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Illinois Valley Owned Businesses

Keeping It In the Family...

Generation After Generation

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Marty Chiropractic Chiropractic care runs in the family at Marty Chiropractic in Lostant. Dr. Rhonda Marty-Anderson is a third-generation chiropractor, managing a practice started by her grandfather and continued by her own father. This year will mark the practice’s 100th anniversary in the community. Today she shares the practice with her husband, Dr. Eric W. Anderson, where they help patients from newborns through centenarians.

Dr. Anderson is a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician (CCSP). Whether it’s knee pain from a weekend softball game or back concerns that are preventing one from enjoying their golf game, Dr. Anderson helps patients find relief and get back in the game.

Dr. Marty-Anderson has a post-graduate Diplomate (DICCP) in pediatric chiropractic care and specializes in care of children from newborn through adolescents. Additionally, she offers special care for pregnant patients.

Learn how chiropractic are can make a difference in your life. Make an appointment by calling 815-368-3421, or check us out online at www.martychiropractic.net

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Feel the Difference Chiropractic Can Make in Your Life Celebrating 100 years in business!

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+ Lumber + Roofing + Siding + Decking + Landscaping + Cabinetry + Framing + Drywall

Dr. Eric Anderson, CCSP (Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician)

Dr. Rhonda Marty-Anderson, DICCP (Diplomate in Clinical Chiropractic Pediatrics)

815-368-3421 LOSTANT

+ Fireplaces + Countertops + Hardware + Fixtures + Plumbing + Stone & so much more!

Build it once. Build it right.

Corner of Route 18 & 251 Exit 41 on Interstate 39

Since 1848

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Along Peru’s Historic Riverfront | 1100 Water St. | Peru | mazelumber.com

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President award winning Al Cioni Ford in Granville, IL has been owned and operated by the Cioni Family for 54 years and three generations. Owner Al Cioni believes that “with a focus on teamwork, our goal has always been to deliver topnotch sales and service in order to make our customers happy. It’s in our DNA. Everyone plays a part in customer satisfaction.” Due to this goal, Al Cioni Ford has been awarded the Ford President’s Award, which recognizes auto dealerships across the U.S. who deliver outstanding customer service.

Winning Ford Motor Company’s most prestigious award for the 9th time, the Al Cioni team strives to work hard with excellence as a top priority and a focus on customer satisfaction in sales and service. At Al Cioni Ford you will deal directly with one person, and our no-pressure sales environment will give you time to explore your options before buying the new or certified pre-owned vehicle that best fits your lifestyle. Stop by our dealership today and visit the second and third generation and catch a glimpse of the fourth! Discover our Red Carpet Service and hassle free sales experience for yourself, and see what our family can do for you! Stop in and see us at Al Cioni Ford in Granville or check out our website at alcioniford.com

The Grassers Chris Davis, (left to right) Mike Grasser, Heather Grasser-Davis, Gary Grasser, Brad Grasser, Jack Grasser carry on the family-owned business. Grasser’s Plumbing and Heating. Grasser’s is open 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. 12 p.m. Saturday. The business is located at 404 W. Main St., McNabb. Grasser’s offers heating and air conditioning systems, appliances, geothermal, refrigeration, plumbing fixtures, fireplaces and so much more. The business can be reached at (815) 882-2111 or toll-free at (800) 664-9238. Visit Grasser’s for prompt service, affordable prices and free estimates.

Reserve your 23 model year order with us at Al Cioni Ford.

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504 SOUTH MCCOY | GRANVILLE | 815-339-2511

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815.882.2111

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The Debos Dana Debo-Kuhne, owner of Debo Ace Hardware, is pictured above with her father Mike Debo and her son, Hudson Kuhne, the fifth generation in the business.

Debo Ace Hardware has been a fixture in downtown Peru for 84 years. Located at 1713 Fourth St., the Peru business was established by Dana’s great-grandfather, Harry Debo, in 1938. They are committed to being the helpful place by offering their customers knowledgeable advice, helpful service and quality products.

Services offered include window and screen repair, key cutting, hunting and fishing licenses, propane tank exchange and a sharpening service. For top brands like Weber,Traeger, Big Green Egg, Stihl, EGO, Toro, YETI, Milwaukee, DeWalt, Craftsman and Benjamin Moore, Debo Ace Hardware is the place. You can reach the business at (815) 223-0461 and follow “Debo Ace Hardware” on Facebook.

The Hammers The Hammers Family, representing 3 generations serving the Illinois Valley for over 30 years. Hammers Hearing Care Center has locations in LaSalle, Mendota, Ottawa, and Princeton. The Hammers Family shown above (left) Tim, Christa Hammers and children Hazel and Henry (top center) Nick, Lisa Hammers and boys Isaac, (seated in front) Griffin, Lincoln and Eli. (right) Kyle, Tricia Mudge and children Dugan and Molly. (Seated in center) Gary & Julie Hammers, owners of Hammers Hearing Care Center. Gary, Julie, Tim, Tricia and Nick are all licensed Hearing Instrument Specialists. Open Monday - Friday 8 am - 4 pm. For all offices call (815) 224 2445 or (800) 937-2609 or email : hammershearing@yahoo.com LET OUR FAMILY HELP YOUR FAMILY

A Hearing Family You Can Trust!

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Call TODAY for your FREE HEARING SCREENING 1-800-937-2609

Hammers Hearing Care Center Family Owned & Operated Since 1992

Take Your Grill Game To a New Level Stop in and check them out.

Debo Ace Hardware

1713 4th Street, Peru • 815-223-0461 • www.acehardware.com HOURS: Mon-Fri 7-5:30 • Sat 7-5 • closed Sunday

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645 1st St • LaSalle 504 Main St • Princeton 747 E Etna Rd • Ottawa 901 Main St • Mendota hammershearing.com 815-224-2445

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John, Hayden, and Niki Hurst of Hurst Funeral Homes La Salle-Peru continue the tradition of service established by Arthur Hurst more than 68 years ago. Hurst Funeral Homes serves all faiths and also provides pre-paid services and prearranged trusts to give families comfort and peace of mind. The Hurst family strives to serve their clients’ needs and best interests, and to make the experience as comfortable and emotionally reassuring as possible. Hurst Funeral Homes La SallePeru has its main office at 650 Fifth St. (Fifth and Marquette Streets), La Salle. It also has offices in Ladd, Tonica and Wenona. Hurst Funeral Homes can be reached at (815) 223-0380 or by visiting the main office.

Family Serving Families

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The Kettmans After 56 years in the business, Kettman Heating and Plumbing knows how to help with all your plumbing, air conditioning, heating and generator needs. From residential and commercial service to restaurant equipment & refrigeration needs, Call the Man in the Orange and White Van! The Kettmans are experts when it comes to York and American Standard products.

They, and their staff of HVAC experts, will be happy to help, with trucks stocked and ready to go, any time, day or night. For more information, call Kettman’s at (815) 339-6124 or visit their website at www.kettmanheating.com.

Look for the Man in the Orange & White Van! We can help you with your: • Air Cond/Furnace/Boiler Sales & Service • Plumbing Remodels & Service

OVER 56 YEARS of Service • Water Heater Sales & Service • Generator Sales & Service

• Water Softeners & RO System • Commercial Refrigeration Sales and Service

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LaSalle-Peru • Ladd • Tonica • Wenona

• Pool Repair

107 E. Harrison St., Granville www.kettmanheating.com

815-339-6124

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We understand the difficulty of losing a loved one.

Hurst Funeral Home will look after all the details and help your family through this difficult time.

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Sue Heider Spencer Luecke Mark Witek Steve Witek Kristy Pytel Amy Noy

613 First Street • La Salle 815.223.3332 witekwealthmanagement.com

Registered Representatives with and Securities and Advisory Services offered through LPL Financial, a Registered Investment Advisor.

Member FINRA & SIPC 613 1st Street, LaSalle

WE’RE ALWAYS HEAR FOR YOU! Hammers Hearing Care Center

815.223.1795

With over 90 years of experience and 4 locations

LASALLE, MENDOTA, OTTAWA, PRINCETON 815-224-2445 • 800-937-2609 • hammershearing.com

130Street 3rd Street · LaSalle 130 3rd · LaSalle www.DrGergovich.com www.DrGergovich.com (815) (815) 223-0647 223-0647

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Pro Shop • Lessons Driving Range Just 1 mile west of Princeton off Route 6 & 34

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800 Clinton Street, Ottawa (815)-433-2680 mylocalagent.com

815-872-2641

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309-481-4028

Gary Hammers BC-HIS

Doug Suarez HIS

Tricia Mudge HIS

Becca Andreano HIS

Illinois Valley Credit Union

815-224-2667 • ivcu.com

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815-875-2425 701 East Thompson Street Princeton, IL 61356

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Town & Country Services Town & Country Services is a family-owned business serving the greater Illinois Valley area since 1919. They provide quality home services including plumbing, heating - cooling and electrical -installation, maintenance and repair.

Town & Country Services plumbing department can handle any repair from a simple faucet replacement to a whole house re-pipe or bathroom remodel. One of their specialties is Navien tankless water heaters and boilers. Their heating and cooling department is available 24/7 with NATE certified technicians to repair, maintain or install any type of heating or cooling equipment. They offer a complete line of the new super-efficient ductless mini-split heat pumps and air conditioners.

Their electrical department specializes in home standby generators and electrical service upgrades. Town & Country Services is the largest Generac dealer in the Illinois Valley area, providing factory authorized service and installation.

So, whether you’re fixing, maintaining or replacing any plumbing,heating-cooling or electrical system in your home, give Town & Country Services a call or schedule an appointment on the web at towncountryservices.com. Now serving you from two locations in LaSalle and Bureau counties. And always, Doing Whatever It Take!

The Drewels If you are in need of a quick, short-term cash loan, visit Valley Coin Jewelry Pawn in Spring Valley. We are a collateral-based pawn shop. Just bring in an item of value and receive cash for your item within minutes. No credit checks. No dipping into your banking accounts and no hassle. We are a non-recourse lender. Your collateral (pawn) becomes security for your cash loan.

To redeem your pawn, just come back in with the amount given to you plus a modest finance charge. Or you can extend the loan another 30 days by just paying the minimum finance charge.

Shop our store for a variety of things such as jewelry, coins, tools, musical equipment and the unusual.

For more information, visit valley-coin-jewelry-pawn.com, follow us on Facebook and Instagram or stop in at 123 West St. Paul St., downtown Spring Valley.

Left to Right: Luke Drewel, Noah Drewel, Chris Drewel, Abby Drewel and Jonah Drewel

VA L L E Y COIN • JEWELRY • PAWN

20% OFF

ALL ITEMS IN STORE.

Except coins and bullions. Expires Nov. 30, 2022.

Open Mon. - Fri. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sat. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Closed on Sun. 123 W. St. Paul Street, Spring Valley 815-663-2313 www.valley-coin-jewelry-pawn.com SM-LA1998932

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RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL, & AGRICULTURAL

The Witeks The Witek Family has operated as LPL Financial since 1986. Beginning in 2020 the firm has changed its name to Witek Wealth Management.

Ron Witek joined the securities industry in 1968. He was joined by his sons Mark (in 1983) and Steve (1985) and his daughter Kristy (1994).

Witek Wealth Management offers personalized and impartial investment strategies based on clients’ financial objectives, risk performances and tax considerations. Their products and services include quality nonproprietary investments, including mutual funds, stocks, bonds, variable and fixed annuities and estate, business, tax, college and retirement planning.

Witek Wealth Management is located at 613 First St., La Salle. They also hold office hours at Streator Onized Credit Union and Financial Plus Credit Union in Peru, Ottawa and Mendota. Visit the website at : witekwealthmanagement.com or follow them on Twitter: Witekwealth.

Pictured from left are Sue Heider, Spencer Luecke, Mark Witek-CFP, Steven WitekCFP, Kristy Pytel, and Amy Noy.

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At Witek Wealth Management

our mission is to have a positive impact on the lives of our clients by helping them achieve their financial goals. Our dedicated team provides clients with independent, objective advice that assists them in making prudent investment and financial decisions.

815-445-6921 OR 800-624-5593 Ask for: Steven Michlig, Scott Smith, Mike Dykstra or Jeremy Rediger • Premium Diesel & Gasoline • Lubricants • Propane • Truck & Automotive Filters & Parts

CALL TODAY TO ASK ABOUT OUR PROPANE SERVICES • Lock in Pricing • Summer/Fall Fill Programs • Budget Billing • $50 Refer A Friend Credit • Tank Monitoring & Keep Full Programs

Mark Witek, CFP

Kristy Pytel

Steven Witek, CFP

No Charge To Swap Your Tank Out From Another Supplier.

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613 First Street • La Salle • 815.223.3332 witekwealthmanagement.com Registered Representatives with and Securities and Advisory Services offered through LPL Financial, a Registered Investment Advisor.

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Member FINRA & SIPC

309-937-2417 OR 800-808-1812 Ask for: Mark Seabloom, Sara Nodine, or Robert Bohms “Michlig Energy – Delivering The Spirit of Service to Our Communities” Since 1986

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THE ONLY FAMILY OWNED PETROLEUM RETAILER IN BUREAU & HENRY CO.

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Triple Service Inc. is a full-service plumbing, electric, heating and cooling company that has provided service to Northern Illinois for more than 70 years.

Triple Service Inc. was started in January 1950 by Glen Wade and remains familyowned and operated company. Gabe and Michelle Wade of Mendota are the third generation of Wade family members to manage the operations.

At Triple Service Inc., the top priority is to provide high-quality service to each client. Our family values are the core values of our business. We are a multi-faceted business and our goal is to be the source of one that you turn to whether you need repair, maintenance or renovations to your home. Our team is comprised of knowledgeable, friendly, high-qualified experts. Education is a priority and our team is always seeking out information to provide the best possible solutions for our clients.

Ptak Funeral Home For 115 years and three generations, Ptak Funeral Home in Peru has assisted Illinois Valley families at the hour of greatest need. Today, partners Tom Ptak (left) and Mark Ptak take a combined 70 years’ experience to help families with secure pre-planning and professional services when tragedy strikes. “We will adapt to your family’s needs no matter what your denomination or secular preference,” Tom said. “Our family motto is, ‘Service is our heritage.’” Visit Ptak Funeral Home, conveniently located at 1026 Fourth St., to discuss pre-arrangements and see the line of monuments, urns and caskets, or call (815) 223-0172.

Compassionate & Caring Service PLUMBING • HEATING • COOLING ELECTRIC • INDOOR AIR QUALITY WATER CONDITIONING DUCT CLEANING + SEALING ONE-DAY BATHROOM SOLUTIONS 24/7 EMERGENCY SERVICES

www.PtakFH.com

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Gabe and Michelle Wade, 3rd Generation owners

TRIPLESERVICEINC.COM (815) 539-3828

Helping Families Connect, Honor & Remember with Funerals as Unique as Your Life.

In our family’s 3rd generation of serving the community.

Tom Ptak and Mark Ptak have over 65 years of combined experience.

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1026 Fourth St. • Peru, IL 61354 815-223-0172 • info@ptakfh.com

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The Wade Family

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