The Christian County Prevention Coalition is dedicated to stopping drug and alcohol abuse, especially on the part of young people. Retired Judge John Coady is a member, and says they’re lucky to have the help of Ted Penesis, Education Manager for the Illinois Liquor Commission:
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Penesis says Christian County is dealing aggressively with the problem as opposed to other counties in Illinois:
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Other members of the coalition include Christian County Board Chairman Paul Schmitz and Taylorville Deputy Chief of Police Brian Hile.
