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Vol. 175, No. 6

Multi-year contracts the norm for Pike County superintendents

By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press Three of the four school superintendents in Pike County are secure in their job. Pleasant Hill is the only school district that does not have a superintendent under a multi-year contract.

Don Peebles is serving as the interim superintendent for the district until the district finalizes a plan to replace Ron Edwards, who resigned last year.

Paula Hawley, superintendent at Pikeland, recently received an extension to a fiveyear contract.

“I was in the third year of a five-year contract and the board extended it two more years making it expire in 2021,” Hawley said. “This will be my last contract. I will retire

in 2021.”

Hawley said contract extensions are not uncommon and that is how her contract has been typically handled in the past.

Superintendents’ salaries are not negotiated as teacher and other staff salaries. The board typically sets the salary and raises are given on the basis of performance.

According to Hawley, her base contract is $120,550 with a benefit package in addition to her base.

The contract stipulates Hawley will receive a 1.5 percent increase the first two years of her contract and then the final three years will be given a four percent annual increase.

Janet Gladu, superintendent at Griggsville-Perry, says her current contract was renewed last January and will

run through 2020. Before the extension her contract would have expired this year.

Gladu has an annual salary of $116,500.

“This will be my last contract. I will retire in 2021.”

Paula Hawley Pikeland superintendent “Last year I was offered a one percent increase which I declined,” Gladu said. “This year I was offered a one percent increase and I turned it down, as well. As long as we are not getting our state funds, I don’t think I should accept a raise.”

Gladu said three-to-five year contracts are the norm and very

few districts even offer oneyear contracts.

Ron Edwards, former superintendent at Pleasant Hill, said he always requested a one-year contract.

“If you just have one-year contracts, you don’t lose your tenure,” Edwards said. “So if you want to go back into the classroom, you can do so as a tenured teacher.”

Edwards made that decision this year and resigned from the superintendent’s role to accept a teaching position in Pleasant Hill.

Western has operated under a two-superintendent system for the past few years.

Retired superintendents Terry Robertson and Curt Simonson each carried out the administrative duties for a semester.

Late last year, the district hired Jessica Funk to become the

district’s full-time administrator staring July 1.

Funk was given a one-year contract which has since been changed to a multi-year deal, according to Lorc Weir, president of the Western board.

Weir said Funk’s salary is slightly more than what the board was paying Simonson and Robertson, plus the two retired superintendents did not receive benefits resulting in a big savings to the district.

“It’s a three-year deal,” Weir said. “We can renew it every year and always keep the contract a few years out.”

Funk will be paid $99,500 plus benefits.

The average salary for a school superintendent, with experience, in Illinois is approximately $148,000 per year plus benefits.

Barry man dies Feb. 4 in accident

By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press A one-vehicle accident claimed the life of a Barry man Saturday, Feb. 4 near Hull.

The accident was reported at 12:12 p.m. to Pike County E9-1-1. The caller reported a truck in a ditch one quarter mile west of Hull on Highway 57, just west of Il. 96.

First responders found Cory E. Slone, 33, Barry, unresponsive upon arrival. Slone was later pronounced dead at the scene. Law enforcement authorities suspect the accident occurred at least two hours before it was discovered.

Preliminary reports indicate the 1994 black Ford F150 single cab appears to have been traveling east bound on Highway 57 when it left the roadway to the north and struck an embankment head-on causing severe damage to the vehicle.

Illinois State Police and the Pike County Coroner’s office are handling the incident. It remains under investigation and no foul play is suspected.

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of a greenhouse

Workers in Paul Lennon’s building trades class were out Monday morning helping with concrete for the agriculture department’s new greenhouse at Pittsfield High School. Helping were, left to right, J.D. Hoover and Noah Gerard, with Marcus Couch in the background. Lennon was monitoring the flow of the concrete and Austin Motley was also helping.

Pleasant Hill family monitoring New Passport Stamps, national immigration situation book, and Talking House mark Lincoln birthday

By JUSTIN A. COBB Pike Press

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braham Lincoln’s birthday this year will be marked by three new developments concerning Lincoln and his connection to Pike County.

Perhaps the biggest is the addition of the 42-county Abraham Lincoln

National Heritage Area (ALNHA) to the National Park Service (NPS) “Passport to Your National Parks” program, according to Kathy Zimmerman, member of the Looking for Lincoln steering committee, speaking by phone Monday morning.

William Watson Hotel in Pittsfield will be the site in Pike County to obtain the ALNHA passport stamp and will also be selling the NPS (See, lincoln, A2)

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raffle benefits canine unit

A meat raffle held at the Pittsfield Sav-A-Lot store produced two happy winners and approximately $500 for the Pike County Sheriff’s Department K-9 unit. Deputy Mike Lemons and Baxter, left, were on hand to congratulate Brenda Booth, center, who won a side of beef and Ada Hanback, who won two packages of rib-eye steaks. The ladies picked up their meat Friday at the store.

By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press President Donald Trump’s executive order suspending the entry of refugees from certain countries into the United States for 120 days (Syria indefinitely) has attracted a lot of concern and attention nationally and internationally. That includes Pleasant Hill.

Oman-born Abdullah Al-Rawas is married to Pleasant Hill native Mindy Gray. The couple have four children, all of whom attend Pleasant Hill Schools.

Aminah is in high school, Zachary in junior high, Samuel in grade school and Sarah in first grade.

Mindy and the children spend most of the summer in Oman, Abdullah’s home county, and he commutes to the states several times a year.

Oman is a 1,000-mile-long, coastal plain at the southeast tip of the Arabian Peninsula lying on the Arabian Sea and the Gulf of Oman. It is bordered by the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Yemen. The country is the size of Kansas. And while Oman has a good relationship with the United States and its allies, some of the countries on the suspended list — Iraq, Syria, Iran, Sudan, Libya, Somalia and Yemen — are neighbors to Oman.

“Our daughter, Aminah, a senior at PHHS, saw the story about the suspensions on Facebook and tagged me in it. We both did our research, ” Mindy Al-Rawas, said. “We were both relieved to see that Oman was not on the list.”

Aminah Al-Rawas said she found the move by the president “upsetting.”

“He said he did for protection,” Aminah Al-Rawas said. “And some of those countries are dangerous, but the suspension is splitting up families.

People who have visas and green cards are not being allowed to enter the United States. They live here. They

have lives here. All they did was go visit family and now they can’t come back.”

Aminah’s mother, Mindy Al-Rawas is well versed in international affairs regarding the Middle East. She said

“The family has had many contracts with the U.S. military to do work on the military base. He doesn’t seem worried about the situation, but our children are worried they might not get to see their daddy.”

Mindy Al-Rawas Pleasant Hill

Oman has a good relationship with the United States, Great Britian, Germany, Australia and others, who are all allies of the U.S. She thinks that is why Oman was not included in the suspension.

“A couple of years ago, Yemen kidnapped a couple of U.S. journalists and a few others from abroad,” Al-Rawas said. “The Sultan of Oman negotiated their release. He went to boarding school with Prince Charles and visited Queen Elizabeth on her birthday.”

Al-Rawas said she didn’t think the suspension would affect their family.

Abdullah is due to come home later this month and the family goes to Oman for a couple of months each summer.

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Missouri, Illinois select bridge finalists The Champ Clark Bridge Team, consisting of Missouri and Illinois Department of Transportation professional engineers, has completed its evaluation of the Statement of Qualifications (SOQs) submitted by potential design-build teams.

“These four teams will compete for the contract to oversee the design and construction of a new Champ Clark Bridge on U.S. 54 over the Mississippi River in Louisiana, Missouri,” Keith Killen, Missouri Champ Clark Bridge project director, said.

The following teams were selected

to further develop their proposals on the project: Alberici/Parsons, American Bridge/Garver, Lunda/Figg, Massman/ HNTB. The Champ Clark Bridge Team will release the Request for Proposals (RFP) March 1.

“This means these four teams will receive our formal request to submit their proposals to design and construct the new bridge,” Killen said.

Killen said any one of the four would be a good choice.

“We have four very strong teams, and we are excited to work with them

to develop their proposals over the next few months,” Killen said. “When the project is awarded at the June 29 Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission meeting, we are certain the proposed bridge design will be something MoDOT and the community will be proud of,” he added.

Killen added, “We had excellent participation, and thank everyone who expressed interest.”

All information about the new bridge project, including a timeline, is available on the web at www.champclarkbridge.com.

Judge rules Bradshaw can stay on ballot

By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press Troy Bradshaw should be able to stay on the ballot as an independent candidate for road commissioner of Barry Township. Judge Frank McCartney ruled Friday afternoon that he believed Bradshaw had fulfilled the spirit of the law.

However, Larry Lewton, the petitioner who questioned Bradshaw’s candidacy, said he has not ruled out an appeal of the matter.

Lewton is also running for road commissioner in Barry Township Lewton’s claim that Bradshaw had not filed a statement of economic impact, as required by all candidates, was ruled moot

by McCartney.

Bradshaw said he received

the form from the county clerk’s office and was told to file the form with the clerk of Barry Township, Lillian Bowen.

Bowen said she needed a receipt before she could accept the form.

Pike County Clerk Donnie Apps attended the hearing and said there had never been a problem with the clerk’s handling the forms before or in any other township.

“Had I known then, what I know now, I would have stamped it and given him the receipt when he was in my office,” Apps said.

No one disputed that Bradshaw’s form was not accepted by Bowen and therefore not filed in the county clerk’s office by the deadline.

But since Bradshaw was an incumbent candidate,

McCartney said the economic interest statement he had on file was good until the end of the year and Bowen should have the receipt for that in her possession.

“He’s in compliance as far as having one on file,” McCartney said.

McCartney said the wording in the statute can be misleading.

“Shall does not mean mandatory,” he said. “Strict compliance is not always required. Technicalities and minor infractions does not defeat the electoral process.

A copy of Mr. Bradshaw’s statement of economic interest has been on file at all times. That facilitates the public’s right to get the information.”

McCartney said for Bradshaw to get his new form to Bowen as soon as

possible and for her to accept it.

McCartney said he was dismissing the objection and would issue a written order.

The hearing last about 45 minutes.

Samantha Puterbaugh, who also had trouble filing her paperwork in Barry Township, is on the ballot as a write-in.

The electoral board of Barry Township was expected to meet last night, Tuesday, Feb. 7, to make a determination. At least two letters of objection have been filed regarding Puterbaugh’s candidacy.

The electoral board will decide if Puterbaugh will be listed on the the ballot as a independent candidate or will remain as a write-in. A decision by the board is subject to a court appeal.

Spaghetti dinner Friday evening

By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press A spaghetti dinner will be held Friday night, Feb. 10 at 5 p..m. in the Pleasant Hill High School cafeteria to benefit Samuel Shonhart, a freshman at the school, suffering from Papillary Thyroid Carcinoma.

The meal will include spaghetti and all the fixings.

The committee is asking for donations of desserts that may be dropped off at the high school throughout the day Friday.

The meal will proceed Pleasant Hill’s next to the last game of the season.

Opponent will be ISD. Money raised at the event will be used to offset travel expenses and other costs associated with treatment.

Shonhart had surgery at St.Louis Cardinal Glennon Dec. 12 for a mass on the left side of his neck.The mass had grown and was affecting his esophagus, trachea.

“His breathing, his swallowing and even his vocal chords were affected,” Teresa Ham, his mother, said.

Follow-up treatment will include THS therapy and a dose of radioactive iodine.

“Then we will do a scan and a special test on the thryroid to see if there are any active cancer cells remaining,” Ham said.

Treatments will start in March and the THS therapy will continue the rest of his life, because his thyroid has been removed.

“The first treatments of THS were really high because we wanted them to kill the cancer cell,” Ham said. “His regular dose will be lower.

Ham said her son understands his situation and is not worried.

“He just wants to get it done,” she said.”He’s upbeat. He has a great support system. Both families, myself and his step-father, Gary Ham and his father and step-mother, David and Beth Shonhart as well as his friends and the community.”

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(Continued from A1) passports, Zimmerman said.

“We now have two places in Pike County” where tourists participating in the program can have their passports stamped, the other being New Philadelphia, Zimmerman said. “It’s kind of neat that out of 42 counties we have two places to get the stamp.”

The second development, a new book on Lincoln’s time in Pike County written by Dr. Wayne Temple, a retired four-star general and accomplished historian, is coming out this month and will be presented on Lincoln’s birthday, Sunday, Feb. 12, by Temple at the Lincoln Home Visitor Center in Springfield, according to Zimmerman.

“It has a lot of new research,” Zimmerman said.

Temple, now 93 years old, “is also getting ready to revise a book he did on the history of Lincoln’s home.

He’s still writing and still editing so having him speak

is kind of an honor for us.”

Temple was the keynote speaker at the Pittsfield American Legion’s Veterans Day observance in November.

“Next week, we hope to have our 15th Talking House at Pikeland Motors, site of the former Pike County Free Press," Zimmerman said.

The Free Press newspaper had been located where Pikeland Motors currently sits on the square on West Washington in Pittsfield, according to Zimmerman, who noted the new Talking House is sponsored by Jane Ann and Jonas Petty, owners of Free Press Coffee House, which was founded in Pittsfield and named after the now defunct newspaper.

Zimmerman said she hopes the Talking House and especially the passport stamp brings more tourists to Pike County.

“We’re really excited about the passport stamps because a lot of families do those,” she said.

Immigration (Continued from A1) many variables. My husband has a green card and is a legal resident. He has never caused any problems.”

Al-Rawas said her husband is the eldest of his family and manages the family’s holdings which include a construction business and a garage.

“The family has had many contracts with the U.S. military to do work on the military base,” Al-Rawas said. “He doesn’t seem worried about the situation, but our children are worried they might not get to see their daddy.”

Al-Rawas said she understands the fear of the public due to all the terrorists and terrorism over the past several years.

Al-Rawas met her husband when she and her college roommate moved to Terre Haute, Ind. Abdullah was at Indiana State University working on his masters degree.

“The first time I traveled to his country with him, I didn’t cover my head,” Al-Rawas said. “I was stared at. It was unnerving. There are a lot of Indians and Pakistanis living in Oman and they just look you right in the eye and stare.”

Soon after joining the family, Al-Rawas’ sister-inlaw gave her an abayasare, a full-length gown with long sleeves. She wore the garment and covered her hair.

Al-Rawas’s mother-in-law soon gave her a burka which covered her face. She wears the attire when she is in Albullah’s home town, but if the family visits Dubai or other bigger cities, she dresses in jeans and a longsleeved shirt.

“I know the stereotype is that women are oppressed, but that’s not the case,” Al-Rawas said. “Women hold property, they drive.

My mother-in-law is the voice of her house and her mother was before her. The women are spoiled.”

Al-Rawas said the first time she took her daughter to Oman, there was one woman driver, a Canadian woman who worked on the military base.

“Now there are women drivers everywhere. Girls Aminah’s age are driving,” she said.

The town where Abdullah is from is peaceful and quiet and very traditional,” Al-Rawas said. “They consider it a small town, but I’d guess it to be the size of Quincy. Every summer when we go, I am amazed at how much it has changed and

grown. Pike County never changes but there are always a lot of changes there.”

Al-Rawas said her four children have attended Pleasant Hill School since the first day they started school.

“There have been very few incidents,” she said. “(Once) a girl told Aminah to go back where she came from once. I asked Aminah if she told the girl she was born in Pittsfield.”

Probably, the most unnerving event was a few years ago. Aminah walked into a room in the midst of an argument between two fellow students.

“One student said that all Muslims should just be killed.” Al-Rawas said.

“Aminah considered this student to be a friend but it upset her. She asked me how could she make them understand. I didn’t have a good answer for her. But I told her that she should make them see that generalities are not a good thing. The next morning when she came out of her room, she had her hair covered. I think it made an impact on some students.

Her best friend posted a picture on Facebook.”

Aminah Al-Rawas wants to go into some form of aviation and become a pilot after graduation. With those career goals in mind, she is aware she could live anywhere – the United States or Oman or somewhere entirely different.

“You never know where life is going to take you,” Aminah Al-Rawas said.

“Wherever my family is, is where I want to be.”

While the Al-Rawas children are being raised Muslim, Al-Rawas says there is little structured religious training for the family.

“Sometimes we will go to a mosque in St. Louis or Springfield, and we read about Islam,” Al-Rawas said. “But if one of my kids comes home and says they want to go to VBS or some other church function with friends, I let them go.

Abdullah doesn’t like it; he is afraid it will confuse them. But they have never had negativity or isolation.

I was raised in the Nazarene Church in Nebo. I talk to Rob Cox of the Baptist Church about the differences in the two religions a lot. I get some clarifications from him. “ Meanwhile the Al-Rawas family is looking forward to a visit from their husband and father later this month and are still planning on visiting Oman in the summer.

Feeling Social?

Tucker Moss watches as his ball rolls toward the hole at Matt Bradshaw’s shed off U.S. Highway 54 between Pittsfield and Griggsville during Saturday’s fourth annual Pole Shed Open. Organized by Pittsfield High School ag alumni, the annual fundraiser benefits the Pittsfield FFA organization. Eighty-two teams competed and there were 52 hole sponsors this year, according to event organizer Dusty Morrow.

Total amount of money raised this year is not yet known, but almost $18,000 was raised last year with 87 teams competing.

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Barry Jiffi Stop requests license for video gambling

By MICHAEL BOREN Pike Press The Jiffi Stop in Barry has requested a liquor-by-the-drink license so that it can add video gambling in a proposed 1,000 square foot addition to the building. The matter was discussed at the regular Barry City Council meeting Monday night.

Alderman Bruce Kendall expressed some concerns about such a change in license. Mayor Shawn Rennecker said that there are now five video gaming locations in the city of Barry, and this would raise the number to six.

Alderman Debbie Harshman moved, seconded by Steve Schultz, to look at the proposal, when officially presented

by Jiffi Stop. The motion passed unanimously, with Alderman Terry Beard absent.

Harshman reported on a Jan. 25, 2016 meeting of the Parks, Recreation, Planning and Zoning committee. The committee agreed to put the city mowing up for bids, as has been done in the past, with a possibility of offering a three-year contract for the mowing.

The committee agreed to offer a salary of $4,500 for a full-time manager this summer.

“We must have an adult at the pool at all times,” Harshman said.

She also announced that the city has $91,000 from the Elmo Burkhart trust to be used for the swimming pool, and that one possible expenditure would be for a surveillance system at the pool to reduce vandalism at the pool and the surrounding park. The committee report was approved unanimously by the council.

The council approved a resolution concerning reimbursement of travel expenses, as required by the state’s passage of “The Local Government Travel Expense Control act.” The level for Barry’s official travel was set at a maximum of $50 per person per diem for food, $300 for lodging, $300 for seminar expenses and mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate.

Mayor Rennecker announced that the bid has been let for the replacement of the Hadley Creek bridge on Pike County Highway 4 north of Barry, and that it will require some spring/summer shut down of the highway.

Rennecker also announced that the proposed use of the city revolving loan fund for Stroemer Foods as discussed at the January city council meeting has been turned down by Mike Stroemer,

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and that the city still has some revolving loan funds available.

New Public Works Director Robert Snyder, a 24-year-Barry city employee, reported on his activities of the past month, including ditching along Main Street, getting tubes to drain, patching streets and repairing one major water leak.

City Administrator Jeff Hogge reported that the city is looking for a “man lift” for trimming trees, etc. The city is looking for the best quality at a price they can afford. He reported that Scott Gatewood is considering locating a regional real estate office in downtown Barry. Hogge recently toured the cannabis plant and reported that it currently employs ten people, with prospects for hiring more eventually.

Rennecker summarized the police report as “several burglaries involving the same individual.”

City Treasurer Kay Brown was absent due to a recent fall.

At 7:50 p.m. the council voted to go into closed session to discuss personnel matters. They came out of closed session at 8:15, took no action, and adjourned at 8:17 p.m.

Helm graduates from Bismarck State Thomas Helm of Pittsfield graduated from Bismarck State College with an A.A.S. degree in electrical transmission system technology in fall 2016.

Fall graduates are eligible to walk in BSC’s commencement ceremony on May 12.

Bismarck State College, an innovative community college in Bismarck, N.D., offers high quality education, workforce training, and enrichment programs reaching local and global communities.

For more information, visit bismarckstate.edu.

WIU announces fall graduates A total of 781 students earned academic degrees or post-baccalaureate certificates after the fall 2016 semester at Western Illinois University.

Of these, 121 graduates’ primary attendance site was the WIU-Quad Cities campus.

Bachelor’s degrees were awarded to 586 graduates.

Academic distinction was awarded to baccalaureate graduates who achieved high grade point averages.

This includes: Summa Cum Laude, 3.90 GPA or

higher on a 4.0 scale; Magna Cum Laude, 3.75–3.89 GPA; and Cum Laude, 3.6–3.74 GPA. Master’s degrees were earned by 169 graduates.

Sixteen individuals earned post-baccalaureate certificates.

Fall WIU graduates from Pike County were Molly Woods of Baylis with a Bachelor of Science in agricultural business and Haley Marie Thiele of Pittsfield with a Bachelor of Science in physical education.

Moyers to compete in Mr. John Wood Pageant Smith on president’s list Seth Moyers will be a contestant in the first ever Mr. John Wood pageant, held Thursday, Feb. 9 at 6:30 in the Mary Ellen Orr Auditorium on JWCC Quincy campus. The event will part of the John Wood Community College’s Student Government Association fourth annual Homecoming Week, February 6-11.

During the pageant, contestants will be judged based on performance in sportswear, talent and formal wear. The top three contestants will also take part in an on-stage interview. All gentlemen will compete for the Mr. John Wood title, People’s

Choice, and Mr. Congeniality.

This year’s pageant will feature seven contestants: Danilo Ranger, sophomore from Skokie, Daniel Mast, freshman from Liberty, Moyers, freshman from Pleasant Hill, Troy Burrows, freshman from Chicago, LB Cornwell, sophomore from Quincy, Clayton Thompson, freshman from Mendon, and Larry Plummer, sophomore from Sicily Island, La. In addition to the contestants, the pageant will also feature other JWCC students and staff. Sophomores Leah Hembrough, of Winchester, and Adam Wright, of Carthage, will

emcee and judges will include JWCC Director of Admissions Billy Schaffer; Financial aid Coordinator Julie Harper and Student Support Services Emily Doane. The pageant is sponsored by Schuecking’s Inc. and Harrison Hy-Vee. Admission to the pageant will be $1 and is open to the public. Concessions will also be available for purchase. A People’s Choice award will be presented based on which contestant raises the most money during the event.

All proceeds will benefit Quanada.

Additional homecoming activities will be held throughout the week. Sat-

urday, Feb. 11, the women’s basketball team will host Lincoln Land at 1 p.m.

The men’s basketball team will play Lincoln Land at 3 p.m. The Athletic Hall of Fame class will be inducted during half-time of the men’s game. Both games will be held in the Student Activity Center. The 9th Annual Athletic Hall of Fame induction will take place at approximately 5 p.m. in the Mary Ellen Orr Auditorium. A homecoming dance, will be held 7p.m.

More information is available from Eric Foster, JWCC coordinator of student life, at 217.641.4944 or efoster@jwcc.edu.

Third annual Ty Rylander run set for March 18 The third annual Ty Rylander Fund Redneck Run/Walk will be held Saturday, March 18, in Pittsfield, beginning and ending at Pittsfield United Methodist Church.

Registration begins 9 a.m., with the event starting 10 a.m.

Advance registration is ongoing until March 1 via the Ty Rylander Redneck Run Facebook page.

All proceeds from the event benefit the Ty Rylander Fund.

Ty was a Pittsfield basketball, football, and baseball player and FFA member.

He was a sophomore at Western Illinois University majoring in ag business when he was tragically killed in an automobile accident in November 2014.

Ty’s family keeps his memory and legacy alive through the Ty Rylander Fund.

Last year, the fund purchased five standing desks for students in Pikeland School District.

Standing desks help students with ADHD stay focused.

Ty had ADHD and was passionate about educating others about ADHD.

First National Bank of Barry announces two new employees First National Bank of Barry announces that Joe Dierker of Pittsfield has joined the bank as Senior Trust/Business Development Officer. He is located in the First National Bank’s Pittsfield Branch located at 525 West Washington Street in Pittsfield.

Dierker has over 32 years combined experience in agricultural and commercial lending, trust, and farm management.

Dierker is a graduate of Illinois State University with a degree in Agri-Business, and Quincy University where he received his Master’s Degree in Business Administration in 1994, and attended the Graduate School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, graduating in 2001.

Dierker was a member of the Illinois Agricultural Leadership Program, Class of 2004, a leadership development program for Illinois residents involved in agriculture. He is also a Certified Trust and Financial Advisor, accredited through

the American Bankers Association-Institute of Certified Bankers, and is a graduate of the Cannon Financial Schools.

He is accredited through the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers (ASFMRA) and is a certified crop advisor.

He serves the bank as the coordinator for IRS Section 1031 Tax Deferred Exchanges, and has extensive experience in working with landowner clients, real estate brokers, and legal professionals in managing these tax-deferral strategies when selling real estate. Dierker can be reached at 217-4070887 (direct), or 217-2481214 (cell). He can also be reached by email at jdierker@fnbbarry.com.

He is active in the Pittsfield United Methodist Church, as well as local civic and notfor-profit organizations. He and his wife, Alicia, reside in rural Pittsfield.

In addition, the First National Bank of Barry also announced their recent hire of Tony Smith, who has joined

Rachel Smith, a graduate of Griggsville-Perry High School, has been named to the president’s list at Truman State University in Kirksville, Mo. To be named to the prestigious list, a student must have a perfect 4.0 grade point average for the semester.

She is the daughter of Donnie and Carmen Smith of Perry.

PCHD December food inspections Establishments are listed by uncorrected score. Corrections to deficiencies are noted, as are critical or repeat violations.

Sanitation score 100 (no violations) Barry Food Pantry, 603 Decatur St., Barry Bob’s Red Fox, 202 Sixth St., Pleasant Hill Griggsville-Perry Middle School, 201 E. North St., Perry Harpole’s Heartland Lodge, 10336 393rd St., Nebo Pike County Food Pantry, 120 S. Madison St., Pittsfield Sanitation score 99 Bud’s Place, 840 Bridge St., Nebo n Ice scoop not stored properly (1 point, corrected on sight) Sanitation score 98 Jiffi Stop, 302 W. Quincy St., Griggsville n Bathroom door not closed (2 points) Sanitation score 97 Casey’s General Store, P.O. Box 531, Griggsville n Uncovered food in storage (2 points, repeat) n Routine cleaning needed (1 point)

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TONY SMITH

them as their new Commercial/Ag Lender Vice President in Pittsfield. In his new position he will be responsible for business development of the Pittsfield market with a focus on helping customers with their commercial and ag needs.

Smith grew up in a small town in southern Illinois and was raised on the family farm.

He served as a trustee for the Village of Hoyleton and as the treasurer for the Hoyleton Lions Club prior to relocating to the Pittsfield area.

He comes to First Nation-

al Bank of Barry with over 20 years of executive management and banking experience, specializing in lending.

He has been able to help many business owners and farmers with their financial goals.

Outside his position as Commercial/Ag Lender Vice President, Smith serves as a member of the Pittsfield Rotary Club and Pike County Economic Development Corporation. He resides in Pittsfield with his wife, Kelley, and their daughter, Ella.

Rachel Smith

Jiffi Stop, Highway 106, Barry n Bathroom door not closed, (2 points, repeat, corrected on sight) n Thermometers not observed in coolers (1 point, repeat) Jiffi Stop, Highway 96, Pleasant Hill n Thermometers not observed in coolers (1 point, repeat) n Food utensils improperly stored (1 point) n Non-food contact surfaces need cleaning (1 point) Western and High

Elementary School, 401

McDonough St., Barry n Scoop stored with handle in product (1 point) n Trays stored food contact surface up (1 point) n Single-service trays stored on floor (1 point)

Sanitation score 94 P H Fast Stop, P.O. Box 217, Pleasant Hill n Raw food stored above ready-to-eat foods (4 points, critical, corrected on sight) n Food handler wearing jewelry (1 point) n Non-food contact surfaces need cleaning (1 point)

Sanitation score 89 Barry Café, 755 Mortimer St., Barry n Food handler handling food without hand-washing (5 points, critical, corrected on sight) n Uncovered food in storage (2 points) n Scoop stored improperly (1 point) n Food handler not wearing hair restraint (1 point) n Non-food contact surfaces need cleaning (1 point) n Hole in floor (1 point)

Sanitation score 88 Atlas Café, 17619 U.S. Highway 54, Rockport n Sanitizer at incorrect concentration (4 points, critical, corrected on recheck) n Door open in back of kitchen (4 points, critical, corrected on sight) n Chest freezer broken (2 points) n Thermometers not observed in coolers (1 point, repeat) n Scoops stored with handle in product (1 point) n Non-food contact surfaces need cleaning (1 point)

Recheck only (no score) Barry Travel Plaza, 1 Cieten Plaza, Barry n Slushie machine recalibrated an is now frozen n Eggs have been moved to bottom shelf n Ice cream scoop has been cleaned and sanitized

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Wednesday, February 8, 2017, Pittsfield, Illinois

FIVE ARGUMENTS, EIGHT FRIENDS BLOCKED AND ELEVEN FRIENDS WHO BLOCKED ME!

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Our View CHAMP CLARK BRIDGE

Aiming for best possible structure Progress is being made on the mission to replace the Champ Clark Bridge connecting Pike County, Illinois with Pike County, Missouri. This is good news, indeed.

The most recent development is the selection of four qualified design/build teams who will be asked to further develop their proposals.

We all want a functional, affordable and aesthetically pleasing structure to link our communities for decades to come. Of course, we also want it as soon as possible…but above all, we want a safe and trustworthy bridge.

So, take as much time as is needed to produce the results we all need.

In the meantime, transportation officials must continually monitor the current aging structure to assure that motorists can feel some measure of safety when crossing the bridge.

And the sooner drivers have a modern, structurally sound bridge linking Illinois and Missouri, the better. We all look forward to this new bridge as an encouragement of increased traffic and commerce across the Mighty Mississippi.

This Week's

Poll Question Week of February 8, 2017

is being made on a Q: Progress replacement structure for the

Champ Clark Bridge.

1. I still feel safe crossing the current Champ Clark Bridge.

2. I do not think the current bridge is safe. I do not use it.

3. I am afraid that money problems will hamper the construction of a replacement bridge.

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Last week's poll results Pike is once again ranked as the number one deer hunting county in the state.

67%

A. Deer hunting is good for our economy.

33%

B. We have too many deer.

They are destructive and dangerous on the road.

0%

C. As a local resident, I have a difficult time finding available ground for deer hunting.

0%

D. We shouldn’t rely too much on deer hunting. The bubble can burst.

This poll is not scientific and reflects the opinion of those who chose to respond.

Guest Column: By Roger Campbell

Love and marriage C

upid’s arrows are flying through the mail again and I’m somewhat of an authority on the subject of the season.

I’ve been in love with the same woman since we were teenagers and we’re heading toward our sixty-fourth wedding anniversary. Add to that the many weddings at which I’ve officiated and you’ll see there’s a case for my claim.

One of the tenderest times in the sequence of events leading to marriage is the first appointment with the minister. Two young lovers enter the pastor’s study, hand in hand, with stars in their eyes, to talk about getting married. For this important occasion, I settled on a plan that I thought would help them throughout their life together.

First, I asked the prospective groom why he wanted to marry this woman. His answer was always essentially the same: because he loved her.

“Why do you love her?” I then asked.

An awkward period of silence often followed that question, during which I felt sorry for the bride-to-be whose future husband couldn’t think of anything to say.

One answered, “Well, it’s not because of her looks!”

I’ve often wondered why we didn’t lose that one.

Finally, after time to think about his answer, this man who was soon to pledge his love for life would come up with some reasons for doing so. Then I asked the same question of the intended bride, who often quickly volunteered several reasons for her love. Following this, I asked both of them to enlarge on their love lists and bring them to our next appointment.

At our second meeting, I carefully went over both lists and returned them, saying, “You are each marrying an imperfect person. You both have faults that will begin to show up after you’re married and that will be the time to review your lists

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ties in this scoundrel and before she left my office her attitude had changed. He wasn’t so bad after all.

Looking for the best in others is not a denial of their shortcomings. On the contrary, it simply recognizes their faults and then acts in love.

This is exactly how the Lord responds to our failures. In spite of our blunders and mistakes along the way, He loves us, meets us where we are and offers us forgiveness. That’s why grace is so amazing: it’s extended to the undeserving.

There are no perfect people and therefore no perfect marriages.

But there is hope: those who respond in faith to God’s love will discover the secret that makes love and marriage last. n Roger Campbell was an author, a broadcaster and columnist who was a pastor for 22 years. Contact us at rcministry@ameritech.net

Guest Column: By Jim Nowlan

We live in a dicey cyber world I

was at a desktop computer in a public library recently when the internet went down.

The distraught looks of my fellow library patrons stimulated me to wonder how they (and I) would react if a real digital disaster struck.

That same afternoon my New Yorker arrived, carrying a disturbing article about how so many Silicon Valley centi-millionaires and above are making plans for the apocalypse (“Survival of the Richest,” Evan Osnos, Jan. 30).

Osnos reports that as many as half of these entrepreneurs are preparing, for example, by having laser eye surgery (to anticipate loss of access to glasses and contacts). They are also buying luxury condos in underground bunkers in Kansas (I kid you not) as well as whole islands offshore and retreats in New Zealand.

What do these mostly young, very smart, tech-savvy, to say the least, people know that I don’t?

According to Osnos, some worry that their advances in artificial intelligence will result in even fewer jobs for those further down the economic food chain.

This might in turn cause the hoipolloi to bring out their pitchforks and someday storm the redoubts of the one-percenters.

They apparently see a fragil-

ity in our civic society that could cause it to collapse. It’s not that they think an unraveling of society is likely, but that “apocalypse insurance” is worth taking out, since they have the money to do so.

Americans have always been captivated by doomsday scenarios.

Older readers will remember the drills in grammar school where we learned to crouch under our desks to protect ourselves somehow from nuclear attack.

Today I worry less about conventional warfare than I do about the disruption of our nation’s electrical grid by computer hackers, something maybe less evocative than marauding mobs with pitchforks out of a Frankenstein movie, but more likely.

How would American society handle a total, lengthy blackout of electricity? And all that is dependent upon electricity, like digital communications and all the stuff of our daily life that requires juice from the grid? Not well, I’m thinking.

I think this is a real threat, though I am clueless when it comes to technology. There are, we all know, thousands of hackers out there, in bedrooms, or in terrorist cells, and in nations like Russia and China. They are probing for weaknesses continuously.

The Holy Grail for them is to disrupt and harm.

Russia recently brought down the Ukrainian power grid for six hours, and the U.S. and Israel, as I understand it, a few years ago used malware called Stuxnet to bring down Iran’s nuclear centrifuge processing machines.

I called around to federal and state agencies, and to electrical utilities sources. In large part, they bounced me around, as if nobody wanted to talk on the record about cyber-security and the grid.

Scott Aaronson is executive director for security for the Edison Electric Institute, the research and trade group in D.C. for our nation’s 300+ electric utility companies.

Aaronson said basically: Trust us. No problems. There has never been a cyber-attack that has affected electrical grid operations — but we must do a better job of protecting the grid!

Aaronson called the electric grid “one big North American machine (it includes Canada).”

That worries me. I do know that in our electrical-digital world, everything seems connected, as in the old Gospel tune about how the leg bone’s connected to the thigh bone, and so on.

So, could a successful attack in one part of our system cascade

rapidly throughout the whole? I don’t know, as I’m still awaiting unreturned phone calls.

I have heard knowledgeable folks say that it isn’t a matter of if but rather when there will be a successful cyber-attack on our grid.

I have a shirt-tail cousin John who is a coureur des bois, a re-enactor of the 18th Century French trapper world. He makes his own knives, shoots and field dresses his deer, scrapes the hides and makes supple leather from them, turning the leather into exquisite luggage.

When I sense the apocalypse coming, I will run out to John’s place in the country to tell him I’m signing up to be on his team.

He can survive anything, I’m sure.

Until then, I will, finally, take up the recommendation of the Illinois Emergency Management Agency and purchase a kit of supplies to weather a three-day electrical outage.

After all, it’s a dicey world out there. n Jim Nowlan is a former state legislator and former senior fellow at the Institute of Government and Public Affairs at the University of Illinois. He has worked for three Illinois govenors.

Guest Column: By Scott Reeder

Not right, just common W

hen I heard Friday that Gov. Bruce Rauner hired former Illinois Comptroller Leslie Munger for a $135,000-a-year job, I just groaned.

It’s not that I have anything

against Munger. She strikes me as a bright, talented individual, who showed herself to be more than capable dealing with the state’s finances during the most challenging fiscal time in its history.

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again.

What was I trying to do?

I was making an effort to teach these who were soon to be married how to build a lasting relationship by focusing on their strong points, the positive characteristics that had brought them together.

Ruining a marriage is easy.

All you have to do is accentuate the negative.

Those who build on faults shouldn’t be surprised when earthquakes come.

An unhappy woman thought there was no way to save her marriage. Sitting across the desk from me, she told the reasons for her pessimism and unfolded a bitter story about her husband’s faults. He was neglectful, unloving and unspiritual.

“Is there anything good about him?” I asked.

She hadn’t thought about that in a long time. After a few moments of silence, she started naming a few redeeming quali-

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Nonetheless, in a democracy, elections have consequences.

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The Coonridge Digest: Freida Marie Crump

Don’t let the destination distract you from your journey Greetings from the Ridge I can still smell the carpet. I’d plop myself down on the living room floor and gaze at the row of burgundy books, The American People’s Encyclopedia, drag one onto the floor in front of me and open up this book of wonders. I was looking for Hungary to do my 5th-grade social studies report, but what I found on the way to Hungary was more exciting than the country itself.

Haycock, hummock, Halifax, hawkeye, huffcap. . . words spilling out on the carpet in front of me as I only half-heartedly searched for subject of my report. And when Mom left the room I quickly flipped open the transparent overlays of “human anatomy,” the thrill of any young person’s evening. The encyclopedia was a wonderland of both knowledge and excitement and most of what was learned from it came from the search for something else. Anyone who’s spent any time in a public library knows that the things you stumble into while hunting for something else is often more rewarding than the subject of your search.

Last week I was visiting our neighbors and their daughter Mindy was working on a report on the Gateway Arch in St. Louis. The girl was sitting at her laptop, looking at a black tube on her desk and said, “Alexa, when was the St.

Louis Arch built?” The tube answered, “The Gateway Arch was finished in 1965.” I thought there were ghosts in the room. Then Mindy said, “Alexa, how tall is the Gateway Arch?”

The tube responded, “The Gateway Arch is 620 feet.” With a half dozen more inquiries Mindy had the facts for her report. In a few minutes Mindy had gleaned everything important about the St. Louis Arch, but she’d learned nothing on her journey.

The term is A.I., artificial intelligence, and the thingamajigs are marketed under various names. . . Siri, Google Now, Cortana. Everything from your toaster to your garbage disposal can now be linked to A.I. and the list goes far beyond the home with self-driving smart cars now prowling the streets of many cities with empty driver’s seats. The benefits of some of these devices can’t be argued and I refuse to be an old stickin-the-mud when it comes to helpful technology, but when we relegate the retrieval of information to a black tube or cell phone then I’m not sure we’re doing ourselves any favors.

Herb and I were returning from a trip to Jackson, Mississippi, and somehow got lost in the bowels of Memphis, Tennessee. This was before the age of GPS systems. As is our habit, Herb insisted that he knew which way to go and I knew the truth, but after we’d passed the same gas station for the third time I commanded that we pull over and consult a map. Herb was tired

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he benefits of some of these devices can’t be argued and I refuse to be an old stick-in-the-mud when it comes to helpful technology, but when we relegate the retrieval of information to a black tube or cell phone then I’m not sure we’re doing ourselves any favors.

enough that he agreed so we pulled into the parking lot of a motel. He maintained that he could decipher a map quicker than I could so I tossed the thing at him, and then as he was grumbling at the maze of Memphis streets I looked up and saw something quite remarkable. “Herb,” I said.

“Look at that sign.” He looked up. “Lorraine Motel. What’s the big deal?” I said, “Does that ring a bell?” He said, “It’s not even noon, Freida.

We don’t need no motel.” I grabbed the map from his hands and pointed out the windshield.

“Look, Herb! This is where Martin Luther King, Jr. was killed.” Sure enough, we were parked by the same cars that were in the lot on that fateful day in March of 1968. The result was a fascinating afternoon touring the Civil Rights museum and a detour on our homeward journey that was the highlight of the trip . . . all because we had no artificial intelligence to show us the way.

Serendipity made our trip richer. The journey was better than the destination.

When Mindy sat there downloading answers from her machine she took no journey. Artificial Intelligence is all destination with no sidetracks, no excursions, no exploration, no surprises, and no getting lost along the way. Not once in her evening of exploration would she accidentally meander into something that might have changed her life. I thought about telling her the story of a youngster who used to splay herself out on the living room floor with the American People’s Encyclopedia, but she’d have no doubt given me a condescending smile and sympathetic nod to my senility. She’d have assumed that my intelligence was artificial.

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

75 YEARS AGO: PIKE COUNTY MOVES CLOCKS FORWARD TO WAR TIME 150 Years Ago Feb. 7, 1867 For several weeks meetings have been held daily in some of the Pittsfield churches.

These are still going on, and much interest is manifested, although as yet we have heard of no conversions.

A scoundrel entered the house of widow Roberts in Pleasant Hill and took from a pocketbook in the pantaloons of her son, about $320, which he had received that day from sales of produce. The son was asleep in bed, the pants hanging on the foot of the bed.

C. M. Caldwell of Griggsville desires to purchase a white horse 15 to 16 hands high, fine, sound, not over eight years old. He also wants to buy the smallest mule in the county, three years old or over.

The Pike County Democrat reminds its readers that any paper in Pike county that publishes that it has a larger circulation lies under the most egregious mistake.

125 Years Ago Feb. 10, 1892 The oldest inhabitants of Perry never saw so great a variety of weather in one day as we had last Thursday when it rained, snowed, hailed, thawed and froze. The weather since has turned very mild, the snow is about all gone, and the roads are in a bad condition. The weather seems to be run on the same plan as the government—a sort of hit and miss policy.

Our Pleasant Hill brass band will reorganize with a large

membership and it is hoped the boys will be successful, as this is a campaign year.

Editor C. I. Swan of the Pike County Banner got his fingers tangled up in the cog wheels of his press, whereby one finger was broken and two others cut and mashed.

Another public building gone bad—the plastering and some of the lathing in the circuit clerk’s office fell, and the room will have to be replastered.

Everybody in Nebo is debating whether we are going to use the new election law (Australian ballot) in the spring township election or not.

100 Years Ago Feb. 7, 1917 The May time weather we have been enjoying came to sudden end last week, when the temperature turned 20 below and the wind blew 40 miles a minute. The long-forgotten cold weather apparel made its appearance on the street. It looks like we will have a backward spring.

The cold got into many cellars and there is a great outcry about frozen apples, canned fruit, potatoes and other stored stuffs. Potatoes, especially, are a big loss at present prices.

Out in the gas belt, west of Pittsfield, there was all sorts of trouble with freezing gas-pipes and a number of gas users had to resort to wood fires and coal oil lamps.

The Illinois river at Pearl is blocked with ice, and some think the ice will hold a team and load with safety.

Neither Sunday school nor church services were held at either of the Detroit churches Sunday owing to the cold and stormy weather. There were no services at either of the churches in Martinsburg Sunday because of the bad weather.

The Barry basketball team came to Hull to take back the bacon, but they went home with only the backbone. The game started off very rapid, and Hull ran up several goals.

The first half score stood 363. At then end of the game the score was 62-5 in favor of Hull.

The public school at Barry has an enrollment of 335, with 131 high school pupils and 81 tuition students.

75 Years Ago Feb. 11, 1942 Pike county and the nation went on war time, as we turned the clocks ahead an hour. Monday morning we got the kiddies up in the dark. We expanded the farmers’ vocabulary. The clocks do not go back to standard time until the war’s end.

State’s Attorney Merrill H. Johnston has enlisted in the United States Navy as an apprentice seaman, and was sworn into service last Wednesday in St. Louis. He has named his father, Edwin Johnston, as assistant state’s attorney to serve in his absence. The younger Johnston was elected state’s attorney in 1932, and is serving his third term.

Pittsfield township men of

the ages 20 to 44, inclusive, will register Monday in room 12, first floor of the West school building, according to an announcement by Supervisor Clark King. Five hundred Pike county men are now in the armed service, by draft and enlistment.

Charles A. Barber, general chairman of the Pike County Red Cross war relief fund, says that Pike county will “go over the top,” and exceed its $3,800 quota.

The Illini Community Hospital has admitted 64 patients in the two weeks since it opened.

The number of patients has already proved the need for a local hospital. Those who have been patients there speak highly of the attention and accommodations.

50 Years Ago Feb. 8, 1967 Cable television for Pittsfield moved a step nearer reality Tuesday night as the city council apparently resolved the long pending issue by voting unanimously to grant a 20 year franchise to Pittsfield Cable TV Inc. A disappointingly small audience saw a remarkably fine performance of “The Crucible” last week by students of Pittsfield high school.

According to Elbert D. Isaac, Pleasant Hill school superintendent, the school board is now considering the construction of cluster of seven self-contained grade school classrooms, each 64 ft. by 64 ft. to be located southwest of the high school building.

Ronald Reagan, California’s new governor, is either going to fall flat on his face or emerge as the shining light of Republican politicians.

Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Freesmeyer, Jr. of Hamburg have announced the engagement of their daughter, Linda Sue, to William E. Shotts, son of Rev. and Mrs. William Shotts of Nebo.

25 Years Ago Feb. 5, 1992 The 1,100 acre Pike County Conservation Area is among 11 state parks that will be closed by the end of March due to recent cuts in the Illinois Department of Conservation’s budget. One person will remain on staff for security purposes after it is closed.

Coach Tony Dunlap and his Higbee Braves won their third consecutive regional championship for Higbee Jr. High school. The players are Jonas Petty, Ryan Lowe, Rhett Phillips, Nathan Gerard, Jeff Baughman, Kurt McAllister, Kory McAllister, Doug Richards, David Parkins, Shane Summers, Cory Krusemark, Lucas Piper, Ryan Prentice, Jake Allen, Johnny Sidwell, Luke Conners and Matt Guthrie.

Pike County Soil and Water Conservation district Chairman Roger Akers presented John Fesler of Barry this year’s Outstanding Conservation Farmer Award. The annual meeting was held in the Barry School cafeteria. Gregg Carnes, chairman of the New Horizons lake study commit-

tee, received an award for his work on the Decade of Progress conservation show.

Championship winners in this year’s Pack 18 Pinewood Derby in Pittsfield were Jonathon Moyers, fourth; Timothy Blacketer, third; Brad Fox, second; and Zachary Boren, first.

10 Years Ago Feb. 7, 2007 After two years of meetings between at least 30 public health agencies and individuals, the Pike County Community Health Partnership (PCCHP) is now officially formed.

The group held a press conference Monday at the Pike County Farm Bureau to announce the news. A director or program coordinator will be hired to coordinate and oversee the PCCHP. Ellen Lowe and daughter Stefanie Rennecker and Rhonda Houchins and daughter Callie Houchins were in Chicago recently to attend a taping of the Oprah Show that will air on Valentine’s Day. Ryan Byers and Megan Guthrie were crowned the West Pike Homecoming King and Queen last Friday night at West Pike after the basketball game.

Mr. and Mrs. Gawain Brokaw will be celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary Feb. 16, 2007. Gawain and the former June Hillman were married Feb. 16, 1947 at the New Hartford Christian Church.

■ Pickings from Pike’s Past is compiled by Michael Boren.

Guest Column: By Dr. Glenn Mollette

Please knock politely

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was about four or five years old when I remember my mother locking the front door. She said something to my dad about people “out and about” on the road we lived on in the country. Our community was very safe but occasionally we heard about somebody wandering around that sounded creepy. She and dad determined it was time to lock the doors of our house.

Today, many Americans lock their doors even in the daytime. No one wants to be surprised by someone suddenly appearing in the house. If someone comes by our residence, they can call ahead and make an appointment or politely knock as re-

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specting, humane people do.

People who desire to enter America must come respectfully and legally. We don’t owe people from other countries entrance into America. People do not have a God-granted right to enter our country to be housed, educated and fed. I realize that the work of churches and non-profits is helping and healing the hurts of humanity but America is not a church. We used to be a Christian nation but about half of America no longer wants that label.

People from any country must come with passports, visas and fill out all the required documentation when entering our country. Be prepared to answer questions. It’s a different

world and we need to know as much about them as possible.

Almost every day or week brings more and more people to our country who want to immediately have everything that Americans have. That’s not possible. People from Syria and other war torn, ravaged lands cannot come here and expect to immediately have everything that Americans have worked thirty years or more to achieve. America is not responsible for granting to the rest of the world the American dream status as soon as they parade into our nation. Our forefathers came legally and worked hard to achieve the American dream. It took time.

Most of us are happy to welcome people from the world if they knock on our doors, identify who they are and fill out the required documentation. We don’t want people who hate, resent and want to hurt us. We have to be honest and know that a lot of the world hated America long before President Donald Trump. Securing our borders, asking questions of those who want to enter in order to be safer is the right thing to do.

Thousands have been flooding our country. It’s only smart to lock the doors. It’s tough on some people.

It will be much tougher if we make a mistake that leads to someone entering our country and inflicting car-

nage on our people. Obviously, we have people already living here who are capable of carrying out something horrendous. Someone can be born and raised here and still hurt people.

However, taking some precautions to try to head off any more potential problems is prudent.

May God give our President wisdom and may we as Americans please try to calm down and work together during these difficult times. Furthermore, never enter my house without me opening the door and inviting you.

after their time in the legislature was through.

Just consider: Former state Rep. Bob Flider became Quinn’s director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture. The job paid $133,273.

Former State Rep. Careen Gordon was first nominated for the state parole board, but after state Senators said they would not confirm her, the Quinn administration found a spot for her as a lawyer handling real-estate licensing. The job paid $84,000.

The late State Rep. Mike Smith snagged a job with the Education Labor Relations Board that paid $93,926.

In fact, of the 12 lame-duck legisla-

tors who voted for the tax increase being pushed by Quinn in 2011, at least six were later hired by him.

So, when I hear Democrats clucking their tongues over Rauner hiring Munger, I just roll my eyes. This has been standard operating procedure in Springfield for many years. It happened under Republicans and Democrats, alike.

That doesn’t make it right. It just makes it common.

Illinois governors like to follow the adage: Take care of those who take care of you.

And that’s why I find Rauner’s behavior disappointing. He presented himself to the voters as a business-

man, not a politician. He pledged to change how the state operates and to run it like a business. Both are admirable goals.

But instead we get the same old political shenanigans. State jobs shouldn’t serve as soft landing pads for defeated politicians. After all, our money deserves to be handled more wisely.

Governor Rauner, we expect more from you. n Scott Reeder is a veteran statehouse journalist. He works as a freelance reporter in the Springfield area and produces the podcast Suspect Convictions. He can be reached at ScottReeder1965@gmail.com.

n Glenn Mollette is a syndicated columnist and author of 11 books. He is based in Washington, D.C.

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But in the 18 years I’ve covered Illinois politics, I’ve seen governors blunt those consequences time and time again with our money. The characters change but the game stays the same.

Back in the bad old days, when Blagojevich was governor, an acerbic fellow from Peru, Illinois, named Pat Welch represented a broad swath of north-central Illinois in the state Senate. He sponsored some of Blagojevich’s most controversial budget measures. That didn’t sit too well with the voters back home and he was voted out of office.

Almost immediately after the election, I heard Democratic lawmakers

quietly say: Blagojevich had better “take care” of Pat. Eventually, Blagojevich hired him for a high-paying position in the Department of Revenue.

And by all accounts he did a fine job there.

And of course when Pat Quinn was governor, his administration became a safe haven for plenty of losers – particularly after the 2011 income tax hike.

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 that the voters took off the state payroll ended up drawing state paychecks not long

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Frank Zarello Services are pending for Frank Zarello, 68, of Pleasant Hill, at the Lummis Funeral Home in

Pleasant Hill. Mr. Zarello died Monday morning, Feb. 6, 2017, at his home.

Cory Slone Cory Eugene Slone, 33, of Barry, passed away Saturday, February 4, 2017 as a result of a car accident near Hull. No services are planned locally at this time. Cremation rites are being accorded and his ashes will be taken back to his

home in Florida. Memorials are suggested to the family in care of Niebur Funeral Chapel PO Box 36, Barry, IL 62312. Niebur Funeral Chapel is in charge of local arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.nieburfh.com.

Vernon Prater Vernon J. Prater, 79, of Pleasant Hill, IL passed away Sunday morning, Feb. 5, 2017, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2017, at 11 a.m. at the Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill conducted by Pastor Clint Weir. Burial will

follow at the Wells Cemetery near Pleasant Hill. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the services on Wednesday.

Memorials may be made to the family. Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill is handling the arrangements.

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Dean earns certification Quincy Medical Group is pleased to announce the successful completion of the American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM) Maintenance of Certification Examination by Dr. Amelia Dean.

Dean has served patients at the Quincy Medical Group Pittsfield location since 2000. She is also a member of the American Academy of Family Practice and American Medical Association.

Board certification confers a standard of excellence in knowledge and practice to physicians who not only certify via the examination process, but who also work diligently on the maintenance of these skills during the cycle

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DR. AMELIA DEAN between examinations.

She and her husband, Walker Filbert, live in Pittsfield. The couple have two sons, Rowley and Martin. She is the daughter of Dawson and Martha Lou Dean of rural Griggsville.

Rotary

welcomes three from PHS

Pittsfield Rotary Club welcomed three students from Pittsfield High School at its Feb. 1 meeting. Alison Moffitt, left, daughter of Curt and Missy Moffitt, plans to attend Lincoln Land Community College and then transfer to a four-year university. Caylin Dean, middle, daughter of Brenton and Melanie Dean, plans to attend McKendree University and study pre-occupational therapy. Madelyn Gwartney, right, plans to attend Truman State University and study pre-medicine, majoring in biology.

Craven and Powers earn certification and registration (CT) (ARRT)

Gary Walker

Gary Robert Walker, 56 of Griggsville passed away Thursday, February 2, 2017 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, February 7, 2017 at the Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield. Visitation was held from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. prior to the service at

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the funeral home. Interment was in the Oakwood Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to be made to the family. Condolences may be sent to the family at www. nieburfh.com. The Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield has been entrusted with the service.

Carlene J. Moore

Carlene J. Moore, who was born on June 28, 1937 in Pittsfield, Illinois, passed away on January 26, 2017 due to natural causes.

She was a resident of Chattanooga, Tennessee and was preceded in death by her daughter Holly and her son, Tim. She was married to John Vertrees until 1977.

She was a generous person

who loved animals and was a fervent supporter of liberal politics.

Her sons, Tracy Vertrees and Kelly Vertrees still reside near Dayton, Ohio.

Arrangements are by Hamilton Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 4506 Hixson Pike Hixson, Tennessee 37343 (423) 533975

Whitetail Unlimited banquet March 4

Whitetails Unlimeted is sponsoring the Pike County Chapter Banquet Saturday, fEb. 4 at the old JDL Building, Highway 54 North, Pittsfield. This special event will feature a prime rib dinner, auction and prizes with a wide array of products such as firearms, outfitter packages, hunting and outdoor related equipment, artwork and collectibles available only to WTU events. A WTU mission related grant from this event will go toward local youth and other conservation projects.

The social hour begins at 5 p.m. and dinner is at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $45 each and $25 for a spouse or child 15 and under. Ticket will not be sold at the door.

To order tickets locally, call Doug Pruett at 217-2421249 or the WTU National Headquarters at 800-245471. Tickets are also available on-line at wwww.whitetailsunlimited.com. Brian Hill at 217-617-2129, The Archery Shop and Central State Bank at 217-734-2356 also have tickets for purchase.

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Tina Veile, right, of Illini Fitness gave a program on Me, Only Better at the Pittsfield Rotary Club’s Feb. 1 meeting.

Veile was introduced by Rotarian Josh Filbert.

Rotary features Me, Only Better Tina Veile, introduced by Rotarian Josh Filbert, presented a program on Me, Only Better at the Pittsfield Rotary Club’s Feb. 1 meeting.

Veile is the supervisor at Illini Fitness and has been employed there for eight years. Me, Only Better is a free program as a result of a collaboration of several businesses and organizations in Pike County. Every three years, a Community Health Needs Assessment is completed. This last assessment noted that Pike County is listed as the 75th worst county out of 102 counties in Illinois in terms of healthy habits.

A grant to fund the project was awarded, and organizations and businesses came

together to discuss the format and offerings. The program had a kick-off event in January. Three other events are being planned for later in the year. The program offers educational information through its Facebook page.

The page will also include healthy events as they come up in the area. Nutrition, diet, and financial health will also be provided.

Tracking healthy lifestyle habits will be done by participants, where raffle tickets can be earned. Prizes such as an iPad Mini and exercise equipment will be awarded.

Participants can sign up at Illini Fitness or In Motion in Pittsfield or the Western Community Center YMCA in Barry. Currently, there are 65 participants.

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Stacey Craven and Veda Powers, CT technologists at Illini Community Hospital, have recently been certified and registered in Computed Tomography by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). In earning this credential, they add the initials “(CT)(ARRT)” after their name.

Stacey Craven is a Brown County native who graduated from Blessing Hospital School of Radiologic Technology.

She joined the Illini Community Hospital Radiology department in July of 1997. She is also certified and registered in Mammography by the ARRT. She is a member of The American Society of Radiologic Technologist.

Veda Powers is a Pike County native who graduated from St. Mary Hospital School of Radiologic Technology. She worked at Passavant Area Hospital for a number of years before joining the Illini Community Hospital Radiology department in January of 2002. She is also certified and registered in Mammography by

the ARRT. She is a member of The American Society of Radiologic Technologists.

ARRT’s credential assures patients that Registered Technologists who conduct medical imaging, interventional procedures, and radiation therapy have completed the prescribed educational preparation, passed the appropriate exam, and pledged to abide by stringent ethics requirements — all of which assist them in delivering safe and effective patient care. ARRT ensures their continuing education and ongoing ethics compliance by requiring annual renewal of certification and registration.

The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) promotes high standards of patient care by recognizing qualified individuals in medical imaging, interventional procedures, and radiation therapy. Headquartered in St. Paul, Minn., it tests, certifies, and annually registers more than 300,000 radiologic technologists across the

PCEDC Roundtable Feb. 16 updating Work Ready Program

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Alexa Shoemaker, a senior and the daughter of Roger and Carol Shoemaker of Griggsville, is the January Student of the Month at Griggsville-Perry High School. According to her nomination form she continuously goes above and beyond in multiple classes.

She gets work done efficiently and correctly and is a real group leader. Shoemaker is involved in many extracurricular activities, and is a member of Team Impact, NHS, and Adopt-a-GrandPal.

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Veda Powers, left and Stacey Craven, both CT technologists at Illini Community Hospital have recently received advanced training from their professional group.

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Quilt

raffle for transplant patient

Michelle Smith of Pittsfield recently received a lung transplant at Barnes Hospital in St. Louis. She and her aunt, Barb Reinhardt, have to stay in close proximity to the hospital for several month. Michelle Welbourne has made a quilt to be auctioned off Feb. 14 to raise funds to offset the expense of the stay. Contact Casteel Color Wheel or the Pike County Health Department to purchase a ticket. The quilt is on display at Illini Community Hospital in the coffee shop.

Western quiz bowl wins WCC South Western High School claimed the 2017 West Central Conference South championship in a recent tournament.

Western defeated Southeastern by a slim

10-point margin, 170160, in the second round of the round robin-style tournament after enjoying a bye in the first round.

The Wildcats contin-

ued its winning ways, defeating Unity 160-90, Liberty 120-100, and Payson 200-170 in the third, fourth, and fifth round, respectively.

Pike County Economic Development Corporation and the Workforce Innovation Board of Western Illinois are sponsoring the next Business/ Education Roundtable luncheon Thursday, Feb. 16,, at the Pike County Farm Bureau Auditorium in Pittsfield from noon to 2 p.m. with lunch being provided. These roundtables are held on a quarterly basis to provide open dialogue between schools and businesses in Pike County to create a more prepared work force.

The roundtable agenda will include locating volunteers needed for activities at Pike County Schools to assist with the Work Ready program; scheduling for second and third year Work Ready certificate activities and discussion of a Job Fair.

There will also be updates on the Pike Coun-

ty Work Ready Certificate Program, as well as an update on the Workforce Regional Planning.

The Workforce Innovation Board of Western Illinois (WIB) has established as one of its priorities – to facilitate a stronger connection among the WIB, the business community, economic development, and secondary education. Throughout the nine counties the WIB is partnering with the economic development entities to host a dialogue among business and education leaders to address the “future” workforce and other related workforce matters.

To plan accordingly for food and space, please RSVP by Tuesday, Feb.14, via email at bmiddendorf@2riversrcd. org or by phone at 217440-5101. We hope to see you there!

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BARRY n Pulled Pork supper Tuesday, Feb. 14, at the UHS Cafeteria from 5-7:15 p.m.

Proceeds benefit the UHS class of 2020. Let us do the cooking before you watch the basketball game between the Western Wildcats and Unity Mustangs. n Cupids Crush Valentines evening event on Feb. 14. Cocktails at 5:30 p.m.

Catered meal from 6-7 p.m. and comedian Jeremy Nunes at 7 p.m. Order your tickets (good for 2 adults) by going to www.eraofelegancevenue. com or call to reserve with Terri at 217-335-2247. n Bake sale and crafts at the First National Bank of Barry on Friday, Feb. 10 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Sponsored by the Barry United Methodist Women. n Barry American Legion will have their monthly stag supper & meeting at on Feb. 8, supper will be at 6:30 p.m. with meeting immediately after. Menu is unknown at this time. n The youth of the Barry UMC (FROG class) will have a fish fry, with the proceeds going to their Heifer Project, on Sunday, Feb. 19 at 11:30 a.m. at the Barry UMC, 720 Perry St. Donations will be accepted. For more information, call Janet Main at 217-335-2048. n The Barry Community Chorus will begin rehearsals for the Easter Cantata, "Come to the Cross and Remember", on Monday Feb. 13 at 7:30 p.m. in the Barry United Methodist Church. The performance date is Palm Sunday, April 9.

All interested singers are welcome. Contact Judy Steers for more information at 3352665.

NEBO n Spring Creek Fire Protection District Sausage and Pancake Supper on Feb. 25 from 4-8 p.m. at the Spring Creek Firehouse in Nebo. Cost is free will donation deliveries available call 734-9363 PERRY n John Wood Community College's Agriculture Alumni Association will host an Open House Monday evening, Feb. 20, at the JWCC Agricultural Education Center near Perry.

All area high school students, especially juniors and seniors interested in careers in agriculture, are invited.

Parents, high school agriculture teachers and counselors also are encouraged to attend.

The program will be held at the JWCC Agricultural Education Center on State Hwy 104, four miles west of the 104 and 107 junction near Perry. Tours of the JWCC Agricultural Education Center and the adjacent University of Illinois Crop Sciences and Beef Research farms will be available beginning at 4:30 p.m. Registration is from 6-6:15 p.m. followed by a meal. Advance registration is requested by calling 217.641.4558 or by email at ag@jwcc.edu.

PITTSFIELD n Whitetails Unlimited is sponsoring the Pike County Chapter Banquet on Saturday, March 4 at the Old JDL Building, highway 54 north. A WTU mission- related grant from this event will go toward local youth and other conservative projects.

The social hour begins at 5 p.m. with dinner at 6:30 p.m.

Tickets will not be sold at the door. To order tickets locally, call Doug Pruett at 217242-1249 or WTU National Headquarters at 800-2745471, or go online to www. whitetailsunlimited.com. You may also call Brian Hill at 217-617-2129, The Archery shop at 217-285-1610, or Central State Bank at 217734-2356. n Knights of Columbus and Altar society spaghetti supper on Saturday, Feb. 18 from 4-08 p.m. at St. Mary’s Parish Hall. For more info call 217-285-4321. n Pike County Emergency Management is hosting a Severe Weather Spotter and Safety Class at the Crossroads Center Wednesday, Feb. 22 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Drinks and refreshments will be provided. n There will be a life line screening at the Pike County Senior Citizens Center 220 W. Adams Pittsfield on March 8.

Pre Registration is required.

So call 1-888-653-6450 for your Cardiovascular Health Screening. n There will be a fish fry at the pike County Senior Center Feb. 9. Choice of Catfish or Buffalo, two sides, dessert, and drink. Carry out's available. Everyone welcome. n You’ve heard that probiotic foods are good for you...

Maybe you’ve thought about making your own... Come learn the simple basics!

Fearless Fermentation (make & take workshop) Saturday, Feb. 18 from 12:302 p.m. at Free Press Coffee in Pittsfield. RSVP to Karla De Vries 630-672-8793. n Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced that all offices and facilities open Monday-Friday will be closed Monday, Feb. 13, while facilities open Tuesday-Saturday will be closed Saturday, Feb. 11, in observance of Abraham Lincoln’s birthday. All Driver Services facilities will be open for business Tuesday, Feb. 14. Individuals can visit the Secretary of State’s website, www.cyberdriveillinois. com, to locate the nearest Driver Services facility and the hours of operation. In addition, drivers can change an address, register to become an organ and tissue donor or renew license plate stickers online. n The Pike County Health Department is offering an 8 hour Illinois Food Service Sanitation Manager’s Certification Course at Findley Place Apartments.

The course will consist of two class sessions with the first class being held Monday, Feb. 27 and the second Monday,

March 6. Classes will run from 1-5 p.m. Completion of the class and successfully passing the class exam will satisfy the State requirements to become certified as an FSSMC. An online Food Service Sanitation Manager’s course is also offered by Pike County Health Department.

Please contact the Pike County Health Department, 217.285.4407 ext 116, or chayden@pikecoilhealth. org for registration forms.

Registration forms may also be downloaded from the website at HYPERLINK "http://www.pikecoilhealth. org"www.pikecoilhealth.org. n The Abbie A. Hatch Chautauqua Circle will meet Tuesday, Feb. 14, at 9:30 a.m. at The Courtyard Café. Please note the change of time. This will be a Dutch Treat Brunch.

Ann Williamson will report on the book, Euphoria. Roll call will be, "What historical novel have you read?" n There will be a meeting of the Pike County 4-H Livestock Sale Committee Thursday, Feb. 9 at Old Boys Pizza at 6 p.m. n University of Illinois Extension is partnering with John Wood Community College to present a six-session farm management course called "Annie's Project",for farm women starting Feb. 28.

This program will meet every Tuesday and Thursday afternoon for three weeks from 1-4 p.m. The final session will be held on Thursday, March 16. Sessions will be held in the John Wood Community College Center.

Please register online at http:// web.extension.illinois.edu/ abhps/ by Feb. 22 or contact Cheryl Westfall at the Pike County Extension Office at 217-285-5543 or cwestfal@ illinois.edu n The Pike County Historical Society will present a program

by Elizabeth (Schimmel) Miller on quilts and quilting Thursday evening, Feb. 16 at the Cardinal Inn in West Pittsfield. Mrs. Miller will have several quilts on display, and will talk about the history and techniques of quilting.

All are invited to dine with us at the buffet from 5:306:30, or come for the program which begins at 6:30 p.m. n Big Valentine’s Day Dance coming up on Feb. 13 from 6-8 p.m. at Liberty Village. It is open to the community. They will have DJ Boss coming in to play DJ Music and host karaoke, and will also be crowning the King and Queen of Liberty Village of Pittsfield. n The Alzheimer’s Association, Central Illinois Chapter’s educational program Managing Shortterm Hospitalization of Your Loved One with Dementia will take place on Thursday, Feb. 16 from 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. at the Findley Place Apartments Community Room.

Registration is required to reserve meal. To register for this program, call 217-2281111 by Tues., Jan. 14.

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in and around the Pike County Area n John Wood Community College and the Pike County Economic Development Corporation are hosting a lunch and learn program focused on how to prevent a cyber attack on businesses and organizations. The class will be held Thursday, Feb. 9, from 11:30 a.m.1:30 p.m. at the JWCC Pittsfield Education Center at 1308 W. Washington.

The class is free to the public with a complimentary lunch provided by Cass Communications. For more information and to register, contact Brenda Middendorf at 217-440-5101 or email bmiddendorf@2riversrcd. org.

N. Memorial, Pittsfield.

(Breezeway entrance). For more information, call Betty at 217- 285-6191.

n Spring library hours are just around the corner at the Pittsfield Youth Library!

Tuesday classes beginning Feb. 14 and Thursday classes beginning Feb. 16. Each class meets once a week for 8 weeks, ending April 4 and 6. Both classes are from 10-11 a.m. at the Pittsfield Youth Library. Please use the side door off Adams Street.

Library Hour is for children ages 3 (potty-trained) through 5 years. For more information or to sign-up your child, please call the Pittsfield Youth Library at 217-285-5232 to reserve your spot as space is limited.

n Expect Extraordinary Community Gatherings are held every 4th Tuesday from 6-7 p.m. in the Findley Place Community Room, 400 W. Jefferson, Pittsfield.

What if people with developmental disabilities lived, learned, worked, played and worshiped in all the regular places of our community?

Join us to make it possible!

People with developmental disabilities, their families and friends, caring neighbors, and all members of the community are invited.

n Caregiver Lunch N' Learn on Thursday, Feb. 16, 11:30-12:30 a.m. at the Findley Place Apartments Community Room.

Registration required: Please call 217-228-1111 by Feb. 13. Presenter: Susan Johnson, MS, Alzheimer's Association. n There will not be Country Music or Blue Grass Music for the month of January or February at the Pike County Senior Citizen center. They will resume in March. n 4-H Cake Decorating SPIN Club meets one Saturday a month through April. If you are between 8 and 18, (If you turned 8 before Sept. 1) and would like to know more, please e-mail dwelbour@illinois.edu or call 217-285-5543 and ask for Dorothy. n The East Pike Fire Protection District Ladies Auxiliary is asking for support for the new firehouse.

This project is self funded and being voluntarily built.

The funds used to build this firehouse come from only tax dollars, generous donations and fundraisers supported by the community. Be a permanent part of the construction, by preserving your name, that of a loved one or Business with the purchase of a personalized brick paver to be placed in the sidewalk or around the flag pole of the new firehouse. To order a personalized brick paver contact Deb Moore at (217) 723-4228 or Mary Eustace at (217) 829-4016 or any Auxiliary member.

ONGOING n 12 Step Al-Anon Family Support Group for alcohol and narcotic addiction every Monday at 8 p.m. at the First Christian Church 225

n Exercise classes available at the Pittsfield Senior Center every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:15-6:15 p.m.

Strenuous enough to help, but easy enough for anyone to do. For additional information call 217-285-4524. n Liberty Village Hawthorne Inn will be hosting Senior Bingo the third Wednesday of every month from 1:303:30 p.m. Snacks and prizes will be provided. Come join the fun at 610 Lowry St., Pittsfield.

n Bright Star Methodist Cooperative Parish (Oxville, Florence, Detroit, Griggsville, Perry, New Salem and Baylis Methodist Churches) county wide Bible Study every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. at Griggsille United Methodist Church and every Tuesday evening at Perry United Methodist Church at 6:30 p.m. This is absolutely free and everyone in Pike County are welcome to attend. If you have questions, feel free to contact Pastor Dave at 217833-2575 or 217-833-2457. n The Bible studies for 2016 will be held every Tuesday evening at 6:30 p.m. at Perry UMC and every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. at Griggsville UMC. n To learn more about the Catholic Church, Rev. Mark Schulte will be leading discussions covering the 10 Commandments, the Apostles Creed, The Sacraments, Prayer, Church History and Tradition every Monday evening at St. Mary's Parish Hall at 7 p.m. Members of all Faiths and Denominations are welcome to attend. n Free meals served every third Saturday of each month at the Pittsfield United Methodist Church from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Carry-outs are available. n A non-denominational, Bible class meets for one hour on Tuesdays, 2:30 p.m., at the Findley Place Apartments, 400 W. Jefferson street. Dr. Calvin Warpula is leading a study of the book of Romans.

Everyone is invited. n Liberty Village of Pittsfield Hawthorn Inn will be hosting Senior Bingo Day the third Wednesday of every month from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Snacks and prizes will be provided.

n Set Free is a non-traditional recovery program for adults (ages 18+), based on doing life together. Join us for Set Free every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at Pittsfield Assembly of God. There is free childcare, from birth-6th grade. It's time to finally be Set Free. Learn more: Set Free Recovery Group on Facebook.com. n The Pittsfield Masonic Lodge meets the second Monday of every month at the Masonic Lodge, 210 W. Fayette, Pittsfield. n Meals Plus for Seniors serves lunch at noon, Mon. through Fri. at Findley Place at 400 W. Jefferson St., Pittsfield, Il. 62363. Over 60, meals are based on donations. Under 60, the cost of the meal is $6. Call Connie by 8:50 a.m. on the day you would like to make reservations at 217-285-6150. Milk and bread offered with every meal.

OUT-OF-COUNTY n Bluffs American Legion Chicken and Fish Dinner on Wednesday, Feb. 8 from 5-7 p.m. Menu also includes mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, corn, slaw, dessert and drink. Carry out available. n To find out more about tornadoes, University of Illinois Extension is conducting an All About Tornadoes seminar Feb. 21, from 6-8 p.m. at the Morgan County Extension office, 104 North Westgate.

Extension Educator Duane Friend will discuss current research on tornado development, types of tornadoes, their potential for damage, tornado preparedness, and provide some interesting tornado facts.Those interested can register on line at http:// web.extension.illinois. edu/ccgms or by call 2437424. Registration deadline is Feb. 20. n Feb. 9 at 7 p.m. - The LLBKA monthly meeting is open to everyone interested in learning more about beekeeping - from setting up your first hive to bottling honey. Discussions and demonstrations every month.

Visitors are always welcome and questions are encouraged! - Sangamon County Farm Bureau Building, 2631 Beechler Court, Springfield, 217-638-0871, http://www. lincolnlandbeekeepers.com/ n John Wood Community College’s Heath Center Art Gallery will feature the photography of Gregg Boyer from Jan. 23-Feb. 24. The gallery is located in the lower level of the Paul Heath Fine Arts and Community Education Center on the Quincy campus at 48th and Harrison. A reception and gallery talk will be held Thursday, Jan. 26, from 6:30-8 p.m. The public is welcome to attend, and free refreshments will be served. The public is invited to view the artwork during regular college hours (8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday.)

Some pieces are for sale. For more information about the Heath Center Art Gallery contact Addie Seabarkrob at aseabarkrob@jwcc.edu.

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Arbor Day Foundation offers free trees

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Petty

wins

Gretchen Petty was the winner of the Bud Light deck cooler at County Market. Petty, of rural Pittsfield, was announced the winner Monday, Feb. 6.

HIRING EVENT • Walk-Ins Welcome • Jacksonville Manufacturing Positions Available • NEW PAY RATE - $10.50/hour • Also Assemblers needed for 1 st and 2 n d shift • $9-$9.50.hour

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Saturday, Feb. 25

at the Pittsfield American Legion Doors open at 5:30 p.m. • Dinner at 7 p.m.

BIG PRIZES • GREAT RAFFLES GAMES & GUNS Wayne Baughman ....................217-285-2948 Dean Corgiat ............................217-491-0936 Bill Ferguson .............................217-285-4027 Clay Lister.................................217-257-4108 Rex Syrcle.................................217-257-0639 Austin Priest ..............................217-779-3825 Mario Vitale .............................217-971-3337 Keith Walker .............................217-653-0207

Joining the Arbor Day Foundation is an ideal way to get in the mood for spring planting. Anyone who joins the Foundation in February 2017 will receive 10 free Colorado blue spruce trees or 10 free redbud trees to plant when the weather turns warm.

The free trees are part of the nonprofit Foundation’s Trees for America campaign.

“These trees will help beautify your home for many years to come,” said Matt Harris, chief executive of the Arbor Day Foundation. “The trees will also add to the proud heritage of your state’s existing Tree City USA communities.”

The Tree City USA program has supported community forestry throughout the country for the past 40 years.

The trees will be shipped postpaid at the right time for planting, between March 1 and May 31, with enclosed planting instructions. The 6- to 12-inch trees are guaranteed to grow, or they will be replaced free of charge.

Members also receive a subscription to the Foundation’s colorful bimonthly publication, Arbor Day, and The Tree Book, which contains information about planting and care.

To become a member of the Foundation and receive the free trees, send a $10 contribution to TEN FREE COLORADO BLUE SPRUCE TREES or TEN FREE EASTERN REDBUD TREES, Arbor Day Foundation, 100 Arbor Avenue, Nebraska City, NE 68410, by February 28, 2017, or visit arborday.org/february.

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To encourage Pike County High School seniors to dream big, Whitetail Properties Real Estate is proud to offer the We Grow Dreams Scholarship for seniors pursuing a career in agriculture, conservation, real estate or wildlife biology.

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“As a land company, it’s important to use to help educate the next generation of farmers, realtors and land managers,” said Dan Perez, Whitetail Properties CEO. “We’re also proud to be headquartered in Pittsfield and we want to invest in our local area whenever possible.”

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The scholarship will be a one-time award of $1,000 and will be disbursed prior to the start of 2nd semester once proof of 1st semester GPA from college and 2nd semester class schedule have been provided to the scholarship committee. This scholarship is to be used towards one or a combination of the following: Room & Board/Supplies/Tuition The applicant’s GPA must be 3.0 or higher to apply. Application due date is March 1st.

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Pike County Republican Central Committee Keynote speaker for the evening will be

H 2017 H LINCOLN DAY FUNDRAISER

CONGRESSMAN DARIN LAHOOD Come support our elected officials: State Senator Sam McCann State Representative C.D. Davidsmeyer Local Candidates

Thursday, Feb. 23, 2017

at Crossroads Center - 125 W. Jefferson St. - Pittsfield Doors Open at 5:30 p.m. • Dinner at 6 p.m.

$25 per person - $100 for event sponsors (includes acknowledgment & dinner for two) Please make reservations by Feb. 17 to: John R. Birch, Chairman 29449 State Hwy. 107, Griggsville, IL 62340 or call (217) 833-2880 Please make checks payable to: Pike County Republican Central Committee “Sponsored by the Pike County Republican Central Committee” A copy of our report field with the State Board of Elections is (or will be) available for purchase from the State Board of Elections, Springfield, Illinois

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Rachel Baker, right, accepts a check from Interact member Caylin Dean on behalf of the Two Rivers Outreach Center food pantry. The $277 donated to the food pantry was raised by Interact through the 2016 blood drive.

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Rotary Interact at Pittsfield High School donated money to two local charitable organizations Jan. 31. Chris Bruns, front row, right, accepts a check from Interact member Caylin Dean on behalf of Pike County Unmet Needs. Other Interact members present were, second row from left, Madison Zumwalt, Rileigh Kerchowski, Amber Miller, Isabella Curless, Alexa Wise, Lauren Bauer, third row, from left, Kelly Rhodes, Kristen Sibley, Carmen Long, Michelle Taylor, Allison Plattner, Alayna Scranton, Eli Ten Eyck, Noah Gay, third row, from left, Austin Ator, Joel Cook, Elaina Ten Eyck, Adelyn Cox, Lauren Hawley, Maggie Marable, and J. D. Gresham. The $273 donated to Unmet Needs was raised by Interact through the 2015 blood drive.

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Pike County resident snags unusual deer

By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press Mike Mohrman, who lives between Barry and Pittsfield, but also hunts in the Perry area, had been in pursuit of “Crooked Horn” since 2014. Mohrman had been watching the approximate three and one-half year old buck with a deformed rack on camera and personally. The animal was sighted in the Perry Township area.

Crooked Horn was not an easy harvest.

“That fall, I filmed him four nights in a row but was never offered a shot with my bow,” Mohrman said. “My brother from Indiana shot at the deer with his bow later that fall but only glanced the deer. It appeared as though the buck had been arrowed prior to his encounter.”

January 2015 camera footage by Mohrman revealed a healthy Crooked Horn.

“I only saw Crooked Horn one evening in the fall of 2015,” Mohrman said. “At that time his right side was deformed and never took on the characteristics of a normal typical antler.”

Mohrman’s next encounter was more than a year later, Oct. 8, 2016.

“He was very cautious and never provided a good shot,” Mohrman said. “But I knew this buck frequented the area the first and second weeks of November. After making a 100 yard move with my stand location, I was fortunate to have had the buck appear with a doe. The only shot I had was while he was walking at 50 yards.

I was confident in making the shot since I routinely practice out to 80 yards. My first shot dropped him in his

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tracks. He struggled to his feet but bedded back down at 60 yards. My follow-up shot at 60 yards found his heart. He went another 80 yds where he expired.”

For reference, the left side has a typical six points scoring 81 1/8’. The inside spread is estimated at 19 1/2".

“Unfortunately, I have no way of scoring the unusual right side,” Mohrman said.

“He is currently at Long Beard Taxidermy.”

“I know it looks like his antler is just broken,” Mohrman said. “But it is hard tissue. You can tell by the base of the skull it is deformed.”

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Crooked Horn was probably three-four years old when he was first spotted

by Mike Mohrman, a local hunter. Morhman harvested the unusual deer during the 2016-17 season.

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At first glance it appears the right side of the antler has been knocked off, but a closer look shows the antler growing back and downwards. Mike Mohrman, who shot the deer near Perry, says he had watched the deer the past two years.

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617 S. Memorial Pittsfield $129,900

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Mike Mohrman shows off the base of the skull of Crooked Horn. He said it it obvious the skull of the deer was deformed and no act or injury resulted in the unusual antler formation.

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1217 Sunset Dr. Pittsfield $134,000

211 W. Perry St. Pittsfield $135,000

248 Tucker St. Milton $159,000

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15463 383rd St. Pleasant Hill $219,000

2 Quail Ridge Dr. Pittsfield $265,000

10 Douglas Dr. Pittsfield $324,000

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NEW LISTING - Barry - 1192 Rodgers St. - Great 4-5BR family home with lofted 2 car garage and beautiful woodwork! $100’s.

Barry - 516 Lawrence St. - Nice 3BR 1BA home in great location with nice 1 car detached garage. Home has many updates and needs very little TLC to move into. $60’s.

Barry - 1211 Rodgers St. - 4BR 3BA home with 21 ft. pool with deck and 30’ x 40’ shed sitting on 1 acre +/-. Very motivated Seller – will not refuse any reasonable offers!!!$200’s.

Bluffs - 107 N. Rodgers St. - Spacious 4BR home with 2 car detached garage. Priced to sell!! $50’s.

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PRICE REDUCED - Pittsfield - 180 Washington Ct. - Nice 2BR home with 1 car detached garage on quiet street. Would make a great rental or starter home. $50’s.

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Pittsfield - 510 W. Adams - Great building lot to build your dream home on!

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Pleasant Hill - Deer Ridge Estates - Large building lot with City sewer and water available.

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PRICE REDUCED - Pleasant Hill - 16777 340th St. - 3BR 1BA home with large outbuildings on 22.6 acres +/- in a quiet country location. $200’s.

SALE PENDING - Pleasant Hill - 102 5th St. - Nice 3BR 1BA ranch home with 1 car attached garage on corner lot.

SALE PENDING - Hamburg - Nice modern brick 3BR home.

SALE PENDING - PRICE REDUCED - Perry - 36282 400th Lane - 3BR brick country ranch home 2 miles West of Perry with many updates sitting on 1.89 acres. Motivated Seller! $70’s.

SALE PENDING - Pittsfield - 711 S. Memorial - One owner 3BR 2.5BA ranch home in nice South location. Move-in ready!! $90’s.

SALE PENDING - Pittsfield - 3BR 3BA manufactured home in nice country setting.

SALE PENDING - Griggsville - 107 N. Union - Great storage or building site on a nice lot behind Jiffi Stop with privacy fence and 2 car garage with concrete floor and city water.

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Safety net dental clinic embarks on year four

By JUSTIN A. COBB Pike Press The Pike County Health Department’s safety net dental clinic is almost three months into its fourth year of operation and continues to provide increasingly better care to more and more patients.

“Right now we have more than 3,500 patients,” Jan Bleich, the health department’s clinical services director, said by phone Feb. 1. “About 60 percent of those are children.

Forty percent are adults.”

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, Delta Dental president and CEO Bernie Glossy said in a January guest column submission where he noted an “alarmingly high” rate of dental problems in low-income and rural children.

The clinic opened in December 2013 with the primary goal of serving lowincome children in Pike County but has since expanded its reach to include children in 84 unique ZIP codes across more than 14 Illinois counties, according to Bleich, noting adult appointments are currently limited to Pike County residents to ensure all the children can be seen.

“We provide excellent oral health, no doubt, but mostly (the reason) they’re coming from such a distance is that it is very difficult in the state

of Illinois to find a dentist who will accept the Illinois Medicaid card as payment,” Bleich said.

Current Medicaid reimbursement rates for dental care fail to cover the actual cost of service, according to Bleich, who said the overhead to run a dental clinic can be quite high.

“Pittsfield Rotary Club recently wrote for grant funding through the district and received funds for literacy,” Bleich said. “They partner with the dental clinic and now are buying really wonderful health and wellness books for children 12 and under.”

Through the partnership,

“We provide excellent oral health, no doubt, but mostly (the reason) they’re coming from such a distance is that it is very difficult in the state of Illinois to find a dentist who will accept the Illinois Medicaid card as payment.”

Jan Bleich, RN Clinical services director, Pike County Health Department Accordingly, the clinic, which was founded through a grant from the Illinois Children’s Healthcare Foundation, depends on grant funding to continue providing services, according to Bleich.

Current funding includes money from the Health and Wellness Foundation of Pike County for staff training and the Community Foundation Serving West Central Illinois and Northeast Missouri and Dot Foods to purchase dental equipment, according to Bleich.

children visiting the clinic receive a free book teaching healthy habits, according to Bleich, who said the innovative project has received a lot of attention, including by a graduate student looking to study the project.

Most of the patients seen at the dental clinic are on Medicaid, but Medicaid is not a prerequisite for eligibility to be treated there, according to Bleich.

“Income eligibility is usually the first thing we look at. Either they’re on Medicaid,

or if they’re not on Medicaid, we offer a sliding fee (schedule) based on federal poverty guidelines,” Bleich said. “If we find those families, we try very hard to help them access Medicaid since it’s better for them, too.”

Those with dental insurance are usually referred to other local dental practices, since the clinic is not set up to bill private insurance, according to Bleich.

Open four days a week, Monday through Thursday, with appointments starting 7:30 a.m. and the last appointment of the day around 4:30 p.m., the clinic’s 25 to 35 daily patients are seen by a team of dentists, dental assistants, and a dental hygienist, according to Bleich.

“Dr. Matthew Liesen is a full-time dentist. He works full-time for us,” Bleich said.

“Last fall, we added Dr. Kaydi Grote for two days a week as a new graduate, mentoring under Dr. Matthew Liesen.”

In addition, Matthew Liesen’s father, Dr. Stephen Liesen, who has a private practice in Barry, is the clinic’s voluntary dental director and mentors the two younger dentists, as well as dealing with more difficult cases, according to Bleich.

“It really has been a winwin for everyone, and we continue to add to our caseload,” Bleich said.

Understanding, preventing and managing osteoarthritis

The most common chronic condition of the joints in both the United States and Canada, osteoarthritis affects roughly 30 million people in just those two countries alone.

While osteoarthritis, or OA, can affect people of all ages, it's most common in men and women over the age of 65. Understanding osteoarthritis and how to prevent and manage the disease can help men and women over the age of 50 reduce their risk and live more comfortably even if they develop OA. What is osteoarthritis?

According to the Arthritis Foundation, healthy joints are covered by cartilage, a flexible connective tissue that covers the end of each bone.

Cartilage facilitates motion of the joints and serves as a cushion between the bones.

When a person has OA, cartilage breaks down, causing swelling and pain and affecting the mobility of the joint.

Over time, OA can worsen and cause bones to break down and develop bone spurs, which form when

bones meet each other in the joints. OA can even advance to a point where cartilage wears away and bone rubs against bone, creating even more pain while damaging the joints even further.

What causes osteoarthritis?

Once considered a byproduct of the wear and tear the human body naturally endures over a lifetime, OA is now viewed as a disease, notes the AF. The following are some potential causes of OA. n Genes: The AF notes that certain genetic traits can increase a person's likelihood of developing OA. Collagen is a protein that makes up cartilage, and, while rare, a genetic defect that affects the body's production of cartilage can lead to OA occurring in people as young as 20 years old. Researchers have also noted that the gene FAAH is more commonly found in people with OA of the knee than in people who don't have the disease.

FAAH has been previously linked with pain sensitivity. n Weight: Being over-

weight increases a person's risk for a host of ailments and diseases, and OA can be counted among them. Extra weight puts additional pressure on hips and joints, and over time those extra pounds can cause cartilage to break down more quickly than it would if the body was not carrying extra weight. n Injury: Men and women who have suffered injuries to their joints may be at greater risk of developing OA than those with no such injury history. n Overuse: Overuse of joints, tendons and ligaments can accelerate the breakdown of cartilage and increase a person's risk of developing OA. Cartilage also can break down more quickly in the bodies of athletes and people whose careers require them to stand for extended periods of time, bend over frequently and/or lift heavy items. n Preexisting conditions: Conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, hemochromatosis and acromegaly may also contribute to the development of OA among people diagnosed with such disor-

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Prevention and management of OA Men and women who maintain healthy weights and exercise regularly and appropriately may be able to prevent the onset of OA. Appropriate exercises include strength training that focuses on building muscles around the joints, even if those joints are already affected by OA. Strong muscles around the joints can reduce the pain associated with OA, while range-of-motion exercises can improve flexibility of the joints and reduce stiffness.

Aerobic exercise also helps men and women maintain healthy weights while facilitating weight loss for those who are already overweight.

Those already diagnosed with OA should speak with their physicians before beginning an exercise regimen, and such conversations can also include discussions about the various medications that can be used to reduce symptoms of OA. More information about OA is available at www. arthritis.org.

White Pushes to expand organ/tissue donor registry 16- and 17-year-olds could become donors

Secretary of State Jesse Wlhite initiated legislation that would allow 16- and 17-year-olds to register for the state’s first person consent organ/tissue donor registry when they receive

their driver’s license or identification card.

The legislation was introduced by state Sen. Mattie Hunter (D-Chicago) and state Rep. Deb Conroy.

What is a silent stroke?

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The brain is a complex organ responsible for controlling many different bodily functions. When working at optimal capacity, the brain is a wonder to behold. When illness or trauma affects the brain, various parts of the body may not work as they should.

One of the more devastating things that can affect the brain is stroke. Stroke describes a sudden stoppage of blood from reaching the brain. Harvard Medical School states that if a large number of brain cells are starved of blood supply, they can die. With their demise, a person's memory and ability to speak and move can be compromised.

While many strokes come on suddenly, certain factors may indicate a person is at risk. Such factors may include prior heart attacks, genetics, high blood pressure, smoking, or a prior stroke. However, in a particular type of stroke - a "silent stroke" - symptoms are far more subtle and difficult to spot.

Silent cerebral infarction, often referred to as "SCI" or "silent stroke," is a brain injury likely caused by a blood clot interrupting blood flow to the brain, offers the American Stroke Association. Silent strokes increase risk for other strokes and can be a sign of progressive brain damage. A silent stroke is typically only noticed as a side component of an MRI of the brain. Many times patients do not recall having a stroke and never felt any symptoms. Silent strokes should not be mistaken for mini-strokes. Mini-stroke is a brief but discrete and memorable event, with symptoms appearing for a few minutes or a few hours.

According to a study on silent stroke titled "Functional and Cognitive Consequences of Silent Stroke Discovered Using Brain Magnetic Resonance Imaging in an Elderly Population" and published in the Journal of American Geriatrics Society, silent strokes are quite

common and can have serious consequences. Researchers have found that silent stroke is associated with impairments in tests of cognitive function rather than movement-oriented performance tests like rising from a chair. Almost 50 percent of studied silent strokes affected frontal circuit components of the brain, such as the frontal cortex, basal ganglia and thalamus. Lesions in these brain structures compromised executive functions and were related to vascular dementia.

Another study showed associations between silent stroke and visual field deficits, weakness in walking on heels, history of memory loss, migraines, and lower scores in cognitive function tests.

The "silent" part of a silent stroke also refers to the areas of the brain that the stroke affects.

Experts at Harvard Medical School explain that, during a silent stroke, an interruption in blood flow destroys areas of cells in a part of the brain that is "silent," meaning that it doesn't control any vital functions. Researchers say that, over time, the damage from silent strokes can accumulate, leading to more and more problems with memory. Collectively, silent strokes become silent no longer.

There are certain ways to reduce the risk of any type of stroke. These include: n managing high blood pressure and high cholesterol levels n quitting smoking n reducing the risk of diabetes and effectively treat the condition if it is present n losing weight to prevent obesity n exercising and avoid a sedentary lifestyle n taking a low-dose aspirin or a drug that prevents blood clots.

Silent strokes largely go unrecognized but can lead to significant brain injury. Getting the facts can help men and women reduce their risk for silent stroke.

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Rockport

She watches Super Bowl with family I had a good time watching the Super Bowl at my daughter’s Judy Damon’s house.

Cathy and Lydell Baughman were there, along with Doug and Missy Damon, Braden, Janessa and Layla Damon.

Last Thursday, all four of my daughters, Judy, Cathy, Sandy and Joyce and I went to Quincy shopping. I always

enjoy our ladies day outs.

My sympathies go to the families in Pleasant Hill who have lost loved ones, Vernon Prater and Frank Zarello. I have know the Praters all my life and Frank was such a nice guy.

Monday, I attended a funeral at Paris, Mo. for a church friend, Erein

By FRANCES PENCE 217-242-3511 Bergman.

Thats all for this week.

God Bless and have a good one.

Griggsville

Mini-Cheerleaders at the Nic Feb. 17

The Abbie A. Hatch Chautauqua Circle will meet Tuesday, February 14 at 9:30 a.m. at The Courtyard Café in Pittsfield. Please note the change of time. This will be a Dutch Treat Brunch.

Ann Williamson will report on the book, Euphoria. Roll call will be, “What historical novel have you read?”

You will get a double bonus when you attend the basketball game on Friday,

February 17 at Nichol Gym! Not only will you get to watch the GP Tornadoes, you will also be entertained by the mini cheerleaders!

They will perform between the JV and Varsity games and are sure to make you smile!

Congratulations to this week’s Eagles In Action winner, Gavyn Kirgan!

Our sympathy is extended to the family and friends

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PCHS to present program on quilts The Pike County Historical Society will present a program by Elizabeth (Schimmel) Miller on quilts and quilting Thursday evening, Feb. 16 at the Cardinal Inn in West Pittsfield.

Miller will have several

quilts on display and will talk about the history and techniques of quilting. All are invited to dine with the group at the buffet from 5:30-6:30 p.m., or come for the program which begins at 6:30 p.m.

Birthday Bunch

By NADINE KESSINGER 217-407-4502 kessy@casscomm.com

Cards of Thanks

THANK YOU Thank you to all the wonderful ladies that brought delicious desserts to our Firehouse for the FFA Pole shed fundraiser on Saturday. We greatly appreciated all you do to support us.

Thank you.

East Pike Fire Department

THANK YOU I would like to thank my family, Mark, Sherry, Dane, Cindy, Rachel, Josh, Michael and Richard for my Birthday party. Thank you to everyone who came brought food, gifts and flowers. So much love was shown and I will cherish it all.

May God Bless each and every one of you.

Beth Johnson

of Gary Robert “Bobbers” Walker who passed away last Thursday at Blessing Hospital in Quincy.

Fun Fact: Bloodhounds can follow a scent that is four days old.

Check out our Briday Registry at casteelcolorwheel.com

WEDDING REGISTRY Megan Goodman and Lucas Stoller June 10

Pleasant Hill

Mackenzie James and Ethan Borrowman June 24

Steak with the Legion this Sunday Pleasant Hill American Legion is having its Valentine dinner of rib eye steak this coming Sunday Feb. 12, 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. unless they run out of steak.

Mary Clendenny of Godfrey, who many from this area know, has been under the weather. Mary, who is 83 years old, was still working several days a week making biscuits at a local restaurant. She has had some health developments which hospitalized her, and she has to take it easy for a while. We

want to send her some good thoughts and prayers.

The community is saddened by the death of Vernon Prater; he was a friend to all who meet him. Sympathy goes out to his family.

My aunt, Doris Long, from Mexico, Mo. had to have by-pass surgery Friday for her widow maker. She came through the surgery with flying colors and even called me two days later. She sounded amazing for what she had been through. She will be recuperating in a nurs-

By DEBBIE MILLER 217-734-2845 ing home. I will try to post an address next week.

There is going to be a hunter safety course in Nebo, at the Doghouse, Feb. 23 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Feb. 25 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

For more information or to register please contact Dean Spann at 217-491-2436 or 217-734-2867.

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and other area news Low impact exercises at Findley Place New Salem and Other Area News by Wyvetta Davis 217-285-4880 “If you feel far away from God, guess who moved!” from the Lookout magazine If you see any information that needs to be changed on the Birthdays and Anniversaries, please give me a call.

Birthdays and anniversaries for this week: Feb.8 -- Mary McDonald, Doug Kirk, Jack and Dianna Ruble; Feb.9 -- Shirley Braden; Feb.10 -- Heidi Myers, Mark Lahmann, Mitchel Francis, Pastor Gary and Pam Dice; Feb.11 -- Brandon Carle, Kyle Leahr; Feb.12 -- Jim Wintjen; Feb.13 -- Ruby Garner; Feb.14 -- Eugenia Manard, Krista Manard, Sarah Manard, James and Mary Davis Prayer request list: Brother Joe Gammon, Christine Henthorn, Connie McFall, Dianna Ruble, Ed Thomas, Frances Larson, Ginger and George Whitlock, Jerry Gully, Josh Bennett, Kaitlyn Fletcher, Leroy Leonard, Mark Welch, Mike Peters, Mary Crane,

Ona Ogle, Pastor Gary Dice, Radar Grim, Roger Robbins, Roger Bonnett, Roger Woods, Sue Yackley, Steve Manker, Teresa Manker, Ted Waddell, Tom Barger, Valerie Cooper, and our United States of America.

Blessed is every one that feareth the Lord; that walketh in his ways. For thou shalt eat the labour of thine hands: happy shalt thou be, and it shall be well with thee. Psalm 128:1,2 Trivia answers from last week: 1. Who were the 2 men of the children of Israel and their families and all their possessions that were swallowed up in the earth when Moses was leading them to the promised land? (Dathan and Abiram) 2. What are the last names of the living U.S. Presidents? (Bush, Bush, Carter, Ford, Clinton) 3. How fast does light travel? (186,282 miles per second) 4. Which U.S. President and wife have been married the longest and for how many years? (George H. and Barbara Bush for 72 years)

By WYVETTA DAVIS 217-285-4880

Addie Cunningham and Aaron Rodhouse July 8 Need to add to your bridal collection?

China, Fiesta, Noritake, stemware, or silverware.

We have rock bottom prices.

Raylan Brody Garrett turned one on January 19. He celebrated with a Mickey Mouse party. He is the son of Scott Garrett and Julie Fleming of New Salem. He has four older sisters; Tya, Kenzie, Belle and Brooke. He has one older brother, Brantley. His

grandparents are; Mike and Margaret Fleming from Griggsville; Bonna and Tony Gratton from Barry; Terry and Mary Garrett from Missouri. Raylan also has a great-grandma Patsy Garrett and another greatgrandma Freda Akers, both from Barry.

Stop by & check out our baby clothes and accessories. Know someone having a baby?

Have them sign-up for our baby registry!

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5. Moses spent how many years in the palace, how many years in the desert, and how many years in the wilderness? (40, 40, 40) Don’t forget to be collecting those General Mills Box Tops to benefit participating schools.

Each Tuesday and Thursday at the Findley Place in Pittsfield from 10:30-11 a.m an exercise class is provided free to anyone who attends. It is a low impact class which helps improve balance, strength, and mobility. You are never too old or too young to improve your health or to attend these classes.

East Pike Lending Library in Detroit will be open this Saturday from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

There was an excellent crowd at the 70th Wedding Anniversary celebration for Mardell and Ed Hammitt.

God bless each of you, and have a great week.

We Have Cards For All Occassions!

Raylan turns one

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KAMS LAWNCARE Service. Fully insured. Wanting yards to mow for the 2017 year. Family has been in business for over 20 years.

Call for an estimate: 217440-3238. 3.1.17 SELLBEST, 101 W. Quincy St., Griggsville. 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.

Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

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300 Farm Market SQUARE HAY balesmixed grass. $3.50 Bale.

217-370-0324. TFN ROUND BALES. Green grass hay, no rain, shedded, delivery available.

217-491-0697. 2.15.17 JD 200 CLC trachoe. Low years, 3870, wide tracks 31in. Long stick, two buckets. Overall field ready. In very good shape. Jim Cadle Perry, IL. Call 573-3789348. 2.8.17

400D FOR RENT Pike County NEWLY REMODELED house for rent. Rural Spring Creek Township. 2 bedroom/ 1 bath. $1,200 Deposit, $400/month rent.

217-491-0384. 3.1.17 THREE BEDROOM, two bath home for rent. $700 a month, $700 security deposit required. Call 217285-4502. TFN

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500 FOR SALE SELLING COUNTRY home to downsize, just outside of Pittsfield, on Highway 54. 2.9 acres $20,000 below appraisal. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2125 sq. ft., new windows, roof, and wiring.

68x40 detached garage. $195,000. Call 217-6533700 or 217-285-6520. 2.22.17 2002 INT'L Tandem Grain Truck. International 4900.

22' aluminum Kann bed.

Int'l DT 530 engine with 214,000 miles. Great truck.

Asking $36,000. 217-4731343 call or text. TFN 1990 PRESTIGE double wide mobile home, 22x40.

3 BR, 2 BA. Call 217-3702629. TFN

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CLASSIFICATIONS • 100 Automotive * • 200 Business* • 220 Collectibles* • 300 Farm Market* • 400 For Rent* A: Calhoun County B: Greene County C: Jersey County D: Pike County E: Scott County F: Miscellaneous • 500 For Sale* • 600 Help Wanted* • 610 Hobby Shop/Handicrafts*

600 HELP WANTED

DRIVERS: NEW Orientation Completion Bonus! $4,000.00 Flatbed!! $3,000.00 Dedicated, Regional, OTR & Point to Point Lanes! (New hires guaranteed minimum $$$ week)! 1yr CDL-A: 855350-5571. 3.1.17 DRIVERS-CO & O\Op’s.

Earn Great Money Running Dedicated! Great Benefits.

Home Weekly. Monthly Bonuses. Drive Newer Equipment! 855-582-2265. 2.8.17 DRIVERS-GET HOME More! High Paying, Choice Loads! Top Benefits, Home Weekends! CDL-A, OTR exp req. Sabrina: 855-4180227. 2.8.17 HELP WANTED: Hiring Experienced Welders Only.

600 Must have previous weldHELP WANTED ing experience Apply at Hofmeister Welding INC WANTED: CAREGIVER 402 N Wall St. Griggsville, for Grandfather in the IL. No phone calls. 2.15.17 Hardin area. Duties include light housekeeping, cook615 ing, etc. Must have references.

Serious inquires HUNTING please call Pam for an interview at 618-578-8618. LAND FOR lease 315 2.8.17 acres with house. Northern PERSONAL ASSISTANT Calhoun County. Will lease needed in Pittsfield, IL. In- for entire hunting season. dividual needing help has Call 314-258-4824. 3.29.17 had multiple sclerosis and PIKE COUNTY deer. Aris wheelchair bound. She chery/Shotgun. About 230 has assistive equipment- acres timber/CRP. Need knowledge of mechanical QDMA. Hunt club insured. lift a plus, but not required. No outfitters. $10,000 firm.

This position is for week- 217-336-2191. 3.1.17 ends and occasional prn, LOOKING FOR land to but could develop into full lease for hunting. Please 500 time. Applicant must pos- call 217-652-7233. 3.15.17 FOR SALE sess a valid driver's license and have a reliable form LOOKING FOR ground BED QUEEN pillowtop of transportation. Needs in Northern Calhoun or Pike to lease mattress set. New in the to love cats and be a non- Southern plastic. $175. Can deliver. smoker. Must have earned short term or long term. No 618-772-2710. 4.12.17 a HS diploma or G.E.D. to size too big! 618-550-9406.

1979 BOBCAT skid steer be considered. If interested 3.15.17 751. Diesel, low hours on you may call 217-285-6382 SIX NEWSPAPERS, over new motor, 5' bucket, roll between the hours of 1-7 20,000 readers every week. cage, tires and paint good, p.m., but please no calls The People's Marketplace Classifieds!

1 set of SCV's 2814 hours. after 9 p.m. 3.22.17 Serial number 514713407 $9,900.00 Price Reduced.

217-734-2604. 2.22.17 STUDIO – PITTSFIELD $275 plus $275 deposit.

Trash, Sewer & Water Included – No Pets! Please Call Lee Ann or Denise @ 618-259-1030 between 9 & 3. 2.8.17 2 BEDROOM – 1 Bathroom House Pittsfield $430 plus $430 deposit. Small pets allowed with $150 nonrefundable deposit. Please Call Lee Ann or Denise @ 618-259-1030 between 9 & 3. 2.8.17 STUDIO – GRIGGSVILLE $250 plus $250 deposit.

Trash, Sewer & Water Included – No Pets! Please Call Lee Ann or Denise @ 618-259-1030 between 9 & 3. 2.8.17 2 – 1 BEDROOM/1 Bathroom Apartments Griggsville. $275 plus $275 deposit. Trash, Sewer & Water Included – No Pets!

Please Call Lee Ann or Denise @ 618-259-1030 between 9 & 3. 2.8.17 2 BEDROOM home for rent. No smoking, no pets, security deposit required.

217-285-4502. TFN 2 BEDROOM apartment for rent. No smoking. No pets.

Security deposit required.

217-285-4502. TFN ONE BEDROOM apartment for rent. No pets, no smoking, security deposit required. Call 217-2854502. TFN

• 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

B: Greene County C: Jersey County D: Pike County E: Scott County • 1200 Services* • 1300 Wanted* • 1310 Web Sites* • 1400 Work Wanted • 1500 Yard Sales A: Calhoun County B: Greene County C: Jersey County D: Pike County E: Scott County

900A 600 NO TRESPASSING HELP WANTED Calhoun County

1100E REAL ESTATE Scott County

NO HUNTING or Trespassing allowed on 315 acres property in Batchtown Illinois owned by Jim and Carol Squires. All violators will be prosecuted. 8.30.17 NO TRESPASSING no hunting on property owned

by Martha Knight (also known as Marty Aderton), Lincoln Valley Road, Hardin. 12.6.17 NO TRESPASSING or hunting allowed on the land in Batchtown owned by Steve and Cindy Meszaros.

Violators will be prosecuted. 5.24.17 NO TRESPASSING or hunting allowed on the land in Batchtown owned

by Marcy Klockenkemper, Judy Lamer, Jeremy Russell, Bonnie Stepanek, and Cindy Meszaros. Violators will be prosecuted. 5.24.17

TWO ADJOINING buildings located near a busy intersection in Winchester, Illinois. Ideal for new business and storage.

The north building is 2170 square feet with: Two offices (16 ft x 13 ft and 10.5 ft x 13.5 ft) A bath and storage room (9.5 ft x 8.5 ft) Gas forced-air furnace, Central air, 200 amp breaker box, Double doors in back for easy loading and unloading. The south building is approximately 1175 square feet; it is great for a new business or for use as a storage room. Two buildings for one price! The vacant lot to the north could possibly be purchased, making a great addition to the property. Darrell Moore darrellm@worrell-landservices.com (217) 473-5486 Worrell Land Services, LLC 2240 West Morton Jacksonville, IL 62650. Office: (217) 245-1618 Fax: (217) 245-5318 info@worrelllandservices.com TFN

900C NO TRESPASSING Pike County NO HUNTING or trespassing on the Linda Bennett farm, rural Griggsville. Violators will be prosecuted.

11.2.17

MY LAND lo­cat­ed in Sec­ tion 18 SW of Pearl is pri­ vate prop­er­ty. Hunt­ing, fish­ing, trap­ping, tres­ pass­ ing, for any pur­ pose, with­out the writ­ten, signed per­mis­sion of the own­er, is strict­ly for­bid­den. Vio­la­tors will be pros­e­cut­ed. Ti­mothy Brink­man. 5.20.17 ABSOLUTELY NO trespassing on any ground owned by Double Creek Farms, Inc. 10.18.17 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!

1200 SERVICES NORTH SCOTT Park District in Bluffs, IL is accepting bids for mowing and weed eating for the park and ball diamond on a weekly basis. Applicants must provide proof of insurance. For requirements and a description of work to be completed please send letter of interest to North Scott Park District, PO Box 112, Bluffs, IL 62621 or emailed to northscottparkboard@gmail.com. by March 1, 2017. Bids must be received by March 13, 2017.

North Scott Park Board reserves the right to refuse any bids. 2.22.17

1200 SERVICES MOWING SEASON is just around the corner. If you are looking for someone to mow your yard, give us a call at 1-217-320-8390. TFN NEED YARD work done?

Cutting Edge Lawn Care serving Pike County & northern Calhoun County. Big or Small mowing/ weed-eating jobs. Call Lacy Brown or Ethan Brown at 217-248-8158. 4.26.17 FORESTRY MULCHING. Boom spraying. Call Long Forestry.

618-639-TREE. www.longforestry.com. 6.28.17

1300 WANTED ARROWHEADS WANTED: Local avocational archaeologist is looking to purchase either one arrowhead or an entire collection. Love Indian artifacts! Please call 314-608-2692. 2.15.17 STANDING TIMBER R. McKinnon Logging buying.

Walnut, White Oak, etc. No yard trees. Not affiliated with Pleasant Hill McKinnons. 217-242-5401. 8.18.17 NO TRESPASSING ads are $60 for one year! Call to place yours today. In Calhoun: 618-576-2345; Greene: 217-942-9100; Jersey: 618-498-1234; Pike: 217-285-2345 and Scott: 217-742-3313. Keep unwanted people off your property! Great way to keep people off your land! FIND THE job you've been looking for in The People's Marketplace Classifieds. Calhoun News-Herald, Greene Prairie Press, Jersey County Journal, Pike Press, Scott County Times, The Weekly Messenger. Look online every week, too! calhounnewsheraldcom, greeneprairiepress. com, jerseycountyjournal. com or pikepress.com

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FARMLAND AUCTION

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10 • 11 A.M. AUCTION LOCATION: Crossroads Center, 125 W. Jefferson St., Pittsfield, IL

305.42 ACRES M/L • 7 TRACTS PROPERTY LOCATION: From the west edge of Pittsfield on US Hwy. 54, take 365th St. south 1 mile, Tracts 2-6 lie in Sections 32 & 33 of Pittsfield Twp.; Tract 1 lies 2.5 miles west from Pittsfield along US Hwy. 54 at 227th Ave. in Sections 31 & 32 of Pittsfield Twp.

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Attorney: Tom Henderson, 115 W. Washington St., Pittsfield, IL 217-285-9676

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Two adjoining buildings located near a busy intersection in Winchester, Illinois.

Ideal for new business and storage. The north building is 2170 square feet with: • Two offices (16 ft x 13 ft and 10.5 ft x 13.5 ft) • A bath and storage room (9.5 ft x 8.5 ft) • Gas forced-air furnace • Central air • 200 amp breaker box • Double doors in back for easy loading and unloading.

Public Consignment Auction OF Farm Machinery~Antique Equipment~Lawn & Garden~Vehicles~Misc. Equipment

Date: Saturday, February 18, 2017 at 9:30 am

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The south building is approximately 1175 square feet; it is great for a new business or for use as a storage room. Two buildings for one price! The vacant lot to the north could possibly be purchased, making a great addition to the property.

Worrell Land Services, LLC Darrell Moore darrellm@worrell-landservices.com 2240 West Morton Jacksonville, IL 62650 Office: (217) 245-1618 (217) 473-5486 Fax: (217) 245-5318 info@worrell-landservices.com

Location: 1 1/2 Miles South of Greenfield, Illinois, Joyce Angus Farms Watch For Sale Markers See Advanced Sale Bills At www.joyceauctions.com TRACTORS: JD 4430 Cab/Air Quad; IHC 3788 2 Plus 2 lnt; INH 504/Loader; JD 4020 LP; JD 720 LP; JD 750 Utility; JD 4020/148 Loader; 1950 8-N FordILoader; COMBINES: LAWN & GARDEN: Several Riding Mowers; Tillers; TRUCKS &. TRAlLERS: Grand Prix GT; Several Car Trailers; Donahue Trailers; Ball Hitch Livestock; 1983 Hopper Grain Wilson 38'; New Tandem Dump; 32' Elite Gooseneck; 2006 Dodge 4 Wheel Dr Pick-up; 20' Gooseneck w/ Ramps; 1973 Chevy Truck 15' Alum Bed; 2007 Int. Road Tractor; 1995 Ford Floater Truck; EQUlPMENT: A-L Grain Cart; Little Rhino Blade; 2200 Kinze Planter (econ fold); Wood Drill; 3 BTM Plow; Hesston Square Baler; Several Grain Augers; JD 970 30' Mulcher; NH 795 Spreader; JD Harrow; One BTM Plow; 1990 Seed Tender/ Scales I All Hydraulic; INT 800 12 Row Planter; INT 3950 31'Disk; Kinze 2300 1630 Planter; Kinze 611 Planter; JD Planters; JD 512 9 Shank Ripper; MW 7 Shank Ripper; JD 7 Shank Ripper: Landall24' Field Cult; JD 1000 24' Field Cult; JD 960 40' Field Cult I 5 Bar Harrow; JD Hxl5 Shredder; Wood 15' Shredder; Bush Hog Shredder; Several 5-6&7' Shredders; 10-12' Disk; Brillion 20' Folding Mulcher; 6 & 8 Row Cultivators; Best Way Field Sprayer (pull type/250 gal); Spray Coupe Sprayer; Vermeer Round Baler; Field Wagon; Hay Head for Chopper; 20.0 Silage Wagons; EZ Trail 500 Gravity Wagon; Kewanee Mulcher; 1995 Tyler Patriot; Case IHC 3900 30' Disk; 512 9 Shank Folding V Ripper; JD 7200 6 Row N Planter; JD 7200 8 Row N Planter; White 12 Row N Planter; MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT: New Gates; Used Gates; Hog Panels; Cattle Panels; Water Tanks; Fuel Tanks; Concrete Forms; Combine Tires; 2 - 48-31-20 Floater Tires; Steel Posts; Hedge Posts; Fencing; Hay Straw; Shop Tools; Poly Water Tank; JD 825 Gator; THIS SALE BILL WAS MADE 30 DAYS PRIOR TO SALE, SEVERAL MORE CONSIGNMENTS COMING.

For More Information Call Auctioneers: Jerry Joyce LN.# 440.000186 (217) 368-2300 (217) 248-4073 Mark Pennell L.N. # 440.000552 (217) 243-1455 Larry Derricks LN.# 440.000206 (217) 243-4095 (217) 370-7007

I.D. NEEDED TO OBTAIN NUMBER - NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS. ALL STATEMENTS MADE DAY OF SALE TAKE PRECEDENCE OVER PRINTED MATTER.

“"ONLINE ONLY" ENDS: FEB. 15 (CLOSING STARTS @ 5 PM)

**OPEN HOUSE SUN. FEB. 5 12-2 PM** THIS IS TRACT 2: 68.10 ACRES CALHOUN COUNTY, IL KAMPSVILLE,IL LOCATED RIGHT ALONG STATE HWY. 96 (WEST OF KAMPSVILLE) WATCH FOR CORY CRAIG AUCTION SIGNS

(CATALOGUE & PHOTOS @ www.corycraig.com) *ABUNDANT WILDLIFE-HUNTERS PARADISE* * CRP ACRES- FARM # 3460 6 ACRES @ $164.07/ACRE (2010-2020) 11.10 ACRES @ $129.70/ACRE (2009-2019) * TILLABLE ACRES- APPROX. 15 ACRES TILLABLE * RECREATIONAL-TIMBER/ 35 +/- ACRES * HOME- 900 SQ. FT. (2) BR. (1) BATH, LARGE CEDAR LINED HUNTING ROOM, APPLIANCES STAY WITH HOME, 12 X 28 COVERED CONCRETE PATIO *SHED- 28 X 30 POLE SHED * TREE STAND-CONDOMINIUM/ 6 X 6, INSULATED, WINDOWS, COMES WITH STEPS RE TAXES: (3 PARCELS) $1,537.50 PIN: 07-05-02-400-002-A $ 159.36 PIN: 07-05-02-400-002 $ 199.30 PIN: 07-05-02-400-003

WOLK FAMILY, SELLER STE. GENEVIEVE, MO.

NO-RESERVE FARM MACHINERY RETIREMENT Auction to be held at the farm, near Roodhouse, IL (approximately 20 miles south of Jacksonville, IL)

Directions: In Roodhouse, IL at the intersection at Hwy. 67 & Palm St. go east 2 1/2 miles on Palm St. / CR-2 to the farm. Be watching for sale day directional signs.

WED., FEBRUARY 22ND @ 10:00 A.M. TRACTORS: ’07 C-IH 305 Magnum MFWD tractor, PS trans., 4 hyd. outlets, high flow hyd. system, 1000 PTO, 480/80R50 rear tires w/duals, 380/80R38 front tires w/duals, Guidance ready, deluxe cab, front fenders, front & rear weights, heavy duty drawbar, 3,718 hours, SN Z7RZ03910; ’10 JD 9330 4WD tractor, PS trans., 4 hyd. outlets, 620/70R42 tires w/duals, AutoTrac ready, HID lights, deluxe cab, rear wheel weights, 1,720 hours, SN 1RW9330PKAP018512; ’89 JD 4955 MFWD tractor, PS trans., 3 hyd. outlets, 1000 PTO, 18.4R42 rear tires w/duals, 16.9R28 front tires, front and rear weights, new style step, 6,897 hours, SN RW4955P001851.

COMBINE & HEADS: ’08 JD 9770STS 4wd combine, ContourMaster feederhouse w/high torque variable speed drive, 3 spd. trans., chopper, Bullet Rotor, 22.5’ high rate unloading auger, bin extension, HD final drives, sidehill cleaning shoe pkg., 76×50-32 drive tires, 28L-26 steer tires, premier cab, 2,425 eng./ 1,581 sep. hours, SN H09770S727948; ’09 JD 608C 8 row 30” corn head, fluted rolls, height sensors, single point hookup, hyd. deck plates, SN H0608CX730997; ’04 JD 625F 25’ HydraFlex platform, full finger auger, hyd. fore/aft, single point hookup, stubble lights, SN H00625F710649; 25’ head cart, 7.50-10 tires, SN D19980110; EZ Trail 672 20’ head cart, 20.5×8.0-10 tires; 8 row down corn reel.

TRUCK & TRAILER: ’88 Kenworth day cab semi, Cummins N14, Fuller trans., air ride, 22.5” steel wheels, 190” wheelbase, 707,713 miles, VIN 2XKWD29X8JM502886; 20′ flatbed trailer, bumper hitch, tandem axle, ramps, wood floor.

FARM EQUIPMENT: ’98 JD 6500 self propelled sprayer, 60’ booms, 30” nozzle spacing, 420 gal. poly tank, 12.4-38 tires, 11L-15 front tire, foamer, drops, JD flow control for monitor, 2,715 hrs., SN N06500X010176; Kinze 3600 16/31 planter, ground drive, finger pickup, 1.6 bushel boxes, no till coulters, seed firmers, heavy duty down pressure springs, markers, corn & bean units, KPM II monitor, SN 618977; ’10 J&M 1000-20 GrainStorm grain cart, hyd. spout, roll tarp, lights, 900/60R32 tires, large 1000 PTO, SN 2892; C-IH 330 True-Tandem 33’ vertical tillage tool, single point depth control, gauge wheels, rolling basket, SN JFH0042658; DMI ecolo-tiger 730B 7-shank disc ripper, hyd. fold, rear leveler w/ hyd. fold, hyd. adjust gangs, SN JFH0015557; DMI TigerMate II 38’ field cultivator, walking tandems on main frame & wings, gauge wheels, 5-bar spike tooth harrow, SN 920055; Brandt GrainBelt 15”x 45’ conveyor auger, Kohler self contained motor, SN 92896-10; Rhino SR15 15’ batwing mower, (6) laminated tires, 1000 PTO, front & rear chains, SN 10557; JD 709 7’ 3-pt. rotary mower, 540 PTO; Arps 8’ 3-pt. blade, 1 cylinder; JD F687 Z-Trak front deck lawn mower, 7-Iron 54” deck, SN TCF687X020106; JD GS2 2600 display; JD original GreenStar display; JD StarFire 3000 receiver; JD StarFire ITC receiver.

AUCTIONEERS NOTE: Duane is retiring from farming and has rented his land. This will be a quick auction lasting less than two hours — don’t be late! Live internet bidding will be available on major items – visit our website for details. Lunch will be available. Not responsible for accidents, errors, or omissions. Everything sells As-Is. Announcements sale day take precedence.

DUANE BELL OWNER

AUCTION MANAGER:

MATT SULLIVAN (309) 221-7001

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND PHOTOS AVAILABLE ONLINE @:

WWW.SULLIVANAUCTIONEERS.COM Sullivan Auctioneers, LLC • Toll Free (844) 847-2161 | Lic. #444000107

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Wednesday, February 8, 2017

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Reach over 20,000 readers every week The People's Marketplace Classifieds IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT GREENE COUNTY - CARROLLTON ILLINOIS Wells Fargo Bank, NA Plaintiff, vs. 2016CH 11 Geri Ann Poncia; Richard Leo Poncia, AKA Richard L. Poncia Defendants.

Advertise your ad in all six newspapers here! Call Nikki at

RR 3 Box 214, Carrollton, IL 62016 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on September 22, 2016, the Greene County Sheriff’s Office will on March 8, 2017, at the hour of 1:00PM at the Greene County Sheriff’s Office, Greene County Courthouse, 519 N. Main Street, Carrollton, IL 62016, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate:

217-285-2345

Commonly known as RR 3 Box 214, Carrollton, IL 62016

or Jack at

Parcel Number(s): 02-83-23-8-1 The real estate is improved with a Single Family Residence.

to advertise!

WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT INDIVIDUALLY BUT AS TRUSTEE FOR HILLDALE TRUST Plaintiff, -v.- 16 CH 22 BELINDA Y BOREN, GREG S BOREN, CAPITAL ONE BANK, USA NA 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 December 12, 2016, the Sheriff of Jersey County will at 8:30 AM on March 14, 2017, 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 17754 OTTERVILLE RD, Grafton, IL 62037

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).

Property Index No. 0612300100 The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment $104,093.31.

amount

was

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, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY - JERSEYVILLE, ILLINOIS Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. PLAINTIFF Vs. 16 CH 00018 Adam Blankenship; et. al.

DEFENDANTS NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 11/30/2016, the Sheriff of Jersey County, Illinois will on 3/22/17 at the hour of 8:15AM at Jersey County Courthouse, 201 West Pearl Jerseyville, IL 62052, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Jersey and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 04-404-002-00 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: Snedeker Street Jerseyville, IL 62052

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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 at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (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.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than the mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

For information call Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski LLC, One East Wacker, Suite 1250, Chicago, IL 60601.

Phone number: 312-651-6700. Attorney file number: 16-008015.

Zachariah L. Manchester MANLEY DEAS KOCHALSKI LLC Attorneys for Plaintiff One East Wacker, Suite 1250 Chicago, IL 60601 Telephone: 312-651-6700 Fax: 614-220-5613 Attorney. No.: 6303885 Email: MDKIllinoisFilings@manleydeas.com I713369

Sale terms: Bidders must present, at

618-498-1234 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS

the time of sale, a cashier’s or certified check for 10% of the successful bid amount. The balance of the successful bid shall be paid within 24 hours, by similar funds. The subject property 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. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

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: MARINOSCI LAW GROUP, P.C. , 134 N LaSalle St., STE 1900, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 940-8580. Please refer to file number 16-01745. E-Mail: mlgil@mlgdefaultlaw.com 2.8.17, 2.15.17, 2.22.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY - JERSEYVILLE, ILLINOIS Federal National Mortgage Association PLAINTIFF

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

Vs. 16 CH 00016 Donald A. Davis; et. al.

DEFENDANTS NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 11/30/2016, the Sheriff of Jersey County, Illinois will on 3/22/17 at the hour of 8:15AM at Jersey County Courthouse, 201 West Pearl Jerseyville, IL 62052, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Jersey and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 07-075-013-00 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: Teney Hollow Road Brighton, IL 62012

the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

32893

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 at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (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.

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, 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 successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

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 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: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-11-24272.

I714193

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY JERSEYVILLE, ILLINOIS First Bank d/b/a First Bank Mortgage PLAINTIFF

Jason A. Ingold; et. al.

DEFENDANTS NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 10/12/2016, the Sheriff of Jersey County, Illinois will on 3/22/17 at the hour of 8:15AM at Jersey County Courthouse, 201 West Pearl Jerseyville, IL 62052, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Jersey and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 01-250-306-00 Improved with Residential 23342

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 at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (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.

2.8.17, 2.15.17, 2.22.17

If the property is a condominium and

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, 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 successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

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 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: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-16-04632.

I714195 2.8.17, 2.15.17, 2.22.17

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY - JERSEYVILLE, ILLINOIS Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation PLAINTIFF Vs. 16 CH 00036 Emin Alimi; et. al.

DEFENDANTS NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 10/12/2016, the Sheriff of Jersey County, Illinois will on 3/22/17 at the hour of 8:15AM at Jersey County Courthouse, 201 West Pearl Jerseyville, IL 62052, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Jersey and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 04-211-024-52 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1203 Megan Street Jerseyville, IL 62052 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 at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (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.

the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

Vs. 16 CH 00029

COMMONLY KNOWN AS: Lake Drive Elsah, IL 62028

2.1.17, 2.8.17, 2.15.17

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, 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 successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

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 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: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-16-06535.

I714203 2.8.17, 2.15.17, 2.22.17

If the property is a condominium and

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, 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 successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

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 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: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-16-08385.

I714208 2.8.17, 2.15.17, 2.22.17

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY - JERSEYVILLE, ILLINOIS JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association PLAINTIFF Vs. 16 CH 00028 Matthew W. Campbell; et. al.

DEFENDANTS NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 9/14/2016, the Sheriff of Jersey County, Illinois will on 3/22/17 at the hour of 8:15AM at Jersey County Courthouse, 201 West Pearl Jerseyville, IL 62052, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Jersey and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 04-570-001-00 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 522 W. Spruce Street Jerseyville, IL 62052 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 at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (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.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, 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 successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

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 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: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-16-07606.

I714205 2.8.17, 2.15.17, 2.22.17

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Wednesday, February 8, 2017

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BARRY n Pulled Pork supper Tuesday, Feb. 14, at the UHS Cafeteria from 5-7:15 p.m.

Proceeds benefit the UHS class of 2020. Let us do the cooking before you watch the basketball game between the Western Wildcats and Unity Mustangs. n Cupids Crush Valentines evening event on Feb. 14. Cocktails at 5:30 p.m.

Catered meal from 6-7 p.m. and comedian Jeremy Nunes at 7 p.m. Order your tickets (good for 2 adults) by going to www.eraofelegancevenue. com or call to reserve with Terri at 217-335-2247. n Bake sale and crafts at the First National Bank of Barry on Friday, Feb. 10 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Sponsored by the Barry United Methodist Women. n Barry American Legion will have their monthly stag supper & meeting at on Feb. 8, supper will be at 6:30 p.m. with meeting immediately after. Menu is unknown at this time. n The youth of the Barry UMC (FROG class) will have a fish fry, with the proceeds going to their Heifer Project, on Sunday, Feb. 19 at 11:30 a.m. at the Barry UMC, 720 Perry St. Donations will be accepted. For more information, call Janet Main at 217-335-2048. n The Barry Community Chorus will begin rehearsals for the Easter Cantata, "Come to the Cross and Remember", on Monday Feb. 13 at 7:30 p.m. in the Barry United Methodist Church. The performance date is Palm Sunday, April 9.

All interested singers are welcome. Contact Judy Steers for more information at 3352665.

NEBO n Spring Creek Fire Protection District Sausage and Pancake Supper on Feb. 25 from 4-8 p.m. at the Spring Creek Firehouse in Nebo. Cost is free will donation deliveries available call 734-9363 PERRY n John Wood Community College's Agriculture Alumni Association will host an Open House Monday evening, Feb. 20, at the JWCC Agricultural Education Center near Perry.

All area high school students, especially juniors and seniors interested in careers in agriculture, are invited.

Parents, high school agriculture teachers and counselors also are encouraged to attend.

The program will be held at the JWCC Agricultural Education Center on State Hwy 104, four miles west of the 104 and 107 junction near Perry. Tours of the JWCC Agricultural Education Center and the adjacent University of Illinois Crop Sciences and Beef Research farms will be available beginning at 4:30 p.m. Registration is from 6-6:15 p.m. followed by a meal. Advance registration is requested by calling 217.641.4558 or by email at ag@jwcc.edu.

PITTSFIELD n Whitetails Unlimited is sponsoring the Pike County Chapter Banquet on Saturday, March 4 at the Old JDL Building, highway 54 north. A WTU mission- related grant from this event will go toward local youth and other conservative projects.

The social hour begins at 5 p.m. with dinner at 6:30 p.m.

Tickets will not be sold at the door. To order tickets locally, call Doug Pruett at 217242-1249 or WTU National Headquarters at 800-2745471, or go online to www. whitetailsunlimited.com. You may also call Brian Hill at 217-617-2129, The Archery shop at 217-285-1610, or Central State Bank at 217734-2356. n Knights of Columbus and Altar society spaghetti supper on Saturday, Feb. 18 from 4-08 p.m. at St. Mary’s Parish Hall. For more info call 217-285-4321. n Pike County Emergency Management is hosting a Severe Weather Spotter and Safety Class at the Crossroads Center Wednesday, Feb. 22 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Drinks and refreshments will be provided. n There will be a life line screening at the Pike County Senior Citizens Center 220 W. Adams Pittsfield on March 8.

Pre Registration is required.

So call 1-888-653-6450 for your Cardiovascular Health Screening. n There will be a fish fry at the pike County Senior Center Feb. 9. Choice of Catfish or Buffalo, two sides, dessert, and drink. Carry out's available. Everyone welcome. n You’ve heard that probiotic foods are good for you...

Maybe you’ve thought about making your own... Come learn the simple basics!

Fearless Fermentation (make & take workshop) Saturday, Feb. 18 from 12:302 p.m. at Free Press Coffee in Pittsfield. RSVP to Karla De Vries 630-672-8793. n Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced that all offices and facilities open Monday-Friday will be closed Monday, Feb. 13, while facilities open Tuesday-Saturday will be closed Saturday, Feb. 11, in observance of Abraham Lincoln’s birthday. All Driver Services facilities will be open for business Tuesday, Feb. 14. Individuals can visit the Secretary of State’s website, www.cyberdriveillinois. com, to locate the nearest Driver Services facility and the hours of operation. In addition, drivers can change an address, register to become an organ and tissue donor or renew license plate stickers online. n The Pike County Health Department is offering an 8 hour Illinois Food Service Sanitation Manager’s Certification Course at Findley Place Apartments.

The course will consist of two class sessions with the first class being held Monday, Feb. 27 and the second Monday,

March 6. Classes will run from 1-5 p.m. Completion of the class and successfully passing the class exam will satisfy the State requirements to become certified as an FSSMC. An online Food Service Sanitation Manager’s course is also offered by Pike County Health Department.

Please contact the Pike County Health Department, 217.285.4407 ext 116, or chayden@pikecoilhealth. org for registration forms.

Registration forms may also be downloaded from the website at HYPERLINK "http://www.pikecoilhealth. org"www.pikecoilhealth.org. n The Abbie A. Hatch Chautauqua Circle will meet Tuesday, Feb. 14, at 9:30 a.m. at The Courtyard Café. Please note the change of time. This will be a Dutch Treat Brunch.

Ann Williamson will report on the book, Euphoria. Roll call will be, "What historical novel have you read?" n There will be a meeting of the Pike County 4-H Livestock Sale Committee Thursday, Feb. 9 at Old Boys Pizza at 6 p.m. n University of Illinois Extension is partnering with John Wood Community College to present a six-session farm management course called "Annie's Project",for farm women starting Feb. 28.

This program will meet every Tuesday and Thursday afternoon for three weeks from 1-4 p.m. The final session will be held on Thursday, March 16. Sessions will be held in the John Wood Community College Center.

Please register online at http:// web.extension.illinois.edu/ abhps/ by Feb. 22 or contact Cheryl Westfall at the Pike County Extension Office at 217-285-5543 or cwestfal@ illinois.edu n The Pike County Historical Society will present a program

by Elizabeth (Schimmel) Miller on quilts and quilting Thursday evening, Feb. 16 at the Cardinal Inn in West Pittsfield. Mrs. Miller will have several quilts on display, and will talk about the history and techniques of quilting.

All are invited to dine with us at the buffet from 5:306:30, or come for the program which begins at 6:30 p.m. n Big Valentine’s Day Dance coming up on Feb. 13 from 6-8 p.m. at Liberty Village. It is open to the community. They will have DJ Boss coming in to play DJ Music and host karaoke, and will also be crowning the King and Queen of Liberty Village of Pittsfield. n The Alzheimer’s Association, Central Illinois Chapter’s educational program Managing Shortterm Hospitalization of Your Loved One with Dementia will take place on Thursday, Feb. 16 from 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. at the Findley Place Apartments Community Room.

Registration is required to reserve meal. To register for this program, call 217-2281111 by Tues., Jan. 14.

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in and around the Pike County Area n John Wood Community College and the Pike County Economic Development Corporation are hosting a lunch and learn program focused on how to prevent a cyber attack on businesses and organizations. The class will be held Thursday, Feb. 9, from 11:30 a.m.1:30 p.m. at the JWCC Pittsfield Education Center at 1308 W. Washington.

The class is free to the public with a complimentary lunch provided by Cass Communications. For more information and to register, contact Brenda Middendorf at 217-440-5101 or email bmiddendorf@2riversrcd. org.

N. Memorial, Pittsfield.

(Breezeway entrance). For more information, call Betty at 217- 285-6191.

n Spring library hours are just around the corner at the Pittsfield Youth Library!

Tuesday classes beginning Feb. 14 and Thursday classes beginning Feb. 16. Each class meets once a week for 8 weeks, ending April 4 and 6. Both classes are from 10-11 a.m. at the Pittsfield Youth Library. Please use the side door off Adams Street.

Library Hour is for children ages 3 (potty-trained) through 5 years. For more information or to sign-up your child, please call the Pittsfield Youth Library at 217-285-5232 to reserve your spot as space is limited.

n Expect Extraordinary Community Gatherings are held every 4th Tuesday from 6-7 p.m. in the Findley Place Community Room, 400 W. Jefferson, Pittsfield.

What if people with developmental disabilities lived, learned, worked, played and worshiped in all the regular places of our community?

Join us to make it possible!

People with developmental disabilities, their families and friends, caring neighbors, and all members of the community are invited.

n Caregiver Lunch N' Learn on Thursday, Feb. 16, 11:30-12:30 a.m. at the Findley Place Apartments Community Room.

Registration required: Please call 217-228-1111 by Feb. 13. Presenter: Susan Johnson, MS, Alzheimer's Association. n There will not be Country Music or Blue Grass Music for the month of January or February at the Pike County Senior Citizen center. They will resume in March. n 4-H Cake Decorating SPIN Club meets one Saturday a month through April. If you are between 8 and 18, (If you turned 8 before Sept. 1) and would like to know more, please e-mail dwelbour@illinois.edu or call 217-285-5543 and ask for Dorothy. n The East Pike Fire Protection District Ladies Auxiliary is asking for support for the new firehouse.

This project is self funded and being voluntarily built.

The funds used to build this firehouse come from only tax dollars, generous donations and fundraisers supported by the community. Be a permanent part of the construction, by preserving your name, that of a loved one or Business with the purchase of a personalized brick paver to be placed in the sidewalk or around the flag pole of the new firehouse. To order a personalized brick paver contact Deb Moore at (217) 723-4228 or Mary Eustace at (217) 829-4016 or any Auxiliary member.

ONGOING n 12 Step Al-Anon Family Support Group for alcohol and narcotic addiction every Monday at 8 p.m. at the First Christian Church 225

n Exercise classes available at the Pittsfield Senior Center every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:15-6:15 p.m.

Strenuous enough to help, but easy enough for anyone to do. For additional information call 217-285-4524. n Liberty Village Hawthorne Inn will be hosting Senior Bingo the third Wednesday of every month from 1:303:30 p.m. Snacks and prizes will be provided. Come join the fun at 610 Lowry St., Pittsfield.

n Bright Star Methodist Cooperative Parish (Oxville, Florence, Detroit, Griggsville, Perry, New Salem and Baylis Methodist Churches) county wide Bible Study every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. at Griggsille United Methodist Church and every Tuesday evening at Perry United Methodist Church at 6:30 p.m. This is absolutely free and everyone in Pike County are welcome to attend. If you have questions, feel free to contact Pastor Dave at 217833-2575 or 217-833-2457. n The Bible studies for 2016 will be held every Tuesday evening at 6:30 p.m. at Perry UMC and every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. at Griggsville UMC. n To learn more about the Catholic Church, Rev. Mark Schulte will be leading discussions covering the 10 Commandments, the Apostles Creed, The Sacraments, Prayer, Church History and Tradition every Monday evening at St. Mary's Parish Hall at 7 p.m. Members of all Faiths and Denominations are welcome to attend. n Free meals served every third Saturday of each month at the Pittsfield United Methodist Church from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Carry-outs are available. n A non-denominational, Bible class meets for one hour on Tuesdays, 2:30 p.m., at the Findley Place Apartments, 400 W. Jefferson street. Dr. Calvin Warpula is leading a study of the book of Romans.

Everyone is invited. n Liberty Village of Pittsfield Hawthorn Inn will be hosting Senior Bingo Day the third Wednesday of every month from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Snacks and prizes will be provided.

n Set Free is a non-traditional recovery program for adults (ages 18+), based on doing life together. Join us for Set Free every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at Pittsfield Assembly of God. There is free childcare, from birth-6th grade. It's time to finally be Set Free. Learn more: Set Free Recovery Group on Facebook.com. n The Pittsfield Masonic Lodge meets the second Monday of every month at the Masonic Lodge, 210 W. Fayette, Pittsfield. n Meals Plus for Seniors serves lunch at noon, Mon. through Fri. at Findley Place at 400 W. Jefferson St., Pittsfield, Il. 62363. Over 60, meals are based on donations. Under 60, the cost of the meal is $6. Call Connie by 8:50 a.m. on the day you would like to make reservations at 217-285-6150. Milk and bread offered with every meal.

OUT-OF-COUNTY n Bluffs American Legion Chicken and Fish Dinner on Wednesday, Feb. 8 from 5-7 p.m. Menu also includes mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, corn, slaw, dessert and drink. Carry out available. n To find out more about tornadoes, University of Illinois Extension is conducting an All About Tornadoes seminar Feb. 21, from 6-8 p.m. at the Morgan County Extension office, 104 North Westgate.

Extension Educator Duane Friend will discuss current research on tornado development, types of tornadoes, their potential for damage, tornado preparedness, and provide some interesting tornado facts.Those interested can register on line at http:// web.extension.illinois. edu/ccgms or by call 2437424. Registration deadline is Feb. 20. n Feb. 9 at 7 p.m. - The LLBKA monthly meeting is open to everyone interested in learning more about beekeeping - from setting up your first hive to bottling honey. Discussions and demonstrations every month.

Visitors are always welcome and questions are encouraged! - Sangamon County Farm Bureau Building, 2631 Beechler Court, Springfield, 217-638-0871, http://www. lincolnlandbeekeepers.com/ n John Wood Community College’s Heath Center Art Gallery will feature the photography of Gregg Boyer from Jan. 23-Feb. 24. The gallery is located in the lower level of the Paul Heath Fine Arts and Community Education Center on the Quincy campus at 48th and Harrison. A reception and gallery talk will be held Thursday, Jan. 26, from 6:30-8 p.m. The public is welcome to attend, and free refreshments will be served. The public is invited to view the artwork during regular college hours (8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday.)

Some pieces are for sale. For more information about the Heath Center Art Gallery contact Addie Seabarkrob at aseabarkrob@jwcc.edu.

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By Jacob Bradshaw Pike Press The Pittsfield Saukees grabbed two more victories during the week, first handling their business against Payson, winning the game 52-36.

The Saukees won the matchup against Brown County with a 56-39 victory, but the game felt close throughout, especially when the second half came. The Saukees held the Brown County Hornets to eight points the first half, but Brown County scored 31 points the second half. The first quarter ended 8-6 with the Saukees leading, and they jumped out to an 11-2 break to open up the second quarter.

Korbyn Personett helped Pittsfield establish a dominant presence, scoring 22 points in the contest. Noah Mendenhall had 12 of his 14 points in the second half as well.

Heading to The Pit for a matchup against Fort Madison in the KHQA/Country Financial Superfan Shootout, the Saukees had much adversity to deal with. Personett struggled with foul trouble throughout the matchup, forcing the Saukees to lean on a small ball lineup, changing the pace and face of their offense. The game was close throughout the contest, with the halftime score being 20-13, Pittsfield leading. It was the fourth quarter that put

Fort Madison away. The Saukees went 80 percent from the freethrow line in the quarter. The final score was 59-47.

Nick Reel scored 17 points for the Saukees, succeeding in being the load offensively during Personett’s time of sitting. In the KHQA games, one player in each game is named MVP of that game.

Reel took the honors in the Saukee game.

“It’s good to see us succeed,” Noah Mendenhall stated. “This is what we’ve worked hard for. We know we have it in us, now it’s a matter of maintaining our energy and effort, and bringing it each and every night.”

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Jordan Brite goes up for the shot Wednesday Feb. 1, as the Lady Tornadoes lost to Routt 59-43.

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Noah Mendenhall tries to draw a charge during Pittsfield’s game against Brown County Friday.

Whitetails Unlimited is sponsoring the Pike County Chapter Banquet on Saturday, March 4, at the Old JDL Building, Highway 54 North, in Pittsfield. The event will feature a prime rib dinner, auction, and prizes with a wide array of products such as firearms, outfitter packages, hunting and outdoor equipment, artwork, and collectibles

only available at Whitetails Unlimited events.

A Whitetails Unlimited mission-related grant from this event will go toward local youth and other conservation projects.

The event begins with a social hour at 5 p.m. with dinner starting at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $45 each, or $25 for a spouse or child ages 15 and under.

Schedule change Due to Griggsville’s 8th grade boys basketball team playing in the sectional tournament on Feb. 8, the boys varsity and junior varsity game originally scheduled that night has been

Tickets will not be sold at the door.

To order tickets call Doug Pruett at 217-2421249, or WTU National Headquarters at 800-2745471, or online at www. whitetailsunlimited.com.

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Lady Wildcats 21-7 heading to regionals

By Steven Spencer Pike Press Western Lady Wildcats were presented with flowers and also a cake provided by County Market in

Pittsfield Thursday, Feb. 2 in honor of their 20-win season. This is the first 21-win season in the history of Western. Their record now 21-7 entering regional play after beating the Brussels Lady Raiders on

Saturday, Feb. 4.

The Wildcats were down by one point at halftime, but outscoring the Raiders by four points in the in the third quarter gave the Wildcats the win 55-51.

Junior Blair Borrowman led the game in points and scored 27 for the Wildcats against the Raiders. Junior Hannah Fry led the team in rebounds with four offensive rebound and six defensive.

The Wildcats will play Routt in their first game of regionals Tuesday, Feb. 7. If they take the win over Routt then the Wildcats will move on to play the winner of the Winchester and Payson game on Thursday.

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By Ashley Miller Pike Press The Griggsville-Perry Tornadoes took a loss Saturday after traveling to Camp Point to take on the Panthers giving them a 6-11 record at print.

The Tornadoes had a good first half, scoring 17 points to tie in the first quarter and 12 in the second, sending them into the locker room tied again at 29. They came back out to the third quarter and still managed to get 14 points in on the Panther’s defense but unfortunately was unable to match the 26 points. The Tornadoes were unable to overcome the rough third quarter and

eventually took the 71-57 loss.

Ian Smith leads the team in points once again with 25, going 8-14 from the free throw line. Max Stinebaker followed with 12 points for the team, as he went 3-4 at the line.

Sheldan Martin also had 10 points for the team. Overall the Tornadoes went 13 for 22 at the free-throw line while the Panthers went 13 for 23.

This week as teams get closer to Regional time the Tornadoes will travel to ISD Tuesday followed by the rivalry game against Pittsfield Wednesday and then their senior night game against Payson Friday.

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Left to right: Noah Booth, Elliot Fox, Marcus Couch and Joel Cook.

Advancing to sectional competition Four Saukee wrestlers will advance to sectional action this weekend at Vandalia. Sophomore Noah Booth was the regional champion at 113

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lbs. Sophomore Elliott Fox took third in 152 lbs. weight class. Senior Marcus Couch placed third at 182 lbs. and junior Joel Cook placed sec-

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Two Class X felony charges in county

By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press Two individuals were charged with predatory criminal sexual assault in unrelated incidents last week.

Both incidents allege sexual misconduct with a victim under the age of 13.

Despite two arrests in such a short time, Sheriff Paul Petty does not think sexual assault cases are going to be on the rise this year.

“It’s just that time of year where people are couped up inside. The result is something bad happens,” Petty said.

Petty said his office has received several calls regarding couples quarreling and possible domestic violence.

He attributes that, too, to a seasonal situation.

“Once the weather warms

up and people can get outside and get away from one another, I think we’ll see those level off,” Petty said. “I don’t think that us filing two Class X felonies so close together is a prediction for a bad year for criminal sexual assaults.”

The crime of predatory criminal sexual assault occurs where there was sexual penetration and the accused was 17 years of age or older, and the victim was 12 years of age or younger. is a class X felony.

“A normal Class X felony has a range of 6 to 30 years in prison,” Zack Boren, Pike County State’s Attorney said.

“Predatory criminal sexual assault of a child, has an enhanced range of 6 to 60 years in prison. Also, a person convicted of predatory criminal sexual assault of a child against two or more persons

must be sentenced to a term of natural life imprisonment.”

Both of the newly filed charges include multiple victims.

The first case involved a Nebo man.

Sidney W. Ballenger, 22 of Nebo, is facing six counts of predatory criminal sexual assault dating back to June of last year.

Ballinger was arrested Jan. 30 on three counts of the offense and he appeared in court Jan. 31 and three additional charges were added.

The court appointed Walker J. Filbert as his attorney.

Bond was set at $300,000 cash.

He remains lodged in the Pike County Jail. He was back in court yesterday for his first appearance with counsel.

At that time, his preliminary hearing was set for Feb. 14 at

1 p.m. and his bond was kept at $300,000.

The second case was based in rural Pearl.

John A. Pope, 46, of Pearl was arrested Jan. 30 on seven counts of predatory criminal sexual assault with a victim under the age of 14.

Pope appeared in court Jan. 31 and Feb. 6 Anthony Cameron entered his name as defense counsel along with John W. Citro. Accompanying the notice of entry of appearance by counsel was a request to have Pope’s bond lowered. He, too, appeared in Pike County Circuit Court yesterday. and has his preliminary hearing set for Feb.17 at 3:30 p.m. At that time, he is also scheduled to ask for a bond reduction.

His bond is currently set at $300,000 and Pope remains lodged.

son County alleging failure to appear. Bond on both warrants was $500 each. He remains lodged in the Pike County Jail.

Bryan L. Pults, 46, Pleasant Hill, was arrested Feb. 2 on a felony Pike County warrant asking for revocation of probation. He remains lodged in the Pike County Jail in lieu of $1,800.

Michael L Cline, 35, Charleston, was arrested Feb. 2 on a misdemeanor in-state warrant alleging failure to appear on an obstruction of justice and a driving while revoked charge. He posted $7,500 and was released pending court appearance.

Christina M. Williams, 49, Pleasant Hill, was arrested Feb. 3 on two misdemeanor Pike County warrants. Bond on the first warrant was $250 and on the second $100. She posted bond and was released pending court appearance..

Charles C. Masterson, 34, Pleasant Hill, was arrested Feb.4 on two Pike County felony warrants. Bond on the

first was $500 and $300 on the second. He posted bond and was released pending court appearance.

Michelle D. Palazzo, 54, Pittsfield, was arrested on two Pike County felony warrants.

Bond on the first was $400 and on the second was $1,500. She remains lodged.

Tracey L. Pine, 24, Nebo, was arrested Feb. 4 on a misdemeanor Pike County warrant. Pine posted $300 and was released pending court appearance.

Briana S. Harvey, 22, Calumet Park, was arrested Feb. 4 on a Pike County traffic warrant. She posted $200 and was released pending court appearance.

Has your charge been amended, reduced or dropped or have you been found not guilty? Email ppnews@campbellpublications.net to be considered for a status update on your court proceeding. Please include name and case number.

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 Mark T. Westemeyer, 59, Nebo, was arrested Jan. 30 on a charge of driving under the influence of drugs and improper lane usage. He posted $100 bond and was released pending court appearance.

John A. Pope. 46, Pearl, was arrested Jan. 30 on a felony charge of predatory criminal sexual assault. He remains lodged in the Pike County Jail in lieu of $30,000. bond.

Sidney W. Ballenger, 22, Nebo, was arrested Jan. 30 on a felony in-state warrant.

He remains lodged in the Pike County Jail in lieu of $30,000 bond.

Colton Ruble, 22, Pittsfield, was arrested Jan. 30 on a mis-

demeanor in-state warrant. He posted $300 and was released pending court appearance.

Russell L. Hershberger, 36, Polo, Mo., was arrested Jan. 31, a felony charge of felony possession of methamphetamine, misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia and misdemeanor obstructing identification. He remains lodged in the Pike County Jail in lieu of $1,000.

Bethany A. Schultz, 37, Barry, was arrested Feb. 1 on a misdemeanor in-state warrant alleging failure to appear on deceptive practice charges and a misdemeanor Calhoun County warrant. Bond on both warrants was $150 each. She posted bond and was released pending court appearance.

Lenard Leavell, 53, Springfield, was arrested Feb. 1 on a misdemeanor Pike County warrant. He posted $300 and was released pending court appearance.

William K. Poor, 21, Griggsville, was arrested Feb. 1 on two warrants from William-

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PCS SOAP, Quiz Bowl announce trivia night Pikeland Community School SOAP class and Quiz Bowl team will have their second annual trivia night Saturday, March 11, 7-9 p.m., at the PCS cafeteria, with doors opening 6:30 p.m.

Teams of eight, ages 17 and up, will compete in 10 rounds of trivia, with up to 10 mulligans available for purchase.

First place prize is $200, and

there will also be a 50/50 raffle.

Refreshments will be available for purchase, including pizza, chips, candy, popcorn, soda, and water.

Teams must register by Friday, March 3, $100 per team.

Contact Jacklyn Feldpausch at jacfeldpausch@pikeland.org or stop by the PCS office for registration forms.

Farm Bureau Foundation offers scholarships Applications for Farm Bureau scholarships through the Two Rivers Farm Bureau Foundation are now available.

A $1,000 Pike County Farm Bureau scholarship will be available to a qualifying high school student from Pike County.

The Foundation also offers the $1,000 Rod Webel Memorial Scholarship to qualified high school seniors who are dependents of Pike County Farm Bureau members and attend high school in Pike County.

The $1,000 Wayne Riley Scholarship is open to an FFA student graduating from Griggsville-Perry High School.

The scholarships will be awarded to a graduating senior who are pursuing

an education at a technical school, community college, college, or university of their choice and are a dependent of a Farm Bureau member.

There is no course of study restriction, but a major in an agricultural field will be given preference over other majors in the selection process.

Applications and selection criteria are available at Pike County Farm Bureau, high school guidance counselors, or at tworiv-

ersfarmbureau.org/ourlibrary.

Scholarship applications must be completed using the form found on our website.

All scholarship applications must be returned by March 31.

Crime Stoppers To leave an anonymous tip on any criminal activity in Pike County, call the Pike County Crime Stoppers at 217-285-1500.

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.

Health and Wellness Foundation of Pike County offering several scholarships to Pike students

The Health and Wellness Foundation of Pike County (HWFPC) is now accepting applications for their Health and Wellness Scholarships for the 2017/18 school year. A scope of health education scholarships is available in a total amount exceeding $4,000 dollars. Applications, guidelines, and eligibility requirements may be obtained from any Pike County High School Guidance Counselor; or by contacting HWFPC at

217-285-6080 or ichcf@ aol.com. The deadline for submitting scholarship applications is April 1, and the recipients will be announced in May 2017.

“The Foundation’s Scholarship program was established in 2005 to honor our founding board Chairman John Teuscher.

The program has been expanded since then to support and encourage Pike County students desiring to pursue health professions in tandem

with helping to address the growing need for all levels of health professionals,” Patricia McIntosh, HWFPC executive director, said. “Today, we know the Federal Bureau of Labor Statistics expects between the years of 2014 and 2024 that health care will be the fastest growing employment industry, and that by the year 2050 more than one fifth of the world’s population will be over the age of 60. These indicators reinforce our

commitment to ensuring our health scholarships remain a core part of the work we do in Pike County.”

Individuals are encouraged to apply for the following HWFPC scholarships currently available: n John S. Teuscher Health Occupation Scholarship: two scholarships are available to graduating Pike County Seniors, this scholarship provides $1000 toward a degree in a health profession. New

recipients are selected annually. n Allan A. Seiler Fitness and Wellness Scholarship: one scholarship is available to a graduating Pike County Senior, this Scholarship offers $300 toward a degree in a fitness or wellness related profession. New recipients are selected annually. n John S. Teuscher Continuing Education Scholarship: one $1000 Scholarship is avail-able to an individual already

pursuing an undergraduate or post-graduate degree in a health field. This scholarship may be received for up to 3 successive years. n John S. Teuscher Workforce Retraining Scholarship: one $1000 Scholarship is available to individuals who are in currently in the workplace and seeking further education or supplementary training toward a health degree or para-health

in Topeka, IL. Delivery is not available for the container plants. For more information and/or to order, contact the Mason State Nursery: https://www.dnr.illinois.gov/ conservation/Forestry/Pages/ Tree-Nurseries.aspx Africa Program: The Illinois State Museum Research and Collections Center will host a lunchtime program “Africa: Animals and Issues” on Wed., Feb. 15 from noon until 1 p.m. The free event is open to the public.

Richard Leary, ISM Geology Curator Emeritus, recently traveled on safari to southern Africa, visiting Botswana, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.

He will discuss some of the issues facing animals in this region. The free program will be held at the ISM Research and Collections Center at 1011 E. Ash St. in Springfield. For additional information, please contact events@illinoisstatemuseum.org or 217-782-0061.

Springfield Archaeology Program: The Illinois State Museum’s Paul Mickey Science Series program “The Archaeology of Racial Hatred: Springfield, Illinois” presented

by Floyd Mansberger of Fever River Research in Springfield will be held on Wed., Feb. 15 from 7-8:30 p.m. The program is free and open to the public.

The Science Series takes place in the Auditorium at the Illinois State Museum, located at 502 South Spring St. in

Springfield. For additional information, please contact events@ illinoisstatemuseum.org or 217782-0061.

Hunter and Boating Safety Education Courses: Register now for Hunter Safety Education and Boating Safety Education courses from the IDNR. Spring classes are being scheduled.

Check the IDNR website for class dates and locations: https://

www.dnr.illinois.gov/safety/ Pages/ListOfEducationCoursesByCounty.aspx Camping Reservations: Make your reservations now for campsites and shelters for many Illinois state parks and other IDNR sites for 2017.

Reservations can be made online through the Reserve America website at www. reserveamerica.com using a Visa or MasterCard.

February IDNR Newsbits

Spring Turkey Applications: Hunters can apply for the third lottery for 2017 Illinois Spring Wild Turkey Season permits, with the application deadline on Feb. 9.

Go to the IDNR website for more information at https:// www.dnr.illinois.gov/hunting/ Pages/TurkeyHunting.aspx Get Your 2017 Illinois Licenses Now: Illinois fishing, hunting and sportsman’s combination licenses for 2017 are available from DNR Direct license and permit vendors, online through the IDNR website at www.dnr.illinois.gov, or by calling 1-888-6PERMIT (1-888-673-7648).

The automated license system is available 24 hours a day. The 2017 licenses are valid through Mar. 31, 2018, unless otherwise noted.

Pere Marquette Bald Eagle Days: Enjoy watching bald eagles along the Illinois River and Mississippi River near Pere Marquette State Park this month by participating in one of the park’s popular Bald Eagle Days tours.

The informative programs about bald eagles are conducted on select dates in February. All programs begin at the Pere Marquette Visitor Center at 8:30 a.m., and reservations are required by calling 618-7863323.

To check the schedule of program dates, go online to https:// www.dnr.illinois.gov/Parks/ Documents/BaldEagleDay-

sPereMarquette.pdf IRAP Turkey Hunting: The Illinois Recreational Access Program (IRAP) is offering hunting opportunities for the 2017 Illinois Spring Wild Turkey Season. Adult turkey hunting for the third and fourth season segments is available in Christian, Clark, Fayette, Greene, Macoupin, McDonough, Sangamon and Schuyler counties to any registered hunter.

In addition, first-time adult turkey hunters can also apply for Brown and Fulton counties.

Youth turkey hunters (under the age of 18) can apply to hunt on private property for the 2017 Youth Turkey Season and regular season segments 3 and 4 in at least 35 counties across Illinois.

The 2017 youth turkey season has been expanded to two weekends – Mar. 25-26 and April 1-2 statewide.

To apply for an IRAP spring turkey hunting site, hunters must go to the IRAP’s website and download an application and liability waiver, complete and sign it, and mail it to the IDNR. https://www.dnr.illinois.gov/ conservation/IRAP Deadlines for applications are Feb. 23 for youth season and Mar. 10 for regular season segments 3 and 4.

In order to apply for seasons three and four, the applicant must first apply for a turkey permit through the IDNR spring turkey lottery system.

The deadline to apply for the third lottery drawing is Feb. 9.

Send in Harvest Survey Info by Feb. 15: Illinois hunters who received a Free Upland Hunting Permit are reminded to return the 3”x5” Free Upland Hunt Harvest Survey Card before Feb. 15 (March 1 for those with permits during the extended rabbit hunting season which ends Feb. 15).

Even if hunters were unable to hunt on their permit date, they must return the postage paid card to remain eligible for next year’s drawing for a Free Upland Hunting Permit.

This information is used to track hunter satisfaction, effort, harvest and the amount of upland game encountered at the sites. For all IDNR state sites that utilize the Windshield Card system for other hunting programs, the deadline is also Feb. 15.

The link to the Windshield Card Reporting site is: https:// dnr.state.il.us/windshieldcard/ index.asp Native Seeds and Plants for Sale: The IDNR Mason State Nursery has developed a seed mix of Illinois native forbs and grasses that is suitable for use in developing a monarch/pollinator habitat.

One packet of these seeds will cover 1,000 square feet.

The cost is $40.00 per packet plus shipping and handling.

The Mason State Nursery also has 40 species of Illinois native plants available for sale in containers. These plants are $4.00 each, but they must be picked up at the Mason State Nursery

John Wood Ag Banquet to feature AgriTalk host Mike Adams, host of the nationally syndicated radio program AgriTalk, will be the keynote speaker at the John Wood Community College Agriculture Banquet on Saturday, Feb. 18.

The JWCC Ag Alumni Association and the JWCC Agriculture and Livestock Evaluation clubs host the banquet.

The evening will begin with registration at 5:30 p.m. followed by a welcome and dinner at 6 p.m.

First Farm Credit Services Inc. and Phibro Animal Health Corporation provide sponsorship of the event.

Following dinner, the Agriculture and Livestock Evaluation clubs will give reports and present student awards.

The Ag Alumni will present a review of the 2016 year followed by recognition of retiring directors and introduction of new directors.

The Ag Alumni Banquet will be held at St Brigid Church Hall, located at 706 N Main St., Liberty.

Guests are asked to RSVP by contacting 217-641-4558 or ag@jwcc.edu.

Meals will only be guaranteed for those who RSVP.

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Planting the seeds for next Farm Bill

By JUSTIN A. COBB Pike Press The 2018 Farm Bill is still a year or so away, but Farm Bureau members are already beginning to discuss what they would like to see in it.

“We want to keep SNAP and some of those things that are part of the current arrangement in the Farm Bill,” Blake Roderick, executive director of the Pike and Scott county farm bureaus, said by phone Friday morning.

The acronym “SNAP” stands for the “Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program,” a public assistance program formerly known as food stamps and administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

“We want to keep those connected, the food and nutrition spending with the ag spending,” Roderick said. “A very important part of getting support for the ag portion is keeping the food and nutrition program as a part of the Farm Bill.”

Other items the Farm Bureau would like to see include voluntary conservation programs and measures to protect farm income, according to Roderick.

“Illinois Farm Bureau is interested in protecting the crop insurance aspect of the

Farm Bill,” Roderick said.

Crop insurance, in fact, is IFB’s “number-one priority” for the Farm Bill, Adam Nielsen, IFB director of national legislation and policy development, said by phone Monday morning, noting IFB is currently surveying members to further develop its priorities.

“We’re in the process of getting out to all of our members, as many as are interested in participating in

of directors meeting later in the spring to distill that input into concrete policy recommendations, according to Nielsen.

“By then, field hearings will be underway, and I suspect we will start communicating our positions to our elected officials,” Nielsen said.

Roderick said he was not sure how soon Congress would take up the 2018 Farm bill.

“With everything else on their plate, I doubt they will take it up in earnest in this portion of the session, but they will be next year, and it will be in this Congress, all things remaining as they have in the past.”

Blake Roderick Executive director, Pike County Farm Bureau the process, in the course of the next several weeks,” Nielsen said. “Through a series of Farm Bill work sessions, we’re getting great feedback on things that could be changed, things that would make farmers a lot happier working with it.”

IFB plans to finish collecting input from members in March, with the board

“With everything else on their plate, I doubt they will take it up in earnest in this portion of the session, but they will be next year, and it will be in this Congress, all things remaining as they have in the past,” Roderick said.

Among Congress’s current priorities is the approval of President Donald J. Trump’s Cabinet appoin-

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tees, including former Georgia Gov. Sonny Perdue, who Trump has nominated for Secretary of Agriculture, according to Roderick.

“When that happens and he’ll have time to get his footing at USDA in Washington, D.C., and we can get a feel for where the administration is going to go on the Farm Bill,” Roderick said. “Hopefully with the ties Gov. Purdue has with the Farm Bureau, particularly with (American Farm Bureau Federation president) Zippy Duvall, I think we’ll have a good person to listen to us.”

Nielsen said he agreed the Farm Bureau should be able to work well with the current administration as it implements a new Farm Bill, though IFB’s current focus will be informing members of Congress on what farmers’ priorities are.

“The administration’s job is the implement the Farm Bill,” Nielsen said.

“The current one doesn’t expire until Sept. 30, 2018, so if we’re fortunate enough to get a Farm Bill passed and enacted on time, and there’s always an outside chance of that, but if it did, this administration seems it would be organized enough and in a position to implementing it without too many problems.”

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Farm Bureau to host nutrient stewardship meetings Feb. 27 Monday, Feb. 27, the Pike and Scott county farm bureaus will host two meetings to review Illinois’s Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy (NLRS) and nutrient stewardship efforts with farmers in Pike and Scott counties.

The first meeting will be 9 a.m. at the New Canton United Methodist Church. Coffee and donuts will be served.

A lunch session will be held in the Nimrod Funk building on the Scott County Fairgrounds in Winchester beginning at noon. Please reserve your place for lunch at scottcfb@scottcfb.org.

Intended for those farming in local watersheds, the meetings will focus on best management practices (BMPs) specific to west-central Illinois. Lauren Lurkins, director of natural and environmental resources with the Illinois Farm Bureau will lead the sessions.

“These meetings will give farmers and others the opportunity to discuss how the State’s strategy will impact them at their local watershed level,” said Lurkins. “The presentation will arm them with information about onfarm BMPs they can use.

Farmers also will learn all that is being done to reduce nutrient losses and how to build on current successes.”

The NLRS released in 2015, provides a framework for reducing nutrient losses, improving local water quality and improving the quality of water leaving the state and entering the Gulf of Mexico. Faced with raising more food while protecting natural resources, the Illinois agricultural community is taking on the challenge to voluntarily meet nutrient loss goals. Illinois farmers have the support of many organizations as they adopt voluntary enhanced nutrient stewardship and conservation practices.

In addition to Lurkins, the Farm Bureaus will review their 4R4U Nutrient Stewardship collaboration with Prairieland FS. Farmers at the New Canton meeting will get an update of a water quality study in the Sny Island Drainage District that is funded by grants from the Illinois Farm Bureau and the Two Rivers Farm Bureau Foundation. For more information, contact Farm Bureau at 217285-2233.

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