Illinois taxpayers could save more than $3 billion a year from government consolidation and mandate relief, according to Gov. Bruce Rauner.
Here’s a link to the story at Illinois News Network.
Rauner says taxpayers could save $3.5 billion if consolidation recommendations enacted
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President Trump in Granite City to celebrate rejuvenated steel industry
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Trump celebrates U.S. steel renaissance during visit to Granite City
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President Donald Trump celebrated the return of the U.S. steel industry during a speech inside a reopened steel plant in Granite City on Thursday.
Here’s a link to the story at Illinois News Network.
Bank robbery suspect in custody, identified as Arthur W. Bays of Marion
July 27, 2018 By Leave a Comment
The suspect in the armed robbery at State Bank of Whittington in Benton on July 26 has been identified as Arthur W. Bays, 81, of Marion, IL.
Photo of Arthur W. Bays while the robbery was in progress at State Bank of Whittington.
Bays was taken in to custody without incident at his residence in the 1100 Block of West Main Street in Marion, IL this afternoon. A joint effort by the Benton, West City, West Frankfort, Marion, Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, FBI along with numerous tips called in by the public allowed for a swift resolution of the incident. Bays entered the bank at 9:10 a.m. and displayed a handgun in his waistband and demanded money from the bank teller. An undisclosed amount of money was taken. No injuries were reported. Bays fled the scene in a silver Chevrolet Cruze.
Bays is currently being held in the Williamson County Jail pending federal charges.
Joan R. Wehmeyer – Thompsonville, IL
July 26, 2018 By Leave a Comment
Joan R. Wehmeyer, 71, of Thompsonville, passed away 10:05 a.m., on Wednesday, July 25, 2018, at Herrin Hospital, surrounded by her family.
She was born on December 21, 1946 to Eugene and Ann (Munis) Ryan in Chicago, IL. Joan retired as a Registered Nurse for Dr. P. Sahni.
Joan was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Joan enjoyed traveling with her husband around the world, road trips with the Corvette Club, going to NHRA races, and reading. She especially enjoyed participating in humanitarian trips to Thailand, distributing school supplies to children.
Joan is survived by her loving husband, Frank; two daughters, Michelle Manalang and husband Stuart Kahler of Marshfield, WI, and Karen Stark and husband Warren of Woodlawn, IL; four sons, Patrick Manalang of Marion, IL, Kevin Manalang and wife Erica of Woburn, MA, Frank Wehmeyer of Paducah, KY, and Aaron Wehmeyer of Odell, IL; twelve Grandchildren, Hayden Richardson, Landon Richardson, Remington Kahler, Wednesday Manalang, Case Manalang, Cody Martin, Wyatt Martin, Dylan Wehmeyer, Sam Wehmeyer, Austin Stark, Taylor Stark, and Morrisa Stark.
She was preceded in death by father, Eugene Ryan, mother, Ann (Munis) Ryan, and sister, Mary Golem.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, Benton, IL.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Memorials contributions may be made to St. John’s Catholic School in West Frankfort, IL, and donations will be accepted at the funeral home.
Online condolences can be given at www.patefh.com.
Scott Crosson – Peoria, IL (formerly of Marion, IL)
July 26, 2018 By Leave a Comment
Scott Crosson, age 61, of Peoria, IL, formerly of Marion, passed away peacefully with his family by his side at 5:38 a.m. on Sunday, July 22, 2018, in Unity Methodist Hospital of Peoria.
He was born on Friday, September 14, 1956, in Los Angeles, CA, the son of Frank and Loretta (Morgan) Crosson.
Scott’s childhood years were spent in California before his family moved back to Marion in 1965.
He attended school in Marion and was a graduate of Marion High School Class of 1974. He continued on with his education by attending at John A. Logan College of Carterville, IL and later at Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, IL.
With a degree in Business Finance, Scott was employed with several financial service companies during his career with his last being All State Insurance of Peoria.
He is survived by his parents, Frank and Loretta Crosson of Marion; wife, Vickie Crosson of Peoria; daughter, Amy Westcott and her husband Ryan of Vechy, MO; three sons, Michael, Andrew and Jonathan Crosson all of Peoria; grandson, Colt Westcott of Vechy, MO; two sisters, Jane Crosson and her husband Bruce Stroebe of Prior Lake, MN and Diana Kozar and her husband Joe of Union, KY; brother, Dan Crosson and his wife Teddi of Waipahu, HI; two nephews, Benjamin Kozar of Union, KY and Daniel Joseph Kozar and his wife Hanna of Cleveland, TN; two great nephews, James and Pepa Kozar both of Cleveland, TN, other extended family and many friends.
Local arrangements have been entrusted to Wilson-McReynolds Funeral Home, 900 North Court Street, Marion, IL.
The visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 28, 2018, at the funeral home.
For those who prefer, memorial contributions may be made to “American Cancer Society.” Memorial contribution envelopes will be available at the funeral home or may be mailed in care of Wilson-McReynolds Funeral Home, 900 North Court Street, Marion, IL 62959.
To leave an online condolence of memory please visit our website at www.wilsonmcreynolds.com or for more information call the funeral home at 618-993-2131.
Eva M. (Gray) Fred – Benton, IL
July 26, 2018 By Leave a Comment
Eva M. (Gray) Fred, 78, of Benton, IL passed away in peace Tuesday, July 24, 2018 at the Herrin Hospital with both of her daughters by her side holding both of her hands.
Eva was born on December 19, 1939 in Whittington, IL the daughter of Hamilton (Hammy) & Gertrude (Flach) Gray.
She worked as an LPN for over 50 years working at Franklin Hospital, several area nursing homes and 20 years at Big Muddy Correctional Center. She was a lifelong Cardinals Fan.
Eva is survived by her daughters, Linda Sanders, of Benton and Anna (Victor) Shockley, of Benton; grandchildren Stara (Nick) Rankin, of Wisconsin, Stephanie (James) Wilson, of Akin, Casey Sanders, of Johnston City, Ryan Sanders, of South Dakota, Daniel (Christy) Shockley, of Christopher, Jerett Shockley, of Benton, Nick Shockley, of Benton and Hunter Shockley, of Benton; great-grandchildren Madelyn, Clayton, Lukas, Jesa, Evan, Kade, Alex, Rylan and Giah and her fur baby, Peanut.
Mrs. Fred was preceded in death by her parents and by one daughter, Kim Renee Crider
Funeral services will be held at 5 p.m. on Thursday, July 26, 2018 at the Morton & Johnston Funeral Home in Benton with Rev. Ron Cremeens officiating. Burial will be in the Shiloh Cemetery in Whittington. Visitation will be from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family to assist with funeral expenses.
For more information or to sign the online guest register please visit www.mortonjohnstonfuneralhome.com
Memphis ace Hudson pulled early from Wednesday start as Cards consider move
July 26, 2018 By Leave a Comment
MEMPHIS — In a move that appeared to be equal parts theater and congratulations, Class AAA Memphis manager Stubby Clapp abruptly walked to the mound in the second inning Wednesday night of Dakota Hudson’s start at Salt Lake City, handed him a ball, and commenced a parade of hugs.
Here’s a link to the story at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
Cards lose 7-3, come home weary and worse off
July 26, 2018 By Leave a Comment
CINCINNATI — The bullpen continued its skid Wednesday and there were scads of marooned baserunners in a 7-3 loss to Cincinnati, but as the Cardinals scuttled home from their weeklong, eight-game getaway to try to revive their season, something far more galling returned with them.
Here’s a link to the story at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
Javier Baez comes off bench to help Cubs grind out 2-1 victory over Diamondbacks
July 26, 2018 By Leave a Comment
Javier Baez wasn’t going to let the pain in his left knee stop him from reaching first base as the potential winning run.
Here’s a link to the story at the Chicago Tribune.
