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Z-TOUR SETS RECORDS The annual Z-Tour Bike Ride, a fundraiser for the Zearing Child Enrichment Center in Princeton, broke records on Saturday, July 16, when approximately 700 riders took to one of the courses ranging from 10 to 100 miles. Near-perfect weather, many volunteers and even more riders helped to make it an all-time record event, though the actual amount raised is still being tabulated. Riders came from all over Bureau County, the state of Illinois and beyond. Refreshments and entertainment completed the day.
Not guilty plea from Miller 23-year-old charged with failure to report accident involving death By Goldie Rapp grapp@bcrnews.com
PRINCETON — The Princeton woman accused of leaving the scene of an accident after striking another woman with her vehicle and causing death was indicted by the Bureau County grand jury on Friday, July 15. Haylee Miller, 23, appeared in court later that day for her arraignment where she pleaded not guilty before Bureau County Circuit Judge Marc Bernabei. She was represented by assistant public defender Brad Popurella. Many of Miller’s family and friends were present for the arraignment. Miller cried and was visibly shaking during the proceedings. During the court appearance, Bernabei read Miller’s formal charge, failure to report an accident involving death, which is a Class 1 felony. If convicted, Miller could be sentenced anywhere between four and 15 years in prison. She could also face court fines totaling $25,000.
Miller is still in custody having not posted bond, which was set at $50,000. Bernabei explained if Miller was able to post bond before her next court appearance, she would be responsible for appearing in court on that date. If she did not appear, a warrant would be issued for her arrest. A pretrial date was set for 1:15 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 7, with a jury trial date set for 9 a.m. Monday, Sept. 26. As previously reported, Miller allegedly struck April Williams, 31, of Princeton. Williams later died from injuries sustained in the accident. The accident occurred on Route 6 near the Hillview Trailer Court at 11:15 p.m. Sunday, June 26. The following day, Miller turned herself in to Princeton Police, where she was placed under arrest. At Miller’s first appearance, an eyewitness came forward and stated they observed Williams being struck by the vehicle. Comment on this story at www.bcrnews.com.
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From the Ground Up encourages the farming industry to circulate locally By Eric Engel eengel@bcrnews.com
On the move with Pokemon Go
PRINCETON — There’s a reason we all salivate when the butter melts on the delicious sweet corn or fresh green beans during dinner, and anticipate the juicy flavor of a bowl of ripe strawberries — because they are not only heavenly to the taste buds, but healthy for the body. And where does all this nutrition begin its journey to our well-being? From the ground up. Joy Kauffman, Bureau and Putnam County Health Department’s public health
GPS games offers exercise, instead of sitting indoors By Goldie Rapp grapp@bcrnews.com
PRINCETON — Pokemon monsters have invaded the county, and it’s up to people in our area to catch them all. Whether through social media or word on the street, it seems everyone is talking about the new Pokemon Go app, which was just released this month. The game encourages players to get active and explore their communi-
ties by using the GPS system on their phone to hunt down and capture virtual Pokemon. If you’ve seen people out walking around, holding their phones like a compass, most likely they are out there on the hunt. Many players like how the games gets them out and about, and a lot of parents are happy to see their children being active as they search for the Pokemon.
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educator, has been working with five farmer’s markets — in Princeton, Walnut, Granville, Sheffield and Spring Valley — to formulate From the Ground Up, a movement driven by local talent and enthusiasm in crop development that keeps local products circulating the homestead. Kauffman said there are 40 to 60 very talented growers participating in the program, which was boosted by a federal grant through the health department to promote local growers and food markets.
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Economical lab services and diagnostic testing, including digital x-rays, are also offered on-site. These services are available to anyone, regardless of your doctor’s practice or hospital affiliation.
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