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Park Board approves Naloxone distribution boxes
KINCAID — Michael Blake helps set up a Naloxone Distribution Box in Kincaid. This is just one of six boxes spread throughout the Christian County area. Lucas Domonousky Breeze-Courier Writer TAYLORVILLE — Two additional Narcan (naloxone HCI) boxes were green-lit by the Taylorville Park Board during this week’s meeting held on Monday, Mar. 27. The…
Read MoreLocal Vietman-era veterans honored on 50th anniversary of end of war
Vietnam Veterans Honored In Taylorville TAYLORVILLE — Keynote Speaker Colonel Robert Tyler (standing) speaks to a room filled to the brim with love, compassion and family. Wednesday, Mar. 29, marked 50 years since the end of Vietnam War. All service men and women of the era were recognized and honored with the Vietnam Veteran Lapel…
Read MoreVietnam Veterans ceremony at Taylorville Legion tonight
The Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs, in partnership with Taylorville American Legion Post 73 and the Military Order of the Purple Heart, will host a Vietnam Veteran pinning ceremony tonight to honor the service of Vietnam veterans and their families. The ceremony begins at 6:00p.m. tonight. “We join people across the nation to recognize Vietnam…
Read MorePana Council approves $5,000 gaming parlor fee
Tom Latonis Breeze-Courier Writer (PANA) — Without debate and no opposition, the Pana City Council voted to establish a Class “P” liquor license which will be for establishments which derive its main income from video gaming machines. The action came during the Pana City Council meeting on Monday night in the Council Chambers of Pana City…
Read MoreCO2 actions taken at County Board meeting
Special meeting Wednesday held about jail situation Lucas Domonousky Breeze-Courier Writer (TAYLORVILLE) — The Christian County Board met on Tuesday, Mar. 21, in Courtroom “A” inside the Courthouse located in Taylorville. Discussed through the duration of the meeting was referrals from the three committees, updates from State’s Attorney John McWard as well as what current action can…
Read MoreCitizens against CO2 pipeline hold meeting
CO2 Pipeline Protested (EDINBURG) — Signs opposing the Heartland Greenway Pipeline can be found all throughout Christian County. The one pictured above sits just on the outskirts of Edinburg hastily informing the public of the possible looming threat of the project. The meeting was held Thursday night. See story below for details. (Lucas Domonousky /…
Read MoreAnimal Control Director salary set at $45,000
Lucas Domonousky Breeze-Courier Writer CHRISTIAN COUNTY — The Audit, Finance and Purchasing Committee of the Christian County Board concluded the Board’s committee meetings for the month of March on Wednesday in the Courthouse. Onemember,VickiMcMahon, was absent. The committee reviewed the Christian County Animal Control (CCAC) director’s salary. As it currently sits, the salary for the…
Read MoreCounty Executive Committee favors paperless
Lucas Domonousky Breeze-Courier Writer (TAYLORVILLE) — The Executive, Personnel, Liquor and Legislative Committee of the Christian County Board met Tuesday on the second floor of the Christian County Courthouse in Taylorville. Updates were given, referrals were reviewed and ARPA funds were all topics of discussion for the second committee meeting of the month. The Board…
Read MorePana gaming parlor license to carry $5,000 fee
Tom Latonis Breeze-Courier Writer (PANA) — The Pana City Council gave first approval on Monday night to an amendment to their liquor code to establish a Class “P” Liquor License for video gaming parlors. The license comes with a $5,000 annual fee. All seven members present unanimously approved the first reading. Second reading and formal…
Read MoreCCAC Director resigns post
Lucas Domonousky Breeze-Courier Writer CHRISTIAN COUNTY — The Highway, Buildings, Grounds, Environmental, Zoning and Welfare Committee of the Christian County Board met on Monday, Mar. 13, in the Courthouse in Taylorville. It was announced Christian County Animal Control Director Sherri Craggs has stepped down from the position in recent weeks. Christian County Board Chairman Brian…
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