Flood fears rise as Big Muddy approaches crest in Southern Illinois
In Grand Tower and nearby towns volunteers mobilize to sandbag as the Big Muddy River nears crest this weekend. U S Rep Jerry Costello and Army Corps of Engineers reassure residents but Gov Rod Blagojevich calls for voluntary evacuations while locals brace against repeat flood memories from 1993 and ongoing river erosion.
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Bald Knob Cross faces Easter amid panel failures and legal fight
As Easter dawns at Bald Knob Cross, deteriorating exterior panels reveal rust and risk collapse. A legal battle over cross governance tensions lingers, while the Easter service remains the public focus among board members, fundraisers, and families tied to the landmark.
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Bald Knob Cross Easter Service Roots Run Deep
Easter Sunday has long defined Bald Knob Cross with founders Wayman Presley and William Lively shaping a gathering place for interdenominational Easter services. Lorene Lingle recalls Presley and Lively and the enduring legacy in Southern Illinois. SEE EASTER / PAGE 5A
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Hardin County teachers reach settlement ends 13 day strike
Hardin County students return to classes Monday after a 14 hour bargaining session leads to a ratified agreement between the Hardin County Education Association and the school board. ISAT testing continues through March 28 as the board reviews the deal.
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