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1) Family receives $2.9 million settlement from gas explosion 2) Local man seeking state office 3) Panthers place 17 on all-MVC teams 4) District 100 athletics fundraising for new gym floor 5) No injuries in threecar collision

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County terminates county code administrator's employment contract By Bob Crossen Jersey County Journal The Jersey County Board unanimously approved to terminate its employee contract with county code administrator Mike Prough with 60 days notice during a special board meeting Nov. 25. “It’s our hope we can reach an amicable solution with the county regarding Mr. Prough’s employment,” Laef Lorton, Prough’s attorney, said. “He was a dedicated public servant throughout the years and it’s our desire they recognize that.” Lorton said the county enacted its right to terminate its contract early with Prough, a clause which is present in the agreement between the two parties. State’s Attorney Ben Goetten

confirmed Prough was the county employee who was suspended without pay pending an investigation in a unanimous vote by the the county board during a regular meeting Oct. 8. Prough’s name was not released at that time due to confidentiality of closed session meeting minutes. Chairman Jerry Wittman said Prough served the county well during his tenure and “was a loyal employee for many years.” Prough was instrumental in reducing Jersey County’s county community rating from a Class 9 to a Class 5 “which saves the county residents in excess of $40,000 annually,” Goetten said in a statement issued to the Jersey County Journal Wednesday morning. Prough also kept the county in the National Flood Insurance Program which

keeps flood insurance costs low for county residents. “I wish Mike the best in his

“We want to assure the citizens of the county that the work is being done and there is no shortage of services.”

Ben Goetten State's Attorney future endeavors and thank him for the professional services he rendered for Jersey County,” Goetten

Council one step closer to TIF finalization By Bob Crossen Jersey County Journal The Grafton city council approved three separate ordinances required to establish a tax increment financing (TIF) district in the city during a regular meeting Nov. 26. The council approved a redevelopment plan and project ordinance outlining tentative plans for the district as well as one dictating the name of the district – North Grafton Redevelopment Project Area – and its boundaries. The third ordinance established tax increment financing within the district’s bounds, the second within the 3.7 square-mile town. The first of the ordinances detailed a plan for how to improve the space and how money would be allocated toward completing those improvements. Alderman Jerry Bauersachs questioned if the plan is set in stone or if it is subject to amendments by the council at a later date. In Exhibit C of the redevelopment plan and project, Bauersachs noted a set of estimated costs totaling $2,970,000. He said the total concerned him because he was unsure the district would be

able to generate that much revenue throughout its lifetime. “So, even though this is our plan, do we have to follow this?” Bauersachs said. “The only thing I want to make sure is that $2.9 million dollars is not a burden for the taxpayers of Grafton.” Bauersachs had a similar concern during a meeting Oct. 22, when he questioned the finer details of the TIF district in Grafton Hills. By his estimation, the city would be reimbursed $115,000 at a minimum throughout the life of the district. Bauersachs worried the district would not generate enough money to see return on the investment because 75 percent of the funds generated by the district will return to developers. Property tax for the district in its first year is only $8,700 which gave the alderman cause for concern as the remaining 25 percent to be issued to the city would would be a small sum. Tax increment financing is a tool which increases the equalized assessed value (EAV) or taxable value of property within the district’s boundaries with monetary incentives for improvements to infrastructure or businesses. (See, council, A2)

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said in the statement. During a special meeting Oct. 23, the board approved to restore the employee’s pay and extend the suspension while an investigation was conducted by the county’s insurance company. The vote was contested with Roger Newberry and John Houseman voting No to the motion. Wittman said the insurance company got involved to determine if there were liability issues regarding Prough’s employment. During Prough’s suspension, contractors approached the board with complaints about delays in blue print approvals and inspections of constructed units within the county. The county approached Jerseyville building inspector Jeff Soer to do some of the work in Prough’s absence, and Soer said he

injured in three-car collision

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Emergency personnel pull back the door of a vehicle involved in a three-car accident at the intersection of Highway 16 and June Street in Jerseyville Nov. 22 after being called to the scene at 1:48 p.m. A vehicle traveling westbound on Highway 16 intending to turn south on June Street failed to yield and struck a car traveling eastbound on Highway 16. The vehicle struck then slid into a third vehicle which was stopped south of Highway 16 on June Street waiting to traverse the intersection. All parties refused medical treatment and there were no reported injuries.

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City swears Schaaf in as councilman By Robert Lyons Jersey County Journal The Jerseyville City Council swore in its newest member Tuesday night. Don Schaaf, Jr., was appointed to the position of commissioner of accounts and finance, receiving unanimous approval from the rest of the council members. “A couple times I’ve thought about running,” Schaaf said. “The community’s growing, with the highway coming through, so I thought this would be an opportunity to help that growth.” Schaaf said there are various issues facing the city. He said his experience as an attorney can help iron them out. Schaaf currently operates a private law practice in Jerseyville, but has also been a prosecutor. “I’m open minded and will listen to all different people’s views,” he said. “That’s one of the things I see with government, you need to listen to everybody and not go in with your mind made up. Otherwise, you’re not going to get anything done.” Having served on various church boards, Schaaf said he has a background in budgeting and accounting Also at Tuesday’s meeting, Jerseyville Police Chief Brad Blackorby announced his department has begun its annual Christmas for Kids campaign, in which the department provides gifts and necessities to families in need during the holiday season. Blackorby said if anyone in the community needs help providing a better Christmas for their children, call the police department at 498-2131. “We’ll sure do our best to help them out,” Blackorby said. “We get them anything they need – not just toys –

completed a few inspections before it cut too much into his work for the city. To keep things running smoothly, the board approved to temporarily fill Prough’s position during the last regular board meeting by appointing Cindy Cregmiles to the position. “We want to assure the citizens of the county that the work is being done and there is no shortage of services,” Goetten said in Wednesday’s statement. Goetten said Cregmiles’ agreement allows her to hold the position for 90 days while the county seeks employment to fill the position. He said Cregmiles may be considered to hold the position permanently in addition to other qualified applicants.

Jersey native goes missing from Alton By Robert Lyons Jersey County Journal A 30-year-old woman with strong ties to Jersey County has gone missing. Courtney C. Coats, a member of Jersey Community High School’s class of 2001, was last seen around noon Saturday leaving her home in Alton on foot, wearing a leather Harley Davidson jacket, blue jeans and carrying a green duffle bag. According to Alton Police Department’s public information officer, Emily Hejna, Coats was by herself when she left home. Hejna said APD is looking for any tips to help locate Coats and is following

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Don Schaaf, Jr., left, is sworn in Tuesday by City Clerk Cathie Ward during the city council meeting. Schaaf was appointed to the position of commissioner of accounts and finance.

clothes, winter coats, diapers, whatever.” Councilman Andy Macias is urging residents to participate in Small Business Saturday, which is a nationwide initiative in response to other shopping holidays such as Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Small Business Saturday, Nov. 30, encourages shoppers to make purchases at locally owned and operated establishments. “It’s a great idea for Jerseyville to support the small businesses,” Macias said. In other action, the council:

n Presented 15-year-old T.J. Griffith with a certificate of appreciation for detaining a dog which was attacking a woman and her two dogs. n Approved proclaiming December National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month in Jerseyville. n Approved an annual ordinance authorizing the execution of the IMLRA minimum/maximum contribution agreement. n Approved the minutes of the previous meeting. n Approved the list of bills. C

Courtney Coats up on all leads. “With her being from Jerseyville, maybe somebody up there might know something that someone here in (See, missing, A2)

Phone scam hits just before the holidays By Robert Lyons Jersey County Journal A flood of phone calls attempting to scam residents out of their personal information, and possibly their money, began early this week. Several local banks have reported or confirmed they have received calls from customers concerned about a recorded call,

from an unidentifiable number, stating a hold has been placed on their debit cards. According to a Facebook post by Jersey State Bank, the automated message states “that as a security measure your card has been restricted from making out-of-state purchases.” According to Jersey State Bank bookkeeping supervisor (See, scam, A2)

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Historic home tour returns to Elsah By Robert Lyons Jersey County Journal The holiday season is all about traditions, but very few celebrate in a way as time-honored as Elsah. The 19th century village pays tribute to its past during the annual Home for the Holidays tour of houses, which is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 7. As always, the six homes participating in this year’s tour will be decorated for Christmas. Historic Elsah Foundation president Tim Tomlinson said visitors will get an authentic experience of life in the late 1800s during the holidays, with everything from furniture and wall coverings to the roads through the village remaining largely unchanged. “You get a sense of what size and space was available to people – open fire places, for example – that existed in the late 19th century,” Tomlinson said. “This is not an IKEA community.” A horse-drawn buggy and wagon will be available to take tourists on their voyage down the streets from home to home. “People will get a chance to move around the village the same way you or I would have moved Mike Weaver/Jersey County Journal around there 100 years ago,” A horse-drawn buggy takes visitors on Elsah's Home for the Holidays tour in 2010. On Sat., Dec. 7, the Tomlinson said. The effort to preserve the vil- tour will take visitors through six of the village's 19th century homes and several of its original buildings. lage’s homes – many of which are michaelrweaver.com built from local brick and limestone “There’s an awareness that Elsah almost never all of them there. building will also be available, in – and history began more than four decades ago and is now the represents something special and There is a core population of people addition to the home tours. Tickets for the Home for the main mission of the Historic Elsah it’s a model of what some parts of who live there all the time,” he Foundation. The entire historic dis- this area used to be,” he said. “With said. “Some families go back to the Holidays tour are limited to 500, trict of the village was placed on the the help of these groups, Elsah has early days of the last century, and a and can be purchased through Alton house going from one member of Convention and Visitors Bureau, National Register of Historic Places developed this sense of history.” the village’s two bed and breakfasts The foundation owns and the family.” in 1973. The historic foundation’s presi- and The Cultured Table Bistro. The “Historic district is kind of an curates two buildings in the village award given to communities by – Farley’s Music Hall and the ruins dent said though the village doesn’t foundation’s website, historicelsah. the United States Park Service,” he of a former ice house, which just change over the years, aspects of org, is also offering tickets with a said. “There’s an elaborate set of received a renovation to stabilize the Home for the Holidays tour do, PayPal option. The cost is $15 for including the homes open for visit- advanced purchases, or $18 on the guidelines about how these historic its walls. “We were very much in dan- ing. This year there will also be a day of the event. structures should be treated. Elsah Tours begin at 1 p.m. and contries very hard to maintain its his- ger of our ruin becoming a ruin,” luncheon available at an additional cost through The Cultured Table clude at 5 p.m. The Home for Tomlinson said. toric authenticity.” The historic district of the vil- Bistro beginning at 12:30 p.m., at the Holidays event raises funds Tomlinson said Principia for the Historic Elsah Foundation College, the Methodist and lage’s population is somewhere Farley’s Music Hall. Tours of the village museum, to continue its mission of village Christian Scientist churches as well between 250 and 300, according to United Methodist Church, Christian preservation. as residents are essential to the Tomlinson. “Three hundred at the most, but Science Church and the old school foundation’s efforts.

Conservation police remind hunters of deer stand safety By Bob Crossen Jersey County Journal Illinois Department of Natural Resources encourages hunters to follow safety procedures not necessarily dedicated to the use of weapons throughout the season, but also other hunting equipment. Sgt. Mark Wagner, conservation police officer, said the region’s most frequent accidents involve hunters falling from tree stands when they begin hunting each year. “Tree stand accidents are by far our most common type of accident that we have,” Wagner said. “I think we’ve had one we know of in Calhoun County, an archery accident where somebody fell and was injured.” Some hunters leave their tree stands attached to the trees year-round, which can create safety hazards as trees expand and contract with the change of the seasons. Wagner said the straps of a tree stand also suffer wear and tear throughout the year due to fluctuations in the weather, noting hunters should swap the straps out more often if they intend to leave the stand up all year. Sgt. Wagner said there were three incidents

involving tree stand accidents in his area during the first firearm deer hunting season Nov. 22 through Nov. 24. He said two of the accidents occurred in Macoupin County where he said one of the tree stands was self-made. He said the material used to make the tree stand had deteriorated, making it unstable and unfit for use. He said the individual did suffer an injury from the stand’s collapse. “All the timber was rotten, and he fell and broke his leg,” Wagner said. Regarding an accident in Greene County, he said the strap of a tree stand broke. The individual was taken to the hospital, but suffered only minor injuries from the fall. Wagner said because the individual was taken to the hospital, conservation police had to investigate the case. He said hunters can take proactive measures to ensure their safety in the tree stands. “Replace the straps on their tree stands if they’re going to leave them out year-round,” Wagner said. “The one was homemade and it was very evident that all the boards were rotten and should have been replaced or rebuilt. The other ones, the straps, they left the tree stand hanging there for several years and the straps rotted, so when they climbed up and put some pressure on

it, the straps broke. “You need to, one, take your stand down every year, or two, replace the straps.” Wagner said there have been violations regarding permits but aren’t out of the ordinary, and issues regarding sick deer are not as prevalent as last year when epizootic hemorrhagic disease (EHD) led to the death or more than 2,000 deer throughout the state. The virus generated a high fever in the deer population, causing them to flock to rivers and other bodies of water where they are often found dead due to bursting capillaries in their organs as a result of the high fever. The prevalence of those diseases have diminished greatly this year as there was not a severe drought, Wagner said. “Last year, because of the drought, that really pushed our numbers up through the roof,” Wagner said. The next firearm deer hunting season is Dec. 5 through Dec. 8, which also coincides with the first muzzleloader deer season. For more information about hunting dates and upcoming events organized by IDNR in the region, visit dnr.illinois.gov.

District 100 athletics fundraising for new gym floor By Bob Crossen Jersey County Journal The Jersey Community school district’s athletic director is working toward completely reworking the gym floors at Jersey Community High School and Illini Middle School through private fundraising efforts. Scott Tonsor, athletic director, presented the school board during a regular meeting Nov. 20 with early plans and a rough cost estimate to sand down the entire floor, repaint it, stain it and reseal it in time for graduation in the spring. “The goal would be to start the second week of April. They said it takes about 10 days to do the sanding and to do all the work,” Tonsor said. “And they would like everybody to stay off it for 10 more for curing purposes.” Preliminary costs of the high school project are estimated to be around $12,500, but Tonsor said the athletic department would aim to raise around $15,000 for the project. He said the fund has around $10,000 available now for the project. An estimated cost for the Illini Middle School gym floor was not available by the time of the meeting, Tonsor said. The athletic director said the floor at the high school, which is the most used gym in the district,

has considerable wear and tear in the form of fading and peeling paint. He said the district dealt with numerous issues with the current floor and its oil-based seal, which tends to puddle more than waterbased alternatives, leaving the floor more susceptible to an undesirable look. The floor was sealed last summer, he said, and the company sealing the floor said it would be a good idea to redo the whole thing if the money were available. Most gym floors have a life span of six to 10 years before they need to be sanded down to the wood, repainted, and resealed, Tonsor added. The sanding will remove waving and warping of the floorboards, resulting in a flatter floor for a more consistent seal that won’t puddle as easily in concave wood boards. He said the reworked gym floor would use oil-based paints with a water-based finish to keep colors of the logo and other floor designs vibrant. “It sets the finish better. It doesn’t allow the discoloration in your colors,” Tonsor said. “Oilbased will discolor.” Illini Principal Corey Breden said the original logo on the middle school’s court has not been redone since the school was built. “It’s getting pretty slick. It needs redone. It needs repaired,” Breden

said, noting the funds for the middle school’s repairs will be raised through concession stand sales. “It hasn’t been done for so long.” Tonsor said other parts of the floor suffer from discoloration due to resealing the surface on a yearly basis which results in the Panther blue turning turquoise. Ken Schell, district administrator, said the district attempted to reseal the floor a few times since it was last painted with latex paint, noting the process of sealing it is delicate. “We decided to go with the oilbased seal because it does dry harder and give you more protection on the floor,” Schell said. “We had a few issues with that because we were putting it on too thick and it wasn’t drying properly.” He said bubbling was an initial problem with the interaction of the latex paint and oil-based sealant in areas where there was a greater volume of paint, such as the lanes to the hoop and the panther logo. Slight warping of any board in a heavily-painted area resulted in peeling or fading. Since redoing it, he said there have been fewer problems, but some issues still arise. Tonsor said the lane to the hoop or the inside of the three-point line could be stained a different color from the rest of the wood to create a unique feel to the court, instead of

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painting in the lanes. School board member Sherry Droste said a vibrant floor design would be great for the district’s presentation at home sporting events, but noted the district should be inquisitive throughout the process to ensure future problems are prevented. Tonsor said he is in touch with other schools about the companies they use for their gym floors and will search for the best price, quality and warranty.

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(Continued from A1) Alton wouldn’t,” Hejna said. Hejna said one of the steps taken to locate Coats was to attempt to locate her cell phone. In an interview with WBGZ Radio, Police Chief Jason Simmons said the department did get some feedback when officers “pinged” the phone. “We believe she may have been over on the west side, in West Alton,”

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(Continued from A1) The money in a TIF district is generated based on increases in the EAV from the time the district is established with all increases greater than the EAV at the time it is enacted returned to the city to be used for further improvements in the district. During the October meeting, Mike Weber, PGAV director who helps administer TIF districts for the city, said the value of the property in the North Grafton Redevelopment Project Area would increase throughout the life of the TIF and generate enough money for the reimbursement. Regarding the question raised at the November meeting, City Attorney Jim Schrempf said the redevelopment plan is a necessary ordinance in establishing the district, but it does not obligate the city to enter into any agreements. “This is a very generalized plan. As I recall, this is not your reimbursement to the fish plant or any particular projects. It’s a general outline for how a TIF district will work,” Schrempf said. Bauersachs said he wanted to clarify the plan’s costs to put in roads, pay 30 percent of interest incurred by developers, and provide job training are conditional expenses. “It doesn’t necessarily mean we have to do that unless we get a grant or there’s enough money coming in from the TIF to help do all of those things,” Bauersachs said. “I just don’t want us to sell bonds that means taxpayers are going to pay more money in order to get the fish plant.” Grafton Mayor Tom Thompson said selling bonds to help the fish plant “is never going to happen.” “This money we’re talking about is money – No. 1 – that they borrowed. They borrowed over $1 million that pays interest back to the state to get this project going,” Thompson said, emphasizing no city

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Simmons said in the radio interview. “We did activate our entire detective’s division.” Coats is approximately 5-feet-2, 130 pounds with brown hair and green eyes. She has a tattoo on her left wrist of wings. If anyone has any information regarding Coats whereabouts, call (618) 463-3505.

money has been given to the development of the plant. “All of the burden is on them. All of the risk is on them.” Schrempf said if the fish plant deal moves forward, the city would move toward commitment of TIF funds to the plant for development purposes. He said that agreement would be a binding agreement between the city and the owners of American Heartland Fish Products. City clerk Mary Lilesve said she would turn in the information to the county clerk’s office Nov. 27 to get it to the state as soon as possible. Additionally, the council agreed to enter into an agreement with Phil Roggio who will prepare proposals for a design build construction project for an addition to city hall. Bauersachs said he would like to know what the project will entail, as well as the addition’s proposed size before hiring an individual to create proposals for the project. Thompson said the addition would offer storage space for city hall, provide public restrooms to the city’s visitors and create an office space for the Grafton Police Department. He said he is unsure about the project's square footage, and said Roggio would meet with council members to learn what the city wants from the project. Roggio will be compensated $75 per hour, according to the agreement, and Schrempf said the cost is much less than if the city were to hire an architect for the work. In other business, the council: n Approved a resolution entering into an ACH origination agreement with Jersey State Bank to provide direct deposit to city employees. n Approved a business license for Sara B. Garrison to establish an electronic cigarettes shop at 311 E. Main Street called Better Vapes. n Approved the minutes of the previous meetings and the bills.

Scam (Continued from A1) Cheryl Scoggins, thankfully, it seems most customers have refrained from following the prompt asking the recipient to press 1 to activate their card. “It’s definitely a fraud,” Scoggins said. “Once you press No. 1, that’s when they want your debit card information, I would assume.” As of Monday afternoon, Scoggins said she estimates the bank had received at least 20 calls about the phone scam. Other banks’ customers have also reported an identical call fishing for information, making it unlikely the caller is even aware of the bank the phone call recipient is using. First Bank branch manager Sharon Cameron said customers from her bank have reported the call, and like Jersey State Bank, the situation

began Monday. “It’s pretty random, I believe,” Cameron said. “We have reported it to our fraud investigation team.” While declining to comment on the situation, a telephone representative from Carrollton Bank’s Jerseyville Banking Center confirmed the branch also had reports of the phone scam. Some Facebook users commenting on the post made by Jersey State Bank stated they bank with 1st MidAmerica Credit Union and had also received the call. Both Cameron and Scoggins said the best course of action is to hang up, and definitely don’t give out any information. Then call your bank. “Call us to verify it was a scam and it wasn’t something where there was an alert on their debit card,” Scoggins said.

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School board approves truth in taxation hearing for levy BOB CROSSEN Jersey County Journal The Jersey Community Unit School District 100 board approved a motion to hold a truth in taxation hearing prior to the next regular meeting Dec. 18 because the proposed levy requests more than 105 percent of last year’s levy extension. During the regular meeting Nov. 20, Superintendent Lori Hopkins explained how the district arrived at its proposed levy numbers for the year, which could also result in a decrease in overall tax rate from last year, depending on the EAV’s growth. Only one Missouri Valley Conference school had a lower tax rate than District 100 in 2012 with taxes payable in 2013. The proposal is based on an estimated 10 percent increase in equalized assessed value (EAV) or the taxable value of property within the school district’s boundaries. The district plans to request $11.2 million, which is a 9.3 percent increase over the $10.2 million extension received from last year’s levy. Those numbers exclude bond and

interest levy as per truth in taxation. A levy is a request for tax funds, but a district may only receive the amount of money the EAV can support. A taxing body cannot levy more than the maximum tax rate allowed for a fund, even if the EAV allows for it, though some funds do not have a maximum rate. The levy extension is the money that is issued to the district. Due to decreases in the EAV in recent years, the amount levied has been greater than the amount extended. Based on a 10 percent increase in EAV, the education levy is a little more than $6 million, making it the largest levied fund. Bond and interest sits around $2.3 million while operations and management and tort immunity are also above the million dollar mark with $1.6 million and $1 million, respectively. The overall tax rate based on those numbers along with the other levied funds is $4.14 per every $100 of EAV. Since 2003, the EAV has only three times increased greater than five percent, and in 2010 and 2011, the EAV decreased. In 2012, it increased, but by only 1.6 percent.

Last year’s levy was based on a 10 percent increase in EAV. Tort Immunity, a fund which deals with risk management, insurance and other liability issues, is among the larger levied funds for the district. Some administrator’s and bus depot personnel salaries are paid out of tort immunity because of their role in the district’s risk management plan. The tort immunity levy is one of the few levy funds which does not have a maximum tax rate, which is reason for the district to include some salaries in tort immunity as doing so relieves financial pressure from other levied funds. Mary Schell, human resources and finance director, said the district remains as conservative as possible with the tort immunity levy, despite putting some salaries into it. She said many districts in the state have begun using the fund to pay for salaries due to the decreasing aid from state and federal dollars. “We’re very conservative in the percentage of pay with tort,” Schell said. The district adopted an updated

risk management plan prior to the presentation regarding the levy, and all but one board members voted in favor of it. First-year board member Bill Yamnitz said he did not want to vote in favor of a policy which could increase the burden on the taxpayer. Yamnitz cast the sole No vote. In an email Nov. 21, Hopkins said the risk management plan does not increase costs for the district but rather “assigns specific responsibilities [to district personnel] for the management of risk and prescribes the processes to be followed.” Provisions of the plan include maintaining safe buildings and grounds while also ensuring the safety of teachers, students, visitors and administrators through the the district as well as supervising and protecting the district’s property, both real and personal. The truth in taxation hearing for the district will take place at 6:15 p.m. Dec. 18 prior to the school board’s regular meeting. Information containing proposed levy numbers may be requested from the district.

Rep. Davis announces Rural Development Loan U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis (R-Ill.) has announced that the United States Dept. of Agriculture has approved a loan for the purchase and renovation of a property in Jerseyville for the relocation of a local business. "I'm pleased that Dr. Bishop has been approved for this loan from the USDA," Davis said. "This is a great victory for his business, employees and the Jerseyville community. Loans from the USDA just like this are the perfect example of how the government is able to assist small businesses and strengthen local economies." The loan, in the amount of $315,000, has been approved for the purchase and renovation of property in Jerseyville for the purpose of relocating Dr. Dean Bishop's optometry practice within the community. The new building allows room for expansion, in addition to building real estate equity instead of paying a similar amount to lease a business location. Submitted photo

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The Jerseyville Fire Department recently practiced its extrication procedures using hyrdaulic rescue tools. Fire Chief Alan Gowin said the car used for the practice was generously donated by Midwest Metals and then hauled away by Southside Auto.

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T.J. Griffith, right, shakes hands with councilman Andy Macias Tuesday night at the Jerseyville City Council meeting. Griffith received a certification of appreciation for wrangling a pit bull away from a woman and her two dogs, which were being mauled by the pit bull, on Nov. 9.

Heat up with upcoming December events at TNI Holiday meals and colder weather are upon us. Stay active at The Nature Institute (TNI) in Godfrey with two upcoming events. The Nature Institute (TNI) is looking for volunteers to help with one last Heartland Prairie Restoration Day of the year, on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 9 a.m. If pulling invasive plants and cutting honey suckle is not your style, join TNI on their preserves with a Winter Guided Hike on Dec. 14 at 9 a.m. The last restoration day of the year will be on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 9 a.m. in the Heartland Prairie’s 60 acres, located off Route 140 across from Gordon Moore Park in Alton. Volunteers will remove invasive plants and shrubs from the prairie, woodland and savanna. Helpers are encouraged to bring

gloves, water, clippers or loppers. Also, be sure to wear protective clothing and sturdy shoes. Some tools will be available on site. All volunteers will be provided light lunch after the cleanup. The Heartland Prairie at Gordon Moore Park is owned by the City of Alton and is managed by TNI through maintained trails, informative plant guides and prescribed burns. This prairie land is protected under conservation easement and will remain undeveloped. For TNI’s second December event, head out to Talahi Lodge, located at 2213 South Levis Lane in Godfrey, and join friends and members on Saturday, Dec. 14 for a hike along woodland trails with a guided “Winter Hike.” This hike is free and open to the public.

Pre-registration is required by Friday, Dec. 13 by calling (618) 467-2521. Since its founding in 1980, TNI’s Board of Directors and staff have worked to foster an awareness and appreciation of the natural world through preservation, restoration and education. Each summer TNI hosts a premier camp for children pre-kindergarten through 6th grade, this season’s end marked 31 successful years of camp, and they welcome more than 8,000 students on field trips throughout the year. For more information on the “Heartland Prairie Restoration Day,” “Guided Winter Hike” or other upcoming TNI events, visit www. TheNatureInstitute.org.

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Wednesday, November 27, 2013

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Editorial

Jerseyville, Illinois

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The Jersey County Journal is published weekly by Campbell Publishing Company, Inc., Bruce Campbell, president. Phone (618) 498-1234 E-mail: circulation@ campbellpublications.net

The season for giving The Issue: The holiday season is upon us Our View: Be thankful and thoughtful thoughout the holidays

Publisher and Editor: Julie Boren

elebrating with family, reliving traditions and creating new memories. That’s a big part of what the holidays are all about.

The holiday season is roughly a month full of hustle, bustle and disorder in an attempt to get everything in order, to enjoy what comes down to just a few hours. Often, before there’s time to settle down and enjoy it all, it’s already gone. Still, it’s important to find the time to be thankful and to be thinking of others. There are many things to be thankful for. Food, clothing and shelter are obvious necessities, which are often taken for granted. But for too many, these essential needs are not adequately met. So, the holidays are the perfect opportunity to be grateful for life’s blessings, and to help bestow the same upon others. There are many avenues to go about helping others this time of year. Several charities, churches and community organizations coordinate efforts to feed and clothe families experiencing extensive financial troubles. There are others which serve to provide presents for children in households struggling to get by, let alone purchase gifts. Not only are these organizations thinking of others, their existence is also something to appreciate. Family and friends are another important part of life to be thankful for. Family and friends are usually the first and best resource to turn to – during the good times and the bad times. They are the ones there ready to share in the joy and help absorb sorrows. As essential as it is to be grateful for them, it is just as crucial to be there for them in return. Though the holidays can go by so quickly (and seem to return just as fast), remembering what this time of year symbolizes and the impact it can have on lives should remain on the forefront of thought. It doesn’t have to be too difficult. Just taking time to appreciate the simple things and provide the same for others will help enrich those celebrations, traditions and memories.

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Hello, maintenance? My trailer has...honey bees? There is an old Garfield comic that shows Garfield the cat in a brown paper bag. Garfield is minding his own business, imagining, when out of nowhere Odie pops up in the bag with him. Garfield replies, “Hello, Maintenance? Call the exterminator. My condo has dogs.” In my mother’s case the word dogs would be replaced by the word bees! It started out with 10 tiny bees, alive, mad, and climbing in all the windows of the kitchen. We didn’t think anything of it at the time. My mother lives down by the river, and there are plenty of insects there that a house might or might not attract with all the water. We got out the sweeper, swept up the live, angry bees and went about our day as if nothing else was wrong in the world. Mom even had company over. We had our supper, went to putter golf with my Aunt Connie and Uncle Bill, and came back home just as it was getting dark in order to eat a snack before going to bed for the night. I walked back to the bedroom to fetch something, turned on the overhead light, and immediately made a mad run from the room. The entire back bedroom, walls, ceiling, and floor were covered with live bees. At the time, we thought they might be honey bees since they didn’t look quite like yellow jackets, and Uncle Bill bravely went back to Mom’s bedroom in order to see about our rather desperate problem. Soon, my Aunt Connie, my grandmother, and my mother had all joined him, and,

boy, were those bees mad! Grandma went back with the sweeper and, out of all of us, was probably the most heroic. She earned the title of Bee Eliminator. I didn’t see it happen, but Mom said she was sweeping the bees, touching the bees in order to get them close to the sweeper, and was just busting bees left and right. But that still didn’t help us any, because the bees had chewed a hole, a very tiny hole, in the ceiling of my mother’s closet, and were crawling out at a very fast rate. Connie duck taped the hole shut after Grandma was sent back with me into the living room. Of course, this resulted in my aunt receiving two rather nasty bites. Mom also received a bite and one the next morning, as the bees that were not killed that night had crawled down into her bed sheets. There were close to 200 bees in my mother’s bedroom! That’s a lot of bees! We called Terminex the next morning. The worker agreed to come out, but, because it is against the law to kill honey bees, he said the only thing he could do for us was to find a honey bee handler. We showed him the dead bees in our water bottle, and, for the second time, I was certainly glad no one was seriously hurt. Our bees were not honey bees! They were juvenile yellow jackets! Had we waited to take care of the leak in the closet…Had we not opened the closet door…We would have had an entire colony of angry, living adult yellow jackets living in a perfectly built hive and the bites

my aunt and my Guest mother received Column would have sent them to the loby heidi cal ER. moore Because of my mother’s bee problem, I am reminded of all the subtle ways in which God cares for us. The night the juvenile yellow jackets came out, my Uncle Bill and my Aunt Connie were at the house and they helped us clean up the mess and plug the hole. My Aunt Carol gave us advice on what to do the following day and advised calling Terminex. The Terminex worker came not a day too soon. One more day and those juvenile bees would have chewed through all six layers of duct tape in the bedroom and the adult bees would have followed. Although we were wrong about what type of bee was invading my mother’s trailer, we did get them eliminated both inside and out. No more hive. No more bees. Just dead ones that Mom and I swept up, so we would not get stung by them. Most importantly, there were no ER visits! I think I am most grateful for that. There are still yellow jackets down by the river, but they do not inhabit my mother’s trailer walls. She is bee free! In a season of thankfulness, that is something to be thankful for! –––––––––––––––––––––––––– Heidi Moore is a resident of Jerseyville and a guest columnist for the Jersey County Journal.

'Tis the season I have been thinking maybe I should dress for the season, but I can’t find a salon that paints people green. Not leprechaun green, either. More like a Grinch green. This whole holiday thing makes me squeamish. Don’t get me wrong. I LOVE Thanksgiving. I LOVE Christmas. The sights and smells, the music and food. The cold nights cuddled up with favorite blankets. All of that warms my heart just like anyone else. What I am allergic to is the stress. The stress starts before Halloween is even over! We barely have time to throw away our jack-o-lanterns and people start playing Christmas music and waving their cash at the stores as they drive past. I realize that most of us do not have the time for a “Little House on the Prairie” Christmas with handmade gifts and Christmas caroling, but where is the magic in a pile of gift cards to various stores - especially when you know that you yourself just handed out an identical pile of gift cards? I wonder how many gifts get re-gifted or returned? That being said, a gift card to a yarn store would be pretty cool since I suddenly figured out I like to crochet. Having suffered an economic downturn in our personal economy this year, I find myself having to get more creative in gift ideas. I have favorite Christmas memories. My grandmother Laurene Davenport used to make the grandgirls flannel nightgowns with little hats every year. She embroidered flowers around the yokes of the gowns. I have still have one in a cedar chest. She also gave us each six jars of jelly. She is gone now. I don’t think there is a price I wouldn’t pay for one more yummy jar. One year my dad made me a jewelry box out of cherry wood. It is plain with clean lines and no frivolous decorations. It is a treasure to me. One Christmas when I was living with my mother there was no money for presents. She made a huge pan of fudge- the kind with the marshmallow creme. We sat around the tree and she read the Christmas story from the bible by candlelight and we ate fudge until our bellies hurt. THOSE are my favorite memories. I can’t even tell you any other presents I got through the years. I

don’t remember any. Sorry, Mama Guest and Daddy – if you broke your necks to give a “perfect” present Column not on this list. These are the ones by rebecca that I remember that mean somemyers thing to me. This year we are going through old photos and separating them and making albums for each child. Photos that have both children in them will be copied so that they each have one. I am going to ATTEMPT to make some pajama pants out of flannel I bought when the kids were little (when I was going to try to make special “Christmas pajamas” like Grandma used to). We might have a couple of small presents here and there but nothing grand like we have tried to do in years past. We have a new grandbaby. It is tempting to make big piles under the tree for him, but, really, how many toys does a baby just a few months old really need? Instead, we will take some photos of him with his greatgrandparents, grandparents and hopefully great-greatgrandma so that someday he will look at those and see just how many people really loved him. Even in years past when I had a little more disposable cash for shopping than I do now, I could not stand the whole Black Friday thing. My husband and I tried it once. When we got home I headed straight for the shower (those who know me know about all those “public germs” – gives me shudders just thinking about it). We decided NEVER AGAIN. We felt like prisoners that had run a gauntlet. Should I happen to win the lottery between now and Christmas I might be persuaded to jump on Amazon or buy a gift card or two, but I am officially resigning from the Holiday Stress Club. Color me green and call me a Grinch, but there you have it. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Rebecca Myers is a resident of Jerseyville and enjoys spending time with family, gardening, painting, photography and writing.

Your Views Proud to be a Panther TO THE EDITOR: Athletics in Jersey County are an ever-changing beast. Popularity in certain sports comes and goes, talent fluctuates, and records are rarely the same from year to year. However, one thing that remains the same is the pride we take in being a Panther! One important thing to note is that this Panther pride isn’t something that is given, it is earned. I cannot justly put into words the way I feel about being a Panther. As a kid, I remember going to foot-

ball games bundled up for the cold, never staying home sick from school because my mother would also make me stay home from the basketball game that evening, getting bug bites while cheering on the cross country runners, or running score sheets up to the booth at track meets. I could not wait for my chance to be a Panther and to wear that beautiful blue. Once it was finally my turn, I was thankful that my teammates felt the same way I did about pushing themselves and doing their best. Throughout my tenure at JCHS, upperclassmen set the precedent for all other athletes, quitting wasn’t an option, and we listened to our

coaches because their experiences far exceeded ours. Deep down, we felt the pride that could carry us from victory to victory, bring us back after a loss, or get us through training in the off season. And we understood, no matter how small or large a victory, it was still made as a Panther and important to all. To all current and future Panthers, I challenge you to earn that Panther pride through hard work and dedication, set an example for your teammates and future generations, and know it’s never too late for a comeback!

Megan Taake Jerseyville, Ill.

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Charlotte’s 1st birthday Charlotte Raye Churchman, daughter of Brian and Ellen Churchman of Hardin, celebrated her 1st birthday Oct. 29 with a party with her cousin Quinton, who also turned 1. Grandparents are Alan and Jill Stemmler of Fieldon, Carol Churchman of Hardin and Tom Churchman of Hardin.

Mason turns 2 Mason William Warren, son of Jeremy and Stephanie Warren of Jerseyville, celebrated his 2nd birthday on Oct. 25. Mason is the grandson of Bill and Cathy Warren of White Hall and Joe and Darlene Smith of Winchester. Great-grandparents are Greta Warren of Carrollton, Phyllis Gansz of Jerseyville and Mary Smith of Winchester.

Births Emmalee Tristan Grasle Matthew and Jessica Grasle of Fieldon welcome a daughter, Emmalee Tristan Grasle, 7 lb. 14 oz., 1:01 p.m. Nov. 13, 2013, Alton Memorial Hospital, Elder sibling is Mattelyn, 2. Grandparents are Wayne and Esther Short of Eldred and David and Debby Grasle of Jerseyville. Great-grandparents are Yvonne Short of Jerseyville, Herb and Janice Hagen of Fieldon, Herschell and Linda Hall of Brighton and Milton and Rhonda Grasle of Glen Carbon. Oliver Troy Soehnlin Josh and Robin (McIntyre) Soehnlin of Jerseyville welcome a son, Oliver Troy Soehnlin, 6 lb. 10 oz., 2:23 p.m. Nov. 19, 2013, Jersey Community Hospital, Jerseyville. Elder sibling is Ruby, 3. Grandparents are Gary Soehnlin

of Highland, Rhonda McIntyre of Dow and Ron and Denise Floyd of Godfrey. Great-grandparent is Margie McIntyre of Jerseyville. Grayson Lane Grogan C.J. Grogan of Jerseyville and Miranda Kennedy of Branson, Mo., welcome a son, Grayson Lane Grogan, 6 lb. 14 oz., 6:47 a.m. Nov. 23, 2013, Jersey Community Hospital, Jerseyville. Elder siblings are Braylon, 2, and Brennan, 2. Grandparents are Cecil Grogan of Jerseyville, Angela Campbell of Jerseyville, Philip and Patty Baalman of Meppen and Angela Kennedy of Springfield, Mo. Great-grandparents are Rusty and Gayle Willis of Roodhouse, Murel Grogan of Jerseyville, Kenny Kieffer of Hardin and Louis and Laverne Hummel of Springfield, Mo.

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Florence Zerby celebrates 104th birthday Florence Zerby is a resident at Jerseyville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Florence staid, “I am tickled to live to be 104. I don’t feel like I am that old. I have always appreciated what I have. I am blessed to have my daughter Phyllis, I guess that’s why I am still around.” Florence enjoyed her special occasion with her daughter, Phyllis, nd her sister, Helen. She received many birthday wishes from friends, family and staff. Florence’s favorite meal of fried chicken, cake and ice cream was provided by the staff to help mark this very special Day.

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NOTICE OF PROPOSED PROPERTY TAX INCREASE FOR THE OTTER CREEK FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT I. A public hearing to approve a proposed property tax levy increase for the Otter Creek Fire Protection District for 2013 will be held on December 10, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. at the Hamilton School in Otterville, Illinois. Any person desiring to appear at the public hearing and present testimony to the taxing district may contact Fran Green, 16474 Liberty Ridge, Grafton, IL 62037, 618) 498-6245. II. The corporate and special purpose property taxes extended for 2012 were $16,775.00. The proposed corporate and special purpose property taxes to be levied for 2013 are $40,703.00. This represents a 143% increase over the previous year. III. The property taxes extended for debt service and public building commission leases for 2012 were $0.00. The estimated property taxes to be levied for debt service and public building commission leases for 2013 are $0.00. This represents at 0% increase over the previous year. IV. The total property taxes extended for 2012 were $16,775.00. The estimated total property taxes to be levied for 2013 are $40,703.00. This represents a 143% increase over the previous year. 11.27

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JPL’s annual cookie exchange and more There is a flurry of activity at the Jerseyville Public Library in December for adults. On Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 1 p.m. enjoy watching “Angels Sing” with Harry Connick Jr., Connie Britton, Kris Kristofferson and Willie Nelson. Refreshments will be served. That evening, Dec. 10 at 7 p.m. is the annual cookie exchange. This year the activity will be making homemade Nutter Butter reindeer and Oreo snowmen. The library will supply materials. Then bring your appetite as well as two dozen of your favorite cookie/candy plus

Children’s activities at JPL Tis the season to be jolly at Jerseyville Public Library with events for all ages! Children in grades K – 6 can register for two exciting programs. On Dec. 7, from 1 – 3 p.m., kids can make unique snowflakes with artist, Marion Nichols. “The Snowflakey Lady” is the author of several books on the subject and currently manages Art City, the children’s art center at the City Museum. On Dec. 14, from 10 a.m. until noon, they can enjoy a Christmas party with games, a craft, and a holiday cartoon. Preschoolers can come enjoy story hour on Dec. 19 at 10 a.m., where they can listen to stories, sing songs, and make a craft. All ages can participate in December’s movie matinee. On Dec. 13 at 3 p.m. the library will be showing “Despicable Me 2.” Refreshments will be served. Programs require pre-registration. For more information or to register for an event, please call the library at 498-9514.

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the recipe. Everyone attending will taste and vote. There will be a prize for the best cookie, as voted, and a door prize. If you have been naughty and have overdue library materials, Santa is giving you a chance to return those materials and not be charged a find. Starting Sunday, Dec. 1 return your overdue materials at the circulation desk plus one nonperishable item/canned good per overdue for the Salvation Army Food Pantry. Overdue items must be returned at the circulation desk in order for fines to be waived. You may not use the outside book

returns. Jerseyville Public Library is a drop off for the Marine Corp Toys for Tots program. Try to show your giving spirit by bringing in an unwrapped gift for a child. If you are looking for a bargain gift, check out the Friends of the Library gift table in the west entrance of the library. You will find beautiful, gently used books and more. The library will close at noon on Tuesday, Dec. 24 and Tuesday, Dec. 31. It will be closed all day on Christmas Day and New Years Day.

Santa Selfie Scavenger Hunt at JPL Dec. 1-22 Teens—here is your chance to win some extra cash for the holidays. The Jerseyville Public Library is having a Santa Selfie Scavenger Hunt for students in grade 7 – 12. Two $50 gift cards are the prize, one given away based on how fast and how many challenges you meet, the second to the most creative pictures as

judged by library staff. Register and pick up the rules starting Dec. 1. The last day to turn in your pictures is Sunday, Dec. 22. Winners will be announced Monday, Dec. 23. Get the rules then grab your cell phone or your camera and get to clicking.

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JERSEY COUNTY FOOD PANTRY Items will be collected through January 1, at the Grafton and Jerseyville locations.

For each 10 items you bring in, you will have one chance entered in a raffle to win one year of 1mg DSL for free! We are also giving away 4 - $25.00 gift certificates! *Valid for new and exsisting customers.

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HOLIDAY FUN FOR EVERYONE! December Programs at Jerseyville Public Library For Kindergarten - Grade 6 December 7 - 1:00-3:00 pm - Let it snow, with artist Marion Nichols, as she shares the unique art of cutting paper into magnificent snowflakes. December14 - 10:00 am - Noon - Christmas Party! Play games, make an ornament, watch a Christmas cartoon and have a snack.

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SANTA SELFIE SCAVENGER HUNT for TEENS (Gr. 7-12) Prize - 2 $50.00 money cards (1 based on how fast/how many turned in, the 2nd for the most creative pictures judged by the Library staff). Pick-up contest rules starting Dec. 1st @ the Library Adult Movie Matinee: “Angels Sing” with Harry Connick Jr.

Tuesday, Dec. 10 @ 1:00 p.m.

Kids Movie Matinee: “Despicable Me 2”

Friday, December 13 @ 3:15 p.m.

Toddler Time, ages 18-35 months, Theme - Reindeer Tuesday, December 17 @ 6:30 p.m. Preschool Story Hour, ages 3-5, Theme - Reindeer Thursday, December 19 @ 10: a.m.

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Bring in 1 item per overdue item being returned in the month of December and your fines will be forgiven. Items may not be returned in the outside book drop.

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Jerseyville, Illinois

MARK YOUR CALENDAR Fox Theatre welcomes ‘A Christmas Carol’ to its stage Dec. 5-8 The Nebraska Theatre Caravan returns to St. Louis with its delightful stage production of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.” The Fabulous Fox Theatre is thrilled to welcome this holiday classic to its stage for the 25th time Dec. 5-8. The heartwarming tale depicts Scrooge, whose values are focused exclusively on profit, and his conflicts with the struggling Cratchit family, whose tragic problems typified the working class during the Industrial Revolution in Victorian England. The touching climax is based on Dickens’ belief that the ills of a greedy world can be healed by brotherhood and unselfishness. The colorful scenery and elaborate costumes faithfully recreate the Victorian period. Exceptional voices, lively dancing and dazzling

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special effects like the mysterious spinning bed combine to create a spectacular holiday treat for the entire family. Performances of “A Christmas Carol” at the Fox run Thursday, Dec. 5 through Sunday, Dec. 8 with performances Thursday and Friday at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday at 1 p.m. and

6 p.m. Ticket prices range from $20 to $42 and are subject to change. Please visit FabulousFox.com for current pricing information. Tickets are on sale now and are available at the Fox Box Office, online at MetroTix.com or call (314) 5341111. Group orders of 15 or more may be placed by calling (314) 5352900.

Jersey County Business Association

Gift Certificate Program

Looking for a unique gift idea for friends, family or employees?

The JCBA gift certificate is a great way to say Merry Christmas! This program was implemented in 2004 and designed to keep spending local. We are here to promote the business community and support them in any way we can.

The certificates can be purchased at the JCBA office located at:

209 N. State St. in Jerseyville or by calling 618-639-5222

They are available in $5, $10, $20, $25, & $30 denominations, and can be redeemed at over 40 local businesses listed on the back of the certificate.

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Annual Carlinville Christmas Market of Carlinville to celebrate 24 years next weekend History this Like Santa’s elves, the Carlinville Christmas Market Foundation board of directors is busy most of the year, making . . . not toys but plans for the Christmas Market holiday weekend. And those plans are coming together once again for another family-fun celebration of the holiday season on Carlinville’s historic town square. The Market has been a central Illinois tradition since 1990. Kami Stayton, CCMF president, confirmed that the 2013 Christmas Market, which runs from 3 p.m. on Friday, December 6 through 3 p.m. on Sunday, December 8, will include the favorites that have enticed visitors to return year after year, as well as some new attractions that help keep the Market fresh. The theme for this year is “Candy Land.” “One of the biggest draws is always the visiting vendors in the big, white tent,” Stayton explained. “Right now we have 53 signed up, 14 of them new to the festival. We expect we’ll

add some more between now and the start of the Market. And there will be one big T-shaped tent running the length of the first block on East Main again. That format worked well last year. Admission to the tent is $2 per person. “Another really big draw is our own collection of Carlinville shops on the square – gifts, collectibles, jewelry, clothes, antiques, and flowers, among others. Of course, as far as the little kids are concerned, the best thing about Christmas Market is not the shopping but their chance to see Mr. and Mrs. Claus and visit with Santa.” “We’ll also have the narrated trolley tour of Carlinville landmarks and our horse-drawn carriage rides again,” Stayton added. “They’re just a dollar each. Some of our other popular attractions are Professor Longhair for the kids, Hiroshi Tada the top spinner, and Chip Off the Old Block ice sculptors.” New this year, according to Stayton, will be the Candy Cane Café in the Knights of

Columbus Hall on the north side of the square. For the first time, a number of Carlinville shops that are off the square will now have their own booths inside the Café, thus broadening shoppers’ opportunities to find the gifts and goods they are looking for. The Candy Cane Café also will house some food vendors and feature games and face painting for the children. The Knights of Columbus Hall is next to the Carlinville Chamber of Commerce office, which will be Market headquarters during the festival again this year. Also new for 2013, Carlinville area Cub Scouts will be selling holiday greenery outside the main entrance of the visiting vendor tent. More details about the 2013 Christmas Market will be available as the CCMF board’s arrangements are solidified. Call 217-473-9048 with questions. Or visit www. CarlinvilleChristmasMarket. com for updated news and information about the festival’s origin, history, and purpose.

Holiday spending season by the numbers The holiday season is significant for a variety of reasons. In addition to its religious significance, the holiday season is when many retailers enjoy their greatest successes. To understand just how much business Christmas and Chanukah can bring in, consider the following figures. 20: The percentage of annual sales jewelry stores indicate are made during the month of December. 150,205: The number of clothing and accessories stores open in the United States as of 2009. 27.2: The amount, in billions of dollars, spent during the December 2010 holiday retail season. 983: The amount, in millions, of Christmas tree ornaments imported from China between January and September 2011. 34.87: The average cost of real Christmas trees as of 2011, Artificial trees sell for an average of $70.55. 4.0: The percentage the National Retail Federation expects retail sales to increase this year. 2012: The year when holiday retail sales were the weakest since 2008. According MasterCard Advisors SpendingPulse, sales in the last two months of 2012 increased by just 0.7 percent from the previous year. Some financial analysts blamed Hurricane Sandy, an epic storm that caused billions of dollars in damage along the eastern coast of the United States, for the small increase in consumer spending.

Did you know? Christmas Day has become a big day in the movie business. Many studios now release bigbudget films on December 25th, and audiences have recently flocked to the theaters to see some of their favorite stars in films that opened on Christmas Day or shortly before. "Avatar," the 2009 James Cameron film that would go on to gross $760 million in domestic receipts alone, holds the distinction of earning the second most money on Christmas Day, when it earned a little more than $23 million despite having already been out in the theaters one full week. A pair of 2012 films, the latest big screenadaptation of "Les Miserables" ($18 million) and Quentin Tarantino's "Django Unchained" ($15 million), round out the top five highest grossing films on Christmas Day. Numerous films are slated to open on December 25, 2013, including Stiller's "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty" and "Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit," starring Chris Pine and Kevin Costner.

24: The percentage of U.S. retail sales made by only the Northeast and mid-Atlantic states. 8.4: The percentage growth of online sales from 2011 to 2012. Online sales generally make up about 10 percent of total holiday business. 70: The number, in millions, of poinsettia plants sold in the United States each year.

107,000: The projected cost, adjusted for inflation, of all of the gifts in "The Twelve Days of Christmas." 74: The percentage of adults who say the female head of the household is most likely to wrap all of the family's gifts. 3: The number of years a storebought Christmas fruit cake can be kept fresh if it is refrigerated.

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Join Local Author Louise Jett at Several Upcoming Book Signings Local author Louise Jett has made it possible to give the gift of Carlinville history this Christmas with the publication of her new book, “Images of America: Carlinville.” “Those interested can learn about Carlinville history while supporting local businesses,” Jett said. “Not only will I be signing books, but I will also have some unpublished images to share with readers.” The Sly Fox Book Store, which is located on the Virden Square, will host a book signing from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 30, during Small Business Saturday. Jett will also be selling and signing books at the Carlinville Christmas Market during the first weekend of December. She will be at the Macoupin County Historical Society Museum Friday, Dec. 6, and Sunday, Dec. 8, and at the Macoupin County Courthouse Saturday, Dec. 7, where she will be also giving tours. “Images of America: Carlinville” features 212 photographs from the Macoupin County Historical Society and Carlinville Public Library archives and ten chapters with introductions. Half of the royalties from “Images of America: Carlinville” will be donated to the MCHS. “Carlinville has such a rich, unique history,” Jett said. “Our community really deserves a book like this. It is my hope that my book helps keep local history alive for many years to come.” For more information on the book, please call Jett at (217) 556-1731 or visit www.facebook.com/carlinvillebook.

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impression that Mr. Claus himself has arrived. Extra measures to keep Santa alive can help everyone enjoy the holiday that much more. n Take advantage of opportunities to spend time with Santa. Parents and children alike have many opportunities to spend time with Santa during the holiday season, including photo opportunities at the mall and personalized videos sent directly to youngsters' email accounts. Elf dolls and breakfast with Santa at a nearby restaurant are other opportunities to spread the magic. Make the most of these opportunities over the course of the holiday season. n Spread some Christmas cheer. Santa's job is to bring presents to the world's children. Channel the notion that giving is better than receiving and spend time giving back to others as a family. Schedule a day when you can distribute gifts at a senior center or arrange to bring gifts to a foster child. Bake cookies and deliver cellophanewrapped dishes to all of your neighbors. These activities put the emphasis on giving.

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NOTICE OF PROPOSED PROPERTY TAX INCREASE FOR COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT #100, JERSEY & GREENE COUNTIES I. A public hearing to approve a proposed property tax levy increase for Community Unit School District #100, Jersey & Greene Counties, Illinois for 2013 will be held on December 18, 2013 at 6:15 p.m. at the Community Unit School District #100 Unit Office Board Room, 100 Lincoln Street, Jerseyville, Illinois. Any person desiring to appear at the public hearing and present testimony to the taxing district may contact Mrs. Lori Hopkins, Superintendent, Community Unit School District #100, 100 Lincoln Street, Jerseyville, Illinois 62052; (618) 4985561.

Charles ‘Chuck’ Baker Charles Edward “Chuck” Baker of Fidelity died at 11:35 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 23, 2013 at his home of 21 years in Fidelity surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Carrollton on July 13, 1952, one of nine children born to Kenny and the late Margie (Coonrod) Shaw. Charles enlisted with the United States Army and served his country honorably as a SP4 with tours in Vietnam spanning from 1969 to 1974. He was employed as a deckhand with Arto Barge Lines for eight years before retiring in 2004. He was an active member of the Eldred American Legion Post 1135 and took great pride in his military experience. He enjoyed playing guitar and above all cherished each and every moment spent with his family, particularly his grandchildren, who truly were the apple of his eye. He married the former Brenda Teney on Jan. 13, 2011 in Jerseyville and the two were blessed with many wonderful years together. Surviving are his wife, Brenda Baker of Fidelity; three children and their spouses, Jay and Betty Baker of Palmyra, Tracy and Nathan Baker of Hettick and Dottie Baker of Auburn; five stepchildren whom he loved as his very own, Chester and Julie Grizzle of Arkansas, Billy and Amy Grizzle of Fidelity, JD Grizzle of Kane, William Kelley of Fidelity and Jerri and Tim Richardson of Fidelity; 21 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; his father, Kenny Shaw of Greenfield; six sisters, Dottie Erwin of Orangeburg, S.C., Fannie Stewart of Eldred, Elma & Chris Elliott of Greenfield, Sherry Woodkirk of Springfield, Lavada Boatman of Greenfield, and May and Bill Howland of Carlinville; as well as a brother, Pete Shaw of Greenfield. In addition to his mother, Margie, Charles was preceded in death by a stepdaughter, Tonny Grizzle; five grandchildren, Cassandra and Nathanial Grizzle, Candace Baker, and Don and Joshua Grizzle; one great-grandchild; a brother, Kenneth Shaw; and his mother-in-law, Margaret Grogan. Visitation was from 12 noon until time of services at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 26, at Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville with full military honors being conducted by the Tri-County Honor Guard. Cremation rights followed funeral services. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the family in care of Crawford Funeral Home. Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville is entrusted with arrangements.

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Jesse Calvin Singleton, 75, of Fidelity died at 11:59 p.m. Nov. 21, 2013 at DesPeres Hospital. He was born March 29, 1938, in Carrollton, son of the late Jess and Eunice (Withrow) Singleton. He married Grace (Baze) Wayman Dec. 9, 1986, in Jerseyville. He retired as a custodian from Jersey Community High School in 2000 after 25 years of service. Survivors include his wife, Grace Singleton of Fidelity; a daughter, Frances Cummings of Lacy, Wash.; stepchildren, Rick, Elaine, Sharon and Tom; grandchildren, Steven, Susan, Dakota, Cheyenne, Justin, Heather and Richie; great-grandchildren, Heavenly Angel, Little NayNay and Kailey Jo; and a sister, Virginia of Arkansas. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Millie, Margie and Cora; and stepchildren, Jim and Cecil “Butch.” Visitation was from 9 a.m. until time of funeral services at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 27, at Alexander and Gubser Funeral Home in Jerseyville. The Rev. Chuck Keene officiated. Burial took place in Carter Cemetery in Carrollton. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the family.

Gervase Paul Zipprich, 91, of Jerseyville, died at 9:57 a.m. Monday, Nov. 25, 2013 at his residence. He was born in Calhoun County on Oct. 18, 1922, the third of four sons born to the late John and Mary (Traufler) Zipprich. As a young man he had worked at the International Shoe Factory and later worked for Baughman Manufacturing in Jerseyville until the plant closing. He was a member of the Holy Ghost Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus, both in Jerseyville. He is survived by a brother and sister-in-law, Fred and Marie Zipprich of Augusta, Kan.; a sister-in-law, Beth Zipprich of Port Neches, Texas.; nieces and nephews and their spouses, Barbara Zipprich of Jerseyville, John Zipprich of Houston, Texas, James and Nancy Zipprich of Jerseyville, Michael and Nancy Zipprich of Elsah, Marilyn and John Birt of Keller, Texas, Cynthia Zipprich of Kansas City, Mo., Colum Zipprich of Florence, Ky., Larry and Karen Zipprich of Oak Hill, Va., and Keith and Mandy Zipprich of Hutchinson, Kan. He was preceded in death by a two brothers and a sister-in-law, Jerome and Marie Zipprich, and Sylvester Zipprich; as well as a niece, Carliss Rosello. Visitation was from 9:30 until 10:45 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 27 at Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville. A Mass of Christian Burial was conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Jerseyville with Father William Hembrow officiating. Burial took place in St. Francis Xavier Cemetery in Jerseyville. Memorials may be given to the Knights of Columbus in Jerseyville.

Leonard Hopper Leonard Neil Hopper, 88, of Waterloo, formerly of Jerseyville and Bunker Hill, died at 8:52 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 21, 2013 at St. Anthony’s Hospital in St. Louis, Mo. He was born Oct. 9, 1925, in Shipman, son of the late Willard Neil and Nellie (Smith) Hopper. He and Doris Jean (Pruett) Gagnor of Carlinville were married in 1951. They were later divorced. He was a farmer and also a laborer at Olin. Survivors include a son, David A. and Mary Anne Hopper of Waterloo; and grandchildren, Michelle and Scott Sujka, Christine, Amy, Mike and John Hopper. He was preceded in death by his parents. Visitation was from 1 p.m. until time of services at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24 at Targhetta and Wooldridge Funeral Home in Shipman. The Rev. Ray Robinson officiated. Burial took place in Shipman Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the American Cancer Society. Online information and guestbook may be found at targhettaandwooldridge.com.

THANK YOU! Our sincere thanks to our family and friends for the cards, prayers and memorials to the Otter Creek Historical Society in memory of Fred, and to our wonderful neighbors, Barbara Marshall and Bill Kirchner. A special thanks to Carl and Zach of Crawford Funeral Home for their professional, caring and efficient services, and to Rev. Marty Smay who conducted the “Celebration of Life.” -The Family of Fred Nolan

II. The corporate and special purpose property taxes extended or abated for 2012 were $10,285,267. The proposed corporate and special purpose property taxes to be levied for 2013 are $11,243,772. This represents a 9.3% increase over the previous year. III. The property taxes extended for debit service and public building commission leases for 2012 were $2,284,760. The estimated property taxes to be levied for debit service and public building commission leases for 2013 are $2,338,820. This represents a 2.4% increase over the previous year. IV. The total property taxes extended or abated for 2012 were $12,570,027. The estimated total property taxes to be levied for 2013 are $13,582,592. This represents a 8.1% increase over the previous year. Secretary, Board of Education Community Unit School District #100 Jersey & Greene Counties, Illinois

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Sign up for news updates! NOTICE OF PROPOSED PROPERTY TAX INCREASE FOR LEWIS & CLARK COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT #536. I. A public hearing to approve a proposed property tax levy increase for Lewis & Clark Community College District #536 for 2013 will be held on December 10, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. at the Office of the Board of Trustees in Erickson Hall, Lewis & Clark Community College in the Community College District. Any person desiring to appear at the public hearing and present testimony to the taxing district may contact Sue Keener, Secretary to the Board of Trustees, Lewis & Clark Community College, 5800 Godfrey Road, Godfrey, IL 62035. Telephone (6l8) 468-2001. II. The corporate and special purpose property taxes extended or abated for 2012 were $12,939,396. The proposed corporate and special purpose property taxes to be levied for 2013 are $15,357,784. This represents a 18.69% increase over the previous year. III. The property taxes extended for debt service and public building commission leases for 2012 were $9,404,487. The estimated property taxes to be levied for debt service and public building commission leases for 2013 are $9,578,826. This represents a 1.85% increase over the previous year. IV. The total property taxes extended or abated for 2012 were $22,343,883. The estimated total property taxes to be levied for 2013 are $24,936,610. This represents a 11.60% increase over the previous year.

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Wednesday, Dec. 4: Jerseyville Lions Club and Kiwanis Club of Jerseyville pork steak dinner at the Jerseyville Elks Lodge from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6: Bring your child or grandchild to see Santa at Jersey State Bank from 1:30 to 4 p.m. in the main lobby. Pictures may be taken by parents/guardians. Saturday, Dec. 7: First Presbyterian Church of Brighton annual Cookie Walk and Christmas Country Store from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Activities available while parents shop, including a visit with Santa. Saturday, Dec. 7: JCHS Theatre Department annual pork steak dinner in the cafeteria from 4 to 8:30 p.m. Tickets available from any theatre student, JCHS office or at the door. Carryouts available. Saturday, Dec. 7: Jerseyville Public Library presents artist Marion Nichols as she shares the art of cutting paper into snowflakes from 1 to 3 p.m. Program is for kindergarteners through 6th graders. Registration required by calling 498-9514. Saturday, Dec. 7: Otter Creek Historical Society hosting Bridgeton Afterlife Paranormal Society who will reveal the findings of their investigation of the historic Hamilton Primary School at 5 p.m. at the school, 107 E. Main, Otterville. For more information call (618) 447-4935. Saturday, Dec. 7: Southern Gospel Christmas featuring Mark 209 from Nashville at Bethalto Church of God at 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8: Kids visit with Santa at 2: p.m. at Grafton

Legion Banquet Hall. Call Santa’s elves at 786-3381 so they have enough gifts. Monday, Dec. 9: Professional live production of St. Faustina at St. Francis Xavier. Event is free, although a good will offering will be collected to help support Leonardo deFilipis in his ministry. No reservations required. For more information call (618) 498-3518. Tuesday, Dec. 10: Adult movie matinee featuring “Angels Sing” with Harry Connick Jr. at the Jerseyville Public Library at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 10: Jerseyville Public Library’s annual Cookie Exchange at 7 p.m. Bring two dozen of your favorite cookies/ candies and a copy of the recipe. Everyone attending will sample and vote for their favorite with the winner receiving a prize. Friday, Dec. 13: Kids movie matinee featuring “Despicable Me 2 at the Jerseyville Public Library at 3:15 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14: Hope Lutheran Church 19 th annual Cookie Walk and Craft Bazaar from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 14: Christmas party from 10 a.m. to noon for kindergarteners through 6th graders. Play games, make an ornament, watch a Christmas cartoon and have a snack. Registration is required by calling 498-9514. Saturday, Dec. 14: Whalen Hill Post 648 Grafton Legion Steak Fry from 5 to 8 p.m. Call 786-3381 for reservations. Tuesday, Dec. 17: Toddle Time for ages 18 to 35 months at the Jerseyville Public Library at 6:30 p.m. The theme is reindeer. Thursday, Dec. 19: Preschool Story Hour for ages 3 to 5 at 10 a.m. at the Jerseyville Public Library. The theme is reindeer.

Journal NOTES Small Business Saturday Nov. 30 Saturday, Nov. 30 has been designated as Small Business Saturday for 2013. This is a nationwide initiative targeted at enticing consumers to spend locally. It takes place on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, comfortably set between Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Small Business Saturday is another opportunity for shoppers to get great deals while supporting local businesses. Illinois, alone, has more than 1.1 million small businesses, making small business the backbone of America’s economy. An interesting statistic…for every $100 spent in independent, locally-owned stores, $68 is put back into the local community. The goal is to show appreciation and support to local businesses through promotion and patronage.

JCHS Christmas Tree Challenge 2013 It is that time of year again to start thinking about what special tree you would like to display in the Jersey Community High School main lobby for the Annual Christmas Tree Challenge. Trees must be completed by Monday, Dec 2. All trees will be numbered so the owner’s identity will not be seen. Every class, activity, sport, group, school and community is enouraged to participate as the funds received from this challenge will benefit students and food pantries in the Jerseyville area. If you have any questions, please contact Deanna Bridgewater at the high school at 498-5521 ext. 226 or Deanna.bridgewater@jersey100.org. This is a very entertaining way of helping those in need this holiday season.

Scholarships offered Noble Grand Richard Jones and Linda Jones of Jerseyville Odd Fellows Lodge and Ruby Rebekah Lodge are announcing that the Illinois Odd Fellows and Rebekahs, one of the world’s oldest fraternal organizations dedicated to service for the betterment of mankind, has funds available for several scholarship awards during the 2013/2014 school year for students who are residents of Illinois and citizens of the United States. Scholarships will be awarded on the basis of financial need and scholastic ability and must be a grade point average of “C” or above with plans to attend an accredited college or trade school. Students may obtain an applications at the website at www.ioof-il.org. The application will be on the website from Dec. 1 until Feb. 5, 2014. Completed applications must be received in the Grand Lodge office, 845 Wyatt Ave., PO Box 248, Lincoln, IL 62656 before March 1, 2014. Recipients will be notified by June 2014. If you would like a list of the recipients please enclose a self-addressed stamped envelope with the application.

War Memorial bricks available The Jersey County War Memorial, which is located on the courthouse lawn in Jerseyville, has undergone some major changes over the past few years with the laying of memory bricks being one of the memorial’s biggest changes. To purchase a brick for the memorial, send a check for $50 to the Jersey County Recorder’s office, 200 N. Lafayette, Jerseyville, IL 62052, and designate that it is for a memorial brick. Also include the person’s name, rank and which war they served in and which branch of the military they served in. Each time, a copy of an honorable discharge of DD214 must be provided.

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(Above) Lauren Davis puts up a contested shot against Staunton Tuesday at Jersey Community High School. (Right) Caroline Crawford runs into teammate Lauren Davis during pre-game introductions Tuesday at Jersey Community High School. The Lady Panthers beat Staunton 68-32 in their home 2013-14 home opener to improve to 2-2 this season.

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Erin Laubscher lines up a shot for the Lady Piasa Birds against Calhoun Saturday at Southwestern High School. The sophomore scored 12 points in the Lady Birds' tournament-opening win.

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Lady Panthers freshman Bethany Muenstermann shoots a free throw for the Lady Panthers during their 68-32 win against Staunton Tuesday at Jersey Community High School.

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Southwestern's Maddy Greeling protect the ball and looks to make a pass during the Lady Piasa Birds' 64-62 overtime win against Calhoun Saturday. Greeling scored a team-high 22 points in the victory.

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Sydney Hagen looks to make a pass against Staunton Tuesday at Jersey Community High School. The junior chipped in eight points in the Lady Panthers' win.

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Kelsey Rhoades follows through on a free throw during the fourth quarter of the Lady Piasa Birds' overtime win against Calhoun Saturday at the Southwestern Thanksgiving Tournament. Rhoades scored eight points as the Lady Birds won their tournament opener 64-62.

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Brockman recognized for 50 years with DAR Illinois State Regent Pamela Petersen Bork, left, presents Sarah Strang Griswold Brockman her 50-year membership certificate at Dr. Silas Hamilton’s 50th Anniversary meeting held at the Presbyterian Church in Jerseyville on Nov. 23.

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Cancer or Alzheimer's disease is seldom something to cheer about. But there may be one positive to come from a cancer or Alzheimer's diagnosis. New research indicates older people who have either Alzheimer's or cancer are less likely to get the other disease. Although in essence it is a nowin-scenario, researchers at the National Research Council of Italy in Milan, headed by study author Dr. Massimo Musicco, have found that having cancer seems to protect seniors from Alzheimer's disease. The reverse also appears to be true. If you receive a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease, you are at a far lower risk of developing cancer. Dr. Musicco has said,

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Members of the 2013-14 Jersey Community High School Panthers bowling team are, front row left to right, Chris Lott, Brendan Vanost, Brandon Handler, Jacob Freand, Kenneth Nelson; back row left to right, Dane Farmer, Dylan Blackburn, Kevin Mangrum, Charles Mincy, Trevor Ayres and Jeffrey Gump. Not pictured is Jayce Heberling.

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Members of the 2013-14 Jersey Community High School Lady Panthers bowling team are, front row left to right, Bethany Stocks, Lindsay Vanost, Miranda Olson, Taylor Stocks, Sammi Frazier, Cassidy Tallman, Jessica Kuebrich; back row left to right, Lauren Boschert, Allyssa Nicholson, Emily Stemmler, Kelsey Schott and Jassmyn Hall.

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Jersey rolls in home opener SAM ELLIOTT Jersey County Journal Junior Lia Roundcount scored a game-best 24 points on 9-of-14 shooting and added nine rebounds to lead the Jersey Community High School girls basketball team to a 68-32 victory against Staunton in the Lady Panthers' home opener Tuesday in Havens Gymnasium. "That may be a career game for her," first-year head coach Stephanie Harris, making her home debut Tuesday, said. "She was able to turn and score and she was really posting hard, which is something we've been working on. I think she saw what she can do for our team because she's definitely going to be one of our go-to players." The Lady Panthers (2-2) built a 19-9 advantage through the first quarter and led 32-13 at halftime despite another go-to player, senior Macy Thurston, missing most of the half due to foul trouble. Jersey got ahead early and stayed there thanks to an aggressive defense that forced 36 Staunton turnovers — 25 in the first half. "The press isn’t exactly something we’ve worked on a whole lot, it was just something we wanted to throw out there," Harris said. "I think, with the personnel that we have, that it’s something we’re going to go to more. We’re athletic enough to get up and down and force some turnovers. That kind of sparked us." Staunton got within 13 points of the lead midway through the third quarter, but the Lady Panthers went on

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Varble named all-state For the second year in a row, Jersey Community High School will be represented on the Illinois Football Coaches Association Class 5A all-state team. Panthers junior Jacob Varble was selected as one of five wide receivers to earn all-state honors on the 18-man team. Varble reeled in 66 receptions for 940 yards — both school records — and six touchdowns this season. He doubled as a linebacker for Jersey on defense, finishing the year with 49 total tackles, three

sacks, one interception and one fumble recovery. Varble will be recognized and receive his all-state award prior to the Class 5A state championship game between Springfield Sacred Heart-Griffin and Lombard Montini at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb. A pair of Panthers opponents from this season put senior offensive linemen on the Class 5A all-state team. Tanner Farmer from Highland and Greg White from Bartonville Limestone were both among the all-state selections.

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Lia Roundcount heads to the basket during the Lady Panthers' 68-32 win against Staunton Tuesday at Jersey Community High School. The junior center tallied a game-high 24 points and nine rebounds. michaelrweaver.com

a 21-0 run from that point through the first three minutes of the fourth. Thurston finished with 13 points and nine rebounds, sophomore Lauren Davis added nine points and

eight rebounds off the bench and junior Sydney Hagen chipped in eight points. "We're working hard," Harris said. "We still have to work on the

little things. Sometimes we make things difficult on ourselves, but we've been hitting the boards well and playing good defense overall." selliott@campbellpublications.net

This season, the Jersey Community High School boys basketball team brings back four starters from a team that went 17-13 in 2012-13 — the first winning campaign for the Panthers since 2007-08 — and the returning experience has hopes high as a new season approaches. "Two junior starters already have two years of varsity experience under their belts," head coach Stote Reeder said. "Jake [Varble] got a lot as a freshman and Luke [Shively] got a little then, too." Starting guards Kyle Steckel and Kyle Obertino return as seniors this season, as does last year's sixth man, Billy Ritchey. "We're just so far ahead and advanced of where we were last year now because of all the experience we have back," Reeder said. "It's

one thing to be talented, but if you're smart and talented you can be a pretty good team." The Panthers tipped off their season against Centralia Wednesday at the Centralia Thanksgiving Tournament, but results were unavailable at press time. Jersey will continue tournament play against Mahomet-Seymour at 6:15 p.m. Friday, against Belleville East at 11 a.m. Saturday and against Mascoutah at 6:15 p.m. Saturday. "Centralia's got even more back than we do," Reeder said. "Mahomet's never easy to play against, Belleville East has two Division I players and it's one of our conference games with Mascoutah. All four games will be tough. But I'd like to think they'll be tough for our opponent, too."

Lady Birds eyeing tournament title Jersey wrestlers open new season

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Lady Piasa Birds sophomore Kelsey Rhoades prepares a pass against Calhoun during the teams' meeting Saturday at the 16th annual Southwestern Thanksgiving Tournament. Rhoades chipped in eight points, classmate Maddy Greeling scored a team-high 22 and Erin Laubscher added 12 for the Lady Birds, who erased a fourth-quarter deficit to beat Calhoun 64-62 in overtime. Southwestern, 4-0 overall, added a 66-40 win against Gillespie Tuesday to improve to 2-0 in tournament play. The Lady Birds host Wesclin at 6 p.m. Friday and wrap up tournament action against Highland's junior varsity at 6 p.m. Saturday at Southwestern High School. michaelrweaver.com

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Panthers senior Dustin Walker squares up with his Edwardsville opponent to begin their 152-pound bout during the teams' season-opening match Tuesday at Jersey Community High School. The Tigers prevailed in nine of 14 weight classes, winning the match 62-12. The Panthers wrestling team continued against Springfield Wednesday, but results were not available at press time. Jersey faces Pittsfield, Carrollton and Jacksonville at 6 p.m. Tuesday in Pittsfield. michaelrweaver.com

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Members of the 2013-14 Jersey Community High School Panthers varsity basketball team include, front row left to right, Ethan Ward, Jacob Witt, Zac Ridenhour, Austin Turman, Kyle Steckel, Brendan Goldacker, Zack Rowling; back row left to right, Kyle Obertino, Luke Shively, Derek Fricker, Jake Varble, George Lorton, Grant Fry and Billy Ritchey.

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Nov. 29-Dec. 7 Lebanon Tournament Away Dec. 3 Carrollton Home Dec. 10 Litchfield Away Dec. 13 Carlinville Home Dec. 17 Staunton Home Dec. 20 Jersey Home Dec. 26-30 Carrollton Holiday Tournament Away Jan. 3 Greenfield-NW Away Jan. 7 Greenville Home

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Members of the 2013-14 Southwestern High School Lady Piasa Birds basketball team are, front row left to right, Mackenzie Wolff, Ashlyn Ringhausen, Erin Laubscher, Randi Hopkins, Maddy Greeling, Emily Wolff, Samantha Burns; back row left to right, Kristin Cox, Jenna Moore, Kelsey Rhoades, Malea Bailey, Hanna Moore, Karlie Green, Peyton Heyen, Shelby Salzman and Mallory Novak.

Nov. 19 North Greene Nov. 21 Greenfield-NW Nov. 23-30 Southwestern Tournament Dec. 2 EA-WR Dec. 7 Vandalia Dec. 11 Madison Dec. 16 Pana Dec. 19 Litchfield Dec. 26 JCHS Holiday Tournament

Home Away

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Members of the 2013-14 Jersey Community High School Panthers wrestling team are, front row left to right, Robert Speidel, Trenton Hayes, Austin Kimbrel, Brendan Kennedy, Trent Tucker, Tanner Zedolek, Jacob Hampton, Brennan Rudolph, Devin Outman; second row left to right, Kelby Kincade, Dustin Walker, Alex Bertman, Brandon Critchfield, Courtney Carpunky, Jacob Hahn, Dylan Marshall, Alex Wahl, Zane Hillis, Nicholas Howell; third row left to right, Gregory Cox, Hayden Price, Briley Blade, Daniel Williams, Nathaniel Cox, Katlin Michelon, Connor Norris, Colton Perkinson, Nathan Rohmann, Jaron Wittman; back row left to right, assistant coach Darren Perdun, Cole Berry, assistant coach Duane Montgomery, Corey Richardson, Jordan McQuaid, Chris Belcher, Cody Vinyard, Brad Satterfield, Richard Branham and head coach Allen Snyder.

Nov. 26 Edwardsville Home 5 p.m. Nov 27 Springfield Home 5 p.m. Dec. 3 Pittsfield/Jacksonville/Carrollton Away 6 p.m. Dec. 5 Carlinville Home 6 p.m. Dec. 7 CM Tournament Away 9 a.m. Dec. 21 Springfield Tournament Away 9 a.m.

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Jan. 25 Alton/Cahokia/Belleville East Home 9 a.m. Jan. 30 EA-WR/Litchfield/Carrollton Home 6 p.m. Feb. 1 MVC Tournament Away 9 a.m. *Host school

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Home Home Away Away Away

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Members of the 2013-14 Jersey Community High School Lady Panthers basketball team include, front row left to right, Kiara Champan, Sydney Hagen, Caroline Crawford, Mikayla Kraut; second row left to right, Ally Schroeder, Kristen Marshall, Lauren Davis, Bethany Muenstermann, Kayli Legate; back row left to right, Ashleigh Trochuck, Macy Thurston, Lia Roundcount, Aly Varble, Claire Walsh and Libby Munsternam. Not pictured are Taylor Wendle and Mackenzie Thurston.

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Wednesday, November 27, 2013

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Jersey County police and traffic The following police reports were filed between Nov. 18 and Nov. 22. These reports are public information and are obtained from the Jersey 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 individual was charged with a felony: Dooley, Kerry J., dob 4-1-90, theft/ display merchandise/preconviction and criminal trespass to land. The following individuals were charged with misdemeanors: Rea, John C., dob 2-3-89, possession of cannabis less than 2.5 grams and possession of drug paraphernalia. Jenniches, Mary B., dob 12-10-60, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of cannabis less than 2.5 grams and transportation of alcohol/driver. Saxon, Richard J., dob 4-30-75, 2 counts domestic battery/bodily harm, resisting a peace officer/corrections employee/firefighter and criminal damage to property. Grogan, Cecil M. Jr., dob 8-2-88, theft control intent. Poore, Andrew Lyle, dob 9-13-93, purchase/possess liquor/minor, resisting a peace officer/corrections employee/firefighter and criminal trespass to residence. Williams, Marcus L., dob 12-12-84, retail theft/display merchandise. Austin, Luther M., dob 4-16-52, bad checks/obtain control property. Sunderland, Timothy D., dob 5-2264, disorderly conduct and criminal damage to property. The following individual was charged with an ordinance violation: Ontis, Tanner J., dob 7-25-97, careless driving/squealing tire.

The following individual was charged with driving under the influence: Charlton, Courtney N., dob 8-3-92. The following individuals were issued traffic citations: Harris, Robert H., dob 11-21-72, transportation of alcohol/passenger. Gettings, David D., dob 6-1-63, operating an uninsured vehicle and operating motor vehicle/registration/ suspended. Ontis, Tanner J., dob 7-25-97, disregard stop sign Kennedy, Brendan R., dob 6-14-96, registration expired. Rupert, Chad James, dob 4-23-74, driving 15-20 mph above the limit. Davison, Elaine L., dob 7-13-84, driving 15-20 mph above the limit. Davis, Kendra M., dob 11-15-80, driving 15-20 mph above the limit. Archer, Rodney C., dob 11-14-65, driving 15-20 mph above the limit. Stanley, Jay H., dob 12-3-89, driving 21-25 mph above the limit. Jenniches, Michael R., dob 5-11-64, transportation of alcohol/passenger. Bornefeld, Donald W., dob 3-5-60, transportation of alcohol/passenger. Rose Powell, Wendi E., dob 11-270, driving 15-20 mph above the limit. Carter, Megan E., dob 7-9-85, driving 15-20 mph above the limit. Bockholdt, Jack A., dob 1-16-85, operating an uninsured vehicle. Julian, John B., dob 5-18-50, operating an uninsured vehicle. Charlton, Courtney N., dob 8-3-92, improper traffic lane usage and transportation of alcohol/driver. St. Clair, Jeffrey L. III, dob 7-11-90, driving on suspended license and operating an uninsured vehicle. Stubban, Michael L., dob 12-3-93, speeding 31-39 mph above the limit.

Porter, Seth M., dob 6-28-94, driving 21-25 mph above the limit, improper use registration/title and operating an uninsured vehicle. Tobin, Nancy Jo, dob 2-22-63, operating an uninsured vehicle. Fox, Odell Q., dob 5-15-80, driving on suspended license, operating an uninsured vehicle, improper use registration/title, no valid registration and driving 15-20 mph above the limit. Barber, Brittany N., dob 3-17-90, driving 15-20 mph above the limit. Linderman, Colby A., dob 10-2593, driving on suspended license and driving 11-14 mph above the limit. Noah, Helen T., dob 2-10-70, operating an uninsured vehicle. Ervin, Brandon K., dob 12-22-86, driving 15-20 mph above the limit. Rushiti, Armend, dob 5-26-86, driving 11-14 mph above the limit. Tucker, Zachary N., dob 9-8-90, registration expired. Kersey, Lauren N., dob 4-29-91, registration expired. Holly, Heather M., dob 11-11-83, operating an uninsured vehicle and operating motor vehicle/registration/ suspended. Garrison, Chelsey R., dob 8-6-89, driving 21-25 mph above the limit. Rathgeb, Jordan N., dob 5-26-85, driving 15-20 mph above the limit and operating an uninsured vehicle. Schnelten, Billie Jo, dob 6-22-78, operating an uninsured vehicle and driving 21-25 mph above the limit. Rohmann, Jennifer M., dob 6-5-73, driving 15-20 mph above the limit. Keene, Douglas W., dob 6-14-59, driving 15-20 mph above the limit. Tepen, Barbara A., dob 8-15-64, driving 15-20 mph above the limit.

ISP emphasize safety during upcoming holiday season Captain Parsons, Illinois State Police District 18 Commander, recently announced that District 18 troopers are gearing up for the Thanksgiving holiday travel period. Captain Parsons expects high traffic volumes on interstates and roads throughout the district during the Thanksgiving holiday. Traditionally, the Thanksgiving holiday marks the beginning of the busy holiday driving period. The National Safety Council (NSC) recently released its estimates of fatalities from traffic crashes for the 2013 Thanksgiving holiday period. The Council estimates 436 traffic fatalities and another 46,600 injuries may occur from motor vehicle collisions during this busy

ISP announce results of ACE patrol Captain Parsons, District 18 Commander, announced the results of an Alcohol Countermeasure Enforcement (ACE) patrol which was conducted in Jersey County on Nov. 23. Violations........Enforcement Activity Driving under the influence arrests..1 Drug/alcohol-related arrests............3 Suspended driver’s license citations..........................................0 Speeding citations...........................5 Occupant restraint citations.............4 Total citations................................24 Total written warnings...................41 The Illinois State Police (ISP) reminds those who drink and drive that future patrols will be conducted. The ISP will continue to work to save lives by taking Driving Under the Influence (DUI) offenders off the road, arresting them, and locking them up. This project was funded by the Illinois Department of Transportation, Division of Traffic Safety.

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For the past six weeks, 24 Occupational Therapy Assistant students from Lewis and Clark Community College have come to Jerseyville Nursing and Rehab Center to participate in various craft activities with the residents. Resident Alma Schaaf and student Dawn Purcell enjoy working on a project. The activities have all focused on the students working on their skills and the residents improving theirs. Some of the crafts have included picture frames, bird feeders, ornaments and even Christmas cards. The purpose of the Occupational Therapy Assistant students at JNRC is to find purposeful activities for the residents that work on improving their fine motor skills, their ability to focus on a task and to socialize with others.

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holiday. In anticipation, Illinois State Police District 18 troopers will be implementing saturation patrols to enforce the ISP’s Fatal Four mission: Speeding, Seatbelts, DUI and Distracted Driving. Motorists who consume alcohol should consider an alternative means of transportation. A DUI arrest can cost thousands of dollars in attorney fees, court costs, insurance fees, fines, jail time, and a permanent criminal history record. Weather conditions can also be a factor, and Illinois State Police urge motorists and out-ofstate visitors to plan ahead, follow the rules of the road, and take the necessary safety precautions during this holiday driving season.

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Jersey School District #100 Annual Statement of Affairs Summary for fiscal year ending June 30, 2013

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Public Notice is hereby given that on November 1, 2013 a certificate was filed in the Office of the County Clerk of Jersey County, Illinois setting forth the names and post office addresses of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as The Discount House located at 711 South State Street, Jerseyville, IL 62052. Dated this 5th day of November, 2013 STEPHEN POHLMAN COUNTY CLERK 11.13, 11.20 & 11.27

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE INTEREST OF B.A.S., a minor, No. 13-JD-40 a minor NOTICE BY PUBLICATION GROSS PAYMENT FOR CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL Salary Range: Less Than $25,000 Megan Albrecht, Christine Bear, David Beiermann, Marcia Beiermann, Melvin Berry, Karolyn Bertman, Richard Bidlack, Ann Bishop, Carol Brown, Carrie Burgess, Hannah Bush, Angela Carey, Damon Carroll, Deborah Carter, Danna Cory, Carole Cotner, Gloria Darr, Bryan Davis, Kathryn Day, Rose DeCourcey, Dana Ellebracht, Susan Evans, Larry Foster, Kristina Frank, Jean Gaddis, Koty Garber, Angela Genisio, Jennifer Gibson, Nicholas Goodman, Mary Greaves, Donna Guthrie, Dana Hartwell, George Hatfill, Stanley Hawkins, Sylvia Hayward, Sandra Hefner, Jane Heitzig, Pamela Heitzig, Rita Heneghan, Sara Hudson, Melissa Jones, Denise Kallal, Rob Kaminsky, Nancy Killion, Jessica Kimble, Linda Koenig, Susan Laffler, Deborah Loges, Jenna Lorton, Rebecca Lorts, Sharon Lumma, Robyn Maag, Kathleen McGinnis, Melissa McKennon, Lauren Pegue, Jane Platto, Jennifer Ramirez, Candace Randolph, Beverly Reynolds, Katelyn Roady, Rita Robertson, Gwen Roy, Deann Scheets, Naretta Smay, Connie Springman, Renda Stone, Sally Stumpe, Susan Surgeon, Erin Taul, Norman Thiel, Christina Thomas, Tammy Turman, Amanda Walkington Salary Range: $25,000 - $39,999 Mary Abbott, Scott Bechtold, Sara Beckman, David Busch, John Cooper, Nicholas Crnokrak, Heather Dohrn, Nikita Eglehoff, Jamie Jones, Neely Kinkel, Kari Nairn, Jessica Ray, Cara Rojas, Ruth Ann Simms, Kelly Stafford Salary Range: $40,000 - $59,999 David Allsup, Jamie Anderson, Stacey Beauchamp, Angela Beiermann, Nathan Blasa, James Bosomworth, Gwen Brunaugh, Jason Brunaugh, Jodi Burney, Holly Campbell, Tiffany Cazier, Zoe Chin, Michelle Davis, Emily DeSherlia, Dawn Dwyer, Misty Eickhoff, Julie Elliott-Alexander, Marsha Erwin, Monica Eschbach, Rachel Evans, Norman Fabry, Debra Freeman, Laurie Frey, Rachel Gettings, Heather Goetten, Lynn Goetten, Amy Gray, Janine Hagen, Angie Heberling, Patricia Heineman, Kristen Hurley, Callea Jamison, Bonnie

Kadell, Diane Kallal, Kami Kates, Bradley Kimble, Lisa Krumwiede, Keri Lakin, Joseph Lawrence, Kelli LeBlanc, Jamie Lumma, Sarah Martinez, Melissa Medford, Robin Mieure, Genevieve Mossman, Bonnie Newlin, Angela Noble, Darren Perdun, Michelle Pickel, Sara Pranger, Leah Randolph, Heather Reed, Laura Ross, Wayne Schell, Christy Schilling, Curt Schroeder, Waylon Schroeder, Kimberly Scoggins, Kathleey Shalley, Mary Siemer, Wayne Sims, Joya Skinner, Barbara Smith, Erica Smith, Frank Speidel, Kimberly Speidel, Megan Taake, Donna Widman, Adriane Williams, Jimmie Witt, Kay Wittman, Jacqueline Wittman, Mindy Woelfel, Myra Woelfel, Angela Wood, Lacy Wray Salary Range: $60,000 - $89,999 Jamie Allen, Cynthia Barnhart, Brett Beauchamp, LuAnn Bennett, Lisa Beuttel, Michelle Bidlack, Vicki Bone, Cory Breden, Julie Breden, Bryan Brown, Michelle Brown, Scott Burney, Alan Churchman, Michelle Churchman, Kit Crawford, Susan Crone, Kimberly Davis, Daniel Diamond, Shelly Diamond, Melissa Durie, Eric Everlin, Renee Elliott, Diane Fessler, Melanie Fessler, Janet Flatt, Shelley Fry, Diana Fuchs, Christina Furl, Julie Geers, Jeffrey Goetten, Nancy Goetten, James Gorman, Benjamin Gracey, Peggy Hall, Rhonda Hall, Ann Hartman, Fredricka Hatfill, Marty Heitzig, Michele Herkert, Lisa Higgins, Lori Hopkins, Mary Howard, David Jacobs, Lisa Jacobs, Stephanie Johnson, Linda Joyce, Cliff Kaminsky, Jennifer Kapetanovich, Lisa Kolkmeyer, Stacey Kuebrich, Jill Lamer, Harold Landon, Kathleen Mattis, Brenda McCreary, Rhonda Militello, Ruth Miller, Beth Morgan, Julie Muenstermann, Melissa Nairn, Carol Pohlman, Stoughton Reeder, Kevin Robertson, Leigha Robinson, Suzanne Rodgers, Tracy Rowling, Joan Ruyle, Mary Schell, Lois Scott, Joseph Shipley, Maureen Shortal-Rench, Robert Siemer, Chris Skinner, Melissa Smay, Allen Snyder, Carrie Snyders, Julia Steckel, Brian Symes, Terri Taake, Luanne Taul, Sarah Thompson, Lori Thurston, Scott Tonsor, Mary Trask, Kimberly Wackerly, Vicki Watkins, Cathy Weinmann, Jeffrey Wieneke, Janice Witt, Dorothy Wuellner Salary Range: $90,000 and Over Kenneth Schell, Lisa Schuenke, Eddie Settles, Tamara Steckel

GROSS PAYMENT FOR NON-CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL, Salary Range: Less Than $25,000 Miranda Baalman, Nicole Baddela, Kimberly Baecht, June Bain, Joseph Banks, Marsha Berger, Robert Berger, Dale Bidlack, Benjamin Bishop, Alan Blackorby, Sandra Bohannon, Ross Breitweiser, Janie Brundies, Gordon Burklow, Laura Burton, Barbara Cain, Ralph Calame, Sylvia Chandler, Janet Chappell, Trisha Clevenger, Cynthia Crotchett, Gregory Darr, Sarah Darr, Rebecca Davenport, Marilyn Davis, Patrick Delp, Kathryn DePauw, Cheri Devening, William Duncan, Ralph Dunham, Leslie Eads, Richard Feaster, Susan Feaster, Micheal Ferguson, Mary Fessler, Roger Freand, Haily Fredrick, John Gibson, Richard Gilworth, Connie Goetten, Garrison Goode, Gayle Gowin-Prough, John Groppel, Cahty Hagarty, Sharon Hagedorn, Deborah Hill, Roger Hill, Tiffany Hill, Jaqueline Howell, Deborah Hunter, Carol Hyde, Paul Hyde, Kevin Isringhausen, Lawrence Johnson, Garrett Jones, Gary Kallal, Terry Kinder, Roger Kirby, Judy Kuebrich, Robert Kuebrich, Angela Laird, Randy Landess, Jean Lane, Carol Lardinois, Sara Lingow, Dain Lyming, Paula Main, Nathaniel McGuire, Scott Metzler, Janet Miller, Diane Newell, Michael Niemeyer, Ashley Ontis, Michelle Ontis, Beverly Perdun, Terri Phelps, Donna Phipps, Robert Plummer, Pamela Pohlman, Michael Prough, George Ray, Kenneth Ready, Philip Reese, Tyler Reno, Beverly Reynolds, Jamie Ritchey, Angela Roady, Kelsey Rogers, Judy Roth, Brenda Saettele, Dena Sauerwein, Patrick Schell, Wilson Schultz, Danielle Scott, Marian Scott, Robert Scott, Jean Sinclair, Louise Skipper, Mary Snider, Brandi Sullivan, Kenneth Terpening, Phillip Tonsor, Mark Walsh, Karen Weishaupt, Frederic Wieneke, Rhonda Wieneke, Terry Willis, Tina Wiser, Margie Witt,Stacey Wock, Scott Woelfel, William Yates, Nancy Young Salary Range: $25,000 - $39,999 Stephanie Abbott, Susan Allen, Patty Anderson, Kem Bartlett, Deborah Batton, James Bick, Virginia Bland, Denise Bock, Kathy Breden, Michelle Breitweiser, Deanne Bridgewater, Linda Burton, Sharon Butler, Alberta Clothier, Barbara Collins, Nicole Cummings,

Vernon DePauw, Julie Duggan, Ann East, Sara Eickoff, Sandra Eskra, Judith Fritz, Julie Fry, Angela Gibson, Diana Goetten, Pamela Gowin, Nancy Green, Connie Griesemer, Tony Gunterman, Carrie Hamilton, Paula Hansen, Deanna Heitzig, Rebecca Hughes, Patricia Hutchinson, Amber Isringhausen, Gail Isringhausen, Gena Isringhausen, Juanita Johnson, Marlene Johns, Joseph Kallal, Barbara Kirbach, Theodore Kuebrich, Sherri Lichtenberger, Susan Long, Barbara Lyles, Thelma McKenney, Jane Miles, Melinda Murphy, Judy Nurnberger, Ruth Oates, Tonda Pegue, Bradley Peterson, Donna Phillips, John Purcell, Melonie Purcell, Cheryl Rawe, Jan Reed, Robin Rowling, Cindy Russell, Lucinda Ruyle, Patricia Saettele, Cheryl Schwab, Jacqueline Shortal, Robert Snyder, Katherine Stine, Jack Stork, Margaret Taylor, Barbara, Terpening, Joann Tolbert, Sharon Vanausdoll, Elizabeth White, Gary Whyte, Connie Wilson Salary Range: $40,000 - $59,999 Matthew Derrick, Randy Dilks, Matthew East, Sherry Freand, Henry Genisio, Daniel Goff, Lawrence Goodwin, Christopher Griffin, James Heitzig, Debra Hill, Rose Holder, Robert Johnson, Michael Kallal, Dennis Krueger, Wanda Mielke, William Mundy, Brian Patsaros, Chad Roach, Joseph Sanders, Maryann Schaaf, James Schroeder, Larry Spears, Deborah Trochuck, Lawrence Tully, Berneda Usery, Martin Vanausdoll, Dennis Williams, James Woelfel, Kevin Woolsey Salary Range: $60,000 and over Keith Norman

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS CITIMORTGAGE, INC., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO ABN AMRO MORTGAGE GROUP, INC.,

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE INTEREST OF A.R.N., a minor, No. 13-JD-43 a minor

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UNKNOWN HEIRS OF KIM BLIGH, ABN AMRO MORTGAGE GROUP, INC., UNDER MORTGAGE RECORDED AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 200400093307, JAMES BRAINERD, HEIR, MICHAEL BRAINERD, HEIR, MICHAEL J. DIAZ AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE, Defendants. NOTICE TO HEIRS AND LEGATEES NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO YOU: Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Kim Bligh, that on October 11, 2013, an Order was entered by the Court naming Michael J. Diaz, 102 E. Main St., Greenville, IL 62246, Telephone No. (618) 664-1872, as the Special Representative of the above named decedent under 735 ILCS 5/13-1209 (Death of a Party). The cause of action is for the foreclosure of a certain mortgage upon the premises commonly known as 21790 Croxford Road, Grafton, IL 62037.

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NOTICE IS GIVEN YOU, Unknown Father, Respondent, and to All Whom It May Concern, that on the 18th day of November, 2013, a petition was filed under the Juvenile Court Act in the Circuit Court of Jersey County entitled “In the Interest of A.R.N., a minor” and that in the Courtroom of Judge Eric S. Pistorius in Jersey County Courthouse, 201 West Pearl Street, Jerseyville, Illinois, on the 5th day of December, 2013 at the hour of 10:30 a.m. or as soon thereafter as this case may be heard, an adjudicatory hearing will be held upon the petition to have the child declared a ward of the Court under that Act. The Court has authority in this proceeding to take from you the custody and guardianship of the minor. NOW, UNLESS YOU appear at this hearing and show cause against the petition, the allegations of the petition may stand admitted as against you and each of you, and AN ORDER OF JUDGEMENT ENTERED. DATED: November 18, 2013

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ELIZABETH ANNE HUNTER, Deceased No. 13‑P‑46 CLAIM NOTICE

ST. LOUIS BOILER SUPPLY .......................... 3217 SCHEFFEL & COMPANY.............................. 21460 SCHINDLER ELEVATOR ................................ 2740 SCHOOL DATEBOOKS .................................. 6592 SCHOOL OUTFITTERS .................................. 3536 SCHOOL SPECIALTY ..................................... 7017 ED SETTLES................................................... 3840 SHARPSCHOOL ............................................. 3500 SIMPLEX GRINNELL ...................................... 5083 SINCLAIR FOOD MARKET............................. 6257 SKYWARD, INC ............................................ 37981 SMOKY JENNINGS CHEVROLET ............... 11673 STECKEL PRODUCE ................................... 41182 MONICA STUDENT ...................................... 11093 SUNDERLAND MOTORS ............................. 15950 TEACHERS’ HEALTH INS SECURITY FUND ........ 80863 TEACHERS’ RETIREMENT SYSTEM ........ 352731 TONSOR CUSTOM AWARDS ........................ 6309 SCOTT TONSOR ............................................ 2706 TRI COUNTY FARM SUPPLY ..................... 163089 TRICO ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS........ 42730 TYLER TECHNOLOGIES ............................... 4413 TYLEX, INC ................................................... 41784 UMB............................................................. 472830 U.S. BANK N.A. ............................................. 42619 UNITED SPORT SYSTEMS .......................... 38500 UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE ............. 5477 WAL-MART.................................................... 14945 WALTCO TOOLS ............................................ 8642 WAUSAU TILE ................................................ 6186 DONNA WHYTE ............................................ 11245 WILLIAMS OFFICE PRODUCTS .................... 5300 WIRED TECHNOLOGIES ............................... 7489 WOODWORKERS SUPPLY ........................... 5572 WORKERS COMPENSATION SELF INSURED TRUST......................................................... 275599

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS

FIELDON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT

The Board of Trustees of the Fieldon Fire Protection District is offering for sale a 1979 Seagrave Fire Pumper Apparatus with a 750 gallon water tank, 1500 gpm Waterous pump, automatic transmission. Mileage 74,806 miles; 3366 operating hours. This vehicle is being sold on a strictly “AS IS” basis and without warranty of any kind or description. Proposals will be accepted prior to or at the meeting of the Board of Trustees on January 7, 2014 at 7:00 PM at the Fire Station in Fieldon, Illinois. Proposals are to be submitted in writing and delivered at the time of the meeting and should be directed to the Board of Trustees clearly marked “Apparatus Purchase Proposal”. Proposals may also be mailed prior to the meeting to P.O. Box 141, Fieldon, Illinois 62031, however, mailed proposals must be received by the date of the meeting to be considered. Proposals will be considered by the Board at the meeting of the Board to be held at the foregoing time, date, and location. The Board of Trustees expressly reserves the right to reject any and all proposals submitted in its sole discretion, to waive any informalities, and to dispose of the vehicle by other means should it so choose following the consideration of proposals at the meeting. Persons with questions or desiring to inspect the vehicle prior to submitting an offer may call 618-946-4476. 11.27.13

/s/ Charles E. Huebener CHARLES E. HUEBENER Clerk of the Circuit Court 11.27.13

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11.27

SOLICITATION FOR PROPOSALS

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

Plaintiff, vs.

E-RATE & FUNDING SERVICES ................... 4,500 EGYPTIAN EMPLOYEES TRUST .......... 1,536,480 JOHN FABICK TRACTOR CO ....................... 6,813 FARM & HOME SUPPLY ............................... 5,186 FERGUSON AUTO BODY ........................... 18,968 FIRE-SAFETY ................................................ 2,711 FRANKLIN FIXTURES ................................... 9,627 FRONTIER CITIZENS COMMUNICATIONS . 6,597 GMS SUPPLIES ............................................. 9,938 GTI................................................................ 36,197 GARELLLA PEST MANAGEMENT ................ 4,808 GORMAN BROTHERS .................................. 8,126 GOVERNMENT VEHICLE LEASING ........... 14,450 GRAFTON TECHNOLOGIES ........................ 4,947 GRAFTON TELEPHONE CO ......................... 4,259 GROUPLINK .................................................. 4,329 HADDOCK CORP .......................................... 6,445 HALPIN MUSIC COMPANY ........................... 6,088 HARGRAVE INTERNATIONAL .................... 11,788 HEARTLAND BANK & TRUST ................ 1,494,970 HEITZIG DISTRIBUTING ........................... 123,267 HILLYARD .................................................... 39,020 HOME DEPOT ............................................... 4,497 HONEYWELL ................................................. 5,055 HOPE SCHOOL ......................................... 143,849 LORI HOPKINS .............................................. 3,047 ISG ............................................................. 143,842 ISTATION ..................................................... 38,700 ILLINI MIDDLE SCHOOL ............................. 15,197 ILL ASSOC SCHOOL BOARDS ..................... 6,266 ILL CENTER FOR AUTISM .......................... 32,291 ILL DEPT EMPLOYMENT SECURITY ......... 12,412 ILL HEARTLAND LIBRABY SYSTEM ............ 4,110 ILL MUNICIPAL RETIREMENT FUND ....... 584,827 ILL SCHOOL DISTRICT AGENCY ............. 168,725 INTEGRATED SYSTEMS CORP ................... 6,570 JCHS ACTIVITY FUND .................................. 9,930 JCHS OFFICE FUND ................................... 76,029 JERSEYVILLE CARPET & FURNITURE ....... 2,615 JERSEYVILLE MOTOR CO ......................... 15,410

DATED: November 18, 2013

CHARLES E. HUEBENER Clerk of the Circuit Court

Payments over $2,500, excluding wages and salaries. Person, Firm, or Corporation ..... Aggregate Amount ACHIEVEMENT & RESOURCE CENTER ... 58,396 AIRGAS .......................................................... 5,462 ALL AMERICAN SPORTS .............................. 7,707 ALTON WINAIR .............................................. 5,021 AMEREN ...................................................... 28,072 AMEREN ENERGY MARKETING.............. 348,444 AMERENCIPS .............................................. 16,523 APEX LAMPS ................................................. 4,905 B & H PHOTO ................................................ 5,736 BNY TRUST COMPANY ............................ 250,000 BSN SPORTS SUPPLY.................................. 3,428 BANK OF AMERICA..................................... 31,901 BELNICK, INC ................................................ 5,330 BRASS DOOR RESTAURANT ...................... 2,717 BRECHT’S DATABASE SOLUTIONS ............ 3,091 BUCKEYE CLEANING ................................. 15,992 BYTESPEED .................................................. 3,500 CCM LIGHTING ............................................. 3,994 CDW GOVERNMENT ................................ 147,868 CXTEX.......................................................... 10,600 CAPE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY ...................... 36,107 CAPSTONE .................................................... 2,983 CARBONDALE COMM HIGH SCHOOL ........ 2,838 CARD SERVICES ........................................ 12,315 CATHOLIC CHILDRENS’ HOME ................... 6,080 CENTRAL STATES BUS SALES ............... 130,464 CIRCLE T STEEL ........................................... 2,777 CITY OF JERSEYVILLE............................... 40,000 CONNOR CO CORPORATE OFFICE ......... 10,800 CONTACT PAPER GROUP ......................... 20,109 CONTROL TECHNOLOGY & SOLUTIONS ............ 1,154,572 CRESCENT PARTS & EQUIPMENT ............. 4,537 DAI................................................................ 21,380 DA-COM CORPORATION ........................... 50,492 DAVENPORT GROUP ................................. 30,858 DEBT SERVICE FUND ................................ 15,500 DELL FINANCIAL SERVICES .................... 125,873 DELL INC ....................................................... 3,855

NOTICE IS GIVEN YOU, Unknown Father, Respondent, and to All Whom It May Concern, that on the 18th day of November, 2013, a petition was filed under the Juvenile Court Act in the Circuit Court of Jersey County entitled “In the Interest of B.A.S., a minor” and that in the Courtroom of Judge Eric S. Pistorius in Jersey County Courthouse, 201 West Pearl Street, Jerseyville, Illinois, on the 5th day of December, 2013 at the hour of 10:30 a.m. or as soon thereafter as this case may be heard, an adjudicatory hearing will be held upon the petition to have the child declared a ward of the Court under that Act. The Court has authority in this proceeding to take from you the custody and guardianship of the minor. NOW, UNLESS YOU appear at this hearing and show cause against the petition, the allegations of the petition may stand admitted as against you and each of you, and AN ORDER OF JUDGEMENT ENTERED.

SKIP A. GUNNING, Petitioner, vs.

No. 13-D-62

CANDACE R.H. GUNNING, Respondent. PUBLICATION NOTICE DIVORCE The requisite Affidavit of Publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to Candace R.H. Gunning, that the Petitioner, Skip A. Gunning, filed a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage in the Circuit Court of Jersey County, Illinois, on August 9, 2013. Thereafter, Summons was duly issued out of the said Circuit Court of Jersey County against you as provided for by law and said suit is now pending. Now, therefore, unless you, Candace R.H. Gunning, file your Answer to the Petition in said suit at the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court, 201 West Pearl, Jerseyville, Illinois, on or before January 2, 2014, a Default Judgment will be entered against you. Scott Snider, #06230300 Mormino, Velloff & Snider, P.C. 3517 College Avenue Alton, IL 62002 (618) 465-2541 11.27.13, 12.4, 12.11

NOTICE

Public Notice is hereby given that on November 7, 2013, a certificate was filed in the Office of the County Clerk of Jersey County, Illinois, setting forth the names and post-office addresses of all the persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as Photographic Imagery by Jo, located at 500 West Arch St., Jerseyville, IL 62052.

Notice is given of the death of Elizabeth Anne Hunter of Grafton, Jersey County, Illinois. Letters Testamentary were issued on November 7, 2013, to Christina Hunter n.k.a. Wolf whose address is 206 Fairvue Way, St. Charles, MO 63301, and whose attorney is Todd W. Parish, Strang & Parish, Ltd. 108 N. Lafayette Street, Jerseyville, Illinois, 62052. The estate will be administered without court supervision unless, under Section 28‑4 of the Estates Act (755 ILCS 5/28‑4), any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the Clerk. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of the Court, Jersey County Courthouse, 201 W. Pearl St., Jerseyville, Illinois, 62052, or with the Administrator or Attorney on or before April 21, 2014, and any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of any claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed. Dated this 12th day of November, 2013. /s/ Charles E. Huebener Clerk of the Circuit Court Todd W. Parish Strang & Parish, Ltd. Attorney for Administrator 108 N. Lafayette St. Jerseyville, IL 62052 Ph. (618) 498‑6821

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY, IL ASHLEY M. CROTCHETT, as Guardian and next friend of Layla Marie Crull Petitioner, Cause No. 13-MR-45 And TRAVIS J. CRULL, Respondent, NAME CHANGE OF MINOR NOTICE To: TRAVIS J. CRULL. Take notice that the requisite affidavit for publication having been filed notice is given you that a petition has been filed in the Seventh Circuit Court of Jersey County, Illinois, by the Petitioner for change of name of Layla Marie Crull, of the above captioned action and for said relief therein; and that action is currently pending. Therefore, unless you file your Response to the Petition for Change of Name of Minor Child or otherwise file your appearance therein, in the Seventh Judicial Circuit Court of Jersey County, Illinois on or before the 12th day of December, 2013, a default order may be entered against you at any time after that day, and a Judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said petition. Dated this 14th day of November, 2013. Charles Huebener CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT

Dated this 7th day of November, 2013 STEPHEN POHLMAN COUNTY CLERK

Scott W. Schultz Attorney at Law 105 E. Exchange Street Jerseyville, IL 62052 618/498-6816

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11.20.13,11.27,12.4

public notice IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY-JERSEYVILLE, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO FINANCIAL ILLINOIS, INC. PLAINTIFF VS

13 CH 28

FRANK BOWMAN A/K/A FRANK A BOWMAN; PAMELA BOWMAN; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; DEFENDANTS 16710 YATES ROAD GRAFTON, IL 62037 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 October 28, 2013, JERSEY COUNTY SHERIFF in JERSEY County, Illinois, will on January 6, 2014, in Courtroom A of the Jersey County Courthouse, 201 W. Pearl Street, Jerseyville, IL, at 8:30AM, 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 JERSEY, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: A TRACT OF LAND SITUATED IN THE NORTH HALF (N 1/2) OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (SW 1/4) OF SECTION 28, TOWNSHIP 7 NORTH, RANGE 12, WEST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS, BEING DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT A STONE FOUND AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (NE 1/4) OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER (SE 1/4) OF SAID SECTION TWENTY EIGHT (28), AND THENCE ON AN ASSUMED BEARING OF NORTH 90 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST, ALONG THE EAST-WEST CENTERLINE OF SAID SECTION 28, A DISTANCE OF 251.11 FEET TO AN IRON PIN SET FOR THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE LEAVING SAID NORTH LINE SOUTH 01 DEGREES 21 MINUTES 52 SECONDS WEST, A DISTANCE OF 195.23 FEET TO AN IRON PIN SET; THENCE SOUTH 87 DEGREES 21 MINUTES 38 SECONDS WEST A DISTANCE OF 920.21 FEET TO THE CENTERLINE OF AN EXISTING PUBLIC ROAD; THENCE NORTH 44 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 19 SECONDS WEST, ALONG SAID ROAD CENTERLINE, A DISTANCE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTYJERSEYVILLE, ILLINOIS FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB Plaintiff VS

13-CH-2

MICKISHA MARONIE; Defendants 404 JERSEY STREET BRIGHTON, IL 62012 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 23, 2013, JERSEY COUNTY SHERIFF in JERSEY County, Illinois, will on December 30, 2013, in Courtroom A of the Jersey County Courthouse, 201 W. Pearl Street, Jerseyville, IL, at 8:30AM, 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 JERSEY, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: A PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER (SE 1/4) OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (NE 1/4) OF SECTION 24, TOWNSHIP 7 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT A POINT 972.9 FEET SOUTH OF THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID QUARTER QUARTER SECTION, AND ON THE WEST LINE OF JERSEY STREET, IN THE VILLAGE OF BRIGHTON THENCE WEST A DISTANCE OF 145 FEET THENCE SOUTH PARALLEL TO THE WEST LINE OF JERSEY STREET A DISTANCE OF 75 FEET THENCE EAST 145 FEET TO THE WEST LINE OF JERSEY STREET THENCE NORTH ALONG THE WEST LINE OF JERSEY STREET A DISTANCE OF 75 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. SUBJECT TO EASEMENTS, RIGHTS AND RESTRICTIONS OF RECORD OR EXISTENCE, IF ANY. EXCEPT THE COAL, OIL, GAS AND OTHER MINERALS UNDERLYING

Wednesday, November 27, 2013

OF 49.80 FEET TO A SPIKE NAIL SET; THENCE CONTINUING ALONG SAID CENTERLINE, NORTH 30 DEGREES 32 MINUTES 36 SECONDS WEST, A DISTANCE OF 234.85 FEET TO THE INTERSECTION OF SAID ROAD CENTERLINE AND THE AFORESAID EAST- WEST SECTION CENTERLINE; THENCE SOUTH 90 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST, ALONG SAID SECTION CENTERLINE A DISTANCE OF 1078.30 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING CONTAINING 5.03 ACRES, MORE OR LESS; SITUATED IN JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 06-128-002-70 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 16710 YATES ROAD GRAFTON, IL 62037 Description of Improvements: SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH DETACHED 2 CAR GARAGE. The Judgment amount was $83,453.94. Sale Terms: 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 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.attypierce.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 #PA1303207 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I573331 11.27.13, 12.4,12.11

SURFACE OF SAID LAND AND ALL RIGHTS AND EASEMENTS IN FAVOR OF THE ESTATE OF SAID COAL, OIL AND OTHER MINERALS. TAX NO. 07-095-009-00 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 404 JERSEY STREET BRIGHTON, IL 62012 Description of Improvements: BLUE WOOD SIDED RANCH SINGLE FAMILY WITH AN ATTACHED ONE CAR GARAGE The Judgment amount was $67,584.59. Sale Terms: 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 #PA1223366 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I572017 11.20.13, 11.27, 12.4

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HELP WANTED: Part-time cook. Apply in person Monday through Friday from 1 to 3 p.m. at West Pine Retirement Village, 508 W. Pine, Jerseyville. WORK WANTED: Housekeeping, home health aid for senior or disabled, experienced, good references available. Call 618-946-7143 and please leave message. FOR SALE: Miscellaneous karate sparring equipment $5 $40/item. Call 618-789-2262. FOR SALE: 2 single-eye anchors, auger style, 30” long x 1/2” D, $20. Call 618-789-2267. FOR SALE: Agri-Fab lawn spreader, $30; 2 12 ft. packages of 3/4” pipe insulation, $10. Call 618789-2262. FOR SALE: Collector dolls, $20 and up. Call 618-789-2262 for details. FOR SALE: 31 cabinet doors, hickory with pearl finish, 21 1/2”, 27 1/2”, 15” tall and 9 3/4”, 12”, 13 1/2” wide. Can be used for crafts. Call 618-789-2262. FOR SALE: Elegant fine China dinner set, 99 pieces and service for 12; 12 dinner plates, 12 dessert plates, 12 salad plates, 12 bowls, 12 soup bowls, 1 gravy boat with attached tray, creamer and sugar with lid, 3 oval vegetable bowls, platter and 18 cups and 12 saucers. Valencia pattern. Set is 66 years old. Fine condition, $125. Call 498-3080. FOR SALE: Craftsman 42” riding lawn mower with 15 hp B/ Stratton engine, runs and looks good, $300 OBO. Call 618-3723363. FOR SALE: One B78-13 SST nylon trailer tire, $15 OBO. Call 618-372-3363. FOR SALE: Sofa/bed with 2 futon mattresses, good condition, beige with designs, sits low, $110. Call 498-3589. FOR SALE: Dark wood square dining room or kitchen table with 4 chairs, bar height, great condition, $200. Call 498-3589. FOR SALE: Eight beautiful Royal Bareuther Bavaria Germany Thanksgiving plates, 1971 First Edition through 1978. Plates 8” diameter in royal blue and white, each featuring old fashioned Thanksgiving scene, When issued each plate cost $30. All in mint condition, offering entire set for $80. Call 618-498-3080. FOR SALE: Seven “Dear To My Heart” plates, ideal for little girls’ room, artist signed by Jan Hagara. Each plate features elegantly dressed little girl holding a doll. Plate measures 8 1/2” in diameter and edged in lacy border with pink roses and blue ribbon and bows. Each plate from Hamilton collection, shows 7different little girls and 7 different dolls. The set is $30. Call 618-498-3080. FOR SALE: Two pet beds, both brand new, never used, ASPCA

brand, 23” round, Majestic Pet brand, 33” x 24”, $15 each, cash only. Call Bob at 618-535-6298. FOR SALE: One bedroom newly remodeled house in good location in west Jerseyville, nice yard with storage shed, low utilities, taxes and good investment, $29,900. Call 618-946-1074. FOR SALE: 4 load lever binders, 900 lb. rating, $100. Call 618789-2267. FOR SALE: Wayne shallow well jet pump, 1/2 hp motor, 8.5 gallon tank, cost $340 at Farm and Home, asking $200; Senco Model L air stapler with staples, $50. Call 618789-2267. FOR SALE: 1/4 ton dual pulley chain hoist with chain, $100. Call 618-789-2267. FOR SALE: Pellet furnace, $500. Call 618-786-2356. FOR SALE: 3 bedroom, 2 bath updated home on one acre 7 miles east of Jerseyville in JCUSD. Extra large 2 car garage, 2 storage sheds, new furnace in 2013, new micro-hood in 2012, new roof in 2011, new roof kitchen flooring and dishwasher in 2010, lots of storage in basement and walk around attic, good access o 67/255. Call 619946-9517 or 618-946-6074. FOR SALE: 1989 Massey Ferguson 231, 371 hours, with 3 attachments: Woods 6’ snow blower, like new, brush hot, 6 ft. grader. Asking $10,000 for package OBO. Call 618-971-7387. FOR SALE: Extang Black Max tonneau cover, fits 02 to 07 Silverado extended cab 6 ft. bed, bought in April, paid $400. Asking $150, excellent condition, purchased at NAPA in Jerseyville. Call 618-535-1699. FOR SALE: 1980 Dodge Aspen, factory T-top, 340 small block, 727 trans., 8 3/4 posi trac rear. For more details call 978-6553. FOR SALE: Corner lot, 1 acre lake access stocked, Jersey County, Brighton school. For more details or set up a walking tour, call 980-2395. FOR SALE: Harley Davidson 2010 Custom Fat Boy conversion trike, 1,268 miles, stored due to cancer. For more info call 980-2395 or 978-6553. FOR SALE: Wood furnace, heats whole house, $500; white toilet stool complete, $20; yard roller, $40; Dearborn 2 bottom plow, 3 point hitch, $300. Cute, adorable kittens, weaned, litter box trained, free. Call 618-372-8411.

FOR SALE: Firewood split and seasoned 1 year, ready to burn, cold by the truck load $50 to $70, depending on size of truck. Call 618-372-3363. FOR SALE: Like new and very nice leather arm chair, a bargain at $45. Call 498-3080. FOR SALE: Very nice collection of fine crystals, sherberts, goblets, wine, signed Irish crystal candle sticks, water pitchers, bowls and other items. In time for the holidays entertaining or weddings or Christmas gifts. All in beautiful condition. Call 498-3080. FOR SALE: 2001 Ford Escort ZX2 4 cyl., auto, air, power windows, power moon roof, no rust or dents, new front tires, clean quality used car, list $3,000, price $2,200. Call 885-5308. FOR SALE: Heirich Wolfe Ultra Trumpet includes some music, $200; Noble Clarinet, includes some music, $300. Call 618-7892262. FOR SALE: 2011 Camaro RS convertible, 6 cyl., orange and black, 59,000 highway miles, $24,500. Call 618-210-4020 after 6:30 p.m. FOR SALE: Draw Tite 2” receiver, 5,000 lb. max, 500 tongue wt, $100; 3800 digital mag timing tester all test inc. Ford, GM, Chrysler, diesel tech tack in plastic case with 2 sets wires, $10. Call 618-7892267. FOR SALE: Weight distribution bars for towing campers and trailers, $50; Call 618-789-2267. FOR SALE: 1 blue Graco car seat bases, $15 each; black/gray Evenflo car seat, $50; Evenflo X-Sport stroller with canopy, parent console and cargo basket, $25. Call 618-789-2262. FOR SALE: 12” plastic culvert, 10’ 8”, $50. Call 618-789-2267. FOR SALE: Tow bars 22” & 25” sizes, $50 each. Call 618-7892267. FOR SALE: Extang Black Max tonneau cover fits ’02 to ’06, 6’ bed extended cab Chevy, bought in April. Asking $175. Call 618-7863709. FOR SALE: Huffy Cranbroook 24” light blue woman’s/girls bicycle, like new, $85 (24” no longer available at major stores). Call Bob at 618-535-6298. FOR SALE: 7 exquisite 8 1/4” plates from the Dear To My Heart plate collection and signed by the

artist Jan Hagara. Each features a different little girl dressed in finery and holding a doll. Plates edged in a lace like design china with blue ribbons and pink roses. Each plate unique. Ideal for a child’s room, $35 for the set. Call 618-498-3080. FOR SALE: Lexmark X6150 allin-one printer, copier, scanner and fax, used, black and white print only, no install CD, but software is available online, $50 OBO. Call Bob at 618-535-6298.

FOR SALE: Organ fun machine, books, light and bench played by adult cost over $2000, will take $200; a voicemate glucose meter $5-00. Call 498-2568. FOR SALE: 4 tool boxes with hand tools, $30 each; sewing machine, $50; typewriter, $20; window fans, $5; construction jack, $10; 2 handicap walkers, $10 each; 3 canes, $3 each; 1 recliner, $25; 2 bed pans, $3 each; suitcases assorted sizes; 4x10 wire gate, $30; 2 mirrors (car/truck) for towing camper, $10; 2 kerosene heaters, $20 each; oscillating fans, $5; 3 interior doors with hardware 28”w x 80”, $20 each; man’s bicycle, $30; 1 handicap potty chairs, $10. Call 618-376-3891. Call after 5 p.m. and if you leave a message please talk slowly. FOR SALE: Two very large music related books, “Grateful Dead: The Illustrated Trip,” $25; “U2 by U2,” $25; and 2 boxed scrapbooks about Bob Dylan, $20; and Jimi Hendrix, $20. All like new condition. Call Bob at 618-5356298. FOR SALE: Huffy Cranbrook 23” light blue woman’s/girls bicycle, like new, $70 (24” no longer available at major stores). Call Bob at 618-535-6298. FOR SALE: Hirobo Shuttle Challenge radio controlled helicopter and JR radio control system, never used, $750 for cash and pick up only call Bob at 618-535-6298, $750. FOR SALE: Huge music collection: 38 vintage mostly rock albums; 95+ mostly rock CDs; 46 mostly rock cassette tapes. For $450 cash and pick up only, will separate. Call Bob at 618-535-6298. FOR SALE: Huge movie documentary and TV show collection: 180+ DVD movies, documentaries and TV shows, 100+ VHS tapes. For $500 cash and pick up only, will separate. Call Bob at 618-5356298. WANTED: Antique bottles from Jerseyville and Alton area. Top dollar paid. Call 618-781-4806.

FOR SALE: Two building lots in Jerseyville, ideal size for duplexes, apartments or extra large for single family home, water and sewer on property. Call 618-946-3496. FOR SALE: Old Chevy truck for parts, could be restored. Call 618946-3496. WANTED: Country guitarist, serious inquires only. Call 618-2257941.

Full time opening for night shift RN on the Medical/Surgical floor. Must have current Illinois RN license and BLS Certification. Responsible for providing direct nursing care to patients utilizing the nursing process, performs technical nursing functions and upholds standard of practice of a professional nurse in caring for patients of all ages. Full benefit package available. Please apply on line at www.blessinghealthsystem.org

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Wednesday, November 27, 2013

Jersey County Journal

NEWS

Jerseyville, Illinois

SF/HG Shining Knights

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The Shining Knight winners from St. Francis/Holy Ghost School the week of Oct. 28 through Nov. 1 are, left to right, Holly Forrester, Tyler Noble, Hunter Roach, Peyton Goetten and Drake Wilson.

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Members of Dr. Silas Hamilton Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution are, seated, left to right, Jennur Clendenny, Michelle Franklin, Sandy Cornelius, Jill Wieland, Sue Beach, Pamela Bork, Sarah Brockman, Judy Borger, Carolyn Brown. Standing, left to right, Roberta Groppel, Katie Morgan, Susan Jimenez, Bev Metzler, Susan Young, Patsy Halemeyer, Carol Swearingen, Dawn Miller, Betty Burch, Carol Brown, Betty Tucker, Janet Brangenberg, Rita Heneghan, Jean Ansell.

Dr. Silas Hamilton Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution celebrated their 50th anniversary with a tea at the First Presbyterian Church in Jerseyville on Nov. 23. The chapter was organized Nov. 20, 1963, with 15 members and now has a membership of 57. Members decided to come dressed in the fashion of the day which included wearing hats and white gloves for special DAR occasions. The chapter was named for Dr. Silas Hamilton, a dedicated physician and native of Tinmouth, Vt., who died in 1834. In his will he bequeathed “Four Thousand Dollars for the establishment of a primary school.” The school was built at Otterville in 1834. In 1870

the original building was razed and another stone edifice erected on the same site. The latter structure is widely known as the first free school in Illinois. Immediately west of the schoolhouse, a monument was erected according to the provisions of the will of George Washington, a slave, purchased as a young child, by Dr. Hamilton and later freed by him. It is thought to be the only monument ever erected by a freed slave to a former master. Hamilton School was used until 1971 as an attendance center of CUSD #100. Currently it is a museum owned by the Otter Creek Historical Society. Annually, a festival is held to honor Dr. Hamilton and the history of the school. State Regent Pamela Petersen

Bork of Thawville, Ill., was the guest speaker. The State Regent visits each of the Illinois chapters during her two-year term of office. Each state regent has a project that is supported by all of the chapters and Regent Bork’s project is to illuminate the flag pole at Starved Rock State Park. Her topic, “Our DAR Ties,” dealt with the ties of the past that are based on the principles of the organization for promoting patriotism, historic preservation and education and rush through the present to reach into the future. State Regent Bork presented Sarah Strang Griswold Brockman her 50-year membership certificate. Brockman and Martha Jean Wieland, the organizing regent, are original charter members.

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The Shining Knight winners from St. Francis/Holy Ghost School the week of Nov. 4 through Nov. 8 are, left to right, Peyton Finkes, Madison Schroeder, Logan Schultz, Emily Collins and Shane Lamer.

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The Shining Knight winners from St. Francis/Holy Ghost School the week of Nov. 11 through Nov. 15 are, left to right, Landon Vahle, Annie Walker, Stetson Isringhausen, Meredith Gray and Tess Crawford.

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