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Macoupin County’s second largest newspaper Reaching every home and business in Gillespie, Benld, and surrounding communities PRSRT STD U.S. Postage P A I D Carlinville, IL Coal Country Times Permit No. 317 CR-RT 105P.O. South Box Macoupin 25, Gillespie, Street, Illinois Gillespie, 62033 Illinois 62033 [email protected]@[email protected] 50¢ Volume 10, Number 46 (217) 854-2534 Friday, Feb. 22, 2019 Open house set Feb. Benld declines 27 for STEM lab Gillespie Middle School will to vote on four- host an open house for its new sci- ence, technology, engineering and hour police math (STEM) lab Wednesday, Feb. 27, from 5:30-7 p.m. coverage Families and community members will be able to experience a variety of activities in the lab. reduction By MISTY FRITZ CCT Reporter Girls’ soccer team Though an item on the agenda to host trivia night for Benld City Council’s Mon- day night meeting indicated there Gillespie High School girls’ soc- would be a vote on possibly re- cer will host a trivia night fundraiser ducing police coverage by four Saturday, March 9, at Benld Civic hours per day, no vote was taken Center. Registration begins at 6 because no motion was made. p.m., and trivia will follow at 7 p.m. According to Mayor Jim Kelly, Cost to participate is $100 per ta- the item was placed on the agenda Elementary school students awarded for being kind ble, with up to 10 players per table. by Alderman Peyton Bernot, who Ben-Gil Elementary School students were recognized for following “Habit Four,” think win-win. These stu- The event will also include a 50/50 was unable to attend the meeting dents are kind to others and try to find ways to make everyone happy. Pictured are, back row, from left, drawing, basket raffles, a non-alco- due to illness. The matter may be Aleigha Marburger, Elijah Niehaus, Matthew Plovich, Ben Montano, Sebastian Parks, Sofia Hedrick, Ceanna holic cooler and an alcoholic cooler. brought up again at a future meet- Colbert, Edward Duchinsky, Addie Kieffer, Kate Gerdes and Aiden Burdell; middle row, Kristina Schuette, All proceeds will benefit the team, ing. Carley Kolesar, Payton Welch, Ella Brawner, Evan Parish, Carter Young, Logan VanMeter, Logan Buhs and which is parent-funded. Business licenses were ap- Karley Lyons; and front row, Lucy Peterson, Maybeline Davis, Levi Wallace, Patrick Feldman, Nicky Austin, Abigail Phillips, Marley Auffarth, Parish Younker, and Gabe Yeager. Not pictured is Max Garcia. For more information, contact proved for Matt Olmsted, who Robin Niemeyer at (618) 292-6668. plans to open a coffee shop in the Dorsey Street near the railroad walk fundraiser (with food and city employees may be able to former Benld Nutrition Center, tracks complained to the council possibly a concert) on May 31 or tear it down themselves, so the MCHS plans annual and Dustin Fletcher for a repair about drainage issues that result June 1 was tentatively approved, project will not be put out for bids shop. in large sheets of ice on the road. with the understanding that they at this time. meeting March 18 Kelly appointed Aldermen Jim Kelly said the city will see what would have to pay the rental fee. Alderman Jim Tilashalski rec- Macoupin County Historical Soci- Tilashalski and Lance Cooper and they can do about it and keep her City Attorney Rick Verticchio ommended the city amend its or- ety will host its annual meeting Mon- City Clerk Terri Koyne to the con- updated. said the court had given the city dinance regarding non-payment day, March 18, at Gillespie Civic tract negotiation committee and A request from Royal Family authority to abate the nuisance of utility bills to state that the Center. Doors open at 6 pm. and the personnel committee. Kids Camp to use the bike trail at 406 South Main. Because the meal begins at 6:30 p.m. A resident from the area of city park for a nighttime glow property contains a mobile home, [See BENLD on page 7] The meal, catered by Betty Vanuc- ci, will feature tortellini, beef, turkey, vegetables, salad and dessert. A short Macoupin CEO program hosts business conference business meeting will follow, during By MISTY FRITZ noted the students received “ex- neur based in Chicago; Chris In planning the conference, which directors will be elected. CCT Reporter tremely positive” feedback from Hartsook, owner of Big Dog Con- “The students learned to work to- The speaker for the evening will For their class business, this the attendees. “From the responses struction Company in Carlinville; gether with a group of peers they be a representative of the Holy Dor- year’s Macoupin CEO Program we’ve received, our attendees left Cheryl Mitchell, director of man- don’t know to achieve a common mition of the Theotokos Orthodox students organized a one-day busi- the event changed for the better agement operations for Starfire goal, just like they will one day Parish in Benld, a Russian Orthodox ness conference, held Thursday, than when they arrived, equipped Industries, LLC, headquartered in be asked to do in leadership po- Church. Feb. 14, at Lake Williamson Chris- with knowledge and inspiration to Champaign; and Jim Allen, a pro- sitions on their career journeys,” The dinner and program are open tian Center in Carlinville, with just improve their businesses and orga- fessional from St. Louis, Mo.. The said Visintin. “They got to expe- to the public; reservations are re- under 400 people in attendance. nizations.” keynote speaker was Eric Thomas, rience the pressure and planning quested by March 8, but members “The event exceeded expecta- The conference included break- a leading motivational speaker, process of putting on a large-scale and guests may pay at the door if they tions in every way,” said Program out sessions featuring speakers author, educator, pastor, and voice- public event. It wasn’t easy by any reserve a seat in advance. Admis- Facilitator Pete Visintin, who Cyndi Zlotow, a serial entrepre- over talent. means, even though they made it sion only to hear the speaker is free; look like it the day of the confer- meals cost $12 per adult and $8 per ence. Behind the scenes, it took child are 12 and younger. To reserve months of difficult decision-mak- a seat, contact Dan Hauter at (217) ing and sales activity to pull it off. 710-8056 or dhauter45@gmail. In the end it was all worth it. They com, or mail reservations to Hauter have valuable business experience at MCHS, P.O. Box 432, Carlinville, they will carry with them forever.” IL 62626. The students are currently pre- paring their individual businesses, which will be launched at the CEO Eagarville Vendor program’s trade show, to be held Festival set May 8 Sunday, May 5, from 4-7 p.m. at Cross Church in Carlinville. Eagarville Vendor Festival will be The CEO program is currently held Saturday, May 18, from 10 a.m.- recruiting and accepting applica- 4 p.m.. at Tony’s Park in Eagarville. tions for next year’s class. Cur- Vendor spaces will be 12x14 feet rent sophomores and juniors in each. The deadline to sign up is April all eight Macoupin County high 16. For more information or to re- Pictured are, from left, Zane Thompson, Ben Reno, Cora Anne Gray, Steven Thyer, Aaron Williams, Tes- sa Mumper, Julie Butler, Haiden Zumwalt, Erin Wall, Macy Wellhausen, Daniel Jarden, keynote speaker schools can apply online at ma- serve a space, call Louise McAllister coupinceo.com; the deadline is at (217) 710-4199. Eric Thomas, Garrett Smith, Rylee Jarman, Jenna Carrigan, Jared Dunnagan, Madelyn Legendre, Macy Walker, Quintin Zillen, Emma Smith and Dakota Stagner. Photo courtesy of Carrie Harris Photography. Friday, March 1. Dexa Scanner Bone Density Screening Are you at risk for Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis leads to decreased bone strength and increases risk for fractures. Bone Densitometry screenings are a fast, accurate, and convenient way to detect For more information, contact Osteoporosis. This procedure, using a Dexa scanner, takes approximately 20 minutes to perform and only requires you to wear clothing without metallic objects. our Imaging Department at 854-3141. Gillespie Police Report

vidual. which he allegedly drove a 2004 of alcohol and driving 15-20 mph nection with a Jan. 19 incident in Franklin D. Powell Jr., 36, Ven- Honda Odyssey on Interstate 55 above the limit (86 mph in a 70 which he allegedly drove a 2002 ice, has been charged with driv- at the Mt. Olive exit. He was also mph zone). Ford Taurus on Maple Street in ing while license revoked in con- charged with operating an unin- Timothy R. Garrett, 40, Brigh- Brighton. Macoupin County nection with a Jan. 27 incident in sured motor vehicle, improper ton, has been charged with driv- which he allegedly drove a 2003 lane usage, illegal transportation ing while license revoked in con- [See COURT NEWS on page 7] COURT NEWS Chevrolet on Interstate 55 near milepost 43. Herman V. Cole, 34, Carlin- Marriages ville, has been charged with ag- Dennis J. Mitchell and Anne E. gravated battery in connection CPR CLASS DATES Oberkfell, both of Gillespie. with a Feb. 10 incident in which Beginning in January, 2019 CPR Classes will be Christian T.J. Johnson and Des- he allegedly shoved a peace offi- tiny E.M. King, both of Carlin- cer in the chest. held on the 4th Wednesday of the Month ville. Steven W. Foster, now 65, Mt. 7:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. Conference Room A Divorces filed Olive, has been charged with un- Cheryl L. Simpson of Mt. Ol- lawful delivery of a controlled ive vs. Robin L. Simpson of Mt. substance (a substance containing Olive. methadone) in connection with a Amber L. Tompkins of July 19, 2018, incident. Staunton vs. Matthew J. Stewart Justin C. Grider, 36, Carlin- of Kincaid. ville, has been charged with meth To Register: Online at www.cahcare.com or email Katina A. Weller, address not possession (more than 15 grams given, vs. Chester H. Weller II, but less than 100 grams) in con- Beth Defevers at [email protected] address not given. nection with a Feb. 11 incident. Kenneth W. Newcomb of Aaron E. Elston, 21, Girard, Staunton vs. Cara E. Newcomb has been charged with unlawful of Staunton. restraint in connection with a Feb. Michelle L. Lebeane of Carlin- 12 incident in which he allegedly ville vs. John J. Lebeane of Carl- detained an individual without le- inville. gal authority, in that he whipped Divorces granted the individual’s feet, held a knife Wednesday, Feb. 27 Wednesday, March 27 Courtney B. Schmit of Gil- to the individual’s throat and lespie vs. James R. Schmit of Gil- would not allow the individual to Wednesday, April 24 Wednesday, May 22 lespie. leave the residence. Angela Snider of Staunton vs. Brittany N. Stinnett, 28, Cot- Wednesday, June 26 Wednesday, July 31 Eric Snider of Staunton. tage Hills, has been charged with Lawsuits bringing contraband into a penal Otter Lake Water Commission institution in connection with a filed a complaint in forcible entry Dec. 8, 2018, incident in which and detainer Feb. 11 against Ron she allegedly brought meth into and Anna Polistina, seeking pos- Macoupin County Jail. session of property on the Otter Rahman S. Henson, 37, Diet- Lake Campground; orders allow- erich, has been charged with driving OLWC to move the Polis- ing while license revoked in con- tinas’ trailer off the lot and to a nection with a Jan. 18 incident in storage fee (with the Polistinas responsible for moving and stor- ing charges) and allowing OLWC Now offering to remove and dispose of any structures or personal property re- maining on the premises; $172.03 for an unpaid electric bill; and $500 for attorney’s fees. PELVIC FLOOR REHAB LaVern and Carole Rose filed a complaint for eviction Feb. 14 WOMEN NO LONGER HAVE TO against Kaylia Edmiston and unknown occupants, seeking pos- TRAVEL OUT OF TOWN FOR RELIEF session of property in Chester- field and $800 rent. Cornerstone TL, Inc., filed a Diagnosis that can be treated complaint for eviction Feb. 15 against Josh N. Howland, Amber with pelvic rehab include: R. Truhlicka and any unknown occupants, seeking possession of property in Gillespie, rent and • Chronic Pelvic Pain other charges in the amount of $2,490.21, court costs, attorney’s • Incontinence and other fees and costs of service. Carlinville Area Hospital filed urinary dysfunctions a complaint Feb. 15 against Shan- non L. Meyer, seeking $12,038.73 • Painful Intercourse unpaid for medical services, plus costs of the suit. • Complications due to childbirth First National Bank of Omaha filed a complaint Feb. 19 against • Prolapse Gregory H. Reiman, seeking $22,401.44 unpaid on a loan, plus costs and disbursements. • Vaginal Pain Felonies Terri E. Brackett, 30, Carlin- ville, has been charged with unlawful possession of less than five grams of meth in connection with a Nov. 11, 2018, incident. Austin M. Weatherford, 21, Carlinville, has been charged with theft in connection with a Jan. 22 incident in which he allegedly took an individual’s Playstation 4, valued at less than $500. Brittany N. Pollard, 33, Li- tchfield, has been charged with To make an appointment, call: forgery in connection with a Jan. 5 incident in which she allegedly made a check dated Jan. 5, payable to TJ’s in the amount of 854-3839 $80.38, signed as another indi-

2 COAL COUNTRY TIMES FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2019 Gillespie Police Report GMS names Leaders of the Month Tuesday, Feb. 5 Gillespie Middle School re- that you can count on.” John C. Wright, 39, of Gillespie was cently announced the Leaders “A leader means being humble issued a citation for operating an unin- of the Month for January: Elissa and kind,” said Helmkamp. sured motor vehicle. Cline, physical education; Au- Balzraine, daughter of Bethany Thursday, Feb. 7 drey Layton, Mrs. Clark’s class; and Neil Balzraine, was chosen An officer was dispatched to the 300 Kennedy Helmkamp, sixth because she “stays focused and block of East Oak Street for a possible grade; Isabelle Balzraine, sev- on task in the classroom. She is an suicidal male. enth grade; Collyn Oberkfell, all-around great student and is fun Friday, Feb. 8 eighth grade; and Jack Voyles, to have in the classroom.” An officer was dispatched to Mi Ca- Mrs. Prough’s class. Oberkfell, son of Anne Oberk- sita Mexican restaurant for a medical Cline, daughter of Kelly and fell, was chosen because he is call. The subject was transported to a Justin Peoples, was chosen by Mr. “successful in the classroom and hospital by ambulance. Bertagnolli because she “works is a valuable asset in extra-curric- An officer was dispatched to the 200 hard and displays positive sports- ular activities.” block of Penny Street to take a report of manship in every activity.” Voyles, son of Brian and Mi- criminal defacement to property. Layton, daughter of Krysta Lay- chelle Voyles, was chosen be- Saturday, Feb. 9 ton, said, “I am a leader because I cause he “compliments others, An officer was dispatched to the 500 help people and when others need takes redirection well and shares block of Plum Street for a domestic dis- time to think, I am patient.” his ideas.” pute. Helmkamp, daughter of Ron- “By using my leadership skills, An officer was dispatched to the Pictured are, back row, from left, Isabelle Balzraine, Collyn ald and Danielle Helmkamp, was I can influence others to be kind, police department to take a report of a Oberkfell and Audrey Layton; front row, Kennedy Helmkamp, chosen because she is “an asset to helpful and responsible,” said violation of an order of protection. Elissa Cline and Jack Voyles. the school” and “a leader and one Voyles. An officer was dispatched to the 900 block of South Macoupin Street for a domestic dispute. Sunday, Feb. 10 An officer was dispatched to the 700 Energy assistance available March SNAP benefits block of First Street for a report of loud The Illinois Department of Com- proof of Social Security numbers music. Jason A. Schalk, 35, of Gillespie merce and Economic Opportu- for all household members; and was issued a citation for disturbing the nity (DCEO) has announced that proof that their household received toThe Illinoisbe Department issued of Human ary March and intended for use in February. 1 peace. income-qualified households can TANF or other benefits, such as Services (IDHS) announced recently To reduce the time in between Feb- Officers were dispatched regarding apply for winter heating assistance Medical Eligibility or SNAP, if re- that March Supplemental Nutrition As- ruary and March SNAP issuances, a report of someone who had jumped through the Low Income Home ceiving assistance from the Illinois sistance Program (SNAP) benefits will IDHS created a new SNAP issuance out of a vehicle and may need medical Energy Assistance Program (LI- Department of Human Services. be issued early to Illinois customers. schedule for March and April. IDHS assistance. Once an officer arrived on HEAP). Reconnection assistance is also March SNAP benefits will be loaded will issue all March benefits on March scene, the officer requested the ambu- A single-person household can available for households who are into customers’ accounts on March 1. 1. Customers typically receive their lance to be paged out to check over the qualify with a monthly gross in- disconnected from their energy “Our communities shouldn’t have SNAP benefits at different times- dur male. come of up to $1,518; a two-person source needed for heating or are un- to suffer because of the federal shut- ing the month, so this will be on-sched- Monday, Feb. 11 household, up to $2,058; a family of der imminent threat of disconnec- down, and we’ll continue to do all we ule for some customers and early for Justin C. Grider, 36, of Gillespie was three, up to $2,598; and a family of tion (are within seven days of being can at the state level so that Illinoisans others. arrested for possession of meth. He was four, up to $3,138. Benefits are paid disconnected or have less than 25 don’t see a disruption in their SNAP IDHS plans to issue April benefits transported to Macoupin County Jail. directly to energy vendors on behalf percent in their propane tank). benefits,” said Governor J.B. Pritz- between April 1 and April 10. May Earl T. Schofield, 31, of Modesto of eligible households; the excep- Furnace assistance is available as ker. “Our plan will reduce the waiting benefits will be on the regular schedule. was cited for failure to activate his turn tion is households whose heating well for households who qualify for time for benefits for SNAP recipients March SNAP benefits were funded signal, driving while license suspended costs are included in their rent. LIHEAP, have an inoperable heat- so our vulnerable residents won’t have through a recent federal stopgap bud- and operating an uninsured motor ve- LIHEAP applications are pro- ing system and are in need of fur- to worry about whether the shutdown get. However, April and May SNAP hicle. cessed though a network of 35 local nace repair or replacement. will prevent the from accessing these benefits will depend on a new federal An officer was dispatched to 405 administering agencies around the LIHEAP heating assistance ap- services.” budget deal being reached. SNAP is a federal program admin- There is no need for customers to East Walnut Street to take a report of state. Customers must bring all re- plications, including reconnection istered by the U.S. Department of visit the local IDHS offices or call criminal damage to property. quired documentation when apply- assistance, will continue to be ac- Tuesday, Feb. 12 Agriculture (USDA) and distributed their caseworkers. SNAP customers ing for assistance, including proof cepted through May 31 or until through IDHS in Illinois. Because of will receive the normal amount of An officer was dispatched to the of gross income from all household funding is exhausted. Furnace as- 2000 block of Staunton Road to take the way the USDA funded SNAP dur- monthly SNAP benefits on their Link members for the 30-day income pe- sistance applications are accepted ing the federal shutdown, February cards, the debit-like cards used to a report of a runaway. Once the officer riod beginning with the date of the through March 31 or until funding was on the scene, the child had returned benefits were issued in January. These spend SNAP benefits and other cash application; a copy of their current is exhausted. Applications are taken benefits are typically issued in Febru- assistance. home. heat and electric bills issued within on a first-come, first-served basis. Wednesday, Feb. 13 the last 30 days (if they pay for their For a complete listing of LI- An officer was dispatched to the po- energy directly); a copy of their HEAP’s local administering agen- lice department to speak with a male rental agreement (if they are rent- cies and additional information, regarding him being threatened over liheapillinois.com the phone. ing) showing that utilities are in- visit or call the Thursday, Feb .14 cluded, the monthly rental amount toll-free LIHEAP hotline at (877) Robert D. Sanson, 28, of Gillespie and landlord contact information; 411-9276. was arrested for violating an order of protection and was transported to Ma- - Individual and Business Tax Services coupin County Jail. - Bookkeeping, Payroll, and Sales Tax An officer was dispatched to the Put UCB in Your - QuickBooks Professional Advisor 1000 block of Madison Street for a female driving by, yelling profanities at 314 S. Macoupin St 226 S Main St 124 N West St another female. Mobile Wallet Gillespie, IL 62033 Edwardsville, IL 62025 Carlinville, IL 62626 Melissa J. Middleton, 36, of Benld was issued a citation for truancy. 217.839.4229 618.307.9800 217.854.9530 Samantha N. Cuevas, 29, of Benld Providing tax and accounting services since 1999 was issued a citation for truancy. gucciardocpas.com Brendon S. Parish, 21, of Litchfield was issued a citation for possession of cannabis. Austin M. Reese, 21, of Carlinville was issued a citation for possession of All-Weather Track Committee 12th Annual drug paraphernalia. Friday, Feb. 15 Gerald L. Boyles, 62, of Gillespie Mouse Races was issued a citation for driving while license suspended. Saturday, February 23, 2019 An officer was dispatched to the 700 7:00 - 10:00 pm block of Donaldson Street for a well- Doors open at 6:00 pm being check and to keep the peace. 839-4000 FREE Benld Civic Center An officer was dispatched to the 500 Beer • Soda Advanced tickets - $10 per person • $15 at the door Pretzels Debit & Credit Cards Accepted block of West Baker Street for a domes- UCBbank.com Popcorn tic dispute. Koozies Door Prizes • Music • Silent Auction Officers were dispatched to TJ’s in Food for Sale • Mouse Roulette Mt .Clare to take a report of a stolen ve- Ticket Information: hicle that had just occurred. The truck Kim Burns 217-825-9879 Must be 21 to Enter Mike Bertagnolli 217-839-3155 was located a short time later in the 200 The Leader of Community Banking Benld City Hall 217-835-2114 block of Short Street in Benld. The case is still under investigation. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2019 COAL COUNTRY TIMES 3 Editorial Page The tax burden on Illinois drivers is nothing new Talk To Us THE ISSUE: Drivers aren’t happy more states a day? What do you think of While the purpose of the bill is to put the tax about possible mileage tax pilot Editorial efforts to gradually burden on people who drive the most, people who program. increase the Illinois age and assumed the “details” would be left up to drive the most also use the most gas, so they’re minimum wage to $15? OUR VIEW: Although the bill has the Illinois Department of Transportation. That’s already footing the bill. What it will do is put more Editor’s note: Because we received so tax on those driving fuel-efficient vehicles. They been tabled, Illinois will still need a not a plan. many responses to this question, Regardless, just because the bill is tabled, won’t see the savings they get at the pump for we are including more this week. way to fund infrastructure. doesn’t mean it’s dead. buying less gas -- they’ll pay for getting those ex- “Depends on if you’re Late last week, testy conversations began bub- Here’s what we know. The bill is for a pilot pro- tra miles per gallon, even though their vehicles are the kid texting while bling up in homes, coffee shops and, most cer- gram. Should it ever pass, that means it will be usually much smaller than the giant gas-guzzlers my burger sits around getting cold or the tainly, on social media about a bill proposed in for a specific period of time and limited to 5,000 and put less wear and tear on roads. Is that the business owner who the Illinois House for a vehicle mileage tax pilot volunteers. In order for the program to be manda- message we really want to send? will have to cut half That 19-cents-per-gallon motor fuel tax sounds the staff to afford the program. tory state-wide, a whole other bill would have to wage. Maybe if they In Illinois, perhaps more than in other states, pass the Illinois Legislature and be signed by the like a nasty monster until one considers what it cut all the slackers, residents cringe at the thought of more taxes. Il- Governor. does. That money is distributed to every govern- the people left will be linoisans already deal with high property tax rates Currently, Illinois puts a 6.25 percent sales tax ing body with roads to maintain. To all the tiny worth $15 an hour.” and high taxes on gasoline, among others. When on gas. That’s in addition to a 19-cents-per-gallon towns in the state with no or few businesses, this - Kathy Holliker people hear the word “tax,” they assume it’s an- motor fuel tax. That’s a lot of tax. is often the only money they have to tar and chip other tax on top of what they’re already paying. The mileage tax would replace the 19-cents- their streets, fill potholes and stuff like that. They In a year when people are quickly learning their per-gallon motor fuel tax with a 2.1-cents-per- need that money. Will proceeds from the mileage “tax cut” may very well result in reduced or no mile tax. The 6.25 percent sales tax would still tax be distributed the same way? It’s an important “Great way to lose federal income tax refunds, word of another pos- apply. question. more jobs to lower sible tax is anger-inducing at best. This is where bad planning comes into play. There’s no doubt Illinois needs to improve its wage states.” The mileage tax pilot program bill was intro- The 2.1 cents per mile tax is supposed to be on infrastructure and there needs to be a way to fund - Roger Johns duced by Rep. Marcus Evans of Chicago last Illinois roads. The bill includes no method of dis- those improvements. If legislators want to con- Thursday and quickly tabled the following Tues- cerning which miles are driven on Illinois roads sider creative ways to help residents of this state, day, with good reason. Although a lot of the math and which are driven in other states. Illinois bor- they must get their act together and put forth a doesn’t seem to be as dire as many assumed, the ders five states. There are people who commute thorough, cohesive bill that makes sense. Illinois plan was poorly thought out. Actually, the bill across the state line five or more days a week. taxpayers have been through enough. Do it right contained no feasible method for tracking mile- What about road trippers who will traverse two or or don’t do it at all. “I have always felt the investment into more training for vocational Brighton native skills would do more to assist bringing better wages to lower nominated to St. income.” - Randy Walker Louis Cardinals’

“I am all about Hall of Fame paying everyone a livable wage. The By JACKSON WILSON real problem here is unchecked inflation. Coal Country Times Reporter If we can find a way Recently, I traveled to Piasa to cover this year’s to rein in the inflation, then raising wages Illinois High School Association Girls’ Basketball wouldn’t be neces- Class 2A Regional. I had been blessed with sever- sary.” al surprises throughout my lifetime in sports, but I did not expect to be walking into the high school - Jordan Rae of Jason Isringhausen - a former closing pitcher of my favorite Major League Baseball team, the “Wish people would St. Louis Cardinals. This was an honor by itself, quit complaining. but then I recieved the news that Isringhausen had Not only fast food restaurants start out been one of six Redbirds recently nominated for at minimum wage. the organization’s Hall of Fame. Prices have been Isringhausen, also referred to as “Izzy” by getting dogpiled by his teammates in the center and slow down,” to Adam before the rookie went going up for years and wages haven’t; Cardinal Nation, is a member of the Piasa South- of a raucous Busch Stadium - 43 miles from his to get the final outs of the 2006 National League the cost of living is a western Class of 1990. His jersey number (#18) hometown. Division Series against the San Diego Padres. joke.” has been retired by the baseball program and cur- Then, 2006 came along and brought with it an Isringhausen then went on to say, “Have you ever - Frances Dagon rently hangs on the eastern wall of the high school epic roller-coaster ride that nobody in St. Louis been mobbed on a mound in your life? Go and gymnasium. Sensing some major potential, the was anticipating. The Cardinals were predicted make that happen.” Wainwright did just that, with New York Mets took a chance on Izzy and drafted to be a World Series favorite, but desperately his biggest highlight being a National League him in the 44th round of the 1991 Major League struggled to stay afloat in the playoff hunt let pennant-clinching strikeout of Cardinal killer “Again and again, our ‘leaders’ refuse Baseball Amatuer Draft. After a dominant rookie alone maintain a winning record. To make mat- Carlos Beltran in a decisive game seven of the to seriously address season in 1995, Isringhausen settled back down ters worse, Izzy suffered a season-ending hip National League Championship Series against the state’s crippling debt crisis and instead to Earth and started to convince people that he contusion in mid-September. According to the Isringhausen’s former team - the Mets. Thanks to move deck chairs was ‘just another ordinary player’. After leaving experts, the Cards were doomed without a vet- Izzy, Wainwright earned his stripes of becoming around the Titanic.” the Mets in 1999, Izzy joined the Oakland Ath- eran closer anchoring down the bullpen. Or, so a starter and ended up being one of the Cardinal letics and was assigned into the closer’s role. He they thought... aces of the past decade. - Paul Madden revived his legacy by chalking up 67 saves in just Incredibly enough, if it wasn’t for Isringhau- Isringhausen set a franchise record with 217 two seasons. This got the attention of St. Louis sen’s injury, Adam Wainwright wouldn’t have saves throughout his seven-year career in St. Hall of Fame skipper, Tony La Russa. As a result, been given the chance to show why he was one Louis and was honored as an all-star in 2005. Izzy was granted the opportunity to play in his of baseball’s nastiest hurlers. The rookie solidi- He ranks third on the Redbird strikeout list (373) “I would rather see own backyard for the Cardinals - a team that was fied the closer’s role and helped lead an 83-78 and has made 401 appearances out of the bullpen the legislature spend some time balanc- destined to break through as a championship con- Cardinals team to the organization’s first World while wearing a Cardinal uniform. Isringhausen ing their own budget tender for many years to come. Series title since 1982. departed from St. Louis in 2008 and played his before asking the re- maining businesses in I became interested in baseball at a young age In my opinion, Isringhausen doesn’t get enough final season in 2012. this state to squeeze and I was fortunate enough to see Isringhausen credit for the leadership and words of wisdom Izzy is joined by Keith Hernandez, John Tudor, theirs even more than pitch during the prime years of his career un- that he shared throughout Wainwright’s pressure- Matt Morris, Scott Rolen and Edgar Renteria on they already are.” der the Arch. Heading into 2004, the Cardinals packed journey through October. Instead of just this year’s Cardinal Hall of Fame nominee list. - Eric Gibbel weren’t expected to be a 105-win team with Izzy sitting in a corner and pouting about not being Whether it was on the mound or in the club- saving 47 games. Yet, miracles happen in base- able to play, Isringhausen took Wainwright under house, Izzy set a great example of what it tru- Each week we ask people on the street a ball heaven. The Redbirds were heading to their his wing like the little brother he never had. To ly means to be team player. He deserves this different question. If you want a question first orldW Series in 17 years, with Isringhausen this day, I can still recall when Izzy said “Relax honor. asked, let us know. We will ask it for you.

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Chiarodo, 96, of Benld Haley (Tom) Bauer, Abby Parker, Jo- George L. Mize, 66, of Gil- Christchurch, New Zealand, Jef- passed away Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, seph Chiarodo, Nicholas Chiarodo, lespie passed away at 6 a.m., frey C. (Julie) Mize of Mason George J. Kasarda, 84, of Benld at Community Hospital of Kaiya Chiarodo and Vance Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2019, City and Diane C. Mize of passed away at 10:20 p.m., Tues- Staunton. Chiarodo. at Anderson Hospital in Gillespie. day, Feb. 12, 2019, at St. John’s She was born Dec. In addition to her Maryville. He was preceded Hospital in Springfield. 16, 1922, in William- parents and husband, He was born Sept. in death by his par- He was born Nov. 3, 1934, in son to Michael and she was preceded 11, 1952, in Alton ents. Benld to George J. and Anna (No- Elizabeth (Fecho) in death by a still- to Glenn H. and Visitation was votny) Kasarda. He married Anita Holak. She married born son, Andrew Vethia L. (Lain) held Monday, (Stauner) Kasarda; she survives. Andrew J. “Shiek” Chiarodo; broth- Mize. He mar- Feb. 18, from 9 Mr. Kasarda was a retired paint- Chiarodo; he pre- ers, John Holak ried Terry (Bier- a.m. until funeral er for the state of Illinois. ceded her in death and Joseph Holak; schenk) Mize; mass at 11 a.m. In addition to his wife, surviv- on Oct. 17, 1968. and sisters, Mary she survives. at Ss. Simon and ing are his sons, Michael (An- Mrs. Chiarodo Holak and Monica Mr. Mize was a Jude Church in gela) Kasarda of Tampa, Fla., and was a homemaker Holak. retired steelworker Gillespie. Kravan- George A. (Amy) Kasarda of Gil- and Cahokia Town- Visitation was held for Laclede Steel ya Funeral Home lespie; a daughter, Rose (Mike) ship Clerk for 30 years. Thursday, Feb. 21, and a member of the in Gillespie was in Dethrow of Chester; seven grand- She was a member of from 11 a.m. to 12:30 Knights of Columbus charge of the arrange- children; 13 great-grandchildren; Croatian Fraternal Union 217 p.m. at Kravanya Funeral in Gillespie. He was an ments. and sister, Dolores Sawchak of of Benld and St. Joseph’s Church and Home in Benld. Funeral mass fol- avid gardener and baker. Memorials may be made to the Bethalto. Altar Society. lowed at 1 p.m. Thursday at St. Jo- In addition to his wife, sur- wishes of the family. Visitation was held Sunday, Surviving are her sons, Joseph seph’s Church in Benld, with Father viving are a daughter, Heather Anyone wishing to send an on- Feb. 17, from 12-2 p.m. at Kra- M. “Shiek” (Jeanne) Chiarodo and Patrick Gibbons officiating. Burial (Eric) Ferguson of Litchfield; line condolence may do so at kravanya Funeral Home in Benld. David A. (Cathy) Chiarodo, both was at Benld Cemetery in Benld. and siblings, Carl L. Mize of vanyafuneral.com. Memorials may be made to the of Benld; grandchildren, Jennifer Memorials may be made to Benld Muscular Dystrophy Association (Darrin) Parker of Gillespie, Martin Cemetery or St. Joseph’s Altar Soci- or the donor’s choice of charity. A. “Marty” (Tiffany) Chiarodo of ety. Gregory L. Price Anyone wishing to send an on- Edwardsville and James (Jessica) Anyone wishing to send an online line condolence may do so at kra- Chiarodo of Benld; and great-grand- condolence may do so at kravanyafu- Gregory Lee Price, 67, of Flo- nieces, nephews, great-neph- vanyafuneral.com. children, Zachary (Abigail) Parker, neral.com. rissant, Mo., passed away Tues- ews, great-nieces, cousins and day, Feb. 12, 2019. extended family mem- He was born Oct. 31, bers. Charlotte E. Moulton 1951, in Litchfield to He was preceded Everett F. “Pete” in death by his STUDENTS IN Charlotte Edith Moulton, 100, Moulton, Katelyn Moulton and and Freida Mae parents; a sis- of Bunker Hill passed away at 9:38 Madison Moulton. (Wilder) Price. ter, Sherry; and THE NEWS a.m., Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, In addition to her parents He married Bar- a nephew, Mi- at Heritage Health of Gil- and husband, she was bara Jean (Lee) chael. The following local students lespie. preceded in death Price; she sur- Friends may were named to the fall 2018 She was born Feb. by a granddaugh- vives. call Saturday, president’s list (grade point 8, 1919, in Bunker ter, Dr. Katherine Mr. Price was Feb. 23, from average of 3.75 or higher) at Hill to Charles Louise Moulton; employed at the 9:30 a.m. until Lewis and Clark Community and Julia (Wood) a grandson-in- National Geospa- services at 11:30 College in Godfrey. Enke. She mar- law, Gregory tial Intelligence a.m. at Kravanya Benld: Alexander H. Jasper, ried William John Brown; and sib- Agency and was re- Funeral Home in Maya M. Marcacci, Dominic A. Moulton on Aug. lings, Maretha tired after 35 years. He Gillespie. Maykopet, Teran K. Schlechte, 20, 1939; he pre- Moulton, Verna enjoyed his family, friends In lieu of flowers, me- Zachary T. Schuette, Tate S. ceded her in death. Elliott, Roscoe and a good game of cards. morials may be made to the do- Wargo and John Wyatt. Mrs. Moulton Enke, Trula Enke, In addition to his wife, sur- nor’s choice of charity. Gillespie: Lexie Bussmann, was a homemaker Lester Enke and viving are a son, Thomas, and Anyone wishing to send an Mark C. Cunningham, Hannah and seamstress who Thelma Moulton. his fiancée, Katie Dean; a sis- online condolence may do so at P. Doty, Merry R. Forsythe, enjoyed quilting and Visitation was held ter, Candy; a brother, Roger; kravanyafuneral.com. Madison M. Hedrick, Juliann crafts. She was a member Friday, Feb. 22, from 4-7 P. Hendricks, Grace A. Martin, of First Congregational Church, as p.m. at Kravanya Funeral Home in Nina G. Moutrie, Breanne K. well as a 4-H leader for 25 years. Bunker Hill. Funeral services were Mull, Stefanie R. Pryor, Macie She held a major role training wom- held Saturday, Feb. 23, at 1:30 p.m. L. Rhodes, Gary T. Ross, Rylee en for war efforts. at First Congregational Church Sarti, Amanda L. Schmidt, Eri- Surviving are her sons, John in Bunker Hill, with Rev. Jeremy ka M. Schmidt, Baylor T. Smith “Jack” Moulton of Erie, Pa., and Wood officiating. Burial was at and Hannah D. Trumpy. Larry (Martha) Moulton of Fort Bunker Hill Cemetery in Bunker Sawyerville: Jessica P. Sharp. Meyers, Fla.; grandchildren, Mi- Hill. ***** chael (Maura) Moulton, Donna Memorials may be made to First The following local students Moulton and Timothy (Colleen) Congregational Church. were named to the fall 2018 Moulton; and great-grandchil- Anyone wishing to send an on- dean’s list (grade point aver- dren, Brendan Moulton, Andrew line condolence may do so at kra- age of 3.25-3.74) at Lewis and Moulton, Devin Moulton, Drew vanyafuneral.com. Clark Community College. Benld: Kennen J. Bertolis, Mason C. Campbell, Colin P. Caveny, Ryan D. Dopuch, Kalli It’s R. Phillips and Bobbi L. Sa- Tax vant. Dorchester: Sydney Hen- richs. Time Gillespie: Samantha P. Alepra, Tabitha A. Bersch, Serena Bertolis, Rachel M. Once Again Boeck, Cassie N. Clark, Emma I. Claussen, Ally P. 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6 COAL COUNTRY TIMES FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2019 has been charged with violation which he allegedly delivered a while using an electronic com- at a property if it is purchased by COURT NEWS of an order of protection in con- check for $900 to Royer Excavat- munication device in connection a new owner who was not noti- [continued from page 2] nection with a Feb. 14 incident in ing, knowing his bank would not with a Feb. 1 incident in which fied of the outstanding bill in the Phillip J. Wheeler, 58, Carlin- which he allegedly made contact honor the draft. he allegedly drove a green 2006 form of a lien on the property. He ville, has been charged with driv- with a protected party by calling John J. Sanders, 18, Carlinville, Chevrolet truck on Interstate 55 at recommended the city file liens on ing while license revoked in con- the person’s place of employment. has been charged with criminal milepost 41. such properties in the future rather nection with a Jan. 17 incident in Wendy L. Broderick, 51, Gil- damage to property in connection Ashlee N. Jarman, 31, Gil- than just turning the water off. An which he allegedly drove a 2007 lespie, has been charged with with a Feb. 14 incident in which lespie, has been charged with driv- updated ordinance will be present- Dodge on Route 267 near Prairie deceptive practices in connection he allegedly caused less than ing under the influence, improper ed for a vote at a future meeting. Dell Road, south of Piasa. with a July 2, 2018, incident in $300 damage to the windows of lane usage and failure to reduce In other action, the council ap- Alie B. Smith, 40, Carlinville, which she allegedly delivered a an individual’s silver Ford. speed in connection with a Feb. proved the purchase of a new has been charged with unlawful check for $31.44 to Joseph F. Bo- Tiffany M. Middleton, 25, 9 incident in which she allegedly copy machine for the city office, possession of less than five grams ente and Sons, knowing her bank Carlinville, has been charged with drove a white 2005 Jeep on Route with the old one to be given to of a substance containing meth in would not honor the draft. four counts of deceptive practices 4 north of Staunton-Bunker Hill the police department; approved connection with a Nov. 12, 2018, Joanne T. Mussatto, 46, in connection with July 1-8, 2018, Road in Staunton Township. the repair of a pump for the water incident. Staunton, has been charged with incidents in which she allegedly tower at a cost of $6,986.07; the Ashley M. Garrett, 32, Cha- deceptive practices in connection delivered checks for $50, $50, installation of a water line on Ca- tham, has been charged with with an Aug. 18, 2018, incident $50 and $40 to Joseph F. Boen- hokia Street from Central Avenue in which she allegedly delivered te and Sons, knowing her bank BENLD to Maple Street, as discussed last non-consensual dissemination of [continued from page 1] private sexual images and crimi- a check for $36.66 to Bill’s IGA, would not honor the drafts. month; a contract with Corrpro for nal trespass to residence in con- knowing her bank would not hon- DUIs owner of the rental property will water tower maintenance in the nection with a Jan. 30 incident in or the draft. Brent D. Anderson, 33, Alham- be held accountable for an unpaid amount of approximately $800; which she allegedly intentionally Anthony S. Brigance, 48, Ca- bra, has been charged with driv- bill. Verticchio said the ordinance and a 10-year contract with Magu- and without consent disseminated hokia, has been charged with de- ing under the influence, improper should also be updated in accor- ire Iron for inspection and clean- an image in which a person at ceptive practices in connection lane usage, failure to reduce speed dance with a federal ruling that ing of the water tower, at a cost of least 18 years of age is identifiable with a June 30, 2018, incident in and operating a motor vehicle cities have to turn water back on $1,950 per year. with their genitalia exposed and knowingly and without authority entered another individual’s residence in the 100 block of Park Av- Proudly presented presented by by HSHS HSHS St. St. Francis Francis Foundation Foundation and and the theAgriculture Agriculture Committee. Committee. enue, Gillespie, knowing one or more persons were present. Dannie R. 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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2019 COAL COUNTRY TIMES 7 Twelve senior band members honored during Senior Night In the front row from left to right, Lindsey Miller, daughter of Ann and Sam Miller; Hannah Bertoldi, daughter of Crystal and Joseph Petrelli; Andrew Gill, son of Ruth and Bill Gill; AJ Heyen, son of Kim and Michael Heyen. In the back row, from left to right, Jack Jarman, son of Stacey and Troy Jarman; Chase Salisbury-Lambert, son of Melani Duchinsky and Donald Salisbury; Sam Boede- cker, son of Kelly and David Boedecker; Colin Caveny, son of Juli and Matt Caveny; Drew Tim- mermeier, son of Tracy and Jeffrey Timmermeier; Mark Cunningham, son of the late Mabel Teller and Mark Cunningham, and Heather Bell; and Kennen Bertolis, son of Lelia and Kenny Bertolis. Dance team recognizes four on Senior Night  From left to right are Lind- sey Miller, daughter of Ann and Sam Miller; Lindsay Stoecker, daughter of Kit and Henry Stoecker; Tori Roach, daughter of Carrie Roach and granddaughter of Christine and Steve Fosnock; and Hannah Frankie Barrett eyes the basket in the Miners’ Regional loss to Trumpy, daughter of Toni and Litchfield Feb. 18. Jamie Trumpy. Miners end season at HEART FAILURE Regional The Miners’ season came to an end Feb. 18 against Litchfield at SYMPTOMS the Southwestern Regional Tour- nament. The Miners (11) struggled to When to call your physician: get momentum against the Purple Panthers (5), trailing 10-7 after the first quarter and 27-11 at the half. ♥ You gain two pounds in one day or Although the Miners managed a 15-point third quarter, they still three to five pounds in one week. trailed 35-25 on their way to the 49-37 loss. ♥ You notice increased swelling in your Blake Zenner led the Miners in scoring with 13 points. He was legs, ankles, feet or abdomen. followed by Anthony Kravanya with 11. ♥ You have difficulty breathing with Miners 29, Comets 49 The Miners were in Greenville activity or when lying flat in bed. Feb. 15 to face the always-tough Comets. ♥ You wake up short of breath The Miners trailed after the first quarter 12-6 and fell behind 25-15 during the night. at the half. After three quarters, the Miners faced a 13-point gap, 35-22. The game ended with a 49- If you have any of these symptoms call 29 Miner loss. Kravanya led the game in scoring with 11 points. He was followed by Frankie Barrett and 217-854-3141 Dominik Taylor with five points each. YOUR BLOOD COULD SAVE A LIFE. MAKE A DIFFERENCE AND Contact the Coal Country DONATE BLOOD! Times for all of your Monday, February 25 • 11am-4pm printing needs 217-839-2626 BLOOD MOBILE IN FRONT OF THE MEDICAL OFFICE BUILDING

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