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Du Quoin teen places 2nd in online academic competition

Guy Indorante, a senior at Du Quoin High School, finished both second and third in two online academic competitions recently. Indorante was one of 78 high school students competing online in Buzzword this season. Unlike normal Scholastic Bowl competitions in which teams play face-to-face, Indorante played from home as an individual competitor.
Submitted by National Academic Quiz Tournaments Dec 5, 2020 10:28 AM
Gold Plate program

The Gold Plate program of Perry County in Du Quoin is producing hot meals Monday through Friday (closed on holidays) during the pandemic. People able to pick them up can come between 10 a.m. and noon at 721 N. Hickory. Suggested donation for seniors is $3.50. Those under 60 are asked to pay $6.50. Meanwhile, people who need the meals delivered to their homes will receive one hot meal and four frozen meals every Monday, to last through the week. Call (618) 542-3511 to order at-home delivery.
Dec 5, 2020 10:27 AM
Bost elected ranking Republican on Veterans Affairs committee

U.S. Rep. Mike Bost of Murphysboro has been elected by his House Republican colleagues as the lead Republican on the House Veterans Affairs Committee for the 117th Congress, tasked with setting the party's agenda on veterans issues and leading oversight efforts of the administration. Should Republicans gain the majority in Congress in 2022, that puts the 12th District congressman in line to become the chairman of the full committee.
Submitted by the office of congressman Mike Bost Dec 5, 2020 10:28 AM
COVID-19 surge has SIH hospitals mostly at capacity

Southern Illinois Healthcare officials said Wednesday that the COVID-19 units and ICUs at Carbondale Memorial and Herrin hospitals are at capacity almost every day. Hospital personnel are moving more beds into the COVID units as needed, and they are transferring nurses from non-bedside jobs to help directly with patient care.
By Renee Trappe Dec 5, 2020 10:27 AM
Carl E. Swanson of Marion

Carl E. Swanson passed away on Nov. 24, 2020. He was born on Aug. 26, 1934 in Elmhurst, Illinois to Walter and Gwendolyn (Matthews) Swanson.
Dec 5, 2020 11:24 AM
Bella is the complete holiday package

My name is Bella! I am a beautiful black cat who loves attention. I am about 1 year old and I'm finally ready to get a home all of my own. I'm so excited! I would love to meet you and possibly make you my family. Maybe we can live happily ever after!
Submitted by the Perry County Humane Society Dec 5, 2020 10:26 AM
Marshall Browning Hospital honored for excellent quality of care

The Illinois Critical Access Hospital Network has recognized Marshall Browning Hospital in Du Quoin, for its ongoing commitment to exceptional quality of care. The award ceremony was held Nov. 17 during ICAHN's annual conference via Zoom.
Submitted by Marshall Browning Hospital Dec 5, 2020 10:25 AM
New southern Illinois justice sworn onto Supreme Court

Justice David K. Overstreet took the oath to become a member of the Illinois Supreme Court on Thursday afternoon. The 54-year-old was sworn in by his predecessor, Justice Lloyd Karmeier, during an emotional installation ceremony that was livestreamed. Members of Overstreet's family, as well as close friends, attended the ceremony in person.
By SARAH MANSUR Dec 5, 2020 10:29 AM
John Chrisman 'Chris' Uhles of Du Quoin

John Chrisman "Chris" Uhles, 65, of Du Quoin, passed away at 7:01 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2020 at his residence.
Dec 3, 2020 10:33 AM
Brombaugh commits to LTC to continue baseball career

Harrisburg senior one of four other Bulldogs to sign NLOI
By Spyder Dann Dec 3, 2020 8:12 AM

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