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Change of heart Jordan Dyer has a new heart, and he still lives by his motto — ‘In it to win it’ By Goldie Rapp grapp@bcrnews.com
PRINCETON — Throughout the past year, Jordan Dyer’s motto had been “in it to win it.” Staying true to those words, one might say he’s definitely winning with a new heart and baby by his side. In October, Dyer received the heart transplant he’d spent last year waiting for at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago. Exactly a month after waking from his surgery, he was back at the hospital for a different reason. This time, to see the birth of his first daughter — something he’d been afraid he might miss out on. “I’m a firm believer that in life everything happens for a reason, and often we can’t control it. It is God that gave my family the perfect timing for everything,” he said. The 35-year-old Princeton native was born with TGA (transposition of the great arteries), which meant the weak side of Dyer’s heart had been responsible for pumping good blood to his whole body. Throughout his life, Dyer had undergone numerous open heart surgeries to help maintain its function, but was eventually met with a final diagnosis — a heart transplant. The time for this option came last summer, when Dyer was settling down with his new wife, Heather, and discovering he’d soon be a dad in November. Doctors told Dyer he might be able to wait another year to be placed on the transplant list, so he could be there for the birth of his first baby. But ultimately it made more sense to risk going into the hospital sooner with the hope he’d be out and home before his daughter arrived. So on Aug. 18, three months before the baby’s
due date, Dyer was admitted into the hospital, where we waited over two months for his perfect match. “My cardiac team always had told me since I was stable and doing good in the hospital I could afford to wait. So they wouldn’t offer me anything that wasn’t almost perfect,” he said. On Oct. 26, he finally got the call he’d been waiting for. His transplant team had found a heart that was a 99 percent match. The following day, Dyer was wheeled into an eight-hour surgery, leaving his family and Heather, who was over 8-months pregnant, in the waiting room praying for a favorable outcome. Looking back on that time, Heather said she was a nervous wreck, but thankful for the cardiac team’s willingness to keep her updated on the process through the procedure. “My other half was in there, and I can’t imagine my life without him,” she said. “Every two hours felt like five, but I was very appreciative they kept me updated.” Their prayers were answered when doctors announced the surgery was finished and had gone without any complications. Two days later, Dyer was off sedation. While the memory is a little foggy, he remembers waking up and feeling happy to be alive. Doctors told him the faster he was up and moving, the better his recovery would be. So with that in mind, Dyer was up taking his first steps with a new heart only hours later. “My transplant doctor told me I was her fastest patient to get out of bed and walk after surgery,” he said. “I was motivated to get home to be with Heather and my future daughter.”
About a week after surgery, Dyer’s new heart started to reject its new body. But luckily, doctors acted fast and was able to treat the issue with heavier doses of rejection medication and steroids. “I tried to stay as strong as possible for Heather and my family, but I was worried I wasn’t going to survive,” he said. On the other hand, Heather was staying strong for both her husband and her baby. “Jordan had enough on his plate with getting himself stronger, so he could be out in time to see the birth of his baby girl ... had to stay strong for Hadley, too, because I didn’t want her to feel any stress or anxiety from me because I know that babies can feed off your emotions,” she said. “I truly believe staying positive really helped all of us through this.” A new future Four weeks after his transplant surgery, and after 101 days spent in the hospital, Dyer signed his discharge papers. His daughter Hadley was born six days later. “We like to think she waited until I got home,” he said. Dyer said watching her birth was a miracle to see. “There really are no words that can describe it. The past three months in the hospital made every day worth it when I saw her for the first time,” he said. Today, the future looks bright for the Dyer family. Despite the round of rejection, Jordan continues to receive good news at doctor check-ups. “The team is very happy how everything has healed and how well the heart is pumping,” he said. While the road to recovery will be a long one, Dyer is more determined than ever to get back to his normal life with Heather and Hadley, who
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PRINCETON — Thursday, March 9, 10:45 a.m., PHS Book Club-Tigers Read will meet. Monday March 13, 6:30 p.m., Monday Movie: A woman about to divorce her husband finds that he has been murdered after converting every penny they owned to cash. Tuesday, March 14, 10:30 a.m., Youth Services Story time and Craft. The theme will be pot of gold. Tuesday, March 14, 2 p.m., Bill Jamerson will present “It’s Daylight in the Swamps.” A musical tribute to lumberjacks. Wednesday, March 15, 3:45 p.m., junior high book club discussion. Wednesday, March 15, 7 p.m., Princeton Public Library Board meeting. Thursday, March 16, 6:30 p.m., Off the Beaten Path in Illinois: Historical places in the state with author John Purvis. The library recently added the films “Moonlight,” “The Light
Between Oceans,” “The Great Gilly Hopkins” and “A Man Called Ove” to the library’s collection. They also added new fiction titles by Faye Kellerman, Lisa Kleypas and Joanne Fluke. There is a new large print edition of James Patterson’s most recent book, as well. WYANET — The Raymond A. Sapp Library’s computer classes continue through May on the second Tuesday of each month. The next class will bring Dorene Stalter to the library at 1 p.m. Tuesday, March 14. The public is welcome. The library’s book group has been meeting for 17.5 years. The group meets on the fourth Thursday of each month. They also celebrate member’s birthdays with a quarterly lunch. The book the group will be discussing in March is “Emma and Me” by Elizabeth Flock. If you love reading, and would like a
lively discussion of literature, come join the fun. The library has books available for the March discussion. Stop in and grab one to read, and then join the group at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 23, at the library. The Wyanet library’s 2nd Thursday@the Library programs resume at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 9. Wyanet’s own Debi Johnson will be presenting the program, “Your Health, Your Choice.” She recently completed courses to become a certified health coach. Her program will take a look at simple choices one can make to bring one’s body to a healthier version of itself. She will also talk about using food, exercise and natural supplementation to help with such things as blood sugar, cholesterol, pain and inflammation, heart health and overall energy. Refreshment will be served after the pro-
gram. SPRING VALLEY — The Richard A. Mautino Memorial Library will have a free smart phone training and safety class to provide phone users the tools and hands on training about their smart phones. Rodney Tennison from IV Cellular will provide instructions to all participants no matter the brand or model of phone on Thursday, March 9, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Participants will learn the basic setup of their phone, how to connect to Wi-Fi, use of phone’s digital camera, sending and receiving emails, picture messaging, setting up voicemail and downloading apps from the app store. Also, explanation of what all the buttons mean on the smart phone along with some fun tips and tricks. A question and answer session will take place after the presentation. Questions? Call 815-6634741. The children’s library has story time on Tuesdays from 5:30 to 6 p.m. During this time, children are able to read stories, given a craft to put together and are served refreshments. The library board of trustees holds its meetings on the second Tues-
day of the month at 4 p.m. in the library meeting room. LADD — Tuesdays at 10 a.m., the library holds pre-school story times, which include stories, crafts, songs and snacks. Children from age 2 to 5 are welcome to attend with a parent or guardian. WALNUT — The library will be hosting an art and craft fair on Saturday, April 8, to coincide with the vendor fair being held at the Walnut Community Center. Anyone who has a craft they’d like to sell or artists looking to sell their work should contact library Director Michele McAlvey at 815379-2159. The library is also asking patrons to donate empty ink cartridges and old cell phones. The library is able to recycle them for cash. LAMOILLE —The library has received many great new reads for adults, teens and children of all ages. New videos have also made their way to the library. No need to pay for a movie rental when you can pick them up free at the library with a valid library card. Therapy Thursdays is ongoing at the library. Come and go between 1 and 4 p.m. Materials will
be furnished, or people may bring their own. DEPUE — On the second Tuesday of every month, the library hosts blood pressure and blood sugar screenings for free. The screenings are administered by St. Margaret’s Health from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. TISKILWA — On the first Wednesday of each month at 4:30 p.m., the library’s book club for adults meets. Every Tuesday at 5:30 p.m., the library hosts a yoga class, where participants enjoy camaraderie with others and are challenged mentally and physically. Cost is $5 per person. BUREAU — The Leepertown Township Public Library is open from 2 to 6 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday; from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday; and from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. The library has computers for patron usage, as well as copier, scanning and fax services. Call 815-659-3283 for information. (The fax number is the same as the phone number). LADD — The library sponsors an adult coloring club on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Wednesdays from 5 to 7 p.m. Adult card club is on Fridays from 1 to 3 p.m.
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At left, Dave Roden (right), Tootsie Roll Drive chairman, presents a check in the amount of $2,453.31. to Jeff Dean, president and CEO of Gateway Services. In the photo at right, Allison Nichols, director of the Area 16 Starved Rock Division of Special Olympics, stands with an athlete and Dave Roden, Tootsie Roll Drive chairman, at this year’s Staved Rock Area Special Olympics event. The Knights of Columbus donated $613.32 to Special Olympics.
Knights of Columbus donates funds raised during Tootsie Roll drive PRINCETON — The Knights of Columbus is a Catholic Fraternal Organization committed to supporting people who are mentally challenged and those with learning disabilities in our community. In past years, the Knights of Columbus have contributed thousands of dollars to organizations to help people with intellectual and learning disabilities. Each September, the Knights of Columbus hold a Tootsie Roll drive to raise money for these worthwhile local organizations. This year, with the help of the community and donations from several area businesses, two local organizations were given checks to continue the work of the worthwhile programs. In January, Dave Roden, Tootsie Roll Drive chairman, distributed $613.32 to Allison Nichols, director of the Area 16, Starved Rock Division of Special Olympics Illinois, at their District Winter Games held at the Bureau County Fairgrounds. Area 16 – Starved Rock encom-
passes Henry, Stark, Bureau, Putnam, Marshall, LaSalle and Grundy counties. As an added bonus, Roden served as announcer for several of the winners in snowshoeing. “It’s amazing not only how much effort they put into the sport, but how much they truly love and support each other,” he said. On Jan. 12, Roden distributed another check for $2,453.31 from the Knights of Columbus Father Farrell Council to Jeffrey Dean, president and CEO of Gateway Services, Inc. Gateway Services is a non-profit organization which provides services to adults and children with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in order for them to live as independently as possible. Roden credits the generosity of the community and the understanding that the noble work that these organizations do celebrates and promotes the quality of life for those they serve.
Donations, volunteers needed for Tribute to Veterans PERU — On May 20, the Illinois Valley Regional Airport in Peru will present the second annual reunion of TBM Avengers and other various aircraft, both military and civilian. The TBM Avenger is a World War II torpedo bomber, and at least 15 of these magnificent aircrafts will be traveling to Peru from all over the country. The Tribute to Veterans will again be free and open to the public. More than 10,000 spectators, pilots, crews and volunteers are expected to attend. Your help is needed. Event planners are seeking more than 250 volunteers for the weekend, beginning Friday evening, May 19, when volunteers must attend a mandatory training meeting at the airport. Saturday, May 20, volunteers are needed from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. in four-hour shifts for help with parking; assisting veterans, senior and others to and from the parking area to the seating area; assisting professional “marshals” who guide the planes while airplanes are moving to and from runways; food service; and general miscellaneous duties, including clean-up activities after the event closes Saturday afternoon. Volunteers must be at least age 16. All volunteers will receive a commemorative event shirt. Please consider donating your time and talent to this meaningful event to honor our military veterans. For more information, and/or to register as a volunteer, contact Airport/Midwest AvTech at 815-223-2003. In addition to volunteers, donations of any size are needed. Fuel, food, lodging and other necessities for the Avengers, their pilots and support teams, as well as everything it takes to put on this spectacular event will exceed $100,000. Send your contribution to the Starved Rock Country Community Foundation, 718 Columbus St., Ottawa, IL 61350, or visit www.srccf.org to make an online donation. You will receive a receipt for your tax-deductible donation directly from the foundation. You can reach the foundation by calling 815-252-2906.
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PHS alumni game PRINCETON — The 2017 Princeton Tigers Alumni Basketball Game is scheduled for Saturday, March 25 at Prouty Gym starting at 2 p.m. The game is open to all former Malden, Princeton and Tiskilwa players. Two games are planned, featuring an “old-timers” game and a “young guns” game. Cost is $25, which includes a T-shirt. To participate, send a check made payable to PHS Basketball, including your shirt size and jersey number. For more information, contact PHS coach Michael Fredericks at 815875-3308.
SBA softball camp
PERU — The St. Bede Academy softball team is holding a youth softball camp for girls in grades 2-8 March 25 in the school gym. Girls in grades 2-5 will meet from 8 to 11 a.m.
with grades 6-8 meeting from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. in the school gym. Refreshments will be available. Instructors will include St. Bede coaches and players. Call SBA coach Rob Ruppert at 815-5794735.
SBA cheerleaders fish fry
PERU — The St. Bede Academy cheerleaders will host a fish fry from 4:30 to 730 p.m., Friday, March 17, at the LaSalle VFW. Cost of the meal, including fish, fries and cole slaw is $8. Carry-outs are available. Also available will be basket raffles, tip boards and bake sales. Funds raised will go toward the purchase of a new sound system and cheer camp.
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SPRING VALLEY — Lori’s 31st annual Walleye Run will take place Satur-
day, March 25, starting at 9 a.m. at Hall High School. Entry fee is $25 if postmarked by March 18; $30 through and including race day. Make checks payable to Spring Valley Walleye Club and mailed to Walleye Run, 407 W. Dakota, St., Spring Valley, IL., 61362. Packet pick-up is available between noon to 5 p.m. Friday, March 24, at Creative Apparel located at 407 W. Dakota St., Spring Valley. Race day registration, packet pick-up is available from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. at Hall High School. Awards will be given to the top three place-finishers in each age bracket, the overall male and female finishers and the top male and female finishers from Spring Valley.
Marathon Relay
MCNABB — The Starved Rock Rockers will host a Marathon Relay Saturday, March 18, at Putnam County Junior High School in McNabb. The relay starts at 8 a.m.
Participation in this event is in compliance with all IHSA regulations. There are 2-5 runners per team with each runner running 5.24 miles. Entry fee is $90 per team. Pre-registration must be received by March 17. There is no race-day registration. More information is available at starvedrockrunners.org. You may also call 815-882-2120 or 815223-7922.
Shamrock 5K Run/Walk
MENDOTA — The Shamrock 5K Run/Walk will be held Saturday, March 11, starting at 10 a.m. at Holy Cross School in Mendota. Entry fee is $30 if postmarked March 2-11. Make checks payable to Holy Cross School. Registration may be done online at www.runrace.net. Regis-
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St. Bede spring training
PERU — The St. Bede Academy Bruins baseball team will hold a spring training clinic in March for boys ages 12-14 from 8:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 11. St. Bede head coach Bill Booker and his coaching staff will be assisted by members of the Bruins baseball team. For more information, call St. Bede at 815-223-3140 or contact Booker at bbooks26@ yahoo.com.
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FINISH CARPENTER Established Local Company offers full-time, yearround interior work Minimum one-year experience & clear driver's license Send resume with references and pay history to: PO Box 595, Princeton, IL 61356 SCHOOL BUS DRIVER needed for Dalzell Grade School for remaining of School Year 2016-2017. Will train for CDL & Bus Permit. Contact 815-6638821, for an application
PROMOTE JOB OPENINGS We can help get your business fully staffed. Call 815-875-4461 HORNBAKER GARDENS in Princeton. Seasonal Spring Help in annual greenhouses to help customers and maintain plant material. Weekend availability preferred. Call 815-659-3282 The Village of Walnut is taking applications for Summer Help. Applicant must be able to start April 1, 2017. Applicant must also be 18 years old and have a valid driver's license. Interested individuals can obtain an application at the Village Office, 114 Jackson Street, between the hours of 8 am to 4 pm, Monday - Friday. Applications will be accepted until Monday March 13, 2017 at 4pm. If you have any questions please call the Village Office at 815-379-2351
New Schedules/Shift Added! Full time positions with benefits: • Shipping • Receiving • Orderfilling Full case • Orderfilling Non conveyable freight • Lift Driver RSR Hours are: 6PM - 2AM: One shift will work Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday 6PM - 2AM: Second shift will work Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday
- 400 Merchandise 448 • Pets & Livestock DONATE NOW! “The animals are crying” Tri-County Humane Society. LaSalle, Bureau, Putnam Counties. Call 815-875-6145 or 815-872-9781 or send donation to: PO Box 1601, LaSalle, IL 61301
450 • Under $1000 56” desk, $35; Singer sewing machine cabinet/ desk & chair, $50. Call 815-878-6882 Ford Deaborn, 2 bottom – 3 point plow, $275; Woods 5' rear mount, 3 point mower, $325. Call 815-379-2541 Printing press, 2 color stations, extra platins, mount on stand, $200. Call 630-443-4086 Small desk, $30; Lane cedar chest, dark wood, $150 firm; Sunrise electric medical bed, works, $200. 815-224-2931
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852 • Mobile Home Rental BUREAU 2 bedroom mobile home for rent. $350 per month + deposit. Call 815-303-2948
614 • Car Sales ******* $$ CASH PAID $$ We pay top dollar for junk (cars, machinery, etc.) Call 815-878-9353
- 700 Real Estate For Sale 767 • Mobile Home Sales STOP RENTING! Use your tax refund to finance! Dickman, 16'x80', 3 bedroom, 1 bath; Skyline, 14'x60', 2 bedroom, 1 bath; Fleetwood, 14'x60', 2 bedroom, 2 bath. Financing offered, easy application. All 3 homes are located in Maple Acres MHP. Call 875-1502 for more information
856 • Apartment Rentals OHIO New remodeled, spacious 3rd floor, 3 bedroom. Washer/dryer hook up, new appliances. $560 plus deposit includes water and trash. 1st floor, 2 bedroom, washer/dryer hook ups, private entrance, $540 plus deposit, includes water and trash. Pets upon approval with fee. Call 815-910-5787 PRINCETON 1 bedroom. Very spacious. Newly Remodeled. Garage. Lease. Deposit. No pets. Call 815-224-1454
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INDEPENDENT CONTRACT BUNDLE HAULER The Bureau County Republican is looking for a driver to deliver carrier, store and news rack bundles. Late night/early morning delivery Tuesday & Friday nights. A dependable car and proof of insurance is required. Must pass MVR check. For more information, please call Tom Long, District Manager (815) 875-4461, Ext. 6350
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PRINCETON 2 bedroom, 1 bath, 1203 North Main Street. New appliances, flooring & paint. $525 a month. Call 815-503-9576
PRINCETON Huge 2 bedroom, heat furnished. $650 a month. Call 815303-7066 / 815-303-7621
LARGE OFFICE SPACE Approximately 1200 sq. feet. Just off Main Street. $600 per month. Available March 1st. 815-878-4149
PRINCETON 441 East Marion. 1 bedroom. $540. Heat, water, garbage. Laundry. Covered parking. No pets. New flooring. Available March 1st. Call 309-288-3008
PRINCETON Spacious 2 bedroom apartment. Garage & appliances included. $795/month + utilities, lease & deposit required. No pets. Must see! 815-878-1984
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YOU NEVER KNOW WHAT YOU MIGHT FIND right here in the Bureau County Republican Classified! You could find furniture, appliances, pets, musical instruments, anything.
TODAY’S FARMLAND MARKET IS CHANGING contact Chip
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Stewart Farm - Quality Recreational and Income Property 217.00± ac. Large deer and turkey. Income from 89.24± tillable acres. Sections 19 & 30, Selby Township; near Princeton IL.
FOR SALE - Bureau County
Birkey Farm 155.5± ac (154.63± tillable), PI 135.2, Sections 16 & 17 Berlin Township
FOR SALE - Putnam County
Mekley 78 78.00± ac (68.00± tillable), PI 137.2, Sections 7 & 8, Granville Township Mekley 39 38.88± ac, PI 130.1, Granville Township - SOLD Mekley Farmhome Section 7, Granville Township, Putnam County - SOLD Monier Farm 114.5 ac, PI 139.2, Walnut Township, Bureau County - SOLD Washo 26 26.6 ac, Princeton Township, Bureau County - SOLD
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