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Dec 2, 2024 · Redshirt junior safety Kaelin Drakeford announced he’s entering the transfer portal. Drakeford, a Harrodsburg, Kentucky, native, has been with the Panthers for five years. …

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Nov 4, 2024 · Foul trouble and rebounding were problems for Eastern in their season opener against the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. The Panthers lost to the Fighting Illini 112 …

Nov 6, 2024 · Republicans captured both contested Coles County board elections Tuesday. In District 6, the board seat went to Republican Tom Royal. Royal won with 77.54% of the vote …

Oct 28, 2024 · While most are sleeping at 4:30 in the morning, Eastern’s Director of Football Performance Jacob Hillmann is up and at it. Preparing for the long days in the football facilities …

Nov 14, 2024 · As the Panthers had internal promotions, moving Kyle Derickson to the offensive coordinator role, there was one question within the program. Who would fill Derickson’s old …

Oct 14, 2024 · Roof shingle palettes and a dumpster have sat in front of Buzzard Hall for the past several weeks. The EIU board of trustees approved Buzzard’s roof replacement at its Sept. 4 …

Oct 22, 2024 · Throughout the football season, Eastern has faced multiple challenges on the field. Anywhere from injuries and making sure the next man up is ready to step out on the field, here …

Nov 4, 2024 · Sophomore guard Lalani Ellis led Eastern with 26 points as the Panthers beat the Illinois Wesleyan Titans 70-67 in an exhibition game Monday night at Groniger Arena. Ellis …