Pinckneyville mayor’s remarks spark Catholic church upset
Column One reports mayor statements triggering Catholic church outrage in Pinckneyville. Marion news notes a coalition seeking more state funds for nursing homes. Southern Illinois warns of heightened terror alert with little traveler impact. Education spending plan proposed, prison captains funded. B B King wins top entertainer. Saluki baseball reaches MVC Tournament title game. Weather: mostly cloudy with 70s highs and 40 percent rain chance.
The Southern Illinoisan Wins General Excellence Award 2002
The Southern Illinoisan is announced as the 2002 winner of the Illinois Press Association General Excellence Award. The recognition highlights broad journalistic quality across sections such as news, features, sports and opinion.
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Illinois Senate approves Rend Lake audit bill 55 to 0
The Illinois Senate passed Senate Bill 841 calling for a state audit of the Rend Lake Conservancy District. Auditor General William G. Holland would review the district’s finances after a district audit found former General Manager Kevin Davis paid beyond authorization, amid over 500000 in alleged misuse. Davis led the district since 1994 and served as comptroller since 1972. Senator Larry Woolard, facing pressure, backed the move after previously opposing the audit. The measure now goes to Gov Blagojevich following House approval.
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Last Central high class bids farewell to old building
235 seniors form the final class to graduate from Carbondale’s old Central High. The 1923 main building and 1922 yearbook era hold memories as the new campus opens June 2. Graduation is at 8 p m at SIU Arena with seniors boarding buses for a Six Flags trip.
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Herrin Schools Deep in Debt Amid Construction Drive
Herrin Unity School district carries debt from new elementary and high schools and additions totaling over 12 million of the more than 45 million dollars spent on construction and renovations in seven years. The district expects to pay the debt for ten more years as state aid tightens. Superintendent Mark Collins notes health and safety gains justify the spending despite deficit years starting 2000 01 and a state funding reduction last year.
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Sorenstam Misses Out in PGA Tour Debut at Colonial
Annika Sorenstam ends her historic Colonial debut with a 4 over 74 in round two, finishing 5 over for 145 and tied 96th after a late bogey run, four shots shy of the cut amid a teary exit. She drew cheering crowds and a standing ovation as Kenny Perry and Dan Forsman led after two rounds.
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Tax cuts a 330 billion rebate and tax relief package
Congress passes a 330 billion tax cut package with rebates and lower rates for families and new breaks for businesses and investors. The vote in the Senate was 51-50 after Vice President Cheney broke a tie. the House approved 231-200. Bush promises to sign next week. about 136 million taxpayers to benefit.
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