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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 2004
Page
2
Gruny and many teens juggle long work hours with school, often skipping meals and risking grades. Teachers warn the trend reflects rising teen self sufficiency as families rely on extra income, leaving academics at risk.
Minors aged 16 and under may face extended hours during summer, with meal breaks required at five hours. Illinois allows 16 or older to work any hours. Local youths like Tim Kelly and Josh Stroud work 20–30 hours weekly at Marion and Johnston City groceries to cover car payments, insurance, and cell phones, often at the cost of sleep and school attendance. School officials note exhaustion affects attendance and performance, while regional educators plan surveys to assess employment impact and seek employer cooperation to reduce burdens. Becky Malkovich referenced.
Ellis outlines plans to name a finance commissioner at a meeting as the Ellis administration faces two main issues. The future of the old city hall and the closed UMWA Hospital dominate council business after January votes on demolishing the old hall. He notes support from residents and city staff, while recounting Woolard’s departure and his own shift in stance on razing the building.
The AFSCME Council 31 requests an injunction from the Illinois Labor Relations Board to halt IDOC’s plan for a single vendor to supply meals and staff training for all prisons. The union warns of potential job losses and cites an unfair labor practices complaint over withheld cost data.
Governor Blagojevich changed stance on funding the Illinois Grape and Wine Resources Council after earlier cutting the line item. The council, started in 1997 with 200000, grew to 500000 by 1999 and supported viticulture and marketing. Funding was moved to a 250000 specialty crop grant program, ending council operations by June, while advocates urge keeping viticulture work under the Agriculture Department. Illinois hosts 46 wineries and 800 acres of grapes with a $40 million economic impact, projected to reach 60 million next year.
Speaker Michael Madigan says a solution is coming this year to Illinois medical malpractice issues. He rules out tort reform to cap damages, cites unregulated insurance as a key problem, and notes the state Medical Society Insurance Exchange may have undue influence. Doctor Joseph Rubelowsky pleads for state relief as more physicians relocate or liquidate assets to cover rising premiums.
Thursday features rotisserie takeout chicks praised as fast convenient and flavorful. Lar leasing gains a fresh lease for carmakers and drivers. Earth Day celebration coverage highlights eco friendly activities and tips.
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