Dozens of asylum-seekers, all in the country illegally, are complaining that New York City wants to move them from their current housing in a three-star Manhattan hotel to a less cushy site in Brooklyn. They are protesting what they call “discrimination against immigrants” and refusing to budge, loathe to leave their mini-bars and en suite bathrooms.
Tom Brady announces retirement: Patriots, Buccaneers legend walks away after 23 seasons in the NFL
February 1, 2023 By Leave a Comment
Tom Brady is calling it a career once again. This time around, it does seem as if this is the last we’ll see of the seven-time Super Bowl champion. Brady proclaimed that he’ll be stepping away from the game after 23 seasons on Wednesday a few weeks following Tampa Bay’s playoff loss to the Dallas Cowboys to wrap up Super Wild Card Weekend.
Protesters disrupt Chicago mayoral forum as candidates exchange personal attacks
February 1, 2023 By Leave a Comment
Chicago’s mayoral hopefuls exchanged personal attacks during a contentious candidate forum Tuesday evening that was repeatedly interrupted by loud protesters.
Pritzker sets May 11 as end to Illinois’ COVID-19 disaster proclamations
February 1, 2023 By Leave a Comment
(The Center Square) – Now that the end of disaster proclamations in Illinois has been announced, a nonprofit is calling for changes in executive powers.
Illinois AG to request expedited review of gun ban challenge upheld by appellate court
February 1, 2023 By Leave a Comment
(The Center Square) – The state of Illinois is expected to ask for an expedited review by the Illinois Supreme Court after a temporary restraining order was upheld Tuesday against Illinois’ gun ban on behalf of 866 plaintiffs who sued in Effingham County.
Op-Ed: Can American history survive this generaton?
January 31, 2023 By Leave a Comment
“One of the saddest signs of our times is that we have demonized those who produce, subsidized those who refuse to produce, and canonized those who complain the most.” – Thomas Sowell
BREAKING: Temporary restraining order against Illinois’ gun ban upheld by appellate court
January 31, 2023 By Leave a Comment
(The Center Square) – The temporary restraining order against Illinois’ gun ban issued by an Effingham County judge has been upheld by the Fifth District Appellate Court of Illinois.
William “Billy Joe” Loman – Sesser, IL
January 30, 2023 By Leave a Comment
William “Billy Joe” Loman, 94, of Sesser, passed away on Friday January 27, 2023 at Nature Trail Nursing Home in Sesser.
He was born on October 11, 1928 in Sesser, IL to James and Iva Bell (Bradley) Loman. He married Betty (Pierce) Loman and she preceded him in death.
He is survived by his children Rhonda Bullington of Mt Vernon, Kathy (Gene) Jones of Bluford, Peggy (Toby) York of Mt Vernon, Steve (Paula) Loman of Mt Vernon and David Loman of Waltonville; thirteen grandchildren and several great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, one son Jeff Loman and ten brothers and sisters Harrison Loman, Howard Loman, Jeri Wakeup, William Homer Loman, Ina Whitsell, Kenneth Loman, Donna Roberts, Max Loman, Ruth Ann Loman and Harold Loman.
Graveside services will be on Thursday February 2, 2023 at 10:00 AM at the Maple Hill Cemetery in Sesser with Brother Larry Cook officiating. Visitation will be on Wednesday February 1, 2023 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at the Brayfield-Gilbert Funeral home in Sesser.
For more information go to our website www.gilbertfuneralhomes.com
Walter “Duke” Dudzinski – Buckner, IL
January 30, 2023 By Leave a Comment
Walter “Duke” Dudzinski, age 86, of Buckner, passed away at 9:05 p.m., Saturday, January 28, 2023, at the Stonebridge Nursing and Rehab Center of Benton.
His wishes are to be cremated with no public services.
Leffler Funeral Home of Benton; is in charge of the cremation arrangements.
Walter was born on April 11, 1936, in Hartford, Connecticut; the son of Walter Dudzinski and Mary (Krulikowski) Dudzinski.
Walt served in the U.S. Army at the end of the Korean War, serving in Germany. He would also serve in the National Guard.
While living in Florida, “Duke” worked as a security guard.
He loved the Lord; enjoyed singing and playing the organ and piano. The family said he loved to mimic Elvis. He was a huge John Wayne fan, and that is how he got his nickname. He also enjoyed playing scratch off lottery tickets.
Surviving is a sister-in-law Wanda Dudzinski of Buckner; four nephews: David Dudzinski of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Eli Wirtes of Southington, Connecticut, Jacob Wirtes of Creal Springs, Illinois, George Dudzinski, Jr. of Valier, Illinois; and his cat “Precious”.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers: Joseph Dudzinski and George Dudzinski, Sr.
Memorial contributions may be made to Friends of Franklin County Animal Control, P.O. Box 210, Christopher, Illinois 62822.
To leave online condolences to the family, or to share memories of Marvin, visit www.lpfuneralhome.com
Billy Ray Motsinger-Mulkeytown, IL
January 29, 2023 By Leave a Comment
Billy Ray Motsinger, 89, of Mulkeytown, passed away on Friday January 27, 2023 at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale.
He was born on February 26, 1933 in Mulkeytown to George and Bertha (Rude) Motsinger. He married Stella (Yaridich) Motsinger on June 8, 1955 and she preceded him in death on August 10, 2004.
He is survived by his children George Motsinger Sr. of Mulkeytown and Susan Motsinger of Mulkeytown; three grandchildren Holly Motsinger, George Motsinger Jr. and April Motsinger.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, daughter-in-law Cathy Motsinger, four sisters Dorothy Motsinger, Alice Bacon, Ruby Dangreau and Aslee McGuire and six brothers Louie Motsinger, Virgil Motsinger, Edward Motsinger, Johnny Motsinger, Charles Motsinger and Clyde Motsinger.
He was an Electrician and was very proud to serve in the United States Army during the Korean War.
Funeral services will be on Saturday February 4, 2023 at 11:00 AM at the Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher with Matt Griswold officiating. Visitation will be on Saturday from 9:00 AM until the time of the service at 11:00 AM at the funeral home.
For more information go to our website www.gilbertfuneralhomes.com
