West Frankfort Hospital bid abandons reopening effort
UMWA backed plan collapses as At Home Health aborts attempts to reopen UMWA Hospital in West Frankfort after failed funding at city state and federal levels. Heibner cites rejections by Heartland Regional Medical Center and other St. Louis area hospitals. City officials explore new buyer while facing $300,000 in default judgments and looming March 30 auction of AHH properties.
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At Home Health
Woolard
West Frankfort
Southern Illinois Healthcare
AHH
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Umwa Hospital
Heibner
Franklin County
Banterra Bank
E. Oak St
Crosswalk Community Action Agency
SIH
West Frankfort Community Hospital
Job fair draws 650 plus as employers seek talent
JALC hosts a career fair with more than 650 attendees seeking openings across industries. Employers including Aisin Light Metals, Southern Illinois Healthcare, Kroger, and Old National Bank showcased dozens to over 100 positions, highlighting demand for healthcare, management, and skilled trades. Prospective workers emphasized resumes, first impressions, and education as key to securing roles.
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Culver
Aisin Light Metals
Marion
Ed Daech
Southern Illinois Healthcare
Kristin King
SIH
Haynes
Nikki Perschbacher
Old National Bank
Carterville family survives blaze as home damaged
A Carterville family escaped a fast spreading fire that damaged a front yard and garage area. Firefighters controlled the flames after about three hours with investigations ongoing. The Red Cross and church members provided aid while insurance helps the family, who plan to stay in a hotel until housing is found. Residents seek household items and clothing donations at 1025 S Division St Carterville.
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Carterville
Red Cross
Faulkner
Christian Covenant Fellowship
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
S. Division St
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