysboro linked to tensions between local groups. Tipton died from a single chest wound. autopsy results due in weeks. Flowers were left at multiple sites, and community members urged prayers for unity.
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Housing authority director says developments are safe
Jackson County Housing Authority director Tyler Young says public housing developments are like any neighborhood with diverse residents and common issues. He notes a recent shooting in Bridgewood was unusual and that drug activity is driven by dealers who come to the developments to sell and move on.
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West Nile virus found in Edgar County Illinois
State public health officials say West Nile is probably in every Illinois county but confirmed in only three this year with Edgar as the first downstate county. The discovery followed a county worker submitting a dead crow for testing under a state surveillance system begun in May to track birds and alert officials. Last year the virus appeared in 138 birds and two horses across the state.
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Rescuers credited for saving Johnson after near drowning
Darrell Pool and Renee Robinson acted quickly to CPR a young girl found lifeless after disappearing underwater at a crowded beach. Johnson regained a pulse and began breathing as EMS transported her to hospital. Franklin County officials praised the volunteers for saving her life.
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Accuracy Hotline For Reporting News Inaccuracies
Readers are invited to report errors in The Southern Illinoisan via the accuracy hotline. Call 529-5454 Ext. 5176 from Jackson County or 800 228-0429 Ext. 5176 from elsewhere to submit corrections or concerns about published content.
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