ON THIS DAY in 1974 Muhammad Ali KOs George Foreman in the 8th round in "The Rumble in the Jungle" in Kinshasa, Zaire, regaining the world heavyweight boxing title.
A reminder that most communities in the area are hosting their trick-or-treating events over the next several days so remember to watch for children and use caution if you are driving during designated trick or treat hours in your area.
Illinois Extension is partnering with Jackson County Health Department to host a Pumpkin Smash on Saturday, November 8 at the Jackson County Extension Office beginning at 10 a.m. You can green up your Halloween by recycling pumpkins into compost. The Pumpkin Smash will offer pumpkin smash games, educational booths, a live tasting, food vendors, and more! To learn more about this event, visit go.illinois.edu/JCPumpkinSmash or call Lynn Heins at (618) 687-1727.
The Varsity in Carbondale is offering special movie screenings in October to celebrate the spooky season, from new releases to cult classics and more. On Thursday, October 30th, see The Exorcist. Then on Friday, the 31st see Halloween at 7pm and Rocky Horror Picture show at Midnight. Learn more at www.carbondalehalloween.com or www.thevarsitycenter.org
John A. Logan College AutumnFest Arts & Crafts Show, an annual event for handcrafted arts, crafts, and specialty foods. Annual attendance is approximately 8,000. John A. Logan College, Carterville, IL
Saturday, November 8th, 2025 9AM – 4PM
Sunday, November 9th, 2025 10AM – 4PM
