Editorial policy and contact details for The Southern Illinoisan
The Southern Illinoisan outlines Letters to Voice of the Reader guidelines signature, word limit, and verification needs. It lists contact methods for letters, tips, subscriber services, classifieds, and display ads, plus newsroom phone numbers and ownership by Lee Enterprises.
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West Frankfort alderman urged to resign over absence
Citizens press West Frankfort to replace Doug Moore, finance commissioner, who lives in Mississippi while drawing a 600 monthly city paycheck and 560 health insurance, having attended only two meetings this year. Voters say his absence harms city business and trust. Moore cites mixed feelings and distance as factors, but calls for stepping down grow.
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West Frankfort
Doug Moore
Moore
Mississippi
Green Party on ballot sparks debate and media critique
Jim Muir notes statewide Green Party candidates filed 35000 signatures, surpassing the 25000 needed, with Rich Whitney as gubernatorial nominee. He urges candidate inclusion in debates, critiques biased press releases from state agencies, and calls global warming coverage into question while defending the theory’s status.
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Carbondale
Rich Whitney
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Judy Baar Topinka
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SIU Basketball Support Aimed at National Prominence
A letter argues SIU must boost athletics funding to raise national profile and boost donations, alumni support, and recruitment. It defends Coach Lowery’s salary, credits coaches Herrin to Lowrey for renewed pride, and links sports success to regional prestige, while criticizing past governance and national politics.
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Honest people still exist in world says grateful letter
A reader thanks the unknown finder who turned in a lost wallet in Carbondale. He recalls a prior fear of loss, praises honest behavior, and credits authorities for recovering his wallet intact. The note features columnist names and references to The Southern Illinoisan.
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