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Bipartisan condemnation over congresswoman Miller's Hitler remark

Remarks by 15th District U.S. Rep. Mary Miller quoting Adolf Hitler have drawn criticism from lawmakers on both sides of the aisle. On Friday, Miller issued a statement.
By Travis DeNeal Jan 8, 2021 1:54 PM
Southern Illinois state lawmakers react to events on Capitol Hill

Southern Illinois legislators were quick to chime in over the past two days in the wake of what President-Elect Joe Biden called an "insurrection" in the nation's capitol.
By Holly Kee Jan 29, 2021 1:23 PM
12th Congressional District: Bost easily defeats Lenzi to secure 4th term

In the race for the 12th District Congressional seat, incumbent Mike Bost (R-Murphysboro) easily deflected the challenge from Democrat Ray Lenzi of Makanda.
BY HOLLY KEE Nov 16, 2020 7:24 AM
Dinn beats incumbent Franklin County state's attorney

Abby Dinn has won her race for Franklin County state's attorney, claiming nearly three out of four votes and unseating the county's incumbent top prosecutor.
Benton News staff report Nov 16, 2020 7:30 AM
Batteau bests Lipe; will be new Perry County clerk

Republican John Batteau was elected county clerk Tuesday night, part of a Republican sweep through Perry County.
Du Quoin Call staff report Nov 3, 2020 8:52 PM
Morgenstern knocks Hepp off Perry County Board

With all 27 Perry County precincts counted, Republican Bruce Morgenstern has won a seat on the Perry County Board, defeating incumbent member Susan Hepp with roughly 60% of the vote.
Du Quoin Call staff report Nov 4, 2020 9:59 AM
Searby cruises to reelection as Perry County State's Attorney

Perry County State's Attorney David H. Searby Jr. cruised to reelection Tuesday night, over Democratic challenger Bubba Harsy.
Du Quoin Call staff report Nov 3, 2020 9:04 PM
116th House seat moves into GOP hands, as Friess beats Reitz

Air Force veteran David Friess has delivered the only Democratic southern Illinois House district to the GOP.
Southern Illinois LOCAL Media Group Nov 4, 2020 9:54 AM
Voter turnout could break Perry County record

Perry County Deputy Clerk Tory Woods has seen a few elections, and she says the Nov. 3 presidential election has all the earmarks of having a record-breaking turnout inside the county, despite COVID-19.
By Renee Trappe Oct 30, 2020 5:10 PM
Election 2020: Last-minute shift in polling place for four Du Quoin precincts

If you live in the voting precincts of Du Quoin 3, 6, 10 and 12 -- your polling place on Tuesday has moved.
Du Quoin Call staff report Oct 30, 2020 5:03 PM

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