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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 2007
Page
7
Repairs continue after a 30 foot roof collapse at the Mach Mine in Johnston City. MSHA inspectors ordered a shutdown until the site is deemed safe to re enter. The mine employs about 175 and has 60 citations since 2005.
Mount Vernon Township High School Superintendent Terry Milt said there were absolutely zero campus incidents after a lunchtime disturbance that led to two teachers being assaulted and three students taken into custody. He noted no evidence of racial motivation and downplayed gang concerns while keeping security in place.
Benton County hosts a new display at the County Seat Antique Mall featuring rare Southern Illinois artifacts. Opening to the public on Saturday, the exhibit showcases a collection of regional items and historical curiosities.
Franklin County and Southern Illinois showcase rare artifacts at County Seat Antique Mall from 10 am to 6 pm Monday through Saturday and 1 to 5 pm Sunday. Highlights include photos of gangster Charlie Birger, a 1928 Benton execution, a Civil War cavalry sword from a Thompsonville family, and local milk bottles.
CARBONDALE The Cellar owners Paul and Michelle Stokes seek a large expansion with outdoor seating to retain smoking customers after the statewide ban starts Jan 1. The Liquor Advisory Board backed the plan but the couple will delay changes until enforcement details are clear.
Johnston City police and fire merit board spent over two hours hearing evidence and recesses but could not decide whether to dismiss Officer Tony Kendrick. The dispute centers on whether Kendrick said he had one reprimand letter or more during a February 8 disciplinary hearing, with city officials disputing the count.
The Murphysboro Board of Zoning and Appeals tabled public comments for the Watson Glen housing plan at 361 Watson Road, a 50-unit development by Gandalf Group funded through the states Section 42 program. A Oct. 10 public hearing was set, with about 40 residents attending.
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