Indoor court in West Frankfort fuels winter fans
Column notes fans can enjoy an indoor court in West Frankfort during winter with mention of Page 1B and Inside Marion. Other items include Garnali on murder linked to drug use, Johnson County homeless grant sharing, Hess promoting affordable housing in Blagojevich era, court reports on lawsuits across several counties, and national and world briefs. Weather outlook shows partly cloudy today with mid 30s, windy, tonight clear, Saturday sunny with mid 30s. Subscriptions and site details listed. The Southern Illinoisan, 2002 General Excellence Award citation.
Carbondale man gets 90 days in murder plea deal
Reginald Cavitt pleaded guilty to unlawful use of a weapon by a felon for his role in the Sept. 28 shooting death of Rodney Jones. He was sentenced to 90 days in jail and 24 months probation, with credit for about 80 days served. The case began with two counts of first degree murder against Cavitt and other gun offenses.
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Water Woes in Johnston City Over Meter Mystery
Elizabeth Wright faced a $338.53 bill and then a $467.35 bill after months of small charges. Her daughter challenges the readings, byte by byte. plumbers found no leaks. Officials blame possible water use, while a new meter was installed at the request of a relative. Local contention centers on meter accuracy and prior high bills.
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Barham withdraws clemency petition in Illinois case
Former Shawnee Correctional Center Warden William Barham has pulled his clemency petition. His case remains on appeal in the 5th Judicial District in Mount Vernon, with no hearings set. Barham was convicted in 2001 for aggravated DUI and reckless homicide in the death of Jerry W. Isom at Shawnee.
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Little progress in SIU Carbondale contract talks
In the first 2003 negotiating session between Southern Illinois University Carbondale Faculty Association and the administration no new proposals or agreements emerged. Spokeswoman Sue Davis called the session positive with substantial discussion. Faculty president Morteza Daneshdoost said teams would meet again.
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UN inspectors find no smoking gun in Iraq weapons claim
U N weapons inspectors said there is no smoking gun proving Iraq holds nuclear chemical or biological weapons but require private access to scientists and fresh evidence. The Bush administration warned Saddam will face consequences if he does not disarm as Blix and ElBaradei seek more time and intelligence.
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