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Tuesday, February 9, 2016

Weathering the weather ...

Winter may not be as fierce as was expected in Bureau County

By Eric Engel eengel@bcrnews.com

PRINCETON — Although many reports have indicated a cold winter is right around the corner, Bob Byrne begs to differ.

Byrne, a member of the Cooperative Observer Program (COOP) with the National Weather Service Quad Cities, said he doesn’t see the typical patterns that would usually indicate severe cold temperatures or massive amounts of snow. Byrne admitted it’s hard to predict weather months or even weeks in advance, but the time of the year and the lack of substantially colder temperatures can certainly be telltale signs.

“January’s average temperature in this area was real close to normal,” Byrne said, adding the thermome-

ter could still bottom out at times through February and March, but the days are growing longer and more sunshine is shed upon the land.

“There’s maybe an hour more sunlight each day at this point than there was in December,” he said, adding the sun allows for less of a chance for snow to stick and more of that snow melting away. “We were expecting a pattern similar to last winter, but I don’t see any evidence of that.”

Patterns change on a regular basis, he said, so the weather can always be up and down. Big storms bring rain and wind from the Southwest, and the coldest weather comes from the Northwest; but if it comes west to east, it stays kind of mild. Byrne said it’s interesting we’re this far into the season without lengthy stretches of chilly or even sub-zero tem-

peratures, so it could likely continue to pinball between warmer and colder days throughout the next few months.

The last few summers in Central Illinois have not been overly hot, but a cool summer does not guarantee a freezing winter, nor vice versa with warm weather. The seasonal patterns are separate, and El Nino has had a strong affect on weather lately.

“The remainder of winter may not be all that bad, as I don’t see the patterns that bring great cold,” Byrne said.

Byrne said the National Weather Service scatters COOPs every 25 miles or so to help with localized forecasting. Other local COOPs are located in Hennepin and Kewanee.

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Cold weather/snow forecast for this week While the area’s winter weather may not be as brutal as in year’s gone by, AccuWeather reports there is a chance that multiple storms this week could sync with colder air that settles into the East to bring snow or a wintry mix to part of that region.

Following near-record warmth during the middle of last week, colder air is expected to arrive in stages into the second week of February.

The jet stream will take a large southward plunge into the Central states this week. This river of strong winds aloft will cause Arctic air to pour southward over the Plains and Midwest.

According to AccuWeather Chief Long-Range Meteorologist Paul Pastelok, the Arctic air will not be in a hurry to push east of the Appalachians this week.

“The core of the cold air will stay over the Mississippi, Tennessee and Ohio valleys,” Pastelok said.

By Tuesday, the air will likely be cold enough to support snow farther east, perhaps right to the Atlantic coast. However, how quickly that second storm forms will determine how much of the mid-Atlantic region receives accumulating snow.

Studying the bug

A heartfelt approach ...

Professionals offer advice for a healthy heart

Professionals examine mosquito-driven Zika virus

By Eric Engel

By Eric Engel

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When you take your sweetheart out this coming Valentine’s Day — and every chance you get, if you’re wise — be sure to eat all the veggies on your dinner plate and take a romantic stroll in the park afterward. After all, it’s good for your heart.

Literally.

February is American Heart Month, but people should take care of their ticker every day of their lives. According to a news release from the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), heart disease is the leading cause of death in Illinois.

Nirav D. Shah, M.D., J.D., the IDPH director, said heart disease surfaces later in life, but your actions in your 20s and 30s will certainly impact your health as you age. Family history and age cannot be controlled, but what you eat and how active you are certainly can. Treat your heart as if you need it to keep the beat.

Diana Rawlings, administrator at the Bureau, Putnam, Marshall County Health Department, said there is a lot of good information available on heart health and heart disease,

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Breaking your heart

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Nightmare at the Fairgrounds hosted a special Valentine’s Day-themed event named “Nightmare Mends Your Broken Heart” this past weekend at the Bureau County Fairgrounds. Hosted by Dr. Love, aka Dave Mead, the event provided a new twist to the typical haunted house. Rather than instilling fear, the 20 staff members helped create a disturbing dating scene. Among the attractions was a kissing booth hosted by a friendly bearded lady and several romantically-inclined women of horror, a wishing well watched over by a creepy cupid, and the removal of a broken heart.

If you have a winter vacation planned for a warm-climate destination, be sure to bring some mosquito repellent. The ornery insects are carrying around a new disease called Zika virus.

According to the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), Zika virus is a mosquito-borne illness spread primarily through mosquito bites. Common symptoms include a fever, a rash, joint pain, red eyes, muscle pain and a headache.

About one in every five people affected with Zika virus will become sick. The symptoms are usually mild and last up to a week. Severe complications requiring hospitalization is uncommon, and death from Zika virus is very rare.

There is a greater risk of birth defects for the children of pregnant mothers infected with the Zika virus, but the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is gaining knowledge on the overall impact of the virus on pregnant women.

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Tools for the pupils

Princeton Lions Club collects eyeglasses and ships them worldwide

By Eric Engel eengel@bcrnews.com

PRINCETON — According to the Lions International monthly magazine, the Lions Club has been collecting and handing out new and used eyeglasses to those with impaired vision around the world for the last 80 years. The World Health Organization estimates more than 150 million people worldwide suffer from blurred vision due to optical shortfalls such as nearsightedness, yet countless individuals in developing countries or households with limited funds don’t have the means for something as basic and necessary as eyeglasses.

Don Smith, president of the Princeton Lions Club, said collection boxes are set up all around Bureau County at places like the Prouty Building in Princeton or the post office in Tiskilwa. He cares deeply about giving children the clear vision they need to see the equation on the board — and adults the sharp clarity to drive down the road safely or perform their jobs without impeded abilities.

The Recycle for Sight program delivers BCR photo/Dave Cook

Boxes like this can be seen around Bureau County and are placed for people to deposit their old eye glasses, which will ultimately be given to people in need around the world by the Lions Club.

Zika From Page 1 The IDPH said the Zika virus is primarily spread through a bite from an infected mosquito, but there have been cases where the virus has been spread through blood transfusion and sexual contact, per the CDC. Because the mosquitoes that carry the virus are from tropical climates and cannot survive the freezing temperatures of the Midwest, Illinois residents are at a low risk of contacting the Zika virus.

As of Feb. 4, the IDPH has reported three confirmed, travel-related cases of the Zika virus in Illinois residents, two of whom were pregnant women. Individuals should consider postponing trips to tropical

Healthy From Page 1 but it’s a big step between knowing what to do to keep your heart healthy and actually doing it.

“If making big changes seems overwhelming; start with small changes,” said Rawlings. “Replace your afternoon candy bar with a piece of fruit, nut mix or a yogurt; or take a short 15-minute walk each day. Small changes can make a difference.”

Some of the common risk factors for heart disease include high blood pressure and cholesterol, diabetes, obesity, physical inactivity and smoking. The health department offers very low-cost blood testing, Rawlings said, as well as free nicotine patches to help stop smoking.

“According to the American Heart Association, there is no direct link between stress and heart disease,” Rawlings added. “However, stress may make you act in ways that increase your risk for heart disease, like turning to high-fat, high-cholesterol comfort foods when you’re stressed.”

To reduce your risk of heart disease, apply the following behaviors to your lifestyle: • Eat a healthy diet with plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables.

• Maintain a healthy weight.

• Exercise regularly.

• Don’t smoke, and limit your alcohol use.

Talk to your doctor about your weight, blood pressure, diet and exercise habits, as Shah encouraged people of all ages to “embrace a healthy lifestyle.”

Listen to your heart by treating it kindly; it’s the only one you’ve got. Visit the IDPH website for more information on heart disease and proper cardiovascular care.

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climates where the virus is more likely to be transmitted if they are pregnant, and they should visit their health care provider after returning if uncertain about symptoms.

Once a person is infected with the Zika virus, they are likely to be protected from future infections — similar to chicken pox.

Regardless, all travelers and outdoor dwellers are encouraged to wear long sleeves and pants and use repellent when enjoying the approaching warmer weather.

The IDPH is amping up its efforts to better understand and test for the Zika virus, as to keep its citizens healthy and happy whether they stay in state or travel to other more-temperate destinations.

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the looking glass to millions around the globe through the generosity of community members. After gathered from collection bins, the eyeglasses are shipped to the nearest Lions eyeglass recycling center, where employees sort and clean them and determine their prescription strength. The bifocals are stored at the recycling centers until humanitarians can deliver them to those who need to see things straight.

Each year, around 30 million pairs of eye glasses are collected and sent everywhere from the continental United States to India, the Middle East and the islands of Indonesia.

“We’ve been doing this here in Princeton for many years, with collection boxes throughout the community,” Smith said, sharing he travels to a dozen locations on any given day to scoop up tools for the pupils.

To catch a glimpse of where to donate new or used eyeglasses, contact Smith at 815875-3475, or Princeton Lions Club member David Gillespie at 815-875-1577.

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Food for thought ... and health St. Margaret’s registered dietitian advises on a healthy diet

By Eric Engel eengel@bcrnews.com

A woman who knows the advantages of a proper diet has a few suggestions as to eating habits that will keep the heart in good shape during American Heart Month and beyond.

Jennifer Scully, RD, LDN, is a registered dietitian at St. Margaret’s Hospital and said high fiber foods are good for the heart.

“Twenty to 30 grams of fiber per day is recommended for heart health, and it also helps people maintain or achieve a healthy weight,” Scully said, adding fruits, vegetables, whole grains and dried beans are good sources of fiber. “Choose whole grain foods when possible — substituting brown rice for white rice and choosing whole grain breads and cereals.”

Scully said to drink plenty of fluids and increase fiber slowly into your diet. Five cups per day of fruits and vegetables is recommended. Limiting sodium to under 2,000 milligrams per day is also heart healthy, as sodium is often over-consumed in America. The fresher the food the better it usually is for us.

“Omega 3 fats are heart-healthy fats, so we recommend eating fish twice per week; including salmon, tuna, mackerel and sardines,” she said, noting walnuts, canola and soybean oils are also good sources of Omega 3 fats.

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Illinois’ family-friendly communities With many parents vowing to spend more time with their children every year, and Illinois offering plenty of incentives for families — a large economy, one of the Top 10 school systems in the nation and a healthy housing market — the personal finance website WalletHub conducted an in-depth analysis of 2016’s Best and Worst Cities for Illinois Families.

To identify the most family-friendly Illinois cities, WalletHub’s analysts compared 162 cities in the Prairie State across 21 key metrics. Its data set ranged from the percentage of families with young children to median family income to housing affordability. Following are their findings: Best cities for Illinois families 1. Morton 2. Deerfield 3. Washington 4. Libertyville 5. O’Fallon 6. Hinsdale 7. Cary 8. Lake in the Hills 9. Frankfort 10. Naperville Worst cities for Illinois families 153. Country Club Hills 154. Chicago 155. Kankakee 156. Calumet City 157. Bridgeview 158. Blue Island 159. Maywood 160. Dolton 161. Harvey

162. East St. Louis • Comparing the Best and Worst, Montgomery has the highest percentage of families with children younger than age 18, which is two times greater than in Bloomingdale, the place with the lowest.

• Mount Vernon has the highest property-crime rate, which is 13 times greater than in Charleston, the place with the lowest.

• Deerfield has the highest cost of living-adjusted median family annual income, which is four times greater than in East St. Louis, the place with the lowest.

• East St. Louis has the highest divorce rate, which is six times greater than in Frankfort, the place with the lowest.

• East St. Louis has the highest percentage of families receiving food stamps, which is 81 times greater than in Huntley, the place with the lowest.

• Woodstock has the highest number of pediatricians per capita, which is 81 times more than in Decatur, the place with the lowest.

• Hinsdale has the highest school-system quality, which is 18 times better than in East St. Louis, the place with the lowest.

For the full report and to see where your city ranks, visit: https://wallethub.com/edu/bestworst-cities-for-familiesin-illinois/18426/.

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Bowling achievements ... for Junior Achievement Area community members and businesses put on their bowling shoes Saturday, Feb. 6, to participate in the annual Junior Achievement Bowl-A-Thon, held at Pin Splitter Lanes in Princeton. The 10 teams of five adults bowled to support Junior Achievement, hoping to raise an estimated $3,500 to help support JA programs in the area.

Illini Summer Academies will be June 26-29 Registration opens March 1 Illini Summer Academies, a four-day. on-campus 4-H conference, allows Illinois youth to experience college life and work side-by-side with University of Illinois professors and graduate students in career fields of their choice. The 2016 Illini Summer Academies will be held on the University of Illinois campus Sunday, June 26, through Wednesday, June 29. Registration will open March 1. Sign-up can be done at https://web.extension.illinois.edu/registration/?RegistrationID=11927 and you can join the email information list.

Illini Summer Academies is open to youth who will be in high school in the fall of 2016 or graduating

seniors Spring 2016. This four-day overnight event lets students experience U of I college life while learning with university professors about exciting college majors and careers. Learn more at http://web.extension.illinois.edu/state4h/events/summeracademies/.

To learn more about college and career exploratory opportunities through 4-H and project work, contact the University of Illinois Extension Office - Bureau County at 815-875-2878 or email program coordinator Sue Brooker at sbrooker@ illinois.edu.

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Ladd library will host ‘Rules of the Road’ course LADD — The Ladd Public Library will host the “Illinois Rules of the Road” course from 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, Feb. 11. There is no charge to attend.

The course is an educational course with practice written exam. It is designed to offer experienced drivers and persons with disabilities the knowledge and confidence to renew or obtain an Illinois state driver’s license. It helps measure the understanding of traffic laws and driving skills in a more focused setting.

The library is at 125 N. Main St. in Ladd. For more information, or to register, call 815-894-3254. Space is limited.

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Enterprise zone applications State agency begins reviewing applications SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Commerce announced it has received 18 applications for the second round of enterprise zone designations. Applications will be reviewed by the department and then evaluated for selection by the state’s enterprise zone board.

Enterprise zones encourage job growth and investment in economically depressed areas.

Companies within a zone, or that agree to move into one, can qualify for tax incentives that include sales tax exemptions on purchases of building materials and manufacturing equipment and an exemption for utility taxes.

Each zone is administered by a local official under rules set by the state.

Illinois law provides that 12 zones may be designated this year.

The department certified 49 zones to take effect on Jan. 1, 2016.

Once designated, a community may remain an enterprise zone for 15 years, with a review by the enterprise zone board after 13 years for a possible 10-year extension of the zone designation.

Current applications for enterprise zones (in alphabetical order) are: 1. Beardstown 2. Bloomington/Normal/McLean/Gibson/ Ford 3. Bureau Putnam Area 4. Calumet Region 5. Chicago VI 6. Flora/Clay County 7. Greater Centralia Area 8. Greenville/Bond County 9. Illinois Valley 10. Jersey/Greene Intermodal 11. Lee/Ogle 12. Lincoln/Logan County 13. Livingston County 14. Marshall County 15. Olney/Richland/Newton/Jasper 16. Peoria Royal County 17. Rantoul 18. Village of Hoffman Estates/Huntington 90 For more information on Illinois’ enterprise zone program, and for more resources about doing business in Illinois, visit www.illinois. gov/dceo.

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Meeting minutes Ohio High School Board OHIO — The Ohio High School Board met in regular session on Monday, Jan. 25, with the following action taken or discussed: • Approved the agenda as presented; the minutes of the Dec. 14, regular board meeting as presented; the December treasurer’s and student activity reports, and bills and payroll.

• Superintendent Sharon Sweger was approached by a community member about a possible donation for a targeted program of Air Rifle Marksmanship for youth.

This community member would be willing to make a donation to start a club, and an organization he belongs to would provide a matching donation. Sweger has been researching and provided a handout for discussion.

There are other schools that sponsor marksmanship clubs or programs. It is also an Olympic sport. Ohio High School would be the first in the area to start up this type of program. The donor mentioned once the school got off the ground, they may be interested in starting other programs in the area. Ohio could be the “showcase or model” school for the area.

• This year after talking to the junior class sponsors, they do not feel a charter bus is needed for prom. The board has always provided transportation for prom which is a safety net for students, parents and the school.

This year students are going to Amboy and back to the school. It was thought the school could hire a bus driver and take one of its buses and pay for the expenses. The board could make a donation to the class and let them use it toward other things they need for prom. The board felt for this year this was a good idea and agreed to give the junior class a donation of $500 and pay for the bus driver and other expenses. This will not set precedence for future classes. The board also suggested looking into a limo for the short trip.

In the superintendent’s report, Sharon Sweger reported: • The high school currently has 39 students.

• There have been two new FOIA requests this month including one request wanting to know if the school had a gifted program and the second wanting information about the district’s Risk Management Insurance Pooling and how much was spent. Both of these FOIA requests have been responded to.

• Sweger said when E & H Construction comes back to work on the north sills in the spring, the school is going to replace the northwest section sue to deterioration. This was not originally scheduled.

• The new 21st Century Coordinator is Adam Weidner.

He is proposing new programs to replace the ones that have run their course.

• The subject of using the auditorium for graduation has been discussed in the past, but it never seemed feasible because of class size. This year, the eighth grade and seniors are both small classes, therefore the auditorium would work nice for graduation.

In the principal’s report, Jason Wilt reported: • Girls’ and boys’ basketball seasons are well underway. The teams have been working hard and making progress. Homecoming was the 23rd with a great turnout.

Homecoming King from 1946 Dick Myers was in attendance. The dance was immediately following the games.

Both girls’ and boys’ regionals will be coming up soon.

• Honor Roll Breakfast, sponsored by the PTO, was held Friday, Jan. 15, at 7:30 a.m. There are 21 students on the honor roll; 12 of these students are high honor roll; Five of these students have a 4.0 grade point average. These numbers have gone up since the first two quarters.

• A teachers’ institute day was held on Jan. 4. Presenters from the ROE came in and went through science

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standards since the school will be tested on science for the next two years. While some of the teachers were in the science standards in-service, others were working on Chromebooks and Google Apps. Chromebooks were to be rolled out to students on Feb. 1. Teachers will have sets of Chromebooks in their rooms. The Chromebooks will not be going home with the students.

Following closed session, the board: • Approved to continue to retain various closed session minutes.

• Approved to release the closed session minutes from the Dec. 14, 2015, board meeting.

• Approved to offer the position of high school track coach to Adam Weidner.

The board will meet next at 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 22, in the downstairs computer lab.

Ohio Grade School Board

OHIO — The Ohio Grade School Board met in regular session on Tuesday, Jan. 19, with the following action taken or discussed: • Approved the agenda as presented; the minutes of the Dec. 15 regular board meeting as presented; the December treasurer’s and student activity reports, and bills and payroll.

In the superintendent’s report, Sharon Sweger reported: • The grade school currently has 60 students.

• There have been two new Freedom Of Information Act requests this month, including one request wanting to know if the school had a gifted program and the second wanting information about the district’s Risk Management Insurance Pooling and how much was spent. Both of these FOIA requests have been responded to.

• The district received its revenue report from the state for special education reimbursement from Fiscal Year 2015, which is received in FY ‘16. For personnel, the district received $42,829, and for orphanage, the district received $30,074.

• Sweger said when E & H Construction comes back to work on the north sills in the spring, the school is going to replace the northwest section sue to deterioration. This was not originally scheduled.

• The new 21st Century Coordinator is Adam Weidner.

He is proposing new programs to replace the ones that have run their course.

In the principal’s report, Jason Wilt reported: • The grade school girls’ basketball season is underway. The teams have been working hard and making progress. Robb Kleist has been working with low numbers. They have changed the format of the games due to low numbers of girls. The eighth-grade game is played first. Immediately following, they have a shortened seventh-grade game.

• Honor roll breakfast, sponsored by the PTO, was held Friday, Jan. 15, at 7:30 a.m. There are 13 students on the honor roll. Eight of those students are high honor roll.

Four of those students have a 4.0 grade point average.

These numbers have gone up since the first two quarters.

• A teachers’ institute day was held on Jan. 4. Presenters from the ROE came in and went through science standards since the school will be tested on science for the next two years. While some of the teachers were in the science standards in-service, others were working on Chromebooks and Google Apps. Chromebooks were rolled out to students on Feb. 1. Teachers will have sets of Chromebooks in their rooms. The Chromebooks will not be going home with the students.

Following closed session, the board: • Approved to continue to retain various closed session minutes.

The board will meet next at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 16, in the downstairs computer lab.

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Valentine’s Day 2016: Feb. 14 Expressing one’s love to another is a celebrated custom on Valentine’s Day. Sweethearts and family members present gifts to one another, such as cards, candy, flowers and other symbols of affection.

Opinions differ as to who was the original Valentine, but the most popular theory is that he was a clergyman who was executed for secretly marrying couples in ancient Rome.

In A.D. 496, Pope Gelasius I declared Feb. 14 as Valentine Day. Esther Howland, a native of Massachusetts, is given credit for selling the first mass-produced Valentine cards in the 1840s.

The spirit continues today with even young children exchanging Valentine’s cards with their fellow classmates.

Candy

1,185: Number of U.S. manufacturing establishments that produced chocolate and cocoa products in 2013, employing 38,717 people.

California led the nation with 129 of these establishments, followed by Pennsylvania, with 114.

448: Number of U.S. establishments that manufactured non-chocolate confectionery products in 2013.

These establishments employed 19,308 people.

California led the nation in this category with 45 establishments. $14.9 billion: The estimated value of chocolate and cocoa product shipments for manufacturing establishments that produced these products in 2014.

Non-chocolate confectionery product manufacturing, meanwhile, had an estimated $9.3 billion in value of product shipments in 2014.

3,368: Number of confectionery and nut stores in the United States in 2013.

Flowers

14,161: The number of florists’ establishments nationwide in 2013. These businesses employed 62,222 people. $272,180,347: The value of imports for cut flowers and buds for bouquets in 2014 through October. The total value of fresh cut roses as of October 2014 was $381,757,889.

Jewelry

23,096: The number of jewelry stores in the United States in 2013.

Jewelry stores offer engagement, wedding and other rings to couples of all ages.

In February 2013, these stores sold an estimated $2.5 billion in merchandise.

The merchandise at these locations could well have been produced at one of the nation’s 2,134 jewelry and silverware manufacturing establishments.

‘Please Be Mine’ 29.5 and 27.6 years: Median age at first marriage in 2014 for men and women, respectively.

47.7 percent: The overall percentage of people 15 and older who reported being married, except those separated.

35.1: The provisional rate of marriages per 1,000 people performed in Nevada during 2012. So many couples tie the knot in the Silver State that it ranked No. 1 nationally in marriage rates. Hawaii ranked second with a marriage rate of 17.5.

2.1 million: The provisional number of marriages that took place in the United States in 2012. That breaks down to about 5,800 a day.

Giving love a second chance

19.2 percent: Among people 15 and older who have been married, the percentage of men and women who have been married twice as of 2014.

Five percent have married three or more times. By comparison, 75.5 percent of people who have ever been married have made only one trip down the aisle.

Looking for love

399: The number of dating service establishments nationwide as of 2012. These establishments, which include Internet dating services, employed 2,348 people.

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Romantic-sounding places to spend Valentine’s Day: Rose City, Texas Rose City, Mich.

Loveland, Ohio0 Loveland, Colo.

Sacred Heart, Minn.

Love County, Okla.

Romeo, Colo.

Valentine, Neb. Loveland, Okla.

Lovejoy, Ga. Lovelock, Nev. Lovelady, Texas Loves Park, Ill. Loving, N.M. Loving County, Texas Lovington, Ill. Lovington, N.M. Valentine, Texas Romeoville, Ill. Rosemont, Md. Rose Hill Acres, Texas Rosemont, Ill. Love Valley, N.C. Romeo, Mich.

South Heart, N.D. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.

North Carolina man charged with drug felony On Thursday, Feb. 4, TRIDENT Drug Task Force agents conducted a traffic stop on Interstate 80 near Mile Post 66 in Bureau County on a vehicle driven by Daniel Guy Fisher, 37, of Asheville, N.C., for a speeding violation.

During the stop, the TRIDENT K9 conducted a free air sniff of the vehicle and indicated to the presence of narcotic odors. Agents conducted a search of the vehicle and located 20 packages (approximately 20

pounds) containing purported cannabis.

Fisher was charged with unlawful possession of cannabis with intent (more than 2,000 but less than 5,000 grams), a Class 1 felony. Fisher is being held at the Bureau County Jail awaiting a felony bond hearing.

TRIDENT consists of LaSalle, Streator, Princeton, Oglesby and Mendota Police Departments along with LaSalle, Bureau and Putnam County Sheriff’s Offices.

Kindergarten pre-registration planned in Ladd LADD — Ladd Community Consolidated School has set kindergarten pre-registration day for 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 10.

Parents of children who will be 5 years of age on or before Sept. 1 and not currently in the Ladd preschool class, are asked to come to the school office to pre-register their children. It is not necessary for children to come this day.

To pre-register, parents must bring proof of residency in the Ladd school district and a certified copy of the child’s birth certificate. Proof of residency can be established by submitting mortgage or lease papers and two of the fol-

lowing items: a driver’s license, vehicle registration, voter registration, a utility bill or an insurance premium receipt. A certified birth certificate can be obtained from the county clerk of the county in which the child was born. A hospital certificate is not acceptable.

Parents will be asked to complete an information sheet and receive a packet of information and health exam forms. Each child must have a health exam, including a lead screening, a dental exam and an eye exam completed by the first day of school. Parents are

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Obituaries Rita Ray DIXON — Rita L. Ray, 71, of Dixon died Saturday, Feb. 6, 2016, at KSB Hospital in Dixon.

She was born July 30, 1944, in Mendota, the daughter of Arthur D. and Dorothy (Lipps) Burkardt.

She was a licensed beautician in the Sublette and Dixon areas, and had also worked as a caretaker. The job she was most proud of was being a mother and grandmother.

Rita Ray She was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church in Dixon, the Catholic Women’s Club and the Catholic Order of Foresters. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend.

Survivors include her children, Danelle Ray-Earlywine of Kerrville, Texas, Sondra (Rod) Benavidez of Princeton and Kristi (Al) Wescott of Corpus Christi, Texas; 10 grandchildren, Christopher, Alyssa, Alayna, Jessica, Steven, Carlos, Cayden, Brandon (Jasmine), Kailee and Erica; five great-grandchildren, Justice, Jonah, Jayden, Brandon Jr. and Jazlynn; four brothers, Bill (Beverly) Burkardt of Polo, Roger (Pat) Burkardt of Vista, Calif., Ed (Judi) Burkardt of Mendota and Tom (Mary Lou) Burkardt of Dixon; three sisters, Eileen Johannes of Dixon, and Jane (Joe) Harris and Marilyn (Rod) Carls, both of Peoria; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; seven sisters, Mary Burkardt, Therese Burkardt, Ruth Van Unnik, Eunice Goy, Carol Twardowski, Irene Moncelle and Sharon Krutsinger; and six brothers, Gilbert, Bob, Don, Dan, John and Charles Burkardt.

Funeral services will be Thursday, Feb. 11, beginning with a 9:30 a.m. prayer service in the Jones Funeral Home in Dixon followed by a 10 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Dixon with the Rev. Bernard Sehr, pastor, officiating. Burial will follow in St. Mary Cemetery in Sublette.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 10, in the funeral home with the rosary recited at 7 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established to St. Patrick’s Church and the American Heart Association.

Condolences may be sent online at www.thejonesfh. com.

Sandra Larson PRINCETON — Sandra Kay Larson, 72, of Princeton passed away Friday, Feb. 5, 2016, at her home.

She was born on April 18, 1943, in Moline to Lester and Delight (Reed) Gloden. She married John Larson on March 3, 1963, in Princeton.

Sandra graduated from Princeton High School in 1961.

She worked as a CNA for many years before retiring.

She is survived by her husband, John Larson; one daughter, Kim Larson; a daughter-in-law, Bonni Buccini; two granddaughters, Kaitlin and Mia; one sister; and a niece and nephew.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Tom Larson; and two infant daughters.

Funeral services will be at noon Friday, Feb 12, at the Norberg Memorial Home in Princeton. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery in Princeton.

The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. to noon Friday, Feb 12, at the funeral home.

Memorials may be directed to the family.

Online condolences may be left at www.norbergfh. com.

Obituary deadlines

Deadlines for obituaries are 2 p.m. Monday for Tuesday’s paper, 2 p.m. Wednesday for Thursday’s paper and 2 p.m. Friday for Saturday’s paper.

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Republican

Serving Bureau County Since 1847

Sam R Fisher

Terri Simon

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Editor

From the editor’s desk So ... was it a good Super Bowl for you ... or a not-sogood one? Whether your team won or lost, I hope you had a good time watching the game, eating those great Super Bowl snacks and enjoying the camaraderie of family and friends.

By the way ... what Terri did you think of those always-talked-about Simon Super Bowl comCOMMENTARY mercials? I did a bit of research on Super Bowl advertisements, and it appears a 30-second ad cost those advertisers ... are you ready for this ... $5 million. What the heck! And that’s just for the air time — not the actual cost of creating the 30-second ad, like production costs, paying the actors, etc.

While the idea of spending $5 million-plus on a single ad that someone could miss while they filled up their snack plate or emptied their bladder, Rob Siltanen, founder and chief creative officer of Siltanen & Partners, a Los Angeles-based advertising agency. told Forbes magazine it’s actually a good deal, Since the Super Bowl is the most watched event in America every year with more than 108 million viewers. He also said it’s been proven 50 percent of those watching the Super Bowl tune in just to watch the commercials.

Either way, it’s a ton of money for a 30-second spot.

On the other hand, I have to wonder what all the presidential hopefuls are paying TV stations to tout their messages. It probably makes those Super Bowl ads look pretty cheap.

••• So what do you have planned for Valentine’s Day? Just a reminder, the annual day filled with love and heartfelt sentiments is this Sunday, Feb. 14. I love Valentine’s Day. I just wish we could deliver those same messages of love and kindness every day, rather than just one day a year.

Flowers, candy, greeting cards, going out to eat, jewelry ... and more. Whatever you decide to give your sweetheart, your family and friends, those you love, please try to make your purchases locally. When you shop in your hometown and/or in the county, it’s a win/win situation for everyone.

And besides, our area merchants have some great gifts; I’m sure you’ll find exactly what you’re looking for to give your special Valentine.

Remember the Valentine’s Day parties at school when you were a child? I’m not sure if they still deliver Valentines to their classmates, but we used to spend a good share of time creating a Valentine’s Day “mailbox,” so our classmates could tuck a special little card in those boxes. It was big fun.

When the party finally started, we would get to open all our Valentines, and the room mothers (do they still call them that?) would furnish plenty of red-colored punch and cookies or cupcakes with plenty of Valentine’s Day decorations on them. That’s a fun memory.

••• Customer Service Kudos: Do you know an individual or business who delivers great customer service? If so, send your information to me, and I’ll be happy to print it in this column. Following are a couple of the most recent Kudos I’ve received: • Jeri said, “Kudos to the people at the Apollo Theater (in Princeton). They offer great entertainment (and popcorn too) at a fair price compared to other theaters in the area. On top of that, the people who work there are always nice. The last time I went, I saw them carry a drink and popcorn into the theater to help an elderly lady.”

• Mary Jo said, “Customer service at Dollar General (in Spring Valley) is exceptional. I try to shop there whenever I can.”

••• Does your group have an upcoming event that is open to the public? We’ll be happy to help you spread the word. Just email us your information, along with a phone number, where we can contact you if we have questions. We’ll be happy to let other readers know about your special event.

••• Have you noticed how it’s staying light later each evening?

I love it. That also means warmer weather is on the way, however, we can’t really complain about this past winter so far. Hope you have a great week, and remember ... you are important to me and the BCR. BCR Editor Terri Simon can be reached at tsimon@ bcrnews.com.

On the street

Do you think Valentine’s Day is as important now as in the past? Why?

“No, Valentine’s Day is not as important because it’s overly commercialized.”

Charmaine Hansen, Princeton

“Valentine’s Day is not what it used to be. The romance just isn’t there, and it’s become a ‘card’ day.”

Brian Bader, Princeton

“I think Valentine’s Day has become very commercialized.

I believe you should treat your significant other as if it’s Valentine’s Day every day.”

Matt Cochran, Princeton

“Valentine’s Day has changed over the years, but it is what you make of it.”

Shannon Merkel, Princeton

“Valentine’s Day is not the same because it has become too commercialized. People look for more of the material things rather than the meaning of love.”

Ashley Mecum, Princeton

TO Letter THE Editor

The Prodigal Son To the Editor, We have all heard of the story of the Prodigal Son. However, what is really said in Luke 15, is that he is telling us about the dilemma of the crosses we carry and how to solve them by confession.

The Prodigal Son “had a cross” he used his father’s inheritance on sinful passions, and leaving for a far country squandered his inheritance on riotous living. When he spent everything he owned, a famine arose and he needed a job. So he got a job feeding pigs and was given food that the pigs ate.

He finally realized that his Father treated his servants better than the living conditions he was under at that time, so he “took up his cross” and getting up, went back home.

Nothing speaks of sacrifice like the cross 1. He had to sacrifice “to admit” to himself the shame (guilt) he caused himself and his family and others. (Something very difficult to do, even to a priest in the confessional) From being a crude, stupid, foolish, small-minded individual

The principles upon which our nation was built To the Editor, Revisionists have been slowly but persistently and successfully rewriting history. Thomas Jefferson’s sentence from a letter that contained the phrase “separation of church and state” (a sentence found no where in our Constitution) has been twisted to mean the exact opposite of its original intent. Thus, we now have what many are coming to believe as “The Wall of Separation of Church and State.”

Please allow me to paraphrase the last few verses of “The Sermon on the Mount” as it could be applied to our nation’s foundation and where we are today.

Matthew 7:24-29. “Therefore, every nation that hears these words of mine and puts them into practice I would liken onto a wise man who built his house with its many walls upon a solid foundation. Walls of

whose only concern was himself. 2.

He then had to confess he sinned against God and those he loved. And 3. He had to ask forgiveness from God and those he had harmed and to reconcile himself to the people he may have hurt.

Getting up “is a fact,” Leaving the pigs “is a fact.” It is facts that count — plain facts. He is quoted as saying, “I will rise up and go to my Father and will say to him. “Father I have sinned against Heaven and you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son.”

And the fact was he now was “carrying his cross” by doing what he is as saying. His shame (guilt) made him take steps to right his wrong, make amends and experience the healing power that comes from his effort. People have to see his repentance.

Repentance has to be more than words; he has to show his love by his actions. It has been said, “Repentant tears wash away the stain of guilt.”

Remember, Jesus said, you must pick up your cross and follow me.

What the Prodigal Son did was to show us what each and everyone of

us should and must do (before we receive the sacred body of Christ in the Eucharist) — confess our sins and ask for forgiveness; pray for penance from the Lord and then from those we have harmed. And even to make restitution and/or reimbursement for any wrong that was done.

You should not be able to steal one millions dollars from your parents and then just tell them you are sorry. Saying you’re sorry is not enough; you have to pay the money back. Politicians take money illegally and then apologize. They also have to reimburse the money illegally taken. We, unfortunately, impugn people and then apologize; we have to do more than apologize; an apology is just words. We must do more than words because we must not bear false witness against our neighbors. We must do everything necessary to erase these false attacks.

The Prodigal Son episode shows that we have to confess our sins, do penance and amend our lives forever when we have a cross.

Carlo Olivero Dalzell

Prayer, Truth, Morality, Integrity, Justice, Generosity, Kindness, Godly laws, Courage, Godly schools, the wall of the sanctity of life, the wall of the sacredness of marriage, the wall of financial sensibility, and its many other walls that were built on the principles of the Holy Word of God. A man who willingly opened his doors to welcome others to enter his house and share in the blessings that came as a result of applying God’s principles. A man who was wise and discerning enough that he protected and maintained the walls because he knew that there would be those who would want to tear his walls down because they hated the principles on which the walls had been built.

So it remained standing against the onslaught of the storms.

“But a nation who chooses to turn a deaf ear to my words and not put them into practice is like a nation that built its principles on a foundation of shifting sand. As a result, the house began to get moldy and the framework started to rot and the whole structure began to sag and

deteriorate until it collapsed because of the foolishness and indifference of its builders.”

Proverbs 14:34 says, “Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a disgrace to any people.”

Our nation was built on the solid foundation of God’s Word. My plea to professing Christians is that they would read the Old Testament book of Nehemiah and Jesus’ teaching on the “Sermon on the Mount.” That they would Google Abraham Lincoln’s “Thanksgiving Proclamation” and www.wallbuilders.com. That they would educate themselves about our nation’s great Christian heritage.

Let us not be like Humpty Dumpty and sit passively and carelessly on a wall (fence) least we also have a great fall. Jesus said, “You are the salt of the earth.” So let us take heed to Jesus’ teaching and be courageous and active and give God our best so that we leave behind a legacy for our children and grandchildren. If we do our best, God will do the rest.

Ted Roberts Princeton

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Art show — The Illinois Art Education Association Student Traveling Art Show is now on display in the BVHS commons. See Page 9.

Students recognized — Area students have been recognized for their achievements. See who they are on Pages 8 and 9.

Community Notes Valentine’s party in Ohio OHIO — The Ohio Public Library will host a Valentine’s party at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 13, at the library.

Participants will make crafts and have treats afterwards.

Important dates for LFL program PRINCETON — The Princeton Public Library would like to call attention to some important dates for those interested in the Little Free Library program. March 15 is the deadline for people creating a Little Free Library to turn it in to the Princeton Public Library. All LFLs will be put on display throughout the library during April 1-15, and a reception will take place on Friday, April 8.

Little Free Libraries donated to the library will be auctioned off during the reception. For more information, call 815-875-1331.

Ash Wednesday services

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Cub Scout Pack 4151 of Princeton held its annual Pinewood Derby. Pictured (front row, from left) are Phillip Whited, Von Cork, Jackson Drozda, Ian Morris, Wyatt Hanson, Connor Maltas, Grady Cox, Kyran Sandullo, Wyatt Eichelberger and Jasen Clark; and (back row) Leaders Dave Maynard and Mark Fulkerson.

Pack 4151 Pinewood Derby winners announced PRINCETON — Cub Scout Pack 4151 of Princeton held its annual Pinewood Derby on Sunday, Jan. 17, at St. Louis School in Princeton.

The annual event saw the participation of 24 scouts and many spectators cheering on each derby car.

Trophies were awarded to the top three winners in each rank and the top three over all.

Each scout that participated received the 2016 Pinewood Derby patch.

Tiger den winners included: Jackson Drozda, first; Phillip Whited, second; and Tyler VandeVenter (third.

Wolf den winners included: Grady Cox, first; Wyatt Hanson, second; and Von Cork, third.

Bear den winners included: Ian

Morris, first; Kyran Sandullo, second; and Wyatt Eichelberger, third.

Webelos/Arrow of Light den winners included: Conner Maltas, first; Jasen Clark, second; and Ethan Janssen, third.

Scouts who raced for Grand Champion All Dens were Conner Maltas, first; Ian Morris, second; and Grady Cox, third.

Princeton Elementary kindergarten registration PRINCETON — Princeton Elementary will have kindergarten registration for those children who will be 5 years old on or before Sept. 1 on Tuesday, Feb. 16, from 7:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and 4 to 6 p.m. at the Princeton Elementary District Office.

A certified copy of the child’s birth certificate (the copy issued by the county only) and proof of residents, such as a utility bill, tax form, etc., are needed to register.

The book rental/technology fees ($40 for books and $50 for technology)

may be paid at this time, but payment is not required to register a child.

Prior to the first day of kindergarten, each child will need a complete physical, dental and vision form; forms will be distributed at the time of registration.

By the Book PRINCETON — Thursday, Feb. 11, 4 p.m., Friends of the Library Book Club will meet to discuss “All the Light We Cannot See” by Anthony Doerr.

Monday, Feb. 15, the library will be closed for President’s Day. Tuesday, Feb. 16, 10:30 a.m., youth services story time and craft.

The theme will be Valentine’s and tortoises.

Tuesday, Feb. 16, 6:30 p.m., Little Free Libraries steward meeting.

Stewards should bring in bundles of books. All others welcome to come to learn more.

Wednesday, Feb. 17, 3:45 p.m.,

junior high book club discussion.

Wednesday, Feb. 17, 7 p.m., Princeton public Library Board of Trustees meeting.

Thursday, Feb. 18, 6:30 p.m., the library will show a documentary and hold a discussion afterward. The documentary will be “Three Faiths, One God: Judaism, Christianity, Islam.”

TISKILWA — Every Thursday at 9:30 a.m., the library will host a senior fitness class. Participants will focus on balance, endurance, muscular strength, mental clarity and socialization.

Every Thursday at 5:30 p.m., the library will have yoga class, where

participants will enjoy camaraderie with others and be challenged mentally and physically.

OHIO — Saturday, Feb. 13, 10 a.m., the library will host a Valentine’s Day party. Patrons will make crafts and have treats afterward.

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

The library has computers for patron usage, as well as copier, scanning and fax services. Call 815-659-3283 for information. (The fax number is the same as the phone number).

MANLIUS — Trinity Lutheran Church, 202 S. Fourth St. in Manlius, will have an Ash Wednesday service at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 10. Lenten services will be at 7 p.m. Wednesdays, Feb. 17 through March 16. A soup supper will be served prior to each service at 5:30 p.m.

Valentine’s dinner in Seatonville SEATONVILLE — The Seatonville Congregational Church (Independent), located on Route 6, will host a free Valentine’s Day dinner to all folks and families in the surrounding communities on Sunday, Feb. 14.

The dinner will be from 5 to 6 p.m. and a variety of pasta dishes, lasagna, salads, garlic bread, beverages and desserts will be served. Reservations are required.

Some spots are still available. Reservations, which are needed by Friday, Feb. 12, may be made by calling the church office at 815-894-2697.

Foreign Language Fair MANLIUS — Bureau Valley will host its annual Foreign Language Fair on Thursday, March 3, in the commons area of the high school. Mexican and German food buffets will be served from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Meals will feature tacos and bratwurst, with all the fixings, and start at $4. Carry-outs will be available.

Designed to be a “family-friendly” event, fair-goers can enjoy free ethnic crafts, music and dance. Entertainment will begin at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call the high school at 815-445-4004.

Vendor fair PRINCETON — The Relay For Life of Bureau County Event Leadership Team and teams Diva, Anytime Warriors and the Bee Team will co-host a vendor fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 27, at the Bureau County Metro Center in Princeton. There will be approximately 28 vendors including a craft and bake sale by Diva, Anytime Warriors and the Bee Team. The Event Leadership Team will be on hand to sell luminaria and ACS Can memberships, answer questions about Relay For Life and the American Cancer Society’s services, and help teams and survivors sign up to participate in the Relay. Booths are available for $25.

Admission to the event is free.

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Education Briefs Ashford University fall dean’s list SAN DIEGO, Calif. — Ashford University has released its fall 2015 dean’s list for the university’s online programs and the on-campus traditional programs.

Undergraduate students in the online programs are recognized if they completed 12 or more credits, have a cumulative grade point average of 3.50 or above, began and completed at least one course since the time the previous dean’s list was determined (Aug. 3, 2015), and are currently enrolled, attending or on an approved academic leave, and in good academic standing as of Dec. 14, 2015.

The students in the on-campus traditional programs are recognized if they completed six or more credits and received a grade point average of 3.5 or above during the semester ending on Dec. 11, 2015.

Names denoted with an asterisk are campus students.

Area students included on the list were: Manlius — Tyler Debrock*; Neponset — Jennifer Spears; Princeton — Alizabeth Fiorini* and Jacob Jecklin; Walnut — Colton Peterson*; and Wyanet — April Scoles.

Monmouth College dean’s list MONMOUTH — Monmouth College has released is dean’s list for the fall 2015-16 semester. Students named to the dean’s list achieved at least a grade point average of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale while taking at least three full credits.

Area students included on the list were: Annawan — Michael Smith, a senior physical education major, the son of Amy Rieder of Annawan; DePue — Shawna Mitchell, a senior biopsychology major, the daughter of Paul and Joann Mitchell of DePue; Neponset — Gabrielle Kubiak, a senior exercise science major, the daughter of Nicole Kubiak of Neponset; Princeton — Nathan Mesick, a senior biochemistry major, the son of Richard Mesick and Sherrilynn Mesick, both of Princeton; and Emily Olson, a senior sociology and anthropology major, the daughter of Greg and Susan Olson of Princeton; Sheffield — Bailey Roberts, a senior art major, the daughter of Thomas and Nancy Roberts of Sheffield.

BVHS Renaissance Program honors January students and staff of the month MANLIUS — On Jan. 26, the Bureau Valley High School Renaissance Program held a breakfast to honor the Students of the Month and the Staff Member of the Month.

Each month teachers get to nominate students and one student is selected from each department.

The nomination form for each student is sent home with a letter inviting the student’s parents or guardians to the breakfast.

One staff member is also selected for Staff of the Month, chosen from nominations written by students. The staff member and nominating student are also invited to the breakfast.

At the breakfast each

student/staff was honored by having their nomina-

tion read, being presented with a certificate and were

rewarded with a gift certificate to Apollo Theater.

OmniArts accepting grant applications OmniArts in Starved Rock Country, an organization dedicated to supporting local artists and art organizations, is accepting applications for OmniArts Award Grants 2016.

OmniArts will award Special Purpose Grants to full-time, nonprofit music, art and theatre organizations.

Program grants will be awarded to schools, libraries and community groups. The grant application instructions and forms will be sent directly to any interested organization by contacting OmniArts by email at billj@ omniarts.org. The deadline for grant

Perry Memorial Hospital & Illinois Valley Community Hospital Present:

Wear Red For Women’s Heart Health

Style Show Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016 1:00 PM Bureau County Metro Center Princeton, IL Put your red on & join us for an afternoon of heart-health education, a style show, & light refreshments!

FREE EVENT - DOOR PRIZES Speaker: Karen Nenne, Family Nurse Practitioner Seating is limited.

Reservation deadline is Monday, Feb. 22, 2016.

To register please call

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Bureau Valley High School students Lexi Ryan, Leeandra Sights, Maggie McReynolds and Elijah Lind; and (back row): Renaissance Program sponsor Robert Glaser, staff member Donna Mirtoski, Savannah Wall, Nicole Wirth, Josie Lind and Kelsey Dawson. Absent from the photo were students Dalton Moreland, Susan Aper, Christina Blandford and Tom Brummel.

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applications will be March 30. Grants will be awarded on April 13.

OmniArts has supported the arts in Starved Rock Country by providing funding to artists, cultural groups, art organizations, community theatres, schools and libraries. Most recently, these grants have helped more than 1,400 artists and 700 volunteers with a collective audience of more than 22,000 in the Starved Rock Country region. Last year more than $16,600 was awarded.

“We are able to provide grants to these organizations because of the

generosity of people and corporations who donate to our annual fund campaign,” said executive director Bill Jankowski. “Money we receive from the annual fund donations is given back to the ones who need it most … the arts, music, dance, theatre … this will provide artists and art organizations the support they need to be successful.”

“The more people and businesses donate the more we can provide. No other local art organization provides the financial support we provide to keep the arts alive in our communities,” Jankowski added.

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Traveling art show at BVHS Bureau Valley High School art students Madison Jackson and Garrett Scott (above) finish putting the final touches on the Illinois Art Education Association Student Traveling Art Show in the BVHS Commons. The show is now on display at BVHS and will continue through the end of the month. Each year IAEA members may submit works of art from grades K-12 for possible entrance into the annual Student Show. This year more than 650 works of art were submitted and only 40 were selected. A variety of media are used in the artworks: pencil, charcoal, acrylic and watercolor painting, photography, colored pencils, pastels and paper. This year, BVHS Art 4 student Breonna Balensiefen’s (pictured right) acrylic self-portrait was chosen for the show and is on display. Sheila L. Heth is the art instructor at BVHS.

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Spelling bee held in Bradford Bradford CUSD 1 held its annual schoolwide spelling bee on Jan. 28. The participants were the top finalists from the fourth- through eighth-grade classroom spelling bees.

The top four finalists will now move on to the county spelling bee held in Kewanee in February. The finalists are: Madison McDermott, champion; Meranda Schaffer, second place; Arianna Ferman, third place; and Mckenzie Coleman, fourth place.

Education Briefs must complete 12 or more letter-graded Kent receives degree credits while attaining a 3.66 grade point

PEORIA — LeeAnn Kent of Walnut received a Bachelor of Science from Bradley University in Peoria during commencement ceremonies on Dec. 19. She graduated cum laude, achieving a 3.4 or better grade point average on a 4.0 scale.

Knobloch on dean’s list MINNEAPOLIS/ST. PAUL, Minn. — Leah Knobloch of Bradford has been named to the 2015 fall semester dean’s list at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities.

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Schlesinger on dean’s list WAVERLY, Iowa — Kimberly Schlesinger of Princeton was one of 489 students named to the fall term dean’s list at Wartburg College in Waverly, Iowa.

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Tuesday, February 9, 2016 • 11 Comets streak — The Sterling Newman Comets rallied in the second half to top Princeton 53-46 Friday. See page 13.

Homecoming party for PHS Nine Tigers wrestle their way home

By Kevin Hieronymus khieronymus@bcrnews.com

SENECA — Nine Princeton Tiger wrestlers are coming home for sectional.

Four St. Bede Bruins will join them.

Princeton advanced the largest contingent of wrestlers to sectional in the eight-year-tenure of Tiger coach Steve Amy, including regional champs Tyler Wood (113), Austin Wetsel (145) and Chaz Williams (220).

They will be joined by runner-ups Luke Marselle (120), Elias San Juan (126), Peyton Hammerich (152) and Chase Tatum (195), and third-place finishers Shaylynn Hartmann (105) and Dominic Biggs (170).

Princeton fell short in a

heated team race, taking second behind Rock Falls 172-158 “We had a great day.

They came to compete, and it showed. I was really proud of the way we wrestled,” Amy said. “With being in the team race, it really made the day exciting for us and our fans. It was back and forth all day, but with us not having a 182 and 285, it made the difference.

“Getting to come home is huge for us. We have wrestled well at home all year, and I feel it could really give us an advantage.

I know it’s something that we have been looking forward to all season.”

St. Bede also had a pair

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Princeton’s Tyler Wood gets on top of Seneca’s Jackson Beene in their regional title match at 113 Saturday.

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St. Bede freshmen Charley Korey throws Tony Aughenbaugh of Mendota in their regional championship bout at 105 pounds at Seneca Saturday. Korey won by pinfall to take the crown.

Basketball roundup

Boys basketball: Princeton 64, Bureau Valley 42

Tigers pitch a complete game

By Kevin Hieronymus khieronymus@bcrnews.com

MANLIUS — In baseball terms, Princeton coach Michael Fredericks said the Tigers pitched a complete game in Saturday night’s Three Rivers basketball match-up at the Storm Cellar.

The Tigers led from start to finish, and were never in doubt, on the way to a 64-42 over the rival and host Bureau Valley Storm, leading as much as 32 points in the third quarter.

“I thought we all put together a complete game. I haven’t said that for awhile. it feels great knowing we controlled the game from start to finish,” Fredericks said. “Seems like some nights we put together one quarter, two quarters, but we struggle to get all of them. Tonight we did that.”

The Bureau County rivals are heading in opposite directions this year

after a regional showdown which saw the Storm win by 20 points in their last meeting. The Tigers (15-9, 9-4) are building toward another title game appearance, while the Storm (4-2) are building for the future with a starting lineup Saturday featuring two freshmen and two sophomores.

BV coach Jason Marquis said he’s never thought about it in terms of rebuilding.

“Youth isn’t an excuse, right? Not being strong enough with the ball is what it is.” he said. “I’m sure kids get stronger as they get older. You play in life with the cards you’re dealt.

You play basketball with the kids your team’s got.

“I think Princeton executed well. I thought we were very passive, waiting for something to happen rather than going and getting it tonight.”

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Pullam does it again

By Kevin Hieronymus khieronymus@bcrnews.com

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Princeton senior Jake Reinhardt twists his way through the Storm’s Hunter Sebby (24) and Corbin Endress (5) for a layup Saturday at the Storm Cellar in Manlius. The Tigers won 64-42.

Senior Drew Pullam hit a game-winning 3-pointer for the second game in a row, lifting the Hall Red Devils to a 65-62 win at Riverdale Friday, Feb. 5.

Pullam also hit a game-winning trey Tuesday, Feb. 2, to lift the Red Devils to a 63-61 win over Amboy.

Chris Ballerini led Hall (15-10) with 21 points.

Pullam finished Drew Pullam with 18 points.

St. Bede 51, Fulton 36: Senior center Andrew Pyszka led the Bruins on the road to victory in TRAC play Friday at Fulton.

The Bruins stretched a 29-19

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Wrestling Regionals At Seneca (1A) Team scores 1. Rock Falls 172, 2. Princeton 158, 3.

Seneca 140, 4. Newman 121, 5. St. Bede 79, 6. Amboy 62, 7. Ottawa Marquette 49, 8. Mendota 47, 9. AFC 30.

(Top three finishers advance to the Princeton Sectional on Feb. 12-13; Rock Falls advances to Newman Dual Team Sectional on Tuesday, Feb. 23) Championship bouts 106 – Charley Korey (St. Bede) pin Tony Aughenbaugh (Mendota) 3:29; 113 – Tyler Wood (Princeton) pin Jackson Beene (Seneca) 1:00; 120 – Brody Ivey (Newman) major dec. Luke Marselle (Princeton) 14-1; 126 – Tyler Draine (Seneca) dec. Elias San Juan (Princeton) 8-1; 132 – Hunter Webb (Newman) dec. Breu Knox (Rock Falls) 9-2; 138 – Cael Sanders (Newman) pin Kyle Sigmon (Seneca) 4:41; 145 – Austin Wetsel (Princeton) dec. Eli Monier (Newman) 8-4; 152 – Rollie Elder (Rock Falls) dec. Peyton Hammerich (Princeton) 6-3; 160 – Konner Smith (Rock Falls) dec. Damion Ullrich (Amboy) 7-2; 170 – Tyler Meyers (Rock Falls) pin Levi Clark (Seneca) 1:16; 182 – Niles Ager (Rock Falls) pin Keegan Jaros (Marquette) 1:27; 195 – Dallas Appleman (Amboy) pin Chase Tatum (Princeton) 2:15; 220 – Chaz Williams (Princeton) pin Hunter McAlpine (Seneca) :30; 285 – John Barnes (St. Bede) pin Sam Donahue (Marquette) :58.

Third-place bouts 106 – Shaylynn Hartmann (Princeton) pin Brayden Henry (Newman) 2:48; 113 – Hayden Montavon (Amboy) major dec.

Marcus Poci (Rock Falls) 15-5; 120 – Jordan Elnicki (St. Bede) pin Sam McGrath (Marquette) :18; 126 – Cade Bianchi (Newman) dec. Rio Salas (Rock Falls 4-2 OT; 132 – Austin Robinson (Mendota) dec. Sam Hahn (AFC) 7-2; 138 – Carter Funfsinn (St. Bede) dec. Logan Eppard 9-3; 145 – Brendyn Williams (AFC) pin Lonnie Gribbons (Rock Falls) 1:52; 152 – Mason Newman (Newman) pin Mason Dooley (Seneca) 4:52; 160 – Anthony Hasse (Seneca) pin Tim Richmond (Marquette) 3:17; 170 – Dominic Biggs (Princeton) pin Chris Morris (Amboy) 1:30; 182 – Anthony Sams (Seneca) pin Luke Schaver (Amboy) 2:44; 195 – Francisco Arellano (Rock Falls) pin Jon McConville (Mendota) :59; 220 – Brodie Benti (Rock Falls) pin Michael McCutcheon (St. Bede) 1:34; 285 – Riese Arduini (Rock Falls) dec.

Collin Wackerlin (Seneca) 8-6.

Other Princeton matches 106 – Hartmann lost to Aughenbaugh (Mendota) 8-0, pin Warren (RF) 2:37; 113 – Wood (P) pin Montavon (A) 0:35; 120 – Marselle dec, Elnicki (SB) 9-6; 126 – San Juan (P) major decision Bianchi (N) 9-1; 132 – Ebener (P) lost by 1:50 fall to Hahn (AFC), lost by 5:12 fall to Robinson (M); 138 – Conner Alter (P) lost by 5:45 fall to Funfsinn (SB), lost by 5:18 fall to Lahman (AFC); 145 – Wetsel (P) pin Gribbons (RF) 1:24; 152 – Hammerich (P) pin Newman (N) 1:50; 160 – Brody Spencer (P) lost by 4:27 fall to Richmond (Marquette), lost by 0:19 fall to Hasse (Sen); 170 – Biggs (P) pin Morris (A) 5:53, lost by 1:02 fall to Meyers (RF); 182 – None; 195 – Tatum (P) dec. Arellano (RF) 2-1, OT); 220 – Williams (P), pin Benti (RF) 1:09; 285 – None.

Other St. Bede matches 106 – Korey (SB) pin Henry (SN) 1:25; 113 – None; 120 – Elnicki (SB) pin Hey (RF) 0:35; 126 – None; 132 – None; 138 – Funfsinn (SB) lost by 2:53 fall to Sanders (SN), major dec Martinez (RF) 11-2; 145 – None; 152 – Evan Sartain lost by 0:54 fall to Dooley (Sen),lost by 2:25 fall to Newman (SN); 160 – Daryl Senica (SB) lost by 1:26 falls to Hasse (Sen), lost by 1:58 fall to Richmond (OM); 170 – Cameron Barto (SB) lost by 0:30 fall to Clark (Sen), lost 12-7 to Morris (A); 182 – None; 195 – None; 220 – McCutcheon (SB) def. Kowalwsk (OM) by DQ; 285 – Barnes (SB) pin Wackerlin (Sen) 0:48.

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Princeton junior Austin Wetsel works his way to a regional championship victory over Newman’s Eli Monier Saturday at 145 pounds at Seneca.

BCR photo/Kevin Hieronymus

Princeton freshman Shaylnn Hartmann works for a pin against Newman’s Brayden Henry in the third-place match at 105 Saturday at Seneca.

Hall/PC’s Rivera places fourth in 2A NEW LENOX — Hall/Putnam County freshman Ellian Rivera placed fourth in the heavyweight class at the IHSA 2A New Lenox Regional Saturday, Feb. 6, just missing a chance to advance to sectional.

The top three wrestlers in each weight class advanced to sectional competition.

Rivera lost to Manteno’s Dylan Knepper by fall at 1:16 in the quarterfinals. In the consolation semifinals, he lost to Sand-

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wich’s Jimmy Weekly by fall at 3:45. In the third-place match, Manteno’s Dylan Knepper won by major decision over Rivera, 10-2.

Other Hall/PC wrestlers who competed in the regional were Chris Enriquez (120), Patrick Cousar (138), Ben Jut (145), Luke McCook (160), Joe Berg (170), Joseph Mecagni (182), Evan Kiphart (195) and Eric Cissell (220).

of regional champs in Charley Korey (105) and John Barnes (285) as well as third-place finishers Jordan Elnicki (120) and Carter Funfsinn (138).

Wood had a milestone victory, his second straight regional championship registering as his 100th career victory. He defeated Seneca’s Jackson Beane on his home mats for the title.

Wood would have never thought that feat would have been possible as a freshman as a kid trying to add weight rather than cut weight.

“My freshman year I weighed 80 pounds. I accepted the fact I probably wasn’t going to get 100 wins. Beginning of the year, I realized it was very doable, so it feels very good and winning regional,” said Wood, noting he now has to cut weight.

“It’s the last time I get to do this, so I want to do it right. I want to go out and beat anyone that is in my way.”

Teammates Wetsel and Williams joined Wood on the top perch on the podium. Wetsel claimed an 8-4 decision over Newman’s Eli Monier at 145, while Williams made quick work of Seneca’s Hunter McAlpine with a pinfall in 30 seconds at 220.

In other PHS title matches, Marselle fell to Brody Ivey of Newman 14-1 at 120, San Juan fell to Tyler Draine of Seneca 8-1 at 126, Hammerich lost to Rollie Elder of Rock Falls 5-3 at 152 and Tatum was pinned by Dallas Appleman of Amboy at 195.

Hartmann, the first female wrestler in school history at PHS, had to battle sickness all week, returning to school Friday to be eligible to compete. She fell to Mendota’s Tony Aughenbaugh 8-0 in her first match but rallied with a couple of pinfalls to earn a ticket home for sectionals.

“It’s kind of nice. I was hoping to get first,” Hartmann said.

Biggs defeated Chris Morris of Amboy for third place at 170.

St. Bede’s Barnes, the No.

1-ranked wrestler in 1A at heavyweight, pinned Marquette’s Sam Donahue in 58 seconds for his second straight regional crown. His only other match lasted 48 seconds against Seneca’s Collin Wackerlin.

Barnes said his snap down was working very well.

“I’ve even drilling that a little bit. I was happy how it worked out,” Barnes said. “I just kind of stuck with what I knew.”

From here, as he continues his quest to improve on last year’s third-place state finish, Barnes said he’s just taking it one day at a time, working out hard and just staying in shape.

He said the state championship is his goal.

Korey won both of his matches on the day, including a 3:29 pinfall over Mendota’s Aughenbaugh for the title.

“I worked my butt off this season. Thankfully, I had my whole team supporting and coach pushing me last couple weeks getting ready for regionals. Went into the matches thinking that anything’s possible,” said Korey, who came through Princeton’s Tiger Town Tanglers program.

In third-place matches, Elnicki pinned Sam McGrath of Marquette in 18 seconds at 120, and Funfsinn advanced with a 9-3 decision over Mendota’s Logan Eppard in the at 138.

• Notes: Sectionals will be a two-day event, starting at 4:30 pm. Friday at Prouty Gym and 10 a.m. Saturday.

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Princeton Shootout Feb.27-28 PRINCETON — The Princeton High School Athletic Boosters will be hosting the 23rd annual Princeton Boys Shootout Feb. 27-28 at Princeton High School and Logan Junior High School.

Thirty-two teams from Bureau County, Quad Cities, Rockford, western suburbs and the Peoria areas will be represented. Teams will compete in the Grade 7-8 brackets Feb. 27 and in the Grade 5-6 brackets Feb. 28. Tournament games will be scheduled between 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. throughout both days. In addition, a 3-point shot and Hot Shot competition will be held.

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Roundup From Page 11 halftime lead to 41-25 after three quarters of play.

Baylee Hopps added 10 points for St. Bede.

Serena 68, LaMoille/ Ohio 57: The Lions fell in the consolation finals of the Little Ten Conference Tournament at Somonauk Friday.

The Huskers built a 39-19 halftime lead, and while the Lions got within seven in the fourth quarter, coach Brent Kalsto said, “we just couldn’t get over the hump.”

Josh Gross led the Lions with 26 points, including six 3-pointers. Derek Debruhl added 18 points.

Newark beat Indian Creek 63-50 for the top prize.

In other area Friday boys games, DePue beat Woodland 56-40 and PC beat Midland 82-34 in Tri-County Conference

play while Morrison beat Bureau Valley 66-44 and Erie beat Prophetstown 51-44.

Also Friday, 3A No. 8 ranked L-P beat Sterling 65-61 in the Northern Illinois Big 12.

Princeton’s Levi Bates battles Newman’s Noah McCarty (32) and Ethan Nash (3) for a rebound with Friday night at Sterling.

Girls basketball Princeton 43, Henry/ Lowpoint-Washburn 32: The Tigresses closed out the regular season with a win on the road Saturday, Feb. 6, at Henry.

The Lady Mallards played to a 22-12 halftime score before the Tigresses were able to stretch their lead to 37-18 by the end of the third quarter.

Anna Murray led PHS with 15 points.

The win improved the Tigresses to 12-14 heading into Monday’s regional play at Seneca against Seneca.

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Boys basketball: Newman 53, Princeton 46

Comets shoot past Tigers

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Princeton senior Michaela Strom and her pig tails sneak past Henry senior Caroline Downie in Saturday’s game at Henry. the Tigresses won 43-32.

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Until that third-quarter run, McCarty had been held scoreless as the Tigers used a mix of box-and-1 and 1-3-1 zone against him.

“Our last TRAC game, the big post player from Prophetstown [Jack Heflin] hurt us pretty good, I think he had 26 on us,” Frederick said. “I challenged the big guys to step it up. We were just physical with him, tried to get him out as far as possible from the rim.”

McCarty finished with eight points and eight rebounds. Kyle Schmitt led the Comets with 13.

Robbins led Princeton with 19 points. Jacob Reinhardt added 10.

Newman led by as many as 13 in the fourth quarter before Princeton made a late run, getting a 3-pointer from Levi Bates to cut the Newman lead to 50-44.

But misses on the next two possessions kept the Tigers from getting closer.

Both teams were hot

from 3-point range in the first half, with Princeton hitting 5 of 8 and Newman shooting 4-for-7, with three of those coming from Schmitt.

“We were getting the ball to where we wanted it to, down in the corner to John [Wilson] and finding me on the opposite side,” Schmitt said.

In the second half, Princeton’s 3-point shooting cooled as the Tigers shot 3-for-13 behind the arc.

“We talked about it before the game, we can’t let them have open 3s because they’re a good shooting team,” Sharp said. “They’ve got good shooters, so if you leave them open, they’re going to make it. We’ve got to go out there, we’ve got to make sure we contest all 3s. They’re not the type of team that forces it, so if you get them covered, and you’ve got to try to take that away from them because that’s their best weapon.”

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Princeton’s Colby Robbins hit a 3-pointer to put the Tigers up 29-22 midway through the third before the Comets answered with a 17-0 run.

Newman’s Noah McCarty, posting up against a double-team, knocked down a basket and drew a foul for a three-point play with 4:03 to go in the third to open the run. Eli Leffelman followed with a 3-pointer, and a John Wilson jumper put the Comets in front for good.

“We were focusing on defense because we know as a team, our defense will translate into our offense,” Leffelman said. “We were just trying to really focus on defense, not give up any open 3s and get every rebound.”

For Princeton, eight

consecutive possessions resulted in no points during the Newman run.

After McCarty’s threepoint play, Princeton was called for an over-and-back violation, one of four Tiger turnovers in the quarter.

The next possession saw Princeton miss a pair of 3-pointers, and a McCarty block denied Princeton on the possession after that.

“Basketball is a game of runs,” Princeton coach Michael Fredericks said.

“Eventually you’ve got to stop the bleeding there, and we weren’t able to. I thought at times during that stretch we had some good looks, but they didn’t fall.”

Newman’s defense came through with 10 steals in the game, Leffelman nabbing three of them on three straight possessions in the first quarter.

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BCPF banquet

PRINCETON — The Bureau County Pheasants Forever will be holding its annual banquet March 3 at the Bureau County Metro Center. Doors will open at 5 p.m. with the meal being served by the Poor Boys at 6 p.m.

A live auction will start approximately 7 p.m. Raffles, gun raffles, drawings, silent auction and other events will be the order of the evening.

For tickets, call Eric Paull at 815-646-4844, Rick Rokosz at 815-303-7825, Scott Wright at 815-408-1276 or Kurt Freeberg at 815-875-4089.

Get your tickets early as seating is limited.

Henry Decoy Show

HENRY — The 48th annual Henry Decoy Show will be Feb. 14 at Henry-Senachwine High School from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. It is a great show for those who like to see or collect decoys and other waterfowl pictures, books, calls and other trivia.

It also features many items from the historic Illinois River waterfowl area. Many of the dealers are from this area also.

Jason Baldwin, a well-known decoy expert, will be on hand to give evaluations of decoys.

Hunter education

MANLIUS — The Manlius Sportsmen’s Club will host a Hunter’s Education Course from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 12 and from 1-5 p.m. March 13. Class size is limited. To register, call 309-507-0133.

Youth basketball

PRINCETON — The Princeton Park District is offering a winter youth basketball league at the Bureau County Metro Center Feb. 13 through March 19 for grades 1-6. Games are on Saturday, beginning at 9 a.m. For more information, call 815-872-0840.

St. Bede spring training Clinic

PERU — The St. Bede Bruins baseball team will hold its Spring Training Baseball Clinic in March. Session 1 for ages 6-8 will be from 8:30 am. to noon, Saturday, March 5.

Session II for ages 9-11 will be from 1 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, March 6. Session III for ages 12-14 will be from 8:30 am. to noon, Saturday, March 12.

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Tigers From Page 9 The Tigers flexed their muscles early, taking a 10-3 first-quarter lead on backto-back three-pointers by Colby Robbins and Jake Reinhardt.

The Storm had two straight treys of their own by sophomore Corbin Endress and freshman Kale Barnett to close within 14-9 at quarter’s end. Endress drove to the hoop to start the second quarter to make it a three-point game.

Then the Tigers took over. They scored eight straight, including a putback by junior Colton Youngren and a drive by Robbins to go up 22-11.

Jay Edlefson broke the Storm ice with a three-pointer, before the Tigers went on a 10-0 run to go up by 18 at halftime. Robbins hooped twice, Levi Bates swished a three-pointer and Youngren scored on another putback to send the Tigers to the locker room up 32-14.

“Defensively first quarter, I thought we competed. Second quarter, I thought we let our poor offensive execution affect our defensive intensity. At that point, it’s hard to crawl back,” Marquis said.

“At some point, we’ve got to start making stops when teams make runs on us. Reduce the 10-0 run to 4-0.”

A pair of free throws by Bates netted the Tigers’ their largest lead of the night of 32 at 53-21 late in the third quarter.

Senior southpaw shooter Lenny Mead hit a late three-pointer for PHS before Storm senior Drew Fordham hit a left-handed floater to make it 57-29 Princeton at quarter’s end.

Marquis said the Storm began to fall in love with the three-point shot rather than attack the basket.

Robbins finished with a game-high 10 points for the Tigers. Levi Bates had 13, and Reinhardt added nine.

The freshman Barnett topped the Storm with 19 points. Endress netted eight.

Notes: When asked if he was sad to see former Bureau Valley stars Parker Neuhalfen and Tommy Johnston graduate last year, Fredericks said, succinctly, “I’m not upset. We’ll leave it at that.” ... BV won the sophomore game 60-48. ... Both teams return to action Tuesday with the Storm traveling to St. Bede and the Tigers hosting Hall.

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High school girls Three Rivers ......... Conf. All Kewanee ...................... 13-1 20-8 Sherrard ...................... 13-1 22-4 Hall ............................. 11-3 19-5 Amboy ......................... 11-3 20-6 St. Bede ....................... 9-5 18-12 Erie .............................. 9-5 20-6 Bureau Valley ............... 8-6 15-12 Morrison ....................... 7-7 12-12 Rockridge ..................... 5-9 10-17 Prophetstown .............. 4-10 7-19 Princeton ..................... 4-10 12-14 Fulton .......................... 4-10 8-14 Newman ...................... 3-11 8-17 Orion ........................... 3-11 4-20 Riverdale ..................... 1-13 3-20 Does not include Monday’s games

Saturday’s results Princeton 43, Henry 32. PHS (12-14): S. Murray 2, A. Murray 15, Mall 2, Strom 4, Legner 7, Oeder 9, Rhodes 3. Henry: Cluskey 19.

Wethersfield 77, Morrison 57 At Annawan Annawan 62, Putnam County 29. Ann: M. VanHyfte 26, DeMay 17, Miller 11, Shaw 5, VanOpdorp 3.

Oregon 2A Regional Monday: Game 1 - #6 Oregon (6-20) vs. # 7 Prophetstown (7-19). Game 2 #5 Fulton (8-13) vs. #11 West Carroll.

Tuesday: Game 3 - #1 Byron (26-3) vs. Game 1 winner, 6 p.m. Game 4 - #4 Bureau Valley (15-12) vs. Game 2 winner, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday: Championship, 7 p.m.

Seneca 2A Regional Monday: Game 1 - #7 Seneca (1216) vs. #8 Princeton (12-14). Game 2 - #5 Aurora Christian vs. #10 Putnam County (7-15).

Tuesday: Game 3 - #1 Hall (19-5) vs.

Game 1 winner, 6 p.m. Game 4 - #4 St.

Bede vs. Game 2 winner, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday: Championship, 7 p.m.

Amboy 1A Regional Tuesday: Game 1 - #10 Midland (3-15) vs. #11 DePue, 7 p.m.

Wednesday: Game 2 - #2 Wethersfield (24-7) vs. Game 1 winner, 6 p.m. Game 3 - #3 Amboy vs. #9 LaMoille/ Ohio (9-15), 7:30 p.m.

Friday: Championship, 7 p.m.

Stark County 1A Regional Tuesday: Game 1 - #6 Stark County (16-11) vs #7 Galva (16-11), 6 p.m.

Game 2 - #5 Roanoke-Benson vs. #8 AlWood, 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday: Game 3 - #1 Annawan (23-4) vs. Game 1 winner, 6 p.m. Game 4 - #4 Marquette vs. Game 2 winner, 7:30 p.m.

FRIDAY: Championship, 7 p.m.

Earlville 1A Regional Monday: Game 1 - #7 Hinckley-Big Rock vs. #8 Somonauk. Game 2 - #6 Earlville/Leland vs. #9 Paw Paw. Wednesday: Game 3 - #2 AFC (22-1) vs. Game 1 winner, 6 p.m. Game 4 - #3 Serena vs. Game 2 winner, 7:30 p.m.

Friday: Championship, 7 p.m.

Erie 1A Regional Monday:: Game 1 - #8 Newman (8-17) vs. #10 Polo (3-20) Wednesday: Game 2 - #2 Erie (20-6) vs. Game 1 winner, 6 p.m. Game 3 - #4 Eastland (19-9) vs. #7 Milledgeville (1111), 7:30 p.m.

Friday: Championship, 7 p.m.

Wilmington 2A Regional Monday: Game 1 - #9 Braidwood Reed-Custer (13-16) vs. #11 Wilmington, Game 2 - #6 Kankakee Bishop McNamara vs. #12 Momence (3-23).

Tuesday: Game 3 - #2 Elgin St. Edward (15-10) vs. Game 1 winner, 6 p.m. Game 4 - #3 Lisle vs. Game 2 winner, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday: Championship, 7 p.m.

Bureau Valley’s Jay Edlefson (above) gets past Princeton’s Colby Robbins for a shot in the second half Saturday at the Storm Cellar. Princeton’s Dalton Jilderda (left) goes on shot block defense of Bureau Valley’s Drew Fordham.

BCR photos/ Mike Vaughn

North Boone 2A Regional Monday: Game 1 - #9 Rockford Christian vs. #10 South Beloit (0-13).

Tuesday: Game 2 - #2 Winnebago (15-12) vs. Game 1 winner, 6 p.m. Game 3 - #3 Morrison (12-11) vs. #8 North Boone (8-18), 7:30 p.m.

Thursday: Championship, 7 p.m.

High school boys Three Rivers ......... Conf. All Newman ....................... 9-1 21-3 Kewanee........................ 9-2 15-8 Rockridge ..................... 8-2 19-4 St. Bede ....................... 8-3 15-7 Princeton ...................... 8-4 15-9 Morrison ....................... 8-4 12-11 Hall .............................. 7-4 15-10 Orion ............................ 6-5 14-10 Erie .............................. 5-6 13-12 Sherrard ....................... 4-7 8-13 Fulton ........................... 3-7 10-16 Riverdale ...................... 2-8 9-14 Prophetstown ............... 2-9 8-17 Bureau Valley .............. 1-10 4-21 Amboy ......................... 1-10 3-19 Friday/Saturday’s results Morrison 66, Bureau Valley 44 Erie 51, Prophetstown 44 Hall 65, Riverdale 62

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Kewanee 67, Orion 32 Newman 53, Princeton 46 Rockridge 55, Sherrard 41 St. Bede 51, Fulton 36 Tuesday’s games: Amboy at Fulton, Bureau Valley at St. Bede, Erie at Sherrard, Hall at Princeton, Kewanee at Riverdale, Newman at Orion, Rockridge at Prophetstown, 7:30 p.m.

Little Ten Conference Tournament at Somonauk FRIDAY: Consolation finals - #4 Serena 68, LaMoille/Ohio 57 Third place - #5 Somonauk 71, #3 Leland-Earlville 70 Title - #1 Newark 63, #2 Indian Creek 50

At Manlius Princeton 14 20 23 7 - 64 Bureau Valley 9 5 15 13 - 42 PHS (15-9, 8-4): Tomaszewski 0 2-2 2, Bibula 0 0-1 0, Loftus 0 0-0 0, Wedekind 0 0-0 0, Kuhne 1 1-2 3, Mead 2 (1) 0-0 5, Bates 3 (1) 6-6 13, Reinhardt 3 (1) 0-0 9, Robbins 7 (2) 3-4 19, Farraher 1 0-0 2, Jilderda 3 0-0 6, Behrends 0 1-2 1, Youngren 2 0-0 4, Torchia 0 0-0 0. Totals: 23-52 (5-12) 13-17 64. Fouls: 12.

BV (4-21, 1-10): Osorio 0 0-0 0, N. Paup 3 0-0 6, Marquez 0 0-0 0, Barnett 3 (2) 2-7 10, Endress 3 (2) 0-0 8, Petros 0 0-0 0, Edlefson 2 (2) 1-2 6, Fordham 2 2-2 6, M. Paup 3 0-0 6. Totals: 16 (5) 5-11 42. Fouls: 16.

SOPHS: BV 60-48. BV: Brown 19.

FRESHMEN: BV 29-28. BV: Gustafson

LaMoille/Ohio 14 5 21 17 - 57 Serena 20 19 12 17 - 68 L/O: B. Debruhl 1 2-2 4, Gross 9 (6) 2-3 26, Schulte 0 1-2 1, D. Debruhl 5 8-11 18, Stuepfert 3 2-4 8. Totals: 16 (6) 13-22 57.

Lincoln Trail Conference Tournament at Oneida Saturday: Title - Wethersfield 63, Annawan 56 At Sterling (freshmen) Princeton 33, Newman 30. PHS: Hjerstedt 18, Wolbrecht 7 N: Ellefson 25.

Other area results L-P 65, Sterling 61 Dixon 63, Mendota 39 Fieldcrest 50, Dee-Mack 29

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- 200 Employment 227 • Drivers Craine Farms Trucking in Neponset, IL has positions available for PartTime & Full-Time SEMI DRIVERS hauling grain and fertilizer. Drivers home most nights and weekends, vacation pay and bonuses available.

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228 • Help Wanted Looking for: SMALL ENGINE & LAWN MOWER SERVICE TECHNICIAN. Apply @ Diller Rod, 701 East Peru Street, Princeton, IL Waterfront Tavern in Hennepin now hiring BARTENDERS & WAIT STAFF. To inquire please call 815503-1710, after 4pm Looking for experienced CARPENTERS. Must be reliable & have a drivers license. We offer Benefits.

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228 • Help Wanted

CUSTOM APPLICATOR Apply fertilizer and crop protection products to area fields with high clearance sprayers in Bureau County, IL. Great pay with performance bonus, experience & ag background beneficial.

BENEFITS. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Call, send, or email resume to: Gary Morton, Manager, Morton Fertilizer, PO Box 390, Wyanet, IL 61379. Phone 815-6997701, email: gary.m1@comcast.net

Bureau Valley North has an opening for a HOMEBOUND TUTOR for 5 hours per week for a junior high student. An LBS1 certification is preferred, but other licensed candidates will be considered. Please contact: Mrs. Sandy Beitsch, Principal, Bureau Valley North, at 815-379-2900

Peru Area, full-time APARTMENTS/HOME MAINTENANCE PERSON NEEDED. Must have experience in plumbing, carpentry, electrical, light HVAC. Must be able to pass drug screen and criminal background check. Please email your resume to: maintenance.depart@ yahoo.com

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Jim and Nancy Carlson and Sheila Yourek spent a week in New York City in June 2015. While there they saw several Broadway plays, went to a Comedy Club and visited the 9/11 Memorial site. At the site, they had their picture taken in front of the “Survivor Tree” with the BCR. After 9/11 the workers found an 8-foot stump of a Bradford Pear Tree near Ground Zero. It was nursed back to health and is now more than 30 feet tall and flowers every spring.

229 • Professional/ Clerical Full-Time AG OFFICE POSITION at our LaMoille Plant Qualifications: strong office skills, organized, general math and computer experience a must. Please send resume to: Ag View FS, 22069 US Hwy 34, Princeton, IL 61356 EUCLID BEVERAGE has an opening for a SALES TRAINEE. Interested parties should apply at: 20 Unytite Drive, Peru, IL

PROMOTE YOUR JOB OPENINGS Call 815-875-4461 CPA OR ENROLLED AGENT Rewarding opportunity to provide quality professional services to area businesses and individuals.

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR For Freedom House, Princeton, IL. Responsible for coordinating all program services a five county domestic violence shelter, including prevention, legal advocacy, therapy and counseling for victims of domestic violence and their children; and for sexual assault victims and their significant others.

Full job description available at www.freedomhouseillinois.com.

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Wyffels Hybrids, Inc - Research Department is seeking motivated individuals for spring seasonal positions, lasting approximately 8 - 12 weeks.

Duties will include but are not limited to: cleaning and packaging seed, and planting using a research planter. Work schedule may vary up to 40 hours per week with overtime possible. Select individuals may be asked to travel to different test sites to assist with planting research plots with overnight stay required, up to 70 hours of work per week, and travel expenses paid. Start date is early to mid-March. Also seeking qualified CDL drivers.

Apply in person: Wyffels Hybrids, Inc. 13344 U.S. Hwy 6 Geneseo, IL 61254 Monday-Friday 7:30 am - 3:00 pm

Current accounting and tax experience with a regional or small CPA firm at the Senior or Manager level is desirable.

REPLY TO Wilcoxson & Associates, Ltd. 206 Marquette St. La Salle, IL 61301 dave@supercpas.net All replies will be kept confidential.

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229 • Professional/ Clerical Seeking a full-time ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT. Candidates must be organized, dependable and experienced in general office procedures / Microsoft Office programs. Apply in person at: Bureau County Zoning Office, Room B-5, Courthouse, 700 South Main Street, Princeton, IL 61356. Applications accepted until 2/16/16. Bureau County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicant selected as finalist for this position will be subject to a comprehensive background check

230 • Work Wanted LOOKING FOR INDOOR/OUTDOOR PAINTING WORK. Reasonable prices.

Call Rich: 815-719-2291

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450 • Under $1000 Vintage cast brass cannonball andirons, $75; wood bookshelves, $10 each; classical records, $3 each. Call 815-869-3054.

441 • Wanted to Buy WANTED TO BUY: Old leather bound books and old comic books.

Call 815-481-4922

Vintage metal painted bird chandelier, 5 candle lites, 26"x25", $115. Princeton.

Call 630-443-4086, 10am -9pm for info

448 • Pets & Livestock

460 • Garage Sales

DONATE NOW! “The animals are crying” Tri-County Humane Society. LaSalle, Bureau, Putnam Counties.

Call 815-875-6145 or 815-872-9781 or send donation to: PO Box 1601, LaSalle, IL 61301

*MODEL TRAIN FAIR & FARM TOY SHOW* Saturday, February 20, 9am to 3pm.

Bureau County Fairgrounds Working Train layouts, Cars, Trucks, Farm Toys and all scales of model railroad equipment.

For info call 815 866 3606

FREE 2 year old, healthy female Llama. To a good home.

Call 815-646-8047 and ask for Mark

2nd SUNDAY *FLEA MARKET* February 14th: 8am-2pm.

PETS NEED A GOOD HOME! The Bureau County Republican Classified can help you find the right home for that pet.

$1 Admission. @ Bureau County Fairgrounds, Princeton.

For Information Call 815-303-2905

450 • Under $1000

ADVERTISE GARAGE SALES OR YARD SALES! The Bureau County Republican can promote your garage sale or yard sale to let everyone know about the treasures you have for sale. Just call 815-875-4461 and we’ll help you “Clean Up!”

Briggs & Stratton generator, 8500 starting watts, 5500 watts, adapter cords, 8 breaker panel, $500.

815-303-6092

232 • Business Opportunities

HP laser printer for sale.

Windows and Mac compatible, $25.

Call 815-872-0594

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Proceed with caution in calling 900 phone numbers. All phone numbers prefixed by ”900” are charged to the CALLER. Charges may be assessed on a “per minute” basis rather than a “per call” basis.

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If you have a concern about an advertiser, please contact: Better Business Bureau 330 North Wabash Chicago, IL 60611 312-832-0500

Large computer desk, 3 shelf- two 36x18", one 52x30", metal posts. Price $70. Call 815-878-2534

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Oak fireplace, $150. in excellent condition.

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614 • Car Sales

Portable two way radio's, Used twice. Have 2-in box. 1 mile range. About 3 channels. $180. Call 815876-6083

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- 700 Real Estate For Sale 767 • Mobile Home Sales Mobile Home for Sale. $2,000 down. $431.02 per month for 3 years. Includes lot rent.

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767 • Mobile Home Sales **************** PUBLISHER'S NOTICE All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.”

Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18.

This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis.

To complain of discrimination call, HUD tollfree at 800 669-9777.

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856 • Apartment Rentals PRINCETON in town. 1 bedroom $450; 2 bedroom $510. New carpet, carports, laundry, garbage Call 815-347-1712 PRINCETON 1 bedroom.

Remodeled. Great neighborhood. Lease, deposit. $450. 810 South Euclid.

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Modern apartment with hardwood floors, garage, all appliances included, laundry facility on site. $695/month + utilities. No pets, no smoking.

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Newly remodeled apartment. Includes water, heat & garage. Central location.

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PRINCETON Small, 1 bedroom, downstairs apartment. Newly remodeled.

Stove, refrigerator, washer/dryer included. 205 Park Avenue West. $425/ month. Call Rich Hornbaker, 815-659-3432

PRINCETON adorable 3 bedroom home for rent with option to buy. Full basement, deck, swimming pool, 1 car garage.

Excellent location. $750 a month + security deposit.

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PRINCETON 1 bedroom, 1 bath. All utilities & appliances included. $450 + deposit. No pets. No smoking. 815-875-1496

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

The real estate is residential real estate.

The property will not be open for inspection.

The judgment was $75,868.50. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file to verify this information.

For information, contact Plaintiff’s Attorney: Todd L. Martin, Martin Law Office, 812 Washington, P.O. Box 177, Mendota, IL 61342-0177, (815) 5393711.

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999 • Legal Notices IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT BUREAU COUNTY, ILLINOIS EUREKA SAVINGS BANK, a corporation ) organized and doing business existing under ) and by virtue of the Illinois Savings Bank Act, ) Plaintiff, ) vs. ) ANDREW M. RUSSELL as Special ) Representative of GALE A. YOUSSI, Deceased; ) CHRISTINA POTOCHNEY n/k/a CHRISTINA ) NORRIS; FRANK POTOCHNEY, III; KELSI ) POTOCHNEY; HOLLIE POTOCHNEY n/k/a ) HOLLIE STOFER; BRITTANY YOUSSI; ) Unknown Heirs and Legatees of GALE A. ) YOUSSI; and Unknown Owners and Non) Record Claimants, ) Defendants. ) No. 14-CH-89 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled Court, in said cause, on November 9, 2015, James Reed, Sheriff of Bureau County, will on February 17, 2016, at the hour of 10:00 a.m., at 700 S. Main Street, Princeton, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, the following described real estate situated in Bureau County, Illinois, commonly known as 27860 2595 East Street, Van Orin, IL 61374 , Property Index No. 05-17-228-002.

All of Lot Four (4) and all of Lot Six (6) in Block Three in the Village of Van Orin, all lying and being situated in the County of Bureau and State of Illinois.

The property is subject to general real estate taxes which are a lien upon the real estate, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and easements and restrictions of record and unpaid water bills. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court.

Sale terms: This is an ”AS IS” sale for “cash.”

The successful bidder must deposit ten percent (10%) down by cash or certified funds and the balance of the purchase price prior to the date of confirmation of sale.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF BUREAU, STATE OF ILLINOIS U.S. BANK TRUST, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR ) LSF9 MASTER PARTICIPATION TRUST, ) Plaintiff(s), ) vs. ) TIMOTHY PLATT A/K/A TIMOTHY A. PLATT, ) DANA PLATT A/K/A DANA L. PLATT, ) Defendant(s). ) Case No. 15 CH 6 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE Continued on page 17

ESTATE AUCTION

Auction to be held at the Tumbleson Auction Center, 1635 North Main Street, Princeton, IL, Located 100 miles West of Chicago, Il just off INT 80, Exit 56, South on Rt. 26. (Behind the Sherwood Antique Mall) on:

SAT., FEB. 13, 2016

TIME: 10:00 A.M. (Preview: 8:00 A.M.)

View Listing & Photos on website: www.tumblesonauction.com FURNITURE: Antique Metal Fern Stand w/ Marble Top Insert; Spoon Foot Dining Table w/ 2 Leaves & 6 Matching Chairs; Sm. Glass Door China Cabinet; Provincial Style Dining Table-2 Leaves-6 Chairs & Matching Glass Door China Cabinet; Lighted Glass Door Curio Cabinet; Hallway Credenza Cabinet; Fold Out Dining Server Cabinet; Marble Top Console Cabinet; Rattan Sofa w/ Upholstered Cushions-Matching Glass Top Lamp Table & 2 Sm. Matching Coffee Tables; White Wicker Chair; Wood Rocker; 2 Matching Eastman House Green Upholstered Loveseats; Round Kitchen Table & 4 Rolling Chairs; Granite Top Rolling Cabinet; Sm. Glass Door Corner Cabinet; Glass Door Book Shelf Cabinet; 2-Chrome Storage Racks-One w/ Wood Top; Various Dressers; 2-Beds; Wood Desk; Flex Steel Beige Fold Out Futon Sofa; 2-Wood Bar Stools; Ethan Allen: Bunk Bed Style Trundle Bed Set & Desk; Sm. Chest of Drawers; Older Crosley Upright Freezer; Many Modern Pictures; Smaller Area Rugs; Lamps; Like New Pro Form Electric Treadmill; Over the Stove GE Microwave ANTIQUES, COLLECTIBLES, CHINA, PRIMITIVES, NICE HOUSEHOLD ITEMS & TOYS: 2 Antique Framed Paintings; Antique Ladies Mesh Purse; Nice Set of Pickard Brocade China; Set of Silver Trim Fostoria Stemware; Silver & Pewter Candle Sticks; Set of Noritake Progression China-Blue Moon Pattern; Etched Glass Stemware; Glass Napkin Rings; American Fostoria; Waterford; Lalique; Glass Paperweights; Lg. Collection of Fenton; Milk glass; Amber Glass; Glass Candle Sticks; Set of Mason England Bow Bells Dishware; Pink & Green Depression; Lead Crystal; Lefton; Collector Plates; Pressed Glass; Child’s Picnic Basket; Wood Egg Crate Carrier; White Porcelain ware; Glass Wash Board; Old Pulleys; Crocks & Crock Jugs; Cast Iron Butchering Kettle; Beer Adv Signs.; Kitchen-Aid Toaster Oven-Lg. & Sm. Kitchen-Aid Mixers; Crock Pot & Roaster Ovens; Nice Set of Calphalon Pots & Pans; Like New Bakeware & Muffin Tins; Coffee Pots; Corning ware; Microwave; Lg. Group of Cookbooks & Hard Cover Novel Books; War Time & Paper Back Military Books; Decorative Christmas; Atari 2600 Video Computer System w/Controllers & Games; NIB-Toys HONDA GENERATOR, TOOLS & TOOL RELATED ITEMS: Honda EB 3000 Generator; Lincoln AC/DC 225/125 Arc Welder; Yard Machine 22 Inch Snow Blower; Campbell Hausfield Gas Pressure Washer; Delta Shop Master Scroll Saw; 10 In Table Saw; Craftsman 3 Ton Floor Jack; Belt Sander; Makita Power Planer; Craftsman 1/2 Inch Socket Set; Sm. Bostitch Air Nailer; Sump Pump; New Levels; Ratchet Chain Hoist; Homelite Old Blue Chain Saw; Lg. Pipe Wrenches; Various Tools; Wheel Brl; Craftsman Reciprocating Saw; John Deere Seeder; Brinley Pull Behind Leaf Sweeper; Electrical Truck Wrench; Ladies Huffy Bike & Men’s Titan Bike TUMBLESON AUCTION COMPANY, PRINCETON, IL E-mail: ttauction@yahoo.com or Phone 815-872-1852 Auctioneers: TOM & MARY TUMBLESON & TIFFANY FOES

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Continued from page 16 FORECLOSURE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment heretofore entered by the said Court in the above entitled cause, the Sheriff of Bureau County, Illinois, will on March 3, 2016, at the hour of 10:00 a.m., at the BUREAU COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 702 SOUTH MAIN STREET, MAIN LOBBY, PRINCETON, IL 61356, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described premises and real estate in the said Judgment mentioned, situated in the County of Bureau, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment, to wit: A TRACT OF LAND LOCATED IN A PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 19, TOWNSHIP 17 NORTH, RANGE 9 EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, BUREAU COUNTY, ILLINOIS, MORE PARTICULARLY BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS AND BEARINGS ARE FOR THE PURPOSE OF DESCRIPTION ONLY; COMMENCING AT AN IRON ROD AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 19, A DISTANCE OF 1,951.94 FEET TO THE PLAT OF BEGINNING FOR THE TRACT TO BE DESCRIBED; THENCE CONTINUING NORTH 89 DEGREES 16 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST, ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 19, A DISTANCE OF 250.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 27 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST, 271.00

FEET TO AN IRON ROD; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 16 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST, 250.00 FEET TO AN IRON ROD; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 27 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST 271.00 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, ALL ACCORDING TO A PLAT OF SURVEY MADE BY KEVIN R. WALLACE, ILLINOIS PROFESSIONAL LAND SURVEYOR NO. 2814, AND DATED APRIL 15, 1999; ALL LYING AND BEING SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF BUREAU IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. Common Address: 18609 2000 NORTH AVENUE, PRINCETON, IL 61356 P.I.N. 10-19-400-004 Contact the Law Office of IRA T. NEVEL, LLC, 175 North Franklin, Suite 201, Chicago, Illinois 60606, (312) 357-1125, for further information.

The terms of the sale are: Ten percent (10%) due by cash or certified funds at the time of the sale and balance is due within 24 hours of the sale.

The subject property is subject to 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.

The property is improved by a single family residence, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and the tenements, hereditaments and appurtenants thereunto belonging and will not be available for inspection prior to sale.

If this property is a condominium unit, 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). If this property is a condominium 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 required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

LAW OFFICES OF IRA T. NEVEL, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff Ira T. Nevel - ARDC #06185808 Timothy R. Yueill - ARDC #6192172 Greg Elsnic - ARDC #6242847 Richard Drezek - ARDC #6301323 Nathan J. Buikema - ARDC #6302969 Brian D. Nevel - ARDC #6309777 175 North Franklin St. Suite 201 Chicago, Illinois 60606 (312) 357-1125 Pleadings@nevellaw.com SL # 15-00112 Published in the Bureau County Republican Jan. 26, Feb. 2 and 9, 2016.

NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered by the Court in the above-entitled cause, the property hereinafter described, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy the judgment, shall be sold to the highest bidder as follows: A. The name, address and telephone number of the person to contact for information regarding the real estate is: Thomas Le, Heartland Bank and Trust Company, 1575 Ogden Avenue, Aurora, Illinois 60503, Telephone: (815) 439-5289.

B. The common address and other common description, if any, of the real estate is: agricultural property located in Bureau County, Illinois.

C. The legal description of the real estate is: Parcel 3 (PIN 22-04-100-010) (“11.4 Acres”): A part of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 4; and a part of the West 20 acres of the Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 4, all in Township 15 North, Range 9 East of the Fourth Principal Meridian, situated in Bureau County, Illinois, more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the southwest corner of the Northwest Quarter of Section 4; thence South 89º33’00” East 327.36 feet on the South line of the Northwest Quarter of said Section 4 to the Point of Beginning; thence North 00º59’00” East 1345.88 feet; thence South 89º04’36” East 1012.41 feet to the East line of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of said Section 4; thence South 00º04’04” West 41.54 feet Continued on page 18

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT BUREAU COUNTY, ILLINOIS HEARTLAND BANK AND TRUST COMPANY, ) Plaintiff, ) v. ) DANNY C. ELLBERG, a/k/a DAN ELLBERG, ) PAULA J. ELLBERG, LASALLE STATE BANK, ) as Trustee under Trust Agreement dated ) December 5, 2011, and known as Trust No. ) 2-2011, MARK S. HANBACK, TERESA L. ) HANBACK, UNKNOWN OWNERS and ) NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, ) Defendants. ) Case No. 15 CH 50

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Continued from page 17 to the Southeast corner of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of said Section 4; thence North 89º40’02” West 672.07 feet to the Northeast corner of the West 20 acres of the Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of said Section 4; thence South 00º26’40” West 1294.55 feet to the Southeast corner of the West 20 acres of the Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of said Section 4; thence North 89º33’00” West 353.24 feet to the Point of Beginning, containing 11.40 acres, more or less, with assumed bearings given for description purpose only.

Commonly known as: Farm Ground in Bureau County, Illinois.

PIN: 22-04-100-010.

D. A description of the improvements on the real estate is: agricultural property.

E. The times specified in the judgment, if any, when the real estate may be inspected prior to 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.

F. The time and place of the sale is: Wednesday, March 9, 2016, at 10:00 a.m., in the general lobby on the first floor of the Bureau County Courthouse, 700 South Main Street, Princeton, Illinois.

G. The terms of the sale are: This is an “AS IS” sale for cash. The successful bidder must deposit 10% down with cash or certified funds, and the balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours of the sale, and the required fee, if any, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. There will be no refunds. The real estate is subject to the unpaid general real estate taxes, to any unpaid special assessments, and to all easements, reservations and restrictions of record.

HOWARD & HOWARD ATTORNEYS PLLC Attorneys for Plaintiff Published in the Bureau County Republican Feb. 2, 9 and 16, 2016.

10% of purchase price payable at time and place of sale by Cashier’s/Official Bank Check made payable to the United States Marshals Service. Balance to be paid by Cashier’s/Official Bank Check made payable to the United States Marshals Service and received by the United States Marshal, 100 N.E. Monroe, 42 Federal Building, Peoria, IL 61602, within thirty (30) days of date of said sale. If the balance is not received within said time period, the 10% payment made at time of sale shall be forfeited to the United States, the sale shall be void and a new sale shall be scheduled by the Court.

7. Title will be conveyed subject to all general real estate taxes for the years 2014 and thereafter to be paid by buyer(s), which are a lien upon the real estate, and special assessments, if any, and easements and restrictions of record. Buyer(s) shall also be responsible for payment of the real estate transfer tax (35 ILCS 200-31-45).

8. Said property is being sold at this judicial sale “AS IS” WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF HABITABILITY OR ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. 9. Upon receipt of the entire purchase price amount, a Certificate of Sale shall be forwarded to the Marshal for execution describing the lands and tenements purchased and the sum paid therefor to be tendered to the purchaser. Upon confirmation of said sale by the Court, the holder of said Certificate of Sale shall be entitled to a deed for said premises.

10. 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. DATED at Peoria, Illinois, this 22nd day of December, 2015. s/KENNETH F. BOHAC UNITED STATES MARSHAL CENTRAL DISTRICT OF ILLINOIS Published in the Bureau County Republican Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2 and 9, 2016.

IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE CENTRAL DISTRICT OF ILLINOIS AT PEORIA UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ) Plaintiff, ) v. ) RENE L. FUNDERBERG a/k/a RENE ) FUNDERBERG AND UNION PLANTERS ) BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, ) Defendants. ) CIVIL NO. 14-1489 NOTICE OF MARSHAL’S SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure entered by the court in the above-entitled cause, the property hereinafter described or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said judgment, will be sold to the highest bidder.

1. The name, address and telephone number of the person to contact for information regarding the real estate is: Craig Schisler, Area Specialist, USDA Service Center, 312 E. Backbone Road, Suite B, Princeton, IL 61356. Telephone No. 815-875-8732(4) 2. The common address and other common description, if any, of the real estate is: 320 W. Clark Street, Princeton, Illinois 61356 3. The legal description of the real estate is: A part of the Southwest Quarter of Section 9, Township 16 North, Range 9 East of the Fourth Principal Meridian, Bureau County, Illinois, described as follows: Commencing at the Northwest corner of Lot 1 in Knox Addition to the City of Princeton, Bureau County, Illinois, running thence West on the South rightof-way line of West Clark Street, in said City of Princeton, a distance of 280 feet to the place of beginning; running thence South parallel to the West line of Section 9, in Township 16 North, Range 9 East of the Fourth Principal Meridian, a distance of 120 feet; running thence East parallel with the South right-of-way line of said West Clark Street, a distance of 75 feet; running thence North parallel to the West line of Section 9, in Township 16 North, Range 9 East of the Fourth Principal Meridian, a distance of 120 feet; running thence West on the South rightof-way line of West Clark Street, in said City of Princeton, a distance of 75 feet to the place of beginning, all lying and being situated in the City of Princeton, County of Bureau, in the State of Illinois.

PIN NO. 16-09-351-010 4. The real estate may be inspected prior to sale at the following times: (Available for inspection during business hours upon reasonable advance notice to the county office listed above.)

5. The time and place of the sale are: Tuesday, February 23, 2016, at 10:00 a.m., at the front door of Bureau County Courthouse, Princeton, Illinois.

6. The terms of the sale are:

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF ILLINOIS BUREAU COUNTY, PRINCETON, ILLINOIS EUREKA SAVINGS BANK ) a corporation, ) Plaintiff, ) vs. ) JAMES J. THEODORE AND PATRICIA ) THEODORE, COLLECTION ) PROFESSIONALS, INC., ) DEPARTMENT OF TREASURERY ) AND INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE ) Defendants. ) In Chancery No. 15-CH-51 Notice of Judicial Sale of Real Estate Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure entered by the court in the above entitled cause, the property hereinafter described will be sold by the Sheriff of Bureau County, Illinois at public auction to the highest bidder at 10:00 a.m. on March 23,2016.

(A) The name, address and telephone number of the person to contact for information regarding the real estate is: Shane Schultz, 250 Marquette Street, LaSalle, IL

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999 • Legal Notices 61301; 815-223-0700 (B) The common address and other common description, if any, of the real estate is: 3485 E. Spring Creek Drive, Ladd, IL 61329 (C) The legal description of the real estate is: PARCEL I: LOT THIRTY-TWO (32) IN SPRING CREEK ADDITION TO THE VILLAGE OF LADD, BUREAU COUNTY, ILLINOIS, AS SET FORTH IN A SUBDIVISION PLAT IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF BUREAU COUNTY, ILLINOIS, RECORDED AS DOC. #87-2877, IN BOOK 685, PAGE 594, ET SEQ., AS AMENDED

BY AMENDED PLAT OF SPRING CREEK ADDITION TO THE VILLAGE OF LADD RECORDED OCTOBER 13, 1987, IN BOOK 698, PAGE 468, AS DOC. #87-4099, SUBJECT TO RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS DATED AUGUST 1, 1987, AND RECORDED AUGUST 5, 1987, AS DOC #873227, IN BOOK 686, PAGE 737, ET SEQ., EXCEPTING AND RESERVING THE COAL, FIRECLAY AND MINERALS HERETOFORE SEVERED AND THE RIGHT TO MINE AND REMOVE THE SAME WITHOUT DISTURBING THE SURFACE THEREOF, SITUATED IN THE VILLAGE OF LADD, COUNTY OF BUREAU, AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. PARCEL II: THAT PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (NE 14) OF SECTION FOURTEEN (14), TOWNSHIP SIXTEEN (16) NORTH, RANGE ELEVEN (11) EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, BUREAU COUNTY, ILLINOIS, WHICH LIES NORTH OF THE BURLINGTON-NORTHERN RAILROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY, EAST OF THE EXISTING ROAD RUNNING NORTHERLY AND SOUTHERLY FROM THE SOUTH END OF SAID SECTION FOURTEEN (14) TO THE NORTH END THEREOF, BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (NE 14) OF SAID SECTION FOURTEEN (14); THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 56 MINUTES 35 SECONDS EAST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (NE 14) OF SAID SECTION FOURTEEN (14), 1678.84 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE CONTINUING SOUTH 89 DEGREES 56 MINUTES 35 SECONDS EAST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (NE 14) OF SAID SECTION FOURTEEN (14); 896.25 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 27 DEGREES 18 MINUTES 58 SECONDS WEST ALONG A LINE 33 FEET NORTHWESTERLY OF AND ALL PARALLEL TO THE NORTHWESTERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF THE ABANDONED CHICAGO & NORTHWESTERN RAILROAD, 535.64 FEET; THENCE NORTH 77 DEGREES 44 MINUTES 37 SECONDS WEST 665.96 FEET TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF LOT THIRTY-TWO (32) IN SPRING CREEK ADDITION TO THE VILLAGE OF LADD, ILLINOIS, THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 03 MINUTES 25 SECONDS

GOVERNMENT FORECLOSURE SALE

February 23, 2016 at 10:30 AM Bureau County Courthouse 700 S Main, Princeton, Illinois

February 23, 2016 at 10:00 AM Bureau County Courthouse 700 S. Main, Princeton, Illinois

Property located at: 320 W Clark, Princeton, Illinois Property is sold “AS IS” Terms of sale: 10% due at time of sale by Cashiers’ Check, Payable to US Marshall Service; balance within 30 days. Taxes will not be prorated.

Rural Development credit is not available Minimum Bid: $3,000.00 Rural Development has a security interest in the property For additional information contact: USDA Rural Development 312 E Backbone Rd, Suite B, Princeton, IL PH: 815-875-8732 ext 4 www.resales.usda.gov OPEN HOUSE, February 16, 2016 2-4 pm.

Property located at: 805 N. Euclid, Princeton, Illinois Property is sold “AS IS” Terms of sale: 10% due at time of sale by Cashiers’ Check, Payable to US Marshall Service; balance within 30 days. Taxes will not be prorated.

Rural Development credit is not available Minimum Bid: $5,700.00 Rural Development has a security interest in the property For additional information contact: USDA Rural Development 312 E Backbone Rd, Suite B, Princeton, IL PH: 815-875-8732 ext 4 www.resales.usda.gov

This institution is an equal opportunity provider, and employer. To file a complaint of discrimination write USD, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S. W., Washington DC 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 (TTY).

This institution is an equal opportunity provider, and employer. To file a complaint of discrimination write USD, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S. W., Washington DC 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 (TTY).

999 • Legal Notices EAST ALONG THE EAST LINE AND ITS NORTHERLY EXTENSION OF SAID LOT THIRTY-TWO (32), 335.43 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; SUBJECT TO RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS DATED AUGUST 1, 1987, AND RECORDED AUGUST 5, 1987, IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF BUREAU COUNTY, ILLINOIS, AS DOC. #87-3226 AT BOOK 686, PAGE 732, AND EXCEPTING AND RESERVING COAL, FIRECLAY AND MINERALS HERETOFORE SEVERED AND THE RIGHT TO MINE AND REMOVE THE SAME WITHOUT DISTURBING THE SURFACE THEREOF, SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF HALL, COUNTY OF BUREAU AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. (D) A description of the improvements on the real estate is: A relatively large 1-1/2 story home with eight rooms, including three bedrooms. It has an attached two car and detached three car garages and it is situated on a wooded 10 acre lot.

(E) The real estate may be inspected prior to sale at the following times: The real estate will not be available for inspection.

(F) The time and place of the sale are: The lobby of the Bureau County Courthouse, 700 S. Main #B5, Princeton, IL 61356. On March 23, 2016 at 10:00 a.m.

(G) The terms of the sale are: Continued on page 19 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF BUREAU, STATE OF ILLINOIS U.S. BANK TRUST, N.A., AS TRUSTEE ) FOR LSF9 MASTER PARTICIPATION TRUST, ) Plaintiff(s), ) vs. ) TIMOTHY PLATT A/K/A TIMOTHY A. PLATT, ) DANA PLATT A/K/A DANA L. PLATT, ) Defendant(s). ) Case No. 15 CH 6 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment heretofore entered by the said Court in the above entitled cause, the Sheriff of Bureau County, Illinois, will on March 3, 2016, at the hour of 10:00 a.m., at the BUREAU COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 702 SOUTH MAIN STREET, MAIN LOBBY, PRINCETON, IL 61356, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described premises and real estate in the said Judgment mentioned, situated in the County of Bureau, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment, to wit: Common Address: 18609 2000 NORTH AVENUE, PRINCETON, IL 61356 P.I.N. 10-19-400-004 Contact the Law Office of IRA T. NEVEL, LLC, 175 North Franklin, Suite 201, Chicago, Illinois 60606, (312) 357-1125, for further information.

The terms of the sale are: Ten percent (10%) due by cash or certified funds at the time of the sale and balance is due within 24 hours of the sale. The subject property is subject to 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.

The property is improved by a single family residence, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and the tenements, hereditaments and appurtenants thereunto belonging and will not be available for inspection prior to sale.

If this property is a condominium unit, 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). If this property is a condominium 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 required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

LAW OFFICES OF IRA T. NEVEL, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff Ira T. Nevel - ARDC #06185808 Timothy R. Yueill - ARDC #6192172 Greg Elsnic - ARDC #6242847 Richard Drezek - ARDC #6301323 Nathan J. Buikema - ARDC #6302969 Brian D. Nevel - ARDC #6309777 175 North Franklin St. Suite 201 Chicago, Illinois 60606 (312) 357-1125 Pleadings@nevellaw.com SL # 15-00112 Published in the Bureau County Republican Jan. 26, Feb. 2 and 9, 2016.

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Continued from page 18 10% to be paid in certified funds on the date of sale. Sale is subject to confirmation by the Court. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser shall be entitled only to a return of monies paid. Purchaser shall have no recourse against Mortgagor, Mortgagee or Mortgagee’s attorney. Property is sold “AS IS”.

Sale is subject to confirmation by the Court.

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser shall be entitled only to a return of monies paid. Purchaser shall have no recourse against Mortgagor, Mortgagee, or Mortgagee’s Attorney.

(H) Title will be conveyed subject to all general real estate taxes which are a lien upon the real estate, but have not yet become due and payable, and special assessments, if any, and easements and restrictions of record, and is being sold “AS IS” without any representation as to the quality of title and without recourse to the plaintiff. Title will be conveyed subject to existing tenancies, if any.

By: /s/R. J. Lannon Jr. Attorney for Plaintiff R.J. Lannon, Jr. Herbolsheimer, Duncan, Eiten and Hintz, P.C. Attorneys at Law State Bank Building La Salle, IL 61301 Telephone: (815) 223-0111 Attorney No. 1576313 jlannon@hlhdr.com Published in the Bureau County Republican Feb. 9, 16 and 23, 2016.

5. The time and place of the sale are: Tuesday, February 23, 2016, at 10:00 a.m., at the front door of Bureau County Courthouse, Princeton, Illinois.

6. The terms of the sale are: 10% of purchase price payable at time and place of sale by Cashier’s/Official Bank Check made payable to the United States Marshals Service. Balance to be paid by Cashier’s/Official Bank Check made payable to the United States Marshals Service and received by the United States Marshal, 100 N.E. Monroe, 42 Federal Building, Peoria, IL 61602, within thirty (30) days of date of said sale. If the balance is not received within said time period, the 10% payment made at time of sale shall be forfeited to the United States, the sale shall be void and a new sale shall be scheduled by the Court.

7. Title will be conveyed subject to all general real estate taxes for the years 2014 and thereafter to be paid by buyer(s), which are a lien upon the real estate, and special assessments, if any, and easements and restrictions of record. Buyer(s) shall also be responsible for payment of the real estate transfer tax (35 ILCS 200-31-45).

8. Said property is being sold at this judicial sale “AS IS” WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF HABITABILITY OR ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. 9. Upon receipt of the entire purchase price amount, a Certificate of Sale shall be forwarded to the Marshal for execution describing the lands and tenements purchased and the sum paid therefor to be tendered to the purchaser. Upon confirmation of said sale by the Court, the holder of said Certificate of Sale shall be entitled to a deed for said premises.

10. 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. DATED at Peoria, Illinois, this 22 day of December, 2015. s/KENNETH F. BOHAC UNITED STATES MARSHAL CENTRAL DISTRICT OF ILLINOIS Published in the Bureau County Republican Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2 and 9, 2016.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT BUREAU COUNTY, PRINCETON, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF ) THE ESTATE OF ) MARJORIE S ULTCH, ) Deceased. ) Case No.: 2016-P-12 CLAIMS NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Marjorie S. Ultch, of LaMoille, Illinois. Letters of Office were issued on February 3, 2016 to Martin D. Ultch, 33405 2500 North Avenue, LaMoille, IL 61330, whose attorney is David M. Kaleel, 806 Jefferson Street, Mendota, Illinois 61342.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Circuit Clerk, Probate Division, Bureau County Courthouse, 700 S. Main Street, Princeton, IL 61356 or with the representative, or both, on or before September 1, 2016. If a claim notice is mailed or delivered personally to a creditor of the decedent, the creditor’s claim may be filed on or before the date stated in that Notice, if later than the date shown above. Any claim not filed within the time allowed 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.

Published in the Bureau County Republican Feb. 9, 16 and 23, 2016.

IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE CENTRAL DISTRICT OF ILLINOIS AT PEORIA UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ) Plaintiff, ) v. ) LISA M. SIMS a/k/a, ) LISA SIMS, ) Defendant. ) CIVIL NO. 15-1081 NOTICE OF MARSHAL’S SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure entered by the court in the above-entitled cause, the property hereinafter described or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said judgment, will be sold to the highest bidder.

1. The name, address and telephone number of the person to contact for information regarding the real estate is: Craig Schisler, Area Specialist, USDA Service Center, 312 E. Backbone Road, Suite B, Princeton, IL 61356. Telephone No. 815-875-8732(4) 2. The common address and other common description, if any, of the real estate is: 805 N. Euclid, Princeton, Illinois 61356 3. The legal description of the real estate is: Lot 5 in East Addition to the Town (now City) of Princeton, Bureau County, Illinois PIN No. #16-09-451-005 4. The real estate may be inspected prior to sale at the following times: (Available for inspection during business hours upon reasonable advance notice to the county office listed above.)

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The name, address and telephone number of the person to contact for information regarding the real estate is: Thomas Le, Heartland Bank and Trust Company, 1575 Ogden Avenue, Aurora, Illinois 60503, Telephone: (815) 4395289.

The common address and improvements of the real estate are: agricultural property located in Bureau County, Illinois.

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.

The time and place of the sale are: Wednesday, March 9, 2016, at 10:00 a.m., in the general lobby on the first floor of the Bureau County Courthouse, 700 South Main Street, Princeton, Illinois.

Sale terms: This is an “as is” sale for cash.

The successful bidder must deposit 10% down in cash or certified funds, and the balance is due, in certified funds, within 24 hours of the sale, and the required fee, if any, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. There will be no refunds. The real estate is subject to the unpaid general real estate taxes, to any unpaid special assessments, and to all easements, reservations and restrictions of record.

Published in the Bureau County Republican Feb. 2, 9 and 16, 2016.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT BUREAU COUNTY, ILLINOIS EUREKA SAVINGS BANK, a corporation ) organized and doing business existing under ) and by virtue of the Illinois Savings Bank Act, ) Plaintiff, ) vs. ) ANDREW M. RUSSELL as Special ) Representative of GALE A. YOUSSI, Deceased; ) CHRISTINA POTOCHNEY n/k/a CHRISTINA ) NORRIS; FRANK POTOCHNEY, III; KELSI ) POTOCHNEY; HOLLIE POTOCHNEY n/k/a ) HOLLIE STOFER; BRITTANY YOUSSI; ) Unknown Heirs and Legatees of GALE A. ) YOUSSI; and Unknown Owners and Non) Record Claimants, ) Defendants. ) No. 14-CH-89 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled Court, in said cause, on November 9, 2015, James Reed, Sheriff of Bureau County, will on February 17, 2016, at the hour of 10:00 a.m., at 700 S. Main Street, Princeton, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, the following described real estate situated in LaSalle County, Illinois, commonly known as 27860 2595 East Street, Van Orin, IL 61374 , Property Index No. 05-17228-002.

The property is subject to general real estate taxes which are a lien upon the real estate, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and easements and restrictions of record and unpaid water bills. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court.

Sale terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for “cash.” The successful bidder must deposit ten percent (10%) down by cash or certified funds and the balance of the purchase price prior to the date of confirmation of sale.

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

The real estate is residential real estate.

The property will NOT be open for inspection. The judgment was $75,868.50. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file to verify this information.

For information, contact Plaintiff’s Attorney: Todd L. Martin, Martin Law Office, 812 Washington, P.O. Box 177, Mendota, IL 61342-0177, (815) 539-3711.

Published in the Bureau County Republican Jan. 26, Feb. 2 and 9, 2016.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF ILLINOIS BUREAU COUNTY, PRINCETON, ILLINOIS EUREKA SAVINGS BANK ) a corporation, ) Plaintiff, ) vs. ) JAMES J. THEODORE AND PATRICIA ) THEODORE, COLLECTION ) PROFESSIONALS, INC., ) DEPARTMENT OF TREASURERY ) AND INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE ) Defendants. ) In Chancery No. 15-CH-51 Notice of Judicial Sale of Real Estate Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure entered by the court in the above entitled cause, the property hereinafter described will be sold by the Sheriff of Bureau County, Illinois at public auction to the highest bidder at 10:00 a.m. on March 23,2016.

(A) The name, address and telephone number of the person to contact for information regarding the real estate is: Shane Schultz, 250 Marquette Street, LaSalle, IL 61301; 815-223-0700 (B) The common address and other common description, if any, of the real estate is: 3485 E. Spring Creek Drive, Ladd, IL 61329 (C) The legal description of the real estate is: PARCEL I: LOT THIRTY-TWO (32) IN SPRING CREEK ADDITION TO THE VILLAGE OF LADD, BUREAU COUNTY, ILLINOIS, AS SET FORTH IN A SUBDIVISION PLAT IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF BUREAU COUNTY, ILLINOIS, RECORDED AS DOC. #87-2877, IN BOOK 685, PAGE 594, ET SEQ., AS AMENDED BY AMENDED PLAT OF SPRING CREEK ADDITION TO THE VILLAGE OF LADD RECORDED OCTOBER 13, 1987, IN BOOK 698, PAGE 468, AS DOC. #87-4099, SUBJECT TO RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS DATED AUGUST 1, 1987, AND RECORDED AUGUST 5, 1987, AS DOC #873227, IN BOOK 686, PAGE 737, ET SEQ., EXCEPTING AND RESERVING THE COAL, FIRECLAY AND MINERALS HERETOFORE SEVERED AND THE RIGHT TO MINE AND REMOVE THE SAME WITHOUT DISTURBING THE SURFACE THEREOF, SITUATED IN THE VILLAGE OF LADD, COUNTY OF BUREAU, AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. PARCEL II: THAT PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (NE 14) OF SECTION FOURTEEN (14), TOWNSHIP SIXTEEN (16) NORTH, RANGE ELEVEN (11) EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, BUREAU COUNTY, ILLINOIS, WHICH LIES NORTH OF THE BURLINGTON-NORTHERN RAILROAD RIGHT-OFWAY, EAST OF THE EXISTING ROAD RUNNING NORTHERLY AND SOUTHERLY FROM THE SOUTH END OF SAID SECTION FOURTEEN (14) TO THE NORTH END THEREOF, BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (NE 14) OF SAID SECTION FOURTEEN (14); THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 56 MINUTES 35 SECONDS EAST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (NE 14) OF SAID SECTION FOURTEEN (14), 1678.84 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE CONTINUING SOUTH 89 DEGREES 56 MINUTES 35 SECONDS EAST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (NE 14) OF SAID SECTION FOURTEEN (14); 896.25 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 27 DEGREES 18 MINUTES 58 SECONDS WEST ALONG A LINE 33 FEET NORTHWESTERLY OF AND ALL PARALLEL TO THE NORTHWESTERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF THE ABANDONED CHICAGO & NORTHWESTERN RAILROAD, 535.64 FEET; THENCE NORTH 77 DEGREES 44 MINUTES 37 SECONDS WEST 665.96 FEET TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF LOT THIRTY-TWO (32) IN SPRING CREEK ADDITION TO THE VILLAGE OF LADD, ILLINOIS, THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 03 MINUTES 25 SECONDS EAST ALONG THE EAST LINE AND ITS NORTHERLY EXTENSION OF SAID LOT THIRTY-TWO (32), 335.43 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; SUBJECT TO RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS DATED AUGUST 1, 1987, AND RECORDED AUGUST 5, 1987, IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF BUREAU COUNTY, ILLINOIS, AS DOC. #87-3226 AT BOOK 686, PAGE 732, AND EXCEPTING AND RESERVING COAL, FIRECLAY AND MINERALS HERETOFORE SEVERED AND THE RIGHT TO MINE AND REMOVE THE SAME WITHOUT DISTURBING THE SURFACE THEREOF, SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF HALL, COUNTY OF BUREAU AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. (D) A description of the improvements on the real estate is: A relatively large 1-1/2 story home with eight rooms, including three bedrooms. It has an attached two car and detached three car garages and it is situated on a wooded 10 acre lot.

(E) The real estate may be inspected prior to sale at the following times: The real estate will not be available for inspection.

(F) The time and place of the sale are: The lobby of the Bureau County Courthouse, 700 S. Main #B5, Princeton, IL 61356. On March 23, 2016 at 10:00 a.m.

(G) The terms of the sale are: 10% to be paid in certified funds on the date of sale. Sale is subject to confirmation by the Court. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser shall be entitled only to a return of monies paid. Purchaser shall have no recourse against Mortgagor, Mortgagee or Mortgagee’s attorney. Property is sold “AS IS”.

Sale is subject to confirmation by the Court. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser shall be entitled only to a return of monies paid. Purchaser shall have no recourse against Mortgagor, Mortgagee, or Mortgagee’s Attorney.

(H) Title will be conveyed subject to all general real estate taxes which are a lien upon the real estate, but have not yet become due and payable, and special assessments, if any, and easements and restrictions of record, and is being sold “AS IS” without any representation as to the quality of title and without recourse to the plaintiff. Title will be conveyed subject to existing tenancies, if any.

By: /s/R. J. Lannon Jr. Attorney for Plaintiff R.J. Lannon, Jr. Herbolsheimer, Duncan, Eiten and Hintz, P.C. Attorneys at Law State Bank Building La Salle, IL 61301 Telephone: (815) 223-0111 Attorney No. 1576313 jlannon@hlhdr.com Published in the Bureau County Republican Feb. 9, 16 and 23, 2016.

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