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Members of Law Enforcement United gathered at the Sheriff’s Department last Wednesday for a short break during the beginning leg of their “Long Ride.” Enquirer-Democrat photo by Jordan Grucza. Driver airlifted after overturning semi “Long Ride” bikes through See page 2A Carlinville on way to Washington By: JORDAN GRUCZA ride up to Washington, D.C. and Enquirer Democrat Reporter raise funds to donate to Concerns of Traffic from Bunker Hill into Carl- Police Survivors and Officer Down inville slowed to five miles an hour Memorial Page. Last year we handed last Wednesday as it became caught out $750,000. And our future goal is behind a curious entourage of cy- $1 million. clists, trucks and police vehicles. It “When we first started helping out was the beginning leg of the Long COPS, it was for what they called Carlinville resident Ride, one of five routes started by COPS Kids Camp, and that is for the celebrates his 98th Law Enforcement United. children of officers who were killed birthday Law Enforcement United are a in the line of duty, they go away for See page 5A group of volunteer law enforcers, two weeks to a nice camp with coun- survivors and supporters whose mis- sellors and mentors. It brings them sion is to honor fallen officers and all together and gives them an op- support their survivors. Their ride on portunity to hear ‘you’re not the only Wednesday began in St. Louis and one who lost someone.’ It’s painful. Saturday will end up in Washington, D.C., a And you can still be a regular kid 5/11 62 journey of 1,200 miles. Organizer with that and move forward. 48 Allan Iversen spoke with the Enquir- “I met a kid last night, he’s been Sunday er-Democrat as the group gathered at going to COPS Kids Camp for 6 5/12 47 67 the Macoupin County Sheriff’s De- years. He’s never met his father be- partment. cause his father was killed before he LEU began as 12 people, one of was born. He had a fear of people, a Index whom is Iversen. fear of heights, and he said that last County 3A “We wanted to help the families year he got over his fear of heights of survivors out more than we were because they had a rock climbing Several days of rain caused severe flooding Editorial 4A doing previously, we all organized wall and a couple of his mentors said Carlinville experienced severe flooding in several locations on Friday. The intersection of Rice and Broadway was nearly impassable to many vehicles. Society 5A and decided we would do a bicycle See Cyclist on page 9A Business 6A Obituaries 7A Norris elected first Chairwoman Church 8A of Texas State Fair Board Calendar 8A By: JORDAN GRUCZA Enquirer Democrat Reporter Court 9A The presence of Carlinville native Gina Ar- Sports 1B mour Norris is magnetic even over speaker- phone. The name may sound familiar-Norris Trades 3B has a long history here beginning with her Classified 4B childhood as one of Wendell and Geneva Ar- mour’s six children on Armour Farms. The School Zone 6B experience growing up there, as well as be- ing a longtime member of the local 4-H club, were heavy inspiration for her soaring career Contact us: in banking and heavy participation in the Tex- advertising@ as State Fair. enquirerdemocrat.com “We had a big family, there were six of us Advertising needs. kids and we were ten years top to bottom. It 217-854-2534, Ext. 20 At left, Todd Koller, Randy Ober, Dick McClain and Bill Link swear in as aldermen at Monday’s City Council meeting. was really fun. We all worked together and Gina Armour Norris Enquirer-Democrat photo by Chris Best. got things done. You were never finished. Ev- info@ erybody had their own chores and the work was always there. At a dairy enquirerdemocrat.com farm you’re just never finished.” General information and Mayor honors outstanding citizen Norris has had a 30-year career in banking, has been the managing direc- print orders. tor in charge of the private operating business portfolio of Crow Holdings, as Chair, Randy Ober as Vice-chair, By: CHRIS BEST Randy Ober of Ward 4, who replaced and is an active participant of many organizations including the Juanita 217-854-2534, Ext. 21 Dick McClain, Cindy Campbell and Enquirer Democrat Reporter Joe Direso in January. J. Craft Civil Rights House, the Executive Women’s Roundtable, the Na- Elaine Brockmeier as members. To editorial@ Monday’s Carlinville City Council The mayor then made the follow- tional Association of Corporate Directors and the Museum Steering Com- Public Safety Randy Ober was ap- enquirerdemocrat.com meeting was also the last for three ing appointments: Courtney Dugger mittee, among many others. pointed as Chair, Elaine Brockmeier News, obituaries, aldermen. Following the conclusion and Julie Griffith to the Police Pen- And now Norris has been elected as the very first Chairwoman of the as Vice-chair, Todd Koller, Sarah Os- birth, engagement, of old business, Mayor Deanna De- sion Board along with Chief Haley as Board by the State Fair of Texas Board of Directors. When does she sleep, wald and Dick McClain as members. wedding & anniversary muzio thanked Beth Toon, Kim Hei- Chief of Police and Dan O’Brien as one might ask? To the Lake Recreation Commit- announcements, etc. gert and Randy Bilbruck for their City Attorney. To the Finance/Pub- “Well, the last six or seven years I’ve slowed down and focused my at- tee Doug Downey was appointed as 217-854-2534, Ext. 24 service before they left the meeting lic Lands Committee she appointed tention on the State Fair. Chair, Dick McClain as Vice-Chair, as aldermen. Replacing the former Sarah Oswald as Chair, Bill Link as “I got a scholarship for my first year and that’s what brought meto ©2018 Macoupin County Randy Ober, Todd Koller and Bill aldermen are Todd Koller serving Vice-chair, Cindy Campbell, Elaine Texas. It was affordable for me to go as an out-of-state student to Texas. Enquirer Democrat Link as members. Ward 1, Bill Link serving Ward 2 Brockmeier and Todd Koller as And I met husband at UC in Austin at the MBA program. I originally took and Dick McClain serving Ward 3. members. To the Public Works Com- The three were sworn in along with mittee she appointed William Link See MAYOR on page 9A See Norris on page 9A Can’t wait for Monday? Carlinville Family Health Care Conveniently located inside Carlinville Family Health Care 20613 N. Broad Street, Carlinville, IL At the South 217-854-3810 Entrance Walk-in Patient Clinic Walk-in weekend clinic for non-emergency medical care Open Saturday and Sunday 9am-3pm

2534 [email protected] News Driver airlifted after overturning semi in Shaw’s Point By JORDAN GRUCZA Enquirer Democrat Reporter Architectural Walking Tour to be On Monday morning at 9:27 a.m., held for historic Carlinville homes Daniel Bomkamp, 60, of Carlinville “A Walk Back in Time” Archi- suffered minor injuries as the wheels tectural Walking Tour Imagine! of his 2004 Peterbilt semi were Rural Arts, a non-profit organiza- sucked into a ditch due to a soft mud- tion part of Carlinville Winning dy shoulder on the right side of South Communities, is holding an archi- Atwater, 300 feet north of Bethel tectural walking tour in Carlinville Ridge Rd. in Shaw’s Point township. on June 8, 2019 from 2–4 pm. The Chief Deputy Quinn Reiher of the cost is $20 per person. Tickets Macoupin County Sheriff’s Depart- are available to purchase at four ment stated Bomkamp was driving Carlinville locations: Boente Shell southbound. East Station, Boente Shell West “The trailer got stuck and jumped Station, Carlinville Public Library a large culvert causing it to become Driver Daniel Blokamp was reported to be doing well after the acci- dent, sustaining minor injuries to the head and back. Enquirer Demo- and Cherry Tree Antiques located airborne,” said Reiher. “Then it crat photo by Jordan Grucza. on the square in Carlinville. Pro- slipped onto the passenger side, ceeds from the event will be used tractor and trailer, coming to a rest in cleaned up. protocol, I don’t think it was any- to fund the many events the orga- the roadway. The trailer was hauling “The driver was taken to a Spring- thing life-threatening.” nization holds throughout the year grain, which was spilled upon the field hospital via helicopter for head Reiher also stated that the trailer to bring fun and entertaining art roadway and the roadway was shut and back injuries,” said Reiher. “I was fully loaded, having just left the events to Carlinville and the sur- down for several hours while it was believe he’s fine, I believe it was just elevator. rounding area. This is an opportunity to dis- cover the enduring legacy of Carl- inville’s Historical Homes and the Pickup truck hits mail collection box distinct architectural styles that This home at 619 East Main Street, owned by Karl and Kim Warma, By JORDAN GRUCZA make them unique. This tour in- is one of six homes on the architectural walking tour on June 8. Enquirer Democrat Reporter cludes the following four historic homes and a complimentary hos- by A.L. Hoblit and his wife, Joie. ing areas. The main stairwell was According to Renee Sheedy at the pitality tent following the event: The exterior of the home reflects designed so the original owners’ Carlinville Post Office, a pickup truck 619 East Main Street. a stately symmetry with structures daughter could make an impres- hit the collection box outside of the Owners: Karl and Kim Warma that speak to Greek ideals of lofty sive entrance at her wedding in the building last Wednesday by a pickup Commissioned by Carlinville philosophies and the goals of a new parlor. Only seven families have truck. The police report was filed at businessman Adam Hoch and nation. The cornice work along lived in this home. It was reno- 5:20 a.m. Sheedy, a clerk and two po- completed in 1897, the house on the roofline matches the Macoupin vated in 2013-2014 to preserve lice officers gathered the mail that fell East Main St was known for years County Courthouse. The home’s and honor the vision of the builder. out of the collection box. as the Ruegg House, so named interior draws inspiration from 927 East First North Street. “All the mail that was collected was when the house passed from Adam the Arts and Crafts movement of Owners: Mitch and Rosemary wet,” said Sheedy. “We dried it out Hoch to his eldest daughter, then the early 1900’s. Mrs. Hoblit, a Clark before we sent it through processing.” to her younger sister, Emma Hoch trained artist, designed the stained The American Arts and Craft She also stated that no mail was lost. Ruegg. Emma and her husband glass seen throughout the home. Bungalow located at 927 East “If it is damaged beyond recogni- Fred raised their own family in She painted many of the portraits First North Street began con- tion, we send it to the Mail Recovery There are currently three other drop box locations in Carlinville avail- the big Victorian, ensuring that displayed on the walls, and com- struction in 1915. In 1917 Judge Center, the only entity allowed to han- able to use while the Carlinville Post Office awaits a temporary re- three generations of Hoch descen- missioned a dining room mural to Snell, his wife and two daughters dle open mail, and they find the recipi- placement. Enquirer Democrat photo by Jordan Grucza. dants called this beautiful house reflect a natural scene. The Genta moved in. Over the past 103 years ent that mailed it or forward it to the their home. Filled with the golden Family is the fourth generation to only three families have resided correspondent where it needs to go.” at US Bank on 240 E Main, the Driv- the M & M Service Company. There warmth of quarter-sawn oak floors live in this grand family home. there: the Snells, the Browns, and Sheedy also clarified that there are er’s License Exam Station on the Carl- are currently plans to set up a tempo- and woodwork, today’s owners 905 East First North Street. the Clarks. The house is typical of other collection boxes available to use inville Plaza, and one on N Chiles near rary box in place of the destroyed one. are just the fourth family to reside Owners: Dan and Dr. Julie the style — modern for its time, in house since it was built. Fleischer built around the concept of truth in 630 East Main Street. Built in the late 1890s by George materials, comfort, harmony with Owners: Peter and Charlene E Baker, manager of the St. Louis nature, practicality and openness. School district hosts solar meeting Genta Building Co., using elements of The house is original throughout. By Chris Best to receive electricity at $0.054/kWh or off that excess energy while the yet to The home at 630 East Main is Dutch Colonial and English Arts For more information call 217- Enquirer-Democrat Writer less. According to Schuchman, this re- be agreed upon power purchase agree- an excellent example of the Greek and Crafts architecture. Most of 556-9739 or 217-825-7831. Infor- sults in $27,000 of annual savings for ment is in effect. Revival style. The house was built the original woodwork is intact, mation about the tour will also be A public meeting was held Tuesday the next 20 years or more. This does not The inclusion of solar arrays on in 1868 by William and Carolyn with quarter-sawn oak through- available on the Imagine! Rural night in the Carlinville High School take into account the potential for rate the schools’ campuses will also allow Phelps, and remodeled in 1908 out the first floor and poplar and Arts Facebook Page. Tickets are cafeteria detailing a potential project increases, which would cause the sav- learning opportunities for students. In- into today’s Greek Revival style clear pine in the service and liv- limited. that could see solar arrays built and uti- ings to be even greater. stead of just reading about it in books, lized at the Intermediate, Primary and The District will be able to bank they will be able to see firsthand how Middle/High School campuses. some of the extra energy that is gener- solar energy is converted. According to Superintendent Dr. Becky Schuch- ated from the arrays, but it cannot sell Miller, they could potentially see in real man and Director of Sales for Solential the energy back to the grid due to an time how the arrays are being used and Energy, Corey Miller, hosted the meet- Illinois state law. This is where Solen- how much they are saving their school ing which aimed to inform the public tial Energy will receive some benefits in traditional power expenses. and gauge public opinion toward the from the deal, as they are able to sell See SOLAR on 6A utilization of solar arrays by the Carlin- ville School District. Schools operate during peak hours of sunlight, making solar a very cost ef- fective option. Though at this time, the District cannot afford to fund the solar arrays on its own, with the help of So- lential Energy they have applied for and were awarded Adjustable Block Program incentives through the Illinois Power Agency. This state-administered program, which was created to support the development of new solar energy generation in Illinois, provides incen- tives to investors like Solential Energy who pay for the arrays, while still al- lowing the school the benefits of solar energy. If an agreement is reached with Solential Energy, they would cover We have moved to a all the costs of installation and main- tenance for the arrays, which would new location in turn provide power for the District, lowering its energy costs and ecologi- cal footprint. 909 Broadway, Suite B Based on numbers obtained from re- cent power bills, the District currently Carlinville, IL 62626 pays, on average, about $0.08/kWh. The solar grant would allow the district

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What you DON’T know can cost you! lege Commencement was held at Manar also was the driving force Let us HELP you to AVOID the Macoupin County Courthouse. behind the successful movement Andy Manar is a state sena- to reform Illinois’ worst-in-the- unwanted mistakes! tor from Bunker Hill in southern nation school funding formula. Macoupin County. He represents Since he became a state senator, BUYING or SELLING ~ the 48th Senate District, which he has been a tireless advocate for we are what you NEED! stretches from the east side of fair and adequate school funding Springfield to Decatur in the north, that doesn’t treat students differ- spanning south into Christian and ently based on ZIP codes. In 2017, Andy Manar Rev. Jenny Hardin Montgomery counties and por- he and State Representative Will tions of Macoupin and northern Davis (D-Homewood) advanced and is a member of the second She served Blackburn College as Madison counties. a landmark school funding reform budget committee. In addition, he a chaplain intern from 2015 to Manar firstwas elected to the Il- measure in the General Assembly, is on the education, agriculture, 2017, providing opportunities for linois Senate in 2012. Before that and it was signed into law August labor and executive appointments worship and prayer, fellowship, he was Macoupin County Board 31. committees. and service to the campus com- chairman, mayor of Bunker Hill In addition to these priorities, Blackburn’s annual baccalaure- munity. Jenny was ordained to and a Bunker Hill city council- Manar continues to focus on is- ate service will be held at 8 p.m., the office of Minister of the Word man. He graduated from South- sues pertaining to the state bud- Friday, May 17, in Bothwell Audi- and Sacrament in the Presbyte- ern Illinois University Edwards- get, job creation, support for small torium on the Blackburn campus. rian Church (U.S.A.) in December ville with a degree in history with businesses, the opioid addiction This year’s baccalaureate speaker 2018, and she currently serves as teacher certification. crisis in Illinois and more. is Reverend Jenny Hardin. Jenny Associate Pastor of First Presby- Manar is a champion for fiscal He is chairman of one of the is a graduate of the University of terian Church in Stillwater, Okla- responsibility, bipartisan coopera- Senate’s two budget committees Dubuque Theological Seminary. homa. Alpha Tau learns about S.E.L.F. The Alpha Tau Chapter of The Delta Kappa Gamma Society Inter- national met in the community room of the Carlinville Area Hospital on Saturday, April 13. The guest speaker, Patrice Fraser, spoke to the group about the program S.E.L.F. which stands for “Seniors Enjoy Life Fully.” She explained how people who suffer from such things as depression, anxiety, lone- liness and many other problems are helped to a more productive happy life with this program. This is avail- Carolyn Broadhead able to seniors who are on Medicare and who live in Macoupin County or surrounding area. Following the program, Mary Ann Broadhead Pollitt conducted a memorial service for Dorothy Cordes who had been a Alpha Tau member Mary Ann Pollitt (right) presents a check to Patrice earns member of Alpha Tau since 1980. Fraser who had given the program on S.E.L.F. to the chapter. Patrice During the nearly forty years as said she will use the money to further the program which is held at achievement a member, Dorothy served as presi- the Carlinville Area Hospital. dent from 1988 to 1990 as well as many other positions within the lege students who will be awarded a linois) Convention in Decatur later award chapter. She was especially known grant of $500 each when they begin in April. All were urged to attend From April 26-28, the Illinois for making beautiful handmade their student teaching. They will be this event. Treasurer Jan Cloud ex- (Lambda) State Organization of greeting cards which were always in invited to attend a meeting in the fall plained the change in the date dues The Delta Kappa Gamma Society high demand at the chapter’s annual to receive the grant and will be in- are collected and mentioned that all International - an organization of auction. troduced to the membership at that information sent to the State or to In- key women educators - held its an- President Patricia Long conducted time. ternational is to be on the computer nual convention in Decatur. a brief business meeting after the There was some discussion on the now. At the Saturday Membership service. Jackie Klaus, chair of the upcoming program for Key Com- After adjournment, the members Luncheon, Carolyn Broadhead of Professional Affairs Committee, re- munity Leaders, and members were went to Tangled Vines, formerly Virden was presented with the or- ported on the selection of two col- reminded of the Lambda State (Il- Magnolias, for lunch and visiting. ganization’s Achievement Award, the highest honor that is bestowed once a year. Carlinville youth invited to register for summer reading program Broadhead has been a member of Alpha Tau Chapter (Macoupin by Tom Emery The first summer reading program Studies show that students who read County) since 1982. In addition session will be held each Thursday well, and enjoy reading, reach higher to serving as Alpha Tau’s commu- Carlinville youth from infants to third from June 6-20. A second session will success during their school years. In nications and publicity chair for grade are invited to register for the Carl- be offered each Thursday from July addition, reading skills are also shown decades, she has held several of- inville Public Library’s Summer Read- 11-25. to improve dramatically when students fices in both the chapter and state ing Program. This year’s program, “It’s The sessions will begin at 10 a.m. find that reading is fun. organization. Broadhead has also Showtime at Your Library,” will help for the library’s LapSit program, also The registration deadline for the served on a number of chapter, children improve their reading skills known as Story Time, for infants to Summer Reading Program is May state and international committees. while learning about art, dance, music, age four. A session for kindergarten and 17. Anyone wanting more informa- Additionally, Amy Gerdes and theater. Crafts and other hands-on first grade students will begin at 1 p.m., tion may visit the library at 510 North (Gillespie), Alpha Tau’s newest activities will also be offered to help en- with second-and third-graders having Broad Street in Carlinville, or call the member, was selected to sit at the courage learning and inquiry. their session at 2:15 p.m. library at 217-854-3505. luncheon’s head table as a repre- sentative of the first-time attend- Carlinville Moose Lodge ees. She was seated between an Cookies presented International Organization visitor as well as the incoming Illinois Mother’s Day Breakfast to schools for staff (Lambda) State President. Other members of Alpha Tau in Sunday, May 12th, 2019 appreciation week attendance were Michele Bertolino (Staunton), Jan Cloud (Gillespie), 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Palmyra American Legion Aux- Patricia Long (Gillespie) and Mary Adults $8.00 - ages 6-12 $4.00 - 5 & under eat free iliary Vice-President Linda Eades Ann Pollitt (Carlinville). presented Casey’s cookies to North- Mothers Eat Free! western High School and Northwest- ern Elementary School in honor of Education Staff Appreciation week. Subscribe ◄ Linda Eades, Palmyra American Legion Auxiliary Vice-President, Matt Phillip’s, district bookkeeper online! and Sandra VanBebber, bus driver enquirerdemocrat.com accepting the cookies at North- western Elementary School.

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Questions about the Editorial Page may be directed to the Newsroom, 217-854-2534, ext. 24. This week take time to honor a teacher Talk to us sion and skills to educating our children, dents attend school more regularly, earn THE ISSUE our future. This year’s theme is “Teach- better grades, enroll in higher level pro- It’s almost time to wrap up ers Are Out of This World.” The PTA Editorial grams, have higher graduation rates, and another school year. describes the symbolism behind the are more likely to enroll in post-secondary What are theme, crediting teachers for the impact selves, putting their heart and soul into education. OUR VIEW they have on the children who they are their students for nearly a year’s time. It So, how can one adequately begin to your fondest May provides the opportuni- entrusted to teach, noting their work ex- might be a boost of confidence for their thank a teacher? The NEA reports that ty to acknowledge teachers tends far beyond the boundaries of the students who really need it, or extra help teachers love personal notes. How simple when their students are struggling, or a Prom for making a difference. classroom. Indeed, many teachers in- is that gesture, but what a profound mean- spire a lifelong love of learning in their welcoming presence when everything ing it has to illustrate how the teacher has Teachers often change the lives of chil- students by playing such a pivotal role in else seems out of control. Often times, made a difference in one’s life. Consider Memories? dren every day, with their work extending their lives. teachers provide the stable presence that pairing the note with an apple or chocolate “One that stands out the far beyond the classroom, however it is We’d like to think most children re- some students are lacking due to a tumul- bar or other gift to show one’s appreciation. most was my Sophomore becoming increasingly more difficult to be year when prom happened spect teachers, however, many teachers tuous home life. The significance of the gesture will have a to fall on my birthday. As I a teacher. Unfunded state mandates, a lack would disagree with that statement. In According to the National Education profound meaning to that person who daily was getting ready, a surprise of respect by both students and parents, fact, many parents do not even respect Association (NEA), teachers work more gives of themselves to make a difference in delivery showed up consisting of a dozen roses with a Happy and threats of violence all seek to erode teachers. Thus, children learn this dis- than 52 hours per week, 30 hours on in- the lives of our students. Thank you to all Birthday note from my date. the profession. respectful behavior from their parents. struction and 22 hours on tasks like pre- our area teachers for making a difference He wanted to make sure my In 1984 the National Parent Teacher As- paring lessons and grading papers. Many birthday wasn’t forgotten in Indeed the old saying of the apple does for our students, and ultimately, a positive the hustle and bustle of prom sociation (PTA) decided to designate one not fall far from the tree bears repeating are also expected to take charge of extra- impact in our community. excitement.” week in May as a special time to honor here. curricular activities. When families are the men and women who lend their pas- engaged and partner with teachers, stu- –The Editorial Board -Melissa A. Fernandez Yet, teachers give freely of them- Macoupin County Enquirer-Democrat Marketing/Commu- nity Outreach Specialist, Carlinville Area Hospital

Working together “I married my Prom date, still together 37 years later.”

-Dan Hogan we are stronger Commercial Sales Victory Lane medical and mental health Dr. Julie service providers to deliver Murray-Jensen care not otherwise available Blackburn College President on campus. As much as the commu- ear Members of the nity supports Blackburn, we Carlinville Commu- too are always looking for nity, ways to support the good DAs the 17th president of work being done by vari- “Taking a party bus to Blackburn College, I have ous organizations, whether St. Louis my Senior year.” only served since January, it is hosting weekly Rotary -Lacy Barkley but it is long enough for me luncheons, or the Summer Director of First to say how fortunate I am to Repertory Theater. Addition- Impressions be a member of the Carlin- ally, I am pleased to see how Wall Street Financial Group ville community! Since my many of the faculty and staff, family and I arrived every- on their own initiative, give one we have met has gone back to the community by out of their way to make us volunteering at places like feel that we belong, and that the Carlinville Lions Club, we are welcome. Moving the Illinois Valley Economic from Klamath Falls, Oregon Development Corporation in to here has been a big tran- Gillespie, various churches, Harold sition for our family, but so and other organizations. ?? Trivia “My best Prom memories are ? Strangeman at the Drive-in.” many of you have helped to I have also learned that, make it a smooth and pleasant while Blackburn alumni span -Rick Stewart one. I want to say thank you the globe, the single largest Is Mother’s Day trivia? In the 1. Who established the first of- 4. What individual said the fol- Store Manager Sievers for that, and also how grate- concentration of them is right sense that it recognizes small ficial Mother’s Day in the U.S. lowing? “All that I am or hope to ful we are to be here. All of here in Macoupin county, just pieces of information. Overall which was in the state of West be, I owe to my angel mother.” us look forward to the years over 600. That is ten percent though it is a very significant Virginia? 5. What individual said the fol- ahead and the new friends we of our alumni base! It is little day of recognition. Among the 2. What President issued a lowing? “God could not be ev- will make. wonder that there is so much important mother’s that come to Presidential Proclamation estab- erywhere and so he made moth- One thing that strikes me support from the community my mind are the following: Eva, lishing the first National Moth- ers.” most about Carlinville and and so much positive interac- Caroline, Marilyn and Cari. Let er’s Day? 6. What flower symbolizes the surrounding communi- tion with Blackburn. us look at the development of 3. In 1934 a President ap- Mother’s Day? ties, aside from the warm An excellent example of Mother’s Day. proved a stamp commemorating For the answers, visit “opinion” hospitality, is how much sup- this is the degree to which Mother’s Day Trivia Mother’s Day. Who? tab on enquirerdemocrat.com. port there is for Blackburn local alumni and donors sup- “Washing my Dad’s fancy car so I could take it to prom.” College in general, and for port the Macoupin Promise Blackburn students in par- program. This initiative pro- -Scott Kufa ticular. I was delighted to vides free tuition for quali- Kufa & Son attend the recent Macoupin fying families in Macoupin County Scholarship Dinner county and is a real testa- and Auction where I wit- ment, not only to how much nessed an outpouring of gen- the community values higher Become a member of our erosity in support of area stu- education, but also to the dents who attend Blackburn. value we have in common of I was pleased to learn that making that education as af- this event has been going on fordable as possible. That is Write Team for over a quarter of a cen- a form of partnership that is “All the valuable memories I tury! That is terrific, and I am truly changing lives for the The Enquirer-Democrat Write Team is your spent with my friends.” grateful that we have partners better. chance to tell our readers what’s on your mind -Shayla Grosenheider in the community who care This is all wonderful news Assistant Vice President about Blackburn’s students as to me, because one thing I as a guest columnist on our editorial page. Bank & Trust much as we do. look forward to doing in the Carlinville Partnership is an idea that years ahead is finding even Write Team members can come from all has always been important to more ways that Blackburn walks of life! Everyone has a story to tell or me, and so I was excited to can serve the community an issue they feel strongly about. learn that there are already through lasting partnerships. so many ways Blackburn and This is a wonderful time to the surrounding communi- be at Blackburn, and there Please send a short background about your- ties are working together for are many new changes and self, why you want to be on our team, a sam- mutual benefit. In addition initiatives being planned. 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May 1, 1969 Kelli Chasteen was named loan Carlinville High School FFA officer at Carlinville National members Larry Beanblossom and Bank. She had been employed Terry Eichen won state awards with the bank for 18 years. at the annual FFA Awards Day in At an awards banquet held in Urbana-Champaign. Nice, France, Maco Construction Having a successful season for Company was honored by Chief the Blackburn Beavers' track team Industries, Inc. for selling another Copper Charles Buie sells his handmade buckets at the Macoupin County Historical Society were Greg Heinz in the pole vault million dollars in steel. Strawberry Festival May 29, 2011. and Mik Selvo in the high hurdles Ladies’ Tuesday Night Bowling and discus, both CHS graduates. League first-place winners were George's Red & White Market the team of Lori Clearwater, Peggy on North High Street offered 6 Jett, Jodi Bishop, Cecilia Pitchford packs of 16 ounce R.C. Cola for 49 and Micki Baker. cents plus deposit. April 30, 2009 May 3, 1979 Jennifer Costello was crowned Carol Eichen, daughter of Mr. 2009 Miss Carlinville. Hannah and Mrs Charles Eichen of Carlin- Rufatto was crowned Junior Miss ville, was named the winner of the Carlinville and Braylee Gilmore 1979 DeKalb Agricultural Accom- was crowned Little Miss Carlin- plishment Award. ville. Senator Vince Demuzio was try- The Illinois Department of Nat- ing to get a law passed to help with ural Resourses announced that low-interest mortgage loans to citi- Elise Ratcliff of Carlinville re- zens of small Illinois communities. ceived third place in the statewide Some Carlinville Lake history... Illinois Arbor Day Poster Contest. On January 7, 1937, Mayor E. A. The Enquirer-Democrat was Ibbetson proposed the issue to pur- voted the best weekly newspaper chase land in the Honey Creek area by the Southern Illinois Edito- and construct a reservoir and dam rial Association Better Newspaper to supply Carlinville with clear and Contest. The newspaper accepted pure drinking water. On August 10, the First Place General Excellence 1939 the project was completed. Award which equates to superior May 4, 1989 performance in the contest’s seven The Old Homestead Store was competing categories. open at the Carlinville Plaza, serv- May 1, 2014 ing hot Italian roast beef. They Cherry’s IGA in Girard departed were only open one day each year from a 106 year old family-owned and the proceeds are used by the business. The grocery store will Rotary President Glen Krupica and Rotarian Brent Cain meet with Adriann Welte and Jay Rosentreter, Carlinville Seniors. The students re- Hospital Auxiliary to purchase now be County Market. ceived the Carlinville Rotary Club Youth Merit Award for their citizenship demonstrated through community service and leadership. needed items for the hospital that The Heinz Furniture bowling will benefit the community. team won first place at the annual The Goodyear Tire and Rubber Carlinville Elks Bowling League. Two Carlinville students receive Rotary Youth Merit awards Company opened a new tire center The team members were: Butch Rotary Youth Merit awards were ann Welte and Jay Rosentreter. Ro- based on service in the community, ann is the daughter of Leann and in Carlinville with a unique new Schaefer, Wayne Wiltshire, Mike presented on Thursday to two Carl- tarian Brent Cain presented Adriann and both students are very involved Dave Barr and Jay is the son of concept. The will be a 24-hour Collier, Michael Klaus, Scott Kufa inville High School seniors—Adri- and Jay a $250 check. This award is in the Carlinville community. Adri- Melanie and PJ Rosentreter. emergency tire repair and replace- and Jim Ashworth. The team fin- ment service for farmers and com- ished with a record of 81-31, win- mercial truckers. ning 72.3 percent of its games. Mickey Gilley and Patty Love- The first place winners at the less will appear at the Macoupin Summer Repertory Theatre Trivia County Fair in July. Night was: Lori Reiher, Karen April 29, 1999 Rutherford, Annette Bellm. Jim The Carlinville Community Bellm, Mitchell Armour, Marilyn Chamber of Commerce named Kallal, Bob Reiher, Darrell Ruth- Sen. Vince Demuzio Citizen of the erford, Dan Kallal and Todd Ar- Year. mour.

Students in Tell ‘em you the news saw it in the MCED! Harmony Miller, from Virden, who is majoring in Spanish and international studies at Monmouth College, was recently inducted into Sigma Delta Pi, the national collegiate Hispanic honor society.

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Thursday, MAY 9, 2019 Macoupin County Enquirer~Democrat 5A Business Consolidating accounts leads Carlinville Plaza Café opens coffee shop to clear financial strategy By JACKSON WILSON Michael D Hadley, vestment strategy, one that can help Enquirer Democrat Reporter Macoupin County Business Spotlight CFP® you in the following ways: Financial Advisor Diversification – If you own sev- A new coffee shop now comple- 300 W Main St eral different financial accounts, ments the Carlinville Plaza Café in Carlinville, IL including IRAs, 401(k)s and online a space adjoining the café. In addi- 217-854-4366 accounts, you might have many tion to providing the choice of din- [email protected] similar investments within them. ing at the Plaza Cafe, owners Jim You might even own a cash-value and Gaye Suhling have connected None of us can completely con- insurance policy containing invest- the restaurant with a new next-door trol all the things that happen to us. ments that closely track the ones coffee shop as of March 27. Yet, when it comes to achieving you have in the other accounts. This “The room was empty, and we your long-term financial goals, in- type of duplication can be harm- were paying rent on it. We were cluding a comfortable retirement, ful, because if a market downturn wondering what to do with this and you do have a great deal of pow- primarily affects one type of asset, our daughter recommended that we er – as long as you follow a clear, and your portfolio is dominated by open a coffee shop. I knew nothing well-defined financialstrategy. And that asset or similar ones, you could about coffee with the exception of one way to help build and maintain take a big hit. But if you have all the drinks that she got at Starbucks such a strategy is by consolidating your investments in the same place, for ten dollars apiece. So, we did your financial accounts. a financial professional can review some research, talked to some oth- Over the course of their lives, your holdings and recommend ap- er coffee vendors and I also had a many people pick up a variety of propriate ways to diversify your great friend that helped me to build financial accounts from multiple investment dollars. (Be aware, this. I have to give all the glory to sources. They might have a few though, that while diversification God because he helped me to pave IRAs from different providers, a can reduce the impact of market my path in making this happen,” couple of old 401(k) plans from volatility on your portfolio, it can’t praised J. Suhling. past employers, an insurance poli- guarantee profits or protect against “The community has been ex- cy (or two) purchased many years all losses.) tremely good to us. I remember ago, and a scattershot of stocks, Staying on track – With all your somebody in Gillespie telling me Jim and Gaye Suhling were both inspired by their daughter, Liz Luper, to open a brand new coffee shop bonds, certificates of deposit and accounts in one place, you’ll find that we’ll never make it because next door to the iconic Carlinville Plaza Cafe. Enquirer Democrat Photo by Jackson Wilson. other investments. it easier to keep the big picture in we weren’t from Carlinville. But, If this picture describes your mind and make the moves neces- guess what? We did make it,” said situation, you may want to think sary to help you progress toward G. Suhling. Address: 170 Carlinville Plaza Faceboook: @CarlinvillePlazaCafe Carlinville, IL, 62626 Hours: Daily from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. during the about consolidating. For one thing, your financial goals. Two main ac- When it comes to providing cus- tions include buying or selling in- Phone: (217) 854-6208 week and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the weekends. having a variety of accounts can tomers with an endless variety of run up a lot of fees. Furthermore, vestments and adjusting your port- options, the Suhlings are taking you’ll have lots of paperwork to folio to make it more aggressive or pride in boosting their reputation ucts from nearby businesses. Some Artwork is also becoming a big- teamwork to make the dream work. keep track of all your accounts, conservative, depending on your over the top. The new Plaza Cafe examples include B & K Bakery ger hit in Carlinville with Deb’s “I share every business in town including several different tax situation. branch already has over ten flavors pastries from Mt. Olive, Yoplait Ceramics in the Carlinville Plaza. on my Facebook page even if it is statements. Plus, just by having so Avoiding mistakes – If you own of smoothies, 30 flavors for cof- yogurt and Prairie Farms milk. Fur- Some creations have already been another restaurant. If it is another many accounts, you risk forgetting several separate accounts, you fee, multiple iced drinks, as well thermore, there are more possibili- provided for the restaurant, but restaurant I say that it is another about some of them – and if you could see a loss in one or more of as macchiatos, mochas, cappucci- ties looming on the horizon with this is just the beginning. The Suh- great place to eat in Carlinville be- don’t think you’d ever forget about them and overreact by selling in- nos, chai tea lattes, white expres- summer coming up. These include lings are inviting customers to help cause we’re all in this together,” your own money, consider this: vestments that could still be valu- sos, hot chocolate and much more. the selling of milkshakes and the with future projects, such as paint- stated G. Suhling. Well over $40 billion in unclaimed able to you. But with a consolidated Whipped cream toppings are also installation of outside patio furni- ing their own tiles to be placed all The Carlinville Plaza Cafe is lo- cash and property, including 401(k) investment platform, you can see available - both regular and sugar- ture. around the bar. cated at 170 Carlinville Plaza. The s, pensions and IRAs, is awaiting more clearly that the impact of a free. “If we don’t have it, we will get In addition to running their own coffee shop is open daily from 7 return to the rightful owners, ac- loss may be small, relative to the Additionally, the Suhlings coop- it and let you know when we are business, the Suhlings are proud a.m. to 2 p.m. during the week and cording to the National Association rest of your holdings. erate with and purchase fresh prod- ready,” said J. Suhling. to serve the community by using 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the weekends. of Unclaimed Property Administra- As we’ve seen, consolidating tors. your investment accounts with a But beyond reducing your pos- single provider can have several sible fees, paperwork and potential advantages. So think carefully for lost assets, consolidating your about bringing everything together accounts with one provider can – you may find that there’s strength Country Financial supports local give you a centralized, unifying in- in unity. fire departments with donation Inordinate number of Country Financial Representatives Illinois officers struck in Chris Berger and Steve O’Dell have officially declared the Girard, Virden and Auburn Fire Departments as 2019 violations of Scott’s Law 2019 recipients for Operation Help- By JORDAN GRUCZA reduce speed to avoid collision, ing Heroes. Berger and O’Dell pre- Enquirer Democrat Reporter and 28% were due to improper sented the donations to each fire chief lane usage. on Saturday, Apr. 27 at the Virden Sixteen officers have been In regard to the possibility of Firehouse, located on Route 4. The struck while on patrol and while texting drivers being a contribu- donations, totaling $4,500 ($1,500 their vehicle lights activated. tor, Watson affirmed that it is for each department), will be used to These are violations of Scott’s still a definite problem. help fund rescue vehicles, equipment Law, also known as the Move “When you look at Illinois and personal protective gear. Over Law. This law states that law, it covers distractions from “Our volunteer firefighters are our when an emergency vehicle is a sense of holding a cell phone,” friends, family and neighbors who pulled over with its lights acti- said Watson. “But there have get the calls at 2 a.m to assist our vated, motorists must move to been multiple, multiple studies communities in extremely danger- an adjacent lane or slow down out there citing the fact that the ous situations. A lot of these folks and pass with caution. These ve- act of holding a cell phone is not have full-time jobs, a mortgage and a hicles include law enforcement the issue, it’s what the conver- family to raise,” said O’Dell. “Their vehicles, fire trucks, construc- sation or the activity is taking efforts are a selfless, heroic act that tion vehicles or any vehicle ex- out of your brain that’s the true should command our appreciation periencing an emergency on the issue. So even though you’re in and respect. Country Financial is road with their hazard lights on. compliance with the law being proud to support our first respond- Sergeant Christopher Watson hands-free connected, you still ers, active duty military and veterans of the ISP confirmed that 16 of- have the distraction and that is through Operation Helping Heroes Pictured from left to right are Bruce Fairfull, Virden Fire Chief; Steve O’Dell, Country Financial Represen- ficers is an abnormal number of what’s causing the problem. So donations in the communities we tative; Eric Lancaster, Girard Fire Chief; Joe Powell, Auburn Fire Chief and Chris Berger, Country Finan- officers for a three-month time again, we look at it from the serve.” cial Representative. Photo provided. period. “To put that in perspec- perspective of choice because if In 2019, Country Financial and tive, last year we had a total of you’re adjusting the radio sta- members. throughout the United States and of- business, farm and life insurance to its representatives have already pro- eight,” said Watson. “And here tion or GPS or eating a sand- Country Financial serves about fers a full range of financial prod- retirement planning services, invest- vided more than $600,000 in dona- we are in early May and we’re wich while you’re driving down one million households or businesses ucts and services from auto, home, ment management and annuities. tions to first responders and service up to 16. There are a lot of things the road, while none of those contributing to these, there is no things are illegal, they are still one specific cause, so it’s diffi- poor choices. SOLAR cult for us to say this is what’s One point Watson likes to il- (Continued from 2A) causing this and we need to at- lustrate is a juxtaposition of The only significant drawback to systems require plots of land as large tions are currently unused. There is always potential that any part tack that. So we’re looking at “Honey, what’s for dinner?” the project seems to be the amount as three acres which are out of range of The solar arrays would all be south could last longer warrantied time- it more from a choices perspec- versus “Honey, I’m pregnant.” of land which it will require. The ar- interference with potential expansions facing and surrounded by 6-8 ft. of frame, but while under warranty, any tive, in sort of an all-encom- “One of these conversations rays will need to take up a significant or modifications to the buildings in the fencing with barbed wire on the top. part that is damaged or stops working passing manner. What choices doesn’t take a whole lot out of portion of land in order to meet the future. Though the solar panels themselves would be replaced at no cost to the are drivers making that can en- you,” said Watson. “While the District’s energy needs. The terms of The proposed arrays at the Pri- are not dangerous to touch, they area District. sure that all roadway users can other is absorbing your brain’s the grant require that each system of mary School would be located in the is considered a power station and The Carlinville School District has go home safely? It propagates a ability to focus on the primary solar arrays connect to only one me- southeast corner of the property and grabbing a power line would be very provided more information on the message of safety for all.” task of driving. That conversa- ter, meaning that extra power cannot take up approximately 2-2.5 acres, the dangerous. potential project which can be found In an effort to spread this mes- tion would be best had off on be shared between buildings, and each proposed Intermediate School arrays The systems have three main com- on their website, www.cusd1.com, un- sage of safety, the ISP recently an exit ramp or a safe location, building will require its own solar sys- would be located on the strip of land ponents: the panels which absorb der the “About” tab under the head- produced, in partnership with instead of trying to multi-task, tem. Additionally, the solar arrays between the parking lot and the bus the solar energy, the racking which ing “Solar Array.” There will also be WREX in Rockford, a 30-sec- because as humans we’re not ca- cannot be located on top of the build- garage, and the proposed Middle/High supports the panels and the inverters information posted on social media ond PSA available to watch on pable of doing that efficiently.” ings due to the issues this would cause School arrays would be located on a 3 which make the energy usable for the where feedback is welcomed. Those YouTube regarding Scott’s Law. As of now there have been no for future roof replacement and for acre strip north of the High School’s consumer. The racking and the invert- with more questions can contact Watson stated that 28% of reported violations of Scott’s current heating and cooling structures current Ag plot and northwest of the ers both have 20 year warranties while Schuchman at 854-9823 or via email the incidents were DUIs, 28% Law in Macoupin County in on the roofs. Instead, the proposed baseball field. All three of these loca- the panel warranties are for 25 years. at [email protected]. snow-related, 36% failures to 2019.

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St. John’s Hospital in active member of Cross cer on Thursday, May 2, ing been partner/owner a lengthy struggle with Throughout his physi- Springfield, surround- Church of Carlinville 2019, at 10:26 a.m. of the Daley Bruck- vision problems, a cal challenges, Ken ed by his family. and the Carlinville He was born June ert new car dealer- rare form of cancer, acted with good hu- Len was born on Moose Lodge. 5, 1944, in Litch- ships in Gillespie, and resultant heart mor, stubborn in- December 9, 1946, Len was pre- field, IL to Harry Staunton and Carl- disease. dependence, and to Len Sr. and ceded in death Bruckert and inville. Ken was born optimism, re- Agnes (Pruitt) by his parents; a Catherine (Mus- Denny was in Litchfield, Il- cently preparing Thacker in Litch- great grandchild, grove) Bruckert. preceded in death linois, on June 11, vegetable seeds field and attended Kelby Garner; He married Su- by his mother, 1939, to Clarence for his extensive Litchfield High and a sister, Shir- san (Briskovich) Catherine (Mus- Henry Cordum garden and plan- School. On No- ley Zenner. Bruckert on March grove) Bruckert, and Kathryn L. ning a fish fry for vember 13, 1971, Len is survived 20, 1999. birth father, Harry (Callans) Cordum. his colleagues at he married Sandra by his wife, Sandy Denny graduated Bruckert, step-fa- He married Judith the Gillespie food Kay Schmidt in Litch- Thacker of Carlin- from Bunker Hill ther, Albert Bruckert, Schmutzler on Febru- pantry. field. ville; son, Len Thacker, High School with the and first wife, Peaches ary 5, 1966, in a chapel Ken will be remem- Len worked for Laclede III of Carlinville; daugh- class of 1962. While in (Stankoven) Bruckert. in West Plains, Missouri, bered for his humor, love Steel for 27 1/2 years in Alton. He ter, Samantha (Monty) Mock of high school he excelled and loved He is survived by his spouse, where she lived. of cooking, bartering, and bargain- served the steel mill as a forklift Carlinville; six grandchildren, baseball and basketball. He was Susan Bruckert; children, Shanna They settled in Gillespie where ing, but most of all for his love of operator, and later became an ex- Cyleah Thacker, Danielle Thack- drafted to play baseball for the Michelle Bruckert, Brandy Lea they raised their two children, Terry family. Together he and Judy were peditor, until closing in 2003. Af- er, Brittany (Alex) Dunn, Alex- Pittsburgh Pirates, but declined, Bruckert (Daniel Fisher), Shelly and Susan. The family spent many devoted to family and took great ter Laclede closed, Len worked for ander Mock, Christopher Mock, and was an Illinois All State bas- Alepra (Matt), and Alan Young happy hours on their rural property pride and pleasure in the compa- Truss/Slater in Virden from 2003- Samuel Mock; five great grand- ketball player. Denny was very (Kelley); grandchildren, Dominic where they maintained a productive ny and accomplishments of their 2006. He was then employed with children, Gracin Thacker, Raylie proud of his United States Navy Alepra, Isabella Alepra, Marcus orchard, raised exotic cattle, and children, their spouses, and their Garrison Lumber Co. in Virden, Garner, Addison Dunn, Kinley service and spent over two and a Young and Ashley Young; sib- fished and swam in their small lake. grandchildren. working as a yard man from 2006- Dunn, Oliver Dunn; sister, Patsy half years in Vietnam being there lings, Ronald Bruckert (Ginny), Ken’s father Clarence operated a Ken was preceded in death his 2011. (Kent) Sturgeon of California, as over three Christmas holidays. and Carol Zakrewski (Gary); half- grocery business, which Ken even- wife Judy, after her own valiant Len always made time to help well as several nieces and neph- Denny was a member of the VFW brother, Bob Bruckert; half-sister tually took over. He also served in struggle with multiple forms of his friends and family. He always ews including Gary (Cathy) Ze- Post 4547 of Gillespie. Candy Bruckert; as well as nieces, the Army National Guard. Ken was cancer; parents; step mother, Ev- had a creative solution to any prob- nner of Oklahoma. Denny’s passion was fastpitch nephews, great nieces, great neph- well-known in the Gillespie area elyn (Zelmer) Cordum; spouse; lem you could have. He enjoyed A memorial service will be held softball and St. Louis Cardinals ews and cousins. as a grocer, bank board member, and sister Judith K. Wood. He is teaching his children, grandchil- at a later date. baseball. Denny loved all sports. Friends may call on Monday, investor in radio stations, and later survived by children Terry Cordum dren, and great-grandchildren new Memorials are suggested to Carl- His fastpitch softball teams won May 13, 2019, at Kravanya Funer- insurance agent for Prudential. He (Shelly) of Alton, and Susan (Pete) things, whether it was how to use inville Cross Church-Cross Kidz. many international and national al Home in Gillespie from 4 p.m. and his family were active at Gil- Stromsland of Gillespie; grand- tools, mow the grass, shoot a gun, Online condolences can be given championships, but his proudest until 8 p.m. lespie’s Zion Lutheran Church children Katie (Kathryn) Stroms- play cards or countless others. Len at www.davisandersonfuneralhome. accomplishment in softball was Funeral services are Tuesday, and later at First United Methodist land of Forest Park, and Jason also loved to share stories about lo- com. being the head coach of the Unit- May 14, 2019, at 11 a.m. at Kra- Church, where he was an integral Stromsland of Key Largo, FL; and cal history and his past adventures. Davis-Anderson Funeral Home, ed States Men’s National Fast- vanya Funeral Home, Gillespie, part of its monthly Harvest Feast. brother, Ronald (Carol) Cordum of He loved every moment he got to Carlinville is assisting the Thacker pitch Softball team. He worked with Pastor Brian Holle officiating. He was also had a leadership role Tiskilwa. spend with his family. Other activi- family. hard to teach and encourage his Burial will be at Gillespie Cem- in the Gillespie Kiwanis Club and Funeral services were at First players to do their best and to etery. Memorials are suggested to later the Community Service Club. United Methodist Church in Gil- always represent their country USA Softball Legacy Club or Illi- After retirement, Ken assumed lespie on Sunday, May 5. William D. Martin in the best possible way. Den- nois Valley EDC of Gillespie. an active leadership role with the Memorials may be made to the ny’s second proudest sports mo- Anyone wishing to send an on- Gillespie area food pantry, man- Caring Center, Gillespie First Unit- William D. Martin, 89, of Gil- Pat Dillard of Gillespie, and Diana ment was being able to teach his line condolence may do so at www. aging acquisition and distribution ed Methodist Church, or charity of lespie, IL, died at his residence on Durbin of Gillespie; cousins, Jim grandson Dominic the basics of kravanyafuneral.com. of food. He was also a member donor’s choice. Thursday, May 2, 2019 at Hill of AZ, and Marjorie baseball at a very early age and Kravanya Funeral Home is in of the Area Agency on Aging. He To leave condolences, please 1:33pm. He was born O’Connor of Chicago. to coach his little league teams charge of the arrangements. stayed busy at home with his large visit www.kravanyafuneral.com. December 1, 1929, Friends may call on in Gillespie, IL to Saturday, May 11, Albert D. Martin 2019, at SS Simon Donald Lee Johnson Doris E. Svoboda & Eula (Halpin) & Jude Church in Martin. Gillespie from Donald Lee Johnson, 86, of and Deanna (Gary) Thomae of Doris Elaine Svoboda, 87, of friendships. She was a bookkeep- He married 9:30 a.m until 11 Woodburn passed away at 9 p.m. Shipman; three sons Alan (Lin- Sonora, CA, passed away Sun- er for several small businesses. Joan (Shuey) a.m. Memorial on Thursday May 2, 2019, da) Johnson of OH, Don- day, March 31, 2019, at the Doris and her husband Alpi Martin on mass will be Sat- at Eunice Smith Rehab ald (Rhonda) Johnson Avalon Care Center in moved about the coun- October 6, 1972 urday, May 11, Center in Alton. of NC, and Carl Sonora, CA. She was try as he pursued an in Gillespie; she 2019, at 11 a.m. He was born on (Terri) Johnson of born on Sunday, automotive engi- preceded him in at SS Simon and February 28, 1933, NC; sister Lavon November 8th, neering career. death on June 6, Jude Church, Gil- in Thebes, the son Logsdon; brother 1931, in Palmyra, They lived in 2016. lespie, with Father of the late Doss Dorville (Zelda) IL, a daughter of Litchfield, De- He was retired opera- Michael Haag officiat- and Lela (Taylor) Johnson; nine- Hugh and Emma catur, Hartford, tor for Gillespie City Water ing. Johnson. teen grandchil- Inez Harding. WI, suburban Plant. William was a member of Burial will be Holy Cross Cem- Donald mar- dren, several She married Chicago, and the VFW Post 4547 of Gillespie. etery, Gillespie. Memorials are ried Mary Elaine great grandchil- Edward John finally settling William was preceded in death suggested to Gillespie Public Li- Tufts on July 19, dren, nieces, Svoboda of White in Sonora, CA. by his parents and spouse. brary. 1968, in Reno, NV. nephews and ex- City on April 8, They had three He is survived by his step Anyone wishing to send an She preceded him in tended family who 1950; he preceded children, David grandson, Thomas Alpi; step online condolence may do so at death on January 12, will miss him dearly. her in death. Svoboda, who died great grandson, Bryce Alpi; sis- www.kravanyafuneral.com. 2010. Visitation will be She was raised in in infancy, Steven Svo- ters in laws, Alberta Quirk of Jer- Kravanya Funeral Home is in He was the owner of held on Monday May 6, Carlinville, IL, attend- boda and Anne Skurkis of seyville, Daisy Spendlove of UT, charge of the arrangements. Woodburn Country Store. Donald 2019, from 9 a.m. until the time of ing grade school and high school Plainfield. was a veteran of The United States funeral service at 11 a.m. at An- there, graduating from Carlinville She was preceded in death by Navy and served our Country dur- derson Family Funeral Home in High School in 1949. During her her parents; brother Tom Hard- Mary Ann Steward ing the Korean War and Vietnam Brighton. teenage years, Doris was a Girl ing; her sons David and Steven; War. Burial will follow at Woodburn Scout and was actively involved and her husband Edward. She is Mary Ann Steward, 81, of Wil- tchfield, and Charles E. (Tammy) In addition to his wife, Mary, Cemetery. with the Methodist Youth Fellow- survived by her daughter Anne sonville, died at her residence Steward of Medora; 12 grandchildren and parents, Doss and Lela, he Memorial may be made to ship. She was a talented pianist Skurkis; a brother-in-law James on Sunday, May 5, 2019, and 25 great grandchildren. was preceded in death by two sons Christ Life Church to go towards and she enjoyed genealogy, trav- Svoboda of Longmont, CO; and a at 11:39 p.m. She was Mary Ann was pre- Paul and David Johnson; three missions funds. eling and baking. Some of her daughter-in-law Melissa Svoboda born October 1, 1937, ceded in death by her brothers and two sisters. Online information and guest- favorite memories were while of Twain Harte, CA. in Brighton, to John parents; step par- He is survived by two daugh- book may be found at www.ander- attending Women’s Aglow Fel- Remains have been cremated. Hohnsbehn & Jean- ents; spouse; son; ters Janet (Randy) Riels of FL sonfamilyfuneral.com. lowship where she made lifelong No public service will be held. netta F. (Bennett) George Steward; Hohnsbehn. granddaughter, She married June Ann Leet- James A. Steward ham; great grand- Sr. on September daughter, Lexee 17, 1954, in Indi- Farmer; 4 broth- ana. He preceded ers and 2 sisters. her in death on De- Funeral services cember 19, 2000. are Thursday, May Mary Ann was 9, 2019, at 10 a.m. raised by her step par- at Kravanya Funeral ents, Eugene and Mary Home, Gillespie. Pankey. She was a homemaker. Burial will be at Gillespie Cem- Mary Ann was a member of the etery. Memorials are suggested to Salvation Army and Salvation Salvation Army or Celtic Hospice. Army Church. Anyone wishing to send an online She is survived by her children, condolence may do so at www.kra- Pamlia Steward of Gillespie, James vanyafuneral.com. A. (Leslie) Steward Jr. of Alton, Kravanya Funeral Home, Gil- Margaret A. (Wesley) Zumwalt of lespie, is in charge of the arrange- Wilsonville, Shirley Steward of Li- ments. Visit our website: enquirerdemocrat.com

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Thursday, MAY 9, 2019 Macoupin County Enquirer~Democrat 7A MAY Calendar of events 28 Meetings inville, noon. Free entry and prizes. Free Blood Pressure Screen- Thursday, May 9 Friday, May 10 Wed., May 15 ings: Carlinville Senior Citizens Veterans Assistance Commis- Bingo: Carlinville Senior Citizens Center, 213 North East Street, Carl- Rotary Club Meeting: Demuzio Center Dining Room, noon. sion to Provide Assistance: Ameri- Saturday, May 18 Center, 213 North East Street, Carl- Eagarville Vendor Festival: 10 inville, 11 a.m. Living Free - Celebrate Recovery: Cross Church, Staunton can Legion Hall, Bunker Hill, 9-11:30 inville, noon. Free entry and prizes. a.m.-4 p.m. For info, contact Lou- Campus, 7 p.m. a.m. To help veterans and their fami- ise McAllister at (217) 710-4199 or Friday, May 24 lies with claim work and assistance. Civil War Round Table: Girard Public Library, 7 p.m. Saturday, May 11 [email protected]. Bingo: Carlinville Senior Citizens Build Benld Craft Fair and Flea Center, 213 North East Street, Carl- Friday, May 10

Market: Benld Civic Center 205 E. Thursday, May 16 Sunday, May 19 inville, noon. Free entry and prizes. AA Sobriety Society: St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 8 p.m. Central Street, Benld, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Noah’s Art and Creation Mu- Charity Baptist Church Trivia RELAX meeting: Cross Church, 1030 W. Main St., Carlinville, seum Trip: Free United Method- A Very Square Affair - Com- Night: Charity Baptist Church, Saturday, May 25 5:30-7:30 p.m. munity Square Dance: Gillespie ist Church, Gillespie. For more in- 21964 Charity Church Road, Carl- formation call Bob 217-313-3317. Master Gardeners to host one Civic Center, 115 Macoupin Street, inville, 5 p.m. All proceeds go Sunday, May 12 Three day trip May 16-18. day Plant Sale: Macoupin County Gillespie, 7-9 p.m. Music by Three to Pathfinders Youth on Mission AA Sobriety Society: St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 7 p.m. Veterans Assistance Commis- Group. To reserve a table or for Historical Society Spring Festival, Crooked Men. Free admission and Boy Scout Troop 63: Carlinville United Methodist Church sion to Provide Assistance: Gi- more information call 217-854- 920 W. Breckenridge, Carlinville, 9 no partner needed. Presented by rard City Hall, Girard, 9-11:30 a.m. 8763. a.m.-1 p.m. basement, 7 p.m. the City of Gillespie. To help veterans and their families Macoupin County Historical So- Monday, May 13 Camerer Knives Open Shop with claim work and assistance. Wed., May 22 ciety Spring Festival: Macoupin Life Recovery: St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 415 South Broad, Event: 3766 Rockbridge Road, County Historical Society Spring Chesterfield, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Host- CPR Classes: Carlinville Area open meeting, 7 p.m. Friday, May 17 Hospital, 20733 N Broad Street, Festival, 920 W. Breckenridge, Carl- ed by hit TV show Forged In Fire Living Free - Celebrate Recovery: Cross Church, Carlinville Bingo: Carlinville Senior Citizens Carlinville, Conference Room A, 7 inville, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Craft show, toy Champion Craig Camerer. Dem- Center, 213 North East Street, Carl- a.m. and 6 p.m. show, antique tractors, blacksmith Campus, 1030 W. Main, 7 p.m. onstration throughout the day and shop and mansion tours. Free park- Farm Bureau Women’s Committee: Farm Bureau, 1:30 p.m. food vendors. Featured event ing and admission. American Legion Ladies’ Auxiliary: Legion Hall, 7 p.m. (no mtg. July/Aug) Sunday, May 12 Sunday, May 26 Anger Management: Calvary United Pentecostal Church, 704 Litchfield Pickers Market: Macoupin County Historical So- E. 1st South, 7 p.m. ciety Spring Festival: Macoupin Downtown Litchfield, 400 North Substance Abuse Class by CARES: Calvary United Pentecostal State Street, Litchfield, 9 a.m.-3 County Historical Society Spring p.m. Open air vintage and antique Festival, 920 W. Breckenridge, Carl- Church, 704 E. 1st South, 8 p.m. market. inville, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Craft show, toy Support Groups for Relatives Raising Children: Locust Street show, antique tractors, and mansion Resource Center, 320 S. Locust St. 5:30 p.m. Monday, May 13 tours. Free parking and admission. Tuesday, May 14 Gillespie Community Blood TOPS: Public Library, 6 p.m. Drive: United Methodist Church Friday, May 31 Emotions Anonymous: Locust Street Resource Center, 6 p.m. Gym, 900 Broadway, Gillespie, Bingo: Carlinville Senior Citizens 3:15-6:30 p.m. Center, 213 North East Street, Carl- AA Sobriety Society: St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 7 p.m. inville, noon. Free entry and prizes. Boy Scout Troop 62: Carlinville Elks Lodge, 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 14 Recovery: Emmanuel Baptist Church - Activity Center, West 1st Carlinville Area Hospital Aux- Saturday, June 8 South St., round table discussion, 7 p.m. iliary Dinner Meeting: Carlinville Architectural House Tour: A Elks: Elks Lodge, 7:30 p.m. Area Hospital Community Room, walking tour of four homes in Carl- Eastern Star: Masonic Temple, 7:30 p.m. 20733 N. Broad Street, Carlinville, inville including 905 East 1st North Lions Club: Blackburn College, 6:30 p.m. 5:30 pm. The meeting is open to Street, 619 East Main Street, 927 all active and inactive members, as Best for Babies: Library, 7 p.m. East 1st North Street and 630 East well as guests interested in joining Saturday, May 11 Mac. Military Support Group: #40 Carlinville Plaza, Meeting 7 p.m. the auxiliary. Main Street, Carlinville, 2-4 p.m. Christmas Market Board: Chamber office, 5:30 p.m. A Very Square Affair - Community Square Dance Tickets may be purchased at Bo- Carlinville High School Class Macoupin County Democrat Women: 50 Carlinville Plaza, Gillespie Civic Center, 115 Macoupin Street, Gillespie, ente Shell East and West Stations, of 1961 Monthly Social Dinner: 6:30 p.m. Abella’s at 6 p.m. 7-9 p.m. Carlinville Library and Cherry Tree, all in Carlinville. Tickets are limited. Wednesday, May 15 TOPS 2613: First United Methodist Church, Mt. Olive, 9-10 a.m. Montgomery County’s Newest and Ask how you CAMP COPPER ADULT DAY CARE MCPH Board of Health: 805 N. 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8A MacoupinMacoupin County County Enquirer Enquirer~~DemocratDemocrat Thursday,Thursday, September May 13,9, 2019 2018 rural upbringing has given me an edge. I had good grades at Western Illinois and was involved in student Court government, and I worked as a resi- dent assistant, and I think all those things went into my application news for a fellowship at the University of Texas, but I also think my rural upbringing gave me the edge over other candidates for a scholarship. So to the 4-H kids, don’t underes- timate the positive aspects of a rural upbringing. Marriages In terms of any advice from Norris Andrew Scott Lane and Cristi- for the local 4-Hers, hers may not be anna Karimah Hill of Wood River. what some want to hear, but is nev- Harold H Gidcumb and Donna ertheless invaluable. M. McCollum of Gillespie. “My mom and one of her best Scott W. Craig and Joleen F. Em- friends when I was probably in ju- ery of Carlinville. nior high, they restarted an old boy’s William Doyle Charlton and Ki- club, it was called Friendly Four 4-H ley Marie Jackson of Rockbridge. Club, that mom and her friend Mary Kyle Martin Kalaher and Amber Cyclists passing in front of the Macoupin County Courthouse as they Schwab, and it was mostly boys and Jane Reese of Carlinville. ride through Carlinville. there were some of us girls in it who Divorces Filed were taking agricultural-oriented Addyson Ashby holds up her certificate of recognition as she poses with Richie Leroy Gabriel, Sr. of CYCLIST Louis. projects, and mom would have boys her mother and father Amy and Jonathan Ashby and Amanda Frankford Brighton vs. Moriah Gabriel of “Our first route from ten years scheduled to come to our house and (right). Enquirer-Democrat photo by Chris Best. Union, MO. (Continued from page 1A) ago went from Chesapeake, VA up sit at our kitchen table and finish Sean A. Griggs of Litchfield vs. ‘come on, you need to do this. to Washington, D.C.,” said Iverson. their record books for about a month comment. Semrock previously re- Katie M Griggs of Alton. You’re safe.’ It’s allowed him to try “Then we expanded to Reading, PA every summer, just to encourage MAYOR quested information regarding the Lawsuits new things in a safe environment. to Washington, D.C. Roanoake, VA them to get it done. So I guess what (Continued from page 1A) salaries of city officials and other Valhalla Management & Real No one’s gonna laugh at him. Ev- to D.C. Then the Long Ride, which I’d tell 4-Hers is do your records. It In other business, Addyson Ash- employees whose pay is derived Estate, LLC filed a complaint eryone struggles with loss of fam- is this one. And we will all gather really does matter. by, daughter of Jonathan and Amy from the city budget. The city’s against Haley Butler and unknown ily and friends. I have several of my and there will be approximately 800 “And also just aim high. There’s Ashby, was honored by Mayor De- latest annual budget for salaries occupants in connection to an in- own friends on that wall after being bicyclists. And when we get to D.C. so much that you can do in 4-H. muzio with an Outstanding Citizen was $133,500, though according to cident in which the defendant and in law enforcement for 25 years. we will be met by 200-400 surviv- There’s all kinds of opportunities to Award. Eleven year-old Addyson Semrock, the numbers he was pro- unknown occupants allegedly People that I’ve trained and worked ing members that are first time go- travel and be honored with trips out was walking her dog down Main vided with as a result of his request failed to deliver the $329 monthly with. ing up there for their loved ones go- of state. I think most 4-Hers, unless Street when she came across an did not add up to the total which lease payments for November 1, “To speak to this 12-year-old kid ing on the wall.” they have an older sibling, they don’t elderly man who had fallen down was budgeted for. 2018 through January 1, 2019. The who got over his fear of heights by “Everybody who is riding is either really realize how much opportunity and injured himself in the drive- According to Treasurer Jody Plaintiff is seeking immediate pos- rock climbing and to hear him say retired law enforcement, active, or there is until they get into their ju- way of the home of Dan and Beth Reichmann, the discrepancy Sem- session of the Virden property, as it works, to see his reaction to what a survivor. We’ve had dispatchers, nior high years. Aim high. There’s a O’Brien. Realizing that the man rock observed was most likely due well as an order for the defendant the camp is doing for him makes his we’ve had animal control officers lot you can do in 4-H. needed help, Addyson attempted to a potential salary increase that and unknown occupants to vacate mama happy, his sister happy, be- and they’ll drive the vehicles and be “I was in two different 4-H clubs, to alert the homeowners only to the budget had taken into account. the premises at once, as well as cause at that age, they don’t want to the support people, but the riders are one of them for 10 years and one of find that they were not home. She “The deputy city clerk has an hour- $1,077, contractual late fees of $30 go away from their parents. They’re actually law enforcement officers them for five, and my leaders were then went across the street to the ly rate,” Reichmann said. “A wage per month, additional sums for the afraid they’re gonna lose another and their survivors. We don’t want Norma Boston, Jean Klaus, Geneva home of Justin and Amanda Frank- was figured in there for a possible period the occupants continue to one. to leave the survivors out. That’s Armour and Mary Schwab. And ford, who came out to help the man increase. That doesn’t mean it will unlawfully hold possession of the “We started out with COPS Kids why we ride.” those 4-H leaders, just like all the and call an ambulance. While the happen. That has to go before the property and costs of suit. Camp and we have expanded help- “These riders get a day’s rest, then other youth leaders, they just give Frankford’s attended to the crisis, council.” At Semrock’s request, Valhalla Management & Real ing COPS out with so many other they’re finding out exactly where and give and give, and I’m sure they Addyson watched their children Reichmann agreed to provide him Estate, LLC filed a complaint hands-on programs. they’re leaving from, where their wonder about us sometimes. Al- until medical professionals arrived with a cost explanation of the total against Anthony Lomelino and un- “We have several riders who are hotels are, then they finish up 250 though mom doesn’t wonder much. on the scene. in its entirety by Friday, May 17. known occupants for two counts of survivors. They’re actively involved miles.” She’ll go out to a local wedding, and “First it kind of scared me a little Also discussed wasa bid by non-payment of monthly lease, the in our program to raise money for After meeting at the Macoupin some of those kids who are my age bit,” Addyson recalled, “but I re- Quarton Construction to repair second of which alleges that the their programs, so it’s them giving County Sheriffs’s Department they now, they just have a sweet spot in alized he seriously needed some sidewalks was approved, an ordi- tenants repeatedly failed to pay the back to us while we’re giving back met with Sheriff Shawn Kahl and their hearts for their local 4-H lead- help. I just remembered what the nance to replat 868 South Locust lease. The Plaintiff is seeking im- to them.” other local law enforcement officers ers. They really are super people, nurse taught me at my school that was approved and Police Chief mediate possession of the Virden LEU now has five different and gathered in the conference room those ladies. if you find anybody to go get help. Dave Haley’s request to purchase property, as well as an order for the routes. The Long Ride, set up by for cake. After the brief rest and a “I’m so excited to do this. It sounds My adrenaline kicked in and I went a new canine vehicle for the po- defendant and unknown occupants member Rich Gallo, was the route few photos, the riders and support- crazy, but this is really a dream come and got help.” The man who fell lice department was approved. The to vacate the premises at once, as that went through Macoupin County ing vehicles were off again, riding true. This is a completely voluntary was Erwin Behme who suffered new canine vehicle is a 2018 Ford well as seeking $3,424.42 repre- on Wednesday. They left from St. north to continue their long ride. career role. The board of the State a severe head injury as a result of F150. It was previously used by a senting monthly lease payments Fair are all volunteers. the incident. Several members of nearby police department whose from January through August of have our state fair in the capitol, we “When I was growing up, my Behme’s family were in attendance canine unit has since become de- 2018, as well as $2,500 in attor- Norris have ours in Dallas. grandpa was the volunteer president to show their support and gratitude funct. The vehicle has 36,000 ney’s fees and costs of suit. (Continued from page 1A) “And I was attracted to it because of the Macoupin County Fair. So as a to Addyson for her quick response. miles and will cost $35,000. Brandy Wood, mother of Isa- a job at First National Bank in Chi- of the agriculture piece. They had a little kid, those are some of my earli- Norm Semrock addressed the The next meeting of the coun- bella Luna, a minor, filed a com- cago and they hired me for the Chi- huge livestock auction and scholar- est memories of being so proud that council during the time for public cil will be on Monday, May 20. plaint against John David Carey cago headquarters. And I eventually ship committee that raises money for he volunteered his time that way be- in four counts in connection with got them to transfer me down to the the kids’ show. I was in a business cause when you’re young in a rural a September 7, 2007 incident in Dallas office. meeting-it was after I left banking, town, that county fair was a big deal. SOUTH OTTER TOWNSHIP which the defendant’s dog alleg- “I do love Texas, but I’ve al- I was working for Crow Holdings, It’s just kind of in my blood. SUPERVISOR'S STATEMENT edly attacked and permanently ways, always considered Carlinville and I happened to be in a meeting “And I guess the other thing that injured Luna. Wood alleges it home.” with a fella at the time who at the happened to me that just really gal- OF FINANCIAL AFFAIRS was the defendant’s duty to prop- Certainly with her industrious time was Board Chair, and he found vanized my love of fairs is my birth- I, Robert K. Quarton, Supervisor of South Otter Township, Ma- erly manage the dog, which she spirit, Norris could likely achieve out I was an old 4-Her from Illinois. day is in August, and every year my coupin County, Illinois, being duly sworn, depose and say that the alleges had a history of aggres- just about anything she set her mind He himself raised pigs in Houston. mom would enter some things up following statement is a correct report for the fiscal year beginning sive and unpredictable behavior. to. But it was her local 4-H group Basically, he looked at me and said, in the state fair in Springfield, and April 1, 2018, and ending March 31, 2019. Wood seeks an amount in excess that inspired that spirit, and between ‘Do I have a job for you!’ And he in- as my birthday gift, you know, one Robert K. Quarton, Supervisor of $50,000, representing medical that and her rural upbringing, her tra- troduced me to the Youth Livestock of six kids right in the middle, she TOWN FUND expenses incurred plus costs of jectory toward the Texas State Fair Auction and Scholarship Committee would take me along with her to go BEGINNING BALANCE April 1, 2018 ...... $23,815.39 suit. becomes clear as she tells the story. people and that was kind of it. It was enter her food items and then we’d TOTAL REVENUES ...... $48,332.76 Misdemeanors “The State Fair in Texas is in Dal- really just a perfect fit. It’s just one of get to spend a half-day at the fair TOTAL EXPENDITURES ...... $36,999.21 Nathaniel D. Spoon, 28, Virden, las. Our capital is Austin, but the those serendipitous moments where together. Little did they know they ENDING BALANCE March 31, 2019 ...... $35,148.94 were creating a little fair enthusiast. has been charged with violating an Fair has been in Dallas since 1886, your natural interests and abilities ROAD & BRIDGE FUND As I think about this, and it sounds order of protection in connection to and it really got a shot in the arm in link up with a non-profit. It’s really BEGINNING BALANCE April 1, 2018 ...... $92,865.33 so cheesy, but it really is always an April 28, 2018 event in which he 1936 when Dallas was won a bid to a lot of fun. TOTAL REVENUES ...... $53,903.80 what I wanted to do.” was allegedly within 500 feet of a be the place to celebrate the Texas “I think all along in my life, my TOTAL EXPENDITURES ...... $70,907.62 protected place. Centennial, the 100th anniversary of ENDING BALANCE March 31, 2019 ...... $75,861.51 Ian E. Binney, 38, Mt. Olive, has the founding of the state of Texas in SPECIAL BRIDGE FUND been charged with domestic battery 1836. Special art deco buildings, the BEGINNING BALANCE April 1, 2018 ...... $14,930.79 in connection to an event in which largest collection in the world, were he allegedly struck an individual TOTAL REVENUES ...... $6,895.68 built there. It’s on the national his- CHESTERFIELD TOWNSHIP TOTAL EXPENDITURES ...... $1,989.60 in the face, causing their nose to toric register. It’s got a long, rich his- SUPERVISOR'S STATEMENT bleed. ENDING BALANCE March 31, 2019 ...... $19,836.87 tory. So unlike in Illinois where we OF FINANCIAL AFFAIRS INSURANCE FUND BEGINNING BALANCE April 1, 2018 ...... $15,876.82 ANNUAL TREASURER'S REPORT TOTAL REVENUES ...... $8,011.40 I, Dolly Hinman, Supervisor of Chesterfield Township, Macoupin TOTAL EXPENDITURES ...... $6,347.03 County, Illinois, being duly sworn, depose and say that the follow- ENDING BALANCE March 31, 2019 ...... $17,541.19 ing statement is a correct report for the fiscal year beginning April OIL FUND 1, 2018, and ending March 31, 2019. BEGINNING BALANCE April 1, 2018 ...... $19,298.23 TOTAL REVENUES ...... $15,563.28 TOWN FUND TOTAL EXPENDITURES ...... $17,000.00 BEGINNING BALANCE ...... $17,055.03 ENDING BALANCE March 31, 2019 ...... $17,861.51 TOTAL REVENUES ...... 32,683.78 BUILDING & EQUIPMENT FUND TOTAL EXPENDITURES ...... 26,028.27 BEGINNING BALANCE April 1, 2018 ...... $8,254.65 ENDING BALANCE ...... $23,710.54 TOTAL REVENUES ...... $15,579.90 GENERAL ASSISTANCE FUND TOTAL EXPENDITURES ...... $10,087.36 BEGINNING BALANCE ...... $4,302.77 ENDING BALANCE March 31, 2019 ...... $13,747.19 TOTAL REVENUES ...... 2,038.19 INSURANCE CD BEGINNING BALANCE April 1, 2018 ...... $11,174.85 TOTAL EXPENDITURES ...... 1,973.64 TOTAL REVENUES ...... $134.51 ENDING BALANCE ...... $4,367.32 TOTAL EXPENDITURES ...... $0 ROAD AND BRIDGE FUND ENDING BALANCE March 31, 2019 ...... $11,309.36 BEGINNING BALANCE ...... $41,775.44 RELIEF FUND TOTAL REVENUES ...... 40,332.44 BEGINNING BALANCE April 1, 2018 ...... $6,253.59 TOTAL EXPENDITURES ...... 34,702.06 TOTAL REVENUES ...... $10.00 ENDING BALANCE ...... $47,405.82 TOTAL EXPENDITURES ...... $0 SPECIAL BRIDGE FUND ENDING BALANCE April 12, 2019 ...... $6,263.59 BEGINNING BALANCE ...... $5,665.93 RELIEF CD NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING TOTAL REVENUES ...... 4,797.62 BEGINNING BALANCE April 1, 2018 ...... $5,587.43 On Wednesday, May 15, 2019 at 9:30 a.m., a meeting conduct- TOTAL EXPENDITURES ...... 0.00 TOTAL REVENUES ...... $67.25 ed by the Carlinville CUSD #1, Hillsboro CUSD #3, and Panhan- ENDING BALANCE ...... $10,463.55 TOTAL EXPENDITURES ...... $0 dle CUSD #2 will take place at the Mid-State Special Education OIL LEVY FUND ENDING BALANCE March 31, 2019 ...... $5,520.18 Montgomery County/Carlinville Region office, 202 Prairie, Morri- BEGINNING BALANCE ...... $21,780.18 PUBLIC FUND SAVINGS (RR) sonville, Illinois. The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss the TOTAL REVENUES ...... 17,932.16 BEGINNING BALANCE April 1, 2018 ...... $27,761.51 districts’ plans for providing special education services to students TOTAL EXPENDITURES ...... 14,270.19 TOTAL REVENUES ...... $76.44 with disabilities who are home-schooled within these districts for ENDING BALANCE ...... $25,442.15 TOTAL EXPENDITURES ...... $10.00 the 2019-2020 school year. If you are a parent of a home-schooled ENDING BALANCE March 31, 2019 ...... $27,827.95 BUILDING AND EQUIPMENT FUND student who has been or may be identified with a disability, and you SOUTH OTTER TOWNSHIP CD (RR) BEGINNING BALANCE ...... $5,852.77 reside within the boundaries of these districts, you are urged to at- BEGINNING BALANCE April 1, 2018 ...... $52,355.15 tend. If you have further questions pertaining to this meeting or plan TOTAL REVENUES ...... 3,093.48 TOTAL REVENUES ...... $770.02 to attend, please contact Brandy Buske, Administrator of Special TOTAL EXPENDITURES ...... 0.00 TOTAL EXPENDITURES ...... $0 Education Services, at (217) 526-8121 ext. 246. ENDING BALANCE ...... $8,946.25 ENDING BALANCE March 31, 2019 ...... $53,125.17

Thursday, May 9, 2019 Macoupin County Enquirer~Democrat 9A