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Cause of death determined in Dewey case Results of autopsy not being released at this time

By Goldie Rapp news@tonicanews.com.

HENNEPIN — Illinois State Police investigator Lt. Jeff Padilla confirmed recently an autopsy was conducted on Deborah Dewey, and the cause of the death has been determined. Details of that autopsy are still being withheld from the public due to the ongoing investigation.

Padilla said the cause of death has not even been released to Dewey’s family.

“They have an understanding of why we are not able to do so at this time,” he said.

Padilla said ISP continues to go over evidence related to Dewey’s homicide death investigation.

Key players in the investigation held a meeting Sept.

28 to discuss the case in

detail and figure out what still needs to be completed to ensure no stones are left unturned in this case, he said.

Those present at the meeting included Putnam County State’s Attorney Christina Mennie, state police investigators and crime scene personnel, a representative from LaSalle County State’s Attorney’s Office and Putnam County Sheriff Kevin

Doyle.

“We’re still working.

This is still a very much active investigation for us,” Padilla said, adding there are now eight full-time state officers assigned to the investigation.

Padilla confirmed leads came in after state police posted fliers last week around the TA Truck Stop/R Place Restaurant in Morris asking for infor-

mation regarding Clifford Andersen, 66, of Standard. Police were asking for anyone who might have seen Andersen or might have given him a ride between Aug. 22 and Aug. 29.

Andersen was charged with concealment of a homicide death, a Class 3 felony, after he allegedly found Dewey’s body at the vacant home on Fifth Street in Standard,

wrapped it in a blanket and tied it up with rope and duct tape before burying it in a shallow grave. Andersen is Dewey’s brother-in-law.

Padilla confirmed around the time police were placing the posters, investigators developed independent information about someone they needed to speak with.

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Lostant Grade School reviews audit

By Zachary J. Pratt news@tonicanews.com

and voice heavy with emotion, he talked of how his widowed mother must have felt as she watched her seven sons go off to war — one by one.

LOSTANT — It’s the time of year again when schools take a look at their audits.

Brandon McNeill of Hopkins and Associates provided the audit report for the Lostant School when he spoke to the school board at its Sept. 21 meeting.

“We have uncovered no significant audit adjustments that need to be made to the district books,” McNeill said.

Revenue increased by $75,000.

This was “primarily the result of property tax,” McNeill said.

However, expenses also increased, by an amount of $15,000, which was “primarily the result of transportation costs,” he said.

McNeill included in his report what he called “the least surprising news of the century.” Late payments from the state, he said, have increased by $5,000 from the corresponding time last year. The district is not receiving $42,499 in 2016 as opposed to $37,018 in 2015.

McNeill said the district has a high standing, having scored 3.65 out of a possible 4.0, which translates to the highest designation the Illinois State Board of Education awards.

Another topic of discussion was the roofing that continues to be a problem for Lostant’s school. The foam in the roof is deteriorating, causing leaks which could further damage the building.

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An emotional Anthony Witczak speaks to a crowd of more than 150 people at the Tonica Fire Department during a dedication ceremony to rename a section of Illinois Route 251 in honor of himself and his six brother.

The honor of brothers

Route 251 renamed in recognition of the Witczak brothers

By Dave Cook

news@tonicanews.com

TONICA — More than 150 people filled the Tonica Fire Department to witness

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Anthony Witczak, the last of seven brothers, speak of the honor of having a section of Illinois Route 251 renamed in their honor.

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Dewey From Page 1 “That person has been cooperating with the investigation,” he said.

Moving forward, Padilla said investigators are continuing to conduct interviews, go over records and follow up on leads.

“There’s still a lot of work to be done, but I think we’re moving along at a very good pace,” he said.

As previously reported, Dewey’s body was found in a shallow grave at a

Brothers From Page 1 “She must have prayed a lot for us to all come home safely,” Witczak said, adding his thanks to all veterans for their service to our country.

The section of Route 251 from Mendota to Tonica will now be known as the Witczak Brothers Memorial Highway in honor of the brothers, five who served in World War II and two who served in Korea. All seven brothers returned home safely.

Joseph, the first brother to enlist, was wounded in the Pacific while with the Army and was awarded a Silver Star. Adopted sons John Witczak and Casmir Maurer also served in the Army in the Pacific. Casmir was wounded and was awarded a Silver Star.

Anthony was in the Navy and served in the Pacific. Their brother Francis, who was in the Army, was the only brother to serve in Germany.

Five years after the war ended the youngest brothers, Thomas and Edward, served in Korea

Audit From Page 1 “We’ve had quite the rainy summer,” Superintendent Sandra Malahy said. “It’s not just the rain, but the winds we’ve sustained with the rain.”

All flat roofing is in need of repair, which covers nearly the whole school since the only

vacant property in Standard on Sept. 12 — 20 days after she was reported missing on Aug. 23.

It was reported police were alerted to the Standard property following an interview with a person who had knowledge about the case. One day after Dewey’s body was found in Standard, police arrested Andersen.

Andersen is being represented by Parker and Parker law firm in Peoria. His preliminary hearing is scheduled for Nov. 29 at the Putnam County Courthouse. while in the Army. The seven brothers served a combined 18 years.

State Sen. Sue Rezin was instrumental in the renaming of the highway and said the family’s dedication and sacrifice was “the epitome of courage and patriotism”.

State Representative Andy Skoog, who led the crowd in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance along with students from Tonica Grade School, said, “It’s a great honor to be part of this ceremony to give recognition to the sacrifices of Witczak family.”

Assistant Director of Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs Harry Sawyer said the renaming of the highway will help future generations remember the sacrifices of the past and remind them that “freedom isn’t free.”

After the unveiling of the sign and a 21-gun salute from the Peru Memorial Color Guard, the Witczak family and guests enjoyed a social hour before getting in their cars and driving home on the new Witczak Brothers Memorial Highway. non-flat roofing is above the gym.

“Flat roofs are more expensive than regular roofs,” said Doug Miller, board member.

“And they don’t last as long,” Board President Mike Phillips said. “Tell him we want one that lasts 20 years.”

The roof had previously been worked on 10 years ago, using life safety money.

New standards improve quality/ safety for child care in Illinois The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Administration for Children and Families (ACF) recently announced new quality and safety standards aimed at providing for higher quality care and safer environments for millions of children, including the youngest learners.

The rule, which implements bipartisan legislation signed by President Barack Obama in 2014, sets higher standards for states, territories and tribes receiving federal funds through the Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) program in important areas such as health and safety requirements; training and professional development for child care providers; and eligibility rules that better support working families.

In 2016, Illinois received $221,206,303 in federal funding through the CCDF program, which each month serves 54,200 children (31,600 families).

Last year, the federal government provided over $5 billion to states, territories and tribes to help 850,000 working families pay for child care and to support quality improvements for providers that serve the neediest children. CCDF serves approximately 1.4 million children each month, a majority of whom are children under the age of 5. The new rule protects the health and safety of children, helps parents make more informed consumer choices, supports early child development for our youngest learners, and enhances the quality

of child care for all children.

All children in one of the 370,000 child care settings across the country that participate in the federal child care program – not just those receiving direct child care assistance from CCDBG – will benefit from new health and safety requirements, staff training requirements, and criminal background checks for staff. In addition, CCDF quality investments can benefit all children in child care regardless of whether or not they receive federal funding.

U.S. Census data states nearly 12.5 million children under the age of 5 are in some form of child care arrangement each week.

They spend an average of 36 hours per week in care.

Research, particularly in neuroscience, has shown how much this time matters to young children. Providing safe, high-quality environments that nurture young children’s healthy growth and development will help them grow, thrive, be successful in school, and even find better jobs and earn more as adults.

“Many parents rely on child care programs, and it is important that their children are cared for in safe learning environments with qualified providers,” said HHS Secretary Sylvia M. Burwell. “These new standards, which are the result of bipartisan legislation, include robust safety, screening and training procedures to boost quality, empower parents and ensure that child care programs promote healthy and positive early child-

hood development.”

The rule strengthens a number of new provisions in the law and provides needed guidance to states, territories and tribes in a number of areas, including: • Requiring all staff in child care facilities have mandatory criminal background checks; • Enhancing the health and safety of children through more robust standards for CCDF providers, including requiring initial and ongoing training and professional development on 10 key topics (e.g. First Aid/CPR, medication administration, SIDS prevention) for the early childhood workforce; •Disseminating information to help parents choose child care, including through an accessible website; • Devoting more funding to improve quality across all child care settings; and • Ensuring CCDF programs are monitored at least annually, so children are healthy and safe in child care programs.

“This rule continues the historic re-envisioning of the Child Care and Development Fund program and raises the bar so that low-income parents will know their children are safe, learning and on the path to future success in school and life,” said Linda Smith, deputy assistant secretary for early learning at ACF. “Child care is both an economic support for working parents and an early learning program for millions of children.It’s critical to our nation’s future that we get this right.”

ISP release results from Occupant Restraint Enforcement Patrols

LASALLE — The Illinois State Police (ISP) conducted Occupant Restraint Enforcement Patrols (OREP) on Sept. 5 and Sept.

28 in District 17.

During the detail, troopers issued 43 citations for safety belt violations and two citations for child

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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 targeting those who choose to ignore the law. Lives can be saved if people simply buckle up.

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Local, regional conference planned

IVCC to offer forklift training OGLESBY — Illinois Valley Community College’s Continuing Education Center will offer “Basic Forklift Operations” from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturdays Oct. 8 through Nov. 5.

This course is designed to ensure all forklift operators, regardless of their degree of experience, have a uniform understanding of the safe and efficient operation of forklifts and compliance with the safety rules and OSHA regulations at their work site.

Students will learn safe driving skills while gaining concise knowledge of how a forklift works. Safety will be stressed as a means of reducing accidents and injuries in the workplace.

Cost of this one credit hour course is $139. For information, call the Continuing Education Center at 815-224-0427. To register, call 815-224-0447.

Heartland Bank to host Fall into Free event PRINCETON — On Friday, Oct. 14 Heartland Bank and Trust Co. will host its Fall into Free event. Local offices are extending an open invitation to customers, residents and businesses to join in celebration with refreshments, gifts, one-day-only offers and a chance to win a $500 VISA gift card. Local Heartland Bank offices are located at 606 S. Main St. and 2101 N. Main St. in Princeton; 100 E. Dakota St. in Spring Valley; and 703 Third St. in Henry.

For more information on Heartland Bank’s Fall into Free Event, visit www.hbtbank.com.

Heartland Bank and Trust Company is an independently-owned community bank with assets of $3 billion. Headquartered in Bloomington. The bank has offices in communities throughout Illinois. The bank offers a complete line of financial services to commercial and retail customers. More information is available on the bank’s website at www.hbtbank.com.

Youth Service Bureau gets outstanding review OTTAWA — The Youth Service Bureau (YSB) of Illinois Valley has just been notified of its re-accreditation by the national organization, the Council On Accreditation (COA).

The COA notified Frank Vonch, the executive director of YSB, of the awarding of its re-accreditation on Sept. 9. Vonch was further advised by the COA the Youth Service Bureau of Illinois Valley did not receive any “out of compliance ratings” in any of the fundamental practice standards the COA reviews.

The COA recognized the agency for not receiving any “non-compliance” practice standards as an “amazing achievement.” Being accredited and re-accredited is a very involved, time-consuming and sometimes difficult process. Not every agency that applies for accreditation receives it. It is also rare that an agency seeking accreditation does not receive any out of compliance ratings.

LaSalle County Sheriff Traffic stops

At 1:26 p.m. Sept. 27, deputies cited Marie Fisher, 45, of Beloit, Wis., for speeding 84 miles per hour in a 55 miles per hour zone following a traffic stop on Route 18 in Hope Township.

At 4:45 p.m. Sept. 27, deputies cited Edith Cerda, 19, of Streator for no valid insurance following a traffic stop on Route 18 in Eagle Township.

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BLOOMINGTON — The sixth annual Local and Regional Food Conference, which brings farmers and industry together to learn how to be engaged in meeting the demand for local and regional food will take place Nov. 15 at The Pavilion in Marion.

The one-day event is a collaboration of the Illinois Farm Bureau and Southern Illinois Farm Bureaus, Missouri Farm Bureau, Kentucky Farm Bureau, Indiana Farm Bureau, Illinois Department of Agriculture, Southern Illinois University, University of Illinois Extension, Food Works, and Illinois Specialty Growers Association.

“This event is an opportunity for farmers and industry to convene and learn about the different local and regional projects that are taking shape and learn from experts in the industry,” said Cynthia Haskins, manager of business development and compliance, Illinois Farm Bureau. “This year, we’re excited for this even to be

IVCC facilities committee OGLESBY — Renovation of Illinois Valley Community College’s auditorium was one of several facility-enhancement projects discussed by the board’s facilities committee Wednesday, Sept. 28.

The college will use an approximate $410,000 bequest from the estate of the late Walter Durley Boyle for Cultural Centre improvements that include energy-efficient LED lighting and contemporary wood wall treatments to improve acoustics and aesthetics.

The $395,841 estimated cost for the work also includes ceiling painting, wall coverings, handrails,

electrical and fire alarm improvements. The 600-seat auditorium, opened in 1980, is widely used for college and public ceremonies, plays, musicals, graduations, concerts and lectures.

Protection, Health and Safety (PHS) projects for the 2016-17 academic year include Building E air handler replacement for an estimated $1.024 million, HVAC control improvements for the gym building at an estimated $175,756 and replacement of overhead doors for safety reasons at east campus Building J which houses automotive, welding and agriculture for an estimated $124,296.

The college has also begun explor-

ing options for repair of the former dairy barn located at the south end of campus. Although now only used for storage, one idea that has emerged has been the possibility of adding the iconic structure as a complement to the college’s revitalized agriculture program.

The estimated cost to re-roof and paint the barn ranges from $66,000 to $92,000.

Trustee Laurie Bonucci of Princeton suggested a private fundraising campaign to save the historic structure. “I think we can find support in the community for restoration,” she said.

The full board meets at 6:30 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 13.

BBB: Let falling leaves signal a rise in seasonal scams

ROCKFORD — It’s fall, and many homeowners will begin preparing their homes for cooler weather by hiring specialists to clean and make repairs. But, the Better Business Bureau warns stay alert-; scammers see this time as an opportunity to rip-off homeowners, and in some cases, steal thousands of dollars for unnecessary work.

“These scammers are specific as to who they are looking for,” says Dennis Horton, director of the Rockford Regional Office of the Better Business Bureau. “They often target middle-class homeowners, and in particular senior citizens. They often look professional — sometimes wearing safety vests, are polite, all to fool the homeowner into thinking that they are trustworthy.

“They are deliberate in the way they carry them out,” notes Horton.

“Typically, the scammer provides a verbal estimate to do the work for a very low price, but they later charge a much higher price, and the quality of the work is often shoddy.

When the con artists get to the

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Gutter cleaning - Fraudulent gutter cleaners tend to prey on the elderly or those who cannot clean their gutters easily. They will claim they have worked in the neighborhood before, and quote you a very low estimate in return for shoddy, incomplete work.

Energy audits - Door to door furnace repairs - Many scammers offer a “free” energy audit to reduce heating costs, claiming to be a representative from your local utility company. They insist on costly upgrades for your attic, such as solar blankets or insulation, and may or may not burglarize your home while conducting the audit.

Ductwork cleaning - Ductwork cleaning is rarely a necessity, so take caution. Scammers are known to

damage your heating system while cleaning it in order to leech more money out of you for repairs. They also may create indoor air hazards.

What are the clues you are dealing with a scammer?

They come to your door unexpectedly. Never let anyone you have not called inside. Without much inspection, quickly point out the problem they say needs repair. They say they have leftover materials from a project they just finished nearby. Offer unbelievably low prices. Accept cash or check only. Promise an unconditional guarantee on the work. Start work immediately Report all scams to the police and to the BBB Scam Tracker to help stop scammers.

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The Editorial Page The Tonica News Sam R Fisher

Terri Simon

Publisher

Editor

For sale ...

I’ve always thought it would be fun to own and operate a retail store. The same goes for a restaurant. The concept of either one of those entities sounds appealing.

I think it would be fun ... for Terri maybe the first one or two weeks.

Simon After that, the COMMENTARY idea of sifting through items to sell and not knowing if they will really sell or not ... or getting up at 2 a.m. to make cole slaw and potato salad ... well, reality tells me either one of those endeavors wouldn’t be for me.

Still, on those nights when sleep won’t come, I find myself thinking about that restaurant. I actually have a menu all planned (in my head), but it’s craziness — I know that. Likewise, I’ve planned out the retail store as well. I can picture it (also in my head), and while the merchandise I’d sell always reflects my own tastes, rather than the general public, it’s been a pipe dream that returns time and time again, as I wait for sleep to come.

And so it was the other night, when the clock had ticked far past midnight, and I was reflecting on the past few weeks, as I watched the clock nearing 1 a.m.

In my job at the newspaper, I am fortunate to meet many people from all walks of life, so throughout the years, I feel as if I’ve learned how to accurately read people who come in and out of my life for a host of reasons, when it comes to the newspaper business. As I reflected on the interactions I’ve had the past few weeks ... maybe the past month, I came to a realization that completely astounded me. That awareness was crystal clear, and I now know if I ever decide to open that retail store ... well, I know exactly what I will sell.

The store will be dimly lit, and it will be decorated in shades of calming blues and greens. When you open the door, the tingling of pretty chimes will welcome you, and you’ll see me behind the counter — looking surprisingly calm, well-rested and relaxed.

I’ll greet you with a smile, and I’ll encourage you to take your time as you browse the “merchandise.” I’ll probably even have a coffee pot available, where you can pour yourself a cup of something special. The aroma of the coffee will mix with a scented candle — probably patchouli, pine or another one of my favorite smells. As you browse the shelves, I’ll watch you smile, check out the prices, and ultimately, I’ll be available to help you with your purchases.

So what am I going to sell?

From the way my world revolves, I think one of the most popular items on the shelves will be ... patience. OK, it will have a hefty price tag, but I think I’m going to have trouble keeping it in stock.

Who wouldn’t pay for patience?

Other popular items will be happiness, joy, pride and bliss. Can you name one person who wouldn’t buy those?

Other shelves would hold such items as satisfaction, well-being, peacefulness. Prices would depend on how much you needed/wanted.

Good health would be a popular product ... but pricey, as would financial security, which would also be expensive. After all, you only get what you pay for.

I would watch as some customers head straight to the shelves filled with intestinal fortitude, humility, perseverance and serenity. I’d smile at them, understanding their needs.

Time might be one of the most important items I’d sell, and I’d probably position that product right next to the good health. It goes hand-in-hand, don’t you think? I could see customers trying to decide how they could afford both, since their price tags would be hefty ones.

I’d have an eternal sale on things like helpfulness, kindness, graciousness, affection, benevolence, goodness, unselfishness, decency and grace ... just because we all need to own some of all those products.

But maybe the most expensive item in the store would be ... common sense. It would be expensive, but just think what a world we all would have if everyone owned a bit of it.

I hope you’ll visit my new store when I get the doors open. Happy shopping ...

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

Be gentle It’s hard to teach brand new, old dogs new tricks that shouldn’t be that hard to learn, except for the fact the dog is old. And new. Allow me to explain.

I started a new job this week.

Most people would probably think the hardest part about a new occupation might be in learning the structure of the business and who does what. Or maybe it would be figuring out the whole computer file naming system and determining what goes where. Or possibly getting reacquainted with a couple of computer programs that I haven’t used too much throughout the past couple of years. Most would probably think any or all of these things might be somewhat difficult, which they are. But none of these things are what troubled me the most.

Nope, the hardest part for me this whole first week has been getting out of a door. You see, this particular business has a security area that you need to go through when it comes time to leave the building.

I’m not used to that. For all the jobs I’ve ever had, I usually had to just show up, punch a time card, do some work, punch a time card and leisurely stroll out the door at the end of the day. I didn’t realize how easy I had it.

At this place though, for good reason, everyone needs to exit the premises via a metal detector.

Before going through that contraption, employees need to get all of the metal off of their persons. This includes belts, watches, eyeglasses, pens, loose change, pots, pans,

Greg Wallace COMMENTARY swords, chain mail underwear, etc.

Along with that, pockets need to be emptied, and shoes need to be removed. And after you get rid of all that, you still hope more than anything that the metal detector doesn’t buzz when you walk through it.

And then there’s George. He’s one of the security guards who mans the area. He’s the one who has been there whenever I have went to leave. He’s a pretty cool guy that always greets me with a smile and tells me to have a good night. Up until the beginning of this sentence, he has claimed to have been a fan of this column. I’ll see if he feels the same way Monday morning.

He seems like a really nice guy, but I’m pretty sure he could turn into an enraged Dirty Harry if someone attempted to break through his secure perimeter. I feel sorry for the poor fool that tries.

The first couple of days, I had a rough time preparing myself mentally to make it through the metal detector. I’m kind of a moron. I’d forget to take off my belt or take the spare change out of my pocket. The biggest problem was remembering to take off my metal-framed glasses.

That’s more out of necessity than anything else because without my

glasses, I almost need a white cane and a dog just to find the metal detector.

And I don’t want to be the one who screws up this whole process.

That’s because whenever I’m leaving, there’s usually a small line of people waiting behind me. So if that dreaded buzzer goes off, and I need to repeat the metal detecting process, I’m keeping all of these fine people from getting home to their families and friends. I don’t want to be known as the “shoe-lesssquinty-holding up his pants guy” that messes up everybody’s nightly plans. I don’t think that anyone would ever accuse me of being the most devoutly religious person they’ve ever met, but I do tend to say a little prayer every time I pass through the metal detector, or as I like to think of it, the Tunnel of George.

So far, everybody, and I mean everybody, has been really nice to me this whole week. They’ve bent over backwards to make me feel welcome, and I really appreciate it.

However, with my luck, George probably isn’t a fan of seeing his name in print. With this column, I might have woke up a dormant Dirty Harry. He might be waiting for that first time I set that buzzer off. I fear if that happens, a full-body cavity search might be in my future.

Be gentle George. I’ll try to do better.

You can contact Wallace at gregwallaceink7@gmail.com. You can follow him on his blog at http:// gregwallaceink.blogspot.com.

End the Democrats’ super majority To the Editor, When I’m traveling out of state in California, New York or Washington, D.C. — or even traveling in Illinois, I am embarrassed to admit I’m from Illinois, which is in worse financial condition than any other state in the union. So many people ask, how did you and Illinoisans allow this to happen?

• My reply is that we have Illinois House leader Madigan and his associates who have become expert at playing the game “pay to play” corruption for the past 40 years. Our Illinois leaders are simply good at finding enough voters to keep themselves in power. (Like me!)

• We in the 76th district have an opportunity to

change this! Although Marianne and I have consistently voted for Dick Mautino and his son, Frank Mautino, I believe we now have an opportunity for “change” in Illinois politics. We support an excellent Republican, Jerry Long, who can help end the super majorities of Madigan Democrats in the Illinois House, so that we can finally have the opportunity to restore the Illinois economy under the leadership of Gov. (Bruce) Rauner.

Talking about “change,” I hope you and your families will vote this election year, so that together we can elect Jerry Long to end the Democrats’ super majority.

Blouke Carus Peru

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Annual Burgoo Festival is Oct. 8-9 NORTH UTICA — The LaSalle County Historical Society’s annual Burgoo Festival is set for Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 8-9, in North Utica. This year marks the 47th anniversary of this event, making it one of the largest, long-running pioneer festivals in the state of Illinois. The festival’s signature dish is Burgoo Stew, a pioneer dish consisting of beef, chicken, pork and vegetables, which is cooked over an open fire throughout the night and served to festival attendees. Local chef Mike Ellerbrock returns as this year’s Burgoo Meister.

The festivities begin on Saturday at 11 a.m., when the Canal Market opens fea-

turing over 100 vendors. The Utica Fire Department’s Antique Car Show with live music runs from 1 to 7 p.m.

The events continue on Sunday when 375 plus vendors line the streets of Utica from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. Burgoo Stew and other food items will be available as well as live music featuring Sirius Radio personality Chris Jones of Chris Jones and the Night Riders.

For more information on the annual Burgoo Festival, visit www.lasallecountyhistoricalsociety.org, email events. ichs@gmail.com, Facebook o call 815667-4861.

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Pancakes and sausage, American Legion style The Granville American Legion will serve a pancake and sausage breakfast from 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 23, at 209 McCoy St. in Granville. Pictured getting ready for the event are Joe Panier (from left), Larry Grosenbach and Bill Ellena

Illinois Valley Midday Connection will meet Oct. 18 at Deer Park Reservations are due Oct. 10 OGLESBY — Illinois Valley Midday Connection, a non-denominational Christian women’s group, invites all women from the Illinois Valley area to its monthly luncheon and program at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 18, at Senica’s Deer Park Golf Club, LLC, 100 Deer Park Lane, Oglesby (south off of Route 71, about 1/2 mile west of Route 178).

The theme for the October luncheon is “Joyful Giving.” The speaker is Donna Sembar from Danville. As an experienced clown and ventriloquist, she has a special way of telling her story titled “Peace of Mind in Difficult Times.”

The special feature is a fall fundraiser — silent auction and bake sale. One time a year, this non-profit group makes a special effort to support the sponsor of the group, Stonecroft Ministries, by contributing proceeds of a fundraiser to its worldwide programs that brings women to Christ. All who contributed baked goods and auction items are asked to have them placed and ready for the shopping to begin at 11 a.m.

There are no membership fees or special requirements to attend. Deer Park is all

handicapped accessible and everyone who would like to meet new people and enjoy a good program is welcome. The cost for the lunch and program is $19 inclusive, paid at the door. The group is non-profit and all expenses are covered by the fee. Be sure to cancel if you make a reservation and then cannot attend.

It is best if most reservations and or cancellations are made by Monday, Oct. 10. Free child care is available if a reservation is made by the deadline. After Oct. 10, call Vickie at 815-223-4687 or Anita at 815-223-2852 anyway to let them know you want to come and they will advise. Email reservations can be sent to scolari12@comcast.net Any special prayer requests are also accepted with reservations.

This event is sponsored by Stonecroft Ministries of Overland Park, Mo. The group will have an Illinois Valley Prayer Connection at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 11, at Liberty Restaurant in Peru. All women are invited for prayer and fellowship. For more information, call Valerie at 815-4749528.

IVCC’s fall instructional basketball clinic OGLESBY — Illinois Valley Community College will host its fall instructional basketball clinic for boys’ age 8-13 on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 15-16, in the gym.

The clinic will meet from 1 to 3 p.m. both days and will cover ball handling, shooting, defensive fundamentals (footwork and positioning) and offensive fundamentals such as proper screening, and

footwork and cutting.

Participants will interact with members of the 2016-17 men’s team, head coach Chris Herman and assistant Justin Jacobson. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged, but registration will be allowed before the clinic begins Oct. 15.

Cost is $50 per player. Contact Herman at 815-224-0593 or the athletic department at 815-224-0472 to register.

Extension/4-H fundraisers OTTAWA — Call today to participate in a raffle fundraiser to be drawn Oct. 14; tickets are $20. for a pack of 4: Pick 3 Cash Raffle. More information and tickets are available by contacting Gail Hayward Kapp at 815-257-6266. All proceeds from this fundraiser will support the LaSalle County Extension Office and its 4-H program. Tickets are available, and the drawing date is closing in, so please call today.

Tickets are now ready to purchase for an evening of fun, dinner and laughs to be held on Friday, Oct. 28, at Pitstick Pavilion just north of Ottawa. “It’s a Mystery Interactive Comedy Whodunit Fundraiser Dinner” will begin at 6 p.m. and will include the dinner, mystery/comedy show, silent auction and more. Call the Extension office at 815-433-0707 to reserve your

seats. Tickets are $50 per person, and the proceeds for this event will also support the LaSalle County Extension Office and its 4-H program. A company or group can also sponsor a table with 8 tickets for $300.

For more information on the fundraisers, or to request tickets, contact Gail Hayward-Kapp at 815-257-6266 or the Extension office at 815-433-0707. The fundraisers are sponsored by LaSalle County Friends of Extension and 4-H and the LaSalle County Home and Community Education Association. All proceeds benefit LaSalle County Extension and 4-H. State of Illinois funding for Extension and 4-H was suspended by the state in July 2015. Checks can be made payable to LaSalle County Friends of Extension and 4-H and mailed to 1689 N. 31st Road, Ottawa, Il 61350.

HENRY — The Marshall Putnam Quilter’s Guild will meet at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 12, at the Henry United Presbyterian Church Hall in Henry. There is a workshop from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The meeting will begin promptly at 1 p.m., and this is the last month people can sign up for the Birdhouse Block Exchange Challenge. After the meeting and show and tell, the program will be a Trunk Show by Laura Blanchard of

Plum Tree Quilts.

The November workshop is a Hand Quilting Workshop given by Sharon Minnes at 9 a.m. The November meeting will have a program on quick Christmas gift ideas. Meetings are always the second Wednesday of each month at 1 p.m. at the Henry United Presbyterian Church unless otherwise noted. Guests are always welcome for a minimum charge.

IVCC women’s basketball fundraiser OGLESBY — The Illinois Valley Community College women’s basketball team will host a chicken dinner fundraiser from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 11, at Rip’s Chicken in Ladd.

Proceeds will help purchase uniforms and travel wear for the team.

Cost is $9 per person and includes a quarter chicken or chicken strips and

french fries. Drinks are not included.

Tickets will be available at the door or by calling coach Tom Ptak at 815-2283491, athletic secretary Sue Harding at 815-224-0472 or from any player. Carry-outs are available by calling ahead to Rip’s at 815-894-3051. There will also be a bake sale, a 50/50 and T-shirts for sale.

IVCC to host Day of the Arts!

OGLESBY — Illinois Valley Community College will host the second Day of the Arts!, a free celebration that runs from noon to 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15.

Community members and their children are invited to sample the arts at IVCC. Upon arriving, visitors will be greeted by cello duets and contemporary finger-style guitar in the lobby and the atrium. A brief dedication of the festival in the Cultural Centre features vocal music and the unveiling of the olio curtain during a vaudeville tribute at 12:30 p.m.

Additional performances include the percussion ensemble, the choir, the jazz band, a Dixieland band made up of members of the wind ensemble, a student ensemble and a song-and-dance variety show.

Fine arts workshops include acting, storytelling, writing and a tour of studio facilities. The Improv Team will be featured in the new Student Life Center and from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m., the stage will be open for descendants of the olio curtain’s original sponsors, and others,

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The 13-foot-by-20-foot curtain, dating from the turn of the 20th century, hung in the “Coliseum” opera house in Ladd. It is painted with a landscape scene surrounded by the names of local businesses sponsoring the curtain.

After the olio was donated to IVCC, the humanities, fine arts, and social sciences division brought in nationally-prominent conservators to restore it with the help of students, faculty and community members. Last year was the grand unveiling of the curtain, an emotional event for descendants and participants in the project.

Holloway said, “Last year’s Day of the Arts was a great success, and this year we’ve added even more to the program.

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Menus and Activities Oct. 11 — Popcorn chicken, corn, fruit, Lostant Grade School milk.

Breakfast Oct. 10 — No school.

Oct. 11 — Pancakes and syrup, yogurt, cereal, fruit and juice.

Oct. 12 — Breakfast bacon boat, yogurt, cereal, fruit and juice.

Oct. 13 — French toast and syrup, yogurt, cereal, fruit and juice.

Oct. 14 — Scrambled eggs and toast, yogurt, cereal, fruit and juice.

Lunch Oct. 10 — No school.

Oct. 11 — Tortellini in meat sauce, peas, peaches, bread, milk.

Oct. 12 — Hot dog on bun, baked beans, mandarin orange, milk.

Oct. 13 — Pepperoni pizza, green beans, pears, milk.

Oct. 14 — No lunch, 11:45 a.m. dismissal.

Tonica Grade School Breakfast Oct. 10 — No school.

Oct. 11 — Mini pancakes and syrup or cereal, toast, granola, yogurt, fruit, juice, milk.

Oct. 12 — Scrambled eggs or cereal, toast, granola, yogurt, fruit, juice, milk.

Oct. 13 — Pizza breakfast bagel or cereal, toast, granola, yogurt, fruit, juice, milk.

Oct. 14 — Glazed doughnut or cereal, toast, granola, yogurt, fruit, juice, milk.

Lunch Oct. 10 — No school.

Oct. 12 — Taco crispitos, refried beans, shredded lettuce and salad dressings, fruit, milk.

Oct. 13 — Deli turkey, cheese slice, croissant, fruit/veggie bar, chips, milk.

Oct. 14 — Cheese or sausage pizza, green beans, fruit, milk.

Putnam County Community Center Oct. 10 — Lasagna with meat sauce, salad with toppings, green beans, fruit cocktail, garlic bread.

Oct. 11 — Chicken tenders, mashed potatoes and gravy, buttered corn, rolls and butter, cinnamon applesauce, dessert.

Oct. 12 — Pork roast, sweet potatoes, green beans, applesauce.

Oct. 13 — Baked spaghetti, tossed salad with toppings, garlic bread, apricots, dessert.

Oct. 14 — Homemade pizza with cheese, sausage or pepperoni, lettuce salad with toppings, pineapple.

Bread, butter, fruit juice and 2% milk are available with meals. For reservations, call 800-757-4579 24 hours in advance of the day’s meal. The menu is subject to change. Meals are available to senior citizens 60 plus at no cost, but donations are appreciated. The meal program is partly funded by donations, so they have a suggested donation of $5 per meal. Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m.

Births Announced Wilson Bernard and Jaclyn (Immel) Wilson of Franklin, Mich., are the parents of a daughter, Adalyn Lora, born Sept. 12 at Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, Mich.

She weighed 7 pounds, 8 ounces and measured 19.5 inches in length. She was welcomed home by one sister, Sydnee Ann Wilson, 12. Maternal grandparents are John and Lora Immel of Lostant. Paternal grandparents are LV and Jennie Wilson of Detroit, Mich. Great-grandparents are the late Harry and Elizabeth Immel of Granville, and the late Lawrence and Marian Dart of Tonica.

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999 • Legal Notices IN THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF LASALLE COUNTY Estate of ) SHIRLEY M. KEEN, ) Deceased. )

Bailey Rockey

Cadence Breckenridge

Spencer Samek

May Students of the Month recognized Lostant School recently recognized its May Students of the Month, which they honor in September each year because of

the summer break. They are second-grader Cadence Breckenridge, fifth-grader Spencer Samek and eighth-grader Bailey Rockey.

Young Researchers program for teens plans three sessions OGLESBY — The University of Illinois Extension’s 4-H Program is piloting a research study conducted by the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign called the Young Researchers Project. All teens, ages 14 to 19, are eligible to participate. The purpose of the study is to find out more about how teens learn about technology, science and research, how they can contribute to that research, and how computing technology can support young people in learning.

Extension is looking for teens to attend three sessions at the University of Illinois Extension Office, Illinois Valley Community College. At sessions, the group will talk about technology, research and science, and work together to develop its own research study. Extension will then ask other teens to participate in the study created by the group, and the group will work together to analyze their responses.

Extension would like a teen’s perspective on technology needed to develop a valid project. Teens who participate in all three

sessions will receive a $50 Amazon gift card.

The sessions will take place on Saturdays, Oct. 22, Nov. 19 and Jan. 21 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with lunch provided.

After the sessions, participants will have the opportunity to travel to the University of Illinois campus in Urbana-Champaign to meet with other researchers and share the results of their own research study.

Participants will be able to meet and talk with college students conducting research as well.

Those who have any questions or would like to participate should call Breanne Suarez at the University of Illinois Extension Office, IVCC Campus at 815-224-0889. Call

by Oct. 14 to sign up for this special project.

Certification will be provided and research completion can be included on a resume.

Those who need a reasonable accommodation to participate should contact 815224-0889. University of Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment.

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No. 2016-P-178 NOTICE OF HEARING TO: THE UNKNOWN HEIRS OF SHIRLEY M. KEEN, DECEASED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the Unknown Heirs of SHIRLEY M. KEEN, DECEASED, that SHIRLEY M. KEEN died September 16, 2015 and a Petition for Letters of Administration has been filed by KENNETH C. DANIELS to have himself appointed as Administrator of the SHIRLEY M. KEEN ESTATE. A hearing has been scheduled on the Petition for Letters of Administration for 3rd day of November, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. before the Honorable Judge Eugene Daugherity in Courthouse #300 of the Downtown, Ottawa, Illinois Courthouse located at 119 W. Madison Street, Ottawa, Illinois 61350.

Dated this 30th day of September, 2016.

Jim Olson, Clerk of the Circuit Court 13th Judicial Circuit, LaSalle County, Illinois Published in the Tonica News Sept. 30, Nov. 7 and 14, 2016.

ESTATE OF ) WALTER C. ) HERRMANN ) Deceased ) No. 2016-P-180 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of WALTER C. HERRMANN. Letters of office were issued on September 7, 2016 to HELEN M. PETZING, 2 Circle Drive, Wenona, IL 61377 as Executor whose attorney is John Balestri, Bernabei, Balestri and Fiocchi, 149 Gooding Street, LaSalle, IL 61301.

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

Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed.

Dated this 12th day of September, 2016.

John Balestri Attorney For Petitioner 149 Gooding Street LaSalle IL 61301 Phone: 815-223-6600 Published in the Tonica News Sept. 23, 30 and Oct. 7, 2016.

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17. Sam Fisher, Publisher, 10/7/16 Published in The Tonica News Oct. 7, 2016.

LEGAL I, Donna Naas, Supervisor of Richland Township, LaSalle County, Illinois Being sworn that the following statement is a correct report for the Fiscal Year beginning April 1, 2015 and ending March 31, 2016 Town Road & Bridge General Fund Fund Assistance Fund Balance April 1, 2015 Checking & Investments $6,283 $8,118 $15,150 Income Property Tax $37,404 $17,576 $2,164 Replacement Tax 1,739 3,542 Interest Earned 16 Miscellaneous Income 300 Transfers 3,000 Total Income $42,143 $21,418 $2,180 Expenditures Administrative $34,249 $10,083 Note Payment 5,500 5,500 -

Insurance 1,896 2,513 650 Transfers 3,000 Total Expenditures $41,377 $22,406 $1,053 Balance March 31, 206 Checking and Investments $6,781 $8,440 $16,680 Total Debt Beginning of year $39,919 Retired Current Year 9,413 Outstanding End of Year $30,506 TOWNSHIP - COMPENSATION SUMMARY: Range: Under $25,000. Bruce Cooper; Donna Naas; Karen Breckenridge; Donald Miller; Karen Schmitt; Lynn Schmitt; Karen Kay Wolf TOWNSHIP - EXPENDITURE SUMMARY: IRS -$4,147; Illini State Bank $5,499; All other disbursements less than ($2500) - $31,999 ROAD DISTRICT - EXPENDITURE SUMMARY Illini State Bank - $5,499; TOIRMA - $2,513; All other disbursements less than ($2500) - $13,084.

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