Simon urges lawmakers to uphold veto on rate hike bill
Lt. Gov. Sheila Simon in Carbondale urged lawmakers to uphold Gov. Pat Quinn's veto of a bill that would fund power grid upgrades but lock in a decade of rate hikes for Ameren and ComEd customers. She spoke at Senior Adult Services with Carbondale AARP noting support for environmental goals without harmful pricing.
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Not-so-smart rate hike policies slow smart grid progress
The remark argues against a smart grid build tied to aggressive rate hikes, urging simpler, more affordable energy upgrades. It emphasizes skepticism toward financing schemes that burden consumers without delivering clear efficiency gains or reliability.
Look Twice And Save A Life Anniversary Rally
A Carbondale group marked the first anniversary of Billy Bailey's death with a Look Twice rally at Glenview Drive and West Main Street. Bailey, 46, of Cambria, died after his motorcycle was struck Sept. 13, 2010, by a driver who allegedly failed to take a second look. State police note motorcycle fatalities have risen in District 13 this year, with various causes including single vehicle crashes and deer. See Look Twice on Page 6A.
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Council thanks responders after Murphysboro explosion
Murphysboro city officials thanked city and regional firefighters and police for their help during Saturday’s blast in the 400 block of South 15th Street. The State Fire Marshal's Office is expected to continue SEE COUNCIL / PAGE 6A.
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Jason Robber Becky Jo Stodghill Pleads Guilty
Marion Missouri headline notes Becky Jo Stodghill age 41 pled guilty to one count of armed robbery. Sentencing scheduled for October with the state likely seeking the maximum thirty years. Williamson County Assistant State's Attorney Sean de Mello commented on possible sentence length.
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Whitman warns extremism risks GOP irrelevance
Christine Todd Whitman, former New Jersey governor and former EPA administrator, told SIU audiences that the Republican Party faces danger of becoming irrelevant if it nominates an extreme presidential candidate. She argued primaries are driving parties to the extremes and leaving moderates behind as few competitive seats remain.
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