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Greene County to save on insurance premiums By CARMEN ENSINGER Greene Prairie Press

Greene County Board Finance Committee met Monday afternoon, Dec. 6 at which time they entertained a proposal to allow Whitworth Horn Goetten Insurance Agency to rework the county’s insurance package that will save $12,000 on premium coverage. The committee is to submit the proposal to the full board next week The county currently has insurance through Bliss McKnight out of Blooming-

ton, but in seeking to cut expenses had Julie Rhoades of Whitworth Horn Goetten, seek price quotes. The county is currently paying $88,000 through Bliss McKnight. The Illinois Public Risk Fund offered a quote of $71,000. However, with the 10 percent early cancellation fee, the county would have to pay to get out of its insurance coverage with Bliss McKnight, the cost would rise to around $80,000. Bliss McKnight countered with an offer of $76,000. The deductible would rise from $500 to $1,000, but coverage would in-

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crease. “You are not losing any coverage, in fact you are gaining more than you have now,” Rhoades said. “One of the big differences is that you will now have blanket coverage. You will have the entire limit of your policy. In other words, if you had a loss on something that was larger than what it was insured for, you are still covered under the blanket coverage. Any location has something happen to it, it has the entire limit available to it.” In addition to the savings the county would realize by staying with Bliss McK-

night, Rhoades said there are other advantages. “You will get to stay with the same company and you will deal with the same person in loss control,” Rhoades said. “You will have continuity and you have built up a rapport with this company. Most of all, this company is subject to the laws of the State of Illinois because they are a real insurance company – the other one is not.” “You are a very important customer at Bliss McKnight,” Allen Karch, marketing specialist with Bliss McKnight, told finance committee members. “You conduct your

safety meetings and you are well respected and the visit we made earlier went very well. We want to continue our relationship and we know you need help and that is what we are here to do.” Rhoades said the offer from Bliss McKnight was more than she expected. “I was literally giddy when this quote came in today,” Rhoades said. “It’s wonderful to know that Bliss McKnight felt you were that important to take these steps.” In addition to the reduced rate, Bliss McKnight also offered a two-year rate guarantee. (See, COUNTY, A2)

NG School Board discusses funding

LOVES A PARADE

By CARMEN ENSINGER Greene Prairie Press

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The youth from Mt. Gilead and Berdan Baptist churches brave the cold Friday night as they ride the church float during the Carrollton Home For Christmas Parade, which went around the square.

Members of the North Greene School Board met in special session Wednesday, Dec. 1 to discuss funding and the financial outlook for 2011-12. The projected budget shows a shortfall of just over a million dollars. The state still owes the district around $205,000. Superintendent Les Stevens said that the budget reflects high on spending and low on revenue. “I don’t think we will spend that much more than we take in,” Stevens told the board. “We are just now getting our last transportation payment from last year, and the state still owes us $146,000 from last year and $58,000 from last year.” The district opted to dig into its reserves instead of making budget cuts last year when the state fell more than $600,000 behind in payments. To compound matters, just before Thanksgiving, the district learned the parent initiative and early childhood grants that the district receives

are no longer going to be continuing grants as in the past – they will be competitive grants and the district has no guarantee of even receiving the grants. Because of the tenure of the two teachers in the program, those teachers will have to be re-assigned, which will lead to the bumping of non-tenured teachers. “Because we are not going to find out if our competitive grant gets approved, we are going to have to put those two ladies in positions held by other people,” Stevens said. “If we get the grant we can put them back in where they were. We didn’t have this to think about until a couple weeks ago.” The district currently employs 76 teachers with an average salary of $38,131. Payroll is the single largest expenditure in the district and the only place where significant cuts can be made, according to Stevens. “The cuts must come mainly from the education fund and that means cutting teachers,” Stevens said. “Even selling QZAB bonds should (See, FUNDING, A2)

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Burrus Drugs celebrates 25 years in business By CARMEN ENSINGER Greene Prairie Press Charles and Beth Burrus of Roodhouse, owners of Burrus Drugs on the Roodhouse square, celebrated their 25th year in business on Wednesday, Dec. 1. The business has been family-owned for the past 50 years. Roy and Betsy Burrus purchased the store, located on the Roodhouse Square, from Lloyd Coffman in 1961. Roy and Betsy then sold the business to their son, Charles, and his wife, Beth, on Dec. 1, 1985, making it one of the longest family-owned businesses in Greene County. Beth and Charles met in pharmacy school, married and eventually came back to Roodhouse to help in the family pharmacy. “We actually came back here because the other drug store here in town – at one time Roodhouse had two drug stores – had closed and it was a lot of work for Charlie’s father,” Beth Burrus said. “Charlie worked in the pharmacy at White Hall Hospital and I helped out in the store. Eventually, Roy got to the stage where he was thinking of retiring, and my husband was wanting to try the retail side of the business. He had worked there as a child as a clerk and delivery person and we wanted to keep a drugstore in Roodhouse.” At midnight, Dec. 1, Charles and Beth officially took over ownership of the business. “Roy was our first customer,” Burrus recalls. “He bought a pen refill and that was our first dollar and it was on the counter when we came to work the next morning. I still have the dollar and the package the pen came in.” A lot has changed in the past 25

years. “When we first started, there weren’t any computers – you did everything by hand – you wrote out every receipt and you figured out the prices,” Burrus recalls. “Now, everything is done on a computer and the insurance companies dictate what product you will use and how much you will charge for it.” For Burrus, the profession itself seems to have changed. “Today, I don’t think they value the profession as I learned it where you are really there to help people,” Burrus said. “Now it is more about

“I think in the next 25 years the changes are going to be phenomenal.”

Charles Burrus Burrus Drugs what is cheapest – not what is best.” As insurance and drug companies seek to contain costs, the patient suffers. “People need someone to really explain their medications to them and to keep watch over the medicines they are taking in case there is an interaction,” Burrus said. “That is such a necessary component that, unfortunately, you don’t find in the bigger chains. It’s all about cost, and I don’t think that picking the cheapest medications is always the best therapy for the patient. If it was in the best interest of the patient, I would be in favor of it, but I don’t think it is.” Burrus said that after seeing all the advancements of the first 25 years,

that the next 25 years will seem almost like science fiction. “I think in the next 25 years the changes are going to be phenomenal,” Burrus said. “Because instead of just curing the symptoms of the disease, I think we will be able to cure the actual disease on a cellular level, and that is so exciting for me. I don’t think I will be practicing 25 years from now, but it is very exciting thinking about what is coming.” Burrus Drugs has remained “old school.” “The only thing that really sets us apart from some of the other places is that we really try – we really try to give our patients services – that is what we have to offer,” Burrus said. “We still talk to people. In fact, we make it a point on every new prescription to go out and make sure the patient understands about the medicine. Even if someone, by their insurance companies, has been forced to use mail-order because it is cheaper, they know they can still call us and we will talk to them and help them out. Plus, we still do deliveries if someone isn’t able to get out and get their medicine. That is about the only things that set us apart from the bigger companies. It’s very hard to compete with the big guys – we just can’t in some areas, but there are areas where we can and we focus on them.” It doesn’t seem like the Burrus have owned the store for so long. “The time has certainly flown by and we certainly never thought it would be 25 years, but we are certainly glad it has,” Burrus said. “It’s been a wonderful place to work with wonderful people, and I can’t tell you how much I have enjoyed it and how much we look forward to continuing to serve the people of the area.”

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North Greene junior Katy Newingham receives information from Diane McDonough, division assistant for the nursing program at Lewis and Clark Community College, during the career fair held at North Greene last week.

Career Fair provides future opportunities for county’s high school students By CARMEN ENSINGER Greene Prairie Press North Greene High School was overflowing with juniors and seniors from around the area attending a Career Fair sponsored by the high school and the Greene County Youth Action Team which is sponsored by the Work Force Investment Act Program through the West Central Development Council. More than 30 booths were set up in the North Greene High School gym with representatives from 24 area col-

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Keeping warm at the Carrollton Christmas Parade. See page D4

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leges and all branches of the military and several local businesses on hand to enlighten students as to what it takes to become everything from a nurse to an electrical engineer. The semi-annual affair this year expanded to include not only all of Greene County, but also Winchester High School. “This fair gives the kids the opportunity to see what kind of things are out there for them, career or jobwise,” Gloria Helderman, a member of the Greene County Youth Action Team, said. “A lot of times, they (See, CAREER FAIR, A2)

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North Greene Middle School Students of the Month See page C4

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Wednesday, December 8, 2010

County

(Continued from A1) The committee also discussed the salary of the county’s public defender, Tom Piper. Piper currently receives $7,000 a month, the majority of which is reimbursed through the state. The county had received reimbursement through Nov. 30. “They think we are going to be covered through June 30 on reimbursement,” Finance Chairman Doug Wagner said. County Clerk Debbie Banghart said that she was still waiting to receive confirmation from the

Department of Revenue, but that State’s Attorney Matt Goetten had received a letter from the governor’s office regarding the funding. Committee and board member Mark Strang suggested authorizing Piper’s salary through March. “ "I think if we do it until March that it gives us some insurance if the money doesn’t materialize,” he said. The committee agreed and will submit a proposal at Wednesday’s meeting to authorize Piper’s pay at the current level through March.

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(Continued from A1) be considered as we are considering cutting teachers.” Qualified Zone Academy Bonds allows qualifying schools and/or communities to borrow money at little or no interest. North Greene can issue $1,971,660 worth of bonds at zero percent interest. “It will make taxes go up because it increases your indebtedness, but if you sell at the level I’m talking about, you won’t raise taxes much and at the same time you can improve your infrastructure and technology,” Stevens said. The issuance of the interest-free bonds would also allow the district to apply for a $250,000 school improvement grant. The grant is a matching grant which means the district would have to put up $250,000 and then would receive $250,000. “If we would win it, there is no payback – it is money they have given us,” Stevens said. “If we sold these bonds that counts as the match. In theory, we receive $250,000 free.” This grant is also a competitive grant. The grant, if received, must be used for energy saving situations such as new windows, lighting or solar power. Stevens said the old wing of the high school needs a new boiler, and between that and the asbestos

removal in that section, that would be over $100,000. He also wants to get iPads for every teacher and student at the high school. This year every student in the junior high received a Macbook laptop. “We need an infusion of technology at the high school because we are behind,” Stevens said. “The logical question that arises is if we are cutting positions, where is the money coming from to buy technology? The answer is that this is two different pots of money – money that can’t be used to pay for teacher salaries. The infusion of technology into the district should continue to take place despite the cut in human resources. Those kids don’t have anything to do with what we save in human resources – they need that technology.” Board member Joe Schnelten was firmly against trying to cut a million dollars out of the budget at once. “I don’t think we should try to cut a million dollars from the budget in a year,” he said. “I would like to see it done – but maybe over a threeyear period.” The board authorized Stevens to come up with four different scenarios which would shave $100,000, $200,000, $300,000 and $400,000 off of this year’s budget to be presented at the Dec.15 regular board meeting.

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bought a new tree yesterday and today I put it up, dug out all those ornaments that my mother and I spent hours and Much Ado hours making About out of beads Nothing and carefully By Carmen placed them on the branches. Ensinger I decided to start a new tradition of buying a special ornament each year (yeah, I know people have been doing that for ages) but it was new to me. Sounds like a simple thing, and a year ago if I’d had to do it I would have picked out the cheapest cute ornament I could find. But there is something extra special about this Christmas and I wanted that reflected in the ornament I chose. I must have searched through half a dozen stores (OK, three, but it seemed like a lot more). Oh, there were cute ones but they just didn’t say what I wanted them to say. Until I went into Pharmacy Plus here in Carrollton the night of the Christmas Parade. They have probably 10 trees filled with all different kinds of ornaments. I was not going to leave that store without an ornament. Then I spotted it – the perfect ornament for Schuyler’s and my first Christmas in our new home. It wasn’t a cute mouse in a teacup wearing a Santa hat (I was leaning towards that one). No, this one was a plain picture frame style ornament that read: “Our First Merry Christmas In Our New Home” surrounded by sprigs of holly. I’ve always felt sad around the holidays, but this year it is different. No, things didn’t work out the way I had envisioned them. In reflection, I think that was for the best because no matter how hard you try or how many items you keep from your childhood or your past, you can’t bring it back. But you do have the memories and those will never fade. This year, I start on a new set of memories and as I look at my new tree, with all the ornaments made so lovingly by my mother’s hand, I smile instead of cry. For the first time in a long time – the holidays are going to be joyous to me and I’m so looking forward to it. Carmen Ensinger is a reporter for the Greene Prairie Press.

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(Continued from A1) don’t really know what is out there and this fair kind of gives them ideas about what they might like to do or how much it is going to cost to go to school. Of course we have the military here, too. It’s just a good opportunity for them to see what is out there.” Lewis and Clark Community College was well represented with booths for their dental and nursing programs. Diane McDonough, division assistant for the nursing program, was pleased with the interest shown in the program. “We have had quite a large number of students come by and talk to us about possibly choosing nursing as a career,” she said. “We try to make it to as many of these career fairs as we can because it is a good way to get kids interested.” This year, Lewis and Clark is taking the program a step farther by introducing a job-shadowing program. “Maybe kids haven’t made up their mind or aren’t sure they are cut out for the nursing field,” McDonough said. “Our summer job shadowing program is designed for high school students. It’s a good opportunity for students to take a four day class and see if nursing is really for them.” The banking profession was represented by Farmer’s State Bank’s White Hall and Pittsfield branches. Willie Rees, loan officer, represented White Hall and Tammy Dunham, vice president, represented

the Pittsfield branch. “We are here today to brief the kids on what is involved in the banking industry and how to get started on a career in banking,” Rees said. “We have a good facility here and the kids seem to have a really great attitude but they are a little reluctant to ask questions, so Tammy briefs them on what is necessary to get into banking and what is available.” Dunham tells the students that there is more to banking than just crunching numbers. “There are so many different types of jobs available in the banking industry,” Dunham said. “Everything from marketing to data processing – there are many different avenues to take in the banking industry. We are just happy to be here and to meet with the kids and encourage them to go to school and let them know what they need to go into the banking profession.” Helderman said that sponsoring the career fair is just one of many ways the Greene County Youth Action team tries to reach out to county youth. “We are always trying to come up with different ideas to try to keep our youth here in the county engaged,” Helderman said. “We will be having a battle of the bands in the spring and we are working on a three-onthree basketball tournament. We try to keep a lot of things going for the kids.”

Greene County Health Department Monday, Dec. 13: Lead Screening, Appt. Only 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.; Flu Shots 2-3:30 p.m.; Soft Exercise Class 3-4 p.m.; Blood Pressure Screening 23:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 14: WIC and Prenatal Clinic, Appt. Only 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 15: WIC and Prenatal Clinic Appt. Only 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 16: CARROLLTON – Pregnancy testing 2:30-3:30 p.m.; Soft Exercise class 3-4 p.m. WHITE HALL - WIC and Prenatal Clinic Appt. Only 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 17: Immunization

Clinic 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 1-3 p.m. (Please note: Parent or legal guardian must be present at time of immunization); Flu Shots 8:3011:30 a.m. and 1-3:30 p.m.; Blood Pressure Screening 2-3:30 p.m.; Pregnancy Testing 2:30-3:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 18: Clinic 9-11 a.m.; WIC Recertifications and Prenatal Check-ups, Appt. only; Walk-in Immunizations, Flu Shots and Pregnancy Tests offered. Note: Skilled nursing home health care visits and home health aides visits are available on a daily basis, including Saturdays and Sundays, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech Therapy are also available. Call 800-942-6961.

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My new tree don’t know what it is about the holidays that makes one want to “make memories,” but I find myself in the middle of making all kind of “firsts” since I moved into my new digs. I had my first Thanksgiving and now I’m ready for my first Christmas. Nothing major about that until you hear the story behind it. When I left my home of 30 years, I took the Christmas tree, a cashmere fir that my mom and I put up every year. My first couple of years in Carrollton, the tree got put up, but soon it became simpler to just throw up a little tree that you don’t have to work with. When I moved in here in May, the one thing that I looked forward to was having a place big enough to once again put up my tree. I saved all the lights, all the homemadebeaded ornaments, everything from that last Christmas in 1996. I even left a spot open by the window for it when I got my new furniture. It was the perfect spot – in front of a window – a nice large area to accommodate the rather large tree. The tree came with me (or so I thought) when I moved, as did all the other stuff. They were originally stored in a storage locker and then in a shed. When I moved, I left some things behind, but I was sure I got the tree – in fact, I had a huge box with it sticking up. It was placed in the back closet so it could be easily gotten to when the time arrived. That time did arrive – I put on the Christmas music, went to the closet and dragged out the tree. Of course, you know that all trees come in sections. This particular tree had seven vertical sections and a top. When I got it set up, I realized that I was not only missing two sections, but also the top. Seemed like what I had waited for so long was not going to happen. I decided I had two small trees and that they would do until after Christmas, at which time I would snag up a tree for next to nothing – those trees aren’t cheap, you know. I told my plans to my friends and one of them just wouldn’t let me go without a tree this year. She said that was all I had talked about since I moved in here and that I should get another tree in memory of my mother. She also suggested using the pieces of the cashmere fir and making them into a wreath so that I would always have a part of that tree with me to remember my mother by. It brought tears to my eyes – and hers.

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David R. Massey, 63, of Jacksonville, died Saturday afternoon, December 4, 2010, at his home. He was born Dec. 16, 1946, in Jacksonville, the son of Russell and Ruth A. Patterson Summers Massey. He married Alice R. Benz on Oct. 12, 1985, at St. John's Catholic Church in Carrollton and she survives. He is survived by his daughter, Renée M. Massey of Evanston, Ill.; two sisters, Doris Summers Rigor (deceased husband Clifford) of Chatham, Janet (Don) Massey Vosberg of Dovray, Minn.; a brother, John (Darlene) Summers of Springfield; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Frances Summers Holt Edmonds (surviving husband Gene of Phoenix, Ariz.), Betty (James) Summers Allen, Lucille (Earl) Summers Poe, Virginia Summers Houston, Richard (Lynda) Massey. David graduated from Jacksonville High School in 1965, from Western Illinois University in 1969, served in the Peace Corps in Cameroun, Africa 1970-1972 teaching English to the French speaking people, was a Jacksonville Youth Soccer coach, served on the board of the Jacksonville Symphony and Big Brothers Big Sisters, treasurer of the Jacksonville Bicycle Club. David was awarded Big Brother of the Year in 1977. He was the first to receive the award twice. In 1987 he was Big Brother of the Year and Alice was Big Sister of the Year. He was employed by Hertzberg New Method Book Bindery for 34, years, retiring in Dec, 2006 for health reasons. He was a core member for organizing IBPAT Local Union #2007 in 1985, serving as treasurer-financial secretary for nine years. He was baptized at Centenary United Methodist Church, was in the first RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) at Our Saviour Parish, made his Profession of Faith in 1990. He made Cursillo #134 in Quincy Dec. 4-8, 1994. He enjoyed being with his family, gardening, classical music, traveling, bicycling, news and movies. Funeral Mass will be Thursday, Dec. 9, at 11:30 a.m. at Church of Our Saviour in Jacksonville with burial at 3:30 at St. John's Cemetery in Carrollton. The family will meet friends at Williamson Funeral Home Wednesday, Dec. 8, beginning with a prayer service at 2:45-7 p.m. Memorials may be made to the OSS/RCHS Fine Arts Booster Club, Our Saviour Parish, or Jacksonville Cursillo. Condolences may be left online at www.airsman-hires.com.

Opal Lucille Hillis, age 101 of White Hall died Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2010 at Passavant Hospital in Jacksonville. She was born Aug. 8, 1909 at Berdan, daughter of Phillip and Emma L. Peters Walker. She married John C. Hillis in June of 1928 and he preceded her in death Jan. 5, 1950. Surviving is a daughter, Catherine L. ( Ward) Sponsler of St. Peters, Mo.; a son, David (Shirley) Hillis of White Hall; three grandchildren, Sharon Rose Sponsler ( Jerald) Wyatt of O'Fallon, Mo., Patricia Ann Hillis ( Mathew) Pingel of Cedar Hill, Mo. and Gregory (Joan) Hillis of Jacksonville; six great-grandchildren, Shae Wyatt, Sharla Harding, Nicholas Pingel, Michael Pingel, Emily Hillis, Adam Hillis; and two great-great granddaughters, Emma and Adalyn Hardy. She was preceded in death by two sisters, Eileen Walker and Frieda Stuart, and three brothers, Leonard, Leroy, and Charles Walker. Mrs. Hillis worked with her husband on their farm east of Berdan until his death. She then moved to White Hall and later worked at Coates Locker until her retirement. She loved gardening and canning vegetables and tending to her flowers. She was a long time member of the White Hall Pentecostal Church. Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010 at the White Hall Pentecostal Church with Rev. Danny Rodgers officiating. The eulogy was given by her granddaughter Patricia Pingel. Playing the piano was Mrs. Jean Coates and she sang "Beyond The Sunset", "It's Suppertime", and "That Good Old Gospel Ship". Serving as pall bearers were Greg Hillis, Nicholas Pingel, Jerald Wyatt, Adam Hillis, Mathew Pingel, Michael Pingel, David Coates, and Jonathan Coates. Flower girls were Emily Hill, Emma Harding, and Adalyn Harding. Burial was at Belltown Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the White Hall Pentecostal Church carpeting fund. Condolences may be left on-line at www.airsman-hires. com. Airsman-Hires Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Mary R. Dalton

Mary R. Dalton, nee Stotler, 67, of Collinsville, Ill., formerly of Greenfield, born Oct. 13, 1943 in Carrollton, died at 6:45 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 27, 2010, at her residence. Mary graduated from Greenfield High School and then from SIU, which was at Alton at that time, and began teaching in the Cahokia School District, where she taught in the elementary grades at several different schools until she retired in 2000. after 36 years. She was a substitute teacher for six years after retirement. She was a life member of the National Education Association, as well as the Illinois Education Assoc. Mrs. Dalton was also a member of Alpha Delta Kappa Sorority and the P. Buckley Moss Society. She was active in St. Stephen Catholic Church, where she worked at the parish festival, bingo and was a Mass greeter. Mary loved her family and was always doing for others. Mary was preceded in death by her parents, William G. and Frances, nee Wright, Stotler. Surviving are her husband, Dennis R. Dalton of Collinsville; children, Mark (Tracy) Dalton and Jill Dalton, both of Collinsville; granddaughters Madison and Dalani Dalton of Collinsville; brother, Michael Stotler of Springfield; and sister, Carla Sue (David) Woods of Greenfield. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, Nov. 30, at St. Stephen Catholic Church, with interment in Belleville. Memorials may be made to St. Stephen Catholic Church, Caseyville. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.herrfuneral.com.

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Carrollton Pool gets second chance at pot of gold By CARMEN ENSINGER Greene Prairie Press If at first you don’t succeed – try, try again. That is exactly what the Carrollton Municipal Pool Committee is doing as they seek to win the Pepsi Refresh Grant for $250,000 during the month of December for the renovation of Greene County’s only municipal pool. The pool was entered in the competition in November and made it as far as number 35 based on the amount of votes from all entrants. There were 244 entries in the $250,000 range with only the top two vote getters receiving funding. However, because the pool was in the top 100, they were automatically rolled over into the

Evelyn Kingston Thien Evelyn Kingston Thein, 88, of Hendersonville, N.C. went to be with our Lord on Saturday, Nov. 27, 2010 after a brief illness at Pardee Hospital in Hendersonville. She was born Nov. 29, 1921 in Ellwood City, Pa. Evelyn was a veteran serving in the Women’s Army Air Corps from 1943 until 1948. She is survived by two sons, Duane J. Thien and his wife Donna and Darryl V. Thien, all from Hendersonville; a sister; a brother-inlaw, James F. Hartman of Carrollton; several grandchildren; great-grandchildren; nieces; and nephews. She was preceded by her husband, Bernard J. Thien, formerly of Carrollton, in June 1986 and a son, Richard M. Thien, in 1985. She will be laid to rest in St. John’s Cemetery in Carrollton

December competition. “It’s our second chance to save the pool,” pool committee chairman Sharon Butler said. “We really weren’t prepared last month because we didn’t find out if we were in the contest until the day it opened, but we have had a month to get the word out and I think this time we have a better chance of making it into the top two, especially since our neighbors in Jerseyville are also in the competition at the $25,000 level.” The Jerseyville Junior Panther Football league is in the competition at the $25,000 level to help start a junior football league. The top 10 vote getters in that category will be receiving funding. It is through cooperation that Butler hopes that both Carrollton and Jerseyville will be winners.

“Because we are in different categories, our votes to them do not count against us,” Butler said. “We are allowed to vote for up to 10 different ideas a day, and last month we formed alliances with several other groups casting votes for their idea in return for their votes.” One is allowed to vote once daily from their computer by going to www.refresheverything. com/carrolltonpool or texting 104121 to 73774. Less than a week into the competition, the pool was ranked at number 38, a much better ranking than last month. “I know we can do this, this time,” Butler said. “It’s just a matter of reminding everyone to keep voting. It’s still early in the game, but we are moving up at a fast pace this time.”

White Hall bids police chief farewell By CARMEN ENSINGER Greene Prairie Press The city of White Hall bid farewell to long-time Police Chief Rob McMillen with a dinner on Dec. 1. McMillen, who has been with the department for the past 20 years, the last 19 as chief, was elected Greene County Sheriff in the November election and took over that position later that evening. “Having Robbie as our Chief of Police has been a blessing,” White Hall Mayor Tom Lakin said. “He’s always had the answers and he’s getting the promotion that he deserves. He will do a great job down there. It’s sad for the ones he’s leaving behind not only for the good person he’s been, but for the great chief he’s been. He’s just a good leader and I think he will do a great job in Greene County.” McMillen spoke before the crowd. “Twenty years ago, the thought of me leaving the White Hall Police Department was about the farthest thing away from my mind as winning the lottery,” he said. After serving as a police officer for less than two years, McMillen, at the tender age of 22, accepted the call to become Chief of Police. He began making the department his own coming up with new ideas, getting things updated and building his management skills along the way. “Over my 20 year career here at White Hall, I have had the privilege of serving the city under 23 different aldermen, two different mayors, three different city clerks, three different city attorneys and four different city treasurer,” McMillen said. “I am proud to say that although we may had differences in opinions, argu-

Patricia Wahl Patricia J. Wahl, 75, passed away at 7:36 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010 at home. She was born on July 28, 1935 in Rockbridge, the daughter of John Burl and Wilma (Burger) Clark. She married Donald Wahl on April 11, 1953 in Rockbridge. He survives. She worked for Olin Community Credit Union for several years. In addition to her husband, she is also survived by a son and daughterin-law, Anthony “Tony” and Kim Wahl of Tyler, Texas; one daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Terry Yates of Moro, Ill.; three grandchildren, Matthew Wahl of St. Charles, Mo., Michael Wahl of Tyler, Texas and Nicholas Yates of Moro; one brother and sister-in-law, James and Judy Clark of Godfrey; one sister and brother-in-law, Sandy and Joe Powell of Georgia; and several nieces and nephews. Visitation was from 4 to 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 6, at Elias, Kallal and Schaaf Funeral Home in Bethalto where funeral Services were be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday. Pastor Mark Hofferber officiated. Burial followed at Witt Cemetery in Rockbridge. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association. Online tributes and guest book may be found at www.eliaskallalandschaaf.com

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ments and serious discussions over the direction of the police department or a decision I made. I am fortunate enough to be able to consider them my friends. Although on occasion the mayor or city council may not have supported every decision or recommendation I made, they respected me and I can honestly say that there were way more times than not that they had my back.” McMillen admits that running for the sheriff’s job was an especially tough decision for him. “After winning the primary, I had every intention of hitting the campaign trail this fall with a lot of vigor and gust,” McMillen said. “After hearing from the county board about having to make deep financial cuts at the sheriff’s office, it made possibly losing the election not such a bad thing. After thinking and praying, I decided to put it in God’s hands. I woke up one day and said to myself that I will put my name out there, but I was not going to go out and make the case for me being elected. I decided that if it was God’s will that I be elected that I would be. If not, I had a good job to come back to and worked with great people.” One of those people he worked with was Fire Chief Garry Sheppard, who also had high praises for McMillen. “We know Rob will do a good job, but we are going to be lost without him up here –we will get by but I tell you what, Rob has been a good friend to all of us,” Sheppard said. Sheppard said that McMillen was an excellent chief and did more for the city than anyone even knew. “I think Rob’s legacy is going to be this - that we might even forget that he was Chief of Police because he was such a good friend to all of

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Greene County Sheriff Rob McMillen receives a gift from White Hall Mayor Tom Lakin during a farewell party held at the city hall on Dec. 1. McMillen took over as sheriff but had been the White Hall Police Chief for the past 19 years.

us and he did a whole lot more for this city than anybody even knows about,” Sheppard said. “He did things people don’t even know about and not only for the fire department, but for everybody and we are going to miss that because that was pretty special.” McMillen was presented, by the city, with the two badges that he

had the honor of wearing the past 20 years. “I want to say thank you to all of you for being there for me, for being a friend, for being who you are – without all your help, I would have surely fallen flat on my face,” McMillen said. “I am going to miss this place, but I will not forget it or any of you who have been a part of my life.”

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My deep thoughts – today and for the rest of our lives let us speak nicely using good manners: please, thank you, no thank you and excuse me are good examples. Not just to adults, but especially to children and teenagers. Be very careful if you get up on the wrong side of the bed. Remember that you can never take back angry words. Be quick to apologize sincerely. If someone fails to apologize, forgive them within your heart. The first Thanksgiving I had with my friend, Dale Hammon, who became my husband, we went to a movie at the Lyric Theater here in Greenfield. The first Sunday of November, 1941 he and I lived on South Main St. Mom and dad helped us cook for Pop and Mom Hammon and Dale’s family – Verne and Eva Newell, Ray, Mildred and Ardean Hammon, Lee and Verna Hammon, Kenny, Mae, Ronnie and Tammy Woodkirk, Nile, Caroline and Melba Love. In the afternoon, young people were joined by neighbors – Bob Price, Kenny, Clay, Lois Crouch and Mary Sue Green. They played baseball. Mom Hammon (56 years) was the umpire. I know that Caroline took her turn at the bat. On Thanksgiving Day, Dale and I were cooking for Mom, Dad and Mel. We answered the knock at the door; there with them stood my cousin, Marcella Jennings with a handsome young man. She said, “I want you to meet my beau, Clarence Kasten.” They were married that August, 1941. Thanksgiving of 2002 we spent with Dale at the nursing home in White Hall. At sunset the next day he went to live with our Lord. Being weary he told Cliff and me “This train to Glory has to be CB&Q for its running late!” Eddie Kahl and Joan of St. Louis Lake, Margaret and Joshua Auterman of Fithian, Ill. Mike and Laura Mauk of Sunset Lake feasted with Barb Kahl. Dr. Gary Turpin’s friends from Louisiana have been camping in the doctor’s cabin; another p.m. many, many hunters gathered together at Bill Pembrook’s to kick off another deer hunting season. WGN-TV of Chicago showed one of Santa Claus’ reindeer who had run off in the streets of Chicago. When I told Cliff, he laughed and said, “When we took Aunt Mel to the airport, I used Lindbergh Rd. in lieu of I70.” I told her when I was eight and Vickie, 13, we took her that route to fly to Florida. We saw the old Gentleman Santa Claus riding on a motorcycle. Debbie Fields and her daughter, Beth Fields, hosted Thanksgiving dinner for 16 family members. Just now, I had a visit with Bill and Mary Meng who reside in Missoula, Mont. Bill walks a mile each day; Mary walks to the “Y” and swims. Both of their sons were coming for Thanksgiving.

Maythel Hunt has been enjoying the many kind deeds of friends. Recently, Jim and Linda Story of Mapleton and their son, Alec, enjoyed a trip to Colorado. Linda’s grandparents had lived in LaMar, Colo. Grandpa had helped build the railroad track that runs thru Royal Gorge. There is a painting hanging in the museum that once graced the walls of Linda’s parents home. The Story’s stopped at a Caterpillar place in Kansas. Next trip, Jim and Linda Story flew to the Hawaiian Islands for three weeks. Upon returning home, Jim and Linda took care of grandkids in order for parents to have a brief vacation. Thanksgiving night everyone gathered at Jim and Linda’s home. When Linda Pohlman’s family told her they would come to Greenfield the day after Thanksgiving, Bev Still invited Linda and Michael to come be with her; other family members were: Gary, Elizabeth and Monica McCollom. It is good to look out of my window and see lights twinkling at Patty Benson’s home. Tuesday, Rev. Hans brought and served me communion. My memorial to Marie Pembrook Lansaw upon the passing of Lola Mae Pembrook to be with Our Heavenly Father forevermore. I like to think of happy times. When Loli came to GCHS – no school bus – she lieved at Aunt Grace Pembrook Frazier’s on Chestnut. Helen Blondie Frazier was being courted by Johnnie Ewing and Elsie Sonneborn by Mike Richards; our English teacer, Helen Hill Fesler, lived on the corner – cousin DeLora Featherstone stayed at Grandpa and Grandma Featherstone Pembrook who usually walked, but assisted. Loli liked to help make snowmen and throw snowballs, especially at Mr. Girhard, who threw at her. Usually, they said, “I give up.” At the same time. After moving into town, Loli’s mother, Rosie called me and said, “Can you come up? Lola Mae has a surprise for you.” Lo and behold! Loli opened the door – she used a chair for a crutch. She and Rosie had a special guest – Aunt Betty. They wanted me to play the piano – we had an old fashioned sing-a-long. Each day when I was with Dale at the nursing home, we would wave at Loli. God has added Loli to his rose garden. Sometimes all of us become so busy with business we forget that we are “Children of the king!” Loli’s last words to me, “Thank God you can feel aches and pains, I can’t.” God bless us all from Mary Love Hammon. When Tish Leach delivered my medicines, she told me that her daughter and family were enroute from Indiana; she commented, “Your home is so cozy.” Vetter ignited my wall heater today. Keep smiling, til next time.

Hunt ~ Hagen engagement Sarah Hunt and Eric Hagen, both of Hardin, are announcing their engagement and forthcoming marriage. The bride-to-be is the daughter of Douglas Hunt of Kane and Karen Laird of Jerseyville. She is a 2006 graduate of Jersey Community High School and a 2010 graduate of Blackburn College where she majored in Elementary Education. She is employed as a teacher at Sonshine Kids in Jerseyville. The future groom is the son of Mike and Marian Hagen of Hardin. He is a 2005 graduate of Calhoun High School and a 2009 graduate of Blackburn where he earned a degree in Secondary Mathematics Education. He is employed as a teacher at Winchester High School. The couple will exchange vows Jan. 1, 2011, at St. Francis Xavier in Jerseyville.

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FFA students thank vets On Veteran’s Day, Greenfield FFA students were up bright and early cooking breakfast for veterans. They served pancakes, biscuits and gravy, sausage and scrambled eggs to over 100 veterans, family members and FFA members. The students enjoyed visiting with the veterans about their experiences.

Come celebrate Katherine Hammon’s 90th Birthday December 11, 2010 at the Masonic Lodge North of White Hall 12 to 4 p.m. Watch for signs.

Timothy Day and Kimberly Heberling of Kane, a daughter, Laynie Noelle Day, 8 pounds 2 ounces, 9:19, Friday, Dec. 3, 2010, at Jersey Community Hospital in Jerseyville. Elder children: Darian, 16; Kendra, 13; Gracie, 8; Emma, 6. Grandparents: Don and Wanda Farris of White Hall and Joyce Hill of Jerseyville. Great-grandparents: Arlus Day of Jerseyville.

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89th Annual Winchester Invitational Boys Basketball Tournament Sports Boosters Raffle The Winchester Sports Boosters will again sponsor a raffle for the 89th annual Winchester Invitational Tournament (WIT) on January 8 15, 2011. Tickets are available from parents of Winchester and Bluffs student/athletes. Tickets will also be sold throughout the WIT. Prizes are: 1) Apple iPad; 2) Acer Laptop - Vortman Computer Service & Sales, Winchester; 3) VIZIO 46” TV LCD/HD - WalMart, Jacksonville; 4) Garmin Nuvi GPS; 5) Microsoft Xbox; 6) Gas Grill - Home Depot, Jacksonville; 7) Digital Camera; 8) Photograph Package - Emily Swanson Photography, Winchester; 9) Meat Bundle; 10) Car Detail - Marshall Chevrolet, Winchester. Tickets are $5. Need not be present to win. The drawing will be during halftime of the WIT championship game on Jan. 15. Proceeds will go to the Pritchett Sports Complex.

Carrollton Methodist Church to present live nativity Members and friends of the Carrollton United Methodist Church will present their 16th annual Live Nativity display on Saturday evening, Dec. 18, , from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Church yard on Maple Street at Highway 67. Participants will be attired in period clothing as was worn at the time of Christ’s birth, and they will be accompanied by live animals. After viewing the display, meeting the participants

and petting the animals, everyone is invited to the Fellowship Hall located behind the display to enjoy refreshments of hot drinks, cookies, sweet breads and candies. Children will be invited to view craft displays and even participate in religious activities and making religious crafts. These activities are new to the Church’s “hands on” community Christmas gift this year. Everyone is cordially invited to attend and there is no charge.

Support 4-H in Greene County Everyone buys groceries and many people support 4-H. Now you can do both at the same time. You can do both when you buy and use a Kroger gilt care from the Greene County 4-H & Extension Foundation. The Foundation is selling the $20 gift cards. They are available at the Greene County Extension Building during the hours of 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 to 4:30 p.m. The cards can be used by used at any Kroger in the country. They can also be used at other stores including Owen’s, Hilander, Fred Meyer, Ralph’s, and others. They are easy to mail to family and friends. They are also great for students away at college.

Lions Recycle Eyeglasses In 1925, Helen Keller challenged Lions to become “knights of the blind in the crusade against darkness.” And Lions accepted. Today, sight programs remain one of the Lions defining causes. Lions started the Lions Recycle for Sight program. Collected glasses are cleaned, sorted by prescription strength and packaged. Most of the recycled glasses

are distributed to people in need in developing countries where they will have the greatest impact. If you have used eyeglasses you no longer need, donate them to the Lions. Prescription and reading glasses, sunglasses and plastic and metal frames are accepted. Children’s glasses are especially needed. Collection boxes are in the Carrollton Bank and Cornerstone Bank and Trust, N.A. Anyone interested in becoming a Lion should contact Hugh Allen at 217/942-5166 or Karen Goetten at 217/942-5014.

Upcoming 4-H workshops Greene County Extension and 4-H are hosting two workshops in December. Knitting Boards, the third workshop in the Fiber Arts Series, will be held at the Extension Office on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010 from 9:30-2:30. The registration fee for this workshop is $5 and space is limited. Participants will get to keep the knitting board (loom) and need to bring 2 skeins of yarn and a sack lunch. Snacks will be provided. The other workshop is the annual Holiday Crafts Workshop. It will be Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. and will be held at the Extension Office Participants will make up to 8 different holiday projects using a variety of recycled or reused materials, including a snowman, a reindeer pin, and a trio of carolers. The registration fee for this workshop is $5 and snacks will be served. You may register for these workshops by calling the Extension Office at 217/942-6996 or by emailing Sherri Montanez at smonta@illinois.edu. Registration is open to all; you do not need to be a 4-H member, but space is limited.

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Barrow Baptist Church news Hello from Barrow Baptist Church and church family. Our service times are 9:30 a.m. Sunday school, followed by morning worship at 10:30 a.m. with Bro. Gerald Day officiating. Everyone is invited to either or both services. On Sunday, Dec. 5 we had 38 for Sunday school and 40 for morning worship. Remember our men and women in uniform and the leaders of our nation in your prayers. Others to remember are Todd and Jodie Carriger, Keith Forrester, Maureen Martin, Audrey Kemp, Connie Sturgeon, Audrey Prather, Josh Cannon, Kendra Hester, Lucille Seely, Janice Ferguson, Bill Seymoure, Mary and Paul Hetzer, the Kennedy family, the

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Emerick famiily, Carole Jean Smock, Marty Albrecht, Michael Ryan, Birdie Sturgeon and Greg Early. Happy birthday wishes go to Hunter Carriger on Dec. 12. No anniversaries to report this week. Our monthly ladies luncheon will be Tuesday, Dec. 14 at 12:00 noon in the fellowship hall. All ladies are welcome to join us for a tasty lunch, bingo and lots of good fellowship. During morning worship the lighting of the Second Advent candle was observed, entitled “Mary, Mother of Jesus.” Brenten Buchanan and Maureen Martin lit the candles and did the reading. Upcoming events are our annual

Calvary Baptist Church news

Dec. 5 –.Bro. Dennis challenged us to be more concerned about other people. Brad led the congregation in singing of hymns. This afternoon was Secret Sisters Party and redrawing of names. Dec. 15 Business meeting at 7 p.m. We are now collecting shoes ( high heels). Tonight Dec. 5 at 7 p.m. is hanging of the green. A very awesome program. Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner Sunday evening Dec. 12 at 5 p.m. Fellowship afterward, no evening service. Message: Luke 2: 23-30 – as it is written in the law of the Lord, every male that is born shall be called holy to the Lord. Jesus parents brought him to Jerusalem to present him to

the Lord and to offer a sacrifice. There was a devout man in Jerusalem named Simeon of who it was revealed unto him by the Holy Ghost the he should not see death before he had seen the Lord’s Christ. He came by the Spirit into the temple; and when the parents brought in the child Jesus, Simeon took Jesus up in his arms and blessed God. He then said Lord, now let thy servant depart in peace, according to thy word; for mine eyes have seen thy salvation. Luke 2: 36 – Anna a prophetess, was around 84 years of age. She had been a widow after seven years of marriage. She departed no from the temple, but served God with fastings and prayers night and day. She gave thanks like-

Christmas program, Sunday, Dec. 19 at 7 p.m., our Christmas Eve service at 5 p.m. and our New Year’s Eve potluck and game night. Everyone is welcome to all of the above services. In December 1925, American Composer George Gershwin appeared as a soloist at a concert in New Yorks Carnegie Hall. He played his Concerto in F. The first jazz concert for piano history. The Father of mercies and God of all comfort - comforts us in all our tribulations. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 That’s all for this week. Have a good week and be a friend to someone in need.

wise unto the Lord, and spoke of him to all them that looked for redemption in Jerusalem. God chooses ordinary people to do his work. Please pray for the lost, the sick, those in nursing homes and hospitals, those having upcoming surgeries, the bereaved, traveling mercies, our troops wherever they are and their families, our country, our leaders, one another, and last please keep Christ in Christmas. We welcome everyone to Calvary Baptist church. Times of services: Sunday School, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday morning worship, 10:30 a.m.; Sunday evening service, 7 p.m. and Wednesday evening prayer and Bible study, 7 p.m.

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Nov. 27, 28, Dec. 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19: Saturdays 9 a.m. – noon; Sundays 1-4 p.m. Christmas Tree Sales on Greenfield Square by Boy Scout Troops #22 of Greenfield and #69 of Carrollton. Or by appointment – call 217-741-8267. Monday, Dec. 13: Freshman Class will have a Soup and Salad

Supper (chili, vegetable soup, hot dogs, salad and dessert) at the high school prior to the Jr. High basketball game. WHITE HALL Sunday, Dec. 19: 6 p.m. Toney Brothers from Nashville will perform at the White Hall Presbyterian Church’s annual Carol Singing.

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Saturday, Dec. 11: 9-11 a.m. Breakfast with Santa at Goetten’s Oasis sponsored by Carrollton Chamber of Commerce. ROODHOUSE Nov. 26-Dec. 31: 6-9 p.m. Sunday – Saturday. Lights by the Lake at Roodhouse Rez.

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Greenfield First Baptist Church news Sunday, Dec. 5, Lori Pembrook welcomed everyone and announced the upcoming events for the week. Cherie Vinyard led the song service and special music was a beautiful Christmas medley piano duet by Debbie Powell and Jayme Reif. The 2ndSunday of Advent was celebrated by the lighting of a candle symbolizing Peace, and a skit was performed by Cody Vinyard, Cherie Vinyard and Lori Pembrook. Communion was served. Pastor George brought the message from Luke 1:1-25, “The Birth of John the Baptist Foretold”. For four hundred years, God did not speak to His people, nor did He send a prophet, but He was still in control. He knew exactly what needed to be done and when. After much investigating of the Old Testament, Luke wrote what had been prophesied regarding Zechariah and Elizabeth and the lineage of Jesus Christ. The couple had been childless for years and Elizabeth was barren. This was a disgrace in those days and their friends blamed them for not being right with the God. When the angel of God told them the couple they would have a child, Zechariah did not believe and God took away his ability to speak until the time had come for Elizabeth to give birth to John the Baptist, the forerunner of Jesus Christ. Every Christian is called to read the scripture, to investigate, listen and know the

will of God. But we don’t want to change our lives for God. Maybe we don’t believe. We can have that assurance, know that God hears our prayers. The Lord had a task for John and He has a task for each of us. God will prepare us as well, but many of us want to do our own thing. We are afraid to give our lives to Him. Open your hearts and ask for the Holy Spirit to help you. If you have not been doing the task the Lord has for you = repent! If you do not know Jesus, we invite you to open your heart, receive Him and be baptized. Tell the world that you believe in Jesus. Emanuel, God with us. Prayer needs: please remember to for our ABC Missionaries; our Cambodia Missionary, Luke Smith; Missionaries in Haiti, our soldiers, our country’s leaders, and the leaders of the world, peace in Jerusalem, the Search Committee, John Donlan, Haley Jones, Sylvia Mae Fritz, Chuck Schirz, Roger Moss, Dan Bauer, Debbie Elhoffer, Carolyn Bell, Helen Barrow, Mike Johnson (Yaneth’s brother-in-law), Fred Pitchford, Rebecca Barber, Julie Bennett, Tim Moulton, Larry Moran, Devan Smith and unborn baby, Dottie Houlette, Caleb Farris, Ernie Roberts, Susan Van Hoosier, Jean Dowland, Abby Kroeschel, Patty Knittel, Seth Fahrig, Ronnie Evans, Virginia Smith, Chelsey Murphy, June Kessey, Matt Harpole,

Phil Schnelton, Helen Greenwalt, Betty Large, Logan Nobis and his mother, Eugene Herron, Steve Plogger, Neil Twitchell, our shutins and nursing home residents: Athen “Jr.” Vinyard, Rosalee Melvin, Gene Cochran, Mabel Cole, Carole Griswold, Dorothy Converse, Jolleen Scott, Kathryn Elmore. Praises: Kip Bailey, Jim Schafenberg, Josh Bailey, Sherry Hamm, our salvation and the freedom to worship. Monday-Tuesday: Exercise at 6 p.m.; Thursday: Volleyball at 7 p.m. ; AWANA at 6 –7:30 pm, ;Choir Rehearsal at 6:15 p.m.; Board of Deacons meeting at 6:45 p.m. and All Church Business Meeting at 7:45 pm. Everyone is welcome to come join us as we worship our Lord in message and song at the First Baptist Church. Sunday Morning Worship Services are 9:00 to 10:15 a.m., with Sunday School at 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. We have a class for every a nursery is provided. Evening Services at 7 p.m. Come see what God is doing on Sunday evenings: testimonies, music, videos, prayer and teaching the Word; something different every week. We encourage everyone to attend a church that preaches/teaches God’s Word. If you don’t have one, we would love to have you join ours. Have a great week.

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How Do We Care for the Poor and Oppressed? Given that there are over 300 passages in the Bible which speak of the poor and oppressed, it is a safe assumption that God cares about them and expects us to help them. In fact, in over 100 of those passages He is commanding us directly to help them. From the earliest sections of the Old Testament, to the epistles of Paul, and throughout the prophets and the Gospels, we are told to help the poor. In Deuteronomy 15:7-8 we are instructed "If there is a poor man among you, one of your brothers, in any of the towns of the land which the Lord your God is giving you, you shall not harden your heart, nor close your hand to your poor brother; but you shall freely open your hand to him, and generously lend him sufficient for his need in whatever he lacks." And lest we think this applies only to our own brothers (or citizens), consider Jeremiah 22:3: "Do justice and righteousness, and deliver the one who has been robbed from the power of his oppressor. Also do not mistreat or do violence to the stranger, the orphan, or the widow; and do not shed innocent blood in this place." In these hard economic times, where the poor seem to be getting poorer, we would do well to heed the Bible's consistent message to help the poor, both within and without our borders. And know that God so identifies with the poor that our handout is really a loan which God will repay.

HE WHO IS KIND TO THE POOR LENDS TO THE LORD, AND HE WILL REPAY HIM FOR HIS DEED. R.S.V. PROVERBS 19:17

Hillview Baptist Church news Bro. Bob Carruthers preached on Luke 3:21-38 (What is your “Faith Story”) We are not the same people we were when we were young. People change. What’s your story? Do you have “THE” faith. Faith in Jesus. We need to all stand firm in the faith. ANNOUNCEMENTS: Next Sunday evening, those who want to, are going to go Christmas carolling. Church needs food donations for Christmas food baskets. We also need to fill five clothes baskets to

help Kathy Massey’s ESL classes in Beardstown. These items need to be useful articles, such as: towels, washcloths, blankets, toothpaste, toothbrushes, soap etc. Also the WMU ladies are collecting: Old shoes for wells and warm clothing items for the Chicago Uptown Mission. This is the season for giving so if you can give it would be appreciated. These items need to be at the church by next Sunday so they can be packed. Hope to see you at church next week.

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Eldred Baptist Church news Thanksgiving has come and gone. Our church packed up 21 Thanksgiving Food baskets and gave them to those in need for the Thanksgiving Holiday. Thanks to all who helped with them, and gave donations, including the Eldred American Legion. Several from our church attended the annual Christmas Carol Sing at the Carrollton United Methodist Church this past Sunday night. It was very enjoyable. Events that are coming up are: Wednesday, Dec. 8, at 7 p.m. is the quarterly business meeting. An All-Church Christmas party is planned for Sunday, Dec. 12, at 5 p.m. Guests are asked to bring a $5 gift to exchange and some kind of party food. A party is also planned for Wednesday, Dec. 15, for the Wednesday night Kids/Teen night at 6 p.m. Our Sunday School Department will have their annual

Christmas Program on Dec. 19, at 9 a.m. The kids have been preparing a skit showing the real meaning of Christmas. Our church will have their annual Christmas Eve Candlelight Service on Friday, Dec. 24, at 4:30 p.m. This is a special time of celebrating Christ’s birth. Let’s continue to rejoice and prepare for the newborn King who came to save us all from our sins. God continues to bless Eldred Baptist Church, and we want to invite you to our services if you are looking for a church home. Sunday School is at 9 am and worship at 10 am. Our BYF (Baptist Youth Fellowship) group meets at 4 p.m. in the church basement on Sunday evenings. Wednesday night activities consists of Kids / Teen Night at 6 p.m. This is for kids Kindergarten through 12th grade. YOU ARE WELCOME TO JOIN US.

Charity Southern Baptist Church news Sunday morning at Charity we had opening prayer and hymn. Fred Kesinger welcomed all and gave the announcements. Next Saturday at 7:30 a.m. is the men’s breakfast at the church; WOM at Ford’s home Dec. 6, at 6 p.m.; Christmas Program Dec. l2 at 7 p.m.; Christmas Contata Dec. l9 at l0:30 p.m.; Christmas Eve Service Dec. 24 at 5 p.m. Holly Springman and Agnes Piper shared their birthdays with us so we sang Happy Birthday and prayed for them. Brother David and Anna Mae Lane will be taking the Christmas gifts to the children in the center in E. St. Louis on Tuesday of this week. Special music “Do you Hear What I Hear?” was presented by Julie George, Joanne Ford and Suzie Thing. They were accompanied by Becky McClelland. Julie George led in a Praise hymn followed with prayer. Becky Hart read the scripture, Mark 1: 1 - 8 as we continued the Advent wreath service. Fred Kesinger offered prayer and Jessica Hart lit the lst and 2nd candle. The

second purple candle represents the Peace that Jesus can give each of us in our heart. Kermetta Kesinger gave a testimony of how Jesus has guided and sheltered her as she has walked Him for years. Pastor David took the scripture that Becky read: Mark 1: 1 - 8 for his sermon reference. He referred to John the Baptist and his prophesy of Jesus coming, also the prophesies still to be fulfilled in our future. Sunday afternoon we had a Ladies’ Christmas Tea. There were 65 ladies in attendance. Joanne Ford had a short program followed by 3 songs performed by Addie Grammelspacher. Her last song was “Oh Holy Night.” This was wonderful music enjoyed by all. The rest of the afternoon was spent drinking tea, eating and visiting. We all look forward to next year. We ask you to pray for John Donelin’s family, Carolyn Bell, Steve Hopper, Lori Joyce, Brandy Dawdy, the unemployed, all our nursing home residents, our community, our government, the armed forces and our pastor and his family.

Carrollton and Christ United Methodist Church news A Hanging of the Greens service was held at both churches last Sunday, Dec. 5. Scripture reading was from Romans 15:4-13. Holy communion was observed at both churches. CALENDAR: White Hall Community Advent Breakfasts and Devotions are being held at Christ UMC each Wednesday morning at 6:30 a.m. Bible Study continues also each Wednesday morning at Christ UMC at 9 a.m. followed by Crocheting at 10 a.m. The sixteenth annual Live Nativity will be held at Carrollton UMC on Saturday, Dec. 18 from 6 – 8 p.m. There will also be crafts and refreshments in the Fellowship Hall. JOYS: Sunshine Circle ladies are delivering poinsettias to our shutins at Carrollton. Lauren and fam-

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The Carrollton boys recorded a monstrous win over A-C Central/Virginia on Friday night, then came back and won a close game with Roxana on Tuesday night. A-C Central’s offensive numbers weren’t dismal, but they were nowhere near Carrollton’s. The Hawks averaged more than 20 points a quarter, as they crushed the Knights 82-54. Joey Coonrod’s 29 points were a gamehigh. Coonrod hit 11 shots from the field, including five 3-pointers to help bury A-C Central. Ryan Palan had eight points from the foul line to finish with 18. Kurtis Weber added another 11 for Carrollton. Against the Shells Carrollton jumped out ahead early, and went into halftime leading by 12 points. That lead proved to be insurmountable, as both teams scored 15 in the third, and the Shells cut four points from the Hawks lead in the fourth. Carrollton won 63-55. Palan paced Carrollton with 20 points, including a pair of 3-pointers. Coonrod also had two 3-pointers, finishing with 16 points. Tyler Watson had yet another pair of 3s, chipping in 10 for the ballgame.

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Carrollton's Danielle Fraley looks for a teammate to pass the ball during Thursday night's home game against Greenfield. The Lady Hawks defeated the Lady Tigers 58-39.

Spartans perfect through three Tigers drop Minutemen The Spartans are 3-0 following their second win over Pleasant Hill this season Tuesday night in White Hall, in North Greene’s first game of the Spartan Classic. The first time they played, the Spartans were propelled by 20 points from Kaiden Davis, of which a dozen came from beyond the arc. This time the Spartans celebrated an even more one-sided victory, 4316. Again Davis led the team. But, this time he was held to one 3-pointer and 11 total points. Hull reached double figures, with 10 points. Five other players scored points for North Greene. During the first night of action at the North Greene Tournament, Pleasant Hill defeated Brussels 5148, to move to face the Spartans.

Brown County beat Carlinville 5725, and Routt won the nightcap, 5547 over Triopia. North Greene was set to take on Greenfield Wednesday night, after the Tigers defeated Bunker Hill on Tuesday. The score from Wednesday night’s games were not available at press time. The Spartan Classic concludes on Friday night, with the championship game at 8 p.m. The Spartans beat Northwestern this past Friday night, holding the Wildcats under 10 points in every quarter. North Greene led by 30 after one quarter, and kept the pressure up the entire game, winning 78-23. Jake Hull and Cody White each scored 19 for the Spartans. Blake Fulton added another 12 points.

The Greenfield Tigers picked up season win No. 1 on Tuesday night, defeating Bunker Hill in both teams’ first game of the Spartan Classic, at North Greene High School. The Tigers held the Minutemen scoreless in the second period, while doubling their first-quarter, seven-point lead. Both teams lit up the scoreboard in the third quarter, and Bunker Hill narrowed the Tigers lead slightly in the fourth. But, Greenfield held on for a decisive 56-39 victory. Mason McEvers scored 16 points to lead Greenfield. Isaac Masters scored 14 and Michael Bishop added a dozen. The Tigers came up short

when they took on Gillespie this past Friday. A low-scoring third quarter cost the Tigers, as the Miners erased a five-point halftime deficit and finished the third up by five. Gillespie won 69-61. Masters and Bishop each scored 17 points for Greenfield, with Masters draining four 3pointers. Colby Walden chipped in 10 points. Tuesday night’s win over Bunker Hill pitted the Tigers against hosting North Greene in a Wednesday night match up. The score was not available at press time. The Spartan Classic concludes Friday night.

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Front row, left to right: Shayna Winningham, Arika Hull, Lauren Denny, Tabitha Hawk, Lynnsey Elliott, Marisa Barber, Randi Stone and Brittney Kraushaar. Back row: Brittany Sorrells, Halie Kraushaar, Abby Bottorff, Ally Bottorff, Holly Coe, Laramie Chaffin and coach Stacey Mullink. Not pictured: Alexis Hogan-Hobson.

The North Greene Middle School 8th grade girls are returning regional champs. The girls won their second consecutive regional title with a 35-25 victory over Liberty this past Thursday. They advanced to the sectional, where they faced Pleasant Plains Wednesday night in Pittsfield. The results were not available at press time. The winner will

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Greene County police and traffic The following police reports were filed between Nov. 29 and Dec. 3. These reports are public information and are obtained from the Greene County Circuit Clerk’s office. All individuals listed have been arrested and charged, or cited in the case of traffic violations. All are innocent until proven guilty. The following individual has been charged with a conservation violation. Voyles, James D., dob 10-28-62, trapping mammals without license. The following individuals have been charged with driving under influence of alcohol. Jones, Brandon M., dob 07-1984, driving under influence of alcohol. Isringhausen, Thomas C., dob 09-27-89, driving under influence of alcohol. The following individuals have been charged with traffic violations: Jones, Brandon M., dob 07-1984, improper traffic lane usage. Webb, Billie Jo, dob 10-17-76,

operate uninsured motor vehicle. Stell, Thomas B., dob 09-28-59, driving 11-14 mph above limit. Seymour, Julee A., dob 0704-76, driving 15-20 mph above limit. Travelstead, Robert E., dob 1207-69, operate uninsured motor vehicle, driving 11-14 mph above limit. Isringhausen, Thomas C., dob 09-27-89, disregard stop sign. Plowman, Timothy Jay, dob 0129-67, driving 11-14 mph above limit. Parsell, Jessica M., dob 08-2789, driving 15-20 mph above limit. Ridenour, Lance E., dob 06-0284, transport/carry alcohol liquor/ passenger. Casimere, Anthony Edward, dob 09-02-63, disregard official trafficcontrol device. Cusker, Sean M., dob 06-09-88, disregard stop sign. Schmid, Francis M. dob 05-2683, driving 11-14 mph above limit. Benton, James M., dob 09-17-74, driving on suspended license, trans-

port/carry alcohol liquor/driver. Roof, Norman Clyde, dob 0131-59, fail to reduce speed. Lawson, Ricky J., dob 03-29-56, operate uninsured motor vehicle. Pollard, Joshua D., dob 03-1992, driving 15-20 mph above limit. Oritz, Robert Z., dob 11-27-78, driving 15-20 mph above limit. Settles, Denny L., dob 11-25-46, over on gross. Cox, Stephanie A., dob 12-0580, driving 15-20 mph above limit. Rhodes, Anthony M., dob 0808-79, fail to yield/private road/ drive. Hobold, David Rae, dob 12-1350, driving 15-20 mph above limit. Mathews, James E., dob 08-2175, operate uninsured motor vehicle, improper traffic lane usage, fail to reduce speed, registration expiration. Brakeville, Tiffany N., dob 0928-89, no valid registration. Junge, Jamie E., dob 03-03-92, driving 11-14 mph above limit. Herder, Jeffery S., dob 04-25-89, operate uninsured motor vehicle.

Carrollton Grade School menu Monday, Dec. 13: Soft pretzels with cheese sauce, green beans, mixed fruit. Tuesday, Dec. 14: Rotini, breadsticks, lettuce, dressings, peaches. Wednesday, Dec. 15: Grilled chicken on bread, mashed potatoes, pears, goldfish grahams. Thursday, Dec. 16: Mexican sombreros, salsa, corn, applesauce. Friday, Dec. 17: Corn dog, peas, mandarin oranges, pudding.

Breakfast menu: Monday: Biscuits/gravy; Tuesday: French toast sticks; Wednesday: Cinnabun; Thursday: Breakfast pizza; Friday: Cheesy oven eggs. Juice, toast and milk offered daily. Cereal and yogurt offered as an alternate breakfast entrée. Lunch entrée alternative: Peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Bread and milk served daily with lunch. Full serve salad bar offered to 6th-8th grade.

North Greene High School menu Lunch Monday, Dec. 13: Chicken tenders, mashed potatoes and gravy, rice krispie, pudding, milk. Tuesday, Dec. 14: Pizza, corn, animal crackers, pears, milk. Wednesday, Dec. 15: Christmas dinner, chicken and noodles, hot

rolls, green beans, jello cake, cranberry sauce, milk. Thursday, Dec. 16: Corn dog, peas, goldfish, peaches, milk. Friday, Dec. 17: Hamburger on bun, French fries, rice krispie, mixed fruit, milk.

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November Students of the Month for North Greene Middle School

Roodhouse to change shut-off policy Jeffers in from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on the day of shut-offs. “As soon as people come in and start paying, he can go turn them back on,” Davis said. “If they don’t, you give them a 10-day grace period then you have the other crew go disconnect gas and water services.” The theory behind the concept is that the city will save on overtime. “I thought it was a real good idea because it is really going to cut the cost of overtime at the South Shop,” Utility Superintendent Mike Darringer said. Davis said that the city runs the risk of causing a water leak by turning the water off, and someone in the home must be present to light the pilot light when the gas is shut off. The concept would benefit the city by reducing overtime for afterhour reconnections and customers

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Front row left to right: Wes Teno, Dani Wojcik, Mallory Rogers, James Davidson, Haile Fox, Middle row: Zion Thomas, Tristen Nichols, Sarah Tupper, Hayley Wells. Back row: Katelyn Trainer, Abby Jouett, Randi Stone.

By CARMEN ENSINGER Greene Prairie Press Roodhouse will be making revisions to its shut-off policy which will ultimately save money for both the city and its customers. Roodhouse electrical superintendent Andy Davis explained the situation at the November council meeting. “We run into this problem every month – we shut someone off and two or three hours later, we have to go back and turn it back on because they come up and pay their bill,” Davis said. “With the electric, it’s not that much of a problem, but when it comes to gas and water, it’s not so easy as it takes two separate crews.” Davis’ proposal was to have one shut-off day a month, bringing Bill

Lunch Monday, Dec. 13: Tenderloin on bun, corn, mixed fruit, ice cream sandwich, milk. Tuesday, Dec. 14: Corn dog, peas, peaches, pudding, milk. Wednesday, Dec. 15: Christmas dinner – chicken noodles, green

by eliminating the $100 after hour reconnect fee. “The $100 fee is to cover the cost of overtime to have two guys come out and do the gas and water.” The council agreed to draw up an ordinance setting forth the one-day shutoff. In other action, the council: ■ Approved a motion to renew the GIS mapping system tech support agreement at a cost of $800. ■ Approved purchase of Itron ERTS for 80 electric meters at an approximate cost of $3,200. ■ Approved purchase of 16 Itron meters at a cost of $1,150 per month in an effort to complete the electric meter change out within 12 months. ■ Approved purchase of two pumps for the water plant at a cost of approximately $2,000.

Breakfast Monday, Dec. 13: Breakfast pizza, cereal, toast, juice, milk. Tuesday, Dec. 14: Danish or cereal, toast, juice, milk. Wednesday Dec. 15: Pancakes and sausage or cereal, toast, juice, milk. Thursday, Dec. 16: Egg and cheese biscuit or cereal, toast, juice, milk. Friday, Dec. 17: Biscuits and gravy or cereal, toast, juice, milk. Lunch Monday, Dec. 13: Hot dog on

bun, baked beans, pears, sherbet, milk. Tuesday, Dec. 14: Spaghetti with meat sauce, bread stick, green beans, mixed fruit, milk. Wednesday, Dec. 15: Chicken and rice soup/crackers, pickle spears, PB sandwich, apricots, milk. Thursday, Dec.16: Soft taco/ cheese/salsa, corn chips, lettuce salad, applesauce, milk. Friday, Dec. 17: Hamburger on bun, French fries, peaches, rice krispie treat, milk.

White Hall Elementary lunch menu

Monday, Dec. 13: Chicken and noodles, green beans, bread and butter, applesauce, milk. Tuesday, Dec. 14: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, fruit snacks, mandarin oranges, milk. Wednesday, Dec. 15: Hamburger on bun, potato smiles, rice krispie treat, pineapple, milk. Thursday, Dec. 16: Cheese quesadillas, lettuce salad, goldfish crackers, peaches, milk. Friday, Dec. 17: Taco in shell, lettuce/cheese cups, corn, mixed fruit, milk.

St. John’s School menu

Served daily: bread, butter, jelly, peanut butter, salad, dressing, chocolate and white milk. Lunch Monday, Dec. 13: Chicken fajita, soft shell, lettuce/diced tomato/ shredded cheese/salsa, pineapple. Tuesday, Dec. 14: Chili, carrots/celery, American cheese slices, crackers, apples. Wednesday, Dec. 15: Ground beef and macaroni, green beans, mixed fruit. Thursday, Dec. 16: Turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, dressing, peaches. Friday, Dec. 17: Sloppy joe on bun, corn, pear halves.

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Wednesday, December 8, 2010

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT, SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, GREENE COUNTY, ILLINOIS CAUSE NO. 10-TX-35: TO THE FOLLOWING NAMED PERSONS (AND IF DECEASED, TO THEIR UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES), AND TO THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, AND TO ALL INTERESTED DEPARTMENTS AND AGENCIES OF EACH THEREOF, INCLUDING AMONG OTHERS U.S. INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE AND ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT SECURITY, ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC AID, AND TO GREENE COUNTY CLERK AND STATES ATTORNEY, CITY OF CARROLLTON, CITY OF ROODHOUSE, CITY OF WHITE HALL, AND TO UNKNOWN OWNERS AND PARTIES INTERESTED IN THE PARCELS HEREINAFTER NAMED:

TAKE NOTICE THAT THE ABOVESAID PARCELS WERE SOLD ON NOVEMBER 21, 2008, FOR GENERAL TAXES FOR THE YEAR 2007 AND PRIOR YEARS, AND THAT THE PERIOD OF REDEMPTION FROM SUCH SALE EXPIRES MAY 27, 2011. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT A PETITION FOR ORDER DIRECTING ISSUANCE OF TAX CERTIFICATES OF TITLE HAS BEEN FILED IN THE ABOVESAID CAUSE AS TO THE ABOVE-NAMED PARCELS BY GREENE COUNTY, AS TRUSTEE, AND THAT ON JUNE 14, 2011 AT 1:15 PM, SAID PETITIONER WILL APPLY FOR AN ORDER THAT A TAX DEED ISSUE AS TO EACH ABOVESAID PARCEL NOT REDEEMED ON OR BEFORE MAY 27, 2011. /S/ GREENE COUNTY AS TRUSTEE, PETITIONER. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT THE COUNTY CLERK ADDRESS: 519 N MAIN ST, CARROLLTON, IL 62016 12.8, 12.15, 12.22 TELEPHONE: (217) 942-5443

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT GREENE COUNTY, ILLINOIS RE THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ARON LAVON PYATT. Deceased. NO 10-P-46 CLAIM NOTICE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, GREENE COUNTY. ILLINOIS, IN PROBATE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JAMES K, TAPEN, ) 10-P-40 DECEASED. NOTICE OF CLAIM DATE

Notice is hereby given to creditors of the death of ARON LAVCW PYATT, of Carrollton, IL 62016. Letters of office were issued on December 3, 2010, to Kendall C. Pyatt, of 732 South Main Street, Carrollton, Illinois 62016 as Independent Executor, whose attorney is ELLIOTT I,. TURPTN, 325 Sixth Street, Carrollton, Illinois 62016. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Circuit Clerk of the Court, Greene County Courthouse, 519 N. Main, Carrollton, Illinois 62016, or with the above representative, or both on or ‘before July 1, 2011, or if mailing or delivery of a notice from, the representative is required by Section 18-3 of the Probate Act of 1975, as amended, 755 ILCS 5118-1, 755 ILCS 5118-3, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the representative and attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed. Dated this 3rd day of December, 2010

Elliott L Turpin, Attorney at Law Attorney for Kendall C. Pyatt, Independent Executor of the Estate of Aaron Lavon Pyatt, Deceased

NOTICE is hereby given of the death of JAMES K. TAPEN. of Carrollton, Illinois. Letters of Office were issued on the l8th day of November, 2010, to James Michael Tapen, 20 Robindale Dr., St. Louis, Mo. 63124, Administrator, whose attorneys are McDonald Strickland & Clough, 524 N. Main, P.O. Box 71, Carrollton, IL 62016. Claims against the Estate may be filed in the Office of the Circuit Clerk of the Court, Greene County Courthouse, Carrollton, IL 62016, or with the above representatives, or both, on or before the lst day of May, 2011, or if mailing or delivery of a Notice from the representatives is required by Section 18-3 of the Probate Act of 1975, as amended, S.H.A. 755 ILCS 5118-1 5118-3 the date. stated in that Notice. Any claim not filed on or before that dale is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the representatives and to the above attorneys within ten (10) days after it has been filed. Dated: November 18 ,2010. V. Tunie Brannan Clerk of the Circuit Court McDonald, Strickland & Clough Attorneys at Law 524 N. Main - P.O. Box 71 Carrollton, IL 62016 Telephone: 217-942-3115

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT GREENE COUNTY - CARROLLTON, ILLINOIS

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF SANDRA K. RHODES, NO. 2010-P-45 DECEASED.

IN THE MATTER OF THE HILLVIEW DRAINAGE AND LEVEE DISTRICT OF GREENE AND SCOTT COUNTIES, ILLINOIS No. 09-MR-30

WELLS FARGO BANK, NA PLAINTIFF VS 09 CH 35 UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; CHELSEY R MURPHY; JOSHUA MURPHY AKA JOSHUA A MURPHY; DEFENDANTS

CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE IS GIVEN TO CREDITORS of the death of Sandra K. Rhodes. Letters of Office were issued to Robert Fraley, whose address is 503 West Prairie, Roodhouse, Illinois 62082, as Executor, and whose Attorneys of record are Law Offices of Gustine, Theivagt, Davis & Collins, Ltd., 620 North Main, Carrollton, Illinois 62016. Claims against the estate may be filed in the Circuit Clerk’s Office, Greene County Courthouse, Carrollton, Illinois, or with the Executor, on or before June 9, 2011, or if mailing or delivery of a notice from the Executor is required by Sec. 18-3 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/18-3), the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the Executor and to the Attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed. ROBERT FRALEY, EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF SANDRA K. RHODES, DECEASED, BY: /s/ Patrick C. Davis (ATTORNEY) NAME: LAW OFFICES GUSTINE, THEIVAGT, DAVIS & COLLINS, LTD. ATTORNEYS FOR: EXECUTOR ADDRESS:620 NORTH MAIN STREET CITY: CARROLLTON, ILLINOIS 62016 TELEPHONE: (217) 942-6966

DRAINAGE NOTICE To: All Interested Persons NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Commissioners of Hillview Drainage and Levee District have filed their Annual Financial Report in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Greene County, Illinois, showing the amount of money collected by them and the manner in which the same has been expended since the filing of their last preceding report up to and including the 31st day of August, 2010, and claims for services and expenses of the Commissioners; and if objections to said report and claims are filed with the Clerk of the Court within ten (10) days after publication of this Drainage Notice, the Court shall set a hearing on said report and claims not later than four (4) weeks after the filing of said report. Notice is further given that if no objections to said report and claims are filed within ten (10) days after publication of this Drainage Notice, the Court may approve said report without a hearing. Dated this 18th day of Nov., 2010. V. Tunie Brannan Clerk of the Circuit Court Greene County, Illinois Attorneys for Commissioners: RAMMELKAMP BRADNEY, P.C. H. Allen Yow, Counsel 46 South Hill Street, P.O. Box 109 Winchester, Illinois, 62694 (217) 742-5215

NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on April 1, 2010, SHERIFF RICKY J. GRAHAM in GREENE County, Illinois, will on January 6, 2011, in GREENE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 519 N. MAIN STREET, CARROLLTON, IL 62016, at 11:00AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of GREENE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: LOTS 55 AND 56 IN SUNNYSIDE ADDITION TO THE CITY OF CARROLLTON, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF SITUATED IN SAID CITY OF CARROLLTON, IN THE COUNTY OF GREENE IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 03-92-23-309-015 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 323 PINE STREET CARROLLTON, IL 62016 Description of Improvements: SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH DETACHED CAR GARAGE. The

Judgment amount was $123,531.98. Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”. The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA0928263 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I325669 11.24-12.8

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Saturday, Dec. 11 9:00am • Beatty Mound Road, Jerseyville Owner: Vince Sibley Please Call About Questions (618) 535-4704

TRACTOR & DOZER: Oliver 1800 Gas, Wide Front, with IH 2000 Loader; D6 Cat Dozer EQUIPMENT: White 12 Row 5100 Planter; Crust Buster 15’ Drill; 24’ Krause Disc; 14’ IH Cultimulcher; 4 Bottom Oliver Plow; 7 Bottom White Plow; 7’ Mower; 5’ Brush Hog; 8’ Blade; 8” 60’ Auger; Tool Bar; Farm Hand Grinder Mixer; Auger Wagon; 5- Gravity Wagons; Allis Chalmers 20’ Chisel Plow COMBINE & HEAD: Gleaner L3; IH 863 6 Row Corn Head TRUCK: 1987 Cheavy Dually New Tires, Brakes, and Springs MISC.: Seed Cleaner; Oliver Front and Wheel Weights; Ford Tricycle Front End; 955 Cat Seat; Gates (Cattle and Hog); Rolls of New Barb Wire; T-Post; Standard Oil Trailer; Lots Of Tin Various Sizes; Air Compressor; Fuel Tanks; Schwinn Bike; Brand New Alum. Down Spouts White; Super Snout; Propane Tanks; Many Other Agricultural Items Will Sell HOUSE HOLD: Stove (Like New); Fridge; Lane Baby Crib; Entertainment Center; Couch; Chair; 2- Bed Room Suites; Walnut Desk; Washer and Dryer; Kitchen Utensils; Many Other House Hold Items Will Sell AUCTIONEER NOTES: Vince is selling some really nice clean items from farm equipment to house hold. However Vince is just reducing his farm equipment. He is going to keep farming a couple more years at his other farm. TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Announcements made day of sale take precedence over printed material. Cash or Good Check with Proper I.D. Absentee bids accepted. All items sell as is where is with no warranties all sales are ﬁnal. Not responsible for theft or accidents

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NOTICE OF FILING DATES FOR CARROLLTON CUSD #I SCHOOL BOARD ELECTION Notice is hereby given that the office of Becky Howard, Secretary for the Carrollton Community Unit School District No. 1 Board of Education at 950A S Third Street, Carrollton Illinois 62016 will be open from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Monday through Friday, December 13, 2010 through December 20, 2010 for the purpose of accepting candidate petitions for the school board election to be held April 5, 2011. Candidates’ names will appear on the election ballot in the order in which their nominating papers are received in the secretary’s office. Three seats on the seven-member Board of Education will be filled at the April 5 election. Candidates elected will serve four-year terms expiring in April, 2015. District No. 1 requirements are that no more than three members may be elected from any congressional township. 12.8

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2 bdrm home w/full basement on 2 lots. Hamburg Large clean and well maintained manufactured home on an oversize city lot on a quiet street near downtown Hardin. Priced to sell Well maintained office/residential property in downtown Hardin 3 bdrm, 3 bath home on 38 secluded wooded acres with pond. Mid Calhoun 3 bdrm, 2 bath manuf home on two city lots. Hardin Large clean and well maintained manufactured home on an oversize city lot on a quiet street near downtown Hardin. Priced to sell 5 acre all wooded lot just west of Hardin. Excellent deer hunting 27 wooded/tillable acres N. Calhoun 28 secluded acres with incredible views of Miss River, Hamburg 30 acre productive farm with excellent views of the Miss River. Farm is part open land and part wooded. Utilities available to property Great road access Golden Eagle. 35 acre farm located on a major county Rd. Excellent views. Mid Calhoun 67 mostly wooded acreage w/ pond. Ideal hunting. N. Calhoun. 68 acre woodland farm with pond. Ideal for hunting and/or weekend getaway. Fixer upper home included. Easy access. North Calhoun

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126 acres m/l Pleasant Vale Twsp, 31 acres CRP, 27 acres tillable, balance in timber and brush, and creek, great big buck area, prime habitat. $3950/acre 163 acres m/l, Atlas Twsp, 12.7 acres tillable, balance in timber and brush, Dutch Creek area, $4875/acre 179 acres m/l, Atlas Twsp, 20 acres tillable, balance in timber, brush, and creek, Dutch Creek area, $4875/acre 201 acres m/l in Atlas Twsp, 74 acres tillable, balance in timber, creek and pond. $5000 per acre. 700 acres m/l with executive home, Detroit Twsp, half tillable, half timber, great hunting, great income, one of a kind property, $4,000,000 CALHOUN COUNTY, ILLINOIS 30 acres m/l, Belleview Twsp, 7 acres tillable, balance in timber, brush, and creek, $3950/acre 41 acres m/l, Belleview Twsp, 11 acres tillable in food plots, balance in timber, brush, and creek 44 acres m/l Hamburg Twsp, all big buck timber, nice creek, very secluded along a dead end road, trophy managed area $4200/acre 46 acres m/l, Belleview Twnshp, Gorgeous location for home or lodge, good hunting, $3000/acre 46.2 acres m/l, Belleview Twsp, good access, nice open property with lots of potential 56 acres m/l, Belleview Twsp, 8 acres tillable, balance in timber, brush, and creek, $3950/acre 59 acres m/l, Belleview Twsp, 14 acres food plots, balance in timber, brush, creek. 71 acres m/l, 49 acres tillable, 1 duck pit, premier waterfowl hunting on the Mississippi River Flyway, $3998/ acre. 285 acres m/l, Belleview Twsp, 20 acres tillable/food plots, balance in timber, brush, and creek. Outstanding hunting. $3700/acre.

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ADAMS COUNTY, ILLINOIS 55 acres m/l, Columbus Twsp, nice mix of tillable and timber, great hunting. 56 acres m/l, Columbus Twsp, great mix of tillable and timber 80 acres m/l in Beverly Twsp 28 till. bal. in timber, pond, food plots & located along dead end road. $3950 per acre. 134 acres m/l Beverly Twsp 30 acres tillable, balance in timber, brush, food plots, pond, and creek, $3850/acre 154 acres m/l Columbus Twsp, excellent hunting property, good layout 263 acres m/l Beverly Twsp 90 acres tillable, balance in timber, brush, food plots, ponds, and creek, $3850/acre. 280 acres m/l, 60 acres tillable, balance in timber, brush, and creek, $3214/acre

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395 acres m/l Beverly Twsp 110 acres tillable, balance in timber, brush, food plots, 2 ponds, and creek. $3850/acre 792 acres m/l Beverly Twsp 261 acres tillable, balance in timber, brush, food plots, creeks, and ponds, $3850/acre. BROWN COUNTY, ILLINOIS 44 acres m/l, 2 acres tillable, balance in timber and brush, 2 creeks, great recreational property 90 acres m/l, 32 tillable, balance in timber, lake and creek, $3150/acre 150 acres m/l with 4500 sq ft lodge, 29 acre lake, 15 acres tillable, balance in timber, brush, and creek, $892,000 202 acres m/l, 60 acres CRP/tree program, 30 acres tillable/food plots, balance in timber, brush, creek and pond. $3650/acre. 234 acres m/l – Buckhorn Twnshp, 1700 sq ft home, outbuilding, 66 ac CRP, 14 ac food plots, balance in timber, brush, 3 ponds and creek, $895,000 260 acres m/l - 90 acres tillable, balance in timber, and creek, good income, $3300/acre 360 acres m/l, 110 acres tillable, balance in timber, and creek, good income, great hunting, $3300/acre.

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FULTON COUNTY: 40 acres m/l, 35 acres hardwood timber and brush, balance in food plots and creek, $3800/acre 40 acres m/l, 18 acres tillable, 3 acres CRP, balance in timber, brush, and creek, $3150/acre 80 acres m/l, 22 acres tillable, 3 aCres CRP, balance in timber, brush, and creek.

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SCOTT COUNTY: 80 acres m/l, Bloomﬁeld East Twsp established food plots, nearly all timber, great hunting, $3550/acre FAYETTE COUNTY, ILLINOIS: 80 acres M/L-40acres tillable-40acres timber. Established food plots, proven giant buck producing farm in a great location. 138 acres m/l with lodge, nice mix of timber and tillable, several ponds, rustic cabin, nice hunting property, $3190/acre

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JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS: 100 acres M/L- All timber located outside of Fieldon and Jerseyville Illinois very close to the river. Creek and all timber. $2800 per acre. SCHUYLER COUNTY, ILLINOIS: 212 acres m/l with cabin, 30 tillable, 56.73 acres CRP, balance in timber, pond and creek, $2975/acre

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803 B Wind River Drive, Grafton. #3016047 $449,000. Luxury Condominium, 1,906 sq ft, 2 bedroom, 2 full baths, 9ft ceilings. All Hardwood ďŹ&#x201A;oors, Baths Ceramic, Stone Fireplace, 9 x 52 Composite Deck over looking river, Exterior Fiber Cement, 2 Car Garage. Karen Bertman 618-535-6044.

922 W. Fairgrounds Ave, Jerseyville. #3016067 $349,000. Why look any further - this home has it all. 4 bedroom, 5 bath home with 3,671 sq ft of living space, 2 car attached garage on 5 acres m/l. Bob Jones 618-578-9547 or Roberta Wallace 618-535-5820.

525 Baughman, Jerseyville. #3015926 $160,000. Exceptional Commercial lot for your budding new Business. Established Commercial Property surround this desireable, high traďŹ&#x192;c area. All utilities available. Kim Frazer 618-535-2262.

33 Sugarwood Ct, Jerseyville. #3016327 $154,500. 3 bedrooms, 3 bath , 1,690 sq ft of living space with 2car garage on .43 of an acre m/l. Karen Bertman 618-535-6044.

8272 Bethalto Road, Bethalto. #3016260 $114,900. 2 bedroom, 1 bath home on 11.67 acres m/l. Bob Jones 618-578-9547 or Roberta Wallace 618-535-5820.

15910 Bartlett Rd, Dow. #3016300 $109,500. 5 bedroom, 3 bath home on spacious lot. Two car attached garage, 1 car detached. Kitchen appliances stay. Newer Roof. Approx 1 year old. Kim Frazer 618-535-2262 or Karen Bertman 618-535-6044.

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1000 Hagaman Rd, GreenďŹ eld. #3016042 $97,500. Secluded 2 bedroom, 1 bath home on 5 acres in GreenďŹ eld. Acreage is all wooded lots of deer and wildlife on property. Also on property is a 31 x 50 pole barn and 10 x 20 dog pen. Connie Hayes 618-535-6784.

1000 Hagaman Rd, GreenďŹ eld. #3016017 $55,000. Wooded acreage on good road. 17.2 acres m/l. Lots of deer and other wildlife on property. Listed separately is a house and 5 acres for $97,500. That adjoin 17.2 acres m/l. Connie Hayes 618-535-6784.

1640 W. Main Street, Grafton #3013133 $158,500. 1196 Sq ft, Lot 70 x 200. 2 Bedrooms- Spacious Kitchen â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10 x 10 Laundry â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2 Car Pole Barn 30 x 40 wit door openers, heat, workshop, 100 amp and bath. Great breezeway with remote control awning. Karen Bertman 618-535-6044.

HC 61 Box 3 B, Hamburg. #2906025 $93,000. Lovely Country Setting. 3 bedroom, 1 Bath home with single car garage. Home has had many updates. 3 sided outbuilding with electric. In the Heart of Calhoun County. Deer come right into the yard. Bob Jones 618-578-9547 or Roberta Wallace 618-535-5820.

22783 N. 3rd Street, Fieldon. #2907732 $350,000. Hunters Paradise!! With 672 Sq Ft House, 101 Acres m/l. Wild life, Deer, Turkey, Squirrels, etc. Plus Spring, Persimon Trees, Apple Trees, Blackberries and an abundance of Dogwood Trees. Great Mushroom hunting. House has all appliances and Full Basement. Shed 16 x 28, Carport 12 x 23. Karen Bertman 618-535-6044.

23858 Walnut Hollow Court, Jerseyville. #2815438 $318,500. Open Floor Plan! 6 Bedrooms, 4 Baths, Built in 1994. Full Basement, 3,294 Sq Ft, 20 Ft high Vaulted Ceilings, Fireplace, Hardwood Floors and 104 x 176 lot. Hollowood Subdivision. Karen Bertman 618-535-6044.

705 Yvetteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Place, Jerseyville. #2815422 $297,500. 3,796 Sq Ft. 5 Bedroom home with walk-in closets. All Kitchen Appliances Stay, Full Finished Basement, 4 plus Car Garage, located on a cul-de-sac. Karen Bertman 618-535-6044.

104 Bradford Place, Jerseyville. #3004792 $284,900. Fantastic Family Home, 5 Bedrooms, 4 Baths, 3 Fireplaces, 2 Laundry Rooms. One on Main level and One Upstairs. 3 Car Garage over 3,000 sq ft Finished. Connie Hayes 618-535-6784.

RR 2, Box 78 A, Kane. #2912449 $265,000. If Peace and Quiet is what you are looking for then make your appointment today to see this beautiful. 5 Bedroom, 4 Bath home on 23 Acres. This home has a large deck which is partially covered, Detached Garage plus 2 Car Attached Garage. A Full Walk-out Basement and a new hot water heater. All this and much more. Connie Hayes 618-535-6784.

401 Timber Ridge, Grafton. #3005871 $258,400. Completely Furnished And Ready to Move Into! Covered Deck with Spectacular View of the Mississippi, Illinois Rivers. This condo was upgraded and has quality throughout. In house heated garage with storage room close by. Common area with Community Room, Vacation Spot, Grafton Harbor within walking distance. Charlene Morgan 618-535-0071.

401 Timber Ridge Unit 12, Jerseyville. #2815739 $249,000. 1,381 Sq Ft. 5 Acres Common. $120.00 Association Feeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. 3 Bedroom Completely Furnished Breath taking view of the conďŹ&#x201A;uence of the Mississippi and Illinois River. Common Area with Exercise Area, Community Room and Storage Unit. Karen Bertman 618-535-6044.

#6 Cross County Rd, Jerseyville. #3011166 $215,000. This beautiful 4 bedroom, 4 bath home with full ďŹ nished basement on large yard in upscale neighborhood is priced to sell. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss this great value. Connie Hayes 618-535-6784.

13613 Otter Creek West, Fieldon. #3014739 $214,900. Enjoy the breath taking beauty surrounding this 35 acre m/l Hunterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Paradise. Located in Rural Jersey County, this acreage and home features all the modern conviences of home. House features large screened in porch, and great deck oďŹ&#x20AC; the updated kitchen. Kim Frazer 618-535-2262.

413 South Arch Street, Jerseyville. #3011696 $189,000. Stately Older 2 story home in good west side location. Includes completely updated and restored 7 room, 3 bedroom and 2 Â˝ baths with nearly 2,300 sq ft. of living area. New kitchen. Fireplace. Part basement ďŹ nish. Thermal windows with lowe/argon glass. 2 car attached garage. Large open front porch and rear patio. Brad Stockstill 618-535-4628.

RR 1 Box 82, Hillview. #3009424 $185,000. Immaculate Family home on 10 acres m/l, Multi â&#x20AC;&#x201C; level deck 24 x 32, above ground pool ( 18 x 32) detached garage and workshop. 1 car attached garage. Beautiful family / hearth room with ďŹ replace and bar. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, sliding doors oďŹ&#x20AC; of dining area. Geo Thermal. Appliances Negotiable. Outbuildings & Orchard. Kim Frazer 618-535-2262.

26821 Hwy 3, Godfrey. #2914211 $184,900. Quality through out in this 2 story home. 3 bedroom, 3 baths, Den, Kitchen with Island, all appliances included. Beautiful Hardwood ďŹ&#x201A;oors, Ceramic ďŹ&#x201A;oors. 12 x 12 Deck, 8 x 24 Covered porch, 2 car detached garage all this plus 4 acres. Charlene Morgan 618-535-0071.

515 McDow Drive, Jerseyville. #3014954 $175,000. 1687 sq ft, 49.90 x 167.62 Lot. Duplex- Built 2006 Move In Condition, Large eat in kitchen, Utility Room, Dura Ceramic ďŹ&#x201A;oors in kitchen and bath, Sun room, composite decking. Spacious. Karen Bertman 618-535-6044.

909 Angela Court, Jerseyville. #2815481 $169,900. New Construction! 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 1,750 sq ft, 2 car garage and 62 x 146.5 lot. Karen Bertman 618-535-6044.

27248 Cherry Lane, Jerseyville. #2916265 $169,000. Cape Cod style home. Numerous windows with unobstructed, scenic views. 3 bed., 2 Â˝ baths. Ground ďŹ&#x201A;oor master suite with a walkin closet and garden tub. Spacious, fenced yard with a barn, a shed, an above-ground storm shelter, a 15â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122;dog pen, plus mature trees and landscaping. Peaceful, country settingâ&#x20AC;Ś move-in ready!! Roberta Wallace 618-535-5820 or Bob Jones 618-578-9547.

23358 Beach Court, Jerseyville. #3000238 $168,000. Tri- Level home with lots of up-dates. Nice size master suite with bath attached. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths trash compactor, built in double oven, dishwasher, Jen Air cook-top, Hot tub, End of cul-de-sac, Attached 2 car garage, fenced back yard. Kim Frazer 618- 535-2262

506 South Pearl Street, Jerseyville. #3014640 $160,000. Great Family Home 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath on 2 Lots. 24 x 53 Garage, 14 x 24 Workshop both with power. Roberta Wallace 618535-5820 or Bob Jones 618-578-9547.

107 Hawbrook, Jerseyville. #3015768 $127,500. 80 x 120 Lot, 1,478 Sq Ft. All Brick, 3 Bedroom, 1 Â˝ Baths, Basement waterproofed in 2010, AC/Furnace 2004, Roof 2002, Possession Immediately. Karen Bertman 618-535-6044.

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PIKE COUNTY New Listing - 44 Acres Great hunting farm with nice cabin, located at the end of a dead end road. $189,000. Call Scott. New Listing - 332 Acres with custom built log home overlooking Illinois River. Call David. New Listing: 92 Acres M/L with remodeled 2 story home & outbuildings can be split. Call David. New Listing--180 Acres with home Located in Southern Pike County 5.2 Acre Lake, Great Hunting Call Scott New Listing 85 Acres With Home, Turn Key Hunting Farm, Food Plots & Shooting Towers In Place Call Scott New Listing: 41 acres - Spring Creek Twp. Great hunting property surrounded by excellent habitat. Call Scott. 32.5 acres - Nice hunting farm, or building site. 124 acres m/l - PittsďŹ eld twp, Pike County, part timber, part tillable, excellent hunting with good income potential, 3 bedroom remodeled home. Call David 85.57 acres - Nice hunting farm in northern Pike County. Call David 70 acres - great hunting in Hadly twp $3500 per acre. Call David 80 acres - Set up for hunting, located close to Barry. $3600 per acre. Call Scott 68.75 acres - Nice hunting farm. $3,250/acre. Call Scott Price Reduced: 40 acres - Located at the end of a dead end road, nice pond. $3,500/acre. Call Scott Price Reduced: 46 acres - Good CRP income proven hunting farm. $2,950/acre. Call Scott 43.5 acres - Spring Creek OLInDcooperation with Wade Real Estate STwp. 143 acres - Pike Co. Cabin located on property, located in intensely managed area. $3500/acre. L O S D Call Scott. 286 Acres Awesome SOLDPike County hunting farm 237 Acres Big timber D Hadley Creek SOLalong 42 Acres Nice mixture of L tillable D & timber. In cooperation with Pike County Real Estate. O S 384 Acres Great hunting & tillable farm. OLD

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There were 18 entries in this years “How sweet it is” candy contest sponsored by Campbell Publications. The contest was divided into 4 categories: Fudge, Soft Candy, Chocolate Covered and Decorated Cookie. Taking home top honors in each category were: Soft Candy - Patty Crabtree, Peppermint Divinity (pictured above); Decorated Cookie - Audrey Parsell, White Cut-Out Cookies; Chocolate Covered - Rachel Parsell, Oreo Cookie Balls; Fudge - Patty Crabtree, Peppermint Fudge. Winners can contact the Jersey County Journal office Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. to claim their prizes.

CARAMELS 2 cups sugar 1 cup white corn syrup 2 cups whipping cream 1/3 cup butter 1/2 tsp. salt 1 tsp. vanilla In a large, heavy saucepan, cook sugar, syrup and cream over medium heat, stirring until mass begins to boil. Add butter and cook slowly, stirring occasionally until done. The caramels are done when the candy thermometer reaches 244 degrees or when a teaspoonful dropped in cold water becomes very firm. Add vanilla and alt, and pour in a buttered 8 x 8 inch pan. When cool, cut into small squares and wrap in waxed paper. Eileen Cassens, Grafton

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1/4 tsp. salt 1/4 cup butter 1 tsp. vanilla 1 – 2 cups pecans In large, heavy saucepan combine first 4 ingredients. Cook and stir until sugar is dissolved. Continue cooking and stirring frequently on lower heat until it reaches softball stage (234 degrees). Remove from heat and add butter and vanilla. Cool 3 minutes. Beat until smooth and slightly thickened. I usually put pan in sink half full of cold water and stir. Put in nuts and immediately drop by teaspoon on wax paper. Submitted by Vi Warix

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2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 2/3 cups baking chocolate 1 tsp. salt 1 cup (2 sticks) butter softened 3/4 cup white sugar 2/3 cup packed brown sugar 1 tsp. Vanilla 2 large eggs 2 cups white morsels Combine flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt in small bowl. Beat butter, white sugar, brown sugar and vanilla in large mixing bowl until creamy. Add eggs, beating well. Gradually beat n flour mixture. Stir in morsels. Drop by well-rounded teaspoon onto ungreased baking sheet. Bake 9 to 11 minutes at 350 degrees. Makes about 5 dozen. Genevieve Tepen, Jerseyville

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DIVINITY 2 1/2 cups white sugar 1/2 cup water 2 large or 3 small egg whites 1/2 cup white syrup 1/4 tsp. salt 1 tsp. vanilla Mix water, sugar, white corn syrup and salt, bring to boil. Cook to 258 – 260 degrees. Have ready beaten egg whites. Add hot syrup in a thin stream, mixing constantly until mixer pulls. Add vanilla and beat with spoon until it begins to loosen from glass and hold shape. Add nuts if desired and drop by teaspoon on wax paper. Juanita Eyers

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GO NUTS! COCONUT CARAMELS 1 tsp. butter 24 caramels 3/4 cup plus 2 Tbsp. flaked coconut, divided 1/2 cups white baking chips 1/2 cup salted peanuts Line an 8-in. x 4-in. loaf pan with foil and grease the foil with butter; set aside. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine caramels, 3/4 cups coconut, baking chips and peanuts. Microwave on high, uncovered, for 1 minute; stir. Cook, uncovered, 30-60 seconds longer or until caramels are melted; stir to combine. Press into prepared pan. Sprinkle with remaining coconut. Cool. Using foil, lift candy out of pan. Cut into 1-in. squares. Marilynn Parsell

BUCKEYES 2 sticks soft margarine 1 18 oz. jar peanut butter 6 cups powdered sugar 1 12 oz. bag chocolate chips 1/3 bar paraffin Mix margarine and peanut butter. Add sugar, mix well. Shape into quarter size balls. Melt chocolate chips and paraffin. Dip peanut butter balls 3/4 covered. Lay out on wax paper to cool. Patty Crabtree, Jerseyville

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OREO BALLS (CATEGORY WINNER) 8 oz. softened cream cheese 18 oz. package of Oreo cookies 2 cups of white Almond Bark Separate the filling from Oreo Cookies. Then take cookies and crush in re-sealable plastic bag using a rolling pin until fine. Mix cream cheese and Oreo filling together until mixed. Add the crushed Oreos and mix well. Then, by hand, roll Oreo cookie mix into one-inch Oreo Balls. Put in freezer for 3045 minutes. Next, melt the Almond bark in a double boiler. Dip the Oreo Balls completely into the bark using tongs or toothpicks. Place on wax paper. After the Oreo Balls harden, drizzle milk chocolate over balls. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Makes about 3 or 4 dozen Oreo Balls, depending on the size. Rachel Parsell

SUPER-EASY ROCKY ROAD FUDGE 2 cups (12 oz. pkg.) Semi-Sweet chocolate chips 1 can Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk (I use Fat-Free) 1 teaspoon vanilla 3 cups miniature marshmallows 1 cup coarsely chopped nuts Line an 11” x 7” baking dish with foil, grease lightly. Microwave chips and sweetened condensed milk in large, uncovered, microwave-safe bowl on HIGH for 1 minute. Stir. If necessary microwave additional 15 second intervals, stirring until morsels are melted. Stir in vanilla, fold in marshmallows and nuts. Press mixture into prepared pan. Cool completely, lift from pan, remove foil and cut into pieces. Carol Sue Carnes, Brussels

DIVINITY 4 cups sugar 3 large egg whites 1 cup white syrup 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup chopped nuts 3/4 cup water Combine sugar, syrup and water and boil to 260 degrees on candy thermometer (hard ball stage). In the meantime beat egg whites until peaks form. Pour hot syrup slowly over beaten whites. Keep on beating until mixture thickens and holds its shape. Add vanilla and nuts and drop by teaspoons on wax paper. Carol Sue Carnes, Brussels

CROCKPOT FUDGE 1-1/2 lbs. (27ozs) salted dry-roasted peanuts (1-1/2 jars) 1 – 4 oz. bar of German sweet chocolate 1 – 12 oz. pkg. semisweet chocolate chips 1 - 12 oz. pkg. milk chocolate chips 2 lbs. white almond bark Pour peanuts in the bottom of a 4-quart slow-cooker. Layer the chocolate over the peanuts, beginning with the German sweet chocolate, followed by the semi-sweet chips and milk chocolate chips. Last of all layer broke up almond bark on top. Set the temperature on low and cook for 3 hours. DO NOT lift lid or stir during this time. After 3 hours, stir the mixture with a large wooden spoon until thoroughly mixed. Drop the candy into cupcake pan liners, using about 2 tablespoons per liner. (I used the mini cupcake liners) Allow the candy to cool completely before removing the cupcake liners. Makes approximately 40 large pieces or 75 small pieces. Carol Sue Carnes, Brussels

WISCONSIN DELLS FUDGE 4 c sugar 1 c milk 1 tsp vanilla 1 c butter 25 marshmallows, cut up or 1 1/2 c mini marshmallows 12 oz chocolate stars candy 12 oz chocolate chips 2 oz unsweetened chocolate 1 c chopped nuts, if desired Mix sugar, milk and vanilla in a saucepan. Add butter and bring mixture to a boil. Let boil for two minutes. remove from heat and add marshmallows. Then add chocolate a little at a time, stirring thoroughly after each addition. Add nuts if desired. Pour into 9” x 13” pan. Chill Vickie Smith, Madison, WI

MAPLE NUT CHOCOLATES 1 can sweetened condensed mile 1/2 cup butter, cubed 7 1/2 cups confectioner’s sugar 2 cups chopped walnuts 2 tsp. maple flavoring 1 tsp. vanilla extract 4 cups semisweet chocolate chips 2 oz. bittersweet chocolate, chopped 2 tsp. shortening In small saucepan, combine milk and butter. Cook and stir over low heat until butter is melted. Place confectioners’ sugar in large bowl; add milk mixture and beat until smooth. Stir in walnuts, maple flavoring and vanilla. Roll into 3/4-in. balls; place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour. In microwave, melt the chips, bittersweet chocolate and shortening; stir until smooth, Dip balls into chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set. Store in airtight container. Rachel Parsell

2 cups sugar 2/3 cup light corn syrup 3/4 cup water 1 teaspoon cinnamon oil flavoring food coloring Powdered sugar (optional) Mix first three ingredients in a large saucepan. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Boil, without stirring until temperature reaches 310 degrees or until drops of syrup form hard, brittle threads in cold water. Remove from heat. After boiling has ceased, stir in flavoring and coloring. Pour onto lightly greased cookie sheet. Cool and break into pieces. Dust with powdered sugar, if desired. Store in airtight containers. Billy Richardson

Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then in the fridge for 5 more minutes before peeling off the waxed paper. Break into bite sized pieces and store in an airtight container. Denise Smith

MAPLE RUM BALLS 1cup unsalted butter at room temp 1/4 cup maple syrup 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar 2 Tablespoons rum 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup finely chopped pecans 1/4 teaspoon salt Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Beat together, unsalted butter, maple syrup, sugar, and rum. In another bowl, stir together, flour, chopped pecans, and salt. Gradually stir into butter mixture. Shape dough into 1 inch balls. Place on greased baking sheet. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden. The Null Family

Wednesday, December 8, 2010 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract 1/4 pound butter/margarine 1 cup chopped nuts Directions Mix all dry ingredients together in a 8x8 inch microwave safe pan (important to use this size pan). Add milk and vanilla extract. Place chunk of butter/margarine in center ( leave butter as whole do not chop up). Microwave on high for 2 minutes until bottom of dish feels warm. Stir vigorously and blend in chopped nuts. Put in mold or whatever and chill for 1 hour. Use real butter for best results. Erica Wilson

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AARON’S BUTTERY CASHEW BRITTLE 2 sticks salted butter (no substitutions) 1 cup sugar 1 Tablespoon light corn syrup 1 1/2 cup cashews (whole, halves or pieces - salted or unsalted) Line a baking sheet with a lightly buttered piece of waxed paper, set aside. In a heavy medium sized saucepan, heat the butter, sugar and corn syrup on medium low heat. Stir occasionally and heat until temperature reaches 290 degrees on a candy thermometer (about 30 minutes). Take pan off heat and stir in cashews. Pour mixture out onto the waxed paper lined pan, and spread the candy out across the pan.

2 cups confectioners sugar 1/4 cup cocoa 1/4 cup peanut butter 2 Tablespoons evaporated milk Directions Mix all ingredients in large bowl. Put mound of dough between sheets of waxed paper and roll to desired thickness. Let harden. Cut into small squares. Brandi Simmons & Kasey Hunt

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PEPPERMINT FUDGE (CATEGORY WINNER) Make your favorite fudge recipe. Decide what different type to try. For Chocolate Peppermint, crush soft peppermint sticks and add to fudge. Top with crushed peppermint. For Swirl Fudge, melt white chocolate and swirl in fudge. Patty Crabtree, Jerseyville

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The Greenfield Public Library will host their annual “Christmas Stocking/ Basket Raffle and Bake Sale” fundraiser on Saturday, Dec. 18, from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., at the library. To make this fundraiser successful, the library needs gift stockings or baskets filled with gift items to raffle off to the public. The stocking or basket does not have to be associated with the Christmas theme but may be the theme of the donor’s choice, such as a teacher’s basket, body and bath basket, sports basket, etc. All donated stockings or baskets filled with gifts should be delivered to the library as soon as possible for ticket sales to begin.

Raffle tickets for the event will be: $1 a ticket or six tickets for $5, and may be purchased at the library. Tickets will also be sold on the day of the fundraiser. The drawing will be held on Saturday, Dec. 18, at 11:45 a.m. Ticket holders do not have to be present to win. In addition, there will be a bake sale. All those interested in donating baked items for the bake sale are encouraged to bring them to the library on Friday, Dec. 17, from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., or on Saturday, Dec. 18, after 8 a.m. For more information, please contact the Greenfield Public Library at: 217-368-2613.

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Treats anyone? Members of the Mt. Gilead and Berdan Baptist Churches set up a booth on the south side of the square during the Carrollton Christmas Parade where they did their part to warm of the frigid parade goers offering free hot dogs, hot chocolate and cider. This year marked the fourth annual parade around the square.

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Grafton Earline’s Originals - making memories one stitch at a time By JILL THURSTON Greene Prairie Press A Grafton woman who has been sewing for more than five decades has decided to open her own shop, Earline’s Originals, in her home. Earline Hopkins said that she has done all types of sewing throughout the years and is now specializing in heirloom sewing. “Heirloom sewing is based on the turn-of-the century type clothing where the garments have lace and embroidery work on them,” Hopkins said. “I utilize the new computerized sewing machine and equipment available now to recreate that type of look.” Hopkins said with today’s technology, the heirloom pieces she creates look just like they were handmade and rather antique. Hopkins said she enjoys creating infant and children’s clothing, including christening gowns, first communion gowns, party dresses, portrait dresses and more. “My favorites are the infant clothes and christening gowns which are all embroidered,” Hopkins said. “They are just beautiful.” Hopkins recently attended training in Huntsville, Ala., which was provided by Martha Pullen who is the host of the PBS TV series, Martha’s Sewing Room. Upon completion, Hopkins is now a Martha Pullen Heirloom Sewing Licensed Teacher, a title which has been awarded to a few select sewing teachers across the United States, England, Canada, Mexico and Australia. Hopkins is certified to teach classes which include complete and simple-to-sew instructions for babies and women’s garments, home decorating items, purses and quilted items. “I will be starting to teach group lessons on how to sew heirloom clothing in January at the

Jackman’s Fabrics locations in Fairview Heights and St. Louis,” Hopkins said. “I will also give private lessons in my home for generally any type of sewing; however, I prefer to stick to garments. I’m also available to make any kind of custom dresses that anyone wants.” Hopkins said she has been making christening gowns for years and is interested in creating her own line. “I am currently trying to locate a gift shop to carry them exclusively.” Hopkins said. According to Hopkins, she has been sewing since she was 8 years old. “When I attended middle school I was already wearing my own clothing,” Hopkins said. “I recall that in the eighth grade home-ec class, the teacher let me help the other students since I was already making my own clothes, and I continued to make all of my clothes until I was in my early 30s.” Hopkins said she is proud to be a Martha Pullen Heirloom Sewing Licensed Teacher. Pullen heads a vast sewing empire, Martha Pullen Company Inc., which focuses on the concept of heirloom sewing and includes the publication of the international magazine, “Sew Beautiful,” which was founded in 1987 and has a print run of 75,000 copies six times per year. By becoming a licensed instructor, Hopkins may now sell Pullen’s more than 50 books, each one having been written to promote the art of heirloom sewing as well as the Pullen brand of imported fabrics and laces. Hopkins may also now conduct classes anywhere in the world. For further information on Earline’s Originals, contact her at earlineoriginals@yahoo.com or by calling (618) 786-5440.

Grace and Abbigail model the dresses that their grandmother, Earline Hopkins of Grafton, created just for them.

Heirloom sewing The revival of heirloom sewing started around 1970 and is even more popular today. In fact, one of the best-kept secrets in the sewing world is how easy it is to stitch a beautiful heirloom. The heirloom garments and home accessories are fashioned after the elegant Victorian clothing or accessories which defined fashionable style around 1900. Heirlooms at that time were handmade and meant to be treasured by families for generations to come. Often heirlooms are stitched knowing they will probably be around much longer than the person who created them. Handmade family pieces not

only carry warm memories of the person who stitched them, but they are works of art that are sought after by museums and private collectors. While at one time heirlooms were made completely by hand, today’s technologically advanced computer sewing machines have made it possible for almost all of this type of sewing and embroidery to be done by machine. This generation’s individuals who sew have embraced this updated sewing technology which allows them to create heirloom quality masterpieces within the limited time of their busy lifestyles.

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ABOVE: Earline Hopkins of Grafton, left, and Martha Pullen, the host of the PBS TV series, Martha’s Sewing Room, enjoyed getting to know each other as Hopkins attended training to become a Martha Pullen Heirloom Sewing Licensed Teacher, a title which has been awarded to a few select sewing teachers across the United States, England, Canada, Mexico and Australia. The pair displays a sampling of heirloom projects that were made during the class. LEFT: Earline Hopkins’ great niece, Olivia, looks angelic in the Christening gown that Hopkins created for her.

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