SIUC Eager to Open State Entrepreneurship Center in Carbondale
SIUC officials expect to obtain one of Gov Blagojevich s proposed Entrepreneurship Centers by year end amid delays. The DCEO notes planning is cautious with UIC as first site and SIUC Edwardsville Rock Valley Champaign Urbana Western Illinois as other centers. SIUC aims to open a center by September with funding hoped over the summer.
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Tourism Road Show highlights Illinois travel push
Deputy tourism director Jan Kostner urged promotion during National Tourism Week tour ending in Carbondale. She noted a travel decline but stressed boosting attention to attract visitors. Illinois saw 83.5 million tourists earning about $1.1 billion and supporting over 312,000 tourism jobs statewide.
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Illinois Tourism Push Aims To Boost Travel And Jobs
The Illinois Bureau of Tourism offers free resources and a 2003 travel guide with regional highlights and coupons valid through Labor Day. Officials cite post 9/11 shifts, a return to road trips, and marketing emphasizing experiences to attract visitors from Michigan Indiana Missouri Wisconsin California and beyond. Local leaders like Carbondale mayor Brad Cole back expanded marketing to showcase Civil War sites and nature retreats.
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Gasoline prices jump 20 cents across region
Gasoline prices rose about 15 to 20 cents a gallon in Southern Illinois towns with many stations at 1.29 to 1.38 per gallon before rising to about 1.53 by Wednesday. Archives show regional differences with Carbondale and Marion previously at 1.28 to 1.32, while last year smaller towns averaged around 1.45. Summer demand and holidays like Memorial Day and the Fourth of July contribute to spikes.
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Gas prices rise as crude oil climbs after Riyadh bombings
Prices jump toward summer as crude oil costs surge following multiple car bombings in Riyadh Saudi Arabia. Distributors blame the oil price increase for higher gasoline rates. Travis DeNeal reports.
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Behr Behrwood Sealant Settlement Finalized in California
In a class action from Stockton, Behr Process Corp. will pay up to 107.5 million dollars in cash and certificates for Behr wood sealants. Judge Carter P. Holly approved the deal May 7, covering products promoted mildew resistance on exterior wood surfaces from 1991 through 2002. Eligible buyers must file by Sept. 1, providing purchase proof and property square footage. claims info at 1-877-637-5997 or behrsettlement.com.
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West Frankfort drug bust nets six federal arrests
After an early morning raid in West Frankfort six Franklin County residents face federal charges for conspiracy to manufacture and distribute more than 500 grams of methamphetamine. A seventh, Alana L. Eldridge, faces state charges. Authorities say more arrests are pending as Project Safe Neighborhood coordinators and multiple agencies continued the probe.
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Academy applications available for service academies
High school juniors may obtain application materials from their congressman for U S Service Academy admission. Applicants must secure a nomination from a representative or senator. For details contact a representative or senator. Deadline is November 15.
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