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Tonica looks at bus service, music teacher By Zachary J. Pratt news@tonicanews.com
TONICA — The Tonica School District is considering contracting with Illinois Central School Bus for its transportation services, but it cannot enter into a contract while its current agreement is ongoing. Tonica Superintendent/Principal Chuck Schneider said, according to Illinois School Code, “You cannot enter into a contract with a third party company if you are currently contracted in your district.” With the current contract ending two days after school begins, Schneider said the district can still utilize the company for those two days under a rental agreement, for which the company has agreed to charge the same as though contracted. Karen Fassig, a representative for Illinois Central School Bus, said the company typically puts the
routes together itself, for approval by the superintendent, but that the district could put the route together instead. The routes could be designed to utilize a bus and driver used by another school, which could allow costs to be split between the two. “If I can take one of the Tonica routes and tie it in, that will save you and them both,” Fassig said. Schneider said in such a situation, the students from different schools would never be on the bus at the same time. The district has yet to officially enter into a contract with Illinois Central School Bus. Also at the July 19 meeting, Tonica has an agreement with Deer Park, in which the two districts share a music teacher in the coming year and split the costs; a teacher for the position has yet to be found. “Right now, we do not have any viable candidates,”
Schneider said. Tonica has interviewed a number of candidates, but all have fallen through, whether because they accepted a position elsewhere or because they decided the move would not be beneficial. Schneider said he has learned of teachers who were close to being hired for other districts but ended second in choice. By the time he was able to contact them, they had already taken positions elsewhere. “They’re filling fast,” Schneider said. However, Tonica is currently kept waiting. In other hiring news, Tonica is hiring Betsy Sobin as a Title 1 teacher. “She is coming to us from Illinois Valley Community College, where a program is being reduced,” Schneider said. The district is also hiring Nick Heiser as athletic director.
Small town girl, worldwide scholar PCHS graduate wins full ride to study abroad By Dave Cook
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Workers demolish a Spring Valley landmark last week — The Big House, a popular eating establishment in the Illinois Valley for many years.
The Big House takes the big fall By Goldie R app news@tonicanews.com
SPRING VALLEY — Demolition crews spent last week tearing down the notable white landmark known as The Big House in downtown Spring Valley. The current owner of the property, Spring Valley City Bank, has intentions of using the location for over-flow parking. Back in February, Bank President Matthew Merboth first announced plans to demolish the local historic structure. Vol. 143 No. 34 Two Sections - 16 Pages
Before the bank purchased the property, it had been gifted by the Bonucci family last year to Spring Valley Apostolic Tabernacle, which had plans to tear down the structure and build a new church. However, Spring Valley Council denied the special use permit needed for the project. Council members had concerns about a church being compatible with neighboring residential homes and commercial properties. The Big House operated as a renown Italian restaurant for years up until Nov. 1, 2015. It was known for its Monday night
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GRANVILLE — For many college students it’s traditional to spend time studying abroad in order to widen their intellectual horizons. However, doing so adds the cost of international travel to the already enormous expense of an education. For one local graduate though, those worries are over. Marlee Giacometti, a 2013 Putnam County High School graduate, was recently awarded a full ride scholarship to study in Thailand and Vietnam for the upcoming fall term. The scholarship is being provided through The Education Abroad Network (TEAN) and is one of only two awarded this year. Giacometti’s scholarship was the only one awarded to an American student. She’s working toward a degree in environmental science from the University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee and plans on a career in environmental education, so she can help younger generations learn about climate change and conservation. “It’s such an honor for
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OGLESBY — The Women Inspired Network has just completed its grant application process for 2017. This year, the WIN Steering Committee has chosen six applicants for the $8,500 grant, all of which will be discussed by WIN members at the next WIN gathering held on July 30 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The event is set to be held at the Dickinson House in Oglesby. The six agencies nominated to receive this
year’s grant include: Zearing Child Care Center, Bureau County; ADV/SAS serving LaSalle County; Starved Rock Regional Center, LaSalle and Bureau counties; LaSalle County Extension 4-H Program and Freedom House, serving Bureau and other counties. Members and friends are invited to the next WIN potluck gathering on July 30; so do not hesitate to bring a guest. The grant recipient
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her, I think it’s great to see small town kids have big lifetime experiences,” her mother, Dede Giacometti said. According to its website, TEAN is a full-service international education provider specializing in immersive study and internship programs throughout Asia Pacific. Each program is tailored to the individual students’ interests, and they’ve had more than 20 years of experience with helping students attend one of more than 30 universities in the region. “While studying abroad, I’ll be attending Chiang Mai University in Chiang Mai, Thailand, and Hoa Sen University in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam. I’m doing a split semester, so I’ll be affiliated with both institutions throughout my time abroad, although I’ll be doing some distance learning” she said. Giacometti chose to study in Thailand and
finalists will be voted on after the Sept. 24 meeting, from Sept. 25 to Oct. 8. The grant review team is made up of members of the steering committee will review each application and help choose a winner. The grant application deadline was July 16, so no more application will be accepted this year, but keep an out for the application period next year. The Women Inspired Network is a giving circle
of women in the Starved Rock Country area who strive to better their community through philanthropic efforts and time investment. Any woman may join WIN if she wishes to get in involved in her community. WIN offers a network of philanthropically minded women in the surrounding areas that share ideals and goals and push to make those goals and ideals a reality while also building strong and sus-
Vietnam because she’s concerned about the environment and climate crisis and wants to be able to experience and learn about areas of the world which are being affected by climate change, even though these small countries contribute little to the problem. “I am also very outdoorsy and have always been awestruck by the natural landscapes of both countries,” she said. To ensure she’s able to get the most from her new opportunity, Giacometti is taking Thai and Vietnamese language courses, as well as a few international relations courses related to Southeast Asia. “They don’t directly apply to my major of environmental science, but they’ll help me fully understand the global issue of climate change,” she said. Giacometti’s goal is to major in conservation and environmental science and minor in geographic information systems (GIS). “I someday hope to develop a career in GIS mapping for wildland fire crews to help miti-
tainable funds for initiatives they find the most important. To reserve a spot at the next WIN gathering on July 30, contact Pamela at the Starved Rock Country Community Foundation by email at Pamela@ srccf.org or by phone at 815-252-2906. All the information about WIN, who is involved and what WIN does can be found at http://srccf.org/donate/ women-inspired-network.
gate and research these major disasters,” she said. While there will be plenty of time spent studying and working toward her degrees, Giacometti is looking forward to visiting the Phi Phi Islands and the different temples located throughout the two countries. According to the TEAN website, she was chosen to receive this opportunity because she represents their core value, Choose Earth, which is focused on sustainable living. Their programs and practices nurture global thinking and informed local action because individual choices have a global impact. “This semester I’m hoping to learn how the cultures and nations of Southeast Asia are addressing huge environmental issues and how it’s transforming their societies, given that many of them are developing nations. Coming back to the U.S. to complete my degree, I believe this will give me a different perspective on my program and help me diversify my studies in this field” Giacometti said.
Big House From Page 1 running the place during prohibition era. “Supposedly, guys in the business of selling booze illegally were frequent guests of the place,” he said. “It’s was always a busy, busy place up until 1980. If there was anything going on in the town of Spring Valley, you could find out more about it there at the bar of the Big House.” The restaurant was the place the Bonuccis met for big family get-togethers. “It was a warm, friendly, good place to go. The bonus was always after supper, you could run over across the parking lot and get an ice cream cone for 10 cents,” Bonucci said. “I have a ton of great memories there as a kid.” The business was passed on to Bonucci’s grandparents and while his dad never had much interest in running the restaurant business himself, the family continued to own the property and his grandmother convinced Thone, who was a busboy in the restaurant, to take over management. Over the years, notables like boxer Jack Dempsey, Sen. Everett Dirksen and violinist David Rubinoff enjoyed the home-style ambiance and cooking of The Big House. Before The Big House was a bar and renown Italian restaurant, it was home to Sam Dalzell, who was manager of Spring Valley Coal Co. He built the home in 1890.
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Great-grandma dilemma As I’m sitting here looking down at my fashionably loose-fitting long top, frayed jeans and past the frog tattoo on my foot to the flip-flops I had just worn to the coffee house, I can’t help but think of all my ancestors Earlene who bore the name of Campbell Mother or Ma. Whether there was COMMENTARY a great-grand, or a grand in front of it, or if it was just plain old “Mother” or “Ma,” the contrast between them and me, and others living in the present era, sticks out like a sore thumb. Should they see me, great-grandma would drop dead in her tracks. Grandma would give me $5 and tell me to go get myself a decent house dress (that’s what they cost in her day). “Gosh, Grandma, let me check and see what I can find on-line,” as I pull out my I-phone. She would reply, “You won’t find anything on the line. I already brought the wash in.” Then she would spy “Caleb” my frog, “What in the world is that thing on your foot?!” She would inform me that foot was already in Hell, with the rest of me to follow soon after. Then she would tsk and say, “You’re going to trip and hurt yourself with those things on your feet. Here’s another $5 … go get yourself some dependable shoes to wear … and make sure they cover up that frog.” Now we’re down to Mamma. Her reaction is a bit harder to describe. I guess, basically, she would chew me out and tell me I had just disgraced the whole family, way back through the generation that took the slow-boat over from the old country. ••• Now, I’m great-grandma! Holy crap – how did I get here? I went through grand-motherhood with flying colors, just turned around and I’m a “great!” Well, it’s all good – but I thought “greats” were OLD, as in decrepit. Heck, I used to think “grands” were old. OK, so I accept that I’m there, but then it hit me – my little boy and girl are Grandpa and Grandma! Grandmas just ain’t what they used to be. My kids and grandkids think my trendy outfits are all good, and they love my “frog tat.” They have no clue what a traditional grandma has been portrayed to be, and if anyone comes along and tells them, I’ll deny it. ••• As Jerry and I have become the older generation, our entertainment has changed drastically. Working the morning word puzzle and sitting around reading takes a priority. And we have found that the 4:15 p.m. movie at the Apollo Theater works great for us. We get home and still have time to grab a bite to eat before watching Wheel-of-Fortune. Running late … we fill our plates and drag out the TV trays. It is when I read in the papers, “Elderly Woman … blah-blah-blah,” and the article proceeds to state her age, that I realize how the world views me. She’s younger than I am! I can’t honestly resent this. You see, he truth is, I too, used to think that age was old. There is a certain urgency now that I’m approaching 78. Each day needs to be spent as though it is the last, and if there is anything I want to do, or amends I should make – I’d best be getting it done. My bucket-list changes; those accomplished are crossed off; and as the whim strikes me, some are added. Just today I added taking another online writing course and joining a writer’s group if I can find one that will have me. Hopefully, you will be able to notice an improvement. ••• Jerry and I just celebrated our 56th wedding anniversary. Our marriage, like most, has been filled with all possible emotions. Starting with elation and mountain-top love, then came the anger and arguments (you wouldn’t think such a mild guy could be so stubborn), followed by the fun of making-up (no details on that one). At any rate, we have had a great roller-coaster ride together and, by God’s grace, came out loving stronger than ever. At this point in our lives, we make a superb team — he depends on me to hear for him, and I depend on him to think for me — it works. Don’t forget to F R O G! Earlene Campbell lives by the FROG motto — Fully Rely On God. She resides in Princeton and can be reached at earlenecampbell@rocketmail.com.
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I support school funding reform To the Editor, School funding reform is of the utmost importance to all Illinois residents, whether they have children in the public school system or not. The majority of funding for our public schools is supposed to be given by the state government, yet over time the state has fallen short of this constitutional mandate. When that happens, the responsibility is shifted to the property taxpayers, which is why we pay so much more here in Illinois than in surrounding states. The budget passed earlier this month left many questions in regards to education funding. Specifically, the budget increased funding for education, but only appropriates that money if the evidence based model is in effect. Currently, the foundation formula is in state statute, so money cannot be distributed to school districts until that is changed. This is a clear example of the majority party using children to further their political agenda. During the spring legislative session, a bipartisan working group of Democrats and Republicans made great strides negotiating to change current foundation formula to the evidence-based model. Unfortunately, like we see far too often, the majority party walked away from negotiations. Instead, in the final week of session, they ran their own bill which imbeds a perpet-
ual Chicago Public Schools (CPS) pension bailout into the formula. School funding reform is about making sure all 852 school districts in Illinois receive the funding they need to educate their students properly. That’s why the proposed idea that 70 percent of the new funding will head to Chicago when they only contain 23 percent of our student population is preposterous. This CPS bailout is not about improved learning for CPS students. This money will not be headed for the classrooms. It is about adults’ pensions, not children’s education. How does bailing out CPS pensions help students in classrooms anywhere else around the state? That’s why I have chosen to support bills that truly send the money where it is needed. Both HB4069 and SB1124 provide equitable funding for Illinois Valley schools as well as Chicago. By sitting back and accepting SB1 for what it is, I would be actively allowing almost $2 million that our school districts deserve, to be sent up to Chicago to correct years of financial mismanagement. I am focused on ensuring Illinois is taking a fair approach so that all school districts get the critical resources they need to educate our children. Illinois State Rep. Jerry Long Streator
Don’t support ACA repeal To the Editor, Repealing the ACA will have wide-ranging effects, not many of them good. For starters it will eliminate the Medicaid expansion which provides health care to those who are not able to afford health care insurance. Eliminating this expansion will immediately cut off access to affordable health care for millions. This will have negative effects on the disabled, less fortunate and the most vulnerable in our society. Another effect of repealing the ACA will be to eliminate the subsidies on the ACA exchanges. These subsidies, available to those earning less than 400 percent of the FPL, provide access to affordable health care insurance for millions of self-employed, under-employed and those not yet eligible for Medicare. These people are all hard-working, taxpayers, who because of employment choices or lack of employment opportunities, do not have access to an employer-sponsored plan. Eliminating these subsidies will make health care insurance unaffordable for millions of people. Another effect, which is less talked about, is the various protections the ACA provided. These protections ensure that health care policies meet certain basic coverage requirements. These basic requirements are
coverage of prescriptions, annual checkups, pre-existing conditions, diagnostic tests, emergency room visits, and many others. These protections ensured that policy holders were covered for the most basic of health care services in the event of an unforeseeable health event. Before passage of the ACA it was very common to have common procedures not covered. It was not uncommon to have an emergency room visit that was not covered by insurance, forcing you to pay hundreds or even thousands of dollars. It was not uncommon to have coverage rescinded because of a diagnosis of a catastrophic illness such as cancer or diabetes, in fact, insurance companies had whole departments dedicated to that process. Repeal of the ACA will be catastrophic for millions of Americans. It will not make access to health care more affordable and accessible, it will decrease access and increase costs, both short-term and long-term. I recommend every one contact their members of congress and urge them to not support a repeal of the ACA without an acceptable replacement. Bill Becker Roscoe
‘A better chance of staying dry’ To the Editor, Illinois is seeing first-hand the havoc flooding creates for people in Northern Illinois. Four counties have been declared disaster areas as the Fox River, Des Plaines River, Chain of Lakes and other waterways have wiped out property and infrastructure. The state of Illinois has the largest collection of inland bodies of water and rivers in the continental United States. Twelve percent of surface in Illinois is mapped as a flood plain. My 38th Senate District, which stretches from Bureau County on the west to Will County on the east, has about 130 miles worth of river frontage, one of the most in the state. Ottawa alone is the watershed for 12,000 square miles. Flooding is serious in Illinois, and it requires a serious approach to deal with it. Like Northern Illinois right now, in 2013, communities I represent along the Illinois and Fox rivers also lived the hardships that comes with severe flooding. Many neighborhoods, businesses and infrastructure were destroyed. The Morris Hospital had to close. Thousands of lives were impacted; property was lost; tokens of precious memories were gone forever; and infrastructure had to be rebuilt. That flood cost LaSalle and Grundy counties alone more than $150 million. That’s why after that flood, my office teamed up with local leaders and started the Illinois Valley Flood Resil-
iency Alliance (IVFRA). The IVFRA brings communities, local governments and emergency personnel together as one unit to prepare for and battle floods. It includes LaSalle, Grundy, Bureau, and Putnam counties. The IVFRA meets four times a year and has resiliency plans in place for the region. Cities in my district have implemented new flood-related ordinances that are helping keep water away from homes, schools and businesses. There are also now 24 new certified floodplain managers in my district. The IVFRA has received statewide and national attention. It’s is also now approved as a continuing education credit for certified floodplain managers. In April, our area saw rising rivers and streams after heavy rainfall. However, after coordinating with members of our Illinois Valley Flood Resiliency Alliance, the impact was minimal. How governments respond upstream and downstream impacts other communities along the waterway. So, being on the same page as a region has made a big difference. The IVFRA is truly a model other regions of the state and the country should adopt. It has given our communities a better chance at staying dry. Illinois State Sen. Sue Rezin, representing Bureau, Grundy, LaSalle, Kendall, Livingston, Putnam and Will counties Morris
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Community dinner planned in Tonica TONICA — Little Angels Ministry will host its third annual community dinner on Wednesday, Aug. 2, at the Tonica United Methodist Church, serving from 5 to 8 p.m. during the hours of the Closet of Hope.
Tonica Grade School announces registration TONICA — Tonica Grade School will have registration for all students from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 2, and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 3. Families new to the district should provide proof of
residency such as a utility bill or rental agreement. For more information, including forms and school supply lists, see the registration tab on the school website, www.tonicagradeschool.org.
ministry, open every Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Tonica United Methodist Church. All clothes, shoes and coats are free. For more information on Little Angels, contact Tina Lund at 815488-4101.
Harry Potter: 20 years later celebration at library LASALLE — The LaSalle Public Library will host “Harry Potter: 20 Years Later” from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, July 29. Participants are invited to participate in a number of activities synonymous with the series. Crafts include designing a personalized wand, creating a customized Harry Potter “House” bookmark, and crafting a miniature book pin of “Harry Potter
Lostant Grade School announces registration LOSTANT — Lostant Grade School will hold its registration from noon to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 2, and from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 3, in the school office. A $25 discount for each
The menu will include barbecue, hot dogs, chips, cookies and drink. This is free to all. A backpack with school supplies will be given free to each schoolage child present. Closet of Hope is a free clothing
student is given if registered on or before Aug. 3. If you are unable to attend registration on Aug. 2 or 3 call the school office at 815-368-3392 to schedule an appointment.
and the Sorcerer’s Stone.” Participants will receive a 3D printed Deathly Hallows pendant or charm, a “20 Years” keepsake pin and a magical recipe book. Participants may also try their hand at concocting five different potions. Costumes are not necessary, but participants may come dressed as their favorite character. This program is free and open to
the public, but is limited to youth ages 6 and up. Children under the age of 8 years must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Because registration is not necessary, all activities will be available while supplies last. The LaSalle Public Library is located at 305 Marquette, LaSalle, and is ADA compliant and welcoming. For more information, call the library at 815-223-2341.
L.E.A.S.E. preschool team will conduct free screenings TONICA — The L.E.A.S.E. (LaSalle/Putnam County Educational Alliance for Special Education) preschool team will conduct a free screening for all 3-, 4- and 5-year-olds not enrolled in kindergarten. The child’s speech,
Blood drive on Aug. 7 PERU — Illinois Valley Community Hospital in Peru will host an American Red Cross blood drive from 10:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Monday, Aug, 7, in the conference room of the IVCH office building, 1305 Sixth St. in Peru. To make an appointment, call Danielle Bourell at 815-7803387. Walk-ins are welcome.
language, hearing, vision and general readiness development will be assessed. A game format is used and takes approximately 25 minutes. Parents are urged to register their child for this free screening.
Registration in Deer Park, Lostant and Tonica will be from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Monday, July 31, through Friday, Aug. 4, at Tonica Grade School. To register a child, call 815-4423420 during school hours.
Area students graduate from WGU SALT LAKE CITY — Five area students have received degrees from Western Governors University in Salt Lake City. The university held its 33rd semi-annual commencement ceremony at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City on July 15 and celebrated the graduation of more than 10,000 graduates.
Streator Ag Day STREATOR — Streator Ag Day will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 29, at the Streator City Park. Attractions will include a flea market, a free petting zoo, a farmer’s market, a log carver, antique tractors, a blacksmith, refreshments, a pancake breakfast and music all day long.
Area graduates include: • Suzan Cmolik of Putnam, Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Management. • Jessie Bouxsein of Granville, Master of Science in Nursing - Education (RN to MSN). • Christina Crew of LaSalle, Bachelor of Science in Business Manage-
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Rashid is recipient of Janko Scholarship OTTAWA — The Starved Rock Country Community Foundation has announced the Dick and Carol (Kettman) Janko Scholarship for Promising Entrepreneurs has been awarded to Alea Rashid of Streator. She is a graduate of Streator High School and will attend Butler University for the 201718 academic year to study international business. The Janko Scholarship reflects the Jankos’ lifelong commitment to youth, education, economic development and entrepreneurship. As consistent and caring philanthropists, the $5,000 scholarship is a most prestigious award. The fact the inaugural award will benefit a graduate of Streator High School is especially meaningful because Carol (Kettman) Janko graduated from Streator High School in 1946. Throughout her high school career, Alea has demonstrated high academic achievement and leadership, received a host of honors and awards and participated in many activi-
ties that will serve her well as a young entrepreneur. She intends to create opportunities to empower women around the world to seek ways to enjoy the rights and freedoms of women in the United States. “A number of very qualified candidates made application for the coveted Dick and Carol (Kettman) Janko Scholarship for Promising Entrepreneurs,” said Jay McCracken, the former superintendent of Putnam County Schools, an IVCC Board member and the chairman of the SRCCF Board of Directors. “We extend our sincere congratulations to Alea as the first winner of this most generous scholarship, made possible by Dick and Carol Janko.” To contribute to the Dick and Carol (Kettman) Janko Scholarship Fund, and/or to learn more about Starved Rock Country Community Foundation scholarship opportunities, visit www. srccf.org or call 815-2522906.
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Barringer receives scholarship Jessica Barringer (left) of Mendota is the 2017 winner of the Carol Greening Memorial Nursing Scholarship administered by the Illinois Valley Community Hospital Foundation. Greening was an IVCH nurse manager who died in 2000. The scholarship was established by her husband, the late Ken Greening. Presenting the scholarship to Barringer is Rose Mary Carrico, director of the IVCH medical floor and a member of the scholarship committee. Barringer is entering her second year in the Illinois Valley Community College nursing program this fall.
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Free job fair hosted by Rep. Jerry Long OTTAWA — Local and regional employers covering a wide range of manufacturing, labor, health care, educational, retail and community services are set to participate in a free job fair hosted by Illinois State Rep. Jerry Long (R- Streator) from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 2, at Wallace Grade School in Ottawa, located at 1463 N. 33rd Road. Admission to the job fair is free and open to the general public. The job fair features employers that are looking to hire right now. Job-seekers are encouraged to bring plenty of resumes. Any questions should be directed to Long’s office at 815-510-9689.
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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 11th day of July, 2017. John Balestri Attorney For Executor 149 Gooding Street LaSalle IL 61301 Phone: 815-223-6600 Published in the Tonica News July 21, 28 and Aug. 4, 2017.
CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT LASALLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS ESTATE OF ) LORETTA J. ) FLAHERTY ) Deceased ) No. 2017-P-141 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of LORETTA J. FLAHERTY. Letters of office were issued on July 6, 2017 to GERALD S. FLAHERTY 7510 N. Edgewild Dr., Peoria, IL 61614 as Executor whose attorney is John Balestri, Bernabei, Balestri and Fiocchi, 149 Gooding Street,
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Touting the health benefits of tea A drink that can soothe your soul and help your body at the same time We sip it. We slurp it. Sometimes on those hot, summer days, we even gulp it. But regardless of how we actually drink it, tea is known to have properties that can offer one a healthier alternative to other beverages. According to webmd. com, tea has been regarded as a key to good health for thousands of years in the East, where it’s believed teas is a good component to good health, wisdom and happiness. From that knowledge, people in the western part of the world — which includes the United States — have also found there are many health benefits of a variety of teas. In fact, studies have found some teas might help with certain diseases of the heart, cancer and diabetes. Some may also help with weight loss, lowering cholesterol and helping with being mentally
alert, primarily because of the caffeine associated with the drink. “There doesn’t seem to be a downside to tea,” says American Dietetic Association spokeswoman Katherine Tallmadge, MA, RD, LD. “I think it’s a great alternative to coffee drinking. First, tea has less caffeine. It’s pretty well established that the compounds in tea – their flavonoids – are good for the heart and may reduce cancer.” Of course there are still questions about how long a cup of tea actually needs to be steeped to derive the most from this popular drink — as well as questions about how much tea one needs to drink to reap the benefits — most nutritionists believe any tea is primarily a good tea — especially those that are brewed versus bottled teas, which often add extra calories with flavors and sweeteners.
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The color spectrum: Green, black and white teas Green tea
White tea
This tea is made with steamed tea leaves, and it has a high concentration of EGCG. While antioxidants from green tea may interfere with the growth of bladder, breast, lung, stomach, pancreatic and colorectal cancers, it is also known to help prevent clogging of one’s arteries, helps to burn fat, work against stress on the brain, reduce risks of neurological issues like Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease and strokes, as well as improve cholesterol levels.
This tea is uncured and unfermented. One study showed white tea has the most potent anti-cancer properties compared to more processed teas.
Black tea This tea is made with fermented tea leaves. It is known to have the highest amount of caffeine, and it is usually the base for flavored teas like chai and some instant tea varieties. Studies have shown black tea may protect lungs from damage to these organs caused by cigarette smoke. It also may reduce the risk of stroke.
Getting to know herb: Herbal teas Herbal teas are made from herbs, roots, seeds and fruits that are steeped in hot water. It’s known herbal teas have a lower concentration of antioxidants than green, white, black and oolong teas, and according to webmd.com, the make-up of these teas vary depending on what plants are used. Some of the varieties include ginger, ginkgo biloba, ginseng, hibiscus, jasmine, rosehip, mint, rooibos (red tea), chamomile and echinacea. Here are some findings regarding herbal teas:
Oolong tea With this tea in an animal study, those animals given antioxidants from oolong tea were found to have lower bad cholesterol levels. One variety of oolong, Wuyi, is heavily marketed as a weight loss supplement, but science hasn’t backed the claims.
Pu-erh tea This tea is made from fermented and aged leaves. Thought of as a black tea, its leaves are pressed into cakes. One animal study showed that animals given pu-erh had less weight gain and reduced LDL cholesterol. Source: Webmd.com.
Echinacea
Its antioxidants may help prevent complications from diabetes, like loss of vision and nerve and kidney damage, and stunt the growth of cancer cells.
Often touted as a way to fight the common cold, but the research on echinacea has been inconclusive.
Hibiscus
A South African herb that is fermented. Although it has flavonoids with cancer-fighting properties, medical studies have been limited. Source: Webmd.com.
A small study found that drinking three cups of hibiscus tea daily lowered blood pressure in people with modestly elevated levels.
Rooibos (red tea)
The tradition of High Tea began in England in the mid-1700s. It was an afternoon meal that was usually served between 3 and 4 p.m. and held primarily for men who were working. They ate and drank standing up or seated on tall stools, thus the name “High Tea.” At that time, tea would be served along with cakes, scones, cheese on toast or other pieces of bread. As time passed High Tea became more of a social event, rather than a working man’s snack. High Tea began popping up on social calendars for ladies and gentlemen throughout England. Since the evening meal was usually served late — never before 8 or 9 p.m., the High Tea for those not working helped to keep their belly from being empty. Many times it was held prior to playing cards or going to the theater. If you enjoy a good sandwich now and then, you’ve got High Tea to thank for it. John Montagu, the fourth Earl of Sandwich, developed the concept of putting meat and other delicious fillings between two slices of bread — a sandwich. These sandwiches caught on quickly for High Teas participants. High Tea is celebrated around the world in a variety of fashions. Source: thecarrington.com.
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Thinking about health U.S. health care ranked lower than in most developed nations By Trudy Lieberman Rural Health News Service
One thing I haven’t heard much in this latest health care debate is that the U.S. has the best health system in the world. That’s different from the last two times around. When the nation debated the Clinton health plan in 1994 and the Affordable Care Act in 2009-10, a huge talking point for politicians and special business interests opposed to reform was, “The American system is so good, why change it?� It’s different this year. Maybe that’s because the public realizes America doesn’t have the best, and their own interactions with what American health care has become tell them a different story. The old talking point doesn’t compute any more. Of course, we’ve all had some good experiences. And we generally continue to believe the money we spend on super expensive technology and medicines equates to good care even though evidence shows those costly interventions may not deliver as advertised and actually may be harmful. However, taken as a whole and measured on several dimensions, including access to care, administrative efficiency, equity and health outcomes, the U.S. compares poorly relative to other industrialized countries. In its latest study comparing the U.S. with 10 other countries – the United Kingdom, Australia, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, Germany, Canada and France – the U.S. ranks dead last. This is the sixth time since 2004 The Commonwealth Fund, which supports Thinking
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About Health columns, has done such a survey. “Each time we have managed to be last,� says Eric Schneider, a senior vice president of the Fund. I’ve been writing about these surveys since they began, but this time the findings really grabbed my attention, especially this: In the U.S., 44 percent of people with incomes below the median – about $55,700 in 2015 – reported the cost of care prevented them from getting medical treatment they needed. Twenty-six percent of those with incomes above the median also said financial barriers prevent them from getting care. That means that the high deductibles and high co-insurance that most health plans now require makes it hard to pay for care. By contrast, in the U.K. only 7 percent of people with low incomes and only 4 percent of those with higher incomes said they had trouble getting care. Yes, that’s England, the nation whose National Health Service has been much maligned by American politicians over the years. In this latest survey, the U.K. ranked No. 1 overall and was judged the best when it came to equity and the process of care — preventive care, safe care, coordinated care and patient preferences — and third when it came to access. People in Britain seem to be doing OK
despite all those queues for services Americans have heard about from the media. When it came to equity, access to care, and health outcomes, the U.S. ranked last, which also challenges the common assumption we have the best care in the world. The U.S. has given a lot of attention to health care over the past decade, and the positive changes made by the Affordable Care Act have substantially decreased the number of uninsured and provided generous subsidies to help them buy coverage. I would have expected our rankings to improve. I asked Schneider about that. He explained the lack of universal coverage is a barrier, and the cost of care is still too high for too many Americans, even if they have insurance. Families with incomes in the middle ranges of eligibility for ACA subsidies – incomes of around $60,000 or $70,000 - get small subsidies and face high deductibles and other cost-sharing, a trade-off they must make if they can afford only plans with low premiums. Our complicated system of getting medical bills paid and the endless negotiations between providers and insurers – in other words, the administrative hassle — is also a huge drawback. Fifty-four percent of U.S. primary care doctors said insurance restrictions made it hard to get needed treatment for their patients, Schneider said. “That’s a big problem.� The U.K., Australia and New Zealand shine on this dimension. Schneider said if the U.S. changed the way it pays providers, used fee schedules and global budgets — an amount a country, group
In its latest study comparing the U.S. with 10 other countries – the United Kingdom, Australia, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, Germany, Canada and France – the U.S. ranks dead last. or hospital decides it will spend on care — the public would benefit. Just as important, Schneider told me, was the lack of U.S. investment in primary care compared to other countries where primary care is more widely and uniformly available. They dedicate a greater percentage of their medical workforce to that kind of care rather than specialty care. The U.S favors expensive specialists. So does the U.S. do well on anything? Although we ranked last on overall health outcomes such as life expectancy at age 60, there were bright spots such as breast cancer survival and fewer hospital deaths for heart attacks and stroke. Those few achievements are simply not good enough. What’s your biggest beef with the health care system? Write to Lieberman at trudy.lieberman@gmail.com.
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Don’t take fatigue lying down Have you ever had one of those days where you are so weary, you can’t seem to do anything except binge-watch Netflix? Sure, everyone gets tired sometimes, and often bounces back after a quick rest or a good night’s sleep. However, if bouts of fatigue occur more often and last longer, you shouldn’t ignore them. “Older adults may chalk up fatigue to aging, but there is no reason you should battle ongoing tiredness,” says Dr. Suzanne Salamon, a geriatric physician with Harvard-affiliated Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.
Here are signs that you should take your tiredness seriously:
• Inability to do activities you enjoy. • Waking up exhausted, even after a good night’s sleep. • Not feeling motivated to begin the day. • Sudden bouts of exhaustion that go away and then return. • Shortness of breath. This type of fatigue can affect your health in many ways. You may have less energy to exercise. You may have trouble concentrating, staying alert and remembering things. You may anger easily and become more socially isolated. It’s worth checking in with your doctor Fatigue also could signal a medical condition, according to Dr. Salamon, and you should consult your doctor to see if you have any of the following issues.
Anemia
This occurs when your blood has too few red blood cells or those cells have too little hemoglobin, a protein that transports oxygen through the bloodstream. The result is a drop in energy levels.
Heart disease
Heart disease can cause the heart to pump blood less efficiently and lead to fluid in the lungs. This can cause shortness of breath and reduce the oxygen supply to the heart and lungs, making you tired.
Sleep problems
Sleep apnea is characterized by pauses in your breathing, often lasting several seconds, or shallow breathing while you sleep. It is common among older adults and those who are overweight. Another sleep-related issue is an overactive bladder, which forces repeated nighttime bathroom trips. Either of these can disturb your sleep
enough to leave you feeling tired during the day.
Medication
Certain medications can make you feel tired, such as blood pressure drugs, statins, antidepressants, antihistamines, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and cold medications. “People react to medications differently and they often end up taking more as they get older,” said Dr. Salamon. Check with your doctor, especially if you have added a new medication or recently increased your dosage. “Sometimes it helps to take certain medicines, which may cause fatigue, at night rather than in the daytime,” she says.
Low-grade depression or anxiety
Mental health issues often drain energy levels. “You may suffer from depression or anxiety and not even know it,” says Dr. Salamon.
Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS)
This is a complex disorder that causes unexplained extreme fatigue, which can worsen after physical or mental activity and does not improve with rest. Its cause is unknown, but may be linked to one or more underlying issues.
Some simple ways to boost energy levels
For regular, everyday fatigue, try these tips:
Drink a cup of coffee or tea
A little caffeine can jump-start your day, she says. “You don’t need more than that, but it can offer a mental and physical lift, especially if you have trouble with morning fatigue.”
Go for a 30-minute walk.
“If you can’t get outside, walk around your house in bouts of 10 to 15 minutes, two to three times a day,” says Dr. Salamon.
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Take a nap
A midday nap can help overcome tiredness later in the day. Keep naps to about 20 to 30 minutes, as studies have suggested that napping for 40 minutes or longer can have the opposite effect and leave you feeling groggy rather than refreshed. “Also, don’t nap too late in the day or in the early evening, when it could interfere with your normal sleep schedule,” said Dr. Salamon.
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Five key questions to help you develop a care-giving plan If you’re taking on the role of caregiver for the first time, you probably have many questions: What exactly will it entail? Where can you find help? How do you even start? When faced with this kind of uncertainty, the best thing you can do for your loved one — and yourself — is to make a care-giving plan. Of course, your loved one’s needs may change over time, and you can never plan for every last detail or eventuality. But if you begin by covering the basics, you will have an important foundation to build on later. Get your copy of “Caregiver’s Handbook.” Close to 49 million informal or family caregivers offer assistance of all sorts to adults in America. Their efforts are vital to the lives of people struggling with illness, disability or the changes that often accompany aging. This report will assist you in meeting the needs of the person you care for while attending to your own. It includes
financial, legal and medical information that’s vital to caregivers, as well as a special section devoted to caring for yourself as you navigate care-giving challenges. Your initial care-giving plan will largely depend on your answers to these five key questions: For whom are you caring — an aging parent, an ill partner or friend, or a disabled family member? What precipitated the need for care? Is the situation time-limited (e.g., for someone who needs care while healing from surgery or an injury) or likely to continue indefinitely? What care or services will the person need? Aside from basic needs, what does your loved one want? For example, elderly parents may want to continue living independently at home rather than move in with you or to a nursing home. How can you help the person meet these goals? As you begin to develop your plan, think about your
own care-giving goals, too. The circumstances for each person and his or her needs will of course vary, but you can definitely make it a goal to treat your loved one with compassion and honor his or her dignity at all times. Next, have an open, honest conversation with your care recipient about what both of you expect and determine just what issues need to be addressed. However, an initial plan is just that — a first step. Change is one of the few certainties of care giving, so it is important to re-evaluate your situation early and often, and to make changes whenever necessary. If possible, it can help to keep a step or two ahead by asking your loved one’s doctors and other experts for their assessment of how the situation might change in another few weeks, months or years. For more advice on how to be a caregiver for a loved one, check out “Caregiver’s Handbook,” a special health report from Harvard Medical School.
Recovering alcoholics can be great Dads Six tips to help you parent the right way The night before Michael Graubart’s first of four children was born, he told a friend in Alcoholics Anonymous, “I’m not ready for this.” He was 41. Few men are 100 percent ready to be a father when the time comes, but recovering alcoholics and addicts struggle perhaps more than anyone else to get fatherhood right and not repeat the mistakes they witnessed growing up. “Parenting isn’t a game of perfect, but alcoholics can be perfectionists, and we have to learn to lighten up,” Graubart said. “We might not have had the best role models growing up, but we can be outstanding Dads ourselves.” Graubart offers tips on how to be an outstanding father even if one is a recov-
ering addict or alcoholic: • Embrace your manhood. It’s nothing to be embarrassed about. In our society, people sometimes make fun of the concept of manhood, turning it into a caricature of John Wayne. In reality, true manhood is the willingness to embrace personal responsibility as an adult. Your child needs a man, not a guy, for a father. • Discipline yourself before you discipline your child. If you want your child to grow up the right way, you’ve got to grow up first. This means confronting the areas where you may have tolerated your own immaturity because it wasn’t really affecting anyone that seriously. Not anymore! • Anger doesn’t belong in your home. The most damaging thing you can do to your kids is use anger on them or your
spouse. Anger terrifies kids without educating them about the right way to do things. Instead of anger, find another way to make your points. • You will lose every fight with your wife. If you win, you lose. If you tie, you lose. And if you lose, you lose. So why bother? Always reward good behavior and good grades. At the office you can win trips and trophies for doing a great job. I’ve made trophies for my kids for being a “great older brother” or just simply for getting great grades. Everybody loves awards, especially kids. Your kids don’t need to know everything about you. Don’t over share about your drinking and drugging days. It may be entertaining to you, but it’s usually terrifying to kids to hear what a meatball their dad really was.
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“Your kids just want a man they can look up to, not a cartoon superhero,” Graubart says. “If you’re sincere, present, loving, and doing your best, your kids will forgive you for the mistakes you’ll invariably make.” About Michael Graubart: Michael Graubart (www.michaelgraubart.com), author of “Sober Dad: The Manual For Perfectly Imperfect Parenting,” is a long-time sober member of Alcoholics Anonymous, has been a member of Al-Anon for decades, and attends Overeaters Anonymous meetings as well. As he says, “If it moves, I’m obsessed with it, and if it stands still, I’m addicted to it.” A New York Times bestselling author, Graubart is married and the father of four children. He writes under a pseudonym to maintain his anonymity and speak frankly about his experiences in 12 Step recovery.
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Mental Health Equally Important As Physical Health Did you know that taking care of your mental health is just as important as taking care of your physical health? Mental or emotional health refers to your overall psychological well-being. It can include the way you feel about yourself, the quality of your relationships and your ability to manage your feelings and deal with difficulties. Just like physical health, mental health can affect motivation, energy levels and daily activities. Perry Memorial Hospital’s 2016 Community Health Needs Assessment identified Mental Health as one of the top three health needs within the Perry Memorial’s healthcare service area of, Bureau, Marshall, and Putnam counties. In response to these finding, the PMH Family Health Clinic took the first step offering mental health access and service to all patients by adding Libby Grzybowski, LCSW and Behavioral Health Therapist. Libby received her BA and MA at Aurora University, one of the top Schools of Social Work in Illinois. Libby shared, “I grew up in the area and I am looking forward to working within the community that I consider my home.” Services Libby offers include assessment for both mental health and substance abuse, brief courses of focused treatment and linkage to other mental health providers for those who may need more intensive treatment. Mental health and physical health are interconnected to maintaining a balanced life. Most people go to the doctor for an annual visit and check-up. Have you considered being proactive with your mental health? PMH encourages you to take charge of not only your physical health, but also to include your mental health. Schedule a mental health assessment by calling Libby at the Perry Memorial Family Health Clinic, at 815-876-2344. Growing our communities’ one service at a time! www.perrymemorial.org
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