Leah Lerner

Media Writer, Producer and Announcer at WSIU-TV (Carbondale, IL)

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WSIU Almanac 4.17.25

1 week ago | wsiu.org | Leah Lerner

ON THIS DAY in 1970 Paul McCartney releases his 1st solo album "McCartney". Locally,The City of Herrin is celebrating the 125th Anniversary of its incorporation with a 2-day Incorporation Day celebration. Today, there will be a ribbon cutting and proclamation reading at City Hall at Noon followed by a tree planting ceremony in collaboration with their sister city in Italy at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church at 2. Tomorrow, the festivities begin at 5:30pm at The Herrin Civic Center.
WSIU Almanac 4.15.25

1 week ago | wsiu.org | Leah Lerner

ON THIS DAY in 1947 Jackie Robinson becomes the first African American to play in US major league baseball (Dodgers). The Carbondale Farmer’s Market is open every Saturday from 8 am to Noon through November - rain or shine - at the Westowne Shopping Centre on Carbondale's west side. Find a diverse mix of multi-generational family farms, ecological growers, artists, and craftspeople who are committed to bringing the best local food and arts to the market every week. Food, flowers and much more.
WSIU Almanac 4.14.25

1 week ago | wsiu.org | Leah Lerner

ON THIS DAY in 1981 The first Space Shuttle, Columbia 1, returns to Earth after 2 days and 6 hours in space. Union County Women in Business is hosting its 3rd Annual Women’s Conference! April 26th 8:30am- 2:30pm. This conference, like the organization, is meant to empower and encourage women in all phases of business and all stages of life. The conference will feature multiple speakers and topics to provide a range of information to attendees.
SIU to hold rock and mineral clinic at Marion event

2 weeks ago | wsiu.org | Leah Lerner

Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s geology program will host a rock and mineral clinic during a local gathering for mineral enthusiasts. The clinic, set for 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, is part of this weekend’s Marion Gem & Mineral Show at The Pavillion, 1602 Sioux Drive, Marion. Members of the public are invited to bring in any rock, mineral or geological sample for identification.
WSIU Almanac 4.11.25

2 weeks ago | wsiu.org | Leah Lerner

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WSIU Almanac 4.9.25

2 weeks ago | wsiu.org | Leah Lerner

ON THIS DAY in 2012 "The Lion King" becomes highest grossing Broadway show, overtaking "The Phantom of the Opera". The Illinois Department of Natural Resources will offer a free Boater Safety Course at the Rend Lake Project Office/Visitor Center on April 12th from 9:00am to 5:00pm. Participants will learn basic principles of safe boating. Space is limited, email course instructor Ervin Miller to register at [email protected]. The course is open to boaters of all ages and skill levels.
WSIU Almanac 4.8.25

2 weeks ago | wsiu.org | Leah Lerner

ON THIS DAY in 1833 in Portsmouth New Hampshire, the first city-supported public library opened. Shawnee Hills Arts Council is hosting an Open Mic Night on April 11, from 7-10 pm at the Anna Arts Center. All are Welcome to Perform – Music, Comedy, Spoken Word and Storytelling - call Zack at 309-826-6888 to be included on the program. It’s at the SHAC, 117 W Davie St, Anna. Doors open at 6:30 pm.
WSIU Almanac 4.7.25

2 weeks ago | wsiu.org | Leah Lerner

Happy Birthday to Francis Ford Coppola. The American filmmaker and Academy Award winner, responsible for films such as The Godfather trilogy, turns 86 today. The Herrin City Library will host guest speaker Nicholas Guardiano as he presents his upcoming book, John James Audubon in Illinois: Artistic Rambles on an American Frontier (SIU Press)onFriday, April 11 at 2:00 pm. This event is presented by the Herrin History Room and is free and open to the public.
WSIU Almanac 4.4.25

3 weeks ago | wsiu.org | Leah Lerner

On this day in 1949 North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) treaty signed in Washington, D.C.Cheryl Ernst delivers your Astronomy Update.
Learn about business resources and broadband through SIU meetups

3 weeks ago | wsiu.org | Leah Lerner

Find out about the many valuable services and programs available to businesses and explore the current status of broadband/internet connectivity in the region during a series of Business Resource Meetup and Broadband READY Meetup events this month, courtesy of Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Office of Innovation and Economic Development. Six free, public sessions will be held throughout the region with the assistance of local partners.