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Energizing academic success Marquis Energy launches a generous academic incentive program at PCHS By Dave Cook

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GRANVILLE — Thanks to the generosity and sense of community at Marquis Energy, students at Putnam County High School (PCHS) now have a valuable incentive program to help encourage them to reach their academic goals — the Panther Progress Program or P³. Marquis Energy met with

previous academic and behavioral data.” Accepted students then continue to work with their mentors on a weekly basis throughout the semester in order to accomplish their chosen goals. “We truly believe this program has opened worlds of opportunity for our students and led to unpredictable growth and achievement. Our student participants on-track for gradua-

Superintendent Carl Carlson last year and shared a desire to provide more for the community. Together they defined an academic goal-setting program where students work with assigned mentors to submit an application detailing two goals they would like to work on throughout the semester. According to PCHS Principal Clayton Theisinger, the goals “must be rigorous and based on

tion spiked to 95 percent just one semester into the program’s implementation,” Theisinger said The fall 2016 semester served as the pilot and was offered only to seniors. This spring, PCHS will be doubling the size to the program to offer it to both freshmen and seniors in the hope that early development of these mentor relationships will provide four years of academic achievement.

Theisinger said with continued success, they’d like to be able to expand the program to include more grades over time. “Research shows a positive and focused relationship with a teacher directly correlates with academic and behavioral success, and the program essentially provides explicit opportunity for this relationship to develop,” he said.

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Overdue success Granville Library is off to a great start in its new home By Dave Cook

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programs to third-grade students. The current series is now hosting approximately 25 fourth- and fifth-grade students. Led by IVCC program director and continuing education instructor Jennifer Sowers and PCES educator Mary Henderson, students are presented a previously-completed project, told how it was made, given a range of ideas to spark their creativity and are then allowed to be led by their own imagination.

GRANVILLE — After decades of sharing a small space with the office of Granville Township, residents are proving that giving the Granville Library its own home was a good decision. Since moving into its new location on McCoy Street, the library has become an increasingly popular stop for residents. According to library statistics, in the nine months before opening the new location, the Granville branch accounted for 45 percent of the county’s library circulation. In the nine months since, circulation has increased to 52 percent. Library Director Jay Kalman said, “The use of the branch has increased dramatically and is the busiest branch in the county. We’re continuing to evolve the collections and are trying new program ideas as patrons are constantly discovering the library, many for the first time.” According to library clerk Linda Garcia, the new location has more than doubled the available space, and the library’s collection has been increased to include more fiction and non-fiction books, large print items of all kinds, DVDs and audio books. Garcia said, “Our children’s area is much larger and includes many new items for children from birth through high school. Because of our larger space, we were able to increase our children’s programming, and we now have a preschool story time on Tuesdays at 12:30. We enjoy crafts, cookies, and of course, a story. We’ve also hosted a puppet show and regular visits from Gigi, the therapy dog.” The new location also offers a separate meeting room, public computers, and fax and copy services. The expanded space has also allowed for an increase in adult programming.

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Putnam County Picassos After-school program helps bring art to PCES By Dave Cook

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HENNEPIN — Funding for the Arts is often an early target of the budget cuts forced upon school districts struggling because of the absence of funding from the state. However, a new after-school

program has been successful in returning opportunities for the artistic creativity of third-, fourth- and fifth-graders at Putnam County Elementary School (PCES). Sponsored by the Putnam County Educational Foundation (PCEF) and in cooperation with IVCC, the first series of six classes was held last autumn. After 60 students showed interest in a program designed for 25, organizers realized a second series was needed. They decided to limit the original set of

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Changing habits Reducing the risk of diabetes through healthy eating and exercise By Dave Cook

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SPRING VALLEY — Diabetes is becoming more prevalent in the Illinois Valley as the local rates for diagnosis continue to climb above the national average. To help combat this trend the University of Illinois Extension recently held a program titled, “Challenges and Choices, Reducing the Risk of Diabetes through Healthy Eating.” Hosted by the Richard A. Mautino Memorial Library in Spring Valley on Jan. 25 and presented by Susan Glassman, nutrition and wellness educator for the Extension, those in attendance learned how simply writing down daily habits can make it easier to identify risky behaviors. Diabetes is a disease in which glucose levels (sugar) in the blood are higher than normal. Coming from foods containing carbohydrates, it’s transported through the blood to cells and used for energy. Blood glucose should not be too low, which is hypoglycemia, nor too high, which is hyperglycemia. The body can usually keep glucose levels within a certain range. When it rises it either enters cells to be used for energy or it’s stored for future use in fat. When blood glucose needs to provide the body with energy, it requires the help of the hormone insulin. Released by the pancreas in response to increased levels of glucose, insulin and the cell’s receptor work in unison to move glucose into the cell. However with diabetes, the body has trouble making or using insulin. For this reason, blood glucose levels rise, and hyperglycemia occurs, potentially resulting in a variety of health problems including kidney and nerve damage; cardiovascular disease; vision, circulation, joint, bone and skin problems, and several types of infections. According to the Illi-

Healthy eating is also an activity, not just the topic of the ongoing series of classes presented by the University of Illinois Extension. Each class usually receives several recipes and handy cooking tips to help guide those in attendance toward a healthier lifestyle.

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Susan Glassman, U of I Extension educator, prepared a nutritious and delicious snack of avocado and basil bruschetta during the recent class, “Challenges and Choices, Reducing the Risk of Diabetes through Healthy Eating,” held at the Richard A. Mautino Memorial Library in Spring Valley. nois Department of Public Health (IDPH), the national average for a diagnosis of diabetes is 9.9 percent. The rates for Bureau, Putnam and LaSalle Counties are all approximately 12 percent. While diet is an important aspect of health, exercise and physical activity are equally important; 30 percent of Bureau County residents reported they get no exercise, as did 28 percent of LaSalle County and 20 percent of Putnam County. Weight gain is an important factor in the risk for diabetes. Extra weight increases the body’s resistance to insulin and

the chance for the development of the disease. According to the IDPH, 63 percent of Bureau County residents are overweight or obese. 68 percent of LaSalle County residents and 72 percent of Putnam County residents are also overweight or obese. “It’s never too late to make a change, and one of the easiest ways to manage your health is through nutrition. Sometimes simply changing a few things can be the best medicine,” said Glassman. To help improve health, Glassman recommended writing down what is eaten throughout the day.

You might be at risk for developing diabetes if: • Your parents, or sister or brother have diabetes. • You are an African American, Latino, Native American, Asian American or Pacific Islander. • You are overweight. The risk for developing diabetes also increases with age. Symptoms of diabetes include: • Frequent urination. • Excessive thirst. • Extreme hunger. • Unusual weight loss. • Increased fatigue. • Irritability. • Blurry vision. • Cuts and bruises which are slow to heal. • Tingling, pain or numbness in the hands/feet. However, some people never have symptoms of diabetes. The only way to know if you have diabetes is to see your doctor. A blood test is needed to diagnose diabetes. Source: U of I Extension and www.diabetes.org.

“It will help you see your poor choices, and then you can begin to develop healthier behaviors.” she said, recommending to look for patterns including mealtimes. Advising to layer proper nutrition onto what has been advised by a doctor, Glassman recommended eating “nutrient dense” food, limiting portions, and avoiding carbohydrates, processed food and sugary foods. She also suggested the use of spices and herbs to help replace the desire for sugary, salty and fatty foods.

Using smaller plates was another easy suggestion. What you drink during the day also makes a significant impact on your health, especially if an abundance of soda and other “sugar-packed” beverages are involved. “Drinking plenty of water is the No. 1 thing you can do for improved health because it flushes toxins from your body,” said Glassman, recommending people drink eight, eight-ounce glasses, or a half-gallon, of water per day and avoiding sodas and other sugary drinks.

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What to do with that old prom dress? Dress donations are needed for fifth annual PROMise Dress Sale By Goldie Rapp grapp@bcrnews.com

PRINCETON — Kickoff to the fifth annual PROMise Dress Sale is just around the corner. Amy Thompson, coordinator of the sale, is looking for gently-used dress donations to sell during this year’s event. Whether the dress was worn for homecoming, prom, a wedding, a Christmas party or maybe a cruise — Thompson will accept all shapes and sizes. Thompson has again teamed up with Jay and Lara Schneider, owners of the Apollo Theater, to help raise awareness of the sale and collect dresses. Movie-goers who donate a dress at the Apollo Theater between Friday, Jan. 27, and Thursday, Feb. 2, will receive a free bucket of popcorn. This year’s PROMise Dress Sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 11 at the First United Methodist Church. All dresses, new and preworn, are priced $50 or less. Those who donate a dress five years or newer will receive a VIP pass, which will allow them to shop the dresses the eve-

ning before the sale. VIP Friday will be from 5 to 7 p.m. March 10. Thompson said her dress sale has grown in size since its inception five years ago. Last year’s shopping event sold around 100 dresses. And girls came from all over the area and beyond. Thompson said last year she had a shopper travel from San Antonio, Texas, who purchased a dress she had seen advertised on Facebook. While most shoppers who come to the sale are looking for a prom dress, the event has also been known to attract some looking for attire to wear for a formal occasion, whether it be a party, cruise or wedding. While other shoppers just come and look for fun. Thompson said one year she even had a Grandma bring in her granddaughter who was looking for dress-up clothes. Aside from dresses, Thompson also collects shoes, purses, garters and accessories to sell. The proceeds from the PROMise Dress Sale are donated to two non-profit organizations geared toward helping children. This year, the First United Methodist Youth Min-

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could all use more education on the issues.” Last year, PROMise Dress Sale split $3,000 between the Bureau County Food Pantry and First United Methodist Youth Ministry. The money to the food pantry helped purchase food for children in need. And money donated to the youth ministry went to a Mission Possible Kids project, which plans to pack 10,000 meals for children to help stop hunger. The packing event will be held Feb. 15.

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Students receive $300 if they reach their goals and meet all time commitments. During the pilot semester, 21 students participated and almost 50 percent achieved both of their goals and met the time requirements with their mentors. However, Theisinger added the students who didn’t meet their goals still came extremely close and showed tremendous gains, saying, “When analyzing the grades of all students in the program, there was only 1 final semester grade of an F, meaning 20 of the students had all passing grades for the semester. Prior to this semester, not all but many of these students had earned failing grades across multiple semesters.” PCHS student Katie Cimei, who plans to use her incentive to buy a prom dress, described how the program helped improve her academic habits, saying, “I’ve kept my schedule more organized and am more motivated to graduate. I’ve also created a bond with my mentor, Miss Augspols, and we still keep in contact about how I’m doing in school, and with scholarships and college. Even though those weren’t goals, we still try to accomplish them.” Cimei added the other students in

PCES Principal Courtney Balestri said, “We’re thankful to the PCEF for their support of the Arts. This has been a great addition to our school, and it gives the students a wonderful opportunity we don’t get to give them during the school day.” Sowers said each group of students is different, and after getting to know the students during the first day, she tries to tailor projects to appeal to that group’s interests. “It’s a good outlet for the kids, and we try to let them be freely creative.” she said. Fourth-grader Cadence Coleman, while applying glue to an abstract shape of colored construction paper, said, “I like that I can draw and do whatever I want with my project.” Sitting across from her friend, fellow fourth-grader Bailey Herr shared what she enjoyed about art, saying, “I like how you can express your feelings without doing much. If I’m sad, I can just draw some gray clouds and that helps show how I’m feeling.” The PCEF was started in 1988 for the purpose of providing additional and enriched edu-

Overdue From Page 1 Programs have featured local history, authors, cooking, exercise, global issues and computer classes for beginners. Garcia said to watch the newspaper for future programs

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Marquis Energy has generously worked with the Putnam County School District in order to fund a new academic incentive program designed to help students reach their goals. Regularly meeting one-on-one with dedicated mentors, students must develop a set of rigorous goals they hope to achieve during the semester. If successful they’re rewarded with $300. the program enjoyed it and developed the same bond with their mentor as she did. PCHS student Noe Flores is using the incentive he’s earned to help his family and said, “The program helped me stay organized every day. I learned how to use my planner and started to write things down more often.” Theisinger said of the program’s success, “While there is no denying the incentive provides motivation for students, I believe the true success

and invited everyone to come. The Granville Public Library has also worked with the Hopkins Alumni Committee and is now showcasing many of the paintings that once hung in the old Hopkins High School. “These works were in

lies in the fact students are able to articulate their individual goals and receive focused assistance. Students know what they want out of education and their lives; sometimes it just takes an external influence to help them define these wants into achievable goals and maintain a clear path towards success.” Marquis Energy is the largest drymill ethanol facility in the United States and has a production capacity of more than 300 million gallons of ethanol a year.

storage for many years, so we’re very happy to be able to allow these pieces to be enjoyed by the community,” Garcia said. The library’s new location was made possible through a grant and donations from businesses and individuals in the community, along with many vol-

unteers who helped during the move. Kalman said he’d like to remind residents, “The library is no longer just that place with books; it’s the community information center with services everyone can use both in recreation and in their pursuit of life-long learning.”

cational opportunities for students enrolled in Putnam County schools. With most of the school district’s budget already earmarked for specific needs, funding is often not available for innovative and creative educational projects. Also, the school district may be limited by regulations which would not affect the foundation. While the PCEF works in partnership with the schools, it is an independent not-for-profit corporation run by trustees drawn from citizens of the county. The PCEF also makes all decisions regarding the management of its funds. The foundation continues to implement programs, field trips, scholarships and educational experiences which aren’t funded by the school system. “The PCEF has been discussing the inclusion of more Fine Arts in the schools and we felt there was a gap in Art instruction in the third- to fifthgrade levels,” said PCEF Trustee Andrea Brannon said. “Not every child is interested in sports, and we believe it’s important to have additional options for student involvement. We’re very grateful to IVCC for helping the PCEF accomplish our goal of incorporating the PC Picassos afterschool program.”

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GRANVILLE — Floyd Pederson, 83, of Granville died Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2017, at Aperion Care in Spring Valley. Floyd was born on Feb. 23, 1933, in Florid to Elmer and Rosella (Clemens) Pederson. He married Lois Eileen Tyler on Dec. 26, 1954. Floyd graduated from Hennepin High School. He served in the U.S. Army in Germany for two years. He was a retired operFloyd ator for Operating Engineers Union. Floyd Pederson was a member of Operators Union Local 150. Survivors include one son, Don (Heidi) Pederson of Hennepin; one daughter, Sharie (Greg) Thomson of Killeen, Texas; and three grandchildren, Sydney and Luke Pederson and Ally Thomson. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Lois, in 2014; and two sisters. Services were held Sunday, Jan. 29, at the Dysart-Cofoid Funeral Chapel in Granville with Pastor Karen Karczewski officiating. Burial, with military honors, was in the Granville Cemetery. Visitation was held prior to the services in the funeral home. Pallbearers were Bob Borri, Ed Foley, Jim Jones, Bob Petersen, Steve Siemers, Phil Tarmann, Ernie Terando and Kent Zellers. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to donor’s choice. Online condolences can be sent to his family at www. dcfunerals.com.

Property Transfers The following information was recently recorded in the office of the Putnam County Recorder of Deeds. Dec. 22 Brian Tierney, as successor trustee to Brian Tierney; Lots 486 and 487, Lake Thunderbird Woods 3; exempt. Dec. 23 Jason D. Harris to Evan Smith; Lots 1 and 2,

McNabb; exempt. Harold S. Maulfair Jr. and Diana Garrett, as independent co-executors to Harold S. Maulfair Jr. and Diana Garrett; eight parcels; exempt. Dec. 27 Linda S. Huetteman to Richard J. Serafini and Tammy J. Serafini; two parcels; $70,000.

HENNEPIN — Bonnie Jean Kastl, 92, of Hennepin died Saturday, Jan. 28, 2017, at Heartland Healthcare in Henry. Bonnie was born July 26, 1924, in Kankakee to Fred and Mary (Watt) Rogers. She married Edward Kastl on March 2, 1947, in Kankakee. Bonnie graduated from Kankakee High Bonnie School in 1942. She was an elder in the PresKastl byterian church in New Lenox and taught Sunday school and was active in the women’s organization. Bonnie and her husband moved from Joliet to Hennepin in February 1993. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Henry and the Putnam County Republican Women. She worked in the Will County Clerk’s Office in Joliet and sold Avon for 21 years. Bonnie loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them. Bonnie loved traveling, reading and sports, especially the Cubs. She was a Die-Hard Cub Fan member for many years. Survivors include one son, Richard Alan (Sally) Kastl of

Endicott, N.Y.; one daughter, Gloria Jean (Bill) Shafer of Hennepin; one sister, Mary Jane Burkhalter of Kankakee; four grandchildren, Sara Shafer (Dave) Daniel, David (Nona) Shafer, Mary Holly Shafer (Bill) Snapp and Dorothy Marie Kastl; and seven great-grandchildren, Alex Daniel, Natalie Daniel, Valerie Daniel, Hannah Shafer, Elisabeth Shafer, Ben Snapp and Jocelyn Snapp. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward, on Dec. 10, 2007, and her parents. Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 1, at the Henry Presbyterian Church, 511 Wirt St., Henry, with the Rev. Jim Friedmeyer officiating. Cremation rites will follow the service and interment will be at a later date in the Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood. Visitation was held Tuesday, Jan. 31, at the church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the First Presbyterian Church in Henry or Central Presbyterian Church in New Lenox. The Dysart-Cofoid Funeral Chapel in Granville is assisting the family with the arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.dcfunerals.com.

IVCC proposes tuition, nursing program fee increases OGLESBY — In the face of dwindling state support, Illinois Valley Community College will propose a $6 per hour tuition increase beginning this summer and an increase in nursing course fees, the board’s audit-finance committee learned Jan. 24. If approved at the Feb. 9 board meeting, the combined tuition and universal fee would be $130 per credit hour, an increase of 4.6 percent over Fiscal 2017. “Even at that rate, we remain well below the state average for community colleges and just one-third the cost of Illinois State and Northern Illinois and one-fourth the cost of the University of Illinois,” said IVCC President Jerry Corcoran. This year, the average combined tuition and universal fee rate for Illi-

nois community colleges is $133.42, said Vice President for Business Services and Finance Cheryl Roelfsema. In comparison to similar colleges, IVCC’s tuition is lower than six and higher than four. The increase is recommended in anticipation of state funding remaining at 50 percent of 2015 levels (the last year the state had a budget). The committee also heard a recommendation to follow other Illinois community colleges and raise course fees in nursing, a high-cost program due in part to the low student-to-faculty ratio mandated by law. The proposal increases total cost of the two-year RN program by $1,600 or $133 per course. IVCC will follow a model similar to Rend

Lake, Elgin, Rock Valley and Kankakee community colleges. Instructor-to-student ratio for courses with a clinical is 1-to-8 as required by the Illinois Nurse Practice Act, and each has a seminar “to further enhance the understanding of complex content,” said Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs Bonnie Campbell. In addition, the administration is recommending increases to 50 courses, fees for two new courses and an assignment of a course fee to three existing courses. The committee also learned the city of Ottawa is proposing a rent freeze and discount that will result in $102,550 in savings to the college over the final three years of its current lease on the IVCC Ottawa Center.

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The passion of pastimes I was going to start off by saying everyone has a hobby or an interest, but after consideration, I realized that may not be true. I’d like to think everyone does because I imagine a life without them could be Dave sad or even a bit empty. Cook Those people who COMMENTARY are the opposite though, those who dive deeply into their chosen field of interest purely out of love are my topic this month. You can have several interests or hobbies and get great pleasure out of them, but those who focus entirely on just one area seem to be something different. Many musicians, artists and athletes could be included, but I’m mainly thinking of those with less glamorous passions. I recently watched a collection of short films demonstrating the physical talents of people who have obviously spent an extensive amount of time honing their respective skills. The collection included trick shooters, street-ball players, Frisbee, trick shots on pool tables and golf courses, jugglers, soccer balls, batons, skateboarders, bicyclists, playing cards and more. These are the types of people who, after perfecting the basic skills, continue on to take risks and, if successful, push the envelope and challenge others to equal or surpass them. I do admit to thinking it would be funny if the guy who can flawlessly bounce a soccer ball off different areas of his body for an endless amount of time wasn’t any good during a game, but his commitment and ability to focus can’t be questioned. Those who choose non-physical past-times are also capable of changing their area of interest and possibly even more. Their stories often begin with memories of a special time in their life, perhaps they received the perfect present when they were children. Others learned to share a parent or grandparent’s interest and have then brought it into the present. They find pleasure in preserving and documenting the history, making new discoveries and helping to highlight their enjoyment to teach the next generations who may be acquiring a passion for it. They also help keep all the businesses associated with it vital. Another film I recently watched was about the greatest model railroads ever built. Everyone featured spoke of either receiving a model train set when they were children or of accompanying a family member who worked on the railroads for a train ride; often it was both. Some concentrated on the history of the real train, others on the history of the setting and others on the history of the toy line itself. It’s interesting that what was likely thought of as not being terribly significant at the time, a simple gift or trip to work with Grandpa, ends up being a major development influencing someone’s entire life. For all of the hopeful planning and wishful thinking parents have for their children, I think it’s wonderful something so simple can chart the course for a life. I’ve never had an all encompassing interest like that, but I love learning a bit from those who do and am even a bit envious. I may be a dilettante, but I’m at least dedicated to becoming a thoroughly well-rounded dabbler. I’m always pleased to realize I’ve met someone with an obscure interest because there’s always something to be learned. The most popular hobbies and interests may get the bulk of attention, but the more unusual ones are likely far greater in number. No matter what topic or item you think of, there’s likely a group of enthusiasts who love it and are incredibly knowledgeable. The world needs people with this type of focus; they help make the world go around; and it’s good for someone to do what they love most. If you’re one of them, you’re valuable; don’t hesitate to share your knowledge and passion with others, especially children. You never know who will be the next to carry the love for it. PCR Staff Writer Dave Cook can be reached at dcook@bcrnews.com.

I’ll take every one I can get I had a birthday a couple of weeks ago. Like always, I prefer to spend my birthday with little fanfare, as little chaos as possible, and in a quiet manner with those I hold most dear to me. I get a bit frustrated with those people who jokingly say, “I’m not having any more birthdays.” What does that mean? I know it’s not a literal statement, rather a tongue in cheek declaration about getting older, but from my perspective and my past, I’ll gladly take every birthday I can get. Bring ‘em on — for the alternative of not having any more birthdays — well, we understand that statement all too well. I don’t talk about my age. A staff member recently asked me how old I was, and like always, I skirted the issue. After all, there are two things one should never ask anyone: 1. How old are you? and 2. How much do you weigh? I’m never going to answer either question; at least I’m not going to answer either question honestly, so don’t bother asking. Quite frankly, the answers to either of those questions elude me. With my age, I actually forget what number I’m on, causing me to have to literally do the math. On top of that, I know my limitations — I’m pretty good with words, not so good with numbers, so the age answer usually requires a calculator. And if you’re around my age and the memory isn’t as good as it used to be, the location of the calculator is just as elusive as my actual age. Regarding my weight, that number can be debatable. Do you mean my weight with my clothes on? My weight with or without my shoes? My weight before or after I kicked my proverbial diet to the curb and ate something that had more calories than I should have had in the entire day? I mean — come on. There are so many variables to that question. One of my doctors —

Terri Simon COMMENTARY bless his heart — never asks anyone to get on the scale; his nurse just asks, “About how tall are you? And how much do you weigh?” I love that doctor. Anyway, back to the age thing. I had a dear friend/close family member who always said, “Getting old isn’t for sissies.” We’ve all heard that statement, but until some of those telltale signs of age start knocking on your own door, we just smile, giggle and nod our heads like we understand. But the truth of the matter is until you arrive at that magical number — which is different for every one of us — that “getting old isn’t for sissies” statement doesn’t hit home. But eventually, my dear friends, it will. And when it does, it will slap you into next Sunday with the realization you aren’t as young as you used to be. OK, the other well-known phrase — “Age is just a number” — is true, but after a while, there’s no denying the changes one undergoes with the passing of every birthday. Here’s an example: If you are around my age, can you actually read the words on the bottle of Tylenol or Aleve? What about the words in the telephone book? Did that small print actually get smaller, or have my older eyes gotten worse? Either way (and I’ve said it before), I think there’s a conspiracy between the manufacturers of pain relievers/telephone books and optometrists. I dare say it has nothing to do with my age. And speaking of Tylenol, Aleve and other meds that ease my aching joints or muscles or tendons or what-

ever is hurting, do you find yourself buying more and more of these little gems, just to keep those aches and pains away? And then there are the ones with the “arthritis caps.” Talk about adding insult to injury. There are a myriad of other issues that start cropping up as the birthdays come and go. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve run (I use that term loosely) up the stairs to get something out of my bedroom, only to forget what I needed. The same holds true as I stand in the middle of my basement and desperately attempt to remember what little item needed to come upstairs with me. Do I need to go on? • Technology, which gets more difficult every day, is an enemy now. I’ll catch on, but it’s going to take a while. • I know where every public restroom is in Bureau County, LaSalle County, Putnam County, in the Quad Cities, Peoria and on the interstate. Enough said. • I read articles and stories about what people refer to as senior citizens, only to realize they are younger than me. • I find myself asking Clare, who does my hair, how much gray is showing. Is it time for color? • I no longer get angry when a kid at a fast food restaurant automatically assumes I’m a senior citizen and gives me a discount. • I look over at the person stopped at a stop light, and the kid behind the wheel looks like he’s about 12. You get the idea. It’s a new day, my friends, and despite the issues associated with growing older — guess what? I’ll take each and every one of them. Growing older is a privilege many don’t get to experience. I’ll take all the birthdays I can get. PCR Editor Terri Simon can be reached at tsimon@putnamcountyrecord.com.

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Who likes to travel? If that question made you jump around like a goofy dog, you would be that person! Personally, I love to travel. I love to get in the car and see where the road takes me. I would have been the fourth generation of truck drivers on my Dad’s side of the family, and I think it is now a genetic trait (although, my brother has the recessive gene. He doesn’t even like driving all the way to Spring Valley). In planning a trip, we usually choose a destination. If we are organized, we plan our travel route to get to that destination. We consult with the GPS and get advice from those around us. If we are wise, we talk to those who have gone before us to the destination we have chosen to see if we can make our trip more efficient and enjoyable. We carefully mark on the map where we will stop to pee, fill up with gas, eat, pee, sites along the way, pee, landmarks, pee ... you get my point. When we are traveling, we focus on our destination and getting there. My own children know from experience they had better empty their bladders before we leave, and maybe even wear some protective gear in their underpants because I drive through. I have been known to pull to the side of the road and make a bathroom stall out of the doors and insist on the kids using

Lori Boekeloo COMMENTARY the running board as a toilet seat. We do not exit. We do not stop. We do not whine, or cry or complain or interrupt Mommy when she is focused and determined and trying to make her best time. I tend to be like a NASCAR driver, hoping for all of the best conditions, so I can have the best time on the scoreboard. I have a place to go, and I want to get there. This doesn’t always make me a pleasant traveling companion. In the journey, we may encounter flat tires, running out of gas, detours. All of this is frustrating and leads us to throw our heads back in disgust. We hate it when things don’t go as planned. We hate slow drivers and other things that may keep us from continuing the way we had it planned. We encounter road rage. As I have aged and become wiser, I see that life is our journey. Heaven is my destination, and I am eager to get there. The innocence of my youth planned my journey to heaven, but it hasn’t gone the way I visualized. I have had flat tires that slowed me

down. I have run out of gas, physically and emotionally. I have had some major detours and wandered way off of the path, taking me far from the most efficient route for my journey. I have become frustrated and angry and stomped my feet. But, you know what? When I had a flat tire and thought I was abandoned on the side of the road, a kind stranger stopped, and I made a new friend. When I ran out of gas, my friends and family bolstered me and helped fill my tank again. When I was faced with detours, I had to take a different path and encountered beauty I may not have seen on my original course, some that I never even knew existed. If we learn to enjoy the journey as much as we look forward to the destination, our pace slows. We find peace. We take the time to look around and see the beauty as we travel. We learn to appreciate the company in the car, or sometimes just the peaceful solitude of traveling solo. So, as you pack your bags and prepare, remember that it won’t always be the vacation you thought ... it might be better. Lori Boekeloo of Hennepin is a mother of three. She can be reached at lorianne67@hotmail.com, or friend her on Facebook for more humor and inspiration on a daily basis.

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Sports Lady Panthers split contests The Putnam County Lady Panthers beat Ridgewood and lost to Wethersfield. Presley Hatton led PC in its win over Ridgewood on Jan. 26 with 20 points. Paige Veronda added 18 points. Hatton also led the scoring in the team’s 53-41 loss on Jan. 28 to Wethersfield with 18 points and 7 rebounds. PCR photo/Shannon Jenkins Veronda added 13 points.

Pumas win matches

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Putnam County’s Jarod Williams splits the Henry defense to score two points on Jan. 27.

Sixth-graders Lauren Faletti, Reise Zellmer, Gianna Sartin and Madelyn Torrance work to return a serve during the Low Point Washburn match. The eighth-grade team won 25-22, 25-13. The seventh-grade team won 26-24 and 25-15. The sixth-grade team won 25-20 and 25-15.

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Bruch wins competition Freshman Emily Bruch won the free throw shooting competition during PCR photo/Shannon Jenkins the Tri-County Conference Putnam County’s Connor Taylor and Christian Harris were Tournament held at Midnamed to the all-tourney team at the Tri-County Confer- land High School, making 22 of 25 free throws. ence Tournament.

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Putnam County sophomore Luke Carlson hit 23 out of 25 free throws to take the free-throw shooting title of the Tri-County Conference Tournament.

GRANVILLE — The Putnam County Panthers won the consolation title in the Tri-County Conference Tournament held last week at R.M. Germano Gymnasium. The Panthers beat Henry 58-54 on Jan. 27 behind Connor Taylor’s 17 points, Christian Harris’ 13 points and Noe Flores’ 10. The Panthers also beat Woodland in the tournament on Jan. 26 by a final score of 62-30. Harris was the high scorer with 21 points followed by Taylor with 10. The Panthers lost to Peoria Christian on Jan. 23, 63-60. Taylor led the scoring with 14 points followed by Caleb Dzierzynski’s 11 and Harris’ 10.

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Wildcats win quadrangular The Putnam County-Hall-Midland wrestlers won a quadrangular Jan. 28 over Mendota, St. Bede and Ottawa Marquette. PC-H-M 60, Mendota 6 Wildcats who won over Mendota were Elijah Gilkerson at 126 by forfeit, Patrick Cousar at 132 by forfeit, Brandon DeJong at 138 by forfeit, Damien Blackburn at 145 by forfeit, Ben Just at 145 by forfeit, Max Dean at 160 by forfeit, Ben Aranda at 182 by forfeit, Joseph Mecagni at 195 by fall at 1:36,

Michel McCutcheon at 220 by forfeit and Ellian Rivera at heavyweight by fall at 2:43. Toby Harper lost at 120 by fall at 5:26.

PC-H-M 36, St. Bede 35

Wildcats who won over St. Bede were Gilkerson at 126 by forfeit, Cousar at 132 by fall at 3:11; Aranda at 182 by forfeit, Mecagni at 195 by forfeit, McCutcheon at 220 by forfeit, and Rivera at heavyweight by forfeit. Harper lost at 120 by fall at 3:53, DeJong lost at 138, 17-2; Kyle Leitner lost at 145 by fall at 2:54;

Blackburn lost at 152 by fall at 5:15, and Dean lost at 160 by fall at 3:54.

PC-H-M 42, Marquette 18

Wildcats who won over Marquette were Harper at 120 by forfeit, Gilkerson at 132 by fall at 2:42, DeJong at 138 by fall at :37, Blackburn at 145 by fall at 1:09, Just at 152 by forfeit, Dean at 160 by forfeit, and Aranda at 182 by fall at 5:13. Mecagni at 195 lost by fall at 3:42, McCutcheon at 220 by fall at 2:58 and Rivera at heavyweight by fall at 1:20.

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PC Black third- and fourth-grade team members competing in the youth basketball league at the Bureau County Metro Center are (front row, from left) are Braden Bickerman, Traxton Mattingly, and Ethan Askeland; (back row) coach Josh Nauman, Alex Rodriguez, Preston Faletti, Miles Main, Kaden Nauman, and Eric Main.

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PC Gold third- and fourth-grade team members competing in the youth basketball league at the Bureau County Metro Center are (front row, from left) Jacob Dove, Jacob Edens, and Drew Carlson; (back row) coach Brett Carlson, Jaden Stoddard, Michael Garza, Jonathon Stunkel, Braden Zuniga and coach Eric Edens.

IVCC Eagles Softball Clinic set OGLESBY — The Illinois Valley Community College softball team will host the 18th annual IVCC Eagles Softball Clinic Saturday, Feb. 18, and Sunday, Feb. 19, in IVCC’s gym. Coaches and current players will offer softball instruction in hitting, bunting, fielding, throwing, base running and communication. There will be two sessions each day. On Saturday, participants in grades 2-4 will meet from 8 to 10:30 a.m. Participants in grades 5-8 will meet from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. On Sunday, grades 2-4 will meet from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. with grades 5-8 meeting from 1:30 to 4 p.m. Cost of the clinic is $30 per player and includes five hours of instruction

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PC Gray first- and second-grade team members in the youth basketball league at the Bureau County Metro Center are (front row, from left) Maddox Poole, Veronica Mack, Jaxon Weber, Levi Ahlstrom, and Patrick King; (back row) coach Bobby Zuniga, Myah Richardson, Collin Lambert, Jake Furar, Dominic Carboni, and Tyson Zuniga.

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Quilter’s Guild will meet on Feb. 8 in Henry HENRY — The Marshall Putnam Quilter’s Guild will have an all-day workshop only on Wednesday, Feb. 8, beginning at 9 a.m. and ending at 3 p.m. The workshop will be held at the Henry United Presbyterian Church at 511 Wirt St. in Henry. This is a free workshop. Participants can bring a project they want to work on or one they need opinions or ideas on. There will also be a kit exchange. Participants can bring a kit or two they will

never make and exchange with someone else. Any kits left at the end of the day will be donated. Lunch will be on your own. The workshop on March 8 will be an applique workshop. For anyone who has not signed up, Feb. 8 will be the last day to sign up, and the kit will be an additional $20, payable that day. The program in March will by a trunk show by Lynn Dolan of Bloomin Minds, who is also the workshop instructor.

DAR will meet Feb. 4 PRINCETON — The Princeton-Illinois Chapter NSDAR will meet Saturday, Feb. 4, at the Prouty Building in Princeton. Coffee time will be at 9:30 a.m. The program, “Pride of Our Chapter,” presented by member Sharon Bittner, will show historic markers for charter members who founded the chapter in 1896 and 17 markers of Revolutionary War soldiers, wives and daughters, as well as other significant markers and items in the history of the Princeton chapter.

Basic computer user class on Feb. 8 GRANVILLE — A basic computer user class will be offered at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 8, at the Granville Public Library Branch for anyone who needs help learning how to turn on a computer, surf the web, create a mailbox, search for information or purchase items. To register for the class, call the library at 815-339-2038, as seating is limited. Patrons are encouraged to bring their own laptop/device. The class is free and open to the public.

GRANVILLE — Darrell Alleman, author and longest-serving member of the Putnam County Rotary Club, told fellow Rotarians at the club’s Jan. 19 meeting at the Clover Club about some of the amazing stories he learned as he interviewed a total of 327 local veterans. Alleman has compiled many of these stories in a book he titled ,”Uncommon Valor Was A Common Virtue.” Writing all his notes and articles long-hand, he has listened intently to war veterans, some more willing than others to talk about difficult circumstances, lifeand-death risk, bloodshed, heartache, survival and through it all, patriotism. He shared some of stories he has learned and the unknown heroism and valor of many of our local citizens, business men and women, teachers and farmers. Hosted by Rotarian Darlene Cofoid, Alleman said he appreciated the willingness of so many

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Darrell Alleman shared with fellow Rotarians some of the stories in his book, a compilation of stories of military service, heroism and valor of many local veterans. Several of the 20 Rotarians attending, gathered afterwards as Darrell autographed copies of his book, titled “Uncommon Valor Was a Common Virtue.” Rotarians pictured are Darrell Alleman (from left), Karen Karczewski, Adriane Shore, Beth Acuncius, program host Darlene Cofoid and Scott Shore. present, for protecting us and our freedom. Alleman, a very young 87 year old, still farms, writes, served as a guardian escort for World War II veterans on a recent Honor Flight, and proud-

veterans to share their experiences with him. He writes he hopes to give these men and women the honor and respect they deserve for their services and thanks all service men and women, past and

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Food pantry receives donation Sheriff Kevin Doyle presents a check for $500 to John Shimkus of the Putnam County Food Pantry. The check is from Senachwine Duck Club, who has been a great contributor to the food pantry not only financially, but has also donated many ducks through the years. Ed Rogan from Senachwine Duck Club has been working with Shimkus for 10 years to make this happen. Photo contributed

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PC School District co-sponsors Tech Night GRANVILLE — On Jan. 19, the Putnam County School District co-sponsored a Tech Night open to all the families within the district. The school district and the Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) organized the event. Flyers were sent home to provide an RSVP for the event. Pizza, cookies and water were served. Each school had a handful of teachers and students pre-

senting, displaying, and helping those in attendance learn and explore just some of the great technology being utilized across the school district. Two brand new Chromebooks were given away as door prizes. Every person in attendance received a raffle ticket with a chance to win. The winners were Liam Tevis, kindergarten, and Kaden Nauman, fourth grade.

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HENRY — River Valley Players will hold auditions for “Violet the Musical” at 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4, and 1 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 5, at St. John’s Community Center, 1301 Second St. in Henry. Call backs will be announced at a later date. The production company includes Samantha Farb, director/music director; Christine Gaspardo, producer; and Mary Cornwall, pianist. In general six males and five females will be cast — adult actors with flexible cast options (16 plus) and one younger female for Violet.

Those auditioning should come prepared to sing 32 bars of a musical theatre song. An accompanist will be provided. Please note the vocal range of the characters (it is suggested to sing a song in the range that best matches the role you are auditioning for.) For more information, call Samantha Farb at 815-503-3435. “Violet” takes place in 1964, in the Deep South during the early days of the Civil Rights Movement. One of the most acclaimed off Broadway shows of the ‘90s, “Violet,” astounded critics and audiences with its powerful story, its energetic toe-tapping gospel, rock, country, and rhythm

and blues score by Jeanine Tesori, and its well-crafted book and lyrics by Brian Crawley. It features a strong ensemble cast with bravura rules for the two leads. The show follows the growth and enlightenment of a young woman scarred by an accident during her early teens. She embarks on a journey by bus, seeking a savvy TV evangelist she hopes can cure her. She travels from North Carolina to Oklahoma. Along the way, she meets a young black soldier who teaches her about beauty, love and courage, and what it means to be an outsider. Performance dates will be April 22-23 and 28-30.

LASALLE — Stage 212 says “Wilkommen” to winter with the Tony Award-winning musical “Cabaret,” by Christopher Isherwood, John Kander and Fred Ebb. Set in post-World War I Berlin, against the backdrop of the rise of the Nazi party, “Cabaret” tells the story Clifford Bradshaw, a struggling American writer looking for inspiration for his next novel. On his first night in town, Cliff wanders into the Kit Kat Klub, a seedy nightclub, where he meets Sally Bowles, a vivacious, talented cabaret performer, and an utterly lost soul. Sally and Cliff begin a relationship, which blossoms unexpectedly into a dream-like romance. Featured in the cast are Neal Phelps as the emcee, Emily Brodzik as Sally Bowles, Gibby

John Primer and the Real Deal Blue Band will perform in Princeton Blues Male Artist Award. Over his career, Primer has recorded with, opened for or played with a who’s who of other great bands and artists including The Rolling Stones, Eddie Vedder and Pearl Jam, Koko Taylor, Chuck Berry, John Lee Hooker, Ray Charles, James Brown and B.B. King. Tickets for the show are $18 per person in advance or $20 at the door. They can be obtained online at www.festival56.com, by emailing boxoffice@festival56.com, or by leav-

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999 • Legal Notices IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT PUTNAM COUNTY, HENNEPIN, ILLINOIS PROBATE DIVISION ESTATE OF ) RANDI L. TERANDO, ) Deceased. ) No. 2017 - P - 03 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Randi L. Terando of Granville, Illinois. Letters of Office were issued on January 19, 2017 to James Terando, as Independent Executor and Representative, of 3322 Crosspark Lane, Houston, TX 770078368, whose Attorney is Lisa Olivero of Olivero & Olivero Law Offices LLC, 1611 Fifth Street, Peru, IL 61354-2603. Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Circuit Clerk, Probate Division, in the Putnam County Courthouse, 120 N. 4th Street, PO Box 207, Hennepin, IL 61327, or with the Representative, or both, on or before August 1, 2017, or if mailing or delivery of a notice from

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Stacia Bourey and Stephen Stewart of Ottawa are the parents of a daughter, Teeghan Grace, born Jan. 23 at St. Margaret’s Hospital in Spring Valley. She weighed 7 pounds, 5 ounces and measured 20 inches in length. She was welcomed home by one brother, Conor Forbes, 4. Maternal grandparent is Billie Bourey of LaSalle. Paternal grandparents are Marcus Stewart of Dalzell and Kristy Mrowicki of Arizona. Greatgrandparents are David Mrowicki and Lynn Mrowicki of LaSalle, and James and Christa Stewart of Ladd.

Area students graduate IVCC OGLESBY — More than 210 students graduated after the fall 2016 semester at Illinois Valley Community College. Area graduates include: Granville — Amber Alonzo, Brian Grant, Shelby Osborne and Lindsey Yochum. Hennepin — Brianna Brooks and Jordan Hatton. McNabb — Alyssa Foley. Putnam — Amanda Hammerich.

Bauer named to dean’s list AMES, Iowa — Lauren Bauer of Hennepin was named to the Iowa State University dean’s list for the fall 2016. She is studying pre-business at the Iowa State College of Business. The Iowa State University College of Business dean’s list honors students who have earned a grade point average of 3.5 or higher.

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the Representative is required by Section 18-3 of the Probate Act of 1975, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the Representative and to the Attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed with the Clerk of the Court. CATHY J. OLIVERI CIRCUIT CLERK – PUTNAM COUNTY PUTNAM COUNTY COURT HOUSE 120 N. 4TH STREET, PO BOX 207 HENNEPIN, IL 61327 ATTORNEY LISA OLIVERO Olivero & Olivero Law Offices LLC Attorneys for the Estate 1611 Fifth Street Peru, IL 61354-2603 Phone (815) 224-2030 Fax (815) 224-2900 Published in the Putnam County Record Feb. 1, 8 and 15, 2017.

Lanuti, Irion & Burton, P.C., 227 West Madison Street, Ottawa, IL 61350. Claims against the estate may be filed with the office of the Putnam County Circuit Clerk, Putnam County Courthouse, 120 N 4th St, Hennepin, IL 61327, or with the representative, or both, within six months of the date of first publication of this notice. If mailing or delivery of a claim notice from the representative is required, then claim must be filed in the above entitled cause within the date

stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of claims filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and the attorney within ten days after it has been filed. George C. Hupp ARDC No. 1289128 Hupp, Lanuti, Irion & Burton, P.C. 227 W. Madison Street Ottawa, IL 61350 Phone (815) 433-3111 Fax (815) 433-9109 Published in the Putnam County Record Jan. 25, Feb. 1 and 8, 2017.

1. The names of all Plaintiffs and the Case Number are identified above. 2. The Court in which this action was brought is identified above. 3. The name of the titleholder of record is Zachary A. Brown 4. A legal description of the real estate sufficient to identify it with reasonable certainty is follows: THE WEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 2, TOWNSHIP 14 NORTH, RANGE 9 EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, SITUATED IN PUTNAM COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN: 03-01-170-000 5. A common address or description of the location of the real estate is as follows: 8607 Ferris Lane or RR 1, Box 27/3 Elmw Court, Putnam, Illinois 61560 6. An identification of the Mortgage sought to be foreclosed is as follows: a. Names of Mortgagors: Zachary A. Brown b. Name of Mortgagee: Heartland Bank and Trust Company as successor in interest to Citizens First National Bank c. Date of Mortgage: June 3, 1999 d. Date of Recording: June 8, 1999 e. County Where Recorded: Putnam County f. Recording Document Identification: 99-748 NOW, THEREFORE, unless you file your answer or otherwise make your appearance in said action in this Court by filing the same in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court on or before March 3, 2017, AN ORDER OF DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU. Circuit Clerk Prepared By: Katharine M. Peterson 405 N. Hershey Rd. Bloomington, IL 61704 (815) 787-2360 KPeterson@hbtbank.com ARDC # 6309903 Published in the Putnam County Record Feb. 1, 8 and 15, 2017.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT PUTNAM COUNTY, ILLINOIS ESTATE OF ) MARJORIE E. HAWS ) DECEASED ) Case No. 2017-P-2 PUBLICATION FOR CLAIMS CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given to creditors of the death of Marjorie E. Haws of Magnolia, Putnam County, Illinois. Letters of office were issued on January 12, 2017 to Diana E. Dornbusch of 12 Heather Dr., LaSalle, IL 61301 as Independent Executor, whose attorney is George C. Hupp of the law firm of Hupp,

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CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT PUTNAM COUNTY, ILLINOIS ESTATE OF ) MELVIN R. STEEN ) Deceased ) No. 17-P-1 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of MELVIN R. STEEN. Letters of office

were issued on January 5 , 2017 TO Sharon Steen, 7414 Audobon Drive, Hennepin, Illinois 61327 as administrator whose attorney is Roger C. Bolin of Boyle & Bolin, 227 E. Court Street, Hennepin, Illinois 61327. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the clerk of court, Putnam

Courthouse, Hennepin, Illinois 61327, 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 5th day of January, 2017. Roger C. Bolin of Boyle & Bolin Attorney For Administrator 227 E. Court Street Hennepin, IL 61327 (815)925-7393 Published in the Putnam County Record Jan. 18, 25 and Feb. 1, 2017.

AND PARTIES INTERESTED IN THE PARCELS HEREINAFTER NAMED: Parcel Number Owners/Parties Interested Cert Number Street Or Common Address 02-55-211-105 REXROAD, SAMANTA 2013-90001 105 Oak Park Drive 02-55-211-105 REXROAD, SAMANTHA 2013-90001 105 Oak Park Drive 02-55-211-616 BALMA, JESSICA 2013-90003 616 South Park Blvd. 02-55-211-209 LEVINE, MARIA 2013-90005 209 Linda Circle 02-55-211-209 SHAW, DAVID 2013-90005 209 Linda Circle TAKE NOTICE THAT THE ABOVESAID MOBILE HOMES WERE SOLD ON OCTOBER 28, 2014, FOR DELINQUENT MOBILE HOME LOCAL SERVICES TAXES FOR THE YEAR 2013 AND PRIOR YEARS, AND THAT THE PERIOD OF REDEMPTION FROM SUCH SALE EXPIRES MAY 29, 2017. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT A PETITION FOR ORDER DIRECTING ISSUANCE OF TAX CERTIFICATES OF TITLE HAS BEEN FILED IN THE ABOVESAID CAUSE AS TO THE ABOVE-NAMED MOBILE HOMES BY PUTNAM COUNTY, AS TRUSTEE, AND THAT ON JUNE 15, 2017 AT 1:30 PM, SAID PETITIONER WILL APPLY FOR AN ORDER THAT A TAX CERTIFICATE OF TITLE ISSUE AS TO EACH ABOVESAID MOBILE HOME NOT REDEEMED ON OR BEFORE MAY 29, 2017. /S/ PUTNAM COUNTY AS TRUSTEE, PETITIONER. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT THE COUNTY CLERK ADDRESS: 120 N 4TH STREET, HENNEPIN, IL 61327 TELEPHONE: (815) 925-7129 Published in the Putnam County Record Jan. 18, 25 and Feb. 1, 2017.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT, TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, PUTNAM COUNTY, ILLINOIS CAUSE 17-TX-01 TO THE FOLLOWING NAMED PERSONS (AND IF DECEASED, TO THEIR UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES), AND TO THE STATE OF ILLINOIS ATTORNEY GENERAL AND SECRETARY OF STATE, PUTNAM COUNTY CLERK, COUNTY TREASURER, STATES ATTORNEY, GREENTREE FINANCIAL, LLC AND TO OCCUPANTS AND UNKNOWN OWNERS

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to 5 p.m. at the Lacon/Sparland Fire Protection District meeting room at 921 Fifth St. in Lacon. To register for this class, visit the Marshall County Health Department at 319 Sixth St. in Lacon. For more information, call 309-246-8074. Registration forms may be downloaded at www.bpchd.org. The non-refundable class fee of $125 is due at the time of registration. Space is limited. Lunch is on your own. Students must attend the entire eight-hour class and present a photo ID to take the exam.

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Putnam County High School students (front row, from left) Olivia Lawley, Katy Bouxsein and Jimmy Hewitt; and (back row) Anna Mattern and Kaleb Wright participated in the honors band festival at Augustana College Jan. 15 and 16.

PCHS students participate in honor band festival ROCK ISLAND — Augustana College hosted its annual honor band festival Jan. 15 and 16 in Rock Island. The festival consisted of students from all over Illinois, as well as various schools from Wisconsin, Iowa and Missouri. Students are selected for participation based on director nominations and

playing experience. Five Putnam County High School students attended this two-day event. Kaleb Wright (tenor saxophone), Anna Mattern (alto saxophone) and Olivia Lawley (flute) were members on the festival Gold band conducted by Bill Kessinger. Katy Bouxsein (flute) and Jimmy Hewitt (trumpet) were members of the fes-

tival Blue band under the direction of guest conductor Ron Polancich. The festival focuses on preparing music for a finale concert after many hours of rehearsal over the two-day event. The finale concert features both the Gold and Blue honor bands as well as a performance by the Augustana Symphonic Band.

OGLESBY — Everyone is invited to join University of Illinois Extension Nutrition and Wellness Educator Susan Glassman and learn the art of bread making. “Let it Dough” will be offered at the Peter Miller Community Technology Center, Culinary Kitchen, 815 N. Orlando Smith Road, Oglesby, Room CTC-123 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 18. Class size is limited to eight persons. There is a $10 fee per person to cover materials and supplies. Participants will be able to proof the

yeast, mix the dough, knead and let rise, and bake until done in this hands-on workshop. They will create pita bread, braided challah and rosemary breadsticks from scratch, and will be able taste samples and take home leftovers. To register, call the Extension office at 815-224-0889 by Thursday, Feb. 9, or register online at https://web.extension.illinois.edu/registration/?RegistrationID=15729. For more information, call Glassman at 815-224-0889.

Post-grad scholarships available GRANVILLE — Qualified applicants pursuing a post-graduate master’s or doctorate degree may apply for one of several Rotary Global Grant Scholarships to be awarded locally. Each scholarship provides $30,000-plus for a full year of study abroad including travel, tuition, texts, room and board, living expenses, and thesis or dissertation project funding. Applicants must demonstrate commitment to community service and an interest in a field that relates to

one of Rotary’s six areas of focus — peace and conflict resolution, disease prevention and treatment, water and sanitation, maternal and child health, education and literacy, and vocational development and independence in third world cultures. Those interested or seeking more information may contact their home community’s Rotary Club, or Scott Shore of the Putnam County Rotary, by calling 815-339-2398 or by sending an email to DGScott6420@gmail.com.

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