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MOUNTAIN LION FOUND DEAD IN SOUTHERN ILLINOIS; IDNR INVESTIGATING

A young male mountain lion that had been roaming Southern Illinois for approximately two months has been found dead in Jackson County near the Union County line. According to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, a hunter discovered the animal’s remains and contacted conservation police. Conservation police officers and...

Jackson County, IL · 3d

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REND LAKE APPROACHES RECORD LOW WATER LEVEL AS DRY CONDITIONS CONTINUE

Rend Lake is approaching its lowest recorded water level in more than 50 years as continued dry conditions affect Southern Illinois. According to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the lake stood at 403.52 feet as of 4 p.m. Thursday placing it less than seven inches above its all-time record low. The lowest recorded level at Rend Lake was 402.95 feet in November 1974, when the lake was deliberately lowered to allow for bridge and causeway construction.

Southern Illinois, IL · 1d

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Centralia, Ill. café steps up to support homeless man in need

A Centralia café owner who has supported a homeless man struggling with mental health issues says community donations have helped him enter treatment, marking what supporters hope is the beginning of a more stable future.

Centralia, IL · 19h

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Southern Illinois Hides 6 Restaurants Worth Driving Hours For Fried Chicken

Some of the best meals in Illinois come from places you would drive right past without a second look. A gravel lot, a plain sign, maybe a farmhouse porch, and then a plate of crackling, golden chicken that ruins every drive-thru for you. Southern Illinois is full of these quiet...

Illinois · 2d

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A home in Centralia, Illinois hits the market

In 1955, architect William Bernoudy designed this home for the editor and publisher of the Centralia Sentinel. Two additions, one in 1998 and the other in 2000, expanded the living space while maintaining the home’s historic character. Thoughtful Architecture. The house on Perrine Avenue is an example of Prairie...

Centralia, IL · 3d

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Movies returning to Mt. Vernon in November; major renovations planned for 2027

MOUNT VERNON, Ill. (Heartland News) - On Tuesday, Golden Ticket Cinemas announced plans to reopen the Mount Vernon 8 this November, bringing movies back to the community just in time for the holiday season. Beginning in 2027, the company will begin to renovate the theater, with luxury recliner seating, self-serve...

Mt Vernon, IL · 3d

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Some areas at Rend Lake to close during deer firearm season

BENTON, Ill. (Heartland News) - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Rend Lake announced that several areas around Rend Lake will close during Illinois firearm deer hunting season. The closures are necessary to ensure public safety. From November 20-22 the following areas are closed to all vehicle and foot...

Benton, IL · 2d

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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.

Johnston City, IL · 1d

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Warming centers, shelters in the Heartland 2026

(Heartland News) - Some warming centers in the Heartland are open as temperatures get much colder in the area. You can email us information about a warming center in your community at news@kfvs12.com. We’ll continue to update this list as learn of more. Missouri. Cape Girardeau County. The Cape...

Franklin County, 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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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 · 3d

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SIU Air Force ROTC Detachment 205 Marks 75th Anniversary with Alumni Visit

Air Force Colonel Rick Mitchell and Lieutenant Colonel Josh Guidell spoke to a room full of SIU Air Force ROTC cadets and alumni at Southern Illinois Airport on Friday. The pilots, both SIU alumni and ROTC graduates, provided a mission brief where they talked about the capabilities of the planes they fly, the A-10 Warthog. They also shared the experiences they've had throughout their Air Force career.

Southern Illinois, IL · 22h

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JH Boys Basketball Roundup: Selmaville Still Undefeated….Iuka & SC Get Wins….Franklin Park opens Home Season Tonight

Yesterday, Iuka beat Field 63-31. Hosea Weems led the way with 22 and Eli Bookhout was right behind him with 20. The Iuka JV won 30-14 with Gibson Collins scoring 13. Selmaville improved to 10-0 beating Trinity Hoffman 57-28 on the road. Isaac Knapp scored 21 in the win as the Rockets used a 11 point run to start the game and then a 13-2 run to pull away further before halftime. Eli Sutherland scored 6 points and pulled down 10 rebounds, Kasen Harris scored 12 and Izac Holsapple added 7. Selmaville will play at Raccoon on Tuesday. The Rockets JV won 26-25 holding Trinity scoreless in the fourth quarter outscoring them 12-0.

Iuka, IL · 1d

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Blue Angels Return to WJBD Today…..Blue Devils Bounce Back With Big Win at MoBap

The KC Blue Angels are back on WJBD today when they host St Louis Community College to the Bradford National Bank Arena and Bill Hawley Court. Tip off at 1pm on WJBD and you can watch the video stream on the Kaskaskia College Fan Hudl Page. Last night the KC...

Centralia, IL · 8h

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Cumulus’ WWTN-FM, Nashville Cuts Brian Wilson

Another talk pro who exits Cumulus Media is WWTN-FM, Nashville “SuperTalk 997 WTN” air personality Brian Wilson. He posted news of his exit via Facebook, saying, “I have been notified that. effective 11/15 I will no longer be associated with SuperTalk 997 WTN. My last appearance was...

Nashville, IL · 1d

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Pinckneyville Community Hospital earns award for excellence in emergency cardiac care

PINCKNEYVILLE, Ill. — The Pinckneyville Community Hospital has earned the ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction Trophy, or Traveling STEMI Trophy, for excellence in cardiac care. The award recognizes the hospital's ability to provide rapid evaluation, treatment, and transport for patients experiencing severe and life threatening heart attacks. Southern Illinois Healthcare presents...

Pinckneyville, IL · 1d

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Centery-old dry cleaner in Carbondale to hold grand reopening ribbon-cutting

CARBONDALE, Ill. (Heartland News) - Horstman’s Cleaners & Furriers and the Carbondale Chamber of Commerce will hold a grand reopening and ribbon-cutting for the dry cleaner on November 19. The century-old dry cleaner was temporarily closed after the owner experienced a medical injury and an equipment problem. They have...

Carbondale, IL · 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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ILLINOIS STATE POLICE STEP UP ENFORCEMENT IN I-57 CONSTRUCTION ZONES NEAR MT. VERNON

Illinois State Police are increasing patrols and traffic enforcement along Interstate 57 near Mt. Vernon in an effort to reduce crashes and improve safety in two major construction zones. The increased enforcement began earlier this month as part of a work zone safety initiative ahead of the busy holiday travel...

Mt Vernon, IL · 1d

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Ameren offers energy bill assistance to veterans, active-duty military members

CARBONDALE, Ill. (KBSI) – Ameren is encouraging veterans and active-duty military members struggling to pay their energy bills to apply for financial assistance through its Military Assistance Fund. The city of Carbondale shared information about the program during Military Appreciation Week to help eligible residents learn about available resources.

Carbondale, IL · 23h

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