The Webster County Courthouse's 19th century coal furnace heating system reared its dirty, smokey head today causing coal fumes to infiltrate much of the courthouse.
Attempts at lighting the old coal furnace failed today, leaving some in the Courthouse a bit chilly this morning. In addition, the fire alarm frequently went off to the enjoyment of those involved in court proceedings in both the Circuit and Family Court.
At one time in the not too distant past, the Courthouse had a $350,000.00 rainy day fund set aside to cover the anticipated costs of a new modern heating and air conditioning system, but declining revenues and the ballooning jail bill wiped out that fund a few years back.
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