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LOCALS

Carrollton students experiment with dry ice.

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North Greene School Board tables approval of tentative tax levy

By CARMEN ENSINGER Greene Prairie Press North Greene School Board members tabled approving the tentative tax levy at the Wednesday, Nov. 20 board meeting after Superintendent Mark Scott presented two different options for the members to consider.

North Greene is the only Greene County school district not under PTELL (Property Tax Extension Limitation Law). PTELL caps the amount of additional funding taxing bodies can request over the previous year’s levy to 5 percent or the Consumer Price Index (CPI).

Scott was concerned that North Greene might fall under the perils of

PTELL next year. “There is legislation out there that would put the whole state under PTELL and if that is the case, this would be the last levy where we could ask for more than the 5 percent,� Scott said. “We would be tax capped like the other districts, and we would just have to adjust.�

Scott presented two levies for the board to consider – one at 4.99 percent and another one that is ballooned to 13.27 percent. Should the district ask for more than 5 percent, they are required to hold a Truth in Taxation hearing.

Two funds concern Scott – IMRFSocial Security and Tort funds.

“Last year in IMRF and Social Security we deficit spent by $60,000, and the Tort fund had a deficit of $162,000,� Scott said. “We had plenty of carry over to make up for it but what is going to happen in the next five years is what concerns me.�

Within the next five years, the minimum wage for non-certified personnel will gradually go up to $15 per hour and the minimum salary for new teachers will go up to $40,000. “I can’t predict what is going to happen in the state legislature, but I know when the salaries go up, we are going to be paying more out in IMRF and Social Security,� Scott said. “If we get tax capped, it is going to take a toll on us,

and we are going to have to shift money around and tighten our belts.�

By ballooning the levy to an increase of 13.27 percent over last year’s levy, the district would receive an additional $312,000, which would be split between the Tort and IMRF-Social Security funds. “The question is can we survive with the increase from the 4.99 percent increase and be okay,� Scott said. “We have no control over what happens in the State legislature but if this is the last levy to file before we become tax capped, we will never be able to request more.�

A special meeting has been set for Dec. 2 to decide which levy to adopt.

Carrollton plans more renovations over Christmas

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hough the district just spent $2.6 million to renovate a portion of the high school, there are still a few items that need addressed.

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Turkey, all the trimmings saved Nancy Wollenweber serves up some cranberry salad during the Thanksgiving dinner at Carrollton First Baptist Church last Thursday. When members of the Carrollton church heard that the annual dinner in White Hall was being cancelled, they set out to try to help out. They ordered turkeys and all the fixings to have a Thanksgiving dinner at the church. As it turns out, another group stepped up and continued the Plentiful Harvest Thanksgiving Day dinner in White Hall, but all of the food had already been ordered, so the church decided to hold an early Thanksgiving dinner on Nov. 21. Turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, cranberry salad, rolls and dessert were served to all those who attended. More photos from the dinner can be found at B2.

Clough retires after 50 years in pharmacy

By CARMEN ENSINGER Greene Prairie Press After 50 years as a pharmacist, John Clough of Carrollton, is hanging up his pestle and mortar and joining the ranks of the retired.

Clough has been an employee of Pharmacy Plus for much of the last decade and reflected on his fivedecade-long career.

Ironically, Clough didn’t start out to be a pharmacist. “In July of 1967, after spending two years at Illinois College, my father convinced me to drop my aspiration of pursuing a degree in Biology and enroll in the St. Louis College of Pharmacy,� he said. “After two years of the three required, I got a summer job at City (See, CLOUGH, A2)

NG discusses bleacher project

By CARMEN ENSINGER Greene Prairie Press While North Greene was able to use their new bleachers and crows nest this football season, several issues still surround the project that board members were informed of at the Nov. 20 school board meeting. “When we did this project, we had the architect involved and went through the bid process,� Superintendent Mark Scott said. “The problem is this company doesn’t like to play by the rules. They submitted a change order for $17,000 for work that was all covered under the scope of the contract.�

(See, BLEACHER PROJECT, A4)

These items were touched on at the Monday, Nov. 18 regular board meeting.

District architect Dave Leonatti and CTS representative Mark Graves were in attendance and explained the projects that needed addressed.

There are four issues that need addressed and those items were put in order of importance. “There are three exterior and one interior doors right now that don’t meet any sort of regulations,�

Graves said. “We fear the exterior doors probably doesn’t meet the fire code and really need replaced.

If there was an emergency or a crisis you potentially could have a problem getting students out.�

There is also an issue with the existing electric wiring to the master distribution panel in the boiler room. It is currently the old, original copper encased wiring from when the building was built in the 50’s. “There are two lines going in, but we only have one now because one caught on fire underground a couple years ago,� Superintendent Mark Halwachs said. “The electrician looked at it, and he said we are living on borrowed time. We don’t want to tempt fate, and it can be paid from the Health Life and Safety Fund and the County One Cent Sales Tax.�

As for the One Cent Sales Tax, through Nov. 14, the district had received $14,210 from this monthly tax. “That is a very nice for our district,� Halwachs said. “These funds can only be spent on capital (See, RENOVATIONS, A2)

Carrollton Early Childhood Program going strong

By CARMEN ENSINGER Greene Prairie Press Carrollton Early Childhood Program Coordinator Sarah Schmidt gave the Carrollton School Board an update on the Early Childhood Program at their Nov. 18 meeting.

There are two aspects to Carrollton’s program, the Birth to 3, Prevention Initiative Program, which sends Family Liasons into the home to work with the child and parents and the Pre-Kindergarten Program which offers both a full day and half day programs called Preschool For All Expansion (PFAE)and Preschool For All (PFA). “The most exciting thing this year is that we received some extra funding,� Schmidt said. “We didn’t have to do anything for this money – there was an excess left over from last year, and they split it between all the program in the state. We ended up receiving around $10,000.�

The PFA received an additional $2,600, the PFAE an additional $2,880 and the Prevention Initiative received an additional $6,200.

Governor J.B. Pritzker also increased the Early Childhood Block grant by $50 million giving the district much more funding than in the past. “The one thing we wanted to do was to give back to the district in some way,� Schmidt

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Early Childhood Coordinator Sarah Schmidt uses the rolling promethean board purchased by the early childhood program through grants to talk about the achievements of the program over the last year during the Monday, Nov. 18 at the school board meeting.

said. “Last year we were able to purchase a rolling Promethean board, and this year we were able to add an extra bus and were able to add an extra home visitor.�

Also added were two new bus drivers.

Schmidt said the goals they set for the program for this year

have already been met. “Our goal for this year was 90 percent, and we are at that right now,� Schmidt said. “The PFAE program is at 95 percent capacity while the morning PFA is at 100 percent capacity and (See, CARROLLTON, A4)

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Outdoor Truths: Gary Miller

Struggling fields make for stark reminders of luxuries, comfort For nearly 20 years I have made my way to the barn during rifle season.

It’s an easy place to go while enjoying so much. I park on one side, climb up the ladder, and walk to the other side where I’m sitting right now.

At the moment, I’m penning this article while being warmed by my Buddy Heater, having just finished my small thermos of coffee. My seat is cushy and provides a good perch to watch the marginal eight-pointer mark the lowlying tree branch on the edge of the field. My boots are croc sandals, and an old pair of camouflage overalls are covering my blue jeans.

This week the bucks are chasing doe, and while this is not the best area to see a big deer, it won’t be unusual if a stray shows up within the range of my rifle. My little field that is just above me is struggling to push up her

winter peas because of the earlier drought, but she is doing enough to draw a daily portion of deer to her boundary. One of us sits in luxury and comfort while watching the others languish from difficulty. The juxtaposition is glaring. It is also a stark reminder of real life.

While some may try to give a credible answer, there really is no rhyme or reason why some individuals seem to have less difficulties than others.

And sometimes the distance between the two is as short as it is between my luxury, barn, box seat, and the field I watch.

We have tried to tell people God “blesses” those who do good, but we all know some of the most “blessed” people are those who never think about God. We also know trouble can sure find a way into the lives of some good people.

A tornado hits and saves one home, and the owner is quick

his handiwork in each of their lives but in different ways.

And the reason you are where you are, is not because you are so much better or so much worse than your neighbor or friend.

It’s because God loves you and has a unique plan for your life – one that will bring about the most good for you and for those who God has put to watch.

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to thank God for the “blessing.” Her neighbor’s house is destroyed. Was she not as “blessed?”

I think when we apply this thinking, it moves us to a place we shouldn’t go – the place where some “deserve” things while other don’t.

This is never good because it always causes us to compare ourselves to someone else.

Again, this is never good, and it’s not of God. The truth about life is this. God has created the world to operate a certain way, and when we (anyone) works in conjunction with this design, he is, more often than not, blessed.

When we go against this design, we (everyone) usually suffer. The other part of this is simply unknown. Her house was not saved because she was more blessed than the one whose house was destroyed, but her house was saved, and the other house was destroyed because God wants to show

Letter to the editor Tax Increment Financial Facts handout is misleading TO THE EDITOR: Carrollton City officials distributed a handout called “Tax Increment Financing Facts” at a public hearing for a proposed TIF on November 14, 2019, at City Hall. In response to the statements given in this city-sponsored document, please consider the following: The city document described a TIF as a state program that allows cities to provide direct financial aid for development projects. What the city document does not say is that, unfortunately, a TIF diverts tax revenue that would otherwise be available to the taxing districts including the schools, fire protection district, township, roads, Lewis and Clark Community College, etc.

When implementing a TIF, a determination must be made whether the items that a TIF can provide with sidewalks, aesthetics, etc. is more important than providing needed revenue for the taxing bodies including the schools, fire protection district, LCCC, roads, and township. It becomes a matter of priority in how the funds should be spent. I prefer that the taxing bodies not be affected by lowering their potential revenue when property values are “frozen” for 23 years in which the taxing bodies cannot have access to the possible increased EAV. The city document refers to using TIF funds for infrastructure expenses such as the water and sewer mains. However, the city has already addressed those needs by raising the rates for water and sewer.

The city’s statement that “all taxing entities will likely continue to receive more money each year” was addressed

by Attorney James Sinclair who is representing the fire district. Mr. Sinclair stated that placing a TIF in a PTELL district is very complicated, and the taxing bodies will not automatically get a cost of living increase if their EAV will not support it. He referred to past recessions when the taxing bodies’ revenues went down because their base number for property tax decreased.

The city document is correct in stating that taxes for individual properties will be determined as they have been assessed in the past. However, some of the property on the city square to be included in the proposed TIF has not been reassessed recently and may be currently undervalued. It would be a serious disadvantage to the taxing bodies for more than two decades if these current assessments do not reflect the true value of these properties.

A TIF may not initially directly change your real estate taxes. However, the unintended consequence of a TIF can be that if the taxing bodies are forced to pay increased expenses in the next two decades while the revenue from the TIF area is frozen at 2018 or 2019 levels, the

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taxing bodies may have to seek additional tax by referendum to meet statemandated expenses.

The city officials have said that they currently do not intend to use eminent domain to acquire property in the TIF area. However, there is no guarantee that a future city council would not choose to use eminent domain in the next 23 years to acquire property for the redevelopment project. The state TIF statute specifically allows the use of the eminent domain to acquire property for a redevelopment project. Also, the proposed TIF plan can be easily amended, and there is no guarantee that the current TIF plan would not be amended to include eminent domain seizures of property in the future.

The city document states that the revenues for use in the proposed TIF area would be created from new property in that area. Nevertheless, it is unfortunate that the potential increased revenue cannot be available to the taxing bodies to meet their needs. Also, there is no guarantee that improvements in the TIF district will be successful in generating increased EAV. As Dr. Phillips maintained at the September 21 school board meeting, in regard to potential future growth with a TIF, one would be counting on a “maybe” rather than a “certainty.”

I believe that it is a major concern that the term of the proposed TIF is more than 2 decades. That is a long time to deprive the taxing bodies of needed revenue. The funds available to the taxing bodies will be limited to the “frozen EAV” for this lengthy period of time.

As required by law, a Joint Review Board has been established to monitor the use of TIF funds and an annual report is required. This Joint Review Board has already been formed, and it evaluated the proposed TIF plan on October 17 and November 8, 2019. After reviewing the TIF plan, this Joint Review Board has submitted a report to the City Council indicating that the TIF plan does not fulfill the requirements of the state TIF statute. The Joint Review Board does not recommend approving or implementing the TIF plan that is currently available.

A proposed TIF district must meet specific requirements to qualify. A crucial element in meeting the state requirements for a TIF is that it must be determined that no possible development can be made in the proposed TIF district but for implementing a TIF. In other words, it needs to be shown that without a TIF, the current or future owners of the property within the proposed TIF area would make absolutely no effort to improve the property they own, establish new business, or seek to sell their property to a developer in the hope of achieving

a capital gain at any time in the next 23 years.

One would have to assume that the current property owners of vacant buildings or land would simply retain the property for 23 years without making improvements but would continue to pay the taxes on this undeveloped property.

As I said in my presentation at the November 14 TIF hearing, I was shocked to find out my home was included in the proposed TIF district without my knowledge or consent. At the time all of these arrangements for the TIF were being made, my husband of 48 and a half years was seriously ill and dying from cancer.

I did not even know until a few weeks after his death that I had to sign up for a registry at City Hall to get information about my property placed within the boundary of this proposed TIF. Under the circumstances, I certainly did not need to have the additional stress of worrying about my home.

In response to my concern about eminent domain, a local suggestion was made to put a stipulation in the plan that private property would be protected from seizure by eminent domain. I have read drafts of three ordinances designed to put the proposed TIF district in place.

No statements protecting private property from seizure are in these proposed TIF ordinances. However, the parcel number of my property is included in the legal description of the parcels listed in these ordinances.

Overall, my personal objections to this proposed TIF plan include the following: In the “sales pitch” for this proposed TIF, misinformation was given to the public.

Placing property within a TIF boundary puts property rights at greater risk of seizure. The city will have a “free hand” in matters of freezing revenue that should go to the taxing districts.

Any promises being made now can be easily amended later.

If we can’t trust what they are saying now, how can we trust what might be done in the next 23 years?

I urge the Carrollton City Council to reject the proposed TIF district and to concentrate on other methods of promoting improvements in Carrollton. I wish that the approach of surveying residents and seeking community input had been done to a greater degree in the preparation of the currently proposed TIF plan. I think that if the members of the community feel that their voices are heard and their concerns addressed, there could be less division in the community.

average person to comprehend. I am very proud that we remained Commendable, and a good job has been done by our principals and staff for keeping us there.”

District highlights included the two Veteran’s Day programs at the grade school and high school. There were 109 veterans who attended the grade school breakfast and program but, because of the snow, only around 50 attended the high

school program.

“We were very pleased to have sixth grade teacher Kristin Siglock speak at the grade school and World War II veteran Neil GIllingham speak at the high school,” Halwachs said. “The real highlight, however, was having World War II veteran Jack Bertman in attendance who used to teach in the building. He was honored with a quilt at the end of the ceremony.”

Clough (Continued from A1) Drug, Inc. in White Hall working for Vedder Knight.”

The following summer he again worked for Knight and after graduating from pharmacy school Knight offered him a full-time job, which he gladly accepted.

“Pharmacy was considerably different back then,” Clough recalls. “There were a lot fewer drugs, no patient profiles, every label was hand-typed, almost everybody was a cash customer (no insurance) and all prescriptions were either phoned-in or hand-written by the doctor.”

But those days are long gone.

“Now, everything is computer generated except for an occasional telephone prescription,” Clough said. “But back when I started the biggest challenge we had was trying to decipher the doctor’s handwriting.”

Clough was even a sort of pioneer during his time at City Drug.

“During my time at City Drug, I convinced Knight of the need for patient profiles,” he said. “He and the workers in the store were amazed how much better it was for the patient and the pharmacy staff.”

While he enjoyed his time at City Drug, Clough decided to he needed to make a move.

“After six years at City Drug, I decided to move to a job with Kirby Drug Store in Jerseyville,” Clough said.

“Ivan Heiderscheid was the owner at the time and, to my amazement, there were no patient profiles.”

That would soon change.

“After several months of analyzing different patient profile systems, Ivan finally gave in to my requests to use patient profiles,” Clough said. “After several months of use, he finally admitted it was a good idea.”

Heiderscheid decided to retire about four years later and Ed Bonacorsi bought the business.

“I worked for Ed for about a year and a half when the owner of Milner Drugs in Carrollton, Bob Milner, passed away,” Clough said. “In February, 1981, I purchased Milner Drug and renamed it Clough Pharmacy.”

For the next 23 years, Clough spent most of his time working at the pharmacy.

Earl Symes, an employee of Milner’s, continued to work for Clough until his retirement in 1998. Margaret Brannan also carried over from Milner’s and worked until Clough sold the pharmacy in 2003.

“I was very fortunate to have both of them as employees for such a long time,” Clough said.

Clough sold his business to fellow Carrollton pharmacist, Byron Berry, and soon thereafter became a pharmacist for Pharmacy Plus in Carrollton.

But in those first 23 year, Clough said some numbers changes occurred.

“Computers became commonplace and made work faster and more efficient,” he said. “No more handwriting of monthly bills to customers, which Margaret was

quite thankful for. Billing to insurances was computerized, which in today’s world would be impossible to do by hand because of the sheer volume.”

Clough said during the period from 1981 to 2003 insurance coverage for prescriptions increased from about 10 percent to 50 percent. Today it is at about 95 percent or more. Another big change was the lottery.

“The Illinois State Lottery started during that time period, and I was one of the first businesses in Carrollton to sell tickets,” Clough said.

“Another service that was prevalent in that time period was film developing, which is virtually non-existent now.

Lots of other subtle changes occurred from Feb. 1, 1981 to Nov. 1, 2003, but what businesses don’t change.”

Clough closed his pharmacy on Nov. 1, 2003 and went to work at Pharmacy Plus.

“Byron Berry and I had been talking for several years of joining our stores, so now we could both have more time off,” he said. “I hate to think of how many six days a week I worked over the years.”

For the next 16 years, Clough worked beside Berry in Pharmacy Plus.

Clough looks back on the last 50 years as a wonderful period in his life.

“The past 50 years of pharmacy work has been wonderful,” he said. “I worked with a lot of great people and got to know and become friends with countless others in White Hall, Jerseyville and Carrollton.”

But now its time to focus on his family and a little recreation.

“Now I can spend more time with family and maybe do some golfing, hunting, etc.,” Clough said. “I think my wife, Peggy, might even have a few chores for me to do.”

Clough said his retirement is bittersweet.

“I have truly enjoyed my 50 years in pharmacy and will greatly miss it and all of the wonderful people I have worked with and had as customers,” he said. “All I can say is thank you to all of them.”

Berry wanted to say a few words about his friend and fellow pharmacist. As it turns out – their careers have always been on a parallel path from college to their respective businesses.

“John started college at Illinois College and so did I,” Berry said. He transferred to St. Louis College of Pharmacy and so did I.” The similarities continued over the next decade.

“John worked for Vedder Knight at City Drug and so did I,” Berry said. “John purchased his own pharmacy in Carrollton and so did I when I purchased the former Davidson Drugs.

“Little did we know that our similarities would end by joining forces and becoming good friends. John is an excellent pharmacist who has treated his patients and Pharmacy Plus as his own. I have been honored to work with John and to have him as a friend.”

DONNA S. NONNEMAN Joint Review Board member for the Public at Large Carrollton, Ill.

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(Continued from A1) improvements in the district.”

The district received the School Report Card and both schools were ranked as “Commendable.”

“That is where we were at last year,” Halwachs said. “Three years ago, the report used to be 15 to 20 pages – this one just released is 46 pages. They have made it so big, it is very complicated for the

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OBITUARIES Vivian Knight

Vivian Joan (Christison) Knight, age 87 of White Hall passed away Thursday, November 21, 2019 at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield. She was born to Carl and Marie Craddock Christison in Jacksonville, Illinois on September 9, 1932. Vivian married Clement Vedder Knight on June 22, 1952 in Jacksonville and he preceded her in death June 25, 2018. They enjoyed over 66 years together!

Vivian grew up in Jacksonville, she graduated with Class of 1950, Jacksonville High School.

After graduation, Vivian accepted a position with the FBI in Washington DC where she lived two and half years. In Washington, DC she met her future husband Vedder Knight. In 1959 they moved back to White Hall and bought Schmaltz Drugstore renamed it City Drug Inc. Vivian worked beside her husband at City Drug until her retirement in 1990.

Vivian was an active member of the First Presbyterian Church of White Hall.

Vivian bowled on the City Drug Team for nearly twenty five years!

Vivian enjoyed having family and friends around, enjoyed playing cards and games. She and Vedder traveled the country by motorhome, made several international adventures.

Vivan and Vedder were delighted to spend 24 years in sunny Clermont Florida as snowbirds! A beautiful life lived well with many deep and rich relationships.

Vivian was preceeded in death by her parents, husband, a son, Thomas, a sister Marjorie (Don) Choate, two

brothers, Edward (Priscilla) Christison and Roy (Jean) Christison.

Vivian is survived by three children, William Vedder Knight of White Hall, Pamela (husband Andrew) Pratt of Liberty, Mo., and Janice (husband Gary) Breece of White Hall, and a daughter in law, Cynthia Knight of Minneola Florida. Vivian was blessed with six grandchildren, Lydia (Daniel) Bunch, Abigail Pratt, Jacob Breece and Joseph Breece, Samantha Knight and Zach Brannan. Three step-grandchildren, Rebecca , Andrew and Lauren Johnson, two great grandchildren, Gideon and Simon Bunch, and a sister in law Ann Ash, many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, November 24, 2019 at the White Hall Presbyterian Church with burial to follow in White Hall Cemetery.

Visitation was from 12:30 p.m. until the time of service Sunday at the church.

Memorials may be made to White Hall Presbyterian Church or donor choice. Aisman-Hires Funeral Home in White Hall is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left online at www. airsman-hires.com

James McClure

James F. “Jim” McClure, age 82 of White Hall passed away Thursday, November 21, 2019 at White Hall Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was born March 8, 1937 in White Hall, the son of Stanley and Nina Livingstone McClure.

Jim is survived by his sister, Karen McClure of Virginia, two nieces, Pamela Coffel and Patricia Woods, and a cousin, Don McClure of Alton. He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, Robert S., George R. “Mac”, and Louis Van McClure.

Jim attended Blackburn College where he played basketball. He worked for the Federal Government in the Defense Mapping Aerospace Center. He served in the United States Army where he was a voice interpreter. Jim enjoyed following North Greene athletics, fishing, traveling, and reading.

Funeral services were held 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, Novem-

ber 26, 2019 at AirsmanHires Funeral Home in White Hall, the burial followed in White Hall Cemetery. Visitation was from 4-7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Airsman-Hires Funeral Home in White Hall is in charge of arrangements.

Memorials may be made to BJC Hospice or the North Greene Athletics Program.

Condolences may be left online at www.airsmanhires.com

Robert, Charles, and William.

Connie graduated from Greenfield High School in 1955, was a cook at the Greenfield Elementary School for 40 years, and attended the Charity Southern Baptist Church. She enjoyed her flowers, reading, and always wanted to be on the go. She especially loved being with her family and friends.

A funeral service was held at the Charity Southern Baptist Church in Greenfield at 11 am on Wednesday, November 27. Visitation was from 9 am until time of service. Burial followed at the Oak Wood Cemetery north of Greenfield. Memorials are suggested to the Passavant Area Hospital Transitional Care Unit. The ShieldsBishop Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Barrow Baptist Church news Hello from Barrow Baptist Church and Bro. Gerald Day. Our service times are 9:30 a.m. Sunday school, followed by 10:30 a.m. morning worship with nursery and children’s church available.

On Sunday, Nov. 24 we had 29 attending Sunday school and 34 attending morning worship.

Remember our men and women in uniform and the leaders of our nation in your prayers. Others to remember include Junia Day, Lloyd Eldred, Dan Seely, Lois Hart, Judy Cannon, Janet Coonrod, Angie Schoondyke, Bob Hoots, Dean Howard,

Bill McNeece, Harold, Keith and Don Jefferson, Mark Little, Judy Bigley, Michael Ryan, Doug Norris, Gary Coates, Gayla Jones, Mary Forsting, Tom Caskey, Cookie Smith, Sandy Griffin, Karen Henderson, Marsha Baumgartner, Delores Cannon, Karla Cannon, Kelsie Manley, Jody Rees, Stacie Baze, Sue Bower, Andy Ross, Rob Brogdon, and the families of Vivian Knight and Jim McClure.

Happy birthday wishes go to Melissa Smith Dec. 1. There are no anniversaries to report.

During morning worship we had a “Thankful” service and hymn sing. Many

shared with their reasons for being thankful.

Sunday, Dec. 1 at 4 p.m., we will be decorating for Christmas and then having soup, sandwiches and dessert. Friday evening, Dec. 6 we will have our Family Christmas party at 6 p.m. The church is providing pizza.

As you observe Thanksgiving Day this week, we should all remember to be thankful that we are free to worship where and when we please.

That’s all for this week. Have a good week and be a friend to someone in need.

Walkerville Baptist Church news From the desk of Pastor David Slagle; I thank our gracious heavenly father for his blessings daily, and I am still amazed and blessed how our church family responds to the needs of others.

This morning we were blessed with a great gathering of believers.

We want to remind everyone that on Sunday, Dec. 15, Walkerville Baptist Church morning Worship Service will present “A Country Christmas” with the singing groups of “First Calling” and “Servants Hearts” as they tell the Christmas story in word and song. A free will offering will be received and there will be a soup and sandwich luncheon right after the concert.

We begin this morning collecting for the Lottie Moon Christmas offering now through December. Our children will be singing the morning of the 22nd. We enjoyed special music from our pianist and Amber. Our text this morning was from the Book of John Chapter 8:12.

What did Jesus mean when he said, “I am the Light of the World?”

Life can be wonderful on Earth but not fully complete without Jesus. We are all created to crave our creator and only through a personal relationship with our savior can the dark parts of our hearts be brightened with his light. As you read through the scriptures, you will see Jesus consistently focused on linking himself

to the father.

God profoundly states “I am.” Light is a part of who God is. Billy Graham’s wife, Anne, wrote, “Praise God! The light of the world is the light of heaven.”

Two praises of answered prayer were shared. Our recent prayer requests are: Jody, our children, Ray and Patty,Greg, Jim Boker, Vera, unspoken, Terry, Randy, Diane, Margie, Harold, Shirley, Nancy and Keith, the Scroggins family, Tina, unspoken, Pastor David. There will be no Wednesday evening bible study Nov. 27. Wednesday evening bible study will resume Dec. 4 at 6:30 p.m.

Have a great Thanksgiving. See you in church next Sunday.

Hillview Baptist Church news Announcements: Since it’s that time of year when the weather could get bad, we have voted to suspend Wednesday night Bible Study until March 2020.

The children’s Christmas program is planned for Sunday, Dec. 15 at 7 p.m.

We have had a very generous donation so we can replace our handicap door. We are very grateful to the person who gave us the donation. Since this is the week of Thanksgiving, we were asked to tell the things for which we are grateful.

Message: Luke 14: 15-24

Jesus had a multitude of followers. There were learned men in these crowds who were looking for a chance to trip up Jesus and find something he did wrong.

In this parable, a man invited friends to a great banquet, but they all gave excuses why they couldn’t come. All their excuses were more important that being with him at the prepared banquet. We need to set examples for others.

What can we do to observe the Sabbath day. It’s easy to say we don’t have the time. If we don’t have the time for the

Lord, we’re missing the important things in life. We need to get out and talk to those who don’t come to church and tell them how important it is for them.

We need to tell them who Jesus is and what he has done for us. Jesus died for our sins and without him they will never see heaven.

In the end of time, you will eat at the banquet of Christ or you will spend an eternity separated from him.

Come and worship with us and we will tell you all about our savior.

White Hall Calvary Baptist Church news Sunday, Nov. 10; Pastor Carl opened with prayer and announcements. Sister Jean played the piano for us.

Scripture from I Peter 1:1-12.

Sermon: the Promise of Salvation and Eternal Reward. We are sanctified by the blood of Jesus. We should live like Jesus when we are his. No matter what anyone has told you, God loves you and he thinks you are to die for.

Are you in your life building his kingdom or are you building your kingdom?

When God refines you in the fire, there will be a reflection of him through you.

The word of God cannot change you if you are not in his word.

Donald L. Scoggins, Jr.

Connie Tharp

Connie Jo (Witt) Tharp, 82, of Greenfield, died Sunday, November 24 at Passavant Area Hospital.

She was born July 10, 1937, the youngest of six children to Lee and Sybil (McCracken) Witt. She married John H. Tharp, July 7, 1993 in Greenfield, and he preceded her in death on June 4, 1998.

Surviving is a daughter, Leanna (Chet) Wynn of Jacksonville, two sons, Mark (Teal) Cunningham of Greenfield and Tony (Melissa) Cunningham of Plainview, five grandchildren, Callie, Beth, Audri, Carley, and Dylan, two step-grandchildren, Kerry and Anne, and eight great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by a grandson, Travis Cunningham, two sisters, Marjorie Bowman and Audree Doyle, and three brothers,

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Donald L. Scoggins, Jr., 60, of Carrollton died on Wednesday Nov. 20, 2019 at his home west of Carrollton.

He was born on July 27, 1959 in Carrollton, the son of the late Donald L. Scoggins, Sr. and Roberta “Robin” (Darr) Scoggins.

He married the former Anna Johnson on October 23, 1976 and she survives.

Also surviving are his children: Corey Scoggins of Carrollton, Dustin Scoggins of Carrollton, and Jamie (wife Jamie) Scoggins of Jerseyville, 7 grandchildren: Cody (wife Tiffany), Jordan, Keean, Kaylin, Matthew, and Abby, and a sister Vicki Grafford of Carrollton. He was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother-in-law: F.A. Grafford.

Donnie drove a truck for 31 years until his health deteriorated. He will be sadly missed by family and friends.

As per his wishes, there will be no services. The Airsman-Hires Funeral Home in Carrollton is assisting the family at this time.

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Whatever you put in his word will be what you get out of it. You must read his word daily to experience His love to understand it and to apply it to your life.

Change only comes from accepting him as your personal savior and reading his word.

Sunday, Nov. 17: Pastor Carl opened with prayer and the announcements.

Sermon title was “Set Apart by the Wisdom That Endures Forever”.

Passage from I Peter 1:13-25.

The word of God will stand forever. His word is our instructional manual. If you call God your heavenly father, then act like it. The Bible unapplied to our lives, is of no use. Your life was paid for by the blood of

Jesus Christ. A perfect display of the God head for you and me.

God has paid the ultimate price for each of us. Always pray before you read the Bible. Ask him to help you understand what he has for you. Gods love never changes. If you are distant from him, or feel like he is not close to you, it is you.

You need to draw closer to him. God never moves.

Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Morning Worship 10 a.m., Sunday evening service 6 p.m., Wednesday prayer service 6 p.m.

Upcoming Holiday meal – Sunday, Dec. 8 at 5 p.m.

Come and enjoy God’s love!

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Carrollton students experiment with dry ice, liquid nitrogen

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The fourth grade classes enjoyed the Bayer/Monsanto STEM presentation Friday.

Students experimented with dry ice and liquid nitrogen. They learned about the states of matter and about how it plays a part in their everyday lives. From left to right: Gavin Morrell, Wesley Fanning and Lilly Davidson.

Carrollton (Continued from A1) the afternoon program at 80 percent capacity.

Overall, we have only four openings left and two of those will be filled after Jan. 1.”

The Birth to 3 program is also doing very well.

“Our capacity in this program is 50 children and 30 families,” Schmidt said. “We are currently serving 42 children and 38 families. There is a waitlist of around 18 families to get into the program, and we are seeing the needs rise every day.”

The program has also started increasing its collaboration with other programs.

“One of the things we are most proud of is the Lending Library which we were able to provide thanks to the money Carrollton Bank gave us,” Schmidt said. “This library is for safety items families might need such as car seats, smoke detectors and first aid kits.”

Schmidt said the program has given out six car seats in the last six months, and every household has received at least one or two cases of diapers and baby wipes.

The program also implemented new programs and purchased items for the district in fiscal year 2019 that includes adding eight new people to the CGS staff and purchasing new playground equipment that was installed on Nov. 14. Around 35 new families/students were brought into the district program.

“One of the things I was kind of excited

about is that, we know everyone’s budgets are dwindling, so we have been able to contribute back to our building.” Schmidt said. “The Pre-K program, through grant funding, was able to purchase new doors on the east end of the building and both sides of the atrium at a cost of more than $26,000. They are now 100 percent secure entrances.”

Another thing Schmidt said she is excited about this year, FY 20, is the Pyramid Model Cohort. This program implements practices that support social and emotion development in preschool through four face-to-face meetings.

“We are one of only eight entities in the entire state to get this program,” Schmidt said.

“This is a huge deal for our program, district and families. We are going to be able to give positive support at school and home. This program would have cost the district $5,000 – the state has absorbed the cost for us.”

The mental health consultant for the district will be the consultant for this program and will come to the district to give training rather than teachers missing four days of work and racking up travel expenses to travel to the conferences.

Future plans include putting new mulch on the Pre-K playground.

“The program they currently use has mulch on it but that is not developmentally appropriate and not well accepted,” Schmidt said. “They want us to have rubber chips and our plan is to do some this year and some next year.”

Bleacher project (Continued from A1) Scott said the contractor and the architect will just have to work it out.

“We are not paying anything over the contracted price,” Scott said. “What’s more, there was a penalty of $1,000 per day if they didn’t get it completed by the specified date, and they went six days over. We are not paying anything until we get that $6,000 contingency fee.”

The contractor used local subcontractors such as Ballard Brothers who poured the concrete, and they have not yet been paid – partly because the contractor has not submitted the paperwork to the architect.”

“They have not submitted the right paperwork to the architect to get the second payout, which is the big one,” Scott said. “Now, all the subcontractors are wanting their pay.”

Scott said, according to the bid documents, when the contractor left the property, everything had to be finished but that wasn’t the case.

“They were supposed to put conduits under the concrete before it was poured,” Scott said.

“They didn’t do that – they poured the concrete first and ended up having to run the conduit around the track, and in the process, the subcontractor broke a water line. We are not paying for that. They will get paid when they get everything corrected and the paperwork submitted to the architect.”

The masonry roof flashing repair is completed but even it presented some challenges.

“This was one thing we shouldn’t have taken the architect’s advice on,” Scott said. “They said that we should be able to do it during the school day but it turned out to be a huge disruption to a couple of the classrooms because of the noise.”

Also, Scott touched on the replacement of the high school football field scoreboard and the scoreboards in the 1957 gym at the high school.

With the County One-Cent Sales Tax tied up paying for renovations at both the elementary and high school, paying for the scoreboards would fall on district funds.

“The high school football field scoreboard is our top priority,” Scott said. “We can get an LED scoreboard for around $9,500, which will be able to use the same footings and wirings. I can’t see us spending up to $74,000 on one of those big jumbotrons unless we get a lot of donations, and I don’t foresee that happening.”

Discussion took place on installing the 25-second clocks in the endzone, but Scott said he’s trying to get funding for that.

“Dot Foods helped pay for these 25-second clocks in Winchester and Greenfield, so we are hoping they will be able to help us as well,” Scott said.

In the ‘57 gym, both scoreboards can be replaced with LED lighting for $9,000 compared to $40,000 for a digital screen.

The district did OK on its district report card, with the exception of one sub-group – the 7th and 8th-grade special education students at the junior high.

“They look for proficiency in language arts, math and science and we are making growth in all of those areas,” Scott said. “In math, we

are not doing as well, but we have made some growth over the past three years and I think that is something to be celebrated.

The district received a summative designation of “commendable,” which Scott said is a little confusing.

“If you look at the report cards, they all say commendable; however, the subgroup at the jr. high did not have enough math growth, and they also had a truancy issue,” Scott said. “Some of the students in that sub-group don’t even receive services in North Greene – they might receive services at a different school such as Garrison or Four Rivers. But, since we are their home school, their date is reflected in our scores.”

The board approved the addition of the graduation requirement for Community Service Credit to meet College and Career Readiness for high school students and the establishments of guidelines effective for 2019-2020.

The community service requirement is one of three new indicators a district can choose for the College and Career Readiness program.

“The designated amount of community service hours is 25 for their junior and senior years,” High School Principal Amanda Macias said. “This is going to be a good opportunity for the kids to do community service in the community. I think we can create more opportunities for students to learn how to help out in their community.”

The students could perform this community service when they have study hall or some students do just the half-day or early release and they could use that time to earn community service hours.

Macias said it doesn’t go into effect until next year.

The board also approved the formation of an afterschool fitness class for both students and adults conducted by PE teacher Sydney Clanton.

“A lot of the students she is working with this year really like the new fitness class she is doing, and they asked her if she would be willing to do it outside of school,” Macias said. “She was excited about that and asked me if it would be possible to do a class after school and I said I would bring it before the board.”

Macias said it is amazing the effect Clanton is having on the students.

“Those kids are working so hard in her class, and they are really liking it,” she said. “She is engaging them enough to give them the desire to be fit. I think it would be a great thing for the community as well.”

40 students have said they would be interested in participating in the class. Classes will take place Mondays and Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:10 p.m.

In announcements, Scott said there will be a CNA Pinning Ceremony at the White Hall Methodist Church on Dec. 13 at 6:30 p.m. for the students taking part in the first semester of the CNA program offered at the district.

There was one Freedom of Information Act request from a staff member regarding how much the district has spent in attorney fees during the current negotiations.

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Cain Tittsworth participates in experiment during the Bayer/Monsanto STEM presentation.

Tiger Tales Everyone is wished a very Happy Thanksgiving.

Greenfield schools will not be in session on Thursday or Friday of this week. Best of luck to the eighth grade girls’ basketball team as they start regionals next week.

We encourage all parents to complete the 5 Essentials Parent Survey that is locat-

ed on the district website – greenfieldschools.org. Have a great week – go get ‘em, Tigers!

Dec. 2 – HS Girls’ Basketball vs. Triopia at NW, 6:15 p.m.

Jr High 8th Grade Girls’ Regionals at Greenfield Jr High 7th Grade Roodhouse Tournament

Dec. 3 – HS Boys’ Basketball vs. Bunker Hill at NW, 6:15 p.m.

Jr High 8th Grade Girls’ Regionals at Greenfield Jr High 7th Grade Roodhouse Tournament Dec.4 – Jr High 7th Grade Girls’ Sectional at Greenfield Jr High 7th Grade Roodhouse Tournament

SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Carrollton Grade School menu

Monday, Dec. 2: Chicken nuggets, corn, fresh apple, cinnamon bears.

Tuesday, Dec. 3: Grilled cheese, tomato soup, crackers, celery with peanut butter, strawberries Wednesday, Dec. 4: Sausage pizza, lettuce, baked apples, animal crackers, dressings.

Thursday, Dec. 5: Hot dog on bun, baked beans, fresh pear, apple oat bar.

Friday, Dec. 6: No lunch served.

Breakfast Menu: Monday – Biscuits/gravy; Tuesday – French toast sticks; Wednesday – Sausage egg biscuit; Thursday – Breakfast pizza; Friday – Cheesy oven eggs. Entree, fresh fruit, juice, toast and milk served daily. Cereal and yogurt offered as an alternative breakfast entree.

Lunch entree alternative: Peanut butter only and peanut butter & jelly sandwich. Bread and milk served daily with lunchchocolate, white, straw-

berry milk.

Menu subject to change.

Carrollton High School menu Monday, Dec. 2: BBQ chicken on bun, green beans, applesauce, apple oat bar.

Tuesday, Dec. 3: Rotini, breadsticks, lettuce salad with cheese, tomatoes, ranch or french dressing, pears.

Wednesday, Dec. 4: Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, brown gravy, peaches, dinner roll.

Thursday, Dec. 5: Hot dog on bun, baked beans, pineapple, animal crackers.

Friday, Dec. 6: No lunch.

Breakfast Menu: Monday – Biscuits/ gravy; Tuesday – Breakfast pizza; Wednesday – Oven scrambled eggs with cheese and tater tots; Thursday – French toast sticks with syrup and bacon; Friday – Build a bagel. Entree— fresh fruit, juice, toast and milk served daily. Cereal and toast offered as an alternative breakfast entree.

All breakfast served with milk, juice and fruit.

Menu subject to change.

Greenfield menu

Breakfast: Monday, Dec. 2: French toast sticks or cereal.

Tuesday, Dec. 3: Cereal bar or cereal.

Wednesday, Dec. 4: Confetti mini pancakes or cereal.

Thursday, Dec. 5: Bagel and cream cheese or cereal.

Friday, Dec. 6: Biscuits and sausage gravy or cereal.

Offered daily: Toast, juice, fruit, milk. If available extras are offered as follows: Entree–50 cents, juice–20 cents, milk–30 cents.

Lunch: Monday, Dec. 2: Corn dog, baked beans, mixed fruit, graham snacks, milk.

Tuesday, Dec. 3: Hamburger on bun, corn, pears, Doritos, milk.

Wednesday, Dec. 4: Teriyaki Chicken on bun, salad, pineapple, craisins, milk.

Thursday, Dec. 5: Pork patty on bun, green beans, applesauce, pudding, milk.

Friday, Dec. 6: Uncrustable, carrots with ranch, apple slices, string cheese, milk.

If available extras are offered as follows: Entree–50 cents, vegetable or fruit–25 cents, milk–30 cents.

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Social Security Administration announce new online reporting form for scam calls Andrew Saul, Commissioner of Social Security, and Gail S. Ennis, the Inspector General for the Social Security Administration, announce the launch of a dedicated online form at https://oig. ssa.gov to receive reports from the public of Social Security-related scams.

These scams—in which fraudulent callers mislead victims into making cash or gift card payments to avoid arrest for purported Social Security number problems—skyrocketed over the past year to become the #1 type of fraud reported to the Federal Trade Commission and the Social Security Administration.

To combat these scams, Social Security and the OIG will use the new online form to capture data that will be analyzed for trends and commonalities.

The OIG will use the data to identify investigative leads, which could help identify criminal entities or individuals participating in or facilitating the scams.

Ultimately, these efforts are expected to disrupt the scammers, help reduce this type of fraud, and reduce the number of victims. “We are taking action to raise awareness and prevent scammers from harming Americans,� Commissioner Saul said. “I am deeply troubled that our country has not been able to stop these crooks from deceiving some of the most vulnerable members of our

society.�

Commissioner Saul and Inspector General Ennis encourage the public to use the new online form to report Social Security phone scams including robocalls and live callers, as well as email, text, and in-person scams. The form allows people to create a unique Personal Identification Number (PIN), so if OIG contacts a person about their report, they will know the call is legitimate. “Awareness is our best hope to thwart the scammers,� said Inspector General Ennis. “Tell your friends and family about them and report them to us when you receive them, but most importantly, just hang up and ignore the calls.�

Social Security employees do occasionally contact people--generally those who have ongoing business with the agency-by telephone for business purposes. However, Social Security employees will never threaten a person, or promise a Social Security benefit approval, or increase, in exchange for information or money.

In those cases, the call is fraudulent and people should just hang up.

Generally, the agency mainly calls people who have recently applied for a Social Security benefit, someone who is already receiving payments and requires an update to their record, or a person who

has requested a phone call from the agency. If a person is not in one of these situations, they normally would not receive a call from the agency.

Social Security will not: Q Tell you that your Social Security number has been suspended.

Q Contact you to demand an immediate payment.

Q Ask you for credit or debit card numbers over the phone.

Q Require a specific means of debt repayment, like a prepaid debit card, a retail gift card, or cash.

Q Demand that you pay a Social Security debt without the ability to appeal the amount you owe.

Q Promise a Social Security benefit approval, or increase, in exchange for information or money.

If there is a problem with a person’s Social Security number or record, in most cases Social Security will mail a letter. If a person needs to submit payments to Social Security, the agency will send a letter with instructions and payment options. People should never provide information or payment over the phone or Internet unless they are certain of who is receiving it.

The Social Security OIG will also continue to take reports of fraud, waste, and abuse in Social Security’s programs and operations.

A separate online form for those reports remains available at their website.

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Caregivers: How to manage a loved one’s money The number of retirees is on the rise. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau points out that, by 2030, there will be 81.2 million Americans over age 65, and many of them will need help taking care of themselves.

Caregiving is a big responsibility. One crucial role caregivers may take on involves managing a loved one’s finances.

AARP states that acting as a money manager becomes especially important if a loved one begins having trouble keeping a checkbook or becomes confused about money. The Family Caregiver AllianceÂŽ indicates millions of Americans are managing money or property for a family member or friend who is unable to pay bills or make financial decisions.

Juggling one’s own finances and the responsibilities of another person’s money can take its toll.

Here are several ways to navigate these often tricky waters.

Q Discuss plans in advance. Have conversations even before an aging loved one needs caregiving. Talking through difficult topics when parents are healthy can simplify decisions later on.

Q Open a joint account.

Joint back accounts make it easier for caregivers to manage loved ones’ money if the person becomes physically or mentally incapacitated. When necessary, you can step in as a money manager to pay bills, make deposits and withdrawals and monitor

account balances.

Q Make legal fiduciary changes. AARP suggests drawing up legal documents to manage all financial accounts. A power of attorney is a legal document in which one person assigns another the power to make financial decisions on their behalf. This also protects family interests, so that another relative like a sibling, who may want his or her share of a loved one’s money, will not have access. Documenting fiduciary changes in the letter of the law can serve as a measure of protection against potential problems.

Q Put your priorities first. You may end up running yourself emotionally and financially ragged catering to a loved one’s needs. According to a 2015

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study from the National Alliance for Caregiving, an estimated 43.4 million American adults provide unpaid care to an adult or child. Taking repeated time off of work or paying for loved ones’ needs out of your own pocket can take its financial toll. Do not take on unmanageable debt.

Q Ask for help. Speak with a financial advisor and/or elder care attorney about the best ways to manage a loved one’s money to ensure an aging parent or child will be provided for. Arranging assets in certain ways can make individuals eligible for certain benefits.

Managing money is just one of the many tasks associated with being a caregiver.

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The Greenfield FFA Greenhand team won first place at an Agronomy Career Development Event in Franklin. From left to right: Danyn Moore, Zack Wright, Luke Lorton, Gavin Rynders, Emma Wood, Allie Burrow and Kamryn Theivagt.

Friday, Nov. 29: Christmas in Roodhouse on the Square. Santa arrives at 7 p.m. Free hot chocolate and cookies. Have your picture taken with Santa’s Reindeer. Vendors welcome – free setup. Sponsored by Roodhouse Police Department.

Saturday, Nov. 30: White Hall Hometown Christmas at Whiteside Park from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Santa arrives at noon. Door prizes will be given away and Nolan’s Reindeer will be in attendance. There will also be vendors. Sponsored by White Hall Lions Club.

Friday, Dec. 6: Carrollton Christmas Parade on the

Square starting at 6:30 p.m.

Sponsored by Carrollton Chamber of Commerce. The parade route will be from the Thomas H Boyd Memorial Hospital to Sixth Street and then it will finish up at Carrollton Square.

Saturday, Dec. 14: Breakfast with Santa at First Baptist Church in Carrollton from 9 to 11 a.m. Sponsored

by Carrollton Chamber of Commerce.

Wednesday to Sunday, Dec. 25 -Jan. 5: 12 Days of Christmas sponsored by Carrollton Chamber of Commerce to support Carrollton business. Visit local businesses for an opportunity to win Chamber Bucks.

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The Greenfield FFA Varsity team won first place at an Agronomy Career Development Event in Franklin. Back row, left to right: Michaela Theivagt, Jonas Ford, Adalinn Lamb and Breanna Knittel. Front row, left to right: Layne Borcky, Joelle Ford and Rachel Armold.

Greenfield FFA place high in agronomy event On Nov. 5, the Greenfield FFA Chapter took part in the Agronomy Career Development Event held in Franklin.

Overall as a team, varsity won first place.

Individual placings for varsity were: Layne Borcky, first place; Joelle Ford, second place; Michaela Theivagt, fourth place; Brea Knittel, fifth place; and Jonas Ford, ninth place. The Greenhand team also won first place, overall. Individual greenhand placings were: Allie Burrow, first place; Danyn Moore, sec-

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ond place; Kamryn Theivagt, fifth place; and Emma Wood, 10th place.

Ahead of this event, Greenfield FFA members attended the National FFA Convention. The convention was held in Indianapolis, Ind., on Oct. 30 to Nov. 1. While they were there, they attended the opening session, college and career

show, and went to an Old Dominion concert.

Also, Nov. 11 was Veteran’s Day, and the Greenfield FFA Chapter held their annual breakfast.

Over 70 individuals were served at the breakfast honoring all veterans and their families. The Greenfield FFA has hosted this event now for 15 years.

Illinois Valley Senior Citizens menu Reservations must be made by 1 p.m. prior to the day you wish to eat.

If you have made reservations and cannot attend, please notify the center at (217) 942-6414.

Whole wheat bread served daily except as noted (*). 2 percent milk served daily.

Monday, Dec. 2: Ham and beans, cornbread*, pickled beets, apricots, pudding.

Tuesday, Dec. 3: Chicken patty on bun*, macaroni and cheese, mixed vegetables, rosy applesauce, muffins.

Wednesday, Dec. 4: Hamburger on bun*, potato wedges, baked beans,

peaches, gingerbread.

Thursday, Dec. 5: Broccoli cheese soup, chicken salad sandwich, pea salad, fruit cocktail, cheesecake with cherries.

Friday, Dec. 6: Roast beef, mashed potatoes and gravy, peas and carrots, oranges, dessert bar.

In-House Bingo every Tuesday Bunco every fourth Wednesday Exercise every Friday At 11:30 a.m.

In case of bad weather, tune your radio to WJBM 1480 AM or WJIL 1550 AM.

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Greenfield Shell Food Mart Greenfield — 368-3123

United Community Bank of Greenfield — 368-2171

Pharmacy Plus Carrollton — 942-3427

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Bob Lamb Co. Greenfield — 368-2131

Thanksgiving T hanksgiving is many people’s favorite holiday, perhaps because it resonates on so many different levels. It is a holiday with social, historical and religious significance. Socially, it is a time when family and friends gather together to thank God communally and to share the bounty which nature provides. Historically, we call to mind the early colonists who broke bread with the native Americans, just as many today will share their Thanksgiving meals with visitors or immigrants. That the colonists took time to thank God after a difficult first year is something we should emulate, and that the Wampanoag tribe helped the colonists survive that first year should give us pause to reflect on how we treat immigrants. The religious significance of Thanksgiving is no doubt the most important aspect of the holiday, however.

Whether we recognize it or not, we are all dependent on a higher power for our existence. None of us is self-created. And when we consider how generously nature provides for our needs, most are inclined to be thankful. Our thankfulness increases our happiness, as we realize all that we have to be thankful for. We should perhaps start by being thankful for our very lives, and from there to being thankful for our families and our friends, and finally we should be thankful that we live in a country where we can live and pray freely and enjoy the fruits of our labor. There is much to be thankful for.

–Christopher Simon

“Praise the Lord, my soul; all my inmost being, praise his holy name. Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits.”

Psalm 103:1-2 NIV

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Wednesday, November 27, 2019

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Carrollton, Illinois

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Community enjoys nearly cancelled Thanksgiving meal

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Carol Kelley and Roseann Graham fill up their plates during the Thanksgiving dinner at Carrollton First Baptist Church last Thursday.

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Miss Greene County attends County Fair Day Anja Goetten, who was chosen as Miss Greene County for 2019 last June, attended the County Fair Day at the Illinois State Fair on Friday, Aug. 9. The Illinois County Fair Queen Pageant will be held in January 2020 in conjunction with the Illinois Association of Agricultural Fairs Convention. This year’s pageant will be held at the Crown Plaza in Springfield with 74 contestants competing for the title. Left to right: Gov. J.B. Pritzker, 2019 Miss Illinois County Fair Queen Alexi Bladel, Goetten, Jr Miss Greene County Elaina Lansaw and Little Miss Greene County Jade Range.

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Lanita Combs enjoys the Thanksgiving dinner put on by Carrollton First Baptist Church.

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1201 Bertman, Jerseyville This 3 bed, 2 bath is on a large corner lot with fenced back yard, covered patio and 12x20 out building. House is pristine inside and out freshly painted and remodeled. Master suit is large enough for that king bed and all the extras.

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603 Lucien, Jerseyville Nice home (built in 2005) 3 bed, 2 bath with Attached two car garage. Basement is partially wired and studded, bath is also roughed in, could easily be finished.

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good GROWING Greene County police and traffic Keeping you growing with good ideas s University of Illinois Extension

Sweet potatoes, yams are very different Pass the sweet potatoes.

Or, is it pass the yams?

We often use these names interchangeably, but in reality, they are two very different plants. So, what is the difference between sweet potatoes and yams?

True yams are monocots (like grasses and lilies) in the family Dioscoreaceae that are native to Africa and Asia. Sweet potatoes are dicots that are native to Central and South America and are part of the morning glory family (Convolvulaceae). Additionally, sweet potatoes are not related to potatoes (also called Irish or white potatoes) either, which belong to the nightshade family (Solanaceae) along with tomatoes, peppers, and eggplants.

Yams belong to the genus Dioscorea, which contains over 600 species of plants, most of which are tropical. Several different species of yams are cultivated, with the most commonly grown being white yam (Dioscorea rotundata) from Africa and water yam (Dioscorea alata) from Asia.

A majority of yam production takes place in Africa (95% of global production), with Nigeria being the largest producer. Yams that are available in the United States are typically grown in Caribbean countries.

Yams grow as a vine and produce an underground tuber, which vaguely resembles sweet potatoes, that are long cylindrical. Yams can range in size from the size of a potato to extremely large, up to five feet long and weighing over 100 pounds! Their flesh can be white to bright yellow to purple or pink, and the tuber is covered in a tough, scaly skin that is difficult to remove. They are often boiled and mashed as well as fried, roasted, or baked (like baked potatoes). Yams are starchier and drier when compared to the sweet potato varieties most commonly grown in the United States.

Sweet potatoes (Ipomoea batatas) produce storage roots that have smooth thin

skin that can range in color from white to yellow, red, purple, or brown. These roots are short and blocky and have tapered ends. The flesh also ranges in color from white to yellow, orange, or orange-red. Sweet potato varieties are classified as either ‘firm’ or ‘soft’. When cooked, ‘firm’ sweet potatoes remain firm and are dry and crumbly (like a ‘regular’ potato), while ‘soft’ varieties become soft, moist, and sweet. ‘Soft’ types typically have dark orange skin, orange flesh. In the United States, these are the sweet potatoes we usually refer to as yams are (they are also the most commonly grown sweet potatoes).

So why do we sometimes call sweet potatoes yams? According to the Library of Congress, the confusion between yams and sweet potatoes began when soft varieties of sweet potato were introduced to the United States: “In the United States, firm varieties of sweet potatoes were produced before soft varieties.

When soft varieties were first grown commercially, there was a need to differentiate between the two.

African slaves had already been calling the ‘soft’ sweet potatoes ‘yams’ because they resembled the yams in Africa. Thus, ‘soft’ sweet potatoes were referred to as ‘yams’ to distinguish them from the ‘firm’ varieties.�

Today the USDA requires that when the term ‘yam’ is used to describe sweet potatoes, it must also be labeled as a ‘sweet potato.’ Unless you specifically search for yams, which can often be found at ethnic markets, you are probably eating sweet potatoes.

Good Growing Fact of the Week: In addition to requiring warm moist conditions for growth, edible yams also have a very long time to harvest. Plants often require 6-12 months of growth before their tubers can be harvested. Sweet potatoes, on the other hand, typically take around 100 days to harvest.

The following police reports were filed between Nov. 15 through Nov. 21. These reports are public information and are obtained from the Greene County Circuit Clerk’s office.

All individuals have been arrested and charged, or cited in the case of traffic violations. All are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

The following individuals were charged with a felony: Tittsworth, Shanie G., dob 09-301989, possession of meth in amount between 5 and 15 grams; four counts of possess amount of controlled substance.

Brown, Danielle R., dob 05-211978, two counts of meth delivery in amount less than 5 grams; possession of meth in amount less than 5 grams.

Brown, Joseph, dob n/a, two counts of meth delivery in amount less than 5 grams; possession of meth in amount less than 5 grams; felony possession/ use of weapon/firearm.

The following individuals were charged with a misdemeanor: Benson, Bruce W., II, dob 09-13-

1994, two counts of violate order protection.

Willis, Jeffery A., dob 02-16-1963, reckless conduct/bodily harm.

The following individuals were charged with DUI: Davis, Joshua W., dob 04-21-1986, driving under the influence of alcohol.

Hall, Tevin T., dob 12-22-1994, driving under the influence of alcohol/ intoxicating compound/drug.

The following individuals were charged with traffic violations: Jones, Albert H., dob 11-21-2001, improper traffic lane usage; driving restricted time on GDL. Walsh, Andrew S., dob 01-06-1988, driving 21-25 mph above limit; operate uninsured motor vehicle.

Talkington, Robert L., dob 09-271996, driving on suspended license.

Miner, Sharon M., dob 11-14-1983, driving 21-25 mph above limit.

Davis, Joshua W., dob 04-21-1986, improper traffic lane usage; operate uninsured motor vehicle.

Hall, Tevin T., dob 12-22-1994, registration light/1st and 2nd.

Funk, Dylan C., dob 09-27-1995, registration expiration/1st and 2nd.

Hurley, Joshua W., dob 03-08-1985, operate uninsured motor vehicle.

Lowery, Brian H., dob 08-29-1970, no valid registration/1st and 2nd.

Nail, Thomas L., dob 11-07-1960, fail to reduce speed; improper traffic lane usage.

Williams, Megan L., dob 05-201971, driving 11-14 mph above limit.

Nelson, Brendan A., dob 10-141999, speeding 35 plus mph over limit.

Lane, Tyler N., dob 03-20-2001, driving 11-14 mph above limit.

Cox, Joshua M., dob 03-29-1990, driving 15-20 mph above limit.

Baker, Whitney A., dob 07-16-1995, operate uninsured motor vehicle.

Row, John C., dob 12-20-1972, driving 15-20 mph above limit.

Wells, Dewayne E., dob 09-281981, driving 21-25 mph above limit.

Jones, Blakely C., dob 01-20-1983, operate uninsured motor vehicle; unregistered/expired registration; plate sec/height/visl/sticker/1-2.

Disaster loan outreach center established nearby Gov. JB Pritzker announced the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) approved his request for a disaster declaration following one of the worst floods in Illinois history.

The approved SBA disaster declaration makes lowinterest loans available to homeowners, renters and businesses in Alexander, Jersey, Rock Island and Stephenson counties, as well as the contiguous counties of Jo Daviess, Winnebago, Carroll, Ogle, Whiteside, Henry, Mercer, Calhoun, Greene, Macoupin, Madison, Union and Pulaski.

SBA loans can help repair or replace damaged or destroyed real estate. Homeowners and renters can apply for loans to repair or replace damaged or destroyed personal property. Businesses and private non-profit organizations can apply for loans to repair or replace damaged or destroyed real estate, machinery and equipment, inventory and other business assets.

And included with the approved Small Business Adminstration, it was announced that an outreach center was established in Jersey County. The center, located at the QEM Fire District at 14905 Elsah Road in Grafton, will provide additional information and loan assistance. The center will

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The filing deadline to return applications for physical property damage is Jan 13, 2020. The deadline to return economic injury applications is August 14, 2020. Any individual or business needing additional information, or wishing to apply for a loan, should contact the SBA Customer Service Center at 800659-2955.

Applicants may apply online using the Electronic Loan Application (ELA) via SBAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s secure website at DisasterLoan.sba.gov.

Loan applications can also be downloaded from www. sba.gov/disaster. Completed

applications should be mailed to: U.S. Small Business Administration, Processing and Disbursement Center, 14925 Kingsport Road, Fort Worth, Texas 76155.

For additional information and resources related to flood recovery, please visit www. ready.illinois.gov.

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STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT GREENE COUNTY

The annual meeting of the Eldred Drainage and Levee District of Greene County, Illinois, will be held at Eldred American Legion, 205 Locust St., Eldred, Illinois, on the 3rd day of December, 2019, at 9 oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;clock a.m.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT GREENE COUNTY, CARROLLTON, ILLINOIS PEOPLES BANK & TRUST, a Banking Corporation, Plaintiff, -VSSALLY A. MCDADE, UNKNOWN OWNERS, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants No. 2019-CH-15 NOTICE OF PENDENCY IN ACTION NOTICE is hereby given to SALLY A. MCDADE, UNKNOWN OWNERS, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS of the real estate described in the Complaint for ForeFORVXUH DQG 2WKHU 5HOLHI ÂżOHG in the above-entitled case on October 31, 2019, that they are named Defendants in above-entitled case, that the above-entitled mortgage foreclosure suit is now pending in said Court, that the day on or after which a default may be entered against said Defendants is December 15, 2019, and that the following information applies to the said foreclosure proceeding: (i) The name of the Plaintiff and the case number are LGHQWLÂżHG DERYH (ii) The Court in which said action was brought is identiÂżHG DERYH (iii) The name of the title holder of record is: SALLY A. MCDADE (iv) A legal description of WKH UHDO HVWDWH VXIÂżFLHQW WR identify it with reasonable certainty is as follows: Lots Numbered One (1) and Two (2) in Block Four (4) in W.F. Dillmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Addition to the City of White Hall, situated in the City of White Hall, in the County of Greene and the State of Illinois.

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4 Tracts The farm is located along the southeast side of Hwy 54 between Atlas, IL and the Mississippi River Bridge at Louisiana, MO and is further described as being located in the West Half of Section 5 of Ross Township, Pike County, IL. THE FARM HAS PRODUCTIVE SOILS INCLUDING BEAUCOUP, COFFEEN & SHAFFTON. THE CROP PRODUCTIVITY INDEX (PI) IS 124.7 ON THE TILLABLE ACRES.

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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30TH AT 10:00 A.M.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 27 AT 10:00 A.M.

LAND SELLS AT 11:00 A.M.

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SALE TO BE HELD AT THE CABIN ON THE NICKERSON FARM PHYSICAL ADDRESS: 509 E. 2873RD LN â&#x20AC;˘ LIBERTY, IL

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PRODUCTIVE TILLABLE FARMLAND! HUNTING/RECREATIONAL TRACTS! COUNTRY HOME & ACREAGE! Norman and Anna Mae Dean Trusts Everett Dean - Trustee REPRESENTING ATTORNEY: William L. Siebers Scholz, Loos, Palmer, Siebers & Duesterhuas LLP 625 Vermont St. | Quincy, IL 62301 | Ph (217) 223-3444

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Lady Tigers take second in Redbird tournament The Eighth Grade Lady Tigers of Greenfield and Northwestern took second place in the St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Redbird Tournament on Friday, Nov. 22. Naomi Lansaw and Jenna Dickerman were named to the All-Tournament Team, and the Lady Tigers came in first place in the team free-throw shoot competition. Front row, left to right: Alaina Lansaw, Kylee Campbell, Tessa Jones, Faith Rynders, Claire Woods, Jordyn Huff and Baylee Landes.

Back row: Coach Jeremy Lansaw, Naomi Lansaw, Addison Wright, Maddy Campbell, Kara Hallock, Kaelyn DeFevers, Jenna Dickerman, Evelyn White and Assistant Coach Leah Pembrook.

State Rep. Davidsmeyer to seek re-election in 100th House District

State Rep. C.D. Davidsmeyer, R-Jacksonville, along with a group of GOP legislators, were first to file for reelection today in Springfield.

Davidsmeyer is running for re-election as State Representative for the 100th House District. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Today I filed to run for reelection to continue the fight for the people of west central Illinois,â&#x20AC;? Davidsmeyer said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;After talking with friends and constituents, I have been encouraged by the number of people asking me to continue to serve. As your voice in

Springfield, I am working hard to bring fiscal responsibility and conservative principles back to Illinois. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am running for re-election to continue the hard work of cutting wasteful spending, balancing the state budget, and helping to create good-paying jobs for our working families. It is my honor to serve as your State Representative and I ask for your continued support in 2020.â&#x20AC;?

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As the area state representa-

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hundreds of constituents with their Concealed Carry License and FOID Card applications,â&#x20AC;? Davidsmeyer added.

Representative Davidsmeyer is pleased with the help his office has been able to provide to constituents. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Every day, we are able to help constituents throughout the nine counties that I serve. My district office does a great job with constituent services and I appreciate my staffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard work on behalf of the people of the 100th District,â&#x20AC;? Davidsmeyer said.

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