Joplin Tornado Toll Echoes Across the South
Gary Metro recalls the Joplin tornado that killed 132 and left 156 missing, destroying thousands of buildings, while Southern Illinois faced a near miss as a deadly storm tracked across the region. He notes historical mega twisters, the Tri-State event and Johnstown flood, and reflects on safety and climate chatter.
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Readers invited to share opinions on editorials online
The notice invites comments on editorials via www.thesouthern.com/opinions and by email to gary.metro thesouthern.com, requesting name, address and telephone number if comments are to appear in the newspaper.
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Illinois single payer health care urged by editor and professor
DAVID E. CHRISTENSEN of Carbondale argues for a single payer system in Illinois, distinguishing it from socialism and urging legislators to pass Mary Flowers HB 311. He cites Medicare as a model, notes insurers’ profits, and calls for citizen advocacy to back universal health care.
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Bible prophecy theme on Middle East wars and Daniel
Reader letter argues 2011 Middle East fighting fulfills biblical prophecy from Daniel and Ezekiel. Claims Obama acted with UN support, warns of Ethiopia war and global powers clashing with Israel and Jordan as signs of end times.
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ChildCare Resource and Referral program highlighted
As a SIUC parent and childcare student I share a local Gold en opportunity in 15 Southern Illinois counties. The CCR and Referrals agency connects providers with families, offering education scholarships trainings background checks referrals and workshops to improve access to safe quality affordable childcare.
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Letters Policy and contact details for readers
Letters to the editor are limited to 250 words and must be signed with a telephone number. Submissions may be sent by email or mail to the Carbondale Murphysboro De Soto or Williamson County offices. Libelous or personal attacks are not published. Editor contacts: Gary Metro and Mark Fiitton.
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