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PUTNAM COUNTY BOARD
County Board plans to transfer up to $400,000 in highway funds to cover operating expenses
Money expected to be repaid by July 1
BY KIM SHUTE Shaw Media
HENNEPIN — Putnam County has been making strides in cutting expenses, but still will need to move funds to cover operating expenses over the next few months.
Board members agreed at last week’s meeting to move up to $400,000 from the highway department to cover other expenses, which will be paid back by July 1 with property tax income.
By moving funds rather than issuing a tax anticipation warrant, the county will save money in interest. The transfer will not affect upcoming bridge work, which is to be paid later in the year.
Treasurer Kevin Kunkel reported that the current total in the county’s general fund is $280,715.
The board heard about possible interest from a cannabis cultivator about coming to the industrial area of the county, but all talks are in the preliminary question-and-answer phase. Mid-American Growers of Granville is in the process of seeking a craft growers permit for cannabis at its, facility which is the largest indoor hemp production facility in the nation. Those licenses could be issued by March.
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BY KIM SHUTE Shaw Media
PRINCETON — Eddie L. Mentgen Jr., who was accused of killing Spring Valley woman Marissa Roberts, will spend 35 years in prison after pleading guilty Feb. 10 to first-degree murder.
Mentgen, 38, was scheduled for a bench trial Feb. 18 in Bureau County Circuit Court. However, at what was supposed to be his final pretrial appearance, he instead pleaded guilty to the charge. Had he been found guilty at trial, he would have faced up to 20-60 years in prison.
Relatives of Roberts as well as Mentgen lined the benches in the courtroom, watching the proceedings in stony silence, except for occasional tears.
Mentgen, clad in a white dress shirt and tie with sweatpants, was himself was largely emotionless during the hearing, answering the judge’s direct questions, but declining to speak when given the opportunity. Eddie L. Mentgen Jr. Mentgen will be required to serve 100 percent of the sentence, minus 237 days served while his case was pending.
Judge’s comments
Before accepting the plea, Judge C.J. Hollerich emphasized his concern that Mentgen, at his own request, had not been housed in Bureau County Jail, opting to be housed first in the Dixon Correctional Center, then in Joliet on a parole hold stemming from a prior conviction.
“Do you feel you’ve had adequate opportunity to speak to your attorney,” he questioned, to which Mentgen answered yes.
“For the record, I didn’t know there would be a plea deal until about 10:10-10:15 this morning,“ Hollerich continued. “I want to make it clear that no prior discussions between myself and the defendant or myself and the victim’s family previously took place.”
Laying out the facts
Bureau County State’s Attorney Geno Caffarini laid out the facts of the prosecution’s case, which would have come out at trial had Mentgen not pleaded guilty.
On April 5 of last year, Mentgen is accused of bludgeoning to death with a hammer then-girlfriend Roberts, who was 28 years old, in her Spring Valley apartment.
According to Caffarini, Mentgen, along with Roberts and her children, went to a Metamora McDonald’s the morning of the murder to allegedly collect his paycheck. He then returned to Spring Valley where he said he parted ways with Roberts.
She was found unresponsive with a head wound at 7 p.m. that evening, and pronounced dead shortly after.
Mentgen then made another trip to the same McDonald’s later that day with Roberts’ children and a different female acquaintance. He was captured on surveillance video wearing clothes associated with the murder during the early hours of the day, but he had changed clothes by evening.
Caffarini said Mentgen hid evidence of the crime, including his clothing, which was covered in Roberts’ blood, bloody blankets and a towel, in a dumpster outside the LaSalle residence of that friend.
Mentgen was picked up a few days later in Wisconsin where he fled after the murder. Both his and Roberts’ phones had been pinged together throughout April 5, both before and after Roberts was pronounced dead.
After the hearing, Caffarini and First Assistant State’s Attorney Thomas Briddick expressed satisfaction with the verdict.
“There was some talk last week about the possibility of a guilty plea,“ Caffarini said, “and today we reached an agreement. We came up with 35 years because we
Geno Caffarini Bureau County state’s attorney
came to the conclusion that it’s a life sentence, so we figure he’ll be spending his life in prison.”
No motive ever offered
Caffarini said no motive has ever been offered for the killing, though he doesn’t believe it was premeditated.
“I don’t think there was a time where he thought several days he was going to kill her,” he said.
Caffarini also praised investigators involved, saying Spring Valley and LaSalle Police were an invaluable resource in gathering evidence.
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New-generation police dog does not alert to cannabis
BY ALI BRABOY Shaw Media
A Belgian Malinois dog full of energy has joined the Illinois State Police District 17 forces based in LaSalle.
Blitz, less than 2 years old, graduated from ISP canine certification school in November and has since worked with Trooper John Ritchie on his shifts practically every day since. “The canines are such a great resource to have,” Ritchie said.
Blitz joins two other District 17 dogs. But he’s is a bit different than the others.
He’s not certified on cannabis, which means although he can smell the substance as someone can smell Doritos or a car freshener, Blitz doesn’t alert officers to the scent.
The dogs in the two most recent ISP K-9 classes aren’t certified on cannabis, Ritchie said. “We have to test him on cannabis to show that he’s not alerting to it,” he said.
The K-9 dogs still are full-service dogs certified to find methamphetamine, cocaine and heroin and the derivatives such as crack cocaine or black tar heroin, he said.
Blitz weighs about 50 pounds, which Ritchie said is nice when it comes to training. Some other police dogs can weigh 80 to 100 pounds, Ritchie said. “When you’re animated, they get animated,” Ritchie said. “The more you’re having fun, the more they’ll have fun.”
Ritchie plays tug-of-war with Blitz — “It’s much easier with a 50-pound dog versus a 90-pound dog. Your back feels a lot better afterward,” Ritchie said with a laugh.
When people think of a police K-9, they often think of narcotic work, which is a big portion of the work the ISP handles, Ritchie said, but the dogs provide many more benefits in addition.
“They’re also a great resource especially with the colder months if someone gets lost,” and if a child runs outside in the cold temperatures without a parent noticing and
A 50-pound Belgian Malinois dog known as “Blitz” plays with Trooper John Ritchie with Illinois State Police District 17, which covers LaSalle, Putnam and Bureau counties.
Shaw Media photo/Scott Anderson
needs locating or if a senior with Alzheimer’s wanders off, Ritchie said.
Blitz also can track article searches, so if there’s a crime, the dog can look for evidence such as shell casings and knives.
“They’re not robots, they’re not perfect. The more training you put into your dog, the better they’ll respond, just like in anything else because they’re a living being. It’s a huge responsibility,” Ritchie said. In addition to working with Illinois State Police, Blitz already has been an asset to local police departments.
“He’s a great tool and a resource to be able to be called upon for all the local agencies and everybody in the surrounding area,” Ritchie said.
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Mautino: ‘This will be the final step’
BY TOM COLLINS AND DEREK BARICHELLO Shaw Media The years-long dispute over for- mer Spring Valley Democratic state Rep. Frank Mautino’s gas receipts is going to the Illinois Supreme Court. David Cooke, a former Streator resident who challenged Mautino’s fuel receipts — and secured a nev- er-paid $5,000 fine against Mauti- no’s disbanded campaign — won the last round of a back-and-forth court battle in August.
At that time, a S p r i n g f i e l d - b a s e d appeals court large- ly ruled in Cooke’s favor and directed the receipts flap back to the Illinois State Board of Elections for new proceedings.
Now, Mautino and his lawyers think the appeals court was wrong and have successfully appealed for a hearing by the state’s top court.
“And this will be the final step,” Mautino said, “that’s what we hope.” Cooke said he was “anxious” to Frank Mautino Illinois auditor general
hear what the Supreme Court says. “I believe our case is overwhelm- ing and we have won on appeal twice,” Cooke said. “I’m anxious to see what the judgment is on the Supreme Court level. I have no doubt about our case.”
The Supreme Court’s website con- firmed the high court will hear the case (a docket number is assigned) and the clerk’s office said a brief from Mautino’s lawyers is due March 4. Oral arguments will be scheduled later.
Cooke filed his challenge in early 2016, shortly after Mautino, a long- time state representative, was named Illinois auditor general. Cooke disputed records showing fuel and auto service receipts val- ued at more than $200,000 over an 11-year period.
Mautino had been largely silent on the issue but did say in a 2016 release the fuel receipts were for a small fleet of vehicles driven by him and a campaign worker.
Unconvinced, Cooke pursued the matter doggedly and was mostly successful in court, if also unsatis- fied with the actions taken by the Illinois State Board of Elections. The board did level a $5,000 fine but twice deadlocked over whether to turn the violations over for criminal prosecution.
Private pesticide testing session scheduled for Feb. 25 PRINCETON — The University of Illinois Extension — Bureau, LaSalle, Marshall, Putnam Unit announced it will offer a testing-only session and certi- fication program for private pesticide IN BRIEF
applicators. The session is in cooper- ation with the Illinois Department of Agriculture.
Preregistration is required. Certifica- tion is required to apply restricted use pesticides.
Testing only will be from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Feb. 25, at the University of Illinois Extension — Bureau County office, 850 Thompson St. in Princeton. To register, call the University of Illinois Extension — Bureau County office by Monday, Feb. 24, at 815-875-2878. There is no charge for the testing. If someone needs a reasonable accommo- dation, indicate when registering. Private Applicator Manuals and workbooks can be purchased online or at local Extension offices in Princeton, Ottawa, Henry and Oglesby on the Illi- nois Valley Community College campus. Questions may be directed to Daryle Wragge, ag program coordinator, at 309-364-2356.
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GRANVILLE — Timothy “Tim” Michael Wallace, 58, of Granville passed away Friday, Feb. 7, 2020, at St. Margaret’s Hospital in Spring Valley.
Tim was born April 18, 1961, in Highland Park, Mich., to Donald and Regina (Pasionek) Wallace.
He was a self-employed carpenter and construction worker.
Survivors include his mother, Regina Wallace of Sterling Heights, Mich.; two daughters, Rhiley Wallace of Granville and Rhikki Wallace of Florida; three brothers, Bobby Wallace, Kenny Wallace and Ron Wallace; one sister, Dorothy (Allen) Heaslip of Michigan;
and two grandchildren, Piper Gibson and Delilah Wallace.
He had a special love for his daughters and friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, Donald Wallace; and three daughters, Rhandi, Rhianin and Rhonni Wallace.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Cremation rites have been accorded.
Contributions may be directed to his family.
The Dysart-Cofoid Funeral Chapel in Granville will be assisting the family with the arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to his family at www.dcfunerals.com.
Obituary deadline: Please submit obituaries by 9 a.m. Monday for publication in Wednesday’s edition.
PUTNAM COUNTY SHERIFF
Battery charge On Feb. 7, the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office charged William L. Hack, 39, of Granville with battery. Hack was released from custody after posting bond.
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The churches of Putnam County will once again join together to host the Wednesday evening services during Lent. The theme for the services is “By His Wounds We Are Healed.”
On Ash Wednesday, Feb. 27, services will be at 7 a.m. at Sacred Heart, 2 p.m. at the Granville United Church of Christ, 6 p.m. at St. Patrick and 7 p.m. at the Granville United Church. Other services planned are: • Wednesday, March 4 — 7 p.m. at Magnolia United Methodist Church (handicap assessible).
• Wednesday, March 11 — 7 p.m. at Hennepin United Methodist Church. • Wednesday, March 18 — 7 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church (County Line Church).
• Wednesday, March 25 — 7 p.m. at McNabb Lutheran Church.
• Wednesday, April 1 — 7 p.m. at Sacred Heart.
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OGLESBY — Illinois Valley Community College’s 15th annual Edible Car Contest will be at noon Wednesday, Feb. 26, in the cafeteria.
The contest, which celebrates National Engineering Week, was originally sponsored by the National Science Foundation. Check-in begins at 10 a.m., with judging at 11:30 a.m. and racing at noon.
Computer Aided Design instructor Dorene Data, organizer and coordinator of the event, said, “Our purpose is to demonstrate that STEM, or science, technology, engineering and math, can be creative and fun.” IVCC students, faculty, staff and area high schools are invited to compete. New in 2020 is a press category. Participants work in teams to come up with creative and workable designs.
In 2016, the contest received its fourth nomination for a prestigious Bellwether Award, a national award recognizing outstanding and innovative community college projects. In 2012, the contest was one of 10 finalists.
“We’re proud to be in our 15th year with the contest — each year it gets better and better. Last year we had 66 entries with 38 cars created by students from five local high schools and two junior highs. We can’t wait to see this year’s designs,” Data said.
For more information, contact Data at 815-224-0221 or email Dorene_ data@ivcc.edu. Annual Edible Car Contest on Feb. 26
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PRINCETON — The Prairie Arts Council will present “Tuna Does Vegas,” the first show of its 2020 season.
The show will run Friday, Feb. 21, through Sunday, Feb. 23. Curtain time is 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, with a 2 p.m. matinee on Sunday. All performances are at the Prairie Arts Center, 24 Park Ave. East in Princeton.
“Tuna Does Vegas” by Jaston Williams, Joe Sears and Ed Howard is a sequel to last season’s “Greater Tuna.” The fun begins when radio host Arles Struvie announces on air that he and his wife, Bertha, are renewing their wedding vows in Vegas. The two-man cast portrays all of the inhabitants of Tuna — men, women, as well as Vegas showgirls and more. “Tuna Does Vegas” is presented by special arrangement with Concord Theatricals.
Josh Bush and Fox Weber, both of Princeton, are stars of the show, bringing to life the citizens of Tuna. Rex Bush and Beckett Conwell make guest appearances as Elvis impersonators. Additional voices are provided by Rex Bush, Beckett Connell, Emma Frost, Andy Marti, Jill Marti, Dixie Schroeder and Ken Schroeder. Theater veteran Dixie Schroeder of Princeton is the show’s director.
Tickets are $15 per person. Online ticket sales are available at www. prairiearts.org. For phone sales, call 815-875-2787 and leave a message. Walk-in tickets will also be available at the door.
Other shows in the PACs 2020 lineup include “Leaving Iowa” in late April, “Delval Divas” in late August and the annual children’s Christmas show. Prairie Arts Council programming is funded in part by grants from the Illinois Arts Council and Church Women United.
HENRY — Members were challenged to test themselves on the “Civics (History and Government) Questions for the Naturalization Test” at the Chief Senachwine Chapter NSDAR meeting Feb. 1 at The Meeting Place in Henry. National Defense Chairwoman Carol Byrd explained the naturalized citizenship process and shared some of the 100 questions that must be known by those seeking U.S. citizenship.
Regent Dolores Dace announced that a few of the 100 chapter cookbooks, “Cooking Through the Seasons With the Daughters” remain for sale at Gina’s Cut and Curl.
NSDAR applications for the Community Service recognition of the Henry Events Committee, to be held in April, and the rededication of the gravestone of DAR Daughter Elizabeth Wikoff, to be held in May, have been approved.
The Literacy Committee reported that 8,000 students drop out of school every day in the U.S., often due to lack of reading success.
Collected by chapter members, calendars for year 2020 have been deliv ered to two nursing homes.
For the residents at Freedom House, possible victims of domestic abuse, chapter members donated to the Oops! project (Operation Old Purses), resulting in 26 purses filled with 192 items for women and children.
American History Chairwoman Barbara Peterson shared fun facts about the “Father of Our Country,” George Washington.
Due to illness involving the pre senter of the February program, members held a round-table discussion on activities and possible projects for the next chapter year.
The next meeting will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday, March 6, at the First Presbyterian Church. Good Citizens Youth Day recipients will be recognized from Henry-Senachwine, Midland and Putnam County high schools. Tom Ashby, a member of the Sons of the American Revolution and dressed in a replicated American Revolution uniform, will present “A Son of the American Revolution.” Members of Chief Senachwine chapter gather for February meeting Photo contributed Chief Senachwine Chapter NSDAR member Barbara Peterson displays some of the fun facts involving George Washington, which she shared with members at the Feb. 1 meeting held at The Meeting Place. Peterson is the American History chairwoman for the chapter.
PCHS will host freshman open house on March 5
GRANVILLE — Putnam County High School will host a freshman open house for all current eighth-grade students who will be transitioning to the high school for the 2020-21 school year at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 5, at PCHS. All incoming students are encouraged to attend with their parents/guardians. Course registration and general expectations will be presented by administration, student representatives, and other personnel. This evening will serve as the primary opportunity to review the registration process and expectations as students move from junior high to high school. For questions, call the high school office at 815-882-2800, ext. 4.
Putnam County Schools Breakfast Feb. 24 — Toaster pastry or cereal, yogurt, fruit, juice, milk. Feb. 25 — Breakfast slider or cereal, fruit, juice, milk. Feb. 26 — French toast with syrup or cereal, string cheese, fruit, juice, milk. Feb. 27 — Biscuits and gravy or cereal, fruit, juice, milk. Feb. 28 — Cereal and toast, gogurt, fruit, juice, milk.
Lunch Feb. 24 — French toast, sausage, hash browns, applesauce, milk. Feb. 25 — Popcorn chicken, mashed potatoes, corn, dinner roll, pineapple, milk. Feb. 26 — Junior high/high school - salad bar, elementary/primary - fish sandwich, oven fries, mixed fruit, milk. Feb. 27 — Barbecue on bun, baked beans, chips, fresh fruit, milk. Feb. 28 — Cheese pizza, green beans, pears, pudding, milk.
Putnam County Community Center Feb. 24 — Ravioli in broth with crackers, chicken salad with lettuce on bun, three-bean salad, apricots. Feb. 25 — Beef with noodles, lettuce salad with toppings, garlic bread, applesauce, dessert. Feb. 26 — Baked chicken quarters, au gratin potatoes, mixed vegetables, bread with butter, banana. Feb. 27 — Barbecue on bun, macaroni salad, pickled beets, chips, tropical fruit. Feb. 28 — Turkey pot roast, whole roasted potatoes, steamed peas, fruit cocktail, wheat bread with butter.
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.
Meals are available to senior citizens 60 plus at no cost, but donations are appreciated. Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m.
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