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Gillespie Police Activity: May 5-10, 2015
This story is contributed by a member of the Gillespie Police Department and is neither endorsed nor affiliated with TheBenGilPost.com. All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
TUESDAY, MAY 5, 2015
Christine K. Allen, 59, of Atlanta, IL was cited for speeding 38 MPH in a 20 MPH zone.
Officer stopped a vehicle after receiving report of an intoxicated driver. Lenne O. Lyons, 52, of Benld was arrested for improper lane usage, driving while license revoked, no insurance and driving under the influence of intoxicated compounds. He posted bond and was released.
THURSDAY, MAY 7, 2015
Male juvenile, 16, of Gillespie was cited for no insurance and GDL unlawful number of passengers after a minor accident at the high school parking lot.
FRIDAY, MAY 8, 2015
Officer was called to the 700 block of West Oak to take a report from a female who had a riding lawnmower with a flat tire and wouldn’t start. The female claimed items in her shed had been thrown all over and boxes had been sifted through.
Kimberly M. Binnion, 34, of Gillespie was arrested on a warrant out of Douglas County for contempt of court. She was transported to Macoupin County jail.
SATURDAY, MAY 9, 2015
Officer stopped a vehicle after leaving a business in the 400 block of South Macoupin St. Taryn N. Edwards, 28, of Gillespie was stopped for driving without lights when required, no insurance and driving while license suspended. Charges for possession of controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of cannabis are also pending. The owner of the vehicle and passenger, Regina M. Miller, 36, of Mt. Olive was cited for permitting an unauthorized person to drive.
Officer took a report from a couple living in the 800 block of South Madison who had their vehicles tampered with. The suspects turned the victims’ hazards on causing the batteries to go dead. They were told the officers would patrol area more often.
Officer took a report from a female from Carlinville who wanted to report violation of an order of protection when the offender challenged her to a game on Facebook. Since she lives in Carlinville, Carlinville Police were called and told that she would be coming up there to have the report made.
SUNDAY, MAY 10, 2015
Officer was called to a business in the 200 block of Southern Street to take a report from the manager where two females were throwing glass bottles and breaking them on the parking lot. At this time, the two females have not been located, but this case is still under investigation.
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SPRINGFIELD — Lincoln Land Community College has announced its full-time and part-time President’s and Vice President’s lists for the spring 2025 semester. Part-time students are enrolled in six to 11 credit hours while full-time students are enrolled in 12 or more credit hours.
Students who earned a 4.0 grade point average (GPA) are noted with an asterisk and earned President’s list honors. Students who earned between a GPA of 3.5-3.99 earned Vice President’s list honors. The excerpt below features Macoupin County students.
FULL-TIME STUDENTS
Bunker Hill – Logan R. Helling
Carlinville – Reid P. Evans*, Brody M. Reif
Gillespie – Maris E. Brill, Austin L. Grace*
Girard – Max Allen*, Katie Angulo*, Mick B. Downs*, Josh Hagerman, Reed Lewis, Michael S. Prose*
Mount Olive – Jakobb E. Brown*, Georgia G. Kampwerth
Palmyra – Alexis R. Bowman*
Staunton – Paige N. Horstmeyer*, Michael J. Matesa*, Lauren R. Mathis, Brandon Mo
Virden – Zorah E. Austin*, Michaeh N. Barnhouse*, Maddie Carver, Jackson R. Pierce*, Morgan C. Snell*, Grant M. Strickler, Courtney N. Ulinski*
PART-TIME STUDENTS
Benld – Christopher Young*
Carlinville – Alex C. Nance*, Jerry D. Nance Jr.*
Gillespie – Jessica L. Tiek*
Girard – Lindsey J. Ferguson*, Jackson R. Henke*, Natalie Moriconi*
Mount Olive – Kara A. Harmon*, Justin D. O’Neill*, Hayden Wylder*
Virden – Candace L. Carlile*, Lillian M. Carlile*, Natalie M. Little*, Josie P. Patterson, Luciano Pierce*
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The 2:18 Missions Team, a dedicated local outreach group based in Gillespie, is excited to announce its upcoming cookout fundraiser to support its community initiatives. The event will take place on Saturday, June 21st, at Randy’s Market in Benld.
From approximately 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., community members are invited to enjoy delicious homemade food while supporting a worthy cause. The menu will feature pork chops, pork burgers, hot dogs, and refreshing water — perfect for a summer day of good food and fellowship.
“All proceeds from this event will go directly toward our mission efforts to serve and uplift our community,” said a spokesperson for 2:18 Missions Team. “We’re grateful for the support of our neighbors and look forward to seeing everyone there!”
Come out to Randy’s Market in Benld on June 21st to enjoy a tasty meal, support local endeavors, and connect with others in the community.
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CARLINVILLE, IL – On June 14th, concerned citizens are invited to join a coalition of grassroots organizations to nonviolently protest in front of the Macoupin County Courthouse at 201 E. Main St. in Carlinville, IL, from 2:00pm – 4:00pm. This protest is one of over 1,400 protests taking place nationwide with millions of participants as part of the NO KINGS National Day of Action and mass mobilization in response to the increasing authoritarian excesses and corruption of the Trump administration.
Trump’s unconstitutional actions include suppressing free speech, detaining people for their political positions, deporting American citizens, defying the courts, and much more – all while enriching himself and his billionaire allies.
“Now Donald Trump is planning a military parade in Washington, D.C. on June 14th. This display of might is intended to intimidate opponents and solidify his image as a strongman, while paying for it with taxpayer dollars.”, said Kelley Hatlee, a volunteer organizer with the Macoupin County 50501and Indivisible movements. “Instead of allowing this military parade to be the center of attention, the NO KINGS nationwide protests make action everywhere else the story of America on June 14th: people coming together in communities across the country to reject strongman politics and corruption.”, said Hatlee.
“We’re showing up together as neighbors, friends, and fellow community members to say NO to authoritarianism and yes to a government that serves everyone,” said Chelsa Pruden, a volunteer organizer with Macoupin PRIDE and Macoupin County 50501 and Indivisible. “We’re tired of watching powerful people trample our rights and our voices. This protest is about reminding everyone, especially those in power, that real strength comes from the people.”
Participants are encouraged to make protest signs that convey their personal messages. Packaged, nonperishable food items will be accepted for donation to local food pantries to help low-income families who will be hit hardest by Trump’s policies.
The NO KINGS protest in Carlinville is organized by a volunteer coalition of the Macoupin PRIDE and the Macoupin County 50501 and Indivisible grassroots movements. The coalition has created a Facebook page titled “Macoupin County 50501 and Indivisible” for concerned citizens to follow.
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