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BV looks at facility options Committee meeting set for 7 a.m. Friday, Jan. 30

By Goldie Currie gcurrie@bcrnews.com

MANLIUS — It was a crowded house at the Bureau Valley School Board meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 27.

Several parents and teachers came — anxious to hear results of the preliminary study recently conducted on all district facilities. Those results won’t be released to the public until a special meeting at 7 a.m. Friday, Jan. 30.

As previously reported, the board in October hired Farnsworth Group of Peoria at a cost of $24,800 to conduct a district-wide

facilities study. At that time, Superintendent Steve Endress explained how some of the district’s buildings were beyond 80 years old and pointed out the challenges of maintaining the old structures.

Board member Don DeWaele, who is also Building and Grounds Committee chairman, added a lot of times the district is faced with immediate building issues, and with its hands tied, is forced to pay for repairs because of life safety regulations.

That story became a reality for the board in December when they were forced to pay $12,000 for

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Smith: ‘This gives me hope’ Looking into the future at PES

By Zita Henneberry zhenneberry@bcrnews.com

PRINCETON — With the change in governor comes a change in budgeting, said Princeton Elementary Superintendent Tim Smith.

Smith expressed concern at the Monday, Jan. 26, school board meeting for the future finances of Princeton Elementary Schools.

While the financial side of running the district is a complicated structure of payments and money juggling, the fact is PES could be losing a significant amount of financial support, Smith said, adding the district could go from the six payments received last year to only getting two this year.

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to five times a year anyway, will meet to discuss the best way to address possible budget deficits.

Smith said the committee will aim to potentially reshape the current budget to a more accurately-portrayed financial plan.

“The expense side I’m comfortable with; I feel like we are controlling our spending. But it’s the darn revenue side,” he said.

Smith said the final picture of the budget plan will be more readily available after Rauner’s budget address Wednesday, Feb. 18. Smith said he plans to try and call a financial meeting before and after the address to best prepare and plan the fiscal future of PES. Smith said he is anxious to hear Rauner’s answers to the financial struggles faced throughout the state.

“I’m anxious for his ideas,” said Smith.

The new laws and changing system structure are reaching into the school

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The freshly fallen snow mixed with a steady mist and below-freezing temperatures created a beautiful sight for photographers, however, the picture wasn’t so pretty for motorists Monday evening. Emergency personnel responded to several problems throughout the county.

Emergency responders busy Monday Slick roads made for slippery travel

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A quick drop in eve-

ning temperatures on Monday, Jan. 26 created slick roads and treacherous road conditions for travelers.

Local 911 dispatchers and first responders were tied up most of the night with several weather-related accident calls throughout the county.

Bureau County Sheriff Jim Reed reported his office responded to 19 accidents throughout the

evening. While traffic was slowed on many roads due to the accidents, he confirmed there were no road closures.

The Princeton Fire Department also had a busy evening.

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Bureau County K9 officer Chica sits next to her handler Chad Hall’s police car. The back seat to Hall’s car is more like Chica’s office, with no seats and matted flooring. Chica is just like any other dog, said Hall, until it’s time to work.

People need to be wary of Chica, because she is trained to be a threat.

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By Zita Henneberry zhenneberry@bcrnews.com

PRINCETON — Bureau County Sheriff’s Office K9, Chica, has received a ballistic vest, thanks to a nationwide Groupon event that raised more than $335,000.

Chica’s handler, Chad Hall, said Chica has operated without a vest up until now. Working as a police dog for about the last five years, Chica is well versed in her duties as a K9 officer.

“I always say when you see the dogs out of the car with the officer, they’re working; it’s not the same animal as when we are doing our demonstrations,” said Hall.

Chica, the excitable 6-year-old Belgian Malinois K9 officer ran and jumped as she played ball with her handler Hall in what appeared to be normal playful puppy antics.

However, Hall explained, Chica is not like other dogs. When her leash is off, said Hall, Chica seems like an ordinary dog, but put the leash on, and she is ready to work. Through Pavlov’s law of classical conditioning, said Hall, Chica is trained to know when to play and when to

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K9 officer Rocco of the Pittsburgh Police Department died in the line of duty in January 2014. All vests donated by Vested Interest Inc.’s Groupon event are embroidered with the sentiment pictured above. This will include a total of 350 protective vests being distributed to law enforcement dogs across the nation. be a threat.

The campaign which aimed to provide police K9s with bullet and stab protective vests ran from Feb. 15 to March 5 last year. The Groupon Grassroots selected the nationwide non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s Inc. to partner in the charity.

While Chica is not yet accustomed to wearing her vest, they are working to get her used to it, said Hall adding the protective vests which are generally worth around $1,500, are key to protecting the K9 officers.

All vests from the Grou-

pon event proceeds were donated in memory of K9 Rocco of the Pittsburgh Police Department. Rocco sacrificed his life in the line of duty a year ago, January 2014. Vested Interest aims to honor Rocco’s memory as they provide more than 350 vests to law enforcement dogs nationwide. Hall pointed out the embroidered sentiment on Chica’s vest, stitched into the underside of every donated vest, “In Memory of K9 Rocco, Pittsburgh Bureau of Police.”

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According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), 78 percent of Illinois consumers who signed up for coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace are getting financial assistance to lower monthly premiums As the Sunday, Feb. 15, deadline to sign up approaches, HHS is encouraging Illinois consumers to check out their options for quality affordable coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace.

As of Friday, Jan. 16, 286,888 Illinois consumers selected or were automatically re-enrolled in Marketplace coverage. According to a report with additional details released by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, of the 286,888 consumers in Illinois who selected or were automatically re-enrolled in plans: • 78 percent selected a plan with financial assistance.

• 34 percent were under 35 years of age.

• 60 percent re-enrolled in a Marketplace plan.

• 40 percent selected a plan for the first time.

“We’re pleased that in Illinois, 286,888 people are signed up for Marketplace coverage, and 78 percent are able to lower their costs even further by getting tax credits, making a difference in the lives of so many families,” HHS Secretary Sylvia M. Burwell said. “The deadline to sign up for coverage is just a few weeks away.

We are encouraging Illinois consumers to visit HealthCare.gov, call the call center or get in touch with a local assistant to check out their options for quality, affordable

coverage. We still have a lot of work to do before Feb. 15, but are encouraged by the strong interest we’ve seen so far.”

Nationwide, 9.5 million consumers selected or were automatically re-enrolled in quality, affordable health insurance coverage through the Marketplace through Jan 16. More than 7.1 million were in the 37 states, including Illinois, using the HealthCare. gov platform and 2.4 million were in the 14 states (including Washington, D.C.) using their own Marketplace platforms.

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The information contained in this report provides the most systematic summary of enrollment-related activity in the Marketplaces to date. Data for the various metrics are counted using comparable definitions for data elements across states and Marketplace types.

To read the monthly enrollment report, visit ]http://aspe.hhs.gov/ health/reports/2015/ MarketPlaceEnrollment/Jan2015/ib_ 2015jan_enrollment.pdf.

For a breakdown of plan selection data at the zip code level through Jan. 16, visit: http:// aspe.hhs.gov/health/ reports/2015/MarketPlaceEnrollment/EnrollmentByZip/rpt_EnrollmentByZip.cfm.

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At left, Michael Eugene Krug (left) was the Princeton Park District’s first-place prize winner in the chili cook-off. At right, Wick Warren (left) was the People’s Choice Award winner.

They are pictured with Bureau County Metro Center recreational director Nick Davis.

Dishing up fun at the Bureau County Metro Center Krug, Warren win chili cook-off

By Zita Henneberry zhenneberry@bcrnews.com

PRINCETON — This past weekend the Princeton Park District hosted its Chili Cook-Off at the Bureau County Metro Center.

“The idea was to bring people in our doors, to bring people together,” said Bureau County Metro Center recreation director Nick Davis.

The event, which was Sunday, Jan. 25, in Shoemake Hall, featured musician Peter Hamilton.

“I think the music is a great aspect,” Davis said.

According to Davis, it was a great opportunity for an indoors community event. While the win-

ter roads prevented many from attending, those present had a great time.

The cash bar was open, and the chili juices were flowing, Davis said.

The Metro Center plans to host more events like it soon. In the future, Davis said he’d like to mimic this chili cook-off with barbecue cook-offs, wing contests or pie contests. However, Davis is open to all new ideas.

“If there is a way to better accommodate those people and improve an event or program, my ears are always open,” he said.

There are, however, already many existing contests in Bureau County which the Metro Center promises to try to avoid overlapping. Davis said he will be sure to not schedule future events during or around the same dates as established community functions.

The Sunday cook-off had

two winners. First-place winner Michael Eugene Krug of Walnut prepared the contest’s overall winning selection. Winning the People’s Choice Award was Wick Warren of Princeton. Each contestant was honored with a plaque.

Contestants were rated on five different criteria, including: Uniqueness, aroma, texture, flavor and heat. Davis judged alongside Rodney Beaber.

Entering your chili was free because the idea for the event was to bring people together, not to make money.

“The idea was to create a setting that might bring people together from different crowds who might not normally interact with each other,” said Davis, adding he looks forward to future park district events and the sense of community they will bring.

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Extension offering webinars for young adults HENRY — Registration is now open for the “Life Transitions” webinar series from the University of Illinois Extension. This free program is geared for college students and young adults and can be accessed from your laptop or any computer with Internet access.

Jill Guynn, county director, invites all interested to participate.

“We hope this series will provide basic information for young adults as they begin to make decisions about money management. Those interested can participate in one or all webinars in the series.

University of Illinois Extension is pleased to promote this opportunity to young adults in our area to learn about handling your money and planning for your financial future.”

Understanding available financial tools, how to use credit wisely and investment strategies can help minimize debt and

increase wealth. These and other money-management strategies will be presented in free “Get $avvy: Grow Your Green Stuff” webinars, designed especially for the challenges faced by college students and young adults.

“Young adults need quality, unbiased financial education to help them establish strong financial roots,” said University of Illinois Extension Consumer Economics Educator Kathy Sweedler, who is coordinating the webinars.

“Although this is true of adults at all ages, it’s especially true for those who have tried to enter the job force since the Great Recession. They’re up against high unemployment rates and saddled with significant student loan debt. The Project on Student Debt reported that the average amount of debt was $28,028.”

Registration for the free webinars is available at http://go.uillinois.edu/

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Individuals can register for one webinar or all and “attend” from any computer with Internet access. All webinars will be offered on Tuesdays at 4 p.m.

Upcoming dates and topics are: Feb. 24 — Job Benefits — Job benefits, such as retirement plans and health care, can significantly change an individual’s net worth. Learn how to make the most of the options.

April 21 — Love Your Loan — Student loans can be confusing and many repayment options exist.

This webinar will explore some of the choices.

The webinars are hosted by University of Illinois Extension and University Student Financial Services and Cashier Operation’s Student Money Management Center. For more information call the University of Illinois Extension’s Bureau, LaSalle, Marshall, Putnam Unit Office at 815-224-0889.

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Mark Dvorak entertains Princeton crowd Mark Dvorak, Chicago’s “official troubadour,” entertained a crowd Saturday, Jan. 24, at the Princeton Coffeehouse, located at Open Prairie, United Church of Christ in Princeton. Dvorak has performed in 38 states and in Canada, Ireland and Finland.

He has released 16 albums, as well as a book of essays and poetry.

Weather From Page 1 On Tuesday, Jan. 27, Princeton Fire Chief Chuck Woolley sent out a full report on three weather-related accidents first responders were called to throughout the evening.

The first was at 5:09 p.m. on Interstate 180 near Mile Marker 10.5.

“We found a single vehicle which lost control on ice-covered roads and went into the median,” he stated. “There was one occupant in (the) vehicle, which was out under own power.”

Princeton ambulance transported the occupant to Perry Memorial Hospital, and Bureau County

Sheriff’s Office filed the report.

First responders were called out again at 5:27 p.m. to Interstate 180 near Mile Marker 5 for a single-vehicle accident that had lost control on the ice-covered road and went into the median, rolling on its side.

“All occupants were out of (the) vehicle,” Woolley stated. “There were three victims in this accident, and there were no injuries reported.”

Illinois State Police filed the report.

Upon arrival, the 10-33 Ambulance of Spring Valley was requested for mutual aid due to units tied up on another call.

The third accident occurred at 6:19 p.m. on

Interstate 80 near Mile Marker 58. According to Woolley, the accident involved an RV, which had been pulling a car, and another SUV. The RV was found in the median of the highway.

“There was only one occupant in the RV and SUV. Both were out of their vehicles and were not injured,” he said.

Illinois State Police also completed the report on this accident.

In talking about weather-related accidents, Reed reminded how, in many cases, accidents can be prevented if drivers slow down, take their time and drive defensively.

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From Page 1 cafeteria as well. Under the new Affordable Care Act, the current food contracts at PES are simply not maintainable, said Smith. The previous agreements with other smaller schools and school districts where PES provides the lunch services are no longer feasible. The current payments from the districts are not sufficient to cover the benefits for the workers needed to continue with these contracts, Smith added..

The board approved the review of these contracts and the further exploration of better options for future food agreements.

In conclusion of his report, Smith adamantly described and presented the Vision 20/20 resolution.

In total agreement as the potential for productivity, the PES Board accepted the Vision 20/20 resolution.

“This gives me hope,” said Smith.

In a brief discussion of the resolution and its implications, board members examined specific goals and likely outcomes. Board member Terry O’Neil said educators have historically lacked in their ability to stand up for their needs.

He said the potential Vision 20/20 has to remedy that is an great thing.

Smith said the goal of Vision 20/20 is not to ignite any arguments with legislators, but provide educators with a voice. Vision 20/20 rejects the notion public education is failing, but it aims to identify what is really wrong in the system, he added.

The board approved the resolution and went one step further to approve Smith’s wish to educate the community on Vision 20/20. Smith aims to reach out to various organizations to inform the public on Vision 20/20 and its approach to the current system.

In other business, the PES Board regretfully accepted the resignations of Logan special education paraprofessionals Rachel Curtis and Melissa Castro and Jefferson special education paraprofessionals Lynn Cwikla and Ashley Bartman.

The board hired Cindy Rodefer as a Logan special education paraprofessional along with Jenna Scanland and part-time paraprofessional Doug Sopher.

As a part time Douglas special education paraprofessional, the board hired Caroline Daoran.

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The weather may be a lot colder in the winter, but that doesn’t stop kids from playing outdoors – especially when it’s snowing outside. Still, the cold weather means that parents and kids need to take certain precautions and be more careful. A snow day can be lots of fun, but it can also be dangerous when your children are not prepared and you don’t teach them about certain safety measures.

The following safety tips are from Christina Plejdrup, a mother/inventor:

Keep children hydrated

When the temperature

outside is cold, we don’t always realize when we are thirsty. Active children who are running around will sweat more and can become dehydrated.

Have your child bring a water bottle with him to stay hydrated or call him inside for a hot chocolate break.

Make sure your children wear layers When children are running around playing, they tend to feel hot, but that doesn’t mean they can go outside in just a sweater. They still need

to wear proper clothing to conserve heat and prevent hypothermia. A good tip is to make them wear a polyester inner layer, a waterproof coat or snowsuit, and winter accessories like a hat, gloves and scarf.

clothes get wet or they keep shivering, become lethargic or have slurred speech, they need to go inside and tell an adult.

Look out for hypothermia

Never let your child go ice skating in an area that has not been approved by local police or recreation departments. Teach your children to skate in the same direction as the crowd, skate in pairs and avoid chewing gum or candy while skating. If your child is just learning how to skate, consider giving them a helmet and knee pads to use as a safe-

Hypothermia is an issue that occurs when a child’s body temperature falls below normal due to exposure to colder temperatures. Keep your children informed about hypothermia and teach them the symptoms to look out for. If their

Be careful ice skating

ty precaution.

Wear bright colors Pedestrians are three times more likely to get hit by a car after the fall than they are in any other time of the year, especially after the first snowfall.

This is because drivers have a hard time adjusting to the changing light.

Winter outerwear for kids often comes in bright, neon colors for this reason. If your kid’s winter clothes aren’t bright, you can purchase some reflective tape to put on your child’s coat, sleeves and snow pants.

BBB offers volunteering tips Donating your time to charity is just as meaningful as making a cash contribution. The right match can help you find friends, learn new skills and even advance your career, while at the same time provide valuable support in the community. The key to having a successful volunteer experience is knowing what your goals and interests are, suggests the Better Business Bureau (BBB).

“There are many volunteer opportunities with charities and non-profits,” says Steve J. Bernas, president/CEO of the Better Business Bureau serving Chicago and Northern

Illinois. “It is important to think of donating time similarly to donating money.”

Bernas said “Charities are highly dependent on volunteers for their time and efforts.”

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in the most recent figures available, 25.4 percent of the U.S. population volunteered for a charity between September 2012 and September 2013.

The BBB recommends taking these five steps to make sure your volunteer experiences are worthwhile: • Identify your skills. Volunteering opportunities

are available for any skill level. Consider what you’re good at and what services you’d be particularly wellequipped to provide. You can find a good fit for your education or talents.

• Consider your passions.

Maximize your enthusiasm for volunteering by finding an issue that resonates with your own personal passions. If you’re a runner, consider a marathon fundraiser. If you like history, look for opportunities to help out at an archeological dig. By identifying your passions, you’re more likely to stay engaged with the charity and be a more effective volunteer.

• Determine your availability. Make a realistic estimate of how much time you’re willing to give.

Maybe it’s just a weekend of picking up trash at a park, a week of building schools in a foreign country or maybe you’re willing to make a long-term commitment to tutoring someone to read. It’s better to volunteer the amount of time you can reasonably handle, rather than drop out in the middle of a longer commitment.

• Research the charity thoroughly. Just as you would before making a cash donation, research the charity fully before you

volunteer to make sure the organization has a commitment to standards and accountability. National charity evaluations from the BBB Wise Giving Alliance evaluations on nationally-soliciting charities for free at www.bbb. org/charity.

• Commit to stick with it.

Most volunteers don’t have long-term goals with charities they work with. Even if your early attempts at volunteering weren’t a good fit, keep at it and look for new opportunities to give back. In a tough economy, charities need the support of volunteers more than ever.

Meeting Minutes Spring Valley Elementary School Board SPRING VALLEY — The Spring Valley Elementary School Board met Jan. 21 and conducted the following business: • Reviewed the tentative calendar and will take action on a final 2015-16 calendar in February.

• Reviewed the technology purchasing plan

BV From Page 1 emergency repairs to the boiler system at Bureau Valley North in Walnut.

The facilities study was to encompass every detail of the buildings, rather than just looking at what needs to be repaired or replaced.

Farmsworth Group was to give a professional opinion on the status of each building.

At the start of Tuesday evening’s meeting, BV Board President Rick Cernovich confirmed the

and next month is expected to take action on purchasing new staff laptops for next year and continuing one-on-one.

• Luke Tomsha, SVE technology director, presented his monthly technology report and discussed using a different vendor for pushing out apps and also classroom monitoring of student usage.

• The board passed a resolution supporting Vision 20/20.

board had just received results of the preliminary study that evening.

“The preliminary study doesn’t include financial figures at this time,” he said. “There are 14 different options to consider about the facilities. It’s wide open. We don’t have any numbers now.”

Cernovich mentioned how there had been a lot of rumors going around; he set those rumors straight by confirming no decisions had yet been discussed.

No further information came from the board at

that time, and no further questions came from the audience.

Following a closed session, Cernovich passed out the 14 options from the study to board members and said they should narrow down the options to three or four that would be reported back to the architect.

Cernovich asked board members to keep everything to themselves until they met again in open session.

The board set the special meeting for Friday, Jan. 30 to discuss the pre-

• The original south section air conditioning project went out to bidders on Jan. 23.

• Principal Kim Lisanby-Barber announced the Higdon-McConville engagement.

• Brittany Toraason’s maternity leave was approved.

• Brad Kehl and Mark Higdon were hired as track coaches.

• The board will be looking to hire an additional SLP to assist for the remainder of the year.

liminary draft of the facilities study and to make a recommendation to the architect.

On Wednesday, Jan. 28, the BCR asked Endress for a copy of the 14 options presented to the school board.

“This is only a draft,” Endress emphasized. “Our intent was to get the final report and then have the meeting where (the board) sits down and talks about it. But this is a draft.”

Endress said the board and himself are continuing to work with the architect to make the pre-

liminary report, which includes the 14 options, complete and accurate.

“The only part of it that had any sense of completeness is that (the report) includes any option listed that any community member has suggested.

Friday morning’s meeting is for the board to sit down for the first time and discuss the district’s guiding principles going forward, which should inform the narrowing down of the options to send back to the architect,” he said.

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Obituaries Thomas Burke

Noah Jordheim

Robert Colby

PUTNAM — Noah N. Jordheim, 20, of Putnam died Sunday, Jan. 25, 2015, at Perry Memorial Hospital in Princeton.

Noah was born Feb. 5, 1994. in Fargo, N.D., to Dean and Lisa (Ehlert) Jordheim. He graduated from St. Bede Academy and attended Illinois Valley Community College.

He was a machinist at Mennie’s Machine Company in Granville.

Noah Jordheim Surviving are his father, Dean Jordheim of Grand Forks, N.D.; his mother, Lisa Barnes of Putnam; his stepfather, Bob Barnes of Hollowayville; his maternal grandparents, Ron and Doris Ehlert of Ottertail, Minn.; his paternal grandparents, Eldon and Diane Jordheim of Moorhead, Minn.; his maternal great-grandmother, Monica Ehlert of Wahpeton, N.D.; two brothers, Spencer and Chandler Barnes of Hollowayville; and four sisters, Madelyn, Sophia, Greta and Elyse Jordheim, all of Grand Forks, N.D. He was preceded in death by one aunt, Lori Ann; and one uncle, Nathan N. Ehlert.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 30, at St. Louis Catholic Church, Princeton, with Father Ron Margherio of St. Bede Academy officiating.

Cremation rites will be accorded after the service. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery in Breckenridge, Minn., at a later date.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 29, at the Dysart-Cofoid Funeral Chapel in Granville. There will be an additional visitation from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 30, at the church prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be directed to the donor’s choice.

Online condolences may be sent to Noah’s family at www.dcfunerals.com.

PRINCETON — Robert “Bob” Atlee Colby, 67, of Princeton passed away Friday, Jan. 23, 2015, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.

Bob was born May 20, 1947, in Spring Valley to Denise “Bessie” and Lewis “Bunny” Colby.

He graduated from Hennepin High School in 1965 and graduated from Mid-State College in Peoria in 1967.

Bob sold insurance and farmed before he Robert Colby and his brothers bought and operated the Indian Valley Inn in Tiskilwa from 1985 to 1996. In 1990 Bob, Dan and Rick Colby enlisted help from local individuals and built Indian Hills Golf Club. Bob managed the golf course until Sept. 30, 2014. He enjoyed a lifetime of hunting with his buddies and his son, Rob, starting a local Big Buck contest when he ran the Indian Valley Inn. Bob is survived by his wife, Susan Poff Frank Colby, whom he married on March 5, 1994; his children, Laura (Machen) MacDonald of Grass Valley, Calif., Jeanette (Matt) Angell of Grass Valley, Calif., Rob (Trudi) Colby of Princeton, Jennifer (Chris) Dabbs of Lynn Haven, Fla., and Christa (Jamie) Balensiefen of Princeton; his grandchildren, Drake MacDonald, Brynley Colby, Shane MacDonald, Miranda Sorenson, Erika Sorenson, Jocelyn Dabbs, Adriane MacDonald, Tabitha Angell, Kirstyn Balensiefen, James Balensiefen Jr. and Harmony Angell. He is also survived by his brother, Rick (Nancy) Colby of Waukeshaw, Wis.; two sisters-in-law, Betty (John) Colby-Brokaw of Tiskilwa and Sandi Colby of Montgomery, Texas; special cousins, Jan Jais of Tiskilwa and Carol (Terry) Donahue of Morris; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

Bob was preceded in death by his father in 1993; his mother in 2001; a brother, Jerry, in 1990; a sister-in-law, Bonnie Colby, in 1991; a brother, Dan, in 2010; and a grandson, Maxxwel Colby-Gerard, in 2004.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 30, at the Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home in Princeton with Deacon John Murphy officiating. Interment will be in Elm Lawn Memorial Park in Princeton. A luncheon will be held at Indian Hills Golf Club following the services.

Visitation will be from 2 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 29, at the funeral home.

Pallbearers will be Jim Lewis, Brian Lewis, Jim Madsen, Tom Bickett, Chad Colby and Jonathan Colby.

PRINCETON — Thomas Michael Burke, 78, passed away Monday, Jan. 26, 2015, at Liberty Village in Princeton.

Born Nov. 9, 1936, in Dubuque, Iowa, to John David Doty and Dena Marie Burke, he married Bernice Sprowls Oct. 19, 1957, at St. Theresa Catholic Church in Earlville. She survives.

He graduated from Earlville High School. He worked as a switchman at General Telephone (GTE) for 25-plus years. He served in the U.S. Army from June 29, 1954, to June 28, 1957. He Thomas Burke then served in the U.S. Air Force from Dec. 7, 1959, to Oct. 12, 1960. He was a veteran of the Korean War. He was a member of the American Legion and served for many years as commander of the Honor Guard for the Princeton American Legion.

Also surviving are two daughters, Kathy (Greg) Johnson and Patty (Mike) Roberts; one son, Michael (John) Cormier-Burke; one brother, Michael Pierson; one sister, Paula (Ray) Milroy; four grandchildren, Andrew (Kelly) Johnson, Sarah Johnson, Katie Roberts and Shawn Roberts; two great-grandchildren, Gwendolyn and Myka Johnson; one aunt; and nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Monday, Feb. 2, at the Oakland Cemetery chapel in Princeton with Skip Munn officiating.

Military honors will be accorded.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Feb. 2, at the Norberg Memorial Home in Princeton.

Memorials may be directed to the family.

Bolin pleads guilty to possession

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PRINCETON — Kathleen F. Allen-Dyer, 94, of Princeton died at 11:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 26, 2015, at Liberty Village of Princeton.

Born Aug. 4, 1920, in Campbellsville, Ky., to Larkin and Ella May (Sidebottom) Hedgespeth, she married Edward Allen May 30, 1935, in Campbellsville, Ky. He died Feb. 14, 1960. She then married Leonard Dyer Oct. 17, 1964, in Princeton. He died July 9, 1999.

She was a nurses aide at Perry Memorial Hospital in Princeton.

She was a member of Heritage Baptist Church in Princeton.

Surviving are one son, Kenneth (Kathie) Allen of Tiskilwa; three daughters, Frances Whisler of Wapello, Iowa, Barbara (Lou) Metelko of Alburn, Ind., and Brenda (Bob) Dotson of Knoxville, Tenn.; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, three brothers and one sister.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 30, at the Grant-Johnson Funeral Home, Princeton, with Pastor Chad Delhotal officiating. Burial will be in Elm Lawn Memorial Park, Princeton.

Visitation will be from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 30, in the funeral home.

WYANET — Richard G. Bradley, 80, of Wyanet died at 9:35 a.m. Monday, Jan. 26, 2015, at Long Term Care Center, Hammond Henry Hospital, Geneseo.

Born April 27, 1934, in Princeton to Lewis and Margaret (Henderson) Bradley, he married Alma E. Dall Nov. 9, 1958, in Princeton.

She survives.

He graduated from Wyanet High School in Richard Bradley 1953 and attended Western Illinois University. He worked for Strunk Brothers Asphalt, Advanced Asphalt Company and the Bureau County Highway Department with township highway commissioners.

He was a former Wyanet Precinct Committeeman and a former trustee of the Wyanet Fire Protection District.

He also farmed for 37 years. He and his brother restored antique tractors.

Also surviving are one niece, Katherine (Mark) Munson of Portsmouth, Va.; and eight other nieces and two nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Donald Bradley; one sister-in-law, Shirley Bradley; and a nephew, Gary Bradley.

There will be no services. Cremation rites will be accorded.

Memorials may be directed to the Wyanet Fire Department and Wyanet Rescue Unit.

The Grant-Johnson Funeral Home, Princeton, is in charge of arrangements.

PERU — Ruth “Carol” (Hardy) Park, 95, of Peru passed away Monday, Jan. 26, 2015, at Heritage Manor in Mendota.

Born Dec. 9, 1919, in Willoughby, Ohio, to William and Ruth (Halvey) Hardy, she married Russel C. Park Sept. 21, 1940, in Mentor, Ohio. He passed away Sept. 1, 2006.

She was the owner of Park House Antiques in Dover for 15 years and also worked at the Bureau County Health Department for 10 years.

Ruth Park She was a member of the Dover Congregational Church and the Methodist Church in Mentor, Ohio.

Surviving are two daughters, Gaye (Gary) Smith of Peru and Faye (Ray) Smith of Mendota; three grandchildren, Scott (Cindy) Smith of Princeton, Craig (Connie) Smith of Peru and Pamela (Jeff) Buettner of LaSalle; six great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Phyllis Hogrefe of Hinsdale and Joan (Jim) Moseley of Springfield, Mo. She was also preceded in death by her parents; one son, William; one brother, William Hardy; and two sisters, Mary Harrigar and Jean Schmidt.

Private family services will be at the Mueller Funeral Home, Peru, at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the First Presbyterian Church in Mendota.

Pearl Heward

SHERMAN — Pearl Heward, 93, of Sherman, formerly of Princeton, passed away Monday, Jan. 26, 2015, at Villa Health Care in Sherman.

Pearl was born Oct. 2, 1921, in Princeton, the daughter of Daniel C. and Blanche Mitchell Jenkins.

She was a member of the Sherman United Methodist Church since 1963.

Pearl retired from the Illinois Department of Secretary of State in 1983. She graduated Pearl Heward from Princeton High School in 1939 in Princeton.

Pearl enjoyed Bible studies and crossword puzzles.

She is survived by two daughters, Mary Anne (David) Smith of Springfield and Joanne L. (Paul) Flynn of East Peoria; four grandchildren, Laura Antenan and Julia Southwood, both of Springfield, Jennifer Duffey of Valley Park, Mo., and Brian Flynn of Erie, Colo.; four stepgrandchildren, Mark A. Smith of Decatur, Christine Rhone of Springfield, and David C. Smith and Michael N. Smith, both of Texas; seven great-grandchildren; several stepgrandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard, in 1998; her parents; and a brother, Daniel Jenkins.

Visitation will be from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 31, at the Sherman United Methodist Church with the Rev. Bob Ervin officiating. The service will follow at 11 a.m. at the church. Burial will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 2, at Camp Butler National Cemetery in Springfield.

Memorials can be made to Sherman United Methodist Church or the Memorial Home Hospice.

Online condolences can be shared at www.mottandhenning.com.

Kathleen Allen-Dyer

Ruth Park

Walnut police investigating accidental weekend shooting WALNUT — The Walnut Police Department and the Bureau County Sheriff Department’s K9 unit responded to an accidental shooting at 11:10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 24 in the village of Walnut. According to Walnut Police Chief Tom Ptasnik, the 9-year-old victim shot himself in the leg. The ambulance transported the victim to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries. The case is under investigation through the Walnut Police Department.

PRINCETON — A Princeton woman entered her plea of guilty to unlawful possession of a controlled substance in the Bureau County Courthouse.

Kristin N. Bolin, 21, of Princeton entered her plea in front of Circuit Judge Marc P. Bernabei.

On Aug. 17, 2014, the Princeton Police Department responded to a call from two citizens, who reported Bolin and co-defendant Christopher Bookwalter had taken items from their apartment while they were guests.

The police received several other calls regarding Bookwalter. The police officers received another call regarding Bolin at another residence. When

Bolin was placed under arrest, the police located a pill in her pocket. That pill turned out to be clonazepam, a controlled substance for which she did not have a prescription.

Bolin pleaded guilty to the offense of unlawful possession of a controlled substance Wednesday, Jan. 21. She was sentenced to serve two years in the Illinois Department of Correction and pay fines, fees and court costs totaling $1,428 within six months of her release from the Illinois Department of Corrections. Bolin had been previously placed on probation for possession of a controlled substance on May 4, 2014, in Bureau County.

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A life transition ...

Much like an old farm truck with a poorly-maintained manual transmission being shifted by a 16-year-old girl, last year shuddered to a rolling stop at the intersection of Dec. 31, and Jan. 1, before violently lurching forward into 2015.

For some, the turning of the calendar signifies another 12 months well lived and full of memorable experiences or (depending on your point of view) 365 days barely survived ... one year closer to death.

Most, I would guess, fall in the middle somewhere.

I tend to reflect on my life not by the fleeting years or the inevitable dwindling time left, but rather by thresholds crossed; the experiences we all share that mark the passing of time; those “firsts” COMMENTARY that signify the beginning of the next chapter of our individual stories. The list may include your first day of school, your last day of school, marrying off a child, or perhaps the first time you could purchase booze without fearing discovery of your hastily constructed fake ID. Several years have passed since my last step into the future, but 2014 found me crossing into unknown, yet highly anticipated territory. I’d finally made it to cranky old man land ... I became a card-carrying member of Cantankerous Nation.

At long last I was presented the opportunity to yell, “Hey you kids, get the hell off my lawn.”

It was a perfect late summer/early fall afternoon as I relaxed, letting the warm sun and the gentle breeze sooth me into a semi-comatose state. A soundtrack of classic Southern rock, an icy drink and the lazy clouds overhead were my only company. Then, off in the distance, the laughter of children. That’s right, children ... outside ... not slumped in a chair, eyes bleary and fingers covered in orangey Dorito’s flavoring. Actual children, laughing and running, without i-somethings or flickering hand-held video games.

Thinking back to my own youth, I smiled to myself as I spied them: Two barefoot boys of perhaps 5 and 8, frolicking in a nearby yard, giggling and shouting as they chased butterflies. Ahhhh, the happiness of the simplicity of childhood. As I watched this happy-go-lucky exercise in silliness, it grew increasingly dark and somewhat disturbing.

Having knowledge of the property lines, I shook my head as the miserable little urchins obviously crossed their parents’ well-defined boundaries into a neighboring yard. Picking up sticks from under a tree, they proceeded to chop the tops off several flowering perennials and beat the recently erected (and quite attractive) white vinyl privacy fence they found there. The wood against PVC counter rhythms they produced could have drawn Zulu warriors to war ... or at the very least, caused renowned jazz drummer Buddy Rich to hang his head in shame.

Soon tiring of this, the unsupervised demon elves vaulted several times through the dividing hedgerow, merrily stripping handfuls of leaves as they went, before reacquiring their woody weapons of mass destruction ... which were then used to batter several bird feeders (think pinata filled with thistle and sunflower seed).

Oblivious to my surveillance, yon hooligans cavorted about the neighborhood ... before entering my territory. If simply passing through, back to whence they came, silence would have been my response, but upon pausing to peel the bark from an ornamental tree, I could resist no longer. Surprised at the ease with which I bellowed out those fateful words, I watched as the oldest took flight, a pheasant flushed from tall grass ... while the youngest, back to me, shook like a dog after a bath, possibly soiling himself, before galloping off in tears.

Another life transition well mastered; I relaxed once more.

Chuck Mason, a self-described opinionated wiseguy, resides in Princeton. He can be reached at chuckthebluzguy@msn.com.

Chuck Mason

Amanda Noord City: Malden.

Where did you grow up: Princeton.

Family: Husband, David; mom, Stacy; dad, David; sister, Sara; and brother, Matthew.

Pets: None.

Occupation: Preschool teacher at Bright Beginnings in Princeton.

What is the last song you listened to: “Crash My Party” by Luke Bryan.

What is the last book you read: “Gone Girl” by Gillian Flynn.

What is the last television show you watched: “Scandal.”

If you were stranded on a desert island and could have just one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be: I would have steak, pasta salad, garlic bread and any type of chocolate dessert.

If you were stranded on a desert island and could take only one thing with you, what would it be: My iPad with Wi-Fi. What is your favorite local restaurant: Kramer’s Kitchen.

If someone handed you a million dollars, how would you spend it: I would travel, donate money to a charity, go on a shopping spree and put the rest in savings.

First Person People would be surprised to know that you: I don’t like any kind of potato, even French fries.

What is your favorite thing about the city you live in: Everybody is so friendly!

If you could change one thing about your town, what would it be: I cannot think of anything I would change.

TO Letter THE Editor

‘Come follow me’ To the Editor, What I would like to see in a politician — Republican or Democrat — is a person who would say COME FOLLOW ME, similar to what Jesus said in Mark’s Gospel in Sunday’s readings.

As Jesus walked by Lake Galilee, he saw two fisherman, Simon and his brother Andrew, catching fish in the lake with a net. Jesus said to them, “Come follow me, and I will teach you to catch men.” At once, they left their nets and went with him.

He went a little farther on and saw two other brothers, James and John, the sons of Zebedee. They were in their boat getting their nets ready. As soon as Jesus saw them he called them; so they left their father Zebedee in the boat with the hired men and went with Jesus.

I have a hard time imagining words from politicians, who say COME FOLLOW ME, and I will teach you to catch on to my policies of — no more welfare payments to individuals, without effort by the welfare recipient. If man will not work neither shall he eat — and people would follow him. We are here to make America GREAT again ...

There would be no more jobs that pay over six-figure incomes for doing nothing but lie, distort and give away taxpayer money to those who would vote for those politicians who in the end would end up in Hell anyway.

If there are people willing to follow such a politician, there just might be those who would defend him and even die for him and his policies, like the Apostles died for

Letters policy Letters to the Editor should not be more than 500 words in length. Only one person can sign a Letter to the Editor. The author of the letter must include his/ her name, hometown and telephone number. The author’s name and hometown will be published, however, the telephone number is only used to verify the authenticity of the author’s signature and will not be published. Unsigned letters are never read or published. No letter will be published until The Bureau County Republican contacts the author of the letter to verify the signature. The Bureau County Republican reserves the right to edit or refuse any Letter to the Editor.

Jesus. This is something we would all like to see happen.

However, our millionaire congressional politicians don’t follow what Jesus taught people to do. To love your enemies, to do good to those who hate you, to bless those who curse you and pray for those who treat you badly, and that is why our country is unfortunately on the road to Hell.

Carlo Olivero Dalzell

Even a title can be misleading To the Editor, There are many titles a person can choose, but we should be sure that we can fulfill the duties before we make a choice. There are for instance some judges that carry the title honorable, and they might be the biggest crook you ever saw.

Their decision might be determined on whoever offers them the largest bribe.

Our church leaders can also have different titles, such as pastor, reverend, Father or something else. I didn’t know the difference between pastor and reverend. I couldn’t find

the word reverend in the Bible or the Bible dictionary so I went to Webster. His definition is someone worthy of reverence. Some we might get on an ego trip and think we are a little better than we really are. When this happens, we need to sit down and take a look in the mirror. Do we see ourselves the way we truly are, or do we see ourselves the way God sees us?

I would think it would be difficult to think that I deserved reverence when I rejected the word of God and replayed it with false traditions for men.

The churches don’t believe Jesus told us the truth when he said that he would in be the grave three nights and three days, so they tell us that it was just half that long, and that Easter is a religious Sabbath when it actually came from paganism. Instead of Easter, the word should be translated Passover. Check the side margin where Easter appears and it will tell you that the correct word is Passover.

The churches won’t teach the truth about that either. So if you decide to give yourself a title, be sure you can fulfill it.

Bob Emmett Kasbeer

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Life&Arts

Wedding aisle — Area couples announce their engagements. Announcements run every other Thursday. See Page 8.

Honor rolls — Bureau Valley South, Princeton High School and St. Louis School have released their honor rolls. See Page 8.

Jefferson Elementary announces citizenship winners PRINCETON — Jefferson Elementary School in Princeton held its second nine weeks Citizenship Award Day on Jan. 14.

Awards were presented to a boy and a girl from each first- and second-grade classroom for responsibility. The winners received citi-

zenship certificates and good citizenship necklaces.

First-grade students receiving awards were: Ava Knaak, Sylvie Rutledge, Jasia Robbins, Aaron Eckberg, Eli Berlin, Casey Etheridge, Jackson Mason, Morgan Franklin, Bianka Nickelsen and

Dylan Morehouse.

Second-grade students receiving awards are: Aidan Sterling, Kaitlyn McCarter, Addison Compton, Clayton Rokosz, Fiona Wempe, Anthony Agrue, Addison Carr, Luke Smith, Noah LaPorte and Arianne Tirao.

Farm Bureau to host wellness screening PRINCETON — The Bureau County Farm Bureau will host wellness screenings from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 3, at 535 Elm Place, Princeton.

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.

The cost is $100 for Farm Bureau members and $135 for non-members. Appointments are necessary. To set up an appointment, call 877732-8258.

Quilters Guild to meet PRINCETON — The Covered Bridge Quilters Guild will meet at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6, at the Evangelical Covenant Church, 24 N. Main St., Princeton. Participants should enter through front door just off of Main Street.

The program, “Trunk Show,” will be presented by Valerie Langue of the Quilt Merchant Quilt Shop in Winfield. Guests are welcome to attend for

First grade citizenship winners

a $5 fee.

The workshop on Saturday, Feb. 7, “Lucy Boston, Patchwork of the Crosses,” will be taught

by Valerie Langue of the Quilt Merchant at the church from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with English Paper Piecing techniques including Inklingo. The fee is $20 for members, $25 for non-members.

For membership information, call Annette Byrne at 815-223-0558.

Religion Briefs Pancake breakfast HOLLOWAYVILLE — Hollowayville United Church of Christ will host its 63rd annual pancake and sausage brunch from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 8. The menu includes, pancakes, pork sausage, coffee cake, French toast, fruit, scrambled eggs and beverage.

The cost is $8 for adults and $3 for children under 12 years old.

Second grade citizenship winners

Stage 212 seeks directors, shows for 2016 season LASALLE — Stage 212 in LaSalle is currently seeking submissions from directors for the 2016 season. The organization is seeking well-known, highly recognizable shows for the winter, spring, summer and fall slots, but will also entertain proposals for special fifth show productions, typically small cast and a little out of the ordinary, to run in a slot outside of the regular season.

Winter productions are typically small musicals or comedy/dramas, the spring and fall shows are comedy/dramas and the summer production is traditionally a big musical, but other proposals will be considered. The organization will consider all submissions, including repeats of past shows if they have not been performed in the last 20 years.

Anyone interested in submitting a play for con-

sideration should contact Natalie Smigel at 815-2243025 or email stage212@ att.net for application information. Visitors to stage212.org will find a reference list of all productions Stage 212 has put on in their history, as well as a director’s resume and application available for download. Applications are due March 1 and should be emailed to stage212@att.net, dropped off at the Stage 212 box

office, 700 First St., LaSalle, during regular office hours or mailed to Stage 212 Inc., P.O. Box 198, LaSalle, IL 61301. A final selection will be made for recommendation to the Management Committee of Stage 212 in May. Stage 212 has been the Illinois Valley’s community theater since 1968, and welcomes anyone interested in participating in a stage production, regardless of previous experience. For more information about its current season, call 815224-3025.

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Nurses Check blood pressure, pulse and weight

Durable Medical Equipment Staff Answer questions about medical equipment, oxygen Social Services Provide resources that are available in the community (home health, etc.)

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Rotary makes donation to area organizations The Princeton Rotary Club presented a total of $750 in donations to support three area organizations. Pictured are Brenda Streit (from left), Princeton Rotary Club president; Vanessa Hoffeditz, Bureau County Food Pantry community service coordinator; Kim Frey, Princeton Chamber director; and Denise Ihrig, staff director at the Bureau County Senior Center. Rotary meets at noon every Tuesday at Elks Lodge in Princeton.

Pie and coffee social hour CHERRY — A pie and coffee social hour will be from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 4, at the Cherry Church Hall. The event, which will also include conversation, games and crafts, is sponsored by the Cherry United Church of Christ and Holy Trinity Cherry.

Community coffee SHEFFIELD — The First United Church of Christ in Sheffield will host its monthly community coffee from 7 to 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, in the UCC Parish Hall.

Fresh-baked cinnamon rolls will be served.

Make Someone Happy • Happy birthday today, Thursday, to David Jensen.

From your friends at Princeton Rotary.

Chat FREE Informational Meeting Tuesday, February 10th 3 - 4pm

St. Margaret’s Hospital, 1st Floor Presentation Room

Pharmacists Discuss questions about medications

Do you or someone you care for have heart related issues?

Cardiac Rehab Staff Provide information - staff available per request

Join us the 2nd Tuesday of every month to learn the skills that help manage heart related issues and improve quality of life. We have a team of staff members from various departments at the hospital who will be on hand to answer questions.

Dietitians Provide education about dietary changes and weight management

Family members are also encouraged to attend. Stay for the entire hour or just stop in during the scheduled time.

Managed Care Questions about insurance/ medicare plans

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For more info: Call 815.664.1118 or Email lweidner@aboutsmh.org

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Wheelers will note 45th wedding anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wheeler of Tiskilwa will celebrate their 45th wedding anniversary on Saturday.

Robert Wheeler and the former Linda Pratt were married Jan. 31, 1970, at the Henry United Methodist Church in Henry. They are the parents of Robert (Nicole) Wheeler II of Tiskilwa and Janel (Trent) Goodale of Princeton.

They also have five grandchildren, Malena, Mallory, Trent II, Erah and Phillip.

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wheeler The couple will celebrate by having a dinner with their children and grandchildren.

Bostrom-Anderson Christina Bostrom of Princeton and Kyle Anderson of Princeton are announcing their engagement. She is the daughter of Bradley and Janis Bostrom of Lomax and he is the son of Tim and Paula Anderson of Princeton.

The bride-elect has a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Illinois College. She is currently working on her Doctor of Medicine at the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Rockford.

Her fiancé graduated from Illinois College with a Bachelor of Science in Business. He is in agronomy sales at Crop Production Services in Manlius.

Christina Bostrom and Kyle Anderson The couple will be married June 20 at St. Louis Catholic Church in Princeton.

Corban-Hix Kaley Corban of Fairbury and Ryan Hix of Manlius are announcing their engagement. She is the daughter of Barry and Denise Corban of Fairbury and he is the son of Robert and Marcia Hix of Manlius.

The bride-elect is a 2010 graduate of Prairie Central High School and a 2014 graduate of Monmouth College. She is a digital marketing consultant at Marquette Group in downtown Peoria.

Her fiancé is a 2010 graduate of Bureau Valley High School and a 2014 graduate of Monmouth College.

Kaley Corban and Ryan Hix He is a sales manager for AZZ Galvanizing in Peoria.

The couple will be married June 27 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Peoria.

Ward-Burkman Kimberly Ward and Robert Burkman are announcing their engagement.

Parents of the couple are Michael and Peggy Ward of Spring Valley, and Barry and Bonnie Burkman of Princeton.

The bride-elect graduated from Hall High School in 2004 and received a bachelor’s degree in special education in 2008 from Illinois State University. She is employed as a special education teacher at DePue Unit School in DePue. Her fiancé graduated from Hall High School in 2004 and received a mathematics and computer science degree in 2008 from Eastern Illinois University.

Kimberly Ward and Robert Burkman He is a software developer at Applied Systems Inc. in University Park.

The couple will be married June 20 at Hornbaker Gardens in Princeton.

••• Online engagement and wedding forms are available at www.bcrnews.com/forms/.

Honor Rolls Bureau Valley South Junior High School Second Quarter 2014-2015 High Honor Roll Eighth grade: Ethan Ainley, Kale Barnett, Saige Barnett, Tori Bitting, Jacob Callahan, Marissa Endress, Tyler Gustafson, Breanna Richardson, Leeandra Sights and Seton Younggren.

Seventh grade: Alexe Aguirre, Alicia Backer, Ryanne Balensiefen, Dylan Benavidez, Troy Blair, Alyssa DeSplinter, Trent DeVenney, Isabella Gross, Casey Horner, James Krieger, Madison Maltas, Jenna Nordstrom, Tatum Primo, Jared Sterzinger and Isabelle Wright.

Sixth grade: Jamie Allicks, Savanna Birkey, Dalton Bohm, Saralyn Elmore, Carson Fisher, Makayla Heller, Shelby Hemingway, Logan Rinehart, Isabella Tisdale, Lauren Wirth, Max Wollerman and Brooke York.

Honor Roll Eighth grade: Becca Bitting, Madell Carman, Trevor Griffin, Matthew Kruger, Madisen Thomas and Hannah Williams.

Seventh grade: Dalton Dean, Darlene Dunn, Tucker Hartz, Aaron Kerner, Anika Mead, Yelitssa Osorio, Matthew Philhower, Mark Richardson, Trever Transou and Jaysen Walters.

Sixth grade: Jade Aber, Shayla Black, Damion Davis, Madison Keffer, Mackenzie Law, Luke Moon, Gabriella Muncey, Karyssa Newsom, Lily Pickard, Wyatt Strader and Paige Wagner.

Hall, Kira Harp, Rachel Harris*, Eldon Hassler, Megan Hendrickson, Arraia Hicks, Brooke Hieronymus*, Hailey Hilmes, Alisa Holmbeck*, Abigail Jaques, Rachel Jensen, Lauren Johnson, Nicholas Kaiser-Bell, Cydney Kelly*, Madison Kloster, Brittany Krohn*, Jessica Krohn, Brianna Legner, Justin Lewis, Chloe Lund*, Kylee Mallery, Megan Manahan, Ashley March*, Danielle May, MaKenzie Mecum, Rachel Miller, Grace Minnick, Lila Minnick, Emma Mosier*, Sarah Murray, Charles Olson, Michael Olson, Selena Olson, Griffin Orr, Spencer Parry, Anjali Patel*, Courtney Pointer, Drew Pranka*, Emma Proffitt, Julia Prushinski, Rebecca Prushinski, Ian Puebla, Jessica Purvis, Harold Ramsey, Sarah Ray, Audra Reidner, Jacob Reinhardt*, Ivy Rhodes, Ashley Rivera, Emma Roden, Claudette Rosario, Albert Sadiku, Alex Schlesinger, Kim Schlesinger*, Brenton Schmidt*, Daniel Schmitt, Hailey Schultz, Aaron Sears, Ann Sims, Tieg Sisler, Chloe Sterling, Brook Stowe, Kyra Strom, Michaela Strom, Kiara Tate, Taylor Tieman, Devin Truedson, Alison Van Den Bussche*, Natalie Vujanov, Kendal

Way, Brittany Wendling, Malena Wheeler, Mallory Wheeler*, Mikayla Wilhelm, Chaz Williams, Morgan Williams, Arianna Wittel, Joshua Wray*, Cole Wright and Anna Zehr*.

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Seventh grade: Luke Anderson and Rachel Cook.

Princeton High School First Semester 2014-2015 High Honor Roll * Denotes 4.0 Connor Alter, Keyenna Altizer, Lucas Bates, Jacob Bickett, James Bickett, Dominick Biggs*, Elise Blocki, Gabriella Bonucci, Alison Brown, Mary Jeanne Brown, McKenzie Cain, Alexis Camp, Taylor Clark*, Tyler Clark, Doran Cotter, Michaela Crowe, Sarah Crowe, Hope Davies, Jacob Doan*, Garrett Duffin*, Meghan Duffin, Maxmine Dumyahn, Kimmy Duong, Nancy Duong, Allison Dylo, Hannah Erickson, Payton Erricson, Stephenny Farrell, Jamie Forbeck*, Nolan Frank, Ryan Frank, Zachary Friel, Gabriella Gerber, Jacob Gleason, Kimberly Glenn, Hector Gomez, Margarita Gomez*, Sara Grieff, Jenna Grimmer*, Haleigh

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Business&Ag U of I Extension offers Farm Bill training OGLESBY — The University of Illinois Extension will provide a regional Farm Bill training from 1 to 4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5 at Illinois Valley Community College, 815 N. Orlando Smith Road, Oglesby.

There is no cost to attend, but registration is required by contacting Stu Ellis at 217-433-7246 or stuagnews@aol.com. Registration is also offered online at http://farmbilltoolbox. farmdoc.illinois.edu/seminar-series.html.

Complete, up-to-date information on new 2014 Farm Bill affecting all agricultural producers and landlords will be provided. For farm owners and operators who could benefit from assistance in nav-

igating the choices in the Agricultural Act of 2014, the seminar will present information on how to update base acreage and program yields, and how to make decisions among the three choices for the farm program.

“By attending one of these sessions, a farm owner should be informed about the choices and more comfortable about making decisions that will affect their farmland for the next five years,” said Gary Schnitkey, professor of agricultural economics and one of the university’s primary resources for farm program information.

Gary and Jonathan Coppess, assistant professor of agricultural law and poli-

cy, will be joined by Doug Yoder of Illinois Farm Bureau as the presenters at the conferences. The presentations will be followed by a question and answer session.

The seminar is being offered through a cooperative venture between the University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer, and Environmental Sciences (ACES), the Farm Service Agency of USDA, Illinois Farm Bureau and University of Illinois Extension.

For more information, call the Extension office at 815-224-0889 or Daryle Wragge, ag program coordinator at the Marshall-Putnam Extension Office at 309-354-2356.

Health department releases scores The Bureau/Putnam County Health Department makes routine and unannounced visits each month to various food service establishments in Bureau and Putnam counties to inspect the operation.

Health inspectors use an identical scorecard at each facility, where they check for health code compliance in 45 areas. Each area carries a rating from one to five, with five being the most critical. Inspectors

Bureau County food service evaluations Bureau Jonesy’s Ranch House Inc. 79 Sidetracked 96 Cherry Bruno’s 94 J.T.’s Bar and Grill 87 DePue Azteca Grocery 78 DePue VFW Post 4602 95 Mi Oficina Bar 96 Taqueria Marichuy’s 91 Ladd Joe’s Pizza 83 Lanuti’s 88 Rip’s Tavern LLC 92 Softails Inc. 91 Torri’s Ice Cream Parlor 85 Youth Service BureauLadd site 96 Malden The Feed Store 97 Neponset Hometown Express 94 Martin Engineering Cafe 98 Princeton Alexander Park Tavern 90 Big Apple Restaurant 77 Bureau County Senior Citizens Association 97 Burger King 89 Coffee Cup 86 Country Comfort Retirement Home 95 Four and Twenty Cafe 90

check the entire operations of the facility in 14 different categories, such as food protection, personnel and garbage and refuse disposal.

Beginning with a score of 100 points, the health inspector deducts one to five points for every violation. The final total is the facility’s inspection report score. A passing food inspection score is 65 or above.

At 65, the Bureau/Putnam County ordinance

KFC 88 Manor Court 94 Maria’s Pizza 91 Mid American Oil Co. Princeton Gas 89 Monical’s Pizza 93 Myrtle’s Cafe 93 Pizza Hut 98 Prime Quarter Steak House 96 Road Ranger 225 85 Skoonerz 98 Subway 96 Subway 98 Sullivan Foods/Deli 86 Super Wok 70 Garden Room Grille 92 The Spoon 91 Walmart Super Center Bakery/Deli 94 Wise Guys Inc. Bar & Grill 86 Ye Olde Underground Inn 96 Zearing Child Enrichment Center 98 Flour House Inc. 100 Lincoln Elementary School/District 115 99 Apollo Theater 94 Sheffield Belluccio’s Pizza 100 Spring Valley Alfano’s 79 El Real Taco 86 Hall High School Cafeteria 89 J’Adore 85 Jimmy John’s 92 Las Palmas 70 Spring Valley Mini Market 83 Spring Valley Nursing Center 92 The Big House 74 Walmart Distribution

allows the health department to close an establishment, but a score doesn’t have to be that low for the department to close it. It depends on the number of critical and non-critical violations and the type of violations. Certain combinations can create a domino effect for food borne outbreaks.

All inspection reports are a matter of public record and can be seen at the Bureau County Health Department in Princeton.

Center 92 Spring Valley Super Market/Retail 84 JD’s Too 88 Tiskilwa Valley Market 82 Walnut Expresslane Inc. 84 Konz Restaurant and Lounge 94 The Italian 98 Walnut Cafe and Bar 88

Putnam County food service evaluations Granville Ali’s Pantry 90 Kaddywampus Sports Grill 97 Fast N Fresh-Subway 95 P.C. Foods Inc./Food Service 92 Pagan O’leary’s Inc. 91 Spring Valley Boat Club 96 Hennepin Country Stop 98 Rolando’s Inc. 98 Samm’s Bar and Grill 85 Magnolia J.R.’s Chicago Street Pub 92 LJ’s Garden Cafe 95 Mark Clover Club DDG 89 Coal Miner’s Cafe 90 Markos Inc. 91 McNabb Da Rajun Cajun Bar & Grill 87 Evaluations conducted Dec. 1 through Dec. 31

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Girls basketball: Bureau Valley 51, Princeton 32

Storm use fast start to sink Tigresses

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Lady Lions capture Senior Night victory

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MANLIUS — A slow start did the Princeton Tigresses in against the Bureau Valley Storm as they suffered a 51-32 loss Monday, Jan. 26 in the Storm Cellar.

The Storm jumped out to a 16-3 lead early including six by senior guard Darcy Kepner.

“We did a good job establishing our pace of the game and that’s something that we’ve struggled with doing at some points this year, and we kind of got on a run right away and that really built our confidence,” BV coach Tiffany Gonigam said.

The early lead set the pace for the game as Princeton couldn’t get rolling offensively and were held to only nine points until midway through the third when senior guard Abby Jaques got hot and hit three treys in a span of 2:23 to get the Tigresses within 13 at 34-21 with 1:06 to play in the third.

“Abby is a shooter,” Princeton coach Kevin Hieronymus said. “She can shoot it and her shots didn’t drop in the first half, but as you could see she can get hot and started knocking down her shots in the third quarter and gave us a big spark.”

Although the Tigresses came out playing like a completely different team in the second half, they had already dug themselves a hole they

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The LaMoille/Ohio Lady Lions made their Senior Night a memorable one, defeating visiting Henry 51-41 Monday, Jan. 26.

“Our seniors didn’t want to lose on their senior night and our underclassmen didn’t want them to,” first-year L/O coach Holli Rapp said.

Freshman Lexi Loftus helped make sure the seniors didn’t lose, scoring a game-high 21 points. She hit four twos and four threes along the way.

All three of the seniors contributed as well with Elizabeth Geuther scoring seven points with 12 rebounds, Amanda Chasteen scoring four points and Ragen Forbes

netting nine points.

The Lady Lions’ stat book showed freshman Maddi Deery with 20 rebounds.

“I am very proud of them,” Rapp said.

“We lost to Henry in the Amboy shootout in December where Cluskey scored 27. We talked about containing her and knowing where Wright and the other three-point shooters are.”

Kewanee 54, St. Bede 46: The Lady Bruins outscored the visiting Boiler Girls 27-17 in the second half Monday. They trailed 37-19 at the half with Kewanee pulling ahead with a 21-5 second-quarter surge.

Rachel Sickley led the offensive charge with nine of her 11 points in the second half. SBA

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Bureau Valley point guard Darcy Kepner starts up the Storm offense against Princeton Monday, Jan. 26 at the Storm Cellar. The Storm rode a 28-9 halftime lead to a 51-32 victory, the teams playing even in the second half (23-23).

Murray back in the hoops saddle Michael Murray is a natural when it comes to basketball. He practiced for the first time on Monday, Jan. 19 and suited up and played for Rockford University two nights later.

His parents back in Princeton didn’t even know he was going to play so sudden, relegated to watch the streamline at home.

The junior Murray, who played basketball at Illinois Valley Community College Michael for two years but was Murray concentrating on baseball at Rockford, scored seven points in the Regents’ 69-59 win at Concord.

He had 10 points off the bench the next game in a 79-73 win at home over Lake Land. On Tuesday, Jan. 27, the former Princeton star put in 14 points in the Regents’ 86-77 upset win over league leader Aurora.

Turns out he missed his hoops more than he thought.

Kevin Hieronymus HIERONYMUS’ HYPOTHESIS

“I missed it a lot. (There’s) nothing like it. It feels great to play again,” Murray said.

While it may appear as if he has picked right up where he left off, that’s not the case.

“I feel like I’m picking it up kinda slow. Still feel like I’m getting into the swing of things still, getting used to the mentality and physicality again.”

Still, not a bad recruit to bring in someone like that off campus.

“He’s friends with some of our players. He just decided one day to want to play college basketball,” said RU coach Andrew Weber, a former Regent cager himself.

“Adding someone with his work

ethic, athleticism and talent does not hurt. The transition with him joining the team mid-season has gone pretty smooth so far, and I don’t anticipate any issues with it.

He has worked hard every day in practice and has been a great teammate.”

With Murray’s addition, the old NCIC is back alive again for the Regents with four members from the former conference. He joins teammates Ian Trevier (freshman) out of Hall/Ladd and Trae Blumhorst (sophomore) and Ross Arteaga (junior) of Mendota. Murray and the former Mendota Trojans were teammates at IVCC. Blumhorst has played so well, he was named the Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference Men’s Basketball Student-Athlete of the Week for events of Jan.19-25, as selected by the league’s sports information directors.

The sophomore forward nearly averaged a double-double, scoring

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Freshman Lexi Loftus of LaMoille/Ohio drives the baseline Monday, Jan. 26 against Henry. She scored 21 points to lead the Lady Lions to a 51-41 win.

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Panthers trip rival Henry

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Host Putnam County moved into the semifinals of the Tri-County Conference boys basketball tournament, defeating rival Henry 65-43 Tuesday, Jan. 27.

Alec Veverka had 21 points and Austin Biagini 19 points for PC. The Panthers were to play No. 1 Peoria Christian, a 69-26 winner over Lowpoint-Washburn, in Wednesday’s semifinals for the right to play for Friday’s championship.

Wednesday’s second

semifinal matched No. 2 Marquette (13-6) vs.

No. 3 Roanoke-Benson.

See Saturday’s BCR and visit www.bcrnews.com for tournament updates.

Friday’s finals at R.M. Germano Gymnasium start up with the consolation championship at 5 p.m., followed by third place at 6:30 p.m. and the title tilt at 8 p.m.

Newman 53, Princeton 47: Garrett Duffin had 17 points for the Tigers in defeat in Three Rivers East play on the road Friday, Jan. 23.

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From Page 11 coach Tom McGunnigal said Emma Perona, Tristin Phegley, Maddy Pearson, Maty Nowakowski, Emily Draper and Zoe Postula earned “unbelievable hustle points.”

He added, “Everyone contributed in what was a frantic two quarters. We just kept at them and at them … got some turnovers back and hit some shots. It was a half of inspired basketball that they brought out of themselves. It was fun to coach them like that.”

Gabbie Morrow also scored 11 for the Lady Bruins, who played without starters Julia Pohar and Hanna Bima Rachael Moraski and Mitrese Smith had 13 points each for Kewanee.

St. Bede claimed the sophomore game 37-36 behind Chase Ludford’s 19 points and 14 rebounds.

Hall 52, Dixon 51: Ellie Herrmann hit the game-winner at the buzzer from the top of the key Monday, coming out of a sideline play with 3.2 left to play. Hall trailed by six points in the fourth quarter, rallying behind Emily Hoscheid, who was 8 for 8 from the free-throw line in the final quarter of play.

Hoscheid finished with 16 points to share game-honors with Herrmann. Hunter Galassi had

couldn’t climb out of.

“It was a classic tale of two halves,” Hieronymus said. “They dominated early and then we came to play in the second half and played with them. ...

The girls touched upon it a little bit in the locker room, and we played a lot more confident in the second half. Once we started playing with confidence, we started making plays and we built a little bit of momentum.”

BV could have caved late in the third quarter but maintained their consistent play, pushing their lead to 38-21 on a rebound and layin by senior center Carlie Bickett just as the buzzer sounded to end the third quarter.

The Storm added two more points to their lead during the fourth quarter as they cruised to victory.

“We did a very nice job defensively. We watched some film, and we did a nice job of learning from that and improving on how we played them last game,” Gonigam said. “We knew they would be a different team, and they

came out in the second half and played a lot better and started knocking down their shots.”

Kepner had 18 points for the Storm and dished out a game high three assists.

The Tigresses’ offense was led by Jaques with 14 points while grabbing seven rebounds. Senior forward Taylor Clark grabbed a game high 12 rebounds and added five points.

“We feel confident going into the last two weeks of the season. We had a really upbeat practice on Monday. We’re just feeling really good with where we are headed,” Gonigam said.

• Notes: Sierra Storm’s three-point shot at the buzzer lifted Princeton to a 23-22 win in the JV prelim. BV rallied late from a 19-8 deficit to take the lead before the heroics of PHS’ Storm.

PHS’ Stephenny Farrell led all scorers with eight points. Sam Stocking had six points for BV. … BV held on for a 38-36 win in the sophomore game. Christen Hurley had eight points and Addison Moreland seven. ... The Storm welcome the ROWVA Tigers to the Storm Cellar at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 29 while Princeton travels to rival Hall Monday, Feb. 2.

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LaMoille/Ohio seniors Regan Forbes, Elizabeth Geuther and Amanda Chasteen were honored on Senior Night at LaMoille High School. They celebrated with a 51-41 win over Henry. all nine of her points in the second half.

“It was a fun game to be a part of,” Hall coach Brian Holman said.

Indian Creek 43, Princeton 28: Senior Taylor Clark had eight points and eight rebounds, but the Tigresses dropped the 2015 Senior Night game at Prouty Gym Tuesday, Jan. 27. Abby Jaques added seven points.

Hieronymus From Page 11 18.5 points and grabbing 9.5 rebounds per contest. He tallied 11 points and 13 rebounds against Concord Chicago for his first double-double of the season.

Blumhorst then poured in a season-high 26 points, six rebounds, five assists and three steals in Rockford’s upset win over Lake Land.

For good measure, Blumhorst put in 20 points Tuesday against Aurora.

His dad, Brian, the old Malden Musketeer, jokes he’s starting to play like the old man. Personally, I think Trae would take him, because after all, dad is an old man.

Brian Blumhorst stands as the all-time leading scorer for Malden with 1,498 career points.

• Mr. Cub visits Ohio, Ill.: With news of the passing of Ernie Banks, I got an note from former BCR editor Tom Martin, now at the Galesburg Register Mail, sharing a story he heard of Mr. Cub once visiting tiny Ohio, Ill. for its Centennial Celebration in 1977. It seems the late Donald Parsons, a die hard Cubs fan from Ohio, befriended Mr. Cub during Parsons’ many trips to spring training in Arizona.

He invited Banks to come to Ohio and he did, riding a convertible in the Ohio Centennial parade. One of the other former BCR bosses, Jim Dunn, now of sister paper Sauk Valley, remembers that day well.

He says the parade didn’t go just down Ohio’s Main Street, looping through town and passing his boyhood home at 320 E. Jackson St., where he lives today with his family.

“We had a family group seated in the front yard, watching the parade, and we all stood up and waved at Ernie Banks as he rode past. He smiled and waved back.

All in all, it was pretty cool to have a Cubs legend passing right in front of our home,” Dunn says.

What a highlight to all area Cubs fans to have the legendary Banks grace their

Josie Diehl had 19 points and 17 rebounds for the Lady Timberwolves, who improved to 15-7 with the win.

Bureau Valley 40, Riverdale 28: The Storm topped winless Riverdale in Three Rivers crossover play Tuesday in Port Byron. Darcy Kepner led the Storm with 13 points.

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town’s celebration.

I’d like to offer my condolences from one baseball fan to another, albeit one who bleeds Cardinal red, to all my many Cub fans friends for the loss of Mr. Cub. Banks was not only Hall of Famer, but a great ambassador for the Cubbies and the game. I know his loss equals that of Stan Musial’s in 2013 to Cardinal Nation.

They’ll certainly be playing two in heaven a lot these days.

• The Streakin’ Ramettes: Here’s a couple additions to the all-time best win streaks in Bureau County history.

The Western Ramettes won 21 straight in 1987-88, losing their first game of the year to Wethersfield, and their last game in the regional finals to Neponset.

The next year, Charlie Yelm’s Ramettes went 23-0 before falling to Neponset again in the regional finals, this time in a packed house at Bradford.

• Where’s Wendell? I recently received a note from Sheffield native Wendell Smith, who in his day had similar awards given to some of our local coaches. Wendell, a 1953 graduate of defunct Sheffield High School who winters in Texas, is a member of the Oak Park-River Forest Hall of Fame and received a lifetime pass.

He coached there for 29 years and was instrumental in developing their soccer and track programs. He was named as the Illinois Soccer Coach of the Year in 1986. $500 shot: Are you a hot shot? Prove it in the $500 halfcourt shot contest during halftime of the Bureau Valley vs. Princeton boys basketball game on Feb. 6 at Prouty Gym in Princeton. Tickets will be sold at the night of the game, limited to 500.

Alumni game: Princeton High School will host its 2015 alumni basketball game at 1 p.m. Saturday, March 28 for all former members of the boys’ program. To participate, call coach/athletic director Jesse Brandt at 815-875-3308.

Kevin Hieronymus is the BCR Sports Editor. Contact him at khieronymus@ bcrnews.com.

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brought home eight winners, including Ace and Augie Christiansen, Nathaniel Irizarry, Princeton had Nolan Kloepping, a good day at the Charlie Morey, LeRoy Tournament Kody Mongan, IzaSaturday, Jan. 24, iah Smallwood and placing seven out of Brody Spencer. nine wrestlers and Taking seconds taking sixth place as were Mason Cooney, a team out of 14 with Andrew Peacock, 103.5 points.

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Scoreboard Basketball High school girls Three Rivers East Standings Amboy..........................10-0 20-1 Kewanee .......................6-1 16-6 Hall...............................5-4 11-1 Bureau Valley................4-6 12-12 Newman........................3-4 5-14 St. Bede........................1-6 5-17 Princeton ......................1-9 4-19

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Hoops Shoot The Princeton Elks Lodge Hoop Shoot was held Sunday, Jan. 11 at Logan Junior High School in Princeton. Winning participants were (front row, from left) Austin Phillips, 12-13 boys; Cole Wallace, 10-11 boys; Grady Thompson, 8-9 boys; and Cole Wallace, 10-11 boys. Emma Zelenik, 11-12 girls, was absent. Also pictured in the back row are Seth Torchia, Matt Denton, Theresa Von Ruden, Eric May, Lou Brown, Sarah Denton and Frankie Wolsfeld.

Dolphins swim to second place ROCKFORD – The Illinois Valley YMCA Dolphins traveled for a triangular swim meet Jan. 24 against the Rock River Valley Stingrays and the Ottawa YMCA Dolphins.

Final scores had the Stingrays winning first with 458 points. The IV Dolphins came in second with 448 points, and the Ottawa Dolphins earned 301 for third place.

Bureau County swimmers who fared well included Princeton’s Caden Brooks, 11, who earned a first-place finish in the 100-meter freestyle (1:08.67). Also from Princeton, Nolan Mallery, 16, swam to a first-place finish in the 200-meter freestyle (2:41.32).

Three Rivers West Standings Prophetstown...............11-0 23-2 Sherrard).......................9-1 19-4 Erie...............................7-4 16-10 Morrison........................4-7 12-10 Fulton............................3-5 10-13 Rockridge......................3-6 12-10 Orion.............................3-6 8-12 Riverdale.......................0-7 0-18 Little Ten Conference Tournament at Shabbona Consolation: #6 HBR 42, #5 LaMoille-Ohio 37.

TITLE: #2 Indian Creek 36, #1 Newark 32.

At LaMoille LaMoille-Ohio 18 12 9 12 - 51 Henry 12 8 17 4 - 41 HENRY: Geider 1 0-0 2, Laible 0 1-2 1, Cluskey 8 4-8 20, Wright 2 (2) 0-0 6,Robbins 1 (1) 0-0 3, Downey 0 0-2 0, Anderson 4 1-2 9. Totals: 16 (3) 6-14 41. Fouls: 16.

L-O (8-15): R. Forbes 2 (1) 4-4 9, Conner 2 0-04, Kahly 1 (1) 0-0 3, Chasteen 2 0-0 4, Loftus 8 (4) 1-4 21, Pinter 0 0-0 0, Geuther 3 1-4 7, Deery 1 1-4 3, Hosto 0 0-0 0. Totals: 19 (6) 5-17 51. Fouls: 11.

At Manlius Princeton 5 4 12 11 - 32 Bureau Valley 18 10 10 13 - 51 PHS (4-18, 1-9): Ray 0-1 0-0 0, Storm 1-5 1-2 3, Clark 2-14 1-4 5, Barajas 0-1 0-0 0, Van Den Bussche

1-2 0-0 2, Strom 1-4 0-0 0, Legner 0-2 0-0 0, Sims 0-0 0-1 0, Hughes 0-0 0-0 0, Jaques 5-20 (2-8) 1-2 14, Hieronymus 0-0 0-0 0, Farrell 3-5 0-0 6, Menzel 0-1 0-0 0, Rhodes 0-2 0-0 0.

Totals: 13-57 (3-8) 3-9 32. Rebounds: 38 (Clark 12, Jaques 7). Turnovers: 13.

BV (11-12, 4-6): Wirth 0-0 0-0 0, Bickett 1-6 0-0 2, Reuter 2-7 (1-2) 1-4 6, Dean 1-5 (0-3) 2-5 2, Bell 0-0 0-0 0, Kepner 6-13 (1-3) 3-4 16, Johnson 0-0 0-0 0, Moreland 1-3 (0-1) 4-4 6, Kolb 1-2 (0-1) 0-0 0, Hurley 1-3 0-0 2, Bennett 2-8 2-3 6, Petros 0-2 0-0 0, Stocking 1-2 1-2 3, Olds 0-0 0-0 0.Totals: 18-60 (2-10) 13-22. Fouls: 13.

Rebounds: 40 (Dean 6, Kepner 6).

SOPHS: BV 38-36. BV: Hurley 8, Moreland 7.

JV: PHS 23-22. PHS (3-0. 2-0): Farrell 8, Van Den Bussche 5, Storm 3, Menzel 3, Hieronymus 2, Sims 2. BV: Stocking 6, Kruse 5.

At Princeton Indian Creek 9 12 15 7 - 43 Princeton 6 6 7 10 - 28 PHS: Ray 0 0-0 0, Storm 1-4 0-0 2, Clark 4-10 0-0 8, Barajas 2 0-0 4, Van Den Bussche 1 0-0 2, Strom 0 0-0 0, Legner 0 0-0 0, Sims 0 0-0 0, Hughes 0 3-4 3, Jaques 3 (1) 0-0 7, Menzel 1 0-0 2, Farrell 0 0-0 0, Rhodes 0 0-0 0.

Totals: 12-45 (1-4) 3-4 3. Rebounds: 32 (Clark 8, Farell 5, Sims 5).

At Port Byron Bureau Valley 7 14 9 10 - 40 Riverdale 9 6 9 4 - 28 BV (12-12): Wirth 0 0-0 0, Bickett 2 0-0 4, Reuter 0 0-0 0, Dean 1 2-6 4, Bell 0 0-0 0, Kepner 5 3-4 13, Moreland 1 1-1 3, Kolb 1 (1) 0-0 3, Bennett 2 3-5 8, Petros 1 2-6 4, Stocking 1 0-0 2. Totals: 14-55 (1-5) 11-23 40. Rebounds: 52 (Bicket 12).

At Dixon Hall 13 8 10 17 4 - 52 Dixon 13 9 14 12 3 - 51 HALL: Herrmann 6 (q) 3-6 16, Lechner 1 0-0 2, A. Hoscheid 0 0-0 0, E. Hoscheid 4 8-8 16, Barroso 2 (1) 0-0

5, Galassi 3 2-5 8, Lusietto 1 3-4 5.

Totals: 17 (2) 16-23 52.

Other scores Byron 50, Mendota 27. M (19-2, 8-2): Al. Bromoschenkel 8, Devitt 9, Ab. Bromoschenkel 6, Stallings 4.

L-P 44, Geneseo 40 Marquette 44, Somonauk 25 High school boys Three Rivers East Standings Kewanee ....................... 6-0 14-5 Bureau Valley................ 5-1 20-1 St. Bede........................ 3-2 10-7 Princeton ...................... 3-3 12-7 Newman........................ 4-6 13-9 Hall............................... 1-6 9-14 Amboy........................... 0-7 0-21 Three Rivers West Standings Rockridge...................... 7-0 16-1 Riverdale....................... 6-1 14-4 Erie............................... 4-4 9-13 Morrison........................ 4-3 14-8 Fulton............................ 2-4 11-9 Orion............................. 2-5 8-12 Prophetstown................ 2-5 4-12 Sherrard........................ 1-6 6-11 At Mendota (freshmen) A game: Mendota 48, Princeton 41.

B game: Princeton 11, Mendota 9.

At Princeton (freshmen) Princeton 36, Eureka 27 Tri-County Conference Tournament at Granville MONDAY: #8 Lowpoint-Washburn 53, #9 Midland 45. #2 Marquette 58, #7 DePue 27.

TUESDAY: #3 Roanoke-Benson 65, #6 Woodland 52. #1 Peoria Christian 69, #8 LowpointWashburn 26. #5 Putnam County 65, #4 Henry 53.

PC: Veverka 21, Biagini 19, Bean 6.

Henry: Guelde 23, Henderson 15.

WEDNESDAY: Game 6 - #1 Peoria Christian vs. # 5 Putnam County, 6 p.m.

Game 7 - #2 Marquette (13-6) vs. #3 Roanoke-Benson, 7:30 p.m.

THURSDAY: Game 8 - #8 LowpointWashburn vs. #4 Henry, 6 p.m. Game 9 - #7 DePue vs. #6 Woodland, 7:30 p.m.

FRIDAY: Consolation finals — winners 8-9, 5 p.m. Third place - losers 6-7, 6:30 p.m. Title — winners 6-7, 8 p.m.

At Sterling Princeton 9 9 10 19 - 47 Newman 11 9 16 17 - 53 PHS (12-7, 3-3): Schmidt 1-5 (0-2) 0-2 2, Bates 1-5 0-0 2, Duffin 6-14 (3-6) 2-2 17, Reinhardt 2-8 (0-3) 4, Wedekind 2-8 (0-1) 0-0 4, Tomaszewski 0-0 0-0 0, Jilderda 3-4 3-3 9, Behrends 3-6 0-0 6, Clark 2-2 0-0 4. Totals: 19-48 (4-17) 5-7 47. Fouls: 23. Rebounds: 28 (Duffin 13). Turnovers 13.

SOPHS: Princeton 55-51. PHS: Robbins 17, Allen 11, Reinhardt 10, Youngren 10.

At Kewanee Hall 4 15 8 21 - 48 Kewanee 10 24 20 11 - 65 HALL: Hill 0 3-4 3, Gaeta 1 2-4 4, Trevier 0 0-0 0, D. Pullam 6 (5) 2-2 19, Keisler 0 0-0 0, Barraso 2 (1) 2-2 7, Cinotte 3 2-4 8, T. Pullam 1 3-3 5, Ballerini 1 0-2 2, Sangston 0 0-0 0, Case 0 0-0 0. Totals 14 (6) 14-21 48.

Fouls: 11.

Kewanee (12-5, 4-0): Goforth 1 (1) 0-3 3, Brackett 1 0-0 3, Damas 1 3-4 5, Hansen 2 (2) 0-0 6, VerVynck 2 (2) 0-0 6, Johnson 0 0-0 0, Welcome 4 2-6 10, Contreras 5 (1) 0-0 11, Oliver 8 5-5 21.

Totals 24 (7) 10-15 65. Fouls: 13.

SOPHS: Hall 59-43.

Other area scores Rockford Lutheran 64, Mendota 59.

M (13-7, 3-4): Carroll 31, LaShonse 12.

Fieldcrest 61, Tremont 55 Junior college At Oglesby WOMEN: Highland 68, IVCC 57. IVCC: Near 16, Porter 14, Mauck 8, Herrmann 8, Voss 6, Collins 3, Leininger 2.

MEN: IVCC 91, Highland 80: IVCC: Soderholm 31, Johnson 22.

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200 +/- Acres Harmon Township LEE COUNTY, IL

The following described farmland real estate will be offered for sale by PUBLIC AUCTION. OPEN TENANCY 2015

TUESDAY, FEB. 24, 2015 10:00 A.M.

OPEN TENANCY 2015

SALE DAY LOCATION: Walton Tap Banquet Room, 906 Walton Road, Dixon, IL 61021 FARM LOCATION: East of Harmon on Sterling Road then South on Atkinson Road 1 ½ miles to farm. 793 Atkinson Road, Harmon, IL 61042 FARM DESCRIPTION: TRACT 1: E ½ of NE ¼ of Section 26, Harmon Twp., Lee County, IL. 80 +/- acres with 74.52 +/- acres tillable. Tillable soils include Clyde, Binghampton, Orio, Dakota, Hoopeston, Nachusa, Dickinson and Sparta.

A Surety productivity index of 120.3. Tax ID # 13-26-200-002. 2013 paid 2014 were $2,787.00. Improvements include a wood frame 2 story home, 1440 sq. ft., basement, 60 amp service and steel siding. An unattached garage and corncrib with lean-to.

TRACT 2: E ½ of SE ¼ of Section 26, Harmon Twp., Lee County, IL. 80 +/- acres with 78.48 +/- acres tillable. Tillable soils include Sparta, Clyde, Orio, Dickinson, Nahusa, Binghampton, Cohoctah and DaKota. A Surety productivity index of 128.5. No improvements. Tax ID # 13-26-400-002.

2013 paid in 2014 were $1,483.

TRACT 3: NW ¼ of SW ¼ of Section 25, Harmon Twp, Lee County, IL. 40 +/- acres w/ 39.24 +/- acres tillable. Tillable soils include Clyde, Sparta, Orio, Binghampton and Nachusa. A Surety productivity index of 119.5. No improvements. Tax ID #13-25-300-001. 2013 taxes paid in 2014 were $600.

Plat locations, Aerial Photos, Soil Maps and other information available @ rickrediger.com TERMS AND CONDITIONS: 1.) Tracts will be sold on a per surveyed acre basis. No Combinations.

2.) Surveys provided by Seller.

3.) The successful bidder will be required to enter into a standard purchase agreement contract. A Buyer’s premium of 1% of the high bid will be charged to the Buyer and added to the bid amount to arrive at the contract purchase price. 10% of the contract purchase price will be due immediately following the auction. The balance will be due and payable on or before March 24, 2015.

4.) The seller shall provide a title insurance policy in the amount of the purchase price of the subject properties.

5.) The estimated 2014 real estate taxes due and payable in 2015 will be credited by the Seller to the Buyer. All subsequent real estate taxes will be the responsibility of the buyer.

6.) The property is being sold in “AS IS” condition, with no implied warranties of any kind.

7.) The information is believed to be accurate. However, we strongly urge all prospective buyers to thoroughly research all pertinent data and to draw their own conclusions.

8.) All announcements made the day of the sale take precedence over any previously printed material.

9.) For additional information or to view the property contact Rick Rediger, Auctioneer at 815-699-7999 or Scott Brummel at 630-553-3200.

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SATURDAY, FEB. 28, 2015 10:00 A.M.

OPEN TENANCY 2015

SALE DAY LOCATION: Magnolia Fire Department, 107 N. Chicago St., Magnolia, IL 61336 FARM LOCATION 1/4 mile West of IL Junction 18 & 89 (Magnolia) South side of Route 18.

FARM DESCRIPTION Located E 1/2 of NE ¼ of Section 34, Magnolia Township, Putnam County, Illinois. 75.71 +/- acres with 45.17 +/- tillable acres. Tillable acre soils include Birkbeck, Sawmill, Osco and Morley. A Surety Crop Productivity Index of 121.9. Tax ID # 04-20-060-000 and # 04-20-070-000. 2013 taxes paid in 2014 were $527.64. No Improvements.

Plat locations, Aerial Photos and Soil Maps available on www.rickrediger.com.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS: 1) Parcel will be sold on a per surveyed acre basis.

2) Survey provided by Seller.

3) The successful bidder will be required to enter into a standard purchase agreement contract. A Buyer’s premium of 1% of the high bid will be charged to the Buyer and added to the bid amount to arrive at the contract purchase price. 10% of the purchase price will be due immediately following the auction. The balance will be due and payable on or before March 27, 2015.

4) The Seller shall provide a title insurance policy in the amount of the purchase price of the subject property.

5) The estimated 2014 taxes due and payable in 2015 will be credited by Seller to Buyer. All subsequent real estate taxes will be the responsibility of the Buyer.

6) The property is being sold in “AS IS” condition, with no implied warranties of any kind.

7) The information is believed to be accurate. However we strongly urge all prospective buyers to thoroughly research all pertinent data and to draw their own conclusions.

8) All announcements made the day of the sale take precedence over any previously printed material.

9) For additional information or to view the property contact Rick Rediger, Auctioneer at 815.699.7999.

RICHARD FAY – Seller

Attorney for Seller: John Duncan 654 1st St., LaSalle, IL 61301 Number System will be Used – I.D. Rquired Not Responsible for Accidents REDIGER AUCTION SERVICE BRUMMEL REALTY, LLC Rick Rediger, Auctioneer Scott Brummel, Broker 815-699-7999 630-553-3200 www.RickRediger.com www.BrummelRealty.com

79.75+/- ACRES

The following described real estate will be offered for sale by Public Auction.

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The following described real estate will be offered for sale by Public Auction.

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SALE DAY LOCATION: Rip’s Tavern, 311 N Main Avenue, Ladd, IL 61329 LOCATION N ½ of NE ¼, Section 11, Selby Township, Bureau County, IL or 2 miles North of Hollowayville, IL on 2900 E Road.

DESCRIPTION 79.75 +/- acres with 63.76 +/- tillable acres. Tillable acres soils include Sawmill, Catlin, Muscatune and Morley. A Surety Productivity Index of 132.6 on tillable soils. 14.5 acres of creek line, pasture and trees. Building site with older barn, small garage and small shed.

TAXES Tax ID # 17-11-200-001. 2013 taxes paid in 2014 were $1,833.82.

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS: 1) Parcel will be sold on a per surveyed acre basis.

2) Survey provided by Seller.

3) The successful bidder will be required to enter into a standard purchase agreement contract. A Buyer’s Premium of 1% of the high bid will be charged to the buyer and added to the bid amount to arrive at the contract purchase price. 10% of the purchase price will be due immediately following the auction. The balance will be due and payable on or before April 3, 2015.

4) The Seller shall provide a title insurance policy in the amount of the purchase price of the subject property.

5) The estimated 2014 taxes due and payable in 2015 will be credited by Seller to Buyer. All subsequent real estate taxes will be the responsibility of the Buyer.

6) The property is being sold in “AS IS” condition, with no implied warranties of any kind.

7) The information is believed to be accurate. However we strongly urge all prospective buyers to thoroughly research all pertinent data and to draw their own conclusions.

8) All announcements made the day of the sale take precedence over any previously printed material.

9) For additional information or to view the property contact Rick Rediger, Auctioneer at 815.699.7999.

JOSEPH J. TERANDO ESTATE

SELLER: Co-Executors: Renee McNamara and Joseph J. Terando II Attorney for Seller: John Duncan 654 First St., LaSalle, IL 61301 Number System will be Used – I.D. Required Not Responsible for Accidents REDIGER AUCTION SERVICE BRUMMEL REALTY, LLC Rick Rediger, Auctioneer Scott Brummel, Broker 815-699-7999 630-553-3200 www.RickRediger.com www.BrummelRealty.com

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by Gary Hulin, Perdew, Elliston, Barto, Lane, Walker, Valley, Fox & Others; Haddon Perdew Crows; Various Duck & Crow Calls COLLECTION OF ARROWHEADS, AXES & CELTS AND BOOK- PATHS IN THE PRAIRIE GRASS BY GARY HULIN COLLECTION OF APPROX. 65 LONG GUNS: Including Winchester, Savage, Remington, Mossberg, Henry Golden Boy, Rare 1800’s Punt Gun, Mauser, Browning, Marlin, M1 Grand, Several DU Guns, Stevens Crack Shot; COLLECTION OF APPROX. 50 HAND GUNS: Including: Colt, S&W, Engraved Colt Walker Percussion, Colt Comm. Set in Box, Beretta, Colt Police Positive, Walther PPK, Taurus, Glock, Hopkins & Allen, Derringers, Llama, Intratec, Hi-Point & Many Others; RELATED ITEMS: Group of Ammo; Holsters, Clips, Gun Cases, Scopes, Gun Cleaning Kits, Binoculars, Empty Gun Boxes, Gun Grips; Hunting & Gun Books, Western & Military DVD’s; Military Clothing; Framed Gun & Ammo Ads; Old Infantry Booklet; Boots & Saddle Book by Elizabeth Custer; KNIVES, FISHING, COINS: Many Hand Carved & Painted Walking Sticks; Indian Drum; Moccassins& Beaded Necklaces; Western Spurs; Western Hats; Hunting & Many Pocket Knives; Lg. Knives; Knife Sets & Filet Knives; Fishing Tackle Boxes w/ Lures; WW II Book Volume Set; Belt Buckles; One Dollar Silver Certificates; Paper Money; Confederate Currency; Silver & Ike Dollars; Wheat & Indian Head Pennies; Various Coin Sets; Foreign Paper Money & Coins; Nazi Coins, Stamps, Medal & Nazi Banner; First Day Issue Stamp Set INSTRUMENTS, CAP GUNS & TOYS: Guitar, Electric Guitars, Violin & Trumpet; Miniature Toy Guns; Several BB Guns & Pistol; Many Cap Guns & Holsters; John Deere, Case & IH Farm Machinery Toys-Some NIB; Hot Wheels Including Red Line; Match Box Cars; Baseball Cards; PLEASE NOTE: There is NO BUYER PREMIUM FOR ONSITE BIDDING, JUST A $25 Gun Transfer Fee per Firearm.

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NOTICE OF HEARING BY PUBLICATION IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT BUREAU COUNTY, ILLINOIS Case No.: 15 P 04 Notice is given you, Lewis Camarena, that on February 11, 2015 at the Bureau County Courthouse, 700 South Main Street, Princeton, IL 61356, at 2:00 p.m., a hearing has been scheduled for the Guardianship of a Minor, Grace Camarena based upon the Amended Petition for Guardianship filed herein. Unless you appear, a judgment or decree by default may be taken against you for the relief asked in the complaint.

Published in the Bureau County Republican Jan. 27, 29 and 31, 2015.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Clerk of Court, Bureau County Courthouse, Princeton, Illinois 61356, or with the representative, or both, within 6 months from the date of issuance of letters and any claim not filed within that period is barred.

Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed.

Dated this 9th day of January, 2015.

Attorney John Balestri Attorney for Estate 149 Gooding Street LaSalle, IL 61301 815-223-6600 Published in the Bureau County Republican Jan. 15, 22 and 29, 2015.

Property Index No. 14-19-329-002.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $142,634.62.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, or a unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

In accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

Effective May 1st, 2014 you will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues.

For information, contact the sales department, FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 120, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com. Please refer to file number F14040128.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 120 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F14040128 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Case Number: 14 CH 32 TJSC#: 34-18015 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Published in the Bureau County Republican Jan. 22, 29 and Feb. 5, 2015.

CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT BUREAU COUNTY, ILLINOIS ESTATE OF ) ANTHONY JOSEPH ) DZIERZYNSKI ) Deceased ) No. 2015-P-01 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Anthony Joseph Dzierzynski.

Letters of Office were issued on January 8, 2015, to Linda Ann Miller, 7958 N. Painted Vista Dr., Pescott Valley AZ and Anton Bernard Dzierzynski, 232 S. 11th Street, Hennepin, IL as Co-Executors whose attorney is John, Balestri, 149 Gooding Street, LaSalle, Illinois 61301.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING A public hearing will be held on Monday, February 9, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at the DePue Village Hall at 111 West Second Street, DePue, Illinois, 61322.

In November 2013, the village received a $173,250 grant (#13-242006) from the Illinois Community D e v e l o p m e n t Assistance Program with assistance from North Central Illinois Council of Governments for a water storage tank rehabilitation project.

The public hearing will include a discussion of the grant-funded project.

Eric Bryant, DePue Village President Published in the Bureau County Republican Jan. 29, 2015.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 13TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT BUREAU COUNTY - PRINCETON, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ) ASSOCIATION ) Plaintiff, ) -v.)

JASON C. WALOWSKI AKA JASON ) WALOWSKI, JESSICA A. PETERSON AKA ) JESSICA PETERSON, UNKNOWN OWNERS ) AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS ) Defendant ) 14 CH 32 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 2, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 11:30 a.m. on January 5, 2015, at the office of Russell, English, Scoma & Beneke, P.C., Ten Park Ave. West, PRINCETON, IL, 61356, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOTS 9 AND 8, EXCEPT THE SOUTH 10 FEET THEREOF IN BLOCK 11 IN THE VILLAGE OF SHEFFIELD, ALL LYING AND BEING SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF BUREAU AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 316 SOUTH MAIN STREET, Sheffield, IL 61361

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 13TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT BUREAU COUNTY PRINCETON, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ) ASSOCIATION ) Plaintiff, ) -v.)

JASON C. WALOWSKI AKA JASON ) WALOWSKI, JESSICA A. PETERSON AKA ) JESSICA PETERSON, UNKNOWN OWNERS) AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS ) Defendant ) 14 CH 32 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 2, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 11:30 a.m. on January 5, 2015, at the office of Russell, English, Scoma & Beneke, P.C., Ten Park Ave. West, PRINCETON, IL, 61356, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 316 SOUTH MAIN STREET, Sheffield, IL 61361 Property Index No. 14-19-329-002.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $142,634.62.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, or a unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). In accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. Effective May 1st, 2014 you will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues.

For information, contact the sales department, FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 120, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com. Please refer to file number F14040128.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 120 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F14040128 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Case Number: 14 CH 32 TJSC#: 34-18015 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Published in the Bureau County Republican Jan. 22, 29 and Feb. 5, 2015.

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Vol. 9 No. 28

A photographer’s dream Winter is filled with photogenic moments. From the way the snow hangs on the trees to a long line of icicles hanging from a rooftop — the artistic eye behind the lens of a camera can have a heyday while snapping images that preserve the beauty of the season.

But perhaps in this area of Illinois, the biggest treat for photographers is the ability to focus in on the nation’s national bird — the American Bald Eagle, which are plentiful at this time of the year in both Bureau and Putnam counties. Whether it’s the Illinois River or the Hennepin Canal, bald eagles abound, and if you’re quick enough, you can capture an image that will create plenty of oohs and aahs for those who appreciate not just this majestic bird, but also the skills of a great photographer.

If you want to stray a bit further west, the Mississippi River is home to hundreds of these birds, and at this time of the year, photographers line up alongside the banks of the river to capture their images. Some even use slingshots to shoot a fish into the water, while other photographers stand ready to swoop in with their cameras, as the bird swoops in for the fish.

But even in our own backyards, the distinctive eagle soaring through the air, landing on branches high above the water, is enough for many photographers. If you’re lucky enough to capture one with its powerful talons snatching its lunch from the water or even fighting over a fish with another eagle, your photographic day is complete.

And even if you aren’t a photo enthusiast, many in the area enjoy sitting quietly along the banks — or even inside their vehicles — to watch our national bird in our their own backyards, so to speak. It’s clearly a magnificent bird — whether you capture it with your camera or just put it in your memory banks for safe keeping.

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This Week The Bureau County Farm Bureau will hold its 100th annual meeting Thursday, Jan. 29, at Wise Guys Bar and Grill, 2205 N. Main St., Princeton. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. with dinner. The business meeting will immediately follow. At the meeting, officers as well as directors will be elected for the upcoming year.

For more information or to purchase a ticket, call the Bureau County Farm Bureau at 815-875-6468.

The Spirit Siberian Rescue will return for a sled dog demo Sunday, Feb. 1, at Starved Rock. There will be seminars in the LaSalle Room. An outdoor sled dog demo will take place along the sea wall just southeast of the Starved Rock Visitors Center.

The Princeton Moose Lodge will host a bingo night at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 3. Doors will open at 5 p.m. and sandwiches will be available for purchase. The lodge will continue to host bingo the first and third Tuesday of each month. The lodge is at 1339 N. Euclid Ave. in Princeton. For more information, call the lodge at 815-879-5261.

The Heart of Illinois Knitting Guild will meet at 9 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 3, at Memorial Hall at Maple Lawn Homes in Eureka. Those attending are asked to bring their favorite: favorite friend, favorite free pattern, favorite needles, favorite fiber tip along with a favorite food for lunch. For more information, call Char Rickey at 309-472-7085 or email

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Upcoming The Volunteers of Ronald Reagan Birthplace and the Tampico Historical Society will celebrate the 104th anniversary of the birth of President Ronald Reagan from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6. An open house will be held in the Historical Museum with cake, punch and coffee. There will be free tours of the birthplace.

For more information, contact Joan Johnson at garyjoan@thewisp.net or call 815-622-8705.

The Covered Bridge Quilters Guild will meet at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6, at the Evangelical Covenant Church, 24 N. Main St., Princeton. Valerie Langue of the Quilt Merchant quilt shop in Winfield will present the program “Trunk Show.” Guests are welcome to attend for a $5 fee. She will also teach the workshop “Lucy Boston, Patchwork of the Crosses” from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 7 at the church. The cost is $20 for members and $25 for nonmembers.

Stage 212 will hold auditions for its spring production of “Always a Bridesmaid” at 7 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 6, and Saturday, Feb. 7, at the theater, 700 First St., LaSalle.

Callbacks, if necessary, will be held on Sunday.

“Always a Bridesmaid” will be presented April 17-19 and 24-26.

Starved Rock Visitors Center will hold a cross-country ski weekend Saturday, Feb. 7, and Sunday Feb. 8. There will

be basic cross-country ski instruction available.

Participants will meet at 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. at the Matthiessen State Park Dells area. Ski rentals are available. If there is no snow, there will be a guided hike though Matthiessen State Park.

Auction Calendar Jan. 31 – John Sitterly (The Spoon), real estate plus equipment, 10 a.m., 541 S. Main St., Princeton, Tumbleson Auction Co., auctioneers.

Feb. 6 – Richard and Valerie Ehorn, farmland, 10 a.m., sale held 401 W. Main St. (The Shed), Wyanet, Rediger Auction Service, auctioneers.

Feb. 7 – Gary Hulin, duck decoys, arrowheads, axes and celts, long guns and related, knives, fishing, coins, instruments, cap guns and toys, 10 a.m., 1635 N. Main St. (Tumbleson Auction Center), Princeton, Tumbleson Auction Co., auctioneers.

Feb. 10 – Patricia Wamhoff, Glenn Lovgren, Virginia Becker, Trina Owens and Nicole Fischer, farmland, 10 a.m., sale held at 308 Howard St. (LaMoille Lions Club building), LaMoille, Rediger Auction Service, auctioneers.

Feb. 24 – Alice Dillon Price estate, farmland, 10 a.m., sale held at 906 Walton Road (Walton Tap Banquet Room), Dixon, Rediger Auction Service, auctioneers.

Feb. 28 – Richard Fay, farmland, 10 a.m., sale held at 107 N. Chicago St. (Magnolia Fire Department), Magnolia, Rediger Auction Service, auctioneers.

Correction In the Jan. 22 edition of Illinois Valley Scene in the story “Everyone is welcome at Ali’s Pantry,” the location of the village of Nerashte was incorrect. Nerashte is actually located in the Republic of Macedonia. The Illinois Valley Scene regrets the error.

PRINCETON — The Princeton Public Library is one of the drop-off locations for the Bureau County Republican-sponsored program, Dear Soldier. Illinois Valley residents are encouraged to stop by one of the many participating locations around Bureau and Putnam counties to submit a letter of appreciation which will be sent out to our servicemen and women and veterans.

The letter-writing campaign will continue through April 5 and is the result of a partnership between the BCR and the non-profit organization Operation Gratitude.

The letters will be collected and included in personalized care packages sent out to U.S. veterans and military personnel all over the world.

The library’s mailbox is located at the circulation desk.

Thursday, Jan. 29, an adult craft night will be at 6:30 p.m. Scrapbooking — Exploding Box, led by Ron McCutchan. All materials supplied. This can be used as a memory box for up to 12, 3- to 4-inch photographs. If you would like to bring prints to use.

Tuesday, Feb. 3, there will be a preschool story time with music at 10:30 a.m.

The theme will be dogs.

SPRING VALLEY — The Richard A. Mautino Memorial Library Board meets the second Tuesday of every month at 8 a.m. in the library. The following is a list of the meeting dates for 2015: Feb. 10; March 10; April 14; May 12; June 9; July 14; Aug. 11; Sept. 8; Oct. 13; Nov. 10 and Dec. 8.

TISKILWA — The library has had several donations made recently, so stop in and check out the new books, DVDs and audios the library has acquired. Donations are always accepted in good usable condition.

LADD — The Ladd Public Library has resumed preschool story times. Programs are held at 10 a.m.

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feature a variety of activities including stories, songs, crafts and much more. The theme for the Jan. 27 story time program will be polar bears.

The library offers eBooks through the OMNI consortium and also e-Read Illinois.

OHIO — The Ohio Public Library is going to be offering computer courses every Wednesday in February. On Feb. 4 and 11, the class will be on Microsoft Word and Excel basics. It will be held from 5 to 6:30 p.m. and will be a two-part class. Pre-registration is required so that everyone has a computer to use. If interested, please stop in to the library to get signed up.

BUREAU — The Leepertown Township Public Library is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 2 to 6 p.m., Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. and on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The library has computers for patron usage, as well as copier, scanning and fax services. Call 815-6593283 for information. (The fax number is the same as phone number).

PERU — The Peru Public Library is offering basic instruction on using a computer, email or the Internet.

During twice a month sessions, patrons can schedule times to learn computer basics.

Tuesdays with Computers is every first and third Tuesdays from January to April, between 10 and 11 a.m.

Call to schedule a session; walk-ins welcome as space allows.

MAGNOLIA – Magnolia Branch Library will have homework hour on Tuesday and Thursday nights from 4 to 5 p.m. throughout the school year. Children have the opportunity to have their completed homework checked or seek help understanding homework in progress. The library provides materials and equipment for help with school homework and projects.

“Greatness Explained: The Great Lakes” will be a presentation given at 6:30 p.m. on Feb. 3 at the library.

This is another program in the 2014-15 “Traces and Byways Discovered” program.

HENNEPIN – Preschool story times are every Tuesday at 2 p.m. and at 10:30 a.m. on Fridays. Join the library for stories, crafts, games and more. This program is ideal for children ages 3, 4, and 5 years of age.

After-school activities take place most Thursdays from 4 to 5 p.m. for children in early elementary school.

Come to the Hennepin Library for stories and related crafts, activities and games.

The Hennepin Book Club meets at 7 p.m. on the second Thursday of every month at the Hennepin Library headquarters. The group discusses a single title all participants have read together and selects a title for the following month.

“The Life and Times of Abraham Lincoln” is the 11th program in the 201415 “Traces and Byways Discovered” series. The program will be held in Hennepin at 6:30 p.m. on Feb. 12.

GRANVILLE– Join the library for stories and crafts.

The preschool program is ideal for children ages 3, 4 and 5 years old. The more, the merrier – bring friends.

Tuesday mornings at 10 a.m.

The Granville Favorites Club meets at 6:30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of every month at 6:30 p.m..

Each month the group meets to discuss favorite and not-so-favorite titles participants have read. Join the library on Thursdays at 10 a.m. for stories and songs.

This program is ideal for little ones under 3 years of age.

MCNABB – Every Saturday at 10 a.m. the McNabb Branch Library features youth programming for children in early elementary school. Preschool story times are held at 11 a.m.

Saturdays and are ideal for children ages 3, 4 and 5 years old with adult participation. Enjoy stories, and make a small craft to take home.

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Perry Memorial Hospital This Sunday, the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks will play the biggest football game of the season.

The Illinois Valley Scene asked area residents who they would have liked to have seen in the Super Bowl.

“I’d like to see Cleveland “I want the Bears to win, so we can have another and Oakland because I haven’t been to the circus Super Bowl Shuffle.”

Jessica Johnson in a long time.”

Evan Sandullo

“I’m a Buccaneers fan and Bears fan … I’ll say Buccaneers because it’s been I think 11-12 years since they’ve been.” Playing the Buccaneers, Waca said he would like to see, “The Ravens again because they’re horrible.”

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“I’d like to see the Green Bay Packers in the Super Bowl because to me, they had the best quarterback I’ve seen in 10 years. And I am a Bears fan, and we are both in the same division; they beat the Bears and they deserve to be in the Super Bowl. But I’m sorry they didn’t make it.” To play the Packers, Smith said he would like to see, “Probably the New England Patriots ... They’re all good teams; they’re all just very, very good teams.”

Don Smith

“The Chicago Bears — they’re my team!” Smith said. He wouldn’t really care who they play, but it would be fun to see them beat the Packers in the Super Bowl — even though they’re in the same division and that wouldn’t happen.

Scott Smith

“I would have liked to see the Chicago Bears in the Super Bowl because I’m a die hard Bears fan.”

Playing the Bears he would have liked to see the Colts, for what he said were regional reasons.

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Figge Museum features Yuriko Yamaguchi DAVENPORT, Iowa — The Figge Art Museum presents the work of artist Yuriko Yamaguchi in the exhibition titled: Yuriko Yamaguchi: Interconnected in Art, Nature, Science and Technology.

A native of Japan and longtime resident of Washington, D.C., Yamaguchi creates organic, web-like sculptures from nets of wire and resin forms cast from dried curls of potatoes, onion ends, leaves and seed pods found in nature.

She scours the neighboring woods and local grocery stores in search of these aesthetically pleasing forms that she dries and cuts up until they bear only a passing resemblance to their former selves. She then creates a silicon rubber mold from the material she collects and mixes liquid resin with color dye, which she then pours into the mold.

Biological in origin but no longer natural, the resin

pieces that she produces embody the delicate balance that exists between various dualities. Through her art, she seeks to explore the constantly fluctuating but ever-present “interconnections” that bind us to one another and to the natural world.

Yamaguchi said, “I [create] works that remind people that we are all connected in many overlapping webs woven out of the common forces that affect the human condition: family origin, economic stressors, religious beliefs, nature, time, place and technology. After all, we are only human beings who were born and will die, only to be replaced by others in the community of man.”

Yamaguchi takes on a holistic world view that sees all existence as intrinsically interrelated. Social concerns, politics, technology, ecological issues and other aspects of our

reality must not be understood in isolation, but within a broader context and her work resists definitive interpretations.

Yamaguchi currently teaches sculpture at George Washington University.

She has exhibited her work both nationally and internationally, including the Corcoran Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., the Field Museum in Chicago, Museum of Fine Arts in Houston, Texas, the Ise Contemporary Art Museum in Japan and many others. Her artwork also is included in major museum collections both in the United States and abroad.

This exhibition will be on view from Jan. 24 to May 31, and an exhibition catalogue will be available in the Museum Store.

This project is made possible by a grant to EICCD from the U.S. Institute of Museum & Library Services.

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Illinois Valley Scene

Judy Dyke

There’s nothing better than some warm, sliced bread with cold butter all over it. It sure sounds good to me.

Strawberry Banana Bread 1 cup vegetable oil plus more for the pan 3 cups all-purpose flour plus more for the pan 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon freshly grated or ground nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon salt 4 large eggs 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest 2 large ripe bananas 1 pound strawberries, chopped 1 1/2 cups walnuts 1 cup confectioner’s sugar 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Heat oven to 350°. Oil and flour a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, nutmeg and salt. In a

medium bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Add the granulated sugar, oil, vanilla and lemon zest and whisk to combine. Mash the bananas, you should get about 1 cup, and stir into the egg mixture. Add the egg mixture to the flour mixture and mix just until incorporated. Fold in the strawberries and walnuts.

Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and bake until a wooden pick inserted into the center comes out clean, 45 to 50 minutes.

Transfer to a cooling rack and let cool for 5 minutes.

Meanwhile in a medium bowl, whisk together the confectioner’s sugar and lemon juice until smooth.

Spread the icing over the warm bread. Then let cool completely.

sugar Preheat oven to 350°.

Grease a 9- or 10-inch Bundt tube pan. Mix white sugar and cinnamon in a large plastic bag. Cut biscuits into quarters. Shake 6 to 8 biscuit pieces in sugar cinnamon mixture. Arrange pieces in the bottom of the prepared pan. If using nuts and raisins, arrange them in and among the biscuit pieces as you go along.

Continue until all biscuits are coated and placed in pan. In a small saucepan, melt margarine with brown sugar over medium heat.

Boil for 1 minute. Pour over the biscuits. Bake for 35 minutes. Let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, and then turn out onto a plate.

Do not cut bread it just pulls apart.

Monkey Bread

Blueberry Zucchini Bread

1 cup white sugar 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 3 12-ounce packages refrigerated biscuit dough 1/2 cup chopped walnuts 1/2 cup raisins (optional) 1/2 cup margarine or butter 1 cup packed brown

3 cups flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 3 eggs 1 cup vegetable oil

2 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 1/4 cups sugar 2 cups shredded zucchini 1 pint fresh blueberries Preheat oven to 350°.

Lightly grease 4 mini loaf pans. In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda and cinnamon. In a separate bowl, beat together eggs, oil, vanilla and sugar.

Stir in flour mixture until well blended. Fold in zucchini and then gently fold in blueberries. Pour batter into prepared mini loaf pans. Top with a crumb topping of 2/3 cup flour, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup white sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/2 cup chopped walnuts and 1 stick softened butter mixed together. Sprinkle over the top of the loaves before baking.

1 teaspoon baking powder 3/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips 1/4 cup chopped walnuts Line bottom of a greased 9-by-5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper. Grease paper. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until crumbly. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the bananas, buttermilk and vanilla. In another bowl, mix the flour, baking pow-

der, baking soda and salt, stir into creamed mixture.

Fold in chocolate chips and walnuts. Transfer to prepared pan. Bake at 350° for 60 to 65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. Remove paper.

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Senior spotlight Tyler Clark • Princeton

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Princeton’s Tyler Clark says his brother, Zach, has had the greatest influence on his life, because I’ve modeled my life choices similarly around what he did when he was my age.

A look at the upcoming area sports events: Thursday, Jan. 29 Girls basketball: High school – ROWVA at BV, Hall at St. Bede, Paw Paw at LaMoille/Ohio, 6 p.m.

Volleyball: Junior high – Lowpoint-Washburn at Putnam County, 4 p.m., Ottawa Shepherd at Princeton Logan, 4:30 p.m.

Wrestling: Rochelle at Princeton, 5:30 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 30 Boys basketball: High school – BV at Hall, Newman at St. Bede, Princeton at Amboy, 6 p.m.

Volleyball: Junior high – Princeton Logan at Putnam County, 4 p.m.

Wrestling: Princeton at Sherrard 6 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 31 Boys basketball: Junior high — PC eighth-grade regionals.

Girls basketball: High school – Putnam County

at Alwood, 1 p.m.

Wrestling: High School — Hall/Putnam County Super Dual, 8:30 a.m.

Monday, Feb. 2 Boys basketball: Freshman — Putnam County at Princeton, 6 p.m.

Girls basketball: High school – Amboy at St. Bede, DePue at LaMoille-Ohio (Ohio), Princeton at Hall, Marquette at Putnam County, 6 p.m.

Volleyball: Junior High — Princeton Logan at LaSalle Lincoln, 4:15 p.m., Putnam County at El Paso, 6 p.m.

Wrestling: Putnam County at Midland, 5:30 p.m.

high — PC eighth-grade regionals. High school – BV at Kewanee, QC Christian at DePue, Amboy at Hall, St. Bede at Princeton, 6 p.m.

Volleyball: Junior high — Princeton Logan at La Salle Lincoln, 4:15 p.m., Putnam County at El Paso, PCA at Dalzell, 6 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 5 Boys basketball: Junior high — PC eighth-grade regionals. Freshman — Putnam County at Henry, 6 p.m.

Tuesday, Feb. 3 Boys basketball: Junior

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Nickname: Clarkster; T-Chop.

School: Princeton High School.

Date/place of birth: Dec. 5, 1996.

Hometown: Princeton.

Family: Mom, Peggy; Dad, Poke; brother, Zach; sister, Paige.

Sports: Basketball and football.

Favorite sport and why: Basketball because I grew up playing pick-up games with my family and friends.

Favorite food and where to get it: The potato salad from the Prime Quarter.

Likes: Video games, YouTube, roller coasters and Batman.

Dislikes: Spaghetti, lag and boredom.

Person with the greatest influence on my athletic career and why: My dad because he keeps on suggesting what I can do to improve upon my game, and he keeps on pushing me to become better.

Person with the greatest influence on my life and why: My brother because I’ve modeled my life choices similarly around what he did when he was my age.

If stranded on a deserted island, I would have to have my: Sense of humor.

The last song I listened to was: “As you go” by Red. People would be surprised to know that: I have not watched “Frozen.”

I stay home to watch: “Gotham.”

When I need luck for a big game,

Girls basketball: High school – Hall at Newman, Princeton at Kewanee, St. Bede at BV, Putnam County at Peoria Christian, 6 p.m.

Volleyball: Junior high — Henry at Putnam County, Peru Catholic at PCA, 6 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 6 Boys basketball: High

I: Take a power nap.

The funniest person I’ve ever met and why: Michael Camp because he puts things out there, whether or not if it’s random, and he just runs with it.

What they’ll say about me at school after I graduate: “That kid was dedicated.”

Most embarrassing moment: Attempting to sing at a talent show in front of the whole school, when I can’t sing well to save my life.

Most unforgettable moment: Ending our 20-game win-less streak in football.

Ultimate sports fantasy: To play in the NFL. What I would like to do in life: Help other people in one form or another.

Three words that best describe me: Loyal, persistent and honest.

school – BV at Princeton, Woodland at DePue, Putnam County at Midland, Kewanee at St. Bede, 6 p.m.

Girls basketball: Annawan at Putnam County, 6 p.m.

Volleyball: Junior high — Putnam County at Marseilles Tournament.

Saturday, Feb. 7 Boys basketball: Fresh-

man — Somonauk at Putnam County, 9 a.m.

Sophomore — Westminster Christian at Putnam County, 10:15 a.m. Varsity — Evergreen Park at Putnam County Coaches Shoot-out, 6 p.m.

Volleyball: Junior high — Putnam County at Marseilles Tournament.

Wrestling: IHSA Regionals.

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​The $500 shot PRINCETON — There will be a $500 halfcourt shot contest during halftime of the Bureau Valley vs.

Princeton boys basketball game on Feb. 6 at Prouty Gym in Princeton. Tickets will be sold at the night of the game, limited to 500.

The event is sponsored by Dimond Bros. Insurance with all proceeds benefitting the PHS Booster Club.

Swing into Spring

PERU — New coach Bill Booker and the St. Bede Academy Bruins’ baseball program will host a Spring Training Baseball Clinic on March 7-8. Sessions will be held from 8:30 a.m. to noon March 7 for ages 7-9 and from 1 to 4 p.m. March 8 for ages 10-14.

Participants will learn baseball fundamentals from SBA coaches and players.

Campers may bring their own equipment and are expected to wear proper baseball attire. Weather permitting, some drills may be at the Academy field.

Early registration postmarked by Feb. 25 will cost

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$30 for first child, $25 for each additional sibling. After Feb. 25, costs will be $35 per child. Checks made payable to St. Bede Academy Baseball may be sent to Booker at St. Bede Academy, 24 W. US Highway 6, Peru, IL 61354.

Officials clinic

PERU — The Illinois Valley Volleyball Officials Association will host a Level 1 and Level 2 IHSA volleyball officials clinic from noon to 4 p.m. Feb. 22 at Peru Parkside, located at 1800 Church St., Peru.

The cost is $20 per person and includes their $15 membership fee for 2015 for the IVVOA. This would be a great opportunity for anyone thinking of becoming a volleyball official to see if it’s something they might be interested in doing.

Patti Blumhorst will run the Level 1 beginning portion of the clinic and will take all prospective officials through every step of becoming an IHSA licensed official, as well as what they can expect.

Blumhorst can be reached at 815-303-3178 or by email at pblumhorst@ yahoo.com.

PRINCETON — Princeton High School will host its 2015 alumni basketball game at 1 p.m. Saturday, March 28 for all former members of the boys’ program. The format will depend on number of players and ages of players. There will be at least two games, three if enough players sign up.

Cost is $20. To participate, call coach/athletic director Jesse Brandt at 815-875-3308 or send a check payable to PHS Basketball at 103 S. Euclid, Princeton, IL 61356.

Softball clinic

PERU — The IVCC softball program will hold its annual softball clinic Feb. 14-15 in the school gym. IVCC coaches and players will provide instruction for players in grades 2-8.

Sessions include grades 2-4 meeting from 8 to 10:30 a.m.

Feb. 14 and from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Feb. 15. The second session will meet from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb.14 and from 1:30 to 4 p.m. Feb. 15. Cost is $30 and includes a T-shirt. The one-day fee is $20.

To register, call coach Cory Tomasson at 815-224-0509 or the athletic office at 815-2240472.

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Consolation champion The Princeton Tigers took home the consolation championship at the Plano Christmas Classic.

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PRINCETON — The Princeton Park District youth basketball league for Grades 1-6 will start back up on Saturday mornings from Feb. 14 through March 21. Emphasis will be on teamwork and sportsmanship. To sign up, call the Metro Center at 815872-0840.

MANLIUS — The Bureau County Track and Cross Country Coaches Clinic will be held Feb. 7 at Bureau Valley High School. Clinic cost is $95 after Jan. 28 or at the door. Registration will start at 8:15 a.m. with the first speakers beginning at 9 a.m. Speakers include Bureau Valley’s Jeff Ohlson (weights), Tony Holler of Plain-

field North, son of former Princeton High School coach Don Holler, and Tyler Gaumer, son of former Princeton coach Max Gaumer. For more information, contact BV coach Dale Donner at 309-895-2037 or daledonner@yahoo.com or visit www.bureauvalleytrack.net.

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