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Stay current with all the latest and breaking news about West Frankfort, compare headlines and perspectives between news sources on stories happening today. In total, 10 stories have been published about West Frankfort which Ground News has aggregated in the past 3 months.

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Stay current with all the latest and breaking news about West Frankfort, compare headlines and perspectives between news sources on stories happening today. In total, 10 stories have been published about West Frankfort which Ground News has aggregated in the past 3 months.

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Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois Recognizes Outstanding Volunteers with the Thanks Badge and Honor Pin Awards

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Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois Recognizes Outstanding Volunteers with the Thanks Badge and Honor Pin Awards

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GLEN CARBON – Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois presented the Thanks Badge and Honor Pin to outstanding volunteers at the annual Recognition of Excellence awards ceremony. Mary Armes from West Frankfort, Jodie Herbstritt from Belleville, and Debbie Parker from Robinson were awarded the Thanks Badge while Amy Huller from Belleville was awarded the Honor Pin. The Thanks Badge honors an individual whose ongoing commitment, leadership, and service ha…See the Story

Bulk Trash Pick-up Week Begins Monday in West Frankfort

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Bulk Trash Pick-up Week Begins Monday in West Frankfort

WEST FRANKFORT – The City of West Frankfort will hold its Bulk Trash Pick-up next week. Below is a list of items Bulldog Systems will not accept. Photo credit: City of West Frankfort – Mayor’s Office Facebook See the Story

Old King Coal Festival marks 84th year honoring mining legacy

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Old King Coal Festival marks 84th year honoring mining legacy

Since its inception in 1941, the Old King Coal Festival has honored the region's coal miners and their contributions to the community. The deep-rooted celebration kicks off Thursday and runs through Sunday.See the Story

New Crosswalks, Lower Speed Limit Coming to Cleveland Street

New Crosswalks, Lower Speed Limit Coming to Cleveland Street

WEST FRANKFORT – The City of West Frankfort says starting Tuesday, the speed limit will change from 30 mph to 20 mph on Cleveland Street between Lincoln and Cherry streets. Crosswalks are being added between these locations. Use caution in this area.West Frankfort · West Frankfort Read Article

Night's Shield receives state grant for homeless youth program

Night's Shield receives state grant for homeless youth program

WEST FRANKFORT — One local organization is among the 10 non-profits receiving a $20,000 grant from the state of Illinois to strengthen its community impact.West Frankfort · West Frankfort Read Article

Redbirds play long ball to rally past Nashville

Redbirds play long ball to rally past Nashville

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WEST FRANKFORT — Lainee Dunston and Jenna Deason each clubbed three-run homers in the bottom of the seventh inning Wednesday to lead the West Frankfort Redbirds softball team to a crazy 13-11 comeback win over visiting Nashville.West Frankfort · West Frankfort Read Article

West Frankfort Mayor responds to negative online commentary regarding livestock ordinance - KBSI FOX23 News Cape Girardeau News

West Frankfort Mayor responds to negative online commentary regarding livestock ordinance - KBSI FOX23 News Cape Girardeau News

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WEST FRANKFORT, Ill., (KBSI) – CARBONDALE, Ill. – Mayor Tim Arview said recent online commentary has misrepresented his office’s actions and intentions. “While I believe in transparency and open dialogue, I also believe in protecting the dignity of our city processes and its people,” Arview said. He added that he won’t engage in online arguments but will continue serving residents by working toward fairness, safety and lawful conduct. “The truth…West Frankfort · West Frankfort Read Article

West Frankfort Mayor Issues State of Local Emergency

West Frankfort Mayor Issues State of Local Emergency

WEST FRANKFORT – In response to the severe weather forecast predicting heavy rain and potential flooding over the next few days, West Frankfort Mayor Tim Arview has officially declared a State of Local Emergency for the City of West Frankfort. This proactive measure is being taken under the authority granted by the city’s Emergency Plan, which exists to ensure the efficient and coordinated response of all city departments and emergency services …Floods · West Frankfort Read Article

Trojans slug way past Redbirds in softball

Trojans slug way past Redbirds in softball

WEST FRANKFORT — The Crab Orchard Trojans softball team pounded out nine runs on 13 hits Monday in notching a nonconference victory at West Frankfort, 9-4.West Frankfort · West Frankfort Read Article

John Smith of West Frankfort named 2025 Old King Coal

John Smith of West Frankfort named 2025 Old King Coal

WEST FRANKFORT — The Old King Coal Festival has named John Smith of West Frankfort as the 2025 Old King Coal. John will reign over the festival, which runs May 8 through 11 in downtown West Frankfort.West Frankfort · West Frankfort Read Article

Frankfort CUSD #168 goes on soft lockdown after man walking nearby with lookalike gun

Frankfort CUSD #168 goes on soft lockdown after man walking nearby with lookalike gun

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WEST FRANKFORT, Ill. (WSIL) -- School administration said there was a hold or soft lockdown on Monday after an initial report of someone walking down the street while carrying a long gun.Lockdown · West Frankfort Read Article