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Are you ready to Relay? The annual 2016 Relay for Life of Bureau County steps off at 3 p.m. on Saturday, July 30. The event — a fundraiser for cancer research and outreach services for cancer patients and their families – will be held at Zearing Park, just off of South Euclid Avenue in Princeton. This year’s theme is “Masquerade: Unmasking A Cure.” The event is free to attend and open to the public. Relay teams will walk around the track from 3 to 11 p.m. Many of the team members have secured pledges for their efforts, which will ultimately go toward the $35,000 goal the Bureau County Relay for Life has set. There are plenty of other opportunities to donate to the cause as well. There will be no shortage of events, activities and fun for all — cancer survivors, their caregivers, Relay teams, families, friends and the public. Those who attend the event can expect to see some great entertainment, enjoy some good food, hear some motivational speakers and leave the event feeling inspired by the people you see and meet there. Opening ceremonies begin at 4 p.m.; the luminaria ceremony begins at 9 p.m.; the closing ceremony is at 10:30 p.m. There will be plenty of activities, games and more throughout the day/ evening. See more on Page 2. IVS file photo
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‘Unmasking A Cure’ Relay for Life of Bureau County is July 30 By Terri Simon tsimon@bcrnews.com
PRINCETON — When one thinks of a masquerade party, they might visualize a lot of masks, costumes and plenty of fun. This year, the 2016 Relay for Life of Bureau County is doing just the same — hoping the fundraiser that spans the nation will help by “unmasking a cure� to the disease which continues to rob so many of so much. The Bureau County Relay for Life, dubbed “Masquerade: Unmasking A Cure,� is set for 3 to 11 p.m. Saturday, July 30, at Zearing Park in Prince-
ton. This year’s goal is to raise $35,000, which goes to support cancer research and a variety of outreach services for cancer patients and their families. The Saturday event (a change from previous years when the Relay for Life was held on Friday evenings) is filled with a host of activities for cancer survivors, their caregivers, the Relay for Life teams and the public. The event revolves around the lake at Zearing Park, where Relay teams walk the track as an event fundraiser. There are also plenty of other opportunities to donate and/or join in the fun. The Relay for Life steps
off at 3 p.m. when teams set up their campsites and cancer survivors check in. From 3 to 5 p.m. there will be plenty of kids’ games and face painting. The silent auction also opens at 3 p.m. (closes at 7:30 p.m.) as does the Cruise For A Cause Car Show. Opening ceremonies begin at 4 p.m. with a welcome by Sara Hudson, Relay for Life community champion. The Bureau County Mounted Search and Rescue will present the colors, and the Princeton High School Star Spangled Singers and Princeton High School Pom Squad will perform. Survivor speakers
Car show planned PRINCETON — The Relay for Life Bee Team will host a car show from 3 to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 30, in the parking lot of Christ Community Church, 1719 S. Euclid Ave. in Princeton. The entry fee is by donation, with all proceeds going to Relay for Life. Spectators, as well as car owners, are welcome. For more information, call Bernice Schuetz at 815-875-8695. are Renee Carlson and Michaela Dobson. The survivor lap — led by cancer survivors and joined by their caregivers — begins at 4:45 p.m., followed by the Paint the Park Purple Lap at 5 p.m. A cancer survivor dinner is set for 5 p.m. Crazy Cain’s Bobbi-Q and the Schwan’s truck (ice cream) and Moose Tacos will be on hand to feed the hungry
IEPA extends public comment period for Superfund site through Aug. 15 DEPUE —The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) received a request to extend the public comment period in this matter for 30 days. Pursuant to the National Oil and Hazardous Substances Pollution Contingency Plan, 40 CFR §300.430(f)(3)(i)(C), IEPA, as the lead agency, is extending the comment period for 30 additional days. Since extension of the comment period for 30 additional days would
tion happening at 8 p.m. The ever-popular and moving luminaria ceremony will take place at 9 p.m. Luminaria donations are $10 per person and can be purchased in honor of a cancer survivor or as a remembrance to those who have lost their fight against the disease. The closing ceremony is at 10:30 p.m. with the event ending at 11 p.m.
Order early and save money at Illinois State Fair SPRINGFIELD — The 2016 Illinois State Fair will be here before you know it, and fair officials are reminding fair-goers there is an opportunity to save money during the event. An Illinois State Fair Mega Pass is good for unlimited carnival rides during all days of the Illinois State Fair. Currently, they are on sale for just $70. However, on Aug. 1 the price of a Mega Pass will increase to $90.   Purchases may be made with cash or MC/Visa/Discover by visiting the Emmerson Building located on the fairgrounds; calling the Credentials Office at 217-782-6661; mailing order and payment to address on the order form; or by using the PAY link on the website (2.35 percent convenience fee). Children do not have to be present for purchase (Photo IDs can be taken any
have the comment period ending on a non-business day, the comment period in this matter has been extended through Monday, Aug. 15. Comments postmarked on or before Aug. 15, will be considered by the IEPA. Email comments are to be sent to epa.publichearingcom@illinois.gov and must be received no later than Aug. 15, and should state “New Jersey Zinc/ Mobil Chemical Superfund Site Proposed Plan� in the subject line.
Princeton Elks Lodge offers free children’s orthopedic clinic PRINCETON — The Princeton Elks 1461 Lodge in cooperation with the Illinois Elks Children’s Care Corporation will sponsor a free children’s orthopedic assessment clinic on Thursday, Aug. 11. The clinic is from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. and is by appointment only. To make an appointment call the Illinois Elks Children’s Care office at 800-272-0074 between the hours of 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. There are no charges for any services at this clinic. The Elks will hold the clinic at Perry Memorial Hospital. The hospital is located at 530 Park Ave. East, Princeton – use the north front door. Dr. Richard Erickson of Carol Stream will be the clinician in charge. No medical referral is necessary for the clinic, but physicians are welcome to refer patients to the clinic for a specific reason or second opinion. School nurses are welcome to refer children and families to the
crowd. More children’s games will be available from 5 to 7 p.m., plus plenty of other activities like performances by the Covered Bridge Chorus and Second Wind, a demonstration by the Morse School of Isshinryu, more fun laps and even a chicken dance. At 7:30 p.m., a queen’s court contest will be on center stage with corona-
clinic. The Elks Organization has been working with physically challenged children since 1928, and this is one of the 16 clinic locations throughout Illinois. The clinic is an ideal time to have a child reviewed for bone and joint development. If your child has feet pointing out or in who complains of back, knee, leg, ankle pain or has a back curvature, they can be seen at this clinic. There is no charge for any diagnostic services at this clinic. The Elks will provide financial assistance to the best of their ability for children needing further treatment or specialty equipment when the family lacks sufficient resources to do so. In the past, the Elks have purchased therapy services, corrective shoes, braces, wheelchairs and augmentative communication devices to help children overcome a variety of physical challenges.
time between now and Aug. 21). Discount admission books: 40 percent discount on gate admission Discount admission books include 11 paid gate admissions that can be used any day of the fair. These booklets are available for purchase on the fairgrounds at the Emmerson Building. Each book costs $60 which results in an overall savings of 40 percent! These booklets are a great idea for any family or group of friends who plan to attend the fair more than once. Both of these money saving offers are available for purchase on the Illinois State Fairgrounds. For more information about these special offers, contact the Illinois State Fair Administration Office at 217-7826661. The fair runs from Aug. 11 through Aug. 21 in Springfield.
Walnut fundraiser to benefit St. Jude’s WALNUT — Multiple events are being planned for a fundraiser which will benefit St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital in their ongoing efforts to find a cure for childhood cancer. Sponsored by Cora’s Crew and St. Jude Ride, the event is set for Saturday, Aug. 6, at Green River Country Club, 15212 Illinois Route 92 in Walnut. A best ball golf scramble begins at 2 p.m. The fee for the golf outing is $25 per person. Contact Chad Pistole at 815-878-5932 with questions. Space is limited, so sign up early. The golf scramble will be followed
by dinner from 5 to 7 p.m.; dinner includes pulled pork/beef hot dogs and all the fixings. There is no cost for dinner, however, donations are greatly appreciated. Immediately following dinner at 7 p.m., a trivia night will be held. The cost is $100 per team (up to 10 people). Space is also limited for the trivia night, so those interested are urged to sign up early. There will also be a 50/50 raffle and a silent auction throughout the event. For questions or to sign up, email davidcandylind@yahoo.com.
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Auction Calendar July 30 — Jim Prevot estate, collection of 500 toy trains, railroad collectibles, miscellaneous toys, 10 a.m., Tumbleson Auction Center, 1635 N. Main St., Princeton, Tumbleson Auction Co., auctioneers. Aug. 14 — V. Kaye Miller estate, John Deere tractors, Farmall tractors and farm equipment, 9:30 a.m., The Shed, 401 W. Main St., Wyanet, Rediger Auction Service, auctioneers. Aug. 20 – Lorna C. Durham estate, real estate, 10 a.m., Green River Country Club, 15212 IL Hwy 92, Walnut, Darrell Dahl, auctioneer.
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Perry’s Upcoming Events August 2016 PRINCETON — Thursday, July 28, 2:30 p.m., summer reading program featuring life-sized games: Angry Birds. Green pigs will invade, and yes, birds will be angry, but what fun it will be to slingshot birds into block houses to win the day. At 6:30 p.m., the library will host Jumpstart Your Writing with local author Deb Borys. Anyone interested in writing, whether wannabe, beginner or professional, will find inspiration using an assortment of visual and written exercises. Friday, July 29, 10:30 a.m., local musician Chris Nesbitt will perform for the final night of this year’s summer reading season. Adults and children alike should come to enjoy the music and see if their names are drawn to win one of the many great prizes on the finish line. Monday, Aug. 1, 6:30 p.m., Monday Night Movie: Two American tourists on a hunting trip in Scotland become lost. As they meander around the countryside they encounter a small village, not on the map, called Brigadoon. Wednesday, Aug. 3, 3:45 p.m., Junior High Book Club game day. At 6:30 p.m., Chicks with Sticks will meet. Thursday, Aug. 4, at 6:30 p.m., adult coloring. LAMOILLE — Visit the library for coloring on Therapy Thursday, which is an ongoing program. Come and go between 1 and 4 p.m. Materials will be furnished, or people may bring their own. The library will be participating in the Rebecca Caudill Book Choice Award for 2017. This program is open to children in fourth through eighth grades. Twenty books have been nominated for the award, but each participating child has to read only three of the nominees to vote for their favorite. The Rebecca Caudill group will meet at the library for fun talks, games and snacks, ending with a pizza party and voting in February 2017. The library is also taking part in choosing the Abraham Lincoln High School Book Award. This award will be chosen from 20 nominees and voted on by participating high school students. The program will be conducted in the same manner as the Rebecca Caudill program. If interested in joining either of these groups, contact the library for a list of the nominated books. DEPUE — The library’s annual reading program is winding down. The final special program will be the library Olympics at 10 a.m. on Aug. 2. The last day to turn in books for prizes will be July 30. Prizes will be given out during the program on Aug. 2 and will be available for pickup through Aug. 13. The library has announced the board meeting dates for the 2016-17 fiscal year. The board meetings are held on Mondays, except where noted, at 6 p.m. at the
library. Meeting dates are: Aug. 8, Sept. 12, Oct. 11, (Tuesday); Nov. 14, December – no meeting, Jan. 9, 2017; Feb. 13, 2017; March 13, 2017; April 10, 2017; May 8, 2017; and June 12, 2017. All board meetings are open to the public. On the second Tuesday of every month, the library hosts blood pressure and blood sugar screenings for free. The screenings are administered by St. Margaret’s Health. TISKILWA — Every Thursday at 10:45 a.m., the library hosts a senior fitness class. Participants focus on balance, endurance, muscular strength, mental clarity and socialization. Every Tuesday at 5:30 p.m., the library hosts a yoga class, where participants enjoy camaraderie with others and are challenged mentally and physically. WALNUT — The library will host its Read – For the Win summer reading program until Aug. 10. Participants meet every Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. The library hosts a range of free activities for children that encourages and supports a love of reading. Participants will notice a new format for the program this year in the form of bingo cards to track their progress. Kids will be given special bingo cards with reading challenges, such as “read a book with a blue cover” or “build a blanket fort and read a book” just to try to switch things up and try something new. BUREAU — The Leepertown Township Public Library is open from 2 to 6 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday; from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday; and from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. The library has computers for patron usage, as well as copier, scanning and fax services. Call 815-659-3283 for information. (The fax number is the same as the phone number). LADD —The library is sponsoring its new Perpetual Programs. These are activities that are prepared and available to be enjoyed at the library anytime a patron stops in. No registration. No set time. Just stop in and enjoy an activity such as jigsaw puzzles, card games or a craft. The library is also sponsoring an adult summer reading program this year. Pickup a passport to fun at the library. The library also sponsors an adult coloring club on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Wednesdays from 5 to 7 p.m. Adult card club is on Fridays from 1 to 3 p.m. The library is happy to be offering basket weaving classes. Each class lasts three hours and features a different style of basket. Sign-up for one or sign up for them all. Each class costs $15 and must be paid for at the time of registration. Registration sheets are available at the circulation desk. The dates and projects are as follows: Aug. 9, from 6 to 9 p.m., cone; and Aug. 20, from 1 to 4 p.m. tissue box.
Tai Chi - Mondays & Thursdays 10:15 a.m. Bureau County Metro Center, $5 fee Call 815-876-4494 to verify dates Perry on Open line - 8/2 9:30 a.m., Listen to WZOE, 1490 AM IVCH Prenatal Classes at Perry - 8/3, 8/10, 8/17 & 8/24 6:30 p.m., Perry Memorial, White Oak Classroom Call 815-780-3337 to register Community Blood Drive - 8/4 1:30 p.m. - 6 p.m., Perry Memorial, MOB 4th Floor Call 1-800-747-5401 to schedule an appointment Pow Wow Days Parade - 8/6 10:30 a.m., Tiskilwa FREE Blood Pressure & Blood Sugar Screening - 8/9 7:30 a.m. - 9 a.m., Perry Memorial, Main Lobby Diabetes Information Meeting - 8/9 6 p.m., Perry Memorial, White Oak Classroom Elk’s FREE Children’s Orthopedic Clinic - 8/11 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m., Perry Memorial, North Lobby Call 1-800-272-0074 to schedule an appointment PMH Auxiliary MudCross Challenge II - 8/13 Sunset Ridge Moto Cross, Walnut Register at www.mudcrosschallenge.com Grief & Loss Support Group - 8/16 2:30 p.m., Perry Memorial, Chapel Multiple Sclerosis Educational Meeting - 8/16 6 p.m., Perry Memorial, White Oak Classroom In the Kitchen with Ashley - 8/18 5 p.m., Perry Memorial, Lower Level Classroom Call 815-876-4448 to register Spring Valley Farmer’s Market - 8/24 4 p.m. - 6 p.m., Heartland Bank & Trust, Spring Valley Live food demonstration with Ashley Schwind, RD FREE Monthly Health Topic Session - 8/30 1 p.m., Bureau County Senior Center
Coming in September 9/25 - Mamm & Glam, Breast Cancer Awareness Event Call 815-876-4449 For more information on these and other events sponsored by Perry Memorial Hospital, please visit our website or contact Marketing at 815-876-4481.
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Russ Higgins, commercial agriculture educator for the University of Illinois Extension, examines a soybean plant while collecting soil samples at IVCC as part of the initial nitrogen study.
IVCC partners with Extension for ag-related partnership OGLESBY — Already working closely to build and expand the Illinois Valley Community College agriculture program, IVCC and the University of Illinois Extension are launching another agriculture-related partnership. Utilizing approximately 149 acres of IVCC farmland, University of Illinois Extension is in the early stages of developing a soil research program. Initial focus of the research is finding effective means of reducing cropland nitrogen loss — a serious environmental concern due to the possibility of contaminating the Illinois and Mississippi River watersheds. This new partnership also has great potential for future IVCC agriculture students as it may lead to additional agronomy educational opportunities. “We are excited to be part of the effort to find solutions to one of the major agriculture environmental challenges of our time and are proud of our growing relationship with the university’s College of ACES,” said IVCC President Jerry Corcoran. “The Extension continues to be an outstanding and vital partner in our increasingly successful effort to expand our agriculture program,” he added. Daryle Wragge, program coordinator
for the Extension’s Bureau-LaSalle-Putnam-Marshall Unit headquartered at IVCC, said, “The partnership of our unit and IVCC in establishing an agronomic research facility is invaluable to our producers and agricultural industry.” “It will provide valuable research in crop production issues that affect our farmers’ bottom lines. The college and Extension will strive to bring University of Illinois campus and industry specialists to our facility to assist in finding viable, economic and productive answers to today’s crop production,” Wragge added. Russ Higgins, commercial agriculture educator for the Extension, said, “Our unit is pleased to bring University of Illinois resources to the district. Extension is the outreach arm of the university, and our focus in all programs is to provide unbiased, research-based information to improve the lives of people where they live and work. “Our joint goal is to build on resources and collaborate on programming that supports the area’s ag industry — including ag producers and agri-businesses and serve IVCC’s new agriculture students.” One of the first public activities of the new research program is an Ag Field Day at IVCC Tuesday, Aug. 2.
Important deadlines given for fall semester at IVCC OGLESBY — Illinois Valley Community College has announced a series of important dates leading to the Thursday, Aug. 18, beginning of fall semester classes. “Students planning to attend this fall should get in as early as possible to ensure they get the classes and schedule they want,” said Aseret Loveland, assistant director of admissions and records. “Classes start in less than a month, but there is still time for students to get a full schedule and a start toward a new career.” “Express Registration” was offered from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 27, at the Ottawa Center, 321 W. Main, Ottawa, and featured on-the-spot counseling and registration as well as financial aid information. Fall tuition is due no later than 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 3. Anyone registering after this date must pay by the Wednesday following their registration. Wednesday registrations are due that day.
In addition, students with any type of financial aid, including tuition waivers, scholarships, loans and grants must contact the cashier at 815-224-0213 to have their tuition deferred. Failure to do so will result in classes being dropped for non-payment. New Student Convocation will welcome incoming students at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 17, in the Cultural Centre. A picnic will follow in the courtyard and offer an opportunity to discover the more than 40 student groups and organizations IVCC students enjoy. IVCC transfer partners including University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Illinois State University, Northern Illinois University, Western Illinois University and University of St. Francis will also be at the picnic. While early registration is strongly encouraged, students can enroll up to the date their classes begin Aug. 18 or later. For information, call 815-224-0447 or visit www.ivcc.edu.
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Many students attended school at the Reagan Building in Tiskilwa. The building will be open for public viewing and reminiscing after the Pow Wow Days Parade on Aug. 6.
Reagan tour set for Aug. 6 TISKILWA — Remember when you were a student, teacher, parent or administrator at the Reagan school building in Tiskilwa? Come reminisce with us immediately after the Pow Wow Days parade on Saturday, Aug. 6. The public is invited to walk through the building, enjoy memories and observe how the building is being used today. The building is currently shared by
IVCC Adult Education program will offer classes OGLESBY — The Adult Education program at Illinois Valley Community College is offering free High School Equivalency (HSE), Adult Basic Education (ABE), i-Pathways HSE preparation online and English Language Acquisition (ELA) classes beginning the week of Aug. 22 on the main campus and at Ottawa Center, 321 W. Main St. New and returning students are required to attend a pre-registration session prior to joining a class. For times and locations and to schedule a session, HSE/ABE students should call Cindy at 815-224-0358, and ELA students should call Sara at 815-2240355. Para preguntas en Español, llama 815224-0355, Sara. Visit www.ivcc.edu/adulted for an online class schedule.
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Crossroads High School and Junior High, Bright Beginnings Preschool and BMP Special Education District offices. Walk-throughs begin at approximately 11 a.m. and will last until 12:30 p.m. For more information about Crossroads High School or the event, call 815-646-4037 or email info@CrossroadsHighSchool.net.
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TRACTORS: ’02 Cat Challenger MT865 w/ 3,430 hrs.; ’91 Cat Challenger CH65B w/ 5,868 hrs.; ’95 JD 8200 MFWD w/ 4,497 hrs.; ’82 JD 4440 w/ 4,451 hrs.; ’63 JD 4010 dsl.; Case 1270 Agri King w/ 4,081 hrs. COMBINE & HEADS: ’06 JD 9760STS 2wd w/ 2,180 eng./ 1,256 sep. hrs.; ’08 JD 612C 12R30” corn head; ’07 J D 630F 30’ HydraFlex platform; Unverferth Road Runner 630 30’ head trailer. AMS EQUIPMENT: ’07 JD 2600 display w/ SF2; ’10 JD 1800 display w/ SF1; ’15 JD StarFire 3000 receiver; ’04 JD StarFire iTC receiver; ’05 JD StarFire iTC receiver; (4) JD ATU steering wheels. GRAIN HANDLING: Kinze 840 grain cart; (2) M&W 300B gravity wagons; Farm King 6640 grain vac; Top Air 8”x 18’ hyd. belt conveyor; Mayrath 10”x 62’ swing away grain auger; Hutchison 8”x 71’ grain auger; several other augers. PLANTING: ’08 JD 1760 12R30” wing fold planter; ’01 JD 1770 Conservation 12R30” front fold planter; Friesen by Meridian Seed Titan 4SE 4-box seed tender; Fast 8100 15-knife liquid fertilizer applicator. TILLAGE: ’09 JD 2310 30’ 9” mulch finisher; EarthMaster Tillage 34’ vertical tillage tool; Blue Jet Sub Tiller IV 7-shank inline pull-type ripper; Blue Jet Sub Tiller II 5-shank in-line 3 pt. ripper; McFarlane HDL-132-44 8-bar spike tooth harrow; JD 310 18’ heavy duty offset disk; M & W Earthmaster 1700 7-shank disc ripper; M & W Earthmaster 1460 7-shank disc ripper; JD 15’ cultimulcher. FARM EQUIPMENT: ’05 JD HX15 15’ batwing; Soil Mover SM500 5-yard hyd. soil scraper; JD 845 12R30” hyd. fold cultivator; Noble Row-Runner 6R30” 3 pt. cultivator; JD 400 15’ rotary hoe; Fast 3 pt. 60’ spray booms; Hurricane 26HD 3 pt. trencher; JD 2600 5-bottom plow; Woods BH750 3 pt. backhoe attachment; Hahn Hi-Boy HB-80 high clearance sprayer; JD 535 pull-type sprayer. TRUCKS & VEHICLES: ’91 Int. 4900 grain truck w/ alum. bed & 158K miles; ’72 Ford Louisville 750 grain truck; ’69 Chevrolet C50 grain truck; ’92 Chevrolet 1500 w/t pickup w/ 150K miles; ’95 Chevrolet Blazer w/ 229K miles. COLLECTOR TRACTORS & FARM COLLECTIBLES: MM RT tractor w/ factory cab, original; (2) JD 630 gas tractors; Farmall H tractor; ’32 Case CC gas tractor; AC B tractor; 1920s threshing machine; (2) IH Cub Cadet riding lawn mowers; quantity of farm collectibles. Also selling a large amount of farm support items, shop tools, parts, etc.
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Chicago Zoological Society to host Teen Conservation Leadership Conference ‘Dawn of the Tikis’ I have started writing a book called “Dawn of the Tikis.” I hope you enjoy the fourth chapter. I plan to run a new chapter in each Cool Kids’ Corner. Thanks for reading. — Logan Chapter 4: Hotel Horror I looked over at my family to see if they saw the tikis on the wing of the plane, but to my surprise, they were tikis too — everyone was. Then I noticed the weirdest part, the entire plane was made of wood. Then it all went black. Three words were going through my head — tiki, haunted and cursed. I fought against the blackness, slowly beginning to realize that I had fallen asleep. Feeling like I was coming out of a coma, I struggled to wake up. Blinking, I looked out the
window where I had spotted the tikis. There were three men who looked like employees of the airport walking away from the wing. I looked over at my family and saw they were all normal. Well, at least as normal as my brother and sister could be. The plane, no longer made of wood as it had been in my dream, began to prepare for takeoff. Lindy asked Mom when we would be there. Mom said a few hours. We were crossing an ocean. It was fun to see the different boats, like barges, speed boats and fishing boats. Once we landed, the hotel was close enough to the airport that we could walk over to the hotel, wheeling our luggage behind us. I saw the beach as we got close to
our hotel. An empty row boat was being carried by the waves into what looked like a cave. I knew one thing for sure, tonight I was going to sneak out of my hotel room and into that cave.
Jumble Mumble In honor of the new ‘Ghostbusters’ movie, can you unscramble these words about the supernatural? 1. osthg ______________________ 2. wfolweer ___________________ 3. amvirep ____________________
BROOKFIELD — Life after high school may have many teens wondering what lies ahead. To help area teens prepare for life after high school, the Chicago Zoological Society, which manages Brookfield Zoo, is hosting the Teen Conservation Leadership Conference 2016 from Aug. 3-5 at the Illinois Institute of Technology in Chicago. The conference, which the society hopes will attract 400 to 500 attendees, will expose teens to careers in conservation and science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). During the first two days, students can attend informational workshops, clinics, and panel discussions about topics such as animal welfare, zoo design, the palm oil crisis, and climate change. Teens will have the opportunity to learn about exciting careers in conservation and STEM from expert. There will also be a Readiness Expo that will give participants the opportunity to meet with college representatives, potential employers and scholarship organizations, among other involvement opportunities. Representatives from organizations scheduled to have exhibit booths at the conference include Aurora University, Brighton Park Neighborhood, Chicago Youth Alliance for Climate Action, Eden Place Nature Center, Fiore Nursery and Landscape, Institute of Environmental Sustainability at Loyola University Chicago, John G. Shedd Aquarium, Life Directions, Lincoln Park Zoo, Public Communications Inc., Southern Illinois University, Rasmussen College, The Field Museum, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, and Wild Indigo Audubon.
The final day of the conference, which will take place at Brookfield Zoo, will include guided tours by the society’s King Scholars, two exhibit design workshops hosted by Emily Howard of PVGA, and box lunches served at the Pavilions with some special animal encounters. The conference concludes with a barbecue dinner during which teens will be invited to stay for the zoo’s Summer Nights event featuring live music and other family-themed entertainment. The conference is hosted by the Chicago Zoological Society’s King Conservation Science Scholars Program, which provides diverse high school students with the opportunity to make a difference in their communities while preparing for their future. Students also have the opportunity to work on internal projects at Brookfield Zoo, get a behindthe-scenes perspective of life at the zoo, take science elective classes, participate in workshops in career readiness and college readiness, and develop crucial leadership skills through team-building activities. The program currently enrolls 255 students from more than 110 high schools from throughout the area. To attend the conference, participants must be between the ages of 13 and 19 years. A donation of $10 per person is suggested, which will contribute to the society’s conservation initiatives and programs, as well as to the purchase of a commemorative conference plaque that will be displayed in the Hamill Family Wild Encounters exhibit at Brookfield Zoo. For more information, including individual and group registration, visit CZS. org/teenconference or email scholars@ czs.org.
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or slice a piece of cake if you made the sheet cake. Put the cake or cupcake on a plate that can go in the microwave. Put a graham cracker square on top of the cake and put a marshmallow on top of that. Put two squares of the Hershey’s chocolate bar on top of that. Microwave the creation for 30 seconds, or until gooey. Eat immediately with a fork. Enjoy!
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Price Reduced! $59,900 McNabb! 3 BR home. Fenced yard, deck & pool, ranch style, full basement. Needs some TLC. (previous sold for double the money). #09255821
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Price Reduced! $99,000 Price Reduced! $55,000 Price Reduced! $104,000 Princeton! 3 Br ranch home w/ large LR, Sheffield! Wonderful location, many Princeton! 21 ft. screened porch, 3 BR, eat in kitchen & sliding doors to patio & updates. New 2012 windows, drywall & updated kitchen, newer appliances, fenced yard. Partially finished basement. insulation. 2014 furnace. 2015 AC, bath & hardwood floors, built-ins. 2013 Furnace/ Central air. #09253867 wiring. Bonus room. #09177594 AC. 3 car garage. #08885382
Price Reduced! $99,900 Princeton! nicely renovated 3 BR home w/ front porch, spacious backyard, detached 2 car garage w/ workshop area. Central air, vinyl siding. #09174997
New Listing! $139,900 Princeton! Charming older 4 BR home located on brick street. Open staircase, 3 car garage, 3 season room 11’x23’, hardwood floors. 128’x129’ lot. #09288970
$230,000 – Country Home! $94,500 - Wyanet! New Listing! Princeton $129,000. Beautiful views. 4000 sq. ft. updated Big house, big yard & big value! 4 BR, lots 3 BR home on 2 lots. 3 Season porch, home. On 5 acres w/ 6 outbuildings, of updates, front & back stairs. Privacy concrete patio, gazebo, Gorge with 8’x24’ fenced feedlot, fenced pasture. 2008 new fence, walk up attic, hardwood under workshop. Central air, vinyl siding. Tree, well & septic. Horses Welcome! #08819341 carpet. Shrock Hickory Kitchen. #08968357 bushes & flowers. #09288393
$249,500 - Gorgeous $110,000 Princeton! 4 BR w/ 2620 sq. ft. on .73 acre. Elegant 28’x21’ kitchen, screen porch, fenced back kitchen w/ SS appliances, FR w/ FP, yard, curved staircase, hot tub, 3 BR ( 2 up finished basement w/ walkout, paver patio. & 1 down). Includes appliances. Located New kitchen & roof 2006. #09203440 near west side ball park. #09140874
$125,000 Ladd Home! This 3 Br & 2bath ranch is beautifully updated. Hardwood floors in LR. Full basement for extra storage. This home offers charm, large lot & great location. #09118303
$94,500 - Wyanet! Big house, big yard & big value! 4 BR, lots of updates, front & back stairs. Privacy fence, walk up attic, hardwood under carpet. Shrock Hickory Kitchen. #08968357
$107,500 – Sheffield! $65,900 – Wyanet! Spacious 3 BR on half acre corner lot. Wonderful 3 BR (possible 4) home w/ Finished basement. FR w/ woodburning newer furnace. Great room sizes, hardwood FP (gas start). HWH 2015. Roof 2006. Sun floors, pocket doors, 8’x14’ screened porch. room 8’x8’. Come Take A Look. #09163529 Plenty of space 1942 sq ft, #09048646
$87,000 Country Home! On 1.09 Acre w/ 3 BR home, natural gas well (for heating), updated kitchen w/ pantry, includes kitchen appliances. Heated 2 car garage. #08800475
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Happenings MudCross challenge WALNUT — Registration is still open for the Perry Memorial Auxiliary MudCross Challenge. The event is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 13, at Sunset Ridge MX in Walnut. This challenge is a three-to-four mile muddy obstacle course that you run, walk, climb, crawl and slide your way through to the finish line. There is also a “Fun Run” for children, ages 5-12. You can register online at www.mudcrosschallenge.com or register at the event. All proceeds go to the Perry Memorial Hospital Auxiliary.
Slow pitch tournament
TAMPICO — The fourth annual double-elimination men’s slowpitch tourney will be Aug. 20 in Tampico. This is primarily a men’s tournament but women are allowed to play also. Players must be at least 16 years of age to play but 16 and 17 year olds need parent consent. There will be a 10-team limit. If there is more interest generated, it could be moved to a two-day tournament. Cost is $125 per team. Payout for top three teams. To keep entry fees down teams will be required to supply an umpire for the following game depending on where they are in the bracket after first round. Placing games will have umpires provided. The tournament is a fundraiser to support the Tampico ball diamonds. For more information, visit the tournament Facebook page or contact Jamie Mosher at 815-499-4160.
Tiger Tennis Classic
PRINCETON — The Princeton High School tennis program will host the Tiger Tennis Classic Saturday, July 30, for singles. Divisions for the singles tournament are men’s open, men’s over 40, women’s open and juniors 13 and under, 15 and under and 17 and under. Awards will be given to first and second place in the main draw and consolation in each division. Fees per person/per entry is $14, plus one can of tennis balls per event. Registration is available online at www.tigertennisclassic.com or by calling 815-878-6120 or 815-878-5900.
Pow Wow Days 5K
TISKILWA — The sixth annual Tiskilwa Pow Wow Days 5K will be held at 8 a.m. Aug. 6. Check-in and registration begins at 6:45 a.m. at the East Park shelter. Entry fee is $30 through race day. Entry forms available at Bead Buzz Jewelry Design, 432 S. Main St. Princeton, Tiskilwa Library, Zig’s Station or one can register online at www. racetime.info. All proceeds benefit the Pow Wow Days 5K scholarship fund. For more info, call 815-866-4653, email powwow5k@ gmail.com or visit http://www.powwowdays. com or the Pow Wow Days Facebook page.
DePue 5K
DEPUE — The sixth annual DePue 5K Run/Walk will take place Saturday, July 30, during the DePue Boat races weekend. The race will start at 8 a.m. at the DePue Fire Station. Registration fees are $25. For more information, call Michael Rodriguez at 815878-9024, Ann Rodriguez at 815-447-2312 or email rodrig.87@comcast.net.
Cornapalooza 5K/10K
MENDOTA — The ninth annual Mendota Cornapalooza 5K/10K Run and 5K Walk will be held Saturday, Aug. 13. The race, which begins and ends at Lake Mendota, will kick off at 8 a.m. Registration and packet pick-up begins at 6:30 a.m. The entry fee is $20 if registered by July 29 and $25 after up until race day. A Cornapalooza T-shirt is guaranteed to participants registered by July 29. Size or a shirt is not guaranteed to late registrants. AnchorAwards will be presented to the first overall male and female runner in the
5K and 10K runs. Medals will be presented to first through third places in each age group. All competitors 14 and under will receive a participation ribbon. Participants can register online at www.signmeup. com/114513. Race applications are also available at www.osfsaintpaul.org, at OSF Saint Paul Medical Center and the Mendota Area Chamber of Commerce, or by calling JoEllyn Gahan at 815-539-7461, ext. 3209. Proceeds benefit the OSF Saint Paul Foundation.
Sweet Corn Tennis
MENDOTA — The 69th annual Sweet Corn Tennis Tournament will be held Aug. 11-14 at Mendota High School. The competition will be a first round consolation draw to allow everyone a minimum of two matches. Juniors will now play an 8-game pro set and adults a 10-game pro set. All events are a blind draw. The junior events for boys and girls 13-under singles and 17-under singles and doubles will be played Friday, Aug. 12. Adults will be competing in singles, doubles, and mixed doubles Saturday, Aug. 13, and singles play Sunday, Aug 14. Entry forms may be picked up at the Mendota Area Chamber of Commerce office and Sports-N-Stuff in Mendota. They may also be obtained at sweetcornfestival.com or osfsaintpaul.org or by sending a SASE to Mendota Area Chamber of Commerce, PO Box 620, Mendota, IL 61342. Entry deadline is Monday, Aug. 8, by 4 p.m. All players registering by that time will receive a Sweet Corn Festival Tennis T-shirt. For further information, contact the Chamber office at 815-539-6507.
at Washington Park in Peru. Entry fees are $20 before Aug. 31 and $25 after. Packet pick-up is from 6:30 to 7:45 a.m. race day on East side of Washington Park. For more information, call race director Jim Schaefer at 815-0780-3208 or ivchfall5k@hotmail. com or visit www.starvedrockrunners.org or ivch.org.
Naplate 5K
NAPLATE — The Naplate Pasta Push 5K will start at 10 a.m. rain or shine Sunday, Sept. 11 near the Naplate Village Hall. Entry fees are $20 before Sept. 2 and $25 after. Submit pre-race applications to Jill Nevins, 3091 E. 1825 Road, Ottawa, IL 61350. For more information, call 815-434-1148 or 815-434-6327 or email jillnevins@yahoo. com.
Elle’s Tap 8K
LASALLE — Elle’s Tap Out Cancer 8K/2 Mile Run/Walk will start at 8 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 18 in the park West of Elle’s Tap in LaSalle. Entry fees are $25 for the 8K and $25 for the 2M Run/Walk before Aug. 16 and $30/25 after. Send check payable to
Elle’s 8K, 931, First St., LaSalle, IL 61301. Race day registration and packet pick-up will begin at 8 a.m. For more information, email theresaellerbrock@lasalletownship.att.net.
Holy Family Shuffle
OGLESBY — The Holy Family Shuffle 3-Mile Walk/Run will start at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 1 at Holy Family School in Oglesby. Entry fees are $20 if received by Sept. 23 and $25 after. Make checks payable and mail to Holy Family School, 336 Alice Ave. Oglesby, IL 61348.
Dzierzynski 5K Run/Walk
OGLESBY — The Connie Dzierzynski Skerston 5K Run/Walk5K scholarship fundraiser will start at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 8 at IVCC. Entry fees are $25 by Oct. 1 and $30 after. Make checks payable and mail to Connie Dzierzynski Skerston Scholarship to 202 Oak St., Spring Valley, IL 61362. Registration may also be completed online at www.runrace.net. ••• Submit your rec news to sports@bcrnews. com.
Boo Milby 5K
LASALLE — The Boo Milby 5K is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 20 at Northwest School in LaSalle. Entry fees are $20 before Aug. 17 and $25 race day. Entries made payable to Illinois Valley Alzheimer’s Group, Inc., may be sent to Joanne Milby, 11 A Heather Drive, LaSalle, IL 61301. For more information, call 815-2230-1885 or send email to boo15@att.net.
Music in Motion 5K
STERLING — The Music in Motion 5K is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 6, in Sterling. Entry fees are $20 pre-registered and $25 race day. Veterans pay $10. Pre-race registration packet pick-up will be from 4-6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 5 at the Westwood Sports Center. Race day registration is from 7-7:45 a.m. with the race to follow at 8 a.m. at Westwood. For online registration and more information, visit www.getmeregistered.com, musicinmotion5k.org or www.rockriverroadrunners.org.
Mr. C’s Wenona 5K
WENONA — Mr C’s Wenona 5K 5K is set for Friday, Aug. 12 as part of the Wenona Days Mardi Gras at Wenona Park. Entry fees are $15 pre-registered before Aug. 5 and $18 race day. Check-in is from 5-6:30 p.m. at Wenona Park. Entry fees made payable to Wenona 5K may be sent to Wenona 5K, 1418 W. Queens Ct., Peoria, IL 61614.
Run to the Ridge 5K
GRAND RIDGE — The Run to the Ridge 5K will be Sunday, Aug. 21. Pre-registration fees by Aug. 1 is $25 and includes a T-shirt. Registration after is $30. Check-in is from 7-8 a.m. at Grand Ridge Grade School, 400 W. Main St., Grand Ridge. Race starts at 8:30 a.m. For more information, visit www. active.com or contact Josh Jabcyznski at 815-343-3346 or jajacz@gmail.com.
Fall Fitness 5K
PERU — The Fall Fitness 5K sponsored by IVCH is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 3
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Tiger Tennis Classic Nolan Reynolds gets ready to return the ball during the doubles action of the Tiger Tennis Classic held July 23 at Princeton High School’s courts.
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Women of Distinction identifies women who have made a difference in the Illinois Valley and who are representative role models as leaders in their fields and community. Honorees will be profiled in the Illinois Valley Living Magazine’s September issue and recognized at an awards luncheon in the fall. Date and location to be announced. Please fill out this form completely (use additional paper if necessary) and return by August 1, 2016. Additional forms can be downloaded by visiting www.illinoisvalleyliving.com.
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DEADLINE FOR NOMINATION: August 1, 2016 Mail: Women of Distinction % Bureau County Republican P.O. Box 340 Princeton, Illinois 61356 Attn: Terri Simon or Email: tsimon@bcrnews.com Subject line: Women of Distinction
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