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Creating a hometown tradition Putnam County High hosts first homecoming week as part of Red Devils
By HELEN MANSFIELD Shaw Local News Network correspondent
In 1975, the newly established Putnam County Consolidated Unified School District 535 graduated its first class of seniors from the new high school located in Granville.
In the 50 years since, the district has never established a football program and – depending on who you ask – you might hear a couple of different reasons as to why.
Some would say that with about 50 students in each grade, Putnam County High School never had enough students interested in pursuing its own football program. However, more likely than not, most people have heard an often-told urban legend that the original landowner sold the necessary property to the school district with the express understanding that football would never be played at PCHS.
Back in 2021, superintendent Dr. Clayton Theisinger and other high school administrators saw a growing interest from students surrounding football, so they decided to get to the bottom of why there had been no football in PCCUSD.
After searching school records and documents filed with the village of Granville and Putnam County, Theisinger found nothing to prevent PCCUSD from starting its own program – other than the excessive cost involved.
He then recruited the help of the
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Putnam County Libraries closed for Columbus Day holiday
All branches of the Putnam County Library will be closed Monday, Oct. 13, in observance of the Columbus Day holiday. Library services will resume normal hours Tuesday, Oct. 14.
Putnam Library to screen ‘Great Mammoth Mystery’ documentary
The Putnam County Public Library District will host a free screening of the NOVA documentary “Great Mammoth Mystery” at 4 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9, at the Condit Branch, 105 N. Center St.
brother and sister high school teaching duo, Bethany and Chris Newsome, to see if there was another way to get their students into football.
Forgoing the cost of its own program, PCCUSD entered an agreement in 2021 to join the Illinois Valley Youth Football League Cooperative. Theisinger said in the first year, the district sent 12 high school boys to Hall High School in Spring Valley, where they began to practice and play as Hall Red Devils.
“It’s grown to about 20 students this year,” he said.
Bethany, a high school English teacher, and Chris, the assistant high school principal and district athletic
director, were both involved in sports before they graduated from Pontiac High School.
Chris has been with PCCUSD for 13 years, and Amboy before, and described both his hometown and Amboy as communities where “football was king.” Now, he is glad his students are getting a taste of football, even if it’s with another school district.
Unlike some seasonal sports, football players start practicing in the summer months and have to put in regular hours of weight training.
While he does not participate in
Narrated by Sir David Attenborough, the 53-minute film explores a significant discovery in southern England where amateur fossil hunters uncovered giant mammoth bones alongside evidence of Neanderthals. The documentary examines how early humans survived the Ice Age, their hunting techniques and their interactions with prehistoric creatures.
Viewers will see hands-on experiments with replicas of Neanderthal spears and stone tools that bring prehistoric Britain to life. The screening is open to the public and made possible through public performance rights provided by Kanopy. For more
information, call the library at 815-339-2038.
Putnam County Methodist Churches host blood drive Oct. 13
Putnam County Methodist Churches will host a community blood drive from 1 to 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 13, at McNabb Fire Department, Goldasich Hall, 391 N. Route 89, McNabb.
Donors will receive a $10 Amazon gift card.
Register and take advantage of RapidPass online at redcross.org/rapidpass.
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Putnam County High School cheerleaders march during the inaugural Homecoming parade Sept. 17, down Elm Street in Granville.
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Monster Mash Balloon Bash returns for 2nd year in Princeton
By MAKADE RIOS Shaw Local News Network correspondent
The second-annual Monster Mash Balloon Bash returned to the Bureau County Fairgrounds on Saturday in Princeton.
The gusty winds prevented the balloon companies from providing tethered rides.
The event featured attractions such as pony rides, hayrack rides, food trucks, an outdoor movie and a performance by the Hocus Pocus Hags.
Photos by MaKade Rios for Shaw Local
ABOVE: A haunted house performer shows kids how to enter the attraction Saturday at the Monster Mash Balloon Bash at the Bureau County Fairgrounds in Princeton. ABOVE RIGHT: The Hocus Pocus Hags embrace during a performance Saturday in front of the crowd at the Monster Mash Balloon Bash. RIGHT: Families enjoy a hayride Saturday at the Monster Mash Balloon Bash. ON THE COVER: Harlo Glein (left) and Raya Bopes dance to the “Monster Mash” on Saturday at the Monster Mash Balloon Bash.
Festival 56 launches sound stage series with Jaden Decker Oct. 11
New music series features country, poppunk, singer-songwriter acts
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Festival 56 in Princeton is expanding its offerings with the new Festival 56 Sound Stage, a music series running during the fall 2025 and winter 2026 off-season.
The series will showcase three diverse performances spanning country, pop-punk and singer-songwriter genres.
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Illinois Valley Community College campuses will be closed on Friday, Oct. 10.
The college will be closed to allow employees to participate in professional development sessions. There will be no classes.
Classes will resume and student support services and offices at the Oglesby campus and Ottawa Center will reopen at 8 a.m. Monday, Oct. 13.
The first show is set for 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, at The Grace Theater, 316 S. Main St., Princeton. It will feature 19-year-old country artist Jaden Decker, a Montana native now based in Nashville. Decker’s music blends grit, soul and lyrical honesty into what he calls “Rocky Mountain Country.” His breakout single, “Thrown to the Wolves,” tells the story of a wrongful arrest and has earned him a national following.
Upcoming performances include UpByN00n on Nov. 8 and Ava Easter on Jan. 24, 2026.
19-year-old country artist Jaden Decker, a Montana native now based in Nashville. Decker’s music blends grit, soul and lyrical honesty into what he calls “Rocky Mountain Country.”
Tickets for each show are $15 and can be purchased online at festival56.com or by calling the box office at 815-879-5656. A four-ticket Sound Stage Pass also is available for a $10 savings.
Festival 56’s new Sound Stage series aims to bring fresh, intimate live music experiences to the Princeton community during the theater’s off-season.
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The Illinois Valley Community College is located at 815 N. Orlando Smith St., Oglesby.
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coaching, Chris said that the Hall administration, faculty and students have been welcoming to the Putnam County students and the players even have special stickers on their helmets designating them as PC students.
Since 2021, Bethany said the students, fans and parents have been encouraged to attend Red Devil games and related events, especially the annual homecoming game and dance in Spring Valley, but this year high school students wanted their own, local activities for the shared homecoming.
Theisinger said he was all in favor of a week of activities in the run-up to the big game, which took place Friday night against the Sherrard Tigers, but he stipulated that any events would need to be “student-led.”
“I’ve served as the student council advisor before we joined the co-op,” Bethany said.
Along with their love of sports, both Nesomes were active in academics and student government in their own right. Both said they saw firsthand how the football phenomenon of “Friday Night Lights” could bring together not only the school district, but the community
as well.
“And homecoming adds to the culture of the school and community,” Bethany added.
So after getting approval from the PCCUSD school board and the Granville City Council, PCHS’s student council officers began planning the community’s first-ever homecoming parade in April 2024.
According to the student council president and PCHS’s first homecoming queen, Ella Pyszka, it’s the only parade to have taken place in Granville.
Last week’s activities kicked off Monday afternoon with a food truck festival for the students in the parking lot of PCHS. The event was then opened up to the community before the evening’s volleyball game. Tuesday night, the school “Swing Show” featured the various talents of the student body.
Theisinger said a schoolwide pep rally took place Friday afternoon before dismissal, to amp up the players and student body alike before facing the Tigers.
Pyszka, also a volleyball player, said that Wednesday night’s parade featured more than 40 floats decorated by members of the school district and community.
“The turnout was amazing,” she said. “We appreciate those who donated convertibles for the homecoming court to ride in.”
She said she made contact with members of the Class of 1975 and found the planning and the whole event “really emotional to be part of,” especially being
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selected queen.
“There was a real sense of community pride,” she said.
Pyszka and Homecoming King Jake Dove have known each other their entire lives. The pair are not “an item,” nor does Dove play football, although Chris said he’s very active in golf and FFA.
“It’s great to see any of our kids honored,” Chris said of his students. “These two do things the right way and treat the other kids the right way.”
While the idea of being the homecoming king may be old-fashioned to some, Dove said he didn’t receive any guff from his classmates.
“I thought it was neat,” he said. “And my friends hyped me up.”
Before Friday night’s game and Saturday’s homecoming dance, football player Jonathan Scrunkel – also a lifelong CCUSD student – said he has enjoyed the homecoming activities.
“I’ve met a lot of new people,” he said.
This marks his third year as a Red Devil, and he said he was feeling pretty confident going into Friday’s match-up against the Tigers.
“I think we’ll be good and get a win for homecoming,” Scrunkel predicted.
The Red Devils beat the Sherrard Tigers 18-15, with a 59-yard screen pass by Aiden Redcliff, with just 1:16 left in the fourth quarter.
Family Fall Festival
Scott Anderson file photo
Putnam County High School Homecoming king Jake Dove and Queen Ella Pyszka ride during the inaugural Homecoming parade Sept. 17 down Elm Street in Granville.
PUTNAM COUNTY FOOD PANTRY
PUTNAM COUNTY FOODPANTRY CHRISTMAS BASKET REQUEST
CHRISTMAS BASKET REQUEST
Name:
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Number of people in your family:
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Address: (Street Number) (Town)
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Number of people in your family: _____ Phone: ___________________ (VERY IMPORTANT-need current Phone#) SC Female SC Male
On the chart below please list ALL members of your family.List the things your children and the senior citizens in your family like (favorite, toys, games, sports, teams, books, etc.) and things they need (coats, boots, pajamas, underwear,blankets). Please be as specific as possible. Children and senior citizens will receive gifts. Kids’ specific wish list will helpgift givers. Attach if necessary.
NOTE TO ACCOMPANY CHRISTMAS BASKET FORM
Again this holiday season, the Putnam County Food Pantry in cooperation with local schools, organizations and churches will prepare Christmas baskets for familiesinneed who live in Putnam County.The baskets contain makings of aChristmas breakfast and dinner,toys and clothes for the children and gifts for senior citizens.
Again this holiday season, the Putnam County Food Pantry in cooperation with local schools, organizations and churches will prepare Christmas baskets for families in need who live in Putnam County. The baskets contain makings of a Christmas breakfast and dinner, toys and clothes for the children and gifts for senior citizens. The baskets will be ready for pickup Saturday, December 13th between 8:00 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. in Bonnuchi Hall at the Granville United Church of Christ and upstairs from the Food Pantry. You will need to remain in your vehicle and we will bring the baskets out to you.
All families who wish to receive abasket must complete and return the request form or call Gayle Reno at 815-866-6484 by Saturday,November 15th. Please include aspecific wish list for your children. Forms are also available at the Food Pantry for clients who receive food on Saturday mornings. Please complete only one form.
All families who wish to receive a basket must complete and return the request form or call Gayle Reno at 815-339-6480 before Sunday, November 2nd or risk not being able to get a basket. Please include a specific wish list for your children including what type and names of books, music, activities, jewelry and specify if their ears are pierced or not and toys they like. Forms are also available at the Food Pantry for clients who receive food on Saturday mornings. Please do not fill out duplicate forms.
Regular clients of the Food Pantry will not receive abasket unless they complete aform. Baskets will be delivered only to those who are shut-in or have no access to transportation.
Regular clients of the Food Pantry will not receive a basket unless they complete a form. Baskets will be delivered only to those who are shutin or have no access to transportation. Deliveries will be made on the morning of December 13th, as well. We ask that you are home at the time of the delivery. We will leave the baskets on your doorstep outside. (Street Number) (Town)
On the chart below please list ALL members of your family. List the things your children and the senior citizens in your family like (music, toys, games, sports, teams, books, etc.) and things they need (coats, boots, pajamas, underwear, blankets). Please be as SPECIFIC as possible. Children and senior citizens will receive gifts. Kids’ SPECIFIC wish list will help gift givers. Attach if necessary.
NAME AGE SEX TOPPANT SHOE FAVORITE NEEDS? &FAVORITE TOYS, SIZE SIZE SIZE COLOR GAMES, SPORTS, BOOKS, ACTIVITIES. KIDS’ WISH LIST.
NAME AGE SEX TOP SIZE PANT SIZE SHOE SIZE NEEDS? FAVORITE TYPE OF TOYS, GAMES, SPORTS, SPECIFIC NAME of BOOKS, CRAFTS, SPECIFIC MUSIC. TYPES OF JEWELRY, (pierced ears, necklace, etc.) KIDS’ WISH LIST. BE SPECIFIC!
Volunteers will deliver baskets only to those families who are homebound or have NO transportation.
Do you want your basket delivered? YES NO
If you want your basket delivered, please give directions to your home in the space below
Volunteers will deliver baskets only to those families who are home bound or have NO transportation. Do you want your basket delivered? YES NO If you want your basket delivered, please give directions to your home in the space below
The baskets will be ready for pick-up between 8:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. on Saturday,December 19, 2015 in Bonucchi Hall at the Granville United Church of Christ and upstairs from the Pantry.Baskets will be delivered the same morning.
MAIL THIS FORM BY NOVEMBER 15th TO GAYLE RENO, BOX 462, GRANVILLE 61326
The baskets will be ready for pick-up between 8:00 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 13, 2025 in Bonucchi Hall at the Granville United Church of Christ and upstairs from the Pantry. Baskets will be delivered the same morning. MAIL THIS FORM AS SOON AS POSSIBLE AND NO LATER THAN NOVEMBER 2nd TO GAYLE RENO,
Students, families can explore programs, transfers, aid options
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More than 40 colleges and universities will take part in Illinois Valley Community College’s 52nd annual College and Career Night on Wednesday, Oct. 8.
The event runs from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the IVCC Gymnasium and is open to high school and college students, parents and community members exploring college options.
Attendees can speak directly with representatives from a wide range of schools, including IVCC, about programs, transfer options, application and admissions requirements, tuition, scholarships, financial aid, student services and campus life.
“It is a great evening to discover what is possible and plan your future,” said Tom Quigley, IVCC’s director of enrollment services. “And regardless of where your educational pathway may take you, IVCC can always fit somewhere in your journey. You can start strong here – get a
takes place on Oct. 9 in the IVCC Gymnasium. See COLLEGE & CAREER NIGHT, page 9
Steven Olson: ‘Jeopardy!’ seems much faster in studio, full of pressure
Princeton band instructor could be invited back for tournament of champions
By KEVIN HIERONYMUS khieronymus@shawmedia.com
Steven Olson always dreamed of playing on the game show “Jeopardy!” one day.
Knocking off a 7-day champion and winning four games was not a part of that dream.
The Princeton High School and Logan Junior High School band instructor won four straight games before being knocked out of the champion’s perch, pocketing more than $76,000.
“I was just very happy to be there,” Olson said. “After each game, [host] Ken Jennings asked me about the money and I told him it’s just all gravy. Just being there is the important part and I didn’t have any expectations. Especially when I saw how good Paolo [Pasco] was, the 7-day champion I beat, I had even less expectations because he was a phenome-
“As soon as I got there and saw the podium and I was looking at the board from that perspective, it really hit me that I was really there and really doing it. I would say it was the most stressful thing I’ve ever done in my life,” Olson said.
“The speed of it is not any different than it is when you watch at home, but it just feels faster being there and being under pressure. There are breaks on the show, but when you’re going, it’s just constant. It was hard to keep yourself in the right mindset if something went wrong. If I missed an answer, it was hard to get back on it and get back on track.”
nal player.”
Olson became an overnight celebrity around Bureau County and beyond after the story was first broke by Shaw Local News Network. While he has become accustomed to having strangers come up to him because of his job teaching students, all the attention was overwhelming.
“The scale of it has just been crazy because it really has been everywhere and all the time. It’s been a crazy couple weeks,” he said.
Olson said the real show is much harder than he imagined, compared to playing it at home, because it’s so fast and relentless and there’s a lot of pressure being there.
The one thing people have most asked him about is when he lost a bet of $17,162 on Final Jeopardy on his third game. He said the category, Children’s Literature, was one he felt good about and thought it was a good risk to take since he had an insurmountable lead.
“I had told myself going in if I was in a position like that in a run-away game where I couldn’t be caught and as long as I didn’t do anything stupid at the end, I had no mathematical chance of losing, I
Small Kitchen Appliances, Toasters, Coffee Pots, Blenders, Air Conditioners, White Goods, Smoke Detectors, DeHumidifiers, Vacuum’s, Batteries, Fans, Power Tools, Light Fixtures, UPS’s, Refrigerators, Stoves, Dishwashers, Light Bulbs, Broken CRT’s, Broken Glass, Hazardous Material.
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Steven Olson (right), band teacher at Princeton High School and Logan Junior High, met “Jeopardy!” host Ken Jennings when he taped a show in August in Los Angeles. The episode aired Sept. 19.
IVCC to host transfer days with more than 30 colleges in October
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Illinois Valley Community College will hold two Transfer Day events in October featuring more than 30 public and private universities and colleges.
State University Transfer Day is set for 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9, followed by Private Illinois Colleges and Universities Day from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23. Both events
will take place in the Student Life Space on campus.
Students can meet representatives to learn about transfer procedures, costs, financial aid, housing, class sizes, student clubs and more.
State universities attending include Eastern Illinois University, Illinois State University, Northern Illinois University, Southern Illinois University Carbondale, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, University of Illinois
Chicago, University of Illinois Springfield, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and Western Illinois University.
Private colleges and universities represented include American Islamic College, Augustana College, Aurora University, Blackburn College, Bradley University, Columbia College Chicago, Dominican University, Eureka College, Illinois College, Illinois Wesleyan University, Knox College, Lakeview Col -
lege of Nursing, Loyola University Chicago, Methodist College/Carle Health, Millikin University, National Louis University, North Central College, North Park University, Olivet Nazarene University, Quincy University, Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing and Saint Anthony College of Nursing.
For information, visit ivcc.edu/ transfer or call the IVCC Counseling Center at 815-224-0360.
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quality education and save money –and transfer seamlessly to a fouryear school.”
Quigley also encouraged early planning, noting that registration for IVCC’s spring classes begins Oct. 28.
Participating institutions include Augustana College, Aurora University, Ball State University, Black -
burn College, Bradley University, Columbia College Chicago, Dominican University, Eastern Illinois University, Eckerd College, Elmhurst University, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Eureka College, Franklin University, Illinois State University, Illinois Wesleyan University, Knox College, Lakeview College of Nursing, Loras College, Loyola University Chicago, Luther College, Marian University of Wisconsin, Methodist College, Michigan
Technological University, Millikin University, North Central College, Northern Illinois University, Quincy University, Rockford University, St. Ambrose University, Saint Anthony College of Nursing, Saint Mary’s College, St. Norbert College, Southern Illinois University Carbondale, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, University of Chicago, University of Illinois Chicago, University of Illinois Springfield, University of Illinois Urbana-Cham -
paign, University of Maine, University of Northern Iowa, University of Wisconsin Whitewater, Upper Iowa University, Western Illinois University and Wheaton College.
IVCC representatives will also be on hand to discuss financial aid, counseling, admissions procedures, services and academic programs.
Registration is recommended. For information, visit ivcc.edu/admissions/collegeandcareernight.php or call 815-224-0439.
Medicare Open Enrollment October 15- December 7.
Every year, Medicare beneficiaries should review available Part D plans to ensure they have the best plan that fits their needs and that they are not overpaying.
The PCCC has Medicare counselors available to take appointments Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 2 PM. In-office, in-home and limited evening appointments are available for your convenience.
The Putnam County Community Center is a certified SHIP (Senior Health Insurance Program) site & partially funded by the Western Illinois Area Agency on Aging.
One River Zen names writer, artist for residency in Ottawa
Braboy and Arthur to explore Zen, creativity in eight-week program
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One River Zen in Ottawa, in partnership with the Arts of Starved Rock Country Fund, has selected writer Alexandria Braboy and artist David Arthur for an eight-week residency focused on the intersection of art, community and Zen practices.
Braboy and Arthur were introduced at a bonfire event Saturday, Sept. 20, at One River Zen, 121 E. Prospect Ave. The public was invited to join for cider and an open discussion on Zen and creativity.
Braboy, from La Salle, holds degrees in creative writing and journalism from
the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. She has worked in journalism and grantwriting since 2013 and focuses on storytelling that inspires transformative change.
Arthur, a Springfield native now based near Peoria, is a draftsman, painter and professional tattoo artist with 20 years of experience. His work spans various styles, with a focus on beauty, nature and spirituality using watercolor and alcohol markers.
For more information, contact René Parks Wendinger, administrator of the Arts of Starved Rock Country, at rene@ srccf.org. The Arts of Starved Rock Country is part of the Starved Rock Country Community Foundation.
Alexandria Braboy
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David Arthur
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didn’t have the money in my hand yet anyway,” he said. “And I just wanted to take a swing at it as long as it wasn’t costing me a chance to win because the most important thing to me was the opportunity to keep playing.
“Obviously, I would have rather not lose $17,000 in 30 seconds, but I never had it to begin with. If it had been something I was really weak in I wouldn’t have done that.”
Olson said it was all fun while it lasted and he had no regrets.
“Even on the game that I lost, I don’t think it was any one thing I did. I think it was two other players that were just as good or better than me and a set of categories that wasn’t my favorite,“ he said. ”There were clues on several games that I looked back on I watch it and thought, ‘I should have known that.’ But really no regrets.”
Olson went out with a little showmanship when he drew up a cartoon watermelon when he didn’t know the Final Jeopardy answer.
“I knew I had no idea on the answer and I did write a joke on that because I knew I couldn’t win and knew I was
done,“ he said. ”I was mostly proud I could draw a little cartoon watermelon in five seconds. I’m not an artist. I felt pretty good about that.”
Each week of the “Jeopardy!” games shown on TV is taped in one day, Olson said. His four games were taped over two days, his first show was the end of one tape day and the final four on the next.
Olson said he was instructed to bring five changes of clothes, but “I didn’t think I was going to need them.” He brought one suit, three dress shirts and a few ties and picked up a fresh shirt from the wardrobe department for the fourth show.
Olson just missed out on being automatically invited for the “Tournament of Champions,” which features “Jeopardy!” winners of five games or more. But he is on the list to be brought back to fill out the tournament if needed.
“More often than not, four-game winners are invited. I would say I have a better than even chance, but not a 100% chance,” Olson said. “It would be amazing. If I thought I had no expectations of winning the first time, I’ll have even less expectations going up against people who have exclusively won multiple games.”
OBITUARIES
FRANK J. “PACO” GREATHOUSE
Born: October 4, 1955 in Spring Valley, IL
Died: September 27, 2025 in Necedah, WI.
Frank J. “Paco” Greathouse 69, of Necedah, Wi., formerly of Granville, Il. Passed away Saturday September 27th, 2025, in his home surrounded by his family.
Services will be held Saturday October 25th from 1-4pm at The Roadhouse Bar at W5164 State Road 21 Necedah, Wisconsin 54646. The Helmer-Shields Funeral Home in Granville is entrusted with the arrangements.
Frank was born October 4th,1955, in Spring Valley, Il to William “Blue” and Marjorie (Platt) Greathouse Sr. He married Mary Mennem April 5, 1973, in Granville, Il.
Paco lived his life on his own terms. He was the “head wrench supervisor” when it came to his garage. He loved fishing and riding his classic Harley Davidson. Also, Friday night cards in his garage with his friends and camping. He was an avid Packers fan, and he could name any old car from a mile away. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family and
friends. He was a big man with an even bigger heart.
Frank is survived by his wife Mary of 52 years of Necedah, two daughters Tina (Matthew) Sakalas of Michigan, Jessica (Doug) Tolsma of Michigan, two sons Joseph (Jessica) Greathouse of Necedah, Seth (Nicole) Greathouse of Melrose, Wi, three granddaughters Jonica Stinebower, Skyla Blue Greathouse, Chloe Sakalas, three grandsons Brock Greathouse, Carson Sakalas, Logan Greathouse one great granddaughter Jennifer Stinebower, one sister Cindy (Joseph) Shevokas of Arlington, Il, two brothers William (Carol) Greathouse Jr of Depue, Il and Jeff (Eleanor) Greathouse of Granville, Il one sister – in- law Cindy (Rick) Frackowiak of Tacoma, WA, two brothers- in -laws Bill (Nancy) Mennem of Princeton, Il, Joe Mennem of Minot, ND, nieces, nephews and many many friends.
Frank was preceded in death by his father William, mother Marjorie, father-in-law Roy Mennem, mother-in-law Patricia Mennem and son Anthony “Tony” Howard, one sister Patricia Narczewski and one brother -in -law James Mennem.
Condolences may be sent to his family in care of Helmer-Shields Funeral Home PO Box 598 Granville, Il 61326
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FOOTBALL: PRINCETON 28, HALL-PUTNAM COUNTY 12
Princeton’s Lanham makes key stop in Tigers win
Casey Etheridge sets all-time Bureau County rushing record
By KEVIN HIERONYMUS khieronymus@shawmedia.com
Hall-Putnam County scored on the first play of the fourth quarter, drawing to within two points against rival Princeton on Friday night at Nesti Stadium in Spring Valley.
The Red Devils went for the 2-point conversion to tie the game with thirdstring quarterback Braden Curran passing to Johnathon Stunkel.
Enter Princeton senior defensive back Gavin Lanham, who stopped Stunkel cold, short of the goal line.
The Tigers kept the lead and added to it with a pair of fourth-quarter touchdowns to take home a 28-12 win in the 101st meeting between the longtime rivals.
“I couldn’t let them tie the game and wanted to keep momentum on our side,” Lanham said.
Princeton senior captain Casey Etheridge said they can always count on Lanham to make the big play.
“You can put him anywhere and he’ll make plays. He’s a great player,” Etheridge said. “We call him more of an offensive linebacker than quarterback because he can lower his shoulder.
“That’s a big momentum change, especially in a game like this where we need the win to make the playoffs.”
The Red Devils mounted an eight-play, 58-yard scoring drive on the opening possession of the game, capped by an 8-yard run by Aiden Redcliff. The PAT missed and Hall took a quick 6-0 lead just less than four minutes into the game.
The excitement of the quick score on the Hall sidelines was dampened by the loss of senior Dylan Glynn, the Red Devils quarterback, who suffered a knee injury making a defensive stop.
The Red Devils made an unexpected turn to Plan B, inserting lead back Redcliff into the quarterback position for the rest of the night, except for the conversion attempt when he momentarily left with a muscle cramp. He rushed for 183
Hall-PC’s Aiden Redcliff is helped up by teammate Caden Ellena on Friday, Oct. 3, at Richard Nesti Stadium in Spring Valley.
yards and 2 TDs on 25 carries.
“Who ever plans for losing a quarterback?” Hall coach Nick Sterling said.
“What was it the 1:36 mark of the first quarter when I looked up at the clock? Lots of people in unfamiliar spots. They battled. It will help us grow.”
The Tigers scored a rather stunning touchdown by sophomore reserve back Brennen Emmett, who rushed 34 yards through the heart of the Red Devils’ defense to pay dirt. The Tigers added the PAT and took a lead they never gave up.
Etheridge raced for a 29-yard touchdown with 9:08 left in the second quarter to put the Tigers up 14-6. Etheridge finished the night with 223 yards on 23 carries, setting the all-time Bureau County rushing record.
Princeton scored on a 5-yard TD by sophomore Ayden Agushi to go up 21-12 with 7:46 remaining and added a 9-yard TD by classmate Lane Goskusky at 3:16 to put the finishing touches on the Three Rivers East victory for the Tigers (3-3, 2-1).
“I don’t think we played our best game, but they gave us a run for our money and I thought we ended the game well,” Etheridge said.
Princeton coach Ryan Pearson said the Tigers made the plays when they needed them, noting the conversion stop by Lanham and the interception by Abe Longeville.
“We knew with some of the wrinkles we worked on this past week, there was going to be some growing pains, but I’m happy with how our kids responded,” Pearson said. “In the second half, Hall scored, but our defense made a huge stop on that 2-point conversion. That was a huge momentum play.
“I knew coming in, we were going to get the absolute best effort from Hall. They’re fighting for their playoff lives just like we are. (We’re) 3-3, hopefully we can go back to work this next week, it’s one game at a time, and take care of Mendota.”
At 3-3, Sterling said the Red Devils are in good standing heading into the
final stretch of the season.
“Coach (Adam) Curran looked back to where we were Weeks 1 and 2, and I already knew it, everything is in the right direction,” Sterling said. “We’re happy about the boys. You can see they’re committed. They’re holding each other accountable. It’s good. Everything is on the right path and as long as it stays there, there’s no doubt in my mind that these kids will be successful.”
Etheridge passed former Tiger standout Ronde Worrels, who rushed for 4,387 yards from 2017-21, to become the all-time leading rusher in program and Bureau County, now with 4,524 yards, with three more regular-season games remaining.
“What a great, hard-working kid,” Pearson said. “Any time you get thrown into the same sentence as Ronde Worrels, who’s one of the greatest players to play in our program, you’re doing something special. What an awesome honor for him.”
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Myah Richardson shows talent in all-around game, topping Hall
Putnam County sophomore Myah Richardson has been a strong allaround player for the Panthers since she joined varsity last season as a freshman.
Her all-around skills showed the week of Sept. 15-20.
Richardson had 31 kills, 22 assists, six blocks and 24 digs in three matches, including 18 kills, 16 digs, 11 assists, seven points, two aces and two blocks in a three-set win over Hall.
“Myah played with incredible intensity this week,” Putnam County coach Amy Bell said. “Her court awareness is outstanding. She consistently finds open spots and makes smart decisions under pressure. At the net, she’s a dominant presence, putting up a strong block that challenges opponents. As a setter, she’s been working hard to run a dynamic offense, always looking for opportunities to better the ball and keep us competitive.”
For her performance, Richardson was voted the NewsTribune Athlete of the Week, sponsored by Sullivan’s and Grasser’s Plumbing & Heating.
Richardson answered some questions from NewsTribune sports editor Kevin Chlum.
Besides Putnam County’s gym, where is your favorite place to play volleyball?
Richardson: I enjoy spending time at the JJR (Next Level Training) gym in La Salle with coach Jenn Crum, as she has truly taught me how to be a great volleyball player but an even better teammate. And [I enjoy playing] at the AAU national championships in Orlando.
Do you prefer to set or hit the ball?
Richardson: Although I truly love getting kills, I love being the one to help my teammates succeed by giving them a good ball to attack.
Who is the best athlete you’ve ever competed against in any sport?
Richardson: I believe the best athlete
I’ve competed against is probably Anna Hjerpe from Serena or Kijah Lucas from St. Bede.
What are your goals for yourself and the team for the rest of the season?
Richardson: My goals this season are to continue to do great things, even if it doesn’t result in a win, and build on it for the next few seasons.
What is your pre-game routine?
Richardson: My pre-game routine after our team talk is jump rope forward and backward 50 times each, do my ankle exercises and shoulder work, and then say a prayer and be ready to zone in for the game.
If you could go to homecoming with any celebrity, who would it be?
Richardson: If I could go to homecoming with any celebrity, I think it would have to be Hudson Westbrook or whoever plays Cole in the show ‘My Life with the Walter Boys.’
What is your favorite subject in school, and why?
Richardson: Most definitely English. I love being able to learn about writing and put it into hands-on experience. Although I don’t have it this year, I loved my Ag classes last year. They were the joy of my days, and the teachers were great.
What is the best book you’ve ever read?
Richardson: The best book I’ve ever read would have to be ‘Moo.’ I don’t know who it’s by, and I haven’t seen it in years, but I could tell you the whole story in my sleep.
What are your thoughts on your individual performance last week?
Richardson: My performance last week was not really the best of my abilities, but I was strong for my team, continuing to better the ball and stay on track to make sure the team did well, even if I didn’t, because as they say, there’s no I in team.
Myah Richardson
Scott Anderson file photos
Putnam County’s Myah Richardson keeps the ball in the air as Serena’s Anna Hjerpe watches on the opposite side of the net on Monday, Sept. 22, 2025 at Putnam County High School.
Putnam County’s Myah Richardson sets the ball in the air against Henry-Senachwine on Aug. 28 at Henry-Senachwine High School.
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IN THE CIRCU IT C OURT OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCU IT ¬PUT NAM CO UNTY, ILLINOIS U.S. BA NK NA TIONAL ASSOCIATIO N, Plaintiff, vs CO LLIN J. MA NA HA N; ILLINOIS H OUSIN G DE VE LOPMENT AUT HOR ITY; Defendant(s). CAS E NO 202 5F C4
KNOX COUNTY, ILLINOIS LAND AUCTION
IN THE CIRCUIT C OU RT O F THE 10T H JUDICIAL CIRCU IT CO UNTY OF Putnam - H ennepin, ILL INOIS Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC Plaintiff vs William P. Butcher, Special Representati ve for Gabriel Garrido (Deceased); Maria Garrido a/k/a Maria Angelica Garrido; Victoria Garrido; Alexandria Garrido; Village of Mark; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Gabriel Garrido; Unknown Ow ners and Non-Record Claimants Defendant 22 F C 2 CALENDAR NOTICE OF SALE
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on November 5, 2025, at the hour 10:00 a.m., Putnam County Courthouse in the Lobby, 120 N. 4th Street, Hennepin, IL 61327, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 02-00- 093-050 Comm only known as 115 Roberts St., Mark, IL 61340. The real estate is: single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessm ents required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condom inium Property Act. Sale terms: At sale, the bidder must have 10% dow n by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Potestivo & Associates P.C., 223 West Jackson Boulevard, Suite 610, Chicago, IL 60606. (248) 853- 4400 ext 1200. 314552
INTERCO UNTY JUDICIAL SA LES CO RPOR ATION intercountyju dicialsales.com#es.com I327 379 8 (Published Putnam C ount y Record Oct. 1, 8, 15, 2025 )
Property Address: 210 W Washington St Magnolia, IL 6 1336
NOTICE O F SHERIFF SALE
Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the above- entitled cause on July 31, 2025, I, Sheriff Josh Boedigheim er of Putnam County, Illinois, will hold a sale on November 13, 2025, commencing at 9:00 AM, Putnam County Courthouse, 120 N. Fourth St., Hennepin, IL 61327, to sell to the highest bidder or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to sati sfy said decree, to wit: Comm only known as: 210 W Washington St, Magnolia, IL 61336 P.I.N.: 04-00- 034-150 First Lien Position; Single Family Residence; Judgment Am ount $43,738.75 IN ACCORD ANCE WITH 735 ILCS 5/15-1507 (c)(1)(H -1) AND (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9( G)(5), AN D 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g- 1), YOU AR E HE RE BY NOTIFIED THAT THE PU RC HA SE R OF THE PROPERTY OTHER TH AN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PA Y TH E ASSESSMENTS AND LEGAL FEES RE QU IRED BY SUBSEC TIONS (g)(1) AN D (g)(4) OF SE CTION 9 AND THE ASSESSMENTS AND CO URT CO STS RE QU IRED BY SUBSECTION (g-1) OF SE CTION 18.5 OF THE ILLINOIS CO NDO MINIUM PROPERTY ACT
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: Sales Department at Diaz Anselmo & Associates, LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120, Napervill e, IL 60563, (630) 453- 6960. For bidding instructions, visit w ww.dallegal. 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.
Diaz Anselmo & Associates, LLC 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120 Naperville, IL 60563 (630) 453- 6960 midwestpleadings@dallegal.com 8144- 958496
Oct. 8, 15, 22, 202 5 Putnam Count y Record 958 49 6
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2025 AT 11:00 AMCT 77.61 TAXABLE ACRES± • 1 TRACT
The farm is located approximately 5 miles east of Victoria, IL or 20 miles northeast of Galesburg, IL with access along Knox Hwy 24 and Knox Rd 2350 E and further described as being located in Section 13, T12N-R4E, Victoria Township, Knox County, Illinois.
The farm represents high quality Class A farmland in Knox County, IL. A great opportunity to add on to an existing farm operation or investment portfolio.
GEORGE AND ISAL ENGLUND FARM
PUBLIC NOT Cellco Partners and its cont affiliates business as Ve Wireless (V Wireless) propos collocate wi communications antennas at height of 174 feet 175-foot self-s tele communicatio tower at the ap vicinity of 10465 1050th Granville, Pu C ounty, IL Public comm regardin g po effect s from th on historic prope may be submi within 30 days the date of publication to: Corp, Allee a.wasiak@trileaf.com 1821 Walden Square, Ste Schaumburg, IL 630-227-0202 (Published in Pu C ounty Record Oct. 8, 2025) 2276401
*CANCELED* Putnam Cou Planning/Zon Boar d of Appe
Heari Wednesday October 15th, at 7:00 p.m. Putnam Cou Courthouse 120 North Fo St reet Hennepin, IL 613
This Hearing cons ider the following ZBA # 25- 00 Application
Text A mend me requested by Putnam Coun Zoning Administration include an Ordina outlining th definitions an requirements governing Ca Injection Wells in Putnam C oun HAS BEEN CANCE LED (Published
PUBLIC NOTICE
Cellco Partnership and its controlled affiliates doing business as Verizon Wireless (Verizon Wireless) proposes to collocate wireless communications antennas at a top height of 174 feet on a 175-foot self-support telecommunication tower at the approx. vicinity of 10465 E. 1050th Street, Granville, Putnam County, IL 61326. Public comm ents regarding potential effect s from this site on historic properties may be submitted within 30 days from the date of this publication to: Trileaf Corp, Allee W., a.wasiak@trileaf.com, 1821 Walden Office Square, Ste 500, Schaumburg, IL 60173, 630-227-0202
(Published in Putnam County Record Oct. 8, 2025) 2276401
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Putnam Count y Planning/Zoning Boar d of Appeal Public Hearing Wednesday October 15th, 202 at 7:00 p.m. Putnam Count Courthouse 120 North Four St reet Hennepin, IL 613
This Hearing to cons ider the following: ZBA # 25- 00 2, Application fo Text A mend ment requested by Th Putnam County Zoning Administration to include an Ordinanc outlining the definitions and requirements fo governing Carbon Injection Wells (C in Putnam County HAS BEEN CANCE LED
(Published in Putn County Record Oct. 8, 2025) 2277707
IN THE CIRCUIT C OU RT O F THE 10T H JUDICIAL CIRCU IT CO UNTY OF Putnam - H ennepin, ILL INOIS
Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC Plaintiff
vs William P. Butcher, Special Representati ve for Gabriel Garrido (Deceased); Maria Garrido a/k/a Maria Angelica Garrido; Victoria Garrido; Alexandria Garrido; Village of Mark; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Gabriel Garrido; Unknown Ow ners and Non-Record Claimants Defendant 22 F C 2 CALENDAR NOTICE OF SALE
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on November 5, 2025, at the hour 10:00 a.m., Putnam County Courthouse in the Lobby, 120 N. 4th Street, Hennepin, IL 61327, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: LOT 5 IN DAVID B. MO ORE'S FIRST AD DITION TO THE VILLIGE OF MARK, EXCEPT THE COAL UN DERLYING THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND AND ALL RIGHTS AND EASEMENTS IN FAVO R OF THE ESTATE OF SAID COAL, SITU ATED IN PUTN AM COUNTY, ILLINOIS. P.I.N. 02-00-093- 050 Comm only known as 115 Roberts St., Mark, IL 61340.
The real estate is: single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessm ents required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condom inium Property Act.
Sale terms: At sale, the bidder must have 10% dow n by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.
For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Potestivo & Associates P.C., 223 West Jackson Boulevard, Suite 610, Chicago, IL 60606. (248) 853- 4400 ext 1200. 314552 INTERCO UNTY JUDICIAL SALES CO RPORATION intercountyju dicialsales.com#es.com I327 379 8 (Published Putnam C ount y Record Oct. 1, 8, 15, 2025 )
IN THE CIRCU IT C OURT OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCU IT ¬PUT NAM CO UNTY, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATIO N, Plaintiff, vs CO LLIN J. MANAHAN; ILLINOIS H OUSIN G DEVELOPMENT AUT HORITY; Defendant(s). CAS E NO. 202 5F C4
Property Address: 210 W Washington St Magnolia, IL 6 1336 NOTICE O F SHERIFF SALE
Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the above- entitled cause on July 31, 2025, I, Sheriff Josh Boedigheim er of Putnam County, Illinois, will hold a sale on November 13, 2025, commencing at 9:00 AM, Putnam County Courthouse, 120 N. Fourth St., Hennepin, IL 61327, 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: LOTS
TW EN TY-EIG HT (28), TW EN TY-NIN E (29) AN D THIRTY (30) IN THE ORIGIN AL VILLAGE OF MAG NOLIA, AS THE SAME IS PLATTED AND RECO RD ED , SITUATED IN TH E COUNTY OF PUTN UM AN D STATE OF ILLINO IS Commonly known as: 210 W Washington St , Magnolia, IL 61336
P.I.N.: 04-00- 034- 150
First Lien Position; Single Family Residence; Judgment Am ount $43,738.75 IN ACCORD ANCE WITH 735 ILCS 5/15-1507 (c)(1)(H -1) AND (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9( G)(5), AN D 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g- 1), YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE PU RCHASER OF THE PROPERTY OTHER TH AN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PAY TH E ASSESSMENTS AND LEGAL FEES REQU IRED BY SUBSEC TIONS (g)(1) AN D (g)(4) OF SECTION 9 AND THE ASSESSMENTS AND CO URT CO STS REQU IRED BY SUBSECTION (g-1) OF SECTION 18.5 OF THE ILLINOIS CO NDO MINIUM PROPERTY ACT
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:
Sales Department at Diaz Anselmo & Associates, LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120, Napervill e, IL 60563, (630) 453- 6960. For bidding instructions, visit w ww.dallegal. 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.
Diaz Anselmo & Associates, LLC 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120 Naperville, IL 60563 (630) 453- 6960 midwestpleadings@dallegal.com 8144- 958496 Oct. 8, 15, 22, 202 5
UNIT ED STATES OF AMERI CA STATE OF ILL INOIS, COUNTY OF PUTNAM IN THE CIRCUIT COU RT OF T HE TENTH JUDIC IAL CIRC UIT ESTATE OF BRUCE FILBRAND T Deceased NO . 2 025P R5 NO TICE TO HEIRS AND LEGATEES WH OSE NAMES OR ADDRESSES ARE UNKNOWN AND CLAIM NOTICE
Notice is given of the death of BRUCE FILBRANDT, of 11357 W oody Wilson Road, McNabb, Illinois. Letters of Office were issued on July 31, 2025, to SUSAN BURR, 303 East Harper, P. O. Box 15, Granville, Illinois 61326, whose attorney is John Balestri of Bernabei, Balestri & Fiocchi, 149 Gooding Street, LaSalle, Illinois 61301.
Notice is given to any heirs or legatees whose names or addresses are not stated in the Petition for Letters of Office, that an Order was entered by the Court on July 31, 2025, admitting the Decedent's Will to probate. Within 42 days after the effective date of the original Order of admission any heir or legatee may file a Petition with the court to require proof of the Will by testim ony of the witnesses to the Will in open court or other evidence, as provided in Section 755 ILCS 5/6- 21 of the Probate Act.
You also have the right under Section 755 ILCS 5/8-1 of the Probate Act to contest the validity of the Will by filing a Petition with the court within 6 months after admission of the Will to probate.
This Notice is being mailed within 14 days after admission of the Will.
Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Circuit Clerk, Probate Division, Putnam County Courthouse, 120 North 4th Street, Hennepin, Illinois 61327, or with the representative or both on or before April 8, 2026, or if a claim notice is mailed or delivered personally to a creditor of the decedent, on or before the date stated in that notice Any claim not filed within the time allowed is barred Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within ten days after it has been filed.
Filings may be e-filed in the Office of the Circuit Clerk, Putnam County Courthouse, 120 North 4th Street, Hennepin, IL 61327, or with the representative or both, E-filing is now mandatory for documents in civil cases with limited exemptions To e- file you must first create an account with an e- filing service provider Visit https://efile.illin ois courts.gov/service-providers.htm to learn more and to select a service provider If you need additional help or have trouble e-filing, visit
