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GREENE PRAIRIE PRESS MARCH 12, 2014 – Vol. 145, No. 11 – Carrollton, Illinois 62016

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Hall debuts new CD. See page B9

SPECIAL

Getting in shape for spring. See page A5

SCHOOL

Celebrating 100 days of school. See page A9

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Carrollton teen charged with Drug Induced Homicide By CArmeN eNSiNger Greene Prairie Press The overdose death of a 28-year-old Carrollton man in December of last year is now being treated as a homicide, and a 19-year-old Carrollton teen is being charged with Drug Induced Homicide. Carrollton Police Department arrested Justin L. Stiller on Monday, March 10, and he was taken to Greene County Jail and booked on a charge of Drug Induced Homicide in the death of Ryan Slow. According to Greene County State’s Attorney Caleb Briscoe, the investigation into Slow’s death began immediately. “This was an investigation that we began in December of last year,” Briscoe said.

$100K water system under-utilized in Carrollton By CArmeN eNSiNger Greene Prairie Press Several members of the Carrollton City Council are wondering why the city is not fully utilizing its SCADA system at the water plant and well sites, which the city paid more than $100,000 for two years ago. The subject came up at the Feb. 25 workshop when on the agenda the discussion of hiring another part-time employee for the water plant to prevent overtime was listed. There are currently three fulltime employees and two part-time employees. SCADA stands for Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition and usually refers to centralized systems, which monitor and control entire sites, or several different sites spread out over a large area – anything from an industrial plant to a nation. Most control actions are performed automatically by RTUs (Remote Terminal Unit) or PLCs (Programmable Logic Controller.) A PLC is a digital computer used for automation of electromechanical processes such as the control of machinery and the RTU is the microprocessor-controlled electronic device which interfaces objects in the physical world to the SCADA system by transmitting telemetry data to a master system and by using messages from the master supervisory system to control connected objects. In essence, the SCADA system allows a system, such as the water plant, to be controlled remotely from a laptop computer or even a smart phone. Roodhouse also implements a SCADA system to operate its water plant remotely. Alderwoman Sharon Butler was under the assumption the purchase of the SCADA system would reduce the need for manpower at the water plant, thereby justifying the $100,000 price tag. Water Superintendent Rick Goans said when the system was put in it had nothing to do with manpower. “It was just upgrading the system we had because ours was obsolete,” Goans said. “It just operates our pumps and shows us our tank levels.” The system was installed when the city’s third well was drilled. The telemetry system used by the water plant at the time was obsolete and needed to be upgraded. However, engineers did not write this extra expense into the original grant used to help with the cost of the well, and the city had to take out

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a separate loan to cover installation of the SCADA system. Goans went on to say that the previous system operated remotely over phone lines and any moisture in the ground would render the system useless and a trip would have to be made out to the well to manually turn the pumps on and off. Alderman Wayne Cunningham agreed with Butler saying the salesman, when selling the council on the system, said operations could be controlled remotely, cutting down on the man hours needed to perform routine processes. Butler asked if the city had the capability to do this and Goans said, “Somewhat.” “Do you not want to use it?” Butler asked him. “I would prefer not to because I’m pretty sure the EPA will not let us cut back any more hours than we are now,” Goans said. “I’m not 100 percent, but I’m pretty certain it’s mainly because of our elevated storage here in town. They actually require at least one day’s elevated storage. We average 500,000 (gallons) a day and the water tower holds 100,000, so we are not close to that. “Secondly, even with the remote things, we have chemical feed pumps – two of them. They have chlorinators and filters that need backwashed and none of that is hooked into the SCADA system,” Goans said. “The pumps that are hooked in – the couplings go out on them and if someone is not there then it’s running all day, or however long no one is there while the coupling is busted on it.” One of the unique features of the SCADA system, according to research on the system from the Internet, is its ability to not only let an operator control operations remotely, but alarms are built into the system to alert the operator should any piece on the system fail – such as a busted coupling. “I just don’t understand why we bought this system if we are not going to use it properly,” Butler said. Goans was against the hiring of a third part-time worker to alleviate the need for overtime. “My opinion is I prefer not to,” he said. “My thinking is if you hire a third part-time employee in order to keep him with enough hours to keep him here, I am going to have to shorten the hours of my other two employees. My opinion is with the service they have done for the city, it wouldn’t be fair to them to shorten their hours to have someone else around.”

Columbia College awards Bishop full-ride scholarship

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greenfield senior elizabeth Bishop along with her parents, russ and Lisa Bishop, was presented a check for $109,504 by the Columbia Cougar mascot during a special presentation Tuesday morning . Bishop received a full-ride scholarship to Columbia College which includes tuition, room and board .

By CArmeN eNSiNger Greene Prairie Press When Greenfield High School senior Elizabeth Bishop left for school Tuesday morning, for all she knew it was just going to be like any other day – classes, homework, etc. She had no idea of what was to come or how her life would change a mere three hours later. Bishop, the daughter of Russ and Lisa Bishop, sat in the Greenfield High School auditorium with the rest of the school after they were told there would be a special speaker during what they call Tiger Time. The special speaker was from Columbia College, in Columbia, Mo., and was there to present Bishop with a check for more than $109,000 after she was selected to receive one of the five coveted top scholarship packages from the college, which includes tuition, room and board. Jeff Barringer, Interim Assistant Director at Columbia, said Bishop was one of 140 applicants who participated in Scholarship Day at the college and she won one of the five top scholarship packages. “This is the biggest scholarship that we give out,” Barringer said. “To participate she had to do letters of recommendation, submit a resume, do two essays and participate in an interview process. We also took her GPA and SAT scores as criteria for our evaluation process.” School officials notified Bishop’s parents two weeks ago that their daughter had been chosen for the scholarship, but they were sworn to secrecy, as were Greenfield school officials. No one could know she won until the surprise presentation – this was the way Columbia wanted to do it. “We just like to surprise our scholarship recipients and see the look on their faces when they find out the presentation is all about them,” Barringer said. “It’s a unique way to present a scholarship, and for me it’s the highlight of my year to give away scholarships like these.” Lisa Bishop said it’s been almost impossible to keep the news to themselves for so long. “It’s been very hard to keep it a secret because she kept asking if we had heard

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elizabeth Bishop reacts Tuesday morning to the news she has received a full scholarship to Columbia College . The value of the scholarship is more than $100,000 .

anything from them because they had told her she should hear something by the second week of March,” she said. “I even went so far as to delete their number from our caller ID, so if she checked to see if they called it wouldn’t show up. It was hard to do, but we managed to do it.” Russ Bishop kept the ruse up by encouraging his daughter to continue to fill out college applications. “I told her that she needed to keep writing these scholarships because you never knew what would happen,” he said. “The other night as she was filling out an application she began to get frustrated, saying she didn’t know how much she would be able to afford to pay. Sitting there knowing full well what was going on was hard.” Even the presentation was kept quiet until 11 a.m. that morning when it was announced the students were to gather in the auditorium. Like most teenagers, Elizabeth Bishop thought the worst. “When they called us to the auditorium I thought to myself, ‘Oh no, we’re in trouble,’” she said. “Then one of my friends said there were people behind the stage curtain and it looks like a mascot was up there. It wasn’t our mascot because it was like cat feet. Then (See, scholarship, A2)

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“Officers responded to the scene and talked to witnesses and started an investigation at that time, which ultimately led to the arrest of Mr. Stiller on Monday.” A charge of Drug Induced Homicide, a Class X felony, was formally charged against Stiller in Greene County Circuit Court on March 12. According to the charge, Stiller delivered morphine to Slow who then injected a portion of the controlled substance which led to his death. “Mr. Slow died of a morphine overdose and we believe that this was the controlled substance delivered to him earlier that day,” Briscoe said. Stiller remains in Greene County Jail with bond set at $100,000.

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BRADY SCHNELTEN

TAKES HOME AWARD On February 22, Brady Schnelten of Carrollton, illinois was presented with an award from the illinois Beef Association, Junior Points Show Competition . Schnelten placed 2nd overall in the state and tied for first in the heifer division for total points earned during the 2013 year . The top 10 youth in each division (steer and heifer) were recognized for their efforts in this competition during the illinois Beef expo in Springfield . more than 500 youth compete each year .

The 50-year franchise agreement between the city of Carrollton and Ameren will expire in April and the city is trying to get the best deal possible on a future agreement with the utility company. Carrollton City Council members discussed the agreement at the Feb. 26 workshop and it is on the agenda to be voted on at the March 12 regular council meeting Basically, the franchise agreement gives Ameren an easement to use the city’s alleys when performing line work on the power lines. The original agreement, drawn up in 1964, compensated the city with a certain amount of free kilowatt hours or therms of gas to be used on the city buildings. The city was given a credit on it's bills. This was when Ameren produced it's own power, something they no longer do. According to Carrollton Treasurer Debbie Dunlap, since Ameren is no longer a producer of electricity, it is against the Illinois Commerce Commission’s rules to discount the power. Instead, Ameren will have to do a straight compensation based on the amount of utility customers. If a city’s customer base goes up by three percent, then Ameren will change the compensation by three percent. However, if it goes down by three percent, then the compensation would be reduced accordingly. Dunlap pointed out the customer base the city has will go up within the next year with the additional housing units at Hawkland Estates and Walnut Estates, which are under construc-

tion. Those homes would not be eligible for the compensation until the fifth year under the current terms of the agreement. “I have asked them to consider the addition to our customer base of the additional houses at

“i would like to see us take advantage of those new homes now instead of five or 10 years down the road . i’m basically wanting them to add people who don’t exist yet .”

Debbie Dunlap Carrollton Treasurer

Hawkland Estates and the 28 new homes being constructed at Walnut Estates because they will probably be done this year and we will have new customers,” Dunlap said. “I would like to see us take advantage of those new homes now instead of five or 10 years down the road. I’m basically wanting them to add people who don’t exist yet.” Ameren uses a standard formula in calculating compensation so that towns of similar size receive similar treatment. The council also heard a proposal for replacing the wooden flower barrels stationed around the square. The barrels were donated several years ago by resident Shirley Schacher, C

but time and the elements have taken a toll on them and many of the more than 20 barrels are in need of replacement. Dunlap said she and Chamber of Commerce member Bernie Faul looked into purchasing flower barrels that would match the garbage cans purchased by the city several years ago. When the city purchased the garbage cans, local businesses could purchase advertisement on the sides of the cans, and in the end the city was only out around $1,000 for all the barrels placed around the square. Carrollton would like to do something similar with the flowerpots. “Bernie has sent out letters to all of the businesses in town asking them to make a donation towards the purchase of the barrels, or if they want a cut out like on the trash barrels, a donation of $250,” Dunlap said. “Based on the number of responses, we will determine how many barrels we will be able to purchase.” The flower barrels will cost approximately $500 each including shipping, and the city would like to purchase up to a dozen, depending on how many donations are collected. City Clerk Ryan Scott informed the council about a grant he would like to pursue from the state. The Tobacco Enforcement Program is a grant for a little more $1,000, but there is no stipulation on how the money must be used. “The only thing we have to do is to make sure there are no underage kids buying tobacco products in this area,” Scott said. “Operations could be conducted throughout the year to make sure it isn’t happening around here, and once we complete our paperwork we will receive the funding.”

Wednesday, March 12, 2014

GREENE PRAIRIE PRESS

Letter to the editor AHC taking on new adventure in fundraising, March Mayhem TO THE EDITOR: Psalm 84:5 NIV “Blessed are those whose strength is in you, who have set their hearts on pilgrimage.” We would like to ask for your support once again for Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood research. It is with regret that we will not be having the Crazy for a Cure Show this year, but hope to bring it back in the future. Like most things, we feel that it has run its course when comparing the offerings taken at the show in 2008 until last year. We continue to succeed in raising research dollars in most areas, but feel a change might be good! It has been a joyful adventure and thanks to all that have helped by being in, supporting and/or attending the shows! But now, we are asking for prayer for our new adventure. We would like to invite you to our March Mayhem Old Timers Basketball Game on March 29 at the Alsey Grade School gym. The game is scheduled for 3 p.m. when Patterson will be taking on Manchester; following at 4 p.m. Alsey will play against Winchester. We are reaching out to coaches, players (male or female), cheerleaders, teachers and staff from the Alsey, Manchester, Patterson and Winchester grade schools! We would like to use this opportunity to support the Alsey Grade School but also bring back some good memories for all.

We are in the beginning stages of planning and have had some great support thus far. This week is our first meeting with the team representatives and other supporters. We have spoken with Mr. Max Greer and Mr. Alan Merriman and they have agreed to be our “official” officials, Coach Bob Moore who will be collecting all the “stat” information as well as Mr. Kent Coultas. We hope to have a play-byplay announcer for the games to help promote the enthusiasm! Coach Dale Baird will be coaching the Manchester Blackhawks and Dana Garrett will be serving as captain; the Winchester Wolverines will be coached by Mr. Tim Smith and are currently looking for a captain; the Patterson Panthers will be led by Mr. Bill Newingham; and the Alsey Reddevils will be led by Captain John Fryman and Coach William Rees. Details will be published as they develop; the “big” issues include the numbers of games, how long the quarters, can we have 10 on the court at the same time and how many ambulances will be on call?! If you are 45 or older, which to my calculations, that would be graduating from the grade schools in 1982 or before; played at the above mentioned grade schools or even moved in from another school and would like to participate, we need you! If you would like to play, please contact the following:

Alsey Red Devils – John Fryman; 473-6250 Manchester Blackhawks – Dana Garrett; 370-2139 Patterson Panthers – Bill Newingham; 204-1288 Winchester Wolverines – Tim Smith; 602-0124 If you have coached, cheered, taught or worked at the schools and have a story to tell we need you! We are looking for stats, pictures, interviews, etc. to help promote our adventure and the Times has graciously agreed to help. Reporter, Jeanette Wallace, is pursuing individuals with information for articles in the Scott County Times . Each week, she will be featuring a different school. She can be reached at Campbell Publications at 217-2852345 or by email at jwallace@campbellpublications.net. Do you have any memorabilia from your grade school days? Pictures, trophies, uniforms, etc., you would like to share the day of the event? We encourage all to contact us and tell others; our goal is to not miss anyone that has something to share, but we also know how impossible that is by doing this ourselves. Michael is doing well, but his balance is still off from being in the wheelchair this summer with his broken legs. He will be 18 in April and we are working on legal guardianship and Social Cecurity benefits so we weren’t

(Continued from A1) when I saw my dad’s shoes I was like, ‘This isn’t real – no way,’ and then they talked about a scholarship and I’m like, ‘Oh, my gosh,’ and when she said Columbia College I just started bawling.” Obviously, receiving the scholarship is going to be a life-changing event in her life. “Getting this scholarship means I get to further my education and I don’t’ have to spend all that time worrying about how I’m going to pay back student loans,” Elizabeth Bishop said. “It also means that I can take my education even further if I want because I can afford it now.” Bishop said she isn’t sure what she is going to major in, though she is leaning towards an English major. “I’m still undecided at the moment, but I might go into English education at the high school or junior college level,” Elizabeth Bishop said. “I am so excited to be in a new environment where I can make some new friends and maybe join a club or two.” With two older brothers and a younger sister, the news of the scholarship was welcomed by the Bishop family. “It means so much to our family because we already have two sons in college and a daughter

who is a freshman this year and will no doubt be going to college, too,” Russ Bishop said. “This is just a huge relief to have this financial burden lifted off of us. It is greatly welcomed at this time in our lives.” Greenfield Guidance Counselor Missy Struif said Bishop receiving this scholarship will definitely have an effect on the rest of the students at Greenfield. “I think the other students are going to see what hard work and dedication can lead to,” Struif said. “Yes, Liz is intelligent, but I think the other students also see that she has worked really hard for this while doing a lot of different extracurricular activities at the same time. She has also done things outside of the school but she studies really hard and works really hard at whatever she is doing. I think it’s important they see all the hard work she put into this and I think it will impact them.” Superintendent Kevin Bowman said it is a positive reflection on the district in general. “I think anytime you get a student that has done so well academically that they get a full-ride scholarship, it tells you, as an educator, that you are doing something right,” he said. “I’m really proud of her – she is a deserving student that works really hard and it is good to see that rewarded.”

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Wednesday, March 12, 2014

GREENFIELD NEWS By MARY LOVE HAMMON

On the news, the death of Shirley Temple was announced. My sister was the age of Shirley, the movie star. Dad and mother took us to the Marvel Theater to see her first movie. We were in a line of traffic from Hurricane Creek on into the theater. Aunt Nona Blue, our Springfield beautician aunt, gave sister a Shirley Temple perm. Those curlers were so heavy that two of her hired help held them (the wires) above her head and aunt fanned her and checked - I worried. I had auburn curly hair. Uncle George Jennings cut my hair with a French Shingle in the back. While Mel’s procedure was going onward, my cousins Kenneth and Ruth Love were sliding down the banister. Virginia was cleaning the bathroom and looking at our cousins, Nina blue’s clothes. Aunt Nona’s girls insisted that I had the appearance of Katherine Hepburn as they manicured my nails. Aunt Nona knew the Jennings family (my mother’s people) since all were children. Frank Smith Dry Goods of Greenfield stocked Shirley Temple clothes. The folks bought her coat and bonnet there. For me, a beige wool coat with a red fox fur collar. This looked snappy with my first high heels. Saturday I telephoned Elizabeth Reid Gwillum who lived here in Greenfield until graduating from GCHS. She lives on Charles Street in Carlinville. When one son came to see her, we hung up our phones. She called back and we visited until another son came. Her daughter, Kay lives in Houston. Elizabeth drives around town when the weather is fit. Thursday she went to the beauty shop. Marj Eldred Hunt was there. Rodney Roth spent Saturday with Albert and Posey Roth in their beautiful Carrollton home. Joy Pitman spent quality time with Debbi Fields. Debbie used to reside in Joy’s rental home - they had a good visit. Beth Ryan and Dani Fields of Jerseyville delivered Girl Scout cookies Sunday. I remember the winter mom and dad were in Florida. Harry Lee (Pete) Shields brought the message to me from the telephone office that I had a phone call from Bismark, North Dakota. I went to the telephone office and called my brotherin-law Richard (Dick) Robinson. He and my sister Melba had a baby girl, Vickie Gail. Today I telephone Vickie in Fountain, Colo. And sang happy birthday. Yesterday, Clifton and Shirley went for a ride. He took the holiday decorations away from Oak Wood Cemetery.

After Debbi and I have finished our morning chores, I watch PBS channel nine on TV. There is usually one-half hour of science. They had artificial rain storm followed by a rainbow and explained that the colors never change. After the tornado in Greenfield, some of us saw a double rainbow. After Dale came home, following heart surgery, he could work on his wooden trains a given amount time. When it became eighty degrees he came into the house. Our Colorado great-niece and nephew had enjoyed “Thomas the Train”, so I had Dale to tape their shows. He and I would discuss this English version. The whistles were incorrect. They call the engineer - the driver. Each coach was called a carriage. There was no baggage car; luggage and bicycles were put in to a carriage car with the conductor. In this country the conductor has a seat at the back of each car that he shares with the brake man. Thomas and his train buddies keep busy with scrap metal, garbage, and have many parties for children and Sir TopEm Hat, the boss of the railroad yards. Pop Hammon held this position in Beardstown before his retirement. When Clifton and Shirley came down, I phoned for my order form Meehan’s deli; that is not the end of may tale! Thank you Cara and Sara - the potato salad was tasty, and the chicken was just right. Clifton saw my neighbor Greg Thornton. Old age struck the bedroom blinds; so Clifton and Shirley measured windows. Thirty-four years ago, Dale retired from the Burlington Northern Railroad. He wondered what he would do with his free time. He started with bronze light switches and painted walls; the tornado struck and the decision was made for him. Reverend Hans, White Hall Presbyterian minister, came today (Sunday) with Bible reading, prayers and anointing oil for healing. He informed me that Pam Keller’s mother, Mrs. Allen is seriously ill. Reverend Hans had a wonderful time skiing in Rock Island, Ill. He assisted with the cleaning of a food pantry. Old soldiers never die, they just fade away. In this case the property of William (d) and Kathy Burkholder, south of Greenfield, has been purchased as a bar and probably a grill by the Hoyts. We had such good times at class reunions, anniversaries, a little dancing, sometimes a glass of wine. ‘Til next time!

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Bluegrass and Lard, a winning combination for the Farm Hands Bluegrass Quartet, Grand Ole Opry veterans from Nashville bringing both to Greenfield this month. If you pass the merchandise table on the way to your seat at the upcoming concert featuring Nashville, Tennessee’s ‘Farm Hands Bluegrass Quartet’, you can’t help but notice the pies. That’s right, peach, apple, cherry, cocoanut, and chocolate fried pies. These pies have become a regular and much talked about part of every Farm Hands concert and for good reason. Just ask anyone who has been to a concert and they will sum it up in one word,-LARD. “The pies have certainly become a fan favorite,” says Tim Graves, Dobro player with the group and 9- time bluegrass Dobro Player of the Year. “They’ve become a real part of the program. People expect them to be available when they come to see us.” The pies are actually Armstrong Pies, a small Tennessee company established over 65 years ago. These home-style, fried turnovers are still made from the original recipe and that includes lard. In 2011, Armstrong Pies partnered with the Farm Hands as official

Stanoch. “But we had a 3-year old boy named Maxwell, and 6-year old boy named Louis. We were at a loss about how to help them through this journey called cancer. During my diagnosis and treatment for breast cancer, I tried to find a book I could read to my children to help them understand what was happening to me. I wanted a book that instilled hope and explained the basics of cancer. I never found that book. So I decided to write a book about how you can talk about cancer to young children.” Since the release of “Our Mama Is A Beautiful Garden” in October 2013, nearly 200 books have been sold as donations. These books have been distributed to hospitals and clinics in Minnesota who serve women and families currently fighting breast cancer. Winter’s book order is the first to be donated to families in Illinois. “I am excited about this opportunity to get “Our Mama Is A Beautiful Garden” into the hands of families when they most need it.” said Winters. For more information about “Our Mama is a Beautiful Garden” please visit: www.rhythmelodic.com/ mamasgarden.

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Greenfield FFA prepares for community garden By Carmen ensinger Greene Prairie Press Members of the Greenfield FFA are planning to use a $2,500 grant to help the less fortunate in their community by creating a community garden. The FFA Chapter has been awarded $2,500 as part of the FFA: Food For All program. The nationwide program provides grant money to local FFA chapters to support year-long service learning projects which address local hunger needs. “Our whole goal of the project is to help feed people who might be struggling to make ends meet and those who are struggling just to get enough food for their family,” Greenfield FFA Advisor Beth Burrow said. “Maybe they have never had the opportunity to do a garden – we are going to teach them how to do it and maybe teach them how to process their vegetables so they can have them available to them during the winter months.”

Burrow said Consolidated Grain and Barge Elevator owns the plot of land that will be used for the garden and is donating the use of the land to the Chapter. Fresh black dirt is being donated by Hog Inc., Kansny Productions is donating its services to help with the garden and Southside Hardware is donating the seeds that will be planted. The first step is to try and find families willing to become a part of the community garden. “The area we have is pretty big, so if we could get six families interested that would be awesome,” Burrow said. “I’m not sure we will be able to find six families willing and wanting to maintain it, though, but we are certainly going to try.” Some of the vegetables which will be planted include corn,

tomatoes, radishes, peppers, green beans, zucchini, squash, pumpkins, carrots and whatever other seeds Southside Hardware carries. “Our goal is to have our six families come forward by the end of this month or beginning of next,” Burrow said. “We want to kind of see what some of their wants are so we can use our resources to get some different vegetables they might be interested in having in their garden.” Should there not be six families wanting to participate and receive the free vegetables grown in their community garden, then FFA members will tend those plots with the proceeds going to the local food bank in one way or another. “Since our food bank only

gives out food once a month, this is not really an ideal situation for us as far as giving out the fresh produce to the needy,” Burrow said. “So what we will probably do is sell the produce and the money will be donated to the food pantry. No matter what, we are not going to get any of the money off of this – all the money raised will go directly back to the food banks.” Burrow hopes there are families in the community who want to be a part of this project. “Along with our ultimate goal of helping to feed people, this is also an educational process,” Burrow said. “We would like the families to get involved in the process – not just us do it and give it to them. We’re hoping they would want to work with us.” Anyone interested in participating in the community garden can get more information by contacting Burrow at the high school at 217-368-2219.

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Time for the spring thin-down Cancer clusters and their meaning "Cancer clusters" is a term scientists use to describe a defined geographic area or group of people over a certain period of time in which or among whom a greater number of cancer cases than expected were found. Such clusters do not seem random, and are therefore examined more closely to determine if they are due to a certain cause or carcinogen. According to the American Cancer Society, a true cancer clus-

By Carmen ensinger Greene Prairie Press A busy and hectic lifestyle is not always conducive to good health. The pounds slip up on one and there never seems to be enough time in the day to devote to proper exercise and eating healthy. But with the coming of spring and the thought of bathing suit season just around the corner, many people, especially women, decide it’s time to get in shape or lose those few extra pounds from the holidays. Many of those people turn to Holly Blumenberg of Eldred for their motivation. Blumenberg is a personal and group trainer certified by ISSA, AFAA, Silver Sneakers, AFAA Senior Longevity, Crossfit and Biggest Loser Pro. In addition to having a fitness facility at her home, she also conducts fitness classes at Boyd Hospital in Carrollton. Diet supplements for rapid weight loss have become the rave, but Blumenberg eschews from this line of weight loss. “I do not sell diet supplements, pills, meal replacements or other ‘get skinny quick’ gimmicks,” she said. “I do, however, use a protein drink two or three times per week and can recommend quality products to my clients if this is the path they want to take. Instead, Blumenberg recommends a healthy diet of the macro nutrients – protein, carbohydrates. She advises her clients to limit all processed foods, wheat products and food and drinks containing sugar. “We need to concentrate on getting our calories from meat, eggs, vegetables and fruit,” Blumenberg said. “Try to eat foods as close to their natural state as possible and make your carbohydrates ‘good’ carbs which come from vegetable sources other than corn and potatoes.” Blumenberg opts for a training method which contains a variety of activities from cardio conditioning, bodyweight exercises to traditional weight lifting. Her routines are anything but routine. “My classes are always different to keep people interested and motivated,” she said. “Some might consider my class too hard but that is a relative term and everything can be scaled to meet any fitness level. You never know what you can do if you limit yourself to comfortable exercise routines and never get out of your comfort zone.” While the majority of her clients are women, there have been occasions when one of the male persuasion has joined in on the sessions. “The way we train is the same no matter if you are male or female,” Blumenberg said. “Our bodies all work the same with the only difference being in muscle mass and the amount of weight we can use when doing exercises which require dumb bells or bar bells.” Women do not have to limit themselves to the stereotypical

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expected numbers of a more common type of cancer. Researchers also define a cluster as a type of cancer that is not usually found in a certain group of people, such as children getting a type of cancer that is usually seen in adults. When the excess cases of cancer are many different types of cancer, it's unlikely to be considered a cluster and is even less likely to be caused by a single environmental factor or exposure.

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exercise routines for their gender. “Many women fail themselves when they believe that they can’t train like a man,” Blumenberg said. “You won’t build huge muscles – you will only lose body fat and gain enough muscle tissues to look shapely. Most of the unnatural looking bodybuilders are on performance enhancing substances of some sort.” For the last year, Blumenberg has concentrated on group training with two classes on Monday and Thursday at 5 and 6 p.m. and Saturday at 8 a.m. at what she calls My Garage Gym/Biggest Loser Live Trianing, which, of course, is held at her garage gym. She also conducts a Fitness For All Ages class at Boyd Hospital on Monday morning at 9 a.m. and on Tuesday has a Dumb Bell H.I.I.T class, also at Boyd. Clients have the option to attend as many classes as they desire in any given period of time but she said most choose to work out two or three times per week. “Over the course of an average week I usually see about 30-50 people at My Garage Gym and another 30 or so at Boyd,” Blumenberg said. “Some people come for a few workouts and some stay for weeks, months or even years. The groups are constantly evolving.” It was after her retirement from the Illinois Department of Corrections as a parole officer and

her inability to find a suitable program that Blumenberg struck out on her own. “I attempted to integrate myself into an established facility, but was met with such resistance that that I was forced to take matters into my own hands,” she said. “Sometimes when the world seems, with hard work you can make good things happen. “ She said she stays up on the latest and most popular training methods and offers the most valid information and effective training she can while keeping the cost reasonable. She is also the author of diet, food and fitness articles for Muscle and Strength on-line magazine and has been featured in Body Building on-line magazine. Blumenberg said most people who attend for at least four weeks say that the workouts become addicting – in a good way. “The very best part of My Garage Gym/Biggest Loser Live Training has been helping people to realize their fitness potential, gain self esteem and become happier and healthier individuals,” she said. “I plan to continue this endeavor as long as I am able to do it effectively and with integrity. I have been rewarded many times over by the smiles, thanks and laughter of all who have attended my fitness classes. It seems everyone is in a good mood after a class, no matter how they felt when they arrived.”

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Jersey Community High School students show off why they're tobacco-free during the Panthers' boys basketball game Friday, Feb. 28, at JCHS. Kick Butts Day — an annual day of activism encouraging youth to educate their peers on the dangers of tobacco — is Wednesday, March 19. Sophomores from the school's health classes are preparing a presentation titled "They put WHAT in a cigarette?!"

By SAM ELLIOTT Greene Prairie Press Sophomores at Jersey Community High School are kicking butts — and encouraging their schoolmates to do so, too. Kick Butts Day — an annual nationwide day of activism encouraging youth across America to speak out against tobacco use and educate their peers on its effects — is Wednesday, March 19, and is a product of the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids. It’s in its 19th year, but this is the first time JCHS and the Jersey County Heath Department have gotten involved. “This is the first year that I’ve really done something with it,” JCHD nurse Christine Smith said. “We started talking about it in January and really started working on it in February.”

Smith regularly visits the sophomore health classes taught by Scott Burney at the high school and has roughly 125 students involved in Kick Butts Day’s inaugural year in Jersey County. “It’s just promoting being a tobacco-free community, especially at the school,” Burney said. “It’s new, updated information and it’s a nationwide push, so the kids are going to hear it from other places other than just the normal outlets.” The local push for Kick Butts Day began Friday, Feb. 28, during the final home game of the Panthers’ boys basketball season. A giant cigarette lined the walls just outside the JCHS gymnasium to showcase their ingredients and attendees were encouraged to share why they’re tobacco-free. “We had papers that said ‘I’m

tobacco free because…’ on one side and we asked each person that came in if they’d fill one out,” Smith said. “On the back it had some more information about Kick Butts Day and some other statistics as well.” The sophomores are planning a presentation titled “They put WHAT in a cigarette?!” to take place during lunch hours in the JCHS cafeteria March 19. “We’ll have the presentation board they’re developing and their posters and pamphlets and the kids can educate their peers,” Smith said. “I think more people have a different reaction when things like this are coming from youth. I’m hoping the public sees how much the youth are trying to get involved in all this.” For more information on Kick Butts Day, visit www.

How to go green at the grocery store While adopting an eco-friendly lifestyle might seem like a major commitment, many people find such an endeavor is far easier than they initially expected, as some relatively minor modifications here or there can make a substantial impact on the environment. One of the easiest ways to go green is to make more eco-friendly choices at the grocery store. Shopping for and preparing meals can be done in an eco-friendly way, and men and women will be happy to know they're not only making changes that benefit the planet but their personal health as well. Here are some ideas for going green at the grocery store that do not require a big commitment. n Begin in the produce aisle. When shopping for produce, stock up on plenty of organic fruits and vegetables, which are now readily available at many grocery stores. Stick to organic for the "dirty dozen" foods, those which are the most likely to have high levels of residual pesticides and herbicides. Even produce that is not labeled "organic" may be organic. To

determine if it is, look at the sticker codes on the fruits and vegetables. A four-digit code means it was conventionally grown, while five-digit codes starting with an eight indicate

genetically modified food. A five-digit code starting with nine indicates the item is organic. While shopping, ask the produce

manager if the store sells locally grown produce, and purchase only those products when they are available. n Buy only what you need. Shoppers are often tempted to go from aisle to aisle, buying items they both need and don't need. Caving in to such temptation can be wasteful unless items purchased have long shelf lives. Before visiting the store, make a shopping list and stick with it. Not only will you save money, but you will avoid throwing out spoiled foods as well. n Shop only the perimeter of the store. Many stores stock dietary staples along the outer edges of the store. The interior bulk of the store contains packaged, processed foods that are not as eco-friendly. n Bring reusable tote bags. Even though many plastic shopping bags are made from recycled materials, many of these bags end up in the trash after use. Reusable cloth bags are more eco-friendly. Just be sure to wash them frequently so you clean them of any bacteria that may accumulate over time.

Simple ways to stop overeating Many people strive to adopt healthier lifestyles. A lifestyle that includes routine exercise and a healthy diet can vastly improve quality of life and reduce a person's risk for various ailments. Though many people find exercise gets easier the more they do it, that's not always the case when altering their diet. Adapting to a healthy diet and smaller portions is a challenge, and many people find themselves overeating as a result. Regardless of why a person overeats, it's important that people looking to adopt healthier lifestyles avoid consuming more food than their body needs. The following are a few simple ways men and women can curtail their eating habits so they aren't going overboard at mealtime. n Stay hydrated. Some people overeat because they mistake the

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present themselves within five hours of eating a balanced meal. Ignoring these symptoms because you don't feel as though five hours is a sufficient interval between meals is a mistake. The longer you ignore hunger, the less likely you are to make healthy choices, including eating healthy portions, when you do eat. Even a lowcalorie, healthy snack like Greek yogurt or a piece of fruit four to five hours after a meal can sate your appetite and prevent you from overeating when you sit down for your next meal. Overeating is a hurdle many people must clear as they attempt to adopt healthier lifestyles. But a few simple tricks makes it easy to avoid overeating without fighting constant feelings of hunger.

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Barrow Baptist Church news Hello from Barrow Baptist Church and church family. Our pastor is Bro. Gerald Day and our service times are 9:30 a.m. Sunday school, 10:30 a.m. morning worship with nursery service available. Everyone is invited to either or both services. On Sunday, March 9, we had 32 attending Sunday school and 36 attending morning worship. Remember our men and women in

uniform and the leaders of our nation in your prayers. Others to remember include Keith Forrester, Lucille Seely, Maureen Martin, Audrey Prather, Brenda Early, David Stendeback, Connie Sturgeon, Blaze Farris, Juanita Muntz, Cindy Wells Schaffer, Amber Gourley, John Layne, Carter Adams, Reba Hester, Merle Howard, Genise Hatcher, Travis Davis, Larry Minor and Michael Ryan.

Walkerville Baptist Church Don’t forget our upcoming revival starting Sunday, March 16th through Friday, March 21 at 7:30 p.m. nightly. Bro. Frank Whitney from Holts Summit, Mo. will be the speaker. Rob Brogdon from Nortonville will be our song leader. That’s all for this week. Have a good week and be a friend to someone in need.

Greenfield First Baptist Church news The service on March 9, 2014 started with announcements, a time of worship, and the invocation. Pastor John led the congregation during a time of prayer. Please pray for the family of Bob Pembrook and Marty Albrecht; continue to pray for the long term prayer list: AWANA, Louis Baldes, Bonnie Ballard, Janet Barren, Dan Bauer, Kobe Brannan, Shannon Burch, Marvin Cline, Jean Coats, Becky Cochran, Roland Custer, Debbie Dirksmeyer, Brenda Early, JoAnn Ford, Matt Harpole, Bob Harr, Rex Harr, Margaret Henson, Ralph Henson, Gary Jacobs, Mary Jennings, Jeff Johnson, John Kittselman, Patty Knittel, Rae Lomelino, Lindell Mesey, Caroline Moran, Roger Moss, Tim Moulton, Teresa Newell, Logan Nobis and his mother, Aspyn Pate, W.D. Pembrook, Bob Plogger, Hadley Ruyle, Joy Settles, Luke and Sokha Smith, David Stendebach, Shirley Suttles, Betty Thein, Bobbi Jo Waters, Kloe Wilkinson; and our shut-ins:

Maxine Booth, Mary Borcky, Pearl Burnett, Mable Cole, Dorothy Converse, Eileen Scott, and Jolleen Scott. During our time of Revival, Tim Sadler brought the message entitled “Prayer” from 2 Chronicles 7:12-15. He started off with some shocking statistics – 90% of us believe in Prayer; 60% pray every day; but most of us pray for ourselves rather than to increase God’s kingdom. Some of us pray once a week; some 3-7 minutes a day. That would be roughly 60 seconds 3 times a day at meal time, 1-2 minutes in the morning and 1-2 minutes before we go to bed. Not much time spent in prayer is it? But guess how much time we spend watching TV everyday – 2.8 hours a day….. Why don’t we pray more? Don’t know what to pray for? How about praying every day for your children, their safety, and their salvation? What about our marriages, abortion, human trafficking, war and peace? TPrioritize prayer in our lives; all the

ministering we do, we do for nothing if we do not pray first and ask God’s blessing. Matthew 6:33: seek God’s face. Some people go to church for the benefits. What can we get from God? God is the greatest thing this world has to offer – He is the Treasure. On Sunday morning, we should erupt into worship for what our Savior did for us. class to the chapel to hear the preachiWe need to begin to pray for the salvation of our children daily; pray that our marriage will reflect the gospel of Christ; we need to grow with our spouse in the ways of the Lord and teach our children the same; pray the church will lay aside selfish ambition. Our day should begin with prayer, continue in prayer and end in prayer. The devil is out there and he is looking for lost sheep to devour. Let’s get on our knees. Let’s open the word of God and let it minister to our hearts and minds. Pray for your family, your church and your Pastor.

Calvary Baptist Church March 9. Bro. Brad welcomed everyone and made the announcements. Lord’s Supper tonight; Bible Study Tuesday at 7 p.m.; March 19 - Business meeting at 7 p.m.; March 30 - potluck after morning worship. Birthdays: Mary Lawson, Erma Knapp and John VanMeter. Sunday school report by Sis Mary. Baby Bottles are due today. Thank you by Sis Donna for the church sending her to the pastor wives retreat. Children went downstairs for church with Molly and Baxy as leaders. Message by Bro. Baxter . Ezekiel 38: 1 - Ezekiel was prophesying against Gog, the land of Magog, the chief prince of Mesheck and Tubal. The Lord said, “I am against thee o

Gog. I will turn thee back and put hooks into thy jaws, I will bring thee forth with thine army, horse and horsemen, all of them with armor, with bucklers and shields and all of them handling swords. You will come up against Israel, but they shall dwell safely. In that day, my people (Israel) dwelleth safely, shalt thou not know it.” This is speaking of events happening and are to happen. These things are warnings to us. God will take care of his chosen people Israel. Our country is turning away from the truths of God. There will come a reckoning time.. We serve a loving God who will take care of his people. Sunday evening service opened with prayer. We sang a hymn. Bro.

Baxter explained about the Lord’s Supper. We partake of the bread in remembrance of his body. We partake of the cup (fruit of the vine) in remembrance of the blood he shed on the cross for our sins. We left the church quietly. Please pray for the lost, the sick, those in nursing homes and hospitals, the bereaved, traveling mercies, our troops and their families, our country and our leaders, and one another. Times of services: Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday morning worship, 10:30 a.m.; Sunday evening service, 6 p.m.; Tuesday evening Bible Study, 6 p.m.; and Wednesday evening Prayer and Bible study, 6 p.m.

Eldred Baptist Church news Don Carpenter – Interim Pastor As reported by Mary Eustace Our church services for today March 9th was filled with sunshine and the promise of warmer weather to come. Sunshine and smiles sure go together! This was Communion Sunday for our congregation. The importance of receiving the body & blood of Jesus as a christian is unmeasurable. Jesus is the Bread of Life. The sermon brought to us by Pastor Don is in John 7. He has titled this message “Who Dares to Stand in Opposition?” Pastor Don broke this message into three parts. 1 -The Jewish Leaders 2- The crowds & 3 – The residents. Jesus goes to the Feast of the Tabermacies and teaches. The Jewish leaders inquire to each other, how is it that this man has learning? There are two types of Jews in Jerusalem / rich & educated. The other is poor / farmers & carpenters. You will find the answer to this in John 7: 16-18. Jesus ask the Jewish Leaders why they sought to kill him? Read vs. 20. The crowds were in town for the feast of booths. The crowds opposed him in ignorance. They said He performed a miracle on the Sabbath which was against their laws. The crowds opposed Him out of “Biblical Literacy” which means not knowing the Word of GOD. Can we rightly

claim that we love a God that we don’t know personally? The residents only knew Jesus as the son of Joseph. He was just a carpenter. We know where He comes from – just ordinary. The residents opposed him because they didn’t know GOD. The residents sound a lot like the church today. We are filled with all kinds of opinions about Him but we are also filled with all kinds of people who don’t really know Him. Read vs. 45 – 48. They opposed Him because of their own pride. Pride gets in the way of our relationship with GOD. The “traditions of the elders” were too great a burden for people who earned their living by hard physical work and did not risk opposing Jewish teachings. When you begin a daily walk with our Lord & Savior reading “The Word” the Holy Spirit will fill you with grace to understanding. GOD wants all of our love and He will show us repentance & obedience to His Word brings us safely home in His arms. Please come to our church services to listen to the message of love and Holy Spirit filled ,delivered by our own Carpenter. He has such a passion and a powerful way to teach us. We are very blessed! God has sent Eldred Baptist Church a Pastor who shows us just how loving our GOD really is. Our church serves a Children’s Ministry supper and a lesson on Jesus

each Wednesday evening at 6 pm for all local children. Our church has a dedicated Bible Study Group that meets every Thursday morning at 10 am. Our Sunday services include Sunday School at 9 am for adults and children’s classes and regular services at 10 am. Our services are always open, please come and join us. Sunday, March 23 a Spaghetti Dinner will be held with a auction. This dinner will start after our church services at noon. All proceeds will go to Lake Springfield Baptist Camp to help with maintenance and repairs of the facility, and also to purchase items on their “Wish List” . This is always a fun time. Please try to join us as the cause is a good one for our children attending a summer camp. Our church is also making a new “Church Directory” and we are looking forward to updating all information. Pictures for this directory will be taken the week of March 26– 29, 2014. We will continue the scheduling process at the Spaghetti Dinner. If you need spiritual service or counsel, please don’t hesitate to contact our church. You may reach Pastor Don at (618 ) 751-0007. You may also reach Pastor Don at doncarp@ hotmail.com. Our church is so very blessed to have Don Carpenter and his family to be a very special part of Eldred Baptist Church.

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It was a very nice day. We had a very good group. A good message in Isaiah 4: 50: God is watching you. How glad I am that He watches me. Without Him I could do nothing. The questions were discussed and answered well. This week - Who is the oldest man in the Bible and how old is he? How old is his son? His grandson? How old is his greatgrandson? It’s all in Genesis. It’s good to read your Bible every day, if only a verse. It will help you through the day or night. Another birthday in March is Linda Darr. She is a lady that never gets any older. She looks the same as she did 40 years ago. Happy birthday, Linda. Way to go. Our prayer list is Andy Ross, Grace Ross, Betty Newman, Melanie Mast, Ray and Patty Baldes, Brenda

Hillview Baptist Church news Bro. Jason Holliman, Pastor Alice Ford, reporter Birthdays: Jackson Sharrow and Rick Blakey Announcements: Our Revival will be March 23-28 at 7 p.m. with Don Strodtman bringing the messages. Bro. Jason will be holding a Revival March 31-April 4 at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. On Saturday April 5 Bro. Glen Goble will be in concert at our church. The singing will start at 6:30 p.m. Glen sings Southern Gospel Music and brings a great message in song. Please plan to attend. MESSAGE: I Peter 2: 12-25 God is calling the lost. God said we should show forth Jesus in our lives. We need the Holy Spirit living In us. We will suffer many things as the devil tempts us but we need God’s spirit in us. You can show people Jesus by how you live your life. Be careful of your actions because other people are watching you. You can prove there is a God by how you live your lives. Be faithful, someone is always watching. Hope to see you in church next Sunday.

Early, Mr. Gray, Garner family, Ed Crabtree and Susie Keifer, Robert Lawson. For those that were not with us Sunday, we missed you. Thanks to Judy for leading the song service and thanks to Vera and Bob Sprong for all the extra cleaning. Everything is about ready for the Cemetery Benefit. Thanks to all the ladies for calling in all the pies. We are going to have some very, very good pies. Don’t miss out on any of the day. Tickets are out. Be sure you get one. The price of beef is going up every day, what a good buy if you win the beef. Get your ticket now. The weather is getting better, but it sure doesn’t feel like spring and the grass isn’t green yet. I saw a Robin, but he went back and told the rest not to come. More snow yet

to come. The predictions are snow the last of April. I sure hope that is wrong. Remember, when you stand for nothing, you are apt to fall for anything. Always stand firm in the knowledge of the love of God. To live a good life you need to be a good person. To live a great life, you must serve a great God. Make sure your life is good and great. Call to me and I will answer you and show you great and mighty things, which you do not know. Jeremiah 33: 3. Never forget that God knows you, loves you and recognizes you, even without a name tag. We know you at Walkerville and we love you all just as Jesus loves you. Come and enjoy the fellowship we have a Walkersville. See you in church Sunday.

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Hawks Regional Champs in Scholastic Bowl Carrollton won the Scholastic Bowl Regional title for the second year in a row Monday night. Led by strong performances from Connor Goetten, Ben Baumgartner, and Will Davis, the team defeated Pleasant Hill and Griggsville Perry in the first two rounds, then bested Sectional #5 Carlinville 170-70 in the regional final. The 52-20 Hawks are the #4 team in the section, and will take on regional winners Litchfield, Southwestern, and Breese Mater Dei (Sectionals #1-3 respectively) in the Sectional Saturday at 10:00 am at Carlinville High School. Front row, left to right: Ashley Fessler, Connor Goetten, Ben Baumgartner, Brittney Lehr and Dalton Sharrow. Back row: Chase McAdams, Jonce Scheffel, Luke Tepen and Will Davis.

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Greene County Head Start recently celebrated its 100th day of school. The children enjoyed special activities in the classroom to celebrate. Front row left to right: Karter Coy, Ayvalynn Benkowski, Madison Oliver and Bently Maxon. Middle row: Cicilee Crum, Mason Newingham, Ryan Howard, Matalie Michaels, Bobby Richardson, Noah Baumgartner. Back row: Peyton Campbell, Chesney Long, Marie McFarlane, Natalie Evans, Aubreyanna Estler. Absent: Cole McEvers, Robert Castleberry.

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Greenfield menu Breakfast Monday, March 17: Chocolate chip waffle or cereal, toast, juice, milk. Tuesday, March 18: Yogurt or cereal, toast, juice, milk Wednesday, March 19: Mini sausage biscuits or cereal, toast, juice, milk. Thursday, March 20: English muffin or cereal, toast, juice, milk. Friday, March 21: Blueberry muffin or cereal, toast, juice, milk. Lunch Monday, March 17: Cheeseburger on bun, potato chips, peas, mixed fruit, milk. Tuesday, March 18: Chicken rice soup, crackers, PB sandwich, string cheese, pineapple, milk. Wednesday, March 19: Corn dog, baked beans, pears, teddy grahams, milk. Thursday, March 20: Meat loaf, bread, green beans, applesauce, cookies, milk. Friday, March 21: Toasted cheese ravioli, marinara sauce, corn, peaches, ice cream, milk.

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North Greene High School’s Illinois State Scholars Two North Greene High School students have been recognized as “2013 Illinois State Scholars.” These students are Logan Early and Codi Lakin. Logan is the son of Jay and Brenda Early of Roodhouse. He is a senior and plans to attend Blackburn College, and major in biology and pursue a career in medicine. Codi Lakin is the son of Peggy and Ned Crabtree of Hillview. Logan is a senior and plans to attend Iowa State University and major in engineering. The Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) recognizes more than 19,300 students from

across the state as this year’s Illinois State Scholars. This year’s honorees join the ranks of thousands of top Illinois students honored since the prestigious designation was first made in 1958. Illinois State Scholars rank in approximately the top ten percent of the state’s high school seniors, this year representing 675 high schools from across Illinois. Selection is based on SAT, ACT, and/or Prairie State Achievement Exam scores, and/or on class rank at the end of the junior year. High school guidance counselors work with ISAC to determine the winners

College Notes Jerri Howard of Carrollton and Megan Turner of Kane have received the President’s Citation at Missouri Baptist University for the fall 2013 semester. Katelyn Dougherty of Kane has recently graduated from Hickey College with a Veterinary Technician Associate Degree. Elizabeth Kesinger and Brianna Werner of Carrollton have been named to the University of Illinois Springfield’s fall 2013 semester Dean’s List.

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Greenfield to hold free pre-kindergarten screening Greenfield School District #10 in cooperation with the Greene County Health Department and the Four Rivers Special Education District is sponsoring free vision, hearing and developmental screenings for all children 2 1/2 to 4 years of age who reside in the district. The screenings will take place at the Greenfield United Methodist Church on Thurs, March 20 and Friday, March 21. Call the Greenfield Elementary School at 368-2551 to schedule an appointment. This screening, along with parent information, determines eligibility for the district pre-kindergarten program. Please complete the registration forms if you are unable to attend the screening with your child. These forms may be obtained from the school.

Food Sanitation Manager Class Refresher Class in April On Saturday, April 5 and Saturday, April 12, a 15-Hour Food Sanitation Manager course will be held at the Greene county Health Department from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 310 Fifth Street, Carrollton. An exam will follow the second class. Cost for class supplies is $95. Pre-registration is required. Need to renew your Food Sanitation Manager certificate? State rules are changing. If your certificate expires in October 2014 or before, you will be allowed to take a Refresher course as before - with prior registration. If your certificate expires in November 2014 or after, you must wait for the new rules to come out later this years. Do not let your certificate expire. A Refresher class will be offered at the Greene County Health Department on Saturday, March 22 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Refresher classes will also be offered in conjunction with the 15-Hour Food Sanitation Manager courses on Saturday, April 5 and Saturday, April 12, Saturday, May 31 and Saturday, June 7. No exam is required. Cost for class supplies is $40. Pre-registration is required. If there is a need, another class may be scheduled before July 1. Call the Greene County Health Department at 217-942-6961 to pre-register for any class or for future class details.

Spaghetti Supper Fundraiser April 1 Thomas H. Boyd Memorial Foundation will host a Spaghetti Supper to benefit Gas Cards for Cancer (Greene and Calhoun Counties) on April 1, from 4-7 p.m. at Boyd Memorial Hospital for a free-will donation. There will be tours of the hospital throughout the evening, basket raffles to benefit the Employee Action Team. The main event of the evening will be a raffle drawing for $9000 (increments of $100, $250, $500, $1000, $5,000). Raffle tickets will be available at the door or in advance from any hospital employee. If you would like to donate a basket or other items for the event, please contact Sarah Schmidt at 217-9426946 or sschmidt@boydhcs.org.

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Thomas H. Boyd Memorial Foundation April Fool’s Drawing Looking for some extra money in the Spring? Thomas H. Boyd Memorial Foundation is hosting an April Fool’s Day Raffle! Tickets can be purchased from any Hospital Employee or Board (Foundation and Hospital) Member for $50 each or three for $100.

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GREENFIELD Sunday, March 16: 7 p.m. Farm Hands Bluegrass Quartet at Charity Baptist Church.

Saturday, March 22: 2 p.m. CHS Class of 1965 planning meeting for “50” year class reunion at Goetten’s Oasis. Please attend with good ideas.

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ELDRED Saturday, March 15: Party in Pink’s 2nd Annual St. Patrick’s Day 5K and ShamWalk starting at the Eldred American Legion at 9:30 a.m. Door prizes, runner prizes, t-shirt, food, treat bags, a leprechaun and lots of fun! Proceeds to Relay For Life team-Party in Pink. All ages and strollers welcome. Call 217248-5715 or 217-942-3154. Please register before March 7

Sunday, March 30: 1 p.m. 2nd Annual Alumni Basketball Game at Greenfield High School gym. Costs: $10 to play/ $5 for 3-point contest. Proceeds to GHS After Prom party. Mondays and Wednesdays: 6-9 p.m. Greenfield High School Fitness Center will be open to the public. Please use back door of the high school. No charge to anyone living in Greenfield School District. A signed release form is required on first visit. BARROW March 16-21: 7:30 p.m. Barrow Baptist Church Revival . WHITE HALL March 17 & 18: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Pre-Kindergarten Developmental Screening at Christ United Methodist Church. Conducted by Four Rivers for children at least 2 1/2 years old who live within the North Greene School District. Call 217-589-5844 for an appointment. CARROLLTON Fridays, March 14, 21, 28, April 4, 11, 18: Knights of Columbus Lenten Fish Fry at KC Hall. Serving from 4:30 to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, March 13: Super

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100 AUtO FOR SALE 2002 Chevy Silverado LS Ext. Cab. Duramax Diesel, Allison Transmission, Pirelli Tires, Black, Runs Excellent. $9,950. 217-577-4900. 3.12 1986 dOdgE Ram, 1/2 ton, short be pickup, 2 wheel drive, V-8 automatic, daily driver, $1,500 negotiable. 217-285-5116. 3.12 2007 tRAiLbLAzER SS heated leather seats. 20" chrome rims, rear air suspension, tinted windows, 6 disc Bose stereo, 73K miles. $16,500. 618-5351239. 3.12

200 bUSiNESS tHE tRAdiNg POSt 501 E. Prairie St., Jerseyville, IL. Open Monday Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Over 7,000 sq. ft. of clean furniture, appliances, sporting goods and tools. Plus 2000 smalls @ $2.00 or less! We buy full or partial estates/households of GOOD, CLEAN furniture and appliances. Why buy new when "slightly used" will do? For more information, call: 618-639-4569.

2 bR HOUSE for rent No smoking No pets. Security deposit required. 217-2854502. TF 1 ANd 2 BR apartments available. No smoking. No pets. Security deposit required. 217-285-4502 TF OFFicE SPAcE Prime location. Ample parking. West Washington St., Pittsfield. Call 217-285-2848 or 217285-5925. 3.19 NEwLy REmOdELEd office space on the square in Pittsfield. For more information, call 217-473-8811. TF

3 bR HOUSE Newly remodeled. Call 217-285-4674 and leave message or 217-4910088. 3.12 FOR RENt: 2 BDR bungalow, newly remodeled, Pleasant Hill. References required. Send inquiries to: General delivery\Rental. Pleasant Hill, IL 62366. TF

400E FOR RENt Scott county FOR RENt storage building Winchester. all 618-4981234. Ask for Jane. TF

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cOLmAN'S cOUNtRy cAmPERS 2013's on sale. Big discounts. Sales, service, parts, propane. #2 Fun St. Hartford, IL 62048. 618254-1180. www.colmanscampers.com. TFN 2012 mObiLE HOmE StimULUS PAckAgE: up to $25,000 for your trade in. Discounts for land owners. Financing available. Prequalify by phone 314-5627459. tf

500 FOR SALE gOOdyEAR t125/70d15 95M Temp. spare for 1998 Buick. Never used. $20. 217-285-4975. TF dON't PAy high heating bills eliminate them with an outdoor wood furnace from Central Boiler Call Today. 217-236-3022.TF

SELLbESt, 110 W. Quincy St., Griggsville: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Quality Used Furniture & AppliancesWashers, Dryers, Freezers, Fridges, Microwave, Electric Stoves, Twin, Full, Queen Beds, New Mattress Sets, Bedroom Furniture, Tables & Chairs, Upholstered Furniture, Tools, T.V.s, Stereos. Everything for the home and you! Call 217-2422252.TF

SHEPPARd ELEctRONicS 1402 Lakeview Heights, Pittsfield, IL. 217285-2893. Cell: 217-2481188. LG TV sales and service. 3D and smart TVs, Blu Ray DVD players,32-55" TVs. Metal detectors, new & used, very good prices, Whites and Garrets. New and used CB's & antennas, Uniden Police scanners also for sale. FREE DVD OR SOUNDBAR WITH EACH TV ABOVE 32". tf

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bEd qUEEN Pillowtop mattress set. New in the plastic. $175. Can deliver. (618)7722710. 5.7.14

6-8 cAttLE pipe gates. 6-66 1/2 steels posts for sale. 217734-1811. TF

timE cLOckS, Acroprint 125 $100 and Acroprint 150 $125. Call Jane at 618498-1234. TFN

HEAvy FOR SALE 573-4700536. 3.19

400 FOR RENt FOR RENt Madison County Storage Barn. New, clean, dry with electricity, overhead lighting, partial concrete floor, 2 over-head doors, built in shelving, 1554 total sq. ft $400 a month + $400 deposit required prior to moving in. Located 1 mile from I-255. Contact Jason 618-9771062. 3.12

400A FOR RENt calhoun county APARtmENt FOR rent. Call Matt 618-576-2766 or 618576-2449. TFCNH cOmmERciAL bUiLdiNg for rent. Hardin, IL. Call (618)498-1234 and ask for Business Department. TF

400b FOR RENt Jersey county FOR RENt: for rent 2 bedroom apartment. Living room. Dining room. Full bath. NO pets. No smokers. Heat & A/C included. $450 per month. Deposit & references required. Stop in Homes of America Realty for application. 201 S. State, Jerseyville. 618-498-6846. 3.12

600 HELP wANtEd PARt-timE, EvENiNg, resident assistant position opening at Griggsville Estates, 201 S. Oak St. Apply in person. 3.19 PARt-timE cOOk Apply to West Pine Retirement Village. 508 West Pine, Jerseyville Monday through Friday, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. TFN

dRivERS O/O: $4000 sign on! Join For Transfer - get an extra grand a month for first 4 mos! Available to first 50 qualified, O/O's who lease with Fort! 100% FS & excellent pay! CDL-A 1 yr. exp. w/ tank end. 855-2905752. 3.12 i N d E P E N d E N t cONtRActORS needed to perform work on foreclosed properties. Lawn maintenance and more. Call 217-632-0153 or contact us at service@illinoispropertypreservation.com. 3.12

615 HUNtiNg dEER HUNtiNg - Northern Pike County, IL for lease is about 150 exquisite acres of forest, CRP, creeks and ponds om landlord. $50 minimum per acre. Walk-in hunting only. No outfitters. Prefer small family group for A/SG full season. Local references necessary. Serious inquiries only. 217336-2191. 3.19 SEARcHiNg FOR prime farmland to lease for deer and/or turkey hunting rights. Any size acreage considered. We are not an outfitter and only leasing for our own personal use. Ref. available. 937-2140460. 3.26.14 LOcAL HUNtER looking to lease hunting ground. Short term/long term. 217-8294008. 2.27.15 dEER HUNtERS: Rent Pittsfield country home away from home. 3 BR, sleeps 6+, fully furnished, move-in ready. 573-549-2530. Cell: 636-358-6994. TF LOcAL HUNtER looking to lease a farm in Pike County or Northern Calhoun County 217-4910181. TF

800 miScELLANEOUS FREE FRidgE and freezer recycling. In-home collection. $35 incentive. Working units only. Schedule now through IMEA;s Recycle My Fridge program. 1-877341-2313. 3.12 i NEEd 5-10 people with allergies, asthma, mold, mildew, smoke or pet odors to evalute a proven state-of-the-art technology in your home. Call Ralph 618-610-4820. 3.26

900A NO tRESPASSiNg calhoun county AbSOLUtELy NO tRESPASSiNg on the property of Lloyd and Debbie DeSherlia in Batchtown. Violators will be prosecuted. 8.7.14

1100c REAL EStAtE Jersey county 3 bR, 1 Bath, 2 1/2 car garage. Remodeled with large laundry room. Appliances neg. 404 Kenwood. $85,00. May entertain renting 700 per. 618-535-1239. 3.12

1100d REAL EStAtE Pike county LARgE, NEw beautiful home near Summer Hill for sale with 19 1/2, acres, a finished basement, pond, in-ground pool, attached and detached garage with living quarters in the back of it, pull barn and much, much more. Please call 217-473-8811 for more information. tf HOUSE FOR SALE: 4 Excellent starter home for a single person or a couple in a small rural community with excellent neighbors. 918 square feet cozy home is situated on a large lot. If interested, please call 1-217-242-7262. tf

1100E REAL EStAtE Scott county 2 bEdROOm 1 bath house for sale at 40 Cottonwood Drive in Alsey. Has new furnace, hot water heater, roof and guttering, driveway and patio. $24,000. 309-338-5612. 3.12

1200 SERvicES cONcEALEd cARRy training courses being held in Greene County. Call Jason at 618-567-5650. 4.2

1400 wORk wANtEd wORk wANtEd Odd jobs, cleanup, lawn care, carpentry, painting, sweet gumball cleanup. 217-4915872. TF

100 Automotive * 200 Business* 210 Church Services 220 Collectibles* 300 Farm Market* 400 For Rent* A: Calhoun County B: Greene County C: Jersey County D: Pike County E: Scott County F: Miscellaneous • 500 For Sale* • 600 Help Wanted*

NO tRESPASSiNg On Jack and Mary Jeaen Aderton properety in Hardin. 5.1.14 NO tRESPASSiNg no hunting on property owned by Martha Knight (also known as Marty Aderton), Lincoln Valley Road, Hardin. 11.11.14

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900c NO tRESPASSiNg Jersey county PRivAtE PROPERty No hunting or trespassing on any property owned by Gary Rothe, Teri Rothe Kirbach and Debra Rothe in Jerseyville, Illinois in Jersey County. Violaters will be prosecuted. 12.19.14

900d NO tRESPASSiNg Pike county NO tRESPASSiNg on any and all land owned by Double Creek Farms, Inc. TF

1100A REAL EStAtE calhoun county mULti-UNit RENtAL property. Great income producing property. Priced to sell! Call Chris at the Bank of Calhoun. 618-5762211. TF

vARiEty wOmEN'S and men's clothing, all season, petite to XL, purses, vases, shells, rocks, George Foreman grill, fishnet, headboard for full size bed, king size box spring like new, misc. items, 331 S. Madison (2 blocks south of Dari Ripple, turn on W. Crane St., Pittsfield. Thursdays thru Saturdays, 10-4:30. 3.26

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B: Greene County C: Jersey County D: Pike County E: Scott County 1200 Services* 1300 Wanted* 1310 Web Sites* 1400 Work Wanted 1500 Yard Sales A: Calhoun County B: Greene County C: Jersey County D: Pike County E: Scott County

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c R A F t / yA R d / F L E A mARkEt Free admission Saturday, March 15, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. American Legion Post 370, 420 Kelly Lane, Louisiana, MO. Over 50 tables of merchandise. 3.12

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• 610 Hobby Shop/Handicrafts* • 620 Kids For Hire • 700 Lost/Found • 710 Meeting Reminders • 800 Miscellaneous* • 900 No Trespassing A: Calhoun County B: Greene County C: Jersey County D: Pike County E: Scott County • 1000 Pets* • 1100 Real Estate* A: Calhoun County

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36 HAMBURG ROAD MICHAEL, IL 62065 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on September 13, 2013, CALHOUN COUNTY SHERIFF in CALHOUN County, Illinois, will on April 7, 2014, in CALHOUN COUNTY COURTHOUSE, HARDIN, IL 62047, at 1:30PM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of CALHOUN, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 07-06-27-401-403 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 36 HAMBURG ROAD MICHAEL, IL 62065 Description of Improvements: SINGLE FAMILY FRAME WITH BRICK,UTILITIES ON,NOT FOR SALE, NO GARAGE The Judgment amount was $83,133.33. Sale Terms:

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THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR BEAR STEARNS ASSET BACKED SECURITIES TRUST 2006-SD1 PLAINTIFF,

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 8TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT CALHOUN, COUNTY HARDIN, ILLINOIS

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This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”. The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce. com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1307615 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I590944 2.26.14, 2.5, 3.12

3- Win. 21’s, 12 & 20ga.; Parker VH 28ga; German Drilling & Stalking Rifles; 8- Pre 64 Win. 70’s; Win. 86 & 73 Rifles; Browning BLR Rifles; Remington & Ruger Sporting Rifles; Sharps .50-70; Win. 94 Deluxe; Win. 92’s; Marlin & Savage Levers; M1A; M1 Garands & Carbines; AR’s & AK’s; Mausers; Win. 61, .22 WRF, Oct.; Win. 61, .22 mag., NIB; Win. 76 SRC .45-60; Civil War Carbine; Stevens & Schuetzen Target rifles; Wickliffe 76’s; U.S. Trainers; Glocks; Pre 98 Rifles & Hand Guns; Ammo; Reloading; Knives; Safes; Swords; Military; Scopes; MORE! PARTIAL LISTING – 800+ GUNS TO CHOOSE FROM! See Complete Sale Bill & Photos at www.bauerauction.com Part 2 of the John Hawkins Estate & Consignors Ron Baker, FFL (217) 273-5056

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THURS., APRIL 3 AT 1:00 P.M.

SALE HELD AT THE STONEY CREEK INN, 3809 BROADWAY ST., QUINCY, IL

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF GREENE-CARROLLTON, ILLINOIS UNITED COMMUNITY BANK, Plaintiff, vs.

DUSTY HAMPTON, Defendant.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 109 MILL STREET KANE, IL 62054

SELLING IN 3 TRACTS

Land is located in Sections 16 & 22, T2S•R7W, of Burton Township, Adams County, IL. From the east edge of Quincy, IL, at the Jct. of Hwy. 104 & Expressway 336, take Hwy. 104 east approximately 6 miles to Road 1600E, then south 2 miles to Tracts 2 & 3 and continue south 1 mile to Tract 1. Land is generally located approximately 2 miles north of the small village of Adams, IL. Tracts 1 & 2 are nearly 100% tillable and offer productive farmland with Tract 3 offering “awesome” recreational type land with superb whitetail deer and wild turkey hunting. There are also areas of tillable farmland, which would be ideal for food plots.

ALL TRACTS SELL WITH FULL POSSESSION FOR ‘14 FARMING AND HUNTING RIGHTS!

MARGARET V. LIERLY ESTATE

STATE STREET BANK & TRUST CO., EXECUTOR REPRESENTING & CLOSING ATTORNEY: JERRY TIMMERWILKE BLICKHAN, TIMMERWILKE, WOODWORTH & LARSON 226 NORTH SIXTH ST. • QUINCY, IL 62301 • PHONE: (217) 221-4200

ROBERT AND RAMONA HYER

REPRESENTING & CLOSING ATTORNEY: JOHN R. LONGLETT LEWIS, LONGLETT & LANNERD, LLC 435 HAMPSHIRE ST. • QUINCY, IL 62301 • PHONE: (217) 224-1240

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For information contact Plaintiff’s Attorney: Heavner, Scott, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, 111 E. Main St., Decatur, Illinois 62523 (217) 422-1719.

13CH 17

NOTICE OF SALE

220 ACRES±

inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of the above Court entered on January 21, 2014 in the above-entitled cause, the following described real estate, to wit: Permanent Index Number: 04-143-31-200-009 Commonly known as: 109 Mill Street, Kane, IL 62054 will be offered for sale and sold at public vendue on April 22, 2014, at 10:00 a.m., on the first floor, in the main hallway, at the Greene County Courthouse, Carrollton, Illinois.

The purchaser of a condominium unit at a judicial foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, who takes possession of a condominium unit pursuant to a court order or a purchaser who acquires title from a mortgagee shall have the duty to pay the proportionate share, if any, of the common expenses for the unit which would have become due in the absence of any assessment acceleration during the 6 months immediately preceding institution of an action to enforce the collection of assessments, and which remain unpaid by the owner during whose possession the assessments accrued. If the outstanding assessments are paid at any time during any action to enforce the collection of assessments, the purchaser shall have no obligation to pay any assessments which accrued before he or she acquired title. If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5 (g)(l).

The judgment amount is $56,330.25 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: The bid amount, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, shall be paid in certified funds immediately by the highest and best bidder at the conclusion of the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to the Plaintiff. The Sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (c) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW Note: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act you are advised that the Law Firm of Heavner, Scott, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. James A. Coale Attorney for Heavner, Scott, Beyers, & Mihlar, LLC I593348 3.12.14, 3.19, 3.26

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0 Sinclair Drive, Jerseyville 130 x 200 Lot, 3014076 $136,500. Karen Bertman 618-535-6044.

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Installation of a pool may require the removal of trees. Larger trees are best removed by a professional.

isn't enough room to safely take this approach. Sections of the tree will be cut, roped off and slowly lowered. A climber will scale the tree or use a cherry picker machine to reach the top of the tree to facilitate the process. The pieces of the tree will be loaded into a wood-chipper for grinding before they are hauled away. Larger, heavier portions of the stumps may need to be moved later on with machinery. Hauling trees off the property may cost extra, so it is important that homeowners read their contract thoroughly before signing on the dotted line. Additional costs may be factored into the bill. These can include stumpand-root grinding. Trees will be cut down to the stump. To prevent eyesores or tripping hazards, some homeowners opt to have the stumps ground down into sawdust. This will not remove all of the roots but will take care of most of the above-ground portion of the remaining stump. It is usually up to the homeowner to discard the sawdust or use it as a mulching material. Expect the ground around the former tree to be soft, and there may be a depression depending on how much stump grinding took place. Some people prefer to wait a season for the ground to recover before planting something new. It may take a while for grass to sprout where a tree was once located, and there may be bare spots when grass starts to grow in. Tree removal can be an expensive venture but is necessary for different reasons. Be sure that tree-removal services are fully insured before signing a contract.

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Local musician releases CD to benefit church By CARMEN ENSINGER Greene Prairie Press Greene County is loaded with musical talent and one of those gifted souls has decided to use his God-given ability to benefit the Carrollton Presbyterian Church. Tim Reif, organist at the church, has released a CD called “Thank You Lord!” containing 13 songs. The proceeds from the sale of the $10 CD go to the church to help with restorations. “Over the years, I’ve had several people ask me why I had never recorded a CD,” Reif said. “Last year, I finally decided it was time for me to do something and the result was this 13-track CD.” Reif, who is a 1999 Carrollton High School graduate, realizes his talent is a gift from God. “I decided to produce this CD as a way of sharing my talent and a way to thank the Lord for what he has done for me,” Reif said. “I try to actively remember to thank God for what talent he has given me every time I play, even if it is just at home in my living room.” As it happens, his church was looking for new ways to make money to fund renovations. The sanctuary has been repainted and new pews have been purchased and will be installed soon. New carpeting and a new sound system are the next projects. “I decided that the money from the CDs that I sold could go towards helping to fund these projects,” Reif said. “I could make the CD everyone had been wanting me to make and the money would go to a good cause because I don’t want to take money for something that God has given me.” So, with the help of Chris Ornellas of Central Illinois Communications, who set his recording equipment up in the sanctuary of the First Baptist Church, the CD was recorded in a single Saturday morning. Of the 13 songs included on the CD, only two of them contain vocals – one of which has a very

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Reif, an organist and member of the Carrollton Presbyterian Church released a music cd with proceeds of the sale of the CD to go to the church restoration.

special meaning to Reif. “The last track on this CD is a song that was penned by one of my biggest supporters and loving critics,” Reif said. “’Soldier Rest’ was written as a poem by Sir Walter Scott; however, it was my grandfather, Dr. William D. Lewellen, who put music to it on July 8, 1945, when his brother was killed in World War II. This is a legacy that I wanted to make sure lived on and something I am very proud of.” The CD came out around Thanksgiving last year and has been doing quite well. “First time we ordered 50 copies and they sold out, and then another 50 and they, too, sold out,” Reif said. “We are now on our third set of 50 and I’m hoping to maybe be able to put some of them available for sale in Pharmacy Plus.” Bernie Faul of Greene County

Graphics helped design the jewel inserts, and Reif’s grandmother, Nancy Lewellen, helped by putting the inserts into the cases. “I would like to thank the Lord for my family who has helped me along the way and always been by my side,” Reif said. “I would also like to say thanks to my home church, Eldred Baptist Church, for giving me a start and a chance to bloom and blossom there. They have given me nearly 25 years of encouragement.” Reif is the first one to admit he is not perfect and neither is his first attempt at putting out a CD. “You will find a mistake or two in there, but like it says on the insert – I’m not a professional,” he said. “I don’t consider myself to be at a professional level so you will hear some things that may not be perfect, which I think just adds character. Playing music is just something I truly enjoy.”

IDNR announces 2014 Wingshooting Clinic schedule with 31 clinics The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), in cooperation with a number of local sponsors, will be holding 31 wingshooting clinics at sites geographically distributed throughout Illinois from March through early November this year. Most clinics are conducted on weekends. Wingshooting clinics are held on IDNR sites, but are also held at cooperating gun clubs, hunting preserves, and farms. Youth/Women’s wingshooting clinics are focused on participants learning to safely shoot a shotgun at a moving target with reasonable reliability. Boys and girls typically in the 10-15 age group and women are eligible to participate. Each clinic starts with a morning shotgun safety presentation, followed by a brief, hands-on shotgun orientation session with each group’s wingshooting instructor. After a lunch break, participants spend the afternoon in the field shooting flying clay targets designed for beginning and novice shooters. Not only do the participants learn to safely handle

and shoot a shotgun, but they learn that being skilled at shooting clay targets is a lot of fun. Most youth/women’s wingshooting clinics are provided at no cost to participants. A few have a nominal - typically $10 - registration fee. Shotguns, shotshells, clay targets and normally lunch are provided for participants. Hunter wingshooting clinics are hands-on, and include extensive live fire at a variety of clay target presentations on sporting clays courses specifically-designed for teaching typical hunting situations. From ducks and doves to pheasants, quail and rabbits, hunters will find clay target presentations that resemble their favorite, as well as their most troublesome, shots. Hunter wingshooting clinics consist of two 4-hour wingshooting sessions each day. A short briefing about shotgun safety and handling and on-range safety occurs at the start of each session. The clinics are designed primarily to improve the wingshooting skills of hunters. However, these wingshoot-

ing clinics are not limited only to hunters. Anyone from 16 years of age and older, with beginning to advanced wingshooting skills, who wants to improve their shotgun shooting skills can attend. The fee to participate is either $30 or $35 per participant, depending on the clinic. Clinics are taught by instructors certified by the IDNR. Many clinic instructors also have a National Sporting Clays Association (NSCA) instructor certification. The participant-toinstructor ratio is usually four to one. Participants are grouped with other shooters with similar shooting ability. Follow these instructions to view the 2014 wingshooting schedule and register for a clinic: 1. Access the IDNR Website at http://www.dnr.illinois.gov 2. Access the “Parks/ Recreation” drop down list from the toolbar on the IDNR Home Page 3. Then click on “State Parks” 4. Then scroll down to and click on “Wingshooting Clinics”

Carrollton's Illinois State Scholars

Carrollton School Board honored it's 2014 Illinois State Scholars at the Feb. 25 board meeting by presenting them with certificates for their achievement in being awarded the prestigious honor. Left to right: Zach Tepen, Dalton Sharrow, Connor Goetten, Kyle Kesinger, Colton Miller and Luke Tepen.

Upcoming Career Fair to benefit area students More than 80 area professionals are coming together to offer their career knowledge and advice to area high school students on Wednesday, March 19, at the Eighth annual career fair, “Career Explorations 2014.” The Calhoun-Jersey Youth Advisory Team has pulled together representatives from a diverse cross-section of careers to share information with students from Brussels, Calhoun, Greene, and Jersey counties with the hopes of helping these students choose the right careers. On the morning of March 19, these representatives will be in the main gymnasium at Jersey Community High School to provide opportunities for students to learn about careers and real life. There will also be representatives available for students to receive important

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information regarding prerequisites and financial aid for college. Career areas being represented include agriculture, architecture and construction, arts, audio/visual, communications and marketing, business management and administration, education and training, science technology, engineering and mathematics, finance, health science, hospitality and tourism, human and family services, law, public safety, and security. Military representatives will also answer questions for the students on available college, career and training opportunities through the Air Force, Army, Marines, National Guard, and Navy. Students will have the chance to explore careers they have identified as interesting to them, including some rather unique careers such as naturalist, funeral

director, chef, and park interpreter. Career Exploration 2014 is a way to educate and enlighten high school students about the variety of careers available. It provides students with the resources and personal contacts to help them prepare for their future careers, and brings the members of the community and business leaders together with prospective employees. Professionals will be available to students from 8 to 11 a.m. Students will need to coordinate their attendance with teachers at their schools. Schools attending the fair include Jersey Community High School, Carrollton High School, Calhoun High School and Brussels High School. For more information, contact Carolyn Taviner at The Job Center, 618-498-1778.

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The following police reports were filed between March 3 and March 7. These reports are public information and are obtained from the Greene County Circuit Clerk’s office. All individuals listed have been arrested and charged, or cited in the case of traffic violations. All are innocent until proven guilty. The following individuals have been charged with a felony: Wahl, Nathan R., dob 03-19-80, possess amount of controlled substance. Lamb, Lucas A., dob 10-01-79, communicate with juror. The following individuals have been charged with a misdemeanor: Wade, Cody M., dob 01-27-96, consumption of liquor/minor, resist/peace officer/correction employee/firefighter. Phipps, Brian E., dob 04-15-71, theft/labor/services/property. Hutton, Mary Beth, dob 06-11-79, guardian allows child truancy. Neff, Thomas E., dob 05-06-59, guardian allows child truancy. The following individuals have been charged with a conservation violation: DeLoach, Mike L., dob 12-16-57, no valid hunting license/stamp. Ashurst, Bradley S., dob 10-22-65, no valid hunting license/stamp. Berth, Kurt A., dob 10-23-68, no valid hunting license/stamp.

Tibbs, Bryant S., dob 07-01-64, no valid hunting license/stamp. Miller, Glenn E., dob 03-31-47, no valid hunting license/stamp. Faulkinberry, Leonard M., dob 07-11-60, no valid hunting license/ stamp. Butaud, Steve V., dob 02-18-43, no valid hunting license/stamp, 2 counts. Briggs, Ricky S., dob 08-17-58, no valid hunting license/stamp. Ballard, Terry L., dob 06-17-55, no harvest license for ginseng. The following individuals have been issued a traffic citation: Sorrells, John J., dob 09-03-63, operate uninsured motor vehicle. Marciniak, James A., dob 11-30-88, reckless driving. Osterman, Marty D., dob 12-21-73, driving 11-14 mph above limit. Osterman, Steven T., dob 08-09-94, driving 11-14 mph above limit. Talley, Douglas R., dob 07-03-65, operate uninsured motor vehicle. Scoggins, Chastity C., dob 08-0182, disregard stop sign. Kitzmiller, Fawn M., dob 10-23-84, driving 11-14 mph above limit. Dawber, Matthew A., dob 12-0896, fail to reduce speed. Mohr, Sheryl E., dob 01-21-55, fail obey stop sign. Pritchett, Jennifer L., dob 09-10-77, driving 15-20 mph above limit.

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The Illinois State Police (ISP), District 18, will conduct Nighttime Enforcement Patrols (NITE) during March. The ISP has zero tolerance for impaired drivers. Therefore, officers working NITE patrols will be watchful for drivers who are operating vehicles in an unsafe manner, driving with a suspended or revoked driver’s license, transporting open alcoholic beverages, Driving Under the Influence (DUI), and are not properly buckled up. Alcohol and drug impairment is a significant factor in nearly 40 percent of all fatal motor vehicle crashes in Illinois. These nighttime patrols are designed to keep our roads safe by taking dangerous DUI offenders off the road and ensuring all vehicle occupants are buckled up. This project is funded by the Illinois Department of Transportation, Division of Traffic Safety.

ISP conducting Roadside Safety Check in March The Illinois State Police (ISP), District 18, will conduct a Roadside Safety Check (RSC) during the month of March. The ISP has zero tolerance for impaired driving in Illinois. Officers working this detail will be watchful for drivers who are operating vehicles in an unsafe manner, driving with a suspended or revoked driver’s license, transporting open alcoholic beverages, or Driving Under the Influence (DUI). Alcohol and drug impairment is a significant factor in nearly 40 percent of all fatal motor vehicle crashes in Illinois. RSCs are designed to keep our roads safe by taking dangerous DUI offenders off the road. This project is funded through the Illinois Department of Transportation, Division of Traffic Safety.

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IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF GARY N. SCHOFIELD, 14-P-10 DECEASED. NOTICE OF CLAIM DATE NOTICE is hereby given of the death of GARY N. SCHOFIELD, of Carrollton, Illinois. Letters of Office were issued on the 3rd day of March, 2014, to Samantha S. West, 709 Wiggins Ferry Dr., St. Louis, MO 63141, Independent Executor, whose attorneys are Clough & Grummel, LLC, 524 N. Main, P.O. Box 71, Carrollton, IL 62016. Claims against the Estate may be filed in the Office of the Circuit Clerk of the Court, Greene County Courthouse, Carrollton, IL 62016, or with the above representatives, or both, on or before the 15th day of September, 2014, or if mailing or delivery of a Notice from the representatives is required by Section 18-3 of the Probate Act of 1975, as amended, S.H.A. 755 ILCS 5/18-1 5/183 the date stated in that Notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the representatives and to the above attorneys within ten (10) days after it has been filed.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF GREENE-CARROLLTON, ILLINOIS UNITED COMMUNITY BANK, Plaintiff, vs.

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For information contact Plaintiff’s Attorney: Heavner, Scott, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, 111 E. Main St., Decatur, Illinois 62523 (217) 422-1719.

NOTICE OF SALE PROPERTY ADDRESS: 109 MILL STREET KANE, IL 62054 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of the above Court entered on January 21, 2014 in the above-entitled cause, the following described real estate, to wit: Commencing at a point eight and 94/100 chains due West of Stone at the Northwest corner of the West half of the Northeast Quarter of Section Thirty-One (31) in Township Nine (9) North, Range Eleven (11) West of the Third Principal Meridian, running thence West two and 24/100 chains, thence South four and 47/100 chains, thence East two and 24/100 chains, thence North four and 47/100 chains to the place of beginning, containing one acre, in the Village of Kane, situated in the County of Greene in the State of Illinois. Permanent Index Number: 04-143-31-200-009 Commonly known as: 109 Mill Street, Kane, IL 62054 will be offered for sale and sold at public vendue on April 22, 2014, at 10:00 a.m., on the first floor, in the main hallway, at the Greene County Courthouse, Carrollton, Illinois.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (c) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW Note: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act you are advised that the Law Firm of Heavner, Scott, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. James A. Coale Attorney for Heavner, Scott, Beyers, & Mihlar, LLC 3.12,14, 2.19, 3.26

NOTICE EARLY VOTING SCHEDULE Pursuant to Article 19A of the Illinois Election Code, Early Voting for the Consolidated Election for all Greene County Precincts will be conducted at the Office of the Greene County Clerk at the courthouse at 519 N. Main Street in Carrollton beginning on March 3, 2014, and continuing through March 14 on week days from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. and on March 15 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Any voter validly registered in Greene County may vote during the early voting period after showing proper identification, however, any vote cast is final, and may not be revoked, and the voter is not eligible to cast a vote on election day. DEBORAH BANGHART GREENE COUNTY CLERK 2.26.14, 3.5, 3.12

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PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that on the 20th day of February, 2014, a Petition to Increase Annual Maintenance Assessment was filed in the Circuit Court of the Seventh Judicial Circuit, Greene County, Illinois, by the Commissioners of Spankey Levee and Drainage District, Greene County, Illinois. The Petition seeks to increase the Annual Maintenance Assessment on the real property in the District to Twentyone Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-six Dollars ($21,936). An Assessment Roll was filed with the Petition. The total amount of damages proposed to be allowed is zero dollars. The total amount of compensation proposed to be allowed is zero dollars. The total amount of Annual Maintenance Assessment contained in the Assessment Roll is Twenty-one Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-six Dollars ($21,936). The Petition is set for hearing before the Circuit Court in the Courtroom of the Greene County Courthouse, Carrollton, Illinois, on the 1st day of April, 2014, at 10:00 a.m., at which time and place all interested parties may appear and be heard. Dated this 3rd day of March, 2014. Shirley Thornton Clerk of the Circuit Court Greene County, Illinois Commissioners: Cathy Schirz William Gettings Brett Gettings McCLURE, THOMAS & THOMAS Attorneys for District 113 State Street, P.O. Box 170 Beardstown, IL 62618-0170 Telephone: (217) 323-2211 3.5.14, 3.12.14

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CHRISTOPHER A. PEDIGO, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF TERNI A. PEDIGO, UNKNOWN OWNERS, and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants. NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on February 18, 2014 in Greene County, Illinois, GREENE COUNTY SHERIFF ROB MCMILLEN at the GREENE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 519 North Main Street, Carrollton, Illinois, 62016, on April 8, 2014, at 10:00 a.m., will sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of Greene, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment, to wit: LOT NUMBER THIRTY-THREE (33) IN T.H. BOYD’S, TO THE TOWN, NOW CITY, OF ROODHOUSE, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT OF SAID ADDITION , SITUATED IN THE CITY OF ROODHOUSE, GREENE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Common address: 102 East Randolph, Roodhouse, Greene County, Illinois, 62016. Sale Terms: The Judgment amount was $34,315.45. This is an “AS IS” sale for Cash. The successful bidder must deposit between 10% and 25% of the successful bid; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(c) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW For information please contact: Wittman & Lorton, P.C. 123 West Pearl Street P.O. Box 190 Jerseyville, IL 62052 (618) 498-2167 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. Dated this 7th day of March, 2014. Allison S. Lorton, #6287442 Wittman & Lorton, P.C. 123 West Pearl Street, P.O. Box 190 Jerseyville, Illinois 62052 (618) 498-2167 3.12.14, 3.19, 3.26

NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the ANNUAL REPORT OF HOWARD PIPER, CO-TRUSTEE OF THE JESSIE E. GRISWOLD TRUST for the year 2013, is available for PUBLIC INSPECTION at the law offices of Clough & Grummel, LLC at 524 N. Main Street, Carrollton, Illinois 62016, during normal business hours, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that applications for the educational loans for 2014/2015 may be picked up at the offices of Clough & Grummel, LLC, 524 N. Main, Carrollton, Illinois 62016, or may be requested from Ronnie Hetelle, Successor Co-Trustee at White Hall Bank, PO Box 258, White Hall, Illinois, (217)3742181. Howard Piper, Co-Trustee of the Jessie E. Griswold Trust 3.12.14, 3.19

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Helen R. Proffer, 96, of Carrollton died on Monday evening, March 10, 2014 at her daughter’s home in Jerseyville. Born on Jan. 3, 1918 in Carrollton, she was the daughter of the late Lucas and Mary Koster Tapen. She married Finley Proffer on May 18, 1946, and he preceded her in death on Jan. 24, 2005. They shared 59 years of marriage before his death. Helen was a member of St. John’s Catholic Church. She loved her family and friends. Helen enjoyed playing cards, going to “the boat” with her friends Herb and Henrietta Hartman, gardening and spending time with her family. Surviving are her children, Linda (husband Jeffrey) Heitzig of Jerseyville, Ronald “Pete” (wife Victoria) Proffer of Rogers, Ark., Mary (husband Dennis) Crotchett of Carrollton; 10 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and her siblings, Verna Tapen, Louise Wagener, Raymond Tapen and Vincent Tapen. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until time of Mass at 11 a.m. at St. John’s Catholic Church in Carrollton Friday, March 14. Following Mass, burial will be in St. John’s Cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. John’s School or St. John’s Cemetery. Airsman-Hires Funeral Home in Carrollton is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left online at: www.airsman-hires.com.

Andrew S. “Steve” Kuhnline, 58, of Alton, formerly of Carrollton, died on Tuesday morning, March 4, 2014 at Belleville Memorial Hospital in Belleville. Born in Carrollton on July 28, 1955, he was the son of the late Andrew S. Kuhnline, Sr. and Eileen Huyear Kuhnline. Steve attended St. John’s Catholic School, Carrollton High School class of 1974, and Ranken Technical College. After having worked more than 27 years for the former Laclede Steel in Alton, he worked for The Alton Stone and Fireplace Center and later for attorney Charles Theivagt until his health forced retirement. He was a member of the United Steelworkers union in Alton and was active as a shop steward. Steve was a member of the Carrollton Knights of Columbus for 39 years, where he obtained the rank of 3rd degree Knight. He was also a member of the Owls of Alton and the Eagles of Alton, as well as a lifelong member of St. John’s Catholic Church in Carrollton. Steve was a compassionate person who loved his family, friends and neighbors. When Steve shook your hand you knew he was happy to be meeting you. He was an avid collector of Avon and US Marines memorabilia and a wildlife enthusiast. He is survived by his loving companion Jeanne Hess of Alton; a sister, Margie Mueller of Florissant, Mo.; an aunt, Barbara Rawe of Greenfield; an aunt and uncle, Kathy and Joe Kuhnline of Alton; nieces and nephews, Jennifer Mueller, Raymond Mueller, Adrienne (Michael) Stockley, Courtney and Morgan Hess; Jeanne’s sister and brother-in-law, Peggy HessAssmann and Reed Assmann; three brother-in-laws; Michael, John and James Hess; and his rescued dog, Sadie. He was preceded in death by his parents and infant sister Diane Kuhnline. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. on Monday, March 10 at St. John’s Catholic Church in Carrollton. Prayer services will be held at 4:45 p.m. that day. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, March 11 at l0 a.m. at St. John’s Catholic Church with burial to follow in the church cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. John’s School. Condolences may be left online at: www.airsmanhires.com.

Martin ‘Marty’ Albrecht Martin E. “Marty” Albrecht, 41, of Rochester (formerly of Carrollton) died late Monday evening at his residence. Born in Carrollton on March 14, 1972, he was the son of the Ron and Sharon Reno Albrecht of Carrollton. He is survived by his “wife in spirit” Jamie Stone, his sons, Douglas (fiancé Taylor Steinacher) Albrecht of Manchester, Todd Albrecht of Macomb and Sean Albrecht of Jacksonville; a future grandchild, Brice Albrecht (due March 29); his paternal grandmother, Theresa Albrecht of Carrollton; his maternal grandparents, Richard and Dorothea Reno of Kane; and his siblings, Amber (Kevin) Brannan of Eldred, Beth (Jason) Coats, Steven (Racheal) Albrecht , Brian Albrecht, Lisa (Brad) Schnettgoecke, Adam (Elizabeth) Albrecht and Aaron (Megan) Albrecht all of Carrollton. Marty was preceded in death by paternal grandfather, John Henry Albrecht; and a nephew, Henry Russell Coats. Marty worked at Search’s IGA in Greenfield, later managed La Crosse Lumber Company in Carrollton and R.P Lumber in Jerseyville. He was a member of St. John’s Catholic Church in Carrollton, the Quincy Cursillo and the Kiwanis Club. He loved every aspect of life. He especially loved Architectural and Home Design. Visitation was from 3-7 p.m. on Thursday, March 6 at St. John’s Catholic Church in Carrollton. A prayer service was held at 2:45 p.m. that day. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Friday March 7 at 10 a.m. at the church with burial in the church cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. John’s School. Condolences may be left online at: www.airsman-hires.com

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Mary Jean Rollins, 83, of Greenfield died on Saturday afternoon March 8, 2014 at Carlinville Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Carlinville. Born in Carrollton on Feb. 14, 1931, she was the daughter of the late John and Frances Rawe Brinker. She married Howard Rollins on May 22, 1954 in Carrollton and he survives. Also surviving are her children, Debbie J. Rollins of Greenfield, Dawn M. Rollins of Mound, Minn., Joseph (wife Janet) Rollins of Carlinville; three grandchildren, Amanda (husband Craig) LaClair of Haughton, La., Amy (husband Randy) Meredith of Carlinville, Jennifer (husband Jason) Willows of Litchfield; greatgrandchildren, Sierra Melnick of Haughton, La., Alice Willows of Litchfield; brothers, Henry “Bud” (wife Ellen) Brinker of Carrollton and Bob (wife Marilyn) Brinker of Murrayville. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Jack Brinker; and a nephew, Dennis Brinker. Jean loved working with the elderly. She spent many years work-

ing at nursing homes as a CNA. In later years she worked for Illinois Valley Economic Development Corp. in their homemaking division until retirement in 2003. She was a graduate of St. John’s High School class of 1948 in Carrollton. She was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Greenfield. Jean loved working crossword puzzles, fishing, reading mystery books, getting together at the diner for breakfast with friends, crocheting and working and serving on her church boards. She was a member of the Catholic Daughters of America and the St. Michael’s Ladies Club. She will be sadly missed. Visitation was from 4-7 p.m. on Tuesday March 11, at St. John’s Catholic Church in Carrollton with a prayer service at 3:45 p.m. that day. Mass was celebrated on Wednesday at 10 a.m. at the church with burial in the church cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. John’s School, the Greenfield Public Library or a charity of one’s choice. Condolences may be left online at: www.airsmanhires.com.

Mary Elizabeth Howard, 79, of Jerseyville died at 3:35 p.m. Sunday, March 9, 2014 at Jerseyville Manor Nursing Home. She was born in Greenfield on Sept. 24, 1934, and was the daughter of the late Maurice and Idabelle (Nash) Perdun. She married Norman Eugene Howard on Aug. 25, 1951, in Winchester, and during their nearly 48 years of marriage they raised their fours sons in and around Kane and Winchester, and later in life moved to the Jerseyville and Carrollton area before his passing on May 7, 1999. Surviving are her three sons and daughters-in-law, Michael Howard of Carrollton, Bruce and Carol Howard of Jerseyville and Jeff and Kelly Howard of Winchester; a daughter-in-law, D Howard of

Jerseyville; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; a sister and brother-in-law, Frances and Gary Willis of Jerseyville. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a son, Loren Howard; a sister, Patricia Cornelius; and a brother, Elwyn “Gene” Perdun. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 12, at Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville. Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Thursday at the First Baptist Church in Jerseyville with the Revs. Brent Meyer and Greg Howard officiating. She will be laid to rest alongside her husband at the Kane Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the First Baptist Church of Jerseyville, where she was a member.

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Rick Hall debuts new CD with live streaming concert March 16 By CARMEN ENSINGER Greene Prairie Press

There is an old saying – you can take the boy out of the country but you can’t take the country out of the boy. Hollywood actor Rick Hall is the epitome of this old adage. The former Greenfield native and his wife, Laura, have just released a second musical CD with their band, “The Sweet Potatoes,” called “Faith, Good Neighbors and a Telephone.” The official CD release concert will take place on Saturday, March 15, in Los Angeles, but the following evening, March 16 at 8 p.m. central time, the Sweet Potatoes will do a live, streamed, interactive show on www.stageit. com. “Since we make down-home music, it’s only fitting to share it with the folks back home,” Hall said. “This is going to be an intimate performance direct from our living room that folks can be a part of on their own computers at home.” The Sweet Potatoes sprouted when Hall returned home to Greene County to shoot his award-winning short film, “A Slice of Pie” in 2009. “They say to write about what you know, and I know small towns better than most people in Los Angeles do. So, when film director Tim Reischauer approached me about making my short story into a short film, I jumped in with both feet,” Hall said. “I knew I wanted to play the lead and I knew I wanted to shoot it back on the farm, but I didn’t know who to cast as my leading lady.” This was, of course, after his wife, Laura, turned down the role

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sing and play guitar with Laura sometimes moving to ukulele or accordion. Rick sings and plays, as well as brings his own freewheeling, comedic storytelling. They are joined by Daniel Regal on drums and Steve Borgard on Dobro, banjo and harmonica. The Sweet Potatoes play a unique blend of Americana, folk and country, loaded with vocal harmonies and finely crafted songwriting. The title of the album comes from one of the songs on the CD entitled “Spunky Bottoms,” which references the essentials needed by folks who live out in the country. “The song was inspired by a house concert at Cathy and Bob Randall’s place near Meredosia,” Hall said. “When Bob gave me directions, his final note was, ‘If you miss our driveway you end up in Spunky Bottoms, so you’ll know you’ve gone too far.’ Laura

knew right then that she needed to write a song about Spunky Bottom.” Other original songs include “Sweet Thing,” a back porchstyle ode to love, and “Not Gonna Let It Get To Me,” which is a light-hearted look at having a really rotten day. “Our CD release concert will be in LA on March 15 but we thought about all the folks back home who can’t come all the way to LA for the concert and found a solution,” Hall said. “The next night, March 16, we are going to do a show we call ‘CD Release – Up Close and Personal’ directly from Kelly’s living room. Anyone with a computer and Internet can log on and see the live streamed show. As a matter of fact, the ‘virtual audience’ can even send us messages during the event that we can respond to. It’s a new show for us, but it is

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Local farm boy turned actor, Rick Hall, along with his wife Laura, middle, and Kelly Macleod, otherwise known as the Sweet Potatoes, will be presenting a live streaming concert on March 16 of their latest CD "Faith, Good Neighbors and a Telephone."

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Spartans' late surge comes up just short Okawville Class 1A Sectional Game 1: 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 4 Waterloo Gibault Catholic (23-8) def. Calhoun (18-9) 64-40 Game 2: 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 5 Springfield Lutheran (27-3) def. North Greene (18-13) 52-50 Game 3: 7 p.m. Friday, March 7 Waterloo Gibault Catholic def. Springfield Lutheran 59-45 —— Waterloo Gibault Catholic advances to Jacksonville Class 1A Super-Sectional

Jacksonville Class 1A Regional Game 1: 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 24 No. 4 New Berlin def. No. 5 Rout Catholic 55-43 Game 2: 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 25 No. 2 Franklin def. No. 7 Illinois School for the Deaf 75-36 Game 3: 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 25 No. 3 North Greene def. No. 6 Waverly 60-48 Game 4: 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 26 No. 1 Greenfield-Northwestern def. No. 4 New Berlin 65-41 Game 5: 8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 26 No. 3 North Greene def. No. 2 Franklin 58-57 Game 6: 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 28 No. 3 North Greene def. No. 1 Greenfield-Northwestern 50-49 —— North Greene advances to Okawville Class 1A Sectional SAM eLLIOTT Greene Prairie Press The North Greene High School boys basketball team trailed Springfield Lutheran by as many as 14 points early in the fourth quarter, but the Spartans fought back to make things very interesting down the stretch of the teams' Okawville Class 1A Sectional semifinal matchup Wednesday, March 5, at Okawville High School. North Greene got to within one point of Lutheran inside the final minute and had chances to take a late lead, but the Crusaders escaped Okawville with a 52-50 win. Finding themselves in a 41-27 deficit just more than one minute into the final quarter, the Spartans rallied to score 23 points in the final 6:45 after managing 27 through the previous three quarters. "Our kids have been amazing that way all year. We weren't hitting tonight. Shots weren't falling and we got a little frustrated," NGHS head coach Brett Berry said. "It's a sectional game — big crowds,

away from home — and we kind of looked like a deer in the headlights at times, but late in the game the boys finally realized they had the ability to come out and win this game. Everything clicked, they went out and turned it on and executed really well." Senior Reed Rusten cut the Lutheran lead to single digits for the first time in the quarter on an and-one three-point play with 5:35 to play. Later, classmate Adam Knox twice cut the deficit to seven points and junior Connor Vincent turned a turnover into a layup that made it a 50-45 game with 1:39 remaining. "All of a sudden, we were right there," Berry said. After Lutheran made one of two free throws, Vincent knocked down a long 3-pointer to cut the Crusaders' lead to 51-48 with 1:16 to play. Junior Logan Ross grabbed a steal and Rusten's final bucket of the game — and his North Greene career — got the Spartans within one point of the lead at 51-50 with 42.7 seconds remaining.

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North Greene senior Adam Knox fights for possession of the basketball with a Springfield Lutheran player Wednesday, March 5, during the Okawville Class 1A Sectional at Okawville High School. The Spartans erased a 14-point deficit in the fourth quarter and got to within one point of the Crusaders inside the final minute, but North Greene was edged in a 52-50 decision to finish its season 18-13. michaelrweaver.com

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(Above) Connor Vincent rises for a layup against Springfield Lutheran Wednesday, March 5, in Okawville. The Spartans junior finished with 10 points. (Right) Senior Reed Rusten shoots around a Springfield Lutheran defender Wednesday, March 5, in an Okawville Class 1A Sectional Semifinal. Rusten scored a game-high 22 points.

Rusten finished with a gamehigh 22 points on 10-of-17 shooting — including 11 of North Greene's 13 first-quarter points — and five rebounds. "He showed a lot of heart," Berry said. "He's a senior and he wasn't ready to wrap it up. He wanted to keep playing." The Spartans nearly took a late

lead inside the final 30 seconds, but a missed layup and 3-pointer plus a double dribble violation on an offensive rebound kept Lutheran's slim lead safe. The Crusaders added one free throw with 3.1 seconds to play. Knox's ensuing shot at the buzzer, from between the Lutheran 3-point and free-throw lines, bounced off

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Lady Hawks head basketball coach Brian Madson addresses the crowd from behind a table covered with the team's awards won this season during a celebration gathering for the squad Sunday at Carrollton High School. The Lady Hawks collected three top-five finishes at regular season tournaments — fifth at the Jerseyville Holiday Tournament, second at the Lady Spartan Classic and third at the Lady Hawk Invitational — before winning gathering an abundance of postseason championships. Carrollton won titles at the Hardin Class 1A Regional, the White Hall Class 1A Sectional and the Jacksonville Class 1A Super-Sectional before claiming its biggest prize — a second-place finish at the Class 1A girls basketball state tournament. In Madson's first year with the team, Carrollton finished with a 25-7 record. Nearly the entire Lady Hawks roster will return for the 2014-15 season — including the entire starting lineup from this year's state championship game.

the backboard just to the right of the rim. "We still had shots there late," Berry said. "They just didn't fall. When you play a good team like this, it's very hard to come battling back against them." Vincent finished with 10 points while Ross added eight with five rebounds. Junior Andrew Davis and

Knox were next for North Greene with five points each while Knox added as many rebounds. After back-to-back upsets in Jacksonville for their first regional championship since the 2007-08 season, the Spartans finished their 2013-14 campaign with an 18-13 record. selliott@campbellpublications.net

Basketball coaching clinic approaching The spring edition of the 2014 Carrollton Round Table Basketball Coaching Clinic will be at 1 p.m. Sunday, April 6, at Goetten's Oasis in Carrollton. The event is open to

basketball coaches of all levels. Anyone interested should make reservations by calling or texting Jeff Krumwiede at (217) 491-1276 by Tuesday, April 1.

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