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Beef and Ag Festival rolls into town Plenty of food, fun and entertainment set for Friday

By Terri Simon tsimon@bcrnews.com

PRINCETON — The 2016 Beef and Ag Festival will no doubt draw another big crowd this year, as the activities encompass not only the importance of agriculture in Bureau County but also offer event-goers a variety of food, fun and entertainment.

The Beef and Ag Festival is set for Friday, June 24, on the lawn at Soldiers and Sailors Park on South Main Street in Princeton. The featured fare for hungry event-goers will be the popular rib-eye sandwiches and beef hot dogs, prepared with care by the Bureau County Cattlemen’s Association.

Other foods set to tempt your taste buds are fried mushrooms, compliments of the Princeton Lions Club;

homemade pies (by the slice or whole pies), baked by the Council of Catholic Women (CCW) from St. Louis Catholic Church in Princeton; and Sisler’s Ice Cream, which will be sold by the Cattlemen’s group. Food will be served throughout the evening, or until it’s gone.

New this year to the event is the Kiddie Pedal Pull, sponsored by Patricia Nelson Gebeck, CPA. Registration is at 3:30 p.m., and the pull begins at 4:30 p.m.

Encourage your youngsters to get their muscles ready for this fun-filled event.

Another event for children that will continue throughout the evening — from about 4:30 to 9 p.m. — is Barnyard Discoveries, a great petting zoo, sponsored

by MJ Seed Agency and Linker Seed Agency.

Around 4:30 to 5 p.m., you’ll want to check out the parade of antique tractors at the Bureau County Court-

house Square/Soldiers and Sailors Park. Take a step back in time as you check out these machines from the past and maybe chat with those who love driving their old tractors down Memory Lane.

These tractors/drivers will have started out at about 8:30 a.m. Friday on the annual Beef and Ag Days Tractor Drive and chugged along on the west side of the county. That trail ride leaves from the Bureau County Farm Bureau about 8:30 a.m. About 60 participants/ tractors have committed to the ride.

Many of those same tractors and their drivers will also be participating in the Farm Bureau Foundation’s Tractor Trek, which is set to roll out of Princeton on Saturday at about 8:30 a.m. and head to the

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Perry Memorial Hospital Auxiliary’s Volunteer of the Year Sharon Rabe (left) is pictured with Jeanine Dressler, PMH Auxiliary president.

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It was a very warm Saturday, but the eighth annual Old Wheels Car Show was a success — packed with spectators, vintage cars, motorcycles, tractors, train rides, a bake sale, cookout, music and mascots. This finely-restored 1910 Brush Runabout (pictured here) was one of the many vehicles that had a crowd gathered around it throughout the event.

Making math add up in LaMoille Math program offers benefits to students

By Zachary J. Pratt news@bcrnews.com

LAMOILLE —At the LaMoille School District, a math program is receiving additional attention as the school board looks into an update.

Digits by Pearson was the focus of another demonstration at the LaMoille Community Unit School Board meeting Tuesday, June 16, as board members continue to look into the program’s potential.

Tara Robinson, a Title 1 math specialist working in the district, made a point to note the work problems in the program relate to events the students can connect with.

“All the questions that we are seeing in this series, they really are real life situations, so the students can relate to it,” Robinson said.

Superintendent Ricardo Espinoza also pointed out how the examples used for the program’s questions can help the children relate.

“That’s really neat because that’s algebra, right, but it’s algebra in a concrete example,” he said of an example which was shown on screen at the meeting. The problem in question related to a pancake recipe, and Espinoza made a brief comment of how it could be useful preparing pancakes for Lion’s Club events.

“It’s kind of entertaining too,” Robinson said as an animation was activated to interact with the problem on the screen.

“For the kids, it breaks it up. It’s not all lecture, lecture, lecture,” Matthew Krug, who teaches fifth- and sixth-grade

Rabe is PMH Auxiliary’s Volunteer of the Year More volunteers needed to continue the mission

By Terri Simon tsimon@bcrnews.com

PRINCETON — Since 1948, members of the Perry Memorial Hospital (PMH) Auxiliary have been a force in helping the city-owned hospital secure much-needed equipment and other special items. The volunteers give of themselves through their talents, their services and their pocketbooks.

Earlier in June, PMH Auxiliary member Sharon Rabe was awarded the organization’s Volunteer of the Year Award — an honor meant to recognize someone in the group who has gone above and beyond the call of duty.

PMH Auxiliary President Jeanine Dressler, who is also the corporate compliance officer at the hospital, said Rabe exemplifies the true spirit of the organization’s volunteer efforts.

“We were thrilled to be able to present the award to Sharon, and she couldn’t be more deserving,” Dressler said.

Rabe told the Bureau County Republican the award meant so much to her.

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Electronics finding a new home

Hundreds of area residents waited in a very long line Saturday morning, as evident in the photo at left, taken by Joel Nelson of Princeton. Computers, monitors, TVs and other electronic recyclables were received in Princeton seen in the photo at right. The city charged residents $10 per vehicle and an additional $10 for every TV they wanted to recycle.

That fee helped to offset the fees charged to the city of Princeton by the recycling company. Princeton City Manager Rachel Skaggs said the city will plan more events similar to this one in the future. The event began around 7:30 a.m. and ended just after noon.

‘Pies in the Park’ St. Louis’ CCW prepares for its annual Beef Day pie sale

By Terri Simon PRINCETON — If you’ve noticed a cloud of flour dust over the city of Princeton, there’s a good reason for it.

OK, everybody knows the Beef and Ag Festival, set for Friday, June 24, on the lawn of Soldiers and Sailors Park, is all about entertainment and those wonderful rib-eye sandwiches and beef hot dogs prepared by the Bureau County Cattlemen.

But what’s a delicious and tender piece of meat without a sweet ending?

Enter the Council of Catholic Women (CCW) from St. Louis Catholic Church in Princeton.

For the third year, the CCW is gearing up for its annual pie sale, which begins the same time the other festivities start at the Beef and Ag Day Festival — around 5 p.m. and continues until those pies are gone. Sara Lee and Marie Callender don’t have a chance to compete with the homemade pies the CCW will sell that evening.

Buy a slice ... or heck, just buy the whole pie ... the proceeds from this popular fundraiser help the church and the community. The last two years, the money raised went toward an enlarged and updated kitchen at

Harkrader Hall, which is used by many throughout the community.

But don’t wait until the end of the night to select your pie. The first year, the CCW sold out the nearly 70 pies they brought to the event. Last year, just under 100 pies were bought by those with a sweet tooth.

“Everybody does one or generally two pies,” said Rita Tracey, who coordinates and chairs the event with Dot Hammitt and Mary Harmon. “We probably have 50 ladies participating (baking). Most all will have homemade (pie) crusts, and a lot of the pies have home-grown fruit that is hand-picked.” Because of the weather, no cream pies will be sold.

Tracey reminded event-goers the Bureau County Cattlemen will be selling Sisler’s Ice Cream at the event, which would pair nicely with the CCW’s homemade pies.

Besides all those busy bakers, Tracey said many others from the church participate in the event, including those who make reminder calls to the bakers and those who help sell the pies on Friday night.

So by Saturday morning, that cloud of flour dust will have settled ... most of it in the stomachs of those attending the annual Beef and Ag Festival.

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At 6 p.m., the Neverly Brothers will take the stage for a free concert under the stars, Sponsored by Heartland Bank and Trust Co., “The Neverly Brothers: A Rock n’ Roll Evolution - from Elvis to The Beatles!” is a concert that recreates the birth, near death and resurrection of rock n’ roll. According to the group’s website, “The first half of their shows pay tribute to the 1950s American rock n’ roll, Rockabilly and rhythm and blues pioneers. The second half pays tribute to the next wave of bands they inspired: The1964 British Invasion groups.

Their infectious energy and electrifying performances

play out like a history of rock n’ roll — from 1955 to 1965 — complete with a chronological song selection, rock history narrations and period perfect wardrobe changes. Their repertoire consists of early hits by Jerry Lee Lewis, Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Buddy Holly, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Kinks, The Dave Clark Five and many more. It‘s not ‘moldy oldies’ — it’s ‘old-school cool!’ And it’s truly a one-of-a-kind magical history tour.”

Event-goers should bring their lawn chairs or blanket to enjoy the concert. Plan to spend the entire evening.

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In Harkrader Hall at St. Louis Catholic School in Princeton, Rita Tracey (from left), Dot Hammitt and Mary Harmon get ready for the annual Pies in the Park, sponsored by the Council of Catholic Women (CCW) from St. Louis.

The group will be selling their homemade pies during the Beef and Ag Festival on Friday.

Festival From Page 1 east side of the county. For more information on the antique tractor excursions, contact Bureau County Farm Bureau Manager Jill Frueh at 815-875-6468.

At about 5:45 p.m. on Friday, the Bureau County Farm Bureau Foundation will award its annual scholarships to area winners.

New this year is another award — the AgVocat Award — given to an advocate of agriculture and set to be awarded to a family or individual who has made an

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Bubble art blows into Princeton Public Library Above, Angela Frost was one of the lucky few to view the library through a bubble during Ben the Bubble Guy’s well-received performance on Friday, June 17. At the finale others were placed entirely within a large bubble. Below, Ben the Bubble Guy impressed a large crowd at the Princeton Public Library as part of the summer reading program. Here, Ben Jimenez shows how to blow a square, smoke-filled bubble.

A fun-filled Chamber of Commerce-sponsored event — Summer Solstice — was again held this past Friday night throughout the city of Princeton. Event-goers were able to cash in on some great sales at area merchants, while enjoying refreshments and other activities. Pictured are Chamber Ambassadors Missy Burrows (clockwise from left) and Tammi Lanxon, and event-goers Sally Pelszynski and Kim Phillips.

Nominations wanted for 40 under Forty OGLESBY — The Illinois Small Business Development Center at Illinois Valley Community College is seeking nominations of individuals under the age of 40 who are working to make positive contributions, advance their careers and contribute their time to the community.

The annual 40 Under Forty Award recognizes leaders, business owners and community volunteers who make the community a better place to live and work. An individual must be nominated

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Live classes and food demonstrations planned

Thanks to collaboration between From the Ground Up, led by the Bureau and Putnam County Health Department, the University of Illinois Extension and Perry Memorial Hospital, there will be live classes and food demonstrations all summer long at the farmer’s markets at the following locations and times: Sheffield — second Thursdays from 3 to 5 p.m.

Spring Valley — fourth Wednesdays from

4 to 6 p.m.

Walnut — third Wednesdays from 3 to 5 p.m.

Princeton — first Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon.

Princeton — second Tuesdays from 3 to 5 p.m.

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grade math at LaMoille, said.

“It gives them a little more information with a little humor which the kids tend to really respond to,” Robinson said. “The little bit of humor there kind of breaks it up and really keeps their attention.”

A main factor of the program which was discussed is the group work, which makes the students work together and interact. As representatives saw observing the program in action at the Minooka School District, this setup leads students to help each other and figure out how the problems are supposed to work. It also keeps them engaged.

“What we saw at Minooka is it’s a lot of group work,” Krug said. “Would you rather work alone or as a group?”

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tion committee. Self-nominations are not permitted; individuals can nominate more than one person.

Award recipients will be notified and invited to attend a reception in their honor; 40 Under Forty, now in its sixth year, has recognized more than 200 young professionals. You can view the list of the 200 alumni on the website.

For rules and a nomination form, visit www.starvedrockstartup.com/40-under-forty/. For information, call SBDC business specialist Gina Czubachowski at 815-224-0526. cussion,” Robinson said of this aspect. “It’s not the teacher just standing up there the whole time talking.”

When a board member asked about how easily a teacher can see a student needs additional support, Robinson said there are numerous times throughout the course where teachers should be able to notice such cases.

Principal Chawn Huffaker agreed this does not appear to be an issue. “It’s so interactive that if a kid doesn’t know or wants to be lazy, it will be immediately noticed by the other kids,” he said. “You don’t even have to worry about the teacher.”

For a system which facilitates the identification of needed additional support, and thus the introduction of this support as well, Espinoza found a particular term fitting: “Self-checking, self-correcting.”

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son was born,” Rabe said. “He was born with a hole in his lung, and the hospital here had this state-of-the-art isolette in the nursery.

They put him in it. It was literally a lifesaver for us and our baby. That isolette saved our little guy’s life. That was 49 years ago.”

That isolette was purchased for the hospital by the PMH Auxiliary.

“We all do our small piece to volunteer, but it’s part of a bigger picture,” Rabe said.

“You might not feel like you are doing that much, but it really helps when you put it all together, plus it’s fun to work with everybody else.”

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Membership is open to all persons who are interested in the betterment of the hospital. In addition to sharing time and talents, auxiliary members’ financial support provides invaluable resources to Perry by funding hospital equipment, as well as facility

From Page 1 “It was really a surprise because there are a lot of people who do more than I do. But I was honored, and I was really humbled by this award, “ Rabe said, adding she became a member of the PMH Auxiliary in the late 1990s.

One of Rabe’s roles with the auxiliary is to bake items for the organization’s many bake sales. She also helps with the well-known Candy Cane House and the auxiliary’s Tour of Homes.

Rabe, who lives in rural Princeton, said she became involved with the auxiliary after she and her husband experienced firsthand how important this group of volunteers is.

“I just love to volunteer, but it really became important to us when our youngest

renovations and enhancements.

At one time, the PMH Auxiliary was 800 members strong. Those days are gone.

Today, the auxiliary has about 125 volunteers, many who can’t be as active as they once were years ago.

“The auxiliary has been a part of PMH since 1948. Members used to meet in member homes to discuss plans for raising funds,” said Carla Beaber, a past president of the PMH Auxiliary, and the current membership chairperson. Beaber works in clinical support at the hospital today.

“Abbie Gunning was the first auxiliary president,” Beaber said. “She would often write articles of the auxiliary activities and events, and they would be published in the local newspaper. Duties of the auxiliary then included making slip covers for the nurses sitting room, making surgical towels, weekly mending and canning.”

Today, the PMH Auxiliary is involved with a plethora of activities to help serve the hospital, including book fairs, bake sales, jewelry sales, the MudCross Challenge, the Candy Cane House, the hospital’s gift shop, the Tour of Homes, the Tree of Lights and more.

“Our members are dedicated to the hospital mission of providing compassionate, quality health care to the people and communities we serve,” Beaber said.

In order to continue that mission, more volunteers are needed. Anyone — high school age and up —male or female — can become a PMH Auxiliary volunteer. Dues are $10 annually, or you can become a lifetime member for $100. For more information or to become a member, contact Beaber at 815-876-2298 or email at cbeaber@perrymemorial.org.

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PMH Auxiliary awards five scholarships Davis, Alyssa Thompson, Katelyn Hartman and Rae Schultz.

Peterson of Wyanet attends Illinois State University and will graduate in December with a degree in community health education. Peterson was unable to attend the reception as she is already putting her education to work. She is completing an internship with Christian Ministry Fellowship in Nairobi, Kenya, where she will be doing community outreach, working with HIV/ AIDS support groups and going into classrooms to teach local children.

Davis of Princeton was awarded the Harold Morine Scholarship. Davis attends IVCC and plans to graduate next spring with a nursing degree. She has already earned her CNA certificate, EMT license and CPR Instructor designation.

Davis said, “To me, becoming a nurse is not just an occupation but a dream.”

Thompson of Princeton graduated summa cum laude in May 2016, from Augustana College in Rock Island with a biology degree. She will be attend-

PRINCETON — The Abbie Gunning Scholarship fund was started to honor Perry Memorial Hospital Auxiliary’s first president. The scholarship award started around 1965 and has been awarded annually ever since. Recipients are Bureau County residents who are studying in the field of health care.

The PMH Auxiliary presented five $500 scholarships at an evening reception on June 2. Four students received Abbie Jean Gunning Memorial Scholarships. One student received the Harold Morine Scholarship. Harold Morine established this award in memory of his wife Marilyn, a registered nurse at Perry for many years. Morine asks the gift be awarded to a student pursuing a nursing degree. Scholarship applications were available to any student residing in Bureau County. Applicants were judged on academic achievement, financial need and their sincerity in pursuing a health career.

The 2016 PMH Auxiliary Scholarship recipients are Torri Peterson, Heather

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Recipients of the Perry Memorial Hospital Auxiliary’s 2016 scholarships received their awards at a reception earlier this month. Pictured are Cathy and Ainsley Peterson (Torri Peterson’s mother and niece accepting on her behalf), Heather Davis, Alyssa Thompson, Katelyn Hartman and Rae Schultz.

fall. Alyssa cites a shadowing experience with physical therapists at Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital in Chicago as the reason she is passionate about physical therapy. She envisions herself working in pediatrics, neurology or a combination of both upon receiving her doctorate.

Hartman of Neponset graduated summa cum laude in May 2016, from Northern Illinois University with a degree in physical therapy. Hartman states that “pursuing a degree in physical therapy has been one of the most challenging and rewarding aspects of my life.”

Schultz of LaMoille graduated from LaMoille High School in May 2016 and will attend Illinois Valley Community College beginning this fall in pursuit of a physical therapy assistant degree.

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PRINCETON — Raymond H. Hodge, 87, of Princeton passed away peacefully at home in his sleep on Father’s Day morning, June 19, 2016. He was a cherished husband as well as a beloved father to five children, 13 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Born Aug. 11, 1928, in Ewing to Raymond F. and Jewell M. (Martin) Hodge, he married Betty J. Warling Dec. 26, 1951, in Princeton. She survives.

He moved with his parents from southern Illinois to the Manlius-New Bedford area around 1948. He served two years in the Army during the Korean War. Upon returning from Korea, Raymond he got a job stocking shelves at the Piggly Wiggly Hodge grocery store near the fairgrounds in Princeton.

Within four years, he was promoted to manager and remained the manager for 30 years in which time Piggly Wiggly became the Eagle Super Market, occupying the building that is now the Princeton Public Library. Retiring at the age of 59, he spent his retirement years enjoying vacations with his wife, his children and grandchildren. He also enjoyed visiting presidential homes and sitting on his front porch in the summertime saying “hello there” to passersby, an activity he enjoyed on his last night in this life. Before ill health struck, he attended the First Christian Church in Princeton for many years, as well as the Hampshire Colony Church.

Survivors include his five children, Michael (Amy) Hodge of DeKalb, Cheryl (Bil) Bebej of Princeton, Patrick Hodge of Princeton, Thomas Hodge of Rochester, N.Y., and Kami (Dave) Krieger of Princeton; his 13 grandchildren, Nicole (Keith) Enstrom, Darin (Kim) Croegaert, Ginger (Brian) Evans, Ryan (Melissa) Bebej, Britani (Charles) Sidwell, Nathan (Catherine) Hodge, Joshua Hodge, Timothy Hodge, Matthew (Maggie) Krieger, Ethan (Trina) Krieger, Kathryn Krieger, Chelsea Vance and Andrew Broset; his seven great-grandchildren, Keira Croegaert, Aidan Croegaert, Parker Evans, Chase Evans, Kyler Bebej, Devin Bebej and Ainsley Sidwell; one brother, John Hodge of Shabbona; and two sisters, Marietta Rashid and Judy Stepanek, both of Iowa.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters and one brother.

Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 23, at the Norberg Memorial Home in Princeton with the Rev. Michael Hodge officiating. Burial will be in Elm Lawn Memorial Park in Princeton. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 22, at the funeral home. Memorials may be directed to Bureau County Young Life. Online condolences may be left at www.norbergfh.com.

TOULON — Lewis D. “Dudley” Hackwith, 81, of Kewanee, formerly of Toulon, passed away at 9:45 p.m. Wednesday, May 25, 2016, at Lewis Kewanee Care Hackwith Home, where he resided since 2013.

He was born Feb. 11, 1935, in Toulon to Horace G. “Bud” and Luella J. Mock Hackwith.

Lewis worked at Caterpillar Tractor Co. in Peoria for 30 years. He was a member of the Radio Controlled Fly Club in Kewanee.

Surviving are one daughter, Paula (Rocky) Abrahamson of Anaheim, Calif.; one son, Paul Hackwith of Toulon; one sister, Mary Sue (Bill) McCloud of Buda; two brothers, Dean (Cynthia) Hackwith of Shreveport, La., and Don (Brigetta) Hackwith of Great Falls, Mont.; two grandchildren, Melissa Hackwith of Galesburg and Brandt Hackwith of Toulon; three great-grandchildren, Tyce, Breanna and Evan; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one infant sister, Betty Lou Hackwith; four brothers, James Hackwith, Robert Hackwith, Phillip Hackwith and Charles Hackwith; and four sisters, June Boyd, Ruth Sater, Flora Asplund and Carol Wirth.

Cremation has been accorded. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 25, at the Haskell-Hott Funeral Homes in Toulon with the Rev. Sidney Davis officiating.

Burial of ashes will follow in the Toulon Cemetery.

Visitation will be one hour prior to memorial service.

Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.

PRINCETON — Jesse Lee Walters, 25, of Princeton died at 10:30 p.m. Friday, June 17, 2016, at his home in Princeton.

He was born March 13, 1991, in LaCrosse, Wis., to Justin D. and Janice F. (Murphy) Walters.

He graduated from Princeton Christian Academy and then from Princeton High School in 2009. He Jesse Walters worked for the city of Princeton Street Department. Jesse loved his family and his lifelong friends. They enjoyed his dry wit and sense of humor. Jesse was interested in drag racing, politics and animals, especially tigers and rats. He enjoyed hard work.

He fought hard but lost his battle against depression and alcoholism. His faith remained firm.

He leaves a huge hole in the hearts of those who loved him.

Surviving are his parents, Justin and Janice Walters of Princeton; two brothers, Luke (Christina) Walters of Princeton and John (Heather) Walters of Princeton; two nieces, Maddie Walters and Kendall Walters of Princeton; his grandparents, John and Linda Murphy of Princeton, and Marge Walters of Princeton; two uncles, Mike Murphy of Hyattsville, Md., and Andy (Mindi) Murphy of Waxahachie, Texas; two aunts, Katie (Charlotte Albrecht) Murphy of Dexter, Mich., and Kimber (Cal) Swanson of Urbana; and several cousins.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Lee R. and Margaret M. “Midge” Walters; and his great-grandparents, Gerald and Leaffie Murphy.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 21, at the New Hope Church of Nazarene in Princeton with Pastor Laura Tanner officiating. Inurnment will be at a later date. Cremation rites will be accorded at the Grant-Johnson Funeral Homes Inc. Crematory in Princeton.

Visitation will be from 8 to 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church.

Memorials may be directed to the local Alcoholics Anonymous. The Grant-Johnson Funeral Home in Princeton is in charge of arrangements.

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

NEPONSET — John H. Bennett, 74, of Neponset died at 4:40 p.m.

Thursday, June 16, 2016, in the emergency room at OSF Saint Luke Medical Center.

He was born Sept. 1, 1941, in Kewanee, the son of Howard Samuel and M. Jane Stetson. He married Dianne E. Kramer on Sept. 21, 1969, at the Zion Lutheran Church in Kewanee and she preced- John Bennett ed him in death on March 26, 2016.

John served his country in the Army National Guard in Kewanee for eight years, obtaining the rank of staff sergeant.

He farmed in the Neponset area for many years. He also had been a volunteer fireman in Neponset for many years.

He was a member of the Neponset American Legion and the 40&8 in Annawan.

Survivors include two sons, Scott Bennett of Neponset and Rodney (Jamie) Bennett of Mackinaw, Ill.; two grandchildren, Justin Bennett and Heaven Bennett; a brother, Bob (Connie) Bennett of Neponset; and a sister, Sue Norton of Neponset.

He was also preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Lee Bennett; a sister, Ann Jacobs; and his son, Sam Bennett.

Funeral services will be at 6 p.m.

Wednesday, June 22, at the Rux Funeral Home, Kewanee, where military rites will be accorded by the Neponset American Legion. Marshall Jones will officiate. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home. Cremation will be accorded following the services and private inurnment will be in Floral Hill Cemetery in Neponset.

Memorials may be directed to the National MS Society or to the family for a memorial to be established. This obituary may be viewed and private condolences left at www.ruxfuneralhome.com.

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6 Perspective

6 • Tuesday, June 21, 2016

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Perspective Bureau County

Republican

Serving Bureau County Since 1847

Sam R Fisher

Terri Simon

Publisher

Editor

From the editor’s desk Hang on tightly! Summer has clearly arrived in Bureau County. From here through the annual Homestead Festival, you can just about be assured there will be some kind of activity every weekend throughout the summer.

That’s phenomenal to me.

Terri You know, we plan these huge getaways Simon and vacations, and COMMENTARY that’s fine, but the entertainment and activity venues in Bureau County sure gives everyone an opportunity to participate in a variety of festivals and fun right in our own backyard. Most of these events are free, except for the gas it takes to get there and maybe some refreshments or other minimally-priced items. We’re very lucky.

I hope you’ll take the time to visit some of these local festivals and events. A lot of folks put in an enormous amount of time and energy, not to mention money, to pull off these activities, and your attendance shows them their efforts were not in vain. A thank you or a well-deserved pat on the back is another great way to show them you appreciate their efforts. I hope to see you around Bureau County a lot this summer.

••• So what kind of treasures did you find during the annual More on 34? While I’m not a huge garage sale fan, I am always impressed with this activity that spans more than 100 miles and encompasses a myriad of towns/villages on Route 34. I don’t know who had the initial idea to host More on 34, but it is impressive — not just for the number of folks who host a garage sale but also the number of people who take the drive on Route 34 to discover towns along the way.

••• Did you have a nice Father’s Day? I hope so. I also hope you bought your gifts or went out to eat in Bureau County. When you shop locally, it’s a win-win situation for all.

I always think it’s a shame there is only one day a year where we honor Moms and Dads ... maybe they need to be honored every day. What do you think?

••• I know it’s difficult to believe, but the Fourth of July is right around the corner. If your town/municipality or organization is hosting a special event for the public to celebrate our nation’s birthday, please send us the information so we can let other readers know about your plans. News releases should be sent to news@ bcrnews.com. Feel free to also include an in-focus photo to accompany your release; just make sure you identify those in the photo, left to right and front to back, making sure to tell us what those folks are doing. Also, please include your telephone number. We won’t publish it, but if we have questions, we will have a contact number.

Thanks.

••• Yesterday, Monday, June 20, was the first day of summer and the longest day of the year. From here on out, the days will begin to get shorter. Ugh. I love it when the sun comes up early and sets late. While there are still only 24 hours in a day, I always feel like getting more daylight offers me the opportunity to tackle more things, especially when I work late and get home even later.

Quotes for the season: • “Every summer has its own story.” Anonymous.

• “What good is the warmth of summer, without the cold of winter to give it sweetness.” John Steinbeck.

• “Why is summer mist romantic and autumn mist just sad?” Dodie Smith.

••• This Friday is the annual Beef and Ag Festival, held at Soldiers and Sailors Park. It’s a great event to support agriculture, what it means to our neck of the woods and the people who farm our area fields with knowledge and a love for our land. Please take the time to visit this fun festival, buy a rib-eye sandwich from the Bureau County Cattlemen, some mushrooms from the Lions Club, and finish off your meal with a piece of homemade pie baked by the CCW at St. Louis. Then settle back and listen to the free concert. It will be a great night.

Have a great week. And remember ... you are important to me and the BCR. BCR Editor Terri Simon can be reached at tsimon@ bcrnews.com.

On the street “The best advice my father gave me is to be true to yourself.”

Susan Lucas, Princeton

Sunday was Father’s Day. What is the best advice your father ever gave you?

“The best advice my father gave me was to always be the better person.”

Alyssa Zell, Princeton

“The best advice my father gave me is to always be kind. He’s the nicest guy I know.”

Kim Frey, Princeton

“The best advice my father gave me was whatever you do, do your best. Even if you don’t finish first, if you did your best you should be proud.”

Missy Burrows, Princeton “The best advice my father gave me was that no matter what your financial position, always make it a priority to change your oil regularly to extend the life of your vehicle.”

Tammi Lanxon, Princeton

Guest commentary

The city of Princeton and the Flags of Freedom Editor’s note: The following guest editorial exceeds the Bureau County Republican’s 500-word limit. Therefore, the BCR will extend the to someone with an opposing view the same opportunity to submit a guest editorial. Call BCR Editor Terri Simon at 815-875-4461, ext. 6330, before submitting.

There has been a lot of concern over the Flags of Freedom, and there has been some misinformation; so I thought I’d try to clear up a little history, the costs and address the flag’s future.

The Flags of Freedom are a beautiful sight and an incredible welcoming sign for the major gateway to our town. The reasons they fly and the emotions they cause are the same for some, yet different for others. There is no one I know who wants the flags to go away, nor do I know anyone who would prefer that only one flag fly instead of four.

But, the flags are affected by the weather. Rain and wind together are the worst. The flags tear, and when it occurs — depending on the extent of tearing, the sight is not acceptable. When tearing occurs, the flags need to be repaired. After the flags have been repaired two or three times, they need to be replaced. A new flag costs $1,500.

To repair a flag costs $50. They can be repaired up to three times each, if the damage being repaired is not too significant. There is added cost involved in transporting the flags to the Dixon repair center and then returning them home to Princeton. It is my understanding that over the years, eight flags are normally purchased per year at a cost of $12,000 with maybe an additional $1,500 a year for repair expenses, reaching an approximate annual total of $13,500. This expense has been paid with Princeton tax dollars.

The Flags of Freedom was never a city project, nor was it ever a tourism project. It was a Flags of Freedom committee project with an assist from the city. The Flags of Freedom committee was to maintain the flags ... paying to repair and replace the flags and doing so primarily through fundraising. Unfortunately, about eight months after the flags first began to fly, the committee asked the city to take over the project. I do not know the reason why. At the time the city felt they had no choice, so they took it over, and it was the right thing to do. That said, the cost of maintaining the flags has always been a challenge for the city. The city has taken many precautions to allow the flags as lengthy a life as possible; from not flying them during the winter months, to giving the flags a periodic break during the summer months. And to reduce the overall costs, a smaller flag was at one time flown.

It was recently suggested we fly one crisp, clean flag at all times, and then during patriotic holidays we would fly all four. This was an independent suggestion by a council member and never was slated to be an agenda item. But the word got around and several people attended a council meeting and expressed anger and concern the council

had “made a decision.” The council never made a decision. Regardless, the suggestion is in no way disrespectful to the flags, or to the program, or to veterans or to all those who love seeing the flags fly for their own personal reasons. The suggestion shows respect for the flags, and it shows respect for the Princeton taxpayer. The suggestion, however, drew unexpected comments, and as a result, led us (city) to take a hard look at the flags and how to proceed into the future.

Recently, our city manager, our city clerk and myself met with an original co-chairman of the flag committee.

We all agreed all the flags should fly. But, if all flags are to fly, then from this point forward, the costs of maintaining the flags must be privately funded via independent (from the city) fundraising or through sponsorships. The co-chair agreed and felt that sponsorships of the flags would be the way to go and that there were maybe five or six businesses and individuals who had already expressed interest in sponsoring a flag. But the committee (likely old and new members going forward) will also accept donations of any amount. All monies collected for the flags will be maintained in its own account to be used solely for the Flags of Freedom project.

As for the number of flags needed, the co-chair felt having 12 flags, at any one time, would ensure the flags prime condition when flying. This is an increase of four flags, which pushes the cost to $18,000 and the repair budget to around $2,000 for a total of $20,000. Flags will be purchased as needed, which means that buying 12 flags a year may not be needed. Regardless, 12 sponsors would be needed on a year-to-year basis. The city would agree to sponsor two flags (at a yearly cost of $3,000) and if there are already five to six parties expressing interest in sponsorship, then only four to five sponsors are left to find. Funds would also need to be raised for the periodical repairs of flags, and I would recommend the city contribute a nominal amount here as well. To help extend the life of the flags, they would fly from spring into the fall.

This is the path to ensuring four large flags fly consistently from spring to fall. The city will continue to raise and lower the flags, to store them during the winter months and to properly dispose of them when the time comes. We believe this new path shows respect for the flag and all they stand for, and it shows financial responsibility to the taxpayers of Princeton by placing this project back where it belongs, back to the committee’s original intent of privatizing the project.

If anyone has concerns over this proposal or has other ideas for consideration, our next council meeting is Tuesday, July 5. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. at City Hall. All are invited to attend to offer their opinion and/or suggestions.

Princeton Mayor Joel Quiram Princeton

7 Life

Tuesday, June 21, 2016 • 7

Bureau County Republican • bcrnews.com

Life&Arts

Students honored — Area students have been recognized for their achievements. See who they are on Page 8.

Preschool applications — Tiger Town Preschool is now accepting applications for the 2016-17 school year. See Page 8.

Shakespeare in the Park opens on Sunday PRINCETON — Shakespeare’s dramatic romance “The Winter’s Tale” will open at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 26, at Soldiers and Sailors Park, South Main Street, in Princeton. Additional performances are Wednesdays and Sundays at 7:30 p.m. through July 24. Admission to this event is free, and lawn chairs are suggested.

The play opens as a young man becomes suddenly, obsessively jealous of his pregnant wife. He’s sure his best friend is the baby’s father. And, because he happens to be a king in a far-off land a long time ago, he has his innocent wife, Hermione, thrown into prison, where her baby is born.

Not satisfied with his revenge, the husband, Leontes, king of Sicilia, orders the baby girl to be abandoned in the mythical Bohemia, amid violent storms and wild beasts.

The child is rescued by an old man, a shepherd. She is named Perdita and reared by the shepherd and his son.

Now Shakespeare departs from Elizabethan

Auxiliary Post 938 receives awards LADD — The 16th district spring meeting was held in Delavan and was attended

by Geri Devert.

Ladd American Legion Auxiliary Post 938 received five awards for their annual reports. They received first in Constitution and by-laws, history report and Gold Star, and two honorable mentions in Americanism and Poppy (for poster contest at Ladd Grade School).

The new slate of officers for 16th district are president Maryell Fisher, vice president Ricky Stahl, treasurer Sally Selvins and historian Geri Devert. The next meeting will be in Princeton with a date to be announced.

The Ladd Auxiliary is now collecting dues for 201617 and they can be sent to Marilyn Pavinato at 17428 3100 East St., Spring Valley, IL 61362. Seniors dues are $22 and juniors are $5.

The next meeting will be at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 23, at the legion hall with Mae Piacenti and Lee Ann Joyce on committee. Sandy Dunseth will be distributing tickets for the Auxiliary’s fundraiser at Rip’s on Monday, Sept. 19.

••• Items for the Life & Arts section can be emailed to news@bcrnews.com.

theater tradition and the customary structure of his plays. He introduces the character of Time, who explains that 16 years have passed. A prince, Florizel, son of Leontes’s former best friend, has fallen in love with Perdita. At the same time, Hermione’s friend and protector, Paulina, has disguised the now free Hermione as a statue who will dramatically come to life at a pivotal moment.

In events as fast-paced as in modern theater, the play’s last two acts reconcile a repentant Leontes with Hermione. Florizel and Perdita flee Bohemia and marry once their true identities are known. Leontes is reconciled with his friend Polixenes, king of Bohemia, whom he had accused of being Hermione’s lover. The mood of the play changes from one of emotional intensity to happy pastoral.

Over the years, theater-goers and critics have noticed a similarity between the events in the play and the history of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, suggesting that

Perdita represents Elizabeth I — an interesting note in light of this summer’s celebrations for Queen Elizabeth II, who is also of Tudor descent.

Audiences also note a resemblance to “Othello” (with a happy ending) and “Pygmalion.” Princeton audiences will see a newly imagined production of “The Winter’s Tale” with a cast of only eight playing multiple roles for an even livelier unrolling of events.

Sponsors for Shakespeare in the Park are The Russell F. and Eleanor Sikes Peters Performing Arts Fund of the Community Foundation of Central Illinois,

Historical society will present Civil War book discussion program

OmniArts, the Sun Foundation, a Walmart Community Grant, and Northern Public Radio WNIJ-WNIU. For further information, or to purchase tickets to Festival 56’s regular mainstage productions, visit www.festival56.com, call 815-879-5656, email boxoffice@festival56.com or stop by the theater at 316 S. Main St. in Princeton. Box office hours are noon to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and one hour before performances. Tickets for mainstage productions are $29, $26 (seniors 65+) and $14 for students. Ticket packages and gift certificates are also available.

PRINCETON — The Bureau County Historical Society will present a Civil War book discussion program at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 30, at the historical society, 109 Park Ave. West in Princeton. John W. Huelskamp is the author of “Friends of the Wigwam,” a Civil War story.

Huelskamp, of Barrington, wrote “Friends of the Wigwam,” a critically acclaimed novel about Civil War soldiers and citizens from northern Illinois. Familiar historical figures like Abraham Lincoln, General Ulysses S. Grant and Elmer Ellsworth appear prominently in the story along with a group of

young friends that includes real Bureau County residents from the period.

Huelskamp conducted research at the historical society while writing the book and is excited to present his finished novel and share his knowledge at this event.

This reception is free and open to the public.

Copies of “Friends of the Wigwam” will be available for purchase with proceeds benefiting the historical society.

Questions about the program can be directed to David Gugerty, curator of BCHS, by calling 815875-2184 or by contacting museum@bureaucountyhistoricalsociety.com.

Make Someone Happy • Happy anniversary on Tuesday, June 21, to Bob and Sheryl Noel, and happy birthday on Wednesday, June 22, to Dan Legner. From your friends at Princeton Rotary.

• Happy birthday Ashlen Harmon! We love you!

IVCH Auxiliary awards scholarships PERU — Two Illinois Valley Community Hospital nurses who are studying for their Bachelor of Science degrees in nursing are the recipients of $1,000 scholarships from the IVCH Auxiliary.

Tara Murillo of LaSalle, a transitional care nurse, received the Ruth Daniels Memorial Nursing Scholarship while Janine Sobin of Spring Valley, a clinical documentation specialist, was awarded the IVCH Auxiliary Scholarship. Both nurses are enrolled in BSN classes at Purdue Univer-

sity Calumet. Both earned their associate degrees in nursing at Illinois Valley Community College.

Eligibility for both scholarships requires applicants to be either an IVCH employee or the daughter or son of an IVCH employee. To be eligible for the Ruth Daniels award, applicants must have completed the first year of a college nursing program.

Applicants for the Auxiliary Photo contributed Scholarship must be second-year college students Pictured with Janine Sobin and Tara Murillo and representing the IVCH Auxiliary at enrolled in any medical- the check presentation were, from left, Mary Beth Brantner, Joann Orlandini and Jan ly-related field of study.

Vogelgesang along with Mary Kay Sadnick (far right).

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Open Prairie UCC will host bike riders for cancer awareness PRINCETON — Open Prairie United Church of Christ will host 22 bike riders who are raising funds for the Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults on Sunday, June 26, at the church, 25 E. Marion St. in Princeton.

These young adults are traveling from Boston, Mass., to Portland, Ore., to raise awareness for cancer treatments, creating a community of support for young adults and their loved ones, impacted by cancer. They will be biking 65 miles each day.

The community is invited to stop by Open Prairie between 7 and 8 p.m. to meet and greet the riders.

There will be a dedication circle to see the riders off at 7 a.m. Monday, June 27.

Each rider will write the name of an individual from the community who has died from cancer, or is in treatment, on the back of their legs; they will use these names as inspiration for the day’s ride. Everyone is welcome to join in their morning prayer.

Donations are welcome. Checks can be made payable to: Ulman Cancer Fund and sent to 1215 E. Fort Ave. Suite 104, Baltimore, MD 21230. Donations may also be brought to the church.

WIU spring dean’s list MACOMB/MOLINE — More than 1,584 undergraduate students enrolled at Western Illinois University were named to the 2016 spring dean’s list. The total includes 116 students at the WIU-Quad Cities Campus.

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equals an A in a minimum of 12 credit hours of graded courses; passfail hours are not counted (e.g., student teaching, internships).

Area students included on the list were: Matthew Boucher of Hollowayville; Brandon Hopps of LaMoille; Kara Crowther of Ladd; Zachary Clark and Sarah Peterson of Princeton; and Kris Callaway of Tiskilwa.

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The sports awards were

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Girls’ basketball B Team MVP — Madalyn Theesfeld.

Boys’ basketball Jim Koster Free Throw Award — Matt Robinson.

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Volleyball B Team MVP — Taytum Hahn.

Volleyball Most Improved — Olivia Ernat.

Cheerleading Spirit Award — Kassidy Brady.

Softball Sportsmanship — Aryanna Izzo.

Softball Most Improved — Hayleigh Brokaw.

Boots Temple Award — Hayleigh Brokaw and Ayden Sines.

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Jett fueled

2016 BCR Baseball Player of the Year

Tiger catcher gains passion for game at a young age

By Dan Dwyer sports@bcrnews.com

BCR photo/Mike Vaughn

Princeton senior Jett Wedekind rode his strong arm and passion for the game to unanimous Three Rivers All-Conference selection. The 2016 BCR Player of the Year is playing summer ball and weighing his options for the future.

PRINCETON — A 6-year-old picking up bats, balls and equipment for his brother’s traveling baseball team also picked up a knack and passion for America’s pastime.

That knack picked up as a young boy has blossomed into a budding talent for the senior from Princeton, Jett Wedekind, who has put in the time and energy over the years to be named the 2016 BCR Baseball Player of the Year.

He is the first Princeton player selected as Player of the Year since Reid Clary, another Tiger catcher, repeated in 2009 and 2010.

“I’ve always been around baseball and seeing my brother’s team play with the energy and excitement that they did when I was their bat boy really stuck with me and got me into the sport,” Wedekind said.

“I’d choose baseball over track or other spring sports any day. I already run in baseball so it’s kind of like I’m already doing track,” he said.

That practicality is reflected in his chosen position of catcher as he said he drew the short stick and was thrown back there during Little League, a twist of fate that turned him into a first team all conference back stop. Highly regarded for a strong throwing arm, Wedekind was the lone unanimous selection at catcher in the Three Rivers.

At the plate, Wedekind batted .390 with an area-best three home runs

The Wedekind File: • Unanimous TRAC All-Conference catcher • Batted .390 with 18 RBIs, 9 doubles • Had area-best 3 home runs • Playing for Schaumburg Seminoles to go with 18 RBIs and nine doubles.

PHS pitching coach Wick Warren said Wedekind was a pleasure to coach and a natural behind the plate. He allowed the Tiger catcher to call the pitches.

“Jett is one of the hardest working players I have ever coached. He is an outstanding defensive catcher with a strong and accurate arm,” Warren said.

Wedekind did the grunt work as a youngster following in the footsteps of his brother, Brik, and that work and knowledge he picked up as a bat boy was applied to his favorite position, catcher, a position that takes a keen knowledge of the game.

“I started out as one of the better pitchers we had during Little League, but we needed someone to play catcher so I kind of got thrown back there. I started picking it up and being able to gun people when they tried to steal or when they get too far off of a base, and that became my favorite thing to do on the diamond,” Wedekind said.

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Met event offers a new challenge

By BCR Sports Staff sports@bcrnnews.com

Looking for something different? The inaugural Bureau County Metro Center Ruck Challenge is for you.

Nick Davis, recreation coordinator at the Metro Center, described the Ruck Challenge, to be held Saturday, June 25, as an obstacle course-like event that is a “group effort where everyone starts and finishes together, relying on the team throughout the way,” adding those under 150 pounds will wear a 15-pound ruck sack throughout the event, with those over 150 pounds wearing a 20-pound ruck sack.

Davis said participants sign up but they don’t know where they’re starting until they receive an email from Davis the day before. Participants will

interact with nature and go against its obstacles by relying on each other.

The Ruck Challenge will be anywhere from four to six miles long and could take three to five hours to complete. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing they’re not afraid to get dirty, and the only way to prepare is to expect the unexpected.

The Ruck Challenge costs $20. Registration forms can currently be found on the Metro Center Facebook page. Participants can sign up until 6 p.m. Friday, June 24.

“This is a challenge, not a race, so there is no first place,” Davis said. “We just want it to be a fun event where we better ourselves together.”

• IVCH tennis classic: Registration is underway

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Thrills and spills The ATV Nationals at Sunset Ridge MX in Walnut Saturday offered a lot of thrills and spills. This young driver flipped over and had the ATV land directly on the rider (see page 12). The rider received immediate attention by a track official, who quickly pulled the ATV off the youngster. The rider was able to walk away on his own power. See more about the races on page 10.

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Joel Hetrick (right) holds the lead on Chad Wienen during the second moto of Saturday’s ATV National finals at Sunset Ridge MX in Walnut.

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Hetrick claims ATV National title

By MXSports.com

WALNUT — The 2016 ProX ATV Motocross National Championship continued at the popular Sunset Ridge MX Park over the weekend. With perfect race conditions, the world’s fastest ATV racers showcased their talents for the large fan base with Joel Hetrick going 2-1 for the overall win.

When the gate dropped signifying the start of the first moto, John Natalie jumped out to the early lead claiming the SSi Decals Holeshot Award.

However, Chad Wienen, a local favorite from Galena, quickly took over the lead by the second turn, with Hetrick charging hard in second.

By the second lap, Jeffrey Rastrelli worked his way into the third place position. The top three racers would maintain their con-

sistency for the remainder of the moto with Wienen crossing the line victorious and Hetrick and Rastrelli following in second and third.

Brett Musick earned the SSi Decals Holeshot award in the second moto, but Hetrick and Wienen would capitalize on their favorable start and pass Musick by the conclusion of the first lap.

As the moto wore on, Hetrick slowly started pulling away from the rest of the pro field and Wienen settled into a comfortable second. Rastrelli would end up facing illness as he was working his way through the pack which ultimately took him out of podium contention.

Hetrick took home the prestigious overall win going 2-1 with Wienen following in second with a 1-2 moto tally. A pair of fourth

place finishes earned David Haagsma third overall. This weekend marked the first time that the California native landed a spot on the overall podium.

“I started off the day by taking the fastest qualifier position, and with a strong start in moto one I was able to make two quick passes to take over the lead by the second turn and lead all the way to the checkers,” Wienen said. “The first lap of the second moto was intense and I made two different passes for the lead that I was not able to make stick and had to settle for second. ... I was digging hard for a win, but it just wasn’t enough in the second moto to get it done.

For more information on the 2016 ProX ATV Motocross National Championship, visit the official series website at www.atvmotocross.com.

The hills came alive at Sunset Ridge MX in Walnut Saturday for the 2016 ATV National finals.

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Jett From Page 9 “When teams run on you early in the year and then they start running fewer and further between and they give you that respect, it’s pretty cool.”

Wedekind started out as a would-be pitcher but the youngster blossomed behind the plate in a position where he was part of the action during every pitch.

Being a part of every pitch was an aspect of the game that grew on Wedekind from the start.

“I get to be in every play and control so much from behind the plate so it makes it a lot more interesting. I like to play outfield and other positions, but I’m really locked in when I’m behind the plate because I get to call the plays and I am part of the action all the time,” said Wedekind, who gained his first name for his parents’ fondness for the name of late son of actor John Travolta.

Being a part of every pitch and being such an intricate part of the Tigers’ team this season also meant Wedekind communicated with every player on his team regularly.

“My favorite part of the year was when we won the wooden bat tournament over at Putnam County and we got to beat two rivals in Hall and PC,” said Wedekind who had a walk-off hit in the championship game. “Having those moments with your teammates and in front of your fans is just incredible.”

Wedekind has left his options open for his future, a future that will shine bright on the diamond wherever the talented backstop ends up. He is playing over the summer for a scout team out of Schaumberg (the Seminoles), who are scouted heavily

by Division I and Division II schools.

“I am undecided where I’ll end up,” Wedekind said. “Wherever gives me the best chance to play and be successful is where I’ll probably end up.”

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PRINCETON — All incoming and current Princeton High School students interested in cross country or getting in shape for another sport are invited to join coach Pat Hodge at Zearing Park at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 22.

This will be the first of a series of runs until the end of July.

A more complete schedule will be released next week.

Those interested but unable to attend this first run may email Hodge at pat.hodge@ phs-il.org.

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BCR photo/Mike Vaughn

Jett Wedekind was a real catch for the Princeton Tigers baseball team, an unanimous TRAC All-Conference selection.

BCR Baseball Players of the Year

2016 —Jett Wedekind, Princeton 2015 — Jarret Olson, St. Bede 2014 — Michael Bellino, St. Bede 2013 — Brad Groleau, St. Bede; Brett Fanning, Hall 2012 — Brad Groleau, St. Bede; Brett Fanning, Hall 2011 — Nick Hueneberg, St. Bede 2010 — Reid Clary, Princeton 2009 — Reid Clary, Princeton 2008 — John King, Bureau Valley 2007 — Tony Bickett, Hall; Daniel Murray, Princeton; Brett Monson, Bureau Valley 2006 — Kevin Thomas, Bureau Valley 2005 — Jordan Holmes, Alex Marquis, Blake Whitson, Tony McCombs, Princeton

2004 — Nick Davis, Bureau Valley; Tony McCombs, Princeton; Nick Larsen, Hall 2003 — Jeff Jacobowski, LaMoille; Reid Baltikauski, Hall; Brandon Hewitt, Princeton 2002 — Brant Baltikauski, Hall 2001 — Jeff Mini, Hall; Matt Marcum, LaMoille; J.A. Happ, St. Bede 2000 — Scott Gold, Princeton; Billy Terry, St. Bede 1999 — Chris Barajas, LaMoille; Billy Terry, St. Bede; Jeff Egan, Bureau Valley 1998 — Luke Ferrari, St. Bede; Tim White, Princeton; Axel Dunn, Bureau Valley 1997 — Luke Swiskoski, St. Bede; Denny Galetti, Hall; John Watson, Bureau Valley 1996 — Greg Pumo, St. Bede; Eugene Sebben, Hall; Mike Fulkerson, Princeton

SPRING VALLEY — The Illinois Valley Youth Football League registration deadline in Spring Valley has been extended to Friday, July 1.

Forms can be obtained at Heartland Bank & Trust in Spring Valley or by contacting Jack Boroski at 815-6644577.

The league is open to all young people in the Hall, St. Bede, Putnam County and DePue high school districts.

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MANLIUS — The Bureau Valley Storm Boys Basketball Camp will run July 5-8 with grades 6-8 meeting from 7:45 to 9:45 a.m. and grades 2-5 from 9:30 to 11 a.m.

Camp instructors will include BVHS head coach Jason Marquis and staff along with coaches from BVS and BVN. Registration and payment is only available at http:// bvboysbasketballcamp2016. eventbrite.com.

or jmarquis@bureauvalley.net.

Logan camps

PRINCETON — The Princeton Logan Junior High volleyball camp will run July 18-21.

Contact Hali May 815-3034971 or Amy Vigars (avigars@ pes115.org) • The Logan girls basketball camp will be July 25-28 with girls entering grades 3-5 meeting from 9 to 10:30 a.m. and girls entering grades from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Fees are $40.

For more information, contact Logan coaches Kevin Hieronymus (815-866-9402) and Larissa Pinter (lpinter@ pes115.org).

Forms are available at LJHS for both camps.

St. Bede camps

• The Bruins Football Camp will run July 11-14. There are sessions for Grades 2-4, 5-6, 7-8 and 9-12 under the direction of St. Bede head coach, Jim Eustice, and his staff.

Cost is $40.

• A Speed, Agility and Quickness Camp for all athletes is available June 28 through July 1. Coach Mike Skoflanc is back at offering some of the finest run and motion training to aspiring young athletes. The camp will be held in the gym. Cost is $45.

For information on all St. Bede camps, contact Tom McGunnigal at 815-2500279. Camp flyer form for registration can be found at www.il.8to18.com/saintbede.

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Taking a spill

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This young driver had his ATV land directly on him after taking a spill (see photo on page 9) during Saturday’s amateur races at Sunset Ridge MX in Walnut. He walked away on his power.

BCR photo Mike Vaughn

BMX tracks open courses for Olympic Day Now until June 30, communities across the United States will celebrate Olympic Day 2016 through educational programming and other activities. USA BMX and its participating tracks are offering a free day of BMX racing at participating BMX tracks around the United States in celebration of Olympic Day. Nearby courses available this week include East Moline BMX (Thursday, June 23), Springfield BMX Club (Saturday, June 25) and Rockford BMX (Sunday, June 26).

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AND HANSEN AUCTION SERVICE Go to Auctionzip.com for sale bill and photos

The Following will be Sold at the ON SITE LOCATION of 224 E Main Street in Bradford, IL on:

SAT., JUNE 25, 2016 TIME: 10:00 A.M.

The Bureau County Republican is looking for a driver to deliver carrier, store and news rack bundles. Late night/early morning delivery Monday, Wednesday & Friday nights.

A dependable car and proof of insurance is required. Must pass MVR check.

For more information, please call Tom Long, District Manager (815) 875-4461, Ext. 6350

800 Ace Road, Princeton, IL 815-875-4461

PUBLIC AUCTION REAL ESTATE - RESIDENTIAL The following described Real Estate will be offered at Public Auction located at 440 E. Crown, Princeton, IL 61356 Look for this and upcoming Auctions on www.rickrediger.com

THURSDAY, JUNE 23, 2016 6:00 P.M.

451 • Free

ESTATE AUCTION

INDEPENDENT CONTRACT BUNDLE HAULER

MCNABB Country Garage Sale. 12598 North 600th Avenue. Friday, Saturday, June 24, 25th; 8am-3pm.

Teen clothes/prom & other dresses, kerosene heaters, portable a/c, twin bunk beds, swivel chair/ ottoman, books and more!!

View Listing & Photos on website: www.tumblesonauction.com FURNITURE AND APPLIANCES: Antique Love Seat & Cane Rocker (Needs Repair); 2 Matching Lyre Marble Top Tables & Lamp Table (All Matching); Oak Table & Chairs; Corner Cabinet; Dining Room Table & 6 Chairs; Glass Curio Cabinet; Singer Sewing Machine; Maple Bedroom Set; Coffee & End Tables; Bookcase; King Size Bed w/ Dressers & Mirrors; Cedar Chest; Safe Type File Cabinet; Wood Desk w/ Chair; Console Sewing Machine; End Tables; Old Wood Kitchen Table; 2-Drawer File Cabinet; Ladies JD Bike; Old TV w/ VCR & Cabinet; Electric Radio; Sanyo 25’ Flat Screen TV; Refrigerator; Amana Washer; Admiral Electric Dryer; Humidifier; Jacuzzi Hot Tub COLLECTIBLES & HOUSEHOLD: Carnival Glass Punch Bowl; Hummels; Guardian Service; Dresser Set; Hand Painted Cups & Saucers; Collector Plates; Milk Can; Figurines; Salt Dips; Lg. Amount of Glassware; Pictures & Frames; Furs; Bedding; 33 Records; Usual Line of Kitchenware Items-Pots & Pans, Roaster, Cook Books; Christmas Decorations; Luggage; Sweeper; Camping Stove; Snowmobile Clothing, Boots & Helmets; Cement Goose w/ Clothing

DESCRIPTION:

Located at 440 E. Crown St., Princeton, IL 61356, Bureau County. Situated on a 59.67’ x 231’ lot. The property consists of a 1 1/2 story Cape Cod Style home with living room, dining room, kitchen, laundry, 2 bedrooms and full bath on the main floor.

The basement has a finished 13’ x 28’ family room and ½ baths. The property has gas forced air furnace (New in 2015), with central air, city water and sewer. There is a single car attached garage. Tax I.D. number is 16-16-252-011. A rough estimate of the 2015 taxes payable in 2016 is $2,250.00 with no exemptions.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

1) The successful bidder will be required to enter into a standard real estate purchase contract with 10% of the purchase price due immediately following the auction. The balance will be due and payable on or before July 24, 2016.

2) The 2015 real estate taxes, due and payable in 2016 will be paid by the seller. The 2016 real estate taxes will be prorated to the date of possession.

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

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

5) 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.

6) All announcements made the day of the sale take precedence over any previously printed advertised terms or conditions.

7) To view the property contact Rick Rediger – Auctioneer at 815-699-7999.

Seller

KATHRYNE J. TAYLOR, Trust Attorney for Seller:

Michael G. Bokus

609 8th Ave., Mendota, IL 61342 815-539-5002 Not Responsible for Accidents I.D. Required

REDIGER AUCTION SERVICE WYANET, IL 61379 815-699-7999 RICK REDIGER, AUCTIONEER

BETTY MOODIE ESTATE,

BRADFORD, IL TUMBLESON AUCTION COMPANY, PRINCETON, IL Email: ttauction@yahoo.com Or Phone: 815-872-1852 AUCTIONEERS: TOM & MARY TUMBLESON/ TIFFANY FOES

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460 • Garage Sales PRINCETON 19126 Wyanet Walnut Road (4 miles north of Wyanet on Wyanet/Walnut Road).

Saturday, June 25, 7:30am-Noon.

Antiques, wicker bassinet, Longaberger, CD's, music, jewelry, misc. and the little red wagon with “Free Stuff” PRINCETON 546 West Boyd Avenue. Friday, June 24, 8am-4pm; Saturday, June 25, 8am-12pm.

Matching couch and loveseat, chair with ottoman, end tables, flowered area rug(5'x7'), high chair, little girl's clothes, misc. items PRINCETON 715 North Linn Street. Thursday, June 23, 3pm-7pm; Friday, June 24, 8am-3pm.

Girl's clothes 7-18; boys' 10-16. Lots of children's books, toys and more.

Some household items TISKILWA 734 West Brewster. Friday, June 24, 8am-5pm.

2 SISTER SALE. Antique oak dresser with mirror. Vintage wicker makeup table with chair.

Lamps, bedding, Shabby Chic home & holiday décor. Victorian night stand, metal firewood set. Young ladies size 0-6, young men's M/L. WORTH YOUR TRIP

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PRINCETON 2 bedroom $550 per month. Laundry. No pets or smoking. Deposit & lease. 815-866-6192

769 • Condo/Duplex Sale

PRINCETON 2 bedroom, 2 bath apartments. Walk-in closet. 1 car garage. 1 year lease. No large pets. $600. 815-872-1847

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

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MALDEN 317 West Queen Street. 4 bedroom, 3 full bath, 2 living rooms, kitchen, dining room. 2 + car garage.

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CONDO FOR SALE. Bryant Woods, Princeton Approximately 1,820 sq feet. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, dining room, living room, den, utility room, 3 season room, all heat & air conditioning. 9' ceilings. 2 car garage. Corner lot.

Completely updated. New wood & ceramic floors.

36” doors. No steps. Concrete crawl space. Movein ready. 815-866-8212 or 815-875-2743 PRINCETON 917 Innsbruck Court. 2 bedroom, 2 bath. 1756 sq ft. handicap accessible, no steps, quiet neighborhood, kitchen upgrades, vaulted ceiling, 6 large closets, lots of storage, gas fireplace & stove, appliances included.

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PRINCETON 2 bedroom.

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858 • Homes for Rent DOVER 3 bedroom, big yard, new furnace. Front & back deck. Will accept section 8. $700. Call 815878-0107/815-643-2230 LADD 1 bedroom. Has appliances. No pets. $700, includes all utilities.

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856 • Apartment Rentals PRINCETON 1 bedroom furnished apartment. No smoking. No pets. $375 a month. Broker Owned.

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PRINCETON for rent. 2 story, 3 bedroom, 1-1/4 bath. 2 blocks from high school. $700. No pets. No garage. 815-872-0853 Refurbished, 2 Story, 1 Bedroom House.

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ILLINOIS CENTRAL COLLEGE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Board of Trustees of Community College District No. 514 in the Counties of Peoria, Tazewell, Woodford, Marshall, McLean, Bureau, Livingston, Mason, Stark, and Logan, State of Illinois, that a tentative budget for said District for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2016, will be on file and conveniently available for public inspection in the Administration and Finance Office (L-420) of Illinois Central College, Kenneth L. Edwards Library/Administration Building, East Peoria, Illinois from June 17 through July 20, 2016, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday and Friday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

NOTICE IS FURTHER HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing on said budget will be held on the 21st day of July 2016, at 3:00 p.m. on the East Peoria Campus of Illinois Central College, Room 211-A, in said District.

DATED THIS 17th DAY OF JUNE 2016.

BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT NO. 514 IN THE COUNTIES OF PEORIA, TAZEWELL, W O O D F O R D , M A R S H A L L , MCLEAN, BUREAU, LIVINGSTON, MASON, STARK, AND LOGAN, STATE OF ILLINOIS.

By Paula Fraley Secretary, Board of Trustees Illinois Central College Published in the Bureau County Republican June 21, 2016.

ROAD DISTRICT BUREAU COUNTY, ILLINOIS NOTICE OF DETERMINATION Pursuant to an Illinois Act in regard to Wages of Employees on Public Works, the Board of Trustees of Hall Township, Bureau County, Illinois , and the Highway Commissioner of the Hall Township Road District, Bureau County, Illinois, did on June 13, 2016, determine and adopt the prevailing rate of wages paid generally to employees engaged in work on public works in said Hall Township. The prevailing wage rate so determined is the same rate as that established by the Illinois Department of Labor for Bureau County, Illinois, effective July 1, 2015.

Such determination is now effective and a copy is available upon request either from Rhonda Bezely, Hall Township Clerk, 138 W. Pine St., Ladd, Illinois 61329, or from Robert F. Russell, attorney for Hall Township, Ten Park Avenue West, Princeton, Illinois 61356.

Any person affected by said determ ination may object in writing, within 15 days of the date of publication of this Notice, by filing a written notice either with the Hall Township Clerk or the Hall Township Road District Clerk at the above address or with the Illinois Department of Labor, in each instance specifying the ground of the objection.

Rhonda Bezely, Clerk Hall Township Published in the Bureau County Republican June 21, 2016.

IN PROBATE ESTATE OF ) CHARLES E. BELL, ) Deceased ) NO. 2016-P-50 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Charles E. Bell.

Letters of Office were issued on June 13, 2016, to Lilli C. Ruggeri, 2850 Saeger Road, Millstadt, Illinois 62260, as Independent Executor, whose attorneys are Russell, English, Scoma & Beneke, P.C., Ten Park Avenue West, Princeton, Illinois 61356.

Claims against the Estate may be filed in the office of the Circuit Clerk, Bureau County Courthouse, Princeton, Illinois 61356, or with the representative, or both, on or before December 27, 2016, or if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representative is required by Section 18-3 of the Probate Act of 1975, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed by that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk are to be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed.

Dated this 16th day of June, 2016. /s/ Mary C. Dremann Bureau County Circuit Clerk MICHAEL L. ENGLISH ARDC #3126742 RUSSELL, ENGLISH, SCOMA & BENEKE, P.C. Ten Park Avenue West Princeton, IL 61356 Phone: (815) 875-4555 Published in the Bureau County Republican June 21, 28 and July 5, 2016.

DONNA J. THACKER,) Deceased ) NO. 2016-P-49 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Donna J. Thacker.

Letters of Office were issued on June 13, 2016, to Michael P. Thacker, 17509 2700 North Avenue, Walnut, Illinois 61376, as Independent Executor, whose attorneys are Russell, English, Scoma & Beneke, P.C., Ten Park Avenue West, Princeton, Illinois 61356. `Claims against the Estate may be filed in the office of the Circuit Clerk, Bureau County Courthouse, Princeton, Illinois 61356, or with the representative, or both, on or before December 27, 2016, or if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representative is required by Section 18-3 of the Probate Act of 1975, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed by that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk are to be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed. `Dated this 16th day of June, 2016. /s/ Mary C. Dremann Bureau County Circuit Clerk MICHAEL L. ENGLISH ARDC #3126742 RUSSELL, ENGLISH, SCOMA & BENEKE, P.C. Ten Park Avenue West Princeton, IL 61356 Phone: (815) 875-4555 Published in the Bureau County Republican June 21, 28 and July 5, 2016.

DECEASED ) NO. 2016-P-32 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is hereby given of the death of Guadalupe E. Moreno.

Letters of Office were issued on June 16, 2016, to Andrew Moreno, 300 Pulaski Street, Spring Valley, IL 61362, as Independent Administrator, whose attorney is Jacob J. Frost, 102 East St. Paul Street, Spring Valley, IL 61362.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of the Court, Bureau County Court House, Princeton, Illinois 61356, or with the Independent Administrator or both, on or before December 24, 2016, which date is not less than 6 months from date of first publication, or, if mailing or delivery of a notice from the Independent Administrator is required by Sec. 18-3 of the Probate Act of 1975, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before said

date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the Independent Administrator and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed.

Dated this 17th day of June, A. D. 2016.

Dated this 17th day of June, A. D. 2016.

Jacob J. Frost Attorney for Independent Administrator 102 East St. Paul Street Spring Valley, IL 61362 Published in the Bureau County Republican June 21, 28 and July 5, 2016.

a copy of a Petition to Terminate Independent Administration form from the Clerk of Court at the above address.

Dated this 10th day of June, 2016.

JOSEPH BRETT LEEPER, Independent Representative By: /s/ Robert H. Rennick, Sr., His Attorney THE RENNICK LAW FIRM, P.C. Robert H. Rennick, Sr. #2315831 117-119 West Court Street P.O. Box 430 Toulon, Illinois 61483 Telephone: (309) 286-5921 Facsimile: (309) 286-5971 Published in the Bureau County Republican June 14, 21 and 28, 2016.

HALL TOWNSHIP BUREAU COUNTY, ILLINOIS AND HALL TOWNSHIP

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT BUREAU COUNTY, ILLINOIS

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT BUREAU COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN PROBATE ESTATE OF )

BUDA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT STATEMENT OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCES BUDGET and ACTUAL April 30, 2016 Variance with Final Budget Budgeted Actual Over Amounts Amounts (Under) CASH REVENUES Bureau County - $ 161,520.80 $161,520.80 State of Illinois 2,547.26 2,547.26 Foreign Fire Tax 828.34 828.34 Insurance Claims & Refunds Interest Earned 43.18 43.18 Other Income Total Cash Revenues $ 187,830.00 $ 164,939.58 $ (22,890.42) EXPENDITURES Labor 8,000.00 4,857.50 3,142.50 Trustees 1,200.00 1,080.00 120.00 Payroll Taxes 31.96 (31.96) Building Expense 3,500.00 3,500.00 Capitalized Building Improvements 10,200.00 (10,200.00) Equipment Repairs 10,000.00 5,023.71 4,976.29 Purchase of Equipment 46,000.00 46,000.00 Ambulance Services 73,100.00 73,100.00 Emergency Services 9,130.00 9,130.00 Insurance 16,000.00 13,712.00 2,288.00 Professional Fees 3,400.00 3,481.25 (81.25) Utilities 12,000.00 3,751.32 8,248.68 Supplies 15,231.04 (15,231.04) Vehicle Expense/Fuel 3,000.00 1,057.29 1,942.71 Telephone/Internet 1,500.00 1,282.91 217.09 Dues & Publications 600.00 800.80 (200.80) Office/Postage 150.00 34.00 116.00 Loan Payment 15,971.84 (15,971.84) Miscellaneous 250.00 250.00 Total Expenditures $ 187,830.00 $ 76,515.62 $ 111,314.38 Excess (deficit) of Revenues over Expenditures $ 88,423.96 $ 88,423.96 Transfers Out (78,174.51) Fund Balances - Beginning $ 12,317.87 Fund Balances – Ending $ 22,567.32 Published in the Bureau County Republican June 21, 2016.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, BUREAU COUNTY, ILLINOIS ESTATE OF ) GUADALUPE E. ) MORENO, )

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT BUREAU COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ) NICOLE MARIE LEEPER, ) Deceased. ) Case No. 2016-P-47 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of NICOLE MARIE LEEPER. Letters of Office were issued on June 9, 2016 to JOSEPH BRETT LEEPER, whose address is 706 West Erie Street, Spring Valley, IL, 61362, as Independent Representative, whose attorney is The Rennick Law Firm, P.C., P.O. Box 430, Toulon, IL 61483.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court, Bureau County Courthouse, 700 South Main Street, Princeton, IL 61356, or with the Representative, or both, on or before December 14th 2016 and any claim not filed by that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the Representative and to the attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed.

The estate will be administered without court supervision, unless under Section 28-4 of the Probate Act of 1975 (IL Rev. Stat., Ch 755 ILCS 5/284) any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the clerk. You may obtain

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This work might include: aerial or manual trimming, removal of vegetation, mowing, application of environmentally-safe herbicides, and inspections. Interested persons may call the Ameren toll free number 1-800-232-2477 or visit our website at www.ameren.com/transmission to understand any potential dispute resolution opportunities, processes, rights and/or remedies. Customers and property owners may appeal the particular vegetation work planned on their property by 1) calling the Ameren toll free number mentioned above referencing CODE TMT or 2) accessing the website mentioned above referencing CODE TMT or 3) contacting the Illinois Commerce Commission Consumer Services Division at 1-800-524-0795. Common addresses of properties affected by the planned vegetation management have been provided to the office of the mayor of any affected municipality and the office of the county board chairman of any affected county.

Sincerely, Ameren Illinois Published in the Bureau County Republican June 21, 2016.

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