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Aldermen also heard from McDonough County Public Transportation Director Gary Ziegler about the agency's proposed budget for the new fiscal year beginning July 1. He said he has not yet received state and federal grant applications, but expects them this week. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Medical trip services could expand Apr 15, 2008
MACOMB - Non-emergency out of town medical trips offered by McDonough County Public Transportation could expand when the service receives federal and state funding for the next fiscal year. Transit Director Gary Ziegler told the MCPT committee on Friday that grant funding of 55 per cent of the local budget could allow for purchase of a second minivan for the daily out of town trips. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Hearing set for city's new budget Apr 14, 2008
Council members will discuss a petition received from the Housing Authority of McDonough County, requesting 24-hour parking from April 20 through May 10 on both sides of East Wheeler Street from its intersections from Home Street to Prairie Avenue. Aldermen also are expected to hear from downtown businessman Clay Hinderliter. (Macomb Journal, IL)
POLICE ROUNDUP Apr 9, 2008
James Wright III, 54, pleaded guilty Monday in McDonough County to one felony count of theft by deception ... He must pay about 12,000 in restitution in McDonough County ... Samantha Ireland, 21, pleaded guilty in McDonough County Court to one count of possession of a controlled substance. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Drug dealers done Apr 9, 2008
MACOMB - A series of arrests in McDonough County on Friday resulted in the seizure of crack cocaine and cash. The first incident resulted from a joint drug investigation conducted by the McDonough County Sheriff's Department and the Macomb Police Department ... The driver, Terence D. Guyton-Whittler, 23, of Markham, was taken to the McDonough County Jail and charged with possession of a controlled substance with intent to deliver. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Mock rape trial portrays victim difficulties Apr 9, 2008
MACOMB - Western Illinois Regional Council-Community Action Agency Victim Services is hosting its second Mock Rape Trial in Macomb at 7 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday at the McDonough County Courthouse. The trial is part of Victim Service's Sexual Assault Awareness Month activities and was developed to further expand awareness of sexual assault, primarily drug-facilitated sexual assault. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Residents welcome K-9 Apr 8, 2008
DAVID TORBERT/JOURNAL PHOTO-Kilo, a 15-month old chocolate Labrador Retriever K-9 for the the McDonough County Sheriff's Department took time on Friday to thank the residents of Grand Prairie Assisted Living for providing her a kennel ... MACOMB - The residents of Grand Prairie Assisting Living are helping to make the newest member of the McDonough County Sheriff's Department's K-9 unit a bit more comfortable. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Brady to run for governor in 2010 Apr 1, 2008
Brady was guest speaker at the McDonough County Republican Central Committee Lincoln Day Dinner, held on the campus of Western Illinois University and including guests from four surrounding counties. Brady ran for the Republican gubernatorial nomination in 2006 and was defeated in the party primary by State Treasurer Judy Barr Topinka. (Macomb Journal, IL)
911 board learns about center's new technology Mar 31, 2008
MACOMB - The addition of a new recording device, and the looming addition of enhanced mapping technology were hot topics at this week's McDonough County 911 Communication Board meeting ... Oliver provided the board with more details on the addition of WTH software -that is - Where Technology Happens software, which will allow dispatchers to visually track the phone signal of persons who call McDonough County 911 in search of assistance. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Fulton County agencies gather for table top drill Mar 30, 2008
The table top exercise was attended by representatives from Fulton County ESDA, Emergency Medical Association, Fulton County Sherriff s Department, Canton Police Department, Cuba School District, Regional School Superintendent s Office, Fairview Police Department, McDonough County EMA, Western Illinois University, Cuba ESDA, Cuba Fire Department, Fulton County Health Department, Graham Hospital, Canton Fire Department, RMERT and the Illinois State Police District 14. Helle explains the goal of... (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Students return to class, details still not being released Mar 29, 2008
The Illinois State Police and the McDonough County Sheriff's Department also are involved in the investigation, which is now in the process of gathering any information about the situation, including potential suspects. "Right now we will field any phone calls," Fitzgerald said. (Monmouth Daily Review Atlas, IL)
Community responds to WIU threat Mar 29, 2008
OPS, the Macomb Police Department and the McDonough County Sheriff's Department have received a boost from state law enforcement as the Illinois State Police and the state Terrorism Task Force also have been notified of the situation and might be called upon to help in the investigation. Classes resumed Thursday, but many students chose not to walk the campus, making for a somber, rain-soaked environment with only a noticeable police presence walking the sidewalks and monitoring residence halls. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Living 'green' isn't so tough Mar 29, 2008
Anthony Beau Wilmot, 31, had been charged in McDonough County with felony counts of aggravated criminal sexual abuse and criminal sexual assault ... McDonough County Assistant State's Attorney John Melidis argued the case was "really clear on the facts" and reviewed the testimony of the young girl. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Activist, actor speaks Mar 29, 2008
The Academy Award nominee said of his thoughts on the local environmental effort that he was impressed upon entering the community and seeing the workings of the McDonough County Transportation Service. "I was very impressed to see the bus system in this town," said Begley. (Macomb Journal, IL)
WIU classes resume, security boosted after threatening note Mar 28, 2008
Additional officers from the WIU Office of Public Safety were called in, along with officers from the Illinois State Police, McDonough County Sheriff's Department and the Macomb Police Department. "Any threat that uses the word shooting in it alarms me," said WIU President Al Goldfarb. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
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Police patrol, including assistance from the Illinois State Police, Macomb Police Department and the McDonough County Sheriff's Office, has been increased and is highly present on the WIU-Macomb campus, Fitzgerald said. Any unusual or suspicious activity should be reported immediately to the Office of Public Safety by calling 9-1-1 from any campus phone or (309) 298-1949. (Monmouth Daily Review Atlas, IL)
Beauty queen, pol headline Lincoln dinner Mar 27, 2008
MACOMB - Saturday's annual Lincoln Day Dinner is nearing capacity, according to McDonough County Republican Central Committee Chairman Monte DeCounter ... All proceeds will benefit the McDonough County Republican Party. (Macomb Journal, IL)
New ... Threat received at WIU Mar 27, 2008
Police patrol, including assistance from the Illinois State Police, Macomb Police Department, and the McDonough County Sheriff s Office, has been increased and is highly present on the WIU-Macomb campus. We are investigating this incident, and we will prosecute the individual responsible to the fullest extent of the law, Goldfarb said. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
In wake of NIU shooting, WIU boosts security after note about on-campus attack Mar 27, 2008
Illinois State Police, Macomb Police Department and the McDonough County Sheriff's Office were assisting WIU.. "We are investigating this incident, and we will prosecute the individual responsible to the fullest extent of the law," Goldfarb said. (Freeport Journal-Standard, IL)
Planners study past comprehensive docs Mar 25, 2008
MACOMB - McDonough County Board members assigned to the comprehensive plan committee were told Thursday to invest some time in local history ... Committee chair Bill Carle said he has been advised by McDonough County State's Attorney James Hoyle that the board does not have to amend or rescind the previous plan. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Goodbye Dutchess; hello Kilo Mar 25, 2008
MACOMB - One police dog was retired Friday while a second is just beginning his career with the McDonough County Sheriff's Department. Dutchess, a black Labrador retriever handled by Lt. Justin Lundgren, was officially retired from duty and Kilo, a chocolate Labrador retriever handled by Deputy Mike Pilat, was introduced to the public. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Charges change in girl's death Mar 24, 2008
Daniel Belknap, 30, was charged in McDonough County with one count of first-degree murder and two counts of endangering the life or health of a child after the September 2006 death of Silven Yocum ... Defense attorney Ronald Hanna of Peoria had filed a motion to dismiss the grand jury indictment, but it was voluntarily dismissed Thursday by McDonough County State's Attorney James Hoyle ... He is in the McDonough County Jail on 1 million bond while waiting for trial on the local charges. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Community clinic adds medical care Mar 22, 2008
The Eagle View dental clinic opened March 10 in an effort to alleviate McDonough County's underserved population for dental services ... John Sullivan, D-Rushville, met with Melinda Whiteman, Eagle View's executive director, to discuss the shortage of dental services available in McDonough County for those who could not afford the cost. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Grain train rolls to state Mar 21, 2008
MACOMB - The McDonough County Board acted Wednesday to adopt a county ordinance and approval an intergovernmental agreement that would add 147 acres to the county enterprise zone ... "Thank you for choosing McDonough County," County Board Chairman Scott Schwerer responded ... Schwerer added that the grain partnership will not take advantage of any property tax abatements, but would instead use the state tax breaks on construction materials that it would receive as part of the McDonough County... (Macomb Journal, IL)
League hosts panel on rentals Mar 20, 2008
Hostyed by the McDonough County League of Women Voters, panel members include Community Development Coordinator Ed Basch, rental inspector David Billeter, STC Investments owner Scott Collins, Aspen Court apartments manager Rich Zulto and WIU student Tenants Union representatives Kyle Pletsch and Tara Short. The panel will discuss the history, operation, advantages and disadvantages of the rental inspection program. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Lose weight the YMCA way and win Mar 19, 2008
The YMCA of McDonough County, in partnership The Macomb Journal, is sponsoring "The YMCA's Way to be a Winning Loser" to promote the importance of losing weight by exercise. Cynthia Kacena Cavett, fitness coordinator of the McDonough County YMCA, said the 12-week event kicks off at 5:30 p.m. March 31 with a registration and weigh-in at the YMCA's senior center ... Pick up a registration form at the McDonough County YMCA, 400 E. Calhoun St., and return it with entry fees. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Call now for med rides Mar 18, 2008
MACOMB - The McDonough County Public Transportation Committee has words of advice for people requesting out of town medical transportation: Call early and often. Dispatch center coordinator Bob Fuhr said Friday, "Time is of the essence. Some people call and ask if we have open dates. But, by the time they make their appointments and call back, someone else has booked the date.". (Macomb Journal, IL)
County health insurance claims rising Mar 15, 2008
MACOMB - Based on first-quarter payouts, McDonough County may have to increase the costs of employee health insurance ... The committee agreed to ask the full McDonough County Board next week to add 1,575 to the budget of Coroner Larry Jameson to help with the costs of running that office. (Macomb Journal, IL)
County engineer cites road limits Mar 8, 2008
MACOMB - This winter has been hard on all roads, but particularly hard on local McDonough County and township roads. The number of freeze-thaw cycles this year has caused distress to pavements in the form of potholes, rutting and edge-of-pavement deterioration. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Partnership gets a makeover Mar 7, 2008
Bergeron has been working with representatives from civic organizations, WIU administration and students, and the city of Macomb and McDonough County to improve CUPP's organization, and therefore its effectiveness ... Bill Jacobs, the Executive Director of the Housing Authority of McDonough County, was elected chair, WIU graduate student Jessi Kallman was elected vice-chair, and Janice Whitfield, Assistant Professor and Director of Field Education in WIU's Department of Social Work, was chosen... (Macomb Journal, IL)
Cable rates to jump Mar 6, 2008
In addition to Macomb, the cable company serves customers in Colchester, Bushnell, and unincorporated areas of McDonough County ... Aldermen also approved an ordinance adding 150 acres to the McDonough County Enterprise Zone between Macomb and Bushnell. (Macomb Journal, IL)
West Prairie teacher receives jail time Mar 5, 2008
Matthew Gale, 28, now of Chicago pleaded guilty in November in McDonough County to one count of criminal sexual abuse for having sexual contact with a 16-year-old student. Sentencing was postponed until last Friday to allow for completion of a sex-offender report and a pre-sentence investigation. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Deputy chief back from Iraq Mar 5, 2008
Harris served for several years as city government monitor for the McDonough County League of Women Voters. Dorsett noted she was present in the gallery for nearly every meeting. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Grain train rolling Mar 3, 2008
MACOMB - Nine county representatives, three Macomb representatives, the mayor of Colchester and three representatives of Growmark were present Thursday for a public hearing on the company's request for expansion of the McDonough County Enterprise Zone to include its planned railroad grain terminal site. No members of the general public attended the hearing, which was held at the McDonough County Courthouse ... The McDonough County Board will vote on it March 19, and she said she expects to... (Macomb Journal, IL)
Trash fee hike set to become official Mar 3, 2008
The council also is expected to approve an ordinance adding about 150 acres to the McDonough County Enterprise Zone ... These agreements, along with one to be voted on in mid-March by the McDonough County Board, are to be submitted to the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity for final approval of the zone expansion. (Macomb Journal, IL)
City deems bridge priority Feb 29, 2008
In other business at their Monday committee-of-the-whole session, aldermen agreed to waive second reading and act next week on an intergovernmental agreement to add six miles between Bushnell and Macomb to the McDonough County Enterprise Zone. Growmark and three area FS operations intend to build a railroad grain terminal in the area. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Boil order and slushy streets concern officials Feb 28, 2008
In the event of a second snowfall, McDonough County is prepared to share from its salt supply. Regarding their published agenda, aldermen discussed a Macomb Planning Commission recommendation to rezone residential property on Madelyn Avenue, near McDonough District Hospital, for institutional and office use. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Lobdell cautions Chamber hire Feb 21, 2008
Collins Avenue is a blacktopped street that dead-ends at the McDonough County Annex, a local polling place. The building has a gravel parking lot and is surrounded by deep pools of water in rainy or snowy weather. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Fox to be SE superintendent in 2009 Feb 21, 2008
195 acres of land in McDonough County just east of the elementary school in Plymouth. Daily is working with Plymouth Mayor Shelva Schoonover to set up a tour of the elementary building in Plymouth. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)
Federal awards given for work done in child porn case Feb 16, 2008
The awards, for exceptional public service, were given to Macomb police Detective Matt Gass and McDonough County State's Attorney James Hoyle ... He was first arrested in McDonough County after an investigation by Macomb police, and the case was transferred to federal court ... Hoyle said the award reinforces his belief that sexual abuse or exploitation of children will never be tolerated in McDonough County. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Shinberger named to director's post Feb 13, 2008
In the community she is a member of the Edison School PTO, the Heritage Days Planning Committee and the McDonough County Girls Softball League Board. Shinberger earned her bachelor's degree in mass communications (1989) and a master's degree in college student personnel from Western (1998). (Macomb Journal, IL)
Growmark shuttle plan to proceed Feb 11, 2008
MACOMB - It took just under an hour for the Macomb-McDonough County Enterprise Zone Management Board to decide the fate of the Growmark project, as the board elected to extend the enterprise zone and give Growmark sales tax abatement ... It will be a long process for Growmark, which now must be approved by a number of other local governments - including the Macomb School District, Macomb Park District, Macomb City Council, the McDonough County Board, and the cities of Colchester and Bushnell as... (Macomb Journal, IL)
Annual Science Olympiad planned Saturday at WIU Feb 9, 2008
McDonough County: Macomb High School; West Prairie High School, Sciota City; Macomb Jr. High School. -- Menard County: PORTA High School, Petersburg; PORTA Jr. High School, Petersburg. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Two face drug charges Feb 8, 2008
MACOMB - Two Macomb teenagers face charges after a three-month undercover drug operation conducted by city police and the McDonough County Sheriff's Department ... Gilson was taken to the McDonough County Jail in Macomb, where he was processed and released after posting 25,000 bond. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Lady Rockets victorious Feb 4, 2008
McDonough County deputies were called in and were still at WPHS some 45 minutes following the contest investigating the situation. No other information concerning the altercation was available before press time. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Local races stack up Feb 1, 2008
MACOMB - Four races for seats on the County Board top the Feb. 5 primary ballot in McDonough County. In District 1, six candidates are seeking four open seats, but all six will advance to a general election runoff. (Macomb Journal, IL)
YMCA Kingfish swim at Macomb Jan 30, 2008
The Kewanee Kingfish YMCA swim team recently swam at the 28th annual McDonough County YMCA Dolphin Invitational in Macomb. Eight YMCA teams participated in the meet with over 300 swimmers ages 5-21 competing. (Kewanee Star Courier, IL)
Macomb man faces felony rape charge Jan 29, 2008
Collier remained in the McDonough County Jail on Friday. His preliminary hearing is set for Feb. 20. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Dinner puts teeth into dental clinic fund-raiser Jan 28, 2008
These funds helped pave the way for Eagle View to establish a satellite location in McDonough County ... Dentistry services, as well as medical care, will be provided to McDonough County with no medical insurance ... Those seeking attention from the McDonough County Dental Center will pay their bill based on their level of income. (Macomb Journal, IL)
State police plan special details Jan 26, 2008
MACOMB -- Captain Robert L. Elliott, commander of Illinois State Police District 14, has announced that District 14 troopers participated in an Operation Campus/Tap detail in McDonough County in January ... During the January detail in McDonough County, 23 citations were issued including 15 for unlawful consumption of alcohol by a minor, four for unlawful delivery of alcohol to minors, three for misrepresentation of age, and one was for wanted on a warrant. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Mayor will hold bar license Jan 24, 2008
Also approved was an intergovernmental agreement with McDonough County to share costs for police testing. Wisslead said the separate police agencies last year tested within one week of each other, with many of the same applicants. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Hannibal pastor discusses King's legacy Jan 23, 2008
The celebration began with a Mount Calvary Men's Club March from the McDonough County Courthouse to the church on East Pierce Street. Western Illinois University President Al Goldfarb and Provost Jack Thomas participated in the march along with a group of student leaders including Board of Trustees Representative Jessie Kallman and Student Government Association Senator Tony Thomas. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Homeless agency: where's the money? Jan 22, 2008
In McDonough County, the Western Illinois Regional Council also receives Emergency Food and Shelter Program funding. Data obtained from the Illinois Department of Human Services show a 19 percent increase in the number of people served between fiscal years 2004, when 39,939 people received shelter, and 2007, when 47,697 people received shelter. (Macomb Journal, IL)
New rose, butterfly garden to brighten elementary Jan 21, 2008
Bushnell was the lone school representing McDonough County on this year's list of grant recipients. The press release issued on last week by the IDNR said there were a record number of applicants, and thus dispensed a record amount of funding; B-PC received the single-highest amount out of the 17 counties that were awarded grants. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Liquor decisions to be made Jan 21, 2008
Aldermen will also act on a request to approve an intergovernmental agreement between the city and McDonough County to share costs for police testing. The council has been asked to approve a one-quarter percent pay hike for non-unionized employees of the Macomb Fire Department. (Macomb Journal, IL)
County insurance fund short Jan 19, 2008
MACOMB - The McDonough County Board voted Wednesday to spend money it doesn't have. The authorization apparently will wait until funds accumulate. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Johnson to headline rally Jan 18, 2008
The event is sponsored by the McDonough County NAACP in cooperation with the Community University Partnership Program ... The activities will begin with a 10 a.m. rally at the McDonough County Courthouse and a march to Vineyard Church. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Drug bust nabs two Jan 16, 2008
McDonough County Sheriff Rick VanBrooker said a search warrant was executed at 7:26 p.m. Friday at 403 Macomb St. in Colchester during an ongoing drug probe by the county Sheriff's Department and the Colchester Police Department. During the search, deputies and police officers seized packaging materials, digital scales, cocaine and morphine pills packaged for delivery, numerous items of drug paraphernalia, used syringes that tested positive for cocaine, unused syringes and cash. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Journal plans rural mail delivery, Saturday switch Jan 16, 2008
Lyle Wheeler wrote on Jan 15, 2008 2:34 PM:" Your website article about Postal service delivery brought back many fond memories of my childhood on a farm in Southeastern MCDonough County. As a kid growing up on that farm, I recall the MACOMB JOURNAL being delivered to our mail box at least one day after publication. My how the family looked forward to that paper. I was 8 years old and attended a one room school (Coloma) which was located a mile north of our home. At that time, some of the roads... (Macomb Journal, IL)
Managing the candidate Jan 14, 2008
But he wanted to go back home to McDonough County. That's when he found out a former state lawmaker in Iowa running a marketing firm wanted to open an Illinois arm and wanted Bisbee to handle it. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Murder trial may cost county Jan 12, 2008
MACOMB - State's Attorney James Hoyle gave the McDonough County Board's finance committee a heads up this week. He said he will need to meet with them in closed session next month to discuss the anticipated costs of the Daniel Belknap murder trial. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Police notes Jan 11, 2008
McDonough County Sheriff Rick VanBrooker said his officers and Bushnell police searched 370 1/2 E. Gridley St. and found 20 plastic baggies of marijuana weighing a total of 72 grams and drug paraphernalia. McCleary was released Wednesday on 5,000 bond. (Pekin Times, IL)
It's a (tax) blast Jan 9, 2008
MACOMB - Some households in McDonough County are getting a different kind of break this tax season ... More information about the one-day tax preparation in Macomb may be obtained by contacting Housing Authority of McDonough County executive director Bill Jacobs at 309-837-2363. (Macomb Journal, IL)
County porn case closed, terms sealed Jan 5, 2008
McDonough County Board Chairman Scott Schwerer displayed Thursday a letter he received, stating the office has concluded "there is insufficient evidence upon which to base a criminal charge." ... The two highway employees sued McDonough County in federal court, claiming their civil rights had been violated by wrongful termination and wrongful disciplinary action. (Macomb Journal, IL)
WIU to host workshop on alternative crops Jan 4, 2008
MACOMB -- Did you know that over 150 crops are suitable for growing in McDonough County alone ... To attend this workshop, call the McDonough County University of Illinois Extension Office at 309-837-3939 and register. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
