Vergennes Village-wide yard sale and town events day
A village wide yard sale runs 8 a.m. to noon at 618 559 7327. Williamson County Sheriff's Office hosts an 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. handgun safety class at 404 N. Van Buren Marion for up to 16 residents, call 618 997 6541. Book sale 9 a.m. to 4 30 p.m. at Marion Carnegie Library with Friends of the Library contact 618 993 5935. Workshops 9 30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Carbondale Public Library features a Digital Community History session, lunch provided by 217 244 8203. Junk in the Trunk Fun Run at Vienna Ball Fields 10 a.m. supports Feed My Lambs. entry 15 dollars adults 10 dollars under 18. Paducah Lower Town Arts and Music Festival runs 10 a.m. to 10 30 p.m. at 7th and Madison. details at lowertownamf com. Barnes and Noble Carbondale hosts author Herb Russell signing 1 to 3 p.m. for The State of Southern Illinois. Rib barbecue fundraiser at Grace United Methodist Church 5 30 p.m. proceeds for Dr Fasa in Indonesia. call 618 457 8785 or visit gunec net. Trivia Knight at Carterville Community Center 7 p.m. features Hyatt Community Team and Night's Shield Shelter. entry 100 per team. dinner available 618 998 2344.
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Public library seeks teens to join advisory board
Carbondale Public Library invites youths aged 12 to 18 to join its Teen Advisory Board which suggests programs, events and teen area plans. The next meeting is 6:30 p.m. May 31 in the library meeting room, snacks provided.
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Commander takes over Scott AFB wing change of command
At Mascoutah base near St Louis Col David L Almand assumed command of the 375th Air Mobility Wing succeeding Col Michael J Hornitschek during a Friday ceremony. Lt Gen Mark F Ramsay who leads 18th Air Force on base praised Almands passionate leadership per the Belleville News Democrat via AP.
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David L. Almand
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St. Louis
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Belleville
Relay aims to raise 52000 for cancer research
A relay fundraiser reports fewer teams this year yet describes participants working twice as hard to reach a $52,000 goal for cancer research educational programs patient aid and advocacy through the American Cancer Society in Southern Illinois.
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Southern Illinois
American Cancer Society
Community rally supports relay for life survivors
Local donors and American Cancer Society efforts unite as participants like Mohr and Lee emphasize hope and community. Mohr pledges ongoing involvement with survivors yearly to push toward a cure while sharing stories that inspire others to join and fundraise. Contact 618 998 9898 for help or donations.
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Carbondale Celebrates Bike to Work Day and Bike Fest
Carbondale residents celebrate Bike to Work Day with quotes from participants about fitness, commuting by bicycle, and social benefits. Organizers note a Bike Fest at the Boys and Girls Club at 250 N Springer St with free helmets for kids and lunch at 11 15 a.m. May is National Bike Month.
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Rend Lake Pump Station and Water Contracts Update
The Corps and state agency outlines a 70 million gallon daily water allocation with sub contracts to the Rend Lake Conservancy District and a mine. Current withdrawals total under 25 million gallons per day, with potential full draw still leaving substantial lake capacity. Mitigation near Licata Road included removing invasives and planting hardwoods. Attempts to contact mine officials failed. An environmental assessment reviewed the Beckymalk Gmail project.
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Licata Road
City Denies Home Dog Grooming Permit Amid Traffic Debate
Carbondale residents clashed as the council denied a permit for a home based dog grooming business tied to Smith. Supporters warned of traffic and safety concerns while opponents called for limits, with four council members voting against the permit and three for it. The council’s ruling urged by staff followed debates over neighborhood impact and parking.
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