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Taking time for survival Area vehicular crashes have resulted in a large amount of fatalities in 2016

By Eric Engel

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Continuing into the spring season, Bureau and LaSalle County drivers are encouraged to take extra care behind the wheel, as crash fatalities have reached monumental peaks in the area compared to the fiveyear average.

According to a Illinois State Police (ISP) press release, LaSalle Coun-

ty motor vehicle fatalities are up 275 percent, while Bureau County crash fatalities are up an astonishing 733 percent. The Illinois Department of Transportation uses data from the previous half decade for their comparisons.

Lt. Jon Dively, ISP District 17 commander, said the two counties have combined for 14 fatalities resulting from 13 motor vehicle crashes in 2016, compared to only two

fatalities during this same time span in 2015. Dively said in most cases one of the Fatal Four violations — speeding; driving under the influence; distracted driving; and failure to wear a seat belt — influenced the circumstances of the crash fatalities.

Dively said many drivers use logic in traveling cautiously on interstates and U.S. highways due to the higher speed limits, mean-

ing the majority of these unfortunate crashes continue to take place on local and county roads. Impairment and disobeying traffic control signs have proven to be harmful factors in many of these crashes.

“We must stress the potential for death or great bodily harm from a motor vehicle crash could happen at any time,” Dively said.

“The best way the ISP can help in the reduction of seri-

ous injury crashes is by educating the public and taking appropriate enforcement actions when called for.”

Bureau County Sheriff Jim Reed mentioned any distractions, including eating, using your cell phone or messing with the radio, will take your attention off the road. He also suggested drivers leave their residence earlier, as putting yourself and others in danger to save a few minutes is a very irre-

sponsible approach.

“If you’re in a hurry, you’re going to have problems,” Reed said.

Dively said ISP troopers are being assigned specific patrols to concentrate on LaSalle and Bureau County roadways. High visibility patrols have been found to reduce fatal crashes, and the troopers will take action to prevent such catastrophes in any situations they deem necessary to do so.

Stretching their resources

U of I Extension makes due with minimal resources

By Eric Engel

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Into the wild blue yonder ...

Tonica New photo/Dave Cook

Thousands enjoyed the weekend’s perfect weather by attending the TBM Avengers reunion on Saturday, April 16, at Illinois Valley Regional Airport. Visitors were able to see more than 50 World War II aircraft, as well as many other styles of airplanes on display and taking to the air throughout the day. The Avenger pilots present took advantage of the rare gathering by beginning the day with a morning patrol over the skies of the Illinois Valley.

As with any entity reliant upon state funding, the University of Illinois Extension office is dealing with the budget impasse in Illinois as efficiently as possible and searching out additional monetary resources.

Jill Guynn, county extension director at the U of I Extension Office, said their funding was suspended July 1, 2015, and they are waiting patiently and hoping the budget will be restored with haste.

“We are being extremely conservative about what programs we offer, and we’re looking if there is a way to charge fees for certain programs,” Guynn said, noting the Extension office’s budget is typically based

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Giving people a life-saving heads-up

By Shannon Serpette news@tonicanews.com

GRANVILLE — A former Putnam County resident has been making headlines in the world of meteorology by finding a way to potentially forecast tornadoes weeks in advance.

Vittorio “Victor” Gensini, a Putnam County High School graduate who is now an associate professor in meteorology at the College of DuPage in Glen Ellyn, Ill., worked on the collaborative effort with Al Marinaro. Marinaro is a graduate student at Northern Illinois University and one of Gensini’s colleagues.

“We were looking for patterns in the jet stream,” GenVol. 142 No. 20 One Section - 8 Pages

sini said.

Gensini and Marinaro combed through records from old tornado outbreaks from years past and examined the patterns in the jet stream that occurred during the time period of those storms. What they found is that those patterns proved to be consistent, and provided a sign that conditions were ripe for tornadoes.

Despite suspecting a connection between tornadic activity and the jet stream patterns, Gensini was still surprised when the theory proved to be true.

“You start from the premise Photo contributed that you’re going to be wrong,” College of DuPage meteorology program hosts an annual weather balloon he said.

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Knowledge is power

Meteorology From Page 1 When Gensini realized he wasn’t wrong, the next step was publishing his findings.

Gensini is quick to acknowledge his research would never have reached this point without all those who came before him in the field. “When you’re doing research, you’re standing on the shoulders of giants,� he said.

While this method can’t pinpoint exactly what town will be hit with a tornado on what day — it allows forecasters to tell further in advance that conditions in a certain area will be ripe for severe weather. “It’s been very successful,� Gensini said.

Knowing what to do during a tornado could save a life

By Shannon Serpette GRANVILLE — In 2004, Victor Gensini was a Putnam County High School senior trying to decide upon a college major when inspiration came from an unexpected source.

A tornado hit Granville and Utica in April of that year, causing multiple fatalities and influencing Gensini’s path. “That tornado led me to a career in meteorology,� Gensini, who grew up in McNabb, said. “I saw all the damage firsthand. I was so impacted by the event.�

It’s a career path Gensini has done well with — these days he has a Ph.D. and is an associate professor in meteorology at the College of DuPage in Glen Ellyn, Ill. As a result of witnessing the after-

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math of the Granville tornado and learning more about storms during his career, Gensini has a great deal of respect for the dangers associated with severe weather.

Even though this tornado season seems to be at the average level, if a forecast calls for a lighter than usual severe weather season that shouldn’t lull people into a false sense of security, according to Gensini. “It only takes one tornado to destroy a community,� he said.

Gensini offered some practical advice to help keep local residents safe from severe weather. First off, heed weather warnings, and take the appropriate shelter when a warning is given. “The best advice is to put as many walls between you and the tornado as possible,� he said.

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on local donations being matched by state funds — yet the state hasn’t held up their end of the agreement for close to a year. “We’re hoping we can get some additional local donations to maintain our programs.�

The U of I Extension promotes youth development programs such as 4-H, as well as agricultural and natural resource programs like Master Gardeners and Master Naturalists. She said the situation has been greatly assisted by dedicated staff and volunteers who have been outstanding in meeting the different needs, but trying to squeeze two dimes out of three

should leave and take shelter elsewhere, preferably in a structure with a basement, he added.

People who feel the need to chase tornadoes and storms should reconsider, or at the very least examine their motives and decide if the risk is truly worth it, he said. “There are so many more people chasing now than there ever were before,� Gensini said.

He said there is a big difference between a community storm spotter who has received the proper training and a person who drives around on a whim to get extreme footage or experience a thrill. “That is extremely disturbing,� he said, adding there have been highly-trained people with a lot of experience who have died while chasing storms. “Severe weather deserves respect.�

nickels is not fulfilling to anyone. “Positions have come open, and we have not filled them,� Guynn said, mentioning all her staff members are being very cautious. “We’re keeping a positive outlook, and our area has definitely come together during this time.�

Regardless the optimistic endurance from Guynn and her colleagues, it is all too evident a

budget needs to be agreed upon sooner rather than later. “The programs we and others have are vital to our local people and our local culture,� she said, stating they’re waiting for some direction from the state office and will revisit the situation in the fall to make plans for 2017. “I don’t think anyone can go on like this indefinitely.�

Alzheimer’s Walk moves to Ottawa OTTAWA — Jordan Block in Ottawa will be the new location for the upcoming Illinois Valley Walk To End Alzheimer’s in September. The move was announced by Jamie Messmore, development director of the Alzheimer’s Association Central Illinois Chapter Office in Peoria.

With the cooperation of the city of Ottawa, the organizers are excited about this move and partnership with the city. “The Jordan Block park area is a lovely location for our event,� said event chair Karen Ranger. “We are excited about the

added visibility this venue will bring to the walk.�

The Alzheimer’s Association is the world’s leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research. The mission of the Alzheimer’s Association is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advance of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.

The Alzheimer’s walk movement was started in 1989. Teams/individuals have been

walking to make a difference in the fight against Alzheimer’s, the nation’s sixth-leading cause of death. The local Illinois Valley walk, in the past, has been held at Baker Lake in Peru. This year’s event will begin with registration at 8 a.m. at The Jordan Block with opening ceremonies beginning at 8:45 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 10.

If you are interested in serving on the planning committee, call Karen at 815-2522091. To join in this fight by joining a team or starting a new team, visit www.alz.org/ walk and choose the Illinois Valley event.

Crash on Interstate 39 Multiple individuals sent to hospital LASALLE — A crash on Interstate 39 sent multiple people to the hospital Saturday, April 16. According to an Illinois State Police traffic crash alert, Jacob M. Kuzel, 22, of Oak Lawn, was traveling northbound at 11:50 a.m. on Interstate 39 near Mile

Marker 47.5 when he left the roadway for an unknown reason, traveling through the median and entering the southbound lane of traffic.

Kuzel’s vehicle struck three separate vehicles traveling southbound.

Kuzel was taken to Illinois Valley

Community Hospital, as were the driver and two passengers from one of the southbound vehicles. A driver and passenger from another vehicle involved in the collision were taken to St. Margaret’s Hospital in Spring Valley.

Kuzel was charged with improper lane usage and failure to reduce speed. Tonica Fire and Ambulance, Oglesby Fire and Ambulance, Lostant Ambulance and the Illinois Department of Transportation all assisted with the scene.

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BBB: Don’t let scammers clean you out as you clean up for spring ROCKFORD — Now that spring has arrived homeowners throughout Chicago and Northern Illinois are focusing on home and yard improvement projects. The Better Business Bureau is warning this time of the year is popular with crooks and con artists looking to clean-up by taking advantage of those same homeowners.

In the past year, the BBB has received 234 complaints regarding air conditioning and heating contractors, 231 complaints against roofing contractors, and 139 complaints about work performed by landscape contractors.

• Get everything in writing. A contract should clearly state the services you will receive, as well as when the job is expected to be completed, payment terms and conditions, contact information for the company — phone number and address, as well as any refund or cancellation policy.

• Verify insurance coverage. Confirm the company has insurance that covers worker’s compensation, property damage and personal liability in case of accidents.

For more consumer information, visit www.bbb.org/chicago.

Tips to follow that can help prevent getting ripped-off this spring: • Hire a professional. Research companies for free at ask.bbb.org or use the BBB’s Online Directory to find BBB Accredited Businesses. Ask for references.

• Be wary of door-to-door solicitations. Each year, countless homeowners have companies knock on their door and offer to provide their services at a discount. In too many cases, the work performed is shoddy or only partially completed — and the company fails to return, as promised.

Munger: ‘We are all in this together ...’

Comptroller puts elected leader pay on par with other obligations

CHICAGO — Comptroller Leslie Geissler Munger on Sunday, April 17, announced compensation for Illinois’ General Assembly members and Constitutional Officers — herself included — will be treated the same as all other government payments and delayed due to the state’s $7.8 billion bill backlog.

Illinois is in its 10th month of operation without a budget in place, leaving the state to pay bills under a patchwork of court orders, consent decrees and statutory authorizations.

As a result, the state is expected to dig $6.2 billion deeper in the hole this year, worsening its fiscal condition, exacerbating cash flow challenges and lengthening payment delays.

With families, social service organizations, schools and businesses wait-

are customarily paid on the last day of the month. Munger noted her office will still process the vouchers monthly, but the warrants will then wait in a queue with other payments before being released when cash is available.

State payments are currently delayed a minimum of two months, unless they are expedited due to severe hardship. That wait time is expected to grow in lower revenue months in the summer and fall.

“It is the right thing to do,” Munger said. “And if this action helps bring all sides together to pass a balanced budget and end this unnecessary and devastating hardship to our state, that is an added benefit.

“Illinois needs a balanced budget.

It is well past time that we get it done,” Mungor said.

ing months on end for promised payments from the state, Munger said it is appropriate for elected leaders to face delays as well.

“Our social service network is being dismantled, mass layoffs are occurring and small businesses across Illinois are awaiting payments for services they’ve already provided,” Munger said. “As our cash crunch grows in the coming months, it is only appropriate that the unfair prioritization of payments to elected leaders ends. We are all in this together; we all will wait in line.”

Salaries for the state’s six Constitutional Officers and 177 General Assembly members total approximately $1.3 million a month, or $15.6 million annually. The elected leaders

EDCNCI holds first meeting LASALLE — The Economic Development Corporation of North Central Illinois (EDCNCI) had its first official board meeting representing more than 150,000 people and 2,200 square miles of the tri-county region.

“The EDCNCI has begun to get the ball rolling by meeting, voting on officers and forming committees to start the work of building an active corporation,” said Jim Riley, Hometown National Bank.

The newly-founded board consists of six public and seven private investors. The executive officers are: President Jim Riley, Hometown National Bank; vice president Don Finley, mayor of Oglesby; secretary Debb Ladgenski, economic development director of Spring Valley; and treasurer Joni Hunt, executive director of Illinois Valley Chamber of Com-

region for long-term economic growth.

The public/private collaboration has created a spirit of cooperation and a philosophy of working together for the greater good of the people of the tri-county region.

The first mission is to identify and hire a chief executive officer, experienced with operating a successful economic development cooperation. The board feels strongly that an economic development professional with established relationships in the field including site selectors and developers is a requirement for the job.

“A director with the skill set of running a proven, successful EDC will support the success of this newly-formed endeavor,” said Keith Cain, Bureau County Board member.

A nationwide search and recruitment will begin shortly.

merce and Economic Development.

Remaining board members are: Mayor Robert Eshbach of Ottawa; village president Kevin Coleman of Hennepin; Jill Bernal, LaSalle County Board; Keith Cain, manager of Princeton Redi-Mix Inc.; Dan Aussem, executive director of Illinois Valley Contractors Association; Steve Nelson, secretary of Tri Con Materials; Scott Stavrakas, vice president sales and marketing at the News-Tribune; Steve Aubry, vice president/dealer principal of CIT Trucks LLC; and Brad Bruins, Illinois Management senior estimator/project manager at Advanced Asphalt Co. The purpose of the new organization is to promote the assets of the area to industrial and commercial site selectors and real estate developers.

Most efforts will focus on marketing the

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Marilyn Christman TONICA — Marilyn J. Christman, 80, of Tonica, formerly of Marseilles, went to heaven to meet the Lord on Thursday, April 14, 2016, at her home.

She was born Jan. 2, 1936, in Ottawa to Joseph and Rose (Angelico) Tarochione.

Marilyn was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Utica. She owned and operated the Colonial Mirror Salon in Tonica. She was employed in dentistry and oral surgery with Dr. Sydlowski, Dr. Dawe, Dr. Vaiana and Dr. Rooney. She loved her family, many friends, the American flag, her Italian heritage and Native American Indians.

Marilyn is survived by two daughters, Kathi (Tom) Trumpinski of Champaign and Cindy (Gary) Foltynewicz of Minooka; one son, Dion (Carrie) Christman of Tonica; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and one brother, Joseph Tarochione of Homosassa Springs, Fla. A Mass of Christian burial was at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 16, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 200 Broadway St., Marseilles, with the Rev. Anthony Ego officiating. Visitation was from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday at the church. Burial was in Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Seneca.

Memorials may be given to the Tonica Ambulance or St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Utica.

The Seals-Campbell Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

LaSalle County Sheriff DUI arrest

At 2:52 a.m. April 17, LaSalle County deputies stopped Timothy J. Wheeler, 25, of Tonica at 825 North 2401st Road in Deer Park Township. Wheeler was charged with improper operation of an ATV on a roadway, improper driving on shoulder, driving under the influence of alcohol and driving under the influence of alcohol with a BAC of .08 or above.

Wheeler was taken into custody and transported to the LaSalle County Jail pending bond.

Righting the roadways Illinois State Police troopers handle traffic incidents during March

By Eric Engel

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LASALLE — The citizens of the Tri-County area kept Illinois State Police (ISP) troopers busy in March.

According to a press release from ISP Trooper Jason Wilson, ISP District 17 troopers handled 1,739 calls for service and assistance during March 2016, 158 of which were to help motorists whose vehicles were disabled on area highways.

The troopers apprehended six persons who were wanted on outstanding warrants, and aimed to curb the criminal activity in the area by making 19 arrests for criminal activity. Eleven individuals were arrested for

driving under the influence, while three apprehensions for other alcohol-related offenses were recorded.

Concerning traffic enforcement activities, troopers issued a total of 413 traffic citations — 217 of which were drivers arrested for speeding and 45 cited for seat belt violations — along with 797 written warnings for motorists.

Troopers and weight inspectors issued seven citations for overweight loads and four written warnings for overweight violations.

They also handled 22 traffic crashes within the Tri-County area of LaSalle, Bureau and Putnam. There was one fatal crash handled by District 17 troopers.

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The Editorial Page The Tonica News Sam R Fisher

Terri Simon

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That old farmhouse I’m one of those people who firmly believes our roots influence who we are and who we will ultimately become. Those roots, for me, run deep, and I cherish every little moment from the past that has decided to take up residency in my memory for safe-keeping. Like a small child grabbing for all the toys Terri in the box, I find myself Simon desperately attempting to COMMENTARY hold on to each memory like they are golden grains of sand — priceless tidbits from yesteryear that either soothe my soul or cause me to remember a place in time I cherish more than most will ever know.

There’s not a day that goes by that I don’t wish I could go back to the old farmhouse north of Princeton, but several years ago, a vandal and a match made that impossible. While the people who own the property now have been more than kind and allowed me to tromp around the place I used to play, explore and live, the absence of the house haunts me ...

They say you can’t go back, and even if you do, it’s never the same as when you left in the first place. I know that. I also know the house, the barn, the yard and all the other tangible items from my childhood aren’t what made the memories — rather it was the people amidst those buildings and walls that created them.

Nevertheless, I’d give a lot to see, feel and touch all the places on that farm which carved deep and memorable crevices in my heart and soul.

You see, I yearn to walk up those wooden steps Grandpa made that always needed a coat of paint. Actually what I’d love to do is sit down on those steps on that side porch and inhale the sweet scent of the lilacs that surrounded the west side of the farmhouse. I’m not sure how long I’d sit there, but I guarantee time would stop as the aromatic scent permeated my soul.

I wouldn’t even mind a splinter or two, since many of those little slivers seemed to find a way to get under my skin when I was a child.

Eventually, I’d pull open the screen door that slammed behind me too many times, and I’d scan that old screen door for the hook and eye latch that we locked at night — the only safety feature on the door that separated us from the rest of the world. That door led straight into the dining room, and I know I’d be taken back by the swimming pool blue color on the walls that my grandmother decided to paint the walls one day, much to the dismay of my conservative grandfather. Grandma was always a wild soul — a trait I still admire her for to this day.

There would be plenty to see and touch in the house — the old plaster walls, the enamel-topped table and the old cook stove in the kitchen, the big picture window in the living room, where Grandma displayed some figurines on the windowsill. Eventually, I’d open the door that led us upstairs, and no doubt, I’d see Grandpa’s shoes still sitting on those old wooden steps, which would creak as I headed to my old bedroom, where homework was accomplished and dreams were made. I’d pass Grandma and Grandpa’s room, where the sweat from a farmer and the Avon perfume from his wife would no doubt still be lingering in the air.

The basement — or the cellar as we called it back then — would be dusty and filled with Mason jars of something my grandmother had canned, and the fire-breathing monster — aka the coal furnace — would no longer be a threat.

The back porch where our watch dog, Freckles the Dalmatian, lived would invite me to sit a spell, as would the front porch — shaded by the giant maple trees — ironically, the same place where we buried Freckles and cats and goldfish and canaries and hamsters.

I could go on and on — wishing I could step back into my childhood home that helped to build me, while revisiting all those memories from yesteryear. Or maybe ... I just did.

Tonica News Editor Terri Simon can be reached at tsimon@tonicanews.com.

An unexpected friendship

Once again the deadline for my monthly column had gotten uncomfortably close, and I was still undecided on what to write about. However, a topic soon presented itself in the best and most enjoyable way possible — unexpectedly. I had just finished an assignment and with my workday completed, I was ready to head home and begin my weekend — determined to come up with a topic for this column. I was out of town on an assignment, and as I was walking out the door a man stopped me on the sidewalk.

“Will you help me?” He asked in heavily accented and broken English.

I assured him I would and asked him what he needed. He wanted to know where he could get a glass of wine. I laughed and pointed to two places just down the sidewalk. I also told him I’d go with him; I wanted to make sure he was taken care of since there was such a language barrier. He told me he didn’t speak English very well, and as we walked into the bar, he insisted I sit and let him buy me a drink.

I told the bartender I’d have whatever he was having and I quickly found myself in deep discussion with my new friend after lifting our wine glasses in a toast to new friends. I learned his name was Silvio and that he was a professor of geopolitics from the University of Rome.

We were soon immersed in a loud, philosophical discussion of world history, art, politics and music. There was a lot of dramatic gesturing, fist pounding and animated conversation from Silvio’s end. I noticed plenty of sideways glances from the bartender and the regulars at the end of the bar. The size of our language barrier was significant, but he seemed to be appreciative of the effort I was mak-

Dave Cook COMMENTARY ing to overcome it. I don’t speak any other languages, but knowing a small amount of Spanish from living in the Southwest and knowing both languages originated from Latin allowed me to successfully say a few things well enough to be understood, and Silvio was delighted when I did so.

The effort seemed to count for as much as the content.

Thankfully, a casual, life-long study of world history, art, Europe, Greek history and especially the Roman Empire provided me a way to keep up and contribute to our quick-moving conversation. I was catching just enough of what he was talking about to understand and offer my own opinions, questions and bits of information.

He loved that I was a writer and thought being able to speak your mind freely was the greatest thing about America. He told me many times how much he loves America.

I was caught off guard a bit when he asked why I would take the time to talk with him. I told him I enjoyed having a good conversation with someone having a different world view, and that I usually didn’t have the chance to discuss history and geopolitics with an Italian professor from Rome.

“I like you. You good man; you are, intelligent, you think,” he said as he took my hand and put his arm around my shoulder.

The bartender asked if we needed

anything, and I told her I was fine.

Silvio had other plans apparently and yelled to her that we needed more wine.

“You stay, my friend, we must talk still,” he told me. Still holding hands, Silvio never hesitated to share his knowledge or to ask me for mine. I learned he had recently been in Chicago and held Al Capone in high regard because he helped clothe and feed the poor living in his neighborhood. He felt prohibition was ridiculous and felt the same about Capone ultimately being charged with tax evasion. I wish there was a way I could adequately describe all of Silvio’s gestures and expressions; they were a highlight of our time together.

I knew he was waiting for a friend, and we were eventually found.

Andrzej was from Poland. He spoke with a heavy accent, but his English was decidedly better than Silvio’s.

It was hard not to laugh when Silvio asked me if I could understand Andrzej. Our barrier-laden conversation of the history of the world continued. Andrzej shared stories of war, border crossings, of how thankful he was to be able to be part of such a long period of peace and of how war must be avoided.

As we finished our wine, Silvio, his arm around Andrzej, took my hand again and thanked me for providing him with good conversation and for being his friend. I’ll probably never see him again, but I’m thankful for the time we spent together. I’m also happy I decided to give my time to help someone in a strange town. I hope we do meet again someday; it was great fun. Ciao, Silvio.

Tonica News Staff Writer Dave Cook can be reached at dcook@bcrnews.com.

Detour ahead Who likes to travel? If that question made you jump around like a goofy dog, you would be that person! Personally, I love to travel. I love to get in the car and see where the road takes me. I would have been the fourth generation of truck drivers on my Dad’s side of the family, and I think it is now a genetic trait (although, my brother has the recessive gene. He doesn’t even like driving all the way to Spring Valley).

In planning a trip, we usually choose a destination. If we are organized, we plan our travel route to get to that destination. We consult with the GPS and get advice from those around us.

If we are wise, we talk to those who have gone before us to the destination we have chosen to see if we can make our trip more efficient and enjoyable.

We carefully mark on the map where we will stop to pee, fill up with gas, eat, pee, sites along the way, pee, landmarks, pee ... you get my point.

When we are traveling, we focus on our destination and getting there. My own children know from experience they had better empty their bladders before we leave, and maybe even wear some protective gear in their underpants because I drive through.

I have been known to pull to the side of the road and make a bathroom stall out of the doors and insist on the kids

Lori Boekeloo COMMENTARY using the running board as a toilet seat. We do not exit. We do not stop.

We do not whine, or cry or complain or interrupt Mommy when she is focused and determined and trying to make her best time.

I tend to be like a NASCAR driver, hoping for all of the best conditions, so I can have the best time on the scoreboard. I have a place to go, and I want to get there. This doesn’t always make me a pleasant traveling companion.

In the journey, we may encounter flat tires, running out of gas, detours.

All of this is frustrating and leads us to throw our heads back in disgust.

We hate it when things don’t go as planned. We hate slow drivers and other things that may keep us from continuing the way we had it planned.

We encounter road rage.

As I have aged and become wiser, I see that life is our journey. Heaven is my destination, and I am eager to get there. The innocence of my youth planned my journey to heaven, but it hasn’t gone the way I visualized. I have had flat tires that slowed me down.

I have run out of gas, physically and emotionally. I have had some major detours and wandered way off of the path, taking me far from the most efficient route for my journey. I have become frustrated and angry and stomped my feet.

But, you know what? When I had a flat tire and thought I was abandoned on the side of the road, a kind stranger stopped, and I made a new friend. When I ran out of gas, my friends and family bolstered me and helped fill my tank again. When I was faced with detours, I had to take a different path and encountered beauty I may not have seen on my original course, some that I never even knew existed.

If we learn to enjoy the journey as much as we look forward to the destination, our pace slows. We find peace.

We take the time to look around and see the beauty as we travel. We learn to appreciate the company in the car, or sometimes just the peaceful solitude of traveling solo. So, as you pack your bags and prepare, remember that it won’t always be the vacation you thought ... it might be better.

Lori Boekeloo of Hennepin is a mother of three. She can be reached at lorianne67@hotmail.com, or friend her on Facebook for more humor and inspiration on a daily basis.

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Community Carus announces 15th annual Summer Science Camp If history is any indication, at 8 a.m. on April 27, the phone in Carus Corporation’s community outreach office will be ringing off the hook. April 27 is Summer Science Camp registration day.

“It’s always an exciting day here. Parents race to get their children on the list, and it fills up pretty quickly,” said Kegan Pakula, Carus Community Outreach Coordinator. Registration begins at 8 a.m.

Carus’ 15th annual Science Camp will be held July 11-15 this year at Peru Catholic School. The free science camp runs from 9 a.m. to noon each day and is open to all Illinois Valley area students entering sixth grade in the fall.

Campers participate in hands-on activities, learning about chemistry, physics, biology, geology, ecology and astronomy.

Dan Fitzpatrick, who heads the chemistry department at St. Bede Academy, will begin as camp director this year.

Fitzpatrick’s resume includes more than 10 years teaching science in LaMoille, where he was head of the science department. He is also an experienced science camp instructor, creating and teaching lessons for the University of Illinois Extension’s Natural Resources Educational Consortium, for Northern Illinois University’s Loredo Taft Campus, and for the Sun Foundation, where he is the lead science teacher for their Art and Science in the Woods program.

“In my career, I have been fortunate to meet a great community of people who look to guide our youth to love science, nature and inquiry. This summer camp is going to be an incredible time for the students, and I am very

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2015 Carus camper Paige Kraml gears up to learn about geology. grateful for the opportunity to be the new director,” said Fitzpatrick.

“Dan brings such enthusiasm and knowledge to camp. He knows how to make learning fun and engaging, and that’s what camp is all about,” said Carus CEO Dave Kuzy.

“We appreciate this opportunity to work with Dan, with St. Bede and with Peru Catholic.”

Parents interested in registering their children can call Pakula at 815-2246535 after 8 a.m. Wednesday, April 27. Because registration is first call, first served, parents who attempt to sign up before that date/time will be asked to call back during registration hours.

Carus Corporation is a 100-year-old company founded in LaSalle and headquartered in Peru.

Carus produces and supplies specialty chemistries for water treatment, air purification and soil remediation. Carus is a member of the American Chemistry Council and actively participates in the industry’s award-winning Responsible Care® initiative, sharing a common commitment to improve environmental, health, safety, and security performance.

Sluders will note 50th wedding anniversary Mr. and Mrs. James Sluder of Tonica will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary during an open house from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, May 22, at the Tonica American Legion.

James Sluder and the former Betty Cain were married May 14, 1966, in the First Christian Church in Henry. Their attendants included Roberta Heath, maid of honor; Richard Parlato, best man; Rosie Cain and Diana Cain, bridesmaids; James Bingham and William Bettinger, groomsmen; William Duke and James Read, ushers. The service was officiated by the Rev. Jerry Elmore and the organist was Mrs. Titcomb.

They are the parents of two children, Steve

Lostant church to host speaker Dean Braxton LOSTANT — The public is invited to “experience heaven” as guest speaker Dean Braxton will be at the River of Destiny Church, 420 W. Second St. in Lostant. He will speak at 6 p.m. Saturday, April 23, and 9:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday, April 24.

Braxton died for one hour and 45 minutes.

When Braxton died, he went to heaven. He saw family members, angels that are assigned to us, prayers in heaven and much more. He saw Jesus Christ and was able to speak with Him. Today Braxton is called the “Miracle Man” after having been supernaturally healed of 29 serious medical conditions.

He has appeared on Sid Rod’s “It’s Supernatural,” The Biography Channel and the “700 Club.”

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Mr. and Mrs. James Sluder (Tanya) Sluder of Mt. Prospect and Kevin (Regan) Sluder of Tonica. They also have five grandchildren, Reilly, Caden, Jase, Grant and Ashley.

All friends and relatives are invited to attend the open house. It is request that gifts be omitted.

PERU — A “Go Green” portable salad garden workshop will take place from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 30, at the Hy-Vee Garden Center in Peru.

University of Illinois Master Gardeners will lead a workshop in portable salad gardens. Youth will receive instruction, a planter, soil and choice of vegetables along with a 4-H garden book for a $10 fee. To register, contact the LaSalle County Extension office by calling 815-4330707.

In conjunction with the workshop, local 4-H mem-

bers and “Kohl’s in Action” volunteers will be planting portable salad gardens for a variety of local non-profit locations. The portable salad garden planters are maintained throughout summer by clients of the non-profits. Once the vegetables have reached their peak, clients enjoy a delicious salad. Anyone interested in helping with this spring time project should call the Extension office.

To learn more about 4-H in the community, contact Toni Fusinatto at the LaSalle County Extension office, 815-433-0707.

Annual garden fair and plant sale PERU — The Illinois Valley Herb Guild will host its annual garden fair and plant sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 7, in the gymnasium at St. Bede Academy in Peru.

More than 60 varieties of herbs will be available, from common herbs like basil, rosemary and lavender, to more unusual species such as patchouli and dittany of Crete. For those new to herb gardening, herb guild members and master gardeners from Illinois Extension will be on hand with expert advice.

“We have such a great group of herb gardeners, some with decades of experience,” said longtime Herb Guild member Vicki Gensini of Granville, “Our guild members can help less experienced gardeners choose the right plants for their purposes.”

In addition to the plant sale, other vendors will be selling garden plants, pottery, jewelry, wood crafts, photography, yard art and other gardening accessories. There will also be a food booth featuring homemade baked goods, as well as food and drink for lunch.

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Engstrom will give final performance OGLESBY — Illinois Valley Community College music and theatre instructor Norman Engstrom will be featured in the free 15th annual faculty concert at 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 29, in the Cultural Centre. It will be Engstrom’s finale as he retires from IVCC effective June 16.

Engstrom has been educating students and entertaining audiences throughout the Illinois Valley for the past 15 years.

In addition to teaching at IVCC, he has directed and choreographed shows at several area theatres and has presented an annual faculty concert.

For those who attended past concerts, they know that Engstrom includes a little something for everyone in his performances. He performs songs from musicals, opera, operetta, pop music and childrens’ songs — some humorous, some romantic, some religious. Mime is usually thrown in and this concert will also include some stage combat.

His concerts usually include IVCC students and this concert is no exception

with students participating in duets and sword fights. Former IVCC student Mary Cornwall will be the accompanist.

Before coming to the Illinois Valley, Engstrom spent 25 years performing professionally in and around Chicago at such theatres as Marriott’s Lincolnshire Theatre, Lyric Opera of Chicago, Light Opera Works, Cincinnati Opera and Wisdom Bridge Theatre. He studied mime in England and toured Asia with the USO. He has performed in about 400 productions including plays, musicals, operas, orchestra concerts, TV shows and his own concerts. This concert marks Norm’s 50th year of performing on the stage.

“Over the years, Norm has become so interwoven into the entertainment events and classroom offerings here at IVCC that he has become an IVCC tradition. We will miss him and wish him all the best in what I’m sure will be a busy retirement,” said Dean of Humanities and Fine Arts Dr. Brian Holloway.

Parents’ night out, kids’ movie night TONICA — The Tonica United Methodist Church will host a kids’ movie night from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, May 7, for children ages 4 to 12 years old to help area parents enjoy an evening out by themselves.

The evening will feature a screening of “Spy Kids,” popcorn, punch, fellowship,

music and fun. Pillows, pajamas and blankets are welcome.

The Tonica United Methodist Church vacation Bible school will be from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. July 11-13.

For more information and registration, call 815-993-5938 or email sarahsenica@ msn.com.

IVCIL fundraiser is May 16 LADD — The second annual Rip’s chicken fundraiser for the Illinois Valley Center for Independent Living will be from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, May 16, at Rip’s, 311 N. Main Ave. in Ladd.

Tickets are $8 and include choice of quarter light chicken, quarter dark

chicken or chicken strips, along with fries and bread. Carry-outs will be available. There will also be chances at raffles and drawings.

Tickets are available from any staff or board member of IVCIL. Tickets will also be available at the door.

IVSO concert is May 7 OGLESBY — The Illinois Valley Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Lucia Matos, will feature elite soloist KamLung Chen, violinist, at 7 p.m. Saturday, May 7, at the Illinois Valley Community College Culture Centre. The concert will feature Mendelssohn’s Violin Concer-

to in E Minor and Symphony No.1 by Sibelius.

Tickets are available through ivso.org or at the door the day of the concert.

Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for students with an ID. The Cultural Center is handicapped accessible.

Menus and Activities Putnam County Lostant Grade School Breakfast Community Center April 25 — Ham and cheese omelet,

yogurt, cereal, fruit and juice.

April 26 — Danish, yogurt, cereal, fruit and juice.

April 27 — Blueberry muffin, yogurt, cereal, fruit and juice.

April 28 — Cinnamon raisin bagel, yogurt, cereal, fruit and juice.

April 29 — Pancakes and syrup, yogurt, cereal, fruit and juice.

Lunch April 25 — Hamburger gravy over mashed potatoes, corn, pears, milk.

April 26 — Tortellini in meat sauce, green beans, applesauce, milk.

April 27 — Hot dog on bun, baked beans, peaches, milk.

April 28 — Cheeseburger macaroni, peas, fruit cocktail, milk.

April 29 — Lasagna, carrots, gelatin with fruit, milk.

Tonica Grade School Breakfast April 25 — Pancake and sausage on stick with syrup or cereal, toast, granola, yogurt, fruit, juice, milk.

April 26 — Sausage, egg and cheese tortilla or cereal, toast, granola, yogurt, fruit, juice, milk.

April 27 — Scrambled eggs or cereal, toast, granola, yogurt, fruit, juice, milk.

April 28 — Bagel and cream cheese or cereal, toast, granola, yogurt, fruit, juice, milk.

April 29 — Cinnamon rolls or cereal, toast, granola, yogurt, fruit, juice, milk.

Lunch April 25 — Teriyaki chicken tender strips, rice, corn, pineapple and mandarin oranges, Rice Krispies treat, milk.

April 26 — Breaded steak burger, mashed potatoes, gravy, steamed broccoli, fruit, graham crackers, milk.

April 27 — Ham, cheese slice on bun, celery, carrots, chips, fruit, milk.

April 28 — Taco in a bag (taco meat, shredded cheese, refried beans, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, onions and salsa), fresh fruit, nacho corn chips, milk.

April 29 — Cheese stuffed stick, marinara sauce, fruit/veggie bar, cookie, milk.

April 25 — Club sandwiches on wheat (ham, turkey and cheese), lettuce salad with toppings, banana pudding with slices of banana.

April 26 — Fried chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, buttered corn, rolls and butter, fresh apple with peanut butter, dessert.

April 27 — Cheeseburger casserole, brussels sprouts, Romaine lettuce with dressing, fruit cocktail, celery with peanut butter.

April 28 — Baked mostaciolli, tossed salad with toppings, garlic bread, apricots, dessert.

April 29 — Site closed.

Bread, butter, fruit juice and 2% milk are available with meals. For reservations, call 800-757-4579 24 hours in advance of the day’s meal. The menu is subject to change.

Meals are available to senior citizens 60 plus at no cost, but donations are appreciated. The meal program is partly funded by donations, so they have a suggested donation of $5 per meal. Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m.

Bridges Senior Center April 25 — 9 a.m., Tai Chi; 10 a.m., Sewing Circle; 12:45 p.m., Bingo; 1:30 p.m., open cards.

April 26 — 9 a.m., Forever Fit; 1-3 p.m., Alzheimer’s Association caregiver class.

April 27 — 9 a.m., Forever Fit; 10:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m., intermediate computer class.

April 28 — 9 a.m., Tai Chi; 12:45 p.m., Bingo; 1:30 p.m., open cards.

April 29 — 9 a.m., Forever Fit; noon, Wii bowling banquet.

The Bridges Senior Center is a congregate meal site. Meals, provided by Voluntary Action Center, are served from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday for a suggested donation of $3.50.

A 24-hour advance reservation is required. For more information, call 815431-8034.

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TISKILWA/PRINCETON Road. 1st house north of Tiskilwa on Princeton/ Tiskilwa Road. Thursday, April 21, 9am-2pm; Friday, April 22, 8am-1pm; Saturday, April 23, 9am11am. MULTI-FAMILY. Wii Fit video & accessories, designer hand bags, jr. dresses & separates, boy's clothes (L), large collectible collection of Skylanders, swim toys, boy & girl jr. golf clubs.

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CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT LASALLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS ESTATE OF ) ANNA LOU LAMBERT) DECEASED ) No. 2016-P-64 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of ANNA LOU LAMBERT. Letters of office were issued on March 24, 2106 to EDWARD R. LAMBERT, PO Box 447, Tonica, IL 61370 as Executor whose attor-

ney is JOHN BALESTRI, 149 Gooding Street, LaSalle, IL 61301.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the clerk of court, LaSalle County Courthouse, Ottawa, Illinois 61350, or with the representative, or both, within 6 months from the date of issuance of letters and any claim not filed within that period is barred.

Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and

to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed.

Dated this 28th day of March, 2016.

John Balestri Attorney For Petitioner 149 Gooding Street LaSalle IL 61301 Phone: 815-223-6600 Published in the Tonica News Apr. 8, 15 and 22, 2016.

IN THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF LASALLE COUNTY Estate of ) SIGMUND DZIEWIONTKOSKI, ) Deceased. ) No. 2016-P-57 NOTICE TO CLAIMANTS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of the death of SIGMUND DZIEWIONTKOSKI. Letters of office as Independent Executor were issued on March 29, 2016 to MARK ALAN DZIEWIONTKOSKI, 1514 N. 1329th Road, P.O. Box 330, Streator, Illinois 61364 and whose attorney is M.G. GULO & ASSOCIATES, LTD., 123 S. Monroe Street, Streator, Illinois 61364.

The estate will be administered without Court supervision, unless under Section 5/28-4 of the Probate Act (Ill. Compiled Stat. 1992, Ch. 755, Par. 5/28-4) any interested person terminates indepen-

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Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court, 119 W. Madison Street, Ottawa, Illinois 61350, on or before October 28, 2016, or if mailing or delivery of notice from the representative is required by Section 5/183 of the Probate Act of 1975, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of any claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the estate representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed with the Clerk.

Dated this 22nd day of April, 2016.

Jim Olson, Clerk of the Circuit Court 13th Judicial Circuit, LaSalle County, Illinois Published in the Tonica News Apr. 22, 29 and May 6, 2016.

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