'We need representation': Loss of Black voice on Lakeland commission of concern
For the first time in more than 55 years, Lakeland is on the verge of not having a Black person serve on the city commission.
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Friends of the Park Exceeds 2022 $100,000 Endowment Goal
Friends of the Park of Putnam County, the county’s parks foundation, exceeded its 2022 endowment goal of $100,000 thanks to member contributions, a matching grant and two significant gifts, including $25,000 from the alumni of Delta Kappa Epsilon (Deke) fraternity in honor of Betty and Pete Jackson ’44. “Our goal is to raise $100,000 annually for five years,” said Friends of the Park Board President Jessica Hartman. “This was our first year, and we are very thankful to have been successful.”
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Tue, Nov. 29 at 7pm – PS Illinois: The Paul Simon Story
Enjoy a documentary chronicling the life of the late corruption fighting newspaper publisher and former Lieutenant Governor, U.S Congressman, and U.S. Senator Paul Simon on ‘PS Illinois: The Paul Simon Story.’ Tune in or livestream Tue, Nov. 29 at 7pm on WSIU TV.
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More than 1,800 students to be honored during SIU commencement ceremonies
The academic achievements of more than 1,800 Southern Illinois University Carbondale students will be celebrated during spring 2022 commencement exercises May 6-7.
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SIU Board of Trustees approves honorary degree, distinguished service recipients
CARBONDALE (WSIL) -- Former U.S. senator and Illinois politician Roland W. Burris will receive a Distinguished Service Award following approval by the SIU Board of Trustees. Burris is one of
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