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PRINCETON — It was time to get down to business with the new Princeton Business District. On Monday, March 16, after a nearly one-hour closed session, where the Princeton City Council disappeared into their chambers for private discussion, the subject matter turned to the recently proposed business district. The business district
ordinance was passed with Mayor Keith Cain, commissioners Ray Swanson and Bob Warren voting yes. Commissioners Joel Quiram and Ray Mabry voted no. This ordinance implements a 1 percent increase in sales tax within the geographically designated business district area and approves a developmental plan for the district. The business district stretches on the west side of Main Street from Interstate 80 to Backbone Road.
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Nationwide trend discovered at Metro Center By Zita Henneberry zhenneberry@bcrnews.com
PRINCETON — An alarming nationwide trend has surfaced in Bureau County. During the Princeton Park Board meeting Monday, March 16, Elaine Russell, executive director, presented a video which had recently been brought to her attention. The video demonstrated a weekend incident at the Bureau County Metro Center. In the video, a young girl sprayed perfume onto a toilet seat before lighting the perfume on fire. Afterward the pre-teen then went through the same
process on her own hand. “Most importantly in this incident is the young person was not harmed,” Russell said. Once she addressed the issue with the girl’s mother, Russell immediately contacted the schools and Princeton Police. She said, “It is important for public buildings such as the Metro Center to be aggressive in making sure that parents, school administrators and the police are aware of these incidents.” Russell explained the danger in these situations is that young people may not be aware of the poten-
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Salute to Ag draws upwards of 200 people Keynote speaker Harold Steele, a longtime farmer and agriculture advocate of Dover, addressed the nearly 200 people in attendance at the Princeton Chamber of Commerce’s Salute to Ag event, held Wednesday, March 18, at the Bureau County Metro Center. This inaugural event to highlight agriculture in the area drew farmers, FFA members from Princeton High School, Bureau Valley High School and LaMoille High School, agriculture-related business people, ag supporters and more. The event was sponsored by Country Financial representatives. See more Salute to Ag photos in Saturday’s Bureau County Republican.
Spring Valley honors Terry Thompson By Goldie Currie gcurrie@bcrnews.com
SPRING VALLEY — A longtime local pharmacist was recognized for his business contribution to Year 169 No. 34 Two Sections - 32 Pages
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Spring Valley at the Monday, March 16, city council meeting. Mayor Walt Marini presented a special plaque of recognition to Terry Thompson, owner of the former Thompson Rexall
Drug Co. The store opened in Spring Valley in 1885, before the city was officially incorporated in 1886. On Oct. 29, 2014, after 129 years of service,
Thompson closed the doors to the pharmacy. He represents five generations of family pharmacists who operated the drug store. “I think there are very few businesses in the
state or nation that can boast that kind of history,” Marini said on Monday. He continued by saying the business’ success was based on personal service, professional integrity and
community involvement. “I wonder over the 129 years, how many boys and girls and young men and women wore the Thompson name on the back
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90 years old ... and still playing strong Doris Bohm has been playing the piano at her church for 70 years By Goldie Currie gcurrie@bcrnews.com
KASBEER — Local pianist Doris Bohm has fingers that have touched the hearts of many. The Kasbeer Community Church accompanist, who turns 90 on Monday, March 23, has been playing in tune to the hymns sung within the walls of her church for 70 years. “I think music is one way to praise the Lord and to accompany the singing,” she said. “God has blessed me in so many ways. I’m thankful that He has allowed me to serve Him through music for all these years.” Bohm was first introduced to the piano by her mother, who taught her first lessons in the 1930s. Back then, the family had a piano they kept in their parlor. During the winter, when that area of the house was closed off in attempt to save heat in the home, Bohm would put on her sweater and jacket and go out to the parlor to practice the piano until her fingers grew numb. Once Bohm’s mother felt she had taught her daughter everything she could, she sent her to piano lessons with a teacher in Walnut. “It was during the Depression years, and I’m just thankful my parents were willing to spend the money and time to give me lessons because those were hard times,” Bohm said.
In the early ‘40s, Bohm began publicly playing piano for youth groups at her church. Not many years later, after she was married, she was asked to accompany the music sung during church services. Bohm will quickly note, however, that she did not play 70 years consecutively for the church. She did have to take time off when she was caring for her children. No matter how much time Bohm took for her personal life, she always found her way back to the piano bench and playing for services. “I’ve enjoyed some of the contemporary choruses we sang for a while, and they were a bit of a challenge to learn to play. But I enjoy playing the old hymns and thankful I can still play them today,” she said. As Bohm talks about playing for her church, one can’t deny the strong connection she has to the Kasbeer Community Church. It’s the church she grew up going to, where she met her husband, got married in, dedicated her children to and watched three daughters be married in. “This church really does mean a lot to me,” she said. Perhaps, her connection to the church is what motivates her to continue playing even today. Looking into the future, Bohm said she plans to play for the church as long as she physically can. While her fingers aren’t as
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Doris Bohm, accompanist of Kasbeer Community Church, will celebrate her 90th birthday on Monday, March 23. Through her milestone birthday, it will also mark 70 years Bohm has been sharing her talent of piano playing for the members of her church. fast as they once were, she humbly notes they are still faster than her feet. Bohm’s family and friends have planned a special luncheon to celebrate her milestone birthday at Kasbeer Community Church on Saturday, March 21. Comment on this story at www.bcrnews.com.
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Bids opened; review necessary Walnut considers garbage bids By Nita Wyatt news@bcrnews.com
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Spring Valley Mayor Walt Marini (left) presents a plaque of recognition to Terry Thompson, former owner of Thompson Rexall Drug Co., which closed its doors in October after 129 years of service to the Spring Valley community.
Spring Valley From Page 1 of their sports jerseys. I know they sponsored a lot of teams,” Marini said. “Terry and his family have touched the lives of many people and in many ways throughout time. We are grateful for their contribution to the longevity and history of Spring Valley.” As Thompson accepted his plaque, aldermen and members of the audience at Monday’s meeting stood and applauded. Thompson expressed humble appreciation. “I doubt that 129 years ago when my great-great-grandfather moved the store from Ottawa to Spring Valley, he ever thought it would still be going as long as it did. We are very fortunate to have served the people of Spring Valley,” he said. “I wish it was going on for another generation, but it can’t happen. So, it’s just the
way it is.” As previously reported in the BCR, Thompson’s great-great-grandfather started the pharmacy business in Ottawa in 1836 before moving it to Spring Valley in 1885. The pharmacy remained in the same location in downtown Spring Valley until its move in 1900. Thompson had been a pharmacist at the store since 1970 when he graduated from pharmacy school. Gilbert V. Thompson was the founder of the business in 1836. The second generation was Edward G. Thompson, and George H. Thompson was the third generation pharmacist. Edward G. Thompson (Terry’s father) and Dean W. Thompson (Terry’s uncle) were the fourth generation of Thompsons to be pharmacists at the business, while Terry Thompson is the fifth generation. Comment on this story at www.bcrnews.com.
WALNUT — Garbage was on the agenda of the Walnut Village Board meeting, held Monday, March 16. The board received and opened three sealed bids for the village’s new garbage contract. Previously, a notice had been published requesting sealed bids for a new garbage contract to begin on May 1. Three companies provided sealed bids. Those companies were Illinois Valley Waste Services, Princeton; Moring Disposal Inc., Rock Falls, and Republic Services, Dixon. Illinois Valley Waste Services and Moring Disposal were represented at the meeting to witness the opening of the bids. Republic Services is the current provider of garbage service for Walnut. Acting Walnut Board President Dennis Grobe opened the bids. Each bid was for the new contract to begin on May 1 and end on April 30, 2018. The sealed bids were for the following amounts: Illi-
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before construction can begin. VonHolten further stated a zoning board meeting is set for 7 p.m. Thursday, March 19, at the Bureau County Courthouse to discuss and possibly approve this new process. His purpose in bringing this information to the board was to inform them and to possibly request that a member of the board attend this meeting, or send a letter asking for clarification of the county’s intention. Currently the Village of Walnut has an ordinance in place regarding wind turbines within the village and also within one and one-half miles of the village town limits. That one and one-half miles would be within the county jurisdiction. The board agreed to contact the local county board member, Heather Thacker, and discuss this procedure change with her. Also, one or more board members will make every effort to attend the zoning board meeting. Superintendent Carl Minks stated there are some issues with the village water filtration. Minks requested an inspection be done of the water filter. This inspection would need to
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nois Valley Waste Services - $330,104; Republic Services - $229,891; and Moring Disposal - $262,424. These numbers are for the entire three-year period and include incremental increases for the second and third years. After opening and reading the bids, a motion was made to have the opened bids reviewed thoroughly by the garbage committee with a recommendation being presented to the entire board at its April 6 meeting. This motion was approved, and action will be taken on the new garbage contract at that April meeting. Village resident Ron VonHolten requested and received permission to address the board regarding possible action to be taken by the Bureau County Board regarding the county’s procedures for approving the construction of wind turbines. VonHolten stated he had gained information the process for approval of this type of construction may be reduced to a simple application rather than the current multi-step process. The current process allows for neighbors to be notified if a wind turbine is being built and also allows complaints to be registered
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District From Page 1 Based on the initial projections, there is an anticipated $100,000 per year of revenue from the 1 percent sales tax on the four businesses in the district, said Princeton City Manager Jeff Clawson. Based on these very early estimates, it would amount to about $2.3 million because this ordinance is set up by state statute for 23 years. Of that $2.3 million, $700,000 is projected in incentives, he explained. Warren said with the building having sat empty for the last 15 years, obviously what the city has been doing isn’t working. Although Wendy’s has now agreed to the business district, Tractor Supply is still not on board with this, said Quiram. “I can’t see where we can force an existing business to collect an additional 1 percent tax if they don’t want to ... We’re here to protect the businesses that we have ... If they’re against it, I’m against it.” Cain recalled that Quiram had previously supported the possible Home Rule form of government, which would have raised gas prices by 1-3 cents. Cain said it’s the same concept; it would have still been a another tax on a business and the people of this town. Quiram countered Cain’s argument and said
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that tax would have been directed toward Princeton’s infrastructure, and all of Princeton would have benefited from it. “The problem is that area has been vacant for over 15 years now; we haven’t done a thing to increase the economic value of that property. We have to try something,” said Warren. “We do know that there is most likely an almost eminent sale of the (old) Sullivan’s building ... Now there’s some economic development there, and they’re not asking for a penny from us,” said Quiram. “They’re also not generating sales tax either,” said Warren. It was recently presented at the planning commission meeting that St. Margret’s will be coming into town, said Mabry. They’re going to be doing a lot of great things to the building and to the parking lot, all at their own expense. Mabry said with one of the large vacant buildings filled without any incentives used, the business district does not seem necessary at this point in time. “You still have threefourths of a building empty out there,” said Warren. “Getting a hospital in the (old) Sullivan’s building is a different animal than getting retail,” said Scott Stinson of Central Realty.
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He said Central Realty has worked with the owners to manage the old Walmart building for the last 15 years. As a manager of about 25 shopping centers throughout the Midwest, he said the issue in Princeton is the loss of sales and deficiencies in certain areas of business, such as retail. Sales are no longer high enough to support the population of Princeton in areas like apparel, he said. With this tool in
place, Stinson said the city could bring people back into Princeton and make the economics work. Tractor Supply District Manager Marty Terselic said a store coming into the business district area would be coming in at an automatic competitive disadvantage. “When you’re talking about bringing possible retailers, possible, clothing stores, sporting goods stores or grocery stores, the possibilities are there,
but we are there. We already exist, and we’ve been paying tax in this town for 43 years.” Tractor Supply would be placed at a disadvantage with this tax, said Terselic, adding TSC is a large company and is not going to fold because of a 1 percent sales tax. While Terselic said the store has a loyal customer base, those customers need to be taken into consideration too. “We love it here. We
have serviced the community honorably, faithfully, for 43 years; we should get some kind of consideration, and so should the people that shop at the store. This has more to do with them than us. We aren’t going to pay the 1 percent. They are. We have an obligation to fight for them as well,” said Terselic. After other comments and concerns voiced by local business owners and citizens, the business district conversation was drawing to a close. “This has been a very hard decision and I think we’ve all had different opinions and different ways that we want to see this city go. I think we need to look at both big box and little. I think it’s just a part of life; it makes the world go round. We need sales tax money also,” said Swanson. “I just think in the last several years, we’ve seen no development. We’ve got, of course, in the business district the empty (old) Walmart building, where yes, TSC is in, and they’ve been a great store to have within the community. And they are appreciated, but at the same point, we have to look at these other options and ways to create some growth to make growth happen. We have to look at incentives in all different directions in order to move forward.” Comment on this story at www.bcrnews.com.
selves on fire. Immediately after doing this, they then attempt to smother the flames by patting the fire out or jumping into a pool or shower. These individuals are venturing into an area that’s very harmful,
said Princeton Police Chief Tom Root, adding the potential danger to themselves and to others around them needs to be taken into consideration. “My reasoning for presenting this to the board was so they can support
our efforts to make our community aware of such issues and share with the community our dedication in protecting their children,” said Russell. “The Metro Center is a great place for our youth to hang out, and I want to
assure everyone that we are diligent in watching out for any and all behavior that is not acceptable, while still allowing them to be young and have fun,” she said. Comment on this story at www.bcrnews.com.
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Scott Stinson of Central Realty addressed the board to convey the benefits of a Princeton business district. Through Central Realty, Stinson has worked to manage the building located between Tractor Supply and The Closet for over the last decade. As a manager of about 25 shopping centers in similar sized towns throughout the Midwest, Stinson said the sales in certain areas have dropped too low to support the population of Princeton. With the business district tool in place, he said, the council could help to bring people back to Princeton.
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CHERRY — The Rev. Donald Edward McClintock, 91, of Cherry, entered into the presence of The Lord on Sunday, March 15, 2015, in the LaSalle Veterans Home. He was born on Sept. 23, 1923, in Joliet to Lawrence and Grace (Cornell) McClintock. He was a graduate of Joliet Township High School and Bob Jones University in Greenville, S.C. He had served in the U.S. Army from 1943 to 1946 in World War II in the Pacific Theatre as a chaplain’s assistant. He married Jane Eungard on May 18, 1951, Rev. Donald McClintock in Joliet. He was the director of the Servicemen’s Center in Washington, D.C., from 1952 to 1953; pastor of the Oglesby Union Church from 1953 to 1974; pastor of Immanuel Mennonite Church in Downey, Calif., from 1974 to 1977; pastor of Norwood Heights Evangelical Congregational Church from 1977 to 1982; pastor of the Evangelical Congregational Church in Highland Park from 1982 to 1984; pastor of the Evangelical Congregational Church in Dakota, Ill., from 1984 to 1992; he then retired and served various churches throughout Bureau County as interim pastor. He was a member of the First Congregational Church of Peru; he was an accomplished musician having written several musical cantatas, he originated Melody Time radio program on WLPO in 1954 from the Oglesby Union Church. He is survived by his wife, Jane McClintock of Peru; his daughter, Sonnie (Jeff) Whittington of Peru; his son, David (Angie) McClintock of Downey, Calif.; five grandchildren, Ryan, Aaron and Molly Whittington, and Amy and Jenny McClintock; two sisters, Ramona (Lloyd) Daniels of Aurora and Rebecca (Charles) Harris of New Lennox; and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, David McClintock; and his sister, Virginia Roberts. Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 21, in the First Congregational Church of Peru with the Rev. Dale Pederson officiating. Interment will follow in the Peru City Cemetery with military honors. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, March 20, in the Fiocchi Funeral Home, Cherry, and from 9 a.m. until the time of services Saturday in the church. Memorials may be directed to the Horizon House or the Kids Klub in Malden.
CHEROKEE VILLAGE, Ark. — Floyd King was born in Hillsboro, Ill., on Dec. 27, 1918, the son of Walter and Chloe Wright King. He passed away at the age of 96 on Monday, March 16, 2015, at EagleCrest Nursing and Rehab Center in Ash Flat, Ark. He attended Hillsboro High School and then Illinois State University in Normal, where he received both a Bachelor of Science and master’s degree. He also earned a second master’s degree from the University of Missouri in Columbia. Floyd married Caroline Rose Homann in June 1942 while serving in the U.S. Naval Air Corps. He served on two different carriers as a fighter pilot and was in the military service until 1945. He was in Japan at the time of the Peace signing ceremony. After his Navy career, Floyd was hired as a biology and driver’s education teacher for Hall High School in Spring Valley, where he spent his entire teaching career of 34 years. He resided in Bureau, Princeton and Spring Valley over the years and eventually retired to Cherokee Village, Ark., where he and his wife Rose lived for 34 years. During his teaching years, he made the decision to purchase the Hall High School Bus Company and provide the bus service for the high school. He not only delivered students to and from school from many of the surrounding towns but also transported the students to sports events for the Hall High athletic department. During the summers he chartered the buses for local sports fans so they could attend the Cubs and Sox baseball games in Chicago. The bus company was a very important part of his life as was his biology and driver’s ed teaching. Floyd was active in the communities where he resided — church, VFW, American Legion, Elks and various gun clubs. He was also an active golfer, fisherman and hunter — taking great pride in training his own hunting dogs. Upon his retirement to Cherokee Village in 1980, he continued his active life in church, community, sports and card groups. He was known as “King of the Hill” in his hilltop home area. He really enjoyed people and visiting with them, especially the coffee klatch group. He was a member of Peace Lutheran Church in The Village. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Rose, of 72 years on March 8, 2014; his parents; one sister, Helen; and three brothers, Harold, Robert and Donald, all from the Hillsboro, Ill., area. Survivors include a daughter, Carol Carlson of The Woodlands, Texas; three sons, Bruce and wife, Kathy, of North Richland Hills, Texas, Jeffrey and his wife, Dixie, of Happy Valley, Ore., and Bill of Houston, Texas; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and a host of other relatives and friends. Floyd will be missed by so many; he was a truly remarkable man — respected and loved. The family will have a memorial service at 11 a.m. Monday, March 30, at Peace Lutheran Church with Pastor Brian Pummill officiating. Interment will follow in Peace Memorial Garden at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations are encouraged to Peace Lutheran Church and Cherokee Village Senior Citizens Center. Arrangements are with Tri-County Funeral Home of Highland, Ark.
PRINCETON — Nellie Jane McKee, 89, of rural Princeton died at 9:45 a.m. Saturday, March 14, 2015, at Colonial HealthCare and Rehabilitation Centre in Princeton. Born May 19, 1925, in DeKalb to Stanley and Altha Moore Sutton, she married Francis McKee Feb. 10, 1946, at the Peru Congregational Church. He preceded her in death on April 4, 2002. Nellie McKee She was a member of the Seatonville Congregational Church (Independent) for 50 years and for the past 12 years was a member of the Shooting Park Road Baptist Church. Survivors include her son, Gary (Vicky) McKee of Malden; a son-in-law, Dave Jensen of Sheffield; eight grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by two sons, Richard McKee and one in infancy; one daughter, LuAnn Jensen; one brother; and one sister. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 21, at the Shooting Park Road Baptist Church with her son, Pastor Gary McKee, officiating. Burial will follow at Valley Memorial Park. Visitation will be held from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 21, at the church. Memorials can be made to the Shooting Park Road Baptist Church Building Fund. The Barto Funeral Home in Spring Valley is assisting with the arrangements.
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PRINCETON — Arthur E. Leiner, 44, of Princeton, formerly of Gilman, died at 1:58 a.m. Monday, March 16, 2015, at Perry Memorial Hospital in Princeton. He was born July 29, 1970, in Oak Lawn to Robert and Barbara (Orseske) Leiner. He was a 1988 graduate of Oak Lawn Community High School. He was the owner and operator of Leiner Automotive Arthur Leiner in Gilman, and worked for Ag View FS in Buda. He was a member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Oak Lawn. Surviving are his mother, Barbara Leiner of Oak Lawn; and a daughter, Ashley O’Donnell of Tinley Park. He was preceded in death by his father and a sister, Margaret Leiner. Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, March 20, in the Grant-Johnson Funeral Home, Princeton, with Pastor Norman Femrite officiating. Inurnment will be at a later date. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 19, at the funeral home. Memorials may be directed to Cancer Care in Peoria and Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Oak Lawn.
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TAMPICO — Bruce Dexter, 61, of Tampico, formerly of Walnut, died Friday, Oct. 10, 2014, at Liberty Village in Princeton. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 24, at Riverside Cemetery in Sterling with the Rev. Brian Moore, pastor of the First Christian Church of Walnut, officiating. The Garland Funeral Home in Walnut is handling arrangements.
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TISKILWA — John “Jack” Silver Menerey, 87, of Tiskilwa died at 3:26 a.m. Monday, March 16, 2015, in Liberty Village in Princeton. He was born Aug. 17, 1927, to Lorence John and Faye (Silver) Menerey. He was a retired Teamster with Local 722. He served with the U.S. Navy as a Seabee, after he enlisted at age of 17 in 1944. He received his basic training at the Great Lakes Naval Training Center and was then stationed in the Philippines. In his later years, he enjoyed farming and hanging out at his John Menerey buddy Delmar’s shop. He is survived by one daughter, Monafae (Larry) Menerey Scriba; four sons, John (Diana) Menerey, Larry Menerey, Joe (Cathy) Menerey and Mike (Tami) Menerey; 13 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; and his second wife, Connie Menerey, and her children and grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; two infant children; one daughter, Dee Marlene in 1973 at the age of 7; his first wife, Betty Jane Petersen in October 2014; and his Yorkie, Princess Joey. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, March 21, in the Norberg Memorial Home in Princeton with Deacon John Murphy officiating. Private family burial will be in Mount Bloom Cemetery, Tiskilwa. Visitation will be from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Saturday, March 21, in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials may be directed to St. Jude Children’s Hospital or American Lung Association. Online condolences may be viewed and remembrances shared at www.hurstfuneralhomes.com.
WALNUT — Mildred E. Lubbs Hollingsworth, 86, of Walnut died Tuesday, March 17, 2015, at Serenity Hospice in Oregon, Ill. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Friday, March 20, at the Garland Funeral Home, Walnut, with the Rev. Judy Giese of the Red Oak United Methodist Church officiating. Burial will be in the Walnut Cemetery. VisiLASALLE – The Illinois State Police (ISP) announced tation will be one hour prior to the service. Cremation the results of a roadside safety check (RSC) held during rites were accorded. the late evening hours of Saturday, March 14, and the early morning hours of Sunday, March 15. The detail was conducted at Route 251 at North 25th BRADFORD — Nancy Ann Ewing, 78, of rural Bradford Road by ISP District 17 troopers. The following citations were issued at the safety check: died Monday, March 16, 2015. Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 21, at the Three written warnings for registration offenses; three Leet Memorial United Methodist Church in Bradford citations for driver’s license offenses; two citations for with the Rev. Amy Holman officiating. Burial will be in occupant restraint offenses; one arrest for driving under the influence; one arrest for other alcohol/drug violathe Bradford Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, March 20, at tions. There were 10 total citations/arrests made during this the Grant-Johnson Funeral Home in Bradford and one hour prior to services at church on Saturday, March 21. RSC and 19 written warnings total.
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A welcoming and a win ... The Irish upbringing “Céad míle fáílte.” The phrase hung on the front door of my childhood home. I never knew what it meant, but I loved to trace the words on the beautiful brass plate with my index finger. I would stand there holding open the door for anyone and everyone who came through while staring at this foreign little COMMENTARY phrase. The plaque was so beautiful to me, but I never really knew why or what drew me to it. My young eyes could just make out the words engraved into the center of a wide array of almost magically woven golden Celtic knots. I’ve come to find out, “Céad míle fáílte” means, “One hundred thousand welcomes.” And suddenly, my childhood makes a little more sense. I held the door for whomever came or went out of family duty and respect. I’d stand there, tracing the words, which would one day be engraved in my mind and in my morality. Simply put, I was learning Irish hospitality. I was learning an ancient custom without even realizing the lessons taking place. There were a few unspoken rules in my house growing up, and hospitality was one of them. After years of reflection, I’ve come to realize just how “Irish” my upbringing was. I can still hear the constant run of life lessons, always set on replay in my mind, “It’s not worth doing if you don’t give it your all;” “stillness is laziness;” “close the door and don’t let the heat out;” “don’t be wasteful;” “never ever let the fire go out on your watch (that’s just plain laziness);” “always cheer for the underdog;” “everyone and everything has a story;” and of course, “if you’re going to fight, you had better win.” My grandfather, the life-long art teacher had a school yard philosophy slightly different than those of his peers. The man had come here from Ireland as a boy, and it was his belief that two kids looked a lot less brave, heroic, or admirable with a black eye or bloody lip. Apparently, he found it was better to turn his back on a fight breaking out just long enough to let the kids get a few throws. If they’re willing to throw a punch over it, they had better find out whether or not it was worth it on their own. I was riding passenger on my way to my St. Louis School kindergarten class, when I got that talk for the first time. My dad turned to me and said, “If you’re going to get into a fight, Zita, you had better win.” Stunned at this permission to “knock someone’s lights out,” I walked into class with my head held high and tiny fists ready for anything. It wasn’t until a year later, however, that my father was forced to hold true to his words. And he did. At only 6 or 7 years old, I was mortified at what I had just done. I had picked the kid up by the collar of his shirt, spun him around and threw him down on the ground. The boy was still on the ground crying when I walked off to put myself in timeout. I still remember the shocked look on my teacher’s face, unsure how to handle the little kid tussle. It was good you stuck up for yourself, my father said, sometimes there’s no other way around it. With that being all he said on the matter, life went on; lesson learned. In a family that holds true to Irish tradition, I have learned to love the way of limericks, leprechauns and Guinness, but most of all, I love the strength of character it presents. The Irish live ready to hold open their doors and welcome in wandering strangers. Yet, they are just as ready to throw them out and throw them down. So, when you’re out looking for your pot of gold at the end of a rainbow, always remember, “Céad míle fáílte,” (at your own risk). BCR Staff Writer Zita Henneberry can be reached at zhenneberry@bcrnews.com.
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First Person Sharon Peterson City: Princeton. Where did you grow up: Hammond, Ind. Family: Two daughters, Sarah Peterson and Rebekah Johnson; and one son-in-law, Kyle Johnson. Pets: Two cats, Belle and Scout. Occupation: Bureau Valley High School librarian. What is the last song you listened to: “All about that Bass” by Meghan Trainor. What is the last book you read: “We Were Liars” by E. Lockart. What is the last television show you watched: “Downton Abbey.” If you were stranded on a deserted island and could have just one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be: Guacanachos from Kelly’s in Sterling.
If someone handed you a million dollars, how would you spend it: I would pay off my daughters’ student loans, remodel my kitchen and travel.
What is your favorite thing about the city you live in: The Princeton Public Library, of course! (closely followed by Festival 56 and the Z-Tour).
What is your favorite local restaurant: I can’t chose just one! Pizza Cellar, Los Ranchitos and Flour House.
People would be surprised to know that you: Swam on a water ballet team at Indiana University.
If you could change one thing about your town, what would it be: To correct all of the water problems in Princeton!
Considerations by Nedda I think I froze this winter, and of course, this is not good ... since cold shrinks things, and I can’t afford to lose not a fraction! Thank goodness, the warm air has wafted in, and we can all feel better. I have a dear friend who frequently talks about gratitude for things she has and the people in her life. I believe the more grateful we are, the more generous we are. I’ve noticed that grateful people are very humble and realize they will mention how their gifts came from others and other circumstances. Certainly hard work and attempting to improve ourselves help our path along. It is good for us to be with people who realize and acknowledge their roots and those who helped them along. Humility creates power and enables us to be open to new ideas, and these ideas perhaps become a
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service or invention or business that then expands to the world. Taking all the credit limits anything and eventually kills an idea. It dies with the creator. If an idea takes off, and a support system gathers to help, good management requires finding experts to help expand and develop the idea and being available to help out, but otherwise, creators need to stay out of their way. Respectfully listening to others will make life easier for all involved. Micro managing the staff or controlling all the areas of work will stifle creativity, morale and eventual loss in profit
and even the idea itself. You all have reason to ask why I write about this. In my experience and observations, so many great ideas die because ego, misinformation and lack of basic grounding in management. We all volunteer for organizations, and it can help to observe how things are working in that group and decide to get involved or not. We all have great ideas to help move things along. Some of them are lousy ideas, but at least they should be heard and considered. If not, move on. It is not a good fit for you. By the way, thank you all for volunteering. You know that is what moves the world along in a very good way. Happy spring and be kind to each other. Nedda Simon of rural Princeton can be reached at neddasimon@ ymail.com.
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A level playing field for all To the Editor, At Monday night’s Princeton City Council meeting, the council voted (3-2) to set up a “business district” in the area of the former Walmart store. This vote was preceded by a vote (also 3-2) to suspend the rules requiring a second reading of the proposal at a future council meeting. I applaud the two commissioners who voted “No.” As reported in the BCR on March 14, public discussion on this subject was to take place at council meetings on both March 16 and March 30. What’s the rush, city council? This building has been vacant for 15 years. Would it really hold up “progress” if you were to wait two more weeks before taking
this vote? Hopefully you will still be receptive to public comments at your March 30 meeting, even though it’s after the fact. I am opposed to this business district. Or, more specifically, I am for new businesses at that site and the jobs it will bring to Princeton. But I am against providing incentives to one property owner, while the small businesses who are the heart of our community are left out. It is challenging enough to be a small business owner in this day of big box stores and Internet sites. We certainly don’t need the city that we have invested in, turning its back on us. As I understand it, the developer of the former Walmart building could get up to $2 million in incentives to update that property; this would be compliments of the city and the consumer, who will pay an additional 1 percent sales tax.
Yet, small business owners who wish to update their properties are on their own. Take a walk or drive down Main Street between the railroad tracks and Warren Street and you’ll notice a number of business owners who have made improvements to their properties over the past two or three years … without having asked for incentives! These folks need to be congratulated for doing their part in improving Princeton’s business climate. Business growth is great. Incentives that play favorites are wrong. City officials that aren’t interested in listening to public comments, well, that’s inexcusable. I encourage our future city council to come up with an economic development policy that creates a level playing field for all. Lisa Stefani, owner, Princeton Pharmacy Princeton
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Program at library — The Bureau County Covered Bridge Chorus will present a musical history of the group on Tuesday. See Page 8.
Outstanding hypnotic show coming to Princeton PRINCETON — The Princeton Moose Lodge will be jumping with fun, laughter and definite foolishness as Master Hyponotist Capt. Andy excites the audience with his hilarious hypnosis show at 8 p.m. Saturday, April 4, at the Lodge, 1339 N. Euclid Ave. in Princeton. During the show ordinarily conservative audience members, and even those who aren’t so conservative, will undergo a complete transformation. The actions that Capt. Andy puts them through are hilarious to the audience members, but to the volunteers up on stage it becomes reality. Of course the pandemonium is all great fun and will
have the audience laughing nonstop from start to finish during this special appearance. The show is very unique entertainment and has been called one of the greatest shows on earth. It combines the fun of total audience participation with the incredible abilities of the mind. You will laugh and applaud for your friends and family up on stage, as you never seen them before. For instance, the quietest introvert will oftentimes becomes the brightest star. Tickets are $10. For tickets, or more information, call the Moose Lodge at 815-879-5261. Tickets will also be available the door.
retired professor of fine arts. She worked for many years as consultant in Studio Art for the Advanced Placement program of the College Board, and has exhibited her work in New York, New England, Florida and throughout the Midwest. Her recent work can be seen at danacollinsart. com.
Easter egg hunt PRINCETON — Colonial HealthCare and Rehabilitation Centre will hold its annual Easter egg hunt for area children Saturday, March 28.
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The Princeton Public Library is located at 698 E. Peru St. in Princeton. All programs at the Princeton Public Library are free and open to all. For more information on upcoming programs and on Princeton Public Library services, go to www.theprincetonlibrary.org or call 815-875-1331.
Covered Bridge Chorus will present program PRINCETON — The Bureau County Covered Bridge Chorus will present a musical history of their group at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 24, at the Princeton Public Library. The evening will combine a narrative history of their 60 years as a group combined with a selection of songs.
The Covered Bridge Chorus is based out of Princeton, but is comprised of members from many communities within the Princeton area. The group meets for rehearsal every Tuesday night in the Prouty Community Building in downtown Princeton.
The Princeton Public Library is located at 698 E. Peru St. in Princeton. All programs at the library are free and open to all. For more information on upcoming programs and on the library services, visit www. theprincetonlibrary.org or call 815875-1331.
BVHS Spanish 4 students study artists MANLIUS — For the month of January, the focus of the Spanish 4 students taught by Tina Eller at Bureau Valley High School was Spanish-speaking artists. Some artists included Pablo Picasso, Joan Miró and Antoni Gaudi from Spain, and Diego Rivera and Maria Izquierdo from Mexico. Students even chose to study photographers like Manuel Alvarez Bravo and sculptors such as Eduardo Chillida. There were four components to this unit. The students were responsible for researching their chosen artist in order to write a composition in Spanish. The composition included such facts as the birth and death of the artist, where the artist studied or learned about art, what style the artist was famous for, and some of their most important works of art. After the compositions were written, the students had to present the information to the class in the form of a visual presentation. The students also had to speak in Spanish
PRINCETON — The Bureau County 4-H is offering a beginners cake decorating workshop from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 28, at the Bureau County Extension office, 850 Thompson St., Princeton. This workshop is open to all youth ages 8-18, youth ages 5-7 may attend with an adult helper. The is free to 4-H members and $5 for non-members. Participants need to bring their own supplies. A supply list is provided at registration. To register, call 815-875-2878 or visit the office.
Fish dinner HOLLOWAYVILLE — An all-you-can-eat fried fish dinner will be served at the Hollowayville United Church of Christ from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, March 27. The menu will be baked and deep batter fried fish, baked beans, scalloped potatoes, coleslaw, dessert and bread. Coffee and lemonade will also be available. Tickets are $8 for adults, $4 for ages 7-12 and free for children under 6. The dinner is sponsored by the Men for Mission.
Breakfast planned in Buda BUDA — The Buda Fire Department and Rescue Unit will hold a breakfast from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, March 22, at the Buda Community Hall. The menu includes pancakes, sausage, and biscuits and gravy. The cost is by donation. There will be a 50/50 and raffles. Tickets for the raffles will be sold at the door.
Teens Need Teens support group SPRING VALLEY — St. Margaret’s Health is now offering a “Teens Need Teens” peer support grief group. The next meeting will be from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 24, in the hospital’s First Floor Presentation Room. This free program, coordinated by a trained, licensed clinical social worker, helps teens put their feelings into words, work through their grief, build a stronger sense of self esteem, and begin to accept what has taken place in the family. For more information, call Jennifer at 815-664-1402.
Make Someone Happy Spanish 4 students and field any questions from their classmates in Spanish. Another spoken component of the project was an interview. During another class meeting, the students pretended to be at a museum where the famous artists where exhibiting their work. Each student was asked questions in an interview style as if he or she was the artist they researched. The last part of the project was to replicate a work of art of their famous artist. Each student chose a work that they felt they could replicate by painting in watercolors, acrylics or
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Community Notes Blood drive MALDEN — 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.
Dana Collins will present program on March 26 PRINCETON — Dana Collins will present a program at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 26, at the Princeton Public Library. The program will look at the lives and extraordinary work of some great, lesser-known women painters from the Renaissance through the early 20th century. Collins is a plein-air painter and
Religion — Area churches announce upcoming activities, including Lenten services, dinners, a breakfast and a movie night. See Page 8.
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Religion Briefs Chicken and biscuit dinner MALDEN — The Malden United Methodist Church will host its annual chicken and biscuit dinner from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, April 12, at the church. The menu will consist of creamed chicken and biscuits, vegetables, gelatin salad, dessert and beverage. Tickets, which will be available at the door, are $7 for adults and $3 for ages 12 and under. Carry-outs will also be available.
Annual pancake, sausage breakfast ARLINGTON — St. Patrick’s Church in Arlington’s annual pancake and sausage breakfast will be from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, March 22, in the church hall. The menu will include pancakes, “Nuco’s” homemade sausage, eggs (made to order), toast and beverage. The cost is $6 for adults, $4 for children age 6 to 10 and free for children under 5. Carry-outs will be available.
Community coffee SHEFFIELD — The First United Church of Christ in Sheffield will host its monthly community coffee from 7 to 10 a.m. Saturday, April 4, in the UCC Parish Hall. Fresh-baked cinnamon rolls will be served.
Princeton ECC Holy Week services PRINCETON — Evangelical Covenant Church in Princeton has announced its Holy Week schedule. Services will include: Sunday, March 29 — 9 a.m. worship service (children’s choir singing); 10:20 a.m., Sunday school (classes for all ages). Thursday, April 2 — 7 p.m., Maundy Thursday Communion service. Friday, April 3 — 7 p.m., Good Friday service. Sunday, April 5 — 8:30 and 10:30 a.m., Easter worship service; no Sunday school. The church is at 24 N. Main St.
Fish fry in Ohio OHIO — A fish fry will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, March 27, at the First Lutheran Church in Ohio. The menu will include fish, potato salad, baked beans, coleslaw, dessert and beverage. Tickets are $7.50 for adults, $4 for children under 10. Carry-outs will be available by calling 815-376-7431. The church is handicap accessible.
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.
Area churches will host Lenten activities The First Presbyterian Church of Princeton will host a soup and Bible Lenten meditations at noon Thursday, March 19, and Thursday, March 26, in fellowship hall. The church, located at the corner of Park Avenue East and Euclid Avenue, is handicap accessible. For more information, call 815-875-1306. The Hampshire Colony Congregational Church women’s fellowship in Princeton will hold a musical program and lunch on Wednesdays throughout the Lenten season. Ron McCutchan will perform from 12:10 to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 25, followed by a luncheon in fellowship hall. The menu will be chicken casserole. For more information, call 815-875-2329. The First United Methodist Church in Princeton 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. The First Congregational Church of Bureau will host the Hennepin Methodist Church Bells for a Lenten service at 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 25. St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church in Princeton, during Lent, will serve a soup supper at 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 25, 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. Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Manlius will host a soup supper at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 25, 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. Seven area churches in Bureau and LaSalle counties will join together for ecumenical Lenten services. 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 25, at Zion United Church of Christ at Sixth and Grant streets in Peru. St. Louis Catholic School in Princeton will be offering a Friday Lenten fish fry from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Friday, March 20, 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.
Cherry holds annual fish fry fundraiser CHERRY — For the fourth straight year, Holy Trinity Cherry members will hold a fish fry benefit to support their utility fund for the needy. The fund specifically benefits recipients of the national LiHeap program which is administered locally by Tri-County Assistance. The fish fry will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, March 27, at the Cherry Church Hall. Tickets are $7 each and will be sold at the door. The Holy Trinity Stewardship Committee has identified the three neediest groups in their community as the under-privileged, the under/
unemployed and the elderly. Funds raised from this event are targeted to benefit a specific group of the underprivileged who are current clients in the federal Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) program. A small percentage of the participants in this program will face potential utility shut off in April/May. “This is the fourth year that Holy Trinity Cherry has held this event to help those in need,” said Linda Wenzel of Tri-County Assistance. “With utility costs going up and temperatures being down, there are definitely people out there that need help.
Hoping this year’s event will again be a great success.” Each year, HTC helps approximately 15-20 families avoid shutoffs or restore power. This year, they are hoping to acquire sponsors for the event to off-set the costs of the fish and other items. This would allow HTC to help more families. To be a $100 sponsor for the event, call HTC stewardship chairman Lee Kirkman at 815-488-7873. Sponsorship includes inclusion in several HTC related advertising and promotional opportunities throughout the year.
Comedian Brad Stine to perform in Walnut WALNUT — Comedian Brad Stine is bringing his high energy comedy act to Walnut Community Bible Church at 5 and 8:30 p.m. Saturday, April 11. General admission tickets are $5 and can be purchased at Walnut Community Bible Church, Main Street Motivation or online at walnutcommunitybiblechurch.org or at bradstine.com. Stine is a highly covered Christian
comedian. He had an eight-page profile written about him and his comedy in the New Yorker. He was a regular live, social commentator on Fox and Friends. He had been featured in the New York Times, Christian Science Monitor, Los Angeles Times, Wall Street Journal and USA Today. He has been featured on NBC Nightly News, HBO, Showtime, CNN, Glenn Beck, Han-
nity and Colmes, NPR’s Fresh Air, ABC Nightline, MTV and Comedy Central. Stine has five original DVDs featuring his comedy and has written two books. He tour nationally on a regular basis performing in clubs, churches and fundraisers for crisis pregnancy centers, ministries and conservative causes.
PCA will host science, art and talent show Friday PRINCETON — Princeton Christian Academy will hold its annual Science, Art and Talent Show on Friday, March 20, at the school. At 5:30 p.m., the gymnasium will be opened to the public for viewing of displays of student projects, artwork, creative writing, and special achievements. At 6:30 p.m., everyone will be invited to the auditorium
for the talent show consisting of instrumental and vocal music performances, drama skits, poetry recitations, and speech contest selections. Both the elementary and the junior high choirs will also perform some songs. Some awards will be presented during the evening on recent student accomplishments. The entire
evening is dedicated to student achievement, and the public is invited to share this time with the PCA families. Princeton Christian Academy offers excellence in education to students in preschool through eighth grade. The Academy is located 2 miles northeast of Princeton on Route 34.
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The Princeton Bible Church Choir rehearses “More Than Just a Man” for performances at 6:30 p.m. March 28 and 10:15 a.m. March 29.
Princeton Bible Church Choir prepares Easter musical PRINCETON — The adult choir of Princeton Bible Church is preparing “More Than Just a Man” as its Easter musical drama to be presented at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, March 28, and again at 10:15 a.m. Sunday, March 29. The drama traces the story of Jesus from his childhood teaching in the temple to his ministry as an adult, ending in His Crucifixion and Resurrection. Insight into the Sanhedrin’s frustration and mock trial comes through this drama that centers on the personal stories of two Pharisees who left the council
to follow Jesus: Nicodemus played by Tom Odell and Joseph of Arimathea played by Rob Jensen. As they watch his healings and listen to his teachings, they become convinced that He is the Messiah. The part of Jesus is played by Dale Cook (young Jesus by Gabriel Glass) and his mother Mary is played by Katie McCoy who sings through her tears as she holds the broken body of her son after his Crucifixion. Mitch McCoy plays Caiphas, ruler of the other Pharisees played by Jason Engel, Jerry King, Phil Turner, Keith Wolbrecht,
Matt Eggers and Max Wallace. The choir members support the cast as Hebrew villagers who sing, dance, hail Jesus as King with palm branches, and watch His crucifixion the following week. This fully costumed presentation will recount the story and prepare its audiences to celebrate the Easter holiday with meaning. The production is directed by Marty Kiser and the public is invited to the performances. The Princeton Bible Church is located two miles northeast of Princeton on Route 34.
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Princeton Jaycees announces new board The Princeton Jaycees have announced the 2015 Executive Board. Pictured are secretary Sarah Dye (left), vice president of community development Andy Swartz, president Ashley Mecum, vice president of individual development Joe Schnaiter, treasurer Katie Dye and vice president of membership Andy Dye. Not pictured is vice president of management Andrew Whitlock.
Spring style show set for April 18 PRINCETON — P.E.O. Chapter IH will have a spring style show and dessert buffet, with fashions by Four Seasons of Princeton, at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 18, at the First United Methodist Church in Princeton, corner of Peru and Church streets. Chapter members and family will be modeling spring styles provided by Four Seasons which will reflect the trends and col-
ors of the current season. The audience will also learn more fashion tips from Doreen Gradert, Four Season commentator for the afternoon. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased from Amma’s Studio at 917 N. Main in Princeton or by contacting P.E.O. Chairperson Cathy Kirby at 815-875-1280, President Pat Reinhardt at 815-872-8401 or from any P.E.O. member. A limited
number of tickets will be available at the door. All proceeds will go to support P.E.O. scholarship projects for women. P.E.O., which was founded more than 145 years ago, is a philanthropic organization committed to helping women pursue higher education. Currently there are almost one-quarter million members in nearly 6,000 chapters throughout the United States and Canada.
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Program aimed at developing area workforce OGLESBY — Lt. Gov. Evelyn Sanguinetti, together with experts from Washington, D.C., Chicago, Springfield and cities throughout the Starved Rock Country Area, will address local employers in Oglesby this month to talk about developing the regional workforce and bridging the talent gap throughout the state. Sanguinetti is the keynote speaker at an event aimed at helping local employers find, develop and retain top talent by fostering a “system” of workforce training. Organizers are encouraging all area employers, including small businesses, government entities and municipal agencies to attend. “Developing Local Talent” will take place at Illinois Valley Community College’s Peter Miller Technology Center from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, March 23. Session topics will cover work-based learning, career-based instruction, available resources, organizations ready to assist, local employers leading the way, government programs for workforce development and educators’ efforts to meet employers’ needs. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce reports 90
Hoffman joins clinic staff PRINCETON — Jennifer Hoffman, family nurse practitioner (FNP), will join Dr. Robert Mestan, Dr. Arnold Faber, Trudy Argubright, FNP, and Karen Nenne, FNP, in the Perry Memorial Family Health Clinic. Hoffman has 13 years of
percent of U.S. employers recognize it is increasingly difficult to find qualified applicants to fill open positions. The chamber’s website refers to the skills gap by stating, “The engine of the U.S. economy is facing a serious crisis.” “This is a problem that won’t go away unless employers and educators work together to identify the skills most needed in our workforce and train local people to meet those needs,” said conference coordinator Blouke Carus. “Our goal is to get everyone thinking about what they can do to develop the local talent pool for the jobs of today and tomorrow.” Speakers will include representatives from government and non-profit agencies, local companies, institutes of higher education and local educators. Those interested in attending can contact Kegan Pakula at 815-2246535 or kegan.pakula@ caruscorporation.com. The free event is made possible by event sponsors Hegeler Institute, Illinois Valley Community College, North Central Regional Betterment Coalition and Illinois Valley Society for Human Resource Management.
OSWEGO — Leslie H. “Chip” Johnston, real estate broker, has joined Land Pro LLC, a land real estate brokerage company, in December 2014 and provides brokerage services for the north central portion of Illinois. Born and raised on a farm outside of Princeton, Johnston has been around the farm all of his life. Upon graduation from Southern Illinois University, Johnston had many years of experience in sales and sales management. He furthered his education by completing courses in business development,
PERU — A lender forum will be at the Peru City Hall, 1901 Fourth St., Peru, on Tuesday, March 24, from 9 a.m. to noon. A light continental breakfast
tice; family nurse practitioner. She is currently waiting for her nurse practitioner license to be issued and then she will begin seeing patients in the Perry Memorial Family Health Clinic which is estimated will be sometime this spring.
customer satisfaction and agricultural real estate. In January 2015, Johnston completed the requireJohnston ments for the real estate managing broker’s license. Johnston worked for 24 years at Pioneer Hi-Bred International Inc., most recently as the district sales manager for four counties in the north central region of Illinois. From 1999 until 2014, Johnston was a real estate broker with Capital Agricultural Property Services
Inc. (CAPS). During his years with CAPS, Johnston helped farmers and investors acquire more than $85 million in agricultural real estate. Johnston has served as vice president of the Princeton Public Schools Foundation Board of Directors and been involved with the American Heart Association, Ducks Unlimited, Pheasants Forever, Wild Turkey Federation and Princeton Chamber of Commerce. He currently lives in Princeton with his wife, Marilyn. “We are very excited to welcome Chip Johnston
to the Land Pro team,” said Ray Brownfield, Land Pro managing broker and opener. “Chip brings tremendous experience, knowledge and is respected throughout the industry for his honesty, integrity and accomplishments. Chip genuinely shares our goal of being a professional land real estate specialist.” Land Pro LLC is a land real estate brokerage company that also offers land-focused services including auctions, property management and consulting. For more information, visit www. landprollc.us.
will be served at 8:30 a.m. This forum is a series of informational sessions designed for commercial lenders, certified public accountants, attorneys,
business consultants and economic development professionals. The event will consist of presentations and updates on Illinois Small
Business Development Center, SBA Guaranteed Loans, SBA 504 Loans, SBA Community Advantage and State of Illinois Loans.
Unleash the Savings at TSC 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. Throughout those days, shoppers can expect to find savings on pet products, coupons and more.
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Johnson Insurance Agency honored SHEFFIELD — The Johnson Insurance Agency was recently honored for outstanding sales and service by Svea Mutual Insurance Co. of Orion. The agency, located in Sheffield, achieved this honor by meeting certain criteria, including
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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 by the local humane society, 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. Other vendors are also being contacted 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
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2014-15 BCR Co-Players of the Year
Softball: Rock Falls 8, Princeton 0
Ward, Rockets silence PHS in season opener By Kevin Hieronymus khieronymus@bcrnews.com
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Darcy Kepner (left) and Heaven Bennett had a bag of tricks this year, leading the Bureau Valley Storm to the first regional championship and winning season in five years. They are the BCR Co-players of the Year for 2014-15.
Moving Heaven and earth BV duo lead Storm to new heights By Kevin Hieronymus khieronymus@bcrnews.com
MANLIUS — Heaven Bennett and Darcy Kepner needed one another. Bennett was one of six seniors dotting the Storm roster for the 2014-15 season, a class known for its big size with no ball-handlers. Kepner was a member of the junior class, a point guard for a group with little height. They came together to move Heaven and earth, leading the Storm to the first regional championship and winning season in five years. Kepner was the team’s leading scorer, averaging 12.41 ppg to go with 1.4 assists, 5.5 rebounds and 2.3 steals. Bennett topped the team in rebounds (7.9 rpg) while averaging 9.5 ppg. They are the BCR Co-players of the Year for 2014-15. “They each needed each other, and we needed them together to be successful,” BV coach Tiffany Gonigam said. “While Darcy allows
our team to compete, Heaven brought us to the next level.” They both agree. “Me and Heaven really worked good together. If I was having a bad game, she’d pick me up or the other way around,” Kepner said. “We just got along well and picked each other up.” “She looked like a senior, just like one of us,” Bennett said. “She has really has good confidence. Us working together, her being a ball handler and me getting open in the post, we were finding each other. We worked well together.” Kepner said Bennett and all the seniors were great. They accepted the junior class right away. When asked if she had any funny stories to share about Bennett, Kepner laughed and said, “She really doesn’t do anything embarrassing.”
The ball handler
A team can have all the height in the world — Bureau Valley has been blessed with the likes of the 6-foot Bennett and Lindsey Hoffert, 6-2 Carlie Bickett and the 5-10 Val Reu-
“They each needed each other, and we needed them together to be successful.” Tiffany Gonigam, Bureau Valley coach
ter and Irini Petros — but it doesn’t do them a lot of good if they don’t have someone to get them the ball. Kepner was that player. She shared the Storm’s ball-handling duties with foreign exchange student Helena Arnadottir of Iceland as a sophomore, and this year she took it over full time. She said playing up on the varsity last year gave her a lot of confidence. “Last year was pretty overwhelming, but (I) settled in this year,” she said. With that new role also came more leadership, which she excelled at this year. “I felt like I had to step up this
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ROCK FALLS — Monday, March 16, was a beautiful spring-like day, but there was no game scheduled. Tuesday’s temperatures dropped 25 degrees, and Princeton’s bats were equally as cool against Rock Falls’ pitcher Michaela Ward in the 2015 softball opener. Ward struck out 13 Princeton batters and held the Tigresses to four hits en route to an 8-0 shutout in the first game of the season for both teams at Optimist Park in Rock Falls. “Good to get game in, even though things didn’t go our way,” PHS coach Bob James said. They had a nice pitcher who moved the ball well, and we didn’t track it well. We struck out 13 times. We really got to get better than that. Had a couple opportunities early that we didn’t take advantage of. “We had rust on our defensive end, missing cutoffs and not knowing situations. Definitely got to work at it. Everybody got some playing time, got their feet wet, so we’ll see where we go from there.” The Tigresses put two runners on third base, but Ward pitched out of trouble both times. In the second inning,
Madi Cain reached on a two-base error to center and took third on Devin Truesdon’s two-out, base hit off the first baseman’s glove. Ward induced PHS counterpart Madison Menzel on a pop up to end the threat. Ward pretty much sailed after that, allowing only a bloop hit by Courtney Oeder in the fourth and Menzel’s bounder up the box in the fifth. After that hit, Ward retired the final eight batters she faced. “She told me she couldn’t feel her fingertips,” said Madason Shaw, the Rockets’ catcher. “So, she didn’t think she could throw inside, but once she did, she just kept going back inside.” PHS senior slugger Abby Jaques, the 2014 BCR Player of the Year, found herself in a new spot in the Tigresses’ lineup Tuesday, batting leadoff. She opened the game with a single and stole second for her lone hit in three trips to the plate. “I did that just to make sure she saw some pitches,” James said. “(When) she’s in that position and she gets on, hopefully our slapper (Jaimee Ciesielski) batting second can put the ball in play and move her
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Princeton senior Devin Truedson makes connections in Tuesday’s season opener at Rock Falls.
Looking back at area boys basketball regional history Ten Bureau County schools have won at least one regional in boys basketball, including all seven present-day schools and three who have closed their doors. Princeton tops the list with 16 regionals, including 10 in the past 22 years. Bureau Valley has won 10, including this year, since opening its doors in 1995-96. Hall also has 10 titles, its last dating back to 2004. The longest dry spells among active county schools are 26 years for DePue, which last won
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in 1989 under coach Tom Dobrich, and 24 years for Ohio, which now co-ops with LaMoille. Expanding around the Illinois Valley a little farther, L-P has won a whopping 33 regionals,
including last week’s 3A crown. The Cavs won 10 under the late Chips Giovanine. Neighboring Ottawa has 27, and Marquette rests with 22. bolstered by a 15-year streak from 1973-87. Here’s a look at Bureau County schools, past and present: Princeton (16): The Tigers won their first regional in 1936 under coach Eric Strom, defeating DePue 32-30, and their last in 2011 under current coach Jesse Brandt. PHS is 16-17 in regional title games. Other titles came in
1938, 1945, 1954, 1955, 1986A, 1992A, 1993A, 1994A, 1995A, 2002A, 2003A, 2006A, 2009-2A, 2010-2A and 2011-2A. Bureau Valley (10): The Storm won seven straight regionals when BV opened in the mid-’90s and 10 overall, including this year’s crown. BV stands 10-3 in regional final games. Their titles came in 1996A, 1997A, 1998A, 1999A, 2000A, 2001A, 2002A, 2004A, 2005A and 2015-2A. Hall (10): The Red Devils have made 19 regional finals appearances, including this year’s loss
to Fieldcrest, winning 10 times. They won their first in 1941 and last in 2004. Hall’s regional titles came in 1941, 1946, 1974A, 1987A, 1988A, 1991A, 1997A, 1998A, 1999A and 2004A. Tiskilwa (9): Bob Prusastor’s Indians were as strong as any program around, winning eight regionals from 1972-85, including three title-game victories over neighbor Princeton in a five-year stretch. Tiskilwa won nine overall, including 1958,
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MWC kicks off Valley fishing events There will be two upcoming walleye tournaments in Spring Valley the next two weekends. The first will see the Cabela’s Masters Walleye Circuit return to the Illinois River for a qualifying tournament Friday, March 20, and Saturday, March 21. New for the Cabela’s MWC Illinois River event, inspections and weigh-ins will be held at the Spring Valley Boat Club. Launch is 7 a.m. and weigh-ins begin at 3 p.m. As a bonus to budding tournament fans, the Cabela’s MWC, National Professional Anglers Association, Pure Fishing and Zippo Outdoor Brands will present a youth and family fishing clinic immediately after the day-one weigh-in. The first 50 youths will receive rods and reel combos courtesy of the NPAA. The inaugural Illinois Valley Walleye Classic will be March 28-29. Plan to attend this great event sponsored by the Spring Valley Walleye Club, which is longer running the
Hieronymus From Page 13 1972A, 1977A, 1979A, 1981A, 1982A, 1983A, 1984A and 1985A, capped by an Elite Eight state appearance in 1983. The Indians also won five districts (1942, 1962, 1966, 1969, 1970). DePue (7): The Little Giants lived up to their nickname with a string of four straight regionals in the one-class system from 1949-1952. Overall, they have won in 1949, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1978A, 1980A and 1989A. The Little Giants also won seven districts from 1933-64. Buda Western (7): Chips Giovanine’s Rams were the area powerhouse with three straight regionals in the mid-’70s on the way to back-to-back state tournament appearances. Western regional titles came in 1975A, 1976A, 1977A, 1989A, 1991A, 1992A and 1995A. The Rams also won district in 1968. Western closed in 1994-95. St. Bede (7): The Bruins won their first regional in 1944 and have not won one since 2000. Their titles came in 1944, 1963, 1965, 1973A, 1985A, 1990A and 2000A.
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MWC tournament. This event will feature 100 teams from around the Midwest, and the first-place prize will be $32,000. There will be a fivefish limit per team per day. The fishing area will be anywhere on the river below Starved Rock Dam. Daily flights will take place on Saturday and Sunday. Flights are reversed on the second day. The competition will start at 7 a.m. and end at 3 p.m. As usual, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) at Marseilles will receive $5,000 for needed expenses. Also, $85,000 has been donated for a study by Ron Brooks of SIU.
Ohio (5): The Bulldogs were among the state’s premier small-school programs in the 1980s with four regionals and two sectional titles. Their regional titles came in 1980A, 1985A, 1986A, 1988A and 1991A. The Bulldogs won seven districts in 1943, 1945, 1946, 1947, 1948, 1952 and 1953. LaMoille (1): The Lions won their only regional in 2008, the first year for the current four-class system. The Lions also won three districts (1936, 1941, 1967). Bureau Township (1): Tiny BT, which closed her doors in 1960, stood tall with a regional crown in 1937. The Wildcats also won four districts (1949, 1958, 1959, 1960). These defunct Bureau County schools did not win regionals, but won districts. Buda (4 districts): 1938, 1954, 1955, 1956. Malden (1 district): 1929. Manlius (7 districts): 1938, 1939, 1943, 1951, 1957, 1963, 1965. Mineral (6 districts): 1941, 1942, 1947, 1950, 1951, 1952. Sheffield (3 districts): 1932, 1940, 1945. Walnut (1 district): 1937. Wyanet (2 districts):
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There will be no parking at Barto Landing. All spectators should park at Hall High School and use the shuttle to and from Barto. There will be three vehicles to provide a constant flow coming and going. There will be food, drink and bleacher seats available at the landing. Visit the SVWC website at www. spring-valley-walleye.org for more information. • Well, the Whitetails Unlimited Banquet will be held Friday, and I’m sure they’re sold out. I am anxiously awaiting the announcement of the winners of two events: One will be the winner of the Gordy Shipp Memorial Award ($500 scholarship), and the other will be a Lifetime Hunting License presented to some lucky youth. • PHS Sportsman’s Club members should pick up an info sheet about the Canada trip in the guidance office. Lee Wahlgren is the BCR Outdoor Columnist. Contact him at pdub52@ gmail.com.
1937, 1940. Other area schools in the Illinois Valley with their regional titles: L-P (33), Ottawa (27), Marquette (22), Mendota (18), Streator (12) and PC (10). Shifting to sectionals, Princeton heads the list with five titles. Hall has three, including backto-back crowns in 1997 and 1998 on the way to state runner-up finishes. Bureau Valley won three straight from 2000-02, and Buda Western (1975, 1976) and Ohio (1985, 1986) pulled off a repeat. Here’s how Bureau County schools stack with sectional titles: Princeton (5): 1954, 1955, 1992A, 2003A, 2009-2A. Hall (4): 1974A, 1991A, 1997A, 1998A. Bureau Valley (3): 2000A, 2001A, 2002A. Buda Western (2): 1975A, 1976A. Ohio (2): 1985A, 1986A. Tiskilwa (1): 1983A. DePue (1): 1980A. Among other area schools, Ottawa has won 12 sectionals, but none since 1985. L-P and Streator have six each, Mendota five, Marquette four and PC three, BCR Sports Editor Kevin Hieronymus has been covering area basketball since 1986. Contact him at khieronymus@bcrnews.com.
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Hartmann takes third at state Shaylynn Hartmann (right) of Princeton placed third in the third annual IKWF girls state wrestling tournament at Yorkville. After losing to repeat state champion Hannah Strauss from Team Illinois in the first round, Hartmann wrestled back by beating Devin Lowe of Mt. Zion in the semifinal wrestlebacks by tech fall 15-0 and Rain Hillard of Bismarck-Henning 7-3 to take third place. The IKWF girls tournament continues to gain popularity, with 158 girl wrestlers competing, up from 133 last year and 99 the first year.
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Tigresses From Page 13 to second or third, and (we) can drive her in. “When people know us and her, they’ll work around her. I’ll move her around as the year goes. That was the approach today. Then she tried too hard last two at-bats.” The Rockets gave Ward all the runs she would need with three in the first, including a two-run hit by Jenny Lawson to right field. Shaw broke the game open with a bases-clearing triple in the sixth. Shaw had three hits and four RBIs, including another triple in the third inning. Rock Falls may have suffered a loss in the win, however. Chelsi Blair was hit in the wrist by a pitch from Menzel in the bottom of the first. She stayed on base, but left the game between innings. “She wanted to play, but she couldn’t squeeze her hand,” Rock Falls coach Kris Nunez said. • Notes: PHS is scheduled to make its home debut against Annawan/ Wethersfield at 4:30 p.m. Thursday, March 19, at Little Siberia. Comment on this story at www.bcrnews.com.
Altizer, Tigresses win opener By BCR Sports Staff sports@bcrnews.com
Keyenna Altizer scored two goals to lead the Princeton Tigresses to a 4-2 win at Streator in Tuesday’s opening game of the 2015 soccer season. Altizer scored first on an assist from Elise Piper. Sarah Murray made it 2-0 at the half. Altizer scored again
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High school Boys 3A State Tournament FRIDAY: Game 1 - Morgan Park vs. Belleville Althoff, 12:15 p.m. Game 2 - Rockford Lutheran vs. Westchester St. Joseph, 2 p.m. SATURDAY: Third place - 12:15 p.m. Title - 2 p.m. 4A State Tournament FRIDAY: Game 1 - Bolingbrook vs. Lincolnshire Stevenson, 6:30 p.m. Game 2 - Geneva vs. Normal, 8:15 p.m. SATURDAY: Third - 6:30 p.m. Title - 8:15 p.m.
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High school girls At Optimist Park, Rock Falls Princeton 000 000 0 — 0 4 3 Rock Falls 301 013 x — 8 11 1 PRINCETON (0-1): Jaques c 3-01, Ciesielski 2b 3-0-0, Holmbeck ss
in the second half along with classmate Taylor Clark to make it 4-0. The Princeton JV also scored a 4-1 win in its first game out. PHS is scheduled to make its home debut at Tiskilwa against Byron. L-P 7, DePue 0: DePue keeper Maricela Garcia had 15 saves on goal, keeping Tuesday’s game close at halftime at 2-0. 3-0-0, Oeder 1b 2-0-1, Hieronymus 1b 1-0-0, Hughes cf 2-0-0, Bauer rf 1-0-0, Cain 3b 3-0-0, Hendrix lf 2-00, Krohn lf 1-0-0, Truedson dp 2-0-1, Schultz rf/ss 1-0-0, Menzel p 2-0-1. Totals: 26-0-4. SB: Jaques. E: Jaques 2, Schultz. LOB: 5. WP: Ward (1-0, 4h, 0r, 13k, 0 w). LP: Menzel (0-1, 6ip, 11h, 8r, 2er, 6k, 2w, 2hbp).
Track
High school girls At Westwood, Sterling Team scores: Hall 95, Rock Falls 76, Mendota 73, Fulton 56, Riverdale 54, Kewanee 43. Hall results: Firsts - Hamalle, 400, 1:08.46; LJ, 15-7 1/2; Quinn, 60 HH, 10.09; PV, 9-0; Second — Moreno, 800, 2:42.63. Thirds - Scarpaci, 60 M, 8.90; Quinn, 200, 30.41; Acamovic, 60HH, 10.61; Hamalle, TJ, 28-10 Yuvan, SP, 31-1 1/2; 4x4 - Moreno, Hamalle, Olson, Piotrowski 4:46.39.
WEEKLY Mondays: Chop Steak Tuesdays: Shepherds Pie w/ Sweet Corn Bread Wednesday: BBQ Ribs Thursday: Baked Tortellini Friday & Saturday: Prime Rib & Chef’s Choice
SUNDAY SPECIALS
March 22nd: Pot Roast March 29th: Chicken Fried Steak
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BCR Players of the Year 2015 — Darcy Kepner, Heaven Bennett, Bureau Valley 2014 — Megan Foes, Annawan 2013 — Mo Dean, St. Bede 2012 — Jaclyn Kain, Hall; Jasmine Kunkel, PHS 2011 — Emily Considine, Hailee Brayton, St. Bede 2010 — Melanie Thompson, Bureau Valley 2009 — Sam Galas, Abby Toraason, St. Bede 2008 — Jen Andes, Hall 2007 — Brooke Jensen, Austyn Miller, Princeton 2006 — Kailey Klein, Hall 2005 — Kailey Klein, Hall 2004 — Kailey Klein, Hall 2003 — Kailey Klein, Hall; Nigel Geuther, LaMoille 2002 — Nigel Geuther, LaMoille 2001 — Karisa Dinges, St. Bede 2000 — Erin McGunnigal, SBA 1999 — Tiah Romagnoli, PHS 1998 — Tiah Romagnoli, PHS 1997 — Tiah Romagnoli, PHS 1996 — Marissa Heath, Annawan 1995 — Andrea Blackert, Manlius/Tampico 1994 — Maria Lorenzi, St. Bede 1993 — Jolene Bair, Neponset 1992 — Jolene Bair, Neponset 1991 — Megan Lanham, Western; Tina Colgan, Bradford 1990 — Nicki Hansen, Manlius 1989 — Angel Jaggers, Manlius 1988 — JoAnn Thomson, Western 1987 — Angie Noble, Princeton
Players From Page 13 year a lot. Coach Gon talked about leadership a lot so I felt I needed to do that,” said Kepner, who received Second Team Three Rivers All-Conference selection. “Darcy has brought success to our team and taken the lead on a role that not everyone wants to play in handling the ball,” Gonigam said. “The team recognizes her importance and consistency. She just comes alive at the end of games getting steals and taking the ball to the basket as we saw against Fulton in the regional semi.” “She was basically the one with the most confidence with the ball. You need one of those on your teams to tell you what to do and move the ball around and take charge,” Bennett said. “She does a fantastic job and is going to be better next year.”
Back in action
Bennett played the first nine games of her junior year, but missed the rest recovering from mono. She said it was not much fun sitting out, but in the long run may have made her a better player. “It really stunk to sit there and watch everyone play basketball, and I couldn’t do anything,” she said. “I learned sitting on the bench and listening to the coaches and what they said. I think that all went to my mindset, and I matured a lot more and knew my full ability to play basketball. I never had full confidence in my ability before.” “I was so glad she got to play the whole season,” Kepner said. “It was kind of a downer she’d didn’t get to go her whole years without sicknesses and stuff. I was glad she got to have a healthy year.” The more she played, the more Bennett improved. She had a memorable senior night, scoring 21 points with 13 rebounds to lead the Storm to a 51-36 victory over St. Bede. “Finally it set in on senior night, that was
my last time playing basketball (at) Bureau Valley. I needed to leave it all out in the floor. I knew I couldn’t hold anything back. I wished I would have realized earlier,” she said. She may have saved her best for last, scoring 25 points with 16 rebounds to lead the Storm to their regional championship. She scored the go-ahead basket with 28 seconds left in overtime to beat Newman 57-52.
Playing with purpose
Bennett lost her father, Sam, when she was just 7 years old. She said it helped her play with purpose and wishes he was there to see her play. “You don’t really realize what you got until it’s gone,”said Bennett, who also lost her step-dad, Scott Thomas, last year. “I wanted to make myself better, knowing he’d want me to do my best. He was a big basketball player at Neponset. I wish he was still around to help me out.”
The Darcy Kepner File • Junior point guard • Leading scorer for Storm (12.41 ppg) • Averaged 5.5 rebounds, 1.4 assists, 2.3 steals • Second Team Three Rivers All-Conference • Ranked No. 10 all-time scoring for BV
The Heaven Bennett File • • • •
Leading rebounder for Storm (7.9 rpg) Averaged 9.5 points, 2.1 steals First Team Three Rivers All-Conference Will play in Illinois Valley All-Star Game
Regional surprise
senior class and our class coming up and the freshmen that we had. I felt we had a lot of talent. I was not that surprised,” she said.
The thought of the Bureau Valley Storm winning a regional championship would have brought laughter coming off back-toback one-win seasons in 2011-12 and 201213. The regional championship was supposed to come in volleyball, but the Storm avenged that shocking defeat last fall by capturing the basketball regional in February. “Yeah, definitely (surprised people). Coming back, I think they had won one game each season the whole years before. It definitely surprised people that we came back so fast,” Kepner said. “Oh yeah, no one thought we’d win a regional in basketball at all,” Bennett said.”We just went out there and played basketball. We didn’t really have that big of a goal in mind, although we wanted to hang a banner and this was our last chance. We got the job done.” Kepner, however, was not like everyone else. She was not surprised to see the Storm do so well. “No, not really. We had a lot of talent in the
Kepner, who considers it a toss-up between basketball and softball when it comes to picking a favorite sport, looks ahead to the future without the seniors and the size they bring to the floor. “It’s going to be a tough loss,” she said. “The freshman we played with, I think we’ll be all right. (We won’t) score that easily around the hoop. Maybe we’ll have a faster game, I guess.” Kepner will look to move up the BV alltime scoring list, having passed up her coach, Gonigam, for No. 10 on the list with 580 career points. Bennett will move on to IVCC to play volleyball. She also may continue to play basketball there as well. They will always look back on how they brought a regional championship back to Bureau Valley. Comment on this story at www.bcrnews. com.
Moving ahead
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Wow! The Easter Bunny left us a pretty big egg, Beeper!
YIKES! Th-that egg can TALK!
Hello? Are you my mommy?
Find a ether! e page looks easy, find “somebunny” youn o be your buddy. If the page looks hard, find so ” ou.
Of course I can! My name is Egg-bert. Where is my mommy?
Buzz, let’s go ask Mother Hen if this is one of her eggs.
That’s an eggs-ellent idea, Beeper!
Standards Link: Visual Discrimination: Find similarities and differences in common objects.
Are you my mother?
No dear, all my eggs have hatched.
Perhaps you belong to Mrs. Duck?
No, that isn’t one of my eggs. But don’t look so sad. Chickens and ducks aren’t the ONLY animals that lay eggs, you know!
? Look for the names of these animals in my word search puzzle. Each of these animals lay eggs.
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Alligator Fish
Turtle Frog
D L W D U Y R H J
F T A R V O S D H
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Toad Slug
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Egg-bert is hatching! What kind of animal do you think is inside? Draw a picture of it.
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ANIMAL BIRTHDAY BUDDIES BUNNY DESCRIBE DUCKS EASTER HATCHING MOTHER NOUN PAPER PARTY SILLY SYLLABLE
Find the words in the puzzle, then in this week’s Kid Scoop stories and activities.
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Standards Link: Letter sequencing. Recognizing identical words. Skim and scan reading. Recall spelling patterns.
Color Your Words
Bee Lizard
Standards Link: Life Science: Students know organisms reproduce offsprings of their own kind; life cycles are different for different animals.
Clip five words from the headlines in today’s newspaper. Replace the first syllable of each word with the word “egg.” Paste your nonsense word on a paper egg and decorate for Easter.
Buzz and Beeper are having a birthday party for Egg-bert. Can you find at least 10 things wrong in this picture?
Standards Link: Decoding: Apply knowledge of basic syllabication rules when reading.
Standards Link: Reading Comprehension: Follow simple written directions.
Clip five nouns from the newspaper. These can be words or pictures. Next, look through the newspaper for an adjective that would colorfully describe each noun. Standards Link: Grammar: Understand and use nouns and adjectives.
The Easter Bunny has been spotted and you’re the reporter covering the story. Be sure to tell who, what, when, where, why and how.
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SEMI DRIVER positions available for full and part time, local and long haul runs. Competitive wages, vacation and holiday pay plus incentives. Craine Farms Trucking 815-866-9601 AG View FS, Inc., a Retail Agricultural business is accepting applications for Full-Time and Part-time CLASS A CDL DRIVERS. Must have ability to work extended hours when necessary. Send resume or apply at: Ag View FS, 22069 US Hwy 34, Princeton, IL 61356 (815-875-2808) TRUCK DRIVER. Helena Chemical Company, a national, agricultural chemical company, has an immediate opening for a Truck Driver at Princeton, IL. Requirements: high school diploma or equivalent, CDL with HAZMAT endorsement, and the ability to operate a forklift. Responsibilities: makes deliveries, loads and unloads product, uses a forklift, and performs general warehouse duties. Apply in person to: Helena Chemical Company, 1870 Backbone Road West, Princeton, IL. Preemployment drug screen and background check required. EEO/AA/M/F/ Disabled/Veteran
228 • Help Wanted Dr. Ed Monroe Fast Paced Dental Office seeking Administrative Assistant. Medical/dental experience required. Please email resume/cover letter to: smilemakers@ comcast.net
Ace Hardware Corporation has an immediate opening for
PROFESSIONAL TRUCK DRIVER
In our Princeton, Illinois Retail Support Center Qualifications: • Valid Class “A” CDL with HAZMAT endorsement • 1 year on-road tractor-trailer driving experience (all weather conditions) with a minimum of 100,000 road miles • No moving violations within the last 24 months • Applicants must be able to pass a DOT physical, drug screen and background check as outlined in DOT regulations • Superior customer service skills • Some heavy lifting is required to assist dealers with deliveries • Overnight travel is limited Benefits: • Impressive financial package -First year earnings normally $54,000-$60,000 • Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision and prescription drug card • 401k • Flexible spending accounts • Merchandise discounts Applications may be obtained 24 hours a day at the Princeton Ace Retail Support Center or you may apply on line at www. acehardware.com – careers. Princeton Retail Support Center 2123 N. Euclid Princeton, IL 61356 EOE
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THE BUREAU COUNTY REPUBLICAN Is accepting applications for a part-time INSERTER in our distribution department. Applicants should be reliable, self-directed, have mechanical ability and able to work flexible hours but generally Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, afternoon into evening, approximately 20-25 hours per week. Duties would be to assemble and package newspapers for distribution by machine as well as by hand. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time. Some lifting is required. Candidate must have a valid driver's license and an excellent work/attendance record. Applicants will be required to pass pre-hire background, drug and fitness screenings. Applications are available at the front office of the Bureau County Republican at: 800 Ace Road, Princeton, IL 61356. NO phone calls please
IMMEDIATE OPENINGS! Assemblers & Machine Operators. Princeton Area Manufacturing. All Shifts Available. $10-$12/hour. Subject to background check/drug testing. Call Today 815-780-8520
Local grocery store looking for a Deli Manager. Must be able to work all shifts. Experience preferred. Please reply to: Box 345 Bureau County Republican, PO Box 340, Princeton, IL 61356
Part-Time Library Clerk Library Clerk position at Tiskilwa Public Library. 10-15 hours per week. Must be flexible; including evenings/Saturday. Please submit a resume to PO Box 150, Tiskilwa, IL 61368 by March 30, 2015. No phone calls please
Lake Thunderbird Association is currently accepting applications for LIFEGUARDS for the 2015 Summer Season! The perfect summer job! Flexible hours! Lifeguard Certification Training course will be available. Call the LTA Office at 815-437-2757 for details
Looking for Small Engine & Lawn Mower Service Technician.
NEWSPAPER DELIVERY Earn up to $1000 A Month! Looking for Independent Contractor to Deliver newspapers early Mornings 7 days per week. Routes now available in Your area. Please call Mark Swank at 309253-4931 Or email: mswank@ acimidwestllc.com YOUNG'S CUSTOM AG SERVICE in Spring Valley is looking for a full-time AG MECHANIC. Call 815-663-3943
FIND IT A JOB HERE! ASSEMBLERS/WELDERS WANTED Please apply in person at: Kory Farm Equipment Manlius, IL 7:30am-4:30pm Looking for part-time Help in Club House. Apply at: Chapel Hill Golf Course, 12927 IL Hwy 26, Princeton. 815-879-6531
Looking for: DISHWASHERS &DRIVER Apply within: Pizza Cellar, 402 South Main, Princeton. No phone calls Full Summer Help can start immediately full or part-time. Tiskilwa Farms Alpacas. Email qualifications to: bob@illinoisalpacas.com
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RN POSITIONS AVAILABLE Women’s Health Center-OB/GYN experience preferred
Full-time LANDSCAPE CREW MEMBER; also SUMMER GARDENING CREW, Part-time, 10 hours per week Hornbaker Gardens 815-659-3282
Benefits include Holiday & Vacation Pay
PATIENT ACCOUNT CLERK DME BILLER
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FCC Voted #1 Best Fleets to drive for 2015. Company, O/OP’s, Dry Van.
(Knowledge of ICD-9 coding, CPT coding, Medicare regulations and insurance billing preferred.)
Princeton Plaza Restaurant located at Road Ranger Travel Center 2835 North Main, Princeton, IL Full and Part time positions available, 1st & 2nd shift for Shift Leaders, Servers, Short Order Cooks, Prep Cooks and Dishwashers, Weekends required.
Drivers CDL A: Midwest Regional!
(previous Medical billing experience preferred)
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LAWN CARE for the First United Methodist Church, 316 South Church Street, Princeton, IL. Please obtain bid sheet from church office and submit no later than April 1, 2015
LPN/CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT POSITIONS AVAILABLE Clinic Operations Floatmust be willing to travel to all Clinic locations Granville Clinic Midtown Health Center.
Apply @ Diller Rod, 701 East Peru Street, Princeton, IL.
Home Every Weekend! Excellent Wages & Benefits! Qtrly Bonus Program! Newer Trucks w\APU’s, Scanners & Pre-Pass Plus!
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Looking for strong hands on individuals committed to great customer service, food quality and high sanitation standards. Candidates must have initiative, enthusiasm and preferably experience Drug testing and background check may be required Apply in person. Mon-Fri 8am-3pm
Immediate Openings for Experienced
CNC Machine Operators!!!
A leading Bureau County manufacturer has immediate openings on multiple shifts with overtime available for CNC Machine Operators with at least two years of experience and/or formal CNC education. • Experience with Haas/Citizens/Mori Seiki/ Tsugami brand machines preferred • Competitive salary & benefits available commensurate with qualifications Please send resume and salary history/ requirements to CNCOperatorApply@yahoo.com
POLICE OFFICER The City of Peru Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will be accepting applications to establish an eligibility list for the position of Police Officer for the Peru Police Department. This is a full-time position for a career minded individual. QUALIFICATIONS: • Must be a U.S. Citizen or legal resident of the U.S. • Must be at least 21 years of age at time of application, & under 35 at time of application & posting of final eligibility list (unless exempt under provisions outlined in the Illinois Fire & Police Commissioners Act). • Must have: - high school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of - Associate’s Degree in Law Enforcement or Criminal Justice or - Bachelor’s Degree in any field or - Certified and currently employed as a Police Officer, full-time or part-time in the State of Illinois or - Certified and currently employed as a Police Officer, full-time in any other state. - The aforementioned college education requirements shall not apply to applicants who have served a minimum of two years on active duty in the U.S. military and have been honorable discharged or currently serving on active duty or are in active or in-active reserve status. • Must have a valid driver’s license. • Must be able to pass a physical agility test, written examination, oral interview, medical exam, polygraph test, psychological exam, drug screening, and extensive background investigation. Applications will be available starting Monday, March 16, 2015. You may obtain one in person at the Peru Police Department, 1503 4th Street. All applications must be returned to the Peru Police Department no later than noon on Thursday, April 16, 2015. Along with your application please provide a self-addressed stamped business (#10) size envelope so we can mail you a reminder. Orientation and written testing for applicants will commence at 9:00am, Saturday, April 25, 2015 at the Peru Parkside School, 1800 Church St. You should park and enter on the west side of the school off of Shooting Park Road. Registration will be 8:15-8:45am. Peru Board of Fire & Police Commissioners Peru, IL EOE
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228 • Help Wanted LIVING SKILLS SPECIALIST Part-time afternoons, approximately 33 hours a week. Provide Direct Care & Community Integration to individuals with disabilities. H.S. diploma or equivalent required. Valid driver's license required. CNA or DSP preferred. Please apply at: Abilities Plus, 1100 N East Street, Kewanee IL. (309) 8524626, by 3/20/15. EOE Fun & Friendly, Newly Remodeled Salon has openings for full-time positions COSMETOLOGIST, MASSAGE THERAPIST, AND ESTHETICIAN. Apply in person. Ultimate Spa & Salon, 432 South Main, Princeton, IL. No phone calls please TIMPTE INC. is seeking a TRAILER MECHANIC for our Princeton, IL location. Responsibilities include the service and repair of semi-trailers. Must have welding experience and possess own hand tools. $16-20/hour. DOE plus benefits package. Apply in person at 160 Progress Drive, at our website: www.timpte.com or e-mail resume to: gbenesch@timpte.com Bureau Valley CUSD #340 is hiring part-time SUMMER CUSTODIANS to assist custodial staff with a variety of projects. Positions will be available at all buildings. Start time and end time each day will be determined by the head custodian. Must be 15 years of age or older. Applications are available at any Bureau Valley building office. Please return the completed application to the Bureau Valley District Office at PO Box 289, 9068 2125 North Ave, Manlius IL 61338 by Thursday, April 2, 2015 TECHNICAL ASSISTANT Crossroads Part-time. School. 35-40 High hours per month. Bookkeeping, banking, Cominventory, munications, registrar management. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, Quickbooks, and internet communications. Send resumes to Crossroads High School, PO Box 434, Tiskilwa, IL 61368.
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232 • Business Opportunities ********** THE CLASSIFIED Advertising Department of the Bureau County Republican Does not have the opportunity to fully investigate the credibility of each advertiser appearing within these columns. If an offer sounds “too good to be true” it probably is. Proceed with caution if you are asked to send money or to give a credit card number. Proceed with caution in calling 900 phone numbers. All phone numbers prefixed by”900” are charged to the CALLER. Charges may be assessed on a “per minute” basis rather than a “per call” basis. The Bureau County Republican Classifieds makes every effort to qualify these charges for the reader. If you have a concern about an advertiser, please contact: Better Business Bureau 330 North Wabash Chicago, IL 60611 312 832-0500
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446 • Farm Products
450 • Under $1000
Small Square Bales of HAY for sale.
************ HAVE SOMETHING TO SELL?
Call 815-866-8389
448 • Pets & Livestock
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DONATE NOW! “The animals are crying” Tri-County Humane Society. LaSalle, Bureau, Putnam Counties. Call 815-875-6145 or 815-872-9781 or send donation to: PO Box 1601, LaSalle, IL 61301
PETS OR PET SUPPLIES? Find it all right here!
450 • Under $1000 10 cookie jars $200; snowman collection $50. Call 815-915-7923 2 Schwinn Cruiser bicycles (fat tires, wide handlebars) 1 man, 1 lady. $50 each Call 815-879-8722 Captain Chairs, solid hardwood maple finish. Colonial style. Good condition. $30 each or $100 for all. 815-878-7721 Couch southwest pattern. Lazy Boy recliner. Both pieces for $125. Call 815-915-5204
- 300 Services 320 • Misc Services Looking for old barns to dismantle for the lumber in Bureau County and surrounding counties. L.E. Strouss Barn Dismantling Call 815-303-7658
Khaki green brushed canvas sofa from a pet and smoke free home. $225 or best offer. Call 815-879-0805 Like new, blue-green Lazyboy recline and lift chair. $600. Call 815-878-4747
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Prom dresses: size 2 aqua print, $150; size 8 hot pink $225; size 8 orchid $200. 815-303-4970 text or call
446 • Farm Products
TV & stand $25; Nordic Track $25; beige sofa Flexsteel, like new $175. Call 815-894-3231
ALFALFA HAY 2nd and 3rd crop. Large squares. Excellent Quality. PHONE 815-878-0099
Woods 6 foot 3 point mower $650. Call or text 815-303-0950
FARM GROUND AUCTION SAT., APRIL 11, 2015 10:00 A.M.
200.96 Acres M/L – Kewanee Township Henry Co., Kewanee, IL
ALNORA MOEHRING FAMILY TRUST
Trustee: Galyn W. Moehring Attorney for Trust: Mary J. Gaziano will offer the following: Auction Location: Stenzel Auction Service Business Office 135 West Center St. – Cambridge, IL (One block east of Henry County Court House) LAND LOCATION: The farm is located at the north end of Kewanee off Rt. 78 (820N). Travel west at “Sale Barn Rd” (2650E / Co. Rd. 28) approximately 1 mile to the farm. The remainder of the farm is another ½ mile to Tower Road (2500E). (Watch for signs) (Note: Home & garage are not part of property being sold) 200.96 ACRES (M/L), Sec. 19 & 20, Parcel #2019-400-002 & #20-20-300-008, Farm 1505, Kewanee Township, Henry County. 160.66 acres of cropland, the remainder in creeks, small wooded areas, pasture ground, etc.; the property lies flat to rolling. The property has a 48’ x 72’ pole building and other buildings (As Is). Soil types include Elco, Hickory, Fayette, Sawmill, Marseilles-Hickory and Marseilles; PI’s range 81, 89, 94, 99, 108, 123; U.S.D.A. 156 report shows 209.3 farmland, 166.97 cropland, corn base 94.9 with direct & CC yields of 111; 72 acres in CRP with end dates of 2018 thru 2023 (156 information relates to the whole farm). There is adequate drainage and tile on entire farm. Visit our Website for Terms, Conditions & Photos
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614 • Car Sales
PRINCETON 25 East Marion. (Open Prairie UCC, behind the Apollo Theater). Saturday, March 21, 10am-3pm. March Madness Flea Market. Free admission. Antique radios, books, dishes, shoes, jewelry, art, furniture & more! Also serving a taco bar for lunch
1992 Chevy Caprice 4 door. Full power. Cold Air conditioning, new stereo $2250 or best offer. Call 815-915-5204
-600Transportation 614 • Car Sales ******* $$ CASH PAID $$ We pay top dollar for junk (cars, machinery, etc.) Call 815-878-9353
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616 • Motorcycles 1985 Gold Wing, 1200cc. Interstate. New tires, battery, new seat & more Runs great. $2,700. Call 815-878-4158
YOU NEVER KNOW WHAT YOU MIGHT FIND right here in the Bureau County Republican Classified! You could find furniture, appliances, pets, musical instruments, tools, anything. You might even find a kitchen sink!
PUBLIC AUCTION
BUREAU COUNTY FARMLAND CONCORD AND WYANET TOWNSHIPS
280 +/- Acres
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
767 • Mobile Home Sales 3 Bedroom Mobile Home for sale. $2,000 down, $413.02 monthly for 3 years; 2 bedroom mobile home, $1,000 down, $319.01 monthly for 3 years. Both includes lot rent, garbage pick up and water. Call 815-303-2948 or 708-805-1950
767 • Mobile Home Sales Stop Renting! Use your tax refund to finance: Hollypark, 14'x70', 2 bedroom, 1 bath; Fleetwood 16'x72', 2 bedroom, 2 bath; Fairmont 14'x72' 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Quiet rural community just minutes from Princeton's northend shopping district. Affordable monthly payments, easy application. Call 815-875-1502
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Auction to be held at the Tumbleson Auction Center, 1635 North Main Street, Princeton, IL, Located 100 miles West of Chicago, IL just off INT 80, Exit 56, South on Rt. 26. (Behind the Sherwood Antique Mall) on:
SAT., MARCH 28, 2015
TIME: 8:30 A.M. OUTSIDE 10:00 A.M. INSIDE View Listing & Photos on website: www.tumblesonauction.com Outside w/ Hayracks to Include Diesel Truck Tools, Mack Tools, Caterpillar & Mack Service Manuals, Step Co. Pistol Sleeve Sets, Starett Micrometers 1” & 2”, Truck Wheel Wrench Sockets, Detroit & Mack Specialty Tools, Glassware, Collectibles & Household Items 1998 CHEVY S-10 4 Cylinder 2.2. Liter TRUCK & 1997 DIXON LAWNMOWER 15 HSP Dbl Bagger & Leaf Vacuum on Side w/ One Year Old Battery ANTIQUE & MODERN FURNITURE: Victorian Love Seat & Matching Parlor Chairs; Dining Table & Chairs; Several Primitive Pine Cabinets; Cigar Humidor Cabinet; Drop Leaf Table & Chairs; Antique High Chairs; Old Ornate Stove; Several Old Pressed Back Rockers; Iron Beds; Modern: Complete Dining Room Set; Pine Sofa/Love Seat Set; Bedroom Set w/ Twin Beds; TWO Like New TempurPedic Twin Beds w/ Lift Head & Foot; Bunk Bed Set; Various Dressers; Lazy Boy Rocker Recliners; Broyhill Sofa; Several Kitchen Table & Chairs; Many Table Lamps; Various Sm. Rugs & Area Rugs; Hot Point Refrigerator & GE Electric Stove; Old Maytag Wringer Washer CHINA, GLASSWARE, ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES: Set of Spode England B&W China; Amcrest China; Noritake Blue Haven Progression China; Lg. Set of Blue and White Pfaltzgraff Dishes; Etched Glass Pitcher & Goblets; Painted Plates; Pink Depression; Ruby Flash; Flo Blue; Coffee Grinder; Various Ornate Silver Flatware; Old Dolls; Children’s Old Shoes & Rubber Boots; Old Bread Molds; Child’s Pearl Toy Stove; Linens; Lg. Group of Costume Jewelry; Very Lg. Collection of Movie DVD’s & VCR Tapes; Child’s John Deere Pedal Tractor and Wagon by Ertl; Xtreme Child’s Scooter BOOKS, MAGAZINES & ADVERTISING: Many Old Books Including Children’s, Literature, Classics, Collector, Cookbooks; Old Sheet Music; Scrapbooks; Old Valentines; Comic Books; Old Newspapers; Many Old Adv. Paper Ads Including Car, Magazines & Prints; Framed Pepsi & Coca Cola Ads; Adv. Kelly Tires Clock; Winston & Salem Cigarette Thermometer Adv. Signs; Punch Board and MORE!! PLEASE NOTE: Many Boxes Yet to be Unpacked & Many Box Lots!!!
DARRELL EFNOR, Bradford, DONALD & JOAN FESCENMEYER ESTATE, SELLERS:
Spring Valley & Others
TUMBLESON AUCTION COMPANY, PRINCETON, IL E-mail: ttauction@yahoo.com or Phone 815-872-1852 Auctioneers: TOM & MARY TUMBLESON & TIFFANY FOES
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767 • Mobile Home Sales **************** PUBLISHER'S NOTICE All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call, HUD tollfree at 800 669-9777. The toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 800 927-9275 DO YOU HAVE A PLACE TO SELL? The Bureau County Republican Classified can help you find the right person to move in.
768 • Homes For Sale PRINCETON-FOR SALE Large, older, 2 story, 4 bedroom house on South Euclid. 2 car attached garage. Central air, large yard. Move in ready. Contract for deed considered. $164,500. Call 815-875-1923
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SPRING VALLEY Brick Ranch. 3 Bedroom, 2 bath, full basement, 2 car attached garage, 2 acres+, quiet wooded area. $155,000. 815-343-9014
PRINCETON 3 bedroom, central air, no pets. Available immediately. Security deposit, $650 a month. Call 815-303-2665
WYANET 2 bedroom, 1 bath, 2 bay carport, storage shed, low taxes, $20,000. Cleaning efficient. Call 815-646-4031 or 773-213-3808
856 • Apartment Rentals LARGE 1 Bedroom, 1 bath. all appliances, washer & dryer, garage space & full basement. Victorian. $500/month & $500/deposit, 815-915-7251 to see or owner-- GA 404728-6898, week days, jluvibugi@aim.com PRINCETON 2 bedroom, $570. 437 East Marion. Heat, water, garbage, covered parking, laundry. No pets. Call 309-912-8017 PRINCETON 2 bedroom, recently remodeled. Great neighborhood. Lease, deposit. $600. 810 South Euclid. Call 217-766-8497 PRINCETON 3 bedroom apartment. Porch, big kitchen, dishwasher, laundry. No Pets. $675 per month. 815-793-7798 PRINCETON Large, 2 bedroom, upstairs apartment. 1 car garage. Close to Zearing Park. $500 per month. 815-875-1923 PRINCETON New luxury 2 bedroom apartment, garage & appliances included. $795 a month + utilities, lease & deposit required. No pets. Must see! 815-878-1984
858 • Homes for Rent PRINCETON 3 bedroom home. Basement, central air, 2 car garage. $700 a month. 815-875-1923
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999 • Legal Notices 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
Terry Ellberg Broker Associate
815-878-0619
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LAURY’S NEW LISTING!
810 Bruce Lane, Princeton 4 BD, Pool, FP, Finished Basement $214,500
Laury Mavity Broker Associate
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Writing located at 303 W. Commercial Street, Neponset, IL 61345. 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.
(the “Area”) as a business district within the meaning of the Illinois Business District Development and Redevelopment Act found at 65 ILCS 5/11-74.31 et. seq. (the “Act”), the approval of a proposed business district development plan (the “Plan”) for the Area and the imposition of a retailer’s occupation tax and service occupation tax under authority of the Act (the “Sales Tax”) at a rate not to exceed 1%. The Area proposed for designation as a business district contains approximately 27.97 acres and is legally described as follows: Backbone Road West Business District Boundary Description
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. /s/Kamala S. Hieronymus Bureau County Clerk Published in the Bureau County Republican Mar. 12, 19 and 26, 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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Part of the Southwest Quarter (SW1/4) of Section Four (4) and part of the Southeast Quarter (SE1/4) of Section Five (5), all in Township Sixteen (16) North, Range Nine (9) East of the Fourth (4th) Principal Meridian, City of Princeton, Bureau County, Illinois, bounded and described as follows, to wit: Commencing at the Southwest corner of the Northeast Quarter (NE1/4) of the Southeast Quarter (SE1/4) of said Section Five (5); thence North 89 degrees 29 minContinued on page 21
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE CITY OF PRINCETON, BUREAU COUNTY, ILLINOIS REGARDING DESIGNATION OF THE BACKBONE ROAD WEST AREA BUSINESS DISTRICT UNDER AUTHORITY OF 65 ILCS 5/11-74.3-1, ET. SEQ., ADOPTION OF A PLAN FOR REDEVELOPMENT OF THE BUSINESS DISTRICT, SOLICITATION OF PROPOSALS FOR DEVELOPMENT WITHIN THE BUSINESS DISTRICT AND IMPOSITION OF A SALES TAX TO FUND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE PLAN NOTICE, is hereby given that on March 30th, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at the City of Princeton City Hall, 2 S Main Street, Princeton, IL the City Council of the City of Princeton (the “City”) will conduct a public hearing to consider the designation of a proposed development project area hereinafter described
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Ridgefield Road Lot for Sale! New Listing! Lot for Sale Ridgefield Road - $24,900. Great .97 acre lot - frontage in Deer Run North (lot next door also for sale - for a total size of 1.76 acres $44,900 for both). Broker Owned. #08856255
Lot For Sale Deer Run South
Ridgefield Road Lot for Sale!
PROUD TO ANNOUNCE LANDMARK REALTY ONCE AGAIN RANKED #1 IN BUREAU COUNTY & PRINCETON AREA FOR SALES OF ALL PROPERTY TYPES IN 2014!!*
*based on Midwest Real Estate Data 1/1/14 - 12/31/14
1.76 Acre Lot For Sale Ridgefield Rd
Lot For Sale Greencroft Subdivision
New Listing! Lot for Sale New Listing! Double New Listing! Lot for Sale Ridgefield Road - $24,900. Lot For Sale! Lots 21 & $14,900 Located on Bruce Great .79 acre lot - frontage in 3 on Ridgefield Road - totals Lane & Boyd Avenue - Princeton! Deer Run North (lot next door 1.76 acres in this established Great corner lot - 100 ft. x 111.2 also for sale - for a total size of subdivision. Priced at $44,900 for ft. . Build a home facing either 1.76 acres $44,900 for both). two fantastic contiguous building Boyd avenue or Bruce Lane. Broker Owned. #08856266 lots. Broker Owned. #08856290 Broker Owned. #08856162
Lot For Sale Deer Run North
Lot For Sale Eastmor Drive
New Listing! $27,900 Lot for Sale - Deer Run South on Fairway Drive. $27,900. Perfect .64 acre lot near end of cul-de-sac. Near the golf course - last vacant lot on left. Broker Owned. #08856128
New Listing! $27,900 Lots For Sale! $28,900 Price Reduced! $135,000 Lot For Sale in Deer Run North. Eastmor Drive - 109 ft. x 138.3 Totally updated - 2013 roof, Lot 14 offers tranquil tree-lined ft lot size - located in central siding, windows, electrical & .77 acre lot. (175 ft. x 201 ft). location on street with many plumbing. Corner lot. 2013 A great place to build your new beautiful homes. Spacious new kitchen. Hardwood floors, home - call our office. Broke corner lot - just waiting for 2 car garage, FR w/ FP & 4 Owned. #08856225 your new home. #08758627 season porch. #08808799
Price Reduced! $95,000 Updated 3 BR home w/ newer 2 car garage on 175 ft. deep corner lot. Lovely patio. Fenced area. Newer kitchen, updated baths. 2010 Furnace/AC. #08768107
Price Reduced! $104,000 Price Reduced - Country Price Reduced! $170,000 Princeton! Better than new - Home! $135,000! 3.9 acres Country Home & Outbuildings interior gutted and restored. w/ home - 4 BR, mud room, - all on 2.87 acres! Home 3 BR, main laundry, deck enclosed porch, updated is under renovation w/ tear overlooking landscape yard. bath, updated deep well plus out done & framed ready to New windows, wiring, walls, 24’x48’ pole building. (2 acres finish. Great location - close carpet & More! #08773367 cash rented). #08701023 to Princeton! #08758610
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Continued from page 20 utes 13 seconds West, along the South line of the Northeast Quarter (NE1/4) of said Southeast Quarter (SE1/4), 309.56 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence continuing North 89 degrees 29 minutes 13 seconds West, 163.33 feet along said South line to the Southwest corner of the premises described in Document No. 2013R05220 in the Office of the Bureau County Recorder; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 53 seconds West, 523.82 feet (526.0 feet Deed) along the West line of said premises, to a point on the Southerly right-of-way line for F.A.I. Route 80; thence South 74 degrees 27 minutes 06 seconds East, 175.52 feet along said Southerly right-of-way line; thence South 55 degrees 47 minutes 12 seconds East, 375.86 feet along said Southerly right-of-way line; thence South 79 degrees 12 minutes 25 seconds East, 287.87 feet along said Southerly right-ofway line to a point on the Southwesterly right-of-way line of F.A. Route 316 (Ill. Route 26); thence South 24 degrees 48 minutes 28 seconds East, 166.25 feet along said Southwesterly right-of-way line; thence South 47 degrees 04 minutes 35 seconds East, 16.37 feet along said Southwesterly right-of-way line; thence Southeasterly, 1353.25 feet more or less, along said Southwesterly right-of-way line to a point on the Northerly rightof-way line of County Highway No. 9 (Backbone Road); thence Southwesterly, along said Northerly right-of-way line, at an angle of 123 degrees 36 minutes 06 seconds as measured counterclockwise from the last described course, a distance of 35.00 feet; thence Westerly, along said Northerly right-of-way line, at an angle of 129 degrees 00 minutes 04 seconds as measured counterclockwise from the last described course, a distance of 240.00 feet; thence Westerly, at an angle of 178 degrees 34 minutes 42 seconds as measured counterclockwise from the last described course, a distance of 396.85 feet to the Southeast corner of Baileys Subdivision; thence Northerly, along the East line thereof, at an angle of 91 degrees 37 minutes 40 seconds as measured counterclockwise from the last described course, a distance of 281.55 feet; thence Northerly along said East line, at an angle of 179 degrees 48 minutes 35 seconds as measured clockwise from the last described course, a distance of 82.76 feet to the Northeast corner of Lot Three (3) in said Subdivision; thence Westerly, along the North line of said Lot Three (3) and the Westerly extension thereof, at an angle of 90 degrees 01 minutes 39 seconds (90 degree plat), as measured clockwise from the last described course, a distance of 216.0 feet to the intersection of said North line extended and the Southerly extension of the East line of Lot Twenty (20) in said Subdivision; thence Northerly, along said East line and said Southerly extension at an angle of 89 degrees 54 minutes 10 seconds (90 degree plat) as measured counterclockwise from the last described course, a distance of 186.80 feet to the Northeast corner of said Lot Twenty (20); thence Westerly, along the North line of said Lot Twenty (20), at an angle of 90 degrees as measured clockwise from the last described course, a distance of 140.04 feet to the Northwest corner of said Lot Twenty (20), said point being the East line of Lot Twenty-one (21) in said Subdivision; thence Northerly, along said East line, at an angle of 90 degrees as measured counterclockwise from the last described course, a distance of 50.0 feet to the Northeast corner of said Lot Twenty-one (21); thence Northeasterly, along the North line thereof, at an angle of 121 degrees 44 minutes 30 seconds as measured clockwise from the last described course, a distance of 75.72 feet to the Northwest corner of said Lot Twenty-one (21); thence Northerly, at an angle of 122 degrees 00 minutes 20 seconds as measured counterclockwise from the last described course, a distance of 606.72 feet to the Point of Beginning, containing 27.97 acres, more or less. The Area may be generally located within the City by reference to the following streets and landmarks: General Description of Area The Area is generally bounded on the North by Interstate 80, on the East by Main Street, on the South by Backbone Road and on the west by Bailey subdivision. The Plan provides generally for the disposition and/or development of real estate located within the Area, the acquisition and sale of land, the con-
struction of various public infrastructure necessary to serve the Area. The Plan provides for the borrowing of funds and the payment of debt service on obligations (if necessary) and for the imposition of the Sales Tax at a rate not to exceed 1%. The Plan also provides for utilization of sales tax revenue generated within the Area to pay costs incurred in connection with implementation of the Plan and other business district project costs as authorized by the Act. All persons are hereby invited to submit alternate proposals or bids for any proposed conveyance, lease, mortgage or other disposition by the City of land or rights in land owned by the City and located within the Area. The proposed Plan, a map of the Area and a description of land or rights in land owned by the municipality are on file and available for public inspection at the office of the City Clerk at 2 South Main Street, Princeton, IL 61356. All interested persons may file written comments with the City Clerk prior to or during the hearings and may be heard orally during the hearings with respect to any issues regarding the approval of the Plan, the designation of the Area as a business district and the adoption of the Sales Tax at a rate not to exceed 1%. The hearing may be adjourned to another date by the City Council of the City without further notice other than a motion to be entered upon the minutes of the hearing fixing the time and place of the subsequent hearing. Peter Nelson, City Clerk City of Princeton Published in the Bureau County Republican Mar. 17 and 19, 2015.
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.
Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-14-15816 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 14 CH 00063 TJSC#: 35-2637 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I648917 Published in the Bureau County Republican March 19, 26 and April 2, 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
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 13TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT BUREAU COUNTY PRINCETON, ILLINOIS FIRST STATE BANK ) Plaintiff, ) -v.- ) SANDRA K. REIDIES, et al ) Defendant ) 14 CH 00063 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 28, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 11:30 AM on April 30, 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 2 IN BLOCK 9 IN DEVLIN’S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF SPRING VALLEY, EXCEPT COAL AND MINERALS AND THE RIGHT TO MINE AND REMOVE THE SAME. Commonly known as 205 W. DAKOTA STREET, SPRING VALLEY, IL 61362 Property Index No. 18-34-426-006. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. 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, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-14-15816. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial
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.
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.
construct the Bailey Subdivision Watermain. Sealed bids clearly marked “Materials – Bailey Watermain” will be accepted until 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 2, 2015 at the City of Princeton City Hall. Bid packets are available and may be picked up between the hours of 8:30 am and 4:30 p.m. at City Hall, 2 S. Main Street Princeton, IL. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids and waive technicalities in bidding. Published in the Bureau County Republican Mar. 17, 19, 21 and 24, 2015.
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 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
MATERIALS Bailey Watermain Invitation to Bid The City of Princeton, Illinois, will accept sealed bids for the materials, including delivery, needed to
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 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.
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
Visit us at www.bcrnews.com for the stories that people are talking about! IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 13TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT BUREAU COUNTY PRINCETON, ILLINOIS FIRST STATE BANK ) Plaintiff, ) -v.) SANDRA K. REIDIES, et al ) Defendant ) 14 CH 00063 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 28, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 11:30 AM on April 30, 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 2 IN BLOCK 9 IN DEVLIN’S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF SPRING VALLEY, EXCEPT COAL AND MINERALS AND THE RIGHT TO MINE AND REMOVE THE SAME. Commonly known as 205 W. DAKOTA STREET, SPRING VALLEY, IL 61362 Property Index No. 18-34-426-006. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. 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, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 7949876 Please refer to file number 14-14-15816. 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. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-14-15816 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 14 CH 00063 TJSC#: 35-2637 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I648917 Published in the Bureau County Republican March 19, 26, and April 2, 2015.
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Stitch by stitch Quilt show is this weekend PRINCETON — The Covered Bridge Quilters Guild Bi-Annual Show will kick off this weekend at the Bureau County Fairgrounds. The show will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 21, and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 22. There will be more than 200 quilts shown and judged. Janet Moreland of Malden (pictured) has been selected to be the featured quilter at this year’s show. Moreland has been with the Covered Bridge Quilters Guild since it began in the ‘70s. Her earliest memory of quilting is playing under the quilting frame at Grandma Palmer’s church during their ladies aid meetings. Moreland is pictured with a quilt she made and a box she painted to match her quilting stitches. IV Scene photo/Goldie Currie
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This Week 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 815-8822800, 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’oeuvres 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 815872-0821. 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 teach techniques to overcome problems with surname spelling, learn to search in the correct location and review cases which while help unlock early census records. Richmond Hill Players will hold auditions for three summer productions of there 2015 season from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 21, and Sunday, March 22, at the Richmond Hill Barn Theatre in Geneseo. Roles area available for 30-36 players, adult males and females, ages early 20s to elderly. The production are “The Boys Next Door” by Tom Griffin, “The Robin Hood Caper” by Fred Carmichael and “Down to Earth” by Bettye Knap. For more information, visit www.rhplayers. com or call 309-944-2244. An Audition form is available for download from the website.
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 Henry County Genealogical Society will meet
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at 1:30 p.m. Monday, March 23, at the Kewanee Public Library in the second floor meeting room. Randy Anderson, the last Bishop Hill postmaster, will present a program on the history of the Bishop Hill post office. 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 LaSalle County Tea Party will host Congressman Joe Walsh Tuesday, March 24, at the Pitstick Pavilion, 3401 N. Route 23, Ottawa. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the meeting begins at 7 p.m. 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 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 815-6432025. 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 with the bunny. Toy tractor collectors and enthusiasts will be out in force in Bishop Hill from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 28, and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 29, to see a variety of John Deere, Case and International Harvester toy tractors and
farm implements. More than 100 toy tractors and implements of all shapes, sizes and brands will be exhibited at the Steeple Building Museum, 103 N. Bishop Hill St. For more information, call 309927-3899, email bah@ mymctc.net or visit www. bishophillheritage.org. 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. An event to honor Chief Walks with the Wind of the Ho Chunk Nation will take place from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, March 29, in the Great hall at Starved Rock Lodge. His grandson, White Winnebago — Jerry Savage (Ho Chunk Ska Gah) will lead the ceremonies and songs. 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. 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.
Auction Calendar 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 11 — Henry County farmland, 10 a.m., sale held at 135 W. Center St. (Stenzel Auction Service Business Office), Cambridge, Stenzel Auction Service Inc., 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, 19, a program on publishing your book will be at 6:30 p.m. by author Amanda McNeill. Friday, March 20, Coffee and Couplets at the Four and Twenty Cafe at 7 p.m. Monday, March 23, the Monday Night Movie will begin at 6:30 p.m. and will feature a Chicago playwright who uses self-hypnosis to find the actress whose vintage portrait hangs in a grand hotel. Tuesday, March 24, preschool story time and craft will be at 10:30 a.m. The theme is Easter and lambs. Also, a concert by the Covered Bridge Barber Shop Choir will be at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 26, a program on women artists from the late Renaissance through the 20th century will be presented at 6:30 p.m. by Dana Collins. SPRING VALLEY — Friday, April 10, Secretary of State Jesse White, in cooperation with the Richard A. Mautino Memorial Library, is offering a Rules of the Road Review course for all citizens in the Illinois Valley area. The course is from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. It is a free program and the purpose of the
course is to help participants pass the Illinois driver’s license renewal examination. The course prepares applicants for the general written and road examinations and also provides information on the vision screening. Call the library at 815663-4741 to register or stop by the library at 215 E. Cleveland St. 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 — The Tiskilwa Public 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. Tuesday, March 24, the library will have a visit from “Harry Potter” — the therapy dog from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Kids may read to him. Call the library to set up an appointment, just so there is not a long wait. Call 815-646-4511. Wednesday, March 25, Ron Behrends from Country Financial will talk about long-term care and estate planning at 2 p.m.
in the community room. WYANET — 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 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. LADD — Preschool story times are held at 10 a.m. Tuesdays in the children’s department. Story times feature a variety of activities including stories, songs, crafts and much more. March themes include: bunnies on March 24 and Easter eggs on March 31. Anyone interested in the library book club may contact the library at 815-894-3254. 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: 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. 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.
Here’s your library Cherry Library — Village Hall, Cherry Granville — 815-339-2038 Hennepin —815-925--7020 Ladd Public Library — 125 N. Main St., Ladd, 815-894-3254 LaMoille Clarion Library — 81 Main St., LaMoille, 815-638-2356 Leepertown Township Library — 201 E. Nebraska St., Bureau, 815-659-3283 Magnolia —815-869-3038 Mason Memorial Library — 104 W. Main St., Buda, 309-895-7701 McNabb — 815-339-2378 Princeton Public Library — 698 E. Peru St., Princeton, 815-875-1331 Mineral-Gold Public Library — 120 E. Main St., Mineral, 309-288-3971 Neponset Public Library — 201 Commercial St., Neponset, 309-594-2204 Ohio Township Library — 112 N. Main St., Ohio, 815-376-5422 Putnam (Condit) — 815-437-2811 Raymond A. Sapp Memorial Library — 103 E. Main St., Wyanet, 815-699-2342 Richard A. Mautino Memorial Library — 215 E. Cleveland St., Spring Valley, 815-663-4741 Selby Township Library — 101 Depot St., DePue, 815-447-2660 Sheffield Public Library — 136 E. Cook St., Sheffield, 815-454-2628 Standard — 815-339-2471 Tiskilwa Library — 119 E. Main St., Tiskilwa, 815-646-4511 Walnut Public Library — 101 Heaton St., Walnut, 815-3792159 If you would like to include your news on our Library Corner page, send your items to Goldie Currie at gcurrie@bcrnews.com. For more information, call Currie at 815-875-4461, ext. 236.
BUREAU — The Leepertown Township Public Library is open from 2 to 6 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday; 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday; and from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. The library has computers for patron usage, as well as copier, scanning and fax services. Call 815-659-3283 for information. (The fax number is the same as the phone number.) PERU — Thursday, March 26, the Peru Public Library will host historian Jim Gibbons, who will tell the story of the Chicago school fire that happened on Dec. 1, 1958, which claimed the lives of 92 students and three nuns. It was the third largest fire in Chicago history and the third largest school fire in the U.S. The program begins at 6 p.m. in the library’s main reading area. During his presentation, Gibbons will also discuss the life and death of Margaret (Peggy) Anne Sansonetti, who was killed that day by smoke inhalation in the fire at age 10. For more information on Gibbons’ upcoming presentation, contact the Peru Public Library. This program is free and open to all ages. MAGNOLIA — Magnolia Branch Library will have
homework hour from 4 to 5 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays 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. 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. It is at 10 a.m. every Tuesday. 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. 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 – 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.
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Cool Kids' Corner is a new section in the Illinois Valley Scene, which appears in the Bureau County Republican and the Putnam County Record. It is created for kids by kids. Have your child submit a joke, easy-to-follow recipe, short story or fun fact to columnist Logan Serpette. Please include their name, town and age so they can get proper credit for their work.
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Silly book titles
Read these hilarious book titles a reader sent me By Andrew Peacock of Princeton, age 9, third grade at St. Louis Catholic School in Princeton: 1. My Golden Wedding by Annie Versary. 2. The Terrible Problem by Major Setback. 3. A Load of Old Rubbish by Stephan Nonsense. 4.Tape Recording for Beginners by Cassette. 5. Don’t Leave Without Me by Isa Coming. 6. A Call for Assistance by Linda Hand. 7. Return of the Prodigal by Gretta Sonne. 8. The Laser Weapon by Ray Gunn. 9. Lost in the Desert by Diana Thirst. 10. Romantic Remembrance by Valentine Card. 11. The Haunted Room by Hugo First. 12. Making Weatherproof Clothes by Rainier Day. 13. Making Millions by Ivor Lott. 14. The Strongman by Everhard Muscles. 15. Making Snacks by San Widge.
That’s a fact, Jack Fun facts about the world
Cool things about the British Isles: • You can find Stonehenge here. • The Loch Ness Monster supposedly lives here. Is it real or not? What do you think? • Famous writer William Shakespeare lived here.
LOL jokes Teacher: If you insist on talking, I’ll have to send you to the principal’s office. Student: Oh, does the principal need somebody to talk to? ••• Q. Why did the boy hold his report card over his head? A. He was trying to raise his grades. ••• Q. Why are tomatoes the slowest fruit? A. They are always trying to ketchup. ••• Q. Why was the owl a poor student? A. He just didn’t give a hoot!
What town do you live in: I live in Spring Valley, Illinois. When did you start practicing magic: I started going to the library and learning about magic when I was 9 years old. That’s when my magical journey began, and I have been doing magic professionally for over 25 years.
You are the star!
Check out these jokes readers sent in Ellie Welte, 8 years old, Princeton: Q. My dad has a Harley Davidson motorcycle. We have a dog. What do you
What is your favorite trick, and why: My favorite close-up effect is the little red sponge balls. The way this trick affects people, it makes them smile and laugh out loud.
in a different light.
Can you figure out tricks by other magicians: Yes. Magic is a talent and the more you practice it, the better you will become. When you understand the principles of magic, you see it
What advice can you give children who would like to become magicians: When I got interested in magic, there was no World Wide Web or YouTube. I spent many hours in the library researching magic and learning the history. The cool part about learning magic from a book is that it’s like arts and crafts, you learn how to make magic without going to the magic shop and spending a lot of money. I know there is a lot of information on the Internet, but I still recommend going to the library.
think we named him? A. Harley Doguson. Get it? Lexi Serpette, 7, Henry: Knock, knock. Who’s there? Freeze. Freeze who? Freeze a jolly good fellow. Maryen Crawley, 8, Henry: Q. Why wasn’t Cinderel-
la good at soccer? A. She was always running away from the ball.
What do you like best about being a magician: Being able to meet people and share my magic and possibly influence or inspire someone enough to learn a little magic.
We the people
Learn about famous people
Question: What did President Ronald Reagan say to his wife after he was shot in an attempted assassination? Answer: “Honey, I forgot to duck.”
Want to see your name in the paper? Hey, kids! Do you have something you want to see in the newspaper? Email your jokes, recipes and other items to me at coolkidscorner@outlook.com. I can’t wait to read your stories and try your recipes. When you email me, make sure you include your name, your hometown and how old you are, so you can be famous in the newspaper.
Jumble mumble answers: 1. baseball; 2. tennis; 3. catch; 4. golf; 5. play; 6. volleyball; 7. ski; and 8. sledding.
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Chicken has so many ways to prepare is, so you can come up with a meal that almost anybody will like.
Crispy Chicken Fingers 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup dry bread crumbs 2 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon salt 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1 egg 1 cup buttermilk 1 3/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into strips Fat for deep fat frying In a large resalable plastic bag, combine the first six ingredients. In a shallow bowl, whisk egg and buttermilk. Dip a few pieces of chicken at a time in buttermilk mixture, then place in bag; seal and shake to coat. In an electric skillet, heat oil to 375°. Fry chicken, a few strips at a time for 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until a meat thermometer reads 170°. Drain on paper towels. Serves 7.
French’s Crunchy Onion Chicken 1 1/3 cups French’s french fried onions 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts 1 egg, beaten Crush french fried onions in plastic bag. Dip chicken into egg, then coat in onion crumbs. Bake 20 minutes at 400° until cooked through.
Skillet Chicken Pot Pie Chicken Pie Filling 1/3 cup butter 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 1 1/2 cups chicken broth 1 1/2 cups milk 1 1/2 teaspoons Creole seasoning 2 tablespoons butter 1 large sweet onion, diced 1 8-ounce package sliced fresh mushrooms 4 cups shredded cooked chicken 2 cups frozen cubed hash browns 1 cup matchstick carrots 1 cup frozen small sweet peas 1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley Pastry Crust 1 14.1-ounce package refrigerated pie crusts 1 egg white To prepare filling: Preheat oven to 350°. Melt 1/3 cup butter in a large saucepan over medium heat; add all-purpose flour and cook, whisking constantly, 1 minute. Gradually add chicken broth and milk and
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cook, whisking constantly, 6 to 7 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Remove from heat and stir in Creole seasoning. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large Dutch oven over medium high heat; add onion and mushrooms and sauté 10 minutes or until tender. Stir in chicken, next 4 ingredients and sauce. To prepare crust: Place 1 pie crust in a lightly greased 10-inch cast iron skillet. Spoon chicken mixture over pie crust and top with remaining pie crust. Whisk egg white until foamy; brush top of pie crust with egg white. Cut 4 to 5 slits in top of pie for steam to escape. Bake at 350° for 1 hour and 5 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
Country Chicken with Gravy 3/4 cup crushed corn flakes 1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 tablespoons fat free evaporated milk 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each) 2 teaspoons canola oil Gravy 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup fat free evaporated milk 1/4 cup condensed chicken broth, undiluted 1 teaspoon condensed chicken broth 2 tablespoons minced chives In a shallow bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Place milk in another shallow bowl. Dip chicken in milk, and then roll in cornflake mixture. In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook chicken in oil over medium heat for 6 to 8 minutes on each side or until meat thermometer reads 170°. Meanwhile in a small saucepan, melt butter; stir in the flour, pepper and salt until smooth. Gradually stir in the milk, broth and 1 teaspoon chicken broth. Bring to a boil, cook and stir for 1 to 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in chives. Serve with chicken. Serves 4. 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.
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IVCC Jazz Ensemble will host David Hoffman at its next concert Sunday, March 22.
IVCC Jazz Ensemble will present concert Guest artist will be David Hoffman OGLESBY — The Illinois Valley Community College Jazz Ensemble will perform at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 22, with guest artist David Hoffman. A former performer and resident of Springfield, Hoffman went on to become the trumpet and flugelhorn soloist as well as a composer and arranger for the Ray Charles Orchestra. During his stint with Charles, he played extensively in Europe, North and South America, Africa and Asia, including Charles’ first trip to Russia in 1994 and the return visit
in 2000, where he played with the Moscow Symphony Orchestra. He has also performed with the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra at the Hollywood Bowl. Hoffman has appeared on television in France, Italy, Great Britain, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Germany, Austria, Holland, Spain, Russia, Portugal, Japan, Argentina and Brazil. In the United States he has appeared on The Tonight Show on NBC, Live at Newport on PBS, Merv Griffin’s New Year’s Eve Celebration, The ABC 24 Hour Millennium Marathon and the Fox TV special Ray Charles, 50 Years of Music, where he accom-
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panied Stevie Wonder, Gladys Knight, Michael McDonald, Randy Travis and Willie Nelson. He has performed at most of the world’s major jazz festivals, including Newport, JVC, Nice, Antibes, Boston Globe, North Sea, Montreal and Montreux. At the concert, Hoffman will perform one of his works with the band as well as other jazz standards. Local vocal artist Amanda Krocker will join him on his composition as well as on one other song featuring her talents. The concert will be at the Illinois Valley Community College Cultural Center and is free to the public.
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Senior spotlight Grant Hill • Hall High School Name: Grant Hill. School: Hall High School. Date/place of birth: Spring Valley, Illinois; Sept. 13, 1996. Hometown: Spring Valley. Family: Mom, Gina; sister, Destiny; brother, Bryce. Sports: Basketball, football, baseball. Favorite sport and why: Basketball because it is the most fun. Favorite food and where to get it: Burger from Rip’s. Likes: Hanging out with friends. Dislikes: School. Person with the greatest influence on my athletic career (and why): My team because they always push me to do better. Person with the greatest influence in my life (and why): My mother because she always wants me to do everything to my best ability. If stranded on a deserted island, I would have my: Compass. The last song I listened to: “Pleeze” by Dom Kennedy. People would be surprised to know: I often enjoy reading romantic novels. I stay home to watch: “Breaking Bad.” When I need luck for a big game, I: Take a nap, then eat a Snickers bar right before the game. What they’ll say about me at school after I graduate: I hope they would say that I was a good athlete. Most embarrassing moment: Tripping up the stairs my freshman year. Most unforgettable moment: Beating St. Bede in regionals and the student section storming the court. Ultimate sports fantasy: To be drafted by the NBA. What I would like to do in life: Graduate college and then have a good job to support a family. Three words that best describe myself: Athletic, outgoing and humble.
Hall High School’s Grant Hill says basketball is his favorite sport, because it is the most fun.
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Getting ready to play ball The Princeton Tigers recently got some bunting practice in, preparing for the 2015 season. Much warmer temperatures the past week have helped melt the snow and dry out area fields. The Tigers are scheduled to open the season Thursday, March 19, at Rock Falls. Other area teams were scheduled to start earlier in the week.
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Manlius sign-ups, fish fry MANLIUS — The Manlius Baseball Association will hold its annual summer league sign-ups and fish fry from 5-7 p.m. Friday, March 20, at the Manlius Sportsman’s Club. All players, including tee ball, minor league baseball, little league baseball and girls softball, may sign up at this time. To volunteer or for more information, call Chris Smith at 815-303-8879.
PYBSL sign-ups
PRINCETON — Registration for Princeton Youth Baseball and Softball, in partnership with the Princeton Optimist Club, will be from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 18, and 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 21, at the Prouty Building. PYBSL is affiliated with the Western Bureau Valley League.
PHS 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 815-875-3308 or send a check payable to PHS Basketball at 103 S. Euclid Ave., Princeton, IL 61356.
Booster Club drawdown
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. Rodeo Drive will also perform. For tickets, call or text Kelley at 815878-7737 for send a message on the Booster Club’s Facebook page.
Whitetails Unlimited
PRINCETON — The Whitetails Unlimited Illinois Valley Banquet will be 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.
MWC returns to Valley
SPRING VALLEY — One of competitive walleye fishing’s oldest rites of spring continues March 20-21 as the Cabela’s Masters Walleye Circuit returns to the Illinois River for a qualifying tournament at Spring Valley. The tournament offers winter-weary walleye and sauger fans the chance to compete for thousands of dollars in cash and prizes in a professionally-run team format. Part of an expanded lineup of A-list destinations for the 2015 season, the event also is timed to allow competitors to enjoy great fishing. Long a must-fish destination for serious sauger junkies, the Illinois produces fish on a variety of patterns, including jigging or trolling channel edges and other structural sweet spots. Scott Rhodes and Jeff Koester won the 2014 Cabela’s MWC tournament with a 10-fish limit weighing 26 pounds, 4 ounces, caught by hand-lining crankbaits laced with walleye-formula Berk-
ley PowerBait Attractant. New for the Cabela’s MWC Illinois River event, inspections and weigh-ins will be held at the Spring Valley Boat Club. Take-off is 7 a.m. and weigh-ins begin at 3 p.m. As a bonus to budding tournament fans, the Cabela’s MWC, National Professional Anglers Association, Pure Fishing and Zippo Outdoor Brands will present a youth and family fishing clinic immediately after the dayone weigh-in. The first 50 youths will receive rods and reel combos courtesy of the NPAA.
Illinois River Walleye Classic
SPRING VALLEY — The weekend of March 28-29, the Spring Valley Walleye Club will host the first annual Illinois River Walleye Classic. Come join in the fun in the first ever spring event in SVWC history. The club and their volunteers have a long time history and experience in the operation of a successful event. Entry fee is $400 per team. Based on a full field of 100 teams the payout will be as follows: first place - $12,000; second place - $6,000; third place $3,000; and 4th-10th will also receive a paycheck. Ten percent of the field-All proceeds will benefit the Illinois River Stocking Project. A link to the Spring Valley Walleye Club site where registration forms and a complete listing of rules can be found: at http://www.spring-valley-walleye.org/irwc.html
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BVEC eighth-grade champs The Bureau Valley South Storm eighth-grade squad finished the season at 18-1, winning the BVEC Conference, BVEC Conference Tournament and Stark County Tournament championships. Team members are (front row, from left) Kristy Mathas, Tatum Primo, Madison Mares, Hannah Williams, Saige Barnett and Madisen Thomas; (second row) Madell Carman, Marissa Endress, Jenna Nordstrom, Madison Splitt and Christina Blanford. Coaches are Pat Corwin, Dan Gustafson, Dan DeVenney and Lacey DeVenney.
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 630-551-5068.
L/O Boosters Trivia
LAMOILLE — The LaMoille and Ohio Athletic Boosters will hold a Trivia Night Saturday, April 18, at the LaMoille Lions Club. Doors open at 6 p.m. with trivia to start at 7 p.m. There is a $100 entry fee per 6-10 people team. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top three teams. There will be silent auctions, raffles, snacks and cash bar. To register, call Brian Chasteen at 815-993-3031, Dee Hughes at 815-8662226 or Kim Fahs at 815-303-7733.
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 28. 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. ••• Items for the Happenings section can be emailed to sports@bcrnews.com.
BVEC seventh-grade champs The Bureau Valley South Storm seventh-grade squad finished first in the BVEC with a 7-1 record, finishing 13-5 overall. Team members are (front row, from left) Madison Keffer, Madison Maltas, Kayrissa Newsom, Jamie Allicks and Savanna Birkey; (second row) Mackenzie Law, Leticia Haidara, Saralyn Elmore, Lauren Wirth, Makayla Heller and Riley Aukes; (third row) Alyssa DeSplinter, Jade Aber, Brooke York, Alexe Aguirre, Jenna Nordstrom, Paige Wagner, Tatum Primo and Yely Osorio; and (back row) coaches Lacey DeVenney, Dan Gustafson, Pat Corwin and Dan DeVenney. Missing from photo: Shelby Hemingway.
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