Gary Williams, the Economic Development Coordinator for the City of Carbondale and Steve Mitchell with Connect SI join The Morning Newswatch to discuss the process underway to build an ultra high-speed broadband internet network in Carbondale, making Carbondale the region's first "Gigabit City."

Illinois State Senator Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg) joins The Morning Newswatch.

Tom Miller speaks with Marion Mayor Bob Butler about the booming business activity in Marion.