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Free Samuel Rosario
From a legal perspective, it was the right call, but Rosario looked like a man who had a lot to say. And so I was glad when he called, five days after a jury convicted him of battery and official misconduct for pummeling a mouthy youth. Body cam footage has gone viral.
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Madigan deals with fallout from Mapes
You don’t have to read past the first sentence of Tim Mapes’ statement last week to see one of the core problems with the way he ran the Illinois House Democratic operation.
Rich Miller Page 4
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LETTERS
After HCFTA’s matinee show on Aug. 25, there was a panel discussion on major themes of the show, the different ways discrimination and racism still are upheld today and the way that theater can be a tool for combating these issues. The panel included main and supporting leads, staff members and Tiffany Saunders, a sociology professor at UIS.
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New head over the dead
Langfelder said that Fitch will start work at the cemetery after Labor Day, then become director in the first week of October, when Lelys plans to retire. Langfelder said that marketing the cemetery is a priority, and Fitch’s experience in banking will serve her well.
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Firearms dealers to need a state license
Under the proposed new rules, starting Jan. 2, 2020, all licensed and certified gun dealers who maintain an inventory will be required to have electronic security alarms that notify local law enforcement of any unauthorized intrusion into areas where firearms are kept and maintained.
Peter Hancock, Capitol News Illinois Page 6
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Thriving or just surviving?
Concern surrounding the population decrease in the area was a focal point at a recent Citizens Club of Springfield panel discussion on the results of the 2019 Sangamon County Citizens Survey. Respondents were almost evenly split on whether things are generally headed in the right direction for Sangamon County (52%) or on the wrong track (48%).
Erick Zepeda Page 7
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Miles to go
In 2012, she made history in Tennessee by becoming the first woman to win a Grand National Championship race. Sanctioned by the American Motorcycle Association, such races are considered the sport’s top echelon. At 28, she’s comfortable in a sport dominated by men and danger.
Catherine O’Connor Page 8
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THE SPRINGFIELD MILE
This Labor Day weekend, the state fairgrounds will, weather permitting, host the Springfield Mile as well as a makeup race that had been scheduled for Memorial Day but was scratched due to rain. The fun begins Thursday, Aug. 29, with vintage motorcycle racing at the all-purpose arena.
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Preserving the reputations of sexual harassers
By the time officials at the University of Illinois’ flagship campus in Urbana-Champaign found that an assistant professor in the College of Veterinary Medicine had engaged in sexual harassment, three women had come forward to raise concerns about his behavior.
Rachel Otwell and Alex Mierjeski (ProPublica) Page 12
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The joyful journey
A number of years ago there was a craze for bracelets with the initials “WWJD” which stands for “What would Jesus do?” Surely this is a worthy question, but the sheer number of those bracelets sold and worn all but ensured that somewhere along the line, some wearer of one of these bracelets might have gotten the answer wrong.
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Memphis is a revelation
The story is simple. Huey Calhoun (played by Casey Cantrall) is a poor semiliterate white country boy who stumbles down the stairs of a Memphis Beale Street club and falls head over heels for both the intoxicating rhythm and blues sound and a young black singer, Felicia (Jasmine French).
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Emergency Preparedness Tips to Help Ensure Pet Safety
When it comes to managing pet safety during an emergency, the unpredictable can make the preparation process even more difficult. Regardless of a pet’s size or demeanor, a disaster can take a toll on a pet without proper planning. Keep in mind that all pets are different, particularly when the unexpected occurs.
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Decatur’s Devon Amphitheater
When the sky starts to dim and the clock ticks closer to showtime, the nearly 4,000- seat facility quickly comes to life with people, food trucks and whatever entertainment you could think of – whether it be music, like “Bohemian Rhapsody,” or yoga under the moon and stars.
Jaylyn Cook Page 19
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Celebrate eggplant season
Eggplant is in peak season right now, and will continue to grace the tables at farmers markets until frost. Also know as aubergine, eggplant is low in calories, nutrient-rich, and loaded with fiber and antioxidants. This versatile fruit is widely consumed throughout Asia and the Middle East and comes in a range of colors and shapes.
Ashley Meyer Page 21
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Falcon a timely tale of compassion
Tyler and Zak (Shia LaBeouf and Zack Gottsagen, respectively) are two young men with more than their share of problems. The former has hit hard times since his brother and business partner (Jon Bernthal) was tragically killed.
Chuck Koplinski Page 22
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Music labors
Welcome to an early bird Labor Day weekend for 2019. Since the first Monday in September is actually the second day of the month this year, the whole shebang is one day away from the earliest possible date it could be.
Tom Irwin Page 23
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BAND SPOTLIGHT | Doc Hollow
The original “Hollow” band around town, these guys started up in 2001 and played around the area for several years. Now about a decade after disbanding, fast friends and fellow musicians Antone DeRocchi, Mark LeVault and Tom Beverly are back for a Doc Hollow encore experience.
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FESTIVALS | Oysters and Craft Beers
The Inn at 835 is hosting the 10 th annual Springfield Oyster and Beer Festival (SOB Festival), presented by Marine Bank. The festival features over 40 different craft beers brands from across the Midwest, over 5,000 gourmet oysters and local food trucks.
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BULLETIN BOARD | There is such a thing as a free ride
W.E. Sullivan, owner of a bridge construction company in Roodhouse, visited the 1893 Columbian Exposition in Chicago, where he marveled at the original Ferris wheel designed by George W. G. Ferris, who also owned a bridge company.
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