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Charlestons Fourth of July parade started in the square with multiple different groups distributing candy and showing representation like the countys Democrat and Republican groups, Charleston High Schools cheerleaders, multiple church groups, the local martial arts class and even clowns riding dirtbikes.
Charleston hosts 31st Annual RWB Days
Jeff Riggs, his wife Kristen Riggs and their son Caleb Riggs watch the fireworks display at the Coles County Airport Friday as part of Red, White and Blue Days. The two-day celebration ended with the fireworks.
Bruce Springsteen tribute band to perform Sunday during RWB Days
Members of the University Professionals of Illinois socialize before the negotiation team meets with Eastern’s negotiation team at Booth Library Monday afternoon.
Eastern’s faculty union hopes to hear financial package during next meeting
UPD to revive R.A.D. self-defense training
UPD to revive R.A.D. self-defense training
Brother Jed takes his turn to preach after his wife, Sister Cindy, on Sept. 13. He explains stories about his life and answers questions from students.
Brother Jed’s history with Eastern
Eastern midfielder Munir Sherali keeps the ball away from an opponent in a match against Purdue Fort Wayne on Sept. 3 at Lakeside Field. Eastern lost the match 1-0.
Josh Oakley returns to coach men’s soccer
Trevor Nichols pitched five innings during the Panthers first game of the OVC Tournament against the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Cougars in Lexington, KY. The Panthers lost 8-6 against the Courgars, closing out the season.
Panthers eliminated in first game of OVC Tourney
The Panthers celebrate after winning their last conference game of the season on Friday. The Panthers won one game of the doubleheader, against the Southeast Missouri Redhawks 7-5.
Panthers lock fourth seed in OVC, play Wednesday
In the top of the eighth, left, Jason DeCicco, a senior left-handed pitcher, is relieved after Jackson Nichols, a sophomore right-handed pitcher, during the Panthers Senior Day game against the Western Illinois University Leathernecks Tuesday afternoon. After stepping off the mound, DeCicco embraces most of the team exchanging sentiments with them.
Panthers snap losing streak on Senior Day
Eastern pitcher Hayden Birdsong releases a pitch against Murray State on April 22 at Laker Baseball Field in Mattoon. Birdsong pitched five innings of relief, allowing just one run while striking out a season-high nine batters. Eastern lost the game 17-10.
Panthers lose weekend series against Belmont
Take big business out of education
Take big business out of education
COLUMN: Overturning Roe v. Wade is not pro-life
COLUMN: Overturning Roe v. Wade is not pro-life
COLUMN: Weight loss programs arent being sensitive
COLUMN: Weight loss programs aren’t being sensitive
Director of Disability Services April Jackson said its office doesnt conduct routine inspections of campus to see if its disability friendly.
Letter from the Editor: ‘All in’ should mean all
I really hope graduate school isnt scary
I really hope graduate school isn’t scary
Director of Disability Services April Jackson said its office doesnt conduct routine inspections of campus to see if its disability friendly.
Letter from the Editor: ‘All in’ should mean all
EDITORIAL: It is too late to take credit
EDITORIAL: It is too late to take credit
EDITORIAL: Find your Betsy Jewell and thank her
EDITORIAL: Find your Betsy Jewell and thank her
EDITORIAL: No one needs a Miss White EIU
EDITORIAL: No one needs a Miss White EIU
EDITORIAL: What Eastern needs in its next president
EDITORIAL: What Eastern needs in its next president
Take big business out of education
Take big business out of education
COLUMN: Overturning Roe v. Wade is not pro-life
COLUMN: Overturning Roe v. Wade is not pro-life
COLUMN: Weight loss programs arent being sensitive
COLUMN: Weight loss programs aren’t being sensitive
I really hope graduate school isnt scary
I really hope graduate school isn’t scary
COLUMN: Id appreciate if we didnt ruin the world
COLUMN: I’d appreciate if we didn’t ruin the world
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Coles County Faith-Based Coalition for Racial Justice thankful for Douglas Hall name change
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Coles County Faith-Based Coalition for Racial Justice thankful for Douglas Hall name change
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: 1978 EIU Championship Football Team members forced to pay for a ticket to the Homecoming game
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: 1978 EIU Championship Football Team members forced to pay for a ticket to the Homecoming game
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: I love when Brother Jed comes to campus
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: I love when Brother Jed comes to campus
Guest Column: You can cancel Stephen Douglas or you can cancel Black people
Letter to the Editor: Be aware of others’ struggles, hard times during pandemic
Josh Hernandez, a junior majoring in finance and plays Tom (Catherine’s husband), and Merri Bork, a junior majoring in theatre and plays Catherine, perform during a dress rehearsal for “These Shining Lives” in The Theatre. In this scene, Tom is comforting Catherine after she woke up from a nightmare about dying and tells her that she is still here with him.
PHOTO GALLERY: “These Shining Lives”
Review: Avoid Slender Man, not worth it
Underrated films: ‘Rush’
Mattoon Arts Council accepting entry forms for 2018 Photography Show
Underrated films: ‘The Place Beyond the Pines’
Siobhan Doherty speaks into a megaphone while protesting the overture of the Supreme Court Case Roe v. Wade Friday evening at Morton Park on Lincoln Ave. Doherty said she came out because she is very mad about Roe v. Wade being overturned. Im mad for not only myself, but also for all the women and people with uteruses that this is going to affect, Doherty said.
THROUGH THE LENS: Community members protest Roe v. Wade being overturned
Six-year-old Dulce Stern swims towards her mom Chelsea Stern at the Rotary Community Aquatic Center pool in Charleston Ill. on Tuesday, June 14, 2022. Chelsea said the two come out here almost every day to swim and have fun, plus it helps burn off some energy. Dulce said she loves jumping off the diving board and going on the slide with her dad.
THROUGH THE LENS: Charleston community beats the heat
Three different commencement speakers gave speeches during the graduation ceremony for the Eastern Illinois University Class of 2022 Saturday afternoon in Lantz Arena. Representing the Lumpkin College of Business and Technology Marie Koch delivered her speech during the first ceremony. Representing the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Jerimiah Boyd-Johnson presented his speech at the second ceremony. Representing the College of Education, MaryAnn Catt and Esperanza Murillo gave their speeches during the last ceremony.
Looking back at the 2021-2022 academic year
Members of the Eastern Class of 2022 celebrate a fellow graduate receiving their diploma during the 2022 spring commencement ceremony in Lantz Arena Saturday afternoon, May 7, 2022.
THROUGH THE LENS: Eastern graduation class of 2022
Sam Fagaly directs 10 songs at the Jazz Ensemble featuring Saxophones, Trumpets, Trombones, and the Rhythm Section on Tuesday night in Doudna Fine Arts Center, April 26, 2022 at Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, Ill.
THROUGH THE LENS: Spring Jazz Ensemble
the movie den
The Movie DEN Ep. 30: The Bad Guys & The Northman
creative outlet
Creative Outlet Ep. 9: Tyler Jordan of Good Looks
the news desk
Looking Back at the History of Powell-Norton Hall (formerly Douglas Hall)
the movie den
The Movie DEN Ep. 29: Legally Blonde & Fear
the news desk
Sports To Look Forward To & Athletes of the Year with Adam Tumino
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Men’s soccer talks getting through quarantine together

April 22, 2020

Life without sports is weird, we will get through it

March 23, 2020

Column: NCAA Tournament cancelation depressing

March 12, 2020

Notebook: Belmont, Cougars currently lead OVC standings

March 10, 2020

Analysis: Despite tournament exit, Panthers played well

March 8, 2020
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Lariah Washington rises above her defender to get off a shot attempt. Eastern lost 63-52 to Tennessee-Martin in the semifinals of the OVC Tournament Friday.

Skyhawks end Panthers’ season in the semifinal of OVC Tournament

March 6, 2020

Analysis: Men’s basketball struggled against resurging Austin Peay

March 6, 2020

Take some chances; make change

March 6, 2020
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Lariah Washington rises above her defender for a shot attempt. Eastern defeated Jacksonville State 49-46 to advance to the semifinals Friday in the OVC Tournament.

Analysis: Panthers made big plays at right time to clinch semifinals appearance

March 5, 2020

Panthers defeat Jacksonville State in 1st round of OVC Tournament.

March 5, 2020

Panthers finish regular season strong

March 1, 2020

Reflecting on college during midterm

February 28, 2020
George Dixon (left), Logan Koch (middle) and Shareef Smith (right) surround an Austin Peay ball handler and reach in for a steal during Eastern’s 83-80 victory over Austin Peay Feb. 22 in Lantz Arena. Eastern can secure an OVC tournament spot with a win Thursday against Southeast Missouri.

Men’s basketball team can clinch tournament spot with win Thursday, travel to face SEMO

February 26, 2020
Members of the Eastern mens basketball team (from left) Shawn Wilson, Josiah Wallace, Kashwan Charles and JaQualis Matlock celebrate an 83-80 overtime win against Austin Peay Feb. 22 in Lantz Arena.

Panthers grab back-to-back upset wins

February 24, 2020

Men’s basketball team completes sweep of top OVC teams, defeats Austin Peay 83-80

February 22, 2020

NBA playoffs bring surprises

February 20, 2020

Notebook: Men’s basketball to face top 2 teams in OVC this week

February 18, 2020

Analysis: 3 things for men’s basketball to execute

February 16, 2020
Adam Tumino | The Daily Eastern News Mack Smith attempts a layup during Easterns 76-74 loss to SIUE Thursday in Lantz Arena.

Eastern suffers tough loss to SIUE Thursday

February 15, 2020
Adam Tumino | The Daily Eastern News JaQualis Matlock plays through contact from his defender to drive down the lane for a layup attempt. Eastern defeated Morehead State 71-65 Feb. 6 in Lantz Arena.

Men’s basketball looks to build momentum, hosts SIUE Thursday

February 12, 2020

Smith, Wallace, defense flourish in win

February 9, 2020

Men’s basketball goes cold from three-point range in loss

February 7, 2020

A birthday ode to my mother

February 7, 2020

Dixon and Smith reflect on passing of Kobe Bryant

February 5, 2020

Men’s basketball set to play three straight games at Lantz

February 5, 2020

3 areas for Panthers to improve

February 3, 2020

Kobe Bryant will forever be my hero

January 31, 2020
Adam Tumino | The Daily Eastern News Shareef Smith looks around his defender to try and get a pass attempt off. Eastern defeated Southeast Missouri 61-59 Jan. 25 in Lantz Arena.

Panthers go on the road to face top OVC teams

January 29, 2020
Forward JaQualis Matlock looks to pass the ball in Eastern’s 61-59 win against Southeast Missouri on Jan. 25 at Lantz Arena.

Eastern to face top two teams in the OVC this week

January 28, 2020

3 things to build on for men’s basketball

January 26, 2020
Eastern guard Josiah Wallace drives inside against Tennessee-Martin Jan. 23 in Lantz Arena. Wallace had 22 points, 20 of which came in the first half, the Panthers won the game 95-83.

Men’s basketball wins 3rd-straight OVC game

January 24, 2020
Adam Tumino | The Daily Eastern News George Dixon hangs on the rim as he slams down a two-handed dunk. Eastern defeated Tennessee Tech 84-59 Jan. 18 in Lantz Arena.

Men’s basketball faces Tennessee-Martin Thursday in revenge game

January 22, 2020
Eastern guard Marvin Johnson attempts a layup against Tennessee Tech Jan. 18 at Lantz Arena. Johnson had six points and four assists in an 84-59 win for the Panthers.

Men’s basketball remains undefeated at Lantz Arena

January 18, 2020

‘The Rise of Skywalker’ was decent at best

January 17, 2020

Eastern showcases guard depth in 1st conference win

January 17, 2020
Adam Tumino | The Daily Eastern News Mack Smith (right) shouts directions to teammate George Dixon (left). Eastern defeated Green Bay 93-80 Dec. 7 in Lantz Arena.

Men’s basketball hopes to bounce back Thursday after rough start to OVC play

January 15, 2020
File Photo | The Daily Eastern New’s Head coach Kiki Lara in the middle of coaching a match in Fall 2018. Lara departs the program as the ninth coach in program history and serving five years as the head coach.

Lara leaves men’s soccer program

January 14, 2020

Top 3 teams in OVC match preseason poll

January 13, 2020

Men’s basketball loses 4th straight OVC game

January 12, 2020

Analysis: Dixon and Smith shine in win Dec. 7

December 8, 2019

The semester’s almost over; we can do it

December 6, 2019

Panthers’ comeback stopped short, lose to Fort Wayne on road

December 4, 2019

Analysis: 3 things that standout for men’s basketball

December 2, 2019

Here’s why Thanksgiving is my favorite

November 22, 2019

Omar ready for next step in his journey

November 20, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Deang Deang guards an opposing ball handler while preparing for an incoming screen. Eastern defeated Indiana Northwest 114-61 Monday in Lantz Arena.

Analysis: Panthers flourish on offense and defense in home win

November 19, 2019

Here’s a list of important albums (part 3)

November 15, 2019
Eastern guard Josiah Wallace wraps a pass around a Chicago State defender in the game Nov. 12 in Lantz Arena. Wallace had six points, three rebounds and three assists in the Panthers’ 98-34 win.

Men’s basketball team blows out Chicago State 98-34

November 13, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Davi Girardi (right) shields his eyes from the sun as he fights to win the ball out of the air. Eastern tied Omaha 0-0 at Lakeside Field Oct. 19.

Men’s soccer team finishes its 2019 season

November 11, 2019

Here’s a list of important albums (part 2)

November 7, 2019

Notebook: Eastern’s chances at tournament down to one match

November 6, 2019

Red Raiders rout Panthers in season opener

November 6, 2019

Men’s soccer wins final conference match

November 3, 2019

Here’s a list of important albums (part 1)

October 31, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Freshman Maxwell Allen attempts to intercept a pass in Eastern’s 0-0 double-overtime tie against Omaha on Oct. 19 at Lakeside Field.

Men’s soccer ready for Fort Wayne match

October 31, 2019

Panther defense prospers in exhibition win

October 30, 2019

Panthers’ playoff push enters final stretch

October 28, 2019

Men’s soccer loses 2-1 to Western Illinois in chippy match

October 27, 2019

Men’s soccer team to face Western on road

October 24, 2019

Opinion: It is not about how hard you can hit

October 24, 2019

Summit League soccer teams enter final 3 weeks

October 22, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Jonathan Burke makes a diving save off a rebound shot, coming after making an initial save on a penalty kick. Eastern tied Omaha 0-0 Oct. 19 at Lakeside Field.

Analysis: Burke’s penalty kick save sets tone against Omaha

October 20, 2019

Opinion: Three things NBA fans are ready to see

October 17, 2019

Men’s soccer prepares for final home match

October 17, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Quinn Rechner boots a long pass upfield, as a defender jumps to try and block it. Eastern lost 2-0 to Milwaukee Tuesday at Lakeside Field.

Column: Recent losses don’t shake Panther defense

October 16, 2019

Eastern men’s soccer team loses 2nd straight home game

October 15, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Edgar Mesa gets prepared to settle the ball out of the air, while looking upfield for an open pass. Eastern defeated IUPUI 1-0 Oct. 1 at Lakeside Field.

Panthers ready for home match against Milwaukee

October 14, 2019

Men’s soccer loses 5-1 to Northern Illinois

October 8, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Jonathan Burke punches a crossed ball away as an attacker misses his header attempt. Eastern defeated IUPUI 1-0 Oct. 1 at Lakeside Field.

Panthers ready for interstate rival

October 7, 2019

Men’s soccer loses first home game of the season against Oral Roberts

October 6, 2019

October is tough for me: Here’s why

October 3, 2019

Men’s soccer looks to protect undefeated home record against Oral Roberts Saturday

October 3, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Edgar Mesa goes up to head away a corner kick amongst his own teammates and an opposing player. Eastern scored a second-half goal to defeat IUPUI 1-0 Tuesday at Lakeside Field.

Men’s soccer scores late in match, defeats IUPUI 1-0 Tuesday

October 1, 2019

Men’s soccer ready for next game against IUPUI

September 30, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Shady Omar attempts a headed shot off a throw in in Eastern’s 3-2 win against Belmont Sept. 24 at Lakeside Field.

Men’s soccer opens conference play with tie

September 29, 2019

The Cardinals should not be ignored

September 26, 2019
Cameron Behm kicks his leg out to block the opponent’s pass attempt near the sideline. Eastern defeated Belmont 3-2 in overtime Tuesday at Lakeside Field.

Panthers to face Denver in conference opener

September 26, 2019

Sosnowski looks to leave his mark on Eastern soccer program

September 26, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Cameron Behm (left) and Shady Omar (right) celebrate Omar’s goal by running toward the bleachers. Omar’s goal, in the second half, tied Eastern’s match against Belmont at 2-2 Tuesday at Lakeside Field.

Men’s soccer beats Belmont in overtime

September 24, 2019

Men’s soccer team ready for home match against rival Belmont

September 23, 2019

Time has wings, so enjoy the present

September 20, 2019

Men’s soccer team looks back to championship team 50 years later

September 19, 2019

Men’s soccer shows more than 2-4 record

September 17, 2019
Karina Delgado | The Daily Eastern News Edgar Mesa, the captain of the men’s soccer team, starts to make a pass to a teammate. Eastern defeated St. Xavier in the match, Eastern’s home opener, 2-0 at Lakeside Field Sept. 10.

Men’s soccer splits weekend matches against Bradley, Northwestern

September 16, 2019

I’m rooting for the Dodgers: Here’s why

September 12, 2019
Karina Delgado | The Daily Eastern News Christian Sosnowski runs to gain possession of the ball as a defender starts to guard him. Eastern defeated St. Xavier Tuesday in its home opener 2-0 at Lakeside Field.

Men’s soccer looks to build momentum with weekend matches

September 12, 2019

Men’s soccer picks up 1st win of season

September 10, 2019

Men’s soccer attempts comeback, falls short 3-2 against Ohio State

September 8, 2019

Put your opinions on NFL players away

September 5, 2019

Defense will bounce back, improve for men’s soccer

September 4, 2019
File Photo | The Daily Eastern News Shady Omar tries to retrieve the ball out of midair as a defender grabs him during the Eastern men’s soccer team’s 2-1 loss to Valparaiso in October 2018 at Lakeside Field.

Men’s soccer loses first two matches to start the season

September 2, 2019

Disrespect toward Andrew Luck is unwarranted

August 29, 2019
File Photo | The Daily Eastern News Eastern goalkeeper Jonathan Burke skies over an attacker to make a save during the men’s soccer team’s double-overtime 1-1 tie with Evansville in August 2018 at Lakeside Field.

Burke ready to improve, lead men’s soccer this season

August 28, 2019

Column: Defense remains a focus for Eastern’s men’s soccer team

August 26, 2019

Holland’s Spider-Man is a success

August 22, 2019

Men’s soccer getting ready for the regular season after final exhibition match

August 20, 2019
File Photo | The Daily Eastern News Jake Andrews fends off a sliding defender while making a move with the ball during Eastern’s 0-1 loss to Green Bay at Lakeside Field in September 2018.

Men’s soccer team looking for improved offense this season

August 14, 2019

Track, field teams headed to Louisville

April 25, 2019

Panthers’ season over; offseason begins

April 24, 2019

Eastern wraps up season with losses

April 22, 2019
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