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Obituaries in this issue: Barnes, Bradsahw, Brower, Bobzien, Chamberlain, Hannel, Hughey, Lawber, Martinez.

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Wyatt Baker, right, son of Brian and Rachel Baker of Pittsfield, patiently waits for his John Deere toy at Arends Awe in Perry Saturday morning. Santa Claus arrived at the store in a big green tractor and many area children got to sit on his lap and tell him what they want for Christmas this year.

By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press The filing period for candidates wishing to run for local races is drawing near. Those wishing to run for village, city or school boards may begin filing the petitions Monday, Dec. 15. Petitions have been available since Sept. 23 for those wishing to run. A change in election law requires those wishing to run for school boards to file their petitions in the county clerk’s office anywhere between Monday, Dec.15 and Monday, Dec. 23. Those wishing to run for a town, village or city office will still file with the clerk of the municipality of which they are wishing to run. So far, the indication is that few races will be contested. On the Pikeland School Board, Al Brokaw, Brian Daniels, Phil Hoover and Mike Gerard are all incumbents and have indicated they plan to run. For the Pleasant Hill School Board, John Picone, Lonnie Robinson and Doug Damon have terms that are expiring and all have indicated they plan to run for re-election. At the Western School

District, Chris Borrowman, Tara Hart, Koran Raif and Debbie Rennecker all have terms that are expiring. There has been no indication which Western board members plan to run or any other candidates interested. Griggsville-Perry will have three spots opening – Larry Bradshaw, Tracy Flowers and Bobbi Jo McCarter. No one is sure who has taken out petitions in the district. In the county’s four main cities, only Pittsfield has a contested race so far. Nathan Davis, a newcomer to the political scene, has taken out a petition in Pittsfield’s Ward IV. Bill Schiewe is the alderman in that ward whose term is expiring. Uncontested so far in Pittsfield are Paul Lennon, Ward I; Ed Knight, Ward II; Kevin Ketchum, Ward I ( filling out an unexpired term) and Robert Ritchart, Ward III, also filling out an unexpired term. Griggsville also has openings. Steve Kessinger, Scott Bradshaw and Tom Ruble have terms that are expiring.; no information available on if they are planning to run. The election is April 2, 2015.

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Businesses grapple with drop in numbers By Bob Crossen Pike Press Local businesses and charitable organizations are feeling a squeeze from the reduction in deer harvest totals from the year’s first shotgun season. Numbers have been declining in some areas for the past two years due to epizootic hemorrhagic disease (EHD) and a number of other contributing factors. The first season this year had particularly poor harvest numbers due, in most part, to the weather, Tim Krumwiede, district wildlife biologist based in Pittsfield, said. “I hunted a little bit myself each day and I can tell you that in west central Illinois if we were rating optimum harvest weather on a scale of one to 10, we’d be pushing it to get a six,” Krumwiede said. “With it being really colder than most people like on Friday morning and with rain most of the day Sunday, that was going to depress hunter time spent in the field.” He said populations numbers do not seem to be a problem as hunters are reporting seeing a lot of deer in the Pike County area, which often attracts

high volumes of hunters each year. The number of hunters visiting the area, however, has been dropping since the county’s hunting heyday, he said.

“With it being really colder than most people like on Friday morning and with rain most of the day Sunday, that was going to depress hunter time spent in the field.”

Tim Krumwiede District wildlife biologist Having worked for more than 20 years in the area with IDNR, he recalled families having hunting gatherings during deer season and outside tourists would visit because it was practically a sure thing to snag a deer in the county.

But that volume of hunters has dwindled, not only as interest has faded, but also with reductions in the number of permits issued by the state for the shotgun deer season. The number of permits nearly halved in some counties when compared to last year. The change was a way for IDNR to control the population in the face of EHD. Despite the disease, Krumwiede said he was still able to find a lot of deer on his hunts, but he noted some areas are still suffering. “I’ve talked to some people in Pike County who still say they’re seeing the effect of the disease die-offs we’ve had and the population reductions that we’re seeing statewide,” Krumwiede said. Drops in harvest numbers were noticed in surrounding counties as well, with Calhoun seeing a drop of nearly 80 deer harvested. Jersey and Scott counties hovered around the 75 mark while the biggest drops were noticed in Greene and Pike counties. Harvest numbers in Pike fell by nearly 160 deer and Greene was not far behind with a decrease of

130. Louie Pearse, Solo Deer Processing owner in Kane, said his business has felt the slip in deer harvests in the past two years. Processing deer is becoming a difficult business to maintain as hunters are starting to do the processing themselves to save money. “We’ll know more after the second season, but as far as right now, it’s just holding its own,” Pearse said. “It takes a lot to go through here with all the spices and stuff. By the time you get through it, you’re making a skim off the top. … Some people are starting to cut the deer off the bones themselves, and then they’ll be bringing it in after.” With the decline in demand for processing and fewer deer to process overall, sustaining the business has required frugal practices and personal perseverance. Bob Holcomb, owner of Bob’s Red Fox in Pleasant Hill, said his processing numbers have also been dropping. His business, however, also provides groceries to locals which has been able (See, drop, A2)

Residents have first look at Grain Belt Express proposal

Holiday Events Barry December 11 - 6:30 p.m. Western High and Junior High Choirs Holiday Concert in the Western High School Gym The Barry Community Chorus will present the annual Christmas cantata “Darkness into Light, Sunday, December 14th at 7:30 p.m. at the Barry United Methodist Church on Perry Street. Griggsville The Class of 2016 is hosting Breakfast with Santa Dec. 13 from 8-11 a.m. at the high school cafeteria. The meal will be a free will donation. Breakfast will include (See, events, A2)

By JUSTIN A. COBB Pike Press Residents of Scott and Pike got their first in-depth look at the proposed Grain Belt Express Clean Line at public informational meetings hosted by the project’s developers Thursday and Friday morning, respectively. Sixty-five attendees signed in Thursday morning at the Nimrod Funk Building in Winchester, while 180 signed in Friday morning at the Pittsfield American Legion, according to Aaron Chambers of ThompsonWeir LLC, a Springfield- and Chicago-based governmental affairs and public relations firm hired by the GBECL. The GBECL is a proposed high-voltage direct current transmission line that would convey wind-generated electric-

ity from wind farms in western Kansas to energy markets in the Midwest and East Coast. Project developers expect the proposed transmission line would convey 13 billion watts of wind-generated electricity to 1.4 million homes, produced by “several thousand acres” of wind farms in western Kansas at a cost of two cents per kilowatthour, according to Mark Lawlor, GBECL development director. The project has not yet signed contracts with wind farms, as the developers are awaiting regulatory approval and the issuance of permits in the affected states before construction of the project will commence, according to Lawlor. “I can’t sell a contract to move power when I haven’t demonstrated I have the right to do so,” Lawlor said. The proposed transmission (See, proposal, A2)

Ruble returns from semester in India By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press Adam Ruble, son of Paul and Patti Ruble of Pittsfield, recently returned home from spending a semester abroad studying in India. Ruble and 15 other students who attend colleges that belong to the Association of Colleges of the Midwest took the opportunity to study in a foreign country. Ruble is a senior at Monmouth College. “Most students choose Europe,” Ruble said. “I would be comfortable going to Europe by myself, but I would not India. This trip was very structured. There was always someone there to help me find my way, tell me what to eat, what not to eat and understand the culture.” Ruble said he was in Pune, a city in the state of Maharashta, in India.

“It was an interesting place,” Ruble said. “India is smaller than the continental

“They are very close to their families. They depend on their family structure a lot more than we do in the United States.”

Adam Ruble Study abroad student United States but it has 1.2 billion people in it.” The population of the United States is 306,675,006, according to the 2010 census. “The traffic is crazy there,” he said.

“There were times when it would take 10-15 minutes to cross the road.” Ruble said the noise was overbearing at times but at other times was very enjoyable. “They have a lot of festivals,” he said. “Ganesh is one of the gods they worship and they have a big festival for him. They dance in the streets and play these big drums.” (See, ruble, A2) Submitted photo

Although he was in India to study, Adam Ruble still found time to do some “touristy” things, like visit the Taj Mahal and ride a camel. Ruble said he chose to do his semester abroad in India because it was a country that he felt needed structure when visiting and not a choice for an independent visit. C

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Two Green Belt Express Clean Line employees, left and right, answer questions for three participants of a public informational meeting Friday morning at the Pittsfield American Legion. This was among the first of three rounds of such meetings, one of which was held in Winchester the previous day. The next round of public meetings will be in early February.

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(Continued from A1) to hold up the slack from the processing business. Much like Pearse, he said the dip has been noticeable for the past two years, and he attributed part of that fall to EHD which had killed off a good portion of the population. “I don’t think that the volume of hunters is in the area as in year’s past, so our sales have been down,” Holcomb said. “There’s a lot of combinations at play. I think that the disease that was in the area has taken its toll on the deer population. I think the weather played a toll on this season’s harvest.” The drop has been especially hard on Access Illinois Outdoors Access Food campaign in Pike County where deer donations were more common in year’s past. With fewer harvested deer, Pittsfield’s Brenda Middendorf, Two Rivers Resource Conservation and Development, said the organization has had to look outside the county to fulfill its needs. The Hunters Against Hunger campaign aims at providing deer meat from donated harvests to local food pantries. Struggling families, she said, often cut meet from their food expenses to better fill other hunger needs. The venison donations are a real treat for food pantries, which have seen an increase in traffic since the recession. “The food pantries have dramatically increased. We’re seeing a 40 to 45 percent increase and it’s people who are actually both working. … And even if both people

Events are working, it may be minimum wage jobs, it’s just not enough to cover everything,” Middendorf said. “We encourage even local hunters to go out and shoot an extra deer if they’ve got their freezer full and we’ll cover all the processing costs.” Food preparation is only one business industry suffering from the decline in deer harvests. Matt Baalman, Batchtown’s Midwest Illinois Taxidermy owner, said last year saw a big drop. Although this year is looking up, the taxidermy industry is feeling the belt tighten. “All taxidermists that I know are down compared to what it used to be. I’m a little up from last year, but last year was way down, also,” Baalman said. “I think most of it is because the deer numbers ain’t out there like they was. They had that disease two years in a row.” The total population of deer may be up in certain areas, he said, but many of them are not of a mature enough age that hunters want to get the animal mounted. That lack of deer is likely due to EHD cutting at the mature population and causing a downturn for hunters looking for a taxidermist. Krumwiede said the number of sick deer reports this year are lower than last. That change in the hunting ecosystem, he said, may have a better effect on deer seasons next year when more deer may be mature. To contact Access Illinois Outdoors about its Access Hunger campaign or to donate deer to the cause, call 217285-2464 or visit accessil.org/accessfood.htm.

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(Continued from A1) line would connect into existing electrical grids via converter stations, which convert the power from direct current to the alternating current form end users receive, according to Lawlor. Within the Midcontinent Independent System Operators, or “MISO,” grid, which services much of the Midwest according to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, it would connect at stations south of Hannibal, Mo., and in Clark County, Ill., Lawlor said. Further east, it would connect into the Pennsylvania-New Jersey-Maryland, or “PJM,” Interconnection, Lawlor said, which serves Rust Belt and Mid-Atlantic states, according to the FERC. Like with the wind farms, there are no contracts yet in place with providers within those grids, as reg-

ulatory approvals in Missouri and Illinois are still pending. The company and its investors are confident they will receive the requisite permits to proceed, according to Lawlor. “The reason we are very confident and the reason people are putting money into developing this is that the price disparity between wind in Kansas and what we’re paying here is significant,” Lawlor said. GBECL employees discussed with concerned residents proposed routes for the transmission line. The developers intend to minimize impact to landowners by following existing utility rights-of-way or coursing along parcel boundaries, as well as avoiding municipalities, but if traversing private property is deemed necessary, landowners would receive fair-market value for the 150-foot-wide easement and a

payment per pole structure installed, according to Lawlor. Since Illinois does not tax those easements, GBECL has offered to pay affected counties $7,000 per linear mile of transmission line passing through per year for 20 years. One mile of the 150-foot-wide easement would cover 792,000 square feet, or approximately 18.2 acres, meaning the county would receive $385 per acre of easement. Asked whether eminent domain would be used to obtain easements from landowners who do not want to sell, Lawlor said it would be an option, “but our goal is not to have to use it,” he said. This round of public meetings was the first of three rounds, with the second round slated to take place in early February 2015, according to Lawlor.

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(Continued from A1) Ganesh is known as the god of wisdom and learning and the remover of obstacles. The festival is usually observed between Aug. 19 and Sept. 20 each year and lasts for 10 days. While in India, Ruble stayed with a couple that had two grown children. “The wife was 68 and the husband was 72,” Ruble said. “They had two grown children, one lives in Australia and the other lived across the street. They also had an 8-yearold grandson who lives across the street.” Ruble said they couple and their family was very good to him and they became close during his stay. “The wife cried when I left,” he said. “I think they enjoyed having someone in the house with them.” Although his host family provided eating utensils for him, Ruble said he tried to eat like they did. “The Indian people don’t eat much meat,” he said. “Coming from the Midwest, I was used to meat every meal, while they eat meat only occasionally. I was there three and onehalf months and had meat maybe eight times.” Instead of forks, spoons and knives, the Indian people use roti, an Indian bread that Ruble says resembles a tortilla. The custom is to break off a piece of the roti and dip it in whatever is being served. According to Ruble, the Indians eat a lot of soup despite not using spoons. “Lentil soup is popular there,” he said. “They will make it and pour it

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over a bed of rice and then you can use the roti to eat it.” Ruble said the food wasn’t bad but the diet, added to the fact that his main form of transportation was walking, resulted in his losing quite a bit of weight while abroad. "When I came home I was ready for some Courtyard Café food," he said. "I was craving catfish and a burger." Rubles parents own the Courtyard Café restaurant in Pittsfield. Ruble said the Indian people are very conscious of their resources. “They are very good at conserving what they have,” he said. “While we here in America have a large bag or even several large bags of trash each week, they only have one small one.” Ruble said there is also an ongoing water shortage and all drinking water has to go through a filtration system in the home. “We had to take what they call bucket showers,” he said. “They would give you a 10 gallon bucket and a cup and you had to pour water over you. That was your shower.” According to Ruble, India did meet some of the stereotypical images that most Americans have of the country. They still have some arranged marriages,” he said. “And the people are in castes and are determined by surname. You can work hard and still not make much money if your surname is caste differently. But there is a big difference in class. You can be very wealthy and educated and still not be considered of class. Their social structure is more defined. I think it would be harder to

pull yourself up by your bootstraps there than it is here.” Ruble also said the Indian people are very family oriented. “They are very close to their families,” he said. “They depend on their family structure a lot more than we do in the United States.” While in India, Ruble did get to see some of the sights. “I visited the Taj Mahal and I went to Bombay, I went to Delhi, I rode a camel,” he said. “Then I went to Rajasthan,” he said. “It is in the desert and has a lot of old forts and palaces. They have some beautiful forts and I was able to zip-line over one.” A trip to India would result in some awesome souvenirs for most visitors and Ruble was no exception. “I brought home some kurtas, which are the traditional shirts for men,” he said. “They are a cool fabric and very colorful. I also brought home some shoes, called chapels. They are hand stitched leather and very shiny. They are what they would wear for a wedding or some other big event.” Ruble, who is pursuing a double major in English and communication studies at Monmouth, says he will finish up his last semester and graduate in May from the college. He would like to go aback abroad and teach English and India would not be excluded from his list of choices. “I’d like to go back,” he said. “For my first trip, I would never had the nerve to do it alone, but I would be fine now.”

(Continued from A1) biscuits and gravy, pancakes, and sausage links. There will be fun activities for the kids, along with a visit with Santa! The Pike Pipers, a recorder ensemble, will perform at the Griggsville Historical Society Christmas meeting Thursday, Dec. 11 beginning at 2 p.m. at the Skinner House. The period of the Renaissance will be the historical focus. All are welcome to attend. The United Methodist Church in Griggsville is having a Christmas program Dec. 14 at 10:30 a.m. The Christmas Eve service will begin at 8 p.m. Perry The United Methodist Church will have a Christmas program Dec. 14 at 9 a.m. in Perry. There will be community Christmas caroling Dec. 14 at 5 p.m. in Perry. The Christmas Eve service will begin at 11 p.m. Detroit The Detroit United Methodist Church will have a Christmas program Dec. 21 at 11 a.m. The Christmas Eve service will be Dec. 24 at 6:30 p.m. Christmas Eve Service at Detroit Christian Church, Wednesday, Dec. 24, 6 p.m. New Salem The United Methodist Church will have a Christmas Eve program Dec. 24 at 4 p.m.

ent church, although there might be a chance the Christmas Eve Lord’s Supper will be in the new facility despite the lack of finishing touches. A location will be announced once a decision is made. Piittsfield Dec. 14 PHS Christmas Concerts in Voshall Gymnasium 2 p.m. Dec. 16 PCS Christmas Concerts in PCS Gymnasium at 7 and 8 p.m. Dec. 19 Christmas break begins for Pikeland Schools. Santa will be in his house on the courthouse lawn, Dec. 6, 13 and 20 from 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 14, at 6:30 p.m. -- Pittsfield Church of the Nazarene will present a children’s musical.

Sunday, Dec. 21, at 5 p.m. -Pittsfield First Christian Church will present their Christmas Cantata. Sunday, Dec. 21, at 6:30 p.m. -- Pittsfield Church of the Nazarene will present their Christmas Cantata. Sunday, Dec.21 at 6 p.m. – The Pittsfield United Methodist Church will have their Christmas program A Christmas eve service will be held Dec. 24 at 8 p.m.

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Blinded eagle recovers sight, released back into wild was steep, got the bird out of the wild. The bird was taken to the Last year on a cold, wintry day, Treehouse Wildlife Center in Dow Beth Edgar, then 17, of rural Pearl, Feb. 25 where it was discovered went for a walk in the woods near to have severe lead poisoning, bad enough that the bird had lost its her home on Bee Creek. Upon her return to her home, she vision. Pam Lippert, senior wildlife complained to her father, Jeff, that she never saw anything interesting tech at the Treehouse, said the bird required a month of supportive care on her hikes. “My dad will go for a walk in the and several months of rehabilitawoods and come back and tell how tion. “There are sevhe saw a bob cat, eral kinds of treatan owl, a mountain lion, all kinds "I knew something was ments but the one we used on this of things,” Edgar wrong with it because said. “I never saw I could get really close eagle was to use a medicine that went anything.” into the eagle and Until her walk to it." absorbed the lead the next day. and then letting Edgar decided Beth Edgar the eagle excrete to try a different Pearl resident it though the kidtrial the following neys,” Lippert day and it led her to top of a steep bluff. Once on top of said. “You can do that for five days, the bluff, Edgar saw what she origi- then you have to let the bird rest for several days. It took several rounds nally thought was a deer. “I saw something moving and of treatment to get the lead out of I could see something white,” she this bird.” Lippert said at first the bird said. But on closer examination, Edgar regained short-distance vision but couldn’t see long distances. found a bald eagle. “We kept the bird in a flight cage “I knew something was wrong with it because I could get really and watched it,” Lippert said. “After close to it,” she said. “I probably got we watched its flight for a while within five feet of the eagle. I didn’t we could see it was regaining full have my phone so I had no camera.” vision.” According to Lippert, the eagle’s Edgar returned home and told her story to her brother, John, who vision has since returned fully and got some fish and returned with her the bird has regained strength in its to the top of the bluff. The eagle wings, so it is ready to be released was still there. The two left three back into the wild. This is the first bald eagle to use perch fish close to the eagle and left. Conservation officials were Treehouse’s new “raptor complex,” a carefully designed flight cage for also notified. The next morning Greg rehabilitating birds to practice flyWieshaupt, an Illinois Conservation ing and strengthen their wings. A ceremony was held Saturday officer, arrived at the Edgar propat Two Rivers National Wildlife erty and had a pair of gloves and a Refuge Visitor Center near Brussels. blanket. “I took him back to where I had The Edgar family attended the found her,” Edgar said. “The fish release. The eagle charted a flight path to were gone. I think she must have ate them because she was a lot perkier a nearby tree where it was immedithan she had been the night before.” ately met by another eagle, applause Although it was no easy task, and the snap of camera shutters. The bird was released by John Wieshaupt captured the bird by trapping it in the corner of fence and, Barud, Ameren Illinois represenalthough the path to the location tative, at the refuge in southern By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press

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From left, Pam Lippert, TreeHouse Wildlife Center technician, and Adele Moore, TreeHouse Wildlife Center director, steady an eagle before its release back into the wild Saturday. The eagle was found in Pike County Feb. 25, and underwent medical treatment and therapy since then to prepare it for its re-entry into the wild at Two Rivers National Wildlife Refuge.

Calhoun County that is a migratory home for numerous birds. Ameren made a generous donation to TreeHouse Wildlife Center in Dow to build a flight cage for bird rehabilitation last year. That donation is part of a program started in 2010 by Ameren. “We have a very strong, what we call, avian protection program, and

the goal of that program is really to make sure that our facilities in areas where there’s eagles and that type of thing are built in a way that if one of those birds lands on a pole or a structure and they spread their wings there’s enough space between the lines that they don’t get electrocuted,” Barud said. “This is something that’s really important to us.”

How does an eagle get lead poisoning? The eagle released into the wild Saturday at the Two Rivers National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center near Brussels has lived the last 10 months in a rehabilitation center after being found in a near death state last February. Once rescued from the wild, the eagle was taken to the Treehouse Wildlife Center, between Dow and Elsah in Jersey County.

“The eagle had severe lead poisoning,” Pam Lippert, senior wildlife tech at the center, said. Lippert said the eagle most likely ingested lead when feeding on the carcass of an animal that had been shot but not recovered by the hunter. “It is illegal to use lead shot when hunting waterfowl,” Lipppert said. “But deer and upland

game hunters still use it.” Lipppert also said that prior to lead shot being outlawed, approximately 20 years ago, hunters could use it for waterfowl. “So in low water levels, if the eagles are foraging around near the hunting sites, or even where there are a lot of spent shells, they may ingest it,” she said.

Historical preservation ordinance takes a step closer By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press The Pittsfield City Council forwarded the final version of a historical preservation ordinance to the historic preservation committee last week with only two changes. The action was taken at last week’s city council meeting. “We want the city to be in charge of enforcing the ordinance and levying any fines,” Mayor John Hayden said. “And the ordinance calls for a council member to make a decision and we would like that to be the entire council.”

The council was forced to redefine the historical preservation ordinance and map after it was learned the one that was in existence had never been officially approved. Hayden said he likes the ordinance because any property owner can opt out of the district and not be a part of the effort to preserve history. Chris Davenport, who is on the committee, said properties within the square are included in the district, but owners of historic sites outside of the business area have the option to opt out.

“And if an owner downtown can’t repair or remodel a business in keeping with the historical or architectural era, they can go to the city council and ask for a hardship exemption,” Davenport said. The council also authorized Meco Engineering to prepare plans and documents to build a new animal shelter at the site of the existing shelter. The new shelter would be built with funds from the Gray Trust and although a definite decision as to building the shelter has not been made, Hayden said trust executives seem very receptive to

the idea. Hayden also informed the council that December was Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month and read a resolution to that effect. The resolution was from Gov. Pat Quinn. Police Chief Kenny Yelliott told the council he had been in Jacksonville to see the city’s new squad car which will be equipped with in-car video. The car and equipment was purchased with a 55 percent law enforcement grant and should be in-service as soon as it is outfitted with squad car equipment.

Liberty Village vists Capitol On Nov. 20, the residents of Liberty Village of Pittsfield were formally invited by State Sen. Sam McCann and State Rep. C. D. Davidsmeyer for a personal tour at the State Capitol in Springfield. Seven residents joined in the fun, and it started off with being able to attend the Senator’s General Session, where he formally introduced the residents of Liberty

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Village. The day then continued with an entire historic tour of the Capitol Building, but the day did not end there. The day continued with a formal lunch at the Governor’s Mansion, where the residents enjoyed eating pizza and visiting with McCann, as he also joined us the residents lunch.

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Food and clothing were donated to the Barry Food Pantry and the Reach Out Center in Pittsfield through the St. Mary’s Thanksgiving Food and Clothing Drive sponsored by St. Mary’s Veritas Teen Group in Pittsfield. Richard Baker, left, accepted the donation on behalf of the Barry Food Pantry from Mark Welch, right, from Barry, a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church.

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Coalition proposal would benefit state, local roads

ties have dwindled in part because the motor fuel tax rate has remained flat while vehicle fuel efficiency has A statewide coalition has proposed increased substantially. “On our oil-and-chip roads, we changes in transportation funding that would keep state roads in good condi- used to do them every three years, but tion while increasing local road mon- now we’re doing them every eight to 10 years,” Webster said. “You canies by more than 80 percent. Currently, 82 percent of highways not go that long without re-oiling the and 93 percent of bridges in Illinois roads, and once they start busting up, are in acceptable condition, but with- it’s going to cost more money to get out new funding, 61 percent of high- them back into shape.” The public would likely not mind ways and 87 percent of bridges will be acceptable by year 2020, accord- the proposed increase “if they’re ing to the Transportation For Illinois actually seeing the roads improving,” Coalition, citing Illinois Department Webster said, adding the reason gas prices in Illinois are higher than in of Transportation numbers. Many of the state’s roads now neighboring states is because of a in use have mileage exceeding its sales tax on top of the motor fuel tax, road design life, particularly on which “all goes to the state,” he said. Pike County would receive 82 the Interstate system, according to Jennifer Morrison, TFIC manag- percent more money for local roads, ing director, speaking by phone up $1.5 million from $1.83 million in 2013. Wednesday afternoon, Dec. 3. “The key thing “Interstates to note is the curwere designed rent funding levels to last 20 to 30 "The key thing to note are declining, while years,” whereas is the current prices are increasmuch of the sys- funding levels are ing, making it very tem has been in difficult to keep declining, while prices service for more than half a cen- are increasing, making the roads up to the same level of sertury and is in need it very difficult to keep vice as in the past,” of replacement, Chris R. Johnson, the roads up to the Morrison said. Pike County engiThe current same level of service neer, said via email maintenance proThursday aftergram is under- as in the past." noon. funded, according Johnson has to Morrison. Chris R. Johnson been kept apprised IDOT’s curPike County engineer of the proposal, rent Multi-Year which “has been Plan funds repair developing over of 300 miles of road per year for the next five years, whereas between 800 the last few years,” he said, through and 1,000 miles per year need to be the Illinois Association of County addressed just to keep the roads in Engineers, which supports the TFIC their current condition, Morrison said. proposal and has a member on its To achieve its goals, TFIC propos- advisory group. Greene and Jersey counties would es a $1.84 billion per year program each receive 83 percent more money. consisting of an annual $1.39 billion Jersey received $1.02 million in “pay-as-you-go” program, coupled with more than $5 billion in bonds, 2013 and would gain $848,320 from serviced through $450 million per the TFIC formula. “As a county engineer, I’ve been year over six years. very happy, especially with ending New revenues would come from increased motor fuel tax, vehicle reg- the diversions. That’s what’s realistration fees, and sales taxes on vehi- ly killing us,” Thomas E. Klasner, Jersey County engineer, said by cle-related items and services. TFIC proposes a four-cent increase phone Thursday afternoon. Eliminating the diversions would in motor fuel tax per gallon of fuel, which it estimates would rake in $256 not be without political difficulty, as million, costing drivers on average some of those diversions are going toward public schools, he said, but “I $2.30 per month. “There has been no fuel tax think it can happen. No one is sponincrease in 24 years,” Morrison said, soring it yet, but (TFIC)’re getting the remaining at 37.4 cents per gallon, word out to everybody.” Greene would receive $980,881 according to the TFIC. An additional $225 million in rev- more than the $1.19 million it enue could come in the form of an received in 2013. “It’s definitely needed by municiincrease in the vehicle registration fee palities, townships, counties, and from $101 per year to an average of $119 annually, with owners of electric even the State of Illinois to maintain or hybrid vehicles paying higher rates roads,” David Marth, Greene County since they use less or no motor fuel engineer, said by phone Friday afterand, thus, pay little or no tax at the noon. “It’s got a lot of good things in it as pump, according to Morrison. Sales taxes on car washes, vehi- far as funding for road maintenance cle repairs, oil changes, and other and construction,” he added. “We’re automotive-related items and services hopeful something will happen with would bring in another $208 million, it. At the local level, road funding is costing each driver $20 per year, very tight.” Scott County would see the largTFIC estimates. Existing revenue sources that est percentage gain with $429,590, could be exploited include ending the a gain of 84 percent from the 2013 diversion of certain transportation- total of $514,446, which county engirelated taxes and fees to the general neer Matt Coultas, speaking by phone fund and trade-offs in certain taxes Monday morning, said would be a much-needed boost for his county’s and fees, according to the TFIC. “The idea is to get back all the roads. “We’re underfunded the way it money a motorist pays in taxes and sits right now,” Coultas said. “With fees and put them into transportathe money we’re getting now, it’s diftion,” Morrison said. Through the pay-as-you-go pro- ficult to maintain currently what we gram alone, local road systems would have, let alone any new maintenance receive upwards of 80 percent more or procedures.” Morrison is confident in TFIC’s money for maintenance under the proposal and said it has been well TFIC proposal. Area county highway engineers received by policymakers. “We’ve had no one disagree that support the proposal and are hopeful and optimistic it will become a reality. it’s a big need that needs addressed,” According to TFIC calculations, she said. “They tell us, ‘This is terCalhoun County would receive rific!’ We’ve not had anyone say, approximately 80 percent more ‘Absolutely not!’” The TFIC proposal “in its curmoney for local roads, up $357,191 rent form” has not yet made it into a from $444,849 in 2013. “It would definitely be a help,” bill before the General Assembly, but Barry Webster, Calhoun County engi- the group is currently drafting a bill, neer, said by phone Thursday after- which it hopes to introduce during the spring 2015 legislative session, noon. He noted motor fuel tax revenues Morrison said by phone Friday afterto local roads in his and other coun- noon. By JUSTIN A. COBB Pike Press

Opinion Pike Press

Wednesday, December 10, 2014, Pittsfield, Illinois

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1. I am in favor of power line projects. 2. I am opposed to power line projects. 3. It doesn’t matter to me either way. Share your answer at pikepress.com

For airline passengers, Midwestern states are often referred to as “flyover country.”

Last week's poll results When it comes to Christmas trees… 1. I prefer a “real” tree. 2. I prefer an artificial tree; less mess. 3. I like to cut our own tree. 4. No tree at our house.

Those who have not taken the time to get to know us prefer to pass over at several thousand feet while traveling from coast to coast. The tactic, however, is not universal. While people can take a “no contact” route, other goods and services cannot. Electric power, for instance, is not something you can put in a box and send on an airplane. In recent months, Pike County has been visited more than once by companies wishing to build new power transmission lines. It’s a complicated process. All those lines must be held up by supporting structures and those towers and poles must inevitably be sited on someone’s land. Here in Pike, that land can be pretty valuable for farming. And the wooded areas don’t gain any points with outdoorsmen when the vista is interrupted by a power line. When such projects are envisioned, the elephant in the room is always “eminent domain.” Will landowners be required to participate, even against their will? No one ever wants it to come to that. Which is why years of scouting, planning and discussing precede any actual project. The community is asked to contribute information about unique aspects of their area. Where are residences, churches, cemeteries, historic sites? All of Pike County, especially those landowners who may be directly affected, are urged to be informed, dig for answers, seek out groups who have a specific interest in the project. We all want power to be readily available; we want the light to come on when we flip the switch. But when major transmission lines are proposed for our county, we want it done right.

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Guest Column: Scott Reeder

hen a tax hike is put in the hands of lame-duck lawmakers, taxpayers should expect to be goosed. We found that out four years ago, during the final minutes of a lame-duck legislative session when lawmakers shoved through and Gov. Pat Quinn signed a “temporary” 67 percent income tax increase. And low-and-behold many of those outgoing lawmakers landed high-paying jobs within the Quinn administration. Their very last act as elected officials was to do as Gov. Pat Quinn asked and vote to raise taxes. The measure passed without a vote to spare. Some folks even campaigned that they wouldn’t vote to raise taxes, but then after they lost the election they did just that. Did they have a political epiphany that Illinoisans were under-taxed? Or could it be they heard the siren call of state jobs in the future?

Time to end lame duck sessions We’ll never know for sure what was going through a particular lawmaker’s mind in the waning minutes of their political careers. But we do know some of these folks the voters took off the state payroll once again were drawing state paychecks. Just consider: n Former state Rep. Bob Flider is the now director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture. The job pays $133,273. That’s a pretty sweet gig for someone who has never lived on a farm. n Former State Rep. Careen Gordon became a lawyer handling real-estate licensing for that state. The job pays $88,200. Gordon left that job in November after Quinn lost his reelection bid. n Former State Rep. Mike Smith, who died this year, snagged a job with the Education Labor Relations Board that paid $93,926. In fact, of the 12 lame-duck legislators who voted for the tax increase at least half ended up with state jobs.

During their final moments in elected office, were they more concerned about their own employment prospects or serving the voters who just kicked them out of office? We’ll never know for sure what these people were thinking. But sadly, in Illinois politics, situations like these are all too common. Illinois shouldn’t have lame duck sessions. Rarely, do they serve the interests of voters well. We just finished a quiet lame duck session in Springfield. Pat Quinn told journalists before the election that he hoped to see lawmakers make the temporary tax hike permanent during the lame duck session. But that didn’t happen. Could it be that lawmakers had little incentive to please a governor heading to the unemployment line? Well, his lame duck legislative agenda died faster than a mallard pumped full of birdshot. Not only did lawmakers not vote to hike taxes, the House ignored Quinn’s

call for raising the minimum wage. If lawmakers are going to vote on issues such as these, it should be when they are most accountable to the voters, not the least. That’s why lame-duck sessions should be eliminated. Four years ago, the temporary tax increase was sold as a way to get the state’s financial house in order. But it hasn’t worked out. Despite the state’s staggering debt, Quinn and lawmakers upped spending when they received the extra tax dollars. Proof once again, that Illinois has a spending problem, not a revenue one. And the legislature functions best when voters can hold them accountable. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ■ Scott Reeder is a veteran statehouse reporter and the journalist in residence at the Illinois Policy Institute. He can be reached at sreeder@illinoispolicy.org.

Guest Column: Jim Nowlan

erious political money has begun to infect judicial elections in Illinois (and across the nation). What should be done about it, if anything? Will we do it? I am still rankled by the election for the Illinois Supreme Court more than a decade ago. At the last minute Democratic Speaker of the House Mike Madigan poured about a million dollars into a campaign for unknown Thomas Kilbride of Rock Island to defeat a highly qualified candidate in Carl Hawkinson of Galesburg (Harvard Law; distinguished service as chair of the state senate judiciary committee). (By the way, Mr. Kilbride may have developed into a fine justice; I just don’t know. And that is the problem: you and I just don’t know.) I think that election was the start of it. Then in 2004, business, health care and trial lawyer interests spent almost $10 million in a state Supreme Court race in southern Illinois won by Republican Lloyd Karmeier. The issue was tort reform, that is, big, even multi-billion dollar awards to plaintiffs suing for malpractice of one sort or another. Karmeier was seen as a defendant’s judge and his opponent as a plaintiff’s judge.

Justice to the highest bidder? In November of this year, after 10 years on the high court, Karmeier was up for a retention vote, as required by the state constitution, which requires a 60 percent favorable vote to remain on the court. This time, plaintiff law firms with an interest in a $10.1 billion judgment case against Philip Morris, which will come before the state high court again soon, poured about $2 million into a last-minute campaign to knock Karmeier off the bench. He barely survived, with 60.7 percent of the vote. More and more, judicial campaigns are turning into plain old nasty, big money political jousts, and the judges may be pulled down from their high perches into the swamps of low respect with other politicians. My first brush with judicial politics goes back to 1960, when I was just out of high school and a delegate to a GOP judicial nominating convention for a state high court slot in my region of the state. I remember it wasn’t pretty, as few of the delegates knew anything about the candidates other than where they came from—“and it was our turn to name the judge.” In 1962, Illinois passed a constitutional amendment that called for popular election

of judges (taking it out of the hands of a small group of politicians at conventions) with retention elections after 10 years. That is what we have today. I was a young state lawmaker in the heyday of Boss Richard J. Daley of Chicago. Daley slated all judicial candidates personally, including those for the high court, who were then dutifully elected and knew where their bread was buttered. On political issues that came before the court, they did his bidding. Illinois is one of only 10 states that still elect supreme court justices. A majority of states use a procedure patterned after the “Missouri Plan,” in which panels of lawyers and other citizens make recommendations to the governor, who then selects judges. There is no perfect process for selecting judges. The president appoints all federal judges with the advice and consent of the Senate, who serve for life. Even here, politics (the struggle for power and position) seeps in. Home state senators of the President’s party enjoy senatorial courtesy, which means they can play a big part in who is selected, so there has been sometimes furious politicking to get a senator’s nod.

I think, overall, the Missouri Plan would be better than election by voters who know nothing about the candidates. But it will never happen in Illinois, because it would require a two-thirds vote of the legislature to get the idea onto the ballot. Many lawmakers sincerely prefer election to appointment. Many other lawyer-legislators see themselves as future judges, where they can roll their lawmaker pension credits into those of the judicial system, where salaries and pensions are much richer. So what can be done? I propose that the state high court justices clarify and tighten the standards for recusal, to provide clear direction that judges up and down the line be required to take themselves out of cases in which their big contributors have an interest. At the least, this might reduce the enthusiasm of law firms and interest groups to make big donations to their favorite judicial candidates. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ■ A former Illinois legislator and aide to three governors, Jim Nowlan is co-author of “Fixing Illinois: Politics and Policy in the Prairie State” (University of Illinois Press, May 2014).

Guest Column: Dr. E. Kirsten Peters

Wake up and smell the genes

ike millions of Americans, my day starts by plugging in the coffeepot. In my case, it’s an old fashion percolator. It clears its throat and brews my coffee while I rub sleep out of my eyes and brush my teeth. My habit of starting my day with coffee -- and following that initial cup with doses of java in the mid-morning, the late morning and the early-afternoon -- may be at least partially grounded in my genes. Researchers have long believed that genetics influences a person’s daily coffee consumption. Early this fall, a new study fleshed out just how many variations in genes may be involved in determining who drinks a lot of java. Marilyn Cornelis of the Harvard School of Public Health helped orchestrate the research published in a journal called Molecular Psychiatry. The work

rested on about two dozen previous research projects that had a total of about 120,000 subjects. That’s a big group, made up of people who answered questions about how much coffee they consumed and then donated a sample of their DNA to researchers at the Harvard School of Public Health and Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston. In the past, scientists had identified two genetic variants that “code” for coffee consumption. Now six new gene variations have been found to be common in people who drink a lot of coffee and other caffeinated beverages. Four of the newly discovered variants are linked either to the stimulating impact of caffeine on the body or to how we break down caffeine -- two loci (POR and ABCG2) change the metabolism of caffeine; two other loci (BDNF and SLC6A4) appear to relate to

how rewarding is the experience of caffeine. The last two loci (GCKR and MLXIPL) found in the study were not expected: they are not clearly associated with caffeine but rather act to control blood sugar and cholesterol levels. It’s not known how they relate to the propensity to quaff coffee and other caffeinated beverages. Cornelis told the New York Daily News that the genetic variants don’t correspond to how strong coffee tastes to an individual. That result surprised her, as it does me. The Harvard Gazette also wrote a piece on the findings. It mentioned the fact that some studies have shown benefits from drinking coffee each day. Cornelis has not been a coffee drinker, but because of some of the information coming out in recent years, she is giving java a go.

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I wish Cornelis well in her personal experiment. I can admit I didn’t like the strength and taste of coffee when I first tried it in college. But now I think coffee tastes good and, to me, the taste of good coffee seems quite mild. I also think coffee-flavored ice cream is grand - in particular when it comes with a cup of hot coffee on the side. Maybe my love of coffee was determined when my genes first formed in utero. It’s an interesting thought. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ■ Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard. This column is a service of the College of Agricultural, Human and Natural Resource Sciences at Washington State University.

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Wednesday, December 10, 2014, Pittsfield, Illinois

The Coonridge Digest: Freida Marie Crump

Where’s the fun? And that’s no joke Greetings from the Ridge It was a tiny item on page three of the Chicago Tribune. . . one of those curiosity items to the fill space on an otherwise un-newsworthy Monday morning. Lt. Brian Keller used his unmarked Dodge Charger with emergency lights to pull over his son’s school bus. The boy had forgotten to take his lunch to school so as a sort of a joke Keller dashed out of the house, jumped into this police cruiser and stopped the bus. Keller was a former chief in the Lake County Sheriff’s department currently working in court security. I can just imagine the scene on the school bus as the deputy walked aboard the bus with a smile to deliver his little boy’s sack lunch. I’m sure that the little ones on the bus buzzed about the excitement for the rest of the day. That is, until Lt. Brian Keller was disciplined by the department for breaking the rules. Officially, you can’t do such things. An anonymous complaint had been phoned in the next day and Keller was summoned to appear before the sheriff. It was a kick to my gut to read of the incident. What has happened to our sense of humor? If anything, in light of the cops-versus-us mentality that’s creeping across the

nation a little act of silly goodwill should be applauded. One of our local teams made it to the state championship in football this year and although they came away with the title of runner-up, the event sent a blast of new life and pride into the little farming community. When the team returned home they were escorted by a parade of fire trucks, police vehicles, and vans and vans of moms and dads. I’m glad there were no anonymous callers filing complaints about the misuse of public vehicles on the following morning. Last week Santa arrived in Coonridge atop a fire truck. Thank goodness there were no anonymous reindeers with cell phones in the crowd. Coonridge is a small burg with no official tornado warning system so on the rare occasion when we seem to be in the path of a twister our local fire department will cruise the town with sirens blowing. I can remember one windy spring afternoon when the fire chief stopped at my house, knocked on the door, then advised me to head to the basement. “And if you don’t have one,” he said, “come on down to mine.” Luckily my neighbor didn’t become an anonymous caller reporting the chief’s personal attention to my safety. My first speeding ticket came from a county cop with reindeer antlers sticking out the windows of his patrol car. It took some of the sting off the ticket, but I doubt that

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My first speeding ticket came from a county cop with reindeer antlers sticking out the windows of his patrol car. It took some of the sting off the ticket, but I doubt that such a thing would be allowed in our uptight world today.”

such a thing would be allowed in our uptight world today. When I went to see the judge about paying the ticket I found a sign on his door saying, “Gone Fishing.” That was courthouse-speak meaning that the judge was in court that day. A judge today would find the sign on YouTube tonight and he’d be the subject of talking heads on cable news. We’ve just lost our sense of fun. Our old neighbor, Jack Cox, used to dress up in his Santa outfit every December and pay a surprise visit to the Coonridge Elementary School. His wife, Sue, would bake a couple hundred Christmas cookies, put on her Mrs. Claus outfit, and then one day without warning they’d HoHo-Ho their way down the hallways passing out treats. It was an event eagerly anticipated by the teachers and remembered forever by the children. Alas, no more. The school is locked tight thus eliminating surprise appearances by anyone, Sue’s treats are not allowed in school, and the teachers are so busy preparing for the next mandated test that they can’t allow any interruptions for fun or joy.

The fact that Jack and Sue used to teach an annual lesson in giving and simple compassion has been lost in our race to teach a paranoid fear of outsiders and our compulsion to beat the Koreans and Norwegians in the next publication of Science Weekly magazine. What’s happened to our sense of fun? When did we lose the ability to do something a bit ridiculous just to reassure ourselves of our humanity? Some needful changes have been forced upon on us, but when do we simply stop and ask ourselves who’s in charge of how we conduct our lives? Did the pursuit of happiness get chased out the back door? You ever in Coonridge, stop by. We may not answer the door but you’ll enjoy the trip. ■ The imaginative commentary of Freida Marie Crump comes to us from Coonridge – a town that’s a lot like your own.

Pickings from pike’s past 100 Years ago: Forming Farm Bureau in Pike County 125 Years Ago Dec. 5, 1889 The Griggsville city council has a new City Marshal, named Jas. Brown. He has already arrested some law breakers. Evil doers are now meeting with a warm reception here. They have heretofore been allowed full sway, but our new marshal is now doing his duty. It was time something was done, as drinking and gambling were becoming too prevalent. The Alton Telegraph reports that there is no longer any doubt of the extension of the Bluff Line railroad into Calhoun county in the near future. The Perry Transcript enters upon its new life with the former editor, Nelson Wilkins, and our young friend Bob Underwood as proprietors and editors, and the Democrat wishes them all the good luck they may deserve. In the Pike county fair grounds matter, a decree of strict foreclosure is to be entered, the creditors taking the grounds for their debt. Thus passes away an association that for 38 years led a life with many ups and downs in Pittsfield, and whose demise, we as one of its founders, sincerely regret. The immense boiler and engine for the electric lights in Pittsfield have arrived and are being placed in position. When in order, there will be power enough for the full system that town may require in years yet to come. Sheriff Windmiller left Tuesday night for the Indian Nation to bring back James Kesterson, who fled to escape going to the penitentiary. 100 Years Ago Dec. 9, 1914 The ministers of Pittsfield met Monday and affected a permanent organization to be known as the Pittsfield Ministerial Association. December 13 has been selected as “Everybody go to church Sunday.” On this day every man, woman and

child in Pittsfield will attend some church both morning and evening. A large crowd filled the court room to overflowing Friday afternoon to form a permanent farm bureau and to lay plans for securing the services of a farm agent. The illicit cocaine business in the city of Quincy has stirred the people of that town and a fight is being made to rid the city of the evil, and to successfully prosecute the sellers of the drug. Justice R. Truman Dinsmore and Dave Bradburn have moved away from Nebo, and there is no one to administer justice to the unruly. Two parties were recently arrested there for disturbing the peace, and were taken to Pleasant Hill for trial. A second story is being added to the Zimmerman garage, which will help the appearance of the building much. 75 Years Ago Dec. 6, 1939 The Pittsfield Indians won three games last week in the local gym, defeating New Canton Tuesday night and Baylis and New Salem Friday night. Large crowds attended both sessions, indicating that the basketball attendance will increase through the winter. John D. Harpole, county clerk for 12 years, died Sunday afternoon, aged 77. Harpole, born on a farm near Nebo, was known for years as the grand old man of the Pike county courthouse. He was the last survivor of the Lycurgus Harpole family. A son, their first son and third child, was born to Mr. and Mrs. Neal Thurman of the Milton area. He was named Howard for his grandfather, the late Howard Thurman. J. C. Gay of Santa Monica, California, came in Saturday and remained until Monday with his mother, Mrs. Josie Gay. A large family gathering was held Sunday, including Mr. and Mrs. Joe Gay and son Jimmy. Jimmy is the namesake and great nephew of

Mr. Gay of California. Many members of the family were present at the christening of Jimmy at an impressive ceremony at the Rockport Methodist church Sunday afternoon. Several from Nebo attended the basket ball game Sunday afternoon in Quincy between the Nebo Independents and the Quincy Elks. 50 Years Ago Dec. 9, 1964 Democrats apparently have elected three members from the old 49th district in the state’s first-ever at-large state representative election. They are Carl Wittmond of Brussels, Elmo McClain and Mrs. Dorah Grow, both of Quincy. Also re-elected was Harris Rowe, Republican of Jacksonville. Twenty-one new Cub Scouts have been enrolled in Cub Pack 18, sponsored by the Interested Mothers’ Club of Pittsfield, during the past month according to Cubmaster William Kattelman. New adults registering with the pack are Bob Dempsey, John Drew, Don Apps, Don Snyder, Bill Mays, Gerald Roberts, Richard Ervin, Mrs. Clara Cawthon, Virginia Mays, Eula Odneal, Imogene Oliver and Lois Fulmer. The recording of deeds, mortgages and surveys was transferred from the office of Circuit Clerk Austin Altizer to the office of County Clerk Wayne Lightle this week as the final phase of the statewide judicial amendment is being completed. These records are kept by the former office of county recorder, which was held by Austin Altizer in conjunction with the office of circuit clerk. Shipments of grain from the Pillsbury terminal at Florence have turned Florence into a world port. Approximately 16 million bushels of grain will move through the terminal this year bound for the South and such places as France, Greece, Italy, Saudia Arabia, India, Japan, Puerto Rico and Venezuela.

Guest Column: Roger Campbell

Great gifts for our children

ince my daily radio broadcast, books and weekly newspaper column penetrate prison walls, I frequently receive letters from prisoners. One of these was so moving it has remained unforgettable. The writer, a twenty-seven-yearold convict, told of spending many years behind bars for a variety of offenses. He was writing from solitary confinement because of trouble he had caused in the prison and admitted he had read one of my books only because there was nothing else available. His story was a heartbreaker. Like many chronic offenders, this troubled young writer had grown up the child of alcoholic parents. By the time he reached the seventh grade, he was hooked on alcohol and other drugs, causing him to drop out of school. Legal trouble began early for my confined correspondent. When he was fifteen, he had his first brush with the law and at the time he wrote to me had spent more time in prison than out. One line in his letter revealed the key to his misery: “I’ve never committed a crime while sober.” Thousands of prison inmates could join him in this common confession. Alcohol use accounts for more than half of all crime that sends people to prison. Sharing experiences from his trag-

ic past, this sad, shortchanged, son in solitary wrote: “My mom and dad really had bad drinking problems. In 1971, mom shot dad point blank in the chest; that was the last time I cried.” His tearless cry for help still haunts me. And, during this season when we hunt gifts for our children, forces me to consider the importance of giving gifts that will enrich their lives. Let’s give our children memories of faith instead of fighting. “How many hours do you expect to spend fighting?” I asked the prospective bride and groom sitting across the desk from me?” Surprised, they laughed. A young wife and member of a couple’s class I was teaching said, “My husband and I were about to begin another argument when I remembered that fighting is a waste of time.” She had learned the lesson well that I had taught a few weeks earlier. Our children need examples of trusting God in tough times, instead of blaming each other when things go wrong. Kindness, not conflict, builds faith among family members. We find peace with God through faith (Romans 5:1) and that same faith can produce peace in our homes, a wonderful heritage for our children. Let’s give our children memories

of affection instead of anger. According to the Bible, the love climate of every marriage should illustrate the love of God for us. Our children should be able to learn about God’s love for them by seeing the affection of their parents for each other (Ephesians 5). Anger destroys love. Affection expressed often amplifies it. Let’s give our children memories of praise instead of put-downs. I once heard a friend of my father tell him he was going to ruin me by his frequent praise of my work on the farm. But Dad was no dummy. He knew the more praise I received the harder I worked. Family members who build one another up are continually creating memories that make the past pleasant and fill the future with possibilities. This Christmas, why not give the best gifts of all? ––––––––––––––––––––––––– ■ Roger Campbell is an author, a broadcaster and columnist who was a pastor for 22 years. He can be reached at rcministry@ameritech.net

25 Years Ago Dec. 6, 1989 After 20 years on the bench, Circuit Judge Cecil Burrows has announced that he will retire next December. Burrows served as city attorney from 1957 until 1964 when he was elected State’s Attorney, and served in that office until 1970 when he was elected circuit judge. Pike County State’s Attorney Brett Irving is the first Pike County attorney to announce his candidacy to succeed Burrows. Improved housing in Barry and a new water tower in Griggsville will be the result of two recently announced Community Development Assistance Program grants. Lawrence Paul Lane, proprietor of the “Pumpkin” Restaurant in Milton, had surgery at St. Mary Hospital in Quincy last Wednesday. He is doing OK and feeling some better over the past few days. A Cinderella season was stopped just short of its goal, as the Pleasant Hill Wolves 7th grade girls basket-

ball squad fell in the first round of the IESA state tournament in Paris Saturday. They were defeated by the Dwight Redbirds 28 to 26. Pleasant Hill was the smallest school in the tournament. Jim Gay of Rockport was elected vice president of the Land of Lincoln Soybean Association at the organization’s annual meeting Nov. 21. He is member of the Pike County Farm Bureau board of directors and a member of the Pikeland Unit 10 School Board. Tasha Wankel, Pittsfield FHA chapter president, and her mother, Evelyn Pearson, joined Shanna Zimmerman and her mother, Cheryl Zimmerman, at the recent FFA cluster meeting in Little Rock, Arkansas. 10 Years Ago Dec. 8, 2004 Scott Syrcle was re-elected as the chairman of the Pike County Board Monday afternoon at the organizational meeting. Newly elected board members Mike Lord, Richard Pee-

bles, Jim Sheppard and Harry Wright were sworn in by Judge Mike Roseberry. The Pike County Board approved reducing the number of polling places from 36 to 26 in a move to save money on voting machines, which cost $5,200 apiece. Pike County’s new Circuit Clerk, Debbie Dugan, was sworn in by Judge Mike Roseberry, as she takes over for retiring Circuit Clerk Ben Johnson. Newly re-elected State’s Attorney Frank McCartney was also sworn in by Judge Roseberry. U.S. Senator Peter G. Fitzgerald has announced that Evan Roderick of Pittsfield has been accepted to the United States Military Academy at West Point, New York for the year 2005. Roderick, 18, is the son of Blake Roderick and Robin Ruzicka of Pittsfield. Ranked number one in his class at Pittsfield High School, he is involved in many school activities. ■ Pickings from Pike’s Past is compiled by Michael Boren.

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Carl Leroy Lawber Carl Leroy Lawber, Sr., 96 of Pittsfield, died Sunday, Dec. 7, 2014, at Eastside Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was born in Pleasant Hill, Sept. 4, 1918. He is the son of the late Joseph Albert and Margaret Jane Charters Lawber . He married Martha Jane Butler Aug. 31, 1963, in Golden, and she preceded him in death. Surviving are five children: Sons Garry (Ida) of Barry, Kenneth of Dallas, Texas, and Carl (Cindy) Lawber, Jr of Pleasant Hill; and daughters Margo (Merlyn) Winchell of Pleasant Hill and Sandy Ragan of Los Angeles, Cali. Mr. Lawber is also survived by 17 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews. Mr. Lawber was preceded in death by his wife, Martha Jane, and brothers, Clyde, Guy, George, Joseph, Arthur, and Walter, and sister Viola. Throughout his life Carl worked in farming and he drove a truck. He appreciated farming because it allowed him to stay at home with his family. Mr. Lawber also loved to travel and share memories from his past. A favorite memory to share was from his time cooking for the cattle herders in Arizona and Texas on the open range. He would ride in the wagon with the cooking utensils and all of the cowboys referred to him as “cookie.” In addition to traveling, Carl loved being at home and he loved working on cars, both of which he was able to do for many years. Funeral Services will be held at the Airsman-Hires Chapel in Griggsville Thursday, Dec. 11 at 11 a.m. Burial will be in the Dorsey cemetery in Perry. Visitation will be held Wednesday, Dec. 10 from 5-7 p.m. at the chapel in Griggsville. Memorials may be made to the Dorsey Cemetery Association or the Pike County Animal Shelter. Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.airsman-hires. com.

Marilyn J. Bradshaw Marilyn Jean Bradshaw, 68 of Griggsville, died Friday, Dec. 5, 2014 at Culbertson Memorial Hospital in Rushville. She was born Jan. 25, 1946 in Pittsfield, to Gordon and Lena Mae Richards. She married Sam Bradshaw March 4, 1964 in Griggsville. She is survived by her husband and four daughters: Rusti (Bill) Cummings of Jacksonville, Kris (John) Schulist of Draper, Utah; Mikki (Danny) Reddick of Taylor, Mo., and Toni (Brian) Riley of Oswego. She is also survived by seven granddaughters, two grandsons, two step-grandsons, two greatgranddaughters, and two brothers, Bob Richards of Griggsville and Aaron Richards of Clinton, Mo. She was preceded in death by her parents. Jean was a 1964 graduate of Griggsville High School. She was a full-time homemaker and mother, and worked in several local businesses throughout her lifetime that include Ackles Apple Orchard and the Stark Catalog Department. She also had the opportunity to drive with her husband for Gully Trucking for two years. She enjoyed spending time with her family and was an avid Dodger fan since childhood. Services will be held at the AirsmanHires Funeral Chapel in Griggsville, Saturday, Dec. 13 at 12 pm. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until the time of services on Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be held at a later date. Memorials can be made to the Griggsville United Methodist Church or the Griggsville American Legion. Condolences may be left online to the family at www.airsman-hires. com.

Edward C. Hughey Edward C. Dilley, 91, of Mt. Vernon died Nov. 29, 2014. He was born July 23, 1923 In Kinderhook, the son of George Harold and Effie (Kendrick) Dilley. He married Kathleen (Grady) Sunday, Nov. 13, 1949 at the Methodist Church in Kinderhook. They recently celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary. Edward is survived by his wife Kathleen Dilley of Mt. Vernon; daughters: Nancy Gibbs and husband Brett of Mt. Vernon, Carol Jaudes and husband Chris of Maplewood, N.J; a son: Mark Dilley and wife Sue of Bettendorf, Iowa, eight grand children, four great-grand children; a brother: Roger Dilley and wife Marilyn of Kinderhook, and several nieces and nephews also survive. His parents and a brother, George Dilley, preceded him in death. He attended Hannibal LaGrange College in Hannibal, Mo. before entering the service as a Navy pilot, serving as a lieutenant in the Philippines and the Hawaiian Islands. He finished his education at University of Illinois at the end of World War II. He worked for Country Companies Insurance in Carthage and then moved to Mt. Vernon in 1953 as regional director. He retired in 1986 and spent many years at their home in Florida, enjoying golf and fishing. Edward was a lifelong member of the United Methodist Church, a 50 year member of the Shriners, and past president of Jefferson County Heart Association. Edward was devoted to his faith and his family. Funeral services were held Friday, Dec. 5 at the Hughey Funeral Home in Mt. Vernon. A visitation was held Thursday evening, also at the funeral home. Interment was at Oakwood Cemetery in Mt. Vernon.

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Ronald 'Ronnie' Hannel Ronald “Ronnie” G. Hannel, of Bethalto, died in his home Dec. 4, 2014. He had just celebrated his 68th birthday. Ronnie was born Nov. 30, 1946 to parents William and Mildred Durall Hannel in Pike County. He worked at Laclede Steel, Reed’s farm, Sny Island Levy Drainage District, and retired from Schwann’s in 2008. Ronnie was a devoted father and grandfather. He could be found cheering on his grandchildren at their ballgames, at the park with his little princess or playing pinochle at the Senior Center in Bethalto. Ronnie was preceded in death by his parents and a brother and sisterin-law, Billy and Irma Hannel. Ronnie is survived by two daughters and a son: Joseph and Christy (Hannel) Ricci and Todd and Denise (Hannel) Hunt all of Bethalto, and Jason and Robin Hannel of Brussels. Grandpa Hannel will be missed deeply by seven grandchildren: Taylor, Brenden and Nathan Ricci, Emily and Jailyn Hunt, Mike McCluggage and William Hannel. A celebration of life service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7, 2014 at Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill.

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Bonnie Chamberlain Bonnie Gene Chamberlain, 69, of Pittsfield died Saturday, Dec.6, 2014, at Memorial Hospital in Springfield. She was born Sept. 26, 1945, in Macomb, to Leonard and Mildred Cooper Epperly, who predeceased her. She married Dan Chamberlain

Doris M. Reel Doris M. Reel, 95, formerly of Barry, died Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014,

Nov. 6, 1966, in Jacksonville and he survives. Mrs. Chamberlain also is survived by one son, Dr. Jeff (Lori) Chamberlain of Jacksonville; three grandchildren, Corinne Chamberlain of Paxton and Elizabeth and Zachary Chamberlain of Jacksonville; and two sisters, Mary (Russell) Gotschall of Chatham and Mindy Rumbles of Pittsfield. Mrs. Chamberlain attended Jacksonville High School and Brown Business School. She worked for more than 20 years in the business office of Illini Hospital and also worked for Dr. Ronald Johnson. She was a member of First Christian Church of Pittsfield, where she taught Sunday school. She loved to cook and she loved her family. Funeral services for Mrs. Chamberlain will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec.10, 2014, at Airsman-Hires Funeral Home in Pittsfield. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to The Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). Condolences may be left to the family online at www. airsman-hires.com. at the Pittsfield Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Pittsfield. She was born Oct. 26, 1919, in El Dara, to Raymond and Mary (Dolbeare) Loyd. She married Maynard M. Reel March 8, 1941, and he preceded her in death in February 1980. Doris was a member of the First Christian Church of Barr, but also attended the Baptist Church in Barry. She was a member of the Barry American Legion Auxiliary. In her earlier years, she was active in the PTA and served as her husband’s business manager at his Standard Oil business. She was also active in her church circles. She enjoyed her flower garden and doing yard work; she mowed her own yard until she was 80. She loved her family and especially loved being a greatgrandma. Doris is survived by her daughter, Mary “Jill” (Norris) Richards of Baylis; one brother, Joseph Carl

Crime Stoppers Ruth Brower

Ruth E. Brower, 95, of Barry, formerly of Chandlerville, died Monday, Dec. 8, 2014, at the Barry Community Care Center in Barry. She was born May 14, 1919, in Jacksonville the daughter of the late Charles and Bessy (DeVore) Mason. She was the third born of eight children - four brothers, Morris, Harold, George, and Charles and three sisters, Esther, Frances, and the lone survivor Beth Hanson of Arizona. She was first married to Ellsworth Birdsell in 1937 that ended in divorce. She later married James Ingram in 1944 and he died in 1960. She then married James Brower in 1978 and he died in 1990. She is survived by her only child Charles (Cheri) Birdsell of Barry, four grandchildren and nine greatRobert Dean Bobzien, 39, of grandchildren in the Chandlerville Perry, died Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014 at area. his home. He was born in Pittsfield She is also survived by several Oct. 9, 1975 to Darrel Bobzien and nieces and nephews. Millie Cannon. Ruth was proud to be the num He is survived by his parents, ber one seller of war bonds at the Darrel, of Iowa and Millie Harlow ammunition factory in Peoria where of Godfrey. she worked turning bullets durAlso surviving are two daughters, ing World War II. In 1948 she Gwen Bobzien of Perry and Emily moved to Chandlerville where she Bobzien of Ventura, Calif., two sis- and Jim were caretakers of the Old ters, Deana Bobzien of Minnesota, River Gun Club until Jim’s death and Jessica Harlow of Godfrey and in 1960. She then was the office two brothers, Ben Bobzien and manager at Meyers Brothers departAustin Bobzien, both of Iowa. ment store in Jacksonville until a He was a graduate of Griggsville near fatal car accident May 10, 1994 High School. He enjoyed spend- forcing her retirement. In the 70s ing time with his girls, watching she traveled and sang with the Sweet the girls’ softball games, cooking, Adeline’s where she learned and did baking, fishing, listening to music, the recitation of the old flag, as well exercising and lifting weights, and as on many cruises and numerous talking about music with his girls. other times, the last time Veterans Those who went to school with Day this year at the Care Center. Robert or knew him at that time, Ruth moved to the Barry remember him as the “class clown.” Community Care Center in June Funeral services will be held at 10 2013 that she immediately fell in a.m. Friday, Dec.12, at the Airsman- love with and told everyone it would Hires Chapel in Griggsville, with be her last home here on earth. She burial to follow at Wilson Cemetery will be greatly missed, as she in Perry. Visitation will be held became very well loved by everyThursday, Dec. 11, from 4-7 p.m. at one there and was known as the hat the Airsman-Hires Funeral Chapel lady. Although she had been legally in Griggsville. blind for several years she loved Memorials are suggested to an to crochet hats and dish cleaning education fund for his daughters. scratchers, usually donating them Condolences may be left to the fam- to friends. ily online at www.airsman-hires. Visitation will be from 10 - 11 com. a.m. Thursday, Dec. 11, at the Kirgan Funeral Home in Barry. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec.11, at the Kirgan Funeral Home in Barry, with graveside services and burial at 2 Bob Barnes, 81, Barry died p.m. at the Ebenezer Cemetery in Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014 in Sedalia, Jacksonville. In lieu of flowers memorials are Mo. at the home of his daughter. Arrangements are pending at the suggested to the First Baptist Church of Virginia or the Barry Community Niebur Funeral Chapel in Barry Care Center.

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To leave an anonymous tip on any criminal activity in Pike County, call the Pike County Crime Stoppers at (217) 2851500. Tips can be for old or new crimes, even crimes currently taking place. Callers will never be asked to

identify themselves. Callers will be provided with a unique identification number during the call. Write the number down and keep in a safe place as this unique number is the only way to identify yourself when calling back to check the status of your tip.

Traffic SPEEDING VIOLATIONS ($120 total unless otherwise posted) Madison J. Bailey, Pleasant Hill; Rebekah N. Keen, Pittsfield. SEATBELT VIOLATIONS ($60 total unless otherwise posted) James B. Decamp, Pleasant Hill; Reginald B. Hart, Pleasant Hill; Wesley J. Haskins, nolle prosequi; Jerry L. Robinson, Milton; James S. Smith, Pleasant Hill; Harold D. Spann, Nebo. MISCHELLAENOUS VIOLATIONS Kyle L. Cawthon, Perry,

improper traffic lane usage, $120; Jessica R. Crossman, Pittsfield, disregarding official traffic-control device, $370, three months supervision, no valid registration, nolle prosequi; Wesley J. Haskins, unlicensed, $370, three months supervision; Travis Lee Knowles, Baylis, operating uninsured motor vehicle, nolle prosequi; Tyler Dale McKee, Pleasant Hill, squealing tires, $120; Mary K. Miller, Griggsville, operating uninsured motor vehicle, $418, six months supervision, expired registration, nolle prosequi; Margo K. Trapper, Pittsfield, unlicensed, $120.

Police Beat The police records released by the Pike County Sheriff ’s office include the following arrests and bookings. The records state that these are accusations and each individual is presumed innocent until proven guilty. Bookings Eric Foster, 21, Pittsfield, was arrested Dec. 1, on a misdemeanor Pike County warrant seeking to revoke probation. He posted $750 bond and was released pending court appearance. Ramona J. Crossman, 56, Pittsfield, was arrested Dec. 1, on an in-state warrant. She posted $202 and was released pending court appearance. Richard A. Lippert, 53, Versailles, was arrested Dec. 1 on a Pike County body attachment. He posted $500 and was released pending court appearance. Aaron D. Grimsley, 24, Pleasant Hill, was arrested Dec. 2 on a felony Pike County warrant, alleging failure to appear. He posted $300 and was released pending court appearance. Gabrielle L. Moore, 20, Quincy, was arrested Dec. 2 on a charge of driving under the influence, impropC

er lane usage, illegal transportation and illegal consumption. She posted $100 and was released pending court appearance. John R. Edgar, 26, Kampsville, was arrested Dec. 3 on a felony Pike County warrant. He posted $2,500 bond and was released pending court appearance. Christoper W. Ware, 42, Jerseyville, was arrested on a felony out-of-state warrant. He remains lodged in the Pike County Jail. Michael J. Wallace, 49, Nebo, was arrested on a in-state traffic warrant. He posted $250 bond and was released pending court appearance. Derek E. Greenwood, 32, Pittsfield, was arrested on a misdemeanor Pike County warrant alleging failure to appear. He remains lodged in lieu of $ 300 bond. Ronda G. Geisler, 45, East Alton, was arrested Dec. 7 on felony charge of possession of a controlled substance. She remains lodged. Stan F. Geisler, 50, East Alton, was arrested Dec. 7 on felony charges of driving while suspended or revoked, illegal transportation, no rear registration light, and operation of an uninsured motor vehicle. He remains lodged in lieu of $235.

OBITUARIES Loretta 'Lorrie' Martinez

Loretta “Lorrie” Smith Martinez, 66, formerly of Pike County, died Friday, Dec. 5, 2014 at her home in Colorado Springs, Colo. Lorrie was born Feb. 12, 1948 in Pittsfield, a daughter of Marlene Niccum. She married Daryell Dougherty in Fishhook and to this marriage, three daughters were born. She later married Frank Martinez, and they shared more than 20 years together. Lorrie was raised in Pike County and attended school in Pittsfield and Perry. She had lived in Colorado Springs for many years, and enjoyed her job as a casher at Wal-Mart where she had made many friends. She was an excellent cook and loved working in her beautiful yard. She especially enjoyed her beloved dogs. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her daughters: Diane (Steve) Smith of Pittsfield, Darcey Price of Texas and Dana Pippin of Oklahoma. Other survivors include six grandchildren: Tyler, Shaylee, Amanda, Lauren, Mitchel and Chase; six great-grandchildren and three sisters. Swan-Law Funeral Directors of Colorado Springs are in charge of arrangements.

Loyd (Anne) of Leesburg, Fla ; two grandchildren, Sarah (Tom) Tucker of Pekin, and Steven Richards of New Orleans, La.; and one great grandchild John Thomas Tucker III, of Pekin, IL. She was preceded in death by her husband, Maynard in 1980, and two brothers, Raymond Loyd Jr. and Donald Loyd. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, Dec.11, at 11 a.m. at the Niebur Funeral Chapel in Barry with Dr. Greg Maize officiating. Visitation will be Thursday, Dec. 11, from 10:00 a.m. until time of services at 11 a.m. at the funeral chapel. Burial will be at Pittsfield West Cemetery, Pittsfield. with Rev. Tom Wilber officiating. Memorials are suggested to the Barry Fire Department or the West Cemetery Association. The Niebur Funeral Chapel in Barry is handling arrangements. On-line condolences may be left at nieburfh.com

Defense asking continuance By Justin cobb Pike Press The arraignment of Joseph M. Coffman, the man accused of stabbing to death his half brother in July, was postponed, pending the filing of two motions by the defendant. Coffman, 28, of Fort McDowell, Ariz., appeared with his attorney, Keisha Morris, Tuesday morning for a scheduled arraignment, State’s Attorney Zachary Boren and Assistant State’s Attorney Leecia Carnes appearing for the state. Morris requested the arraignment be continued for another two weeks, citing two motions she intends to file, one seeking to appoint Pittsfield attorney Michael Hollahan as cocounsel and the other requesting Coffman undergo a neurological exam. The state at first did not object, but after Boren consulted with the victim witness coordinator, Cecelia Nevius, and Carnes, the state indicated members of Coffman’s family, who were present, asked that the hearing not be held on that date, Dec. 23. Judge J. Frank McCartney thus set it for a one-week continuance instead, with no objection from either side. Coffman will next appear for a motion hearing and arraignment Tuesday morning, Dec. 16, 11:30 a.m.

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Farm Bureau supports nutrient strategy Scott county farm bureaus, said by phone Monday afternoon. “IFB supports the Strategy The Farm Bureau has come out because education, outreach(,) and in support of a strategy proposed voluntary, incentive-based best by the Illinois Environmental management practices (BMPs) Protection Agency to help keep will continue to be the primary fertilizer nutrients in the soil and tools for addressing nutrient losses from Illinois farm fields,” Lauren out of the Gulf of Mexico. The Illinois Nutrient Loss Lurkins, IFB natural and environReduction Strategy, or “INLRS,” mental resources director, said via is intended to reduce the amounts email Monday morning. The strategy largely involves of nitrogen and phosphorus leachsoil and water conservation efforts ing into the state’s waterways and the Gulf of Mexico, both from already in place voluntarily by point sources such as wastewa- Illinois farmers, according to both ter treatment plants and via run- Lurkins and Roderick. “For agricultural non-point off from fertilized farm fields, sources, voluntary implementaIEPA announced Nov. 25 via press tion of BMPs is release. expected to build Those nutrion efforts already ents support "This new strategy underway by algae over- addresses things we farmers throughgrowth, known as out the state and “algae blooms,” have been doing and in watersheds with which “deplete continue to do so." existing nutrioxygen levels” in ent management the water, “hinBlake Roderick plans,” Lurkins der recreation, said. “This is Executive Director, and threaten pubIllinois agriculPike and Scott County lic health,” as ture’s opportunity Farm Bureaus well as “degrade to prove that voldrinking water untary conservaquality,” increastion does work.” ing municipali“Farmers in Illinois for many ties’ water treatment costs, the decades have been working quite press release reads. The goal is to reduce amounts hard on soil erosion, keeping the of both nutrients in the state’s dirt on the field, and also water waters by 45 percent, according to runoff,” Roderick said. “They’ve been working pretty hard to keep the press release. The Illinois Environmental it on the field, keep it for the Protection Agency has opened a crops. This new strategy addresses public comment period on the pro- things we have been doing and posed strategy, which ends Jan. continue to do.” Measures farmers take and will 24, 2015, it announced in the press continue to take to prevent nutrirelease. The strategy was crafted ent loss is the proper containthrough a year-long process ment of manure, its application to involving numerous stakehold- land, the use of cover crops where ers, including state, federal, and appropriate, keeping litter on top municipal units of government, of the soil in winter and the use of environmental groups, and advo- vegetative filter strips to slow the cates of agriculture, including flow of runoff from fields, accordIllinois Farm Bureau, the press ing to Roderick. “It’s not to farmers’ benefit to release reads. “The Farm Bureau and all of have (nutrients) running into the the ag groups have been really Gulf of Mexico,” Roderick said. instrumental in getting it done in a “They want to keep the nutrients form that we feel was the best way in the soil for the plants and to to go about it,” Blake Roderick, maximize the benefit they give to executive director of the Pike and agricultural yields.” By JUSTIN A. COBB Pike Press

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Dolbeare says she's ready to promote and learn By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press For the first time ever, the Illinois Soybean Association has five female directors, including Roberta Dolbeare of rural Nebo. “Phil Bradshaw contacted me and asked me if I would be interested in running for the seat,” Dolbeare said. “Mark Sprague of the Kinderhook area had been the director for this area and he had served two, three years terms and was not eligible to stay on the board.”

"This is my first year. I plant to tread lightly, get my feet on the ground first." Roberta Dolbeare Illinois Soybean Board Director from Nebo Dolbeare said she and her husband, Eric, talked it over and decided it was something she wanted to do. “A director’s responsibility is to promote soybeans; the use, how we grow them, transportation issues, anything for the betterment of the soybean industry,” Dolbeare said. “We are the spokespersons for the industry.” According to Dolbeare, 80 percent of Illinois soybeans stay in Illinois to be used in animal feed. She intends to look for more ways and destinations for Illinois soybeans. “There is a movement to do a pilot project on the Illinois River involving the lock and dams,” Dolbeare said. “It is to draw attention to our infrastructure problems and our deteriorating roads and bridges. I hope to be involved in that process.” Although her position is unpaid,

Photo courtesy of the Illinois Soybean Association

Roberta Dolbeare and her husband, Eric, graced the cover of Illinois Field and Bean for the November issue. Roberta Dolbeare was recently elected to a director’s position on the ISA board.

Dolbeare says the ISA is funded for its research and educational materials through the soybean check-off program. “Producers pay an amount for each bushel of soybeans they sell,” Dolbeare said. “If they decide they do not want to support the ISA, the money is refunded to them at the end of the year.”

Dolbeare said research is important to the industry because it not only finds new uses for soybeans and soybean by-products but also works to improve yield and quality. There is also the issue of GMOs vs. non-GMO beans to be addressed. Dolbeare’s husband, Eric, served two stints in Iraq and Afghanistan on a provisional reconstruction

team, mainly working with the farmers in those countries to try to produce more food. “Ironically, when he was in Afghanistan he worked with the Afghani farmers to help them produce soybeans,” Dolbeare said. “Soybean is a good food source because it is high in protein.” Dolbeare said it was her husband’s time spent away from the farm that gave her the confidence and knowledge she feels will be useful in her term as director. “We had employees that did the hands on work on the farm,” Dolbeare said. “I tried to talk things over with Eric but there were times when it had to be a quick decision, such as when to sell and when to store.” Dolbeare, who operates her own marketing firm, Brookside Marketing, said her forte is helping people or businesses promote their product or service and marketing commodities was an entirely different matter. Since being elected to her position, Dolbeare says she receives several emails a day from the ISA and other organizations with opportunities to spread the word about soybeans. “This is my first year,” she said. “I plan to tread lightly, get my feet on the ground first,” Dolbeare said. “I”ve already been to a couple of conferences and have a couple more scheduled. There has been a board meeting in Bloomington I have attended and The National Transportation Coalition Committee will meet soon in St. Louis. There is a National Commodity Conference in February in Phoenix.” Volunteer work is not foreign to Dolbeare. She has served on the Twin Pike YMCA board and is currently a board member of Illini Community Hospital and is active in the Pittsfield Rotary Club.

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Barry December 11 - 6:30 p.m. Western High and Junior High Choirs Holiday Concert in the Western High School Gym The Barry Community Chorus will present the annual Christmas cantata “Darkness into Light, Sunday, December 14th at 7:30 p.m. at the Barry United Methodist Church on Perry Street. Detroit The Detroit United Methodist Church will have a Christmas program Dec. 21 at 11 a.m. The Christmas Eve service will be Dec. 24 at 6:30 p.m. Christmas Eve Service at Detroit Christian Church, Wednesday, Dec. 24, 6 p.m. Florence The Florence United Methodist Church will have its annual Christmas program Dec. 13 at 7 p.m. Music by a group from Alsey and Christine Henthorne and others will also perform. Griggsville The Class of 2016 is hosting Breakfast with Santa Dec. 13 from 8-11 a.m. at the high school cafeteria. The meal will be a free will donation. Breakfast will include biscuits and gravy, pancakes, and sausage links. There will be fun activities for the kids, along with a visit with Santa! The Pike Pipers, a recorder ensemble, will perform at the Griggsville Historical Society Christmas meeting Thursday, Dec. 11 beginning at 2 p.m. at the Skinner House. The period of the Renaissance will be the historical focus. All are welcome to attend. The United Methodist Church in Griggsville is having a Christmas program Dec. 14 at 10:30 a.m. The Christmas Eve service will begin at 8 p.m. Nebo Santa Claus is coming to town in December. Friday evening Dec. 19 you can come see him at the community club and have some cookies and drinks! More information on this to come. New Salem The United Methodist Church will have a Christmas Eve program Dec. 24 at 4 p.m. Perry The United Methodist Church will have a Christmas program Dec. 14 at 9 a.m. in Perry. There will be community Christmas caroling Dec. 14 at 5 p.m. in Perry.

The Christmas Eve service will begin at 11 p.m. Pleasant Hill Ministerial Alliance Community Christmas Carol sing – Pleasant Hill High School gym, Dec. 10 at 6:30 p.m. Junior High/High School band and choir Christmas concert will be Dec. 15 at 6:30 in the small gym. The elementary Christmas Concert will be Dec. 18 at 6:30 in the big gym. Pleasant Hill Christian Church Christmas Service – Dec. 21 at 6 p.m. Family game night – Dec. 28 at 6 p.m. Pleasant Hill United Methodist Christmas Tea – Dec. 13 at 2 p.m. Christmas program – Dec. 21st during the 10:30 worship service Christmas Eve service – Dec. 24 at 5 p.m. Pleasant Hill Baptist Christmas program – Dec. 21st at 6 p.m. Candlelight Lord’s Supper – Dec. 25 at 5 p.m. All events are planned for the present church, although there might be a chance the Christmas Eve Lord’s Supper will be in the new facility despite the lack of finishing touches. A location will be announced once a decision is made. Pittsfield Dec. 14 PHS Christmas Concerts in Voshall Gymnasium 2 p.m. Dec. 16 PCS Christmas Concerts in PCS Gymnasium at 7 and 8 p.m. Dec. 17 – The Lighting of the Memorial Tree service will be held Wednesday, Dec. 17, at 7 p.m. in the Pike County Courthouse first floor rotunda. Reverend Tom Wilber of Pittsfield United Methodist Church will be conducting the service. If you have questions, please call Pike County Courthouse at 217-285-2014 Dec. 19 Christmas break begins for Pikeland Schools. Santa will be in his house on the courthouse lawn, Dec. 6, 13 and 20 from 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 14, at 6:30 p.m. -Pittsfield Church of the Nazarene will present a children’s musical. Sunday, Dec. 21, at 5 p.m. -Pittsfield First Christian Church will present their Christmas Cantata. Sunday, Dec. 21, at 6:30 p.m. -Pittsfield Church of the Nazarene will present their Christmas Cantata.

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What’s Happening BARRY n Barry American Legion will have their monthly stag supper and meeting Dec. 11. Ham and beans will be served at 6:30 p.m., with meeting starting around 7 p.m. We still have several who haven't paid their dues for 2015. If this includes you, please bring your checkbook. GRIGGSVILLE n Griggsville Historical and Genealogical Society’s Christmas meeting will feature music of the season from the Pike Pipers, plus a display of White House Christmas ornaments. The program is Thursday, Dec. 11, at 2 p.m. at the Skinner House. All are invited.

NEBO n “Christmas by The Book”! Christmas by the book is a dramatic rendition of the Christmas story. This play will be presented Saturday, Dec. 20 at 6:30 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 21 at 6:30 p.m. by the Nebo Baptist Youth and Children at the Nebo Baptist Church. Everyone is invited! PITTSFIELD n The Pike County Ducks Unlimited chapter is hosting its first-ever Christmas Gun Calendar raffle party Friday, Dec. 12 at the upstairs party room at Lindsay's, Pittsfield. The Illinois Great Gun Giveaway Calendar offers 261 guns to be given away in 2015 (a gun every weekday in 2015). Each calendar has a 4 digit number. Winners are determined by matching the calendar number with the Illinois Lottery "Midday Pick 4" drawing daily. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Meal will be chilli, ham and turkey sandwiches free of charge. Decoys will also be raffled off that night as well. To purchase your calendar in advance call Brian Damon 217-779-5097. n Eat lunch with Santa, Saturday, Dec. 13 at Gianni’s. Santa will be there from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. n St. Mary's Altar Society bake sale, Saturday, Dec. 13, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 14, 8-10 p.m., in gathering space at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Pittsfield. Bags of homemade noodles will be available for sale. n The Christmas Concert for Pikeland 5-8th grade students will be Tuesday, Dec. 16, beginning at 7 p.m. in the PCS Gym. There will be performances by the fifth grade band, sixth grade band and chorus and Jr. High band and chorus students. The public is welcome and there is no admission charge. n The Garden Unit of HCE will meet Tuesday, Dec 16. at 2 p.m. at the Farm Bureau Hall. We will make a pine cone ornament and play Christmas bingo. Please bring greenery scraps, ribbon, etc. for the ornament and a one dollar gift for a bingo prize. Hope to see you there. n The Pittsfield Youth Library is sponsoring two families through the Christmas Basket program. Those who wish to donate may either take a tag from the tree or make a donation toward purchasing items requested. Anyone who takes a tag should tell one of the librarians so they can note it. For more information, please call 285-5232. n Puzzlebox: Autism Awareness/ Support Group will meet Monday, Dec. 15, 6 p.m.-7:45 p.m. (doors open at 5:45 p.m.), 3rd Floor Conference Room at Illini Community Hospital, Pittsfield. Anyone and everyone affected by autism or anyone interested in learning more about the spectrum. The Puzzlebox is a free open group dedicated to raising awareness of autism spectrum disorders as well as provide support to those affected by austim. For more information please contact Taylor Sweeting by email at taylor.sweeting@yahoo.com, or by cell phone 217-370-8142 or work phone 217-285-2113 ext. 3277. n Pittsfield Main Street is pleased to announce that Santa is Coming to Town, Nov. 29. He will be located at the William Watson Hotel from 1-4 p.m. Santa will then be in the Santa House Dec. 6, 13, and 20 from 1-4 p.m. Each child will receive a small gift from Santa. Any questions, please contact the Pittsfield Main Street office at 217-285-1817. n Each year as you shop for the perfect gifts, we hope that you consider shopping local. In an effort to promote local shopping, we offer Pittsfield Main Street Christmas Punch Cards. It is simple. You spend local and we will put you in for a chance to win one of three prizes of Holiday Downtown Cash. Be watching and listening for an updated list of participating businesses. n The Pittsfield Public Library is sponsoring "A Giving Tree for Senior

Citizens". We are asking that you open your hearts to this often forgotten group of people. The Giving Tree will be in the Adult section of the Library with tags on the tree for both men and women. The tree will be up from Nov. 20 through Dec. 19. There are 25 tags to be filled so please help these most deserving seniors. This year, if anyone would like to leave a monetary donation, the library will pick a gift for you. We have a list of gift suggestions available at the library. For more information contact Sara Bernard at the Pittsfield Public Library 217-285-2200. n Pike Press will be accepting letters to Santa for children in Pike County. Letters can be emailed to nliehr@ campbellpublications.net, dropped off at 115 W. Jefferson, Pittsfield, or mailed to Pike Press, P.O. Box 70, Pittsfield, IL. 62363. Letters will be published in the Dec. 17 and Dec. 24 editions of the Pike Press. Please include child's name and age. n Between Nov. 20 and Dec. 20, patrons of Pittsfield Public Library may pay their overdue fines by bringing in non-perishable food items. Food For Fines is a great way for our patrons to give back to the community and return their account to good standing. Food For Fines applies to overdue fines only. It does not apply to lost or damaged materials. All items collected will be distributed to local food banks. Please, no glass items. Only unexpired, in goodcondition, non-perishable food items will be accepted. Come in and see us at the Library, or call 217-285-2200 for information on any outstanding overdue fines. PLEASANT HILL n Take time out of the hustle and bustle to remember the real reason for the season! The women of the Pleasant Hill Methodist Church invite all area women to join them in the annual Christmas Tea; a program of music and fellowship Saturday, Dec. 13 at 2 p.m. This year, the program will include music by the Pleasant Hill UMC Handbell Choir and the Barry Community Christmas Choir, as well as inspirational readings for the holiday season. Following the program, homemade refreshments will be served in the newly-renovated lower level of the church. In past years, women have attended from various churches in the Twin Pike counties as well as Calhoun and Adams counties. OUT OF COUNTY n Candlelight service will be at Morrellville Community Church, Dec. 24, 6 p.m. For more information, contact Pastor Wayne Sutton at 217653-8792. ON GOING n Bible studies for 2014 will be held at Griggsville United Methodist Church every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. and at Perry United Methodist Church every Tuesday evening at 6:30 p.m. The book of Joel and the minor prophets will be studied. This Bible study is sponsored by the 7 congregations of the Bright Star Parish but is open to absolutely everyone. If you have questions, feel free to contact Pastor Dave at 217-833-2575 or 217-8332457. n TOPS Meeting in the Milton Christian Church Annex every Wednesday. Weigh-in at 6 p.m., meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. Take Off Pounds Sensibly is open to the pubic and is a non-profit organization. For more info, call Alberta Mesey, 217473-3103. n Helping Hands Ministry sponsored by Calvary Baptist Church in Pittsfield will be held the second Saturday of every month from 9-11 a.m. Free to all in need are household cleaning items, paper products, baby care products, personal hygiene items, laundry items and more. Open to all families in need. Enter in back door just off the parking lot. Watch for bright signs. n The Pittsfield Woman’s Club will meet every 4th Tuesday of the month at noon for lunch and a program at the Community Center. For more information or to become a member, call Sandy Henry, 217-285-6480. All Pike County women are welcome. n The Pittsfield High School Athletic Dept. is looking for a way to get alumni of PHS addresses. If you are yourself, or if you know the person who is in charge of planning your class reunions, please contact Athletic Director Don Bigley at 217-285-6888 or email dbigley@pikeland.org. n Exercise classes will be held at the Pittsfield Senior Citizen Center every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:15-6:15 p.m. These classes are free and open to the public. For more information, call Helen Hilgedick at 217-285-4524. n Puzzlebox: Autism Awareness/ Support Group meets the third Monday of every month from 6:30 p.m. until 7:30 or 8 p.m. at the First Christian Church in Pittsfield. The group is designed to raise awareness of autism spectrum disorders

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within the community and provide support for those affected by autism. Anyone affected is welcome to attend. Upcoming meeting dates are: June 17 and July 15. For more information, please contact Taylor Sweeting at 217-370-8142 or email taylor.sweeting@yahoo.com. n The County Market Coupon Club meets Wednesday afternoons from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. weekly in the County Market Café. There is no charge to join and the coupons are traded each week and several rebate forms are available each week. For more information, contact County Market 217-285-4453.

Aiden Goins celebrated his second birthday at a Monster’s Inc. party with family and friends. He is the son of Jeff and Ashley (Cooney) Goins of Franklin, Tenn., the grandson of Pat and Pam Cooney of Pittsfield, and the nephew of Ahron and Kathy Cooney, also of Pittsfield.

n Belleview Community Church “Teen Drop-In” every third Sunday night of the month for ages 12-18 at 5:30 p.m. n 12 Step Al-Anon Family Support Group for alcohol and narcotic addiction every Monday 8 p.m. at First Christian Church 225 N. Memorial, Pittsfield. (Breezway entrance). For more information, call Betty at 217285-6191. n Food Pantry serving the southern Pike County areas: Nebo, Pleasant Hill, Pearl and Belleview. Transportation is available. Please call Pastor Darin Workman 217-7342803. Pantry will be open every third Saturday of each month. n The East Pike Lending Library in Detroit is open 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Monday through Friday and 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays. n Addicts Victorious support group meeting Tuesday nights 6-7 p.m. Church of the Nazarene Family Center. n Scrapbooking every third Wednesday per month 6-8 p.m. at the Hull Community Center by Marie Woods. n Blood Pressure Checks Liberty Village of Pittsfield will provide free checks the last Monday of every month at the Hull Community Center from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free soup and sandwich will be provided by Liberty Village and transportation will be provided by the Western Public Transit for anyone to and from the center! n The Pike County Health Department is now offering IDPH approved online food service sanitation classes. Both the initial 15 hour “certification class” and the five hour “refresher” class are offered. Participants must have internet access and an e-mail address to sign up. A registration form can be downloaded from the Pike County Health Department website at www.pikecoilhealth.org, Call Jane Johnson at (217) 285-4407, ext 118 for more information. n Pittsfield Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star meets every fourth Monday at the Masonic Lodge at 7:30 p.m. n Pittsfield Lions Club meets the first and third Thursday of every month at Carl’s Cardinal Inn. For more information, please contact Mike Graham at 217-473-3791. n Breastfeeding Support Group, Pike County Health Department, monthly. First Tuesday, 10 a.m, third Tuesday, 6:30 p.m., 217-285-4407. n Pike County Health Department: Home Health visits by nurses, therapists, aides, and homemakers daily. TB skin testing 8:30 a.m.-11:45 a.m. & 1-4:45 p.m. Monday and Tuesday. Immunization clinics 1:306 p.m. on first and third Mondays. Family planning counseling Mon.Thurs., except Tues. a.m. and Wed. p.m. when clinics are held. Blood pressure screenings Tues. 2-4 p.m. The health department is closed on Fridays, although essential services are available. For more information, call 217-285-4407. New WIC walk-in clinics: Monday through Thursday,-to 10:45 a.m. and 1 to 3 p.m. Children’s group nutrition education available second and fourth Thursdays at 1 p.m. No appointments necessary. For more information call 217-285-4407, x137. n Job Club will be open to the public every Tuesday from 2-3 p.m. No appointment necessary. Two Rivers Regional Council Office at 120 South Madison, Pittsfield. n The Pittsfield Meal Site located in the First Christian Church Fellowship Hall, 225 N. Memorial offers daily meals at noon, Monday-Friday. Please call Connie at 285-6150 the day before or by 8:45 a.m. the day of the lunch, or any time before the day you would like to eat with us. Donation only for seniors over 60. Those under 60 are required to pay the full cost. Transportation available. The senior center is also collecting used cell phones for seniors. Your old cell phone may provide the critical link between law enforcement and someone in trouble.

MR. AND MRS. RICHARD WAINMAN Patricia Sue Patton and Richard Wainman, both of Pittsfield, exchanged wedding vows in a double ring ceremony, July 26, 2014 in the Detroit Christian church with the Rev. Jim Bormann officiating. The bride is the daughter of the late Julian and Sarah Sheppard of Jacksonville. The groom is the son of the late Bill and Elsie Wainman of Griggsville. The bride’s son, Kevin Patton of Jacksonville, gave his mother in marriage. Pianist was Todd Evans of Griggsville and soloist was Alayna Mendenhall of Pittsfield. Matron of honor was Marcine Lara of Pittsfield. Best man was Carlos Lara of Pittsfield. Ushers were Michael Sheppard of Champaign and Terry Sheppard of Rantoul, both brothers of the bride.

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Isabella Patton, the bride’s dog, served as ring bearer. A rehearsal dinner was hosted by the bride and groom the evening preceding the wedding at the Detroit Town Hall. The buffet reception was also held at the Detroit Town Hall. Assisting at the buffet were Vicki Prather, niece of the groom and Wanda McCallister, sister of the groom. Assisting with the cake and punch were Susan Evans and Carol Cooley, friends of the bride. Kathryn Scott of Jacksonville, daughter of the bride, attended the guest book and programs and also handed out birdseed packets. Josh Jones of Jacksonville decorated the bride and groom car before they left for the honeymoon starting at Heartland Lodge in Nebo and traveling on to New York City, Niagara Falls and Hershey, Penn. The couple resides in Pittsfield.

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IRVING The family of Brice Irving II wishes to express our sincerest appreciation to everyone for your heartfelt thoughts, prayers, Masses offered, food, beverages, supplies, flowers and plants delivered and for the stories and memories relived. Your kindness and love is helping us make it through this difficult time. May God bless you.

Keith Renoud of Barry, will be celebrating his 90th birthday Dec. 18. If you would like to send Keith a birthday greeting in wishing Keith a happy 90th, you can mail a card to 1172 Mortimer St., Barry, IL 62312.

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‘Tis the season for moderation By JUSTIN A. COBB Pike Press The holiday season, from Thanksgiving through New Year’s, is a time of the year filled with rich traditional foods. It can be tempting to overconsume, but if you follow some simple advice, you can literally have your cake and eat it, too. “I think like most things in life, it’s all about moderation, not eating too much of any one thing,” Dr. Daniel Moore, Blessing Physician Services gastroenterologist, said by phone Monday afternoon. It is important to balance the rich desserts and high-calorie sides with healthier foods, such as salads or relish tray items, during special holiday meals and to continue to eat healthy for other meals throughout the season, according to Moore. “On Christmas Day, it’s important to get a little bit of everything,” Moore said. “Even though they’re not the most exciting, eat some other foods” such as fresh vegetables “to fill yourself up so you don’t have that craving for additional rounds of desserts.” Also, “try to avoid that second plate or that second or third cookie or piece of pie,” he said. Some are tempted to wait until Christmas dinner is served before eating, thinking perhaps it will make up for eating so much once dinner is on the table, but “to save it up until a one or two o’clock meal is probably not the healthiest way to do it,” Moore said. Eating some food in the morning, perhaps a light brunch, or snacking on relish trays while waiting for the big meal can help eaters better control the amount of food they consume, he said. If you do overeat and you feel uncomfortable, moving around some instead of just sitting on the couch can help, according to Moore.

“It does help speed digestion, which will help you feel better more quickly,” Moore said. “Walk around the house, or if the weather is nice, take a walk around the block.” Heartburn can be alleviated with an antacid, he said. It is important to stay hydrated throughout the holiday season, drinking plenty of water and avoiding the sugary soft drinks and fruit juices, according to Moore. “There is decent evidence drinking water does help defray appetite and keep the stomach somewhat full,” Moore said. Those who consume alcohol during holiday celebrations should drink in moderation. Not only are those beverages deceivingly high in calories, the alcohol can irritate the stomach lining. “With alcohol, the big thing is portion control and serving size,” Moore said. “With alcohol, from a medical standpoint, we talk about serving size.” One serving size of alcohol, according to Moore, is 12 ounces of beer, four ounces of wine, or one ounce of hard liquor, according to Moore. Drinking on an empty stomach is never a good idea, and Moore suggested those who are drinking snack on things like breads or crackers, complex carbohydrates that take a while to break down. Finally, it is important for parents to keep and eye on what the little ones are eating so they do not fill themselves up with pie and cookies, as young children are wont to do. “The bottom line is, it’s OK to eat these foods. It’s part of our tradition in the country,” Moore said. “You just have to moderate and know down the road, if you do overindulge, you will have to compensate and offset that down the road.”

What you need to know about Ebola Ebola has been ravaging residents of West Africa for quite some time, but the virus hit closer to home when the disease touched down in North America in September of 2014. The presence of the Ebola virus in the United States sparked immediate panic, but many concerns surrounding this potentially deadly virus are unfounded. WHAT IS EBOLA? Ebola is a rare and deadly disease caused by infection with a strain of an Ebola virus, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Though Ebola primarily affects humans and other primates, it also can be passed by bats and other wild animals. Ebola viruses are contained in five different varieties: Ebola virus (formerly Zaire virus), Sudan virus, Taï Forest virus, Bundibugyo virus, and Reston virus. Little is known of how the virus first passes to humans, but it could be through interaction or consumption of infected wild animals. Human-to-human transmission is to blame for the epidemic in Africa. How is Ebola contracted? In humans, Ebola spreads only via direct contact with the bodily fluids of a person who has developed symptoms of the virus. Fluids that may contain the Ebola virus include saliva, blood, mucus, vomit, feces, tears, breast milk, urine, and semen. The World Health Organization says only people who are quite sick are able to spread Ebola through saliva, and more studies are necessary to determine if the virus can be transmitted through sweat. Many people are infected when they come in contact with blood, vomit and feces from infected individuals. Vomiting and diarrhea are main symptoms of the disease and prolific transmitters of the virus. It's important to note that deceased bodies remain infectious, and people handling human remains have contracted the virus from burial rituals and embalming. Even if a person has recovered from Ebola, the virus may still be able to persist in semen or breast milk of survivors for up to seven weeks. Caution is always suggested to prevent additional transmission. WHAT ARE EBOLA SYMPTOMS? The incubation period for Ebola is between two and 21 days. Many infected persons exhibit no symptoms during this time. Typically, the first symptoms of the virus to appear are the sudden onset of fever, fatigue, muscle pain, headache, and sore throat, according to the WHO. Vomiting, rash, diarrhea,

and symptoms of impaired kidney and liver function may eventually appear. In some cases, internal and external bleeding may occur. It can be very difficult to distinguish Ebola from other infectious diseases. Several tests are required to confirm Ebola is the culprit behind symptoms. HOW IS EBOLA TREATED? Many nations do not have the necessary medical care facilities and equipment to treat Ebola or contain the disease. There are currently no proven treatments available for Ebola, nor a vaccine. However, supportive care in the way of rehydration and treatment of specific symptoms can improve a patient's chance of survival. Experimental treatments with blood products and immune therapies also are being evaluated. At press time, two Texas nurses, who contracted Ebola while treating the late Thomas Eric Duncan, the first person to be diagnosed with Ebola in the United States, were recovering quite well. PROCESS FOR AVOIDING EBOLA AND CONTAINING THE VIRUS Successful outbreak control relies heavily on case management, monitoring symptoms, good laboratory services, and safe burials. The CDC recommends practices of careful hygiene, including washing hands with soap and water. Avoidance of blood and body fluids is key. Anyone who has had contact with someone suffering from Ebola is at risk. The virus can enter the body through broken skin or unprotected mucus membranes in the eyes, nose or mouth, and the CDC released updated guidelines for people who might have been exposed to the Ebola virus. "The new guidelines increase the level of protection by outlining different levels of exposure and outlining different public health actions that can be taken for each of those levels of exposure," said CDC Director Dr. Tom Frieden. Direct contact with infected body fluids, for instance, would be classified as high risk. Someone would be considered low risk if he or she traveled on an airplane with a person showing symptoms of Ebola. At press time, no travel restrictions to North America from West Africa had been implemented. However, travelers should expect screenings for symptoms at airports. While Ebola has a high fatality rate elsewhere in the world, health advisors want to reiterate that pneumonia and the flu are responsible for more deaths in the United States than Ebola.

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Illini Hospital construction update Phase 1 of Illini Community Hospital’s two-phase construction project is in its final days before it is completed. “We did our punch list last week to make sure everything was exactly how it is supposed to be,” Kathy Hull, Illini president and CEO, said. “The few things we did find were very minor. Paint touch ups, a ceiling tile or two that needed replaced, etc. We feel like those things can all be fixed this week and then the terminal cleaning of the space can begin.” As previously reported, the hospital will have to wait approximately 30-90 days for the Illinois Department of Public Health to com-

Foods that pack a punch A healthy diet is essential to long-term health. When coupled with routine exercise, healthy diets can be an effective way for men and women to reduce their risk of contracting a variety of diseases, not to mention the positive impact that such a healthy lifestyle can have on an individual's quality of life. The following are a handful of easily found foods that pack a nutritious punch. · Whole wheat and multigrain pasta: Once difficult to find, these low-calorie alternatives to traditional pastas are now available in many large chain grocery stores as well as organic marketplaces. That's good news, as a typical twoounce serving of whole wheat or multigrain pasta typically includes about seven grams of protein and six grams of fiber. · Nonfat Greek yogurt: Nonfat Greek yogurt is a great low-calorie source of protein, making it a great snack option for men and women who want a snack that can boost their afternoon energy levels without compromising their waistlines. Single serving containers of Greek yogurt tend to be right around six ounces, and that six ounces can include 120 grams of protein or more. · Russet potatoes: If baked potatoes are a side dish you typically only enjoy in restaurants, you might want to consider eating more of them at home. One mediumsized Russet potato is roughly 170 calories and includes three grams of fiber, five grams of protein and 25 percent of your daily recommended dosage of potassium. Russet potatoes also are high in vitamin C and iron. · Fresh spinach: Popeye was on to something, as a four cup serving of fresh bagged spinach is just 20 calories and loaded with vitamins and nutrients. Just one serving of fresh bagged spinach can provide 160 percent of the recommended daily value of vitamin A and 40 percent of the daily value of vitamin C. Spinach is also a great source of folic acid, which can help prevent heart disease, stroke and certain types of cancer. · Dried lentils: Dried lentils make great additions to salads, soups and stews and pack a nutritious punch despite their relatively small serving size. A single serving of dried lentils is 1/4 cup, and that serving includes 10 grams of protein and 11 grams of fiber. · Brown rice: A single 1/4 cup serving of brown rice has roughly 20 less calories than a similar serving of traditional white rice, and brown rice is also a much greater source of dietary fiber (1.8 grams) than white rice (0.4 grams). Brown rice also is rich in selenium, which can reduce a person's risk of developing arthritis, certain cancers and heart disease.

plete an inspection of the space. Once the inspection is completed and if there are no issues found by IDPH, the space will be able to be utilized immediately. While crews are putting the finishing touches on Phase 1, demolition crews have begun with their portion of Phase 2. Crews worked last week and continue to work this week on completely gutting the west wing of the hospital. “It’s amazing how much work has been completed in the west wing in just a week’s time,” Hull said. “The entire ceiling has been removed, entire walls are gone and it continues to change at a very rapid pace. We are very

pleased with how quickly this has begun and that the demolition crew has worked fairly quietly as to not disturb our patients on second floor.” Brickwork on the outdoor portion of the project is nearly complete. Crews will finish laying brick this week and then will wash the newly laid bricks. Windows will be placed within the next few weeks to completely close in the addition for the winter. If any member of the community has questions or concerns about the construction project, please contact Illini Community Hospital at 217-285-2113, extension 3810.

Stop colds before they start · Keep kids clean. School-aged kids tend to carry home lots of germs, so when kids get home after a long day at school, make sure they wash their hands thoroughly and change into fresh outfits. Such precautionary measures can keep colds and other illnesses from running rampant through your house. · Drink plenty of fluids. Keeping your body hydrated will help flush toxins out of your body, strengthening your immune system and making it more capable of fending off colds. · Keep your distance. Did you know the cold virus can be shot up to three feet away when someone sneezes? The virus travels on the small droplets of saliva and mucus that get propelled from the nose and mouth of a sick individual. If you know someone is sick, stay as far away as possible and wash your hands frequently, paying special attention to your fingertips. · Wipe down surfaces. The cold virus can live on surfaces for up to 24 hours. That means a sick person can easily transfer a virus by touching a computer keyboard or remote control he or she shares with others. Use disinfecting wipes or warm, soapy water to clean off doorknobs, telephones, light switches, cabinet handles, and anything that is frequently touched around a home or business. · Let it out gently. Blowing your nose forcefully or pinching your nose to hold back sneezes can irritate nasal passageways and make them more vulnerable to infection. · Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth. If you are well,

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Consuming excessive amounts of sodium not only affects your health but also may affect your appearance. A diet that's rich in sodium has long been linked to a host of health problems, including high blood pressure, stroke, kidney disease, and stomach cancer. But consuming too much sodium also leads to increased water retention, which can cause weight gain and make men and women appear puffy and bloated. According to the American Heart Association, the recommended daily sodium intake is 1,500 milligrams. But the AHA notes that the average American consumes more than double that amount on a daily basis, and Health Canada asserts that Canadians also eat roughly the same amount of sodium each day as their American counterparts. While sodium is an essential nutrient, the human body does not need a lot of it to reap its benefits. Bread, processed meats and soups are some of the major contributors of dietary sodium, so men, women and even children, who the AHA notes are far morelikely to develop high blood pressure as adults if they consume a high-sodium diet as a child, should study packaging on these items to ensure they aren't overloaded with sodium. C

keep your hands away from your mouth, nose and eyes. Viruses are especially good at entering the body through the mucus membranes located in these areas of the body. A combination of frequent handwashing and avoiding touching your face can keep colds at bay. · Maintain your exercise routine. Regular exercise can boost the body's immune system and

help it to fend off foreign invaders, including the cold virus. A recent study found that taking vitamin C in addition to daily exercise can reduce your risk of cold and cut the duration of the cold should you get one. Before taking any supplements, speak with your doctor to make sure they won't interact negatively with other medications.

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Knights of Columbus supports food pantries By JUSTIN A. COBB Pike Press The Knights of Columbus have donated $2,000 to food pantries on both sides of the Illinois River. K. of C. members affiliated with St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Pittsfield and St. Mark’s Catholic Church in Winchester donated $500 each to the Barry Food Pantry, the Two Rivers Outreach Center in Pittsfield, the Naples Food Pantry in Bluffs, and the Kiwanis in Winchester, Jim Lagemann, K. of C. council membership chair, said Monday afternoon.

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The 68-member-strong organization also recently donated $600 to the American Legion post in Pittsfield, which told the Knights the money would be used to buy Christmas gifts for veterans in nursing homes or State Veterans Homes operated by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, according to Lagemann. The money donated came from various fundraisers conducted by the churches and K. of C. members throughout the year, including the soup and spaghetti suppers and the St. Mary’s produce stand, Lagemann said.

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Pike County resident Kylie Dejaynes, left, served as “Page for a Day” with State Sen. Sam McCann, right, Wednesday, Dec. 3. In addition to McCann, Dejaynes met Governor-Elect Bruce Rauner that day in Springfield.

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“People are watching the way we act more than they are listening to what we say”. Max Lucado Birthdays and Anniversaries for this week are: Dec. 3 -Jim Davidsmeyer, Gena Long, Dec. 4-Lilly Borrowman, Jordan Garner, Dec. 6-Becky Winner, Dec. 7-April and Trey Troxell, Britini Deeder, Dec. 8-Paul Turner, Dec. 9-Cody Ward, Dec. 10-Darold and Brenda Garner, Dec. 12-Eli Burrows, Bob Garrett, Kristina and Eric Law, Dec. 13-Nettie Hankins, Dec. 14-Duane Borrowman, Dec. 15-Anita Troxell, Jennifer Wolfe, Dec. 16-Kent Harter, Butch Cope, Judy Davenport. Prayer requests: April Myers, Angie Lin, the Tom and Sue Barger family, Brian Himmel, Becky Phillips, Betty Collins, Bob Rue, Brenda and Darold Garner, Connie McFall, David Brawdy, Dianna Ruble, Eric Wilson, Heather Alvey, Jeanette Doran, Josh Bennett, Karen McCullen, Leroy Leonard, Mary Crane, Missionary Mike Leonard and family, Monica Ruble, Ona Ogle, Roger Woods, Radar Grim, Roger Bonnett, Roger and Brenda Pennock, Velma Ottwell, Vicki Brackett and family, and pray especially for the new Illinois state governor, our Pike County board, and for the United States of America. Sympathy is extended to the family of Carl Lawber, Sr. who past away Dec. 7. “Keep your face always toward the sunshine -- and shadows will fall behind you”. Walt Whitman The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy. He will not always chide: neither will he keep his anger for ever. He hath not dealt with us after our sins; nor rewarded us according to our iniquities. For as the heaven is high above the earth, so great is his mercy toward them that fear him. Psalm 103:8 - 12 He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life: and he that believeth not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him. John 3:36 Congratulations to the Pittsfield High School Cheerleaders who qualified at the Illinois Cheerleading Coaches Association in Highland. Saturday, Dec. 6. This is the first time the Pittsfield High School Cheerleaders ever qualified. (Our granddaughter Jacqueline is a member of this group.) Way to go, girls, and Dylan! There is Bingo every Friday night at the Pittsfield American Legion starting at 7 p.m., unless bad weather or another event is scheduled. If you want to attend Bingo and want to make sure it will be happening, just call the American Legion at 217-2852819. I was wondering about the recycling center being open the day after Christmas and New Year. So I called and found out that they will be open both days, Dec. 26 and Jan. 2, at the same time from 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Upcoming events at the Pike County Senior Center at 220 West Adams, Pittsfield: This Thursday, Dec. 11, 4:30 - 6:30 – Fish fry (Enjoy food and fellowship at the Senior Center by purchasing a meal and eating it there, or if you would rather, carry-outs are available.) This Saturday, Dec. 13, 7 p.m. -- Country Music Group Hear Say (Make plans now to attend this wonderful evening of entertainment by this extremely multi-talented group. You will not regret making plans to attend.) Saturday, Dec. 20, 7 p.m. -Country Music Buggs Family Christmas show (Well-known group that everyone loves. Join in for the fun.) Saturday, Jan. 31, 7 p.m. -Country Music Group Kinfolks (Well-known family group from Missouri that we all know and love. The last time they were at the Senior Center, the place was packed. Get there early.) Five Christmas events to attend: Thursday, Dec. 11, at 2 p.m.: Various White House Christmas ornaments from years past will be displayed at the Griggsville Historical and Genealogical Society. The Pike Pipers will play music of the season, with a special connection to the Madrigal Style of a bygone era. All are welcome. Sunday, Dec. 14 at 6:30 p.m.: Pittsfield Church of the Nazarene, Children’s Musical. Sunday, Dec. 21 at 5 p.m.: Pittsfield First Christian Church, Christmas Cantata Sunday, Dec. 21 at 6:30 p.m.: Pittsfield Church of the Nazarene, Christmas Cantata. Wednesday, Dec. 24, 6 p.m. -Morrellville Community Church,

Candlelight service. Keep saving those General Mills’ boxtops. I will let you know at a later date when you should have those turned in to your favorite school. “You’ve really gotta hand it to short people . . . because we usually can’t reach it anyway”. Facebook Trivia Answers from Two Weeks Ago: 1. Which future U.S. President watched the bombardment of Bunker Hill by the British from the rooftop of his house in Boston? (John Quincy Adams) 2. At the wedding in Cana, how many waterpots did Jesus change the water into wine? (six) 3. What was the name of Teddy Roosevelt’s army unit that was with him when they charged up San Juan Hill? (Rough Riders) 4. How many husbands did the woman at the well in Samaria have? (five) 5. Who was the U.S. President who signed the bill that made the income tax a law? (Democrat Woodrow Wilson) 6. Boaz called Ruth a v _ _ _ _ _ _ _ woman. (virtuous) Trivia Questions from Last Week: 1. What is the smallest country in the world? 2. Who was Elkanah the husband of? 3. What location in Quincy did the Lincoln Douglas Debate occur? 4. How long had the man that laid by the pool Bethesda been disabled? 5. How as the Memorial Bridge at Quincy paid for? 6. What musical instrument did David play that would calm King Saul? On Saturday, Nove. 15, the Detroit Christian Church celebrated Thanksgiving at the Pike County Senior Center with a delicious supper. Sixty-two people were present. Louie and Becky Pistulka, Karley, and Kasey of Arlington, South Dakota, spent the Thanksgiving holidays with her mother Rayola Daniel and her sisters’ families, the Fred Rodhouse’s and Jeff Howland’s. Thanksgiving Day dinner was enjoyed at the Golden Corral in Hannibal by a group of us. Those who went were Bob and Laura Hutton with Shania, Bobby, and Lucas, John Hawkins, Nathan Davis with Wessley and Jacqueline, and Steve and I. Those that went to Larry and Shirley Bauch’s to celebrate Thanksgiving were Shirley Stinson of Perry, Corey Stinson with his fiancée, Karen Comporato, both from Winfield, Mo,, Orda Taylor of Quincy, and Allen Taylor of Ursa. Pat Durall and Dan and Deanna spent the holiday with the David Durall family of Chatham. John, Sherrill, and Tom Brown and Jake, Cajun, and Arwin Hunter, all of Baylis, and Hugh and Chris Reynolds of Griggsville all enjoyed Thanksgiving dinner at the home of Robert and Brenda Adams, Heather, and Hailey. Lawanda Blacketer of Chesterfield, Mo., spent from Wednesday, Nov. 26-29th, at her parents Wanda and Carl Blacketer. On that Saturday Tad and Hannah Blacketer, Asa, and Amos of Lincoln joined his parents and sister, and they celebrated Thanksgiving. Doris Thomas of New Salem hosted Thanksgiving Day lunch. Her company included: Chris and Alyssa Heightman, Don and Dorothy Foreman, and Kevin and Brenda McCann, all of Pittsfield; Frank and Barb Lightle, Tyrelle Lightle and Eli, and Berlyn and Becky Thomas, all of Griggsville; Bryan, Lila, Renae, and Raven Martin of Perry; Ron Gordon and Clyde, Beth, and Will Thomas, all of Quincy; and Ron II and Lucy Gordon of Durham, Mo. Lill Kremer hosted Thanksgiving dinner at her house, and those in attendance were: Kim and Carolyn Kremer, Elesha and Mike Schlabs, and Charlotte Rashelle Schlabs and friend Derrick Lane, all of Pittsfield; Tim and Diane Kremer of Nebo; Amy and Ryan Deeder, Rilie, and Maci of Jacksonville; and Brandy and Steve Allred, Cody, Cheyenne, and R.J. of Detroit. Trivia Answers from Last Week: 1. What is the smallest country in the world? (the Vatican City) 2. Who was Elkanah the husband of? (Hannah and Peninnah) 3. What location in Quincy did the Lincoln Douglas Debate occur? (Washington Park) 4. How long had the man that laid by the pool Bethesda been disabled? (38 years) 5. How was the Memorial Bridge at Quincy paid for? (It was a toll bridge built in 1928, and

By WYVETTA DAVIS 285-4880 once completed and paid for, the tolls were stopped) 6. What musical instrument did David play that would calm King Saul? (the harp) Trivia Questions for This Week: 1. Before Illinois was settled as a state, what was the ground considered between the Mississippi and Illinois Rivers? 2. How many sons did Jessee, the father of David, have? 3. Which is the only mammal that can see ultraviolet rays? 4. How many days was Lazarus in the grave before Jesus told him to “come forth”? 5. What was the ointment that Mary put on Jesus’ feet and what was the weight of the ointment? Your news is always appreciated. Please give me a call with the news you are willing to share. And thank you. “The squeaky wheel gets heard the most, so they say, but no one said just how long that wheel has to squeak to be heard”. News from the village of Florence, as told by Mayor Nancy Kurpaitis: “The Holiday Season has now begun in Florence! On Sunday, Nov. 30t, at 5:45 p.m., a tugboat was heading north on the Illinois River past Florence, and it was simply beautiful! Five strands of lights, starting from the bottom to the top of the tug with a lighted wreath was simply amazing to enjoy. This beautiful display showed that people who work weekends, evenings, nights, and those that are not always in the mainstream view of society are still there celebrating, enjoying the season and want to share their joy with others!!! To that tugboat whose name is not known, Thanks for the beautiful display!” News from the Missouri bunch, as told by Sharon Straus: “Debby is home in her little apartment here is Philadelphia and very happy to be there. Penny and I are trying hard to keep her there so if you could say a little prayer for us, we would appreciate it as it is a labor of love. We can sure use the prayers. As we get older it becomes more and more of a challenge. Roger and I have been trying to get some Christmas shopping done. Went to Quincy recently and stopped at the mall to pick up a gift and when we got back to the car, it would not go out of park. We could not get it to anyway. Well there we sat. Went over to Sears and a guy came over and tried but he couldn’t get it either. So called our son Greg who was on his way home from Iowa and asked him to come pick us up on their way home. They “googled” the situation, and Greg was able to get it out of park, and we headed home. Yea Internet!!! And Yea Greg!!! Well we got it home and it is parked in the garage, and it won’t be going anywhere. Took the truck to church on Sunday. Sunday, December 7th, after church we went to our daughter Lorrie’s house, to celebrate our grandson’s 16th birthday. It seems like only yesterday God sent Jory to be a part of our family. What a true blessing he is! Went to visit Darold and Brenda this past week. Brenda had fallen again and badly hurt her arm, but no broken bones. Praise God. We had a wonderful Thanksgiving with lots of food and wonderful fellowship with our kids and grandchildren. So happy to have all of them near. I am reminded each year when I see my friends that have children all over the nation, and others who are even out of the country that I am truly blessed. Well, that’s the news from Missouri for now. Hope all my family and old friends in Illinois have a truly Merry Christmas. Remember Jesus is the reason for the season!” An excellent crowd was at the Grace Baptist Church the evening of Sunday, Dec. 7, for their annual Christmas potluck and service. God bless and have a great week. Count your blessings instead of your crosses; Count your gains instead of your losses. Count your joys instead of your woes; Count your friends instead of your foes. Count your smiles instead of your tears; Count your courage instead of your fears. Count your full years instead of your lean; Count your kind deeds instead of your mean. Count your health instead of your wealth; Count on God instead of yourself.

The Pike Pipers will be featured at the Griggsville Historical and Genealogical Society’s Christmas party this Thursday, Dec. 11 at the Skinner House beginning at 2 p.m. Various White House Christmas ornaments will also be on display. All are welcome. Tuesday, Dec. 16 beginning at 6 p.m., the Tornadoes will play at home vs. Pittsfield. Admission will be a toy to donate for our Toy Drive to benefit the Griggsville-Perry School District Christmas Families. One adult or child admission free per toy. Also on that night, Team Impact will hold its annual Cookie Walk from 3:30 p.m. until the end of the ballgame. If you would like to donate cookies, please bring them to Kayt Risley Monday, Dec. 15. OTSD will be at the game that night handing out goodies. GPHS yearbooks are on sale now! Order online at jostensyearbooks.com or watch your mail for information on how to purchase this year’s yearbook! Place your order before Dec. 26 for the lowest price of the year. Christmas Eve candle light service at the Griggsville Christian Church will begin at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome!

Mark your calendars for Jan. 2! Bailey Powers and Kayla McCallister will be hosting a Red Cross Blood Drive at the Griggsville Fire House from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. for their Leadership Program. Come donate a pint of blood and receive a free T-shirt (while supplies last). Congratulations to our “Eagles in Action” winner, Grace Stabile! Congratulations to Brooklynn Brown who was selected “Student of the Month” at G-P high school for the month of November! Sympathy is extended to the family of Andy Chaplin who passed away at his residence Dec. 1. Congratulations to Michael and Kimber Martin of Perry on the birth of their son! Ike Buchanan Martin was born Friday, Dec. 5 at 8:03 a.m. He weighed seven pounds and fourteen ounces and was nineteen inches long. He was also welcomed home by his big sister, Hattie. Grandparents are Paul and Mary Ellen Craig of Perry and Randy Martin and Kim Martin both of Nebo. Several people from this area, including Steve and Jeannie Kessinger, enjoyed the Garth Brooks concert in St. Louis Sunday evening. Jeannie had met Garth back in 1990 when he visited Capitol Records in

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Jacksonville to promote his album. Bill Buchanan is recovering after having his tonsils removed last week. Sympathy is extended to the family of Rob Bobzien of Perry who passed away. Marcel Moore of Perry underwent surgery at Blessing Hospital last week. We wish you a speedy recovery, Marcel! Come one, come all to enjoy Breakfast with Santa this Saturday! He will be in Griggsville at the high school cafeteria from 8-11 a.m. Breakfast will be free-will donation and will include biscuits and gravy, pancakes, and sausage links. There will be fun activities for the kids, also. If you miss that event, Santa will be at the Perry Legion building Saturday afternoon from 2-4 p.m. It takes the same amount of energy to believe as it does to worry.Joel Osteen

Pleasant Hill Second annual Christmas sing tonight at the school The second annual community Christmas sing will be tonight, Dec. 10, at 6:30 p.m. at the high school gym. Everyone is invited, and they are accepting donations to the community food bank and children’s winter items. Saturday Dec. 13, the ladies of

the United Methodist Church will be holding their Annual Christmas Tea and all women are invited. They will have their own bell choir performing along with The Barry Community Choir performing. After the program there will be refreshments served in the lower

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Milton Milton lighting contest judging will be Dec. 22 The Village of Milton will be having the annual Christmas lighting contest for those residing in the city limits of the Village of Milton. First place is $75, second $50, and third $25. Judging will take place Monday, Dec. 22. To reserve the Milton Community Center for a family reunion, party or event, please contact Sherry Ottwell at the OK Hair Corral 723-4014 or

at home 723-4332. The Community Center Board would like to give away the piano that has been in the Community Center for years. If anyone would like to have the piano, please contact Sherry Ottwell or Kay Sanderson. The East Pike Lending Library in Detroit is open Saturday’s from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Browse their large selection and then stock up for the next

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Christmas. Welcome home, Brett from Grandma. Mason Damon has a birthday. Wish him a happy birthday if you see him. Happy birthday, Mason, from Nannie. That’s all for this week. God bless you all and have a good week.

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"Decking the Halls"

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Brandi Pennock’s fifth grade students at Pikeland Community School in Pittsfield “Decked the Halls” Wednesday, Nov. 26. Front row, left to right, Keaton Jacques, Brendan Pierce, Walker Rennecker and Camden Harter. Second row, left to right, Will Carsey, Mandy Beck, Isaiah Gregory, Levi Chaplin, and Mark McDonald. Third row, left to right, Marco Ballinger, Tinley Wagstaff and Dylan Foster.

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Reese Davis, left, Taylor Scott, middle, and Emma Saxe take part in the decorating Nov. 26 at PCS. Each of the girls took turns hanging up icicles for their “Frozen” themed board.

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Jakob Koehn had the support of his parents Kari and Chris Kloker for his glittered icicles, used in the hall decorations at PCS.

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Halley McHatton and Marcus Lash tape up Olaf in the hall as part of “Deck the Halls” at Pikeland Community School.

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With his art supplies surrounding him, Jadan Westermeyer cuts out pieces of a Christmas wooden soldier to be used in decorating the halls of South School for Santa’s breakfast.

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Holly Lowe’s class was busy working on crafts during “Deck the Halls.” Working at their desks are, font row: Ellie TenEyck, Ethan Thompson; back row: Brayden Veile and Avery Heavner.

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100 AUTOMOTIVE 2003 DODGE Dakota crew cab, pickup. Navy blue. Needs some work. 217-491-2433. 12.10

200 BUSINESS SELLBEST, 110 W. Quincy St., Griggsville: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m.6 p.m. Quality Used Furniture & Appliances- Washers, Dryers, Freezers, Fridges, Microwave, Electric Stoves, Twin, Full, Queen Beds, New Mattress Sets, Bedroom Furniture, Tables & Chairs, Upholstered Furniture, Tools, T.V.s, Stereos. Everything for the home and you! Call 217242-2252.TF IF YOU need Parts for your mowers and tillers, Dorsey's hardware and Western Auto have a large selection of belts and parts and service and new equipment sales available. Winchester. 217-7429241. TF

400D FOR RENT Pike County

FOR RENT: One bedroom apartment in Hardin; recent renovations; water/sewer/ trash included; no dogs, no smoking; $350/mo, deposit required; call 618-576-2662 to apply.

2 BR. mobile homes and houses for rent in Griggsville. Call for availability. Lyndle Ellis. 217-833-2107.

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OFFICE SPACEPrime West Washington location in Pittsfield. Suitable for office or small business. Call 285-5925 or 285-2848 12.24

FOR RENT: upstairs apartment in Carrollton. Trash and water, furnish. Washer and dryer shared. You pay for electric (all electric). Rent $400. Deposit $200. No smoking or pets. 618-535-2488 12.3

400C FOR RENT Jersey County HOUSE FOR rent - Jerseyville. 3 BR, 2 car garage, $1000 a month, $1000 deposit. No pets. No smoking, apply at C21 office Jerseyville. 12.10

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ROUND BALE hay net wrapped, 6 ft. bales, heavy, will weigh loads. 217-4910697 12.31

FOR RENT: Nice 3 bedroom home in Pittsfield. Attached garage, big yard. Deposit, references. $700/mo. 217-6533697. 12.31

FOR SALE brand new water heater, Bush Hog bat winger mower, hog panels, cattle panels, hay rings for cattle just like new. 217-734-1811. TF

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FOR RENT in Pittsfield. 2 BR mobile home, absolutely no pets. Call 217-285-2012. tf

FOR RENT Floor sanders for rent. Call Casteels at 217285-4488 TFN 1 AND 2 br apartments available. No smoking. No pets. Security deposit required. 217-285-4502 TF 2 BR house for rent No smoking No pets. Security deposit required. 217-285-4502. TF FOR RENT upper level of brick, ranch style home. 2 BR, 2 full baths, Barry Apple Orchard subdivision, furnished kitchen and laundry, 1/2 utilities provided plus garbage collection, lawn care and 2 car parking. $550/month, no pets, references required. Call 217-653-5195. 12.10 2 BR apartment for rent at 315 W. Jefferson St., Pittsfield. $400/month includes water and trash. Coin laundry on site. Call 217-473-3777 for details. NEED EXTRA cash? Sell your used items in The People's Marketplace Classifieds. One phone call puts your ad in six newspapers....a total circulation of almost 22,000 readers!

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500 FOR SALE 14X70 MOBILE home 2 BR, 1 1/2 bath, central air, stove, refrigerator, some furniture. $7500. 217-473-0880 or 217473-6475. 12.10 GOODYEAR T125/70D15 95M Temp. spare for 1998 Buick. Never used. $20. 217285-4975. TF LG TV sales on all 2013. Full service. Authorized dealer and service center. Blu Ray DVD players. Whites and Garretts new and used metal detectors. New and used CBs and antennas and police scanners. 217-285-2893. 1402 Lakeview Heights. TF

600 HELP WANTED FULL-TIME POSITION available. Electrician experience preferred but not required. Email resume to: bmartin@ irtc.net.

• 615 Hunting • 620 Kids For Hire • 700 Lost/Found • 710 Meeting Reminders • 800 Miscellaneous* • 900 No Trespassing A: Calhoun County B: Greene County C: Jersey County D: Pike County E: Scott County • 1000 Pets* • 1100 Real Estate* A: Calhoun County

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PROGRESSIVE SWINE Company looking for trained employees in breeding and farrowing. Located in the Pittsfield area. Immediate positions available. Call 309333-3480.

LOST NOV. 28, wide gold wedding band attached to a ring with 5 diamonds in shape of a bouquet sentimental value greatly exceeds monetary. Call 217-285-2389. 12.17

ONE-ON-One Aide: Griggsville-Perry has on opening for an 1:1 aide for an early childhood student. Please submit resume to: J. Gladu, PO Box 439, Griggsville, IL 62340.

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MATURE, RELIABLE, drug free, experienced weekend cook needed for fast paced restaurant. Apply in person Cardinal Inn Pittsfield. 12.10

LOCAL CONTRACTOR seeking Class A drivers with Hazmat solo or teams. Mostly Midwest miles. Round trip dispatch. Loads out of Mt. Sterling, IL. 95% drop and hook. Home weekly. Contact 217-473-0350. 12.17 DRIVERS LOCAL seasonal. Delivery routes available! Excellent hourly pay! 2 yrs CDL-A experience Call Penske Logistics: 1-855-9716286. 12.17

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PITTSFIELD MACHINE Shop in Payson, Il is looking for production workers. Please fill out application at 609 North Fulton St Payson, Il.

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LOCAL HUNTER looking to lease a farm in Pike County or Northern Calhoun County 618-550-9406. 3.7.15

CRACK YOUR pecans. Call 217-430-2881. TF

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1100E REAL ESTATE Scott County

900C NO TRESPASSING Jersey County PRIVATE PROPERTY: No hunting or trespassing on any property owned by Gary Rothe, Teri Rothe Kirbach and Debra Rothe in Jerseyville, Illinois in Jersey County. Violators will be prosecuted. 12.19.14

900D NO TRESPASSING Pike County ABSOLUTELY NO trespassing on any ground owned by Double Creek Farms, Inc.

FOR SALE 2 BDR, 1 bath house in need of remodeling at 40 Cottonwood in Alsey. Improvements done in last 6 years include roof and guttering, concrete driveway, patio and sidewalk, replacement windows, boiler with hot water heat and hot water heater. Corner lot with space to build a large garage. No contract for deed. $19,000 Call 309338-5612. 12.17

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MY LAND located in Section 18 SW of Pearl is private prop erty. Hunting, fishing, trapping, trespassing, for any purpose, with out the writ ten, signed per mis sion of the own er, is strictly forbidden. Violators will be prosecuted. Timothy Brink man. 3.19.15

1100B REAL ESTATE Greene County FSBO 2 bed/1bath ranch style home. 210 Elm Street, Eldred Il. $65,000 New metal roof/ wtr htr. Open concept kitchen/family area. Ceramic tile floor bath. Attached garage, double carport, 2 lots. 217320-2958 or 217-983-2701 12.3

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BUYING STANDING timber. R. McKinnon Logging. Walnut, White Oak, etc. No yard trees. Call 217-242-5401. 2.29.15

1500C YARD SALES Jersey County HOLIDAY GARAGE sale: Saturday 12/13, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Lots of gift ideas for all ages! G.I. Joes, Littlest Pets and Playhouse, Yamaha Rock Tour Custom Drum set, Zildijan Heavy power bid cymbal, flags, ladies, mens, boys shoes and boots, coats and jackets, dresses, prom dresses, ladies leather jackets, chaps, helmets, 1948 Jeep Willy, mud bike and much more! Call for early appointments. 3527 Whispering Lane, Brighton 618-372-0266. 12.10

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RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE AUCTION Friday, December 12 • 4 PM Auction Location- 701 S. Memorial St. Pittsfield, IL

• Huge Lot! • 4 Bedrooms • 1900 sf +/• Large Open Kitchen • Big LR & Bedrooms!

• Beautiful Lot & Setting! • Partial Concrete Basement • 105K BTU Hot H2O Furnace • Great Location!

This is a great home on a fantastic lot with 108’ of Memorial St frontage and boasts a wonderful picturesque setting for a home site. Check website for terms & photos! Please call 217-242-1665 to view this home prior to the auction!

Attorney: Walker Filbert 112 W. Washington Pittsfield, IL • 217-285-2926

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Saturday, December 13th Breeding Stock Special 10:00AM Expecting 160 Bred Heifers, 100+ Cows Early consignments Harnetiaux Farms~ 40 Blkx heifers bred to sons of New Design 50/50 from K-2 Farms & Circle Z Angus bulls turned in May 1st, 2014

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION

PIN: The Bank of New York Mellon F/K/A The Bank of New York, as Trustee for the Certificateholders CWABS, Inc., Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2006-5, Assignee of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Nominee for America`s Wholesale Lender; Plaintiff, VS.

Ginder Farms~ 12 big fancy purebred Angus heifers bred to purebred Angus bull due December & January Ron Singler Simmentals~ 6 PB and Sim/Ang Heifers, 2 Simmental Cows, 1 Ang Bull 20 mo old RPC Cattle Co~ 30 Blk/BWF cows 3-7 yrs old bred to Reg Ang bulls and Reg. Hereford bulls, 10~ Charx/Red cows 3-7 yrs old bred to Reg Ang bulls and Reg. Hereford bulls Hampton Farm~ 10 PB Ang heifers A/I bred to low birth wt Ang bulls bred May 1st Beasley & Sons~ 21 Blk heifers A/I bred to Special Focus due 2/28/15, 12 Blk heifers natural bred to BBA Ingenuity due to calve 3/16/15- 4/30/15, meet the IL Heifer Development Program criteria

Case No. 10 CH 4

Jess R. Pickel; Stacey D. Pickel; Defendants. Judge Presiding NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE

TSC Farms~ 21 bred heifers 16 Chax, 2 Hereford, 3 Blkx bred to son of New Design 50/50 for 75 day calving period bull turned in May 15th, 2014 LD Farms~ 38 Blk & Bwf heifers bred to low birth wt bulls from Mound View Polled Hereford for 90 day calving period bulls turned in June 7th, 2014

C/K/A: 26322 Old Fidelity Road, Jerseyville, IL 62052

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to a judgment heretofore entered by the said court occurred in the above entitled cause, Sheriff Mark Kallal, Sheriff of Jersey, Illinois, will on January 14, 2015, at the hour of 10:00 AM at Jersey County Courthouse, 201 West Pearl Street, Jerseyville, IL 62052, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate in the said judgment mentioned, situated in the County of Jersey, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy such judgment to wit:

42-04-202-007

The person to contact regarding information regarding this property is: Sales Dept., The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140, Chicago, IL 60603. Any questions regarding this sale should refer to file number W133521. The terms of the sale are Cash. 10% at time of sale, with the balance due within 24 hours. The property is improved by: SFH. The Property is not open for inspection prior to sale. The real estate, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and tenements, hereditament and appurtenances thereunto belonging shall be sold under such terms. Russell C. Wirbicki (6186310) Laurence J. Goldstein (0999318) James A. Meece (6256386) Christopher J. Irk (6300084) Thomas J. Cassady (6307705) Daniel J. Gruber (6309148) Joseph S. Davidson (6301581) The Wirbicki Law Group LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone: 312-360-9455 Fax: 312-572-7823 W13-3521 pleadings.il@wirbickilaw.com 12.3.14, 12.10, 12.17

Libbra Farms~ 18 Fancy Black cows 2-5 yrs old bred to Angus bull

217-285-2345

UPCOMING SPECIALS ***Saturday, January 10th Feeder Sale 10:00AM*** View videos & updates of consignments on our website www.greenvillelivestockauction.com CATTLE WILL BE RECEIVE FRIDAY 8:00 A.M. THRU 10:00 P.M. AND SATURDAY 6:00 A.M. THRU 10:00 A.M. Trucking available For more information call -Greenville Office: 618-664-1432 or Centralia Office: 618-532-3095 J.R. Hugo 618-604-3097 * Travis Diekemper 618-401-8000 Everett Hammond 618-292-8053 * Steve Carruthers 618-322-0385 * Wayne Sutton 618-978-4610 Thank you in advance for your business!! J.R. Hugo, Travis & Shaina Diekemper “Your Family Owned & Operated Livestock Market” Located on Rt 127, ½ mile South of I-70(exit 45)

IN THE CIRCUIT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTYJERSEYVILLE, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION PLAINTIFF VS

13 CH 22

LINCOLN W. PRINGLE A/K/A LINCOLN PRINGLE; KRISTA FARMER; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; DEFENDANTS 23462 DOGWOOD DRIVE ELSAH, IL 62028 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 15, 2014, JERSEY COUNTY SHERIFF in JERSEY County, Illinois, will on January 5, 2015, in Courtroom A of the Jersey County Courthouse, 201 W. Pearl Street, Jerseyville, IL, at 8:30AM, 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 JERSEY, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 01-250-149-00 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 23462 DOGWOOD DRIVE ELSAH, IL 62028 Description of Improvements: TAN, VINYL SIDING, SPLIT LEVEL, ONE CAR ATTACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $73,882.31. Sale Terms:

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS HSBC BANK USA, N.A., AS TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF ACE SECURITIES CORP. HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST AND FOR THE REGISTERED HOLDERS OF ACE SECURITIES CORP HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2006-HE2, ASSET BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES Plaintiff, -v.-

13 CH 30

KARLA F. KOPP, et al Defendant NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 26, 2014, the Sheriff of Jersey County will at 8:00 AM on January 7, 2015, at the Jerseyville County Courthouse, 201 WEST PEARL STREET, (South Door), JERSEYVILLE, IL, 62052, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 26372 STATE HIGHWAY 3, Godfrey, IL 62035 Property Index No. 42-01-060-01100 / 01-060-011-00 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment $113,413.28.

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Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; the balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300,

This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”. The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1303593 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. 11.26.14, 12.3, 12.10

in certified funds, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. 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 this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. , 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003. Please refer to file number C14-95445. 12.3.14, 12.10, 12.17

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property! Well balanced property with 25 tillable acres! $3,690/acre Call Scott CALHOUN COUNTY, ILLINOIS New Listing: 40 Acres Located near Hamburg, Excellent hunting property! $3,245/acre Call Kyle New Listing: 64.5 Acres Great farm located close to Kampsville, Priced Right! $2,800/acre Call Scott New Listing: 390 Acres Intensely managed turnkey hunting property! $3,800 Per Acre Call Scott 88 Acres Great Calhoun County recreational property! $3,200/acre Call Scott 550 Acres Unbelievable recreational property! Call Scott 225 Acres Great Timber Piece $2,718/acre Call Scott 325 Turnkey Duck Hunting Property $2,886/acre 472 Acres Legendary Waterfowl Hunting Property With 3 Lodges & tons of extras Call Scott JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS New Listing: 105 Acres Big timber property located in a great area! $2,990/acre Call Scott .SCHUYLER COUNTY, ILLINOIS New Listing: 40 Acres Great hunting property $2,890/acre Call Scott New Listing: 47 Acres 37 Acres Tillable Great Income Producing Property $4,200/acre Call Scott

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PIKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS: PENDING: 43 Acres Secluded Hunting Property with Creek Frontage & Food Plot Locations $3,650/ acre Call Scott *broker owned SOLD: Home & small acreage Call Scott SOLD: 40 Acres With Home Excellent hunting property with nice home Call David SOLD: 68 Acres Almost 100% Tillable Land Located West Of Pittsfield $8,500/acre Call Scott SOLD: 15 Acres, Mostly timber, Nice creek located in Southern Pike County $3,590/acre Call Scott SOLD: 44 Acres All timber farm at the end of a dead end road! $3,290/acre Call Scott SOLD: 38 Acres Awesome hunting farm in Southern Pike County Call Scott PENDING: 84 Acres Excellent hunting property located in Southern Pike County In cooperation with Whitetail Properties ADAMS COUNTY, ILLINOIS: PENDING: 33 Acres Great duck hunting potential *broker interest SOLD: 40 Acres Located 15 minutes from Quincy on a dead end road, Proven farm, $3,650/acre Call Scott SOLD: 171 Acres Great tillable farm with excellent income potential! SOLD: 7.5 Acres m/l Beautiful building site located close to Siloam Springs State Park $3,400/acre Call Scott SOLD: 138 acres Nice mix of timber and tillable Call Scott CALHOUN COUNTY, ILLINOIS: PENDING: 550 Acres Unbelievable Recreational Property! Call Scott PENDING: 75 Acres Excellent recreational property located in Southern Calhoun County *broker interest SOLD: 45.61 Acres Located in Northern Calhoun County, Solid Timber, Great Hunting Farm $3,950/

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acre Call Scott SOLD: 245.5 Acres With Home, Perfect mix of timber and fields, located in great area $3,395/ acre SOLD: 83 Acres With Home, 21 Acres Tillable, Balance Timber, Perfect Hunting Property! $3,750/ acre Call Scott SOLD: 75 Acres Great hunting property located in Northern Calhoun County $3,750/acre Call Scott SOLD: 71 Acres Prime bottom land tillable $10,800/acre SCHUYLER COUNTY, ILLINOIS: PENDING: 45.61 Acres Mostly Timber Tract Located Along Sugar Creek Call Scott PENDING: 85 Acres Excellent Mix Of Tillable & Timber PENDING: 80 Acres Mostly Tillable, Excellent Investment Property! Call Scott SOLD: 125 Acres Great mixed property MORGAN COUNTY, ILLINOIS: PENDING: 122 Acres All timber farm located along the bluffs! In cooperation with Landguys MONTGOMERY COUNTY, ILLINOIS: SOLD: 41 Acres Awesome hunting property SCHUYLER COUNTY, MISSOURI: SOLD: 71 Acres 20 Acres Tillable, balance in timber, Great hunting farm! $3,490/acre Call Scott AUDRAIN COUNTY, MISSOURI: SOLD: 27 Acres, 100% Tillable, Offering 5% Return On Investment MONROE COUNTY, MISSOURI: SOLD: 50 Acres m/l Great hunting property with small cabin LINN COUNTY, MISSOURI: SOLD: 40 Acres Great Investment Property with excellent hunting Call Keith

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116 W. Washington • Pittsfield, Il 62363 • (217) 285-5800 www.pikecorealestate.com HOMES NEW LISTING-Pearl-600 N. West St.-2BR home with 1.5 car detached garage sitting on 8 acres. Would make a great hunting camp!! $70’s. NEW LISTING-Pleasant Hill-906 Northridge Dr.-Large 4BR 2,200 sq. ft. home with 2 car attached garage, beautiful yard and nice workshop. NEW LISTING-Griggsville-307 S. State St.-Nice 3-4BR manufactured home with new machine shed sitting on 2 lots. $90’s. NEW LISTING-Nebo-40440 County Hwy. 10-Large 2 story 4BR home with 3 car detached garage sitting on 27 acres. $200’s. NEW LISTING-Pittsfield-22770 494th LaneUnique 2-4BR maintenance free home sitting on the Illinois River bluff, very remote with a beautiful view and includes 3 acres +/-. $100’s. PRICE REDUCED-Barry-1132 Rodgers St.Older 2 story 4BR home priced to sell. Motivated Seller!!! $40’s. Barry-565 Mortimer St.-Nice 4-5BR home with detached garage that has been totally remodeled. $60’s. Barry-1066 Mason-3BR home with newer roof and furnace. $60’s. PRICE REDUCED-Barry-233 Tremont-3BR 2BA home with 2 car detached garage in nice neighborhood. Priced to sell!! $70’s. DRASTIC PRICE REDUCTION-Barry-1300 Pratt St.-Very nice 3BR home on 3 acres +/with new bathrooms, beautiful new carpet, oak cabinets in kitchen and 2 fireplaces. Very nice neighborhood. $130’s. Adams County-Baylis-2784 N. 250th Ave.Beautiful 2000 sq. ft. 4BR home sitting on 15 acres with large machine shed and 3.5 acre lake. $400’s. PRICE REDUCED-Chambersburg-37059 County Hwy. 21-Ranch home with 6 acres of pasture and lots of updates with additional small home that could add additional income. $60’s. Florence-414 River Road-Nice 3BR 2BA manufactured home with garage and pool sitting on the bluff side with 8 lots across the road along the Illinois River. A must see! $90’s. Griggsville-416 E. Chestnut-Nice 3BR 2BA home on 2 corner lots. Nice deck areas and partial fenced-in yard. $50’s. Griggsville-116 S. Pearl-Nice remodeled 3BR 2BA home on corner lot. Motivated seller! $60’s. Griggsville-215 N. Union St.-Large 4BR 2BA house with many updates. Would make a great family home. $70’s. Griggsville-204 S. Corey-Nicely remodeled 4-5BR 2BA home with lots of space and updates. Must see to appreciate! $80’s. PRICE REDUCED-Hardin-HC 61 Box 16A-Amazing 3BR, 2BA rustic log home with large garage/workshop, machine shed and 90 acres of prime hunting land. Kampsville-R.R. 1, Box 104-3BR 2BA manufactured home with large machine shed in a quiet location. $70’s. PRICE REDUCED-Mt. Sterling- R. R. #4, Box 167-CORNBELT WHITETAILS LODGE-3 state of the art hunting lodges, sleeps 40 people, sits on 13 acres. Highly motivated Seller! Nebo-410 Park St.-3BR 2BA home with attached 1 car garage plus insulated 2 car detached garage, new carpet and paint. $60’s. PRICE REDUCED-New Canton-195 Mississippi-5BR 2BA home on corner lot with big yard located across from the park. Motivated Seller!! Make an offer!!! $40’s. New Canton-425 Mississippi St.-Excellent 3BR home. All appliances convey. Many good updates. $50’s. Pearl-405 West Street-Nice 2BR modular home with garden shed, outbuilding and fully furnished. $40’s. Pittsfield-1 Christine Ct.-Newer sprawling 4BR ranch home near golf course. Too many amenities to mention! A must see!! $200’s Pittsfield-38185 205th Ave.-Great 4BR family home just minutes from town. Nice open porch. $150’s. Pittsfield-505 Piper Lane-Beautiful original woodwork sets this 2 story 3BR 1.5BA home apart from others. A must see!!! $100’s. PRICE REDUCED-Pittsfield-675 Kandy St.Outstanding 3BR ranch home in desirable South location with many updates. $80’s. Pittsfield-511 W. Oklahoma-5BR 2BA manufactured home with lots of space to work with. Needs some cosmetic work. Great potential at a great price! $60’s. Pittsfield-703 N. Jackson-4BR home with new roof, bath and flooring. Bank owned. $60’s. Pittsfield-339 S. Illinois-2BR vinyl sided maintenance free home with new kitchen, bath and flooring. Bank owned. $60’s. Pittsfield-320 W. Jefferson-3BR 2BA home with

large pantry and nice fenced in yard. $60’s. Pittsfield-180 Washington Ct.-Nice 2BR home with 1 car detached garage on quiet street. Would make a great rental or starter home. $60’s. Pittsfield-605 N. Jackson St.-3BR 2BA home with deck, large fenced in yard and detached garage. $60’s. Pittsfield-327 Crossman Lane-Nice 2BR 1BA home with hardwood floors in a nice location. $50’s. Pittsfield-640 W. Jefferson-Extra nice remodeled 1BR home. Live cheaper than renting. All appliances included. Motivate Sellers!! $40’s. PRICE REDUCED-Pittsfield-316 Spring St.Nice 3BR 1BA ranch style home; would make great starter home or rental property. $40’s. PRICE REDUCED-Pittsfield-218 E. Benson2BR 1BA ranch home with 1 car garage/carport and hardwood floors. $40’s. Pittsfield-637 N. Jackson-Large 1½ story home, very spacious. Needs some TLC. $40’s. Plainville-118 High St.-2BR home on 1½ lots with nice 3 car detached garage. Would make a nice starter home. $60’s. PRICE REDUCED-Pleasant Hill-108 StateNice 2BR starter home with newly remodeled bath, newer furnace and central air. Appliances stay. MOTIVATED SELLER! $40’s. Pleasant Hill-104 Lyndel-Neat maintenance free 3BR 1BA ranch home in nice subdivision location. Good retirement or starter home. $60’s. Rockport-27844 Dutch Creek Rd.-Beautiful 2BR home, totally remodeled, includes 3 acres, large machine shed, older barn & 2 grain bins. $100’s. Rockport-18327 St. Hwy. 96-Unique 3BR 2BA home with 3 car and 1 car detached garages. Excellent landscaping in a nice location. $150’s. Rockport-17358 State Hwy. 96-Large 4-5BR 2 story home with over 2,700 sq. ft. of living space with 4 car detached garage all sitting on 1.6 acres. $150’s. Summer Hill-32944 200th Ave.-Affordable 2 story 3BR 1.5BA home in Summer Hill that needs some TLC. Priced right! Bank owned property. $20’s. Summer Hill-32731 Jim Town Hollow Rd.3BR home with maintenance free siding, newer heating and cooling, new carpet and fresh paint. Priced to sell! $40’s. Summer Hill-32739 Jim Town Hollow Rd.3BR 1BA bungalow with 2 car detached garage with new windows. Move-in ready! $50’s. Winchester-834 Old Highway Road-Beautiful 5BR 3.5BA brick home sitting on 3.1 acres with large wooded lot. $800’s. COMMERCIAL & LOTS NEW LISTING-Pleasant Hill-First Baptist Church-Multi-purpose building in excellent condition. Priced to sell!! Barry-Good building site on a 1.88 acre tract of land located on Old Hwy 36 North of Barry Illinois. Includes a 20X 40 shed that has been sided and painted. Give us a call to take look!! PRICE REDUCED-Barry-1400 Rodgers St.Nice shop with geo-thermal in great location. Barry-Bow Lake Golf Course-9 hole golf course with club house. Great investment opportunity! Griggsville-Nice building site on Walnut Street in Griggsville. Motivated Seller! PRICE REDUCED-Griggsville-706 N. Chandler-2 vacant building lots in good location with all utilities available on one lot. PRICE REDUCED-Pittsfield-S. Memorial St.Nice 60’ x 232’ building lot on the South side of town. Pittsfield-Lot 2A Industrial Plaza-3 acre commercial lot with water, gas, sewer and electric available on site. Give us a call today to discuss the opportunities! Pittsfield-Lot 7 Panther Creek SubdivisionGreat building location in one of Pittsfield’s newest & best subdivisions. Lot size is 0.81 acres. PRICE REDUCED-Pittsfield-25340 390th St.20 x 30 building with city water, septic, electric, and propane tank sitting on 3.7 acres. Zoned commercial or residential. Pittsfield-11 acres, including Lot 1 of the Industrial Plaza-Great building and business site. Call our office for more details! Pittsfield-205 N. Madison-Formerly “The Brick on Madison.” Turn-key restaurant/lounge with nice upstairs apartment. Pittsfield-228 & 229 W. Jefferson & 231 W. Adams St-16-1BR, 1-2BR and 1-3BR apartments (Capps Apartments) and a 3BR home for sale. Great investment opportunity!

NEW LISTING-Pike County 75 acres +/Derry TWP. Nice investment farm with 37 acres CRP, 20 acres tillable and the balance in timber, with 2 ponds. NEW LISTING-Pike County 80 acres +/Barry and Hadley TWP. Excellent hunting farm with 37 acres tillable and 2BR cabin. Adams County 60 acres +/- Beverly TWP. 2000 sq. ft. home with large machine shed, 3.5 acre lake and 44 acres tillable. PRICE RECUDED-Brown County 60 acres +/- Elkhorn Twp. Secluded hunting farm with 23 acres tillable providing good income Calhoun and Pike County 1,147 acres +/Belleview and Spring Creek TWPs. Huge farm with 3 homes, including nice lodge, guest house, secluded lake, and several machine sheds. Farm earns over $135,000 annual income from tillable & CRP income. Calhoun and Pike County 654 acres +/- Carlin and Pearl TWPs. Beautiful 4BR 4BA home sitting on an enormous trophy deer hunting farm with big timber! Calhoun County 401 acres +/- Hardin TWP. Huge hunting farm with 70 acres tillable, secluded on dead end road with older home and outbuildings. Calhoun County 328 acres +/- Belleview & Carlin TWPs. Large, authentic cedar log home sits on this fabulous recreational farm earning nearly $23,000 annual income! Calhoun County 235 acres +/- Crater TWP. Very secluded big timber hunting farm with 64 acres CRP. Calhoun County 125 acres +/- Carlin TWP. Super hunting farm with big timber, 26 acres tillable and cozy cabin on secluded black top road!! Very unique property! Pike and Calhoun County 1,147 acres +/Spring Creek and Belleview TWPs. Huge farm with 3 homes, including nice lodge, guest house, secluded lake, and several machine sheds. Farm earns over $135,000 annual income from tillable & CRP income. PRICE REDUCED-Pike County 661 acres +/- Spring Creek TWP. Breathtaking recreational farm with incredible Tennessee log home. Big timber, big deer, big opportunity!! Pike and Calhoun County 654 acres +/- Pearl and Carlin TWPs. Beautiful 4BR 4BA home sitting on an enormous trophy deer hunting farm with big timber! Pike County 534 acres +/- Pleasant Vale TWP. Large recreational farm with fantastic log home and incredible hunting with income. Pike County 502 acres +/- Spring Creek TWP. Large, scenic hunting farm with 126 acres tillable earning almost $27,000 annual cash rent, gorgeous 12 acre lake! Pike County 501 acres +/- Spring Creek & Pearl TWPs. Awesome hunting farm with marketable timber and over $21,000 annual income from tillable & CRP. Pike County 286 acres +/- Pleasant Hill TWP. Beautiful recreational farm with 2 lakes, marketable timber and excellent hunting. Pike County 202 acres +/- Spring Creek TWP. Good investment farm with 95 acres tillable and great hunting opportunity. Pike County 172 acres +/- Martinsburg TWP. Awesome hunting farm with cabin, lake and 50 acres tillable. Pike County 167 acres +/-Martinsburg and Pleasant Hill TWP. Big timber hunting farm with good CRP income and nice lake. Pike County 150 acres +/- Pittsfield and Derry TWP. Very nice investment farm with 85 acres tillable and great deer hunting. Pike County 78 acres +/- Spring Creek TWP. Great hunting farm with 37 acres CRP and established food plots. Farm lays beautiful for deer hunting! Pike County 77 acres +/- Pleasant Hill TWP. Nice recreational farm with high fencing. Pike County 66 acres +/- Pearl TWP. Big timber hunting farm with 2BR home and outbuildings. Pike County 55 acres +-/ New Salem TWP. Excellent hunting farm with big timber and major creek running through it. PRICE REDUCED-Pike County 32 acres +/Cincinnati TWP. Very unique riverfront property with 2,000 sq. ft. home and cabin. Scott County 84.5 acres +/- Glasgow TWP. Very nice recreational farm with good timber and excellent deer and turkey hunting.property with 2,000 sq. ft. home and cabin. Scott County 84.5 acres +/- Glasgow TWP. Very nice recreational farm with good timber and excellent deer and turkey hunting.

HUNTING LAND & FARMS NEW LISTING-Pike County 252 acres +/Atlas TWP. Great investment farm with excellent deer hunting and 107 acres tillable.

MISSOURI PROPERTIES Vandalia-800 S. Highland St.-Very well maintained 3BR 2BA home with 2 car attached garage sitting on a large lot. $100’s.

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SALE PENDING-NEW LISTING-Barry-1116 Mortimer-2BR 1BA home with attached 1 car garage and nice enclosed porch on corner lot. Great starter home! $40’s. SALE PENDING-PRICE REDUCED-Pleasant Hill-15005 383rd St.-Beautiful 20 year old 3BR 2BA brick ranch home with 2,100 sq. ft. sitting on 4.5 acres. $160’s. SALE PENDING-Barry-507 Grand Ave.Excellent 2BR quality built ranch home with partially finished basement with extra bath all sitting on extra large lot. $80’s. SALE PENDING-New Canton-23958 260th St.Beautiful 3BR, 3BA brick ranch home with full basement. 40 acres of hunting with another small home & workshop also included! $300’s.

SALE PENDING-PRICE REDUCED-Summer Hill-32851 200th Ave.-Newer 4BR home, all updated, with nice finished workshop, on double lot. $80’s. SOLD-Barry-585 Bainbridge-2BR home with many updates, including windows, heating/air, roof, siding, insulation and paint. $50’s. SOLD-Griggsville-801 E. Quincy St.-Well built brick home with full basement in great location. In cooperation with Wade Real Estate SALE PENDING-Pike County 65 acres +/Pleasant Vale TWP. Excellent hunting farm in Pike County’s finest deer management area. SALE PENDING-Adams County 88 acres +/- McKee TWP. Nice recreational farm with approximately 25 acres tillable.

SALE PENDING-Pike County 219 acres +/Ross TWP. Incredible Deer & Waterfowl hunting property in Mississippi River Bottoms!! SALE PENDING-Pike County 324 acres +/Hadley and Barry TWP. Investment/hunting farm with nice creek and timber, 181 acres tillable and 64 acres CRP. SALE PENDING-Pike County 40 acres +/- Pleasant Vale TWP-Awesome hunting farm including 3BR, 3BA brick home, smaller home & workshop. Great secluded, quiet setting! SALE PENDING-Pike County 303 acres +/Spring Creek TWP. Fantastic recreational farm with 2 lakes, big timber, & 164 acres tillable!

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This beautiful home has curb appeal with colorful landscaping and rock. Three This beautiful home has curb appeal with bedroom and 1 1/2 landscaping bath with living kitchen. 1 car garage at one colorful and room rock. and Three bedroom GRIGGSVILLE/PERRY andgarage 1 1/2onbath EDGE OF GRIGGSVILLE - Situated on 15 acres MOL. approx. 83,000 sq. ft. of buildend and 2 car the with other.living Hugeroom lot ofand 80 xkitchen. 330 for backyard enter1 car garage at one end and 2 car garage on ing space, numerous office etc. and building in good condition. For more info CALL taining with This a newly built 2 level deck inx 2011. Hard wood and the other. Huge lot of 80has 330 for backyard COURTNEY at 285-2774. PRICE REDUCED beautiful home curb appeal withlinoleum for NEW LISTING - GRIGGSVILLE - 801 E. Quincy St. - On 1 acre MOL 39 yr old brick ranch entertaining withina basement newly built 2 Three level deck floor coverings. 4th bedroom 10x13. New roof put on in 2013. colorful landscaping and rock. bedroom style, totally redecorated, new paint, new wood and carpeted flooring. 7 rooms, 3 bedin 2011. Hard wood and linoleum for floor and 1 1/2 with living room and kitchen. rooms, 2 1/1 baths, full basement, 2 car att. garage and much more. NICE. CALL BRIAN Got4th tobath vew to appreciate, nice home. coverings. bedroom in basement 10x13. 1 carroof garage end and garage IMMEDIATE POSSESSION - SOLD New put at on one in 2013. Got2tocarview to on GRIGGSVILLE- GREAT INvESTMENT PROPERTy. CALL TAMI WEBEL Only nice $81,000. Priced the other. Huge lot of 80 x 330toforsell. backyard appreciate, home. PERRY 403 E. HIGHWAY ST. MOTIvATED SELLER. On 3 lots, very nice 3 yr. old with a newly 2 level deck Only $81,000. Priced towell sell. Manufactured home. 7RM, 3BR, 2BA, 1250 sq. ft. large det. garage. REDUCED TO Callentertaining Charlene towood view thisbuilt kept home. inCall 2011. Hard and linoleum for floor $75,000. CALL ROGER HALL Charlene to view this well kept home. Website - www.CarterNetworkRealty.com coverings. 4th bedroom in basement 10x13. Phone - (217)roof 285-4300 New put on in 2013. Got to view to PLEASANT HILL / ATLAS / SUMMER HILL NEW LISTING SUMMER HILL - 45 yr. old brick ranch style home, 1800 sq. ft. 6 rooms, 2 BR, appreciate, nice 245 S. Monroe St., Pittsfield IL home. 62363 bath, with 24x24 family room, 2 car att. garage, new metal roof, thermo w/d, gas furnace, Only $81,000.Charming Priced4tobedroom, sell. 2 bath home C/A. PRICED $79,000. CALL COURTNEY Call Charlene to view this well kept home. This beautiful home with has curb appeal full basement. Overzie lot, with DETROIT/MILTON/FLORENCE DETROIT - Just redecorated, 1 story frame home, 1300 sq. ft., 6 RM, 3 BR. 1 bath, new carpet, colorful landscaping and rock. Three bedroom detached 2.5 car garage, and plenty This beautiful home has curb appeal with nice kitchen, det. 2 car garage. IMMEDIATE POSSESSION $59,500 REDUCED $58,000 and 1 1/2 bath with living room and kitchen. CALL COURTNEY of storage space. Eat in kitchen and colorful landscaping and rock. Three bedroom MILTON - 219 Tucker St. - 35 yr old ranch style home, 1020 sq. ft. 5 rooms, 2 bedrooms, 1 car garage at one end and 2 car garage vinyl siding, covered patio, detached garage. PRICED $55,000. CALL TAMI formal dining room that could be aon and 1 1/2 bath with living room and kitchen. NEW LISTING - FLORENCE - 421 River Road - 200 feet of frontage, home with 4 rooms, 1 the other. Huge lot of 80 x 330 for backyard family room. Large family room with 1 car garage at one end and 2 car garage ongas bedrooom, new kitchen, fireplace, gas furnace, C/A, new metal roof, thermo w/d, large entertaining withlota of newly level deck porch and more. Move-in ready. Priced at $68,000. CALL COURTNEY SOLD fireplace. Spacious master bedroom the other. Huge 80 xbuilt 3302for backyard in 2011. Hard wood and linoleum for floor with a walk-in closet. Fourth bedentertaining with a newly built 2 level deck NEW CANTON/ROCKPORT coverings. 4th bedroom incurrently basement 10x13. Rockport - 1 1/2 story frame home, 1600 sq. ft., 9 rooms, 4 BR. 2 baths, full basement. room being used as afloor den. in 2011. and linoleum for Charming 4 bedroom, 2 bath home with fullHard basement.wood Oversize lot, detached IMMEDIATE POSSESSION. Priced at $35,000. CALL COURTNEY. SOLD New roof put on in 2013. Got to view to Granite counter tops in bathrooms with gorgeous wood floors thru out lower bedroom in basement 10x13. 2.5 car garage, and coverings. plenty of storage space.4th Eat in kitchen and formal dining appreciate, nice home. ACREAGE/LOTS room that could level. be aNew family room. Large family room with gas fireplace. Spacious Beautiful remodeled front porch with stained plank and huge stamped roof put on in 2013. Got to view to NEW LISTING - 1 1/2 lots for sale in Sunny Brooke Sub-division, Pittsfield. CALL COURTNEYmaster bedroom with a walk in closet. Fourth bedroom currently being used as a $81,000. Priced to sell. concrete patio.Only It is surrounded by professional landscaping provided for adappreciate, nice home. NEW LISTING - Section 2 New Salem Twsp. 30 acres tillable and timber. 10 year old frame den. Granite counter tops in bathrooms with gorgeous wood floors thru out lower home, 8 rooms, 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, modern kitchen, fireplace, central heat and A/C. ditional entertaining space. New roof on garage in 2014. New brick in kitchen level. Beautiful remodeled front porch with stained plank huge stamped con-well Call Charlene toandview this home. Only $81,000. Priced tokept sell. Motivated Seller $185,000. Call Courtney crete patio. It is and surrounded by professional landscaping provided for two upstairs bedroom remodeled in additional 2013. One bedroom has new built in this entertaining space. NewCall roof on garage Newto brick view in kitchen and two well kept home. bookshelf in Charlene 2013.in 2014. $221,900. Call Charlene 217-473-8246 www.wade-real-estate.com

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NEW LISTING - PITTSFIELD - 602 NORTH MONROE - “AS IS” two bedroom, one bath, ranch home, great neighborhood, needs some TLC. Would be great investment return. Listing Broker, Elaine Hoaglin NEW LISTING - PITTSFIELD-807 NORTH DUTTON - Many updates to this two bedroom ranch home; vinyl siding; new roof; one car attached garage; close to schools and park; very efficient; great neighborhood; great for that family starting out or that couple wanting to down size. Listing Broker, Elaine Hoaglin. NEW LISTING - PITTSFIELD - Residential building Lot on East Washington Street. Listing Broker David McCartney NEW LISTING - PITTSFIELD - #18 QUAIL RIDGE - Exquisite four bedroom ranch home located in a newer sub division of Pittsfield. This home features; four bedrooms three baths; living rm. Spacious kitchen; entertaining Dining rm. Family rm. Game rm and much more. This home offers 2144 total sq. ft of living space; two car att. Garage; full finished basement; CA; maintenance free vinyl and brick siding; very efficient; new solid surface counter tops in kitchen; new hardwood floors thru out main floor of home. This home is a MUST SEE!! Listing Broker, David McCartney NEW LISTING-GRIGGSVILLE - 107 EAST QUINCY - Eight unit apartment complex; centrally located; many updates and improvements, very efficient and a great investment opportunity!! Listing Broker, David McCartney PITTSFIELD - 429 EAST WASHINGTON - Majestic two story family home on Historic East Washington Street!! This home features; 4/5 bedrooms, walk in closets, one + one-half bath, spacious kitchen, entertaining dining room, cozy and comfy family room. Beautiful hard wood floors on main floor; great outbuildings with plenty of storage, Two car garage, (2) GFA High efficiency heat system, central air, newer roof and a gas fireplace. This home is move in ready. Listing Broker, David McCartney 690 SOUTH SOLDWALNUT- Listing Broker, David McCartney GRIGGSVILLE - 610 WEST QUINCY ST.-Very impressive five bedroom, two story family home! This home features; two baths, attached garage, full basement, GFA, CA, new roof, 24 ft round pool, alarm system and all appliances to convey . All this situated on a large lot, and is move in ready! Listing Broker, David McCartney 521 WEST OLD SJEFFERSON-PITTSFIELD PITTSFIELD-17916 369TH PLEASANT HILL, (In Martinsburg)-Ten year old modular family home situated on two acres; this home features, GFA, CA, maintenance free vinyl siding, very well insulated, patio; three roomy bedrooms, living room, dining room and very attractive kitchen; bath plus master bath. Listing Broker, David McCartney BARRY - 31233 290TH - Ten year old two bedroom, on bath, living rm, dining rm, kitchen and walk out full basement; this home also features 3 car detached garage;CA and maintenance free vinyl siding . ADT alarm system, and so much more. All situated on 15 acres m/l. Listing Broker, Ken Renoud 728 WEST FAYETTE-PITTSFIELD SOLD

PITTSFIELD - 212 FAIR ST. - Two story family home that features; three bedrooms up and master bedroom downstairs; roomy living and dining room; two baths; GFA and CA. This home is close to schools, great neighborhood, very reasonably priced, and very efficient. All situated .31 acre m/l. Listing Broker, David McCartney PITTSFIELD-440 WEST PERRY-Extremely clean and well maintained ranch home in a great neighborhood; 3 bedrooms, GFA, CA, low maintenance, new carpet and laminate floors, motivated seller. Several remodeled rooms. Broker Owned, Sonya Miller REDUCED BY $12,000!! BARRY-26889 COUNTY HIGHWAY 4-Very nice two bedroom home near Eldara, situated on one acre m/l; home features; CA, furnace only three years old, newer windows, newer roof, and much much more. Great for that family just starting out, or that couple down sizing. Listing Broker, David McCartney 501 SOUTH SOLDMADISON- Listing Broker, David McCartney REDUCED BY $10,000!! PITTSFIELD-690 SOUTH WALNUT-Excellent three/four bedroom, two baths, ranch family home, in super nice neighborhood. This home features; GFA, new AC, new roof, maintenance free vinyl siding; new water heater; full partially finished basement, remodeled master bath. Listing Broker, David McCartney 437 WESTLDWASHINGTON-PITTSFIELDSO Broker Owned, David McCartney MILTON-716 WEST PITTSFIELD ST.-Very nice ranch family home that features; 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, kitchen and living room; GFA, CA and newer roof. Great starter home or for someone wanting to down size. This home is situated on a large lot on the West end of Milton. Great small town atmosphere. Listing Broker, Karen McConnell PITTSFIELD - 117 SOUTH JACKSON ST. -Very nice two bedroom home with CA, GFA, full basement, new gas fireplace and dishwasher; living room, dining room, kitchen, utility in basement, great investment, very affordable. Great for that couple down sizing or that couple just starting out. Listing Broker, David McCartney 203 WESTSO TEMPERANCE-PLEASANT HILL LD PITTSFIELD - HIGHWAY 54-1.85 Acres/ ml of commercial acreage located in the Industrial Park. Great location, great business investment and opportunity!! Priced to sell, motivated seller. Listing Broker, David McCartney REDUCED!! - NEBO-14026 395th Ave. Super nice story and half family home situated on 4+ acres m/l! Home features, four bedrooms, four ½ baths; family room, dining room and a great kitchen, concrete and tumbled marble counter tops, whole house was totally remodeled in 2005, GEO, slate tile, all kitchen appliance convey. Listing Broker, David McCartney MILTON - Lot-180x170 W/ 4 buildings, located Milton. Great investment opportunity. Listing Broker, David McCartney. PITTSFIELD - 419 S. MEMORIAL-REDUCED BY $20,000-Very nice two story family home, this home features added charm with refinished interior for that era; 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, CA, 2 car attached garage. All situated on a large lot. Listing Broker, David McCartney

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12323 State Hwy 100, Pearl: 2-3 bedroom ranch home on 4+ Acres with tillable income. Finished walk-out basement with wet bar, bedroom, bath, & more. Storage shed. $88,500 603 N. Dutton St, Pittsfield: 1200 sq. ft. ranch home with carport, partial basement, & fenced back yard. Kitchen/dining area comes with appliances. 25 x 16 above ground pool and nice deck. Must See! $67,000 815 W. Jefferson St, Pittsfield: 3 bedroom ranch home on good size lot, Awesome kitchen with double oven & all stainless steel appliances. 2 baths, family room with fireplace, & partial basement. Garage.$89,900 523 N. Illinois St, Pittsfield: 3 bedroom ranch home on big lot. Eat-in kitchen, main floor laundry, & carport. 26 xz 22 Pole building. Full basement, updated windows, & updated metal roof. $42,500 414 S. Stanford St, Griggsville: 2-3 bedroom home on corner lot. Partial basement & storage shed. Needs work. $25,000 #3 Teal Lane, Pittsfield: 3 bedroom ranch home with 2 full baths and main floor laundry. Full finished basement with additional bath. 2 car attached garage, deck, & partial fenced yard. $149,900 450 Benson St, Pittsfield: Sprawling 3 bedroom ranch home on nicely landscaped lot. New 2 car detached & insulated garage plus additional 1 car attached garage. Full finished basement with half bath. Big living room with access to a dandy covered deck. Must See! $139,900 RR. 1 Box 60A, Nebo: Spacious (1900+ sq.ft) manufactured home on 1.3 Acres. Master suite with private bath, main floor laundry, kitchen equiped with appliances, & a woodburning fireplace. Full finished basement. Lots for the money! $98,000 244 S. Memorial St, Pittsfield: 3-4 bedroom two story home located close to schools. Lots of room for a big family. Eat-in kitchen, dining room, family room, 2 baths, & more. Nice size deck with ramp & covered porch. Garage. Immediate Possession. $68,500 25465 305th Ave, Barry: Charming 4 bedroom two story country home on 2.84 acres. Awesome kitchen, delightful stone woodburning fireplace, & 2 baths. Covered porch, partial fenced yard, & insulated shed. Great place to raise kids & animals. What a bargain. $$88,000 Kitchen comes with stainless steel appliances. 302 Bennett St, New Salem: Move in ready 3 bedroom 1.5 story home. Nice eat-in kitchen, office area, master suite, 3/4 bath, & so much more. Attached garage & storage shed. $79,500 405 S. Union St, Griggsville: 3 bedroom ranch home with enclosed & private back yard. 4 seasons bonus room, fireplace, & lots of storage. Attached 2 car garage. $76,500 201 Mason St, Pittsfield: Great retirement home located on smaller lot. Two bedrooms, big living/dining area, & a detached 1 car garage. Storage shed. $60,000 302 Main St, Detroit: 3 bedroom ranch home on corner lot. Nice eat-in kitchen, main floor laundry, & more. Partial basement & a 2 car detached garage. $45,000 112 Kellogg St, Pittsfield: Two bedroom home on big lot. Full basement & detached2 car garage. PENDING 203 Spring St, Pleasant Hill: 3-4 bedroom ranch home with open floor plan. Metal roof. Good starter home or would make a good rental. $42,500 North Monroe St, Pittsfield: Ideal building lot. Owner wants it sold! $7,500 2301 Elm Street, Quincy: Two story home 4-5 bedrooms & two full baths. PENDING ing dwith en pstory 500 Monroe St, Quincy: Single p home withg hardwood floors, partial basement, & covered porch. din en 1234 Kentucky St, Quincy: Niceptwo story home g din with updated kitchen. Family room with fireplace & more. en 622 Brookfield Rd, Quincy: 3 bedroom ranch home in nice subdivision. Full basement & attached 2 car garage. $129,900

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Pittsfield's Tanner Ashburn drives for a layup. Looking on the the right is Korbyn Personett.

Pleasant Hill's Russell Miller, left, and Griffin Hall go to the ball under the basket in the North Greene Tourney on Monday night. Pleasant Hill defeated Brussels 66-56.

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By DAN BRANNAN Pike Press Pittsfield’s boys slipped by Southeastern 40-34 in a game last Friday night. Tanner Still had 12 points and Korbyn Personett had 10 points for the Saukees. Pittsfield coach Brad Tomhave said it was a “good team win on both ends of the floor.” “Although we didn’t shoot the ball very well, especially

from the three-point line, the kids found a way to put together quality offensive possessions to secure the win,” Tomhave said. “Defensively our team recognition and rebounding were much improved from the first week. I thought their two scorers really had to work hard to score. They didn’t get many open looks.” This week, Tomhave expects some tough competition, playing West Central and Riverton. The Riverton game is set for Saturday evening.

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Maddie Palmer drives to the basket for Pittsfield-Pleasant Hill's girls basketball team in a recent game. Palmer has been one of the Lady Saukees leading scorer all season.

West Central tops Lady Saukees West Central defeated the Pittsfield-Pleasant Hill girls basketball team 47-22 in a game on Thursday night. Abby Lashmett led West Central with 16 points; Kinsey VanDeVelde added eight points. Maddie Palmer had seven points

for Pleasant Hill; Allie Hoover had six points. Pittsfield-Pleasant Hill plays at Calhoun with a game starting at 6:15 p.m. on Thursday, then on Monday hosts Liberty, followed by a game at home against Brussels on Dec. 18.

Special Olympics announces winners On Sept. 28, 22 Special Olympians participated in Area 11 Bowling in Quincy. The results were: First – Derrick Hankins, Tim Hull, Michelle Jefferson, Jon Robinson and Carol Schwandner Second place – Kyle DeJaynes, Mercedez Farmer and Ron Lair Third place – Danital Meyer, Danny Rulon, Heidi Smith and Daniel Varelli. Fourth place – Joan Hagerbaum, David Lara and Kelci Pinney

By DAN BRANNAN Pike Press The Pleasant Hill boys opened the North Greene Spartan Classic Tourney with a victory over Brussels 66-56. Kaleb Root led the Wolves with 15 points, followed by Corby Edwards with 13 points and Seth Moyers with 12 points.

Hornets open North Greene Tourney play Griggsville-Perry’s boys won its first game in the North Greene Tournament 67-46 over Brown County on Monday. The Hornets had a 35-27 halftime lead. In the second half Griggsville-Perry scored 32 points.

Fifth place – Angie Crowder, Amber Releford and Rodney Spann Sixth place – Betsy Curless and Bob Manues Seventh place – Kari Wade Eighth place – Cheryl Chase.

Assistant Coach Ron Edwards said he sees a big difference in the Pleasant Hill players since the beginning of practice and he expects the team to improve as the season continues. “We have some young kids stepping up and contributing,” he said. “We have a lot of growth from where we were at last year.”

Riley Bradshaw had 13 points for Griggsville-Perry; Kaleb Bradshaw had 12. Jordan Dehart added 10. Western beat Greenfield-Northwestern in another North Greene Tournament game 51-43.

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Those who reecied first place went to Galesburg for the sectional. Those placers were: Third place – Derrick Hankins and Carol Schwander Sixth place – Tim Hull Seventh place – Jon Robinson

Bowling scores Joker’s Wild 84-28 Hatcher’s Guest 69-43 Bowling Stones 69-44 Belles of the Ball 68-44 Team Scratch Game 817 County Fixin’s Scratch Game 224 Patsy Miller Team Scratch Series 2290 Country Fixin’s

Scratch Series 581 Chris Higgins Team Handicap Game 1029 Ambrosia Dynasty Handicap Game 254 Patsy Miller Team Handicap Series 2922 Alley O’s Handicap Series 676 Ruth Kummerow

Deer harvest numbers reported down this year The day-long rain on Sunday, Nov. 23, put a damper on deer hunting and as a result reduced the harvest for the first portion of the annual firearms season. Statewide, the three-day season yielded 51,830 deer, down 3,878, compared to 2013. Pike County hunters checked in 1,378 deer, a decrease of 157 from 2013. The results for some of the counties in our area compared to 2013 are as follows: Adams plus 7, Brown down 45, Calhoun down 79, Schuyler down 54, and Fulton down 11. On a comparison basis Pike County has, at least temporarily lost its position as the No. 1 county, with the counties of Adams, Jackson and Randolph having a larger first season deer harvest. To catch up with last year’s total har-

vest, Pike County hunters will need to take 897 deer during the second segment of the firearm season, set for Dec. 4-7. As usual, weather conditions will be a big factor. I also agree with Tim Krumwiede, our local IDNR wildlife specialist that that there seems to be fewer hunters this year and that obviously impacts the harvest. On my land, my son-in-law and a friend each took big 8-point bucks the first day. Both deer were in prime conditions with rolls of fat. The guys told me they had plenty of opportunity to take a deer. They flushed over 30 animals from the brushy swales. Most of course were does with this year’s crop of offspring in tow. This bodes well for next year. Looking back over the past decade, the peak harvest year

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Lauren Kennedy of Griggsville-Perry tosses in a free throw. Kennedy scored 17 points to lead Griggsville-Perry to a 40-23 win on Monday night at Triopia. Devin Battefeld added 11 points for Griggsville-Perry.

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was in 2005 when firearm hunters brought in nearly 124,000 deer statewide. Results have been on a decline since that period. The widespread problem of Chronic Wasting Disease had been credited for sharply reducing the deer herd. The IDNR has been barraged with hunter complaints the past several years. The agency has held a number of hearings, this earlier in the year to garner hunter input. In an effort to allow the deer to make a recovery, the department reduced the number of permits statewide by 11,000. A good example of permit elimination is the late winter antlerless deer season in 20 counties. In our Adams, Calhoun, Hancock, Jersey and Scott will not have a late season this year. Pike County will still be open for the late winter hunt.

Pittsfield drawing held The drawing for the All-Sport raffle was held on Saturday, Nov. 29, at halftime of the Pittsfield boys basketball game. The grand prize winner was Darrell Mowen of Baylis. Second prize of $1,000 winner was Kelsey Duncan of Kinderhook. The Pikeland Athletic Department, coaches and players would like to thank everyone who helped support this year’s raffle. The money earned from this year’s raffle will help continue Pittsfield being able to offer a wide variety of sports.

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By JUSTIN COBB Pike Press Griggsville City Council approved employee Christmas bonuses at the Wednesday evening, Dec. 3, regular meeting, City Clerk Linda Brawdy said by phone Thursday morning. Each regular employee will receive $250, while the crossing guard for the school will receive $50, the council decided, accord-

Rilyn and Kennedy Knight, daughters of Bobby and Sarah Knight of Pittsfield, sit down to a breakfast of pancakes and sausages at the annual Breakfast with Santa at South Elementary Saturday morning, Dec. 6. In addition to breakfast were games, activities, and a book fair. All proceeds went to the South School PTO.

ing to Brawdy. Asked why the crossing guard is receiving a different bonus than other employees, Brawdy said it was because that position involves only approximately half an hour per day total, aiding students crossing morning and afternoon. The council also approved previous meeting minutes, the treasurer’s report, and payment of bills. The meeting lasted 30 minutes.

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At the regular meeting Monday, Dec. 1, the Barry City Council reviewed the audit report from the Arnold, Behrens, Nesbit and Gray accounting firm of Quincy. According to City Administrator Lance Kendrick, “Everything went well.” He reported that “the city is in good financial shape, and there were no major findings in the audit.” A recent examination of the Barry city code book revealed that an ordinance had never been passed to make the job of city administrator an official city position. The current city administrator has held the position for three years and Mayor Shawn Rennecker held the position for several years prior to Kendrick, but the position had simply been filled by council action. So an ordinance was passed Monday night to remedy that situation and make the position an official part of the Barry city code. Last winter the city council held three meetings with the general public, to gather information for a comprehensive plan for the city of Barry. This winter, there will be at least one, and perhaps more meetings with city businesses. The first meeting was scheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 9 at the City Hall at 5:30 p.m.

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Wednesday, December 10, 2014

Pike Press

public notice

Pittsfield, Illinois

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PRE-FILING NOTICE NOTICE is hereby given that the office of Nebo Village Hall will be open from 9:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday beginning 12/15/14 through 12/22/14 for the purpose of accepting candidate petitions or certificates for the consolidated election to be held on 4/7/15 for the following offices.

Hardin, IL

Call (618) 498-1234 and ask for Business Department

LIST ALL OFFICES TO BE VOTED UPON: 3-4 year terms - Trustee Tamora J Neese Local Election Official 12.10.14

NOTICE Notice is hereby given that petitions for the following offices can be obtained at the office of City Clerk, 215 North Monroe Street in Pittsfield, Illinois during the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday: All offices are for a four year term unless otherwise indicated. One Alderman in Ward #1 One Alderman in Ward #1 (two-year term) One Alderman in Ward #2 One Alderman in Ward #3 One Alderman in Ward #4 Candidate petitions or certificates of nomination will be accepted December 15 through December 22, 2014 for the Consolidated Election to be held April 7, 2015. 12.10.14

Social Worker for Hospice and Palliative Care This position is responsible for evaluating initial and continuing psychosocial issues and needs for the hospice patient and families in collaboration with other interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement a plan of care. This position will provide services in the areas served by the Greene County team based in Carrollton, Il and the Pike County team based in Pittsfield, IL. Requires an LSW and LCSW is preferred.

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Pike Feeds, Inc. is seeking a qualified driver to deliver livestock feeds to our customer base. This job requires a current CDL and past experience is preferred. A competitive wage and benefits package is offered for the ideal candidate. Please apply in person at:

Pike Feeds 1250 West Washington Street Pittsfield, Illinois

Pleasant Hill Village

in Girard, IL is accepting applications for a Full Time, Day Shift, Head Cook. Experience Required, Supervisory skills a must. Position requires every other weekend work and most holidays. Apply in person at: 1010 West North St., Girard, IL or online at www.pleasanthillvillage.org APARTMENTS FOR RENT Pike County Housing Authority is accepting applications for our income-based apartments for rent in Barry, Baylis, Griggsville, Perry, New Canton, Pittsﬁeld, and Pleasant Hill. 1-4 Bedrooms available. Please call 217-335-2616 or apply online at pikehousing.com. Singles, Disabled, Elderly, and Families welcome.

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