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Gillespie Police Report: February 5-11, 2023
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2023
An officer was dispatched to the 2000 block of Staunton Road in reference to a domestic dispute. Austin M. Conlee, 30, of Gillespie was arrested for domestic battery.
An officer was dispatched to the 900 block of Abba in reference to a wellbeing check. Ricky M. Starr, 42, of Gillespie was arrested for domestic battery.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of East Chestnut Street in reference to criminal trespass.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Henry Street in reference to a medical assist.
An officer was dispatched to the Gillespie Police Department to speak with a female in reference to a child custody exchange.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to social media comments.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2023
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of West Central Avenue in Benld in reference to a domestic dispute and juvenile issues.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of East Pine Street in reference to theft and criminal trespass.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of East Maple Street in reference to suspicious activity.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of East Pine Street in reference to theft and criminal trespass.
An officer was dispatched to the 800 block of East Charles Street in reference to a theft.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Park Avenue in reference to a medical assist
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of Park Avenue in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to North 6th St and East Eiler Avenue in Benld in reference to dirt bikes on the roadway.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of East Chestnut Street in reference to a stalking issue.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to an order of protection in the 600 block of North 4th Street in Benld.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2023
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Central Avenue and North Main Street in Benld. Nichole M. Simons, 43, of Shipman was arrested for driving while license was suspended and operating an uninsured motor vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Berry Street in Mt. Clare in reference to criminal damage to state-supported property.
David A. Rhodes, 50, of Wilsonville was arrested on a Macoupin County warrant for failure to appear on a violation of a no-contact order.
Nicholas O. Landolt, 35, New Douglas was arrested on two warrants: one out of Montgomery County for failure to appear for possession of methamphetamine and the second warrant was out of St. Clair County for possession of methamphetamine.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Osie Street in reference to fighting and six citations were issued to individuals for fights/riots/brawls including William C. Corbin, 57 of Gillespie, William J. Corbin, 32 of Gillespie, Wyatt M. Corbin, 18 of Gillespie, Anel Berisa, 26 of Gillespie, Jennifer L Pickett, 40 of Gillespie, and one 13-year-old juvenile of Gillespie.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of North 6th Street in Benld in reference to a noise complaint.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of East Wilson Street in reference to a fire.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of South 2nd Street in Benld in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of West Maple Street in reference to suspicious circumstances.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2023
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of West Osie Street in reference to criminal defacement.
An officer initiated a traffic stop on Dorsey Street and Kentucky Street in Benld. Todd E. LaRoche, 40, of Benld was arrested for driving while license was suspended and disregarding a stop sign two times.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to a dog at large.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of East Central in Benld in reference to a suspicious person.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of South Main in Benld in reference to a wellbeing check.
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to speak with female in reference to harassment.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Springfield Road and Illinois Avenue in East Gillespie. Nathan J. Dugan, 44, of Carlinville was issued a citation for operating an uninsured motor vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to the 7700 block of Staunton Road in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to speak with a female in reference to a suspicious item.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2023
An officer was out at a business in the 100 block of South Hard Road in Mt. Clare with a female dumpster diving.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Clinton Street in reference to car alarms sounding.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to harassment over social media.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of West Elm Street in reference to an open door on a home. The officer was able to secure the home.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to identity theft.
An officer was dispatched to Big Brick Park in reference to a noise complaint.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of South Street in reference to a well-being check.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2023
An officer was dispatched to Central Avenue and Illinois Street in Benld in reference to cruelty treatment of an animal.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of South 6th Street in Benld in reference to a juvenile issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of East Elm Street to check the area in reference to a suspicious call.
An officer was out with a suspicious vehicle in the parking lot of the 900 block of the North Hard Road of Mt. Clare.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at South Macoupin Street and Cedar Street. Robert W. McDermith, 22, of Gillespie was issued a citation for expired registration.
A female called the Gillespie Police Department to report a vehicle driving at a high rate of speed.
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie High School parking lot in reference to a suspicious person.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of East Walnut Street in Benld in reference to a suspicious vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Charles to assist protective services on a home visit.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Springfield Road in East Gillespie in reference to suspicious individuals.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2023
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of South Main Street in Benld in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to speak with individuals that were involved in a battery in the 300 block of West Chestnut Street.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Macoupin Street and Maple Street. Sean H. Mason, 54, of Benld was issued citations for unlawful display of license plates and operating an uninsured motor vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Cloud Lane in reference to a domestic battery. Jessica L. Dobrinich, 40, of Gillespie was arrested for domestic battery and Kyle E. Devries, 33, of Staunton was arrested for domestic battery.
An officer was dispatched to Welfare Park in reference to a suspicious vehicle.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Central Avenue and 2nd Street in Benld. Elizabeth A. Wilde, 19 of Kirkwood, Missouri was issued a citation for speeding.
An officer was dispatched to Madison Street and Wilson Street in reference to suspicious activity.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of North 7th Street in Benld in reference to an open door on a residence. The residence was checked and secured.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Edwards Street in reference to a medical assist.
All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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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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