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Inside Scoop!

The Korte Recreation Center gets a “touch up” from an employee of PaintSmiths of St. Louis. See Page 5

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Folks join Bradford National Bank celebrating 150 years of community banking. See Page 8

Carol and “Buck” Robben at 719 Dolphin Drive East are awarded September’s Yard of the Month.

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Former Marines Mark Nelson, Mike Borland, Glenn Heimer, Paul Schwendeman are on hand at the Bethalto Homecoming to tell everyone about the upcoming Toys For Tots program. See Page 15

Heather Warren with her son Liam, 6, pulls weeds near the fountain. “I love the downtown, with the old buildings and I love the fountain,” she said. .............................. See Page 16

Vol. 25, No. 36 - Wednesday -September 6, 2017

Homestead Harvest Days Set For Friday, Saturday, Sunday

By Bill Napper The Pioneer HIGHLAND - Do you long for the quite days when people lived a simple and uncomplicated life?

Would your family like to see history in a living set?

Plan to take part in the Homestead Harvest Days which will be held here September 8, 9, and 10 at 1464 Old Trenton Road.

Admission fees are: $5; children 12 & under free; 3 day pass $10 There will be lots of family events and entertainment as well as live music in the pavilion. Entertainment includes: Sat. 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. ~ David Shake; Sat. & Sun. 1 p.m. - 3 - Gateway Dulcimer Society; Sun. 10 a.m. 1 p.m. ~ Nice ‘n Easy and Sun. 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. ~ Chris Tully Trio.

Check out the Parade of Power

from Sat. 4:30 p.m. to Sun. 3:30 p.m.

More events: Silent Auction - Ongoing Saturday & Sunday ~ Bid on a variety of historic, collectible and contemporary items.

Farm Equipment Auction Sunday, September 10th at 10:00 a.m. To consign or donate items, email: homesteadharvestdays@ gmail.com or call 618-654-7957.

Expanded Craft & Flea Market Area - Ongoing (See website for booth rental forms or contact homesteadharvestdays@gmail. com Many hand made items, artisan works, flea market finds) In the Living History Area see: 1st South Carolina and 11th

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Homestead Harvest Days

The Pioneer/ Bill Napper

Homestead Harvest Days kicks off September 8, 9, and 10 at 1464 Old Trenton Road, just outside of Highland at the old Latzer homestead.

Bulldogs Outrun Lancers

By Don Gunter The Pioneer HIGHLAND - For the second consecutive week the HHS Bulldogs faced a Southwestern Conference team and for the second week, they came out with a victory.

This week the victims were the Belleville East Lancers, who came into this week’s contest with 0-1 record.

A large contingency of HHS faithful witnessed an offensive display that hasn’t been seen in these parts in a very long time, as the Dogs blasted the Lancers 63-33.

The game was back and forth most of the night as teams traded scores like two heavy weight boxers trading punches.

HHS received the opening kickoff and wasted little time, actually 38 seconds, as Brady Feldman (12 rushes for 66 yards & 7 receptions 158 yds ) scored from 3 yards out giving HHS a 7-0 lead.

The Dogs defense held the Lancers on their first possession,

forcing a punt.

It only took 33 seconds for HHS to score on its next drive as Senior Garrett Marti hit Junior Sam LaPorta ( 8 receptions 159 yds , 3 tds) with a 36 yard pass and the Dogs were off and running up 14-0 after one quarter.

Belleville East however made some nice adjustments on the offensive and defensive side of the ball as they roared back to score the next 14 points largely in part to their ability to mix their run and passing game, as the Lancer defense forced HHS to punt the ball away in their next 3 possessions.

With 6:17 left in the opening half the Bulldogs offense got on track again, as it took only 1:13 to break the goal line, this time with Marti throwing to his left to Senior Dylan Shaw who made an acrobatic catch in the corner of the end zone to put the Dogs up 21-14.

East took its next drive down the field as quarterback Kienen

Dog Outrun Lancers ............................... on page 8

Gain For Dogs

The Pioneer/ Jody Becker

Junior Brady Feldman slides along the sidelines for a huge gain for the Bull Dogs.

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Visiting The Lost, Forgotten Means So Much My View 618-882-4932

P.O. Box 144 Highland, IL 62249

Bill Napper

email thepioneerpaper@gmail.com

Most folks take time to honor their parents on Mother and Father’s Day, and in recent years more people are acknowledging the importance of Grandparents Day. Grandparents are really special because they spoil you just a little bit.

One joke at our house is that when the grand kids are here, they are on “grandma time” and there-

fore, it’s grandma’s rules. That means extra everything - from cookies to TV! A special bond between grandparents usually produces marvelous memories not only for the kids, but for the grandparents as well.

But wonderful memories aren’t always reality.

I had a call last week from a reader who wished to make me aware that some older folks aren’t treasured by children or even neighbors.

Nancy Audrey of Marine who often visits nursing homes just to spend time with residents. Many of the residents are parents and grandparents who aren’t visited by friends or family.

After having family members in nursing homes, she met many residents who are lonely because they may not have family members

or simply because they have been forgotten.

“I think to myself,” Did your parents forget you, when you were little,” she says.

Audrey has been visiting Highland Health Care for more than 10 years.

“Many of them just want a hug or a kiss on the check,” she reminds us.

As a member of a small singing group, the Knight Time Singers, I often visit and spend an hour with nursing home residents. The group sings all of the old songs.

The residents often tell us how much they enjoy it, but the truth is that we enjoy it more than they can realize.

Other cultures, such as the Japanese, look at being old as a time of wisdom and the elderly are well respected.

Often, parents and grandparents live under the same roof with the children.

In China older people are also often cared for by their children.

Other places in the world don’t look at the value of life as others.

Since last year, it has been legal to euthanize the elderly in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Colombia. Moreover, assisted suicide is legal in countries such as Canada, Germany, and Switzerland, as well as, here at home in Washington, Oregon, Colorado, Vermont, Montana, Washington DC, and California.

What is most disturbing is that one can get into more trouble for abusing an animal than a child and in most places, you can go to jail, but abortion is perfectly fine.

I love animals as much as anyone, but there is something

seriously wrong with our value system when the life of an animal is worth more than the life of a child.

Why can’t we see that even though all life is valuable, the life of a human being is the most sacred and holy.

That’s why we must remember that life is precious and there are only so many days that we will be on this Earth.

Wouldn’t it be wonderful if every parent or grandparent could receive a visit from a family member or friend on Sept. 10 which is Grandparents Day? Could we take a small gift, or maybe a fresh flower? We could pick a few wild flowers from a nearby field or simply stop by to spend 30 minutes with them, just to say hello.

A visit could be the highlight of their day, week, month, year!

HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Highland 2017 Fall Health Fair - Highland Hope Church Friday, October 20th, 2017: 5:30 - 11:30 a.m.

All participants must pre-register for an appointment time.

Walk-in appointments will begin after 10:30 a.m.

Pre-registration will ONLY take place in person.

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ST. JOSEPH’S HOSPITAL HIGHLAND LOBBY

Date:

Time:

Tuesday, 9/5

8am - 10am

Thursday, 9/7

12pm - 2pm

Thursday, 9/14

4pm – 6pm

Tuesday, 9/19

8am – 10am

Thursday, 9/21

12pm – 2pm

Tuesday, 9/26

4pm – 6pm

Tuesday, 10/3

8am – 10am

Pre-registration is ONLY available at the times listed above in the lobby at the Hospital.

Payment is due at pre-registration.

AVAILABLE TESTING *Payment is due at pre-registration - cash, check and credit card accepted. $25 FLU SHOTS - For the first 200 to sign up for one $45 Comprehensive Blood Screening: Includes complete blood chemistry; cholesterol and lipids, cardiac risk profile, anemia test, complete blood count, kidney and liver function, thyroid. ** 10 HOUR FAST REQUIRED $15 PSA - Prostate Specific Agents: A doctor uses these results in conjuction with an exam to screen for prostate cancer. FOR MEN ONLY $10 Hemoglobin A1C: FOR THOSE WITH RISK OR AT-RISK FOR DIABETES. Indicates if treatment measures are working to prevent organ damage. $15 Vitamin D: For Vitamin D deficiency. Needed for calcium absorption and strong bones. $10 Peak Flow: Measures lung function. $5

Bone Density: Heel scanning machine, that screens for Osteoporosis.

$15 FIT Kit: Take home kit to check for blood in the stool. Annual screening tool used to detect precursors for Colorectal Cancer. ** SCREENINGS WITH A 10 HOUR FAST REQUIRES PLENTY OF WATER ONLY; NO GUM, HARD CANDY, SUGAR OR SWEETENERS.

Other Free Screenings at the Health Fair include:

Blood Pressure, Dental Health, Hearing, BMI, Dietitian and Nutrition consultation.

Health Fair results will be mailed to participants in approximately 3 - 4 weeks; no results will be mailed or faxed to providers.

Thank you for participating. St. Joseph's Hospital works to fulfill our mission in the community and we look forward to serving you in an effort to keep our community healthy.

Services are offered to our community in practice of our core values - Respect, Care, Competence, and Joy!

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The Editor

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PO Box 144, Highland, IL. 62246

Apparition of Fatima To Be Observed HIGHLAND - Organizers are inviting the public to join them on Wednesday, September 13 at 7 p.m. at the HSHS st. Joseph’s Hospital Chapel to observe the Blessed mother’s gift apparition at Fatima.

They will pray a rosary as well say other prayers with intentions for the nation, families among other requests.

They invite everyone to join them as they implore the Blessed Mother for her intercession.

Family Night Hike Set For Sept. 15

HIGHLAND - Experience the trail at night (2 or 4.5 miles), at the Family Night Hike, hosted by Highland Parks & Recreation.

Look for nocturnal animals, view the stars and gather around the fire to make s’mores. Wear comfortable shoes, bug spray, and bring a flashlight! Registration is due by September 11 and the fee is $2 for residents and $4 for non-residents. +

Troy Fire Department Holding BBQ TROY - The event will be on September 8 from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. and Sept 9 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.. Vendor space will be $20 per vendor, and vendors will need to supply their own booth.

For information on how to register, contact the Troy Fire Department at (618) 667-6721.

Highland High School Homecoming Parade Set

HIGHLAND - The Highland High School Homecoming Parade Committee invites the community and local businesses to a night of festivities celebrating Homecoming on Wednesday, October 4, starting with the annual parade beginning at 6 p.m. The parade will begin on Lindenthal at the Elementary School and travel west on Lindenthal to Washington Street, north on Washington crossing Broadway and continue around the square, ending at Laurel. A Pep Rally will immediately follow the parade at the square. Businesses, clubs or groups who wish to place an entry in the parade, should please contact Kim Etter at 618 973-2116 or kimetter13@yahoo.com

The public is invited to give its input on the future of unincorporated Madison County.

Open house dates and locations are: • Wednesday, Sept. 6 at Holiday Shores Ballroom, 1 Holiday Point Pkwy, Edwardsville • Tuesday, Sept. 12 at Maryville Village Hall, 2520 N. Center St., Maryville • Wednesday, Sept. 13 at Weinheimer Community Center, 1100 Main St., Highland Chairman Kurt Prenzler said the county is preparing to update its Comprehensive Plan for unincorporated areas for the first time in 17 years.

“As part of the update, the public is invited to attend one of three open houses and take an online survey throughout the month of September,” Prenzler said.

Planning and development is creating a plan that looks at what different areas should be used for and determine its best use for the county.

Prenzler wants the public to know that a Comprehensive Plan is not zoning, but rather helps guide the physical development of the county.

“The zoning ordinances are the law,” Prenzler said. “Zoning is the criteria used to determine building

HIGHLAND BAND PARENTS ASSOCIATION

COW PIE BINGO & BBQ SEPTEMBER 14, 2017 5:00 – 7:30 P.M. HIGHLAND SQUARE

Kids’ Game Area with prizes BBQ – Fabulous Ribs, Pulled Pork, Burgers, Brats and Hot Dogs Face Painting by National Art Honor Society students 50/50 Raffles

PERFORMANCES BY HIGHLAND HIGH SCHOOL AND HIGHLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL BANDS Grand Prizes: Cow Pie Ticket - $1,000 (if present) $750 (if not present Piggyback Ticket - $250

THANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS: PLATINUM B-Dry & B-Wet Solutions

Bradford National Bank Terra Properties

City of Highland Rural King

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Public input sought for update to the Madison County Comprehensive Plan

Send letters to attention:

Compustitch

GOLD Digital Artz The Bank of Edwardsville Something Special

SILVER Representative Charlie Meier Spengel Boulanger Funeral Home The Smile Shoppe The Pioneer Newspaper BRONZE National Bank The Nagel Family

It’s Party Time!

For more information, or to purchase tickets (if you don’t know a Band student), please contact Wanda Head at 618-444-1970 or Dale Holzinger at 618-792-5930.

heights, setbacks, lot sizes, etc.

Zoning is enforceable and the Comprehensive Plan isn’t.”

Matt A. Brandmeyer, Planning and Development administrator, said the purpose of the comprehensive plan is to serve as a decisionmaking tool for the County Board, the Planning Commission and county departments.

“The plan acts as the official land-use guide for unincorporated Madison County,” Brandmeyer said. “It will be used to assist with future growth and act as the policy basis for zoning and land development decisions. It establishes a logical plan for transportation, infrastructure and economic development policies that will influence public and private-decision making.”

Madison County began using a comprehensive plan in 1969.

Its current plan was established in 2000 and includes elements that cover agricultural, residential and economic development, open space/recreation areas, transportation, water, sewer, and storm water systems and floodplain uses.

“The Comprehensive Plan brings everything together, Brandmeyer said. The public is invited

to attend the open houses and have an opportunity to review existing conditions, talk to the planning team and share their thoughts on the future needs and visions for unincorporated Madison County.

The informal meetings will be held from 5:30 to 8 p.m. The material and information presented to the public will be the same at each of the three meetings.

In addition to attending the first round of open houses, the public is encouraged to take a 10-minute online survey to provide input for the comprehensive plan. A link to the online survey, which will be open until Sept. 30, is available on the project website, www.

OurFutureMadisonCounty.com.

Brandmeyer said a second round of open houses will take place during the winter, at which time the planning team will present the draft components and recommendations of the comprehensive plan.

Residents will have an opportunity at the second round of open houses to revive comments about the draft plan, he said.

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Troy Family Summer of Fun Movie Night – Beauty and the Beast

TROY – The Troy/Maryville/St. Jacob/Marine Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a movie night, sponsored by Aqua Systems, at Tri-Township Park on September 8 at 6 p.m.

Entertainment will begin at 6 p.m. and the feature film, Beauty and the Beast, will begin promptly at 8 p.m.

Entertainment includes Big Papa G, A Zoo 4 You will have a baby animal petting zoo, also the Troy/Maryville/St. Jacob/Marine Chamber of Commerce will be giving away tickets to the Fabulous Fox Theater! Other crafts for kids include face painting, a balloonist and a bounce house, provided by Gateway Church. Pathway Church will be providing FREE food and drinks.

The movie will be shown by Copious Technologies and sponsored

by Lochmueller Group.

Be sure to bring your lawn chairs, blankets and leave your wallets at home – everything is FREE! For more information on how to join in on the fun, visit www.troymaryvillecoc.com or call the Chamber office at 618-667-8769.

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7th grade Bulldogs

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Highland 7th grade Bulldogs listen intently to Coach Joel Hawkins following a recent game. The young Dogs are 3-1 on the season with a recent win over O’Fallon.

World Wide Marriage Encounter Set Help increase your faith in your marriage by embarking on a Worldwide Marriage Encounter (WWME) weekend. The next weekend is on September 22 -24. To register or for more information call 314649-7317 or go online to www.stl-wwme.org.

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New Physical Education Teacher Brings Experience to District

Luke Vallero

HIGHLAND - The new physical education teacher at Grantfork Elementary & Highland Elementary School has had a variety of teaching and coaching positions in his eight years before teaching here.

Luke Vallero is the new physi-

cal education teacher for both schools. His first seven years were in Madison School District in Madison, Ill. “I enjoy coaching and have held several positions during my time teaching career, he says. Some positions include: varsity baseball, assistant varsity baseball,junior high baseball, junior varsity girls basketball, assistant varsity girls basketball and 7th grade girls basketball .

He played varsity baseball at Blackburn College for three years.

He has earned his Bachelor of Arts in Physical Education K-12 and has a Driver Education endorsement from Greenville College.

Vallero is currently working on his Master’s in Education at Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville. He also received his BLS and CPR/AED provider license from Barnes Jewish Hospital.

“I love to play, coach, watch and be around sports. My favorite sports are baseball, hockey, and basketball,” he says.

“My favorite sports teams are the St. Louis Cardinals, St. Louis Blues, and Duke University Blue Devils.

During his free time, he enjoys playing sports, exercising, hiking, traveling and spending time with his wife Kami.

Grantfork Elementary School

Hamel Blood

Upcoming Events

September 8 – 4th grade Latzer Homestead Field Trip 8 – 1st quarter mid-terms go home September 12 – Fundraiser orders & money are due.

September 19 – Fall Pictures September 21 – PTO meeting Grantfork 6:30pm September 30 – PTO Fall Run

Join your friends and Drive To Support neighbors at Southwestern Adam Behrhorst A Red Cross Blood Drive will Electric Cooperative’s 79th be held at the Hamel Community Sept. 18 from 2-6 p.m.

Annual Meeting of Members. Building The blood drive will be dedi- 8th Grade Students Get cated to Adam Behrhorst who graduated from MELHS this year and was diagnosed with Ewing’s Sarcoma a year ago.

He had to have his foot and part of his leg amputated earlier this year. He continues to be a real trooper through this whole ordeal.

To make an appointment to give blood, call 618-656-7503 or go online to Red Cross.

Dose of Reality At Store

By Bill Napper

HIGHLAND - Often it’s easy to get caught up in a world where students are only concerned about their schedule for today, never tthinking about the day when they graduate and have to deal with reality.

That’s where The Reality Store is designed to give students a glimpse + of real life, to see how difficult it sometimes can be to make ends meet.

The Reality Store is sponsored by the Highland Business Women’s Club for 8th grade students at Highland Middle School, and is scheduled for Friday, September 29.

The two-hour life skills simulation starts at 8 a.m. and each student chooses a career that he or she finding interesting and tries to match their abilities. After getting a monthly paycheck, they try to figure out how to pay the bills and meet their obligations.

Representatives and volunteers from local businesses to operate “reality stations.”

Quickly the students learn how to pay taxes, find housing, transportaT h e A n n u a l G r u e n e n - tion and insurance. They also have to buy groceries, pay for clothing felder family reunion was held and child care. They can even plan leisure activities and even spin a Sunday, August 20 at St. Ja- wheel to experience some of life’s unexpected twists and turns. cob Park.

The Highland Business Women’s Club needs representatives to Those in attendance were: help in operating a station at “The Store”.

Duane and Mary Ellen GruenenThose wishing to help in this program should contact Susie Defelder, Kevin, Deb, Kelsey and waeleby cell: 618.520.7039 or by e-mail at susiebullit@yahoo.com.

Keely Gruenenfelder, Regina , Isaha and Brianna Ripperda, Mary Ellen Ansley, Brad and Barb Williams, Stan Brauer, Darwin Reding, Janet Ripperda , Bob Gruenenfelder, Chad, Jessie, The Maryville Community Library has partnered with the EdwardsAmelia, Allison and Oliver Redville Children’s Museum and ing, Kelly, Leann, Miranda and now has three museum passes for Blake McCaslin, Jon, Kerri, Jake, checkout! Each pass allows admisShane , Cale , and Aliyah Gruenenfelder, Scott and Lynn Novak, sion for up to 4 people.

In addition, save 10 on museum Joe and Pam Missey, Rick merchandise when you use the , Donna and Krystal Gruenenfelder, Mike and Carol Koch, pass! Passes are only available to Charlie and Tootie Missey, Mike Maryville Patrons 18 up.

Please contact the Maryville and Julie Schrand, Kyle, Dawn Community Library at 618-288and Haley Ripperda, Mike , Jennifer, Ally, Caleb and Lilly 3801 with any questions.

Durbin, Jim, Laurie and Tara Ashford, Mike and Stephanie Ashford, Brett and Giselda and Sebastian Burgess, Josh, Melissa and Bryson Missey, Tim, thelocalpaper @yahoo.com Chris and Brandon Gruenenfelder, Cindy and Aubrey Missey.

We hope to see all of you again next year on August 19 , 2018

Gruenenfelder Family Reunion Was Held

Saturday, September 9, 2017 Bond County Community Unit #2 Junior High School, 1200 Junior High Drive in Greenville Doors open at 7 a.m., breakfast served 7 - 9:30 a.m., business meeting begins at 10 a.m.

Each active registered member in attendance will receive a $20 bill credit. One member will win a year of free electricity.* *Limit $1,760.00. Must be present to win.

525 U.S. Route 40; Greenville, IL 62246 (800) 637-8667 • www.sweci.com

Museum Passes Available at Maryville Community Library

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Cow Pie Bingo Supports Highland Band

Spot Painting

The Pioneer/ Bill Napper

The Korte Recreation Center gets a “spot touch up” from an employee of PaintSmiths of St. Louis. This is a maintenance step for the building. A complete painting of the structure may be completed in a few months or years. PaintSmiths of St. Louis, Inc. is a professional union contractor specializing in painting and wallcovering for the commercial, light industrial, and high-end residential markets. Headquarted in St. Louis, the majority of their work is in the metropolitan St. Louis area of Missouri and Illinois. However, they work in the national market and have many projects throughout the entire United States.

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Grief-Share Seminar, Support Group Begins Monday at 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., Sept. 11

Grief-Share is a 13 session program where participants learn about grief-related issues.

Members will find comfort, answers, and hope in every session.

Meets at Highland EVUCC 2520 Poplar Street

For more information, Call EVUCC at 654-7459

It’s fun to play bingo, but it’s a whole new experience to play COW PIE BINGO and there is a big difference!

Cow Pie Bingo is the Highland Band Parents largest fundraiser of the year. Last year they raised $7,000 to support all of the bands in the district from 5th grade through high school.

The money is used to support instrument purchases, music, competition entry fees, transportation expenses, instrument maintenance, and even more.

Last year thanks to many generous donors and the school board a portion of the proceeds made from Cow Pie Bingo were used to replace 15 year old band uniforms.

The donors for the new uniforms will be recognized at the next home football game on September 15.

What is Cow Pie Bingo?

Essentially as in years past, they will have a cow in a fenced in area. In that fenced in area are 600 squares. When the cow makes a deposit, whoever owns the square where the deposit is made will win the jackpot.

Cow Pie tickets are sold by the high school students for $10 a square; if the winner is present that is holding a Cow Pie ticket, they win $1,000, if they are not present then they still win $750.

The student that sold the winning Cow Pie ticket also wins $250. The band parents will also be selling Piggyback tickets.

Essentially it’s the same 600 squares, but those tickets are sold by middle school students for $5 a square.

The winner of the piggyback tickets will win $250 regardless if they are present or not. The middle school student who sold the winning Piggyback ticket will also win $100. They will also be selling any remaining squares the evening of the Cow Pie event, while supplies last. All tickets are randomly assigned to a square.

People holding their ticket will be able to see where there ticket is located at on a map by the Cow’s fenced in area.

That night the 6th grade band will start everything out with a performance.

After the 6th grade band performs, the Middle School Band, who performed at a very prestigious event in January in Peoria last year, will be performing.

Finally, the Highland High School Marching Bulldogs will end the night performing music from their exciting new field show called “Persistence of Time”.

The high school band has been invited back to perform at many local competitions culminating at the end of the year with a state performance at the University of Illinois in Champagne, IL. In addition, that night they will have multiple 50/50 drawings.

For the kids there will be games Highland High School Art Student will also be doing face painting for the kids. New this year, the band parents will be having a good old

fashioned BBQ with BBQ ribs, pulled pork, burgers, brats, and hot dogs.

Whether you want to take a chance at winning the grand prize, enjoy some fabulous music by the

students in the Highland School district, or enjoy some BBQ, it is sure to be an enjoyable evening.

The event will be September 14, from 5:00-8 p.m. on the Highland Square.

Homestead Harvest Days Mississippi (Civil War); Territorial Rangers (War of 1812); Daughters of the American Revolution and Sons of the American Revolution; 1st Regiment of Foote (The Royals); French Marines of Fort deChartres; Activities for Children include: Petting Zoo - Saturday & Sunday, Puppet Show,Corn Box,Pedal Tractor Pull,Barrel Rides, and Pony Rides.

There are plenty of things to see including: Stone crushing; shingle mill; threshing & separating wheat; saw mill demonstrations; gas engine display; corn shredding & binding; potato digging & plowing; hay loading & baling; barn displays; windmill and antique

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fire engines.

Take a tour of the Louis Latzer home and the Pet Milk Diorama.

You may also eat on site at the Feeding Trough which offers breakfast, lunch and supper; Norb’s Watering Hole which offers Sloppy Joes, Hot Dogs and beverages.

You won’t want to miss the Sweet Shop I & II for homemade desserts and ice cream and D&T Old Fashion Kettle Corn.

You may write the Highland Historical Society at P. O Box 51 Highland IL 62249, look them up on Facebook or go to the web site at http://www.highlandilhistory.org

Highland IFBW’s Guest Speakers From Illinois ERA at Sept. 11 Meeting

HIGHLAND - The monthly meeting of the Illinois Federation of Business Women Highland will be held Monday, September 11 and will be hosted by the Legislation Committee. We are proud to have two guest speakers from the Illinois ERA – Susan Bramlet-Lavin and Cindy Buys. Bramlet-Lavin is the Executive Director for Illinois NOW and has been a long-time advocate, activist, and lobbyist for the ERA.+ Buys is a Professor of Law and Director of International Law Programs at the Southern Illinois University School of Law. Illinois continues to be a battleground for the ERA, and this will be a very informative program on the current issues in our State. All are welcome and encouraged to invite anyone interested in networking, learning more about our club and the current state of the ERA in Illinois.

Highland IFBW is an organization of “women helping women” and meets the second Monday of each month. The meeting will be held at Windows on Broadway; pizza dinner will be served for $10. Networking begins at 6 p.m, dinner will begin at 6:15 p.m. Visit our Facebook page (Illinois Federation of Business Womens Clubs Inc – Highland) for more information and to RSVP, or call Jen at 618-654-9340.

Hurricane Relief

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Employees at First Mid-Illinois Bank & Trust in Highland are busy on Saturday loading supplies to help those impacted by Hurricane Harvey.

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Alhambra News

by Freddie Riepshoff riepshoff@yahoo.com 618-488-7603 or 910-9215 Anniversaries September 6, Kenneth and Janice Korsemeyer, September 7, Bob and Joan Kakac, Shawn and Shan-

non Hogg, September, 8, Brady and Katie Quade; September, 9, Olin and Betty Zweck, September, 10, Derik and Kristin Payne September 11, Kyle and Molly Thornton, September 12, Vernon and Linda Uhe, Matt and Laura Collmann, Bryan and Kris Rutz September 13, Jason and Lisa Schutz.

Birthdays September 7,Darren Hooks, Casey Western and Destiny Poggemoeller, September 8, Crystal Ash

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and Bradon Surbeck, September 9, Ken Ramsland, Tom Capstick, Mike Otto, Janice Korsemeyer and JoBeth Winet September 10, Donna Suhre, Sherry Warren, Emily Stille and Kyle Brase, September 11, Beverly Engelke, Sandra Snyder, Dana Jarvis, Angela Snyder, Olivia Collmann and Brandt Mansholt, September, 12, Fayette Frandsen and Kendall Brink, September 13 Alexis Starko and Evonna Korsemeyer.

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Alhambra Care Center took part in National Hobo Month , on August 30 with several games and everyone dressed up like hobos. They had to throw the hot dog in the mouth of the ladies and throw the Hoops over the plungers. They also had to bowl with a wheel at the water bottles and to catch a + shoe with a fishing pole and took part in several other activities. Residents enjoyed dressing up and getting involved in all of the many fun activities.

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Knights Holding Bingo, Wednesdays

By Dave Gall HIGHLAND-The Knights of Columbus held weekly bingo here Wednesday evening.

The Team was Captain Herb Weis and the other workers were: Orville Landmann, Martin Klostermann, Carl Neier, Carl Rutz, Pete Tucker, Vern Rakers, Ken Klaus, Paul Musenbrock, Mel Long, Jerry Klostermann and Mel Walter.

The set-up crew was Carl Neier, Kim White, John DeSelm, Lee Trame .

The Callers were Jerry Weber and Dave Gall with bartender Gary Graminski. In the kitchen

were: Derek Burns, Kent Korte and Ed Geier.

Next week’s jackpots are: Cover all in 50 numbers, colorball jackpot $1000 and Starburst Jackpot $800. Congratulations to the winner of the $500 jackpot.

Thank you to everyone who supports the Knights of Columbus Wednesday night bingo. All proceeds support KC Charities.

Please help the Knights with the recycling of bingo papers (There is a paper retriever on the lot for recycling paper.) The KC’s have added a recycling center in the hall for plastic bottles and bags. Thank

you to everyone who helps in the recycling effort. We also bale all cardboard. The Knights collect aluminum cans which helps fund the Tootsie Roll Drive.

Enjoy great food from the kitchen which serves hamburgers, porkburgers, cheeseburgers, and hotdogs.

They also have great tasting pop corn. The Ladies Auxiliary have home-made desserts at the bingo games. The back gate will be open for Wednesday night bingo for your convenience. The KC,s now have a face book page.

Check it out.

13th Annual Pigskin Classic Golf Scramble To Support Special Olympics, BackStoppers and Meals-on-Wheels EDWARDSVILLE - The Highland Police Department’s Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #194 is hosting their 13th Annual Pigskin Classic Golf Scramble on Sat., Sept. 23 at Oakbrook Golf Club here.

Beneficiaries of the event will again be local organizations including The Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics, BackStoppers and Meals-onWheels.

Highland FOP Lodge # 194 sincerely thanks everyone for their

past and continued support of the fundraising efforts.

Last year, tournament sponsors contributed more than $7800 toward the support of these organizations.

The Lodge is seeking sponsors for their 2017 event and will graciously accept monetary or door prize donations in any amount for these three organizations.

Three levels of sponsorship are available: Hole Sponsor, ($100 donation), Silver Badge Sponsor, ($200 donation), and Gold Badge

Sponsor which is a $500 donation.

If you have any questions, please contact Officer McCoy, McClenahan, or Clewis at (618) 654-2131.

The Highland FOP Lodge #194 is operating as a not-forprofit organization. Donations, payable to Highland FOP Lodge #194, may be dropped off at the Highland Police Department or mailed to the department at: 820 Mulberry Street, Highland, IL 62249 with attention to Officer McCoy, McClenahan, or Clewis.

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Lee Iten American Legion Post Is Very Active Civic Organization

Breakfast Pioneer photo/ by Bill Napper The Sunday morning crew at Highland Lee Iten American Legion Post #439 begins the clean up process after another successful monthly breakfast is held. The Legion holds a breakfast the first Sunday of each month.

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Wayne Wirz greets everyone with a smile and an attitude of gratitude for supporting the monthly breakfast meal.

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HIGHLAND - The American Legion Post Lee Iten Post #439 successfully held another monthly breakfast to benefit the needs and members of the legion post here.

The American Legion post is a very active civic organization here. In + addition to the monthly breakfast, they offer their building as a unique place to meet or hold birthday events or wedding showers. They offer afternoon, evening, or even hourly rates for any special occasion including birthday, bridal, retirement parties.

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Street Art Festival, Art Expo Will Be Held Sat., Sept. 16

HIGHLAND - Street Art Festival and Art Expo will be held Saturday, Sept. 16 when the streets of Highland become a canvas for talented artists d u r ing this one-ofa-kind festival.

Carrying on a tradition that started centuries ago, the 13th Annual Street Art Festival and Art Expo will turn the streets of downtown Highland into a temporary art gallery.

The great tradition of street painting began in Italy in the 16th century. A crowd would gather whenever a traveling artist began transforming the pavement into a colorful work of art. Although the masterpiece only lasted until the next rain, the tradition of street painting has endured.

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jewelry, pottery, photography and more, all made by local artists, will be available for sale.

Run for Color 2-mile Fun Run: Grab the kids and sign up for the 2-mile Run for Color where participants will be doused with powdered color along the run route!

Kreative Kids Korner for the Kids: Kids have their own special “Kreative Kids Korner” at this family-friendly event where they have the chance to make their own works of art and enjoy some imaginative fun and games.

A Relaxing, Hometown Environment: Art, music, great food and beverages, all at Highland’s beautiful downtown square, combine to make this an event you won’t want to miss.

Register for the events at http:// www.highlandillinois.com/streetartfestival

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JOY Singers Begin Season

HIGHLAND - If you are a Just Older Youth who likes to sing and spread a little joy to those in nursing homes and assisted living, plan to join us on October 2 at 12-noon.

JOY Singers will begin their fall season with a light luncheon at the First Baptist Church on Poplar Street. Luncheon will be at 12-noon with a short meeting following. Old music from the spring program will be collected and new music for the Christmas season will be handed out.

Rehearsals will be on Mondays through October from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. New people are welcome to be a part of the JOY Singers.

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Wine and beer will be available all day.

Beer Tasting Festival: Take advantage of this opportunity to sample over 20 different beers!

Bags Tournament: How’s your throwing arm? Get ready to take part in this fun tournament.

Makers Market & Art Expo: Don’t forget to check out the new Makers Market & Art Expo upcycled home decor, paintings,

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Waller dissected the HHS defense like a surgeon as he hit DeCarlos Johnson in the end zone with a 34 yard strike to cut the lead to 21-20 as the extra point was missed.

The Dogs got the ball again with 3:13 to go in the half only to take just 35 seconds off the clock with a couple of big passing plays to Feldman and LaPorta, with LaPorta hauling in the Touchdown on a 4th down conversion from 19 yards giving the Dogs a 28-20 lead at the half.

As the third quarter began East received the 2nd half kickoff , after a fine return by the Lancers gave them good field position the HHS defense made possibly the biggest play in the game as senior Josh Burke stripped the ball from the Lancers and Freshman Sam Buck pounced on the loose ball giving the Dogs a huge momentum swing early in the 3rd quarter. It only took HHS 1:27 to dent the end zone again as Marti hooked up with LaPorta for a 37 yard strike putting the Dogs up 35-20. “That turnover was the play of the game” said Head coach Jimmy Warnecke “as it gave us the momentum we needed.”

Both teams traded Touchdowns in the 3rd quarter as the Dogs outscored East 21-7 in the quarter putting HHS up 49-27 entering the 4th.

The Bulldogs tacked on two + more scores from there giving them the 63 -33 victory as they moved to 2-0 on the young season. “ I have never seen a quarterback that I have coached put together a game like Garrett Marti did tonight said Warnecke.”

Marti had 18 pass completions for 382 yards and 5 touchdowns through the air, and had 10 rushes for 174 more yard and 2 touchdowns running, for 556 total yards.

“He’s just a heck of a competitor”

said Warnecke of Marti, but he has some weapons to throw too as well. Defensively HHS was led by Seby Wolf with 7 tackles

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(3 for losses) and a interception along with 4 assists.

“Our defense came up big when it had to said Warnecke, we got

some things to clean up on both sides of the ball before we hit the road to Marion next week.”

Sept. 6, 2017 Laporta, Kyle Lane and Jack Etter also chipped in on defense with 8 solo tackles each.

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September Yard of the Month

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Patio With Tropical Plants Highlight Dolphin Drive Home

Special for The Pioneer September’s Yard of the Month goes to Carol and Francis “Buck” Robben at 719 Dolphin Drive East.

Berms with boulders and landscape rock flank the driveway and frame the well-manicured lawn of their ranch style home. A lamp post is one of the focal points in the berm accented by colorful flowering pots on both sides of the driveway.

A curved brick path leads to the porch and front door where it’s delightful to see Carol’s creative touches: container plants, a wreath, and welcome plaque greet you at the entry and a bench invites you to sit and take in the view. At the end of the porch is large fern that Buck inherited in 1982 when his mother passed, he winters the fern inside and brings it back outside in the spring.

Stepping stones lead down the side yard where one can see a dogwood tree, raspberry plants, quince and forsythia. The bright glossy green holly leaves and red berries pop out against the brick on the side of the house.

Around back their property is enclosed in a hedge of bright red crape myrtle, blackberry bushes, zebra grass and Rose of Sharon.

Flowering annuals add color to a raised berm in front of the hedge and a bird bath, birdhouse and hanging basket add artful touches and structure to the plantings.

Carol and Francis “Buck” Robben at 719 Dolphin Drive East are awarded September’s Yard of the Month.

The real jewel of the backyard is the patio surrounded by containers of tropical plants. Bright red Mandevilla plants climb out of tall pots, and hanging baskets, potted flowering plants and herbs surround the patio. Bicycle planters can be spotted nearby and the sound from a wind chime hanging in a nearby tree graces this backyard paradise.

A red wheelbarrow holds cocktail tomatoes, containers hold herbs for cooking and red beets are grown in pots and the greens are used in smoothies before the beets are harvested. In another container, tiny spinach leaves are pushing out of the soil from a fall planting of seeds.

September is the last award for the 2017 Yard of the Month season. The City of Highland, + the Highland Chamber of Com-+ merce and Highland Garden Club thanks all the homeowners who submitted entries for the Yard of the Month Program.

Many wonderful entries were Around back their property is enclosed in a hedge of bright red crape received.

Freedom Rings Look for the program again myrtle, blackberry bushes, zebra grass and Rose of Sharon. Flowering With A Free Press in May of 2018. annuals add color to a raised berm in front of the hedge and hanging basket add artful touches and structure to the plantings.

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A lamp post is one of the focal points in the berm accented by colorful flowering pots on both sides of the driveway.

St. Lawrence Chicken Dinner Set

GREENVILLE - St. Lawrence Annual Chicken Dinner will be held at 512 S. Prairie St., here Sunday, September 10; Serving 11 a.m. to 4 p.m; Adults & Carry-Outs $9, Kids (5-12) $5., Kids 4 and under are FREE. Take part in Bingo, Silent Auction, Country Store, Kids Games, Raffle & Cake Walk.

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Pierron Schools Reunion Set For Sept. 23 at PIC Park Pierron Schools Reunion will take place again this year. The event will be on Saturday, September 23 at the PIC Park in Pierron.

The open house venue from 12 Noon – 4 p.m. welcomes anyone who attended the schools in Pierron.

Everyone who has an interest in Pierron Schools or has information about the School, Church, Village, or families of Pierron is welcome to attend. Many persons who have memories and information about Pierron will be in attendance.

Last year, the event drew more than 200 people from around the country. Pictures and stories were shared throughout the day. The day will not be over at the conclusion of the PIC Park reunion.

There will be a concert and jam session at 501 Blues Club in Highland starting at 7 p.m. Charlie Barnes, Dave Korte and the 501 Blues All Star Band will perform.

The music session will be open to the public. All Pierron school alumni are welcome to join in the performance.

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Vintage Shop Opens in Pocahontas

Triad H.S. to Host College Night Sept. 7

POCAHONTAS - This quaint little town is now the home to a vintage shop called the Refined Cellar.

Located in the cellar of the Methodist church in the center of town, the location of the shop is almost as unique as the treasures inside. Shoppers will find vintage signs, repurposed furniture, homemade candles and housewares, vintage crafts and one of a kind gifts. The Refined Cellar is holding a grand opening September 8. Regular business hours are Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10:30 to 5:30. The location is 202 Moreland in Pocahontas.

The guidance department at Triad High School will be hosting an evening presentation on September 7th at 6:30 p.m. in Knights’ Landing. Sophomore, Junior and Senior students are invited along with their parents.

Many important topics related to the college planning process will be covered.

The presentation will cover the following: the college/application process, Financial Aid, scholarships, and information about writing successful college essays. They also will be discussing the PSAT and SAT test. Additionally, at the end of the presentation a panel of college representatives will be available for questions. For more information, contact Jason Kapp, director of student Services at Triad High School, at 667-5409 ext. 7427

Chapman Reports on County Governement Hard Road Theatre Held Auditions For

by Philip W Chapman County Board District Three The purpose of this report is to provide information to the public and assist with greater government transparency.

Senate Bill 1 (SB-1) and Local School District Taxing: As Chairman of the Tax Cycle Committee I watch taxing trends. SB 1 state budget figures indicate 38 percent of school funding will go to Chicago which has 19 percent of the pupils. The latest unbalanced budget boasts 5 billion in new taxes without spending reform. Some criticize SB1 as simply a means to set up downstaters to pay for upstate schools. Does this sound good for your future property taxes?

Hamel Issues: (1) Keeping its promise to Mayor Bloemker and to me IDOT promised to redo the gradient of the drainage ditch east of town after the farmers leave the field to alleviate flooding in Hamel. (2) Responding to Mayor Bloemker’s request I identified and arranged for the transfer of a good used county vehicle for use by the town engineer.

New Douglas Issues: In response to town Clerk Lisa Michnmeier’s +request for assistance I identified and got permission for transfer of a good used vehicle to help with Parks and Recreation.

Carpenter Issues: Following citizen’s complaints I monitored a number of properties outside of code which responded to Planning and Development efforts for compliance.

Preliminary 2018 Madison County Cost Center Budgets I provide information about some cost center’s proposed budgets.

This report moves from offices whose spending will go down to those going up.

Highway Budget: Mr. Gvillo reports the budget estimates show the budget going down approximately one million dollars ($1,000,000) due to less cost for bridge repairs or replacement. HIGHLIGHT: Mr. Gvillo works to produce bridges designed to prevent less wear and tear on surfaces and with bases designed for longer life. These two innovations should prevent future costs to tax payers.

Planning and Development Budget: Mr. Brandemeier’s preliminary budget decreases approximately 4 percent! HIGHLIGHT: Planning and Development intends to use fees from the landfills wisely by hosting two toxic collection events for citizens in FY 2018 thus taking hazardous chemicals form our neighborhoods thus protecting, children, families, and the environment. (Animals too)! In addition, local storm water grants may be increased using fees to improve drainage in neighborhoods!

Treasurer’s Office Budget:- Treasurer Chris Slusser reports no increase in his budget. HIGHLIGHT: He recently brought down original estimates for office space improvement handling taxpayer issues from approximately $20,000 to $8,000 for a $12,000 savings to taxpayers.

Auditor’s Budget: Auditor Rick Faccin reported his budget remaining the same with the exception for a request for a new computer server and for computers in his office which at five years old are no longer under warranty.

County Clerk’s Budget: County Clerk Ms. Debbie Ming Mendoza reported a proposed 4 percent increase. The hike would be used to fund two additional elections and one additional election staff for voter registration.

Recorder’s Budget: Recorder Ms. Amy Meyer reports desiring a 17 percent increase in her budget. When I spoke with her she could not provide the specifics of the increase until speaking with the County Administrator Mr. Doug Hulme. I hope to find out more in the near future.

I will cover recent Criminal Justice Trends and Budgets in the next Report to the People.

Respectfully submitted, Philip W. Chapman County Board District Three

Upcoming Fall Comedy: Plaza Suite

HIGHLAND - Sponsored by TheBank of Edwardsville, Hard Road Theatre held auditions for their upcoming fall comedy, PLAZA SUITE. PLAZA SUITE has roles for both men and women. Auditions were held Monday and Tuesday at the Highland Elementary School Auditorium.

Performances of the play will be Oct. 6,7, 8, 13, and 14.

If you have any questions about the show or would like more information, please contact the producer, Tom Varner at 618780-4444.

Written by Neil Simon, Plaza Suite is a portrait of three different

and unrelated couples who each occupy the same suite at the Plaza Hotel on successive evenings.

A suburban couple take the suite while their house is being painted and it turns out to be the one in which they honeymooned 23 (or was it 24?) years before and was yesterday the anniversary, or is it today? This wry tale of marriage in tatters is followed by the exploits of a Hollywood producer who, after three marriages, is looking for fresh fields.

He calls a childhood sweetheart, now a suburban housewife, for a little diversion. Over the years she has idolized him from afar and is now more than the match

he bargained. The last couple is a mother and father fighting about the best way to get their daughter out of the bathroom and down to the ballroom where guests await her or as Mother yells, “I want you to come out of that bathroom and get married!”

Hard Road Theatre Productions is a non-profit theatre organization committed to providing Highland+ and the surrounding area with high-quality, affordable, live theatre productions.

For more information about SISTER ACT or Hard Road Theatre in general, please visit the Hard Road website at www. hardroad.org.

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Registration the day of the event will begin at 7 a.m.

Participants Wanted For The 8th Annual Bradley R. Smith Memorial 5K Run/Walk TROY - The 8th annual Bradley R Smith Memorial Scholarship

5K Run/Walk has been set for Sept. 9. The run will be held at the Troy Tri-Township Park, located at 409 Collinsville Road at Pavilion 10 and will begin at 8 a.m. This 5K run/walk event is to honor a local fallen hero, Senior Airman Bradley R. Smith who served in the United States Air Force from 2006 until making the ultimate sacrifice for his country in Afghanistan 2010.

This 5K run/walk raises money for the Bradley R Smith Memorial Scholarship Fund, to honor Airman Smith’s legacy; throughout the history of the 5k run/walk, more than $225,000 in scholarships have been awarded to area students in memory of Bradley Smith.

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HIGHLAND Earl K. Steiner Earl K. Steiner, age 77 of Highland, IL, died Thursday, August 31, 2017, at Saint Joseph’s Hospital in Highland, IL. He was born on Thursday, March 28, 1940, in Highland, IL, the son of Leo and Aline (nee Niggli) Steiner.

On Saturday, June 09, 1962, he married Betty J. Steiner nee Witschie at E & R Church, Highland, IL, who survives.

He was a member of Evangelical United Church of Christ, HIghland, IL; Highland Lion’s Club: (Charter Member, chartered in 1975; Lifetime Member; Board of Directors for many years; club secretary for 8 years; club president twice; Melvin Jones Fellow; Lions of Illinois Foundation Fellow; District 1-G, Zone Chairman, Region Chairman, District Secretary-Treasurer, District Governor).

Born in Highland, IL; reared on the family farm east of Grantfork, IL. He was a 1958 graduate of Highland High School. He served with the US Army from 8/7/1958 to 5/6/1960 at Fort Lewis, Washington. He worked briefly at Highland Supply and Mobil Gas Station for several years. He then worked for the US Postal Service as a clerk, supervisor and then a post master at Gillespie and + Greenville, IL. He retired at age 55. He was a Highland school bus driver for 10 years. He kept score for the Highland High School basketball team and was a chainman for the football games. He was an outstanding wrestler and refereed high school matches. He umpired little league, high school and American Legion baseball games. For several years he had a Sunday newspaper delivery route.

He and his wife have been in the same Jass card club for 40 years.

He had followed his grandson’s hockey and baseball games. Earl was all about any sports. He was very active in the local Highland Lion’s Club and the District level.

He attended many international conventions including Korea, Hawaii and all over the US. He received many International President’s Awards. He was the sponsor for the Highland LEO Club at Highland High School and was very proud of the young

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1922, in Alhambra, IL, the daugh- of Christ of Marine in Marine, IL. Survivors include: The funeral service was at Wife - Betty J. Steiner (nee ter of Walter and Helen (nee 11:00 AM on Tuesday, September Henkhaus) Kombrink.

Witschie), Highland, IL 05, 2017, at United Church of On May 22, 1946, she marDaughters - Dawn M. Steiner Christ of Marine in Marine, IL., ried John E. Conrad at Grantfork , Highland, IL; Lori L. (David) with Rev. Philip H. Kershner, United Church of Christ.

He Miscik, Highland, IL; Grandson officiating.

- Matthew K. Miscik, Highland, passed away on July 12, 1994.

Interment at Marine Cemetery She was a member of United IL; Brother - Vernon L. Steiner, in Marine, IL. Memorial contriPocahontas, IL; Sisters - Carol L. Church of Christ of Marine. She Bottum, Lincoln, NE; Doris E. was also a member of UCC of butions may be made to To The Family.

(Marvin) Neumann, Pocahontas, Marine Women’s Guild.

Delores was born and grew up IL; Lois E. (Orville) Riepshoff, HIGHLAND in rural Alhambra. She had worked Highland, Darlene A. Kesner Brother - David A. (Audrey) at the Shoe Factory in Highland.

Darlene A. Kesner, age 85 Steiner, Alhambra, IL; Sister In- After her marriage she was a of Highland, IL, died Wedneslaw - Jo-Ann Steiner, Pocahontas, stay at home MOM and was very day, August IL; Mother-in-law - Blanche I. instrumental with her daughter’s 30, 2017, at Witschie, Highland, IL; Sister In- activities as she grew up, as well Barnes-Jewlaw - Joan M. (Arthur) Schuetz, as watching her grandchildren ish Hospital and great grandchildren’s sport- (BJC) in Saint Highland, IL. He was preceded in death by: ing events. She and her husband Louis, MO. Father - Leo A. Steiner - Died operated a grain and livestock farm She was 3/15/1986 and Mother - Aline until their retirement in 1987. She born on Tuesday, March 29, A. Steiner (nee Niggli) - Died enjoyed quilting and growing her 1932, in Edwardsville, IL, the 8/30/1996; Brother - Alvin P. vegetable garden. She canned her daughter of Ernest and Lillie (nee Steiner - Died 9/7/2016; Sister garden bounty and enjoyed bak- Brunnworth) Halbe.

- Margery J. Wieseman - Died ing. She and her husband liked On February 15, 1950, she 5/7/1992; Brother-in-law - Walt dancing nearly every weekend married Celestine A. “Cele” Korte H. Wieseman - Died 1/30/2012; at Lindendale Ball Room. She at St. Paul Catholic Church, HighBrother-in-law - Duane O. Suess was really active in the Highland land, Illinois, who passed away, - Died 7/30/1991; Brother-in- Evangelical United Church of March 6, 1989. law - Robert O. Bottum - Died Christ and United Church of Christ On September 03, 1993, she 3/28/2012; Sister In-law - Lois L. of Marine. married Earl K. “Bun” Kesner Survivors include: Steiner - Died 4/11/2014; Fatherat Grantfork United Church of Daughter - Vicki L. (James) Christ, Grantfork, Illinois, who in-law - Everett W. Witschie - Died Black, Marine, IL; Grandchil- passed away on January 4, 2014.

11/25/1998.

Arrangements are being han- dren - Michele R. (Nate) Janini, She was a member of Grantfork dled by Spengel-Boulanger Fu- Highland, IL; James W. (Fiancee United Church of Christ and VFW Brittany Quade) Black, Pierron, 5694-Auxiliary. neral Home in Highland, IL. Visitation was held from 4:00 IL; Grandchild - Lisa D. (Jason) Darlene was born and grew up PM to 8:00 PM on Sunday, Sep- Beard, Highland, IL; Tina J. in Edwardsville, IL. She worked tember 03, 2017, at Spengel-Bou- (Joel) Rogier, Highland, IL; Great at Marine Garment Factory; Super langer Funeral Home in Highland, Grandchild - Shelton Black; Lau- Value (Piggly-Wiggly) Grocery IL and from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM ren Janini; Macey Beard; Keeley Store in Highland; Artex Interon Monday, September 04, 2017, Black; Kendall Janini; Fletcher national, and Todd Cleaning in at Evangelical United Church of Beard.

Highland, where she retired. In Sister In-law - Rose Marie the late 1950’s she owned K & R Christ in Highland, IL. The funeral service was at Kombrink, Highland, IL; Sister Grocery on Poplar Street. In her 10:00 AM on Monday, September In-law - Betty Kombrink, Mill- retirement she and “Cele” enjoyed 04, 2017, at Evangelical United ersburg, IL; Nieces and Nephews camping and wintered in Florida Church of Christ in Highland, IL., - Numerous for many years. She also had a She was preceded in death by: pontoon boat on Silver Lake that with Rev. Christopher W. Hill, Father - Walter E. Kombrink Senior Pastor, officiating. she and “Bun” enjoyed. She was Mother - Helen Kombrink nee an avid quilter (made quilts for all Interment at Highland City Henkhaus Cemetery in Highland, IL. the children and grandchildren).

Husband - John E. Conrad - She enjoyed sewing; spending Memorial contributions may be made to Highland Lion’s Club or Died 7/12/1994 time with family; dancing with Brother - Elmer Kombrink both husband’s; and baking pies Hoyleton Home.

- Died 9/1/1993; Brother - Au- (especially Lemon Meringue). Her MARINE gust B. “Gus” Kombrink - Died card game of choice was Euchre.

Delores A. Conrad 4/24/2007 and Sister - Irma C. Survivors include: Delores A. Conrad, age 94 Kampwerth - Died 2/12/1980 Daughter - Carol A. (Charles) of Marine, IL, Arrangements were handled by Kynion, Marine, IL died WednesSpengel-Boulanger Funeral Home Grandchildren- Rae Lynne day, August in Marine, IL. (Brian) Meyer, Marine, IL; Jill 30, 2017, at Visitation was held from 10:00 M. (Jay) Bloemker, P.O. Box 144 - Highland, IL. 62249 - thelocalpaper@yahoo.com Highland, IL; - (618) 882-4932 Anderson AM to 11:00 AM on Tuesday, Sep- Gary A. Runge, Jr., Peoria, IL; Hospital in

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Sept. 6, 2017 Sabrina (Chris) Korunka, Mount Olive, IL as well as Great Grandchildren- Mikayla R. Bloemker; Kylie A. Bloemker; Robbie C. Meyer; Sophia Runge.

Sister In-law - Delores Halbe, Highland, IL. She was preceded in death by: Father - Ernest Halbe- Mother - Lillie Halbe (nee Brunnworth) - First Husband - Celestine A. “Cele” Korte - Married 2/15/1950; Died 3/6/1989 Husband - Earl K. “Bun” Kesner - Married 9/3/1993; Died 1/4/2014; Daughter - Darla A. Smith - Died 1/16/2010; Brother - Dale E. Halbe - Died 8/18/2001.

Arrangements are being handled by Spengel-Boulanger Funeral Home in Highland, IL. Visitation was from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM on Saturday, September 02, 2017, at Spengel-Boulanger Funeral Home in Highland, IL. Funeral service was at 11:00 AM on Saturday, September 02, 2017, at Spengel-Boulanger Funeral Home in Highland, IL, with Rev. Tim A. Darmour-Paul, Pastor, Grantfork United Church of Christ, Grantfork, IL, officiating. Interment at Highland City Cemetery in Highland, IL. Memorial contributions may be made to Hoyleton Children’s Home or Grantfork United Church of Christ.

HIGHLAND Warren E. Jenkins Jr Warren E. Jenkins Jr., 58, of Highland, IL, died Monday, August 28, 2017, at his residence.+ Warren was born June 26, 1959, to Warren E. and Maria (Nee Anwander) Jenkins Sr. in Heidelberg, Germany.

Warren was a loving and caring person who would do anything for anyone. His favorite past times were fishing and hunting. He was a loving son, brother and uncle.

He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Maria Jenkins, and one sister who died at birth.

He is survived by his father, Warren E. Jenkins, Sr.; brother, William (Michele) Jenkins, Sorento, IL; nieces and nephews, Kathleen (Chris) Somraty, Jeremy Jenkins, Christian Jenkins, Cassandra Jenkins, Emily Kossakoski and Erin Kossakoski.

Memorials may be made to the FreedomChoice.

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POCAHONTAS Dorothy M. Haberer Dorothy M. (nee Truebe) Haberer, 93, of Pocahontas, IL, died Saturday, August 26, 2017, at St. Louis University Hospital, St. Louis, MO. Dorothy was born March 20, 1924, to W. Herman and Mary Ellen (nee Miller) Truebe, in Pocahontas, IL. On September 18, 1943, she married Norbert “Spike” Haberer in Jonesboro, AR. She was a member of the Pocahontas United Methodist Church, Pocahontas, IL. She was a member of Mary Martha Circle, Home Extension.

Dorothy was an avid quilter and quilted every Thursday until a few weeks ago. She was dedicated to her church and loved her family, especially her grandchildren. She was a huge Cardinal Baseball Fan. She is survived by her Children, Roger (Barbara) Haberer, Mattoon, IL; David (Barbara) Haberer, Highland, IL; Richard (Valerie) Haberer, Mooresville, NC, and Rebecca (Rod) Cook, Mascoutah, IL; Grandchildren, Kriste (Tony) Johnson, Brian (Brandi) Haberer, Anthony (Julie) Haberer, Stephanie (Bryan) Dopheide, Lauren (fiancée, Ryan Buscemi) Haberer, Jacob Haberer, Sarah (Ron) Nuttall, Eric (Abby) Haberer, Melissa (Nick) Meirink, Jessica (Blake) Moore, Erin (Cliff) Edwards, Allison (Nathan Belt) Cook; 15 Great Grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her Parents, W. Herman and Mary + Ellen Truebe; Husband, Norbert “Spike” Haberer (Aug 9, 2003); Brother, Raymond Truebe.

Memorials may be made to Pocahontas United Methodist Church, Faith Countryside, or Leukemia/Lymphoma Society.

Visitation: Wednesday, August 30, 2017, from 4:00 to 8:00 pm, at Meridith Funeral Home, Pocahontas, IL, and Thursday, August 31, 2017, from 9:00 to 10:00 am, at the Pocahontas United Methodist Church.

Funeral Service: Thursday, August 31, 2017, at 10:00 am, at Pocahontas United Methodist Church.

Clergy: Rev. Dave Trover, Retired Pastor.

Interment: Robinson Cemetery.

Meridith Funeral Home, Pocahontas, IL. ALTON Ricky Allen Glisson Jr Ricky Allen Glisson Jr., 42, of Alton, passed away unexpectedly at 6:13 pm Tuesday August 29, 2017 at home.

He was born October 9, 1974 in Alton, the son of Ricky Sr. and Carla (Hendrix) Glisson.

Ricky worked for Andy’s Auto Body for several years before he started working for Rick’s Auto Body, where he has been for the last 5 years. He loved and had a passion for restoration and fabrication of old cars. He also enjoyed

drawing, painting, fishing and motorcycles.

In addition to his parents he is survived by a sister Terri Barndt of Alton and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

He is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Carl and Betty Hendrix, and his paternal grandparents George and Ruth Glisson.

Visitation was held Tuesday September 5, 2017 from noon until the time of funeral service at 1 pm at Elias, Kallal & Schaaf Funeral Home in Alton.

Burial followed at Rose Lawn Memory Gardens in Bethalto In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the funeral home to assist with funeral expenses.

PRAIRIETOWN Marlene E. Fraser Marlene E. Fraser, age 80, completed her journey here on Earth at 9:30 pm on Wednesday, August 30, 2017 at Alton Memorial Hospital.

She was born on July 10, 1937 in Alton, IL, daughter of the late William and Emma (Klenke) Yindrak.

She married Theodore F. Fraser on June 14, 1958 at the Evangelical United Church of Christ in Alton.

They had 59 years of marriage together. He passed away on June 1, 2016.

Marlene was in the Weavers Guild in Dorsey, IL. She enjoyed archery, weaving and spending time with her children and grandchildren.

She is survived by four children, Annette Fraser of Moro, Bryan Fraser of Alton, Cheryl White and her husband Tom of Medora, and Damon Fraser of Prairietown; six grandchildren, Justin Keidel, Keely Zimmerman, Megan Maguire, Lindsey Keidel, Zachary White, and Stephanie Ruyle and husband Robbie; seven great grandchildren; one brother and his wife, Bill (JoEdythe) Yindrak of Midloathian, TX and one sister, Ruth Starbuck of Alton.

Visitation from 4 to 7 pm, on Tuesday, September 5, 2017 at Elias, Kallal & Schaaf Funeral Home in Bethalto. Funeral services at 11 am at the funeral home on Wednesday, September 6, 2017.

Burial at Rose Lawn Memory Gardens in Bethalto.

Memorials may be made to Charity of One’s Choice.

Online condolences and guest book may be found at www.eliaskallalandschaaf.com BETHALTO Jo Ann Myers Jo Ann Myers, 72, passed away on Tuesday, August 29, 2017, at her home in Bethalto.

She was born February 28, 1945, in Alton, Illinois, the daughter of the late Otis and Alta (Punneo) Yates.

Jo Ann married Melvin Myers on September 20, 1969, in Wood River. He survives.

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Jo Ann received her RN from SIU-E. She attended Bethalto Church of God. She enjoyed cross stitching, spending time with her family, friends, and especially her grandchildren.

In addition to her husband, Melvin, survivors include two children and their spouses, Brad and Rhonda Myers of Bethalto, Melanie and Matt Thomas of Bethalto; and four grandchildren, Megan Myers, Elizabeth Thomas, Allen Thomas and Jared Thomas.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Visitation was from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, August 31, 2017, at Elias, Kallal & Schaaf Funeral Home in Bethalto.

Funeral Service at 12 p.m. on Friday, September 1, 2017, at the funeral home with Pastor Shea Hughes officiating.

Burial at Rose Lawn Memory Gardens in Bethalto.

In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Bethalto Church of God Children’s Ministry.

Father - Lester A. Bohnenstiehl died 05/17/1946 Mother - Mabel A. Bohnenstiehl Zobrist (nee Iberg) - Died 7/8/1995; Step Father - Nelson A. Zobrist died 7/10/1989; Husband - Billy L. “Bill” Manville died 04/04/2000; Son - Christopher John “Chris” Manville - Died 12/10/1992;Brothers - Dale E. Merkle (Died 05/10/2016) and Donald L. Merkle (died 09/20/14).

Arrangements are being handled by Spengel-Boulanger Funeral Home in Highland, IL. Visitation will be held from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Wednesday, September 06, 2017, at Spengel-Boulanger Funeral Home in Highland, IL and from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Thursday, September 07, 2017, at SpengelBoulanger Funeral Home in Highland, IL. Funeral service will be at 1:00 PM on Thursday, September 07, 2017, at Spengel-Boulanger Funeral Home in Highland, IL., with Rev. Christopher W. Hill, Senior Pastor, Evangelical United Church of Christ, Highland, IL, officiating.

Interment will be at Highland City Cemetery in Highland, IL. Memorial contributions may be made to Chris Manville Memorial Scholarship Fund or Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

HIGHLAND Lila L. Manville Lila L. Manville, age 75 of Highland, IL, died Saturday, September 02, 2017, at Saint Joseph’s Hospital in Highland, IL. She was born on Monday, October 20, 1941, in Highland, IL, the daughter of Lester and Mabel (nee Iberg) Bohnenstiehl.

On Friday, October 23, 1959, she married Billy L. “Bill” Manville at E & R Church - Highland, IL, who passed away on Tuesday, April 04, 2000.

She was a member of Evangelical United Church of Christ, Highland, IL, Ladies Quilters at EvUCC; Highland Garden Club, Highland, IL. Lila was born and reared at Highland, IL; she graduated from Highland High School in 1959.

She worked 13 years at Highland Community School. After rearing her children, she worked for Dr. William Drake part -time. She worked subsequently full time at First National Bank, Highland and then FCB Highland Bank . She worked the day of her death at the bank. Lila had been City Clerk in Highland for two terms - 19771984. Twice a month she played cards with a group of ladies. She enjoyed wood carving; crocheting; gardening; and Illini Basketball, She was always helping her grandchildren. Lila was a people person and enjoyed meeting and visiting people. Mrs. Manville had gifted Lila’s Garden Park to the City of Highland Survivors include: Daughter - Shannon M. Sperber, Highland, IL Grandchildren - Bradley S. Sperber, Staunton, IL; Brendan M. Sperber, Highland, IL; - Brett C. Sperber, Staunton, IL Sister In-law - Donna L. Merkle, Alhambra, IL. She was preceded in death by:

SPRINGFIELD Edwin H. “Ed” Kapp, Jr Edwin H. “Ed” Kapp, Jr., age 67 of Springfield, IL, died Saturday, September 02, 2017, at HSHS Saint John’s Hospital in Springfield, IL. He was born on Sunday, November 20, 1949, in Highland, IL, the son of Edwin and Mildred (nee Foppe) Kapp, Sr..

Survivors include: Daughters - Karena R. (Todd) McCarthy, Greenview, IL; Sandy A. (Gary) Dilley, Springfield, IL, Son - Edwin D. (Samantha) Kapp, Sr., Athens, IL, Daughters - Wendy M. (spouse-Sean DePriest) Kapp, Springfield, IL; Nancy Jo (spouseAdam Jackson) Kapp, Springfield, IL, Son - Charles L. (Clara) Kapp, Springfield, IL; Son - Gary A. Kapp, Springfield, IL; Step Son - Andy (Windy) Anderson, Florida; Step Daughter - Sheena (fiance-Asher Bentley) Michaels, Carlinville, IL; Kris E. (significant other-Sharon Boucher) Michaels, Litchfield, IL; Benjamin L. (fiancee-Sierrah Brown) Michaels, Florida, and Grandchildren - Nathan McCarthy, Reagan McCarthy, Kassie Dilley, Wyatt Dilley, Allyssa Dilley, Chyane Kapp, Zealia Kapp, Edwin D. Kapp, Jr.; Christian DePriest; Alivia DePriest; Xavier Jackson; Maeve Jackson; Jennavecia Kapp Step Grandchildren - Zoe Michaels; Jordon Cherry; Jalyln Cherry; Hailey Anderson; Aiden Anderson; Kaylyn Anderson Sister - Mary Lee Frey, Highland, IL, Brother - Ronald N. Kapp, Highland, IL, Sister - Juanita P. Bergfield, Florida, Brother - Dale

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C. (Maria) Kapp, Collinsville, IL, Brother - Gary R. Kapp, Grantfork, IL, Sister - Sherry L. Rickher, Highland, IL, Brother - Stephen R. (Kathy Ann) Kapp, Greenville, IL, Sister - Kathryn F. (Billy) Edwards, Highland, IL, Brother - Kevin J. (special friend-Julie Reeves) Kapp, Highland, IL, Sister - Jacqueline L. (Jack) Bange, Keysport, IL, Sister - Michelle L. (Robert) Johnson, Highland, IL, Sister - Lisa Ann M. (special friend-Craig Koberczky) Kapp, Highland, IL Nieces and Nephews - Many Great Nieces & Nephews Many Former Wife - Nancy J. Taylor, Springfield, IL (married 1979; divorced 1991.)

He was preceded in death by: Father - Edwin W. Kapp, Sr. Died 8/5/2000, Mother - Mildred R. “Millie” Kapp (nee Foppe) Died 3/5/2008, Brother - Walter R. “Wally” Frey - Died 2/6/2003, Brother - Gene R. Bergfield - Died 5/7/2013.

Arrangements are being handled by Spengel-Boulanger Funeral Home in Highland, IL. Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM on Thursday, September 07, 2017, at Spengel-Boulanger Funeral Home in Highland, IL. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Thursday, September 07, 2017, at Saint Paul Catholic Church in Highland, IL., with Rev. Father Pat G. Jakel, pastor, officiating. + Interment will be at Saint Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Highland, IL. Memorial contributions may be made to Family or HSHS St. John’s Childrens HospitalSpringfield, IL. MORO Kenneth J. “Kenny” Palmer Kenneth J. “Kenny” Palmer, 92, passed away at 12:09 pm. on Thursday, August 31, 2017, at his residence. He was born on April 1, 1925, in La Porte, Indiana, the son of the late John and Bernice (Fosdick) Palmer. He married the former Elsie West on June 27, 1981, in Plymouth, Indiana, and she survives. Other survivors include a daughter and son in law: Nancy and Amos Doolittle of Wood River, three sons and two daughters in law: Robert and Sandra Morrison of Coffeen, Illinois, William Morrison of Wood River, Timothy and Glenda Morrison of Cottage Hills, two special grandchildren: Suzanne and Reba, twelve grandchildren, eighteen great grandchildren, and sixteen great – great grandchildren.

Kenny was a farmer by trade and in his downtime worked at Allied Corporation in the tool and die department.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son: Jerry Palmer, one brother, and three sisters.

In accordance with his wishes, cremation rites will be accorded.

A private celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society Relay for Life Riverbend.

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By Bill Napper BETHALTO - There will BETHALTO - Firefighters entertainment. be 1,000 tickets sold at $10 per Alcohol is kept in a designated here couldn’t be happier with ticket. There will be 30 prizes the turnout at this weekend’s area, which is a huge plus for (one each day in September) and families who just want to stroll homecoming. each winner wins $200. Winners Near perfect temperatures may among the rides and food stands. determined by Illinois Midday Originally the homecoming have made it a “must do” event Pick 3. Proceeds to go to furtherfor folks from all across the River was held to welcome home returning Catholic Education, sponsored Bend and throughout the region. ing soldiers.

by Bethalto Knights of Columbus.

The homecoming continues to The city park was jam-packed Contact Leo Mushill, 616-9058, to with rides and food stands. Mu- be a home welcoming event, just purchase tickets. sic was on the program all three has it has for 98 years.

Knights In Action Pioneer photo/ by Bill Napper Seniors Community 55 days and people responded to The Bethalto Knights of Columbus take a moment of serving Join others for the September chicken, ravioli, corn dogs, cream cheese poppers and curly fries Senior Luncheon at the Airport at the Bethalto Homecoming Sunday afternoon. The Knights High Flyers Restaurant on Route which meets at Our Lady Queen of Peace are always looking for 111, Wednesday, Sept. 20, 11:30 Catholic men to join their ranks. am. Enjoy a buffet or you can order from the menu. The seniors will have a speaker—Kelly Chapman, an information and assistance coordinator from Alton Senior Citizens Plus. Her topic will be Medicare and other health insurance plans. Please make reservations by Sunday, Sept. 17. Call Maxine Calhoon, 377-0593 or Pat, 377-6001.

Want To Be A Knight for a Day? You can! Sign up to work at the Annual Tootsie Roll Drive.

Contact Pat Devine, 973-1611 I Dood it Pioneer photo/ by Bill Napper or Leo Mushill, 616-9058 or Jim The I Dood It stand is very popular atP.the homecoming.

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Former Please pray for the repose of thelocalpaper@yahoo.com Marines such as Mark Nelson, Mike Borland, Glenn Heimer, Paul the soul of Jack Heiderscheid, Schwendeman were on hand at the Bethalto Homecoming over husband of Cecelia, father of John the weekend to tell everyone about the upcoming Toys For Tots and Jackie. May God grant him program.

The Marine Corps League (Alton Leathernecks) is eternal rest. kicking off their toy program for area children. For details check+ PSR Registration out www.toysfortots.org or via email (glen1968@sbcglobal.net) Classes begin September 6.

Classes are Wednesday evenings, 6:15—8:00, with Mass at 6:30.

Questions: psr@olqpbethalto.org.

Registration forms also available in parish office.

Morning Bible Study The Tuesday Morning Bible Study resumes Tues., Sept. 5, after 8:30 am Mass in church Freedom Rings basement.

Anyone interested -in(618) 882-4932 IL. 62249 - thelocalpaper@yahoo.com With A Free Press joining or needs more info, call Sharon Pritchett, 692-6810 or email: sjp6810@madisontelco. com.

PSR Coordinator Needed Please prayerfully consider Great Horned Owl Pioneer photo/ by Bill Napper helping with this rewarding minPam Lippert of the Tree house Wildlife Center near Owl, Illinois istry. Interested candidates can tells the audience about the Great Horned Owl at the Bethalto email: psr@olqpbethalto.org for Homecoming, Sunday afternoon more information.

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Heather Warren can be often found at the square pulling weeds from sidewalks or around the fountain.

After returning from GerTru Buy Weekly.crtr - Page 1 - Composite many, her husband was stationed

Scott A.F.B. The family lived in O’Fallon. After retiring, they decided to move to Highland.

“We found that Highland has a sense of community. I love the downtown, with the old buildings and I love the fountain,” she said.

The fountain reminds her of the fountains found in many of the towns in Germany. She said that Germany is so pristine and clean. “You’ll never find anyone throwing trash on the ground,” she said. “People swept the sidewalks in front of their homes and keep everything so clean. It makes me sad when people leave trash.”

She has been pulling weeds and picking up trash for several months, but last week she decided to call the city and ask if it was alright right for her to continue her volunteer community service.

“I was happy when I was told it was OK; I wouldn’t want to get into trouble,” she said.

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