Tilden moves to replace aging water tower with USDA loan
Tilden plans an 150,000 gallon water tower, new pump station and 8 inch water main with a low interest $80,000 loan from USDA Rural Development. The project will serve 600+ customers along Illinois 13 and improve fire protection, water pressure and supply. Caldwell Tanks and Hater Plumbing honored contracts. Farmer's Home Administration loan covers remaining costs.
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Tilden
United States
Department of Agriculture
Office of Rural Development
Don Etling
Verna Rieckenberg
U.S
Jerry Costello
Dbelleville
USDA
Costello
Etling
Clarmin
Illinois 13
Marissa
Kaskaskia
Caldwell Tanks
Louisville
Hater Plumbling
Okanville
Farmer’s Home Administration
Pyatt crowned Miss Perry County Fair at Pinckneyville
Nicole Pyatt, 17, of Pinckneyville won the Miss Perry County Fair title crown on Tuesday. First runner-up Rachel Brock earned Miss Swimwear. second runner-up Brittany Yates was Miss Interview. Pyatt received a $1,000 scholarship and will advance to the state pageant. The 2004 Little Miss Perry County Fair title went to Kylee Sizemore, 5, with Amelia Eisenhauer as first runner-up. The fair ends today in Pinckneyville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pinckneyville
Nicole Pyatt
Rachel Brock
Barbara
Gary Brock
du Quoin
Brock
Brittany Yates
West Frankert
Jim Steely
Jan Yates
Amber Ebersohl
Nancy Ebersohl
Stacey Trinkle
Maureen
David Trinkle
Chelsea Helvey
Tammy
Gilbert Helvey
Pyatt
Kelly Klindworth
Laura
Brett Klindworth
Ali Porter
Savanna James
Rhonda
Chris Eisenhauer
Maddy Hawkins
Dr. Wayne
Casey Hawkins
Paige Higgerson
Cutler
Kim
Ronnie Higgerson
Perry County Fair
Caitlin Asbury
Lindsay Asbury
Jill
Bill Asbury
Leslie Tennison
Debra
Jon Olinger
Tina
Gary Tennison
la Chrisha Dunmeyer
Monica
Scott Isom
Darcie Brand
Judy
Donnie Brand
Brenna Williams
Evette Williams
Mark Neal
Abbeye Odom
Nancy and
James Odom
Kylee Sizemore
Perry County
Dawn
Steve Tanner
Alexis Lilly
Marsha
Paul Lilly
Gabrielle Porter
Julie
Dane Porter
Laura Isom
Megan Kelley
Jeff
Tania Keller
Paige Weis
Amy
Mike Weis
Madison Whitley
J.C
Jimmy Whitley
Daisy Dudek
Pam
Tony Dudek
Gabbi Vordtriede
Brad Vordtriede
Anna Beth Batson
Chrissy
James Batson
Ashley Hill
Cha
Debbie Hill
Emily Dixon
Anita
Clay Dixon
Ashley Maxey
Terry
Police in Iowa decline charges in former Carbondale woman's death
Waterloo police will not file criminal or traffic charges after an independent review of the Feb. 6 snowplow death of Cheryl Ann Gray, 43, who was walking in the 1700 block of Mulberry Street. Autopsy ruled blunt force injuries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Carbondale
Waterloo
Cheryl Ann Gray
Yagla, McCoy & Riley
Thomas Jennings
Steven Crook
Crook
Human Resources Department
Black Hawk
Jennings
Iowa Department of Transportation
Iowa Department of Public Health
State Medical Examiner’s
Independent Counsel
Gray
Mulberry Street
Free fruit program for seniors across Southern Illinois
Senior citizens aged 60 plus with monthly incomes under 1400 for single or 1926 for two can receive coupons in July. Coupons redeemable at West Town Mall Carbondale, Keyes City Park Du Quoin, Benton public square, and Marion Senior Center lot with specific days and times. Call 888 895 3306 for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southern Illinois
Carbondale
Keyes City Park
du Quoin
Public Square
Benton
Marion Senior Center
Marion
AFSCME Contract Sparks Debate On Domestic Partner Benefits
SIUC doctoral student Gangnon, church leader in Carbondale, says proposed AFSCME contract would recognize same sex partners for benefits, arguing marriage excludes many couples. Union members vote on ratification before June 30. leaders seek approval amid a broad state workforce group.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gangnon
SIUC
Church Council
Church of the Good Shepherd
Carbondale
Steeleville hosts varied Fourth of July weekend events
Steeleville plans a busy Fourth of July weekend with a Little Egypt Carnival, live music nightly from Overboard ROWYCO and Country Gents, three American Legion senior baseball games against Orient Sparta and Chester, a 3K race starting at 9 40 a.m. parade at 11:30 a.m. and 10 p.m. fireworks. The parade theme is open and features color guards bands and politicians.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Legion
Steeleville
Orient
Sparta
Chester A
Steeleville high school honors retiring business teacher Shannon
A long time Steeleville High School business teacher Darlene Shannon retires after 34 years of service while battling breast cancer. Former students recall her dedication and humor, including the famous Shanny finger. She plans to remain FBLA adviser and state chairwoman while slowing down.
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Shannon
Carbondale
Business Leaders of America
Dell
Lauren Chadderton
Steeleville High School
FBLA
Darlene Shannon
Steeleville Eagles Club
W. Broadway
Connie Dolce
Steeleville
Cindy Ramsey
Ramsey
Warriors
Cardinals
Ireland
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Christ Mathis
Mathiss
Hcis
Dale and
Cathy Pyatt
Pinckneyville High School
Jeff Reinitz
Southern
Farmer’s Markets
West Town
Afscme
Malkovich
Thesouthern
Little Egypt
Overboard
Rowyco
Jim Ward
Ward
Kristen
Cates
Dolce
South
Madison Street
Suite B
David Bose
Dr. Bose
Stanley Medical College
University of Madras
Madras
India
St. Mary's Medical Center
Evansville
Indiana
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