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Date range: August 29 – September 5, 2017. Visit the “Court News” category under the “Community News” tab for other editions.
LAWSUITS
William Noble, Carlinville, is suing J.K. Ronald, Inc., also known as John Hicks Maytag. Gillespie, for damages in excess of $50,000 for injuries Noble allegedly sustained when he fell Sept. 12, 2015, while on the store premises in the 100 block of South Macoupin Street. Noble claims to have fallen due to a rise in the showroom floor that was covered with carpeting. The suit alleges the defendant was negligent in allowing a hazardous condition to exist, failing to warn Noble of the hazard, failing to erect barricades or warning signs to prevent Noble from being injured, and allowing carpeting to remain on the imperfection in the floor, making it more difficult to see. The suit asks for a jury trial, claiming Noble sustained severe and permanent internal and external injuries, suffered pain and anguish and incurred medical expenses.
Russ Masinelli, doing business as A & R Holding Co., has filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against Jean Beal, Carlinville, seeking possession of an apartment located in the 300 block of Walnut Street in Carlinville and an unspecified amount for unpaid rent. The suit alleges Beal violated terms of her lease by failing to keep the premises in a clean and sanitary condition, disturbing the quiet enjoyment of other tenants and failing to pay rent.
LVNV Funding, LLC, is suing Ariana Farlese, Virden, for $14,731.42, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted Capital One Bank credit card account.
Cavalry SPV I, LLC, is suing Shannon Hoyt, Girard, for $18,538.56, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted Synchrony Bank/Home Design credit card account.
SMALL CLAIMS
CHS, Inc., Shipman, is suing Mike Frizzo, Carlnville, for $828.19, plus a two percent monthly finance charge commencing from Aug. 31, that the plaintiff claims is owed for agricultural supplies and services purchased on credit.
Aqua Finance, Inc., is suing Kenneth Hellrung, Bunker Hill, for $8,858.67, plus court costs, allegedly owed on a retail installment contract for $7,500 at an interest rate of 17.99 percent for the purchase of a whole house water treatment system.
Discover Bank is suing James W. Kelsey, Carlinville, for $5,461.98, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted credit card account.
Capital One Bank is suing Nathan Dugan, Carlinville, for $1,831.47, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted credit card account.
Capital One Bank is suing Elaine M. Ottersburg, Mount Olive, for $1,124.85, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted credit card account.
Discover Bank is suing Tara S. Kettler, Staunton, for $6,096.51, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted credit card account.
Capital One Bank is suing Carol S. Taberi, Staunton, for $5,221.88, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted credit card account.
Capital One Bank is suing Phillip A. Cressy, Jr., Bunker Hill, for $1,523.46, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted credit card account.
Capital One Bank is suing Christopher L. Nerone, Girard, for $1,092.22, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted credit card account.
Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC, is suing Zak Allen, Virden, for $1,125.15, plus court costs, that the plaintiff claims is owed on an allegedly defaulted Synchrony Bank/Car Care One credit card account.
Connie Provost, Staunton, is suing Cindy Wooten, Mount Olive, for $5,000 that the plaintiff claims is owed for a 1997 Cadillac DeVille, emotional stress and court costs.
Erin Lockwood, Girard, is suing Robert Wayne Harris, Alton, for $1,209.93, claiming Harris was at fault for an accident that damaged a trailer owned by Lockwood.
FELONIES
Steven W. Griffin, 37, identified as a homeless person, is charged with failing to register as a sex offender and disorderly conduct in connection with an Aug. 25 incident in Palmyra . Griffin is accused of failing to register as a sex offender with the Palmyra Police Chief within three days of establishing temporary residence in Palmyra, and threatening to have a female victim killed in such a manner as to alarm and disturb the victim and create a breach of the peace.
Alphonso M. Anderson, 20, Carlinville, is charged with burglary and criminal damage to property in connection with an Aug. 27 incident during which he allegedly entered a building in the 100 block of Center Street in Carlinville without authority and with the intent to commit a theft, and causing less than $500 in damage by breaking out a window in a patio door at the same address.
Deanna R. Renfroe, 36, East Gillespie, is charged with obstruction of justice in connection with an Aug. 29 incident duirng which she allegedly tried to obstruct the prosecution of Joshua Rhodes by telling a Macoupin County Sheriff’s Deputy that Rhodes was not at the residence, giving Rhodes time to hide from authorities.
MISDEMEANORS
In separate cases, Tarron J. Mcelroy, 19, and Troy E. McQueen, 19, both of Bunker Hill, are charged with battery in connection with alleged attacks on the same victim. Mcelroy is accused of making contact of an insulting or provoking nature with the victim on July 23 in Bunker Hill, and McQueen is accused of making contact of an insulting or provoking nature with the same victim on Aug. 15.
Amanda L. Neel, 31, Carlinville, is charged with domestic battery in connection with an Aug. 31 incident during which she allegedly caused bodily harm to her boyfriend by scratching his face.
Jonathon Overstreet, 33, Gillespie, is charged with criminal trespass to real property in connection with an Aug. 20 incident during which he allegedly remained on property in the 100 block of Marcis Street in Wilsonville after being given notice by the occupants to vacate the premises.
TRAFFIC
Bradley J. Robinson, 28, Dorsey, is charged with driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with a Sept. 1 incident. Additionally, Robinson faces traffic charged for allegedly driving on a revoked driver’s license and failing to reduce the speed of his vehicle to avoid an accident.
David S. Tallman, 36, Shipman, is charged with driving under the influence of a drug in connection with an Aug. 25 incident. In addition, Tallman faces traffic charges for allegedly driving on the wrong side of the road, improper use of a registration or title, operation of an uninsured motor vehicle and driving on a revoked driver’s license.
DISSOLUTIONS OF MARRIAGE FILED
- Dewey Morgan, Carlinville, vs. Debra Diann Morgan, Nilwood.
- Wendy Whitworth, Gillespie, vs. Randall Whitworth, Wilsonville.
- John J. Higginbotham, Gillespie, vs. Lisa A. Higginbotham, Gillespie.
MARRIAGE LICENSES
- Roger E. Chapman and Carol A. Smith, both of Carlinville.
- Mathew Paul Murray of Vicksburg, Mississippi, and Brenna Chaudoin Olroyd of Carlinville.
- Kaleb Andrew Sisson and Amy Lee Teubner, both of Virden.
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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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