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Flooding sinks summer fun

Record rainfall’s impact on area boating and fishing By Dave Cook

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For many people, boating and fishing is a big part of life in the Illinois River Valley. With this

summer’s record rainfall and the slowly receding flood levels, there hasn’t been much opportunity to do either, and it’s had an impact on area anglers, boaters and the businesses that support them.

“It’s been bad. Business is down about 75 percent from normal. Everything at Starved Rock is under water,” said Darrell Culjan, owner of Utica’s Cajun Bait and Tackle. According to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources website, the Starved Rock Visitor Center, it’s main parking lot, picnic area and loading ramp are closed

until further notice. While discussing the summer’s bait sales at Princeton’s Beck’s West, manager Woody Partain shared his thoughts on the weather’s impact. “It’s been really slow, and our bait supplier said it’s been slow across the board,” said Partain. Tom Yourek of Wyanet’s Canal Area Tackle Shop

was the only bait shop contacted who said business was about normal. “Water levels don’t affect us too much near the canal,” said Yourek. Michelle Storm-Leverich of Storm’s Bait and Tackle in Tiskilwa said, “It’s not been good at all. We shut down earlier this summer for safety reasons, but we’re open now.

We felt it was too dangerous for kids to be out near the water when it was so high.” Dave Meyer, sales manager of Spring Valley boat dealership Illinois Valley Outdoor and also a 29-year member of the Spring Valley Boat Club, described the summer from both

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Putnam County welcomes new principal July meeting shows school district in good fiscal shape By Dave Cook

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GRANVILLE — During its meeting Monday, July 20, the Putnam County School Board welcomed Courtney Balestri as the new elementary school principal. Balestri, an Oglesby resident, was previously the co-coordinator with LEASE (LaSalle/Putnam County Educational Alliance for Special Education). “I give a great and hearty welcome to Courtney. We’re very excited about having you join our administrative team and school family. We believe it’s going to be a great thing for all of us. Courtney has a tremendous background in special education. You can’t get better recommendations than the ones Courtney received,” said Superintendent Jay McCracken. The board accepted the resignation of junior high band and chorus teacher David Lombardo. They also began preparations for the search for a new superintendent who will replace McCracken after he retires next year on June 30. McCracken showed why many school districts would envy Putnam County during a presentation on the end-of-year fiscal update. The total ending fund balances were a deficit $183,595. However, if the amount owed by the state at the end of the fiscal year ($187,377.73) is added to the deficit, there would not have been any total deficit spending. The total balVol. 147 No. 48 Two Sections - 28 Pages

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Courtney Balestri ance would actually have increased by $3,782.83. “We have consistently, in the last seven years, had over $2 million in the working cash fund, which is very healthy for a district of our size,” said McCracken. The transportation fund, like in many Illinois school districts, is one of the biggest budget issues. The budgeted fund balance is $223,652. The actual fund balance is a deficit of $40,051 resulting from money owed by the state and increased expenditures in transportation costs. McCracken said he has an upcoming meeting scheduled with the transportation company in order to look for cost-saving measures. The education, maintenance/operations and IMRF funds all showed positive growth, and the working cash, tort and life safety funds all showed minimal differences to the budgeted balances. The district is gearing up for the beginning of the school year — teachers will begin their school year Aug. 13-14 and students will begin their new year on Aug. 17.

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Lather, rinse, repeat Bobbi Toepper, 18, of Magnolia, bathes Clark, her crossbred steer, in preparation for the show ring during the Marshall-Putnam Counties 4-H fair which was held July 14-17. Toepper has been a member of 4-H for 10 years. The fair saw 150 members from nine clubs enter more than 800 projects animals for judging.

Lyme bites Lyme disease becoming more prevalent across the nation By Eric Engel

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Editor’s note: This is the first of a two-part series on Lyme disease. According to a new government study published Wednesday, July 15, Lyme disease danger zones in the United States have doubled in the last

decade. Lyme disease is a tickborne illness caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi. Deer ticks carry the bacterium and relay it to humans and animals they’ve latched onto. According to the study, there are 260 counties in the nation where the number of Lyme disease cases is double of

what’s expected in relation to each county’s population, compared to 130 cases a decade ago. The Northeast and upper Midwest remain the most concentrated areas, but the study reports Lyme disease is spreading in all directions. Those who contract Lyme disease often times will notice a red bump at the site of the tick bite that develops into a rash in a bulls-eye pattern after a few days, surrounded by a red outer

ring. Flu-like symptoms, including fever, chills, fatigue, body aches and headaches, accompany the rash. If left untreated, Lyme disease can result in joint pain and swelling, most notably in the knees, after just a few weeks. Some cases have developed neurological problems including numbness and weakness in the limbs and impaired muscle movement, even years down the road.

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Kyle Fogle’s journey into the world of high fashion By Dave Cook

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Kyle Fogle, formerly of McNabb, survived life threatening injuries and went onto win the “The Model Idea.” fortable around people. I feel like I’m one of them now. I’m just another different person in the melting pot of Chicago. I’ve been accepted, and I’m in the community, and they value my opinions,” said Fogle. Fogle plans on giving back, too. When he was in the hospital, his family was able to stay close because of the Ronald McDonald House. He has since walked in a fashion show benefiting the charity and was able to meet the head of it and thank him for the help it provided his family. He’s also gone to the burn clinic at Loyola Hospital to visit a boy who was seriously burned. “I got to speak to him and build his spirits up a bit because what he was going through was much worse than what I went through, at least from my viewpoint. With his age and the trauma he’s going through, I don’t know how he’s doing it. He was very

depressed, and it’s inevitable when you’re going through that much pain; but I feel like I was able to build his confidence and help him understand he will get better, even if it’s only 1 percent a day. You have to be able to take that time and fight and get stronger,” said Fogle. Fogle plans on teaching part-time at Illinois Valley Community College this fall. He’ll be teaching “Human Anatomy Lab” while continuing his modeling/acting work in Chicago. He will also be walking in New York Fashion Week as one of his prizes from the show, and Fogle and co-winner, Mikayla Pekala, will be campaigning across Michigan, Minnesota and Illinois for suicide prevention, anti-bullying and Live Out Loud charities. “Instead of a small fish, I feel like a medium fish in the big pond. I’m not a big fish by any means, but I’ve been accepted. I’m part of it now,” said Fogle.

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Lyme From Page 1 Kurt Kuchle, the director of health protection at the Bureau Putnam County Health Department, said one case of Lyme disease has been reported in Putnam County over the last three years, with seven cases reported in Bureau County during that time. He noted that general antibiotics will cure most cases within a few weeks, but catching the ailment in its infancy is not the only obstacle.

Flooding From Page 1 perspectives. Standing in a quiet showroom and looking out at an empty parking lot he said, “It’s really hurt us; it’s slowed down a lot compared to a typical summer. I’ve seen higher water levels, but I’ve never seen it in a flood stage for so long.” As a boat club member he said, “We’ve not only cancelled the steak fry this weekend, but it’s been a whole summer’s worth of social events which have been cancelled. This is the least amount I’ve ever used my boat in the summer. I haven’t been boating since Memorial Day weekend.” Meyer did see one silver lining in the storm clouds though. “I am saving gas

“Deer ticks are so small that many cases can go undiagnosed, while other cases are misdiagnosed,” said Kuchle, as baby deer ticks can be as small as the head of a pencil. Allison Spayer, the veterinarian at McNabb Veterinary, said Lyme disease is diagnosed pretty frequently, mostly in dogs, in Bureau, Putnam and LaSalle counties. “We’ve had 17 dogs with Lyme disease here at the McNabb Veterinary since Jan. 1,” said Spayer, who reiterated Kuchle in saying many dogs with Lyme

disease are not diagnosed. “They develop a fever, lameness in their front or back legs, stiffness and swelling in their joints and they act very lethargic.” Spayer noted putting a dog on a three-week cycle of the antibiotic doxycycline should cure the disease, but in some cases, Lyme disease can become dormant in the animal only to reappear. For a look at prevention techniques, as well as a personal account of how Lyme disease affects a person, see the next edition of the Putnam County Record.

money,” he said, laughing. Deborah Sluder, of the Starved Rock Marina in Ottawa said all of their launches were open, and business is getting better. “We have an advantage of being ahead of the lock and dam; the flooding wasn’t as bad here as in other areas. The Coast Guard did shut our area down for awhile though when rafters ignored the safety warnings and went out on the water anyway,” said Sluder. Bob Bittner, Lake Thunderbird Homeowner’s Association president and frequent fisherman said Lake Thunderbird has been extremely lucky. “We got some good rain early in the summer, but since then, it’s all gone around us in different directions. Most of the

storms have only brought small amounts; it’s all just been luck. The lake is fine,” said Bittner. With the water still well above flood levels and the length of time it’s taking to recede, the boating forecast does not look good for the rest of summer. Even if boaters do get to see a loading ramp later this summer, there’s still some peril involved. “If you did go out, it’s really risky with all of the debris in the water. Then you’re facing some expensive repairs,” said Meyer. Fishing will continue to be a challenge as well with limited access to fishing areas and the affect that flooding has on current, temperature and visibility. Anglers should stay positive though, there’s always ice fishing.

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Obituaries Nellie ‘Nell’ Obermiller PERU — Nellie “Nell” (Keyt) Obermiller, 86, of Peru passed away Monday, July 20, 2015, at Illinois Valley Community Hospital in Peru. She was born Oct. 1, 1928, in Lostant to Mylo and Florence (Newsome) Keyt. She married John M. Obermiller on July 11, 1959, at St. John’s Church in Lostant. She worked at Blue Cross and Blue Shield in LaSalle and was a secretary for many attorneys in LaSalle. She was a member of St. Hyacinth’s Church in LaSalle. She enjoyed bowling and was in the senior league at the Super Bowl in Peru. She Obermiller sang in the Harmonaires for many years and volunteered at IVCH in Peru and was a member of the hospital’s auxiliary. But most of all, Nell enjoyed spending time with her family. She is survived by one sister, Jane (Bill) Migliorini of Mark; one brother, William

(Loretta) Keyt of Brimfield; several nieces and nephews; and two sisters-in-law, Agnes Salerno and Lucille Martin, both of Decatur. She was preceded in death by her husband, John M. Obermiller, on Sept. 1, 1987. A Mass of Christian Burial was at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 23, at St. Hyacinth’s Church in LaSalle with the Rev. Paul Carlson, officiating. Burial followed at St. John’s Cemetery in Lostant. Visitation was from 9:30 a.m. to 10:50 a.m. Thursday at the church. Pallbearers were Bill Migliorini Jr., Ken Migliorini, Michael Migliorini, Dan Keyt, Andy Keyt, Rich Casey and Craig Jessen Sr. Memorial contributions may be directed to the donor’s choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Mueller Funeral Home in Peru. The online guestbook may be viewed and remembrances shared at www.MuellerFH.com.

Joyce Epley GRANVILLE — Joyce A. (Reed) Epley, 94, of Granville, formerly of Magnolia, passed away at 10:24 a.m. Monday, July 20, 2015, in Heritage Health in Normal with her family by her side. Joyce was born June 29, 1921, in Braintree in Essex, England, to James and Grace (Melbourne) Reed. She married Clarence R. Epley on Jan. 11, 1944, in Braintree. Joyce retired from the Putnam County School District after serving as head cook at the John Swaney School in McNabb. She was an active Epley member of the Magnolia Methodist Church and the Putnam County Achievement Center, serving on various boards and councils. She loved knitting, gardening and reading. She also loved winning a game of Scrabble with her daughters and occasionally spent time working on picture puzzles. Joyce was an avid Chicago Bulls and Chicago Cubs fan, watching them play regularly, win or lose. Survivors include three sons, James (Bonnie) Epley of Magnolia, Kevin

(Karen) Epley of Chatham and Stephen (Rhonda) Epley of Ladd; four daughters, Carol (Tate) Schmitt of Henry, Jacqueline (Steven) Wright of Washington, D.C., Elizabeth (Roger) Bunte of Beecher and Cynthia (Tom) O’Connor of Bloomington; 20 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and one brother, Norman of Toronto, Canada. She was preceded in death by her husband on March 25, 2007; one daughter, Linda (Epley) Coleman; one son, Clarence R. Epley Jr.; one great-granddaughter; and four brothers and three sisters. Services were at noon Friday, July 24, in the Magnolia Methodist Church with the Rev. Kristie Hopp and the Rev. Dick Piscatelli officiating. Burial was in the Henry Cemetery immediately following the service. Visitation was from 10 a.m. to noon Friday at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Magnolia United Methodist Church or the Putnam County Achievement Center in Standard. The Helmer-Shields Funeral Home in Granville is assisting the family with arrangements.

Patricia Allen GRANVILLE — Patricia “Patty” Allen, 73, of Granville passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2015, at her home.

Cremation rites have been accorded. The Dysart-Cofoid Funeral Chapel, Granville, is assisting the family with the arrangements.

PUTNAM — Lloyd A.N. Larson, 86, of Putnam passed away Friday, July 17, 2015, in Advocate Sherman Hospital in Elgin. He was born July 20, 1928, in Florid to Karl and Olga (Olson) Larson. He married Peggy Yontz on June 22, 1958, in Kentucky. He retired from the U.S. Army after 20 years. He served his country in the Korean and Vietnam wars. He was inducted in the Army in 1951 and retired in 1971 with the rank of major. He was also a farmer his entire life. Surviving are three sons, Karl Eric (Margaret Williams) Larson of Elgin, John

Arthur (Nicole) Larson of Willmette and Nels Olaf (Diana) Larson of Castle Rock, Colo.; five grandchildren; and two sisters, Ramona Noll of Arlington and Jean Strack of Arlington Heights. He was preceded in death by his wife, Peggy, in 2003; and two sisters. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, in the Helmer-Shields Funeral Home, Granville, with Pastor Tom Schrock officiating. Burial will be in the Hennepin Cemetery with full military honors by the Granville American Legion, VFW and U.S. Army. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service.

Eugene Greider PUTNAM — Eugene William Greider, 67, of Putnam and Lantana, Fla., passed away Friday, July 24, 2015, in Trust Bridge Health in Florida. Gene was born Aug. 23, 1947, in Columbia, Pa., to Marlin and Mary (Reisinger) Greider. He married Kathleen Hallen June 24, 1982, in Hanover Park. Gene graduated from Willowbrook High School. He spent his lifelong career as a fabricator and talented craftsmen in the sign industry at Latter Fab Inc. and Designs and Signs by Anderson. Gene served in the U.S. Army from 1966 to 1968 as a military policeman. Gene’s patriotism and pride of having served his country remained with him for the rest of his life. Gene’s passions were fishing, cruising the water and supporting plays at the Kravis Center in West Palm Beach, Fla. He especially liked stretching his legs in

the box seats and last but not least, “Da Bears.” Gene is survived by his wife of 33 years, Kathy; two sons, Justin of Lantana, Fla., and Bradley of Lake Thunderbird, Putnam; his parents, Marlin and Mary Greider of Villa Park; two sisters, Anita Greider of Villa Park and Linda (Steve) Lambe of Wheaton; and one brother, Wayne (Carol) Greider of South Carolina. Funeral services were at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 28, in St Mary’s Catholic Church in Henry with Fr. Harold Murphy officiating. Burial was in Calvary Cemetery in Henry with full military honors. Visitation was held prior to the services Tuesday, from 10 to 11 a.m., in the church. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to gofundme.com/b34m7x7dc to defray medical costs. The Helmer-Shields Funeral Home in Granville assisted the family with the arrangements.

Virginia Hagberg HENNEPIN — Virginia L. Hagberg, 87, of Hennepin passed away Thursday, July 23, 2015, in the Spring Valley Nursing Center Spring Valley. She was born Aug. 10, 1927, in Newport, Ark., to Ransom and Odie (Free) Hayden. She married Roy Hagberg in 1966 in Chicago. She was an office clerk at the Children’s Covenant Home in Princeton. She was a member of P.C.A.S. Methodist Church in Hennepin. Surviving are three sons, Robert Dockins of McNabb, and Larry Dockins and Randy Dockins, both of Peotone; one daughter, Margie Bailey of Deland, Fla.;

one stepson, Neil Hagberg of Michigan; 11 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; four brothers, Ransom Hayden of Arkansas, Oscar Hayden of Arkansas, Carroll Hayden of Missouri and Milton Hayden of Indiana; one sister, Elizabeth Martins of Florida; and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Richard and Billy Hayden; and one sister, Margaret. Per Virginia’s request, private funeral services were held. The Helmer-Shields Funeral Home in Granville assisted the family with the arrangements.

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The Editorial Page Sam R Fisher

Terri Simon

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Editor

Not that kind of family My dad’s 78th birthday was this month, and since I’m in the unique position of being able to write a column he’ll see in his newspaper, I’m going to dig deep and say things I will never likely say to his face. You see, when I was growing up, people in my family didn’t talk about their feelings, and as years passed by, that habit stuck. Some of my siblings and I joke about how my family is comprised of robots who are uncomfortable with human emotion. Even through serious health problems and illnesses, we’ll joke and avoid talking about feelings. We’re great at parties and if you want to have some laughs, but we’re terrible at COMMENTARY the real stuff ... the stuff that matters. The few times any of us attempted to step outside our comfort zone and discuss real feelings and emotions, we were met with uncomfortable silence and awkward pats on the back. It’s not that we don’t love each other; we just prefer not to talk about it. It’s an unspoken rule in my family — you don’t hug each other and you try to never cry. It’s been said the British keep a stiff upper lip; well, the person who coined that phrase obviously never met the Crawley family. We were doing that flawlessly before any of us had ever heard that phrase. When my first child was born, I made a decision that I would change that — at least in my own family. My family would be expected to share our feelings, hug and kiss, and tell one another how much we love each other. As I looked at my son’s perfect little face in the hospital, I couldn’t imagine not kissing it every day. It’s a promise I’ve kept. My children know one of my favorite things to do is snuggle them, and I’m always telling them how much I love them. I plan to keep on giving them kisses and hugs, even if they begin to think they are too cool for that. In my younger years, I’m sure there were hugs and kisses in my family, too. It just stopped at some point in my early years. But my parents showed us they loved us in other ways, and I truly didn’t realize when I was younger that other families displayed affection through hugs and kisses. The way we displayed affection was through teasing and ridicule. Even though my family never hugged, we had a lot of great times together. When I was a child, my dad would take us on the occasional long nature walk through the ravines and fields of Lake Thunderbird. Now I like to joke it was survival of the fittest meant to trim the grocery bill my parents faced from having nine kids — I was a little worried during these epic journeys one of us wouldn’t come back, but I was determined if there was a survivor, it would be me. At times, our winter hikes were so long and so cold I wasn’t sure I would keep all my toes. Somehow I always did. And the self-diagnosed frostbite was worth it; I love those memories. My dad went prom dress shopping with me, and waited patiently as I tried on dress after dress. A man of few words at most times, he didn’t have to tell me which dress he liked best — I could see it in his face when I walked out of the dressing room. That’s the dress I chose and the one that still hangs in a closet at my house. When I look at it now, I don’t think of prom night — I think of the afternoon we spent picking it out. He sat with me at the hospital after my numerous neck operations. Having him there helped me immensely because I was desperately trying to smile my way through a dire situation just to make him feel better about it. Instead of wallowing in self pity, I laughed more than I thought possible and pushed myself to recover as fast as I could. These days, my parents, siblings and I are dipping our toes in the pool, emotionally speaking. A recent email from my mom was signed, Love, Mom. My dad wrote on a Facebook post that he loved me when I wished him happy birthday. These are baby steps, but they are progress. But I’ve realized what it boils down to in the end is this: Words are cheap, and actions speak much louder than words. You know what’s better than being told you are loved? Feeling you are loved. And my parents told me they loved me every day without

Shannon Serpette

First Person Sandy Hrasch Town: Hennepin. Family: Dave (husband), Nicole (25), Allison (23), and John (20). Occupation: Manager of the Hennepin Pool. What was your first job: Lifeguard at Fish-n-Fun. What is your favorite movie: “West Side Story.” What is your favorite book: “Betty Crocker Cookbook.”

What is the best concert you’ve been to: Billy Joel. If you met a genie who granted you one wish, what would you wish for: Good health for my family. What’s the hardest thing you’ve ever done: Answer this question. Where do you most want to travel, but have never been: Hawaii. What is one thing you’re truly passionate about: Being a mother. What is your favorite area restaurant, and what do you like to order there: Mi Margarita; peach margarita. What is something you like about your hometown: Everyone watches out for each other. Is there anything you would change: No … I wouldn’t be the same person without the same life experiences.

It all happens for a reason It was 9 p.m. It had been a very long day. Neither of us had eaten anything all day, and I was really thirsty. We decided to stop at a gas station in Kewanee to get a cold drink. I handed my friend $2, and while she went into the convenience store, I got out of the truck to throw something away in the garbage can next to the front door. As I returned to the truck — which by the way was still running, I immediately got this sinking feeling in my stomach. The doors to the truck Terri Simon were locked, and we were both outside the vehicle. I swear I didn’t lock that door ... I know I didn’t. Nevertheless, we were locked out. Inside the truck were our purses and our cell phones. The only money we had was a few cents of change from the $2 spent on our cold drinks. The looks on our faces were ... shall we say, incredulous. I went into the store and asked the clerk if she would call the police to help us get our doors unlocked. The lady told me the Kewanee Police no longer open locked vehicles. I would need to call a locksmith or a towing company. A lot of dollar signs flashed through my mind. A young lady, maybe in her early 20s, asked if we had locked ourselves out of our vehicle. She gladly

offered her boyfriend’s assistance, saying he gets into locked cars all the time ... I didn’t even want her to explain that statement, but we gladly accepted the help. Bless his heart. He tried to get into the truck for about 20 minutes but was unsuccessful. By this time, the crowd watching the action from inside the store was having a good time ... at our expense. Many were snacking on items as they watched ... Did I mention we were hungry, and to add insult to injury, the drive-thru lane at the McDonald’s next door was spitting out bags of burgers and the like to a long line of customers, who I knew weren’t as hungry as we were. It was at this time another fellow saw our dilemma and asked if we needed help. “I’ve got a lock set at home; if you can wait 10 minutes, I’ll be right back,” he said. We had no idea what a “lock set” was, but yes ... we would wait, since we clearly weren’t going anywhere. Ten minutes passed. Twenty minutes passed. I had about given up, though my friend was sure he would show ... and he did. I think the crowd inside the store applauded when he pulled up behind our truck and got to work. We held the flashlight, and as he worked, we tried to help the best we could. The guy — a complete stranger — was young and energet-

ic and anxious to succeed. Finally, after about 15 minutes ... SUCCESS! The doors popped open, and all three of us cheered. I immediately went for my purse to get this fellow some cash for his efforts. “No. You don’t have to give me anything,” Brian said. But of course we did. A locksmith or the towing service would have cost a bundle. I didn’t mind giving him cash for his efforts and getting us on our way again. But then he said something that made us stop short in our tracks. The idea of eating dinner seemed as unimportant as being locked out of our vehicle. “You know,” he said. “I’ve been having kind of a rough time. A couple of weeks ago, I thought that maybe life wasn’t worth living. I talked to a buddy of mine, and he said he understood, but he wanted me to try something for a few days. My buddy said, ‘Get up every day, and plan on doing something positive for someone else.’ ... You are my positive today,” he said with a smile. To this day, I would about bet my last dollar that I didn’t lock that truck door when I got out. Divine intervention? Perhaps. But the bigger story is what I’ve always believed ... everything happens for a reason. In the throes of a catastrophe, Brian made that crystal clear. Putnam County Record Editor Terri Simon can be reached at tsimon@putnamcountyrecord.com.

Considerations by Nedda

The Russian River

Many of us have memories of places that have stayed with us. One of mine is a trip we took to California for a resource, conservation and development national meeting. Someone suggested we drive to the coast to a small restaurant overlooking the Pacific Ocean for dinner. The windows overlooked the entire beach and the Russian River that ran down to meet the ocean. The road there is winding and through low coastal mountains. The old timber bordered the road, and it took a while from Santa Rosa where we were staying. It was sunset, and people were gathering to watch; but they were

Nedda Simon COMMENTARY

far enough we could not know they were building fires on the dunes that held enough drift to block the wind and warm them. High dunes protected the beach itself, and the fires were built on those ridges. The people looked so small and unimportant. The red-orange circle seemed to move faster now; the sky turned to pink, purple-blue, and as it darkened, the ocean became a slate table, waiting for the sun to come to

actually saying the words. They told me through the sacrifices they made and the time they spent with me.

it in its final sigh of the day. Now the fires began to spark and flame in the air, and there was the ocean, the purple river giving into it, the stretch of the dunes framing a picture that only a master painter could imagine. We stood quietly. There was nothing to say; subdued by the sight. Hold on to your memories; they can lift you when things get tough and there seems no way out. Bring them up and give into a softer time and place for a while. Then move on. Thank you for letting me share this ... and let us remember to be kind. Nedda Simon of rural Princeton can be reached at neddasimon@ ymail.com.

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

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Sports BC Blaze to hold tryouts PRINCETON — The Bureau County Blaze Girls Fastpitch Softball team will hold tryout dates for the 2015-16 season at the Malden Grade School field. Ten and under tryouts will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, July 31; and tryouts for 12 and under will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 30 and from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 2. For more information and to register, call 815719-0365.

Fundraiser planned for ball diamond

MAGNOLIA — A fundraiser for the new ball diamond in Magnolia will be Saturday, Aug. 22, at LJ’s in Magnolia. There will be a live auction at noon. Donations of auction items are being taken. Contact Peggy at 815-257-0707 or Laurie at 815-257-7051. All proceeds go toward building the new diamond. The fundraiser is sponsored by the village of Magnolia.

‘Boo’ Milby 5K Memory Run/Walk LASALLE — A special one-mile walk will be held at the “Boo” Milby 5K Memory Run/Walk on Saturday, Aug. 12. The walk will be the Illinois Valley Alzheimer’s Group. The event will be held at Northwest School, 229 O’Connor Ave. in LaSalle. The entry fee is $20 before Aug. 12 and $5 on the day of the walk. Check in on race day starts at 6:45 a.m. Race will start at 8 a.m. Each participant will receive a T-shirt on race day. For information or to register, call 815-2231885, 815-228-1858 and 815-339-6465.

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Workers have been busy since the first of June to restore the bike path along the Hennepin Canal between Bureau and Tiskilwa by installing a 500-foot sea wall, putting in many truckloads of sand and dirt and hauling loads of boulders to help prevent future erosion.

Bike path work progressing 500-foot sea wall constructed to help prevent erosion By Lyle Ganther lganther@bcrnews.com

Workers began putting rock in Big Bureau Creek Monday, July 20, in the continuing project to repair the Hennepin Canal bike path between Locks 6 and 7 between Bureau and Tiskilwa. “The project is coming together,” said Scott Dekeyser, superintendent of Phoenix Corporation of Port Byron, the firm hired to shore up the canal’s levee that had been eroded away by Bureau Creek’s water during numerous floods over the years. Dekeyser said 2,800 tons of rip rap boulders weighing between 200 to 500 pounds each will be placed in Big Bureau Creek next to a 500-foot long sea wall designed to prevent further erosion of the bike path once it is finished. The sea wall was placed 45 feet in the ground by another contractor.

Twelve trucks are hauling the boulders this week from Vermilion Quarry near Oglesby to the job site. Each truck can carry 14 tons of boulders at a time, meaning about 200 truckloads will eventually be hauled to the site. About 2,000 tons of sand was also hauled to the site to help in draining water from the bike path. More dirt will be trucked there from a site north of Tiskilwa to bring up the bike path to its former height. Dekeyser estimates the work will be done by the end of August or first of September depending on weather. Work first began June 9 on the bike path repair project with truckloads of gravel hauled to be placed on the bike path to allow for the heavier trucks to drive on the bike path designed for bikes, hikers and horses. Comment on this story at www.bcrnews.com.

Edgewood Ladies League MCNABB — Edgewood Ladies League members golfed on July 21. The play of the day was odd holes. A Flight winner was Cyndi Palm. B Flight winner was Donna Berry. C Flight winner was Dee Khoury. Palm had low gross. Catherine Gregorich, Betty Lequia and Khoury had low putts. Kathy Kline had a birdie and a chip-in.

PCR photo/Lyle Ganther

This picture was taken the first of June when work first began on restoring the bike path along the Hennepin Canal between Tiskilwa and Bureau. Bureau Creek had eroded the bike path during many floods over the years to the point where the path was closed earlier this year when it was too dangerous to use.

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Community Free movie Night in the Park at Standard Library STANDARD — The Putnam County Public Library District will offer a free movie night in the park for children and families of all ages at 8:30 p.m. Friday, July 31. Presented at the Standard Community Park in Standard, the PG rated movie, “Strange Magic,” is a film of goblins, elves, fairies and imps, and their misadventures sparked by the battle over a powerful love potion. The movie run time is 99 minutes. Movie-goers can enjoy free popcorn and drinks at this free program. The event is open to the public, and convenient parking is

HENRY — New “Down In The Barn” activities for children were held July 11 during the Marshall-Putnam Fair. In the Cutest Little Farmer contest, boys and girls dressed as farmers. In the boys’ group, 2 to 4 years old, the winners were Carter Keller of McNabb, first place; Jacob Brown of Magnolia, second place; and Korbyn Lutz of Moweaqua, third place. In the boys’ group, 5 to 7 years old, the winners were Eli Brown of Magnolia, first place. In the girls’ group, 2 to 4 years old, the winners were Kira Lutz of Moweaqua, first place. In the 5 to 7

years old group, winners were Kendra Story of Henry, first place, and Isabelle Knuckey of Henry, second place. For the group of 8 to 10 years old, winners were Kylee Cook of Toluca, first place; Liz Knuckey of Henry, second place; and Sophia Brown of Magnolia, third place. The ponytail contest was held with 12 girls entering. In the group 2 and under, winners were: Lexi Lutz of Assumption, first place. In the group of 3 to 5 years old, winners were Kendra Story of Henry, first place; Keira Knapp of Manhattan, Kan., second place; and Gia Catton of Phoenix, Ariz., third place. In the

group of 6 to 8 years old, winners were Issy Catton of Phoenix, Ariz., first place; Cecily Stash of Northbrook, second place; and Sam Nauman of Henry, third place. In the final group, 9 to 11 years old, winners were Sophia Brown of Magnolia, first place; Kylee Cook of Toluca, second place; and Dayton Maubach of Henry, third place. The Decorated Diaper Contest was held for children 18 months and younger. The Prettiest Diaper first-place winner was Jax Nauman of Henry. The Craziest Diaper firstplace winner was Cassidy Leech of Riverview, Fla.

M-P Fair announces 2015 award winners available at the Putnam County Community Center located at 128 First St., Standard. For more information on library programs, call 815-925-7020.

Back to School Brain Games Night in McNabb MCNABB — On Wednesday, Aug. 12, at 4 p.m., the Putnam County Public Library in McNabb will host a Back to School Brain Games Night for children in elementary school. During the program, children will explore the answers to questions. Enjoy a night of fun activities and

‘Down In The Barn’ activity winners announced

wacky science experiments as kids enjoy the magic in learning and discover the science behind the magic of these exciting brain games. This program is free and open to the public. For more information, call the McNabb Branch Library at 815-882-2378.

HENRY — The Dairy, Apiary and Culinary Department of the Marshall-Putnam Fair announced winners of the 2015 awards. The Special Adult Baking Award went to Donald Knuckey Jr. of Henry. Under the Special Food Pres-

ervation Awards for preserves, jams and jellies category, the award went to Margaret Langner of Sparland. In the category of fruits, vegetables, pickles and relishes, the winner was Marilyn Wolf of Peru. The Red Star Yeast Co. LLC spon-

sors awards for exhibitors in the art of yeast baking. Red Star donates coupons, Red Star Yeast packets and Red Star cooking utensils. Winners for 2015 include Diane Wier of Lacon, Ann Turner of Chillicothe and Donald Knuckey Jr. of Henry.

Winners announced in food art contest HENRY — ​ The second annual Food Art Contest was held July 11 at the Marshall-Putnam Fair, for classes Bountiful Fruits, Vibrant Vegetables and Cutie Cupcakes. Items were judged on originality, appearance and motif. Winners

were: Bountiful Fruits — Angela Mekley of Henry, first place; Lynn Cook of Toluca, second place; and Kylee Cook of Toluca, third place. Vibrant Vegetables — Lynn Cook of Toluca, first place; Kylee Cook of

Toluca, second place; and Donald Knuckey Jr. of Henry, third place. Cutie Cupcakes — Angela Mekley of Henry, first place; Jena Thacker of Wenona, second place; and Diane Barnickle of Wenona, third place.

Winners announced in hat contest HENRY — The Marshall-Putnam Fair third annual wine tasting, held July 8, was hosted by Old Mill Vineyard of Metamora. Along with wine tasting, music was pro-

vided by Craig Gerdes. The event was topped off with the Derby Hat Contest. The most original hat was won by Jim Johnson of Peru. Judges’

choice winner was Krystal Leonard of Putnam County. The best theme hat, “Barn In The U.S.AFair,” was Carol Kocher-Monier of Sparland.

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History and development of Putnam County Schools prior to consolidation Editor’s note: This is the last of three articles submitted by the Putnam County CUSD #535 School District to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the formation of the school district. The articles are written by Gil Tonozzi, Bill Ellena and Joe Massino, all former administrators at Putnam County Schools. Throughout the 1990s and into the turn of the century, Putnam County School District continued to show improvement. Technology continued in the advancement of educational programs that assisted teachers in the classrooms. The use of iPads and Kindles made learning for students easier and much more fun. Chrome books are being introduced as the newest technological teaching tool. All of these innovations have put Putnam County Schools on the cutting edge of modern education. The school district is a leader in the area in the use of modern technology. Looking back since consolidation occurred, the elementary school has seen the development of an all-day kindergarten program, the first one to be offered in the area. As the leader in the all-day

kindergarten program, several area school districts patterned their programs after the Putnam County program. Full-time music, art and physical education became a part of the regular curriculum. Guided reading programs included phonics to aid in the development of comprehension was added to the curriculum. Modern technology became a necessary ingredient to keep the educational program current. Curricular advancements continued on the junior high school level as well. A major improvement included the transition from the junior high school form of instruction to the middle school concept. Middle school focused on core areas of instruction such as exploratory, advisory, team meeting time, interdisciplinary learning and VIP (very important puma). Other areas of advancement included technological advancement, 1-1 computer initiative, Common Core state standards, and girls’ athletics and other extracurricular teams. Meanwhile, the Putnam County High School continued to add to its curriculum. The Putnam Coun-

ty College Start Program was added. This program enables students to enroll in college credit courses offered through Illinois Valley Community College and receive both high school and college credit. Also, a summer school program was introduced to assist students with the opportunity to make up credits and to add course offerings to their programs toward graduation. Online course opportunities were added enabling Putnam County High School students to enroll in online credit courses offered at Putnam County High School. During this time Lostant High School was deactivated, and many of the students from the Lostant High School selected Putnam County High School to complete their high school education. This influx of students caused the enrollment of Putnam County High School to swell. Girls’ athletics and other curricular and extra-curricular teams were added. Also, numerous class offerings were updated along with the addition of new offerings to the curriculum. To err is human — this was written by three retired humans.

St. Margarett’s

Scho ool & Sports Phy ysicals Cost $25.00

Friday

May 15

Hall HS (Spring Valley)

1 PM - 3 PM

Thurs

May 21

St Bede @ SMH

Noon - 2 PM

Thurs

July 30

Putnam Co HS (Granville)

4 PM - 7 PM

Tues

Aug 4

JFK (Spring Valley)

4 PM - 7 PM

Thurs

Aug 6

DePue HS

10 AM - 1 PM

Thurs

Aug 6

Hall HS

2 PM - 4 PM

Limited school physicals available. Parents are encouraged to contact their primary care physician or pediatrician for their child’s school physical. Immunization records are required for school physicals. School/Sports Physicals provided. Cash or checks made out to St. Margaret’s Health IPA is accepted – Need to bring card with. FORMS should be completed before coming to the physical. FORMS must be signed by parents if under 18. Please go to www.aboutsmh.org to download appropriate form prior to examination. Please call (815) 664-1440 for more information.

M-P Fair winners announced HENRY — The Marshall-Putnam Fair Special Events Committee sponsored many contests for the 2015 fair. In spirit of the “Barn In The U.S.A” Fair theme, a barnyard search contest which was held on the fairgrounds for children 12 and under. Winners were Chloe Hartwig of Henry, first place; Jackson Webster of Singapore, second place; and Rachel Eckert of Henry, third place. Another themed event was the barn hunt held in the local parks of Marshall and Putnam counties. The winner of the $25 drawing for finding the clay barn was Hannah Gorisek of Granville. A pre-fair event included a coloring contest for children 13 and under. In the group for 7 and under, winners were Jayden Koch of Lacon, first place; Taylor Whited of Bloomington, second place; and Kiara Gooff, third place. In the group of 8 to 13 year olds, winners were Kylee Cook of Toluca, first place; Jerica Kull of Washburn, second

place; and Sophia Brown of Magnolia, third place. Opening the M-P Fair was the popular Kroger kookie stacking contest. In the age group 7 and under, winners were Felise Groom of Henry, first place; Breckyn Groom of Henry, second place; and Xavier Keener of Hollowayville. third place. In the age group of 8 to 12, winners were Sophia Brown of Magnolia, first place; Bella Gaspardo of Henry, second place; and Isabella Brown of Magnolia, third place. The highest kookie stacker for the 13 and older group included Donald Knuckey Jr. of Henry, first place; Larry Story of Henry, second place; and Megan Monier of Sparland, third place. Friday at the fair started with Barnyard Follies, games for children 12 and under. The crazy cookie decorating contest winners for 7 and under were Harper Schrock of Henry, first place; Kendra Story of Henry, second place; and Jacob Brown of Magnolia, third place. In the age group 8-12, winners

were Isabella Brown of Magnolia, first place; Sophia Brown of Magnolia, second place; and Lacy Klemencic of Henry, third place. The all-time favorite decorated raw potato contest had 34 entries this year. The 7 and under group winners were Harper Schrock of Henry, first place; Bobby Gaspardo of Henry, second place; and Kendra Story of Henry, third place. In the 8 to 13 age group, the winners were Braden Schrock of Henry, first place; Kylee Cook of Toluca, second place; and Abbie Stanbary of Henry, third place. For the group 14 and older, winners were Lynn Cook of Toluca, first place; Heidi Harrison of Henry, second place; and Olivia Brown of Magnolia, third place. Winning the nursing home/caregiver exhibit items were St. Joseph Home of Lacon, first place; Heartland Health Care Center of Henry, second place; and Heritage Manor of Chillicothe, third place.

PCHS Class of 1975 plans reunion GRANVILLE — The Putnam County High School Class of 1975 will hold its 40th reunion starting at 6 p.m. Oct. 3 at Verucchi’s Ristorante in Spring Valley. The charge for the family style chicken is $20 per person. There will be a cash bar. For more information, contact Kathi Corcoran Bly at 815-252-0885 or Mary Ann Gleason Brouwer 815-866-7485 (call or text).

Celebrating

Annual

Athletic Booster Club

Golf Outing

the Anniversary

50

of Putnam th County Schools

August 8, 2015 Edgewood Golf Course • McNabb, IL $$$ 1st Place Prize

$$$$ Hole in One

4 Person Best Ball Scramble

$60 Per Golfer

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First Come First Serve Sign-up Online at www. pcboosterclub.com. Sign-up sheet will also be at the golf course. Questions? Email panthers@pcbosterclub.com

All proceeds go towards Boys & Girls Golf and PC Athletics

Drinks, Food, Entertainment & Games

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Well water test kits are available in Peoria and Marshall counties Many private water wells have been exposed to flood waters which can pose a public health hazard. Flood waters carry contaminants such as parasites, bacteria and viruses from backed up septic systems and other sources. All wells that have been exposed to flood waters should be tested prior to use to help ensure the water is safe to drink. The Peoria City/County Health Department and the Marshall County Health Department have water well test kits and disinfection information free of charge to county residents with wells that have been exposed to flood waters. Test kits and information are available at the Peoria City/County Health Department, 2116 N. Sheridan, Peoria, and at the Marshall County Health Department, 319 Sixth St., Lacon, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Wil Hayes, director of environmental health at both health departments, urges residents to clean and test wells. “Water wells should be disinfected using standard procedures listed on our website at www. pcchd.org. Once the water

recedes from around water wells, it is important that flooded water wells be thoroughly pumped, allowed to recharge naturally, and disinfected before sampling. This process is necessary for complete disinfection of the well and may take up to several days to complete.” The water well kits test for coliform bacteria and include clean up guidelines for buildings, instructions for chlorinating the well, collecting the water sample for analysis, and a shipping label with specific timeframe instructions for mailing the sample to the designated lab. The test kit is free. After the lab completes the test analysis on the water sample, the results will be sent to the local health department to interpret. The health department will notify the homeowner of the final test results, usually 7 to 10 business days. Residents who want additional well tests such as nitrates/ nitrites should contact a private laboratory service. “After flooding occurs,” Hayes added, “it is also recommended to have your total water well system checked by a qualified electrician, well contractor or pump contractor.”

A check of your well by a qualified water well contractor may include: • A flow test to determine system output, along with a check of the water level before and during pumping (if possible), pump motor performance (check amp load, grounding and line voltage), pressure tank and pressure switch contact, and general water quality (odor, cloudiness, etc.). • A well equipment inspection to assure it is sanitary and meets local code. • A test of your water for coliform bacteria and nitrates, and anything else of local concern. • Other typical additional tests are those for iron, manganese, water hardness, sulfides and other water constituents that cause problems with plumbing, staining, water appearance and odor. Additional recommendations for well owners include: • Keep hazardous chemicals, such as paint, fertilizer, pesticides and motor oil far away from your well, and maintain a “clean” zone of at least 50 feet between your well and any kennels and livestock operations.

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• Maintain proper separation between your well and buildings, waste systems and chemical storage areas. • Periodically check the well cover or well cap on top of the casing (well) to ensure it is in good repair and securely attached. Its seal should keep out insects and rodents. • Keep well records in a safe place. These include the construction report, and annual water well system maintenance and water testing results. For additional information regarding floods and water wells, contact your local health department — Peoria, 309-679-6161, www.pcchd.org; Marshall, 309-246-8074, www.marshallcountyhealth.org.

Birth Announced Grandadam Dallas Grandadam and Ashley Smithberg of Granville are the parents of a daughter born July 18 at Illinois Valley Community Hospital in Peru.

Fly-in, drive-in MCNABB — The fly-in and drive-in breakfast will be from 7 to 11 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 9, at Hartenbower Airport, located on McNabb Road between Route 251 and Route 89. This event is sponsored by EAA Chapter 948 and Hartenbower Hectares Airport. For more information, call 815-882-2573 or 815-673-1614.

Pre-orders being taken for tortellini STANDARD — The Putnam County Community Center is now taking pre-orders for homemade tortellini. The price is $10 per pound, and orders will be available for pick-up at PCCC’s Fall Fling in November. To place an order, call 815-339-2711.

Practice/tryouts planned MCNABB — Practice/tryouts for seventh- and eighthgrade boys baseball will begin on Monday, Aug. 3, from 9 to 11 a.m. at PCJH. Each boy must turn in their physical on Aug. 3 or they will not be allowed to participate. Any questions, call 815-882-2800, option 3.

Summer Fun! Join us for an Open House featuring entertainment and fun for the kids. • Enjoy hot dogs, chips & snow cones • Plus a bounce house for the kids!

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Friday, August 7 2-4 p.m.

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Rotary holds banquet GRANVILLE — The Putnam County Rotary gavel has once again changed hands, with the installation of Pastor Ron McNeill on July 2 as club president for the 2015-16 Rotary year. The club held its annual banquet in Bonucchi Hall at the Granville UCC Church, where Pastor Ron serves as minister. Outgoing Club President Justina Chlum opened the evening ceremonies, welcoming guests and honoring two very special guests for their exceptional community service, epitomizing Rotary’s motto of “Service Above Self.” Kim Chambers was recognized with the club’s community “Service Above Self” award, particularly for her long-standing and continuing efforts in support of Marshall-Putnam Relay for Life, benefiting American

Cancer Foundation. President Justina Chlum noted that her tireless efforts, include fundraising, organizing and participating in the annual event. Chambers’ accomplishments also include her occupational professionalism, following the respected tradition of her grandparents, Vernon and Peg Gonet, and her parents, Mike and Linda Gonet, at Gonet Insurance in Granville. She is married to Seth Chambers, who was also on hand for presentation of the award. The Chambers have two daughters, Audrey, 5, and Leah, 3. She was presented with a desk memento and a donation directed to the charity of her choice, which is the Illinois Alzheimer’s Association another cause to which she devotes her support. Olivia Lindstrom, a senior at Putnam Coun-

Photo contributed

Outgoing PC Rotary President Justina Chlum awards the Photo contributed gavel to Pastor Ron McNeill, who will serve as PC Rotary Rotary President Justina Chlum presented the club’s president for the 2015-16 Rotary year. community “Service Above Self” award to Kim Chambers. ty High School, was honored by Rotary for “Student Service Above Self,” recognizing her efforts as PCHS Interact president this past year, and continuing into her senior year. The Interact Club, Rotary’s high school affiliate, provides students with leadership and team-

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work experience while also serving others, locally and globally. The club’s accomplishments in the past year have included a fall blood drive and help

with Rotary’s spring blood drive, organizing and hosting the all-county Halloween parade and party, help with Rotary’s Poinsettia Project for senior citizens,

a project to raise awareness of polio and Rotary’s nearly accomplished effort to end Polio worldwide, a

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Annual Pancake, Egg & Sausage Breakfast & Fun Day Open to the Public!

• Swimming • Tennis • Games • Fishing • Bake Sale

Sunday, August 2

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Mon

Tues

3- Exercise Class 10:30-11:30a Self Defense Basics Class 6:30-8p 10-MSP, LIS, Med D, Preventive/Wellness Benefits Enrollment 9-10a Call for appt. Exercise Class 10:30-11:30a 17-Exercise Class 10:30-11:30a

4- U of I Extension Office program “From Your Yard to Your Table” ft. Chef Monika Sudakov 12:30p 11- Site Council Meeting 10a FREE Blood Pressure & Glucose Checks 10-11a Card Party 12:30p 18- Card Party 12:30p

24-Exercise Class 10:30-11:30a

Wed

12- Exercise Class 10:30-11:30a

13- County Fair DayCakewalk & Auction 12:30p

19-Exercise Class 10:30-11:30a 26- Exercise Class 10:30-11:30a Hennepin Cards 1p

31- Exercise Class 10:30-11:30a

MSP (Medicare Savings Program), LIS (Low Income Subsidy), Med D & Preventive/Wellness Benefits Enrollment Monday, Aug 10 from 9-10 AM. Call for appt. Want to help out? Volunteers are needed to help make tortellini every Wednesday @ 8:30 am for PCCC’s Annual Tortellini Fundraiser. Donations are also being accepted to buy supplies. Call (815) 339-2711 to pre-order. THANK YOU DONORS!

McNabb United Methodist Church Gloria Skerston

IN HONOR OF

Mary Gualandi’s 90th Birthday- Bill & Alba Ellena Pastor Ron’s Ten Years at Granville UCC-Frank & Shirley Smythe IN MEMORY OF

Fri

6- Music Therapy w/ Michelle 12:30p

25- August Birthday Lunch 11:30a Fun w/ Robin 12:30p

Lloyd & Loretta Schrowang Angie Troglio Marjorie Greathouse

Thurs

5-Exercise Class 10:30-11:30a

Les Bianchi- Mike & Donna Zuniga, Bobby & Julie Zuniga & family Betty Marshall- Ron Marshall & Cyndy Carr, Roger & Marilyn Pletsch James Whitaker- Charlene Sandberg, Lauren & Adrian Catalina Joyce Harvey- Linda Bean Janet Snow, Erdman Esker, Jim Whitaker, Leslie Bianchi, Charlie Jeppson, Ann Novak, Joyce Epley- Beverley Lapuh

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All tickets for PCCC’s Annual Cubs Trip have been reserved. We will still be taking names in case of cancellations. Trip is Sept 25 vs. Pittsburgh Pirates. Cost is $40.

U of I Extension Office program

“From Your Yard to Your Table” w/ Chef Monika from the Chestnut Street Inn Bed & Breakfast! Tuesday, August 4 12:30 pm @ PCCC “From Your Yard to Your Table” is phase three of the Healthy Gardening Project. This program is free but registration is required for participation. To register or for more information please call (309) 364-2356.

Basics of Self Defense Monday, August 3 from 6:30-8 PM This hands-on class will focus on self-awareness & personal safety.

Class fee: $10 Space is limited. Please call by Friday, July 31 to register. Class will be led by Deputy Cliff Morse of the Bureau County Sheriff’s Department.

Wednesday, July 29, 2015 • The Putnam County Record • 13

Women of Distinction identifies women who have made a difference in the Illinois Valley and who are representative role models as leaders in their fields and community. Honorees will be profiled in the Illinois Valley Living Magazine’s September issue and recognized at an awards luncheon on October 15th. Please fill out this form completely (use additional paper if necessary) and return by August 1, 2015. Additional forms can be downloaded by visiting www.illinoisvalleyliving.com.

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- 200 Employment 228 • Help Wanted WAREHOUSE/DRIVER. Must have drivers license with a good driving record. APPLY IN PERSON between 8am-11am,at: Hennepin Boat Store, 118 Front Street, Hennepin, IL. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE Full-time & Part-time TRUCK DRIVERS wanted for Bureau County Grain Farm. Need to have CDL license, mechanical experience a plus. Drug screen and references required. Salary determined by work experience. Call 815-303-9349

231 • Childcare DAY CARE for School Age Children. Before and After School care. Available for Early Dismissals and School Holidays. Located 1 block from PC Primary Building in Granville. Contact: jstruna1958@gmail. com

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REGINA SIEBERT,

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The Following will be sold at the ON SITE LOCATION of 909 Donald Street in Henry, IL on:

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WALLACE A. CARLSON, HENRY, IL

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GRANVILLEHENNEPIN FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT Solicitation for Pumper Truck Bids The GranvilleHennepin Fire Protection District (the “District”) is soliciting bids for the purchase of a custom pumper truck and related equipment. The bid specifications can be obtained by contacting Granville Fire Chief Ronald Campbell at 815-488-6828 or by email at: granvillefiredept@ mchsi.com. Sealed bids may be mailed to the District at P.O. Box 665, Granville, IL, 61326. Sealed bids may also be hand delivered to the Hennepin Fire Station, 201 E. High Street, Hennepin, Illinois, between the hours of 6:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. on September 17, 2015. Bids must be accompanied by a certified check, cashier’s check or bid bond in the amount of 5% of the bid payable to and to become the property of the District if the bid, after acceptance, is not carried out. Bids shall be marked “Sealed Bid – Pumper Truck.” The envelope containing the bid proposal should bear on the outside the bidder’s name and address. All bids must be submitted on or before 7:00 p.m. on

September 17, 2015. All bid proposals received will be publicly opened and discussed at the meeting of the District Board of Trustees at the Hennepin Fire Station, 201 E. High Street, Hennepin, IL, at 7:00 p.m. on September 17, 2015. The District Board of Trustees will review and study any and all proposals and take action on the proposals at its regular business meeting to be held at the Hennepin Fire Station at 7:00 p.m. on October 15, 2015. A contract for the purchase of the pumper truck and related equipment may be awarded to the proposal found to be in the best interest of the District. The District Board of Trustees reserves the right to reject any and all proposals and to waive any and all informalities or irregularities in the process. Published at the direction of the District Board of Trustees. Published in the Putnam County Record July 29, 2015.

TENANTS SPOUSES County Clerk of PUTNAM County: Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property, Unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots. A Petition for Tax Deed on premises described below has been filed in the Circuit Court of PUTNAM County, Illinois as Case #15-TXProperty located at 318 S. MCCOY, GRANVILLE, IL. Legal Description or Permanent Index No. 02-00-046-215. Said property was sold on 11/13/2012 for delinquent taxes for the year 2011. The period of redemption will expire on 11/13/15. On 2/4/16 at 9:30 a.m. the petitioner will make application to such court in said county for an Order for Tax Deed, should the real estate not be redeemed. Douglas J. Johnson, Petitioner Published in the Putnam County Record July 22, 29 and August 5, 2015.

Notice is hereby given to the Public that on September 14, 2015, at the hour of 7:00 p.m. at the Putnam County Public Library, 214 N. 4th St., Hennepin, Illinois, a public hearing will be held on the annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for the Putnam County Public Library District for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2015 and ending June 30, 2016. Any person interested in said budget and ordinance may be present at said time and place and may be heard in regard to the budget and ordinance. The tentative budget is now on file with the Secretary of the Board of Library Trustees, Putnam County Public Library District, at the Library office and may be reviewed upon request prior to said hearing by the Public. Date: July 29, 2015 Secretary, Board of Library Trustees Putnam County Public Library District P.O. Box 199 Hennepin, IL 6l327 Published in the Putnam County Record July 29, 2015.

Occupant, and unknown owners or parties interested. A Petition for Tax Deed on premises described below has been filed in the Circuit Court of PUTNAM County, Illinois, as case 2015-TX-02. The real estate is described as: Parcel #: 02-00-081-100 Said property was sold on NOVEMBER 13, 2012 for the General Taxes for the year 2011. The period of redemption will expire on NOVEMBER 12, 2015. On DECEMBER 3, 2015, the petitioner will make application to such court in said County for an order for Tax Deed should the real estate not be redeemed. Vista Securities, Inc. Petitioner Published in the Putnam County Record July 15, 22, and 29, 2015.

described as: Parcel #: 02-00-106-110 Said property was sold on NOVEMBER 13, 2012 for the General Taxes for the year 2011. The period of redemption will expire on NOVEMBER 12, 2015. On DECEMBER 3, 2015, the petitioner will make application to such court in said County for an order for Tax Deed should the real estate not be redeemed. Vista Securities, Inc. Petitioner Published in the Putnam County Record July 15, 22 and 29, 2015.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 10TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT PUTNAM COUNTY, ILLINOIS FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ) ASSOCIATION (“FANNIE MAE”), A ) CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND ) EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS ) PLAINTIFF ) vs. ) CHARLES C. PETTIS A/KA CHARLES PETTIS; ) JULIA M. PETTIS A/K/A JULIA PETTIS; ) LAKE THUNDERBIRD ASSOCIATION; ) DEFENDANTS ) 14 CH 21 Judge Presiding Address: 10 Poplar Court Putnam, IL 61560 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 14, 2015, I, Sheriff of Putnam County, Illinois, will on September 10, 2015 at the hour of 9:00 a.m. at the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office, 120 N. 4th Street, Hennepin, IL 61327, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Putnam, State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 329 IN PLAT NO. 2 OF LAKE THUNDERBIRD WOODS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF PUTNAM COUNTY, ILLINOIS, IN PLAT BOOK 3, PAGE 176 ON APRIL 3, 1970, ALL LYING AND BEING SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF PUTNAM, IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. COMMON ADDRESS: 10 Poplar Court, Putnam, IL 61560 P.I.N.: 03-00-064-130 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. THE JUDGMENT AMOUNT WAS: $206,505.12 Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds; the balance, by certified funds, is due within twenty four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or Continued on page 16

TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 201100005

TO: CHARLES W. HELMIG III CAROLYN M. HELMIG ILLINI STATE BANK GRANVILLE NATIONAL BANK OCCUPANTS

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING On Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance of Putnam County Public Library District

TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 2011-00010 TO: Timothy R. Marquis, Timothy Marquis, The Granville National Bank, Current

TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 2011-00015 TO: John Covington, Sally Covington, Current Occupant, Collection Professionals Inc, OneMain Financial Services Inc, and unknown owners or parties interested. A Petition for Tax Deed on premises described below has been filed in the Circuit Court of PUTNAM County, Illinois, as case 2015-TX03. The real estate is

LEGAL A Public Hearing on the 2015 Tax Appropriation of the Standard Fire Protection District will be held at the Standard Fire Station located in Standard, Illinois, on Wednesday, 5 August 2015, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The Tax Appropriation is available for inspection at the Standard Post Office during its regular business hours. Published in the Putnam County Record July 29, 2015. LEGAL NOTICES The Putnam County Record Classified brings you the legal information you have a right to know. Check out each publication and stay informed!

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Continued from page 15 quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “as is” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representations as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. Pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512, the amounts of any surplus bid will be held by the sheriff until a party obtains a Court Order for its distribution, or for 60 days following the date of the entry of the order confirming sale, at which time, in the absence of an order directing payment of the surplus, it may be automatically forfeited to the State without further notice. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, 230 W. Monroe St., Chicago, IL 60606, telephone 312-541-9710. Please refer to file number IL 14 1309. Sheriff of Putnam County, Illinois Johnson, Blumberg, & Associates, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite 1125 Chicago, Illinois 60606 Ph. 312-541-9710 Fax 312-541-9711 JB&A # IL 14 1309 I659833 Published in the Putnam County Record July 29, Aug. 5 and 12, 2015.

2015, at the PUTNAM COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 4TH STREET, front door entrance, HENNEPIN, IL, 61327, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT ONE (1) IN TIMBERLANE SUBDIVISION, SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF PUTNAM AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 6487 E. 890th ST., Hennepin, IL 61327 Property Index No. 01-25-287-000 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $238,229.97. Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; the balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the

purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD. , 29 E. Madison, Ste.950, CHICAGO, IL 60602, (312) 3722020. Please refer to file number 14-8400-214. Published in the Putnam County Record July 29, Aug. 5 and 12, 2015.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 10TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT PUTNAM COUNTY, HENNEPIN, ILLINOIS FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION, ) Plaintiff, ) -v.) JEFFREY J. PRESA, LISA PRESA, UNKNOWN ) OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS ) Defendant ) 14 CH 14 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 4, 2015, the Sheriff of Putnam County will at 10:00 a.m. on September 10,

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT PUTNAM COUNTY, ILLINOIS NORTH CENTRAL BANK, ) Plaintiff, ) vs. ) PAULA J. RINALDO f/k/a PAUL MUDGE) GIBSON, an Illinois resident; MARK A. ) RINALDO, an Illinois resident; FIRST STATE ) BANK, an Illinois banking association; ) COLLECTION PROFESSIONALS, INC., an ) Illinois corporation, STATE OF ILLINOIS ) DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE; INTERNAL ) REVENUE SERVICE-DEPARTMENT OF ) TREASURY, UNKNOWN OWNERS, and ) NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, ) Defendants ) CASE NO. 14 CH 18 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on May 21, 2015 in the above cause, the Putnam County Sheriff will at 10:00 a.m. on August 25, 2015 at the Putnam County Courthouse, 120 N. Fourth Street, Hennepin, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Lots 1 and 2 in First Congregational Church of Granville Addition to the Village of Granville, Illinois, except the coal underlying the same, together with the right to mine and remove the same through underground passage, situated in Putnam County, Illinois. PIN: 02-00-044-010 Common address: 211 Silverspoon Avenue, Granville, Illinois 61326 The original judgment amount was $51,898.23. Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by cash or certified funds at the close of the auction; the balance, in cash or certified funds, is due to the Putnam County Sheriff no later than 10:00 a.m. the following day. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representations as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information regarding the mortgaged real estate, contact the Plaintiff’s attorney: Brian A. Peterson, Simpson Peterson, 250 E. Main Street, Suite 402, Galesburg, Illinois 61401, Telephone (309)343-6152, Facsimile (309)342-5722. North Central Bank, /s/Brian A. Peterson SIMPSON PETERSON 250 E. Main Street, Suite 402 Galesburg, IL 61401 Telephone: 309/343-6152 Facsimile: 309/342-5722 Published in the Putnam County Record July 15, 22 and 29, 2015.

ABOVE CONVEYED OVER AND ACROSS THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PREMISES TO WIT: THAT PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 35, TOWNSHIP 32 NORTH, RANGE 2 WEST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SECTION 35; THENCE NORTH 88° 22’27” WEST 307.00 FEET ON THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 35; THENCE NORTH 1° 37’33” EAST 34.00 FEET ON THE EAST LINE OF PARCEL 28 TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTH 1° 37’33” EAST 100.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 46° 37’33” WEST, 70.71 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 1° 37’33” WEST 50.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 88° 22’27” EAST 50.00 FEET; TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING AND ALL BEING SITUATED IN HENNEPIN TOWNSHIP, PUTNAM COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 8934 North 600th Avenue, Hennepin, Illinois 61327 P.I.N.: 01-25-277-000 First Lien Position; Single-Family Residence; Judgment Amount $100,455.08 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c) (1)(H-1) AND (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), AND 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE PURCHASER OF THE PROPERTY, OTHER THAN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PAY THE ASSESSMENTS AND LEGAL FEES REQUIRED BY SUBSECTIONS (g)(1) AND (g)(4) OF SECTION 9 AND THE ASSESSMENTS REQUIRED BY SUBSECTION (g-1) OF SECTION 18.5 OF THE ILLINOIS CONDOMINIUM PROPERTY ACT. The property will not be open for inspection. Terms of Sale: CASH - 10% down at the time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale. All payments for the amount bid shall be in certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Putnam County. The person to contact for information regarding this property is: Steven J. Lindberg at ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120, Naperville, IL 60563 (866)402-8661. For bidding instructions, visit www.alolawgroup.com 24 hours prior to sale. This communication is an attempt to collect a

debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 120 Naperville, IL 60563-4947 630-453-6960 866-402-8661 630-428-4620 (fax) I663653 Published in the Putnam County Record July 22, 29 and Aug. 5, 2015.

The Village of Granville, Illinois, will receive sealed bids on or before August 14, 2015. The Village of Granville, Illinois will open bids at the regular meeting of the Village Board of Trustees on August 18, 2015 at 6:30 p.m. The Village of Granville, Illinois will furnish a title policy equal to the purchase price as evidence of title at the sole expense of the winning bidder, and pay all real estate taxes for the year 2015, pro rata, due in 2016. All attorney’s fees related to the sale herein shall be paid by the buyer and agreement to the same is a condition precedent to bidding. The Village of Granville, Putnam County, Illinois reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and reserves the right to sell the parcel. Village of Granville, Putnam County, Illinois, A Municipal Corporation, By: Douglas Gimbal, Village Board President Published in the Putnam County Record July 29 and Aug. 5, 2015.

F14120101 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 10TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT PUTNAM COUNTY- HENNEPIN, ILLINOIS Bank of America, N.A. ) Plaintiff, ) vs. ) Nancy J. Watson; Unknown Owners and ) Non-Record Claimants ) Defendants. ) 15 CH 1 Property Address: 8934 North 600th Avenue, Hennepin, Illinois 61327 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the above-entitled cause on June 4, 2015, I, Sheriff, Kevin Doyle of Putnam County, Illinois, will hold a sale on August 20, 2015 , commencing at 9 a.m., at the Putnam County Courthouse, 120 N. Fourth St., Hennepin, IL 61327, Room Lobby. to sell to the highest bidder or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, to-wit: THAT PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 35, TOWNSHIP 32 NORTH, RANGE 2 WEST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SECTION 35; THENCE NORTH 88° 22’27” WEST 107.00 FEET ON THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 35, TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE CONTINUING NORTH 88° 22’27” WEST 200.00 FEET ON THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 35; THENCE NORTH 1° 37’33” EAST 1100.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 88° 22’27” EAST 200.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 1° 37’33” WEST 1100.00 FEET; TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, AND ALL BEING SITUATED IN HENNEPIN TOWNSHIP, PUTNAM COUNTY, ILLINOIS. AND ALSO CONVEYS A NONEXCLUSIVE EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS TO THE PREMISES

F14120101 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 10TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT PUTNAM COUNTY- HENNEPIN, ILLINOIS Bank of America, N.A. ) Plaintiff, ) vs. ) Nancy J. Watson; Unknown Owners ) and Non-Record Claimants ) Defendants. ) 15 CH 1 Property Address: 8934 North 600th Avenue, Hennepin, Illinois 61327 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the above-entitled cause on June 4, 2015, I, Sheriff, Kevin Doyle of Putnam County, Illinois, will hold a sale on August 20, 2015 , commencing at 9 a.m., at the Putnam County Courthouse, 120 N. Fourth St., Hennepin, IL 61327, Room Lobby. to sell to the highest bidder or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, to-wit: Commonly known as: 8934 North 600th Avenue, Hennepin, Illinois 61327 P.I.N.: 01-25-277-000 First Lien Position; Single-Family Residence; Judgment Amount $100,455.08 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 735 ILCS 5/151507(c)(1)(H-1) AND (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), AND 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE PURCHASER OF THE PROPERTY, OTHER THAN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PAY THE ASSESSMENTS AND LEGAL FEES REQUIRED BY SUBSECTIONS (g) (1) AND (g)(4) OF SECTION 9 AND THE ASSESSMENTS REQUIRED BY SUBSECTION (g-1) OF SECTION 18.5 OF THE ILLINOIS CONDOMINIUM PROPERTY ACT. The property will not be open for inspection. Terms of Sale: CASH - 10% down at the time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale. All payments for the amount bid shall be in certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Putnam County. The person to contact for information regarding this property is: Steven J. Lindberg at ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120, Naperville, IL 60563 (866)402-8661. For bidding instructions, visit www.alolawgroup.com 24 hours prior to sale. This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 120 Naperville, IL 60563-4947 630-453-6960 866-402-8661 630-428-4620 (fax) I663653 Published in the Putnam County Record July 22, 29 and Aug. 5, 2015.

NOTICE OF SALE The Village of Granville, Putnam County, Illinois, a Municipal Corporation, will sell the following described real estate to wit: A part of the Northeast Quarter of Section 9, Township 32 North, Range 1 West of the Third principal Meridian described as follows to wit: The parcel of land formerly Lot Eight in Block Six in Joel W. Hopkins’ addition to the Village of Granville, which addition is now vacated, said parcel being fifty (50) feet wide and two hundred fifty (250) feet long, except the coal and the right to mine and remove the same through underground passages, Situated in Putnam County, Illinois and further subject to easements of record. By receiving sealed bids as hereafter directed. The real estate was previously used as a well for the public water supply in the Village of Granville; the well has been sealed and abandoned in the manner provided by law and the property is now improved with a well house and is zoned R2, Residential, under the Zoning Ordinance of the Village of Granville, Putnam County, Illinois, and the premises are located at the Southeast Corner of Colby Street and Tomlinson Avenue, Granville, Illinois 61326. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 10TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT PUTNAM COUNTY, HENNEPIN, ILLINOIS FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION, ) Plaintiff, ) -v.) JEFFREY J. PRESA, LISA PRESA, UNKNOWN ) OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS ) Defendant ) 14 CH 14 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 4, 2015, the Sheriff of Putnam County will at 10:00 a.m. on September 10, 2015, at the PUTNAM COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 4TH STREET, front door entrance, HENNEPIN, IL, 61327, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 6487 E. 890TH ST., Hennepin, IL 61327 Property Index No. 01-25-287-000 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $238,229.97. Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; the balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD. , 29 E. Madison, Ste.950, CHICAGO, IL 60602, (312) 372-2020. Please refer to file number 14-8400214. Published in the Putnam County Record July 29, Aug. 5 and 12, 2015.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 10TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT PUTNAM COUNTY, ILLINOIS FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ) ASSOCIATION (“FANNIE MAE”), A ) CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND ) EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE ) UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ) PLAINTIFF ) vs. ) CHARLES C. PETTIS A/KA CHARLES ) PETTIS; JULIA M. PETTIS A/K/A JULIA ) PETTIS; LAKE THUNDERBIRD ) ASSOCIATION; ) DEFENDANTS ) 14 CH 21 Judge Presiding Address: 10 Poplar Court Putnam, IL 61560 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 14, 2015, I, Sheriff of Putnam County, Illinois, will on September 10, 2015 at the hour of 9:00 a.m. at the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office, 120 N. 4th Street, Hennepin, IL 61327, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Putnam, State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: COMMON ADDRESS: 10 Poplar Court, Putnam, IL 61560 P.I.N.: 03-00-064-130 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. THE JUDGMENT AMOUNT WAS: $206,505.12 Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds; the balance, by certified funds, is due within twenty four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “as is” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representations as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. Pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512, the amounts of any surplus bid will be held by the sheriff until a party obtains a Court Order for its distribution, or for 60 days following the date of the entry of the order confirming sale, at which time, in the absence of an order directing payment of the surplus, it may be automatically forfeited to the State without further notice. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, 230 W. Monroe St., Chicago, IL 60606, telephone 312-541-9710. Please refer to file number IL 14 1309. Sheriff of Putnam County, Illinois Johnson, Blumberg, & Associates, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite 1125 Chicago, Illinois 60606 Ph. 312-541-9710 Fax 312-541-9711 JB&A # IL 14 1309 I659833 Published in the Putnam County Record July 29, Aug. 5 and 12, 2015

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Rotary From Page 11 “giving tree” winter-wear drive for homeless, participation in a project to prevent sale of alcohol to underage persons, sponsorship of students to attend Rotary’s Youth Leadership Awards camp, promotion of Summer Youth Exchange in which one of their members is participating this summer, and help with numerous other school and community service projects. The club presented Olivia with a certificate, desk memento and donation to Interact in her honor. Interact Vice President Rachel Maggio joined Olivia at the banquet presentation. Also in attendance were two students participating in Rotary’s Summer Youth Exchange Program this summer, Owen Mallery of Hennepin and Bennet Scherer of Marburg, Germany. The two high school juniors are experiencing one another’s cultures over a period of eight weeks together, four here and four in Germany. Justina Chlum was thanked by the club for her great year of leadership and accomplishment as club president. The club’s service projects have included distribution of dictionaries to all third graders, a “Rotary Readers” program

in the primary and elementary schools, Rotary’s Toys In The Pantry project for children of PC Food Pantry clients, delivery of poinsettias to all Putnam County senior citizens, Red Cross blood drives, hosting of the club’s annual Agri-Business Night, Rotary’s post-prom Afterglow to provide students safe, fun post-prom entertainment, sponsorship of Interact Clubs at the high school and junior high, sponsorship of students attending RYLA and participating in Youth Exchange, several student scholarship awards, and help with many other community projects. She was presented with a commemorative plaque, club scrapbook, past-president’s pin, and the heart-felt applause of all present. Her husband, Kevin Chlum, was on hand for the event as well. Taking the helm, incoming president installed the remaining members of his board, including Randy Borio, vice president; Brandy Sandberg, treasurer; Scott Shore, secretary; and additional board members Justina Chlum, Brenda Bickerman, Debbie Buffington, Bob Cofoid and Lonna Nauman. Sharing his own “Rotary story,” Pastor Ron said the year ahead will offer new opportunities to do our part to serve others through Rotary.

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PCHS senior Olivia Lindstrom was recognized for “Student Service Above Self” for her continuing role as PCHS Interact president, providing opportunities for students to gain leadership and teamwork experience while serving others.

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Among the guests at Rotary’s annual banquet were Rotary youth exchange students Owen Mallery of Hennepin and Bennet Scherer of Marburg, Germany. The two high school juniors are experiencing one another’s cultures over a period of eight weeks together, four weeks here and four in Germany.

PRINCETON — The madcap golf comedy, “The Fox on the Fairway,” will close out the Festival 56 summer season. It runs July 29-Aug. 2 at the Grace Performing Arts Center, 316 S. Main St., Princeton. The Festival 56 production of this Ken Ludwig comedy brings to mind the complicated TV antics of Jeeves and Wooster in the 90s or of the classic originals by P.G. Wodehouse. The modern American counterpart to a Wodehouse caper, “The Fox on the Fairway” has all the elements — a horrific dilemma to unravel, double meanings and misunderstandings, love and jealousy, bumbling and conniving, and above all, GOLF. Prize-winning playwright Ludwig happily admits to the inspiration and influence of Wodehouse, the creator of Jeeves, Bertie Wooster and Psmith. Wodehouse’s early 20th century British country setting translates easily into Fox on the Fairway, taking on an American accent and Ludwig’s own optimistic values. The action begins with a long-standing rivalry between country club managers and escalates as they make a high-stakes wager on the outcome of

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