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Leslie Murray, adjunct philosophy instructor and president of the Association of Adjunct Faculty at John A. Logan College, balances teaching with carpentry, theater and completing his Ph.D. at SIU Carbondale.
Faculty Focus: Leslie Murray balances philosophy, carpentry and advocacy
September 25, 2025
In the aftermath of the assassination of Charlie Kirk, a conservative political activist, Redemption Church hosted a memorial service at Tower Square in Marion on Sept. 14 at 5 p.m. An estimated crowd of more than 1,000 gathered for the event. Both the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office and the Marion Police Department provided security. The ceremony included a message from Pastor Robby Smith of Redemption in Johnston City, open baptisms, and a candlelit prayer for Kirk and the impact his death has had on the country. More than 60 people were baptized during the 90-minute service.
Vigil for Charlie Kirk draws more than 1,000 to Tower Square in Marion
September 15, 2025
Life;Story 5K promotes suicide prevention in Marion
Life;Story 5K promotes suicide prevention in Marion
September 10, 2025
Pritzker, Officials and Business Leaders Break Ground on Marion STAR Bond Project
Pritzker, Officials and Business Leaders Break Ground on Marion STAR Bond Project
May 15, 2025
A Carbondale police officer stops at the intersection of East Main Street and Giant City Road on April 2 due to a hanging traffic light caused by high winds.
Storms batter Southern Illinois, cause damage across region
April 7, 2025
Culture in Motion: Folklórico Dance and Music Take Center Stage at Logan
Culture in Motion: Folklórico Dance and Music Take Center Stage at Logan
May 6, 2025
Vols Light Up the Valley in Offensive Surge
Vols Light Up the Valley in Offensive Surge
April 25, 2025
Debut Episode of Concert on the Couch Features Producer-Engineer Salvador Miano
Debut Episode of Concert on the Couch Features Producer-Engineer Salvador Miano
March 6, 2025
The Jam - Episode 7
The Jam – Episode 7
February 21, 2025
BAM! Logan Men’s Basketball Slams Shawnee 78-54 | Game Highlights
BAM! Logan Men’s Basketball Slams Shawnee 78-54 | Game Highlights
February 7, 2025
John A. Logan’s Grace Newell dives for a save to keep a rally alive during Wednesday’s match against Rend Lake College in Carterville.
Lady Vols sweep Rend Lake to extend streak
September 10, 2025
John A. Logan’s Kierstin Miller and Gabbi Burkard go up for a block against Kaskaskia College on Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025, in Carterville.
Lady Vols open at home with 3-1 win over Kaskaskia
September 6, 2025
Sophomore golfer Reagan Lynn follows through on her drive on hole 16 at Kokopelli Golf Course.
Lady Vols claim JALC Fall Invite title at Kokopelli
August 28, 2025
Logan Baseball One Win Away from Region XXIV Title After 2-1 Victory
Logan Baseball One Win Away from Region XXIV Title After 2-1 Victory
May 10, 2025
Lady Vols Punch Ticket to Next Round After 5–1 Win
Lady Vols Punch Ticket to Next Round After 5–1 Win
May 9, 2025
Blessthefall members guitarist Eric Lambert (far left), drummer Jared Frøn (left of center), vocalist Beau Bokan (right of center), and bassist and vocalist Jared Warth (far right) perform before a packed crowd Oct. 3, 2025, at Red Flag Concert Hall in St. Louis, Missouri.
Loud & Live | Blessthefall ignites Red Flag with explosive metalcore energy
October 17, 2025
John A. Logan College English instructor Kenneth Gilbert stands among the shelves in the Learning Resources Center. Gilbert, who has taught at Logan since 1994, is also a poet, tennis player, and lifelong fan of rock ’n’ roll.
Faculty Focus: Kenneth Gilbert finds joy in teaching, poetry, and rock ’n’ roll
October 13, 2025
Life;Story 5K promotes suicide prevention in Marion
Life;Story 5K promotes suicide prevention in Marion
September 10, 2025
Tanner Bailey takes a spill after his donkey starts bucking during the Crab Orchard FFA Alumni’s donkey basketball game.
Hoops and Hee-Haws: Donkey Basketball Brings the Chaos to Crab Orchard
May 11, 2025
Northern harrier hawk, Perry county (March 18, 2025) Northern harrier hawks can be recognized by the white band at the base of their tail and their quick turns. They enjoy open fields where they frequently dive down to catch small rodents. Unfortunately, they are state endangered due to loss of habitat.
Wings Over Illinois: Spring Migration Puts Nature on Full Display
May 11, 2025

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Leslie Murray, adjunct philosophy instructor and president of the Association of Adjunct Faculty at John A. Logan College, balances teaching with carpentry, theater and completing his Ph.D. at SIU Carbondale.
Faculty Focus: Leslie Murray balances philosophy, carpentry and advocacy
Tyler Malone, Reporter • September 25, 2025

Leslie Murray is an adjunct philosophy instructor at John A. Logan College and...

In the aftermath of the assassination of Charlie Kirk, a conservative political activist, Redemption Church hosted a memorial service at Tower Square in Marion on Sept. 14 at 5 p.m. An estimated crowd of more than 1,000 gathered for the event. Both the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office and the Marion Police Department provided security. The ceremony included a message from Pastor Robby Smith of Redemption in Johnston City, open baptisms, and a candlelit prayer for Kirk and the impact his death has had on the country. More than 60 people were baptized during the 90-minute service.
Vigil for Charlie Kirk draws more than 1,000 to Tower Square in Marion
Amaris Shelley, Managing Editor • September 15, 2025

In the aftermath of the assassination of Charlie Kirk, a conservative...

Sports
John A. Logan’s Grace Newell dives for a save to keep a rally alive during Wednesday’s match against Rend Lake College in Carterville.
Lady Vols sweep Rend Lake to extend streak
Ashton Fox and Ruby Medina • September 10, 2025

John A. Logan College volleyball extended its winning streak to six with...

John A. Logan’s Kierstin Miller and Gabbi Burkard go up for a block against Kaskaskia College on Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025, in Carterville.
Lady Vols open at home with 3-1 win over Kaskaskia
Charlie Campos, Sports Reporter • September 6, 2025

CARTERVILLE, Ill. — John A. Logan College opened its 2025 volleyball season...

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Blessthefall members guitarist Eric Lambert (far left), drummer Jared Frøn (left of center), vocalist Beau Bokan (right of center), and bassist and vocalist Jared Warth (far right) perform before a packed crowd Oct. 3, 2025, at Red Flag Concert Hall in St. Louis, Missouri.
Loud & Live | Blessthefall ignites Red Flag with explosive metalcore energy
Elizabeth Ellis, Reporter • October 17, 2025

Blessthefall is currently on tour supporting their 2025 album release, Gallows. Joining them are the bands Colorblind, Dark Divine and Miss May I. On Oct. 3, I had the privilege...

John A. Logan College English instructor Kenneth Gilbert stands among the shelves in the Learning Resources Center. Gilbert, who has taught at Logan since 1994, is also a poet, tennis player, and lifelong fan of rock ’n’ roll.
Faculty Focus: Kenneth Gilbert finds joy in teaching, poetry, and rock ’n’ roll
Amaeris Shelley, Reporter • October 13, 2025
Life;Story 5K promotes suicide prevention in Marion
Life;Story 5K promotes suicide prevention in Marion
Amaris Shelley, Managing Editor • September 10, 2025
Tanner Bailey takes a spill after his donkey starts bucking during the Crab Orchard FFA Alumni’s donkey basketball game.
Hoops and Hee-Haws: Donkey Basketball Brings the Chaos to Crab Orchard
Ashton Fox, Photographer • May 11, 2025
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Multimedia
Culture in Motion: Folklórico Dance and Music Take Center Stage at Logan
Culture in Motion: Folklórico Dance and Music Take Center Stage at Logan
Annalise Gould, Multimedia • May 6, 2025

The Mexican Folkoric Dance Company of Chicago and SIU Ballet Folkloric Dos...

Vols Light Up the Valley in Offensive Surge
Vols Light Up the Valley in Offensive Surge
Alyssa Dawson, Multimedia • April 25, 2025

John A. Logan College’s bats came alive in a 13-7 win over Wabash Valley...

Debut Episode of Concert on the Couch Features Producer-Engineer Salvador Miano
Debut Episode of Concert on the Couch Features Producer-Engineer Salvador Miano
Macy Glasser, Producer / Reporter • March 6, 2025

Volunteer reporter and producer Macy Glasser sat down with producer-engineer-musician...

The Jam - Episode 7
The Jam – Episode 7
Michael Gunn, Reporter • February 21, 2025

Volunteer reporter Jaden Patterson sat down with JALC women’s basketball...

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