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COVID-19 mitigations begin Wednesday for LaSalle, Putnam counties’ region

Positivity rate remained above 8% for a third consecutive day BY DEREK BARICHELLO dbarichello@shawmedia.com Mitigations that include a ban on indoor dining and bar service went into effect beginning 12:01 a.m. Wednesday in the health region that includes LaSalle, Bureau, Putnam, Marshall and Livingston counties. The governor’s office made the announcement Sunday afternoon. With the latest data released Sunday, the region surpassed 8% of tests coming back positive with the virus for the third consecutive day, which made it eligible for these mitigations under Gov. JB Pritzker’s Restore Illinois Plan. “Region 2 has now sustained an average positivity rate of 8% or higher for three consecutive days, meaning that now every region in Illinois will soon be operating under resurgence mitigations,” Gov. JB Pritzker said in a news release. “I know that the vast majority of people in this state want to keep themselves safe, their families and children safe, their parents and neighbors and friends. I have always maintained enormous faith in the people of Illinois to do what’s right for each other. As cases, hospitalizations and deaths are rising across our state, across the Midwest and across the nation, we have to act responsibly and collectively to protect the people we love.” The region had a 9.3% positivity

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More restrictions on indoor dining may come to LaSalle County’s region as its region has recorded more than 8% of positive COVID-19 tests coming back with the virus in three consecutive days, which triggers stricter mitigations under the governor’s Restore Illinois plan. rate as of Thursday, which was the latest data available from the Illinois Department of Public Health. That would make all 11 regions under some mitigations in Illinois, as this region was the last holdout. The mitigations eligible for the health region include: all bars closing at 11 p.m. and opening no earlier than 6 a.m., no indoor service at bars or restaurants, a limit to 10 guests in both indoor and outdoor gatherings, no party buses, gaming and casinos close at 11 p.m. (limited to 25% capacity) and a limit to fewer than 25 guests or less than 25% of overall capacity for recreational activities. “The mitigation measures soon to be implemented across the entire state of Illinois have been estab-

lished to protect your health and the health of those around you,” IDPH Director Ngozi Ezike said. “These mitigation measures are not meant as a punishment but as a way to help all of us coexist with COVID-19 more safely.” If the region has a positivity rate less than or equal to 6.5% over a three-day period, the region will return to lesser mitigations under the Restore Illinois Plan. Along with having an 8% positivity rate for three or more days, the region also has had positivity increases for seven out of the last 10 days and hospitalization increases in five of the last 10 days.

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‘The numbers are not a hoax, they are not a conspiracy’ Health department administrator responds to Region 2 resurgence mitigation In response to Sunday’s news that Region 2 would begin operating under resurgence mitigation beginning Wednesday, Nov. 4, Hector Gomez, Bureau, Putnam, Marshall Counties Health Department administrator, released a statement saying new confirmed case numbers and COVID-19-relat-

ed deaths are rising locally and statewide at alarming levels. Gomez stated that the numbers are “not a hoax, they are not a conspiracy — they are a threat to the health of our communities and to our state and local economies.” Bureau County has reported three COVID-19 deaths in the past five days. There have been a total of 24 COVID-19-related deaths in the Bureau, Putnam and Marshall counties service area. There have been 21 COVID-19-related deaths in Bureau County and three in Marshall County. “In order to lower those numbers

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The region had 21 hospital admissions Thursday, which is an increase of one from the previous day. County-by-county, La Salle has had a 10.7% positivity rate in the past seven days, Bureau 10.2%, Putnam 9.8%, Livingston 7.9% and Marshall 4.9%. Mitigations don’t apply for polling places or schools.

“We are all in this together. No one wants to see unnecessary sickness and death among family, friends and in our communities — and no one wants negative impacts to local businesses and our economy this holiday season. This does not have to be an either-or proposition if we will all just voluntarily do the right thing and turn these numbers around. “The people that are facing difficulty with COVID-19 are not numbers. They are neighbors. They are friends. They are relatives. And, they are not all easily identifiable as a candidate for serious complications from COVID-19. Much is still not known about COVID19, including what triggers serious illness in folks that do not appear to be at obvious risk for complications.”

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Bars • No indoor service. • All outside bar service closes at 11 p.m. • All bar patrons should be seated at tables outside. • No ordering, sitting or congregating at bar (bar stools should be removed). • Tables should be 6 feet apart. • No standing or congregating indoors or outdoors while waiting for a table or exiting. • No dancing or standing indoors. • Reservations required for each party. • No seating of multiple parties at one table.

Restaurants • No indoor dining or bar service. • All outdoor dining closes at 11 p.m. • Outside dining tables should be 6 feet apart. • No standing or congregating indoors or outdoors while waiting for a table or exiting. • Reservations required for each party. • No seating of multiple parties at one table.

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Lawmaker says restaurants have been singled out in mitigations BY DEREK BARICHELLO dbarichello@shawmedia.com State Sen. Sue Rezin says restaurants are being singled out in the governor’s mitigation orders and wants to see the data on why. Much of Rezin’s 38th Senate District lies within Region 2, which learned from the governor’s office Sunday that indoor dining and bar services will be shut down Wednesday as the positivity rate of COVID-19 tests surpassed 8% for a third consecutive day. “Our restaurants are being forced to close despite the lack of data showing they are the culprit for the recent increase in COVID19 cases,” Rezin, R-Morris, said in a news release. “In fact, many local health departments show that

restaurants are very little to blame for outbreaks. “When restaurants are being told that they must close their doors and lay off their employees, the governor owes them complete transparency regarding the data he claims to be using.” In a press conference last week, Gov. JB Pritzker said there are dozens of studies and articles on outbreaks in bars and restaurants, saying the establishments are “spreading locations.” Officials said the major issue with bars and restaurants is the need to remove a mask in order to eat or drink, which could lead to a further spread of COVID-19. Last week, Sen. Rezin called on the Illinois Senate to hold a public hearing to shed greater light on the Pritzker administration’s mitigation rules. “The legislature hasn’t met since the last week in May,” Rezin said. “Throughout this entire pandemic, the governor has chosen a go-it-alone approach, leaving the other, equal branch of government out of the process entirely.”

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PEORIA — Among a host of high school honors — class valedictorian and a U.S. Military Academy appointment, for example — Owen Mallery ‘21 experienced a singular one at his graduation. He was given a choice of sitting with his fellow students or his fellow school board members. He chose the students. Mallery, a biomedical sciences major at Bradley University, is the first person in Illinois to attend and graduate from a high school while also member of its school board. Back and neck injuries from a car accident left him physically unable to attend the academy and become a soldier but left him with an even greater appreciation of first responders and medical personnel than he gained as a teen member of the volunteer Hennepin Fire Department. When his college plans were altered, he looked about an hour from his hometown. “Being on the school board and still on the fire department, I knew I wanted to stay closer to home,” he said. Mallery remains on the fire department, where his father and grandfather both served, and responds to calls when he’s home. He also goes back regularly for school board meetings. Depending on class workloads and assignments, “I’d say I stay at home more than I stay (on campus),” Mallery said. “I grew up knowing community is a very important thing and giving back to that community is important.” Hennepin has a population just above 700 and is the county seat for Putnam County, the smallest county by area in Illinois. The school district — Putnam County Community District 535 — has 850 students

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Owen Mallery spread across four schools covering K-12. As a high school student, Mallery saw things he thought could be improved, citing advanced placement classes as an example. “I felt being so young and having recently interacted with the faculty, I brought a very good perspective for the board,” he said. “And I was more approachable for students.” But there were concerns. Some teachers objected to his role but the Illinois attorney general gave the OK to continue. Occasionally, there was confusion when people thought a school board member would be older. Similar confusion arose at times

on fire department calls. As a predominantly rural area, most emergency calls in the county are for medical issues. Mallery lives outside of Hennepin and sometimes responds in his personal vehicle to save time. He recalled his first call after being certified as a first responder — a pregnant woman in the midst of a snow storm. “I was the first one there by 15 or 20 minutes. I didn’t know what to do. She was looking at me like, ‘you’re the help?’” There are other, more tragic calls. “I thought I was prepared for my first death on a call,” Mallery said. “It really took me some time to be

OK with that. I remember sitting outside the fire station looking at the river for a couple hours. It’s an unfortunate part of the job.” Coming to Bradley from 260-student Putnam County High School, where he was a top scholar, posed some challenges but this only fueled his competitive nature. A more pleasant surprise was the diversity on the Hilltop. “It was cool to see all the different backgrounds here.” Mallery still feels drawn to his hometown but a possible re-election bid depends on medical school, where he wants to focus on emergency medicine or trauma surgery. “Any time you can help someone, it feels amazing.”

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North Central Bank, CBAI Foundation team up for scholarship program LADD/HENNEPIN — North Central Bank and the CBAI Foundation for Community Banking announces its annual scholarship program which enables Illinois high school seniors to enter a statewide essay-writing contest. It is all part of a program sponsored by Illinois community banks and the CBAI Foundation for Community Banking to increase public awareness of locally owned banks and their contributions to the community. North Central Bank is a member

of the Community Bankers Association of Illinois (CBAI), which formed the Foundation in 1996. A monetary award in the amount of $1,000 a year for up to four years of higher education will be given to the author of the best entry submitted to the CBAI Foundation by a participating Illinois high-school senior. Up to 11 additional first-place $1,000 awards and 12 second-place $500 awards are available throughout the state. An additional $500 will be awarded to the high school of the overall winner.

All high school seniors, regardless of their financial need or plans for higher education, may participate. North Central Bank in Ladd and Hennepin are participating locations. North Central Bank will also be offering monetary awards to local students. The same entries sent to the state competition will be judged locally. North Central Bank is working with local high schools to invite seniors to write a one-page essay on the following theme:

Why is a trusted partner such as a community bank so valuable to have during a pandemic? Additional information on the contest is available at North Central Bank (Hennepin and Ladd) and the local high schools. Contact Kim McKee at North Central Bank for additional details at 815-894-2386 or kmckee@northcentralbank.com. Entries must be submitted to the bank by Feb. 19, 2021. The bank will then submit selected entries to the CBAI Foundation to be eligible for statewide competition.

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GRANVILLE — In the 1970s, the Whitaker family donated a carillon to the United Church of Christ in Granville in memory of Whilamma Whitaker. For many years, the chimes would ring out announcing noon and 6 p.m. Songs were played for Christmas and other special occasions. About 10 years ago, the carillon stopped playing on its own and had to be played manually only. Thanks to the approval of the church’s memorial committee, a new stereo system was purchased and once again the residents of Granville can enjoy the chimes. The chimes are set to chime on the hour on weekdays, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. — three songs are played at noon and 6 p.m. On weekends, the chimes play at 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. The cost of the new system was substantially higher than planned. Anyone wishing to donate toward the carillon in memory of a loved one or their family can mail their donations to U.C.C. chimes at Granville UCC, P.O. Box 158, Granville, IL, 61326.

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This month, members of the Putnam County Bar Association recognize John A Grivetti Jr. for reaching another milestone in his legal career — 50 years of service as a member of the Illinois Bar. Grivetti’s legal career has included many years of private practice, research work for a non-line law publisher and four years as Putnam County State’s Attorney from 1976 to 1980. Over and above his paid legal work, Grivetti has devoted much of his career to pro bono (unpaid volunteer) legal services for those in need, and has often accepted appointment by judges to represent parties unable to afford private counsel. He has been a participant in many Law Day events sponsored by the PC Bar Association as well. Grivetti was raised in Standard and still considers that “home.” He is one of three children of John A. and Dorothy (Merli) Grivetti, along with a brother, George, who had died at birth, and Debbie (Grivetti) Buffington of Hennepin. His mother continues to

Festival 56’s Ricky Lindy show rescheduled for April PRINCETON — Festival 56 regrets to announce that it must reschedule the Nov. 7 performance by Rick Lindy and the Jukebox Legends due to current statewide guidelines limiting indoor audience capacity to no more than 50. The new date for Rick Lindy will be 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 17, 2021. Festival 56 will be reaching out to current ticket holders, who may also call the box office 815-879-5656 or email boxoffice@festival56.com, for more information.

Hearty soups and stews virtual class on Nov. 10 live in the family home in Standard. He is the proud father of four children, John III, Tazio and Damian Grivetti, and Alena (Grivetti) Watts, and he is a proud grandfather of 14 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Grivetti attended Standard Grade School, St. Bede Academy (Class of 1964), Loyola University (BA in business and economics, 1968) and Loyola School of Law (JD, 1970). He was sworn in as an attorney on Oct. 7, 1970.

HENRY — Henry Public Library is offering a virtual class on hearty soups and stews from University of Illinois Extension. Susan Glassman, nutrition and wellness educator, will present the class fro 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10. Participants will learn the many varieties of soups, how to layer different flavors and benefit from good nutrition. Glassman will demonstrate how to make a seasonal butternut squash soup. Handouts and recipes

will be available. Register for this virtual class at https://go.illinois.edu/heartysoups. After registration, you will receive the zoom meeting link to save in your calendar. On Nov. 10 at 10:30 a.m. click onto the link to join the class. For more information, contact Glassman at 815-224-0889 or email susang@ illinois.edu.

DAR will meet HENRY — The Chief Senachwine Chapter NSDAR will meet Friday, Nov. 6, virtually via Zoom. Members will receive emailed information on how to “attend” the meeting and meeting time. Program presenter will be Honorary Regent Nancy Gillfillan who will appear as Sarah Gregg, an actual person who served as a Civil War nurse and Matron at Camp Butler Hospital in Springfield. “Sarah” will share her memories, through her diary entries, of the last days of Abraham Lincoln as seen in Springfield and later days leading up to the President’s assassination. She will also share her thoughts on the end of the war and the last days at Camp Butler.

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PROPERTY TRANSFERS The following property transfers were recorded at the Putnam County Courthouse during the month of September: Evan Fiedler to Mark and Mary Ann Wooley, Lot 11 in Block 1 in Lincolnshire Subdivision 1, Granville, $142,500. Frances Karanovich to Michael Boyd, Lots 40-41 in Shepard’s Subdivision, Mark, $6,800. Putnam County Clerk to Putnam County, as trustee, Lot 110 in Lake Thunderbird Hills, exempt. Putnam County Clerk to Putnam County, as trustee, Lot 180 in Lake Thunderbird Hills, exempt. Putnam County Clerk to Putnam County, as trustee, Lot 237 in Lake Thunderbird Hills, exempt. Putnam County Clerk to Putnam County, as trustee, Lot 307 in Lake Thunderbird Hills, exempt. Putnam County Clerk to Putnam County, as trustee, Lot 581 in Lake Thunderbird Hills, exempt. Putnam County Clerk to Putnam County, as trustee, Lot 697 in Lake Thunderbird Hills, exempt. Putnam County Clerk to Putnam County, as trustee, Lot 721 in Lake Thunderbird Hills, exempt. Putnam County Clerk to Putnam County, as trustee, Lot 722 in Lake Thunderbird Hills, exempt. Putnam County Clerk to Putnam County, as trustee, Lot 365 in Lake Thunderbird Woods 2, exempt. Putnam County Clerk to Putnam County, as trustee, Lot 189 in Indian Hills, exempt. Marcella Bouxsein to Jill Ketter, part of Section 29 in Granville Township, exempt. Marcella Bouxsein to Donald J. Bouxsein, part of

Section 25 in Hennepin Township, exempt. Michael and Lorena Beattie to Marshall Rinaldo, Lots 15-16 in Block 2 in St. Paul Coal Company’s 2nd Addition, Mark, $105,000. Five H, LLC to Marquis Land Holdings, LLC, part of Section 9 in Hennepin Township, $100,000. H&H Farms, LLC to Marquis Land Holdings, LLC, three parts of Section 35, two parts of Section 36, six parts of Section 2, two parts of Section 11, part of Section 27, part of Section 26, part of Section 34, part of Section 3 and part of Section 10 in Hennepin Township, $10,699,803. Mariana and Miroslaw Trubich to Mariana Trubich and George Fedorak, Lots 531-532 in Lake Thunderbird Woods 3, exempt. Bruce and Susan Butchko to Andres and Elaine Cabrera, Lot 534 in Lake Thunderbird Hills 3, exempt. Aaron White to Thomas Farr, Lot 625 in Lake Thunderbird Hills 3, $1,500. Aleksander and Lucia Nowak to Catalina Barraza, Lot 94 in Indian Hills, $3,150. Jeffrey and Marisol Edgcomb to Daniel Chirchirillo, Lots 1-2 in Child’s Addition, Granville, $115,600. Village of Hennepin to Franklin Boggio and J.R. Bradley Vice, part of Lot 3 in Block 2, Hennepin, exempt. Stephen Mackin to Stephenie Lloyd, Lot 23 in Block 9, Hennepin, exempt. Doreen Scott to Ryan Camatti, Lots 1, 3, 5 & 7 in Crapo and Woods Addition, Standard, $145,000. John F. Carcock, as successor trustee, to First Bank

of Manhattan, Lot 82 in Lake Thunderbird Woods, $80,500. Cynthia G. Buchholz, as trustee, to Myron Ryvak, Lot 78 in Lake Thunderbird Woods with exceptions, $296,000. Dorothy Kierski to Cameron Bergen, Lots 2-3 in Block 64, Hennepin, $95,000. Tammy Walter to James and Jennifer Giacometti, Lot 64 and part of Lot 63 in Standard, $12,000. Jeremy Urnikis to Safet Zulbeari, Lot 3 in David B. Moore’s First Addition, Mark, $40,000. Jonathan Sinclair to James, Brenda, Sarah and Jeremy Skaggs, Lot 387 in Lake Thunderbird Hills, $3,400. Nicholas and Phillip Sheppard to Matthew Kostellic, Lots 27-29 in Urnikis Subdivision, $23,000. Andrzej and Agata Niedzwiedz to John and Mollie Scott, Lots 193-192 in Lake Thunderbird Woods, $102,000. Amy Story to Jeffrey and Paula Helle, as trustees, two parts of Section 1 in Senachwine Township, $48,000. Sean, Jenna, John and Vicky Herrick to Doreen Scott, Lot 24 in Parkview Section 1, Hennepin, $112,500. David Kocher, as executor, to Douglas, Polly, David and Jovonna Kocher, part of Section 24 and two parts of Section 25 in Senachwine Township, $101,165.90. Robert Somrek, as trustee, to Steven and Spiridoula Murray, Lot 509 in Lake Thunderbird Woods 3, $250,000. See PROPERTY TRANSFERS, Page 10

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ROGER C. ‘BIFF’ PERDEW PRINCETON — Roger C. “Biff” Perdew, 68, passed away on Sunday, October 25, 2020, at his home in Princeton, IL, surrounded by loved ones. Roger was born on March 29, 1952, in Spring Valley, IL, to the late Edgar and Virginia (Law) Perdew. Roger graduated from Putnam County High School in 1970. He spent most of his life working as a mechanic at the steel mill in Hennepin, IL, until it was closed down. He also worked at Greenfield Retirement Home in Princeton until August of 2019. He was one of the founding members of the “I Know I Ain’t Right” club. He belonged to the Steel Mill Workers Local Union #7367 and attended New Hope Church of the Nazarene in Princeton. He liked researching his family ancestry and sharing his findings as he spent time with family and friends. Roger enjoyed archery, woodworking, astronomy, reading, collecting a wide variety of diverse treasures and watching all things Star Trek ... “Live

Monuments. Services for Roger will follow the visitation at Norberg Memorial Home, Inc. & Monuments on Saturday, November 7, 2020, at 1 p.m., officiated by Pastor Laura Root-Tanner. Roger was an advocate of casual dress. Please feel free to wear denim. Online condolences and memorials may be left at www.norbergfh.com. Arrangements by Norberg Memorial Home, Inc. & Monuments.

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Died: October 25, 2020; Bloomington GRANVILLE — Barbara K. Schrowang, 74, of Granville, passed away Saturday, October 24, 2020, at OSF St. Joseph Medical Center, Bloomington after a two-year battle with cancer. There will be no service. Cremation rites will be accorded. Dysart-Cofoid Funeral Chapel will be assisting the family with the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to her family at www.dcfunerals.com. Obituaries can be emailed to obits@putnamcountyrecord.com. The deadline is 5 p.m. Friday.

Domestic battery Randy L. Schlarb Jr., 50, of Montgomery, Ill. was charged with domestic battery following an incident at a residence in Lake Thunderbird, Putnam, at 11:30 a.m. Oct. 27.

BRIEF OGLESBY — Illinois Valley Community College will offer a live, virtual Explore IVCC event via Zoom from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10. This free event allows prospective students, parents and community members to meet IVCC faculty and get an idea of what labs and classrooms are like. Representatives from student support services will be available to answer questions as well. Director of Admissions, Records and Transfer Services Quintin Overocker said, “This is the best opportunity for students to learn more about their areas of interest directly from the experts.” RSVP at www.ivcc.edu/visit or call 815-224-0439. Spring registration begins Nov. 5.

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Long and Prosper.” Roger is survived by his loving wife, Connie Espel of Princeton, IL; his five children, Roger (Edi) Perdew of Henry, IL, Ron Perdew of East Moline, IL, Rob (Kim) Perdew of Edelstein, IL, David Perdew of Marseilles, IL, and Kara (Aaron Lippold) Perdew of Princeton, IL; two stepchildren, Bob Espel of Princeton, IL, and Brian Espel of Chicago, IL; 14 grandchildren; five greatgrandchildren; one brother, Cliff Perdew of Sand Springs, OK; and one sister, Sharon Perdew of Henry, IL. Roger was preceded in death by his parents, Edgar and Virginia Perdew, and one daughter, Roseanne Nicole Perdew. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Illinois Cancer Center, New Hope Church of the Nazarene or Charles Perdew Museum. Facemask will be required. Per the family’s wishes, this service will be livestreamed in a private group on Facebook. Please see the following link to join the group prior to services. https://www.facebook.com/groups/ Norbergmemorialhomememorialservicegroup/. A visitation will be held on Saturday, November 7, 2020, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Norberg Memorial Home, Inc. &

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On Oct. 4, University of Illinois Extension’s Marshall-Putnam 4-H held a “drive-through” award pickup at the Marshall-Putnam fairgrounds. 4-H members were able to get out of their cars to receive their awards from the 2020 4-H virtual show. A decorated photo area was set up for the members and clubs to take pictures with their ribbons and awards. The 4-H members were excited to be on the fairgrounds. They missed being on fairgrounds this summer. To see more pictures, visit their Facebook page: Marshall-Putnam (IL) 4-H. Pictured are Aaron Lindstrom and Anne Scheel, Marshall-Putnam 4-H staff, checking out the photo backdrop.

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Larry and Judith Wilson to Kevin and Mariette Nikolai, Lot 465 in Lake Thunderbird Woods 3, $310,000. Thunderbird Investment Group, LLC to Christopher and Erin Colley, Lots 441-442 in Lake Thunderbird Woods 3, $443,000. Douglas and Fe Ploch to Donald Pederson, Lot 1 in Block 24 in Hennepin, $25,000. Michael Sauter to James Sauter, part of Section 24 and part of Section 36 in Granville Township, exempt. James Sauter to Michael Sauter, two parts of Section 11 in Granville Township, exempt. Noelle Sauter, as successor trustee, to James Sauter, two parts of Section 36 in Granville Township, exempt. John Carlock, as successor trustee, to Daniel and Kelly Kenny, Lot 81 in Lake Thunderbird Woods, $240,000. Dennis and Barbara Husser to Jon Husser, part of Section 23 in Hennepin Township, exempt.

James Glenn to Terrill Glenn, two parts of Section 31 in Magnolia Township, exempt. Terrill Glenn to James Glenn, two parts of Section 31 in Magnolia Township, exempt. Chicago Title and Trust Company to Donald and Melody Couve, Lot 701 in Lake Thunderbird Woods 4, $30,000. Alan and Wendy Isaac to David and Mary Rys, part of Section 21 in Senachwine Township, $275,000. Douglas Hauger to David Foster, Lot 152 in Patterson’s Addition, Magnolia, $1,500. Gary, John, Diana and Cheryl Grasser, as trustees, to GRE Holdings, LLC, Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6 and part of Lots 7, 8, 17,18 in Block 13 in McNabb, part of Lots 9-10 in Block 7 in McNabb, parts of Section 3 and 10 in Magnolia Township, exempt. Michael and Angelina Migliorini and Stephen Migliorini, part of Section 4 and Section 3 in Granville Township, $150,000.

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LIBRARY NOTES

The Putnam County Library District has announced programs for November.

All Putnam County libraries • Wednesday, Nov. 11 — All libraries will be closed for Veterans Days. They will reopen on Thursday, Nov. 12. • Thursday, Nov. 26, and Friday, Nov. 27 — All libraries will be closed for Thanksgiving. They will reopen on Saturday, Nov. 28.

Hennepin • Thursday, Nov. 5 — A representative from the Putnam County Community Center will visit the library from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. for senior who have questions about Medicare and open enrollment. • Thursday, Nov. 12 — A virtual hand-on science sphero training will

be at 6 p.m. Participants can check out a sphero from the library for online training. There is a limit of 11 spheros across the county to check out; limit 1 per household. Patrons will learn the basic use of the sphero robot and the materials that come included. This is part of the IEEE Chicago Section Grant. A Zoom link will be posted on the website. • Thursday, Nov. 19 — Potbelly turkey grab and go craft. • Every Thursday — Story time at 3:30 p.m. • Homework Helper — Students are welcome to work on homework at the library during library hours on Wednesdays.

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• Saturday, Nov. 7 — A story hour and take home family movie night bag will be at 10 a.m. • Tuesday, Nov. 17 — Historian Jim Gibbons will present “History Unveiled - The Truth About The Presidents,” fun-filled trivia and historical facts, via Zoom at 6:30 p.m. A link will be posted on the library website. • Saturday, Nov. 21 — Story hour and take home family science day box at 10 a.m. • Homework Helper — Students are welcome to work on homework Granville at the library during library hours • Saturday, Nov. 21 — Pasta turkey on Wednesdays. book and popcorn on the cob grab and go event. • Every Tuesday — An online

McNabb • Wednesday, Nov. 4 — Story hour family craft box at 4 p.m. • Monday, Nov. 9 — A representative from the Putnam County Community Center will visit the library from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. for senior who have questions about Medicare and open enrollment. • Wednesday, Nov. 25 — Family movie night/snacks, featuring “Soul,” at 6 p.m. • Homework Helper — Students are welcome to work on homework at the library during library hours on Wednesdays.

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Henry Food Pantry receives new banner HENRY — The Henry Food Pantry, located in Henry, has switched pickup doors due to COVID-19 and has a new sign and banner provided by the University of Illinois Extension. Director Adelaide Kern said the banner is “a great way to let people know that we are here and providing food to families in need.” Local food pantries are utilizing a drive-through/pickup model to minimize contact due to COVID-19 and the University of Illinois Extension Illinois Nutrition Education program of Marshall, Putnam, LaSalle and Bureau counties is providing outdoor signs (through a special grant) with healthy messages to local food pantries as a new way to support partners during this difficult time. If you are interested in learning more about how to partner with University of Illinois Extension for educational programming focusing on healthy nutrition and lifestyles including food budgeting and food safety, call Sherry Todas, program coordinator, at 815-875-2878. For more information, call University of Illinois Extension – Bureau, LaSalle, Marshall, Putnam Unit Office at 815-224-0889. Extension offices are located in Princeton,

Breakfast Nov. 9 — Doughnut or cereal, gogurt, fruit, juice, milk. Nov. 10 — Breakfast wrap or cereal, fruit, juice, milk. Nov. 11 — E-LEARNING; Muffin or cereal, cheese stick, fruit, juice, milk. Nov. 12 — Sausage and toast or cereal and toast, yogurt, fruit, juice, milk. Nov. 13 — Cinnamon roll or cereal, fruit, juice, milk. Lunch Nov. 9 — Pork chop, rice pilaf, green beans, applesauce, milk. Nov. 10 — Popcorn chicken, mashed potatoes with gravy, corn, pineapple, milk. Nov. 11 — E-LEARNING: Cooks’ choice. Nov. 12 — Taco in a bag with meat, cheese, lettuce, tomato, sour cream and salsa, mandarin oranges, cookie, milk. Nov. 13 — Cheese-stuffed breadsticks with marinara sauce, mixed vegetables, tropical fruit, gogurt, milk.

BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENT Loch Margaret Johnson and Brian Loch of McNabb are the parents of a son born Oct. 28 at Illinois Valley Community Hospital in Peru.

Thank You We would like to say thank you to all the people who reached out after the passing of my beloved mother Frieda Patorzzi. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you.

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Many questions remain after conflicting IHSA, IDPH guidance BY SHAW MEDIA

IHSA is known for its March Madness, but there was plenty of October Madness abound last week. On Tuesday, Oct. 27, Gov. JB Pritzker’s announced that the IHSA basketball was being moved to a high risk level for COVID-19 and its winter season was put “on hold.” On Wednesday Oct. 28, the IHSA announced that its basketball season could proceed as scheduled, in defiance of the Illinois Department of Public Health and governor’s announcement the day before. . The next day, Thursday, Oct. 29, Gov. Pritzker announced that the basketball season would move to the spring. The IHSA again did not agree, and said it would remain as scheduled for the winter. The IHSA is leaving the decision to play basketball up to each district or school However, Illinois State Superintendent of Education Carmen Ayala released a letter that day that said defying orders by the IDPH could “open schools up to liability and other ramifications.” Putnam County High School athletic director Chris Newsome said it’s all made it a “lose lose” scenario for school districts. “We want to play just like any other school. On the flip side, but we want to keep everyone safe and healthy,” Newsome said. “Our board of education has been placed in a tough spot. If the decision is to play, we are ready to continue implementing the protocols and mitigation strategies that have allowed our teams to use their contact days for the better part of the last two months without incident. “If the decision is to not play, our coaches and student-athletes will continue working hard doing what they can allowably do in anticipation of playing later in the year. The data shows that student-athletes attain better grades and have a higher attendance rate when in season compared to their non-athlete classmates. “However, it’s hard to argue with erring on the side of caution regarding public health. Ultimately, we will respect the decision our board determines is in the best interest of our students. We will adapt and overcome. Our students and staff are a resilient bunch of individuals;

we will get through this.” Newsome added that “we all know that the physical and mental health of our students and student-athletes alike is suffering due to the ongoing pandemic.” Despite the IHSA announcing basketball could start as scheduled with practices on Nov. 16 and games Nov. 30, many questions remain. “People have a lot of questions like what does this mean and how does this work if the state is saying one thing and the IHSA is saying another thing?” said La Salle-Peru athletic director Dan Le. “There is a lot of confusion and questions about what we can and can’t do or how we want to move forward. This is obviously something bigger than just the coaches and athletic department. We’ll involve the administration in this and communicate with the school board as well. From my end, I’ll communicate within our conference as well to get a feel for what all the schools are thinking File photo and how they want to proceed.” Putnam County’s Nick Mattern shoots in last year’s Tri-County Conference Tournament “I think this has created a situation where it’s almost going to be up at RM Germano Gymnasium. Whether or not there will be a season or tournament this to the local school boards to decide, year, remains to be seen. ‘Who are we going to follow? Are we going to follow the state and the laborate on the decision while seek- conflicting announcements force scientists and the rules, or the IHSA ing out legal counsel. the parties to talk. because they oversee high school “We’re going to evaluate all the “It’s just craziness,” Ottawa athsports?’ ” Seneca athletic director current information and make letic director Mike Cooper said. “I’m Steve Haines said. “There are still decisions that maintain the health am surprised. This a brave move by some really tough conversations and well being of our student ath- the IHSA, but it’s probably warrantand decisions that have to be made.” letes and the St. Bede community,” ed in this situation … The fact that Bureau Valley athletic director McLaughlin said. “It’s a lot to digest the governor hasn’t spoken with the Brad Bickett, formerly the Storm at this time. I think many schools IHSA is incredible. As a school, we boys basketball coach, said that the will be weighing what things we teach our kids to try to communiBV administrative team would meet need to do. I think you’re going to cate with people and work with peoto discuss the latest developments. see more dialogue happen between ple to come to a common conclusion “Our stance through this whole the IHSA and the governor’s office and that absolutely has not been the thing, the safety of our coaches and and we’ll probably have more guid- case here. Hopefully, this will get our players are our No. 1 priority,” ance in the next couple of days.” the Illinois Department of Public Bickett said. “And we’re just going Area administrators expect the Health, the governor’s office and the to continue to use that [stance]. disagreement between the IHSA and IHSA into a room together so they Obviously, being a public school, we IDPH is not over yet. can come to a compromise and a may have some challenges going for“It was time to stand up to (Pritz- way to make these things work. ward if we want to play basketball.” ker),” Marquette athletic director “There is a way to do this safely Princeton athletic director Jeff and boys basketball coach Todd Hop- and granted, it may not be decided Ohlson was surprised by the IHSA’s kins said. “What happened (Oct. 28) by Nov. 15, but when the time comes announcement and that are a lot of was good, but this is definitely very that the numbers do go down a bit, “moving parts” that have to come far from over. It’s going to go back we’ll be ready to go.” under consideration whether or not and forth and hopefully, it will at The Chicago Public announced on basketball can happen. least get them to sit down and talk. Oct. 29 it would adhere to the goverSt. Bede athletic director Nick “We’ll have to see what happens nor’s mandate and cancel its winter McLaughlin said the IHSA and IDPH now that the ball is in (the gover- basketball season. giving conflicting direction puts nor’s) court.” Shaw Media’s Kevin Chlum, Charschools “in a very difficult spot.” With communication seemingly lie Ellerbrock, Kevin Hieronymus He said he anticipates the St. Bede lacking between the IHSA, IDPH and Brian Hoxsey contributed to administration and board will col- and Pritzker, area ADs hope the this story.

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Verucchi’s Ristorante stands the test of time Sometimes when dining out, you want new and flashy, but other times you crave good, homemade favorites done right. It’s those nights when Verucchi’s likely always will fit the bill. My three dining companions and I decided to go for a carryout from the popular Spring Valley institution, known for serving the best family-style chicken, pastas and classic Italian fare around. Verucchi’s has carved out a niche all its own during the last 100 years. After my almost 30-minute drive there, my food was delivered to my car almost to the minute predicted, and stayed steaming hot. We chose two orders of family-style chicken – four pieces of mixed fried chicken with salad, bread, choice of potato, and spaghetti and “ravs.” I also added an order of spaghetti and meatballs, the special of the day, an appetizer of fried polenta strips and for dessert, cannoli. Pre-COVID, carryout family style came with coleslaw, instead of a salad, and fries as the potato choice, but I was happy to find the regular choice of salad and potato offered, likely because the restaurant is doing so much takeout. The salad and bread are always fresh and delicious, and seem like a nice little bonus to the meal. We went with fries for one order and American fries for the other. Guys, let me tell you, American fries are the unsung hero here. They’re so buttery and salty and greasy and oniony with little browned bits that are heaven. The chicken, for me, bests any in the Illinois Valley, with a light ultra crispy flaky batter and consistently good chicken inside. The spaghetti and ravs also are a favorite. Even with two dining companions notoriously picky about their meat sauce, we didn’t have a drop left over of those sides.

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The chicken at Verucchi’s, for me, bests any in the Illinois Valley, with a light ultra crispy flaky batter and consistently good chicken inside. Shaw Media photos

LEFT: Ravs are always a great companion to fried chicken. RIGHT: The cannoli is just one of the treats at Verucchi’s, which has carved out a niche all its own during the last 100 years. I can’t recall ever having ordered plain old spaghetti and meatballs from a restaurant before, but I wanted to sample their meatballs, and it was the special. It’s offered with meat or marinara sauce, we chose meat, and comes with two good-sized meatballs full of flavor. They were the star of the dish.

The fried polenta got more of a mixed reaction, but only because we aren’t all polenta fans, and sometimes I just have to order something for myself. An order comes with four slabs, fried until crispy on the edges, then draped with melted cheese and served with a side of marinara sauce. It hits all the right

notes with the crisped edges, gooey cheese and hearty, chunky sauce. The cannoli likewise is a personal favorite. But remember that the multiple pieces make it more likely dessert pirates will hijack some. If you’re looking for some classic homemade Italian favorites and don’t want to do

the cooking, have Verucchi’s on speed dial. • The Mystery Diner is an employee at Shaw Media. The diner’s identity is not revealed to restaurant staff when ordering or picking up the food. If the Mystery Diner cannot recommend the establishment, we will not publish a story.

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TELLER / CUSTOMER SERVICE REP FIRST STATE BANK's McNabb branch has an opening for a Part-Time Teller / Customer Service Representative. Hours will be 15 to 20 hours per week and include every other Saturday morning. Responsibilities include: Applicant will handle banking transactions. Previous cash handling experience, as well as teller experience, a plus. As a Customer Service Representative must be able to handle opening new accounts, provide maintenance to existing accounts, cross-sell company products and services, as well as provide the best overall experience to customers. Attention to detail, accuracy and neatness, a must. Previous banking experience and/or related educational background, a plus. Send letter of introduction and Resume to: FIRST STATE BANK Attn: Alan Brizgis 411 West Main Street McNabb, IL 61335 EOE

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TRACTORS: *1973 John Deere 4430 #02436, 4169 hrs, 18.4-38’s w/clamp duals, 3 pt, 2 remotes, 540/1000 pto, 6 ft wts, cab, air, heat, original condition; *1968 International 656 gas tractor, #33616, 2546 hrs, hydro trans, 540 PTO, NF, 3 pt., single remote, 15.538 tires, 2 sets wheel weights, open station, NICE TRUCKS & TRAILERS: *1985 Ford L8000 diesel grain truck, 1,418,500 miles, Kann 22’ aluminum Grain box w/hoist, tandem twin screw, cargo doors, roll tarp, clean truck; *1979 Ford F-350 custom pick-up truck, showing 47,500 miles, V-8, manual tans, dually flat bed, runs; *1979 Landoll Hauloll trailer, #0665067, 36’ goose neck flat trailer, hyd. tilt and wench, good condition; *1975 Ford L750, gas, 44,481 miles showing, 16’ box & hoist, manual transmission, runs; *1991 Ford F-600 grain truck, 1,555,280 miles showing, gas, V-8, manual trans, Kann 18’ aluminum Grain box, cargo doors & hoist, runs & clean; *1981 Ford F-700 grain truck, 68,518 miles showing, gas, V-8, manual trans, 16’ box & hoist, runs; *Miller Tilt Top flatbed trailer, 2’, tandem duals, bumper hitch; SEED EQUIPMENT: * Kincaid Equipment Company Seed research harvestor, 6 cyl gas engine, 2 row wide corn head, cab, seats 2 people for research controls, always shedded and dry; *Wintersteiger research planter, 4 row wide; *2010 Hyster 50 Fortis H50FT Forklift, LP, 2252 eng. hrs., 4000 lb lift capacity, side shift, shuttle reverser, 1 owner, clean & nice; *Bluff MFG. Mobil Yard Ramp, 40’ 16,000 lb capacity, hyd. manual lift, always stored inside, nice condition; *Liberty Industries Stretch Wrap Machine, Series 400, rotating pallet table, 110V, clean and good condition; *Bag Conveyor, 30’ rubber belt, 220 volt, late 1970’s, good condition; MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS: *New Idea #518 Snow blower, 8’, 3 pt. RM, hyd spout, 540 pto; *Rhino 3 pt. RM blade; *JD 717 RM 3 pt rotary mower, 8’, 540 PTO; *Grizzly BH202 3 pt backhoe; *JD CC-A 12’ field cultivator; *Misc. JD 494 planters & parts; *IH RM 4 row wide cultivator; *JD 7000 2 row male corn planter; *JD 7000 2 row male corn planter; *JD 7000 6 row 30” planter; *Hagie 470 Hi-Track Tassle Machine, gas, salvage; *Hagie 472 Tassle Trol, Tassle Cutter, gas, salvage; *Mayrath 6” x 28’ auger, electric; *Mayrath 6” x 28’ auger, electric; *Barge box on old gear & hoist; *Barge box on JD 963 gear & hoist; *200 gallon sprayer tank on wheels; *Misc. signs, equip., tools, seed equip., etc; Not Responsible for Accidents I.D. Required Due to the Covid, safety restrictions are in place

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LAND AUCTION 236.23 Acres, M/L, In 3 Parcels Bureau County, IL Located NW of Princeton, IL Highly Tillable Farms with Excellent Soils! Tues., November 10, 2020 @ 10:00 a.m. The Cider Mill at a Hundred Acres Orchard 14180 1800 East St. Princeton, IL 61356

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Sale Day Location: American Legion Post 323, 303 Main St., Henry, IL 61537 Tract Location: 62 +/- Acres located part of E ½ of SW ¼ of Section 25, Senachwine Township, (14N-R9E & 10E) Putnam County, Illinois. 1 ½ miles West of Putnam, IL on Bradford/Putnam Blacktop, to 250 St., then South ½ mile to farm. Farm Description: 62 +/- Acres with 57 +/- tillable acres. A Productivity Index of 132.3 as per Surety. Tillable soils include Osco, Greenbush, Sable, Fayette, Rozetta and Senachwine. Taxes: Part of Tax ID #03-06-090-000 2019 taxes paid in 2020 $2,075.94 Plat locations, Aerial Photos, Soil Maps and improvement information available @ rickrediger.com TERMS AND CONDITIONS: 1.) Tract will be sold by the surveyed acres. Survey will be provided by Seller. 2.) The successful bidder will be required to enter into a standard purchase agreement contract. 10% of the contract purchase price will be due immediately following the auction. The balance will be due and payable at closing on or before December 18, 2020. 3.) The seller shall provide a title insurance policy in the amount of the purchase price of the subject property. 4.) The 2020 real estate taxes due and payable in 2021 will be credited, based on the most current evidence available, by the Seller to the Buyer at closing. All subsequent real estate taxes will be the responsibility of the buyer. 5.) The property is being sold in “AS IS” condition, with no implied warranties of any kind. 6.) The information is believed to be accurate. However, we strongly urge all prospective buyers to thoroughly research all pertinent data and to draw their own conclusions. 7.) All announcements made the day of the sale take precedence over any previously printed material. 8.) Due to the Covid, safety restrictions in place.

Seller: JANE BLAND DOWNEY ESTATE

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