Marion junior high abstinence lesson faces peer pressure
Column items note school program on abstinence and resisting peer pressure for sexual activity on page 1B.
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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 2003
Page
1
Column items note school program on abstinence and resisting peer pressure for sexual activity on page 1B.
The 5th District Appellate Court in Mount Vernon reversed William Barham’s reckless homicide and aggravated DUI convictions tied to a 2000 Johnson County crash that killed prison employee Jerry Isom. Prosecution failed to prove recklessness, speed, or blood alcohol beyond a reasonable doubt. The decision may be appealed.
A tight-knit group of young athletes in Carbondale, including Kelly Steinmetz, mourns after his death in a traffic crash on Illinois 149 near Marina Road. Steinmetz died after veering to avoid a deer. his girlfriend and her 2-year-old daughter were treated for minor injuries. Classmates recall his soft-spoken nature and lifelong sports bond. Kendron Lacey’s slaying is noted as another recent tragedy affecting the circle.
Three years after the infant known as Baby Sarah was found dead near Pyramid State Park investigators have not identified the mother or determined a cause. The 60 pound newborn, buried in Mueller Hill Cemetery west of Pinckneyville, was wrapped in multiple coverings and a Wal Mart bag. DNA tests on several women were negative and many leads were followed with help from regional authorities. The baby was born at 36 weeks gestation and AB positive blood type, suggesting the mother’s possible blood type.
Maggie Flanagan, defeated by Brad Cole by 21 votes in Carbondale, weighs a discovery motion that could trigger a recount. Canvassing at the Carbondale Civic Center Friday opens to the public, with up to six precincts examined at $10 per precinct. Turnout reached 25 percent citywide, higher than countywide.
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