Marion Mayor Bob Butler speaks on WJPF about the overlooking of southern Illinois by lawmakers in Springfield and the money owed from the state of Illinois to the city of Marion for the construction and opening of the Hub Recreation Center. Butler also discusses the growth of business needed for the area and status of the Star Centre Mall.

 

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Samuel Stratemeyer, a republican candidate in the 118th house district primary, joins The Morning Newswatch.

 
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Tom Miller speaks with Brent Gentry about his decision to run for another term as Williamson County Commissioner.

 
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Murphysboro Mayor Will Stephens joins Tom Miller on The Morning Newswatch.

 
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