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‘It’s been a very humbling experience’: Ben Reed reflects on winning Dem. nomination for Jackson County circuit judge

Benjamin Reed won the Democratic primary for Judge of the First Judicial Circuit in Jackson County. Reed is one step closer ...
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Primary Election Collection: The Daily Egyptian’s in-depth candidacy previews

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Stratton comes out on top in crowded Democratic Senate primary field

When the Daily Egyptian previewed the Democratic primary for Dick Durbin’s open Senate seat back in late January, 8th District Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi had a 21-point lead on Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton ...
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Democracy in action: Low turnout for primary midterm elections in Jackson, Williamson county

Polls opened at 6 a.m. on Tuesday, March 17 for the Illinois primary election in Jackson and Williamson county, where there was a  low but steady turnout of voters.  “The midterm elections always have ...
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In rural Illinois, lineman travel hundreds of miles to keep the lights on

Suspended in the air by his bucket, unharnessed, his winch snapped and Dale Guetersloh shot 35 feet into the air from his ...
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Giant City Stables are open for the season, offering indoor services in new arena

When Ramona Twellman received an opportunity to buy Giant City Stables in 2002, she took it. Carole Hadden Spa, who sold the ...
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Saluki head football coach Nick Hill’s contract extended

Saluki football head coach Nick Hill has signed an extension to continue in his position, SIU Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Tim Leonard said on Inside Saluki Athletics Tuesday. Hill’s contract ...
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Illinois Primary Election: Reed wins Dem. nomination for Jackson County Judge

Ben Reed won the Democratic nomination for Jackson County Circuit Judge with 1,408 votes, defeating Heather Heaslett (1,160) and Casey VanWinkle (572). Reed will challenge Republican Jamie Snyder for ...
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History of Tropicana Vintage Clothing is sewn deep into Carbondale

Located near Carbondale’s Historic Town Square, sits a brightly colored building filled with vintage clothing and homemade art. Inside the walls are lined with colorful clothes and at the counter ...
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Fazoli’s and Freddy’s close stores in Carbondale

In the past few weeks, two Carbondale restaurants were suddenly closed, Freddy’s and Fazoli’s. The parent company that owned ...
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The Thrift Shop is more than a store

The Thrift Shop has been a staple in Carbondale for people to shop for cheap clothes and household items since 1962 and was incorporated as a nonprofit in 1965. The store opened as a means for people ...
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Roller derby skates through southern Illinois

Southern Illinois Gremlins competed against the Clarksville Roller Derby team on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at the Pavilion in Marion, Illinois. The initial match was followed by a scrimmage match with ...