Southern Digest, Southern University A&M College, LA
23 hours ago by M. R. Kropko, Associated Press Writer
Democratic U.S. Rep. Stephanie Tubbs Jones, the first black woman to represent Ohio in Congress and a strong critic of the Iraq war, died Wednesday after a brain hemorrhage, a hospital spokeswoman said.
Tubbs Jones, 58, died Wednesday evening of a brain hemorrhage caused by an aneurysm that burst and left her with limited brain function, said Eileen Sheil, a spokeswoman for the Cleveland Clinic, which owns the Huron Hospital in East Cleveland where Tubbs Jones died.
Daily Egyptian, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL
3 days ago by Justin Lange
In the past five years, Cali's, formerly Southern Illinois Nightclub, has changed its name three times. Owner Greg Knoob said with the new name comes a new image - the key to success for any nightclub. As part of his plan to raise business, Knoob said he redesigned his nightclub to usher in the next chapter of Carbondale nightlife.
Daily Egyptian, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL
6 days ago by Jana Hughes
Editor's Note: This is the fourth installment of an eight-part series detailing the major colleges for undergraduates. Each installment will attempt to provide a guide for new students in the college as well as existing students in other colleges. Cheryl Sickinger found a tool to help her excel in college.
Daily Egyptian, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL
6 days ago by Justin Lange
While many local businesses struggle to cope with the rising cost of essential goods, the wine industry of southern Illinois is flourishing.
During the last few years, the industry has gained several vineyards, wineries, bed and breakfasts, and shuttle services in and around the Shawnee Hills Wine Trails.
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