Unions Press For Resolution At SIU Carbondale
Chancellor Rita Cheng says administration bargaining in good faith as Graduate Assistants United press for a contract settlement after 428 days without one. Kristi Brownfield urges a quick deal, saying delays harm the campus and noting unions seek reasonable demands.
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Rita Cheng
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Kristi Brownfield
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SIU study touts billions in economic impact
A university study finds Southern Illinois University’s economic contribution is about 8.14 billion in increased lifetime earnings for graduates, with 4.07 billion benefiting the Illinois economy. The report, led by Sharma, estimates state tax gains and multi billion activity, urging legislative support and regular future assessments.
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Sharma
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Springfield
SIU
SIU Carbondale
Rita Cheng
Southern Illinois
Corn yields drop as heat tightens harvest outlook at Farm Progress Show
At Progress City USA the corn crop shows stress from extended heat and dry soil with yields hit by rough tillage and early harvest activity. Farmers foresee a rough year though high corn prices may offset losses while some ponder returning to a corn bean rotation amid ongoing drought conditions. The 2012 Farm Progress Show moves to Boone Iowa for next year and Decatur in 2013.
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V J Day Marine Veteran Recalls South Pacific Combat
Marine veteran Pavloff, nearing 87, reflects on World War II in the South Pacific. He recalls Okinawa fighting, kamikaze attacks, and a near detonationless Kamikaze strike on his LST. He credits his faith and leadership in saving more than 100 men, earning two Presidential Unit Citations.
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Officer charged in cannabis theft scheme in Southern Illinois
Illinois State Police and the Southern Illinois Enforcement Group allege a law enforcement officer unlawfully obtained marijuana from a SIEG seizure and passed it to a third party to sell. The officer, Craft, is jailed in Jackson County awaiting formal charges and bond hearing.
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Williamson County
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Scott Rice
Craft
Jackson County
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