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Suspect in Shahnavaz murder drops bid to represent himself
By STEVEN MURREYManaging Editorsmurrey@cherryroad.com Carl Roy Webb Boards II, the man charged in the 2022 murder of Elwood police officer Noah Shahnavaz, has withdrawn his request to defend himself in his death penalty trial next year. Board faces charges of murder, two counts of resisting law enforcement, unlawful possession of a firearm by a convicted…
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Halloween in Alexandria
Abby holds onto her little witch (Josie) and Jonah holds his little pumpkin (Reid) who is having his first Halloween. Photo by Valerie JerrilsBig Bird went Trick or Treating in Alexandria instead of Sesame Street! Photo by Valerie JerrilsJared, Ashlyn, and Brooks Bourff had amazing costumes as the milkman, milk, and a chocolate chip cookie.…
TAKE AN UNCOMMON APPROACH
CHAMPIONS 101:By: Travis DaughteryYou ever watch someone perform and can’t help but recognize that they’re just…different? Like, there’s a unique energy they bring, a unique connection they create, and a…