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FEBRUARY 12, 2020

VOLUME 147 - ISSUE 7

Calhoun Commissioners pursue economic development grant

By JARAD JARMON Jersey County Journal Calhoun Commissioners are looking into pursuing a piece of the roughly $550 million in economic development grant funding being offered across the state.

In the Thursday, Feb. 6, meeting, commissioners voted to form a committee centered on identifying projects in the county that the grant funding might be good for.

“I think what we need to do once we form the committee is decide which projects that we think will apply,� Calhoun Commissioner Doug Wilschetz said. “Then, if there is one, two or more, we will bring those projects back to the board and let the board decide which ones they want to pursue.�

Dan Bizaillion of Access Calhoun brought the grant to the commissioners’ attention recently. Access Calhoun is a local group advocating better

access in and out of the county in the event of flooding. “There could be a potential for a lot of money to come into the area,�

Bizaillion said.

Wilschetz said there was concern initially that Calhoun would have not qualified, but the county appears to be eligible.

One potential project mentioned during the meeting was to raise the elevation of the highway running along the county’s exits near Hardin, better

ensuring access during flood events. “When you look at the economic development grants that we will be pursuing, perhaps that is where we will want to focus,â€? Wilschetz said. â€œâ€ŚThat might be one of the projects.â€?

Bizaillion said without elevated roads, the issues facing residents during serious flooding will not go away. “We want flood-proof access,�

Bizaillion said. “Even with the levee (See, GRANT, A2)

Fundraiser set up to support Tepen family following fire Burch Stegman said they wanted to

By JARAD JARMON do something that might help them get Calhoun News-Herald them back on their feet.

In as little time as it might have taken “We were all very upset,� Burch for the home to be consumed by fire, Stegman said. “She gives a lot of herthe community was ready and willing self to Wittmond’s. She just gives 150 to help out. percent to everything.�

After a fire engulfed the home Despite the personal connection, of Johnna and Jim Tepen at 7025 Burch Stegman said this support is also Mississippi River Road in Batchtown about simply helping someone who is Monday evening, Feb. 3, many in the going through a difficult experience. community have been quick to offer “No one should have to deal with assistance notably in the form of fund- this,� she said. raising.

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St. Norbert’s calls for financial support for sustainability

By JARAD JARMON Calhoun News-Herald Following a “substantial budget deficit� in December, St. Norbert’s School (SNS) in Hardin and its support club has made efforts to make up for that shortfall and also maintain “financial viability,� according to a post made on their Facebook page regarding the fundraising. “We had to come up with some more money this year,� St. Norbert’s Principal Angie Goode said.

Goode did not wish to comment of the reason for the deficit.

The Facebook post reads: “As many of you are aware, this past December the St. Norbert School Support Club began a fundraising initiative aimed at addressing the substantial budget

deficit confronting SNS. Letters were sent out to parishioners, alumni and friends of the school requesting financial contributions towards the end of achieving financial stability, not just for this school year, but for years to come.�

Goode said the school was good for this year, but wanted to make sure the school continued on. She noted that leaders at the school are wanting to ensure the school remains viable for years to come, and that they are “trying to fundraise to support that.�

In their most recent update on the fundraiser, it was said that the SNS Support Club had received $62,890 in cash donations in response to the fundraising letter, and Goode said that has been changing postively each day.

She said the boon of support has

been a testament to the amount of people the school has impacted — people across the country and some who may not even have a personal connection to the school. “It is overwhelming,� she said.

According the post, other donors have made “in kind� contributions, the value of which has yet to be quantified.

Despite these donations, the Facebook post stressed a need for more. “We are pleased with the response we have received thus far, and greatly appreciative of the generosity shown by those who have donated to this point,� the post read. “However, it cannot be understated that we have a long way to go to realize our goal of long term and sustained financial

viability. If you have not donated yet, we respectfully ask that you consider doing so, and joining us in this very worthwhile endeavor to ensure that SNS is here for years to come, providing the same quality Catholic education it has for generations in Calhoun County.�

The Support Club for the school is calling for donations to be made to the St. Norbert School Support Club at Post Office Box 5, Hardin, Ill., 62047. Goode said there is no specific financial goal outside of a general interest in establishing and sustaining financial stability.

She said a dinner will be organized at the end of the school year in the summer for those that donated to the school. Specifics around the event have not been finalized.

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Winter Formal envisioned as highlight for middle-schoolers

By JARAD JARMON Calhoun News-Herald

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When Danielle Hurley’s nephew told her he would be attending a winter formal, visions of hoop skirts in Hardin and boleros in Brussels started dancing across her mind.

Her immediate response: “How cool would that be (for Calhoun County)?�

So, over the course of year, she started throwing out the idea of a formal for the county schools. The idea, she said, drew general support from school leaders.

Then, the last year’s flooding hit, and (See, WINTER FORMAL, A2)

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Be appreciative of barge-traffic

By BILL HOAGLAND For the past 50 years, I have lived, figuratively speaking, within spitting distance of the Mississippi River.

And nearly every day, I have watched tow boats and barges churning by, going upstream or downstream, without really thinking about how beneficial the barge industry is to our economy here in flyover country.

And for people living in Calhoun County who routinely have to wait on tow boats and barges at the bridge or at the ferries, these tows are just an added nuisance to their daily commute.

But we soon may be appreciating barge traffic more than we realize.

That is because, beginning July 1 of this year, the US Army Corps of Engineers will have to shut down all barge traffic on the Illinois River headed from St. Louis to Chicago until October 31, a total of 120 days. And these closure dates assume there won’t be further delays due to flooding similar to what we had last year.

This closure, referred to as the Illinois Waterway Consolidated Closures, could have a dramatic impact our agribusiness industries in Illinois, particularly with regard to shipments of fertilizer and other chemicals headed upstream and corn and soybean products headed downstream.

So let’s back up for a minute.

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(Continued from A1) protecting you, you are not guaranteed flood-proof access.”

During the meeting, Bizaillion and commissioners raised questions regarding the construction of the replacement to the Joe Page Bridge and the status of the levee.

In late October, it was announced that Calhoun and Greene counties will be receiving $130 million to replace the Joe Page Bridge.

It is a part of a wider effort via the Rebuild Illinois plan to improve roads and bridges across the state.

County Engineer Kyle Godar with the Calhoun Highway Department relayed that work has centered largely on surveying at this point “to come up with a scope for the project.” It was stressed the introduction of a new bridge will be a slow process with several variables attached to the project.

“A job that big is a long drawn-out process,” Godar said. “…They have just put the first foot forward.”

Regarding the levee, it was reported following the previous meeting that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers raised the height of the coffer dam seven feet to match the height of the levee. This was said to have been done with gravel wrapped with plastic.

Godar stressed this was a temporary fix, though.

“It is a temporary protection, so it is not built to a permanent standard,” Godar said.

The actual levee repairs will be undertaken in the

The Illinois River has eight locks and dams in the stretch from Grafton to Chicago. Headed upstream from Grafton, they are as follows: La Grange Lock and Dam (located between Meredosia and Beardstown); Peoria Lock and Dam; Starved Rock Lock and Dam; Marseilles Lock and Dam; Dresden Island Lock and Dam; Brandon Road Lock and Dam; Lockport Lock and Dam and T. J. O’Brien Lock and Dam. These facilities were all constructed in the 1930s and were designed to have a “life expectancy” of 50 years.

So now we are 30 years beyond the “drop-dead” date, and in the meantime, no significant repairs have been made to the locks at any of these facilities.

The US Army Corps of Engineers has determined that we cannot wait any longer for these lock repairs, and, in an effort to essentially “do it all at once” rather than having to shut down the river six or seven years in a row, the Corps has determined that the first five locks and dams, starting with the La Grange facility and ending with the Dresden Island facility, are to be simultaneously closed for all barge traffic from July 1, 2020 to Oct. 31, 2020.

Those dates were chosen by the Corps of Engineers so as to begin after the spring floods end and before the fall shipments of agricultural products get into full gear.

Good luck with that schedule.

In a normal year, it is estimated that the Illinois Waterway System accommodates more than 29 million tons of commodities by virtue of its barge traffic. By the way, the capacity of just one tow boat with 15 barges is equal to the capacity afforded by 1,050 tractor trailers or 240 rail cars; stated another way, one barge has the volume to carry as much material as 70 tractor trailers. So we are talking about a huge volume of material—material such as corn, soy beans, fertilizer, ethanol and petroleum-- that is normally moved by the barge industry per year on the Illinois River.

The Corps of Engineers estimates that during this 120 day shut-down, 13.3 million tons of this material will have to be shipped some other way. And that ultimately means a higher cost for the delivery of those products to their destination--in addition to the environmental impact caused by all those extra trucks on the roads.

The Illinois Soybean Association indicates that there are 19 soybean terminals on the Illinois River;

spring after the Corps sources the materials to do so.

During the meeting, Godar and Bizaillion both applauded what had been done up to this point.

“The corps has done an amazing job responding and getting done what they have gotten done,” Godar said.

Concern grew in late 2019, when the Army Corps of Engineers wrapped up work for the year on the Nutwood Levee following the completion of a coffer dam to protect the breach site, which has yet to be repaired.

Residents were concerned that the postponement may result in potential disaster when the spring rains come.

Speaking on the flooding, Godar said he has been working with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to evaluate over 70 sites damaged during this past year’s flooding.

With all of the flood cleanup work that is needed, along with all the normal maintenance and construction projects slated, Godar said they will be needing additional help this season.

Godar said an anticipated program through the Job Center in Jerseyville could provide flood cleanup workers.

“Anyone that is unemployed or underemployed, whether a result of flooding or not, who is eligible for and seeks assistance from the Job Center could be put to work for us for approximately 6 months,” Godar said.

Interested individuals

were urged to contact the Job Center at 618-498-1778 for more information.

Also during the meeting: Q Discussion took place regarding the potential necessity of offering some sort of county health insurance to employees. This was a continuation of discussions at the last meeting. County officials have pointed to the lack of health insurance as a factor in the poor employee retention in departments such as the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office.

It was indicated to Commissioner Terry Woelfel that this was an issue for most small police departments.

Options are still being looked at to potentially provide health insurance. Until research is finished regarding the matter, it has been tabled.

Q A search of the property history for the boat landing at Cache Hollow Bridges is still ongoing to determine whether the land was officially dedicated as public. The potential vacation of the bridge at Cache Hollow will be discussed during a future commissioner meeting once the research is complete.

Q The county FY 2019/20 budget was put on file for public inspection for 15 working days. Commissioners will vote on the matter in their March meeting. In the general fund, which does not include other funds such as highway department funds, expenditures are budgeted for approximately $6.04 million and budgeted revenues are at roughly $5.58 million.

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those terminals upstream of La Grange will be directly impacted by the 120 day shutdown. In addition, it is expected that there will be a surge of soybean shipments at those terminals prior to the closure dates and of course, a higher volume after Oct. 31.

For clarification, shipments from terminals located downstream of La Grange and headed south apparently will continue as before, although the volume at those terminals will probably increase during the shutdown.

Let’s hope that these closures will not adversely affect our farmers and other related businesses in Illinois too much. We have enough issues as it is.

––––––––––––––––––– Q Bill Hoagland has practiced law in Alton for more than 50 years, but he has spent more than 70 years hunting, fishing and generally being in the great outdoors. His wife, Annie, shares his love of the outdoor life.

Much of their spare time is spent on their farm in Calhoun County.

Bill can be reached at billhoagland70@gmail.com.

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Winter formal (Continued from A1) with that the idea of a winter formal was put on the backburner — at least until a few weeks ago.

Now, plans are set to have a winter formal for all of the seventh and eighth-graders in the county.

Hurley said she wanted “something for the junior high kids to look forward to.”

The goal for organizers is to have the event hosted by a different grade school each year.

The Winter Formal is set to take place from 7:30 to

10 p.m. Feb. 10. at the St. Norbert’s School Gym. The night will include dancing and a dinner.

Winter formal organizers call for formal attire; however, Hurley said formal attire can take whatever form best suits the person wearing it.

“Formal attire can mean many things to different people,” Hurley said. “We are not here to be the fashion police.”

Tickets are available at the each of the grade schools in the county for $10. Hurley said the money will go toward paying for the event,

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including the food, drinks and decorations.

Hurley noted the event will be chaperoned and assured that the kids in the county participating in the event will not be able to leave without a chaperone or guardian.

Hurley said she hopes to get the entire community involved and hopes the the inaugural debut of this middle school dance is embraced.

“We see it as a countywide event that will hopefully continue every year,” she said.

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25 Years Ago February 15, 1995 The Carrollton Community Chorus from Carrollton, under the direction of Betty Carrico, will present “The Witness,� a musical drama of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

This highly-acclaimed and inspirational work will be presented in St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Brussels at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 26.

It is the story of Jesus, told and sung by Peter who plays “The Witness,� and of the other men and women who knew the Master best. These first followers and disciples were no different from the men and women who have been following Jesus ever since; plain people for he most part, with jobs, families, and responsibilities.

In “The Witness� the audience hears from Peter, the fisherman, who made so many mistakes and yet was given the “keys of the Kingdom; from his wife, ruth; from Mary, the mother of Jesus; from James and John and heir mother, Salome; from the tormented Judas as he realizes he has sold his own soul. the audience will go with these people through the life, death and resurrection of Jesus and the message of how this Man’s life brought God’s salvation to the world.

The chorus traditionally presents this each Lenten season, and has been privileged to do so for over 100 times to capacity crowds throughout the states of Illinois and Missouri.

There are approximately 50 people involved in this production which is performed entirely from memory with taped, stereophonic accompaniment. The entire group is attired in Biblical costumes, with appropriate scenery and lighting.

This is truly a most unique spiritual experience and is a moving and contemplative preparation for Easter.

There is no admission charge, but a free will offering will be accepted.

50 Years Ago February 12, 1970 A threatening phone call that a bomb had been planted in the St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church Sunday afternoon caused the rescheduling of the funeral of Mrs. Cora Halemeyer from the church to the Hanks Funeral Home in Brussels.

Mrs. Paul Hanks received a phone call at 1:15 p.m. Sunday at the Hanks Funeral Home in Brussels telling her of the threat of many if the funeral was held in the church, because a time bomb had been set to go off at two o’clock.

Mrs. Hanks tried to keep the person on the phone long enough to learn if some hint would be dropped as to the caller, but the person hung up immediately after giving her the cryptic message.

Many were already gathering at the church for the service at the time of the call, and Mr. Hanks called Deputy Sheriff Raymond Roth who got in touch with State Trooper Jim Franke, and both went to the church immediately. Sheriff Hillen and Trooper Peters were also on the scene.

Mr. Hanks made an announcement at the funeral home that due to “unforeseen circumstances at the church, the funeral would be held in the Hanks chapel.�

This caused much consternation to those gathered at the funeral home and also at the church, and he then had to explain to them about the phone call.

A portable organ was secured from the

H.C. Halemeyer Organ Co. at Brussels and the services were held in the funeral chapel.

In the meantime the police had thoroughly searched the church and its surroundings and were unable to locate anything resembling a bomb.

The phone call and threat were apparently a hoax and obviously obtained the desired results; much confusion, undue worry and anxiety to the already bereaved relatives and friends.

75 Years Ago February 15, 1945 Flight Officer Harold Lee DeSherlia, 20, was killed Jan. 21 in an airplane crash in France, probably as he ferried planes to the western front from Britain, according to his grandfather, Anton DeSherlia of Hardin. The word from the War Department was received by his grandmother, Mrs. George McCadden or Carrollton, with whom he resided before entering the service.

His mother, Mrs. Mildred DeSherlia, resides in Alton and his father, Walter DeSherlia, at Evansville, Ind. Flight Officer DeSherlia had been overseas since last November and had been in the plane ferrying service since Christmas last.

He entered service Feb. 8, 1943, took his aviation cadet training at Cedar Rapids, Ia., then went on to Rogers Field, Okla. Santa Ana, Minter, and 29-Palms fields in California before getting his wings at Mather Field, California. Before entering the service had had been employed by the A & P store at Carrollton and as a salesman for Lever Bros., Soap Co. In high school, he had ben an honor student.

100 Years Ago February 12, 1920 Do you know that the average school teacher earns only half as much as does a blacksmith, machinist, lather, plumber and bricklayer? Compare the salaries of teachers with butchers, soda clerks, chauffeurs, farm hands, as officially printed in government bulletins, state reports, census statistics, etc., and the great difference will startle you. The cost of living has gone up 108 per cent since 1913, while the increase in school teachers’ pay since that year has averaged 15 percent.

Since 1890 living costs have gone up 300 per cent while teachers’ pay has increased but 30 percent. School teachers who received $60 a month in 1913 should receive $122.50 a month today if they are to be as well-off as they were seven years ago. Teachers who were paid $75 a month in 1913 should receive $153 a month now, if she is to hold her place in the race with livings costs. School teachers can never hope in their lifetime to pile up the total earnings of 40-year old steamfitters and linotypists. A plumber and draftsman at 40 will have earned as much as a high school teacher will have made at 70. An electrician will have total earnings at 40 which a teacher can only get by his 58th year. The teacher will be 52 before he can have earned as much as a 40 year old soda clerk, blacksmith and butcher. At 50, the teacher will be even with trained nurses, chefs and furniture makers ten years younger, at 47 with tailors, boilermakers and millwrights of 40. At 41 he will have as much as wash women, barbers, janitors and teamsters one year younger. For every teacher that averages $1.63 a day there is a bricklayer who averages $8.75. Section hands receive 107 percent higher wages than school teachers and workers in the shipyards earn 224 percent more than the teacher.

Information and Assistance is available Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please call to schedule an appointment: 618-576-9567. We are able to help walk-in clients as time allows.

Coming Up: There are no walk-in question and answer sessions at Miller Apartments or South Calhoun Retirement Center in January or February.

Feb. 20: Bingo, 11:45 a.m.

Feb. 21: First-aid for grandparents, led by the Calhoun County Health Department, 1:00 p.m. (note: not a certification-bearing course).

March 6: Illinois Secretary of State Mobile Services, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Extension Office, Hardin.

VITA Tax Day: The Senior Center will offer qualified VITA volunteers to do tax preparation at the Senior Center on Thursday, March 26. Appointments are available from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Please call the Senior Center for an appointment: 618-5769567.

US Census Information: A recruiting representative from the U.S. Census Bureau will be at the Senior Center on Monday, Feb. 17, 9 a.m. to

is less than one-third of market value, the equalization factor will be greater than one.

Assessments in Calhoun County are at 33.35 percent of market value, based on sales of properties in 2016, 2017, and 2018.

The equalization factor currently being assigned is for 2019 taxes, payable in 2020.

Last year’s equalization factor for the county was 1.0422.

The tentative factor is subject to change if the County Board of Review takes actions which significantly affect the county assessments or if local officials or others can present data showing that the Department of Revenue’s estimates of the average level of assessments in the county should be adjusted.

A public hearing on the tentative multiplier will be held between 20 and 30 days after the tentative factor is published in a newspaper of general circulation within the county.

A change in the equalization factor does not mean total property tax bills will increase or decrease. Tax bills are determined by local taxing bodies when they request money each year to provide services to local citizens. If the amount requested by local taxing districts is not greater than the amount received in the previous year, then total property taxes will not increase even if assessments may have increased.

The assessed value of an individual property determines what portion of the tax burden a specific taxpayer will assume. That individual’s portion of tax responsibility is not changed by the multiplier.

Wednesday, Feb. 19: Smokey Mountain chicken, potatoes, peas and carrots, Texas toast, stuffed peaches.

Thursday, Feb. 20: Hamburger and potato casserole, pinto beans w/bacon, butterscotch pudding.

Friday, Feb. 21: Chicken and sausage jambalaya, collard greens, cornbread, Mardi Gras cupcakes.

New to Medicare?: Let’s talk. Are you turning 65 this year, or will you be new to Medicare from Social Security disability? Will you continue to work once you’ve turned 65?

Let’s talk about your health care coverage options. For a lot of people, making the switch to Medicare can be challenging: the sheer amount of information out there is overwhelming and can be confusing.

Our staff are trained to guide you though this process by providing unbiased information about your health care coverage options and timelines. Everyone’s situation is different: get the facts you need to make the decision that’s best for you.

Call for your appointment: 618-576-9567.

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To be rescheduled: Modern Woodmen of America Chapter 18050 Dinner, 5-7:30 p.m., at Fill Inn Station in Batchtown.

Wednesday, Feb. 19: Modern Woodmen of America Chapter 1621 Dinner, 4:30-7 p.m., at Straight Home in Hardin.

Wednesday, Feb. 26: Modern Woodmen of America Chapter 12243 Dinner, 4:30-7 p.m., at Riverdock in Hardin.

Saturday, Feb. 29: St.

Mary’s School Benefit, 4 p.m., at Brussels American Legion, 121 Main St. in Brussels.

ONGOING Veterans info request: Since the publication of the 2011 version of the Calhoun County Historical Society cemetery book much additional data has been compiled in the constant update process.

A new section titled “Calhoun Veterans Interred Abroad� will be included in

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The Society would appreciate receiving names, birth and death dates and military service information for family members of others.

Please submit information with name, address and phone number to the Society at P.O Box 46 Hardin, IL. 62047.

Contact Society president Emerson Retzer at 68-535 4945 as well as Society board members.

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Calhoun County tentative multiplier for 2019 announced Calhoun County has been issued a tentative property assessment equalization factor of 1.0000, according to David Harris, Director of the Illinois Department of Revenue.

The property assessment equalization factor, often called the “multiplier�, is the method used to achieve uniform property assessments among counties, as required by law. This equalization is particularly important because some of the state’s 6,600 local taxing districts overlap into two or more counties (e.g. school districts, junior college districts, fire protection districts).

If there were no equalization among counties, substantial inequities among taxpayers with comparable properties would result.

State law requires property in Illinois to be assessed at one-third (1/3) of its market value. Farm property is assessed differently, with farm homesites and dwellings subject to regular assessing and equalization procedures, but with farmland and farm buildings assessed according to standards based on productivity.

The equalization factor is determined annually for each county by comparing the sales price of individual properties sold over the past three years to the assessed value placed on those properties by the county supervisor of assessments/county assessor.

If this three-year average level of assessment is one-third of market value, the equalization factor will be one. If the average level of assessment is greater than one-third of market value, the equalization factor will be less than one.

And if the average level of assessment

3 p.m. and Feb. 22. 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. to talk about census jobs and also to share information about participating in the census, what to expect, and also census-related scams. The Senior Center will be offering assistance to people completing the Census. Stay tuned for details.

Lunch, Monday-Friday, 11 a.m. – noon: Come join us for a delicious hot lunch.

For those over 60-years-old, donate what you can afford.

For those under 60-years-old, you must pay $6, the full cost of the meal.

Wednesday, Feb. 12: Chicken parmesan, pasta, mixed veggies, bread stick, pumpkin mousse.

Thursday, Feb. 13: Meatloaf, mashed potatoes w/ gravy, lima beans, roll, applesauce Friday, Feb. 14: Lasagna, veggie blend, Caesar salad, Black Forest Cherry Cake, cherry juice.

Monday, Feb. 17: Smothered pork, cheesy hash brown casserole, veggie medley, Jello cake.

Tuesday, Feb. 18: Roast beef w/gravy, mashed potatoes, spinach, dinner roll, autumn fruit crisp.

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“Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.�

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mpathy is the ability to understand what another person is experiencing, and it is arguably the quality most important to the survival of our species. It allows us to care for the helpless, whether they are newborns, the infirm or the aged among us. Empathy is for most of us closely tied to tribal and family connections; we are naturally more empathetic towards our immediate family and members of our tribe, whether that tribe is an ethnic group, a political party or a nationstate. People usually find it easier to empathize with their native countrymen than with foreigners.

And therein lies a potential problem, that is, we can sometimes overlook the needs of others simply because they don’t look like us or

speak the same language, or have the same beliefs. In short, empathy can be parochial, and then rather than being a positive trait that encourages pro-social behavior it becomes a source of division. Try to inculcate the better angels of your nature by seeking to understand others, especially those who are radically different, and remember that love unites while hatred divides. Empathy and tribalism can work together as long as we realize that the tribe we belong to is humanity.

-Christopher Simon

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by Carol Sue Carnes Q 618-883-2333

An educational seminar on Crop Insurance was held on Friday at the Illinois Riverdock Restaurant in Hardin and presented by Doug Yoder, Crop Agency Manager of Bloomington. After the interesting seminar everyone enjoyed a delicious meal. Many thanks to Dan Eberlin, Financial Representative of Country Financial and his office manager, Patricia Johnes.

Attending from the south end were Chris Fuhler, Ronnie Baalman, Wayne Fuhler, Paul Droege, Roy Jacobs, Jr., Don Droege, Julie Eberlin and myself.

Last Sunday, Feb. 2, my granddaughter Lydia Carnes of Edwardsville and her prize winning dog, Bella, were in the Greater St. Louis Agility Runs at Purina Farms in Gray Summit, Mo. It turned out to be the day she broke AKC history for the second time. From a Preferred Agility Championship twice, to a 10 time Master Agility Champion to now an Agility Grand Champion. The past weekend, accompanied by her sister Hannah Carnes of Philadelphia, Penn., they headed to the Westminster and AKC Nationals in New York. So proud of you Lydia and your successful championships over the past five years. She is the daughter of John and Julie Carnes of Edwardsville.

On Friday night the Brussels Girl Scouts hosted a “Me and my Guy” Event at the Brussels American Legion Hall. The theme was “The 50’s” and many came dressed for the occasion. The Hardin Girl Scouts, as well as students from all four grade schools in the county was invited to attend. Over 175 were in attendance, which included the girl scouts, along with girls from the four schools and their man. They all enjoyed many slow dances, and then came the Limbo, the Twist, the Stroll, Cha Cha and even the Hand Jive. Tables were beautifully decorated with little

pink Cadillac’s, old vinyl records and ice cream dishes filled with tissue paper to resemble ice cream with a mock cherry on top. To complete the decorations, two large balloon arches presented the background for many photos. Many thanks to the Brussels Girl Scout leaders, Debbie Kamp, Nancy Robeen and Lea Miller, also helping with the event were many parents and other volunteers. Next year the Hardin Girl Scouts will be hosting the event.

On Friday night St. Mary’s Altar Society held their monthly meeting at St. Mary’s Hall. Later in the evening, I was pleasantly surprised with a phone call from Marie Held informing me I had won the St. Mary’s Altar Society quilt drawing that night. Shortly afterwards I was visited

by Yvonne Macauley who delivered the quilt to me. It is so beautiful, those of you on FB perhaps saw a photo of it. Thanks to Mildred Schulte who embroidered the blocks, and those who spent countless hours quilting on it every Wednesday at the church hall.

Two quilts are given away each year at the drawings.

Beginning in August at their church picnic tickets can be purchased for the September and February drawings, or from any Altar Society member.

On Saturday night A. J.’s Bar and Grill held an Old Time Saloon Party, complete with dance hall girls and cowboys. A packed house enjoyed great food and beverages. The event was hosted by Angie and Joe Tepen and their employees.

Ann Marie Pohlman celebrated her 40th birthday over the weekend. Attending the dinner and party from this area were her parents Paul and Mary Lou Goetze and her sister Tricia Goetze. Also her husband Paul and other family and friends. Many more “Happy Ones” Ann Marie.

My luncheon guests, helpers and visitors on

Sunday were John Carnes and Caleb of Edwardsville. Later in the afternoon Caleb visited with his other grandparents Francis and Liz Toppmeyer and enjoyed supper with them.

John, likewise, had supper with me. Always enjoy their help and visit. Thanks to both of them!

Last Monday night a fire claimed the home of Jim and Johna Tepen on the west side of Batchtown.

It was a complete loss. If you would like to help, you can drop off items at the Wittmond Hotel Friday through Monday, monetary donations are also being accepted at the Bank of Kampsville across the street. Here is a partial list of what could be given: non-perishable food, paper products, cleaning supplies, blankets and sheets (double bed or queen size) towels for bath and kitchen, etc. Keep Jim and Johna in your prayers, this is such a devastation to have to go through.

Birthday blessings this week to my great grandson, Samuel Lee Holdinghausen, also Ann Marie Pohlman, Elaine Wieneke, Riley Caselton, Dan Nolte, Cliff Nolte, Delaney Schulze, Wendy Tentschert, Jed Drainer, Walter “Sonny” Kinder, Debbie Kuhn, Mackenzie Baalman, Derek Kamp, Linda Held, Alyssa Kress and all others celebrating their natal day at this time.

Happy anniversary to Neal and Donna Funk, Bob and Sandy Kiel, Mike and Erna Halemeyer, Paul and Pat Hoemmen who are celebrating their 50th anniversary, Keith and Rita Hagen and all others celebrating a wedding anniversary this week.

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY: Happy Valentine’s Day on Friday.

To all my family and friends, I just want to let you know that you are loved and cared for.

May your Valentine’s Day always be filled with love!

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by Diane Brangenberg Q 618-653-4520

Lots of beautiful little girls got all dolled up in their 50’s attire and they enjoyed date night with their daddies for the Me & My Guy dance this past Friday hosted by the Brussels Girl Scouts.

The Calhoun Entertainment is in full swing with their rehearsals for the Spring musical “Peter Pan” March 26, 27, 28 and 29 at the Center for American Archeology Gym. So much hard work and so much talent. You won’t want to miss it.

No Queen was found Friday night so get your tickets.

The Calhoun Warriors and JFL football teams are currently hosting a fundraiser called Dash for Cash. You can purchase a ticket from any football player and you will have a chance to win money every day in April they will be doing a drawing. This will help with the cost of equipment.

The Junior class is currently taking orders for butter braids to help with the cost of putting on the prom.

Lester Benz does absolutely amazing woodwork.

He has made so many wonderful pieces I very much enjoy looking at all his pictures on Facebook. I was very appreciative that he and his wife Judy gave me one as a gift. Thank you so

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Congratulations to Ted Baalman who retired on Feb. 6 from Jersey County Grain. Enjoy your retirement Ted. Chance and Lyndsey Jackson were honored at a baby shower/diaper party Saturday evening at Straight Home. Hosted by family and friends.

The students and staff surprised Anne Marie Hickson on Friday afternoon with a surprise shower in the St. Norberts gym.

The Calhoun FFA auction was held this past weekend and it was very

successful thank you to everybody who came out and supported the FFA. Jim and Johna Tepen lost their home last Monday evening to a fire. Anyone wanting to donate can take your donation to the Bank of Kampsville in Hardin please add Jim and Johna to your prayers and continue prayers for our troops as well as Mark Bowers, Jake Botterbush, Kurt Roth, Jan Clore, Jim Hill, Joe Gress, Cindy Smith, Darren Kress, Bill Schumann, Eileen Gardner, Luanne Baalman, Linda Herkert and Angie Suhling.

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The Old Fill Inn Station is now open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Mondays. There will be a Modern Woodsmen of America chicken special tonight,Wednesday, Feb. 12 from 4:30 to 7 p. m. Come and enjoy a good meal with friends.

The Batchtown Woman’s Club will meet for their regular meeting Feb. 19 at 7:30 p.m. at the Old Fill Inn Station. The Chairperson is Karen Friedel. She is also the hostess and brings the auction gifts. Karen’s program is on “Home Life” and is on recycling items we use every day. The ladies will review their food basket deliveries that they made at Christmas time, and discuss any new business. Members are encouraged to arrive early if they are planning to eat together.

We are sorry to report that Jim and Johnna Tepen’s home was destroyed by fire Monday, Feb. 3.

The Koinonia Retreat is March 13-15. This is an amazing positive experience for people of all faiths. To find out more about it, call Mike Rigley or others on the team to find out more if you are interested in attending.

Mike’s number is 618-7794596.

Marilyn Klockenkemper and granddaughter Emma went to the FFA Dinner and auction Saturday night at the KC Hall and had a good time.

Michelle Wieneke, Terry Stumpf and Elaine Titus stopped in to visit with their mother Wilma Krysl last week. Wilma said that Terry was a pretty good cook and might stop by this Tuesday to fix a pork loin roast for her and the family.

Linda Russell took care of her granddaughters Zoe and Sadie Russell Saturday while Jeremy and Angie went to

a gun show in Collinsville with Mark and Terry Knight.

Later in the day, Jeremy took the girls to a father daughter dance. The girls were excited to go out with Dad. Linda heard later that they had a good time.

Jim and Theresa Johnes went a visitation in Jerseyville for Christian Cazier. He was 19 years old and was killed in a car accident.

He is the son of James and Tiffany Cazier of Jerseyville.

He will be sadly missed and not forgotten.

Bernie and Robin Hillen attended the FFA Auction and Dinner Saturday night and had a good time.

Verann Klockenkemper visited Bill Titus, Bob Sievers, and Jerome Hayn Saturday at the Calhoun Nursing and Rehab Center.

Ryan and Christa Resweber of Baton Rogue, La., are the proud parents of a daughter Alice June. She was born Feb. 3 and weighed 9 lbs and was 21 inches long. The grandparents are Tom and Jill Duve also from Baton Rogue. Her great Aunt is Jana Sievers of Batchtown.

Congratulations to the family on the arrival of baby Alice June.

Harrison Craig celebrated his first birthday at home.

He is the son of Riley and Keegan Craig of Hillsboro.

His sister Avery and brother Jackson. Also attending were his grandparents, Lynn Caselton of Hillsboro and Ty and Diana Rutherford of Benld, and great grandparents Delmar and Barb Bick, and Dick and Sally Ruthford.

Also in attendance were Lindy and Martha Bick, Tim,and Holly Bick, and Uncle Jesse Rutherford and Holly. All had a wonderful day together.

Happy birthday Harrison!

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Karson Hillen celebrated his fifth birthday with his parents Bernie and Hattie, and sister Kale Sunday, Feb. 9 at their home. Grandparents Bernie and Robin celebrated his birthday with the family. Happy birthday Karson! Have a fun year.

Works of Love If I can sprinkle seeds of joy On someone’s barren plot And bring to light some cause for hope That he has long forgot.

If I can lighten someone’s load That seems to great to bear, Assuring him his fellow man Is not too rushed to care.

If I can help renew one faith Restoring someone’s smile, My life will be enriched to seem A little more worthwhile Dorothy Bettencourt Elfstrom

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BRUSSELS SCHOOLS MONDAY: (Breakfast) NO SCHOOL. TUESDAY: (Breakfast) Waffle. (Lunch) Taco, Refried Beans, Mexican Rice, Cheese/Lettuce/Salsa, Peaches, Churro.

WEDNESDAY: (Breakfast) Scrambled Eggs. (Lunch) Cube Steak, Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy, Peas, Mixed Fruit.

THURSDAY: (Breakfast) Biscuit & Gravy. (Lunch) Hot Ham & Cheese, Sliced Carrots, Romaine Salad, Oranges.

FRIDAY: (Breakfast) Muffin.

(Lunch) McRib on Bun, Broccoli & Cheese, Romaine Salad, Pears.

CALHOUN HIGH SCHOOL MONDAY: NO SCHOOL. TUESDAY: (Breakfast) Egg-Cheese Omelet w/Biscuit, Cereal, Fruit, Milk. (Lunch) Chicken Quesadilla, Romaine Lettuce, Corn, Black Beans, Mandarin Oranges/Fresh Fruit, Milk.

WEDNESDAY: (Breakfast) Bagel, Cereal, Fruit/Juice, Milk.

(Lunch) Toasted Beef Ravioli w/ Marinara, Romaine Lettuce, California Blend Vegetables, Mixed Fruit/Fresh Fruit, Milk.

THURSDAY: (Breakfast) Hash Brown w/Sausage Patty, Cereal, Fruit, Milk. (Lunch) Hot Ham & Cheese on Bun, Yams, Green Beans, Pineapple/Fresh Fruit, Milk.

FRIDAY: (Breakfast) Cinnamon Roll, Cereal, Fruit/Juice, Milk.

(Lunch) Breaded Chicken Patty on Bun, Baked Potato, Broccoli, Peaches/Fresh Fruit, Milk.

CALHOUN ELEMENTARY & JR. HIGH SCHOOL MONDAY: NO SCHOOL. TUESDAY: (Breakfast) Egg-Cheese Omelet w/Biscuit, Cereal, Mixed Fruit/Fruit, Milk. (Lunch) Chicken Quesadilla, Romaine Lettuce, Corn, Mandarin Oranges, Milk.

WEDNESDAY: (Breakfast) Mini Cinnamon or Mini Strawberry Bagel, Cereal, Pineapple/Juice, Milk. (Lunch) Toasted Beef Ravioli w/Marinara, Romaine Lettuce, California Blend Vegetables, Mixed Fruit, Milk.

THURSDAY: (Breakfast) Hash Brown w/Sausage Patty, Cereal, Peaches/Fresh Fruit, Milk. (Lunch) Hot Ham & Cheese on Bun, Yams, Green Beans, Pineapple, Milk.

FRIDAY: (Breakfast) Cinnamon Roll, Cereal, Apple/Juice, Milk. (Lunch) Breaded Chicken Patty on Bun, Potato Smiles, Broccoli, Peaches, Milk.

ST. NORBERTS SCHOOL MONDAY: NO SCHOOLS. TUESDAY: Nachos Supreme, Mexican Rice, Corn, Fruit.

WEDNESDAY: Hot Ham & Cheese, Baked Chips, Peas, Tropical Fruit.

T H U R S D AY: Pizza, Corn, Lettuce Salad, Pears.

FRIDAY: Chicken Noodle Soup, Grilled Cheese or Peanut Butter, Carrots, Mixed Fruit.

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St. Norbert School celebrates Catholic Schools Week A couple of weeks ago, St Norbert School celebrated Catholic Schools Week.

This is a national celebration of Catholic education and an opportunity to recognize the importance, the value, and the contributions of Catholic education to the church and the world.

The current national theme is “Catholic Schools: Learn. Serve. Lead. Succeed.” This theme encompasses the core products and values that can be found in Catholic schools across the country. Not only are they teaching students to become future servant leaders, faith-filled disciples and enriched citizens in our communities, they, as educators, are growing with them. In Catholic schools, we are all learners, servants and leaders.

That Monday was spent celebrating the community. They put together care packages for residents at the Nursing Home and Cila House, cleaned their church and listened to local missionaries share their passion for spreading God’s love abroad all while in the comfort of jammies.

A central aspect of Catholic education is learning the importance of service to others. When students take part in service activities, both local and beyond, they demonstrate the values and faith they gain through their Catholic education and learn how to make the world a better place. When they observe how others serve the community, they gain an appreciation for how they can Submitted photo Submitted photo continue to serve others Drew Wickenhauser racing during the SNS Games held Jace Bonner competes during the SNS Games during their entire lives. during Catholic Schools Week.

Catholic Schools Week.

Illinois Valley scholarship awards available for county

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Michael Kelly, Executive Director for Illinois Valley Economic Development Corporation has announced that its Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Program funded by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, will award scholarships of up to $1,000 to five income eligible residents of Macoupin, Jersey, Greene, and Calhoun Counties.

Celebrating 50 years The class met last fall at Wittmond's in Brussels celebrating 50 years of friendship.

First row, from left to right: Linda (Schleeper) Powers, Carol (Kinder)Rose, Barb (Zahrli) Jacobs, Sharon (Rose) Friedel and Yvonne (Held) Macauley. Second row, from left to right: Roger Rose, Jean (Rose) Nolte, Bill Schulte, Linda (Cappel) Eberlin, Karen (Siemer) Clark and Phil Schmitz. Third row, from left to right: Duane Kinder, Jim Turner, Jim Nolte, Lee Tepen, Jeff Kirn and Lynn Eberlin. Those absent were Margie (Droege) Friedel, Mary Ann Kary, Russell Kiel, Nancy Klocke, Gerry Kulp, Marsha (Snodgrass) Kiel and Barb Voke. Four members of the class of 1969 that have died were John Bonner, David Heffington, Ronnie Meyer and Leo Schleeper.

Local student excels in spelling bee at St. Mary’s

It took 13 rounds before Camryn Klaas was declared winner of the school-level Post Dispatch Spelling Bee by spelling the word “abundance.”

This competition took place Thursday, Jan. 30 in the St. Mary School auditorium.

Camryn is the fifth grade daughter of Brett and Jennifer Klaas of Batchtown.

Second place in the contest was seventh-grader

Lacy Pohlman, daughter of Greg and Susie Pohlman of Meppen. The third place trophy went to sixth grader Blake Nolte, son of Mark and Jennifer Nolte of Golden Eagle.

Students from fourth grade to eighth grade were eligible and encouraged to participate. The spelling bee helps students improve their spelling and expand their vocabularies.

The CSBG scholarships are open to income eligible residents, who desire to further their education at an Illinois accredited two year community college, or four year college or university. All applicants must be enrolled, or intend to enroll, as a full-time student taking 12 hours or more for the Fall 2020 semester. This is a competitive scholarship and is not based solely on economic need.

Anyone interested in applying for the CSBG Scholarships should contact the IVEDC Office in their county.

Applications will be accepted through March 15. Applications and further information are available from your county CSBG Outreach Staff. In Jersey County, call 618498-9521; Greene County, 217-942-6824; and Calhoun County, 618-2762218.

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Calhoun students pose after competing in the PostDispatch Spelling Bee. Pictured front row, left to right: Lacy Pohlman, Camryn Klaas and Blake Nolte.

Second row, left to right: Jed Struse, Conley Klocke, Kate Schleeper, Alex Friedel and Clare Smith. Third row, left to right: Peyton Baalman, Anna Eberlin, Michael Vogel and Dayton Brundies. Fourth row: Auggie Eberlin, Max Toppmeyer and Dylan Droege.

Fifth row, left to right: Caydence Sievers, Mady Nolte, Grant Jacobs and Tyler Grimes. Sixth row, left to right: McKenzie Baalman, Taylor Carey and Abby Johnes. Seventh row, left to right: Francis Vogel, Joe Struse, Cheyenne Brundies and Emma Hoemmen.

Eighth row, left to right: Logan Tepen, Delani Klaas and Corree Snyders.

BECOME A CASA VOLUNTEER. Children in foster care who have a CASA volunteer are more likely to succeed in school and adjust to change. They are also half as likely to re-enter the foster care system later. As a volunteer, you can make all the difference for a child who has experienced abuse or neglect in your community.

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Senior Night celebration Photo courtesy of Bonnie Snyders

Flying Warrior Calhoun Warrior Ben Eberlin dunks a ball during the matchup against North Greene. Warriors dominates in their game game against the Spartans, 81- 41.

Calhoun High School athletes were celebrated during the Litchfield game Saturday for Senior Night. Athletes and their parents were honored as they walked on to the center of the court. Athletes, from left to right: Hope Wilschetz along with her father, Dan Wilschetz, and mother, Jennifer Wilschetz, Ashleigh Presley along with her father and mother, Faron and Malissa Presley, and Sydney Baalman along with her father and mother, Brad and Stacy Baalman.

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Eighth-graders recognized at Brussels Parent Night

ST. MARY SCHOOL DINNER AUCTION The St. Mary School Support Group Annual Dinner Auction Saturday, February 29, 2020 at the Brussels American Legion. Dinner 4:00 pm serving fried chicken, mashed potatoes, corn, steakhouse rolls, salads, and homemade desserts.

Card draws include prizes: Gift Card Bundle valued at $500 donated by Macauley Hilltop Orchards, Cross Bow donated by Mike Wrigley, Sports Package including tickets to St. Louis Cardinals donated by Eastern Missouri Concrete-Willie Rose and $100 Cardinal Cash donated by Aaron Eberlin Excavating, and a cart full of groceries with a $100 Aldi gift card and $100 Hansen’s gift card donated by Fuhler Plumbing-Josh Fuhler.

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Several new games this year. Play Plinko to win tickets for a relaxing getaway to Hermann, MO. $400 to Herman Hill Inn, dinner for two at Wings-A-Blazin, wine tasting tour at Hermann Winery, and a gift certificate to Ricky’s Chocolate Box.

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Toss Ping-Pong balls to win chances on a tailgating package including a gas grill, canopy, cooler and Red & White gift certificate donated by Doug & Sarah Wilschetz.

Reach your hand in the mystery box to earn tickets in a Pampering Raffle with prizes including a 60 minute massage donated by Lisa Kiel, a $30 gift certificate to Tracy’s Tips & Toes-Tracy Huelsman, $25 gift card to Brit’s Little Beauty Room and a wet brush-Brittney Hayn, or a shopping spree with gift cards to the Buckle donated by Buckle-Trish Long, Cato’s, Maurice’s.

Grand raffle includes a Branson, MO trip, Rachael Ray cookware, and cash prices. We will have many different raffles and silent auction items to bid on. Live auction starts at 8:00 pm with several large household items including furniture and appliances.

All money raised at this event goes directly to the cost of running the school and keeping tuition affordable for our families. See updates on Facebook event page. If the St. Mary Support Committee can be of assistance to answer any questions or to arrange pick-up of your donation, please contact Rachel Hartman (618) 623-8803, smsteacher0708@gmail.com or Traci Caselton (618) 535-8248, tracilynn17@hotmail.com.

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Eighth-graders on the Brussels basketball team had their picture taken at the Eighth Grade Parent Night. From left to right: Joe Struce, Francis Vogel, Logan Tepen and Courtland Fuhler.

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Eighth-graders on the Brussels cheer team had their picture taken at the Eighth Grade Parent Night. From left to right: McKenzie Baalman, Delani Klaas and Cheyenne Brundies.

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Wednesday, February 12, 2020

Hardin, Illinois

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34341 Prairie Dell Rd. Piasa

7944 Hwy 96 Mozier

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10 Acres w/ option for more LAND Built in 1996 this amazing two story with ample storage offers 4 bedrooms & 4 baths. Walk out basement- poolpond & more.

2.1 acres/ 4 bed/2 bath turn key/ furnished New furnace & water heater only $36,500

Full brick home in great Godfrey location.

3 bedrooms/ 2 baths/ full basement w/ wet bar attached garage, fenced back yard!

NEW LISTING 20877 Maple St. Fieldon

401 Timber Ridge #10 Grafton $174,900

205 Elm Eldred

6 Oak St. Kampsville

Move in ready 3 bedroom with large addition that could be a 4th bedroom. Master suite offers jetted tub.

All nice ooring and paint. Hwy 100 to Nutwood to Pecan to Maple St. $59,000 easy to view.

1381 Sq. ft. 2nd oor CONDO Open concept w/ granite counter tops.

A wonderful patio with the most spectacular views!

Elevator and detached 1 car garage.

Fixer-upper is larger than it looks.

3 bedrooms/ ofďŹ ce / 2 baths & workshop.

As-Is sale listed at $19,500

Built in 2013 this mint condition 3 bedroom 2 bath home will pass 100% ďŹ nancing options.

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1106 Locke St. Jerseyville

107-109 State St. Jerseyville

405 E. Water St. Grafton

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PIKE COUNTY REAL ESTATE, INC. LOT 1: 259 KINTOWN HOLLOW RD., HARDIN: Surveyed 3.41 acres. Total price is $20,460. Blacktop road access with wooded background.

LOT 6: 2388 PLUMMER HILL RD., HARDIN: Surveyed 3.61 acres. Total price is $37,860. Easy access to road and utilities.

LOT 7: 2144 PLUMMER HILL RD., HARDIN: Surveyed 9.57 acres.

Total price is $57,420. Legal easement to open and secluded 2 acre lot in back of property.

LOT 8: 2388 PLUMMER HILL RD., HARDIN: Surveyed 6.51 acres. Total price is $39,060. Lots of room to expand with easy access to road and utilities.

LOT 13: 2251 PLUMMER HILL RD., HARDIN: Surveyed 4.36 acres. Total price is $26,160. Beautiful backyard view with road and utilities running through property.

LOT 16: 2605 PLUMMER HILL RD., HARDIN: Surveyed 10.10 acres.

Total price is $60,600. Beautiful Mississippi River views, wooded background, and lots of room to expand.

PENDING 5 ACRES, GOLDEN EAGLE, CALHOUN. Great location! Located on the corner of Golden Eagle Ferry Rd/ Gun Club Rd and Mississippi River Road. $99,000. $50,000

WATER ST., HAMBURG: 100’ of Mississippi river frontage with boat ramp. Utilities readily accessible for 81 ACRES SALT SPRING ROAD, HARpotential development. $12,500 DIN. Hunter’s paradise! All wooded and undeveloped land. $2,800/acre

HARDIN: Recently remodeled installed 3 years ago. $27,500 farmhouse with two sheds. Perfect hunting property with 3 ponds and an amazing view of the Mississippi River. $599,000. $549,000 535 E. PARK ST., NEBO: Cozy,

1,192 sq. ft. 2 BR/1 BA ranch home on 2 lots. Attached 1 car garage in quiet neighborhood. $48,000

140 HAGEN LN., HARDIN: 31 acres of undeveloped land within Hardin city limits, water and electric accessibility. Priced to sell at $186,000

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208 HIDDEN VALLEY RD. HARDIN: Beautiful, 4 BR, 2 BA log cabin on 5.2 acres north of Hardin. 1000 sq. ft. guest house on property. 6240 sq. ft. pole building. Home is on a dead end road. $299,000. $289,000

803 S. MAIN ST., PLEASANT HILL: Great investment property. Fixer upper or rental property. 2 BR, 1 BA home selling as is. $29,000

206 STATE ST., PLEASANT HILL.: 1 story ranch with 2 BR/2 BA and add. 11’x15’ family room and carport! $44,500

48178 160TH AVE. PEARL: Beautiful 3 bed/2 bath home with many 430 S. MADISON, PITTSFIELD: custom details and 118.85 acres 3-4 bedroom 2 bath home with with 45 acres tillable. $795,000 original beautiful woodwork in a great location! Beautiful existing trees and landscaping. Central air, furnace and rook all updated!

Upstairs apartment and detached garage. $89,000 607 HARMON ST., PLEASANT HILL: Charming 2 bed/1 bath home on 2 lots in quiet location. $62,000

508 W. MAIN ST., PLEASANT HILL: 4 BR, 2 BA bungalow home in town with a corner lot. Home has 13981 STATE HWY. 100, PEARL, IL beautiful milwork, build-ins and orig3.0 acres. $35,000. $20,000 LQDO KDUGZRRG ÀRRULQJ )URQW SRUFK 135 E. BRIDGE ST, NEBO.: 3 BR/2 and side screen in porch for outdoor BA split level home with recently up- relaxation. $85,000 dated basement on 3 lots. 24’x16’ bonus room with house! $68,000

407 HARMAN ST., PLEASANT HILL: Adorable 2 BR/1 BA home HIDDEN VALLEY, HARDIN: 315 with large yard. 960 sq. ft. attached acres or 180 acre tracts. Seclusion, JDUDJH DGQ ZRUNVKRS 8QÂżQLVKHG 1763 JOHNSON HOLLOW RD., private, gated well-maintained gravel basement. A must see! $72,000 NEBO, CALHOUN COUNTY: Cabin road throughout the property. sitting on 5 acres in northern Calhoun. $3300/acre. $3000/acre Water, septic, electricity on site. Natural spring on property. Creek running through property. $59,000

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206 FRANKLIN ST, HARDIN.: New 15001 STATE HWY. 96, PLEAS- Listing! Come check out this multiANT HILL: 2-3 Bed/1 Bath home level 4 BR, 2 1/2 BA with a living located outside of town sitting on room and a family room! $104,500 DFUH +DUGZRRG ÀRRUV DQG PDQ\ upgrades. $67,500

COVE RD., GOLDEN EAGLE, Mississippi River frontage. This lot is towards the end 16299 MISSISSIPPI RIVER RD., of a dead end road. Nice sandy beach.

HAMBURG: 1 BR/1BA river cabin get-away with Mississippi River Perfect place for your camper or to build a approach access. Siding, tin roof home! $30,000. $25,000 152 ACRES, KINTOWN HOLLOW, installed in 2015. New furnace/AC

383RD ST., PLEASANT HILL, IL: 108 total acres with 47 tillable!

Remaining timber (walnut) has not been timbered for 30 years. Creek and pond with this farm! $496,800

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431 N. FOURTH ST., KAMPSVILLE: 3 BR/2 BA home not in the ÀRRG SODLQ ZLWK FDU JDUDJH :HOO maintained in quiet area of town with a view of the Illinois River! $72,000. $65,000

EAST ST., PEARL, IL: 1288 sq ft commercial building currently being used as a funeral home. Other possible uses for the building could include a community center, hunting lodge, or a church. $20,000

601 N. PARK ST., HARDIN: Unique, iconic 2 story IL riverfront property. Includes sunroom, 2-4 BR 501 W. QUINCY ST., PLEASANT and 2 BA. Main level has been gut- HILL: 2-3 BR with 1 BA on a corWHG DIWHU ÀRRG DQG UHDG\ IRU ner lot. Open loft concept upstairs. your transformation. Price reduced Includes a 12’x20’ carport. Fixer upper priced at $19,000 from $85,000 to $30,000

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Wednesday, February 12, 2020

Births

Calhoun News-Herald

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Hardin, Illinois

Volunteers with Calhoun Ambulance Service recognized at award banquet

Welcome, baby Lucy David and Sally Schleeper of Brussels welcomed a daughter, Lucy Gene Schleeper, born 9 lbs., 10 oz. at 10:26 a.m. Jan. 13, 2020, at Mercy Hospital in St. Louis, Mo. Grandparents are Gene and Jackie Wittman of Jerseyville and Janey Schleeper of Brussels. Great grandparents are Ron and Patty Turner of Kane.

The Calhoun County Volunteer Ambulance Service held its annual Awards Banquet on Jan. 11, 2020.

During the banquet, numerous individuals were recognized for their efforts with the service.

Years of service award winners include: Kathy Brackett, EMT-B, for five years of service; Patrick Friedel, EMT-B, for five years of service, Gary Hall, driver, for five years of service; Travis Hall, driver, for five years of service; Chase Prokuski, EMT-B, for five years of service; Tony Siemer, driver, for five years of service; Joyce Siemer, EMTB, for 10 years of service;

Scott Wyatt, EMT-B, 10 years of service and Beverly Mosbarger, EMT-B, for 15 years of service.

Select individuals hit emergency run milestones during the year. Kevin Slone with 158 calls, Michael Sprong with 103 calls and Roger Witsken with 128 calls hit their 100-milestone.

Kathy Brackett hit her 200-runs milestone with 209. Mark with 524 hit the 500-milestone. Richard Gibbs hit the 600 emergency-runs milestone with 601.

Those that responded to the most calls within the year were: EMTs Brendan White with 92, Kevin Slone with 91, Mark

White with 76 and Michael Sprong with 37, as well as drivers Richard Gibbs with 41 calls and Dennis Kronable with 37.

During the banquet, everyone enjoyed a meal prepared by Kim Vogel at the Brussels Legion.

Ambulance Service Coordinator Wanda Blackwell recapped all of the events that everyone volunteered for the year 2019: Calhoun County Fair (demo derby, tractor pull and parade), Batchtown Festival, Old Settlers Days, mock disaster for school, Touch the Truck for three schools, 13 football games and Shakespeare in the Park. This is

all above and beyond the emergency calls the volunteers cover during the year.

The volunteer ambulance board members were also recognized for their time and effort to the ambulance service. At the end of the awards, the coordinator thanked everyone for their service and dedication to the community.

The ambulance service also has three CPR instructors Tony Franke, Lisa Fuhler and Joyce Siemer.

Lead instructors are Lisa Fuhler (Wittmond) and Steve Miller. The also had a new instructor added this year: Roger Witsken. New EMTs include Michael Sprong and Jamie Mason.

Welcome, baby Ellie Brandon and Jenna Taylor of Jerseyville welcomed a daughter, Ellie Jo Taylor, born 6 lbs., 7 oz. at 9:40 p.m. Jan. 27, 2020 at Alton Memorial Hospital. Grandparents are Sheila and Kelly Hubbs of Jerseyville, Jeff and Mary Wilson of Jerseyville and Chris and Lynn Klunk of Grafton. Great grandparents are Bonnie and Dan Bland of Kampsville, Sandy Klunk of Jerseyville and Denzel and Naomi Ayres of Homosassa, Fla.

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Those pictured at the Calhoun County Volunteer Ambulance Service Awards Banquet for 2019 are front row, from left to right: Mark White, Kathy Brackett, Shawn Becker, Joyce Siemer, Shirley Medling, Pat Friedel and Steve Miller. Center row, from left to right: Dennis Kronable and Tony Siemer. Back row, from left to right: Brendan White, Kevin Slone, Chase Prokuski, Wanda Blackwell, Travis Hall, Michael Sprong, Richard Gibbs, Tony Franke, Amy Friedel and Gary Hall.

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Wednesday, February 12, 2020

Hardin, Illinois

Property transfers for December 2019 Grantor- GSTS LLC, Grantee- Bess Hollow Road LLC, Instrument- Warr Deed, Date of Instrument11/11/19.

Grantor- Jersey State Bank, Grantee- Derek E Sievers, Instrument- Release, Date of Instrument- 11/22/19.

Grantor- Bank of Kampsville, Grantee- Joshua Behrens et al, InstrumentRelease, Date of Instrument11/25/19.

Grantor- Luke J Hillen & Wf, Grantee- Bank of Calhoun County, Instrument- Mortgage, Instrument11/14/19.

Grantor- Bank of Kampsville, Grantee- Brett A Friedel, Instrument- Release, Date of Instrument- 11/27/19.

Grantor- Central State Bank, Grantee- JBT Calhoun LLC, Instrument- Release, Date of Instrument- 11/15/19.

Grantor- Duane A Sikes & W, Grantee- Bank of Kampsville, Instrument- Mortgage, Date of Instrument- 11/25/19.

Grantor- Betty Ann Godar, Grantee- County of Calhoun, Instrument- Temporary Ease, Date of Instrument- 12/05/19.

Grantor- United Community Bank, Grantee- Lawrence K Kolesa, InstrumentRelease, Date of Instrument12/05/19.

Grantor- Larry D Angel et al, Grantee- Khory Allen & Wf, Instrument- Warr Deed, Date of Instrument12/02/19.

Grantor- Khory Allen & Wf, Grantee- MERS, Instrument- Mortgage, Date of Instrument- 12/02/19.

Grantor- Deborah Ann Borrowman Trustee et al, Grantee- Metropolitan Life Insurance Co, InstrumentAmended Mortgage, Date of Instrument- 12/04/19.

Grantor- Tom Droste et al, Grantee- Plat, InstrumentPlat, Date of Instrument04/26/19 Grantor- State Bank of Lincoln, Grantee- Luke J Hillen et al, InstrumentRelease, Date of Instrument12/02/19.

Grantor- Bank of Calhoun Co, Grantee- George W Swan et al, InstrumentRelease, Date of Instrument12/04/19.

Grantor- Ronald Smith & Wf, Grantee- MERS, Instrument- Mortgage, Date of Instrument- 11/27/19.

Grantor- Joe Roth, Grantee- Terry Alan Churchman Jr, Instrument- Warr Deed, Date of Instrument- 12/06/19.

Grantor- Terry A Churchman Jr, Grantee- Bank of Kampsville, InstrumentMortgage, Date of Instrument- 12/06/19.

Grantor- Clarice M Sibley, Grantee- Bertram Farms LLC, Instrument- Option to Purchase, Date of Instrument- 05/31/19.

GrantorMichael E Anderson, Grantee- Randy Weishaupt, Instrument- Contract for Deed, Date of Instrument- 12/10/19.

Grantor- Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc, Grantee- Roundpoint Mortgage Servicing, Instrument- Assign of Mortgage, Date of Instrument- 2/06/19.

Grantor- Karl Eickmeyer, Grantee- Paramount Equity Mortgage LLC, InstrumentUCC. Grantor- 1st Midamerica Credit Union, Grantee- Craig P Huelsman et al, InstrumentRelease, Date of Instrument12/10/19.

Grantor- Gail Ball et al, Grantee- Detlef G Ball et al, Instrument- Quit Claim Deed, Date of Instrument12/12/19.

Grantor- Jeffrey Gene Cotter et al, Grantee- Affidavit, Instrument- Plat, Date of Instrument- 12/09/19.

Grantor- Victoria Joan Cotter, Grantee- Mark Alan Cotter et al, Instrument- Quit Claim Deed, Date of Instrument- 08/02/19.

Grantor- Mark Alan Cotter et al, Grantee- Jeffrey Gene Cotter & Wf, InstrumentSpecial Warr Deed, Date of Instrument- 12/09/19.

Grantor- Edward Michael Mark Estate, Grantee- Notice of Probate, Date of Instrument- 12/04/19.

Grantor- Roger F Becker & Wf, Grantee- Shawn W Becker et al, InstrumentQuit Claim Deed, Date of Instrument- 12/10/19.

Grantor- Heartland Trophy Properties, Grantee- Plat, Instrument- Plat, Date of Instrument- 12/05/19.

Grantor- Donald K Bates & Wf, Grantee- Sean Hultz et al, Instrument- Warr Deed,

Date of Instrument- 11/14/19.

Grantor- Stephanie Cloninger-Hultz & Husband, Grantee- MERS, InstrumentMortgage, Date of Instrument- 12/11/19.

Grantor- Bank of Kampsville, Grantee- Dylan J Longnecker, Instrument- Release, Date of Instrument- 12/04/19.

Grantor- Dylan J Longnecker, Grantee- Dylan J Longnecker & Wf, Instrument- Quit Claim Deed, Date of Instrument- 11/21/19.

Grantor- Dylan J Longnecker & Wf, GranteeMERS, Instrument- Mortgage, Date of Instrument11/21/19.

Grantor- Lewis Emerson Retzer, Grantee- Erik J Retzer, Instrument- Quit Claim Deed, Date of Instrument- 12/18/19.

Grantor- Jerry L Cress & Wf, Grantee- Jerry L Cress & Wf, Instrument- Warr Deed, Date of Instrument11/26/19.

Grantor- Carl Ator & Wf, Grantee- William E Smith, Instrument- Warr Deed, Date of Instrument- 12/19/19.

Grantor- Michael J Leverich et al, Grantee- Great Rivers Bank, InstrumentMortgage, Date of Instrument- 12/16/19.

Grantor- Michael J Leverich et al, Grantee- Great Rivers Bank, InstrumentMortgage, Date of Instrument- 12/16/19.

Grantor- Paul Schulze et al, Grantee- The Heirs at Law of Jack E Hamilton, Instrument- Judgment, Date of Instrument- 12/17/19.

Grantor- Joseph A Webster & Wf, Grantee- Eric Weber & Wf, Instrument- Warr Deed, Date of Instrument12/18/19.

Grantor- Eric Weber & Wf, Grantee- MERS, InstrumentMortgage, Date of Instrument- 12/18/19.

Grantor- Michael Gillson et al, Grantee- Joshua R O’Reilly, Instrument- Warr Deed, Date of Instrument12/20/19.

GrantorJoshua R O’Reilly, Grantee- Great Rivers Bank, InstrumentMortgage, Date of Instrument- 12/20/19.

Grantor- Merle T Inman Estate, Grantee- Hermann Living Trust, InstrumentWarr Deed, Date of Instrument- 12/19/19.

Grantor- Great Rivers Bank, Grantee- Michael J Leverich, InstrumentRelease, Date of Instrument12/18/19.

Grantor- Karen A Clark et al, Grantee- Simon Miller & Wf, Instrument- Warr Deed, Date of Instrument- 12/11/19.

Grantor- Lea Miller & Husband, Grantee- MERS, Instrument- Mortgage, Date of Instrument- 12/19/19.

Grantor- Michael B Siemer, Grantee- Simon Miller & Wf, InstrumentQuit Claim Deed, Date of Instrument- 12/19/19.

Grantor- Norman L Burge, Grantee- Gary A Brangenberg & Wf, Instrument- Warr Deed, Date of Instrument07/21/16.

Grantor- Carrollton Bank, Grantee- Larry E Sibley, Instrument- Release, Date

of Instrument- 12/18/19.

Grantor- Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc, Grantee- Ronald Noble Smith & Wf, InstrumentRelease, Date of Instrument- 12/10/19.

Grantor- Jimmy Hagnauer Trustee, Grantee- Ashley Jean Anderson et al, Instrument- Trustee Deed, Date of Instrument- 12/20/19.

Grantor- Ashley Jean Anderson et al, GranteeMERS, Instrument- Mortgage, Date of Instrument12/17/19.

Grantor- Bank of Kampsville, Grantee- Anthony D Gress et al, InstrumentRelease, Date of Instrument- 12/23/19.

Grantor- Dixie L Foiles, Grantee- Jeffery B Foiles, Instrument- Notice, Date of

Instrument- 12/20/19.

Grantor- Norman L Snyders Irrevocable Trust 2009 et al, Grantee- Cole G Sibley, Instrument- Warr Deed, Date of Instrument12/23/19.

Grantor- Cole Sibley, Grantee- MERS, Instrument- Mortgage, Date of Instrument- 12/23/19.

Grantor- Larry M Vitale & Wf, Grantee- FCB Banks, Instrument- Mortgage, Date of Instrument- 12/18/19.

Grantor- Central State Bank, Grantee- Joseph A Webster, InstrumentRelease, Date of Instrument- 12/26/19.

Grantor- Gary Goode, Grantee- Goode Family Farm Trust, InstrumentWarr Deed, Date of Instrument- 12/30/19.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, CALHOUN COUNTY, ILLINOIS In Probate IN RE THE ESTATE OF JOHN P. SCHULTE DECEASED No. 2020-P-1 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of John P. Shulte, of Brussels, Illinois. Letters of RI¿FH ZHUH LVVXHG RQ -DQ 27, 2020, to Donna Schulte Hughes, 21684 Croxford Road, Grafton, Illinois 62037, DV ([HFXWRU ZKRVH DWWRUQH\ is Charles H. Burch, 104 Main Street, Hardin, IL 62047.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT CALHOUN COUNTY, ILLINOIS FARMERS NATIONAL BANK OF GRIGGSVILLE a National Banking Association, Plaintiff, vs JAMES E. MARTIN and CARRIE LEANN MARTIN UNKNOWN OWNERS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants.

Case No. 2020CH1 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN YOU, Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants that this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other Defendants, asking for foreclosure of Mortgage and the property affected by said cause is described as follows: The East Half of Lots 2 and 3 of the Northwest Quarter of Section 4, Township 8 South, Range 3, West of the Fourth Principal Meridian, Calhoun County, Illinois.

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