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City of Carbondale, Greater Egypt Regional Planning Commission creating storm event photo database
CARBONDALE, Ill. (KBSI) – The City of Carbondale and the Greater Egypt Regional Planning Commission are partnerting to maintain a database of urban flooding evidence to aid in the creation of the Comprehensive Stormwater Master Plan. Anyone who notices urban flooding during rainfall is asked to submit photos or...
IDOT provides update on U.S. Route 51 sinkhole
JACKSON COUNTY, Ill. (KFVS) - We’re learning more about what caused a sinkhole in southern Illinois that forced the closure of Highway 51 in Jackson County. The sinkhole is located just north of De Soto and has been causing headaches for both the Illinois Department of Transportation and drivers who use the road to get from Du Quoin to Carbondale.
Guttin’s goodbye, Bears Senior Day spoiled with loss to Salukis
SPRINGFIELD–The final home game of Keith Guttin’s illustrius 42-year career in maroon and white was filled with love, tears, smiles, and appreciation. However, it ended with a 7-run loss, as Southern Illinois defeated Missouri State 18-11 in the Bears regular season finale to spoil Guttin’s so-long and Senior Day. Watch the video above to see […]
Du Quoin State Fair announces 2024 Grandstand Lineup
DU QUOIN, Ill. (KFVS) - The Du Quoin State Fair announced its 2024 Grandstand lineup. The variety of entertainment includes country, rock ‘n roll, harness racing and ARCA and USAC auto races. Organizers said there are two headline acts yet to be announced, which should take place in the...
“Significant” crash cleared in Carbondale
CARBONDALE, Ill. (KFVS) - Crews were called to a crash in Carbondale during the morning commute on Monday, May 13. According to an alert from the city at 7:57 a.m., there was a “significant” crash on South Illinois Avenue at Pleasant Hill Road. This is on the south...
A southern Illinois businessman is honored during Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
A southern Illinois businessman and restaurateur was honored Wednesday during a celebration to highlight the achievements of community leaders during Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. William Lo currently serves as the Executive Director of the Carbondale Chamber of Commerce. He is also the General Manager of New Kahala, and President...
WSIU Almanac 5.17.24
On this day in 2004 Massachusetts becomes the first U.S. state to legalize same-sex marriage. Locally, a Free Kids Fishing Derby will be held tomorrow at Oak Wood Bottoms Interpretive site in Grand Tower. The derby begins at 8am. For more information, call 618-833-8576. The Carbondale Farmer’s Market is open...
Softball Recap: Murphysboro has no trouble against Frankfort
In what's become a running theme this season, Murphysboro gave their fans yet another huge win on Friday. Everything went their way against the Frankfort Redbirds as the Murphysboro Red Devils made off with a 17-4 victory. Winning may never get old, but Murphysboro sure is getting used to it with their third in a row.
Elverado CUSD 196 Board to hold Wenesday meeting
ELKVILLE, Ill. —The Elverado CUSD 196 Board will have a meeting at 6 p.m., Wednesday, May 15, at Elverado High School Library. 3. Executive session per 5ILCS 120/2 of the Illinois School Code to discuss and consider information regarding one or more of the following items:. a. Matters pertaining...
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