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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 2004
Page
1
Column inside outlines a state law that protects volunteer firefighters from dismissal without cause. The piece notes the legislative intent to safeguard service members while maintaining department effectiveness and public safety.
A Chester jury convicted Kevin S. Cavenar, 41, of first degree murder for stabbing his girlfriend Frances Tobben, 37, to death at their home after a short trial and an hour of deliberation. Sentencing set for Sept 16 at 1 p.m. with the state seeking the maximum 60 years.
In Herrin and Harrisburg schools, youngsters from Drake Holland to Megan Holland wind door to door selling chocolates, wrapping paper, and magazine subscriptions to support activities. Administrators say 20 to 25 fundraisers yearly aid football, wrestling, softball, baseball, fine arts, and parent teacher groups despite concerns about delivery and overexposure.
Tight budget cripples Union County state’s attorney’s ability to prosecute new deceptive practice cases as bad checks flow through local commerce. Voters in November focus on the office, while interim State’s Attorney Dale Grasher works within funds, and business owners voice concerns about payment collections and enforcement. Bill Jackson notes few complaints but declines to call the situation chaotic.
Local farmers foresee a strong corn harvest this season with high expectations and earlier picking dates. University of Illinois Extension expert Dennis Epplin notes potential record yields in many areas while soybeans face lingering issues from late planting and possible sudden death syndrome. Du Quoin farmer Rick Krone reports healthy corn overall but SDS threatens some soybean stands due to a moist spring.
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