Taylorville Daily News

1 week ago | taylorvilledailynews.com | Leroy Kleimola |Greyson Baumann |Reid Kamhi

A Christian County man is facing serious charges after a months-long investigation by the Illinois State Police. 44-year-old William C. Wanless of Edinburg was arrested June 12th and is being held in the Christian County Jail. He faces two Class X felony counts and one Class 1 felony count of possessing child pornography with the intent to distribute. State Police special agents with the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force began their investigation in March.

1 week ago | taylorvilledailynews.com | Leroy Kleimola |Greyson Baumann |Reid Kamhi

The Christian County Board met on Tuesday evening. Michelle Brown was recognized.  Brown is retiring after 38 years of service to the county, the State’s Attorney’s Office, and the public defender’s office. Brown was recognized by both the county board and State’s Attorney John McWard.  McWard, who is usually never at a loss for words, struggled to put his feelings into words. Brown thanked everyone for their support over the years.

1 week ago | taylorvilledailynews.com | Reid Kamhi |Leroy Kleimola |Greyson Baumann

Students at Pana Junior High School are getting a unique opportunity to grow their mathematical and critical thinking skills and put them to use.  The school’s science department has a Lego robot program, where students create Lego robots to compete against each other in competitions.  The engaging nature of the work has drawn interest from many students, and they learn far more than just coding and engineering. Mark Schmitz, a seventh grade science teacher at PJHS, runs the program.

1 week ago | taylorvilledailynews.com | Reid Kamhi |Leroy Kleimola |Greyson Baumann

Drivers on a portion of Illinois Route 104 should prepare for delays this summer.  The Illinois Department of Transportation announced patch work has begun on four bridge decks on the road between Kincaid and the border to Sangamon County.  These bridges run over Lake Sangchris. IDOT says the maintenance will create smoother surfaces and ensure the bridges will remain intact for many more years to come. The project is part of IDOT’s Rebuild Illinois initiative.

1 week ago | taylorvilledailynews.com | Leroy Kleimola |Greyson Baumann |Reid Kamhi

The Taylorville Kiwanis Club heard from the Recreation Director at the Taylorville Park District at their weekly meeting Tuesday at the Taylorville Moose Lodge. Jessica Franks shared a full plate of activities happening at Manners Park this year, plus the status of the Park’s pool project. On the pool, Franks stated bids received were over the 8-million dollar budget the District has established, so the project is being re-bid.