John A. Logan College Little Egypt Football Preseason Poll: Chock-full of returners, Marion earns preseason #1 spot

The Marion Wildcats are the top team in Southern Illinois entering the 2025 season. The Cats return a glut of last year’s roster and are led by a quarterback that received national attention during the offseason in
Herman’s Music Minute for August 22nd

On this day in music history… In 1969, at John Lennon’s estate in Berkshire, England, The Beatles partook in their final photo shoot. This was the last time all four Beatles were together in the same place.
Alert for active shooter at Villanova University later revealed to be a hoax

The active shooter situation that saw dozens of law enforcement officials responding to an alert from Villanova University was later deemed a hoax, according to officials. Police responded after Villanova University issued a warning for an active
Appeals court throws out $500M civil fraud judgment against Trump

A New York appeals court threw out the $500M judgment against President Donald Trump stemming from NY Attorney General Letitia James’ business fraud case against Trump and his business. Trump, 78, was found to have fraudulently inflated
Buckcherry announce Fall 2025 headlining tour with Michael Monroe

Buckcherry have announced a fall headline tour with support from Hanoi Rocks vocalist Michael Monroe on select dates. The tour begins September 20th with a date at The Coach House in San Juan Capistrano, California (without Monroe).
Sting celebrates 40th anniversary of his debut solo album ‘The Dream of the Blue Turtles’ with expanded edition

Sting is celebrating the 40th anniversary of his debut solo album, The Dream of the Blue Turtles, with a digital-only expanded edition. This special release includes 13 bonus tracks previously unavailable on streaming platforms, featuring remixes and