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BPART travels to LaSalle County Agreement to provide public transportation services By Goldie Rapp grapp@bcrnews.com

PRINCETON — The Bureau County Board approved an intergovernmental agreement on Tuesday, Dec. 8, with the city of Ottawa and BPART (Bureau-Putnam Area Rural Transit) to continue providing public transportation services in LaSalle County. Mick Johnson, director of transportation for BPART, said they had been approached by LaSalle County to be the administrator for their public transportation because they are losing their administrative body at the end of December.

“It’s a wonderful opportunity for us,” Johnson said. “We have been very limited in what we can do with the surrounding areas. This is a step in the right direction.” Johnson said the agreement will open up a lot of potential areas for BPART to expand and increase state funding when working with LaSalle County, which is the second largest county in the state. He said BPART will also be looking at doubling its ridership, which will also increase its fare box revenue. “Currently, we go to Ottawa on Mondays only. Now we will be able to expand to the west at any point in time, and it will allow us to expand services to the north

and possibly to the Streator area, which we don’t do now,” he said. LaSalle County has its’ own vehicles, vehicle maintenance, staffing and its own grant, according to Johnson. “All of this was set-up with the old administration, but now they are just needing someone to step-in and provide a leadership role,” he said. Johnson admitted the agreement was very vague because the plans were happening on short notice, but he confirmed LaSalle County will basically only be using Bureau County for a phone. “We will do their call-in take, and they will do their scheduling, and that’s it,” he said. “There is no additional load on us other than a few more phone calls a day.”

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Princeton returns the ‘gift’

Swearing in Illinois Auditor General Frank Mautino

City sees decrease in sales tax By Goldie Rapp grapp@bcrnews.com

Marini said. Marini also gave a shout out to the individual athletes and football teams recently inducted into the Hall High School Hall of Fame.

PRINCETON — The city of Princeton has decided to not accept News Tribune’s gift at this time. As previously reported, the News Tribune offered to give the city its building, which is located on the corner of South Main and East Peru streets. Mayor Joel Quiram previously discussed accepting the gift and using volunteers to deconstruct the building and turn the empty lot into a green space. On Monday, Dec. 7, Quiram said he had done further research and sat down with the city’s insurance company. He said the company would not be able to extend liability insurance to volunteers who may wish to take part in the deconstruction. He said the project cost then to demolish the building would run anywhere from $16,000 to $20,000. “At this point in time, we do not want to get into a situation where we are spending that kind of money to tear down that building. We have other priorities to address,” he said. “Had it worked out, I think it would have been very worthwhile to pursue.” City sales tax decreases by $53,000 The council reviewed the city’s sales tax report from May to November 2015. City manager Rachel Skaggs compared this year’s

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Illinois Auditor General Frank Mautino addresses the standing-room-only crowd Monday evening at the LaSalle County Courthouse in downtown Ottawa. The Honorable Judge Eugene Daugherity (in the background) presided over the swearing in ceremony, which was witnessed by area dignitaries, friends and members of Mautino’s family. See Page 3 for more photos.

Frankly speaking ... SV City Council thanks Frank Mautino for service By Eric Engel eengel@bcrnews.com

SPRING VALLEY — The task of city maintenance and improvement is a seemingly endless endeavor for citizens and officials, and the Spring Valley City Year 169 No. 147 One Section - 20 Pages

Council congregated Monday, Dec. 7, to discuss multiple happenings in their community. Mayor Walt Marini began the engagement by commending the efforts of former Illinois Rep. Frank Mautino, who was sworn in as the new auditor general of

Illinois Monday evening. Marini said Mautino will be missed by all of his district. “I want to wish him well in his new endeavor and publicly thank Frank for his 24 years of dedicated service to Spring Valley and the entire 76th District,”

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Pulling for Polhemus Princeton woman starting to bounce back from life-changing illness By Goldie Rapp grapp@bcrnews.com

PRINCETON — It’s been four months since Jaime Russell-Polhemus returned home from undergoing a risky stem cell transplant procedure in hopes it would cure her rare, life-threatening autoimmune disease. In that time, Polhemus has slowly but surely regained her strength and is now doing activities around her home that would have been impossible to do just months before. As previously reported, Polhemus was diagnosed with Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS) in 2013. Throughout the last couple years, Polhemus has been forced to live an isolated life to prevent painful spasms and muscle stiffness throughout her body, which were often triggered by noise, touch or emotional distress. While there is no definitive cure for SPS, Polhemus came across information about the stem cell transplant procedure other patients with autoimmune diseases had undergone to cure their symptoms. Polhemus was referred to Dr. Richard Burt, who has been called an expert in the treatment of autoimmune conditions using stem cell transplant. Burt is based at Northwestern University in Chicago. After one visit to Burt, Polhemus was chosen as one of his 10 case studies he planned to undergo this year using the stem cell transplant. The last time the BCR reported on Polhemus’ journey in July, she had been through her first round of chemotherapy to kill off the “bad cells” that carried the antibodies causing her SPS symptoms. She then had to take self

injections of Neupogen, which helped the growth of new baby stem cells. Polhemus then went through a day-long procedure where doctors pulled two million of her stem cells which were cleaned, preserved and frozen. Following that step, Polhemus underwent “extreme chemo” which killed off most of her cells and immune system. She had to be kept in total isolation, as she was highly susceptible to illness and infections. Polhemus said her perspective on what exactly happened during the short time period is a blur, but one thing she does remember is coming down with a horrible case of pancreatitis, which ended up being a rare side effect to the chemotherapy. A modest Polhemus describes the event as being rough, but it ended up being a point in the procedure where Burt became troubled about her well being and future of recovery. Polhemus, however, powered through in the days following and her “clean” stem cells, which had no memory of SPS, were able to be placed back into her body. Today, she compares her roughest days to eating a sandwich. “For me, you know going into it will be uncomfortable, and it’s a sandwich you have to eat one bite at a time,” she said. “Even though you may not like that sandwich, you know that with each bite you’re getting closer to the end.” Even through the unknown moments in recovery, Polhemus continually focused on the positive matters, whether that was a card sent from someone back home or a personal Facebook message full of encouraging words or the small but meaningful acts

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numbers to 2014. The sales tax receipts for November 2015 total $214,911.37, which is a decrease of $1,612.51 compared to November 2014. She said total sales tax receipts for May to November 2015 are down $53,391.62 compared to May to November 2014. Quiram said the council will start reviewing the sales tax report on a monthly basis. The report will be given at the first meeting of every month.

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Jaime Russell-Polhemus sits with her three sons and husband, Terry, at their Princeton home. Polhemus is recovering from a stem cell transplant procedure she underwent this past summer to help cure her rare, life-threatening symptoms from Stiff Person Syndrome. Polhemus was diagnosed with the autoimmune disease in 2013, however, she has experienced painful symptoms since 2010, which took a toll on her everyday life. the nurses did for her in the hospital. “The time went fast. It was so intense, but I look back now and would do it again in a heartbeat,” she said. “By far, my Stiff Person Syndrome over the last five years was much more extreme than going through the stem cell transplant.” Polhemus said she would recommend the procedure to anyone who is suffering from an autoimmune disease. “The end result is I’ve been given a second chance with my boys and husband,” she said. Polhemus was able to return home on Aug. 9. Between then and today, she has been able to go outside and shoot a couple basketball hoops with her sons. She also was able to help set up Christmas decorations outside the home.

Council passes first reading of FY ‘15 levy The council approved the first reading of an ordinance establishing the 2015 tax levy. The city plans to levy $1,660,918, which is a decrease of $110,302 compared to last year’s levy. Skaggs said the decrease comes from the city last year having to double the library bond levy to make up for an oversight in 2013. She said the levy will be going back down to where it should be for next year. Quiram said he had received many phone calls from residents questioning the increase on their tax bills this year. He confirmed it

Polhemus said moments like those make her feel like she’s making up for lost time with her family. Before undergoing the procedure, Polhemus talked about feeling isolated from the things she loved most, such as listening to music or just hearing her boys’ laughter, which are both things that would have triggered her spasms. While she has experienced some small spasms since being home, she has been able to control them with a simple muscle relaxer. Before, a spasm attack would have sent her to the emergency room. Doctors have told her that it could take up to a year before her body is fully in remission. Polhemus is adamant in saying that without all the community support, she could not have done this procedure.

“ ... It’s a sandwich you have to eat one bite at a time. Even though you may not like that sandwich, you know that with each bite you’re getting closer to the end.” Jamie Polhemus In the spring, the Polhemus family started a GoFundMe page that has since collected just over $46,000 to help pay for the costly transplant and other medical or family expenses that arose during the time Polhemus was in the hospital. Local businesses, organizations, schools, churches and many, many community members rallied around to help support the family this summer. Also, a fundraiser was held on Aug. 8 to help support the family.

was because of the library bond having to be doubled. He said next year, residents should see a reduction in their tax bills. The city’s estimated EAV (equalized assessed valuation) for 2015 is $137,836,018, which is a 2.94 percent increase over last year’s EAV. Transfer station lease Also on Monday, Dec. 7, Skaggs reported the city’s transfer station lease, which was a 10-year contract with Illinois Valley Waste, will end on Dec. 31. She said with her being new and the city having to hire a new street superintendent, she thought it would be

best to see what other services are available to ensure the city was getting the best service. The council unanimously agreed to a 12-month extension on the current contract with Illinois Valley Waste. She said she is working on costs and will bring an amendment to the contract for council approval at the next meeting. She asked to waive the first reading on the ordinance for the extension, so the council can get approval by the end of the month. Comment on this story at www.bcrnews. com.

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“I have God to be thankful for, and the community to be thankful for, as well,” Polhemus said. “It is the town that has helped us raise that money. Those things just release the tension and stress that come during these sort of times … I don’t know if people realize how much they have helped me. “If you add it up, I would have never gotten my foot in the door without the community’s support,” she said. Comment on this story at www.bcrnews.com.

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Mautino leaves the House for new Illinois Auditor General’s seat

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Frank Mautino was sworn in as Illinois’ new Auditor General on Monday, Dec. 7, at the LaSalle County Courthouse in Ottawa, as family, friends and area judges, state’s attorneys, mayors and other officials came to watch the moment. Mautino will assume his new role at the first of the year.

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In other business: • Chamlin and Associate representative Mike Richetta said Well No. 11 will run through the end of December with one drain operable, with Well No. 10 continuing to pump waste. As of Jan. 1, they will switch to No. 10 as the main operable well. The plan is to run No. 10 only the whole month of January as to gauge the difference between the two wells in terms of production and maintenance. • Alderman Dave Pellegrini shared different conclusions drawn from the public health and safety meeting held, Thursday, Dec. 3, on what to do with property issues in the city. He spoke of a dozen different properties in relation to tax discussions, structure demolition, foreclosure action and the resolution of code violations. • Alderwoman Deb Baltikauski shared news on utility meters at St. Bede High School in reference to whether they were being charged the Spring Valley municipal utility tax. She said the issue dealt with which meters were paying the tax and

which were exempt. Marini spoke to St. Bede officials, and Baltikauski said an amended ordinance that more clearly specifies meter exemption should result in St. Bede saving money. • Alderman Mike Hermann said the city received two bids for their 2016 property and liability insurance, and because they two companies were so close, they went with the lower bid from

Dakota Street Insurance, at $142,944 for the year. He also said the upcoming tax levy that needs to be passed was discussed at the recent financial meeting, and they are still waiting on finalization of police pensions. • The board approved Marini’s signing of the Illinois Department of Transportation’s (IDOT) utility permit application for ADM service line replacement, to be located in the

IDOT right of way adjacent to the Route 89 bridge replacement project. Richetta said IDOT prefers to make agreements with public utilities rather than private corporations. Richetta added ADM will construct the water service, and the city will accept it and take ownership of it, although ADM will still be responsible for necessary repairs. Comment on this story at www.bcrnews.com.

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Princeton Park District discusses budget, improvements By Eric Engel eengel@bcrnews.com

PRINCETON — The Princeton Park District board members gathered at the Bureau County Metro Center Monday, Dec. 7 to discuss the budget, equipment upgrades and clientele inquiries. Princeton Park District Executive Director Elaine Russell said she’s excited with the grants received from the new insurance company after changing over to the Illinois Public

Risks Fund last year. The total premium went up 8.8 percent, but the park district gets money if they don’t turn in any claims or have any workman’s compensation issues. The money received from the grants is being used on safety equipment and other necessities. Russell spoke about the approved 2015-16 budget with a preventative budget line of $44,000. After using some money to paint parts of the shower area, replace fire sprinkler

piping in the pool filter room and installing a fire alarm in the spin room, among other expenses, the budget currently has a remaining balance of $36,525.14. The board discussed how to handle Metro Center guests who come in with Freedom of Information Act requests, which legally need to be responded to within five days. Attorney Bob Russell suggested establishing a written policy that states any request received after 5 p.m. on a

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WALNUT — It’s a done deal. The Walnut Village Board has vacated the alley — a project which has been underway for several months. The village of Walnut had tabled the vacating of an alley near Brewster Street at the last regular meeting held on Nov. 23 to further investigate the placement of utility easements on or near the alley. Further investigation of the utility easements has resulted in these easements being located on the already private property adjoining the alley. Therefore, no allowance needs to be made in the proposed ordinance for the utilities. At Monday’s village board meeting, board member Brian Stull proposed a motion for the passage of the ordinance to vacate the alley. This ordinance was passed unanimously by the members. The ordinance will now be recorded and then the alley will be the property of the adjoining homeowners. At previous meetings the board had discussed the possibility of hiring an outside firm to develop a village website. After additional discussion at its Dec. 7 meeting, the board agreed to not move forward at the current time with the expenditure necessary to create this website. Other more pressing financial issues currently preclude the board from pursuing the idea. The board is also concerned about the amount of use such a website would have. This may be addressed when the board discusses its budget prior to the end of its fiscal year in 2016. In other business, Walnut Board President Dennis Grobe presented a resolution prepared by village attorney Rob LaSage with regard to the Black property. This resolution will allow the village to place a lien on the property which will give the village total control over this property. The resolution was approved by the board.

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clear the concrete. Russell said a cherished “guardian angel” of the park district dropped off a $10,000 check on her desk, and the kind individual’s contributions could possibly be used to fix phone system issues, as the phone system was last updated in the early 2000’s. Administrative assistant Tammy Lange is currently working with web designer Ryan Sondgeroth on developing the facility’s new website. Lange shared with the board

17,000 unique visitors have perused the Metro Center website this year, with 60,500 pages visited, meaning browsers are exploring the sight. “Our web page was one of the very first Sondgeroth ever did, and it’s in need of an overhaul,” Lange added. The Metro Center will be open until 2 p.m. on Dec. 24 and Dec. 31. It will be closed on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Comment on this story at www.bcrnews.com.

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From Page 1 Johnson said there will be an initial cost to Bureau County when he has to travel to LaSalle County to help set-up the new leadership roles. However, when time sheets are submitted at the quarterly period to LaSalle County, they will reimburse Bureau County for that time. As far as long-term costs, Johnson said more than likely there would be none as LaSalle County is a separate entity and will reimburse Bureau County for any additional costs. However if the two entities decide to establish a partnership in the future, he said very likely monies will be divided evenly. Johnson reviewed a couple terms in the intergovernmental agreement with board members, such as if there is an accident or something was to happen in LaSalle County they would be responsible for costs. Also, Bureau County will not provide any funding to LaSalle County. Johnson said any additional staff salaries or services will all be billed to LaSalle County. Bureau County will also not provide any funding to LaSalle County’s transit facility, which was in the process of being built under the current administration. Johnson said with the state budget being put on hold, so has that project, which is the same case in Bureau County. “We will just help them move forward when the state does release its funding, which those monies have already been earmarked for both of those projects,” he said. Comment on this story at www.bcrnews.com.

given day will be originally considered on the following business day. Russell said the Metro Center staff members are free to answer any question when they are capable of providing the answer, but it is also their discretion to refer all inquiries to Russell. Park Superintendent Keith Scherer said they are three quarters of the way through removing equipment from the skate park, with a few more truck loads necessary to

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Grobe also discussed with the board the lease soon to be expiring for a parcel of land being currently used by the Wyanet Fire Protection District for part of its building within the village. Grobe proposed the village essentially gift the parcel to the Fire Protection District. To complete the gift process, Grobe had the attorney prepare a resolution to complete this traction. Board member Lee Sarver made a motion for the board to accept this resolution. The motion passed unanimously. Superintendent Carl Minks reported Willett & Hofmann, engineering firm of Dixon, conducted a structural inspection of the property located at 125 S. Main St. The structural engineer was impeded in his inspection by the interior condition of the property. Minks stated there is a large accumulation of debris from the front of the building to the back. Minks and the engineer tried to enter the building but were very concerned about the condition of the floor and did not feel it was safe for them to continue. The engineer stated the building would need to be emptied prior to continuing the inspection. The board agreed considering the condition of the property and the strong possibility of the presence of lead paint and asbestos within the building, the village will not be pursuing the responsibility of the demolition of the property. The possible cost of demolition would be prohibiting. The village has been advised by its attorneys to maintain barricades by the building for safety reasons but to not take any additional action. In its final action, the board confirmed the closing hours for liquor establishments for the upcoming holidays. The hours set forth in the village ordinances will be maintained. These are: Christmas Eve closing at 6 p.m. with a one-half hour allowance to clear the premises; and a New Year’s Eve closing of 2 a.m. with a one-half hour allowance to clear. Comment on this story at www.bcrnews.com.

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PRINCETON — Nancy O. Smith, 92, of Princeton passed away Sunday, Dec. 6, 2015, at Colonial HealthCare and Rehabilitation Centre. Nancy was born April 14, 1923, in Chicago to Harry and Mabel Hall Olsen. She graduated from Maine Township High School, Park Ridge, Ill., in 1941. On Feb. 16, 1945, she married Mervin K. Smith at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in Park Ridge. They were married for 69 years. Nancy worked as a secretary in Chicago prior to her marriage to Merv. In 1950, they moved to Princeton, where she became active in the community. Nancy was a member of St. Matthews Lutheran Church, where she was active in the Dorcas Circle and was past president of the WELCA Board. Nancy was also involved with the Altar Guild, Covenant Class, quilting and kitchen hospitality. She was a member of the Perry Memorial Hospital Auxiliary and participated in Candy Cane, Tree of Lights and gift shop activities. Nancy and Merv were involved with the Meals on Wheels program for many years. She enjoyed knitting afghans and prayer shawls for family and friends. Other interests included sewing and reading. An event Nancy enjoyed was the Smith Open, an annual family gathering held at the Bureau Valley Country Club from 1977 to 1994. Nancy’s children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren were the light of her life. Surviving Nancy are her three daughters, Fran Pinter, Carol (Gary) Nelson and Barb (Dave) Coates, and daughter-in-law, Linda Smith Berry. Also surviving are 10 grandchildren, Janette (Luke) Welch, Krista Pinter, Eric (Erika) Pinter, Jenni (Greg) Costello, Lindsey (Matt) Jarvis, Leslie Smith (fiancé Mike Wiora), Matt (Amber) Nelson, Sarah (James) Shields, Katie (Mike) Selburg and Andy (Lacie Bray) Coates; and nine great-grandchildren, Karagen, Tanner and Cooper Welch, McKinley Pinter, Evalyn Costello, Owen and Olivia Nelson, Henry Selburg and Truitt Coates; and a great-grandchild, due in 2016. She is also survived by her sistersin-law, Jan Edgerley and Fritzie Smith; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Merv Smith; one son, Richard M. Smith, MD; one son-in-law, Gilbert Pinter; a brother and sister-in-law, Harry and Dorothy Olsen; and a brother-in-law, Charles Smith. Visitation and services will be Saturday, Dec. 12, in Princeton. Visitation will be from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the Norberg Memorial Home in Princeton with a luncheon following at St. Matthews Lutheran Church from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The service will be at 12:30 p.m. at St. Matthews Lutheran Church with Pastor Scott Schmidt officiating. Burial will follow the service at Oakland Cemetery in Princeton. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to St. Matthews Lutheran Church and Perry Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. The Norberg Memorial Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left at norbergfh.com.

MOLINE — Wynn S. Vickrey, 63, of Moline, formerly of Princeton, died Sunday, Dec. 6, 2015, in UnityPoint Health - Trinity Rock Island, Rock Island. Cremation will take place at Trimble Crematory under the direction of Trimble Funeral Home. Private services will be held at a later date.

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WASHINGTON, Ill. — Wanda Louise Polson, 83, formerly of Princeton, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2015, at Washington Christian Village in Washington, Ill. Wanda was born June 14, 1932, in Rochelle, the daughter of Clair and Alice (Jaenecke) Breckenridge. She had three siblings, including the late Delmar Breckenridge (survived by wife, Ruth) of Racine, Wis., and the late Norma Breckenridge of Rochelle. Her sister, Dorothy (Harry) Roland of Rochelle, survives. She married Frederick “Fritz” Binz on March 4, 1952. He died Dec. 18, 1958. Wanda married Mervin E. Polson of Tiskilwa on Aug. 11, 1963. They were married for 50 years, and he preceded her in death in 2013. Two sons, Michael Binz and John Binz, also preceded her in death. Among those who will cherish her memory are her children, Dan (Anne) Binz of North Augusta, S.C., Sue (Ernie) Palos of Crystal Lake, Diane (Alan) Kessler of Dallas, Ore., and Carol (David) Rest of Washington, Ill.; 10 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Wanda will forever be remembered for her dedication to family, her strong faith, and her unwavering work ethic at home and on the farm. Never one to complain, she quietly saw to everyone’s needs before her own. She was a talented seamstress and an award-winning pie maker who loved her flower garden and grew (and canned) a tremendous vegetable garden each year. Her compassion for and her kindness toward all things in life will be deeply missed. A memorial service, officiated by the Rev. Norman Femrite, will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12, at the First Lutheran Church, 116 N. Pleasant St., Princeton. Burial will follow at Oakland Cemetery in Princeton. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12, at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Illinois Cancer Care Foundation in Peoria or the First Lutheran Church in Princeton. The Norberg Memorial Home in Princeton is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences and tributes may be left for the family at www.norbergfh.com. The family wishes to thank all of the employees at the Moehle Supportive Living Center, Washington Christian Village and OSF Hospice Services.

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Crash injures three First responders from the Princeton Fire Department use the jaws of life to pry apart wreckage in order to free a driver in a motor vehicle accident that occurred on North Sixth Street near 1650 North Avenue Tuesday afternoon. According to fire chief Chuck Woolley, first responders were called to the scene of a near head on collision. Princeton Fire was assisted on scene by 10-33 Ambulance and Lifeline Helicopter, which was diverted to Perry Memorial Hospital. Two other victims of the crash were transported to Perry Memorial. Princeton Police Department, along with Illinois State Police, are handling the accident investigation.

ISP announces enforcement figures LASALLE — Illinois State Police District 17 announced enforcement figures for the recent special Traffic Enforcement Patrols (sTEP) wave conducted in LaSalle County. STEP patrols were conducted on Route 6, Route 251, Interstate 80, Interstate 39, Route 18, Route 23, Route 71 and Route 34. There were 28 occupant restraint citations given; two driving under the influence citations given, one drug/ alcohol-related arrest made; 162 speed citations given and 39 speeding warnings given. There were a total of 223 citations/arrests made and 107 written warnings given during this patrol. Slowing down and observing the

speed limit not only saves lives, but also saves on gas. Additionally, safety belts are proven to be the most effective safety devices in vehicles today and are estimated to save more than 12,000 lives each year. The sTEP program involves a combination of increased enforcement and community education designed to raise public awareness and compliance with all traffic laws. A special emphasis was placed on speeding, failure to wear a safety belt, DUI and other alcohol-related offenses in areas that experience the highest level of traffic problems. This project was funded through the Illinois Department of Transportation’s Division of Traffic Safety.

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Christmas past, present and future With the holidays approaching very quickly, I’ve been thinking a lot about the spirit of Christmas, and how it’s all about to change for my husband and I. To officially announce it to all who keep up with my columns, we are expecting our first child next spring. While she won’t be here until way after the holidays, just knowing she is on her way in itself is so very exciting for us. Her existence has changed my total perspective on Christmas this year, and I can’t help but feel she’s already brought a little magic back into the holiday for me. It’s like turning the chapter in my Goldie own little holiday book. Suddenly, Rapp Christmas present COMMENTARY will tell a whole new tale in my life with my little girl sitting at my side. I believe Christmas will soon feel like the magical time it once did when I was a little girl. Back when we’d count the days until Santa’s visit and get so excited to pick out a Christmas tree, which we would look forward to helping mom decorate as we sang and danced to Christmas music. I remember feeling like Christmas Day would never arrive. Until, finally, when it did, my sisters and I would wake at 4 a.m. and sneak down to the Christmas tree to see what Santa had left. Those seem to be the Christmases my sisters and I have reminisced about throughout the years. In more recent times, as grown ups, the magic of Christmas hasn’t necessarily left our lives, but the excitement and thrill of the holiday, of course, is not what it was like when we were those little girls. It seems the joy of Christmas for us has turned into getting a day off of work and spending the whole afternoon and evening together while enjoying a fabulous meal my mom spent the day preparing. In recent Christmases, I’ve decorated my own home with my husband. It’s still a fun activity, but my husband doesn’t do the dancing and singing to Christmas favorites like my sisters and I used to do. Sometimes he’s willing to watch a Christmas special here and there. Our busy schedules as adults also always seem to make the season pass by in the blink of an eye. But now that we have a baby in our future, it seems that young magic of Christmas is returning before our eyes. I get so excited thinking about watching my little one’s big eyes see a real Christmas tree all lit up for the first time, or get to see her taste her first Christmas cookie, or learn about the meaning of Christmas and read to her about Santa and his travels on Christmas Eve night. I know my little one will teach me to stop and once again appreciate the beauty of the holiday — whether that’s from a first snowfall, seeing lights on the homes around town, or singing Christmas carols and watching evening Christmas specials, once again. I’ve told my husband a million times this season that our holidays are about to change. He’s at the point where he just looks at me and smiles, but I can’t wait to see him in the spirit of Christmas with our little girl. How much fun it will be! It’s got me feeling all merry and bright. I’m almost that little girl once upon a time, counting the days until Christmas and enjoying all the fun activities the holiday brings. Goldie Rapp is the senior staff writer at the Bureau County Republican. She can be reached at grapp@ bcrnews.com.

More squawking, please Officials from Illinois cities and counties demanded action on the state budget impasse, and they got partial results. It’s time for more local government officials to join the chorus. We have to hand it to officials from Illinois’ city and county governments. Mayors and county officials, concerned about the state’s festering budget impasse, recently began raising their voices to state leaders. After all, we’re in the sixth month of this fiscal standoff, and it was only last week that all five key state leaders got together to talk about it for the first time since May. To their credit, state leaders listened to their local counterparts. Gov. Bruce Rauner and the Democratic-controlled House reached a deal last week on a $3 billion plan that would, among other things, free up tax money owed to local governments by the state and distribute it. The Senate approved it Monday, and Rauner quickly signed it into law. Money will thus be made available to pay for road salt, police training, operational expenses, rental and maintenance of government offices, motor fuel tax disbursements, emergency dispatch centers, lottery prize payouts, low-income energy assistance, domestic violence shelters and

more. We tip our hat to city and county officials for making the case that the governor and Legislature need to reach deals that benefit everyday people. But one compromise does not a full budget make. Fortunately, Illinois, with its 6,963 units of government (the most of any state, as counted by the U.S. Census Bureau in 2012), has plenty more local government officials that could step up to the plate and badger state leaders into making more compromises. Illinois’ counties (102) and municipalities (1,298) comprise only 20 percent of the state’s local governments. Waiting in the wings, we still have township governments (1,431), public school districts (905), and a boatload of special district governments (3,227) that could make their budgetary concerns known. Perhaps it’s time for educational leaders to “school” state officials on how budget woes affect students. Township officials could “assess” local problems and then “plow” over resistance to compromise with

their arguments for a budget deal. Cemetery districts could “bury” state leaders with reasons that budget peace is needed. Drainage districts could tell state leaders to “ditch” their intransigence. Fire protection districts could fan the flames for compromise. Mosquito abatement districts could explain how they are “itching” for a deal. Library districts could urge that negotiations proceed by the “book.” Soil and water conservation districts could call for an end to the “erosion” of the state’s shaky financial health. Do we belabor the point? Perhaps. However, if increasingly vocal complaints by people representing 20 percent of Illinois’ local governments finally prompted budgetary progress, those representing the other 80 percent ought to get into the act, too. Squawk loudly enough, and this harmful budget impasse might finally end. BCR

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Our politicians To the Editor, Having read these facts, I felt obligated to forward some of them. Politicians are the only people in the world who create problems and then campaign against them. Have you ever wondered, if both the Democrats and the Republicans are against deficits, WHY do we have deficits? Have you ever wondered, if all the politicians are against inflation and high taxes, WHY do we have inflation and high taxes? You and I don’t propose a federal budget. The president does. You and I don’t have the Constitutional authority to vote on appropriations. The House of Representatives does. You and I don’t write the tax code, Congress does. You and I don’t control monetary policy, the Federal Reserve Bank does. One hundred senators, 435 congressmen, one president and nine Supreme Court justices equates to 545 human beings out of the 300 million are directly, legally, morally and individually responsible for the domestic problems that plague this country. It seems inconceivable to me that a nation of 300 million can not replace 545 people who stand convicted — by present facts — of incompetence and irresponsibility. I can’t think of a single domestic problem that is not traceable directly to those 545 people. When you fully grasp the plain truth that 545 people exercise the power of the federal government, then it must follow that what exists is what they want to exist. Do not let these 545 people shift

the blame to bureaucrats, whom they hire and whose jobs they can abolish; to lobbyists, whose gifts and advice they can reject; to regulators, to whom they give the power to regulate and from whom they can take this power. Above all, do not let them con you into the belief that there exists disembodied mystical forces like “the economy,” “inflation” or “politics” that prevent them from doing what they take an oath to do. If the tax code is unfair, it’s because they want it unfair. If the budget is in the red, it’s because they want it in the red ... If they do not receive social security but are on an elite retirement plan not available to the people, it’s because they want it that way. Those 545 people, and they alone, are responsible. They, and they alone, have the power. They, and they alone, should be held accountable by the people who are their bosses. Provided the voters have the gumption to manage their own employees. We should vote all of them out of office and clean up their mess! Raymond White Ohio, Ill.

Protection needed To the Editor, The General Assembly just passed and the governor signed a bill that released nearly $3 billion of already-collected money sitting in dedicated funds. Among these are utility rate-payer contributions to the Illinois Supplemental Low-Income Energy Assistance Fund (SLEAF), which supplements the federal LIHEAP program. These ratepayer contributions are collected through our utility bills and

placed in a public trust for the exclusive purpose of aiding our state’s elderly, people with special needs, veterans, and the poor pay the high cost of heat and electricity. I commend the General Assembly and governor for finally releasing these funds as the winter months approach. Despite this step forward, the bigger budget discussion continues, and these funds are still in danger. These SLEAF funds are not General Revenue Funds and should be off the table as Springfield considers solutions to the current fiscal year and FY ‘17 budgets. These funds combined with the federal funds only satisfy a small fraction of the state’s overall need. The Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) estimated that under current state and federal funding levels LIHEAP would only help 35 percent of the roughly 926,000 eligible households in Illinois this year. The SLEAF fund also helps keep all rate-payers’ bills lower by reducing the “uncollectables” the utilities recover in everyone’s rates. Given the escalating utility costs, the harsh Illinois winters our residents have had to endure in recent years, and the ongoing hardships due to the budget stalemate and slow economic recovery, these funds are needed more than ever. Challenging fiscal decisions must be made; however, any budget solutions cannot include consideration of redirecting these much-needed funds into the General Revenue Fund, or reallocating any portion of these funds. It is imperative that the Illinois SLEAF, which aids our most vulnerable residents, be protected. Miguel del Valley ICC commissioner, Chicago

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Religion briefs — Area churches, groups and organizations have announced upcoming events. See Page 8.

Award recipient — Courtney Kobold has been named the 2015-16 recipient of Hall High School’s Hugh O’Brian Award. See Page 10.

Community Notes Holiday concert in LaMoille

Country Christmas event Saturday in Tiskilwa TISKILWA — Tiskilwa’s Country Christmas event will be Saturday, Dec. 12. Events at the Museum on Main will include Lionel trains in motion from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., a scavenger hunt for all ages from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., a canned food drive for the Bureau County Food Pantry from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and a performance by the Bureau County Choir at 1 p.m. The Tiskilwa Community Association tree decoration winners will be named after the concert. The Museum on Main will also unveil a new showcase display, “Toys for Tykes Through The Years.” Included in the display will be several Marx model train cars, a 1928 Steiff toy dog Treff, a 1970s hook-and-ladder fire engine, a 1850s china-head doll named “Mrs. Chase” and other toys of the past. The display will

feature a recent acquisition, a Ford tri-motor model plane with a 58-inch wingspan, designed and built by Art Schaefer of rural Tiskilwa in 1925. A rug and bake sale will be held from 9 a.m. to noon at the Tiskilwa Community Church. Over on Galena Street, the Crossroads School will host a free concert at 11 a.m. and open house tours will be at 11:30 a.m. Events at the Tiskilwa Public Library will include a kids’ craft activity, hosted by Tiskilwa’s Girl Scouts, from 10 a.m. to noon, TCA’s free photos with Santa from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., the PHS Madrigal Singers performance at noon and displays by Tiskilwa’s cottage industries from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Complimentary hot dogs, marshmallows and cocoa will be served at the TCA fire pit, located in front of the library, from 10 a.m. to noon.

LAMOILLE — The LaMoille Music Department will have its annual holiday concert featuring students in grades 4-12 holiday at 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 14, in the LaMoille High School gymnasium. The concert is free and open to the public. There will be a silent auction that starts an hour before the concert and closes 10 minutes at the conclusion of the concert. Winners will be announced that night. All proceeds go toward the NYC trip the band and choir will be taking in March.

New Year’s Eve dance “Toys for Tykes Through the Years” Lunch specials will be available at the Indian Valley Inn, Kelly’s Place and Piccolo’s Pizzeria.

Princeton Christian Academy cares for needy children PRINCETON — Princeton Christian Academy recently wrapped up its annual shoebox drive for Operation Christmas Child. All grades participated in this humanitarian project, from Sonshine Preschool through eighth grade. Together, PCA students filled and wrapped more than 67 shoeboxes containing small gifts to be sent

to Christian partners in more than 100 countries. The boxes are filled with school supplies, tooth brushes and paste, combs and hair brushes, games, small clothing items, cuddly toys and games. Gospel booklets and a Bible are added to each box, written in the language of the children who receives it.

overseas to needy children. Princeton Bible Church members also participated in this project. Operation Christmas Child is sponsored by Franklin Graham’s relief organization, Samaritan’s Purse. As part of their relief effort, Samaritan’s Purse collects shoeboxes every November and ships them overseas

PRINCETON — The Princeton Moose Lodge will have a New Year’s Eve dance from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 31, at the lodge, 1339 N. Euclid Ave., Princeton. Music will be provided by The Generics. Snacks, party favors and a champagne toast is included in the cost of $15 per person. RSVP by Monday, Dec. 21, by calling 815-879-5261 or 815-875-2547. A minimum RSVPs are needed to have the dance.

Just for Kix performance PRINCETON — Just for Kix will present “It’s a Marshmallow World in the Winter” on Saturday, Dec. 19, in Princeton High School’s Prouty Gym. Admission is $7 for adults and $4 for students, available at the door. Doors will open at 5 p.m., with the show starting at 5:30 p.m.

‘Coffee with Shannon’ PRINCETON — The community is invited for “Coffee with Shannon” from 1 to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12, at the Grace Performing Arts Center, 316 S. Main St., Princeton. Participants can enjoy complimentary coffee and cookies with Shannon Hill, Festival 56’s new artistic director, as she talks about the current winter production of Tom Mula’s Jacob Marley’s “Christmas Carol.” She will also discuss upcoming spring events at the Grace and her vision and plans for Festival 56’s 2016 summer season. The box office will be open from noon to 2 p.m. for the purchase of tickets to Jacob Marley’s “Christmas Carol” as well as gift certificates or 2016 season packages.

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Christmas cantata PRINCETON — The adult choir of the Evangelical Covenant Church in Princeton will present the Christmas cantata, “Joy! Unspeakable Joy!”, at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13, in the church sanctuary. The cantata, under the direction of Kent Johnson, includes both well-known carols as well as new contemporary style music. The accompaniment DVD offers heartfelt narration and beautiful illustrations of the Christmas story. Other musical selections will be offered by the men’s trio. Refreshments will follow the cantata. The church is located at 24 N. Main St. in Princeton.

Princeton FUMC events PRINCETON — The First United Methodist Church in Princeton has announced upcoming activities: • The public is invited to a “Our Table” dinner at 5 p.m. Monday, Dec. 21. The meal will be followed at 6 p.m. by a “Blue Christmas” worship service in the sanctuary. • There will be two worship services on Thursday, Dec. 24. At 4 p.m., there will be a family friendly service of Los Posadas. The public is invited to join as the children help Mary and Joseph search for a place to stay. At 11 p.m., there will be the traditional worship of Nine Lessons and Carols. Each service will include a traditional candlelighting portion of the worship as they celebrate Christ’s birth.

Open Table Supper and live nativity SHEFFIELD — The Sheffield United Methodist Church will host a free Open Table Supper from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13. The menu will consist of soup, garlic bread, cheese, applesauce and Christmas goodies. Members of the church will also portray a live nativity in the church parking lot from 5 to 7 p.m.

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Bake sale in Tiskilwa TISKILWA — A holiday bake sale will be from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Dec. 12, at the Tiskilwa Community Church. Also for sale will be rugs, vanilla and church cookbooks. Participants should enter through the west side door. A chair-lift is available.

Christmas Eve webcast LADD — A live webcast of the Christmas Eve Mass from Holy Trinity Church in Cherry will take place in Ladd’s Community Center at 4 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 24. The public is invited to attend. For more information, call Diane at 815-894-2440.

Christmas cookie sale CHERRY — The Holy Trinity Cherry Altar and Rosary Society has announced its Christmas cookie sale. Cookies available are cut-out cookies, peanut butter blossoms, fudge, coconut macaroons, shortbread and Spritz. The cost is $6 a dozen, $3.50 for a half dozen. Pre-orders are being taken by calling Carol Lauer at 815-303-4940, Nancy Lowry at 815-228-7436, Barb Pinter at 815-894-2702 or by calling church office at 815-894-2006. Cookies can be picked up in the Cherry Church Hall either Sunday, Dec. 13, from 7 to 10 a.m. or Sunday, Dec. 20 from 7 to 10 a.m.

Blue Christmas service DEPUE — The DePue United Church of Christ will host a Blue Christmas service at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13, in the church sanctuary. The holiday season is hard for some. People who struggle in what is supposed to be a time of joy should remember that they are not alone. The Blue Christmas service is a different kind of service — a service of

comfort, of loss, of hope. The service will be led by DePue UCC Faith Community Nurse Mimi Cofoid, RN, and is for anyone who struggles during the holidays, or even just wants to slow down for a short time. The service will be quiet and reflective, allowing us time to remember those who are not present with us for Christmas, and to acknowledge our losses, along with finding a new kind of peace. This is a community event, no matter where you are in life you are welcomed and invited to this service. For more information, call Pastor Karen at 815-481-2939.

choruses, The Word, The Table and more. All folks and families from the Illinois Valley and Bureau Valley region are invited to come and experience this unique alternative worship gathering. The Seatonville Church is located on Route 6 in Seatonville. For more information, call Pastor Bill Jacobsen at 815228-6717 or visit the church on Facebook at secondsunday.seatonville.

Christmas Mass schedule

PRINCETON — St. Louis Parish will have its annual Advent Communal Penance Service at 1 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13, at St. Louis Church. Several priests will be available.

CHERRY — Holy Trinity Church in Cherry has announced its Christmas Mass schedule: • Christmas Eve Mass, 4 p.m., Holy Trinity Church in Cherry; they will also be broadcasting live church overflow (with communion) at Cherry Church Hall; broadcasting live virtual Mass (with communion) to the Ladd Community Center. • Christmas Eve Mass, 10 a.m., St. Patrick’s Church in Arlington. • Christmas Day Mass, 9 a.m., at St. Thomas More in Dalzell. • New Year’s Eve, 4 p.m., Holy Trinity Church in Cherry. • New Year’s Day, 9 a.m., St. Thomas More in Dalzell.

Second Sunday in Seatonville SEATONVILLE — The Seatonvile Congregational Church, Independent, will host the “Christmas Edition” of its alternative worship gathering, called Second Sunday, at 6 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13. Second Sunday is an alternative worship experience with an eclectic mix of ancient-future worship practices and elements. People can expect a unique blend of psalms, spiritual songs, hymns,

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Holiday bake sale DALZELL — St. Thomas More Parish will present its holiday bake sale from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Dec. 12, in the parish hall, 302 Chestnut St., Dalzell. The event will feature Italian pastries, candy, cookies, cakes, succarini cookies, antipasto and all kinds of goodies.

Scavenger hunt, carol sing WYANET — The Wyanet United Methodist Church will sponsor a lighted Christmas decoration scavenger hunt and carol sing Sunday, Dec. 20, at the church, located at 112 W. Main St., Wyanet. The scavenger hunt will begin at 6 p.m. Participants should bring a camera phone or digital camera for the hunt. The first team back will win a prize and all the teams that finish will be put in a drawing for a prize. Refreshments will be available after the scavenger hunt. The carol sing will follow starting at 7 p.m. Everyone is invited to join in for Christmas carols inside the church. For information, call 815-699-7238.

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Bradford band and chorus students participate in festival BRADFORD — Bradford band and chorus students recently participated in the BVEC Festival. Band and chorus students from Bradford, Bureau Valley North, Bureau Valley South, Ladd, LaMoille, Malden, Neponset and Ohio junior high schools spent the afternoon rehearsing with guest conductors to perfect music they practiced

together. The day ended with and evening concert for family, friends and community. Band students are required to audition for seating at the festival. Earning first chair for their section from Bradford were Jordan Holmberg, percussion; Colby Wall, baritone; Abby Wall, flute; Kenzie Coleman, alto sax; and Madison McDermott, trombone.

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Six Bradford band and chorus students were selected to participate in the IMEA District II Music Festival at Augustana College in Rock Island on Nov. 7. All of the students from Bradford who auditioned were selected. Pictured are Nicholas Bosch (from left), Marli Walsh, McKenzie Stahl, Isaac Stahl, Jordan Holmberg, Mckenzie Coleman.

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Voice of Democracy winners Winners of the Bureau Valley High School Voice of Democracy competition are firstplace winner, Emily Wall (from left); second-place winner, Margaret Kelly; and thirdplace winner, Abbey Howes. All three are seniors at Bureau Valley High School. The competition was sponsored locally by Wyanet VFW Post 6634 and the Ladies Auxiliary who awarded medals and prizes of $100, $75, and $50, as well as gift certificates to the Wyanet VFW chicken fry for the students and their families. The contest is open to students from all over the United States who compete for scholarships by writing and recording an essay on a patriotic theme. This year’s theme was, “My Vision for America.” Wall’s essay will be forwarded on to district competition.

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Area students receive scholarships from Iowa State University AMES, Iowa — The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Iowa State University has awarded more than 1,500 scholarships to students for the 2015-16 academic year. The college and its departments award more than $2 million in scholarships each year. Along

with strong scholarship support for freshmen, transfer students and current undergraduate and graduate students, the college continues to attract a record number of students and maintain high placement rates for its graduates. Area students received

scholarships were: • Skyler Brazel of Tiskilwa, Jere Wise Scholarship in Agriculture. • Trevin Kennedy of Walnut, Joseph Fleming Endowment. • Julia Edlefson of Wyanet, Land O’Lakes Scholarship for Women & Minorities in Agriculture.

Kobold receives Hall HOBY award SPRING VALLEY — Sophomore Courtney Kobold of Cherry has been named the 2015-16 recipient of Hall High School’s Hugh O’Brian Award. Kobold will attend a state leadership seminar this summer at Illinois Wesleyan University with other HOBY award winners from around the state. HOBY stands for Hugh O’Brian Youth Association. The mission of the association is to seek, recognize and develop leadership potential commencing with high school sophomores. The expected outcomes of the seminar are for students attending to learn to better think critically; to enhance their leadership skills; to learn more about democracy, free enterprise, and volunteerism; and to accept the risks of leadership. Throughout the threeday seminar, Kobold will

interact with leaders in media, politics and business in Illinois. HOBY representatives also will have the chance to speak with various representatives from various colleges. The weekend ends with a banquet and show, and the parents are invited to attend. Kobold is the daughter of Brian and Julie Kobold of Cherry. She has been active in volleyball, basketball, Devilettes, Pep Club, Student Council and Science Club. Kobold was selected by faculty and her peers. The faculty nominates students for this honor. The top names of nominees are then presented to the sophomore class to vote. The faculty and students vote according to the following criteria: outstanding written/oral communication skills, critical and/or creative thinking, creative

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Freedom House receives book donation Courtney Kobold problem-solving, strong decision making skills, sensitivity to the needs of others, charismatic personality, courage to speak out for one’s beliefs, courage to challenge authority, and community service. The Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership program began in 1958 inspired by conversations with Dr. Albert Schweitzer.

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Illinois Valley Community College’s Early Childhood Education program students and the IVCC Bookstore teamed up to collect new and gently-used children’s books for donation to local children’s agencies. As part of the National Student Day activities, the collection earned donors a coupon for the IVCC Bookstore. Fifteen boxes of books were distributed amongst children’s agencies including the Freedom House in Princeton, Center for Youth and Families in LaSalle, Tri-County Opportunities Council in Rock Falls and the Youth Services Bureau in Ottawa. IVCC ECE program coordinator Diane Christianson presents books to Cory Engelbrecht of the Freedom House in Princeton.

Music jam planned for Dec. 18 in Princeton PRINCETON — A bluegrass, gospel and country music jam will be from 6 to 10 p.m. Friday, Dec. 18, 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.

11 Sports Thursday, December 10, 2015 • 11 Area roundup — Princeton wrestlers beat Mendota and St. Bede wins on last-second shot. See Page 13.

Boys basketball: Princeton 62, Sherrard 36

Princeton roars past Sherrard By Dan Dwyer sports@bcrnews.com

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Princeton’s Courtney Oeder, Brooke Hieronymus and Michaela Storm battle for the ball with St. Bede’s Maddy Pearson during the Lady Bruins’ Monday’s 51-37 win over the Lady Tigresses at Prouty Gym.

Girls basketball: St. Bede 51, Princeton 37

Lineup change helps Lady Bruins win By Dan Dwyer sports@bcrnews.com

PRINCETON — Depth off of the bench creates options, and St. Bede coach Tom McGunnigal took full advantage of his talent pool when he put senior guard Gabbie Morrow and senior center Brianna Lau into the second half lineup of the Three Rivers Conference matchup Monday, Dec. 7, in Princeton. The different second half lineup provided some rhythm to the Lady Bruins’ play and provided a shot in the arm for the Bruins as they surged to a 51-37 victory

over the Tigresses at Prouty Gymnasium. “We’re definitely a rhythm team,” McGunnigal said. “We play with energy and we try to feed off of each other and play loose. We just didn’t have it tonight and we seemed tight, a little out of sorts and a little out of balance. Everybody who got out there muscled through and made plays. They made it happen. The bottom line for us is we got out there and got the win.” Leading by a margin of 19-16 at the half, McGunnigal knew he had to shake things up a bit to provide that

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PRINCETON — The Princeton Tigers showed up to its matchup on its home court against the Sherrard Tigers with the intention of showing which Tigers squad had the loudest roar on opening night of Three Rivers Conference play Tuesday, Dec. 8, in Princeton. Princeton did just that as they proved to be the apex predator of the two squads for a 62-36 Princeton victory in Prouty. Defense and ball security were the cornerstones for Princeton’s success as the Tiger defenders were relentless in their pursuit of the basketball, contesting nearly every shot on the defensive end while only turning the ball over three times on the offensive end of play in the first half. That type of all around play got Princeton out to an early 13-3 lead with 2:24 to play in the first quarter and steadily built upon that as they scored 16 points in each of the first three quarters for a 48-25 lead with one quarter to play. “Tonight we did a fantastic job, defensively. Most of their shots were tough contested shots and we sealed out on the board. We held them to 12 points at halftime and that’s just an outstanding job,” Princeton coach Michael Fredericks said. “We talked about before the game that we need to rebound and go. Rebound it, find your outlet and get out there and zip that baby down the court and push it at them. Most defenders don’t like that much pressure coming at them the entire game.” Princeton’s run and gun style of offense and shut down defense opened up numerous doors for the Tigers early as they spread the floor and knocked down all five of their 3 pointers in the first half scoring 15 points in the first half by way of the three ball compared to only 12 points of total offense by Sherrard in the entirety of the first half. “When opponents score on us we need to take that personally and the guys did that. They buckled down and played good solid team defense tonight,” Fredericks said. Junior guard Colby Robbins and senior guard Levi Bates each knocked down two treys in the opening half with senior guard Jake Reinhardt adding the fifth and final 3-pointer. Bates shot 5-of-7 from the field for 12 points, while Reinhardt had an outstanding night leading his team in points (13), rebounds (5) and assists (4).

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LaMoille Athletic Boosters to honor Lovgren I first met Chuck Lovgren during the 1986-87 basketball season, my first full sports season here at the BCR. He was one of the very first people I met in the great small town of LaMoille. He always wanted to talk sports when I’d show up at LaMoille. I don’t think I even knew his name at first. I just knew him as “Mr. LaMoille Sports.” How true those words ring out years later. I can’t think of anyone who has supported LaMoille sports and been involved in them more than Lovgren. The LaMoille Athletic Boosters think so, too. They will be honoring the longtime LaMoille sports man at a special ceremony during the boys basketball game Friday, Dec. 11. Lovgren has been involved in a variety of LaMoille sports from coaching summer activities and junior high sports to most recently high school baseball. When he’s not coaching, he follows all the LHS teams from the stands, now watching his freshman granddaughter, Cassie Martin, whom he occasionally gives pointers to. “I didn’t do it for me. You do it for the kids,” he said. “If you don’t enjoy it, don’t be out there. That’s what I’ve always said. Coach for the kids and you’ll enjoy it. You’ll have fun.”

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HIERONYMUS’ HYPOTHESIS Brian Chasteen of the LaMoille Athletic Boosters said LaMoille has been lucky enough to have Lovgren coaching all these years. “Most people don’t realize the dedication, time and effort it takes to be a good coach. Most coaches only coach one or two sports, but Chuck has coached about every sport available in LaMoille over the years, including coaching several different sports per year,” Chasteen said. “Chuck is an all around great guy, always encouraging the kids to do their best. Honoring Chuck on his retirement is just a small thank you from the booster for all his years of coaching LaMoille sports.” Lovgren, a 1969 graduate of LaMoille High School, got started coaching in 1986 when his oldest daughter Cindy (Martin) was 13. He’s also coached daughter, Amanda (Fischer), and several of his grandchildren.

Along the way he’s coached summer softball, junior high boys and girls basketball and volleyball. He coached the Lions summer teams back in the days when the high school coaches were not allowed to during the summer. ‘I know some of those girls had to be getting tired of me because I was doing (all the sports),” Lovgren said. “I either went from the ball diamond to the gym or the gym to the ball diamond. Lovgren, 64, took over the LHS baseball program, following the tragic death of his wife, Cathy, in 2008 in a head-on automobile accident. The Lions gave him an outlet from his grief. They may not have won a lot of ballgames, but they learned a lot about life from Lovgren and how to play the game. Lovgren, a LaMoille farmer and active 50-year 4-Her, is giving up the baseball job this spring due to health reasons. He said he’ll help out the new coach if they need it. Chasteen said the boosters are encouraging all former players and coaches of teams that Lovgren has coached to attend the game Friday to help honor Chuck. Nearly every family in LaMoille has been touched by Lovgren in one way or the other, either as an athlete yourself, your son or daughter or your grandchild.

Come out Friday just to tell Chuck thanks. Lovgren said. “They “told me to be there Friday, so I’ll be there. It’s nice of

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provide that extra spark the Bruins needed to get over the hump. Morrow and Lau provided that spark as their presence on the court led to both an offensive and defensive transformation that led to a 17-5 Bruin third quarter. “We’re just too deep to not be able to do that and take advantage of our depth. If you’re not going to play well, there should be somebody there chomping at the bit to take your spot, so I offered it up to Bri and Gabbie and I thought they gave us a nice spark to the second half,” McGunnigal said. Senior guard Julia Pohar benefited most from the changes the Bruins (5-4, 3-1) made, leaving her with open looks to knock down two 3-pointers on her way to eight points in the frame. “We came out of the locker room real good, got what we needed and pushed the lead a little bit,” McGunnigal said. “We had a little bit more energy and made some stops on defense. We kept some pressure on them and stayed in our pressure a little bit longer even when they got across half court. We tried to make them play a little faster than I think they’re used to and that just didn’t work very well in the first half.” Hanna Bima grabbed 14 rebounds and added 10

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Princeton’s Courtney Oeder and St. Bede’s Thea Mauck battle for a rebound in Monday’s game at Prouty Gym won by St. Bede, 51-37. points for a double-double while Pohar’s eight point third quarter propelled her to a game-high 16 points. “We didn’t execute like we needed to and we turned the ball over. We made some mistakes offensively, defensively and we didn’t rebound the ball particularly well. We just didn’t play a very good game tonight. For whatever reason, we didn’t have ‘it’ tonight,” Princeton coach Jeff Ohlson said. Princeton (4-4, 0-3) was led offensively by junior center Courtney Oeder with a double-double of her own

for the Tigress offense on 14 points and 13 rebounds. “I think we ended up getting to some rights spots and we got our hands on some balls when they tried to skip. Julia Pohar made a couple of nice plays that way and we kind of played a little bit more of our game,” McGunnigal said. Both teams will be back on the hardwood with the Tigresses hosting the Morrison Mustangs and Saint Bede welcoming its rival in the Hall Lady Red Devils Thursday, Dec. 10, as both games tips off at 7:30 p.m.

Reinhardt’s performance came just four days after he and his family lost their home to a fire. The resilience that the young Reinhardt has showed proved to his coach exactly the type of student-athlete he already had. “This is my first year as varsity head coach. I’ve been at it now in the coaching profession for eight years and I don’t know if I’ve ever been more proud of anyone than Jake Reinhardt,” Fredericks said. “Saturday after the fire we talked and he wanted to play. In a matter of hours after he lost his house he’s playing afterwards in the Eastern Shootout. That’s hardcore, he’s a baller and he wants to play. He has a nose-to-the-grindstone work ethic. He’s a phenomenal young man that comes from a great family here in town.” The Tigers will take the court again Friday, Dec. 11, as they travel to Amboy to take on the Clippers for a 7:30 p.m. start. Notes: The Princeton Tigers family also showed its character as the proceeds from Tuesday’s 50/50 drawing were designated for the Reinhardt family.

The winner of the $256 drawing also promptly donated their winnings

back for the benefit of the Reinhardt family.

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Princeton’s Issac Salazar shoots during Tuesday night’s 62-36 win at Prouty Gym over the Sherrard Tigers. Salazar bucketed seven points.

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Scoreboard

Basketball

Princeton grapplers beat Mendota Princeton defeated Mendota on the mats Monday 51-18. Princeton winners were Shaylynn Hartmann (113) by forfeit, Tyler Wood (120) by pin fall, Luke Marselle (126) by forfeit, Elias San Juan (132) by pin fall in overtime, Peyton Hammerich (160) by forfeit, Dallas Hill (170) pin, Chase Tatum (220) pin and Chaz Williams (285) pin.

Girls basketball

BV 50, Rockridge 47: Bureau Valley beat Rockridge 50-47 Monday behind Saige Barnett’s 15 points. Christen Hurley chipped in with 11. Hall 43, Morrison 34: Hall beat visiting Morrison Monday 43-34 behind Hunter Galassi’s 21 points. Morrison’s

Hieronymus From Page 1 • A highly active sports family in Princeton, the Reinhardts, tragically lost their home early Saturday morning to a fire. Thank God everyone got out of the house safely, but they have lost

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sophomores won 36-32. Gabby Engelhaupt had eight points in the loss.

Boys basketball

Henry 58, LaMoille 51: Henry defeated LaMoille on Tuesday 58-52 despite LaMoille’s Josh Gross’ 13 points and Clay Stuepfert’s 11 points. St. Bede 70, Orion 69: Baylee Hopps’ game-winning shot as time expired lifted the St. Bede Bruins to a 70-69 win over Orion, which scored with eight seconds to go to take its only lead of the game at 69-68 before Hopps’ heroics. Jon Dose led the Bruins’ attack with 18 points followed by Andrew Pyszka with 17 points. Hopps had 16 points on the night.

everything. It is times like these we should rally around and support the Reinhardts. Jake Reinhardt, the eldest of four boys to John and Tina, showed courage by suiting up in Saturday afternoon’s basketball game for PHS and performing in that night’s Madrigals. The

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High school girls St. Bede 54, Princeton 37. PHS: S. Murray 5 points, A. Murray 10, Mall 3, Strom 2, Ray 3, Oeder 12, Rhodes 2. St. Bede: Pohar 18, Sickley 3, Mauck 2, Postula 2, Schupp 2, Morrow 2, Ludford 12, Bima 10, Pearson 2, Lau 1. Hall 43, Morrison 34. Hall: Soldati 4, Lechner 7, Lusietto 2, Barroso 6, Scheri 3, Galassi 21. Bureau Valley 50, Rockridge 47. Bureau Valley: Barnett 15, Kepner 8, Moreland 7, Hurley 11, Johnson 9. High school boys Princeton 62, Sherrard 36. PHS: Reinhardt 13, Kuhne 4, Mead 2, Bates 12, Robbins 6, Farraher 6, Jilderda 2, Behrends 6, Youngren 3, Salazar 7, Loftus. Junior high boys BVEC Tournament at Walnut SATURDAY: Malden 24, Ohio 9. Malden: Bohms 8, Burns 6. Ohio: Fitzpatrick: 3 LaMoille 40, DePue 25. LaMoille: Winn 15, Browning 10. DePue: Tyson 14 Neponset 41, Ladd 31. Neponset: Verbout 22, Donovan 9. Ladd: Riva 6 MONDAY: BVN 40, Malden 11. BVN: Mugent 10, Batten 6. Malden: Burns 6. BVS 52, Bradford 21. BVS: Dean 15, DeVenney 10. Bradford: Guelde 9. At Princeton 7th grade game: Logan 30 (10-1, 5-0), JFK 15. Logan: Gibson 7, Reinhardt 5, Foes 5, Haring 4, Hoffman 4, Rossler 4. JFK: Rybarchzyk 11 8th grade game: Logan 40 (6-7, 3-2), JFK 34. Loan: Atkinson 13, Haring 15, Duffin 6, Scaggs 3. JFK: Woznik 15, DeBates 6.

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FARM SALE CONSIGNMENT: 2012 CIH 7088 Combine, #YBG006984, 1064/751 hrs., rock trap, chopper, AFX rotor, power fold bin extension, Lateral tilt feeder house, single point hook-ups, Guidance Ready, 520/85R42 tires and duals; 2007 CIH 2062 flex draper head, #0015768, 36’, single point, good belts, 3” sickle cut, contour; Maurer 36’ Head Cart, tandem, lights, brakes; 2008 Drago N8 Cornhead, #25769, 8 Row 30:, single point, double cut row chop, knife rolls, roll-o-cone outer dividers; 1999 Massey-Ferguson 8270 MFD tractor, #CH064001, 5457 hrs, Valmet 8.4L diesel, power shift, 3 pt w/quick hitch, 1000 pto, 4 hyd. Outlets, 480/80R42 tires and axle duals; 2005 CIH MXU100 MFD Tractor, ACP251132, 1135 hrs, Power shift w/LH reverser, 2 hyd., 3 pt., 540/1000 PTO, 18.4-38 tires, rear wheel weights, w/CIH LX156 loader, 96” material bucket, joy stick, auxiliary front hyd.; 2014 CIH Farmall 75A MFD Tractor, #1265952, 180 hrs., 16.9/14-30 tires, 3 pt, 2 hyd, 540 pto, 8 speed synchro tranw., w/CIH L540 front mount loader, quick tach, joystick,; FFC LAF1508, 8’ blade, Euro quick tach, joystick, hyd. Angle, HD w/skid shoes; Rock Bucket, 5’, Euro quick tach w/hyd. Grapples; Clark C500Y50 Forklift, #Y355 111 4321, 3 stage mast, LP, 4500 lb lift, side shift; 1999 Freightliner, #1FUY3MDB2XLB21276, 369,000 miles, Day Cab, M11 Cummins, 10 speed, Aluminum outer wheels 22.5’s; 2012 Merrit 42’ Ag hopper bottom grain trailer, #1MT2P221DH023263, steel wheels, springs, roll tarp; Kinze 2600 16-31 planter, #610276, 16R30/31R15, 16 Yetter combo’s, 15 row coulters only, insecticide, Precision Meters/corn; Bean units Kinze brush, 20/20 Precision Monitor; 2012 CIH True Tandem 330 Turbo, #0066372, 25’, wing tandems, rolling reel, 3 seasons; J&M 105022S grain cart, scale w/printer, 35.5L-32 diamond tread tires; 2009 Brandt 1060 Swing-away auger #90245; J&M 525-SD Gravity Wagon #3282, brakes, 425-22.5 tires; Batco PS2500 driver over pit, hyd. drive conveyor, end transport, 14,000 bu/hour; BushHog 12715 Legend batwing mower, 15’, 8 hard tires, 1,000 PTO; Patriot 100 Seed Tender, 2 box, Honda electric start, remote auger control; 2005 Trailer Man gooseneck trailer, 25’ w/beaver tail w/triple ramps, single wheel tandems; Krause 1900 hyd. Fold 24’ disc, ws; Tandem axle tender trailer, 2000 gallon poly tank and transfer pump; GENERAL CONSIGNMENTS: TRACTORS: 2011 John Deere 7830 MFD, #D037236, 1280 hrs.,380/90/R52 tires & duals, 10 ft wts, 4 remotes w/power beyond, 3 pt w/quick hitch, IVT Trans, 205 HP, Very Nice; John Deere 4440 Tractor, #037659R, 18.4-38 tires, 11:00-16 fronts, 2 remotes, 3 pt hitch; Steiger Cougar ST280, #110-02007 82, 2999 hrs, 855 Cummins, 20 speed, 4 remotes, 20.8-38 tires & duals, new air seat, One Owner; JD 4020 diesel tractor, WF, syncro, 4695 hrs., 2 remotes, 3 pt, 18.4-34, re-paint, NICE TILLAGE: John Deere 980, 38’ field cultivator, 5 bar spike, very nice; McFarlane 22 ½’ mounted spike harrow, like new; Kewanee 1010, 17 ½’ hyd. Fold disc, very nice; Kewanee 14’ cultimulcher; Glencoe SF 4300 21’ finisher, Reel and spike harrow; Yetter 5 shank inline ripper w/ coulters; Kewanee 1010 21’ disc w/Lindsey 22 ½’ section harrow and cart; Taylorway 20’ wing disc; IH133 6R RM cultivator; DMI NH 3, 7 knife w/ coulters 3 pt bar; Hiniker 6000 row Cultivator, 6RN, single sweep, HD PLANTING EQUIPMENT: CIH 950 no-till planter, 6R30, both drums, 1000 pto pump; Sudenga Seed Tender, 3 compartment bulk fill, on 10T gear, nice ANTIQUE AND COLLECTIBLES: Rawleigh Engine Co., 1 ½ hp on steel wheel engine cart; Stover Light Co., 3 hp, engine on steel wheel engine cart; Baker/Monitor pump jack engine; IH Titan 1 hp engine; 2 bottom plow, 2 pt hitch parts, AC, JD hoods, AC fenders and nose cone, steel wheel hay rake; WAGONS, GRAIN CART AND AUGERS: Brent 644 gravity wagon, brakes, lights, Very Nice; M&W 450 bu. Gravity wagon, 13.6-16.1 tires; A&L 650 auger cart, hyd. Fold auger, tandem, Nice; Farm King 13” x 85’ Swing-away Auger, Nice; Farm King 13” x 70’ Swing-away Auger, Nice; Farm King 10” x 60’ Swing-away Auger; Farm King 10” x 31’ Truck Auger; Westfield MK80-61 Sing away Auger; Farm King hydraulic power singaway unit; Mayrath 8” x 30’ Truck Auger w/4 cylinder Continental power unit, hydraulic drive, hydro trans; MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT: Kuntz 10’ box scraper, hyd. Tilt, hyd. Ripper, Nice; 96” Material Bucket 740/840 JD Loader, Nice; Bale Spike 740/840 JD Loader, Nice; JD 930 Platform, 30’, poly, poly tynes, Nice; JD 930F Platform, 30’, Flex, poly, Nice; DMI Hyd. Markers, HD; Sanborn 20 gal air compressor; Sanborn 30 gal upright air compressor; Honda E250 Generator; Maxa/Coleman 4200 generator and 100’ 220/100 power cord; MMD NGK-6000H generator, Nice VEHICLES AND TRAILER: 2011 EBY Maverick, 20’ Livestock Trailer, Like New, 2004 Chev 2500 Silverado, 4x4, 75,435 miles, V-8, Auto, Air, Silver, DMI Shock bumper, Very Clean; 2000 Pontiac Grand Am GT, MUCH, MUCH, MORE – CONSIGNMENTS DAILY Currently Accepting Consignments – Many more by Sale Day Watch for additions on www.rickrediger.com NUMBER SYSTEM WILL BE USED – I.D. REQUIRED TERMS: CASH OR GOOD CHECK – NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 13TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF BUREAU PRINCETON, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK NATIONAL ) ASSOCIATION; ) Plaintiff, ) vs. ) JARED L. ORTEGA; FRANKIE L. ORTEGA; ) Defendants, ) 15 CH 10 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, January 14, 2016, at the hour of 3:00 p.m. inside the main entrance of Bureau County Courthouse, 700 S. Main, Princeton, IL 6135, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: Lot 7 in Block 17 in the Village of Ladd, Excepting therefrom the underlying coal, fireclay and other minerals, together with the right to dig, mine and remove the same with-

out entering upon the surface thereof, all lying and being situated in the County of Bureau, in the State of Illinois. Commonly known as 232 North Iowa Street, Ladd, IL 61329. P.I.N. 18-10-306-015. The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 15-003622 NOS I678169 Published in the Bureau County Republican Dec. 10, 17 and 24, 2015.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF ILLINOIS BUREAU COUNTY, PRINCETON, ILLINOIS Vibrant Credit Union, f/k/a, ) DHCU Community Credit Union, ) Plaintiff, ) vs. ) Amanda Crowe, Ralf Crowe, ) Unknown Owners, and Non-Record ) Claimants. ) Defendants. ) No. 15-CH-61 Notice of Sale 735ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(3) 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 said judgement, will be sold to the highest bidder. (A) The name, address and telephone number of the person to contact for information regarding the real estate is: Gina Herman, Corporate Paralegal, Vibrant Credit Union, 1900 52nd Avenue, Moline, IL 61265 (309) 796-7517 (B) The common address and other common description, (other than legal description), if any, of the real estate is: 221 E. North St. Sheffield, IL 61361 (C) The legal description of the real estate is: The west half of lot Six (6) and all of lots Seven (7) and Eight (8) in Second North Addition to the Village of Sheffield, Bureau County, Illinois. (D) A description of the improvements on the

real estate is: residential real estate (E) The real estate may be inspected prior to sale upon making arrangements with the person identified in paragraph (A) above (F) The time and place of the sale are: January 14, 2016, 10 a.m., Bureau County Courthouse, Princeton, Illinois. (G) The terms of the sale are: 20% in cash or certified funds at the time of the sale and the balance in cash or certified funds in 24 hours following the sale (H) Title will be conveyed subject to any and all unpaid real estate taxes and special assessments, if any, easements and restrictions of recored and any unexpired leases. Purchaser shall be responsible for payment of any revenue stamps and the cost of any title insurance. Patrick M. Bahen Attorney for Vibrant Credit 1900 52nd Ave. Moline, IL 61265 309-623-4181 Ext. 2028 Published in the Bureau County Republican Dec. 10, 17 and 24, 2015.

names and post office addresses of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as TC Construction located at 205 West 3rd St, Malden, IL 61337. Dated this 7th Day of December, 2015. /s/Kamala S. Hieronymus Bureau County Clerk Published in the Bureau County Republican Dec. 10, 17 and 24, 2015.

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Do you have a new business? Has someone from your company received an award? Is your ag operation doing something different or unique? — Contact BCR Staff Writer Lyle Ganther at 815-875-4461, ext. 6360, or email him at lganther@bcrnews.com with your story ideas or press releases.

In good ‘Kompany’ Princeton native brings cool scene, calm demeanor and collection of craft beers to Main Street By Eric Engel eengel@bcrnews.com

PRINCETON — When you come into Kenny Kramer’s new business, the only prerequisites are that you furnish your surroundings with smooth maneuvers; you must wearing clothes, and you have to have a craving for craftiness. After all, when you walk through the door, you’re on “Kompany” time. Kramer grew up in a business family, as his parents started Kramer’s Garage Doors in 1983, and one of his mom’s many talents developed into Kramer’s Kitchen a few years back. He said friends and colleagues teased him about taking over the establishment where Fitzgerald’s formerly resided, but he needed to be physically, mentally and financially prepared for the venture. The jury is still out on whether he accomplished that task by opening the Kompany, but sometimes you just have to jump and grow wings on your way down. “I knew the town needed something a little different to get interested in instead of a place you come drink your sorrows away,” Kramer said, mentioning his goal was to add to the uniqueness Fitzgerald’s had offered with something that “wowed your mind. I sell beer and liquor, but you need something else. You need the service, of course, and the right crew with a quality product and atmosphere.” Kramer replaced the Tuscany-wine theme with distinctive and abstract decor acquired from his many travels through the cultural landscape. He plastered his walls with the

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Liana Hall is the owner of Young da Vinci Creative Childcare that will open its doors Dec. 14 at the Princeton Arts Academy, 230 Backbone Road East, Princeton.

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The Kompany on South Main Street in Princeton offers a great variety of craft beers and a strong dose of culture to visitors young and old. Bar owner Kenny Kramer relies on decades worth of business experience in his family, who have generated economic growth in Princeton since he was 3 years old. a top hat and mustache collage borrowed from strongmen of the early 1900s, and has a stage area available where bluegrass roots can grow beside cowboy boots and the thundering riffs of rock n’ roll. “My crowd right now is 21 to 96 years old, I believe,” Kramer said with a friendly grin, placing an invitation for a peaceful drink on the laborer’s table and in the businessman’s binder. “We have around 50 different craft beers here, in bottle and on draft, so if people want to expand their horizon, we can steer them in the right direction.” With an associate’s degree in construction design and management from Parkland Community College, Kramer relies on the many business classes he studied to promote the Kompany, and turned the base-

Princeton native Kenny Kramer certainly doesn’t lack enthusiasm as he ventures into the landscape of business ownership. His bar, the Kompany, welcomes all patrons, so long as they are wearing a smile. ment into the Kompany Down Under, where patrons can throw business parties, weddings, baby showers and more. He mentioned business has been outstanding, and Kramer thanked all the people who helped with effort or advice, as the path toward expansion and improvement seems to grow more familiar every day. “It hasn’t really set in yet that I own this place,

but it’s cool to be here and see people come in and enjoy,” he said. The Kompany, located at 432 S. Main St., is open Tuesday through Thursday from 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. and Friday and Saturday from 3 p.m. to 2 a.m. Research on football and Bloody Mary Sundays is currently underway, with trial runs open to the public. Comment on this story at www.bcrnews.com.

Creativity + childcare = masterpieces Young da Vinci Creative Childcare opens

By Lyle Ganther lganther@bcrnews.com

PRINCETON — Young da Vinci Creative Childcare is now taking applications for its center opening Dec. 14 at the Princeton Arts Academy, 230 Backbone Road East, Princeton. Liana Hall is the owner of the center that is licensed by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services. She wants to keep the center small, in order to stay focused on quality interaction between teachers and children. “Princeton could benefit from a more creative outlet for kids,” she said. “Some kids don’t do well in big group settings. Some don’t learn well with technology. We will have hands-on sensory activities.” Young da Vinci’s mission is to enrich children’s lives through daily childcare with a focus on artistic devel-

opment and education using age-appropriate activities and experiences, according to its mission statement. Children participate in daily art enrichment projects, exercises and sensory activities that educate them in not only fine arts and influential artists, but additional arts such as music, performing arts and other disciplines. The center will have eight teachers and be open 5:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. Enrollment options include full time (5 days), part-time (1-4 days), variable schedules or drop-in (per available basis). Ages will be 15-24 month olds, 2 year olds and 3-5 year olds. The phone number for the center is 815915-7717. The website address is www.youngdavincikids.com. Comment on this story at www.bcrnews.com.

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Health department releases scores The Bureau/Putnam County Health Department makes routine and unannounced visits each month to various food service establishments in Bureau and Putnam counties to inspect the operations. All inspection reports are a matter of public record and can be seen at the Bureau County Health Department in Princeton.

Bureau County food service evaluations

Bradford

Shallowbrook Farm & Retreat Center 96

Bureau

Jonesy’s Ranch House 89 Sidetracked 94

Dalzell

Geno V’s Restaurant & Lounge 95

DePue

Mi Oficina Bar 100

Ladd

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Joe’s Pizza 82 Rip’s Tavern 94 Softails 87

A little of this ... A little of that Patrons who went on last weekend’s Tour of Homes, sponsored by the Perry Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, also had the opportunity to attend a Vendor Fair, held at the Bureau County Metro Center. The event included a host of vendors who had their wares for sale, just in time for the holidays.

Malden

The Feed Store 94

Neponset

The Neponset Oasis 95

Peru

Saint Bede Academy 85

Princeton

Alexander Park Tavern 90 Beck’s 14 94 Big Apple Restaurant 85 Bureau County Senior Citizens Association 99 Burger King 85 Country Comfort Retirement Home 99 Four and Twenty Cafe 92 Grandma Rosie’s Sweet Treats 96 Greenfield Retirement Home 99 Kramer’s Kitchen/Chuckwagon 100 Manor Court 90 Maria’s Pizza II 95 Oriental Gardens 86 Perry Memorial Hospital-Cafeteria 99 Pizza Hut 98 Prime Quarter Steak House 98 Princeton High School-Food Service 99 Princeton Plaza Restaurant 89 Rebecca’s Catering, Event Planning 99 Road Ranger 81 Super Wok 75 Bureau County Jail 99 Lincoln Elementary School 98 St. Louis School 99 The Kompany 95 Apollo Theater 90

Sheffield

Bellucio’s Pizza 100

Spring Valley

Alfano’s 85 El Real Taco 87 Las Palmas 77 Over Yonder Bar and Grill 91 Spring Valley Mini Market 90 Verucchi’s 94

Walnut

Walnut Cafe and Bar 87 Walnut Manor Nursing Home 97 BV North 98

Wyanet

BV Elementary 99

Putnam County food service evaluations Granville

Ali’s Pantry 91 Kaddywampus Sports Grill 93 PC Foods Inc.-Food Service 94 Pagan O’leary’s 88 Spring Valley Boat Club 91 The Corner Store 92

Hennepin

Rolando’s Inc. 98 Samm’s Bar and Grill 94

Mark

Clover Club DDG 92 Coal Miner’s Cafe 91 Markos Inc. 94

McNabb

Edgewood Park Golf Course 96 Moreno’s On Main 86 All evaluations conducted Nov. 1 through Nov. 30

Hoffman joins IVCH Women’s Health Care Center

PERU — The Women’s Health Care Center (WHCC) at Illinois Valley Community Hospital has added another certified nurse midwife to its staff. Dana Hoffman, CNM, will join the WHCC staff

in January. She is coming to IVCH from Crusader Community Health, a network of healthcare clinics in the Rockford area. She had previously worked for Women’s Healthcare Partners of Illinois, which

has offices in Ottawa, Marseilles and Streator. Before becoming a midwife, Hoffman was a registered nurse in the labor and delivery department at KSB Hospital in Dixon, a post she took

after working as a nurse in KSB’s OB/GYN clinic for six years. Hoffman’s midwifery master’s degree is from the University of Illinois-Chicago. She earned her bachelor’s degree in

nursing at Northern Illinois University. For an appointment, call 815-2232944.

Hoffman

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T’was the night before Christmas and all through the shop, not a rug was dirty, not even a mop. The rugs were all hung on the rack with care, with hopes

that Santa would soon be there. When I awoke early Christmas morning, what did I see? Jolly Old Saint Nicholas cleaning a rug for me.

Merry Christmas!!

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Christmas For ids Christmas For Kids is sponsored by: Princeton Wesleyan Church & Bureau County Sheriff’s Department

TOY BOX LOCATIONS Princeton: Bureau County Republican Central Bank Centrue Bank -North Centrue Bank -South Evangelical Covenant Church First United Methodist Church Gardener Denver Heartland Bank-Main Heartland Bank-North Logan Jr. High Jillian’s BC Metro Center Midland Bank -North Midland Bank -South MTM Recognition New Hope Nazarene Church Perry Memorial Hospital Princeton Public Library Princeton Wesleyan Church

Security Finance St Johns Lutheran Church Walmart LaMoille: First State Bank LaMoille High School Malden: Malden Banking Center Manlius: Manlius Banking Center Bureau Valley High School Neponset: Community State Banking Center Sheffield: Sheffield Banking Center Van Orin: First State Bank

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