Blood evidence ties suspect to 2009 Benson family killings
DNA analyst linked blood in Christopher Harris truck to Rick Gee and blood on Harris shoe to Gee’s son Dillon in the Benson home massacre that killed Ruth and Raymond Gee and three children. Testimony details Harris and brother’s alleged night of heavy drinking as investigators describe the fatal beatings.
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Williamson County considers light zoning for dilapidated properties
The Franklin Williamson Bi County Health Department flags dilapidated properties as a maintenance issue amid foreclosures. Commissioner Brent Gentry notes most calls involve out of state mortgage repossessions and seven active cases. Board Chair Ron Ellis cites safety concerns, snakes, rodents and meth manufacture, urging a light zoning ordinance modeled on municipal rules. The discussion aims to protect property values without constraining farmers and industry.
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Closing Stocks Report From New York Market
Friday’s NYSE activity lists many active stocks with varied closes. Major names include ExxonMobil, Chevron, Boeing, Caterpillar, Coca Cola, Apple, Delta, Ford, and General Electric reflecting price swings and session lows and highs.
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Mixed Grain Futures Dip and Rise on Chicago Board
Grain futures were mixed on the Chicago Board of Trade with July wheat down 4.5 cents to 6.8325 a bushel, July corn up 11.25 cents to 6.5275, July oats down 2.25 cents to 3.755, and July soybeans up 21 cents to 14.485 a bushel. The report lists numerous stock quotes and tickers alongside the grains.
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Felon Pleads Guilty to Possession of Firearm in Carbondale
Andre W. Scott of Carbondale pleaded guilty May 9 to being a felon in possession of a firearm after a November dispute in Carbondale where he retrieved a .38 revolver and threatened several people. He faces up to 10 years, three years supervised release, and a $250,000 fine. the weapon may be forfeited. He is held without bond awaiting Aug. 22 sentencing. The case was investigated by Carbondale Police and ATF.
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Marathon fund drive funds playground gear at local school
Karla Brown and volunteers lead a school charity marathon to buy playground equipment as Principal Betsy George notes the project is the largest fundraiser since the 1980 opening. The building from the 1950s needs roof and wall repairs and raises salaries concerns. Lucas Cherry, SIU alum, helped start the effort and teens completed 26 miles. Natalie Rendleman, 14, finished first in six days, earning praise and donations.
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Williamson County weighs insurance plan adjustments to curb deficits
Williamson County considers trimming budgets and increasing premiums or co pays to stabilize the $720,000 allocated for more than 300 employees insured. Insurance chair Bill Alstat says budgeting must improve while board chair John Rendleman notes current premiums and claims are in line but aging workforce and high future claims require balance between county liability and premiums. Union negotiations start this summer, with contracts likely resolved before the next fiscal year.
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John Rendleman
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