BCJ-10-27-2016

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Thursday, October 27, 2016

Vol. 11 No. 14

Tricks, treats ... and safety On Monday, Oct. 31, area children, disguised as Super Heroes, ghosts and goblins, will be out and about, searching for Halloween treats throughout area neighborhoods. While there is sure to be a host of haunted fun throughout the evening in nearly every town in Bureau County, there are some easy safety precautions parents should take when their excited children take to the streets on Halloween night.

According to www.safekids.org, children under 12 should not be alone or without adult supervision when trick or treating. Those who are mature enough to be out alone should stick to familiar areas in well-lit areas and travel in groups.

Children should be reminded to only cross the street at the corners and to walk on sidewalks. If there are no sidewalks, children should walk facing traffic as far to the left as possible.

Nobody — children or adults — should be using electronic devices.

Costumes and treat bags should have reflective tape or stickers on them, and if possible, children should dress in light colors. Face paint or makeup are safer than a mask, and glow sticks or flashlights help motorists to see children as they scurry from home to home.

We wish everyone a safe and happy Halloween.

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Illinois Valley Scene

‘Finding Patience’ Matt Denault shares his art with a calendar featuring his passion

By Terri Simon tsimon@bcrnews.com

PRINCETON — Are you looking for patience? If so, what price would you pay to own it? Would $25 seem like a bargain?

While finding patience can be as elusive as the stream that constantly trickles over the rocks in the creek bed — stopping for no one, Matt Denault is “Finding Patience” in that very stream and the rocks that live there.

Denault, 30, of Princeton has become quite well-known in the area for his art of rock balancing.

Working in that very stream which is never idle, Denault has been able to slow the chaos in his head and create beauty that confounds not just the laws of gravity, but also finds a world that speaks of composure, self-control, perseverance and predominately ... patience.

Denault’s past could be considered troubling for most.

The untimely deaths of his sister and his mother created a huge hole in his heart — a hole in which he ultimately filled with alcohol.

“My world was flipped upside down after the abrupt passing of my sister and mother. I started down a dark path of self destruction, only finding comfort in the bottom of a beer can. My hands shook violently when I didn’t have my crutch.

I was losing everything,” Denault said.

“In February of 2013, I quit drinking and haven’t looked back. I was infatuated with how still my hands were becoming. Almost obsessed. I’d assumed that a steady hand would be a must to balance rocks, and now mine were. So, I gave it a shot, and it changed my life,” he said, adding he had always been

“I’ve used this art as meditation and therapy.

It’s challenged me to look deep inside myself, and be happy with what I find.”

Rock balancing artist Matt Denault

a fan of well-known rock balancer Michael Grab, but never thought he had the patience or a steady enough hand to attempt the art.

Denault has been balancing rocks since late 2014. Since that time, he’s done about 150 rock formations.

Even with all those balancing acts under his belt, he’s not unlike other artists who will always remember their first piece.

“It was the feeling of letting go; the rocks stood tall and still; it was indescribable,” Denault said of his first rock formation. “So many emotions hit me that morning. I was overwhelmed in the best possible way. I saw the beauty first hand. I was mesmerized. A huge sense of pride came over me.”

Since that first rock formation, Denault’s rock balancing has helped to create a young man, who looks inward for peace, rather than reaching outward and finding frustration.

“I’ve used this art as meditation and therapy. It’s challenged me to look deep inside myself, and be happy with what I find,” he said. “There’s always a constant dance with gravity and Mother Nature. It pushes your boundaries. It’s Earth’s puzzle. It challenges me to balance out negative feelings and reach

a true state of calmness.

There’s always a new lesson each time I go. I take these teachings back to my everyday life.

“It’s taught me to be patient, to be confident in my own skin and believe in myself. It’s given me a sense of purpose. I’ve found peace and understanding,” Denault added.

Denault, who has a quiet and kind demeanor, is humbled by those who appreciate his art, and he has decided to share the patience he’s found by creating a 2017 calendar, which he dubbed “Finding Patience.”

The calendar features a host of Denault’s rock formations, all captured in full color photographs.

The pages of the calendar also have quotes Denault has found that are meaningful to him and also speak of patience.

“Finding Patience” is $25, and the calendars can be purchased at Hoffman’s Patterns of the Past on South Main Street and at Annie’s Little Pots on North Main Street, both in Princeton.

To those who buy Denault’s calendar — whether for themselves or as a gift — he hopes customers will have the same reaction he has when he performs his art.

“I want people to be baffled and intrigued, to bring joy and inspiration in a different way. To

Artwork/Mona Cruse

“Finding Patience” is the name local rock balancer Matt Denault has used for his new calendar. While the rock formations he created and photographed for this 2017 calendar defy gravity, he hopes those who buy his work will find not just patience, but also inspiration in his art.

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Princeton resident Matt Denault has spent countless hours in the local creek — alone except for the rocks and water that tend to soothe his soul, as he creates rock formations that defy gravity. Denault has created a 2017 calendar of his artistic endeavors, on sale for $25 at Hoffman’s Patterns of the Past and Annie’s Little Pots in Princeton. defy the impossible,” he said. “I hope to be somebody’s inspiration.”

See more photos of Denault’s art as well as

Halloween fun the axles must go through the pumpkin. No motors are Halloween parade in Princeton allowed. The entry fee is three canned goods or a mone-

PRINCETON — The annual Princeton Halloween parade and costume contest, sponsored by the Princeton Optimist Club, for children ages 0 to 12 will be Saturday, Oct. 29, beginning at Soldiers and Sailors Park.

Costume judging will begin at 11 a.m., and the parade will begin immediately after. The children will parade north on Main Street to the pumpkin races, where each child will receive a bag of goodies, and the winners of the contest will be announced. There will be four age categories — 0-3, 4-6, 7-9 and 10-12.

Fourth annual pumpkin races set for Oct. 29

PRINCETON — The fourth annual pumpkin races will be Saturday, Oct. 29, in downtown Princeton, starting at noon.

This is a fun time for all. This can be a family activity where everyone in the family can work on their racer, making it roll and decorating it. The winner of each heat gets $20, and the winners go to the next heat. There will be prizes for the best decorated pumpkins.

The rules are simple, it must be a real pumpkin, and

tary donation to the Bureau County Food Pantry.

There will also be a special race featuring the banks in Princeton — The Great Bank Race.

This event is sponsored by the Princeton Optimist Club, Friends of Youth and several local businesses.

Mineral Gold Fire Department to host Halloween activities

MINERAL — The Mineral and Gold Fire Department will host a Halloween party from 4 to 8 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 31.

Glow necklaces will be handed out to children throughout the night at the fire department, so they can be seen during their trick-or-treat adventures.

The fire department will also have popcorn, hot-dogs and drinks throughout the evening, and then at 7:30 p.m., there will be a costume contest with prizes. There will also be a pumpkin carving contest. Those wishing to enter the pumpkin contest must bring their own precarved pumpkin for judging. Prizes will also be awarded.

Trick or treat hours in Mineral are from 5 to 7 p.m. on Oct. 31.

prints he has for sale on his Facebook page, also called “Finding Patience.”

Denault also plans to

attend other events to showcase his prints and his calendar.

Comment on this story at www.bcrnews.com.

PHS Music Boosters hold fundraiser

PRINCETON — The Princeton High School Music Boosters will hold a prep-freeze-cook fundraiser. The cost is $160, and participants will get 10 freezer meals ready for either the crock pot or oven. Each meal feeds about five people.

Meals include creamy Italian chicken, Philly cheesesteak sloppy joes, pulled pork tacos, beefy lasagna soup, cheese chicken potato casserole and bacon cheeseburger tater tot to name a few.

Proceeds from the fundraiser will benefit the band and choir programs at Princeton High School. To order, contact Dawn Rudolph by calling 815-719-3019 by Thursday, Oct. 27. Pick up will be between 5 and 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 3, at Open Prairie Church in Princeton.

Auction Calendar Oct. 29 — Large auction, antiques, collectibles, tools, 10 a.m., 711 N. Railroad St., Seatonville, Burkart and Hansen Auction Service, auctioneers.

Oct. 29 — Margaret A. Cowen trust and Dorothy F. Wilson trust, farm land, 10 a.m., “The Shed,” 401 W. Main St., Wyanet, Rediger Auction Service, auctioneers.

Nov. 25 — Eugene VanWassenhove estate, farm land, 10 a.m., American Legion Post 31, 1509 Railroad Ave., Kewanee, Rediger Auction Service, auctioneers.

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Illinois Valley Scene

Feel goods ...

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More than reading, writing and arithmetic ...

Fourth-grade students at Lincoln Elementary School in Princeton recently completed a unit on “The Lemonade War,” a book based on the idea that a brother and sister compete to see who can make the most money in a lemonade stand. The siblings ultimately donated their money to a local animal shelter. Princeton fourth-graders like the idea of helping area animals so much, they, too, decided to hold a bake sale on Wednesday in the school gym to raise money for Friends of Strays and the Tri-County Humane Society. The children who are students of Julie Eisenbarth, Sara Clark, Jaime Patterson and Laurie Quanstrom, raised $800.04, which was split and donated to Friends of Strays and the Tri-County Humane Society.

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Buffalo Days donates to LaMoille School program LaMoille’s Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS) program received a $1,000 donation from the Buffalo Days committee on Oct. 18. Implemented three years ago, the PBIS rewards students who make positive behavioral choices at school.

Accumulated points can be used toward items in the school “store.” Popular items include candy, flash drives, ear buds, lanyards and school supplies. Students can also purchase homework passes and buy back merit points from another program which rewards good behavior with field trips.

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Students recognized for good behavior As a reward for good behavior, Grandma Rosie’s Sweet Treats ice cream truck was at John F. Kennedy School in Spring Valley on Sept. 30. Students with no minors for the month of September were able to order an ice cream treat of their choice to celebrate their good behavior.

Thrivent donates to The Closet Kristin McComber, Thrivent Financial office professional; Jessica Peterson, associate manager of The Closet, and Steven Becker, financial associate with Thrivent Financial, hold some coats donated during an open house on Sept. 24 at Becker’s office, 105 S. Main St., Princeton, Suite 2. Becker was able to raise $25 in cash and accepted several donated coats, hats and gloves during the open house.

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We the People support law enforcement We the People recently hosted a Lunch in the Park for all Bureau County law enforcement officials. Lunch was free to all officers and their families. During the public event, those in attendance were asked to make a donation. The event was held to show community support for all law enforcement officials. A total of $940 was raised, and checks for $200 each were given to the Princeton Police Department, the Bureau County Sheriff’s Department and CPASA — which were the profits after all expenses were paid. Pictured at a check presentation are Bob Baker (from left), one of the event organizers; Sheriff Jim Reed; CPASA Director Dawn Conerton; Princeton Police Chief Tom Root; and Gary Forristall, one of the event organizers.

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Illinois Valley Scene

This and that ...

Stroke detection screening scheduled PRINCETON — The Bureau County Farm Bureau will host a wellness screening from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 3, at 535 Elm Place in Princeton.

Stoke is a major public health concern.

The mortality rate, medical cost and disability burden for those suffering a stroke is significant and disturbing. Stroke is the third leading cause of death in the U.S. and kills more woman than breast cancer every year. Unfortunately, most people don’t notice a sign or symptom until after a stroke occurs. That’s why stroke is commonly referred to as the “silent killer.”

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Early detection is the key to saving lives and saving health expense.

Stroke Detection Plus, a mobile vascular screening company, uses ultrasound technology to detect blockages in arteries and vessels of the body. The screenings performed include: Carotid arteries, abdominal aortic aneurysm, peripheral artery disease and osteoporosis. Farm Bureau members will receive all four tests for $100, which equates to a $35 savings off of the $135 community price.

Appointments are necessary. To set up an appointment, call toll-free 877-732-8258.

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Truck regulations update meeting on Nov. 4 HENRY — A truck regulations update meeting will be held Friday, Nov. 4, at Birkey’s Farm Store, 1350 Western Road, Henry. The meeting will be offered twice, from 9 to 11 a.m. or from 12:30 to 3 p.m.

Topics covered include the CDL, FVD vs. CFV, MCSR, correct licensing, IDOT numbers and Unified Carrier Registration. Trucks will be on-site for a walkaround presentation and discussion of vehicle inspection regulations and measurement process. There will also be time for questions and participants will receive take-home materials covering

these topics.

Presenting the seminar will be Kevin Rund who has specialized in farm transportation issues for the Illinois Farm Bureau for more than 30 years. Also presenting will be Tom Wise, unit chief with Illinois Department of Transportation.

The seminar is free courtesy of the Bureau County Farm Bureau and state Farm Bureaus. Advance registration is required by Wednesday, Nov. 2. No walkins will be accepted. To reserve a spot, call the Bureau County Farm Bureau at 815-875-6468.

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Perry Memorial Senior Behavioral wellness open house PRINCETON — The Perry Memorial Hospital Senior Behavioral Wellness outpatient counseling service is having an open house on Thursday, Nov. 3, from 3 to 5:30 p.m. The Princeton Chamber of Commerce will be celebrating with a ribbon cutting at 5:15 p.m.

PMH’s Senior Behavioral Wellness outpatient counseling service provides emotional support for seniors in the local area. In retirement years, many unexpected events can occur that drastically change our lives — death of a loved one, new health conditions, family problems, and financial difficulties to name a few.

The result for the person in senior years can include increased worries or fears, overwhelming emotions, and beliefs that

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he/she is the only one dealing with these feelings.

Giving seniors an outlet to discuss life events, lack of control over what happens, and related feelings is the main purpose of PMH’s Senior Behavioral Wellness service. This Medicare covered service includes transportation, therapeutic small group discussions, and the opportunity to eat a meal with others. Individual counseling and family counseling sessions are also available. Call 815-876-2004 for more information about this service.

The open house will be held in the Senior Behavioral Wellness Clinic which is located on the first floor in the Medical Office Building at Perry Memorial Hospital. Refreshments will be served.

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Antique Spectacular is Nov. 4-6 ROCK ISLAND — The annual Fall Antique Spectacular Vintage Market will be Nov. 4-6 at the QCCA Expo Center in Rock Island. This anticipated event will feature 70 exhibitors with antiques and vintage items galore at Antique Spectacular. The show, winding up its 22nd year, is located at the QCCA Expo Center, 2621 Fourth Ave. It is overflowing with a variety of fine antiques and vintage collectibles for sale. Featured will be select antique dealers with unique merchandise from around the world. Hunters of vintage will have an opportunity all weekend to shop the wide range of quality antiques, With the Antique Spectacular, there is always something to interest every

collector. This includes great furniture, art pottery, country,stoneware, books, prints, primitives, jewelry, silver, antique glassware, American Indian items, china, postcards, coins, quilts, dolls, toys, advertising, marbles, rugs, vintage textiles and period pieces.

The Antique Spectacular show hours are Friday, 4 to 9 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Parking is free, and show admission is $7 and is good for admittance all three days.

More information about the Antique Spectacular is available at www. antiquespectacular.com or by calling Kimberly Schilling at 712-324-9964. The Antique Spectacular is presented by Melting Pot Productions, Inc.

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College Day planned for students interested in ag HENRY — The Bureau County Farm Bureau, along with Marshall-Putnam and Stark County Farm Bureaus, will host a College Open House Day for agriculture on Wednesday, Nov. 16, at Birkey’s Farm Store in Henry.

This is an opportunity for area students to meet locally with representatives of these schools.

The following schools who offer agriculture programs have been invited: Illinois State University, University of Illinois, Southern Illinois University, Western Illinois University, Black Hawk East, Joliet Junior College, Lake

Land College, Parkland College and Illinois Central College.

All sophomore, junior and senior students from the high schools in Bureau, Marshall, Putnam and Stark counties who are interested in pursuing a career in an agricultural field are invited to attend.

Open house hours will be from 10 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 2 p.m. Bureau County schools have been assigned to the first session, but if you would prefer the second session it can be requested.

For more information, all the Bureau County Farm Bureau at 815-875-6468.

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PRINCETON — Thursday, Oct. 27, 6:30 p.m., Extreme Vision Paranormal: Report of investigations on paranormal activity.

Thursday, Oct. 27, 6:30 p.m., Youth services Halloween party and costume parade.

Saturday, Oct. 29, 10 a.m., Health Fair: Health Fair for Health Literacy Month.

Various stations will be set-up throughout the library for different health conditions.

Monday, Oct. 31, 6:30 p.m. Monday Movie: A neurosurgeon inherits the castle of his grandfather, an infamous doctor.

Tuesday, Nov. 1, 10:30 a.m., Youth Services story time and craft: Animal fair/ animal mask.

Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2 p.m., Health Happens: Liberty Village program.

Tuesday, Nov. 1, 6:30 p.m., Health Happens: Heart healthy meal with the University of Illinois Extension.

Wednesday, Nov. 2, 3:45 p.m., Junior High Book Club game day.

Wednesday, Nov. 2, 6:30 p.m., Chicks with Sticks will meet.

Thursday, Nov. 3, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friends of the Library book sale.

Thursday, Nov. 3, 10:45 a.m., PHS Book Club, Tigers Reads, book selection.

Thursday, Nov. 3, 2 p.m., Health Happens: Perry Memorial Hospital will talk about strokes.

Thursday, Nov. 3, 6:30 p.m., Health Happens: Managing the stress of the family caregiver with home instead senior care.

SPRING VALLEY — Thursday, Oct. 27, 5:30 p.m., Justine Fulara, a certified laughter yoga leader will start an Illinois Valley Laughter Club. This is open to everyone who wants to feel happier and healthier.

Admission is free. The program is intended to help elevate your mood, decrease your stress and discover your greatness.

Friday, Oct. 28, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., the library will offer a Rules of the Road Review course for all citizens in the Illinois Valley area. The course is free and for the purpose of helping participants pass the Illinois driver’s license renewal examination. The course prepares applicants for the general written and road examinations and also provides information on vision screening. Call the library at 815663-4741 or stop by to register.

The children’s library has story time on Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. There will be stories, crafts and refreshments. October themes for crafts include pumpkin seeds tree picture, candy corn paper people and a hanging bat.

LAMOILLE — Therapy Thursdays is an ongoing program. Come and go between 1 and 4 p.m. Materials will be furnished or people may bring their own.

The library will be participating in the Rebecca Caudill Book Choice Award for 2017. This program is open to children in fourth through eighth grades. The Rebecca Caudill group will meet at the library for fun talks, games and snacks, ending with a pizza party and voting in February 2017.

The library is also taking part in choosing the Abraham Lincoln High School Book Award. The program will be con-

ducted in the same manner as the Rebecca Caudill program. If interested in joining either of these groups, contact the library for a list of the nominated books.

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.

The library board meetings are held on Mondays, except where noted, at 6 p.m. at the library. Meeting dates are: Nov. 14, December – no meeting, Jan. 9, 2017; Feb. 13, 2017; March 13, 2017; April 10, 2017; May 8, 2017; and June 12, 2017. All board meetings are open to the public.

TISKILWA — Monday, Oct. 31, from 4:30 to 6 p.m., there will be trick-or-treating at the library.

On the first Wednesday of each month at 4:30 p.m., the library’s book club for BCR photo/Becky Kramer adults meets. Every Thursday at 10:45 a.m., the library hosts a senior fitness class. Participants focus on balance, endurance, muscular strength, mental Marydale Stewart (right) of Spring Valley discusses her books with Gregg Pettit. Stewart clarity and socialization. There is no cost was part of the Princeton Public Library’s Author Fair, where local authors were asked to to attend. come, and show, sign and sell their books. The event was held on Saturday.

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. www.illinoisvalleyhomeshow.com PERU — Eight area libraries including LaSalle, Peru, Richard A. Mautino in Spring Valley, Putnam County, Jacobs Library at IVCC, Graves-Hume in Mendota, Princeton and Oglesby are sponsoring the seventh annual Food for Fines amnesty program benefiting area food pantries.

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Senior Spotlight Riley Johnson • Ohio High School Name: Riley Johnson School: Ohio High School Date/place of birth: May 13, 1999, Princeton.

Hometown: Ohio/ Family: Scott and Janet Johnson (parents) Kaurie, Lindsey and Erica (sisters) and Brice (brother).

Sports: Volleyball and softball.

Favorite sport and why: Volleyball because I love the competitiveness of the game and the atmosphere.

Favorite food and where to get it: Alan Special at Los Ranchitos.

Likes: Pizza, sports and my dog.

Dislikes: Peas, math and snakes.

Person with the greatest Influence on my athletic career (and why): Coach Folk and Coach Monroe, they have always pushed me to be a better player and have helped me develop new skills to make me a better player.

Person with the greatest influence in my life (and why): My mom, she always pushes me to do better and always supported me through my whole sports career.

Who would be your dream celebrity prom date: Kris Bryant.

Name three historic figures you’d like to meet (and why): Abraham Lincoln. I would like to hear his wise words and stories. Ronald Reagan; To hear all of his positive and inspiring words. Amelia Earhart; to find out why she had so much courage to fly a plane across the Atlantic Ocean by herself.

If stranded on a deserted island, I would have my: Phone and ice cream.

The last song I listened to: Wild Things by Alessia Cara.

People would be surprised to know: I have watched every episode of Friends.

I stay home to watch: The Goldbergs.

When I need luck for a big game, I: listen to my pump up playlist with my team.

The funniest person I’ve ever met (and why): Jasmine Kahly because she’s the funniest person I know and it’s never a dull moment with her around.

What they’ll say about me at school after I graduate: She was funny and crazy!

Most embarrassing moment: When I went to catch a ball during a softball game and went over the fence.

Most unforgettable moment: When we won the Lady Lion Invite!

Ultimate sports fantasy: To play sand volleyball in the Olympics with Kerri Walsh Jennings.

What I would like to do in life: Live a successful and happy life.

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Bowling Boosters host 50/50 raffle SPRING VALLEY — The Hall High School Bowling Boosters Organization (HBB) is holding a 50/50 raffle to support the Hall High School bowling team. The “Black Friday 50/50 Raffle” will be drawn on Nov. 19, just in time for some holiday shopping.

Currently, the jackpot is at $1,300 and rising. Tickets are $5 each, and you need not be present to win. Send $5 per ticket with your name, address and phone number to: HBB Raffle, 419 W. St Paul St., Spring Valley, IL 61362.

HBB is a newly-formed group to ensure the sport of bowling is continued at Hall High School. With tight budgets, some extra-curricular activities could be cut, so they hope to keep raising funds to keep this sport alive. Donations will be used to assist the bowling program with expenses such as tournament fees, equipment, travel, food and any other expenses deemed necessary the Hall High School budget can’t meet.

Malden Cheer Camp

MALDEN — The Malden cheerleaders will once again host a Little Pom/cheerleading camp titled “Bows and Bling — It’s a Cheerleading Thing,” from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 5.

Any girl in the surrounding area age 4 through fifth grade is welcome to attend. Forms can be picked up at the Malden School, the Malden Post office or by calling Malden Grade School at 815643-2436.

The girls will learn a pom-pom routine and a floor cheer. They will also receive a set of palms hair bow, group pictures and a snack during the practice. Their performance will be during Malden’s home game against LaMoille on Monday, Nov. 7. The cost of this camp is $22.

For more information regarding this camp, or for requesting a form, call Brenda Dye at 815463-2436 during the day or 815643-2551 in the evening.

IVCC Trivia Night

OGLESBY — Team openings remain for the second annual Illinois Valley Community College Eagles Athletic Department Trivia Night on Saturday, Oct. 29, in the gym. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., and the trivia contest begins at 6:30 p.m.

The Halloween-themed event is open to anyone to play for $10 per person or $7 for IVCC students; 10 people per team. If you do not have 10, there will be extra players looking for teams.

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First place wins $300, second $200.

The event supports all Eagles teams and includes basket raffles, 50/50 drawing, a special raffle drawing for players in costume, a team prize for best costumed table, and a raffle for IVCC students who show their student ID for a $50 Bookstore gift certificate. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. All proceeds benefit IVCC Athletics.

To register and reserve a table, call Sue Harding at 815-224-0472 or email sue_harding@ivcc.edu.

Halloween Hustle 5K

LADD — Ladd Community Consolidated Grade School will host its Halloween Hustle 5K at 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 29. Registration will be from 8 to 8:45 a.m. at the school located at 232 E. Cleveland St., Ladd.

Entry fee is $25. Awards will be given to the overall top runners and top male and females in each age group, as well as best youth and adult costumes.

Race applications can be downloaded at www.starvedrockrunners.org. For more information, visit www.ladd.ccsd94.com.

Proceeds raised for the Ladd Community Education and Enrichment Foundation will be used to benefit the students of Ladd CUSD 94.

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Three Rivers champions The Bureau Valley sophomore football team handed coach Craig Johnson a birthday present gift-wrapped with a 38-14 win over Morrison Friday night to finish an undefeated fresh-soph conference championship.

TTT sign-ups

PRINCETON — Registration is underway for the Tiger Town Tanglers youth wrestling organization. TTT competes in the Illinois Kids Wrestling Federation.

There will be a parents meeting Wednesday, Nov. 2 in the Princeton High School cafeteria. For more information, visit the TTT Facebook page.

IVCC purple and white scrimmage Oct. 27 OGLESBY — Illinois Valley Community College’s men’s basketball team is hosting the Purple and White Scrimmage at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, in the gym.

The 2016-2017 team will be divided into purple and white teams for the scrimmage, and players and coaches will be available afterwards for photos and autographs.

Coached by Chris Herman and assistant Justin Jacobson, the team includes Dallas McClain and Keymonta Johnson of Decatur, Jalen Latham of Pontiac, Mich., Troy Johnson, Ricky Calvin, Justin Davis and Malik Hollins of Chicago, DeMonte Sims of Peoria, Alec Veverka of Granville, Brady Huebbe and Christian Soderholm of Peru, Isaiah

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Lady Lions visit the U of I The LaMoille/Ohio Lady Lions volleyball team took a team bus trip to Champaign to see the Fighting Illini’s Big Ten match with Purdue at Huff Hall on the campus of the U of I. The Lady Lions took the top seed into the Annawan Regional, No. 2 overall in its sub-sectional.

Tubbs of LaSalle, John Pickard of Wenona and Andrew Pyszka of Dalzell.

This event is free and the public is invited to meet the team.

Donations are welcome to help defray costs of uniforms and travel gear.

Santas on the run

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on the Run 5K will be Saturday, Nov. 26, to benefit the Hall Township Food Pantry. Registration will be from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the JFK School, 800 N. Richards St., Spring Valley. Race time is 10 a.m. from the JFK parking lot.

Entry fee is $25 postmarked by Nov. 16, $30 through and including race day. Awards will be

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