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Unit Two Board Takes Personnel Action
Following an executive session of over an hour Tuesday night, the Bond County Community Unit 2 Board of Education took action on several personnel items. Two retirements were approved. They are for Terri Strieker, social studies teacher at Greenville Junior High School and Rene’ Poths, special education teacher at Greenville Elementary School.
Highland-Pierron Fire District Promotes Jerod Kampwerth
HIGHLAND — Jerod Kampwerth was officially pinned as the newly promoted Assistant Chief of the Highland-Pierron Fire Protection District during last night's Board of Trustees meeting. The ceremony, held at the district's firehouse, marked a significant milestone in Kampwerth's career in fire service. Sign in to hide this notification.
Solar Permit On City Planning Commission Agenda
The Greenville Planning Commission will meet Monday, August 26 at 6 p.m. in the municipal building. Commission members will conduct a public hearing regarding a request from Greenville Solar, LCC for a conditional use permit. The company is seeking the permit to operate an electric power generation facility, consisting of a 1.99 megawatt solar energy field on unaddressed parcels accessed from Sam Andrews Drive.
Boulder Campground at Carlyle Lake to Close Early for Major Shower Facility Upgrade
Carlyle Lake’s Boulder Campground is set to receive a significant upgrade with the construction of a new shower building facility. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has announced that the campground will close earlier than usual this season to accommodate the demolition and construction work. Campers must leave by October 14th, allowing the project to commence this fall according to an article by WJBD Radio.
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