The Pumpkin Race Begins on Saturday October 27th, 2018.
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Awaiting the Start Of The Pumpkin Race At the Carbondale Halloween Celebration.
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A Wayward Pumpkin Hits the WSIU Camera on Saturday October 27th, 2018.
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The Scene at Mill and Illinois Avenue, Site of the Great Pumpkin Race. Saturday October 27th, 2018.
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Some Celebrants Admire One Of The Customized Racing Pumpkins on Saturday October 27th 2018.
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Official "Wayward Pumpkin Smasher", Olympian and SIU Alum Deanna Price at the Great Pumpkin Race. October 27th 2018
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Youngsters Enjoying The Treats at Murdale Shopping Center on Saturday October 27th, 2018.
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Youngsters Enjoying The Treats at Murdale Shopping Center on Saturday October 27th, 2018.
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While the crowds gathered Saturday to see President Donald Trump, others gathered at various locations around Carbondale for the return of the "Official Carbondale Halloween."
Kevin Boucher is a retired broadcaster. Most recently he was a news reporter for WSIU radio. He grew up watching nature programs including Mutual of Omaha’s wild kingdom and the many Jacques Cousteau specials which sparked his passion with nature. Kevin also is an avid hiker and loves seeing and writing stories about the many fascinating plants and animals we share our planet with. Kevin is married and has lived in Murphysboro since 1976, after living in many places, including Japan, as the son of a Navy officer.
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