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What do we do with Bureau Valley?

Board narrows options

By Goldie Currie gcurrie@bcrnews.com

MANLIUS — The top six options Bureau Valley School Board chose to consider after reviewing a

facilities study by the Farnsworth Group of Peoria were presented to the public in a special meeting on Monday, March 9. About 100 people attended the meeting.

Everyone in attendance received a copy of a breakdown summary for each option being considered.

The summary provides

a 20-year total cost for each option; a description of facility changes that would need to take place; construction cost assumptions; building maintenance and energy costs; personnel costs; transportation costs; extra curricular costs; and more.

Superintendent Steve Endress briefly reviewed

the summary with the public before going over a financial picture and future construction financing for each option available.

The entire facilities study summary for each option, as well as information on how the school would finance any option, can be viewed on a slide show or a tutorial on Bureau Valley’s

website at bv340.org.

The board will host another special meeting at 7 p.m. Monday, March 23, to review the information to public members who missed Monday’s meeting.

The board and administration is also planning to setup times for public tours of the district’s school buildings.

These times and dates will be set at a later date.

Common concerns from the public Following Endress’ presentation, members of the audience were given the

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Drugs, depression, suicide ... and more Parents need to talk with their kids on a daily basis

By Lyle Ganther lganther@bcrnews.com

PRINCETON — Parents should be helping their children by being involved with their lives in order to fight a problem of teen suicides and drug overdoses in Bureau County. That sentiment was echoed as eight people discussed this problem and related issues at a town hall meeting Tuesday, March 10, at the Bureau County Metro Center.

“We are kinda sad we are here to talk about this, but we are all happy we are here to talk about

this,” said Terry Madsen, a member of CPASA’s executive board who served as the evening’s moderator.

Princeton Police Chief Tom Root added there is a rise in cannabis use, but a heroin use hike increase is most prevalent in Princeton.

“There is a large impact on young people. It used to be heroin users were 30-40 years old. Now we are seeing 17, 18, 19 year olds becoming involved with heroin. It is a drug that obviously is very addictive,” said Root. “It leads to a lot of crime

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An administrator for Bureau County Board discusses job description, skills, salary

By Zita Henneberry zhenneberry@bcrnews.com

PRINCETON — The job description for the Bureau County administrator position has been finalized by the Bureau County Board’s ad hoc committee and will be presented to the full board at next month’s meeting.

At the Tuesday, March, 10, Bureau County Board meeting, chairman of the ad hoc committee Steve Sondgeroth said the job description calls for a highly-qualified individual to fit the exact needs of the county.

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word, every sentence; we really think we have the right job description for a county administrator,” said Sondgeroth.

Sondgeroth proposed the decision on whether or not to hire a recruiter for the new position also be placed on the agenda for next month’s meeting.

He explained the ad hoc committee should meet one last time to finalize their recommendation for a recruiter and to review the job description one last time. However, he said, the purpose of the ad hoc committee has been fulfilled.

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BV From Page 1 opportunity to ask questions and voice concerns they had about the six options presented.

A popular concern among many was the idea of removing a school from a town, and how that might affect the population for that town.

While Endress confirmed it has been a common concern among many, he pointed out a case study in Bureau Valley that runs contrary to the popular belief. One example from the study he shared is in Sheffield; there has not been a school in the village for quite a few years, yet the population has maintained, even increased. In Manlius, there is a school, yet their population has not increased.

Many had concerns on what the changes might do to the transportation and busing routes currently put in place. While it’s not yet known what would happen to the bus routes, it was pointed out the time students spent on a bus would need to be considered before moving forward.

Another common concern heard throughout the night was combining the junior high and high school students together in one building.

Endress reminded many what it was like before the Bureau Valley High School was built and how junior high and high school were once put into the same building at that time.

“Just as parents trusted teachers, staff and principals to create an appropriate learning environment, I have full confidence in my staff that they would be very aware and always working for that positive experience for students,” he said.

Endress said there would be separate spaces for junior high functions.

Looking at the curricular aspect of merging age groups, Endress sees it as an opportunity to expose junior high students to better opportunities BV cannot offer them today.

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Under the BV microscope: Six options 1. Maintaining the current Bureau Valley (BV) set-up. Having prekindergarten (PreK)-second grade in Wyanet; third-eighth grades in Buda; PreK-eighth grades in Walnut; and ninth-12th grades in Manlius. This option’s 20-year cost would be $166,655,000.

2. PreK-12th grades in Manlius. This option’s 20-year cost would be $145,407,000. Construction assumption is $14.9 million.

3. PreK-fifth grades in Sheffield, Wyanet and Walnut; sixth-12th grades in Manlius. This option’s 20-year cost would be $159,858,000.

Construction assumption is $10.4 million.

4. PreK-fifth grades in Buda, Wyanet and Walnut; sixth-12th grades in Manlius. This 20-year cost would be $158,345,500. Construction assumption is $6.5 million.

5. PreK-fifth grades in Buda and Walnut; sixth12th grades in Manlius. This 20-year cost would be $155,772,000. Construction assumption is $9.1 million.

6. PreK-fifth grades in a new, unknown site located somewhere in the south/central area of the district and Walnut; sixth-12th grades in Manlius. This 20-year cost would be $158,549,000.

Construction assumption is $16.2 million.

Where does the board stand?

Following public comment, each board member had the opportunity to share their philosophy and comments about the six options.

From their comments, it’s evident the majority of the board is leaning toward an option that would combine the junior high and high school.

As presented, combining the two schools would allow more equal learning educational and extra curricular opportunities. Bringing junior high to the high school would allow the younger students the opportunity to dive into vocational education opportunities, which will be provided in the new BV Vision 2020 — a plan to offer students additional opportunities that could result in an associate’s degree or industry certification.

Board members pointed out how the option to combine the schools could allow junior high students the opportunity to be introduced to foreign language, FFA, industrial arts, sports

opportunities like golf, cross country, softball and much more.

Bureau Valley Board President Rick Cernovich said Option 2, which includes all students attending school in Manlius, best addresses the inequality in the BV School District.

“It’s fair and equal to all students and communities,” Cernovich said. “It is the most expensive in the short-term, but least expensive is the longterm.”

Cernovich said the only option he would stand against is keeping junior high and high school students separated.

While board vice president Don King is for the junior high and high school combination, he would like to hear more public input on where the prekindergarten through fifth grades should be placed.

BV board member Justin Yepsen was able to share perspective as a new parent with concerns for his own children attending BV Schools.

“There is not a specific option I’m dead set on, but the thing I go back to is I want to give our kids

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Bureau Valley School Board’s special meeting held on Monday, March 9, drew a crowd of about 100 people — all anxious to hear information conducted in a facilities study by the Farnsworth Group of Peoria.

the best opportunities and education as possible,” he said.

He listed the opportunities he could see being available to junior high kids if they were placed in the high school building.

“In the end, we have to do what’s best for our kids,” he said.

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Wyanet increases fees for violating ordinances Board talks about a memorial for former Wyanet President John Gordon

By Becky Kramer news@bcrnews.com

WYANET — Fines for committing ordinance violations are increasing significantly in Wyanet.

On Tuesday, March 10, the Wyanet Village Board approved increasing the fines to $350 for each ordinance violation. The ordinances encompass burning, abandoned cars and excessive weeds.

Wyanet Police Chief Todd Marquez indicated the previous fine amounts were not even enough to pay for court costs if needed.

The board will be making additional changes to the ordinance concerning abandoned, wrecked, junked and dismantled motor vehicles at next month’s meeting. Trustee Marilyn Johnson has sev-

eral concerns she would like to see addressed.

Board looks a variety of village issues Village President Bruce Hand reported village workers continue to replace the new water meters. To date, 259 new meters have been installed.

Village workers will be cutting low-hanging trees on streets and alleys that hit the garbage truck.

The board also discussed a memorial for former Wyanet Village President John Gordon who recently passed away.

The board approved making a donation to the Wyanet Historical Society in his name and is considering other options as

well.

The board has had several complaints about snowmobiles in the village. Trustee Joe Law reported damage done at the baseball field from a snowmobile. Snowmobilers are reminded that there is no riding of snowmobiles in parks or yards, and that the speed limit is not to exceed 20 mph.

Bids are being requested for mowing and weed eating at the cemetery, parks and ball diamond. Information can be obtained from Wyanet Village Clerk Shelley Teske. Bids are due by 3:30 p.m. Monday, March 30. Bids will be opened at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 31, during a special board meeting and discussion will begin at 7:30 p.m.

Cemetery clean up is scheduled for Monday, March 23, and Tuesday, March 24. All items must be removed by sunset on Sunday, March 22.

In other news: • The board renewed liquor licenses for the VFW Hall and Socks Place.

Also, the board approved a special liquor license for the Bureau Valley Foundation fundraiser sponsored by the Community Club on Saturday, March 21.

• It was noted the construction on the new concession stand at the baseball field will begin soon.

• All ATV stickers expired in January and need to be renewed.

• During the April meeting, the board will discuss a new ordinance regarding grass clippings in the streets and will also discuss raising the ATV fines to $350.

The next regular meeting of the Wyanet Village Board is 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 15, in the Village Hall. Please note the change of the date.

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Mautino announces cancer diagnosis SPRING VALLEY – State Rep. Frank Mautino on Tuesday, March 10, released the following statement about the treatment he is receiving for recently diagnosed esophageal cancer: “During a routine physical in late January, my doc-

tor found a mass. Following a biopsy in February, I was diagnosed with esophageal cancer. My family and I are thankful for the skilled physicians working with me.

My prognosis is good, and I expect to make a full recovery.

“I am currently receiving chemotherapy treatment, which will be followed by several weeks of chemotherapy and radiation treatment and surgery. While my activity in the district may be limited while I receive treatment, I have

adjusted my treatment schedule so I can continue representing local residents, both in my district and in the State Capitol.

“My family and I would like to thank everyone for their thoughts and prayers at this time.”

Garage sales return to Bureau County Fairgrounds PRINCETON — Garage sales return to the Bureau County Fairgrounds starting Saturday, March 14, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the three heated exhibit halls.

Dealers are welcome and there is both indoor and outdoor space available.

For information, call 815303-2905.

Admission to the public is free with a canned good donation for the food pantry and the events are under new management.

April 12 will feature a flea market; May 16, “stuff

in a trunk”; and June 19 and 20, More on 34 garage sales. Flea markets will be Sept. 13 and Oct. 18.

On Nov. 15, another huge garage sale event happens and Dec. 5 will be a toy, craft and vendor show.

A concession stand also

is located in the building for all events.

For complete schedule details, see the fair’s website at www.bureaucountyfair.com. The 160th Bureau County Fair will run Aug. 26-30 in Princeton.

Sham-Rock-N-Roll Pub Crawl is Saturday SHEFFIELD — A fundraiser for the Western Bureau County Food Pantry is set for Saturday, March 14.

The second annual St. Patrick’s Day event, Sham-Rock-N-Roll Pub Crawl, to benefit the Western Bureau County Food Pantry begins at 3 p.m. at Red’s Bar and Grill in Sheffield and ends at 9 p.m. at Brothers Pub in Sheffield. Bar stops will

be at Red’s Bar and Grill, Beulah’s in Manlius, the Buda Bar, the Neponset Oasis and the Wagon Wheel in Mineral.

Even though tickets are already sold out for the event, organizers of the event say people may still follow the bus on the pub crawl.

When the bus arrives back at Brothers Pub at approximately 8:45 p.m., there will be a live auc-

tion of donated items from various businesses in the towns the Western Bureau County Food Pantry serves. There will also be a prize for the best St. Patty’s costume.

Music by Windjam will immediately follow the auction.

All proceeds will benefit the Western Bureau County Food Pantry.

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Those with questions can call Lisa Aber at 309238-2229.

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One-on-one with Geno Caffarini New Bureau County State’s Attorney settles into his job

By Zita Henneberry zhenneberry@bcrnews.com

Attorney Geno Caffarini has returned to Bureau County as the new Bureau County State’s Attorney; he has been active in his position for the last month. According to Caffarini, the transition has been smooth and simple.

“Having served as an assistant Bureau County state’s attorney from 1992 to 2009, I feel as though I have never left,” Caffarini said.

Before returning to Princeton, Caffarini was working as an attorney at the Anthony C. Raccuglia and Associates law firm in Peru. Now, however, Caffarini said it has been great returning to the State’s Attorney’s office and working with the people and local police in the Bureau County Courthouse once again.

“It helped having been an assistant state’s attorney for 17 years and knowing the personnel in the office,” he said.

Caffarini was initially appointed by Chief Judge Ryan, shortly after the resignation of former Bureau County State’s Attorney Patrick Herrmann on Feb. 1, It wasn’t until March 1, however, that Caffarini was offi-

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“I appreciate the way in which the county board has supported this transition, and I look forward to working in conjunction with the county board to continue to protect the interests of the people of Bureau County,” he said.

Caffarini was back to work as usual on Day 1 of his return to the Bureau County State’s Attorney’s office. Fortunately, he added, former State’s Attorney Patrick Herrmann has made himself available to help make this transition smooth.

While nothing about his new position in the office surprised him, Caffarini has found the constant need for his availability to be slightly taxing. He and his staff must make themselves available for local law enforcement whenever the need arises.

“This is a 24-hour, seven days a week job,” said Caffarini.

Caffarini said he is not taking his new position lightly.

“I would like the people of Bureau County to know that I am a devoted law enforcement official and want Bureau County to remain a safe community for all of us.”

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In addition to cannabis and heroin, Root said the use of prescription drugs is also on the rise. “This is a huge problem for us.

We are seeing a rise in that beyond belief,” he added.

Root said his department has been aggressive in either arresting drug dealers or getting them out of the area before ruining the lives of the area’s young people.

Root wants people to be more aware of what is going on in their communities. “The last thing we want to do is to arrest them, especially our youth.

It is about saving their lives.”

Root said this area isn’t unique in having a drug problem. There are drug dealers in communities of 200,000 or 50; someone is abusing drugs or alcohol or some substance.

“We want to be ahead of the game and be more proactive and preventive.

Prevention is the key. We are all striving for prevention,” he said.

When the area went through a rash of teen suicides, the issues involved were for depression, drug-related and peer pressure. “We are trying to protect our kids. They are the ones who need help. but we can’t do it without you,” Root said.

The deaths of teens from overdoses or suicide impact everybody from the family to first responders.

“We are tired of the teen deaths or suicides,” he said. “We all care about our

Administrator From Page 1 Board member Mike Maynard requested the committee return to the task in order to decide on a recommendation for the position’s range of pay. Based on whatever resources are available to the committee, he said, a general range could be offered to provide a better understanding of the position and need for a recruiter.

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Bureau County Sheriff Jim Reed (from left), Princeton Police Chief Tom Root, Spring Valley Police Chief Kevin Sangston, Princeton Fire Chief Chuck Woolley, Bureau County Coroner Janice Wamhoff, Dr. Paul Bonucci, Christine Kohut of North Central Behavioral Health Systems and Mark Horwitz, a certified alcohol/drug counselor, were members of a panel at Tuesday’s town hall meeting sponsored by Bureau/Putnam County Community Partners Against Substance Abuse. kids. We all want to protect them if we can. We need to be a neighborhood watch working together as one big team to combat the war on drugs in our communities. If we do that, you will be amazed how fast those people will pack up and get out of town because the pressure is on. We all need to get involved to stop this and work together.”

Spring Valley Police Chief Kevin Sangston said there has been a huge spike in heroin overdoses and deaths since the mid2000s.

“Alcohol abuse is a huge issue, especially among the youth. Synthetic cannabis and bath salts abuse also came to Spring Valley area with smoke shops, which were closed due to stricter legislation dealing with these shops’ sales of these drugs,” he said. “Many people get addicted to heroin because of their previous addiction to prescription medications.”

Sangston, a father of a 22-year-old daughter and a 17-year-old son, said he told both of them to not succumb to peer pressure.

Sangston said he knows all of his son’s friends and who he is hanging out with at all times. If he goes out with a friend, Sangston asks him who he is going out with and then goes to see who is in the car his son is leaving with. He asks him where he is going and what time he is going to be there.

Sangston’s son is expected to text him when he gets to his destination.

“There are times when I go there and ask for him to step outside,” added Sangston. “It is not that I don’t trust him, but I want him to know I am watching him. He knows there are going to be consequences.”

Sangston urges parents to talk with their children on a daily basis, telling them to make good decisions. Parents need to give

their children all the tools to make good choices they need when they go out on their own. Parents need to constantly reinforce to their children to make good choices.

“You have to be good parents first. It is free,” he added. “You don’t have to get special training ... It is something we can do on a daily basis.”

Bureau County Coroner Janice Wamhoff said when she became coroner 28 years ago, most overdose deaths were from cocaine.

Now it is heroin. Alcohol is still one of the leading causes of death, whether it be from accidents, suicides or homicides.

Wamhoff said parents have to spend time talking with their children because the average parent spends less than 10 minutes a day talking to them.

Dr. Paul Bonucci of Princeton Prompt Care said there is a terrible, new wave of drug abuse in the

Board member Tom Dobrich disagreed. He said the ad hoc committee has completed the task it was given. Making a payment recommendation is not the job of the committee, he added.

Board members discussed the necessity of having an idea of the range of pay for the position. They agreed there is a need to decide on a range of pay in order to determine the necessity of a recruiter and the individuals to be considered for

the position.

The job description is for the Cadillac, therefore, the county would pay for the Cadillac, said board member Mary Jane Marini, who is also on the ad hoc committee.

Discussion followed pertaining to an acceptable recommendation for the county administrator’s range of pay and who would be best suited to make the recommendation.

After some discussion it was agreed upon that

Sondgeroth would contact a recruiter to make the general suggestion for the board at next month’s meeting.

However, the right county administrator would be able to make up for more than just their salary in money saved for the county, said board member Robert Albrecht.

Therefore, he added, the board should focus more on an individual’s skill than salary.

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area — a combination of heroin and misuse of prescription narcotics.

Bonucci urged parents who see substance abuse problems in their child to take action and not let it slide.

“They need your help, and they are going to need your help for quite awhile.

These narcotics are highly habit forming. In order to become sober, people need other people who care about them.”

Bureau County Sheriff Jim Reed said there has been a steady increase of heroin use in the past 10 years in addition to alcohol and marijuana use.

“Heroin is becoming very prevalent in all our communities,” he said.

In response to parents feeling their child has privacy and not becoming involved with them, Reed said “A kid with a record is better than a dead kid. It

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is much better to get them help.”

Princeton Fire Chief Chuck Woolley said there aren’t antidotes available for emergency personnel to use for all of the drugs that people put into their bodies to help them when they do overdose, since drug dealers use new and inventive substances to combine with the drugs in order to conceal them.

Christine Kohut of North Central Behavioral Health Systems and Mark Horwitz, a certified alcohol/ drug counselor, were also on the panel. Kohut said it is important for people to follow through on treatment recommendations given them.

Horwitz said the area and the state of Illinois don’t have enough treatment facilities for people with substance abuse problems.

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Obituaries Everett Carter

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PRINCETON — Everett J. Carter, 93, of Princeton died at 12:54 a.m. Tuesday, March 10, 2015, at Perry Memorial Hospital in Princeton with his family surrounding him.

Born Jan. 27, 1922, in Walnut to James and Eliza Carter, he married Shirley Everett Carter A. Feurer April 12, 1947, in Malden. She survives.

He was a 1940 graduate of Princeton High School. He was a lifetime farmer and worked at Pioneer Seed Co. in Princeton.

He was a former Princeton Lion, a member of the Princeton Elks Lodge, a St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church board member for two terms, and a member of the Bureau County Zoning Board and Bureau County Farm Bureau.

Surviving are two daughters, Sharon (Lyle Jr.) Vaughn of Dallas, Texas, and Linda Bracken of Hazel Crest; one son, James (Linda) Carter of Princeton; five grandchildren, Todd Vaughn of Lahaina, Hawaii, Amy (Jeffrey) Johnson of Dallas, Texas, E,J. (Dana Katz) Carter of Portland, Ore., Deana (Nadim Amiry) Bracken of Los Angeles, Calif., and Andrew (Nicole) Carter of Oak Park; and five great-grandchildren, Maddie, Simon, Dylan, James and Wesley.

He was preceded in death by his parents, six sisters and two brothers.

Everett Carter had a lasting impact on both his family and the community.

His kindness, loyalty and unforgettable sense of humor will be dearly missed by all that knew him.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 14, at St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church in Princeton with the Rev. Scott Schmidt officiating. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery, Princeton.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m.

Friday, March 13, at the Grant-Johnson Funeral Home in Princeton.

Pallbearers will be Irvin Gustafson, Todd Vaughn, Michael Harris, E.J. Carter, Andrew Carter and Nadim Amiry.

Memorials may be directed to Gateway Services in Princeton.

Online condolences may be left at www.grant-johnsonfh.com.

TEMECULA, Calif. — James C. “Jim” Small was born in Nashville, Ill., on Oct. 15, 1937, and died at his home in Temecula, Calif., on Friday, March 6, 2015, surrounded by loved ones. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Joanne.

In 1969, he married his wife Elie, for whom he always expressed the James Small utmost love and devotion.

The love between them has often been admired by those who knew them. She survives.

He is also survived by his three children, Jay (Beth) Small of Burien, Wash., Sue Small of Aurora, Colo., and Sara (Shawn) Cooper of Bartlett; his two grandchildren, Nathan and Ryan Cooper; his brother, Richard (Joyce) Small of Hillsboro; and his sister, Connie (Ward) Bauer of Andover, Minn. He was loved like a father by many nieces, nephews and friends.

Jim graduated from Drake University School of Pharmacy in 1959. He joined the Air National Guard in 1960 and was called to active duty in the fall of 1961. While active, he was in charge of medical service personnel in the 182nd USAF Dispensary.

In 2004, he and Elie retired to Temecula, Calif., from Princeton, where he had moved with his family as a young boy. He was a registered pharmacist, and together he and Elie ran Fawcett’s Pharmacy in Princeton for almost 40 years.

The community of Princeton remembers him as a kind, caring and generous businessman. His family and friends knew him to be loving, devoted, witty, chivalrous and always without complaint through his lengthy illness.

Visitation will be at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, March 14, with the funeral service immediately following at 1 p.m. at England Family Mortuary, 27135 Jefferson Ave., Temecula, Calif. Interment will be private at a later date at Miramar National Cemetery.

Any memorials may be directed to the National Parkinson Foundation.

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Kathleen Huettemann

NEPONSET — Edna L. Morris, 99, of Neponset died at 9:35 p.m.

Monday, March 9, 2015, at Royal Oaks Care Center Edna Morris in Kewanee.

Born Oct. 20, 1915, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Roseco and Josephine (Bennett) Lyle, she married Clarence L. Morris Sept 17, 1938, in Sheffield. He died July 4, 1976.

She was a graduate of Sheffield High School.

She worked at Prairie View Health Care, Princeton, retiring in 1981.

She attended Bunker Hill Church of God in Buda.

Surviving are one daughter, Joyce M. Morris of Princeton; one son, Ronald E. (Janet) Morris of Neponset; nine grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.

She was also preceded in death by two sons, Herbert and Ross Morris; two brothers, Steven and Frank “Bud” Lyle; and one sister, Mildred Bartolucci.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday, March 13, at the Grant-Johnson Funeral Home, Princeton, with Pastor David Hamilton officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Bloom Cemetery, Tiskilwa.

There will be no visitation. Memorials may be directed to the Buda Rescue Squad/Neponset Rescue Squad.

SEATONVILLE — Kathleen “Kay” Huettemann, 65, of Seatonville died at 5:35 p.m. Sunday, March 8, 2015, at her home.

Kay was born Aug. 25, 1949, in Chicago to Aloysius and Ardell (Priebel) Loebach.

Kay attended St. Joseph Grade School and LaSalle-Peru Township High School, graduating in 1967. She married Robert Kathleen Huettemann on Aug. 5, 1972, in St. HyaHuettemann cinth Catholic Church in LaSalle.

Kay loved music and was active in Sweet Adelines International, serving as a member and later, director, of Illinois Valley Chorus. She also performed in a number of quartets. She first worked for Dick Janko/ Atlas Building Co. in Peru until quitting to raise her children. She later worked for the University of Illinois Extension in Bureau County, then as a human relations assistant at Jostens and MTM Recognition in Princeton until retiring. She and her family also operated Apple Valley Farm in Seatonville for a number of years. Kay was a member of the former St. Gertrude Catholic Church in Seatonville, where she served as choir director and was also a Eucharistic minister.

Survivors include her husband, Bob of Seatonville; her three children, Clay (Alicia) Huettemann of Peru, Nicki (Craig) Olson of Seatonville and Cole (Kris) Huettemann of Seatonville; 13 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two sisters, Paula (Chuck) Mauritzen of Oglesby and Joanne Nichols (Rick Felsing) of Seatonville; and eight nieces and nephews.

Kay’s funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 12, at the Barto Funeral Home in Spring Valley with Pastor Bill Jacobsen of the Seatonville Congregational Church-Independent officiating. Burial will be in St. Hyacinth Cemetery at a later date.

Visitation was held Wednesday, March 11, and will be one hour prior to the services Thursday, at the funeral home. Memorials may be directed to the family for donation or directly to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

A guestbook may be signed at www.bartofh.com.

Willis Anderson TISKILWA — Willis R. Anderson, 95, of Tiskilwa passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2015, in his home. Services are tentatively scheduled for Thursday, March, 19. Arrangements are through the Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home in Princeton.

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Saturday, April 25th Time: Show at 2PM & 7PM Place: Princeton High School Auditorium Date:

All proceeds benefit services & activities at the BC Senior Center

REAL FAMILY, REAL MUSIC, REAL FUN!

Wednesday, March 18th Bureau County Metro Center 7:00-8:30 AM Tickets: $15 (includes breakfast) Guest Speakers: Harold Steele, Local Agricultural Le er & the Future Farmers of America or tickets by calling: 815-875-2616 Winners of the 1st Agricultural Art Contest will be announced

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Perspective Bureau County

Republican

Serving Bureau County Since 1847

Sam R Fisher

Terri Simon

Publisher

Editor

It’s not always smooth sailing For the past year-plus, my dad has been building a sailboat in the basement. It has been a source of awe and amusement for those in my family. Most often people will ask if he intends to knock a hole out of the wall in order to get it out of the basement. He will always chuckle and tell people it will fit through the door.

The boat has been in the works for a while. He built a kayak in 2007. Then he built a second one, so he and my mom could go kayaking together. After that, the dry dock, aka the basement, COMMENTARY was quiet for a little while until he decided to build a boat for duck hunting. Once the duck boat was finished, dry dock went back to being my dad’s workshop. However, the man is never satisfied, and he has wanted to build a sailboat for quite some time.

It all began rather quietly, I might say. He purchased the plans for a 16-foot wooden sailboat originally designed and built by Uffa Fox in England. He pored over those plans for months. He laminated them, so they wouldn’t get ruined in the process.

He made changes and figured out how best to build it. Then it all just hit a pause until my dad started to complain about a delivery truck that wouldn’t deliver to the house. He’s had shipments of wood brought right to the driveway in the back of a semi before, but this one refused to come down the court. My mom asked what type of wood he was expecting, was it for a cabinet, turned pieces or something else work related.

Well he was cornered, and in his I-just-got-caught voice, said “marine plywood.” The man had finally ordered the materials for a boat and hadn’t told Mom. Once it arrived, it just sat there ... waiting for the day it would be buoyant on the open seas, lake or river.

Then things started to happen. Forms went up.

Wood was cut to length and started to take on the shape of a hull. Fiberglass sealed the wood to prevent leaks in the hull. The whole thing was sanded down inside and out. And then it happened. The boat flipped, and it looked like a real boat. Dad began to work on the interior, adding buoyant points, making a seat, attaching the hardware.

The best part, in my humble opinion, is when it got painted. It became super sleek and lends to the impression it could win a race. He’s painted it race car red. It is shockingly red. When I told my dad I was surprised with how red it was, he said, “it’s not called siren red for nothing.”

So this boat has been in the basement for nearly 15 months. It has taken up most of the available space in the basement. But that is no longer the case. As of lunchtime Tuesday, March 10, the boat is sitting nicely on its trailer at my parents’ house. And it even fit through the standard basement door. Only took four movers and Dad to move it, but it is now out.

I’ve been impressed by my dad’s dedication to this project. He wanted to have it done in seven months, but that didn’t happen. He’s kept with it even with all the “NCIS” Leroy Jethro Gibbs quips. He has a few more months of work and then some sea trials before the big test later this summer. Soon we’ll be sailing away into the sunset on the Honk Lively.

BCR Design Editor Sarah Denton can be reached at sdenton@bcrnews.com.

Sarah Denton

TO Letter THE Editor

Road conditions To the Editor, Do you drive from Princeton to Tiskilwa down the long hill? Do you have a comment to make? If so, call the Illinois Department of Transportation in Ottawa.

Rowland Munn Tiskilwa, IL

First Person Ron McCutchan

City: Princeton.

Where did you grow up: Princeton.

Family: My mom, two brothers and a sister live in Princeton, and another brother lives in Mahomet.

Pets: None.

Occupation: Head of Youth Services, Princeton Public Library.

What is the last song you listened to: A mash-up of “Ten Minutes Ago”

(from Cinderella) and “The Next Ten Minutes” (from The Last Five Years) sung by Jeremy Jordan and Laura Osnes (on YouTube).

What is the last book you read: “Jackaby” by William Ritter (I read a lot of young adult and children’s books for work!)

What is the last television show you watched: “Big Bang Theory.”

If you were stranded on a deserted island and could have just one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be: As boring as it sounds, rice and vegetables — but that’s assuming I can change up the veggies, maybe occasionally do a risotto or rice-cheese bake!

If you were stranded on a deserted island and could take only one thing with you, what would it be: Internet access!

What is your favorite local restau-

rant: Flour House Bakery and Coffee.

People would be surprised to know that you: I have a bachelor’s degree in medieval studies (or maybe the surprising thing is that I have ONLY a bachelor’s degree in medieval studies).

What is your favorite thing about the city you live in: Festival 56 in the summers.

If you could change one thing about your town, what would it be: I wish more people were aware of the myriad cultural and recreational opportunities we have going on in town, from Festival 56, the Prairie Arts Center and the Princeton Coffeehouse to the library (and its many programs and resources) and our nearby natural resources like the Hennepin Canal and the Dixon Waterfowl Refuge. We have so many good things happening in this community, and yet so many people don’t take advantage of them!

Headlines from the past No introductions are needed for this issue: I present “Headlines from the past.” All information is taken from past issues of the Bureau County Republican.

June 15, 1932: The board of directors for Ladd Public Schools has found themselves in a sticky situation. The teachers have not been paid a salary since Christmas, and the future looks no brighter. A loan cannot be negotiated, and the tax money is not sufficient to meet the obligations. Along with no salaries, the teachers’ pay has been cut by 20 percent. This means very little to the faculty who is not receiving their wages anyhow. The only ray of hope is the tax on the pipeline. In spite of this, the teachers and Professor Steffens are rendering their services to the highest of standards.

They realize the financial conditions of the school and are patiently waiting for their money.

Sept. 1, 1898: Wyanet. Jack Buchanan, an officer of Wyanet, shot Frank Thomas, a colored resident of Princeton, on Friday night.

Thomas had been released from the jail in Princeton on Aug. 15, with the stipulation he leave town to never return. Traveling along the Hennepin Canal, he fell in with a group of roustabouts. On Friday morning, Thomas and a partner went to Wyanet for what they called a spree. Becoming drunk in nature, they went to Heaton’s Meat Market and Bakery looking for a handout about 4 p.m. When refused,

Todd Borsch COMMENTARY

Thomas left the building and stood outside where he had words with one of the owners, George Heaton. Thomas then struck Heaton a blow to the back and for his efforts was struck in the jaw by George’s brother, Mort. At this time, the two hobos saw a marshal approaching and decided to take flight. Officer Buchanan ordered them to halt and fired three shots. Thomas then stopped near the elevator where a tussle ensued between Thomas and Buchanan. Frank Cramer then stepped in on the side of the law, and Thomas was taken into custody. Thomas walked peaceably to the jail and then declared he would not enter. Thomas pushed Cramer, and Buchanan took out his revolver and shot Thomas in the breast. Frank Thomas, during an interview with a BCR reporter, stated this was not the first time he had been shot as he had been shot on four other occasions. Thomas claims to have been shot while in Mendota, Cincinnati and Hannibal, Mo. Along with his claims of being shot, Thomas says he was also stabbed in Chattanooga Tenn. Thomas was expected to survive his wounds.

Sept. 29, 1898, Page 6. Loretta

Goodrich sued the city of Spring Valley on behalf of her baby. The Spring Valley authorities were in the process of cleaning the gutters with city water using a hose. While crossing the street, Mrs. Goodrich stubbed her toe on the hose throwing her baby against a stone wall and injuring it to a certain degree.

The baby received $250 for injuries.

Sept. 29, 1898. Theodore Howard was indicted for malicious mischief.

Seems Mr. Howard attempted to get rid of his wife and baby by blowing up a keg of gun powder next to their house. The bedroom was partially wrecked by the explosion, but no one was injured. Howard was arrested and later released under a $1,000 bond; his wife appearing as surety.

Oct. 13, 1898: Theodore Howard pleaded guilty to the charge of intent to do bodily harm to his wife and baby. Howard paid a $100 fine and court cost.

Sept. 29, 1898 Page 6: Ida Pierson was awarded $3,000 in a breach of promise case against August Swanson. The jury felt this was fair under the aggravated circumstances.

Sept. 29, 1898: Charles T. Deffenbaugh of Tiskilwa was indicted for criminal assault against 15-yearold Tillie Bachman. Deffenbaugh pleaded guilty in court and was sentenced to 20 years to the penitentiary.

Princeton resident Todd Borsch can be reached at borsch3@ivnet. com.

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Lenten events — Area churches and groups announce upcoming Lenten services and events.

See Page 7.

Fr. Dominic Garramone receives honor PERU — Fr. Dominic Garramone, O.S.B., will be featured as one of St. Mary’s University’s selected 100 alumni during their centennial. One hundred alumni for the 100th year were nominated and selected for this honor. With more than 42,000 St. Mary’s alumni, the recipients were chosen based on those living the St. Mary’s mission of service, leadership and transforming other’s lives and making a positive difference in their communication and beyond.

St. Mary’s will publish Garramone’s biography in a future edition of their magazine and, his biography

and picture will be framed and displayed at both of St. Mary’s Minnesota campuses in Winona and the Twin Cities to serve as inspiration to current students and a tribute to his work.

“St. Mary’s has produced some wonderful alumni for the church, and I’m honored and humbled to be among the ones singled out for their Centennial,” said Garramone. “I’m also proud to represent Immaculate Heart of Mary Seminary which is attached to the university and gave me a solid formation in community life as well.”

Fr. Dominic Garramone, O.S.B., majored in theatre at Illinois Wesleyan and St. Mary’s University Winona, Minn., and joined the monastic community of St. Bede Abbey in 1983.

Garramone recently was honored as the recipient of the Illinois Theatre Association’s 2014 Award of Excellent in Secondary Theatre. He has been the drama director and stage manager for 30 years at St. Bede Academy, producing more than 150 shows during that period. Father Dominic and the Saint Bede “Stage Rats” as they are known have written dozens of plays for the Academy.

Nature’s Corner program will be presented Saturday SPRING VALLEY — When it comes to nature, children are very inquisitive. On Saturday, March 14, “Where does maple syrup come from?” will be the topic presented to children.

Lisa Sons, a sugar bushmaster, will discuss tree-tapping and then actually tap a maple tree. Children will taste the raw sap and enjoy maple syrup on an ice cream cone.

Sons learned the art while serving as a park naturalist at Indian Creek Nature Center in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. She is currently a pro-

gram specialist with the Girl Scouts of Central Illinois and continues to offer a maple syrup program at Starved Rock.

Nature’s Corner is a free program designed for inquisitive children aged 3-12, accompanied by an adult, and meets the second Saturday of each month. Children learn about the nature around us, plus take part in a seasonal activity and craft. Participants meet rain or shine from 10 a.m. to noon at Echo Bluff Park.

Hall Township’s Echo Bluff Park’s

Activity Director Samantha Brown coordinates the event.

Echo Bluff Park is a 60-acre park located one mile off of Route 29 between Spring Valley and DePue. It is the perfect backdrop for nature classes and children will learn to appreciate the beauty of nature.

Each month will focus on a particular wonder of nature. Participants are asked to wear socks and tennis shoes.

For more information, call Echo Bluff at 815-447-2115 or check out their website at www.echobluff.org.

Lenten Services and Events Princeton PRINCETON — The First Presbyterian Church of Princeton will host a soup and Bible Lenten meditations at noon Thursday, March 12, and Thursday, March 19, in fellowship hall. The church, located at the corner of Park and Euclid, is handicap accessible. For more information, call 815-875-1306.

PRINCETON — The Hampshire Colony Congregational Church women’s fellowship will hold a musical program and lunch on Wednesdays throughout the Lenten season.

Phil Kaufman will perform from 12:10 to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 18, followed by a luncheon in fellowship hall. The menu will be baked potato bar with toppings.

For more information, call 815875-2329.

PRINCETON — The First United Methodist Church will hold its annual T.G.I.W. (Thank Goodness It’s Wednesday) Lenten program every other Wednesday evening during Lent. T.G.I.W. will start with a light

meal at 5:15 p.m. and includes a brief worship time. There will be a dinner and studies from 6 to 7 p.m. The next event will be held Wednesday, March 25. For more information, call 815-872-2821.

PRINCETON — St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church, during Lent, is serving a soup supper at 6 p.m.

Wednesday, March 18, with a Lenten worship to follow at 7 p.m.

Pastor Scott Schmidt will read two chapters of the Gospel according to Mark from memory.

PRINCETON — St. Louis Catholic School will be offering a Friday Lenten fish fry from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Friday, March 13, at 616 S. Gosse Blvd., Princeton. The menu includes fried and baked fish with all the trimmings, beverage and dessert. Take-out orders are available by calling 815-872-8521 after 3 p.m. Fridays.

Bureau BUREAU — The First Congregational Church of Bureau will host

Rick Moreland for a Lenten service at 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 18.

Manlius MANLIUS — Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Manlius will host a soup supper at 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday, March 18, followed by a mid-week Lenten service at 6:30 p.m. Trinity is located at 202 S. Fourth St. in Manlius. For more information, call the church office at 815-445-2073.

Bureau/LaSalle counties Seven area churches in Bureau and LaSalle counties will join together to celebrate Lent. The services will be held at a different host church each week, except for Good Friday. The services will begin with a light soup supper at 6 p.m. and proceed to the worship service at 7 p.m. The service will be held Wednesday, March 18, at The Waltham Presbyterian Church, 809 N. 3450th Road, North Utica.

Wedding Aisle — Area couples announce their upcoming weddings. Announcements run every other Thursday. See Page 8.

Community Notes Legion meeting in Ladd LADD — Harold E. Russell American Legion Post 938 of Ladd will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 17, at the Legion Post in Ladd.

March Madness flea market PRINCETON — Open Prairie Church, 25 E. Marion St., Princeton, will host a March Madness event from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 21. There will be a flea market featuring antique radios, books, dishes, silver, furniture, shoes, jewelry, art, imported items, re-purposed keys and bottles, kid’s clothes and more.

There will be raffles and a taco bar by Rich Hornbakers for $4 per taco.

Free movie night WYANET — A free family movie night, sponsored by the Wyanet United Methodist Church, will be at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, March 21, at the church, 112 W. Main St. in Wyanet. The movie will be “The Never Ending Story.” Refreshments will be available after the movie.

Next month’s movie will be “Frozen,” complete with a Frozen party.

Rise up with Jesus PRINCETON — A unique, multi-sensory Easter family event, Rise Up with Jesus, will be hosted at the First United Methodist Church from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, March 27. This high-flying adventure is designed to provide a fun Easter experience for families as they travel through engaging, station-based adventures. Guests will experience games, activities, crafts, and an interactive drama — all while experiencing Easter in a new and refreshing way. For more information, call 815-872-2821.

Comedy night in Ladd LADD — Laughter with style, a comedy night for women, will raise money for the Ladd 125th anniversary celebration. The event will also feature a style show of women’s fashion. The event will start at 6:30 p.m.

Friday, April 17, at the Ladd School gymnasium. Former DePue resident Tracy Moran DeGraff will present a 45-minute program of hilarious true stories. She is the author of “Life Anyway Mom.” The fashion show will feature clothing from LaynaBellas in Ottawa. Tickets are $15 each and will be available soon. Light refreshments will be provided and door prizes are planned.

Spaghetti dinner LASALLE — The Lighted Way and Uptown Grill are co-sponsoring the annual spaghetti dinner fundraiser from 4:30 to 8 p.m. Monday, March 30. To purchase tickets, call the school from 9 to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday at 815-224-1345 and can also be purchased at the door. The donation for the dinner is $8.

Carry-outs will be available.

Make Someone Happy • Happy birthday on Friday, March 13, to Steve Bouslog. From your friends at Princeton Rotary.

• Happy birthday on Friday, March 13, to Bayly Reed. From Elaine Snow.

Richard Ahuja, MD, is here for one very ry import rtant reason.. Your eyes.

In private practicee for 13 years, Dr. Richard Ahuja has joined the team at Illinoiss Retina & Eye Associates. Dr. Ahuja is a board cert rtified, felllowship trained reetina specialist and has outstanding credeentials in the use off advanced technology and research to treat eye conditionss such as macular degeneration, diabbetic eye disease and retina tears and detachments. He offffers the Illinois Valley individualized care for their speccial vision problemss. Illinois Retina & Eye Associates is prouud to welcome him m to the practice at 3602 Marquett tte Road in Peru. For more information or to schedule an appointment, pleasse call 815-223-7400.

Dr. Ahuja is no ow providing retina care at Illinois Retina & Eye Associates.

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Bloome-Komperda Samantha Bloome, formerly of Wyanet, and Rick Komperda, formerly of Princeton, now residing in Morris, are announcing their engagement. She is the daughter of Andrew and Judy Bloome of Wyanet. He is the son of Judy Komperda of Princeton and Rich Komperda of Palatine.

The bride-elect manages an environmental company specializing in oil reclamation and energy recovery and her fiancé is the general manager for a large chain restaurant.

LAMOILLE — LaMoille Community Unit School District 303 will hold kindergarten registration for the 2015-16 school year on Thursday, March 19, at the LaMoille High School office.

Registration will be from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. and from 1:30 to 3 p.m.

Children who will be 5

Samantha Bloome and Rick Komperda The couple is planning an intimate winter wedding.

Currie-Rapp Goldie Marie Currie of Princeton and Nicholas James Rapp of Princeton are announcing their engagement and approaching marriage.

She is the daughter of Ted and Amy Lindenbusch of Lacon and he is the son of James and Nancy Rapp of Princeton.

The bride-elect is a 2006 graduate of Carson City-Crystal High School and a 2010 graduate of Michigan State University.

She received a Bachelor of Arts in English and is the senior staff writer at the Bureau County Republican.

Her fiancé is a 1997 grad-

Goldie Currie and Nicholas Rapp uate of Princeton High School and a 2002 graduate of the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign.

He received a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and is self-employed at Rapp Farms.

The couple will be married June 20 in Lacon.

Nenni-Prendergast Pete and Betsy Nenni of Cary have announced the engagement of their daughter, Erica Nenni, to Jeffrey Prendergast, the son of Michael and Barbara Prendergast of Princeton.

The bride-elect is a 2008 graduate of Northern Illinois University and is a critical care nurse at Lurie Children’s Hospital in Chicago. She is pursuing a DNP degree at Rush University.

Her fiancé received a bachelor’s degree from Southern Illinois University in 2007. He is a mechanical engineer at Sargent & Lundy in Chicago.

Kindergarten registration planned in LaMoille

Erica Nenni and Jeffrey Prendergast The couple will be married Aug. 22 in Libertyville.

They currently reside in Chicago.

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years old on or before Sept. 1, will be eligible to attend kindergarten in the fall.

Parents will be required to present a certified copy of their child’s birth certificate. A certified copy of the birth certificate may be acquired at the courthouse in the county in which the child was

born. A hospital certificate will not be accepted.

Health, dental and eye examinations for students entering kindergarten are required and need to be completed by the first day of school. All forms necessary will be available at the school that day.

No fees will be col-

lected March 19 and the child’s attendance at the registration is not necessary. Parents who are unable to register on March 19 are asked to call the office 815-6382018 to inform the school of their intent to send a child to kindergarten and to set up a different time to register.

Pre-K screening set for March 25 in Ladd LADD — Ladd Community Consolidated School District 94 will conduct a Pre-K screening on Wednesday, March 25, for the 2015-16 school year.

To be screened, children must be 3 years old by the date of the screen-

ing. There will be another screening for younger children closer to the beginning of the school year.

The screening determines eligibility for the Preschool for All program that may be at Ladd School next year. Screen-

ing is required for placement in the program and consists of a series of tests including cognitive, speech, vision and hearing.

If the school is granted a Preschool for All award by the state of Illinois,

priority placement will be based on a student’s school readiness after the children have completed the screening process.

To register a child for the screening, or for questions, call Ladd School at 815-894-2363.

Princeton Rotary Club announces Swan-Eickmeier Scholarship program PRINCETON — The Princeton Rotary Club has released information regarding the 2015 Swan-Eickmeier Scholarship Program. Applications are available at the Princeton High School guidance office.

Three $1,000 non-renewable scholarships will be awarded to Princeton High School graduating seniors pursuing a two- or four-year college degree. Scholarship funds will be paid directly to students in one installment following graduation. Scholarship money must be applied directly to tuition, room and board, fees, and/or books/media.

The criteria for students applying for the scholarship will include enrollment as a student at PHS for at least one academic year prior to graduation, the intent to complete a college degree, and enrollment as a full-time student at an accredited college or university. Selection will be based on candidate’s academic achievement, extracurricular and community activities, letters of recommendation, and a 500-word essay about how Rotary service and

ideals will play a role in their life.

“This marks the 15th year the Princeton Rotary Club will be offering scholarships,” said Judson Lusher, scholarship committee chairperson. “The Swan-Eickmeier Scholarship is another way for our members to show their support and interest in helping students further their education. Members take great pride in the scholarship program

because it helps students financially and furthers our mission of helping others,” he added.

“Funds for the scholarship program are raised through various fundraising events sponsored by the Princeton Rotary Club, including its annual charity auction,” Lusher said. “The Princeton Rotary Club also helps to fund other projects, programs, and organizations throughout the community.”

Founded in 1905, Rotary International is the world’s first service club organization. Today, Rotary flourishes worldwide with 1.2 million neighbors, friends and community leaders who come together to create positive, lasting change in our communities and around the world.

Applications must be received by Friday, April 10. Notification of the three scholarship award winners will be announced in May.

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St. Margaret’s is pleased to welcome Ralph Narinedhat, MD, FACOG, to the Medical Staff. Effective in April 2015.

Dr. Narinedhat is Board Certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and will see patients Monday and Wednesday at the Women’s Health Center in Spring Valley, and Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at the Obstetrics and Gynecology Center in Princeton.

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Radon awareness class March 19 said. “A limited number of homes have been professionally evaluated in the Illinois Valley area. Data from these homes indicates radon is an issue.

Locally, the percentage of homes above the action level as tested by professional radon measurers are Bureau County 58 percent, LaSalle County 48 percent, Marshall 77 percent, and Putnam County 75 percent. The only way to know if your home has radon levels above the action level is to test.”

Plan to attend the “Clearing the Air about Radon” workshop at Illinois Valley Community College on Thursday, March 19. Participants will

OGLESBY — Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers and the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States. Radon is a colorless, odorless gas and is found in homes throughout Illinois.

Learn more about radon at “Clearing the Air about Radon,” an informative program about radon conducted by University of Illinois Extension and IVCC. “As more homes are evaluated, we see that radon is a significant issue in northern Illinois,” Jay Solomon, University of Illinois Extension environmental and energy stewardship educator

Ag story ideas? — Contact Bureau County Republican Senior Staff Writer Goldie Currie at 815-875-4461, ext. 6335, or email her at gcurrie@bcrnews.com.

Business story ideas? — Contact Bureau County Republican reporter Lyle Ganther at 815-875-4461, ext. 6360, or email him at lganther@bcrnews.com.

learn what radon is and how it enters a home, the danger that radon poses and how a home can be tested for radon. Discussion will also include information about reducing the radon levels in a home including contact information for licensed radon professionals in the area that can help homeowners through the process of testing and mitigation.

“Clearing the Air about Radon” is open to the public and will be taught

by Solomon. Pre-registration is required by contacting IVCC. The cost is $19. Advance registration is required by Wednesday, March 18, to IVCC,

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815-224-0447 or www. ivcc.edu/onlinecec. Each household can receive a radon test kit for a $5 fee collected the evening of March 19. The radon test kit has been made available through grant assistance from the Illinois Emergency Management Agency Radon Awareness Grant. The class will be held in the new Peter Miller Community Technology Center at IVCC. University of Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment.

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PRINCETON — Tractor Supply Co. (TSC) in Princeton is hosting an event for pet owners/lovers, which they’ve dubbed, “Unleash the Savings.” The event is set for Wednesday, March 25, through Sunday, March 29. Shoppers can expect to find savings on pet products, coupons and more.

The culmination of the event will happen from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 28, and will include a cookout, a bake sale, Friends of Strays and other stray animal organizations will have pets there for adoption, and LaMoille’s Jen Rhodes of My Best Friend Training will have some of her animals there demonstrating

their agility skills, weather permitting.

TSC will be conducting its Cutest Pet Contest. From now through Saturday, March 21, the store will be accepting pet photos. Each photo must have the name of the pet, the owner’s name, address and phone number printed on the back of the photo. The public will be invited to vote on the photo of the cutest pet.

All votes will be tallied at the end of the day on Saturday, March 28, and the winner will get a bucket of pet supplies/products.

TSC is a pet-friendly store, where your pets are always welcome. For more information or questions, call 815-875-1176.

Rezin calls 38th District the ‘Energy and Chemical Corridor of America’ PERU — State Sen. Sue Rezin (R-Peru) is touting her district as taking a leading role when it comes to energy policy in Illinois.

“The 38th District is the ‘Energy and Chemical Corridor of America,’” Rezin said. “We have dozens of energy and chemical producers in our backyard, supplying millions of people with power at a low cost, employing thousands, and giving local economies and the state’s economy a huge boost. I don’t know of any other district in the country that has as many power producers. That’s something we should be proud of as we are looked

ery,” Rezin said. “I will make sure Gov. Rauner and all lawmakers are educated about why this industry is so important and deserves close attention.”

Rezin said several pieces of legislation will be debated at the Statehouse this year that could impact Illinois’ energy and chemical sector.

“Protecting our environment is of the essence when it comes to producing energy,” Rezin said.

“This is something I will look very closely at as we need to make sure energy and chemical producers have the support they need from legislators who are tasked with cre-

to as leaders in the energy industry from people across the country.”

Rezin has toured many power producing facilities in the 38th District.

She is also the Republican spokesperson for the Energy Committee at the Illinois Statehouse for the 99th General Assembly. Because of her knowledge of the industry, the amount of power producers in her district, and understanding of why these power and chemical producers are so important, Rezin will push for pro-energy legislation.

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New online calendar is ‘one-stop-shop’ for arts and culture Do you know what cultural events are happening locally this spring? Do you know how many opportunities there will be to see a play or catch professional live music without driving to Chicago? Unless you’re someone who spends a ton of time searching the web for weekend activities, you probably answered “no.”

For local artists that’s a problem, so they’re working together to do something about it.

Artists from all over Starved Rock Country gathered in late February to brainstorm how to create opportunities for the arts in our region.

The meeting was hosted

by OmniArts in Starved Rock Country, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting arts in the region. The issue the group tackled was how to promote the Starved Rock area as a destination for the arts. The answer was unanimous: Cooperation, collaboration and a calendar.

OmniArts.org is now hosting a community arts calendar, providing free advertising for local artists and art groups, regardless of whether they are for profit or not. It’s a way of recognizing the value artists bring to the region and promoting Starved Rock

Country as a center for arts and culture.

“Our area has so many great attractions,” said Kathy O’Malley, Princeton resident and host of “The Kathy and Judy Show” on WGN Radio. “Working together, we can help make people even more aware of what a great destination we are.”

Artists also see this as an opportunity to plan events in coordination with other activities in the region.

Walt Willey, professional actor and Ottawa resident, pointed out that, “an area arts and cultural calendar would mean less chance of counter-programming area activities and events, and more opportunities for cross-pollination and tourist accessibility.”

Links to the calendar will be available through various hotels, tourism offices and publications throughout the state.

“No one has to be a member or pay a fee to receive the benefits of the arts calendar,” said Bill Jankowski, executive director of OmniArts. “If you have an artistic event, send your information as soon as possible so it can be added to the calendar.

We will put it up as soon as we verify the necessary information.”

OmniArts.org offers

an online form for anyone wishing to submit an event.

The calendar is likely to be the first of many collaborations coming from those who gathered for the arts brainstorming. Stage 212 Board member Joe Ennebach said, “I think this meeting was a useful step toward creating a unified public face for the local artistic community.

And I mean ‘artistic community’ broadly defined, including both private, for-profit operations as well as not-for-profit entities.”

Grant applications still being accepted For 20 years the Illinois Valley Fine Arts Trust, now OmniArts, has supported the arts in Starved Rock Country by providing funding to artists, cultural groups, art organizations, community theatres, schools and libraries. In the last two years these grants have helped more than 1,400 artists and 700 volunteers with a collective audience of more than 22,000 in the Starved Rock Country region. Grant applications are still being accepted for 2015 with a deadline of March 30.

“Send us an email requesting an application form, and it will be sent to you,” said Jankowski.

Property Transfers The following property transfers were recently recorded at the Bureau County Recorder of Deeds’ office in the Bureau County Courthouse: Feb. 17, 2015 Constance, Daniel and Jeanne Spanos to Enrriqueta Hernandez and Carmen Orozco, warranty deed, part of Lots 6-7 in Block 5 in Banschbach’s Fourth Addition, DePue, $26,000.

Feb. 18, 2015 JP Morgan Chase Bank to Paul Biccochi, warranty deed, Lot 11 in Block 34 in Ladd, $28,500.

Feb. 20, 2015 April Buchanan to David Manahan, warranty deed, part of Lots 6-10 in Block 5 in Dover, $20,000.

Penny Hayes and Richard Keim to Christopher Kik, warranty deed, part of Section 24 in Milo Township, $155,000.

Bullington-Isaacson Construction Inc. to Cams Real Estate Inc., warranty deed, part of Section 9 in Princeton Township, $127,000.

Feb. 23, 2015 William Watson to Christine and Janet Newlin, warranty deed, Lots 23-24 in Block 26 in O’Beirne’s First Addition, Spring Valley, $34,000.

Feb. 25, 2015 Linda Justi to Scott and Shawn Hawton, warranty

deed, Lots 3-4 in O’Beirne’s Second Addition, Spring Valley, $70,000.

The Bank of New Mellon Trust Co. to Christine Pratt, warranty deed, lot 15 in Thomas Park Addition, Sheffield, $18,000.

Citizens First State Bank of Walnut to Kevin Campbell, warranty deed, Lot 4 in Block 7 in Wyanet, $10,000.

Feb. 26, 2015 Heidi and Thomas Wallace to Tyler Kennedy, warranty deed, part of Section 17 in Walnut Township, $153,000.

Ernest Plott Jr. and Katherine Sayers to Wanda and James Manfredini Sr., warranty deed, Lots 10-11 in Block 127 in O’Beirne’s Third Addition, Spring Valley, $65,000.

Daryl Knobloch to MDK Farm LLC, warranty deed, part of Section 30 in Milo Township, $38,500.

Sheri and Steven Schlumpf to Matthew Kent, warranty deed, Lot 52 in Walnut, $102,500.

Anthony Antonino to Marililly Blum, warranty deed, part of Lots 1-2 in Block 4 in Glenn’s Third Addition, Spring Valley, $7,500.

Richard and Valerie Ehorn to John Kelly, Susan Kelly and Mark Montgomery, warranty deed, part of Section 24 in Macon Township, $868,000.

Richard and Valerie Ehorn to Hutchinson-English Farms LP, warranty deed, part of Sections 19 and 30 in Indiantown Township, $1,161,000.

Richard and Valerie Ehorn to Kool Farms LLC, warranty deed, part of Section 19 in Indiantown Township, $688,500.

Richard and Valerie Ehorn to Brian and Jeffrey Hanley, warranty deed, part of Section 27 in Macon Township, $420,000.

Feb. 27, 2015 James Mandujano and Michaela Smoode to John and Sarah French, warranty deed, Lot 10 in Block 86 in O’Beirne’s Second Addition, Spring Valley, $30,000.

James Carlson to Douglas Carlson, warranty deed, part of Lots 6-7 in Whitver’s Addition, Walnut, $3,000.

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation to Debbie Mowers, warranty deed, Lot 28 in Oakbrook Park First Addition, DePue, $22,000.

Gaile and Gerald Arnold to Mary Sanders, warranty deed, part of Section 9 in Macon Township, $50,000.

Sally Taylor to Janelle and Joseph McCarter, trustee’s deed, Lot 11 in Hidden Lake Subdivision, Princeton, $148,500.

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2015 Storm Baseball Preview

Shepard leading Storm flock

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IV Dolphins make a splash Mike Arrate of Spring Valley and the Illinois Valley Dolphins placed third in Saturday’s district meet in Peru. See page 12 for more results on Bureau County swimmers.

Snowden gets his call to state

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“It’s an emotional time.

You work so hard for something … it means a lot.”

Tim Snowden

Sooner or later, Tim Snowden hoped he’d get to officiate the IHSA’s boys state basketball tournament one day.

The longtime official from Putnam put in his time over 29 years in stripes and worked four it’d be somesuper-sectionals. thing special.

His time has “It’s a long come. Snowden road, but it’s a received word on fun road.” the night of the He officiregional chamated his fifth pionship game super-sectional on the IHSA web Tuesday night at page that he had DeKalb, working earned his first Tim Snowden the 1A contest state assignment. between Forres“It’s an emotionton and Chicago St. Franal time. You work so hard cis de Sales. for something … it means Snowden follows longa lot,” Snowden said. “Last time partner, Ken Wilcoxyear, I thought I was going en, and former partner for sure and it didn’t come, Randy Rimington, both but I felt good about it. It of Princeton, on the path was just a matter of time, to Peoria. They were the I was not going to put the area’s first three-man crew cart in front of the horse Snowden Page 13 and when it would come,

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Rockridge earns first state tournament berth

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The Three Rivers Conference will play on the state stage in Peoria this weekend.

Rockridge, the Three Rivers West champion, punched its ticket to the 2A State Tournament with a 46-39 win in overtime over Elgin St. Edward in Tuesday, March 10’s super-sectional at DeKalb. The Rockets earned the program’s first state appearance, having reached the sectional finals a year ago.

Senior guards Bryan Heath and Luke Johnson combined to score all of the Rockets’ 10 points in overtime.

Heath paced the Rockets with 26 points.

The Rockets (30-1), ranked second in 2A, will play Decatur St. Teresa (23-4) in Friday, March 13’s 2A semifinals at 6:30 p.m. St. Teresa was a 56-35 winner over Bloomington Central Catholic at Springfield.

The second 2A semifinal pairs Chicago Upliff vs.

Breese Mater Dei at 8:15 p.m.

In Tuesday’s 1A super-sectional at DeKalb, Forreston beat Chicago Francis de Sales 67-53. The Cardinals will face Mounds Meridian at 12:15 p.m. in the first 2A semifinal followed by Colfax Ridgeview vs. Brimfield.

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MANLIUS — There will be a new look for the Bureau Valley Storm baseball team this season. The program has gone through an overhaul as both the varsity and sophomore squads will be coached by new faces this season. The Storm welcomes Dave Shepard as head varsity coach and Spencer Marquez as sophomore coach.

Shepard has high hopes for improving Bureau Valley’s 2014 record of 3-19 as he dresses 14 varsity players, 11 of which are coming off a regional title championship in basketball and bring an enthusiasm and work ethic he hopes will continue throughout the spring.

Shepard wishes to continue the growth the BV program saw in the previous seven seasons under coach John Matlick.

With practice being limited to indoor workouts only due to the weather and poor field conditions, many rosters positions aren’t set for the Storm, but Shepard has an idea where a few pieces will fit.

“Since we’re inside right now, we’ve mainly been batting and we just are starting to get our pitchers going. We’re looking forward to getting outside just like everybody else, but it’s debatable if we’ll get to start our season on Monday against Stark County,” he said.

Senior Josh Mead, a standout as a junior who was named to the All-BCR team and also received second team Three Rivers North All-Athletic

Last year: 3-19.

Conference: Three Rivers East.

Coach: Dave Shepard (first year).

They’re back: Evan Franksr (OF), Charlie Lotspeich-sr (OF), Dylan Martin-sr (1B), Sean Shepard-sr (IF/P), Chris Shynk-sr (C/IF), Gage Smith-sr (C/OF), Jayson Trussen-sr (1B/P), They’re new: Drew Fordham-jr (3B/P), Will Konneck-jr (OF), Rusty Fargher-jr (2B), Rick Lootens-jr (OF), Julian Osorio-Jr (OF), Evan Ringle-jr (P), First game: Monday home vs. Stark County.

honors, senior Josh Mead will be heavily relied on for his offensive prowess as well as being a leader defensively as he will be slotted to play shortstop once again for the Storm.

Mead led the Storm in 2014 with a .367 batting average, 15 stolen bases and 24 runs scored.

“Josh will do a lot of things. He’ll be one of my big leaders on the team,” Shepard said. “When he’s not on the mound he’ll be playing shortstop. We have 13 players on the varsity roster and 10 of those were on the basketball team so they have seen success. They know leadership and how to work as a team, and I hope their drive and determination will transfer over to a successful baseball season.”

Senior Dylan Martin and junior Drew Fordham will see time at the corners, while returning senior Jayson Trussen is expected to see time at first base.

Newcomer junior Will

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Dale has experienced 50 years of March Madness Alan Dale was a freshmen member of the Manlius Red Devils basketball team when he joined his teammates for his first Illinois high school boys state basketball tournament in 1966.

“You can just imagine what that looked like for a kid from Manlius,” Dale said of the spacious Assembly Hall that could fit much of downtown Manlius inside it. “Manlius went down every year and you got your seats depending how far you progressed in the tournament.

In the one class it was always a sell-out. Well, we’d get beat in districts so we sat in the very

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top row.”

Little did Dale know then, that would only be the beginning for his odyssey with March Madness. He hasn’t missed a state tournament since, including his years as a student at the U of I, and even when he was struck by a vehicle walking outside the arena in Champaign.

This week will mark Dale’s 50th consecutive year attending the state tournament.

Dale, 63, of rural Manlius has turned his March Madness experience into a family tradition. When his own children (Matt and Sherri) turned 8 years old, he began taking them.

Years later when his grandchildren turned 8, they also started attending with him. This week his daughter and three grandchildren (Emma, Gracey and Trey Dale) will accompany him to state.

“And the beauty of this, I saw my kids get excited about this.

I thought maybe the grandkids

some day and then that happened,” he said. “I’ve been fortunate to take them and we just have a ball. Eat, sleep and watch basketball. That’s all we do.”

Dale saw the big move from one class to two classes in 1973.

He also witnessed the controversial move from Champaign to Peoria in 1996. He was all about the tradition Champaign and the Assembly Hall had, but Dale has found March Madness plays best in Peoria.

“At first it was tough to swallow, but those people (Peoria) were winners from the first night they did it. They can do things that Champaign can’t

with the (March Madness) Experience next door,” he said.

“It was a great move. Being a traditionalist it was hard, but Champaign shot themselves in the foot. It was the best thing that ever happened, and I don’t see it ever leaving.”

While he’s included both state finals weekend for 1-2A and 3-4A since its inception in 2008, he said he’s not a fan of the four-class system. He prefers two classes much better.

The Dales have made many memories over the past 49 years, often enough including

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Linnea Lee-Brown of Princeton swims for the IV Dolphins in Saturday’s district meet in Peru.

Swimming

Illinois Valley Dolphins earn third

By Dixie Schroeder Shaw Media Service

PERU – The Illinois Valley YMCA Dolphins placed third in the 800-swimmer, 45-team district meet it hosted Saturday, March 7.

From Spring Valley, Gunnar Jauch, 11, did his part by placing in five events, earning points for his team. Jauch swam to an 11th-place finish in the 50-meter backstroke (33.77). He also took 12th in the 100-meter freestyle (1:03.39). He placed 13th overall in the 50-meter butterfly (33.24) and 14th in the 100-meter backstroke (1:14.56).

Jauch placed 15th in the 200-meter freestyle (2:22.88). The 100-meter freestyle and the two backstroke events were state qualifying times.

Michael Arrate, 12, of Spring Valley earned a 13th-place finish in the 100-meter butterfly (1:24.43).

Younger brother Nicholas, 10, took seventh place in the 200-meter free-

style (2:48.04). He also earned a 15th-place finish in the 100-meter individual medley (1:30.66) and a 16th-place finish in the 50-meter butterfly event (42.56).

Caden Brooks, 11, of Princeton earned points in two different events. The first was a 13th-place finish in the 50-meter backstroke (33.81), and the second was a 16th-place finish in the 200-meter freestyle (2:23.05).

Ladd’s Jack Devert, 10, swam a state qualifying time in the 200meter individual medley where he placed 10th (3:03.05). Devert also earned a 10th-place finish in the 50-meter breaststroke (44.94). He placed 11th in the 50-meter backstroke (39.19) and 12th in the 100meter individual medley (1:27.28).

Devert swam to a 13th-place finish in the 100-meter freestyle (1:14.31).

Another swimmer who had a state-ranked day was Princeton’s Linnea Lee-Brown, 14. Lee-

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“Of course we saw Buda Western come through a couple years and Ohio made their great run. And Hall should have won both of theirs, really. Bureau Valley had a nice streak of three.” Dale said. “We thought maybe we’d have a chance again this year with my grandson (Trey) playing (for Bureau Valley).”

Dale can quickly share some of the

Brown swam state-ranked times in five of the events she competed in. She swam to second place in the 50-meter freestyle (25.69).

Lee-Brown took sixth place in the 100-meter breaststroke (1:14.75) and seventh place in the 100-meter freestyle (57.82). Lee-Brown finished her competitive day with an 11th-place finish in the 200-meter freestyle (2:10.11).

Sister-brother combination Delaney Mallery, 10, and Nolan Mallery, 16, of Princeton brought home points as well for the Dolphins.

Delaney Mallery took second place in the 200-meter individual relay (3:08.51) and eighth in the 200meter freestyle (2:45.85). She also earned a 15th place in the 50-meter butterfly event (45.01). Nolan Mallery took 11th place in the 100-meter butterfly event (1:31.28).

The Dolphins will next participate in the state meet on Saturday, March 21.

“incredible” performances over the years, noting there’s many more when you consider all the great teams and players from schools like Peoria Manual, Peoria Central, East St. Louis and more.

“It was neat to see Brad Bickett (Ohio) take over a game. Jay Shidler (Lawrenceville) would own all the scoring records had there been a 3-point arc when Buda Western played him. They pressed him, he’d step back a step and shoot again and half of them went in,” Dale said. “And Marty Simmons (Lawrenceville) scoring and Shawn Jeppson

Konneck, who has previously participated in track, will try his hand on the diamond, as he will be slotted into center field.

“I’ve coached Will before when he was younger. He hasn’t played the last few years so it may take him a minute to adjust, but with him being such an athletic kid I expect him to adjust just fine. He’s a fast athletic kid, and he’ll be starting the season out in center field,” Shepard said.

Senior Gage Smith will suit up another season behind the plate to call pitches for Mead, Fordham, Trussen and the only lefty on the squad, junior Evan Ringle.

Senior Sean Shepard is expected to return from injury from basketball to add another arm to the pitching staff.

Other players suiting up for the Storm are senior third baseman Chris Shynk, senior outfielders Evan Frank and Charlie Lotspeich, junior catcher and second baseman Rusty Fargher and junior outfielders Rick Lootens and Yulian Osorio.

Captains will officially be selected Friday during practice, but expect to see Mead’s name as a representative for the team.

“All of our players try to step up and be leaders, but there are about five seniors I’m really looking for to lead by example, and of course, I expect Josh (Mead) to be one of the main guys,” Shepard said.

“He’s got a motor and does the right things and puts in extra work not because he has to but because he wants to. I’m hoping the rest of the guys can see his

(Hall) scoring all their points and Derrick Rose (Simeon) controlling the game with his passing and assists.”

He concurs with the general belief the Quinn Bucker/Boyd Batts-led undefeated Dolton Thornridge team (33-0) of 1971-72 is the best team ever in state history.

“That game stands out in my mind, next to the Ohio one, I think all time,” Dale said.

Dale plans to keep the tradition going as long as he can. Last year, he was able to walk to the arena after undergoing

3/16 Stark County, 4:30 p.m.

3/18 at Annawan/Wethersfield, 4:30 p.m.

3/20 at Henry, 4:30 p.m.

3/21 at Forreston (DH), 10 a.m.

3/23 Kewanee, 4:30 p.m.

3/26 Sterling Newman, 4:30 p.m.

3/28 Morrison (DH), 11 a.m.

3/30 Hall, 4:30 p.m.

4/1 Galva/Williamsfield, 4:30 p.m.

4/3 Orion High School, 4:30 p.m.

4/6 at St. Bede Academy, 4:30 p.m.

4/9 at Princeton, 4:30 p.m.

4/11 Erie/Prophetstown (DH), 11 a.m.

4/13 Amboy, 4:30 p.m.

4/16 Kewanee, 4:30 p.m.

4/18 Riverdale (DH), 11 a.m.

4/20 at Sterling Newman, 4:30 p.m.

4/23 at Hall, 4:30 p.m.

4/24 at Putnam County, Wooden Bat Tournament, TBA. 4/25 at Putnam County, Wooden Bat Tournament, TBA. 4/27 Rockridge, 4:30 p.m.

4/29 Mendota 4:30 p.m.

4/30 St. Bede Academy, 4:30 p.m.

5/1 at Sherrard, 4:30 p.m.

5/4 Princeton, 4:30 p.m.

5/7 at Amboy, 4:30 p.m.

5/8 Fulton, 4:30 p.m.

5/14 LaMoille, 4:30 p.m.

5/18 IHSA Regionals, TBA.

work ethic and strive to excel like he does.”

Shepard has been with the program for five years, including three as assistant varsity coach and two years as the head sophomore coach.

Before joining the baseball team, Shepard also spent three seasons as an assistant varsity coach for the Storm softball team.

Shepard switched from softball to baseball after his daughter, Samantha, graduated and his son, Sean, entered high school.

This will be Marquez’s first year with the Bureau Valley program.

The Storm will host the Stark County Rebels to open the season on Monday at 4:30 p.m., weather and field conditions permitting.

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knee surgery in January.

He got his commemorative program signed by many of the IHSA all-time greats when the IHSA recognized the 100th anniversary of the state tournament in 2008. He also has a business card signed by Hebron legend Phil Judson, who each year sits near Dale at state.

Dale wished he would have kept all the programs over the years to look back at, but he’s got more years ahead to do that.

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

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PRINCETON — The Princeton High School Booster Club will be hosting a drawdown at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 28, (immediately after the PHS alumni basketball game) in the basement of Fitzgerald’s.

A chicken and spaghetti dinner will be available. Tickets are being sold for $50 a couple. Prizes will be $1,000 cash for first; $500 for second and $250 for third.

There will also be many other payouts.

For tickets, call or text Kelley at 815-878-7737 or send

Snowden From Page 11 in the 1997-98 season, splitting a two-man crew’s pay three ways just to get the experience prior to the IHSA’s implementation in the postseason that year.

Snowden said Wilcoxen and Rimington “are the reason I got down there.

Good partners are important to have.”

“I’ve had many people ask how I’ve stood reffing with him for so long,” Wilcoxen joked about his partner, who like to refer to one another as their “one friend.”

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Scoreboard Basketball

High School Boys DeKalb 1A Super-Sectional Forreston 67, St. Francis de Sales 53 Carbondale 1A Super-Sectional Mounds Meridian 51, Casey-Westfield 40 Jacksonville 1A Super-Sectional Brimfield 53, Okawville 38 Normal 1A Super-Sectional Colfax Ridgeview 57, FlanaganCornell 38 1A State Tournament in Peoria FRIDAY: Game 1 - Mounds Meridian vs. Forreston, 12:15 p.m. Game 2 Brimfield vs. Colfax Ridgeview, 2 p.m.

SATURDAY: Third place - losers 1-2, 12:15 p.m. Title - winners 1-2, 2 p.m.

DeKalb 2A Super-Sectional Rockridge 46, Elgin St. Edward 39 (OT) Carbondale 1A Super-Sectional Breese Mater Dei 64, Carterville 48 Joliet 1A Super-Sectional Brimfield 53, Okawville 38

Regional boys basketball championship scores over the years

a message on the Booster Club’s Facebook page.

Alumni game PRINCETON — Princeton High School will host its 2015 alumni basketball game at 1 p.m. Saturday, March 28, for all former members of the boys’ program. The format will depend on number of players and ages of players.

Cost is $25. To participate, call coach/athletic director Jesse Brandt at 815-875-3308 or send a check payable to PHS Basketball at 103 S. Euclid Ave., Princeton, IL 61356.

to enjoy this week, because it will “go by faster than you think.”

Snowden will be joined on this weekend’s 1-2A state crew by Sheffield’s Al Corwin, who will work his second straight state tournament. While they will not learn their state assignments until Thursday evening in Peoria, Snowden believes there’s a very good chance they’ll be paired together.

Wyanet’s Dave Shepard officiated this third and final girls state tournament earlier this month, working the 2A state championship game.

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Normal 1A Super-Sectional Colfax Ridgeview 57, FlanaganCornell 38 1A State Tournament in Peoria FRIDAY: Game 1 - Mounds Meridian vs. Forreston, 12:15 p.m. Game 2 Brimfield vs. Colfax Ridgeview, 2 p.m.

SATURDAY: Third place - losers 1-2, 12:15 p.m. Title - winners 1-2, 2 p.m.

DeKalb 2A Super-Sectional Rockridge 46, Elgin St. Edward 39 (OT) Carbondale 2A Super-Sectional Breese Mater Dei 64, Carterville 38

Editor’s note: Here’s a look at area regional championships over the years, researched by BCR Sports Editor Kevin Hieronymus. Many, but not all Illinois Valley scores are included.

Four-class system

2015 - Bureau Valley 70, Princeton 50 (2A); Fieldcrest 50, Hall23 (2A), L-P 54; Metamora 52 (3A); Streator 59, Kankakee 57 (3A).

2014 - Putnam County 54, Henry 40 (1A); Seneca 59, Bureau Valley 54 (2A); Rockridge 75, Kewanee 57 (2A); Dixon 55, Mendota 44 (3A).

2013 - Putnam County 50, Marquette 39 (1A); Seneca 52, St. Bede 50 (2A); Rockridge 57, Orion 37 (2A); Mendota 67, L-P 46 (3A).

2012 — Fieldcrest 60, St. Bede 52 (2A); Riverdale 53, Bureau Valley 31 (2A) 2011 — Princeton 42, Fieldcrest 40 (2A); IVC 65, Kewanee 43 (2A).

Note: Princeton beat Fieldcrest at Hall on Michael Murray’s fullcourt layup at the buzzer.

2010 — Princeton 59, Riverdale 39 (2A); Rock Falls 74, West Carroll 62 (2A).

2009 — Princeton 69, Hall 50 (2A); Putnam County 55, RoanokeBenson 52 (1A); Annawan 66, Milledgeville 46 (1A); L-P 47, Ottawa 45 (3A).

2008 — Eureka 62, Hall 35 (2A); LaMoille 46, Polo 45 (1A); Putnam County 61, Illini Bluffs 58 (1A). Note: LaMoille won its first and only regional coming in the first year of the four-class system.

Two-class system

2007 — Putnam County 62, Princeton 51; Amboy 65, Mendota 56.

2006 — Princeton 50, Amboy 43; Putnam County 67, St. Bede 43; Kewanee 63, Stark County 49, Ottawa Marquette 54, Serena 52.

2005 — Putnam County 77, Princeton 73; Rock Falls 62, Newman 52; Bureau Valley 58, Hall 54.

2004 — Bureau Valley 59, Princeton 55; Hall 79, St. Bede 74; Rock Falls 69, Savanna 51; Alleman 54, Kewanee 37.

2003 — Princeton 54, Bureau Valley 47; Putnam County 59, Dunlap 48; Rock Falls 81, Sterling

Newman 42; Annawan 40, Galva 29; Ottawa Marquette 62, Streator Woodland 56.

2002 — Bureau Valley 81, Mendota 55; Princeton 68, Putnam County 52; Galva 52, Wethersfield 44; Midland 57, Marquette 49; Rock Falls 67, Erie 40. Sectional finals: BV 52, Princeton 41 2001 — Bureau Valley 57, Somonauk 29; Stark County 77, St. Bede 66; Newark 66, Midland 53; Kewanee 61, Galva 43; Hinckley-Big Rock 51, Polo 35.

2000 — Bureau Valley 80, Mendota 43; St. Bede 62, Hall 59; Wethersfield 66, Kewanee 61; Rock Falls 62, Erie 43; Newark 68, Seneca 63.

1999 — Bureau Valley 66, Stark County 47; Hall 63, Midland 60; Newark 74, St. Bede 58; Mendota 52, Amboy 50 (OT); Plano 60, Sandwich 57; Wethersfield 70, Kewanee 53; Rock Falls 72, Erie 56.

1998 — Bureau Valley 64, Princeville 48; Hall 84, Putnam County 48; Paw Paw 59, Mendota 54; Rock Falls 38, Alleman 33; Kewanee 54, Wethersfield 37; Plano 60, Yorkville 54.

1997 — Bureau Valley 69, Stark County 53; Hall 75, DePue 45; Amboy 46, Mendota 37; Kewanee 57, Cambridge 30.

1996 — Bureau Valley 74, Stark County 53; Henry-Senachwine 71, Ohio 60; Mendota 69, Amboy 64; Kewanee 51, ROWVA 46; East Moline 50, Princeton 47 (AA). Notes: Bureau Valley won the regional in its first year of existence. PHS was bumped up to AA after reaching the Sweet 16 in Class A in 1995.

1995 — Princeton 75, Henry 67; Amboy 58, Mendota 56; RI Alleman 64, Manlius/Tampico 53; Western/ Wyanet 55, Tiskilwa 53.

1994 — Princeton 52, Hall 44; Manlius/Tampico 63, Alleman 62; Stark County 79, Tiskilwa 78 (ot); Mendota 76, Amboy 44; Seneca 71, St. Bede 58; Kewanee 74, Knoxville 41.

1993 — Princeton 51, Putnam County 39; Mendota 64, Ohio 51; Bradford 72, Western 54; Seneca 45, St. Bede 41; Riverdale 59, Manlius/Tampico 58; Kewanee 91, Wethersfield 58.

1992 — Princeton 51, Hall 45; Western 85, Toulon 59; Mendota 89, Ohio 41; Kewanee 61, Galva 31; Alleman 47, Annawan 42.

1991 — Hall 62, Princeton 48; Ohio 70, Mendota 52; Western 76, Bradford 68; Annawan 72, Alleman 64; Knoxville 54, Kewanee 51.

1990 — St. Bede 53, DePue 47; Mendota 88, Ohio 59; Wyoming 54, Tiskilwa 52 1989 — Western 55, Wyoming 52 (OT); DePue 65, St. Bede 55; Mendota 71, Ohio 70 (OT) 1988 — Ohio 92, Mendota 82; Hall 51, St. Bede 48; Toulon 74, Tiskilwa 44 1987 — Mendota 64, Ohio 52; Hall 51, St. Bede 42; Tampico 67, Erie 41; Toulon 44, Wyoming 43 1986 — Ohio 76, Mendota 65; Princeton 69, Putnam County 40; Bradford 49, Western 48 1985 — St. Bede 61, Princeton 60; Ohio 63, Mendota 55; Annawan 55, Walnut 51; Tiskilwa 78, Sparland 39. Note: St. Bede upset heavily favored and state-ranked Princeton on Don Kotecki’s shot with 0:07 left after losing big against Tigers just two weeks earlier.

1984 — Tiskilwa 68, Wyanet 61 (OT); Amboy 66, Ohio 65 1983 — Tiskilwa 57, Princeton 47; Mid-County 49, DePue 48 1982 — Tiskilwa 58, Western 54; Mendota 51, Amboy 50; Putnam County 79, Hall 38 1981 — Tiskilwa 69, Princeton 53; Putnam County 72, Tonica 50; Annawan 49, Erie 46 1980 — DePue 57, Tiskilwa 53; Ohio 52, Amboy 51 (OT) 1979 — Tiskilwa 51, Princeton 50 1978 — DePue 49, St. Bede 46; Leland 60, LaMoille 49 1977 — Tiskilwa 50, St. Bede 48; Western 53, Galva 51 1976 — Western 60, St. Bede 53; Bradford 84, Princeville 66 1975 — Western 54, St. Bede 53 (OT); Amboy 64, LaMoille 53 1974 — Hall 60, St. Bede 64; Notes: Hall won its first regional title in 28 years 1973 — St. Bede 68, Hall 46 1972 — Tiskilwa 70, Putnam County 68 (OT)

One class system

1971 — Mendota 95, L-P 91 1970 — L-P 85, Princeton 59 1969 — Mendota 70, Princeton 60 1968 — L-P 89, Mendota 66 1967 — L-P 62, Princeton 52 1966 — L-P 64, Mendota 52 1965 — St. Bede 69, L-P 43 1964 — L-P 34, St. Bede 29 1963 — St. Bede 58, L-P 46 1962 — Mendota 94, Walnut 74 1961 — L-P 88, Mendota 75 1960 — L-P 61, Princeton 57 1959 — L-P 67, Tiskilwa 52 1958 — Tiskilwa 76, Princeton 75 1957 — L-P 54, Princeton 52 (OT) 1956 — L-P 72, St. Bede 68 1955 — Princeton 82, Mendota 61 1954 — Princeton 59, St. Bede 54 1953 — L-P 68, DePue 65 1952 — DePue 58, L-P 55 1951 — DePue 65, Mendota 55 1950 — DePue 59, St. Bede 43 1949 — DePue 44, Hall 40 1948 — L-P 60, St. Bede 34 1947 — L-P 33, DePue 32 1946 — Hall 39, St. Bede 31 1945 — Princeton 33, St. Bede 32 1944 — St. Bede 32, Princeton 31. Note: Bruins upset favored Tigers on long shot by Alphonso “Foo Foo” Basetti.

1943 — Mendota 41, L-P 38 1942 — L-P won 1941 — Hall 37, Princeton 25 (top two teams in regionals advanced to sectionals) 1940 — L-P 46, Mendota 28 1939 — Mendota 29, DePue 25 1938 — Princeton 35, Walnut 30 1937 — Bureau 38, Tiskilwa 36 (OT) 1936 — Princeton 32, DePue 30 District play (no regionals); top two finalists advanced to sectionals.

1935 — L-P 21, DePue 17 1934 — DePue 20, Princeton 19 (OT) 1933 — DePue 24, Malden 14 1932 — Sheffield 27, DePue 21 1931 — Princeton 28, Malden 24 1930 — Princeton 22, Sheffield 16 1929 — Malden 15, Hall 10 1928 — Kewanee 23, LaMoille 22 1927 — L-P 22, Hopkins na

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LAND AUCTION STERLING LAND COMPANY & AUCTIONEER GORDON STADE Public Auction will be held on March 18, 2015 at10:00 A.M. Deer Valley Golf Club, 3298 Hoover Road, (Route 40) Deer Grove, IL 204 Total Acres M/L-Fairfield Township, Bureau County.

3 Center Pivot Irrigation systems included Monte Van Kooten Managing Broker-815 718-2244 Ken Duncan Broker-815-631-0558 Auctioneer Gordon Stade 847-514-2853 IL Lic. 441.000397 www.sterlinglandcompany.com

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The following described farmland real estate will be offered by PUBLIC AUCTION on:

TUESDAY, MARCH 31, 2015 10:00 A.M.

SALE DAY LOCATION: “The Shed” 401 W. Main St., Wyanet, IL 61379.

FARM LOCATION: 2 miles West of Wyanet, IL on Rt 6 & 34 to 1200 Rd, then South ½ mile to Farms.

TRACT 1: 143 +/- acres located S ½ of N ½ of Section 24 Concord Township, Bureau County, IL. 131.52 tillable/production acres. Tillable soils include, Harpster (60%), Radford, LaRose, Wyanet, Rodman, Lisbon, Dickinson, Warsaw, Plano, Drummer, & Hennepin-Casco. A Surety Productivity Index of 123.6.

Tax ID # 14-24-100-011 and part of Tax ID # 14-24-200-007. Participates in the Pond Creek Drainage District. 21.49 CREP acres.

TRACT 2: 137 +/- acres located N ½ of the S ½ Section 19 Wyanet Township, Bureau County, Illinois. 122.33 +/- tillable/production acres.

Tillable soils include Drummer (27%), LaRose (56%), Lisbon, Wyanet, Sable, Hennepin, Rodman, Harpster, & Radford. A Surety Productivity Index of 117.7.

Tax ID #15-19-300-001. 5.50 CRP acres.

Plat locations, Aerial Photos, Soil Maps, Conservation Contracts, Tax data sheets and other information available @ rickrediger.com TERMS AND CONDITIONS: 1.) Tracts will be sold on a per surveyed acre basis.

2.) Surveys provided by Seller.

3.) The successful bidder will be required to enter into a standard purchase agreement contract. 10% of the contract purchase price will be due immediately following the auction. The balance will be due and payable on or before April 28, 2015.

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

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

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

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

8.) All tracts being sold subject to “Open Tenancy” for 2015. All fall 2014 production inputs and tillage to be reimbursed to seller at closing.

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

10.) For additional information or to view the property contact Rick Rediger, Auctioneer at 815-699-7999.

KERRY JAGGERS, MARITA JAGGERS, JAGGERS TRUST Sellers:

Attorney for Seller: Dan Tracy and Roger Angel 111 Park Ave E., Princeton, IL 61356 • 815.875.6551 Number System will be Used • I.D. Required Not Responsible for Accidents REDIGER AUCTION SERVICE BRUMMEL REALTY, LLC Rick Rediger, Auctioneer Scott Brummel, Broker 815-699-7999 630-553-3200 www.RickRediger.com www.BrummelRealty.com

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT BUREAU COUNTY, ILLINOIS ESTATE OF ) Ray R. King, ) deceased ) Case No. 2015-P 14 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Ray R. King of Cherry, Illinois.

Letters of Office were issued on February 18, 2015 to Bonnie K. Faber of 31958 2500 North Ave., LaMoille, IL 61330 whose attorney is Guilfoyle Law Firm, 1316 Meriden Street, Mendota, Illinois 61342.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Circuit Clerk, Probate Division, Bureau County Courthouse, Princeton, IL 61356, or with the representative, or both, on or before September 6, 2015. If a claim notice is mailed or delivered personally to a creditor of the decedent, the creditor’s claim may be filed on or before the date stated in the notice, if later than the date shown above. Any claim not filed within the time

allowed is barred.

If a claim notice is mailed or delivered personally to a creditor of the decedent, the creditor’s claim may be filed on or before the date stated in that notice, if later than the date shown above. Any claim not filed within the time allowed is barred.

Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the Representative and to the Attorney within ten days after it has been filed.

Published in the Bureau County Republican Mar. 5, 12 and 19, 2015.

Dated this 13th day of January, 2015. /s/Kamala S. Hieronymus Bureau County Clerk Published in the Bureau County Republican Feb. 5, 12 and 19, 2015.

petition with the court within 6 months after readmission of the will to probate.

Filings are to be made with: Mary C. Dremann Bureau County Circuit Clerk 700 South Main Street Princeton, IL 61356 Thomas A. Tonozzi ARDC#2844303 Attorney for Plaintiff 222 E. St. Paul St. Spring Valley, IL 61362 (815) 664-2393 Published in the Bureau County Republican Feb. 26, Mar. 5 and 12, 2015.

Summerlin Drive, Chesterton, IN 46304.

Letters of Office were issued on January 7,2015 to Deborah Jaso, George L. Clarke, Diane Schoonover and Cynthia Lain, whose attorney is Thomas A. Tonozzi, 222 East St. Paul Street, Spring Valley, IL 61362.

Claims against the Estate may be filed in the Office of the Circuit Clerk, Probate Division, Bureau County Courthouse, 700 South Main Street, Princeton, IL 61356, or with the representative, or both, within six (6) months from the date of first publication of this Notice. If claim notice is personally mailed or delivered to a creditor of the above estate, then the claim must be filed in the above entitled cause within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery, whichever is later. Any claims not filed within the above period are barred.

Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to

the Representative and to the Attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed.

Thomas A. Tonozzi Illinois ARDC Number 2844303 222 E. St. Paul Street Spring Valley, IL 61362 Phone (815)664-2393 Facsimile: (815)664-2395 Published in the Bureau County Republican Feb. 26, Mar. 5 and 12, 2015.

/s/Kamala S. Hieronymus Bureau County Clerk Published in the Bureau County Republican Mar. 12, 19 and 26, 2015.

addresses of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as A.B.C. Construction & Renovation located at 107 N. Second St., Walnut, IL 61376.

Dated this 27th day of February, 2015. /s/Kamala S. Hieronymus Bureau County Clerk Published in the Bureau County Republican Mar. 5, 12 and 19, 2015.

NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on Februrary 25, 2015, 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 Center For Excellence in Resume Writing located at 303 W. Commercial Street, Neponset, IL 61345.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT BUREAU COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN RE: THE ) ESTATE OF: ) ROSEMARY CLARKE,) Deceased. ) Case No.: 2014-P-106 NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES Notice is given to Unknown Heirs, who are heirs or legatees in the above proceeding to probate a will and whose name or address is not stated in the Petition to Admit the Will to Probate, that an order was entered by the Court on February 13, 2015, re-admitting the will to probate.

Within 42 days after the effective date of the order re-admitting the will to probate you may file a petition with the court to require proof of the will by testimony of the witnesses to the will in open court or other evidence, as provided in section 6-21 of the Probate Act of 1975 (755 ILCS 5/6-21).

You also have the right under section 8-1 of the Probate Act of 1975 (755 LCS 5/8-1) to contest the validity of the will by filing a

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF BUREAU, STATE OF ILLINOIS In Re: The Estate of ) ROSEMARY CLARKE, ) Deceased. ) No. 14-P-106 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of ROSEMARY CLARKE by Executor, DEBORAH JASO whose address is 1757

NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on March 9, 2015, 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 Schaefer Construction located at 1111 Washington St, Mendota, IL 61342.

Dated this 9th day of March, 2015.

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FORECLOSURE SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that the following property shall be sold at public auction to the highest bidder pursuant to the Judgment of the Circuit Court of the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit, Bureau County, Illinois, in Case No. 14 CH 22, Heartland Bank and Trust Company, Plaintiff v. Indian Valley Timber & Stone Company, et al., Defendants.

The name, address and telephone number of the person to contact for information regarding the real estate is: Thomas Le, Vice President Special Assets, Heartland Bank and Trust Company, 14229 S. Wallin Drive, Plainfield, Illinois 60544; Telephone 815-439-5289.

The common address and improvements of the real estate are: a quarry and adjacent unimproved real estate located in Leepertown Township, Bureau County, Illinois.

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

The time and place of the sale are: March 26, 2015, at 10:00 a.m., in the General Lobby on the first floor of the Bureau County Courthouse, 700 South Main Street, Princeton, Illinois 61356.

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

The successful bidder must deposit 10% down in cash or certified funds, and the balance is due, in certified funds, within 24 hours of the sale, and the required fee, if any, for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. There will be no refunds. The real estate is subject to the unpaid general real estate taxes, to any unpaid special assessments, and to all easements, reservations and restrictions of record Published in the Bureau County Republican Mar. 5, 12 and 19, 2015.

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NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on February 27, 2015, a certificate was filed in the Office of the County Clerk of Bureau County, Illinois, setting forth the names and post office

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 13TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT BUREAU COUNTY PRINCETON, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. ) Plaintiff, ) v.)

AMELIA M. NUNLEY, et al ) Defendant ) 11 CH 61 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 7, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 11:30 a.m. on April 14, 2015, at the office of Russell, English, Scoma & Beneke, P.C., Ten Park Ave. West, PRINCETON, IL 61356, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 316 EAST ERIE STREET, SPRING VALLEY, IL 61362 Property Index No. 18-35-306-013. The real estate is improved with a stucco single family home; no garage. 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, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information: Visit our website at service. atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 4765500. Please refer to file number PA1107779.

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.

PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street,Suite 1300,CHICAGO, IL 60602. (312) 476-5500. Attorney File No. PA1107779. Case Number: 11 CH 61. TJSC#: 35-2034 I647855 Published in the Bureau County Republican Mar. 5, 12 and 19, 2015.

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STATE OF ILLINOIS CIRCUIT COURT BUREAU COUNTY Request of: ) Trudi Jo Buckman) 15-MR-14 There will be a court hearing on my request to change my name from: Trudi Jo Buckman to the new name of:

Trudi Jo Roberts.

The court hearing will be held on 5/6/15 at 1:00 p.m. at 700 S. Main St., Princeton, Bureau, in Courtroom #210. /s/Trudi Jo Buckman Published in the Bureau County Republican Mar. 5, 12 and 19, 2015.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT BUREAU COUNTY, ILLINOIS HEARTLAND BANK AND TRUST COMPANY, ) an Illinois state bank, ) Plaintiff, ) v. ) INDIAN VALLEY TIMBER & STONE ) COMPANY, an Illinois corporation, DAN C. ELLBERG, a/k/a DANNY ) C. ELLBERG, PAULA J. ELLBERG, INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE ) DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURYOF THE UNITED STATES OF ) AMERICA, BOCKER & KAMPEN ENTERPRISES, INC., UNKNOWN ) OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, ) Defendants. ) Case No. 14 CH 22 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered by the Court in the above-entitled cause, the property hereinafter described, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy the judgment, shall be sold to the highest bidder as follows: A. The name, address and telephone number of the person to contact for information regarding the real estate is: Thomas Le, Vice President Special Assets, Heartland Bank and Trust Company, 14229 S. Wallin Drive, Plainfield, Illinois 60544; Telephone 815-439-5289.

B. The common address and other common description, if any, of the real estate are a quarry and adjacent unimproved real estate located in Leepertown Township, Bureau County, Illinois.

C. The legal description of the real estate is: Parcel 1: A tract of land located in part of the Southeast Quarter of Section 5, Township 15 North, Range 10 East of the Fourth Principal Meridian, more particularly bounded and described as follows and bearings are for the purpose of description only: Beginning at a pipe at the Southwest corner of the Southeast Quarter of said Section 5, thence North 00 degrees 02 minutes 00 seconds West, along the West line of the Southeast Quarter of said Section 5, a distance of 1,694.61 feet to the centerline of a T.R. #315; thence South 40 degrees 08 minutes 45 seconds East, 52.12 feet; thence South 33 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East, 100.69 feet; thence curving to the left with a radius of 245.96 feet, a distance of 189.96 feet; thence South 77 degrees 15 minutes 00 seconds East, 789.60 feet, the last four named courses being along said centerline; thence South 14 degrees 06 minutes 24 seconds West, 19.20 feet to a right-of-way marker on the Northwesterly right-of-way line of Illinois Route 29; thence South 68 degrees 46 minutes 16 seconds East, 102.40 feet; thence South 56 degrees 51 minutes 28 seconds East, 72.06 feet; thence South 13 degrees 24 minutes 30 seconds East, 45.07 feet to an iron rod; thence South 33 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds West, 1,236.94 feet to an iron rod; thence South 35 degrees 13 minutes 54 seconds West, 114.50 feet to a right-of-way marker; thence South 33 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds West, 36.14 feet to an iron rod on the South line of the Southeast Quarter of said Section 5, the last six named courses being along said right-of way line; thence South 89 degrees 55 minutes 00 seconds West, along the South line of the Southeast Quarter of said Section 5, a distance of 395.65 feet to the Place of Beginning; Parcel 2: A tract of land being a part of the Northwest Quarter of Section 8, Township 15 North, Range 10 East of the Fourth Principal Meridian, more particularly bounded and described as follows and bearings are for the purposes of description only: Commencing at a “P.K.” nail at the Northwest corner of the Northwest Quarter of said Section 8; thence North 89 degrees 34 minutes 52 seconds East, along the North line of the Northwest Quarter of said Section 8, a distance of 750.47 feet to the Northeast corner of an existing parcel and the Place of Beginning for the tract to be described; thence continuing North 89 degrees 34 minutes 52 seconds East, along the North line of the Northwest Quarter of said Section 8, a distance of 1,666.72 feet to an iron rod; thence South 25 degrees 26 minutes 15 seconds West, 960.68 feet to an iron rod; thence South 44 degrees 48 minutes 00 seconds West, 1,108.61 feet to an iron rod on the North line of a 21.36 acre tract; thence North 89 degrees 05 minutes 00 seconds West, 298.79 feet to a pipe; thence North 25 degrees 44 minutes 06 seconds West, 142.00 feet to a pipe; thence North 84 degrees 02 minutes 43 seconds West, 211.00 feet to a pipe; thence North 02 degrees 03 minutes 14 seconds West, 200.40 feet to a pipe on the East right-of-way line of Illinois Route #26. The last four named courses being along said North line; thence North 01 degrees 32 minutes 34 seconds East, along said right-of-way line, 85.47 feet; thence North 13 degrees 36 minutes 37 seconds West, along said right-of-way line, 35.94 feet; thence North 03 degrees 15 minutes 47 seconds West, 351.08 feet; thence North 11 degrees 52 minutes 22 seconds East, 171.00 feet; thence North 08 degrees 51 minutes 22 seconds East, 370.00 feet; thence North 07 degrees 45 minutes 22 seconds East, 285.91 feet to the Place of Beginning; Parcel 3: A tract of land being a part of the Northwest Quarter of Section 8, Township 15 North, Range 10 East of the Fourth Principal Meridian, more particularly bounded and described as follows and bearings are for the purposes of description only: Commencing at a “P.K.” Nail at the Northwest corner of the Northwest Quarter of said Section 8; thence North 89 degrees 34 minutes 52 seconds East, along the North line of the Northwest Quarter of said Section 8, a distance of 516.20 feet to the Northeast corner of an existing parcel and the Place of Beginning for the tract to be described; thence continuing North 89 degrees 34 minutes 52 seconds East, along the North line of the Northwest Quarter of said Section 8, a distance of 234.27 feet; thence South 07 degrees 45 minutes 22 seconds West, 285.91 feet; thence South 08 degrees 51 minutes 22 seconds West, 370.00 feet; thence South 11 degrees 52 minutes 22 seconds West, 171.00 feet; thence South 03 degrees 15 minutes 47 seconds East, 351.08 feet to the East line of Illinois Route #26; thence North 13 degrees 36 minutes 37 seconds West, 68.19 feet to a right-of-way marker; thence North 24 degrees 46 minutes 38 seconds West, 105.74 feet to a right-of-way marker; thence curving to the left with a radius of 1947.53 feet, a distance of 249.36 feet to a right-of-way marker; thence North 06 degrees 04 minutes 30 seconds West, 59.06 feet to a right-of-way marker; thence North 26 degrees 55 minutes 59 seconds West, 411.33 feet to a right-of-way marker; thence North 36 degrees 05 minutes 54 seconds West, 169.25 feet; thence North 40 degrees 40 minutes 16 seconds West, 124.85 feet to a right-of-way marker. The last seven named courses being along said East rightof-way line; thence North 89 degrees 34 minutes 42 seconds East, 381.03 feet; thence North 00 degrees 25 minutes 08 seconds West, 103.81 feet to the Place of Beginning.

Parcel 4: A tract of land located in a part of the Southwest Quarter of Section 5, Township 15 North, Range 10 East of the Fourth Principal Meridian, Bureau County, Illinois, more particularly bounded and described as follows and bearings are for the purpose of description only: Commencing at a “P.K.” nail at the Southwest corner of the Southwest Quarter of said Section 5, thence North 00 degrees 06 minutes 09 seconds West, along the West line of the Southwest Quarter of said Section 5, a distance of 82.68 feet to an iron rod on the North right-of-way line of Illinois Route 26 and the Place of Beginning for the tract to be described; thence continuing North 00 degrees 06 minutes 09 seconds West, along the West line of the Southwest Quarter of said Section 5, a distance of 1,473.51 feet; thence North 89 degrees 53 minutes 51 seconds East, 52.00 feet to an iron rod; thence North 68 degrees 10 minutes 48 seconds East, 250.42 feet to an iron rod; thence South 70 degrees 31 minutes 27 seconds East, 266.91 feet to an iron rod; thence South 26 degrees 16 minutes 45 seconds East, 299.51 feet to an iron rod; thence South 38 degrees 48 minutes 20 seconds East, 191.11 feet to an iron rod; thence South 51 degrees 04 minutes 12 seconds East, 237.74 feet to an iron rod; thence South 60 degrees 53 minutes 38 seconds East, 335.14 feet to an iron rod; thence North 88 degrees 15 minutes 30 seconds East, 317.55 feet to an iron rod; thence North 54 degrees 39 minutes 30 seconds East, 147.60 feet to an iron rod; thence North 28 degrees 20 minutes 35 seconds East, 171.58 feet to an iron rod; thence South 26 degrees 03 minutes 31 seconds East, 282.36 feet to an iron rod; thence South 14 degrees 41 minutes 19 seconds East, 183.83 feet to an iron rod; thence South 02 degrees 05 minutes 38 seconds West, 381.78 feet to an iron rod; thence South 15 degrees 07 minutes 05 seconds West, 258.80 feet to the South line of the Southwest Quarter of said Section 5; thence South 89 degrees 34 minutes 52 seconds West, along the South line of the Southwest Quarter of said Section 5, a distance of 1,807.48 feet to an iron rod on the Northeasterly right-of-way line of said Route 26; thence North 38 degrees 10 minutes 39 seconds West, along said right-of-way line, 104.58 feet to the Place of Beginning, and containing 51.16 acres, more or less.

PINS: 23-05-400-010; 23-08-100-016; 23-08-100-014; and 23-05-300-018.

D. A description of the improvements on the real estate is a quarry and adjacent unimproved real estate located in Leepertown Township, Bureau County, Illinois.

E. The times specified in the judgment, if any, when the real estate may be inspected prior to sale: The property will NOT be open for inspection, and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

F. The time and place of the sale are: March 26, 2015, at 10:00 a.m., in the General Lobby on the first floor of the Bureau County Courthouse, 700 South Main Street, Princeton, Illinois 61356.

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

HOWARD & HOWARD ATTORNEYS PLLC Attorneys for Plaintiff Published in the Bureau County Republican Mar. 5, 12 and 19, 2015.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 13TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT BUREAU COUNTY - PRINCETON, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. ) Plaintiff, ) -v.- ) AMELIA M. NUNLEY, et al ) Defendant ) 11 CH 61 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 7, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 11:30 a.m. on April 14, 2015, at the office of Russell, English, Scoma & Beneke, P.C., Ten Park Ave. West, PRINCETON, IL, 61356, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 13 IN BLOCK 20 IN THE ORIGINAL TOWN, NOW CITY OF SPRING VALLEY, BUREAU COUNTY, ILLINOIS, EXCEPTING THEREFROM THE UNDERLYING COAL AND FIRECLAY AND THE RIGHT TO DIG, MINE AND REMOVE THE SAME WITHOUT ENTERING UPON THE SURFACE THEREOF, IN BUREAU COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 316 EAST ERIE STREET, SPRING VALLEY, IL 61362. Property Index No. 18-35-306-013. The real estate is improved with a stucco single family home; no garage. 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, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 p.m. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1107779. 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.

PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. (312) 4765500. Attorney File No. PA1107779. Case Number: 11 CH 61 TJSC#: 35-2034 I647855 Published in the Bureau County Republican Mar. 5, 12 and 19, 2015.

VILLAGE OF WYANET INVITATION FOR BIDS The Village of Wyanet is accepting bids for the mowing and trimming at the following locations.

• Forest Hill Cemetery • Village Park/Larson Park

• Baseball Diamond/ Baseball Diamond Parking Lot Bid proposal forms may be picked up at Wyanet Village Hall, 116 N. Locust St., Wyanet, IL. 61379. (815)6992631 Bids must be returned no later than March 30,

2015 by 4:00 p.m. Bids will be opened at 7:00 p.m. prior to the board meeting at 7:30 p.m..

The Village of Wyanet reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids.

Published in the Bureau County Republican March 12, 2015.

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35th Annual 2-Day Spring Consignment Sale

SEVERAL COMPLETEE FARM CLOSEOUTS

3 OR MORE RINGS AT ONE TIME

Rt. 78 South • Annawan, Illinois

Friday, March 20th, 2015

SALE STARTS 8:30 A.M.

12 AUCTIONEERS

STARTING TIME 8:30 A.M. WITH SMALL ITEMS & OLDER MACHINERY - 9:30 A.M. REGULAR SALE

TRACTORS, SKID LOADERS, LOADERS & CONSTRUCTION 1995 CIH 9230 Row Crop Special JD 730 gas, restored 1991 CIH 7140, 6450 hrs.

JD 2020 with Loader AC 6060 w/460 Loader JD 2840 AC 7030 1971 JD 3020, Side Console, gas, AC 7060 WF, Dual Outlets, 3 pt. 2600 hrs.

AC D14 JD 3020 Gas with 148 Loader AC D17 & Forks AC D17 w/Loader JD 4010 AC D19 JD 4010 Diesel WF 12 Volt with JD AC WD 46 Loader Agco Allis 8630 JD 4010 LP NF Agco Allis 9635 JD 4020 Case 1270 JD 4020 Diesel Case 2390 JD 4440 Case 530 JD 4560 Front Wheel Assist Case 630 with Loader JD 4630 Case 970 JD 8420 FWA 9000 hrs. 19.9-30 CIH 685 Loader Tractor Front Tires, 18.4 - 46 Rear Tires, CIH 7120 FWA 3pt Quick Hitch, Full Rack Front Farmall 560 Weights Ford 641 w/Loader JD 850 w/Loader Ford 981 Diesel WF PS MH 101 1967 IH 806D with factory cab MM Jet Star w/Loader (2) IH 1066 MM M5 Tractor IH 284 Diesel 1979 White 2-155 IH 414B 1984 White 2-155 Series 3 MFWD IH 424 Tractor 5385 hrs. New Cab Kit with IH 606 with 3pt hitch and 2000 duals and weights loader 1986 White 2-75 Tractor 4WD with IH 706 loader & 3 remotes IH 756 White 2-105 IH 1486 w/Duals White 2-105 Tractor, open station IH 1586 Salvage Tractors IH H LOADERS Agco Farmhand GL520 Loader with bucket w/AC Mounts, Bush Hog QT 3450 Loader, JD 158 Loader with Brackets, NEW Westendorf TA 28 loader w/84” Bucket, Woods Dual 255 Loader w/Spear, Woods Dual 3150, Woods Dual 340 Loader w/IH Brackets CONSTRUCTION Bantam Excavator, 1978 Case 580C Backhoe with Thumb, New Motor 2009, New Rear-end 2013, Rebuilt Inj Pump, 4300 , hrs., Case 1085 Wheel Excavator with 2 buckets, Case 1150B Track Loader, Case 580B Extenda hoe Backhoe, Case 580D , Case DH5 Trencher w/backhoe, FMC Power Ditcher, JD 310 SE Loader Backhoe, JD 450B Crawler Loader, (2) JD 450C Dozer, JD 644A 4WD Loader, Parsons 24” ladder trencher with V-6 Detroit and spare parts, Sidewinder Power Ditcher, Vermeer Trencher, Woods 1050 3pt Backhoe FORKLIFTS AND SKID STEER LOADERS Hyster 35 Forklift, Bobcat S300 Skid Steer ATTACHMENTS Danuser Post Hole Digger, Mini Excavator Buckets, PB 60 Sweeper Broom, Woods 3pt Forklift 48” forks, Lots of Woods Attachments, Several 3pt Box Blades, COMBINES AND HEADS JD 6600 D Combine, 1979 JD 7720 Combine, 1980 JD 7720 Combine, CORN HEADS & PLATFORMS CIH 1020 30ft Grain Head, CIH 1020 20ft Grain Head, CIH 2020 20ft Platform, JD 16ft Platform, MF 864 Corn Head, (2) JD 220 Platform TILLAGE EQUIPMENT SOIL SAVERS & DEEP TILLAGE Glencoe 5 Shank Chisel Plow, Glencoe 11 Shank Soil Saver, Glencoe 18ft Soil Saver, JD 722, 20ft Soil Finisher with Harrow, Kent 24ft Soil Saver, M&W Earth Master 24ft, M&W Earth Master 30ft, White 435 Disc Chisel Plow 12 Shank, 1993 20’ Aerway w/Remlinger direct mount double rolling basket harrow, 150 acres on new tines, all new bearings.

FIELD CULTIVATORS & FINISHERS Brillion 10ft Cultimulcher, DMI 32ft Field Cultivator, DMI 44ft Field Cultivator Double Fold with Harrow, IH 4800 Field Cultivator, McFarlane 32 HDL 8 Bar Harrow, McFarlane 40ft Harrow, Noble 22ft 4 section Wheel Mounted Harrow, (2) Glencoe 30ft Soil Finishers, Remlinger Industries 30ft Hyd, Harrow, Chain-link used on only 20 acres

PLOWS Howard 4 btm Para Plow, IH 60 Pull-Type 4 btm Plow, IH 720 On-land 9 btm Plow, JD 1450 5 btm Plow, JD 2350-2450 7btm Plow,

DISC IH 470 18ft Disc, IH 496, IH 496 24ft Disc, JD 14 BW Disc, JD 330 , Kewanee 1020, 20ftFlat Fold Disc, Kewanee 10ft Wheel Disc, Kewanee 25ft Disc, Salford 30ft RTS, JD 400 Rotary Hoe, Howard Select Tiller GRAIN HANDLING WAGONS (2) DMI Big Little Wagons, Brent 410 Grain Cart, Brent 420 Weigh Cart, Brent 544 Wagon, Brent 610 Grain Cart, DMI 400bu Gravity Wagon, Grain-O-Vator Auger Wagon, Harvest Flow 590 Wagon, Killbros 1195 Grain Cart, Killbros Gravity Wagon on JD Gear, Kinze 600bu Auger Wagon, Pit Express 13” Drive Over Pit, Electric or Hyd AUGERS & DRYERS Feterl 30ft 8” Truck Auger, Mayrath 31ft x 10” Truck Auger with electric mount, Mayrath 60ft Auger, Mayrath 62ft x 8” Auger, Westfield 80ft x 10” Swing away auger, (4) 8ft Wide x 12ft High Grain Bulk Heads TRUCKS AND TRAILERS 1959 Ford F100 , 2001 Ford F450 , 1977 Ford 800 Truck, 1975 Ford 8000 Rollback Cat 3208 Engine, Automatic, 22ft Bed, Winch, New Tires, 1997 Chevy K 2500 4x4, 350, AT, DMI Bumper, GN hitch NEW TRAILERS 2014 Load Trail 102x30 HD Gooseneck 25ft Flat, 5ft Self-Clean Dove, 3 Flip-over Ramps, 2015 Load Trail 83”x14ft Dump Trailer, 2015 Load Trail 83”x18ft Tandem Car Hauler, 2015 Load Trail 81.5”x20ft Tandem Tilt-bed Trailer, 2015 Load Trail 83.5’x16ft Tilt-deck Gravity Trailer, Bestway Retriever Hitch 2 pt., Bestway Retriever Hitch with drawbar storage LIVESTOCK EQUIPMENT\SPREADERS & SHREDDERS Gehl 312 Side Discharge Spreader, Hesston S390 Manure Spreader, IH 500 Series Manure Spreader, JD 33 Spreader, LMT 3350 Liquid Manure Spreader w/4 Knife Rear Mount Toolbar, NH 155 Spreader, (2) NH 242 Grinder Mixers, NI 3622 Spreader, Bearcat Hammer Mill Grinder Mixer, Gehl 125 Mixer Grinder, IH 1500 Grinder Mixer, BHC 2000 Stalk Chopper w/1000 PTO 8 Row, (2) H&S Feeder Wagon w/sides, NI Stalk Shredder 4 Row, Sun Master Stalk Shredder 6 Row, UFT 6 Row Stalk Shredder PLANTERS, DRILLS, SPRAYERS SPRAYERS 2007 Bestway FP III 1850 gal, 90ft Boom, Norak Boom Height Control, Michelin Tires, Like New, w/ 450 Controller, 2006 Bestway FPIII 1600 gal, 90ft Boom, Raven 450 Controller, 2005 Bestway FPIII 1200 gal, 80ft Boom, Foamer Marker w/ 450 Controller, 2004 Bestway FPIII 1200 gal w/80ft Boom, Raven 450 Controller, Bestway 1000 gal 60ft Boom, Blumhardt 3pt 80ft Boom with Foamer Marker, Demco 500 gal Pick-up Sprayer w/60ft Boom, Hardi 500 gal , 45ft Boom Sprayer, Home made Self-Propelled Sprayer 1000 gal, 90ft Boom, Progressive 1000gal Sprayer with 60ft boom & monitor, Top Air 1000gal 60ft Boom Sprayer with Foam Marker, Top Air 1100 gal Sprayer, New 12/16 Row Double Fold NH3 on 30” Strip Till Spacing, Raven Accuflow NH3 System that is Raven 440 Monitor Ready, Yetter Coulter & Closing Wheels on C-Shank & Knives, 2008 Case IH 2800 Applicator, II Knife ground driven pump, excellent condition.

PLANTERS 2010 CIH 1250 24Row 30” Spacing, Bulk Fill with Scale, Insecticide, Accu-Row Shut Off, Yetter Row Cleaners, Row Markers, Pneumatic Down Pressure, Case 16Row Vertical Rear Fold Planter, IH 800 12Row No-til Folding Planter, insect boxes with monitor, JD 495A 4Row Planter, 1982 JD 7000 8 Row 36” w/No-Til and JD 200 Monitor, JD 7000, 12 Row Planter, JD 7000 NoTil 8Row 36” with Yetter No-Til Coulters and Yetter Trash Whippers Liquid Fert with Kelderman Wing fold, Kinze 2600 16Row Interplant Planter, White 6180 Planter 12 Row 30” spacing, CIH 1250 24 Row 30” Early Riser, JD 17Row 15” Soybean Planter with Kinze Bean Meter and Monitor, Friesen 110 bu. Seed Tender on Trailer.

FARM SALE #1 1973 JD 4520 Tractor 9240 hrs., 1975 JD 4230 Tractor 5870 hrs., 1982 JD 6620 Combine 4695 hrs., 1999 ASV 4520 Track Skid 2480 hrs., 20ft IH Vibra Shank Field Cultivator, 4 - 300 bu Gravity Wagons, 4 Row Down Corn Reel, 4 Section Harrow on Cart, Case 18ft Disc with Notched Blades on Front, Farmhand 258 Loader with JD Mounts, Hardi 800 gal Sprayer with Hiniker Monitor and Flow Control, HD Dual Axle Steel Deck Scrapping Trailer, Hiniker 24ft Flat Fold Field Cultivator, Homemade Head Cart, JD 15ft 3pt Rotary Hoe, JD 216 Platform, JD 443 Corn Head with JD Poly, JD 9ft 3pt Sickle Mower, Rhino 10ft Pull-type Mower, White 5100 Planter 8 Row NF Fold Conversion FARM SALE #2 1978 Ford F700 Grain Truck with new motor, Case Disc Chisel, Danuser 3pt Post Hole Digger, Hiniker 1120 Field Cultivator, IH 494 Disc, JD 1508 Batwing Mower, JD 216 Platform, JD 4640, Axle Duals 5500 hrs., JD 6140 MFWD 400 hrs., JD 643 Corn Head with poly, JD 6620 Titan II Side Hill 4x4, JD 7000 6Row Planter, JD BW Disc, JD MX 7 Cutter, JD5205 with Loader, M&W Earth Master Ripper & Twine Wrap, Vermeer 605H Round Baler, Vermeer 605K Round Baler, Net & Twine Wrap, Vermeer 605L Round Baler RAKES AC PTO Rake, IH 35 Hay Rake, JD 672 Rake, NH 256 Rake, Sitrex 10 Wheel Rake, Vermeer WR20 Hay Rake

DRILLS MOWER CONDITIONERS CIH 540 Grain Drill, Great Plains No-til 15ft Drill, JD 10ft Drill with Grass Seed Attachment, CIH CIH 8330 Haybine 9ft windrower, JD 1209, NH 499 12ft Hay Bine, NI 5109 , NI Pull540 Grain Drill 20ft Soybean Special 15”Rw SPI Seed Meter with Yetter Cart, JD 8250 10ft Grain Type Hay Crimper Drill, Brillion 6ft Seeder, 10ft EZ Spreader, Trigg Spreader MOWERS, FORAGE, LIVESTOCK GATORS, 4 WHEELERS & RECREATION Hesston 10 Stack Hand, IH 1300 3pt 7ft Mower, JD 507 Gyro Mower, JD 8ft 3pt Rotary 2007 Roketa Scooter, 2007 Wildfire Scooter, 2008 Hanma 3-Wheel Motorcycle, 2008 Shreike Mower, JD Sickle Mower, NH 616 Disc Mower, Prokut 6ft Mower, Rhino F4-15 Batwing Scooter, JD 4X2 TS Gator Power Pump, JD 6x4 Gator, JD TX Gator UTV, Kahati 250 Scooter, Mower, Woods 114 8ft Pull-Type Mower, Woods 3180 15ft Batwing Mower, Woods RM Kymco 150 4-Wheeler, Kubota 900 ATV 306 3pt Mower, Woods C80 3pt Mower HAY EQUIPMENT, MOWERS, FORAGE, LIVESTOCK MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS - Over 500 Pieces Many planter parts, Misc. no-till coulters, Misc. Shop Tools, Misc. Tires, Wheels, and BALERS 1992 Gehl 1850 Round Baler, 1992 Gehl 2960 Round Baler, CIH 8460 Round Baler Twine Ties, Weights, Ramps, 12” Discharge PTO Centrifugal Pump, Many 6 - 7 & 8ft Blades, Gehl 1500 Round Baler, JD 336 Square Baler, JD 500 Round Baler, JD 566 Round Baler, Net Air Compressors, Mi-T-M Equipment New or Factory Service with Warranty, 6 Cold water Pressure Washers, 2 6000Watt Generators, 4 Gas Powered Air Compressors, Gas Powered Generator & Compressor Combo

Saturday, March 21st, 2015

MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS - Over 250 Pieces Assorted nursery stock, Outdoor Luminary Lights, Barn Siding, 10 Rolls Woven Wire, 5”x8ft Treated Fence Posts, 6”x8ft Treated Fence Posts, Hedge Posts various sizes, New steel, all sizes, 16ft Steel Gates, Corner Braces, Assorted Hand Tools, Wrenches, Screw Drivers, Pipe Wrenches, Hand Saws, Several Bench Vices, Hydraulic Hose Crimping Machine, Boxes of Hydraulic Fittings & Hoses , Parts Washer, Bachtold Weed Mower, 3 - Franklin Automated Heated Cattle Waterers, NEW Slop Gates, Many 16ft Hog Panels, 4 Round 60bu Hog Feeders, Hay Rack Tops, New fence posts, Approx.

200 steel posts plus feeders, Many more gates, posts, feeders of all makes, and sizes, Several Hay Racks of Misc. Tools - Etc. TRAILERS 16ft Car Hauler, 16ft Steel Deck Car Hauler, 16ft Tandem Axle Car Hauler, 1982 WY Frame Flatbed Trailer, 1995 Homemade Trailer, 2000 Homemade 30ft Gooseneck, 2013 Load Trail Car Hauler, JD Implement Trailer, Pace American Enclosed Trailer, Tri-Axle 30ft x 8ft Gooseneck, VEHICLES (50 Units) 2000 Ford F150, 2001 Ford F450, 2001 Dodge Dakota 25,000

REPOSSESSION SALE 2013 XL Specialized 53ft Detachable Flatbed Trailer with Aluminum pullouts, Hyd Dovetail, Spread Axle, 2 Protech Toolboxes, GVWR 88,310, 1996 Peterbilt Semi, Cab over, 15 speed Fuller, 16 Internal Gauges, Dual Chrome Stacks, Cat 3406 Engine, 260” Wheel Base, 11R24.5 Tires, 831,660 Miles, 1998 TrailEze 48ft Flatbed Trailer with Winch & 8ft Dovetail Dual Axle, Air Ride, 1986 359 Classic Peterbilt Semi, 20 Digital Gauges, 15 Speed Fuller Trans, 3406B Cat Engine, 60” Walk-in Bunk, Dual Chrome Stacks, 260” Wheel Base, immaculate Condition 64,962 Miles, 2012 Bobcat T770 2 speed Skid Steer, AM/FM Radio, Power Bobtach Dual ISO, H Controls 610 Hours, 1991 IH Semi, Day Cab, PT for Dump Trailer, Cat 3176 Engine Super 9 Speed Fuller Trans, Bendix Cruise Control 253,846 Miles, 2 - 1985 Timpte 40ft Hopper Bottom Trailer with roll Tarp GVWR 65,000, 2002 Mack Vision Semi, Fuller 13 Speed Trans, 460 Mack Engine 729,799 Miles, 2003 Wilson Hopper Bottom Grain Trailer with Roll Tarp , Model DWH500 Air Suspension, 1987 GMC Sierra 3500 Dump Truck with Snow Plow Hitch only, 1997 Ford Ranger XLT 197,582 Miles, 2001 Ford F650 Super Duty Cab & Chassis 129,721 Miles, 2000 Chevrolet 2500 Truck, Utility Box, 333,415 Miles, 1995 Chevrolet 30 Van, no seat or cowling 83,820 Miles, 1993 Ford F150 Truck with Fuel Tank 209,717 Miles, 1990 GMC Venture 2500 Van 128,832 Miles, IH 856 WF Tractor, McCormick WD 9 Tractor, Polaris Ranger HD800 EFI, Case 580C , 2WD Loader, Extend hoe, (4) 200bu Gravity Wagon, AC Big Ten Mower with Tiller, AC Pull-Type Combine - All Crop Harvester, Antique 3 btm Plow, Brent CPC 5 Shank Disc Ripper, Bulk Seed Auger, CIH Loader Bale Spear, Commercial Parts Washer, Diamond K Mfg. Skid Loader Hyd Hitch, DMI 300bu Wagon, DMI Coulter Champ, EZ Flow 280bu Gravity Wagon, Farmall 560 Diesel Tractor, Farmall 400 Tractor, Farmall 450 Tractor, Farmall Super M Tractor, Ford 3600 Tractor, Gehl 1500 Round Baler, Gleaner K Combine with 14ft Grain Head, Graham 8ft 7 Shank Chisel, IH 2 btm Plow, IH 2 Row Planter, IH 400 Diesel Tractor with Belt Pulley, IH 460 Diesel Utility Tractor, IH 550 5 btm Plow, IH 642, 4btm Rollover Plow, IH 706 Tractor, NF Year-a-round Cab, IH A WF Tractor, IH Cub Tractor with Mower, JD 110 Mower no deck, JD Auger Wagon, JD Wheel Loader w/boom, Kasco 6ft 3 Bar Harrow, Krause 14ft Disc Mod 4, Landpride AFM 4011 Groomer Mower, MM D Corn Sheller , MM M602 Tractor, NH 268 Square Baler, Oliver 88 Row Crop Tractor with side sheets, Oliver 880 Tractor, Progressive Field Cultivator with Tank, R65 Ditch Witch, Rhino 172 Rotary Mower, Scarifier Kuntz Hydr Box Blade, Schuler 175 Cycle Mix Wagon, scale, Schwartz 191 Feed Wagon, Skid Loader Pallet Forks 48” Hyd, Smyth Head Cart, Woods XT184 Mower

mile, 2005 Dodge 1500 SLT 4x4, 1995 Cadillac Seville, 2000 Cadillac Fully Loaded, 1993 Chevrolet C1500, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer, 2002 Chevrolet Venture Sport Van, 2004 Chevrolet Impala, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander Van, 1998 Ford Taurus, 1995 GMC Yukon, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII, 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager Van, 1996 Chrysler Town & Country Sport Van, 2002 Mercury Mountaineer ANTIQUES (100 Pieces) (2) Ford Majors, 1950 AC WD , 1953 AC WD , AC 2 row Planter, 3pt hitch & metal boxes, AC B, AC CA, AC WC, AC WD, AC XT190, Case 2 btm Plow, Case CC Tractor, Farmall Super C, IH 2 btm Plow, JD A, JD 2 Row 3pt Cultivator, JD 8ft Horsedrawn Disc, JD 430T, LeRoi Gas Power Unit, McCormick Dearing Threshing Machine, MM Z Tractor, NH 77 Square Baler with Wisconsin Engine, Oliver 70, Oliver 88, Wooden Steel Wheel Wagon, Many Old Plows, Discs, & Antique Items

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STARTING TIME 8:30 A.M. Machinery not sold Friday & Hayrack Items)

Morgan Front deck 61” 20hp twin Briggs Engine Electric Lift, Grasshopper 721 Lawn Mower, MF/Simplicity 2617H Hand Hydro 17hp Briggs Engine 44” deck, Simplicity Regent GREEN BAY PACKERS edition 16hp Engine Foot Hydro 44 “ Deck with, Turbo Twin Bagger System, Bush Hog ZT2200 Front Mount Mower, Craftsman LT1000 w/42” deck, Cub Cadet LT 1040 w/42” deck, Cub Cadet LT 1050 w/50” deck, Dixon 2TR 442 Zero Turn, Dixon 2TR 450 Zero Turn, Exmark Lazer Z w/48” deck, Ferris 1000 Zero Turn, Ford CM 224 4x4 Front Mount with 60” deck, JD 165, JD 175, JD 185 with single Kawasaki Engine and 38” deck, JD 212, JD 300 with Tiller Parts, JD 316 with Tiller, JD 318 w/48” deck, JD 320 w/48” deck, JD 332 Diesel Tractor Hand Hydro Drive w/48” Deck, JD 322 w/48” deck, JD 325 Tractor w/48” deck and snow plow, JD 325 w/48” deck, JD 345 w/54” deck, JD 400 w/60” deck & 3pt, JD 420 w/60” deck, JD 4210 W/60” deck, 4x4, Hydro, JD 425 w/48” deck, JD 425 w/54” deck, JD 425 Tractor with 54” deck and snow blade Kawasaki Liquid Cool Engine, JD 425 w/60” deck, JD 445 w/54” deck, JD 445 w/60” deck, JD 455 w/54” deck, JD 475 w/54” deck, JD 485 w/62” deck, JD 737 w/60” deck, JD 820A w/60” deck, JD 850A w/72” deck, JD F935 Diesel w/72” deck, JD GT 225 w/40” deck, JD GT

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Erin go Bragh!

Debbie Lindberg, activities director at the Bureau County Senior Center, trims the tree at the center with shamrocks and green beads in the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day. Lindberg puts in the extra effort to bring her creative touch to the senior center to help put fun and celebration into each holiday. St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated this year on Tuesday, March 17.

St. Patrick is known as the patron saint of Ireland, even though he was not born in Ireland. Through the years, he has become an integral part of the Irish heritage, mostly through his service across Ireland of the 5th Century.

While St. Patrick’s Day is near and dear to the hearts of the Irish and Irish descendants, it’s been said that everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day. A host of traditions accompany this fun holiday, including the wearing of green. Shamrocks are also important. Legend has it that St. Patrick used the three-leafed shamrock to symbolize the Christian Holy Trinity, however, it’s never been validated.

Popular activities for St. Patrick’s Day across Bureau and Putnam counties are seeking out that favorite restaurant that serves corned beef and cabbage, usually accompanied with potatoes and carrots. And of course, many establishments serve up a river of green beer to host the fun-filled day.

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First graders from Diane Holmbeck’s class at Putnam County Primary School look forward to their pot of gold at the end of the rainbow on St. Patrick’s Day.

Diane Holmbeck’s first-grade students at Putnam County Primary School were asked: “On St. Patrick’s Day, if you were to catch a leprechaun and he gave you a pot of gold, what would you buy with your pot of gold?”

“I’d buy a diamond ring.”

Cayden Bouxsein

“I’d go to the pet store and get a dog or a tiger.”

Max Brester

“I’d spend it on Wii games and Xbox games.”

Zackery Siegmann

“I’d buy a lot of Transformers.”

Carter Grandadam

“I’d buy a phone.”

Regan Kerivan

“Wrap it up and give it to my mom.”

Ella Pyszka

“I’d spend it on a dog.”

Owen Hartman “Buy money with it.”

Brianna Sager “I would buy a cheetah.”

Shane Alejandro

“Put in my room and hide it.”

George Faletti “Use it to buy a toy.”

Jacob Dove

“Buy a four-wheeler with a snowplow on the front.”

Tayton Kays “Take it to the bank and get more money with it.”

Collin Borio “Keep it.”

Jackson Delhotal “Buy a bunch of Legos.”

Beckham Baker Student Robbie Lee Trumbauer was absent.

Branson’s Gordy and Debbie to perform at fairgrounds PRINCETON — The Bureau County Fair presents “A Tribute to George Strait Show” featuring Gordy and Debbie, one of Branson’s top duets from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday, April 19, in the Allen building at the fairgrounds.

This show was the best Branson Horizon tribute show in 2013, they were the favorite duet musical group in both 2012 and

2013, and they played in Branson May through December 2014. Tickets are $15 per person and includes the show and refreshments. Tickets can be purchased by picking up a coupon and mailing it to the fair at P.O. Box 238, Princeton, IL 61356, or watch for the order form in the local papers and local businesses. Phone orders are available at 815-

872-4453 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday to reserve tickets at the door.

The show is a fundraiser to help purchase a new sound system for the fair exhibit halls, replacing a system that is 25 years old.

Gary Swanson/GES sound is donating his services for the show and installation.

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This Week “The Volunteers,” a U.S. Army Field Band, will present a free concert at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 12, at JFK School in Spring Valley. Advanced tickets are required. Tickets are available at the Spring Valley City Clerk’s Office, 215 N. Greenwood St. in Spring Valley or by sending a self-addressed stamped envelope with a note requesting the number of tickets to: Army Band Tickets, 215 N. Greenwood St., Spring Valley, IL 61362. For more information, call Debb at 815-303-4327.

The Walnut American Legion Post 179 is sponsoring an all you can eat chicken meal with beans, fries and cole slaw for $8 from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, March 12, at the Post Hall in Walnut.

The Knights of Columbus in Henry are having a smelt and fish fry from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, March 13, at the River Valley Bowl in Henry. The meal is all you can eat and includes smelt, fish, corn fritters, baked potatoes, green beans, cole slaw and drinks. Carry-out orders are available. The cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 6-12 and free for children under 6.

Flea markets return to the Bureau County Fairgrounds Saturday, March 14, with a huge winter garage sale in the three heated exhibit halls.

Dealers are welcome and there is both indoor and outdoor space available.

For more information, call 815-303-2905. The cost for admission is $1. A concession stand is located in the building. For complete schedule details, visit www.bureaucountyfair.com.

The Princeton Moose Lodge will host a bingo night at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 17. Doors will open at 5 p.m. and sandwiches will be available for purchase. The lodge will continue to host bingo the first and third Tuesday of each month. The lodge is at 1339 N. Euclid Ave. in Princeton. For more information, call the lodge at 815-879-5261.

The Bureau Valley Vol-

unteer Hospice will host its monthly grief and loss support group at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 17, in the chapel at Perry Memorial Hospital in Princeton. Anyone who has lost a loved one is invited to attend.

Upcoming Robert Girardi will present Abraham Lincoln’s Doctor’s Dog at 6 p.m.

Thursday, March 19, at the Lock 16 Center in LaSalle. This is a random and irreverent look at some of the bizarre, ludicrous and outrageous events that took place during the turbulent Civil War years. The Canal Corridor Association’s Dinner and a Little History series offers guests a delicious meal, a chance to meet with fellow history buffs and a detailed and interesting presentation.

The cost is $24 for CCA members and $29 for non-members. Reservations are required. To make a reservation, call 815-223-1851.

Putnam County High School will present Disney’s “High School Musical” at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 19, Friday, March 20, and at 2 p.m.

Saturday, March 21. Tickets for the reserved seating show are $8 for adults and $6 for senior citizens.

Putnam County students can attend one performance for free. To reserve seats, call PCHS at 815882-2800, option 4.

A bluegrass, gospel and country music jam will be from 6 to 10 p.m. Friday, March 20, at the First Lutheran Church at 116 N. Pleasant St. in Princeton. Jams will continue the third Friday of each month. Players and listeners are welcome. Snacks and soft drinks available.

For more information, call 815-875-2057.

Open Prairie Church, 25 E. Marion St., Princeton, will host a March Madness event from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 21. There will be a flea market featuring antique radios, books, dishes, silver, furniture, shoes, jewelry, art, imported items, repurposed keys and bottles, kid’s clothes and more. There will be raffles and a taco bar by Rich Hornbakers for $4 per taco.

The Bureau County United Way Spring Event will be Saturday, March

21, in the lower level of Fitzgerald’s in Princeton.

Cocktails and hors d’oeuvrs will be at 6 p.m. and dinner will be at 7 p.m. An art auction will follow. Pete Mangold will be the guest chef and dinner will be

by Four and Twenty Cafe.

Entrée choices are prime rib, center cut pork chop or duck breast. There will also be a cash bar. Tickets, which are $50, are available at the Bureau County United Way office, 618 N. Main St. in Princeton. Proceeds will benefit the Bureau County United Way 2015 campaign. For more information, call 815-872-0821.

The LaSalle County Genealogy Guild will meet at 1 p.m. Saturday, March 21, at the Guild Library, 115 W. Glover St. Stephen Szabodos will present his program, genealogy research-beyond basics. He will reach techniques to overcome problems with surname spelling, learn to search in the correct location and review cases which while help unlock early census records.

The Buda Fire Department and Rescue Unit will hold a pancake breakfast from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Sunday, March 22, at the Buda Community Hall. The menu includes pancakes and biscuits and gravy. The cost is by donation. There will be a 50/50 and raffles. Tickets for the raffle will be sold at the door.

Starved Rock Visitors Center will host a program on explorer Rene-Robert Cavalier Sieur de LaSalle at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, March 22. Mark Walczynski, local author and Starved Rock historian, will examine the role of the French explorer and how his vision of a French commercial empire in the 17th century is still active today.

The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Tuesday, March 24, at St. Margaret’s Hospital, 600

E. First St., Spring Valley.

The Covered Bridge Chorus will present a history of barbershop harmony of the Princeton area at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 24, at the Princeton Public Library. The presentation will feature a selection of songs performed with the narrative. The area has had a barbershop chorus for a long time with only a few years when it was not functioning.

The Perry Memorial Auxiliary will sponsor a book fair from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Thursday, March 26, and Friday, March 27, in the medical office building lobby at Perry. The Auxiliary will host a bake sale from 7 a.m. to noon Friday, March 27. For more information, contact Karen Russell at 815-876-2250.

The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive from 2 to 6 p.m. Friday, March 27, at Malden Grade School, East Street, Malden.

The Princeton High School Booster Club drawdown will be at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, March 28, (immediately after the PHS alumni basketball game) in the basement of Fitzgerald’s. A chicken and spaghetti dinner will be available. Tickets are being sold for $50 a couple. Prizes will be $1,000 cash for first; $500 for second and $250 for third. There will also be many other payouts. Rodeo Drive will also perform. For tickets, call or text Kelley at 815-8787737 for send a message on Facebook, Princeton High School Athletic Booster Club.

The Malden Vets Club will hold a men’s nite wild game stag at 5 p.m. Saturday, March 28, on South Street in Malden. The cost is $10 at the door for all you can eat. There will be lots of food available and beer costs $2 per can.

For more information, call 815-643-2025.

The bunny will be at the Shoppes at Grand Prairie to welcome spring with a celebration hosted by Bethany Baptist Church and the Shoppes at Grand Prairie from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 28. Festivities throughout the Shoppes include live music, children’s games and activities, bounce houses, eggs, balloon animals, prizes from participating stores and photos

Starved Rock Visitors Center will host a birds of prey program Sunday, March 29. See birds of prey such as falcons, owls and hawks up-close and learn about the adaptations and behaviors of these birds.

The Lighted Way and Uptown Grill are co-sponsoring the annual spaghetti dinner fundraiser from 4:30 to 8 p.m. Monday, March 30. To purchase tickets, call the school from 9 to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday at 815224-1345 and can also be purchased at the door.

The donation for the dinner is $8. Carry-outs will be available.

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

IVCC will host its ‘70s night at 5:30 p.m. Friday, April 10, at Senica’s Oak Ridge on Route 6 in LaSalle. Guests are encouraged to dress in 1970s attire. There will be a live and silent auctions, food and prizes for the best costumes. The cost is $30 per person. Proceeds will benefit the IVCC Foundation.

The Bacon and Beer Festival, Davenport’s premier went and celebration of all things brews and bacon, will begin at 4:30 p.m.

Saturday, April 11, at the Rivercenter in Davenport, Iowa. The cost of admission is $25 in advance, $30 at the door and $50 for a VIP ticket. This event is for adults only.

Wildlife Prairie Park presents “Amazing Animals” at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, April 12, at Starved Rock Visitors Center. See skunks, turtles, owls and more. There will be live animals.

Flea markets return to the Bureau County Fairgrounds Sunday, April 12.

Dealers are welcome and there is both indoor and outdoor space available.

For more information, call 815-303-2905. The cost

for admission is $1. A concession stand is located in the building. For complete schedule details, visit www.bureaucountyfair.com.

A Rip’s chicken dinner fundraiser for the Ladd afterschool program will be from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, April 14.

Tickets are $8 per person (all chicken varieties available). Carry-outs will be available that night by calling 815-894-3051.

The event will also include a bake sale, 50/50 and raffles. All proceeds will benefit the Ladd afterschool program.

Laughter with style, a comedy night for women, will raise money for the Ladd 12th anniversary celebration. The event will also feature a style show of women’s fashion. The event will start at 6:30 p.m. Friday, April 17, at the Ladd School gymnasium. Former DePue resident Tracy Moran DeGraff will present a 45-minute program of hilarious true stories. She is the author of “Life Anyway Mom.” The fashion show will feature clothing from LaynaBellas in Ottawa. Tickets are $15 each and will be available soon. Light refreshments will be provided and door prizes are planned.

Auction calendar March 14 – Kerry and Donna Jaggers, farm equipment, farm antiques and collectibles, 10 a.m., 401 W. Main St. (The Shed), Wyanet, Rediger Auction Service, auctioneers.

March 14 – Dennis Smith estate and Almira Clark, antique and modern furniture, appliances, patio furniture, paintings, postcard collection, fine and costume jewelry, ladies items, Royal Doulton, Goebel, antiques and collectibles 8:30 a.m., 1635 N. Main St. (Tumbleson Auction Center), Princeton, Tumbleson Auction Co., auctioneers.

March 17 – Mark Plumer and Kim Plumer, farmland and machinery, 10 a.m., sale held at 9542 Sharkey Highway, Wyoming, Rediger Auction Service, auctioneers.

March 31 – Kerry Jaggers, Marita Jaggers and Jaggers Trust, farmland, 10 a.m., sale held at 401 W. Main St. (The Shed), Wyanet, Rediger Auction Service, auctioneers.

April 16 – Gary E. Eckberg, commercial real estate, 6 p.m., 117 E. Main St., Wyanet, Rediger Auction Service, auctioneers.

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PRINCETON — Thursday, March 12, a photography workshop will be held at 6:30 p.m. The workshop is presented by Steve Beatty. Bring your laptop and camera. The session will cover working with images.

Also Thursday, at 4 p.m.

Friends of the Library Book Club will meet to discuss “Big Little Lies,” by Liane Moriarity. Newcomers are welcome to join the conversation.

Monday, March 16, the Monday Movie Night program begins at 6:30 p.m.

— “Houston, we have a problem.” NASA must devise a strategy to return three astronauts to Earth safely after their spacecraft undergoes massive internal damage, putting the lives of everyone on board in jeopardy.

Tuesday, March 17, Going Green: How to Have a Chemical Free Household will be presented by LaDonna Mazzarano at 6:30 p.m. Attendees will learn about how to read labels and other tips to make homes safer for the family. Also Tuesday, the preschool story time and craft will be at 10:30 a.m.

The theme is Ireland and

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Thursday, March, 19, a program on publishing your book will be held at 6:30 p.m. by author Amanda McNeill.

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

TISKILWA — Monday, March 16, the Tiskilwa Public Library will be setting up for the upcoming book sale. Those willing to help out are invited to do so from 10 a.m. to noon, or from 1 to 3 p.m.

The library’s book sale will be from 1 to 6 p.m.

Thursday, March 19; from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, March 20; and from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, March 21.

WYANET — Thursday, March 12, the Wyanet Library Board will present its 2nd Thursday@the Library program at 6:30 p.m.

In March, what more could a person want to

hear about than gardening.

Lois Steil, an Mid-American Growers employee for more than 20 years and a past presenter of the gardening program about herbs, will once again show how to do it ... gardening that is. At this point, everyone is itching to get into the garden; let the R.A. Sapp Library in Wyanet and Steil be at least a salve to that itch. As always, delectable refreshments will be served.

Thursday, March 26, at 7 p.m. the Wyanet Library’s Book Group will meet to discuss “The Mockingbird Next Door: Life with Harper Lee”

by Marja Mills. What a coincidence that this title was pulled with Lee’s new novel coming out in July.

The book group is open to the public, so stop out and see what it is all about.

LAMOILLE — If you would like to take a computer class, call the LaMoille-Clarion Library and let them know. If enough interest is shown, the library will try to schedule a class. Cost would be based on the number of students.

Saturday, March 14, the library will host a St. Patrick’s Day story hour at 10:30 a.m. Put on some green and join them for stories, craft, snacks and fun.

Also, a reminder, if the library closes due to weather, the announcement will be posted on the library’s Facebook page and also it will be announced on WZOE radio.

LADD — Thursday, March 12, is the library’s spaghetti dinner fundraiser from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Lanuti’s in Ladd. Tickets are $8 and may be purchased at the door. Cost of the ticket includes spa-

ghetti, salad and bread. A cash bar will also be available. Door prizes will be awarded each hour, and a 50/50 raffle will be available. Patrons are invited to support their local library and enjoy great food and company.

Preschool story times are held at 10 a.m. on Tuesdays in the children’s department. Story times feature a variety of activities including stories, songs, crafts and much more. March themes include: St. Patrick’s Day on March 17; bunnies on March 24 and Easter eggs on March 31.

Anyone interested in the library book club may contact the library at 815-8943254. The library is currently seeking members.

OHIO — The Ohio Public Library will have college basketball tournament brackets available to fill out on Monday and Wednesday after the brackets are announced. Participation is free.

Upcoming computer classes include: Wednesday, March 18 and 25: Microsoft Word and Excel (2-part class).

Thursday, March 19: Internet safety/social media awareness.

Thursday, March 26: Google Apps.

All classes are from 5 to 7 p.m. at the library; except for the Microsoft Word and Excel class, which runs from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at Ohio Schools.

Registration for classes is required. Patrons can register at the library.

Also, the library will have a used book and video sale throughout the next month. The sale will be held at the library during regular hours.

BUREAU — The Leep-

‘Birdology’ Somebody called you a birdbrain last week.

At first, it really made you mad. What kind of a thing is that to say?

You’re way smarter than a bird and your brain’s much bigger, Terri but what are you gonna Schlichenmeyer do?

You’re going to read “Birdology” by Monica Russo, photographs by Kevin Byron, and next time someone says you’re a birdbrain, you’re going to say “Thank you!”

No matter where you live — city or country, apartment or house — there are birds outside (and sometimes inside). There are, in fact, “at least” 9,000 different bird species in the world, and more than 700 species are found in North America. That makes bird watching an easy hobby for just about anywhere.

But what, exactly, are you watching for?

Let’s start with the bird’s body. Did you know that all birds have feathers?

And did you know that birds are the only creatures with feathers (though some dinosaurs had them, too).

Without feathers, a bird couldn’t fly or keep itself warm.

You might have heard the old saying that someone eats like a bird. That could be very interesting, because birds don’t have teeth. They do have beaks, however, and those beaks are

Cliffnotes “Birdology” by Monica Russo, photographs by Kevin Byron.

2015, Chicago Review Press. $15.95/$18.95 Canada. 108 pages. specialized to help the bird eat its dinner of seeds, plants, bugs, fish or small animals. When a bird opens its beak to “speak up,” what it says could warn its flock of danger, remind others to stay away, or tell you what kind of bird you’re hearing.

Even a bird’s feet can indicate a lot about its home and habitat. Ducks’ feet are wide and webbed, to make it easier to swim. Ruffled grouse have feet that help it walk on snow.

Insect-eating birds have feet that can grasp twigs, while large birds — the ones that hunt for meat — have sharp talons at the end of their feet for capturing prey.

A hummingbird’s wingspan is

around 3 inches, while the marabou stork’s wingspan is about 12 feet.

Some birds build nests underground, while the nest of the Australian malleefowl is taller than you. Pigeons are non-native; they were imported from Europe. Sparrows came from Europe, Africa, Great Britain, and Asia. And if you want to help birds, then volunteer — learn more inside this book.

So now who’s the birdbrain? Not your youngster. Not your curious future ornithologist, especially when you put “Birdology” in her hands.

From bird anatomy to habitat and volunteer opportunities, children will find a good overview of birds and bird watching in this book, in terms that challenge them but won’t frustrate them. Author Monica Russo and photographer Kevin Byron don’t overwhelm their readers but they do include activities, a glossary, and resources; parents and grandparents will be happy to note the authors urge a look-don’t-touch bird watching method, so kids can enjoy this hobby safely.

This is a great book for naturalists and bird watchers to share with a 7-to-12-year-old who wants to know what the feathered fuss is all about.

Once you’ve got “Birdology,” you’ll both be singing its praises.

Terri Schlichenmeyer is a book reviewer from West Salem, Wis. She may be contacted at bookwormsez@ yahoo.com.

ertown Township Public Library is open from 2 to 6 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday; from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday; and from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. The library has computers for patron usage, as well as copier, scanning and fax services. Call 815659-3283 for information.

(The fax number is the same as the phone number.)

PERU — The Peru Public Library will offer basic instruction on using a computer, email or the Internet. During twice a month sessions, patrons can schedule times to learn computer basics.

Tuesdays with Computers is every first and third Tuesdays from January to April, between 10 and 11 a.m. Call to schedule a session; walk-ins welcome as space allows.

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

HENNEPIN – Preschool Story times are at 2 p.m. every Tuesday and at 10:30 a.m. every Friday.

Join the library for stories, crafts, games and more.

This program is ideal for children ages 3, 4 and 5 years of age.

After school activities take place from 4 to 5 p.m. most Thursdays for children in early elementary school. Come to the Hennepin Library for stories and related crafts,

activities and games.

STANDARD — Come to the Standard Branch Library, located within the Putnam County Community Center, at 6:30 p.m.

Monday, March 16, to see the presentation, “The Archaeology of Disaster.”

GRANVILLE – Join the Granville Library for stories and crafts each week. The preschool program is ideal for children ages 3, 4 and 5 years old. The more, the merrier – bring friends as it is held at 10 a.m. every Tuesday morning.

The Granville Favorites Club meets the second Wednesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at the Granville Library. Each month the group meets to discuss favorite and not-so-favorite titles participants have read.

At 10 a.m. on Thursdays, the library hosts a 30-minute children’s program of stories and songs.

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

MCNABB – Come to the McNabb Branch Library at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 18, for music of the French in Illinois with “French Creole Fiddle and Tales from the Illinois Country” performed by Dennis Stroughmatt.

At 10 a.m. every Saturday, the McNabb Branch Library hosts a children’s program for early elementary school children.

March will be filled with projects that include musical instruments, wacky science experiments and awesome art projects.

Preschool story times are ideal for children ages 3, 4 and 5 years old, with adult participation. Enjoy stories and make a small craft to take home at 11 a.m. Saturdays.

BCGS is now affiliated with FamilySearch PRINCETON — The Bureau County Genealogical Society is reminding the public that it is a FamilySearch affiliate library.

The designation means library patrons will have greater and more convenient access to the wealth of genealogical resources available through FamilySearch.

FamilySearch is the world’s largest repository of free genealogical records and manages the famous Family History Library in Salt Lake City, Utah. It has amassed billions of birth, marriage, death, census, land, and court records of genealogical significance from over 130 countries.

FamilySearch is extending access to its collections by circulating microfilms of the historic records through select public libraries. The Bureau County Genealogical Society is now one of those libraries. It is a priceless resource for local residents interested in discovering their fam-

ily trees.

Since only a small portion (less than 5 percent) of the world’s genealogical records are online, researchers can easily access FamilySearch’s extensive collection by traveling no farther than the BCGS Library at 629 S. Main St. in Princeton.

There is a nominal fee payable to FamilySearch to cover rental and mailing when ordering a microfilm. Patrons can search the Family History Library Catalog online at http://www.FamilySearch.org to see what records are available.

Orders must be placed from home using a credit card. Once the film arrives at BCGS, patrons will use the microfilm readers there to view it.

Assistance will be available from the library’s staff.

For more information, call the Bureau County Genealogical Society at 815-879-3133 or 815-3037386, or email questions to bureaucounty@gmail. com.

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Top of the morning to all the Irish. It seems we’re all Irish when St. Patrick’s Day comes around. Here are a few recipes that are sure to make you even more Irish.

Best-ever Potato Soup 6 bacon strips, diced 3 cups cubed peeled potatoes 1 14 1/2-ounce can chicken broth 1 small carrot, grated 1/2 cup chopped onion 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes 1/2 teaspoon celery seed 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 3 tablespoons flour 3 cups milk 8 ounces process cheese (Velveeta) cubed 2 green onions thinly sliced, optional In a large saucepan, cook bacon until crisp; drain. Add potatoes, broth, carrot, onion, parsley, celery seed salt and pepper. Cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. Combine flour and milk until smooth, add to soup. Bring to a boil; boil and stir for 2 minutes. Add cheese. Stir until cheese is melted and the soup is heated through. Garnish with green onion if desired. Serves 8.

Glazed Corned Beef 1 corned beef brisket (3 to 4 pounds) trimmed 1 medium onion, sliced 1 celery rib, sliced 1/4 cup butter, cubed 1 cup packed brown sugar 2/3 cup ketchup 1/3 cup white vinegar 2 tablespoons prepared mustard 2 teaspoons prepared horseradish Place corned beef and contents of seasoning packet in a Dutch oven, cover with water. Add onion and celery, bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 2 1/2 hours or until meat is tender. Drain and discard liquid and vegetables. Place beef on a greased rack in a shallow roasting pan. Set aside. In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Cook and stir until sugar is dissolved. Brush over beef.

Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25 minutes.

Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.

Serves 12.

Slow-Cooked Cabbage Rolls

Irish Soda Bread Muffins

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided 1 large head cabbage 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 egg, beaten 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 8-ounce can tomato sauce 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 3/4 cup quick cooking rice 1 teaspoon caraway seeds 1/2 cup chopped green pepper 1 egg 1/2 cup crushed saltine crackers (about 1 cup buttermilk 15 crackers) 1/4 cup butter, melted 1 onion soup mix 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef 3/4 cup dried currants or raisins 1 46-ounce can V8 juice In a large bowl, combine the flour, Salt to taste 1/2 cup sugar, baking powder, salt, bakGrated Parmesan cheese, optional ing soda and caraway seeds. In another Cook cabbage in boiling water just until bowl, beat the egg, buttermilk, butter leaves fall off head. Set aside 12 large and oil. Stir into dry ingredients just until leaves for rolls. Drain well. Refrigerate moistened. Fold in currants or raisins. remaining cabbage for another use. Cut out the thick vein from the bottom of each reserved leaf, making a V-shaped cut; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the egg, tomato sauce, rice, green pepper, cracker crumbs and soup mix. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Place about 1/3 cup meat mixture on each cabbage leaf, overlap cut ends of leaf.

Fold in sides, beginning from the cut end. Roll in sides, beginning from the cut end. Roll up completely to enclose filling. Secure with toothpick. Place cabbage rolls in a 3-quart slow cooker. Pour V8 juice over rolls. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or until filling reaches 160°.

Just before serving, sprinkle with salt and cheese if desired. Serves 6.

Judy Dyke

Fill greased muffin cups 3/4 full. Sprinkle with remaining sugar. Bake at 400° for 15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to wire rack. Serve warm.

Makes 1 dozen.

If you need to reach me, you can email me at judyd2313@frontier.com or drop a line to my attention to the BCR, P.O. Box 340, Princeton, IL 61356.

Corned Beef and Cabbage 1 medium onion, cut into wedges 4 large red potatoes, quartered 1 pound baby carrots 3 cups water 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 bay leaf 2 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons cider vinegar 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 corned beef brisket with spice packet (2 1/2 to 3 pounds) cut in half 1 small head cabbage, cut into wedges Place the onion, potatoes and carrots in a 5-quart slow cooker. Combine the water, garlic, bay lead, sugar, vinegar, pepper and contents of spice packet, pour over vegetables. Top with brisket and cabbage. Cover and cook on low for 8 to 9 hours or until meat and vegetables are tender. Remove bay leaf before serving. Serves 6 to 8.

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Senior Spotlight Ben Garland

Name: Ben Garland Hometown: Lostant.

Family: Ryan, Trisha, Sam, Grace.

Sports: Wrestling.

Favorite sport and why: Wrestling, it is the hardest sport in high school.

Favorite food and where to get it: Peanut butter sandwich at home.

Likes: Games, watching movies, hanging with friends.

Dislikes: Mushrooms.

Person with the greatest influence on my athletic career and why: My coach,

Jerry Kriewald, because he pushes me to do better.

The last song I listened to was: “Dirt Road” by Kip Moore.

I stay home to watch: Netflix.

When I need luck for a big game, I: Listen to music.

The funniest person I’ve ever met (and why): Lucas Foockle because he is hilarious.

Most unforgettable moment: The trips to Iowa at the end of the season.

What I would like to do in life: Army.

Three words that best describe me: Mostly overweight.

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Ben Garland says his favorite sport is wrestling, because “it is the hardest sport in high school.

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LPYFL sign-ups PERU — The LaSalle-Peru Youth Football League is holding registration from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 19 and Tuesday, March 24 at the Illinois Valley YMCA. The registration fee is $100 per player.

The league is open to grades 2-8 for the upcoming school year. Games begin Aug. 15.

Registration may also be done online at www.lpyfl.net. For more information, call LPYFL president Dave Carey at 630551-5068.

Whitetails Unlimited PRINCETON — The Whitetails Unlimited Illinois Valley Banquet will be held Friday, March 20 at Wise Guys Bar and Grill in Princeton.

This event will feature a meat and fish buffet, auction and prizes with a wide array of products, including firearms, outfitter packages, hunting and outdoor related equipment, artwork and collectibles.

The social hour begins at 5 p.m. with dinner at 7 p.m. Tickets are $45 each, $20 for a spouse or children 15 and under.

Ticket deadline is Friday, March 13 and tickets will not be sold at the door. To order tickets, call Bob Stevens at 815646-4146.

PYBSL sign-ups PRINCETON — Princeton Youth Baseball and Softball, in partnership with the Princeton Optimist Club, will offer a spe-

cial viewing of ‘The Sandlot’ at 10 a.m.

Saturday, March 14, at the Apollo Theatre. To receive your free movie ticket for ‘The Sandlot’, you must register for the 2015 baseball/softball season from 8 to 10 a.m. Saturday, March 14, at the Prouty Building.

Registration will also be taken from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 18, or from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 21 at the Prouty Building.

PYBSL is affiliated with the Western Bureau Valley League, including Annawan, Buda-Sheffield, LaMoille, Ohio, Walnut and Tampico.

SBA softball fish fry PERU — The St Bede softball team is holding a fish fry from 4:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, March 13 at the LaSalle VFW. Tickets are $8 and includes fish, fries, coleslaw, bread and dessert table. Drinks can be purchased. There will also be raffles and prizes. Proceeds go to the softball team.

AAU tryouts STERLING — Tryouts for Sauk Valley Magic AAU basketball will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday, March 15, at Westwood Sporting Complex in Sterling for boys and girls grades 7-11, and unsigned seniors. The Magic features players looking to pursue playing college ball, or just wanting to be a really good high school player. Cost for new players to tryout is $25 (which includes a T-shirt) while returning players tryout cost is $15 (also includes a T-shirt).

Lori’s Walleye Run SPRING VALLEY — The 29th annual Walleye 5K, now known as Lori’s Walleye Run in memory of longtime booster Lori Guerrini, will be held Saturday, March 25.

The race will start at 9 a.m. at Hall High School.

There are 12 age divisions for both male and female runners with awards going to the top three in each division along with the top finishers from Spring Valley. Walkers are welcome.

Entry fee is $20 until race day and $25 on race day. Checks may be made payable to Spring Valley Walleye Club and sent to Penny Wager, 3100 Illinois Highway 89, Spring Valley, Ill. 61362.

For more information, call 815-6641707.

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

Cost is $20. To participate, call coach/ athletic director Jesse Brandt at 815-8753308 or send a check payable to PHS Basketball at 103 S. Euclid Ave., Princeton, IL 61356.

Event, the Rumble for the Kids, will be Saturday, April 25, at Logan Junior High School in Princeton. Proceeds will benefit PES Plays. Cost is $10 per ticket.

For more information, contact ServiceMaster DSI at 815-879-4411 or WZOE Radio at 815-875-8014 or visit their Facebook page.

Golf outing STERLING — Hospice of the Rock River Valley will host its 13th annual Memorial Golf Outing, benefiting compassionate, quality Hospice care for the terminally ill and honoring the memory of our loved ones. The golf outing will be June 26 at Emerald Hill Golf Course, Sterling.

For more information, call 815-2883673.

Youth dodgeball PRINCETON — The Bureau County Metro Center will host a youth dodgeball league for Grades 1-6 on Fridays. Call the Met at 815-872-0840 for more information for all park district programs.

Adult volleyball PRINCETON — A recreational adult volleyball league will be held at the Bureau County Metro Center on Sundays.

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