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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 26, 2013
Page
1
Proponents tout hydraulic fracturing as an economic boon for Southern Illinois while opponents warn of regional ruin. As proposed state regulation moves toward a vote, questions arise about its impact, benefits, and risks for communities.
The Southern Illinoisan begins a comprehensive look at a deal where firms may have spent 150 million dollars acquiring and titling land. The report notes tens of thousands of well paying jobs could arise but flags concerns over the technology geology and regional infrastructure readiness for heavy development.
Local athletes claimed state titles at the weekend state track meet. Chester senior Kyle Landon won Class 1A in both long jump and high jump, clearing 6-10 to defend the title. Carmi’s Michael Brown captured Class 1A 800 meters with a late sprint. In Class 2A, Harrisburg’s D J Duncan won the 110 high hurdles and Massac County’s Alex King topped the high jump at 7-1, each overcoming prior struggles.
The State of Illinois marks the 60th anniversary of the Korean War with monthy releases from the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency the Department of Veterans Affairs the Korean Memorial Association and the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library. Spokesman David Blanchette notes the effort began in 2010 to honor Illinois veterans by publishing names of those killed in action 60 years ago the war's key developments and Medal of Honor recipients across state outlets. The project covers 54 246 American deaths including 1 754 from Illinois and aims to preserve memory before veterans pass away. The report highlights Pfc. Richard G. Wilson of Marion as an Illinois Medal of Honor recipient and references a monument to southern Illinois veterans unveiled on Sept. 11 2010.
John A Logan College convenes committees and stakeholders to finalize a five year strategic plan. President Mike Dreith cites 1500 surveys and focus groups guiding 16 to 18 improvement projects focused on student success and better management practices for staff evaluation and goal setting. The plan aligns with data gathered and flags potential institutional issues to address.
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