Charlene Beringer, who began working in McLean County’s justice system in 1987, retired Oct. 30 after nearly 40 years with the county. Her career took her from the jail, to the juvenile detention center, to the probation department. Along the way she became as well known for her baking as for her work.

Charlene Beringer, who began working in McLean County&rsquo;s justice system in 1987,&nbsp;retired Oct. 30 after nearly 40 years with the county. Her career took her from the jail, to the juvenile detention center, to the probation department. Along the way she became as well known for her baking as for her work.

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Retiring probation officer Charlene Beringer helped people in McLean County's criminal justice system feel special

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