A pod of American white pelicans flew into an Eagarville pond on Monday, March 20. There were nearly 50 of the large, graceful birds who appeared to enjoy themselves while grabbing dinner. The pod were still at the pond at the time of publication. Donna Prevedell and two of her granddaughters caught a glimpse of […]
Benld Council eyes development at former Benld school site
Meeting in a relatively brief session Monday night, the Benld City Council briefly discussed the future development of the former Benld Elementary School site as a sports park and recreation area, approved $6,150 in masonry repairs at the Civic Center and directed City Attorney Rick Verticchio to write to Gillespie Police Chief Jared DePoppe regarding […]
Gillespie Council continues campaign against derelict properties
Members of the Gillespie City Council approved a resolution on Monday night declaring 301 E. Maple St. a public nuisance and directed the City Attorney to prepare a similar resolution for property a 106 Henry St. as the city continues its crackdown on derelict properties. Additionally, the council voted unanimously to convey property at 204 […]
Josh Turner headlining entertainer of Macoupin County Fair, dates set June 6-12
The Macoupin County Fair announced that multi-platinum country musician Josh Turner will be the headlining entertainer for the 2023 festival with his performance scheduled for 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 8. Tickets for the event go on sale Friday, March 10 at 8 a.m. and can be purchased online here. Ticket prices are $35 for […]
Benld receives $600k grant for park development at former school site
Governor JB Pritzker, along with state and local leaders and the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (DNR), announced on Wednesday that the City of Benld will receive a $600,000 grant to develop an 11-acre park on the former site of Benld Elementary School. The city council voted in September to apply for the grant after […]
Macoupin County woman murdered Saturday, suspect charged
A Bethalto man has been charged with the murder of a Macoupin County woman who died after an incident on Saturday, February 25 in Shipman. Authorities reported Monday that Jacob Kimbro Sr., 36 of Bethalto, has been charged with three counts of first-degree murder, one count of attempted murder, one count of a weapon by […]
Grant available to college student teaching during the 2023-2024 school year
The Alpha Tau Chapter of The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International, an honorary organization for leading women educators impacting education worldwide is offering a $500 grant to a deserving college student who will be doing his/her student teaching during the 2023-2024 school year. To be eligible for the grant, the student must have graduated from […]
School Board votes to participate in Liquid Asset Fund
Members of the Community Unit School District 7 Board of Education voted unanimously Monday night to approve a resolution authorizing the district to participate in the Illinois School District Liquid Asset Fund+, an investment pool in which more than 600 of the state’s 900 school districts participate. Supt. Shane Owsley said the measure will allow […]
Macoupin County man receives 66-year sentence for murder
Less than one month after being found guilty of first-degree murder, a Macoupin County man received a 66-year sentence on Friday, February 17 to be served in the Illinois Department of Corrections, according to Macoupin County State’s Attorney Jordan Garrison. David Buck Jr., 39 of Medora, was found guilty on first degree murder, possession of […]
Illinois State Police unveils new Troop 8 Guidon
COLLINSVILLE – The Illinois State Police (ISP) today unveiled its new Troop 8 Guidon, or flag, in Collinsville. On January 1, 2023, ISP reorganized from 21 patrol Districts across the state to 11 patrol Troops. In recognition of the newly formed Troops, ISP is holding Guidon ceremonies within each new Troop over three days. Troop 8 […]
Gillespie Council approves payments for water plant, sewer improvements
Members of the Gillespie City Council on Monday night approved a final payment to Korte & Luitjohan Contractors for renovation work done at the city’s water treatment plant and authorized a first payment request to Visu-Sewer of Missouri for work completed in the downtown business district as a first step toward implementing an extensive streetscape […]
Illinois Conservation Police recruiting new class of trainees
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) Office of Law Enforcement is seeking applicants for the position of conservation police officer trainee. Conservation police officers enforce state laws intended to protect Illinois’ natural and recreational resources. They are vested with full state-wide police authority and are trained to the highest standards for law enforcement […]
Girl scouts to host ‘We Love Trivia’ night on Feb. 10
Girl Scout Troop 6106 will be hosting a family-friendly trivia night in the Staunton School District’s multipurpose room on Friday, February 10. Troop 6106 are seniors in high school from Staunton, Mt. Olive, and Litchfield. They have been in Girl Scouts together since many were in kindergarten and are raising money for their final troop […]
Macoupin County fire on Tuesday claims one life
A fire that happened early Tuesday morning on Washer Road in rural Macoupin County is under investigation by the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal and the Macoupin County Coroner’s Office. The fire was reported at 6:06 a.m. on Tuesday, January 31 and county sheriff deputies arrived to find a mobile home heavily consumed […]
Macoupin County man convicted of murder charge in 2018 incident
A Macoupin County man was found guilty of first-degree murder on Thursday, January 26 related to a 2018 incident following a jury trial that started on Monday, January 26, according to Macoupin County State’s Attorney Jordan Garrison. David Buck Jr., 39 of Medora, was found guilty on first degree murder, possession of a stolen vehicle, […]
School Board green lights Athletic Wall of Honor program
Members of the Community Unit School District 7 Board of Education on Monday night gave permission for a five-member committee to pursue the development of a Wall of Fame program for outstanding school district athletes and supporters. Similar to the school’s longstanding Wall of Honor program, the Athletic Wall of Fame will recognize alumni of […]
Winter storm heading for BenGil area Tuesday, Wednesday
A winter storm is expected to hit the Benld Gillespie area on January 24 and January 25 and is forecasted to bring heavy snow. The National Weather Service in St. Louis, MO issued a winter storm warning for Macoupin County and a number of surrounding Illinois and Missouri counties that will take effect from 6 […]
Gillespie voters to consider IMRF issue in April
Meeting special session Tuesday night, Gillespie City Council members voted unanimously to approve a resolution placing a tax referendum for Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund on the April 4 consolidated election ballot. Mayor Pro Tem Dona Rauzi, presiding over the meeting in the absence of Mayor John Hicks, said the special meeting was needed in order […]
Tarro retires from county after 39 years
The longest-serving county public health director in the state has retired after serving for nearly four decades. Kent Tarro officially retired after 39 1/2 years of service for Macoupin County after starting when the health department was established in 1983. Tarro began working as an assistant administrator at the Macoupin County Public Health Department in […]
Benld Council approves jetter truck repairs, votes to cap unused water line
During a brief regular meeting Monday night, the Benld City Council approved up to $4,000 in repair to the city’s jetter truck and voted to cap an unused water line at Clark Street. Council members also voted to approve the installation of insulation at the city maintenance shed and voted to transition the city’s financial […]
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