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Carbondale native to be honored in Black History Month celebration

WSIU Public Broadcasting | By Jennifer Fuller
Published February 20, 2023 at 5:45 PM CST
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Illinois Treasurer Mike Frerichs' office selected Justin Dentmon for award

Carbondale's Justin Dentmon will be honored for his work in athletics during a special Black History Month celebration later this week.

Dentmon will be among honorees celebrating with Illinois Treasurer Mike Frerichs. He's being recognized for "Outstanding Achievement in Sportsmanship" for his work in founding the Justin Dentmon Athletic Center in Carbondale.

The Carbondale native, who played in the NBA and for professional basketball teams overseas, returned home in 2016 to found theDentmon Center, which provides athletic training and opportunities for youth from around southern Illinois.
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Diversity Athletics & RecreationBlack History MonthCarbondale
Jennifer Fuller
Jennifer Fuller joined Capitol News Illinois in July 2023 as the organization’s broadcast director. She will oversee the launch and operations of CNI’s new broadcast division.

Contact Jennifer Fuller at jfuller@capitolnewsillinois.com
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