•October 24, 2018•

Beth Pruitt Democrat Circuit Clerk candidate
My husband of 30+ years passed away from cancer in 2011. Four years ago I married John Pruitt. John is the owner of Sullivan Auto Body. We have a blended family consisting of five adult children and three grandchildren.
I began employment in Moultrie County as a licensed court reporter in 1992. I was elected President of the Illinois Court Reporters Association and received the Distinguished Service Award.
Appointed Circuit Clerk May 1, 2018, by unanimous vote of the County Board, I began serving as your Circuit Clerk.
“What does the Circuit Clerk do?” The Circuit Clerk functions as the Clerk of the Court. The “Court” is whichever Judge happens to be hearing a particular case. We maintain the files of the Court and follow through on whatever orders the Court issues. I was humbled to be endorsed for the position of Circuit Clerk by four judges for whom I have worked during my career.
My experience in the court system is not limited to certain types of cases. Having participated in every type of court case, I am uniquely qualified to continue serving as Circuit Clerk.     Login or Subscribe to read the rest of this story.