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Board authorizes summer maintenance, improvements By Bob Crossen Jersey County Journal The Jersey Community Unit School District 100 Board approved a series of bids for school improvement projects, some of which it aims to complete before students return to the classroom. Unit 100 received a $67,100 grant from the state in May to be used toward enhanced security features throughout the district’s buildings. Upon receiving the grant, Alan Churchman, district administrator overseeing facilities, said the grant would be used

specifically to pay for updates to West Elementary School. During a board meeting July 17, the school board approved a quote for the West Elementary School notification system at a cost of $9,500. Churchman said the wiring would be installed by the Trico Electrical Contractors before classes resume in the fall. The remaining work is up to the district. “Our people will be doing the mounting of hardware and stuff throughout the school year when we have time to do it to save money,” Churchman said, noting the state grant could not be spent until July 1 as per

Killer of woman found near Joe Page bridge faces 65 years Staff report Jersey County Journal An Alton man pleaded guilty of first degree murder and dismembering a body, and was sentenced to 65 years in prison Monday in Madison County Court. Patrick A. Chase was one of two men accused in the November 2013 killing of 30-year-old Courtney Coats. Coats’ dismembered body was found Dec. 19, 2013 near Hardin’s Joe Page Bridge. Chase, who was Coats’ boyfriend, pleaded guilty to the crimes and was sentenced to 45 years for the murder and 20 years for the dismemberment. According to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Chase must serve all of the murder sentence and at least half of the dismemberment sentence. The sentences will run consecutively, putting Chase in prison for at least 55 years. Brandon L. Chittum, of Collinsville, faces similar charges, but has pleaded not guilty. He is currently awaiting trial, and is scheduled for a Sept. 22 court date. Coats, a longtime Jerseyville resident, was reported missing Nov. 25, 2013 and was last seen Nov. 23. According to a December press release issued by Rob McMillen, Greene County sheriff, in the morning of Dec. 20, officers found a trash bag containing human body parts which led to the discovery of other bags along the Greene County side of the Illinois River.

its terms. He said the cost of the West Elementary project would be paid out of the grant funds received by the district, and what could not be paid would come out of the operations and management budget line. Similar to West Elementary, the board approved to install wiring and infrastructure for a intercom system at Illini Middle School at a cost of $30,800 from Trico Electric. During the regular meeting in June, Churchman said the bids for the project were more expensive than anticipated. Because of the higher costs, the

New bullying law not seen as leap forward By Robert Lyons Campbell Publications A law signed in late June takes aim at the issue of bullying in schools, but area administrators are not sure it will have a profound impact. Legislation signed by Gov. Pat Quinn June 26 requires schools to develop and implement antibullying policies, which includes procedures for reporting incidents, as well as parental notification. On first glance, however, some superintendents cannot see how the new law will be more effective than the one already on the books. “Somewhere in the state, I’m sure someone had a policy but didn’t act on it or follow through,” Winchester Superintendent David Roberts said. “I’m sure [the legislation] is just trying to provide some more teeth to what’s already there.” Dr. Kate Sievers, Calhoun Unit 40 superintendent, said all of the mandates in the new law are already covered by existing school policy in her district. However, several area superintendents noted they have not thoroughly read the recently adopted legislation, and usually wait for recommendations from associations of which they are a member – such as the Illinois Association of School Boards – when new laws are approved. “We’ve been required for several years to have all that in place,” Paula Hawley, superintendent

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projects at Illini, Churchman said the concrete outside the school needs to be redone. He hoped the district could wait to update it, but noted it has deteriorated to a hazardous state. “We’ve been milking that hoping that some day we’d get more money, but it’s got to a point that it’s hazardous. It’s breaking up. It’s raising. It’s not safe for people to walk across right now,” Churchman said. To keep the project costs low, he said replacing the concrete at the school will be done in multiple parts with labor outsourced through a bid (See, board, A2)

From right, Josie Hudson, Rebekah Hannah, Kate Hudson and Sally Hudson flag down passersby Monday morning with ears of corn. The four girls were selling sweet corn along North State Street in Jerseyville for $3 per dozen. Sara Hudson, the mother of three of the girls, said selling corn each year has been a family tradition since she was a young girl.

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district negotiated the price by using school maintenance employees to install the hardware after the wiring was complete. “We have broken it down, and we’re going to do it in stages,” Churchman said. “We purchase the equipment.” Churchman said the district does not have to seek bids for the hardware – phones, speakers, etc. – because it is technology equipment. He said Technology Administrator Keith Norman received quotes from companies to find the cheapest price for the hardware. As part of the health life safety

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From left, Bob Johnson and Mike Freand touch up the mortar on the stone foundation of a cabin recently acquired by the Jersey County Historical Society while society member Ron Short looks over the interior of the structure Tuesday afternoon in Jerseyville. The cabin is estimated to be at least 100 years old, and is one of three cabins the historical society needs to complete its tribute to Hickory Grove.

Hickory Grove tribute progresses with addition of one-room cabin By Robert Lyons Jersey County Journal The Jersey County Historical Society’s vision of recreating a settlement in the image of Hickory Grove came a step closer to fruition with the acquisition of a second log cabin. The cabin is the latest addition to the historical society’s campus, which consists of several other historical buildings, including a church, one-room schoolhouse and the Cheney Mansion. Almost immediately after its delivery, work began to restore the cabin. Historical society vice president Beth McGlasson said it will be returned to its original condition and decorated with period pieces. “Our goal is to have it renovated and open for tours during the Apple Festival, which is the first Saturday in October,” she said. The cabin is in great shape, the historical society’s vice president said, adding only one exterior log needs replaced. It, along with anoth-

er cabin, was donated by the Evelyn Stumpe family. McGlasson said she’s still researching the specifics of the one-room cabin and eventually a complete history will accompany the cabin. So far she knows it originated from Rosedale Township and belonged to the Plummer family at one time. “They did tell us a very interesting story on the foundation stones, which did not come from the cabin itself,” McGlasson said, noting most foundation stones were disposed of over the years as buildings deteriorated. “They came from the Fred Theil farm, which is west of town. The Fred Theil descendant who was telling the story said they were going down to the [Grafton] quarry to pick up these stones for the farm house when a rider stopped and told them that President Lincoln had been assassinated. So, they turned around and went home. It delayed their trip to Grafton to get the stone, because of (See, cabin, A2)

of Pikeland School District, said. “I’m sure we’ll have to change and revise things a little.” Most area administrators admit bullying is an issue, but feel they already have a handle on the situation. Preventative measures coupled with

“Kids get into peer conflicts because they’re kids. They haven’t learned to be mature enough to communicate and work out their issues.”

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post-incident discipline are elements of the strategies included in most school handbooks. “I think my building administrators deal with it very well, they’re very proactive,” Hawley said. “They try to nip it when it rears its head. North Greene Superintendent Les Stevens said the principal of the high school and middle school, Keppen Clanton, is preparing an “intense” anti-bullying program for students, which will be incorporated at the start of the upcoming school year. (See, law, A2)

Grafton parents seek school answers By Bob Crossen Jersey County Jounral The Grafton Elementary School library was filled with parents of students with questions about their children’s future in Jersey Community Unit School District 100. In May, the school board voted 5-to-1 to change the attendance boundary for Grafton Elementary School, meaning some of the students would go to a school in Jerseyville this year rather than Grafton. Bill Yamnitz was the dissenting vote on the matter. C

In May, the school board voted 5-to-1 to change the attendance boundary for Grafton Elementary School, meaning some of the students would go to a school in Jerseyville this year rather than Grafton. Many of the parents in attendance July 15 said they live closer to Grafton Elementary School than they do to either of the schools in Jerseyville. They worried the lengthy bus rides

would be detrimental to their children’s education. Mike Buis said his children struggle in the classroom when they’ve been on a bus for (See, grafton, A2)

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Grafton council approves sewer Law extension for guest house project By Bob Crossen Jersey County Journal The Grafton City Council approved to extend a sewer line off Mulberry Street for a proposed guest house in Grafton amid public concerns over the project. During a regular meeting of the council Tuesday night, Andrew Carruthers, an attorney representing residents surrounding the project, said his constituents have concerns about the development referred to as the Brendel Guest House. He said the residents do not know what any of the plans will be, nor are they aware of how the project will impact their properties. “It’s not a concern about development of the lot,” Carruthers said. “I think everyone is fine with it being developed into something like a single family residence. It’s the proposed use of a five-unit guest house in the general area out there, and whether or not it is feasible to have this development on this easement of property.” He said a major concern for residents in the area is an oak tree believed to be around 200 years old. The attorney said his constituents do not want the tree torn down or harmed as a result of the proposed sewer line or project. Grafton Mayor Tom Thompson agreed with that concern, adding the tree would not be harmed in any way as a result of the sewer line extension, which will cost the city approximately $6,800. He said there are alternate paths for the line to take to reach the proposed guest house, including a diversion through property owned by Jeff Lorton. Water pressure was another concern for those who live in the area. Mike Morrow, resident represented

by Carruthers, said his house gets terrible water pressure because the line is only two inches in diameter. When the lines were updated years ago, he said the line to his home was left out of the plans, a problem Thompson said happened throughout the city. The city sold its water system to Illinois American Water last fall, however, so all concerns about pressure would need to be addressed with that company, Thompson added. Carruthers said the residents want to know what variances will be needed for the Brendel Guest House, and how the development will affect traffic, considering there will be 10 parikng spaces for the guest houses. There were additional concerns about the vacation of the alley. “It appears that the whole section of this parcel used to be Maple Street. It was vacated a couple of different times over the past 100 years,” Carruthers said. “There may be a section that’s either included in the sale or potentially to be developed that wasn’t ever vacated based on the timing of the two vacations.” Despite the concerns from Carruthers on behalf of those he represents, the council approved the sewer line extension – Alderman Jerry Bauersachs voted No – with conditions on where the line may be laid. Rather than run the length of an alley between Washington and Clinton streets, the line will cut through the edge of a property owned by Lorton. During the meeting, Lorton agreed to provide the city an easement to place the line along the edge of his property, which would prevent damage to the oak tree that otherwise would be in the line’s proposed path. Concerns from the public also arose as to the location of possible

parking lots using land included in the FEMA flood buyout. Three lots were part of the discussion during the regular meeting Tuesday, but Bob Smith, concerned resident, explained the hazards associated with designating it for parking. He said the lot, at 18 West Clinton St., is too near Grove Memorial Park in Grafton to be safe parking for those using the park for play. Grafton, he said, is known for tourists who come to sample wines and beer at the local establishments, which heightened the concerns of those around the proposed parking lot. Alderman Joe Carey sympathized with their worries, adding he would like the lot to remain a grass area for additional green space near the park. If an event’s attendance warranted parking on the lot, he said cars could park on the grass. The council voted unanimously to ensure the lot on Clinton Street would not be graveled for parking. In other business, the council: n Approved a special event permit for Art in the Park to be located at The Grove Memorial Park Sept. 13 and 14 and a special event permit for St. Patrick Catholic Church’s picnic Aug. 23 and 24 to be located at 11 North Evans St. n Approved the city appropriations ordinance. Alderman Jerry Bauersachs voted against the ordinance, citing the tax increment financing appropriations were not thorough enough. n Approved Bruce Wickenhauser as the zoning administrator and building code inspector. n Approved to seek bids for the city hall expansion project by authorizing the project architect and Police Chief Chris Sullivan to do so. The council suspended the rules to take action on this item.

City completes trade of land; no money changes hands By Robert Lyons Jersey County Journal The city of Jerseyville approved trading properties with local land owners to complete the Curtis Adams Drainage project. In exchange for 2.3 acres of city-owned property in the industrial park, Jerseyville received a strip of land running on the east border of the Gorman Bros. Ready Mix plant. The deal has been in the works for some time, and a public hearing was held prior to Tuesday night’s city council meeting, where the trade was subsequently approved. “We’ve already got our pipes in there, they’re already installed,” Commissioner Billy Russell said. “We were going to just purchase it, but they decided they would rather trade those parcels of land.” No money changed hands in the transaction. “That little strip of land they’re getting in the industrial park will probably benefit them more than it would us,” City Engineer Bob Kincade said. “There’s not much

we could do there.” The council also approved the appropriations ordinance for fiscal year 2014-15. The city has budgeted $19,492,413.26. “That’s strictly a budget. A wish list is involved,” Commissioner of Accounts and Finances Yvonne Hartmann said. “If the city would have extra funds, if we’ve appropriated the money then we can spend it. Otherwise we wouldn’t be allowed to spend it for that purpose.” In other business, the council approved sending water plant operator Daniel DeSherlia to the Illinois Potable Water Supply Operators Association conference Sept. 9-12 in Springfield. Commissioners Andy Macias, Russell and Hartmann voted in favor of DeSherlia’s attendance, while Commissioner Glen Ketchum voted “No.” Mayor Richard Perdun was absent from Tuesday’s meeting. Also at Tuesday’s meeting, the council: n Approved the minutes of the July 8 meeting. n Approved the list of bills as presented, totaling $475,549.34.

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(Continued from A1) the huge news that the president had been shot and killed. That dates the foundation stone pretty exact.” The original settlement of Hickory Grove consisted of three log cabins and the Red House, which became the Cheney Mansion after several additions and renovations. The third and final cabin has been donated, and is scheduled to be relocated to the society’s property in 2015. “Then we will have the three cabins and the original red house to represent Hickory Grove, the founding of Jerseyville,” McGlasson said. Hickory Grove’s first known settlers arrived in 1815. Missouri was one of the westernmost states at the time of Hickory Grove’s founding. “We were the wild west back then

when Jersey County was formed,” McGlasson said. In 1834, the name of the settlement was changed to Jerseyville in honor of the population of settlers from New Jersey. Five years later, in 1839, Jersey County broke from Greene County and Jerseyville was established as the county seat. All of the society’s work to restore and preserve local history is funded with membership dues and donations, including money left to the society in people’s wills. Tour groups also help offset costs. Historical items also come in through donations. “We do not get any kind of government funding - local, federal, state, none of that,” McGlasson said.

“We are truly a non-profit organization.” It is a worthwhile cause the society has undertaken, she said. “It’s just amazing the complex that we have out there,” McGlasson said, making note of the Lone Star School, Union Forrest Church and the Cheney Mansion. “All of them have been restored to their original condition and have been fully furnished. When you step in that school room, it’s like you are walking into a school in the 1800s. It’s very special to go in those buildings and see them.” For more information on the Jersey County Historical Society, visit its website at jerseyusa.net or find the group on Facebook.

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(Continued from A1) approved at the meeting last Thursday. The cost of the labor to remove and pour the concrete for the bid approved July 17, was $5,900 from Kallal Concrete. Churchman said the concrete will be supplied by the school district. He said replacing all the concrete in one project could cost the district around $30,000, and that it was bid in such a way as to get the work started and completed before classes begin again in the fall. Also, as part of its action on facilities maintenance and improvements, the board approved a project to update the infield of Ken Schell Baseball Field. The baseball program has raised around $50,000 through fundraisers and ticket sales for its Busch

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(Continued from A1) “We’re trying to address it more head-on than we have in the past,” Stevens said. “We’ve never ignored it, but we’ve tried to deal with it by talking to kids and we’ve had presentations. Those things tend to be not real productive.” Efforts at Jersey Community Unit School District are focused on educating students, parents and teachers. Dr. Lori Hopkins, JCUSD superintendent, said identifying bullying situations can be more difficult in today’s society. She said many issues that are treated as bullying incidents are actually incidents of common peer conflict. “As East [Elementary] principal, I got calls from parents that ‘My daughter’s being bullied by this girl,’ and then I would talk to them on Monday and they stayed all night with each other,” Hopkins said. “Kids get into peer conflicts because they’re kids. They haven’t learned to be mature enough to communicate and work out their issues.” The prevalence of social media in students’ lives has been the most challenging aspect of bullying to keep up with, according to all administrators interviewed, as it creates a situation where students can be cruel to each other in a very public manner, often while away from school.

Before the start of each year, Illinois State Trooper Jeffrey Yenchko has a session with Calhoun students to address physical bullying and cyberbullying. In 2012, the district hosted a presentation by Tina Meier, the mother of a teenager who committed suicide as a result of relentless cyberbullying. Sievers said those presentations have a huge impact on students. Statistics from the i-SAFE Foundation – a non-profit organization dedicated to youth safety online – indicate more than half of adolescents and teens have been bullied online, and that they do not tell their parents when cyberbullying occurs. “We say things [online] we would never say face-to-face. The hurt felt by the victim is as real as if it were face-to-face in front of a huge crowd. Those things linger,” Stevens said. Roberts and Hopkins both pointed out that even though much of the cyberbullying does not occur within the school, it is becoming districts’ responsibility to respond to it. “I think for the accountability, because they have no where else to turn, they turn to the schools,” Hopkins said. “So, this is another mandate on schools.” In addition to containing the schools’ handbooks, which include bullying policies, Pikeland’s website

has a link for parents with resources on how to deal with cyberbullying at home. Separate legislation enacted earlier this year allows schools to obtain the login information for students’ social media accounts if students are suspected of using the accounts to violate school conduct codes, including cyberbullying. All of the superintendents interviewed agreed bullying is a problem that needs addressed. “Kids will make good decisions sometimes and sometimes they won’t,” Sievers said. But, none of the administrators expressed confidence more state legislation will help. “It’s kind of upsetting in a way, because it’s making the assumption that districts and professional staff don’t do anything about it. I can tell you that, at least in my district, that if we have cases of bullying we take it very seriously. If for no other reason, it could be our job on the line. If we were found to be negligent on a case of bullying, we could be in serious jeopardy as far as our careers are concerned,” Roberts said. “I hate to roll my eyes, but of all the other stuff we have to go along with and the unfunded mandates, we’re dealing with this.” The June 26 bill signed by Quinn is House Bill 5707.

affected, and the boundary change aimed to alleviate that issue, Hopkins said. Parents suggested the district create parity in the classrooms by bringing Jerseyville students to Grafton. Because of the loss of teachers, the top floor of Grafton Elementary School will be unused, but if more were brought in, the school could fill up. Megan Mahoney, Grafton student parent, said she worries about her students attending school in Jerseyville because of the hazards associated with a bigger city. As part of its transportation plan to save money, the district declared a number of roads in Jerseyville to be hazardous routes. The state reimburses the district for hazardous route transportation, and the declaration of those hazards had Mahoney worried for her children’s safety. She specifically noted the walking field trips the students take to the high school made her uneasy. “This is why I didn’t want my kids to go up there,” Mahoney said, “but now I have to fight to keep my kids in this public school. … I drive my kids. I don’t put them on the bus, and now I’ve got two kids going here and one going to East.” Parent involvement was another focus of the conversation. Bonna Downey, retired Alton teacher and administrator, said class sizes are one aspect of creating good scores, but noted the parents’ involvement in their children’s education is even more important. “If you make it difficult for these parents to get to their teachers’ conferences or just to be here and say, ‘Hey, I’m going to walk up and talk to my student’s teacher,’ then you’ve already affected their education,” Downey said. “You’ve affected them, and you’ve affected their sense of community.” Regarding that involvement in the district, Angie Parish said the board made the decision on the attendance boundary too hastily and without enough parent input. The idea had been brought up at a board meeting earlier this year, but Parish said members of the board didn’t think it was worth pursuing.

Then a few months later, she said, the board approved the change in boundary which would decrease attendance at the Grafton school from 184 to an anticipated 124 students. The third grade class room could have around 30 students. “My question was how are we going to get the information out to the parents… and it was told to me, ‘We’re just looking at things,’” Parish said. “Nothing was done in April, and in May, the presentation had been tweaked a little, and bam, the board voted on it! Nobody knew about it. … Now everybody is scrambling.” Hopkins met with around 12 parents after the meeting to further discuss options for their particular children. The superintendent said she has an open door policy, and requested those with questions contact her so she can answer parent questions first hand. She said the numbers for how many students are in particular grades could change when registration is completed in August. If there are enough students for more than one teacher for a particular grade level, Hopkins said she would bring the issue to the board. During a board meeting July 17, some Grafton parents urged the board during public comment to reverse their decision on the matter for a year to seek other alternatives that could save transportation costs without breaking up part of the community. The board did not take action to reverse its decision.

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(Continued from A1) almost an hour before walking through the school’s doors. “They’re tired. They’re falling asleep in class,” Buis said. “You take a kid that’s a lower learning level and you put him through that – or her through that – right off the bat before the day even gets started, and then you put them in school and you expect them to pay attention and learn. Their learning level is going to drop, even if they’re a better student.” He said one of his sons is at the top of his class. When Dow Elementary closed, he moved to Grafton Elementary, and then he was placed at East Elementary last year. His son didn’t care about learning as much once he started attending classes in Jerseyville, he added. Other parents voiced similar concerns, noting the test scores at Grafton Elementary are higher than those at the Jerseyville schools. According to the Illinois Report Card, the 2012 composite score for Grafton Elementary School was 90. In 2013, the composite score was 78. The drastic shift in scores was due to a change in how they were calculated, bringing them more in line with those at the high school level. East Elementary School had a composite score of 85 in 2012 and in 2013, the composite score was 67. Illini had a score of 87 in 2012 and 65 in 2013. “We’re taking the kids with the highest scores, and taking them to the school with the worst scores,” Ed Amburg said, noting the students are being moved to increase scores in Jerseyville. Superintendent Lori Hopkins said the teachers at East Elementary – where Hopkins was formerly principal – are as good as any of the others, and many of them were even nominated for awards in the past few years for their work educating students. Parity or making class room sizes even across the district was a reason for the boundary change, as well. Because the district had to fire teachers due to a deficit earlier in the year, class sizes would have been

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Stand Up and Be Counted Stadium games during the past five years, and plans to put the money toward drainage improvements on the infield. “The infield they have now, the tile is getting busted. They’ve got water holes in it,” Churchman said. “They want to get it all fixed up, and when it’s done, it will look like a Busch Stadium infield.” Bids were sought for the project and the lowest bid was $51,655 from Houska Inc. & Astro-Logics. The board approved the bid because the money raised for the project falls within the district’s budget, although that money was raised through the community. In other business, the board: n Approved the resignation of Freddy Hatfill, Illini Middle School teacher, effective at the end of the 2016-2017 school year,

and the resignation of Patricia Hutchinson, Grafton Elementary paraprofessional, effective at the end of the 2014-2015 school year. n Approved Courtney Schroeder as the assistant girls track coach, and Brad Kimble as the JCHS speech and debate coach. n Approved Kristie Hurley as the East Elementary School principal. n Approved an intergovernmental agreement with Southwestern Community Unit School District 9 for transportation. n Approved an assurance resolution that the district would maintain $20,000 for its underground fuel tank in case of emergency. n Discussed a partnership with WellSpring Resources at no cost to the district.

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Southwestern committee lists goals By TOM BOTT For The Journal A special 27-member committee completed its work on developing short and long term goals for the Southwestern school district. The Southwestern school board voted to accept the committee’s work by approving the final recommendations Tuesday, July 15. The committee included school board members, administrators, staff and residents. Its objective was to create obtainable short and long-term goals to strive for over the next five years. Academically the goals include looking into offering an articulated math class at the high school and explore additional class offering opportunities at all grade levels, like foods, auto mechanics and web design. It is also recommended that small group instruction for advanced students be expanded. Attendance center options will also be investigated. Financially, the committee recommends the district further investigate the financial pros and cons of attendance centers and create possible

options. It also recommends“utilizing all opportunities to apply for and receive grants. Facilities recommendations include remodeling the high school and middle school and obtain air conditioning, remodeling the high school locker room, improving parking and remodeling at Brighton North Elementary. Technology goals include exploring options for one-to-one student devices utilizing efficient technology, and utilizing students to maintain technology. Extra-curricular goals include maintaining current programs and clubs and exploring opportunities for additional fine arts, academic and service clubs at no additional cost to the district. Under transportation goals, the committee lists exploring alternative fuels before purchasing buses and reinstating the activity bus by charging students a fee to cover costs. The committee also recommends posting daily announcements on each building’s webpage and using SkyAlert to provide information to parents when possible. Other goals listed by the committee were sum-

marize fundraising activities K-12 each year for all district groups, recognize student success in the local paper and district Facebook page and recognize local businesses/organizations that support the district. Parent Lori Wooden addressed the board about concerns over large class sizes. Wooden said classes with more than 30 children will impact the children’s education and suggested making smaller class sizes a priority. Jackie Heyen asked the board to allow the cross county club to continue next year. In other action July 15, the board voted to allow full-time employees of the district who live outside of the district to send their children to Southwestern without charging tuition. The board employed Marvin Allen as the new high school science teacher. Eight teacher aides were recalled. They are Jan Kessinger, Susan Harris, Becky Woods, Pat Howarth, Gayle Simpson, Erica Ater, Amanda Madson and Angela Hartman.

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Army Corps of Engineers sets goals for Rip Rap Landing By Bob Crossen Jersey County Journal Rip Rap Landing is the focus of a project conducted by a partnership between the Army Corps of Engineers and the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. Brian Markert, Upper Mississippi River Restoration Program manager, said the changes to be made at Rip Rap Landing – covering 2,338 acres of river bottomlands north of Mozier in Calhoun County – would benefit local wildlife and the environment. “The primary goals of the project are to restore some of the hydrology and hydrologic cycle to portions of the site, and that’s going to benefit aquatics such as fisheries,” Markert said. “Other features of the project are going to benefit migratory birds.” Kim Postlewait, Mississippi River Fish and Wildlife Area site superintendent, said the proposal aims to make the space in northern Calhoun a desirable location along the journey for migratory birds. “In their migration, it would be improving the habitat available to them,” Postlewait said. “They’re going to migrate through here, so it would be providing the stuff that they need to aid in their migration.” Markert said moist soil management units will be used as part of the proposed project to make the space more desirable for neotropical

migrants and other non-game bird species. He said some upland mammals may also use the site. According to the proposal, the project will utilize “a wide range of construction techniques and approaches that mimic natural river processes and provide benefits to the river system at the system, reach, pool and local scales.” Among those techniques and approaches that may be used are backwater dredging, island creation, water level management and restoration of the floodplain and tributaries. Through these processes, the project aims to increase native plant species diversity, while also weeding out some of the invasive species and increasing the habitat area for local fish. Markert said the project will increase the efficiency of IDNR workers in the area, and it will impact more acres than what the department currently works with. Postlewait said if approval of the proposed project goes through as it stands now, his office will be able to tend to an additional 400 acres of the wetlands. Markert said people who do not visit the area may not notice much of a difference, but those who do frequent Rip Rap Landing may see some visible changes over time. Markert said it may take several years before those changes are apparent, but noted aid to the ecosystem in the area could improve

other parts of the area, as well. He sad the project proposes approximately $6 million in construction expenses. “There is certainly a local and regional impact to the economy,” Markert said, “and beyond that,

of the project that has been going through the civil works process during the past few years. Markert said the corps has a draft plan of what it proposes to accomplish with the project and presented that information at a meeting July

“The primary goals of the project are to restore some of the hydrology and hydrologic cycle to portions of the site, and that’s going to benefit aquatics such as fisheries.”

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Brian Markert Upper Mississippi River Restoration Program manager when the site is desirable for the public to come out and use, there’s also some spin-off benefits that are generated with the sale of sportingrelated items, licenses and things like that.” The project is funded in part through the Upper Mississippi River Restoration Program, an authority under the Army Corps of Engineers. Markert said the Corps works with other federal and state partners on similar projects throughout the St. Louis region, adding the organization has completed work on the Batchtown project at the lower end of Pool 25, at Swan Lake and at Calhoun Point. He said restoring ecosystem features in the area is the primary goal

22 in Mozier. The public comment period for the project, however, continues until Aug. 9. The program manager said the Corps would like input from the public about the project to further tailor it to the area. To leave a public comment, contact Kathryn McCain by calling 314-331-8047 or emailing kathryn. mccain@usace.army.mil. Requests for the draft report may also be made to McCain. Written comments may be mailed to the US Army Corps of Engineers St. Louis District at 1222 Spruce St., St. Louis, MO 63103. Mailed comments should be sent to the attention of Environmental Planning PD-P.

Young author with local ties publishes children’s book By Carmen Ensinger Jersey County Journal What started out as a high school project has turned into a young author’s first published work. Tolen Oliver, grandson of Mary Loyet of Carrollton, has written and illustrated a children’s book entitled “A Good Day for Slow Loris” and he will be in Jerseyville at Lula Bell’s for a book signing on Saturday, July 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tolen wrote the story and created hand-painted watercolors that illustrate every page of the book for an assignment while he was a junior at Kirkwood High School in Kirkwood, Mo. He received excellent grades on all aspects of the book and it turned out to be a favorite among the kindergarten classes where he was a guest reader. He graduated high school in 2012. Tolen describes his book as a simple children’s book about friendship aimed at kids up to 6. “It is about a Slow Loris and his day in the jungle as he goes to visit his friend, Monkey,” Tolen said. “While on his way, Slow Loris falls

into the river below. Not being a good swimmer, Slow Loris latches onto a log and floats down the river. What was a peaceful float trip takes a wrong turn when the river comes to a waterfall. Every page is completely illustrated with my own original watercolors.” If you are like many, your first

“Every page is completely illustrated with my own original watercolors.”

Tolen Oliver Author question is “What is a Slow Loris?” According to Wikipedia, it is a critically endangered species of the Loris family found in Southeast Asia. It has a thick fur coat, which is very soft and the large round and inquisitive eyes make it a very friendly looking animal, but it is actually very dangerous due to its poisonous bite. Its tiny size, 10 to 15 inches tall

and 21 to 24 ounces makes it even more adorable. So why did he choose such an obscure creature as the basis for his first book? “I wrote about a slow loris because I had recently seen a popular YouTube video of one and their mannerisms are very slow – they don’t seem to be in a rush to do anything,” Oliver said. “Which is exactly what I wanted my character to be like since my book has a ‘go with the flow’ theme. And, let’s face it – it’s cute as heck.” Oliver is currently a student at the University of Missouri-Columbia School of Journalism. He will be in Jerseyville at Lula Bells, located at 519 S. State Street, Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to sign copies of his book, which will be available for purchase at Lula Bells and other select stores in Illinois and Missouri. Mary Loyet is probably one of the proudest grandmothers out there. “I think what he was able to do while still in high school is quite amazing,” she said. “The fact that he was able to get it published at such a young age is even more astounding.

I see great things ahead for him.”

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Tolen Oliver, a young author with local ties will be at Lula Bells in Jerseyville on Saturday, July 26, signing copies of his first published children's book which he wrote when he was a junior at Kirkwood Mo. High School. He will be signing copies of "A Good Day for Slow Loris" from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. He is the grandson of Mary Loyet of Carrollton.

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Mark Hake walks his dogs Guiness, left, and Lucy, right, on the walking path around Wock Family Lake in Jerseyville Friday afternoon. Paving for the rest of the path was completed July 18 and the bridge was stained July 22. Although he walked around the lake through the grass before, Hake said the completed path will be nice for his walk with the dogs. Glen Ketchum, Jerseyville commissioner of public property, said the full path could be open as early as July 24.

City looking to rid lake of muskrats By Robert Lyons Jersey County Journal Muskrats have become an issue at Wok Family Lake. The semiaquatic rodent has begun creating problems in the barrier around the lake, Commissioner Glen Ketchum reported at Tuesday night’s city council meeting. “They’re actually eating into the dam, making holes” Ketchum said. Muskrats grow up to 25 inches in length and can weigh up to 4 pounds, according to information from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. Pond-dwelling muskrats are known to burrow into banks, creating tunnels that begin underwater and angle upward above water level. The burrows are often washed out by rising water levels,

which causes ponds to drain, the IDNR website states. Ketchum said he plans to meet with David Harper, a licensed trapper, at the lake on Thursday to work out the particulars. “I’m going to let him evaluate the situation, he’s an expert,” the commissioner said, noting Harper’s license allows him to remove nuisance species even though trapping is out of season. “Hopefully we can work out a contract where he’ll charge us per pelt. But, I think it’s an issue that needs to be dealt with immediately.” Paving of the walking trail around the lake was completed last week, and Ketchum said he plans to open the entirety of the path on Thursday. “It looks beautiful out there,” Ketchum said.

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Wednesday, July 23, 2014

Jersey County Journal

Jerseyville, Illinois

Our Views

Editorial

End of summer vacation in sight without any break from issues

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 Issue: School issues persist through summer months. Our View: Actions progress, hinder school business.

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e’re past the midway point of summer vacation, but it seems there hasn’t been a break from school at all.

The students may not be in the classrooms, but issues that will affect them are being discussed and decided at a nonstop rate. Security issues, Illinois General Assembly decisions, district boundaries and a local citizens group have kept Jersey Community Unit School District No. 100 at the forefront of attention. School security and safety have been addressed on several levels, starting with the facilities themselves. West Elementary and Illini are receiving upgrades to intercom systems, which can help provide protection for the buildings’ inhabitants, especially in a time of crisis. Recently, several members of JCUSD’s faculty and staff participated in training designed to further awareness of their surroundings and be better prepared to protect students should an intruder enter a building with ill-intentions. The two-day event led by Columbia police officers simulated an actual school shooter at the high school, and gave teachers, administrators and other staff members the opportunity to work through scenarios and develop a plan of action. While the implementation of safety and security have been positive changes over the summer, other issues facing the school have either been negative or may have no impact at all. A piece of legislation signed by Gov. Quinn in late June calls on schools to develop anti-bullying policies and outlines what each district’s policy must include. While curtailing incidences of bullying improves the quality of life for students, the legislation seems to do little that has not already been done. Every district in the five-county area of Jersey, Greene, Calhoun, Pike and Scott has had policy in place for several years, as they have been required. But, now school boards statewide must take the time to thoroughly examine their policies to ensure all state mandates are met. A state-level decision that is guaranteed to have far more impact on Jersey Schools is the change to the teacher retirement system (TRS) in regard to Title 1 funding. The state reversed an earlier decision by the TRS board to reduce the mandated TRS contribution on Title 1 funds used for salaries from 35.4 percent to 7 percent. Because of the news the reduction had been made, the district planned to begin using Title 1 funds for salaries. But, the state turned around and restored the 35.4 percent rate, putting the school district in further financial jeopardy. The state has made clear, through its funding choices over the past several years, public education is not at the top of its priority list. In the end, it will be students who suffer. A local group, however, has obviously made children its No. 1 concern. During a recent meeting at Grafton Elementary, parents filled the school’s library to air concerns of the school’s future. These people want to see their community stay intact. After seeing elementary schools in Delhi, Dow and Fieldon close in recent years, there is concern the last outlying school, Grafton, could be next. The school board acknowledged it has looked into the possibility of closing the school, but found it was not a financially sound option. Though there is no plan in place to close the school, the boundaries for Grafton Elementary were significantly reduced, bringing about more solidarity to the faction concerned with the school’s future and the future of its students. There’s no way for us to predict what the future holds, so whether or not their concerns are warranted is yet to be seen. We can say this is not the first group in the county to band together to affect change. So, it is becoming increasingly clear people want to be heard when it comes to the direction of our county and its schools. Children may only attend classes for nine months out of a year, but it is clear taking care of school districts is yearround work.

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How many times have you visited Wock Family lake this year? A- Once or twice. B- Three or four times. C- Five times or more.

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What was your favorite grandstand event of the Jersey County Fair? 33% 25% 0% 67% 0%

A- The demolition derby.

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Accepting who you are H

ow do others see you? How do you see yourself? How critical are you of yourself? There is a reason we are all wired differently. We were not created to be boring individuals. If that was the case, I wouldn’t have anything interesting to read on Facebook. If we were all created the same then how could I distinguish my best friend from my enemy? There is no one-size fits all personality, and thank goodness for that because I wouldn’t be able to experience the differences that influence my life. I treasure dissimilarities in my life because they have impacted me deeply. When I meet someone, I like to embrace their unique personality and traits. I definitely like to be around people and don’t find it strange if someone is different. I never listen to the comments of others to stay away because they are different. I

am not satisfied with ordinary, and with my curiosity I tend to find the odd things about people fascinating. Maybe that is why I have so many different groups of friends. They create a balance for me. The odd things are what make us unique. The weirder the better is what I find entertaining. Interesting….maybe I am odd to many. Honestly, I see creativity in its boldest form when I encounter an odd person, and I say own that and grow from there. I have met some intriguing people over the years and am thankful they are so different from others, because I would not be where I am today. Some have excelled in their careers because they implemented their differences as talent and it worked. Don’t get upset because you are not like everyone else. Pick a trait or two that you like of yourself and

awaken them. Guest Throw your Column insecurities out the door by lori and don’t dunse carry the burden of worry of what other people think. Take the talent you own and build on it, and in time you will find more talent. There are so many gifts that we possess and never use, what a shame. So, don’t down yourself or allow twisted comments from others ruin your self- worth. If you have made decisions in life that others don’t agree with or understand, then it’s time to remind them, it’s your life. If you can manage this, than hold on and watch your life transform. Mine did. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––– n Lori Dunse is a columnist for

the Jersey County Journal.

A new look at ‘natural’ health A

lthough we are educated to believe that sickness is both natural and normal – that everyone, at some point will have something wrong with them - voices in the health community are increasingly saying that this is not necessarily true. There is a growing conversation that advocates that living a more natural life-style – an ecofriendly approach – will lead us to greater health. It’s especially true in medicine where “personalized lifestyle medicine” is now saying that health will become normal if we change our lifestyle to be more natural. One such voice is Dale Bellisfield, R.N., a clinical herbalist with a practice in New Jersey, who wrote, “Everyone knows the expression ‘You are what you eat. But I tell my clients, ‘You are what you absorb.’” There is today, however, often a key missing element in this idea that we are what we ingest and absorb

through our skin, etc. That element is what we take into our thinking – what we absorb mentally. Health researcher Mary Baker Eddy felt that what we absorb mentally determines our health. After investigating and practicing a wide variety of approaches to health and studying deeply the healing work of Jesus, she came to believe that health was natural because we are the very manifestation of a perfect, universal God. She even wrote in her seminal work, Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures, “…health is normal and disease is abnormal” (p. 120). She told the experience of a patient who had a chronic breathing difficulty when the wind (a natural element) was blowing a certain direction. As Eddy sat by her side and prayed, she says the woman’s breathing became “deep and natural.” The lesson from this healing was that it was divinely natural for her to be free and healthy. This idea that each individual’s

innate spirituality is key to natural health is being explored more and more. “There is a quiet shift of consciousness from the solid hard science – measure this, measure that – to something that is a lot more spiritually-based,” Dr. Patrick Massey, MD PhD, Medical Director of Complementary and Alternative Medicine at the Alexian Brothers Hospital Network, told me in an interview. Will this shift bring a recognition that health - when grounded in our relationship with the Divine - is normal? It’s a question to which more and more individuals are answering “Yes!” –––––––––––––––––––––––––––– n Thomas (Tim) Mitchinson is

a self-syndicated columnist writing on the relationship between thought, spirituality and health, and trends in that field. He is also the media spokesman for Christian Science in Illinois. You can contact him at illinois@compub.org.

TO THE EDITOR: Have you been wondering if our country is upside down in civil law and ethics? Does it seem that too many citizens commit criminal acts with minimal or no consequences? Is “public trust” an extinct deed as well as an obsolete concept? What should be required of every individual living in a democracy? What kind of people are needed in order to live successfully for our country, as well as for ourselves? If I were allowed to draw up a list of character traits that are necessary for a democracy to flourish or thrive, I would like to use the following attributes: Each citizen is well aware of right and wrong, and is quite able and willing to practice self-control. Citizens recognize that we all must obey the laws of our land. Sociopathic tendencies are foreign words and deeds to a citizen living in a democracy.

Citizens are able to abstain from substances that cloud thinking and lead to anti-social behaviors. Every citizen is willing to work at a job, giving his whole mind and whole self toward the performance of that job. Competence is the name of the game. Each citizen’s word is worth gold. He is willing to repay debts and loans in accordance with his agreements. Citizens are well informed. They can make wise decisions regarding their country’s needs. Citizens vote with their consciences rather than their self-interests. They can reject going along with the crowd. Citizens are willing to be held accountable for their choices, whether they are civil, political or ethical. They do not shirk responsibilities of any kind. Citizens realize we must all live within our financial means. They realize a country, as well as an individual, must not spend more than what is earned. There are no free lunches or free rides. Every citizen has a deep love and great loyalty toward his country and believes in its strong and prosperous future.

America has just celebrated its 238th birthday. Wouldn’t it be a fitting gift for this beautiful, unique country to be occupied with citizens who believe it deserved the very best? GLENDA HEFLIN Alton, Ill.

Says proposed sales tax is too much TO THE EDITOR: The sales tax that the school board wants to implement is too much! It’s a penny on every dollar! If you spend $100 they would collect $1 in sales tax. The more you spend, the more they collect. It will just cause people to shop elsewhere. The school board, just like the other bodies of local government, need to listen to the people and understand that the people are taxed enough already. It’s amazing that they even have the nerve to impose this on the people again after it was voted down. ROGER NEWBERRY Jerseyville, Ill.

B-The Jersey Derby/harness racing. C- The rodeo. D- Miss Jersey County pageant. E - Tractor/truck pulls This poll is not scientific and reflects the opinion of those who chose to respond

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Wednesday, July 23, 2014

Jersey County Journal

Jerseyville, Illinois

Governor Quinn signs legislation to increase safety on the water

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Unit 18 Horse Show had a great turnout, even in the heat and humidity. Those participating were front, left to right, Emme Hays, Natalie Kahl, Kate Jones, Makena Dugger, Emma Hughes, Cara Reid, Tommy Tarr, Lillian Dettmers, Mackenzie Lane, Lane Lebshier and Sara Paige Tarr. Back, left to right, Wyatt Jones, Anni Ibberson, Judge Pam Wallace, Kyle Reid and Tyer Reid. Not available for the photo were Keller Eberlin and Isabella Harris.

Unit 18 4-H Horse Show results Riders of all ages participated in the Unit 18 4-H Horse Show on Saturday, July 12 at the Gillespie Wild Riders Saddle Club near Gillespie. According to Peggy Hampton, Unit 18 4-H Youth Development Educator, riders must be at least 8 years old to participate, the same requirement to participate in 4-H. The horse show classes included halter, western, showmanship, speed and fun classes. Participants and their horses endured the heat and worked hard throughout the day. Jim Reid of Gillespie served as show superintendent and the judge for Saturday’s event was Pam Wallace of Girard. Participants of the 4-H Horse Show by county were as follows: Christian County: Weston Erlenbush, Layne Lebshier, Sarah Paige Tarr, and Tommy Tarr; Jersey County: Kate Jones, Wyatt Jones, Lillian Dettmers, Makena Dugger, Keller Eberlin, Izabella Harris, Emme Hayes, Natalie Kalh, Mackenzie Lane; Macoupin County: Anni Ibberson, Cara Reid, Kyle Reid, and Tyler Reid; Montgomery County: Emma Hughes. The results of the show are as follows: 2 Year Old or Older Mare or Gelding: Sara Paige Tarr (Christian)–Class Champion and Layne Lebshier (Christian) –Reserve Champion Senior Showmanship at Halter: Kyle Reid (Macoupin) Champion and Anni Ibberson (Macoupin) Reserve Champion. Senior Western Pleasure: Kyle Reid (Macoupin)

Champion and Wyatt Jones (Jersey) Reserve Champion Junior Western Pleasure: Layne Lebshier (Christian)Class Champion and– Sara Paige Tarr (Christian)– Reserve Champion Senior Country Pleasure: Anni Ibberson (Macoupin) -Champion. Senior Pole Bending: Anni Ibberson (Macoupin)-1st Place Senior Barrel Racing: Anni Ibberson (Macoupin) 1st Place Senior Patterned Riding: Anni Ibberson (Macoupin) Champion and Wyatt Jones (Jersey) Reserve Champion. Junior Patterned Riding: Kate Jones (Jersey)-Champion and Layne Lebshier (Christian)-Reserve Champion Senior Trail: Anni Ibberson (Macoupin) 1stPlace; Wyatt Jones (Jersey) 2nd Place Junior Trail: Makena Dugger (Jersey)-1st Place and Natalie Kahl (Jersey)- 2nd Place Senior Egg & Spoon: Wyatt Jones (Jersey)-1st Place and Anni Ibberson (Macoupin) 2nd Place Junior Egg & Spoon: Sara Paige Tarr (Christian)–1st Place and Layne Lebshier (Christian) –2nd Place University of Illinois Extension, Unit 18, serves 4-H youth from Christian, Jersey, Macoupin and Montgomery counties. Youth ages 8-18, interested in participating in the 4-H Horse program, should contact the Extension office at 618-498-2913

Children’s Summer Food Program extended The Jersey County Ministerial Alliance has announced that it is extending its Summer Food Program through Monday, Aug. 18. The program, which provides free hot lunches for kids 18 years and younger, was originally set to end on Aug. 1. The response has been

so positive that the JCMA decided to continue it through the day before school starts. The Summer Food Program is hosted by First Baptist Church, 200 W. Pearl Street, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday (serving ends at 12:30 p.m.). The churches forming

the JCMA, along with First Baptist, include First Church of Christ, Scientist, First Presbyterian, First United Methodist, Hope Lutheran and Peace United Church of Christ. For more information call 618-6393602.

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Governor Pat Quinn signed legislation July 5 to help improve safety on Illinois’ waterways. The three new laws expand boating safety education, improve safety and awareness of water skiers and tubers and increase penalties for those who operate watercraft under the influence. Today’s bill signings, which took place at Chicago’s 31st Street Harbor, are part of Governor Quinn’s agenda to make outdoor recreation safe and enjoyable for everyone. “Over this Fourth of July weekend, it’s important that all residents stay safe while celebrating, especially out on Illinois’ waterways,” Governor Quinn said. “While boating is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, everyone has to take precautions and follow the rules to keep drivers and passengers out of harm’s way. These new laws will help make Illinois’ lakes and rivers safer and more enjoyable for all.” State Senator Julie Morrison (D-Deerfield) and State Representative Kelly Burke (D-Evergreen Park) sponsored all three pieces of legislation. All three news laws are effective Jan. 1, 2015. Senate Bill 3434 allows for the seizure of a watercraft used in the com-

mission of certain offenses related to operating under the influence. The new rules bring penalties for boating under the influence more in line with those for operating a motor vehicle while impaired by drugs or alcohol. “When people continue to drink and drive after they’ve been convicted of crimes relating to DUIs, sheriffs can seize their cars,” Senator Morrison said. “Boats are every bit as dangerous as cars, and boat operators should be held to the same standard as drivers.” Senate Bill 3433 requires all persons born after Jan. 1, 1998 to take and pass a boating safety course validated by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources and hold a valid boating safety certificate before they can operate a motorboat with an engine over 10 horsepower. “I have learned of many tragic losses of life due to boating accidents which could have been avoided with better education for our boaters,” Representative Burke said. “Boating is a great recreational activity which I hope more people will participate in, but there are risks to everyone involved, novice and experts alike. This new law will ensure all boaters

have as much experience and education as possible when enjoying themselves on our state’s waterways.” Governor Quinn also signed Senate Bill 2731, which mandates that the operator of any watercraft that is towing a person, such as a water skier or tuber, must display a bright orange flag measuring not less than 12 inches per side. The flag must be displayed from the time the person to be towed leaves the boat until that person returns to the boat at the conclusion of the activity. So far in 2014, there have been 16 reported boating fatalities on Illinois waterways. Increased boating safety education and responsible boating practices may have prevented many of these fatalities. Governor Quinn has long been a supporter of the safe enjoyment of the Illinois outdoors. Last year he signed legislation strengthening the state’s Boat Registration and Safety Act to increase boating safety. Further, he signed legislation cracking down on those who boat while under the influence of alcohol by requiring a chemical test for drugs or alcohol where an injury is involved and imposing stiffer penalties.

Wednesday, July 23, 2014

Jersey County Journal

Jerseyville, Illinois

Birthdays

Engagement

Jaxon turns 3 Jaxon Kraut, son of Crystal and Chris Kraut of Jerseyville, celebrated his 3rd birthday July 8. He had his friends over to swim and participate in a construction themed party. Jaxon’s grandparents are Martine O’Quinn, Fred Whitehead and Anita and Mike Kraut, all of Jerseyville. Great-grandparent is Harold Kraut of Batchtown. Jaxon has an older sister, Mikayla, 16.

Friends & Neighbors

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JCHS Class

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Jersey Community High School’s class of 1959 held its 55-year reunion June 28 at Westlake Country Club. Class members attending are front, left to right, Carol (Landon) Williams, Diane (Berthoux) Shelton, Georgia (Ringhausen) Schleper, Shirley (Sears) Woods, Frances (Kelley) Herrin, Donna (Guenther) Croxford, Sandra (Critchfield) Allen, Carol (Lahey) Nord, Joann (Burch) Biermann, Phyllis (Strebel) Fry, Phyllis (McKinney) Geil, Carolyn (McKennon) Smith, Linda (Heraty) Rogers, Virginia (Griffin) Cope, Marjorie (Minard) Cope, Elaine (Vahle) Bland, Janet (Powers) Calame, Jean (Buis) Marshall, Janice (Haynes) DeCourcy, Patricia (Bertman) Turner, Sandra (Krueger) Holzwarth, Nancy (Bland) Booth. Back, left to right, Gary Heininger, William Brundies, Janet (Landon) Crawford, Roger Lane, Carl Crawford, Donald Schulte, Roger Carlson, Gary Strebel, Kathleen (Dwyer) Settles, Donald Skinner, Ronald Bregenzer, Joann (Kallal) Lyles, Diane (Wuestenfeld) Rienstra, William Collins, Larry Keller, Leo Prather, Richard Allen, Sandra (Crotchett) Goshorn, Rodney Croxford, Roger Brainerd, Albert Pace, Riley Wallace, David Scoggins, Carolyn (Ray) Flatt, Gene Parsell, Donald Ayres, Robert Ridenour, Thomas Plummer, David Hefner, Martha (Raftis) Megginson, Larry Gray, Lloyd Kirchner, Joann (Halter) Koenig, Silas Burgess, Stephen White, Linda (Duncan) Brooks, Robert Swearingen, Harold Wallace, James Walz.

Stone ~ Derkos engagement Jessica Stone and Stephen Derkos, both of St. Louis, Mo., are announcing their engagement and forthcoming marriage. The bride-to-be is the daughter of Jeff and Alice Stone. The future groom is the son of Michael and Kathy Derkos. The couple will exchange vows Sept. 26 at The Jewel Box in Forest Park.

Kids Summer Food Program menu Monday, July 28: Meat and cheese pizza, Rice Krispie treat, pears, milk. Tuesday, July 29: Fish sandwich with cheese, green beans, peaches, milk. Wednesday, July 30: Chicken nuggets, corn, fruit cocktail, buttered bread, cookie, milk. Thursday, July 31: Hot dog on bun, macaroni and cheese, baked beans, pears, cookie, milk. Friday, Aug. 1: Hamburger patty on bun, green beans, peaches, cookie, milk. This is a free food program for kids up to the age of 18 at the First Baptist Church, 200 W. Pearl, Jerseyville. No reservations needed. Meals served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with an activity to follow. Sponsored by Illinois Coalition for Community Services and the Jersey County Ministerial Alliance. For more information call 618-639-3602.

E-mail your news tips to jcjnews@campbellpublications.net Essie Heitzig celebrates 90th birthday Mary “Essie” Heitzig is celebrating her 90th birthday. She was born Aug. 3, 1914 in Eldred. She is the mother of Sandy (Don) Mayberry, Donna (Bill) West, Greg (Linda) Heitzig, Karen Heitzig, Lisa (Bill) Darr, and Marla (Randy) Russell. Essie has 11 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. A card shower is being held in her honor. Cards may be sent to 15797 State Hwy. 16, Fieldon, IL 62031.

ATTENTION FARMERS

Jersey Farmers Elevator will be booking corn storage ahead of harvest again. We hope this will give everyone the ability to get storage, and help control possible lines by eliminating the rush for room before going full on storage.

You will need to evaluate what your (and your landlord’s) needs are. Give us a call or stop by the office by August 15, 2014 to give us your request. We will evaluate the requests and send a notice by mail no later than September 1, 2014. If more space is requested than we have room for, it will be prorated out. Hopefully this will help you plan ahead for harvest corn storage needs.

Thank You, Jersey Farmers Elevator, Inc. 618-498-2191

Thank you To The following SuPPoRTeRS of The

Jersey County 4-H LivestoCk AuCtion BEEF CHAMPION RATE OF GAIN — BEEF

Dwayne Loy owner of Darr’s Pit Stop made the winning bid for Tommy Wilson’s Angus Steer. Pictured with Tommy are 2013 Miss Jersey County Greta Meisner and Little Miss Lillian Cambron. Tommy is a member of the Eastside Farmhands 4-H Club.

CHAMPION RATE OF GAIN — SHEEP State Senator Sam McCann was the winning bidder for Emma Sharich’s crossbred wether. Emma is a member of the All American Clovers 4-H Club. Pictured with Emma are 2013 Miss Jersey County Greta Meisner and 2013 Little Miss Lillian Cambron.

CHAMPION RATE OF GAIN — SWINE

Justin Goetten representing Farm Credit Illinois was the successful bidder for Logan Meisner’s crossbred barrow. Logan is a member of the Eastside Farmhands 4-H Club. Pictured with Logan is 2013 Miss Jersey County Greta Meisner. SPECIAL FOuNdATION dONATION

Triple M Farms donated 5 units of bull semen for auction. The successful bidder was Triple L Farms. Each winner received a $25 gift card compliments of Farm Credit Illinois in Jerseyville.

Tommy Wilson - Darr’s Pit Stop—Dwayne Loy Simon Sarginson - Jersey Farmers Elevator Brett Schiller - Jersey State Bank Clayton Poppe - Jersey County Grain Cole Spencer - Farmers State Bank Adam Smiley - AgriSolutions, Inc. Nickolas Ringhausen - Hansen Packing, Inc. Bo Richey - Moore Land and Cattle Brianna Walsh - TriCounty FS, Inc. Sarah Richey - Katie Cattle Company Tyler Parker - MTS Tractor Sales Sid Sarginson - Triple B Angus Jamie Moore - Bagley Risk Management Michael Wendle - CNB Bank & Trust Jenna Moore - CHS Hanna Moore - Wm. Nobbe and Sons Ted Heitzig - Moore Painting Betsy Kirbach - Jersey County Grain Laura Kirbach - Buck’s Decorating Center Ashley Moore - CNB Bank & Trust Bailey Wadlow - Moore Shorthorns Lauren Parker - TriCounty FS, Inc. Andrew Jones - W.A. Rice Seed Company Anna Ringhausen - Pfister Hybrid Seeds Wyatt Jones - Katie Cattle Company Thomas Kirbach - Family Farms Cody Heitzig - Stine Seed Company

SWINE

Logan Meisner - Farm Credit Illinois Layna Hanold - United Producers-Schuyler Livestock Curtis Shively - Scheffel Boyle Accounting Dylan Torrey - Sievers Equipment Company Chase Meisner - Channel Seed Lute Hoggatt - State Rep C. D. Davidsmeyer Hunter Burton - Jersey County Grain TJ Burton - Jersey Farmers Elevator Lydia Reed - Heitzig Trucking & Parker Farms

SHEEP

Emma Sharich - State Senator Sam McCann Abbey Burns - Moore Land and Cattle Samantha Burns - Jerseyville Banking Center Grace Sharich - Farm Credit Illinois Justin Wadlow - Milner Club Lambs Kyle Walsh - Milner Club Lambs

GOATS

William Yurick - LRS Farm Tiling Ashton Wilson - Triple M Farms Elaina Walsh - CHS Matilynn Thornsbury - Jefferson Trailer Sales Rachel Meisner - Central Management Leighann Maag - Farmers State Bank

Emily Maag - Gary Schafer Cassidy Maag - Moore Farms Brandy Leggett - BB’s Bar & Grill Whitney Lahey - MTS Tractor Sales Rachel Lahey - Wock Farms Karlena Lahey - Kirbach Farms Kate Jones - Beatty-Walsh Show Cattle Jessica Maag - State Senator Sam McCann

RABBITS

Samantha Steckel - Jerseyville Banking Center Sally Reed - Aubrey Wock Sarah Pryor - Fessler Farms Hannah Pryor - Fessler Farms Cameron Little - Triple L Farms Hannah Jones - Hanold Auctioneering

POULTRY

Katie Maag - Kallal Concrete David Maag - Scheffel Boyle Accounting Ryan Kanallakan - Sarginson Family Jessica Kanallakan - Wm. Nobbe and Sons

GENERAL PROJECTS

Anna Fessler - Murray Farms Ben Fessler - Katie Cattle Company Anna Poppe - Kallal Concrete Natalie Stemmler - Wock Angus Farms

Jersey County 4-H Foundation Donors: Buck’s Decorating Center - Carrollton Bank - Crawford Funeral Home - Entre Nous Investment Group - Farmers State Bank - First Bank - Jersey County Assoc. Home and Community Education - Heneghan and Associates PC - Jersey County Fair Association - Jersey County Grain - Jersey County Treasurer - Jersey Farmers Elevator - Jersey State Bank - Kramer Farms Loellke Plumbing, Inc. - MJM Electric Cooperative, Inc. - Monsanto Fund - Osage Farm Inc. - Parker Farms - Prairie Land Power - Quincy Farm & Home Distribution - W.A. Rice Seed Company - Wendle Farms - Victoria Aghetta - Audrey Allen - Rita Allen - Judy Benz - Crystal Bock - Rosemary Branham - Craig Brangenberg - Connie Breitweiser - Dinah Breitweiser - Marsha Bunyan - Amanda Cole - Herbert Coleman - Mark and Sue Wock Cutright - State Representative C.D. Davidsmeyer - Lois Davis - Alexandra Flatt - Dale Foiles - Doris June Gettings - Janice Hagen - Elizabeth Heil - Pam Heitzig - John Hull - Barbara Johnson - Steve Jungk - Harold Kallal - Norman Kallal - Franklin Kovarik - Howard Landon - Marcella Lane - Steve Langendorf - David Loy - Kimberly Loy - Lynn Meyer - Moore Farms - Murray Farms - Jim and Judy Nanney - Lee Plummer - Scott Rothe - Linda Schaake - Ken Schafer - Wayne Schafer - William Schafer - John Schlafer - Elizabeth & Martin Schwab - Matthew Smith - Dennis Ulrich - Scott Weber - Jeffrey Westerhold - Shirley Wilton - Karen Ziegler

The Auctioneers for the Jersey County 4-H Livestock Auction were: Buck Reeves; David Loy; Bruce Cornelius; Hayden Giesler and Cody Hanold.

Jersey County eXtensIon

201 West Exchange, Suite A, Jerseyville, IL 62052 Phone: 618-498-2913 FAX: 618-498-5913 www.web.extension.illinois.edu/cjmm

If you wish to make a donation, please send a check payable to Jersey County 4-H Foundation and mail to:

Jersey County Fair Association, P.O. Box 276, Jerseyville, IL 62052

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Wednesday, July 23, 2014

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Jerseyville, Illinois

MARK YOUR CALENDAR Afternoon at the track with JPRD Sept. 16 Looking for an opportunity to meet new people, enjoy a day of leisure or want to try your luck at betting on horses? Join Jerseyville Parks and Recreation Department (JPRD) for Afternoon at the Track on Tuesday, Sept. 16. This trip will gallop to the Fairmount Park in Collinsville to enjoy a buffet lunch served in the Black Stallion Room. After lunch, guests will have the opportunity to watch and bet on eight live horse races. Guest will also receive one bingo card for Horse Racing Bingo upon entering the track. The trip is $38 per person and includes track admission, official racing program, lunch, gratuities and transportation.

Guests will be responsible for betting their own money. The bus will leave the Susnig Center parking lot, located at 401 Mound Street, Jerseyville, at 10:15 a.m. and will return at approximately 5:30 p.m. Arrive at the Susnig Center, no later than 10 a.m. for an on-time departure. This trip is perfect for adults of all ages. Pre-registration is required and seats are limited. The registration deadline is Tuesday, Aug. 19, but seats are going fast! For more information or to learn how to register, please visit jerseyville-il.us/ParkRec/forms.htm, call JPRD at 618-498-2222 or email jerseyvilleparkandrec@gtec.com.

4H Art Camp Aug. 5 & 6 Are you are looking for something to spark your kids creativity? If so, then try out the #thats4Hart Camp! #that4Hart Camp will be held Aug. 5-6 at the Feyerabend Building in Jerseyville. Each day there will be two classes. The morning class from 9 to 10:30 a.m. is the Cloverbud 4-H Art Camp (5 to 8-year-olds) and an afternoon 4-H Art Camp (ages 9 to 12) from 1 to 3 p.m. Everyone registered will complete a variety of art projects, including Chilhuly, Paper Clay Leaves, Glue Paint Symmetry Prints and much more. The cost of this camp is $10 and that includes a free T-shirt if registered by

July 28. Online registration is available at web.extension.illinois.edu/cjmm/ jersey4h. Scholarships are available upon request. For more information about this camp or the Jersey County 4-H Program contact, Judy Benz, 4-H Program coordinator at 618-498-2913 or email benz@illinois.edu.

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‘Hello, Dolly’ at The Muny Aug. 11 - 17 Mrs. Dolly Levi makes her grand Muny return in the classic musical, “Hello, Dolly!” Celebrating the 50th anniversary of its Broadway opening, this award-winning musical features the irresistible story of matchmaker extraordinaire Dolly Levi as she “meddles” her way from Yonkers to New York City. Full of familiar tunes and plenty of big dance numbers, “Hello,

Dolly!” promises an evening of classic Muny fun! Single tickets are on sale now. The Muny Box Office in St. Louis is open seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Performances start at 8:15 p.m. Tickets may be purchased online, by calling 314-361-1900 ext. 550 or visit the Muny Box Office in Forest Park.

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The Calhoun County Fair is seeking contestants for its annual Talent Show to be held Thursday, Sept. 4 at 7 pm. Residents from Calhoun, Pike, Greene, Scott, Jersey Madison and Macoupin counties are invited to participate. Talent is needed for the Junior Division, which consists of performers 14 years of age and under. The Senior Division includes those 15 to 21 years of age. Winners of each division will participate in the state talent show in January. Please contact talent show coordinator Jerry Sievers at 618-576-9237 or email jbsievers@outlook.com for more information or to receive an application form.

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Five quick, affordable dinner ideas for busy families

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(StatePoint) Many families face hectic schedules and tight budgets, especially when kids go back to school. A few quick meal solutions can help you spend less at the store and enjoy more time with your family this school year. Comforting and convenient, a store-bought rotisserie chicken -with a few other additions -- can help you create a complete meal for the family in 30 minutes or less. However, quality is important. Theo Weening, global meat buyer for Whole Foods Market believes that the best tasting meat comes from chickens raised the old fashioned way. “Preparing great tasting meat starts long before you bring it home from the store. It starts on the farm,” Weening said. “Check the label and opt for chicken that was raised the way nature intended -- on a vegetarian diet with no added growth hormones and no antibiotics ever.” For example, the rotisserie chickens at Whole Foods Market come from farms that have been certified to the Global Animal Partnership’s 5-Step Animal Welfare Rating

System, so consumers can know exactly how the animal was raised. While rotisserie chicken on its own is a delicious, easy go-to meal any night of the week, don’t forget to shake things up. Try these simple ideas: n Shredded in tacos or quesadillas: Quick and simple, chicken will be the star of this easily portable meal. n Cubed in a cooked grain salad: Step up a side dish and make it an entrée. Add chicken to whole grains, like brown rice or barley, for a filling meal. n Added to rice and steamed veggies: Turn this plain dish up a notch with protein. Pair with your favorite sauce or dressing for extra flavor. n Added to pesto pasta: Mix whole wheat pasta with pesto, chopped tomatoes and chicken for a well-rounded dinner. n Kabobs: Easy to assemble with fresh or pre-cooked veggies, chicken kabobs make a nice addition to your tried and true menu. Want some inspiration? Try this recipe for Easy Chicken Burritos. Ingredients

n 2 teaspoons canola oil n 1 small onion, diced n 1 cup frozen corn kernels n 2 cups shredded (about 7 ounces) roasted or rotisserie chicken meat n 1 1/2 cup cooked brown rice n 1 cup salsa n 6 tablespoons sour cream n 6 large whole wheat tortillas, heated n 3 cups baby spinach leaves Directions Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and corn (no need to thaw it), and cook, stirring occasionally, until corn begins to brown, about eight minutes. Add chicken and rice, and cook until heated through. Remove from heat and stir in salsa and sour cream. Line tortillas with spinach leaves and spoon about 2/3 cup chicken mixture down the middle of each. Fold in top and bottom and roll up. More time saving tips and recipes can be found at WholeFoodsMarket. com/recipes. This back to school season, have plenty of dinner tricks up your sleeve to make weeknights simple.

When a windfall comes your way

What do you do with big money? Provided by Paul G. Hardin A first-world problem, and nothing more? Not quite. Getting rich quick can be liberating, but it can also be frustrating. Sudden wealth can help you resolve anxieties about funding your retirement or your children’s college educations, and newfound financial freedom can lead to time freedom – greater opportunity to live and work on your terms. On the other hand, you’ll pay more taxes, attract more attention and maybe even contend with jealousy or envy from certain friends and relatives. You may deal with grief or stress, as a lump sum may be linked to a death, a divorce or a pension payout decision. Windfalls don’t always lead to happy endings. Take the example of one Bud Post, who won more than $16 million in the Pennsylvania lottery in 1988. Eighteen years later, he passed away owing more than $1 million after business failures and bad investments. Along the way, his girlfriend successfully sued him for some of the money and his brother hired a hit man to try and take him out, hoping to inherit some of those assets. That weird and tragic example aside, windfalls don’t necessarily breed “old money” either – without longrange vision, one generation’s wealth may not transfer to the next. As the Wall Street Journal mentions, on average 70 percent of the wealth built by one generation is lost by the next. Two generations later, an average of 90 percent of it disappears. So what are some wise steps to take when you receive a windfall? What might you do to keep that money in your life and in your family for years to come? Keep quiet, if you can. If you aren’t in the spotlight, don’t step into it. Who really needs to know about your newfound wealth besides you and your immediate family? The IRS, the financial professionals who you consult or hire, and your attorney need to know. The list needn’t be much

longer, and you may want to limit it at that. What if you can’t? Winning a lottery prize, selling your company, signing a multiyear deal – when your wealth is publicized, expect friends and strangers to come knocking at your door. Be fair, firm and friendly – and avoid handling the requests yourself. (That first, generous handout may risk opening the floodgate to subsequent handouts). Let your financial team review appeals for loans, business proposals, and pipe dreams. Yes, your team. If big money comes your way, you need skilled professionals in your corner – a CPA, an attorney and a wealth manager. Ideally your CPA is a tax advisor, your lawyer is an estate planning attorney and your wealth manager pays attention to tax efficiency. Think in stages. When a big lump sum enhances your financial standing, you need to think about the immediate future, the near future and the decades ahead. Many people celebrate their good fortune when they receive sudden wealth and live in the moment, only to wonder years later where that moment went. In the immediate future, an infusion of wealth may give you some tax dilemmas; it may also require you to reconsider existing beneficiary designations on IRAs, retirement plans and investment accounts and insurance policies. A will, a trust, an existing estate plan – they may need to be revisited. Resist the temptation to try and grow the newly acquired wealth quickly through aggressive investing. Now, how about the next few years? What does financial independence (or greater financial freedom) mean for you? How do you want to spend your time? Should you continue in your present career? Should you stick with your business or sell or transfer ownership? What kinds of nearterm possibilities could this open up for you? What are the concrete financial steps that could help you defer or reduce taxes in the next

few years? How can risk be sensibly managed as some or all of the assets are invested? Looking further ahead, tax efficiency can potentially make an enormous difference for that lump sum. You may end up with considerably more money (or considerably less) decades from now due to asset location and other tax factors. Think about doing nothing for a while. Nothing financially momentous, that is. There’s nothing wrong with that. Sudden, impulsive moves with sudden wealth can backfire. Welcome the positive financial changes, but don’t change yourself. Remaining true to your morals, ethics and beliefs will help you stay grounded. Turning to professionals who know how to capably guide that wealth is just as vital. Paul G. Hardin may be reached at 618-639-2468, paul.hardin@berthelrep.com or paulghardin.com. Registered Representative of and securities offered through Berthel Fisher & Company Financial Services, Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC.

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Thursday, July 24: Jersey County Health Department offering cholesterol and blood sugar testing by appointment. Call 4989565m ext, 301. Thursday, July 24: Grafton’s Music in the Park presents Typsy Gypsy performing Americana, folk and rock beginning at 7 p.m. at The Grove Memorial Park. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and a canned good donation for the Grafton Food Pantry. Friday, July 25: Bethel United Methodist Church spaghetti supper from 5 to 7 p.m. Free will donation. Bring a friend.

Saturday, July 26: Lewis and Clark historic site hosting Hummingbird Festival from 9 a.m. until noon. Event is free and open to the public. Site is located at the intersection of Rt. 3 and New Poag Road in Hartford. Saturday, July 26: Isaac’s Rays of Hope and HJH Trucking hosting a semi-truck/car show and fire truck pull from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Jersey County Fairgrounds. Event features DJ, vendors, food, refreshments and

activities for kids. For more information is available at isaacraysofhope.org. Saturday, July 26 and Sunday, July 27: Grafton Riverside Flea Market at the Loading Dock in Grafton.

Sunday, July 27: PiasaGateway Chapter A.B.A.T.E. of Illinois 28th annual Anniversary Run. Sing up from noon to 1:30 p.m. at Ted’s Motorcycle World, 4103 Humbert Road in Alton. For more information call Rick at 4668337 or Skinny at 917-6243. Tuesday, July 29: Jerseyville Farmers and Artisan Market showcasing locally grown produce and homemade artisan items at Outrageous Outdoors parking lot, 902 S. State, from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 30: State Representative C.D. Davidsmeyer hosting “Stand Up and Be Counted,” veteran information event at 6 p.m. at the Jerseyville American Legion. Event features presentation from Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs on services available to Illinois veterans and question and answer ses-

sion. A meal will be served. Please RSVP by calling 217-243-6221. Thursday, July 31: Grafton’s Music in the Park presents Matt Livasy performing classic rock beginning at 7 p.m. at The Grove Memorial Park. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and a canned good donation for the Grafton Food Pantry. Tuesday, Aug. 5: Jerseyville Farmers and Artisan Market showcasing locally grown produce and homemade artisan items at Outrageous Outdoors parking lot, 902 S. State, from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 7: Grafton’s Music in the Park presents Alone and Dying performing old time country and blues beginning at 7 p.m. at The Grove Memorial Park. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and a canned good donation for the Grafton Food Pantry. Saturday, Aug. 9: Security Finance sponsoring Fun Run/ Walk at Dolan Park. Registration begins at 7 a.m. Proceeds benefit Relay for Life and Jerseyville Food Pantry. For more information contact Security Finance at 618639-0130.

Journal NOTES

Charity Works reducing inventory Saturday, Aug. 9

A local non-profit is giving away free clothes, toys, household items and other necessities to those that visit on Aug. 9. Charity Works in Jerseyville has 2,000 to 2,500 items available for the give away. Individuals may get up to 10 items while families may get up to 20 at the event that is free and open to the public from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 9. Senior citizens are encouraged to visit Charity Works for the give away as well as the food pantry which is open from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday. The food pantry is in need of donations, especially for the months of April through July. Charity Works is located at Rt. 109 and Walton Street in Jerseyville.

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Things to consider when building an in-law suite Perhaps thanks to a struggling economy and an unpredictable stock market that has resulted in many retirement nest eggs being decimated, more and more adult children are welcoming their aging parents into their homes. Such living situations have led to a growth in in-law suites. In fact, in 2010 the National Association of Home Builders found that 62 percent of builders surveyed were working on home modifications related to aging. But before building an in-law suite in their home, homeowners might want to heed the following tips. n Be certain it is legal. Making changes to your home may require a permit, particularly if your in-law suite will be an entirely new addition to your property and not just a strict room remodel. Contact your local zoning board to ensure the project is within your rights as a homeowner. n Consider the health of your in-laws when making plans. Many in-law suites are occupied by aging relatives who might not be able to get up and down stairs as easily as they used to. That makes accessibility of the suite a top priority. Typically, it's best to locate in-law suites on the first floor, so relatives won't find it difficult to get in and out of the suite. n Remember to install safety features. Safety features like fire, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are a necessity. Make sure the alarms on each of these detectors are loud enough so elderly men and women who have hearing loss can hear them without issue. Make sure all walkways leading to the in-law suite have motion detecting lamps at night to reduce risk of falling. Also, if the suite will be a separate building from your house, such as a converted pool house or detached garage, install an intercom system that connects with the main house so your relatives can easily reach you in case of emergency. In-law suites are becoming more popular as a greater number of older adults are moving in with their adult children. Such suites can bring families closer together and prove beneficial for all parties involved.

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Edward Larkin Lee Gardner died Thursday, July 17, 2014 at the Veterans Home in Oxford, Miss., at the age of 88. He was born Dec. 10, 1925 in Washington, Mo., son of the late Edward Leonard Gardner and wife, Hulda B. Reinholz Gardner. Ed graduated from Washington High School in 1943. He served his country in the United States Merchant Marines from December 1943 to October 1946. On Feb. 27, 1945, Ed was united in marriage to Miss Ruth Pelster in San Francisco, Calif. They made their home in Jerseyville from 1957 to 1987. While in Jerseyville, he was an active member of Hope Lutheran Church. In 1987, they moved to make their home in New Haven. He was an active member of Ebenezer Lutheran Church Port Hudson, Mo., Washington V.F.W. Post #2661 and American Legion Post #218. Ed was preceded in death by his loving wife, Ruth Gardner; daughter-in-law, Ruth Ann Gardner; three brothers, Lester "Dutz" Gardner, Virgil "Knox" Gardner, and Rudy Gardner; and two sisters-in-law, Geraldine Gardner and Cathy Gardner; and a brother-in-law, Howard Pelster of Washington. Mr. Gardner is survived by his two sons, Daryl Gardner of Paducah, Ky., and Douglas Gardner and wife, Martha of Hernando, Miss.; two grandsons, Justin Gardner and wife, Jessica, and greatgrandson, Daniel Edward Gardner of Manassas, Va., and Jonathan Gardner and wife, Valerie of Smyrna, Ga.; four sisters, Jeanette Faes of Hermann, Betty Eckelkamp of Washington, Evelyn Jaeger of Washington, and Marilyn King and husband, Dick of Boulder, Colo.; brother-in-law, Harold Pelster and wife, Erika of Los Angeles; and two sisters-in-law, Irma Pelster and Gurthlen Gardner of Washington; other relatives, and many friends. Visitation will be held Saturday, July 26 from 10 a.m. until 12 with funeral service starting at noon at Ebenezer Lutheran Church Port Hudson in Leslie, Mo., with the Rev. William Zastrow officiating. Burial will take place the church cemetery. Memorials can be sent to Ebenezer Lutheran Church Port Hudson. The family was served by the Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington. To send condolences, please visit our website at www.oltmannfuneralhome.com

Marilyn Darr Wallace, 82, of Jerseyville died at 3:50 p.m. Tuesday, July 15, 2014 at her home. She was born Nov. 6, 1931 in Eldred, daughter of the late Ralph and Dorothy (Shanks) Darr. A U.S. Air Force veteran she retired as a tow boat cook. Survivors include her children, Doug and Cindy Wallace of Melvin, Larry and Diane Wallace of Jerseyville, Laura and Jeffrey Kadell of Jerseyville, Sherri Wallace and companion Randy Richardson of Patoka, Roger and Kandi Wallace of Roberts, Toni Woolsey of Jerseyville and Tracy and Roberta Wallace of Jerseyville; 18 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; and brothers, Richard Darr of Hamburg and Roger Darr of Alton. She was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Sara Jane Wallace; a son, Mike Wallace; five infant grandsons; a son-inlaw, Gary Woolsey; brothers, Gary Darr, Tom Darr and Ronnie Darr; and a sister, Norma Costello. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until time of funeral services at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 19 at First Assembly of God Church, 500 Cross Ave., Jerseyville with the Rev. Carl Hayes officiating. Burial will take place in Noble Cemetery near Otterville with military graveside service by Jerseyville American Legion Post 492. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Wounded Soldier Foundation. Alexander and Gubser Funeral Home in Jerseyville is in charge of arrangements.

Mildred Strunk Mildred Elizabeth Strunk, 91, of Godfrey, formerly of Medora, died at 12:35 a.m. Sunday, July 20, 2014 at Methodist Village in Godfrey. She was born Oct. 8, 1922 in Roxana, daughter of the lat Robert Taylor and Ruby Viola (Bear) Lovell. She married Earl L. Strunk June 15, 1946 in Wood River. He died July 3, 2013. A homemaker, she was a member of Grace Community Baptist Church in Jerseyville. She also was involved in both the Child Evangelism Fellowship and Children’s Leader in BSF International for 15 years. Survivors include three three daughters and two sons-in-law, Susan Munsterman of Belleville, Patricia and Blake Schaake of Alton and Jeanne and Tim Williams of Edwardsville; a daughter-in-law, Carol Strunk of Medora; 12 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; sisters, Grace Welton of Springfield, Jesse Vidacovich of Jacksonville, Mary Chapman of Osage Beach, Mo., and Sue and Dan Reilly of Alton; and a brother, Joseph and Lorraine Lovell of Litchfield. She was preceded in deity by her parents; husband; a son, Larry Strunk; a grandson, Aaron Strunk; brothers, Robert Lovell, Frank Lovell, Donald Lovell and Dean Lovell; and sisters, Margaret Frenz, Iris Dix, Lou Sunderland and Ann Wiltshire. Visitation was from 9 a.m. until time of services at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 23 at Targhetta and Wooldridge Funeral Home in Brighton. The Rev. Dean Blackburn officiated. Burial took place in Medora Cemetery. Memorials may be given to United Methodist Village in Godfrey. Online information and guestbook may be found at targhettaandwooldridge.com.

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Pictured with 2013 Miss Jersey County Greta Meisner is Rachel Meisner of Piasa who won Grand Champion Doe honors with her Boer doe.

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Jersey County 4-H Beef Show results Jersey County 4-H members brought their best animals to the 4-H Beef Show on July 7, at the Jersey County Fair. Important factors in rating the 4-H animals are showmanship, quality, fitting and overall care of their animal. Andrew Frerichs of Clifton judged this year’s show and awarded the following winners: Grand Champion Heifer Lauren Parker of Dow Reserve Grand Champion Heifer Tom Kirbach of Jerseyville Grand Champion Steer Jamie Moore of Piasa Reserve Grand Champion Steer Ashley Moore of Piasa Junior Showmanship BO Richey of Medora Intermediate Showmanship Simon Sarginson of Dow Senior Showmanship Wyatt Jones Heifer Show Breed Champions Champion Angus Heifer Chase Meisner of Jerseyville Champion Crossbred Heifer Katie Wock of Jerseyville Champion Hereford Heifer Lauren Parker of Dow Champion Shorthorn Heifer Tom Kirbach of Jerseyville Champion Simmental Heifer Sarah Richey of Medora

Champion AOB Heifer Laura Kirbach Market Steer Show Breed Champion Champion AOB Jamie Moore of Piasa Champion Angus Tommy Wilson of Piasa Champion Crossbred Sid Sarginson Champion Hereford Jenna Moore of Medora Champion Shorthorn Tom Kirbach of Jerseyville Champion Simmental Wyatt Jones of Fieldon Other 4-H member receiving blue ribbons were: Kaitlyn Wock, Simon Sarginson, Brett Schiller, Adam Smiley, Kiley Beth Kirchner, Tyler Parker, Kyle Walsh, Clayton Poppe, Cole Spencer, Sarah Richey, Laura Kirbach, Nicholas Ringhausen, Anna Ringhausen, Taylor Richey, Bo Richey, Justin Wadlow, Betsy Kirbach, Brianna Walsh, Hanna Moore, Ted Heitzig, Cody Heitzig, Wyatt Jones, Garrett Wilson, Bailey Wadlow, and Andrew Jones. For more information about Jersey County 4-H Program please contact University of Illinois ExtensionJersey County at (618) 498-2913 or email www.extension.edu/cjmm. JERSEY COMMUNITY UNIT JERSEY COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT #100 SCHOOL DISTRICT #100 2014-2015 SCHOOL 2014-2015 SCHOOLREGISTRATION REGISTRATION

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REGISTRATION INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND ON THE HOME PAGE OF THE DISTRICT WEBSITE AT www.jersey100.org.

Pictured with 2013 Miss Jersey County Greta Meisner is Ashton Wilson of Medora who took Grand Champion Wether honors with her Boer wether.

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John Davis John Thomas Davis, 72, of Jerseyville died Sunday, July 20, 2014 at St. Anthony’s Medical Center in Alton. He was born May 5, 1942 in Bunker Hill, the son of Herbert McKinley Davis and Dorothy Mae (Price). He married Janice L. (Forbes) July 3, 1981 in Eawst Alton. He was a Journeyman, machinist for Owens-Illinois. He was a veteran of the Navy and the Army. He was a member of International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers and he enjoyed gardening and feeding raccoons. Survivors include his spouse, Janice Davis of Jerseyville; children, Angela Dry (Laine) of Lancaster, S.C., Michael-Ann Crenshaw (Ari) of Lancaster, Allison Estes of Lancaster, Marina (Dial) (Christopher) Libutte of Ghonada, Ga.; 13 grandchildren; five greatgrandchildren; siblings, Lucille Eldridge of Bunker Hill, Cleda Kessinger (Billy) of Dorsey; nine nieces and two nephews; two additional nephews, Richard Goth of O’Fallon, Mo., and Bob Goth of Danville. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Delores Smith; a brother-in-law, Bill Goth; and a niece, Debbie Goth. Friends called on Wednesday, July 23 at Kravanya Funeral Home in Bunker Hill from 5 until 8 p.m. Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home with the Rev. Darrel Molen officiating. Burial will take place in Bunker Hill Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the American Legion. Anyone wishing to send online condolences may do so at www. kravanyafuneral.com

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Pictured left to right, Junior Showmanship Ashton Wilson, 2013 Miss Jersey County, Greta Meisner and Senior Showmanship winner Emily Maag.

Jersey County 4-H Goat Show results Jersey County 4-H members showed their dairy and meat goats on July 6th at the Jersey County Fair. The 4-H members were judged on the overall care and showmanship in the goat project area. 4-H Goat Show continues to grow every year with the popularity of raising goats. Judge, Larry Derrick, shared his experiences in what to look for in a good quality animal. Judge Larry Derricks of Jacksonville chose some outstanding 4-H members and their goats for top awards: Grand Champion Doe Rachel Meisner Reserve Grand Champion Doe Ashton Wilson Grand Champion Wether Ashton Wilson Reserve Grand Champion Wether Elaina Walsh Champion Boer Wether Ashton Wilson Reserve Champion Elaina Walsh Champion Pygmy Wether Grace Sharich

Reserve Champion Pygmy Wether Emma Sharich Champion Boer Doe Rachel Meisner Reserve Champion Boer Doe Ashton Wilson Champion Pygmy Doe Grace Sharich Reserve Champion Pygmy Doe Emma Sharich Champion Milk Doe Ashton Wilson Reserve Champion Milk Doe Samantha Steckel Champion Milk Wether Ashton Wilson Reserve Champion Milk Wether Emily Maag Junior Showmanship Ashton Wilson Senior Showmanship Emily Maag For more information about showing your animals in 4-H or any other 4-H program, please contact University of Illinois Extension-Jersey County at 618-498-2913.

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Students new to the district, Kindergarten students who did not complete registration and those who are unable to complete the online registration process will register at the building they will attend on:

Tuesday-Wednesday, August 5 & 6 9:00 A.M. - 12:30 P.M. 2:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M. Curriculum / Device Fees Grades K - 4 $75 / $0 Grades 5 - 7 $85 / $85 Grades 8 - 12 $100 / $85 Other fees may apply:

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Health requirements and forms can be found under School Registration on the district website at www.jersey100.org. Note: The LCCC Mobile Health Unit will be available to perform school/sports physicals on August 6th from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the district office, 100 Lincoln Ave., Jerseyville Cost is $25.00 – They do not bill insurance. ALL NEW STUDENTS MUST REGISTER New students transferring from another school will need to sign a release at the school they will be attending so that previous school records may be obtained. New students will also need to provide a certified copy of a birth certificate or legal document or court order; and proof of residency. Federal Breakfast/Lunch Program (Free & Reduced Breakfast/Lunch)

Application for free & reduced lunch is part of the online registration process. If you have questions please see your building principal on August 5th or 6th.

Pre-K Only Pre-K students who have received an acceptance letter will be eligible to register on August 5th and 6th. Call the district office at 498-5561 if you have any questions.

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Wednesday, July 23, 2014

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Having fun with science Robert Lyons/Jersey County Journal

Matthew Baecht watches his Alka Seltzer lava lamp churns with bubbles Thursday, July 17 during the 4-H Science Camp at the Feyerabend Building in Jerseyville. The camp provided children hands-on experiments. A robotics camp is scheduled for July 24 and 25.

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Participants in last week's 4-H science camp enjoy cookies while instructor Rachel Fikan prepares the next experiment.

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Owen Roberts applies petroleum jelly to a piece of paper Thursday, July 17 during the 4-H Science Camp at Jerseyville's Feyerabend Building. Under a black light the otherwise transparent petroleum jelly became visisble. Robert Lyons/Jersey County Journal

4-H Science Camp instructor Rachel Fikan prepares to drop a seltzer tablet into a bottle containing food coloring, oil and water.

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Participants in the 4-H Science Camp dip Q-tips into petroleum jelly to use for painting a picture. After completing the pictures, participants looked at the art with a black light in a dark room, which illuminated the petroleum jelly.

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Matt Ward watches with curiosity as his Alka Seltzer lava lamp does its thing.

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Will Pelletier drops an Alka Seltzer tablet into a bottle containing water, food coloring and oil during 4-H Science Camp in Jerseyville.

Matt Ward, left, to see the reaction of dish soap on puddles of food coloring in a tray of half and half while camp instructor Rachel Fikan pours in the detergent. M

Wednesday, July 23, 2014

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Governor Quinn signs legislation to help ensure fair hiring practices New law prevents criminal background checks until after applicant is deemed qualified for a job

Governor Pat Quinn has signed legislation to help ex-offenders secure employment in the private sector and become productive members of society. The new law prevents criminal background checks until after an applicant is deemed qualified for a job. This action follows an administrative order the governor issued last year to ensure the same consideration for those seeking state employment. The bill signing is part of Governor Quinn’s agenda to ensure all Illinois’ workers are treated fairly. “Everyone deserves a second chance when it comes to getting a job,” Governor Quinn said. “This law will help ensure that people across Illinois get a fair shot to reach their full potential through their skills and qualifications, rather than past history. It will also help reduce recidivism, fight poverty and prevent violence in our communities by putting more people back to work.” House Bill 5701, sponsored by State Representative Rita Mayfield (D-Waukegan) and State Senator Antonio Muñoz (D-Chicago), prohibits a private employer or employment agency from inquiring about or considering an applicant's criminal history until the applicant has been determined to be qualified for the job and selected for an interview. The new law does not apply to certain jobs where employers must exclude applicants with criminal histories. The legislation, which was recommended by the bipartisan Illinois Employment Restrictions Task Force, is effective Jan. 1, 2015. “By allowing applicants to undergo the interview process without being judged as unfit for employment because of their background, we will help individuals get back to work, pursue a higher education and become the responsible residents that our state thrives on,” Representative Mayfield said. “I believe this legislation will improve the lives of many residents and give them the opportunities they were previously unable to strive for.” “Everyone should have the opportunity to be considered for employ-

ment,” Senator Munoz said. “This legislation protects people with criminal records from discrimination, gives deserving people a second chance and allows them to be evaluated based on their suitability for a position.” Governor Quinn has supported and developed programs and signed legislation to give people of all ages a second chance in life. Governor Quinn recently signed legislation to automatically clear arrest records for less serious, non-violent juvenile cases. He also signed a law that broadens the list of sealable felonies and adds criteria for courts to use when deciding whether to grant an expungement. Last year the governor signed legislation to create a “second chance probation” option for non-violent offenders that allows a conviction to

be cleared from a defendant’s record upon successful completion of at least a two-year period of probation. He also signed bills to streamline the criminal record expungement and sealing process, and to give the courts discretion or jurisdiction to seal non-conviction records in felony arrests and charges. In 2013, Governor Quinn issued an administrative order to “ban the box,” prohibiting state agencies from asking job applicants about their criminal history before beginning to evaluate the individual’s knowledge, skills and abilities. In 2010, he launched the Summit of Hope events to provide assistance to ex-offenders to help them reintegrate safely into society. Since 2010 nearly 80 events have been held across the state serving over 16,000 ex-offenders.

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Seeking host families for exchange students Face The World is an International High School Exchange program that is inviting Illinois families to host a teenage exchange students for five or 10 months starting this fall. Students have their own spending money and insurance. They have a wide selection of students from all over the world and can tailor to any family’s interests. A host family might be interested in a student that loves swimming or one that enjoys horseback riding. Face The World will be able to find a great match for the family!

Experienced local coordinators will help guide each family through the application and student selection process. For the past 35 years Face The World has been offering opportunities to International Exchange Students to experience life in the USA with a host family and school. They are fully listed under CSIET and are accredited with the Department of State. For more information on hosting an exchange student please email dave@facetheworld.org or call FTW today 1-800-216-3223 -www.facetheworld.org

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900C NO TRESPASSING Jersey County

1500 YARD SALES

private property: No hunting or trespassing on any property owned by Gary Rothe, Teri Rothe Kirbach and Debra Rothe in Jerseyville, Illinois in Jersey County. Violaters will be prosecuted. 12.19.14

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My Land loc ate d in Sec tion 18 SW of Pearl is priv ate prope rt y. Hunti ng, fishi ng, trapp ing, tres passing, for any purp ose, without the written, signed perm iss ion of the owne r, is strictl y forb idd en. Vio lat ors will be prosec ute d. Tim othy Brinkm an. 3.19.15

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1500D YARD SALES Pike County

MULTI-UNIT RENTAL property. Great income producing property. Priced to sell! Call Chris at the Bank of Calhoun. 618576-2211. TF

YARD SALE Several families. Fri., July 25 and Sat., July 26, 8:30 a.m. -5 p.m. 428 N. Illinois St., Pittsfield. 7.23

1100B REAL ESTATE Greene County HOUSE FOR SALE in White Hall. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, hickory kitchen cabinets, large front room, dining room. Fence & landscape yard. sprinkler system, garage. For appt. 217-374-2491. 7.23 for sale profitable restaurant/bar with real estate in Greene County. $199,000. Motivated seller. 314-503-7137. 7.23

1100C REAL ESTATE Jersey County for sale Winery/bar Jersey Co. Located in historic river town. $325,000. 314-503-7137. 7.23

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1100D REAL ESTATE Pike County

Local Hunter looking to lease a farm in Pike County or Northern Calhoun County 618-550-9406. 3.7.15

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PRIME HUNTING LAND 241 acres in 3 tracts. Auction - Aug. 1. 16 miles SE of Pittsfield, just S of Pike Co. The Loranda Group & US Agri-Services Group/800-716-8189 www.loranda.com. 7.30 Absolutely nO TRESPASSING on the property of Lloyd and Debbie DeSherlia in Batchtown. Violators will be prosecuted. 8.7.14

800 MISCELLANEOUS BAYLIS FALL FESTIVAL car, truck and bike show Aug. 9. Registration 8:30 11 a.m. Judging follows. For more information, call 217248-6241. 7.23

900A NO TRESPASSING Calhoun County No trespassing on Jack and Mary Jeaen Aderton properety in Hardin. 5.1.15 no trespassing no hunting on property owned by Martha Knight (also known as Marty Aderton), Lincoln Valley Road, Hardin. 11.11.14

FOR SALE home sites: In Valley Tree Estates in Winchester. Large lots with city utilities in quiet and peaceful subdivision starting at just $24,900. Call Lyle at (217)-652-2522 for more details. 7.30 14 acres 28x48 garage w/ cabin and large porch in Pike Co., Detroit Township. Beautiful building site w/ electric, county water and septic tank in place. $96,500. 217-371-1239. 8.13

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LARGE MULTI FAMILY yard sale. Fri., July 25, 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. Sat., July 26, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. North of Hardin, next to Straight Home Bar and Grill (Sam and Grace Holland residence). Girls clothes: 0-5t, boys clothes: 0-14/16, juniors, women's, men's and big and tall men's clothes, toys, golf clubs, and household items. 7.23

multi-family yard sale Saturday, July 26, 7 a.m. 1 p.m. Located at 241 S. Monroe St., Pittsfield. Lots of housewares. Clothing, adult, youth boys, baby and baby supplies. Some antiques, toys and lots, lots more. 7.23 YARD SALE 204 Fair St., Pittsfield. July 25-26. 8 a.m. - ? Lots of Misc. Duke. 7.23 sale at the shed Lots of new items, linens, dishes, like new floral loveseat, lighted china cabinets, desks, hutches, chairs, dolls, Coke items. 4 1/2, miles south of New Canton on Hwy 96. Friday and Saturday, July 25 & 26. 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. 7.23 getting rid of it all sale, bargains galore. Window A/C, microwaves, bike, steps, CDs, DVDs, books, puzzles, toys, household, holiday. Friday, 25th & Saturday, 26th, 8 a.m., 444 W. Adams, Pittsfield. 7.23

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ESTATE OF ROBERT COLWELL, DECEASED SELLER, LILLIAN COLWELL

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Wednesday, July 23, 2014

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PUBLIC FARM AUCTION – SATURDAY, JULY 26TH 9AM

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241 ± Acres - 3 Tracts - located 16 miles SE of Pittsfield,

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THE LORANDA GROUP, INC. Bloomington, IL LeeAnn Moss, # 440000229

Auction Location: 616 W. Chestnut St. Griggsville, IL

Prime Hunting - Timber, Pasture & More ! - 1/2 mile S of the Pike/Calhoun Co. line

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 8TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT PIKE COUNTY PITTSFIELD, ILLINOIS Bank Of America, N.A. Plaintiff, vs.

14 CH 1

Michael I. Hagen aka Michael Hagen aka Michael Irvin Hagen; Reba N. Hagen aka Reba Hagen; The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development; CERT MAIL Secretary of Housing and Urban Development; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Defendants. Property Address: 15667 US Highway 54, Rockport, Illinois 62370 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the above-entitled cause on May 16, 2014, I, Sheriff, Paul Petty of Pike County, Illinois, will hold a sale on September 5, 2014 , commencing at 9 AM, at the Pike County Courthouse, 100 East Washington Street, Pittsfield, IL 62363, to sell to the highest bidder or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, to-wit: Commonly known as: 15667 US Highway 54, Rockport, Illinois 62370 P.I.N.: 75-004-03A First Lien Position; Single-Family Residence; Judgment Amount $92662.98 The property will NOT be open for inspection

IN ACCORDANCE WITH 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(H-1) AND (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), AND 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE PURCHASER OF THE PROPERTY, OTHER THAN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PAY THE ASSESSMENTS AND LEGAL FEES REQUIRED BY SUBSECTIONS (g)(1) AND (g)(4) OF SECTION 9 AND THE ASSESSMENTS REQUIRED BY SUBSECTION (g-1) OF SECTION 18.5 OF THE ILLINOIS CONDOMINIUM PROPERTY ACT. Terms of Sale: CASH - 10% down at the time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale. All payments for the amount bid shall be in certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Pike County. The person to contact for information regarding this property is: Steven J. Lindberg at FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120, Naperville, IL 60563 (866)402-8661. For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com 24 hours prior to sale. This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1771 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 150 Naperville, IL 60563-4947 630-453-6960 866-402-8661 630-428-4620 (fax) Attorney No. Cook 26122, DuPage 293191, Kane 031-26104, Peoria 1794, Winnebago 3802, IL 7.23.14, 7.30, 8.6

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT PIKE COUNTY, PITTSFIELD, ILLINOIS JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association successor by merger to Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation PLAINTIFF Vs.

RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE AUCTION

Thursday, August 7 • 6 PM

13 CH 00035

William E. Gwartney; et. al. DEFENDANTS NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 5/30/2014, the Sheriff of Pike County, Illinois will on 9/5/14 at the hour of 9:00AM at Pike County Courthouse 100 East Washington Street 2nd Floor Courtroom of courthouse Pittsfield, IL 62363, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Pike and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 53-020-10 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: RR3 Box 3160 Pittsfield, IL 62363 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-13-25209. 7.23.14, 7.30, 8.6

• 1996 Dutch Home • 1600 sf • 3 BR • Master BR & Bath • LR, DR, K, FR, Nook • 8 Room • 2 ½ Bath • Central A/C • GFA • 90’ x 132’ Lot! • 2-Car Garage

BANK OF BLUFFS, Plaintiff, vs. No. 14-CH-1

David Shotts Jr., Auctioneer / Agent / Appraiser

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT SCOTT COUNTY, ILLINOIS

• Front & Rear Porches • Appliances Transfer

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MICHAEL L. MELTON, KIMBERLY A. MELTON, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, pursuant to the Judgment of Foreclosure entered on June 26, 2014, Circuit Judge David R. Cherry will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder the premises involved herein on August 18, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. in the main hallway of the Scott County Courthouse, 35 East Market Street, Winchester, Illinois. The following information is given concerning said sale: A. Person to contact for information regarding the real estate: Ron Rose, Bank of Bluffs, P.O. Box 200, Bluffs, Illinois, 62621, telephone (217) 754-3373. B. Common address of the property: 118 South Brady Street, Bluffs, Illinois, 62621. C. Legal description of the property: Lots Number Twenty (20) and Twenty-one (21) in Charles Oakes’ Third Addition to the Village of Bluffs, Scott County, Illinois. D. The real estate is improved with a single-family residence. E. The real estate may be inspected prior to the sale by contacting Ron Rose. F. The time and place of the sale are as stated above. G. The terms of the sale are that the purchaser will pay ten percent (10%) of the purchase price on the day of sale, execute a purchase agreement, and pay the balance due within thirty (30) days, payment shall be by cash or certified funds; title insurance will be provided to the purchaser in the amount of the purchase price; the buyer will assume and pay all real estate taxes for the year 2014 and all subsequent years. H. The case title, case number and court in which the foreclosure was filed are as shown above. This document is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Bank of Bluffs, Plaintiff, By: RAMMELKAMP BRADNEY, P.C., Its attorneys, By: H. Allen Yow, Counsel Attorneys for Plaintiff: RAMMELKAMP BRADNEY, P.C. H. Allen Yow, Counsel 46 South Hill Street, P.O. Box 109 Winchester, Illinois, 62694 (217) 742-5215 7.23.14, 7.30, 8.6

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THURS., AUGUST 7 • 10:00 A.M. SALE TO BE HELD AT THE PIKE COUNTY FARM BUREAU BUILDING, 1301 E. WASHINGTON ST., PITTSFIELD, IL

2 20 A CR ES • 3 T RACT S

3PRODUCTIVE FARMLAND!

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Tract 1 - 80 Acres ± Tract 2 - 80 Acres ± Tract 3 - 60 Acres ± (Subject to Survey)

Land is located approximately 7 miles southeast of Pittsfield, IL in Section 2 of Hardin Township (near the small village of Time). Be watching for pre-sale directional signs off County Hwy. 7, south of Pittsfield, IL. Tracts 1 & 3 represent productive tillable farmland. Tract 2 has productive cropland, as well as some very nice hunting/recreational acreage. FSA figures indicate 177.68 acres of cropland (FSA figures do not reflect additional cropland acres which have been obtained by recent clearing, tiling and terracing).

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Wednesday, July 23, 2014

Jersey County Journal

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NEWS

Wednesday, July 23, 2014

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Jerseyville, Illinois

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Mission

Mercy 2014

Dr. Scott Beavers’ office participated in the 2014 Mission of Mercy in Peoria on June 20 and 21. Dentists and office staff come from all over Illinois to help those in need of dental treatment. Pictured left to right:

Laurie Beavers, Megan Roberts, Clinton Bailey, Kathy Burkholder, Marcia Turner (Tooth Fairy), Jill Turner, Laurie Crone, Scott Beavers.

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Happy Hearts Busy Hands Summer Camp recently took a field trip to the St. Louis Zoo. Elsie and Devin Eden, Lily and Meredith Dougherty, Veronica Dawdy and Jackson Berghoff enjoyed the sights.

Jersey County Journal

Thanks for all the memories LeBron James, right? Can you believe this guy? With the help of Sports Illustrated's Lee Jenkins, James crafted one of the most eloquent, classy and well- The Sam Antics spoken pieces of By Sam Elliott writing I've ever read to announce his return to Ohio earlier this month. How am I ever supposed to follow that? Well, here goes... Like LeBron, I'll also be returning to Ohio for the next stage of my career. This week's Jersey County Journal, Calhoun News-Herald and Greene Prairie Press will be my final issues with Campbell Publications as I've taken a new job in Bryan, Ohio, at The Bryan Times, a daily newspaper serving the northwestern corner of the state. While I'm excited for the next chapter in my career, it's definitely bittersweet saying goodbye to this chapter. Jerseyville and the surrounding communities have been amazing places to live and work for the past three-plus years and I'm definitely going to miss all the coworkers, teams, players and coaches that have made it such a joy. I think I have one of the best jobs in the world. I've gotten to see state tournament runs, thrilling finishes and intense, dramatic rivalry showdowns involving some incredible athletes. These local athletes have provided me opportunities to tell some great stories — so thanks a lot, kids. I like to think LeBron James and I have a lot in common. I mean you've got our respective obvious athletic talents, marketability and obsessive fan followings (hi Mom!), duh — isn't it obvious? Our recently announced returns to Ohio are just the latest addition to our list of similarities. Four years ago, James left his hometown team for a better opportunity elsewhere. I passed on an hour-long "The Decision" special myself, but by the end of James' first season in Miami I too was leaving my hometown (Cincinnati) to — as LeBron would have put it at the time — "take my talents to" a bigger and better professional opportunity. (So LeBron wound up in South Beach and I came to west-central Illinois — yeah OK, fine, I admit my "LeBron and I have tons in common" theory MAY have a few holes.) The similarities continue, though! James had a great team around him in Miami in the form of guys like Dwayne Wade and Chris Bosh. I was lucky to have an incredible and talented team of coworkers around me here at the Journal, News-Herald and Prairie Press, including but not limited to regional editor Robert Lyons and assistant editor Sue Heitzig. You guys made coming to Illinois as an outsider who had no idea what he was getting into easy, fun and it's truly been a pleasure working for and with you and the rest of the Campbell Publications crew. Keep up the excellence. LeBron won a couple of NBA championships and Finals MVP awards the past few years. I won a few Illinois Press Association awards the past few years. (I mean come on this "LeBron and I have tons in common" theory practically writes itself!) And now yet again James and I find ourselves in similar positions. He's returning to Ohio to dominate professional basketball a little closer to home in the northeast section of the state. I'm returning to Ohio to dominate the high school sportswriting scene a little closer to home in the northwest corner of the state. I don't know how much LeBron will miss Miami, but I will definitely miss Jersey, Greene and Calhoun counties and will forever look back fondly on my time here. To all the coworkers, coaches and players that helped make my time here the joy that it was: thank you for the memories. selliott@campbellpublications.net

Sports

Wednesday, July 23, 2014 Jerseyville, Illinois

Post 492 bows out of division tourney Sam Elliott Jersey County Journal The Jerseyville American Legion Post 492 baseball team fought off elimination once, but couldn't do it a second time and bowed out of the Third Division tournament following a 6-2 loss against East Moline Tuesday at the Don Snyders Sports Complex. Jerseyville's offense was stifled by Peoria Post 2, who won a 9-1 decision in the teams' tournament opener Monday. Mike Clendenen doubled home Jacob Witt for Post 492's lone run in the bottom of the eight inning. The defeat sent Jerseyville to the loser's bracket of the double-elimination tournament where a familiar foe — Calhoun Post 636 — awaited. Post 492 prevailed for the fifth time in as many matchups this summer, beating Calhoun 4-1 Tuesday afternoon. Witt singled to score Jake Varble and Lane Powers in the first inning, Kielyun Manning

added a run batted in the following frame and Clendenen made it a 4-0 lead in the third. Drake Kanallakan pitched eight shutout innings before Varble nailed down the save. Kanallakan drove home Hunter Bryant to give Post 492 an early lead against East Moline in Tuesday's nightcap, but a fourrun third inning shifted momentum in East Moline's favor as it went on to claim a 6-2 decision to keep its division title hopes alive and eliminate host Jerseyville. Post 492 finished the summer season 13-7. "We saw a lot of good things out of a lot of kids this summer. They all got better and that's what our program's set up to do," head coach Darren Perdun said. "A lot of these guys are trying to prepare themselves for varsity baseball next season. We've got a lot of them for two more years and every one of them, except for Lane Powers, unfortunately, will be back next season. It was a good summer for us." selliott@campbellpublications.net

Brighton wins title

Mike Weaver/Jersey County Journal

Jerseyville Post 492 shortstop Jake Varble squeezes a catch for an out against Peoria Post 2 during the Third Division tournament Monday at the Don Snyders Sports Complex. michaelrweaver.com

Esprit teams have summer success

Mike Weaver/Jersey County Journal

Spencer Heineman pitches for Brighton's Southwest Baseball League summer team earlier this season at Schneider Park. Brighton made its top seed hold and won the league tournament by beating No. 4 Red Bud 8-0 and No. 2 Greenville 10-0 in six innings Sunday at Greenville High School, ending its championship summer season with a 20-6-1 record. Heineman led the team this summer with a .493 batting average and a 0.54 earned-run average. michaelrweaver.com

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Panthers host 7-on-7 scrimmages

The Illinois Esprit 14U softball team finished in third place at the recent Amateur Softball Association state tournament for "A" teams in Pekin. Team members include, left to right, Megan Pfeiffer, Jordan Garella, Caitlyn Connel,Hannah Rexford, Emily Struble, Natalie Guswelle, Bethany Muenstermann, Maggie Bailey, Mackenzie Thurston and Ashleigh Trochuck.

Sam Elliott/Jersey County Journal

Jersey Community High School's Brendan Kennedy makes a catch against tight Columbia defense during 7-on-7 football action Wednesday, July 16, at the Don Snyders Sports Complex. The Panthers hosted the football programs from Carrollton, Jacksonville, Columbia, Williamsville and Breese Mater Dei for a series of 7-on-7 scrimmages and a lineman challenge. "This was really our first competition and I'm proud of the kids. We had some good competition here," JCHS head coach Dave Jacobs said. "It's really a good starting point. We want to see which kids are willing to step up and compete." selliott@campbellpublications.net

PGA professional spends day at Westlake

Sam Elliott/Jersey County Journal

Jay Delsing follows through on a practice swing while giving area golfers tips and advice during a clinic the PGA Tour professional gave Friday at Westlake Country Club. Delsing also played a nine-hole exhibition with a group of local players and hosted a dinner and question-and-answer session at the club with proceeds benefitting the Jay Delsing Jr. Golf Foundation, which provides children of Jersey County and surrounding areas an opportunity to learn the game of golf. selliott@campbellpublications.net

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The Illinois Esprit 14U softball team was the runner-up out of 44 teams at the recent ASA state tournament for "B" teams in Decatur. The team added a tournament championship when they won five-straight games to claim the MO/IL Open "A" Bragging Rights Tournament title from a field of 22 teams Friday, July 11, in Kirkwood. Team members include, front row left to right, coach Steve Schwegel, Liz Young, Sydney Henrichs, Kadiah Baalman, Lindsay Major, Morgan Moxey; back row left to right, coach Mike Moxey, Bella Delgado, Mallory Schwegel, MacKenzie Kasarda, Grace Nichols, Mallory Klostermann, coach George Kasarda and Taryn Brown.

NEWS

Wednesday, July 23, 2014

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Jerseyville, Illinois

Awards from Jersey County Exhibit Building during the Jersey County Fair Floriculture Best

Show

and

Garden Products

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Culinary

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Ryan Scott won Best of Show for his Lily.

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Anna Fessler won the high points trophy for Culinary.

Antique and Hobby Show

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Sharon Alward won Best of Show for her Fern and also for her arrangement in basket.

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Rachel Parcell won Best of Show for her Digitally Altered Photo.

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Greta Meisner won Reserve for Building and Architecture Photo.

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Sharon Swearingin won best display for her potted collection of three plants.

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Bridgette Parcell won Reserve Award for six yellow onions.

Autumn Wilson Best of Show for 12 hot peppers.

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Wednesday, July 23, 2014

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Price reduced 4 bdrm, 2 bath 2 story home on 3 lots located in Hardin. The property includes a detached large two car garage and a large boat shed. The property is close to a major town boat launch. The home has excellent views of the Illinois river. 3 bdrm 1 bath home on 1.5 rural acres.west of Hardin. Great views. 100 ft lot with river frontage and boat ramp. Hamburg Large 1 bdrm cabin with river frontage. Priced to sell. Michael. 1.8 acre lot. with road frontage. Ideal area ready to build on. Batchtown Small quaint cabin overlooking the Ill River sitting on 5 secluded Hardin town lots. 5.7 acres and adjoining 3.6 acres may be available. 141 acre farm consisting of tillable land, gentle sloping pasture land, woodland and ponds. Included is a newly renovated 2 story farm home with separate apartment with bsmt. This secluded farm is an ideal weekend getaway. North Calhoun. 6 acres of open land and woods. Nice building spot. S Hamburg 1 acre M/L river lot with frontage on the Ill River Large 2 bdrm cabin with Ill river frontage. Priced to sell Micheal

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Price reduced 126 Greenleaf ct. Brighton 4 beds, 4 baths, all brick on lake 2 car attached and 2 car detached garages, walk out finished basement, New 2-tiered deck beautiful landscaping

$279,000

618-910-3984

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Wednesday, July 23, 2014

Heart health tips no matter the weather The weather and temperature outdoors can have a large impact on energy levels and motivation to exercise. Warm, sunny weather can beckon one outdoors, while cold or rainy weather could keep one hibernating inside -which is not good for the spirit or the body, including cardiovascular health. Staying active when the weather seems to be pitted against you can be challenging. However, there are many things you can do to make the best of things and still get the exercise needed for a healthy heart. Here are a few ideas to get you started. n Head outdoors: Instead of the regular workouts you do, consider something that makes the most of the weather outdoors. If it's hot outside, consider walking by the seaside where the ocean mist can keep you cool, or having your feet in the laps of water reaching the sand. Unless you are the Wicked Witch of the West, a little rainfall will not make you melt. Don a raincoat and take a brisk walk around the neighborhood. If it's cold outdoors or if there's an residual snow sledding or skiing remain fun ways to burn calories. All of these activities count as moderate to vigorous exercise, which is recommended daily for most people. n Eat right: It's far too easy to indulge in comfort foods, but they tend to be fattening. Eating the right foods to maintain a healthy weight goes a long way toward protecting the heart. Be sure to eat breakfast every day, and choose fruits and vegetables as snacks over sweet and salty items. Canned varieties are just as healthy as fresh produce and can offer a variety of flavors when certain foods are not in season. Be sure to include plenty of foods high in fiber. Not only will they help keep cholesterol levels in check,

but it will also help you to feel full faster and longer. n Dress appropriately: Weather is often unpredictable. Therefore, dress in layers so you can remove or add clothing as needed to remain comfortable. Children and older adults are more susceptible to the effects of cold weather. According to Jersey Shore University Medical Center, when temperatures are low your heart works harder to keep the body warm. Dressing warmly can help avoid taxing the heart. The same caution applies when the temperature is extremely warm. It's easy for the elderly to overheat and become dehydrated. Dress in light clothing and remember to drink plenty of water.Before starting any exercise regimen, it is important to discuss your plans with a physician. He or she can determine if you are physically capable of moderate exercise or if any illnesses may impede your ability.

TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 100056

TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 100170

TO: Robert E. Ontis, Current Occupant, Linda S. Ontis, Wells Fargo Financial Illinois Inc., Wells Fargo Bank N.A., Laclede Community Credit Union, Jersey County Trustee,

TO: Mary Debra Van Allman, Current Occupant, Mary Dunn, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Inc., Wells Fargo Bank N.A., Pierce & Associates,

and unknown owners or parties interested. A Petition for Tax Deed on premises described below has been filed in the Circuit Court of JERSEY County, Illinois, as case 14-TX-11. The real estate is described as: Parcel #: 04-493-002-00 Said property was sold on NOVEMBER 7, 2011 for the General Taxes for the year 2010. The period of redemption will expire on NOVEMBER 6, 2014. On NOVEMBER 26, 2014, the petitioner will make application to such court in said County for an order for Tax Deed should the real estate not be redeemed. Dennis D. Ballinger Petitioner 7.23.14, 7.30, 8.6

Fieldon Fire Protection District Notice of Public Hearing Notice is given that the Board of Trustees of the Fieldon Fire Protection District will conduct a public hearing on September 2, 2014 at 7:00 PM at the Fire Station in Fieldon, Illinois on the Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance of the District for the fiscal year beginning June 1, 2014 and ending May 31, 2015. Notice is further given that a copy of the 2014-2015 Tentative Budget is posted at the Fire Station in Fieldon, Illinois for public inspection and will remain so posted for 30 days prior to final action on the final budget and appropriation ordinance. Notice is further given that following the public hearing, at the regular meeting on September 2, 2014 to be held at the same time and location, the Board of Trustees will act on the Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance. 7.23.14

and unknown owners or parties interested. A Petition for Tax Deed on premises described below has been filed in the Circuit Court of JERSEY County, Illinois, as case 14-TX-12. The real estate is described as: Parcel #: 10-080-003-00 Said property was sold on NOVEMBER 7, 2011 for the General Taxes for the year 2010. The period of redemption will expire on NOVEMBER 6, 2014. On NOVEMBER 26, 2014, the petitioner will make application to such court in said County for an order for Tax Deed should the real estate not be redeemed. Dennis D. Ballinger Petitioner

Jersey County Journal

Jerseyville, Illinois

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PRICE GREATLY REDUCED - HARDIN –

23609 CENTENNIAL ROAD, JERSEYVILLE

$135,900

NEW PRICE ON THIS WONDERFUL VILLA - Like new with space galore. Open floor plan, large eat-in kitchen with appliances, nice pantry and patio doors leading to a concrete patio overlooking golf course. Large master with walk-in his and her closets. Vaulted ceiling in living room, nice sitting area and foyer, main floor laundry with washer & dryer included, 2 car garage and full basement to expand even further. Call Elaine Rhodes, Managing Broker 618-578-8772

Elaine Rhodes, Managing Broker/Owner GRI, SFR, SRES “A REALTOR WHO CARES!” Property Professionals of IL Midwest Div. LLC (618) 578-8772 (618) 466-9922 5411 Godfrey Road, Godfrey, IL 62035 www.theilpros.com

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STATELY WHITE STONE & BLOCK HOME WITH GREAT HISTORY, BEAUTY AND IN PRISTINE CONDITION. VERY LARGE LIVING ROOM WITH FIREPLACE (GAS & ELECTRIC). FRONT ENTRY HALL WITH OPEN STAIRCASE, FORMAL DINING ROOM WITH BAY WINDOWS, UPDATED KITCHEN WITH NEW STAINLESS APPLIANCES (INCLUDED) AND BEAUTIFUL BREAKFAST & FAMILY ROOM WITH ATTACHED DECK. UPDATES INCLUDE NEW ROOF, NEW WINDOWS PLUMBING AND ELECTRIC/WIRING…….$160,000.00

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7.23.14, 7.30, 8.6

De-clutter the Kitchen

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Simple steps to update and organize (Family Features) From simple storage solutions that freshen up messy rooms to projects that enliven a space, do-it-yourself options are a popular choice among many homeowners. Try out some of these ideas to make every room in your home feel new again, without having to empty your pocketbook or call a handyman. Organize Your Work, Living Spaces In order for personal style to shine, it’s important that your home is organized and clutter free, especially in the rooms where you work, play and relax. Whether it’s the pile of paper in the office or a heap of stuffed animals in the living room - these are the rooms where so much family life takes place, so keeping it clean is essential. Luckily, there are various solutions you can add without the need of a professional, from small space savers to large statement pieces that improve the function and design of a room. Living Room When it comes to your living room, do you long for a space to stash toys, books and all the other random trinkets

that pile up? Enjoy the benefits of versatile storage with ClosetMaid’s new Premium Cubes, available exclusively at The Home Depot. With a full back panel, these six- or ninecube organizers are offered in two distinct looks. Choose the style that complements your decor, from traditional Mahogany to the contemporary styling of Weathered Teak. Work Space Improve your efficiency with the proper tools for the job. The Home Depot Premium Cubes are also a great addition for those who want to add sleek, upscale elements to a work space or office. These stylish storage options offer a professional look and feel and can keep any work environment properly organized.

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Bedroom Closets While many homes are complete with bedroom closets to keep the clutter from view, it’s what’s inside those helpful storage areas that count. When looking for organizational solutions to keep your clothing and accessories tidy, look for those that offer flexibility, such as ClosetMaid’s

ShelfTrack(r). These wire shelving units are available in kits and open stock, which can be cut to size, with shelves available in a variety of depths and finishes, including options like White and Nickel. For more ideas for keeping your living spaces orderly, visit closetmaid.com.

From spices to coffee filters to cooking oils, those kitchen cabinets have a way of filling up fast, and keeping these culinary tools in order can be a daunting task. Use these five tips to get your pantry and kitchen cabinets in order: 1. Empty Each Shelf Go through each shelf to properly wipe out dust and crumbs, and to sort through outdated food. Before you put the items back on the shelves, clean the base thoroughly and line each one with a non-adhesive shelf liner, such as Duck(r) brand Smooth Top Easy Liner, which will create a protective, cushioned barrier on your surfaces. 2. Survey Food Items Go through food items and donate or dispose of those you won’t use. Seal boxes for donation with an easyto-use packaging tape, such as Duck brand EZ Start packaging tape. Its Frustration Free special release technology makes it easy to start with every use and ensures you never lose the tape end. 3. Group Similar Items Move common items together to help you keep track of your inventory. For further organization, sort based on expiration so you can use up food Finishing Touches Here are a few other ways to enhance the rooms in your home with stylish and useful updates: Dim the Lights: Install light dimmers throughout your home for an extra touch of ambiance and improved energy efficiency. The dimming function is especially perfect for living rooms, dining rooms and bedrooms. Add a Pop of Color: Perk up a neutral room by giving an old chair, mirror or side table a new paint job. Simply spray your decorative item with quality paint, such as Krylon Dual Superbond Paint + Primer, which sticks to virtually any material, bringing life to your favorite household items. For information, visit krylon.com. Hang It Up: Add a row of hooks to your walls for extra function. Perfect for use in the bathroom or kitchen for hanging towels or pot holders. A hook installed in an entryway

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while it’s still fresh. 4. Create User-Friendly Spaces Make your pantry more ergonomic and easier to access by placing commonly used items on eye-level shelves. 5. Utilize Organization Tools Maximize the space in pantry and cabinets with turntables for spices and other storage solutions. Add a pop of personality to these areas with a lining product such as Duck brand Smooth Top Easy Liner, which is available in an assortment of trendy colors and patterns to complement any design. For other ideas for keeping your kitchen tidy, visit duckbrand.com.

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or mudroom is a great spot for keys, jackets and backpacks.

Wednesday, July 23, 2014

Jersey County Journal

Jerseyville, Illinois

Jersey County police and traffic

The following police reports were filed between July 14 and July 18. 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 individuals were charged with felonies: McCalla, Phillip M., dob 10-19-90, theft/unauthorized control and possession of drug paraphernalia. Bollinger, Justin L, dob 5-12-90, possession of cannabis/30-500 grams and manufacture/deliver cannabis/30-500 grams. Zimmerman, Douglas R., dob 5-3182, possession of cannabis/30-500 grams and manufacture/deliver cannabis/30-500 grams. Galbreath, Leah M., dob 10-794, possession of cannabis/30-500 grams and manufacture/deliver cannabis/30-500 grams. Lavite, Peter V., dob 12-28-96, aggravated DUI/accident/death. Nagel, Jared C., dob 4-4-82, driving on revoked/suspended DUI, 2 counts leaving the scene, fail to reduce speed and unsafe backing on a roadway. The following individuals were charged with misdemeanors: Walker, King D., dob 1-26-58, theft control intent. Schofield, David S., dob 1-13-82, criminal damage to property and theft/ unauthorized control. McCoy, Andrew P., dob 9-15-94, theft/unauthorized control and possession of drug paraphernalia. Masterson, Scott A., dob 8-1-70, possession of cannabis and 2 counts possession of drug paraphernalia. Doe, John, dob not available, theft/ unauthorized control.

Atwood, Nathan A., dob 4-15-85, violate order of protection. The following individuals were charged with ordinance violations: McCoy, Andrew P., dob 9-15-94, public intoxication. Kraushaar, Brian C., dob 9-6-92, careless driving. The following individuals were charged with driving under the influence: Garner, Daniel R., dob 1-25-89. Hagerty, Mark N., dob 11-7-83. Benson, Joseph M, dob 4-29-89. Lavite, Peter V., dob 12-28-96. Doe, John, dob not available. The following individuals were issued traffic citations: Gardner, Daniel R., dob 1-25-89, operating an uninsured vehicle. Tallman, David S., dob 5-1-81, transportation of alcohol/driver, operating an uninsured vehicle and driving on revoked license. Hagerty, Mark N., dob 11-7-83, driving on revoked license and driving 15-20 mph above the limit. Benson, Joseph M., dob 4-29-89, speeding 35+ mph over limit. Christian, Bradley S., dob 8-3-77, operating an uninsured vehicle. Wittman, Melissa A., dob 8-30-67, operating an uninsured vehicle. Pohlman, Joseph L., dob 1-3-81, operating an uninsured vehicle. Bardsley, Heather L., dob 12-3073, driving 15-20 mph above the limit. Neisler, Courtney G., dob 9-30-97, driving 21-25 mph above the limit. Devries, Kevin L., dob 3-25-66, driving 15-20 mph above the limit. Green, Christopher D., dob 11-2283, driving 15-20 mph above the limit and registration expired. Hurley, Ross J., dob 9-21-86, driving 21-25 mph above the limit. Whitlock, Dalton W., dob 7-14-92,

driving 11-14 mph above the limit. Stagner, Shyanna M., dob 8-15-93, registration expired. Baruxen, Cody L. A., dob 9-21-94, driving 21-25 mph above the limit. Schallenberg, Deborah S., dob 8-12-57, driving 21-25 mph above the limit. Smith, Matthew K. K., dob 8-1077, operating an uninsured vehicle. Wittman, Jaron T., dob 11-19-96, driving 15-20 mph above the limit. Boschert, Shelby A., dob 11-9-82, seat belt/driver. Harrelson, Matt R., dob 12-18-96, seat belt/passenger. Randolph, Anthony P., dob 7-3196, seat belt/driver. Stamper, Lonnie D. Jr., dob 10-973, seat belt/driver. Corbin, Jeffrey M., dob 10-31-63, seat belt/driver. Collins, Marci E., dob 10-13-83, transportation of alcohol/passenger. Alford, Dayna L., dob 1-19-80, speeding 26-34 mph over limit. Stark, Daniel Aaron, dob 6-26-84, unlicensed and driving 15-20 mph above the limit. Parish, Robert H. Jr., dob 2-19-47, driving 15-20 mph above the limit. Inlow, Daniel W., dob 3-22-91, driving 15-20 mph above the limit. Hanold, Kari E., dob 2-14-83, operating an uninsured vehicle. Williams, Brandi N., dob 2-15-90, fail to obey stop sign. Wyatt, Joseph D., dob 5-18-35, fail to notify of damage/unattended vehicle. Miller, Keith L., dob 7-7-84, operating an uninsured vehicle. Lybarger, Stephen Lawrence, dob 5-22-80, operating an uninsured vehicle and driving 15-20 mph above the limit. Stiwell, Nicole L., dob 4-10-88,

PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS,

Case No. 14-TX-09, ETC FBO Frank Proctor IRA #88523.

Case No. 14-TX-10, ETC FBO Frank Proctor IRA #88523.

Case No. 14-TX-08, ETC FBO Frank Proctor IRA #88523.

To: Jerseyville Lodge No. 695 Loyal Order of Moose, Occupants of, First Bank, State of Illinois Department of Employment Security, Jersey County Clerk; and all other persons/entities UNKNOWN having or claiming any right, interest or title in the following described real estate:

To: Randall W. Barnes, Sr., Capital One Bank (USA), Occupants of, Jersey County Clerk; and all other persons/entities UNKNOWN having or claiming any right, interest or title in the following described real estate:

To: Heirs and Devisees of Bill J. Parkinson, John Kimbrel, Occupants of, Jersey County Clerk; and all other persons/ entities UNKNOWN having or claiming any right, interest or title in the following described real estate:

ORIGINAL TOWN LOTS 8, 9 & 10 BLK 17

BURKE’S SUB DIV OF LOTS 20,21& 22 BURKE’S SECOND ADD W 63’ LOT 4 BLK 2

S 33 T9 R13 UNPLATTED PARCEL NE COR NW 1/4 NE 1/4 E OF NELSON (E 1/2 LOT 18 OFC PLAT; SEE 09 228 011 00)

Permanent Index No. 04-757-009-00

Permanent Index No. 04-432-004-00

Permanent Index No. 09-231-012-00

On July 2, 2014, ETC FBO Frank Proctor IRA #88523 filed a Petition for Order of Tax Deed. The object of the plaintiff’s petition is to foreclose on the Tax Sale Certificate No. 100071 for the delinquent taxes on real estate described above which was issued by the Jersey County Treasurer on November 7, 2011. The taxes due under the certificate are for the year 2010 and prior years. The petition asks the court to direct the county clerk to issue a tax deed if the property is not redeemed from the sale on or before November 7, 2014, and that Petitioner, as grantee of tax deed be put in possession of said parcel of real estate. The Petition for Order of Tax Deed will be brought before the Jersey County Circuit Court on November 24, 2014 at 11:30 A.M. in Courtroom A. If you fail to redeem, the court may enter a judgment for the relief demanded in the petition.

On June 27, 2014, ETC FBO Frank Proctor IRA #88523 filed a Petition for Order of Tax Deed. The object of the plaintiff’s petition is to foreclose on the Tax Sale Certificate No. 100053 for the delinquent taxes on real estate described above which was issued by the Jersey County Treasurer on November 7, 2011. The taxes due under the certificate are for the year 2010 and prior years. The petition asks the court to direct the county clerk to issue a tax deed if the property is not redeemed from the sale on or before November 7, 2014, and that Petitioner, as grantee of tax deed be put in possession of said parcel of real estate. The Petition for Order of Tax Deed will be brought before the Jersey County Circuit Court on November 24, 2014 at 11:30 A.M. in Courtroom A. If you fail to redeem, the court may enter a judgment for the relief demanded in the petition.

On June 27, 2014, ETC FBO Frank Proctor IRA #88523 filed a Petition for Order of Tax Deed. The object of the plaintiff’s petition is to foreclose on the Tax Sale Certificate No. 100162 for the delinquent taxes on real estate described above which was issued by the Jersey County Treasurer on November 7, 2011. The taxes due under the certificate are for the year 2010 and prior years. The petition asks the court to direct the county clerk to issue a tax deed if the property is not redeemed from the sale on or before November 7, 2014, and that Petitioner, as grantee of tax deed be put in possession of said parcel of real estate. The Petition for Order of Tax Deed will be brought before the Jersey County Circuit Court on November 24, 2014 at 11:30 A.M. in Courtroom A. If you fail to redeem, the court may enter a judgment for the relief demanded in the petition.

ETC FBO Frank Proctor IRA #88523 Petitioner

Stuart E. Morgenstern, #6275553 Attorney for Petitioner 1 W. Laurel Street Pinckneyville, Illinois 62274 (618)357-5315

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY – JERSEYVILLE, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, vs.

Case No. 14-CH-15

DEIDRE HENDERSON, a/k/a DEIDRE D. HICKS, a/k/a DEIDRE D. HENDERSON; CHAUNTE HENDERSON; CLARENCE HENDERSON JR, a/k/a CLARENCE L. HENDERSON JR; JADYN HENDERSON; ALYVIA HENDERSON; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF CLARENCE L. HENDERSON, a/k/a CLARENCE HENDERSON, IF ANY; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS. Defendants. NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Notice is given of the death of Clarence L. Henders. An order was entered by the Jersey County Circuit Court on the motion of US Bank National Association on May 12, 2014, naming Allison S. Lorton, of WITTMAN & LORTON, P.C., 123 West Pearl Street, Jerseyville, Illinois, as personal representative of the ESTATE OF CLARENCE L. HENDERSON, DECEASED. Notice is given to Unknown heirs or legatees who are not named in the complaint for foreclosure and whose names or addresses are not stated in the complaint for foreclosure, that an order was entered naming Allison S. Lorton as personal representative of the ESTATE OF CLARENCE L. HENDERSON on May 12, 2014. SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE Allison S. Lorton, #6287442 WITTMAN & LORTON, P.C. 123 West Pearl Street Jerseyville, Illinois 62052 (618) 498-2167 7.16, 7.23, 7.30

ETC FBO Frank Proctor IRA #88523 Petitioner Stuart E. Morgenstern, #6275553 Attorney for Petitioner 1 W. Laurel Street Pinckneyville, Illinois 62274 (618)357-5315 7.9.14, 7.16, 7.23

7.9.14, 7.16, 7.23

IN THE CIRCUIT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY-JERSEYVILLE, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION PLAINTIFF, VS

14 CH 15

DEIDRE HENDERSON A/K/A DEIDRE D. HICKS A/K/A DEIDRE D. HENDERSON; CHAUNTE HENDERSON; CLARENCE HENDERSON JR A/K/A CLARENCE L. HENDERSON JR; JADYN HENDERSON; ALYVIA HENDERSON; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF CLARENCE L. HENDERSON A/K/A CLARENCE HENDERSON, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; ALLISON LORTON, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE DECEASED MORTGAGOR, CLARENCE L. HENDERSON A/K/A CLARENCE HENDERSON; ALLISON LORTON, GUARDIAN AD LITEM FOR JADYN HENDERSON, REPUTED MINOR AND POSSIBLE HEIR; ALLISON LORTON, GUARDIAN AD LITEM FOR ALYVIA HENDERSON, REPUTED MINOR AND POSSIBLE HEIR; DEFENDANTS. 302 LINCOLN AVENUE JERSEYVILLE, IL 62052 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

LOTS 50 AND 51 OF OSCAR HILL’S SUBDIVISION OF THE SOUTH PART OF BLOCKS 14 AND 20 OF HILL’S SECOND ADDITION TO THE CITY OF JERSEYVILLE, ALL BEING SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF JERSEY AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. SITUATED IN JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 302 LINCOLN AVENUE JERSEYVILLE, IL 62052 and which said Mortgage was made by, CLARENCE L. HENDERSON A/K/A CLARENCE HENDERSON ***DECEASED**; Mortgagor (s), to MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR ENDEAVOR CAPITAL** Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of JERSEY County, Illinois, as Document No. 1000122479; and for other relief. UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this County, CHARLES E. HUEBENER CLERK OF THE COURT 201 W. PEARL ST. JERSEYVILLE, IL. 62052

NOTICE IS GIVEN YOU, CHAUNTE HENDERSON; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF CLARENCE L. HENDERSON A/K/A CLARENCE HENDERSON, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ;

on or before August 22, 2014, A JUDGMENT OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT.

defendants, that this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, asking for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit:

PIERCE & ASSOCIATES Attorneys for Plaintiff Thirteenth Floor 1 North Dearborn Chicago, Illinois 60602 Tel. (312) 346-9088 Fax (312) 346-1557 PA 1318345 7.23.14, 7.30, 8.6

operating an uninsured vehicle. Ruyle, Richard L., dob 2-11-59, operating an uninsured vehicle. Getta, Michelle Quinlan, dob 3-2069, driving 15-20 mph above the limit. Kelly, Lori L., dob 2-28-76, driving 15-20 mph above the limit. Mason, Patricia L., dob 12-4-78, driving 15-20 mph above the limit. Gleason, Randy L., dob 12-7-94, disregard stop sign. Pfeifer, Tammy J., dob 9-7-60, operating an uninsured vehicle. Heberling, Jayce G., dob 3-16-97, squealing/screeching tires. Ashby, Christina M., dob 6-11-88, driving 21-25 mph above the limit. Greeley, Kyle B. M., dob 12-30-94, operating an uninsured vehicle. Anglin, Tyler E., dob 11-5-87, no valid registration and transportation of alcohol/driver. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF HUBERT J. CATT, No. 14‑P‑24

Court/PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF PREVAILING WAGE ORDINANCE

NOTICE

TAKE NOTICE that Ruyle Township of Jersey County, Illinois, pursuant to "An Act regulating wages of laborers, mechanics, and other workers employed in any public works by the State, county, city, or any public body or any political subdivision or by anyone under contract for public works," (820 ILCS 1301) has determined on, and as effective from June 11, 2014, that the general prevailing rate of wages in this locality for laborers, mechanics, and other workmen engaged in the construction of public works coming under the jurisdiction of Ruyle Township is the same as determined by the Illinois Department of Labor for Jersey County as of June 11, 2014. A copy of the full ordinance and the Department of Labor determination is available for inspection by any interested party in the main office of Ruyle Township, located at 29094 Bethel Church Road, Kane, Ill., and to any employer or association of employers and any person or association of employees who have filed, or file their names and addresses, requesting copies of the same. Dated: June 11, 2014. Sharon Young

Public Notice is hereby given that on June 30, 2014, 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 No. 15 Main, located at 15 Main St., Grafton, IL 62037.

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Dated this 30th day of June, 2014 STEPHEN L POHLMAN COUNTY CLERK 7.9.14, 7.16, 7.23

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Deceased. CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Hubert J. Catt of Jerseyville, Jersey County, Il‑ linois. Letters Testamentary were issued on June 30, 2014, to Dana R. Muffley whose address is 23103 Hollow Ave., Jerseyville, Illinois, and whose attorney is Todd W. Parish, Strang & Parish, Ltd., 108 N. Lafayette Street, Jerseyville, Illi‑ nois, 62052. The estate will be administered with‑ out court supervision unless, under Sec‑ tion 28‑4 of the Estates Act (755 ILCS 5/28‑4), any interested person termi‑ nates 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 Executor or Attorney on or be‑ fore January 10, 2015, 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 3rd day of July, 2014. 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 7.9.14, 7.16, 7.23

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