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Budweiser Clydesdales coming to Southern Illinois for holiday appearances

MARION, Ill. (KBSI) – The world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales are coming to Southern Illinois this November, giving residents several opportunities to see the horses up close during the holiday season. The Clydesdales will be available for free stable viewing at the Pavilion in Marion on four dates:. – Tuesday, Nov....

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Johnston City shuts down Newton for spot in Elite 8

JOHNSTON CITY — After a bit of a shaky start, the Johnston City Indians settled in and took care of business in their 2A Round of 16 matchup, beating Newton 16-7. The Eagles scored a touchdown on their second play from scrimmage to take an early 7-0 lead over the top-seeded and unbeaten Indians.

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'I was terrified, and we did it anyway': Oklahoma man and dog bring cross-country journey to Paducah

PADUCAH — Robert Cowden and his dog Enzo took a stop Wednesday in Paducah on their journey canoeing the entirety of the Ohio River. The pair began their journey in late April with an 1,100 mile walk from Kansas to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. From there, Cowden and Enzo launched their canoe, Amazing Grace, from the start of the Ohio River in Pittsburgh.

Paducah, KY · 2d
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Metropolis plant marks nuclear fuel milestone as energy demand grows

METROPOLIS, Ill. (Heartland News) - As the United States looks to nuclear power to meet its growing energy needs, a facility in southern Illinois is playing a role no other community in the country can currently fill. On Thursday, Solstice Advanced Materials celebrated a production milestone at its Metropolis Works...

Metropolis, IL · 1d
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‘Purple with a Purpose’ brings awareness to Southern Illinois' homeless youth

METROPOLIS, Ill. — While Metropolis is known as the Home of Superman, purple bows around the Superman statue are serving as a reminder that not all Massac County residents have a place to call home, which is especially hard for its youngest residents. For the second year, Regional Office...

Massac County, IL · 1d

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KY elementary cheerleaders' chant sparks discussion on religious expression. What to know

A Crittenden County Junior Pro Cheerleading coach called for a school district review after she said a principal objected to elementary-age cheerleaders chanting “We’re Team Jesus” during a school hallway celebration. After the coach shared her stance on social media, the district said there was a miscommunication over policies on student expression. FULL STORY: KY cheerleaders chanted in school hallway, ‘We’re team Jesus.’ Why it led to concern Here are five things to know from the story: The chant happened Monday at Crittenden County Elementary School during a walk-through honoring the third- and fourth-grade Junior Pro cheerleading squad after their first-place finish in a competition over the weekend. Coach Brittany Buell-Schneider said the chant was unplanned and started by the girls themselves. She said the principal told her, “we will never be able to do that again.” Superintendent Tonya Driver said students have the right to express personal beliefs during the school day, as long as the expression is student-led and nondisruptive. Under Kentucky law, public school students can voluntarily pray and share religious or political viewpoints in assignments, speech, literature and clothing, provided they don’t disrupt or coerce others. Driver said district and school leaders will review policies on

Crittenden County, KY · 1d

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Scores Of Senior Home Delivered Meals Remain Suspended In WKY

Despite the reported downturn in funding, regional officials are trying to keep senior home delivered meals on the menu. During Monday afternoon’s Pennyrile Area Development District meeting in Hopkinsville, Aging & Independent Living Director Amanda Stokes gave comprehensive update on the program’s current state, and where leadership plans to go from here.

Hopkinsville, KY · 3d

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‘American Idol’ winner Hannah Harper to perform in Marion in 2027

MARION, Ill. (KBSI) — “American Idol” winner Hannah Harper is scheduled to perform at the Marion Cultural and Civic Center on Thursday, July 29, 2027. The concert, presented by Dunbar Music Group, will feature the Willow Springs, Missouri, native who won the singing competition’s 24th season in May 2026.

Marion, IL · 1d

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Lyons Open Preseason with Tough Loss at McCracken

The defending 2nd Region champion Lyon County Lyons took to the court at McCracken County Thursday night for their first scrimmage of the preseason. The contest was close thoughout with the Mustangs ending up outscoring the Lyons 44-40. The contest was played with four 10-minute quarters and a running clock.

Mccracken County, KY · 22h

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West Frankfort football gearing up for first state quarterfinal game in 40 years

WEST FRANKFORT, Ill. -- Words like 'wild' and 'surreal' were thrown around at West Frankfort's Wednesday afternoon practice, as for the second time in program history, and the first time in 40 years, the Redbirds are preparing for a State Quarterfinal game. With a chance to become the first team...

West Frankfort, IL · 2d

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WEST FRANKFORT AND FLORA FIREFIGHTERS TURN FOOTBALL RIVALRY INTO CHARITABLE CHALLENGE

A friendly rivalry between the West Frankfort and Flora fire departments is turning Saturday’s high school football matchup between the Redbirds and Wolves at Flora into an opportunity to support two charitable causes. West Frankfort Firefighters IAFF Local 2402 and the Flora Volunteer Fire Department have agreed to make...

West Frankfort, IL · 2d

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Boil water order announced for parts of West Frankfort following water line damage

WEST FRANKFORT, Ill. (KBSI) — A boil water order will be issued for portions of West Frankfort after a water line was struck, potentially disrupting service for some residents. According to the West Frankfort Mayor’s Office, customers in the affected areas may experience a temporary loss of water service...

West Frankfort, IL · 1d