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Thankful leaders share gratitude from Southern Illinois
The Southern Illinoisan gathers remarks from local figures across Carbondale Franklin County Du Quoin Herrin and Murphysboro detailing what they are thankful for this Thanksgiving. Marilyn Martin praises freedom and family, while Mayor Neil Dillard cites world peace local progress and health. Police Chief Paul Carlson lists faith country family and duty, and Du Quoin Mayor John Rednour Sr. notes family financial stability and safety. Herrin Mayor Vic Ritter lauds residents and low unemployment. Marion Clerk Liz Strobel marks 10 years cancer free and values family and freedom. Murphysboro Mayor Ron Williams emphasizes community health and pride. Elizabeth Lewin Carbondale educator values service and children’s education.
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Southern Illinoisan
Marilyn Martin
Mary Lou
Carbondale
Neil Dillard
Dillard
United Nations
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Southern Illinois University
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Franklin County
Paul Carlson
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John Rednour
Rednour
Herrin
Vic Ritter
Murphysboro
Ron Williams
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St Andrew Church
Elizabeth I. Lewin
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