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GREENE PRAIRIE PRESS FEBRUARY 26, 2014 – Vol. 145, No. 9 – Carrollton, Illinois 62016

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Roodhouse offers utility customers relief

By CArmeN eNSiNger Greene Prairie Press Utility customers in Roodhouse who are having a hard time paying their high utility bills will see some relief after the Roodhouse City Council passed a Utility Relief Resolution at the Feb. 19 council

meeting.

“As a result of historically cold temperatures during the early months of 2014 causing our citizen’s utility bills to be unusually high, the council has agreed to offer a one-time Utility Relief Program,” Roodhouse Mayor Tom Martin said. “The program will be in effect for the months

of January, February and March of this year.”

During these three months, any customer who fails to pay their utility bill on time or who comes forward to the billing office asking for help will be granted the relief.

Instead of paying the amount due on the customer’s current bill, they

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can pay the amount that was due on their 2013 bill for the same corresponding month. If the customer was not at the residence in 2013, the billing clerk will average the previous three months bill and this will be the amount due each month applying for relief.

“The customer will not be sub-

ject to utility disconnect nor late fee charges or penalties while under this relief program,” Martin said. “The customer will need to apply for this relief each month if needed – it is not automatic.”

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Carrollton Bank makes donation to Head Start program.

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Greenfield High’s Illinois State Scholars.

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A Carrollton High School classmate holds up the jersey of Lady Hawks senior guard Patsy Coonrod monday at illinois College . "Patsy strong" was the chant of the night for the Carrollton student body at the Jacksonville Class 1A Super-Sectional as Coonrod sustained a neck injury in an automobile accident early Sunday and was not with her team monday as it clinched a berth at the Class 1A girls basketball state tournament in Normal . The Lady Hawks face moweaqua Central A&m at 12:15 p .m . Friday at redbird Arena .

North Greene looks to possible cost-cutting measure for next year SPORTS

By CArmeN eNSiNger Greene Prairie Press North Greene School District continues to search for ways to reduce costs, and Superintendent Les Stevens presented several different options for the board to consider at the Feb. 19 school board meeting for the 2015 fiscal year.

One idea is to not employ a second full-time driver’s education teacher to replace a retiring teacher.

“Some of the driving can be covered by

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another teacher who has driver’s education certification with overtime pay,” Stevens said.

Another option would be to move a high school English teacher with middle school language arts endorsement to the junior high, backfilling some high school English classes with a high school English/social studies teacher. The move would call for additionally backfilling high school social studies with two other teachers at the high school with social studies endorsements, rather than hiring a new high school English teacher to replace the retiring teacher.

Other options include not employing the recently departed guidance counselor secretary full-time for the coming year; possible elimination of the full-time nurse’s assistant; possible elimination of a parent educator position in the Parent Initiative program and cuts to junior high and senior high stipend positions and junior high athletic transportation.

The district has submitted its District Technology Integration Plan for ISBE approval prior to the Feb. 28 deadline.

The board heard from David Pistorius on options to sell Working Cash Fund bonds

should the board decide to proceed with such action in the near future.

They also heard of a plan to consider the establishment of a Risk Management Plan which might allow for a small portion of some district employees salaries to be paid from the Tort Fund.

The district is planning on applying for an IEMA School Safety Grant in addition to an Eliminating the Digital Divide Grant.

The board accepted $1,045 and established an activity fund in memory of Gordon (See, noRth gReene, A2)

Carrollton Library reaches Carrollton Scholastic Bowl continues to shine out to help library in need

By CArmeN eNSiNger Greene Prairie Press Carrollton Public Library is asking its patrons and other members of the community to extend the hand of charity to a library in a small southern Illinois community, which is still recovering from a deadly tornado in November.

Carrollton Librarian Angie Custer said the plight of Brookport’s privately funded library was brought to her attention by library board member Mary Hires.

“She saw an article on the struggling library and how they were struggling to keep their doors open and asked us if we would like to help,” Custer said. “When we read about the library and what they have gone through, we couldn’t help but say ‘Yes.’” Brookport is a small community of around 1,000 residents located near the Ohio River. On Nov. 17, 2013 a deadly tornado struck the community, killing three people. The twister stayed on the ground for 11 miles and was one of about two dozen tornadoes that rolled across Illinois that day.

The library, which was opened in 1991, is supported with private funds from the community. The Brookport school system is operating at a 75 percent poverty level for its lunch program so to make the library accessible to everyone, they charge only $1 per year for a library card.

“This library is an all-volunteer organization with no paid staff at all,” Custer said. “But they still have around $600 a month in expenses for electricity, insurance, etc., and it is these expenses they are currently having a hard time meeting.”

While the tornado spared the library, there was around $5,000 worth of damages, most of which was covered by insurance. Many homes in the area were not spared, however, and even those which weren’t destroyed received some sort of damage.

“I think a lot of people who might have been helping support the library in one way or another, can’t do it right now because they have their own damages to clean up and things to pay for,” Custer said. “Money is tight for everyone right now and I know how much it takes to run a library and I just can’t imagine what they are going through.”

Custer said without help, the library’s funding will dry up by August.

“The donations we are collecting along, I’m sure, with other libraries, will hopefully help them through this rough patch,” she said. “We just felt like we would like to help them out since they are completely volunteer driven and we would hope if we ever needed help the favor would be returned to us.”

For anyone who would like to make a donation to the Brookport Library, a donation can is sitting on the desk inside the Carrollton Library.

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Carrollton Scholastic Bowl accomplished another first as the team won the masonic Sectional Tournament Championship on Saturday, Feb . 15 at Winchester . At 39-17, Carrollton is ranked No . 4 in its iHSA section and will host its first ever scholastic bowl regional on march 10 . Left to right: Coach Pat Dugas, Brittney Lehr, Will David, Dalton Sharrow, Ben Baumgartner, Connor goetten and Luke Tepen . Not pictured is Chase mcAdams .

By CArmeN eNSiNger Greene Prairie Press Members of the Carrollton Scholastic Bowl added another notch to their belts recently as the team won the Masonic Sectional Tournament championship in Winchester on Feb. 15.

Led by senior Connor Goetten and junior Ben Baumgartner, the Hawks went 7-0 on Saturday, finishing up by defeating Routt in the semifinals and Camp Point Central in the chamC

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Scholastic Bowl is a knowledgebased game of five players where teams try to answer questions before the opposing team. The questions are from a variety of topics including literature, history, fine arts, science, mathematics and other areas such as economics, sports, agriculture, etc. Teams earn points by answering questions in these areas correctly and win when they get to the end of the match with more points than the other team.

Scholastic Bowl sponsor Pat Dugas said he is always amazed at how intelligent and well-rounded many of the students in Scholastic Bowl are.

“The questions are usually from the high school curriculum so some of it is what they learned in their usual classes,” he said. “But some of the questions require deeper knowledge such as plot and characters in a novel like ‘The Grapes of Wrath,’ for example. We know the questions will (See, scholastic bowl, A2)

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Letter to the editor Thanks to all who help support library TO THE EDITOR: The Greenfield Library Board and staff would like to sincerely thank all those who donated chocolate treats for the library’s “Chocolate Sample Fair” fundraiser held on Saturday, Feb. 8. A good crowd attended. Thank you to all those that support our public library.

Also, on Feb. 8, a Father/ Daughter Dance was held at the Greenfield Elementary School.

We would like to thank Christine Lansaw for her leadership in bringing the idea of the dance and silent auction before the board. Thank you to those who donated baskets for

the silent auction. We appreciate the volunteers who helped decorate and those who helped the night of the dance. Thanks to Sarah Richey for taking the photographs. A big thanks to all the dads, uncles, grandpas, etc. that took their daughters, granddaughters or nieces out for their special night. A special thank you to the mothers and grandmothers for all the legwork in getting the couple ready. Because of the positive feedback, this event will be held again next year.

DEBBIE J. ROLLINS Greenfield, Ill.

Greene County Head Start receives contribution

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Carrollton Bank's Community Development Officer Suzanne Hough, left, presents Cathy Reif, site director of Greene County Head Start, with a $1,000 contribution to the program.

By CARMEN ENSINGER Greene Prairie Press Carrollton Bank recently made a $1,000 contribution to the Greene County Head Start program. The funds will be used to provide student/parent enrichment activities.

The Head Start program, part of Illinois Valley Development Corporation, has been operating in Greene County since 1978 and currently serves 40 children between the ages of 3 and 5.

Cathy Reif, the program’s site director, oversees two classrooms with a staff of seven adults. Home visits are also made on a weekly basis by Head Start Home visitor Janet Campbell to children who do not live in the service area for the center’s bus transportation.

“Cathy Reif and her staff have an effective, engaging program which helps get preschool

students ready for kindergarten,” Suzanne Hough, the bank’s community development officer, said. “Our funds will promote activities outside the classroom that parents and children can do together to extend the learning experience beyond the school day. We’re looking forward to a meaningful partnership.”

Parent involvement is a key part of the program.

“We follow a curriculum which provides a solid foundation for success when our students enter kindergarten,” Reif said. “Parents are encouraged to come in and help in the classroom as well as go on field trips.”

Anyone wishing to enroll their children in the Head Start program may contact Penny Brannan at the Illinois Valley Economic Development Corporation office in Carrollton at 217-942-6824.

Greene County Health Department Monday, March 3: Lead Screening, Appt. Only 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; Flu Shots 2:00 to 3:30 p.m.; Pregnancy Testing 2:00 to 3:30 p.m.; Blood Pressure Screening 2:00 to 3:30 p.m.

Tuesday, March 4: WIC and Prenatal Clinic, Appt. Only 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Wednesday, March 5: WIC and Prenatal Clinic, Appt. Only 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Thursday, March 6: White Hall - WIC and Prenatal Clinic, Appt. Only 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Friday, March 7: Immunization Clinic 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 to 3:30 p.m. (Please note: Parent or legal guardian must e present at time of immunization).; Flu Shots 2:00 to 3:30 p.m.; Blood Pressure Screening 2:00 to 3:30 p.m.; Pregnancy Testing 2:00 to 3:30 p.m.

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.

White Hall Meals on Wheels

Monday, West: JoAnn Amos.

Tuesday, West: Nancy Keller.

March 3: East and Seymour and Bonnie

March 4: East and Mansfield and Linda

Wednesday, March 5: East and West: Helen Dawdy.

Thursday, March 6: East and West: Noel and Shirley Smith.

Friday, March 7: East and West: Joe and Jenny Dawdy.

Illinois Valley Senior Citizens menu Reservations must be made by 1:00 p.m. on the day prior to the day you wish to eat. If you have made reservations and cannot attend, please notify center (217) 942-6414.

Monday, March 3: Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, carrots, apple rings, vanilla pudding.

Tuesday, March 4: All beef hot dog on bun, sweet potatoes fries, calico beans, mandarin oranges, chocolate tart.

Wednesday, March 5: Ash Wednesday/ Lawyer - Cheese ravi-

oli with sauce, garlic bread, green beans, fruit cocktail, brownie.

Thursday, March 6: Vegetable beef soup, wheat roll, slaw, pear salad, lemon bar.

Friday, March 7: Arthritis Class - Cod filet, macaroni and tomatoes, baked beans, applesauce, dessert bar.

In-house bingo every Tuesday.

In case of bad weather, tune your radio to WJBM 1480 AM or WJIL 1550 AM.

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Roodhouse extends AGWC water contract

By CARMEN ENSINGER Greene Prairie Press Roodhouse Council approved updating its agreement with AlseyGlasgow Water Commission to continue to provide water to those communities with a few small changes to the wording of the contract and a big change in the length of the contract.

The previous contract, which was due for renewal was for 25 years.

This extends the agreement only five years.

“They didn’t want to extend the contract out another 25 years again because so much has changed since the last contract was drawn up,” Mayor Tom Martin said. “They now have access to two other water suppliers besides us.”

One addition which was added to the original contract which was requested by the Alsey-Glasgow Water Commission was the ability to use another services should Roodhouse not be able to provide water for whatever reason.

“Over the holidays when we had a main break going from our old plant to Alsey-Glasgow, it was 11 below zero and there was no way we could get it fixed so they had to go over on another service until we could get them back on,” Martin said. “They want it added into the contract that if anything like this occurs again on either side they will

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(Continued from A1) be divided into six even payments and applied as an additional charge on the customer’s utility bill starting on the April 2014 billing cycle and continuing through the September 2014 utility bill.

Starting on the April billing cycle, if a customer has applied for this relief program and fails to make current payment in addition to the catch-up payment amount, the customer will be subject to normal utility shut off and collection procedures.

Martin said while there have not been a lot of people come up and ask for assistance up to this point, he expects more to come forward this month.

“Up to now, there has been less than five people come up here and

be a full-time water customer to us but if we have a problem they can go off long enough and go on with someone else until we get the problem fixed and then they will come back to us when it is repaired.”

The council gave the OK to have Utility Superintendent Terry Ross get prices on a gas vent system to be able to work in the sewers in addition to the price of a space gas detector, crash pumps and a new blower for smoke testing which would enable workers to enter manholes and confined spaces when needed.

The council also agreed to enter into a consulting agreement with Alice Hancock for around 20 hours per week to help the treasurer get the books in order and do cash conciliations, quarterly payroll reports and accounting solutions. The agreement allows the council to cancel the agreement at any time with two weeks notice.

Approval was given for an intergovernmental agreement which will allow the city to collect debts through state income tax refunds or lottery winnings. The program is called the Controllers Local Debt Recovery Program.

“We have to pass this agreement tonight to be able to finish getting set up to where we can use this program,” Martin said. “A lot of cities are using this now and it costs us absolutely nothing to participate in the program.”

request for assistance with their utility bill,” he said. “But I think next month we will really see this come into play with all of the extremely cold weather we have been having.”

Martin said the Illinois Municipal Electric Association, of which Roodhouse is a member, suggested municipalities that operate their own utility companies offer this relief program to its customers.

“In the newsletter they send out, they suggested this very thing,” Martin said. “That municipalities might want to bend a little bit with these high bills. I think it is going to be a help to a lot of people.”

Anyone who would like to apply for this relief program should bring their utility bills to city hall and request to sign up for the program.

North Greene (Continued from A1) McClenning with intended use to be determined at a later date along with $1,000 for Stanley H. Frech Scholarship for 2014. They also accepted a gift of fitness training equipment from a North Greene graduate.

In other action, the board approved: n Band and chorus to sell merchandise from March 3 through March 17. n Request to host the 32nd Annual Refreshment Services Pepsi

Senior All-Star Classic and 5th Annual Alumni basketball game at the high school on March 22. n Expenditure of $400 to conduct a board self-evaluation using the services of the Illinois Association of School Boards. n Renewing agreement for Food Purchasing Cooperative and pay annual dues of $100. n Purchase of 50 window stickers to remind those with conceal and carry permits that guns are not allowed in North Greene schools at a cost of $100.

Scholastic Bowl (Continued from A1) come from a mixture of the categories. but there are literally an infinite number of possible questions.”

In most matches, all questions are worth 10 points. Matches consist of tossup (individually answered) questions and bonus (teamwork) questions.

“In some of the more advanced tournaments we go to, players who answer questions early in the reading of them get extra points called ‘powers’ for answering with very few clues,” Dugas said. “A team wins by scoring the most points in a 20-tossup question match. You get teamwork questions asked only if a tossup is answered correctly.”

Carrollton’s team sports 18 members, which is roughly nine percent of the student population, each with their own unique combination of knowledge on the different subjects.

“One of Carrollton’s strengths is we don’t have an ‘uber-player’ who does everything incredibly well and a bunch of people who just sit there while that player answers all the questions,” Dugas said. “Our players do tend to specialize in certain areas and as coach, I try to field our

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best mixture of players to answer the questions in the categories we’re expecting to come. But in the end, Scholastic Bowl is about learning, although winning is nice. So, at the end of the match, we want to learn from what we didn’t answer.”

Dugas has been Scholastic Bowl coach for the past five years and said his teams have worked harder and harder each year.

“Considering we live in a small rural community and are routinely up against schools from major urban areas with clusters of colleges and universities nearby, we have accomplished some pretty significant things,” Dugas said. “Over the past three years the team has won two outright WIVC titles and are on the track to do it again this year, including an undefeated WIVC season last year.”

In addition, the team got second place in the Marquette Regional two years ago and won the Auburn IHSA regional for the first time last year. At 39-17, Carrollton is ranked No. 4 in its IHSA Section and will host its first ever Scholastic Bowl regional on March 10 after traveling to the Masonic State Tournament in Springfield on March 3.

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Eating Disorders Awareness Week Feb. 23 – March 1 n Angela Jones Scholarship application now available Are you hungry, but afraid to eat?

Do you take a small amount of food, cut it into smaller pieces, spread it around your plate so it looks like a lot?

Do you fill up on water and other no-cal liquids instead of eating solid foods?

Are you wearing double layers of bulky clothes so others don’t notice how thin you are getting?

These are some of the signs of the eating disorder known as Anorexia Nervosa.

Feb. 23 to March 1 has been designated as National eating Disorders Awareness Week. The 2014 theme for Eating Disorders Awareness Week is “Be a Voice, Not an Echo!” ANAD (National Association of Anorexia Nervosa & Associated Disorders) is challenging everyone to voice your own strengths, talents, and standard of beauty; stop echoing back the mass media’s unrealistic standards.

Focus on health and wellness rather than the size of your jeans or the number on the scale. Help others who are suffering so that they can find their own voice, and live their life with positive body image and self-confidence. If you are not struggling with an eating disorder, you may still suffer from body image anxiety or concerns over eating that prevent you from being yourself.

Anorexics develop an exaggerated interest in food, but at the same time, deny hunger and stop eating.

A distorted body image makes them feel fat, even as weight loss contin-

ues. The anorexic begins to have problems sleeping, shows unusual devotion to schoolwork, and often engages in an unrelenting exercise regimen. Reduced food intake usually causes weight loss extreme enough to stop menstrual periods in women. Not all anorexics exhibit all symptoms. There are estimated 20 million people in this country who suffer from eating disorders.

For many years, it was known as a disease that mainly affected young women. However, doctors now find that teenage boys are becoming victims as well. Early detection is vital for successful recovery. Competent treatment for any eating disorder id often hard to find, and many times denied or limited by insurance companies.

For information and support, call ANAD in Naperville, IL at 630-577-1330, or visit their website at www.anad.org. The information and Referral Helpline at the National Eating Disorders Assn. is 800-931-2237.

The Angela Johnes Memorial Scholarship Fund was established in 1997. The committee strives to bring awareness of eating disorders to the community, as well as provide financial aid to graduates of Brussels High School, in memory of a victim. Applications for the 2014 The Angela Johnes Memorial Scholarship are now available at the office of Principal Mike Siemer.

BHS seniors are invited to complete an application, and return to Mr. Siemer no later than noon on March 14. The winner will be announced at graduation.

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Wednesday February 26, 2014

Greenfield First Baptist Church news The service on January 26, 2014 started with announcements, a time of worship, and the invocation. Pastor John led the congregation during a time of prayer.

Please pray for the Pembrook Family; continue to pray for the long term prayer list: AWANA, Marty Albrecht, Louis Baldes, Bonnie Ballard, Janet Barren, Dan Bauer, Tom Benz, Kobe Brannan, Shannon Burch, Marvin Cline, Jean Coats, Becky Cochran, Roland Custer, Debbie Dirksmeyer, Brenda Early, JoAnn Ford, Anne George, Matt Harpole, Bob Harr, Rex Harr, Margaret Henson, Ralph Henson, Gary Jacobs, Mary Jennings, Jeff Johnson, John Kittselman, Patty Knittel, Rae Lomelino, Lindell Mesey, Caroline Moran, Roger Moss, Tim Moulton, Teresa Newell, Logan Nobis & his mother, Aspyn Pate, W.D. Pembrook, Bob Plogger, Hadley Ruyle, Joy Settles, Luke & Sokha Smith, David Stendebach, Shirley Suttles, Betty Thein, Bobbi Jo Waters, Kloe Wilkinson; and our shut-ins: Maxine Booth, Mary Borcky, Pearl Burnett, Mable Cole, Dorothy Converse, Eileen Scott, and Jolleen Scott.

Pastor John brought the message entitled “Blameless and Pure”, from Philippians 2:2-18. When you were young, did you get by with more when your father was not around?

Maybe you thought he wouldn’t find out when sneaking out of the house. What do you do when no one is looking? Philippians says to work out salvation with fear and trembling. How does this happen?

Do we have a works-based salvation? How are we saved then? Is it by something we do or God’s work, having Jesus dye on the cross? Romans 11:6, “And if by grace, then it cannot be based on works.” Justification, when used

by Paul represents primarily the status of innocence that God gives believers. It is a condition of peace that God initiates in the believer.

Romans 5:1-2, “since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through Christ, through whom we have gained access into this grace in which we now stand.” This justification comes entirely through God’s grace and not by human effort. Salvation, on the other hand, when used here refers to the Day of the Lord. That is, the last day, when Jesus returns and those who are justified are assured of their salvation on that day. Romans 5:9, “Since we have now been justified by his blood, how much more shall we be saved from God’s wrath through him!” So, when Paul says here to “work out our salvation” he is referring to what we now do until our justification is realized when we see Jesus face to face.

Our “justification” in Christ will eventually give way to our “salvation” when our hope and faith are realized. So until that time, we are called to live a life as if we are in the presence of the Lord right now.

Philippians 1:27, “Whatever happens, conduct yourself in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ.” So, according to Paul, we should be doing what is right and what honors God through Jesus. So we can learn how to honor God now and not wait until Heaven. Philippians 1:10, “so that you may be able to discern what is best and may be pure and blameless for the day of Christ.” Justification is the love that God shows us and working out our salvation is the love we show Him in return. This process is not easy.

But it has some great benefits if we devote ourselves it. Blameless and Pure, 1 Peter 2:12, “Live such good lives among the pagans that, though they accuse you of doing wrong, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day he visits us.”

Not only are we called to serve, we are called to serve without grumbling. Matthew 5:16, tells us that

we are different, holy, set apart for God’s glory through the sacrifice of Jesus. We are called to become like our Savior, Jesus Christ, who was not only blameless and pure, he was perfect. We are to emulate Him and become blameless and pure, righteous in our thoughts and actions as well. Matthew 5:48, “Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.” Do we see ourselves as perfect? We are good at reminding each other that we view each other as very far away from these traits.

Blameless and pure is how our Heavenly Father now sees us.

2 Peter 1:3-9, “His divine power has given us everything we need for a godly life.” Maybe we need to be reminded today that we are cleansed from our sins and escaped the corruption of the world and its evil desires. We are called to be productive in our new faith and our new life. 2 Peter 1:10-11, “make every effort to confirm your calling and election and you will receive a rich welcome into the eternal kingdom.” Let us not turn it into a works-based salvation. But realize that if you know Jesus, you have been saved, born again in a new life and called to be holy. We have a rich welcome waiting on us and we want to live up to that now.

We are now Christ’s special possession, loved and called to live in the light! So live like it and show love back to God! Revival Services - March 9-11 Greenfield First Baptist Church would like to welcome Tim Sadler to preach revival service on March 9-11, 2014. Revival Services start at our 9 a.m. Sunday morning service on March 9 and continue nightly March 9-11, each night at 7 p.m. We invite all to come and be inspired by Tim Sadler to dedicate themselves more fully to the Lord.

Tim Sadler has preached many revivals in this area and is well known for his passions of evangelism and missions. By God’s grace, Tim is married to Michele and they have four children, Elijah, Alison, Maya and Ella Grace.

A graduate of Union University in Jackson, Tenn. with a degree in Religion and Philosophy, Tim studied at both Southwestern and Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminaries. Tim has served as the Lead Pastor of churches in Illinois, Mississippi, and Missouri. The last church Tim served grew from 365 in average worship to over 700 in less than 3 years. While a pastor in Illinois, Tim served as the President of the Illinois Baptist State Pastors’ Conference. He has also spoken to the IBSA Pastors’ Conference (2005), the Missouri Baptist Convention State Evangelism Conference (2010), the Central Illinois Bible and Evangelism Conference (2011), the Southern Illinois Bible and Evangelism (2012), and the MinnesotaWisconsin State Evangelism Conference (2013).

In April of 2010 he became the Director of Evangelism and Discipleship Ministries for the Illinois Baptist State Association. In this role he gives leadership to and provides training for about 1000 churches through God’s Plan for Sharing (a ten year strategy designed to help Southern Baptists in Illinois fulfill the Great Commission by 2020), the “Choose2” relational evangelism strategy, RLM and REACH (evangelistic missional small group strategies for the local church), personal soul winning, total church evangelism and discipleship strategies. In late 2011, Tim also assumed leadership of Student, Collegiate & Men’s Ministries.

In his free time, you can find him hunting deer, turkey, ducks and geese or driving hours to watch tractor pulls. He believes that to be right with the Lord, one must love the St. Louis Cardinals.

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Walkerville Baptist Church news It was a cold day, but partly sunny.

A good crowd, but small. Good message from Matthew 24: 28. We are all missionaries and do His command.

Go ye unto all the world. We must go into our world where we are and bring them in. We had some sick and some too tired. Ed Crabtree’s leg isn’t very good and he can’t be on it too much. Our prayers are with him, Brenda Sexton, Kevin Lavander, Carla McKinnon, Debbie Gillis, Vera Sprong, Betty Newman, Melanie Newman, Ray and Patty Baldes and the Garner family, Brenda Early, Grace Ross, all those who were not with us on Sunday. The question was not answered, but we had some good interest. Ask Mick what happened to the mean old king and he can tell you. The question this week is who is it in Daniel 5 and 6 that disobeyed the king and what happened and what did God do and many more questions.

We hope you remember well. Also the Cemetery Benefit preparations are coming along really good. Lots of tickets out. Get yours early, there

were only 700 printed and many want some of those good grilled steaks and hamburgers. Only $5, can’t beat that and the Silent Auction has some really nice new items. I can smell that chili of Rhonda’s now on a cold day and that chicken noodle soup of Tina’s makes your mouth water. We still need some pies. If you want to help call 589-5003. For tickets see any of the church or cemetery committee members. People here are working to start to clean up for spring. Walkerville got hit pretty hard by the wind last week.

There is trash in every fencerow and shingles off of the church and siding on the south side. Some men are working Monday to repair a little that can be done on the inside, as it so cold and this week is going back to 0.

Commitment to God means believing he is who He says He is, and working as you strive to be Godly. 1 John 4: 15.

Walkerville wants you to know that Jesus is the password to a better life.

Mark 16: 16. Walkerville loves you and Jesus loves as no one else can. See you in church Sunday.

Feb. 23. Bro. Brad welcomed everyone and made the announcements. Bible Study Tuesday at 6 p.m.; Wednesday Prayer meeting; Sunday, March 2, Lord’s Supper at 6 p.m.; March 1 at 10 a.m. Mobile Food Pantry at Gallery Auction House (old Greene Drive In); potluck after morning services. Sunday school report by Sis Mary. Started a choir today. Bro. Brad accompanied by Sis. Donna led congregation in singing of hymns. Special

by Sis. Jeanette “His Eye Is On The Sparrow”. Penny March as children went downstairs for church with Sis. Cindy as leader.

Bro. Baxter prayed and then brought message from Ezekiel 34: 1-7. He was called to be a prophet. The word of the Lord came to me saying, Son of man, prophesy against the shepherds of Israel. Woe to the shepherds of Israel that feed themselves and not the flock. The people of Israel were scattered because the shepherd did not feed them. Leaders of the church are to feed the flock and take care of them.

The Lord said he would search out his sheep and deliver them out of all the

places they were scattered to. I will bring them back to their own land. I will feed my flock and I will cause them to lie down. God is bringing his chosen people home now.

Sunday evening: Prayer and singing. Message Ezekiel 34: 16-28. The Lord speaks to us in many different ways. We make choices every day, whether good or bad. We as God’s children are his flock. Israel is God’s chosen people and he is bringing them back to their homeland and he will be their God. Our nation needs to repent and turn back to God. The Lord’s Supper will be Sunday evening March 2.

Please pray for one another, the lost, the sick, those in nursing homes and hospitals, traveling mercies, our troops and their families, our country and our leaders, our missionaries and all the disasters.

Times of services: Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday morning worship, 10:30 a.m.; Sunday evening service, 6 p.m.; Tuesday evening Bible Study, 6 p.m.; and Wednesday evening Prayer and Bible study, 6 p.m.

Charity Southern Baptist invites you to worship with us. Sunday school is at 9:30 a.m., church at 10:30. Choir practice at 6, church service at 7 p.m.

Wednesday night Bible Study starts at 7 p.m. Our purpose in our church is to honor God, reach the unsaved, and with our utmost ability and faithfulness promote growth in the Lord.

We had special music performed

by Kim Gresham and Julie George led praise and worship with “Mighty is our God” and ended with “Sanctuary”. We will be starting an Experiencing God class during Sunday school on March 2nd. Please see Kelly Moore if you have any questions. W.O.M. is hosting a soup and sandwich supper on March 2nd at 5:30 p.m. All you need to bring is yourself. Bonnie Brown will be our guest speaker. Farm Hands Bluegrass Quartet will be at Charity on March 16th at 7 p.m. Spread the word!

“Lord you have been our dwelling place for all generations...” Psalms 90:1. That verse is what Brother Bill referenced in his message on this morning that he titled ‘My Story’. For many years men and women have wrote what God has done for them. Which poses the question “What has God done for you” and have you ever considered sitting down and writing your own story. Our Lord works in many ways and will always be there to take care of you, and moves in the heart of millions everyday. Take these blessings and memories and write them down to pass down through generations of your family so that every new child that God blesses your family with, will be able to hear about what God has done for you.

God moves among the ages for the up building of his kingdom. Praise God and live in his all his glory.

Please pray for these: Bob Pembrook’s family, Etta Campbell Frank, Threasa Walline (Gladys sister), Tyler Wiser (Gladys grandson), Jeremy Meyer, Missy Schafer, Virginia & Deneen Weber, Vic Lohrs’ family, Frank Shafer’s family, Betty Blackburn, Rob Smay, Wilma Thornton, Norma Jean Combs, Merle Howard, Sharon Patino, Alex Mansfield, Amanda Turley, Kourtnee Stephens, our unspoken requests, our country, our military families, nursing home resident, shutins and our church and pastor commitee as we search for a new pastor.

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“Each one should test their own actions. Then they can take pride in themselves alone, without comparing themselves to someone else, for each one should carry their own load.”

Galatians 6:4-5

Your Problems Are Portable

People often assume that they can run away from their problems. It can be tempting to think that if you could only trade in your pushy boss and annoying coworkers for a better job elsewhere, all would be well. But, there are pushy bosses and annoying coworkers in most organizations.

Perhaps we need to learn how to be more assertive with our boss and coworkers. Many people flee from relationships, assuming the problem is the other person when in fact the problem is at least partly their own doing. I recently heard someone say that everything in their life would be better once they left town. I immediately heard the voice of a

wise counselor who told me years ago that my problems were portable.

I have quit more than a few decent jobs because I was convinced that the problem was inherent in the situation rather than in me. I’ve also given up on good relationships because I didn’t have the patience, courage or flexibility to work on my own issues.

Many of life’s serious problems boil down to personal issues that we must work through ourselves, and even when the problem really is something or somebody else, how we deal with it matters more than almost anything else in determining the outcome.

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Barrow Baptist Church news News from Barrow Baptist Church and church family. Our pastor is Bro. Gerald Day and our service times are 9:30 a.m. Sunday school, and 10:30 a.m. morning worship with nursery service available. Everyone is welcome to either or both services.

On Sunday, February 23, we had 28 attending Sunday school and 37 attending morning worship.

Remember our men and women in uniform and the leaders of our nation in your prayers. Others to remember include Keith Forrester, Lucille Seely, Maureen Martin, Audrey Prather, Connie Sturgeon, John Layne, Merle Howard, Teri Parker, Reba Hester, Larry Minor, Elizabeth Clemons, Ron & Carol Foiles, Sterline Lotz, Blaze Farris, Judy McCurley, Bethene Hatcher, Ed Crabtree, the families of Jesse Tolbert, Karen Layne, and Bob Pembrook.

March 3 Keith Forrester will be turning 99. He’s not able to be out and about, but would enjoy receiving birthday cards. His address is R. R. 1, Box 29, Roodhouse, IL. 62082.

Congratulations to Grandparents

Mancel and Julie Day and Great Grandparents Gerald and Junia Day. Kelly & Adams Sims became the proud parents of Carter Michael Sims, Sunday, Feb. 23. Carter will be welcomed home by big sister Kendall Marie.

There are no birthdays to report this week. Happy Anniversary to Marty & Melisa Smith on March 4.

A group of area church members, called the Campfire Band, will be playing Sat. evening, March 1 at the Barrow Baptist Church Fellowship Hall at 6:00 p.m. Everyone is invited to come hear some good music and enjoy refreshments. A love offering will be taken for upkeep of the fellowship hall.

Don’t forget our upcoming revival, March 16 - 21, 7:30 p.m. nightly with Bro. Frank Whitney as the speaker and Bro. Rob Brogdon as song leader.

Everyone is welcome to attend.

During morning worship, Rich Caskey sang “I Shall Not Be Moved.”

That’s all for this week. Have a good week and be a friend to someone in need.

Eldred Baptist Church news Don Carpenter – Interim Pastor As reported by Mary Eustace Our message today was part of a series of messages from the book of John. “The Bread of Life” John 6: 1 -71 . Our service today, February 23, 2014 focused on three parts and messages from the sixth chapter of John. Pastor Don walked us through part one – The Miracle part Two – The Message and part three – The Multitudes. The Bread of Life gives us eternal life. This is not something to be achieved but to be received by faith in Jesus Christ.

Part One – The Miracle. Jesus popularity was through the roof. He couldn’t go anywhere without being followed. A large crowd gathered to hear Jesus teach. You know the story of this miracle where 5 loaves and 2 fish fed the hungry crowd. Let’s not lose the significance of the magnitude of this miracle. The miracle always had a message.

Part Two – The Message. Jesus teaches in vs. 35 -”I am the Bread of life”... vs. 41 - “I am the Bread that came down...” vs. 48 “I am the Bread of Life. Those that ate Manna dies...” vs. 51 – 56 Jesus message is very plain.

“If you eat my flesh and drink my blood you’ll never die..”

Part Three – So what about the multitudes? We have seen the miracle and heard the message...but how did the multitudes react?

John 6: 60 – 65. The thought of eating the flesh of the Son of Man and drinking His blood was doubtless shocking to most of His hearers. John 6:66 - “After this time many of His disciples turned back and no longer followed Him” What a sad statement!

If you want to hear these awesome messages in a powerful manner, please

join us on Sunday to listen & be a part of the sermons that are delivered with such passion & love of the LORD. Worship is a spiritual action, not a physical location or song or time in service. If you don’t know anything about Jesus, how can you say you love him?

Our church serves a Children’s Ministry supper and a lesson on Jesus each Wednesday evening at 6 pm for all local children. Our church has a dedicated Bible Study Group that meets every Thursday morning at 10 am. Our Sunday services include Sunday School at 9 am for adults and children’s classes and regular services at 10 am. Our services are always open, please come and join us.

Sunday, March 2 at noon, our annual Auction & Spaghetti Dinner will be held in the Fellowship Hall next door to our church. All proceeds will go to Lake Springfield Baptist Camp to help with maintenance and repairs of the facility, and also to purchase items on their “Wish List” . This is always a fun time. Please try to join us as the cause is a good one for our children attending a summer camp.

Our church is also making a new “Church Directory” and we are looking forward to updating all information.

Pictures for this directory will be taken the week of March 25 – 29, 2014. We will start the scheduling process at the Spaghetti Dinner.

If you need spiritual service or counsel, please don’t hesitate to contact our church. You may reach Pastor Don at (618 ) 751-0007. You may also reach Pastor Don at doncarp@hotmail.com.

Our church is so very blessed to have Don Carpenter and his family to be a very special part of Eldred Baptist Church.

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He was born in Kampsville on Oct. 21, 1943, and was the son of the late Arthur and Theresa (Corbett) Benz.

He was a 1961 graduate of Hardin High School, and obtained a Bachelors in Agriculture Economics from Southern Illinois UniversityCarbondale. He had been employed for 42 years with the United States Department of Agriculture Farm Services Agency in Carrollton, serving as a farm loan manager.

Tom was a very active and loyal man, serving as the former president of the Illinois Employee Association, was a former school board member of the Carrollton Community Unit School District #1, active in the the Lions Club, serving in several capacities including president, secretary and treasurer. He was a former board member and treasurer of Boyd Memorial Hospital, and an active member of the St. John’s Catholic Church in Carrollton. He was also involved in the Knights of Columbus, Quincy Cursillo, and was active in the Residents Encounter Christ Prison Ministry. In his “spare” time, Tom enjoyed farming, hunting and fishing, but truly cherished the time spent with his family, especially his grandchildren.

He married the former JoAn Stelbrink on July 3, 1965 at St. Anselm’s Catholic Church in Kampsville and she survives.

Also surviving are three daughters and sons-in-law, Sherri and Chuck MacLean of Bella Vista, Ark., Cindy Keneipp of Columbia, Mo., and Laura and Terry Woodring of Jerseyville; six grandchildren, Maria MacLean, Mandi MacLean, Alex Keneipp, Rachel Keneipp, Leann Woodring and Taylor Woodring; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Jim and Mary Benz of Quincy and Dan and Sharon Benz of Woodbine, Md.; a stepsister, Patsy Smith of Hannibal, Mo; his brothers-in-law and sistersin-law, Dick and Donna Stelbrink of Kampsville, Jim and Frances Stelbrink of Pearl, and Mike and Cathy Stelbrink of Kampsville.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant daughter; a brother, Paul Anthony; a sister, Mary Ellen; a stepmother, Loretta Benz; and his father-inlaw and mother-in-law, Joseph and Virginia (Kadell) Stelbrink.

Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 27, at St. John’s Catholic Church in Carrollton.

A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10 a.m. Friday at St. John’s Catholic Church in Carrollton with Fr. Henry Schmidt and Fr. John Patrick Day concelebrating.

Burial will be in the St. Anselm’s Catholic Cemetery in Kampsville.

In lieu of flowers and plants, memorials may be given to the St. John’s Catholic School, St. John’s Catholic Church, masses or to a charity of one’s choice.

Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville is in charge of arrangements.

Roberta Knotts Roberta Irene Meneley Vetter Knotts, 88 of Greenfield, died and passed from this life on Feb. 23, 2014 at the White Hall Nursing and Rehab Center. She was born in Greene County, Nov. 28, 1925, to Henry and Ethyl (Richards) Meneley.

Surviving are four daughters, Barbara (Lyndell) Taylor of Roodhouse, Carol (Terry) Hurt of Tompkinsville, Ky., Linda (Steve) Williams of Greenfield and Brenda (Lenny) OBrien of Greenfield; five sons, Mark (Phyllis) Vetter of Carrollton, Warren Vetter of Greenfield, Richard (Deb) Vetter of Greenfield, Bobby (Jeanne) Knotts of Greenfield,and Robin (Samantha) Knotts of Jacksonville; 33 grandchildren, 39 great-grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren; and a brother Harold (Marlene) Meneley of Greenfield. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Robert H. Knotts; a son, Richard Warren; twin granddaughters; and a sister, Betty Rae Frankie.

Roberta was born and raised in Greenfield, graduating from GHS and spent a good deal of her life working with the elderly at various nursing facilities; in addition to being a full time homemaker raising her nine children.

There was no visitation. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m.

Wednesday at the Shields-Bishop Funeral Home in Greenfield. Burial was be private. Memorials are suggested to the American Diabetes Association.

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Gordon McClenning Gordon Neal McClenning, 78, of Roodhouse died at 2:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 25, 2014 at the St. John’s Hospice in Springfield. He was born April 26, 1935 in Hillview, the son of Guy and Eileen “Peg” Frazier McClenning. He married Margaret E. Simmons, his high school sweetheart, on Aug. 29, 1956 in Roodhouse.

Surviving is his wife, Margaret of Roodhouse; children, Darla (Jeff) Clanton of Hillview, Brad McClenning (companion Megan Roberts) and Eric McClenning (companion Suzanne Hutton), both of Roodhouse; grandchildren, McKenzie and Kelsey Clanton of Springfield, Sydney, Madison, Payton, and Leighton McClenning all of Roodhouse; sisters-in-law, Jean McClenning of Beardstown and Patsy McClenning of Kingdom City, Calif. Brothers, Oren Guy and Myron McClenning; and nephews, Mark and Brian McClenning, preceded him in death.

Gordon graduated from Roodhouse High School in 1953. He enlisted in the Army following high school.

Upon returning home form the Army, Gordon worked for CIPS in Quincy.

In 1960 he returned to Greene County where he began farming east of Roodhouse. He enjoyed farming and farmed until his retirement.

He was a member of the Christian Church of Roodhouse, VFW, the Farm Bureau, and was a member of the Springfield Consistory and a 32nd degree Mason. He was an avid North Greene Spartan fan and enjoyed watching his children and grandchildren play sports. Gordon was also a St. Louis Cardinal fan. He was fun loving and lit up a room whenever he walked in. He never met a stranger and was quick with a story to tell. He was always willing to help people; giving them the shirt off his back or his last dime. His family will miss him greatly.

Funeral services were held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2014 at the Daws Family Funeral Home in Roodhouse with internment in the Fernwood Cemetery. Rev. Rex Beard officiated. Darla Clanton delivered the eulogy. The songs “The Old Rugged Cross”, “I’ll Fly Away’, and “Amazing Grace” were played. Casket bearers were Joe Lawson, G.D. Jones, Rob Gilmore, Bob Gilmore, Jeff Clanton, and Dan McClenning. Honorary bearers were Lonnie Williams, Talley Myers, Duane Bell, Russell Ash, Bob Staples, George Dean Morrow, Dale Brant, and John Fisher. The White Hall VFA conducted military services at the cemetery. Memorials were suggested to the North Greene Middle School and High School Athletic program or the Alzheimer’s Association.

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V. Marcella ‘Marcia’ Kesinger V. Marcella “ Marcia” Kesinger, age 90, of Monmouth, Ill. died at Monmouth Nursing Home in Monmouth at 3:30 am on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2014. Marcella was born on Nov. 26, 1923 in Salem, Mo., the daughter of Virgil F. and Vivian Maberry Shores. Marcia was raised and educated in the Ozark area of Missouri and Arkansas and graduated from Springfield Missouri High School. She was married to Donald E. Kesinger on Nov. 22, 1945 in Green County Illinois. He preceded her on March 7, 1994.

Marcia and Don were long time members of First Baptist Church in Monmouth. She served as an election judge for the County of Warren and was active in the CMC Hospital Auxiliary for 47 years.

She was very devoted to the Baptist Children’s Home in Quincy and raised several children in her home other than her natural born. While raising her family in Monmouth, she was employed with Brown Lynch Scott and Bowman Colwell’s Department Stores and Killey Cleaners. She also enjoyed sewing and made a lot of Barbie Doll clothing and Halloween costumes.

She volunteered many hours working to support her children’s school functions and was active with the Boy and Girl Scouts. Marcia was a very good and devoted mother and grandmother to her family and a friend to all. She will be greatly missed.

She is survived by her four daughters, Donna Warren (Mike Neitzel) of Minnetonka, Minn., Susan Mills (Bruce) of Little York, Ill., Margaret Banks Salazar of Dahinda, Ill., and Janet Cohn of Monmouth; three sons, David Kesinger (Margaret) of Warrensburg, Mo., John Kesinger (Diane) of Aledo, Ill. and Harvey Kesinger (Rosie) of Monmouth; 22 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren; and three nephews, David and Phil Shores and Ross Prough.

She is preceded in death by her parents; husband Don; and one brother, Ernest Shores.

A funeral service was held at 4 p.m. on Sunday afternoon at Turnbull Funeral Home in Monmouth. Her family held visitation from 2 to 4 p.m. prior to the funeral service Sunday. A graveside was held on Monday at 1 p.m. at the Hickory Grove Cemetery in Wrights. A memorial fund is being established for Monmouth Nursing Home in Monmouth, Illinois. For more information please visit www. turnbullfuneralhomes.com

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Jaxon Cole Ballard 02/26/2011 - 04/10/13 Three years ago when God was looking for a little boy to touch so many lives, he chose a blue-eyed, red haired angel with a smile that make us smile, giggles that made us laugh, and hugs that warmed our hearts - his name was “Jaxon”. He brought our families and communities together and we will forever appreciate everyone’s compassion, love and support during Jaxon’s fight to defeat leukemia.

He was as Incredible as the movie he loved as he endured the painful treatments and procedures during his illness. Our hearts were broken when he left us but we know he no longer needs to suffer and someday we’ll again see his smile, hear his funny giggles and feel his loving hugs. Forever in our hearts.

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Frances Fern Clayton

Robert R. Pembrook, 76, of rural Greenfield, died Thursday, Feb. 20, at the Memorial Medical Center in Springfield. He was born Aug. 31, 1937 in rural Greenfield, to Archie and Helen (Hutton) Pembrook. He married Lois I. Camp on Sept. 27, 1959 in Wrights and she preceded him in death July 14, 2013.

Surviving is one daughter, Jeanette Cox of Jacksonville; two grandchildren, Lauren (J.R.) Manker and Austin Cox, both of Jacksonville; a brother: B.L. (Lois) Pembrook of Greenfield and a sister Susie (Jim) Stuart of rural Roodhouse.

Bob was a lifelong farmer, avid golfer and trap shooter. He enjoyed drinking coffee at F.S. and watching local sporting activities. He was a member and trustee of the Athensville Baptist Church for many years where he served as song leader. He was a trustee and served as secretary/treasurer for the Union Cemetery Association. He was a seed dealer for Burrus Seed Company for many years, a member of the Tiger Backers, a past member of the Greene County Service Company Board, Greenfield Elevator Board, Greene County Mutual Insurance Company Board, Greenfield Athletic Club and a past president of the Lions Club. He also served six months in the Army followed by six years in the Army Reserves. Mr Pembrook was a seed dealer for Burrus Seed Co. for many years. He most of all loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.

Visitation was from 2 until 6 p.m.

Sunday at the First Baptist Church, north of Greenfield where funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday. Burial followed at the Union Cemetery north of Greenfield. Memorials are suggested to the Greenfield Tiger Backers, Union Cemetery Association, Athensville Baptist Church or donor’s choice. The Shields-Bishop Funeral Home in Greenfield was in charge of arrangements.

Russell Paul “Rusty” Blackburn, age 59, of Roodhouse died Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2014 at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield. He was born Sept. 22, 1954 in Jacksonville, the son of Wayne and Vera Wease Blackburn.

He married Rosemary Cox on Jan. 1, 1983 in White Hall and she preceded him in death March 31, 2012.

He is survived by a step daughter, Wendy (Bill) Cooper of Roodhouse; two stepsons, Chad (Kari) Rice of Carlinville and Jamie Rice of Roodhouse; four step-grandchildren, Billy Cooper, David Cooper, Kendall Rice and Connor Rice; three sisters, Mary Lou Blackburn, Judy Harmon and Pat Fisher; and a stepbrother, Dennis Dawdy. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; stepbrother, Darrell Dawdy; and stepsister, Debbie Davis.

Rusty served in the United States Navy, and was a member of the White Hall V.F.W. Post 7684. He also was a member of Moose Lodge 865 in Jacksonville, ABATE and Roodhouse Christian Church. He enjoyed socializing with his friends and family. He worked as maintenance for the USPS in Jacksonville from 1998-2007. He enjoyed camping, motorcycling and spending time with family.

Funeral services were held 11 a.m.

Monday, Feb. 24, at Airsman-Hires Funeral Home in Roodhouse. Burial followed in White Hall Cemetery.

Visitation was held 3-5 p.m. Sunday, at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to ABATE. Condolences may be left online at www.airsmanhires.com

Frances Fern Clayton, 94, of rural Murrayville died Saturday, Feb. 22, 2014 at Jacksonville Convalescent Center. She was born July 12, 1919 in Hillview, the daughter of the late William Edgar and Frances O. Dyer Killebrew. She married Wilfred Clayton Feb. 17, 1938 and he preceded her in death Dec. 17, 2000.

Mrs. Clayton worked along side husband on their farm. She loved her family and was an excellent cook, known for her pies. She was an artist with her crochet work and her quilts.

She was a member of the Lynnville United Methodist Church.

Surviving are her children, George (Judy) Clayton of White Hall, Wendell (Peggy) Clayton, Earl (Joy) Clayton of Winchester, Frances (Jim) Stelbrink of Pearl and Charles Clayton of Murrayville; ten grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and nine great-great-grandchildren.

Preceding her were her brothers, Albert and William Killebre; sisters, Lela Raiford, Clarice Wells, Nellie Ambler and Florence Blimling (surviving spouse Dale of Athensville) A memorial service honoring her life was held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb, 26, 2014 at the Winchester United Methodist Church. A visitation with the family was 10 a.m. until the time of the service at the church.

Memorials can be made to the Murrayville EAS, Winchester EMS or the donor’s choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at www. airsman-hires.com. The Coonrod Funeral Home in Winchester was in charge of the arrangements.

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Ferries reopen Feb. 25 after lengthy closure The Brussels and kampsville ferries were reopened Feb. 25 at 4 p.m. and 10 a.m., respectively after nearly two months of continued closure due to ice. The Illinois Department of Transportation cautions ferry travelers that there may be intermittent closures as ice flows down the river from the north. Ice at the kampsville ferry has diminished since the beginning of the month due to a rise in temperature and the ferry underwent test runs early this week to ensure passenger safety. The Illinois Department of Transportation kept the vessels closed to travelers because ice made it difficult to dock squarely to the ferry landings. The Golden eagle ferry opened Feb. 24 at 5 a.m. with regular operating hours.

JPRD has fun activities for youngsters Trying to find something fun and active for your youngster to participate in this winter? Look no further because Jerseyville Parks and Recreation Department (JPRD) is offering-up some fun programs!

Tiny Tot Hoops is now open for registration for 3- or 4-yearolds. This is a great way to introduce your toddler to the sport of basketball with instruction on basic skills such as passing, shooting, dribbling and rebounding.

The program meets once per week for six weeks for 45 minutes on Tuesdays from March 11 through April 15. There are also two times

to choose from: 10-10:45 a.m. or 4:30-5:15 p.m. Program fee is $30 per toddler per class.

Tiny Tots Fitness is now open for registration for 3- or 4-yearolds. This is a great way to introduce your toddler to many different fitness activities with instruction such as parachute games, relay races, obstacle courses and more. The program meets once per week for six weeks for 45 minutes on Wednesdays from March 19 through April 23. There are also two times to choose from: 10-10:45 a.m. or 4:30-5:15 p.m.

Program fee is $30 per toddler per class.

Big Tot Hoops and Big Tots Fitness are designed just like the Tiny Tot programs during the same dates from 5:30-6:15 p.m., but are for 5- to 6-year-olds. Program fees are also $30 per child per class.

No special equipment is required for any of the programs; just dress children in comfortable clothing and non-marking sneakers. Deadlines for these programs are one week prior to the start date. For more information or to learn how to register, please visit jerseyville-il.us/ParkRec/forms. htm, call the JPRD office at 618498-2222 or email jerseyvilleparkandrec@gtec.com.

Carrollton Bank has announced Deanna Loepker has joined the bank as vice president and branch manager, serving in the bank’s Carrollton office.

“We are very pleased to welcome Deanna to Carrollton Bank,” said Rick Dyer, Regional Director, Carrollton Bank. “She has many years of financial experience and now she’s bringing that back to Carrollton where she grew up.”

“I was looking for a place where I can provide customers the kind of responsive service that makes their lives simpler,” said Loepker.

“Carrollton Bank is the perfect place for doing that, and this area is perfect for our family.”

Loepker resides in Jersey County with her husband, Dave, and their son, Nick, who attends Jersey Community High School.

Loepker has over 25 years of experience at financial firms, including Morgan Stanley, Stifel Nicolaus and AG Edwards & Sons.

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Are cash gifts tacky or ideal?

When faced with a gift list a mile long and no idea what to get certain individuals on that list, many holiday shoppers opt to give cash as a present. Cash gifts are easy, one-size-fits all and no one will request a receipt to return a cash gift. Still, some people are not quite sure if it is socially acceptable to give a gift of cash.

There are many pros and cons to giving cash as a gift. Once a person weighs the advantages and the disadvantages to giving cold hard cash as a gift, then he or she can decide if cash is an ideal present or one that's best avoided.

Advantages One of the advantages to giving cash is it eliminates waste.

Unlike gifts that will never be used and simply take up space, cash will be used sooner or later.

How often have you received a sweater you won't wear or a trinket you won't use? Sometimes people return these gifts, but very often they get relegated to a pile of belongings that will end up in the garbage or stashed in the back of a closet. Cash eliminates this waste by giving a person the opportunity to buy exactly what he or she wants.

Cash gifts may be ideal for older people to give because they have limited mobility and cannot get out to the store to shop for presents. And grandparents unaware of the latest trends can give cash in a card and instruct grandchildren to purchase something they like.

Some people overextend themselves during the holiday season, and a cash gift can soft-

en the blow of holiday spending.

Cash is very portable, which can make it easier for those who travel for the holidays to avoid shipping costs or extra baggage fees to take gifts on airlines.

People are inundated with a lot of stuff already, and a cash gift might be just what the doctor ordered.

Disadvantages Cash gifts may be considered impersonal and lacking in creativity. It does not take much effort to stash a dollar amount inside of an envelope and present it, so gift recipients may question their relationships with gift givers who give cash.

For many people, the excitement of the holidays has a lot to do with seeing a giant pile of gifts waiting to be unwrapped. Gifting cash removes that excitement of presents under the tree. Although items can be purchased later on, the immediate gratification of tearing through boxes and bags simply is not there.

Some people find it awkward to receive cash because the value of the gift is right there in black and white. It puts both people on the spot and may create some uncomfortable moments if the value of a cash gift does not match up to what the cash recipi-

ent spent on the cash giver. When gifting standard gifts, many people are unaware of what the other spent and if the item was purchased on a discount. If you gift with cash, there is no hiding the value.

Another disadvantage is if a person gives cash and receives cash in return. Do the two gifts cancel each other out? What if the amounts are different? Dealing in cash alone can be awkward.

There are ways to make giving cash a little more acceptable. If you get creative when handing over the money, this may take away from the fact that cash does not make a very dramatic gift. n Try pairing the cash with a wallet or purse to make the presentation a little more interesting. n Send the recipient on a scavenger hunt for the money, writing clues and hiding them around the house. n Create a money tree or wreath that displays the cash in an interesting way. n Fold bills into bows or tape together to make wrapping paper for a small token gift. n For children, roll up bills and put it into a crayon box or pencil case. n Fill up a large box with a lot of filler and hide the cash inside

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Jerseyville Estates’ annual Valentine’s party was held Friday evening, Feb. 14. Valentine’s king and queen were Bill Scoggins and Ruby Wood.

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Regardless of a person's age, beginning a new exercise regimen can be intimidating. But it's especially so for men and women over the age of 50, who might not know where to begin or how to approach adopting a healthier lifestyle. According to the National Institute on Aging, the following are a few points men and women should know as they attempt to improve their physical fitness with a more active lifestyle. n Exercise is safe even if you have not been physically active

in a long time. Many older men and women worry that suddenly embracing physical fitness after years of inactivity may be detrimental to their health. But that's only true if men and women don't exercise caution at the outset of their routines. When beginning the routine, take things very slowly at first, choosing to walk or bike every day rather than hitting the treadmill and adjusting it to maximum resistance. When strength training, start off with very little weight so your muscles can grow acclimated to the

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Home Instead representative, Cindy Cannon, recently presented a workshop on “How To Reduce Caregiver Stress.” Cannon gave out information and provided helpful tips to those who participated. Jerseyville Manor hosted the workshop and provided refreshments to those in attendance.

Exercise and aging: Addressing common concerns about exercise after 50 Exercise is an essential element of a healthy lifestyle. Including exercise in your daily routine can lower your risk for diabetes, heart disease and stroke, and exercise can even sharpen mental acuity, reduce anxiety and improve mood. But as beneficial as exercise can be, many men and women, particularly men and women over the age of 50, who have not laced up their sneakers in years are hesitant to begin an exercise regimen for a variety of reasons, potentially putting their long-term health at risk.

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motions and you can get the exercises down pat. As you grow more comfortable and your body starts to feel more up to the challenges of daily exercise, you can begin to gradually alter your cardiovascular and strength training workouts to make them more challenging.

Continuing to exercise as you age is a great way to improve your quality of life and stay as active as possible well into your golden years.

Did you know?: The Baby Boomer generation The Baby Boomer generation is one of the most influential demographics in the world today.

Boomers represent roughly 28 percent of the total population of the United States, according to "Baby Boomer" magazine, and this means they are the largest generational segment as well as the single largest economic group in the United States. Baby boomers comprise a population of adults who were born between 1946 and 1964. That makes boomers people who are between 49 and 67 years old. Here are some additional facts and figures about baby boomers:

n Baby boomers have more discretionary income than any other age group. n Baby boomers own 80 percent of the money in savings and loan associations. n Baby boomers spend more money than other groups. n Baby boomers account for nearly half of all consumer demand.

Baby boomers have been known to have an unprecedented impact on American culture, society and the economy, and that influence is bound to continue for several more years

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Greenfield High School’s Illinois State Scholars are, left to right, Madeline Smith, daughter of Mark and Kelly Smith; Isaac Masters, son of Carl and Debbie Masters; and Elizabeth Bishop, daughter of Russ and Lisa Bishop.

Greenfield High School honors Illinois State Scholars Greenfield High School Principal Beth Bettis is pleased to announce that three Greenfield High School students have been recognized as 2013 Illinois State Scholars.

These students are Madeline Smith, Isaac Masters and Elizabeth Bishop. These students were recognized at the Greenfield Board meeting on Monday, Jan. 27.

The Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) recognizes more than 19,300 students from across the state as this year’s Illinois State Scholars. This year’s

honorees join the ranks of thousands of top Illinois students honored since the prestigious designation was first made in 1958.

Illinois State Scholars rank in approximately the top 10 percent of the state’s high school seniors, this year representing 675 high schools from across Illinois.

Selection is based on SAT, ACT, and/or Prairie State Achievement Exam scores, and/or on class rank at the end of the junior year. High school guidance counselors work with ISAC to determine the winners

Carrollton schools menu Monday, March 3: Chicken nuggets, corn, baked apples, sugar cookie.

Tuesday, March 4: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, gravy, peaches.

Wednesday, March 5: Tuna salad on bun, green beans, orange, Sun chips.

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fajitas, lettuce/cheese, refried beans, pineapple.

Friday, March 7: Cheese pizza, glazed carrots, pears, chocolate cake.

All meals served with bread, butter, milk.

Potato, sandwich and salad bar served daily.

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A practice that was once frowned upon, many schools are now encouraging students to bring their own tablets, smartphones and notebook computers into the classroom to improve student learning opportunities. With the rise of Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) programs, many parents are wondering how they can ensure their child has the most appropriate technology to help them succeed. The upcoming holiday season is a great opportunity to find the right device for your child.

If your student has the opportunity to participate in a BYOD program this year, you may have questions about the program and how you can ensure your child is as successful as possible. Read on to learn more about BYOD and what you can do to support your child's learning in the digital world. n What is a BYOD program? BYOD's core appeal is that it enables schools to have personalized, one-toone learning programs with greater student engagement and accountability, while allowing students and parents the freedom to choose the device that best meets their child's individual needs. n What device should I get for my child? Unlike school clothes, if you choose to invest a little more in a device, you won't have to replace it next fall. For example, a Notebook/convertible UltraBook or 2 in 1 device with an Intel core processor and Windows 8 operating system grows with students as their learning needs evolve - it's an investment your child can benefit from for many years. A 2 in 1 device allows your child to switch between a tablet and laptop, depending on their needs for the school project at hand. These devices weigh less than 4 pounds, so they won't overload your child's backpack. They also have the battery

strength to keep going strong until the final bell.

Your child might also enjoy a device that allows her to draw, write, highlight, annotate and more on her digital touchscreens in a natural manner. Intel-powered Windows 8 tablets come with a new generation of "pens," which engage students in learning and allow educators to maximize the versatility and benefits of the technology they're already using.

Another device option is a Chromebook, which can provide your child with a full Internet browsing experience at a lower cost. Although Chromebooks are limited in the types of applications and software they can run, they allow students to do real time collaboration and share their work with the world on the Web. They also have the flexibility to be personalized by each student or teacher. n How can I help my child succeed? Now that your child has the right device for learning, you can help them use the technology effectively by giving them access to high quality educational resources.

For example, the National Tech Goes Home website offers guidance and support for your child's studying, including free resources to help students learn and play safely online, and it has helpful information for parents. n What if my school doesn't have a BYOD program? Visit k12blueprint.com and find a free toolkit that will help your school establish a BYOD program.

With careful planning, the incorporation of studentowned devices within classroom instruction can be a driving factor in your child's engagement and achievement in learning. The right technology can ensure your child maximizes his or her learning potential in a BYOD program.

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By MARY LOVE HAMMON

Congratulations to Corey McCarn, son of Mary Kahl McCarn and Jerry McCarn of Champaign; also grandson of Barbara Kahl and the late Ed Kahl of Greenfield. Corey is a student at the University of Louisiana studying for his Masters degree.

Recently he took a special exam earning 5.5 of a possible 6; this puts Corey McCarn in the top 97%.

When Corey was nine years old, I had locked myself outside - barefoot and a shorty nightgown on for attire. While my husband Dale and Corey’s grandpa Ed were in Dale’s workshop getting tools to break a window and “make a big mess”, we contrived a way of getting into my house and unlocking the door.

Dale’s keys were on the table. I gave them to Corey to run out back and give to Dale.

For his efforts, I gave Corey a gold dollar and a gold pen with a miniature lighthouse on the clasp (grandma Barbara remembered).

Since the age of three, Corey had played hockey, receiving many awards. At the interment of grandpa Ed Kahl, Corey dropped one of his hockey awards within the ashes.

Corey McCarn, I am so proud of your achievements.

How many of you watch the children on channel 9? Today they started with shadows. I have a little shadow that goes in and out with me - was a favorite of our kindergarten classes.

For one Valentine’s Day we drew silhouettes (head) of each other. We used my table lamps, sheets of white paper and red art pencil for drawing.

These they pasted on red construction paper.

Chuck Morrow and Dan Bowman said, “Us guys decided the girls could do the ribbons if that’s alright with you.” Jackie Meng and Elise Walker said, “We are sorta ahead of you, we are measuring and cutting.”

I had found scissors at an IGA Store that looked like ducks. They were for both left and right-handed children and they could not stick them upward to cut their tongue or hair!

The day before was spent learning feet and yards by the children measuring pinch ruffling red crepe paper that they Scotch taped onto my hatbox. One year, Jim Story brought a lacy white hanky and put on the lid saying, “This is for you”. And yes, I still use it.

One year Alice Lorton brought a handmade heart for Philip Smith (his birthday) filled with fudge. At 2 a.m. his mom phoned and asked if they could dome for it. Philip knew the dragons would eat his gift. (they came and went).

Recently Dr. Gary Turpin slipped on the ice in his driveway and fell.

He told me, “It knocked me unconscious - a big gash in the back of my head. I know I shouldn’t have come to work today, but I wanted to be with my patients.” His office

girl, Goldie had telephoned me that doctor was coming to my home with my B12 and arthritis shots at his early closing. If I’d known of his accident, I would have said, “No!” He enjoyed my cactus bloom - had never seen one. I had purchased twenty-five pounds of shelled pecans for Valentine’s from Fred Kessinger. Dr. Turpin was delighted with his pecans, saying, “Thanks, now Amy can make me a pie.” He was worried about Eric Meyer, who was undergoing surgery for a leg broken in two places. Dr. Turpin loves every one of us and we love him. I especially love his wife, Amy. She was a kindergarten student of mine.

Thank God for the money to have modern conveniences to assist the less fortunate. My Clifton just called to be assured that all is well. Norma’s son Baxter called and daughter, Mary came over. City workers are busy with snowplows. In spite of weather conditions, Chuck Morrow picks up our outgoing mail when he delivers. Jim Gable’s lady employees deliver our medicine and my Hallmark Valentines. Cara Woodkirk delivers food from Meehan’s when necessary. Shade Lumber brought tools for my great-grandson’s gift. I thank all of you.

Did you know - that Camp Warren Levis was named for the son of Mr. and Mrs. George Levis. Camping and outdoor activities have been a main part of the program at Camp Warren Levis since its beginning eighty years ago. Camp Warren was owned by the Piasa Bird Council.

The Piasa Bird Council’s first camping area was called Camp Hawley, and was located just north of Route 100 in Godfrey. Camp Hawley was established in May 1921, with the first summer camp being held in July 1921. Camp Hawley became the sole property of the Boy Scouts when the deed was transferred by Mr. Hawley in 1924.

A hundred and sixty acres of land was added by Mr. and Mrs. Levis in memory of their son Warren, who died in 1906. The Piasa Bird council renamed the facility Camp Warren Levis, and the first summer camp took place on July 7, 1924. In 1945, a lake was built along with other facilities. Today, Camp Warren Levis is a two hundred eightfive acre Scout facility, which offers scouts dining hall meals, a swimming pool, shoot sports area, climbing wall, handicraft and nature areas.

Did you know that the Cub Scouts Pinewood Derby is one of the most popular and successful family activities? The Cub Scouts make the small wooden cars with the help of their families, following simple rules. Then the scouts race the cars in competition. Winners of the race get prizes, and every boy is recognized for taking part.

“Til next time!

Freezing temperatures are good news and bad news for pests The newest buzz word this winter is "Polar Vortex." Most of the country has experienced weeks of extremely cold temperatures, and these repeated bouts of ice and snow could have an impact on local pest populations.

Rodents and mosquitoes may not be homeowners' main concerns at the moment, but experts from the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) want to be sure the temperature's effect on pests is not overlooked.

Many pest species have methods for coping with the cold. Some enter an overwintering state called diapause or produce an antifreeze-type liquid to protect their bodies. Others avoid the cold by finding their way into heated homes, and believe it or not, some insects can actually stay alive and insulated from the freezing cold air by being buried in snow. Especially in areas that have experience with harsh winters, pests have adapted to the cold. Even if the temperatures are detrimental to the adults, they have most likely already laid eggs that will hatch in spring.

However, with such extreme temperatures, there is a good chance that summer pest populations could be smaller. This is determined, in part, by the number and length of hard freezes during the winter. Repeated freezethaw cycles are more likely to affect pests than a gradual cooling. Also, low temperatures for an extended time are more likely to reach insects buried deep in the ground. The biggest difference could be seen in areas of the

South that do not usually experience this type of winter weather.

To both prevent a pest infestation and curb future pest populations the NPMA has the following tips for homeowners battling the cold: n Watch out for ice dams. Heat escaping from a home can cause snow to melt on the roof. Sometimes the melted water refreezes around the cooler edges of the roof creating an ice dam that prevents water from properly draining. This moisture can seep into the attic and siding causing mold to grow and can attract pests. n Install or repair weather stripping. Windows and doors offer the easiest access into a home. Weather stripping and door sweeps will help keep out the cold, as well as pests. n Manage melting ice and snow.

Especially in areas unaccustomed to snowfall, the thawing period can be just as difficult to manage. Pools of water are breeding grounds for pests, specifically mosquitoes. Homeowners should make sure old tires, pool covers, empty pots and other outdoor containers are regularly emptied of rain or melted snow. n Repair damage to siding, windows and roofs. Cold temperatures and ice can cause damage to vulnerable areas of a home. Regularly checking for and repairing any cracks or holes around the outside of the house will protect it from pests looking to get indoors.

For more information on preventing household pests and pest-proofing tips, visit PestWorld.org.

Wolfley 50th Anniversary Jerry and Diane Wolfley of rural Eldred will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on March 6.

Jerry, son of Truman “Babe” and Thelma Wolfley, and the former Diane Davidson, daughter of Martin and Lucille Davidson, were married at Mt. Gilead Church in Carrollton on March 6, 1964.

They are the parents of Susan (Greg) Schnettgoecke of Carrollton and David (Nicole) Wolfley of

Card of Thanks Thank You To family and friends, I am so grateful for the cards, gifts and calls I received for my 90th birthday. It was a joy to greet each of the 102 that came to my party, thank you for coming. To Cindy and John who planned the party, it was great. To Cindy’s helpers; Chris, Paula, Cindy and Ruth, thank you so much. To Marlene, Katy and Jimmy for greeting the guests, thank you.

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Eldred. They have three grandchildren, Hannah Schnettgoecke of Quincy, Cody Schnettgoecke of Carrollton and Maisy Wolfley of Eldred.

A celebration with their children and grandchildren will be held at their home. Diane’s parents and grandparents also celebrated their 50th wedding anniversaries at the home where the Wolfley’s reside.

A9 Insulation: The key to ending drafts and cutting utility bills Whether it's the chill of winter or the heat of summer, our natural instincts are to adjust the indoor temperature so it is comfortable through every season.

But if your home has any drafts or air leaks, expect indoor temperatures to fluctuate dramatically.

Leaks and drafts can hinder the performance of your heating-ventilation-air conditioning (HVAC) equipment and cause your utility bills to skyrocket. Why? Conditioned air continually escapes the home due to the gaps within the building envelope, and HVAC equipment will work overtime to reach the thermostat's set temperature. What's more, the U.S. Department of Energy suggests that air leakage contributes to potential moisture problems that can affect occupant health and the home's durability.

While traditional stop-gap solutions, such as placing runners by doors, may provide some relief, the U.S. Department of Energy recommends homeowners take a comprehensive approach. First, detect where the air leaks are within your home. A certified Home Energy Rating System Rater will be able to help you identify such areas as well as help assess your ventilation needs for indoor air quality.

Once all sources of air leaks have been identified, air sealing techniques and materials can be applied. Caulking and weather-stripping are two of the most popular and common techniques that can help address air leaks.

However building experts will suggest considering solutions that go further in terms of air-sealing. A recent study

by the Building Science Corporation showed that heat transfer was much lower in a home equipped with spray foam insulation than with other, more traditional materials such as fiberglass or cellulose. The reduction, about 15 percent, indicates minimal thermal transmission and better block of heat transference, which can have a significant impact on how homeowners heat and cool their home.Installed by professionals, spray foam insulation, like that available from Icynene, works well in all climates to completely seal the building, filling every gap to stop air leakage and help reduce the strain on HVAC equipment. Spray foam insulation both insulates and air seals the entire building envelope letting homeowners cut their monthly heating and cooling bills by as much as 50 percent in some cases.

As a long-term solution, spray foam insulation helps maintain a comfortable temperature year-round while helping to control monthly heating and cooling expenses. Thanks to spray foam insulation's air-sealing qualities, homeowners can reduce the size of their heating and cooling equipment since less effort is required to heat or cool the home, according to InsulationSmart.com.

While air leakage can cause energy bills to sky-rocket, a well-insulated home and economical winterizing can help you get through the cold winter months. Learn the five easy steps to choosing the right insulation by visiting www.icynene.com.

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PRESSING ISSUES Greenfield to hold free prekindergarten screening Greenfield School District #10 in cooperation with the Greene County Health Department and the Four Rivers Special Education District is sponsoring free vision, hearing and developmental screenings for all children 2 1/2 to 4 years of age who reside in the district. The screenings will take place at the Greenfield United Methodist Church on Thurs, March 20 and Friday, March 21. Call the Greenfield Elementary School at 368-2551 to schedule an appointment. This screening, along with parent information, determines eligibility for the district pre-kindergarten program. Please complete the registration forms if you are unable to attend the screening with your child. These forms may be obtained from the school.

Donkey Basketball date set The Carrollton FFA Chapter will host a Donkey Basketball Charity Fundraiser on Monday, April 14 at 7 p.m. at the Carrollton High School. A Pork Chop Dinner will be held at 5 p.m. prior to the Donkey Basketball games. Throughout the night there will be a silent auction, 50/50 drawing and half-court shot. The Carrollton FFA hopes to raise money for selected families who have large medical bills. The Chapter needs donations of silent auction items, business sponsorships and volunteers to help with the dinner, and daring individuals to ride a donkey in the game. Also the names of local families who might need financial support. Our goal is to involve as many community members as possible in the fundraiser. If you have a family in mind that may need support or can donate in any way, please contact FFA Advisor Christie Joehl at cjoehl@c-hawks.net or call 217-416-0839. Check out our FFA website for an up-to-date list of donation items still needed at: www. carrolltonffa.com. Thanks in advance for your support!

Submitted by: Ashley Steinacher, FFA Reporter

Spaghetti Supper Fundraiser April 1 Thomas H. Boyd Memorial Foundation will host a Spaghetti Supper to benefit Gas Cards for Cancer (Greene and Calhoun Counties) on April 1, from 4-7 p.m. at Boyd Memorial Hospital for a free-will donation. There will be tours of the hospital throughout the evening, basket raffles to benefit the Employee Action Team. The main event of the evening will be a raffle drawing for $9000 (increments of $100, $250, $500, $1000, $5,000). Raffle tickets will be available at the door or in advance from any hospital employee. If you would like to donate a basket or other items for the event, please contact Sarah Schmidt at 217-942-6946 or sschmidt@boydhcs.org.

Seeking information of former Hamilton Primary School students and staff The Otter Creek Historical Society, curators of Hamilton Primary School located in Otterville, is seeking to update its records of former students, teachers and principals of the school. Anyone that attended the school is asked to send their updated name, address, phone and/ or email to: Gayle Stamps Rothe, 409 W. Mulberry St., Jerseyville, IL 62052. Information can also be emailed to pawcat@gtec.com. Membership in the Otter Creek Historical Society is open to everyone, even those who did not attend the school. To join the Otter Creek Historical Society, please send $5 along with a name, address,

phone number and or/email to the above address. The society will then place names on a mailing list to receive newsletter updates about the school. Hamilton Primary School was the first integrated school in the nation, and is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places.

15th Annual Trivia Night Wrightsville Trotters 15th Annual Trivia Night will be held on Saturday, March 1, 2014, 7:00 p.m. at the St. Michael’s Hall. The doors will open at 6:15 p.m. Teams will consist of eight players per table at the cost of $10 a player. All proceeds will go to Boyd Healthcare Foundation to provide gas cards for patients from Greene County traveling for cancer treatments. We will also have free table refreshments, a bake sale, 50/50 drawing and attendance prizes will be given throughout the evening. Space is limited, so please call Betty Witt (217368-2292) or Glenna Wright (217-368-2233) or email ajwgvw1971@irtc.net to reserve a table. We hope you can join us for a fun evening in Greenfield.

Thomas H. Boyd Memorial Foundation April Fool’s drawing Looking for some extra money in the Spring? Thomas H. Boyd Memorial Foundation is hosting an April Fool’s Day Raffle! Tickets can be purchased from any Hospital Employee or Board (Foundation and Hospital) Member for $50 each or three for $100. The Grand Prize is $5,000 with other drawings of $1,000, 3 prizes of $500, 4 prizes of $250, and 5 prizes of $100 to be drawn on April 1, 2014 (need not be present to win). For more information, please call 217-942-6946, extension 1203.

Library’s Century Club Membership Drive underway The Greenfield Public Library’s Century Club membership drive is now underway. The drive will continue to April 1. The membership costs is $100 and is a tax-deductible contribution to benefit the Greenfield Public Library. Those who join the Century Club will have their names listed on a scroll in the library and receive a quarterly newsletter to keep them updated on news, activities and programs at the library. The Century Club involves individuals, businesses, clubs, organizations, etc. that support the public library, aside from regular gifts and donations given throughout the year Through this membership, members actively help the Greenfield Public Library maintain current activities and grow in the future. For more information, please call the library at 217-368-2613.

4-H Robotics Workshop March 8 The Morgan County Extension office will be hosting a Robotics Workshop for both adults and youth on March 8 from 10 a.m. to noon. This workshop will provide an overview of the three project areas within 4-H robotics and will include typical activities that take place in robotics clubs. Participants will also learn about competition opportunities for robotics clubs. The workshop will include hands on activities utilizing the 4-H Junk Drawer robotics curriculum as well as activities using LEGO Mindstorm NXT robots. The workshop will be taught by State 4-H Robotics Educator, Bob Smith.

There is no cost to attend. Pre-registration is required and may be done online at http://web.extension.illinois. edu/ccgms/ or by calling the Morgan County Extension office at 217.243.7424. 4-H membership is not required.

Deadline to register is Feb. 28, 2014.

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HAPPENING GREENFIELD Saturday, March 1: 6 - 11 a.m.

Pancake & Sausage Breakfast at Methodist Church sponsored by Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts Troop 22 of Greenfield and Carrollton. $5 in advance; $6 at door; under 3 eats free.

Friday, March 21: 5K Glow Run at dusk sponsored by Greenfield PTO. More information coming soon.

Sunday, March 30: 1 p.m. 2nd Annual Alumni Basketball Game at Greenfield High School gym. Costs: $10 to play/ $5 for 3-point contest.

Proceeds to GHS After Prom party.

RECIPE INGREDIENTS 4 pounds chicken wings 3 tablespoons cooking oil 4 cloves garlic, chopped 1 3/4 teaspoons salt 1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne 2/3 cup mayonnaise 1/3 cup sour cream 1/4 pound blue cheese, crumbled (about 1 cup) 2 scallions including green tops, chopped 5 teaspoons vinegar 1/4 teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper 1/4 cup ketchup 1 tablespoon Tabasco sauce 8 ribs celery, cut into sticks

March 16-21: 7:30 p.m. Barrow Baptist Church Revival .

ROODHOUSE Saturday, March 1: 10 a.m.

Greene County Mobile Pantry at Gallery Auction House on Rt. 106.

CARROLLTON Saturday, March 1 and 8: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Carrollton Youth League Baseball/Softball/T-Ball Signup at City Hall.

Tuesday, March 4: CHS After Prom Fundraiser at Brass Door. Pork Chops and Full Menu. Carryouts call 942-6489.

Fridays, March 7, 14, 21, 28, April 4, 11, 18: Knights of Columbus Lenten Fish Fry at KC Hall. Serving from 4:30 to 7:00 p.m.

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DIRECTIONS Heat the oven to 425 degrees F. In a large bowl, combine the wings, oil, garlic, 1 1/2 teaspoons of the salt, and the cayenne. Arrange the wings in a single layer on two large baking sheets. Bake until just done, about 25 minutes.

Meanwhile, in a medium glass or stainless-steel bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, blue cheese, scallions, 1 teaspoon of the vinegar, the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and the black pepper.

In a large bowl, combine the ketchup, the remaining 4 teaspoons vinegar, and the Tabasco sauce. Add the wings and toss to coat. Serve the wings with the celery sticks and blue-cheese dressing alongside.

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1100D REAL ESTATE Pike county LARGE, NEw beautiful home near Summer Hill for sale with 19 1/2, acres, a finished basement, pond, in-ground pool, attached and detached garage with living quarters in the back of it, pull barn and much, much more. Please call 217-473-8811 for more information. tf HOUSE FOR SALE: 4 Excellent starter home for a single person or a couple in a small rural community with excellent neighbors.

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Saturday, March 8, 2014, 10:00 a.m.

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PIKE COUNTY, IL

LAND AUCTION

208 ACRES +/- • 4 TRACTS Friday, March 7, 2014 • 11 AM

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Auction Location- Crossroads Center 125 W. Jefferson St. Pittsfield, IL Property Location: 30526 Jim Town Hollow Rd Rockport, IL. 2.5 miles west of Summer Hill, IL. Tracts are in Sections 15 & 16 of Atlas Twp., Pike Co, IL.

• Great Opportunity!

• Tillable Land, Pasture, Timber, 4-Ponds, 3 BR Home & Buildings • FSA: 150 Acres m/l Open Tillable & Pasture • 4 Contiguous Tracts!

• Tracts 1 & 2 sell subject to 2014 Farm Tenancy • Pikeland School District/ Pike Co. Water District Tract 1: 46 ac m/l, 33.5 tillable FSA acres. Rolling productive tillable, 2 ponds, pasture, waterways. South of Jim Town Hollow Rd & west of the Tract 4 home-site.

Tract 2: 114 ac m/l, 84.14 tillable FSA acres. Rolling tillable, timber, pond, pasture & grass.

Borders Tracts 1, 3 & 4. Access via Jim Town Hollow Rd at the NE corner of the farm.

Tract 3: 41 ac m/l. Approx. 50/50 pasture & timber. Fenced, year-around spring! Scenic secluded home-site potential! West of Tracts 1& 2. Jim Town Hollow Rd borders on north side.

Tract 4: 7 ac m/l, House, Shed, Bins, Pond, Pasture. 1590 s.f. 3-BR, att. garage, fireplace, hardwood, basement, rural water! 40x60’ machine shed, 3 bins, grain leg/mill, 2 outbuildings. Pond, pasture & lots. Jim Town Hollow Rd frontage and may view tracts at their convenience. To view the home or for more info please contact Brian Curless at 217-242-1665 or email: bcurless@adams.net.

Attorney for Sellers- Ron Hoskin 130 S Madison Pittsfield, IL 217-285-4822

KENNETH MORROW TRUST

Curless Auction – Brian Curless Auctioneer 217-242-1665 IL Lic. #440000013 www.curlessauction.com

THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR BEAR STEARNS ASSET BACKED SECURITIES TRUST 2006-SD1 PLAINTIFF, VS

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VIRGINIA JONES A/K/A VIRGINIA B JONES A/K/A PAT JONES; KENNETH A JONES; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; DEFENDANTS 36 HAMBURG ROAD MICHAEL, IL 62065 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 September 13, 2013, CALHOUN COUNTY SHERIFF in CALHOUN County, Illinois, will on April 7, 2014, in CALHOUN COUNTY COURTHOUSE, HARDIN, IL 62047, at 1:30PM, 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 CALHOUN, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 07-06-27-401-403 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 36 HAMBURG ROAD MICHAEL, IL 62065 Description of Improvements: SINGLE FAMILY FRAME WITH BRICK,UTILITIES ON,NOT FOR SALE, NO GARAGE The Judgment amount was $83,133.33. Sale Terms:

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 8TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT PIKE COUNTY- PITTSFIELD, ILLINOIS Wells Fargo Financial Illinois, Inc. Plaintiff, vs.

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Mary J. Moss; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Charles Moss; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Defendants.

Property Address: 1270 Mason Street, Barry, Illinois 62312 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE

Brandon Morrow & Sheena Martin: Co-Trustees

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 8TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT CALHOUN, COUNTY HARDIN, ILLINOIS

AUCTION NOTE: All announcements day of sale take precedence over written material, seller has the right to reject and and all bids. Be on time, Car will sell at 12:00 p.m. Pictures at riverbender.com and auctionzip.com.

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 -

Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the above-entitled cause on March 30, 2012, I, Sheriff, Paul Petty of Pike County, Illinois, will hold a sale on April 4, 2014 , commencing at 9 AM, at the Pike County Courthouse, 100 East Washington Street, Pittsfield, IL 62363, to sell to the highest bidder or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, to-wit: Commonly known as: 1270 Mason Street, Barry, Illinois 62312 P.I.N.: 46-038-11 First Mortgage Lien Position; SingleFamily Residence; Judgment Amount $99356.49

ILCS 605/9(g)(5), AND 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE PURCHASER OF THE PROPERTY, OTHER THAN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PAY THE ASSESSMENTS AND LEGAL FEES REQUIRED BY SUBSECTIONS (g)(1) AND (g)(4) OF SECTION 9 AND THE ASSESSMENTS REQUIRED BY SUBSECTION (g-1) OF SECTION 18.5 OF THE ILLINOIS CONDOMINIUM PROPERTY ACT. Terms of Sale: CASH - 10% down at the time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale. All payments for the amount bid shall be in certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Pike County.

The person to contact for information regarding this property is: Steven J. Lindberg at FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120, Naperville, IL 60563 (866)402-8661. For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com 24 hours prior to sale.

This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1771 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 150 Naperville, IL 60563-4947 630-453-6960 866-402-8661 630-428-4620 (fax)

IN ACCORDANCE WITH 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(H-1) AND (H-2), 765

Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602.

Tel. No. (312) 372-2060.

Please refer to file #PA1307615 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

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Wednesday, February 26, 2014

Greene County police and traffic

The following police reports were filed between Feb. 17 and Feb. 21. 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 felony: Virgin, Angela K., dob 09-2872, possess amount controlled substance.

The following individuals have been charged with a misdemeanor: Holloway, Jonathan P., dob 08-29-71, obstruction identification.

Fuller, Dale E., dob 12-0753, aid/abet unlawful display title/ plate.

Willis, Joshua C., dob 04-2495, unlawful display title/certificate/plate.

Spada, Austin L., dob 03-2895, consumption of liquor/minor.

The following individual has been charged with a conservation violation: Meyer, Robert J., dob 03-2572, deer hunting permit violation/2 counts.

The following individuals have been issued a traffic citation: Colo, Candina Lynn, dob 07-07-62, unregistered/expired registration.

Lumma, Robert L., dob 11-0171, driving 26-30 mph above limit.

Fuller, Dale E., dob 12-07-53, operate uninsured motor vehicle, driving on suspended license.

Grizzle, Matthew E., dob 04-21-92, operate uninsured motor vehicle.

Willis, Joshua C., dob 04-2495, operate uninsured motor vehicle.

Ewing, Dwayne A., dob 08-0873, driving 15-20 mph above limit.

Meyers, Ashley N., dob 08-3093, driving 15-20 mph above limit, operate uninsured motor vehicle.

Leefers, Mitchell M., dob 06-26-92, driving 15-20 mph above limit.

Morse, Lindsay A., dob 06-1391, driving 15-20 mph above limit.

Holeman, Herleander A., dob 03-27-64, operate uninsured motor vehicle, driving 15-20 mph above limit, driving on suspended license.

Wellman, Jill E., dob 01-23-65, driving 15-20 mph above limit.

Farris, Jaken L., dob 02-07-94, driving 15-20 mph above limit.

Foster, Robert E., dob 05-1096, driving 1-10 mph above limit.

Spada, Austin L., dob 03-2895, registration light, operate uninsured motor vehicle.

Hardwick, Trevor W., dob 07-27-81, operate uninsured motor vehicle.

Reyes, Marlon V., dob 05-0278, operate uninsured motor vehicle.

Phares, Scott R., dob 07-21-67, operate uninsured motor vehicle.

Brown, Lacy L., dob 06-28-88, driving 11-14 mph above limit.

Neisen, Valerie J., dob 07-0479, driving 15-20 mph above limit.

Hasquin, Brooke M., dob 02-15-80, driving 1-10 mph above limit.

Kmieciak, Ryan M., dob11-1276, operate uninsured motor vehicle, driving 15-20 mp0h above limit.

Lamer, Jill M., dob 04-01-70, driving 11-14 mph above limit.

Fraley, Elias L.D., dob 03-2392, operate uninsured motor vehicle.

Lowery, Justin E., dob 01-2482, disregard official traffic-control device, driving on revoked license.

Lashchuk, Ye v g e n i y Aleksandrovich, dob 11-20-51, fail to reduce speed.

Lawson, David N., dob 01-0580, driving on suspended license, disregard stop sign.

Clements, William R., dob 05-24-68, driving on suspended license, operate uninsured motor vehicle.

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GREENE PRAIRIE PRESS

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE DEBORAH BANGHART, Greene County Clerk hereby gives notice of the following polling places for the March 18, 2014 General Primary.

Precinct

COURT/PUBLIC NOTICE

Carrollton, Illinois

Polling Place Address

NOTICE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT, SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, GREENE COUNTY, ILLINOIS CAUSE 14-TX-1: TO THE FOLLOWING NAMED PERSONS (AND IF DECEASED, TO THEIR UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES), AND TO THE STATE OF ILLINOIS ATTORNEY GENERAL AND SECRETARY OF STATE, GREENE COUNTY CLERK, COUNTY TREASURER, STATES ATTORNEY, GREENTREE FINANCIAL, LLC, AND TO OCCUPANTS AND UNKNOWN OWNERS AND PARTIES INTERESTED IN THE PARCELS HEREINAFTER NAMED:

DEBORAH BANGHART, Greene County Clerk hereby gives notice that the colors for the General Primary Election to be held March 18, 2014 are as follows: Democratic – Green Republican - Yellow

Athensville Bluffdale

Athensville Twp Bldg Athensville Township Eldred City Hall Edlred, IL

Parcel Number

Owners/Parties Interested

Cert Number

Street Or Common Address

02-84-28-108-008M

GILBERT, TODD

201000172

QUARRY RD

07-124-04-425-001M

POLLARD, DANNY

201000178

1205 PRAIRIE ST

07-124-04-425-001M

DANNY POLLARD

201000178

1205 PRAIRIE ST

Carrollton 1

KC Hall Rt 67 S. Carrollton

Carrollton 2

Extension Bldg Rt 67 N. Carrollton

08-22-18-204-011M

BIGHAM, DEBRA K

201000181

5 JUDY LANE

Carrollton 3

KC Hall Rt 67 S. Carrollton

08-22-18-330-008M

WALLIS, RICHARD

201000182

215 E Randolph

08-22-18-330-008M

WALLIS, JULIE

201000182

215 E Randolph

08-22-18-330-008M

WALLIS, JULIE E

201000182

215 E Randolph

08-22-18-330-008M

WALLIS, RICHARD L

201000182

215 E Randolph

Kane 1 Kane 2 Linder Patterson 1 Rockbridge 1

Kane Twp Bldg Kane, IL KC Hall Rt 67 S. Carrollton

Post Office Patterson, IL Rockbridge City Hall Rockbridge, IL

Rockbridge 2

Rockbridge Twp Bldg Walnut, Greenfield

Rockbridge 3

Rockbridge Twp Bldg Walnut, Greenfield

Roodhouse 1

Fire Dept Rt 67, Roodhouse

Roodhouse 2

Fire Dept Rt 67, Roodhouse

Roodhouse 3 Rubicon Walkerville

NO. 14-P-9 Deceased.

2.5.14. 2.12, 2.19

Rubicon Twp Bldg RR, Rubicon Twp NOTICE

Walkerville Twp Bldg RR, Walkerville Twp Setton Hall S. Main, White Hall

White Hall 2

Setton Hall S. Main, White Hall

White Hall 3

Setton Hall S. Main, White Hall

Wrights

ESTATE OF BRENT A. WORKMAN,

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT THE COUNTY CLERK ADDRESS: 519 N MAIN ST, CARROLLTON, IL 62016 TELEPHONE: (217) 942-5443

City Hall 137 W Palm, Roodhouse

White Hall 1

Woodville

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT GREENE COUNTY, ILLINOIS

TAKE NOTICE THAT THE ABOVESAID MOBILE HOMES WERE SOLD ON NOVEMBER 17, 2011, FOR DELINQUENT MOBILE HOME LOCAL SERVICES TAXES FOR THE YEAR 2011 AND PRIOR YEARS, AND THAT THE PERIOD OF REDEMPTION FROM SUCH SALE EXPIRES JUNE 19, 2014. 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 ABOVENAMED MOBILE HOMES BY GREENE COUNTY, AS TRUSTEE, AND THAT ON JULY 9, 2014 AT 10:30 AM, SAID PETITIONER WILL APPLY FOR AN ORDER THAT A TAX CERTIFICATE OF TITLE ISSUE AS TO EACH ABOVESAID MOBILE HOME NOT REDEEMED ON OR BEFORE JUNE 19, 2014. /S/ GREENE COUNTY AS TRUSTEE, PETITIONER.

Linder Twp Bldg RR, Linder Twp

DEBORAH BANGHART, Greene County Clerk hereby gives notice that the “Testing of the Automatic Tabulating Equipment” is required by 10 ILCS 24A-9 of the Illinois Election Code will be held on March 12, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. in the Election Room of the Greene County Courthouse.

As prescribed by the Election Code, this test is open to representatives of the political parties, all candidates, the press and the public.

Woodville Twp Bldg RR, Woodville Twp

2.26.14

CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Brent A. Workman of Greenfield, Illinois.

Letters of Administration were issued on February 10, 2014, to Melanie K. Workman, P. O. Box 224, Greenfield, Illinois, 62044, whose attorney is Richard N. Gillingham, 220 Sixth Street, Carrollton, Illinois, 62016.

Claims against the Estate may be filed in the Circuit Clerk’s Office, Greene County Courthouse, Carrollton, Illinois, or with the Administrator, or both, on or before the 20th day of August, 2014, and 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 Administrator and to her Attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed and proof of said mailing or delivery must be filed with the clerk.

Dated: February 10, 2014 Melanie K. Workman, Administrator of the Estate of Brent A. Workman

Deborah Banghart, Election Authority

Wrights Twp Bldg Wrights, IL

2.26.14

Richard N. Gillingham Attorney at Law 220 Sixth Street Carrollton, Illinois 62016 (217) 942-5244

Deborah Banghart, Election Authority 2.26.14

NOTICE DEBORAH BANGHART, Greene County Clerk, hereby gives notice that on March 18, 2014, at the various polling places in the County of Greene, an election will be held for the offices listed below, which election will be open at 6:00 a.m. and continued open until 7:00 p.m. of that day.

Deborah Banghart, Election Authority

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, CARROLLTON, GREENE COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF LOIS L. FORD, Deceased.

NO. 2014-P-8

U S Senator Governor/Lieutenant Governor Attorney General Secretary of State Comptroller Treasurer Representatives in the General Assembly County Clerk County Treasurer County Sheriff County Board Regional Superintendents of Schools Judges OFFICES TO BE VOTED ON (Elected): State Central Committeemen – Democratic Precinct Committeemen 2.26.14

NOTICE EARLY VOTING SCHEDULE

CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE IS GIVEN TO CREDITORS of the death of Lois L. Ford. Letters of Office were issued to J. Robert Ford, whose address is Rural Route 1, Greenfield, Illinois, 62044, as Executor, whose Attorney of Record is Law Offices of Gustine & Theivagt, Ltd., 620 North Main, Carrollton, Illinois 62016.

OFFICES TO BE VOTED ON (Nomination):

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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 August 12, 2014, 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.

J. ROBERT FORD, EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF LOIS L. FORD, DECEASED BY: GUSTINE & THEIVAGT, LTD., /s/ Charles E. Theivagt GUSTINE & THEIVAGT, LTD. ATTORNEY FOR EXECUTOR 620 NORTH MAIN STREET CARROLLTON, IL 62016 (217) 942-6966 2.12 2.19 2.26

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Pursuant to Article 19A of the Illinois Election Code, Early Voting for the Consolidated Election for all Greene County Precincts will be conducted at the Office of the Greene County Clerk at the courthouse at 519 N. Main Street in Carrollton beginning on March 3, 2014, and continuing through March 14 on week days from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. and on March 15 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Any voter validly registered in Greene County may vote during the early voting period after showing proper identification, however, any vote cast is final, and may not be revoked, and the voter is not eligible to cast a vote on election day.

DEBORAH BANGHART GREENE COUNTY CLERK 2.26.14, 3.5, 3.12

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HELP WANTED

The Greene County Highway Department is accepting applications for part time employees. The department is seeking qualified applicants that have a valid CDL, construction experience and machinery operation skills to assist with various construction and maintenance activities throughout the year. The department will accept applications through March 28, 2014. Applications may be picked up and submitted at the Greene County Highway Department office during normal business hours. M-F 7:00 - 3:30 p.m.

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Wednesday, February 26, 2014

GREENE PRAIRIE PRESS

Carrollton, Illinois

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MADD awards Illinois with 5-Star rating Prairie Cardiologists urge: When chest for efforts to combat drunk driving pain occurs always dial, never drive n Jesse White joined by MADD-Illinois Executive Director Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White was joined by Sam Canzoneri, state executive director of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)Illinois, to highlight Illinois’ top 5-Star rating by MADD-National for the state’s efforts to combat drunk driving. White applauded MADD for its ongoing campaign to eliminate drunk driving. As part of that campaign, MADD released its 2014 national and state ratings report.

“I am pleased that MADD continues to recognize Illinois as a national leader in the fight against drunk driving,” said White. “My top priority as Secretary of State is to make the roads of Illinois as safe as possible. To accomplish this goal, I have continued to fight for tougher DUI laws, while working to improve upon our state’s Breath Alcohol Ignition Interlock Device (BAIID) program.”

“MADD Illinois is proud of our state’s five star rating,” said Sam Canzoneri, state executive director of MADD Illinois. “This feat truly

shows an effective collaboration among the various agencies throughout the state. Secretary of State Jesse White, our State Legislature, Illinois Department of Transportation, law enforcement, and our state’s attorneys have all played prominent roles in this accomplishment.”

In the 2014 national and state ratings report, MADD highlighted Illinois’ continued refinement of the BAIID program as a key reason for the top 5-Star rating. MADD’s rating system focused on states adopting a series of proven drunk driving countermeasures, including requiring BAIIDs for all convicted drunk drivers.

Illinois’ BAIID program requires all first-time DUI offenders who wish to obtain driving relief to install a BAIID on their vehicles.

Motorists are required to blow into the BAIID, which measures their blood alcohol content (BAC) levels. The device is designed to prevent DUI offenders from driving after having consumed alcohol.

Last summer, White’s office began

requiring the installation of in-car cameras with every BAIID. Since then, more than 5,700 BAIIDs have been installed along with the in-car cameras in an effort to improve BAIID-user accountability.

“BAIID works because it prevents cars from being driven by drunk drivers,” said White. “The in-car camera technology represents the most recent key upgrade to our successful program. But we will not grow complacent. We will continue to look at new ways to make a great program even better.”

During the press conference, MADD also highlighted the importance of its statewide court monitoring efforts in Illinois. The program’s goal seeks to gauge the consistency of sentencing of drunk driving offenders in various county courts.

“I applaud MADD for their statewide court monitoring program,” said White. “The courts play a key role in combating drunk driving, and MADD’s efforts further underscore the importance of consistent sentencing of DUI offenders.”

Dialing 911 saves critical treatment time, connects patients in Carrollton to world class care through the Prairie Chest Pain Network Each year, 1.2 million Americans will suffer a cardiac emergency. About one third of these patients will die before they reach the hospital for one critical reason: A delay in receiving crucial medical treatment. February is heart month, and the physicians of the Prairie Chest Pain Network are working to reduce this statistic and improve heart health awareness in Illinois by letting patients know: “It’s About Time – Always Dial, Never Drive.” By calling 911, patients in Carrollton activate the Chest Pain Network and receive top heart care at Thomas H. Boyd Memorial Hospital without traveling long distances.

“When it comes to heart health, every second counts,” said Shailesh Nandish, M.D., Medical Director of the Prairie Heart Chest Pain Network. “The Chest Pain Network allows us to offer fast, best-in-class care close to home for patients in Carrollton. By dialing 911 you can plug into the network, begin to receive diagnosis and treatment while traveling to the hospital and ensure top heart experts are informed of your specific condition and ready for your arrival. Saving this time can mean the difference between a treatable condition and irreversible heart damage – and even between life or death.”

Patients in Illinois have access to the highest quality heart care right in their own community hospitals, thanks to the Prairie Heart Institute’s Chest Pain Network. Prai-

rie Heart Institute in Springfield, a nationally recognized leader in heart care, connects hospitals and emergency responders through the Chest Pain Network to accelerate care when it matters most. Hospitals participating in the network, such as Thomas H. Boyd Memorial Hospital, put in place the top protocols to promote rapid treatment for heart attack patients, allowing them to provide the fastest and highest level of heart care in their area.

Research shows that many Americans wait two hours or more before seeking medical attention for heart attack symptoms, and far too many heart attack patients drive themselves or have a family member drive them to the hospital.

“Every heart attack is different, but common symptoms include pressure in the chest or arms and shortness of breath,” said Dr. Nandish. “When you experience these symptoms, or feel you may be having a heart attack, time is critical. Take steps now to be aware of the warning signs of a heart attack and discuss a plan with your family to dial 911 right away and ask to be taken to the hospital if these symptoms occur. Placing that call saves time that can be better spent diagnosing, stabilizing and treating your condition.”

The Prairie Chest Pain Network is a program of the Prairie Heart Institute of Illinois, connecting hospitals and EMS agencies for the fastest and best care for chest pain patients. The doctors of the Prairie Heart Institute have been nationally recognized for their speed in diagnosing and treating patients experiencing a heart attack.

Dodge a ball for baseball Get ready for some schoolyard games with Jerseyville Parks and Recreation Department (JPRD).

Sign up for the Co-ed Dodge Ball Tourney to benefit Jerseyville Little League on March 28-30 at the Susnig Center, located at 401 Mound Street, Jerseyville. The special event is open to all resident and non-resident 3rd graders and above. Price is $100 per team with a maximum of eight players on a roster. Divisions will include 3rd-7th, 8th-12th, Adult (18+) and Silver (55+). Teams will be guaranteed

at least three games. The earliest start times each day will be 6 p.m.

Friday, 9 a.m. Saturday and 1 p.m.

Sunday. Medals will be given to first and second place teams in youth divisions and a trophy to first place teams in adult divisions.

Registration fee is due at the time of registration and the deadline is Tuesday, March 25.

For more information or to learn how to register, please visit jerseyville-il.us/ParkRec/forms.htm, call JPRD at 618-498-2222 or email jerseyvilleparkandrec@gtec.com.

Women invited to enter the world of welding at LCCC Lewis and Clark Community College’s Corporate and Community Learning division is offering females the chance to explore the world of welding this March.

“This is a great opportunity for any woman who wants to try something that she may have never had the chance or ever thought about,” said Welding instructor Gailyn Cornell of Bunker Hill. “There is a lot of camaraderie between the women in the class. It’s a supportive, fun atmosphere, and I would encourage any woman to join us, even if it’s just to be able to tell someone that they are learning to weld and hear the reaction, which is usually, ‘You’re doing what?’”

This class is designed to provide the basic training needed to weld safely and effectively in a nonprofessional setting.

Participants will be introduced to the most common forms of arc welding and welding terminology with the primary focus on wire-feed welding. Safety glasses are provided; other safety equipment will need to be purchased and a list will be provided during the first session.

“From basic repairs to artistic creations, the possibilities with welding are endless,” Cornell said.

“Women may want to take this class to see if a career in welding is an option without making a big commitment. There have also been women who take the basic class for non-professional welders and

chose to register for full-time welding classes. Either way, the students who take this class will have a greater knowledge of the equipment and products for home or hobby use than many who weld professionally.

It’s also empowering to learn a new skill, particularly one that is considered male dominated.”

Cornell began working at the Lincoln Electric Company in 1979 and spent several years in technical sales, before earning the position of project manager and National Training Coordinator for retail sales. She was also branch service director and director of corporate outreach for a regional welding distributor.

“The job situation for welders is very good,” Cornell said. “Baby Boomers are retiring and creating more job opportunities. Welding is a skill that doesn’t rely on strength.

It’s a great opportunity for women because a technical skill levels the playing field when it comes to compensation.”

Welding for Women costs $79 and will meet four Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon March 8 – 29 at the college’s Godfrey campus. The registration deadline is Feb. 28.

For information on registering for any CCL offerings, call CCL Division Assistant Becky Moore at 618-468-5701. For a complete listing of Corporate and Community Learning offerings visit www. lc.edu/ccl.

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In photos: Lady Hawks soar way to state

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Patsy Coonrod drives past a West Central defender Thursday during the White Hall Class 1A Sectional at North Greene High School. The Lady Hawks' lone senior totaled nine points and a game-high 12 rebounds in a 50-43 win, but the guard missed the Jacksonville Super-Sectional Monday after sustaining a broken vertebrae in her neck during an automobile accident early Sunday in Carrollton.

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(Above) Carrollton junior Madison Mountain, center, basks in the applause of the Lady Hawks faithful Thursday at North Greene High School. Also pictured, left to right, are classmates Maddie Struble and McKenzie Ruyle and senior Patsy Coonrod seconds after Carrollton beat West Central to win its first sectional championship since the 2003-04 season. (Left) Lady Hawks junior Jessica Lake fights for possession of the basketball against South Fulton Monday during the Jacksonville Class 1A Super-Sectional at Illinois College. Lake scored her first points of the game in the form of two free throws with 2.1 seconds to play, giving Carrollton a 40-38 win and clinching a berth at the state tournament. censinger@campbellpublications.net

ROUNDUP: Regionals underway in Jacksonville, Bunker Hill (Continued from B10) Masters led all scorers with 22 points.

The Hawks are 24-5 overall this season and will play in the Bunker Hill Class 1A Regional semifinals after beating Mount Olive 64-34 Tuesday at Bunker Hill High School.

Leonard scored a game-high 25 points and Frye was next with 10 for Carrollton, which will face WIVC rival Calhoun at 8 p.m.

Wednesday in Bunker Hill. Topseeded Madison and Brussels will face off in the tournament's first semifinal Wednesday. The regional title game is set for 7 p.m. Friday.

—————————— The Greenfield-NW Tigers bounced back from their lone WIVC loss of the season in Carrollton with a 60-49 victory against their other Greene County

rival, North Greene, Friday in White Hall.

Connor Shade, a 6-foot-3 sophomore, scored 16 points on 7-of-9 shooting and Austin Plogger added 13 points to pace Greenfield-NW, which finished its regular season 23-3 overall and 8-1 in the WIVC. The Tigers capped their conference schedule with a 76-49 win against

Triopia Monday in Greenfield.

The 23 victories in a single season are a new school record for the Greenfield-NW boys basketball team.

The Tigers are the No. 1 seed at the Jacksonville Class 1A Regional. They'll face No. 4 New Berlin in a semifinal matchup at 6 p.m. Wednesday at Routt Catholic High School. The winner reserves a spot in the regional

title game — set for 7 p.m. Friday in Jacksonville.

—————————— The No. 3-seeded North Greene Spartans have hopes of setting up a rematch with Greenfield-NW in that Jacksonville Class 1A Regional.

The Spartans are one win away from reaching the regional title game after beating Waverly 60-48 Tuesday in a quarterfinal at Routt.

Reed Rusten and Connor Vincent scored a game-high-tying 20 points each, with 10 of Rusten's coming in the fourth quarter.

Nathan Randall was next for North Greene with eight points.

The 16-12 Spartans will face No. 2 seed Franklin in the regional semifinals at 8 p.m. Wednesday in Jacksonville. selliott@campbellpublications.net

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Hawks junior Cody Leonard approaches the basket for two of his 17 points against Greenfield-Northwestern Wednesday, Feb. 19, at Carrollton High School. The game was originally scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 4, but postponed to later in the season due to inclement weather in the area. That postponement forced Greenfield-NW to face both its county rivals on their home courts within one 48-hour window ending Friday in White Hall. The Tigers bounced back from a loss in Carrollton with a victory at North Greene. michaelrweaver.com

Greenfield-NW senior Patrick McWhorter floats a shot over the Hawks' Ethan Frye Wednesday, Feb. 18, at Carrollton High School. McWhorter finished with nine points on 3-of-5 shooting and six rebounds while Frye added 13 points on 5-of-7 shooting with five rebounds for the Hawks. Carrollton clinched the Western Illinois Valley Conference championship with the win and dealt the Tigers just their third loss of the season. With its latest victory — a 76-49 win against Triopia Monday in Concord — Greenfield-NW is 23-3 overall through the regular season.

Tigers senior Isaac Masters avoids contact from Carrollton's Cody Leonard Wednesday, Feb. 19, at Carrollton High School. Masters scored a game-high 22 points on 8-of-12 shooting to lead his team's effort. Greenfield-NW bounced back from its loss in Carrollton with a 60-49 win against North Greene Friday in White Hall. A 41-33 Tigers win on the road against Lincolnwood Saturday set a new GreenfieldNW record for the most wins in one season. The previous record was 22 ever since the 1990-91 team finished 22-7.

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LADY HAWKS: Class 1A state semifinal tips Friday in Normal (Continued from B10) with 19 points against South Fulton, including 10-of-14 free-throw shooting while grabbing seven rebounds.

"I think everybody knew they had to step up. Somebody had to take on Patsy’s points and everybody contributed to that," Struble said. "It wasn’t just a one-person effort. Everybody had to come together as one and we all did."

Despite being charged with two early fouls and missing most of the first half, Williams added seven points and as many rebounds

against South Fulton. Junior classmate McKenzie Ruyle totaled five points and six rebounds, Madison Mountain finished with four points and 10 rebounds and Lake and freshman Emily Struble chipped in two points and three rebounds each.

Already without one of its best play makers, Carrollton held its collective breath when Maddie Struble went down with an ankle injury in the midst of an 8-0 third-quarter run that gave the Lady Hawks the lead for good.

"I was really scared, but I couldn't

give up on [my teammates]," she said. "I had to get it taped up and get back in there."

Little-used bench players were forced into action and ended up giving Carrollton valuable minutes. "[Emily Struble], a freshman, stepped up great," Madson said.

"Hannah Robinson, another freshman, stepped up great. Those girls aren't freshmen anymore — they're sophomores... Losing Patsy, we had to change gears. Everyone had to grow up a little bit.

"Our juniors stepped up to be our seniors for next year," he

added. "It was a great game out of all the girls. We’re going to enjoy this [Monday] and enjoy this week. Come Friday, we’ll be prepared again."

The Lady Hawks will face 27-5 Moweaqua Central A&M at 12:15 p.m. Friday at Redbird Arena in Normal. Carrollton High School has cancelled Friday's classes so its students can attend the state tournament.

The Central A&M Lady Raiders are led by sophomore Ryan Dooley and junior Taylor Jordan who average 15.9 and

12.4 points per game, respectively.

Carrollton's preparation for the super-sectional was interrupted by the news that the Lady Hawks would be without Coonrod Monday.

"We had a shootaround walkthrough [Sunday] — we didn't get much accomplished," Madson said. "Our girls just weren't focused and the reason was they hadn't heard from Patsy." I told them she was fine, but after our walkthrough the girls went and saw her and got some closure. They got to see

that she'll be OK, so that was the biggest step."

Coonrod is expected to make a full recovery, but will be in a neck brace for at least six weeks, according to Madson.

"I'm not thinking about the next game yet," the coach said following Monday's super-sectional win. "We're going to enjoy this. Patsy's back at home — we're going to enjoy it for her.

I can't be more proud of the girls.

I'm speechless." selliott@campbellpublications.net

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(Above) Lynzee Kraushaar cheers on the Lady Hawks girls basketball team Monday at Illinois College's Bruner Center. (Below) Carrollton students, from left to right, Olivia Schnettgoecke, Nicholas Schmidt, Austin Bowman, Brayden Rhoades and Eric Steinacher react to an intential foul against Lady Hawks junior McKenzie Ruyle Monday at the Jacksonville Class 1A Super-Sectional. (Below left) Trent Harrellson celebrates a 3-pointer made

by Maddie Struble Monday at Illinois College. (Left) Struble reels in a rebound Monday in Jacksonville. censinger@campbellpublications.net

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Lady Hawks headed to state SAM ELLIoTT Greene Prairie Press For the first time since the 2003-04 season, the Carrollton High School girls basketball team is going to the state tournament.

They'll be there without their leader on the court.

Patsy Coonrod — team captain and the squad's lone senior this season — sustained a broken vertebrae in her neck during an automobile accident in which she was a passenger early Sunday.

Playing without Coonrod, Carrollton (24-6) clinched its spot at the state tournament by beating Astoria South Fulton 40-38 Monday at the Jacksonville Class 1A Super-Sectional at Illinois College's Bruner Center.

After South Fulton drew even with a three-point play with 17.5 second to play, Lady Hawks junior Jessica Lake drove the baseline and drew a whistle from the nearby official with 2.1 seconds remaining.

Whether or not Lake was fouled on the drive was a point of contention between the respective fan bases from Carrollton and Astoria.

"I couldn't really see anything," Lady Hawks head coach Brian Madson said.

"I’m looking through 10 girls and an official. I really didn’t see anything, but I know my girls are strong when they drive the baseline. For her to be knocked off like that, something had to have happened."

Lake, who hadn't scored or made a basket during the game's previous 1,917.9 seconds, made both free throws and South Fulton's desperation 3-pointer at the buzzer fell well short — clinching Carrollton a spot at the state tournament in Normal.

"My teammates were reassuring me.

I knew I could do it. We practice free throws all year," Lake said. "I was nervous. [The crowd] was crazy, but I zoned them out and my teammates reassured me. That's how I did it. We're doing it for Patsy."

Chants of "Patsy strong" rang out from midcourt during celebrations following the game and the Lady Hawks' senior guard was on the hearts and minds of her Carrollton coach and teammates.

"Sunday, waking up to a text saying Patsy's done, I was scared. I was nervous," Madson said. "I was comfortable going in and I was still confident that our girls could do it, but losing our leading scorer and leading rebounder definitely plays tricks on your mind. The biggest thing was our girls stayed focused. They played their hearts out for Patsy. They’re all best friends on the team — every single one of them. They’d do anything for each other, so I’m very proud of the way they came together."

Coonrod scored nine points and grabbed a game-high 12 rebounds to help the Lady Hawks win a 50-43 decision against Western Illinois Valley

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Greene County scores, results Girls basketball Jacksonville Class 1A Super-Sectional

> > 2/24 — Carrollton 40

Astoria South Fulton 38

White Hall Class 1A Sectional Championship game

> > 2/20 — Carrollton 50

West Central 43

Boys basketball Bunker Hill Class 1A Regional Quarterfinal

> > 2/25 — No. 2 Carrollton 64 No. 7 Mount olive 34

Jacksonville Class 1A Regional Quarterfinal

> > 2/25 — No. 3 North Greene 60 No. 6 Waverly 48

> > 2/24 — Greenfield-NW 76 Triopia 49

> > 2/22 — Greenfield-NW 41 Lincilnwood 33

> > 2/21 — Greenfield-NW 60 North Greene 49

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> > 2/20 — Carrollton 70

McKenzie Ruyle, Maddie Struble, Rachel Williams, Madison Mountain and Patsy Coonrod embrace in celebration following Carrollton's 50-43 win against West Central in the White Hall Class 1A Sectional championship game Thursday at North Greene High School. The Lady Hawks beat Astoria South Fulton 40-38 Monday at the Jacksonville Class 1A Super-Sectional to clinch the program's first state tournament berth since the 2003-04 season. censinger@campbellpublications.net

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Conference rival West Central in her last game Thursday in the White Hall Class 1A Sectional championship game at North Greene High School.

It was the Lady Hawks' first sectional title since the 2004-05 season.

"Patsy’s got a motor and I’m never going to hold her back," Madson said.

"She just has an eye for the basket and if she sees it, she’s going. That’s what she’s been about her whole career. She’s a leader."

game-best 15 points on 6-of-8 shooting with five rebounds and classmate Madison Mountain added 11 points and six rebounds against West Central.

Without Coonrod — the Lady Hawks' leading scorer and rebounder this season averaging 11.3 points and 7.75 rebounds per game — in the lineup Monday, her teammates stepped up to fill the void.

Junior Maddie Struble led all scorers

Carrollton led West Central by as many as nine points in the fourth quarter, but the Lady Cougars got to within two points at 42-40 with 2:46 to play.

Immediately following a Lady Hawks timeout, Coonrod drove to the hoop for a layup that padded Carrollton's lead entering the game's final stretch.

"She senses things going wrong and she takes that upon herself and she gets the job done," Madson said.

Junior Rachel Williams scored a

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Tigers set school record with 23rd win SAM ELLIoTT Greene Prairie Press The Hawks boys basketball team completed its undefeated run through the Western Illinois Valley Conference 9-0 this season, surpassing one of its toughest tests with a 64-52 win when Greene County rival Greenfield-Northwestern visited Wednesday, Feb. 19, at Carrollton High School.

A 70-54 win against the Illinois School for the Deaf Thursday in Jacksonville capped Carrollton's conference-championship run.

"It's huge," Ethan Frye, the Hawks' lone senior this season, said. "This is the second time coach [Jeff Krumwiede] has done it undefeated. That's really big for our program and our team."

The matchup with Greenfield-Northwestern — originally scheduled for Feb. 4, but postponed due to inclement weather — became a de facto WIVC championship game after it was moved to later in the season.

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Luke Gillingham avoids GreenfieldNorthwestern defenders as he drives through the lane Wednesday, Feb. 19, at Carrollton High School. The Hawks won a 64-25 decision against the rival Tigers and finished the regular season 9-0 within the Western Illinois Valley Conference with a 70-54 win against the Illinios School for the Deaf Thursday in Jacksonville. michaelrweaver.com

That made for a crowded and noisy Carrollton High School gym.

"It was such a great atmosphere," Hawks junior Luke Palan said. "We haven't had an atmosphere like that since the state run my freshman year. It was nuts."

Palan scored 19 points to lead Carrollton, which came out playing with confidence early and led 28-16 by halftime.

"I think we came out looking like a team expecting to win," Krumwiede said. "We got them on their heels a little bit and it really looked like they were the underdog instead of us.

"I thought Palan had some fire in his eyes," the coach added. "All of our guys did a great job at the beginning of the game and really through the first three quarters."

Frye, normally the Hawks' sixth man, was inserted into the starting lineup against Greenfield-NW and scored eight of his 13 points in the first half.

"I thought I was going to come off the bench, but coach started me and that really got me going," he said. "There were so many people here and it was just a great atmosphere in a big game. I knew I had to come out and play hard."

Junior Cody Leonard added 17 points, including 15 in the second half, on 8-of-12 shooting. Classmate Jacob Smith also finished with double-digit scoring, adding 11 points. Greenfield-NW senior Isaac (See ROUNDUP, B8)

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> > 2/24 — Eighth grade: North

Greene def. Pittsfield 25-16, 25-19

Notes: Madison Evans five kills, three service points, two assists; Deeleny Bell three kills, six service points; Kaylie Rhoades two kills, two service points; Britani Clanton nine service points, two assists; Elizabeth Wells six service points; Bree Barnard four service points; Madison Evans three service points; Haylee Brickey one service point

> > 2/24 — Seventh grade: North

Greene def. by Pittsfield 27-25, 25-17, 25-16

Notes: Madison McClenning six kills, two service points; Jessica Jilg two kills, nine service points, one assist; Mallory Rogers two kills, 13 service points, one assist; Maice Clanton two kills, three assists, two service points; Kendy Landreth two kills, one service point, Madilyn Gilmore one kill, five service points, Alexis Gutherie one kill, five service points

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North Greene High School's Marcus VanMeter rises for a layup near the rim earlier this season in White Hall. The junior scored nine points, but the Spartans were edged by Greenfield-Northwestern 60-49 Friday in their regular season finale.

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owners surveyed for the 2013 report who added a backup power generator recouped more of their investment than in previous years. That's likely because heavily publicized storms, such as Superstorm Sandy in late 2012, have forced homeowners and prospective homeowners to place a greater emphasis on being prepared for such storms.

Among the upscale projects surveyed, none recouped more of a homeowner's investment than replacing existing siding with fiber-cement siding. Homeowners who financed such a project recouped 79.3 percent of the project's cost, placing it just ahead of a garage door replacement, which recouped an average of 75.2 percent of its cost.

After years of many home improvement projects recouping little of their initial costs at resale, the tide finally seems to be turning for homeowners.

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The residents of Dripping Springs Subdivision in Hardin are happy to welcome Luke and Rachel Hillen and their darling little daughter to that area. The Hillens purchased the beautiful home of Drs. Vincent and Janet Zata following Dr. Zata’s retirement. The Zata’s are now in their native Philippine Islands doing volunteer medical work. In a few months they will return to the States. Calhoun County was very fortunate to have these two fine doctors serve the area for many dedicated years.

NEW LISTING – Nice 3 bedrm, 1 bath home on 1.5 acres. Terrific views. Hardin Large 1 bdrm cabin with river frontage. Michael.

1.8 acre lot. with road frontage. Ideal area ready to build on. Batchtown Small quaint cabin overlooking the Ill. River sitting on 5 secluded Hardin town lots.

5.7 acres and adjoining 3.6 acres may be available.

141 acre farm consisting of tillable land, gentle sloping pasture land, woodland and ponds.

Included is a newly renovated 2 story farm home with separate apartment with bsmt. This secluded farm is an ideal weekend getaway. North Calhoun 100 ft lot with river frontage and boat ramp. Hamburg 150 acre pristine producing farm with outbuilding. Easy access. Ample wooded land for hunting. Owner financing available. North Calhoun Med size 3 bdrm home on 1 acre. Batchtown 34 acre productive farm with excellent views of the Miss. River. River frontage. One of a kind listing. Golden Eagle 15 acres woodland with easy access from major county rd. Golden Eagle

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WOW!! This 2 bedroom home with full basement leaves nothing to be done. All windows have been replaced, new wiring, all new light fixtures, remodeled bath and so much more. Freshly painted.

Move-in ready!! #70625 $89,900 Agent: Mindy Woelfel 946-0434

409 BAXTER AVE., JERSEYVILLE

Cute 2 bedroom home with lots of updates. Well landscaped yard compliments this home located on a corner lot. #70655 $56,900 Agent: David Loy 535-6039

31126 TERRY PARK RD., PALMYRA

Golfer?? Conveniently located just north of course. 1 level ranch living located on lake and 5.86 acres. 2330 sq. ft., 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with 2 car garage, oversized kitchen, vaulted ceilings, fireplace and more. Additional 12.79 acres with double wide, 42x54 pole barn available. Call for details. #70405 $219,900 Agent: Michael Paslay 530-7355

109 BRADFORD PL., JERSEYVILLE Great home in established West Point subdivsion. Home features granite countertops, cherry cabinets, 3 Bedrooms, 3 baths, huge family room in lower level, plus optional office or bedroom. NOT a drive by, call for an appointment. #70705 $225,000 Agents: Sonja Shaw 535-1899 Whitney McIver 531-2256

1017 W. HICKORY, JERSEYVILLE

Don’t miss this 3 bedroom home with newer roof and air conditioner. Room for storage with a two car garage and storage shed in back yard. Call today for more details. #70555 $84,500 Agent: Mindy Woelfel 946-0434

23 COVE DR., BRIGHTON Get on Briarwood Lake!! Nice sized bi-level family home with 3 bedrooms, 2 ½ bath and 2 car garage, plus 2 tiered decks to pool and fenced backyard and only steps from 111 ft. of waterfront.

Wood burning stone fireplace in family room. Lots to offer. Home warranty provided. #70475 $139,900 Agent: Michael Paslay 530-7355

319 MOUNDS, JERSEYVILLE This 3 bedroom ranch sits on a corner lot in a very quiet neighborhood. Large bath features a double sink vanity. Outdoor patio is a great place to chill and relax!!! Call today!! #70825 $83,500 Agent: Whitney McIver 531-2256

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Freedom Lane, Jerseyville Luxurious Senior Living - new construction. 2 or 3 bedroom available, 2 car attached garage. Reasonable association fees include lawn care and grounds maintenance, snow removal. Floorplans available for new construction.

Call Roger Starting at $167,000

906 High, Jerseyville 3 Bed, 1 Bath. This is clean move-in ready home on a corner lot. Lots of fresh paint and new kitchen flooring.

One car garage with extra depth. Large laundry room with lots of storage. Cute little starter/retirement home.

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607 E. Fairgrounds, Jerseyville 2 Bed, 1 Bath on a large corner lot. Nice little starter or investment property. $26,000

603 Snedeker, Jerseyville 3 bed, 2 bath on a corner lot. Great starter or investment property.

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1003 Mulberry, Jerseyville 2 bed, 2 bath, just remodeled, and move-in ready. Has fenced back yard and shed.

Call Stacey $65,000

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Get some space between your neighbors on 1.86 acres just outside of town with that rural feel. Plus have access to the large lakefront for fishing, paddle boating and just relaxing and recreation. Like new, large 4 bedroom, 4 bath ranch home with country porch and party deck overlooking the above ground pool and lake. A lot of home and a beautiful location at a great price!! #70225 $239,900 Agent: Michael Paslay 530-7355

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www.homesofamericarealty.com NEW LISTING!! - LUXURY CONDO With Magnificent View Of Mississippi River Stunning Living Room (22x22) With Entry Foyer & Fireplace - Queen’s Kitchen And Two Huge Bedrooms - At Present Time Second Bedroom Serves As Custom Home Office - 1 Car Garage Parking Space - Elevators - LOFT LIVING AT IT’S BEST! - $248,900 - #4301558 - Call Listing Agent LAURIE RAFTOPOULOS - 618-550-5542 - ALBY STREET - ALTON LOVELY 2 BEDROOM HOME - Just Waiting For New Owner - Beautiful Hardwood Floors - Tile In Spacious Eat-In Kitchen - Patio Doors Overlooking Deck and Landscaped Yard - Maintenance Free Vinyl Siding - Gas F/A Heat - Central Air - Great West Side Location! - $77,900 - #4300348 Call Listing Agent SUSAN KIRCHNER - 618-779-7421 DON’T DRIVE BY! - We’ve Found The Perfect 3 Bedroom Ranch Home In Inviting Family Neighborhood - Let Me Show You This Lovely Home With Spacious Rooms - Eat-In Kitchen With Stove & Refrigerator - Attached Garage - ONLY $79,900 - #4215380 - Ask For Listing Agent PAM ROADY - 618-535-2914 - IMMEDIATE POSSESSION!! - HOME WARRANTY ALL BRICK HOME ON NEARLY 2 ACRES - Priced To Sell! - Massive Brick Fireplace - 3 Bedrooms - 2 Baths - 2 Baths - 2 Car Garage - Ample Closets & Storage - Whole House Fan - Full Basement - Window Clad Rooms Create Tremendous View - Great Location - $145,000 - #4300043 - Call Listing Agent SUSAN KIRCHNER For More Information 618-779-7421

MOVE-IN READY! - 3 Bedroom 1 1/2 Story Home In Super Location - Just About Everything Has Been Cleaned, Painted Or Replaced - Price Includes Stove, Refrigerator, & Area Rug - Big Fenced Yard - Full Basement - Garage - Home Warranty - $59,500 - #4217697 - Call Listing Agent/Owner DENNIS KESSLER 618-593-2184 - HOME WARRANTY

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157 Highland Ave. Carrollton $69,000

3 Bedroom, 2 bath home situated on two lots. Home features eat in kitchen. Appliances stay. 2 lots, fenced back yard, utility shed stays.

Directions: Rt. 67 North into Carrollton, right on Sycamore go to 3rd turn right go 1 block, turn left on Highland. Kim Frazer 618-535-2262

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501 Easton St. Jerseyville $77,900

2 Bedroom log home on private corner lot with white pines surrounding back yard. Open concept kitchen/family room. Recently updated full bath.

Off kitchen, door opens to a 2 level deck. Full walkout basement with lots of storage and laundry hook up. Directions: Rt. 16 West to Baxter. Baxter to Easton. Home on corner of Easton & Lincoln. Kim Frazer 618-535-2262

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1122 Sumner St. Jerseyville $65,000

Darling Home –Clean, quiet starter home. 2 bedroom, 1 Bath features newer kitchen, bath, 50x100 lot and 8x10 storage shed.

Directions: East Fairgrounds to Sumner. House on the corner of Fairgrounds and Sumner. Karen Bertman 618-535-6044

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Move on in ! Nice 2 bedroom 1 full bath home. Tastefully decorated in pleasing paint colors & newer carpeting. This home features front loading stack washer and dryer that stays along with fridge, microwave & stove.

Nice 50x100 corner lot and partial basement. Directions: North State Street, make left on Hollow, Make right on Liberty, make left on Lott. Home on Corner of Lott & Liberty. Kim Frazer 618-535-2262

604 Osage St. Jerseyville $75,000

3 Bedroom, 2 bath home with over sized 3 car garage with floored attic space. Directions: North State St. to Right on County Rd. Left on Osage.

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111 Essex Jerseyville $118,000

Turn of the century charmer! Home features 2 fireplaces, 3 baths, 3 bedrooms, hardwood floors, spacious living room, spacious family room, dining area, kitchen with island & built in range. Full basement, large deck and large lot. Over 3,000 sq ft. of living space. Directions: State St. to E. Pearl st. Go to Giddings make a left turn right onto Short Street. Kim Frazer 618-535-2262

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1003 Westlake Dr. Jerseyville $143,500

103 Roberts St. Jerseyville $59,500

Partially remodeled 2 bedroom/1 bath with new cabinets and counter top. New hardwood floors thru out and new linoleum in bath. Great starter or rental property. Fenced in back yard with storage shed. Directions: W. Carpenter St. turn right on Baxter Ave. Take 2nd left onto W. Spruce St. Take 1st right onto Roberts St. House on right. Karen Bertman 618-535-6044

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1108 Westlake Dr. Jerseyville $192,500

Wonderful retirement spot. Golf, lunch and close to all the activity. All brick, 3 bedroom, 2 baths, eat in kitchen with adjoining rec. room and covered porch. Full basement 2,054 sq ft. 93x132 Lot size . Directions: RT. 67 to W. Woodlawn to right Westlake Dr. Karen Bertman 618-535-6044

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414 Short St. Jerseyville $178,500

2 bedroom, 1 bath home open kitchen & dining area. Large living room with foyer entry, laminated flooring. Nice laundry area. Nicely landscaped and fenced back yard. Location close to businesses. Directions: South State St to Essex. Home on right. Kim Frazer 618-535-2262

309 Pleasant St. Jerseyville $129,900

Lovely home with 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, 2 kitchens, with above ground pool and hot tub with nice decking. Fenced in yard. Home can be two separate living spaces. Upstairs was rented out for $700 a month or easily could be on home. Lots of space. Directions: State St. to Snedeker St. to Right on Pleasant St. Connie Hayes 618-535-6784

Westlake country club, vacation 9 months out of the year. Golf, swimming, and dining. 3 bedrooms, 4 baths, see thru fireplace, fabulous kitchen, privacy brick wall patio, finished basement.

2,872 sq ft. 113x120 lot size. Directions: Rt. 67 to W. Woodlawn to right Westlake Dr. Karen Bertman 618-535-6044

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24 Oakwood Pl. Jerseyville $168,500

3 bedroom 3 baths 1,639 sq ft., lot size 103x164, updated kitchen and bath, hardwood floors, fireplace, beautiful yard. Move in condtion. Directions: 67N.to E. Fairgrounds to Oakwood PL. On the corner of Davis and Oakwood Karen Bertman 618-535-6044

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25019 Natalie Ln. Jerseyville $322,000

1113 Reddish Dr. Jerseyville $165,000

Beautiful Kitchen with appliances and granite counter tops for her.

Garage 30x48 for him. 3 Bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 fireplaces and 2,220 sq ft. 160x120 lot. Close to all the activity. Directions: North State St. to E Fairgrounds, 1st turn on right on Reddish. Karen Bertman 618-535-6044

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26025 Airport Rd. Dow $139,900

Brick ranch centrally located between Jerseyville & Alton. 3 bedroom, (possible 4 with bonus room) 2 bath home. Nice kitchen with open dining area. Living room with lots of natural lighting. Situated on .75 acres m/l.

Attached oversized 1 car garage. Tastefully decorated and landscaped.

Directions: Rt. 109 south from Jerseyville. Home on corner of Rt 109 and Airport Rd. Kim Frazer 618-535-2262

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401 E Fairgrounds Ave. Jerseyville $187,500

3,115 sq ft., 5 acres +/-, 4 bedrooms, 5 baths, 2 fireplaces, 3 phase electric, wired for generator, barn and lake. Stately Victorian Home in city limits. Directions: 67N to E Fairgrounds Ave. House on the left.

Karen Bertman 618-535-6044

Awesome Custom Home on 1.96 acres. 3 bedrooms on main level, 3 baths, open kitchen, dining and living room. Solid 6 panel doors throughout. Full finished basement with family room, bonus room, game room/office, laundry and safe room. Above ground pool, large deck, attached garage and detached garage. Directions: Rt 67 North to E Fairgrounds, turn left on Witt Mill Rd. go to White Rose Ln. make right on White Rose, then left on Natalie. Kim Frazer 618-535-2262

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Jersey Community District 100 school system. 2,580 Sq ft., .62 acres lot, 3 bedroom, 3 bath home on lake, gas fireplace, lg. eat-in kitchen, big deck, main floor laundry. Extra large 2 car garage. Great home in nice farm area setting. Directions: Rt. 109/ Rt. 3 towards Alton. Subdivision on right in the back of Spruce Ct. Karen Bertman 618-535-6044

1.27 acres, 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 fireplaces, 2 screened in porches one with hot tub. Fenced in yard, walk out basement, dry bar and fireplace in spacious rec room. Open floor plan. Directions: State Hwy 109 House is 1.5 miles on the right. Karen Bertman 618-535-6044

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31700 Irish Ln. Brighton $169,900

26603 Spruce Ct. Godfrey $225,000

20403 State Hwy 109 Jerseyville $218,000

Country Charmer situated on 1 acre m/l. 3 bedroom, 2 full bath home.

Features wood burning fireplace in living room, updated kitchen, spacious dining, full basement, forced gas heat /AC. 2 level decking above ground pool. Close to 67 expansion- easy access to 255. Directions: Rt 67 to Brighton Rd. turn off Brighton Rd. to Lagemann Rd to Irish Ln. Home first on left. Kim Frazer 618-535-2262

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2442 Seminary Rd. Brighton $589,500

Don’t miss out! Possibilities are endless on this 28+ acres. Yes 2 very nice homes adjoining the beautiful view and 7 acre lake. Main home is 2,000 sq ft. , 2nd home is 1,300 sq ft. Paved driveway street lighting, plus 30x50 pole bard and work area. Enjoy your evening in the gazebo by the lake.

Woods, pasture, and much much more. Directions: Brighton to Brown Rd. turn right on Seminary Rd. 1st left onto paved drive.

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26087 Bethany Church Rd. Kane $123,000

RR 601 Box 84 Kane $119,500

3 bedroom, 2 bath home situated on 2 acres m/l. Lots of updates, spacious living room, covered front porch, 2 car attached garage. Forced gas heat/central air. Directions: 67 North out of Jerseyville, Make left on Kane Rd. First house on right. Kim Frazer 618-535-2262

2005 Lincoln Pk. Manufactured home, 2,040 sq ft. on 1 acre. Open floor plan, living room, dining, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths. 20x24 deck. 27x40 detached garage. Great Location!. Directions: Rt 16 W to Central Rd. 3 miles, central becomes Bethany Church Rd. House on left approx 1 mile.

Karen Bertman 618-535-6044

1004 Mallard Ct. Grafton $249,900

This home has everything you need & more. Features 3 bedrooms, 4 baths, situated on large corner lot. Inviting master suite with walk in closet with master bath plus. 2nd floor laundry, 2 fireplaces, 29x19 pergola covered patio, beautifully landscaped yard. Oversized play area with play gym. 2 car attached garage. Directions: Rt. 3 to Grafton Hills Dr. turn right on Sandpiper. House on corner of Mallard Ct. Kim Frazer 618-535-2262

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Roberta says she has a great team of professional brokers that she feels honored to have working with her. Karen Bertman, Kim Frazer, Connie Hayes, Charlene Morgan, Roberta Wallace Managing Broker 618-535-5820

Sue Beach, Nikki Guymon, Molly Farmer, Brad Stockstill and Bob Jones.

As a team we are Century 21 House Center Plus and WE stand by our Gold Standard.

Meet Our Team Of Professional Brokers Connie has been a licensed Realtor/Broker for the past 17 years. She is married to Tony Hayes and they have two children, Brandon (Lara) Hayes & Lindsay (Jeff) Royer. They also have two adorable grandchildren Noel and Jack.

Connie is a famConnie Hayes ily person and Broker that is why she 618-535-6784 enjoys real estate so much.

She loves to connect families with the perfect home. Connie is constantly educating herself and keeping up with all the latest Real Estate information. Connie prides herself on honesty and integrity and would love the opportunity to work with all buyers and sellers to give them the best real estate experience they could have.

Karen is a lifelong resident of Jerseyville, married to Robert Bertman and has two children: Joanie(Mike) Steckel & Mrs. Janie(Joseph) DeSherlia. They have 5 Granddaughters and 4+ Great Grandchildren. Bob and Karen were in his Karen Bertman family’s owned Broker clothing business 618-535-6044 and retired from that in 1998.

Shortly after that she went in to the real estate business: Working for Thomas Edwards, local real estate firm and now Century 21 House Center Plus. Karen would be privileged to share with you the interest, excitement and expertise she acquired in Real Estate in the past 16 years.

Kim is a Broker/ GRI Graduate and multi-million dollar producer. Kim has been a 33 year resident of Jerseyville since her marriage to lifelong Jersey County resident Herb Frazer.

Kim was born and raised in neighboring Greene County, and has strong connections with both Kim Frazer counties. Kim has 3 Broker beautiful daughters 618-535-2262 Callie, Maggie, & Emily, 2 awesome son-n-laws, Josh Singleton, and Steve Bick and a wonderful new granddaughter Amelia Grace.

Kim has been in Real Estate 10 years and enjoys working with both buyers and sellers. She prides herself by keeping current with market trends and techniques. Kim looks forward to serving you and your family with any or all of your future real estate needs.

Charlene is the mother of Shelley (Mark) Fry of Jerseyville. They have 2 children, Grant and Alec.

Charlene has a son Wayne Perdun (Victoria ) who have 3 children Zac, Grace and Anna. Charlene has enjoyed her career and appreciates her Charlene Morgan clients, family Broker and friends that 618-535-0071 have always supported and been there for her. She is looking forward to working with past and present clients, still ready to work as she has in the past years.

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She is married to Matthew Guymon and they have 4 wonderful sons. Nikki has worked for Century 21 House Center Plus for 8 years as a Realtor/Broker and Nikki is also the administrative Nikki Guymon assistant to the Broker Managing Bro618-946-1999 ker.

She loves working with computers and keeping up to date on all the newest real estate technology that keeps all of us up to date on the newest real estate programs/software.

Sue grew up in Jerseyville.

In 2009 she retired as the Executive Director of the Quincy School Library and returned to Jerseyville. She is involved with the Jersey County Business Association, the Dr. Silas Hamilton Chapter DAR, Sue Beach Jersey County Broker Historical Soci618-946-4618 ety, Jerseyville Rotary Club and is an active member of the First Baptist Church. She is excited to make real estate a second career. She loves working with people and trying to help them find the perfect home.

Brad worked in the banking industry for 12 years and has an understanding of the process involved with purchasing real estate. Brad is currently involved with the farming community and can help secure buyers for your farm land.

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2008 DODGE CHARGER SXT

2009 FORD FUSION SEL 4DR

2010 CHEVY MALIBU LT 4DR

2010 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY TOURING VAN

$14,995

$13,995

$16,995

Full Power, Leather #11299

Full Power, Certified #74846A

2007 FORD EDGE SUV 4X4

LEATHER, FULL POWER #750198

$14,995

4 cyl.,Full Power, #11295

Back-Up Camera, Full Power #11172

2012 CHEVROLET IMPALA

V6, Bucket Seats, Sunroof #11232

$16,995

3rd row seating, certified #74555A

Super Gas Saver. Full Power #75115A

V6, Full Power #75060A

$13,995

2013 DODGE AVENGERS

Several to choose from

$14,995

Full Power #11339

Leather, Full Power #11241

Full Power, Leather, Sunroof #75129B

2004 RAM PICKUP SLT

2013 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SXT

Hemi, 4x4 #74936A

Hemi, 4x4 #11326

Full Power, Alum. Wheels #11236A

4 cyl, Full Power, #11328

2013 CHRYSLER 200’s

Several to choose from

$14,995

Full Power, Chrysler Certified #11325

$19,995

Full Power, Chrysler Certifeid #74621A

Full power #11319

Loaded, Leather #74661A

2006 DODGE CHARGER R/T

Leather, dvd, Loaded #74662A

$15,995

2009 KIA RONDO

LX, 4 cy., Full Power #74446A

$10,995

2012 CHRYSLER 200’S & DODGE AVENGERS

Several to choose from

$13,995

All prices are plus tax, title, license and doc fee. Dealer not responsible for errors in advertisiment. Actual vehicle colors may vary.

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