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Freda Portwood of Standard was one of the many who picked up a brush and channeled their artistic creativity onto a canvas during the PCCC’s free painting class March 30. Led by instructor Peggy Bluemer, the novice artists were guided through the steps of painting a bright and colorful sun or a portrait of the Easter bunny. Portwood, an experienced painter, broke from the group, finding her inspiration in a decoration which was on the shelf of the center’s thrift store. (PCR photo/Dave Cook)

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Granville awarded more than $400,000 through grant BY DAVE COOK news@putnamcountyrecord.com GRANVILLE — The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) has announced the village of Granville has been awarded $400,132 to be used to make improvements to its water treatment plant. Announced on March 29, Granville is one of 40 low income communities across 31 Illinois counties to receive a portion

of the $15.3 million awarded through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. The funds provided through the CDBG program are to be used for critical public infrastructure work such as water, sanitary and sewer system improvements. Each of the 40 communities will be making repairs and upgrades to their various water systems.

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IVCC’s 12th Annual Edible Car Contest educates, entertains BY DAVE COOK news@putnamcountyrecord.com OGLESBY — It’s an unusual sight to see people cheering as four slices of cantaloupe, a carrot and some cinnamon sticks slowly slide down an incline of a few feet, but it was surprisingly fun to watch. For the past 12 years IVCC has hosted a competition combining the unusual combination of food, science, speed and fun — The Edible Car Contest. Teams from IVCC and many of the area’s high schools gathered in the cafeteria to test their designs in the creative, colorful contest that shows that STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) can be silly as well as serious. The annual contest celebrates National Engineering Week and was originally sponsored by the National Science Foundation. Since 2006, it’s been sponsored by the Workforce Development Division. There was a wide variety of food used for the entries, includ-

ing salami, marshmallows, cookies, pasta, snack cakes, vegetables, fruits and crackers. Some certainly worked better than others. The most critical design challenges according to two of the racers were “axles that don’t break” and “getting the wheels to roll.” While the cars were decidedly low-tech, the track and timing devices were more cutting edge. IVCC students working under electronics program coordinator Jim Gibson have designed and constructed a short, inclined track using a pneumatic actuator, and perhaps as a nod to the race cars, a kitchen spatula as a starting gate. At the finish line, a programmable photo eye gauged the speed and time, which were displayed on a monitor. Each year students tweak the design for improvements. This year alarms and troubleshooting assistance were added. “The system would notify us if the photo eyes were covered, maybe with cheese or icing from the vehicles,” Gibson said, also offering to bring the setup to other schools and organizations for their own competitions. Along with the IVCC teams, a record 18 teams from six high

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LaMoille High School’s entry won the new “Iron Man Award” for their entry made of a carrot, cantaloupe rings and cinnamon sticks. It took an impressively slow 62.43 seconds to slide rather than roll down the short track. Pictured is LaMoille team member Thomas Molln as he waits for their car to eventually fall over the finish line. TOP: Hall High School’s cleverly designed, lasagna-bodied and Lifesaver-wheeled entry won the speed and creativity portions of IVCC’s 12th annual Edible Car Contest. Hall won the Top 3 spots in the speed competition; a Hall team also set the speed record in 2012. schools competed, including Hall, St. Bede, Streator, LaMoille, DePue, and Henry-Senachwine. While some have participated in the past, Princeton, LaSalle-Pe-

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• GRANVILLE Continued from Page 1 Granville President Doug Gimbal said the village will be using the funds to replace the salt tanks and the assorted valves and pipes in need of repair at the water treatment plant. The CDBG program was established in 1974 by the federal Housing and Community Development Act. Administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, the DCEO administers the state of Illinois CDBG - Small Cities program. The money dispensed through the state-level program is only available to local governmental bodies such as cities, villages, towns and counties. Municipalities must have a population of 50,000 or less and not be located within an urban county receiving its own entitlement program funding. “With the repairs being done it will help improve the distribution of water to residents which can improve our village’s growth and development,” Gimbal said.

• EDIBLE CAR Continued from Page 2 Hall High School owned the speed competition by taking the Top 3 spots, and they seem to excel in this category, as Hall set the speed record in 2012 and has also notched several other victories. Using pieces of unboiled lasagna as a car body, the Hall

• At 3 p.m. on March 18, the Putnam County Sheriff’s Department (PCSD) arrested and charged Devonte L. Williams, 22, of Granville with speeding and driving suspended, following a traffic stop in Hennepin Township. Williams was released on a notice to appear and given a Putnam County Court date.

• At 5:25 p.m. on March 19, the PCSD arrested and charged Traci A. Presthus, 45, of McNabb with speeding, DUI and DUI .08 or more following a traffic stop in McNabb. Presthus was released on a notice to appear and given a Putnam County Court date. • At 10:15 a.m. on March 25, the PCSD arrested and charged Jaqueline M. Olson, 27, of Gran-

ville with battery following an altercation at a residence in Granville. Olson was released on a notice to appear and given a Putnam County Court date. • At 11 p.m. on March 26, the PCSD arrested and charged Danielle L. Proctor, 26, of Peoria Heights with driving suspended in Magnolia Township. Proctor was released on a notice to appear

and given a Putnam County Court date. • At 6:53 p.m. on March 29, the Putnam County Sheriff’s Department arrested and charged Zachary S. Mekley, 25, of Hennepin with driving suspended, following a traffic stop on Route 26 in Hennepin Township. Mekley was released on a notice to appear and given a Putnam County Court date.

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entry also took first place for creativity. Entries were also judged on design and detail and included the categories of “Most Protein” and “Best Use of Carbs.” Streator was the biggest overall winner of the day, taking firsts in design, detail and the high school division. They also received a second place for creativity.

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DePue placed second in the categories of design, detail, the high school division, and the “Most Protein” award. They also received a third in “Best Use of Carbs”. A new award, “The Iron Man” was presented to LaMoille’s team for their carrot-bodied, cantaloupe-wheeled car which took an impressive 62.43 seconds to slide sideways

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down the track, falling over the finish line to cheers of support and plenty of laughter. As a comparison, Hall’s quickest car this year ran the 3-foot track in .6 seconds. Many of the students spoke of enjoying the creativity of the design stage as their cars took shape. Eating the food that didn’t work was also an appealing factor in the

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Reaching common ground BY DAVE COOK news@putnamcountyrecord.com PRINCETON — It’s normal to occasionally have feelings of self-doubt, anxiety and depression. Living in a world where technology is pushing us to constantly move faster while publicly sharing every aspect of our lives only increases the likelihood of those negative emotions, especially for teens. “Reaching Common Ground with Mental Health” was a program hosted by BP Power, the youth group led in partnership with the Community Partners Against Substance Abuse (CPASA), from 6 to 10 p.m. on March 24 at the Bureau County Metro Center. The evening featured award-winning speaker and author Jeff Yalden. Yalden has been the nation’s top youth motivational speaker since 1992 and has spoken to millions of teens in all 50 states and in 48 countries. Dozens of teens from every area high school were present, including a group from the Lincoln’s Challenge Academy in Rantoul. According to CPASA project coordinator Dawn Conerton, the program, designed to help teens recognize and handle depression, anxiety, selfharm and suicide, while also removing the stigma associated mental health, was what the teens chose. “We’re helping to shine a light on these problems and are providing a safe environment for everyone to be themselves,” BP Power President and Bureau Valley High School student Nick Glubczynski said. He said the changing times and social media can be both problematic and beneficial, and the group wanted to show other teens they weren’t alone with their problems. The group also wanted to help others to learn to

recognize the warning signs of low self-esteem among their friends. “We all need to recognize when friends are coming down hard on themselves and to help build them back up. It’s easy to look past it when someone says something negative about themselves, but it may be more serious than you realize. Recognizing a warning sign could help save a life, and that means more than anything,” BP Power member and Putnam County High School student Olivia Lawley said. Yalden, who was asked for his opinion of what’s causing the increase in depression and anxiety among teens, shared multiple causes — the “helicopter” parenting-style, which he said restricts the development of coping skills and self-esteem by preventing children from learning from their challenges and mistakes; cell phones and social media; a lack of balance and boundaries; and the grind of everyday life and responsibilities. Yalden began the high energy program by sharing his own lifelong struggles with depression, anxiety and PTSD. He also shared the struggle he’d faced that very day. “When I arrived in town today I didn’t want to be here or to do this,” he said, comparing his feelings to those which everyone has felt at some point before having to go to school or work. That simple and honest admission in itself was enough to begin to put the teens at ease as they listened to Yalden share how he overcame that feeling and arrived “ready to go.” Yalden then conducted a series of humorous trust-building exercises which allowed the group to become comfortable and acquainted with each other. “The more trust and respect we have for each other, the better our relationships will be and

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Youth motivational speaker Jeff Yalden (far left) and CPASA coordinator Dawn Conerton (far right) joined with the members of BP Power to present Reaching Common Ground with Mental Health at the Bureau County Metro Center on March 24. More than 50 teens from every local high school learned how to recognize and deal with stress, anxiety and depression. Yalden also used a series of trust building exercises to bond the group and to show they weren’t alone in their feelings. the more fun we’ll have tonight,” he said. Yalden taught the teens about meditation, personal responsibility; healthy relationships; borders and boundaries; self-esteem; how to defuse anxiety; and most importantly, how to accept themselves. “It’s important to know who you are, but it’s just as important to know who you aren’t. If you live to be accepted by others you’ll begin a pattern where you’ll spend your life always needing more people to accept you. And sometimes, you have to know how to pick yourself up,” Yalden said. Cell phones and social media use were also covered. Yalden said cell phones are never going to go away, but added neither is meeting and talking to people eye-toeye. “Know when to put the phone down; it’s all about boundaries.” he said, including the impact that sleep, exercise, diet and time with nature can have on mental health. The teen leaders of BP Power were hopeful that what was learned from Yalden would be used by

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them didn’t know each other, but by the end of the evening, the kids had gained a connection by realizing they’re all in this together and are not alone,” Conerton said. She added one of the highlights of the evening was seeing the teens working together and gaining the confidence to appreciate and believe in themselves.

“It was great to experience our youth coming together in an effort to decrease the negative stigma of mental health,” she said. For more information about CPASA or BP Power, visit www.cpasa. org or call 815-872-5091, ext. 224. For more information on Jeff Yalden, visit www.jeffyalden. com.

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Putnam County Record / putnamcountyrecord.com • Wednesday, April 5, 2017

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MARJORIE GREATHOUSE

LASALLE — David G. Day, 84, of LaSalle passed away Monday, March 27, 2017, at Illinois Valley Community Hospital in Peru. He was born Sept. 12, 1932, in Putnam County to Olen and Elsie Day. He married Elaine Lodi Oct. 13, 1956, in St. Patrick’s Church in LaSalle. David served in the U.S. Army from 1951 to 1953 and also served in the Army Reserves from 1953 to 1961. He worked for Standard Oil in Peru as a truck driver and later drove for several businesses. He was a member of Grace United Methodist Church in LaSalle, was past exalted ruler for the LaSalle Elks Club, and a member of the Peru Eagles Club, Oglesby Elks Club, and the Putnam, Tiskilwa and Magnolia historical societies. He was involved with the Boy Scouts and volunteered as a Red Coat for IVCH in Peru for 20 years. David enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He enjoyed reading, playing euchre and meeting new people. He is survived by his wife, Elaine of LaSalle; his two children, Steve (Mary) Day of Streator and Cheryl (Bill) Lipka of Spring Valley; four grandchildren, Virginia (Ryan) Mui, Hollie Day, Jacob Day and Bradley (Sara) Hauger; three brothers, Charles Day of Dixon, Benjamin Day of McNabb and Thom Day of Chicago; and one sister, Elizabeth Steinwachs of Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents and one nephew, Tony Day. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Friday, March 31, at the Mueller Funeral Home in Peru with the Rev. Brett Todd, pastor of Grace United Methodist Church in LaSalle, officiating. The LaSalle-Oglesby Veterans Memorial Group presented the flag following the service. Cremation took place at the Mueller Crematory following the services with burial at a later date. Visitation was from 9 to 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be directed to Illinois Valley Community Hospital in Peru. The online guestbook may be viewed and remembrances shared at www.MuellerFH.com.

MARK — Adeline E. Moriarty, 86, of Mark died Thursday, March 30, 2017, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Adeline was born March 13, 1931, in Waukegan to Nicola and Rose Ann (Carani) Verda. She married James E. “Jim” Moriarty May 15, 1954, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Granville. She attended Hopkins High School and she was a homemaker. Adeline loved her family, being a Mom and Grandma were most important in her life. She loved shopping especially when it involved buying collectables for her grandchildren. You would always find Adeline in her kitchen, as she was an excellent cook and loved making tortalach and ravioli. Adeline was also a avid Cubs fan. Survivors include her husband, James E. “Jim” Moriarty of Mark; one son, James A. (Mary Jo) Moriarty of Peru; two daughters, Sheila Moriarty of St. Charles and Kelly (Billy) Ossola of Granville; five brothers, Jim Verda of Georgia, LeRoy Verda of Granville, Ron Verda of Granville, Raymond Verda of Granville and Lucian Verda of Granville; four sisters, Marilyn Verda of Mark, Shirley McAnn of California, Beverly Biagini of Granville and Elaine Ossola of Granville; and six grandchildren, Michele, James M. and Christine Moriarty, and Courtney, Jaclyn and Abby Ossola. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Dominic and Richard; and a sister-in-law, Paulette Verda. Prayers were at 10 a.m. Monday, April 3, at the Dysart-Cofoid Funeral Chapel in Granville followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Granville with Father Patrick DeMeulemeester officiating. Cremation rites were accorded following the service. Visitation was from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, April 2, at the funeral home and prior to the services Monday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be directed to the Alzheimer’s Association, Putnam County Community Center or the donor’s choice. Pallbearers were Lou Verda, Ray Verda, James M. Moriarty, Ron “Puta” Moriarty, Jack Moriarty and Ryan Ossola. Online condolences may be sent to her family at www.dcfunerals.com.

GRANVILLE — Marjorie June Greathouse, 87, of Granville passed away Friday, March 31, 2017, in Rockford Memorial Hospital. Marge was born Aug. 25, 1929, in Bloomfield, Iowa, to Frank and Ernestine (Reynolds) Platt. She married William E. “Blue” Greathouse Sr. Aug. 24, 1947, in Hennepin. Marge graduated from Hopkins High School in 1947. She retired from Bassicks Factory in Spring Valley after many years. She and Blue enjoyed many trips through the years to Blue’s boyhood home in Nashville, Ind., taking along many members of the family throughout the years. Her greatest joys in life was taking care of her husband, Blue, and her children and grandchildren. She also enjoyed the weekends and vacations spent at the camper in Necedah, Wis. Marge is survived by her children, Patricia (Jack) Narczewski of Spring Valley, Cynthia (Joseph) Shevokas of Arlington, William E. (Carol) Greathouse Jr. of DePue, Frank (Mary) Greathouse of Necedah, Wis., and Jeffrey M. (Eleanor) Greathouse of Granville; her beloved little dog and favorite child, Gidget; her grandchildren, Anne M. (Craig) Johnson, Matthew J. (Katie) Shevokas, Tina L. (Matthew) Sakalas, Jessica (Doug) Tolsma, Joseph W. (Jessica) Greathouse, Seth M. Greathouse and Devin M. Greathouse; her great-grandchildren, Alexander C. Johnson, Ellen J. Johnson, Adam W. Johnson, Kiersten E. Shevokas, Laela C. Shevokas, Chloe M. Sakalas, Carson M. Sakalas, Jonica Stinebower, Skyla Blue Greathouse and Brock J. Greathouse; one great-great-granddaughter, Jennifer Stinebower; numerous nieces and nephews; and her granddogs. She was preceded in death by her husband, William E. “Blue” Greathouse Sr., on Jan. 17, 2006; one grandson, Anthony J. Howard, on Jan. 3, 2007; and one brother, Raymond Platt. Funeral services were held Tuesday, April 4, in the HelmerShields Funeral Home in Granville with Pastor Betty Delgado officiating. Burial was in the Granville Cemetery. Visitation was held Monday, April 3, and prior to the services Tuesday in the funeral home. Pallbearers were her grandchildren, Matthew J. Shevokas, Devin M. Greathouse, Matthew A. Sakalas, Joseph W. Greathouse, Seth M. Greathouse, Alexander C. Johnson, Adam W. Johnson, Craig D. Johnson, Carson M. Sakalas and Brock J. Greathouse. The family requests that memorials be made to the Putnam County Achievement Center in Standard.

DAVID BRUHL GRANVILLE — David Elmer Bruhl, 34, of Granville died Thursday, March 23, 2017, at his residence. David was born March 24, 1982, in Spring Valley to Doug and Brenda (Waldschmidt) Bruhl. David was a graduate of Putnam County High School, Class of 2002. He was employed at High Tech Electronic Products and MFG Inc. in Oglesby, where

he enjoyed working. David is survived by his children, Jacob and Aubrie Bruhl of Wyanet; his parents, Doug and Brenda Bruhl of Port Charlotte, Fla.; his grandparents, Elmer and Mary Waldschmidt of Granville, with whom he resided, and Edwin and Kathy Bruhl of Varna; and many aunts, uncles and cousins who he loved spending time with. He also enjoyed his time riding motor-

cycles and snowmobiles with his longtime friend, Josh Miller. As per David’s request, cremation will be accorded with no funeral services. A celebration of David’s life will be planned at a later date. The Barto Funeral Home Spring Valley is assisting the family. A guestbook may be signed and memories shared with the family at www.bartofh.com.

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et me start off by saying, I enjoy social media. I have a couple of Facebook pages — a personal one and one as editor of this newspaper. I also have a Twitter account, where I try to occasionally “tweet” now and then, though I’m not convinced there’s much impact. I know there are other social media venues out there, however, I’ve got my hands full with Facebook and Twitter — both which tend to get less and less of my time. This newspaper also has a presence on Facebook and Twitter. It’s been good for us as a business, and clearly, it’s another vehicle in which we can get the news of the day out to those who are our “friend” on both entities. First and foremost, let me preface my thoughts by saying Facebook has afforded me some opportunities that otherwise may not have come my way. I’ve been able to reconnect with many friends from my past. That’s been fun. They are folks who in many cases haven’t crossed my path in many years,

and it’s been interesting to see where they are now and what they’re doing. I am grateful for those opportunities. As someone who doesn’t do a great job of remembering birthdays, anniversaries and other important days in the lives of those I hold most dear, Facebook has become a good source of helping me remember those dates. I can wish someone a happy birthday or a happy anniversary with a few keystrokes on this computer and the click of the mouse. It’s as simple as that. I also enjoy Facebook to learn about the fun things my “friends” are doing or experiencing — the birth of a child/ grandchild, a trip they’ve taken, a promotion they’ve received, etc. I also appreciate the posts from those Facebook friends who share heartfelt moments of a loved one passing; someone who is ill and could use prayers; or those who just need to get some difficult situations off their chest. I think it can be therapeutic for those creating these posts — especially when

FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK Terri Simon they see the number of people who support them in their grief or difficult times. There are other positive uses of social media. The aforementioned are just a smattering of things that stand out to me, however, we each use social media in a host of positive ways. It can be a good thing. But like most everything good, social media is oftentimes used in a negative fashion. I could give you countless examples — those posts that cause us to wince, grimace or shake our heads in disbelief, but you know what I’m talking about when it comes to using social media in this way. Like you, I’ve seen ideas, concepts, people ... crucified with words. I’ve seen banter and bickering that often becomes very heated. I’ve seen gossip spread like wildfire, and I’ve seen posts shared that don’t

have a lick of truth to them. While most of us have heard the lyrics from an old REO Speedwagon song, “Talk is cheap when the story is good,” I find these social media posts very disturbing. I’m not quite sure what those who post these types of messages gain from doing so, but I often find myself shaking my head in disbelief when I see some of these things. It’s enough to make me re-evaluate how important Facebook really is to me. I can’t imagine how many people, causes and ideas have been harmed by those who choose to respond in a hateful manner or who weigh in on a topic of which they are uninformed. I’m not talking about a fun back-and-forth conversation about the Cubs and the Cardinals, or something similar to that. I’m talking about hateful posts by hateful people. I want to believe that was never the intent of social media. Will this column cause the focus of negative social media to change? Of course not. If people have an ax to grind or

they want to humiliate people publicly, Facebook is a tool they can use that is free, open to the public and probably makes themselves feel better for doing so. As for me, though, I don’t want to be one of those people. I want to believe I’m better than that. Actually, I want to believe we’re all better than that. I firmly think if we have something to say to someone which may not be socially acceptable, or at the least private, we need to make a phone call or speak face to face, rather than posting it on Facebook for the world to see. I’m probably preaching to the choir here. Negative comments on social media or untrue comments are made by those who want a reaction from the public. Bottom line though, It’s common courtesy, common sense ... and unfortunately, it’s an alltoo-common problem with our use of social media.

PCR Editor Terri Simon can be reached at tsimon@putnamcountyrecord.com.

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t finally happened -- the other day my sixth-grader asked me a question I’ve been dreading for some time. “When can I get a phone?” he asked, knowing the answer wasn’t going to be what he wanted to hear. My answer was the same as it would have been if he asked me when he could get a Facebook page. I told him we’d get him a phone when he gets to high school. I don’t blame him for asking. After all, many of his friends already have their own phones, and for that matter, so do some of the children in my daughter’s fourth-grade class. I’m opposed to my children having their own phone at such a young age for a number of reasons, and I tried to explain those to my children, since my daughter was also extremely interested in the conversation my son and I were having. They thought it came down to the expense of buying a phone. That’s the smallest concern I have about giving my children a phone. Here are some of the reasons I gave them for not allowing them to have their own phones until they’re in high school: • There’s no need for it: At this age, they don’t need a phone. Their dad and I attend all their extracurricular activities, and we know when all their practices end. If their friends want to play with them, their parents have our phone numbers, and they can call us, or their kids can just stop by and ring the doorbell. It’s not hurting their social lives that they don’t have a phone at this point. • They would probably just break it or lose it anyway: My husband has a hard enough time keeping track of his phone — I don’t need anyone else in the household losing theirs. I think we’d probably have to tear the house apart on a daily basis for phone searches until they learned to be responsible enough for phone ownership. • Cyberbullying: Bullying in schools is bad enough without throwing technology into the mix. Phones and Facebook pages give children one

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COMMENTARY Shannon Serpette more place to be bullied. And when you have a phone or a Facebook page, a child’s daily exposure to bullies doesn’t stop when school lets out. It can happen day or night, at all hours. That’s too much for a junior high child to deal with. • They already spend enough time with technology: My kids already like playing games on the computer or on Wi. If they got a phone too, I’d never be able to get them off the couch. Without one, they are perfectly happy to go outside and shoot baskets, throw a Frisbee, go for a run, or play me in a game of tennis. Why would I want to sabotage that by giving them a phone? I want them to get as much physical activity as possible for health purposes, and a phone would jeopardize that. • I don’t care about being popular: Do I want my kids to love and respect me? Of course. But they can love and respect me without me giving into all their requests. I deny them things on a daily basis, and we still have a close relationship. They don’t need to think I’m a “cool” mom. Parenthood isn’t a popularity contest, and if it were, I’d be OK with losing it as long as I knew that what I was doing was best for them. • I’m in no hurry for them to grow up: They’ll spend a lifetime being attached to their phones and answering their emails and texts. I want these fleeting carefree childhood days to last as long as they can. I don’t want them to look back and realize they wasted all their time tinkering with their phones. I want them to have real-life experiences with each other and their friends — not their computers and phones.

Putnam County Record Copy Editor Shannon Serpette can be reached at sserpette@bcrnews.com.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR ‘An anti-environment extremist’ To the Editor, The news continues to be dire as President Trump continues down his path of destructionist decisions for our country. He is certainly not “making America great again.” He picked Scott Pruitt to head the Environmental Protection Agency. Pruitt was the former attorney general of Oklahoma. He made one of his first acts, after being sworn in, to completely dismantle his own office’s Environmental Protection Unit. His is an anti-environment extremist! Only a scant nine days before President-elect Donald Trump was to be sworn in, he met with the CEOs of Monsanto and Bayer This was a very bad sign that the Trump Administration was prepared to back the proposed merger of the German-based Bayer and the American-based Monsanto. This would be a disaster in the making. The merger would create a global chemical giant with unprecedented power over farmers, America’s food supply and pose an even greater threat to endangered pollinators like bees. The scientific evidence is crystal clear that neonic pesticides are taking a huge toll on bees. According to the Natural Resources Defense Council, an incredible 44 percent of honey bee colonies collapsed

over the past year. A large number of scientific studies find a widely used class of pesticides called “neonics” is a leading cause of the devastating declines. The use of neonics on our fields has caused an invasion of our wildflowers and native plants leaving precious few safe places for bees and other pollinators to feed. It has also created nightmare super weeds which become harder to eradicate. We not only must protect the bees, we must protect ourselves. There is disturbing evidence that our food is in danger. Our federal government has done testing and found the chemicals in fruits and vegetables. Take note that it’s in our produce, not on them. The plants absorb the chemical; therefore, neonics can not be washed off by consumers. So if you don’t care about the bees, you might start thinking about the health and safety of our children and ourselves. Write to Mr. Pruitt and tell him to do his job and use his EPA department to ban the use of neonics. He must not stand down and give Bayer and Monsanto a free pass to flood our farms with neonics that are toxic to bees and may be to humans as well. Remember, one in every three bites of food we eat depends on bees!

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Lady Panthers beat Midland by 15-run rule GRANVILLE â€” Aleceya Davis pitched a four-inning 16-1 no-hitter when the game was called by the 15 runrule after three innings on Tuesday, March 21 in Granville. She struck out seven, and walked one. Paige Veronda led PC with three hits while Davis and Olivia Holmes had two each. Putnam County scored nine runs in the first, five in the second and two in the third. Midland scored its lone run in the first inning.

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MENDOTA â€” The Putnam County Lady Panthers placed second with 103 points, only behind the LaSalle-Peru Lady Cavaliers, who won with 202 points, t Mendota on March 28. Other teamsâ€™ scores were Hall (82), St. Bede (67), Mendota (42), Stillman Valley (13) and Earlville (6). Putnam Countyâ€™s Lindsey DiazDeleon won the 400

in 1:03.29 and claimed the triple jump with a leap of 32 feet, 11.5 inches. She also ran on the Lady Panthersâ€™ 1,600 relay with Liv Lawley, Emily Walker and Emma Cyr that won in 4:30.51. Lawley took first in the 300 hurdles in 50.78 seconds, while PCâ€™s 3,200 relay of Katrien Holocker, Destiny West, Jen Alvarado and Teegan Pantenburg won in 11:56.23.

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Panthers lose to Eureka, Midland The Putnam County Panthers lost two games, and several games were rained out last week. Eureka 4, Putnam County 1 In a game shortened to four innings by rain on Wednesday, March 29, Putnam County pushed one run across in the bottom of the first inning. Eureka scored once in the second and three times in the fourth. Connor Bean had two of the three hits for Putnam County. Midland 5, Putnam County 2 The Timberwolves scored three runs in the fourth inning to go up 4-0 and made it stand up Tuesday, March 28, in Granville. Logan Kreiser, Connor Bean, Caleb Dzierzynski and Cam Colby all had hits for PC. Luke Carlson pitched 2 and one-third of an inning, striking out four and allowing two hits. Connor Bean pitched 3 and two-thirds of an inning, striking out six, walking two and allowing five hits. Michael Kettman pitched one inning, striking out one and allowing one hit.

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Survivor registration open house planned for April 15

HENRY — Are you a cancer survivor or know a loved one who is? A survivor registration open house will be from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 15, at the The Meeting Place in Henry for those who have not yet registered. Those who have already registered are invited to stop in, have some coffee and cinnamon rolls, and find out what is happening this year with the Relay event. You can register online at www. relayforlife.org. Those who registered in the past as a survivor will need to re-register each year. Relay For Life represents the hope that those lost to cancer will never be forgotten, that those who face cancer will be supported, and that one day cancer will be eliminated.

Relay For Life is a unique community event that allows individuals from all walks of life to join in the fight against cancer. It’s about being a community that takes up the fight. It is an event that raises cancer awareness and funds for research, education, advocacy, and patient service programs. Relay For Life is far more than a fundraising event for the American Cancer Society. The power of Relay is that it allows a community to grieve for those lost to cancer and to celebrate the lives of those who have survived. • For the newly diagnosed, Relay offers an opportunity to meet someone who has survived the same type of cancer. • For the cancer patient in treat-

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LACON — The Marshall Putnam Quilt Guild will hold its Wednesday, April 12, meeting at 1 p.m. at the Marshall County Historical Society building on Fifth Street in Lacon. Members may bring two of their own quilts for display and they

will also see the Historical Society collection. Refreshments will be served. The workshop that day will be at the Henry United Presbyterian Church in Henry from 9 a.m. until noon. The final meeting of the year

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OTTAWA — The LaSalle County Genealogy Guild will meet at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 15, at The Guild Library, 115 W. Glover in Ottawa. The speaker for this month will

be Robert Windy. The subject of his talk will be 96 miles of the I&M Canal. Windy is a graduate of the I&M Docent Training Program and is the

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Students compete in contest GRANVILLE — On March 11, 11 students from Putnam County High School competed in the Northern Illinois Chapter of the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese (NIAATSP) Cultural Interpretation Contest. The contest was held in the auditorium of Mendota High School. The contest categories include poetry recitation, music-vocal or instrumental, dance-traditional or modern and art. There were more than 50 participants in the contest from Amboy, Mendota and

Putnam County. Michael Dzierzynski, a sophomore at PCHS, won first place in the art-replica category with his drawing of a cathedral in Segovia, Spain. Rebecca Ramey, a sophomore at PCHS, won third place in the art-creative work category with her quilling of a skull from the Day of the Dead. The other participants from Putnam County were Madi Bauer, Molly Boyd, Megan Brooker, Emily Bruch, Samantha Curry, Tia Green, Ethan Phillips, Livia Sanchez and Carter Trone.

PERU — Parents, mark your calendars: April 5 is the day Carus Corporation will begin registering students for their annual Summer Science Camp. The free camp, which is open to students entering sixth grade in the fall, will take place June 5-9. This year, St. Bede has agreed to house the camp, with the Academy’s Chemistry Department head, Dan Fitzpatrick, leading as camp director. Carus is also partnering with the Canal Corridor Association for Camp Day at the canal, where campers will be treated to a science-filled canal boat ride and mule meet and greet. “Dan’s approach is extremely hands-on, and Canal Day offers a great opportunity for kids to explore and learn,” said Ken Pisarczyk, vice president Carus Technologies. “Last year, campers harvested honey, launched rockets, studied invertebrates, conducted chemistry experiments, and so much

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Airman 1st Class Justin Galetti graduated in 2014 from Putnam County High School in Granville and earned an associate degree in 2016 from Illinois Valley Community College in Oglesby.

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LASALLE — Comedy blossoms in the spring as Stage 212 presents the testimony of “The Hallelujah Girls,” the rollicking Southern comedy by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope and Jamie Wooten. Following the loss of a dear friend, a group of women realize the time to change their lives and achieve their dreams is now, and they start by trying to turn an abandoned church into a day spa. Personalities, family, an ex-boyfriend, a spiteful archrival and other obstacles get in the way, but for the women of Eden Falls, Georgia, where there’s a will, there’s always another way. Featured in the cast are Karen Rogers as Carlene Travis, Jenifer Shavers as Nita Mooney, Maggie Frost as Mavis Flowers, Kathy Hepner as Crystal Hart, Natalie Smigel as Sugar Lee Thompkins, Joe Peshel as Bobby Dwayne Dillahunt, Kathy Missel as Bunny Sutherland and Ken Schroeder as Porter Padget. The production staff includes director Zoe Peshel, producer Tracy Daugherty, assistant director Rob Mellen,

stage manager Larry Kelsey, set design/construction Mark Majewski, set design/decorator/construction Glen Gerrard, set construction crew Phil Valle, Joe Peshel, Tracy Daugherty and Will Daugherty, costume coordinators Maryhelen Bidasio and Annabelle Heitz, prop coordinator Dixie Schroeder, lighting designer Matt Boehm, sound and light operator Kyle Foley and stagehands Gillian Clover, Gabrielle Clover, Andrew Beer, Ethan Shavers and Corbin Shavers. “The Hallelujah Girls” will be presented April 21-23 and 28-30 at Stage 212, 700 First St., LaSalle. Friday and Saturday performances begin at 7:30 p.m. Sunday matinees begin at 2 p.m. Tickets will be available to the general public for $15 beginning April 10, and may be purchased by visiting the box office on Monday from 4 to 6 p.m. and on Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon, or by calling 815-224-3025 during the same hours. Tickets may also be purchased online by visiting www.stage212. org. “The Hallelujah Girls” is presented by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc., New York.

LASALLE

Radio Club to meet

LASALLE — The Illinois Valley Radio Control Club will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 5, in the basement of the Eureka Savings Bank in LaSalle. Interested parties are welcome.

In Loving Memory Bob Seibert October 19-1938 April 4-2016 Your Presence I Miss Your Memory I Treasure Loving You Always Forgetting You Never

Missing You, Your Loving Family Sieg Tire & Tube Repair Shop Selling & Repairing all makes of tires 112 S. St. Paul St. Mark, IL 61340

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PRINCETON

Festival 56 announces Americorps volunteer opportunities

PRINCETON — Learning Stage, the education committee of the Princeton Theatre Group, has three AmeriCorps positions open for the summer 2017 season. The successful applicants will be on site from June 1 through Aug. 6. AmeriCorps volunteers volunteer 300 hours and receive approximately $3,000 separated into a living stipend and a college tuition waver. Camp 56 will be the primary responsibility for one volunteer, with another volunteer providing limited support. Camp responsibilities include programming, supervision of campers ages 8–18, paperwork, and communicating with parents and

Festival 56 staff. The other two volunteers will be responsible for multiple educational platforms. They will serve as moderators for three venues: “Meet The Plays,” a panel discussion with directors, technical staff, and genre experts concerning the upcoming season; “Basic Bill,” a 10-minute lesson on the life and times of Shakespeare, including the play “The Comedy of Errors,” to be presented before each of nine performances; and “Opening Night Talkbacks,” five post-performance discussions with the actors, production staff and directors. Additional duties include

See AMERICORPS, Page 16

BIRTHS

Spring clean-up in McNabb

Bentley Gene Kling

The Putnam County Record reserves the right to classify correctly, edit, reject or cancel any advertisement at any time in accordance with its policy. All ads must be checked for errors by the advertiser, on the first day of publication. We will be responsible for the first incorrect insertion, and its liabilities shall be limited to the price on one insertion. CLASSIFIED LINE AD & LEGAL DEADLINES: • Wednesday Paper deadline Thursday before by 12pm We Accept Call 815-875-4461 classified@bcrnews.com

- 200 Employment 228 • Help Wanted LAKE WILDWOOD ASSOCIATION Is now accepting applications for PART-TIME HELP inputting data and assisting members with vehicle registrations. Computer proficiency and attention to detail a must. Weekends required. Interested candidates should contact the Association at 309-463-2047, ext. 1, or download an employment application online at: http://www. lake-wildwood.com

232 • Business Opportunities ********** THE CLASSIFIED Advertising Department of the Putnam County Record Does not have the opportunity to fully investigate the credibility of each advertiser appearing within these columns. If an offer sounds “too good to be true” it probably is. Proceed with caution if you are asked to send money or to give a credit card number. Proceed with caution in calling 900 phone numbers. All phone numbers prefixed by”900” are charged to the CALLER. Charges may be assessed on a “per minute” basis rather than a “per call” basis. The Putnam County Record Classifieds makes every effort to qualify these charges for the reader. If you have a concern about an advertiser, please contact: Better Business Bureau 330 North Wabash Chicago, IL 60611 312 832-0500

- 400 Merchandise 450 • Under $1000 17' aluminum canoe, includes paddles & vests, excellent condition, $500. Call 815-991-8066

MENUS PUTNAM COUNTY SCHOOLS

Morrasy

April 10-17 — Spring break.

Josh and Erika (Humpage) Morrasy of Peru are the parents of a son born March 24 at St. Margaret’s Hospital in Spring Valley.

GRANVILLE

Spring break activities at Granville Library

GRANVILLE — The Granville Library will be showing the children’s movie “Sing” at 10 a.m. Monday, April 10. Free popcorn will be available to go along with this fun movie.

–––––––– Classifieds ––––––– General Terms and Policies

MCNABB — The village of McNabb will have a spring clean-up day on Tuesday, May 9. Village customers with regular garbage pick-up may leave items at curb sides for recycling. Items not being accepted are building materials, tires, paint, batteries, yard waste, concrete or hazardous waste.

Tara Casey and Brandon Kling of Granville are the parents of a son, Bentley Gene, born March 24 at St. Margaret’s Hospital in Spring Valley. He weighed 7 pounds, 2 ounces and measured 20 inches in length. He was welcomed home by two brothers, Karter, 1, and Ayden, 5, and one sister, Kabrie, 3. Maternal grandparents are Gina Casey and Damen Casey of Granville. Paternal grandparents are John and Regina Kling.

450 • Under $1000 Girls schwinn bicycle, $50. Call 815-646-4321 GM 8' heavy duty truck mat, excellent condition, $50. Call 815-875-3538 Lane cedar chest, $150, firm; rocking chair with gold cushions $40; electric bed, works well, $200. 815-488-2934 Life Gear portable massage table, carrying case $80. 630-258-4416 Prize battery operated wheelchair, $900. Call 815-447-2548

YOU NEVER KNOW WHAT YOU MIGHT FIND right here in the Bureau County Republican Classified! You could find furniture, appliances, pets, musical instruments or tools.

460 • Garage Sales SPRING VENDOR SHOW, CRAFT SHOW & FLEA MARKET Sunday, April 9th, 8am-2pm. Bureau County Fairgrounds, Princeton. Under New Management. $1 Admission For Information Call 815-303-2905

- 700 Real Estate For Sale 768 • Homes For Sale STANDARD Just taken off the market & dropped the price. 2 bedroom, 1 bath. Completely gutted. 90% of furniture stays. On Double lot. A steal at $49,900! 772-408-5598

DO YOU HAVE A PLACE TO SELL? The Bureau County Republican Classified can help you find the right person to move in.

856 • Apartment Rentals HENNEPIN Nice one bedroom apartments for rent. All utilities included. No smoking/No Pets. Furnished and unfurnished available. Phone: 815925-7086 MAGNOLIA 2 bedroom. Fridge & stove furnished. Call 815-303-7004

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On Tuesday, April 11, and Thursday, April 13, there will be a special Easter party during the regular storytimes. An Easter egg hunt, special treats and spring stories will be enjoyed by all.

PUTNAM COUNTY COMMUNITY CENTER

April 10 — Smoked sausage, tater tots, broccoli/cauliflower mix, pineapple chunks. April 11 — Chicken and noodles with mixed vegetables, fruit juice, fruit cocktail, rolls and butter, dessert. April 12 — Fish square, au gratin potatoes, cucumbers, tomato and onion in oil and vinegar, baked apples. April 13 — Baked spaghetti, tossed salad with toppings, cooked carrots, garlic bread, applesauce, dessert. April 14 — Center closed for Good Friday. 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.

999 • Legal Notices

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF ILLINOIS PUTNAM COUNTY IN PROBATE Estate of PHYLIS ) ANN BROWN, ) Deceased. ) Case No. 17-P-07 NOTICE OF CLAIM DAY NOTICE is given of the death of PHYLIS ANN BROWN, on February 12, 2017. Letters of Office were issued to SUZANNE M c A L L I S T E R (“Representative”), whose Attorneys of Record are Westervelt, Johnson, Nicoll & Keller, LLC (“Attorneys”), 411 Hamilton Boulevard, Suite 1400, Peoria, Illinois 61602. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Circuit Clerk of Putnam County at the Putnam County Courthouse, 120 N. 4th Street, Hennepin,

IL 61327, or with the representative, or both, on or before October 1, 2017, or if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representative is required by Section 5/18-3 of the Probate Act of 1975 (755 ILCS 5/18-3), the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before the above-referenced date is barred. Within 10 days after filing a claim with the Clerk, the Claimant must mail or deliver a copy of the claim to the Representative and to the Representative?s Attorney of Record and file with the Clerk a proof of mailing or delivery of said copy. DATED: March 29, 2017. SUZANNE

McALLISTER, Independent Executor of the Estate of PHYLIS ANN BROWN, Deceased. Roger E. Holzgrafe, Esq. Westervelt, Johnson, Nicoll & Keller, LLC 411 Hamilton Boulevard, Suite 1400 Peoria, Illinois 61602 (309) 671-3550 Published in the Putnam County Record Mar. 29, Apr. 5 and 12, 2017.

the Illinois Department of Agriculture of their election to voluntarily cease purchasing grain from producers. Under the requirements of this voluntary election, grain cannot be received, picked up, or contracted for purchase after March 21, 2017. If you have any questions, please notify the Illinois Department of Agriculture, Bureau of Warehouses, State Fairgrounds, P.O. Box 19281, Springfield, Illinois 62794-9281 on or before June 19, 2017. Raymond Poe Director Illinois Department of Agriculture Published in the Putnam County Record March 29, April 5 and 12, 2017.

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STATE OF ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Notice is hereby given that the grain dealer license of Bruch Farms Grain, 12763 IL Highway 71, Granville, IL 61326 has been voluntarily surrendered. This company has given formal notice to

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ANNUAL DRINKING WATER QUALITY REPORT

Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of IL1555100 contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be Annual Water Quality Report for the period of January 1 to obtained by calling the EPAs Safe Drinking Water December 31, 2016 Hotline at (800) 426-4791. This report is intended to provide you with important In order to ensure that tap water is safe to information about your drinking water and the efforts made drink, EPA prescribes regulations which limit the by the water system to provide safe drinking water. amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. FDA regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water which The source of drinking water used by must provide the same protection for public health. Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants HENNEPIN PWD is Ground Water in drinking water than the general population. Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with metals, which can be naturally-occurring or result cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have For more information regarding this report contact: from urban storm water runoff, industrial or undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas or other immune system disorders, some elderly and production, mining, or farming. Alex Rolando infants can be particularly at risk from Name _________________________________________ infections. These people should seek advice about Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a drinking water from their health care providers. (815)925-7223 variety of sources such as agriculture, urban storm Phone _________________________________________ EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen water runoff, and residential uses. the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other Organic chemical contaminants, including microbial contaminants are available from the Safe synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are Este informe contiene información muy importante sobre Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791). by-products of industrial processes and petroleum el agua que usted bebe. Tradúzcalo ó hable con alguien If present, elevated levels of lead can cause production, and can also come from gas stations, que lo entienda bien. serious health problems, especially for pregnant urban storm water runoff, and septic systems. women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components Radioactive contaminants, which can be associated with service lines and home plumbing. naturally-occurring or be the result of oil and gas We cannot control the variety of materials used in production and mining activities. Source Water Information plumbing components. When your water has been sitting for several hours, you can minimize the Source Water Name Type of Water Report Status Location potential for lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for A 5th s WELL 3 (11602) GW ________ ________________________________________ drinking or cooking. If you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information on lead in drinking A High Street WELL 4 (11603) GW ________ ________________________________________ water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe A Power plant road WELL 5 (11604) GW ________ ________________________________________ Drinking Water Hotline or at http://www.epa.gov/safewater/lead.

Source of Drinking Water

HENNEPIN PWD

The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally-occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity. Contaminants that may be present in source water include: Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife.

Source Water Assessment

We want our valued customers to be informed about their water quality. If you would like to learn more, please feel welcome to attend any of our regularly scheduled meetings. The source water assessment for our supply has been completed by the Illinois EPA. If you would like a copy of this information, please stop by City Hall or call our water operator at __________________. To view a summary version of the completed Source Water Assessments, including: Importance of 815-925-7223 Source Water; Susceptibility to Contamination Determination; and documentation/recommendation of Source Water Protection Efforts, you may access the Illinois EPA website at http://www.epa.state.il.us/cgi-bin/wp/swap-fact-sheets.pl. Source of Water: HENNEPIN PWDTo determine Hennepin's susceptibility to groundwater contamination, the Illinois Rural Water Association conducted a well site survey in October, 2002. Based on the information obtained in this document, there are 13 potential sources of groundwater contamination that could pose a hazard to groundwater utilized by Hennepin's community water supply. These include 1 chemical handling facility, 1 manufacturing process, 1 boat yard, 1 sales store, 2 onsite sludge disposals, 2 injection wells, 2 water treatment plants, and 3 above ground fuel storage tanks. In addition, information provided by the Leaking Underground Storage Tank and Remedial Project Management Sections of the Illinois EPA indicated sites with on-going remediation that might be of concern.According to the Hennepin PWD facility, LTV Steel Co. and the associated injection well and water treatment plant have been sold to the International Steel Group. However, the sludge disposal associated with this site is no longer active.Based upon this information, the Illinois EPA has determined that the Hennepin Community Water Supply's source water is susceptible to contamination. As such, the Illinois EPA has provided 5-year recharge area calculations for the wells. The land use within the recharge areas of the wells was analyzed as part of this susceptibility determination. This land use includes residential, commercial and agricultural properties.In 2010, Hennepin PWD received Non-Compliance Advisories (NCAs) for bacteriological detections in wells #3 and #5 and subsequently a violation notice (VN) for well #5. Resolution of this NCA and the VN resulted in a Compliance Commitment Agreement (CCA) with the Illinois EPA, in that well #5 no longer being used as a potable water source. Well #3 was inspected by an engineering company and the NCA has now been resolved, however monitoring data is continually being tracked in regards to all active potable wells at Hennepin PWD.

2016

Lead and Copper

Regulated Contaminants Detected

Definitions: Action Level Goal (ALG): The level of a contaminant in drinking water Action Level: The concentration of a contaminant which, if exceeded, Lead and Copper Date Sampled MCLG Action Level (AL) 90th Copper 2016 1.3 1.3 Lead

2016

Water Quality Test Results

below which there is no known or expected risk to health. ALGs allow for a margin of safety. triggers treatment or other requirements which a water system must follow. Percentile # Sites Over AL Units Violation Likely Source of Contamination 0.35 0 ppm N Erosion of natural deposits; Leaching from wood preservatives; Corrosion of household plumbing systems. 4.5 1 ppb N Corrosion of household plumbing systems; Erosion of natural deposits.

Definitions:

The following tables contain scientific terms and measures, some of which may require explanation.

Avg:

Regulatory compliance with some MCLs are based on running annual average of monthly samples.

Level 1 Assessment:

A Level 1 assessment is a study of the water system to identify potential problems and determine (if possible) why total coliform bacteria have been found in our water system.

Level 2 Assessment:

A Level 2 assessment is a very detailed study of the water system to identify potential problems and determine (if possible) why an E. coli MCL violation has occurred and/or why total coliform bacteria have been found in our water system on multiple occasions.

Maximum Contaminant Level or MCL:

The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as feasible using the best available treatment technology.

Maximum Contaminant Level Goal or MCLG:

The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLGs allow for a margin of safety.

Maximum residual disinfectant level or MRDL:

The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminants.

Maximum residual disinfectant level goal or MRDLG: na: mrem: ppb: ppm: Treatment Technique or TT:

The level of a drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MRDLGs do not reflect the benefits of the use of disinfectants to control microbial contaminants. not applicable. millirems per year (a measure of radiation absorbed by the body) micrograms per liter or parts per billion - or one ounce in 7,350,000 gallons of water. milligrams per liter or parts per million - or one ounce in 7,350 gallons of water. A required process intended to reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking water.

Regulated Contaminants Disinfectants and Disinfection ByProducts Chlorine Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Inorganic Contaminants Arsenic

Collection Date

Barium

11/04/2015

0.17

0.17 - 0.17

Fluoride

11/04/2015

0.351

0.351 - 0.351

Iron

11/04/2015

0.14

0.14 - 0.14

Manganese

11/04/2015

44 - 44

2016

2.2 - 7.2

12/31/2016 2016 2016 Collection Date 11/04/2015

Highest Level Range of Levels Detected Detected 1.1 3

MCLG

0.95 - 1.42 2.72 - 2.72

MRDLG = 4 No goal for the total 17 16.5 - 16.5 No goal for the total Highest Level Range of Levels MCLG Detected Detected 1.3 1.3 - 1.3 0

MCL

Units

Violation

MRDL = 4 60

ppm ppb

N N

Water additive used to control microbes. By-product of drinking water disinfection. By-product of drinking water disinfection.

ppb

MCL

Units

Violation

ppb

ppm

4.0

ppm

1.0

ppm

150

ppb

ppm

Nitrate [measured as Nitrogen] - Nitrate in drinking water at levels above 10 ppm is a health risk for infants of less than six months of age. High nitrate levels in drinking water can cause blue baby syndrome. Nitrate levels may rise quickly for short periods of time because of rainfall or agricultural activity. If you are caring for an infant you should ask advice from your health care provider. Sodium

11/04/2015

26 - 26

Zinc

11/04/2015

0.012

0.012 - 0.012

Radioactive Contaminants Combined Radium 226/228 Gross alpha excluding radon and uranium Volatile Organic Contaminants Tetrachloroethylene cis-1,2Dichloroethylene

Collection Date 2016 2016

Highest Level Range of Levels Detected Detected 1 0.586 - 2.9 1 0.414 - 1.44

MCLG

MCL

Units

Violation

0 0

5 15

pCi/L pCi/L

N N

Collection Date 2016 2016

Highest Level Range of Levels Detected Detected 1 0 - 1 0.79 0 - 0.79

MCLG

MCL

Units

Violation

0 70

5 70

ppb ppb

N N

Likely Source of Contamination

Likely Source of Contamination Erosion of natural deposits; Runoff from orchards; Runoff from glass and electronics production wastes. Discharge of drilling wastes; Discharge from metal refineries; Erosion of natural deposits. Erosion of natural deposits; Water additive which promotes strong teeth; Discharge from fertilizer and aluminum factories. This contaminant is not currently regulated by the USEPA. However, the state regulates. Erosion of natural deposits. This contaminant is not currently regulated by the USEPA. However, the state regulates. Erosion of natural deposits. Runoff from fertilizer use; Leaching from septic tanks, sewage; Erosion of natural deposits.

Erosion from naturally occuring deposits: Used in water softener regeneration. This contaminant is not currently regulated by the USEPA. However, the state regulates. Naturally occurring; discharge from metal Likely Source of Contamination Erosion of natural deposits. Erosion of natural deposits. Likely Source of Contamination Discharge from factories and dry cleaners. Discharge from industrial chemical factories.

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Wednesday, April 5, 2017 • Putnam County Record / putnamcountyrecord.com

HENRY

HENNEPIN

RVP presents ‘Marvelous Wonderettes Caps and Gowns’ HENRY — River Valley Players will present “Marvelous Wonderettes Caps and Gowns” April 22-23 and 28-30 at St. John’s Community Center in Henry. The cast will include Christine Gaspardo as Betty Jean, Deanne Crook as Missy, Samantha Farb as Suzy and Cheyene Sunken as Cindy Lou. These four “Marvelous” girls are back on stage to delight with music, nostalgia and their quirky sense of humor. This newest show, titled the “The Marvelous Wonderettes: Caps and Gowns ‘58,” chronicles the girls’ graduation day (1958). There is nothing more entertaining than hearing these amazing four actors sing those glorious harmonies, therefore connecting us to the past with songs we all loved and grew up with. Featuring “Rock around the Clock,” “At the Hop,” “Personality,” “What a Wonderful World” and more. There are several ticket options: Friday, April 28, is the “show only” performance at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $17. A variety of homemade desserts will be available to purchase prior to the show and during intermission. Tickets for the “dinner theatre package” are $35, which includes the show and catering by “The Meeting Place,” offering a meal that includes a salad bar, a buffet dinner offering variety of entrees, dessert, coffee, tea and three beverage choices. Dinner for the Saturday performances is served at 6:30 p.m. Dinner is served at 12:30 p.m. for the Sunday matinee. Doors open 30 minutes prior to scheduled serving and/or show time. For tickets call 309-238-7878 or visit rvphenry.org. Tickets may be purchased outright at the” Meeting Place” on Wednesday from 10 a.m. to noon.

February card party winners announced

HENNEPIN — The Hennepin Park District held its monthly senior citizen card party on Feb. 22. Winners playing euchre were Miles Crook, Sharon Kunkel, Paulette Trainor, Mary Crook, Janice Dzierzynski, Jerry Bejster, Dave Trainor and Nancy Bejster.

The next card party will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 26, in the Hennepin Park District Community Room. All area senior citizens are invited. Cookies and coffee will be served. For more information, contact the Hennepin Pool at 815-925-7319.

• AMERICORPS

goal of becoming independent by the end of the season. Individuals can access the application and reference form at https:// www.svcc.edu/community/americorps/index. html. The documents need to be printed to fill out. Upon completion, the forms can be emailed (lisa.l.peck@svcc.edu), faxed (815-835-5213) or mailed (ABC AmeriCorps, 173 Illinois Route 2, Dixon, IL 61021). Three references must be on file within 30 days from the interview. Individuals are encouraged to contact the Sauk Valley AmeriCorps Office if they have any questions about the program.

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The “Marvelous” girls, Christine Gaspardo, Deanne Crook, Samantha Farb and Cheyene Sunken, will be back on stage to delight event-goers with music, nostalgia and their quirky sense of humor.

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HENNEPIN FOOD MART $ 59 OUR FAMILY APRIL $ 89 3 2 SAVINGS SALE!! BONELESS BUTTERFLY BLACK ANGUS

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GROCERY SPECIALS

Our Family Flour 5# ..............................................................$1.79 Our Family Powdered or Brown Sugar, 2#.............................3/$4 Our Family Blended, Canola, Vegetable Oil, 48oz .................2/$5 Our Family Very Cherry or Bluberry Pie Filling 21oz...............2/$6 Our Family Aseptic Beef or Chicken Broth, 32oz.................$1.49 Our Family H/D or Regular Foil, 35-75ft.................................2/$5 Assorted Doritos Chips, 10oz ..............................................$2.89 Our Family Egg or Lasagna Noodles, 12oz............................2/$3 Our Family Applesauce, 12oz ..............................................$1.19 Our Family Ripe Olives, 6oz .................................................$1.19 Our Family Napkins, 250ct.....................................................2/$3 Kraft Veleveta Mac and Cheese Dinner, 14oz ........................2/$5 Nabisco Chips Ahoy Cookies 12oz........................................2/$5

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Idaho Russet Potatoes, 5 lb Bag............................................2/$3 Medium Yellow Onions, 3 lb Bag ...........................................2/$3 Grimmmway Baby Peeled Carrots, lb.....................................99¢ Bi-Colored Sweet Corn, Each ................................................4/$2

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Betty Crocker Cake Mixes 15.25oz C O Charmin Essential Bath U Two with Coupon and $15 Order P O N 12 Roll

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MEAT SPECIALS

Tray Pak Boneless Chicken Thighs, lb ....................................99¢ Boneless Beef Short Ribs, lb................................................$3.99 Farmland Sliced Bacon, lb ...................................................$4.99 Our Homemage Garlic Rope Sausage, lb ............................$2.79 Hormel Smoked Porkchops, 15oz .......................................$4.99 Olsen’s Herring Cutlet Fillets, lb ...........................................$3.59

FROZEN FOOD

Snicker or Dove Ice Cream Bars, 3 Pack...............................2/$4 Jacks Pizzas, Each...............................................................4/$11 Our Family Garlic Bread, 16oz ...............................................2/$3 Our Family Beef Ravs, 25oz...................................................2/$6

DAIRY

Our Family Cottage Cheese, 22oz .......................................$2.29 Country Crock Margarine 45oz ............................................$3.49 Pillsbury RTB Cookie Dough, All ............................................2/$5 Land of Lakes Stick Butter, 1# .............................................$3.99

PUB SHOPPE

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Alaskan Pollack Fillets, 10lb Box..........................................16.99 Half Moon Shrimp Rings, 6oz ................................................3.99

$ 99

Tissue

$ 99

SEAFOOD SHOPPE BAKERY

Fresh Baked Hogie Buns, 6 Ct.............................................$1.99 Hawaiian Sweet Sub Buns, 6 Ct ............................................2/$5

Don’t forget to attend the Magnolia Fire Dept. Chicken Fry this Saturday, April 8 at the Magnolia Fire Dept.!!!