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State's Attorney Tom Haine Set To Argue Oral Appeal Against Subcircuit Law

2 years 8 months ago
EDWARDSVILLE - Madison County State’s Attorney Tom Haine is set to argue against the new subcircuit law in the 4th Appellate District on June 22, 2022, on behalf of Madison County. Joining the County as Plaintiffs against the new law are Judges Chris Threlkeld and Amy Sholar (Represented by Attorney James Craney), Senate Minority Leader Dan McConchie (Represented by Phillip A. Luetkehans), and pro-se Plaintiff Chrissy Wiley. Supporting the law are Defendants Governor Pritzker, the Illinois State Board of Elections, Illinois Senate President Don Harmon, and Speaker of the Illinois House Chris Welch. In the new subcircuit law, the General Assembly suddenly created three new gerrymandered judicial subcircuits in Madison County without any public hearings or input. In response, a bi-partisan and overwhelming majority of the Madison County Board passed a resolution condemning this new gerrymandered judiciary scheme and calling for legal action to oppose it. After initially granting

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Lorraine Hentz and Jude Henke Take Top Honor: Father McGivney Catholic Graduates Strong 2022 Senior Class

2 years 8 months ago
GLEN CARBON - Father McGivney Catholic High School recently graduated a senior class of 47 that posted some unbelievable accomplishments in both academics, scholarships, ACT scores, and athletics in the 2021-2022 school year. Lorraine Hentz and Jude Henke earned the Father Michael J. McGivney Legacy Award, McGivney's highest honor. "The recipients of this award have been nominated by the FMCHS administration and faculty," Principal Joe Lombardi said. "The recipients exemplify the spirit of our Catholic High School and patron Father Michael J. McGivney. Both recipients have exhibited the foundational pillars of Unity, Charity, Fraternity, and Patriotism. "They possess an excellent attitude and a proficiency in academics - demonstrated a Christ-centered and active faith - devoted to serving the culture of life, and joyfully living out their faith through prayer and celebration of the sacraments while courageously sharing the Good News of the Gospel."

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