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Tonica School comes under fire Parent: ‘This is not a happy place anymore’

By Zachary J. Pratt news@tonicanews.com

TONICA — Troubled times have hit the Tonica Grade School District. Some community members are voicing their distrust of the administration, while others see cause for hope. The Tonica School Board meeting on Wednesday, June 29, began with public comment, during which time various members of the community stepped forward to voice their grievances against the administration, but there were some who stated their support. Mark Zimmer opened his address with a list of traits: “Integrity, responsibility, respect, fairness, trustworthiness, honesty.” These traits, he explained, are not given to the communi-

ty’s children at birth, but need to be modeled for them and taught to them. He does not see this happening. He sees the problem as originating at the top, a theme which would be repeated throughout the meeting. “Our administration should be held to these standards as well as our children,” he said. Nicole Fundell, a parent of a student who attends the school, presented to the board a question of how the school compares to its state the past few years. “Would you say our school is better off?” she asked. One issue Fundell has with the current state of the school is losses with minimal or no gains. “We cut the preschool program because we didn’t have enough money to pay salary,” Fundell said. “We haven’t gained anything, but we lost a killer program.” Her husband, Ritch Fundell, also voiced concern over

cutting the program but maintaining the salary. He also had another comment to characterize what he believes others feel as well. “There seems to be this dark, negative atmosphere cloud around the school,” he said. “That’s just what I feel when I come here.” Another parent, Stephanie Stasiak, agreed with the comment. “This is not a happy place anymore,” Stasiak said. She went further and explained where she believes the root of the issue to be — all the way at the top. “I believe it is our administration, not the budget,” she said. “Teachers, please stand up to the bullies,” Stasiak urged.

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A smart boater is a safe boater By Terri Simon

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of crop-harming pests in the area. A series of insect traps have been installed on the field edges in the area of Illinois Valley Community College in Oglesby in LaSalle County. The traps are part of a corn and soybean survey conducted through the University of Illinois Department of Crop Sciences as part of a USDA-NIFA grant. They are looking for potential insect threats including the Old World Bollworm, Egyptian Cottonworm, Asiatic Rice Borer, Cucurbit Beetle, Brown Marmorated Stink Bug, and Kudzu Bug. The discovery of any of these pests could impact corn and soybean yields. Also, after the discovery of

Here in the Illinois Valley, the current tends to run in many residents’ blood. With many rivers, canals and bodies of water at our fingertips, it is a boater’s paradise for those who love the serenity and the excitement of launching a boat in one of the area’s many waterways. Now is the time for boaters to rethink their excursions as the use the public rivers, lakes, canals and creeks that call their names at this time of the year. Weather Rule No. 1 is to always check the forecast before you launch your boat. Especially on the water, a storm can quickly turn a fun and enjoyable day into a nightmare. The National Weather Service (NWS) urges boaters to not rely on their cell phones for a forecast, rather check out the NWS website for updated and current weather conditions that could be hazardous or life threatening. Life Jackets Before you and your family get out on the water this year, make sure you have a life jacket, and more importantly, make sure you wear it. According to the NWS, nearly 85 percent of those who drown while boating were not wearing a life jacket. Wearing a life jacket is one of the most effective and simple life-saving strategies for safe recreational boating. Boaters are required to have a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket on board for every passenger on their vessel. Life jackets are available in a wide variety of shapes, sizes and colors.

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Kelly Estes, state survey coordinator, installs one of three traps in a soybean field to monitor local pest activity near Illinois Valley Community College in Oglesby in LaSalle County. The traps will be inspected every two weeks to track the spread of invasive species.

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OGLESBY — Farmers face many challenges throughout the year. Control over the weather may be out of their hands, but others can be managed. Invasive species, insect, plant or disease, can significantly lower yields, and agronomists with the University of Illinois Extension office are constantly working to help farmers combat the relentless spread of the most unwelcome guests to area crops. Extension educator for commercial agriculture Russ Higgins has been working with the Northern Illinois Agronomy Research Center to monitor the proliferation

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Boating From Page 1 Most made today are comfortable, lightweight and appropriate for any water activity. To learn more, visit the National Safe Boating Council online at www.safeboatingcouncil.org. Fire Extinguishers U.S. Coast Guard approved, marine-type fire extinguishers are required on boats where a fire

hazard could be expected from the engines or fuel system. When required, boats less than 26 feet must carry at least one B-I, Coast Guard-approved fire extinguisher. Boats 26-40 feet must carry two B-I or one B-II Coast Guard-approved fire extinguisher(s). Boats 40-65 feet must carry three B-I or one B-II and one B-I Coast Guard-approved extinguishers. According to the NWS, fire extinguishers are classified by a letter and a number symbol. The

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are undamaged. Everyone should start their boating season with this vital safety check. Communication Devices If you have a text-ready cell phone, you can find the latest weather updates at cell.weather. gov, or on a smartphone, you can get weather news at mobile.weather.gov. NOAA Weather Radio All Hazards will sound an alert when NWS issues a weather advisory. A weather radio is an integral tool for a boater.

BUI: Just as deadly as a DUI There’s no question that drinking while being under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol is a deadly combination. The same holds true for those operating a boat, known as boating under the influence or BUI. Did you know? • A boat operator is likely to become impaired more quickly than a driver, drink for drink. • The penalties for BUI can include large fines, revocation of operator privileges and serious jail terms. • The use of alcohol is involved in about one-third of all recreational boating fatalities. • It is illegal to operate a boat while under the influence of alcohol or drugs in every state. The Coast Guard also enforces a federal law that prohibits BUI. This law pertains to all boats (from canoes and rowboats to the largest ships).

Dangers of BUI Alcohol affects judgment, vision, balance and coordination. These impairments increase the likelihood of accidents afloat for both passengers and boat operators. U.S. Coast Guard data shows in boating deaths involving alcohol use, over half the victims capsized their boats and/or fell overboard. Alcohol is even more hazardous on the water than on land. The marine environment motion, vibration, engine noise, sun, wind and spray accelerates a drinker’s impairment. These stressors cause fatigue that makes a boat operator’s coordination, judgment and reaction time decline even faster when using alcohol. Alcohol can also be more dangerous to boaters because boat operators are often less experienced and

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on the school board has seen this scenario before and now is seeing it again. He provided a historical insight to the situation, as he sees it, and urged those in attendance to keep hope. “I’m probably the oldest person here, and this looks familiar from when I was on the school board,” Janz said. When he was on the board, the school faced a similar situation and had to make program cuts. The first to be lost was physical education, followed by art and then music. “That did not settle well with a lot of people,” Janz said. The school looked to be trapped in a downward spiral. Prospects looked bleak, but then the situation began to change, and programs began to return. “You realize over the years there are a lot of changes, and the board always has tough decisions to make,” Janz said. As the district continues to face troubles, the board will continue to face these difficult decisions. The question is where Tonica goes from here.

From Page 1 “If you don’t stand up to the bullies, how will the kids?” Tonica Mayor Kevin Sluder also spoke to the board to voice his concern, asking if there are plans as to how the school should continue through the economic troubles. He said the school and the village are linked.”If something happens to the school, the city will go down with it.” Despite the bleak outlook portrayed in public comment, other individuals stepped forward to offer hope and support for the board. Karen Jones, who teaches science at the school, disagreed specifically with the assertion that the school’s administration is bullying people around. “Do we have bullies in the school? You bet we do, but Mr. Schupp is not the bully,” Jones said. “This is the best administration I’ve ever worked with here.” John Janz, who himself spent 18 years

Pests From Page 1 Tar Spot in Northern Illinois corn fields last year, including Bureau and LaSalle counties, the USDA is requesting it be included with the survey list. Higgins explained which invasive threats he considers the most threatening to crop production.

“I’m going to hedge my answer a little and include pests that are expanding their territory as well as those considered invasive. On an annual basis, I would consider weeds competing with cash crops for nutrients, water and light to be the greatest yield robbers. Given the right conditions, diseases can cause significant injury. I think potential insect damage is the hardest to predict but certainly can not be ignored,” Higgins said.

Music to their ears? Maybe ... Tonica looks at partnering with Music Suite 408 By Zachary J. Pratt news@tonicanews.com

TONICA — Having faced recent program cuts, the Tonica Grade School District is looking into ways through which it can once again offer various courses. One of the continuing issues some members of the public have with the school’s current status is the recent program cuts, but at the Wednesday, June 29, meeting of the Tonica School Board, Principal Duane Schupp spoke to the possibility that some of these might return. Schupp said the school is looking into arrangements with Music Suite 408, which could help provide the potential for some returning programs. Not everything with the potential partnership is simple, though, as different factors could play a role in how things go

Some pests have been regular problems for many years, but others have become threats more recently. Higgins said, “One of the challenges of an invasive or new pest that moves into an area is the fact that often little research has been conducted on how the pest will spread or behave in this new environment. An example is Tar Spot, a disease on corn found in Indiana and Northern Illinois in 2015. Prior, the disease had never

forward. “They have some members who are certified teachers, and some who aren’t,” Schupp said. The concern is that, depending on how a program is worked out, some of the certified individuals might feel as though those who are not certified are taking their potential jobs. This creates a balancing act, as the organization needs to figure out how it might be able to provide support and not cause issues within itself. “They’re talking about what they can do for schools without hurting their membership,” Schupp said. The school has reached out for help in this area and now is waiting for a response to see what happens. Schupp indicated there are other schools in the area who have contacted Music Suite 408 as well.

been confirmed in the continental United States. There is research that tells what to expect from Tar Spot in areas where it is commonly found, areas in Mexico and Central America that experienced cool and humid conditions, but if it will establish again in an Illinois growing season and its potential yield impacts are unstudied.” For more information call Higgins at 815-942-2725 or email at rahiggin@illinois. edu.

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canning of pickles or jams and jellies. And, you will take home a jar of food to enjoy! The “Yes! You CAN: Water Bath Canning, Preserving Practice” programs will be held on Monday, July 11, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. (pickle products) or Saturday, July 16, 9:30 to noon (jams and jellies)

at University of Illinois Extension, 815 N. Orlando Smith Road, Oglesby, in the IVCC Culinary Kitchen, Room CTC123. A $15 fee per person for each class will cover the purchase of supplies. Class sizes are limited to eight persons. Advance registration is required by July 8. Please call University of Illinois

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Extension offers Junior Chefs Program The University of Illinois Extension is providing cooking classes for youth in several communities this summer through the Illinois Junior Chefs Program. The Illinois Junior Chefs program is a collaboration between Illinois Nutrition Education programs and 4-H. The programs are being taught by 4-H teen teachers who have received extensive training in the content, positive youth development, leadership, teaching strategies, and youth and adult partnerships. The teen teachers will receive incentives for their service made possible through a grant provided by the Illinois 4-H Foundation. Each day participants learn a new recipe and cooking skill. From pudding to stir fry, there is something for everyone. In addition, youth also learn about food safety, MyPlate, and participate in physical fitness activities led by their teen teachers.

At the conclusion of the program, each participant is presented with a cookbook as well as kitchen utensils to enjoy as they put their cooking skills to use. The Illinois Junior Chefs programs kicked off in early June and will continue through August in the communities of Mendota, Neponset, Buda, Oglesby, LaSalle, Spring Valley and Streator. The program is free of charge to the participants. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate please contact 815224-0889. If you have questions or need more information please call University of Illinois Extension, Bureau-LaSalle-Marshall-Putnam Unit at 815-224-0889. Extension offices are located in Princeton, Ottawa, Henry and in Oglesby on the IVCC campus.

According to LaSalle County Treasurer James L. Spelich, a distribution of $36,758,000 was completed on Friday, July 1. The amount to be distributed to each of the 565 accounts was electronically deposited. No checks were issued. A receipt showing the amount of the bank deposit will be mailed to the financial officer on file of each taxing district.

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unteer Fire Department was called out for a two-vehicle accident at the intersection of North 20th Road and Route 251. Two people were transported to Illinois Valley Community Hospital by Tonica Fire Department Ambulance. Tonica command cleared the scene in about an hour. The LaSalle County Police investigated the accident.

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This distribution represents approximately 17.3 percent of the expected countywide real estate tax proceeds. As taxing dollars become available to the LaSalle County Treasurer’s Office, the taxing districts can expect distributions at approximately 30-day intervals through the final distribution in December.

Tonica School Board vacancy

TONICA — Tonica Grade School District Board of Education announcedit has anopen board position due to a resignation. Interested individuals should send a letter of interest along with a resume to Jeremy

Tonica Volunteer Fire Department • At 8:23 p.m. June 29, the Tonica Volunteer Fire Department was called out for a vehicle fire on Interstate 39 at the Tonica exit. On arrival, emergency personnel found the motor compartment of a car fully involved in fire. Tonica responded with a pumper, rescue truck and ambulance. There were no inju-

Extension at 815-224-0889 to register. For more information contact Susan Glassman, Extension educator, nutrition and wellness, University of Illinois Extension, serving Bureau, LaSalle, Marshall and Putnam counties at 815224-0889 or visit web.extension.illinois. edu/blmp.

Speeding

At 5:35 a.m. June 28, deputies cited Georginia Perez, 34, of Tonica for speeding 91 mph in a 55 mph zone. She was stopped on Route 251 in Lostant.

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The lights ... It wasn’t that long ago that I found myself in a large city late at night. The nightlife was ablaze with neon lights. Live music could be heard coming from many of the clubs, and the background sound of voices — whoops and hollers — turned the street into one large party. Terri It was fun to walk amidst the Simon chaos and the COMMENTARY crowd. People were friendly, like they most always are in the South, and I found myself missing the bright lights of the city — a place where I lived among a million other people for more than 10 years. There’s just something about the city that stirs my soul. Never is there a lack of things to do. There’s always an adventure to go on, a journey to take, and new discoveries to find. Traveling from suburb to suburb intertwined with the metropolitan city limits, it’s an endless odyssey of experiences that change you in a variety of ways. I found a bench on the street and watched as the cowboy boots, the blue jeans, the suits and the dresses passed by me. Everyone was unique, including the ethnicity that abounded. I truly enjoy an eclectic mix of people, and this was the perfect opportunity to rest and watch the commotion. Another cool part of the experience was that nobody knew me. I could be anonymous. I didn’t have to talk to anyone about anything. There was something rather comforting in knowing nobody was going to ask me questions or expect a conversation. It didn’t take but a few minutes to realize how much I longed for the city and all it has to offer. I don’t mind telling you I had a bazillion reasons rushing through my head — much like the traffic on the street behind me — of why I should kick small town living in Illinois to the curb and embrace all the city has to offer. It wouldn’t be an easy move, but it clearly was on my mind and possibilities seemed abundant. My heart smiled at the promise of something new, yet familiar. Back in Illinois, the bright lights of the city continued to call me, but I don’t mind telling you the little village I now happily call home was as inviting as the sun after a spell of gray days. You know the place ... where you know nearly every crack in the sidewalks and a trip to the grocery or the local restaurant generates heartfelt conversations and laughter from friends/neighbors you hold close to your heart. It’s the place where you know nearly everyone’s name, and if there’s a stranger in town ... well, they aren’t a stranger for long. The traffic is sporadic — enough so that you turn to see who is in the vehicle passing by and no doubt, you wave to the driver whether you know them or not. The streets, especially at night, are nearly silent, serenaded only by a pack of coyotes in the distance and the sound of a train somewhere that reminds you life hasn’t completely come to a standstill. A dog barked a few blocks away — seemingly answering the coyotes calls. There were no neon signs, no flashing lights, no live music and no whoopin’ and hollerin’. For the most part, it was quiet. And then I saw them — perhaps the reason I love small-town living the most. It was just my dog and me, standing on the sidewalk in front of our house ... ironically about the same time at night I sat on that bench in the city a few months back. While the hound was listening to the coyotes, I found myself looking upward and the sight was spectacular. Stars. Hundreds ... maybe thousands of them ... all twinkling against the darkened sky — something you never see amidst the bright lights of the city. I’m not sure how long I stood there staring, but I don’t mind telling you they took my breath and stole my heart. While the proverbial grass is always greener ... The stars are always brighter in small town America ... and when it comes to priorities, I think I’d take the gentle twinkle of stars over and over again in comparison to the bright lights of the city. Tonica News Editor Terri Simon can be reached at tsimon@tonicanews.com.

The family we choose Rick Crawley COMMENTARY Near the end of 2015, I watched the quick decline of two family members. They had been at my side since January of 2003. Barry chewed every spindle and the newel post of a staircase of a house I once lived in. He chewed up a leather sectional sofa and pulled the stuffing out of it. He did the same to my late grandfather’s recliner. He destroyed shoes and devoured toys that my kids had left on the floor. But there is more. Several years ago, he did the unthinkable. He ate every piece of chocolate from five Easter baskets, while the rest of the family was away at Easter service. Upon returning home, my oldest son fell to his knees and cried in anguish, “Noooooooooo!” I was amazed at how he opened the candy wrappers to get to the chocolate. Yet with all this, I would relive (and suffer) all of this in a heartbeat. I am sure the rest of my family feels the same. By now, you have probably guessed that I am referring to a dog. Let me rewind to January 2003 … Yet to me, it seems like yesterday. I had just bought a two-story house. My first wife and I wanted to get a dog. We drove to the A.R.K. outside of Lacon with the intent of adopting one dog. We came back home with two. I fell in love with a brown-eyed golden lab mix named Bert at first sight. He locked eyes with me and gave me a sloppy kiss upon leaning into his kennel to pet him. Bert had spent much of his first year and a half of life in the no-kill center. The shelter took him to schools and nursing homes to share his sweet disposition with students and residents, yet no one adopted him due to his 80 to 90 pounds of gentle, giant love and the white fur around his muzzle that made him look older than his age. Meanwhile, my first wife fell for Barry, an 8-month-old white shepherd and golden lab mix, with intense, tan eyes and a shy demeanor. When I saw his eyes, I knew I would be coming home with two dogs. Bert and Barry were crated at first while we spent our days at work. With the jobs we had, I think all of us felt like we were crated. Barry did the best at breaking free. He discovered he could pop the bottom latch of the door and slip through the opening. He could have taught Houdini a few things about escaping confinement. Barry would greet me with a grin as I entered the house after work. I countered by pushing my late grandfather’s beloved recliner against the crate’s door. Barry countered by bending the crate’s wired construction open by forcing his muzzle against it and pulling the seat’s stuffing into the crate. Upon arriving home, I discovered Barry’s checkmate had retired the chair forever and left me feeling defeated. I decided to open their crates while I was at work. Things went well for several days. But just suddenly things took a turn for the worse. The leather sectional developed holes. The staircase spindles took on a gnawed appearance. Yet here was this late-aged pup, suffering from separation anxiety, looking at me with happiness upon my arrival. I wish I could say I greeted him with as much happiness. Time passed. My first wife drifted a million miles away with almost as many “acquaintances.” And eventually, another soul entwined her life with mine. The night we met, we walked the dogs. Honestly, no euphemism is being used here. She had left work, and we took the

dogs on a late night walk. I had Bert pulling me. She found herself being pulled by Barry. He, in his enthusiastic way, proceeded to poop in front of a cop in the middle of Main Street. A few weeks later, she and I were watching TV. A rumbling tremor shook the house. She thought it was Bert moving against the sectional. It turned out to be an earthquake. I still tell her it was the day I first made the earth move for her. Years later, Barry started having seizures. One night, as he lay upon the bed with us, he snuggled on top of me as a seizure overcame him. When it was over, I had dog crap laying on my chest. He climbed off the bed. His “duty” done. My wife laughed while I cleaned up the mess. I’d go back to that in a heartbeat. Barry lived almost 13.5 years. He devoured life (and items) while dashing through his days. He learned to sit, shake hands and roll over. He gave hugs, front paws on the huggee’s shoulders. My father was his favorite to hug. Barry always sealed it with a kiss, too. My father never seemed to mind. During his life, Barry would come up to my wife or me and vocalize “out” whenever he needed some “relief” in the yard. Granted he did not pronounce the “t.” You simply knew what he was trying to say by the frenetic look on his face and the “out” he tried to pronounce. Toward the end I helped him to and from the yard, spoon fed him dog food, and brought him bowls of water. One night as I told him that I loved him, tears welled in my eyes. At that exact moment, his eyes grew teary, too. Now I know what the scientists will say, “Dogs do not cry,” but I know what I saw. I am sure I know what he felt. On December 4th, my oldest son left a message for the tooth fairy. It said, “Take the tooth and keep the money. Let Barry live longer.” I stood in the dark in the middle of the living room, while anguished tears overwhelmed me. I am not God. If I was, I would not break a young child’s heart. I knew Barry was not going to get better, but the pronouncing his “sentence” has weighed heavy on me. On December 5th, I took Barry to the vet to release him of his suffering. I told Barry, “I love you,” as he was sedated and his heart was stopped. Before I buried Barry, I placed his lifeless body before Bert. Bert gave me a questioning look, and in his eyes, I saw his heart break. Bert was always tuned into a person’s emotions. He was always there for me. He and I could communicate to each other without voice or bark. He could see what was in my eyes, and I could see what was in his. Maybe we saw deeper than our eyes. Two days after Barry died, Bert led my wife to Barry’s grave. He laid down and howled mournfully. My wife was shaken to tears. A couple days later, Bert coughed up blood. He recovered the next day, but he never recovered his strength. He

started needing to be helped to his feet to go outside. My oldest son begged God to not take Bert before Christmas, too. Christmas Eve, as I wrapped gifts behind the closed door of my bedroom, Bert barked. I thought he needed outside. When I helped him to his feet, he turned not for the front door. He turned for the bedroom door. He laid down at my feet as I continued to wrap gifts. Days later, he did the same for my wife while she worked on a quilt. He wanted to be next to her as she sewed. January 10th, my wife and I saw that Bert’s health was failing badly. The next day, we took him to the vet and found out there was nothing more to be done. Bert had congestive heart failure. His 14-year-old heart could not last as long as his love for us. I think Bert’s heart broke when he saw Barry had left him. In the span of 37 days, my family lost both of our dogs. Christmas was not Christmas. The passing of the old year would ache again in the new year. The ache escalated and gave way to sweet, heartfelt memories. In the span of 37 days, we grieved twice for the family we chose. They were frenetic, wriggling, enjoyable lives. We chose them, and they chose us. We accepted each other as family. For better or worse. It was for better. There is a saying: “Heaven is the place where all the dogs you’ve ever loved come to greet you.” But it will be even better than this. Barry, I’ll kneel for a blissful hug for as long as you want. Then I’ll walk with you. Both of us grinning, as we admire the gnawed up spindles along the stairway to heaven. Snuggling against me, Bert will wonder why Barry had to chew them at all. *** Two weeks after Bert’s passing, my wife’s nursing school friend gave us her 8-month-old golden lab and chow mix, named Honey Bear. She looks a lot like Barry in her coloration. It almost was too much. It was too soon after the passing of Barry and Bert. Different members of our family would fall into tears at different times, as Honey would trigger old memories. But if we hadn’t taken her in, she was going back to TAPS in Peoria. We stuck it out. In March, Honey was joined by Domino, a black lab and golden retriever mix around 4-plus years of age. Domino was adopted from Friends of Strays in Princeton. Honey and Domino are not replacements for Barry and Bert. There is no such thing as a replacement. If you can devote the home and the time and the love, go to a no-kill shelter. Choose a new member for your family. They may turn out to be better than the family that you do not get to choose. Rick Crawley may be found running along the roads of Central Illinois or discussing IT. He can be reached at thunderbirdrunner@gmail.com.

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St. Margaret’s Foundation announces Stanmar Scholarship winner

Community Grief Support Groups to meet PERU — The Illinois Valley Community Hospital Grief Recovery Group will next meet at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 13, and Wednesday, July 27, in Conference Room C on the fourth floor of Illinois Valley Community Hospital. The group allows persons who have recently suffered the loss of some-

one close to them to share their feelings and experiences with others who have also lost loved ones through death. The group meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month. For more information, call Deacon Ray Fischer, IVCH pastoral care coordinator, at 815-780-3426.

IVCH Auxiliary seeking books for fundraiser PERU — The Illinois Valley Community Hospital Auxiliary is accepting donations of books for a used book sale it is planning for Friday, July 22, and Saturday, July 23, in the hospital’s Sixth Street office building.

Books — both hardcover and paperback — can be dropped off at the hospital’s gift shop, which is located near the West Street entrance and is open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays.

SPRING VALLEY — The winning applicant for this year’s $1,000 Dr. Margaret Stanmar Scholarship was recently chosen by St. Margaret’s Foundation Scholarship Committee. Whitney Lewis of Mendota plans to attend Saint Mary’s College or Marquette University, with the ultimate goal of becoming a pediatric psychiatrist. She is a 2016 graduate of Mendota High School and the daughter of Julie Lewis of Mendota.

Scholarship recipients announced Shelley Giesen, wealth advisor and trust officer of Heartland Bank and Trust, has announced the 2016 recipients of the Rev. L.L. Henkel Scholarship. Rev. L.L. Henkel established, in his trust, the annual distribution of scholarships to outstanding students from LaSalle County with the goal of assisting students obtain their undergraduate degrees. Each recipient will receive a $1,000 scholarship. The award recipients this year are: • Hannah Bressner of Streator, who will attend St. Xavier University. • McKenzie Darm of Ottawa, who will attend Southern Illinois University. • Amy Haines of Sheridan, who will attend Northern Arizona University. • Martha Hoffman of Earlville, who will attend

Menus and Activities Putnam County Community Center July 11 — Ham salad with lettuce on wheat bread, potato salad, apricots. July 12 — Chicken tenders, mashed potatoes and gravy, buttered corn, rolls and butter, pineapple tidbits, dessert. July 13 — Italian beef with pepperoni on club roll, potato wedges, threebean salad, banana. July 14 — Baked spaghetti, tossed salad with toppings, garlic bread, grapes, dessert. July 15 — Hot dog on bun, tossed salad with toppings, macaroni and cheese, green beans, oranges. Bread, butter, fruit juice and 2% milk are available with meals. For reservations, call 800-757-4579 24 hours in advance of the day’s meal. The menu is subject to change. Meals are available to senior citizens 60 plus at no cost, but

Dr. Margaret Stanmar graduated as an MD from The Chicago Medical School in Chicago in 1943. She was one of four other females in her class to earn a medical degree at that time. She opened her practice in LaSalle and practiced in the field of OB/general practice. A longtime physician in the Illinois Valley area, Dr. Stanmar joined the St. Margaret’s staff in late 1975 and continued to practice in LaSalle and on staff at St. Margaret’s until her passing on Aug. 9, 1997.

donations are appreciated. The meal program is partly funded by donations, so they have a suggested donation of $5 per meal. Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m.

Bridges Senior Center July 11 — 9 a.m., Tai Chi; 12:45 p.m., Bingo; 1:30 p.m., open cards. July 12 — 9 a.m., Forever Fit. July 13 — 9 a.m., Forever Fit; 10:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m., intermediate computer class. July 14 — 9 a.m., Tai Chi; 12:45 p.m., Bingo; 1:30 p.m., open cards. July 15 — 9 a.m., Forever Fit; 1 p.m., open Wii bowling. The Bridges Senior Center is a congregate meal site. Meals, provided by Voluntary Action Center, are served from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday for a suggested donation of $3.50. A 24-hour advance reservation is required. For more information, call 815-431-8034.

Illinois Valley Community College. • Maggie Kaniewski of Peru, who will attend Bradley University. • Alexandra Kissel from Millington, who will attend the University of Mississippi. • Quinn Kistenfeger of Ottawa, who will attend Miami University. • Mason Mitchell of Marseilles, who will attend Wesleyan University. • Madison Schaefer of Peru, who will attend Loyola University. • Sevyn Schuemann of Ottawa, who will attend Northern Illinois University. Since the inception of the Henkel scholarship awards in 1993, more than $189,000 has been awarded to LaSalle County students seeking their undergraduate degrees.

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St. John’s Ice Cream Social TONICA — St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, located one-half mile north of Leonore, is holding its annual Ice Cream Social on Sunday, July 10, from

5 to 7 p.m. The menu will include barbecue, hot dogs, chips, ice cream, dessert and toppings. The public is invited.

Potluck planned OTTAWA — Bridges Senior Center will have a potluck and ice cream sundaes at noon Wednesday, July 13. Participants should bring a side dish to

share and an ice cream topping. Ice cream will be provided. A presentation from U.S. Silica on the Sand Works will follow the potluck.

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LaSalle County Genealogy Guild OTTAWA — At 1 p.m. Saturday, July 16, the LaSalle County Genealogy Guild will host a program on Chicago research and the Ottawa canal. The program will be presented by Craig

Plannkuche, genealogical archivist of the Chicago and Northwestern Railway Historical Society. The guild is located at 115 Glover St., Ottawa. For more information, call 815-433-5261.

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Gillespie named to dean’s list CHARLESTON — Ava Gillespie of Tonica was one of more than 975 undergraduate students to be named to Eastern Illinois University’s spring 2016 dean’s list. The dean’s list recognizes undergraduates with a declared major whose aca-

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Women speak during IVCC Adult Education Recognition Event OGLESBY — Three women from three different towns with three different stories spoke during the Illinois Valley Community College Adult Education Recognition Event recently. However, their message was the same: “I did it, and you can, too.” The event honored naturalized citizens, adult learners who completed the Bridge to Careers course, and high school equivalency (HSE) passers. In all, 19 participants received certificates that marked their individual achievements. Breanna Mellentine of Princeton won the honor of speaking during the ceremony by winning the Adult Education Essay Contest, which was open to all HSE passers within the past year. Mellentine explained she had dropped out of high school and attempted to pass the HSE test in 2013, but she “put my education on the back burner.” She came back to the IVCC HSE class this past year and had Kathy Drapa as an instructor. “Kathy was good about working with me and showing me a new way of educating me that I wasn’t used to. Kathy and I had enough oneon-one time to get to know each other, and I cannot think of a better woman to teach new students who are anxious about how to prepare for a test,” Mellentine said. Mellentine’s struggles continued as she worried about having enough money to pay for the test; she failed in her first attempt at the math portion. She is a single mother who wants to be a good role model for her daughter. “This world is not an easy place to live in. That is just the reality of life. You must face your fears and believe you can do it. You have to believe in yourself before you can reach your goals ... I’m ready to go back to school full time and keep going, so I can have a job that I love to do,” Mellentine told the audience. Mellentine expressed her gratitude for Drapa’s help and encouragement as well as for the IVCC staff “who made my journey through the HSE class more com-

fortable.” Lori Woods-Way of Spring Valley also was grateful for the help of the adult education staff and an I-READ volunteer tutor. Woods-Way also faced some obstacles in her life and found her way to IVCC in order to pass the HSE test, so that she could get a meaningful job. “With Cindy, Luke and the volunteers’ guidance and patience and my will to help myself, the experience was amazing. They never made me feel inadequate; in fact, I would hear on a daily basis that I can do this, which was a huge comfort,” Woods-Way explained during her speech. Woods-Way passed the first three portions of the test but missed passing the math portion by four points. After a couple more tries, she finally passed the math test. She has since found work at a local hospital lab where she works in phlebotomy and pathology. “This would have never been possible had I not had this opportunity for myself with IVCC and the adult education program,” WoodsWay concluded. The final speaker of the evening was Chrystal Smith of Oglesby. Although Smith stood before the audience as a 2016 IVCC graduate, she started at IVCC in the adult education program in 2010 after she left an abusive relationship and realized she needed to provide her children with a better life. She said a better life would come only if she obtained an education. She passed the HSE test in the spring of 2011 and realized she wanted to continue with her education “to become something better.” She eventually decided to earn an Associate in Applied Science degree, but that journey also had its difficulties. In theory, the degree can be completed in two years, but she had to take some pre-requisite classes to bring her skills up to par. She was less than thrilled with having to take those extra classes, but “looking back, I am glad I had those classes because they help me do my job today.” However, Smith did not learn

only about skills and academic content, but also about herself. She took a human services class with instructor Jean Batson-Turner. “The way she taught and what she taught changed the way I look at life and myself. I was once a sour, not-so-pleasant person to be around. I used to be a quiet person, someone who followed the leader. I had a lot of drama and negativity in my life, which tore me down as a person until I took this particular class. Once in this class, I began to finally find me, who I wanted to become, not who I was molded into. I am now a fun and lovable person,” Smith said. Smith expressed her gratitude for the Adult Education teachers who become supporters and friends during the process of studying for the HSE test. “IVCC is where my life started and after five years, I finished an Associate in Applied Science Business Technology degree. I now work part time at the YMCA as their marketing assistant. It does not matter if you continue your education right after high school or later on down the road. It does not matter how long it takes you to get a certificate or a degree. What does matter is you set a goal and you accomplished that goal on your own ... I did it, and you can, too,” Smith said. Mellentine, Woods-Way and the 10 other high school equivalency participants received certificates from IVCC President Jerry Corcoran and were congratulated by IVCC Board of Trustees members Michael Driscoll and Jane Goetz, IVCC Foundation President O.J. Stoutner and Vice President of Academic Affairs Deborah Anderson as Superintendent of LaSalle-Marshall-Putnam County Regional Office of Education Superintendent Christopher Dvorak read student names. Adult Education instructor Sandra Woest read the names of three naturalized citizens. Woest also read the names of the six who completed the Bridge to Careers program, which prepares students

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Elvia Hamm of Earlville adjusts her cap for the adult education recognition event June 16. The event in IVCC’s Cultural Centre recognized high school equivalency passers, U.S. naturalized citizens and those who had completed the Bridge to Careers course. for career or further educational opportunities in the health care or manufacturing fields. This year’s bridge classes were sponsored by Gary and Deborah Dahl, who were on hand to congratulate those who completed the program as they received their achievement certificates. Other participants included singer Jenilyn Roether of Peru, the Illinois Valley Civil Air Patrol, Asso-

ciate Vice President for Academic Affairs Sue Isermann, adult education Director Sara Escatel, and adult education instructor Kathy Drapa. Near the close of the ceremony, Isermann, who is retiring in July, was honored for her 35 years of service to IVCC. For information on adult education programs, call Escatel at 815224-0355 or visit www.ivcc.edu/ adulted.

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IN THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF LASALLE COUNTY Estate of ) SHANE M. NEGRAY, ) Deceased. ) No. 2016-P-121 NOTICE TO CLAIMANTS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of the death of SHANE M. NEGARY. Letters of office as Independent Executor were issued on June 22, 2016 to BRETT NEGRAY, 407 Lundy Street, Streator, Illinois 61364 and whose attorney is M.G. GULO & ASSOCIATES, LTD., 123 S. Monroe Street, Streator, Illinois 61364. The estate will be administered without Court supervision, unless under Section 5/28-4 of the Probate Act (Ill. Compiled Stat. 1992, Ch. 755, Par. 5/284) any interested person terminates independent

administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the Clerk. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court, 119 W. Madison Street, Ottawa, Illinois 61350, on or before January 13, 2017 or if mailing or delivery of notice from the representative is required by Section 5/18-3 of the Probate Act of 1975, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of any claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the estate representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed with the Clerk. Dated this 8th day of July, 2016. Jim Olson, Clekr of the Circuit Court 13th Judicial Circuit, LaSalle County, Illinois Published in the Tonica News July 8, 15 and 22, 2016.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON BUDGET AND APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE The Lostant Fire Protection District Board of Trustees will hold its annual hearing on its 2016-2017 Budget and Appropriation Ordinance on Wednesday, August 10th, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. at the Lostant Fire House, 101 East First Street, Lostant, Illinois. Copies of the proposed Budget and Appropriation Ordinance are available for inspection at the Lostant Firehouse, the Illini State Bank of Lostant, and the Lostant Post Office. Published in the Tonica News July 1, 8 and 15, 2016.

Estate of ) RAYMOND L. ) PHILLIS, ) Deceased. ) NOTICE TO CLAIMANTS No. 2016-P-122 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of the death of RAYMOND L. PHILLIS. Letters of office as Independent Executor were issued on June 22, 2016 to JAMIE L. PASTIRIK, 928 N. Otter Creek Street, Streator, Illinois 61364 and whose attorney is M.G. GULO & ASSOCIATES, LTD., 123 S. Monroe Street, Streator, Illinois 61364. The estate will be administered without Court supervision, unless under Section 5/28-4 of the Probate Act (Ill. Compiled Stat. 1992, Ch. 755, Par. 5/284) any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the Clerk. Claims against the estate may be filed in

the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court, 119 W. Madison Street, Ottawa, Illinois 61350, on or before January 13, 2017, or if mailing or delivery of notice from the representative is required by Section 5/18-3 of the Probate Act of 1975, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of any claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the estate representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed with the Clerk.

Dated this 8th day of July, 2016. Jim Olson, Clerk of the Circuit Court 13th Judicial Circuit, LaSalle County, Illinois Published in the Tonica News July 8, 15 and 22, 2016.

BRIERLY, of Peru, lllinois . Letters of office were issued on June 14, 2016, to HARLAN OLSON, 508 N. Washington Street, Dwight, IL 60420 and to CHARLES SCHIFFBAUER, of 968 N. 1850th Road, Tonica, IL 61370, whose attorney is GERALD M. HUNTER, 129 W. Walnut Street, Oglesby, IL 61348. 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 entered by the Court on June 14, 2016, admitting the decedent’s will to probate. Within 42 days after the date of the order of admission you may file a petition with the Court to require proof of the will by testimony of the witnesses to the will in open court or other evidence, as provided in 755 ILCS 5/6-21. You also have the right under 755 ILCS 5/8-1 to contest the validity of the will by filing a petition with the Court within 6 months after admission of the will to probate . Claims against the estate may be filed with the office of the Circuit Clerk, Probate Division, LaSalle County Courthouse, Downtown Courthouse , Ottawa, IL 61350, or with the representative, or both, within 6 months from the date of issuance of letters, 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 10 days after it has been filed. Jim Olson Clerk of the 13th Judicial Circuit Court Ottawa, Illinois Published in the Tonica News June 24, July 1 and 8, 2016.

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24 Hrs. Service • 815-442-3415

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Our Customers

504 S. McCoy Granville, IL

Johnny Sieg

Cars, Trucks, Trailer, Motorcycles, ATVs, & Lawn Mowers also Bicycles

Owner/Operator

815-878-7367 e e l

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Rollin!

Mounting, Balancing, Rotating, Patches, Plugs and all tire repairs plus Small Implement Farm Tires Now accepting all major credit cards!

Quality Pre-Owned Vehicles Towing Available

FOLEY MOTORS

Full Service Store

Inc.

Sales & Service

Rt. 29, Henry, IL 309-364-4711 www.foleymotorsinc.com

Mon-Fri 8AM - 5PM M

PO Box 326

ROUTE

Granville, IL 61326 PH:

815-339-9181 FAX: 815-399-9182

AUTO BODY

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PASSINI PLUMBING & HEATING David Passini

Licensed-Bonded-Insured

815-339-2511

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Al Cioni Ford inC.

Open 7 days/week 8-5pm

112 S. St. Paul St. Mark, IL 61340

202 W Harper Ave

Plumbing • Heating • Electrical

red CArpet ServiCe

Selling & Repairing all makes of tires

Owner

Since 1919

882-2191 Monday-Saturday 882-2250 Evenings & Sundayss

air Shop

JODY TALIANI

COMPLETE CAR AND TRUCK CARE 24 HOUR TOWING SERVICE Rt. 89, McNabb, IL • Jack Bima, Owner

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815-224-3371

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116 South 2nd St. Standard, IL 61363

815-339-4108 815-481-2639

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