David Yepsen, Director of the Paul Simon Public Policy Institute at SIU sits down with Tom Miller to discuss a recent poll conducted by the Simon Institute where Southern Illinoisans were asked about their thoughts on lawmakers, as well as the direction of the country, the state, and their community.

 

Carbondale City Manager Kevin Baity joins us to discuss the new fire station opening and the influx of students coming to town for the upcoming semester at SIU.

 
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Illinois State Representative Jay Hoffman (D-Belleville) joins The Morning Newswatch.

 
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Herrin Mayor Steve Frattini joined Tom Miller in the studio to discuss the new changes made from the city council meeting on Monday night, as well as the upcoming HerrinFesta Italiana.

 
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