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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 2002
Page
1
Local news recalls a famed Carbondale coach and local sports figure who shaped generations with his leadership and impact. The obituary notes his long career, community involvement, and enduring legacy in Southern Illinois athletics and education.
Jim Curry of Nashville waits for his state income tax refund after mailing March 20 seeking over 800 dollars for furniture. State Revenue spokesman cites slowed processing and downturn in receipts as the cause.
The $1.3 million Herrin City Library project nears finish after a year of work. Eight inmates from the Du Quoin Impact Incarceration Boot Camp helped move books and shelving during closure. The expanded facility doubles in size with more than 7,200 square feet added to the original 5,200.
Herrin City Library at 120 N 13th St is closed this week to finish remodeling and will reopen Monday. Regular hours run Monday to Thursday 1 to 8 pm and Friday and Saturday 1 to 7 pm, with Sunday closed. A community work day is planned Saturday 9 am to 5 pm to assist. A formal dedication is being planned for late July or early August.
Police seek two white male suspects in a Marion shooting after an apparent robbery attempt at the West White Street apartment. Darrell Hurley, 46, was shot in the lower abdomen and airlifted to St. Louis for treatment. other residents were unharmed. Police urge tipsters to call 993-2124.
William Frank Payne 88 died after a Father’s Day feature in The Southern Illinoisan highlighted his strong work ethic and influence on children Betsy Payne Varis of West Frankfort and William Frank Payne Jr. of Murray Kentucky. Interviews and photos were done mid June. his passing came within a day of those sessions.
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