Southern Illinois poll shows shift to Republican support
The Paul Simon Public Policy Institute unveiled a poll of 400 registered voters across 18 southern Illinois counties from Feb 14 to 22. It shows growing independence or undeclared affiliation and rising Republican vote support, with institute director David Yepsen hoping for annual surveys to track attitudes.
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Little Bullet makes a complete recovery
In Benton the terrier mix Bullet, shot recently in a neighborhood, has recovered fully after treatment. Public support surged following the incident and a call for safety accompanies reports on the case and ongoing investigations.
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Reward Offered for Information on Terrier Shooting
A reward totaling 300 dollars is offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person who shot the small black terrier mix nicknamed Bullet. Call Franklin County animal control at 618 439 9197 or Benton police at 618 435 8131 with tips.
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Marion mayoral race tests pensions strain city budget
As Marion prepares to elect its next mayor, the winner will confront rising police and fire pension costs near one million dollars annually, funded mainly by the city's real estate tax take. The Southern notes pension pressures and points readers to candidate interviews online.
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Arbondale Civic Center hosts large SIU fish fry fundraiser
The Arbbondale Civic Center drew a packed crowd for a fish fry fundraiser supporting SIU baseball. The event, raising 13 000 to 15 000 dollars, included an auction with signed baseballs from stars such as Reggie Jackson and Ichiro Suzuki. Coach Ken Henderson praised the high turnout and community support. In sports, LIU blew a two run lead in the ninth and lost to Dallas Baptist 6 5. See SIU page 5A.
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Winter temperatures dip as sleet dusts Southern Illinois
A cold air surge returns after a brief warm spell in Southern Illinois bringing a dusting of snow and sleet early Friday. Meteorologist Rachel Trevino of the National Weather Service in Paducah notes the contrast with a warm snap and highs about 15 degrees above normal. Two ducks drink at Herrin City Park puddle amid the unsettled weather.
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