Canton ethanol plant up and running Nov 10, 2008
The plant is buying grain from four regional elevators including one in Fiatt, one in the Glasford area, Western Grain Marketing near Macomb, and Akron Services near Galesburg, he noted. An Ohio-based business called The Andersons Inc. recently signed a long-term lease agreement with Green Lion Bio-Fuels LLC of Canton for a grain storage facility near the ethanol plant. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Warsaw, Nauvoo-Colusa welcome new, returning teachers Aug 30, 2008
She has seven years of teaching experience at Illini Bluffs District in Glasford, Ill. Nauvoo-Colusa. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Traffic stop nets 50 grams of pot Aug 29, 2008
Carter and a passenger, Shannon E. Benefield, 21, of Glasford, were each arrested on felony charges for possession of cannabis over 30 grams and possession of cannabis over 30 grams with intent to deliver. Another passenger, and Bryan L. Dunn, 33, of East Peoria, was arrest for possession of cannabis under 10 grams. (Pekin Times, IL)
Glasford man gets prison for credit card crime Aug 24, 2008
PEKIN A Glasford man will spend two years in the Illinois Department of Corrections for stealing a credit card and withdrawing 900 from area ATMs for his own use. Jason McCree, 33, of 8412 Parker St., Glasford, was sentenced Friday to two years by 10th Judicial Circuit Court Judge Stephen Kouri for unlawful use of a credit card, a Class 3 felony. (Pekin Times, IL)
TODAY, Aug. 16 Aug 16, 2008
-- Graham Hospital Home Health will hold a blood pressure clinic from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Glasford Senior Center, 100 Main, Glasford. -- Farmington Country Manor and the Methodist Well Mobile will provide free health screenings from 8 to 10 a.m. at the Tri-County Senior Center in Farmington. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
POLICE ROUNDUP Jul 30, 2008
GLASFORD MAN ARRESTED FOR DISORDERLY CONDUCT, RESISTING ... The subject was identified as Brent D. Peters, 23, of Glasford. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
It's a busy day for area baseball, softball teams May 27, 2008
In Class 1A, Heart of Illinois runner-up Tremont (25-7) tests Lincoln Trail champion Alexis United (24-2) and freshman pitching sensation Katie Bertelsen in the Glasford Sectional title game, moved back from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. following Friday's rainfall. The Tremont-Alexis United winner advances to the Lanark Supersectional Monday to face the Lanark Sectional champion. (Pekin Times, IL)
IB breaks the ice for inaugural game May 22, 2008
Playoff-savvy Illini Bluffs certainly hopes so, as the Tigers host an inaugural Class 1A girls' softball sectional at Glasford. Illini Bluffs (22-8) squares off with Alexis United (23-2) at 4:15 p.m. today before Tremont (24-7) takes on Bushnell-Prairie City/Avon (23-6) at the same time Thursday. (Pekin Times, IL)
Pekin man wins fishing tourney May 22, 2008
Roger Clark of Glasford won the Illini Lunkers hunters May 10 tourney at Spring Lake South with three bass weighing 10. 49 pounds. (Pekin Times, IL)
IHSA Class A Track Meet full results May 17, 2008
5, Niki Arends (Sr), Glasford Illini Bluffs, 34-8. 6, Whitney VanDerspool (Sr), Monticello, 34-7 1/4. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Car race to benefit Parkinson's research Apr 8, 2008
Born at home on Washington Street in Pekin, Bohlander was 3 years old when his family moved to Glasford, where he lived until 1988 ... We have a friend from Glasford in his early 40s who is facing many of the same challenges, she said, noting that her husband's positive attitude has provided hope for others who look up to him as a hero in the fight to combat Parkinson's. (Pekin Times, IL)
NIU shooting victim from Cicero laid to rest Feb 19, 2008
4:27 PM CST, February 18, 2008. Her family called her a princess; friends remembered her bright, shining smile. (Chicago Tribune)
Last NIU shooting victim treated at Kishwaukee leaves hospital Feb 19, 2008
NIU shooting victim from Carol Stream faces long recovery -- chicagotribune. NIU shooting victim from Carol Stream faces long recovery. (Chicago Tribune)
Annual Science Olympiad planned Saturday at WIU Feb 9, 2008
-- Peoria County: Illini Bluffs High School, Glasford. -- Pike County: Griggsville-Perry Middle School. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Wednesday schedule takes a hit due to weather Feb 8, 2008
Junior high boys basketball (eighth grade sectionals) - Payson-Seymour at Carthage (today at 6 p.m.) and Monmouth-Roseville vs. Illini Bluffs at Glasford (today at 6 p.m.). In addition, due to the visitation of Hamilton Elementary Principal Tasha Elliot and her family Friday, the high school boys game between Hamilton and Southeastern will not be played. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Traces of winter still remain Feb 7, 2008
65) and Bret Robbins of Glasford (1. 55). (Pekin Times, IL)
Grapplers begin drive to the gold Feb 2, 2008
Pekin Times - Sports. Saturday, February 02, 2008. (Pekin Times, IL)
Bombers prep for postseason Feb 1, 2008
The road to the state tournament begins this weekend, as Macomb will start things off at the regional level in Glasford. This year has been quite a ride for not only the Bombers wrestlers themselves, but for head coach Lucas Ladd as well. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Roth not finished setting records Jan 12, 2008
Elsewhere, Delavan senior sharpshooter Jordan Zimmer set his own new school record this week in the Inter-County Athletic Conference Tournament in Glasford. Zimmer passed DHS graduate and Eureka College junior Brady Wildenradt's mark of 272 3-pointers in Monday's victory over North Fulton. (Pekin Times, IL)
Prep hoops stats/standings Dec 18, 2007
Pekin Times - Sports. Tuesday, December 18, 2007. (Pekin Times, IL)
Limestone firetruck overturns while enroute to accident Nov 28, 2007
The driver, Michelle Heitzman, 40, of 15521 W. Todd School Road, Glasford, was not injured. A Limestone Township fire engine responding to the crash also lost traction on the bridge and headed into the ditch. (Pekin Times, IL)
Relative's help is alleged Nov 28, 2007
Man reportedly said he may have carried bin with wife's body. 11:32 PM CST, November 27, 2007. (Chicago Tribune)
Hunting trip brings back old memories Oct 25, 2007
The third annual hunter's breakfast will be held 4-11 a.m. Saturday at Glasford American Legion along Illinois Route 24. Biscuits and gravy, and sausage and pancakes will be served for donation. (Pekin Times, IL)
Teams set for second season Oct 24, 2007
The Lady Rebels (7-21) begin tournament play today at Glasford against Illini Bluffs. A semifinal date with Unity, a sectional finalist a year ago, awaits. (Macomb Journal, IL)
19 area teachers face various sex crimes Oct 23, 2007
Ian McDonald pleaded guilty in August to having a long-term sexual relationship with a student at Illini Bluffs High School in Glasford and was sentenced to four years of probation - after already serving 162 days in the Peoria County Jail ... John Walker was the principal of the Illini Bluffs Elementary School in Glasford when he was arrested in July for allegedly raping a 20-year-old woman who graduated from the district's high school in 2005. (Monmouth Daily Review Atlas, IL)
WIU's Donaldson honored Oct 17, 2007
Besides Donaldson, who has the top two games, Aaron Stecker rushed for 289 yards versus Southern Illinois in 1997 and Travis Glasford tallied 286 yards versus Missouri State in 2004, ranking fourth and fifth, respectively. The Leathernecks (5-2, 2-0) have twice this season rushed for at least 500 yards as a team - recording 519 against St. Francis and 508 against the Bears - and have established the nation's fifth-best rushing offense. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Dennis breaks 96 of 100 to take Joe Moore title Sep 17, 2007
Placing second was Phyllis Waller of Galesburg with 73 of 100 while Beth DeLaval of Glasford placed third with 70 of 100. Repeating as the top junior shooter was Austin Majeske of Kewanee, winning the Brian Plotner plaque with a score of 95 of 100 targets. (Kewanee Star Courier, IL)
Pekin loses respected former police chief Sep 5, 2007
Born Feb. 27, 1925, in Glasford to Orville E. ete and Florine E. Moose Smith, he married Norma Jean (Simpson) Smith Aug. 5, 1945, in Pekin where the couple resided at 911 Market St. until the time of his death. Surviving are his wife; son, Larry L. Smith of Delavan; daughter, Cindy L. Smith of Pekin; brother Gene Smith of Pekin; two grandsons, Troy Smith of Bloomington and Trent Smith of Manito; four great-grandchildren; and three nieces. (Pekin Times, IL)
Former Glasford principal to receive $32,000 in severance pay Aug 17, 2007
Former Glasford principal to receive 32,000 in severance pay ... GLASFORD (GHNS) Illini Bluffs Community Unit School District 327 will pay more than 32,000 in an agreement that essentially purchases the resignation of its former elementary school principal. (Pekin Times, IL)
Mike Small three-peats at Illinois Open Aug 9, 2007
Krick shot a 140 and claimed the final spot in a playoff over Scot Glasford of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Gene Elliott of West Des Moines, Iowa, fired a 138 to win the tournament. (Fightingillini.com)
Rubik's Cube contest held Jul 24, 2007
Crystal Northrup, 17, of Glasford. Class C winners: 1. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
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Nathan said he grew up in Peoria County between Pekin and Glasford. He was a high school baseball player and 1993 graduate of Faith Baptist Christian School in Pekin. (Pekin Times, IL)
Principal charged in alleged sexual assault Jul 19, 2007
School officials suspended Walker with pay Monday from his job at the 473-student grade school in Glasford, about 15 miles southwest of Peoria. It took us by surprise. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
Illini Bluffs board suspends elementary principal Jul 18, 2007
GLASFORD (GHNS) Illini Bluffs school officials say their elementary principal, who was jailed on a sexual assault charge this weekend, is suspended with pay pending further information. John C. Walker, 42, 9449 W. Camelot Drive, appeared in court on Monday via closed-circuit television from the Peoria County Jail, where he was formally charged with aggravated criminal sexual assault, a felony that carries a 4- to 15-year prison sentence. (Pekin Times, IL)
Principal charged with sex assault of woman Jul 18, 2007
GLASFORD A Central Illinois grade school principal was charged in the alleged rape of a 20-year-old woman at a party near his home last weekend, authorities said ... School officials suspended Walker with pay Monday from his job at the 473-student grade school in Glasford, about 15 miles southwest of Peoria. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Wishard takes first 4-Cylinder Nationals race Jul 12, 2007
The heat four win went to Kenneth Butterfield, Glasford, and heat five was won by Aaron Wood, Troy. The Hulett Photography Dash for Cash went to Ripperda, who took the 50 bill and won the chance to start on the pole for the main event. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Tumbling Tornados earn championships Jun 24, 2007
Amber Mathews, age 8, from Glasford placed first in both novice tumbling and intermediate double-mini. Four year-old Kaitlyn McClaskey from Canton placed first in beginner double-mini. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
SHERIFF’S ROUNDUP Jun 20, 2007
In addition, cited for unlawful consumption of alcohol by a minor were: Allen F. Downs, 19, of Glasford; Deanna J. Patton-Spotser, 18, of Canton; Ryan L. Russell, 20, of Canton; and Chelsea J. Stewart, 17, of Canton. -- At approximately 12:30 a.m. Monday, June 18, deputies were conducting a routine traffic stop on IL 9 Highway, near County 23 Highway, outside of Canton and discovered drug paraphernalia. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Pekin Special Olympians reach for gold during competition Jun 19, 2007
he's doing great, said Jim Dieg, Glasford, one of Jessica Pribble's two grandfathers who joined the family to cheer on her and her teammates. Jessica's father, Russ, said his daughter is learning teamwork, which he said helps her. (Pekin Times, IL)
Wisslead repeats as state 300-meter hurdles champion May 31, 2007
Brady Hammon (Sr), Glasford (Illini Bluffs), 48 ... Brady Hammon (Sr), Glasford (Illini Bluffs), 22. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)
Eader brings home third place medal from state track final May 30, 2007
5"); 10 Bryant Parker (Sr), Glasford (Illini Bluffs)(50'09.75"); 11 Tyler Smice (Sr), Forreston (50'02. 5"); 12 Shawn Betar (Sr), Monmouth (M.-Roseville) (:50'02.5"). (West Frankfort Daily American, IL)
'Records are coming down,' jumper says May 26, 2007
2, Bryant Parker (Sr), Glasford Illini Bluffs, 50-9 3/4 ... 5, Bryant Parker (Sr), Glasford Illini Bluffs, 122-8 ... 2, Brady Hammon (Sr), Glasford Illini Bluffs, 11. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Friday's Class A prep girls track results May 19, 2007
Kaitlin Meyer (Sr), Mason City Illini Central, NH. Jessica Vaughn (Sr), Glasford Illini Bluffs, NH. Tiffany Kocher (Sr), Olney East Richland, NH. ... 5, Nikki Arends (Jr), Glasford Illini Bluffs, 35-4 3/4 ... 10, Jessica Vaughn (Sr), Glasford Illini Bluffs, 31-10 1/2. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Local girl rewarded with set of wheels May 19, 2007
After only four contestants, Samantha Leeper, a senior at Illini Bluffs High School in Glasford, turned the key and the engine started. Cameras flashed and television news cameras surrounded the girl and people began to clap. (Pekin Times, IL)
Men's golf finishes in cellar Apr 30, 2007
Sophomore Zack Anderson competed in place of senior Jon Feldick - a late scratch because of a rib injury - and finished 54th, with junior Scot Glasford one spot back in 55th. Carding a team total of 1,256 strokes for the weekend, Iowa finished well back of co-champions Minnesota and Michigan State (1,192), and 33 strokes behind the next closest teams in Michigan and Illinois (tied for ninth). (Daily Iowan, IA)
Details revealed about illegal relationship Mar 19, 2007
PEORIA The bond for a Glasford High School teacher arrested for allegedly having sex with one of his students was set at 100,000 in a Peoria County Tenth Judicial Circuit courtroom Friday afternoon. Ian M. McDonald, 31, 103 N. Walnut St., Glasford,was first arrested March 11 for criminal trespass to land, disorderly conduct and driving with a suspended license ... According to the Peoria County incident report, the arresting deputy arrived at a Glasford residence at 3:25 a.m. Sunday. (Pekin Times, IL)
Three appear in court, assigned public defenders Mar 11, 2007
Glasford police located the suspect vehicle, at approximately 10:44 p.m., traveling eastbound on U.S. Route 24. The Glasford officer followed the suspect vehicle containing Gilot and Johnson in to Bartonville, where the Peoria County Sheriff s Office and the Peoria Police Department assisted. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Rockets Finish Tenth at Wexford Plantation Intercollegiate Feb 28, 2007
Scot Glasford Iowa 84 81 79 244 +28 Bob Rohr GW 82 86 76 244 +28 65. Marty Jeppesen E. Michigan 82 82 81 245 +29 66. (Utrockets.com)
A few firsts from Super Bowl XLI Feb 7, 2007
Pekin Times - Sports. Wednesday, February 07, 2007. (Pekin Times, IL)
Class A seeds approaching plant season Jan 31, 2007
Havana, Midwest Central and Illini Bluffs await their regional assignment from sites at Abingdon, Glasford (Illini Bluffs), Hamilton and Lewistown. Class AA seedings will be done next week. (Pekin Times, IL)
Local woman dies in Wednesday crash Jan 26, 2007
According to Master Sgt. Fred Winterroth of the ISP, the accident occurred at 6:45 a.m. on Illinois Route 24 at Glasford Road in Peoria County. Howard was driving a four-door Pontiac southbound on Glasford Road, approaching Route 24 ... Meanwhile, the driver of the semi-truck, Alan L. Horner, 61, of Armington, was driving westbound on Route 24, approaching Glasford Road. (Pekin Times, IL)
Around the county Jan 25, 2007
Other sign-up opportunities announced Tuesday by Central Illinois Agency on Aging Inc. include: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Feb. 28 at Glasford Senior Center; 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 14 at Alpha Park Library in Bartonville; 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Feb. 27 at Elmwood Library; and 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 27 at Hanna City Village Hall. For additional information, contact Central Illinois Agency on Aging Inc., 700 Hamilton Blvd., Peoria, IL 61603; telephone (309) 674-2071 or 1-877-777-2422. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Ameren Corp. Jan 17, 2007
Ameren said in a release Monday that overnight Sunday, outages in its Illinois service areas grew from 1,000 to nearly 4,000, with the hardest hit areas being Canton, Glasford, areas north and west of Peoria, and Galesburg. Also, outages in central Missouri rose to 13,000, with Jefferson City and Lake of the Ozarks hardest hit. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Sheriff’s Deputy Ford completes training Jan 11, 2007
Ford is originally from the Glasford area and graduated from Illini Bluffs high school. After High School he served in the United States Army for seven years. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
