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Ameren: Tips to prevent copper theft

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Monday, June 13th, 2011, 2:35pm

FRANKLIN COUNTY, IL (KFVS) - According to Ameren, thieves are risking their lives and the lives of innocent people to steal copper and other metals with a high global price.

Ameren says copper thefts can cause extensive power outages and fires that could injure or kill innocent people. Not only has copper been stolen from Ameren utility facilities but thieves have targeted copper wire and pipes at businesses, private homes and apartments.

Ameren offers these tips as the best line of defense against copper theft:

If you have information about a copper theft, report it immediately
Immediately report any suspicious activity around Ameren utility electric substations or other utility facilities
When away from home, make sure your house and outbuildings are securely locked. If you are gone for an extended period of time, notify police and have a trusted friend or neighbor watch your property.

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City of West Frankfort declares boil water order

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Tuesday, June 7th, 2011, 4:35pm

City of West Frankfort declares boil water order

WEST FRANKFORT, IL (KFVS) - The city of West Frankfort has declared a boil water order on Tuesday, June 7.

The order is for all customers living west of Winery Road, Orient Road and all of the Pershing area until further notice.

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Ill. EPA cites companies for disposal violations

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Tuesday, June 7th, 2011, 3:45pm

Ill. EPA cites companies for disposal violations

FRANKLIN COUNTY, IL (KFVS) - The Illinois EPA has cited a landfill, three haulers and a waste water treatment plant for violations of the Environmental Protection Act.

According to the EPA, several paperwork violations are being alleged and the violations focus on the leachate that the landfill sent to the waste water treatment plant over the last three years.

The EPA said they sent violation notices to the owner and certified operator of several companies including:

Southern Illinois Regional Landfill, Inc. - Jackson County
Village of Elkville's waste water treatment plant - Jackson County
Freedom Transfer Corporation - Franklin County
Freedom TNT, Inc. - Franklin County
Barr Trucking, Inc. - Perry County

Tracking and reporting of wastes that go into and are removed from a landfill is important in ensuring the safety of the public and surrounding environment.

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Gov. Quinn asks Obama to declare 14 counties major disaster areas

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Tuesday, May 24th, 2011, 3:36pm

Gov. Quinn asks Obama to declare 14 counties major disaster areas

FRANKLIN COUNTY, IL (KFVS) - Governor Pat Quinn asked President Obama to declare 14 Ill. counties major disaster areas on Tuesday, May 24.

Counties requested include: Alexander, Franklin, Gallatin, Hardin, Jackson, Lawrence, Massac, Perry, Pope, Pulaski, Randolph, Saline, White and Williamson.

If Quinn's request is approved, people in the approved counties would be eligible for grants and low-interest SBA loans. Also, affected businesses would be able to apply for low-interest SBA loans.

"During the floods, I met with local officials and people affected by the flooding, listened to their stories and saw the widespread devastation caused by the floodwaters," said Quinn. "Federal assistance is needed to help them recover from this disaster. That's why we worked quickly to document the damage and submit this request for federal assistance. I ask President Obama to quickly approve this request to help people begin the recovery process."

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Current closures of Southern Ill. parks, DNR areas

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Friday, May 20th, 2011, 5:16pm

Current closures of Southern Ill. parks, DNR areas

FRANKLIN COUNTY, IL (KFVS) - The Illinois Department of Natural Resources released a list of current closures for parks and DNR sites in Southern Illinois.

Because of storm damage and flooding, the DNR asks the public to call any park in the southern region before they visit. The DNR's list of closures include:

Beall Woods State Park – Tuliptree is open with a small portion under water (can walk around that section); White oak upland area is open, however the bottomland area is closed due to flooding; Ridgway is closed due to high water; Schneck is closed due to high water; Sweet Gum is closed due to high water.
Cache River State Natural Area - Section 8 Woods Boardwalk is closed until further notice.

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May event calendar for West Frankfort Public Library

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Friday, May 6th, 2011, 1:54pm

WEST FRANKFORT, IL (KFVS) - The May event calendar for the West Frankfort Public Library is now available.

Monday, May 2- Friends of the Library meeting at 6 p.m.
Tuesday, May 3- Story hour for three, four and five year olds at 11 a.m.
Monday, May 9- Library Board meeting at 7 p.m.
Tuesday, May 10- story hour for three, four and five year olds at 11 a.m.
Tuesday, May 10- Elsenpeter Marionettes "Wizard of Oz" at 6 p.m.
Tuesday, May 17- Story hour for three, four and five year olds at 11 a.m.
Saturday, May 21- Friends of the Library Movie Day at 1 p.m.
Tuesday, May 24- Story hour for three, four and five year olds at 11 a.m.
Monday, May 30- Closed

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Steve Green benefit concert on Mother's Day

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Friday, May 6th, 2011, 10:50am

THOMPSONVILLE, IL (KFVS) - Christian music artist Steve Green is the special guest for a benefit concert on Sunday, May 8.

The concert will be at 6:30 p.m. in the 3ABN Worship Center at the Thompsonville Seventh-day Adventist Church located at 3577 Angel Lane, off Route 149.

The concert tickets are free, but seats are limited to 1,300 guests. You can call 618-627-2999 for a ticket outlne near you.

Tours of the 3ABN's television studios will be available starting at 4 p.m. in 15 minute intervals.

The concert is sponsored by the Three Angels Broadcasting Network, the church and the King's Daughters Women's Ministry.

A free-will offering will help fund several community projects including a playground.

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