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Macoupin County Courthouse News
Date range: September 13-19, 2016. Visit the “Court News” category under the “Community News” tab for other editions.
LAWSUITS
All Steel Products, Inc., Staunton, is suing a former employee, seeking actual damages in excess of $50,000 and punitive damages of $300,000. The suit, filed in Macoupin County Circuit Court by Litchfield attorney Andy Scharf, alleges that Todd Bone, Vandalia, violated a no-compete clause in his employment contract with the plaintiff that precluded the defendant from accepting employment with a competitor for a period of two years. The suit claims Bone entered into the contract on March 21, 2014, and left All Steel Products on July 13 this year. The plaintiff claims Bone accepted a position with a direct competitor, Titan Pipe and Tube, Staunton, which also is in the business of manufacturing and selling steel pipe, in violation of the no-compete provision. Further, the suit alleges Bone provided his new employer with customer lists and contact information, and contacted customers of All Steel Products in an attempt to adversely affect long-time contracts and business relationships. Count I of the suit seeks a restraining order precluding the defendant from using confidential customer information and trade secrets from All Steel Products, and prohibiting him from contacting All Steel Products’ existing or potential customers and inducing or attempting to induce customers and vendors to terminate their business relationships with All Steel Products. Counts II and III seek monetary damages and allege unlawful conversion of business and trade secrets, interference with the plaintiff’s business agreements, and a willful, deliberate and intentional attempt to damage the plaintiff’s business.
Barbara Barton, Mount Olive, has filed a forcible entry and detainer complaint against Kimberly Ross and Collin Wilson, both of Mount Olive, seeking possession of residential premises the defendants allegedly occupy in the 20500 block of Wolf Road, Mount Olive.
SMALL CLAIMS
Consumer Collection Management, Maryland Heights, Mo., is suing Michael Neal, Carlinville, on behalf of Carlinville Area Hospital and Macoupin Family Practice Centers. The suit seeks $2,050.68, plus court costs, alleged owed to Carlinville Area Hospital, and $52.34, plus court costs, allegedly owed to Macoupin Family Practice Centers for medical services provided.
Carlinville Area Hospital is suing Raymond and Lisa Marie Luebbert, Springfield, for $2,884, plus court costs, allegedly owed for medical services.
Vantage Credit Union is suing Margaret Mills, Brighton, for $6,160.90, plus interest at a rate of 8.56 percent, attorney fees and court costs, allegedly owed on a defaulted $18,237.55 auto loan executed in March 20014 for the purchase of a 2011 Nissan Cube vehicle.
MSW Capital is suing Jessica Bondy, Staunton, for $1,116.68, plus court costs, allegedly owed on a defaulted Credit One Bank credit card account.
Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC, is suing Mitchell Britz, Virden, for $800.24, plus court costs, allegedly owed on a defaulted Citibank credit card account.
First National Bank of Omaha is suing Cynthia Hatton, Chesterfield, for $5,394.44, plus court costs, allegedly owed on a defaulted credit card account.
FELONIES
James E. Holt, 35, Sorento, is charged with possession of a controlled substance and obstructing identification in connection with a Sept. 9 incident in Staunton during which he allegedly possessed less than 15 grams of a substance containing heroin and provided a false name to the Staunton police officer placing him under arrest.
Jason R. Dudley, 29, St. Louis, Mo., is charged with possession of methamphetamine manufacturing materials in connection with a Sept. 12 incident during which he allegedly possessed ammonium nitrate, lye, sulfuric acid, salt and lithium batteries with the intent to use the materials to manufacture methamphetamine.
Jonathan M. Robbs, 29, Virden, is charged with possession of less than five grams of methamphetamine in connection with a Sept. 12 incident in Virden.
Charlene F. Branham, 48, Medora, is charged with driving on suspended driver’s license in connection with Sept. 13 incident about 4 a.m. on West Main Street at Loomis Lane in Carlinville. Branham is accused of driving a 20011 Toyota SUV at a time when her driver’s license was subject to a summary suspension while Branham was eligible for a Monitoring Device Driving Permit. In addition, Branham faces traffic charges for driving under the influence of alochol, operation of an uninsured motor vehicle, failure to reduce the speed of her vehicle to avoid and accident and leaving the scene of an accident.
Christie L. Mellenthin, 41, Litchfield, is charged with possession of a controlled substance in connection with a Sept. 15 incident in Carlinville during which she allegedly possessed less than 15 grams of a substance containing heroin.
Deirdre R. Ferry, 32, Virden, is charged with possession of less than five grams of methamphetamine in connection with a Sept. 15 incident in Carlinville.
Jacob E. Ferry, 34, Virden, is charged with possession of less than five grams of methamphetamine and defacing identification marks on a firearm in connection with a Sept. 15 incident in Carlinville during which he allegedly possessed a quantity of methamphetamine and a firearm on which the serial number had been ground off.
Kaitlyn R. Rexford, 19, Bethalto, is charged with possession of less than five grams of methamphetamine in connection with a Sept. 15 incident in Benld.
MISDEMEANORS
Allison R. Howard, 20, Winchester, is charged with unlawful consumption of alcohol by a person under the age of 21 in connection with a Sept. 11 incident at Blackburn College in Carlinville.
David W. Portwood, Jr., 43, Wilsonville, is charged with domestic battery in connection with a Sept. 12 incident during which he allegedly struck his wife in her face with his open hand.
TRAFFIC
Shane R. Wright, 52, Brighton, is charged with two counts of driving under the influence of alcohol and making an improper turn signal in connection with a Sept. 11 incident.
DISSOLUTIONS OF MARRIAGE FILED
- Colleen Louise Jones, Carlinville, vs. David Carl Jones, Carlinville.
- Katina A. Weller, Gillespie, vs. Chester H. Weller, II, Gillespie.
- Eric England, Carlinville, vs. Nicole England, Carlinville.
MARRIAGE LICENSES
- James D. Force and Katelyn N. Bertagnolli, both of Gillespie.
- William P. Yuncker and Tanya R. Atteberry, both of Girard.
- Christopher J. Harbaugh and Barbara A. Kirkwood, both of Wilsonville.
- Dennis G. Nowell of Staunton and Paulette M. Crawford of St. Louis, Mo.
- Kyle D. Koke and Courtney D. Schofield, both of Springfield.
- David E. Emmons and Jamie L. Cope, both of Carlinville.
- Jesse A. Hartsook and Katilyn M. Porter, both of Carlinville.
- Andrew C. Summers and Jamie M. Antrobus, foth of Grafton.
- Ronald L. Hallbauer of Carlinville and Alison B. Knabe of Eldred.
- Charles M. Crays and Darla K. Paxton, both of Carlinville.
- Daniel O’Brien of Girard and Rowena G. Deopere of Springfield.
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MISDEMEANORS
Joshua A. Damm, 41 of Carlinville, is charged with battery/making physical contact in connection with a November 14 incident.
Blake R. Laskach, 25 of Staunton, is charged with obstructing identification in connection with a November 20 incident.
TRAFFIC
Kyle E. Devries, 36 of Staunton, is charged with driving on a revoked license, transporting/carrying alcohol/driver, and disregarding a stop sign in connection with a November 5 incident.
Haider K. Omran, 57 of Saint Louis, MO, is charged with speeding 26-34 MPH over the limit in connection with a November 15 incident.
Michael F. Reeder, 73 of Carlinville, is charged with leaving the scene and operating an uninsured motor vehicle in connection with a November 18 incident.
Keith S. Statler, 61 of Hillsboro, is charged with driving on a revoked license in connection with a November 16 incident.
William T. Overturf, 39 of Benld, is charged with driving on a revoked license in connection with a November 19 incident.
Gary A. Parker, 47 of Gillespie, is charged with reckless driving in connection with a November 14 incident.
Kelly M. Lyons, 37 of Benld, is charged with reckless driving in connection with a November 14 incident.
Kyle E. Dotson, 59 of Springfield, is charged with driving on a revoked license and transporting/carrying alcohol/driving in connection with a November 16 incident.
DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE FILED
- Joseph S. A. Evans versus Abby L. Evans
- George D. March versus Taylor R. Brown
- Elijah N. Powell versus Tori Lynn Loyd
MARRIAGE LICENSES
- Caleb Brendan Owens and Kaitlyn Noelle Hargis, both of Mount Olive
- Justin Michael Hart and Sydney Annadale Gray, both of Carlinville
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Community News
Macoupin County Clerk, Recorder & Elections Office temporarily relocating due to courthouse renovations
The Macoupin County Clerk, Recorder, and Elections Office will temporarily relocate across the street to the Macoupin County Voting Center, located at 227 E. First South in Carlinville, beginning Tuesday, November 18, 2025.
The move is necessary to accommodate HVAC system renovations in the Macoupin County Courthouse. The temporary relocation is expected to last until mid-January 2026.
During this time, all regular services — including vital records, recordings, elections, and general clerk functions — will continue to be available at the Voting Center. Office hours and contact information will remain the same.
However, due to limited space during the renovation, public searching and certain in-person services may be restricted. Residents are encouraged to take advantage of the many online services offered through the Clerk’s website, including:
- Searching and ordering vital records
- Accessing property and land records
- Viewing election information and forms
- Checking registration and voter status
“We appreciate everyone’s patience as we make these necessary improvements to the Courthouse,” said Macoupin County Clerk Pete Duncan. “Our goal is to continue serving the public efficiently and safely, whether in person or online.”
Residents can visit www.macoupincountyclerk.com, call 217-854-3214, text 217-439-4499, or email elections@macoupincountyil.gov or recorder@macoupincountyil.gov for updates, online resources, and additional information.
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FELONIES
Christy M. Thornhill, 54 of Gillespie, is charged with theft/unauthorized control (>500<10k) in connection with a December 14, 2024, incident.
Eugene Arnold, 62 of Royal Lakes, is charged with aggravated battery/use of a deadly weapon in connection with a November 11 incident.
Andrew N. Gregory, 36 of Gillespie, is charged with obstructing justice/destroying evidence, driving under the influence of alcohol, and disregarding a stop sign in connection with a November 13 incident.
Jared E. Gibbs, 38 of Palmyra, is charged with aggravated DUI, driving under the influence of alcohol, transporting/carrying alcohol/driver, and stopping/standing/parking/business in connection with a July 8 incident.
MISDEMEANORS
Thor S. Barnes, 45 of Benld, is charged with criminal trespass to land in connection with an October 31 incident.
Juan F. Molina Fuentes, 43 of Glen Carbon, is charged with assault in connection with a November 12 incident.
Frederic J. Skinner. 22 of Carlinville, is charged with criminal trespass to a building in connection with a November 11 incident.
Harold A. Wood, 79 of Staunton, is charged with criminal trespass to land with a November 11 incident.
William L. Hartman, 44 of Benld, is charged with theft/unauthorized control (<$500) in connection with an October 4 incident.
William D. Friesland, 20 of Mount Olive, is charged with unlawful possession of blackjack/knife in connection with an October 27 incident.
Jakota M. Emery of Gillespie is charged with resisting/peace officer/firefighter/corrections employee in connection with an October 22 incident.
Crystal J. Webb, 50 of Staunton, is charged with animal owner duties violation in connection with an October 21 incident.
James J. Hamilton, 18 of Brighton, is charged with disorderly conduct in connection with an October 30 incident.
Joshua T. Reese, 19 of Jerseyville, is charged with disorderly conduct in connection with an October 30 incident.
Kyle T. Yate, 19 of Wood River, is charged with disorderly conduct in connection with an October 30 incident.
TRAFFIC
Frederick Devone Jones, 28 of Columbia, SC, is charged with driving on a suspended license and driving 15-20 mph above the limit in connection with a November 8 incident.
Eileen M. Chavez, 19 of Mount Prospect, is charged with speeding 26-34 mph over the limit in connection with a November 9 incident.
Carla R. Franklin, 54 of Florissant, MO, is charged with driving on a suspended license, headlight violation, and operating an uninsured motor vehicle in connection with a November 1 incident.
Cheri L. Bagwell, 48 of Carlinville, is charged with driving on a suspended license, improper use of registration/title, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, and no valid registration in connection with an October 26 incident.
Jessica M. McCoy, 27 of Eagarville, is charged with driving on a suspended license in connection with an October 30 incident.
Jenna M. Forrest, 43 of Alton, is charged with speeding 26-34 mph over the limit in connection with a November 11 incident.
Michael T. Chrystal, 26 of Carlinville, is charged with driving on a suspended license in connection with an October 31 incident.
Shane C. Chance, 29 of Carlinville, is charged with driving on a suspended license in connection with a November 1 incident.
Tameka S. Turner, 35 of Waverly, is charged with driving on a revoked license in connection with an October 29 incident.
Christian A. Darush, 25 of Hettick, is charged with expired registration in connection with a November 12 incident.
Cade W. Thoron, 19 of Carlinville, is charged with speeding 26-34 mph over the limit in connection with a November 12 incident.
Wayne E. Mitchell, 46 of Brighton, is charged with driving on a revoked license, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, and expired registration in connection with a November 1 incident.
Tabitha M. Pratt, 39 of Benld, is charged with driving on a suspended license, expired registration, and operating an uninsured motor vehicle in connection with a November 9 incident.
Carter R. Hood, 19 of Springfield, is charged with speeding 26-34 mph over the limit in connection with a November 12 incident.
Timothy C. Hokenson, 39 of Mount Olive, is charged with reckless driving and failure to reduce speed in connection with a November 11 incident.
Angela M. Sparling, 60 of Litchfield, is charged with driving on a suspended license, expired registration, disregarding an official traffic control device, and no notice of address/name change in connection with an October 30 incident.
William K. Kampmann III, 37 of Cottage Hills, is charged with driving on a suspended license, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, and operating a motor vehicle in connection with a November 4 incident.
Christopher L. Vesper, 50 of Staunton, is charged with driving on a suspended license and operating an uninsured motor vehicle in connection with an October 28 incident.
Christopher L. Paul, 62 of Bunker Hill, is charged with improper use of registration/title and operating a motor vehicle with suspended registration in connection with a November 10 incident.
Payge L. Masters, 20 of Mechanicsburg, is charged with driving on a suspended license and operating an uninsured motor vehicle in connection with a November 3 incident.
Matthew L. Hauter, 46 of Carlinville, is charged with driving on a revoked license in connection with an October 28 incident.
DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE FILED
- Ryan P. Williams versus Naomi N. Williams
MARRIAGE LICENSES
- Joseph Edward Hinch and Brittany Allen, both of Wilsonville
- Steven Caleb Hunter Wise and Christina Ann Seals, both of Carlinville
- Andrew Michael Bounds and Tamara Ann Cunningham, both of Virden
- Steve Jameson and Troi Gibbs-Petrie, both of Girard
