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GRAFTON — The Grafton community is mourning the loss of retired Police Chief Eric Spanton, who died on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024. Grafton Mayor Mike Morrow said Spanton, who battled cancer, had served as the police chief since 2017, following a distinguished 28-year career with the Illinois State Police. In November 2024, the Grafton City Council accepted the retirement of Police Chief Spanton. He also served for several years with the Jersey County Sheriff's Office. Mayor Morrow confirmed Spanton's passing, noting his profound impact on the city during his tenure. "He served in two mayoral administrations during his time in Grafton," Morrow said. "Everyone in Grafton says there will be very big shoes to fill in replacing him. Everybody in Grafton knew him." Spanton's contributions to the police department and the community were significant. His leadership helped establish a solid foundation for the department, and he was known for his proactive approach to community policing.

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Bi-State Development’s current plans for the north-south Green Line, the next MetroLink extension, do not extend light rail into the heart of the South Side here in Dutchtown. Dutchtown Main Streets has submitted a letter to Bi-State CEO Taulby Roach explaining why locating the southern terminus at the intersection of Chippewa, Jefferson, and Broadway is short-sighted.

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