Union County Fair Schedule Highlights and Events
The Union County Fair continues with free harness and mule racing at 3 p.m. and a 7 p.m. tractor pull. Veterans with organization cards or caps receive free admission. A 1 p.m. junior livestock auction and 1-9 p.m. exhibition hours are listed, followed by a 3 p.m. harness and mule event and a 7 p.m. horse show. Friday features 9 a.m. exhibitor checks.
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Officer struck by ATV suspect with nine warrants
Borders is sought on nine warrants across Williamson Jackson Union and Richland counties for offenses including financial exploitation of the elderly home repair fraud theft by deception and unlawful acquisition of a controlled substance. Bond exceeds 160000. 16000 cash bond. He is in Williamson County Jail Marion awaiting circuit court on Sept 10 and has an Aug 30 court date for an unrelated case. Dream Flight of Herrin aided the search.
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Demolition Derby and Exhibits At Local Fair
Events list includes 9 a.m. to noon for claimable exhibits and an 8 p.m. demolition derby with discounted rides available all day at the fairground.
Temporary dean of students post opened at grade school
The district posted a one year temporary dean of students position at the grade school. Bleyer said internal candidates will be considered first to avoid pulling staff from other systems. The board's next meeting is September 20.
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West Frankfort plans pool funding and public involvement
The board says community input matters as it seeks $211,600 more to finish the indoor pool project. About $1.0 million has been raised from private gifts, a $395,000 tax referendum, and a $200,000 Illinois DNR grant. A pay-as-you-go plan aims to complete the project while keeping residents in the process. The meeting is Monday at 7 p.m. in the park’s south-end office.
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Bill targets fish farm thieves in southern Illinois
Springfield lawmakers push HB2528 to deter theft and trespass on aquatic life farms. First offense carries Class A misdemeanor up to 364 days and $2500. second offense becomes Class 4 felony with 1-3 years and up to $25,000. Gov. Ryan seeks jury trial in contested forfeiture cases. Law takes effect Jan 1 if passed.
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Murphysboro
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Penalties Toughened in Four DUI Law Measures
Gov. George H. Ryan signed four DUI law measures on Friday increasing penalties for high BAC levels and DUI with a child, adding mandatory jail time for repeat offenders, requiring ignition interlock devices, and allowing immobilization of vehicles with plates removed or locking devices. It tightens penalties for repeat offenders and school zone crashes, and adds a $100 fine for second or subsequent DUI offenses.
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