Marion Guardsman Excels in Army Best Warrior Tryouts
National Guardsman Derrick Detrick from Marion excels as competitors vie across physical fitness endurance warrior tasks rifle proficiency and Army history knowledge. He trains daily studies an hour a day five days a week and endures a 10 mile road march with a 35 pound pack under coach and mentor Sgt First Class Benjamin Ragan. Detrick won regionally and advances to the national event July 29 at Fort Benning Georgia to contend for a slot in the Department of the Army Best Warrior competition.
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Illinois House passes Medicaid tax measure to offset costs
The Illinois House approved Senate Bill 2194 by a 60 to 52 vote to raise cigarette and tobacco taxes and fund Medicaid. The plan would total about 800 million with matches and include a hospital tax generating 100 million, aimed at closing a 2.7 billion Medicaid shortfall. Gov. Quinn praised the action amid GOP opposition and timing concerns.
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McGraw to Headline Southern Illinois Concert in Sparta
Flores promotes a country music bill anchored by Tim McGraw and featuring Bentley Ford The Farm and James with a mix of country and rap. Tickets go on sale Wednesday at Southern Tickets and by phone. proceeds benefit St Jude. Flores aims to make Country Fest an annual, regionally extended event.
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Universities face funding cuts prompt campus strain
Illinois State University spokesman Jay Groves warned the impact of budget cuts will take weeks to show. Southern Illinois University would see state funding fall to 203 million, a 45 million drop over a decade, risking more unfilled faculty and staff positions next year. SIU President Glenn Poshard called the cuts a difficult position and pledged adjustments.
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