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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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Opinion: A reminder for plant-based eaters

February 23, 2020

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February 16, 2020

Column: Differentiating Facebook and Instagram s

February 9, 2020

Nearing the end of college is hard

January 12, 2020

Having little empathy is OK

December 8, 2019

Some lessons are learned the hard way

December 1, 2019

Opinion: Netflix is still a good service

November 17, 2019

Weird food combos are the best

November 11, 2019

It is good to be opinionated in life

November 4, 2019

Column: Be respectful of non-religious beliefs

October 27, 2019

OPINION: Teachers should avoid going on strike

October 20, 2019

Raise awareness for all cancers

October 13, 2019

Students should go to their Friday class

October 6, 2019

Joking about sexual assault is deplorable

September 29, 2019

Road trips make the best memories

September 22, 2019

Natural beauty is the best kind of beauty

September 8, 2019

There are still good cops in the world

August 25, 2019

Set goals to prepare for life after college

August 18, 2019

3 traits to determine a friend’s toxicity

April 21, 2019

Prioritize health as much as school

April 16, 2019

Volunteering can be beneficial, rewarding

April 9, 2019

Spring comes with multiple problems

April 2, 2019

Being an only child has pros and cons

March 26, 2019

Airlines need to be more accommodating

March 19, 2019

Find what makes you happy and do it

March 6, 2019

Disadvantages of being a taller female

February 26, 2019

Everyone has their quirks; here are mine

February 19, 2019

Illiteracy is still a problem in the US

February 12, 2019

Everyone should try watching a foreign Netflix show

February 5, 2019

Tips and tricks for writer’s block

January 21, 2019

My winter break was quite eventful

January 7, 2019

Idea’s for having a comfy break

December 3, 2018

Thank you to everyone who voted

November 12, 2018

Turning 21 and Halloween all in a week

October 29, 2018

Planning for anything is SMART

October 15, 2018

‘A Class Divided’ is worth watching

October 1, 2018

Learning a language is a gift

September 24, 2018

Get involved, but know your limits

September 16, 2018

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September 12, 2018

Identity can be a lifelong process

September 10, 2018

End the stigma with mental illnesses

September 3, 2018
Robyn Heitman, one of the drum majors for for the Panther Marching Band leads the band in a performance on move in day Aug. 16 outside of Andrews Hall.

Marching orders

August 28, 2018

Self-love and acceptance

August 27, 2018

Don’t shame others, love yourself

August 27, 2018

Take care of Eastern, make it look nice

August 26, 2018
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