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Macoupin County Courthouse News
Date range: July 4-11, 2018. Visit the “Court News” category under the “Community News” tab for other editions.
LAWSUITS
Jacob McCoy, as administrator of the estate of Randy McCoy, is suing Area Ambulance Inc. in excess of $50,000 alleging willful and wanton conduct and wrongful death relating to the death of Randy McCoy on July 10, 2017. According to the lawsuit, Area Ambulance Service was called to Medora for Randy after he fell, had seizure like activity, and became unresponsive. The plaintiff alleges the ambulance service responded and attempted to place a cardiac monitor on Randy, but the monitor and additional batteries were dead. The suit further alleges the ambulance service attempted to place AED pads on Randy, but the AED pads were incompatible with the AED unit and unable to shock Randy’s heart leaving the EMTs with inoperable equipment to monitor Randy’s cardiac level leading to his death.
Pekin Insurance Company, as subrogee of Betty Phelps, is suing Jones Chiropractic and Physical Therapy, Ltd. for $262,559.65, plus court costs, the amount it paid Phelps relating to a 2014 fire that damaged Phelps’ fitness club in Bunker Hill. The plaintiff claims a 2014 fire at Jones Chiropractic and Physical Therapy, Ltd. caused Phelps’ property to be uninhabitable through fire that spread and the use of water used to extinguish the fire. The plaintiff alleges Jones was guilty of carelessness and negligence in maintaining, inspecting, cleaning, and servicing the mechanical, electrical, heating and gas equipment, failing to protect and secure accelerants, allowed vapors of accelerates to build up, and failed to take adequate and proper measures to prevent a fire from starting.
Macoupin County Housing Authority has filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against Sarah Lehman seeking possession of a residence located in the 620 block of Rimini Drive, Virden.
SMALL CLAIMS
1st MidAmerica Credit Union is suing Victor Eichmiller, Mount Olive, for $6,956.55, plus court costs and interest, the plaintiff claims is owed on a 2012 retail installment contract for the purchase of a 2009 Dodge Journey.
Tower Loan of Illinois, LLC is suing Jordan Howerton, Winchester, for $2,004.95, plus court costs, the plaintiff claims is owed on a defaulted loan agreement.
Personal Finance Company, LLC is suing Jodi Bennett, Atwater, for $1,586.20, plus court costs, the plaintiff claims is owed on a defaulted unsecured promissory note.
Cavalry SPV I, LLC is suing Adam Muir, Gillespie, for $6,532.80, plus court costs, the plaintiff claims is owed on a defaulted Citibank/Home Depot credit card account.
Kravanya Funeral Homes, Ltd. Is suing Lawrence Jarden, Litchfield, for $4,218, plus court costs, the plaintiff claims is owed for rendered funeral services.
FELONIES
Jeffrey Stoops, 48, Staunton, is charged with unlawful possession of methamphetamine in connection with a June 30 incident in Staunton when he possessed less than five grams of a substance containing methamphetamine.
Brandon Weatherford, 25, Carlinville, is charged with theft and criminal damage to property in connection with a June 30 incident in Carlinville when he damaged bathroom fixtures and a coin operated amusement machine in Plaza Laundromat and exerted unauthorized control of a coin operated amusement machine motherboard.
Andrew Kuehn, 38, Gillespie, is charged with aggravated battery and resisting a peace officer in connection with a July 1 incident in Gillespie when he kicked a peace officer and resisted a peace officer knowing them to be engaged in executive of their official duties.
Devin Dahmer, 33, Highland, is charged with aggravated assault in connection with a July 3 incident when he swung a knife at a Macoupin County Sheriff’s Department deputy.
Milburn Lindsey Jr., 36, Carlinville, is charged with theft in connection with a June 2 incident in Carlinville when he had unauthorized control of a chain link fence belonging to the Carlinville Park Board.
Sebastian Nessl, 23, Mount Olive, is charged with unlawful possession of a controlled substance in connection with an April 11 incident in Gillespie when he unlawfully had possession of a substance containing FUB-AMB.
Anel Berisa, 21, Mount Olive, is charged with unlawful possession of less than five grams of methamphetamine in connection with a May 3 incident in Gillespie.
Tradena Peters, 28, Bunker Hill, is charged with unlawful possession of a controlled substance in connection with a May 18 incident in Carlinville when she was in possession of a substance containing cocaine.
MISDEMEANORS
Ryan Zorrillo, 24, Girard, is charged with disorderly conduct in connection with a July 3 incident when he threw beer steins and mugs and threatened his mother.
Taylor Simburger, 27, Benld, is charged with criminal damage to property in connection with a June 30 incident in Staunton when she damaged windows without the consent of the owner.
David Hampton, 53, Litchfield, is charged with battery in connection with a July 8 incident in Carlinville when he pushed another male.
Isiah Amos, 20, Quincy, is charged with domestic battery in connection with a July 7 incident in Gillespie when he struck his ex-girlfriend in the face with his fist.
Robert Best, 18, Staunton, is charged with criminal trespassing to a motor vehicle in connection with a May 18 incident in Staunton when he operated a 2008 Chrysler van without the authority of the owner.
Jessica McCollum, 43, Mount Olive, is charged with theft of services in connection with a May 25 incident when she used Kaho Water District water services after the water meter to her residence was locked in the off position.
TRAFFIC
Tanner Ontis, 21, Fieldon, is charged with two counts of driving under the influence, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, and improper lane usage in connection with a July 3 incident in Brighton around 10:57 p.m.
MARRIAGE LICENSES
- James Edwards, Benld, and Elaine Fallert, Litchfield.
- Leslie Hardison, Bunker Hill, and Diana Urbonas, Carlinville.
- Jacob Morgan and Jayme Naples, 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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