Live coverage: Harris jury sees photos of injuries suffered by family members
Daily headlines
May 2013
Christopher Harris murder trial:
Prosecution presents closing arguments in Chris Harris murder trial
Harris defense takes a personal approach in closing statements
Wright delivers rebuttal, jury goes home for night
Chamber to celebrate 100 years with downtown party
Jason Hoffman sculpture 'Constellation' to be unveiled Tuesday
WLB cumulative honor roll for 2012-2013 school year
Health dept. now accepting debit and credit cards
Logan County resident ordered to pay taxes
FEMA hiring workers to help with flood recovery
Medicine and music return to Old State Capitol during June 7-9 encampment
AP news
Late-day
post
Prosecution
presents closing arguments in Chris Harris murder
trial
By LDN staff
Harris defense
takes a personal approach in closing statements
By LDN staff
Wright delivers rebuttal, jury goes home for night
By LDN staff
Weather alert: NOAA/National Weather Service, Central Illinois issues tornado watch through 8 p.m.
Logan County final multiplier announced
Flash flooding anticipated through Saturday evening
Relay For Life master of ceremonies and honorary chairs announced
Open house at Lincoln office of Center for Youth and Family Solutions
Logan County 4-H forms Herb-N-Kids SPIN Club
Prairieland Theatre Company, Delavan, presents 'Prairie Playwrights: Four Plays Three Authors'
Christopher Harris murder trial:
Testimony wraps up at Christopher Harris murder trial
Closing arguments set for Thursday in Harris murder trial
USDA Farm Service Agency urges producers to report prevented and failed acreage right away
Grants available to help schools arrange trips to Lincoln Presidential Library
Fire and rescue reports
AP news
City may vote next week on future of tourism bureau
Local health dept. to make cuts in service due to budget constraints
Library receives $5,000 'Fix-It Lincoln' grant
Abraham Lincoln Chapter DAR presents awards
CEL 8th-grade awards
CEL 4th-quarter honor roll
Danielle Burgrabe is the ZLS Student of the Month
Christopher Harris murder trial:
Live coverage: Defense will close their case
with testimony from Nicole Gee and daughter
Psychologist: Dillen Constant was at risk to act
violently
USDA Farm Service Agency urges producers to enroll in DCP/ACRE
U of I news: New facility to link research and commercial viability for advanced biofuels
Grinnell Mutual releases 2012 Life Safety Achievement Award application to recognize fire departments
Lincoln College to host volleyball camp for local youth
AP news
County looking for answers from city on hotel-motel tax and tourism intentions
'That's Memorial
Day'
A Memorial Day
message by Pastor Mark Thompson,
Zion Lutheran
Church, Lincoln
Post 263 celebrates
Memorial Day indoors
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'We should thank
God that such men lived'
Lt. Col. Stan
Manes delivers a Memorial Day message in Mount
Pulaski
Mount Pulaski observes Memorial Day -- album
Family Fun Day 5K fundraiser brings out a good group of runners
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Family Fun Day 5K race results
Carroll Catholic students enjoy 'Field Day'
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Possibility of more severe storms and heavy rains continues
Extension offers youth programs in June
American Legion 17th District Auxiliary hosts Illini Girls State tea
Lincoln College to host volleyball camp for local youth
Christopher Harris murder trial:
Live coverage: Defense continues presenting their case this morning
Unemployment falls in most areas compared with last year (PDF)
Recalls announced
Advanced EyeCare of Lincoln is the Chamber Business of the Week
Births:
Brody Arthur Bossingham
Emmalyn Kate Dayvolt
Sheryl Hudson retiring from Mission Mart
Redbirds fall to Wichita State 5-2 in MVC championship game
AP news
American Legion observes Poppy Days
Memorial Day rides home available
Special Memorial Day feature: Shot down over the Netherlands, Illinois man evaded Nazis and joined Dutch Underground
Health dept. urges you to protect yourself from mosquito-related disease
Hampton Inn earns Certificate of Excellence
Home Sweet Home Ministries wins statewide award for recycling
Christopher Harris murder trial:
On witness stand, Harris denies killing family, claims self-defense
Red Cross provides safety tips for Memorial Day holiday
IDOT suspends non-emergency roadwork to improve traffic flow during holiday weekend
'Click It or Ticket' Memorial Day mobilization in Illinois
IDES offices closed May 27 to observe
Memorial Day
Customers should certify; services available on
Internet
Madigan: Illinois homeowners receive $1.8B in relief from national foreclosure settlement
Park district notes
Home Country: The barber knows
AP news
New CEL school board
wants cuts in building plans
Big concerns loom with state cuts
that include transportation plus higher health insurance costs
Q&A with the CEL school board
American Legion observes Poppy Days
Relay For Life of Logan Co. approaches $1M goal
Hartsburg-Emden FFA hosts 75th annual awards night
Scott Ewing Memorial Senior Scholarship winners announced
Illini Central Class of
2013 senior pictures
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Memorial Day rides home available
Christopher Harris murder trial:
Live coverage: State may rest its case against
Harris this morning
Pathologist describes horrific wounds suffered
by Gee family
How to avoid water illnesses in swimming season
Conservation Police remind boaters and water users to practice safety as boating season gets underway
From the Better Business Bureau
Beware of Memorial Day scams
Redbirds advance to title game with win over Evansville
AP news
New steps forward for
economic development
Tourism and public transportation face challenges
Tourism bureau begins search for new executive director
New Holland-Middletown School celebrates grant award from State Farm Insurance
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Historic homes: Lincoln/Postville, Sears Roebuck and the Marbold Farmstead
Anne Sydney named Nurse of the Year at ALMH
Salvation Army offers secure way to help victims in Oklahoma
West Lincoln-Broadwell 8th-grade awards
Mount Pulaski 8th-grade awards
Christopher Harris murder trial:
Live coverage: State expected to wrap up their case today
Injuries to surviving Gee daughter outlined at Harris murder trial
Memorial breaks ground for expansion project
U of I news: NSF approves planning grant for Center for Advanced Research in Drying
Old State Capitol lets kids become Civil War soldiers, doctors
Letter: Thanks to all from Humane Society of Logan County
Madigan: Unanimous Senate vote to prevent 'pill shoppers' from aiding meth criminal
Fire and rescue reports
AP news
Bacon and Shane win LCHS Hursh Scholarship, plus other senior awards announced
NH-M District 88 receives $30,000 check
Zonta announces Young Women in Public Affairs Scholarship
This week's highlights --
or lowlights
By John Fulton
U of I farm tour to showcase specialty crops equipment at PrairiErth Farm, Atlanta
Christopher Harris murder trial:
Live coverage: Victims moved among several rooms during killings
Forensic scientist: DNA under Rick Gee’s fingernail from stepson
Plaque to be unveiled on Trotter Fountain Day
Mount Pulaski baseball regional vs. Pawnee (PDF)
Redbirds advance to face Missouri State
AP news
Mount Pulaski High School graduation
District 27 2nd-graders win big in tree poster contest -- album
Master Gardeners enjoy another successful plant sale -- album
Threat of severe weather continues
Oasis Lunch and Learn: Area Agency on Aging for Lincolnland announces program for family caregivers
Amy Row retires from ALMH
Christopher Harris murder trial:
Live coverage: Chris Harris takes stand at hearing without jury
Harris testifies in hearing in police interview
High Blood Pressure Education Month: State health department encourages healthy lifestyles
U of I news: Tax breaks ease burden of college payments
Group seeks nominations for Illinoisans of the Day
Miller Park Zoo welcomes new kookaburra chick
LC track teams end year with personal bests
AP news
Logan County to join McLean education region; health department to make cuts; bike trails plan ready for approval
Lincoln Christian University commencement includes 1st graduates of China Institute
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Main Street invites everyone to the 'Cruise into Main Street 5K & Health Expo'
Severe weather possible Monday through Tuesday night
ALMH receives Prairie STAT Heart Program award
ZLS Student of the Month
Change of venue for historical society's May meeting
LCHS Class of '68 seeking classmates for reunion
Christopher Harris murder trial:
Live coverage: Trial set to resume at 9 this morning
Illinois Farm Bureau commends Senate, House ag committees on passage of farm bill
Brady opposes medical marijuana
The general who made a stand at Gettysburg
Recalls announced
Lincoln College's Katie Frye competes at Women’s National Golf Championship
Redbirds rally late, top SIU 9-8 to secure 1st outright MVC title
AP news
Integrity Data announces Community Giving grant recipients
Mount Pulaski Zion Lutheran students visit local historic sites
Local gun club to host pistol course
Christopher Harris murder trial:
Live coverage from Friday. Trial will resume Monday at 9 a.m.
State forensic scientist, Chris Harris' ex-girlfriends testify Friday
Harris jury sent home early; hearing Monday apparently on police interview
Gov. Quinn proclaims May as Older Americans Month in Illinois
4 MLB teams host FFA Day at the Ballpark
Rosa Parks biographer to speak June 11 at Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
Court reports
Marriages
Dissolutions
Home Country: Dental drama
AP news
City Briefs: House on Decatur
Street to be city fast-track demolition
City considers special use permits for drive-thru businesses and
changes in fines and fees
Healthy Families
Task Force brings community service agencies
together
Part 2
Morgan Lacefield is the May LCHS Student of the Month
Logan County Relay brunch Sunday
From Logan County Department
of Public Health
Summer food event permit requirements
Christopher Harris murder trial:
Live coverage: Jason Harris ends his testimony in murder trial
Jason Harris admits to repeatedly lying about his role in Gee slayings
Many Illinois historic sites extend hours
6
sites to operate 7 days a week
New American Sign Language videos will help deaf, hard of hearing prepare for disasters
Madigan: Springfield man arrested for child pornography
Police reports
AP news
Lincoln resident voices concerns over speeding on South Kickapoo
Healthy Families
Task Force brings community service agencies
together
Part 1
Gas
line cut closes Keokuk Wednesday morning
Report
from fire Chief Mark Miller and album of photos
Community Action names Holly Roper as Head Start director
Staton named May Employee of the Month at ALMH
Symphony observes National Nursing Home Week with wheelchair races
Vascular diseases of
trees; raising pumpkins
By John
Fulton
Christopher Harris murder trial:
Live coverage: Jason Harris admits he lied several times to police
On witness stand, Jason Harris admits to lying to investigators
Brother: Chris Harris had blood on his clothes, said 'I killed them all'
County meeting minutes:
Safety, April 16 (PDF)
Waste management, April 17 (PDF)
Soil moisture levels slightly above normal in mid-May
State Dept. on Aging praises residents and staff of long-term care facilities in observance of Nursing Home Week
Landmarks Illinois welcomes Frank Butterfield as director of Springfield office
LC baseball Region 24 tournament bracket
LCU hires men's soccer coach
LCU volleyball signs Johnson
AP news
Aldermen asked to review list of tourism expectations
Music teacher remembered by NH-M community
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ALMH Auxiliary hosts Mini-Medical Days
LCHS students offer show at the Art Institute
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Community Action board meeting notice
Perry County Lutheran Chorale to perform at Zion in Lincoln
Christopher Harris murder trial:
Live coverage: Jason Harris expected to testify today
Prosecutors say Harris' brother will take stand Wednesday
County meeting minutes:
Animal control, April 10 (PDF)
Insurance, April 10 (PDF)
Crop insurance and prevented planting
TeleServe certification number to change
Saves $2M; Internet remains preferred option
Elderly Service Officer of the Year nominations sought
ZLS does well at state track meet
AP news
Audra's excellent adventure to Disney World
Audra's excellent adventure -- album
Lincoln Park District receives grant for Family Aquatic Center
Gov. Quinn
announces $15.3M for local parks and open space
projects
Includes $400,000 for Lincoln Park District swimming
pool
LCHS April Senior of the Month is Emily Johnson
Land of Lincoln Honor Flight plans May 21 trip
Christopher Harris murder trial:
Live coverage: Harris says 'I'm not a killer' during police interview
Police: Shoes help make Harris a likely suspect
County meeting minutes:
Airport and farm, April 1 (PDF)
Road and bridge, April 1 (PDF)
Building and grounds, April 2 (PDF)
LDN Spring 2013 Home Improvement Magazine
High-design, high-tech ideas for
making your home more luxurious
Featuring faucets
Jacob and Sophia repeat atop Social Security's list of most popular baby names
Upcoming blood drives in Logan County
Mount Pulaski baseball regional: Mount Pulaski vs. Illini Central
AP news
Logan expected to join McLean Regional Education
LCU commencement ceremonies Saturday
Mount Pulaski High
School honors students, names Rachel Allen
Senior-of-the-Year
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Illini Central announces April Student of the Month Conner Martin
School sales tax report
New caregiver support group forming
Lincoln Woman's Club to install officers at Wednesday luncheon
Christopher Harris murder trial:
Live coverage: Trial resumes today at 9 a.m.
LDN Spring 2013 Home Improvement Magazine
Garage door decor
Avoiding tick-borne disease
It's never too late to start birding
Recalls announced
Sherwin-Williams is the Chamber Business of the Week
Lumbermens Mutual Casualty, American Manufacturers Mutual Insurance and American Motorists Insurance placed in liquidation
Logan County athletes
participate in state track competition
By Greg Taylor
with photos by Rob Siebert
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Registration continues for IWGA Women's State Amateur Championship
Redbirds walk away with 17-3 win against Evansville
Redbirds score 6 in 7th, defeat the Aces 14-4
AP news
LCU student mural spreads the word: 'From what ought to be to reality'
'From what ought to be to reality' -- album
HSLC Garage Sale: Plenty sold,
plenty left to sell
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May Students of the Month at Carroll Catholic
More signs of spring in Logan County -- album
Christopher Harris murder trial: Jurors see video interview with Harris and alleged murder weapon
Crime scene investigators testifying at Harris murder trial
LDN Spring 2013 Home Improvement Magazine
Finding Zen in the home or in the garden
Hundreds gather for the annual Illinois Fallen Firefighter Memorial and Medal of Honor Awards Ceremony
Asian Carp Regional Coordinating Committee announces this year's plan for Illinois waters
Illinois lawmakers collaborate in Historic Preservation Caucus to protect state heritage
Illinois EPA announces new online permit portal to assist drinking water and wastewater treatment plant operators
Easter Seals to host conference in Normal
Home Country: A branding job with a bonus
AP news
Woven Together putting families together: Project Sunshine
Glass recycling collection location change for this Saturday only
LCHS announces scholarship recipients
Sara Shane is the LCHS Senior of the Month
New Logan County Plat Book now available
Christopher Harris murder trial: Testimony of crime scene investigator begins
Live coverage: Harris jury sees photos of injuries suffered by family members
Beason murder trial: Jurors horrified by crime scene photos
Witnesses discuss sex life of murdered Beason couple
Crime scene investigators testifying at Harris murder trial
LDN Spring 2013 Home Improvement Magazine
Moving your workplace home
Attorney General Madigan distributes $500,000 to Illinois' 8 regional food banks
Is your leadership hurting the bottom
line?
4 'bad leader
behaviors' that affect productivity, profits
Mount Pulaski hosts Spring Fling with Washington Street merchants
Dissolutions
Fire and rescue reports
Mother's Day celebrated at Miller Park Zoo
AP news
Donor gifts make hospice patient wishes come true, help families cope with grief
Allison Hickey is the Mount Pulaski Senior-of-the-Month
Christopher Harris trial: Jason Harris gets plea deal; will testify against brother Christopher
Live coverage: Testimony begins in Harris murder trial
Wright: Harris slew Gee family to leave no witnesses
Trooper tells of miracle finding Tabitha Gee alive
Stormy today
Rhubarb, broadleaf weed control, plant sale
LDN Spring 2013 Home Improvement Magazine
What is feng
shui, and how do I get it?
Start with finding balance in the bedroom
Illinois American Water observes Drinking Water Week by encouraging consumers to 'know your H2O'
Illinois Senate committee approves medical marijuana
Full Senate will consider measure
Social Security announces new mobile site for smartphone users
April in Illinois was much wetter than last year
U of I news: Conference highlights effective leadership across generations
Senior designations for financial advisers
Reducing consumer confusion and
risks
Police reports
Fire and rescue reports
LC baseball results
AP news
Bicycle trail plans top discussions by county planning commission
Monday night: A whole lot of 'swearing' going on at City Hall
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Lincoln Heritage Museum named among top 30 university museums
Chief Ken Greenslate certified by Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police
Saturday's Walk for Life themed 'Life saved'
Stormy weather, more heavy rains beginning tonight
Harris murder trial finishes jury selection
Recycling notices:
Monthly electronics recycling
Initial glass recycling
LDN Spring 2013 Home Improvement Magazine
The Man Cave: For men only, and the women who love them
IEMA highlights employee disaster preparedness
Book Look: 'Postcards from Pismo'
Monday night's game:
LCHS vs. U-High -- LDN slideshow
Pictures by Dan Hemenway
LC baseball results
AP news
CEL board: No actions
at special session
Superintendent
lent strong public support
From State's Attorney
Jonathan Wright
Welch sentenced
to 10 years
Beckstrom joins Prairie Engineers of Illinois
LCHS presents 'Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat'
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14th annual MS Walk brings dozens to Laughlin Center
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12 jurors selected for murder trial of Chris Harris
LDN Spring 2013 Home Improvement Magazine
Tips for setting up your home theater viewing space
Office of the State Fire Marshal promotes
Arson Awareness Week
This year’s theme: 'Reducing Residential
Arson'
Department of Insurance monthly disciplinary report now available online
Springfield Clinic brings gastroenterology to Lincoln
Zion students qualify for upcoming state track meet
Register now for junior high baseball camp
AP news
More than
degrees conferred at Lincoln College commencement
Judge James A. Knecht: Weekend passes put the
meaning in life
'Brave's Brenda Chapman: Do what you love
Lincoln College Class of 2013 graduation ceremony
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CEL seats 5 new members of a 7-seat school board
CEL board: No actions
at special session
Superintendent
lent strong public support
LCHS Red
Carpet & Grand March
'A Night in Central Park'
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Mount Pulaski High School Prom March 2013
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Oscar winner Brenda Chapman
returns home to Logan County
Treats moviegoers to a special meet and greet at
Lincoln Theater
Fans flock to Lincoln Theater to meet Brenda Chapman, creator of 'Brave'
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LDN Spring 2013 Home Improvement Magazine
A sense of balance
Creating a distinctive and functional area in a small outdoor space
Recalls announced
Humane Society of Logan County is the Chamber Business of the Week
Elkhart townwide yard sales
Creighton wins in extra innings, snaps ISU winning streak
AP news
Mayor declares 'Brenda Chapman Weekend' in Lincoln
No jurors picked Friday in Harris trial
Live coverage: Harris murder trial jury selection
Harris trial juror saw TV coverage ... in the jury's waiting room
LCHS Red Carpet Runway & Grand March changes venue to high school
Lincoln Walk MS changes venue to Lincoln Christian University
Kids have pizza on D.A.R.E. -- album
Spring has sprung in central Illinois
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LCU celebrates 69 years at Founders' Day, Tuesday
This year's Railsplitting Festival canceled
Gov. Quinn proclaims Senior Corps Week in Illinois
Visa celebrates Free Comic Day today
Births:
Kylee Ann Kathleen Alley
Bentley Charles Cheatham
Henry David Sharp
Brooklyn Frances-Ann Tomkinson
Home Country: Labor of love: spreading the word on manure
AP news
2012 audit shows county 'moving in the right direction'
'Gruesome' photos at center of Harris jury selection
Logan Lanes celebrates 50 years with a party Saturday
The importance of lessons on water safety for children
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IDOT, law enforcement and safety advocates launch motorcycle awareness campaigns
Gov. Quinn announces Illinois coal exports set record in 2012, fuel economic growth
Animal welfare advocates lobby Illinois lawmakers to protect pets
Landmarks Illinois announces 'Ten Most Endangered Historic Places' for 2013
Together for Lincoln pork chop dinner
AP news
The Darlene Wick story
Lincoln
Odd Fellows' much-loved last matron retires
Lawyers question potential jurors for Chris Harris' murder trial
Heavy rainfall expected over the next several days
Honors Night at Mount Pulaski High School to be next week
Nuisance pests and galls
By John
Fulton
Illinois EPA highlights Air Quality Awareness Week to promote education and safety
'Happy Trails Hike' at Sugar Grove Nature Center
Illinois and the Korean War, May 1953
$38M recovered from
unemployment cheats
Anti-fraud effort
boosts business climate, Illinois economy
Financial and Professional Regulation disciplinary report for March now available online
Lincoln Writer's Club will meet May 14
AP news
Ivan Ray shares Honor Flight experience with the community
State drops 25 of 58 murder charges against Chris Harris
Carroll Catholic / New Holland-Middletown Scholastic Bowl team to compete in IESA state tournament Friday
Director Brenda Chapman to be at 'Brave' screening at Lincoln Theater
Delavan Civil War Days Saturday and Sunday
Upcoming blood drives in Logan County
Down on the farm, 1800s style
Antique Farm Show Saturday at Lincoln's New
Salem
Prairie Wind Ensemble concert May 10
Letter: Lincoln Woman's Club reports on gifts to troops
AP news