Local woman sentenced to five years for theft

November 30, 2012 By Leave a Comment

By BRUCE A. FASOL

In Franklin County court Thursday, 42-year-old Tiffanie Crabtree was sentenced to five years in prison for theft over $500.

Crabtree was convicted of taking the purse of a woman working at Days Inn Motel in West City. Earlier this year, Crabtree, according to the victim, came into the business to drop off a resume for employment. When the woman turned away to deliver the paper, Crabtree jumped the counter and took the purse of the victim. In that purse were electronics, money, credit cards and irreplaceable pictures. None of the items have ever been located.

Police started investigation of this case with a valuable clue: The resume that Crabtree dropped off before she stole the purse did indeed contain her correct address. She was arrested and charged with theft over $500. A $550 assessment was also made on Crabtree. That money is owed to the West Frankfort woman she robbed. However, the victim was told by the States Attorney’s office that she was one of several that Crabtree owed restitution to due to past convictions.

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Benton man faces battery charges

November 29, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Benton Police have arrested David A. Hunt, 21, of Benton after a call about a domestic dispute on Wednesday night.

Police investigated the dispute in the 1400 block of South Pope Street, and charged Hunt with aggravated domestic battery, domestic battery, battery, unlawful interference with the reporting of domestic violence, and two counts of criminal damage to property.

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Drop off toy and clothing donations today at Illinois Centre Mall

November 29, 2012 By Leave a Comment

The Spiel, a new daytime talk show premiering in January, is collecting new or lightly used toys and children’s clothing today at the show’s studios in the Illinois Star Centre mall, Marion.

Donations may be dropped off today between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. The show is also collecting gift wrapping materials.

Items will be distributed to needy children this weekend.

For more information, call (618) 534-5645 or email admin@SpielOn.com.

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Benton Police charge two with driving while license suspended

November 28, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Benton Police were advised of a reckless driver heading north bound on Hwy 37 heading into Benton on Tuesday.  Officers attempted to stop the suspect vehicle, however, the vehicle did not stop.  Through investigation, police discovered the abandoned vehicle on Election Street and later located the suspect driver nearby.  The suspect was identified as Harold W. Keim, 54, of Carbondale.  Keim was arrested and charged with driving while license suspended, aggravated reckless driving, fleeing and attempting to elude a peace officer, and disobeying a stop sign.

Also on Tuesday, Jason E. Kirkpatrick, 26, of Sesser was arrested by Benton Police after a traffic stop at West Main and Mill Street.  Kirkpatrick was charged with driving while license suspended.

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John A. Logan College scholarship awarded

November 28, 2012 By Leave a Comment
By BRUCE A. FASOL
A Murphysboro woman has been announced as the winner of a prestigious scholarship at John A. Logan College. Theresa Heern is the recipient of the Dr. Fred Nolen Scholarship.
Money for the award is made by family, and friends through an endowment that they have set up.

Through his Orthodontic practice, Dr. Nolen was well known and beloved by hundreds of Southern Illinoisans.  As a long time member of the John A. Logan College Foundation Board of Directors, Dr. Nolen contributed of his time, energy, and resources to support John A. Logan College and its students.

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Benton Police arrest two

November 27, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Benton Police arrested Tyler W. Atchison, 28, of Benton on Nov. 20. Police were acting on an active Franklin County warrant for petition to revoke probation.  Atchison was transported to the Franklin County Jail with bond set at $1,500.

On Nov. 25, Benton Police arrested Samuel C. Caraker, 34, of Benton. Caraker is charged with driving while license revoked, fleeing or attempting to elude a peace officer, reckless driving, and operating an uninsured vehicle.

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WF City Council to discuss next step in electric aggregation process

November 27, 2012 By Leave a Comment

By BRUCE A. FASOL

A regular meeting of the West Frankfort City Council is slated for tonight at 7 p.m. at City Hall, 201 E. Nolen St. One of the items listed in the agenda is the next step in the city’s electric aggregation process: Commissioners will consider approval of an agreement with the city of Marion to pool their households and buy energy under the same contract.

West Frankfort voters approved an electric aggregation referendum earlier this month, which allows the city to buy power in bulk on the futures market for residents, a move that can save households 20 to 25 percent on the purchased power rate on their electric bills.

Both Marion and West Frankfort have contracted with Select Energy to facilitate the electric aggregation process, and the company has recommended the two cities buy under one contract, as more households can add up to greater savings.

West Frankfort residents will be given the opportunity to “opt out” of electric aggregation and continue to buy their electricity from Ameren before the program begins.

The Council is also expected to approve a $35,000 loan to Morthland College. This had been discussed at a previous council meeting, but tabled. There had been concern that the city would not be able to grant the loan to the private college.
A third major item on the agenda is the next step in renovating the now cleared site of UMWA Hospital, on West St. Louis Street. The site, being purchased by the city, will be offered to developers. At tonight’s meeting, the Council is expected to approve a $2,500 expenditure to begin Phase One of the environmental site assessment.
A new tenant is expected to be approved for the Business Incubator, Street Department grievances will be discussed, and routine business is also expected to come before the council tonight. As always, the meeting is open to the public.
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SIH announces photo contest for new community resource center

November 27, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Southern Illinois Healthcare has announced a photo contest to help decorate a community resource center the company is opening at University Mall in Carbondale.

SIH calls the center “The Place,” and says it will be convenient place to get information on SIH resources and ways to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

“There are significant resources available in southern Illinois for individuals to optimize their health and wellness,” said Woody Thorne, Vice President of Community Affairs. “The problem is that people often are not aware or do not know how to access these services.”

The company says the mall will be a central location to offer information about those health resources. Construction is underway.

Residents of Southern Illinois can help bring The Place to life by submitting photographs to be displayed throughout the facility. Photographers are encouraged to use their cameras to showcase what southern Illinois living means to them. Images should convey the beauty and benefits of living in southern Illinois.  Possible subjects may include nature, events, or people.

The Place Photo Contest will end on Dec. 15, 2012 and finalists will be selected in January of 2013.  Winning photos will be unveiled during the grand opening of The Place in 2013.

For more information and official rules for The Place Photo Contest, visit www.sih.net/theplace or call 877-480-4040.

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Last day to order fruit from Farm Bureau

November 27, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Today is the order deadline if you wish to buy citrus fruit from the Franklin County Farm Bureau this season.

Oranges, grapefruit and tangelos are available for $25 for four-fifths of a bushel or $15 for two-fifths of a bushel. Call the Farm Bureau office at (618) 435-3616 to order.

The bureau also has pecans for sale in the office – 1-pound bags of shelled pecan halves are $9. The Franklin County Farm Bureau office is located at 1210 Highway 14 West in Benton.

 

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RLC Cheerleading team hosting spaghetti fund-raiser Dec. 1

November 27, 2012 By Leave a Comment

The Rend Lake College Cheerleading team will hold a Spaghetti Supper Fund-raiser at 5 p.m., following the Warriors and Lady Warriors conference basketball home openers on Saturday, Dec. 1.

The event will last until 7:30 p.m. and will take place in the RLC Student Center. Tickets are $7 for spaghetti, breadstick, salad, dessert and a drink. They can be purchased from any member of the cheerleading team, or reserved by contacting Coach Nikki LaBuwi-Corollo at 618-513-1978, or by e-mail at nlabuwi@hotmail.com. Take-out is an option.

The Dec. 1 Lady Warriors home game tips off at 1 p.m., followed by the Warriors game at 3 p.m. Both teams are opening the conference season against Lincoln Trail.

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