The Tri States – A look back at the top stories and features from the Tri States Public Radio news department from December 2009.
For many Midwest farmers, this year's fall harvest extended into December. Alex Degman reported on how that impacted some businesses. Also last month, Jason Parrott talked to Keokuk Mayor Dave Gudgel about his four terms in office. Gudgel chose not to run for re-election.
Those who want to build a new courthouse in Clark County received some good news in December, while those who want to preserve the current courthouse held a candlelight vigil to protest the idea of tearing down the building. The Hamilton Board of Education chose an interim superintendent, and environmentalists threatened to sue the operators of a coal mine near Industry.
News Director Rich Egger told us how volunteers have maintained the Red Brick School in Smithfield for the past couple decades. He also profiled artists who turn trash into treasures. Alex Degman highlighted the Western Illinois University Symphony Orchestra as it prepared to perform with the rock band Kansas.