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Thursday, Nov. 21, was opening day for the new Casey’s General Store at Route 251 and Ray Richardson Road in Tonica. The new location, with 12 fuel islands for cars and three fueling stations for semi trucks, is the chain’s largest in Illinois. SEE STORY ON PAGE 2. (Shaw Media photo)

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TONICA — The new Casey’s in Tonica opened Thursday, Nov. 21, and the new location, with 12 fuel islands for cars and three fueling stations for semi trucks, is the chain’s largest in Illinois, said Shari Piccatto, area supervisor.

The old Casey’s General Store, located at 306 S. First St., closed at 11

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p.m. Wednesday night so employees could officially make the move to the new store.

“It’s exciting. I just can’t wait to get into a bigger kitchen,” said employee Jennifer Breit prior to the move.

The shelves became emptier and emptier at the original location, and signs noted to customers that beer sales ceased on Nov. 3.

On Nov. 14, employees for a local distributor were carting beer into the new store, where employees were setting up shelves.

The new location moves the store out of a floodplain and closer to Interstate 39 on the northwest corner of Route 251 and Ray Richardson Road — the former site of the Village Inn.

The new store is 1,000 square feet larger than the new Peru store and will be open 24 hours, said Piccatto.

“This is the first of its kind in Illinois,” said Piccatto. While the new Casey’s in Utica has an area for diesel fueling, the new one at Tonica also has five overnight parking spots for semis.

Piccatto said the corporation had been interested in the Tonica site for quite some time.

“The Tonica location was a very busy store in town,” Piccatto said, adding that the larger store will help the village and should bring in a lot of motorists from the interstate.

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Cannabis ordinance Board members continued their consideration of how best to position the village, considering new cannabis laws take effect Jan. 1 in Illinois.

Prospectively, many on the board favor approving cannabis sales and reaping full 3 percent tax benefits, while requiring special use permits and confining such companies to the business district.

Other specifics also would need to be determined, such as whether cannabis use would be allowed “in house” along with the sale of the product.

It is evident that the board may not completely agree on this subject — in whole or in part.

Trustees such as Dave Mertes would consider allowing cannabis sales, yet when it comes to cannabis use in an in-house dispensary “lounge” setting, he said “under no circumstance” would he be in favor of this.

On the other hand, trustee Ray Bri-

erly expressed his opposition to allowing cannabis sales in town at all.

It is the board’s aim to make a final determination at its next meeting, upon reviewing and discussing an ordinance Stephens will draft for this purpose.

Tree removal Having identified 14 village trees that need to be taken down, trustee Mike Cooper has been authorized to hire the removal of some them, at a cost not to exceed $3,000. Any trees that remain shall be taken down in future efforts in subsequent years.

Police staffing Police Chief Brad Anderson reported that a part-time officer recently hired has begun work.

He also said more interviews for additional part-time officers will occur soon. He explained that as an all part-time force, more officers are needed to provide enough coverage for any given month.

With some discussion, trustee Andy Forrest said adding officers to the roster adds no cost to the village, until the

officers work their respective shifts.

Infrastructure Maintenance worker Leland Decker notified the board that a pump at the main lift station has failed.

Inman Electric Motors of LaSalle indicated that among other issues, the impeller needs to be replaced.

However, due to the pump’s age, a replacement has not yet been found.

With only one pump operational, Decker and Village President Jack Immel will explore other prospects and weigh options and report back to the board for the sake of anticipated emergency action to resolve the matter. Regarding the new water tower, Immel reported that construction of its foundation has been delayed due to paperwork issues. It is now slated to begin today, Nov. 22.

Finances The board approved the tax levy, totaling $54,086, as well as the appropriations budget for fiscal year 2020, with anticipated income totaling $477,525 and anticipated expenses totaling $509,400.

TONICA VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT Deer Night and chili supper planned for Saturday, Nov. 23 TONICA — The Tonica Volunteer Fire Department announces its annual Deer Night and chili supper will be

from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23.

An all-you-can-eat chili dinner costs $7. Hot dogs for the kids are available for $2.

The event is open to the public.

Firefighters note that there is no deer meat in the chili.

Hunters are invited to bring in their deer from the first weekend of shot gun season to win prizes. Awards are $50 for chief’s choice; $50 for the

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LOSTANT — Lostant village leaders continued their discussion of an ordinance regulating junkyards at their board meeting Nov. 11.

Of special concern is a property situated along Route 251, between Second and Grant streets.

With various overtures and requests to remedy the growing eyesore rebuffed by the property owner, the board has determined to bring the matter up for a vote at their next regular meeting.

Board members will vote on whether to adopt an ordinance governing junkyards that has been drafted by Kyle Stephens, village attorney.

This ordinance outlines licensure, disqualification, regulations and penalties — with fines for violators up to $750 for each offense.

The board plans to take this matter up again Dec. 9.

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ashful, a 4-year-old turkey vulture, shows his impressive wingspan to the crowd on George Richter’s arm during a Birds of Prey presentation Nov. 10 at the Starved Rock Visitor Center in Oglesby. George and Berni Richter are the proprietors of Save Our American Raptors (SOAR), a nonprofit organization that takes in birds and teaches various classes on raptor management. Between both of the Richters, they have 83 years of raptor experience. Go to soar-inc.org for more information.

Meanwhile, Deshcha, a bald eagle, came to SOAR when she was 6 months old and has been unable to fly ever since. Berni Richter said Deshcha’s flightlessness is not because she can’t fly, but because an accident made her afraid to fly, and she prefers to walk.

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STANDARD — Residents of Standard are asking for donations to help in building a veterans memorial in the village.

“The men and women on this memorial gave their donation to our country. Can we count on you?” says

Donations to the fund also can be sent to the village office.

On Veterans Day morning, veterans attended a ceremony and “pre-dedication” for the memorial.

In attendance on Veterans Day

were veterans Bill Haage, Jim Haage, Doug Ossola, Terry Dove, Gary Bruno, Len Bertuli, Bob Borri, Jerry Masini, Larry Grosenbach, Dave Thompson, Art Ramey, Becky Ramey, Phil Euler, Gerry McIntyre and Andy Bennet.

implementation of the Human Services Transportation Plan (HSTP). HSTP identifies transportation needs and develops solutions to improve transportation services for the general public. An emphasis is placed on seniors, people with disabilities, individuals with lower incomes and veterans.

The Illinois Department of Transportation has formed an agreement with North Central Illinois Council of Governments (NCICG) for the purposes of preparing, implementing and updating the plan for Region 3. For more information about NCICG, HSTP, or if special accommodations are needed, contact Lisa Lau at 815-433-5830.

Sen. Rezin files bill to combat youth vaping epidemic

bill alone won’t end this epidemic, the goal is to make it more difficult for children to get their hands on these products, reducing the likelihood of them getting hooked.”

In a 2019 study, 27.5 percent of high school students reported using an e-cigarette within the past 30 days, which Rezin said demands the attention of public officials.

“A quarter of our young people have self-reported that they are using a product that has unknown long-term health effects and is not only available for them to consume, but is also highly addictive,” Rezin said.

IN BRIEF Regional transportation committee to meet Nov. 22 The Human Services Transportation Plan, Region 3 Transportation Committee (Bureau, DeKalb, Grundy, Kendall, LaSalle, Lee, Ogle and Putnam counties) will meet at 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 22, at the Mendota Moose Lodge No. 714, 211 E. 12th St. (Route 34), Mendota.

Individuals with an interest in public transportation are strongly encouraged to attend, especially human service organizations serving individuals who use public transportation.

The Regional Transportation Committee is responsible for the development and

SPRINGFIELD — In light of the recent health issues related to electronic cigarettes, state Sen. Sue Rezin (R-Morris) has filed legislation aimed at reducing underage individuals’ access to vapor products.

Senate Bill 2288 prohibits the sale of tobacco products, electronic cigarettes and alternative nicotine products within 100 feet of a school. Retailers who violate this provision would be subject to penalties.

“The alarming trend of teenagers using vapor products should scare any parent wanting to ensure the safety of their children,” Rezin said. “While this

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Donations may be sent to Standard Veterans Memorial Fund, c/o Granville National Bank, 328 S. McCoy St., P.O. Box 344, Granville, IL 61326, says village treasurer Deborah Marchesi.

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OSTANT — Lostant Grade School hosted a Veterans Day program on Nov. 11.

Members of the America Legion, Nick Poppelwell and Steven Chambers, did a folding of the flag and presented the flag to Dr. Sandra Malahy. Doyle Cate played taps, and Doug Severson was the key speaker. Students from the third and fourth grades did a skit based on the book “The America’s White Table.” Students from each classroom had displays about different conflicts. A slide show honoring the Wall of Honor Heroes was shown. Students read their essays about what they thought a veteran was. After the ceremony, veterans enjoyed refreshments.

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OGLESBY — The Patyk family recently made a donation to the Illinois Valley Community College Foundation to support the college’s ag program and keep the memory of their parents alive.

The monetary gift was made in memory of the late Henry and Bernice Patyk of rural Lostant by their six children: John (Debbie) of Peru, Terry (Laura) of Lostant, Marybeth (Bill) Koenen of St. Germain, Wis., Kristie (Larry) Laio of LaSalle, Karen (Randy) Bacidore of Riverside and Jannell (Fran) Bichl of Chicago.

“We could not think of a more appropriate thing to do for mom and dad,” said Terry Patyk, president of the LaSalle County Stockman’s Association. “Supporting ag education is a fitting tribute to them.”

Laura Patyk, a longtime elementary school teacher in Spring Valley, said to her husband, “Education was something your parents believed in.”

Photo contributed IVCC agriculture instructor and co-program coordinator Willard IVCC President Jerry Corcoran (left), Terry Patyk and IVCC ag instructor and co-program coordinator Willard Mott pose with sketches Mott said the donation would be of IVCC’s future ag complex. used to purchase equipment for an introductory animal science course Terry farmed alongside his father that begins this spring. Eventually, until the day Henry died and lived that course and all others will be at home until his marriage to Laura. taught in the ag complex to be built “When I left for the church on my just south of campus. wedding day, my father said, ‘There Henry and Bernice farmed in the goes my best friend.’”

Tonica-Lostant area for more than Terry added, “I hope in some small 40 years. Bernice died Christmas day way this gift can keep their memo2016 at age 92. Henry died in 2007. ries alive.”

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OGLESBY — Organizers of the Oct. 29 North Central Illinois Discover Manufacturing Career Expo at Illinois Valley Community College have established a scholarship that will result in $500 awards this winter for four event attendees.

The Expo will distribute $2,000 in January and varying amounts each fall starting in 2020. Recipients must be planning to pursue a career in

manufacturing and have attended a DMC Expo.

Eligible Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degrees or certificates include Certified Production Technician (CPT), Computer Aided Design (CAD), Computer Numerical Control (CNC), Electricity/Electronics, Engineering Technology, HVAC, Industrial Maintenance or Electrician, Machinist Tool and

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The Expo began with an estimated 300 district high school students touring local manufacturers before coming to IVCC for breakout ses-

sions with hands-on activities.

Participating manufacturers were Allegion, Black Brothers Co., Carus Chemical, Eakas Corp., Flint Hills

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Breakfast Nov. 25 — Create-you-own-sandwich (toast, sausage, egg, cheese), granola, yogurt, fruit, cheese stick, juice, milk.

Nov. 26 — Breakfast boat, granola, yogurt, fruit, cheese stick, juice, milk.

Nov. 27 — No school.

Nov. 28 — No school.

Nov. 29 — No school.

Breakfast Nov. 25 — Sausage biscuit with or without cheese slice or cereal, toast, granola, yogurt, fruit, juice, milk.

Nov. 26 — Powdered sugar or chocolate doughnuts or cereal, toast, granola, yogurt, fruit, juice, milk.

Nov. 27 — No school.

Nov. 28 — No school.

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Lunch Lunch Nov. 25 — Chili with the works Nov. 25 — Boneless chicken drum(cheese, onions, sour cream), corn bread, stick nuggets, mashed potatoes, green beans, fruit, pudding, milk. carrots, fruit, milk.

Nov. 26 — Nacho bar (chips, meat, Nov. 26 — Cheese or pepperoni pizza, cheese, tomato, peppers, salsa), Spanish lettuce and salad dressings, fruit, cookie, rice, fruit, milk. milk.

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Peru was the keynote speaker.

The Expo is organized by IVCC, Starved Rock Associates for Vocational and Technical Education (SRAVTE) and North Central Regional Betterment Coalition (NCRBC).

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Nov. 26 — Turkey with dressing, mashed potatoes with gravy, green bean casserole, cranberry sauce, dinner roll with butter, banana.

Nov. 27 — Beef with rotini noodles, steamed spinach, wheat bread with butter, orange slices, apple slices.

Nov. 28 — PCCC closed.

Nov. 29 — PCCC closed.

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

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ANNUAL STATEMENT OF AFFAIRS SUMMARY FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2019 Copies of the detailed Annual Statement of Affairs for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2019 will be available for public inspection in the school district joint agreement administrative office by December 1, annually. Individuals wanting to review this Annual Statement of Affairs should contact: Tonica Community Consolidated School District 535 N. 1981st Road, Tonica, IL 61370 815 442-3420 7:30-4:00 School District/Joint Agreement Name Address Telephone Office Hours Also by January 15, annually the detailed Annual Statement of Affairs for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2019, will be posted on the Illinois State Board of Education's website @ www.isbe.net.

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Statement of Operations as of June 30, 2019 Operations & Educational Maintenance 1000 934,971 183 844

Local Sources Flow-Through Receipts/Revenues from District to Another District 2000 State Sources 3000 Federal Sources 4000 Total Direct Receipts/Revenues Total Direct Disbursements/Expenditures Other Sources/Uses of Funds Beginning Fund Balances - July 1, 2018 Other Changes in Fund Balances Ending Fund Balances June 30, 2019 SALARY SCHEDULE OF GROSS PAYMENTS FOR CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL AND NON-CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL GROSS PAYMENT FOR CERTIFIED PERSONNEL Salary Range: Less Than $25,000 Kelsea Armstrong; Emma Askew; Karen Austin; Mackenzie Borio; Marcia Burroughs; Rita Ford; Trudy Forkner; Vanessa Goslin; Lisa Hallan; Brenda Hartman; Brittani Holland; Gail Kozel; Monica Latty; Kari Leffelman; Jamie McFall; Denise McGillis; Melissa Pinter; Klaudia Rees; Heather Sherman Salary Range: $25,000 - $39,999 Heather Arbet; Sean Dermody; Samantha Farb; Tyler Finley; Kyle Hines; Amy Mareta;

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0 92,362 0 127,965 119,969 0 0 0 18,353

0 0 0 80,574 62,221 0 0 0 0

Salary Range: $25,000 - $39,999 Morena Andrade-Duncan Salary Range: $40,000 - $59,999 John Rodrick; Dan Stoffle Payments over $2,500, excluding wages and salaries Scholastic $2,852.05 Member TRS Contrib $2,878.11 Common Goal Systems, Inc. $3,149.33 Employers Preferred INS $3,588.50 Source One Office Product $3,750.00 Walden’s Lock Service $3,792.55 Stuart Tree Service $3,800.00 CHG Alternative Education $3,985.08 Village of Tonica $4,661.15 Hopkins & Assoc, CPAS $4,900.00

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1

Working Fire Prevention Cash Tort & Safety 19,892 103,648 18,708 0 0 0 0 19,892 103,648 53,742 0 0 0 0 0 0 9,892 49,906

Johnson Controls Seal-a-Lot Hillman Pediatric Therapy IASB Staples Business Center Card Service Center IL Dept of Employment Sec. Basalay, Cary & Aldstadt Peru Public Schools EMC Insurance Companies Powerschool Group LLC Walter J. Zukowski NextEra Ficek Electric

0 0 18,708 326,416 0 0 0 (307,708) $4,902.43 $5,159.00 $6,418.80 $6,790.00 $7,534.16 $8,193.52 $9,792.00 $10,284.70 $10,307.60 $11,514.89 $11,606.20 $11,876.75 $16,442.71 $17,440.00

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Business Directory Marketplace

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404 W. Main St. McNabb

815-882-2111

PO Box 326

Granville, IL 61326 PH:

815-339-9181 815-399-9182

FAX:

www.grassersplumbingheating.com State ID No 58-100249

SM-PR1675512

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Full Service Store

HEATING & PLUMBING, INC. 24 Hour Service

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107 East Harrison St. • Granville, IL www.kettmanheating.com • 815-339-6124

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GLYNN’S DEMOLITION DEMOLITION & EXCAVATING Raejean Glynn, Owner Terry Glynn, Owner

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815-878-8948 Free Estimates Fully Insured

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Sieg Tire & Tube Repair Shop 112 S. St. Paul St. Mark, IL 61340

Open 7 days/week 8-5pm

Johnny Sieg Owner/Operator siegtire.com 815-878-7367

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RED CARPET SERVICE

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(815) 228-7925 Owner Mark Nieslawski

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815-339-4108 815-481-2639

COMPLETE CAR AND TRUCK CARE 24 HOUR TOWING SERVICE Rt. 89, McNabb, IL • Jack Bima, Owner

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116 South 2nd St. Standard, IL 61363

SM-PR1675506

GRANVILLE

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Licensed-Bonded-Insured

9286 East Power Plant Rd. Hennepin, IL 61327 Fax 815-925-7475 gngdemolition@yahoo.com

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• Friday, November 22, 2019

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