editor k - December 30, 2021. Feb. 18: William E. Dixon, Read More A check of Macon County Jail records shows the man was released the same day of his arrest after posting $7,500 bond on bail set at $75,000. 11-23-22 Chad Jett was heading east on State Road 16 in Rosamond township when he struck a deer in the roadway. Lexi N. Shull of Taylorville was also westbound on Park Street and was behind Jacobs. 12-26-22 Marina Woolsey was traveling east on IL Route 104 at about 975 East when she lost control on an icy road surface. 2-18-23 Justin Pruitt was traveling north on 500 East Road when a deer ran out in front of the vehicle. A new 30 year roof was put on this year and all new LED lighting! The house received damage to the bricks and downspout on the front north east side. The town newspaper is the Breeze-Courier, which is the only daily newspaper serving Christian County. 1-29-23 John Prather, age 37, of Danvers was arrested by CCSO for driving under the influence and driving on suspended license. 2/14/23 Driver stated that she could not avoid striking the deer. 34-year-old Jeffrey A. Burdzilauskas of Taylorville appeared in Christian County Court Tuesday where his bond was set at $150,000 with 10% to apply. The vehicle was able to be towed and driven from the scene. The vehicle was towed from the scene. (TAYLORVILLE) Taylorville North School is having an open house for all incoming kindergarten students on Wednesday, Mar. 2-28-23 Cory Blake, age 28, of Bulpitt was arrested by CCSO for domestic battery. Robin M. Parsons (Possession of a controlled substance; controlled substance, Christian County Arrests Feb. 28: Kenna Dilley, 43, Pana, was arrested by deputies for driving under the influence. The storm is expected to arrive Thursday, Dec. 22. Officers said Adam Cherry of Rosamond was arrested for possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia before he entered the school. No injuries. 12-12-22 Cory Blake, age 28, of Taylorville was arrested by CCSO on a FTA warrant for theft. 2-12-23 Jerry Tipsword was traveling south on IL Route 29 when he struck debris in the road. 12-11-22 Margaret Tate, age 32, of Decatur was arrested by ISP for DUI and aggravated assault to a peace officer. by The vehicle was towed from the scene. 2-13-23 Alicia Badman was traveling in Bear Creek township when she struck a deer in the roadway. March 2, 2023 . No injuries. The vehicle landed in the property owners front yard. Driver refused medical treatment. No tow. Armour went off the south side of the roadway and into the ditch. The vehicle was towed from the scene. The vehicle overturned on the driver side. READ MORE. Marlena S. Wadkins, age 45, of Taylorville was arrested for Retail Theft. When the driver, Matthew Woodland, was asked about it, Woodland said that he hit something but was unsure how to handle it. Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. Justin L. Moma age 40, of Taylorville was arrested for Armed Violence, Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Methamphetamine with Intent to Deliver, and Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Firearm by a Felon. She was born and raised in Knoxville, Tenn. and moved to the area in 1996. TPD made contact with the other vehicles owner who was parked legally on the side of the street. Aaron E. Kerwood of Taylorville was traveling east in the 800 block of West Vandeveer Street on January 4th when they improperly crossed into the oncoming traffic lane. William L. McQuire, age 79, of Taylorville was arrested for Domestic Battery. 1-10-23 Nathan Broaddus was traveling Southwest on IL Route 48 when a deer ran in the roadway. 91 Commercial Park Avenue. Taylorville Police responded to the following car accidents: Jordan Belden of Beecher City was traveling southbound on Route 29 on December 28th at 8:46 PM and swerved to hit a deer. The Talyorville Police Department says it began investigating a home near West Rich and South Powers streets after people told officers traffic was coming and leaving the area. Matthew T. Morrissey, age 33, of Kincaid Illinois was arrested on a Warrant and Possession of Methamphetamine. If you need help accessing our website due to a disability, please contact us, Privacy Policy | Terms of Service | Disclaimer, 2023 Taylorville Daily News, Miller Media Group, Built on Envisionwise Technology. Brown currently has a side business for wedding and event planning, and recently started classes for Business Management. 12-18-22 Michael Alde, age 58, of Pana was arrested by Pana PD on a FTA warrant for disorderly conduct. Dottie M. Crowder, age 39, of Kincaid Illinois was arrested on a Warrant. 12-26-22 Beau McDonald was traveling north on 1250 East Road when a deer jumped out in front of the driver. Home; Contact Us; E-Edition; Subscribe; Archives; US & World News He was born on July 14, 1937 in Taylorville, the son of Frank Rex and Betty Bernice (Burke) Sherman. Driver, slumped over wheel, found with drugs, gun. 12-18-22 Steven Wicks, age 61, of Edinburg was arrested by CCSO for DUI and driving with revoked license. Becker had a stop at 350 North Road and failed to yield to Mosley. Christian County Resident Judge Paisley from the fourth Judicial Circuit presided over the following cases, which were heard March 2, 2023. Weather 10C Tuesday 4 | 13C Wednesday 8 | 19C Thursday 3 | 12C A person was following his vehicle and giving real time updates to dispatchers as the vehicle weaved all over the highway and drove in and out of ditches. 2-22-23 Isaac Ferrill was traveling eastbound on 500 North near 250 East in King township when the vehicle hydroplaned and he lost control and struck a guardrail. The team achieved several major accomplishments during the recently concluded season. March 1, 2023 . Furness was traveling northeast behind Deshawn. Any child who will be attending kindergarten in the fall and they attend a local preschool, all packets have been delivered to the preschools. He is out on bond for that charge along with Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of a Weapon by a Felon, and Resisting Arrest. March 2, 2023 . The case dates to Jan. 13, 2021, when Hand, a registered sex predator, tried to abduct a female customer of the Macon gas station where he was then working. 12-12-22 Andres Mc Donald, age 28, of Pana was arrested by Montgomery County on a Christian County FTA warrant for meth delivery. Administrator Login, Bankman-Fried can have flip phone, limited internet while on bail, US proposes, Storms bolster California snowpack, ease drought, U.S. CDC issues advisory after confirmed measles case in Kentucky. The factory, which now employs about 1,350 workers, officially was placed on idle by the company on Tuesday. After sliding a short distance in the grass Jackson came to rest facing northeast. 1-2-23 Ronald Durham was involved in a traffic crash in Taylorville township. The vehicle was towed from the scene. No injuries. In 2020, Eric Schafer accepted a full livest. 12-07-22 Ashley Whitehead was traveling south on 1300 East Road in Buckhart township when she struck a deer in the roadway. READ MORE, Jetrevius O. Jarretthas been arrested onfirst-degree murder charges in connection with the fatal Christmas Eve shooting ofEfrem O. Jones. No injuries. This spun the car and caused it to stop. No injuries. Also arrested Tuesday in a roundup by U.S. Unions say 13,650 out of 14,263 members who voted on the contract on Friday rejected the proposal from Disney. Dakota L. Hitchcock, age 25, of Morrisonville Illinois was arrested for Violation of Bond and Domestic Battery. Ronnee N. Foraker, age 38, of Taylorville was arrested for Retail Theft. Taylorville Police responded to the following car accidents. Jacob A. Samson, age 38, of Taylorville was arrested on a Warrant. Feb. 18: William E. Dixon,, Court appearances Published Court appearances reflect the daily 10:00 a.m. criminal call and do not necessarily account for all felony proceedings heard that day. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. Christian County Arrests Feb. 20: Jacob Garrett, 34, Mechanicsburg, was arrested by Sangamon County deputies on an active failure to appear in court warrant for driving on a suspended license. Monday night, officers conducted a traffic stop and the suspect fled. Shull received a citation for failure to reduce speed. Court appearances Published Court appearances reflect the daily 10:00 a.m. criminal call and do not necessarily account for all felony proceedings heard that day. 119 talking about this. Gov. Stephanie describes herself as an upbeat and positive person who is detailed and, VFW Auxiliary Art & Music Contest for school students, One injured in Taylorville house fire Thursday, Stellantis idles Illinois plant, takes step toward closure, Pritzker announces $60 million park grants, declines to endorse Chicago mayor candidate, North School open house for incoming Kindergarten students, More 2nd Street development coming to Pana, Former girls gymnastics coach gets 96 years for sex assault, Chicago Mayor Lightfoot taking on 8 rivals in reelection bid, Kincaid hires Stephanie Brown as new Village Clerk. March 1, 2023 . That led to undercover agents making drug purchases. Phyllis Ann Johnson Oldaugh. TAYLORVILLE Police say a drunk driver who proved to be more than twice over the legal limit fled from pursuing officers and wound up in Taylorville after saying he was trying to get home to. More >> Decatur man arrested for voting twice in Primary pleads not guilty Georgia man arrested in Danville on kidnapping, robbery, weapons charges Updated Mar 2, 2023 Becker was traveling north on 2000 East Road and proceeded through the intersection with 350 North Road. Jose Vilchis, 72, was sentenced Tuesday by a Will County judge after a jury convicted him last year of eight counts of criminal sexual, By Sara Burnett Associated Press CHICAGO (AP) Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is fighting for reelection Tuesday after a history-making but tumultuous four years in office and a bruising campaign threaten to make her the citys first one-term mayor in decades. Evans was transported to the hospital and the vehicle was towed from the scene. Douglas A. Brachear of Taylorville was driving northwest on Route 29 on January 13th when a group of deer ran across the highway. Smith passed on Springfield Road. UPDATE (1/20/22 2:50 p.m.) Superintendent Dougherty just posted to Facebook, letting the public know Adam Cherry was a night custodian who served the Taylorville School District since Aug. 2019. 2-26-23 Sharon Lipe was traveling on IL Route 104 in South Fork township when she collided with a deer in the roadway. Megan M. Whitaker, age 37, of Taylorville was arrested for Driving While License Suspended and Suspended Registration. Taylorville Police Department reported the following to Regional Radio News; Brynn D. Heathcock, age 28, of Decatur Illinois was arrested for Driving While License Revoked. TAYLORVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) A 38-year-old man was recently arrested in connection to an investigation on a current employee who brought methamphetamine into the Taylorville High School and used it while on duty. 12-28-22 Dorris Melvin was westbound on IL Route 104 at approximately 92 East when a deer, possibly two ran into the drivers side of the vehicle. 2-21-23 Steven Kuntzman was westbound on County Highway 2 at approximately 1530 East when he struck a deer. Thereis a kitchenette area, private office with half bath and, By Tom Krisher AP Auto Writer DETROIT (AP) Stellantis is moving closer to closing its factory in Belvidere, Illinois, as it prepares for the costly transition from internal combustion to electric vehicles. 12-12-22 Timothy Carr was westbound on 1600 North Road in Prairieton township when he entered the ditch and continued to travel approximately 200 feet. No injuries. He had no idea that he was in Taylorville until during the interview, and he advised that he had no reason to come to Taylorville.. Beth A. Schmitz, age 49, of Pana Illinois was arrested for Driving with Suspended Registration and Driving While License Revoked. Posted About One Month Ago Glenn E. Sherman Sr. "Chief Dego", 85 of Taylorville passed away at 6:58p.m. Charles R. Lair, age 26, of Taylorville was arrested for Theft. That term means it, Jerry Nowicki Capitol News Illinois SPRINGFIELD Gov. A local drug investigation has led to more than a dozen arrests, according to Alexander County Sheriff Chad Pennell. Georgia E. Ward, age 48, of Taylorville was arrested on a Warrant. 104 to the south. UPDATE (1/20/22 - 2:50 p.m.) Superintendent Dougherty just posted to Facebook, letting the public know Adam Cherry was a night custodian who served the Taylorville School District since Aug. 2019.. 2-15-23 Kelli Pallonie was traveling on US Highway 51 when a dog ran in front of the car striking the bumper and the front passenger side. If you haven't already, now is a good time to assemble an emergency kit. No injuries. Joshua P. Nation of Edwardsville reported on December 29th that their vehicle had been hit the prior week. Vehicle towed from scene. The vehicle was towed from the scene. Alyshia M. Rightnowar, age 32, of Taylorville was arrested on a Warrant. During a Mirandized interview, (the driver) advised he was trying to get home to Mount Zion after coming from Decatur, the affidavit said. No tow. If the child is not, (PANA) A developer with plans to renovate multiple downtown buildings received the first step toward approval from the Pana City Council Monday night. He was unable to avoid hitting the deer. The State Journal-Register, published in Springfield, Illinois, covers Taylorville and Christian County quite extensively. TAYLORVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) The Taylorville Police Department arrested a couple on Saturday in connection to meth distribution. Team members are, from left, Addison Vocks, Milana Henson, Maci Johnson, Shadow Home provides lodging, meals, clothing, laundry, and the tools to develop a successful relationship with God and others. Henley had been traveling west on IL Route 104 and attempted to make a left hand turn onto 465 East Road. Woolsey went off the south side of the roadway into a plowed field. Matthew T. Morrissey, age 33, of Kincaid Illinois was arrested on a Warrant and Possession of Methamphetamine. No tow. Tylor C. Gesell, age 23, of Taylorville was arrested on a Warrant. Grandma B's Sewing and Confections now open. Anita Kay Anderson White. 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