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Grant to boost victim witness coordinator pay By JUSTIN A. COBB Pike Press

he office of victim witness coordinator in Pike County will now receive $4,485 more in salary in benefits each year, thanks to a grant from the Illinois Attorney General’s Office. Pike County Board adopted a finance committee recommendation to apply the raise, retroactive to July 1, when the board met Monday evening, all board members voting in

favor except Fred Bradshaw, who was absent and did not vote. The $25,000 total amount the county receives through the grant is $4,485 more than what was awarded the previous year, according to board member Jim Sheppard, finance committee chair. Citing a letter from the attorney general’s office, Sheppard said the county must put the entire increase toward the position’s compensation package and not use any amount to offset the county’s contribution or else lose the entire grant. State’s Attorney Zachary Boren told the board the ratio-

nale was to increase the salary and stature of the position

“We want to build the position and increase the salary for the position.”

Zachary Boren Pike County State’s Attorney to help attract well-qualified candidates. “We want to build the position and increase the salary for (See, grant, A2)

County to hire ambulance chief Sept. 13 By JUSTIN A. COBB Pike Press The county board will hire a permanent ambulance administrator in about two weeks. Board member Carrie Martin, chair of the public safety committee overseeing the countyowned ambulance service, announced the committee’s recommendation to hire Josh Martin when the full board met Monday evening. However, the board could not act on the recommendation because it was neither on

that night’s meeting agenda nor mentioned in the committee’s report. Under the Illinois Open Meetings Act, the public must be given sufficient advance notice of final action to be taken at a meeting. The board will take up the matter at its first budget meeting, scheduled Sept. 13, 7 p.m., in the upper courtroom of Pike County Courthouse in Pittsfield. Josh Martin currently serves as director of the Pike County Emergency Management Agency.

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Several runners and walkers participated in Perry Pioneer Days Rainbow Run Sunday. Mandy Daniels, right, douses Kaylee Spender with a handful of purple coloring. Proceeds from the event will be donated to the Griggsville-Perry PTO. For more Perry Pioneer Days photos, see page D3.

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Brian Haefner, a MoDot representative, shows the artist rendering of how the new bridge will look at last week’s public meeting. An official ground breaking for the bridge will be held Sept. 8 in Louisiana with work expected to begin very soon after the event.

Ground breaking set for new bridge Sept. 8 By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press The public is invited to celebrate the beginning of construction on a new Champ Clark Bridge. A groundbreaking ceremony will be held on Friday, Sept. 8 from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. at the riverfront in Louisiana. The groundbreaking ceremony was announced Thursday, Aug. 24, in conjunction with a job fair and public meeting concerning the bridge, both of which were well attended by both Missouri and Illinois residents. Several dignitaries are expected to attend the ceremony to either speak or help break ground. Incorporated into the ceremony is participation from both Missouri and Illinois, as well as local talent. “We are pleased to bring together so many people and organizations who have helped make this project a reality,”

Missouri Department of Transportation Northeast District Engineer Paula Gough, said. “It will truly be a memorable occasion for all in the region.” According to Keith Killen, P.E., Champ Clark Bridge project director, area residents will see construction beginning at the U.S. Route 54 and Missouri Route 79 intersection. “There will be curb, gutter and sidewalk work, as well as new lighting and pavement installed in this area,” Killen said. “Although the design of the entire project will continue to be developed, we are pleased no businesses are being displaced in that area,” he said. The only displacement is the sign at the Ayerco convenience store. “The new bridge will tie in very close to where the old bridge does, and that construction will be at the very end of the project,” he explained. (See, bridge, A2)

By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press Donnie Apps, Pike County Clerk for the last 16 years, says he is not running for re-election next year. “I’m just ready to retire,” Apps said. “I’ve had several friends die and others who are sick and unable to enjoy life. Life’s just too short.”

“I would never run and then resign in the middle of the term.”

Donnie Apps Pike County clerk Apps says if he were to run again, it would be a commitment until he was 67. “I would never run and then resign in the middle of the term,” he said. “And I don’t want to work until I”m 67.” Apps says he has enjoyed his years serving as the county clerk and serving the people of Pike County, adding that he is grateful to the people of Pike County who kept electing him and most of all to his staff. “They have been great,” he said. “My advice to whoever decides to run is to remember the people who put you in that office and your staff. There is a great staff in this office and if you take care of them, they will take care of you.” Apps said with the exception of computerization, his office hasn’t changed much except for elections.

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“The state changes something every year,” he said. “No election is the same as the one before it.” The county clerk office is responsible for filing vital statistics; births, deaths and marriages are recorded in that office as well as land deeds, transfers, mortgages, liens, etc. Other duties include voting, elections and handling the county’s business including issuing payroll checks, organizing bills for payment by the county board and other tasks to keep the county going. Apps said he recently had a new granddaughter and has other grandchildren who are in activities that he wants to enjoy. “I’ll probably golf some and fish some,” he said. “And most of all, enjoy my family.”

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(Continued from A1) the position,” Boren said. “It’s about the position, not the person in it.” Boren said Pike County was the only county for which the award for this grant saw an increase. A portion of the increase will be allocated toward contributions to the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund and Social Security, as any increase in salary would be accompanied by a concomitant increase in amounts the employer and employee must contribute. The increase will remain effective for as long as the grant remains funded at that level, with the possibility the salary could be adjusted at a later date if the grant award is reduced. The victim witness coordinator currently earns approximately $25,900 so the increase will bring the salary to approximately $30,000, according to Sheppard. The current victim witness coordinator, Natalie Roseberry, has announced her intent to run for county clerk in 2018. In other business, the board: n Appointed Chris Bruns to the West Central Mass Transit District Board of Trustees for a three-year term ending June 30, 2020;

Russell Koeller to the Sny Island Drainage District Board for a three-year term beginning Sept. 12, 2017; and Lane Wiese to the Valley City Drainage and Levee District Board for a threeyear term beginning the first Tuesday of September 2017. n Learned the county would lose about 10 percent of income tax distributions from the state and 10.64 percent in personal property replacement tax (PPRT) under the state budget currently in place. The amount of income tax lost amounts to $53,500, according to Sheppard, who said he did not yet have a dollar figure for the lost PPRT. n Learned Chris Coulter of Coulter Companies, owner of Hickory Ridge Landfill near Baylis, would appear at the Oct. 23 county board meeting to discuss long-term investment of funds placed in the landfill’s perpetual care fund. n Learned the Pike County Ambulance Service posted a net profit of $24,873.03 in August after $114.863.76 in revenue and $89.990.73 in expenditures. Account balance as of Aug. 15 was $411,669. n Approved July 24 meeting minutes, committee reports, and payment of bills totaling $314,918.62.

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A aerial view of the intersection connecting U.S. 54 and Rt. 79 shows that all existing business will be able to stay open during and after the bridge construction. The two convenience stores on the south side of the intersection will lose some lot space during to an increase in the turning radius, but nothing significant.

(Continued from A1) He also clarified that the old bridge will stay open while the new bridge is being constructed, barring any significant safety or maintenance issues. None of the businesses on the corners of the intersection of Rt. 79 and U.S. 54 will be dislocated. Both of the convenience stores on the south side of the intersection will lose some lot space that will be used to increase the turning lanes. Project “offices” are being set up in Louisiana so the contractor, Massman

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Races gearing up for 2018 Natalie Roseberry plans to run for county clerk It is one thing to say you want to represent your friends, family and neighbors by running for office and becoming their voice. It is a completely different scenario when you can say that you have extensive knowledge and experience with the inner workings of the county’s government through a current position serving the county. So says Natalie Roseberry of Pittsfield who currently serves Pike County as the Victim Witness Coordinator. She has just announced her intention to run for the office of county clerk on the Republican ticket. She has a bachelor’s degree in political science and a minor in sociology from Western Illinois University (WIU). During her time at WIU, she was on student government and was chairwoman of the finance special projects committee. Roseberry was also an attendee in 2004 to the Republican National Convention in New York City serving the Daughters of the American Revolution through the American Democracy Project. She has also completed the domestic violence and sexual assault program through Quanada. Roseberry is the daughter of Michael and Stacy Roseberry. Both her parents have a long service history within the county with her father’s service as state’s attorney and as a judge in the 8th Judicial Circuit; her mother is entering her 44th year of teaching dance through S & S School of Dance. Roseberry has been affiliated closely with the residents of the county serving as a substitute teacher within multiple county school dis-

Natalie Roseberry tricts. She is an avid golfer and has spent time on the Old Orchard County Club board of directors serving as club secretary and an organizational member to multiple leagues and tournaments throughout the years. Roseberry grew up around campaigns and politics with her father serving as judge in Pike County for 22 years. She associates her interest in politics with her memories growing up in Pike County from a young age walking in parades and being introduced to the election process. “I have always had an interest in how the political system works and how at a grassroots level, individuals can make their voices heard,” she explained. It is with this interest that Roseberry saw fit to declare her candidacy as Pike County Clerk, and to relay her education and interest to better benefit the citizens of Pike County. Roseberry is looking forward to the chance to serve the Pike area. Roseberry may be contacted at roseberryforpikecountyclerk@ gmail.com or via facebook at Roseberry for County Clerk.

Construction Co. and MoDOT, can be on site throughout the project. “We appreciate the city working with us to determine a location and help us get set up,” Killen said. He expects the offices, which are being housed in trailers, to be set up by early October. MoDOT will provide regular updates about the project, including progress, photos and video, at www. champclarkbridge.com. On the website, individuals can sign up to receive email updates about the project.

a late summer tradition A sure sign the end of summer is approaching is the Bethel Homecoming. The quaint church and cemetery host the potluck dinner and afternoon service each year in late August. Left, the attendees gather outside the church for visiting and a potluck dinner. Right, early afternoon, the group moves inside for music and a sermon. Cemetery tours are often included in the day’s activities.

Jordan Gerard has announced his candidacy for Pike County Sheriff on the Democratic ticket. Gerard, a 13-year employee of the Pike County Sheriff’s Department, has focused his professional career on accepting every task offered within the law enforcement field including investigations, corrections, canine and narcotics. “The trend of law enforcement continuously changes and us as professionals are demanded to change with it,” he said. Gerard strongly believes that elevating his career and profession means increasing his knowledge skills and abilities. “I have accepted numerous opportunities in training and hold certifications as canine handler, narcotics, coroner, corrections as well as being a certified police officer by the Illinois training and standards board,” Gerard said. “I believe I have the ideal balance between education and experience to be this county’s next sheriff.” As a lifelong resident of Pike County, Gerard graduated from Pittsfield High School in 2002 and attended Lincoln College. He received his associate’s degree with core classes in law enforcement. He began working at the Pike County Sheriff’s Office in 2001 as a part-time correctional officer while attending school. Following his graduation in 2004, he accepted a full-time position in corrections with the Pike County Sheriff’s Department to further pursue his law enforcement career. In 2007 he was promoted to deputy sheriff where he has served for the past 10 years. During his years of service, he has worked the majority of his time in road patrol and criminal investigations. During his time as a deputy, Gerard has served as a canine officer and an agent assigned to the West Central Illinois Drug Task Force. Currently he is serving as the jail administrator for Pike County’s 64-bed facility that houses an average of 52 inmates with nearly 35 percent of those inmates being federal inmates under contract with the Pike County

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Sheriff’s Department. Gerard believes the inmates held under contract are crucial for Pike County and knows the importance of the office to consistently evolve in order to retain such a contract. His goal as a candidate for sheriff is to provide greater education and transparency to the community and its citizens through community education programs. “I’m not simply a candidate for sheriff; I’m a husband, father to my family and friend to Pike County residents,” he said. “I hope to provide the greatest level of law enforcement to this community during very challenging times across the nation in the professional field of policing. I take great pride in our community and feel very blessed to be part of it.” Gerard feels he has displayed the character, dedication and commitment required to be the county’s next sheriff. Gerard says he looks forward to the upcoming year were he hopes to meet everyone throughout the county and get their perspective on the office. Gerard says he has worked in various fields on his days off from the sheriff’s office including local trade business, automotive industry, farming and his most recent venture in entrepreneurship, a heavy equipment business. “I have learned the greatest pleasure which I have gotten is helping others” Gerard said. Gerard indicated that as an employee at the Pike County Sheriff’s Department, he can’t imagine getting a greater opportunity than to serve Pike County as sheriff.

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Dr. Keenan Barber, right, president of the Southern California Golf Association, presented the program at the Wednesday, Aug. 23, meeting of Pittsfield Rotary Club. He was introduced by his cousin, Rotarian Chuck Barber, left. Joining them is Keenan Barber’s wife, Carol Fesler Barber.

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Rotary features golf association president Dr. Keenan Barber, cousin of Pittsfield Rotarian Chuck Barber, who introduced him, presented the program at the club’s Wednesday, Aug. 30, meeting. Keenan Barber attended the University of Illinois, after which he served in the U.S. Navy for eight years and then practiced cardiology in California until his retirement. He and his wife Carol came to the area to witness the solar eclipse. Keenan Barber is the president of the Southern California Golf Association. Keenan Barber said he started playing golf at the age of 10 and was a member of the first golf team at Pittsfield High School. He is a great admirer of James Feldpausch, the current PHS golf coach. Feldpausch is good with young people and is very positive. Keenan Barber shared an overview of the golf hierarchy.

The U.S. Golf Association is trying to make the game faster and encouraging people to play nine holes of golf, which makes it more interesting to young people. The SCGA has 180,000 members with 120 golf courses. As president of the SCGA, Keenan Barber assists with ranking golf courses and with the Junior Golf Foundation. The foundation includes 4,000 young people who receive a golf pass and for $5 or less can play many golf courses. He also hosts the association’s biggest golf tournament, which was held for the 118th time this past July. Keenan Barber was very pleased to be back in Pittsfield and has walked the course at Old Orchard Country Club in Pittsfield two mornings. He also shared a fun memory as a youngster at the Community Center.

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Greger flying solo By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press While other 17-year-old boys are worried about driver’s licenses and all the responsibilities that go with driving, Blake Greger, a senior at PHS, is worried about something of a higher altitude. Greger recently got his pilot’s license. He can now fly long distances by himself in a plane that will seat three other passengers. “It’s something I’ve wanted to do since I was 13,” Greger said. “Flying runs in my family. My grandfather and my great-grandfather were both pilots and so were both of my uncles. My Uncle Mike is a recreational pilot, but my Uncle Mark was a professional pilot until his death from cancer.” Greger said he started taking pilot’s training in Jacksonville. “It starts out with ground school,” he said. “ You have to learn what the signage means, the lighting, classes of planes and their systems, airports, just basic knowledge.” Once a student has mastered the rules and regulations portion of the training, he or she is ready to take a seat behind the controls. “There is an instructor with you,

showing you what needs to be done and why and when to do it,” Greger said. Greger said a shortage of flight instructors is a problem for anyone wanting to acquire their pilot’s license. “Most of the time, they are just pilots wanting to add to their resumes or accumulating hours for their next certification,” Greger said. “Since I’ve started four years ago, I’ve had eight different flight instructors.” Greger said the natural path for a pilot hoping to fly commercially is to work as a flight instructor, work up to a regional airline and move on to a major airline such as Delta or American. Greger said the second step in his plan, after he passed he basics, was to fly solo. “I had to take another ground school test and then fly with an instructor who had a checklist and watched me do everything, much like a Secretary of State employee when you take the test to get your driver’s license,” he said. He recently completed that step and is now ready to continue to add hours and certifications to his list. “My next plan is to get my instrument flying certification,” he said. “Then I can fly in bad weather, using instruments to find my way.” Greger said the path to a pilot’s

license has been difficult. “It’s not as easy as it looks,” he said. ‘It’s probably 60 percent paperwork and 40 percent flying, but that’s what flying is,” he said. “There is way more to do on the ground than there is in the plane.” Other certifications and licenses he would like to acquire include: high altitude flying or anything over 25,000 feet, multi-engine and others. Greger said he originally thought he would attend the Air Force Academy and become a pilot in their program. “But before they let you fly, you have to have been in there 15 years,” he said. “I don’t see myself staying in the military until I’m 35.” Now Greger plans to become an enlisted man in the Air Force and use the G.I Bill to pay for his college education, all the while working on building up his hours and certifications. “I’d like to get as many as possible,” Greger said, adding that the procedure will not be inexpensive. “I would guess that in my four years, my family has spent $6,000 not counting gas and travel expenses,” he said. “As flight instructors become harder to find, you have to be very flexible in scheduling your classes or your flights. Instructors hours are hard to get.”

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Blake Greger, a senior at Pittsfield High School, recently completed enough training to take solo flights across country. He is the son of Steve and Kaerry Cromley. Greger says he plans to log as many hours as possible and gain enough certifications to fly commercially.

Fall Festival starts Thursday By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press The Pittsfield Fall Festival kicks off tomorrow night with the opening ceremony at 6:30 p.m. Junior Miss contestants will take the stage at 7:30, followed by Miss Pittsfield at 8:30. Friday, Sept. 1, some vendors will open for lunch but the entire festival should be

rocking at 6:30 for the baby contest, followed by the Little Mr and Miss at 7:30 and the Prince and Princess at 8:30 p.m. Saturday, registration for the parade starts at 9 a.m. with the parade starting at 11. Lineup will be at the high school. The festival will take a short intermission after the parade and then will have Kathy Brink on stage from 3-5 before the talent show starts at 7

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The 2016 Miss Pittsfield Libby Lemons, in front, will give up her crown Thursday evening. Vying for a chance to take her place are, middle row, left to right, Avery Lewis, Quinn Corgiat, Maddison Wood. Back row, Emma Mann, Abby Springer, Shelly Hill, Ali Merryman, and Riley Parsons.

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In front, reigning junior Miss Pittsfield Abby Springer. Second row, Mattison McCartney, Isabella Vortman, Mackie Bowen, Hailey Brewer, and Reese Davis. Third row, Maddison Chaplin, Alexis Wellman, Adileigh West, Katie Graham, and Kennedy Frazier. The junior miss pageant is at 7:30 p.m. Friday night.

2016 Little Mr Pittsfield Logan Bohemer and 2016 Little Miss Addison Korte will be relinquishing their titles Friday night. Vying to take their spots are: middle row: Elle Sanderson, Liam York, Miranda Thomas, Bentley McDonald, Destiney Crawford, Ryker Wyatt, and Kolton Martin. Back row, Josey Cobb, Summer Kimber, Cylee McDaniles, Raleigh Willard, Levi Rmsey, Gracie Evans, and Brailee Shamblin. Jaylynn Cooley, and Kennedy Knight are also in the pageant. The pageant is at 7:30 p.m. Friday night.

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Contestants in the Pittsfield Prince and Princess contest include Alex Bullard, front row. Second row are the reigning Prince and Princess, River Oest and Alex Lowry. Other contestants include, third row, left to right, Lindsey Ramsey, Lanie Constable, Maylee Tipton, and Josey Ward. Back row Avery Wyatt, Phantom Johns, Molly Springer, Devon Crawford, and Emma Wombles.

The baby contest at the Pittsfield Fall Festival will be Friday, Sept. 1 at 6:30. Attending to hand over their title will be the 2016 babies, front row, left to right, Aria White, and Slayde Beach. Contestants for this year’s tile are, Knox Oest, Claire Filbert, Jayde Smith, Cohen Watkins and Braelym Labby, and Peyton Edison. Back row, Willow Carnes, Owen Gallagher, Paisley Hackworth, Liam Huston, Paslee Bowen, Harper Knight. Also in the pageant are Christian Backer, and Aria Andrade .

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This is such a safe way to get to school! Now if they can only find a safe way to stay away from school!

Our View ELECTION 2018

A new season begins

We’re accustomed to living our lives by seasons. In Pike County, we’re quite familiar with planting season, harvest season, football season and, of course, hunting season. But from the looks of recent announcements, it appears we are about to enter a less predictable season – campaign season. In the past two weeks we have received the official announcement from two long time public servants in Pike County – Sheriff Paul Petty and County Clerk Donnie Apps – that each will not be seeking re-election. Close on the heels of this news has been the declaration by three Pike Countians that they will take up the challenge and seek to be elected to those positions now being vacated. It’s a pretty clear reminder that, just as we compartmentalize our lives by the calendar season we’re in, we can also see those seasons roll into cycles. Pike County can take pride in the fact that, as we express appreciation for the service of long term local office holders, we also see a new crop of citizens stepping up to serve. The circle of service continues.

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Rosenes reflect on teaching years in Pittsfield

It was sixty years ago! 1957, I moved my family to Pittsfield, Illinois! Offered by Superintendent of Schools, Harold J. Voshall and upon the recommendation of Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Iftner, I had accepted the position of Director of Instrumental Music for the Pittsfield schools! We moved into a home owned by Mary Lowe on West Adams street and

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he best stories are true ones we can tell about ourselves and laugh. It really doesn’t matter what other people may think or say – it’s funny and we know it. Being raised on a farm you there are things that might seem foreign to our city or town friends. For those who are unaware corn can grow to be 10 feet tall. Once you walk into the corn a few rows you’d better have a good sense of direction or we may end up looking for you. My dad would be nervous when we had children around corn and I can still hear him yell, “Watch those kids!” A few years ago in Pike County, a young

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very hard to walk through. This slowed me down and I knew I wasn’t going to make it in time. So I stopped, fertilized some corn, used what nature had provided for T.P., and continued my trek home. I think I learned some valuable lessons that day, and thankfully the rash finally went away. We don’t plant corn at my house; we buy it. Cornfields are still a little scary to me. n John Ottwell graduated from Pittsfield High School in 1984 and lives in Shrewsbury, Mo. His website is www.Finishyourstory.com.

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s I write this, the Illinois House has just passed a school funding bill that includes $75 million in first-ever state tax credits for scholarships for youngsters to attend nonpublic schools in our state. The proposal is yet another declaration of lack of confidence in Illinois public schools. I am a believer in public schools as the historic bedrock upon which our nation has been built. I also believe in competition as a tool for enhancing quality. Yet public schools have been held suspect in various quarters since the mid-1800s. Catholic schools became especially important to Irish Catholic immigrants because of intense discrimination against these newcomers from Yankees, who controlled the public schools. By the 1960s, however, many of Catholic parish schools began to struggle because they were losing their low-cost teaching-religious sisters and brothers. About the same time, Catholic families began fleeing many inner-city neighborhoods, leaving behind poor parishes that then struggled to provide education to minority students. Coincidentally, or not, the four Illinois legislative leaders (two Dems, two GOPers) who recently approved the tax credit idea are all Irish Catholic. When I was a back-bench

lawmaker in the late 1960s, many of us felt aid-to-nonpublic schools was unconstitutional. Yet a series of court decisions since then concluded that aid to religious schools can pass constitutional muster. The aid must benefit the student, as in scholarships to students, who in turn use same for tuition at nonpublic schools (most of which are Catholic). In 1983, the Reagan education department issued “A Nation at Risk,” a report that excoriated American schools, 90 percent of which are still public, for falling behind other nations in student achievement. This prompted a school reform movement that soldiers on to this day. The report energized American corporate leaders to weigh in, saying they could improve schools by making them more like accountable businesses. Also in the 1980s—I said this was complicated—teacher unions gained the right to strike in Illinois and rapidly became political powerhouses. Some business leaders saw a connection between teacher unions and perceived poor student achievement. This fueled efforts to provide alternatives to traditional public schools. These initiatives include charter schools, which are somewhat independent schools within public school districts. They operate free of unions

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girl wondered into a cornfield and got lost. With the assistance of many wonderful volunteers, hours later she was found unharmed. When I was in my teens, I had decided to go hunting and walked around our 40 acre field of corn to get to a wooded area. When I was finished hunting, I began to walk back to our house. All of the sudden I felt a rumblin’ and a bumblin’ and I knew I had to get home quick. The house was about a half-mile away so It became apparent I’d have to cut through our cornfield in order to make it home in time. As I stated, corn is very tall, leafy, and I found is

Guest Column: By Jim Nowlan

Week of August 30, 2017

This week, America’s attention has been drawn to the unfolding natural disaster of Hurricane Harvey in Houston, Texas.

of our students from Pittsfield followed their “dream,” and also became music educators. We are sending this to the Pike Press to thank everyone who may remember us! We fully appreciated all for the kindnesses generously given to the Rosene family for those wonderful years we spent as citizens and as music teachers in the Pittsfield Schools. May God continue to bless the entire community and its schools! Thank you all! DR. AND MRS. PAUL E. ROSENE, RICK AND CINDY Orlando, Fla.

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wife, Doris, joined the instrumental music staff by taking over the Higbee bands. We loved the community and the warmth of the citizens of Pittsfield! We were accepted by everyone, and became involved in the many activities of the city. We would still be there, for we had originally planned to stay and retire there; however, I was called to teach at Illinois State University, and in 1967 I accepted the position of Director of Student Teachers for the Music Department! We still communicate with former colleagues and with many PHS graduates via e-mail! Many

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were welcomed so warmly by the citizens of Pittsfield. We enjoyed a most wonderful tenure, teaching the boys and girls the beauty of making music and developing the marching, stage and concert bands! The contest record of the PHS Concert Band was truly wonderful, for we achieved ten consecutive years of Superior Ratings at the state level contests! The great Pittsfield students were cooperative and achieved many other awards. The School Board supported our efforts and offered appreciated compliments! Then, just a few years following my appointment, my

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thus far. Most of the 100 or more charter schools in Illinois are in Chicago. [Few are found downstate, where most school districts are too small to fit in another school, even if they wanted to.] I have always felt that most education failings result primarily from increasing family dysfunction and low parental expectations for their children. For example, I go right by the local high school on my frequent walks out into the country. I see many teacher automobiles in the parking lot early each morning, long before school begins. The many teachers I know work their butts off and often seem more caring of the students than some of the parents—all for an average salary in my rural district of $48,500. As I understand the sketchy details of the tax credit proposal, wealthy individuals would get a 75 percent credit for contributions to a scholarship fund to help low-income youngsters attend non-public schools. This credit plus federal tax deductions might make it possible for donors to actually “make a buck” net from their “good deeds.” The $75 million in tax credits would deprive the state general funds of that amount, money that might otherwise go to public schools. Clearly, the idea is a slap at public schools.

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I do believe competition via school choice induces educators to up their game in order to keep their students. On the other hand, alternatives to traditional public education, by their nature, tend to attract better students, probably with fewer problems overall, into their classrooms. Some perform better than traditional publics; some do not. Neighboring Iowa offers its students open enrollment. That is, students may attend any public school they wish at no increased cost. If a neighboring school district has a better music program, a talented aspiring musician can attend that school. Or mom can take her daughter to work 40 miles away each day, and drop her girl off at school in the town where she works, riding together each way each day. People say open enrollment wouldn’t work in Illinois. They say parents who could figure out the transportation involved would send their kids to the schools that spend twice as much per pupil as their own district, and for other reasons. I say we should pilot the idea in part of the state, as another public school choice option. n Jim Nowlan is a former state legislator and former senior fellow at the Institute of Government and Public Affairs at the University of Illinois. Mail: 115 West Jefferson P.O. Box 70 Pittsfield, IL 62363 The Pike Press is published weekly by Campbell Publishing Co., Inc., USPS 602-540, Timothy F. Campbell, president. Periodicals postage paid at Pittsfield, IL.

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The Coonridge Digest: Freida Marie Crump

Sno-Cone Mobile doesn’t fly with Freida Greetings from the Ridge Last week I recounted the battle of vacations between Herb and I. Herb was intent on staying home and spending his life drinking sun tea and watching the cattle sales on the RFD network while I, his adventuresome bride, insisted that we get out and have a fling while we’ve still got something to be flung. I thought we’d settled things until yesterday morning when I went out on the porch to get the paper and saw what was sitting in our driveway. “Herb! What in the heck is this thing?” “What thing?” “This monstrosity in our driveway!” “I don’t know. Did you sister come to visit?” “Herb! It’s a. . . a. . . it’s a big metallic glob!” “Oh. You mean the camper trailer?” “You didn’t.” “I did.” “You bought a trailer?” “You said you wanted to travel, Freida. I was just trying to fulfill your heart’s desire. Now we can load up and go anywhere we want.” “It says ‘Sno-Cones’ on the siding.” “Read on, honey. It also says ‘Fried Chicken Livers, Lemon Shake Ups and

Elephant Ears.’ I got it cheap, Freida. The carnival closed down for the season and the old guy who owned it wanted to get out of the business.” I have never signed up for the Conceal and Carry law, but for the first time in my life I was ready to give it a try. “Herb, this must be a joke. The left tire is even flat.” “And that’s the good one, sweetheart. It’ll take a little work but I can get it going. I figure I can take out the deep fryer and put in a couple of cots and the Sno-Cone machine will be perfect for storing groceries. It’s a ready-made heaven on wheels.” “You’re gonna find out you married hell on wheels if you don’t get rid of that thing this minute!” “Think of it, Freida! We’ll hop in then drive ‘til we’re tired. No more looking for a motel, no more paying for a bed, we can cook our own food on the road, and best of all we’ll be out in God’s natural wonderland instead of cooped up in a rented room trying to get the TV remote to work!” There are certain types of dementia that have yet to be properly defined. There’s nothing wrong with Herb’s memory or his ability to poke the buttons on a microwave to warm up a wiener, but somewhere inside his addled brain the

here’s nothing wrong with Herb’s memory or his ability to poke the buttons on a microwave to warm up a wiener, but somewhere inside his addled brain the part of his cranium governing good sense has completely atrophied.

part of his cranium governing good sense has completely atrophied. He’s always telling me that he’s an “idea” person, meaning he comes up with hair-brained plans and I end up doing all the work. “We’re on a fixed income, Freida. You can be the dreamer, but I’ve got to be practical.” “Practical!?” The man is still quick enough to duck when I send a sofa pillow in the direction of his head. “Insurance! Gas mileage! Parking rental! And do you expect our little Nissan to pull that thing?” “Yeah. I may have to buy a new truck.” “A new truck! Why don’t you just buy a motel? And have you ever towed a trailer? Do you think you can back one in to a camping spot?” “I’ll look for spots I can drive through.” “Then you can look for a wife who’ll put up with setting up the trailer every

night, hooking it up to utilities, cooking your meals, and explaining to the other campers why her husband just backed over their kids’ playground equipment! Herb, I’m not about to climb the Rocky Mountains in your Sno-Cone Mobile! We’ll be pestered all night by folks wanting to buy a cherry cheesecake drizzle!” “You know, I thought of that. I could keep the Sno-Cone machine hooked up and you could make a little grocery money.” I have no idea where Herb ate supper that night, but it wasn’t at my table, and that evening he made his bed beside the deep fryer. You ever in Coonridge, stop by. We may not answer the door but you’ll enjoy the trip. ■ The imaginative commentary of Freida Marie Crump comes to us from Coonridge – a town that’s a lot like your own.

PICKINGS FROM PIKE’S PAST

25 YEARS AGO: PIKELAND TEACHERS GO ON STRIKE 150 Years Ago Aug. 29, 1867 The drouth in this immediate vicinity still continues, although we had several sprinkles of rain since our last. We hear of very considerable rains on Tuesday at Pleasant Hill, Rockport, and El Dara, but for the corn crop, they are too late. The meeting of the Pike County Sabbath school convention, held in Barry Aug. 14 and 15, was one of great interest. The Sabbath schools of the county were very well represented and a large number of delegates were present with heart all aglow with zeal for the good cause. Messrs Atkinson and Sons who are erecting two 2 story brick stores fronting 45 feet by 70 feet deep at the northwest corner of the square are improving that corner very much by the grading, raising and filling in of the street with the dirt taken from the cellar. We learn that some of our young folks left Perry the other day at 2 p.m. and arrived at Perry Springs in time for tea, had a pleasant dance until 11 and returned by moonlight. 125 Years Ago Aug. 31, 1892 A number of Martinsburg citizens met on Saturday and cleared off the Burbridge Cemetery. The great quantity of wheat that was being hauled through Time to Pittsfield last week rendered life a burden by the clouds of dust that followed. Had it not been for

the watermelon man our loafers would have evacuated the park entirely. Time also had a grand humbug in the shape of a traveling circus last Thursday night. Even the small boy was disgusted. The First M. E. Church of Pittsfield will be reopened Sunday, Sept. 11. The Pittsfield Christian Church Sunday school held a large picnic at the Goodin Spring south of town. Barry is enjoying a full grown boom. A new opera house has just been completed, and George M. Blair is putting up a commodious two-story brick hotel, with other improvements to property. Camping ground for the old settlers meeting in Pittsfield can be found south of town at the foot of South Madison street. Dan C. Bates will be in charge. Plenty of water and shade. The 99th Infantry enjoyed their reunion in Summer Hill, near the new statue. Two hundred soldiers registered, of whom seventy-one were 99th men. Of the 960 men who enlisted August 23rd, 1862, only about 250 remain, according to Captain Massie of New Canton, who gave a fine speech. 100 Years Ago Aug. 29, 1917 More than a hundred Pittsfield citizens gathered a the court house last night to arrange plans for a proper farewell celebration for the Pike County boys who are soon to leave for Camp Taylor at Louisville to join the new National army. Out of 354 men exam-

ined by the local exemption board, 101 were certified for military service. The new war revenue law went into effect on vehicles as follows: Motorcycles $2.50, automobiles $5.00 to $40.00, depending on the value of the auto. Harvey Booth and son and family of nine from Fairview, Kansas, drove to Barry in two Fords to visit relatives. The Christian Church at Pleasant Hill has employed Bro. W. H. Cannon as pastor. The church and Sunday school gave a fish fry in Stockland grove. The fish were caught in the Mississippi at Baytown, and after skillful preparation at the hands of the excellent cook, just made one want to keep on eating. The annual picnic of the Rush Lodge 165, AntiHorse Thief association was held in Walker Grove near Perry. Numerous prizes were awarded in athletic contests, and burgoo soup was furnished free to all. The Major Sam Hayes Post of the G. A. R. at Summer Hill has only a dozen members—at one time there were one hundred. 75 Years Ago Sept. 2, 1942 The opening day of Pittsfield schools shows the high school enrollment exceeding that of the elementary school. One factor is that the New Salem high school is being closed and 12 pupils are being transported to Pittsfield. Evelyn Ransom has been employed as music teacher

in the elementary school. Sixty-four first graders compose a 20-year record enrollment in Pittsfield history, compared to the 34 first graders last year, a ten-year low. Rockport high school may not be able to open because of the teacher shortage, which is handicapping many high schools this year. The annual county 4-H show was held Aug. 28 under a big tent in King Park. Livestock winners were John Lipcamon, Perry; Barbara Ann Iftner, Milton; Barbara Ellen Lumley, Pearl; Billie Smithers, Highland; Michael Strubinger, Barry; Muriel Myers, Griggsville; and Albert Ransom, Highland. Lieut. K. C. Barber flew as escort in the recent Dieppe raid. Barber, age 23, expressed satisfaction with the Spitfire he flew in combat with FockeWulf 190s and Dornier 217 bombers. Barber said he had a hole in his wing from anti-aircraft fire. 50 Years Ago Aug. 30, 1967 Janet Kinscherff, a 17-year-old brunette, who deplores long hair for boys, was crowned queen of the Pike County fair last week at the Pleasant Hill fairgrounds in an impressive evening ceremony. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Kinscherff of Pleasant Hill. Earlier this summer she was judged Miss Rural Electric Co-op at the annual meeting in Winchester. Ruth Ann Iftner, a senior and daughter of Mr. and

Mrs. Joe Iftner, will write the news of Pittsfield High School this year for the Pike County Republican under the traditional heading, “Inside the Saukee Wigwam.” Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Sidwell, Nebo, had a daughter, Melissa Lynn, born at Illini Community Hospital August 27, 1967. The wedding vows of Miss Jane Eleanor Kraybill and Paul Everett Ransom were solemnized Sunday at 4 p.m. at the Pittsfield Methodist Church. The bride is the daughter of Mrs. William G. Kraybill of RR 3 Pittsfield and the late Dr. William G. Kraybill. The bridegroom’s parents are Mr. and Mrs. Earl Ransom, RR 2, Pittsfield. John Hayden has been named Jaycee of the Month by the Pittsfield Jaycees, recognizing Hayden’s outstanding work as president of the 1967 Little League. He is married to the former Mary Kay McCartney. 25 Years Ago Aug. 26, 1992 Teachers in Pikeland Unit 10 school district went on strike today, affecting about 1,460 students at five locations. The Pikeland Unit 10 Teacher’s Association Monday overwhelmingly rejected the school board’s last contract offer, according to Teacher’s Union spokesman, Donna Smith. Heather Webel, 15-yearold daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Rick Webel, was crowned the queen of the Perry Pioneer Days celebration last weekend. Several Pike Countians

working at the Illinois Pork Producers stand and café at the State Fair got to see President George H. W. Bush and Governor Jim Edgar Sunday. Danny Myers, Wayne Riley, Paul and Dustin Borrowman, Gene Myers, Eric Miller and Anissa Miller were among the group. Barry teachers have a tentative agreement with the Barry school board. Barry Education Association President Linda Cadwell said Monday there was only one dissenting vote among the teachers voting for on the new contract that gave them a six per cent raise over the next three years. 10 Years Ago Aug. 29, 2007 Rodger Hannel, superintendent of the newly formed Western School District, reports that all three schools in the district reported few glitches in the opening day of school. Dale and Elizabeth White of Perry were recognized as the 2007 Honored Citizens of Perry Pioneer Days. They were photographed surrounded by ten great-grandchildren. In his first start at quarterback for the Pittsfield/ Griggsville-Perry Saukees, Perry Bonds was brilliant—accounting for 324 yards of total offense and three scores to lead the Saukees to a 34-14 win over Elmwood-Brimfield Friday night at Pittsfield. ■ Pickings from Pike’s Past is compiled by Michael Boren.

Guest Column: By Lee H. Hamilton

Restoring Faith in Representative Democracy

here’s no shortage of threats to our democracy. Russian meddling in elections, the vulnerability of state voting systems to hacking, politicians’ assaults on the media, and political leaders’ growing fondness for policy-making in secret — all of these pose a real challenge to our system’s viability. As worrisome as these are, there’s one problem that may be the greatest threat of all: Americans’ loss of faith in politics and democratic institutions. This has been building for decades, dating back to the Vietnam War and Watergate.

The truth is, in the face of this teeming, complicated, diverse society, our political institutions have performed inadequately. But if we’re not just to throw in the towel and declare representative democracy a noble failure, then we have to restore Americans’ faith in the processes of government. To do this, we have to pursue a range of reforms and goals, some of which will require years of concerted effort to achieve. • Broad-based economic growth, for instance, will be crucial. Economic growth that spreads its benefits to the broad mass of people solves a lot of

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problems and restores confidence in government. • We’ve lost the ability to use the techniques of democracy: civility, negotiation, compromise, transparency, respect for minority views and accountability. These are not just values — they’re tools that bring representative democracy to life. They ensure that diverse voices are included in policy-making, give legislation broad legitimacy, and help citizens understand and feel a stake in governance. • The polarization and scorchedearth legislating that have come to reflect divisions in our society are deep-seated and destructive, and

will need determined leadership at the highest levels to undo. This should be met at a variety of levels, including meaningful civic education that helps citizens understand their crucial responsibilities. • Finally, we should undertake a set of structural reforms to restore Americans’ faith that government is constructed fairly and is focused on the general welfare. Gerrymandering must end. The machinery of our elections badly needs investment. The outsized influence of money in politics continues to feed cynicism and public disengagement. Many of these are deep-seat-

ed, longstanding problems that are evident to many Americans, yet we don’t see them being addressed. Until Americans see that our political leaders recognize the erosion of faith in our political institutions that is undermining our system and are taking meaningful steps to address it, our distress will only grow. n Lee Hamilton is a Senior Advisor for the Indiana University Center on Representative Government. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years.

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Free Fro Yo! The new Haymaker’s Convenience store gave a sneak peak of the new business Tuesday by offering free frozen yogurt to the first 100 patrons Tuesday from noon-1 p.m. Sally Green, left, helps Kaye Iftner with her yogurt.

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Left: Haymaker’s will be opening soon in Pittsfield, where the old BP convenience store stood for many years. The new store will offer a wide variety of food and beverages for customers.

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Griggsville woman looking forward to antique appraisal event By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press Pittsfield Public Library will present an antique appraisal event featuring author and antiques expert Mark F. Moran of Iola Wisc. The program is set for Sept. 13 starting at 3 p.m. Alice Cripe of Griggsville says she saw Moran in Quincy recently and decided to take two items to him to see if the family stories are true. “I have two pieces, both handed down through the Winn family,” Cripe said. “The first is a broach with hair in it. The story says my great-great-grandmother brought it to Pike County with her. The hair belongs to family members she knew she probably would never see again.” Cripe also has a charger, or large plate, that family legend says was in the family prior to the Revolutionary War. “I would never want to sell any of my items,” Cripe said. “I would just like to see what their value is and if the family stories are true.” Cripe says she is looking forward to the event. “I think it will be interesting to see what people bring in and hear the stories that go with the items,” she said. All items to be appraised must be registered in advance for this program.To register, contact the library help desk, or call 217-2852200. Moran is available to make home visits for people with big things or fragile things (or a lot of things). House calls are $75 an hour and there is no mileage charge if within 10 miles of the appraisal event site. To arrange, call 715-281-5060 or email moranm1953@ gmail.com. Categories of acceptable objects may include:

Fine art, including paintings, drawings, prints and statuary, Furniture, photos of large pieces may be sent to me in advance; ceramics, including figural pottery, vases, dishes, kitchenware and stoneware;glassware, including lighting, marbles and souvenir items; vintage photographs, including snapshots, tintypes, ambrotypes and daguerreotypes; advertising, including posters, lithographed tin, paper and figural objects; folk art, including carvings, quilts, weathervanes, windmill weights and “outsider” art; assorted toys, including dolls (bisque, composition and plastic), windups and mechanical banks; metalware, including iron, bronze, brass, pot metal, silver, silver plate; clocks, including mantel, hanging and figural; also pocket and wristwatches; costume jewelry, including brooches, bracelets, earrings; musical Instruments, including string, wind and reed instruments, books; sporting memorabilia. Items that will not be appraised include: all weapons, including swords and knives (though folding knives with advertising are accepted); traps (like leghold); Nazi memorabilia; coins and paper money; fine jewelry, including precious gems; Beanie Babies. Questions about objects not covered here can be submitted to Moran in advance to determine if they are appropriate. Suggested cat-

egories for advance inquiry include, but are not limited to: Oriental, Native American and other tribal objects (African, Oceanic); ancient artifacts (Egyptian and other early cultures); fossils and minerals; books; automotive items; nautical and military-related objects; records; antique tools and technological objects (typewriters, cameras, assorted machinery or instruments for scientific measure, like sextants, telescopes, microscopes, etc.). When in doubt, email inquiry can often address this. Formerly senior editor of Antiques and Collectibles Books for Krause Publications in Iola, Wis., Moran has also been a contributing editor for Antique Trader magazine. He has served as editor of Antique Review East magazine; as producer of Atlantique City, an antique show held in Atlantic City, N.J.; and as editorial director of F+W Media’s Antiques Group. He is the author or coauthor of more than 25 books on antiques and collectibles, including three editions of the 800-page annual Warman’s Antiques & Collectibles. Moran bought and sold antiques for more than 30 years, specializing in vintage folk art, Americana, and fine art. He has been active as an appraiser of antiques and fine art for more than 20 years.

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Jane Beaty Jane Stanley Beaty, 90, of Pittsfield, formerly of Jerseyville, died Monday, Aug. 21 at Liberty Village in Pittsfield. She was born July 5, 1927 in Jersey County, the daughter of the late Charles E. and Esther C. (Crull) Stanley. She married the love of her life, William Beaty, Feb. 14, 1974 in Galesburg and they enjoyed 26 wonderful years together until his death in April, 2000. Jane worked as a bookkeeper at Kirby Drug Store from 1966 until its closure in 1983. She enjoyed her bowling and golf leagues, boating, vacations to the Ozarks, dancing, and playing cards. Most of all she loved being a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She is survived by 4 children, Jeffrey Radley (Marisa) of Lithia, FL., Donna Tomhave of Pittsfield, Kathy Eckhoff (William) of Camdenton, MO., and Kenneth Hunter (Mary) of Bluffton, SC. Also, 7 grandchildren, Chris Radley Schwarzbach (Paul) of Austin, TX., Jon Radley of St. Louis, MO., Nicole Radley of Los Angeles, CA., Julie

Tomhave Faulkner (Brian) of Washington, Bradley Tomhave (McKenzie) of Pittsfield, Dr. Ben Hunter of Atlanta, GA. and Dr. Wynn Hunter (Kate) of Durham, NC. And 8 great-grandchildren survive including Elliot and Aidan Schwarzbach, Luke, Jacob and Nicholas Faulkner, and Cade, Brennan and Brody Tomhave. Also several nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death was her husband, Bill, her parents, her brother Fred Stanley (Betty) a sister, Margaret Ringhausen (Charles), and her twin sister and best friend, Jean Ketchum, (Ben). Also beloved son-in-law, Ron Tomhave. Visitation was held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 26 at Alexander & Gubser Funeral Home in Jerseyville. Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. at the funeral home; burial was held in Oak Grove Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Pikeland Snack Pack Program, Jersey County Food Pantry or Blessing Hospice. Alexander and Gubser Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Donna French Donna Marie French, 63, of Pittsfield died Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2017 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy. There are no services scheduled at this time.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.nieburfh.com. Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield has been entrusted with the service.

Valerie Flock Valerie Ann Flock, 55, of Jacksonville and formerly of rural Nebo, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2017 at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield. Valerie was born Feb. 13, 1962 in St. Louis, Mo., a daughter of Richard Raymond and Rose F. Albrecht Flock. She was a 1981 graduate of Pittsfield High School and had been employed by Hardees Restaurant in Pittsfield. More recently, she was employed by Smith-Barr Manor in Louisiana, Mo. In earlier years, Valerie was very active in 4-H. She was a music lover and enjoyed singing karaoke. Valerie was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Pittsfield and was very passionate about

reading and understanding the Bible. Survivors include her mother, Rose F. Flock of rural Nebo, two brothers, Thomas O. (wife, Catherine) Flock of Louisiana, Mo. and Richard Clayburn “Clay” Flock of Troy, and two nephews, Richard Dean “Ricky” Flock of Troy and Ryan Thomas Flock currently serving in the Armed Forces in Wichita, Ks. Valerie was preceded in death by her father, Richard R. Flock. Cremation rites are being accorded. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill is handling the arrangements.

Esther Sue Rodhouse, 69, of Pleasant Hill died Saturday, Aug. 26, 2017 afternoon at her home. Cremation rites are being accorded. A memorial service is being planned for

inurnment at the Grassy Creek Cemetery near Louisiana, MO. Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill is handling the arrangements.

Cheryl ‘Cheri’ Taylor Cheryl A. “Cheri” Taylor, 70, of Washington, died at 5 p.m. Monday, Aug. 21, 2017 at her home. The family received friends from 5-7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 25 at Deiters Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington. Inurnment was held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 26 at Pittsfield West Cemetery in Pittsfield.

Cremation rites have been accorded. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Illinois Cancer Care Foundation. Cheri’s memorial website is available at www.deitersfuneralhome.com, where condolences may also be sent to the family.

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Wade reunion The descendants of Owen and Cynthia Wade met at the Detroit Town Hall Sunday, Aug. 20 for a potluck meal at noon. Thirteen family members attended. They were Leonard and Beth Wade, Brian Wade, Peyton Wade and Logan Thomas, Lindle and

Margie Wade all of Pittsfield, Dennis and Teresa Wade of Nebo, Beth Johnson of Alsey, Richard Taylor and Mark Ryan of Winchester and Sue Farmer of Arenzville. There will not be a reunion next year due to lack of attendance.

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Returns home from another church camp Galati ~ Iadanza engagement

Samantha Galati of Columbia, Mo. and formerly of Pittsfield, and Ryan Iadanza, also of Columbia, Mo. will be married Dec. 15, in the Pike County Courthouse. The bride-to-be is the daughter of Christina Topp of Columbia. She is a graduate of Stephens College and is an emergency telecom-

municator at Boone County Joint Communications. She lived in Pittsfield from 2003 -2009 and graduated from Pittsfield High School in 2009. The prospective bridegroom is the son of Karen Johnston of Booneville, Mo. and is a health insurance advisor at Boyce and Bynum Pathology Labs.

Benz family reunion Lightles celebrate 40th anniversary

Mike and Becky Lightle celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary Aug. 27. The couple were married in 1977 at the Methodist Church by Reverend Wilke. They are parents of two sons: Aaron (Pamela) Lightle of Hannibal and Matthew (fiancé Rachel) of Springfield. Aaron and

Pam are the parents of three children: David, 12; Kelsey, 9 and Hailey, 3. Mike is a retired farmer and painting contractor. Becky retired after 36 years of teaching in the Griggsville-Perry school system. They live on their farm outside of Pittsfield.

Descendants of Joseph and Mary Marsching Benz will have a pot luck dinner at noon at St. Anselm Hall in Kampsville Sunday, Sept. 17. Bring your own table service. Family and friends are welcome to meet, eat, and socialize. Thirty-five cousins are

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White Monday, Aug. 21 at 8:54 p.m., a boy was born to Garrett and Erin White of Pittsfield.

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and other area news Religion class start Sept. 11 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church To all of the Harshman family and extended family, this is a reminder that their reunion will be held Sept. 10 at the Community Center, in Pittsfield. They will eat about noon, and drinks and table service will be provided. Please bring a dish to share. Everyone is looking forward to seeing everyone that attends. Please pass this on to other family members. Sept. 11, Fr Mark Schulte will begin teaching a religious class at St Mary’s Hall each Monday evening from 7-9 p.m. until Easter. After an hour in the class, there will be a break with goodies! This is open to the public and there is no cost. He will cover the Creed, the 10 Commandments, the seven Sacraments, and prayer. The people in the church use this as continuing religious education, also for new people interested in or marrying into the Catholic faith (RCIA), and for the general public interested in learning more about the Catholic faith. If you see any information that needs to be changed on the birthdays and anniversaries, please give me a call. Birthdays and anniversaries: Aug..31 -- Brad Gleckler Sept. 1 -- Judy Butler, Lindsey Ruble, Mike & Carmen Price Sept. 2 -- Heather Burnett Sept. 3 -- Adah Helm, George Morton, Thelma McGraw Sept. 4 -- J.D. Blacketer Sept. 5 -- Earl Hull, Lorrie Hall, Sharon Straus Prayer request list: April Myers, Bob Garner, Byron Wankel, Brother Joe Gammon, Christine Henthorn, Connie McFall, Dianna Ruble, Emma Burrows, Ed Thomas, Frances Larson, Jack Kirk, Jerry Gully, Josh Bennett, Kaitlyn Fletcher, Larry Armistead, Mark Welch, Mike Peters, Mary Crane, Patty Flowers, Pastor Gary Dice, Richard Kindle, Radar Grim, Roger Robbins, Roger Bonnett, Roger Woods, Sue Yackley, Steve Manker, Teresa Manker, Ted Waddell, Tom Barger, Valerie Cooper, and President Trump and God’s guidance in all his many decisions he makes in behalf of our country and our military and the United States of America. May God continue to bless you with His guidance, His love, and His forgiveness. Trivia Answers from last week: 1. What was done to the two others that were crucified with Jesus that was not done to Him because he had already died? (their legs were broken)

2. Which U.S. President’s daughter had the first child born in the White House? (Thomas Jefferson’s daughter Martha had a son James Madison Randolph on January 17, 1806) 3. When Jesus’ side was pierced with a soldier’s sword, what came out? (blood and water) 4. What was the Vin-Fiz Road named after? (the plane that Cal Rodgers flew on his trip going across the U.S. in 1911. He landed close to Nebo on this county highway) 5. Approximately how much (ounces or pounds)spices were used to bury Jesus in the tomb? And what were the spices? (about 100 pounds of myrrh and aloes) Never too early to start collecting General Mills boxtops for our schools. Recycling is still going strong in west Pittsfield across from the Bowling Alley Fridays from 9:30 - 1:30. Only things you need to separate are newspapers. Everything else can be grouped together. East Pike Lending Library is the place to be on Saturdays from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. You can browse through books galore and either check some out or look through the stacks of giveaway books and take as many as you want of those. Encourage Everyone To Read!!! The fundraiser for this library was another success story this past Sunday, Aug.27. News is always appreciated for this column. Give me a call at the number above with your news. Have a great week!!! Trivia Questions for This Week: 1. Which two disciples of Jesus ran to look in the tomb when Mary Magdalene told them that Jesus was not in the tomb? 2. What is a one-hundredth of a second called? 3. How many angels were seen in the tomb after Jesus arose? 4. What coin and when was this coin first inscripted with “In God We Trust”? 5. How many days had went by from when the risen Jesus first appeared to all the disciples, except Thomas, to when He appeared to all the disciples, including Thomas? News from the Missouri Bunch (as told by Sharon Straus): “Well the most exciting news, of course, was the news that Kevina who is sister Penny’s only daughter delivered a beautiful baby girl three weeks ago with a lot of difficulty and resulting in an emergency C-section during which after the first incision,

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the baby flipped, causing them to have to do another incision in a different direction. Eight days ago Kevina was on her way to a job interview when she had a terrible accident rolling her van three times and being thrown out, she was injured very seriously with the worst being a broken back. As of this Monday, she was moved to rehab to learn how to deal with this injury. She is an awful lot of pain and could use all the prayers she can get. Through all of this, although it is an incredible burden on Penny to care for the children and caring for Kevina’s needs, we are rejoicing that Kevina has given her life to Christ realizing that through His grace her life was spared to see another day. Roger and I took another trip this summer. We bought a small slide-in camper and put it in our new pickup truck. So we took our puppies and my brother Darold also loaded up his little motor home, and we all headed out. First we went to South Dakota to visit our cousin and his wife Jerry and Ruby Garner. Headed north from there and went through Canada, the Yukon, and then to Alaska where we traveled through extensively. Darold then headed home and Roger and I continued a few days longer, traveling south through the British Columbia Rockies and south through the states of Washington and Oregon. We then headed back east toward home, stopping in Cheyenne, Wyo., to visit friends first then heading Missouri bound. Our new great-grandson had a pretty good pull to get us back there. We have two grandchildren who were leaving for college so we wanted to be with them as much as possible before they left. Our grandson left Aug. 6 to attend Central Methodist University where he will be playing football this fall. (We have never been to a college football game and his first game is this Saturday night. We can’t wait.) Our oldest granddaughter left Friday to move in to the dorm at Culver Stockton College. It’s an exciting and slightly sad time for our kids, but wouldn’t have it any other way. Well that’s the news from the Missouri Bunch. Sorry it’s been so long. Hope all is well in Pike County. God bless.” May you all have a great week! God bless.

the children of Bertha and Herman Behnen, Catherine and Ben Tepen, Anna Halsey, Marie and George Wyatt, Joe and Leone, Aloys and Lela, Art and Tessie, Fred and Helen. Sophie and George Klaas were childless. Frank never married.

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THANK YOU Thank you to everyone who attended my 90th birthday celebration and for the cards and gifts. A special thank you to my children for hosting the party. It was very much appreciated. Joe Butler THANK YOU Thank you to everyone who sent food, cards, flowers and called or visited during the passing of Marion Wassell. Special thanks to Jennifer Niebur for her caring and kindness. The Marion Wassell Family

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Breitweiser benefit accepting donations Milton / Pearl HCE Unit is gearing up for our annual “Flea Market” held during the Corn Carnival. If you are down sizing and want to donate saleable items ( no clothing please ) to this event please contact Mary Eustace at 217-8294016. We will be accepting donations Wednesday, Sept. 20 1 p.m .- 7 p.m. and Thursday, Sept. 21 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the Milton Community Center. Each year profits from this event are distributed to the Milton Community Center, Pearl Community Center, annual Christmas Basket Fund, local Food Pantry ,ect. to facilitate our involvement in community services. There will be a benefit for Carl and Deb Breitweiser, recent victims of a house fire, Saturday Sept. 9 at the Springer building (old John Deere bldg. on the north edge of Milton) The meal will begin at 5 p.m. with the silent auction and regular auction to begin at 7 p.m. There are five guns being raffled that night and raffle winners will be drawn beginning at 8 p.m. Tickets are available from Darren Kindle, 217-6537477, Michael Nash 217-653-3068, Garrett Howland, 217-257-4973

By KARRIE SPANN 217-723-4262 and Mangley’s Restaurant. Tickets are $20 each and are being sold ahead of time and the night of the benefit if tickets are still available. Donations of auction items or baskets, desserts or bags of chips are needed. Volunteers are welcome – please call Sherry Howland, 217-257- 4975 with any questions. Milton Corn Carnival pageant information: baby contest-ages 0-24 months (Limit of 10 boys and 10 girls)-call Nicole Laux-217430-2692; Little Mister and Miss-ages 4-6 years-call Ashlee Nash-217-370-8524; Junior Miss-sixth through eighth grade-call Devin Smith-217-730-8130; Missages ninth through senior in high school-call Julie Mountain -217-242-9491. Pageants will be held Friday, Sept. 22. There are minimal registration fees per contest. Please contact accordingly to register. Parents or grandparents must live in the East Pike District. Deadline for registration is Sept. 10.

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The health benefits of grandparentgrandchild relationships

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The Gunterman family calls their matriarch The Queen of the River. Judy Gunterman, seated, lived up to her title last week when she went fishing with her son, Gary, left, and her grandson, Adam. Between the three of them they caught more than 30 fish and Judy caught at least 12 of those. Gunterman is 83 and lives on Farmers Ridge.

Visiting loved ones in assisted living facilities For many seniors, a day arrives in their lives when it is no longer safe or practical to live at home alone. Assisted living facilities can help seniors adjust to their new situations. Such facilities typically offer comfortable surroundings, caring staff and all the amenities of home. Although fellow residents can provide companionship and friendships can develop over the course of time, assisted living facility residents also enjoy regular visits from family and friends. Such visits keep seniors connected with their loved ones and break up routines that, over time, may become monotonous. Some people may feel anxious or awkward visiting assisted living facilities because it may shed light on the frailties or specialized needs of loved ones. This may be especially true if a loved one has a physical,

neurological or mental illness. Rather than avoiding visits, individuals can follow these guidelines. Time visits right Many residents have the most energy in the morning or early afternoon right after meals. Call ahead to find out if there are any medical appointments or outings planned. Visiting during meals or activities can be fun because you'll be engaged and will have something to keep both of you busy. Limit distractions Find a quiet and comfortable place at the facility where you can spend time with your loved one. This way you can focus most of your attention on the person you are visiting, and he or she can do the same. A sitting room or an outdoor area can be a nice place to spend time away from television or other people's conversations. Plan an excursion

If you are able to take the resident off of the property, arrange to take them somewhere that would interest them. Do not plan too much, because you want the excursion to be fun, not taxing. Bring along items Gifts are not necessary, but photos, books, puzzles, or even keepsakes from home can serve as catalysts for wonderful conversations. Help the conversation along If a loved one has dementia, visits can be especially challenging. However, simply being present can be comforting for the person even if conversation is stilted. Be patient and positive. Find topics that stimulate responses, and fill in if things get quiet. Visiting someone in an assisted living facility can buoy residents' spirits and make for an enjoyable afternoon.

In the not-so-distant past, extended families were the norm, with multiple generations residing on the same street if not in the same house. Today the family unit is largely an amalgam of different situations. The rise of twoincome families has pressured parents into finding childcare situations. Quite often grandparents once again step in to offer guidance and support for youngsters. This can be a good thing for both the grandparents and the grandchildren. Although a bevy of psychological research focuses on parent-child relationships, new evidence points to the benefits of the grandchild-grandparent relationship as well. Close relationships between these different demographics is often a sign of strong familial ties. A study from researchers at Boston College discovered that emotionally close ties between grandparents and adult grandchildren reduced depressive symptoms in both groups. Research at the University of Oxford among English children between the ages 11 and 16 found that close grandparentgrandchild relationships were associated with benefits including fewer emotional and behavioral problems and fewer difficulties with peers. Adult and grandchildren

alike benefit from relationships with their elders. Grandparents can provide a connection and exposure to different ideas while providing a link to family history and knowledge regarding traditions and customs not readily available elsewhere. Nurturing grandparentgrandchild experiences may be easy for families where grandparents live in the same house or close by. For others, it may take some effort. The following are some ways to facilitate time spent together. n Schedule regular family reunions or get-togethers. Host or plan multi-generation events that bring the family together and expose children to various members of their family. n Promote one-on-one time. Have grandchildren spend time with grandparents in intimate settings. Alone time can be good for both and offers each undivided attention. A meal at a restaurant or time spent doing a puzzle or craft can be interesting to both generations involved. n Video chat when possible. If distance makes frequent visits challenging, use technology to bridge that gap. Send photos, letters and electronic communications. Tech-savvy grandparents can use Skype or Facetime to stay in touch and speak oneon-one with their grandchildren.

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Today the family unit is largely an amalgam of different situations. The rise of twoincome families has pressured parents into finding childcare situations. Quite often grandparents once again step in to offer guidance and support for youngsters. This can be a good thing for both the grandparents and the grandchildren.

n Share skills with each other. Either generation can play teacher to the other. Grandparents may have certain skills, such as baking, sewing or wood crafts, they can impart that may not be readily taught today. Children can help grandparents navigate computers, video games or sports activities. Grandchildren can help grandparents feel younger, and grandchildren can learn new experiences from their grandparents.

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Saukee quarterback Noah Mendenhall follows his blocker around the end Friday night in the first game of the 2017 season. The Saukees lost to Auburn 55-28 and will host Maroa Forsythe this Friday night.

Pittsfield Saukees fall to the Auburn Trojans T

the Auburn Trojans, 55-28.

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he Pittsfield Saukees opened the season with an upsetting loss to

Offensively, Saukee quarterback Noah Mendenhall passed for 173 yards and threw 2 touchdowns. Mendenhall also finished with 106 rushing yards

and 1 rushing touchdown. Derek Neupauer rushed for 50 yards, and Cody Guthrie rushed for a touchdown. James Gwartney received six passes for 98 yards and bringing in a touchdown. Derek Neupauer also had one

receiving touchdown. On the defensive end, Neupauer led the team with nine total tackles, followed by Austin Miller with seven, and Noah Mendenhall with six James Gwartney also added an intercep-

Western wins first two games of season BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press The Western Lady Wildcats are off to a strong start, winning their first two games of the season. Western’s Wildcats defeated Ilini West in three sets Aug. 21 in the first game of the volleyball season. Scores were 26-24, 7-25 and 25-23. Tori Predmore and Janessa Grammar each had two aces in the game. Predmore also had six kills, seven serve/ receive and two blocks . Grammar had 11 digs and seven serve/receives. Paige Snyder and Aftyn Harisson each had three kills. Harrison also had 10 serve/receives. Hayley Smith led the team in digs with 12. Sadie Abney had a block. Chloe Mellon had 12 sets and Montana Smith added four. Aug. 24, hosted ISD and won in two 25-11 and 25-12.

Smith and Mellon led the team in aces ti 11 and 7 respectively. Harrison and Predmore each had three kills and Harrison added 11 digs. Mellon had six. Predmore and Harrison led the way in service/ receives with two each. Premier and Abney each and one block and Mellon and Haliley Flores were four and three in sets. The Western Wildcats will be in Southeastern this week for the Lady Suns Classic. The girls suffered their first lost of the season in Monday’s tournament opener. The girls lost to Payson, 11-25, 7-25. Harrison had one ace three points. Predmore led the team with five and Mellon added three. Predmore also had two kills, Flores had one. Smith led the team in digs with five, Mellon had two.

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Tori Predmore, #18, celebrates a good play against Illini Central in the season opener. Western won in three sets.

Saukees get first win on season; Ladies start strong Jacob BRADSHAW Pike Press The Pittsfield Saukees and Pittsfield Lady Saukees both had wins during a duo match against Carrollton Aug. 21. The Saukees, leading score was Cade Tomhave, who carded a five over par 37. Tomhave tied Noah Robinson of Carrollton for medalist honor. Jacob Bradshaw shot a 40 on the day, and Collin

Meleski and J.D. Gresham ended with a 41. The team total was a 159, defeating Carrollton’s team total of a 185. For the Lady Saukees, they started their season strong. Lauren Hawley and Ariana White both shot a 39. Gabi Fish followed with a 42, and Kara Williams with a 43. Their team total was a 163, a 20 stroke victory over Carrollton. Later that week, the Saukees

competed in what proved to be a tough matchup against the Quincy Blue Devils and the Macomb Bombers. The Blue Devils won the triangular, senior Jimmie Patterson leading the scoring for the match with a 34. The Blue Devils had a team total of 145, Macomb shot a 163, and the Saukees shot a 181. Gresham lead the Saukees with a 43, Bradshaw followed with a 45, and Tomhave and Griffin

Vanwinkle each shot a 47. The Lady Saukees competed in the Blast Off tournament in Alton and placed sixth out of 13 teams. They shot a 393 for 18 holes, Lauren Hawley leading the way with a 41/44 85, Ariana White with a 50/50 100, Gabi Fish a 49/54 103, and Kara Williams with a 50/55 105.

Lady Tornadoes show strength in Camp Point ASHLEY MILLER Pike Press The Griggsville-Perry Lady Tornadoes volleyball team began their season last Tuesday in Unity where they took on the Lady Mustangs before traveling to Camp Point Thursday where they brought home their first win of the season. In Unity Jordan Brite, senior, was hard at work on the floor for the Lady T’s saving the team seven points with digs and one solid block. Maleah Richard, senior, showed her strength at the net with two kills for the night and Ashley McCarter presented promise in her serves getting one past the defense. The Lady T’s went home after two games, the first

touchdowns. On the defensive end of the field, Pleasant Hill/Western had 70 total tackles. Skylar Heatherly lead the team with 13, followed by Nick Black with 10, Grant Peebles with 9, and Jesse Crowder with 8. Harley Miller also added a forced fumble. Despite the tough loss, Crane remains positive saying after the game, “Losing the first game isn’t going to decide how the rest of the season goes.” The Wolves play again Friday, Sept. 1 against the

25-18 and the second 25-14. After losing their first game they were given a day off to practice before GP traveled to Camp Point to take on the Lady Panthers. They sealed their victory in two games, taking the first 25-20 and the second, after a battle, ended 28-26 in the Lady Tornadoes favor. Brite was once again on her game, scoring 10 points all on her own with four kills and six solid serves. Richard also played her strengths at the net, ending the night with 4 kills. McCarter, who had several assists, also proved herself in serving once again with two personal points. This week the Lady Tornadoes will begin play in the Meredosia Tournament.

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Wolves fall to Beardstown despite strong second half By CADE MCKINNON Pike Press Pleasant Hill/Western opened the season off against Beardstown last Friday with a loss, despite an admirable effort,especially int he second half. The final score was 54-28, favoring Beardstown. The Wolves trailed 21-6 at the half but found some offense in the second half. Offensively, Dalton Crane managed to pass for 223 yards and rushed for 83, finishing with two passing touchdowns and two rushing

tion. The Saukees will play Friday, Sept.1 against the Maroa-Forsyth Trojans in Pittsfield. M-F defeated New Berlin 32-15 in their season opener.

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IF YOU need parts for mowers and tillers, Dorsey's Hardware and Western Auto has a large selection of belts and parts and service. New equipment sales available. Winchester. Call 217-742-9241. TFN RICK'S LAWN Equipment. Parts and services for all brands. Tillers, lawn mowers, chain saws, blowers and weedeaters. We sell the best and service the rest. Gravely, Stihl. Zero turn mowers on sale! Pickup and delivery. Hwy. 54, west of the Illinois bridge, Louisiana, Mo. 573-7545055. TFN SELLBEST, 101 W. Quincy St., Griggsville. Quality Used Furniture & Appliances- Washers, Dryers, Freezers, Fridges, Microwave, Electric Stoves, Twin, Full, Queen Beds, New Mattress Sets, Bedroom Furniture, Tables & Chairs, Upholstered Furniture, Tools. Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed for lunch 12-1 p.m. Or by appointment. Call 217-2422252. TFN

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615 HUNTING NORTH PIKE deer. 230 acres timber/CRP. Require QDMA insured hunt club. Park and walk in/out. No outfitters. $10,000. 217336-2191. 9.27.17 HUNTING PROPERTY wanted: Honest, dependable individual would like to lease hunting ground. Any property considered. Full season or archery only. Please call Dean 706-6219407. 8.30.17 TWO ADULTS looking for wooded area for the Spring 2018 Turkey Season. Not an Outfitter. Please contact Steve at 314-803-5900. 10.4.17

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NO HUNTING or Trespassing allowed on 315 acres property in Batchtown Illinois owned by Jim and Carol Squires. All violators will be prosecuted. 8.30.17 NO TRESPASSING no hunting on property owned by Martha Knight (also known as Marty Aderton), Lincoln Valley Road, Hardin. 12.6.17 NO TRESPASSING or hunting allowed on the land in Batchtown owned by Steve and Cindy Meszaros. Violators will be prosecuted. 5.30.18 NO TRESPASSING or hunting allowed on the land in Batchtown owned by Marcy Klockenkemper, Judy Lamer, Jeremy Russell, Bonnie Stepanek, and Cindy Meszaros. Violators will be prosecuted. 5.30.18

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900D NO TRESPASSING Pike County MY LAND located in Sec tion 18 SW of Pearl is pri vate propert y. Hunti ng, fishi ng, trapp ing, tres pass i ng, for any pur p ose, witho ut the written, signed perm iss ion of the owner, is strictl y forb idd en. Viol a tors will be prose c uted. Ti mothy Brinkm an. 6.13.18 NO HUNTING or trespassing on the Linda Bennett farm, rural Griggsville. Violators will be prosecuted. 11.2.17

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1500D Yard Sale Pike County ESTATE SALE: 610 Park St. Nebo, IL. Friday & Saturday, Sept. 1 & 2: 9-3 p.m. Household items, fridge, Christmas items, clothing, shoes, glassware, silk flowers, material and craft supplies. Lots more. 8.30.17 SEPT. 1 & 2, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. 1118 W. Lowry St. Pittsfield. Currier & Ives plates, household items, tools, home decor and some furniture. 8.30.17 327 E. Adams St. Pittsfield. Thursday, Aug. 31 from 5 p.m.-? Sept. 1 & 2 9:30 a.m.-? Clothing (baby and adult), household, windows, antiques, crafts, plants, miscellaneous. 8.30.17 NO TRESPASSING ads are $60 for one year! Call to place yours today. In Calhoun: 618-576-2345; Greene: 217-942-9100; Jersey: 618-498-1234; Pike: 217-285-2345 and Scott: 217-742-3313. Keep unwanted people off your property! Great way to keep people off your land!

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CHESTERFIELD STATE BANK, Plaintiff, vs. NO. 17-CH-1 SCOTT SCHULTZ, Special Administrator of the ESTATE OF KATHERINE HUFF, DECEASED, UNKNOWN OWNERS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Amended Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on July 10, 2017. Sheriff John Wimmersberg, of JERSEY County, will on September 20, 2017, at 10:00 a.m., in the hallway of the Jersey County Courthouse, Jerseyville, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash in hand, the following described premises: COMMONLY KNO\\IN AS: 211 E. Arch St., Jerseyville, IL 62052 PIN: 42-04-635-002-60 and 42-04-371003-60. Improved with a single family residence. The Amended Judgment amount was $14,276.85. TERMS OF SALE: This is an "AS IS" sale for"CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 10% of the successful bid at time of successful bid; balance due within 24 hours, All payments by certified funds payable to the "Michael R. Glenn Client Trust Account". NO REFUNDS. The subject property is

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subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. 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 Mortgagees attorney. 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. Upon the sale being made, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a deed on a specified date unless the properly is redeemed according to law. Purchaser responsible for cost of title insurance, if desired. For information, call the Plaintiffs Attorneys, GLENN & WEST, P.O Box 36, Nokomis, IL (217) 563-7777, howevet tmder Illinois law, the Attorney is not requned to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice. NOTE: PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THIS LAW FIRM IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. GLENN & WEST Attorneys at Law 320 West Central Street P.O. Box 36 Telephone: 217/563-7777 8.16.17, 8.23.17, 8.30.17

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY - JERSEYVILLE, ILLINOIS First Bank PLAINTIFF Vs. 14CH 00044 Byron Thomason 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 2/2/2015, the Sheriff of Jersey County, Illinois will on October 4, 2017 at the hour of 8:15AM at Jersey County Courthouse, 201 West Pearl Jerseyville, IL 62052, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Jersey and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF JERSEY AND STATE OF ILLINOIS: A TRACT OF LAND BEING THE NORTH HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER AND A PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 31, TOWNSHIP 7 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS, AND BEING MORE FULLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE AFOREMENTIONED SECTION 31; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 14 MINUTES AND 12 SECONDS EAST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER AND THE NORTH LINE OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER, 1723.04 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 02 DEGREES 02 MINUTES, AND 29 SECONDS WEST, 671.98 FEET TO A POINT ON THE CENTER LINE OF A GRAVEL ROADWAY; THENCE SOUTH 88 DEGREES 22 MINUTES AND 40 SECONDS WEST, 1697.11 FEET TO A POINT ON THE WEST LINE OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 11 MINUTES AND 53 SECONDS WEST ALONG SAID WEST LINE, 666.29 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING AND CONTAINING 26.48 ACRES, MORE OR LESS. PIN 07-031-007-00 Improved with Mobile Home

Jerseyville, IL 62052 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 14-17-03048.

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The police records released by the Pike County Sheriff ’s office include the following arrests and bookings. The records state that these are accusations and each individual is presumed innocent until proven guilty. BOOKINGS Brandon J. Pettijohn, 24, Hannibal,Mo., was arrested Aug. 22 on a felony in-state warrant seeking to revoke probation. He remains lodged in the Pike County Jail with no bond set. Mark A. Newell, 30, Essex, Mo., was arrested Aug. 22 on a felony in-state warrant seeking to revoke probation. He remains lodged in the Pike County Jail in lieu of $3,500. David J. Smith, 42, East

Crondelet, was arrested Aug. 23 on a misdemeanor Pike County warrant. He posted $100 and was released pending court appearance. Brandi L. Kaptena, 29, Clarksville, Mo., was arrested Aug. 23 on a Pike County traffic warrant alleging failure to appear. She posted $400 bond and was released pending court appearance. David W. Mathis, 59, Pleasant Hill, was arrested Aug. 23 on a Pike County traffic warrant alleging failure to appear. He posted $150 and was released pending court appearance. Ethan C. Miller, 33, Perry, was arrested Aug. 24 on a Pike County misdemeanor warrant. He posted $150 and was released pending court appearance. Matthew D. Lister, 26,

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SPEEDING VIOLATIONS ($120 total unless otherwise posted) Jade C. Barker, Barry, DOB 2/10/1984, 21-25 mph above limit, $140 fine. Jerrad M. Brokaw, Pittsfield, DOB 6/13/1996, 15-20 mph above limit, $155 fine. Wessley Joel Davis, Pittsfield, DOB 10/25/1999, 21-25 mph above limit, charge amended or reduced. Scott E. Harris, Barry, DOB 9/19/1968, 15-20 mph above limit. Jarrett E. Kindle, Pittsfield, DOB 3/15/1997, 15-20 mph above limit. Jerrell W. Rodhouse, Pleasant Hill, DOB 7/31/1941, 15-20 mph above limit. Trevin J. Smith, Barry, DOB 4/29/1988, 15-20 mph above limit. SEATBELT VIOLATIONS ($60 total unless otherwise posted) Jade C. Barker, Barry, DOB 2/10/1984, driver. Kevin Joseph McKinley, Pleasant Hill, DOB 6/5/1985, driver, $62 fine.

Griggsville, was arrested Aug. 24 on a Pike County felony warrant seeking to revoke probation. He remains lodged in the Pike County Jail in lieu of $2,000. Edward E. Hull, 24, Griggsville, was arrested Aug. 24 on a misdemeanor charge of domestic battery. He remains lodged in the Pike County Jail with no bond set. Tami D. Courier, 54, Pleasant Hill, was arrested Aug. 24 on two Pike County traffic warrants. She posted $100 on the first warrant and $200 on the second, which was a revocation of supervision. Damon K. Young, 18, New Canton, was arrested Aug. 24 on a felony possession of methamphetamine charge. He remains lodged in the Pike County

Jail with no bond set. Bruce K. Bennett, 48, Pittsfield, was arrested Aug. 25 on a small claims body attachment. He remains lodged in the Pike County Jail in lieu of $200 bond. Jeremy M. Bruene, 26, Pleasant Hill, was arrested Aug. 27 on a misdemeanor charge of domestic battery and a misdemeanor charge of interference with an emergency communication. He remains lodged in the Pike County Jail with no bond set. Has your charge been amended, reduced or dropped or have you been found not guilty? Email ppnews@campbellpublications.net to be considered for a status update on your court proceeding. Please include name and case number.

Dispositions MISCELLAENOUS VIOLATIONS Harley A. Abney, Barry, DOB 4/29/1997, operating uninsured motor vehicle, six months supervision, $442 fine; no valid registration, nolle prosequi. Julie A. Clements, Pittsfield, DOB 6/18/1967, unsafe backing on roadway, $120 fine. Wessley Joel Davis, Pittsfield, DOB 10/25/1999, unsafe equipment, $434 fine. Nikki N. Jones, Rockport, DOB 5/19/1987, unlicensed, nolle prosequi. Kevin Joseph McKinley, Pleasant Hill, DOB 6/5/1985, no valid registration, nolle prosequi. Chypre Christine Scruggs, Nebo, DOB 9/12/1996, permitting unauthorized person to drive, three months supervision, $407 fine. Brett Alan Shoemaker, Griggsville, DOB 8/3/1983, overweight on axle, $3,827 fine. Carl G. Stauffer, Pleasant Hill, DOB 3/23/1970, improper traffic lane usage, $120 fine.

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General Assignment Reporter Full Time or ParT Time Campbell Publications has an immediate opening for a general assignment reporter to cover news and features. The person we are looking for loves to write and enjoys a fast-paced work environment. Full time or part time. Flexible schedule. The job is based in the Pike Press office in Pittsfield. The successful applicant will enjoy working with people, in person and on the telephone. Typing ability, good grammar skills and ability to meet deadlines required. Camera and computer skills a plus; will train qualified candidates. Must have reliable transportation. Pleasant office and friendly co-workers. Competitive salary; benefits package, company health insurance, paid holidays and vacation, other benefits for full time.

Crystal L. Caldwell, Pittsfield, DOB 11/20/1980, was accused July 7 of one traffic misdemeanor count of improper use of registration or title. The charge was dismissed Aug. 14. Terry W. Swartz, Pittsfield, DOB 10/9/1987, was accused Aug. 29, 2016, and March 5 of one ordinance violation count each of allowing dog to run at large. Swartz was found guilty on both charges and sentenced Aug. 14 to fines totaling $495.

Pleasant Hill Community Unit District 3 is accepting bids on a 1998 Ford F150 pickup, which needs some work. Bids will be accepted until 4 p.m. Sept. 11. , 2017 217-734-2311

FARM HELP WANTED Full-time farm mechanic and seasonal harvest operators. Tractor or semi driving experience necessary, CDL preferred.

Call or text: 217-430-2885 Email: jmoss@adams.net PETITIONS FOR THE MARCH 20TI-I2018 GENERAL PRIMARY ELECTION WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PICK UP STARTING SEPTEMBER 5TH 2017, IN THE COUNTY CLERKS OFFICE. OFFICES TO BE ELECTED ARE PIKE COUNTY CLERK, PIKE COUNTY TREASURER, PIKE COUNTY SHERIFF, SUPERVISOR OF ASSESSMENTS, FOUR COUNTY BOARD SEATS AND PRECINCT COMMITTEEMAN. FIRST DAY FOR FILING PETITIONS FOR THE GENERAL PRIMARY ELECTION WILL BE STARTING NOVEMBER 27TH 2017 AND RUNNING THROUGH DECEMBER 4TH 2017. ALL PETITIONS NEED TO BE FILED BY 4:30PM ON MONDAY, DECEMBER 4TH 2017, AT THE COUNTY CLERKS OFFICE, LOCATED AT 121 E. WASHINGTON, PITTSFIELD, ILLINOIS 62363. ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS FEEL FREE TO CALL 1-217-285-6812.

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66131-2Advertisement for Bids Calhoun News Herald, Greene Prairie Derry Township in Pike County, IL is seeking bids JerseyofCounty Journal, Pike P forPress, the construction a township building. The building will be 40'x72'x16' wood frame structure Scott County Times, Weekly Messeng with metal siding that will include a finished office/ meeting area with8/30 bathrooms, enclosed Runs: Wed & Thurs 8/31heated shop and two open equipment storage bays. The township will accept bids for the entire project or individual parts. For a bid packet please contact Rick Peile at 217-779-8604 or Gary Nation at 217-335-2393. Deadline to submit bids is September 25, 2017.

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Ray was transported to the Pike County Jail where he is being held on $20,000 bond. The investigation is continuing with further possible charges pending the outcome. Sheriff Paul Petty was quick to commend local citizens who called in with tips utilizing the anonymous Crime Stoppers tip line.

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Pike County Housing Authority Attn: Chris Bruns, Executive Director 838 Mason Street, P.O. Box 123 Barry, IL 62312.

By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press Deputies from the Pike County Sheriff ’s Department arrested Chad E. Ray of Quincy, Monday, Aug. 28 on charges of burglary and theft. The arrest follows a three-week investigation into the burglary of Schwartz Farms in East Hannibal.

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MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN Pike County Housing Authority is looking for a motivated self-starter to hire as a Full Time Maintenance Technician 1. This position involves completion of assigned work orders, cleaning/repair of vacant units, completing preventative maintenance, cleaning common areas, and ensuring property grounds are well maintained and free of debris and litter. Seeking individuals who have knowledge and ability to safely use tools & equipment needed to perform the these duties. Further skills desired include experience in plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, exterior maintenance, painting, tiling, etc. Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with a diverse population is a must. Valid license and reliable transportation to/from work required. Shift is 40 hours per week, with night and weekend work required on occasion. Above job description is not a comprehensive listing of all job duties. Starting rate of pay is tied to experience with excellent benefits (health/life/dental/vision insurance, short term disability, retirement, vacation/ sick/personal time, and clothing allowance). You may pick up an application anytime during office hours at our office address below or can print one online at www.pikehousing.com/employment. Applications may be returned to our office by mail, fax, or in person. We retain all received applications for a period of one year.

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Pike County Housing Authority is accepting applications for income-based apartments in Barry, Baylis, Griggsville, Perry, New Canton, Pittsfield, and Pleasant Hill.

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We are expanding our accounting department and are seeking someone with a background in basic accounting, bookkeeping, and ag-business. This person will work out of our corporate office in Pittsfield, IL. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the collections of all local television contracts, and the ordering, tracking and collection of sponsorship and soft goods. This person will also be involved in setting up and maintaining accounting processes for our new Farm Management Division. We offer the following benefits: Full time, PTO, health/dental/vision/life/retirement, casual office culture, on-the-job training. Responsibilities n Ability to accurately keep multiple account records up to date and organized. n Maintain positive customer relationships through written and verbal communication. n Assist Farm Managers with scheduling, ordering, and collection of farm products such as seed and fertilizer. n Follow up with salesmen and customers on delinquent accounts. n solve issues that may arise related to bookkeeping records, billing, and scheduling of deliveries. n Update and create spreadsheets containing information related to farm management, local television accounts and soft good/sponsorship products. n Effectively communicate with office staff in matters related to local television, soft and sponsorship goods, and farm management. n Ability to professionally address confrontation & issues related to bookkeeping and collections. n Computer skills which include, but may not be limited to: spreadsheets, word processing, internet navigation, electronic calendars and email. n Uphold established policies and procedures. Please send resumes to: careers@whitetailproperties.com with a cover letter. NO PHONE CALLS please.

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TAKING OFFERS ON THE FOLLOWING: D 206SE. • 208 E. Quincy OLQuincy 300 LD • 301 Clay SOClay 204 College LD • 304 Pearl St. SO 204 Fairgrounds Cabin in Belleview Beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with large utility room and 1 car garage. Has openWILL floor plan and nice view. Desirable location PRICES NEVER BE LOWER! close to school and park! MOtiVateD SelleR!! TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THESE 3 BDR hOMe with 2 baths, eat-in kitchen,, large living room, attached onecar garage. Includes adjoining vacant lot.. Shown by appointment. REMAINING HOUSES!

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Barry - 755 Bainbridge - 4,005 sq. ft. building with multiple rooms, 2 offices, an apartment upstairs, and 3 baths, 2 of which are public, and is presently used as a vintage mall. All contents convey.

PRICE REDUCED!! Barry - 2 Rooster Way - 6,000 sq. foot building on 3 acres that could be used for a multitude of different business opportunities. Give us a call today to discuss the opportunities! $200,000 approximately 2,200 sq. ft. with newer roof and air conditioning. All equipment conveys.

Pittsfield - #8 Industrial Dr. - Income property that will pay for itself! Country Hamburg - 407 Water St. - Old Post Of- Fixins located in Pittsfield Industrial Park! fice transformed into two workshops with Great building and great business!! a scenic view of the Mississippi River with Mozier - R. R. 1, Box 49 - Thriving turnseparate 23 ft. riverfront lot included. key business with full liquor license, lottery Pittsfield - 121 W. Fayette St. - Former catering business/building consisting of

license, gaming license and hunting/fishing license that has been recently remodeled.

711 MoRTiMER ST., bARRy: Com- 220 PiPER LAnE, PiTTSFiELD: 1400 mercial 1,300 sq. ft. Great location, sq. ft. 4 BR, 2 BA, det. garage. Broker owned. Call Judy Douglas. completely remodeled & updated. Call Harrison Lane. $122,900

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14314 265TH ST., RoCKPoRT: 3 BR, 2 BA, detached garage. Call Kate Marable.

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802 S. MAin ST., PLEASAnT HiLL: 804 n. DuTTon ST. PiTTSFiELD: 2795 sq. ft. 4 BR, 2 BA. Updated home. Priced right! Call Elaine Hoaglin. Call Elaine Hoaglin.

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32851 200TH AvE, PiTTSFiELD.: 604 n. iLLinoiS ST., PiTTSFiELD: Nice country setting, 4 BR, 1 BA, 2340 sq. ft., 3 BR, 2 BA. deck, 2 car det. garage, shed, Call Kate Marable. private secluded fenced backyard. $84,000 Call Charlene Anderson.

734 w. JEFFERSon ST., PiTTS- 36236 Co. Hwy. 2, bAyLiS: Com- 24228 uS Hwy. 54., PiTTSFiELD: FiELD: 975 sq. ft. 3 BR, 2 BA. Call pletely remodeled country home on Incredible commercial building Judy Douglas. site. Call Elaine Hoaglin. 1 acre. Call Charlene Anderson.

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22797 uS Hwy. 54 PiTTSFiELD: 315 E. CLARE ST., PiTTSFiELD: 22243 287TH AvE, KinDERHooK: Over 3,000 sq. ft. on 2 acres. Bro1,950 SQ. FT., 3 BR, 2 BA, on 3,408 sq. ft. 4-5 BR, 3 BA. ker owned - Call Harrison Lane Call Kate Marable. 2.9 Acres. $169,900 $185,000 Call Judy Douglas.

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PRICE REDUCED Barry - 1400 Rodgers St. - Nice shop with geo-thermal in great location. $59,500

Charlene Anderson: 217-473-8246 Judy Douglas: 217-430-1557 Dennis Douglas: 217-430-7181 Elaine Hoaglin: 217-491-1141 Kirby Hobbs: 217-491-2059 Shane Hunt: 217-491-1299 Harrison Lane: 217-440-0319 Kate Marable: 217-370-9809 Karen McConnell: 217-491-0563 Lloyd Phillips: 217-257-7096 Ken Renoud: 217-285-4749

$27,900

23969 287TH AvE.: 1176 sq. ft., 2 BR, 1 BA, 1 ace m/l. Call Ken Renoud.

$55,000

321 n. FRAnKLin ST., PiTTSFiELD: 1321 sq. ft. 3 BR, 1 BA. Call Charlene Anderson.

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175 n. ELM ST., bAyLiS: 1169 sq. ft. 3 BR, 1 BA. Call Elaine Hoaglin.

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Potential $3,490/acre *broker ownedowned Potential $3,490/acre *broker 140140 Acres Class A Tillable Soils! 120 Acres Tillable! Acres Class A Tillable Soils! 120 Acres Tillable! SOLD SOLD G G D INNiceNice DAcres DINacres property with 65 acres property withtillable 65EN tillable NAcres HWY. 1 SOLLORRAINE, 13 ACRES, IL: Great 18084 13LORRAINE, ACRES, IL: Great E159 SOLD SOLD P159 P JERSEY COUNTY, IL JERSEY COUNTY, IL 2523 sq. ft.2 place to build placebytoQuincy. build by Quincy. 4040 Acres Excellent Building Site With Metal Building $199,000 Acres Excellent Building Site Newer With Newer Metal Building $199,000 Call Harrison Elaine Hoaglin E Call Lane. Harrison Lane. PRICE REDUCED: 105 105 AcresAcres Big Timber With Great Wheeler Paths & Newly PRICE REDUCED: Big Timber With 4Great 4 Wheeler Paths & Newly $10 $109,000 PIKE Cleared COUNTY - NEW - 10 Acres - Home & PIKE COUNTY - 135 Acres - Excellent PIKE COUNTY - NEW - 20 Acres$109,000 - Home PIKE COUNTY - 365 Acres - Flint Township Food Plots $2,950/acre Cleared Food Plots $2,950/acre Acreage. Beautiful Country Home on 10 Hunting Property Located On A Dead & Acreage. Newer Home On 20 acres on - Tillable. Hunting/Agricultural. Timber 20 Acres Excellent Hunting Property Bordered By Big Timber 20 Acres Excellent Hunting Property Bordered By Big Timber PENDING PENDING Acres with additional acreage available! End Road. Dead End Road. *broker owned. 245, Tillable 120. 6565 Acres Great Big Timber Farm Farm AlongAlong Macoupin Creek! Creek! Acres Great Big Timber Macoupin PENDING PENDING NG MACOUPIN COUNTY, IL MACOUPIN COUNTY, IL LD LISTI SO SOLD SOLD 110 Acres Excellent All Around Hunting Tract Tract 110 Acres Excellent All Around Hunting NEW 9 Acres Great Building SiteSOLD With NewerNewer Metal Shed 9 Acres Great Building Site With Metal Shed SOLD 8383 Acres Affordable Hunting Tract With Timber $2,650/Acre Acres Affordable Hunting Tract Big With Big Timber $2,650/Acre SOLD SOLD HANCOCK COUNTY, IL HANCOCK COUNTY, IL PIKE COUNTY - 70 Acres Located in Western Pike PIKE COUNTY - 84 Acres Excellent Hunt- PIKE COUNTY - 135 Acres Located In PIKE COUNTY - 40 Acres With Beautiful Western Pike County! 110 Excellent 3,555 sq. ft. homeST., & custom built acre ing Propertyhunting With hunting Nice Income Fromincome! County *in cooperation with55 PikeAcres County Real Well-balanced 3275 CROSSM 3 PRICE REDUCED: Well-balanced property with PRICE REDUCED: 55 Acres property with income! W. Hunting QUINCY ST., KINDERHOOK: 110 W. 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Chloe Kuntz, right, daughter of Anita Kuntz and Bobby Kuntz, recently raised $425 for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Fund in St. Louis. Chloe was diagnosed with juvenile diabetes when she was 7 She raised the money selling vegetables and bracelets at Market on the Green. With Chloe is Mery E Perryman, CPNP-PC of the Springfield Clinic.

Adams County 10 acres +/- Richfield TWP. Located minutes from Barry on blacktop. Would make a great building site. PRICE REDUCED - Calhoun County 390 acres +/Hardin TWP. Huge hunting farm with 70 acres tillable, secluded on dead end road with older home and outbuildings. Calhoun County 310 acres +/- Hardin TWP. Huge hunting farm with 55 acres tillable and the balance in timber located at the end of a dead end road. Calhoun County 80 acres +/- Crater TWP. Secluded farm with 2 ponds, barn, outbuildings and 4BR home and 27 acres in CRP. Calhoun County 80 acres +/- Hardin TWP. Excellent hunting farm with 15 acres tillable. Calhoun County 75 acres +/- Crater TWP. Nice recreational farm with 35 acres tillable and 38 acres timber with beautiful 3BR home with 2 car attached garage. Calhoun County 37.28 acres +/- Gilead TWP. 32.6 acres of prime hunting up Indian Creek Road surrounded by timber near Hamburg with additional 4 acres with electricity. Calhoun County 20 acres +/- Richwood TWP. Completely remodeled 3BR farmhouse with 1 car detached garage sitting on 20 acres.

Calhoun County 4 acres +/- Golden Eagle. 4 acres in Golden Eagle right on the Mississippi River! Perfect weekend getaway near the ferry! Pike County 180 acres +/- Fairmount TWP. Nice hunting farm with 80 acres pasture, 50 acres tillable and the remainder in timber. Pike County 113 acres +/- Pleasant Hill TWP. 3BR 2BA house sitting on 7 acre lake with great hunting and nice mix of timber, tillable and CRP. Pike County 110 acres +/- Atlas TWP. Excellent hunting farm with big timber and secluded food plots. Pike County 90 acres +/- Derry TWP. Great investment farm with 65 acres tillable. Pike County 54 acres +/- Martinsburg TWP. Nice recreational farm with nice shed and 3BR 2BA home with new kitchen. Pike County 40 acres +/- New Salem TWP. Nice hunting property with big timber, creek and 7 acres CRP. SALE PENDING - PRICE REDUCED - Pike County 54.93 acres +/- New Salem TWP. Secluded hunting farm located at the end of a dead end road surrounded by big timber with a major creek. SALE PENDING - Calhoun County 6 acres +/- Carlin TWP. Perfect spot to build a home on with county water and electricity available on site.

Pike County Real Estate Richard Smith John Borrowman Chris Nichols Tere Boes Barb Goertz

217.473.3286 217.430.0645 217.473.3777 217.491.2267 217.257.7865

Elaine Smith Todd Smith Chris Little Scott Andress Robert Evans

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Rodney Borrowman Nikki Fish Cyndi Borrowman Kamp Sonya Little

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Gallery of Homes 830 N. Orchard Pittsfield $18,000

Deer Ridge Estates Pleasant Hill $25,000

501 N. Illinois Pittsfield $27,000

165 S. Quincy New Canton $43,500

104 Liberty Court Pittsfield $59,000

301 N. Union Griggsville $75,000

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Kelsey Freesmeyer, 9-year-old daughter of Brent and Cindy Freesmeyer of Pittsfield, recently donated nine inches of her hair to Pantene Beautiful Lengths. This was her third time donating hair to the program. Hair donated to Pantene Beautiful Lengths is used to create real-hair wigs for women battling cancer.

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405 Washington Hamburg $59,900

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321 N. Illinois Pittsfield $79,500

103 E. Louden El Dara $79,500

3A Dove Lane Pittsfield $139,000

24791 405th St. Pittsfield $149,500

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501 Oak Hill Rd. Pittsfield $150,000

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331 Piper Lane Pittsfield $179,000

125 Haney Lane Pittsfield $186,500

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Diane Vose, left, was inducted into the Pittsfield Rotary Club when it met Wednesday, Aug. 23. A native of Griggsville, Vose is John Wood Community College regional center manager for Mount Sterling and Pittsfield. She was sponsored by her daughter-in-law, Megan Vose, center. With them is Rotary president Nathan Painter.

45115 Co. Hwy. 8 Pittsfield $229,900

R.R. 1, Box 131A Kampsville $239,000

32467 360th St. Baylis $263,000

47599 166th Ave. Pearl $325,000

NEW LISTING - Kinderhook - 27959 230th Ave. - 2BR custom built home sitting on 1 acre with 10 x 12 shed. Would make the perfect retirement home or weekend getaway! $100’s. NEW LISTING - Griggsville - 202 N. Federal - 2BR home with deck and large garage/storage shed on corner lot across from school. Needs some TLC. $40’s. Barry - 1260 Mason - 3BR 1BA home with new flooring that is move-in ready. Would make a good first home or rental. $40’s. Barry - 1211 Rodgers St. - 4BR 3BA home with 21 ft. pool with deck and 30’ x 40’ shed sitting on 1acre +/-. Very motivated Seller – will not refuse any reasonable offers!!!$200’s. PRICE REDUCED - Griggsville - 402 E. Walnut St. - Nice 3BR brick home with full finished basement and 2 car garage sitting on 4 lots close to school. $100’s. Hamburg - Chapman Sub. #19 - Adorable 2BR cabin on the Mississippi River. Priced to sell!! $40’s. PRICE REDUCED - Hamburg - R.R. 1, Box 129A County Rd. - Nice 3BR ranch home with a spectacular view of the Mississippi River. Priced to sell!! $60’s. Hamburg - R.R. 1, Box 127B - Updated 3BR cabin with deck sitting on 4 riverfront lots on the Mississippi River with 2 boat docks and ramp. $80’s. PRICE REDUCED - Hardin - 704 South County Rd.-Nicely remodeled 4BR 3BA home sitting on 6 +/- Acres. Country living yet in town centrally located in Calhoun County! $100’s. New Salem - 603 Mason St. - 1BR house on large lot in a quiet neighborhood. Move-in ready! $30’s. Pearl - 46916 Co. Hwy. 10 - Nice little 3BR country home sitting on 5 acres +/- just off Route 100 in the heart of the hills. $60’s. PRICE REDUCED - Pearl - 44658 190th Ave. - Totally remodeled 2BR two story home with large front porch sitting on 1 acre+/- in a nice country setting. $90’s. Pittsfield - 10 Douglas Dr. - A must see 6 yr. old. ranch home with up to 6 bedrooms, full finished basement with walk-out, and beautiful in-ground pool, all sitting on 4.5 acres. $300’s. Pittsfield - 1298 Lakeview Dr. - Exquisite 3BR ranch home with hard surface countertops, sun room and totally finished lower living area. This home has all the extras!! $200’s. PRICE REDUCED - Pittsfield - 1118 W. Lowry - Exclusive home with over 3,000 sq. ft. of finished living space in a very desirable location. $200’s. PRICE REDUCED - Pittsfield - 10 Teal Lane - 2BR 2.5BA ranch home in a South subdivision with a beautiful family room and full basement with a walkout. $200’s. Pittsfield - 406 E. Benson - 4BR log home with 1 car attached and oversized detached garage situated on 1.3 wooded acres. $200’s. PRICE REDUCED - Pittsfield - 20780 405th St. - 3BR 2BA home with 2 car detached garage sitting on 1 acre +/- in a nice rural setting. $100’s. Pittsfield - 515 Jill St. - Very nice 3BR ranch in quiet location in close proximity to park and school with many updates! $100’s. Pittsfield - 220 W. Clare - 3BR home with many updates and nice detached 2 car garage close to downtown. $70’s. PRICE REDUCED - Pittsfield - 647 W. Fayette - Nice 3BR home completely remodeled in a good location. $60’s. PRICE REDUCED - Pittsfield - 521 N. Dutton - Large 5BR, 2BA two story home with a family room in the lower level/basement that opens out to the back yard! $50’s. PRICE REDUCED - Pittsfield - Corner of N. Orchard and Oklahoma - 4 mobile home lots, three of which are rented. Call office for details! Pittsfield - 534 N. Jackson - Nice building lot. Pittsfield - 220 W. Jefferson - Great building lot close to downtown Pittsfield. Pleasant Hill - 204 Fairgounds Rd. - Totally remodeled 2BR home with 1 car attached garage. Like new!! $40’s. Rockport - 17620 Hwy. 96 - Old schoolhouse converted into 4BR 2BA home with full basement that has endless possibilities sitting on 1.62 acres +/-. $100’s. Summer Hill - 19620 U.S. Hwy. 54 - Classic 4BR 2BA farm home with modern updates and hardwood floors in the living room and dining room. $90’s. SALE PENDING - NEW LISTING - Kampsville - 110½ N. Broadway - Newer 3BR 2BA home with well established landscaping sitting on 2 lots. $90’s. SALE PENDING - Pittsfield - 116 N. Jackson - Beautifully restored and very well maintained 6BR 2BA home with full finished basement, 1 car detached garage and fenced in back yard. $100’s. SALE PENDING - NEW LISTING - Pittsfield - 910 W. Adams-2BR home with 2 car attached garage and new heating and air conditioning. Great starter home! $40’s. SALE PENDING - Pittsfield - 1226 W. Lowry St. - Well built 3BR ranch home with full basement in a great neighborhood. $100’s. SALE PENDING - Pittsfield - 25347 393rd St. - Very nice clean 3BR 2.5BA manufactured home with 2 car detached Cleary building on 8 tillable acres. $100’s. SOLD - PRICE REDUCED - New Canton - 145 S. Main - Beautiful 2BR 1BA home with 2 car detached garage with workshop and many updates. Move-in ready!! $80’s. SOLD - Hamburg - HC 61 Gresham Hollow, Box 2 - 2-3BR country home with open kitchen, dining room and living room sitting on 2.5 acres! $100’s. SOLD - Barry - 538 Mortimer - Ideal retirement home or starter home located on small lot. In cooperation with Barton & Associates. SOLD - NEW LISTING - Pittsfield - 501 Oak Hill Rd. - Unique berm home with over 5,000 sq. ft. in a very desirable setting. $100’s. SOLD - PRICE REDUCED - Pittsfield - 306 Piper Lane - Charming classic 3-4BR home with many updates and oversized 3 car garage and fenced in yard. $100’s. SOLD - Griggsville - 216 N. Union - Nice 3BR ranch home with 2 car garage and efficiency apartment. Could be a great property to start your home business. $70’s. SOLD - NEW LISTING - Pittsfield - 447 Susie Dr.-Remodeled 3BR ranch home with new roof and new HVAC. Move-in ready!!

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The Pittsfield Fire Department members and their families invite the community to visit the new fire house at the corner of Jefferson and Monroe, Saturday, Sept. 9 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The new firehouse has been a community/PFD and their families project. The city of Pittsfield secured a USDA loan but the firefighters raised a portion of the needed funds through brick sales. The PFD auxiliary raised money to furnish the kitchen and provide a few other extras. The firemen will be serving pork chops during the open house and also do an Air Evac and extrication demonstration that day. Other activities are planned. Truck rides and tours available on request.

Illinois State Police encourage safe Labor Day The Labor Day weekend signifies the end of the summer and the last chance for people to get out and enjoy the warm weather. The holiday weekend is one the busiest driving periods and millions of motorists are expected to hit the roadways nationwide. Illinois State Police (ISP) District 20 Commander, Captain Jon Dively, is reminding motorists to make safety their number one priority while driving during the Labor Day holiday weekend. Troopers will focus their attention on the primary factors that contribute to fatal traffic crashes. Driving under the influence (DUI), speeding, distracted

driving, and not wearing seat belts, the Fatal Four, are the four primary causes of fatal traffic crashes. Troopers will patrol Illinois roadways watching for and assisting stranded motorists, and enforcing Fatal Four violations. There will be additional emphasis on DUI offenses over the holiday weekend. The “Driver Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign began Aug. 21 and runs through Sept. 4. The ISP will have additional troopers out on the roadways and at roadside safety checks watching for impaired drivers. Troopers will also be watching for

those who fail to slow down and move over. Illinois law requires motorists to reduce speed, change lanes if possible, and proceed with due caution when approaching a vehicle on the side of the road displaying rotating or flashing lights. Motorists can expect increased traffic volumes and should plan to allow extra time when traveling to their destinations. Voluntary compliance to traffic laws will assist in making Labor Day travels a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.

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DETROIT n Mississippi Valley Christian Service Camp is having Family Camp Sept. 8, 9 & 10. Games, fishing, worship, swimming, boating, camping, workshops, food and fellowship. Tents and RVs welcome (limited hook ups) Call ahead to make arrangements. Preregistration preferred by Sept. 6. Check in is 3 p.m. Friday, Sept. 8. Download registration form at www. MVCSC.net or email mvcsc@irtc.net. GRIGGSVILLE n The annual Griggsville Apple Festival Talent Contest will be held on the evening of Saturday, Sept. 16. There will be children and adult divisions. The categories and age divisions will be based upon the entries received. Cash prizes in each division will be awarded. Please call or text Jamie Kelley at (217) 242-2817 or email at kelleyfam4@casscomm.com with questions or to enter the contest! HULL n New hours for Kinderhook Township Library in Hull. The library will be open from 9 a.m.noon Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. MILTON n Benefit for Carl and Deb Breitwieser, Saturday, Sept. 9 at the Springer Building in Milton. Carl Breitwieser was critically injured in a house fire, July 24. The couple lost everything in the fire and Breitwieser has been hospitalized ever since. The benefit will include a dinner at 5 p.m., an auction at 7 p.m. and a gun raffle at 8 p.m. Guns include Save 220 20 gauge with scope, Kahr CW9mm Auto SS pistol, Brushmaterl XM 15 QRL, AR15 Rifle .223, Ruger Jr 22 Lr Autos SS Pistol and a Henry Golden Boy Lever Action 22 LR. You do not have to be present to win. Tickets are available from now until the time of the drawing. Donations are being taken for both a silent and a live auction. n Milton/Pearl HCE Unit is gearing up for our annual "Flea Market" held during the Corn Carnival. If you are down sizing and want to donate saleable items (no clothing please) to this event please contact Mary Eustace at 217-8294016. We will be accepting donations Wednesday, Sept. 20 1-7 p.m. and Thursday, Sept. 21 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Milton Community Center. Each year profits from this event are distributed to the Milton Community Center, Pearl Community Center, Annual Christmas Basket Fund, local Food Pantry, etc. to facilitate our involvement in community services. PITTSFIELD n Fall Library Hour is just around the corner at Pittsfield Youth Library! There will be a Wednesday class and a Thursday class. Classes start Oct. 11 and Oct. 12. Each class meets once a week for 8 weeks ending Nov. 29 and Nov. 30. Both classes are from 9-10 a.m. Please use the side door off Adams Street. Library hour is for children ages 3 (potty trained) through 5 years. For more information or to sign your child up, please call the library at 285-5232 to reserve your spot as space is limited. n Pike County businessman Jonas H. Petty, candidate for State Representative of the 100th District, will host a Meet & Greet Town Hall at the Cardinal Inn, Pittsfield, Thursday, Sept. 14 at 6 p.m. The public is invited to attend. Petty will discuss his platform to restore pride to Illinois through reform and economic development. n Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) and the Workforce Innovation Board of Western Illinois is sponsoring an Employer information Workshop Aug. 30 at 1 p.m. at the JWCC Southeast Education Center

in Pittsfield, Classroom 118. n Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced that all offices and facilities open Tuesday to Saturday will be closed Saturday, Sept. 2, in observance of Labor Day. All office and facilities will be open for business Tuesday, Sept. 5. Individuals can visit the Secretary of State’s website, www.cyberdriveillinois.com, to locate the nearest Driver Services facility and the hours of operation. In addition, drivers can change an address, register to become an organ and tissue donor or renew license plate stickers online. n Come down to Nucci's Pasta House of Pittsfield this Friday, Sept. 1 to help kickoff their new music venue and extended bar with the Voice's season 3 finalist from team Blake Shelton, Gracia Harrison. Performance starts at 7 p.m. and reservations are suggested. n The Pittsfield Fall Festival is Thursday evening through Saturday on the Courthouse Lawn. n Cub Scout Pack 18 will be hosting their annual kick off Tuesday, Sept. 5 at the Pittsfield American Legion at 7 p.m. Cub Scouts is for grades kindergarten through 5th. Also, Den leaders are needed for the 1st and 2nd grade Dens. Any questions feel free to contact Alisha Ballinger at 217-653-2116. Also anyone interested in Boy Scouts (6th grade and up) may join us at the kick off. n The first session of the Fall series of University of Illinois Extension’s Four Seasons Gardening program is titled, What’s That Butterfly in my Garden?. The program is offered Sept. 5 at 1:30 p.m. in the Pike County office. This webinar may also be viewed from home by pre-registering at go.illinois.edu/4seasons_ webinars. Recorded videos of these sessions can be viewed following the program at go.illinois.edu/ fourseasonsrecordings. There is no cost to attend but pre-registration is preferred Phone or email the local U of I Extension office for more details or visit our website to register http:// web.extension.illinois. edu/abhps/. Other topics in the Fall series include Cultivating Carnivores: Growing Carnivorous Plants set for Sept. 19 and 21, and Gardening as Therapy set for Oct. 3 and 5. n Liberty Village Garden Court free Lunch and Learn Workshop at Hawthorne Inn. Thursday, Aug. 31, 1-2 p.m. Kim Harris, Garden Court Coordinator, will be sharing her expertise regarding the early onset signs of Alzheimer’s and Dementia. Make reservations by Aug. 25. For more event information, contact Liberty Village at 217-285-5200. n Walk to End Alzheimer’s Memory Walk. Friday, Sept. 22 6-8 p.m. For more event information or to register, contact Liberty Village of Pittsfield at 217-285-5200. n PHS class of 1967 is having their 50 year class reunion Sept. 8 and 9. Come join them Friday at Lindsay's Tavern and Saturday after 8 at Kate's Saloon. Come enjoy the fun and catch up on the last 50 years. If you have any questions, call 217-577-3797. n St. Mary’s Church classes on the Catholic faith will begin Sept. 11 – All are welcome to attend 7–9 p.m., Mondays. n Class of 1957 Pittsfield High School 60th reunion Saturday, Oct. 14. Watch for invitation. Be ready for trivia. n Sign up is now in progress for Fall soccer in Pike County. This session will be held for boys and girls ages 4-18. Children must be 4 by Sept. 1 and no older than 18

by Sept. 1. Games will be played Sunday afternoons at Pittsfield Lake, starting Sept. 17. You may pick up and drop off registration forms at the Pittsfield United Methodist Church (located in a blue box in the entryway) or you can download a form off our Facebook page, Pike Soccer-Illinois. n Nucci’s Pasta House is donating money to support the Pike County Children’s Advocacy Center. Every Wednesday until Sept. 13, 10% of Nucci’s total sales for the day will be donated. Enjoy a delicious breakfast, lunch, dinner or cocktail and know that you will be helping abused children in the Pittsfield area. For more information, visit the agency’s or Nucci’s Facebook page. You can also visit our website at www.advonet.org. Together we are “Standing Strong for Abused Children”. PLEASANT HILL n The American Red Cross will be at the Pleasant Hill First Baptist Church, 302 Park View, Thursday, Sept. 7 from 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. ONGOING n Calvary Baptist Church of Pittsfield's Helping Hands is held every 3rd Saturday of month from 9-11 a.m. n The East Pike Fire Protection District Ladies Auxiliary is asking for support for the new firehouse. The funds used to build this firehouse come from only tax dollars, generous donations and fundraisers supported by the community. Be a permanent part of the construction, by preserving your name, that of a loved one or Business with the purchase of a personalized brick paver to be placed in the sidewalk or around the flag pole of the new firehouse. To order a personalized brick paver contact Deb Moore at (217) 723-4228 or Mary Eustace at (217) 829-4016 or any Auxiliary member. n Time for water aerobics at the pool. Weather permitting, classes will start June 1. Classes will be Monday and Thursday from 11-12 p.m. and 5-6 p.m. If interested, talk to the pool man-

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in and around the Pike County Area ager, Gretchen Petty or anyone taking the money at the front desk. n Pike County Senior Citizens Center Widows Support Group meets in the Shaw room every 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month. There also is a monthly card party/luncheon scheduled for every 2nd Wednesday. The players play Pitch and Bridge and if you are interested please call the center at 217285-4969. n Area senior adults are invited to join David and Charlotte Hamilion as they begin their 11th year of multi-denominational Bible Study on Thursday, Sept. 7 at 10 a.m. Monthly meeting for the fall quarter will be at the Pittsfield Senior Center. It will continue every 1st Thursday morning of the month in the spacious Shaw room from 10-11 a.m. Ample close in parking is available. Bible based studies will focus on the needs of senior adults. A free printed study guide will be provided each month. n Do you have an old cell phone you don’t use anymore? You can donate it to a worthy cause! We will take all donated phones, even if they are damaged. They can be left at the Quanada in Pike County office at 941 W. Washington in Pittsfield. For further information, call 285-6119. n Market on the Green runs through Sept. Open Saturdays 7-11 a.m. on the northwest side of the Courthouse. For sale: vegetables and fruits in season, baked items and jams/ jellies. Strawberries are in season! Arts and crafts welcome. Flea market and used items are discouraged. Please call Cindy Lightle for booth information and any questions concerning the sale of certain items. 217-883-2619 or 217-2481240. n Home and Community Education (HCE) board meets the first Monday of each month. Visitors and members of HCE are invited to attend the 10 a.m. meeting at the Farm Bureau building. Come see the plans for the new year.

n Pike County PAL (Parents of Addicted Loved Ones) Group will be meeting every Thursday evening from 6:30-8 p.m. in the Shaw Room at the Pike County Senior Citizens Center. Please use the back entrance. For questions call 217-653-6076. n The class of 1961 will have lunch at the Cardinal Inn on the 3rd Friday of each month at noon. Classmates, Please attend. n Bursting Bubbles foundation emotional support group on Tuesdays from 7-8 p.m. at the Barry YMCA and on Fridays from 7-8 p.m. at the Pittsfield First Baptist Church. For more information call 217335-2961 or go to www. burstingbubbles.org n 12 Step Al-Anon Family Support Group for alcohol and narcotic addiction every Monday at 8 p.m. at the First Christian Church in Pittsfield (Breezeway entrance). For more information, call Betty at 217285-6191. n Expect Extraordinary Community Gatherings are held every 4th Tuesday from 6-7 p.m. in the Findley Place Community Room. What if people with developmental disabilities lived, learned, worked, played and worshiped in all the regular places of our community? Join us to make it possible! People with developmental disabilities, their families and friends, caring neighbors, and all members of the community are invited. n Bright Star Methodist Cooperative Parish (Oxville, Florence, Detroit, Griggsville, Perry, and New Salem) county wide Bible Studies for 2017 will be held every Tuesday at New Salem UMC at 8:30 a.m., 10:15 a.m. at Griggsville UMC, and 6:30 p.m. at Perry UMC. This is absolutely free and everyone in Pike County are welcome to attend. Questions? Call Pastor Dave at 217-8332575. n Free meals served every third Saturday of each month at the Pittsfield United Methodist Church from

11 a.m.-12 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Carry-outs are available. n A non-denominational, Bible class meets for one hour on Tuesdays, 2:30 p.m., at the Findley Place Apartments. Dr. Calvin Warpula is leading a study of the book of Romans. Everyone is invited. n Set Free is a non-traditional recovery program for adults (ages 18+), based on doing life together. Join us for Set Free every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at Pittsfield Assembly of God. There is free childcare, from birth6th grade. Learn more: Set Free Recovery Group on Facebook.com. n The Pittsfield Masonic Lodge meets the second Monday of every month at the Masonic Lodge. n Meals Plus for Seniors serves lunch at noon, Mon. through Fri. at Findley Place. Over 60, meals are based on donations. Call Connie by 8:50 a.m. on the day you would like to make reservations at 217285-6150. Milk and bread offered with every meal. OUT-OF-COUNTY n Hannibal-LaGrange University and WGCA 88.5 “The Mix” Christian radio station have joined together to bring Jason “Propaganda” Petty to the HLGU campus Wednesday, Aug. 30 at 8 p.m. Concert doors open at 7:30 p.m. and tickets are available for purchase online at www.hlg. edu/concert. The opening act will be performed by Christian rapper Da MAC. Contact Richard Medina, director of student activities at 636-699-9350 with any questions. n Divorce Care, a 13-week course dealing with all the emotion, trauma, and confusion surrounding divorce will be held at Madison Park Christian Church in Quincy beginning Monday, Aug. 7 and running for 13 weeks. The event starts at 6:30 p.m. and is free, but registration is desirable. You may sign on the Church's websie, www.madisonparkchurch.com or by calling the church office at 217222-2529.

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Jr. Miss Perry Kierney Nash, daughter of Derek and Nicole Nash, was crowned the 2017 Jr. Miss Perry Saturday. Shown is retiring 2016 Queen Jenna Kelley, left, and Miss Congeniality Kaylee Spencer, right. Kelley is the daughter of John and Jamie Kelley and Spencer is the daughter of Shane and Lisa Spencer.

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Perry Pioneer Days Baby Boy Blake Buss was chosen as the 2017 Perry Pioneer Day baby Saturday. Blake is the son of Brock and Kayla Buss.

Two locals receive long term nurse scholarships The Illinois Health Care Association (IHCA) has announced the winners of the John W. Maitland, Jr. / Joseph F. Warner Long Term Care Nurses Scholarship Fund scholarships for the 2017-2018 school year. This year’s recipients are: Kelly Adams of Pana; Krystal Bibbins of Yorkville; Michelle Corsaro of Monmouth; Leigh Crane of Nebo; Jamie Davison of Canton; Victoria Dehlinger of Olney; and Shylie Donoho of Bluford, Jessica Jones of Seneca; Jennifer Lane of Lake of the Hills; Mindi Lane of Pana; Lashunda Morris of Loves Park; Desirae Reimers of Pittsfield, Holly Stevens of Centralia: and Sharon Tracey of Avon. Each will each receive a scholarship of up to $1,000 per semester. Leigh Crane of Nebo is currently employed at Eastside Health and Rehab Center as an LPN. Crane currently attends John Wood Community College in Quincy and is working toward her RN. “Quality of Care’ to me means providing the best care I possibly can,” Crane

said. Desirae Reimers of Pittsfield is currently employed at Barry Community Care in Barry as an LPN and is attending John Wood Community College in Quincy, working towards her RN. “‘Quality of Care’ means the care I would expect to be given to my loved ones and to myself,” Reimers said. “Helping, healing and dignity are the three things I strive to provide.” “These professionals are shining examples of the future of the long term care profession and embody the determination and excellence of the Maitland-Warner Scholarship program,” David Voepel, executive director of IHCA, said. “We are honored to reward their goals, efforts and accomplishments.” The scholarship fund is named in honor of former State Senator John W. Maitland, Jr. and Joseph F. Warner, two statesmen who worked to advance the needs of the long term care profession’s vision. The award was created to continue the work they dedicated themselves to for so many years.

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