Marion probes county center plan amid progress and damage
Williamson County will construct a $4 million three story 30000 square foot administrative center next to the courthouse. Construction starts this summer with funding by the building commission to house the treasurer clerk assessor and commissioners offices. In Marion a tavern on the square suffered structural damage with bricks falling but no injuries reported as city workers assess the scene. Franklin County moves to speed up an animal control facility to replace the fire destroyed shelter with an estimated cost around $225000 and immediate starting plans.
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Brent Gentry
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Square
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John Brown
Eibeck
City Hall
Franklin County Board
Randall Crocker
Crocker
Franklin County
Jarrett Bray
Layoffs Hit Pinckneyville GS Metals Plant
More than 20 workers at the former GS Metals plant in Pinckneyville learned their jobs were cut as plant owner Cooper B-Line closed channel and cable-tray lines, eliminating 23 union positions. Union leader Dennis Zimmerman cited duplication of work with other Highland and Troy plants as the main reason.
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GS Metals
Dennis Zimmerman
United Steelworkers of America Union
Cooper B-Line
Zimmerman
Highland
Troy
Joseph Holder
Holder
Technicolor Universal Media Services
Burglaries Rise in Marion Amid Local Crime Report
In Marion residential burglaries rose from 76 in 2006 to 88 in 2007 and vehicle burglaries from 148 to 173. Assistant Chief John Eibeck urged precautions as most vehicle burglaries stem from unlocked cars with valuables inside, noting a suspect’s arrest cut burglaries in the western quadrant. Benton and Herrin saw little overall change.
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Marion
John Eibeck
Benton
Mike O’neill
Herrin
Mary Jones
Marion police urge home safety after burglaries last year
Marion police officers advise residents to lock windows and doors and leave lights on when away. Detective Eibeck notes no homes were occupied during burglaries and patrols will increase when homeowners travel. A watchdog and crime watch program are encouraged to provide extra eyes and ears. Property linked to owners has been recovered, though no arrests have yet been made. Citizens should report suspicious activity immediately.
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Steve Jahnke
Southern Photo
Dave Herbert
Cherry Street
Marion
Jay Rix
Ribeck
Eibeck
Williamson County adopts new nepotism policy
In Williamson County the board of commissioners approved a nepotism policy aimed at hiring the best qualified applicants. The measure defines relatives as spouses and close kin and seeks to end favoritism by high office holders. Board Chairman Brent Gentry comments on the approach.
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Marion
Williamson County
Board of Commissioners
Brent Gentry
Plans to annex Stiritz Whiteash off the table
Johnston City Alderman Ryan Horn said a November referendum to annex Whiteash and Stiritz was terminated after a strong negative response from residents. Citizens cited fears of higher property taxes and more Williamson County roadwork, with about 140 signatures collected in Stiritz against the move. Ed Jordan organized the petition at Nancy's salon.
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Ryan Horn
Whiteash
Stiritz
Johnston City Hall
Horn
Williamson County
Reporter’s voyage: from Southern Illinois to Las Vegas
The writer describes a travel ordeal from Lambert Airport St Louis to Las Vegas on a Tuesday, noting snow, a smooth flight, hotel arrival near MGM Grand and Mandalay Bay, and the challenge of catching up on interviews and photos. The piece previews more Las Vegas coverage to come.
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