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WSIU Almanac 12.12.24

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ON THIS DAY in 1930 The Baseball Rules Committee greatly revises the rule book to change a ball bouncing into the stands from a home run to a double.

Locally,

The 14th Annual Christmas in Carterville is Saturday December 14th from 5 to 8pm. Stroll the downtown streets among the local merchants and vendors to enjoy a Winter Wonderland full of activities. Celebrate the season by making magical memories among the carolers, Santa visits, the tree lighting, carriage rides, and more.

In Mt Vernon, view the Christmas Model Train and Nativity Set Exhibit at Jefferson County Historical Village. Marvel at model train displays and nativity scenes. Some vintage displays date back to the 1940s & 50s. Visit the village December 14th & 15th. The event is free. Find more info in today’s almanac.
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In Marion, the Very Merry Holiday Market is this weekend at Tower Square Plaza.
Friday 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Sunday 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
FREE ENTRY!

❄️Shop Local Handmade Vendors

❄️Delicious Food & Treats

❄️Visit the Alpacas from the Rolling Oak Alpaca Ranch

❄️Book a Carriage Ride

❄️Visit Santa

❄️Ice Skating Visit www.verymerrymarion.com for more details.

Herrin Hospital - Medical Arts Conference Center, tomorrow (12/13) from 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM Redcrossblood.org to make an appointment or find upcoming blood drives near you.

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Leah Lerner is a media writer, producer, and announcer at WSIU Public Broadcasting located at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. Contact WSIU Radio at 618-453-6101 or email wsiunews@wsiu.org.
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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.