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Stronger DUI ... and pumpkin pie New state laws go into effect for 2016

By Angel Sierrra Shaw Media Service

It’s official. On Friday, pumpkin became the state’s official pie and is among 237 new laws to take effect in the new year. From an updated definition of milk, to more stringent DUI law, here is a snapshot of what to expect, and what can be enforced, in Illinois.

Agriculture, animals and hunting • Bobcat hunting (HB 352): The state

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• Youth hunting licenses (HB 3234): Raises the age cap for youth hunting licenses from 16 to 18.

Business/commerce • Child care employee vaccination (SB 986): Any child care facility that provides care for children 6 and younger requires

employees to have proof of two doses of the measles mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine. Employees also need proof of having received the tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis (Tdap) vaccine.

• Milk amendment (SB 1228): Alters definition of milk to include that it must be labeled according to the current Grade A pasteurized milk ordinance adopted by the Food and Drug Administration.

• Smartphone theft protection (SB 66): New regulations on vendors that buy and resell smartphones. Minors are prohibited from trading.

• Towing commercial vehicles (SB 1441): Prohibits tow truck operators

from towing commercial vehicles unless authorized by law enforcement. Requires all law enforcement agencies that patrol highways to maintain a towing list.

Children and families • Adoption registry (HB 3967): Amends the Adoption Act to allow birth grandparents access to the registry and a confidential intermediary.

• Conversion therapy (HB 217): Prohibits mental health providers from sexual orientation change efforts with a minor.

Advertising depicting homosexuality as a disease, disorder or illness is prohibited.

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Curator Peggy Smith displays a musket made in 1860 by a gunsmith at Magnolia’s blacksmith’s shop. The preservation association is collecting historical artifacts from the area to place on display in their new museum in what was Magnolia’s Masonic Hall.

The problem with PARCC testing results

By Dave Cook

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Fading history

Magnolia Township Preservation Association works to protect the past

By Dave Cook

news@putnamcountyrecord.com

MAGNOLIA — As time has advanced, it has slowly chipped away at the small township of Magnolia.

Peggy Smith, a library clerk in Magnolia for almost 30 years, has been working to archive its history before it disappears. After hosting a library program two years ago celebrating village history, Smith realized that very history was in danger Vol. 148 No. 19 One Section - 12 Pages

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“The program turned out so well. People started giving me pictures, articles and so many other things I couldn’t house them all in the library. We rented an office space and I had an open house earlier this year during Magnolia Days and had a great response.

I started getting a group together and we formed a nine-member board, made a constitution, by-laws and did all the other things we

needed if we were going to go through with a preservation association. I’ve had a lot of positive feedback from the community. It’s an opportunity to preserve the history of Magnolia,” said Smith.

Originally settled in the 1830s, it was the arrival of the completed railroad extension in 1901 which began the most prosperous time in Magnolia’s history.

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A 105-year-old atlas of Marshall and Putnam counties on display at the new Magnolia Township Preservation Association’s Museum. The association is seeking artifacts from the township’s past. Families still in or with ties to the area are encouraged to loan or donate their items to help preserve local history.

GRANVILLE — The Putnam County School Board and Superintendent Jay McCracken discussed the recently published results of the new Inside Partnern A special ship for A s s e s s - guest arrives ment of for Family Readiness Reading Night for Col- at the primary lege and school, A4 Careers (PARCC) testing during the board meeting on Monday, Dec. 21.

The less than impressive results have generated negative publicity for schools across the state. However, the testing parameters have been shown to be flawed and the results can’t be viewed as accurate, according to McCracken. The test results claim only 41 percent of Putnam County students are ready for college.

“When people say our students from Putnam County are not college ready, that’s a fallacy because many of our students in our high school subset were actually at the sophomore level and they have over half of their high school years ahead of them to become college ready.

So, when the state allows

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A display case of small promotional items from some of the many businesses which used to call Magnolia home.

When the railroad left Magnolia, it signaled the beginning of the end for Magnolia’s most prosperous days.

History From Page 1 During the time of the railroad, Magnolia had regular train routes, a bank, doctors, sawmill, photographer, butcher, blacksmith, theater, grain elevator, barber, insurance agent, restaurants, ice house, brick yard, grocery store, hardware store and many other things.

“We had so much. I’ve always heard stories and it’s always fascinated me that people remember these things and the people so well, including my grandfather who

died before I was born.

This is how I’ve gotten to know him, through stories from everyone else. If I didn’t have that, I wouldn’t know him like I do today. It’s made it personal. So often we don’t appreciate history until we’re older,” said Smith.

By 1937 however, the railroad had vanished and Magnolia’s prosperity had begun to evaporate. As businesses slowly closed or moved, along with much of its population, those items, which are now helping those in the present chronicle history, began to collect dust in area attics or for-

SPRING VALLEY — To be responsive to the concerns of area residents, state Rep. Andy Skoog, D-LaSalle, is encouraging residents to share ideas they have for new legislation that would improve the quality of life in Illinois.

“Local families, teachers, nurses and community members interact with state programs and services, putting them in the best position to notice what needs improvement and to suggest solutions in state law,” said

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Skoog. “As a new state representative, I rely on the feedback and concerns of those in my district to be an effective voice for residents of the Illinois Valley.”

After being sworn into office, Skoog has made listening to community members’ concerns and ideas his priority. He welcomes ideas from everyone so that he can help push effective, comprehensive and balanced solutions in state law. In addition to seeking out concerns of local

residents about current state law, Skoog will also host many advisory committees throughout the year to get feedback on the current state of many different areas such as second amendment rights, education, business and the environment.

“I think the system works better as whole when residents speak out against a law they feel is unjust or undue or speak up in favor of a new idea to make a part of the system better,” said Skoog.

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lection, money for construction and materials, and people who can donate their time. And of course, we’re always looking for more local history items to share with people,” said Smith.

For more information or to become a friend of the association, call curator Peggy Smith at 815-257-0707 or visit the association’s Facebook page.

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A photo of the celebration held in Magnolia for those returning from World War 1. The new Magnolia Township Preservation Society is seeking not only historical items, but also new members for the association and those who can help donate money, time and labor in order to preserve the area’s rich local history.

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Remembering 2015: The year at a glance Compiled by Shannon Serpette Editor’s note: This is the second part in a series recapping news events in the area in 2015.

April 1 Putnam County High School hosted the annual All-Star North vs. South basketball games on March 28. The North girls defeated the South girls, 61-56. On the South squad, Putnam County’s Megan Rehn had three points and Allison Voss contributed two. The North boys defeated the South boys, 107-102. Putnam County’s Nick DiazDeLeon scored 16 points and Austin Biagini added three.

April 8 Approximately 200 parents and children attended the Granville Easter egg

hunt on April 4 at Hopkins Park.

April 15 The Granville Village Board voted 5-0 to use an asphalt surface instead of concrete to repave McCoy Street from Route 71 to the railroad tracks.

A blue star banner went up at Barbara Charbonneau’s Granville home in honor of her grandson, Dylan Kostellic, the son of Gigi and Damian Kostellic of Hennepin, who is in the U.S. Navy. The banner was presented by Ron Bluemer, the Americanism officer of Granville American Legion Post 180.

April 22 The Putnam County Board learned at its April 13 meeting that renovations on the county courthouse will come in well under

Laws From Page 1 Crime and law enforcement • Body cameras (SB 1304): Reforms – Rules and regulations for the use of officer-worn body cameras and implements police reforms. Chokeholds are prohibited, except when deadly force is justified. Officer-involved death requires an independent review. Expands officer training. Creates database of officers fired or reassigned because of misconduct. Regula-

budget after re-examination of sections of the walls and columns revealed less problems than originally thought. Initial estimates for the work came in at approximately $160,000. New figures show repairs will actually cost about $58,000 less.

April 29 Former Putnam County teacher and school board member Jeanne Alleman died April 19 at the age of 85.

Alleman, along with her husband Darrell, could often be found attending nearly every school event, according to Putnam County School District Superintendent Jay McCracken. The school board observed a moment of silence in honor of Jeanne at its meeting on April 20.

May 6 Putnam County School Board swore in newly

tions – Does not require police departments to use body cameras, but if they do, they must remain on when conducting law enforcement duties.

• Court interpreters for civil cases (HB 3620): Requires language interpreters for witnesses in civil cases, if necessary.

• DUI safety (SB 627): Allows DUI offenders to request a “monitoring device driving permit” or restricted driving permit, with a breath alcohol ignition device.

Any offender with two or more DUI convictions is required to install it.

• False 911 (HB 3988): Requires reimbursement of a false emergency call. Capped at $10,000.

• Powdered alcohol ban (SB 67): Prohibits the sale of products containing powdered alcohol.

• Powdered caffeine (SB 9): Prohibits the sale of powdered caffeine to minors.

Education • High school civics (HB 4025): Of the required two years of social studies, at least one semester must be civics.

Energy and utilities • LIHEAP funding (SB 418):

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The letters were written by residents throughout the Illinois Valley, primarily students attending school in Bureau, LaSalle and Putnam counties.

May 27 Two new police officers joined the Granville Police Department. Michael Hetelle and Nathan Lester were hired as part-time officers during a Granville Village Board meeting.

June 3 Putnam County High School’s Top 10 graduates were recognized at a graduation ceremony May 29. They were Katherine Alleman, Jeffrey R. Baker, Kayte Bernardoni, Lauren Colby, Matthew Conerton, Ann Miller, Kristen Pinn,

Ensures that Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program providers still receive a 10 percent fee for the previous fiscal year’s work should the program run out of funds.

• Deposit waiver (SB 1645): Requires utility companies to waive the deposit for 60 days on new accounts for domestic violence victims.

Health and human services • Long-term care facility monitoring (HB 2462): Allows residents to use audio or video surveillance in their rooms.

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May 13 A mock prom car accident on May 8 showed students at Putnam County High School what the consequences of drinking and driving can be. The program was arranged

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June 10 Philip Carlson, president and chief executive officer of the Granville National Bank, is set to retire as CEO after 41 years on the job. Lynn Stickel has been named chief executive officer and executive vice president.

June 17 The Marshall-Putnam Relay for Life, which was June 13 in Henry, exceeded its goal of $84,000, raising a total of $86,169 as of June 14.

June 24 Putnam County Junior High School principal Carl Carlson accepted the position of high school assistant principal and athletic director. Elementary school principal Mike Olson was reassigned as principal of the junior high school.

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State government • Pumpkin pie (HB 208): Designates pumpkin as the official state pie.

Veterans • Security freeze on credit accounts (HB 3425): Waives the $10 fee for a security freeze on a credit account for a veteran or active duty service member.

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Testing From Page 1 you to choose different subsets to be tested, then it automatically makes the test invalid in terms of comparing from district to district. The information that’s circulating in the public right now regarding Putnam County scores is simply false. Those results are so skewed when you have mainly sophomores, and even some freshmen in it, it’s not going to be comparable to schools testing juniors and seniors,” said McCracken.

The talking points for the assessment results released by the Illinois State Board of Education state the scores set a new baseline for state and national standards, and therefore should not be compared to previous state assessment scores, and lower than expected test scores do not necessarily mean schools are performing worse or students are learning less.

“We’re wanting good longitudinal data. We’re scoring 69 percent meeting or exceeding in our longitudinal data that we believe has value, that is, a properly normed test, which has been around for a long time that we’ve used for a number of years.

MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) testing, we believe, is much more valid and reliable. They’re

Froggy comes to Granville Family reading night at Putnam County Primary School a success

By Dave Cook

news@putnamcountyrecord.com

GRANVILLE — At the Putnam County School Board meeting on Monday, Dec. 21, the board heard about a special guest who appeared Nov. 12 at the primary school during the third annual Family Reading Night.

Froggy, a popular children’s book character, visited with a crowd of approximately 250 students, parents, faculty, staff and volunteers during the amphibious-themed event.

Organized by teachers Amy Bell and Jennifer Smith, with help from the school board, the Parent’s Advisory Committee, high school helpers and other volunteers, the event either going to have to make major changes to it (PARCC) so that it has more validity and reliability or they need to do away with it,” said McCracken.

McCracken explained how the curriculum has, in recent years, made great strides. Course rigor in language arts and math have increased. 1:1 technology has been implemented in grades fifth through 12, and state-of-the-art technology now exists throughout the district. Illinois Virtual School offers Putnam County students a wide variety of courses beyond the regular curriculum, and PC College Start

featured different reading and activities in the various areas of the school. Students and their families read, played word games, made crafts, sang songs, entered raffles for prizes, enjoyed snacks and had their picture taken with Froggy.

“We’d like to thank everyone who was involved in helping to plan this event and who participated in it.

This support from the faculty and staff is a true example of how children are always put first here at Putnam County schools, and it was a huge success. We’ve already started planning for next year,” said Bell.

“We’d also like to thank Mrs. Ellena for making two beautiful quilts which were raffled off as prizes,” said Smith.

provides opportunities for high school students to earn college and high school credits simultaneously. Focused interventions are offered to students needing assistance through Response to Intervention (RtI) programs and there are RtI coaches in each building.

“Our dedicated teaching staff, administrative team and the PC Board of Education are truly student focused, always remembering to make decisions based on what is best for kids,” said McCracken.

With the state in its sixth month with no budget and no end to the standoff in

Snacks for the evening were made by the high school foods class, and Froggy was played by Putnam County Student Liaison Ryan Friel.

Primary School Principal Ronda Cross said, “I’d like to thank my teachers for the time they put into this event before, during and afterwards. I appreciate their dedication and it showed that night. I’ve received many compliments from parents and grandparents.”

“It was an amazing night, it was a great project. I know I can speak for the entire board when I say we are all so impressed with the work that’s done, not only on superb nights like that, but each and every day by the amazing teachers in our district,” said Superintendent Jay McCracken.

sight, the state funding update contained nothing unexpected.

“The state owes us $323,865.37 and that number is rising, which is not a big surprise, although I’m sure there are many agencies that would be pleased to have them owe only that much. We are not receiving transportation funding and we need it very badly.

We’re going to have to do a transfer next month into transportation. We have the money to make the transfer, but nonetheless it’s going to be a transfer unless the state comes through with some substantial dollars. We’re not even getting money right

now for Early Childhood, which is incredible considering that pre-K is one of the focused areas from the governor, so it’s pretty sad.

I frankly don’t know what other districts who don’t have good reserves to draw on are doing. We are fortunate, but unfortunately for many districts it’s placed them and many other agencies in a world of hurt,” said McCracken.

Board member Vicky Nauman then added, “Less than a year ago we were called to task for having those reserves and this is the very reason why we keep money back, because there’s no guarantees.”

Skoog to host constituent service open house SPRING VALLEY — State Rep. Andy Skoog, D-LaSalle, will host an open house from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Jan. 16, to meet with local residents and discuss issues of concern at his full-time constituent service office located at 221 E. St. Paul St. in Spring Valley.

“I want to invite all residents of the 76th District to stop by our constituent service office to meet my staff and me and learn about the services that we offer. This office belongs to the people I represent, and it’s important for folks to know that they’re always welcome to stop in and voice their opinion,” Skoog said.

Skoog’s constituent service office is open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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Skoog represents the 76th District, which includes all or portions of Bureau, LaSalle, Livingston and Putnam counties.

For more information, contact Skoog’s office by calling 815664-2717 or email RepSkoog@gmail.com.

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Grace Salsman

Sally Jo Stansell

GRANVILLE — Grace L. Salsman, 86, of Granville died on Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2015, at Aperion Care in Spring Valley.

Grace was born Dec. 8, 1929, in Marshall County to William and Grace (Arteberry) Thomas. She married Coye Salsman on Dec. 2, 1950 at Wesleyan Methodist Church in Princeton.

Grace She graduated from Henry High School.

Salsman Grace was the bookkeeper for Coye’s Service Station and a homemaker.

Grace is survived by her husband, Coye Salsman of Granville; one son, Ron (Mariam) Salsman of Granville; two daughters, Sandi Andracke of Granville and Kathie (Ken) Allen of Tiskilwa; one sister, Viola (Richard) Bush of Speer; nine grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Lloyd, Chester and Merle; and one sister, Armenta.

A private service was held Thursday, Dec. 31, at the Dysart-Cofoid Funeral Chapel in Granville with Pastor Gary McKee officiating. Burial was in the Putnam Cemetery in Putnam.

A private visitation was held prior to the service at the funeral home.

Contributions may be directed to the American Alzheimer’s Association.

Online condolences may be made to her family at www.dcfunerals.com.

WAVERLY, Iowa — Sally Jo Stansell, 93, of Waverly, Iowa died Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2015, at the Bartels Lutheran Retirement Community in Waverly, Iowa.

Sally was born Sept. 27, 1922, in Magnolia, Ill., the daughter of Carroll and Thelma (Defenbaugh) Satterfield. Sally attended the Magnolia Township School system, graduSally Jo ating from high school in 1940. On Feb. 17, Stansell 1946, Sally was united in marriage to Keith G. Stansell in Magnolia. The couple farmed in Lostant for 15 years, moving to Waverly in 1961. After moving, Sally worked for Merideth Ward Insurance Company and as secretary to the superintendent of schools at Waverly-Shell Rock.

Sally was a faithful member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Waverly, Iowa, where she was involved with United Methodist Women and Trinity Quilters. In her spare time Sally enjoyed quilting, reading, St. Louis Cardinals baseball, and day trips and picnicking with family, however, what she enjoyed most was time with her grandchildren.

Her memory is honored by her two children and their spouses, Dennis (Beverly) Stansell of Waverly, Iowa, and Debra (Ron) Bigger of Waverly, Iowa; two grandchildren, Nicky Stansell of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Nadene (Fred) French of Ames, Iowa; three great-grandchildren, Nathan Stansell, and Benjamin and Kaitlyn French; and a sister, Betty Lou (Marion) Bentlin of Magnolia.

Sally was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Keith; a grandson, Noel Stansell; two sisters, Berkley Brown and Barbara Clift; and a brother, Robert Satterfield.

Funeral services were at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 2, at Trinity United Methodist Church in Waverly, Iowa, with Pastor Deborah Coble-Wise officiating. Burial will be in Harlington Cemetery in Waverly, Iowa.

Public visitation was from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 2, at the church.

Memorials may be directed to Trinity United or Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation.

Kaiser-Corson Funeral Home in Waverly, Iowa, is assisting the family. Online condolences for Sally’s family may be left at www.kaisercorson.com.

Alma ‘Grace’ Holmes

HENNEPIN — Alma “Grace” Holmes, 86, of Hennepin died Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2015, at her residence.

Grace was born April 10, 1929, in Putnam to John and Ida (Hodges) Hall. She married Guy Randolph Holmes on July 21, 1946, in Hennepin. He preceded her in death on May 10, 1994.

She was an operator in plastics at Bassick’s for many years and a homemaker.

Grace is survived by two sons, William (Jan) Holmes of Hennepin and Roger Holmes of Hennepin; three grandchildren, Christopher Holmes of Hennepin, Michael Holmes of Hennepin and Amanda Scaggs of Hennepin; and six great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, one grandchild, five sisters and four brothers.

There will be a private graveside service at a later date.

Cremation rites have been accorded.

The Dysart-Cofoid Funeral Chapel in Granville will be assisting the family with the arrangements.

At 8:53 a.m. Dec. 22, the Putnam County Sheriff’s Contributions may be directed to the Putnam County Department charged Kristi J. Manfredini, 36, of Spring Food Pantry.

Online condolences may be made to her family at Valley with driving under the influence of alcohol, failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident and www.dcfunerals.com. improper lane usage following a single-vehicle crash on Route 89.

••• Manfredini was transported by PCEMS to St. MarThe obituary deadline for the Putnam County Record garet’s Hospital where she was treated and released. is 9 a.m. on Monday. Obituaries can be emailed to Manfredini was released on a notice to appear and news@putnamcountyrecord.com. was given a Putnam County court date.

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Illinois ranks No. 1 in volunteer rate among the country’s largest states SPRINGFIELD – The Serve Illinois Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service (Serve Illinois) is commending the state’s more than 2.5 million volunteers who made a difference through volunteerism last year. Illinois volunteers served nearly 275 million total hours, which is valued at $6.8 billion (based on the value of volunteer time in Illinois https://www.independentsector.org/volunteer_time).

“Illinois has a strong tradition of neighbors helping neighbors,” said Scott McFarland, executive director of the Serve Illinois Commission. “Illinois volunteers save lives every day. They give comfort to the homeless, help educate our students, respond to disasters, and so much more.”

The recently released 2014 Volunteering and Civic Life in America report shows 2.51 million Illinoisans volunteered and helped to make Illinois the top volunteering state out of the five most-populated states in the country.

The Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) issued the annual report in partnership with the National Council on Citizenship, the U.S. Census Bureau, and the Bureau for Labor Statistics. The complete report is available at www.

VolunteeringInAmerica.gov.

According to CNCS, 62.8 million Americans (or 1 in 4 adults, 25.4 percent) volunteered nearly 7.9 billion hours last year.

Illinois rates above the national average with 25.9 percent of residents volunteering. Based on the Independent Sector’s estimate of the average value of a volunteer hour, the estimated value of this volunteer service is nearly $184 billion.

Additionally, volunteers are almost twice as likely to donate to charity as non-volunteers. Eighty percent of volunteers donated to charity, compared to 40 percent of non-volunteers. Overall, half of all Americans donated at least $25 to charity in 2014.

About Serve Illinois: The Serve Illinois Commission is a 40 member (25 voting and 15 non-voting), bi-partisan board appointed by the governor and administered by the Illinois Department of Public Health. Its mission is to improve Illinois communities by enhancing volunteerism and instilling an ethic of service throughout the state.

The Commission is accomplishing this mission through the support of local community-based efforts to enhance volunteer opportunities and the administration of Illinois’ AmeriCorps program.

To find a volunteer opportunity, nominate a volunteer for the 2016 Governor’s Volunteer Service Awards, or learn more about the Serve Illinois Commission and volunteerism in Illinois, visit www.

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The Editorial Page Sam R Fisher

Terri Simon

Publisher

Editor

Our promise to you ...

I am a member of the media. As the editor of this newspaper, as well as three other newspapers and a handful of magazines and special sections we regularly insert into our newspapers and distribute by other means, I take the job very seriously — although that doesn’t mean I don’t attempt to have some fun at any and all possible moments.

The media. The words tend to stick in my throat sometimes, especially when I hear those two words mentioned in a negative context — which happens a lot locally, nationally and around the world.

While I know most of the comments aren’t Terri Simon aimed at me or the hard-working folks in this newsroom, it still stings and stays with me for quite some time — kind of like a slap in the face that still burns long after the hand has left your cheek.

I’m sure you know what I’m talking about. The media ... gets blamed for slanting stories, only reporting negative news, ignoring important facts to make the story appear in a certain manner, taking things out of context, stirring the proverbial pot ... do I need to go on? You get the idea.

Personally, I’d love to tell you those aforementioned things never happen, but unfortunately they do. Media outlets around the world adhere to their own set of standards, which might work for them ... but quite frankly, it makes it really difficult for those of us who hang our press hats on integrity and credibility.

My thoughts — and the newsroom here knows this — is that we are only as good as our last edition, our last story. Every day we begin again. We can’t rest on our laurels or our awards from the past. We owe it to you, our readers, and to ourselves to be the best we can be every day, every edition. That’s just how we roll here ... and I’m proud of that. We’re all proud of that here.

Quite frankly, I’m saddened by those media outlets who spin the news to their liking. They give us all a bad name, but more importantly, they really do themselves a disservice, since a newspaper or other media outlet should only be about the facts — nothing more, nothing less. To print, publish or spew out the news that isn’t what we believe to be 100 percent accurate is to discredit not just themselves, but also the industry.

And if the old phrase that “one bad apple ruins the whole bunch” can ever apply, this is clearly a good example of that.

OK, I know I’m on a roll here, but I heard a couple of people talking the other day as they stood in front of a rack of newspapers — of which this newspaper was included. The one person appeared to be looking at the headlines on all the newspapers, as the other person said, “I never read newspapers or watch the news.

It’s all so negative.”

The hair on the back of my neck stood up, and while I wanted to deliver a quick rant about how ignorant and unfounded that statement was, I took a deep breath and walked away, leaving me to ponder this person’s words and fume about it for the next couple of hours ... OK, it was more like the next couple of days.

You know, I’m sorry the news is oftentimes negative.

I really am. But negative things happen, and unfortunately that is news. On the flip side though — and I can only speak for my newspapers here, we report tons and tons of good, positive, wholesome news in our newspapers. From education to sports to great community events ... I could go on and on. We expend countless resources — money, energy, personnel and effort — to cover those good news stories, and we even constantly encourage our readers to send in their good news events and happenings, so we can share them as well.

Actually, we take a lot of pride in those good positive stories, and we have an unspoken rule here that we will publish a good news story on Page 1 or Page 2 of every edition of every newspaper. Most times that happens.

We are proud of that.

Will we make mistakes? Yes, but we will let you know when we do, unlike most other industries who really don’t have to answer to anyone other than themselves.

Will we please every reader every day? No. Fortunately, we are a diverse enough group in Bureau County, where we each have different ideas, goals, morals and beliefs. That’s what makes us who we are, and because of that, not every reader — whether it’s in our print edition or online — likes everything we publish.

But I understand that; we all understand that here, but that doesn’t mean we won’t do our best to give ALL of readers something they can enjoy when they either open our pages or do a simple mouse click to read us online.

Like most every other industry in this country, the

Observations from the Field of Dreams This is for all people born before 1945. We are survivors. Consider the changes we have witnessed. We were born before television, before penicillin, before polio shots, frozen food, Xerox, plastic, contact lenses, Frisbees and the pill. We were here before radar, credit cards, split atoms, laser beams and ballpoint pens. We were before pantyhose, dishwashers, clothes dryers, electric blankets, air conditioners and before man walked on the moon.

We got married first and then lived together. In our time, closets were for clothes, not for “coming out of.” Bunnies were small rabbits and rabbits were not Volkswagens.

Designer jeans were scheming girls named Jean or Jeannie. Having a meaningful relationship meant getting along well with our cousins.

We thought fast food was what you ate during Lent. We were before house husbands, gay rights, computer dating, dual camera and before daycare centers and nursing homes. We had never heard of tape decks, electric typewriters, artificial hearts, word processors, yogurt and guys wearing earrings.

Time sharing meant togetherness, a chip was a piece of wood, hardware meant hardware, and software wasn’t even a word.

In the 1940s, “made in Japan” meant junk and the term “making out” referred to how you did on your exam. Pizzas, McDonald’s and instant coffee were unheard of. Ice cream cones were a nickel. For a nickel you could ride a street car, make a phone call, or buy a soda.

Darrell Alleman COMMENTARY You could buy a new Chevy Coupe for $600 and gas was 11 cents a gallon. Smoking was fashionable, grass was mowed, Coke was a cold drink and a pot was what you cooked in, and aids were helpers in the principal’s office.

We were before sex changes, and we were the last generation that was so dumb as to think you needed a husband to have a baby. No wonder why we are so confused today.

••• There have only been five seasons in which a lefty Hall of Famer has hit 50+ homers and Babe Ruth had four of these seasons, hitting 60 in 1927, 59 in 1921, and 54 in 1920 and 1928.

The fifth was another New York player. Who was this player? The answer is at the end of this article.

••• Harry Truman was a different kind of president. He probably made as many or more important decisions regarding our nation’s history as any of the presidents preceding him.

However, a measure of his greatness may rest on what he did after he left the White House.

The only asset he had when he died was the house he lived in, which was in Independence, Mo. His wife had inherited the house from her mother and father and, other than

their years in the White House, they lived their entire lives there. When he retired from office, his income was a U.S. Army pension reported to have been $13,507.32 a year. Congress, noting that he was paying for his stamps and personally licking them, granted him an allowance, and later a pension of $25,000 per year.

After President Eisenhower was inaugurated, Harry and Bess drove home to Missouri by themselves.

There was no Secret Service following them. When offered corporate positions at large salaries, he declined, saying, “You don’t want me. You want the office of the president, and that doesn’t belong to me.

It belongs to the American people and it’s not for sale.”

Later on May 6, 1971, when Congress was preparing to award him the Medal of Honor on his 87th birthday, he refused to accept it, writing, “I don’t consider that I have done anything which should be the reason for any award.”

As president, he paid for all his own travel expenses and food. Modern politicians have found a new level of success in cashing in on the presidency, resulting in untold wealth. Today, many in Congress also have found a way to become wealthy.

••• Answer to question: The fifth lefty baseball Hall of Fame player who went deep 51 times in 1947 was Johnny Mize of the Giants. Thanks for reading.

Darrell Alleman can be reached at news@putnamcountyrecord.com.

TO Letter THE Editor

Sending a message To the Editor, As an elderly farmer, I strongly urge citizens to contact their U.S. representatives regarding the issue of unnecessary easements threatening land values. These easements would cross fertile farm land and devaluate it for perpetuity. Venture capitalists have filed with the ICC asking permission to construct and manage over a thousand miles of High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) electrical transmission lines from the Western Plains to the profitable East Coast market.

Much of this land is owned by elderly who sacrificed years to buy their farm. Many are widows, who depend on the land for survival. To many, the farm is the main source of income and investment. In most cases, the land has been carefully cared for by generations. Some are small farms that Clean Line Energy Partner’s (CLEP) 200-feet easement would hamper and limit use of forever. This land is a major part of who we are, and its use is not taken lightly.

CLEP claims there will be no decrease in land value if they take 200-foot easements. Common sense tells one that land with 180-feet steel lattice towers and high voltage lines will not rent or sell comparative to land lacking these obstacles and hazards. Homes near the wires will be uninhabitable or suffer a marked decrease in value. The dinky compensation offered by Clean Line will work we do here has had to evolve, but I’m proud to say that evolution has always included the necessity to keep our readers in mind when we make changes or head in new directions. I think some of the best things we have done (at least in my career with Shaw Media) is realize how important our readers are to our success. After all, like I always say, without you ... we don’t exist.

So it’s 2016, my friends, and as

never pay the perpetual damages and loss of profits.

I have seen the permanent damage buried pipelines have caused; broken tiles that affect fields miles away, destruction of irreplaceable topsoil, severe compaction and decreased production. The huge transmission towers above ground would be even worse. Tower construction would do all of the before mentioned, and it would impede aerial spraying and require farm equipment to have to zig around 48-square-foot cement bases. Extra time, fuel, risk of collision and weed control measures would be needed. The contracts CLEP has offered would grant control of the 200-footwide easement for perpetuity.

Seniors, do not feel helpless against these cocky billionaires and their political associates. Clean Line thrives on despair. This is your chance to tell your representative this is an issue of state and landowner’s rights. Several states have denied CLEP the use of eminent domain.

None have found it necessary. As a result CLEP is spending money lobbying in Washington in hopes of getting federal eminent domain.

We need to send a message to our representatives that the landowner’s and state’s right to say no should not be dismissed. A silent or absent voice is one of approval. That is approval of a private wealthy group of investors using your land for their self-profits.

Mary Auchstetter Peru new year comes about, I just want you to know that we take a lot of pride in what we do here for you, our readers. Our unbiased, ethical and positive (when possible) reporting is our gift to you again this year. It’s how a good media company should work ... and we do. And I don’t mind telling you there’s not a staff member at this newspaper who isn’t proud of that.

And if you would, do me a favor.

Spread this message To the Editor, Recently in the Bureau County Republican has appeared a couple of articles that touched on the topic of homeless veterans. Part of President (Barack) Obama’s 2010 initiative, “Opening Doors,” is a toll free hotline 1-877-424-3838 (1-877-4AIDVET).

This number, which is manned 24/7, will put any homeless veteran, anywhere, at any time, in touch with resources and help. “Opening Doors,” working with local and state agencies, has helped in reducing homeless among our veterans by 36 percent since 2010. The state of Virginia has reported eliminating homelessness among its veterans as has the cities of Houston, New Orleans and others.

In spite of these successes, there is much work yet needed to be done.

Spreading word of the existence of this hotline is something we can all do. I urge all readers of the BCR to post this number on social media and help spread awareness of this program. Have a need? Call. Want to help? Spread the word. In the Spirit of Brotherhood ...

Mike Kohr, Bureau County Board, District 18 Princeton Letters to the Editor can be emailed to news@putnamcountyrecord.com.

Questions may be directed to Editor Terri Simon by calling 815-875-4461, ext. 6330.

When you hear the words “the media” mentioned in a negative context, have those folks give me a call or let them know “your media” doesn’t subscribe to practices that aren’t ethical or proper. And for the record, we will always hang our hats on those journalistic principles.

Putnam County Record Editor Terri Simon can be reached at tsimon@putnamcountyrecord.com.

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Sports 2015 outdoors memories I hope you and your friends had a great year in the outdoors in 2015. There were some interesting stories of hunting and fishing turned in to me which proved that Lee Wahlgren many had some OUTDOORS fun times. One I will repeat is that Joey COLUMNIST Merkel got a triple while duck hunting.

Things have to be right for that to happen. Skill and luck are involved and that day, Joey had them.

Our high school kids showed patience and skill while fishing in Canada. I appreciate my three girls especially.

Over the past three years, they have caught some lunkers.

Brooke Ford nailed a 13-pound pike followed by Hailey Hilmes with an 11-pound pound pike, and this year, Hailey and Brook Stowe both hauled in two large lake trout.

Not to be outdone were the Arkel Brothers. They caught the most and biggest lake trout. Five in one evening and 21 pounds for the biggest.

Now I get to report a mother-daughter story about this year’s deer hunt. During the past several years, Cheyenne Smith and her daughter, Haleigh Hall, have gone out together during deer season. Cheyenne got interested in deer hunting and she wanted her daughter to share her interest. So she talked Haleigh into accompanying her into the woods. They were together when Cheyenne got her first deer.

This year, during the first day of shotgun season, the two ladies headed out to find a deer. Only this year, things were a little different. As per usual, Cheyenne insisted that her good luck charm, Haleigh go with her. Secondly, Nov. 20 was her birthday. She had to be lucky.

Their attempt to find a deer in the morning went for naught. So they headed back home for lunch. They waited for a while then returned to the field in the PM. They were perched up in their stands waiting for the deer to show up. Nothing. Hours later, they were just about ready to go home when they spotted a young buck walk out into the field near their timber. They sat motionless as the deer came closer. When he got about 40 yards, he stopped.

Cheyenne decided it was time. She fired at her target and the deer dropped. She said she was shaking so bad she didn’t know how she could have hit the buck. But she did and the buck dropped right there.

They waited about 20 minutes before they got out of their stands. She said she was still shaking like crazy but headed toward the deer. When they got there, it was motionless. They called their friend with the pickup truck and then began to field dress the buck. Haleigh pitched right in and made it a learning experience. May 2016 be a fabulous year for you in the outdoors. Enjoy yourself and treat the outdoors with respect.

Lee Wahlgren is the PCR Outdoor Columnist. Contact him at pdub52@gmail.com.

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Putnam County/Hall assistant coach Joe Rue (center, seated) watches action in a match earlier in the year.

PC/Hall wrestlers sweep quad dual KEWANEE — PC/Hall wrestlers beat Kewanee, Farmington and AshtonFranklin Center on Saturday, Jan. 2, in a quad dual.

PC/Hall beat Kewanee 42-24.

Denver Wyatt (145) beat Storm Ince, 13-6; Ben Just (152) defeated Chris Purdy 9-6; Luke McCook (160) won by forfeit; Joe Berg (170) won by forfeit; Nick Bouxsein (182) won by forfeit; Evan Kiphart (195) won by forfeit; Eric Cissell (220) defeated Sabatain Gomez by fall at 1:06; and Ellian Rivera (heavyweight) defeated Nathan Thorma by fall at 2:52.

PC/Hall 48, Farmington 25

Chris Enriquez (120) won by forfeit; Denver Wyatt (138) beat Adam Peters by fall at 4:36; Luke McCook (160) won

by forfeit; Joe Berg (170) won by forfeit; Nick Bouxsein (182) beat Evan Marion by fall at 3:05; Evan Kiphart (195) won by forfeit; Eric Cissell (220) won by forfeit; and Ellian Rivera (heavyweight) beat Jon Schmidgell by fall at :36.

Jimmy Hewitt (145) lost to Cody Lansford, 6-0; and Ben Just (152) lost to Jonah Cisil, 11-3.

PC/Hall 48, Ashton Franklin Center 18

Joseph Mecagni (182) beat Brian Elshoff by fall at 1:42.

Wrestlers winning with forfeits were Chris Enriquez (120), Ben Just (152), Luke McCook (160), Joe Berg (170), Evan Kiphart (195), Eric Cissell (220) and Ellian Rivera (heavyweight). Jimmy Hewitt (138) lost by fall to Demetri Lehman at 3:25 and Denver Wyatt (145) lost by fall to Brendyn Williams at :56.

Putnam County boys second at Marseilles MARSEILLES — Playing in its first tournament title game in almost two years, the No. 4-seeded Putnam County Panthers fell behind early against No. 2-seeded Flanagan-Cornell and never overcame the deficit as PC fell 58-51 in the finals of the Marseilles Holiday Tournament on Wednesday, Dec. 30.

Flanagan-Cornell’s Keegan Bertsche — the tournament’s MVP — finished with a game-high 26 points. The Falcons led 20-11 at the end of the first quarter, 32-27 at halftime and 40-38 to start the fourth quarter.

Putnam County’s leading scorer was Alec Veverka with 23 points, while Christian Harris and Connor Bean each added nine points.

Putnam County 73, Reed Custer 72

Christian Harris made two free throws with fivetenths of a second in the game to lift the No. 4-seeded Panthers to a 73-72 upset of the No. 1-seeded Comets on Tuesday, Dec. 29. Alec Veverka finished with a team-high 22 points. Christian Harris added 15 points while Connor Taylor had 14 points.

Putnam County 62, Gardner-South Wilmington 57

Alec Veverka finished with 17 points while Christian Harris added 14 points as the Panthers beat Gardner-South Wilmington Monday, Dec. 28, at the Marseilles Holiday Tournament.

Putnam County JV girls place second Photo contributed

Cheyenne Smith (right) bagged this young buck on her birthday, hunting with her daughter, Haleigh, her good luck charm.

EARLVILLE — The Putnam County JV girls basketball team placed second at the Earlville Christmas Classic Dec. 26 through Dec. 29.

Putnam County 48, Plano 24 Leading scorer was Paige Veronda with 18. Brea Schorn added nine points while Lindsey DiazDeLeon chipped in with seven points.

Hall hitting clinic

SBA Cuties Camp

PERU — The St. Bede Academy cheerleaders will hold a Cuties Cheerleading Camp with practices from 5 to 7 p.m.

Leading scorer was Presley Hatton with 16. Lindsey DiazDeLeon added 10 while Taryn Grasser chipped in with nine points.

Seneca 45, Putnam County 28 (championship)

Leading scorers were Presley Hatton with 10 and Brea Schorn with eight points.

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What’s happening SPRING VALLEY — The Hall Red Devils will hold a hitting clinic for both baseball and softball players with former pro player and internationally-known hitting instructor, Mark Doran. The baseball portion of the clinic will be Sunday, Jan. 17, and the softball portion will be Sunday, Jan. 24.

For more information, check the Hall High School athletic website and click on the clinic tab.

Putnam County 46, Sandwich 38 (semifinals)

Wednesday, Jan. 13, and Thursday, Jan. 14, and a performance during halftime of the Bruins varsity basketball game Friday, Jan. 15. Cost is $30 per cheerleader. For more information, contact Lauren Passini at 815-481-2728 or Lauren_Passini@outlook.com.

Fat 50 run

MCNABB — The 21st annual Fat (Rear) 50 will start at 9 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 9, at Putnam County Junior High School in McNabb and finish there. It is a 50K run and runners are welcome to run as much or as little as you want.

There are no fees. For more information, contact Bob Rehn at 815-882-2120 or email to rehnfarms@nabbnet.com.

Jan. 6 Boys wrestling: Morrison and Riverdale, home, 5:30 p.m.

Jan. 7 Girls basketball: At Marquette, 7:30 p.m.

Jan. 8 Boys basketball: At Woodland, 7:30 p.m.

Jan. 9 Boys wrestling: At Morton Tournament, 9 a.m.

Girls basketball: At Hall, 2:30 p.m.

Jan. 12 Boys wrestling: Ottawa, home, 5:30 p.m.

Boys basketball: At Eureka, 7 p.m.

Jan. 13 Boys wrestling: At Sherrard, 5:30 p.m.

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Community IV Toastmasters will meet Thursday PERU — If improving your speaking and leadership skills is part of your New Year’s commitment, check out the Illinois Valley Toastmasters at its first meeting of the new year at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 7, at 1305 Sixth St. in Peru.

Toastmasters supports its members as they grow into proficient speakers and dynamic leaders.

Members will practice short speeches and evaluate their work. Attendees will have the opportuni-

ty to practice speaking in response to off-the-cuff topics. Guests are always welcome.

Meetings are held the first and third Thursday of each month from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at 1305 Sixth St. in Peru (IVCH building east of St. Mary’s Catholic Church; parking available in lot on Seventh Street), enter through west door.

For more information, call Carol Myer at 815-4819851 or email carol.myer@ ivch.org.

Princeton DAR to meet PRINCETON — The Princeton-Illinois chapter NSDAR will meet at 1:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 8, at the Prouty Building, 435 S.

Main St. in Princeton. The program, “Organic and Truck Farming,” will be presented by Coneflower Farms.

Record-setting December occurred in Illinois

CHAMPAIGN — December was the warmest and second wettest for that month on record in Illinois, according to Illinois State Climatologist Jim Angel, Illinois State Water Survey, University of Illinois.

The statewide average temperature for December was 40.6 degrees, an incredible 10.7 degrees above average and the warmest December on record. This December beat the old record by 1.7 degrees that was set in 1923 with 38.9 degrees.

The statewide average precipitation was 6.70

inches, 4.01 inches above average, and the second wettest on record. The wettest December on record was in 1982 with 7.17 inches. Like this year, that was also during a major El Niño event.

The record-setting December finishes off the sixth wettest year on record with 48.49 inches, 8.53 inches above average.

The warmer December was offset by a very cold February. As a result, the annual average temperature for Illinois was 52.8 degrees, 0.4 degrees above average.

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Relay for Life fundraiser planned for Jan. 9 SPRING VALLEY — The Putnam County Cancer Killers Relay for Life Team will host its second annual Trivia Night on Saturday, Jan. 9, at the Spring Valley Boat Club.

Registration will begin at 5:30 p.m. with trivia starting promptly at 6 p.m. Teams can consist of six to 10 people with a $100 entry fee.

There is a cash prize for top three teams.

Trivia will consist of 10 categories with 10 questions each. Mulli-

Chances are at some time in your life you’ve made a New Year’s resolution — and then broken it. This year, stop the cycle of resolving to make change and then not following through. If your resolution is to take better care of yourself and get healthy, you will have a much better year if your resolution sticks.

Here are 10 tips to help you get started.

1. Be realistic The surest way to fall short of your goal is to make your goal unattainable. For instance, resolving to NEVER eat your favorite food again is setting you up to fail.

Instead, strive for a goal that is attainable, such as avoiding it more often than you do now.

2. Plan ahead Don’t make your resolution on New Year’s Eve. If you wait until the last minute, it will be based on your mindset that particular day. Instead, it should be planned well before Dec. 31 arrives.

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4. Make a “pros” and “cons” list It may help to see a list of items on paper to keep your motivation strong.

Develop this list over time, and ask others to contribute to it. Keep your list with you and refer to it when you need help keeping your resolve.

5. Talk about it Don’t keep your resolution a secret. Tell friends and family members who will be there to support your resolve to change yourself for the better or improve your health. The best-case scenario is to find a buddy who shares your New Year’s resolution and motivate each other.

6. Reward yourself

This doesn’t mean that you can eat an entire box of chocolates if your resolution is to eat a better diet. Instead, celebrate your success by treating yourself to something you enjoy that doesn’t contradict your resolution. If you have been sticking to your promise to eat better, for example, reward yourself with new fitness clothing or by going to a movie with a friend.

7. Track your progress Keep track of each small success. Short-term goals are easier to keep, and each small accomplishment will help keep you motivated.

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Getting ripped abs without getting ripped off Getting into better shape is at or near the top of everyone’s New Year’s resolutions list. That’s a boon for health clubs but can be a boondoggle for those who choose to join. It can be expensive to join gyms and health clubs, so the Better Business Bureau advises consumers to treat a gym membership like any major purchase and do their research before signing on the dotted line.

Billing and collection issues, along with overall unhappiness with the membership contract, are top consumer concerns as the number of complaints filed with the BBB against health clubs has remained steady.

“The number of complaints filed show that the negative issues surrounding gym memberships show no sign of change,” said Dennis Horton, director of the Rockford Regional Office of the Better Business Bureau. “Picking the best gym or fitness center for your personal interests can be a difficult choice, so check each one’s rating on the BBB website.”

Five questions to ask the gym: 1. What are the terms of any introductory offers?

Gyms often use special introductory offers to lure

in new members. Make sure you understand the terms and what the price will be once the introductory period is over.

2. Will my membership renew automatically?

Many times people who join a gym don’t realize that their contract renews automatically and that they would have to take specific steps to cancel their contract.

3. How can I get out of my contract? Getting out of a gym contract isn’t always as easy as getting into one, so make sure you understand what steps you would need to take to cancel your membership.

4. What happens if I move? Gyms have any number of different policies when it comes to how moving will affect your membership. It might depend on how far away you’re moving and if they have other locations nearby.

5. What happens if the gym goes out of business?

Ask the gym to explain what will happen to your money if they suddenly close down.

Five questions to ask yourself when looking at potential gyms/health clubs: 1. What are my fitness goals? Determining your

fitness goals in advance will help you select a facility that is most appropriate for you. If you have a serious health condition, consult with a medical professional when setting your fitness goals.

2. Is this location convenient? If the gym is across town, you’ll be less likely to work out. Choose a fitness club that is convenient to work or home so the location is not a deterrent to getting exercise.

3. Can I really afford this every month? Monthly gym fees add up and, after any introductory periods are over, the price could jump higher than your budget can handle. Do the math before you join and make sure you can afford a gym membership.

4. Am I feeling pressured to join? Do not give in to high-pressure sales tactics to join right away. A reputable gym will give you enough time to read the contract thoroughly, tour the facilities, and make an informed decision.

5. Did I get everything in writing? Read the contract carefully and make sure that all verbal promises made by the salesperson are in writing. What matters is the document you sign, so don’t just take a salesperson’s word for it.

Photo contributed

Cassandra Rae Overy, IVCH’s first 2016 baby, with her mom, Emily Znaniecki, and her dad, Nathaniel Overy.

First baby born in 2016 at IVCH PERU — The first baby of 2016 to be born at Illinois Valley Community Hospital arrived at 2:37 p.m. Friday, Jan. 1, when Emily Znaniecki of Lostant gave birth to a girl. Nathaniel Overy is the father of the infant, Cassandra Rae Overy

entered the world at 20 inches in length and weighing 7 pounds, 11 ounces.

The baby was delivered by certified nurse midwife Heather Miller. There were 468 births at Illinois Valley Community Hospital in 2015.

••• Press releases and photos for the Community section can be emailed to news@putnamcountyrecord.com.

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28th annual IVCH Foundation Ball LASALLE — The Illinois Valley Community Hospital Foundation’s 28th annual benefit ball is scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 16, at Celebrations 150 in LaSalle.

The event, which is the Foundation’s principal fundraiser, begins with cocktails at 6 p.m. and includes a grand buffet dinner (prime rib, ham and fish), dancing to In Style Entertainment and the Chuck Cunningham Band, and the opportunity

to win prizes by playing various games of chance.

Reservations are $47.50 per person and can be made by calling Jheri Emmerling, Foundation secretary, at 815-780-4642 or by registering and making payment online at www.ivch.org.

Elaine Buckman, a member of the IVCH Foundation board of directors, chairs the committee that plans the ball.

IVCH Briefs Compassionate Friends Grief recovery group PERU — The Illinois Valley Community Hospital Grief Recovery Group will next meet at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, and Wednesday, Jan. 27, in Conference Room “C” on the fourth floor of IVCH. The group allows people who have recently suffered the loss of someone close to them to share their feelings and experiences with others who have also lost loved ones through death.

The group meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month.

For more information, call Deacon Ray Fischer, IVCH pastoral care coordinator, at 815-780-3426.

PERU — The next meeting of the River Valley chapter of Compassionate Friends, a support group that assists families toward the positive resolution of grief following the death of a child of any age, is set for 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 28, in the meeting room of Illinois Valley Community Hospital’s Sixth Street office building in Peru.

The Compassionate Friends is a selfhelp support organization that offers friendship, understanding and hope to bereaved parents, grandparents and siblings. For more information about the local group, call Rita Studzinski at 815223-7663.

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Breakfast 11 — Whole grain pancakes with syrup or cereal, fruit, juice, milk.

12 — Whole grain toaster pastry or cereal and toast, string cheese, fruit, juice,

13 — Breakfast sandwich or cereal, fruit, juice, milk.

14 — Pigs in a blanket or cereal, fruit, juice, milk.

15 — Whole grain cinnamon roll or cereal, fruit, juice, milk.

Lunch Jan. 11 — Breaded chicken, potato wedges, baked beans, mixed fruit, milk.

Jan. 12 — Salisbury steak, au gratin potatoes, corn, pears, milk.

Jan. 13 — Pizza, green beans, pineapple, graham crackers, milk.

Jan. 14 — Junior high/high school - salad bar, chicken wrap, veggie sticks, mandarin oranges, milk.

Jan. 15 — Pasta with meat sauce, garlic bread, salad, banana, milk.

Putnam County Community Center Jan. 11 — Chili with crackers, hot dog with bun, pea salad, pineapple slices.

Jan. 12 — Chicken and noodles, green beans, zucchini, fruit cocktail, rolls and butter, dessert.

Jan. 13 — Italian beef on bun, fried potatoes, cooked carrots, apple.

Jan. 14 — Soup and sandwich day.

Jan. 15 — Fish sticks, baked potato with sour cream, salad with toppings, banana, yogurt.

Bread, butter, fruit juice and 2% milk are available with meals. For reservations, call 800-757-4579 24 hours in advance of the day’s meal. The menu is subject to change. Meals are available to senior citizens 60 plus at no cost, but donations are appreciated. The meal program is partly funded by donations, so they have a suggested donation of $5 per meal. Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m.

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The Putnam County Record reserves the right to classify correctly, edit, reject or cancel any advertisement at any time in accordance with its policy. All ads must be checked for errors by the advertiser, on the first day of publication.

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Proceed with caution if you are asked to send money or to give a credit card number.

Proceed with caution in calling 900 phone numbers. All phone numbers prefixed by”900” are charged to the CALLER. Charges may be assessed on a “per minute” basis rather than a “per call” basis.

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If you have a concern about an advertiser, please contact: Better Business Bureau 330 North Wabash Chicago, IL 60611 312 832-0500

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Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18.

This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis.

To complain of discrimination call, HUD tollfree at 800 669-9777.

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STANDARD FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT 2016 MEETING DATES & TIMES 27 January 2016 7:00pm Regular Meeting 24 February 2016 7:00pm Regular Meeting 23 March 2016 7:00pm Regular Meeting 27 April 2016 7:00pm Regular Meeting 25 May 2016 7:00pm Regular Meeting 15 June 2016 Appropriation Adopted NO MEETING 22 June 2016 Inspection Notice Published NO MEETING 27 July 2016 Hearing Notice Published NO MEETING 3 August 2016 7:00pm Hearing Date 24 August 2016 7:00pm Regular Meeting 28 September 2016 7:00pm Regular Meeting 26 October 2016 7:00pm Regular Meeting 23 November 2016 7:00pm Regular Meeting 28 December 2016 7:00pm Regular Meeting Published in the Putnam County Record Jan. 6, 2016.

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The pamphlet form of Ordinance #543 is posted at the Village Hall, 627 E. High St., Hennepin, IL, where copies are available for public inspection or the ordinance can be viewed on our website at: www. villageofhennepin.com.

Diana Brandstatter Hennepin Village Clerk Published in the Putnam County Record Jan. 6, 2016.

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#GivingTuesday gives $65,000 to Annual Fund #BruinPride Challenge surpassed with matching gifts of $31,500 PERU — St. Bede Academy joined #GivingTuesday, a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities and organizations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate generosity worldwide.

Dec. 1 marked the third annual #GivingTuesday, a primarily social-media-powered day of philanthropy following Black Friday and Cyber Monday. The #GivingTuesday movement was created in 2012 by New York’s 92nd Street Y, the United Nations Foundation and the Case Foundation.

St. Bede set forth on a #BruinPridde Challenge for their annual fund to reach a goal of $12,500 in one day in honor of their 125th anniversary.

With the support of four matching donors — D.J. Sickley Construction, Class of 1973, Angelo Perino, Class of 1980, both with matching gifts of $5,000 each, LaSalle State Bank with a match of $1,500 and an anonymous $1,000 donor — the challenge was met head on by reaching $12,500 by

late morning. By noon, that challenge had grown to $27,500 with two new donors donating an additional match of $5,000 from David Porter, Class of 1961, and $10,000 from an anonymous supporter.

In one day, on #GivingTuesday, friends and family of St. Bede raised more than $34,000 and with matches of $31,500 brought the grand total to more than $65,000 in support of the St. Bede Annual Fund.

Abbot Philip, O.S.B., commented, “One of the great joys in my life is to watch our students come alive as they grow in knowledge, wisdom and faith. The great outpouring of financial support on #GivingTuesday is just the latest example of how much people value our work at St. Bede. On behalf of all of us at St. Bede, we say thank you and want you to know that every day at our midday prayer the monastic community prays for all those who help us continue our important ministries.”

On #GivingTuesday, the students, faculty and staff showed

their Bruin pride as well and joined in the challenge with their own personal donations. “It is impressive to see our students who haven’t even graduated yet support the annual fund, and to have nearly 100 percent participation by our faculty staff,” said Superintendent Ted Struck.

“The outpouring of generosity to St. Bede’s Annual Fund in just one day was amazing and most moving to witness,” said Julia Yaklich, development director for St. Bede.

“Our goal was to reach $12,500 to honor our 125 years of providing a Catholic education in the Benedictine tradition, and by the time the clock struck 12, our friends and family spoke loudly by honoring that tradition more than two fold.”

The St. Bede Annual Fund is a means of providing a steady stream of income to the school and yearly donated funds help with the dayto-day-costs of operating St. Bede to meet its annual budget. Gifts to the Annual Fund are vital to keep tuition affordable by bridging the gap of more than 50 percent.

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