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VOL. 8 NO. 24

Thursday, January 2, 2014

Healthy living in 2014 Sullivan’s Foods produce stocker Mackenzie Ioder makes sure shoppers have a wide selection of fresh fruits and vegetables as they start 2014. As always, a perennial New Year’s resolution is to become healthier in the new year, often through getting more exercise and eating healthier foods. According to Medical News Today, eating the right foods can not only help a person maintain a healthy body weight, but also improve the person’s overall sense of well-being and reduce the risk of developing diseases. The Top 10 healthy foods, according to Medical News Today, are apples, almonds, broccoli, blueberries, leafy green vegetables, oily fish, sweet potatoes, avocados, wheat germ and oatmeal. And as with all New Year’s resolutions, they are kept one day at a time.

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Your hometown beat Meeting Calendar Jan. 6 Princeton City Council, 7 p.m., city hall Princeton Park District Board, 4:30 p.m., Bureau County Metro Center Sheffield Village Board, 7 p.m., Sheffield Community Center Spring Valley City Council, 7 p.m., council chambers Walnut Village Board, 7 p.m., village hall

Jan. 7 Dover Village Board, 7 p.m., village hall Manlius Village Board, 5:30 p.m., village hall

Jan. 8 Dalzell Village Board, 7 p.m., fire station

Auction Calendar No auctions scheduled Seeking Sources Old Man Winter has us shivering, but a good pot of soup or stew is sure to take off the seasonal chill.

Casseroles offer the same trick, as do great pasta, rice and other comfort food to soothe our cold souls.

Recipe columnist Judy Dyke would like to feature one or more of your recipes in an upcoming edition of the Bureau County Journal. Send your recipes to her at judyd2313@frontier.com. You can also mail them to her attention at the BCR, P.O. Box 340, Princeton, IL 61356.

••• Illinois Valley Living appreciates your feature story ideas for upcoming editions of this popular quarterly magazine. Email your suggestions to Illinois Valley Living Editor Terri Simon at tsimon@bcrnews.com.

Please write “Illinois Valley Living story” in the subject line.

••• The Bureau County Republican is anxious to see your vacation photos. When you’re packing your suitcase for an upcoming excursion, remember to pack a copy of the BCR too. When you get to your destination, have someone take a photo of you holding the newspaper.

It’s always fun if you can stand in front of a landmark or something interesting at your destination. When you get home, email the photo and some information about your trip to BCR Associate Editor Rita Roberts at rroberts@bcrnews.com. Make sure you tell us who is in the photo and where your photo was taken. We’ll be happy to show your friends, family and neighbors where you went on your most recent vacation. Where in the World is the BCR? Hopefully, it’s in your suitcase and ready to go on a fun-filled journey, filled with memory-making moments.

••• The BCR welcomes your story ideas and news tips. If you have an idea for a story, we’d love to hear it. Call 815-875-4461, ext. 229.

••• Has your farm received Centennial or Sesquicentennial Farm designation from the Illinois Department of Agriculture within the last few years?

If so, give BCR Staff Writer Donna Barker a call at 815875-4461, ext. 244. Not many people can trace their roots back so far on the same piece of land, and we enjoy telling your stories.

Don’t wait too long to return that gift!

CHICAGO — The days after Christmas brings another rush to the stores — the return of unwanted Christmas gifts. But consumers need to be aware the return policies for some retailers have changed and may not necessarily be to the benefit of the consumer.

A number of big named retailers have shortened the amount of time they give for returns and have made specific changes to their policies that effect different types of merchandise. Impacted most will be returns of electronics and appliances. The number of days allowed for these returns have been shortened considerably compared to previous years.

“Many retailers can change policies to place restrictions on returning items this year” said Steve J. Bernas, president and CEO of the Better Business Bureau serving Chicago and Northern Illinois.

“Where consumers have been used to having as many as 45 days to return their unwanted gifts, in some cases, that has been reduced to 30 days but can be as few as nine days” These changes mean consumers must take extra care in understanding the return policies of the stores where they shop and should not rely only on what they may be told by a sales clerk. They should look for and read the store’s written policy, which by law must be displayed.

Bernas added, “Shoppers need to keep in mind that returns are a customer service and are not required by law unless the merchandise is defective.”

For the giver and receiver alike, if you must return an item be prepared: • Know the store’s return policy: Ask what specific return policy applies to the item you are purchasing.

Do not assume the regular return policy applies to sales or clearance items. Some merchants consider sales items to be final.

• Save your receipts: They are usually needed for returns, and ask for a gift receipt.

• Keep the original packaging: Don’t remove electronics or similar products from their boxes before wrapping as the original packaging may be required for a return.

• Know the online return policy: If you are shopping online, read the posted return policy before buying. If returns are permitted, be sure to print a copy of what procedures and time frame need to be followed, along with complete contact information for the business from which you are ordering.

• Returns are a courtesy: If you are the gift-recipient, do not assume you have the right to return or exchange an unwanted present. Like the shopper, you are bound by the merchant’s return policy.

• Understand unusual policies: As an example, health regulations, which can prohibit the return of certain items like hats and intimate apparel.

Consumers should be aware that retailers are reacting to yearly losses in the billions of dollars that are due to return fraud, and some have taken the additional step of using a computer database to track customer returns and catch fraudulent or excessive returns.

Those retailers that use “The Return Exchange” to monitor returns will ask customers for a driver’s license or some other government issued identification when he or she returns an item.

For additional information on Christmas returns go to www.bbb.org.

Girl Scout cookie time comes early Girl Scouts of Central Illinois (GSCI) for the first time will take pre-orders for cookie sales. Starting Dec. 20, the girls began taking preorders using the traditional order card format. Direct sale of cookies will then begin on Feb. 3, 2014.

By introducing the opportunity to take pre-orders, cookie customers are able to ensure supply of their favorite Girl Scout cookies, and troops get a solid base of how many boxes they need to order to fulfill the demand in their areas. Troops will then place their pre-orders as well as order extra cases they will use for direct customer sales.

“Last year was the first year Girl Scouts of Central Illinois used the direct sale format, and the troops were very successful. By using this format, troop profits increased by 25 to 35 percent; more girls earned free membership; participants earned 26 percent more Cookie Dough; and we had over 110 percent more girls reach the 250- and 500-box level.

But the success did not come without a few growing pains,” said Pam Kovacevich, CEO of GSCI. “The pre-order approach will allow Girl Scouts to set higher and more accurate goals.”

The new cookie on the sheet this

year is Cranberry Citrus Crisp. Cookie lovers can also place their orders early for all their traditional favorites, including Thin Mints, Shortbread, Peanut Butter Patties, Peanut Butter Sandwiches, Caramel deLites, Lemonades, and Thanks-A-Lots.

Girl Scouts of Central Illinois will also once again participate in Operation Cookie Share. The effort to provide cookies to military troops domestically and overseas started in 2010. Since then, GSCI has provided more than $825,000 worth of Girl Scout cookies to the women and men in our armed forces at home and abroad. In fact, Girl Scouts of Central Illinois were so successful that this achievement is entered in the Illinois Congressional Records.

“The cookie program is something our girls and the communities look forward to every year. Not only is it fun and exciting for the Girl Scouts, it teaches them a number of skills – both social and academic – that will help them grow as students and future business leaders,” Kovacevich added.

The Girl Scout Cookie Program has grown into a leading business and financial literacy program that is run by and for girls. The program provides an important ingredient for

leadership by helping girls develop five key skills: • Goal setting • Decision making • Money management • People skills • Business ethics The financial literacy skills taught through Girl Scouts have proven to be a key factor in shaping financial and personal success for alumnae.

An impact study about the value of Girl Scouting reveals that Girl Scout alumnae have a higher income/ socioeconomic status, a greater level of civic engagement, and are overall more successful than their non-Girl Scout peers (published by the Girl Scout Research Institute, 2012).

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All about you Anniversaries 60th Mr. and Mrs. Lester “Spank” (Judy) Lathrop of New Bedford, Jan. 5, 2014.

Birthdays Jan. 2 • Janet Balensiefen • Kristofer Newcomer • Katie Wright Jan. 3 • Bobby Williams • David J. Pratt Jan. 4 • Patrick Mayers Jr. • Stacey Moore • Kyle Piper • Jan Heaton Jan. 5 • Roger “Pop” Harvey • Nicholas Stoner • Karen Behrens • Jeannette Donovan • Laura Bopes

Jan. 6 • Jocelyn Bird • Andrew Pfundstein • Suzie Warren • Sandra Barkley • Ursula Sanchez • Sheldon Nordstrom • Alexis Connor Jan. 7 • Beau Howes • Kathy Blanford • Galen Hooper • Mike Hassler Jan. 8 • Kate Johnson • Lyndsay Jacobson • Cody Taylor • Selena Read • Frances Blackwood

Births Brandner — Joseph and Jennifer (Baker) Brandner of Spring Valley, son, Dec. 20.

Perino — Jessica Perino of Spring Valley, son, Dec. 23.

Rosenow — Patrick and Candice (Corey) Rosenow of Sheffield, son, Dec. 19.

Death Notices Bosi — Kathy L. Bosi, 60, of Cherry, Dec. 18.

Griffin — Doris Louis Griffin, 89, of Malden, Dec. 22.

Jensen — John E. Jensen, 69, of Princeton, Dec. 17.

McQueen — Donna Mae McQueen, 75, of Princeton, Dec. 22.

Moses — Vivian Moses, 100, of Princeton, Dec. 22.

Walters — James Arthur “Art” Walters, 62, of Tiskilwa, Dec. 22.

Calendar Community coffee SHEFFIELD — The First United Church of Christ in Sheffield will host its monthly community coffee from 7 to 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 4 in the parish hall.

Red Nite Out PRINCETON — The American Red Cross will host the Red Nite Out Auction and Dance at Saturday, Jan. 18 at the Ye Olde Underground Inn, South Sixth Street, Princeton. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the live auction starts at 7:30 p.m. Music will be provided by Two Twelve. Tickets can be purchased at: Sullivan’s Grocery Store, Spring Valley City Bank, Central Bank in Princeton, Princeton Chamber of Commerce and Citizens First State Bank of Walnut.

Trivia night PRINCETON — Gateway Services will hold its first drive night at 6:30 p.m. Saturday Jan. 18 at the Princeton Elks Lodge, 1105 E. Peru St., Princeton. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. and trivia will start at 6:30 p.m. Teams consist of 8 players, and the cost is $10 per players. The Elks will provide a chicken buffet for $10. There will be a sports themed silent auction.

To sign up a team or for more information, call Rachel Dean at 815-875-4548, ext. 238.

Wild West Casino Fest DIXON — The Sauk Valley College Foundation will host a Wild West Casino Fest from 5 to

When & Where Anniversaries: Typically runs one week before the anniversary unless specified.

Birth announcements: Full birth announcements run in the Saturday Bureau County Republican.

Obituaries: Runs each publication

‘Gypsy’ auditions announced OGLESBY — Children’s auditions for the Illinois Valley Community College theatre department production of the musical “Gypsy” will be Jan. 22 with a second round of auditions for adults and teenagers Jan. 23. The director and choreographer will be Don Grant Zellmer.

Children 13 and under will audition at 4 p.m. Jan. 22 in the Cultural Centre followed by auditions for adults and teenagers 14 and older at 4 p.m. Jan. 23.

Roles are open to all members of the community. Zellmer emphasized “Gypsy” is a large cast show with opportunities for performers of many ages, including mature performers. Technical (sound

and lighting) as well as crew and backstage opportunities are also available.

Participants should prepare a song and bring sheet music (accompanist provided) or CD accompaniment. Additional music will be taught, as well as choreography. Registration in advance of auditions is not necessary but audition forms can be filled out in advance by going to www.ivcc.edu/theatre and clicking on the Auditions link. For information, email Don_Zellmer@ivcc. edu.

“Gypsy” will be produced by David A. Kuester with music direction

by Norman Engstrom and technical direction by Jenna Stinson. The musical plays April 10-13 in the Cultural Centre.

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11 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18 at the college. The college will transform into a night of wild west fun including a chuck wagon, minislot corral, saloons, gold mine and jail. Western attire is encouraged. There will be casino-style games where guests will earn chips for an opportunity to win prizes later in the evening. There will be a silent auction. Tickets are $35 per person and include $50 in chips, a light cowboy buffet and dessert and two drink tickets. Event is only for people 21 and older. Tickets can be purchased at svcc.edu, by calling 815-835-6345 or at the door.

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Eagle watching UTICA — The Illinois Audubon Society will sponsor live eagle viewing from the top of Starved Rock Saturday, Jan. 25 and Sunday, Jan. 26. Free events are scheduled to take place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days at Starved Rock Lodge, the Illinois Waterway Visitors Center and Starved Rock State Park Visitors Center. Programs headlining each day are Raptor Awareness at the Lodge and Illinois Birds of Prey at the Illinois Waterway Visitors Center. There will be exhibits by major state and local environmental groups, activities for children, presentations and bald eagle viewing. For more details about the weekend, visit the Illinois Audubon Society website at www.illinoisaudubon.org.

Winter Wilderness Weekend UTICA — Starved Rock State Park will offer guided hikes to see the ice falls around the park at 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18 and Sunday, Jan. 19. In addition to the falls, view eagles and the geology of the park. The hike will start at the Starved Rock Visitor Center. The hike is free.

Agricultural apps class PRINCETON — The University of Illinois Extension will give a class on utilizing iPads more effectively for farm or agriculture related business from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 4 at the Bureau County Extension office, 850 Thompson St., Princeton.

The class is hosted by the Bureau County Farm Bureau. The class cost is $10 for members and $15 for nonmembers. Member fees are available for Farm Bureau members and registered 4-H volunteers. Remember to bring your iPad to the class. To register, contact the Bureau County Farm Bureau at 815-875-6468.

Trivia night SENICA — Waltham Elementary School will hold a trivia, Jimmy Buffett Night Saturday, Jan. 25 at Senica’s Oak Ridge Golf Club.

Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and trivia starts at 7 p.m. Raffle items include a 50-inch TV, Surface tablet and an iPad mini. There will be a 50/50, silent auction, booze raffle and more. Food concessions and a cash bar will be available. Dress in your favorite Jimmy Buffet attire. To reserve a table of six to 10 players, contact Amy Weber at 815-343-4436 or

Library Corner PRINCETON — Today, Thursday, Jan. 2, the Creative Crafters will meet from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

For more information, contact Sandra Rieker 815-879-4091.

Friday, Jan. 3, The Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center blood drive will be from noon to 5 p.m. To donate, contact Julie Wayland at 815-875-1331 or go to www.bloodcenterimpact.org.

Monday, Jan. 6, The Monday Night Movie will begin at 6:30 p.m. and feature an inspiring true story of how Nelson Mandela joined forces with the captain of South Africa’s rugby team to help unite their country in their historic run to the 1995 Rugby World Cup Championship match.

Tuesday, Jan. 7, the pre-school story time and craft begins at 10:30 a.m. and will feature a penguin craft. Also, Tuesday, Epiphany Tales: “The Inn-keeper” with Dick Dorsch and “The Gift of the Magi” with Ron McCutchan. The tales begin at 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Jan. 8, Chicks with Sticks crochet-knit group will be at 6:30 p.m. in the periodical section.

New members welcome. Call the library for more information. Also Wednesday, the Widmark Wednesday Movie will begin at 6:30 p.m., and racism is the central theme of this film noir thriller about an Africa-American doctor treating wounded bank robbers.

Thursday, Jan. 9, the Friends of the Library Book Club will meet at 4 p.m. and discuss “The Language of Flowers” by Vanessa Diffenbaugh. Also Thursday, adult craft night begins at 6:30 p.m. for ages 10 and up. The theme will be beads and buttons — easy jewelry crafts. All materials supplied, but participants may bring their own beading supplies and equipment.

SPRING VALLEY — The Richard A. Mautino Memorial Library is currently hosting a book sale, where items are 10 cents each.

The sale includes a lot of books on cassettes for the same price.

WYANET — Thursday, Jan. 9, Ron Bluemer will visit and talk about the 1950s in the Illinois Valley, beginning at 6:30 p.m. for the 2nd Thursday@the Library program.

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Bluemer, who is an Illinois author and Granville resident, will discuss his book, “Back to the 50s: Impact on the Illinois Valley.”

Bluemer is also an Illinois historian and has written several books on gambling places, prohibition and coal mines in the Illinois Valley.

Tuesday, Jan. 14, the library’s computer class will meet at 1 p.m. Dorene Stalter will be back after the holidays with all sorts of computer wisdom. Any and all are invited to come with questions and concerns about computers.

OHIO — The Ohio Public Library has revamped its Facebook page.

Search “Ohio Public Library District” to like the page. Events and new items will be posted to the page.

If you would like to include your news on our Library Corner page, send your items to Goldie Currie at gcurrie@bcrnews.com.

For more information, call Currie at 815-875-4461, ext. 236.

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Food court After the rush of the holidays, it’s time to take it easy. Why not have a casserole in the refrigerator and make your life easier. Make it on Saturday night and then you can pop in the oven on Sunday. Then join your family for some good-old fashioned family time and relax.

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Bacon Cheese Puff Pie 1 9-inch unbaked pastry shell 1 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled 1 large tomato, peeled and sliced 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese 3 eggs, separated 3/4 cup sour cream 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt Paprika Line unpricked pastry shell with a double thickness of heavy duty foil.

Bake at 450° for 5 minutes. Remove foil.

Bake 5 minutes longer. Cool completely. Sprinkle bacon over the crust. Top with tomato and cheese. In a bowl, beat egg yolks, sour cream, flour and salt until smooth. In another bowl beat egg whites until stiff. Fold into sour cream mixture. Spread over cheese. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake at 350° for 45 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Let stand 5 to 10 minutes before cutting. Serves 6.

Slow Cooker Sausage Breakfast Casserole 1 package (26-32 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes 1 package Jimmy Dean regular pork sausage, cooked, crumbled 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded Mozzarella cheese 1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup julienne-cut sun dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained 6 green onions, sliced 12 eggs 1 cup milk 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper Spray a 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Layer half of the potatoes on the bottom of the slow cooker.

Top with half of the sausage, Mozzarella

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12 eggs 6 tablespoons Half and half cream 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper 1/2 cup chopped green pepper 2 green onions, chopped 2 tablespoons butter or margarine 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese In a bowl, beat the eggs, cream, salt and pepper until combined; set aside.

In a large skillet, sauté the peppers and onion in butter for 2 minutes. Add egg mixture, cook and stir over medium heat until eggs are completely set.

Remove from the heat, stir in cheese.

Serve immediately. Serves 4.

Hash Brown Casserole 12 eggs 1 12-ounce can evaporated milk 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 30-ounce package frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese 1 large onion, chopped 1 medium green pepper, chopped 1 cup cubed fully cooked ham In a large bowl, combine the eggs, milk, salt, pepper and cayenne. Stir in the potatoes, cheese, onion, green pepper and ham. Pour into a greased 13-by9-inch baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45 to 50 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Serves 12 to 15.

Christmas Breakfast Casserole 7 slices white bread, crusts removed and cubed 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese 6 eggs 3 cups milk 1 teaspoon ground mustard 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled In a greased 11-by-7-inch baking dish, combine the bread cubes and cheese. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, mustard, salt and pepper. Pour over bread and cheese. Top with bacon. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking.

Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 50 to 55 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Serves 6 to 8.

cheese 1 cup (8 ounces) sour cream 1/4 cup sliced green onions 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper In a skillet, cook bacon until crisp.

Remove to paper towel to drain. In a large bowl, beat eggs. Add milk, cheese, sour cream, onions, salt and pepper.

Pour into a greased 13-by-9-inch baking dish. Crumble bacon and sprinkle on top. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 40 to 45 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Let stand for 5 minutes. Yield: 8 to 10 servings.

Breakfast Casserole 2 pounds ground turkey sausage 4 eggs 2 cups milk 1 1/3 cups of Bisquick 2 cups grated cheddar cheese 1/2 cup onions, chopped 1/2 cup bell peppers, chopped 1/2 cup mushrooms, chopped Grease a 13-by-9-inch baking pan.

Heat oven to 350°. Brown sausage in skillet and add to baking pan. Mix all other ingredients together and pour over sausage. Bake about 45 minutes.

Check after 30 minutes. When a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, it’s done. Serves 8.

Bacon Swiss Squares 2 cups Biscuit/baking mix 1/2 cup cold water 8 ounces sliced Swiss cheese 1 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled 4 eggs, lightly beaten 1/4 cup milk 1/2 teaspoon onion powder In a bowl, combine the biscuit mix and water, stir 20 strokes. Turn onto a floured surface. Knead 10 times. Roll in a 14-by-10-inch rectangle. Place on the bottom and 1/2 inch up the side of a greased 13-by-9-inch baking dish.

Arrange cheese over dough. Sprinkle with bacon. In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk and onion powder. Pour over bacon.

Bake at 425° for 15 to 18 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Cut into squares.

Serve immediately. Serves 12.

Deluxe Breakfast Bake 1 6-ounce package onion and garlic salad croutons 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese 1 1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham 4 eggs 2 3/4 cups milk, divided 3/4 teaspoon ground mustard 1 10 3/4-ounce can condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted

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1 26-ounce package frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/4 teaspoon pepper Place croutons in a greased 3-quart baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese and ham. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, 2 1/4 cups milk and mustard, pour over ham and cheese. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Combine soup and remaining milk until blended, spread over casserole. Top with hash browns, sprinkle with paprika and pepper. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake 35 to 40 minutes longer or until edges are browned.

Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Serves 12.

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pound pork sausage, fry and drain eggs, beat lightly cups milk slices buttered bread, cubed 1/2 teaspoons dry mustard ounces shredded cheddar cheese Mix gently with a fork. Bake at 350° for 1 hour in a 13-by-9-inch baking pan.

You can also add bacon or ham to the mixture before baking. I also put in 1 can of potato soup for more flavor.

Morning Mix Up 2 cups frozen hash browns 1 cup chopped fully cooked ham 1/2 cup chopped onion 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 6 eggs Salt and pepper to taste 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese Minced fresh chives In a large skillet, sauté potatoes, ham and onion in oil for 10 minutes or until potatoes are tender. In a small bowl, beat eggs, salt and pepper. Add to the skillet, cook, stirring occasionally, until eggs are set. Remove from the heat and gently stir in cheese. Spoon onto a serving platter. Sprinkle with chives.

Serves 4.

If you have any dish you would like to share with our other readers, you can send them to my email at judyd2313@frontier.com or drop a line to my attention to the BCR, P.O. Box 340, Princeton, IL 61356.

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2 12-ounce packages bulk pork sausage 1 cup chopped bell pepper 1/2 cup chopped onion 3 cup frozen hash brown potatoes 2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese 1 cup original Bisquick Mix 2 cups milk 1/4 teaspoon pepper 4 eggs Heat oven to 400°. Cook sausage, pepper and onion over medium heat, stirring occasionally, drain. Combine sausage mixture, potatoes and 1 1/2 cups cheese in greased 13-by-9-inch baking dish. Stir Bisquick mix, milk, pepper and eggs. Pour into baking dish. Bake, uncovered, 40 to 45 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 1 to 2 minutes until cheese is melted. Serves 12.

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Beat eggs, milk, salt and pepper in large bowl with a wire whisk until well blended. Pour evenly over potato sausage mixture. Cook on low setting or 8 hours or on high setting for 4 hours or until eggs are set. Serves 12.

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Favorite sport and why: Football.

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Likes: Sports and fantasy football.

Dislikes: Losing.

Favorite food and where to get it: Chicken George at the Candlelight.

Person with the greatest influence on my athletic career (and why): Michael Jordan, Because he is successful and you want to be successful like a great athlete.

Person with the greatest influence in my life (and why): My dad. He taught me hard work is necessary to get

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If stranded on a deserted island, I would have my: Iphone and earphones Last song I listened to: “Like Jesus Does” by Eric Church.

People would be surprised to know: This is my first year of playing high school basketball.

I stay home to watch: Sportscenter.

When I need luck for a big game, I: Listen to music.

The funniest person I’ve ever met (and why): Josh Mead, because he thinks he is Batman.

What they’ll say about me at school after I graduate: I wish he would have played sports for four years Most embarrassing moment: I accidently went into the girls restroom at Walmart.

Most unforgettable moment: Notre Dame football game.

Ultimate sports fantasy: Making it to state in basketball.

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PCA Eagles soar to winning season PRINCETON — The Princeton Christian Academy Eagles Boys Basketball teams are having a winning season.

The “B: team is leading the Prairie Conference this year with an undefeated season. PCA’s “A” team currently sports a 7-3 winning season as well, as both teams prepare for the Prairie Conference Tournament coming up on Jan. 13-17 at Dalzell.

The “C” team, made up primarily of fourth-grade boys, has also seen success in their limited conference play, winning all but one game. They too will have a tournament for only fourth through sixth grade boys on Jan. 23-27 at Deer Park Grade School.

The basketball teams are coached by Buc Grey and Tony Clausen.

Prairie Conference teams include Cherry, Deer Park, Dimmick, Rhema Christian, St. Louis School, Lostant, Dalzell, and PCA. In nonconference play, PCA’s B team also beat Ohio Grade School, Peru Catholic, and Logan Junior High School.

PCA basketball includes eighth-grader Daniel Henrikson, seventhgraders Drew Grey, Sam Wolbrecht, Will Finley, and Jonathan Henrikson; sixth-grader Wessley Baker; fifth-grader Gio Romagnoli; and fourthgraders Matthew Harris, Nick Mecum, Miguel Jones, Cozy Wolbrecht, Connor McKenney, Benjamin Henrikson, and Graeham Rumley.

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PCA Eagles The Princeton Christian Academy Eagles basketball teams are preparing for the Prairie Conference Tournament. Team members include (front row, from left) Matthew Harris, Gio Romagnoli, Nick Mecum, Miguel Jones, Benjamin Henrikson, Cozy Wolbrecht, Wessley Baker, Connor McKenney, Graeham Rumley and Drew Grey; and (back row) coach Tony Clausen, Jonathan Henrikson, Daniel Henrikson, Will Finley, Sam Wolbrecht, and head coach Buc Grey

PCA cheerleaders The Princeton Christian Academy Eagles basketball teams are cheered on by PCA Cheerleaders: (front row, left) Jerrey Nelson, Gracie Pollok, Anna Grey, Regan Cook, and Paige Twidell; and (back row) J’Kira Wolbrecht, Emily Fisher, and Thressa Nelson.

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Adam and Steve Sandor took third place in the Spring Valley Walleye Club’s Members Only Tournament with a five-fish limit of 9.95 pounds.

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