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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 15, 2003
Page
2
NASA reports the moon will enter Earth's shadow at 11 p.m. and be fully eclipsed by 12:13 a.m. Friday. For 53 minutes the moon will glow red, with total emergence at 3:15 a.m. Forecasters expect decent viewing despite some high clouds, better chances farther north.
Testimony linked Farrell and an accomplice to planned shootings in future robberies. Evidence included weapon recovery behind Farrell's home and Adcock's belongings. Prosecutors seek adult court due to offense severity and juvenile history. defense moves to suppress statements and sever cases.
A reader alerts The Southern Illinoisan to a caption misnaming Steve Sabens, superintendent of Carbondale High School, who led a tour of the new building. The Wednesday photo caption should reflect Sabens correctly. Readers are invited to report errors via the hotline and contact numbers provided.
ShowPlace 8 debuts as the first stadium style theater in Southern Illinois with six total JBL speaker channels and two 18 inch subwoofers behind the screen. The 600 seat Varsity theater remains larger only in overall capacity, while ShowPlace 8 boasts a 38 foot curved screen and wall to wall projection. Six channel sound plus Dolby Digital EX in the two largest auditoriums promises enhanced cinema experience with rear channels for Star Wars and The Lord of the Rings. A hidden chiller behind the concession counter cools soft drink water to 36 degrees for faster ice usage.
Dozens gathered for one final screening at The Varsity Theatre as it closes after 63 years. Patrons recalled art deco charm and hometown memories while staff transition to other Kerasotes venues, with some hoping the space becomes a dollar or art house theater.
City officials and developers discuss options for the Varsity as Kerasotes eyes its future, while nearby venues like the Copper Dragon and Gymnastics Academy reopen in former theater properties. The Normal Theater thrives under city ownership with classic and independent films and event rentals.
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