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Scott County Times WEDNESDAY, JULY 17, 2019

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See page A2 31st LashmettSmith reunion.

See page A3 Winchester looking at possibility of arts center.

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By CARMEN ENSINGER Scott County Times The first step to creating a tax levy to fund the Winchester EMS was unanimously passed by the Scott County Commissioners at their July 1 meeting.

According to Scott County Board Chairman Bob Schafer, this was just one of several steps the EMS will have to take before the tax levy ever becomes a reality. “All we did was pass and move it forward so not it still has to go through the process of getting the concensus of the municipalities that are going

to be in this proposed district,� he said. “Then we will have to send notices out to all of the parcel owners in the proposed district and then we will set a public hearing for comments and then it would go forward from there.�

The EMS is seeking a tax levied on land owners to pay for the EMS service. Since its inception 30 years ago, the ambulance service has always been funded through donations, fees for calls and fundraisers. The ambulance has been staffed by volunteer labor.

The amount of the levy has yet to be determined. “I think they are wanting

“There has been way too many issues already so we are not putting anything out there until we know it is right,�

Randy Dolen EMS Board President to generate around $260,000 a year to help fund the service,�

Schafer said. “The specific amount that would be levied on property owners would depend on the assessed valuation and the rate would be determined in order to raise that amount of money.�

The tax would be levied on property owners in Winchester, Alsey, Glasgow and Manchester and before the EMS must receive a consensus from those municipalities before moving forward with the levy. “I don’t know whether

those municipalities would have the option to opt out of the district or what,� Schafer said. “I don’t know what will happen if they say no or what that would mean – I just know our passing this allows them to move forward to this next step, which is getting the consensus from these towns.�

Winchester EMS Board President Randy Dolen said current they are not sure what the next step is. “We have a meeting set up with our lawyer to see what the next step is,� he said. “there has been too much supposi(See, AMBULANCE, A2)

Pick your Winchester picnic favorites early

By BETH ZUMWALT Scott County Times A full day of events has been scheduled for Saturday’s Winchester Community Picnic.

The day starts early with car show registration beginning at 7:30 and the the show on the square opens at 9.

Organizer Terry Aossey says he is expecting more than 200 cars and if so, this will be one of the biggest in the show’s seven year history. There is no admission fee to the public nor to those wishing to display a car in the show.

The parade will start at the high school at 10 a.m. and will finish at the fairgrounds.

Food stands and the Grotto Bus will

open at 11 and at 11:30 the pageant contestants will be introduced on stage.

At noon, Gianna Hines and her guitar will be on stage for the crowd’s entertainment.

The kids area featuring face painting, Nolan’s petting zoo, games, lego contest and Full Moon pony ride s will be open from 1-4 p.m.

The Little Miss pageant will begin at 2 p.m. and the announcement of the Lego contest winner will be announced at 2:45 p.m.

The Junior Miss will be crowned at 3 p.m. and raffle winners will be announced at 3:30.

The 2019 Miss Winchester will be crowned during the pageant which begins at 4 p.m.

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Six young ladies are vying for the title of Little Miss Winchester for 2019 in the pageant that will take place Saturday, July 20 at the Fairgrounds in conjunction with the Winchester Community Picnic. Left to right: Maura Moore, Sasha McCurley, Sophia Carmean, 2018 Little Miss Winchester McKynlee Price, Brynn Evans and Lilyann Renner. Absent from photo was Lily Freeman.

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Three young ladies will be vying for the title of 2019 Miss Winchester this year with the crowning set to take place Saturday afternoon during the Winchester Community Picnic. 2018 Miss Winchester Kacie McCleery, right right, will crown one of these young ladies as her successor for the coming year to represent the town of Winchester at community events. Left to right: Darcie Weder, Bailey Mason and Megan Strang.

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One of these lucky young ladies will take home the crown of Jr. Miss Winchester at the annual pageant Saturday afternoon at the fairgrounds during the Winchester Community Picnic. 2018 Jr. Miss Winchester Alli Peterson, right, will pass her crown onto either Olivia Krashaar-Bingeman or Kylie Clayton

Rick Crews announces candidacy for Scott County State’s Attorney Attorney Rick Crews, a resident of Winchester, has announced his candidacy for the Republican nomination for Scott County States Attorney. “For a number of years individuals have approached Laurie and I about possibly running for the position of State’s Attorney in Scott County,� Crews said.�Laurie, our son, Eli, and I decided, as a family, that I would announce my candidacy following Mike Hill’s announcement that he would not be seeking re-election.�

Crews graduated from Sangamon State University in 1992 and received his law degree from the University of Tulsa in December, 1994. He began his legal career as an assistant state’s attorney in Sangamon County before working

privately and as a Morgan County public defender from 1998 to 2004. From 2004 to the present, Crews has been a partner in the law firm of Thomson, McNeely & Crews, P.C. Crews enjoys working in the community. He is a member of the Winchester American Legion and the Winchester United Methodist Church. He served in the United States Army 82nd Airborne Division, 313th Military Intelligence Battalion.

Crews says he intends to make use of his knowledge and experience in representing the citizens of Scott County to the best of his ability. “I believe that my broad range of legal experience as a prosecutor, public defender, mediator and law partner has prepared me

RICK CREWS for the position of Scott County State’s Attorney,�

Crews said. “I have taken to trial hundreds of civil cases as well as criminal cases ranging from petty offenses to first degree murder. I have the ability to be fair and honest in dealing with victims and defendants. I believe the best prosecutors are those who are fair and decisive from a legal perspective, yet attentive to the victims.�

Bluffs lunch program ends year in the red

By CARMEN ENSINGER Scott County Times It is not an unlikely occurrence – in fact most districts ultimately lose money on their school lunch programs. So, it is not if with the program ends up in the red – the question is how much in the red does the program end up in.

Bluff’s Superintendent Kevin Blankenship said the program lost just under $5,000 this year. “Actually, this is probably the lowest it has been and well within the acceptable range for the district when it is all said and done,� he said. “It is something we anticipate so it doesn’t come as any big surprise.�

Like many small rural districts, Bluffs takes part in the Community Eligibility Program which provides a free breakfast and lunch to each and every student in the district, regardless of their family’s income. “All of our kids eat for free

and then we just reimbursed back from the United States Department of Agriculture who administers the program,�

Blankenship said. “Schools that adopt this program are reimbursed using a formula based on the percentage of students eligible for free meals base don their participation in other programs, such as SNAP.�

Even though they lose money, being a part of the program is the lesser of two evils. “All school districts are required to have a lunch program and we are losing less money with that program than we were before,� Blankenship said. “So if we were not a part of the program we would probably be losing a lot more money because in the end you have about the same labor costs and food costs.�

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OPINION/NEWS

Winchester, Illinois

Outdoor Truths: Gary Miller

FISHING, FIRST MOMENTS TAKE UP THEIR OWN FILE IN MY MIND

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All ears on the speaker The weekly story hour at Winchester Public Library featured Dorinda Miller and her daughter Frannie Suhre volunteering to do the program on animals last week which caught all the children’s attention.

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Sitting at attention These three young ladies were all ears for the story during Winchester Public Library Story Hour last week. Left to right: Skylar Suhre, K.P. Barnett and Cadence Thady.

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(Continued from A1) pate in the program or not but the number of students who participate in the meal program would determine the cost of the meal.

“What would happen is you would have less students eating because they have to pay for the meal,” Blankenship said. “We still have to pay the labor – the only variable would be the food and if you have less people paying to eat, you have to make up for that by the price of the meal. We would end up having to charge $3 to $4 for a lunch if we were not a part of this program.”

But that is not to say that the district is powerless to control the losses.

“One of the things districts typically try to manage is how much money they lose,” Blankenship said. “We try to get quotes from the various

food vendors that is going to allow us to break as even as possible.”

In addition to the bread and milk which are standard items for the meals, districts have the options of going with several food vendors for the food items.

“Most of the food vendors offer a variety of different price foods - they offer six or different types of hamburger patties that are all different in price. Of course some taste better than others, but district go with what they can afford,” Blankenship said. “You can get a slice of pizza that costs 50 cents or you can get one that costs $2 a slice but only the wealthier districts can afford the $2 slice. But we do our best to manage this and offer a variety to the kids.”

The board gave Blankenship the authorization to start

on the budget and a budget hearing has been set for Sept.

9 prior to the regular monthly board meeting.

In personnel action, the board: Q Approved the hiring of Spencer Range as an assistant principal/English teacher for the Jr./Sr. High.

Q Approved resignation of Brady Shelts for JH baseball.

Q Terminated Levi Haverfield as a summer worker.

Q Approved resignation of Magoline Middleton, 5th grade teacher.

Q Approved Kelsey Street, assistant volleyball coach.

Q Approved Justin Hartley, assistant football coach.

Q Approved the following volunteer football coaches: John Borgans, Jeremy Sharrow, Mark Clayton, Cameron Kemper, Luk Weder, Kobie Hoover, Chaz Walker and Wes Lashmett.

(Continued from A1) tion, lies and slander and other stuff going on over this deal and things taken out of context and we are not doing anything until we talk to our lawyer.”

Dolen would not say who their legal council was other than it was an attorney out of Alton who deals with issues such as these.

He did say that they are trying to do everything by the book.

“There has been way too many issues already so we are not putting anything out there until we know it is right,” he said. “Until he tells us what our next move is we are not going to do anything.”

Dolen said there has been way too many character attacks and everything else been posted on Facebook.

“It’s not been a good situation and it has been said that it is already a done deal and it is not,” he said. “Nobody is going behind anybody’s back and we are not covering anything up nor are we hiding anything but we are going to make damn sure everything is right when it is all said and done.”

Back in March, States Attorney Mike Hill said there were two options available to address the funding issue.

The Commissioners could agree to proceed with the special service area and all land owners within this area would receive a letter advising them of the situation, which is what they opted.

Once landowners receive this letter, a public hearing will be held and if 51 percent of the people do not object, the service area will go into effect.

Or, the Commissioners could choose to put the issue on the ballot at which time it would appear on the spring 2020 ballot, leaving the ambulance to function with its current revenue stream for another year.

The ambulance handled 317 calls last year for an average of around 26 calls per year.

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The combination of sight and sound can at times be just too much for nearby bass to ignore. And for the fisherman, the crash of water just behind that bait can also be as addictive as well. Once you see and hear that unique moment, you will place it in its own mental compartment, and nothing will ever join it.

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for certain types of pictures or documents and only finding one picture or document that fits in the folder. In one way you are hoping for other occasions to add to the folder, but it seems that nothing ever fits like that first file.

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The Winchester United Methodist Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support group will meet Saturday, July 20, at 9 a.m. at 20 North Walnut, Winchester. The group meets in the Church’s Overflow Room.

All meetings are free and open to all caregivers in the surrounding area who help care for Alzheimer’s and dementia affected persons. Topic to be announced.

More information can be obtained by contacting Winchester United Methodist Church 217-742-3610 or Pam Hembrough at 217-473-6427.

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Wednesday, July 17, 2019

WINCHESTER

31st Lashmett-Smith reunion The 31st Lashmett-Smith Reunion was held Sunday June 23, at the Nimrod Funk Building in Winchester with 93 in attendance.

Geraldine Lashmett Agans and Lucille Lashmett Modglin were the oldest in attendance- both will celebrate their 90th birthdays this year. Hayes Dorsey was the youngest, and James Agans travelled the furthest.

Births were Isla Sophia Herring, Sept.

22, 2018, daughter of Clayton and Anne Herring; and Eslette Malin, Oct. 30, great granddaughter of Jeff and Wendy Lashmett and great-great granddaughter of Dan Lashmett.

Deaths were Leland Orr of St. Louis May 24, the grandson of Pat and Phoebe Lashmet and Marcus Randall of Springfield Feb. 19, the son of Lucille Lashmett Modglin.

High school graduates were Allie Lashmett, Lauren Sellars and Chaz Walker from Winchester High School; Maggie Marable from Pittsfield High School; and Grayson Slagle from Edwardsville High School.

College graduates included Abby Lashmett from University of Illinois, Sarah Sellars from Purdue University and Zach Lashmett from State Technical College of Missouri.

All enjoyed the Lashmett-Smith Family Tree banner made by Katy Lashmett. The

next reunion will be the third Sunday in June 2020 at the Nimrod Funk Building.

Attendees included: Donna Montgomery; Mary Pranger; Matt and Traci Lashmett; Andy and Lauren Sellars; Denny and GeorgAnn Devino,Thad,Dena, Mazi and Chaz Walker, Larry and Nancy Lashmett, Bob and Carol Sellars, Bobby and Julie Sellars; Tim Lashmett; Wes and Phillip Lashmett, Craig and Barb Lashmett; Dan Lashmett, Terry and Tristen Lashmett, Dan and Jamie Dorsey, Abby Lashmett and Brandon Whewell, Mark and Callie Reichart, Brad, Angie, Carter, Colin,Emma and Ethan Slagle, Jackson,Sarah, Millie, Jackie and Grace Lashmett, Ron and Linda Slagle; Chalmer and Loree Herring; Becky Lashmett- all of Winchester. Tim Smith, Jack and Dorothy Lashmett of Jacksonville, Jeff and Wendy Lashmett of Manchester, Barb Smith; Janet Smith Butler, Liz Lashmett; Lucille Lashmett Modglin of Springfield, John and Bonnie Petty, Jonas Petty,Chris Petty; Kate Petty Marable and children- Pittsfield, Gary and Judy Hallock, Joe, Tyan, Drew and Kate Hallock, Greefield Jordan, Erin, Macklin,Sutton and Hayes Dorsey- Edwardsville, Geraldine Lashmett Agans- Savoy. Jay AgansChampaign, James Agans- Madison Wisc.

Katy Lashmett- St. Louis,Mo.,Patrick Petty, Chatham, Ray and Mary Ann Hurst,Quincy,Pat and Phoebe Lashmett, Decatur.

Winchester looking at possibility of community arts center

By CARMEN ENSINGER Scott County Times There is no doubt about it, the community of Winchester has profited immensely from last year’s mapping project through Western Illinois University. The mapping project was to a strategic visioning, planning and implementation process where local residents come together to create an action plan for creating the community they envision.

The residents of Winchester spent five weeks last year doing just this. They identified certain goals, strategies and projects necessary to move the community forward as well as a plan for implementation.

Now, a year later, the committees formed from those mapping meetings are still active, most of them operating through the Winchester Civic Group which spearheaded the MAPPING program.

Jackie Kuchy, Vice President of the Winchester Civic Group, said they continue to look for ways to improve the Winchester community.

“It seems we are always talking about what is next for our community but we really need to sustain our momentum that we have had over the past year,” she said. “With this in mind, I would like to pose a question to the member of the Winchester community – how do we build and maintain a culture that offers the amenities of larger communities that will ultimately attract and retain citizens.”

That is a question that just about every small, rural community is asking.

“In my reflection, I would say it comes down to two key elements,” she said. “People who invest their time, energy and talents to enhance the culture and people who invest in our community through their patronage.”

Through the MAPPING program, there is already a big push towards enhancing the business climate as well as the recreational offerings of the community, but now Kuchy wants to see time and effort devoted to another area – the arts.

“This past week I was approached by a

local artist who is passionate about promoting the arts here in Winchester,” Kuchy said. “The proposed idea is to establish a community arts center. This space would be multifaceted and would allow for the implementation of many different things.”

Some of these include: Q Art classes, fairs, shows and gallery walks.

Q Live music and space for lessons.

Q Photography sessions and classes.

Q Rentable space to tutor, write, collaborate and create.

Q Storefront for local artists and makers.

Q Rentable space for special events such as meetings, birthdays, classes, and fundraisers.

“But the real questions comes down to can and will Winchester support such a leap of faith,” Kuchy said. “We would love to hear feedback from the community since this endeavor can only be successful with local backing.”

The response on social media was overwhelming.

“It would be nice to have something like this local,” Nicole Howard said. “We have so many talented people in Winchester I bet it could be done.”

Wendy Smith, who teaches yoga classes and whose husband is recording artist Stuart Smith who recently recorded an album in Nashville at the renowned Sun Studios, agreed.

“For such a small community we have an abundance of talented artists who are willing to share their time,” she said. “I also think that a ‘pretty’ or more ‘vibey’ space would be a great option.”

Jerry Littig was also excited about the prospect.

“Our family would definitely help and support anything with the theatrical arts and music,” he said. “So many communities and schools have all but done away with the music programs. There are too many hugely gifted kids that aren’t given the chance to discover and utilize the gifts they have.”

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BY IRENE TREECE 217-371-1386

Hello Scott County: Congratulations to some of our local youths for getting first, second, and third in the livestock showing at the Morgan County Fair.

Keep up the good work.

In place of remodeling the governor`s mansion in Springfield I wish, money,wasted on a place no one wants to live in, had been used to build a new bridge at Florence. A bridge like the one at Alton Illinois would be nice.and safe for the barge traffic as well.

The sweet corn from farmers market is awesome this year or maybe because it has been a year since we had fresh corn it tastes better,

either way it is good. The amount of rain this year certainly caused the peaches to grow. The Red Haven `s are usually a smaller peach but I purchased some quite large ones. Those are beautiful in a canning jar or freezer container really tasty for a pie or cobbler. too.

Don`t forget to check out the Farmer`s Market and enjoy the music on the square on Thursday night.

Stop and purchase a treat for yourself at the Shaved Ice Stand on the corner across from Farmer`s Bank so cool, refreshing and tasty.

Last Week`s Trivia - -The pressure is lower and the amount of oxygen avail-

able to the body is less.

A person will breathe harder . High altitudes can also cause fluid to leak from the capillaries in the lungs and brain , which can lead to fluid buildup and sickness.High altitude and low pressure can affect a persons ability to adapt causing shortness of breath, headaches, nausea, dizziness, loss of appetite, insomnia and sometimes coma or death.

Next Week`s Trivia - -Why Does The Pope change his name”

ALSEY

BY PEGGY STURGEON CLEMONS, 742-3822

Hello from Alsey- The heat sure stays with us. The corn crop seems to like it.

Remember our men and women in uniform and the leaders of our country in your prayer.

Others on our prayer list include: Dale Ford, Connie Sturgeon, Edna Layne, Elma Redmon, Keith Jefferson, Michael Ryan, Connie Riggs, Bob Hoots, Gail Sherwin, Alex Ford, Harold Jefferson, Norma McPherson, Josh Cannon, Dean Howard, Bill McNeece, Angie Schoondyke, Lloyd Eldred, Judy Cannon, and Dana Bushnell.

Happy birthday to, John Fryman, Austin Rueter, Devin Garrett, Kathy Simmons, Bob Jefferson, Debbie Marshall, and Yadi Molina on July 13. Justin Sipes, Kim Nicholson, and John Craig on July 14. Joe McCollom, Shirley Wright Jacquet, and Macrae Daak on July 15.

Mancel Day on July 16. Kyle French, Don Jefferson, and

Preston Adams on July 17.

Colton Fearneyhough, Barb O’Deil, and Karen Hatcher on July 18. Josh Slater on July 19. Pat Evan, Tammy Beck, and Anthony Gabriel Stice on July 23. Becky Wade on July 24. Tim Barber and Stephanie Nicholson on July 25.

Happy anniversary to Mouse and Carrie Newingham on July 14. Rick and Julie Moore on July 19. Rod and Corey Wynn on July 24.

Judy and Josh Cannon and Peggy Clemons enjoyed Sunday dinner at Main Street in White Hall.

Judy and Josh Cannon, Donna Daws and Peggy Clemons enjoyed supper at Mangia in Jacksonville.

Judy, Josh, and Laura Grace Cannon enjoyed lunch at the Pit Stop to celebrate Judy’s birthday.

The Alsey Burgoo Homecoming will be August 3, Parade at 10 a.m., kettle Service at 7 a.m., Home Depot projects for kids 11 a.m.-

1p.m., Little Miss and Mr., contest 6 p.m., Junior Miss Crowing is at 6:30 p.m., Queen crowning at 7 p.m., and hear say on stage 2:30-5:30 p.m. Several vendors on hand. Pleasant Hill Baptist Church will be giving away school supplies. Lemonade shake up’s by the Alsey Youth Group. Join us for a great day!

Peggy Clemons hosts a cook out on the 4 of July.

Guests included: Birdie and Chancey Sturgeon, Devin Parker, Judy and Josh Cannon, Rod and Connie Sturgeon, Jim Welsh, Ellen and Jessie Browns, and Drake Rueter. Among other things barbecue ribs and homemade ice cream were on the menu.

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

Cards of Thanks HOWARD The Howard family would like to extend the deepest of thank you to the Winchester Community surrounding Emma’s wellbeing.

All of the prayers, kind words, and support that our family and Emma has received are greatly appreciated. Our community may be small, but it is full of love and support which our family has been blessed with. A special thank you to Myalyns Boutique & Vinyl for creating the #EmmaStrong T-Shirts.

CARLTON A sincere thank you to my family and friends for making my 97th birthday so special. I have enjoyed the many cards, well wishes, beautiful flowers, balloons, phone calls and the Happy Birthday sing-along sang by the community at Music in the Park. The surprise party given by my family was so much fun and very much appreciated. I thank everyone who attended.

I wish a special blessing on each one of you who took the time to reach out to me. I have been very blessed through the years.

Sincerely, VermaLee (Susie) Carlton

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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

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.

Pastor Mark Norris 217-473-1967

Manchester Baptist Church

Bluffs Baptist Church

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

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 Sunday, July 21: Divine Service, 10:30a.m.

VOTERS MEETING after the service

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 Church: 217-742-3480 Email: fbcwinchester@frontier.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

IF YOU WOULD LIKE YOUR CHURCH NEWS LISTED PLEASE CALL US! 742-3313 Alsey Baptist Church Jeff Daak, Pastor Barrow Baptist Church Gerald Day, Pastor Bloomfield Baptist Church Cornerstone Baptist Church 742-5841 Friendship Primitive Baptist Church Pleasant Hill Baptist Church Eric Kirgan, Pastor Manchester Baptist Church (217) 587-2761 or 4211 Sandridge Baptist Church

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

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20 N. Walnut Rev. Robin R. Lyons: 217-742-3610 Email: winchesterumc@frontier.com Parsonage: 217-742-3320 This Week’s Opportunities Wednesday, July 17, 2019 Doorbell Dinners - WUMC Delivers Thursday, July 18, 2019 Doorbell Dinners - WUMC Delivers Friday, July 19, 2019 Doorbell Dinners - WUMC Delivers 5 p.m. United Methodist Men Cookout Set up - Douglas Park Saturday, July 20, 2019 8 a.m. WUMC Men’s Cookout and Winchester Homecoming 9 - 10:30 a.m. Scott County Alzheimer’s Support Group Sunday, July 21, 2019 8:15 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship Time 9 a.m. Worship 10:05 a.m. Sunday School —————————— Coming Events 8/25 WUMC 185th Celebration & Meal

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New Beginnings Church 742-3459 Winchester United Methodist Church Rev. Robin Lyons Church: (217) 742-3610 Home: (217) 742-3320

Obituary Esta Lou Hubbert Esta Lou Hubbert slipped the bonds of this world July 15, after 101 years of vibrant life. Mrs. Hubbert, Esta Lou and to many of us, our beloved Granny Lou, played an important part in countless lives. She will be missed dearly.

She was born April 7, 1918 in Scott County the daughter of the late Allen G. and Irene Killam McCullough. She married Russell D. Hubbert in 1938. She attended country school, graduated from Winchester High School and Mac Murray College.

She met life’s challenges with grace and tenacity.

She fondly and humorously recalled memories of beginning her teaching career in a one room school house and enjoyed many years as an educator in Winchester and Jacksonville. During World War II, she traveled with her son Dean, while her husband Russell trained as a

IRAP deer hunting application deadline is Aug. 23 The Illinois Department of Natural Resources today announced applications are being accepted for archery deer hunting on private land this October through the Illinois Recreational Access Program (IRAP). The application deadline for IRAP archery deer hunting opportunities is Aug. 23.

IRAP has more than 20,600 acres of private land leased for public access. At least 200 sites are available to the public for archery deer hunting for the month of October through IRAP in 30 counties, including Adams, Bureau, Calhoun, Christian, Clay, Coles, Franklin, Fulton, Greene, Hamilton, Jasper, Jersey, Johnson, Lee, Macoupin, Madison, Marion, McDonough, Monroe, Montgomery, Morgan, Pike, Pope, Sangamon, Schuyler, Scott, St. Clair, Wayne, Whiteside, and Williamson.

To participate, hunters must submit an application

by Aug. 23 to be eligible for the IRAP archery deer drawing. Applicants must have passed a hunter safety course (if born in 1980 or after), have a valid hunting license, and choose whether they prefer to hunt Oct. 1-15 or Oct. 16-31. IRAP is open to both resident and non-resident hunters. Youth hunters are encouraged to apply and are given preference in the lottery when sites are assigned.

“We are grateful to the landowners who allow public access on their property through the Illinois Recreational Access Program and realize the importance of Illinois’ hunting heritage,� said IDNR Director Colleen Callahan. “IRAP is a wonderful opportunity for us to partner with private landowners to provide for much-needed access for hunting and assist with improving the habitat on these private properties.�

Applications for IRAP Archery Deer Hunting sites can be found online at https://www.dnr.illinois. gov/conservation/IRAP/ Pages/Archery-Deer-Hunting.aspx Successful applicants will be notified by mail approximately three weeks before their assigned hunting period. The notice will include the location of their hunting site, a site map, and an IRAP site permit.

The IRAP program is funded through a Voluntary Public Access Habitat Improvement Program grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service. IRAP provides multiple public access opportunities, such as turkey, archery deer, small game, waterfowl, and upland bird hunting; pond and riverbank fishing; boat access on public waterways; and, access for hiking, birding and outdoor photography.

For more information, visit: http://www.dnr.illinois.gov/conservation/ IRAP/Pages/default.aspx or e-mail IRAP@illinois.gov.

ers who were blessed to know her. Preceding her in death were her husband Russell, son Cory and two brothers John and Allen McCullough.

Surviving is her son Dean (Jean) Hubbert of Winchester, daughter in law, Connie (Sid) Messamore of Jacksonville, seven grandchildren; Rusty (Cheryl) Hubbert of Evansville, Ind., Don (Pam) Hubbert of Winchester, Jon (Denise) Hubbert of Altoona, Ia., Christina Hubbert of Valparaiso, Ind., Matt (Jen) Hubbert of Winchester, Cathy (Jake) Kollman of Winchester, and Sheri (Mike) Honzel of Bloomington, thirteen great grandchildren and her seven great great grandchildren, all who will treasure the memories of her.

A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday July 19, at the Winchester United Methodist Church where she was a member. Visita-

tion with her family will be held Thursday July 18, 2019 from 5-7 p.m. at the Coonrod Funeral Home in Winchester. Burial will be in Gillham Cemetery.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Winchester United Methodist Church or the Winchester Public Library. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.airsman-hires.com The Coonrod Funeral Home in Winchester is in charge of the arrangements.

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By BETH ZUMWALT Scott County Times The National Ag-In-theclassroom (AITC), the PikeScott Farm Bureau, the St. Louis Dairy Council and the Illinois Pork Producers are sponsoring a Get-A-Grant workshop.

The program will be held Friday, Aug. 16 at the PikeScott Farm Bureau Building at 1301 Washington, Pittsfield from 4-6 p.m. with a

meal provided.

Don’t miss the opportunity to learn about free online and print resources, book grants, and the services the PikeScott Agriculture Literacy Coordinator provides.

The program will qualify for two professional development hours.

Register on or before Aug. 1 at alc@tworiversfb. org or by calling the Pike Scott Farm Bureau at 217285-2233.

Crime Stoppers Crime Stoppers of Morgan and Scott County are requesting information to assist the Jacksonville Police Department in their Investigation of a recent residential burglary.

Sometime between noon and 3:30 p.m. on July 8, unknown person(s) entered and removed items from an apartment in the 1200 block of Lincoln Ave. Among the items removed were a 55 inch Roku television, a black Sony PlayStation 4 and a Silver/White Apple 1st generation IPad.

The police are asking that anyone who has information concerning this incident or any other crimes within the two-county area submit a tip online by going to www. morganscottcrimestoppers. webs.com and clicking the leave a tip button on the home page or calling Crimestoppers at 243-7300.

Tips may also be submitted by texting 274637 (CRIMES). The first word of the text tip must be “payout�. More information can be found at www.morganscottcrimestoppers.webs.com

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naval officer before being shipped out. She was a dedicated care giver to Russell as he battled cancer for many years before passing in 1986. She said goodbye to her younger son Cory, in 1987 after he lost his battle with cancer. She faced adversity with pragmatism, and good fortune with abundant and contagious joy. She held her family and friends closely in her heart, and we felt the warmth of that embrace. She had a rare gift for conversation and compassion. She focused her attention in a way that made her companions feel like the most important thing in the world. She shared he own experiences with solicitude, and aided many with her kindness and guidance. She was generous with her time, and filled other’s lives with love and music. She was an amazing role model to many of her students, her grandchildren, and countless oth-

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Christ Lutheran Church 742-3919 Church of the New Song Church 217-754-3617

Embracing Diversity Pat Van DeVelde Peak Insurance Agency 16 S. Hill, 742-3316 First National Bank of Winchester 26 W. Cherry 742-3134

“When a Samaritan woman came to draw water, Jesus said to her, ‘Will you give me a drink?’ (His disciples had gone into the town to buy food.) The Samaritan woman said to him, ‘You are a Jew and I am a Samaritan woman.

How can you ask me for a drink? (For Jews do not associate with Samaritans).�

John 4:7-9 NIV

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here is ample evidence that more diverse workforces are more creative and do better work on a variety of measures. One of the interesting results to come from research on diversity is the finding that people who have deeper experiences with different cultures are more creative and have more transformative experiences. Dating or marrying someone from a different culture, or living for an extended period of time in a different country or culture, for instance, will have a more transformative effect than just having friends from a different culture. We may think of the Bible nowadays as a paradigm of traditional conservative values, but it is important to see that the Bible in both the Old and the New Testament, is a historical record of vast and radical upheaval, which resulted, at least in part, because of the diversity

of cultures in close proximity in the Near and Middle East. Perhaps one of the most important benefits of embracing diversity is that it allows us to feel empathy for the person who was once seen only as a stranger, or perhaps even our enemy. Think of Jesus’s response to the Samaritan woman at the well. Jewish men in Jesus’s time wanted nothing to do with women or Samaritans, and here is Jesus engaging in a conversation with someone who is both. –Christopher Simon

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This Day In History July 17

Q 1866: Authorization was given to build a tunnel beneath the Chicago River. The three-year project cost $512,709.

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hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no time like a hot summer picnic to let your patriotic spirit show. These allAmerican snacks featuring a classic favorite fruit â&#x20AC;&#x201C; watermelon â&#x20AC;&#x201C; are the perfect solution for nearly any summertime celebration.

Watermelon is a patriotic picnic staple for countless reasons, not the least of which is that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a beloved treat that many people associate with memories from childhood.

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A fruit basket, with the rind serving as a colorful bowl to hold the watermelon and other fresh fruits.

A charcuterie board with a selection of fruit, cheese and protein for simple snacking.

Creamy parfaits, perfect for a summery brunch or alternative to more traditional desserts.

A creatively colorful and patriotic â&#x20AC;&#x153;cakeâ&#x20AC;? that makes for a tasty centerpiece on the dessert table.

Find more ideas for incorporating watermelon into your summer festivities at watermelon.org.

Red, White and Blue Watermelon Parfait

Red, White and Blue Watermelon Parfait 1 cup blueberries 1 container (6 ounces) Greek yogurt (vanilla, lemon or coconut) 1 cup watermelon, plus three pieces diced watermelon whipped cream, for serving In pint canning jar, layer blueberries, yogurt and 1 cup watermelon. Top with whipped cream and garnish with three diced watermelon pieces.

Note: To make ahead or make thicker, drain Greek yogurt on paper towels to absorb some liquid.

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medium seedless watermelon, cut into wedges cup fresh raspberries cups fresh blueberries strawberries (dipped in white chocolate, if desired) ounces fresh goat cheese cup toasted, salted cashews ounces cured meats like prosciutto, pancetta, coppa, salami, soppressata, sausage or pepperoni 1 Honeycrisp apple, cored and sliced lemon juice fresh basil leaves On large board or platter, arrange watermelon, raspberries, blueberries, strawberries, cheese, cashews, meat and apples. Drizzle fruit with lemon juice. Garnish with basil leaves before serving.

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Serve with dips, if desired.

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good GROWING Keeping you growing with good ideas s University of Illinois Extension

Sudden Oak Death pathogen confirmed in Macomb, Illinois

Chris ENROTH U of I Extension It may not come as a surprise that I am back, taking up valuable newsprint to tell you of another potentially devastating non-native disease that attacks oak trees â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Sudden Oak Death or Phytophthora ramorum. The name Phytophthora (FieTOF-ther-uh) means â&#x20AC;&#x153;plant destroyerâ&#x20AC;? and is a family of water mold fungi that has played a major role in human history. Remember the Irish Potato Famine of the 1840s?

That was Phytophthora infestans, commonly known as potato late blight.

Phytophthora ramorum or P. ramorum is known to infect over 30 different plant species including witch hazel, viburnums, horse chestnut, lilacs, and rhododendrons.

When these plants are infected the disease is called Ramorum Blight and it may not be fatal but will cause bark cankers, leaf spots, and twig dieback. When oaks are infected with P. ramorum it is termed Sudden Oak Death, because for several oak species, this disease will quickly kill the tree.

P. ramorum has ravaged West Coast forests attacking seven different species of oak. Leaving behind barren vistas of dead trees.

You may be thinking, â&#x20AC;&#x153;At least this disease is way over in California and not in Illinois.â&#x20AC;? Unfortunately, the Illinois Department of Agriculture has confirmed P. ramorum throughout the state on infected plant material at big box garden centers. Macomb, Illinois is one of those locations that

had plants confirmed with P. ramorum.

How did it get here? Most of the landscape plants we purchase at garden centers are grown on the West Coast.

Regulators monitor growers to make sure a disease like P. ramorum doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t spread across the country, but often with these things, it is only a matter of time before a mistake occurs and the disease is able to spread.

To date in Illinois, the only infected plant material that tested positive for P. ramorum are rhododendrons and lilacs sold at Walmart, HyVee, and Rural King in 2019. If you purchased these

plants and are seeing signs of Ramorum Blight (dark brown spots on leaves or branch tips) contact Illinois Department of Ag or your local Extension office for guidance. Officials do not want people to dispose of these plants in compost or landfills where the disease could spread.

There is no reason to panic, as this disease hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t been found in any of our native oaks yet. We even arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t quite sure which spe-

cies of oak would be more at risk or if any would be resistant. Based on the oaks infected out west, it is thought that northern red oak and pin oak may be more susceptible.

Until Sudden Oak Death is confirmed in your local area, there is no reason to pursue treatment of your oak trees.

Some good news â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Just because P. ramorum thrives on the West Coast, does not mean it will succeed in the Midwest. There are many factors of our Illinois climate

that could prevent this disease from establishing. We can grow a lot here in Central Illinois. Hopefully, the disease Sudden Oak Death isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t one of them.

Good Growing Tip of the Week: The plant pathogen that causes Sudden Oak Death has been found in 10 counties throughout Illinois.

Contact your local Extension office if you purchased rhododendrons or lilacs from HyVee, Walmart, or Rural King in 2019.

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