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Wednesday, March 22, 2017

More paperwork and less revenue Will rental owners be allowed to claim the owner-occupied exemption? By Dave Cook

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HENNEPIN — While you can’t fault someone for trying to save money, a request received by Putnam County Supervisor of Assessments Tammy Mehalic asking that rental property owners be allowed to claim an owner-occupied exemption is unlikely to be approved. During the March 13 Putnam

County Board meeting, Mehalic asked the board if they had reached a decision about the issue raised at a previous meeting. The idea behind the request was a rental owner would receive the $6,000 exemption, and then have the renter pay the associated property taxes. It’s assumed the renter would also share in the savings by having a lower rent. “It’s up to the county,” said

Mehalic, adding some counties allow it while others don’t. Mehalic also said there would be additional paperwork; the property’s EAV would be affected; the county would have to track the renter’s payments; and that the county would lose $6,000 in revenue with each exemption. “We need to make a decision and act,” said board member Sheila Haage. The issue wasn’t on the agen-

da, so it was tabled until next month’s meeting. However, comments by the board seemed to indicate they were leaning toward denying the request because of the complications it would cause, the loss of revenue and the intent of the owner-occupied exemption.

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Doyle clarified the procedures of the county’s tornado sirens and questions he’s received about an “all clear” alert. “There is no all clear signal, and there is nowhere in the state that uses one because of the liability associated with it if something were to happen after one was used,” Doyle said.

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Smooth driving ahead

Hennepin approves road work By Dave Cook

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The Standard Library and the Putnam County Community Center recently hosted an afternoon program on the history and construction of bagpipes. Professional piper J. Kevin Chapman presented information on the construction, history, associated regalia and the many styles of bagpipes. More than just an instrument of the United Kingdom, Chapman showed how the different styles have evolved throughout the centuries in Europe and beyond.

Ready to help: PCCC welcomes new outreach worker By Dave Cook

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STANDARD — As the weather begins to warm, Putnam County residents may receive a friendly visit from the Putnam County Community Center’s new outreach worker and learn about the many services the center can provide.

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one visit usually done in the home. Potential clients, or their caregivers, are identified and encouraged to use the existing services and benefits. If residents aren’t 60 or older, Holst will have a short conversation to describe what the center does for the community. Some of the things the outreach worker does for those 60

and older include: • Canvassing door-to-door to seek out and identify hard to reach aging individuals for informational and safety purposes (in case of a disaster or emergency, they can be easily located and checked on).

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Granville resident Janice Holst began working at the center in September, but during the upcoming warmer months, she’ll be canvassing communities door-to-door in order to introduce herself and provide information about services. According to PCCC Director Michelle Slutz, outreach is a one-on-

HENNEPIN — If federal infrastructure funding is approved, Hennepin will be prepared to make High Street a smooth drive for residents. Acknowledging that “shovel ready” projects are more likely to be approved for grants, the village board approved $40,875 for the design work and associated fees to improve High Street during the March 15 board meeting. Village engineer Bill Shafer said it would take two to three months to complete the plans and surveying work to improve High Street from Fifth Street to Route 26. The board also approved the street committee’s recommendations for this year’s repairs totaling $77,300 — $26,000 will come from the motor fuel tax fund, $33,000 from the road fund and the remaining amount will be paid out of the general fund. Also at the meeting, Larry Brown presented the board with the village zoning report. “There wasn’t much growth this year. There were no homes built; it was mainly sheds and fences,” Brown said, adding there was $136,500 spent on construction within the village.

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Driving From Page 1A Village President Kevin Coleman requested permission to re-write the village’s regulations regarding fences, and the board approved. He wanted to add PVC as an approved fencing material

Editor’s note: The following press release was received by the Putnam County Record. Jay K. McCracken, recently retired Putnam County C.U.S.D. 535 superintendent, has filed his petitions to run for the Illinois Valley Community College Board of Trustees. His long tenure in education includes service at Henry-Senachwine Schools, LaSalle Elementary, the LaSalle and Marshall, Putnam, Woodford Regional Offices of Education, and the Putnam County Schools. His extensive educational background provides a strong foundation to support his next goal of serving the IVCC District. Throughout his educational service, McCracken has recognized the need to serve students and their families first. His dedicated and focused desire to provide the best possible education for all students will remain a priority in this new endeavor, if elected to the IVCC Board.

Highlighted in this goal is the commitment to diversified curriculum offerings, including the recently established agricultural program at IVCC. Secondly, he has identified fiscal responsibility to taxpayers as one of his priorities if elected. He has demonstrated a strong commitment to the taxpayers, as he worked cohesively with the board of education, administration, and staff to ensure fiscal responsibility remained a focus in the Putnam County Schools, resulting in strong fund balances and balanced budgets. His third priority centers on his experience in collaborative teamwork to accomplish goals. He recognizes the need to work together to achieve results, even during times in which board members may not agree on a specific topic. As superintendent, McCracken was honored to be recognized by his colleagues as an IASA Superintendent of Dis-

tinction in the Starved Rock Region in 2016. He is currently the chairman of the board of the Starved Rock Country Community Foundation. His past accomplishments include serving as the mayor of Henry and a member of the Marshall County Board. He was identified as one of the Top 100 leaders in small town government in the nation during his tenure as mayor. With the increasing demands placed on all educational entities in our state, it is crucial to elect the most prepared individuals to meet the needs of our students and communities. McCracken’s record indicates he is prepared for the challenges that lie ahead. McCracken stated, “If elected, I look forward to working with the very qualified board, administration and staff at Illinois Valley Community College, and I respectfully ask for your consideration during this upcoming election.”

Hennepin steel mill sold By Dave Cook

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HENNEPIN — The long dormant steel mill in Hennepin has a new owner, Hennepin Industrial Development LLC. IPS Steel LLC, who bought the property in 2014, sold it for the sum of $5 million on March 2, according to mortgage documents obtained by The Putnam County Record. IPS is listed in the documents as the lender. They name William Marino as the manager of the Hennepin Industrial Development LLC. Its address is listed as 4117 N. Lowell Ave. in Chicago, a single-family home. The documents also list Chicago real estate attorney John R. Joyce of the law firm Roetzel and Andress. Joyce could not be reached for comment.

Outreach From Page 1A • Informing persons, or caregivers, of available benefits and services. • Encouraging the aging population to participate in senior programs offered by PCCC. • Assisting the aging population in gaining access to needed services. • Conducting follow-up activities/phone calls to determine whether services have been received and needs have been met following referrals • Providing client advocacy to secure needed benefits • Providing community presentations which link the aging population to needed services and benefits Holst will be touring the county during the warmer months and will have identification on herself and her car. Some of the area’s residents may already have met her, since she started in September; if so, please kindly let her know you have already spoken

and another regulation stipulating a fence must be constructed out of a single approved material. “I’m not talking about someone who has a wooden fence in their backyard and a wrought iron fence in their front yard. What I don’t want to see is where one section is chain link and the next section is wood and another sec-

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Janice Holst is Putnam County Community Center’s new outreach worker. As the weather continues to warm, she’ll begin visiting door-to-door with county residents in order to inform them of the many services the center provides. to her. For more information or if you know anyone who can benefit tion is something else ... patchwork fences,” Coleman said. The board also approved the addition of a new regulation requiring a survey be completed for fencing along property lines. The board approved $4,000 to purchase approximately 200 cubic yards of Fibar for the playgrounds at both parks and an

from the center’s services, call 815-339-2711 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Monday through Friday,

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additional $860 to replace the broken slide at Walter Durley Boyle Park. They also announced the lawns at the parks will be rolled by the end of the month. Trustee Quentin Buffington reported he’s in discussion with Ameren about the electrical improvements being made to the village parks.

The board approved $100 donations to the Area 16 Special Olympics and the YMCA Dolphins swim team and a $300 donation to the Afterglow PCHS post-prom event. The meeting ended on a celebratory note as all present signed a card wishing Dorothy Grivetti, who is Buffington’s grandmother, a happy 90th birthday.

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Stevenson announces candidacy for IVCC Board Editor’s note: The following press release was received by the Putnam County Record. Angela M. “Angie” Stevenson of Ottawa has announced her candidacy for IVCC’s Board of Trustee election on Tuesday, April 4. Stevenson is co-owner and operator of Stevenson Transfer, a household and commercial moving and storage company with a distribution warehouse located in Ottawa. Stevenson is married to Mike Stevenson, a lifelong Ottawan. Together they have two children, 17-year-old Jack and 14-year-old Bridget, both students

at Ottawa Township High School. When asked why she is running as IVCC trustee, Stevenson said it’s a simple three-part answer. “As a businesswoman in our community, I recognize the value of IVCC to the Illinois Valley, and as a mother of two teenagers who will be selecting colleges in the near future, I am personally invested in ensuring quality higher learning options for all students in our community. Finally, I have the time, energy and motivation required to devote to and participate in the IVCC Board of Trustees.” If elected, Stevenson promises to lis-

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While they are funding the general state aid, they’re behind in the categorically-mandated payments. Putnam County is owed approximately half a millions dollars,” Dvorak said. He also spoke of the fact fewer people are entering the teaching profession and the need to develop ways to make the Putnam County School District more attractive to highly-qualified candidates. He also mentioned the challenge districts are now facing after the changes to the substitute teacher program requiring licensing rather than certification. In other board news • Pat Sloan, Putnam County highway engineer said scheduled road work is anticipated to begin on May 1. • The board heard a request from Eric Siembab, of B&E Fireworks to obtain a permit to sell fireworks at the intersection of routes 71 and 89. The board discussed the changes previously made to the intersection’s layout in order to keep people from parking there for safety concerns. The board determined the area wasn’t within their jurisdiction, and that it’s under the state’s control.

From Page 1A He said once he receives information from weather services warranting the activation of the tornado siren, they’re activated throughout the county because of its small size. Doyle added it’s also likely nearly everyone has access to a cell phone or someone who does, and residents are likely receiving the same information and alerts as the sheriff’s office. He also encouraged people to use their best judgment during severe weather.

Education Christopher Dvorak, regional superintendent for the Regional Office of Education, was at the meeting to present the board with its annual report. He said his office was continuing to lobby the state on behalf of the local school districts in regards to the lack of funding being provided. “The state may say they’re providing full funding, but they’re not.

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Youth Service Bureau is looking for foster parents The Youth Service Bureau is in need of foster parents who are willing to open their hearts and homes to children in need. Two informational meetings will be held from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 23 — at the main Youth Service Bureau office at 424 W. Madison St. in Ottawa, and the second at the Youth Service Bureau Aurora office located at 1700 N. Farnsworth Ave., Suite 18, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. If you would like more information about the meetings or becoming a foster parent, call Kelley Lumpkin at 630-8206303, ext. 114, or by email at KelleyL@ysbiv.org; or call Jami Valenzuela at 815-431-3031 or by email at Jami@ysbiv.org. More information on foster care is available at www.ysbiv.org.

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IVCC candidates forum today OGLESBY — Candidates for election to the Illinois Valley Community College Board of Trustees will participate in a forum at noon Wednesday, March 22, in CTC124 of the Peter Miller Community Technology Center. The four candidates seeking three open seats in the April 4 election are incumbent David Mallery of Hennepin, Jay McCracken of Hennepin, Angela Stevenson of Ottawa and Francis “Frank” Zeller of Peru. The public is welcome to attend the event sponsored by IVCC’s Student Government Association, IV Leader, College Democrats and Women’s History Month. For information, call Mike Phillips at 815-224-0394.

Putnam sheriff investigates alleged kidnapping The Putnam County Sheriff’s Department and the Illinois State Police are currently investigating an alleged kidnapping that occurred from a residence on 10th Street in Hennepin in the early morning hours of Sunday, March 12. The sheriff would like it noted this situation is an isolated domestic incident, and the public is not considered to be in danger. The victim was discovered along a roadway in Kendall County on March 12 and was taken to the hospital for non-life threatening injuries sustained during the ordeal. Persons of interest were developed during the course of the investigation, and on March

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Panel discussion focuses on future of Rural Health Care

Annette Schnabel, president/ CEO of Perry Memorial Hospital

PRINCETON — As Congress debates dismantling the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and passing new health care legislation, many Americans are concerned about how potential changes in the law would affect them, their families, and their communities. Three local health care experts will address these concerns in a one-hour panel discussion titled, “The Future of Health Care in the Heart-

land,� from 5 to 6 p.m. Thursday, March 23, at the Princeton Public Library. The panelists will be Annette Schnabel, president/CEO of Perry Memorial Hospital in Princeton; Dr. Gregg Davis, Princeton physician and chief medical officer of the Illinois Rural Community Care Organization (IRCCO); and Pat Schou, executive director of the Illinois Critical Access Hospital Network and of the IRCCO. Deb

Attention: All teenagers! PRINCETON — Teenagers are invited to attend a peer mentoring leadership event. Mark your calendars for BP Power’s “Reaching Common Ground with Mental Health� awareness event on March 24 at the Bureau County Metro Center from 6 to 10 p.m. BP Power is a youth coalition that exists to raise awareness of drug and alcohol abuse led by anti-substance abuse teen advocates and leaders in partnership with CPASA (Community Partners Against Substance Abuse) for fellow teens in Bureau and Putnam counties. Please join BP Power and MTV’s “Made� Teen Life Coach Jeff Yalden to discuss and learn how to help yourself and others with issues of depression, anxiety, self-harm and suicide prevention in an upbeat and interactive way. Although these issues may seem dreary, Yalden promises he not only will make you think, but also laugh and enjoy yourself. It is time to raise awareness and decrease the stigma of mental health. The doors will open at 5:30 p.m. for registration. The program will begin at 6 p.m. with a free Jimmy John’s dinner. Feel free to invite your friends (Grades 8-12) to attend this event with you. It is not so scary when you realize, you are not alone. Check out the event on Facebook “Reaching Common Ground with Mental Health.� If you could please RSVP and PM or comment your T-shirt size, it would be greatly appreciated. If you have any questions, contact CPASA at infor@cpasa.org or 815872-5091.

Roush, who works as an ACA navigator assisting people in signing up for the ACA, will be the panel moderator. The panel will discuss what changes in the health care law may mean for people in rural Illinois. How would health care delivery, affordability, and hospital access be affected by changes to or the repeal of the Affordable Care Act? What would the effect be on our local economy? What

would the effect be on families, young people, older residents, and people with disabilities in our area? When asked recently, on the National Public Radio program “On Point,� about the possible repeal and replacement of the ACA, Schnabel commented, “That’s obviously a concern for us because we have a higher Medicare and Medicaid population – we have an older population in the rural area

and also a lower income population — so that makes more people dependent on those two programs. As I look at the ACA and the potential repeal of it, there’s potential impact on our residents having coverage.� Voices from the Prairie, a local grassroots citizens’ movement that promotes the importance of a well-informed, involved citizenry, is the sponsor of the March 23 panel discussion.

Health department releases February inspection scores The Bureau/Putnam County Health Department makes routine and unannounced visits each month to various food service establishments in Bureau and Putnam counties to inspect the operations. Health inspectors use an identical scorecard at each facility, where they check for health code compliance in 45 areas. Each area carries a rating from one to five, with five being the most critical. Inspectors check the entire operations of the facility in 14 different categories, such as food protection, personnel, and garbage and refuse disposal. Beginning with a score of 100 points, the health inspector deducts one to five points for every violation. The final total is the facility’s inspection report score. A passing food inspection score is 65 or above. At 65, the Bureau/Putnam County ordinance allows the health depart-

ment to close an establishment, but a score doesn’t have to be that low for the department to close it. It depends on the number of critical and non-critical violations and the type of violations. Certain combinations can create a domino effect for food borne outbreaks. All inspection reports are a matter of public record and can be seen at the Bureau County Health Department in Princeton.

Bureau County food service evaluations Princeton Culver’s 95 Los Ranchitos 83 Pizza Hut 96 Skoonerz 93 Spring Valley Alfano’s 89

El Real Taco 80 Las Palmas 78 Spring Valley Mini Market 87 Spring Valley Super Market Food Service 95 Valley Bar and Grill 85 Spring Valley Super Market Retail 93 Walnut Walnut Cafe and Bar 84 Wyanet Ecky’s Tap 97

Putnam County food service evaluations Granville Putnam County High School 98 Putnam County Primary School 96 All evaluations conducted Feb. 1 through Feb. 28

PMH acquires general surgery practice PRINCETON — Perry Memorial Hospital is announcing the hospital recently signed an agreement to acquire Dr. Mark Williams’ general surgery practice Dr. Williams has provided services to the community for 10 years and will continue to be Perry Memorial Hospital’s pri-

mary full-time general surgeon. The official acquisition date was Feb. 20, at which time the clinic became the Perry Memorial General Surgery Clinic. Dr. Mukund Godbole will be integrated into this clinic as well. Annette Schnabel, president/CEO, commented, “We

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Mary Vignali

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GRANVILLE — Mary L. Vignali, 93, of Granville passed away at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, March 18, 2017, in her home. Mary was born March 3, 1924, in Mark (Monkey’s Nest) at home to Frank and Anna (Ghibellini) Vaini. She graduated from Mark Grade School and Hopkins High School, Mary Class of 1942, along with her high school Vignali sweetheart, Charles “Chuck” Vignali, who she married in Waco, Texas, on Nov. 19, 1944. Mary was employed by Samsels Company in Spring Valley during Charles’ deployment in the Army during World War II. After the war they started a business together in Spring Valley known to all as The Western Tire & Auto Store. For 48 years they sold and repaired Motorola televisions, automotive parts and accessories, house paint and hardware. Mary will always be remembered as “The Answer Lady” behind the counter who knew just about everything about auto parts and accessories. Survivors include her son and caregiver, Craig Vignali, with whom she made her home with in Granville; her niece, who was like a daughter to her, Judy (Vaini) Norton of Ottawa; two grandchildren, Leisha (Vignali) Owens of Henry and Desa Rae (Vignali) Fowler of Rutland; four great-grandchildren; and eight nieces and nephews. Mary was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Charles, in 1984; one daughter, Corliss (Vignali) Cross; and four brothers, Lawrence, Abby, Row and Tutto Vaini. As per Mary’s wishes, cremation rites will be accorded and there will be no services. Inurnment will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery in LaSalle. The Helmer-Shields Funeral Home in Granville is assisting with arrangements.

GRANVILLE — Elaine M. McClenning, 70, of Granville died Saturday, March 18, 2017, at St. Joseph Nursing Home in Lacon. Elaine was born Oct. 30, 1946, in Spring Valley to Richard and Cecila (Merdian) Schafer. She graduated from John Swaney High School. Elaine was a homemaker and also worked as a waitress and cook. Survivors include three sons, John Ahlstrom of Granville, Jim Ahlstrom of Granville and Bob Ahlstrom of Peru; two daughters, Jessica McClenning of Lacon and Gina Casey of Granville; 10 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and one son, Richie Ahlstrom, on Feb. 16, 1998. A gathering of family and friends will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, March 23, at the Dysart-Cofoid Funeral Chapel in Granville. Cremation rites have been accorded. Burial will be in the Henry Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the donor’s choice. Online condolences may be made to her family at www.dcfunerals.com.

Cruz arrested on heroin felony Justin P. Cruz, 30, homeless with a last known address of Peru, was arrested at 2 p.m. March 16 in 100 block of Fourth Street in LaSalle. Members of the Peru Police Department Special Investigations Unit (SIU), assisted by patrol officers from Peru and LaSalle police departments arrested Cruz, the result of a continuing effort to target heroin distribution and use in the

Illinois Valley area. With the assistance of the LaSalle County State’s Attorney’s office, SIU detectives secured a two-count arrest warrant against Cruz for the Class 4 felony charge of unlawful possession of a controlled substance (heroin), alleging in November of 2016 and in early March of this year he possessed heroin while in Peru. He was taken to the LaSalle County jail on a $10,000 bond.

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Putnam County Sheriff Arrests

At 11:19 p.m. on March 13, the Putnam County Sheriff’s Department arrested and charged Michael T. Murphy Jr., 38, of Peru with driving suspended and operation of an uninsured motor vehicle following a traffic stop in Magnolia Township. Murphy was released on a notice to appear and given a Putnam County Court date. At midnight on March 14, the Putnam County Sheriff’s Department arrested and charged Cristionne D. Cutler, 31, of Peru with driving suspended and operation of an uninsured motor vehicle following a traffic stop in Magnolia Township. Cutler was released on a notice to appear and given a Putnam County Court date.

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At 2:56 p.m. on March 16, the Putnam Coun-

ty Sheriff’s Department responded to a two-vehicle accident on Route 89 at Greenhouse Avenue in Granville Township. A vehicle driven by David P. Urnikis, 64, of Granville was attempting to turn left onto Greenhouse Avenue from Route 89. A vehicle driven by Chelsey C. Frawley, 22, of LaSalle was northbound on Route 89 and attempted to pass Urnikis’ vehicle at the intersection. Both Frawley and Urnikis refused medical treatment. The Putnam County Sheriff’s Department was assisted by the Standard Fire Department and PCEMS. Frawley was charged with improper passing at an intersection, driving under the influence of alcohol, DUI .08 or more, and no insurance. Frawley was released on a notice to appear and given a Putnam County Court date.

The following property transfers were recently recorded in the office of the Putnam County Recorder of Deeds. Feb. 10 Diane J. Holocker Kuhne, Floyd Bernard Holocker Jr. and Mary Lynn Holocker to George E. Ingersoll; two parcels; $115,000. Feb. 14 David S. O’Boyle, as first successor trustee to James H. Sale Jr.; one parcel; $197,000. Feb. 16 Putnam County, as trustee to Thomas J. Farmer; Lot 585, Lake Thunderbird Hills 3; exempt. Putnam County, as trustee to Thomas J. Farmer; Lot 285, Lake Thunderbird Woods; exempt. Louis M. Kaczmarek and Shirley A. Kaczmarek, as trustees to Robert K. Reising and Kyla J. Reising, as co-trustees; Lot

502, Lake Thunderbird Woods 3; $262,500. Feb. 24 Gary Lee Boone to Gary Lee Boone and Katrina Boone; one parcel; exempt. Merle R. Norris and Darlene Norris to Darlene Norris; two parcels; exempt. Feb. 27 Fannie Mae, a/k/a Federal National Mortgage Association, to Agrihunt Farms LLC; Lot 53, Lake Thunderbird Hills; $57,000. David R. Armel, Gina M. Armel, and Robert McMahon to Clayton Kasperski; two parcels; $241,400. Feb. 28 James A. King and Gladys J. King, as trustees to John Kraft; one parcel; exempt. James A. King and Gladys J. King, as trustees to Melody Kinkade; one parcel; exempt.

Tri-DENT arrests Marseilles man James R. Roe, 34, of Marseilles was charged with the Class 4 felony of unlawful possession of a controlled substance (soboxone) after being arrested by the Tri-County Drug Enforcement Narcotics Team (Tri-DENT) with the assistance of the LaSalle County Sheriff’s Office Tactical Response Team (TRT) at 5:02 a.m. March 7. The teams executed a search warrant at 671 Second Ave. in Marseilles following an investigation into illegal narcotic

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6A • The Putnam County Record • Wednesday, March 22, 2017

The Editorial Page Observations From The Field of Dreams Sam R Fisher

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I think it’s over I grew up in Illinois, and like many others, I have memories of winters with much more snow. Since moving back almost 10 years ago, I’ve noticed each winter is distinctive and transitions into spring in its own Dave way. Cook We’ve only had one small blizzard COMMENTARY in those years, and it was nothing like what I remember from childhood. I’ve considered that perhaps it’s a warped perspective, and it seemed like so much more, since I was a few feet shorter then. But after looking at old photos, there was definitely a lot of snow in 1977. I’m certainly not complaining; shoveling snow is one of my least favorite activities. Other than that, I don’t really mind it. Snow is part of winter, and it feels appropriate to have those mornings where you wake up and look out the window to see a glittering, pristine layer of snow over everything. I also enjoy the anticipation of a heavy snow arriving in the afternoon and watching everyone frantically buying bread, milk and beer. While snow is the most commonly associated aspect of winter, ice and wind chill factors are its evil siblings. I’m sure everyone can sympathize with someone losing their footing on a patch of ice and painfully slamming into the ground. A bitter, sub-zero wind cutting through every layer of clothing and stinging exposed skin isn’t any fun either. Many will happily go outside and enjoy a pretty, snowy day, but few enjoy a deep cold. There’s only one member of my family who enjoys it when it’s ridiculously cold. A few years ago, when we had sub-zero temperatures for almost two straight weeks, my big dog, Jupiter, was as happy as he could be. One late evening the wind chill had dropped to more than 40 degrees below zero. I wanted to experience that level of cold, so I bundled up and took along the only one I knew who’d be up for accompanying me. As we walked through the yard, there was no denying it was dangerously cold. I turned to see how Jupiter was reacting, and I couldn’t help but laugh to see his reaction was the opposite of what I expected. Rather than lifting his feet and tucking his tail, it was wagging as he moaned and stretched with his nose in the wind. He may have been relishing it and ready to go for a long walk and some playtime in the snow, but it wasn’t long before I was ready to head back to where it was warm. After that winter they’ve thankfully been increasingly mild. This year especially hasn’t been very winter-like. The few instances of light snow or cold were spaced between long stretches of weirdly warm weather. It was early to mid-February when I noticed peonies poking out of the ground. Mulch was added for protection, but soon everything in the garden was reaching for the sun. It was tempting to remove last autumn’s leaves, but I suppose this last week or two shows it was a wise decision to leave things covered. It was hard to swing back into winter after so many warm spring days and to return to heavy sweaters after eagerly packing them away, but I’m hopeful this was the last visit from Old Man Winter, at least for several months anyway. Each winter may be unique, but regardless of the severity, by the time we reach this page of the calendar we’re all ready for spring and are glad to have arrived on the other side of winter. Nothing in the garden was affected by this last blast of cold and snow, and the daffodils look like they’ll be blooming soon. I’m sure I’m not the only one who is anxious to smell this year’s flowers and to see and hear this year’s group of spring babies. PCR Staff Writer Dave Cook can be reached at dcook@bcrnews.com.

First Amendment “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof, or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press, or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances.” Constitution of the United States, 1789

Why do I farm and collect antique machinery? Moldboard plows and stationary corn shellers remind me of agriculture’s rich heritage. I have tractors that my dad, Walter Seibert Alleman, used to farm with when I was growing up in the 1930s and 1940s. He also had Percheron horses at that time. I could not collect them as much as I wish I could. I have some of the tractors I farmed with in the 1950s and ‘60s. I want to preserve the farming methods of the past. I have horsedrawn plows, planters, mowers, rakes and cultivators like the ones my dad farmed with, and a couple of hand corn shellers, like I used to shell the walnut skins off of the nut. The farm we lived on east and north of McNabb in the 1940s had a large grove of walnut trees on it. I would run the walnuts through our hand corn sheller. Then I would spread the walnuts on newspapers on the basement floor to dry out. Then that winter near Christmas time, I would put them in bushel baskets and sell a bushel for $1.50 each. ••• My dad had a saying when I was with my boy cousins, “One boy, one boy, two boys are a half of boy, and three boys are no boy at all.” He also had this saying, “You have to be smarter than the hog.” I like Trent Griffith and Bart Whitney’s Stone Seed Groups saying,

Darrell Alleman COMMENTARY “We live here, we farm here, we know Illinois.” ••• Here is some history, but I do not know what year this happened. The headlines in the local paper read, “Magnolia Holdup.” Three masked men held up the Magnolia Hotel at 2 in the morning and got away with a lot of cash and jewelry. Harvey Ramage, the owner of the hotel and a traveling salesman, noted Temperance man John Sobieski, were robbed at the point of revolvers. A posse was organized, but the robbers made their escape. ••• When I was in high school at Hopkins High School in Granville during the 1940s, I enjoyed the big band and swing music. I love the music of Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Artie Shaw, Harry James and especially Benny Goodman, who played the clarinet, same as me. Life was safe and simple back then before World War II started. I remember that every boy and man 18 to 65 had to register for the draft at their local post offices after the

Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941. ••• What 1953 hit song included a dog’s bark and was sung by Patti Page? The answer will be at the end of the article. ••• Signs to restrooms always have men to the left, and women are always to the right because women are always “right.” “It takes a woman 20 years to make a man of her son, and another woman takes 20 minutes to make a complete fool of him.” — Helen Rowland ••• There are three keys to success -one is to show up, two is to keep up and three is don’t be stupid. These are very simple things that can make such a difference in your life. This makes me think of what my dad taught me about work. He said never get in a hurry around moving machinery, always put the lock on the bean head and corn head before climbing under them. Stay away from the tumbling rod — don’t try to step over it, go around it. ••• Answer to trivia question: “The Doggie in the Window.” It had an occasional bark of a dog. Darrell Alleman can be reached at news@putnamcountyrecord.com.

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Encouraging 100 percent participation To the Editor, To prom parents: All high school parents want their kids to enjoy prom and stay safe! Rotary is on your side, again sponsoring the Post-Prom Afterglow, so that our PCHS students can extend the enjoyment and excitement of their prom night safely on April 22 – and it’s totally free for all PCHS students and their dates -- even including those juniors and seniors who do not plan to attend Prom. We need your help in encouraging your student to attend, in discouraging any parties that would compete with the Afterglow, and in allowing your student to stay to the prize-winning end. Our hope is that through 100 percent participation, our community can help ensure a safe, fun and memorable prom experience for us all. This year’s Afterglow “Carnival” experience will again include carnival games, a bags tournament, and a

mock casino in which students will use play money, gathering their winnings for use in an auction for valuable prizes at the end of the night. The event will begin immediately following the PCHS prom on Saturday, April 22, lasting until 2:30 a.m. at the PC Primary School Gym in Granville. Many generous businesses, municipalities and individuals in our county have donated with the goal of encouraging a safe and enjoyable prom night. With their support we are able to offer a great party, and great prizes to be won throughout the event. Prizes include a television, a FitBit, an action camera, a graphic tablet, an Amazon Echo-Dot, a dorm-sized microwave and freezer-fridge, an HP wi-fi printer, restaurant and shopping gift certificates, Keurig coffee-maker, a Fire TV stick for video streaming, and many other prizes too. Some gifts are auctioned off at the end of the night, while other items

are given by raffle drawings, so that all who are present have a chance to win valuable prizes. Every student also will receive a gift Afterglow T-shirt with this year’s theme, if still present at night’s end. There is no cost to the students to attend or for any of the “game chips” or raffle chances. The Afterglow has become a part of the PCHS prom tradition and is something students look forward to each year as an extension of the evening’s festivities. Please help us continue the tradition by encouraging your student’s participation and by allowing them to remain at the Afterglow through the exciting auction and final prize drawings at the end. With your help, we hope for 100 percent participation in this year’s “Carnival” on April 22. Thank you for your support! Randy Borio, PC Rotary President Brandy Sandberg, Afterglow Committee Chair

Pain free I recently was listening to a broadcast about a little girl who had the inability to feel pain. My first impression was that it would be wonderful to be free from the burden of being hurt, but as the story continued, it described the fact this little girl would touch hot things and burn herself. She would break bones without realizing it. She chewed on the inside of her cheeks until she had huge sores. She suffered all the physical trauma but was unaware she was doing it. Her parents had to be on a vigil 24/7/365 because she simply did not know what things were dangerous and could lead to fatal mistakes. She was bandaged and scarred. On the flip side of this ailment, without a sense of touch, she also couldn’t feel the softness of rabbit fur or the pleasure of her mother’s kiss. She didn’t feel the deep pile of carpet beneath her feet or the warm saltiness of the ocean on the beach. She couldn’t feel a whisper of wind

Lori Boekeloo COMMENTARY on her cheek as the warm sun beat down on her face. She missed out on the good feelings too. In looking back over my life, I realized that many times I had gotten to the point where I wouldn’t allow myself to feel the pain anymore. I put up walls. Blocked myself out emotionally from those who would hurt me, physically, mentally and emotionally. I was still getting hurt and engaging in hurtful behaviors, I just didn’t realize the consequences — even though I still suffered them on some level. In doing so, I also missed out on love. I skipped over affection in search of safety. I toughened my

skin, my heart and my mind until nothing could penetrate; but being bulletproof also meant loneliness. Being impenetrable was impossible, but I thought I was protected. Once God entered my life, and offered me His full body armor, I realized I didn’t need my own anymore. He provided me with all of the protection I needed. Slowly, I began to feel again. It’s not to say I don’t still experience pain, but when I do, God is right there with a Band-Aid, the Bactine and a magic kiss that makes all the pain go away. The beauty of this situation is that now I am flooded generously with laughter and smiles and warm, fuzzy feelings, so even the worst of boo-boos don’t seem to hurt as much. 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.

Wednesday, March 22, 2017 • The Putnam County Record • 7A

Sports Lori’s Walleye Run SPRING VALLEY — Lori’s 31st annual Walleye Run will take place Saturday, March 25, starting at 9 a.m. at Hall High School. Entry fee is $30 through and including race day. Make checks payable to Spring Valley Walleye Club and mail to Walleye Run, 407 W. Dakota, St., Spring Valley, IL, 61362. Packet pick-up is available between PCR photos/Shannon Jenkins noon to 5 p.m. Friday, March 24, at Creative Apparel, 407 W. Dakota St., Spring Valley. Race day registration, Above, Putnam County’s Katrien Holocker, Emma Cyr, Emily Walker and Lindsey DiazDeLeon and right, Putnam County’s Noe Flores and Dom Green get ready for their first indoor meet of the year on Saturday, March 25, at Horton Fieldhouse at Illinois State University. packet pick-up is available from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. at Hall High School.

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Sports banquet honors teams GRANVILLE — The sports banquet for winter teams at Putnam County High School was recently held. Teams honored were Scholastic Bowl, wrestling, Panteras, and cheer squads.

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Kazia Holmstrom was awarded the sportsmanship award for the cheer squad at the Putnam County High School sports banquet.

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Joseph Mecagni of the boys wrestling team received the sportsmanship award at the Putnam County High School sports banquet.

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SPRINGFIELD – The 2017 Illinois Spring Trout Fishing Season opens on Saturday, April 1, at 52 ponds, lakes and streams throughout the state. Fly fishing anglers can use fly fishing gear to catch and release trout at the nine selected sites. No trout may be kept during the fly fishing-only period, but anglers can keep trout after the opening of the regular season beginning April 1. The Illinois Catchable Trout Program is funded by those who use the program through the sale of Inland Trout Stamps. The IDNR stocks more than 80,000 rainbow trout each year in bodies of water where trout fishing is permitted during the spring season, and an addiPCR photo/Shannon Jenkins Madi Keegan received the sportsmanship award for the Scholastic Bowl at the Putnam tional 80,000 trout for the fall season. No trout may be taken from any of County High School sports banquet. the stocked sites from March 15 until the Spring Trout Season opens at 5

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Community Pancake and sausage breakfast set for April 2 HENNEPIN — The Hennepin Relay for Life team will hold its annual pancake and sausage breakfast from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, April 2, at The County Shop restaurant in Hennepin. This all-you-can-eat breakfast will include Cindy’s famous pancakes, sausage, applesauce and

beverage. Tickets are $8 for adults, $4 for ages 12 and under with preschool children free. All proceeds will go toward the team’s total for the American Cancer Society’s annual Relay for Life event at the Henry-Senachwine High School track in June.

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STANDARD — Do you ever wonder what the Hotel Kaskaskia was like in its prime? Lois Humpage, a 38-year employee of the infamous hotel, will be at the Putnam County Community Center in Standard on Tuesday, March 28, recounting her time there. Open to the public, the program will begin at 12:30

p.m. with free dessert, coffee and tea served. Lunch will be served prior to the program at 11:30 a.m. Meals are available to those 60-plus at no cost, however there is a suggested donation of $5. Meals are available for those under 60 for $7. To make a lunch reservation, call 815-339-2711 by noon the day before.

PCES students vote for their favorite 2017 Rebecca Caudill book HENNEPIN — Thirteen Putnam County Elementary fifth-graders gathered to vote for their favorite 2017 Rebecca Caudill title on Feb. 28. Students have been participating in the Rebecca Caudill Young Readers’ Book Award this school year, selecting books to read from the 20 nominees. To be eligible to attend the party, students had to read at least three titles from the list, pass the Accelerated Reader quiz for the book, and complete a worksheet detailing elements of the book. Stu-

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Fish fry fundraiser PERU — The Lady Bruins softball team will host a Lenten fish fry fundraiser from 4:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, March 31, at the LaSalle VFW. Tickets are $8 each

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Sun Foundation continues support for Festival 56 PRINCETON — The Princeton Theatre Group announced the Sun Foundation has recently authorized 2017 grants to both Festival 56 and Camp 56. Festival 56 will receive support for its free production of “The Comedy of Errors,” to be performed in Princeton’s Soldiers and Sailors Park on Wednesday and Sunday evenings in July. The second grant will provide support to Camp 56, a two-week theatre summer day camp, offered by Learning Stage, the education committee of Princeton Theatre Group. The Sun Foundation’s “Community Arts Access Regranting Program” has made these grants possible. The regranting program is funded by a

grant from the Illinois Arts Council, a state agency with funds from the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency. A matching 25 percent of the 2017 grant money was given by local donors, Kinji Akagawa, Mary Child, Eureka Savings Bank, Hallmark Metamora Fixtures, First National Bank of Lacon, Keith Kostelecky, Marc Decker, Rome Industries, and Jim and Sue Weber. The 2017 grants were dispersed through Marshall, Stark, Bureau, and Woodford counties. “Because of the generosity of our foundation, corporate and individual supporters, Festival 56 will be able to offer our 14th season of free Shakespeare in Soldiers and Sail-

ors Park,” said Shannon Hill, the Festival’s artistic director. Amber Harper, Princeton Theatre Group board member and Learning Stage committee member, added her thanks to the Sun Foundation: “We are grateful the foundation has continued to support Camp 56. The camp program gives area youth ages 8-18 the opportunity to have a firsthand experience in the theater arts — whether it’s learning about costuming, makeup and set design, conferring with Festival 56 cast and crew, or appearing on stage in a full Festival 56 production.” For further information about Festival 56 and Camp 56, visit www. festival56.com.

Annual dinner and program planned HENNEPIN — The Putnam County Historical Society will hold its annual dinner and program at the new Society Meeting House, 403 Old Hwy. 26 in Hennepin, at 6 p.m. Saturday, April 1. Victor Gensini, associate professor of earth sciences at the College of DuPage, will share his knowledge of tornados and the current research on storm prediction. He was born and

raised in Putnam County and was a student at Putnam County High School when the tornado hit Granville on April 20, 2004. This event inspired his interest in studying severe weather events. As a meteorologist, he has been involved in improving the understanding of the conditions that produce tornados and the ability to provide advance warning. Everyone is invited to attend. A din-

ner of turkey and ham will be served at 6 p.m. followed by the program at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased from any board member (Dick Ashdown, Karen Bailey, Gary Boggio, Sue Bruch, Sue Campbell, Teresa Clausen, Darlene Cofoid, Will Duke, Sheila Haage, Kevin Kunkel, Lonna Nauman and Sid Whitaker), at any of the banks in the county or by calling 815-303-5104.

Scholarships available Starved Rock Country Community Foundation OTTAWA — Through the generosity of local donors who care deeply about the advanced education of local youth, the Starved Rock Country Community Foundation is pleased to award a $5,000 scholarships in April 2017. The Carol and Dick Janko Scholarship was created specifically for recent and upcoming high school graduates who are enrolled in an accredited university or college for the fall 2017 semester, and who can demonstrate recent studies or work-related activities focused on entrepreneurship. The scholarship

reflects the Janko’s lifelong commitment to youth, education, economic development and philanthropy, and offers a significant financial opportunity to the recipient. Applications for this scholarship are available at all high schools in LaSalle, Livingston, Bureau and Putnam counties, and on the foundation website at www. srccf.org. Winners will be selected by the scholarship committee of the Starved Rock Country Community Foundation after a thorough review of all appropriate and complete scholarship applications. The application deadline for the scholarship is March 31. For more information, call the foundation office at 815-252-2906.

Shofner’s Whitetail Challenge LACON — Shofner’s Whitetail Challenge will offer a $500 one-time scholarship available to high school seniors pursuing a higher education at an accredited institution. Potential candidates must have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale and attend Henry-Senachwine, Midland or Putnam County school districts. Applications must be received no later than Friday, March 31. For more information on application criteria consult your student counselor or visit shofnerswhitetailchallenge.com.

Births Announced Palmieri Jeff and Leanne (Acosta) Palmieri of McNabb are the parents of a son born March 8 at St. Margaret’s Hospital in Spring Valley.

Pearson Ward Pearson and Brianna Briddick of Peru are the parents of a son born March 9 at St. Margaret’s Hospital in Spring Valley.

Menus Putnam County Schools Breakfast March 27 — Sausage and toast or cereal and toast, fruit, juice, milk. March 28 — Breakfast slider or cereal, gogurt, fruit, juice, milk. March 29 — Funnel cake or cereal, cheese stick, fruit, juice, milk. March 30 — Scrambled eggs and toast or cereal and toast, fruit, juice, milk. March 31 — Breakfast bar or cereal, yogurt, fruit, juice, milk. Lunch March 27 — Tacos in a bag with cheese, lettuce, tomato, salsa and sour cream, muffin, hot apple slices, milk. March 28 — Junior high/high school - salad bar, elementary/primary - grilled chicken on bun, yogurt, peaches, milk. March 29 — French toast, sausage, hash browns, applesauce, milk. March 30 — Pork chop, mashed potatoes, dinner roll, mixed fruit, milk. March 31 — Grilled cheese sandwich, tomato soup, veggie sticks with dip, pineapple, milk.

Putnam County Community Center March 27 — Pork chop, baked beans, baked potato, mixed fruit. March 28 — Barbecue on bun, coleslaw, baked beans, fruit, dessert. March 29 — Baked chicken, mashed potatoes with gravy, scalloped corn, strawberries. March 30 — Baked mostaccioli, tossed salad with toppings, garlic bread, dessert, oranges. March 31 — Sweet sour pork with oriental vegetables, brown rice, green beans, peaches. 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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Ellis Paul will perform March 25 at Princeton Coffeehouse PRINCETON — Celebrating 25 years of touring, singer/songwriter Ellis Paul will perform at the Princeton Coffeehouse at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 25. The coffeehouse is located at the Open Prairie United Church of Christ, 25 E. Marion St. in Princeton. Doors open at 7 p.m. Paul has aptly named his 25th anniversary tour “The World Ain’t Slowin’ Down.” That describes Paul as well — traveling across the country, he plays almost 200 live shows a year. Born and raised in Maine, Paul went to Boston College on a track scholarship. After an injury in his junior year, he started playing the guitar and writing songs. He became a key figure in Boston’s folk revival movement in the 1990s. The late Bill Morrissey was one of Paul’s earliest mentors, introducing him to the songwriting of Woody Guthrie and Mississippi John Hurt. Guthrie became an especially important influence on Paul when he took part in musical tributes to America’s most famous troubadour at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1996 and

Ellis Paul in Guthrie’s hometown of Okemah, Oklahoma in 1998. At the invitation of Nora Guthrie, Woody’s daughter, Paul selected “God’s Promise,” one of Guthrie’s many unpublished lyrics, and recorded it in his 2002 release, Speed of Trees. Paul has released 20 albums and garnered 14 Boston Music Awards. An author and teacher, he has also published a book of original lyrics, poems and drawings, along with a DVD that includes a live performance, guitar instruction and a roadtrip documentary. Carrying on a folk music tradition of mentoring other

singer/songwriters, Paul often invites younger performers to open for him. Josh Harty, who hails from Madison, Wis., will open Paul’s show in Princeton. Larry and Deb Lawson and Bob and Peggy Etheridge are the sponsors of the Ellis Paul show. Admission to this month’s coffeehouse is $15. Fair trade coffee, tea and homemade desserts are available for purchase. The coffeehouse offers traditional and modern folk, blues and bluegrass music, monthly August through May. For information, visit www.theprincetoncoffeehouse.com or call 815-8726501.

Chicago Brass Band will perform in Spring Valley on April 2 SPRING VALLEY — Hall High School will present the Chicago Brass Band with the Hall High School Concert Band at 3 p.m. Sunday, April 2, in the Hall High School auditorium. Tickets are $10. They will be available at the door or are available in the school office during school hours. To reserve tickets, call 815664-2100, ext. 143, or email audtickets@hallhighschool502.com. Proceeds will benefit the Hall band and choir programs. The Chicago Brass Band is a 30-piece brass and percussion ensemble formed in 2002 to pro-

tival. The band’s favorite activity, however, remains dazzling audiences in Chicago, one of the world’s premiere cities for brass musicianship. The band has particularly enjoyed recent performances with soloists drawn from the Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s celebrated brass section, including John Hagstrom, Christopher Martin, Mark Ridenour, Charlie Vernon and Gene Pokorny. The international award-winning Chicago Brass Band is a member of the North American Brass Band Association (NABBA).

mote the British brass band tradition with Chicago flair. The band, led by six-time NABBA championship conductor Colin Holman, has celebrated many achievements since its inception; in its first decade, the Chicago Brass Band has won the NABBA Championship, competed in the inaugural World Music Contest 2005 in The Netherlands (and again in 2013), participated in the renowned Whit Friday Marches in England, and twice been a featured ensemble in front of 40,000 brass fans at the Great American Brass Fes-

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IVCC announces winners of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. writing contest OGLESBY — Illinois Valley Community College’s Diversity Team announced seven winners for its 2017 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. writing contest. Although the contest only awards three places, an unprecedented number of entries of extremely high quality resulted in multiple ties for first, second and third place. The team decided to award prizes to all seven of the winners. IVCC Diversity Team chairwoman Amanda Cook Fesperman said, “Awarding seven awards

was the right thing to do. We were really pleased with both the quantity and quality of entries this year, and after the results came in, we felt it was the right thing to do to honor the hard work and important insights into Civil Rights so evident in this year’s entries.” Tied for first are Nicholas Needs of Peru for his essay, “Electing to Choose Justice” and Stephanie Bias of LaSalle for her poem, “To the women that say we don’t need feminism anymore.” Tied for second are Sam Brolley of Otta-

wa for his poem, “The Fruits of My Land,” Lisa Chounard of LaSalle for her poem, “Racism Painted Pretty” and April Jording of Lostant for her untitled narrative essay. Tied for third are Adam Falkenhayn of Princeton for his narrative essay, “Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.” and Jibril Church of LaSalle for his poem, “Seun van Afrika.” The winners read their entries at a public reception at the college on Monday, Feb. 27, in Room C316. The event was free and open to the public; pizza and soda were served.

Health Department offers programs HENNEPIN — The Putnam County Health Department would like to make the public aware of some of the programs that are available to residents.

to women and infants who are Medicaid eligible, WIC eligible or fall within the income guidelines of the program.

Immunizations

WIC WIC stands for Women, Infants and Children. It is a supplemental nutrition program which provides nutrition education, breastfeeding information and healthy foods. These services are available for pregnant women as well as infants and children until the age of 5 years old. Eligibility is based on income and family size.

Family Case Management Family Case Management provides linkage with physicians, referrals to health and social services, health and safety information, immunization scheduling and other services. Available

Vaccinations for infants and children are available. They also have adult vaccines which include, but are not limited to, shingles and pneumonia. Flu vaccine is available seasonally. TB testing is available as well.

Laboratory blood draws Low cost blood draws are offered at discounted prices. A physician’s order is required. The Putnam County Health Department is located at 220 E. High St., Suite 101, in Hennepin. For more information, or to make an appointment, call the health department at 815-925-7326.

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HENNEPIN RIVERSIDE CEMETERY SPRING CLEAN-UP Hennepin Riverside Cemetery Association requests removal of all grave blankets and all other decorations except shepherd’s hooks and baskets that are RIGHT NEXT to or ON the monuments by April 15, 2017. All shepherds’ hooks that are badly bent or rusted need to be removed. No glass vases, jars or breakable containers should be placed in the cemetery. Hennepin Riverside Cemetery Association is not responsible for lost, stolen or weather damaged items. All items not cleared will be removed by the caretakers and discarded. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated. No live plants, bushes, etc. are to be planted at any time. These make it impossible for the caretakers to do their job properly. David Mallery, President SM-PR2652088-0322

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Illinois State Police and American Legion officials prepare for summer youth police program 45th annual American Legion Youth Police Camp accepting teen participants SPRINGFIELD — Officials with the Illinois State Police (ISP) and the American Legion announce plans for the 45th annual American Legion Youth Police Camp (ALYPC). The camp will again be held at the Illinois State Police Academy in Springfield and will run June 25-30. Dozens of teens from across Illinois will discover career opportunities through training with police and military personnel. The primary purpose of the ALYPC is to establish an interactive and positive relationship between Illinois teens and law enforcement officers.

The week-long residency camp is structured to promote educational and learning opportunities for youth ages 14-16 in the areas of law enforcement, military, leadership, cultural diversity, personal development, physical fitness, and social and interpersonal skills. The ALYPC Cadets will be honored at a graduation ceremony on June 30 and will receive a graduation certificate. American Legion volunteers and ISP troopers are assigned to manage the program and serve as instructors and mentors. Many of the American Legion and ISP volunteers are former graduates of the program. “I enjoy being a member of the American Legion for a number of reasons,” said Sangamon County Sheriff Wes Barr. “One, obviously, is what they do for the veterans. But also, it’s because of community

programs like this that reach out to the community and try to make it a better place,” he added. Barr, a member of American Legion Post 32 in Springfield, was the keynote speaker at the 2016 ALYPC graduation ceremony. The American Legion will accept applications until May 26. Teenagers 14-16 are encouraged to apply for and attend the 2017 ALYPC for an enriching experience. For more information about ALYPC, contact Safety, Law and Order Committee Chairman Delmar Buske at 217556-9555 or Illinois State Police Special Agent Melissa Uhles at 618346-3482 or by email to Melissa_ Uhles@isp.state.il.us. Additional information and camp applications are available online at http://www.illegion.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/2017Youth-Police-Brochure.pdf.

Harpist Laural Almquist in concert Concert will be March 31 at the Putnam Christian Church PUTNAM — The Putnam Christian Church will host a concert featuring harpist Laural Almquist at 6 p.m. Friday, March 31. Almquist became interested in the harp when she was only 4 years old. She told her grandma that some-

day she wanted to play “angel wing music.” She began playing at the age of 10. Now, at 17 years of age, she is an accomplished harpist who is in demand for her talents. She has played at many community venues as well as playing for the Scottish American Society of the Quad Cities, minor league baseball games, the Northwoods Community Church and the Celtic Highland Games of the Quad Cities.

Almquist was selected as harpist for the Illinois Music Educators Association Advanced Student Orchestra. She recorded her first CD in 2015 and is currently working on a new CD. Everyone is invited to come and share in this concert. The concert is free and open to the public. A free will offering will be collected. The Putnam Christian Church is located one block west of Route 29 in Putnam. For more information, call Pastor Terry Broady at 815-437-2292.

Ottawa Art League announces workshop OTTAWA — The Ottawa Art League will present a workshop on Saturday, April 22, for those interested in learning about painting watercolor outdoors. The workshop will be taught by Bob Holmes, a professional artist and educator. It will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the shelter at Buffalo Rock State Park if the weather is inclement. Holmes was born and raised in Iowa. He attended the University of Northern Iowa, received a Bachelor of Science in Art Education and moved to Illinois in 1981 to teach middle school art and coach at Geneva. He received a Master of Science in Art Education and a Master of Art in Studio Art with an emphasis in painting from Northern Illinois University. He has attended watercolor workshops with

Sibling class at St. Margaret’s SPRING VALLEY — St. Margaret’s Hospital will hold a Mom’s Special Helper sibling class for soon-to-be big brothers and sisters at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 1, in room 309 on the third floor of the hospital. The class will be conducted through the use of a video, demonstrations and storybook readings. Parents are encouraged to sign up their 3- to 10-year olds for this free class. To register, call 815-664-1345.

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Tom Lynch, Tony Van Hasselt, Tony Couch and Andy Evansen. He retired after teaching for 34 years and now spends his time painting, entering art fairs and competitions. His paintings can be seen and purchased on his website, bholmespaintings. com. He is a member of the Ottawa Art League. He recently had a show of his watercolors at the Prairie Arts Center in Princeton. “En Plein Air” watercolor workshop is limited to 15 artists. The cost per person is $45 for nonOAL members and $35 for members. The closing date for entering is April 12 or when the limit is reached. Artists will be required to furnish their own supplies and a sack lunch. For more information, go to OttawaArtLeague.org and contact Phyllis or email reannap@hotmail.com.

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The winter weight limits on Hennepin Township Roads has been lifted. Normal garbage pickup will resume March 28th.

The garbage dumpster at the Township building will be removed as of March 24th. We wish to thank everyone for their cooperation and patience.

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REAL ESTATE AUCTION The Following Real Estate will be Offered at Public Auction to settle the estate of Arnie and Anne Madson Located at 405 West Main Street in Granville, IL on:

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REAL ESTATE Two Story Four Bedroom Home w/ 2 Car Unattached Garage w/ Attached Workshop & Full Basement. Home has Combination Shingle Roof & Concrete Driveway. Main Floor Consists of Family Room w/ Newer Natural Gas Fireplace, Living/Dining Room, Kitchen, Bedroom & Full Bath; Upstairs Consists of Three Bedrooms & Lg. Built in Hallway Cabinet; Home has Newer Natural Gas Forced Air Furnace (2009), Water Heater (2006) & Central Air. LOT SIZE 65 x 130 LEGAL DESCRIPTION Lot Number Two (2) & the East fifteen (E15) Feet of Lot Number Three (3) in Block Six (6) of Newton H. Colby’s First Addition to the Village of Granville, Situated in Putnam County TERMS FORREAL ESTATE 10% Down the Day of the Sale and theBalance due on or Before 30 Days when Merchantable Title will be furnished. Taxes to be prorated at Closing & Possession at Closing. All Announcements made Day of Sale will Take Precedence over all Previous Printed Matter. Seller Reserves the Right to Reject or Accept any or all Bids. This Sale is Not Contingent on Financing. All Financing Needs to be PreApproved for Closing on or before 30 Days after Day of Sale. Anyone Interested in Viewing Real Estate Please Contact Tom or Mary Tumbleson 815-872-1852. Home being Sold AS IS with No Warranties or Guarantees.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF PUTNAM STATE OF ILLINOIS JUVENILE DIVISION IN THE INTEREST OF) TOBE A. LOHMAN, ) a minor ) Case No. 2017-JD-02 2017-JD-03 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION Joseph R. Lohman and To all Whom It May Concern: Take

notice that on February 3, 2017; a petition was filed under the Juvenile Court Act of 1987 by Christina (Judd) Mennie, State’s Attorney of Putnam County, Illinois, in the Circuit Court of Putnam County entitled; In the Interest of Tobe A. Lohman, A Minor, and that in the courtroom located on the second floor of the Putnam County Courthouse, 120 N. Fourth Street, Hennepin, Illinois,

on March 23, 2017, at 3:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as this cause may be heard, an adjudicatory hearing will be held upon the petition to have the child declared to be a ward of the court under that Act. The Court has authority in this proceeding to take from you the custody and guardianship of the minor. Now unless you appear at the hearing and show cause against the petition, the allegations of the petition

may stand admitted as against you and each of you, and an order or judgment entered. DATED: 2/27/17 /s/Carly R. Neubaum Putnam County Circuit Clerk Deputy Published in the Putnam County Record March 8, 15 and 22, 2017.

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COUNTY CLERK’S OFFICE, P.O. BOX 236, HENNEPIN, IL 61327. BIDS MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M. ON FRIDAY, APRIL 7, 2017. THE COUNTY OF PUTNAM RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY OR ALL BIDS SUBMITTED. DUANE CALBOW, CHAIRMAN PUTNAM COUNTY BOARD Published in the Putnam County Record Mar. 22, 2017.

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February breaks record for warm temperatures in Illinois CHAMPAIGN — All those days with temperatures in the 60s and 70s has paid off: February was the warmest February on record for Illinois, according to State Climatologist Jim Angel at University

of Illinois’ Illinois State Water Survey. The statewide average temperature for February was 40.5 degrees, 9.6 degrees above normal, beating the old record of 40.0 degrees set back in

1998. February was dry too. The statewide average precipitation for February was 0.7 inches, 1.36 inches below normal and the ninth driest February on record.

LASALLE — Eight talented artists from the region will be honored for their lifelong dedication to the arts in Starved Rock Country. OmniArts, an organization dedicated to supporting local artists and art organizations, will host its second annual Omni Honors Awards Gala this spring. “The Omni Honors Awards Gala is a celebration of the finest in local music, dance, theatre and visual arts,” said Bill Jankowski, executive director of OmniArts. “We will also be honoring a Patron of the Arts and giving Life Time Achievement Awards to two individuals who have had a profound impact on the local arts scene.” The gala will feature dessert, cocktails, unique silent auction items and a ceremony with live performances. “This is one event anyone who values art, music and dance in our local communities should not miss,” said Jankowski. “It will be a very memorable evening for all.” The 2017 Omni Honors

Award recipients are: Visual Arts Award of Excellence — Tim Trumbo of Ottawa, painter, muralist, educator. Drama Award of Excellence — Mary Morgan of Ottawa, actor, director, educator. Music Award of Excellence — Gene Montgomery of Oglesby, musician and educator. OmniArtist Award of Excellence (multi-talented artist) — Steve Stout of Utica, journalist, photographer, actor; and Ron McCutchan of Princeton, actor, director, musician, artist. Lifetime Achievement Award of Excellence — Evelyn Brue Roeder of Ottawa, 50-plus years, teacher, Evelyn Brue Guitar School; and Barbara Lukancic of Spring Valley, 50-plus years, business manager, Illinois Valley Symphony Orchestra. Patron Award of Excellence — Edmund Thornton of Ottawa, philanthropist. The event will take place in the ballroom at Seni-

ca’s Oak Ridge Golf Club in LaSalle. Doors will open at 2 p.m. and the ceremony will start at 3 p.m. The cost is $25 per person and tickets can be purchased online at www.OmniArts. org. Unique and artistic silent auction items will be displayed throughout the afternoon, with proceeds benefitting the OmniArts Grant Program. Honorees include educators, photographers, painters, actors, musicians and philanthropists, and all come with impressive resumes. Twenty-plus years of continuous artistic professionalism in local communities was a basic requirement for consideration. Award recipients must also show outstanding character, service, reputation and dedication to growing the arts in Starved Rock Country. Anyone interested in attending can make reservations at www.omniarts.org. Seating is limited. OmniArts is a registered 501 (c) (3) organization, and all contributions are tax deductible.

Spring cursillos announced PETERSTOWN — The Illinois Valley Cursillo organization has announced upcoming men’s and

women’s weekends in Peterstown. The men’s weekend will be June 8-11 and the women’s weekend

will be June 22-25. For more information on the weekends, call Don Liesse at 815-224-1726.

HENNEPIN FOOD MART $ 69 SPRING FLING!!! $ 89 1 3 (815) 925-7308 BONELESS BONELESS CENTER CUT

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GROCERY SPECIALS

Aunt Jemima Pancake Mixes, 32oz .......................................2/$4 Our Family Natural Apple Sauce, 48oz ..................................2/$4 Our Family Tomato Sauce, 8oz ..............................................3/$1 Quaker Oats, 42oz .................................................................2/$6 Frito or Cheeto Chips, All .......................................................2/$5 Kraft Salad Dressings, 16oz ...................................................2/$5 A-1 Steak Sauce, 10oz...........................................................2/$7 Fiber One Bars, All .................................................................2/$5 Kool Aid Pre Sweetened Beverage Mix, 19oz......................$2.89 Planters Cocktail or Dry Roasted Peanuts, 16oz .................$2.99 Our Family Pasta, 32oz ........................................................$1.99 Act II Popcorn, 6pk ................................................................2/$5 Our Family Lawn and Leaf Bags, 10ct ...................................2/$6

PRODUCE

Halo Clementines, 3lb Bag...................................................$3.99 Jumbo Cantaloupe, Each.....................................................$2.99 New Crop Sweet Onions, lb....................................................99¢ Montery Whole Baby Bella Mushrooms, 8oz .........................2/$4

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Eckrich Premium Hard Salami, lb.........................................$4.99 Walnut Longhorn Cheese, lb................................................$4.59 Dubuque Spiced Ham, lb .....................................................$4.59 Fresh Egg Salad, lb ..............................................................$4.99

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Maxwell House Ground Coffee 39oz

Sparkle Paper Towels 8 Roll

Green Giant Canned Vegetables 303

Prego Pasta Sauce 24oz

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Creamette Egg Noodles 12oz

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Mega Roll Quilted Northern Bath Tissue $ 99 6 Mega

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MEAT SPECIALS

Lean Baby Back Ribs, lb ......................................................$3.59 Hillshire Farms Smoked Rope Sausage, 14oz .......................2/$6 Hormel Smoked Porkchops, 15oz .......................................$4.99 Homemade Garlic Bulk Sausage, lb ....................................$2.59 Frozen Whole Chickens, lb......................................................99¢ Fresh Whole Beef Brisket, lb................................................$2.99 Lean Pork Cutlets, lb............................................................$2.99

FROZEN FOOD

Blue Bunny Ice Cream Squares, 56oz..................................$2.89 Coles Garlic Toast, 14oz.........................................................2/$4 Butch’s Thin Crust Pizzas, 18oz...........................................2/$10 Luigi’s Ravs, lb .....................................................................$3.99

DAIRY

Kraft Shredded or Chunks Cheese, 8oz...............................$1.99 Kraft Soft Philly Cream Cheese Tubs, 8oz .............................2/$4 Tropicanna Orange Juice, 59oz..............................................2/$6 Imperial Stick Margarine, 1#....................................................79¢

PUB SHOPPE

Busch or Busch Light Beer, 30pk Cans .............................$12.99 Skol Vodka, 1.75 Liter ........................................................$13.99

SEAFOOD SHOPPE

Our Family Sole Fillets, 12oz................................................$3.99 Our Family Breaded Coconut Shrimp, 12oz ........................$4.99

Don't forget to attend the Granville Fire Dept. Fish Fry this Friday, March 24 at the Granville Fire Department!!!!