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Appraiser reprimanded in local lawsuit Appraiser Mark Pomykacz fined $10,000

By Shannon Serpette news@putnamcountyrecord.com

New Jersey real estate appraiser Mark Pomykacz was recently reprimanded and fined by the Illinois Department of Finan-

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cial and Professional Regulation for an appraisal he prepared of the Marquis Energy ethanol production plant in Hennepin.

That appraisal, paid for by Illinois Valley Community College, was heatedly disputed by Marquis Energy CEO Mark Marquis during a lawsuit which was filed in April 2011 by IVCC against Putnam County, Putnam County Clerk Dan Kuhn, Putnam County Treasurer Kevin Kunkel and Marquis Energy LLC.

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Department of Financial and Professional Regulation on June 2 for violating Illinois law on real estate appraisals, a press release issued June 29 by Marquis Energy LLC stated.

“The order cites more than 20 errors and omissions made by Mr. Pomykacz in his preparation of a misleading appraisal of the Marquis Energy ethanol production plant in Hennepin, Illinois,”

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On Friday, June 26, the U.S. Supreme Court declared samesex couples have the right to marry anywhere in the United States. The decision came after decades of issues and litigation over gay marriage and gay rights.

At the time of the historic decision, gay and lesbian couples were already allowed to marry in 36 states, plus the District of Columbia. The Supreme Court’s ruling on June 26 causes the remaining 14 states — Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, most of Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Tennessee and Texas — to stop their bans on same-sex marriages.

After the announcement was handed down from the Supreme Court, President Barack Obama immediately tweeted the following: “Today is a big step in our march toward equality. Gay and lesbian couples now have the right to marry, just like anyone else. #LoveWins.”

Later at the White House, Obama applauded the decision and called it “justice that arrives like a thunderbolt.” He said the decision confirmed the principle that “all Americans are created equal.”

The Supreme Court’s decision was a 5-4 vote. Chief Justice John Roberts and Justices Antonin Scalia, Samuel Alito and Clarence Thomas cast the four no votes. Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy wrote the 28-page decision. Justices Stephen Breyer, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Elena Kagan and

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lost. The abatement was based on a resolution adopted by IVCC to participate in the Bureau Putnam County Enterprise Zone.

Putnam County, county clerk Dan Kuhn and county treasurer Kevin Kunkel have maintained throughout the proceedings the abatement was proper,” a press release issued by the Putnam County State’s Attorney’s Office on May 15 stated.

Pomykacz was reprimanded and fined $10,000 by the Illinois

‘Barn in the U.S.A.’

HENRY — If you’re one of the lucky few to find a small clay barn hidden in community parks throughout Marshall and Putnam counties, be sure to bring it to the fairgrounds office during the fair to claim your prize. Those barns celebrate the theme of the 94th anniversary of the Marshall-Putnam fair, “Barn in the U.S.A,.” which will run July 8-12 in Henry.

For those of you who couldn’t wait until Wednesday, July 8, to commence celebrating the fair, you might have headed to the fairgrounds on Sunday, July 5, to see the Little Miss pageant, the Junior Miss and Miss pageants. Check out more photos from the events on Page 7.

Wednesday, July 8 is “Barn Raisin’ Kick-off Day.” Activities will include a “kick-off” dinner; harness racing; BMX stunt shows with autograph sessions; a “Country Elegance” event which will consist of wine tasting, craft beer, live music and a hat contest; “Imagination Acres” which will include a farmers’ market, vegetable garden, newsroom and weather desk; “make and take” craft activities; a cookie stacking contest; craft vendors; commercial exhibits and a sure to be popular NASCAR simulator sponsored by Chapman Motorsports. The fastest time recorded in the simulator during the fair wins a Richard Petty Ride Along Experience.

Thursday, July 9 is “HoeDown Thursday” and will see the start of the livestock judging. The Senior Citizens Day program includes free prizes, entertainment and refreshments within the Hunt building from 9 to 11 a.m. with registration beginning at 8:30 a.m..

“Family Fun Night” will consist of goodie bags for children; an

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The lawsuit, which cost Putnam County more than $250,000 and IVCC in the neighborhood of $700,000, was officially over on April 16, after an agreed dismissal was approved in court, allowing IVCC to voluntarily dismiss its own lawsuit.

“In the lawsuit, IVCC asserted the Marquis Energy LLC ethanol plant wrongfully received a real estate tax abatement and requested reimbursement of the tax dollars that were allegedly

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Abby Colvin of Varna (front) was crowned Miss Marshall-Putnam County Fair during the queen pageant Sunday, July 5, at the fairgrounds in Henry. Also crowned were Dayton Maubach of Henry as Junior Miss and Genavyve Barnes of Henry as Little Miss. To see more pictures from the pageant, see page 7 and 16.

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If mixed martial arts is truly a work of art, then Sam Agushi is painting his masterpiece.

Agushi will be traveling to Las Vegas in early July as one of 12 representatives from the United States to compete in the International Mixed Martial Arts Competition. Agushi recently conquered his competition at a national event in St. Louis, Mo., for amateur MMA fighters, winning the tournament for his weight class and catching the eye of those associated with the global competition.

“I can’t talk about it without a huge smile on my face because it’s all of my dreams coming together,” said Agushi, who will be joined in Las Vegas by premier athletes in his sport

from 33 different countries around the globe. “I want to be the best at everything I do.”

Agushi, 27, grew up in Lake Thunderbird helping his father with strenuous yard work and defending himself from his brother, Adam, as they wrestled around like their heroes on television.

“We were always cutting trees and hauling them up hills, so that built my strength when I was young; and my brother and I were just doing what the WWF guys did, and it became real,” said Agushi, who now lives in Princeton.

Agushi started competing in mixed martial arts on an amateur level as soon as he could when he turned 18, and said there have been many ups and downs, many wins and losses, during his adventure into the sport. After battling in more than 50 amateur fights and building a strong resume, the president of the International Mixed Martial Arts Federation called Agushi to ask if he

was interested in competing in Las Vegas, and his answer was obvious.

“Win, lose or draw, I’m going to be competing on national television and have the opportunity to meet thousands of professional fighters,” Agushi said, reiterating that it will be beyond anything he’s ever experienced to get a taste of the professional world on such a grand stage.

Agushi has no delusions about the brutality of MMA, and said it’s a tough sport to compete in. But he stressed his training has chiseled his body into a machine, and the support from his family and friends helps him push himself past his limits and keeps him swinging until the bell rings.

“When you get punched or kicked, it’s going to hurt, but you have to be mentally strong. You can’t just take two, three, four combinations and give up, but take them and then fire your own back,” he said, adding that he deliberately takes a few kicks and punches

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Sam Agushi of Princeton is heading to Las Vegas, where he will be competing as one of 12 representatives from the United States who will compete in the International Mixed Martial Arts Competition. Agushi heads to the competition after recently winning his weight class at an event in St. Louis, Mo. Agushi credits his athletic ability to wrestling around with his brother as a child, as well as working with his father doing strenuous yard work at the family home at Lake Thunderbird. At 27, Agushi admits to several ups and downs in his career, but showing his abilities on such a grand stage is beyond his wildest dreams. each day or has training partners push or pull on him during balance training, so that he’s forced to adjust. “If I get blasted in a fight, it’s going to throw my focus off, and you have to refocus quickly.”

Agushi, who avoids interaction with anyone for a few hours before each fight to clear his head, trains at the Bureau County Metro Center, as well as at Combat-Do with Master Bob Schirmer in Cicero. He attributes a well-rounded diet, a balanced approach in his technique and the encouragement from those around him as the greatest factors to his success.

“It’s not just kicking and punching or throwing knees and elbows, but a physical, mental, emotional and spiritual approach. It includes body and breathing control, running, jumping, swimming, balance and coordination,” said Agushi, who incorporates

gymnastics, tumbling, dance and weapon fighting into his art form. “The more you do the better you are going to be.

“Every fight is different, and you have to find your opponent’s weakness because although I love to train, I will try to end each fight as quickly as possible, as the body can only take so much,” Agushi said, adding the doors are endless concerning his future in the profession, especially if he is victorious in Las Vegas, and that he would enjoy teaching physical education after hopefully earning a successful professional resume.

“When I step into the ring, it’s ‘God, give me the strength. Don’t let me hold anything back,’” he said. “I don’t feel that I have to do this, but I’m on a path right now guided by a light, and I’m just following it.”

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ROEs serving schools in new offices Number of ROEs reduced from 44 to 35 SPRINGFIELD — Summer often means a time for Illinois educators to take a break and prepare for a new school year. For Illinois regional superintendents this year, summer means the hard work that goes into combining offices and doing more with less.

Illinois lawmakers in 2012 ordered consolidation of Regional Offices of Education from 44 to 35 offices statewide. The new combined offices were up for election last November, and the new officeholders and offices took over on July 1.

The leaders of the Regional Offices of Education have worked for many months to ensure the transition goes smoothly.

The consolidation process included combining staffs and office locations, coordinating programs with local school districts and shuffling management of some educational programs within the ROEs themselves.

Jeff Vose, who now heads the Sangamon-Menard ROE and is the new president of the Illinois Association of Regional Superintendents of Schools (IARSS), credited a selfless approach by his organization’s members to making for a seamless transition.

“It is never easy to lose members and change how you serve your districts,

but each of these regions and the many counties they serve have done it by putting what’s best for Illinois education first,” Vose said. “We have worked hard to ensure any complications are minimized and ask for our schools’ and the public’s patience as we go through a big transition these next few weeks. We look forward to working within our regions to put into practice our commitment to safety, support and success in classrooms around the state.”

Of the 13 new regions and counties combined under the consolidation, the following is the one pertinent to the local area.

For more information about the reorganization, visit the IARSS website at http://iarss.org/.

• Marshall, Putnam and LaSalle Counties Regional Superintendent – Christopher Dvorak. This ROE’s website is http://www. roe35.org/.

Dvorak said, “We are pleased to announce our Regional Office of Education consolidation of LaSalle, Marshall and Putnam counties. As of July 1, please contact the LMP Regional Office of Education for all of your educational needs. You may access a listing of staff members at our website.

Our talented and dedicated professional staff look forward to serving you. Service to this newly-formed region is our priority. If you have any questions about this consolidation, please contact our office at your convenience.”

(FEMA). The plan will be available on www.ncicg. org on July 15. Comments will be taken until July 29.

The meetings will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 15, at the Lacon City Hall, 406 Fifth St. and at 6 p.m. Thursday, July 16, at Spring Valley City Hall, 215 N. Greenwood St., Spring Valley.

In order for a county or municipality to receive federal funding for pre-disaster mitigation funds,

the county must have an adopted and approved Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan (NHMP). The purpose of a NHMP is to identify the types of natural hazards that impact a jurisdiction, to assess each jurisdiction’s vulnerability to those hazards, and to formulate mitigation strategies that will lessen the severity of natural disasters by protecting human

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NCICG is a regional planning agency that provides administrative assistance to local governments. For more information about the Bureau, LaSalle, Marshall, Putnam and Stark counties Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan 2014, contact Kendall Cramer at 815-433-5830 or at kcramer@ncicg.org.

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had no merit and that Marquis Energy had been incorrectly appraised by Pomykacz.

“Illinois Valley Community College paid Mr. Pomykacz $25,000 to appraise the Marquis Energy property, a fee which is almost twice that charged

by Illinois appraisers. Mr. Pomykacz appraised the Marquis Energy property at almost double the national average for similar ethanol plants,” the Marquis Energy press release stated. “Mr. Pomykacz did his appraisal without ever coming to Hennepin to view the Marquis Energy property.”

the Marquis Energy press release stated. “The order came out of a complaint that was filed by the department against Mr. Pomykacz for errors and omissions in his appraisal of the Marquis Energy property. A two-day hearing was held on the complaint last November.”

When contacted for this story, both IVCC and Pomykacz declined to comment.

Throughout the lawsuit, Mark Marquis was vocal in his belief the lawsuit

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June 18 Kayla A. Harvey and Collin D. Seibert to Christian J. Carboni; Lot 67, village of Standard; $56,000.

June 19 Leonard Trovero Sr. to Leonard J. Trovero and Leonard J. Trovero Jr. as co-trustees; seven parcels of land; exempt.

James G. Johnson and Christene A. Johnson to James M. Fiedler and Staci A. Fiedler; Lot 535, Lake Thunderbird Woods Three; $166,000.

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NCICG to present NHMP draft North Central Illinois Council of Governments (NCICG) will host two meetings to present to the public the draft of the 2015 Bureau, LaSalle, Marshall, Putnam and Stark counties Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (NHMP).

The public is invited to attend to learn about the plan and to provide feedback on the update before it is submitted for approval by the Federal Emergency Management Agency

The following property transfers were recently recorded in the office of the Putnam County Recorder of Deeds.

June 12 Spring Valley Boat Club Inc. to The People of the State of Illinois, Department of Transportation; two tracts of rural property; exempt.

June 16 James G. Weber and Mary Alice Martinez to Burton J. Brooks and Susan E. Brooks; Lot 7; Lake Thunderbird Woods; $5000.

Christopher R. Bruch to Joseph Sibigtroth and Jennifer Cox; Lot 9 and 10, Block 1; Joel W. Hopkins Addition, village of Gran-

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Equality From Page 1 Sonia Sotomayor completed the majority vote with Kennedy.

“No union is more profound than marriage,” Kennedy wrote, according to several accounts of the decision.

Those people who have asked for the right to marry “reveal that they seek not to denigrate marriage but rather to live their lives, or honor their spouses’ memory, joined by its bond,” Kennedy said.

While the four justices who voted against the action each wrote opinions that explained their views, collectively they believe the states and their respective constituents should decide the marriage question.

“This court is not a legislature. Whether same-sex marriage is a good idea should be of no concern to us,” Chief Justice John Roberts wrote. “If you are among the many Americans — of whatever sexual orientation — who favor expanding same-sex marriage, by all means celebrate today’s decision. But do not celebrate the Constitution. It had nothing to do with it.”

The Supreme Court’s decision will not become law immediately because the court allows about three weeks for those who want to ask the court to reconsider.

Fair From Page 1 exhibit from Bloomington Children’s Discovery featuring static electricity and lightning; wind cars; carnival games; face painting; inflatables; 4-H robotics demonstrations; pony rides; a petting zoo; a balloon artist and the Illinois Rail Band.

There will also be more of the NASCAR simulator, “Imagination Acres;” the BMX shows and craft and vendor exhibits. The highlight of the night will be the “Broken Horn” rodeo at 7 p.m. featuring seven professional events; bareback riding; tie down roping; steer wrestling; saddle bronc riding; barrel racing; team roping; and bull riding. The rodeo will also include an amateur event — stick horse racing, with brave children from the audience saddling up for a high speed lap around the track during intermission.

Friday, July 10 is “SiloSlide Friday.” Livestock judging will continue, as will the NASCAR simulator, “Imagination Acres,” and commercial exhibits and the BMX stunt shows. Take a stroll down memory lane by visiting the antique tractor show which will be on display throughout the day.

Three contests will take place; “Barnyard Follies,” “Crazy Cookie Decorating” and “The Barnyard Search.” In the Ag tent,

Local reaction to the Supreme Court’s decision

By Terri Simon

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Dave Cook

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Same-sex marriages in Illinois have been legally recognized since former Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn signed a law on Nov. 20, 2013. That law took effect on June 1, 2014.

Prior to the legalization of same-sex marriages, Quinn had signed legislation to establish civil unions on Jan. 31, 2011, and that law became effective on June 1, 2011. That legislation allowed same-sex and opposite-sex couples to form a civil union which the state would recognize that would be similar to legal relationships in other jurisdictions.

While the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling on Friday, June 26, made same-sex marriages legal in all 50 states, several accounts of the ruling also mention the challenges of the court’s 5-4 decision and how it relates to religious liberties. Of the four U.S. Supreme Court justices who voted no, they basically focus on three particular issues which could present challenges and political issues: 1.

Gay adoption; 2. The tax-exempt status of religious entities that wish to discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation; and 3. The obligation of religious entities and/or individual to recognize and/or perform same-sex marriages.

The Putnam County Record contacted five different churches and/or their pastors on Monday, June 29. Of those five churches, three did not return telephone calls to the PCR by press time.

One pastor spoke off the record and did not want his comments made public. Pastor Terry Broady of Putnam Christian Church in Putnam was the only one who agreed to be quoted.

“We are very concerned about it, and we are against it,” said Broady.

Editor’s note: Anyone wishing to make comments on the Supreme Court’s decision is urged to write a Letter to the Editor. It should be emailed to news@putnamcountyrecord.com.

there will be an “Ag Fun Things to Make and Take” event from 4 to 6 p.m..

The highlight of Friday will be the spectacle of twisted metal and leaking radiators known as the “Demolition Derby” at 7 p.m. Afterwards, a DJ will be spinning music in the activity building from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Saturday, July 11 is “Horsepower Saturday.”

Livestock judging continues as does the antique tractor show, “Imagination Acres,” NASCAR simulator, BMX stunt riding and the craft vendor and commercial exhibits. Contests will include “Down in the Barn,” “Cutest Little Farmer,” “Ponytails,” “Decorated Diaper” and “Potato Decorating.” The third annual Robin Moreland Memorial Speed Show will begin with exhibition barrel racing in the horse arena at 8 a.m. Barrel racing, pole bending and flag racing begin at 10 a.m. A kiddie tractor pull starts at 1 p.m. The “Dance Central” performance team will perform in the Hunt building at 4 p.m. followed by a concert from the “M-P-S Show Choir” at 5 p.m..

Saturday’s highlight will begin at 6 p.m. with the Pro Pulling League’s Tractor and Truck Pull, sponsored by Lucas Oil, featuring seven classes on two tracks. This is a four time “National Event of the Year” winner. Afterward, live music will be

featured in the activity building from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Sunday, July 12 is “Harvest Sunday.” Livestock judging continues as does the antique tractor show, “Imagination Acres,” “Ag Fun Things to Make and Take,” the NASCAR simulator, BMX stunt riding and the craft vendor and commercial exhibits.

Exhibitors can start the day off with a full stomach by visiting the “Exhibitor’s Breakfast” from 7 to 10 a.m. in the activity building. An ecumenical church service begins at 8 a.m. in the Hunt building.

The horse show starts at 8 a.m. in the arena. The “Chain Saw Carving Auction” starts at 11 a.m. in the activity building. The car, truck and motorcycle show is from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the southeast area of the fairgrounds. The “Caddyshack Classic” golf cart parade begins at 2:30 p.m.. The “Marshall-Putnam Bocce Ball Tournament” begins at 12:30 p.m. in the activity building. A talent contest starts at 1 p.m. in the Hunt building. Registration for the “Crops for College” tractor drive begins at 10 a.m., departs at 11 a.m. and returns at 1 p.m. The fair ends with local farmers getting a chance to see who can pull the most during the “Farm Stock Tractor/Truck Pull” at 3 p.m.

For full details, visit www.marshallputnamfair.org.

Economic contribution study says ag is critical to Illinois’ well-being BLOOMINGTON — A new study of agriculture in Illinois shows agriculture is a critical component of Illinois’ overall economic well-being, contributing about $120.9 billion of total economic output — more than several other Illinois industries, including the financial, transportation and construction industries.

The study, commissioned by the Illinois Livestock Development Group (ILDG) with cooperation from Illinois Corn Marketing Board (ICMB), Illinois Farm Bureau (IFB), and Illinois Soybean Association (ISA), was conducted by Decision Innovation Solutions (DIS) of Urbandale, Iowa. The analysis is based on a combination of datasets from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) 2012 Census of Agriculture and the IMPLAN modeling system.

“We’re happy to have the opportunity to partner with so many of Illinois’ commodity groups to have this study done,” said Jim Fraley, coordinator, ILDG. “It really confirms what farmers and farm organizations have long asserted — that Illinois agriculture is integral to our state’s economy. Agriculture is so closely connected to a large set of related industries that a jolt to any one of them would have significant negative effects.”

“Illinois farmers were the top soybean producing state for the second year in a row in 2014 and the Illinois Agriculture Economic Contribution Study reinforces the economic value Illinois soybean farmers provide to the state, both in urban and rural areas,” added Duane Dahlman, soybean farmer from Marengo, and ISA Marketing Committee chairman.

“ISA became involved with this study to help reinforce Illinois’ role as a leading agriculture state.”

Key findings in the study include: • In 2012, production agriculture and agriculture-related industries accounted for 432,831 jobs, or about one in every 17 jobs in Illinois.

• Twenty-four of Illinois’ counties derive at least one-third of their total output from agriculture and agriculture-related industries.

• Twelve of Illinois’ counties derive at least one-fifth of their total jobs from agriculture and agriculture-related industries.

• Crop farming is a significant part of agriculture’s economic contribution. Statewide output attributed to crop production and further processing is more than $56.7 billion and is responsible for 197,353 jobs.

• Livestock farming also is a significant part of agriculture’s economic contribution. Statewide

output attributed to livestock production and further processing is $14.1 billion and is responsible for 52,124 jobs.

“When we have a handle on the positive economic contributions that Illinois’ family farmers bring to their communities locally, and at the state level, we can put into perspective the true value of changes in policies and regulations at all levels,” explained Lou Lamoreux, a grain and livestock farmer who also is ICMB chairman. “Given the changes recently in the farm economy and the outlook for a few tough years on the way, the data in this study should be carefully considered and shared within agriculture and beyond.”

The study also includes information about Illinois output by industry, Illinois jobs by industry, and Illinois total value added by industry. Additionally, the analysis includes information regarding which counties and Illinois Congressional districts derive the largest share of the jobs and economic output from agriculture and related industries. All of the information is expressed as both numbers and percentages.

The complete study can be found at http://www. decision-innovation. com/economic-impact/ case-study-illinois-agricultural-economic-contribution.aspx.

USDA celebrates National Homeownership Month

CHAMPAIGN — USDA is celebrating National Homeownership Month by shining a spotlight on Rural Development’s ongoing role in helping residents of America’s small towns and cities purchase homes in rural areas.

“The old adage, ‘Home is where the heart is,’ means your true home is with the person or in the place that you long to be,” said Colleen Callahan, Illinois Rural Development director. “That’s one reason home ownership is called the American Dream. Beyond that, home ownership provides a strong foundation to help build household wealth, start a business or fund education through home equity. Those are impacts that benefit the family, their community and our entire society.”

Since the creation of USDA’s single-family housing programs in 1949, USDA has helped nearly 3.9 million rural residents achieve the American dream of homeownership — nearly 900,000 of those in the last years. In 2014 alone, USDA invested more than $19.9 billion to help nearly 140,000 rural

families buy and maintain homes.

“We’re always conscious that behind every number are real people, real families and real stories of challenge and success,” said Barry Ramsey, Illinois Housing Program director. “I love what I do each day, and that’s helping people finance a good place to call home.”

In Illinois during Fiscal Year 2014, assistance from Rural Development helped: · More than 4,150 families who were able to purchase a home or refinance into a more affordable loan · 420 very low income homeowners who were assisted with repair loans and grants · 7,015 very low income households who were assisted with rent support (61 percent were elderly or disabled) Following are Rural Development programs that support rural homeownership. You can find more information on each one at www.rd.usda. gov/v.

• Direct home loans for low- and very-low-income applicants. Payment assistance is provided that can lower the loan interest rate

to as low as one percent.

• Loan guarantees for moderate-income families. Rural Development works with private-sector lenders to back the lenders’ loans.

• Home repair loans and grants to help rural homeowners make improvements or repairs.

Examples include making homes accessible for people with disabilities or removing health and safety hazards such as poor wiring or plumbing.

For more information on these and other programs, you can also contact the Illinois Rural Development State Office at 217-403-6202 or the Illinois field office nearest you: Ottawa – 815-4330551, ext. 4; Princeton – 815-875-8732, ext. 4.

USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. To file a complaint of discrimination, write: USDA, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call 866-632-9992 (toll-free customer service), 800877-8339 (local or federal relay), 866-377-8642 (relay voice users).

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Obituaries Travis DeWolfe MAGNOLIA — Travis R. DeWolfe, 9, of Magnolia passed away at 7:21 a.m. Tuesday, June 30, 2015, at his residence.

Travis was born April 15, 2006, in Peoria to Travis and Stephanie (Nimmo) DeWolfe. They survive.

He enjoyed listening to music, playing with his light-up toys and his beloved Chihuahua, Paco.

Travy loved to spend time with his family, and absolutely adored his little sister. He will be missed and cherished beyond words by

Elmer Schrowang PERU — Elmer H. Schrowang, 83, of Peru died peacefully at home surrounded by his children on Saturday, July 4, 2015.

Elmer was born in Granville on Aug. 8, 1931, to August and Christine (Wege) Schrowang. He married Mary E. Freebern in Peoria on March 22, 1951.

He was a farmer and worked at Maze Nails in Peru as a machinist until retirement.

He was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Peru, Spring Creek Golf Course and the quilting club of the church where he made 1,103 quilt tops. He was an avid Green Bay Packer and St. Louis Cardinal fan. He enjoyed bowling, wood working and golfing, and shot three holes-in-one

Leslie Bianchi GRANVILLE — Leslie Charles Bianchi, 73, of Granville died Wednesday, July 1, 2015, at his residence with his loving family by his side.

Les was born July 9, 1941, in Peru to Charles and Valentina (Bosi) Bianchi. He married Hazel Paris on Nov. 28, 1964. Hazel died May 29, 2002. He married Phyllis Cordes on Sept. 3, 2007.

He graduated from Hall High School, Class of 1959. Les worked

Norma Tarnowski GRANVILLE — Norma J. Tarnowski, 79, of Granville passed away Saturday, June 27, 2015, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.

She was born Feb. 5, 1936, in LaSalle to James and Edith (Almquist) Freebern. She married Bernard Tarnowski on June 9, 1956, in Chicago.

those who knew him.

He touched many lives in so many ways in his short time here with us.

Also surviving is his sister, Marley (6); his maternal grandparDeWolfe ents, Jerra and Wayne Withers of Magnolia; his paternal grandparents, Rick and Debbie DeWolfe of Plant City, Fla.; one uncle, Robert (Lindsay) Nimmo III of Windsor, Colo.; and one aunt, Ashley DeWolfe of Bradenton, Fla. Travis was preceded in death by

his infant twin brother, Tyler J. DeWolfe; and his maternal grandfather, Robert Nimmo Jr. A memorial service for Travis was held Friday, July 3, at Deiters Funeral Home and Crematory in East Peoria with Pastor Kurt Mews officiating. Visitation was held prior to the service.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Make a Wish Foundation, Illinois.

Travis’ memorial website is available at www.deitersfuneralhome. com, where online condolences may also be sent to the family.

at Spring Creek. His true love was his wife, Mary. They enjoyed traveling together.

He is survived by three daughters, Christine (David) Znaniecki of Peru, Schrowang Virginia Taylor of Mendota and Cindy Wagner of Peru; two sons, Michael (Tamara) Schrowang of McNabb and Russell (Sue) Schrowang of Georgetown, Texas; 16 grandchildren; five stepgrandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; two sisters, Elinor Baughn of Peru and Ilene Shaw of Dalzell; and three brothers, Howard Schrowang of Granville, Lloyd (Loretta) Schrowang and Edward (Nancy) Schrowang of the state of Washington.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary, on March 23, 2012; his parents; and two grandchildren, Samantha and Anthony.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 9, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Peru with the Rev. Timothy Kenyon officiating.

Burial will be in the Peru City Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, in the Hurst Funeral Home in LaSalle and from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday, July 9, in the church.

Pallbearers will be his grandchildren, Jessica Heitz, Patricia Walters, Kathryn Witek, John Wagner, Rayna, Jalen and Kaden Baker.

Online condolences may be viewed and remembrances shared at www.hurstfuneralhomes.com.

for Sundstrand for 22 years. Les retired from Caterpillar, Pontiac, Ill., plant in 2004.

Surviving are his wife, Phyllis (Cordes) of Granville; two daughters, Kathy Bianchi of Bianchi Mexico City, Mexico, and Gina Bianchi of Normal; one stepdaughter, Ashley (John) Ellena of Standard; two grandsons, Caden and Joey Ellena; and one brother, Robert (Gloria) Bianchi, and a niece, Brittany of North Carolina.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held Saturday, July 4, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Granville with Fr. Duane Leclercq officiating. Burial was in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery.

Visitation was held Saturday, July 4, at the Dysart-Cofoid Funeral Chapel in Granville.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be directed to the Children’s Hospital of Illinois, Peoria, or VITAS Healthcare of LaSalle.

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

She enjoyed reading, gardening and spending time with her children and grandchildren.

Surviving are one daughter, Susan (Jim) Hewitt of Granville; one son, David (Penny) Tarnowski of Peru; five grandchildren, Jimi Tarnowski, Nick (Lisa) Tarnowski, Rachel (Nate) Mata, Megan Hewitt and Jimmy Hewitt; and four great-grandchildren, Athena and Alec Tarnowski,

and David and Liam Mata.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Bernard, in 2007; and brothers and sisters.

A memorial service was held Friday, July 3, in Helmer-Shields Funeral Home, Granville. Burial will be at a later date. Honorary pallbearers will be her grandchildren.

Memorials may be directed to the family.

••• The deadline for obituaries to be published in the Putnam County Record is 9 a.m. Monday.

Obituaries are also published online at www.putnamcountyrecord.com

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Police have revealed that the driver of the vehicle was Nicki L. Keeney, 31, of Granger, Ind. According to the crash report, a trooper checking a disabled vehicle on Interstate 80 near Mile Marker 77

noticed tire tracks departing the roadway down a steep ravine.

The trooper located a red 2002 Pontiac Coupe approximately 500 feet off the interstate. The vehicle had struck a tree, and Keeney, who appeared to have been ejected from the vehicle, was located near the car.

ISP was assisted by the LaSalle County Coroner’s Office.

ISP announces Roadside Safety Check results LASALLE — The Illinois State Police (ISP) announced the results of a Roadside Safety Check (RSC) held during the late evening hours of Saturday, June 20, and the early morning hours of Sunday, June 21.

The detail was conducted on Route 71 near Route 6 by ISP District 17 officers.

Alcohol is involved in nearly 40 percent of fatal crashes in Illinois. RSCs are designed to remove alcohol-impaired drivers, however when other violations are observed such as driving with a suspended or revoked license, operating a vehicle without a valid

registration or insurance or safety belt violations, enforcement action may be taken.

The following citations were issued at the safety check: There were two citations and two warnings issued for registration offenses; four citations and three warnings issued for driver’s license offenses and four citations issued for occupant restraint offenses. There were 15 total citations/arrests made and 10 total written warnings.

This project was funded through the Illinois Department of Transportation, Division of Transportation Safety.

Putnam County Circuit Court The following fines and sentences were recently assessed in Putnam County Circuit Court.

Seat belt required/driver Lester E. Scoggan, 75, Coatesville, Ind., fined $60.

Fail right of way/intersection Mark A. Thompson, 19, Granville, fined $120.

Stop/stand/park/ non-business district Stephanie V. Fusinato, 45, McNabb, fined $120.

Head/tail/sidelight/1st, 2nd Brianna N. Brooks, 19, Hennepin, fined $120.

Violation license class 1st and 2nd division Donald E. Scott, 25, Streator, fined $210.

Operating watercraft without P.F.D.

David E. Bohm, 43, Sheffield, fined $120.

Brian S. Claudnic, 38, LaSalle, fined $120.

Driving 11-14 mph above limit Jennifer G. Cox, 36, LaSalle, fined $120.

Driving 15-20 mph above limit Nathan I. Castelli, 22, Ottawa, fined $120.

Dustin G. Feddericke, 36, Henry, fined $120.

Manasa Gavani, 29, Peoria, fined $120.

Kamal Kishore, 51, Peoria, fined $120.

Jorge L. Laguardia, 52, Lombard, fined $120.

Sarah L. Mustered, 34, Ottawa, fined $120.

Emily J. Znaniecki, 21, Oglesby, fined $120.

Brittney A. Elliot, 25, Tiskilwa, fined $120.

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The Editorial Page

What to write ... what to write?

My pet peeves

Sam R Fisher

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Editor

Climbing the Walls About 23 years ago, I began writing “Climbing the Walls.” Reading our local paper late one night, I thought the owner needed some filler on occasions when he had space to fill. The next morning, with my typed article clutched in my hand (you have to remember technology was not as advanced as it is today), I stopped in at the news office.

I handed the COMMENTARY article to the owner and told him he could use it whenever he needed to fill space.

He glanced down at the article; he then asked, “You want to call it ‘Climbing the Walls?’” I replied, “Yes, it’s been my experience that your kids will make you climb the walls, but your husband will drive you up the wall.” That was the first of his big, booming laughs I would hear throughout the almost five years I wrote the column.

I stopped writing because my life was busy with working full time, serving on the Henry City Council, raising nine kids and renovating our Victorian house.

Now retired, I babysit with grandchildren and am still working on the old house. Built in 1868, the house has approximately 4,000 square feet, counting the former servant’s quarters in the basement.

The house looked good back in 2005 after I had fixed up the main rooms on the first floor. I was probably in the best shape in years, too, after all of that physical labor.

Now, at the age of 68, I’m beginning to notice the pull of gravity is greater than ever in my lifetime. So many things seem to be sagging — my favorite chair, my bed and my skin. If someone waves to me and I wave back, the skin on my arms is flapping in the breeze like clothes on a clothesline. Not that I’m complaining; I just have to be careful and not wave too hard or else I will probably suffer a blow to the face.

I rocked all of my babies for their naps and have continued to do so with our grandchildren. Our youngest grandchild, 2-year-old Kacey, enjoys singing along with me as we rock. We sang Christmas songs in the fall and winter. I began to realize that we needed to add to our song list with non-holiday songs.

One day while Kacey and I were waiting at the grade school to pick up her cousins, Landon and Maddy, Someone’s in the Kitchen was making a delivery at a house nearby. That made me think of that old tune so I began singing it. She loved it so I began singing it again when all three kids and I were heading out of the school’s parking lot. The kids kept telling me to sing it again. So I did, belting it loud and clear so they could learn some of the words. Traffic was crawling in the parking lot and also the street after leaving the school. I had to stop and wait for kids to cross, and parents were walking slow on the sidewalk, too. Halfway down the block, I remembered that I had my front windows rolled down partway.

There is no doubt that my booming voice was heard by many.

Kacey now knows “God Bless America,” “Dixie” and a few other old songs. I was so surprised how fast she began singing them. There are two songs, however, I won’t be teaching her: “99 Bottles of Beer on the Wall” and “Roll Out the Barrel.”

Tami McCracken Crawley is a mother of nine and avid quilter living in Henry. She may be reached at tamimccracken@yahoo.com.

Tami McCracken Crawley

First Amendment “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof, or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press, or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances.”

Constitution of the United States, 1789

Before I started here full time, I had been asked to write a guest column. I wavered on the commitment, but was intrigued. I spent a couple of months tossing around ideas while regularly promising the editor I wasn’t blowing her off and was trying to think of something which would gel into a topic.

It was intimidating, but I settled on the topic of my last column, classic films.

During my first few days here, my editor was merciful and gave me more than a month before it was due. I spent most of the first week trying to keep up with everything new. However, being ambitious, I decided by the end of my first week I was going to write my column. Getting it done early would be a confidence booster and also give me extra time to consider the next topic. I was relieved when my editor liked it, but then she said “You’re still on the rotation for July.” My industriousness and ambition had backfired.

My first month here has been great fun, but it hasn’t left much time for thought toward a personal column. My deadline crept closer, and there weren’t many, if any, ideas forming. Being given a topic, or at least pointed in the general direction of one, is much easier than pulling one out of thin air.

I’ve realized my column will be my greatest monthly challenge.

My wife suggested writing about dogs. Everyone who knows me knows it’s a topic which is inevitable. “You could write about how dogs are the best pets,” she said.

“Are they?” I jokingly replied, as my smallest dog sat nose-to-nose and licked my glasses. I felt writing about dogs was a “life line” topic; I wanted to save it for when I really needed it. So, I continued to think.

With the deadline looming and a bit of panic rising, I got online and started looking at writing prompts for ideas. When I got to a section

Dave Cook COMMENTARY

titled “Things of three” I read the first question and smiled at my immediate answer. I read the second question and laughed because the answer was the same.

The first question was “If you had to evacuate your home because of a natural disaster, what three things would you take with you?” My first thought was of my three dogs. The second question was “What are three pet peeves?.”

I had my topic, dogs it is. They excel at being peeves.

Of course I’d take my dogs during a natural disaster, most pet owners would. They are deeply loved family members who I interact with daily. Sometimes it’s more interaction than I’d prefer, but they are persistent ... I’ll give them that. They’re my good friends; each one has their own personality and quirks; but there is always the inherent dogness present as well. “Dogness” may not be an officially recognized word, but it should be. It’s a perfect way to describe their nature, and all dog owners can relate. I could write a column about each of them and the respective chaos they have brought to my life. They are masters in the fine arts of escapades, hi-jinks and shenanigans. You could also say they’re like my roommates, which brings us to the realm of the aforementioned pet peeves.

Most wouldn’t tolerate a roommate who subjected them to things a dog does. I’ll avoid the most unpleasant, but we’ll cover a few things. I don’t appreciate it when my dogs wipe their feet on my pants, but I’ve tolerated it for years. I’ve learned how to anticipate and avoid things like this, but my success rate is far from stellar.

Dogs rarely miss an opportunity to exploit your forgetfulness. Imagine

a roommate who was wet from a bath, getting caught in the rain or from rolling in “something” they found. They see your open bedroom door, the fresh, clean sheets on the bed and then decide to dry themselves off by rolling around on your bed, giving special attention to your pillow. Or, after eating and drinking, and rather sloppily, too, they happily approached you with thanks and then proceeded to wipe their face on your lap, leaving it covered with bits of food and wet slobber. There are many more examples available, but perhaps I’ll save those for another day.

There are special peeves for each size of dog, too. My big dogs have caused wear and tear to my body over the years from what has felt like earnest attempts to rip my arms off while I’m holding their leashes. I’ve endured it because I understand the constant threat of a neighborhood squirrel invasion; constant vigilance is imperative.

My smaller dogs are great at knowing exactly where to step or jump on me in order to cause maximum discomfort. There’s too much accuracy to be coincidence. I’ll be sleeping with my smallest dog, who is an excellent foot warmer on cold winter nights, and while she has the whole bed to choose from, she will unfailingly decide to walk across my head and if possible, step on my throat if she gets up to change position. There have also been those quick extractions from dreamland caused by midnight sneezes in my face.

There are, though, far more positive aspects to living with canine friends than negative. I’m sure I do things that annoy them as well. But, they always forgive me, as I do them. It shows the power of their overwhelmingly positive charisma and capacity for love. As Samuel L. Jackson said in the film “Pulp Fiction,” “... a dog’s got personality. Personality goes a long way.”

Putnam County Record Staff Writer Dave Cook can be reached at news@putnamcountyrecord. com.

TO Letter THE Editor

We demand change To the Editor, On March 6 and March 11, I saw that the News Tribune ran two letters to Illinois Valley taxpayers’ written by Mark Marquis, president of Marquis Energy. Both of these letters outlined legal actions that IVCC pursued against Putnam County, the Putnam County Real Estate Tax Board of Review, the Putnam County Clerk, the Putnam County Treasurer and Marquis Energy. After more than four years and nearly one million dollars of wasted taxpayer money, IVCC has dismissed its legal actions with no recovery for IVCC. IVCC also paid New Jersey real estate appraiser Mark Pomykacz $25,000 to appraise the Marquis Energy ethanol plant in Hennepin, Illinois. On June 2, as a result of errors, omissions and misstatements in that appraisal, the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation issued a reprimand on his file and ordered him to pay a $10,000 fine.

Although the college decided to stop pursuing legal action on April 16, and received no recovery whatsoever, the college counsel, Walt Zukowski, still ended up getting paid almost $775,000 in attorney’s fees for the case. Unbelievably, on

Letters policy Letters to the Editor should not be more than 500 words in length.

Only one person can sign a Letter to the Editor. The author of the letter must include his/her name, hometown and telephone number. The author’s name and hometown will be published, however, the telephone number is only used to verify the authenticity of the author’s signature and will not be published. Unsigned letters are never read or published.

No letter will be published until The Putnam County Record contacts the author of the letter to verify the signature. The Putnam County Record reserves the right to edit or refuse any Letter to the Editor.

May 5, the (IVCC) Board of Trustees voted unanimously to keep attorney Walt Zukowski as college counsel.

As a citizen who pays taxes into the IVCC taxing district, it is absolutely outrageous to me that this happened, and no one is being held accountable. As a businessman, it is infuriating to me that our local community college is exhibiting such poor judgment and a lack of general business acumen. In fact, it appears that the board has chosen to sweep this issue under the rug and disregard the mismanagement by both President Jerry Corcoran and poor performance of Walt Zukowski.

As a result, we, the Illinois residents, will no longer stand idly by and have decided to take things

into our own hands with the “Petition to Stop the Mismanagement and Waste of Taxpayer Funds at Illinois Valley Community College.” More than 1,700 Illinois residents have signed the petition and “demand that the IVCC Board of Trustees immediately replace President Jerry Corcoran and Attorney Walt Zukowski.”

We will no longer stand for this waste of money and mismanagement of taxpayer funds. The citizens have spoken. Will the board choose to listen?

Join me at 6:30 p.m. on July 9 at the board meeting in Room C307 at the Illinois Valley Community College to find out.

Bill Mennie, president, Mennie Machine Co. Mark

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Fireworks and fair queens Images from the Fourth of July celebration in Hennepin and the Marshall-Putnam County Fair Queen pageant PCR photos/Lori Boekeloo and Shannon Serpette

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Community Kiddie tractor pull is July 11 at M-P Fair HENRY — All children aged 13 and younger are invited to participate in the kiddie tractor pull on Saturday, July 11, at the Marshall-Putnam Fair.

Participation is only a $1.

All participants will receive a certificate with the distance that they pulled, and the first 100 contestants will receive a ribbon. The

Top 2 pullers of each age group will also earn a trophy. Age categories are as follows: 4 and under, 5-7, 8-10 and 11-13.

Registration starts at 1 p.m. All participants should be present at the pulling location at 1:20 p.m. to participate. Pulling will begin approximately at 1:30 p.m.

4-H Federation will sponsor blood drive HENRY — The Marshall-Putnam 4-H Federation will sponsor a blood drive during the 4-H show on Wednesday, July 15, from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the Annex Building at the Marshall-Putnam Fairgrounds in Henry. To schedule an appointment, call the Extension office at 309-364-2356.

A blood donor card or driver’s license, or two other forms of identification are required at checkin. Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with paren-

tal permission), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood.

High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

The blood drive is just one of the special events being held during the Marshall-Putnam 4-H Show.

For complete show details, contact the University of Illinois Extension office, Marshall-Putnam Unit at 309-364-2356.

Grief and loss support group to meet July 13 PRINCETON — Bureau Valley Volunteer Hospice will host its monthly grief and loss support group at 2:30 p.m. Tues-

day, July 13, in the chapel at Perry Memorial Hospital in Princeton. Anyone that has lost a loved one is invited to attend.

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Stonier scholarship recipients announced GRANVILLE — The Granville National Bank, trustee for the I.F. Doug Stonier/Ella Stonier Educational Trust, has been notified of the winners for the trust’s 2015-16 scholarship. They are: Mary Claire Griffith, the daughter of Trent and Jan Griffith of Granville; Kristin Holmbeck, the daughter of Dave and Thelma Holmbeck of Hennepin; Richard Kinczewski, the son of David and Wendy Kinczewski of Granville; Nicholas Lenkaitis,

ability. They must be residents of Putnam County and meet other criteria set up under Stonier’s will.

Each recipient will receive $2,230 for the 2015-16 academic year.

This scholarship fund was set up in the will of I. F. Stonier, a Putnam County businessman for many years. The selection committee consists of the trust’s attorney, one Putnam County School District 535 administrator and one community member.

Trey Schorn named scholarship winner GRANVILLE — The Granville National Bank, trustee for the Erna A Moews Educational Trust, has been notified of the winner for the trust’s 2015-16 scholarship. This year’s scholarship winner is Trey Schorn, the son of Dale and Carey Schorn of Granville.

Schorn was chosen on the con-

sideration of scholarship and community service activities. One must be a resident of Granville Township and meet other criteria set up under the Erna Moews will. He will receive $1,080 for the 2015-20 academic year.

Schorn was chosen by a committee which consists of the local school district superintendent and

one other school administrator.

The committee makes awards to those students who are enrolled in the College of Architecture or the College of Fine Arts, or any college in which the applicant will be working toward a degree with a major in any science, mathematics or computer degree.

Back to school registration information GRANVILLE — Registration for all students, prekindergarten through high school, will be Thursday, July 30, and Friday, July 31, at Putnam County High School. Hours will be 9 a.m. to noon and 1:30 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, and from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday.

All families registering for school this year are encouraged to bring two forms as proof of residency. There will be no exceptions. Acceptable forms for proof of residency will be any utility bill, real estate tax bill, voter registration card, driver’s license and cell phone bill.

Parents are urged to register and pay fees on these dates. Late registration will be held during the week of Aug. 3-7 at each school. Parents who miss the July 30 and 31 registrations will need to register at the school at which their child will attend.

Registration packets include emergency forms. Federal law now requires all children from age 5 to have a Social Security number. This information should be available when registering.

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Education Briefs Parkland College announces spring 2015 graduates CHAMPAIGN — Parkland College has announced Mary Liesse of Peru and Austin Smith of Peru were among the spring 2015 graduates.

NIU releases spring 2015 dean’s list DEKALB — Northern Illinois University in DeKalb has released the spring 2015 dean’s list. Area students included on the list were: Michayla Fassino of Peru and Tertia Jeppson of Peru.

Peterson receives degree from Bradley University PEORIA — Joshua Peterson of Hennepin received a Bachelor of Science degree, with summa cum laude honors, from Bradley University during commencement ceremonies on May 16. To achieve summa cum laude honors, a student must achieve a 3.8 or better grade point average on a 4.0 scale.

semester dean’s list. Local students include: Alex Pettis of Putnam, Calen Barnes of Henry, Sara Domkuski of Henry, Leia Hastings of Henry, Lindsey Kirwin of Henry and Megan Thurman of Henry.

Manahan named to president’s list EAST PEORIA — Brooke Manahan of Granville was named to the president’s list at Illinois Central College for earning a 4.0 grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) during the Spring 2015 semester.

Augustana College releases 2015 spring dean’s list ROCK ISLAND — Augustana College announced 892 students were named to the dean’s list for the 2015 spring term.

Students who have earned this academic honor have maintained a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher on a four-point scale for courses taken during the term.

Area students included on the list were Gregory Goodman of Peru, Heather Maze of Peru, Andrew Pypno of Peru, Martin Riva of Mark and Abigail Smith of Peru.

ICC announces dean’s list honors EAST PEORIA — Illinois Central College presented its Spring 2015 dean’s list honors to students who earned a grade point average of 3.5 to 3.99 on a 4.0 scale.

Area students included on the list were Eric Bulak of Peru and Alex Pettis of Putnam.

Illinois Central College announce president’s and dean’s list EAST PEORIA — Illinois Central College students receiving a perfect 4.0 grade point average were honored by being named to the 2015 spring semester president’s list. Local students include: Kasara Bachman of Henry and Tiffany LeQuia of Henry.

Students receiving a grade point average of 3.5 to 3.99 were honored by being named to the 2015 spring

Two area students named to Ashford University dean’s list CLINTON, Iowa — Shelby Yepsen of Granville and Ashley Wright of Putnam were named to the spring 2015 dean’s list at Ashford University in Clinton, Iowa.

Both Yepsen and Wright completed six or more credits and received a grade point average of 3.5 or above during the semester ending on May 8.

McKendree University releases president’s list LEBANON — Bradley Groleau of Peru and Joshua Tonozzi of Mark were named to the McKendree University president’s list for achieving a perfect 4.0 grade point average for the spring 2015 semester.

HENRY — The Four Seasons Gardening program from University of Illinois Extension continues with a session titled, “Where the Wild Things Grow- Native Plants.”

The program is offered twice — at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 14, and again at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 16 (with a minimum of five registered participants required for the p.m. session). Both sessions will be presented via computer at the University of Illinois Extension Office in Henry.

This session is also available for home participation by pre-registering at http:// web.extension.illinois.edu/ hmrs/4seasons/.

Suburban gardens tie our home to the surrounding landscape, provide an outlet for artistic expression, are a source for natural beauty,

and offer refuge from a hectic and unpleasant world.

This presentation by horticulture educator Sonja Lallemand will introduce ideas on designing landscape with Illinois native plants that nurture and feed our little friends, bring you joy and require minimal care.

Learn how you can do your part in your own backyard.

This is the second session of the summer series. The next program, titled “Don’t Blame the Camera: How to Take Better Landscape Photos,” is set for 1:30 p.m.

Tuesday, July 28, and 6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 30.

The cost per session is $5. Advance registration is needed. For more information, call the Extension office at 309-364-2356.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate call 309-364-2356.

Community blood drive July 20 in McNabb MCNABB — New Hope Parish will host a Red Cross community blood drive from 1 to 6 p.m.

Monday, July 20, in Goldasich Hall at the McNabb Fire Station.

Donors are encouraged to register for an appointment but walk-ins are very

welcome as well. To make an appointment, call Lisa or Betty Johnson at 815882-2336 or call 800 RED CROSS, or schedule online at www.redcrossblood.org.

A photo ID is required, and there must have been 56 days between donations.

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IVSO announces new concert season OTTAWA — The newly elected president of the Illinois Valley Symphony Orchestra Board, Brian Holloway, dean of humanities, fine arts and social sciences at Illinois Valley Community College, has announced the IVSO’s 2015-16 concert season.

“We are very fortunate to have Lucia Matos for another outstanding season,” Holloway said. “Her work as music director and conductor, coupled with the skill and enthusiasm of our talented musicians, proudly carries on the 66-year legacy of providing fine music in the Illinois Valley.”

The upcoming season will include: • Sept. 26 at the IVCC Cultural Centre: an Afro-American Celebration, with guest artist Faye Seeman performing Ennanga for Harp and Orchestra by William Grant Still, plus music of Duke Ellington, spirituals and more.

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• Dec. 12 and 13 at the L-P High School Auditorium: Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker ballet, fully staged with dancers from Dance Center (LaSalle), Gray’s School of Dance (Ottawa), and Ottawa Dance Academy and Snowflake Chorus

by Parkside Concert Choir (Peru).

• March 12, 2016, at Ottawa High School Auditorium: the Young Performers concert, presenting winners of the 2016 IVSO competition and Schumann’s Symphony

No. 4.

• May 7, 2016, at the IVCC Cultural Centre: Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto in E Minor on with guest violinist KamLung Chen, and Symphony No. 1 by Sibelius.

These programs are sponsored in part by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council, a state agency. All performance venues are handicapped accessible.

For more details and ticket information write to Illinois Valley Symphony Orchestra, P.O. Box 306, Ottawa, IL 61350, or visit ivso.org.

Peoria Municipal Band concerts planned PEORIA — The Peoria Municipal Band will present concerts at 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 15, in the Warehouse District and Sunday, July 19, at Glen Oak Park. Wednesday’s concert will feature the “Swinging Songs of Yesterday.” Sunday’s concert will be an old fashioned sing-along. The band is celebrating 78 years of playing great music be throughout the Peoria area.

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IV Midday Connection to hold luncheon OGLESBY — The Illinois Valley Midday Connection, a non-denominational Christian Women’s Group, will hold its monthly meeting and program at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 14, at Deer Park Country Club, 100 Deer Park Lane, Oglesby. The cost of the lunch and program is $17 inclusive, paid at the door.

The theme for the July

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M-P Fair will host annual talent contest

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This picture from the 1990 reunion shows all of the 1940 graduates — Helen Smith Henning (from left), Lillian Forcht Kwas, Tom O’Neil, Bill Bruer, Jim Cofoid and Frank Biagi

HTHS Class of 1940 reunion HENNEPIN — Two survivors from the Hennepin Township High School Class of 1940 attended the school reunion at S.A.M.M.S. Restaurant in Hennepin on Saturday, June 20.

After 75 years, Lillian Forcht Kwas and Helen Smith Henning enjoyed another dinner together with Ruth Smith Colby, who was in the HTHS Class of 1938. Pamela Bouxsein and Barbara Paxson were co-chairmen for the reunion of all classes of HTHS graduates.

In 1940, there were six graduates from a class of 30 freshmen, many of whom dropped out to work on their family farms. A picture from the 1990 reunion (above) shows all of the 1940 grad-

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HENRY — The Marshall-Putnam County Fair will again host its annual talent contest at 1 p.m. Sunday, July 12.

There will be four age categories to compete in — 9 years and under, 10 to 14 years, 15 to 21 years, and over 21 years old. (In a group, if one person is in a higher age category, the entire group must compete in that category.) Entrants can compete only once in the same division.

Any person or group who won first place last year may not compete with the same type of act this year. Each performance may not exceed four minutes in length.

There cannot be any “like sounds” on an accompaniment tape (i.e.: background vocals, tap sounds, like-instrument sounds) in age divisions 1, 2 and 3. An exception is given to division 4 as they are not eligible to compete at the state level.

Contestants must present an act that requires no more than a 32-foot long, 15-foot wide and 7 1/2-foot high stage.

Tumblers must supply mats. Microphones, tape and CD player, and piano will be provided.

All participants will

Legion will dispose of flags GRANVILLE — The Granville American Legion will be disposing of unserviceable flags at its regular meeting on Tuesday, July 14.

Anyone who has a flag that needs to be disposed

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A hamburger fry is planned for members beginning at 6 p.m. and the meeting will begin at 7 p.m.

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Whether an entry is a singing, dancing, acting, tumbling or comedy act, the talent contest will prove to be a rewarding experience.

The M-P Fair will sponsor the junior division (age 14 and under) and senior division (ages 15-21) winners in the state talent contest at the Illinois Agricultural Fairs Convention in Springfield next January.

First- through thirdplace winners in all four age divisions will receive prize money. (They must present their social security number to receive a check.)

Those interested should stop by the fair office for an entry form or call Jane Knapp at 815-866-0709 or email jknapp@stlschool.net.

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All entrants must be at the fairgrounds’ Hunt Building at 12:15 p.m. to register on Sunday, July 12. There is a $5 entry fee.

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Birth Announcements Dickey Sara Kitterman and Henry Dickey of Bureau are the parents of a daughter, Vayda Quinn, born June 28 at St. Margaret’s Hospital in Spring Valley. She weighed 6 pounds, 15 ounces and measured 19 1/2 inches in length. She was welcomed home by her brothers, Colten Delao and Tony Delao. Maternal grandparents are Pat Kitterman, Jody Kitterman and Lydia Mahmudi.

Great-grandparents are Bill Price, Judy Price and Phil Kitterman.

Crawley Brett and Meredith (Eich) Crawley of Putnam are the parents of a daughter born June 24 at Illinois Valley Community Hospital.

Simmons Jermey Simmons and Charity Mcdowell of McNabb are the parents of a son born June 26 at Illinois Valley Community Hospital in Peru.

Menus Putnam County Community Center July 13 — Pork chops, au gratin potatoes, baked beans, fruit cocktail, rolls.

July 14 — Chicken strips, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, fresh strawberries, bread and butter, dessert.

July 15 — Chicken kiev, streamed rice, baby carrots, tossed salad with dressing, blushing pear, Italian bread.

July 16 — Barbecue on bun, baked beans, pasta salad, banana, bread and butter, dessert.

July 17 — Fish squares with tartar sauce, potato wedges, peas, pineapple, rolls.

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.

Food pantry needs bags GRANVILLE — The Putnam County Food Pantry needs both plastic and paper bags. The public is asked to recycle bags and drop them off at the pantry, located in the basement of the Granville United Church of Christ (use the door on the south side facing the parking lot). Bags may be left on the table just inside the door or outside the door. The door is open Saturdays from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.

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Something for everyone at 94th annual Marshall-Putnam Fair Looking for something to do this weekend? Enjoy a fun filled weekend at the 94th annual Marshall-Putnam “Barn in the U.S.A. Fair” with a complete line-up for everyone.

Friday, July 10, Saturday, July 11, and Sunday, July 12, at the fairgrounds in Henry is packed with fun for the entire family. Young or old, there is something for everyone to enjoy. The fair kicks off on Wednesday, July 8, and the events don’t stop until Sunday night.

Friday’s main event is the demolition derby beginning at 7 p.m. This event, sponsored by Brewers Distributing Co., Klein Design and Helena Chemical, is a popular event at the fair. Ticket prices for this event are $5 for ages 6-12 and $15 for adults. Reserved seating is available at a cost of $20.

There will be five classes at this year’s demo derby.

Come watch the excitement of the demolition derby at the Marshall-Putnam Fairgrounds.

Friday also plays host to kids’ games and activities. The Barnyard Follies kick off at 1 p.m. in the Tri-Court Area of the fairgrounds. These free games geared toward children 12 and under are sure to entertain them for the afternoon. The games are followed up by the crazy cookie decorating contest at 1:30 in the Hunt Building. At 2 p.m. the fun continues with the barnyard search contest.

The fair continues on Saturday with Down on the Barn activities,

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The Antique Tractor Show will be on the grounds all day and this year the M-P Farm Bureau Young Leaders is hosting a “Crops for College” eighth annual Tractor Drive, sponsored

by Rumbold & Kuhn, at 11 a.m. The Talent Contest will begin in the Hunt Building at 1 p.m.

ImAGination Acres comes to the fair once again. Enjoy this agricultural town under the big tent. Visit the Pizzeria, vet clinic and puppet stage. Play in the corn wagon, checkout Sam the Horse, or crawl through “Cabbage” the caterpillar and new this year-the newsroom and weather desk, farmer’s market and veggie garden.

ImAGination Acres will be open all week of the fair. Thursday and Friday from noon to 8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

For a full list of fair activities, contact the Marshall-Putnam Fair office at 309-364-2814 or visit www.marshallputnamfair.org.

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Saturday is capped off with “America’s Pull” PPL Championship.

People come from near and far to see this tractor and truck pull at the Marshall-Putnam Fairgrounds in Henry. Join the excitement starting at 6 p.m. The ticket office opens at 2 p.m. Tickets cost $25 for adult general admission, $10 for children and $35 for reserved seating.

The final day of the fair will be packed with events to enjoy, from the Stock Tractor/Truck Pull to the Top 50 Car/Truck/ Motorcycle Show and much more.

The Stock Tractor/ Truck Pull will be in the grandstand beginning at 3 p.m. will cost $10 for adults, $5 for children 6-12. Reserved seating costs $15.

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Registration and set up begin at 9 in the Hunt Building. These events are open to all ages and invites competitors to create art with fruit, vegetables and cupcakes.

Enter any decorated type of fruit or fruit basket, vegetable or a decorated cupcake for these events.

Entries will be judged on originality, appearance and motif. Bring your items ready for display.

Tables will be provided.

This year brings a few new events to the fair.

They include the cutest little farmer contest from 10 to 10:30 a.m., ponytail contest from 10:30 to 11 a.m. and the decorated diaper contest from 11 to 11:30 a.m. These contests will take place in the Hunt Building. The annual potato decorating contest will be at 3 p.m. Saturday. Contact the office for more information.

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Marshall-Putnam 4-H Show will be July 13-16 HENRY — The Marshall-Putnam 4-H Show will begin Monday, July 13, with the dog show at 6 p.m. It continues through Thursday, July 16, with closing ceremonies at 7 p.m. There are a variety of events and activities for both youth and adults to take part in.

The American Red Cross will be in the Activity Building with their bike rodeo from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Thursday. Kids are encouraged to bring their bike and participate in the bike rodeo. It consists of games to teach safety and an obstacle course for those who bring their own bikes. You may still participate in the safety games even if you are unable to bring your bike. Everyone who attends the rodeo will receive a helmet regardless of age.

At 6:45 p.m. Tuesday, in the Hunt Building, the 201516 Royal Ambassadors will be crowned. The Marshall-Putnam Fashion Board hosts the style review at 7 p.m. directly following the crowning. The theme this year is “A Day at the Beach.” The 4-H members who participate in clothing projects model their items in the style review. The Fashion Board girls have been working hard on their stage decorations.

From 12:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday, the American Red Cross will conduct the annual 4-H blood drive. You are encouraged to call the extension office at 309-364-2356 to schedule an appointment to give blood.

The Sale of Champions is also on Wednesday and will begin at 7 p.m. It is sponsored by the

Marshall-Putnam-Stark Beef Improvement Association. In addition to 4-H members auctioning off their champion livestock, 4-H Federation members auction off their homemade pies in the special M-P 4-H Show pie plate. This year’s plate features a hand-painted farm house with a waterwheel, hand-made by Ann Crosby of Annie’s Little Pots in Princeton.

Throughout the 4-H Show, the food stand will be selling their famous super nachos, sno-cones, roast beef sandwiches and homemade pies, along with many other tasty foods. On Wednesday evening, prior to the Sale of Champions, from 4:30 to 7 p.m., there will be pork chop sandwiches available as well, sponsored by the Marshall-Putnam Farm Bureau.

Of course, the real excitement of the show is the 4-H’ers and their projects. Beginning Monday evening, 4-H projects will begin to fill the buildings and fairgrounds. The public is encouraged to come to the Marshall-Putnam Fairgrounds in Henry to view the projects, watch the livestock shows and encourage the 4-H’ers.

Projects galore will be on display in the Commercial Building and Art Hall. Livestock will fill several barns. Throughout the show many events will keep everyone busy.

Some of the major events to take place are: Monday — 6 p.m., dog show.

Tuesday — 10 a.m., horse show; 6:45 p.m., crowing of the 2015-16 Royal Ambassadors;

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Dusty Miller (right) and his cousin, Cody Anderson, confer with a judge on the criteria for barrows in a division at last year’s Marshall-Putnam County 4-H Fair. This year’s event, which will be held July 13-16, will draw contestants from throughout the Illinois Valley to test their talents and skills and show their projects. and 7 p.m., style review.

Wednesday — 8 a.m., swine, sheep and beef shows begin and run consecutively throughout the day; noon to 6 p.m., American Red Cross blood drive; 4:30 p.m., pork chop supper starts; and 7 p.m., Sale of Champions and pie auction.

Thursday — 1:30 to 3 p.m., American Red Cross bike rodeo (kids, bring your bike); Cloverbud fun time (free activities for youth ages 4 to 8); 5 p.m., rocket launch; and 7 p.m., evening

show and closing ceremonies.

The silent auction runs from 2 p.m. Tuesday to 6 p.m. Thursday.

The 4-H Show’s main goal is to give 4-H’ers the opportunity to exhibit the projects in which they have enrolled. The youth are conference judged with their project and awarded a blue, red or white ribbon.

Top projects are chosen for trophies and state fair honors.

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For more information or to ask any questions, contact Anne Scheel at the Marshall-Putnam Extension office at 309-3642356 or visit the M-P Show page online at web.extension.illinois. edu//blmp/mp4hshow/.

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999 • Legal Notices

999 • Legal Notices

NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on June 15, 2015, a certificate was filed in the Office of the County Clerk of Putnam County, Illinois, setting forth the names and post office addresses of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as Bellissima, located at 325 S. McCoy Street, Granville, Illinois.

Dated this 15th day of June, 2015. /s/ Daniel S. Kuhn County Clerk Published in the Putnam County Record July 1, 8 and 15, 2015.

wage rates for construction to be the same as those in Putnam County as determined by the Illinois Department of Labor and their respective ordinances may be inspected at the following locations: Hennepin Township and Road District: Village Hall, 627 E. High St., Hennepin; Granville-Hennepin Fire Protection District: Hennepin Fire Station, 201 E. High St, Hennepin; Village of McNabb: McNabb Library, 322 Main Street, McNabb; Hennepin Public Water District: 7222 West Power Plant Rd., Hennepin; Senachwine Township and Road District: Senachwine Township Building, 100 High Street, Putnam.

Published in the Putnam County Record July 8, 2015.

funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the mortgaged real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to the Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The Sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

For information, contact the Plaintiff’s Attorney: Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, 111 East Main Street, Decatur, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719.

The purchaser of a condominium unit at a judicial foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, who takes possession of a condominium unit pursuant to a court order or a purchaser who acquires title from a mortgagee shall have the duty to pay the proportionate share, if any, of the common expenses for the unit which would have become due in the absence of any assessment acceleration during the 6 months immediately preceding institution of an action to enforce the collection of assessments, and which remain unpaid by the owner during whose possession the assessments accrued. If the outstanding assessments are paid at any time during any action to enforce the collection of assessments, the purchaser shall have no obligation to pay any assessments which accrued before he or she acquired title. If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5 (g-1).

If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (c) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. Note: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act you are advised that the Law Firm of Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

I661176 Published in the Putnam County Record July 1, 8 and 15, 2015.

NOTICE OF PREVAILING WAGE ORDINANCES The following entities have passed ordinances establishing prevailing

NOTICE OF SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF PUTNAM-HENNEPIN, ILLINOIS GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC, ) Plaintiff, ) vs. ) UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF ) LEOKADIA SOKOLOWSKA, DECEASED, ) UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS ) AGAINST THE ESTATE OF LEOKADIA ) SOKOLOWSKA, DECEASED, UNKNOWN ) CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS AGAINST ) THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF ) LEOKADIA SOKOLOWSKA, DECEASED, LAKE) THUNDERBIRD ASSOCIATION, WILLIAM P. ) BUTCHER, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE ) OF LEOKADIA SOKOLOWSKA, DECEASED, ) ZYGMUNT SOKOLOWSKA and CHRISTINA ) WROBEL, ) Defendants. ) 14-CH-4 PROPERTY ADDRESS:1 -177 BIRCH DR. PUTNAM, IL 61560 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of the above Court entered in the above entitled cause on February 19, 2015, the following described real estate, to-wit: LOT 177 IN THE PLAT OF LAKE THUNDERBIRD HILLS, PUTNAM COUNTY, ILLINOIS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 3, AT PAGE 156, ON SEPTEMBER 5, 1969, IN THE OFFICE OF THE RECORDER OF DEEDS OF PUTNAM COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Permanent Index Number: 03-00-035-170 Commonly known as: 1 -177 Birch Dr., Putnam, IL 61560 will be offered for sale and sold at public vendue on July 30, 2015 at 9:00 a.m., at the Putnam County Courthouse, Hennepin, Illinois.

The Judgment amount is $131,427.83.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Sheriff of Putnam County. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified

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NOTICE OF SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF PUTNAMHENNEPIN, ILLINOIS GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC, ) Plaintiff, ) vs. ) UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF ) LEOKADIA SOKOLOWSKA, DECEASED, ) UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIEN) HOLDERS AGAINST THE ESTATE OF ) LEOKADIA SOKOLOWSKA, DECEASED, ) UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIEN) HOLDERS AGAINST THE UNKNOWN HEIRS ) AND DEVISEES OF LEOKADIA ) SOKOLOWSKA, DECEASED, LAKE ) THUNDERBIRD ASSOCIATION, WILLIAM P. ) BUTCHER, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE ) OF LEOKADIA SOKOLOWSKA, DECEASED, ) ZYGMUNT SOKOLOWSKA and CHRISTINA ) WROBEL, ) Defendants. ) 14-CH-4 PROPERTY ADDRESS:1 -177 BIRCH DR. PUTNAM, IL 61560 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of the above Court entered in the above entitled cause on February 19, 2015, the following described real estate, to-wit: Permanent Index Number: 03-00-035-170 Commonly known as: 1 -177 Birch Dr., Putnam, IL 61560 will be offered for sale and sold at public vendue on July 30, 2015 at 9:00 a.m., at the Putnam County Courthouse, Hennepin, Illinois.

The Judgment amount is $131,427.83.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Sheriff of Putnam County. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the mortgaged real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to the Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The Sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

For information, contact the Plaintiff’s Attorney: Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, 111 East Main Street, Decatur, IL 62523, (217) 4221719.

The purchaser of a condominium unit at a judicial foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, who takes possession of a condominium unit pursuant to a court order or a purchaser who acquires title from a mortgagee shall have the duty to pay the proportionate share, if any, of the common expenses for the unit which would have become due in the absence of any assessment acceleration during the 6 months immediately preceding institution of an action to enforce the collection of assessments, and which remain unpaid by the owner during whose possession the assessments accrued. If the outstanding assessments are paid at any time during any action to enforce the collection of assessments, the purchaser shall have no obligation to pay any assessments which accrued before he or she acquired title. If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5 (g-1).

If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid.

The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (c) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. Note: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act you are advised that the Law Firm of Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

I661176 Published in the Putnam County Record July 1, 8 and 15, 2015.

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16 • The Putnam County Record • Wednesday, July 8, 2015

Royalty announced for this year’s fair HENRY — The Marshall-Putnam Fair Association is announcing the 2015 royalty for the 94th annual Marshall-Putnam Fair. The royalty for this year was selected at the pageant, held before the fair kicked off on Sunday, July 5, at the fairgrounds.

Abby Colvin of Varna was crowned Miss Marshall-Putnam. She is the daughter of Lance and Jenelle Colvin. She participated in the pageant and answered two interview questions, modeled evening gowns, a swimsuit and business attire, and performed in a group dance performance with the Miss and Jr. Miss contestants.

Shyan Kroeger was awarded the Miss Congeniality Award in memory of Pam Veronda. Chosen by the pageant committee, Kroeger was said to display a positive attitude leading up to the event.

Brittani Oser was named the People’s Choice award winner.

Attending events throughout the week alongside Colvin will be the Jr. Miss Marshall-Putnam Dayton Maubach of Henry and Genavyve Barnes, the Little Miss, also from Henry. Dayton is the daughter of

Brian and Tammy Maubach, and Genavyve is the daughter of Cale and Gessi Barnes.

Samantha Nauman was the People’s Choice award winner for the Little Miss Pageant, and Madelyn Waller was the People’s Choice Award winner for the Jr. Miss Pageant.

The girls will make appearances throughout the fair all week and will continue to be present at events throughout the counties, representing the Marshall-Putnam Fair this coming year. Additionally, Colvin will represent the two counties and the fair as she participates in the Illinois County State Pageant in January.

The Little Miss Pageant was sponsored by Family Farms Together LLC of Magnolia. Keith Olson Builders of Henry sponsored the Jr. Miss Pageant, and Henry State Bank is the sponsor of the Miss Marshall-Putnam Fair Pageant.

The 94th annual Marshall-Putnam “Barn in the U.S.A. Fair” kicks off in Henry this Wednesday with a great line up of events. For more information call the fair office at 309-364-2814 or visit the website marshallputnamfair.org.

Photo contributed

This year’s royalty will be Miss Marshall-Putnam Abby Colvin (center), Jr. Miss Marshall-Putnam Dayton Maubach (left) and Little Miss Marshall-Putnam Genavyve Barnes.

Genealogy Guild will meet July 18 OTTAWA — The LaSalle County Genealogy Guild will meet at 1 p.m.

Saturday, July 18, at the Guild Library, 115 W. Glover, Ottawa.

The speaker will be Lou Dennis Szucs. The title of her presentation will be “Dozen Ways to Jump Start Family History.” She holds a degree in history, and has been involved in genealogical research, teaching, lecturing and publishing for more than 30 years.

Previously employed by the Nation-

al Archives, she is currently executive editor and vice president of community relations for Ancestory.com Inc. She has served on many archives and genealogical boards, and was founding secretary of the Federation of Genealogical Societies. She has edited newsletters and quarterly journals for several genealogical societies, including the Federation of Genealogical Societies’ Forum. She authored The Source: A Guidebook to American Genealogy

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