Note: Most, if not all, games will be played on Saturdays in El Paso. Practices will be in Minonk.
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Kristopher Odell

Editor's reply: There have been more than two murders in Minonk over the years. This website does not cover all murders. The only murder covered on this website is the Ella Martin murder because it was included in the Minonk History section which covers the time period up to 1955.

Kenny Howell

I'm very proactive in teaching my kids about some of the dangers in this world. Our town has an abundance of sex offenders. There's a list of them on the State Police web-site. So, I drove around town, showing my children where these people lived. I found it disturbing that one of their homes lacked a house number. The State Police informed me that sex offenders are not required to display their address...I was told that it's up to the local government and police department to make that decision.. I then discussed this issue with the chief. He told me that he checks in on these people all of the time; making sure that they are following the "rules". He then told me that the issue of the house number would be addressed and enforced. Several months later this person's house is still numberless.

And secondly, the bushes on the corner of 8th and Oak are obstructing the view of the intersection. In order to see traffic from the East, coming from the South, you must pull out into middle of the intersection. The city guys are unable to fix this problem without the okay from the police department; their hands are tied. Now, a few months later, this issue has yet to be resolved. I've been tempted to go down and trim them myself..but, I don't want to get into trouble with the law. Oh, wait, shoot, that only happens if you step outside of your jurisdiction in order to save someone's life.....Just sayin'

Rhonda White

The Family

Vouchers for the Summer Reading tickets may also be used at the remaining home games - there are still nine to go.

Last year, this event raised $1500 for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. This year's event will benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Ronald McDonald House and the Aviation Angels of Hope.

Thank you.
Kimberly McKay

Thanks!
Dr. Daniel L. Oakley, Superintendent

Please return the form to me at 626 Locust Street or in the boxes at Grosenbach's Grocery, Minonk Community Bank or The Sweet Shop. The deadline for filling out the form is Monday, September 11th. After that time I will be emailing everyone a copy of the map of the sales and posting a copy on Minonktalk.com

If you have any questions please feel free to get in touch with me.

Thanks
Cathy McKay

Don't know if this will even matter with me saying it, But JT needs to be reinstated he is fair in his job does not take sides and is the best cop anyone could ask for. You want people to be proud that we are from this town and live here then don't take one of the best things that could ever happen to thus town away reinstate him and make him the chief. It would be one of the best decisions this town has made in a long time. I know JT personally and know that he is here for this community.

Sherri Stokowski

Come on out and line the streets to cheer on the runners, and celebrate the generosity of this great community! In 7 years our Minonk team has raised over $500,000 for St. Jude, and this year's total will be the biggest yet! Also be sure to watch the St. Jude telethon on WEEK Saturday evening around 9:53 p.m. to see Minonk present the check.

A very heartfelt thank you to everyone who donated and supported us throughout the year! We are so grateful to be part of such giving communities! See you Saturday!

Minonk to Peoria St. Jude Runners