Month: May 2020

By John A. Ballentine TOULON – Based on fiscal and political realities, Stark County has no plan to break stride with Gov. JB Pritzker’s stay-at-home edicts to reopen businesses. “I think I can say that all seven people who were in attendance (for Monday’s Stark County Board of Supervisors virtual meeting) are for opening up the businesses in the county,” said Chairman Al Curry, “But the No. 1 responsibility of the county board is fiscal management of county funds. When we are so dependent on FEMA funding grants that go to the Illinois EMA to be dispersed, I don’t think…

Garden shop sales are booming By Jeff Lampe David Christie was unsure what to expect when he opened his Yates City Greenhouse this spring, given the ongoing impacts of COVID-19. He was pretty sure one aspect of his business would be the same, though. “One of the nicest things about being in this business is that when people come to buy flowers, they’re generally in a good mood,” Christie said. “It’s kind of a good thing to sell.” This year, with restrictions keeping many businesses closed and many people at home, it has been a very good thing to sell…

Traffic citations & Ordinance violations 4-19-20 – Brandi Q. Klughart – Driving 21-25 mph above limit. 4-22-20 – Samuel J. Stoops – Driving 21-25 mph above limit. 4-22-20 – Francenia A. Nostrand – Driving 21-25 mph above limit. 4-23-20 – Jared L. Compton – Operating an uninsured vehicle. 4-23-20 – Jared L. Compton – Driving 11-14 mph above limit. 4-23-20 – Jared L. Compton – Driving on a suspended license. 4-23-20 – Jared L. Compton – Unlawful possession of cannabis. 4-23-20 – Jared L. Compton – Carry /display license/permit. 4-23-20 – Jared L. Compton -Display plate attachment. 4-23-20 – Jennifer…