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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 2002
Page
1
Column One notes Gov elect Rod Blagojevich faces a reality check during a Springfield visit as readers see political implications unfold. The piece previews higher profile statewide issues and governance challenges ahead.
Matthew Bacon 22 of West Frankfort was found not guilty on four of five charges in the death of Howard Willis from a Nov 11 2001 crash. He was convicted only of misdemeanor driving under the influence as Willis’s family reacted and Willis’s widow called the outcome a nightmare.
First big winter snow of the year hits the area causing numerous traffic accidents. Schools closed and parents urged to check cancelations as National Weather Service foresees continued snow today in southern Illinois. Weather official Pat Spoden of the Paducah forecast office warns conditions remain a mess.
Details 1DOT launches www.illinoisroads.info providing maps for construction areas winter road conditions traveler safety info and maps. Phone support at 800 452 4368. Weather outlook mid 20s to upper 30s with weekend rebound to 40s. Snow accumulation hit southern counties prompting several weather related crashes as drivers slow down is urged. SEE SNOW / PAGE 2A
Marion Memorial Hospital delays the move into Heartland Regional Medical Center after an Illinois Department of Public Health preoccupancy inspection. Officials say issues on a punch list including wall caulking, signage, circuit labeling, and sprinkler head bracing were corrected, with a follow-up inspection expected soon and a move by month’s end, just a few days late.
Marion city hall fire caused 50 000 to 75 000 dollars in damage but city operations continued. Mayor Bob Butler notes sprinkler system prevented greater loss while police move to fire department and water damage mainly affects the police basement. Chief Ron Swafford says most equipment survived and a wet computer still works.
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