Anna-Jonesboro Claims Back-to-Back SIRR Title Over Pinckneyville
Anna-Jonesboro ended 48 to 28 over Pinckneyville to seal back-to-back undefeated SIRR Mississippi Division championships. Jake Pecord scored two touchdowns and ran for 96 yards while Rik Hicks and Lucas Hileman combined for 241 rushing yards. See Page 10.
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Carterville Lions rout Hamilton County in BD Conference clash
Carterville 57 Hamilton County 6 as Ryan Mason rushed for 124 yards and four touchdowns to keep Carterville undefeated in the Black Diamond Conference. Brandon Crawford added 153 yards and three scores for the Rangers in their first win. Ryan Scott's blocked punt return produced Benton’s second quarter touchdown.
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Lawmakers skeptical of state police layoffs
Illinois lawmakers and State Police officials debated Gov. Blagojevich's threat to lay off about 1,800 troopers if budget bills fail. Trooper patrols and crime investigations would be severely reduced, sparking political debate over the likelihood and impact of such cuts.
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Saluki fans ignite Maroon Madness at SIU Arena
Fans packed SIU Arena for Maroon Madness as the Salukis showcased a dunk contest, 3-point shootout, and two eight-minute scrimmages. Dr Bill Hankinson from Springfield shared pride in SIU basketball after traveling to Columbus with the team.
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SIU Arena hosts Maroon Madness hype with TV boost
Slideshow coverage of a night of Madness at SIU Arena in the Missouri Valley Conference previewing players such as Josh Bone Carlton Fay and Nick Evans. Gina Risley predicts a Final Four while ESPNU and Steve Bardo boost exposure as SIU celebrates a banner noting six NCAA trips since 2001, eighth most wins and best home record.
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Carterville WWII pilot Maurice Gentry to be laid to rest
Maurice Emil Gentry, a 26 year old United States Army Air Force pilot from Carterville, went missing in 1943 when the plane he co piloted vanished. The aircraft was located in New Guinea in 1951 and the crew remains were identified by DNA in 2005. A memorial service is set for 5 p.m. Monday with a funeral at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Riggin Pillatsch Funeral Home on Division Street.
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SIUC chancellor defends plagiarism resolution
Chancellor Fernando Trevino said SIU officials followed the right path in a months long review of a plagiarism claim against President Glenn Poshard. The SIU Board of Trustees unanimously accepted a seven member panel’s recommendation that Poshard correct his 1984 doctoral dissertation, issue a public apology, and strive to strengthen SIU’s academic integrity.
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Costello vows VA action after Marion surgical unit closure
Congressman Jerry Costello reassured Marion VA Medical Center staff there is no imminent risk to jobs as an internal VA probe continues the shutdown of the surgical unit. He urged implementing Inspector General recommendations to restore confidence and noted the hospital has long served veterans with an excellent staff.
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