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Centralia Balloon Fest Lifts Off This Weekend

The skies above Marion County will feature floating globes of color this weekend as the Centralia Balloon Fest takes place. The Greater Centralia Chamber of Commerce is heavily involved in the event and the Chamber's Bob Kelsheimer talked about the longevity of the event, which draws spectators from all over the world.

The event runs this Friday, Saturday and Sunday, August 21st, 22nd and 23rd.  For more information visit their website at:http://www.balloon-fest.com/

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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