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A subreddit for the southern Illinois area.

/r/southernillinois

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Honeywell

Good place to transfer or no? Chemical operator Just looking for a place to go in, get the job done and go home. I’m female so being in a field where men are the majority i like to check the places first! This is a big move, want to know all I can beforehand. Drama free workplace or no? All the men trying to get their body up, or married I suppose! Tell me there’s other females in the areas outside offices!

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2024/10/28
15:53 UTC

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What is there to do in Vienna IL?

I just moved to the area and don't know anything about it or anyone around here.

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2024/10/26
20:35 UTC

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Man up adventure

What kind of religious militia activity is this?

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2024/10/25
12:05 UTC

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Source for cardboard boxes

I live in Harrisburg and I need cardboard boxes because I'm moving. Does anyone know of a good place that gives them away? Thanks in advance!

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2024/10/24
15:57 UTC

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Best haunted attractions/spooky stuff ?

Haven't been to a haunted house/attraction in a long time and I want to go this weekend. What're some in the area? Or any that I should avoid

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2024/10/23
23:56 UTC

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Pepsi MidAmerica Marion IL

Is this place THC friendly for a janitorial or a warehouse position?

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2024/10/23
03:09 UTC

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Thelma Mothershed Wair, Little Rock Nine Student, Dies at 83

"Mrs. Mothershed Wair earned a bachelor’s degree in home economics education from Southern Illinois University Carbondale and a master’s degree in guidance and counseling from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. She spent more than two decades working in the East St. Louis school system, both as teacher and an elementary career counselor, before retiring in 1994."

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/21/us/thelma-mothershed-wair-dead.html

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2024/10/22
13:38 UTC

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Sam Vadalabene bike trail

My partner and I are taking the Sam Vadalabene bike trail soon from Alton to Pere Marquette State Park in Grafton. Looking for food recommendations and suggestions on anything off the beaten path that we should see. Thanks!

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2024/10/22
13:14 UTC

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Full Paranormal Investigation at Henson Cemetery in Xenia Illinois

Paranormal Duo goes ghost hunting at Henson Cemetery. This investigation was filled with chilling moments. -Local lore: We met a woman who told us she took an offering off Lydia's grave, and her car flipped before she could enter the main road; rumor has it Satanic Rituals took place here. Native American Lydia is rumored to haunt you if you do not leave a gift for her upon her grave, and there is even a rumor that the archway is a portal to Hell. If you do not leave the same way you entered, your soul will be doomed.

We had a lot of crazy moments happen during our time at the Henson Cemetery, some I think I will remember for the rest of my life… with that said I hope I never have to go back to this cemetery!

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2024/10/19
07:35 UTC

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Cedar Falls from the top

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2024/10/18
02:53 UTC

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Walker’s Bluff

Do they have bubble craps?

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2024/10/18
00:49 UTC

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Indian Lydia of Xenia Illinois

My fiancee and I recently did a paranormal investigation at Henson Cemetery, resting place of Indian Lydia! Rumor has it if you do not leave a gift for her at her grave you will be followed home and haunted… I even heard but can’t verify that a girl once left without leaving a gift and she didn’t make it out of the driveway of the cemetery before her car flipped into a ditch Here is a short video on the history of Indian Lydia! (Investigation footage coming very, very soon)

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2024/10/13
07:33 UTC

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Stonefort Illinois 🥹 bean

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2024/10/11
15:35 UTC

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Edwardsville

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2024/10/11
14:10 UTC

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Northern Lights October 10th, 2024 from Hardin County, Illinois.

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2024/10/11
12:20 UTC

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Looking for people to trial our business

Have you ever wanted to have a painting of your partner, a family portrait, your dog or whatever your favorite photo is? I always loved the idea of painting but unfortunately I'm not the best at it. A few months ago though a friend and I came up with a cool idea, what if you could turn any photo you want into a paint by numbers. That way anyone can paint, anything they want.

We looked up custom paint by numbers and found a few Etsy stores selling them but they were way overpriced and most of them didn't even come with the canvas on a frame. So we looked around and talked to a bunch of suppliers, eventually we managed to produce custom paint by number kits cheaper then anywhere else and already framed (you can still order them without a frame but we found most people want them ready to go out of the box).

Long story short though we're trying to grow and get more people talking about us. So we decided it would be a good idea to reach out to some local subreddits and hopefully you'll enjoy them enough to share your experience :)

You can use the code "COSTPRICEREDDIT" to get our kits for cost price (our margins are pretty slim right now we want to be as affordable as possible). You can get up to 4 kits at that price so feel free to buy a few and plan a date night, family activity or just get your Christmas shopping done early.

Link - https://passionpaints.com/products/custom-paint-by-numbers-kit

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2024/10/09
11:02 UTC

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Best photo spots near Goreville?

Hey y'all! I'm getting married this upcoming August and I wanted to know if there were any places we could pay to take photos before our ceremony. Our theme includes lots of wildflowers so I'd love to incorporate that in our photos! I'm also down for a good trail. I just need the pretty parts to be somewhat manageable for a girl in her wedding dress :')

Thanks so much in advance! I def would love to give a finder's fee if we end up going with the suggestion

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2024/10/08
02:18 UTC

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Is this grass invasive?

I live in Southern Illinois and I've got this super thick carpet of grass that's creeping closer and closer into my lawn. I have no idea how it originally got in my yard, but I know it's spreading like crazy. I want to make sure I'm not allowing an invasive species gain a foothold.

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2024/10/01
22:46 UTC

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Tent camping

Looking to find a more secluded tent campground but still have access to electricity at our site preferably under an hour from Marion. Any and all suggestions welcome. Open to spots without electric if it's a hidden gem or feels more private. Thanks in advance

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2024/09/29
17:55 UTC

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Bachelor Party

I’m 42 years old. Getting married for the first time. I want to golf, then chill out with my homies. Around a fire or something?

Anyone know of a large Airbnb house, or Cabins near a golf course in Southern Illinois, or Missouri, or even Indiana.

13 Comments
2024/09/27
23:37 UTC

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I have a dog i need to rehome

We are moving by the end of the year out of state and unfortunately cannot take him with us. He will be around 4 by march 2025. He is very lovey and energetic. I am trying to find a good home for him before we move as I do not want him to have to go back to the animal shelter. Comment or dm me for pictures or any other questions. He's a good dog and deserves a good home.

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2024/09/24
06:44 UTC

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Places to go (around New Year/Fayette Count6)

TL;DR: any suggestions for places to go with young kids that isn't too far from Fayette county, and doesn't bust the bank?

I'll be visiting my mom and grandma in Fayette county the week of New Years. I love my family, but my memories of going there as a kid was that there wasn't really anything to do.

I put together a little list of possible day trips, but I only really have Springfield and St. Louis (with Cahokia kn the way) kinda figured out.

I have a 3 and a 6 year old with me, so a 1.5 hour drive is kinda pushin it already. I was thinking about Meramec, but it's a 2+ hour drive, and the only day they'd be open is the day before we fly out.

Already lookin at (depending on weather) Lincoln hom/tomb Kidzeum Cahokia mounds Gateway Arch St. Louis zoo/art museum Old state house in Vandalia

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2024/09/24
04:44 UTC

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FOUNDATION CHURCH PASTOR JUSTIN IS A BULLY

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2024/09/22
19:46 UTC

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Trying to visit every IDNR Property in Illinois-need advice

Trying to visit every IDNR Property in Illinois-need advice

For the past 3 years, my friend and I have been on a journey to visit all the State Parks in Illinois, and we are approaching half way (property 68 of 135). As we look forward to visiting more of southern Illinois next year, does anyone have tips for parks in the Carbondale area? Air bnbs, wineries, breweries?

If you want to check out our trips so far, you can find our blog at freshairfriendship.com, and also on instagram and TikTok- @fresh_air_friendship. If you have any questions about state parks in Illinois, I’ll do my best to answer!

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2024/09/22
18:15 UTC

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Assistance in Marion IL

I have been served a 5 day eviction notice and have to leave my home tomorrow, I have an almost 2 year old son and I don’t know what to do about money for transportation or really anything considering the only place we have to go is not walking distance to my job anymore. PM me if anyone could help with a wishlist or money or has any advice or resources.

26 Comments
2024/09/22
12:40 UTC

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