An Open Letter from
Sheriff Keith Kellerman
I want to reach out to my family, friends and all the citizens of Perry County after the incident that occurred in December, 2011 in Caseyville, Illinois.
First, I want to apologize to my family for the pain I have caused them. My wife, children, and entire family have been hurt deeply by my actions; and I truly am sorry. I love you all. I have hurt the ones who I love the most, and I cannot thank my family enough for their support in helping me through this crisis.
To my friends, co-workers, employees and the citizens in general, I apologize for my actions that have caused hurt and brought unwanted media attention. I have served the citizens of Perry County for some 20 years through the Perry County Sheriff’s Office. I love this job and always look forward to work every day because of the people I can help and serve.
I again apologize to my wife, children, family, friends and citizens. I am sorry, and I ask that the public give my family the privacy they need in this time of healing.
Keith Kellerman
Pinckneyville,IL.
Last Updated (Wednesday, 08 February 2012 08:21)
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Rural Heritage Museum Cuts Ribbon
Perry County residents and surrounding communities caught a glimpse of the history of American agriculture at the Illinois Rural Heritage Museum in Pinckneyville on August 16. The museum hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its signature red barn as a preview of the many exhibits to come.
The Illinois Rural Heritage Museum unveiled the rural life section that details the history of farming and the American rural lifestyle. The exhibit allows visitors to view historic items from a doctor’s office, antique dental equipment and a general store.
“The museum will tell the story of the progression of life in rural America,” said Charlie Greer, who, along with his wife Mary, is overseeing the museum’s development. “We will look at the history of agriculture, education, business, transportation and other aspects. Every exhibit will tell a story about the hard work and values that made rural life appealing.”
In addition, several exhibits – yet to be completed – will reveal the progression of American agriculture from horse-drawn equipment to steam-powered machinery. As part of the various displays to come will be Monsanto’s exhibit on agriculture sustainability, which will outline the importance American farmers played in the past and how vital their role is today.
“Along with the past, we need to show where we are going in the ag world,” explained Greer. “We need to understand where we’ve been in order to truly celebrate where agriculture is headed.” Last Updated (Wednesday, 08 February 2012 08:23)
August 3, 2011
By Andrew Thomason Illinois Statehouse News
SPRINGFIELD — A two-front push is being made in Illinois to weaken some of the most restrictive gun regulation laws in the country.
Gun-rights advocates claim that Illinois is violating the Second Amendment by prohibiting Illinois residents from being able to, in some fashion, carry a firearm in public. A hearing on one such case, in which Michael Moore, of Champaign, and the Second Amendment Foundation Inc., a gun-rights advocacy group, are suing Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan's office and the state of Illinois, is scheduled Thursday in the U.S. District Court in Springfield.
Last Updated (Wednesday, 17 August 2011 10:10)
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Officials say Illlinois State Fair is about more than the money
August 15, 2011
By Andrew Thomason | Illinois Statehouse News
SPRINGFIELD — Anyone 60 years or older walked through the gates of the Illinois State Fair for free Monday as part of senior day, but freebies like this one are costing taxpayers millions of dollars every year as the fair continues to lose money.
The latest figures available show that the 10-day event in Springfield lost $2.8 million in 2009, and an even larger $3.7 million in 2008, or about 47 percent and 40 percent, respectively, according to Illinois auditor general reports.
Last Updated (Wednesday, 17 August 2011 10:20)
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August 9, 2011
By Andrew Thomason Illinois Statehouse News
SPRINGFIELD — Abandoned paychecks now will start flowing into the Illinois Treasurer’s Office in 12 months instead of five years, following Gov. Pat Quinn signing this new law Monday.
The Treasurer’s Office handles abandoned property banks and business turn over to the state, whether it’s an unused checking account or a forgotten paycheck.
Last Updated (Wednesday, 17 August 2011 10:11)
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