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Randolph County Sheriff’s Report

Joshua D. Stacy 40, Steeleville, arrested November 3, 2026 by Steeleville Police for aggravated battery. Pretrial Release. Christopher A. Morrison 43, Swanwick IL, arrested November 4, 2026 by Randolph County Sheriff’s Office for driving while license suspended. Pretrial Release. Michael E. Woods 57, Chester, arrested November 4, 2026 by...

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Two former Centralia residents killed in side-by-side crash in rural Ava

Two former Centralia residents who now reside in Murphysboro were killed in an early Thursday morning off-road side-by-side crash near Ava in rural Jackson County. The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department identifies the two as 35-year-old Alex Auld and 35-year-old Kelsie Blue. A third person, 62-year-old David McCaleb, also of Murphysboro, was airlifted from the scene to a St. Louis area hospital for treatment. The department reported he was last listed in serious but stable condition.

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Murphysboro’s Carter announces resignation

Murphysboro High School is in need of a new head football coach. Gary Carter announced his resignation from the position late Sunday night. In a statement on social media, Carter thanked his assistant coaches, players, and the parents of those players for the dedication and support they gave the program during his team as head coach.

Murphysboro, IL · 1d
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On this day in 1899: 761 turkeys marched from Oak Ridge to Cape Girardeau

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (Heartland News) - On this day, 127 years ago, a group marched 761 turkeys from Oak Ridge to Cape Girardeau. A photo in the archives shows people gathered to watch as the turkeys are marched down the Mississippi River waterfront. According to the Missouri State Archives, on...

Cape Girardeau, MO · 22h
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SIU student organizes Carbondale protest calling for justice for Nolan Wells

Southern Illinois University senior Jamarion Dennie organized a protest Friday across from Hangar 9 on The Strip, calling for justice for Nolan Wells, an 18-year-old Black college student whose death in Mississippi has drawn national attention. About 40 people attended the demonstration, gathering to show support for Wells’ family and...

Carbondale, IL · 1d

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These 8 Illinois Restaurants Belong On Your Bucket List Faster Than You Can Say Delicious

Want to find the most delicious restaurants in Illinois for your bucket list?. These 8 restaurants serve up bold flavors and truly memorable meals!. 1. Alongi’s Italian Restaurant (Du Quoin) There are restaurants you visit once and forget, and then there are restaurants that stick with you forever. Alongi’s...

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Betty Akamani claims self-defense; jury trial set for Nov. 16

In her final court appearance before trial, Betty Akamani said she acted in self-defense in the shooting death of SIU professor Kofi Akamani in September. Her trial on murder charges in connection to her estranged husband’s death will begin next week. Betty Akamani appeared in court on Monday, where...

Murphysboro, IL · 1d

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Carbondale woman identifies jury duty scam call, warns others

CARBONDALE, Ill. (Heartland News) - A Carbondale resident said she recognized a jury duty scam call and is warning others about it. Scam calls come in many forms, but they often have the same goal: getting money or personal information. Aimee Wigfall said a recent call about jury duty caught...

Carbondale, IL · 16h

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23 suspects identified in Williamson County drug, firearms trafficking investigation

HERRIN, Ill. — A 10-month investigation into suspected drug and firearms trafficking led to raids at seven locations and 23 identified suspects early Friday morning, the Williamson County Sheriff's Office announced Saturday afternoon. With 15 arrest warrants from the investigation, the sheriff's Special Response Team carried out seven search...

Williamson County, IL · 2d

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Illinois Homeowner Returns to Find 3 Men Loading His Garage Belongings Onto a Trailer

A homeowner in rural Illinois returned to his property to find three men loading items from his garage onto a trailer, according to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies arrived while the men were still at the property, bringing the reported daylight burglary to an abrupt end. The discovery happened Thursday, November 5, near Mulkeytown,...

Franklin County, IL · 6h

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Playoff Run Comes To An End For L-P

A long trip south to Carbondale ended up in a clock-running defeat for L-P. The Cavs fell Saturday afternoon 41-13 to the now 10-2 Terriers. Carbondale made some big plays, took advantage of special teams miscues from L-P and parlayed great starting field position on many drives into touchdowns early and often.

Carbondale, IL · 2d

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Lott resigns from Pinckneyville football head coach position

Saturday afternoon most high school fans were headed to and enjoying high school football playoff games. Not in Pinckneyville. It’s been 15 years and five head coaches since the last time the Panthers made the postseason. It’ll have to be at least a sixth head coach until they return to the playoffs. Ryan Lott announced he is resigning on Saturday.

Pinckneyville, IL · 21h

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Perry County stocks 3,760 trout at Legion Lake for winter fishing season

PERRYVILLE, Mo., (KBSI) — Perry County received 3,760 rainbow trout Monday morning as part of the annual winter trout-stocking program at Legion Lake. The program, now in its ninth year in Perry County, is funded locally by Perry County, the Perry County Sportsman Club and the city of Perryville.

Perry County, MO · 21h

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The Downstate Illinois Deli Where Thick-Cut Sandwiches Keep Packing In Diners

A garlicky pork sausage called salameat gets made fresh every Wednesday at one little Italian deli in southern Illinois. The recipe has been in use for more than 50 years, and you won’t find it anywhere else. That alone would earn my attention. Then I learned the business traces...

Herrin, IL · 2d

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4 southern Illinois high school football teams advance to IHSA quarterfinals

SOUTHERN ILLINOIS (Heartland News) - Saturday was full of high school football action across southern Illinois for the second round of the IHSA playoffs. The Carbondale Terriers, West Frankfort Redbirds, Benton Rangers, Carterville Lions and Nashville Hornets all competed. There were some big wins and some heartbreakers. In Class 5A,...

Carbondale, IL · 2d

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Touch of Nature to host deer hunt for hunters with disabilities

CARBONDALE, Ill. (Heartland News) - Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center will host the largest inclusive archery hunt in Illinois for veterans and hunters with disabilities. Hunt participants will have exclusive access to Touch of Nature’s 3,400 acres of land, November 12-15. Organizers say the event is the largest inclusive...

Carbondale, IL · 1d

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Zeigler Cemetery to participate in National Wreaths Across America for 1st time

ZEIGLER, Ill. (Heartland News) - A southern Illinois cemetery will participate in National Wreaths Across America for the first time. According to a news release, the ceremony will be Saturday, December 19 at 11 a.m. at Zeigler Cemetery. It’s organized by Southern Illinois USPHS officers IL0352. It’s free and...

Zeigler, IL · 21h

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Veterans Day events in the Heartland

(Heartland News) - Communities and organizations across the Heartland will be hosting Veterans Day events on Wednesday, November 11. There will be parades, ceremonies and more. You can send us details on your community event to news@kfvs12.com. The following is an unofficial list of events in the Heartland:. Missouri. Missouri’s...

Sikeston, MO · 1d

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Brief Weekend Cold Blast Gives Way to Warmer than Normal Across Illinois Including Chicago, Peoria, and Springfield with Highs in the 50s

ILLINOIS — A brief cold blast is expected later this week into the weekend across Illinois, but warmer than normal temperatures are set to return next week. The latest 8 to 14 day outlook from the Climate Prediction Center, valid from November 16 through 22, shows Illinois and much of the Midwest leaning strongly toward above normal temperatures. Highs could reach the 50s and possibly the 60s at times, well above typical mid-November levels.

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