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Vienna receives state cultural district designation, $200,000 grant

VIENNA, Ill., (KBSI) — The city of Vienna has been named an Illinois State-Designated Cultural District, securing a $200,000 grant to support cultural preservation, tourism and economic development. The designation, awarded through the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, will remain in effect for 10 years. Vienna is...

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IDNR: Mountain lion spotted in Jackson, Union Counties found dead

SOUTHERN ILLINOIS (Heartland News) - A young male mountain lion recently spotted in southern Illinois has been found dead, the Ill. Department of Natural Resources confirmed on Tuesday. The IDNR said the mountain lion’s remains were discovered by a hunter in Jackson County near the Union County line. The...

Jackson County, IL · 11h
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Drug and Firearms trafficking raid in Williamson County results in 23 arrests

WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Ill. (WJPF) – 23 suspects have been identified in a drug and firearms trafficking raid in Williamson County. Beginning at 4:30am Friday November 6, the sheriff’s office executed 7 court authorized search warrants in conjunction with 15 arrest warrants in Herrin and Energy. The operation is the result of a ten month investigation involving extensive surveillance, intelligence gathering, and dozens of controlled purchases of methamphetamine, other controlled substances, and firearms.

Williamson County, IL · 1d
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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....

Marion, IL · 19h
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McCracken man arrested on drug charges after search of home

A McCracken County man was arrested at his residence on drug-related charges Friday. The McCracken County Sheriff's Office said they executed a search warrant at the home of 65-year-old Danny Bradley after receiving information alleging Bradley was involved in the trafficking of methamphetamine from his residence on Bichon Avenue. A...

Mccracken County, KY · 2d

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Carrier Mills man sentenced to five years in prison for attacking police chief

CARRIER MILLS, Ill., (KBSI) — A Carrier Mills man has been sentenced to five years in prison for striking the town’s police chief with a metal bar during a domestic violence investigation. According to the Carrier Mills Police Department, Anthony J. Yates was sentenced to five years in...

Carrier Mills, IL · 1d

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Kentucky town named one of the best lakeside retirement spots by Southern Living

Kentucky has 45 major lakes across the Commonwealth, but only one spot made Southern Living's list of the South’s best lake towns for retirees. On a list of 17 southern lake towns “where retirement feels like a vacation,” Paducah earned a spot. Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley, the two largest lakes in the Commonwealth, sit near Paducah, and three rivers, the Ohio, Cumberland and Tennessee, meet in or around the town. “Paducah and the small towns that surround it offer up fun on the area’s many lakes and rivers,” the magazine said. The Paducah Riverfront sits on the shores of the Ohio and Tennessee rivers. According to the city , the riverfront has a “variety of can’t-miss sites,” including historical markers, murals, festivals, fireworks, concerts and boat docks. The town hosts events year round. Here are some coming up this week: Wednesday, Nov. 11 2026 Veterans Day opening ceremony and parade. Sewing for a sustainable future: Unlocking the language of patterns. Veterans Day Sunrise Reveille at Dolly McNutt Memorial Plaza. Thursday, Nov. 12 Merry Mingle Market at the Troutt Old Time General Store and Market. Mystery movie + meet and greet with West Kentucky Rockin’ Rollers Derby Team. Suncatchers or

Kentucky · 1d

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11/9 Big Fish

PADUCAH, KY -- Check out this Monday edition of Big Ol Fish. Keep sending your big fish pictures to: bigfish@wpsdlocal6.com.

Paducah, KY · 1d

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23 arrested in Williamson County on drug and firearms trafficking charges

The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office says a ten-month investigation into drug and firearms trafficking has led to charges against 23 people in the Herrin area. Authorities carried out the operation early Friday morning, serving seven search warrants and 15 arrest warrants at locations in Herrin and Energy. Investigators say...

Williamson County, IL · 14h

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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 · 2d

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Heartland native, American Idol winner to perform at Marion Cultural and Civic Center

MARION, Ill. (Heartland News) - A Heartland native and winner of American Idol will perform at the Marion Cultural and Civic Center in July 2027. According to organizers, tickets go on sale on Friday, November 13 at 10 a.m. Ticket prices range from $44.39 to $139.79. Hannah Harper’s “Behind this...

Marion, 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 · 1d

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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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Super City Cleaners to Give One Local Restaurant a Free Month of Laundry Service – Tag Your Favorite to Enter

WMOK – METROPOLIS, IL — Super City Cleaners is giving one local restaurant or food service business an entire month of free commercial laundry pickup and delivery this November. The winning business will receive four weeks of free service covering its towels, aprons, and kitchen linens. Super City...

Metropolis, IL · 11h

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Marion, Ill. VA collecting donations for veterans’ holiday Blessing Boxes

MARION, Ill. (Heartland News) - A southern Illinois group hopes to bring Heartland veterans some holiday cheer. The Marion VA Health Care System are getting in on the holiday cheer. They’ll be working to get Blessing Boxes to those in the Heartland who served our country. “There was a...

Marion, IL · 14h

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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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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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Kokopelli Golf Club offering free golf to veterans on Veterans Day

MARION, Ill. (KBSI) – Kokopelli Golf Club in Marion is honoring veterans and active-duty military members with complimentary golf on Veterans Day. The golf club announced that all veterans, military retirees and active-duty service members can play a free round of golf Wednesday, Nov. 11. Golfers accompanying veterans can...

Marion, IL · 17h

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SIU Carbondale announces $1.2 million in salary increases for 190 faculty members

CARBONDALE, Ill. (KBSI) – Southern Illinois University Carbondale is investing $1.2 million to increase salaries for 190 faculty members as part of an effort to address pay disparities among university employees. The university announced Tuesday, Nov. 10, that it reached an agreement with the SIUC Faculty Association following an...

Carbondale, IL · 18h

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United on the course: Salukis capture first tournament title since 2021

The Southern Illinois women’s golf team won the Charles Braun Jr. Intercollegiate Invitational in October, marking their first tournament victory in over 5 years, the last coming in March of 2021. The players say resilience and camaraderie contribute to their performance. The Braun Invitational took place on Oct. 19...

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