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Putnam County announces new superintendent New superintendent is a familiar face for PC students By Dave Cook dcook@bcrnews.com
GRANVILLE — Putnam County School District has found its new superintendent. On Feb. 16, following a closed session of the Putnam County School Board meeting, the board announced the selection of Carl Carlson as its next superintendent. Carlson was offered a one-year contract. He is currently serving as the
assistant principal and athletic director of Putnam County High School. Before that, he was the principal of Putnam County Junior High. Current Superintendent Jay McCracken will be retiring at the end of the fiscal year on June 30, and Carlson will take over on July 1. “Carl and I will be working closely together throughout the remainder of the school year. He will be involved in the district budget meetings, negotiations, hiring of new personnel, and curriculum planning,” McCracken said. “Our district has a
strong administrative team, excellent staff and outstanding board of education. Collectively we will all work together to create a smooth transition. As always, our focus will remain on our kids in the Putnam County district.” The search process was performed by Illinois Association of School Boards (IASB), and they presented 26 viable candidates for the position. The board interviewed the finalists and conducted a site visit with some of those candidates before ultimately promoting
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One on one with Carl Carlson By Ryan Friel
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GRANVILLE — Putnam County High School assistant principal and athletic director Carl Carlson has been selected as the new Putnam County district superintendent after a thorough search that included 26 candidates. Carlson spent eight years as the junior high principal before asking to be reassigned to the high school this past school year. “It hasn’t really sunk
Carl Carlson in just yet,” said Carlson. “The amount of support that I have received via text, phone calls and emails has been great so that’s just reassuring that there is a lot of support for me moving forward.”
Although this is Carlson’s first superintendent position, his background includes numerous years as an administrator, athletic director, coach and teacher, both within PC schools and in other districts. “Ironically, I watched Putnam County play in the state tournament in Peoria, and about a month later, I was involved in an interview for a position at the junior high,” said Carlson. “After being offered the position, I gladly accepted it, and it has been a great nine years in the district.”
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HENNEPIN — What to do with all that yard waste? The Hennepin Village Board is working on a plan that will allow residents to conveniently get rid of their yard waste and help lessen the burden on village employees who are currently tasked with picking up the waste. It’s been determined that freeing up employees’ time will allow for them to work on other needed projects in the community. At the board’s regular meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 17, village President Kevin Coleman and board member Quentin Buffington shared ideas they had for getting rid of yard waste. Coleman said he originally thought about providing one dump location for residents on Second Street where boats are parked. However, after sharing the idea with neighbors in the area, they expressed some concerns about having the pile close to their homes. Coleman said he was also thinking about providing one dump location on Front Street on one of the lots owned by the water district. He talked about putting a camera on-site that would help monitor who is dumping what at the location. He said it was an idea he still needed to share with the water district. Buffington talked with Illinois Valley Waste and discovered the company would offer a curbside pick-
up service for residents for an extra $3.25 a month, which would be charged to all residents’ garbage bill. The service would include picking up bundles of yard waste less than 50 pounds on Fridays from April 1 to Dec. 1. “It’s something a lot more towns are doing,” he said. “People would not have any excuse not to pick up their waste.” Buffington added it would not alter the village’s existing garbage contract with Illinois Valley Waste, but instead would be an addendum added to the current contract. Board member Lynn Haage spoke out against the service and pointed out how it would be unfair for someone to have to pay the extra $3.25 a month for a service they might never use. “If (Illinois Valley Waste) wanted to come up with something they just charged people who wanted to enroll in it or stickers for bags; but I don’t think everyone should incur this cost. Not everyone is going to utilize this service,” she said. Buffington confirmed the deal was an all or nothing option. He added another plus to the service would be, with the exception of a storm clean-up, the village employees would never have to handle yard waste again, unless it came from a village-owned property.
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February is American Heart Month, but people should take care of their ticker every day of their lives. According to a news release from the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), heart disease is the leading cause of death in Illinois. Nirav D. Shah, M.D., J.D., the IDPH director, said heart disease surfaces later in life, but your actions in your 20s and 30s will certainly impact your health as you age. Family history and age cannot be controlled, but what you eat and how active you are certainly can. Treat your heart as if you need it to keep the beat. Diana Rawlings, administrator at the Bureau, Putnam, Marshall County Health Department, said there is a lot of good information available on heart health and heart disease, but it’s a big step between knowing what to do to keep your heart healthy and actually doing it. “If making big changes seems overwhelming; start with small changes,” said Rawlings. “Replace your afternoon candy bar with a piece of fruit, nut mix or a yogurt; or take a short 15-minute walk each day.
Small changes can make a difference.” Some of the common risk factors for heart disease include high blood pressure and cholesterol, diabetes, obesity, physical inactivity and smoking. The health department offers very low-cost blood testing, Rawlings said, as well as free nicotine patches to help stop smoking. “According to the American Heart Association, there is no direct link between stress and heart disease,” Rawlings added. “However, stress may make you act in ways that increase your risk for heart disease, like turning to high-fat, high-cholesterol comfort foods when you’re stressed.” To reduce your risk of heart disease, apply the following behaviors to your lifestyle: • Eat a healthy diet with plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables. • Maintain a healthy weight. • Exercise regularly. • Don’t smoke, and limit your alcohol use. Talk to your doctor about your weight, blood pressure, diet and exercise habits, as Shah encouraged people of all ages to “embrace a healthy lifestyle.” Listen to your heart by treating it kindly; it’s the only one you’ve got. Visit the IDPH website for more information on heart disease and proper cardiovascular care.
St. Margaret’s registered dietitian advises on a healthy diet By Eric Engel eengel@bcrnews.com
A woman who knows the advantages of a proper diet has a few suggestions as to eating habits that will keep the heart in good shape during American Heart Month and beyond. Jennifer Scully, RD, LDN, is a registered dietitian at St. Margaret’s Hospital and said high fiber foods are good for the heart. “Twenty to 30 grams of fiber per day is recommended for heart health, and it also helps people maintain or achieve a healthy weight,” Scully said, adding fruits, vegetables, whole grains and dried beans are good sources of fiber. “Choose whole grain foods when possible
— substituting brown rice for white rice and choosing whole grain breads and cereals.” Scully said to drink plenty of fluids and increase fiber slowly into your diet. Five cups per day of fruits and vegetables is recommended. Limiting sodium to under 2,000 milligrams per day is also heart healthy, as sodium is often over-consumed in America. The fresher the food the better it usually is for us. “Omega 3 fats are heart-healthy fats, so we recommend eating fish twice per week; including salmon, tuna, mackerel and sardines,” she said, noting walnuts, canola and soybean oils are also good sources of Omega 3 fats.
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From Page 1 fire safety, controlling bleeding, and what to do if someone is choking. “Even for smaller children it’s important to get this knowledge out there. They may not remember it all, but you never know which piece of information will stick and possibly aid them in an emergency. It’s a good way to provide an introduction to safety and of what to do during those critical times,” said Magnolia library clerk Peggy Smith. It wasn’t all serious, however. As with any group of children who are called on for answers, there were the occasional and unintentionally funny moments. While technically correct and concerning serious situations, many still found themselves laughing at some of the answers provided. When Larson asked for an example of an emergency, the first answer of “When you’re on fire,” drew laughs, as did the answer of “a knife,” when the children were asked for an example of something you can choke on. The next program in the series will be the “The Pillowcase Project.” This hour-long program will be held at the Magnolia Library at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 19. Intended for children in Grades 2 through 6, children will learn the importance of personal and family preparedness, potential local hazards and disasters, and basic coping skills. Upon completion, those attending will receive a pillowcase in which to assemble their personal emergency supply kit. For more information, call the Magnolia Library at 815-869-3038.
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Illinois Chamber lists new laws that affect businesses SPRINGFIELD – Several new laws are taking effect this month, changing the way many businesses function. “Fortunately, these laws will help businesses rather than hurt them, meaning improvement in the business climate,” said Todd Maisch, president and CEO of the Illinois Chamber. From reform in the unemployment insurance system to a new Illinois program for air permits, these new laws are a step in the right direction. “Illinois businesses are starting to see positive changes from the Capitol,” said Maisch. “If we want a strong Illinois, we have to have a strong business climate.” Unemployment Insurance Reform Unemployment insurance reform became possible because of successful negotiations between business, labor and lawmakers. It is a compromise bill that the Illinois Chamber was involved in crafting. It broadens the definition of “misconduct” so that employers would not have to prove that eight kinds of misconduct that led to termination was “willful and deliberate” and therefore not eligible for unemployment insurance. Those eight circumstances are falsification of employment documents; failure to maintain licenses, registrations, certifications etc.; violating attendance policies; gross negligence in damaging the employer’s property; refusal to obey reasonable instructions; using alcohol or drugs — illegal, prescribed, or over-the-counter if used not according to the label — while at work; reporting to work under the influence of alcohol or drugs — illegal, prescribed, or over-thecounter if used not according to the label; and gross negligence that endangers the safety of the individual or co-workers. It also eliminates the Social Security offset in determining benefits based on
income. Finally, it prevents the increase of $470 million in unemployment insurance taxes, and prevent further changes to the UI law until Jan. 1, 2018. Permits of Significant Deterioration (PSD) The new law requires the Pollution Control Board to adopt rules for a state-implemented program for PSD permits — which are necessary for new plant construction or major expansions of existing facilities in attainment areas. The attainment areas in Illinois are generally our downstate communities outside the Chicago and Metro East areas of the state. The ability to receive an air permit is a “go/no go” factor for new plant construction or major expansions of existing facilities, making the permitting process a vital economic development issue. This will help put Illinois in a better position to compete for businesses and jobs with the other 41 states, including all our neighboring states, that have state implemented plans for these permits. Nonroad Engines This law makes the Illinois Air Permit Program fully consistent with Title V in the federal Clean Air Act which excludes internal combustion engines used for transportation purposes, nonroad engines, and nonroad vehicles from the definition of “stationary source.” Illinois law has long been inconsistent with the federal law, leading to situations in which businesses were told by the state regulatory agency they needed to obtain permits that were not required under federal law. This legislation removes any confusion regarding the need to obtain an air permit. Nonroad engines would still be required to comply with applicable air emission regulations.
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promoting from within and choosing Carlson. “I totally trust in the board’s decision in hiring Carl Carlson as our next superintendent. He is enthusiastic and understands the wonderful Putnam County community. Carl has been a vital part of the fine work in our district during the past eight years, and I am confident that our students will remain the top priority in all decisions in the district,” said McCracken. Carlson said, even from a young age, he always knew he wanted to work in education. “When I was in junior high, I had a teacher/ coach that profoundly impacted me and I knew right then that I was going to be involved in education. I started my career as a classroom teacher and coached several sports at various levels. It was always so rewarding to see students grow and achieve,” he said. “When I decided to move from the classroom to seek an administrative position, the biggest reason has and will always be about trying to provide that positive impact that can help others be successful. I look forward to the opportunity of working to provide that positive influence on a broader spectrum.”
Carlson said the biggest task facing the district is with current high school Principal Bob Peterson set to retire at the end of the school year — and now that Carlson has been promoted, the district is in need of two more administrators. “It’s going to be really important that we fill those two leadership roles right off the bat with some strong people,” said Carlson. “Other than that, the district has a terrific staff and great support community wide. There’s been a lot of great things that have been done under Mr. McCracken and the administrative team, and the biggest challenge with that is to keep our programs running smoothly and to keep improving them.” One thing that current Superintendent Jay McCracken is known for is his presence at sporting events, musicals, club events, classrooms, among other things and that is something the Carlson would like to continue. “I want to make sure that I am present, visible and participating in as many activities
as possible, and I feel that helps keep a pulse on what’s happening in the district,” said Carlson. “I think that being visible and being accessible is very proactive because you can get good feedback from the community. I feel that attending district events and being visible shows that you really do care. You wouldn’t spend that amount of time if you didn’t care what you were doing.” Carlson is inheriting a nearly $12 million budget and a district that has zero outstanding debt. Putnam County has not had to cut programs such as family and consumer sciences, building trades, art or music because of budget concerns, unlike some area districts. “It is definitely a major benefit. It is very attractive to be the superintendent of a district that is sitting well financially,” said Carlson. “The scary part of any person who would’ve taken over the position, without trying to blame the state of Illinois, but there are a lot of variables coming down the road that could present challenges to any superintendent in Illinois.” McCracken will retire June 30, and Carlson will take over July 1.
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a Putnam County High School senior, who won a silver award at the Illinois Junior Academy of Science (IJAS) state science fair for his Stroop Effect project. He also recognized Hennepin native Justin Malavolti, a Petty Officer 2nd Class in the Navy. Malavolti is a navigation electronics technician on the USS West Virginia. “These kids don’t get much recognition, and I thought it would be great to bring up the accomplishments these people have done,” he said. “If anyone sees anything, let’s bring it up and mention what people are doing for the community or for our country.” • Coleman also announced he has been appointed by the Putnam County Board to serve as a permanent board of director on the Economic Development Corporation of North Central Illinois (EDCNCI). The economic group is currently seating board members, and hopes to have a full permanent board seated by March 17. Comment on this story at www.putnamcountyrecord.com.
From Page 1 Coleman added there is a lot of work for the village employees to do rather than spend time picking up yard waste. The board will table the matter until next month. Board members plan to look into seeing how much time village employees are spending on yard waste pick-up before making a decision. Board member Karyn Christiansen also suggested looking into villages that use the one dump location to see how it works for those communities. “It’s nice to know we have options, but it’s also worth looking into seeing what other villages are doing,” she said. In other news: • In an attempt to recognize the positive accomplishments community members do each day, Coleman suggested the board begin bringing positive news about one person they heard about or read about in the newspaper. He recognized Ryan Friel,
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From Page 3 Biosimilars The Chamber joined with the pharmaceutical manufacturing community in supporting SB 455. This will result in the removal of barriers to lower cost drugs by allowing pharmacists the ability to dispense safe and potentially less expensive biologic medications to patients by substituting an FDA approved interchangeable biologic for a prescribed biologic product. Current Illinois law does not provide a pathway for such substitution of interchangeable biologic drug products and SB 455 updates the law to clearly establish a substitution pathway as well as provide a communication process between pharmacists and prescribers to ensure that medical records are accurate. Property Tax Documents This law deals with documents filed with boards of review. The bill provides that complaints and other written correspondence sent by the U.S. Postal Service are deemed filed on the postmark date— consistent with Section 1.25 of the Statute on Statutes. It provides that if such materials are sent by another delivery service, for example UPS, such materials are considered as filed on the date sent as indicated by the shipping tracking label. Finally, HB 2554 also provides if a board of review authorizes the electronic filing of documents, the documents shall be considered filed as of the date received. Veterans Preference in Private Employment Act A private employer may adopt a voluntary veterans’ preference employ-
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MENDOTA — Dale F. Carter, 81, of Mendota died peacefully at his home on Thursday, Feb. 11, 2016. Dale was born Sept. 30, 1934, in Salem, Ill., to Ventley and Rivel (Burkitt) Carter. He married Marlene Kasza Dec. 20, 1958, in Oregon, Ill. Dale worked for Sundstrand in LaSalle before retiring in 2000. He enjoyed riding his motorcy- Dale Carter cle and loved spending time with his grandchildren and attending their activities. He is survived by two daughters, Jennifer (Michael) Dudek of Granville and Jacki (William) Martin of Bloomington; two sons, Michael (Sue) Carter of LaSalle and Mark Carter of Mendota; two brothers, Cliff Carter of Pomona, Mo., and Charlie Carter of Marion; 11 grandchildren; and one great-grandson. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife in 2005. Services were at 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 15, in the Merritt Funeral Home with the Rev. Pete Everson officiating. Burial will be at St. Hyacinth’s Cemetery at a later date. Visitation was from 4 to 7 p.m. Monday in the funeral home. Memorials may be directed to the donor’s choice.
WARREN — Frank A. Skutt Jr., 71 of Warren passed away Monday, Feb. 15, 2016, at FHN Memorial Hospital in Freeport. He was born Jan. 3, 1945, in Spring Valley, the son of the late Frank and Mary (Muhich) Skutt Sr. He graduated from Hennepin High School in Hennepin. Frank married Mary LaDow on June 27, 1981, at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Warren. He served in the U.S. Army as a gunner in a helicopter and was stationed in Vietnam during the Frank Skutt Jr. Vietnam War. He had worked for Kelly Springfield in Freeport and Dura Automotive in Stockton. He also worked three seasons at the Swiss Colony. He was a hard worker all of his life and in early years helped out on the family farm. He enjoyed fishing and driving west. Frank is survived by his wife, Mary of Warren; a daughter, Fae Ravenscoft of Columbus, Ga.; three granddaughters; one great-grandson; three stepdaughters; one stepson; two stepgranddaughters; two stepgrandsons; a sister, Evelyn (Paul) Bronkema of Stockton; a brother, Eugene (Ruth) Skutt of Stockton; an aunt and uncle, Lonnie and Elizabeth Napier of Ladd; numerous nieces and nephews; and several cousins. He is preceded in death by his parents; an infant son, Jerry Lee Skutt; a brother, Jerome Skutt; and an infant brother, John Skutt. VARNA — Denise C. Herout, 60, of Varna died suddenly A funeral Mass was at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 19, at St. Ann’s Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2016. Catholic Church in Warren. Interment was in St. Ann’s CathA Celebration of Life service will be Saturday, Feb. 27, at olic Cemetery. the Putnam Christian Church, starting at 3 p.m. The church Visitation was from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 18, at the Heris located at 301 Center St. in Putnam. mann Funeral Home in Stockton with a rosary recited at 4 p.m. A memorial fund has been established. Condolences may be shared with his family at www.hermannfuneralhome.com.
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The following property transfers were recently recorded in the office of the Putnam County Recorder of Deeds. Feb. 1 Clarence P. Nikolai, as trustee to Kevin S. Nikolai and Marriette T. Nikolai; Lot 63, Indian Hills; exempt. Norma C. Nikolai, as trustee to Kevin S. Nikolai and Marriette T. Nikolai; Lot 63, Indian Hills; exempt. Lisa S. Frederick, f/k/a Lisa S. Boeding to Robert S. Mennie and Christina K. Mennie; Lot 15 and 16, David B. Moore’s First Addition, Mark; $43,000. Feb. 2 Robert Wilson Kinney to Robert Wilson Kinney, as trustee; one parcel; exempt. Feb. 3 Wilmington Savings Fund Society, d/b/a Christiana Trust to Kerry L. Hartman and Cindy M. Hartman; Lot 14, Block 3, Lincolnshire Subdivision, Granville; $57,000. Feb. 5 William R. Myers and Judith A. Myers to Illini State Bank; Lot 496, Lake Thunderbird Woods 3; exempt. Feb. 8 Mahtab Malek to Chase D. Oliver; Lot 9 and 10, Block 11, McNabb; $12,500. Feb. 11 Curtis E. Hill to Sandra J. Hill, n/k/a Sandra J. Haws; Lot 1, Block 3, Lincolnshire Subdivision, Granville; exempt.
LaSalle County Sheriff At 10:45 a.m. Feb. 14, LaSalle County deputies handled a single-vehicle accident on North 2551st Road near East 150th Road in Peru Township. Lucinda R. Rauscher, 60, of Magnolia was heading east on North 2551st Road when she lost control of her vehicle on the snow covered road and entered the south ditch. No injuries were reported. At 11:15 a.m. Feb. 14, LaSalle County deputies handled a single-vehicle accident on North 2551st Road near East 150th Road in Peru Township. Trey N. Schorn, 23, of Granville was heading east on North 2551st Road when he lost control of his vehicle on the snow covered road and entered the south ditch. No injuries were reported.
Putnam County Sheriff At 5:45 a.m. Feb. 7, the Putnam County Sheriff’s Department arrested and charged Alex Alvarado, 29, of Princeton with driving under the influence of alcohol, .08 or more, and improper parking on the roadway following a report of a subject asleep behind the wheel of a vehicle on Route 71 and County Road 1050 East in Granville Township. Alvarado was released on a notice to appear and given a Putnam County court date.
Marilyn Mount DWIGHT — Marilyn M. Mount, 86, of Dwight, formerly of Mazon, passed away Saturday, Feb. 20, 2016, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria. Marilyn was born Jan. 6, 1930, in Sparland to Vearle and Marie (Hodge) Funk. She married William Mount on June 10, 1949, in the Methodist Church in Ransom. Marilyn Mount She graduated from MVK High School in Mazon. Marilyn was a 4-H leader for many years. She loved to sew and she also enjoyed doing crafts when the family was all together and getting everyone involved, which was the beginning of one of many family traditions. Marilyn was all about family and friends, she enjoyed entertaining her friends and her family and spending time with the grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. She and her husband, Bill, kept active by bowling on a bowling team for many years. Marilyn was a past member of the Mazon Methodist Church, where she served as secretary, as well as a Sunday school and Bible school teacher. She later joined the Verona Methodist Church continuing to provide the same services. Marilyn enjoyed all the kids that she took to and from school when she was a bus driver for the Mazon and Dwight school districts. She also worked at the Fabric Center in Morris for many years. Surviving are her five children, Darlene (Robert) Cofoid of Granville, Thomas (Jan) Mount of Crest Hill, Wayne (Nora) Mount of Yazzo City, Miss., Donna (James) Tondini of Morris and Nancy Moore of Oswego; one sister, Arlene Prindiville of Dwight; 15 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Bill, in 2009; one brother, Virgil Funk; and one grandson, Wayne Mount. Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 25, at UC Davis–Callahan Funeral Home, 301 W. Washington St., Morris, with Pastor Mary McQuilkin and Dan Lybarger officiating. Burial will be at Wards Cemetery, Verona. Visitation will be from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 24, at the funeral home. There will be an additional visitation from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 25, also at the funeral home. The Dysart-Cofoid Funeral Chapel in Granville will be assisting the family with the arrangements. Contributions may be directed to her church. Pallbearers will be Mike Walker, Kevin Walker, Adam Mount, Nathan Mount, Billy Sproull, Christian Bates, Chris Ammenhauser, Craig Strum and Brad Mount. Online condolences may be made to her family at www.dcfunerals.com.
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Women in Ag Seminar is March 18
ROCK ISLAND — Are you a woman who is involved in agriculture? Are you actively farming, working in the industry or married to a farmer? If so, then we have the conference for you! Join us for a one day seminar for women in agriculture. Join more than 200 women for the annual bi-state Women in Agriculture Conference on Friday, March 18, at the day-long conference at Jumer’s Casino and Hotel, 777 Jumer Drive, Rock Island. This year’s featured speaker is Laura Daniels. Daniels is a mother, wife, farmer, dairy consultant and agriculture advocate. Daniels will share her refreshingly honest views about life’s ups and downs and will help you see that you need tools to cope, because life isn’t all sunshine and roses. Sometimes its thistles, deep fertilizer, and the cows are out! This interactive session will remind you of your valuable purpose to your family, your farm and the world. You’ll leave proud of who you are and what you do, but also prepared to deal with those other days. The conference planning committee is offering a Thursday night “Work, Life, Balance — If There is Really Such a Thing” social hour. If you can get away early, book a room with friends and join us for a networking and social hour with other participants and the featured conference speaker. The evening will feature a cash bar and run from 7 to 9 p.m. Heavy appetizers and a cash bar will be available. Friday morning will begin with Daniels, as keynote speaker, and a market update by Cory Winstead from AgriVisor. Friday breakout sessions will include: • Farm Legacy: Rick Morgan, Country Financial. • How to Build the Culture of Your Farm or Business: Laura Daniels. • All Things Nutrients: Lauren Lurkins, Illinois Farm Bureau, Diane Ercse, Iowa Soybean Association and Julie Armstrong, Nutrient Research and Education Council • Funding for College: Rick Morgan, Country Financial. • Aging Gracefully with Nutrition: Lia Nightingale, PhD, Palmer College of Chiropractic. • Emerging Animal Health and Welfare Issues: Jessica Bates, DVM, Iowa State University. • Preparing to Meet with Your Lender: Nate Edlefson, Western FBFM. • Fences, Gates and Farm Hats: Jenny Schwei-
Laura Daniels gert, Ag Chat Foundation. • Politically Engaged — What’s It All About? Ashley Breen, Illinois Farm Bureau and Annette Sweeney, former Iowa State Representative (invited). Again this year the event will wrap up with a live “Confessions of a Farm Wife” Podcast with Holly Spangler, Emily Webel and DeAnna Thomas. This conversation will also feature Natasha C. Nicholes, Illinois Farm Families 2013 Field Moms Alum. Registration and a light breakfast will begin at 8 a.m. Friday’s conference will begin with opening comments at 8:45 a.m. Our closing session and send off will conclude by 4 p.m. The cost of the Thursday evening program will be $20 per person. The cost for Friday’s conference is $50, which will include a light breakfast and a buffet luncheon. Registration materials must be received by Feb. 28. Any registrations received after Feb. 28 will be $60. Walk-ins the day of the conference will be charged $75. Seating is limited. To register, contact the Rock Island County Farm Bureau office at 309-736-7432 or online at www.womeninagricultureconference. com. If you need a hotel room, Jumer’s is offering a special rate of $89.99 (plus tax) for conference participants on Thursday night. Make sure you ask for the Women in Agriculture Conference in March 2016. River Valley Cooperative and John Deere are platinum sponsors and original sponsors to this conference. Conference planning committee leadership is brought to you by the Bureau, Carroll, Fulton, Henry, Knox, Lee, Mercer, McDonough, Rock Island, Stark, Warren-Henderson, and Whiteside County Farm Bureaus in Illinois as well as the Scott County Farm Bureau in Iowa. Additional support is provided by Iowa State Extension, and University of Illinois Extension, Country Financial, Gold Star FS/Growmark, 1st Farm Credit Services, and River Gulf Grain are also sponsors of this conference.
Dollars and sense Help! I can’t pay my tax bill You’re almost done with your federal income tax return, and you’re already Christian Cyr thinking of ways to spend your refund. Then, the unthinkable happens. Instead of a refund, you find that you owe $3,000. You’re now in the unenviable position of owing money to the IRS, and you don’t have the cash. What do you do now? Pay what you can afford when you file the return, then wait for a bill For one reason or another, you’re suffering from a short-term cash flow problem. You’ll eventually have the cash to pay your tax bill; you just don’t have it right now. If that’s your situation, you may want to consider the following approach. First, pay as much as you can when you file your tax return. This will help reduce the penalties and interest that you’ll be charged. Next, wait for the IRS to send you a bill for the remaining balance. This should take roughly 45 days. Perhaps by then you’ll have enough cash to pay the bill in full. If not, call the number or write to the address on the bill you’ve received, or visit the nearest IRS office to explain your situation. Based on the circumstances, you could qualify for an agreement to full pay within 60 or 120 days. The IRS is willing to offer these short-term agreements to full pay in order to assist in tax debt repayment. You can request an agreement length depending on the specific situation. One problem with this approach, however, is that interest and penal-
ties continue to accrue on the unpaid balance. So, while you may buy yourself some time, the total amount that you’ll end up paying may be much higher than it would have been if you had paid your tax bill in full when due. Pay by installments An installment agreement is a monthly payment plan with the IRS. It’s the most widely used method for paying an IRS tax debt. The IRS will generally accept the payment of your tax liability in installments if your total tax liability (not counting interest, penalties, and other additions) is $10,000 or less, and if you meet a few other requirements. To enter into an installment agreement, contact the IRS by telephone, mail or online, and explain that you’re unable to pay your tax bill in full. The IRS will send you Form 9465, Installment Agreement Request, to fill out, and the fee is $120 ($52 for direct debit installment agreements); you may qualify to pay a reduced fee of $43 if your income is below a certain level. Your tax liability may generally be spread out over a period of 72 months, and payments can be automatically withdrawn from your bank account or made through payroll deduction. You’ll generally be expected to pay the maximum installment amount that you can afford. Although you won’t avoid interest and penalties with this payment method, you’ll avoid more severe collection action. Christian Cyr, CPA is president of Cyr Financial Inc., a registered investment advisor. If you have questions or comments, Cyr can be reached at Cyrfinancial. com or by calling 815925-7501.
Early voting for the general primary election HENNEPIN — Putnam County Clerk and Election Authority Dan Kuhn would like to inform the registered voters of Putnam County that pursuant to Articles 19A-15, 19A-20 of the Illinois Election Code (10 ILCS 5), early voting for the general primary election on March 15 for all Putnam County precincts will be conducted at the office of the Putnam County Clerk at the Courthouse at 120 N. Fourth St. in Hennepin. Early voting began Thursday, Feb. 4, and will continue through Monday,
March 14, weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and also on Saturday, March 12, 8:30 a.m. to noon. Any voter that is a valid registrant in Putnam County may vote during the early voting period after showing proper identification. However, any vote cast is final and may not be revoked. As a result, the early voter is not eligible to cast a vote on Election Day. If you have any questions or would like further information on early voting, contact the Putnam County Clerk’s Office by calling 815-925-7129.
‘Turning the Corner’
Midwest Aronia Association to host sixth annual conference
DES MOINES, Iowa — Midwest Aronia Association is holding the sixth annual conference in Des Moines, Iowa, Friday, March 18, through Saturday, March 19, at the Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites, Des Moines Northwest. Midwest Aronia Association will hold its 2016 conference, open to both members and non-members. This annual Midwest event is the largest gathering of aronia growers in the nation, drawing speakers and attendees from across the United States, as well as internationally, to network, learn and share about the Aronia berry. Aronia has been introduced in recent years as a value-added sustainably grown crop, and researchers are discovering numerous health benefits in the dark purple berry. The MAA is excited to announce the schedule of speakers and topics focused turning the corner of the aronia industry. The Midwest Aronia Association is a non-profit group whose focus is education concerning aronia. Main goals include assisting growers, and re-establishing aronia as a
healthy staple in modern diets by introducing aronia berries to consumers. With over 175 grower-members throughout the United States and Canada, there is growing focus on local and regional marketability as well as expanding domestic market growth and development of the aronia industry. Researchers and experts will share their knowledge and insight in a number of presentations during the 2-day conference. Speaker topics include soil fertility, nutrition, wine making, crop insurance, fruit insurance, and new growers “getting started.” Friday evening, a banquet will be followed with a keynote presentation by Sheree Clark, a holistic health and nutrition expert. Other topics will include plant viability, aronia chill requirements and leaf tissue analysis, and data collection. There will be a panel discussion with grower members and an opportunity for attendees to meet with others in their regional area. The annual business meeting and election of board members will be held on Friday. For more information about this once-a-year event, please visit www.midsestaronia.org. Register for the conference at http://midwestaronia. org/registration-for2016-conference-isnow-open/.
Munson Hybrids announces new sales manager, reps in Illinois GALESBURG – Illinois continues to be a strong growth market for Illinois-headquartered Munson Hybrids. Munson added a district sales manager (DSM) and four sales representatives in Illinois since January 2015. The sales personnel spread throughout Central Illinois are: Tommy Fehlhafer, DSM, Princeton, 815-876-7730. Augusta Farmers Coop, Augusta, 217-440-7533. Cliff King, Seaton, 309371-5429. Eric Riebling, Good Hope, 309-255-5529. Simply Ag Services, Farmington, 309-3695409. Munson Hybrids has continued to experience growth during these challenging times in the ag industry. The growth is due, in part, to diligence in selecting traits and genetics suited specifically for Illinois farm conditions. The added sales represen-
tatives in Illinois will help maintain the high level of service that Illinois farmers have come to expect from Munson Hybrids. “Performing in our own backyard is critical to Munson Hybrids – we are under the microscope, as we should be, in Illinois. We remain committed to our motto of ‘Performance is Personal,’ and sales representatives in Illinois have to take this to the next level in our home state,” said John Hennenfent, CEO/president. “We are proud to call Illinois home and appreciate the trust Illinois farmers honor us with by purchasing Munson seed year after year.” About Munson Hybrids: Munson Hybrids is a regional, family-owned seed company that meets the corn, soybean, silage, alfalfa, small grain and cover crop seed needs of farmers in Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota and Wisconsin.
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Time to fix what is broken Like Fox Mulder in “The X-Files,” I want to believe. While he wants to believe in aliens, what I want to believe in might be a little hardShannon er to swallow: I Serpette want to believe there are people COMMENTARY out there who can set aside their differences, reach across political party lines, roll up their sleeves and come up with solutions for the problems overwhelming our country. But the problem is, I actually don’t believe that anymore. I don’t believe it can be done. Even if a person is willing to do that — and they are out there, former U.S. Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood was a good example of someone who reached across party lines — he or she is often met with resistance from both the main parties. Our political system is like an archaic, broken toy sitting in an old musty basement. No one wants to throw it away because it has been in the family for so long, or they think maybe it can be fixed and it will be useful again someday. But it’s time to get rid of it and find something that works, something more relevant in today’s world. Take the Electoral College voting system, for instance. No, please, take it ... take it away. I can’t imagine a more ill-advised, easy-to-manipulate system ever being implemented. Like many other Americans, I would rather have the popular vote control who the winner is. Hearing people say, “Every vote counts,” is like nails on a chalkboard to me because it absolutely isn’t true with the Electoral College system. Here’s another thing I wish for: When I travel, I’d like to be able to say I’m from Illinois without hearing snickers from people who live in other states. Even more, I’d like to be able to resist the urge to snicker with them. But I don’t. I join in, laughing with them. “Yep. The state of Illinois, where our governors make our license plates,” I say. Although it makes a great one-liner, it truly isn’t funny. And our prospects in Illinois are possibly bleaker now than when we were sending our governors to the slammer. How do we still not have a state budget? As I write this, Illinois has gone 224 days without a budget. That is what my kids and their friends would deem “an epic failure.” Every time I receive a bill in the mail — especially when it was time to pay property taxes — I want to call someone and tell them I will pay it eventually ... when I pass my household budget. When will that be? I don’t know. My husband and I don’t always agree on financial matters. Our money could be tied up for some time. Meanwhile, as our supposed state “leaders” are playing the most annoying and highly-visible game of chicken ever, the citizens they should care about are hurting. Because of the budget impasse, people are losing their jobs, students are dropping out of college and Illinois is once again earning a very public black eye on the national stage — but none of that seems to create a sense of urgency to reach a compromise. Their incompetency is impacting the lives of Illinois residents throughout the state. Something tells me they would fight harder for a quick solution if they were the ones losing their jobs, going without meals and in danger of losing their homes. I had nothing against Gov. Bruce Rauner when he took office, but he has no chance of earning my vote in any future elections: He is running Illinois as a CEO would run a business. The problem with that is many CEOs only care about the bottom line — they don’t truly care about their employees. They think with their heads, not their hearts. A good, balanced leader, I believe, should think with both. Putnam County Record Copy Editor Shannon Serpette can be reached at sserpette@bcrnews. com.
First Person Jessica (Kasella) Dove Town: Hennepin. Family: Husband, Mike, and two sons, Josh (10) and Jake (7), two dogs, Katie and Boe-Si, and one cat, Gracie. Occupation: CNA at Greenfield Retirement Home. What was your first job: Babysitting and life guarding. What is your favorite movie: “Gone With The Wind.” What is your favorite book: I don’t have much time for reading. What is the best concert you’ve been to: Cher. If you met a genie who granted you one wish, what would you wish for: A cure for cancer. I’ve lost too many loved ones and too many friends fighting it. What is the hardest thing you’ve ever done: Helping my mom close the family business (State Wide Builders) after my dad passed away in 2004,
and almost losing my first born (Josh) at birth and watching him get LifeFlighted to Peoria NICU. That was so hard. Where do you most want to travel but have never been: May sound silly, but New York. What is one thing you are truly passionate about: My family. I would do anything for them. What is your favorite area restau-
Make results worth the wait Because of an anti-fraud initiative, Illinois taxpayers won’t receive their income tax refunds on time.
Time is the stuff life is made of, so the saying goes. When government wastes the people’s money, that’s bad enough. But when it wastes the people’s time, that’s worse. At first, the Illinois Department of Revenue’s early January announcement that it would delay income tax refund payments to fight fraud seemed understandable, even prudent. Connie Beard, state revenue director, said the refund payment delays would allow the department to “better detect attempts at identity theft and ensure taxpayer refunds do not fall needlessly into the hands of criminals.” You know, the kinds of criminals that steal people’s identities, fraudulently submit false tax returns, and make off with thousands of dollars in stolen money sent out by well-meaning but duped state workers. From the way it was explained, the first tax refunds won’t be made until the middle of March, at the earliest, for people who file state returns before March 1. For those filing after March 1, tack on 2 or 3 weeks after the filing date before refunds will be issued. Revenue department workers presumably will use the extra time to scrutinize tax returns, weed out the attempts at fraud, and reduce the amount of money mistakenly
rant and what do you like to order there: Coal Miners Café, taco salad. What’s something you like about your hometown: We are a nice small town, not even a stop light. Is there anything you would change: I wouldn’t change a thing. I may not be rich and may not have everything I want, but I have a loving husband and two great children so deep down I am rich and have everything I have ever wanted.
doled out to crooks. That all sounds good, but we can’t help but think about all the time wasted for honest taxpayers who work hard, file tax returns early, and look forward to receiving their refunds in a timely manner. Many honest taxpayers likely plan to spend their refunds on various goods and services. Perhaps they want to make a down payment on a large purchase, or hope to use the money for a spring vacation trip, or any number of other things. But now they will have to wait 2 or 3 weeks longer than normal to receive their refunds before moving ahead with their plans. The state is already notoriously adept at making people wait. Schools must wait for state aid payments. So do public universities. One such university, Chicago State, expects to run out of money in March. College students are waiting for their MAP grants. Some can’t afford tuition this semester. State vendors have had to wait months for payments. As of Friday, the state was more than $7.2 billion in arrears to various vendors, according to the Illinois Comptroller’s office. All Illinoisans have been waiting for a state budget for the fiscal year that started July 1, and waiting, and waiting, to the tune of 210 days now. So if people are not so enthusiastic about an additional waiting period, this one for income tax refund payments, they have a good reason. The Department of Revenue must ensure that it uses the extra time wisely and carries through on its promises to cut back on the fraud its leader says she is targeting. In other words, the results had better be worth the wait. Putnam County Record
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A response to the State of the State Address To the Editor, Across Illinois, disability groups are being affected by the budget crisis. After seven months without a real budget, services ranging from psychiatric care to blind technology programs to payments for sign language interpreters are in real trouble. The situation in Springfield is terrible and has only resulted in punishing the people who have the least power — people with disabilities, seniors and children, most of whom are poor. Spending is not the problem because Illinois doesn’t spend that much on services; revenue is the problem because there is not enough money. Particularly, the state budget crisis is tearing apart the web of services that exist for people with disabilities and seniors. Our state government has a responsibility to pro-
tect the general welfare, and that includes making sure that mental health services, early intervention, home services and many more are actually in place. These services are now being ripped away from the communities that need them. When people with disabilities elect public officials, it is our expectation that they will uphold the Americans with Disabilities Act and other laws that ensure that people with disabilities get a fair chance. Right now, our rights are being threatened by the lack of a budget. We don’t have a spending problem because not enough is spent to make sure that basic needs are met. We have a budget problem and a revenue problem, and without a solution to either one, people with disabilities and seniors are essentially being faced with choices that could mean life or death. I urge our elected officials to take immediate action to solve the budget crisis, and I call upon the public to hold our elected officials accountable for a real budget! Lesley Gonigam, associate director for Illinois Valley Center for Independent Living LaSalle
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Take the cake Traditional or original By Terri Simon tsimon@bcrnews.com
While traditions come and go with many wedding scenarios, the idea of serving cake to wedding guests has stood the test of time. Whether it’s the typical cake with several tiers, sheet cakes or even decorated cupcakes, chances are guests will be ending the wedding meal with a piece of cake. According to two area bakers, the actual dessert table hasn’t changed much throughout the years, where cake is the featured dessert for the wedding guests of most newlyweds. Owner/baker Joy O’Hare of Tiers of Joy at 230 Marquette St. in LaSalle and Stephanie Kayser, bakery manager and cake decorator at Sullivan’s Foods on Princeton’s North Main Street, collectively decorate hundreds, Shaw Media photo/Dave Cook if not thousands, of wedding cakes every year. They’ve seen a variety of brides and grooms choose just as many Joy O’Hare, owner and baker at Tiers of Joy in LaSalle, said the sky is the limit when it comes to wedding cakes. A
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Take the Cake From Page XX wedding desserts to serve to their guests. Each decorator put down their decorating bags for a few minutes to share their most popular wedding goodies, as well as few unique ones that have come across their bakery tables. O’Hare said the popular flavor at her LaSalle bakery is a vanilla cake with a strawberry mousse filling, followed by a chocolate cake with a chocolate mousse filling. Other more unique flavors follow those two standards like Kahlua cake with a tiramisu filling. Kayser said a vanilla cake tops the list in her bakery as being the most popular, however, chocolate, red velvet and marble cakes are available. Fillings are varied and include strawberry, lemon, Bavarian, chocolate fudge, and raspberry, which she said is the most popular filling flavor in the Princeton bakery. While both cake decorators do their share of the traditional tiered wedding cakes, they both said many couples are opting to have a small, tiered cake to cut for the wedding photos, and then the guests are served pieces of sheet cake, decorated to match the small more formal wedding cake. Both Kayser and O’Hare said this makes the cake experience considerably more affordable for brides and grooms. “These are really budget-friendly, and there’s still plenty of options,” O’Hare said. “On each (sheet cake) piece, we will put their initials or a rosebud,” said Kayser. “It’s a lot less expensive. So they have their pretty little cake for the cutting, and they are being a little more conservative money-wise.” O’Hare said cupcakes used to be very popular for her bakery, however, that trend isn’t what it used to be. She said some couples are opting for pie weddings, where they serve pies to guests rather than cake. Kayser said cupcakes are still popular for Sullivan’s customers. She said it seems as if weddings aren’t nearly as formal as they used to be, and cupcakes serve that less formal venue well. “But I actually do both — rustic and simple and dressy and elegant,” Kayser said regarding the wedding desserts she creates for each couple. O’Hare said she really likes to decorate wedding cakes using gum paste flowers — “something kind of elegant and simple with pops of color.” Shaw Media photo/Dave Cook Kayser said the ever-popular groom’s cake to accompa- Sullivan’s Foods’ Stephanie Kayser, bakery manager and cake decorator, works on a cake in the Princeton bakery.
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ny the traditional wedding cake isn’t seen very often anymore. Regardless of what each couple chooses or wants, though, O’Hare and Kayser say they enjoy working with each couple and they like it when the brides and grooms come in with some kind of idea about how they envision their wedding cake to look. For some couples, tradition gets thrown completely out the window, and both cake creators enjoyed telling of some of their most unusual cakes they’ve decorated for the happy couples. O’Hare said she did a topsy turvey Harley Davidson cake that she remembers well, and another wedding cake she recalls was a kayaking cake with a stream and trees, adding some couples want their special interests depicted in icing and fondant. “It’s like a little story sometimes on the
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Newly-engaged couples urged to have ‘the money talk’ before saying ‘I do’ Tens of thousands of Americans got down on one knee over the Christmas and New Year’s holidays to propose to their significant other. According to a recent Facebook study of engaged people on the social media site, even more men and women will agree to wed on Valentine’s Day. While most people spend months if not years planning and purchasing for their big day, far fewer engaged couples spend time talking about their finances with their fiancee. A recent Country Financial Security Index survey found that only 54 percent of those who are engaged are in the know about their partner’s debt. Two-thirds of Americans who are just dating or single say they were unwilling to date or marry someone who has significant debt. That’s why Country Financial is encouraging couples to do some talking before saying, “I do.” Doing so could mean the difference between marital bliss, broken hearts and money disputes later on. “Debt has become a major financial hurdle for many Americans to overcome. The single biggest mistake couples make is they do not sit down together and do any financial planning before
getting married,” said Joe Buhrmann, Country financial manager of Financial Security Field Support. “Once couples start getting serious, they should learn as much as they can about their combined financial situation. If they need more help, they should reach out to a financial advisor who can get them on the right track. It’s important, not just for their love life, but also for their financial security.” Developing a plan early on can help prevent future marital problems and conflicts. Having the talks and reaching agreements before walking down the aisle could even save engaged couples money in the long run. They will have a better idea of where they stand moneywise and what types of insurance coverage they will need and can afford. Taking on these early insights could also get them started on savings for retirement and building their joint financial security before they even tie the knot. At minimum, couples should develop a basic plan that addresses: • Spending: How much money will you make combined? Will you rent or buy and how much can you afford to spend monthly on
housing? What about food, clothing and utilities? After that, determine how much discretionary spending you each can do. • Insurance: Consider what coverage you will need and how much you might pay in insurance premiums. Debt: Ask yourselves how much combined debt you will have. You’re marrying the love of your life, which also includes their outstanding debt and credit score. • Saving: How much money will you save and how frequently will you save it? What items will you save for? (i.e. a down payment toward a major purchase, vacation, your first child, etc.) Retirement: Determine how much money would you need to accumulate to live comfortably in your golden years. Will you need to work? What might you get in Social Security benefits? “Out of all of these topics, insurance is by far the most overlooked part of pre-marriage planning. Younger couples tend to believe they are invincible and have the rest of their lives to save and prepare for retirement,” Buhrmann said. “Couples need to sit with their financial representative and look at their entire financial house, not just their retirement and investments. The
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Community Relay for Life plans kickoff celebration LACON — On Saturday, Feb. 27, at the Lacon American Legion, the American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Marshall and Putnam Counties will officially get underway as event volunteers and participants gather for a kickoff dinner to launch the 21st Relay For Life fundraising year. Although Relay For Life of Marshall and Putnam Counties is not until this summer, now is the time to get involved. One in every 100 Americans participates in this fundraising event that has become a global phenomenon. Community members are invited to attend the kickoff celebration to learn more about the upcoming event and how they can become part
of this year’s Relay For Life. This year the theme is “Wish Upon a Cure,” and teams are excited to kick off the fundraising year with this Disney theme. A dinner of pulled pork will be served from 5 to 7 p.m. Hot dogs will be offered for kids. Tickets cost $8 for adults and $5 for children. In addition to dinner, entertainment will be provided by Dance Central. This kick off event will also feature a silent auction, raffles and 50/50. Donations can be made to this local Relay For Life event by visiting RelayForLife.org. Community members can also start or join a team by following the links to their local Relay event.
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GRANVILLE — What started out as an idea for a themed night for men, a spaghetti dinner and a screening of a classic spaghetti western, has surprisingly turned into a very successful event for local women. “We had been thinking of doing a spaghetti western night for men and had put a post on Facebook to see what kind of response we’d get to the idea. Someone suggested doing a night for women. We tried it, and we couldn’t have been happier with the nice outcome,” said manager Bill Guynn. The evening featured nine different vendors in the dining room.
Guynn also wants the public to know the dining room at Pagan O’Leary’s is available on Saturdays and Sundays free of charge for anyone wanting to host cultural events. “Whether it’s craft, music or woodworking lessons, or anything that would benefit the community, it’s welcome. We want to do this for our community. We feel Putnam County is under-served with these types of events and events for women. They happen regularly in Princeton and surrounding areas, but not enough in Putnam County, and we’re trying to change that,” said Guynn. For more information call 815339-6278 or visit Pagan O’Leary’s Facebook page.
Magnolia Fire Department will hold chicken supper MAGNOLIA — The Magnolia Fire Department will hold its annual chicken supper and ham distribution from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, March 12. The dinner includes all-you-caneat chicken with mostaccioli, salad, bread and dessert. The cost for this meal is $9 for adults, $5 for ages 6 to
Steering committee will meet Feb. 27 HENNEPIN — The steering committee for the Hennepin Township High School Alumni annual meeting will meet at 9 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 27, at the Hennepin Village Hall, 627 E. High St., Hennepin. Anyone who would be interested in helping with this meeting should try to attend. If you can not make the meeting and have some ideas, contact either Pam, by calling 815-925-7142, or Barb, by calling 815-925-7250.
There, the 50 to 60 women in attendance browsed, shopped and mingled before going back to the bar to sample the $4 special martinis created by guest mixologist Matty Illman. “Our vendors were extremely happy, and all of them have scheduled to be at our next Ladies’ Night which will be from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, March 16. There will be mom and pop vendors and representatives from Pampered Chef, Tupperware, Mary Kay and Améo Essential Oils. We had vendors selling custom gift cards, scarves, chocolates, purses, metal art and more. We don’t charge our vendors anything for participating, and there’s no charge for our guests,” said Guynn.
12 and children 5 and under are free. All proceeds go toward equipment and training purposes. As always, they will raffle Amish country hams and turkeys during the dinner. They will also have a 50/50 drawing along with a door prize raffle. They are also raffling off a MMC Armory MA15 Patrol Elite Rifle and a Springfield
Armory XD 45 Pistol. This event is a great opportunity to bring your family and friends out for a great meal and some good fellowship all while supporting the all-volunteer fire department. Questions can be directed to Chief Dan Baum by calling 815-869-3031 or 815-257-6405.
Relay for Life team will hold spaghetti supper HENNEPIN — The Hennepin Relay for Life team will hold its annual spaghetti supper from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday, March 3, in the Hennepin Park District Community Room, located at 326 Milan St. in Hennepin.
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Chef Matt Dean will be preparing the spaghetti sauce. Carry-out meals will be available by calling 815-925-7319. All proceeds will go to Team Hennepin’s total for the 2016 Relay for Life event in Henry in early June.
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College and Career Expo on March 1 at PCHS Students in grades 7-12 and their parents are invited GRANVILLE — A College and Career Expo will be from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 1, at Putnam County High School in Granville. This event will be open to students in grades 7-12 and their parents. College and universities who will be represented are American Academy of Art, Blackburn College, Eureka College, Illinois Community College, Illinois State University, Iowa Wesleyan University, Illinois Valley Community College, Joliet Junior College,
Lakeview College of Nursing, Lincoln Christian University, Lincoln College, Lindenwood University-Belleville, Methodist College of Unity Point Health, Midstate College, Monmouth College, Morrison Tech University, MTI, Naval Academy, Northern Illinois University, Olivet Nazarene University, Parkland College, Paul Mitchell School-Normal, Quincy University, Saint Anthony College of Nursing, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, St. Ambrose University, Trinity International University and Upper Iowa University. Careers represented will be: Agricultural Computer Technology, Athletic Training (IVCH), Axline Pharmacy, Caterpillar, CIT Trucking, Coun-
try Financial, Criminal Justice, EMS, FCAE - Ag Careers, Granville National Bank, Illinois Farm Bureau, John’s Sales and Service, Marquis Energy, Naval Services, North Central Bank, RC Hartman Construction, Surveying - Bill Shafer and U.S. Army. Workshops will include: Military FAQs, College Student Panel, Parent/Student College Search FAQs, Job Skills and Basics, FAFSA & ISAC, Scholarship Writing, Resumes and Interviewing, Student Loans, Taxes, Insurance, Nursing and Cosmetology. Workshop will last no longer than 30 minutes. For more information, email heiserj@pschools535.org or hulstromn@pcschools535.org.
Scholarships available for Henry-Senachwine seniors HENRY — Several college scholarships of local nature are available for high school senior students residing in the Henry-Senachwine School District. Applications for these scholarships are now available from the guidance counselor at HSHS and must be completed and returned to that office by March 1. These scholarships include the Dewey, Finfgeld and Henry Chamber of Commerce scholarships. Both the Dewey and Finfgeld scholarships are
endowed by the respective families. The Dewey Scholarship is for a local student attending a four-year college or university. The Finfgeld Scholarship is for a student attending a two-year junior college — Illinois Central College, Illinois Valley Community College or Black Hawk College. Both of these scholarships are renewable each year if the student remains in good standing. The Henry Chamber of Commerce Scholarships are awarded to the valedictorian and salutatorian of the
graduating class. The Henry Scholarship Program has been operating for many years with its focus exclusively on students in the local high school, Henry-Senachwine. The idea for the scholarship program is currently administered by a committee chaired by Meaghan Dean, a faculty member at HSHS. Other members of the committee are Ryan Anderson, vice president; Wes Wolven, treasurer; Ken Williamson, secretary; Joyce Wood, record keeper; and Marge Hunt, board member.
Putnam County Historical Society will meet HENNEPIN — The winter program of the Putnam County Historical Society will be at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 28, at the Agricultural Museum, 501 Old Highway 26 in Hennepin.
Rick Seibert of Hennepin, the site supervisor for The Wetlands Initiative’s Hennepin-Hopper Lakes, will speak on recent developments with the wetlands at Hennepin and the
location of duck clubs in the local Illinois River Valley. Everyone is invited to this free presentation. The Agricultural Museum is handicapped accessible.
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Putnam County Community Center Feb. 29 — Ravioli in broth, grilled cheese, peas/carrots, apple, cookie. March 1 — Barbecue on bun, coleslaw and baked beans, chips and dip, dessert, yogurt with strawberries. March 2 — Baked ham, scalloped potatoes, green beans, oranges. March 3 — Beef and noodles, tossed salad with toppings, roll, peas, sliced pears, dessert. March 4 — Egg salad sandwich with lettuce, fried potatoes, mixed vegetables, apple crisp. Bread, butter, fruit juice and 2% milk are available with meals. For reservations, call 800-757-4579 24 hours in advance of the day’s meal. The menu is subject to change. Meals are available to senior citizens 60 plus at no cost, but donations are appreciated. The meal program is partly funded by donations, so they have a suggested donation of $5 per meal. Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m.
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Broady named to dean’s list at Dickinson College CARLISLE, Pa. — Catheryn Marie Broady, a senior archaeology major at Dickinson College in Carlisle, Pa., has been named to the dean’s list for the fall 2015 semester. A graduate of Henry-Senachwine High School, she is the daughter of Pastor
Terry and Marcia Broady of Putnam. All students earning a position on the dean’s list — a recognition of academic excellence — must have a grade point average of 3.7 or above on a 4.0 GPA scale for the semester.
Princeton DAR will host youth luncheon
Tumbling, trampoline team competes Members of Illinois Valley YMCA Tumbling and Trampoline competed at the 2016 GAR Winter Super Invitational Jan. 16 and 17 in Belvidere. Thirty-nine team mem-
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PRINCETON — The Princeton-Illinois Chapter NSDAR will host its youth luncheon, honoring area high school seniors selected by their peers and teachers as DAR Good Citizens, on Friday, March 4, at the Hampshire Colony Church, 604 S. Church St. in Prince-
ton. Lunch will be served at noon, but students are asked to arrive earlier for photos. Reservation deadline for members is Feb. 24. Submit checks to Dolores Dace, treasurer. The program, “Civil War Dads,” will be presented by author Tim Pletkovich.
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‘The Last Five Years’ to be presented in Streator STREATOR — Community Players of Streator Inc. is pleased to announce Jason Robert Brown’s “The Last Five Years” will be presented Feb. 25-28 at Engle Lane Theatre, 1012 Columbus Road, Streator. Performances will be at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 25, through Saturday, Feb. 27, and 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 28. Under the direction of Samantha Farb, “The Last Five Years” in an emotionally powerful and intimate musical about two New Yorkers in their 20s who fall in and out of love with each other over the course of five years. The show’s unconventional structure consists of Cathy, the woman, telling her story backwards while Jamie, the man, tells his story chronologically. The two
characters only meet once at their wedding in the middle of the show. “The Last Five Years” was inspired by the author’s own failed marriage. His ex-wife threatened legal action on the grounds the story of the musical represented her relationship with Brown too closely. The show premiered at Chicago’s Northlight Theatre in 2001 and was produced off-Broadway in 2002. Cheyanne Geringer and Derek Zinke are featured in the roles of Cathy Hiatt and Jamie Wellerstein. Geringer has been involved at Engle Lane for 15 years and most recently played the role of Blanche Barrow in “Bonnie and Clyde.” Zinke, who has a BA in vocal performance and teaches music in Tinley Park, played the role of Marius in Engle Lane
Theatre’s 2014 production of “Les Miserables.” Tickets for “The Last Five Years” are $20 and are available online at www.englelane.org. Patrons may also call and leave a message at the box office, 815-672-3584. This is a special endowment show and is not part of the regular season ticket package. Founded in 1958, Community Players of Streator Inc. offers an opportunity to the people of Streator and the surrounding area to participate in non-professional theatrical activities while offering the general public an opportunity for the furtherance of appreciation of the theatre. For more information, visit www. englelane.org.
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LASALLE — “Shop for SIDS Awareness,” in support of the Aden Lamps Foundation, will be Sunday, April 17, at Senica’s Oak Ridge Golf Course, LaSalle. The event, which will include retail vendors and raffles, as well as handmade crafts, will be from noon to 4 p.m. For more information, visit www.AdenLampsFoundation.org or call Tiffany Lamps at 815-993-8433.
PRINCETON — SHINE Women’s Ministry announced the cancellation of its conference, “The Invisible Woman.” Due to the small number of registrations, the conference that was to be Saturday, Feb. 27, at Christ Community Church in Princeton, was canceled. For more information, email shinewomensministry@ yahoo.com.
Singles in Agriculture dance set for March 12 ROCHELLE — The Illinois chapter of Singles in Agriculture invites all singles over the age of 21 to a dance on Saturday, March 12, at the Flight Deck Bar and Grill in the Rochelle Airport hangar, 1207 W.
Gurler Road, Rochelle. The Mississippi Man will play from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. The cost is $10 per person at the door. For more information, call Pat at 815-625-2006 or Lorraine at 815-626-4483.
Ladd Library will host program LADD — Seniors, future seniors and caregivers should consider joining Nancy Carper from the Bureau County Senior Citizens Association for an informative session at the Ladd Library from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday, March 10. There is no charge to attend. Carper will discuss services and options available for seniors and caregivers in Bureau County. Counseling, transportation options, the senior center programs and general information on assistance, devices even health insurance programs will be topics of discussion. Anyone interested in the continued support of our area seniors is encouraged to attend. The library is at 125 N. Main in Ladd. Refreshments will be available. Those interested in participating should call the Ladd Library at 815-894-3254 to register as space is limited.
GENERAL PRIMARY ELECTION NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT ON
TUESDAY, MARCH 15, 2016 at the following precincts and established polling places: PRECINCT GRANVILLE #1 GRANVILLE #2 GRANVILLE #3 GRANVILLE #4 MAGNOLIA #1 MAGNOLIA #2 HENNEPIN #1 SENACHWINE #1
POLLING PLACE Standard Fire Station American Legion Hall Mark Community Bldg. American Legion Hall Magnolia Fire Station McNabb Fire Station Park District Complex Putnam Town Hall
LOCATION Standard, IL Granville, IL Mark, IL Granville, IL Magnolia, IL McNabb, IL Hennepin, IL Putnam, IL
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in the County of Putnam, State of Illinois, a General Primary Election will be held for the purpose of nominating (or electing if so specified) candidates for the following offices of the Democratic Party
Republican Party
• For President of the United States • For United States Senator • For Comptroller (For an unexpired two year term) • For Representative in Congress - 16th Congressional District • For Delegate to the National Nominating Convention - 16th Congressional District • For Alternate Delegate to the National Nominating Convention - 16th Congressional District (Republican Party Only) • For State Senator - 38th Legislative District • For Representative in the General Assembly - 76th Representative District • For State’s Attorney (Putnam County) • For Clerk of the Circuit Court (Putnam County) • For Putnam County Board Members At Large (Vote for two) • Precinct Committeeman (One to be elected in each precinct for each party) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN ALSO THAT THE FOLLOWING PROPOSITION WILL BE SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS OF THE TISKILWA RURAL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT: A proposition to Levy Ambulance Service Tax. The polls of said General Primary Election shall be opened continuously from 6:00 A.M. until 7:00 P.M. on Tuesday, March 15, 2016. Dated at Hennepin, Illinois on February 19, 2016. DANIEL S. KUHN Putnam County Clerk & Election Authority
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IVADA members gather in Peru PERU — The Illinois Valley Activity Director’s Association met Feb. 8 at Liberty Restaurant in Peru. President Jackie Latsch, LaSalle County Nursing Home, opened the business meeting while Brandi Glover, Liberty Village, Peru, read the minutes from previous meeting. Treasurer Jolene Kulpa, Aperion Care, Spring Valley, gave a report and discussed bi-laws and Don
Summers, Liberty Village, Peru, gave the education report. Chris Thompson, Greenfield, Princeton, brought in activity resources to share with the group. Don Summers addressed members about the laws on electronic monitoring in nursing homes. Members networked about Mardi Gras, Valentines, coupon clipping,
favorite fashions and devotionals. It was announced that Illinois Activity Professionals Association will host a six-hour seminar on April 13 at the LaSalle County Nursing Home which is open to all activity directors in the area. The next meeting will be at noon Monday, March 14, at Liberty Restaurant in Peru.
River Valley Players will present ‘Something’s Afoot’ in April River Valley Players will present “Something’s Afoot” on April 16, 17, 22, 23 and 24 at St. John’s Community Center in Henry. This murder mystery musical is a “zany sendup to the classic whodunits.” Ten strangers stranded in an isolated English mansion during a raging storm find themselves in peril when one by one, each is picked off by cleverly fiendish devices. As the survivors attempt to gather clues to identify the perpetrator, they find themselves in precarious and somewhat hilarious situations making them realize that something is indeed “afoot.” Tickets will go on sale Wednesday, March 16.
Tickets may be purchased online at www.rvphenry. org; by calling the new box office number at 309-2387878 (leave a message with your ticket needs and your call will be returned in the evening); or in person at The Meeting Place on Wednesdays from 8 a.m. to noon. Mailing list patrons may reserve tickets one week earlier (March 9) by calling the box office. Saturday and Sunday tickets are $30, offering a dinner theatre package catered by The Meeting Place. The meal will offer the same menu enjoyed at River Valley Players previous dinner theatre shows. Featuring a lavish salad bar, main course entrees of baked ham, chicken breast with sage butter
sauce, green beans with bacon and onions, potatoes au gratin, honey buttered carrots and dessert (apple turn over with caramel glaze and sea salt), coffee and ice tea, in addition to three beverage options. Doors will open at 6 p.m. on Saturdays, April 16 and 23, with the meal served at 6:30 p.m. followed by the show. Doors will open at noon on Sundays, April 17 and 24, with the meal served at 12:30 p.m. followed by the show. Tickets for Friday, March 22, are $17 for the show only. Doors will open at 7 p.m. with the performance at 7:30 p.m. A variety of home-baked desserts will available for purchase prior to the performance and during intermission.
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Attorney General Lisa Madigan highlights safer Internet Day CHICAGO — Attorney General Lisa Madigan recently recognized 2016 Safer Internet Day by urging parents and educators to help students adopt healthy online habits. To coincide with this year’s theme, “Play Your Part for a Better Internet,” the Attorney General’s Office is encouraging educators to hold a “Secure It Day” for students to take inventory of online accounts and address vulnerable areas. “We all know that our children are spending more time connected to the Internet, whether they
are playing games or using social media,” said Madigan. “Safer Internet Day is a good opportunity to make sure students are being smart about what they post and who they interact with when they are online.” Madigan recommended parents and teachers help youth take steps to make sure personal information is secure online: • Change user names that contain personal information; • Create strong passwords; • Turn on privacy settings; • Remove unknown
friends and followers; • Never share passwords or account information; • Be cautious if solicited for private information; • Connect to trusted networks and websites; and • Keep firewall, anti-spyware and anti-virus programs current. During the spring of 2014, the Attorney General’s office conducted a survey of more than 800 Illinois students in Grades 3 through 8 to determine how they are using technology and social media. The results showed the average child creates his or her first social networking account at 10 years
old, even though social networking sites require users to be at least 13 years old to create accounts. While 70 percent of youth in the survey acknowledged their postings to social media and other websites can impact their futures, more than 60 percent said they are not concerned with the amount of personal information they make available online. Additionally, 40 percent of third- through eighth-graders believe they should be the only person to check their online and mobile activity. On Safer Internet Day, Madigan encouraged par-
ents and teachers to talk to youth about their online connections, followers and posts, and promote safety and respect on the Internet. Madigan’s office has generated new and updated resources for students, families and educators to support positive digital choices. These resources are available on the Attorney General’s Stay Connected, Stay Informed website. Madigan leads the Illinois Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (ICAC), which investigates child exploitation crimes and trains local law enforce-
ment agencies throughout Illinois to investigate these crimes. As of December 2015, Madigan’s ICAC task force had been involved in 1,074 arrests of sexual predators. The task force has also provided Internet safety training and education to 500,975 parents, teachers and students, and to 19,472 law enforcement professionals. For more information or to access resources, please visit the Stay Connected, Stay Informed website, or contact the Attorney General’s Internet Safety Specialists at e-info@atg.state. il.us.
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‘Meals for a Healthy Heart’ programs planned in Henry HENRY — Locally, heart disease is the No. 1 cause of death, higher than the state average. Nationwide, more than 81 million Americans, 37 percent of the population, have heart disease. Susan Glassman, University of Illinois Extension nutrition and wellness educator, will present “Meals for a Healthy Heart,” a series of two educational sessions for people trying to prevent or manage heart disease. Participants will learn how to choose low-fat foods, reduce sodium, make healthier choices when eating out, read food labels and prepare for doctor’s visits, and enjoy watching food demonstrations of easy to prepare
recipes that will be tasted in class. The classes will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, March 10, and Tuesday, March 15, at the Henry Presbyterian Church, 511 Wirt St. in Henry. Advance registration is required by calling the extension office at 815-224-0889 or by registering online at https://web.extension.illinois. edu/registration/?RegistrationID=13921. Registration and payment are due by Monday, March 7. There is a $20 fee, per person, to cover materials and supplies for both sessions. For more information, call Susan Glassman at 815-224-0889 or visit web. extension.illinois.edu/blmp.
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SPRING VALLEY — St. Margaret’s Hospital in Spring Valley will host a “Heartsaver” CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) class for lay responders from 6 to 10 p.m. Tuesday, March 1, in the First Floor Presentation Room. The class is designed for lay responders who are serving as rescuers as part of their job responsibilities and are not
SPRING VALLEY — A free diabetes support group will meet from 3 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, March 1, at St. Margaret’s Hospital in Spring Valley. The “Living Well With Diabetes” group meets the first Tuesday of each month, and registrations are appreciated by the Thursday before each meeting. For more information, or to register, call 815-664-1501.
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Sleep Sack donation to IVCH The Aden Lamps Foundation followed up its donation of 500 sleep sacks to Illinois Valley Community Hospital in 2015 with a gift of 500 more of the potentially life-saving garments in 2016. The sacks aid in the prevention of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) and are given to the mothers of all newborns at IVCH. The 500 sacks given to IVCH have a collective value of more than $10,000. Foundation representative Ashley Lamps (second from left) is the mother of Aden Lamps, a SIDS victim in 2013. Also pictured are IVCH OB nurse Stacy Green (from left), OB unit nurse manager Angela O’Bryant and OB nurse Andrea Ahlstrom.
Wednesday evening Lenten services The churches of Putnam County have announced ecumenical Wednesday evening services during Lent.
Upcoming services are: Feb. 24 — 7 p.m., Granville UCC, Father Pat. March 2 — 7 p.m., Hennepin UMC, Pastor Kristi.
March 9 — 7 p.m., St. Paul in Leonore, Pastor Kristi. March 16 — 7 p.m., St. Patrick, Pastor Ron.
LIFT will host event on March 6 LASALLE — Christian women of all ages are invited to attend a Ladies In Fellowship Together (LIFT) event at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 6, at the Grace United Methodist Church in LaSalle. Special entertain-
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