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Times NEWS Winchester holding virtual Memorial Day services.

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Scott County has college grads.

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Congratulations graduates!

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Scott County only county without virus

By CARMEN ENSINGER Scott County Times Two months after the COVID-19 pandemic began and Illinois residents were basically locked in their homes, out of the 102 counties in Illinois, Scott County can lay claim to the fact that they are the only county in Illinois without any positive cases of the COVID-19 virus.

“We are not really sure why we are the only county in the state that has not had a positive test for the virus,” Scott County Public Health Administrator Steve Shireman said. “I would like to say it is because our residents are following the guidelines but I think plain, old fashioned luck has a lot to do with it. We have a lot of residents who work in Morgan County who have seen quite a few cases so I can’t really say why we have been so lucky.”

As for testing, certain guidelines have to be met before a test will be administered and Scott County hasn’t had a reason to do a lot of testing.

“I don’t know which is more impressive – the fact that we have not had enough sickness hit us to administer the tests or the fact that the ones we have given have come back negative.”

Steve Shireman Scott County Public Health Administrator “We have not really had a lot of people come in for testing,” Shireman said. “Which is good because we have a limited number of the tests available but they can always go to Scott County where they have the tests more readily available.”

Any tests that have been administered, no matter how few, have always come back negative.

“I don’t know which is more impressive – the fact that we have not had enough sickness hit us to administer the tests or the fact that the ones we have given have come back negative,” Shireman said.

Shireman said everyone seems to be complying with the orders.

“We have been in regular contact with law enforcement and other officials and we have not heard any reports of lots of people gathering,” Shireman said.

“Not even during graduation. Everyone has been really good about complying.”

Still, there are those who think that because the county has been spared the dread of the virus that businesses should open now.

“There is a group that meets every Monday morning before the commissioners meeting who are leaning to wanting to open up the county,” Shireman said. “I think we are all itching to get up and going again.”

But for right now, all of the businesses are complying to the orders.

“All of the restaurants are providing curbside service and the rest of the businesses are complying,” Shireman said. “We have less than two weeks to hold out before some glimmer of hope is on the horizon.”

MAJESTICALLY

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OVERLOOKING THE COUNTY

Nothing is prettier than the Scott County Courthouse on a clear day. The courthouse, like many other public buildings is under the governor’s executive order, and is operating with limited services during the pandemic.

Winchester to hold virtual graduation ceremony

By CARMEN ENSINGER Scott County Times As the Scott County graduating seniors crossed the stage and received their diploma, it wasn’t the ceremony they had dreamed of when they started their education 12 years ago.

They will get to wear their cap and gown and walked across the stage to receive their diploma, but there was but only a select few will be able to clap and cheer. . Students will receive their diploma, got their picture taken and that was it.

Winchester Superintendent Kevin Blankenship understands it isn’t an idea ceremony, but it was the best they could do.

“The 2020 school year has definitely been an historic one and one that will impact all of us in the future,” he said. “The week should have included student and family gatherings to celebrate and honor the accomplishments and milestone of the high school seniors. However, the global pandemic has severely limited just about every aspect of our daily lives.”

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The traditional graduation ceremony was scheduled for this Friday, May 22. Instead it will be in, out and if desired back to the high school for a photo opportunity on the school lawn.

This traditional ceremony has been rescheduled for Saturday, July 25 at 4 p.m.

“It is our hope that the restrictions limiting large gatherings will be modified or lifted by this date so that we can come togeth-

er with each and every one of you,” Blankenship said. “In the interim we honored the class of 2020 with a personal, individual graduation ceremony.”

The ceremony took place in the gym and was designed to be as much like the traditional ceremony as possible. Each student was given a time for their ceremony and they could bring (See, GRADUATION, A2)

*UDGXDWLRQV EHLQJ KHOG WKLV ZHHNHQG Eighth graders at Bluffs Junior High High School will receive their diplomas Thursday, May 21 between 6 and 6:30 p.m. Following the presentation of diplomas there will be a parade through town. Citizens of Bluffs are asked to come out of their houses and celebrate the graduates.

There will be no ceremony at Winchester for eighth graders. The school will post a video including photographs of each student on the school’s Facebook page. The school is asking that parents also post a picture of their student in

their black and silver robe along with a sign of congratulations.

Winchester students will also receive a gift card to replace the experience of taking the eighth grade trip to Six Flags.

Bluffs will also hold individual ceremonies in the gym Friday, May 22.Students will walk down the aisle, across the stage, receive their diploma and have photos taken.

The number of family members that can attend will be limited both on those coming into the gym and group gatherings outside.

Bluffs and Winchester coop JH sports

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REPEAT THIS YEAR-SO FAR

Last year’s nearly historic flooding along the Illinois River necessitated the National Guard to come in and help with sandbagging efforts. Despite five days of rain, this year the Illinois is expected to crest at 23.9 Monday, May 25. Last year the crest was 26.9 and water came within a foot of the Florence bridge deck.

By CARMEN ENSINGER Scott County Times Last week the Board of Education for both Winchester and Bluff’s school districts approved an amendment to the current West Central Athletic Cooperative agreement.

The athletic committee, which is comprised of board members, athletic directors and school administrators recommended the changes to the boards of education.

“These changes impact the junior high sports only – there are no changes to the high school athletics,” Bluffs and Winchester Superintendent Kevin Blankenship said. “The current agreement provided a cooperative sports team between Bluffs and Winchester junior high in the sports of baseball, softball, volleyball and track and field.”

Under the terms of the agreement, Bluffs will be the host school for baseball and volleyball while Winchester will serve as the host school for softball and track and field. Each team will operate under the name of the host school and designated school colors will be black and silver. Each school will serve as host for their own basketball teams for both boys and girls.

“Over the past several years, the schools have been faced with declining enrollments and participation with

athletic teams,” Blankenship said.

“Athletic Committee members have been approached over the course of the year by coaches, parents and other community members about the need to coop the junior high basketball teams.

The committee focused on these needs in determining the best path forward for our students.”

The new changes will for a new junior high cooperative and all teams will compete under “West Central JH” with the Cougar as the mascot and the colors being black and silver.

The IESA requires that one school be designated as the host school. Bluffs will serve as host for JH girls basketball a Winchester will serve as host for JH boys basketball and JH cheerleading.

The designated host school will remain the same for all other sports.

All outdoor sports, baseball, softball and track and field will be held at the host school site which is the current practice already with indoor sports such as volleyball and basketball being split between schools as equally as possible.

“These changes reflect the same principles as the high school athletic cooperative,” Blankenship said. “School administrators will be working with coaches over the summer and into the next school year to finalize policies and guidelines under the new agreement.”

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Winchester holding virtual Memorial Day services Due to the COVID-19 pandemic the Winchester VFW and American Legion will be holding virtual Memorial Day services.

The services will posted on Facebook under the Winchester VFW/American Legion Memorial Day page.

“We have our own Facebook page just for this,” Chuck Roberts, spokesman for the event,s aid.

The services will be held at 10 a.m. and posted immediately after.

Graduation

(Continued from A1) a limited number of family members to the ceremony to keep the amount of people inside the gym below the 10 mark.

“We gave them the opportunity to walk down the aisle, cross the stage and receive their diploma,” Blankenship said.

“Afterwards, they had their picture taken. It is our sincere hope that we can hold the traditional graduation ceremony with all the pomp and circumstance in July.”

Ridge Runner Chronicles: Bill Hoagland

ver the past year, I have written two columns in this publication VSHFLÀFDOO\ DERXW WKH FDVH known as “New York State 5LÁH DQG 3LVWRO $VVRFLDWLRQ vs. City of New York (NYS53$

The case has been important to gun owners in particular because it represented the first time in ten years that the US Supreme Court agreed to hear a case arising under the Second Amendment of the US Constitution.

The main issue in the case was whether our Second Amendment rights to “keep and bear arms” includes the constitutional right to carry a handgun beyond the confines of our homes. Until now, the US Supreme Court has ruled only that you have a constitutional right to keep a handgun in your home. Period.

If you have a legal right to carry a handgun beyond your home, it is because of legislation in your own state and not because the US Supreme Court has said so.

During the nearly two years that the NYSRPA case was pending in the Supreme Court, it got more controver-

sial as time went on. In July, 2019, for example, The City of New York and the State of New York enacted legislation in an attempt to render the major issues in the case as moot.

Then, in August, five US Senators, in an unprecedented move, filed an amicus brief with the Court, threatening the Court with realignment or other Congressional changes if they preceded to rule on the case and find that Second Amendment rights extend beyond your home.

On April 27, 2020, a majority of the Court finally ruled that NYSRPA was indeed “moot”—essentially ducking the issue. While Justice Kavanaugh in a concurring opinion agreed with the majority that this particular case was “moot”, he emphasized how important it is that the Court address the issue soon as to whether Second Amendment rights extend beyond your home.

And guess what? Since the April 27 decision and perhaps because of Justice Kavanaugh’s insistence, the Court is now reconsidering whether to hear five

cases from lower courts that involve the specific issue of whether Second Amendment rights extend beyond your home.

I predict that a writ of certioriari will be issued for one or more of these cases and that we will get a decision sooner rather than later.

(Actually, if the Court agrees this summer to hear one or more of these cases, we can expect a final decision on the underlying issue in 2021.)

So if you own a handgun and you are reading this, wondering why this legal mumble-jumble should matter to you, a decision on the ultimate issue in this case could determine whether you will continue to have a statutory right in Illinois to have a conceal and carry permit or, for that matter, whether you can even take your handgun

EMY MARTINEZ (COONROD) Graduating top of her eighth grade class!

outside your home for target practice or whatever.

If the majority of the US Supreme Court rules that your Second Amendment rights regarding handguns do not extend beyond your home, you can bet that your conceal and carry permit, if you have one, will eventually be taken away in Illinois along with some additional restrictions as to handguns.

––––––––––––––––––– Q Bill Hoagland has practiced law in Alton for more than 50 years, but he has spent more than 70 years hunting, fishing and generally being in the great outdoors. His wife, Annie, shares his love of the outdoor life. Much of their spare time is spent on their farm in Calhoun County.

Bill can be reached at billhoagland70@gmail.com.

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learning how to not let these things bother you, then I can give you some good places to start. First of all, think about some of your friends who are fighting cancer.

Then think about some who have just buried a loved one who died entirely too soon and unexpected.

Next, allow your mind to walk the halls of the veteran’s hospitals where young men and women are learning to use new mechanical limbs that replaced the ones that were blown off in the latest war. Are you ashamed yet?

Does it really matter that your son accidentally sat on your Oakley sunglasses?

I can remember going to a church service one Sunday morning. I spent a little extra time trying to get the wrinkles out of a shirt that I wanted to wear. I arrived, sat in a seat, and was greeted by my granddaughter who

wanted me to hold her.

I did (of course).

W e hugged, s u n g together, and just held one another for a few minutes.

After I sat her down, I noticed my shirt. It was perfectly wrinkled. I was reminded again, sometimes things don’t always go as you planned. Most of time, they go better.

––––––––––––––––––– Q Gary has three books that are compilations of the articles he has written for nearly 15 years. He also speaks at game dinners and men’s groups for churches and associations. You can contact him at gary@outdoortruths.org.

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Most of the time these are minor and not worth mentioning. On other occasions they are more climatic, and the setbacks are longer. Not only do accidents happen during our outdoor activities but they also happen in our everyday lives.

Again, most of the time, they are minor inconveniences that are soon forgotten about.

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CHURCH/LOCALS

Wednesday, May 20, 2020

Assembly of God Church

Glasgow Baptist Church

27 West Cherry Street Pastor Cindy Colbert 217-742-3311 Sunday School – 9:30 am Morning Worship – 10:30 am Everyone welcome

217-473-4110 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m.

Evening Worship - 6 p.m.

Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study 6 p.m.

Office open 3rd Wednesday of each month from 2:30-5:30 p.m.

Alsey Baptist Church Sunday School-9:30 a.m.

Worship Service-10:30 a.m.

Youth Group-7 p.m. on Wednesday Grades 6th-12th Pastor Jeff Daak

Bloomfield Baptist Church Pastor Mark Norris 217-473-1967

Bluffs Baptist Church 112 S. Rodgers St. P.O. Box 231 Bluffs, IL 62621

Christ Lutheran Church 125 W. Jefferson 217-742-3919 Rev. Richard Harre, Vacancy Pastor

Cornerstone Baptist Church 226 Cornerstone Drive Winchester, IL 62694 Church Phone: 217-742-8000 Pastor Ted Rhoades: 217-742-5841

First Baptist Church of Winchester Pastor Bill Baughman Church: 217-742-3480 Email: fbcwinchesteril@gmail.com Website: fbcwinchester.com Office hours: Monday – Thursday 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.

First Christian Church 20 N. Main 8JODIFTUFS *- t fccwin@irtc.net Pastor Alan Bradish First Sunday Fellowship with coffee and donuts 9 a.m.

Children’s Sunday School during service Sunday Worship 10 a.m.

Bible Study 2nd-5th Sundays 9:15 (while interest continues)

Freedom Family Worship Center 428 N. Commercial, Winchester 217-883-3763 Pastor Gary Wells (Non-Denominational) Morning Worship 10 am Children's Sunday School during Service Country Gospel (Potluck 1st and 3rd Sundays) Come Expecting a Blessing!

Everyone Welcome

Grace Baptist Church Terry Beauchamp- Pastor 224-326-4551 Corner of Cherry and Maple Winchester, IL 62694 Sunday Services 9:30 a.m. and worship 10:30 a.m.

Manchester Baptist Church 404 East Street Manchester, IL 62663 Pastor Shawn at 217-587-2761

New Song Ministries 1465 Exeter Road Bluffs Pastor David VanGiesen 217-754-3718 Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m.

Childrens Church - 10 a.m.

Wednesday Prayer and Bible Study - 6:30 p.m.

Pleasant Hill Baptist Church Route 106 - One mile south of Alsey Pastor Eric Kirgan 217-742-3202 Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Evening Worship 6 p.m.

Everyone Always Welcome

St. Mark’s Catholic Church Winchester, IL

Winchester United Methodist Church at Work!

20 N. Walnut Winchester, IL 62694 217-742-3610 Pastor: Rev. Robin R. Lyons Email: winchesterumc@frontier.com Parsonage: 217-742-3320 Worship Service Recordings on: winchesterilumc.org/multimedia

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Scott County has college grads Elle Cox, daughter of Jack and Gloria Cox of Winchester, recently graduated, Summa Cum Laude, from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville with a bachelors degree in language pathology and audiology.

Elicia Evans, daughter of Leland and Dawn Evans of Winchester graduated from Southern Illinois University with a master’’s degree speech language pathology.

Kaitlin Hubbert of Winchester,

daughter of Matt and Jen Hubbert graduated from the Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing and Health Services with a bachelor of science degree in nursing.

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BY PEGGY STURGEON CLEMONS, 742-3822

Hello from Alsey. This weather has been yucky. I am ready for some warm spring weather. Three hummingbirds are all I have.

They don’t like the weather either.

Remember our men and women in uniform and the leaders of our country in your prayers. Others on are prayer list are Gerald and Junia Day, Harold Jefferson, Rod and Connie Sturgeon, Keith Jefferson, Lois Hart, Michael Ryan and Judy Bigley.

Happy birthday to Richard Duffie on May 20, Carol Wells on May 21, Lea Ann Roberts, Jean Savage and Jack Lawless on May 22, Mandy Hatchel, Mike Palmer, Mike Davidson and Kent Caultus on May 23, Becca Massey, Betty Haward, Karter Moore, Beth Clevenger and Laura Fletcher on May 24, Chancey Parker and Lori Stater on May 25, Destiny Gansz and Jennifer Moore on May 26, Janie Adams, Derrek Tundel, Jim Riggs, Lori Duffie, Raymond Jef-

ferson and Quint Jefferson on May 27 and Cathy Begley on May 28.

Happy annivrsary to Gary and Debbie Wells on May 23, Bill and Violia Davis on May 28.

That’s all folks. Have a good week. Be a friend to someone in need this week.

Stay healthy!

WINCHESTER

BY IRENE TREECE 217-371-1386

Hello Scott County It is so rainy most days we are not only under stay at home orders but we may as well be under house arrest. It feels like it with all the rain I am surprised the farmers could get any crops planted. The crops are starting to come up and everything looks so green.

I see the nasty gnats are already back to torture us another spring and summer along with everything else.

I have been watching a series of shows with the most beautiful scenery and some of the largest houses I have seen for average working people to live in. It is called Midsomer Murders. It seems

every episode has at least three murders if that keeps on there will be no one left in the villages by the time the series ends.

I found something that helps ease the misery of arthritis. Thyme tea certainly helps with the hand cramps caused by arthritis. The fresh green thyme purchased in the produce department makes the best. One stem steeped in hot water with a tablespoon of honey makes a world of difference.

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In the Furnace and on the Anvil Alsey Baptist Church Jeff Daak, Pastor

Sandridge Baptist Church

Barrow Baptist Church Gerald Day, Pastor

New Beginnings Church 742-3459

Bloomfield Baptist Church

Winchester United Methodist Church Rev. Robin Lyons Church: (217) 742-3610 Home: (217) 742-3320

Cornerstone Baptist Church 742-5841 Friendship Primitive Baptist Church Pleasant Hill Baptist Church Eric Kirgan, Pastor Manchester Baptist Church (217) 587-2761 or 4211

St. Mark’s Church 742-5224 Winchester Assembly of God Pastor Cindy Colbert 217-742-3311 Glasgow Baptist Church (217) 742-3680

Manchester Methodist Church Rev. Robin Lyons 217-742-3320 First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) First Baptist Church Church: (217) 742-3480 East Union Baptist Church Grace Baptist Church Terry Beauchamp Christ Lutheran Church 742-3919 Church of the New Song Church 217-754-3617

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“Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.�

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ften in life we feel that we are either in the furnace and being burned up or on the anvil and being hammered. Perhaps this metaphor is apt. In order to grow and develop we may need to be heated to the melting point and then pounded into shape. The trials and tribulations of life are often sources of growth and development, if only we can learn from them. This can be an easy thing to accept in the cool of the afternoon, when things are going smoothly and we have time to reflect, or even when the trials and tribulations are small and are better described as irritants.

As the trials grow and increase in size from mere irritants into serious problems—car crashes, deaths, and job losses—it becomes increasingly more difficult to affirm them as

opportunities for growth. It may, at times, be wrong to think of them this way, as it would be heartless to say that someone’s loss of a loved one or a cancer diagnosis is an opportunity to grow and develop. But inwardly, we sometimes have to believe this, to believe that God is shaping us for higher things through this cosmic furnace and anvil. Otherwise, we despair. How strange and wonderful are the ways of God. –Christopher Simon

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Winchester, Illinois

After the Armed Forces Business ownership appeals to veterans seeking post-military careers

FEATURE/PUBLIC NOTICE/CLASSIFIEDS PUBLIC NOTICE

ADOPTION NOTICE In the Matter of the Adoption of Zander Jay Robert Rogers, a male child.

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NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the tentative amended budget for Winchester CUSD #1 was placed on public display on May 7, 2020 in the AdministraWLYH 2I¿FH ORFDWHG DW 6RXWK Elm Street in Winchester. The budget may also be viewed on the district’s website at www. winchesterschools.net Further, the Board of Education will conduct a public hearLQJ RQ WKH DPHQGed budget at 6:15 PM on June LQ WKH $GPLQLVWUDWLYH 2I¿FH

TO THOMAS JAMES MORRISON AND ALL WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: Take notice that a petition was ÂżOHG in the Circuit Court of Scott County, Illinois, for the adoption of a child named Zander Jay Robert Rogers.

Now, therefore, unless you, Thomas James Morrison and DOO ZKRP LW PD\ FRQFHUQ ÂżOH your answer to the Petition in the action or otherwise ÂżOH your appearance therein, in the said Circuit Court of Scott County, 35 East Market Street, Winchester, Illinois [62694], on or before the 24th day of June, 2020, a default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said Petition.

Staci J. Evans Clerk of the Circuit Court

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PUBLIC NOTICE CANCELATION OF SCOTT COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS’ MEETING Due to the increasing concerns about the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak, and to help protect the health and safety of our employees, Board members, and the general public, the Board of Commissioners’ Regular Meeting scheduled at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 28th, 2020 at the SCHA Administration Of¿FH KDV EHHQ FDQFHOHG

BY: /s/ Shannon Garrett deputy.

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Once their service ends, veterans often expect to start a new career. In many cases, the same skills and characteristics that helped make them successful in the military, such as ambition and a drive to succeed, make veterans uniquely suited for entrepreneurial endeavors like business ownership.

Franchising is a path toward business ownership that requires strong leadership skills, so veterans are often some of the most qualified and successful prospective franchise owners. According to the Veterans Transition Franchise Initiative (VetFran), a strategic initiative of the International Franchise Association and the Franchise Education and Research Foundation, at least 97% of franchisors believe veterans would make excellent franchisees; 70% have brought on a veteran franchisee or employee in the last year alone. “The skills veterans develop through their military experience are integral to pursuing a new career,� said Tim Davis, president of The UPS Store, Inc. and former U.S. Marine Corps captain and Gulf War veteran. “Franchising presents a great opportunity for veterans to utilize the unique skillsets they developed in the service while also developing additional traits necessary for business ownership.�

Leadership. Work ethic. Discipline. These qualities are exactly what help more than 200 veteran The UPS Store franchisees succeed.

Q Working as a team: The success of an organization relies on its members working together and a recognition that the business is greater than the sum of its parts. Many veterans learn to rely on their fellow service men and women; franchise owners must embrace teamwork at multiple levels, from employees of the local franchise to the franchise’s national and regional leadership team.

Q Executing a plan: Although a franchise owner typically has access to a proven business model and ongoing support, executing the plan is the franchisee’s responsibility. Putting the pieces together and developing a working business plan requires an entrepreneurial approach similar to the military training veterans received.

Q Thriving under pressure: Things don’t always go according to plan, and service members possess the training and discipline to remain calm in pressure-filled situations.

For best results when navigating situations like disgruntled customers or employees, a level-headed approach often prevails.

Q Working hard to accomplish a goal: Not all business owners have the level of commitment and work ethic necessary to accomplish their entrepreneurial goals. Service members are trained to understand the requirements of a mission and work diligently to achieve them.

Financing a franchise dream Through its participation in VetFran, The UPS Store, Inc., makes it easier for veterans to attain their postmilitary professional goals.

For example, its “Mission: Veteran Entrepreneurship� program offers nearly $300,000 in financial incentives to assist qualified U.S. military veterans in opening their own franchise locations. In addition, the first 10 eligible veterans to submit a complete buyer’s application packet and initial application fee by Nov. 11 will receive a waiver for their franchise license fees.

Before You Buy a Franchise Becoming a franchise owner is a big decision, which means it’s important to thoroughly research potential opportunities and carefully review all the available documents. In most cases, you will have an interview with the franchisor, which is not only a chance for him or her to assess your abilities but also for you to ask questions like these that can give you more perspective.

1. How mature is the brand?

Some franchise systems are backed by a nationally renowned brand name and decades of franchise experience. A mature brand with a proven track record of success can be especially beneficial for a first-time business owner.

2. Will training be provided?

A good franchise will be committed to helping you succeed by providing the tools and training necessary to get you started on the right foot. The best franchise opportunities will offer a comprehensive training program that covers more than just basic operational procedures, but also provides ongoing assistance. Ask if there is a support team you can reach out to with questions. Also find out how the brand’s franchisees work collaboratively to learn from one another and help each other succeed.

3. How stable is the industry?

It’s impossible to guarantee the success of a business regardless of the state of the economy. However, some industries are more recession-resistant than others. Those that offer essential products and services that remain in demand or those that flourish due to tough economic conditions are typically among the best franchise opportunities. If you’re exploring opening a franchise business as a means of controlling your own employment and financial security, consider an industry that can thrive even in the face of market volatility.

4. What type of marketing, advertising and promotion do you provide?

While you can generally expect to receive marketing assistance and grand opening guidance when first opening a franchise business, the type of marketing and advertising support provided beyond that can vary greatly among franchisors.

5. What is the total short and long-term financial commitment?

It’s important to discuss all initial and ongoing fees in depth with the franchisor before committing to buy.

Keep in mind that you will also need enough operating capital to support the business until it breaks even. The franchisor should be able to give you an idea of how long it typically takes franchisees in the network to become profitable.

6. Do you offer funding, incentives or deals?

The costs associated with opening a franchise business can be a significant factor in finding the right opportunity. Some franchisors offer financing options, as well as special incentives for veterans, women and minorities; certain business models; or opening a location in specific geographic areas.

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A peace treaty was signed between England and France over the town of Gascony.

Cola di Rienzo took the title of tribune in Rome.

In Spain, Christopher Columbus died in poverty.

Hernando Cortez defeated Spanish troops that had been sent to punish him in Mexico.

England passed the Act of Grace, forgiving followers of James II. John Sobieski became Poland’s first King.

Britain’s Parliament passed the Coercive Acts to punish the American colonists for their increasingly anti-British behavior North Carolina became the first colony to declare its independence. This is the date that is on the George state flag even though the date of this event has been questioned.

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The fountain pen was patented by H.D. Hyde.

North Carolina became the eleventh

state to secede from the Union.

During the American Civil War, the capital of the Confederacy was moved from Montgomery, AL, to Richmond, VA. Levi Strauss began marketing blue jeans with copper rivets.

The International Bureau of Weights and Measures was established.

Jacob German of New York City became the first driver to be arrested for speeding. The posted speed limit was 12 miles per hour.

The U.S. military occupation of Cuba ended.

Cuba gained its independence from Spain.

Norman Rockwell’s first cover on “The Saturday Evening Post� appeared.

The U.S. Congress passed the Air Commerce Act. The act gave the Department of Commerce the right to license pilots and planes.

Charles Lindbergh took off from New York to cross the Atlantic for Paris aboard his airplane the “Spirit of St. Louis.� The trip took 33 1/2 hours.

The first airplane was catapulted from a dirigible.

Amelia Earhart took off to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean. She became the

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The first telecast over telephone wires was sent from Madison Square Garden to the NBC-TV studios at 30 Rockefeller Center in Manhattan. The event was a bicycle race.

The first regular air-passenger service across the Atlantic Ocean began with the take-off of the “Yankee Clipper� from Port Washington, New York.

Germany invaded Crete by air.

Japan completed the conquest of Burma.

A white mob attacked the Freedom Riders in Montgomery, AL. The event prompted the federal government to send U.S. marshals.

U.S. and South Vietnamese forces captured Apbia Mountain, which was referred to as Hamburger Hill.

100,000 people marched in New York supporting U.S. policies in Vietnam.

Mavis Hutchinson, at age 53, became the first woman to run across America. It took Hutchinson 69 days to run the 3,000 miles.

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The FBI arrested U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer John Walker. Walker had begun spying for the Soviet Union in 1968.

Radio Marti was launched.

The Hubble Space Telescope sent back its first photographs.

The final episode of “Cheers� was aired on NBC-TV. The U.S. Supreme Court struck down a Colorado measure banning laws that would protect homosexuals from discrimination.

At Heritage High School in Conyers, GA, a 15-year-old student shot and injured six students. He then surrendered to an assistant principal at the school.

Scientists announced that they had created a functional synthetic genome.

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Winchester, Illinois

2020 WINCHESTER HIGH SCHOOL

GRADUATION

SENIORS JOHN (JACK) ALBERS

LAUREL ALBERS

SAM AYALA

KAILEIGH BRIM

SHAWN BROWN

KEYNAN CLEVENGER

BLAYNE COLVIN-MOORE

HUNTER COULTAS

GABE COX

HALIE DANIEL

ALLIE DAVIDSON

ELI EVANS

RACHEAL EVANS

RYAN FROST

JAEDEN HETTINGER

KADEN HOLMES

ISABELLA HOOTS

COLE HOWARD

JULIE KESTERSON

WHITNEY KUNZ

MILLIE LASHMETT

SHAYLEE LOMELINO

BAILEY MASON

WILL MCDADE

Jack Albers is the son of Molly Traw and John Albers. Jack plans to attend college and major in Business Management.

Laurel Albers is the daughter of Randi and Adam Albers. Laurel plans to attend Lincoln Land Community College, earn her Associate’s Degree in Art and then transfer to a four year college and continue in an art program.

Samantha Cheyanne Ayala is the daughter of Donna Large and Troy Scoggins. After high school she plans to attend Western Illinois University in order to pursue a degree in Nursing.

Kaileigh Brim is the daughter of Ronette and Michael Brim. Kaileigh plans on attending Lincoln Land Community College and then plans to transfer to ISU. Shawn Brown is the son of Jeremy and Tina Brown.

After high school Shawn plans on going to LLCC to complete the CDL program.

Keynan Clevenger is the son of Nick and Amanda Clevenger. After high school his future plans include attending Lincoln Land Community College and majoring in business.

Blayne Austin Colvin-Moore is the son of Althea Moore and Late Tom Colvin. After high school his plans include attending lineman school as well as joining the National Guard.

Hunter Riggs Coultas, is the son of Lori and Matt Coultas. Hunter plans on attending Illinois College and later the University of Illinois to study physics and civil engineering.

Gabriel Cox is the son of Jill and Tony Cox. Gabriel plans on attending John Wood Community College to pursue studies in accounting and be a member of the men’s basketball team.

Halie E. Daniel is the daughter of Diane and Chad Daniel. Halie plans on joining the AirForce.

Alexandria Davidson is the granddaughter of Veda Baker. Her future plans are to study Auto Mechanics at Lincoln Land Community College.

Eli Evans is the son of Melissa and Tim Evans. Eli plans on attending Lincoln Land Community College and getting an Associates Degree in Criminal Justice. Eli then plans on becoming a police officer.

Racheal Evans is the daughter of Lacie and Rodney Evans. Racheal plans on attending Lincoln Land Community College then transferring to IC to become an elementary school teacher.

Ryan Frost is the son of Doni Cooney and the late Robert Frost. Ryan plans on attending Lincoln Land Community College and transferring to get a computer networking Bachelor of Science Degree.

Jaeden Hettinger is the son of Margie and Danny Hettinger. Jaeden plans to go to college and get a degree in Computer Programming and be hired as a computer programmer.

Whitney Kunz is the daughter of Abe and Krista Kunz. Her future plans include attending University of Illinois in Champaign while majoring in Community Health.

Amelia Lashmett is the daughter of Jackson and Sarah Lashmett. After high school she plans to attend University of Illinois and major in Agriculture Communications.

Shaylee R. (Gauges) Lomelino is the daughter of Rebecca and Josh Clemons. Shaylee plans on attending the University of Iowa to pursue a degree in Speech Pathology.

Bailey Mason is the daughter of Scott and Nichole Mason. After high school she will attend Lincoln Land Community College for two years and then transfer to a university to study nursing.

William McDade is the son of Tracey and James McDade. William plans to “take off this summer and work.” Starting sometime around August he plans on going to boot camp. Upon returning home he will obtain a job and the following semester start attending school.

Kaden Holmes is the son of Jessica and Josh Holmes. Kaden plans to graduate from high school.

Isabella Hoots is the daughter of Brad and Angela Hoots. Her future plans include attending Lincoln Land Community College for two years and then transferring to a four year university.

Cole Aaron Howard is the son of Greg and Julie Howard. Cole plans to attend a college and major in athletic training.

Julie Kesterson is the daughter of Stephanie Paul and Josh Kesterson. Julie plans to join the military and go to college for pharmacy.

Congratulations Class of 2020!

Congratulations Graduates!

Wishing you all a successful future.

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Winchester, Illinois

2020 WINCHESTER HIGH SCHOOL

SENIORS

RIAN NEFF

ADAM RATLIFF

HAYDEN SHULL

CARSON SMITH

HANNAH SMITH

JACOB SPENCER

JANESSA STICE

BRANDON STROHECKER

KYLE SUTTON

MELANIE TRUSLER

SIERIA TURNER

CLINT WAID

KAILEY WHICKER

Riannan Neff is the daughter of Jen and John Neff. Riannan’s future plans include attending Belmont University to major in music business.

larger school afterwards in order to major in Elementary Education and minor in Theatre.

Adam Ratliff is the son of James M. Ratliff and Gina D. Brickey. His future plans include joining the United States Marine Corps and becoming an aviation mechanic.

Janessa Stice is the daughter of Marie and Jerry Stice. Janessa plans to work with engineering after high school.

Hayden Shull is the son of Julia and David DeGroot and Matthew Shull. His future plans are undecided.

Carson Smith is the son of Brooke Smith and Lance Smith. He plans to attend Lincoln Land Community College and major in Civil Engineering then transfer to a four-year university to continue his education.

Hannah Smith is the daughter of Shanna Smith and Bryan Smith. Hannah plans to attend Lincoln Land Community College for two years and transfer to a

Jacob Spencer is the son of Dina and Jeff Spencer.

Jacob plans to study something computer related this fall at Lincoln Land Community College.

Clint Ryan Waid is the son of Melinda Waid and Drew Weder. After high school Clint plans to obtain a job in order to save money so he can go to school to be an auto mechanic.

Kailey Christine Whicker is the daughter of Chris and Amy Whicker. After high school she will attend Lincoln Land Community College to earn an Associates Degree in Nursing.

Brandon Strohecker is the son of Gayle and Matt Strohecker. After high school his future plans include going into the workforce and becoming a mechanic.

Congratulations

Kyle Sutton is the son of Amy and Todd Sutton.

Kyle plans to attend a four year college or university and major in the engineering field.

to the 2020 graduates

Melanie Trusler is the daughter of Dawn and Truet Trusler. After high school her plans include attending college or culinary school.

Sierra Elizabeth Eileen Turner is the daughter of Jessica and Donald Turner. Sierra plans to earn her CNA license and then earn her Associates degree in Nursing. She may then get her Bachelors in Genetics.

2020 BLUFFS HIGH SCHOOL

SENIORS

Ethan Buhlig

Matthew Butcher

Camree Coats

Drew Evans

Ashley Fearneyhough

Ethan Hance

Caleigh Jones

Tristen Kingery-Brown

Allen Preston

Triston Preston

Ashton Rigg

Abby Schone

Jonathan Shaw

Annie Smothers

Lillian Willis

Isaiah Winkelman

Coby Zimmerman

Ethan Buhlig is the son of Stacey and Diana Buhlig.

Caleigh Jones is the daughter of Travis and Becky Fearneyhough.

Jonathan Shaw is the son of Mark Shaw.

Matthew Butcher is the son of Jim and Stacy Albers.

Tristen Kingery-Brown is the son of David and Alliis the son Kingery, Emily Brown.

Annie Smothers is the daughter of Dennis and Tanya Daniels.

Camree Coats is the daughter of Clay and Becky Coats.

Allen Preston is the son of Chris and Misty Preston.

Lillian Willis is the daughter of Rick and Chrissy Willis, Devin and Heather Smock.

Triston Preston is the son of John and Beth Preston.

Isaiah Winkelman is the son of Gary and Autumn Winkelman.

Ashley Fearneyhough is the daughter of Melissa Fearneyhough and Mike Hester.

Ashton Rigg is the son of Shanna and Jarrod Rigg.

Coby Zimmerman is the son of Jais the son and Courtney McEvers, Brock Zimmerman.

Ethan Hance is the son of BJ and Lori Hance.

Abby Schone is the daughter of Scott and Lisa Schone.

Drew Evans is the son of Keith and Dina Evans.

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