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Gillespie Police Report: April 23-29, 2023

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SUNDAY, APRIL 23, 2023

An officer was out with a vehicle parked at a business in the 400 block of South Macoupin Street. Erik J. Holman, 40, of Gillespie was arrested on a Montgomery County warrant for a traffic offense.

An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of North Illinois Street in Benld in reference to a domestic dispute.

An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Rose Street in Benld in reference to a noise complaint.

An officer was dispatched to Henrietta Street and Fillmore Street in reference to reckless driving.

MONDAY, APRIL 24, 2023

An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of South Lincoln in Eagarville in reference to a domestic dispute.

An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of West Osie Street in reference to an ordinance issue of abandonment of vehicles.

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An officer initiated a traffic stop at Broadway Street and Kelly Street.  Jordan Z. Thomas, 25, of Sullivan was arrested for driving on a suspended registration. He was also issued citations for speeding and operating an uninsured motor vehicle.

An officer initiated a traffic stop at Springfield Road and Route 16 in East Gillespie. Sean E, Stroud, 33, of Litchfield was issued a citation for operating an uninsured motor vehicle.

An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of North Illinois Street in Benld in reference to a civil standby.

An officer was dispatched to the 1400 block of Madison Street in reference to a wellbeing check.

An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of South 4th Street in Benld in reference to criminal damage and criminal trespass to property.

An officer was contacted by a treatment center who had the responsibility of duty to warn a patient of physical threats made by an in-patient. The officer assisted him in delivering the message to the individual.

An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to speak with a male in reference to a dog bite in the 400 block of East Elm Street.

An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of Shelby Street in reference to a report of theft. Two fourteen-year-old female juveniles were issued citations for damaging city property.

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An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of North Kentucky Street in reference to solicitors.

An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of East Elm Street in reference to a suspicious person.

An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Litchfield Road in East Gillespie in reference to a medical assist.

TUESDAY, APRIL 25, 2023

An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of South Hard Road in Benld in reference to a noise complaint.

An officer initiated a traffic stop at Central Avenue and Main Street in Benld.  Jody A. Short, 23, of Granite City was issued a citation for speeding.

An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Park Avenue in reference to an abandoned bicycle.

An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a violation of an order of protection in the 600 block of Edwards Street.

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An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Clark Street in reference to criminal trespass to property.

An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of East Chestnut Street to assist the Alderwoman and Alderman with an ordinance issue.

An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of West Wilson in reference to illegal burning.

An officer was dispatched to a business in the 400 block of South Macoupin St in reference to retail theft.

An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of North Lincoln Avenue in Eagarville in reference to criminal trespass to property.

An officer was dispatched to a business in the 400 block of South Macoupin in reference to a suspicious person.

An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of South Main in Benld in reference to a suspicious person.

An officer initiated a traffic stop at Clark Street and Staunton Road. Wyatt M. Corbin, 19, of Gillespie a citation was issued for the operation of a vehicle with expired registration.

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 26, 2023

An officer initiated a traffic stop at Benld Road and Mt. Olive Road in Eagarville. Todd E. LaRoache, 40, of Benld was arrested for driving on a suspended driver’s license.

An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Berry Street in Mt. Clare in reference to criminal damage to property.

An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to speak with a male in reference to harassment and criminal trespass in the 400 block of South Main in Benld.

An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to speak with a male in reference to a civil issue.

An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of East Elm Street in reference to suspicious activity.

An officer was dispatched to the end of the Bike Trail at Clark Street in reference to suspicious persons.

An officer was dispatched to the camping area at Gillespie Lake in reference to an animal complaint.

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An officer initiated a traffic stop at Springfield Road and Illinois Street in East Gillespie. Carl E. Starr, 61, of Carlinville was issued a citation for speeding.

An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Charles Street in reference to a medical assist.

An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Springfield Road in reference to a suspicious person.

THURSDAY, APRIL 27, 2023

An officer was dispatched to North Jersey and Maple Street in reference to an abandoned vehicle parked on the roadway.

An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of South 4th Street in Benld in reference to criminal trespassing.

An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of West Oak Street in reference to a civil issue.

An officer was dispatched to North 7th Street in Benld in reference to a complaint of dirt bikes on the roadway.

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An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of Trolley Street in reference to a suspicious vehicle.

An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Dorsey Road in Mt. Clare in reference to a medical assist.

An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of North Lincoln in Eagarville to pick up an item that was found.

An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of South 4th Street in Benld in reference to a domestic dispute.

An officer was dispatched to the 2600 block of Staunton Road in Mt. Clare in reference to suspicious circumstances.

An officer was dispatched to the 800 block of East Chestnut Street in Benld in reference to suspicious activity.

An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of South 5th Street in Benld in reference to suspicious activity.

An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of East Chestnut Street in reference to an injured animal.

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An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Lynn Street in reference to a domestic dispute.

An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Francis Street in reference to a theft.

FRIDAY, APRIL 28, 2023

An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of South 5th Street in Benld in reference to a civil issue

An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Francis Street in reference to a well-being check

An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a civil issue in the 400 block of East Maple Street.

An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to criminal damage to property in the 100 block of Park Avenue.

An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of East Maple in reference to suspicious circumstances.

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An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of North 7th Street in reference to a noise complaint.

SATURDAY, APRIL 29, 2023

An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a theft.

An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Lake in reference to harassment and threats.

An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of Henry Street to assist an Alderwoman with an ordinance issue.

An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Springfield Road in reference to criminal trespass.

An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a civil issue and criminal trespass.

An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of LJ Avenue in reference to a domestic dispute.

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An officer was dispatched to Route 16 East for a vehicle coming into town in reference to reckless driving.

An officer initiated a traffic stop at Macoupin Street and Baker Street. Rickey D. Bell, 62, of Gillespie was arrested for driving while his license was revoked. He was also issued citations for driving on suspended registration and operating an uninsured motor vehicle.

An officer was dispatched to the area of Elm Street and Macoupin Street in reference to a report of reckless driving.

An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of East Maple Street in reference to a medical assist.

An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to criminal damage in the 500 block of South Macoupin.

All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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Madison donates to food pantry and sponsoring toy drive

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Madison employee, Lexy Horton delivered food items to the Staunton Helping Hands Center volunteer Lori Semanik.

During their Employee Appreciation Week celebration in October, the employees at Madison were challenged to donate non-perishable items for the local food pantries as part of a team bonding exercise.

The Madison employees collected a total of 10 milk crates and multiple boxes of food. The items were then divided evenly between the Mt. Olive Care Center, the Bunker Hill Food Pantry, and the Staunton Helping Hands Center. These donations are just a small part of Madison’s commitment to care for the communities that they serve.

Along with donating to the local food pantries, Madison is also sponsoring the Community Hope Center’s Christmas Toy Drive once again. Please help spread the love to a child for Christmas by donating a new and unwrapped toy for girls and boys ages 0-12.

Toys will be accepted anytime until December 6th in their main office lobby located at 21668 Double Arch Road in Staunton.

To learn more about Madison’s services call 800-422-4848 or visit gomadison.com.

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Fifth grade elementary students decorate pumpkins as fundraiser for Project Kid Kare

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The fifth grade at Ben-Gil Elementary recently had a pumpkin decorating contest as a fundraiser to help support Project Kid Kare. The fifth grade students decorated a pumpkin as an activity with their parents during a Parent Involvement Day.

Each of the classes’ pumpkins were displayed on tables. All the students in the school could vote for their favorite table of pumpkins using spare change. The table that received the most money votes, won the contest.

Students were able to vote multiple times for their favorite table using change or $1 bills. The fifth grade students raised a total of $334.37 and donated the proceeds to Project Kid Care. This act of kindness will bring smiles to many faces of the students in school. Project Kid Kare helps students in the CUSD #7 who are unable to purchase school supplies each year.

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Oberkfell claims victory at State Cross Country championship

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Chaz Oberkfell (archived photo/TheBenGilPost.com)

In a stunning display of athletic prowess and determination, Chaz Oberkfell, a junior at Gillespie High School, crossed the finish line first at the 2024 Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Class 1A State Cross Country Championships, securing his victory with an impressive time and personal best of 14:31.9.

Rounding out the top five was senior Nicolai Martino of Winnebago (14:33.9), senior Gabriel McLain of Benton (14:33.9), sophomore Maxwell Kirby of Peoria Notre Dame (14:47.7), and senior Andrew Kurien of Rockford Christian (14:54.8).

The championship race, held at the scenic Detweiller Park, drew competitors from across the state, all vying for the coveted title. Oberkfell showcased his exceptional talent and training and was in second place before securing the first place spot toward the end of the race.

Oberkfell’s victory is a testament to his relentless dedication and the support of his coaches and teammates. Throughout the season, he has consistently demonstrated remarkable speed and endurance, often finishing races well ahead of his competitors.

The Gillespie community turned out in full force to support the team with many friends, family members, and fellow students cheering the team on Friday morning when the team bus was escorted through town and again on the sidelines Saturday morning. The triumph victory not only highlights Oberkfell’s personal achievements but also brings recognition to Gillespie High School’s cross country program. The team has shown tremendous growth over the past few years, and this victory is a significant milestone.

Also representing Gillespie in the state championship race were Carter Sies (16:59.4), Marshall Garwood (17:03.3), Hank Fletcher (17:15.4), Nolan Hostettler (17:23.9), Matthew Plovich (17:37.4), and Lucca Kapp (17:40.1).

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