Benton BRP plant closure devastates region
Benton mayor calls BRP shutting its local Bombardier Recreational Products plant devastating as about 340 workers face layoffs. City leaders warn revenue will fall and some employees may have to relocate for jobs while the company cites marine industry sales declines.
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Miners Reflect On First Frontier League Title
Southern Illinois Miners players and staff celebrated after a 4-3 12 inning win over Florence securing the Frontier League crown. Owner Jayne Simmons extolled the team's hard work as Ralph Santana recalled his franchise history and role from six years ago.
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Second horse tests positive for West Nile virus in county
A second horse in Jackson County has tested positive for the West Nile Virus. Health official Bart Hogston of the Jackson County Health Department said the fate of the horse is unknown after confirmation by the Illinois Department of Agriculture. The positive result dates to August 31 with notification received about a week ago. SEE MOSQUITOES / PAGE 6A
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Murder suspect's girlfriend charged with obstruction in Illinois
Candice M. Brown, 30, girlfriend of Danny K. Coston, arrested in Olney on a White County obstruction of justice warrant filed Monday. Richland County Sheriff’s Department did not release bond information or further details.
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Latino Heritage Month kickoff at SIU promotes inclusion
A packed Grinnell Hall audience celebrated the opening night of Latino Heritage Month at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. Organizers emphasized the event is inclusive of all SIU registered student organizations and urged broad participation as speakers and administrators highlighted cross cultural engagement. Natalia Montano of the Latin American Student Association spoke at the kickoff.
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