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WSIU Almanac

WSIU Almanac: August 18, 2021

By Kevin Boucher

Published August 18, 2021 at 5:00 AM CDT

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The Franklin-Williamson Bi-County Health Department is holding vaccine clinics for those wishing to receive the COVID-19 shot. To learn more call 618-993-8111. Or, point your browser to: https://bicountyhealth.org/

On September 11, 2021 the City of Marion will host a Veterans Parade from the Marion Junior High School to the Williamson County Fairgrounds. For more information send an e-mail to edward2791@att.net or, browst to: https://www.visitsi.com/view-all-events

On Saturday August 21, 2021 in Effingham, there is a benefit 5K to support the building of Effingham County's first dog park. For more information visit: https://www.visiteffinghamil.com/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/9331/272

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Kevin Boucher

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.<br/><br/><br/>

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WSIU Almanac | The Almanac is a weekday feature that provides an overview of events, happenings, and history of the world around us. Each episode provides a little "slice of life" about the day. Send information to us at almanac@wsiu.org or wsiuradio@wsiu.org.