Storm survivors share wake up call in Harrisburg
Angela Capps and her children huddled in a closet after a 4:30 a.m. warning as severe weather moved through Harrisburg. She described thick humid air and damage from shattered windows and displaced sidewalk squares, thanking God they were safe. Roger Grumley woke to the blast radio and shielded himself in a bathtub before surveying the damage outside.
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Volunteer effort turns humble in personal reflection
The author describes a dramatic 36 hour period that humbled him and shifted his attitude after starting a moonlighting job at around 10 a.m. The piece notes his wife is a florist and refers readers to Winkelers page 5A.
Southern Illinois donors unite for storm victims relief
The Southern Illinois Community Foundation launches an online donation site thesouthern.com/donate to aid storm victims. Readers can access videos, photos, and Les Winkeler's firsthand storm stories for updates and funeral coverage.
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Faith and resolve at Harrisburg funerals for tornado victims
In Harrisburg, community mourns three tornado victims Jaylynn Ferrell 22 Mary Osman 75 and Lynda Hull 74. Thousands fill streets for funeral services as faith and communal support carry grieving families through the Saturday ceremonies.
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Cold Case Squad pursues leads in LaDonna Cooper murder
The 1987 killing of LaDonna Cooper, Bonanza Restaurant assistant manager, Marion, remains active as Cold Case Squad investigates. Williamson County Crime Stoppers offers a $1,000 reward for tips leading to arrests and convictions. Tips may be given via hotline 800-414-8477 or online at williamsoncrimestoppers.com.
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