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Screen shot of Students pose in front of EIU Spirit Rock with political statement "MAGA 47" at Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, Ill.
EIU spirit rock vandalized with political statement
Coles County Board District 6 Republican candidate Tom Royal won 77.54% over Democrat candidate Doug Fagan who had 22.46% of the votes. Royal celebrates with at the Coles County Republican watch party at the Mattoon Country Club on Election Day Tuesday evening.
Republicans sweep Coles County elections
Group X offers fitness classes free to EIU students like hot yoga, ab workouts, stretching and more.
EIU students get fit with Group X
Charleston residents wait in line to vote at the Coles County Courthouse.
Where do I go to vote in Charleston?
The student senate held its weekly meeting on Wednesday in the Witters Conference Room in Booth Library.
Student government updates on campus projects
EIU guard Kiyley Flowers defends Illinois Wesleyan junior guard Sara Balli during the second quarter of Eastern’s women's basketball exhibition match against Illinois Wesleyan at Groniger Arena Monday.
EIU women’s basketball prepares for season opener
Gradute student Guard Artese Stapleton takes the ball to the rim on the other side of the court, during The Eastern Illinois University against Earlham Quakers men basketball game
Six Panthers score double digits in men’s basketball home opener win
Number 11 Adam Boykin a forward freshman for Eastern Illinois University keeps the ball away from Middle field 21 Timothy Ospina player for University of Incarnate word, at the Lakeside Field on the Eastern Illinois University campus,
Freshman forward shares experience training with professional soccer players in Q&A
Senior guard NaKyel Shelton guards the University of Illinois from the ball during the game Monday.
EIU men’s basketball records 45-point deficit against UofI in season opener
EIU sophomore guard Lalani Ellis defends senior guard Illinois Wesleyan University Mallory Powers during the second quarter of Eastern's win against IWU 70-67 on Monday in Groniger Arena.
EIU women’s basketball wins after 12-point deficit
Anderson reflects on Yankees career during 9/11
Freshman right-handed pitcher Slater Wilcox (32) pitches at Coaches Stadium on Sunday for the EIU baseball game.
EIU Baseball’s path through OVC Tournament
Men's Baseball team players stand in the dugout at home against Bellarmine at Coaches Stadium on March 12, 2024. Eastern beat Bellarmine 9-4 Tuesday afternoon.
EIU Baseball honors seniors, win over MSU
Junior Outfield (1) Quade Peters join the team in excitedment after sliding into home base at the game against Bradley
EIU Baseball drops second game against MSU
The baseball team game get suspended due to the weather, the team walked back to the locker room at the game against Bradley University Tuesday
EIU Baseball loses fifth straight game
EIU guard Kiyley Flowers defends Illinois Wesleyan junior guard Sara Balli during the second quarter of Eastern’s women's basketball exhibition match against Illinois Wesleyan at Groniger Arena Monday.
EIU women’s basketball prepares for season opener
Gradute student Guard Artese Stapleton takes the ball to the rim on the other side of the court, during The Eastern Illinois University against Earlham Quakers men basketball game
Six Panthers score double digits in men’s basketball home opener win
Senior guard NaKyel Shelton guards the University of Illinois from the ball during the game Monday.
EIU men’s basketball records 45-point deficit against UofI in season opener
EIU sophomore guard Lalani Ellis defends senior guard Illinois Wesleyan University Mallory Powers during the second quarter of Eastern's win against IWU 70-67 on Monday in Groniger Arena.
EIU women’s basketball wins after 12-point deficit
Redshirt sophomore forward Kooper Jacobi puts the ball up in the paint during the Panther's first men's basketball game of the season against the Fighting Illini in the State Farm Center Monday night. Jacobi led the Panthers by scoring 10 points and rebounding 11 shots.
EIU men’s basketball prepares for 2024 season with multiple new players
Payton Liggins, sophomore, sports media relations.
COLUMN: What went wrong with EIU football?
Chloe Proffitt
COLUMN: Female athletes are just as capable as male
Patrick Schmitz
COLUMN: Court storming should be a thing of the past
Aidan Cusack
COLUMN: Court storming needs to stay
Following an investigation, the men's swim team is suspended for the fall semester.
COLUMN: EIU should move on from swim program
Freshman Joe Stoddard (117) runs at the 2023 EIU Walt Crawford open.
Panthers of the Week: Joe Stoddard, Alex Tetteh
Pierce Holley, a junior quarterback (3), looks to throw the ball to a teammate during their homecoming game against UT Martin at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.
Fall 2024 athletes to watch
Taris Thornton, a junior forward, attempts to rebound the ball during the during second quarter of the women's basketball game against the Western Illinois University Leathernecks at Groniger Arena on Saturday afternoon. Thornton scored 13 points, had two rebounds and shot 4-6 for field goals. The Panthers won 72-62 against the Leathernecks.
Panthers of the Week: Joe Stoddard, Taris Thornton
Panthers of the Week: Macy McGlone, Isai Morales
Panthers of the Week: Macy McGlone, Isai Morales
COLUMN: Why you should watch running sports
COLUMN: Why you should watch running sports
Running back Redshirt Sophomore MJ Flowers, Gets the ball during practices and holds is form before throwing it back. on O'Brien Field
Panthers of the Week: Pierce Holley, MJ Flowers
Redshirt freshman running back MJ Flowers (20) walks off the field at the end of the game after scoring four touchdowns which helped the panthers win over Tennessee State Tigers saturday afternoon.
Flowers scores three touchdowns in conference win over Western Illinois
Pierce Holley, a junior quarterback, stiff arms a Bryant University Bulldogs defender at O‘Brien Field saturday afternoon.
Panther football gets ready for rivalry against Leathernecks
Senior midfielder Izzy Patterson (2) and junior midfielder Avery Richardson (19) chase after the ball during the women's soccer game against the UT Martin Skyhawks Sunday at Lakeside Field. Patterson scored the only goal of the game winning 1-0 for the Skyhawks. Richardson had one shot on goal. Patterson had one shot, shot on goal and goal scored.
EIU women’s soccer set for tournament play
EIU football's Director of Football Performance, Jacob Hillmann, leads a stretch and warmups for the team to get started for practice.
EIU football players connect to energy from first year coach
Number 11 Adam Boykin a forward freshman for Eastern Illinois University keeps the ball away from Middle field 21 Timothy Ospina player for University of Incarnate word, at the Lakeside Field on the Eastern Illinois University campus,
Freshman forward shares experience training with professional soccer players in Q&A
Midfielder Felipe Kerr Lourenco (6) passes the ball during the game against SIUE Sunday.
EIU men’s soccer honors seniors, loses playoff contention to SIUE
Senior, goalkeeper Chad Smith, Kicks the ball out of the goal during the Eastern Illinois University Vs University of Chicago game
Panthers lose to Lions after two quick goals
Sam Eccles, a senior forward (9), dribbles the ball pass defender during their game against University of Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles at Lakeside field thursday afternoon.
EIU men’s soccer by the numbers
Forward Casey Welage (8) and midfielder Jake Pollock (25) chase after the ball at men's soccer practice at Lakeside Field on Thursday.
Panthers of the Week: Jake Pollock, David Brown
Sophomore infielder, Kendall Grover swings and misses the ball during the Eastern Illinois University softball game against Tennessee State.
Grover, Oslanzi, Archibald win OVC Awards
Freshman pitcher McKenzie Oslanzi throwing a pitch on April Saturday 20, 2024 against Tennessee Tech University.
Panthers of the Week: McKenzie Oslanzi, Joe Stoddard
Senior guard Jordan "Tiger" Booker during the men's basketball game against Tennessee Tech Thursday night at Groniger Arena. The Panthers beat the Golden Eagles 68-59.
Panthers of the Semester: Tiger Booker, Macy McGlone, Tara Archibald
Freshman catcher Sophia Olman catching a pitch on Saturday April 20 2024 against Tennessee Tech.
Catcher talks about being a black belt in Q&A
softball
EIU softball loses nine-game winning streak to Tennessee Tech
Senior midfielder Avery Richardson stands still during a break in the game for a green carding during the Eastern Illinois University Panther game vs Tennessee Teach Golden Eagles at Lakeside Field on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Charleston, Ill. EIU won 2-1.
Panthers of the Week: Avery Richardson, Conner Colston
Through 40 years of coaching: Scott Teeters
Following an investigation, the men's swim team is suspended for the fall semester.
COLUMN: EIU should move on from swim program
The women's swim team lost their first home meet of 2024 149-109 against the University of Southern Indiana.
EIU swim competes for first time in 2024
Jackson Penny, a sophomore individual medley and breaststroke swimmer, jumps from the grab start of the men’s 200 yard medley relay for the breaststroke segment at the swimming meet on Saturday at Padovan Pool. The Panthers won 169-93 against Valparaiso.
EIU Swim competes as whole
Pierce Holley, a junior quarterback (3), looks to throw the ball to a teammate during their homecoming game against UT Martin at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.
Fall 2024 athletes to watch
Junior infielder Danny Infante tags University of Dayton freshman infielder David Mendez during their double header on March 16 and 17 at Coaches Stadium
Panthers of the Week: William Hays, Danny Infante
Tennis ball by the nets at the Darling Courts Wednesday afternoon
EIU men’s tennis gets second straight victory with win against USI
Fifth year senior Max Pilipovic-Kljajic is a computer science major from Brisbane, Australia, practicing his serve and is currently attending Eastern Illinois University
EIU tennis siblings’ journey from Australia
Head Coach Robin Cambier (mens and womens tennis) during pratice on wed Feb 14, 2024, helping players improve skills Macfee on Eastern Illinois University in Charleston Ill ©
EIU tennis coach with varied past: Robin Cambier
Senior outside hitter Kaitlyn Flynn taps the ball over the net during the Eastern Illinois University against Southern Illinois University Evansville.
EIU volleyball splits games to Tennessee Tech
Sophomore middle blocker Julia Stanev spikes the ball over the net, during the Eastern Illinois University against Southern Illinois University Evansville
EIU volleyball wins during Greek night
Junior outside hitter Matilda Dahlström, supports the volleyball team from the sideline during the matchup between Eastern Illinois University and Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.
Junior outside hitter talks about support system in Sweden in Q&A
EIU volleyball wins first conference game
EIU volleyball wins first conference game
Freshman outside hitter Destiny Walker waits for a serve from Southern Indiana at Friday's game in Groniger Arena. The Panther's lost 3-0.
Takeaways from EIU volleyball
Cam'ron Hardy, Senior, Journalism
‘King Richard:’ greatness starts with a plan and a tennis ball 
Luke Brewer, Freshman, Journalism.
COLUMN: ‘The Thing:’ a pleasantly grotesque horror 
Juniors Lauren Carter-Chenowith and Azlynn Padderatz-McNicol acting through an improv scene at the Hello Dali event on Thursday, October 24th at 8:00 p.m. in the Doudna Fine Arts Center Lecture
“Hello Dali” provides laughs to Eastern students
Grupo Bella vocalist Vanessa Ramirez sings during Grupo Bella's performance in the Dvorak Concert Hall in the Doudna Fine Arts Center Saturday evening.
Grupo Bella brings crowd to feet to dance
Gunnar Olson, Senior, Journalism.
COLUMN: ‘It’s What’s Inside’ asks who are you on the inside?
Cam'ron Hardy, Senior, Journalism
‘King Richard:’ greatness starts with a plan and a tennis ball 
EDITORIAL: Signs of divide
EDITORIAL: Signs of divide
Luke Brewer, Freshman, Journalism.
COLUMN: ‘The Thing:’ a pleasantly grotesque horror 
Jason Farias, Sophomore, History education
COLUMN: We deserve Election Day off
Gunnar Olson, Senior, Journalism.
COLUMN: ‘It’s What’s Inside’ asks who are you on the inside?
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Two Dudes Talk Movies Ep. 73: Is Trick ‘r Treat (2007) A Staple In The Horror Genre?
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Two Dudes Talk Movies: Ep. 72: Frankenhooker: Reanimated From The Grave
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Two Dudes Talk Movies: Ep. 71: The Fly: Buzzing Through The Gore
Panther Profiles: Ep. 22: Robin Cambier comes on the show
Panther Profiles: Ep. 22: Robin Cambier comes on the show
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Two Dudes Talk Movies Ep. 70: Joker: Folie à Deux and the Horrible, No Good, One Bad Day
Participants of the Haunted Hike take a hayride back to the entrance of Douglas Hart Nature Center. The guided hikes took off every five minutes on the trails to cycle through the different Beetlejuice themed stations on Saturday night, Oct. 19, from 5-8 p.m.
THROUGH THE LENS: ‘Beetlejuice’ takes over Douglas-Hart Nature Center
There were 24 finishers in the 50-mile race at the Tour De Charleston Saturday. First place finished the race in 2:10:16.22.
THROUGH THE LENS: Tour De Charleston
The Camp New Hope had a small Mattoon train that took people around the camp sight seeing during the Camp New Hope 50th anniversary.
THROUGH THE LENS: Camp New Hope celebrates 50th anniversary
Students start to cook the beans and corn for meatless tacos during a healthy cooking class.
THROUGH THE LENS: Something’s cooking in Klehm Hall
Students were given glow sticks at the Glow Foam Party in South Quad on Saturday.
THROUGH THE LENS: Glow Foam Party lights up South Quad
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Council to appropriate $150,000 for street repairs

By Kathryn Richter City Editor
April 29, 2012

Eastern employees receive award

By Kathryn Richter City Editor
April 26, 2012

Charleston, students to celebrate National Day of Prayer

By Kathryn Richter City Editor
April 25, 2012

A Night of Reason: Society presents guest speaker

By Kathryn Richter City Editor
April 19, 2012

Coalition to inform about consuming with conscience

By Kathryn Richter City Editor
April 19, 2012

Council approves funds for renovations

By Kathryn Richter City Editor
April 17, 2012

Council to vote on water, sewer rates

By Kathryn Richter City Editor
April 16, 2012

Fashion show encompasses students’ dreams

By Kathryn Richter City Editor
April 15, 2012

BSU to host 21st annual fashion show

By Kathryn Richter City Editor
April 12, 2012

Chamber hosts successful women’s event

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April 12, 2012

HOPE to host BINGO for kids

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April 11, 2012

Charleston Community Theatre to perform ‘Godspell’

By Kathryn Richter City Editor
April 9, 2012

Students share their weekend holiday plans

By Kathryn Richter City Editor
April 8, 2012

To vote or not to vote? That is the question students face in November

By Kathryn Richter City Editor
April 8, 2012

Students, residents share Easter plans

By Kathryn Richter City Editor
April 5, 2012

Chamber accepting donations

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April 4, 2012

City council approves $1.7 million loan

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April 3, 2012

Children, adults to hunt for eggs

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March 28, 2012

Greeks explain thought process behind ‘Come Together’ theme

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March 28, 2012

Students react to shortened MAP Grant deadline

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March 26, 2012

Lincoln Log Cabin raises funds

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March 25, 2012

Bailiff witnesses changes in Charleston over years

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March 21, 2012

Council to vote on $1.6 million loan

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March 20, 2012

City Council to approve contracts, scholarships

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March 19, 2012

Student voting expected to be low

By Kathryn Richter City Editor
March 19, 2012

Pedestrian safety concerns Council

By Kathryn Richter City Editor
March 6, 2012

Library director celebrates one year

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March 5, 2012

City Council to discuss stop signs, speed limits

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March 5, 2012

Made of Steel: Fitness competition winners announced

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March 4, 2012

Domino’s closed while looking for new owner

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February 29, 2012

‘Living History’ kicks off program

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February 26, 2012

Eastern interns find careers

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February 23, 2012

Women’s voices blast from the past

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February 23, 2012

Joey’s hosts benefit to raise money for Haiti

By Kathryn Richter City Editor
February 21, 2012

City Council approves turn lane on Ninth

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February 21, 2012

City Council to vote on additional left turn lane on Ninth Street

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February 20, 2012

Joey’s to host Haiti benefit

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February 19, 2012

UPD says DUIs have increased in recent years

By Kathryn Richter City Editor
February 15, 2012

Newlyweds offer advice

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February 13, 2012

Family advocates rescue children from sexual, physical abuse

By Kathryn Richter City Editor
February 13, 2012

Men cook for cause

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February 12, 2012

‘One man band’ performs at Nature Center

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February 12, 2012

Speed limit receives mixed reviews from community

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February 9, 2012

Bower prosecutes 1,000 cases a year

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February 8, 2012

Council votes to reduce speed on Fourth Street

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February 7, 2012

City council to vote on speed limit change

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February 6, 2012

Runners race through the streets

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February 5, 2012

Final Jeopardy

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February 3, 2012

Students share personal plans for Super Bowl Sunday

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February 2, 2012

Theatre holding auditions for Shakespeare’s ‘Merchant of Venice’

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February 1, 2012

Charleston Alley actors to perform one-act plays

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February 1, 2012

Consignment store to open soon

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January 31, 2012

Organizations to help raise money for residents

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January 30, 2012

Children’s Advocacy looking for champions

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January 26, 2012

County Market showcases new location, features

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January 24, 2012

BSW says work is rewarding

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January 23, 2012

County Market opens new store location

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January 23, 2012

Registration open for spring classes at Tarble Arts Center

By Kathryn Richter City Editor
January 20, 2012

Council debates speed limit

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January 17, 2012

Speed limit on Fourth Street may be reduced

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January 16, 2012

Winter weather wreaks havoc

By Kathryn Richter City Editor
January 12, 2012

Families to gather for City Hall movie night

By Kathryn Richter City Editor
January 10, 2012

Local stores adapt to lack of snow

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January 10, 2012

Dirty’s brings diverse food, drinks

By Kathryn Richter City Editor
January 9, 2012

New County Market upgraded, with higher energy efficiency

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January 9, 2012

City offers new mix of activities for students

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January 8, 2012
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