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Date range: December 2-8, 2015. Visit the “Court News” category under the “Community News” tab for other editions.
LAWSUITS
Rick Verticchio, doing business as Verticchio & Verticchio Law Office, Carlinville, is suing Gerald Lippold, Carlinville, individually and as trustee of the Gerald Lippold Revocable Living Trust, for $10,816.25 allegedly owed for legal services, plus interest and attorney fees of not less than $1,000.
Brian and Linda Venrick have filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against Barbara Kohler, Virden, seeking possession of residential premises located in the 300 block of South Church Street, Virden, plus court costs.
Cathy Witt has filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against Joshua and Joy Wills, Carlinville, seeking $300 in alleged back rent, plus possession of residential premises located in the 600 block of Anderson Street, Carlinville, and court costs.
SMALL CLAIMS
State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance, Co., as subrogee of Robert Geschwend, is suing Richard R. Martinez and Team Drive Away, Inc., for $7,674.60, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed for damaged caused to Geschwend’s vehicle during a Dec. 15, 2010, traffic crash.
FELONIES
Simon M. Pomatto, 51, Mount Olive, is charged with two counts of aggravated driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with a Nov. 23 incident on West Main at Old Route 66, in Mount Olive. The charges were elevated to felonies due to previous DUI convictions on Pomatto’s record from August 2013 and June 2014, and because his blood-alcohol content allegedly registered in excess of 0.16, twice the legal BAC limit. Additionally, Pomatto faces traffic charges for allegedly driving on a revoked driver’s license and using an electronic device while driving.
Bradley S. Sneed, 37, Carlinville, is charged with domestic battery in connection with a Nov. 28 incident in Carlinville during which he allegedly caused bodily harm by placing his wife in a headlock. The charge was elevated to a felony due to previous convictions on Sneed’s record for domestic battery from 2013 in Macoupin County and 2003 in Montgomery County.
Dakota J. Fones, 18, is charged with burglary in connection with a Nov. 29 incident during which she allegedly entered Hardee’s Restaurant, Carlinville, with the intent to commit a theft.
Angela M. Clark,46, Carlinville, is charged with driving on a revoked driver’s license in connection with an Oct. 30 incident on North East Street at Buchanan Street in Carlinville. The charge was elevated to a felony due to previous convictions for driving on a revoked or suspended license from January 2004 and August 2006, both in Macoupin County.
Tracey D. Richardson, 38, Carlinville, is charged with driving on a revoked driver’s license in connection with an Oct. 29 incident on the Lake Road, Carlinville. The charge was elevated to a felony due to previous convictions on Richardson’s record for driving on a revoked or suspended license from August 2007 and July 2008, both in Macoupin County.
MISDEMEANORS
Christopher W. Nix, 41, Carlinville, is charged with violating an order or protection in connection with a Nov. 26 incident during which he allegedly sent a text to a female subject to an order of protection issued Nov. 23 in connection with a domestic battery case.
Melissa S. Conlee, 18, Bunker Hill, is charged with domestic battery in connection with a Nov. 28 incident during which she allegedly caused bodily harm by scratching her husband’s face.
Carl J. Thompson, 31, Athens, is charged with domestic battery in connection with a Nov. 28 incident in Carlinville during which he allegedly made physical contact of an insulting or provoking nature by pushing his girlfriend to the ground.
Charles E. Conlee, 49, Bunker Hill, is charged with domestic battery in connection with a Nov. 28 incident in Bunker Hill during which he allegedly bit his wife’s wrist.
Sabrina B. Carson, 24, St. Louis, is charged with obstructing identification in connection with a Nov. 8 incident during which she allegedly provided a false name after being lawfully detained by an Illinois State Police trooper.
David R. Simmons, 71, Mount Olive, is charged with unlawful use of a weapon in connection with a Nov. 12 incident during which he allegedly possessed a long gun and a revolver on Pine Street in Mount Olive.
Brittney Jo Neely, 19, Taylor Springs, is charged with unlawful consumption of alcohol by a person under the age of 21 in connection with a Nov. 28 incident on Easy Street in Lake Kaho. In addition, Neely faces a traffic charge for allegedly failing to reduce the speed of the vehicle she was driving to avoid an accident.
Christien Isringhausen, 18, Bunker Hill, is charged with unlawful consumption of alcohol by a person under the age of 21 in connection with a Nov. 27 incident on Warren Street at Washington Street in Bunker Hill.
Emmanuel D. Welch, 19, Royal Lakes, is charged with unlawful consumption of alcohol by a person under the age of 21 in connection with a Nov. 27 incident on Warren Street at Washington Street in Bunker Hill.
James Buck Murrah, 21, Balsam Ridge, Mo., is charged with unlawful consumption of alcohol by a person under the age of 21 in connection with an Oct. 23 incident in Girard. Murrah was 20 at the time of his arrest and turned 21 two days later.
Amy J. Cox-Hartman, 30, Mount Olive, is charged with obstructing a peace officer in connection with a Nov. 21 incident during which she allegedly left the scene of an investigation regarding an illegal transportation of alcohol by a driver case after being ordered by a Mount Olive police officer to remain.
Blake K. Hose, 21, Staunton, is charged with possession of cannabis in connection with a Nov. 14 incident in Gillespie during which he allegedly possessed 10 to 30 grams of a substance containing cannabis.
TRAFFIC
Robert S. Bettis, 43, Virden, is charged with driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with a Nov. 27 incident on Carlinville Cut-Off Road. Additionally, Bettis faces a traffic charge for improper lane usage.
Robert L. Welch, 56, Mount Olive, is charged with driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with a Nov. 28 incident in the southbound lanes of Interstate 55 at milepost 44. Additionally, Welch faces traffic charges for following too closely, improper lane usage, operation of an uninsured motor vehicle and illegal transportation of alcohol by a driver.
Patrick M. Webster, 26, Chesterfield, is charged with driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with a Nov. 26 incident on Illinois Route 108 at Illinois Route 11 in Chesterfield. Webster also faces additional traffic charges for operation of an uninsured motor vehicle, driving on an expired driver’s license and failure to reduce the speed of his vehicle to avoid an accident.
Anthony B. Pomatto, 28, Gillespie, is charged with driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with a Nov. 25 incident on Illinois Route 4 at Clark Street in Gillespie. Pomatto also is charged with improper lane usage.
DISSOLUTIONS OF MARRIAGE FILED
Kacie Clayton, Carlinville, vs. Derek Clayton, Waggoner.
Timothy Gerald Gruhlke, Staunton, vs. Susan Marie Gruhlke, Staunton.
Eric Lynn Allen, Camby, Ind., vs. Lindsey M. Allen, Virden.
DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE GRANTED
Timothy Gerald Gruhlke, Staunton, vs. Susan Marie Gruhlke, Staunton.
MARRIAGE LICENSES
Matthew W. Tranter and Alexandra G, Kunz, both of Staunton.
David L. Shelton and Eleanore M. Shelton, both of Carlinville.
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The Wilsonville Progressive Club will celebrate and host a 90 year Anniversary Party on Saturday, May 11. The party will include a catered dinner, a live band, and fireworks.
Doors will open at 2 pm with a catered dinner being served at 4 pm. The Shane Kessinger Experience (live band) will play at 5 pm, and a grand fireworks display will be held at dusk.
The Progressive Club was originally established in 1934 by the Progressive Miners and was located on the northwest side of Wilsonville’s main street. The Club moved to their new building in January of 1949 and today this is still the current location at 212 Wilson Street in Wilsonville.
Wilsonville was founded in 1917 when Superior Coal Co. Mine No. 4 was sunk and this was the most modern mine in the Superior field. At that time, the little settlement which grew up around the mine was called Wilson. One day a worker paused and asked, “What are we going to name this town?” President Wilson was in office, thus the town was then and there named Wilson until 1919 when it was incorporated and the name expanded to Wilsonville.
The Wilsonville Progressive Club is operated and maintained by an elected panel of trustees and loyal members. The Club is open to the public and membership is always welcome. The large outdoor covered pavilion and manicured grassy side lot offer an attractive and convenient venue for any event along with inside facilities.
If you are interested in renting for any kind of event, call 217-835-3122 during open hours which are Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 4 pm to close, and Sunday doors open at 2 pm. Every Sunday afternoon at 4 pm is the Queen of Hearts drawing and the Club is on Facebook as well.
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SUNDAY, APRIL 14, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of East Oak Street in reference to a dog bite.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Abba Street to pick up a found item.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of East Maple Street in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of West Chestnut Street in reference to a burglary.
An officer was out in the 200 block of North Macoupin Street in reference to a motorist assist.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Schmidt Street in reference to a 911 call.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of South 1st Street in Benld in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Broadway Street in reference to a medical call.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of South Illinois Street in Benld in reference to illegal burning.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of South 5th Street in Benld in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Horizon Street in reference to a 911 call.
MONDAY, APRIL 15, 2024
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to speak with a male in reference to a theft in the 100 block of South Main Street in Benld.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of West Osie Street in reference to a violation of an order of protection.
Nicholas O. Landolt, 36, of Gillespie was arrested on multiple warrants including one out of St. Clair County for possession for methamphetamine, a second one out of Montgomery County for failure to appear for driving while license was revoked, and a third out of Macoupin County for failure to appear for methamphetamine.
An officer was dispatched to East Walnut Street in reference to a suspicious noise.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Abba Street in reference to a juvenile issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Broadway Street in reference to a medical alarm.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a theft in the 200 block of West Oak Street.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to criminal damage to her property.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to identity theft.
An officer spoke with a female in the 100 block of North 7th Street in Benld in reference to a neighbor dispute.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a violation of an order of protection.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Southern Street in reference to a suspicious person.
TUESDAY, APRIL 16, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 1100 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to criminal damage to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 900 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of East Walnut Street in reference to criminal trespass to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of North 7th Street in Benld in reference to criminal trespass to property. Melissa J. Hughes, 49, of Benld was arrested on a Montgomery County warrant for theft/larceny.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of East Maple Street in reference to criminal trespass to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Francis Street in reference to a traffic crash.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a civil issue in the 700 block of Rose Street in Benld.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of South 5th Street in Benld in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of East Pine Street to assist the Department of Children and Family Services.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Broadway Street in reference to reckless driving.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of East Central Avenue in Benld in reference to a 911 call.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17, 2024
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to fraud in the 200 block of South Macoupin.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 500 block of East Elm Street in reference to criminal trespass to property.
An officer was dispatched to Route 4 and Staunton Road in reference to reckless driving.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Gillespie Street in reference to unwanted solicitors.
An officer was dispatched to High Street and Gillespie Street in reference to a suspicious noise.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of High Street in reference to unwanted solicitors.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a civil standby.
An officer was flagged down at Elm Street and Clinton Street and spoke with an individual in reference to a civil issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Mt. Olive Road in Eagarville in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a suspicious circumstance.
THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 2024
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 400 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to a panic alarm sounding.
An officer was dispatched to the 1300 block of South Second Street in reference to a civil standby.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of West Osie Street in reference to a dog bite. Heather L. Kimberlin, 47, of Gillespie was issued a citation for dog at large.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of West Baker Street in reference to a juvenile issue.
An officer was out with a suspicious vehicle in the alley in the 500 block of Park Avenue.
An officer was dispatched to East Walnut and South Main Street in Benld in reference to reckless driving.
An officer was dispatched to the Veterans Memorial Park in Benld in reference to a suspicious vehicle that had been parked there for a couple of days.
Gillespie Police Department was requested for traffic control by the Gillespie Fire Department for a fire on Eagarville Road.
FRIDAY, APRIL 19, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of East Walnut Street in reference to a traffic crash.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of South Street in Gillespie in reference to a juvenile issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Litchfield Road in East Gillespie in reference to a suspicious person at the storage units. Kathy J. Henderson, 49, of Sawyerville was arrested on a Macoupin County warrant for failure to appear for bad checks
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Maple Street and Macoupin Street. Kenny L. Fults, 18, of Belleville was issued a citation for possession of cannabis.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Mt. Olive Road in Eagarville in reference to civil standby.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of West Burton Street in reference to an animal complaint.
SATURDAY, APRIL 20, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Abba Street in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of North 7th Street in Benld in reference to criminal trespassing. Timothy J. Dalpozzo, 57, of Benld was arrested for criminal trespassing to residence and a Macoupin County warrant for criminal trespassing to a residence.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at South Street and Chestnut Street and charges are pending crime lab results.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of East Maple Street in reference to reckless driving.
An officer was dispatched to Macoupin Street and Elm Street in reference to reckless driving.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Osie Street in reference to a dog at large.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of North 8th Street in Benld in reference to medical assist.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of West Spruce Street in reference to a suspicious person.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of West Baker Street in reference to criminal trespass to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Park Street in Benld in reference to a medical call.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to an ordinance issue.
All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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LITCHFIELD, Ill. — HSHS St. Francis Hospital is offering service opportunities to area teens this summer through the 2024 Junior Volunteer Program. Applications are being accepted now through May 1.
Applicants must be high school students maintaining at least a “C” average, be a minimum of 14 years of age by June 1 and be willing to volunteer at least two hours per week during the summer program. Junior volunteers will perform a variety of duties in various hospital departments.
Registration materials are available on the hospital’s website volunteer page at https://www.hshs.org/st-francis/community/volunteer.
All participants in the program will be required to present proof of immunizations for MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella), and Varicella (chicken pox). An additional requirement includes attendance at a hospital orientation.
A limited number of positions will be available. For more information, contact HSHS St. Francis Hospital at 217-324-8200.
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