Author Archives: WJBD Staff
Parker, Chicago advance to WNBA semis, beat New York 90-72
NEW YORK (AP) - Candace Parker had 14 points, 13 rebounds and eight assists to lead the Chicago Sky over the New York Liberty 90-72 in the deciding Game 3 to advance to the semifinals of the WNBA play...
Aug 24, 2022 Lorie Shaull / CC
Verlander 6 no-hit innings, 16th W; Astros top Correa, Twins....Judge 48th HR, Yanks beat Mets 4-2 to sweep Subway Series
Verlander 6 no-hit innings, 16th W; Astros top Correa, Twins HOUSTON (AP) - Justin Verlander was pulled after pitching six no-hit innings in his major league-leading 16th win and the Astros beat the M...
Aug 24, 2022 Roger DeWitt / CC
Family matters: Nepotism a hurdle to diversity in coaching
Nepotism is considered one of the most significant factors that has led to Black coaches being under-represented in major college football. The Associated Press examined rosters of the 65 Power Five c...
Aug 24, 2022 LBJ Library
Alabama gives Saban new 8-year, $93.6 million deal
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) - Alabama coach Nick Saban is getting a new eight-year contract worth at least $93.6 million, eclipsing the recent megadeal of Southeastern Conference rival Kirby Smart. The Univ...
Aug 24, 2022 Ron Cogswell / CC
Unpacking the Summer Economy
Unpacking the Summer Economy Provided by MidAmerica Financial Resources In the financial world, some weeks are more important than others, and we just lived through a big one. Let's unpack each...
Aug 24, 2022
Centralia City Council agrees to further development agreement for Castle Ridge
The Centralia City Council has agreed to a further development agreement for Castle Ridge. Under the agreement, Meadow Woods Holdings, LLC will have the cap for funding through the tax increment finan...
Aug 23, 2022 File: Castle Ridge (Facebook photo)
Centralia approves contract with new police chief
The Centralia City Council Monday night on a four to one vote approved offering Christopher Locke a contract as the new police chief. The decision came after a resident explained her unhappiness in ho...
Aug 23, 2022 Centralia Police Chief Christopher Locke
First five members appointed to Fairview Park Pool Committee
The first five members have been appointed to the Fairview Park Pool Committee. The Centralia City Council Monday night approved Councilman Robert 'Spanky' Smith along with Jacy Keef, Jennifer Price, ...
Aug 23, 2022 The old Fairview Park pool that has been torn out.
Centralia City Council agrees to allow front yard fences in some cases
The Centralia City Council Monday night approved a Planning and Zoning Commission recommendation to allow front yard fences in some cases. City Manager Kory Smith says the planning commission found so...
Aug 23, 2022 Tony Webster / CC
Kaskaskia College approves $3.1-million computer system upgrade
The Kaskaskia College Board Monday night approved an update of its Ellucian Software System. Chief Information Officer George Kriss says the upgrade will cost $3,141,121 over the next five years inclu...
Aug 23, 2022 File: Kaskaskia College Clock Tower and campus.
