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Police Activity: October 30th-November 6th
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2011
Officer was called to the 600 block of W. Charles where a male subject walked into the wrong residence. Michael J. Bain, 41, Gillespie was arrested for disorderly conduct.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2011
Officer was called to the 1100 block of S. Second for a domestic. Officer located the female in the 400 block of S. Macoupin to make sure she was okay, she advised she left the residence for the rest of the night.
Officer took a report from a resident in the 400 block of E. Elm who had damage done to his vehicle by someone spray painting it. He also, had his stereo stolen out of the vehicle. This case is under investigation.
Officer was called to the 300 block of E. Elm by a female receiving threatening and harassing phone calls by an unknown person.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2011
Rodney W. Messerly, 29, Bunker Hill was arrested on a warrant out of Montgomery County for failure to appear on a Fraud charge. He posted bond and was released.
Officer took a report of a dog running in the 800 block of N. Macoupin. Jessica A. Richardson, 21, Gillespie was cited for dog running at large.
Officer took a report of a male subject harassing another male subject after being told not to call him anymore. Dean M. Cleeton, 43, Gillespie was cited for disorderly conduct.
Officers were called to the 500 block of Park Ave. where a male subject had pushed another male subject down. The suspect was located and arrested for disorderly conduct.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2011
Officer was called to the Middle School playground by a mother who said 2 older boys had kicked her 7 year old. The parents of the suspects were contacted and advised what the boys had done. The mother did not want to press charges, just wanted to make sure this didn’t happen again.
A 16 year old male was cited for speeding 41 MPH in a 25 MPH zone.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2011
Officer took a report from a male subject who said he needed a report to get his cell phone replaced. His dog had gotten a hold of his phone and ate it.
Danielle Leonard, 21, Gillespie was arrested on a warrant out of Montgomery County for failure to appear on an Illegal Consumption of alcohol citation. She posted bond and was released.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2011
Officer was called to the 300 block of E. Oak for a verbal domestic. When the officer arrived, the male subject advised he would get his personal belongings and leave for the rest of the day.
Elizabeth M. Wicklund, 29, Staunton was cited for driving while suspended and improper lane usage. She was stopped for speeding and was given a verbal warning.
Officer was called to the 200 block of E. Elm for a domestic. Alberto Soler, 48, Wilsonville was arrested on a warrant out of Montgomery County for failure to appear on a DUI citation. He was transported to District 18 and turned over to a Montgomery County deputy.
Amanda M. Price, 28, Gillespie was cited for driving while license suspended. She was originally stopped for failure to signal.
James A. Ursch, 20, Benld was cited for having no insurance.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2011
Officer was called to the 300 block of W. Chestnut when a male reported that another male spent the night but was not at the residence when he awoke. He was concerned because the male that left, left his glasses at his residence. The male that was missing was located at his residence in Plainview.
Officer took a report from a mother who advised her 16 year old daughter did not return home last night. After checking with several of her friends, she was located with a 19 year old male and returned home.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2011
Shaun L. Zeller, 31, Litchfield was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol, improper lane usage and no insurance. He posted bond and was released.
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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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