Miners rally to edge River City in opener drama
Southern Illinois Miners won 9-7 after a ninth inning rally that included Ken Gregory delivering a pinch hit three run homer his second of the season. River City may hold the regular season edge but momentum favors the Miners as the title chase unfolds.
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Readers urged to send signed letters with contact details
The Southern Illinoisan invites current issue letters up to 250 words signed with a home town. Include a telephone number for verification. numbers not published. Letters must not be libelous or attack individuals. editors reserve right to edit. Send to Voice of the Reader, The Southern Illinoisan, Carbondale.
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Officials contact lines for Kirk and Shimkus
U S Senator Mark Kirk provides phone lines 312 886 350 and 202 224 285 217 492 5089 with a Senate site kirk.senate.gov and Congressman John Shimkus lists 618 252 8271 and 202 225 5271 with www.house.gov/shimkus for constituent inquiries.
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Faith in politics kept within a box and public life
A reader argues against limiting faith to private realms and cites NPR discussion on religion in public life. The piece contends Christians should not be disqualified from public office for openly practicing their faith, referencing Biblical guidance and historical martyrdom.
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Who's making money on coal
To the Editor Brent Rivzet argues coal is the industry’s biggest loser while the real costs are borne by the public. He cites 24,000 annual premature deaths from emissions and a social bill near half a trillion dollars, funded by utility bills and taxes. Carbondale.
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Logo change at SIUC sparks criticism from retired art teacher
A retired SIUC art teacher and alumnus condemns the university logo overhaul as a wasteful decision amid ongoing financial challenges. He notes multiple logo changes over decades and questions outsourcing and budget use while urging adherence to “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.”
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Du Quoin High School sports complex funding critique
A town resident urges reallocating funds from a new Du Quoin High School sports complex to classroom supplies books transportation field trips and scholarships. They warn tax raises may be needed later and call for district spending transparency over this development.
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