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Spring Valley man victim of hit and run By Dave Cook

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PERU — The victim of a hit-and-run fatality has been identified in a joint press release from the offices of the LaSalle County Sheriff and the LaSalle County Coroner. Wyatt K. L. Wyatt, 22, of Spring Valley was identified as the victim killed on June 4 at 70 N. 2551st Road. Sheriff Tom Templeton said investigators have developed a person of interest and have also recovered a vehi-

cle which is being examined for “evidence that may link it to the victim and scene of the hit and run.” Other items of evidence were also recovered from the crime scene. The LaSalle County Sheriff’s Department responded to the call at 9:28 p.m. reporting a man was lying on the road at 70 N. 2551st Road, just east of the August Hills Winery. Deputies and Oglesby Ambulance arrived on the scene and found the man unresponsive.

Investigators from the sheriff’s department and the Illinois State Police crime scene and accident reconstruction teams were on the scene throughout the night, and their investigation continues. According to the LaSalle County Sheriff’s Department, further information will be released as it becomes available. Anyone with information regarding this incident should call the LaSalle County Sheriff’s Department at 815-433-2161.

No clubs required IVCC Disc Golf League attracts players from throughout the Illinois Valley By Dave Cook

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OGLESBY — The pleasure of getting outside to play 18 holes is the goal of all golfers, but more and more are choosing to attempt to shoot par by throwing rather than swinging. There are almost 6,000 disc golf courses across the nation registered on the website DGReview.com, a dramatic increase from the 3,000 listed in 2009. There are local courses in Ottawa, Princeton, Spring Valley, Streator, Marseilles, Lacon, Roanoke, Sandwich, Pontiac and El Paso. There are also several courses in Joliet, Rockford, Bloomington and Peoria. “There are more than 200 courses within 100 miles of Oglesby,” Illinois Valley Community College (IVCC) instructor and faculty liaison Wes Black said. Black runs the IVCC Disc Golf League which plays at 4:30 p.m. every Monday from April through September. The course is always open and free to the public and is located behind the track and baseball field. Players park in the south lot and the first hole, or basket for disc golfers, is located behind a large tree. He said the school was approached in 2009 about installing a disc golf course. “We thought it would give students a very inexpensive thing to do in-between classes or after school. The administration was very receptive, and the Student Government Association donated the money for the baskets, and volunteers did the rest,” Black said. The course opened in June of 2010. Tournaments were hosted, and the proceeds from those and from selling T-shirts covered the cost of installing concrete tee pads in 2012. Black said disc golf is more family oriented than traditional golf, and he regularly sees families on the course Tonica News photo/Dave Cook with children of all ages. Joe Vicich tees off during league play on IVCC’s disc golf course. The central location of the course within the Illinois

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Keeping your head above water Advice for swimming safely By Dave Cook

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PERU — Enjoying water, whether it’s in a pool, pond, river, lake or creek, has always been a popular, if not the most popular, summer activity. Playing in water is fun, but there’s also danger beneath the surface, Vol. 143 No. 27 One Section - 8 Pages

and safety must be considered. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, there’s an annual average of more than 3,000 fatal, unintentional, non-boating-related drownings in the United States. About one in five drowning victims are chil-

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“Sometimes kids are just walking along while the older kids and parents are playing. You don’t see that on a ball golf course. During league last Monday, a grandfather walked along with the group just to watch; that’s awesome,” Black said. He also said advanced golfers enjoy playing in competitive leagues which are common on most courses. “We started the IVCC Disc Golf League in the summer of 2010. Our league is a two-disc scramble very similar to a ball golf scramble. We have nine baskets, but we have two distinct tee pads (shorts and longs) on every hole, so we play 18 different holes during Monday league,” he said. A significant difference between traditional golf and disc golf is affordability. Black said almost every course is free, and you only need one disc to play, although most disc golfers carry several. At a typical cost of $6 to $18 each, Black said he’d spend more than that on just balls in traditional golf. Discs are available at the campus book store and also at area sporting goods stores. “A competitive golfer will carry a bag full; I carry 18. They make discs that turn left, go straight, or turn right because it’s common to need to throw around trees. There are drivers, mid-ranges and putters, so even novice players will usually carry at least one of each. And the disc will last you for years,” Black said. And disc golf is just as competi-

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David Stewart launches a throw that put him in good position for par during recent league play. While the IVCC course doesn’t feature any water hazards, there are plenty of trees, rough grass and rolling areas to provide golfers with a challenge to land on the green. tive as traditional golfing “As a lifetime ball golfer, I know the feeling of a huge drive or a long putt, and I get to experience that same feeling playing disc golf,” Black said. Recreational par for the IVCC course is 63. Each of the nine holes features two tees from different approaches. The nine red tees, the shorter holes, are all Par 3 with one Par 4 on hole No. 6. The nine blue tees, the longer holes, have three Par 3s, four Par

4s and two Par 5s. A round typically consists of playing both sets of tee pads. As most disc golf courses are installed in already existing parks, any road is typically out-ofbounds. “The IVCC course doesn’t have any water hazards, but they’re pretty common on other courses,” Black said. In order to increase the challenges provided by the course, IVCC has planted an additional 22

trees to throw around. He added that exercise is another appealing factor of disc golf. His GPS will register one mile per nine holes, and sometimes they play 36 holes or more during a day. “If you want to go for a walk, you may as well be throwing a disc,” he said. For more information, visit the IVCC Disc Golf Facebook page or www.ivccdiscgolfcourse.blogspot.com.

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May was cool and rainy in Illinois CHAMPAIGN — The statewide average temperature for May was 61.9 degrees, 0.8 degrees below normal, according to Illinois State Climatologist Jim Angel with the Illinois State Water Survey at the University of Illinois. A few locations in Illinois reached 90 degrees, including Moline and Springfield. In mid-May, several locations reported temperatures below freezing, including Mt. Carroll with 29 degrees. The statewide average precipitation for May was 5.22 inches, 0.62 inches above normal. The precipitation was heaviest in the central third of the state with a few drier areas around Bloomington and south of the Quad Cities. Danville reported the most rain for the month in Illinois with 10.19 inches. Henning came in second with 9.98 inches of rain. Widespread heavy rains were common in southern Missouri, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky as well. The latest June outlook from the National Weather Service shows the southern two-thirds of Illinois has an increased chance of being cooler than normal, and the southern half of Illinois has an increased chance of being wetter than normal.

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Illinois State Police ISP announces results ISP announces results of OREP of sTEP LASALLE — Illinois State Police (ISP) District 17 announced the results of Occupant Restraint Enforcement Patrols (OREP) held in LaSalle County during May. These OREPs provided extra patrol coverage for the ISP, so officers could focus on saving lives by making sure all vehicle occupants were buckled-up. During the detail, troopers issued 44 safety-belt citations and one child restraint citation. There were a total of 56 citations issued and 15 warnings given during the OREP. Most motorists know safety belts save lives, but some ignore their safety and that of their families by neglecting to use safety belts and child restraint devices. These patrols reinforce the occupant protection message by focusing on those who ignore the law. Lives can be saved if people simply buckle up. This project is funded through the Illinois Department of Transportation.

LASALLE — Illinois State Police (ISP) District 17 announced the results of Special Traffic Enforcement Patrols (sTEP) held in LaSalle County during May. These sTEPs allowed the ISP to provide increased enforcement for impaired driving, occupant restraint, speeding and distracted driving violations during the National “Click It or Ticket” Campaign. During the detail, there were 16 citations for occupant restraint violations, zero arrests made for DUI or other drug/ alcohol-related violations, 110 citations and 29 warnings given for speeding, and 11 citations and one warning for distracted driving. There were a total of 148 citations and 64 warnings given during the sTEP. Driving the posted speed limit, sober, not distracted and buckled up will save your life and the lives of many others. This project is funded through the Illinois Department of Transportation.

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Police and fire reports The man was later identified as LaSalle County Sheriff scene. Wyatt K.L. Wyatt, 22, of Spring Valley.

• At 10:01 p.m. on May 26, deputies arrested Anthony Brown, 19, of McFarland, Wis., following a traffic stop on Route 18 in Eagle Township. He was charged with driving while license revoked and for operating a motor vehicle with no valid insurance. Brown was transported to the LaSalle County Jail. • At 5 a.m. on May 27, deputies investigated a single vehicle accident on Route 18 in Hope Township. A semi-tractor with a trailer, driven by James Zaro, 38, of Niles left the road, went into the ditch and continued into an open field. There were no injuries or citations. • At 5:24 p.m. on May 31, deputies, along with Oglesby Fire Department, responded to a single vehicle accident in front of 2353 E. Fourth Road in Eden Township. James A. Sauter, 48, of Oglesby was driving a tractor/field cultivator combination north on East Fourth Road when the right side of the cultivator disengaged, dropped down and struck a utility pole. The power lines snapped, and the sparks caused the ditch to catch fire. No injuries were reported, and no citations were issued. • At 9:28 p.m. on June 4, the LaSalle County Sheriff’s Department received a call of a man lying on the road at 70 North 2551st Road. Officers arrived to find the man unresponsive; Oglesby Ambulance was also dispatched to the

Swimming From Page 1 “It’s important to know that kids often don’t realize the depth can change slowly, and they may not be able to touch. This causes them to panic and basically forget everything they’ve learned in swimming lessons,” Noel said. The most important thing for all family members to know is how to swim well. The Illinois Valley YMCA offers a variety of ongoing swimming lessons throughout

Sheriff’s investigators and Illinois State Police crime scene and accident reconstruction investigators were on the scene throughout the night. The investigation continues, and further information will be released as it becomes available.

Tonica Volunteer Fire Department • At 6:22 a.m. on June 3, the Tonica Volunteer Fire Department (TVFD) was called for an automatic fire alarm at The Dauber Company at 577 N. 18th Road. After arriving and investigating the facilities, it was determined there was no fire. It’s believed the alarm was caused by a power flux in the area. The TVFD responded with two pumpers and a pumper-tender and cleared the scene in about 30 minutes. • At 12:37 p.m. on June 3, the TVFD was called out for a car fire at Mile Marker 49 on Interstate 39. Firefighters found a vehicle completely involved in fire, and it was quickly extinguished and an overhaul completed. The scene was cleared in about an hour. and the Illinois State Police investigated the incident. Two people were evaluated for possible smoke inhalation and then requested no transport. The TVFD responded with a pumper, pumper-tender and an ambulance.

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IVCC Board — May meeting minutes OGLESBY — Architects of Illinois Valley Community College’s rejuvenated agriculture program said May 11 they expect continued growth as more ag students choose to stay in district to pursue their education. In his campus update to the board, instructor and program coordinator Willard Mott said the estimated 1,200 ag students in district high school agriculture programs will no longer have to travel far to seek a college degree in ag. “Agriculture is the largest industry in our district, a significant portion of our tax base, and the number of ag students in district high schools is increasing,” said Mott. “Unfortunately, these students have been forced to travel long distances or perhaps even relocate to study at other community colleges and universities. We are changing that.” Mott said high school ag enrollments include 183 students at Ottawa, 138 at Princeton, 132 Seneca, 104 Streator, 101 Fieldcrest, 98 Woodland, 95 Serena, 88 Bureau Valley, 80 Midland, 76 Mendota and 73 Putnam County. In addition, LaSalle-Peru High School is bringing back its agriculture program this fall. A total of 14 students enrolled in IVCC’s program in its first year following major curriculum changes, feedback and support from an advisory committee and the University of Illinois Extension located on campus, extensive marketing and media coverage and by “showing the flag” at ag events across the district. Last month, the board approved a degree in agricultural business management, and Mott plans to add an agronomy degree and a student organization. In other business, trustees approved: • Continuing Education Center training courses including OSHA safety from 2B Safe of East Moline for $20,000, supervisor and leadership development from Riffle of Davenport for $13,500, and IT and business solutions from Omnikron of Woodland Hills, Calif., for $192,000. • Annual radio and television advertising contracts for Fiscal 2018 totaling $69,215 and the purchase of $50,000 in WEX fuel cards for the Truck Driver Training program. • Janitorial supplies from Supply Works of Peoria for $40,000 and annual elevator maintenance from Thyssenkrupp Elevator of Peoria for $26,826. • Parts and supplies for the automotive department for the coming year from Carquest of Peru for $40,000 and Peru NAPA for $10,000. • The appointment of Leslie Hofer as the director of human resources effective May 25. • The retirement of Director of Information Technologies Diann Jabusch effective June 30. • A one-year extension of the contracts in place for President Jerry Corcoran, Vice President for Business Services and Finance Cheryl Roelfsema and Vice President for Academic Affairs Deborah Anderson. • A 2 percent raise for employees not affected by a negotiated labor agreement

and an increase in the part-time faculty pay scale. • An addendum to the five-year lease for IVCC’s Ottawa Center reducing rent for the remaining three years. • A three-year extension of the campus security contract with G4S Secure Solutions. • Purchase of two network servers and one storage area network devise (SAN) from Dell for $33,695; and purchases totaling $94,195 from CDWG of Vernon Hills for virtual technology expansion and server room Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) battery system replacements. • An enrollment driver magazine to be mailed in July and November to promote fall and spring classes for $35,000 to $40,000. The piece will be directed toward individuals 18 to 40 and will market IVCC’s unlimited transfer options, 19 applied degrees and 32 certificate programs. • Extending the contract of Tri-City Vending and Foodservice for one year. The board also learned: • Resignations from part-time employees include user services assistant Marcus Davies, assistant men’s basketball coach Justin Jacobson, part-time counselor Meg Kowalczyk, citizenship instructor Olga Horn and instructor Don Aleksy. • The 36th annual adult education recognition ceremony was held May 16, in the Cultural Centre, and on Saturday, May 20, the nurse pinning was held in the Cultural Centre; the 51st annual commencement was at 2:30 p.m. the same day in the gym. • Public meetings April 27 and May 8 regarding what impact the state budget-impasse is having on community colleges were orchestrated and well attended by faculty, students, staff and board members, Corcoran reported. “I especially appreciated the non-partisan tone of the discussions and everyone’s interest in looking for options to solve problems versus playing the ‘blame game.’” • A total of 90 employees were honored at the annual recognition event April 28 attended by approximately 170 employees and guests. • The Higher Learning Commission’s Institutional Actions Council recently reaffirmed IVCC’s accreditation through 2026-27. Moving forward, IVCC can choose the “Open Pathway” to accreditation intended for well-performing institutions that do not require substantial monitoring or contact from the HLC. Corcoran lauded Anderson for leading the successful accreditation process. “Dr. Anderson has done a superb job as our liaison with the HLC,” he said. • A new display outside conference rooms CTC124-125 details IVCC’s LEED Gold Certification and the criteria used to achieve “this extraordinary level of recognition,” Corcoran said. The 10-panel display showcases the college’s commitment to sustainable site development, water use reduction, energy efficient building systems, sustainable building materials, maximizing lighting and views, and high regard for air quality.

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The Editorial Page The Tonica News Sam R Fisher

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Transparency training: Take it, then live it By now, most – if not all – of the newcomers elected in the Consolidated Election on April 4 have been sworn into office. These newbies on elected boards and councils across the Illinois Valley have already started getting their feet wet regarding their new roles as representatives of the public on tax-supported units of government. If they have not already done so, they should go online as soon as possible and spend time doing their online training regarding the Illinois Open Meetings Act. Yes, we know. According to state law, newcomers have 90 days to complete this task – until early August, in some cases. But it will help them tremendously to have this know-how in their hip pockets as they become acclimated to their new responsibilities. There’s a reason a law was implemented in 2012 to require elected board members to take the online training. Many of them, otherwise, would have little inkling about what the Open Meetings Act requires them to do. Having a working knowledge of the Open Meetings Act empowers board members to serve the public to the best of their abilities regarding openness and transparency. During the training, they will learn various legal definitions, requirements

for legal public meetings, including advance notices and agendas, how meetings can be properly closed, what can be properly discussed in closed sessions, requirements for minutes and verbatim recordings, how the Open Meetings Act applies to electronic gatherings, enforcement of the act, and the role of the Public Access Counselor. Trainees also learn about the Freedom of Information Act. Members of public bodies need to remember the people have a right to be informed about how public business is conducted. In other words, deliberations and actions are to be conducted openly. For people unaccustomed to public service, those concepts might be foreign. But to ensure honest, aboveboard government, they are vital. Members of the public may also take the training. Here is the online address: http://foia.ilattorneygeneral.net/electronic_foia_ training.aspx It should go without saying, but we’ll say it anyway. Openness and transparency in government won’t happen unless board members and trustees and council members know the law, adhere to it, and demand that others do the same. That is our charge to newcomers on elected boards across the region: take this training, and then live it. The Tonica News

Letter to the editor Kennedy: Putting Illinois first To the Editor, At the LaSalle County Democrat’s Jackson Day Dinner on April 30, a record shattering crowd turned out in spite of torrential rainfall and local flooding. You could sense a palpable feel of resolve and fight in the crowd. Chris Kennedy, candidate for governor, gave an outstanding speech that touched on his determination to right our floundering ship of state and make the economy of Illinois work for all Illinoisans, from the urban areas of this state to the rural counties. Mr. Kennedy spoke of making the system work for all people, across all demographics regardless of economic status, geographic location or political persuasion. Kennedy spoke of the forgotten and those left behind. He spoke of those who have watched their dreams slip away and opportunity for their children all but disappear. It was a message not just grounded in reality but seasoned with resolve, determination and a practical record of making the system work for working people. For those not in attendance I respectfully ask you to you research Mr. Kennedy’s resume, his long history of success in the business community, his work in market based nonfor-profits that service the poor, the unserved, the forgotten. To the over 600 of us in attendance, we heard in Chris the echoes of greatness of his father and uncles. If you are disgusted by the status quo and the 38-yearlong hollowing out of the Middle Class, if you are disgusted by today’s record income inequality, if you are disgusted by entire geographical sections of the state left to twist slowly in the wind, then I respectfully ask you to give Mr. Kennedy a look. Mr. Kennedy wants to put Illinois first. I’d welcome you to join that fight. Mike Kohr Princeton

Remembering the high cost of freedom Every year in early June, we observe Memorial Day and remember the anniversary of the Normandy invasion of World War II, commonly called D-day. By the way, the “D” simply stands for whatever day a military assault is planned. For example; D-3 meant three days before a D-Day, while D+7 meant seven days after a D-Day. On June 6, 1944, America and her allies engaged in one of the most significant military operations of the 20th century. I have been personally touched by war and have a deep appreciation for the service and sacrifice that men and women give to protect our country. My mother’s brother, Kenny Maye, was killed in Korea, and I have his tags, casket flag and one picture of him. He was only 20 years old in 1950. Sadly, his existence is nearly unknown, and I often wonder about the life he could have had. To everyone that has sacrificed for this great nation, I sincerely thank you for your service. I live a couple miles from a national military cemetery, and its close enough to the highway to see over 1,200 perfectly lined white marble tombstones. I am sure there are many who drive past with hardly thinking about how each of these individuals at one time or another accepted the call of duty. And what is that call? To defend and protect our freedom — whatever the cost! Do you and I have convictions that strong? The first Amendment was not only signed into existence with ink, but with the blood of over 1.1 million Americans

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who have died in U.S. wars along with even more who have suffered with physical and mental difficulties. For instance, the privilege we have to publicly communicate what is on our mind are liberties that have come at a great price, and we should not take them for granted. As a chaplain for a veteran health care facility, I have the opportunity and honor to sit and talk with many fine men and women who have served in our nation’s military. Some of them are now in their 80s and 90s, and I believe it’s important to record and preserve not only their amazing war stories, but to simply listen and appreciate who they are as individuals. One of these residents is a man named Edward Hicks who willingly stepped forward when his country needed him the most. He was only 22 years old and had just married his lovely bride, Mary Lou, four months earlier. He received the call to join the front line and bravely responded to what would be known around the world as “Operation Overlord.” Edward and his company were assigned to six miles of beach that was code-named “Omaha,” which has been recorded as one of the bloodiest first wave battles of Nor-

mandy. Only 600 men survived out of 2,600 who came ashore. He recalls when he jumped out of the amphibious vehicle, how the water was up to his neck and icy cold. With being loaded down with full gear that was now water-logged, he said it was very difficult to keep from drowning. As bullets were splashing the water and whizzing past his head, all he knew to do was to stay as low as possible. Using floating bodies as shields, he was nearly paralyzed with fear. As he slowly crawled upon the sand, he immediately began to dig a hole where he could partially avoid the onslaught of constant machine gun fire. Somehow throughout the day and thankfully with the Germans running out of ammunition, he managed to work his way inland and on to accomplish the rest of his mission. He received several medals for bravery including a silver star and four bronze stars, but there is much more to being a hero than human fortitude and earning awards. It is recognizing the depth of spiritual love. The love that Jesus demonstrated on the cross is the type of compassion that inspires individuals to love and protect others as much as they love themselves. John 15:13 reminds us that, “Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.” Billy Holland lives in Central Kentucky with his wife, Cheryl, where he is a Christian author and community outreach chaplain. To learn more, visit: billyhollandministries.com.

Rauner-Madigan battle imperils state stability As a recovering political junkie, I am captivated by the titanic 2018 campaign battle shaping up between GOP Gov. Bruce Rauner and state Democratic Party chair and House speaker Mike Madigan. Rauner has reportedly committed two to three times more than the $50 million he has already put into to his campaign. Billionaire Ken Griffin just kicked in another $20 million to the Rauner cause as well. On the other side, Madigan appears to be encouraging J.B. Pritzker in his gubernatorial aspirations, on the premise he will draw on his $3.4 billion net worth to self-fund a campaign to match or better Rauner’s money. This would free union and trial lawyer money for Madigan to protect large Democratic state legislative majorities. Campaign finance expert Kent Redfield says a contest between Rauner and Pritzker would easily double the $113 million spent in the 2014 Illinois race for governor, which would make it the most expensive in American history. Much of the Rauner-GOP money will be spent on the governor’s obsession with using a governmental matter (withholding approval of a state budget) to bring Madigan to his knees, crying “Uncle” to support business-friendly reforms. After three Spring legislative sessions, this hasn’t yet worked. Rauner has had more success on the purely political front. He has successfully demonized Madigan as the fount of all the state’s political problems, via endless TV ads and even a scathing biopic (“Madigan”), which played in one of my local the-

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aters. The impact has been dramatic, at least in my downstate rural area. In years past, the guys at the back table at Connie’s Country Kitchen wouldn’t have had a clue as to who the speaker of the House was, or that we even had one. Now when I ask about the state budget mess, they are all quick to blame “that guy Madigan.” A recent poll taken by the Paul Simon Public Policy Institute at Southern Illinois University backs up my coffee-drinking friends. Only 26 percent approve of the job Madigan is doing. More important, 89 percent indeed had an opinion about Madigan. This is unprecedented in Illinois politics — that Rauner has been able to make Madigan, just one among 177 legislators, a household name statewide — think Darth Vader. Rauner’s approval rating isn’t much higher, at 36 percent. That might be even lower, had Madigan the money to vilify the governor tit-for-tat over the past two years, but he hasn’t. Madigan has to go, I agree. It is not healthy for democracy to have one man in office half a century, and in the cat bird’s seat most of that time. Madigan’s power is such that not one piece of legislation — not one — can ever pass in the Illinois legislature without his stamp of approval. Not democracy. Rauner will wrap the albatross

that he has made of Madigan around the necks of all Democratic statewide and legislative candidates. I think, in order to win the governorship next year, the Democratic nominee will have to distance himself somehow, maybe even criticize, his own Democratic Party chair, that is, House Speaker Michael Madigan. Ditto for many Democratic legislators up for re-election. Without Madigan, Rauner wouldn’t have much of a chance for re-election, in my book. With Madigan center stage in the campaign, the governor does have a chance. Rauner may also be able — though a long shot, even with his big money — to flip the nine seats in the House necessary to take control away from Madigan. It will be impossible, however, to turn the state Senate Republican. Dems have more than a three-fifths majority in that chamber, and not all senators are up for re-election. In the meantime, after three spring lawmaking sessions without one, we simply have to see a responsible state budget enacted by lawmakers and Madigan, and signed by the governor. The state’s unpaid bills alone now equal more than $1,000 for every man, woman and child in Illinois. Although in normal times it would be a terrible idea, if we don’t get a responsible budget soon, I say of all of them, “Throw the Bums Out (TTBO).” Jim Nowlan of Toulon served two terms in the Illinois House and worked under three governors. He co-wrote “Fixing Illinois: Politics and Policy in the Prairie State.” Contact Nowlan at jnowlan3@gmail.com.

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Brave of the Month recipients recognized Pictured are Tonica Grade School students recognized as Brave of the Month recipients for the year.

Stage 212 presents ‘Butcher the Bakers’ screening Screenings will be June 23 and 24 LASALLE — Stage 212 is bringing the movies back to 700 First St. in LaSalle, and spotlighting local talent, with a special screening of “Butcher the Bakers” at 7 p.m. Friday, June 23, and Saturday, June 24. “Butcher the Bakers” is the latest film from Ottawa native Tyler Amm, and features several Stage 212 alumni, including Ryan Ziegler, Sean

Walsh, Alex Dittmer, Dave Roden, Scot Smigel, Kelly Johnson, Chris Aubry, Marie Pinter, Larry Kelsey and Brian Rehor. “Butcher the Bakers” tells the tale of a Grim Reaper who terrorizes a small town, killing and collecting souls for a purpose only he knows. Sam and Martin, slackers who work at the local bakery, are hired by a mysterious stranger to stop him from killing again. A ridiculous journey unfolds, rife with blood, guts, monsters and cookies.

Tickets are $8 each, and may currently be purchased online only by visiting the Stage 212 website at www.stage212.org. Beginning June 19, tickets may also be purchased in person at the Stage 212 box office during regular office hours, Monday from 4 to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon, or reserved over the phone with Visa, MasterCard or Discover during the same hours. Tickets will also be available at the door. For more information, call 815224-3025.

Stage 212 presents ‘At Last - Cunio Sings Etta’ LASALLE — Stage 212 has announced a special concert coming soon to the Illinois Valley, as popular stage performer and recording artist Michael Cunio returns to the theater at 700 First St. in LaSalle in “At Last – Cunio Sings Etta” at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 1. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Stage 212. With “At Last,” Cunio returns to the song that launched his career and to the artist who has been his most enduring inspiration. Backed by a world class sextet, together they breathe new life into the music of icon Etta James, exploring songs from a career that spanned nearly 60 years. “At Last” features hits including “All I Could Do Was Cry,” “I’d Rather Go Blind,” “Tell Mama,” “At Last,” “A Sunday Kind Of Love” and many, many more.

Described as the “spawn of Freddie Mercury and Janis Joplin,” Cunio gained attention for his extraordinary performance of Etta James’ hit “At Last” in the nationally-televised PBS concert “Under The Streetlamp, Live!” for which he was deemed the “electrifying wailer.” With UTS he filmed two national PBS concert specials, released three albums and toured the world headlining venues including the Greek Theater & Wolf Trap. In 2015 Cunio’s gloriously gritty solo album Back Alley Soul, an ode to the grit, grease and crackle of classic soul from the ‘60s and ‘70s, debuted at No. 6 on iTunes R&B/Soul charts. Previously, Cunio starred on Broadway as Corny Collins in “Hairspray,” Tommy DeVito in the Chicago production of “Jersey Boys,” sang on the Oprah Winfrey Show, “Access

Hollywood,” “Extra” and has performed with artists including Debbie Harry, Adam Lambert, Serj Tankian and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Darlene Love. He currently plays nearly 150 live shows a year at venues including the Gramercy Theater, Brooklyn Bowl & Duane Park. Tickets for “At Last – Cunio Sings Etta” are $35 each, and may currently be purchased online only by visiting the Stage 212 website at www. stage212.org. Beginning June 19, tickets may also be purchased in person at the Stage 212 box office during regular office hours, Monday from 4 to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon, or reserved over the phone with Visa, MasterCard or Discover during the same hours. For more information, call 815224-3025.

Gateway Services will host movie night on June 21 PRINCETON — Gateway Services Inc. in Princeton will sponsor a free movie night to watch a documentary on the state butterfly — the Monarch — in celebration of National Pollinator Week, June 19-25. The movie will be playing at the Princeton Public Library at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 21, the Summer Solstice.

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of the longest known insect migrations on the planet — the flight of the Monarch butterfly from Central Mexico to the United States and Canada and back. Ellen Starr, a pollinator advocate, will be there to talk about a little about pollinators and to answer questions at the end of the movie.

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STREATOR — Community Players of Streator Inc. has set auditions for the comedy “I Hate Hamlet” which will be the fifth production in the group’s diamond jubilee season. Auditions are scheduled at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 24, and Sunday, June 25, at Engle Lane Theatre, 1012 Columbus Road in Streator. Director Larry Kelsey will be casting three men and three women with no previous theatrical experience required. Those interested will be asked to do

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Area athletes honored OGLESBY — A total of 27 Illinois Valley Community College student athletes earned Academic All-American honors from the National Junior College Athletic Association this year, IVCC Athletic Director Cory Tomasson announced. “That is the highest number of Academic All-Americans ever at IVCC,” said Tomasson. “Last year we had 11.” He added 10 of those athlete were named to the

First Team after completing the year with a perfect 4.0 GPA. In addition, 51 earned Academic All-Arrowhead Conference honors. Third team All-Americans (3.6-3.79 GPA) include Kayte Bernardoni of Lostant, volleyball. All NJCAA All-Americans also earned All-Arrowhead honors. Also receiving conference recognition were Dominique Schupp of Tonica, basketball; Neal Stasell of Lostant, baseball.

Clarinet camp announced PERU — The second annual Clarinet Camp for middle school/junior high school students will be from 9 a.m. to noon Monday, June 26, through Friday, June 30, at the Zion United Church of Christ in Peru. The camp is sponsored by Music Suite 408 and the instructor will be Emily Gallagher. For registration materials, call 815-223-4408.

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Menus Putnam County Community Center June 12 — Baked pork chop, fried potatoes, corn, peaches. June 13 — Ham salad and bun, macaroni salad, fruit, green beans, dessert. June 14 — Baked chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, broccoli, banana. June 15 — Fried chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, corn, peaches, rolls and butter. June 16 — Hot dog on bun, macaroni and cheese, green beans, orange and apple slices. Bread, butter, fruit juice and 2 percent milk are available with meals. For reservations, call 800-7574579 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.

IVCH will offer babysitting clinic PERU — Children ages 11-13 are invited to sign up for a babysitting instructional clinic to be offered at IVCH. The clinic will be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 14. Taught by IVCH registered nurses, the clinic will offer instruction about basic child care skills, safety and first aid. Students also learn how to keep young children entertained. Pre-registration for the clinic is required by calling 815-780-3337 or register online. The class fee is $30, which includes lunch and all class materials.

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MORE ON 34 2 DAY GARAGE SALE PRINCETON Bureau County Fairgrounds (Rt 6 & 34). Friday, Saturday, June 16 & 17: 8am - ? Inside & Outside selling spaces available. Call Kathy (after 3pm) 815-866-3606 or see Bureaucountyfair.com

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- 700 Real Estate For Sale **************** PUBLISHER'S NOTICE All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call, HUD tollfree at 800 669-9777. The toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 800 927-9275

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing on said Budget and Appropriation Ordinance will be held at 6:00 p.m. Central Daylight Savings Time, on the 11th day of July, 2017, at the office and home of the Secretary/ Treasurer, in said Fire Protection District, and that final action on said Ordinance will be taken by the Board of Trustees of said District at a meeting to be held at 6:00 p.m. Central Daylight Savings Time, at the home and office of said Secretary/ Treasurer, Craig C. Smith, 451 N. 35th Road, LaSalle, Illinois 61301 in said Fire Protection District. BY ORDER of the Board of Trustees of said District Dated this 25th day of May 2017. DIMMICK-PERU RURAL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT PETER F. FERRACUTI, P.C. ATTORNEY AT LAW 110 East Main Street Ottawa, Illinois 61350 (815) 434-3535 Published in the Tonica News June 9, 2017.

Estate may be filed with the office of the Circuit Clerk, Probate Division, Downtown Courthouse, 119 W. Madison St., Ottawa, Illinois, or with the representative, or both, within six 6) months from the date of issuance of letters. 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. GREG VACCARO Clerk of the Circuit Court Gary L. Gearhart GEARHART LAW OFFICE Attorney for Plaintiff 951 Fifth Street LaSalle, IL 61301 Phone: (815) 223-8009 Fax: (815) 223-8003 Published in the Tonica News June 9, 16 and 23, 2017.

administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the Clerk. 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 November 30, 2017, or if mailing or delivery of notice from the representative is required by Section 5/18-3 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 26th day of May, 2017. Greg Vaccaro, Clerk of the Circuit Court 13th Judicial Circuit, LaSalle County, Illinois Published in the Tonica News May 26, June 2 and 9, 2017.

DELORES BARRERA, Broker/Owner Published in the Tonica News June 2, 9 and 16, 2017.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT LA SALLE COUNTY OTTAWA, ILLINOIS IN RE: THE ESTATE ) OF MARK R. ) DONNELLY, ) DECEASED. ) NO. 2017-P-96 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is hereby given of the death of Mark R. Donnelly, late of LaSalle, Illinois. Letters of office were issued on May 17, 2017, to Jose Janica, whose attorney is Gary Gearhart, GEARHART LAW OFFICE, 951 Fifth Street, LaSalle, Illinois 61301. Claims against the

IN THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF LASALLE COUNTY Estate of ) DONALD D. TIPTON, ) Deceased. ) No. 2017-P-88 NOTICE TO CLAIMANTS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of the death of DONALD D. TIPTON. Letters of office as Independent Executor were issued on May 9, 2017 to NORMA J. GLOGOWSKI, 1623 Poplar Street, Ottawa, Illinois 61350 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. 5/284) any interested person terminates independent

NOTICE OF FILING OF ASSUMED NAME STARVED ROCK REALTY PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on May 18, 2017, I have caused to be filed with the LaSalle County Clerk’s Office, located in the LaSalle County Governmental Center, 707 Etna Road, Ottawa, LaSalle County, Illinois, a Certificate of Intention to conduct and transact a broker/ real estate business in the County of LaSalle and State of Illinois under the assumed named of STARVED ROCK REALTY, which business is to be initially located at 620 Division (Rt. 178), Utica, IL. Any questions may be directed to Staved Rock Realty’s attorney, PATRICK A. BARRY, at 160 Marquette Street, P.O. Box 517, LaSalle, Illinois, 61301-0517, (815)-224-3200.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Board of Education of School District Number 425 in the County of LaSalle, State of Illinois, that the amended budget for said School District for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2016, will be on file and conveniently available to public inspection at the District Office, 315 W. 3rd St., Lostant, Illinois, from and after 8 o’clock a.m. on the 22nd day of May 2017. Notice is further hereby given that a public hearing on said amended budget will be held at 6:00 p.m. on the 21st day of June, 2017, in the School District No. 425 Board Room. Board of Education School District Number 425, County of LaSalle, State of Illinois. Sandra Malahy Recording Secretary May 22, 2017 Published in the Tonica News June 9, 2017.

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