At yesterday’s Wabash County board meeting, health department administrator Judy Wissel said her office continues to work on the mass COVID-19 vaccination plan….…
In response to a question from commissioner Rob Dean, Wissel said she anticipates the first available vaccine to be administered in Wabash County will be the Pfizer vaccine, even though that could change depending on when the vaccine is released locally.
The Wabash County Retail Merchants Committee presented their annual Spirit of Christmas award this morning to Big Jon's Lunchbox. The award is judged by Secret Santas and is based on friendliness of staff, decorations, and overall great Christmas Spirit of the business.
RMC members presented the Wirth family with the Spirit of Christmas award this morning for Big Jon’s Lunchbox.
(L-R): RMC President Rod Rodriguez, Spirit of Christmas Chairperson Julie Tennes, RMC Executive Board member Toni Brines, Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Lesley Hipsher, Big Jon’s representatives, Jedidiah Wirth, Sam Kieffer, Brenda Wirth, and Jon Wirth, RMC Executive Board member Sharon Harris, RMC Executive Board member Susan Zimmerman, & City Commissioner Chandler Madden.
On December 5, 2020, at 3:40 p.m. Gibson County Deputy U.B. Smith clocked a 1998 Honda Civic traveling at 110 mph in a 60 mph zone on US 41 near the Kings Mine exit. Upon stopping the vehicle Deputy Smith identified the driver as 18-year-old Austin Market of Chandler. During a roadside investigation Mr. Market resisted Deputy Smith as he attempted to place Mr. Market into custody. Ultimately Mr. Market was transported to the Gibson County Jail where he was charged with Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer and Reckless Driving. He remains in custody on a $750 bond.
Assisting Deputy Smith in his investigation was Deputy Jennifer Robb and Princeton Officers Jeremy Robb and Lincoln Edwards.
All Criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until, and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
On December 6, 2020, 12:57 p.m. Gibson County Central Dispatch received a 911 report of a disturbance on Creek Drive in Fort Branch. Deputy U.B. Smith and Haubstadt Officer Riley Farmer were dispatched to the scene. Upon arriving on scene Deputy Smith separated all parties and began an investigation. At the conclusion of his investigation 42-year-old Julie Green of Princeton was taken into custody and transported to the Gibson County Jail. Upon arriving at the Jail Ms. Green was charged with Battery. She remains in custody on a $750 bond.
All Criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until, and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
ISP FATAL TRAFFIC CRASH ALERT
The Following Preliminary Information is Being Released by Illinois State Police
District 12
WHAT: Single Vehicle versus Train Fatal Traffic Crash
WHERE: Railroad crossing on South Maple Street just north of West Prairie Street, Montrose, Effingham County
WHEN: Dec. 6, 2020 at approximately 9:45 a.m.
VEHICLE: Unit 1 - Blue 2003 Ford Escape
DRIVER: Unit 1 – Pierre A. Menard, a 63-year-old male of Montrose, IL - Deceased
PRELIMINARY: A preliminary investigation indicates the following occurred: Unit 1 was traveling northbound on South Maple Street at the railroad crossing located just north of West Prairies Street. The driver of Unit 1 failed to yield the right of way to the westbound train and was struck by the train on its passenger side. The driver was pronounce deceased on scene by the Effingham County Coroner.
CHARGES: None
UPDATE: December 12th SOLD OUT!
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REGULAR MEETING Monday, December 7, 2020
AGENDA
1) Call to order:
2) Approve minutes of previous meeting:
3) Commissioner’s reports:
4) Officer’s reports:
5) Old Business:
a. Intergovernmental Agreement regarding the phone system in the county, city and 911 building.
6) New Business:
a. Re-organize the County Board and Elect the Chairman.
b. County Board appointments.
c. Semi-annual review of Executive Session minutes.
d. Surplus Property from the State’s Attorney.
7) Executive Session:
8) Correspondence:
9) Approval for payment of claims presented:
10) Adjournment:
This agenda is subject to change prior to the time of the meeting if necessary.
Dated this 3rd day of December, 2020.
______________________________________
Janet L. Will
The meeting will be held upstairs in the Courtroom because of the COVID19 restrictions limiting distancing and number of attendees. The number of people is limited to ten (10) and masks will be required.
Allendale School is proud to announce the November Students of the Month:
Madisyn Weiss (Kindergarten), Whitley Grimes (1st Grade), Easton Garrett (2nd Grade), Colton McGee (3rd Grade), McKinlee Grimes (4th Grade), Isaiah Courter (Junior High), Avery Swift (Junior High).
Madisyn Weiss (Kindergarten)
Whitley Grimes (1st Grade)
Easton Garrett (2nd Grade)
Colton McGee (3rd Grade)
McKinlee Grimes (4th Grade)
Isaiah Courter (Junior High
Free Disney book sets will be distributed tomorrow morning at the Mt. Carmel City Pool. The contactless event is being spear-headed by Mayor Joe Judge…
The brand new book sets will be distributed from 9 to noon Saturday in a drive-thru event. Two book sets will be given to each child, who does not need to be present.
Examples of the books being given away can be seen by clicking the link:
https://www.facebook.com/JoeJudgeMayorofMt.Carmel/posts/2848527308703944
On December 2, 2020, at 8:07 a.m. Gibson County Deputy U.B. Smith conducted a traffic stop on a White 2002 Chevy Tracker for having False and Fictitious plates while driving on Main Street near State Street in Princeton. Upon approaching the vehicle he identified the driver as 57-year-old David Bredemeier of Evansville. During a roadside investigation 5.5 grams of Methamphetamines were found on Mr. Bredemeier’s person. At the conclusion of Deputy Smith’s investigation Mr. Bredemeier was taken into custody and transported to the Gibson County Jail. Upon arriving at the Gibson County Jail Mr. Bredemeier was charged with Possession of Controlled Substance/ Methamphetamines. He remains in custody on a $1250 bond.
Assisting Deputy Smith in his investigation was Deputy Jennifer Loesch.
All Criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until, and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
