The Southern Illinoisan Editorial Contact Details
Publisher Dennis DeRossett Managing Editor Gerald Garcia and staff list contact emails and phone numbers for news tips letters policy and reader features. Details include submission guidelines letters length limits and submission methods for Carbondale Murphysboro De Soto Williamson County and beyond.
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Southern Illinois economy revival urged by leveraging regional strengths
The article argues that despite decades of promises and limited success, Southern Illinois faces high unemployment and limited economic gain. It suggests rethinking strategies by leveraging the region's natural beauty and vast undeveloped lands to attract new business and development, especially amid an election year.
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Pyramid State Park plan aims to boost Southern Illinois tourism
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources and Perry County Citizens Input Committee draft a plan to expand Pyramid State Park south of Pinckneyville. With 19 000 acres, 20 lakes, and varied habitats, the project would cost about 13.5 million for trails, ramps, and improvements to attract ecotourists and sportsmen, drawing on regional success from Jim Edgar Panther Creek.
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Making his point for war Bush remarks stir reader letters
A reader questions Bush's rationale for war with Iraq and notes media praised timing. Others warn of long term costs, risk of domestic fear, and a need for coalition and UN backing before any regime change. Daniel Ryan weighs global consequences as letters policy notes deadlines.
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Random violence turns peaceful woods into a scarred memory
The columnist recalls moving to Prince George's County seeking forested calm and finds that random citywide shootings have shattered that peace. He reflects on how violence, from a 13 year old’s injury to multiple deaths, redefines safety and alters his view of nature and home. Leonard Pitts of the Miami Herald signs off.
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