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House candidate Sheppard on autism research: 'I will treat this issue not as political theater, but as a moral imperative'

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 26, 2025

David Sheppard, a candidate for Illinois State Representative in District 36, said that families deserve answers about the causes of autism and committed to pursuing greater transparency and accountability in medical research.

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House candidate Sheppard: 'We have leadership in Chicago that treats law enforcement like the enemy'

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 26, 2025

David Sheppard, a candidate for Illinois State Representative in District 36, has expressed concerns about city leadership's approach to law enforcement.

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Sparta Community Hospital adds advanced endoscopy system for improved local cancer screening

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 26, 2025

Sparta Community Hospital has introduced new endoscopy technology to improve cancer screening and detection for patients in Randolph County and nearby areas.

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Sparta Community Hospital District and Moody Pharmacy begin talks on possible merger

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 26, 2025

Sparta Community Hospital District and Moody Pharmacy have announced an agreement to explore a potential merger, which may include the hospital district purchasing Moody Pharmacy.

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How many H-2A petitions made by SW Illinois News publication area employers were approved during 2024?

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 25, 2025

In 2024, all of the H-2A petitions filed by an employer in the SW Illinois News publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-2A Employer Data Hub.

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Sparta Community Hospital announces fall COVID-19 vaccination clinics

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 25, 2025

Sparta Community Hospital will hold two COVID-19 vaccination clinics in partnership with the Randolph County Health Department.

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Awake Illinois founder: Democrats like Gov. Pritkzer are 'shameful, weak'

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 25, 2025

Shannon Adcock, founder and president of Awake Illinois, said that Governor J.B. Pritzker's rhetoric contributes to hostility toward Republicans and parents defending their rights.

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Rep. Jacobs links Pritzker to ‘toxic political culture’ after Kirk assassination: ‘Such rhetoric normalizes political violence’

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 24, 2025

State Rep. Paul Jacobs (R-Pomona) has blamed Gov. J.B. Pritzker and other progressive leaders for what he called “a toxic political culture” that contributed to the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk earlier this month.

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City of Waterloo City Council met Aug. 18

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 24, 2025

City of Waterloo City Council met Monday, Aug. 18

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City of Pinckneyville City Council met Sept. 22

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 24, 2025

City of Pinckneyville City Council met Monday, Sept. 22

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David Friess provides legislative updates ahead of upcoming veto session

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 24, 2025

State Representative David Friess (R-Red Bud) has provided an update to constituents as the Illinois General Assembly prepares for its upcoming veto session.

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FOIA request sent to Perry County Sheriff's Office regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 24, 2025

FOIA Request to Perry County Sheriff's Office regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025.

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FOIA request sent to Randolph County Sheriff's Office regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 24, 2025

FOIA Request to Randolph County Sheriff's Office regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025.

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Who are the ex-high school stars from Southwest Illinois area competing on Saturday, Sept. 27?

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 24, 2025

These ex-Southwest Illinois area high school standouts will participate in competitions on Saturday, Sept. 27.

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Sparta Health Foundation offers surgical skills event for students

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 23, 2025

The Sparta Health and Wellness Foundation is organizing an event aimed at giving students hands-on experience in the field of surgery.

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Sparta Community Hospital receives branding award from ISHMPR

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 23, 2025

Sparta Community Hospital has been recognized with an Award of Merit in the Branding category at the Illinois Society for Healthcare Marketing and Public Relations (ISHMPR) Pinnacle Awards.

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How many inmates sentenced in Monroe County will be released during week ending Oct. 4?

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 22, 2025

There was one inmate who was sentenced in Monroe County and is set to be released from prison in the week ending Oct. 4.

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Q2 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in Randolph County?

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 22, 2025

There were six offenders living in Randolph County who were released on parole during the second quarter of 2025, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by SW Illinois News.

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City of Red Bud Zoning Committee met Aug. 18

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 22, 2025

City of Red Bud Zoning Committee met Monday, Aug. 18.

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City of Red Bud Recreational Facilities Committee met Aug. 18

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 22, 2025

City of Red Bud Recreational Facilities Committee met Monday, Aug. 18.