House Pumps Two Billion Into 'Clunkers'
8/01/2009
The House has passed a hastily-crafted bill to pump another two-billion dollars into the "Cash for Clunkers" program. Earl Stewart, who is a Toyota dealer in Florida, says the program has yielded big results in sales.
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The one-billion dollar car purchase rebate program, which is only about a week old, has been so popular that it's already running on fumes. The program gives consumers incentives to trade-in old, gas guzzling vehicles for new, fuel-efficient models. The House vote was 316-109. The Senate is expected to follow suit, early next week.
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The one-billion dollar car purchase rebate program, which is only about a week old, has been so popular that it's already running on fumes. The program gives consumers incentives to trade-in old, gas guzzling vehicles for new, fuel-efficient models. The House vote was 316-109. The Senate is expected to follow suit, early next week.
Quinn Announces Mammoth Cuts
8/01/2009
(Springfield) State agencies like the Illinois State Police, the Department of Corrections and the Department of Human Services may all be losing a chunk of their work force under Governor Quinn's proposal to cut a billion dollars.
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The Department of Corrections would lay off one thousand workers, over 800 human service workers would be jobless and about 300 employees with the Illinois State Police would be let go. Anders Lindall, spokesperson for AFSCME, the state's largest employee union, says Illinois has the fewest state employees on the books.
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Besides the job cuts, Quinn is making big cuts to grant programs. The governor maintains the only alternative to worse cuts is going to be an income tax increase, but he's likely going to have to wait until next year to get lawmakers to make that happen.
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The Department of Corrections would lay off one thousand workers, over 800 human service workers would be jobless and about 300 employees with the Illinois State Police would be let go. Anders Lindall, spokesperson for AFSCME, the state's largest employee union, says Illinois has the fewest state employees on the books.
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Besides the job cuts, Quinn is making big cuts to grant programs. The governor maintains the only alternative to worse cuts is going to be an income tax increase, but he's likely going to have to wait until next year to get lawmakers to make that happen.
Tornado Open Today
8/01/2009
(Taylorville) The 2009 Tornado Open is today (Saturday) at Lakeshore Golf Course in Taylorville. The 17th annual golf outing to benefit Taylorville High School sports kicks off at 12:30. The event is followed by a dinner/dance. In celebration of the event, participants enjoyed hors d'oeurves and entertainment at a 'pairings party' Friday night. The outing is the self-proclaimed largest fundraiser of the Taylorville High School Boosters Club.
Murder Suspects Appear In Christian County Court
7/31/2009
Pictured- Top: Brandon Allsup; Bottom Right: Ashley Davis; Top Right: Donnella Hamilton
(Taylorville) "Not Guilty," was all Donella Hamilton would say to reporters as she was led out of the Christian County Courthouse Friday morning, after making her first appearance on Murder Charges for the death of Springfield Cab Driver Steven Brummet. Hamilton, along with co-defendants Brandon Allsup and Ashley Davis all appeared in court separately, where they were informed of the charges against them and advised of their rights.
Hamilton and Allsup face first degree Murder Charges, while Davis faces concealment of homicide charges. Authorities say the victim Brummett picked up at least two of the defendants in his cab in the early morning hours of July 25th at a Springfield tavern. Charges allege the suspects attempted to rob Brummett at gunpoint, before shooting him once in the back of the head and leaving him at an abandoned Christian County farmhouse. While the charges presented implicate Brandon Allsup as the shooter, Christian County State’s Attorney Tom Finks explains Hamilton faces murder charges as well.
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As presented, the charges against Hamilton and Allsup carry a penalty of 20-60 years in prison. However, the State does have the opportunity to establish grounds to seek a sentence of natural life in prison or death.
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The felony charges against Davis carry a prison term of between one and three years in prison. Finks has indicated it is unlikely the state would seek a plea deal for Hamilton and Allsup, but has not ruled it out for Davis.
First appearance with counsel hearings for all three defendants have been set for Tuesday at 11am, and they have all been appointed public defenders.
Three Accused In Cabbie Murder To Appear In Court
7/31/2009
Pictured: Left: 26 year old Brandon Allsup; Charged With First Degree Murder -Top Center: 26 year old Donella Hamilton; Charged With First Degree Murder -Top Right: 20 year old Ashley Davis; Charged With Concealment of a Homicide
Three people accused in the shooting death of a Springfield cab driver have arrived in Taylorville, and are scheduled to appear in Christian County Court Friday.
Christian County State’s Attorney Tom Finks confirms Springfield residents 26-year-old Bandon L. Allsup, 26-year-old Donnella D. Hamilton, 20-year-old Ashley N. Davis have all waived their rights to extradition hearings in St. Louis, and are being transported to the Christian County Jail. Allsup and Hamilton are charged with 1st degree murder in the death of 40-year-old Steven L. Brummett of Loami. Davis is charged with concealment of a homicide. Brummett was shot once in the back of the head and left at an abandoned farmhouse in rural Christian County near Kincaid. A local farmer discovered his body Saturday Morning.
Hamilton, Allsup and Davis were arrested Sunday in St. Louis following an investigation led by the Illinois State Police and the Christian County Sheriff’s
Department. Brummett’s cab was also found abandoned in a park Sunday in St. Louis. All three accused are expected to make their first appearances at 10:30 in Courtroom 'A' of the Christian County Courthouse Friday morning.
Local Projects Abound In Capital Plan
7/31/2009
New information is available on how the 31 million dollars in funding made available through the Capital Construction Bill passed by Illinois Lawmakers earlier this year will be spent.
A press release from the Office of 49th District State Senator Deanna Demuzio outlined the projects coming to her district, which includes Christian and Montgomery Counties. Demuzio says the best part about the capital bill is the thousands of jobs it is expected to create locally and across the state.
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Included in the funding headed for Christian County include 100 thousand dollars for improvements to the courthouse, 50 thousand for technology infrastructure improvement for Taylorville High School, and 75 thousand for repairs to the Manner’s Park Pool.
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In addition, about 1.2 million dollars in federal earmarks are included for work on US 51 in Christian and Shelby Counties.
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Other Christian County projects in the capital bill include:
· $50,000 to the Village of Tovey for repairs or demolition of
Tovey Elementary School
* $250,000 to Lincoln Land Community College, Taylorville Campus
for construction of permanent facilities
* $27,195 to Taylorville Correctional Center to replace Operators
and Main Gates
* $50,000 to the Christian County Senior Center for building
renovations
* $44,000 to Morrisonville Community Unit School District 1 for an
upgrade to the fire alarm system
Montgomery County Projects include:
* $150,000 to Litchfield Community School District 12 to convert a
classroom into a science lab at the junior high
* $100,000 for capital improvements to the courthouse
* $200,000 for the Mt. Olive Trail upgrade between Mt. Olive and
Walshville
* $350,000 to the City of Litchfield for construction of an
underwater sediment catch basin for Lake Lou Yeager
* $10,015 to Graham Correctional Center for an upgrade of the
cooling towers
* $35,990 to Graham Correctional Center for an upgrade of
mechanical systems
* $21,170 to Graham Correctional Center to upgrade building
automation and fire alarm systems
* $200,000 to Walshville Township for the construction of a new
township office
* $70,000 to the City of Coffeen for city hall repairs
A press release from the Office of 49th District State Senator Deanna Demuzio outlined the projects coming to her district, which includes Christian and Montgomery Counties. Demuzio says the best part about the capital bill is the thousands of jobs it is expected to create locally and across the state.
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Included in the funding headed for Christian County include 100 thousand dollars for improvements to the courthouse, 50 thousand for technology infrastructure improvement for Taylorville High School, and 75 thousand for repairs to the Manner’s Park Pool.
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In addition, about 1.2 million dollars in federal earmarks are included for work on US 51 in Christian and Shelby Counties.
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Other Christian County projects in the capital bill include:
· $50,000 to the Village of Tovey for repairs or demolition of
Tovey Elementary School
* $250,000 to Lincoln Land Community College, Taylorville Campus
for construction of permanent facilities
* $27,195 to Taylorville Correctional Center to replace Operators
and Main Gates
* $50,000 to the Christian County Senior Center for building
renovations
* $44,000 to Morrisonville Community Unit School District 1 for an
upgrade to the fire alarm system
Montgomery County Projects include:
* $150,000 to Litchfield Community School District 12 to convert a
classroom into a science lab at the junior high
* $100,000 for capital improvements to the courthouse
* $200,000 for the Mt. Olive Trail upgrade between Mt. Olive and
Walshville
* $350,000 to the City of Litchfield for construction of an
underwater sediment catch basin for Lake Lou Yeager
* $10,015 to Graham Correctional Center for an upgrade of the
cooling towers
* $35,990 to Graham Correctional Center for an upgrade of
mechanical systems
* $21,170 to Graham Correctional Center to upgrade building
automation and fire alarm systems
* $200,000 to Walshville Township for the construction of a new
township office
* $70,000 to the City of Coffeen for city hall repairs
State Supreme Court Searching For Coady's Replacement
7/31/2009
The Illinois Supreme Court is seeking someone to bridge the gap between the impending retirement of 4th Judicial Circuit Judge John Coady, and the election of his permanent replacement. Illinois Supreme Court Justice Lloyd A. Karmeier announced the application process has begun to fill the vacancy. ISC Spokesperson Joe Tiber explains the Supreme Court has the authority to fill the vacancy, which will be created when Coady’s retirement becomes effective October 3rd.
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Tiber says the application process will run through August 17th. He wouldn’t say exactly when he expects the appointment to be made, but it would remain effective until December 6th of next year, at which time the judge elected in November’s general election would take over.
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The Fourth Judicial Circuit is compromised of nine counties, including Clinton, Marion, Clay, Jasper, Effingham, Fayette, Shelby, Christian and Montgomery. So far, Christian County State’s Attorney Tom Finks and Taylorville Attorney Michelle Coady have thrown their hats into the ring to be elected as the next Circuit Judge. As of now, Finks won’t comment as to whether he plans to apply for the interim judgeship. Messages left for Coady seeking comment were not immediately returned.
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Tiber says the application process will run through August 17th. He wouldn’t say exactly when he expects the appointment to be made, but it would remain effective until December 6th of next year, at which time the judge elected in November’s general election would take over.
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The Fourth Judicial Circuit is compromised of nine counties, including Clinton, Marion, Clay, Jasper, Effingham, Fayette, Shelby, Christian and Montgomery. So far, Christian County State’s Attorney Tom Finks and Taylorville Attorney Michelle Coady have thrown their hats into the ring to be elected as the next Circuit Judge. As of now, Finks won’t comment as to whether he plans to apply for the interim judgeship. Messages left for Coady seeking comment were not immediately returned.
Loving Arms Pushing For Healthcare Bill Tweaks
7/31/2009
A local agency that assists women and families experiencing unplanned pregnancies is urging members of Congress to amend healthcare reform legislation that would include coverage for abortions. A letter from Taylorville based ‘Loving Arms Crisis Pregnancy Center’ Executive Director Cathy Coker expresses concerns over the legislation that includes the cornerstones of ‘The Freedom of Choice Act,’ and which they say would force virtually every American into a health plan that mandates abortion coverage. Coker says this could drive up the number of abortions currently performed by 33%.
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In addition, Coker says the passage of the bill as is would create a disproportionate number of women in need of post abortion care, rather than those seeking preventative and interventional services from agencies similar to loving arms.
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Furthermore, Coker fears the legislation could also drive ‘pro-life’ health professionals out of the field, resulting in a reduction in doctors willing to provide free prenatal care for women in pregnancy centers.
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Coker urges those who want to help to Email and call your Representatives and Senators to ask them to ensure that language is included in ANY health care reform proposal or bill to specifically EXCLUDE ABORTION. Visit www.house.gov to find your Representative’s contact information, and www.senate.gov for your Senators’ contact information.
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In addition, Coker says the passage of the bill as is would create a disproportionate number of women in need of post abortion care, rather than those seeking preventative and interventional services from agencies similar to loving arms.
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Furthermore, Coker fears the legislation could also drive ‘pro-life’ health professionals out of the field, resulting in a reduction in doctors willing to provide free prenatal care for women in pregnancy centers.
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Coker urges those who want to help to Email and call your Representatives and Senators to ask them to ensure that language is included in ANY health care reform proposal or bill to specifically EXCLUDE ABORTION. Visit www.house.gov to find your Representative’s contact information, and www.senate.gov for your Senators’ contact information.
Kiwanis Radio-Thon Set For Tuesday
7/31/2009
(Taylorville)—The Taylorville Kiwanis Club will hold their 12th annual Radiothon fund-raiser, live on the air on WRAN 98.3 FM Radio, on Tuesday, August 4th, from 9am to 5pm.
Kiwanis members have secured sponsorships from local businesses to sponsor the day of broadcasting, in which those same members read the sponsor’s ads live, and talk about projects the Taylorville Kiwanis Club is involved in to help children and youth in the Christian County community. Half of the money from sponsorships sold, will be given by WRAN back to the Taylorville Kiwanis Club, for local projects.
WRAN president Randal J. Miller, a member of the club, will co-host the event with the Kiwanis members next Tuesday.
The WRAN Taylorville Kiwanis Radiothon will take the place of the club’s weekly noon meeting.
The Taylorville Kiwanis Club is part of a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time. Weekly meetings are held on Tuesdays at noon at Taylorville Memorial Hospital Auditorium.
Kiwanis members have secured sponsorships from local businesses to sponsor the day of broadcasting, in which those same members read the sponsor’s ads live, and talk about projects the Taylorville Kiwanis Club is involved in to help children and youth in the Christian County community. Half of the money from sponsorships sold, will be given by WRAN back to the Taylorville Kiwanis Club, for local projects.
WRAN president Randal J. Miller, a member of the club, will co-host the event with the Kiwanis members next Tuesday.
The WRAN Taylorville Kiwanis Radiothon will take the place of the club’s weekly noon meeting.
The Taylorville Kiwanis Club is part of a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time. Weekly meetings are held on Tuesdays at noon at Taylorville Memorial Hospital Auditorium.
'On The Bubble' State Programs To Learn Their Fate
7/31/2009
Governor Pat Quinn says he will outline several budget cuts Friday.
The new state budget lawmakers sent the governor relies on him to make at least a billion dollars in cuts to state government. He says all state agencies will have to do some major belt tightening, but hopes to save the most vulnerable populations from severe cuts.
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Quinn says even if lawmakers pass the tax hike he’s been calling for, layoffs and cuts will likely remain in place.
The new state budget lawmakers sent the governor relies on him to make at least a billion dollars in cuts to state government. He says all state agencies will have to do some major belt tightening, but hopes to save the most vulnerable populations from severe cuts.
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Quinn says even if lawmakers pass the tax hike he’s been calling for, layoffs and cuts will likely remain in place.
Illinois To Serve As Trapshooting Mecca
7/31/2009
Illinois will once again host the country’s biggest trapshooting competition.
The Grand American trapshooting championship will be held in downstate Sparta next month at the world shooting and recreational complex.. Illinois department of Natural Resources Spokesperson Chris McLeod says this is the largest trapshooting competition in the country, featuring more than six thousand shooters and 100-thousand spectators.
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The championship runs august fifth through the 15th, with prelims those first few days. For more information, visit d-n-r’s website.
The Grand American trapshooting championship will be held in downstate Sparta next month at the world shooting and recreational complex.. Illinois department of Natural Resources Spokesperson Chris McLeod says this is the largest trapshooting competition in the country, featuring more than six thousand shooters and 100-thousand spectators.
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The championship runs august fifth through the 15th, with prelims those first few days. For more information, visit d-n-r’s website.
Edinburg Boil Order In Effect
7/30/2009
A boil order is in effect for the village of Edinburg, affecting residents on Washington and Douglas Streets living east of Eaton Street. A water used for cooking or drinking should be boiled for five minutes prior to use.
Sullivan National Guardsman Killed In Afghanistan
7/30/2009
An Illinois National Guardsman from Central Illinois has been killed while serving in Afghanistan Tuesday, the department of Military Affairs announced today.
Specialist Gerrick Smith, 19, of Sullivan, assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 2nd Battalion, 130th Infantry based in Marion, Ill., died as a result of a non-combat related in Afghanistan.
Smith graduated from Sullivan High School in 2008. He enlisted in the Illinois Army National Guard in February 2007. This was Smith’s first deployment.
“This has been an extremely difficult deployment and has resulted in losing irreplaceable Soldiers like Spc. Smith,” said Maj. Gen. William Enyart, Adjutant General of the Illinois National Guard.
“It is imperative that we, as a National Guard family, take care and watch over one another. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this tough time.”
Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 2nd Battalion, 130th Infantry left Marion in late September and arrived in Afghanistan in December 2008. The unit deployed as part of the 33rd Infantry Brigade Combat Team (IBCT) and is providing security for Embedded Training Teams, Police Mentor Teams and Forward Operating Bases.
The Marion unit is one of approximately 30 units of the 33rd IBCT and two units from the 404th Chemical Brigade that deployed to Afghanistan to form Task Force Phoenix VIII. They were joined in theater by various coalition partners and forces from other U.S. service components to form the remainder of the task force.
Smith is the 18th casualty from the Illinois Army National Guard’s 33rd IBCT since its deployment to Afghanistan. This is the 34th casualty the Illinois National Guard has suffered since operations in Afghanistan and Iraq began.
No information on funeral arrangements has been determined at this time. There is no photo available at this time. The incident is under investigation.
Specialist Gerrick Smith, 19, of Sullivan, assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 2nd Battalion, 130th Infantry based in Marion, Ill., died as a result of a non-combat related in Afghanistan.
Smith graduated from Sullivan High School in 2008. He enlisted in the Illinois Army National Guard in February 2007. This was Smith’s first deployment.
“This has been an extremely difficult deployment and has resulted in losing irreplaceable Soldiers like Spc. Smith,” said Maj. Gen. William Enyart, Adjutant General of the Illinois National Guard.
“It is imperative that we, as a National Guard family, take care and watch over one another. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this tough time.”
Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 2nd Battalion, 130th Infantry left Marion in late September and arrived in Afghanistan in December 2008. The unit deployed as part of the 33rd Infantry Brigade Combat Team (IBCT) and is providing security for Embedded Training Teams, Police Mentor Teams and Forward Operating Bases.
The Marion unit is one of approximately 30 units of the 33rd IBCT and two units from the 404th Chemical Brigade that deployed to Afghanistan to form Task Force Phoenix VIII. They were joined in theater by various coalition partners and forces from other U.S. service components to form the remainder of the task force.
Smith is the 18th casualty from the Illinois Army National Guard’s 33rd IBCT since its deployment to Afghanistan. This is the 34th casualty the Illinois National Guard has suffered since operations in Afghanistan and Iraq began.
No information on funeral arrangements has been determined at this time. There is no photo available at this time. The incident is under investigation.
Pana Schools To Get Federal Cafeteria Money
7/30/2009
A local school district is among the recipients of federal funding to help improve their cafeterias.
Two hundred schools in Illinois, Including two schools in the Pana School District will split close to four million dollars to replace and upgrade cafeteria equipment. Pana is set to get about 10 thousand two hundred dollars in federal stimulus money to upgrade cafeteria facilities at the Junior High and Jefferson Middle School in Tower Hill. Pana Schools Superintendent Dr. David Lett says he hopes better lunches will result in better grades for students.
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Priority for funding was given to schools where at least 50 percent of students are eligible for the free and reduced meal program.
Two hundred schools in Illinois, Including two schools in the Pana School District will split close to four million dollars to replace and upgrade cafeteria equipment. Pana is set to get about 10 thousand two hundred dollars in federal stimulus money to upgrade cafeteria facilities at the Junior High and Jefferson Middle School in Tower Hill. Pana Schools Superintendent Dr. David Lett says he hopes better lunches will result in better grades for students.
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Priority for funding was given to schools where at least 50 percent of students are eligible for the free and reduced meal program.
Fry Inducted As Sertoma President
7/30/2009
(Taylorville) Long time Taylorville Sertoma Member Gary Fry was recently installed as the new president of the club. Fry, who has served three terms as the clubs treasurer, takes over for outgoing president Larry Peterson. Fry says he is honored to have been nominated and selected, and looks forward to the challenge.
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Fry explains some of the projects he will oversee during his one year term as president.
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In addition, Sertoma also puts on the annual Halloween parade on the Taylorville Square. Fry has been a member of Sertoma since 1982, which founded its Taylorville chapter in 1974. The club is currently finalizing plans to distribute school supplies to children in the Taylorville School District who are in need of help. Last year they were able to provide those supplies to 225 needy children. Anyone in the community who would like help with this project can make a check payable to Taylorville Sertoma Club/First Day Supplies and mail to Taylorville Sertoma Club, P.O. Box 74, Taylorville, IL 6568.
Christian County 'Relay' Raises 46K
7/30/2009
(Taylorville) The numbers are in on another successful Christian County Relay For Life. Relay officials report that to date, this year’s overnight walk-a-thon raised just over 46 thousand dollars for cancer research, including 3 thousand dollars in sponsorships. The event, held this last month at the Taylorville High School, featured 26 teams and 281 participants. Steve Turner of the American Cancer Society explains there is still time to chip in and add to the total.
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Perennial powerhouse ‘Stonington Bunko’ took this year’s prize once again as the top fundraising team for this year’s event, kicking in more than 12 thousand dollars. Turner explains that figure puts them in an elite class of ‘Relay’s fundraiser of the American Cancer Society of Illinois’ western region.
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To donate to this year’s Relay for Life, call the American Cancer Society Springfield office at 523-4503. Next years Relay has already been tentatively scheduled for June 25th and 26th.
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Perennial powerhouse ‘Stonington Bunko’ took this year’s prize once again as the top fundraising team for this year’s event, kicking in more than 12 thousand dollars. Turner explains that figure puts them in an elite class of ‘Relay’s fundraiser of the American Cancer Society of Illinois’ western region.
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To donate to this year’s Relay for Life, call the American Cancer Society Springfield office at 523-4503. Next years Relay has already been tentatively scheduled for June 25th and 26th.
Crop Report: Cool Summer Continues; Corn & Beans Flourish
7/30/2009
Cooler than normal temperatures and average precipitation made for good growing conditions for the states corn and bean crops. As USDA Chief Crop Statistician Brad Schwab tells us in this week’s crop report, growing degree units for the year continue to fall behind the five-year average.
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Brad Schwab Reporting. Tune in for weekly crop reports during Regional Radio newscasts, as well as on Taylorvilledailynews.com through harvest in November.
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Brad Schwab Reporting. Tune in for weekly crop reports during Regional Radio newscasts, as well as on Taylorvilledailynews.com through harvest in November.
Funding Relief On The Way For Renewable Energy Projects
7/30/2009
Governor Pat Quinn is signing a bill that will help better fund renewable energy projects in Illinois.
Governor Quinn says by giving the Illinois Finance Authority the ability to issue bonds for more environmental efforts, Illinois can become a greener state.
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Businesses and other groups looking to finance a green project can visit the website, www.ildashfa.com for more information.
Governor Quinn says by giving the Illinois Finance Authority the ability to issue bonds for more environmental efforts, Illinois can become a greener state.
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Businesses and other groups looking to finance a green project can visit the website, www.ildashfa.com for more information.
Truck Totaled; None Injured In Four Car Crash
7/29/2009
(Taylorville) A truck was turned into a virtual pinball Tuesday afternoon, during an accident involving four trucks and a horse trailer on Route 48. According to Taylorville Police, the accident caused no injuries except for minor cuts and scrapes to the horses, but did total one vehicle and damage the others. The crash happened just before 5 o'clock at Route 48 near Cherokee Street. Police say 31 year old Daniel L. Merriman of Mowequa reportedly skidded on wet pavement and struck a truck from behind driven by 29 year old David Myers of Taylorville as he was waiting to turn left onto Cherokee Street form Route 48. Merriman truck then deflected off of Myers' into the southbound lane of route 48 and hit another vehicle driven by 65 year old Vincenta Espinosa of Carrolton Il. Merriman's truck then spun around and and hit a car driven by 28 year old James McIntosh of Taylorville, who was stopped on Cherokee Street waiting to turn onto 48. Merriman's truck was totaled and two others had to be towed from the scene. Merriman was issued a citation for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident, and McIntosh was ticketed for operating an uninsured vehicle. Espinosa, who was pulling the trailer, told police he would seek medical treatment for the injured horses.
Officer Dashes Break- In Attempt; Dings Up Cruiser
7/29/2009
(Taylorville) A 16 year old girl was arrested for allegedly attempting to rob a Taylorville liquor store early Wednesday morning. According to reports, the owner of First Class Liquor on South Walnut Street reported that two people were trying to kick in the door of the store. Officers identified the girl, whose name is being withheld because she is a minor, as one of the alleged perpetrators. She was arrested and charged with attempted burglary, criminal damage to state supported property, illegal consumption of alcohol by a minor and curfew violation. During the arrest, Taylorville Police Officer Jason Yost reportedly hit the sidewalk between the 'Cork and Keg' tavern and Olivio's Hot Dogs & Etc. with his police cruiser. Yost was not injured and it isn't clear the extent of damage caused to the vehicle.
Brotherton Defends Departmental Split
7/29/2009
Taylorville Mayor Greg Brotherton recently decided to assign two new temporary department heads; Dick Wiseman now heads the streets and sewers department, and Alan Jackson is the supervisor of the lake department. The two positions were combined under the Mathon administration, and were previously occupied by the now retired Rocky Moore. Brotherton says the city made a mistake by combining the two positions, and putting the responsibility of multiple departments on Moore’s shoulders.
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Brotherton says both temporary heads are now working closely together.
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The two positions became vacant after public works superintendent Rocky Moore announced his retirement this past spring.
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Brotherton says both temporary heads are now working closely together.
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The two positions became vacant after public works superintendent Rocky Moore announced his retirement this past spring.
United Way Of Christian County Hooks Up With 22 Area Agencies
7/29/2009
The United Way of Christian County will assist 22 agencies with funding this fiscal year, made possible through a fundraising campaign held last fall. This week on Newstalk 97.3 WTIM’s Inside Central Illinois, UW-CC Executive Director Joanie Byers announced the agencies the United Way will partner with, including; The American Red Cross, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, The Boy Scouts, The Abraham Lincoln and Lincoln Trail Councils, Christian County Ag. Literacy, The Christian County Historical Society and Museum, The Christian County YMCA, The Pana Clothing Pantry, Faith in Action, The Girl Scouts of Central Illinois, Jesus Loves You Ministries, Loving Arms Crisis Pregnancy Center, The Morrisonville/Palmer Food Pantry, Pana EMS, Senior Citizens of Christian County, Shadow Home, The Kincaid Food Pantry, The Taylorville Ministerial Association, U of I Extension Christian County, Christian County 4-H, United Cerebral Palsy and the Youth Service Bureau. Byers explains the United Way’s Board selected the partners following ‘allocation day’ held earlier this year.
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Byers says last years campaign set an all time record for funds raised.
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This years United Way Fundraising campaign is set to kick off in September and run into November.
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For Kincaid Food Pantry and Pana Clothing Pantry, it will be their first times partnering with the UW-CC.
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Byers says last years campaign set an all time record for funds raised.
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This years United Way Fundraising campaign is set to kick off in September and run into November.
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For Kincaid Food Pantry and Pana Clothing Pantry, it will be their first times partnering with the UW-CC.
Tenaska Officials Brief Kiwanis On Power Plant Status
7/29/2009
(Taylorville)—The Taylorville Kiwanis Club heard an update on the proposed Tenaska coal gasification project northeast of Taylorville, from engineer Dan Culver, at their Tuesday noon meeting at the Taylorville Memorial Hospital Auditorium.
Culver outlined how the 3-point-5 billion dollar project has progressed over the past 2 years. The project has accomplished 2 major benchmarks, with the first being a 2-point-5 billion dollar loan guarantee from the U-S Department of Energy. The 2nd was the Illinois General Assembly telling the firm to go ahead with its rate study, with final passage of legislation authorizing the project expected next year after the Legislature studies the viability of the project and how it will affect Illinois electricity rate payers.
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That legislation also calls for the state’s two electric companies to buy power from the proposed plant, because it would use only Illinois coal. Culver said a commitment on which company will supply coal to the project, won’t come until after construction begins, which is projected for 2010. The Tenaska plant will take Illinois coal, and turn it into substitute natural gas to generate steam which in turn will turn electric generators. The plant is proposed to generate some 525-megawatts of power, and could have a local economic impact of some 350-million dollars.
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Five members of the Golden K Kiwanis Club of Decatur, and 2 local guests, also attended Tuesday’s Taylorville Kiwanis Club meeting.
The club is part of a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time.
Culver outlined how the 3-point-5 billion dollar project has progressed over the past 2 years. The project has accomplished 2 major benchmarks, with the first being a 2-point-5 billion dollar loan guarantee from the U-S Department of Energy. The 2nd was the Illinois General Assembly telling the firm to go ahead with its rate study, with final passage of legislation authorizing the project expected next year after the Legislature studies the viability of the project and how it will affect Illinois electricity rate payers.
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That legislation also calls for the state’s two electric companies to buy power from the proposed plant, because it would use only Illinois coal. Culver said a commitment on which company will supply coal to the project, won’t come until after construction begins, which is projected for 2010. The Tenaska plant will take Illinois coal, and turn it into substitute natural gas to generate steam which in turn will turn electric generators. The plant is proposed to generate some 525-megawatts of power, and could have a local economic impact of some 350-million dollars.
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Five members of the Golden K Kiwanis Club of Decatur, and 2 local guests, also attended Tuesday’s Taylorville Kiwanis Club meeting.
The club is part of a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time.
Local Girl Shows Entrepreneurial Spirit
7/29/2009
As much of the country continues to endure a tough financial climate, a couple of area kids are looking to turn a profit this summer. You may have seen the flyers circulating about town, for ‘Brittany’s Dog Walking Buissness,’ recently started by middle schoolers Brittany Davis and Thea Rice. The 10-year-old Davis says she’s never owned a dog, but they are her favorite animal, and is looking forward to spending some quality time with man’s best friend.
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Davis says she charges 10 dollars per hour for walks. For more information, call ‘Brittany’s Dog Walking Buissness’ at 287-2646
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Davis says she charges 10 dollars per hour for walks. For more information, call ‘Brittany’s Dog Walking Buissness’ at 287-2646
SIU Medical Feature: Summer Healthy Eating Tips
7/29/2009
Finding time to eat healthy foods during busy summer schedules can be a challenge, but with good planning and preparation, you can maintain a healthy diet.
Summer time is filled with lots of fun activities such as ballgames, fairs and festivals. But the food served at the events may be filled with fat and calories. Kelly Powell, registered dietitian at SIU School of Medicine in Springfield, says eating healthy has never been more important and it can be done with some planning.
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Powell stresses the importance of eating the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables every day and avoiding foods that are fried, super-sized or extra large portions. She recommends the 100-calorie snack packets as a way to maintain correct portions sizes. Powell recommends another healthy item.
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Powell says there are no quick fixes to eating right, but planning and preparation will help keep you on the right track. If you have dietary and concerns, see your primary care physician or registered dietitian.
Summer time is filled with lots of fun activities such as ballgames, fairs and festivals. But the food served at the events may be filled with fat and calories. Kelly Powell, registered dietitian at SIU School of Medicine in Springfield, says eating healthy has never been more important and it can be done with some planning.
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Powell stresses the importance of eating the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables every day and avoiding foods that are fried, super-sized or extra large portions. She recommends the 100-calorie snack packets as a way to maintain correct portions sizes. Powell recommends another healthy item.
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Powell says there are no quick fixes to eating right, but planning and preparation will help keep you on the right track. If you have dietary and concerns, see your primary care physician or registered dietitian.
Gov. Quinn Fights For Education
7/29/2009
Governor Pat Quinn says he hopes to keep early education and bilingual programs off the chopping block.
The state board of education recently announced that under the current budget, funding would be cut or eliminated for some programs including bilingual education and pre-school programs. But Governor Quinn says he plans to prevent that from happening.
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The budget passed by the legislature gives the governor broader authority than in years past to spend on state government programs and services where he sees fit. He’s also charged with finding at least a billion dollars in cuts.
The state board of education recently announced that under the current budget, funding would be cut or eliminated for some programs including bilingual education and pre-school programs. But Governor Quinn says he plans to prevent that from happening.
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The budget passed by the legislature gives the governor broader authority than in years past to spend on state government programs and services where he sees fit. He’s also charged with finding at least a billion dollars in cuts.
BREAKING NEWS: Multiple Car Crash on Bypass 48 at Cherokee in Taylorville; Several Injured
7/28/2009
Regional Radio News has learned that a major auto accident occurred around 4:30 this (Tues) afternoon at the intersection of Illinois Bypass 48 and Cherokee, near Oak Hill Cemetery in Taylorville. Reports at the scene indicate that 3 or 4 vehicles were involved in the accident, with several people being injured. Emergency crews were at the scene within minutes of the accident.
Motorists are urged to avoid the area thru early Tuesday evening, as traffic at that intersection is blocked.
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Motorists are urged to avoid the area thru early Tuesday evening, as traffic at that intersection is blocked.
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Loving Arms Has New Logo, Sign
7/28/2009
The Loving Arms Crisis Pregnancy Center in the lower level of the KMRM Insurance Building in Taylorville, has a new logo and sign. The new logo was unveiled at their annual fund-raising banquet in March, and the new sign with the new design was recently installed. The new sign is directly above the main entrance of the Center.
Two Take Prison Plea Deals In Shelby County
7/28/2009
(Shelby County) Two Shelbyville men will serve prison time after copping pleas in separate cases this week. According to Shelby County State’s Attorney Allan Lolie who prosecuted both cases, 29 year old Christopher Bly admitted to violating his probation by possessing meth. Bly, originally sentenced to probation in 2005 for possessing a controlled substance, will now serve 1 year in prison. Bly was represented by Public Defender Bob Swiney.
Eighteen year old Jimmy Cole pled guilty to possession of psilocybin, more commonly known as hallucinogenic mushrooms, a class four felony. Cole will serve 18 months in prison, and will have to pay various court cost. Cole represented himself in the case.
Eighteen year old Jimmy Cole pled guilty to possession of psilocybin, more commonly known as hallucinogenic mushrooms, a class four felony. Cole will serve 18 months in prison, and will have to pay various court cost. Cole represented himself in the case.
Park Board Lobbies For Capital Funds
7/28/2009
(Taylorville) It appears the Taylorville Park District could be in line for $75,000 worth of funding for the Manner’s Park pool, as part of the recently passed capital construction plan. Taylorville Park District President Marlane Miller told the board during last night’s monthly meeting, that little is known about how or when the money can be used.
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In other business, the board approved a motion to implement an out-of-district fee for usage of the Manner’s Park dining hall. Board member Don Bragg suggested an all day rate of 150 dollars, to which the board unanimously agreed.
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The board also received word that the pool was ‘in the red’ for the month of June, with expenses topping 24,000 dollars, and an income of just over 16,000 dollars.
The next Taylorville Park District board meeting is scheduled for August 24th.
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In other business, the board approved a motion to implement an out-of-district fee for usage of the Manner’s Park dining hall. Board member Don Bragg suggested an all day rate of 150 dollars, to which the board unanimously agreed.
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The board also received word that the pool was ‘in the red’ for the month of June, with expenses topping 24,000 dollars, and an income of just over 16,000 dollars.
The next Taylorville Park District board meeting is scheduled for August 24th.
Taylorville Native Goes 'All-In' For Poker Dream
7/28/2009
Taylorville Mayor Greg Brotherton’s son is making quite a name for himself on the west coast. Clint Brotherton lives in Phoenix, Arizona and has established himself as a professional poker player. The 25-year old spent the first few months of this summer with friends in Las Vegas while participating in the 2009 World Series of Poker, including the 10,000-dollar buy-in No-Limit Texas Hold ‘Em ‘Main Event’. Although Brotherton says the summer went well overall, he says in the end the cards just didn’t fall his way.
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Brotherton has enjoyed success in the Main Event before. Perhaps the biggest accomplishment of his career came in 2006 when he finished 66th out of 8,773 participants: good for a payout of just over 90,000 dollars. This time around he wasn’t as lucky; Brotherton says he held Ace-King in his final hand, and was defeated by ‘pocket jacks’.
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Brotherton moved to Phoenix nearly three years ago. He says he moved there with hopes of re-igniting his passion for the game of golf, and because he wanted to get away from those blistery central Illinois winters. Brotherton says his first year in Phoenix was difficult at times, and he recommends that anyone thinking about becoming a poker pro should do so with caution.
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Brotherton says he spent most of his time in Vegas playing tournaments online. In fact, he prefers Internet tournaments over live ones. Despite not cashing in the three live tournaments he played in, Brotherton says he still made enough money in Vegas to cover the pricey buy-ins, and come out financially on top. After exiting the Main Event, Brotherton came home to Taylorville to visit family, attend a wedding, and play in the ‘Tornado Open’. Brotherton will soon head back to Phoenix, and resume his career as a professional poker player. He plans to set up shop in Vegas once again next year for the 2010 World Series of Poker.
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Brotherton has enjoyed success in the Main Event before. Perhaps the biggest accomplishment of his career came in 2006 when he finished 66th out of 8,773 participants: good for a payout of just over 90,000 dollars. This time around he wasn’t as lucky; Brotherton says he held Ace-King in his final hand, and was defeated by ‘pocket jacks’.
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Brotherton moved to Phoenix nearly three years ago. He says he moved there with hopes of re-igniting his passion for the game of golf, and because he wanted to get away from those blistery central Illinois winters. Brotherton says his first year in Phoenix was difficult at times, and he recommends that anyone thinking about becoming a poker pro should do so with caution.
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Brotherton says he spent most of his time in Vegas playing tournaments online. In fact, he prefers Internet tournaments over live ones. Despite not cashing in the three live tournaments he played in, Brotherton says he still made enough money in Vegas to cover the pricey buy-ins, and come out financially on top. After exiting the Main Event, Brotherton came home to Taylorville to visit family, attend a wedding, and play in the ‘Tornado Open’. Brotherton will soon head back to Phoenix, and resume his career as a professional poker player. He plans to set up shop in Vegas once again next year for the 2010 World Series of Poker.
IDNR Taking Cautious Approach Toward Eagle Creek
7/28/2009
Officials from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources hope the next manager of the Eagle Creek Resort and Golf course does a better job than the last. Earlier this month, a Shelby County judge ordered the Findlay resort closed amidst mold problems and a pending foreclosure. Last week, IDNR officials met with state and local leaders to create a plan that would help the resort re-open and flourish. Currently, officials are drafting a request for proposal in hopes of attracting a prospective manager to take over embattled tourist attraction. IDNR spokesperson Chris McLeod says the property, which the state sub-let to the previous owner, who recently turned their back on the operation.
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McLeod says that the new manager would have to prove they are financially viable to sustain the resort, as well as that they are will to make necessary repairs to the property, including the removal of hazardous mold.
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Officials say two parties have already shown interest in taking over the property. Attendees to last week’s meeting at Eagle Creek included area legislators Kyle McCarter and Bob Flider. Although the resort and golf course are closed, Eagle Creek State Park remains open.
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McLeod says that the new manager would have to prove they are financially viable to sustain the resort, as well as that they are will to make necessary repairs to the property, including the removal of hazardous mold.
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Officials say two parties have already shown interest in taking over the property. Attendees to last week’s meeting at Eagle Creek included area legislators Kyle McCarter and Bob Flider. Although the resort and golf course are closed, Eagle Creek State Park remains open.
Three Charged In Weekend Murder Awaiting Extradition
7/27/2009
Three arrests have been made in connection with a weekend shooting in Christian County that left a 40-year-old Loami man dead. Christian County State’s Attorney Tom Finks announced today that 26-year-old Bandon L. Allsup of Springfield and 26-year-old Donnella D. Hamilton of Springfield were arrested and charged with 1st degree Murder in connection with the death of 40-year-old Steven L. Brummett. In addition 20-year-old Ashley N. Davis of Springfield is charged with concealment of a homicide. The charges stem from a weekend shooting that allegedly occurred in rural Christian County, about 3 miles west of Kincaid. Brummett, a cab driver, was last seen late Friday night picking up a fare for Lincoln Checkered Cab at a Springfield tavern. The cab company reported Brummett missing Saturday morning, and a local farmer discovered his body a short time later, shot once in the back of the head. Finks says St. Louis Police made the arrests Sunday afternoon after an investigation, with charges filed locally late last night.
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Finks wouldn’t elaborate on the circumstances of the incident or any possible motives. He did say however that he believes one of the accused led the others to the property in Christian County where the body was found.
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Brummett’s cab was found abandoned at a park in St. Louis Sunday. Allsup, Hamilton and Davis are currently in custody in St. Louis, awaiting extradition to Christian County. Finks says it could be a matter of days or weeks for the extradition, depending on whether the arrestees waive their extradition rights. Bond for Allsup and Hamilton has been set at 1 million dollars, and 100 thousand for Davis. None of the accused have arrest records in Christian County, but armed robbery charges were filed against Allsup on July 24th in Sangamon County.
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Finks wouldn’t elaborate on the circumstances of the incident or any possible motives. He did say however that he believes one of the accused led the others to the property in Christian County where the body was found.
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Brummett’s cab was found abandoned at a park in St. Louis Sunday. Allsup, Hamilton and Davis are currently in custody in St. Louis, awaiting extradition to Christian County. Finks says it could be a matter of days or weeks for the extradition, depending on whether the arrestees waive their extradition rights. Bond for Allsup and Hamilton has been set at 1 million dollars, and 100 thousand for Davis. None of the accused have arrest records in Christian County, but armed robbery charges were filed against Allsup on July 24th in Sangamon County.
Weekend Fire Damages Taylorville Home
7/27/2009
(Taylorville) A weekend electrical fire caused about 30 thousand dollars in damage to a Taylorville home. According to reports from the Taylorville Fire Department, a neighbor called in the blaze that broke out at 529 S. Main St. just after midnight Saturday morning. Firefighters arrived to find smoke billowing from the attic of the home. Firefighters contained the blaze within about two hours. There was no one home at the time of the fire, and no firefighters were injured battling the blaze. The fire is not believed to be suspicious.
UPDATE: Missing Cab of Murdered Driver Found In St. Louis
7/27/2009
(Christian County) The taxicab of the man murdered over the weekend in Christian County has been found abandoned at a park in St. Louis. Illinois State Police seized and will enter it into evidence. The vehicle was wanted in connection of the weekend killing of forty year old Steven L. Brummet of Loami, who was found dead at an abandoned farmhouse near the Sangamon/Christian County Line, shot in the back of the head. Brummett was last seen late Friday night picking up a fare for Lincoln Checkered cab at a Springfield tavern. The cab company reported Brummett missing Saturday morning, and a local farmer discovered his body a short time later. An autopsy on Brummett’s body was scheduled for Sunday, with an inquest to follow. No arrests have been made in the case which remains under investigation by the Illinois State Police, along with the Christian County Sheriff’s Department and the Christian County Coroner’s Office.
Flider: 'Eagle Creek Is An Asset'
7/27/2009
State officials will begin entertaining offers from parties interested in taking over the recently shut down Eagle Creek Resort and Golf Course in Findlay, in hopes of getting it back up and running shortly. 101st District State Rep. Bob Flider and 51st District Senator Kyle McCarter spearheaded a meeting last week with local officials and representatives from the state’s Department of Natural Resources to discuss the status of the Shelby County Tourist Destination. The DNR has submitted a request for proposal, in hopes of attracted a prospective manager to reopen the resort and golf course, which was court ordered closed earlier this month amidst mold problems and a pending foreclosure. Representative Flider says if run properly, the Eagle Creek Resort could provide a big boost for the local economy.
Flider says the state is in the early process of trying to get the resort back up on its feet. He says it would probably be next year at the earliest before the resort and golf course could re-open.
The closing earlier this month took about 50 jobs with it, and forced brides and others to reschedule booked events. While the golf course and resort are closed, the Eagle Creek State park remains open. The land is currently leased by the state from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and is currently under the control on the DNR.
Flider says the state is in the early process of trying to get the resort back up on its feet. He says it would probably be next year at the earliest before the resort and golf course could re-open.
The closing earlier this month took about 50 jobs with it, and forced brides and others to reschedule booked events. While the golf course and resort are closed, the Eagle Creek State park remains open. The land is currently leased by the state from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and is currently under the control on the DNR.
KFC Named Chamber's Member of the Quarter
7/27/2009
(Taylorville) Kentucky Fried Chicken is the Greater Taylorville Chamber of Commerce Member of the Quarter. On July 14th a five-person committee met to discuss whom the honor should go to, and the colonel came out on top. Ronnow says a reception will take place at KFC this coming Wednesday.
KFC had to meet a number of criteria to earn the honor. According to Ronnow, KFC’s recent facility renovations at the North Webster store helped their cause.
For more information on Wednesday’s reception, or any other Chamber activity, call 824-4919.
KFC had to meet a number of criteria to earn the honor. According to Ronnow, KFC’s recent facility renovations at the North Webster store helped their cause.
For more information on Wednesday’s reception, or any other Chamber activity, call 824-4919.
Social Security Web Tool Hits Milestone
7/27/2009
The Social Security Administration recently celebrated the one-year anniversary of one its most popular tools- the retirement estimator. The online feature allows people to estimate their retirement benefits with the click of a mouse. Laurie Broaddus from the social security administration office in Springfield says the retirement estimator is one of the most prestigious online services in all of government.
To use the retirement estimator, and other handy resources, check out social security’s website at www.socialsecurity.gov.
To use the retirement estimator, and other handy resources, check out social security’s website at www.socialsecurity.gov.
Developing Story: Body Identified As Missing Cab Driver
7/26/2009
More details surrounding the discovery of a body in Christian County Saturday morning are emerging.
The body has been identified as 40 year old Steven Leon Brummett of Loami, Illinois. Brummett worked for Lincoln Checkered Cab Co. He was last seen Friday night picking up a fare at 'the Cove', a tavern in Springfield. According to State Police Captain Tim Wooldridge, the cab company reported Brummett missing around 1 AM Saturday morning.
Brummett's body was discovered around 10:30 am Saturday in the driveway of an empty rural property, approximately 3 miles west of Kincaid. Wooldridge says Brummett's body was discovered by the owner of the rural property, while he was working in the fields. According to a report from the Christian County Sheriff's Office, Brummett appears to have died from a gunshot wound to the back of the head.
Authorities are calling the incident a homicide. Wooldridge says the investigation is in a preliminary phase, and authorities are currently trying to track down witnesses. An autopsy is scheduled for Monday at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield.
Brummett’s taxicab van has not been located. Authorities are looking for a yellow taxi van with Illinois Registration 1950 TX and cab number 40 on the side. Anyone with information regarding the van is urged to contact the Illinois State police at (217) 782-4750.
The body has been identified as 40 year old Steven Leon Brummett of Loami, Illinois. Brummett worked for Lincoln Checkered Cab Co. He was last seen Friday night picking up a fare at 'the Cove', a tavern in Springfield. According to State Police Captain Tim Wooldridge, the cab company reported Brummett missing around 1 AM Saturday morning.
Brummett's body was discovered around 10:30 am Saturday in the driveway of an empty rural property, approximately 3 miles west of Kincaid. Wooldridge says Brummett's body was discovered by the owner of the rural property, while he was working in the fields. According to a report from the Christian County Sheriff's Office, Brummett appears to have died from a gunshot wound to the back of the head.
Authorities are calling the incident a homicide. Wooldridge says the investigation is in a preliminary phase, and authorities are currently trying to track down witnesses. An autopsy is scheduled for Monday at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield.
Brummett’s taxicab van has not been located. Authorities are looking for a yellow taxi van with Illinois Registration 1950 TX and cab number 40 on the side. Anyone with information regarding the van is urged to contact the Illinois State police at (217) 782-4750.
Man Found Dead in Christian County
7/26/2009
A body was discovered in Christian County Saturday. According to reports from the Christian County Sheriff’s Office, 40-year-old Steven L. Brummett of Springfield was found dead in a driveway of a rural abandoned residence in Christian County. Brummett apparently died from a single gunshot wound to the back of the head. An autopsy is scheduled on Monday July 27th at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield. The Illinois State Police, and the Christian County Sherriff’s Office are investigating the death.
CDC: Flu Vaccinations A Must
7/26/2009
The Centers for Disease Control says all U.S. children should get vaccinated for seasonal flu. The CDC's Dr. Anne Schuchat [[SHOOK-at]] says the health agency is now recommending that all U.S. children aged six months to 18 years get a seasonal influenza vaccination every year. Dr. Schuchat says about 83 percent of the population is recommenced to get a seasonal flu vaccination, but only about 40 percent of Americans got the vaccine last year.
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