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Princeton Farmers’ Market plans for an open-air structure

By Donna Barker dbarker@bcrnews.com

PRINCETON — The city of Princeton is moving forward with a lease agreement with the Princeton Farmers’ Market Cooperative, so the group can build an open-air pavilion struc-

ture for an expanded farmer’s market in Princeton.

At Monday’s meeting, the Princeton City Council had a first reading of an ordinance to approve a 20-year lease agreement with the Princeton Farmers’ Market Cooperative group for the use

of the city’s parking lot at the North Main Street/ Elm Place corner, where the city currently has its annual summer’s farmer’s market. The city council is expected to have its second reading and final approval of the lease agreement at its March 17 meeting.

After Monday’s sevenminute council meeting, group spokesperson Greg

Carrott said the new pavilion will be about 90 feet long and will run alongside of Main Street. The structure will have a roof and walk-throughs and provide space for 14 stalls for vendors and restrooms.

In time and as money allows, the plan is to build an addition to the pavilion which would include classroom space and a certified kitchen in order to provide

educational instructions and services for the community. A total of about $900,000 is needed to do everything, Carrott said.

The Princeton Farmers’ Market Cooperative has obtained its 501c3 status which means it can receive grants from foundations, and donations to the cooperative are tax-deductible for donors, Carrott said.

Fundraising letters are

Village board has several seats to fill

Sheffield Village Board hears from residents

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Without water for a month

Vacancies in Walnut

WALNUT — Walnut Village Board Trustee Aaron Staker submitted a letter of resignation to Acting Board President Dennis Grobe at the board’s meeting Monday night.

Staker, Walnut’s newest elected board trustee, submitted his letter of resignation. Because of career requirements, Staker is unable to continue as an active member of the board.

Grobe will immediately begin the search for Staker’s replacement.

Tiffany Pistole, village clerk, requested the board address the vacancies currently existing on some village board. These include two vacancies on the zoning board, one vacancy on the planning board and one on the Village Board of Appeals. Pistole urged the board to try to fill these vacancies as she has received some questions from village residents that should be referred for discussion by one or more of these boards and could require meetings to be held. Grobe urged the members of the board to present names to him of possible candidates.

expected to go out in the mail in coming days. An account has been established at Central Bank in Princeton.

The farmers’ market project couldn’t have gone forward without the support of city officials, Carrott said, adding his hope is the new pavilion will be completed by the fall.

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The Lenten season begins Early Wednesday morning, Father Jeff Stirniman of St. Louis Catholic Church in Princeton places the sign of the cross on the forehead of St. Louis Catholic School student Brennan Roden. Churches around the area celebrated the beginning of the Lenten season with Ash Wednesday services.

SHEFFIELD — Sheffield citizens exercised their fundamental right to petition grievances at the Sheffield Village Board meeting Monday night as they sought a remedy to water supply problems.

At issue are frozen pipes that are preventing water from flowing to the homes of at least four Sheffield households. Members of the group petitioned village leaders to look into ways to free up the water pipes at the previous village board meeting. At that meeting, they were told there was little that could be done to alleviate the issue. The board told the residents that it would be difficult to determine whether the frozen lines were on village or private property. The village also lacks the proper equipment to dig through earth frozen to the depth of 4 feet. Additionally, the village said it was impractical to tear up streets to determine the freeze location.

Sheffield citizen Erik Olson told the board that following the meeting in February, he had his water line tested for the possible location of the water stoppage. His contractor determined the stoppage was at

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Lincoln Elementary School children greet Private G.I. “Gabe” Stites with a patriotic song and flagwaving Tuesday afternoon at the Princeton school.

Stites, who is flanked in photos by his mother, Jody Stites, has been corresponding with Lincoln’s second-grade classroom taught by Heidi Anderson, in which Jody Stites is a teacher’s aide. A May 2013 graduate of Princeton High School, Stites, 19, now of Wyanet, recently graduated from the U.S. Marine Corps boot camp in California. Following 10 days on leave, the Marine will report to Camp Pendleton.

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Sheffield From Page 1 the village’s water main.

Olson said tests were performed on two other residents’ waterlines, and the results showed the freeze was not between the curb stop and the residences.

During the meeting, other citizens explained

not to charge that resident for the extra water.

Olson proposed the village check all affected residences for the location of the frozen line, so water service could be restored. He offered to use a jackhammer and volunteer his services if needed to restore service. He said that once

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that they have been without running water for a month. An 80-yearold resident has left town to due to the hardship.

All of the citizens’ residences lie along Mill Road. Another resident said she has been sharing water through a water hose with a neighbor.

She petitioned the village

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the location is determined, a steam process can be used to melt the ice in the frozen line.

All of the aggrieved residents believe the village showed a lack of concern when it said that nothing could be done to fix the situation other than a warming of the weather.

Village board member Brandon Behrens said since the residents had taken action to locate the source of the frozen line, it was time for the village to test its side of the line. Other members concurred with Behrens.

The village board decided to use the equipment it has on hand to determine the location of the frozen line. If the village determined it was unable to remedy the situation by itself, outside help would be called in to assist. Village Mayor Bill Rosenow said he would contact the village superintendent and his crew to start digging on Mill Road on Tuesday.

The village will call for outside someone help if necessary.

According to a board member, the situation highlighted the need for the village to have an adequate communication system to inform citizens of ways the village can help. The board said it offered the use of community hall water, but the residents said they weren’t informed of whom to contact to open the facility.

In other news, village engineer Mike Richetta informed the board that Mill Road lift station water Pump No. 2 was experiencing problems.

The pump won’t start. He said Pump No. 2 needs to be fixed, so Pump No. 1 doesn’t take the full brunt of the work. Richetta said it is always better to have two pumps running. He said the problem appears to be a faulty capacitor or an issue with the phase of the electricity supplying power to the pump.

Fortunately the pump is under warranty.

The next board meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. March 17.

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Soccer tournament put on hold Park district talks health insurance

By Donna Barker dbarker@bcrnews.com

PRINCETON — The Princeton Park Board is discussing possible soccer tournaments and how the new healthcare reform law impacts the park district.

At Monday’s meeting, the Princeton Park Board heard from board member Dennis Nink in his position as president of the Illinois Valley United Soccer Club League about a possible soccer tournament in August.

Before the park board could make any decision to grant a field facility allocation permit for a soccer tournament, along with the cost to be delivered, there has to be discussion between the Princeton Park District and Princeton Youth Soccer to determine an appropriate weekend for the proposed soccer tournament, Park District Executive Director Elaine Russell said on Tuesday.

Also, there are still some other questions that need answered.

For instance, the park board needs to know the number of teams which would be in the tournament, the needed field sizes, and how many games will be played per day. Also, what would be done in the event of rain, and what about insurance coverage by the soccer league? In Nink’s presentation to the board, many of these details are still pending, Russell said.

In other discussion points about the possible soccer tournament, it was suggested the Princeton Rotary Club would plan to invest

in the tournament, including the possible purchase of soccer goals. The park board questioned who would own the soccer goals after the tournament.

Also discussed was the possibility of permanent and temporary advertising at the soccer fields, which are located at Zearing Park.

The advertising sign issue was tabled to give the board further time to receive and review the park district’s policy on outdoor banner and temporary signs.

Due to the absence of board member Bob Halberg and Andy Marti, Gene Englehart, board president, recommended further discussion be tabled until all board members could be present.

Also at Monday’s meeting, the park board discussed the impact of the recent health care reform law on the park district.

According to information Russell has gathered, the park district should be able to continue its health and dental insurance coverage without any changes with regards to coverage for parttime employees. Since the park district’s parttime employees are primarily seasonal and temporary hires, those categories have been excluded until 2015.

Russell said she is currently in the process of getting quotes for health insurance renewal. Because of the park district’s low number of full-time employees and the part-time employees not working more than 30 hours a week on a regular basis, the park district is still not required to pay insurance on its part-time, seasonal or temporary employees, she said.

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Princeton Public Schools Foundations hosts trivia night Princeton Public Schools Foundation hosted their annual Trivia Night Feb. 22 at Hundred Acres Orchard. More than 200 people enjoyed food, drinks and trivia. The winning team was the McCutchan Friends and Family Trivia Team, which included Dave O’Melia (from left), Jeanne O’Melia, Jon McCutchan, Julie McCutchan, Tom McCutchan, Barb Ollila, Janice McCutchan and Ann Adams. All proceeds from the event went to the Princeton Public Schools Foundation support of scholarships and grants for students and teachers in the Princeton schools.

State police explain inquiry’s secrecy in death of 15-year-old

By David Giuliani Shaw Media Service

ROCK FALLS – State police aren’t treating the investigation into the death of a 15-year-old at a state trooper’s house any differently from others, a spokeswoman insisted Tuesday.

The agency has been keeping much of the information about the case under wraps, including the name of the trooper and the youth who fired the weapon. The victim was Matt Anderson, 15, a freshman at Rock Falls High School.

Preliminary results of the investigation show the shooting was an accident, said Monique Bond, the state police spokeswoman. It happened

shortly before noon Saturday, and almost immediately police reported it was an accident.

“The two juveniles who are friends happened to be at the residence of the trooper,” Bond said in a telephone interview.

“The other individual is a juvenile. His name isn’t being released. Nor do we release the names of troopers when there is an investigation. That information will be made public. These circumstances are different because it involves juveniles.”

It took more than two days for state police to confirm the town where the incident happened – in a rural area near Rock Falls. Before that, they would say only that it was in District 1 of the

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The trooper works for state police’s District 15, which handles all of Illinois’ tollways. He was on duty at the time of the shooting and not at his house, Bond said.

Before attending Rock Falls High, Anderson was a student at East Coloma School. He played on the school’s undefeated freshman football team and was a shooting guard for the basketball team.

He also was a member of the 2011 and 2013 Rock Falls Little League state champion teams.

“Whatever sport he was playing, Matt never complained, gave his all, and had a true love for the game,” his obituary read.

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“We will not be giving the (exact) location for safety reasons,” Bond said. “This involves the residence of a trooper.

That will never come out.”

She declined to say when the investigation would be finished.

“You don’t put a time frame on an investigation,” Bond said. “This has gone up the chain of command. The chain of command is aware.

This is an unthinkable tragedy.”

She wouldn’t say what type of weapon was used or whether it was owned by state police, facts that the investigation will determine.

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Pavilion From Page 1 In his comments, Mayor Keith Cain thanked Carrott for his leadership on the project, which the mayor described as a great thing for the community. The city has met with area business leaders who have shown support for the project. The city’s only direct involvement in the project is the leasing of the property to the group. The city has made sure the project meets all city zoning requirements and codes. The new pavilion will meet all accessibility requirements, the mayor said.

Looking ahead, Cain said the 2014 farmer’s market will go forward as usual this summer on the same North Main/Elm Place corner site, making any needed adjustments within the parking lot for construction. After the

Walnut From Page 1 Pistole also reported to the board that Julie VonHolten, chairperson for the annual 5K run held in conjunction with the July 4 celebration, has notified the clerk the race will be held on July 5, beginning at 8 a.m. VonHolten will be contacting the Walnut Police chief and village superintendent regarding setting up the race route and necessary barricades.

Also presented by Pistole was information regarding the proposed joint Facebook page between the village board and the Walnut Chamber of Commerce.

Pistole had contacted village attorney Rob LaSage, and he advised the village not pursue this joint venture.

He further recommended

new pavilion is completed, the city plans to pave the remaining parking lot area.

On Tuesday, Princeton City Manager Jeff Clawson said the lease agreement with the Princeton Farmer’s Market Cooperative is for $1 for the entire 20-year period.

Since the group is responsible for the building development costs, the city was able to provide the low-cost terms for the agreement. The city will cover all parking lot utility costs, such as electric for lights. The farmer’s market group will cover the utility costs for the structure, including water, sewer and electric, Clawson said.

For more information on the project, contact the Princeton Chamber of Commerce at 815-8752616.

Comment on this story at www.bcrnews.com. the village request that if the Chamber does build a Facebook page, there be an inclusion on that page stating the page is being maintained by the Chamber. The board agreed to make this request of the Chamber.

Board member Lee Sarver reported a large water leak has been discovered, and it is believed this leak is the cause of the village losing 60,000 gallons of water per day during the last few weeks. The leak was repaired on Monday, March 3.

The Law and Order Committee will be scheduling a meeting within two weeks to discuss both the proposed new squad car purchase and also the upgrading of the radio equipment for the village.

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Snow crews hit the roads once again Wednesday morning after a predicted one inch or so of light snowfall proves to be much hardier than originally thought. So far, an estimated 59 inches of snow have fallen in the Quad Cities area this winter. Fortunately, a milder weather pattern is forecast for the remainder of the week, with sunshine and temperatures reaching well into the 30s.

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Older boy pleads guilty to arson in Prophetstown fire 17-year-old interested in fire safety course

By Christi Warren Shaw Media Service

STERLING – The older half-brother involved in starting the July fire that burned down much of downtown Prophetstown pleaded guilty to arson Tuesday.

In return for the plea, prosecutors dropped 18 other charges against him.

Whiteside County Assistant State’s Attorney Carol Linkowski asked the judge to consider compensation for all of the victims of the fire.

Whiteside County Associate Judge Bill McNeal set the boy’s sentencing for April 22.

The boy turned 17 on Monday.

His younger halfbrother pleaded guilty to arson at the end of January and was sentenced to five years probation — the maximum allowable punishment.

As the 17-year-old entered his plea, his mother, sitting with her fiance and the rest of the boy’s family, sobbed quietly.

He has been living with his mother in Oshkosh, Wis., and will continue to do so. He has also apparently expressed interest in attending a fire safety

course offered by the Oshkosh Fire Department. Judge McNeal agreed with that idea.

Linkowski said the boys indicated to authorities after the fire that they had sneaked out of their father’s house and the 16-year-old had a lighter. She said they first set fire to a recycling bin by the library, which they watched burn out, before starting the fire behind Cindy Jean’s Restaurant. The boys took off their shirts and added them to the fire to increase the size of the flames, Linkowski said.

Authorities say it was the fire behind the restaurant that then spread, ultimately destroying

eight buildings and damaging two others. More than half a dozen people were left homeless.

The fire erupted about 2:30 a.m. in the 300 block of Washington Street, which is the town’s main street and the heart of its historic downtown business district.

The buildings were about 150 years old and housed business such as D’s Variety Store, Twisted Scissors salon, Kim’s Monograms, and the town’s historical society.

Shaw Media is not identifying the boys because they were charged as juveniles.

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Green gets prison term PRINCETON — A Bureau County man has been sentenced to five years in the Illinois Department of Corrections after pleading guilty in Bureau County Court to the Class 3 felony of possessing child pornography.

Jamie L. Green, 34, currently of the Illinois Department of Corrections and formerly of DePue, entered his guilty plea on Feb. 27 before Associate Circuit Judge C.J. Hollerich. Green was sentenced to serve five years in prison and ordered to pay fines, fees and court costs totaling $1,692. His sentence will run concurrent with the seven-year sentence he received on June 4, 2013, for aggravated criminal sexual abuse.

In March 2013, the DePue Police Department and Bureau County Sheriff’s Department led an investigation regarding allegations of sexual misconduct by Green. Green was arrested March 21, 2013, on charges of aggravated criminal sexual abuse and a search warrant was executed, resulting in the seizure of a computer at Green’s residence.

The computer was examined at the Illinois State Crime Lab following the seizure of Green’s computer.

After examining the contents of the computer, authorities determined the computer contained images of child pornography. Green was indicted by the Bureau County grand jury on Oct. 15, 2013, for child pornography.

Meeting Minutes Ladd School Board LADD —The Ladd Community Consolidated School District Board met in regular session Feb. 26, following the amended tax levy hearing. The following business was conducted in regular session: • Heard the district will receive an additional 6 cents reimbursement for school meals due to meeting the meal pattern requirements.

• Heard 13 children, ages 3 and 4 years old, were screened Feb. 26 for possible eligibility in next year’s Preschool for All Program.

• Heard 15 students are pre-registered for kindergarten for 2014-15. Parents who missed the pre-registration may call the school office at 815-894-2363 to make arrangements to pre-register.

• Heard the district hosted the BVEC Speech Contest on Feb. 26, with Ladd receiving eight first-place ratings and two second-place ratings.

• Announced Zeben Parochetti, Ethan Borelli, Rachel Padgett, Ethan Cattani, Max Manning, Ella Hollinger, Julian Pantoja and Conner Flanagan received firstplace rankings at the Ladd Science Fair. Their projects will go on to regional competition in DeKalb in March.

• Heard winners of the bowl-off to determine the school’s IESA bowling team are Erin Biccochi, Hannah Bernardoni, Katie Follmer, Kaelyn Hamalle, Conner Ripka, Alex Winner, Bobby Groleau and R.J. Talbot.

Meghan Bernardoni and Arlington Stiennen are the alternates.

• Heard the Family Math Night was very successful with more than 80 students and family members participating.

• Heard the annual reading incentive program this year is Iditaread. Cross-graded teams of students are reading their way from Anchorage to Nome.

• Announced Ashley Erwin and Matthew Dunseth were the recipients of this year’s Illinois Principals Association Award for exhibiting character, citizenship, leadership and scholarship.

• Announced ISAT has been scheduled for March 10-21.

• Heard the Ladd Community Education and Enrichment Foundation recently elected Mark Dempsey as vice-president. They are sponsoring D.A.R.E. for fifth- and sixth-graders, purchasing art samples for the preschool classroom, a document camera for the first grade classroom, pedometers for physical education, and agreed to spend up to $4,000 toward the purchase of an electronic school sign.

• Approved the amended tax levy with the same rates as originally approved, but moving some revenue into fire/life/safety.

• Adopted the calendar for the 2014-15 school year with a teacher institute on Aug. 15, and the first day of student attendance on Aug. 18. The last day of attendance will be May 26 if no emergency days are used.

• Authorized Superintendent Michelle Zeko to apply for a school safety grant and a school maintenance grant.

• Authorized the superintendent and bookkeeper to prepare the budget for the 2014-15 school year.

• Accepted the Dru Heggen’s resignation as Scholastic Bowl coach at the end of this season.

• Hired Brandy Cattani as cheerleading coach for the 2014-15 school year.

• Hired Steve Bosi as seventh and eighth grade boys’ basketball coach for the 2014-15 school year.

• Set the next regular board meeting for 7 p.m.

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Obituaries Larry Nevitt

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TISKILWA — Larry Lee Nevitt, 72, of Tiskilwa passed away Monday, March 3, 2014, at his home in Tiskilwa.

He was born Jan. 2, 1942, in Princeton to James V. and Francis (Greenback) Nevitt. He attended Tiskilwa High School and was in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1959 to 1963. He retired in 2002, after 22 years, as a diesel mechanic for Pilot and Road Ranger. He loved to fish, mushroom hunt and arrowhead collect.

Larry He is survived by his four children, Ann Nevitt Nevitt of Golden, Colo., Tim Nevitt and Randy Nevitt, both of Tiskilwa, and Wendy Nevitt Coll of Bagley, Iowa; nine grandchildren; and three greatgrandchildren. He is also survived by three sisters, Barb Schmitt of Tiskilwa, Rita Salsman of Tiskilwa and Linda Roberts of Buda; and two brothers, James Nevitt of Slidell, La., and Danny Nevitt of Florida.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, two brothers, one nephew and one greatgranddaughter.

A Celebration of Life will be from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday, March 11, at the Norberg Memorial Home in Princeton. Burial will be private and at a later date.

Memorials may be directed to the family.

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

PRINCETON — Maomia J. “Tina” Nelson, 74, of Princeton died Tuesday, March 4, 2014, at her home.

She was born July 4, 1939, in Green County, Ky., to James and Nannie (Skaggs) Purvis. She was a CNA for 30 years, having worked at Colonial Hall, Prairie View and Basswood. She attended Putnam County schools.

Surviving are five children, Delores Crane of Sheffield, William Lucas, John Purvis of Princeton, Ron Heitmann of Princeton and Kathy (Allen) Layton of Kasbeer; three grandchildren, Stephanie (Matt) Galassi of Sheffield, Ashley (Landon) Burke of West Brooklyn and Christopher Layton of Kasbeer; one great-grandchild, Jenna Galassi of Sheffield; two brothers, Floyd (Pearl) Beams of Utica and William (Gail) Beams of Florida; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one daughter, Diane Martin.

A Celebration of Life service will be at 5 to 8 p.m.

Friday, March 7, at the Norberg Memorial Home in Princeton.

Memorials may be directed to the family.

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Lucille Anderson PRINCETON — Lucille M. Anderson, 97, of Princeton passed away Tuesday, March 4, 2014, at Walnut Manor Nursing Home in Walnut.

She was born March 5, 1916, in Spring Valley to Quinto and Jennie (Minier) Mussatti. She graduated in 1934 from Hall High School in Spring Valley. She married Leslie Anderson June 16, 1944, at the Evangelical Covenant Church in Princeton. He preceded her in death in 2001.

Lucille She worked at the Bureau County Treasurer’s Office for 34 years. She was also a Anderson homemaker, farm wife and enjoyed baking and doing crafts. Her and her husband farmed in the Ohio and Wyanet areas. She was a member of the United Methodist Church in Princeton.

Surviving are one nephew, John Mussatti of Ladd, and numerous Anderson nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; one sister; Mary Mussatti; and two brothers, John Mussatti and Herman Mussatti.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 8, at the Norberg Memorial Home, Princeton, with the Rev. George Woosnam officiating. Burial will be in Valley Memorial Park, Spring Valley.

The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m.

Saturday, March 8, in the funeral home.

Memorials may be directed to Walnut Manor or the donor’s choice.

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

PRINCETON — Marjorie Ellen (Thomas) Kasbeer, a life-long Princeton resident, died Friday, Feb. 28, 2014, in Princeton.

She was born on the family farm east of Princeton. She attended the Colton School, Princeton Township High School and Stephens College. She married G. Richard Kasbeer Oct. 6, 1940. After marrying, they moved to Peoria, S.C., then to Chicago, before returning to Princeton Marjorie in 1945. She worked at Landahl’s in Kasbeer high school, then at Guzzardo’s when it opened. Later she took courses at Illinois Valley Community College, after which she worked almost 20 years at Matson Public Library.

She was an active member of PEO, Friends in Council and Hampshire Colony Congregational Church, and was a leader of Brownies, Girl Scouts and Cub Scouts. She served on the ad hoc committee to promote mental health services in Bureau and surrounding counties, and on the board of the Bureau County Historical Society.

She is survived by three children, Kathy Stephens of Princeton, Pamela (David) Henkel of Lake Forest and Richard (Susan) Kasbeer of Monterey, Calif.; a sister, Audrey Monier; five grandchildren, Christopher Stephens, Emily (Ryan) Hegenberger, Andrew (Erin) Henkel, Julie (Thomas) Hill and Sarah (TauBrantley Richard Guynn, infant son of Angelirean) Kasbeer-Smithe; and five great-grandchildren. ca “Angie” Wasielewski and Joshua Guynn, passed She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 away Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2014. years, Richard; and her parents, Harry and Ellen Arrangements are pending at Mueller Funeral Home Thomas. in Peru.

A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, April 24, at the Hampshire Colony Congregational Obit deadlines Church in Princeton. Private burial will be in LimerDeadlines for obituaries are 2 p.m. Monday for Tuesick Cemetery.

Memorials may be directed to Gateway Services, day’s paper, 2 p.m. Wednesday for Thursday’s paper and 2 p.m. Friday for Saturday’s paper.

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Sam R Fisher

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Determined to think spring Regardless of what it looks like outside my front window, it’s spring.

Five days into the first meteorological spring month of March, my yard is still snow-covered, and there’s still 6-foot high piles of snow up and down my street. And, to make matters worse, it’s snowing again.

But that’s OK … spring is officially here, and we have made it through a very tough winter. There’s even a few signs of spring.

A friend told me she saw three robins in her yard a couple weeks ago. As far as I know, this friend isn’t given much to hallucinations or fibbing. I COMMENTARY choose to believe her.

Another friend told me she has already bought her garden seeds and is plotting out her garden, at least in her mind.

And though I still haven’t plowed my way through the snow to my backyard garden spot, I can look out my kitchen window and envision the green which will appear before long. After all the whiteness of this winter, I think springtime green has become my new favorite color.

I can even visualize there will come a day when I will sit outside on our patio, read a book and feel the warmth of the sun.

But there’s no denying this has been a tough winter, the kind of winter which will almost become like folklore to us. Years from now, but probably not too soon, we will no doubt look back with a certain sense of fondness on the mighty winter of 2013-14.

Some of us more “fortunate” ones have lived through at least two mighty winters in our lifetimes. For some of us, it’s a bit hard to forget the mighty winter of 1978-79. Just as the “old timers” would say, now that’s a winter with which to be reckoned.

I was working at the Bureau County Republican that winter, expecting our first baby. The snow came not so much in inches, but in feet. I remember the Wyanet/Walnut blacktop being blocked just outside of town by the snow drifts. I remember people driving snowmobiles over fences. I remember neighbors helping out neighbors who couldn’t make it to their homes and farms.

In December 1978, the Bureau County area received about 31 inches of snow. The blizzard of Jan. 11-14, 1979, brought another 20 inches of snow and closed down about everything. The Quad Cities area ended that mighty winter with 64 inches of snow.

According to WQAD meteorologist James Zahara, the 2013-14 winter season for the Quad Cities area has brought 58.5 inches of snow, so far. This winter hasn’t been so much about amount the snow received, but its repeated hits of snowfall and the extent of the cold that it brought, he said.

Whatever their claims to infamy, both winters have been memorable.

But as for me, it will be nice to forget about winter for a while and think spring.

BCR Senior Staff Writer Donna Barker can be reached at dbarker@bcrnews.com.

Donna Barker

Marcia Hartwig City: Princeton.

Where did you grow up: Maytown, Ill. Family: Husband, Bob; daughters, Ashley and Lindsay.

First Person

be: A cruise ship.

What is your favorite local restaurant: The Garden Room.

If someone handed you a million dollars, how would you spend it: College for my daughters and travel.

Pets: Dogs, Brownie and Midnight; gerbils, Fred and George.

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

Occupation: Education coordinator at Perry Memorial.

People would be surprised to know that you: I grew up on a farm, helped bale hay and other interesting things.

What is the last song you listened to: “Roar” by Katy Perry.

If you were stranded on a desert island and could have just one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be: Seafood Alfredo from Olive Garden.

What is your favorite thing about the city you live in? The friendly people and downtown stores.

What is the last book you read?: No time for books, but I really enjoy People Magazine.

If you were stranded on a desert island and could take only one thing with you, what would it

If you could change one thing about your town, what would it be: More industry and jobs.

TO Letter THE Editor

Taxpayer abuse To the Editor, As of this year, U.S. Congress has yet to extend Wind Productive Tax Credits (PTC).

It is the first time in 20 years the PTC didn’t get a January extension.

This time there is heavy opposition from 120 conservative groups led

by American Prosperity and Senate and House members.

Some of the reasons for opposition are: PTC is expected to cost taxpayers $7.7 billion between 2014 and 2017.

Thirty states, plus Washington, D.C., receive no wind subsidies but pay

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their share of this tax burden. Wind is no longer a developing energy.

There is so little to show for 20 years of generous taxpayers’ handouts.

Wind is only 4 percent of the nation’s energy.

PTC enables negative pricing where some producers pay consumers to use their electricity.

PTC supports an unreliable energy source which puts a strain on the electric grid. This strain adds cost to rate-payers’ utilities bill. Some wind producers earn more from PTC than from the energy produced by their wind turbines.

Tennessee Sen. Lamar Alexander is quoted in

“Alexander: End Wind Subsidies, Double Energy Research, Create Jobs,” Chattanoogan.com, “not renewing the wind PTC would help produce new jobs because subsidizing wind drives up cost, undercuts reliable electricity and chases away jobs.”

Wind subsidies’ abuse to the taxpayer is not over. Montana Democratic Sen. Max Baucus, chairman of Senate Finance Committee, would like to continue PTC. The wind industry Washington lobby, American Wind Energy Association, remains a rich, powerful political influence.

If PTC would end, the transmission of wind from the Great Plains to the East Coast would not be robust. Thus the construction of long distance, high voltage transmission lines as: RICL, Duke ATC., Wind on the Rails, GBE, Prairie Gateway would also be less robust.

U.S. Rep. Adam Kinzinger has written he is against extending PTC. Sen. Durbin, wrote around the issue. Senator Kirk is silent.

Now is the time to act to stop this taxpayer abuse.

Mary Auchstetter Peru

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Life&Arts

Education — Jefferson Elementary School Announces PeaceBuilders. See Page 12.

Exhibit will feature Peru native Julie Jenkins PERU — Sue Gillio, director of Music Suite 408, has announced that the exhibit opening and reception by local artist Julie Jenkins will be from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

March 7 at the Music Suite 408 “PaintBox Gallery” located in the west wing of the historic Westclox Building in Peru. Light refreshments will be served. The event is free and open to the public.

Jenkins was born and raised in rural Ottawa. She studied art through high school and then went on to Illinois Valley Community College for her associate in art. She continued her education at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, where she received a Bachelor of Science in Art Education. She resides in Peru with her husband and two children. She is teaching middle school art, family living and graphic design at Parkside School in Peru. In addition, she holds the position of yearbook advisor, internal coach for the PBIS program head teacher and process manager for the school improvement team as well as serving on the crisis team.

Jenkis earned the Illinois Alliance for Arts Education Fine Arts Educator Award for 2013. She currently serves as the president of North Central Illinois ARTworks and is a member of the Illinois Art Education Association. Her work has been exhibited at the Collins and Co. Studio and Gallery and the Prairie Arts Center in Princ-

Fundraiser planned LADD — The Ladd After School Program will hold a chicken dinner fundraiser from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.

April 7 at Rip’s in Ladd. This will be for both dine in and carry out. There will also be a bake sale, 50/50 and raffles. Tickets are $7 and will be available at the door, from any Ladd After School parent or by calling the 815-228-1967.

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eton, and the Music Suite 408 Paintbox Gallery in Peru. She was featured in the spring and summer 2008 issue of Spirit magazine.

Jenkins’s March exhibit at the Music Suite 408 Paintbox Gallery is comprised of an ongoing study of trees and nature. She bases her painting primarily off of photographs taken on various trips.

Yosemite National Park, Yellowstone National Park, the Redwood Forest, Lake Tahoe and a variety of other parks are subject of many of these works. She has included many of the photographs that inspired these pieces for exhibit goers to the see the artistic judgements and liberties she takes with color and texture.

Betty at 815-664-2126 to register for the dinner.

Dues can be sent to the Eagle Hall or to Betty.

March birthdays are Donna Devert, Elvira Foreman, Elinor Nelson,

Lisa Sieg and Sue Wolf.

The fifth annual vendor fair will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 9 at the Peru Eagle Hall.

Monthly meetings will be March 13 and March 26

DAR plans luncheon PRINCETON — The Princeton-IL Chapter of NSDAR will meet Friday for its annual Youth Day Luncheon at the First United Methodist Church, 316 Church St. The annual luncheon honors area

students who have been chosen as their respective school’s DAR Good Citizen as well as the American History Essay winner. Members and guests should arrive at 11:30 a.m. for the noon meal.

Tom Ashby will present the program.

A brief chapter meeting will follow and Easter cards will be signed by members for the LaSalle Veterans’ Home residents.

Town Hall Meeting Friday March 7, 2014 @ 7:00P.M. Walnut Community Center 129 South Main Street, Walnut, Il. This is to meet and greet.

Alex ARAuzA Republican Candidate

Sheriff for Bureau County This is an opportunity to get to know Alex, who will share his Vision for the citizens he will serve. Alex is a man with Integrity. He is truly a role model for the younger generation who is our future. Caring begins with a deep commitment to keep our children and our community safe.

Please join us this evening to hear what Alex would like to share and you will have an opportunity for Q & A.

Refreshments Provided.

Community Notes Foreign language fair PRINCETON — The Princeton High School German and Spanish clubs will host a foreign language fair from 5 to 7 p.m. today, Thursday, in the cafeteria.

Admission is free, but it costs $5 to go through the food line. German food includes brats and potato pancakes; Spanish food includes chicken fajitas and chips and salsa. There will be cultural activities, crafts, foreign language karaoke, and T-shirts and candy for sale. The public is invited to attend.

FOE 2688 will honor past presidents PERU — Fraternal Order of Eagles 2688 will honor its past presidents at 6 p.m. March 26. The meal will include spaghetti, salad, bread and dessert. Members can call

Forum — There will be a community-wide forum in Spring Valley to discuss the importance of education. See Page 12.

Paid for by Citizens for Alex Arauza

(past presidents dinner).

New members as always welcome. Anyone interested should contact secretary Betty Parks at 815664-2126.

PRINCETON — The GFWC Woman’s Club of Princeton will meet at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the Prouty Building in Princeton. Lola Huffaker will present an entertaining program, “Aren’t you going to wear that thing in your closet?” Members and guests are invited to wear or bring a special or interesting apron. Hostesses will be Bonnie Bangert and Elaine Bolatto. Guests are welcome. For more information, contact President Clara Pease at 815-872-0430.

Leadership dinner PERU — The Illinois Valley Democratic Women will host the annual leadership dinner at 6 p.m. Saturday at the Peru Eagles. Lt. Gov. Sheila Simon will be the keynote speaker, and there will be a presentation about the Radium Dial Girls. The first-ever Mary Ann McCormick Service & Leadership Award will be presented to a nominee at the dinner. All are welcome.

Music will be provided by Kevin Kramer. Tickets for dinner, drinks and music are available for $40 each.

To purchase tickets, email secretary@ivdemocraticwomen.org or call 815-866-5167.

Make Someone Happy • Happy anniversary today, Thursday, to Rex and Roszan Conger. From your friends at Princeton Rotary.

• Happy birthday on Friday to Keith Dickinson.

From Elaine and Patty.

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Religion Briefs Fish fry PRINCETON — St. Louis School will hold a fish fry from 4:30 to 7 p.m. every Friday during Lent, from March 7 to April 11. Dinners include baked or fried fish and dessert. The cost is $8 for adults and $5 for children. To order carryouts, call 815-872-8521.

Pancake breakfast SHEFFIELD — The Knights of Columbus will hold an all you can eat pancake and sausage breakfast from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday at St. Patrick’s parish hall in Sheffield. The cost is $6 for adults, $2 for children 7-12 years old and free for children under 6 years old.

Open Table Supper SHEFFIELD — The Sheffield United Methodist Church will host the Open Table Supper from 5 to 6 p.m. Sunday for those who are hungry or lonely, want to stretch their food dollars or just want to visit with friends. The March menu will be pasta bar, garlic bread, lettuce salad and dessert.

In February, the United Church of Christ donated desserts and in March St. Patrick’s Catholic Church will provide desserts.

Pie and coffee club CHERRY — Holy Trinity will hold its monthly pie and coffee club at 1:30 p.m. today, Thursday, in the Holy Trinity hall on Main Street in Cherry. It is sponsored by the Cherry United Methodist Church of Christ and Holy Trinity Catholic Church.

Parent’s day out accepting applications PRINCETON — Parent’s Day Out, located in the First United Methodist Church at 316 S. Church St., is now accepting registrations for the 2014-2015 school year.

Beginning its fourth year, Parent’s Day Out is a quality, affordable and flexible childcare program which gives parents a break and offers structured activities for children. The program is for children ages 2-4 and runs from September to May. Classes are from 8:30 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Parents have the option to enroll their child twice a month, once a week or twice a week.

Space is limited. To register, contact the First united Methodist Church at 815-872-2821. For more information, visit the Parent’s Day Out Facebook page.

Smelt and fish fry HENRY — The Knights of Columbus in Henry will host a smelt and fish fry from 5 to 7 p.m. March 14 at the River Valley Bowl in Henry. The meal includes smelt, fish, corn fritters, baked potatoes, green beans, cole slaw and beverages. It is an all you can eat. Carry outs are available. The cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 6-12 and free for children under 6.

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Shelter Insurance offers scholarship MANLIUS — Shelter Insurance agent Rita Frank, along with the Shelter Insurance Foundation, will award a $2,000 scholarship to a graduate of Bureau Valley High School this spring. A committee of local high school officials and community leaders will select the local recipient. The committee will consider each applicant’s scholastic achievements, educational goals, citizenship, moral character and participation and leadership in school and community activities. The scholarship is given without regard to race, disability, religion, national origin or gender of applicants.

The name of the recipient will be announced at the close of the school year.

The student may apply the scholarship funds toward tuition, fees, or campus housing for any course of study beginning the fall after the recipient’s high school graduation and leading to an academic degree at any accredited college or university. The Foundation makes payment directly to the school.

Applications and additional information about the scholarship will be available in early March and should be completed and returned to the school official serving on the selection committee by March 31.

For more information, interested seniors should contact their high school counselor or principal or Shelter Insurance Agent Rita J. Frank.

Open House Keigwin An open house and card shower to celebrate the 100th birthday of Mabel Keigwin will be from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday at Walnut Manor Nursing Home in Walnut.

Mabel Kofoed was born March 10, 1914, and lived in the Harmon/Walnut area. She married Tom Young and moved to North Dakota. They lived there for many years.

Tom farmed and Mabel was a school teacher.

Y e a r s after Tom’s passing, Mabel came back to the Walnut area and Keigwin married Charles Keigwin. They lived on the Keigwin farmstead north of town.

Charles passed away in February 2010. Mabel now resides at Walnut Manor.

Cards may be sent to Mabel in care of Walnut Manor, 308 S. Second St., Walnut, IL 61376.

Photo contributed

Library receives donation Carol Bird (right), Friends of Princeton Public Library president, presents a $10,000 check to Princeton Public Library librarian Julie Wayland for library materials and programs at the library. The money for this donation comes from the proceeds of Friends book sales that are held throughout the year. In addition to the book sales, the Friends also offer an ongoing “books for sale” shelf in the library.

Open House Ernst

ren, Matthew Warren and Nicolas Warren; and three great-grandchildren, Faith, Devon and Connor Ernst.

After serving in the Navy during World War II, Ernie went to college at Culver Stockton and then went on to earn his master’s degree in biology at Western Illinois University.

After teaching high school for a few years, he found his true calling was being a salesman. He served the granite industry for most of his life as a representative of several manufacturers to the monument dealers throughout the Midwest.

Cards and well wishes would be appreciated and may be sent to: Ernie Ernst, 508 Park Ave. East, Princeton, IL 61356.

An open house to celebrate the 90th birthday of Harold J. “Ernie” Ernst will be from 2 to 4 p.m.

Saturday at Greenfield in Princeton.

Ernie was born March 8, 1924, to Joel and Lora Ernst in Hamilton, Ill., the youngest of six. He married Marianna Carson Maxwell on Feb. 21, 1947.

She passed on May 25, 2007.

Ernie has three children, Edward Ernst of Kalama, Wash., Rebecca Vail of Blooming Prairie, Minn., and Lora Warren of Princeton; nine grandchildren, Jason Ernst, Phill Ernst, Katy Ernst, Amanda Vail, Kristin Vail, Samantha Warren, Jacob War-

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Pancake and sausage breakfast ARLINGTON — St. Patrick Parish, Arlington, will hold its annual pancake and sausage breakfast from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 16 in the Bishop Franz Hall. The all you can eat breakfast will feature Nuco’s sausage, pancakes, eggs, toast and beverage. Tickets are $6 for adults, $4 for children 6-10 years old and free for children under 5.

Carryouts are available. Tickets will be sold at the door.

Bureau County Cluster concert WALNUT — The Bureau County Cluster will perform at 4 p.m. March 29 at the Red Oak United Methodist Church, north of Route 92 between Walnut and Ohio.

The concert will feature P. Diddy and the Trustees.

There will be a free will offering and a light dinner to follow.

Soup and sandwich dinner WALNUT — The Walnut United Methodist Women’s Fellowship is hosting a chili, chicken noodle soup and sandwich dinner from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday in the church dining room. Cost is by donation.

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9 Sports Thursday, March 6, 2014 • 9 Twice as nice — BV South captured both BVEC girls basketball championships.

See page 10 for team pictures.

High school football

Storm job drawing familiar faces

By Kevin Hieronymus Shiela Browning

Browning, Martinez named as all-LTC

By Kevin Hieronymus khieronymus@bcrnews.com

Two LaMoille/Ohio seniors, Shiela Browning and Vanessa Martinez, have been named to the Little Ten All-Conference Team.

Browning was one of eight players selected unanimously, including Kristine Zitt and Jasmine Mitchell of conference champ Newark, Demi Witter and Ashante Witter of Serena, Jacqueline Madden and Lauren Paver of sectional champ Hinckley-Big Rock.

Rounding out the all-conference squad was Martinez and Indian Creek senior Samantha Mosley.

Newark went 8-0 to win the league championship, taking the F/S title as well at 7-0. Serena was runner-up at both levels with one loss. Serena beat Newark 47-46 in the LTC tournament finals.

Serena won a regional championship for the first time in program history. Indian Creek won its second, defeating LaMoille/ Ohio at Earlville.

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Shootout success The 2014 Princeton Boosters Shootout brought 35 teams of boys in grades 5-8, including Princeton sixth-grader Liam Duffin (above) and Bureau Valley seventh-grader Noah Johnson. The Storm finished second with the Princeton sixth-grade cagers claiming third. For a list of winners, please see scoreboard on page 11.

BCR photos/ Kevin Hieronymus

Youth wrestling

Tiger Town qualifies 14 for sectional

By Kevin Hieronymus khieronymus@bcrnews.com

PEORIA — The Tiger Town Tanglers qualified 14 kids wrestlers for sectionals from the regional tournament in Peoria.

Three Tanglers advance as regional champions in the Novice Division: Braden

Boyles, Peyton Hammerich and Chase Tatum They will be joined at sectionals in Rock Island Saturday by Kody Mongan and Andrew Peacock, who placed second in intermediate; Luke Peacock, who was second in novice; Alexander Peck, second in senior; Matthew Harris, Shaylyn

Hartmann and Dallas Hill, third in novice; Conner Alter and Brody Spencer, who placed third in senior; Augie Christiansen, who placed fifth in intermediate; and Gavin Vetter, who placed fifth in senior.

The season ends for the bantam and tot divisions.

At regional, Danny Cihocki

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Vanessa Martinez

and Robert Nelson placed first, Nathanial Irizarry was second and Ace Christiansen was second in bantam.

For the tots, Nolan Kloepping, Gavin Lanham and Kameron Wersinger all placed second and Michael Kurth placed third.

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Bureau Valley has yet to interview for a head varsity football coach, but it is a vacancy drawing much interest and familiar faces.

Principal Eric Lawson said BV is still taking applicants for the job and has a committee formed for the hiring process. At this time, he said, there has been no interviews set.

“We don’t want to hurry and rush things. It’s a valuable position at Bureau Valley and we want to make sure we do due diligence to get the right person in place,” he said.

Lawson added the coach could be hired at the April board meeting. The new coach will take over for Jeff Ohlson, who resigned in January, to concentrate on his teaching and athletic director positions.

Lawson confirmed two names that have been talked about in and around the Bureau Valley community - former Storm coach Jason Kirby and Manlius native Spencer Davis.

See Storm Page 11

Boys basketball roundup

EIC edges Bago in OT

By Kevin Hieronymus khieronymus@bcrnews.com

The Bureau Valley 2A sectional got off to a bang Tuesday with an overtime thriller between Elmhurst Immaculate Conception and Winnebago.

When the smoke cleared, EIC walked away with a 65-63 win over the Indians.

A final shot by Winnebago’s Ryan Swigart (19 points) rolled around the rim and out as time expired.

“He got the shot we wanted; he shoots that thing real well, and it almost always rolls in for us,” Winnebago coach Joe Murphy told the Rockford Register Star. “But, it just didn’t want to fall this time. They all sting; they all sting for awhile. These, these especially hurt.”

Elmhurst-IC coach T.J. Tyrrell said his team showed great resiliency.

“Winnebago is good, very good. But we didn’t come in intimidated. We told them to believe, believe, believe,” Tyrrell told the Register Star.

EIC (23-6) advances to Friday’s finals to play Wednesday’s semifinal winner between Seneca and Sterling Newman.

Clark Brinkman led EIC with 24 points,

​PYBSL makes a pitch for summer Kevin Hieronymus

There may be a solid blanket of snow on the ground, but the Princeton Youth Baseball and Softball League is making HIERONYMUS’ HYPOTHESIS its pitch for the summer season.

PYBSL is teaming up with the Princeton Optifor PYBSL from 5 to 7 p.m. mist Club to present a special Friday or from 8 to 10 a.m. showing of the great AllSaturday at the Prouty BuildAmerican classic, “The Sanding will receive free tickets lot,” at the Apollo Theatre. for themselves and family Any player who signs up members for the presentation

of “The Sandlot” at 10 a.m.

Saturday.

The presentation is open to the first 320 people. Players can bring their families.

While the movie combination is a way to encourage early registration, PYBSL board member Amy Thompson said the league wants to show its support for its youth and community.

“It shows that one of PYBSL’s main goals is to be sup-

portive of families and youth of our community. The kids in our community are the most important thing to us as a league,” Thompson said.

“People are sick and tired of winter. What a great way to show that summer is just around the corner.”

Thompson describes “The Sandlot” as a great classic movie about fun, friendship and the love of baseball. She

See Hieronymus Page 11

See Boys Page 11

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Pheasants Forever banquet on tap See ya tonight (Thursday) at the Pheasants Forever banquet at the Met. The OUTDOOR COLUMNIST weather has changed, and we all seem to be a lot happier now. organization.

Let’s support the • One month from Bureau County chapter now will be the openof Pheasants Forever ing of the inland trout with our attendance at this event. Food is great, season at the Hennepin Canal Parkway. The day prizes are great and begins at 6 a.m. April 5, everyone should have a this will get here sooner great time. than you think. Mark The local chapter has that one down also. been very good about License and trout stamp working with youth. is required for people 16 They have sponsored years old and older. By live pheasant hunts the way, the ice is about where students could 20 inches thick at the shoot over good bird parkway. dogs and walk with an • I do hope Bureau experienced hunter.

They have helped area County can escape the possible winter kill due habitats and have supto the lengthy duration plied seeds for individuof ice over our lakes, als to plant food plots. ponds, and canal. There Percentage wise, they will be some, but let’s help Bureau County a hope there’s not much. great deal. Hope you • This will be a great support them tonight. weekend for you to go Doors open at 5 p.m. out and harvest a few • While you are looking at the calendar, don’t coyotes. You sure can hear them at night. forget the big WhiteLee Wahlgren is the tail banquet coming BCR Outdoor Columup in two weeks. This nist. Contact him at is another great event pdub52@gmail.com. sponsored by a great

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BVEC eighth-grade champs

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Bureau Valley South captured the BVEC eighth-grade championship and defeated BV North in the conference tournament championship game. Team members are (front row, from left) Sophia Myong, Saige Barnett, Nicole Wirth, Haley Weidner, Cassidy Olds, Addison Moreland, Caile Mathas, Alyssa Newson, Katelyn Splitt, Caitlyn Starr and coach Pat Corwin.

BVEC seventh-grade champs Bureau Valley South captured the BVEC seventh-grade championship. Team members are (front row, from left) Yely Osorio, Anika Mead, Madison Maltas, Emma Baker, Tatum Primo; (second row) Destiney Frank, Alyssa DeSplinter, Kristy Mathas and Hannah Williams; and (back row) coach Dan Gustafson, Teridaun Merritt, Madison Splitt, Madison Thomas, Madison Mares, Saige Barnett, Jenna Nordstrom, coach Mandy Crawford, Ryanne Balensiefen and Alexe Aguirre.

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Hieronymus

From Page 9 says most everyone has a favorite line from the move, hers being, “You’re killin’ me Smalls.”

Along with the free admission, anyone donating a piece of new or used baseball equipment (excludes baseballs) in good condition will receive a free bucket of popcorn. It’s a good way to clear out your own equipment room, Thompson said, and help others.

Remaining sign-ups will be held from 5 to 7 p.m.

March 12, from 8 to 10 a.m. March 15 and from 5 to 7 p.m. March 19 at the Prouty Building.

PYBSL is a member of the Western Bureau Valley League,which includes the communities from Annawan, Buda, Kewanee, LaMoille, Manlius, Tampico, Walnut and Wyanet.

• Moving on: Madison Lord, a senior at DeKalb High School, will sign Friday to play volleyball at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Fla. The barbies setter/right side hitter, was the DeKalb Chronicle’s Player of the Year.

She is the daughter of Princeton High School

Storm

From Page 9

Kirby coached the Storm to a state-title game appearance in 2004, capping a five-year run at BV in which he had four playoff qualifiers and a 41-15 record.

Since his departure, he has coached at Herrin (2005), Sherrard (200609), Rockridge (2010-12) and is presently at Canton. He attended the Feb. 21 home BV basketball game.

Davis is a 1993 alumnus of Manlius High School and all-conference quarterback for Ken Bourquin’s Red Devils.

He has been a successful youth coach in Princ-

Boys

From Page 9

though he did not score in overtime before fouling out.

DeLundre Dixon had 17 points for Winnebago (24-6) • 3A boys regionals: Top-seeded Mendota beat Rock Falls 60-48 in semifinal play Tuesday in the LaSalle-Peru 3A Regional.

James Carroll carried the Trojans with 21 points with Mark Prescott adding 14 and Joe LaShonse 12.

“We showed some toughness early as Rock Falls came out on fire.

We stuck to our game plan and eventually batted back,” Mendota coach

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graduate Michael Lord and the granddaughter of Bob and Alice Lord of Princeton.

• Moving up: Princeton native Blair Hubbard is moving up the Colorado football ranks from 2A Faith Christian to 3A Lutheran Parker High School on the other side of Denver. Hubbard, a 1987 graduate of PHS, led Faith Christian to three state championships and 14 playoff appearances in 15 years.

The Eagles reached the 2A title game last fall.

“It was time for a new battle to fight and to take on a new challenge at a higher classification,” Hubbard said.

In Arizona, Chris McDonald has been named as the head football coach and athletic director at Maricopa High School. He had been assistant coach for eight years for Arizona powerhouse Hamilton, which had won five state titles in the stretch.

McDonald is the son of Princeton natives Jerry and Patty (Ellberg) McDonald and the grandson of Terry Ellberg of Princeton and the late BCR photo/ Kevin Hieronymus Carl Ellberg Jr. Kevin Hieronymus is the BCR Sports Editor.

Contact him at khieroPrinceton’s Caleb Alter gets after it on defense in the sixth-grade portion in nymus@bcrnews.com.

Sunday’s finals of the Princeton Shootout. Princeton finished third.

Defense

eton.

LaSalle-Peru is also in search of a new football coach following the resignation of Joe Sassano last month.

• In other high school athletic news, principals of the Three Rivers Athletic Conference will meet Thursday with the hot topic of league formation on the table. The TRAC is switching from North and South divisions to East and West for all sports except football for the 2014-15 school year. There will be heavy discussion going to one league and not having divisions Lawson anticipates the vote to be very close.

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Jan Thompson said. “It’s tough to beat a team three times, but our kids played with a lot of confidence.

This just gets us closer to one of our goals.”

The Trojans (21-8) seek their second straight regional championship in 3A at 7 p.m. Friday against Dixon (21-6).

• 4A boys regional: Ottawa was bumped to 4A for the first time this year, but still drew the top seed at the Rock Island Regional. The season for the Pirates (22-2) came to an end Tuesday with a 72-62 loss at the hands of No. 5 East Moline. John Carroll led Ottawa with 24 points.

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Scoreboard

FRIDAY: Title - Wethersfield vs. winner 2, 7 p.m.

At Hanover

Basketball

Junior high boys Princeton Shootout

5th grade: 1. East Moline, 2.

Princeton.

6th grade: 1. Sterling, 3. Princeton.

7th grade: 1. Sterling, 2. Bureau Valley.

8th grade: 1. Sterling; consolation champs - Princeton. 3-Point Shootout winner – Christian Parry, Princeton.

1A boys sectionals At Colfax Ridgeview

Tuesday: Heyworth 81, Mt. Pulaski 57 WEDNESDAY: Game 2 - Putnam County (22-8) vs. Roanoke-Benson (22-9).

FRIDAY: Title - Heyworth( 23-7) vs. winner 2, 7 p.m.

At Brimfield

Tuesday: Wethersfield 48, Brimfield 45.

WEDNESDAY: Game 2 - Liberty vs.

Mendon Unity.

Tuesday: Indian Creek 59, Hanover River Ridge 45.

WEDNESDAY: Game 2 - Dakota vs.

Eastland.

FRIDAY: Title - Indian Creek vs. winner 2, 7 p.m.

2A boys sectionals At Bureau Valley

Tuesday: Elmhurst IC 65, Winnebago 63 (OT).

WEDNESDAY: Game 2 - Seneca (23-5) vs. Newman (27-2), 7 p.m.

FRIDAY: Title - Elmhurst IC (23-6) vs. Winner 2, 7 p.m.

At Stanford Olympia

Tuesday: Bloomington CC 77, Tremont 61.

Wednesday: Game 2 - Rockridge (27-0) vs. Monmouth-Roseville (22-4).

FRIDAY: Title - Bloomington CC vs. winner 2, 7 p.m.

Boys standings BCR Boys

Bureau Valley (10-4 TRACN) .20-12 Hall (7-5 TRACS) .............17-11

St. Bede (7-4 TRACS) .......16-13 DePue (1-6 TCC) .............. 7-16 LaMoille/Ohio (1-6 LTC) .... 5-21 Princeton (3-9 TRACS)...... 5-22 Three Rivers South . . Conf. All

+Rockridge...................... 11-0 27-0 Kewanee .........................9-3 19-6 St. Bede .........................7-4 16-13 Hall ...............................7-5 17-11 Sherrard .........................4-8 9-15 Princeton . ......................3-9 5-22 Orion ............................ 0-12 4-24 Three Rivers North . . Conf. All

+Newman........................ 13-1 27-2 Bureau Valley ................. 10-4 20-12 Fulton............................ 9-5 21-9 Morrison . .......................9-5 13-16 Prophetstown ..................8-5 15-14 Riverdale ....................... 4-10 8-21 Amboy............................ 1-12 3-21 Erie............................... 1-13 2-25 Other area boys teams

Ottawa (9-0 NIB12W) ........ 22-1 Henry (6-1 TCC) .............. 23-5 Putnam County (6-2 TCC)... 22-8 Mendota (7-4 BNCW) ........ 19-8 Fieldcrest (8-4 HOIC) .......18-13

Sports Shorts PYBSL signups

PRINCETON — All players who sign up for the 2014 Princeton Youth Baseball and Softball League season from 5 to 7 p.m.

Friday and 8 to 10 a.m. Saturday at the Prouty Building will receive free tickets to a special viewing of “The Sandlot” at the Apollo Theatre compliments of PYBSL and the Princeton Optimist Club.

Other registration periods will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. March 12, 8 to 10 a.m. March 15 and 5 to 7 p.m.

March 19. For more information, visit www. pybsl.or on Facebook.

PHS softball clinic

PRINCETON — The Princeton High School softball staff and team will conduct a softball clinic for girls in Grades 4-8 from noon to 4 p.m. on March 8 at PHS. Equipment needed will be a softball glove, tennis shoes and a bat, if you have one.

For more information and to register, contact PHS coach Bob James at 815-866-3679.

Annawan ........................15-14 Marquette (6-2 TCC) ........17-12 LaSalle-Peru (2-7 NIB12W). 10-17 Rock Falls . .................... 8-20 3A girls state At Redbird Arena, Normal

FRIDAY: game 1 - Lombard Montini vs. Burlington Central, 12:15 p.m. Game 2 - Joliet Catholic vs. Quincy ND, 2 p.m.

SaturDAY: third - losers 1-2, 12:15 p.m. Title - winners 1-2, 2 p.m.

4A girls state At Redbird Arena, Normal

FRIDAY: game 1 - Geneva vs. Rolling Meadows, 6:30 p.m. Game 2 - Whitney Young vs. Chicago Hts Marian, 8:15 p.m.

SaturDAY: third - losers 1-2, 12:15 p.m. Title - winners 1-2, 2 p.m.

Volleyball

Junior high girls At Peru Catholic

7th grade: Peru Catholic def.

Cherry 25-17, 25-17. Cherry: Hayleigh Brokaw 5.

8th grade: Cherry def. Peru Catholic 25-19, 25-9. Cherry: Madison Soldati 12, Courtney Kobold 12.

* thank you *We really appreciate the recognition by U.S.News & World Report that ranks us among Tier 1 National Universities. We share this recognition across the university, with every department and each program. It’s reflected in the research our faculty spearhead, the patents we earn, and the awards our students win. We don’t do any of these things for the accolades. We do them because we think there’s no such thing as too ambitious.

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Education Dean’s list Illinois Valley Community College

PeaceBuilders of the Week Jefferson Elementary School Izabella Hannah Birkey Herro Izabella is a kind, a caring and a very responIzabella sible young lady. She enjoys learning and always does her very best. We are very proud of her.

Neveah Briddick Neveah is a sweetheart. Her quiet and Neveah kind personality fills our buckets every day. Neveah is always willing to lend a helping hand and encourage others.

Thanks for being an awesome friend, Neveah. You’re a super star.

Stihl Brokaw Stihl has an A+ attitude and is an awesome Stihl PeaceBuilder. He works hard, is a good friend and uses his manners. Stihl is a fun, loveable kindergartner who adds happiness and joy to our room.

Anna Boughton Anna is a PeaceBuilder from the heart. She is Anna a friend to everyone; she is courteous and respectful. We can count on Anna to be number one with her peace sign up. She is a ray of sunshine everyday in our kindergarten classroom.

Grant Morse G r a n t is a kind and caring friend Grant who plays with everyone. He is a good citizen and a super PeaceBuilder who follows the rules.

Hannah is a true blue PeaceBuilder. She uses Hannah such kind and encouraging words when reading with a friend. It just warms her teacher’s heart to hear Hannah praise and coach her friends. What a bucket filler Hannah is.

Brody Reviglio B r o d y is an A+ P e a c e Builder.

Brody He always comes to school ready to learn and do his best.

He is very polite and respectful. Brody models great behavior each day. Way to go Brody.

Ashley Richardson Ashley is a very sweet, loving and kind friend.

Ashley She is very responsible and trustworthy and always puts in 100 percent effort.

Jasia Robbins Jasia has a wonderful smile. She Jasia always uses her good manners words. She cares so much about her friends. Thanks Jasia for your awesomeness.

Lexi Sims Lexi is like a ray of sunshine.

Her smile lights up our Lexi classroom.

She has a positive attitude and is a super duper helper.

PeaceBuilders is sponsored by the Princeton Substance Abuse and Violence Prevention program in cooperation with various Bureau County schools. PeaceBuilders is a proactive program designed to help schools and communities create an environment that reduces violence and improves the learning process, leading to increased academic success.

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BV students named as Prairie State Scholars Bureau Valley Students who were named as Prairie State Scholars are Kaitlyn Johnson (front row, from left), Lacey DeVenney, Katelyn DeBrock, Janelle Norden, Emelie Geuther, Kody Church (back row), Andrew Smith, Tucker Schoff, Andrew Jacobs, Daniel Trone and Logan Twidell. The Prairie State Achievement Exams, which are given in April, consist of two days of testing. The students take a variety of tests including the ACT and tests developed the Illinois State Board of Education. To be named a Prairie State Scholar, a student must have achieved the highest possible score range to exceed the state standards in at least one of the three test areas: Reading, Math, and Science.

SV plans education forum SPRING VALLEY — A coalition of major stakeholders and education advocates in Spring Valley will hold a community-wide forum at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday on the new importance of education in determining the economic prospects for the city and its residents. The meeting will be in Spring Valley City Hall’s Community Room, 215 N. Greenwood St. Sponsors of the forum are Hall Township High School, Illinois Valley

Community College, City of Spring Valley, Spring Valley Boosters, Spring Valley Partners for Progress and the North Central Regional Betterment Coalition.

Featured speakers are Hall High School Superintendent Michael Struna, who will cover the impact of the most recent high school performance report card, and IVCC President Jerry Corcoran who will draw the line from academic achievement to economic prosperity in a rap-

idly changing world.

Spring Valley economic development director Debb Ladgenski said the meeting is intended for “any resident of Spring Valley concerned about the future of their children, and/or the future of Spring Valley as a vibrant community.”

For more information, contact Fran Brolley at 815-224-0466 or fran_brolley@ivcc.edu, Struna at 815-664-2100 or mstruna@bhsroe.k12.il.us or Ladgenski at sveconomics@comcast.net.

PAC will award scholarship PRINCETON — Princeton’s Prairie Art Council will award the annual $1,000 Art Scholarship this spring.

All graduating seniors, or the equivalent if homeschooled, who reside in Bureau County, and who will be attending college as an art major in the fall of 2014, are invited to apply. There will be a first runner-up award

of $200.

The award will be determined through a portfolio competition.

Students should prepare a portfolio of five to 10 original works, a statement of intention and a letter of recommendation. These should be delivered to the Prairie Arts Council, 24 Park Ave. East, Princeton, between 2 and 4 p.m.

May 7. A panel of members appointed by the Prairie Arts Council will award the scholarship. The winner will be announced during the following week.

Further information is available from area high school art and guidance faculty, and from PAC Art Scholarship Director Dana Collins at ndana@ comcast.net.

Sheriff’s scholarship available Bureau County Sheriff John Thompson has announced the Illinois Sheriff’s Association will award more than $53,000 in college scholarships through the state of Illinois to students wishing to pursue a high education during the 2014-15 academic year.

The ISA scholarships are to applied to tuition, books and fees only. The student must be enrolled

full-time at a certified institution of higher learning within the state of Illinois.

Thompson will award one $500 scholarship to a student resident of Bureau County.

Applicants must be permanent residents of Illinois, scholarships must be utilized at institutions of higher learning within the state of Illinois and students must be enrolled

as a full-time student during the 2014-15 school year.

Applications are available at the sheriff’s office, 700 S. Main St., Princeton or at www.ilsheriff. org. Interested students must complete the application in full, answer the essay question and return all documentation to the sheriff’s office within their county of residence

by March 15.

OGLESBY — Illinois Valley Community College has released its 2013 fall semester presidential honors list.

Students who have earned a grade point average of 3.75 to 4.0 in 12 or more semester hours are: Cortnie Riordan of Buda, Rebekah Dagraedt of Cherry, Alexandria Braboy of Dalzell, Hannah Sons of Dalzell, Alejandra Alcala of DePue, Brandon Hopps of LaMoille, Trevor Mills of LaMoille, Aubrey Molln of LaMoille, Macee Monroe of LaMoille, Brittany Bejster of Malden, Eric Farrell of Ohio, Austin Rosene of Ohio, Dylan Carlson of Princeton, Tori Clark of Princeton, Kayla Fawcett of Princeton, Austin Freeberg of Princeton, Thomas Gleason of Princeton, Gabriel Kelly of Princeton, Kevin Kinnamon of Princeton, Cassandra Kleckner of Princeton, Shelby Matthews of Princeton, Beau Minnick of Princeton, Allison Peterson of Princeton, Erica Rodefer of Princeton, Danae Ross of Princeton, Hunter Schultz of Princeton, Anthony Catalanello of Sheffield, Chelsea Devoss of Sheffield, Corrine Gibson of Sheffield, Christopher Jacobsen of Spring Valley, Yessenia Nunez of Spring Valley, Laura Petroski of Spring Valley, Janelle Shrimplin of Spring Valley, Sean Vermilyea of Spring Valley, Cassie Villarreal of Spring Valley, Yasmine Imtairah of Tiskilwa and Kara Strand of Wyanet.

Illinois Central College EAST PEORIA — Lexi Marselle of Princeton was named to the 2013 fall semester president’s list at Illinois Central College. The academic honor is presented to students who earn a perfect 4.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale.

University of Wisconsin-Platteville PLATTEVILLE, Wis. — Brian Lange of Walnut has earned 2013 fall semester dean’s list honors at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville.

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Business story ideas? — Contact Bureau County Republican reporter Lyle Ganther at 815-875-4461, ext. 273, or email him at lganther@bcrnews.com.

Ag story ideas? — Contact Bureau County Republican Senior Staff Writer Donna Barker at 815-875-4461, ext. 244, or email her at dbarker@bcrnews.com.

Artist visits Peru business to share initiative

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Callie (from left), Tracey, Hunter, James, Tucker and Tanner Schoff helped to open Main Street Motivation in Walnut, a 24-hour fitness center located at 116 S. Main St.

Walnut couple opens fitness center Schoffs want to help downtown Walnut

By Lyle Ganther news@bcrnews.com

WALNUT — A Walnut couple has recently opened a 24-hour fitness center in this northern Bureau County village.

James and Tracey Schoff, who both grew up in the Walnut area, are the owners of Main Street Motivation located at 116 S. Main St. in Walnut.

“We tossed around an idea for five years but never thought it would be reality,” she said. “We wanted to open this business in downtown Walnut because of all the empty buildings.

We were inspired by Kirsten Johnston, who bought an empty building in downtown Walnut and opened Pass It Along. We looked at this building and thought it was the best fit.”

“It is our mission to enhance the fitness and wellness of every single member of our community.”

Tracey Schoff The Schoffs, parents of Tanner, Tucker, Hunter and Callie, live on a farm outside of Walnut.

“It is our mission to enhance the fitness and wellness of every single member of our community,” said Tracey. “We have had a great response since opening on Jan. 6.

We have members ranging in age from 14 to 80 years old.”

The business is open 24 hours day, seven days a week.

“We hope to have it staffed in the future, but for now, we don’t have set hours for someone to be here,” she explained. “We hope to get three personal

trainers in the future and a virtual classroom in the back of the building where people can choose from 100 classes to watch. We want to have yoga, Pilates, kick boxing, senior citizens classes and kids classes.”

Seventy percent of Main Street Motivation’s members have never been a gym member before joining, added Tracey.

“We will explain the equipment and give them workout programs,” she said.

Main Street Motivation has cardio equipment with integrated entertainment and all popular multimedia hookups, and free weights/ selectorized equipment.

Christianson elected to national board OGLESBY — Illinois Valley Community College early childhood education program coordinator Diane Christianson of Princeton was recently elected to the National ACCESS Board.

Christianson, an active ACCESS member at the state level, was elected by peers to serve the board as Illinois’ representative. She has previously served as state co-chair and will now be the treasurer as well as serving on the national board.

“It will be an honor

to serve the n a t i o n a l board,” said Christianson.

“The representation will give Illinois excel- Christianson lent networking opportunities with other state affiliates and help us gain access in decision-making, conference planning and provide input and dissemination of the latest best practices in associate degree early childhood programs.”

The Associate Degree

Early Childhood Teacher Educators – ACCESS to Shared Knowledge and Practice, commonly known as ACCESS, is a nonprofit membership organization.

The organization supports and advocates for associate degree programs for professionals who teach and care for young children from birth to age 8. The organization believes learning is a lifelong process and associate degree programs are an important link in early childhood professional preparation.

“Our three sons all played football and were in weight rooms and fitness centers, so they told us what kind of equipment to get. We got advice from our kids on what pieces of equipment would be good to include.”

Since Tracey teaches at Bureau Valley North, she sees the importance of classes for children to promote family health.

“We were born in Walnut, went to school here and want to raise our family in Walnut,” she said.

People can contact the Schoffs at 815-379-3061 or at mainstreetmotivation@gmail.com. Their website address is www. mainstreetmotivation. com.

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PERU — Girlfriends … the bra specialists located in Peru will have an open house from 2 to 6 p.m. March 13. Gift certificates will be given away through the fitting service the store provides.

Deb Drager, a Kansas resident and Streator native, is a faux artist and designer. She has been a friend of Kathy Glascock, owner of Girlfriends … the bra specialists, since grade school in the mid 1970s.

After Drager’s own experience with breast cancer in her mid-30s, she realized her artwork could help share the message of beauty, healing and love: reaching people who had their own journey with cancer. She then launched

the Caring with Colors initiative.

When Glascock shared the news she was opening a bra boutique in 2008, Drager provided her artist’s touch to each fitting room and throughout the store. As Girlfriends offers mastectomy fittings and post surgical lingerie, Dragers’ touches have directly been experienced by hundreds of women who have experienced their own journey with cancer.

To learn more about Caring with Colors and to participate in its activities, visit www.CaringwithColors.com. Like Girlfriends … the bra specialists on Facebook to see more about the open house or call Girlfriends at 815-780-8151.

Property Transfers The following property transfers were recently recorded at the Bureau County Recorder of Deeds’ office in the Bureau County Courthouse: Feb. 18, 2014 Janelle McCarter to Emaleigh Morrissey, warranty deed, part of Section 9 in Princeton Township, $69,500.

Adam Kurzak to Jose Aguilar, warranty deed, Lots 1-3 in Block 5 in Manlius, $24,500.

Janice Cockerill to Janice Cockerill, executor deed, part of Section 18 in Concord Township, $185,000.

Feb. 19, 2014 Van Emmon Heustic Inc. to Roland Chiu, warranty deed, part of Section 15 in Hall Township, $1,300,000.

Feb. 20, 2014 Charles and Joseph Majors to Zachary Luedtke, warranty deed, part of Lots 5-6 in Block 138 in Dalzell’s Fourth Addition, Spring Valley, $48,500.

Feb. 21, 2014 Valley Ridge Development to Sara and Troy Bid, warranty deed, Lot 15 in Valley Ridge Subdivision, Spring Valley, $159,000.

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LegalNotices NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on March 3, 2014, a certificate was filed in the Office of the County Clerk of Bureau County, Illinois, setting forth the names and post office addresses of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as Oasis Tire Shop located at 129 E. Maple St., Manlius, IL 61338.

Dated this 3rd day of March, 2014. /s/Kamala S. Hieronymus Bureau County Clerk Published in the Bureau County Republican Mar. 6, 13 and 20, 2014.

CITy Of PrINCETON INvITaTION fOr BId The City of Princeton Electric Department is accepting bids for Fuel tank and accessories. Specifications are available beginning Wednesday, February 26th 2014 at the City Clerk’s office at 2 South Main Street, Princeton, Illinois. Bids must be returned to the City Clerk’s office in a sealed envelope clearly marked “Fuel Storage Tank” and “Fuel Storage Tank Accessories” on the outside, no later than Thursday, March 13th at 2:00 p.m. Bids will be publicly opened at City Hall Thursday, March 13th at 2:00 p.m.

Bids will be reviewed and a decision made

by The Princeton City Council on Monday, March 17th 2014 at 7:00 p.m. The City of Princeton reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids.

Published in the Bureau County Republican Feb. 25, 27, Mar. 1, 4, 6 and 8, 2014.

CIrCUIT COUrT Of THE THIrTEENTH JUdICIaL CIrCUIT BUrEaU COUNTy, ILLINOIS ESTATE OF ) RICHARD J. ) TONOZZI ) Deceased ) No. 14-P-12 CLaIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Richard J. Tonozzi. Letters of Office were issued on February 21, 2014, to Kim E. Campbell, 2142 E. 879th Road, Tonica, IL 61370 as Executor, whose attorney is John Balestri, 149 Gooding Street, LaSalle, Illinois.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the clerk of court, Bureau County

Courthouse, Princeton, Illinois 61356, or with the representative, or both, within 6 months from the date of the issuance of letters and any claim not filed within that period is barred.

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

Dated this 21st day of February, 2014.

Attorney John Balestri Attorney for Estate 149 Gooding Street LaSalle, IL 61301 815-223-6600 Published in the Bureau County Republican Feb. 27, Mar. 6 and 13, 2014.

CIrCUIT COUrT Of THE THIrTEENTH JUdICIaL CIrCUIT BUrEaU COUNTy, ILLINOIS ESTATE of ) MARTHANNE E. ) MORTON, ) DECEASED ) NO. 14-P-8 CLaIM NOTICE Notice is given to creditors of the death of MARTHANNE E. MORTON. Letters of office were issued to Dane L. Morton, whose address is 2091 Ascot Drive, Unit 127, Moraga, CA 94556, as Independent Representative, whose attorneys of record are May, May, Angel & Harris, 708 S. Pleasant Street, Princeton, Illinois 61356. Claims against the estate may be filed in the Circuit Clerk’s Office, Bureau County Courthouse, Princeton, Illinois, or with the representative, or both, on or before the 28th day of August, 2014, or, if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representative is required by Sec. 18-3 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/18-3), the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the representative and to the attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed. /s/Dane L. Morton, Independent Administrator of the Estate of Marthanne E. Morton, deceased BY: /s/James R. Angel May, May, Angel & Harris 708 S. Pleasant Street Princeton, IL 61356 Phone: 815-875-3808 Fax: 815-872-0199 Published in the Bureau County Republican Feb. 27, Mar. 6 and 13, 2014.

IN THE CIrCUIT COUrT Of THE 13TH JUdICIaL CIrCUIT BUrEaU COUNTy - PrINCETON, ILLINOIS PINTA, LLC FOR THE BENEFIT OF ) WACHOVIA CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC, ) PLAINTIFF ) vs. ) ANTHONY N. SMITH; MARY ANN SMITH; ) BENEFICIAL ILLINOIS, INC. D/B/A ) BENEFICIAL MORTGAGE CO. OF ILLINOIS;) DEFENDANTS ) 13CH 54 Address: 2600 East St. Van Orin, Illinois 61374 Judge Marc Bernabei NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 19, 2013, I, Sheriff of Bureau County, Illinois, will on March 20, 2014 at the hour of 11:00 a.m. at the Bureau

County Courthouse , 700 S. Main Street, Princeton, IL 61356, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Bureau, State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 11 IN BLOCK 1 IN THE VILLAGE OF VAN ORIN, ALL LYING AND BEING SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF BUREAU, IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. COMMON ADDRESS: 2600 East St., Van Orin, Illinois 61374 P.I.N.: 05-16-151-004 The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

THE JUDGMENT AMOUNT WAS: $100,366.24 Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds; the balance, by certified funds, is due within twenty four (24) hours. 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.

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 property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representations as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

Pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512, the amounts of any surplus bid will be held by the sheriff until a party obtains a Court Order for its distribution, or for 60 days following the date of the entry of the order confirming sale, at which time, in the absence of an order directing payment of the surplus, it may be automatically forfeited to the State without further notice.

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 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. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, 230 W. Monroe St., Chicago, IL 60606, telephone 312-541-9710. Please refer to file number IL 12 3791.

Sheriff of Bureau County, Illinois Johnson, Blumberg, & Associates, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite 1125 Chicago, Illinois 60606 Ph. 312-541-9710 Fax 312-541-9711 JB&A # IL 12 3791 I591999 Published in the Bureau County Republican Feb. 27, Mar. 6 and 13, 2014.

IN THE CIrCUIT COUrT fOr THE 13TH JUdICIaL CIrCUIT BUrEaU COUNTy - PrINCETON, ILLINOIS MID AMERICA MORTGAGE, INC ) Plaintiff, ) -v.)

JOSHUA REED AKA JOSHUA A. REED, ) AMY J. REED AKA AMY REED ) Defendants ) 12 CH 119 NOTICE Of SaLE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 2, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 11:30 a.m. on April 3, 2014, at the Bureau Courthouse, 700 South Main Street (East Door), PRINCETON, IL, 61356, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT NUMBERED NINE (9) IN BLOCK NUMBERED SEVEN (7) IN THE VILLAGE OF TISKILWA, FORMERLY INDIANTOWN, ALL LYING AND BEING SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF BUREAU, IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 410 WEST OWEN STREET, Tiskilwa, IL 61368 Property Index No. 21-12-486-003.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $102,191.29.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential

real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

If this property is a condominium unit, or a unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). In accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Anthony Porto, FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC, 1807 W. DIEHL ROAD, SUITE 333, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (866) 402-8661 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com..

Please refer to file number F12110003.

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

FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1807 W. DIEHL ROAD, SUITE 333 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (866) 402-8661 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F12110003 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Case Number: 12 CH 119 TJSC#: 34-1528 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

I594118 Published in the Bureau County Republican Mar. 6, 13 and 20, 2014.

IN THE CIrCUIT COUrT fOr THE 13TH JUdICIaL CIrCUIT BUrEaU COUNTy - PrINCETON, ILLINOIS JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association ) PLAINTIFF ) Vs. ) Kathy Chiado; Thomas E. Chiado; ) Chase Bank USA, ) DEFENDANTS ) 13 CH 00097 NOTICE By PUBLICaTION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: Thomas E. Chiado Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants That this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: LOT 9, EXCEPTING THEREFROM 15 FEET OFF THE SOUTH SIDE OF SAID LOT, AND ALL OF LOTS 10, 11 AND 12 IN BLOCK 2 IN THE VILLAGE OF VAN ORIN, ALL LYING AND BEING SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF BUREAU AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 27863 2605 E. Street Van Orin, IL 61374 and which said Mortgage was made by: Kathy Chiado Thomas E. Chiado the Mortgagor(s), to Chase Bank USA, N.A., as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Bureau County, Illinois, as Document No. 2007R04859; and for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law and that the said suit is now pending.

NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this Court, Mary C. Dremann Clerk of the Circuit Court 700 South Main Street Bureau County Courthouse Princeton, IL 61356 on or before March 31, 2014, A DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU AT ANY TIME AFTER THAT DAY AND A JUDGMENT MAY BE

ENTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRAYER OF SAID COMPLAINT. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 DuPage # 15170 Winnebago # 531 Our File No. 14-13-25068 NOTE: This law firm is deemed to be a debt collector.

I592219 Published in the Bureau County Republican Feb. 27, Mar. 6 and 13, 2014.

IN THE CIrCUIT COUrT Of THE 13TH JUdICIaL CIrCUIT BUrEaU COUNTy, ILLINOIS NORTHWEST BANK & TRUST COMPANY, ) PLAINTIFF, ) VS. ) PATRICK A. STILLWELL AND JOAN C. ) STILLWELL, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND ) NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS ) DEFENDANT. ) NO. 14-CH-13 NOTICE Of PENdENCy Of aCTION – NOTICE Of fOrECLOSUrE (735 ILCS 5/2-206, 5/2-207, 5/2-413, 5-15-1501(C), 5/15-1502 aNd 5/15-1503) The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants, Defendants in the above captioned action, pursuant to the provisions of 735 ILCS 5/2-206, 5/2-207, 5/15-1502 and 5/15-1503, that the above captioned action has been commenced in the Circuit Court of Bureau County, Illinois, seeking to foreclose mortgage covering the following described real estate situated in Bueau County, Illinois, to wit: 1. Legal description: Lots Number 5 and 6 in the subdivision of that part of Lot Number 7, lying West and South of the Princeton and New Bedford Road in the Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 32, in Township 18 North, Range 7 East of the Fourth Principal Meridian as shown by the plat of said subdivision recorded in the Recorder’s office of Bureau County, Illinois, in Plat Book “C” at Page 107, all lying and being situated in the County of Bureau, in the State of Illinois.

(Parcel A) Lot Seven in the subdivision of that part of Lot Seven lying West of the Princeton and New Bedford Road, in the Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 32, as shown by the plat of subdivision as recorded in the Recorder’s office of Bureau County, Illinois in Plat Book C, on page 107, all in Township 18 North, Range 7 East of the Fourth Principal Meridian, all lying and being situated in the County of Bureau, in the State of Illinois. (Parcel B) 2 . Common address or location of the mortgaged premises: 109 New Elite Street, New Bedford, Illinois 61346. and for such other relief. Summons were duly issued by the Court as provided by law and this action is now pending.

Unless you file your answer to the Complaint in this action or otherwise make your appearance in the Circuit Court of Bureau County, Illinois on or before April 21, 2014, default may be entered against you.

1. The names of all Plaintiffs and the case number are identified above.

2. The Court in which the action was brought is identified above.

3. The names of the titleholders of record are: Patrick A. Stillwell and Joan C. Stillwell.

4. A common address or description of the location of the real estate is as follows: 109 New Elite Street, New Bedford, Illinois 61346.

5. Identification of the mortgages sought to be foreclosed are as follows: a. Name of Mortgagor: Patrick A. Stillwell and Joan C. Stillwell. b. Name of Mortgagee: Northwest Bank & Trust Company. c. Date of the Mortgage: October 25, 2005. d. Date of Recording: December 7, 2005. e. County where recorded: Bureau County, Illinois. f. Recording Document Identification: Record Book 1232, page 67 as Document No. 057088.

Dated: February 10, 2014. /s/ Mary C. Dremann Clerk of the Circuit Court Attorney for Plaintiff Eric J. Long STANLEY, LANDE & HUNTER A Professional Corporation Suite 1000 201 West 2nd Street Davenport, Iowa 52801 Telephone: 563.324.1000 Facsimile: 563.326.6266 Published in the Bureau County Republican Feb. 20, 27 and Mar. 6, 2014.

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Meeting calendar March 10 • Arlington Village Board, 7 p.m., village hall.

• Buda Village Board, 7 p.m., village hall.

• Cherry Village Board, 7 p.m., village hall.

• Dalzell Grade School, 7 p.m., multi-purpose room.

• DePue Village Board, 7 p.m.

• Mineral Village Board, 6:30 p.m., village hall.

• Seatonville Village Board, 7 p.m., village hall.

March 11 • Bureau County Board, 6:30 p.m., Bureau County Courthouse.

• Ladd Village Board, 6:30 p.m., council chambers.

• Tiskilwa Village Board, 7 p.m., fire station. * Wyanet Village Board, 7 p.m., village hall.

Auction calendar March 7 – Renini residuary trust, farmland, 10 a.m., sale held at 107 N. Chicago St., (Magnolia Fire Station), Magnolia, Rediger Auction Service, auctioneers.

March 8 – Father Ed Harkrader, Les Schoff estate and others, furniture, weight lifting equipment, collector plates, antiques, collectibles, and household, 10 a.m., 1635 N. Main St. (Tumbleson Auction Center), Princeton, Tumbleson Auction Co., auctioneers.

March 15 – Bob Shipp and partner, commercial real estate, 10 a.m., 25 E. Peru St., Princeton, Tumbleson Auction Co., auctioneers.

March 15 – Caryl Shettel estate, antique and quality modern furniture, antiques, collectibles and household, 11 a.m., 791 Boyd Ave., Princeton, Tumbleson Auction Co., auctioneers.

March 28 – Cooper farms, c/o Paul Perona et al, land, 1 p.m., sale held at 1336 N. Euclid (Moose Lodge Family Center), Princeton, Timothy A. Harris, CAPS, auctioneers.

March 29 – Renee Comfort/Bettasso Condos, 10 a.m., 777 S. Main St., Princeton, Rediger Auction Service, auctioneers.

April 3 – Larry J. Fenwick, farmland, 10 a.m., sale held at 308 Howard St. (LaMoille Lions Club Building), LaMoille, Rediger Auction Service, auctioneers.

Flooding from ice jams and melting snow have affected some areas in the state. Eighteen to 24 inches of moving water can wash an SUV off of the road. In fact, according to the National Weather Service, more than half of all flood-related deaths are people driving through flooded roads. The nonprofit Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH) reminds residents to “Turn Around, Don’t Drown!” and offers the following safety tips to protect your home from costly flood damage.

Before the flood All it takes is a few inches of water to cause major damage to your home and its contents.

Clear yard of any debris, plant material or items (garden décor, foliage or garbage cans) that can block water flow and storm drains.

If time permits, secure and/or elevate outdoor appliances, AC units or storage tanks.

Analyze water flow through your yard and consider how water moves during a typical thunderstorm.

Inspect critical areas (storm drains, culverts, berms, gutters and downspouts) to identify potential blockage to proper flow of water away from your home.

Place important papers (birth/marriage certificates, passports, bank and insurance information) in a watertight container and keep them close. Take the container with you if evacuating or place in a high and dry location if sheltering in place.

Take photographs or videos to create an inventory of your personal possessions and keep the camera card handy in case of evacuation. Don’t forget to open closets and drawers to document all of your belongings as they will become part of any potential insurance claim.

Identify and move electronics and other expensive items (computers, televisions, phone systems, area rugs, expensive furniture) on lower levels of the home

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During the flood Get to higher ground. Stay away from flood-prone areas, including dips, low spots, valleys, ditches, washes, etc.

Avoid flooded areas or those with rapid water flow.

Do not attempt to cross a flowing stream. It takes only 6 inches of fast flowing water to sweep you off your feet.

Don’t allow children to play near high water, storm drains or ditches. Hidden dangers could lie beneath the water.

Flooded roads could have significant damage hidden by floodwaters. Never drive through floodwaters or on flooded roads. Water only 1 foot deep can float most automobiles.

Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to see flooded roads.

After the flood Take photographs of damage throughout the building and around the property. Assess stability of plaster and drywall. Bulging or swelling ceilings indicate damage. Press upward on drywall ceilings. If nail heads appear, drywall will need to be re-nailed but can be saved.

Check foundation for any loose or missing blocks, bricks, stones or mortar.

Empty basement water at a rate of about one-third per day to avoid structural damage to foundation by rapid pressure change.

Clean and disinfect heating, air conditioning and ventilation ducts before use to avoid spread of airborne germs and mold spores. Use fans and sunlight to dry out interior spaces. Remove all wet carpets, curtains and fabrics. Allow to air dry completely.

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2. Hide. We live in a world of constant, thin-sliced demands. Unanswered texts and emails. People waiting for you to say something, do something, read something, decide something. Run and hide. Lock yourself in your car or hunker down in a bathroom stall. Slow down and get your brain back.

It’s all but impossible for your creative brain to operate when you’re responding to endless external stimuli. The best ideas often come when you run from your responsibilities.

3. Count to 20. Go somewhere where you can be undisturbed, bring a yellow pad and a pen, turn off your phone, and sit there until you come up with 20 ideas for solving your problem. This requires

discipline because most of us are so happy when we have one answer to a problem that we want to move to the next agenda item. Not every idea you invent will be a great one, but that’s OK. It may be idea No. 17 that’s truly brilliant, but you’d never get there if you ran back to your desk after you came up with one, two or even five ideas. If you do this daily, you’ll develop 100 new ideas a week. Imagine how strong your idea muscle will be!

4. Give up. Cardiologists recommend to heart patients that they visit nature, go to a museum, or attend a classical concert. Why? It slows them down and allows them to appreciate beauty instead of seeing life as a constant battle.

Surrender your own siege mentality. Life isn’t war, thank goodness.

Take a major step away, even for a couple of hours, from whatever battles you’re facing, contemplate the greatness of the human spirit or the wonder of nature, and reawaken the creative energy that our fightminded world suppresses.

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All about you Anniversaries 20th Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Colby of Princeton, March 5.

Birthdays March 6 • Un-Chu Stevenson • Flora Duarte • Jerry Jackson • Mary E. (Jensen) May March 7 • Jason Bird • Keith Dickinson • Clifford Johnson • Keagan Owens • Reed Cain • Marilyn Johnson • Clifford Johnson • Joe Green • Tammy Monier March 8 • Keri Campbell • Susan Coleman • Scott Hartman • Paula Welsh • Ernie Ernst • Dave Anson

• Karisa Dinges • Sam Smith March 9 • Chris Hunter • Rebecca Schneider • Pat Walter March 10 • Nancy Sayler March 11 • Kevin Bird • Mindy Kissick • Jean Anderson • Jon P. McCormick • Dale McCormick • Brandy Balensiefen • Kevin Bird March 12 • Linda Dinges • Theresa Janes • Marge Johnson • Alex Kate Wilson • Ann Fritz

Births Maynard — David and Terri (Cook) Maynard, son, Feb. 22.

Schafer — Daniel and April (Cresto) Schafer of Princeton, daughter, Feb. 25.

Thrasher — Chad and Carianne (Hornung) Thrasher of Ladd, daughter, Feb. 18.

Weeks — Jacob Weeks and Autumn Waid of LaSalle, daughter, Feb. 19.

Whitfield — Jaymesan Whitfield and Courtney Holler of Princeton, daughter, Feb. 25.

Death Notices Faletti — John J. Faletti, 80, of Spring Valley, formerly of San Diego, Calif., March 1.

Stocking — Jason Alan Stocking, 29, of Pensacola, Fla., Feb. 25.

Calendar Pheasants Forever banquet PRINCETON — The Bureau County Pheasants Forever annual banquet will be Thursday, March 6, at the Bureau County Metro Center in Princeton. Doors open at 5 p.m., dinner will be at 6 p.m., and the auction and raffles will be at 7 p.m. Tickets will be available at the door. For more information, call Eric Paull at 815-646-4844.

Fish fry OHIO — The Ohio Booster Club fish fry will be from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Friday, March 7. Serving will be at Ohio Schools and Pipe’s Pub on Main Street.

Tickets are $7 for adults, $6 for senior citizens (60 plus) and students 12 and under. Delivery will be available in Ohio. For carryouts, call 815-376-4414 or 815-376-2934.

Drawdown and dance PRINCETON — The Princeton Lions Club will hold its annual drawdown and dance Saturday, March 8, at the Princeton Elks Lodge. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., dinner begins at 6 p.m. and the drawdown starts at 7 p.m. Music will be provided by Rodeo Drive featuring Tommy Rose. There will be opportunities for door prizes, silent auctions, 50-50 raffles and tip boards. The cost is $35 per couple and includes dinner for two. Only 200 tickets are available. Tickets may be purchased at the Princeton Elks Lodge, Cannon Cleaners or from any Princeton Lions Club Member. All proceeds go to the Princeton Lions Club projects.

For more information, call Don Smith at 815-875-3475.

Pancake breakfast LAMOILLE — The LaMoilleOhio High School softball team will host an all you can eat pancake and sausage breakfast from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Sunday, March 9 at the LaMoille Lions Club, 308 Howard St., LaMoille. They will be serving pancakes, sausage, eggs, ham, toast, milk, juice and coffee.

The cost is $6 for adults, $4 for children ages 5-10 and free for children under 4 years old.

Vendor fair PERU — The Peru Eagles Club will hold its 5th annual vendor fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Sunday, March 9, at Eagles Club, 830 Harrison St., Peru.

There are 41 vendor, a complete list is available at the Peru Eagles website. A 50/50 will be available. For more information, contact Betty at 815-6664-2126.

Starved Rock winter UTICA — Local author and Starved Rock Foundation Historian Mark Walczynski will examine the list at Fort St. Louis, relations with regional Indian tribes and events that occurred in the Starved Rock area during the winter of 168788. The program will start at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, March 9, at the Starved Rock Visitor Center and is free to the public. For more information, call the Starved Rock Visitor Center at 845-667-4726.

Dance PRINCETON — The Princeton Moose Lodge will hold a St. Patrick’s dance from 7 to 10 p.m.

Friday, March 14 at the lodge.

Music will be provided by the Generics Goodies Band. A dinner will be served from 5:30 to 8 p.m.

Trivia night MENDOTA — The Illinois Valley Center for Independent Living will hold a trivia night Saturday, March 15 at the Mendota Civic Center. Doors will open at 5 p.m. for food service and a cash bar.

Trivia begins at 6 p.m. Admission is $10 per person. Cash prizes will be awarded. For more information or to order tickets, call IVCIL at 815-224-3126.

Amazing animals UTICA — Wildlife Prairie Park presents amazing animals. Visitors will be able to get up close and personal with native critters and many more. The program will start at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, March 16, at the Starved Rock Visitor Center and is free to the public. For more information, call the Starved Rock Visitor Center at 815-667-4726.

Bingo PRINCETON — The Princeton Moose Lodge will host a bingo night at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 18. Doors will open at 5 p.m. and sandwiches will be available for purchase. The lodge will continue to host bingo the first and third Tuesday of each month. For more information, call the lodge at 815879-5261. The pubic is invited to attend.

Library Corner PRINCETON — Today, Thursday, March 6, the Bureau County Pastors meeting will be held at 10:30 a.m.

Also, Thursday, the PHS Book Club Tigers Read will discuss “The Future of Us,” by Jay Asher and Carolyn Mackler and “The Arrival,” by Shaun Tan during lunch periods in the PHS Learning Center. Also at 6:30 p.m., Martha Brunell will lead Wild with Words, a writing group. All are welcome to attend but registration is required.

To register, call 815875-1331, ext. 2213.

Sunday, March 9, the Children’s Book and Young Adults Novel

Book Club for Grown-ups will meet at 2:30 p.m. at the Flour House Bakery and Coffee, 950 N. Main St., Princeton. The group will discuss “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” and read-alikes.

Monday, March 10, the library will host Monday Movie Night at 6:30 p.m.

They will show a film about a FBI agent who hunts down a young con artist who successfully impersonated an airline pilot, doctor and assistant attorney general, cashing more than $2.5 million in fraudulent checks in 26 different countries.

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Wednesday, March 12, Chicks with Sticks, a crochet and knitting group, will meet at 6:30 p.m. in the Periodical Section.

New members are welcome. Also at 6:30 p.m. the library will show a Widmark Wednesday movie: When a London hustler whose ambitious plans never work out encounters the most famous Greco-Roman wrestler in the world, he dreams up a scheme that he thinks will finally be his ticket to financial independence.

Thursday, March 13, the Friend of the Library Book Club will discuss “Swallow the Ocean,” by Laura M. Flynn at 4 p.m.

At 6:30 p.m. the library will host an adult craft night for people older then 10 years old. The craft will be creating St. Patrick’s Day cards. All materials will be supplied.

BUDA — Bring your luck to the Mason Memorial Public Library.

Children in Grades K-5 are invited to the library from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

March 15 to make St. Patrick’s Day crafts and watch a movie.

The library has added new DVDs: “All Is Lost,” “Nebraska,” “Dallas Buyers Club,” “Gravity,” “Captain Phillips” and “The Lone Ranger,” and some oldies but goodies, “Space Jam,” Batteries Not Included,” “Somewhere in Time”

and “Honey, Shrunk the Kids.”

PERU — The Peru Public Library has many new children’s programs scheduled for this winter.

Children and their adult caregivers are welcome from 9 a.m. to noon every Tuesday for Cabin Fever Play and Read mornings. Books, toys, puzzles, puppets, coloring sheets, building blocks and bricks will be made available. No registration necessary.

Also, Doggie Tales, readings with Tillie, will be held monthly. This program is for both the beginner and experienced reader. Kids will read for 5-10 minutes to Tillie, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, who is

a certified therapy dog through Therapy Dogs, Inc. and Intermountain Therapy Dogs. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and registration is required.

Story time for children 3 to 5 years old is held at 10:30 a.m.

Wednesdays. Children enjoy stories, sing songs and enjoy crafts.

Registration is appreciated.

Wiggles and Giggles is for newborns to children as old as 3 years. Continuing through March 25, the program is held at 10 a.m. Thursdays.

Programming includes fingerplays, bounces, tickles and songs.

Registration is appreciated.

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Food court How about some recipes for ground beef? That meat is a favorite of mine, as you can do so much with ground beef.

You can use it every night and always have something different.

Taco Tureen 1 1 1 1 1 1

pound ground beef medium onion, chopped small green pepper, chopped can Campbell’s beef broth can Campbell’s tomato soup can Campbell’s Golden Mushroom soup 1 28-ounce can Campbell’s pork and beans 1 soup can water 1 package taco seasoning mix In large saucepan, brown beef and cook onion and pepper until tender.

Use shortening, if needed. Stir to separate meat. Pour off fat and add remaining ingredients. Simmer 10 minutes.

Stir often. Makes 9 cups.

Stovetop Goulash 1 pound ground beef 1 16-ounce package frozen mixed vegetables, thawed 2 10 3/4-ounce cans condensed tomato soup, undiluted 1 cup water 1 small onion, chopped 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon garlic salt 1 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1 24-ounce package refrigerated mashed potatoes Cook beef in a large skillet over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain. Add mixed vegetables, soup, water, onion, Worcestershire sauce and seasonings.

Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes or until slightly thickened. Meanwhile, heat potatoes

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Chili Coney Dogs 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean) 1 15-ounce can tomato sauce 1/2 cup water 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon dried minced onion 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon pepper Dash of cayenne pepper 8 hot dogs 8 hot dog buns split Shredded cheddar cheese, relish and chopped onion In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in tomato sauce, water, Worcestershire sauce, onion and spices. Place hot dogs in a 3-quart slow cooker, top with beef mixture. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours or until heated through. Serve on buns with cheese, relish and onion.

Beefy Vegetable Soup 1 1 1 2 2

pound ground beef medium onion, chopped garlic clove, minced 8-ounce cans tomato sauce 16-ounce cans kidney beans, rinsed and drained 1 10-ounce package frozen corn 1 cup shredded carrot 1 cup chopped green pepper 1 cup chopped sweet red pepper 1 cup chopped fresh tomato 1 tablespoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon dried basil 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper Shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream and tortilla chips In a skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink. Add garlic and cook 1 minute

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longer; drain. Transfer to a 5-quart slow cooker. Stir in the tomato sauce, beans, vegetables and seasonings. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until thick and bubbly, stirring occasionally. Serve with cheese, sour cream and chips.

All Day Meatballs 1 cup milk 3/4 cup quick cooking oats 3 tablespoons onion, finely chopped 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1 1/2 pounds ground beef 1 cup ketchup 1/2 cup water 3 tablespoons vinegar 2 tablespoons sugar In a large bowl, combine the first four ingredients. Combine and crumble beef over above mixture. Shape into 1-inch meatballs. Place in a 5-quart slow cooker. In small bowl combine ketchup, water, vinegar, water and sugar. Pour over meatballs. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours until meat is not longer pink.

Meatloaf Burgers 1 large onion, sliced 1 celery rib, chopped

Judy Dyke GRANDMA JUDY’S CAFE

2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean) 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 cups tomato juice 4 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon ketchup 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1 bay leaf 6 hamburger buns split Place onion and celery in 3-quart slow cooker. Combine beef, 1 teaspoon salt and pepper. Shape into 6 patties.

Place over onion mixture. Combine tomato juice, garlic, ketchup, Italian seasoning, bay leaf and remaining salt.

Pour over patties. Cover and cook on low for 7 to 9 hours or until tender.

Discard bay leaf. Serve patties on buns.

If you have any recipes you would like to share with our other readers, you can send them to my email at judyd2313@frontier.com or send a note to my attention to the BCR, P.O. Box 340, Princeton, IL 61356. I would sure like to hear from some of you good cooks. I know you’re out there!

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Sports 2014 IHSA Class 1A State Champions Annawan Bravettes • 30-4

The road to a State Championship Wethersfield Regional

Annawan 75, Wethersfield 40 Annawan 98, Ridgewood 40

Putnam County Sectional

Annawan 89, Serena 42 Annawan 80, Putnam County 50

Bloomington Super-Sectional

Annawan 71, Cissna Park 52

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ELECT

JAMES A. SHIPP BUREAU COUNTY SHERIFF

Hello! I am James A. (Jim) Shipp, 58, of rural Princeton. I am currently Commander of the Bureau County Sheriff’s Office, and am seeking election to the Office of Bureau County Sheriff in 2014 on the Republican Party ticket.

I am married to the former Deb Anderson of Ohio, IL. and have three children, Jamie (Shane) Pennington, Adam (Holly), and Sarah. I also have three grandchildren, Kelsey, Kailey and Matthew.

I was born and raised in Bureau County and attended Hall High School. I began my public service at the age of 19 for 10/33 and Bureau ambulance service. I began my law enforcement career in 1977 for the Village of Bureau and graduated from the University of Illinois Police Training Institute in 1980. I was hired at the Bureau County Sheriff’s Department in 1981 by former Sheriff Mel Hult In addition to working full-time at the Bureau County Sheriff s Office in every capacity, I have worked as a part-time patrolman for the Village of Bureau (still holding the title of Chief of Police), 15 years for the Village of DePue (with the rank of Sergeant), and currently am in my 7th year as patrolman for the Village of Tiskilwa. I was elected President of Lodge 222 Fraternal Order of Police, a position I held for 11 years. I qualified and am a graduate (class of 2005) of the “Police Executive Role In the 21st Century” through the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board Executive Institute. I have over 2200 hours of ongoing law enforcement training through the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board, Police Training Institute, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Drug Enforcement Agency, Federal Emergency Management Agency, Illinois Emergency Management Agency and other organizations. I have also received several commendations from the Department and numerous individuals, agencies and organizations.

During my career, I have also responded to and been actively involved with the Utica tornado, Euclid chemical fire in Sheffield, Tiskilwa train derailment, Washington tornado and the recent snow-bound Amtrak trains, to name a few.

I have just completed my 18th year working security for St. Margaret’s Hospital and am the Operations Director in central Illinois for Illinois Security Services. I am also a Private Investigator for Petentler Investigations.

I am currently involved in the following organizations/ agencies:

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Preston Powers says Lions baseball coach Chuck Lovgren has had the biggest influence on his athletic career, because “he tells it like it is.”

Senior Spotlight Preston Powers Name: Preston Powers.

Nickname: “P-Time.”

School: LaMoille High School Date/place of birth: March 27, 1996; St. Margaret’s Hospital, Spring Valley.

Hometown: LaMoille.

Family: Parents, Bob and Cheryl; Sister, Abri.

Sports: Basketball, baseball.

Favorite sport and why: Baseball. I’m simply better at playing baseball.

Likes: Hunting, fishing, sports.

Dislikes: School.

Favorite food and where to get it: Chicken quesadilla at Jalapenos.

Person with the greatest influence on my athletic career): Chuck Lovgren. He tells it like it is.

Person with the greatest influence in my life (and why): My uncle Joe. He shows me the things I need to know in life so I can be successful.

If stranded on a deserted island, I would have my: Phone, my girlfriend (Alyssa Martin) and food.

Last song I listened to: Money Trees by Kendrick Lamar.

People would be surprised to know: I love working on the farm.

I stay home to watch: Duck Dynasty.

When I need luck for a big game, I: talk to Chuck Lovgren.

The funniest person I’ve ever met (and why): Sternie Cromwell, because of all the random stuff he says.

What they’ll say about me at school after I graduate: Thank God he’s gone.

Most embarrassing moment: My freshmen year, I actually turned my homework in on time, so my teacher took my picture and sent it to my mom.

Most unforgettable moment: Anthony Lovgren getting stuck in the snow with his truck and no shovel.

Ultimate sports fantasy: To play for the White Sox. What I would like to do in life: Go to college for diesel and automotive mechanics, get married and have a family.

Three words that best describe myself: Adventurous, athletic, funny.

• Past President and current member of the Illinois Valley Association of Chiefs of Police • State certified with IEMA- All Hazard Type III COML • State certified First Responder • Coordinator for Bureau/Putnam County Crime Stoppers • Chair of the Bureau County Tactical Interoperable Communications Plan (TICP) • Manage the Bureau County Homeland Security Mobile Communication Center • Member of the Bureau/Putnam County Local Emergency Planning Committee • Member of the Illinois Valley Crime Prevention Commission • Member of Bureau/Putnam County Emergency Preparedness Community Partners • Member of the Bureau County Emergency Services and Disaster Agency • Representative on the Bureau Emergency Communications Board (BuEComm) • A 31-year member of the Bureau Fire Department, currently holding the title of Captain I have dedicated my life to public service for 39 years and am ready to serve the citizens of Bureau County as their Sheriff.

THIS IS MY PLEDGE TO THE CITIZENS OF BUREAU COUNTY: • I will save the taxpayers a minimum of $100,000 my first term in office. In no way will this affect the performance of the Sheriff’s Department.

• I will personally opt out of the county retirement, therefore, saving the taxpayers their share of the county’s contribution.

• Reduce overtime • Save vehicle maintenance and repair costs • I will increase patrol by reassigning personnel for vigilant patrol in rural areas and villages that do not have law enforcement and continue to work with villages that have police departments.

• I will continue to support TRI-DENT (Tri-County Drug Enforcement Narcotics Team).

• I will continue to support and finance the D.A.R.E. programs in the Bureau County Schools.

• I will work with all law enforcement agencies by meeting with them to accomplish better communication and a working relationship.

• One of my goals is to meet with the Village Mayors, Fire Chiefs, EMS Directors, and Township Officials at least once a year to discuss any concerns they may have, in addition to having an open-door policy to everyone.

As a Bureau County taxpayer myself, I feel it is financially irresponsible to spend in excess of $20 thousand on my campaign. Therefore, if elected, I would donate that personal money back to the Bureau County Sheriff’s Office to purchase a new patrol car.

Within the first minute after taking the oath for Bureau County Sheriff, I will be able to manage that office. I am the candidate who has worked, supervised, and commanded every aspect of the Sheriff’s Office. I AM THE ONLY CANDIDATE WITH 33 YEARS OF BUREAU COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE EXPERIENCE. I sincerely hope you will vote for me and give me the opportunity to prove I am experienced and dedicated to represent the citizens of Bureau County.

Please visit my website at www.electjamesshippforsheriff.com Paid for by James A. Shipp.

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Sheet Metal Workers Local #1 (North) Joint Apprenticeship Committee will have applications available between 9:00a.m. and 11:00a.m. Monday, April 7 through Friday, April 11, 2014 and Monday, April 14 through Friday, April 18, 2014, at the Illinois Valley Contractors Association, 1120 First Street, LaSalle, Illinois. The applications must be completed, returned in their entirety, and will not be accepted after 11:00a.m. on Friday, April 18, 2014.

Basic requirements are: 1. Minimum 17 years of age 2. Resident of Bureau, LaSalle, Putnam, Marshall, or Stark counties of Illinois 3. Possess a valid driver’s license which proves current address. A photo copy of the license will be taken.

4. High School Diploma or equivalent and transcript of grades. Current high school seniors may apply, pending graduation.

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PUBLIC AUCTION BUREAU COUNTY FARMLAND LAMOILLE TOWNSHIP 140 +/- Acres

The following described farmland will be offered by PUBLIC AUCTION. Sale day location: LaMoille Lions Club Building, 308 Howard St., LaMoille, IL 61330.

OPEN TENANCY

THURSDAY, APRIL 3, 2014

OPEN TENANCY

10:00 A.M.

DESCRIPTION: Located 1 mile South of Junction IL 89 and 34 LaMoille, IL to 2500N Road then West 1 mile to farm on South side of road. Plat location is E ½ of NW ¼ and W ½ of the NE ¼ of Section 35 LaMoille Township, Bureau County Illinois.

140 +/- tillable acres with 139.6 +/- tillable. Tillable soils include Greenbush, Muscatune, Batavia, Osco, Edgington and Ambraw. The Crop Productivity Index for optimum management is 131.6 +/.

Part of Tax ID # 05-35-100-003.

Plat locations, Aerial Photos, Soil Maps and other information available @ rickrediger.com TERMS AND CONDITIONS: 1.) The parcel will be sold with no improvements.

2.) The parcel will be sold on a per surveyed acre basis. Survey provided

by Seller.

3.) The successful bidder will be required to enter into an installment contract for deed in customary form. Twenty (20%) percent of the purchase price due at the time of signing. The balance, with interest at the rate of two (2%) percent per annum, payable in four (4) additional annual installments.

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

5.) The estimated 2013 real estate taxes due and payable in 2014 will be credited by the Seller to the Buyer. All subsequent real estate taxes will be the responsibility of the buyer.

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

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

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

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

LARRY J. FENWICK

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Seller: Attorney for Seller: William S. Beneke 10 W. Park Avenue, Princeton, IL 61356 – 815.875.4555 Number System will be Used – I.D. Required Not Responsible for Accidents REDIGER AUCTION SERVICE Rick Rediger, Auctioneer 815-699-7999 www.RickRediger.com

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 13TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT BUREAU COUNTY - PRINCETON, ILLINOIS MID AMERICA MORTGAGE, INC` ) Plaintiff, ) -v.)

JOSHUA REED AKA JOSHUA A. REED, ) AMY J. REED AKA AMY REED ) Defendants ) 12-CH-119 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 2, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 11:30 a.m. on April 3, 2014, at the Bureau Courthouse, 700 South Main Street (East Door), PRINCETON, IL, 61356, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 410 WEST OWEN STREET, Tiskilwa, IL 61368 Property Index No. 21-12-486-003.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $102,191.29.

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

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

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

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

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). In accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Anthony Porto, FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC, 1807 W. DIEHL ROAD, SUITE 333, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (866) 402-8661 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois. com.. Please refer to file number F12110003.

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

FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1807 W. DIEHL ROAD, SUITE 333 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (866) 402-8661 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F12110003 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Case Number: 12 CH 119 TJSC#: 34-1528 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

I594118 Published in the Bureau County Republican Mar. 6, 13 and 20, 2014.

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LAND AUCTION 13.8± acres in 2 Tracts

March 28, 2014 at 1:00 p.m.

Auction Location: Princeton Moose Family Center 1336 N. Euclid, Princeton, IL Property Location: From Route 26 turn east on 1700 North Road (Backbone Rd.) to Euclid Ave., south and property is on the east side.

The property is located within the city limits of Princeton, IL. Property Description: Tax Parcel: 16-09-201-008, total taxes paid 2012 in 2013 were $595.08. Current real estate taxes per parcel to be determined.

Zoning: M-1 Light Manufacturing; current use is farmland.

Tract 1: W 1/2 of Lots 10, 11 & 12 in the NW 1/4 of the NE 1/4 & the N 1/2 of the N 1/2 of the SW 1/4 of the NE 1/4 of Sec. 9, T16N, R9E, city of Princeton, Bureau Co., IL, exc. therefrom the S 20 ft. off of the W 211.2 feet of said Lot 10; together with an easement for the purposes of ingress and egress and parking across and upon the S 20 feet of the W 211.2 feet of said Lot 10, Bureau Co., IL; containing 6.90+/- acres.

Tract 2: E 1/2 of Lots 10, 11 and 12 in the NW 1/4 of the NE 1/4 and the N 1/2 of the N 1/2 of the SW 1/4 of the NE 1/4 of Sec. 9, T16N, R9E, Bureau Co., IL; containing 6.90+/- total acres Tenancy: Open tenancy for 2014 Auction Terms & Conditions: • These two tracts will be sold separately and on a per surveyed acre basis.

• Ten (10) percent earnest money deposit of contract selling price is required on auction day at time of signing the purchase agreement.

Remaining due upon closing. Closing to occur on or before May 1, 2014.

• Property is being sold on an “as is/where is” basis.

• Bidder(s) should arrange financing and perform due diligence prior to the auction.

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• Seller will provide a title insurance policy in the amount of the purchase price of the subject property at closing.

• Any announcements made the day of the auction take precedence over any previously advertised terms and/or conditions.

Seller: Cooper Farms c/o Paul Perona, etal Seller Atty: James Anthony Andreoni, Perona, Peterlin, Andreoni & Brolley, LLC

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 13TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT BUREAU COUNTY PRINCETON, ILLINOIS PINTA, LLC FOR THE BENEFIT OF ) WACHOVIA CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC, ) PLAINTIFF ) vs. ) ANTHONY N. SMITH; MARY ANN SMITH; ) BENEFICIAL ILLINOIS, INC. D/B/A ) BENEFICIAL MORTGAGE CO. OF ILLINOIS; ) DEFENDANTS ) 13CH 54 Address: 2600 East St. Van Orin, Illinois 61374 Judge Marc Bernabei NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 19, 2013, I, Sheriff of Bureau County, Illinois, will on March 20, 2014 at the hour of 11:00 a.m. at the Bureau County Courthouse , 700 S. Main Street, Princeton, IL 61356, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Bureau, State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: COMMON ADDRESS: 2600 East St., Van Orin, Illinois 61374 P.I.N.: 05-16-151-004 The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

THE JUDGMENT AMOUNT WAS: $100,366.24 Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds; the balance, by certified funds, is due within twenty four (24) hours. 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.

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 property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representations as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

Pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512, the amounts of any surplus bid will be held by the sheriff until a party obtains a Court Order for its distribution, or for 60 days following the date of the entry of the order confirming sale, at which time, in the absence of an order directing payment of the surplus, it may be automatically forfeited to the State without further notice.

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 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. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, 230 W. Monroe St., Chicago, IL 60606, telephone 312-541-9710. Please refer to file number IL 12 3791.

Sheriff of Bureau County, Illinois Johnson, Blumberg, & Associates, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite 1125 Chicago, Illinois 60606 Ph. 312-541-9710 Fax 312-541-9711 JB&A # IL 12 3791 I591999 Published in the Bureau County Republican Feb. 27, Mar. 6 and 13, 2014.

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25 S. Chestnut St., Princeton

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VIEW LISTING & PHOTOS ON WEBSITE: www.tumblesonauction.com ANTIQUE & QUALITY MODERN FURNITURE: Antique: Oak Glass Front Drop Front Secretary; Walnut Commode w/ Candle Stands; Oak Table; Set of 6 matching Oak Chairs; Duncan Phyfe mahogany Hutch; Two Door Primitive Cabinet (Bottom Only); Formica Top Table; modern: Like New Upholstered Chair & Occasional Chairs; Lane 3 Piece Bedroom Set; Set of 2-Two Piece Bedroom Sets (Full & Twin); Set of matching Plaid Loveseats; Sm. Toshiba TV; Coffee & End Tables; Fern Stand; Credenza w/ mirror; Kitchen Table w/ 4 Chairs & Leaves; Drop Leaf Table w/ 6matching Chairs; Glass Door Hutch; 2-Three Drawer Dressers; Roll Top Desk; Lawn Furniture; File Cabinet; Pictures & Frames; Lamps; Like New GE Humidifier ANTIQUES, COLLECTIBLES & HOUSEHOLD: RS Prussia; Cranberry Opalescent Pickle Caster, Pitcher & Sm. Glass; Sm. Waterford Vase; Nippon Dresser Set; Crystal Stemware; Set of Pfaltzgraff Dishes; Rooster/Chicken Decorator Figurines; Oriental Items; Sewing; Quilt & Linens; Toys; Books; Kerosene Lamps; Old Lanterns; Bird Houses; Garden/Hand Tools; Ladders; Usual Line of Kitchenware Items

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TISKILWA For Sale. Newer 3 bedroom, 2 bath.

Central air. Appliances included. Attached heated garage. Call 815-8782569, leave message

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WYANET 1 bedroom upstairs apartment. Appliances and utilities included. $450 + deposit and references. 815-866-1998

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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.

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

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PRINCETON Modern & Clean 2 bedroom. Hardwood floors, garage, all kitchen appliances included. No pets. No smoking. $695/month + utilities.

Call 815-878-1984

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1986 Buick Century 4 door, power steering/ brakes, air, 85,900 original miles, $1,800 or best offer. Call 815-878-1018

ESTATE AUCTION

The Following will be sold at the ON SITE LOCATION of 791 Boyd Ave in Princeton, IL on:

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