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6756 Oxford, Maryville Gorgeous 4 BR 2 story home! $259,900

6 Carolyn, Glen Carbon Nice 3 bedroom home! $129,900

6828 Kensington, Maryville Elegant Villa! Great room and screened porch! $279,000

7024 Koufax Ct., Edwardsville Spectacular 1.5 story 5 BR/4 BA home! $525,000

6701 Oxford Lane, Maryville Spacious 4 BR/2 BA home on cul-de-sac. $275,000

25 Woodland, Highland 4 BR/3 BA home with large yard! $214,900

8425 Schilller, Worden Huge 3 BR/2 BA on 3/4 Acre! $179,900

5049 Springfield, Edwardsville 3 BR, 1 BTH home. $144,900

630 Greenwood Place, Collnsville Perfect Starter Home 2 BR/1 BA! $90,000

12 Lake Ridge, Alton 4 BR/3 BA home in Lakeview Estates. $339,900

38 Cobblestone, Glen Carbon 4 BR/3 BA. Walkout, updates and Great Location! $215,000

2320 Holiday Lane, Maryville New Roof, New Carpet, and Great Location! $190,000

2286 Cromwell, Maryville Fabulous 2 story with large fenced yard. $255,000

110 Prospect, Troy 3 BR/2 BA older brick home with many updates. $139,900

9 Ashbrooke, Troy Pride of ownership shows in 2,086 sf atrium ranch. A must see. $219,900

808 Rolling Meadows, Maryville 3 BR W/O wooded lot, new wood laminate flrg throughout 1st floor. $189,500

351A Jarvis Ct., Troy Very nice 2 BR villa with fireplace in family room, 2-car garage. $169,900

952 Wagon Trail Ct., Troy What A Deal! 4 BR/3 BA move-in ready! $165,000

10648 Keck Road, St. Jacob Updated 3 BR home w/2-car attached & 1-car detached. Triad School Dist. $129,000

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530 Edwardsville Road Troy, IL

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1309 Olive St., Highland Fantastic starter home, 2 BR/1 BA, hardwood flrs, new windows & new roof. $89,900

301 Napoleon, St. Jacob 3 BR/2 BA corner lot. Remodeled 4 years ago. Move-in ready. $154,900

108 Windsor, Troy Spectacular 1 1/2 story 5 BR custom home, finished W/O. 3 car garage. $425,000

8924 Wendell Creek, St. Jacob Unique craftsman style 1 1/2 story dramatic GR. 5 BR/4 BA fin. LL. $325,000

800 Westwood, Maryville Big Reduction on 2 bedroom villa on walkout bsmt. w/2 car garage. $112,900

108 Sundown Ridge, Maryville Spacious 2 story neutral decor, vaulted ceiling, updated kit. Finished bsmt. $199,500

50 Sunray Dr., Highland Nicely updated 3 BR/3 BA 2 story brick home, main floor laundry. $159,000

138 Forest Haven Dr., Trenton Exotic Beauty! 3 BR/ 4 BA abounds with quality & luxury! $409,000

255 Canterbury Lane, Highland Lakefront, spacious 5 BR with updates. Gorgeous setting. $350,000

9114 VFW Road, Staunton Hunter/Nature Lovers--Here is your Home! 3 BR on 14+ acres. $247,900

1212 Mary Irene Dr., New Baden 4 BR on approx. .5 ac perfect for family & entertaining. $200,000

13253 Lee Road, Trenton Gorgeous 2 BR, 3 BA with a beautiful setting. $190,000

209 Mill St., St. Jacob Beautiful Home! Nice open floor plan in this 3 BR, 2 BA NC. $189,900

106 Herman St., Highland Like new 3 BR, 2 lots, main floor laundry! Heated garage. $165,000

624 Washington St., Highland Nice 4 BR with updates. Close to city square and shopping. $118,000

409 W. St. Louis St., Lebanon Located in Historic Lebanon. 4 BR many past & ongoing updates. $110,000

405 W. St. Louis St., Lebanon Conveniently located 2 BR, 2 BA w/walkout. Partially fenced yard. $85,900

1400 Oak St., Highland Immediate Occupancy. 3 BR with new flooring and other updates. $84,900

2565 Ivy Lane, Granite City 4 BR, 2 BA. Fenced yard. Large storage area in basement. $80,000

9114 N. North Ave., Fairview Hgts. Secluded, recently rehabbed 4 BR, 1/2 acre + backs to woods. $66,000

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EDWARDSVILLE, IL O'FALLON/SHILOH, IL

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FRESH NEW FLOOR PLAN with 4 BRs, 4 BAs, 2 fireplaces, hardwood floors, 8 foot island, and more! $539,900 Edwardsville PR100121 MICHELLE HEINLEIN (618) 781-2322

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EXCITING NEW floor plan in Ebbets Field! 5 bedrooms, 5 baths, 2 fireplaces & finished LL. $469,900 Edwardsville PR9526 MICHELLE HEINLEIN (618) 781-2322

SPACIOUS 4 bedroom, 4 bath 2 story, located in Homes of Center Grove. Screened porch. Close to park/schools. $289,900 Edwardsville PR100134 MICHELLE HEINLEIN (618) 781-2322

CLASSIC AND TRADITIONAL new construction with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, hardwood floors, numerous upgrades! $259,900 Glen Carbon PR100107 MICHELLE HEINLEIN (618) 781-2322

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CHARMING & COMFORTABLE 2 story with 3 BRs/3 BAs, finished LL, large lot w/deck & more! $235,000 Glen Carbon PR9892 MICHELLE HEINLEIN (618) 781-2322

BETTER THAN NEW split floor plan ranch with walkout lower level. Tons of upgrades! $230,000 Maryville PR9993 MICHELLE HEINLEIN (618) 781-2322

EXPECT TO BE IMPRESSED! Completely remodelled kitchen with gorgeous cabinets & granite counters. $222,900 Maryville PR100145 MICHELLE HEINLEIN (618) 781-2322

CHARMING & UPDATED 2 bedroom, 1 bath with remodeled kitchen and bath. $119,900 Edwardsville PR9996 MICHELLE HEINLEIN (618) 781-2322

B U N G A LOW B E AU T Y ! U p d a t e d a n d remodeled kitchen and bath, large rooms, oversized 2 car garage. $115,000 Collinsville PR100087 MICHELLE HEINLEIN (618) 781-2322

ALL BRICK TOWNHOUSE with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, private patio, on cul-de-sac, near SIUE. $109,900 Glen Carbon PR9836 MICHELLE HEINLEIN (618) 781-2322

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CUSTOM BUILT Craftsman style in Arbor Lake. 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, on over 1/2 acre lot. $579,900 Edwardsville PR100137 MICHELLE HEINLEIN (618) 781-2322

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EDWARDSVILLE, IL O'FALLON/SHILOH, IL

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CALLING ALL INVESTORS! Triplex with all having 1 bedroom, 1 bath, and fully rented. $87,500 Highland PR9861 MICHELLE HEINLEIN (618) 781-2322

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME! 1/2 +/acre lot near SIUE. Utilities available. $66,900 Edwardsville PR9914 MICHELLE HEINLEIN (618) 781-2322

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LOCATION, SCHOOLS, SHOPPING, bike trails, lake, all close! Call Today! $189,900 Edwardsville PR100034 LARRY COOPER (618) 971-9036

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DEAD END STREET, fenced yard, 2 bedroom, 1 bath, approx. 1,630 sq.ft. $140,000 Glen Carbon PR100050 LARRY COOPER (618) 971-9036

NICE - LOW MAINTAINANCE RANCH 1.25 acres. Offering 1200 sq. ft. of clean, just painted main floor. Large attached one car garage & main floor laundry. $104,900 Collinsville PR100079 LARRY COOPER (618) 971-9036

TAKE A LOOK NOW! Cleaned out, cleaned up, and fresh paint. Fireplace, 2 bedrooms, & on a deep lot. $82,500 Collinsville PR9888 LARRY COOPER (618) 971-9036

LOT OF HOUSE FOR THE MONE Y! Extensively rehabbed in 2008. Easy interstate access. $59,000 Caseyville PR9880 LARRY COOPER (618) 971-9036

COMPLETE REHAB IN 2005. Nice starter home all appliances stay, 2 bedroom, 1 bath. $54,000 Granite City PR100049 LARRY COOPER (618) 971-9036

BEAUTIFULLY REHABBED 2 BEDROOM HOME! 2 stained glass windows in living room, covered front porch, large storage shed & fenced back yard. $55,000 Granite City PR32528 BARB WYATT YUST (618) 407-3238

NEED SPACE? Large Bi-Level backs up to woods, Country Village Subdivision. $210,000 Troy PR100122 LARRY COOPER (618) 971-9036

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BUNGALOW-ST YLE near Historic Glen Carbon with 2 bedrooms, 1 bath and many updates. $99,500 Glen Carbon PR9917 MICHELLE HEINLEIN (618) 781-2322

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EDWARDSVILLE, IL GRANITE CITY, IL O'FALLON/SHILOH, IL

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Call for Barb's Best Buys! lEGaCy SubdiViSiOn! Exquisitely built custom ranch overlooking golf course. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage. Too many amenities to mention. $227,900 Granite City Pr100111 barb Wyatt yuSt (618) 407-3238

VEry niCE 5 BR, 4 Bath Home. Separate living arrangement for another parent, child, college student, or can be used as part of the regular household. Must see this one! $176,400 Granite City Pr100074 JanEt PartnEy (618) 570-9299

FantaStiC briCK COmbO that sits on a 2 acre lot. Home has 2 Master Suites & 4 baths. Marble flooring in large LR & DR. Dual heating & cooling. Large rear deck & 3 car attached garage. $210,000 Granite City Pr9968 JanEt PartnEy (618) 570-9299

yO u muSt SEE t h E imP rESSiVE dEtail of this home in Autumn Oaks Subdivision! Gourmet kitchen, 3 full baths, and 3 car garage. $345,000 maryville Pr100176 barb Wyatt yuSt (618) 407-3238

ECO-FriEndly Quality ranCh with 4 bedrooms, Bamboo wood floors, large lot custom finishes. $249,900 Glen Carbon Pr100052 ShEila COX (618) 593-7355

S Pa C i O u S 3 b E d r O O m r a n C h with hardwood floors in living & dining room, bedrooms & 2 car garage. $71,900 Staunton Pr100053 ShEila COX (618) 593-7355

GrEat hOmE On larGE lOt, updated kitchen, freshly painted, 4 BR, 3 Baths, 2 car garage, 2,368 sq.ft. $129,900 Granite City Pr100031 KarEn CurriEr (618) 616-6891

atrium ranCh 4 bedroom, 3 bath with sun room, plus finished lookout LL with FR, bedroom & bath. $399,900 Edwardsville Pr9871 ViCKi lOWry (618) 741-7178

Sit On dECK of this stylish 5 bedroom home and enjoy the privacy of the woods. $225,000 Collinsville Pr100172 "GiGi" Virta (618) 781-6875 Judy COnnOlly (618) 830-9899

immaCulatE 3 bedroom, 2 bath, LL finished, 2-car garage, many updates on 2 acres! $160,000 highland Pr100082 KarEn CurriEr (618) 616-6891

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SPlit 4 br, 3 bath home, walk-out to large wooded lot with creek in back. Open concept with vaulted ceiling, deck off dining area and 1st floor laundry, large master suite & master bath has separate jetted tub & shower, LL family room walks out to patio with beautiful view of the backyard. $235,900 maryville Pr32545 barb Wyatt yuSt (618) 407-3238

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In this 2008 image provided by Cliff Shackelford, Judy Shackelford works in her yard in Nacogdoches, Texas.

Tending drought-stricken yards By BETSY BLANEY Associated Press

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is featuring a “Drought Survival Kit” on its website that offers LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) — Texans residents, who are facing a forecast of watched disaster unfold slowly last year more dry weather, tips on how to landas a historic drought took a withering toll scape while reining in water consumption. across the region. Restrictions on outdoor watering Trees died by the millions, lawns and landscaping wilted, lakes shrank and hit Texas cities and towns hard in 2011 wildlife struggled. Water bills shot up. — the state’s driest year on record All of this, experts say, could be just the — and with another La Nina weather nudge homeowners across the Southwest pattern already in place, those limitaneed to do things differently in their tions will only deepen without ample rainfall. yards.

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4101282 - 5 bedroom, 4 bath - $309,000 Fantastic lake location! Five bedroom walkout ranch designed to blend with the main cove.

4101166 - 4 bedroom, 3 bath - $285,000 Immaculate 1 1/2 story home with 9 ft ceilings & nice open feeling. Kit w/42 inch cabinets.

4015436 – 4 bedroom, 4 bath - $245,000 Want it all, this house has it! Lakefront home with multi-tiered decks, covered patio.

4100607 – 3 bedroom, 3 bath - $244,000 Attractive 3,400 SF 1-story home offers popular & quality features plus great access to schools.

4101225 – 4 bedroom, 4 bath - $215,000 Great house on cul-de-sac with privacy behind. Hardwood floor entry. Formal dining.

4005282 – 3 bedroom, 3 bath - $187,500 This is the one you’ve been waiting for! List of features goes on and on, all it needs is you!

4101174 – 4 bedroom, 2 bath - $180,000 Immaculate home w/large maintenance free deck, wired for surround sound, nice pantry.

4014314 – 3 bedroom, 3 bath - $169,900 Move right into this home that boasts unique touches inside & out! Large fenced yard has above ground pool!

4007254 – 3 bedroom, 3 bath - $155,000 Nice, nice home, well maintained. large bedrooms and 3/4 master bath.

4015652 – 3 bedroom, 2 bath - $145,500 Private setting, in cul-de-sac, w/a great view. Large wooded, w/patio. Ideally located in Collinsville.

3013215 – 4 bedroom, 2 bath - $145,000 This house may need TLC but its a great house for the price! Large Jack & Jill type bath upstairs.

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4101102 – 3 bedroom, 2 bath - $119,900 This wonderful 1 story home has its original foundation (1960) w/new home put on 2010.

4013969 – 4 bedroom, 2 bath - $115,000 New thermal wrap & vinyl siding, new furnace & walk-out basement, 10 x 6’ front porch.

4100565 – 2 bedroom, 1 bath - $92,900 Don’t hesitate to make your appointment to view this lovely full brick ranch.

4100729 –2 bedroom, 1 bath - $89,900 Just starting or sizing down, don’t miss this move-in ready, full brick home on level lot.

2914366 – 1 bedroom, 1 bath - $85,000 Nice one bedroom with fenced yard. Large family room in basement.

4006073 – 1 bedroom, 1 bath - $85,000 Cozy one bedroom, with a living room could be used as a 2nd bedroom.

4014218 – 2 bedroom,2 bath - $82,700 Updated: gutters, flooring, A/C, paint and some windows. Large cedar, walk-in closet in basement.

4013957 – 2 bedroom, 1 bath - $64,000 Walk-out basement w/additional shower, w/1-car attached garage, 10 x 12 shed, 15’ 8” x 12’2” deck.

4008043 – 3 bedroom, 2 bath - $62,000 Upper floor has 2 BRs, spacious eat in kitchen that walks out to deck & backyard.

Lots and Acreage 4520 STATE ROUTE 159 - Glen Carbon - $1,250,000 - Approx. 1.4 acres at State Route 159 and Interstate 270. 8682 AIDAN WAY, Lot # 1 - Troy, IL - $72, 315 - Beautiful Lake lot in great subdivision! Must see! Build your dream home. XXX LANTERMAN RD - Bethalto - $750,000 - 40 Beautiful Acres. Currently in crops. Close to golf course, Southern Illinios University Edwardsville (SIUE) and highways. Great development opportunity! XXX STATE ROUTE 159 - Glen Carbon - $350,000 - Nice level potential commercial lot!

4100218 - 1 bedroom ,1 bath - $40,000 Nice house for the money. Sold “as is.” needs work. Work shop/utility rm/attached carport.

XXX PINEHURST CT, Lot # 266 - Collinsvilee - $90,000 - Beautiful 3 acre lot in Collingswood Subdivision. XXX LEBANON RD - Collinsville - $73,320 - Very secluded - rolling and some trees. 531 STATE ROUTE 4 - St. Jacob - $68,900 - Gently rolling site located on 3.68 acres in Triad school district. 947 BAUER RD - Troy, IL - $65,000 963 BAUER RD - Troy, IL - $65,000- Build a home in the country! Triad schools, nice homes surround this lot. 955 BAUER RD - Troy, IL - $65,000 - Beautiful land! Nice area. 400 MISSOURI - East St. Louis - $60,000 - Vacant lot in excellent location. 00 NEW DOUGLAS RD - New Douglas - $43,000 - Great corner lot! Possible walk-out! 338 BARGRAVES BLVD - Troy, IL - $27,000 - GREAT INTERSTATE ACCESS 28 W REYNOLD ST - Caseyville - $22,000 - Beautiful level lot, across from park. XXX HOWARD ST - Collinsville - $20,000 - Nice lot, for a possible walk-out basement. All utilities available.

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18 - Madison County Homes - March, 2012 - TheIntelligencer.com 1324 Troy Road Edwardsville, IL 62025 (618)656-9011 58 Airport Plaza Bethalto, IL 62010 618-377-2112

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274 STETSon dRIVE, hAmEL $214,900 mLS#4002050

4365 wAGnER RoAd, mARInE $249,900 mLS#3002143

nEw ConSTRUCTIon: Split B/R floor plan w/vaulted & tray ceilings, 9’ walls in look out basement, master bath w/garden tub & 4’ shower, large walk-in closets, gas fireplace, 3 car insulate garage, main floor laundry & maple cabinets, don whITEhEAd (618) 954-8000 or (618) 288-5578

LooKInG FoR moRE ELBow Room? Then you just found it in ths ranch home on 2 acres offering 2000 sq ft with 3 BR, 2 bA, Formal Dining, vaulted ceiling in Family Room, Kitchen & Breakfast area. Luxury Master Bath w/marble whirlpool tub. 9’ ceiling in full basement w/2 egress windows & plumbed for extra bath. don whITEhEAd (618) 954-8000 or (618) 288-5578

home: (618) 288-5578 Cell: (618) 954-8000 2719 mAdISon AVE., GRAnITE CITY $29,900 mLS#4101140

FEATURES 3 BR, 1 BA, walk up attic, enclosed front porch, new wiring & plumbing. Needs someone who is handy! Being sold as is. Cash or conventional buyers only. KAThY KREUTZBERG (618) 910-8044

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2819 mAdISon AVE., GRAnITE CITY $79,900 mSL#4015430

moVE-In REAdY! This all brick completely remodeled in the last 5 months. Too many updates to list!. Full basement has bonus room & the rest has ceiling and is partially floored just needs a wall to finish. Home is zoned B-1 & could be used as an office, off street parking would be required (per city). KAThY KREUTZBERG (618) 910-8044

820 mCGAUGhEY ST., woRdEn $289,000 mLS#4101020

621 dEVonShIRE dR., BELLEVILLE $74,900 mLS#4100568

mARThEL LAnE, CoLLInSVILLE $49,900 mLS#4003461

CUSTom ALL BRICK homE on 6.25 acres with pond! This home features 2 beds, 3 baths, DR & LR w/built-ins, see through gas FP, sun room , master bedroom w/glass door leading to deck overlooking pond. Main floor laundry, heated oversize 2 car garage with workshop, Geothermal heating & cooling. KAThY KREUTZBERG (618) 910-8044

REAdY To moVE-In & mAKE ThIS YoUR homE! 3 BR, 1 BA, main floor laundry, 1 car attached garage, sun room, 2 floored storage sheds ~ 1 with power, fenced back yard, lots of storage in garage & home. All appliances and curtains stay. Many Updates. Don’t wait this one won’t last long schedule your private tour today! KAThY KREUTZBERG (618) 910-8044

A GREAT PIECE oF LEVEL LAnd to build your dream home or divide & build 2-4 homes on. Parcel is 4 lots according to Madison County, located just outside of city limits, all utilities except sewer are in front of property. Neighboring properties are on aeration or septic. KAThY KREUTZBERG (618) 910-8044

929 RoLLInG mEAdowS, mARYVILLE $189,900 mLS#4012248

425 CooK AVEnUE, hAmEL $225,000 mLS#4012613

moVE In REAdY ~ Well maintained traditional 2 story, 3 bedrooms & 4 baths. Finished LL has family room, office area, hobby room & 1/2 bath. (Waterproofed with warranty). New flooring on main level, freshly painted throughout. Roof redone in 2010 w/ridge vent system, beautiful landscaping accented w/rubber mulch. Fenced back yard w/deck. Main floor laundry. Security system. KEVIn hUELSmAnn (618) 581-3211

wARmTh, ChARm & ELEGAnCE GREET YoU AT ThE EnTRY To ThIS oPEn & InVITInG FLooR PLAn. Generously sized main floor laundry. Master suite w/vaulted ceiling. Bath has separate tub & shower with walk-in closet. LL ready to be finished w/egress window & bath roughed in. Large 16x12 deck. Oversize 3 car garage. KEVIn hUELSmAnn (618) 581-3211

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3 LoTS on SToREY LAnE, ALTon - This is your opportunity to own one of the most beautiful sites in the Riverbend area! Rolling acreage, shared stocked lake, Bethalto schools. Come choose one & build your dream home! GARY oR ShELLY nIEmEIER 781-3814 or 781-3857


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Yards Continued from Page 11 Homeowners should start small, it says, creating a wildscape in one part of the yard and adding to it as weather and finances permit. Perennials are ideal in wildscapes, and newly planted native trees will need extra water at first. Avoid waterhogging grasses. “Anybody can do it, and you can do it on any size home,” said Kelly Bender, an urban wildlife biologist for the department. “Most people have some understanding of this. It’s just refining that understanding.” Putting in heartier native plants and vegetation brings yards alive with butterflies, hummingbirds and other birds. A wildscape provides food, water, shelter and space for wildlife to flee predators and raise their young. In Lubbock, Jackie Driskill, 62, advocates for native plants as president of the South Plains Chapter of the Texas Master Naturalists. She’s been putting in plants that can handle the heat and drought conditions for about a decade, and her property gets noticed, she said. “It’s kind of evolved from a typical yard to wildscaping,” she said. “We’re kind of an oddball in our area.” In Dallas, wildscapes have been planted in some public venues. Judy Meagher, a master gardener and

master naturalist, said volunteers tend to the wildscape next to the Museum of Natural History at Fair Park, but only infrequently because the space needs little care or water. Wildscapes “are critical in urban settings because we’ve stripped the wildlife habitat when we develop them, in most cases,” said Mark Klem, who handles certification of wildscapes for the Parks and Wildlife Department. With a limited amount of water and a state population expected to double by 2060, Texans need to make changes, Meagher said. Residents should use mulch to help retain soil moisture, and harvest rainwater off their roofs. “This is our chance,” she said. “This is an opportunity to make all the changes we’ve been needing to make. We are headed toward severe problems” as the population grows. The best time to plant is fall, but homeowners might want to check with a local nursery about what to plant as the drought persists. “What we’re going to see this summer is more severe cutbacks on water use from municipalities,” said the department’s water resource chief, Cindy Loeffler. “That’s going to force people to rethink their outdoor watering.” The kit offers hints for cutting water use inside and outside, including checking your home for leaks, taking shorter showers, and watering in the early morning when it’s cool and less windy.

1324 Troy Road Edwardsville, IL 62025 (618)656-9011 58 Airport Plaza Bethalto, IL 62010 618-377-2112

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509 N. WASHINGToN, BuNKER HILL $79,900 MLS#4012939

210 S. 7TH ST., WooD RIVER $114,900 MLS#4100753

BuSINESS/WAREHouSE SPACE includes 4 buildings and is great storage space with endless business opportunities! Agent Owned. Contact Gary to discuss all the details! GARY oR SHELLY NIEMEIER 781-3814 or 781-3857

(618) 781-3857 oR (618) 781-3814

ToTALLY REHABBED HoME but still maintains charm from 1920’s w/hardwood floors, stained glass, built-ins & woodwork. Lots of square footage for the money. Large rooms & glassed in front porch for those lazy evenings. Lots of room to roam inside & out! Must see this one inside! Easy interstate access! GARY oR SHELLY NIEMEIER 781-3814 or 781-3857

6968 GuSHING SPRINGS, EDW. REDuCED To $199,900 MLS#2904360

423 DoNNEWALD, WoRDEN $167,000 MLS#4012788

1602 WAIKIKI DRIVE, WoRDEN $233,900 MLS#4011888

SECLuDED CouNTRY SETTING - great property for recreational activities. This maintenance free home is situated on a 5 acre wooded lot. 3 BR, 4 BA, partially finished LL. GARY oR SHELLY NIEMEIER 781-3814 or 781-3857

DoN’T MISS THIS oPPoRTuNITY! 3 BR, 2 BA home w/extra lot & new 12 x 24 storage shed. This home is super clean & ready to move in... The basement is plumbed for another bath & would be a perfect place to finish into a large family room. Quiet well kept neighborhood. Come see this home for yourself! GARY oR SHELLY NIEMEIER 781-3814 or 781-3857

LARGE HoME W/ WALKouT LL on the lake in a country setting on end of the cul-de-sac. 4 BR, 3 full BA, Ample room in the LL for extended family or entertaining. Open floor plan, large rear deck overlooking the lake. GARY oR SHELLY NIEMEIER 781-3814 or 781-3857

SHELLY AND GARY NIEMEIER Call them with your Buying or Selling Needs!


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COLLINSVILLE - Ext. 10094 CHARMING 2 bedroom condo with private laundry room!

TROY - Ext. 10334 EXQUISITE 4 BEDROOM new construction with 3 car garage!


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LOCATION ThAT IS CONVENIENT TO EVErYThING! Cozy home w/nice upgrades/updates. 3 BR. Huge family room with a bar in the lower level with a possible 4th bedroom. FOr FrEE 24 hr rECOrDED INFO & PrICE CALL 800-741-8652 EXT 1006 Or BrAD hUFFMAN 618-741-8552

GOrGEOUS 5 BEDrOOM hOME. Full basement, fully applianced kitchen, FREE home warranty, and lots more. FOr FrEE 24 hr rECOrDED INFO & PrICE CALL 800-741-8652 EXT 1076 Or JENNIFEr GrAY 618-477-1363

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1331 THEODORE AVE., COLLINSVILLE TOTALLY MOVE-IN rEADY! 3BR/2BA that has been recently updated. Covered deck porch & fenced rear yard w/ 2nd patio. Cozy fireplace. Full bsmt. w/9ft. ceilings. $169,900 CALL SUSAN JO COKEr (618) 444-2671

204 POWELL, TROY TrULY A MUST SEE! 3BR/2BA w/beautiful woodwork throughout. Updated kitchen, newer furnace & air conditioning. Loft. 2.5 car garage. Fenced yard. Much more! $150,000 CALL KrIS SChMITT (618) 444-2289

EDWArDSVILLE - LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! 4BR/ 3BA home close to parks, bike trails, shopping and Montclaire public pool. Lots of recent updates. Large corner lot. FOr FrEE 24 hr rECOrDED INFO & PrICE CALL JIM rEPELL 888-351-1897 EXT 1109

FLEXIBILITY AND CONVENIENCE are watchwords in this 1 1/2 story 2 bedroom mixed-use residence situated on a corner lot. Studio on upper level. Zoned for business! Mulit-year home warranty available. FOr FrEE 24 hr rECOrDED INFO & PrICE CALL 800-891-9920 EXT 1004

ChArMING & SPACIOUS 3BR/3BA home in desirable subdivision. Move-in ready! Full walkout basement and a deck with a view of a private wooded lot. FOr FrEE 24 hr rECOrDED INFO & PrICE CALL 800-891-9920 EXT 1034

325 KIMBERLIN, TROY MOVE-IN rEADY! 3BR featuring many updates. Large 20x10 storage shed. Gated deck & patio. Large ktichen. $113,900 CALL JAN ALONS (618) 781-2511

5701 DAUDERMAN, ALHAMBRA rArE FIND ON 5 BEAUTIFUL ACrES! This 2BR/2BA with heated 2 car garage & full basement also offers a four-seasons sun-room, 2 FPs & an additional storage building. $210,000 CALL LINDA rAYhO OF ThE LANDING TEAM (618) 779-2980

30 FOXMOOR, MARYVILLE EXCEPTIONAL hOME IN FOX MILL ESTATES! 4BR/4BA with a unique floor plan. Oversized master suite w/sitting room and luxury bath. Professionally finished LL. 3 car garage. $311,000 CALL SUSAN LANDING OF ThE LANDING TEAM (618) 779-7777

121 WESTWOOD, COLLINSVILLE ADOrABLE & WELL MAINTAINED 3BR/2BA with finished basement. Huge laundry area w/extra storage. Private, wooded backyard & extra off-street parking. Lots of updates make this a great buy! $120,000 CALL LINDA rAYhO OF ThE LANDING TEAM (618) 779-2980

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lInCOln KnOllS all brick ranch with finished walkout basement. 5BR/4BA, 3,702 sq/ft finished. Main level laundry room. Large master suite with his/her closets, bath w/ jetted tub and separate shower. Split floor plan with Jack & Jill bath. www.KASTen.BIz $310,000

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Freshen up your home this spring (ARA) - Warmer temperatures, green grass and increased daylight help shake off the winter blues and inspire home and yard improvements to spruce up your surroundings. Whether you’re remodeling to stay put, or putting your home on the market, consider home improvement and design trends as you plan your renovation projects. Add bold, bright colors Need a color boost? Fresh color recommendations from the Pantone Color Institute include Tangerine Tango, Solar Power, Bellflower and Cabaret. Try adding a splash of these vivid hues to help alter your mood and boost vitality and enthusiasm. Repaint a wall, bookcase or front door for a bold color burst. Or sprinkle splashes of color with new covers for patio furniture, area rugs, pillows or window treatments. Go green, save green Among the top green home trends from buildipedia.com is renovating to reduce your home’s heating and cooling load. Add more insulation in the walls,

roof and floors or seal up leaks or install new windows and doors. Look for ENERGY STAR-qualified products that help lower your home’s energy consumption, and in turn, your utility bills. Low-maintenance Pella 350 Series vinyl windows and patio doors feature a premium look in an energy-saving design that is the most energy-efficient product line the company offers. Energize your entry No time for major renovations? Weekend projects, like installing a new front door to welcome guests to dinners, graduations and get-togethers, can transform your entryway with minimal hassle and cost. Consider installing a 36-inch-wide entry door to add more room to maneuver. Whether you’re carrying a baby or a bag of groceries, or need extra space for a wheelchair or walker, wider entry doors are ideal for nearly any home - especially multigenerational ones. Today’s hottest entry door trends revolve around styles, materials and per-

formance. “The Craftsman style remains a popular choice for entry doors,” says Steve Brenizer, product marketing manager for Pella Windows and Doors. “Rustic door styles with hinge straps and clavos that create a distinctive look are also standouts. And customizing with decorative glass to let in natural light without sacrificing privacy, or adding decorative grilles are also sought-after style options.” Fiberglass is in When it comes to exterior doors, fiberglass is surging in popularity, Brenizer says. “Fiberglass entry doors look like an authentic wood door, without the ongoing maintenance needs of wood,” he adds. “Plus, fiberglass offers exceptional energy efficiency, weather resistance and outstanding durability to resist dents and dings.” New fiberglass Pella entry doors push industry performance standards to new levels. Their dual-seal technology provides two layers of protection to help block out the damaging effects of extreme wind and rain.


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Ways to brighten your bathroom (ARA) - Dreaming about a bathroom remodel? With today’s easy-to-install products - many of which are also easyto-clean - your new bathroom can actually exceed your wildest dreams. What could be better than an easy-to-clean new bathroom? Here are some tips to bring your dream bathroom to life in less time and for less money than you might think: No tools toilet replacement: The American Standard No Tools Toilet is so easy to install, it doesn’t even require specialty tools. Everything you need is right in the box, along with simple, illustrated instructions. Whether you’re a do-it-yourselfer, or direct-it-yourselfer, easy-to-install innovations make bathroom remodels speedy and simple, while reducing the possibility of delays from installation errors. Color confidence: The Pantone Color of the Year for 2012 is “Tangerine Tango,” continuing a trend toward brighter, happier colors. Paint is one of the easiest and least costly ways to completely

change a bathroom. Donna Frasca, an interior designer and color specialist who blogs at ColorSpecialist-Charlotte. Blogspot.com, recommends coordinating with colors that are already in the room. “Look at the colors that are in your tile,” Frasca says. “Do you see a lot of yellows? Does your tile look more gray? Sometimes all you have to do is just pick one color that matches your tile to tie in the look of your bathroom.” Not ready to do the Tangerine Tango all over your bathroom? Go neutral on the walls and add pops of color with towels, rugs or a shower curtain to create an attractive, finished look. Easy accessorizing: Faucets are like jewelry for your bathroom, so they should be easy to update as styles and fashions change. Look for the wide variety of faucets that come with a pre-assembled Speed Connect drain that has just four parts instead of 14. No special tools or plumber’s putty

required. The drain seals tightly so water stays in the sink. The lift rod comes preset to the correct height and never comes loose. Fabulous finish: Warmer finishes such as oil-rubbed bronze make an instant style statement, tied together through lighting, cabinet hardware and faucets. A whimsical light switch cover in a complementary finish offers a beautiful and unexpected touch. Go easy on cleaning: Spend more time enjoying your new bathroom and less time cleaning. Real Simple magazine recommends a semigloss paint for bathrooms, because it is resistant to humidity and staining, as well as easy to clean. Toilets with an EverClean surface incorporate a patented antimicrobial agent to inhibit the growth of mold and mildew, while the smooth, mirrorlike finish helps keep surfaces cleaner. EverClean whirlpools feature an exclusive whirlpool circulation system that protects pipes and fittings from mold and mildew, and it never wears off.

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TRiAD SCHOOLS! Spacious walkout home on 2 wooded acres! 5BR/4BA, finished LL incl. workshop w/service door to backyard, oversized garage holds 4 cars tandem, patio & deck. $295,000 #C3449 JAN MOORE 779-4518

NEwER viNYL-SiDED RANCH has open floor plan, newer laminate flooring. Kitchen incl. all appliances & work island. 3BR/2BA, large deck & fenced back yard. $114,900 #C3448 MARY pORTER 792-0550

OLD CHARM with many updates! Move-in condition on 1 +/- acre corner lot. Most original woodwork, stained glass & front door. Replacement windows, wraparound covered porch. $119,900 #T3435 JAN MOORE 779-4518

METiCULOUS 2-story in desirable Rolling Meadows Subd. 3 BR/2 1/2 BA, many updates. All appliances stay. Large yard has gazebo & shed. Oversized 2 car garage & extra parking. $159,900 #M3428 MARY pORTER 792-0550

ENJOY ALL THE CONvENiENCES of living in Autumn Oaks & being close to shopping, golf course, hospital, interstates & much more! 3BR/2BA, 3 car garage. $239,900 #M3415 ROZANNE OR biLL HUNTER 781-4031 or 830-9798

3bR/3bA, one story home in Troy! Beautiful hardwood floors, cathedral ceiling & fireplace in living room. Lower level is great for entertaining. $179,900 #T3403 ROZANNE OR biLL HUNTER 781-4031 or 830-9798

CUSTOM viLLA w/ExTENSivE UpGRADES, open floor plan, split BRs, FPL, w/o LL & fenced yard backs to wooded area. Shopping, dining & hwy access nearby. $189,900 #C3390 Possible Lease Option! DiANE MALENCH 779-7701

LOTS OF UpDATES! 3 BR home w/ det'd 2 car garage. New laminate, carpet & tile floors; oil rubbed bronze lights, water heater & furnace '07; A/C '10; HSA home warranty. $92,500 #CA3387 SHARON JONES 558-7191

* NORTH COLLiNSviLLE * 3 bedroom HOME in desirable subdivision. 2.5 baths, family room, oversized 2 car garage. Available Now. $134,900 #C3372 kAREN McCONNELL 530-6761

CiTY iNSpECTiON COMpLETE; Ready for Quick Closing. Beautiful hardwood floors, newer roof & siding, corner lot w/partially fenced yard, oversized garage. Home Warranty. $89,900 #wR3347 DiANE MALENCH 779-7701

* COLLiNSviLLE * FULL bRiCk * WalkOut Lower Level. 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, 2 Fireplaces, Family Room, 2 Bonus Rooms & More! $154,900 #C3298 kAREN McCONNELL 530-6761

wELL MAiNTAiNED HOME on large corner lot - over 1/2 Acre - Great room w/vaulted ceiling, wood-burning FP & deck access. 3BR/3BA, fenced yard. $149,500 #M3105 SANDi LEwiS 304-4800

FARMHOUSE ON 5.3 +/- ACRES with huge 3 story barn. City water + private well. Beautiful rolling acreage backs to bike trail. Sold "As Is". Edwardsville $189,876 #E2932 DiANE MALENCH 779-7701

LOw MAiNTENANCE LiviNG. $500 gift card offered to buyer of this beautiful condo w/garage & lot parking, balcony overlooks peaceful greenspace, add'l storage & home warranty! $66,900 #C2836 DiANE MALENCH 779-7701

2 bLOCkS FROM wiLSON pARk! 2BR/1BA home features a large living/dining room combo. Sunroom, full basement, oversized det'd garage and fenced back yard add to the value! $50,500 #GR3451 JOY wOFFORD 792-6790

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A new faucet plays a vital role in a kitchen makeover.

Tips for kitchen makeovers Upgrading the kitchen is on many homeowners’ “to do” list. And for good reason. A minor kitchen remodel ranks fourth on the list of the top 10 home improvement projects that deliver return on investment, according to Remodeling magazine’s 2010-11 Cost vs. Value Report. But whether you’re in it for the investment, or just to freshen up the space in your home where people spend the most time, a new kitchen look could be a fun, impactful improvement to your house. Some may start with a weekend project and a $40 can of paint, while others will jump into a $50,000-plus remodel. Either way, one thing is for sure - you can’t go wrong with a beautiful, highly functional kitchen. A simple refresh If time or budget constraints limit you to changing just a few basic elements of the kitchen, focus on things that make the most impact. Even novice do-it-yourself homeowners can complete

many of these items on their own: • Paint the walls. Painting always tops the to-do list when a mini makeover is in order. It’s an affordable, high-impact way to change the decor of a kitchen. If you’re not changing out cabinets or countertops, be sure to select a color that complements those major elements. • Add new accessories. Switching out the small decor details in a kitchen can make the room feel entirely new. Maybe it’s replacing bar stools at the island, reupholstering pillows or a bench cushion, or even hanging a few new pieces of art or photos on the wall. • Change the faucet. Often underestimated, the kitchen faucet has a lot of influence in the overall style of the room. Choosing a more up-to-date pull-down or pull-out faucet not only improves the look of the room, but can add significant convenience and functionality.

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$479,500 - GLEN CARBON BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM-BUILT ATRIUM RANCH with oversized 3 car garage and tree-lined lot. Expansive windows, vaulted great room, gas fireplace, gourmet island kitchen with maple cabinets, bayed breakfast area, columned sunroom with arch windows and cathedral ceiling, split BRs, laundry center, party-size patio, finished walk-out LL includes gas fpl, family rm, 2 bedrooms & bath. Call for list of upgrades!

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Kitchens Continued from Page 28 “Faucets in the kitchen are much more than what they used to be,” says Kevin McJoynt of Danze, a manufacturer of decorative plumbing faucets and fixtures. “They play an important role in setting the decor and focal points of any kitchen.” A full remodel Homeowners throughout the country are staying in their homes longer than they once did. Because of that, significant remodeling projects tend to rise to the top of the priority list. If you’re in it for the long haul (or even to ensure you get that return on investment), a complete kitchen remodel could be for you. When the entire room footprint is your canvas, the possibilities are exciting. While a contractor is recommended for most of these projects, make sure you’re involved in exploring the options that will help you use this space as wisely as possible (yet provide beautiful decor in the process): • Install display shelves. This hot kitchen trend is an eye-catching alternative to hanging wall cabinets. Taking down cabinets is a pretty simple task for two and hanging the shelves is even easier.

• Evaluate the flow of the workspaces. Adding more water sources to your room could improve efficiency and ease. Consider a simple, yet beautiful faucet on the island for prep, a pot filler by the stove to help while cooking, and a hard-working faucet at the main sink for clean-up. • Mix and match your surfaces. Replacing countertops is one of the most noticeable changes to any kitchen venue. Quartz surfaces are a popular choice, providing a unique combination of quality, hygiene and a look of natural stone. Selecting a lighter color surface for the perimeter and a darker, bolder color for the island is a great way to add another design element to the room. “With today’s growing popularity in cooking and a rise in the number of at-home chefs, kitchen flow and workspace needs are critical aspects to consider when completely remodeling your kitchen,” adds McJoynt. “The sink and faucet choices for each of these areas can play a big role in the functionality and enjoyment of the space.” Manufacturers such as Danze offer a wide range of faucet styles in various functional designs, according to McJoynt. So, whether you’re looking to enhance a traditional decor, add sleekness to a contemporary professional-grade room, or something in between, leveraging faucets and other elements can help set the tone for the entire room. To learn more about the beauty and variety of Danze, visit danze.com.

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2231 CLINTON GRANITE CITY 725 OSBORN COLLINSVILLE Spacious 4BR/3BA brick bi-level. Open Nice 4BR home on double lot. Updated flr plan on upper level. LL family rm, roof, siding, windows, HVAC. Bsmt FP. Deck off kitchen. w/workshop, bonus rm. $149,900 Roger Reiff $109,000 Georgia Wilde

819 POWELL COLLINSVILLE Charming updated ranch! Updated windows, siding, roof, furnace, carpet, ceramic tile, & BA in 2005. $103,500 Judie Jackson

114 KINGSBROOKE, GLEN CARBON Gorgeous atrium w/view of woods. Over 3900sqft, 4BR/3BA, open flr plan, hrdwd flrs. W/O bsmt, 3C gar. $295,000 Rose Flamuth

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12 JOHNSON PL. BELLEVILLE Watch deer on 1 1/2 ac wooded lot. Fresh paint. Roof, soffit, fascia & gutters in 2011. New carpet, refin wd flrs. $99,900 Rose Flamuth

229 SuMMIT AVE. GLEN CARBON Adorable 2BR in Historic Glen Carbon. New kitch, BA, thermal windows & fresh paint. Sun rm. $99,700 Janell Schmittling

618 ASHLAND AVE., GRANITE CITY Cute N Clean 3 BR/2 BA. Eat in kitchen. Lg. closets. Oversized 2 car garage. Updates. $95,000 Hanni Henry

17108 SPORTSMAN CLuB RD., CARLYLE Enjoy the lake lifestyle! 3BR/2BA mobile home. Built-in microwave & dishwasher. Formal dining, deck. $89,900 Judie Jackson

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411 S. FIRST ST. CASEYVILLE 916 CALIFORNIA AVE., COLLINSVILLE 3BR/2BA Victorian Charmer. Ornate Cute & spacious updated 2BR/1.5BA. FP. Milled woodwork, wood floors. Full open floor plan. Finished w/o bsmt. bsmt, det gar & crprt. Roberta Ecker $84,900 Pat Denney $81,500

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1040 LAFAYETTE CT. COLLINSVILLE Newly updated 1st floor condo! New stove, refrigerator, furnace. Water heater 5 yrs. Undergrd parking w/storage. $41,900 Judie Jackson

1621 LINDELL GRANITE CITY Great brick 2BR home w/updated kitchen + thermal windows. Will have new roof & updated electric. $79,900 Judy Browning

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2 WINTERGREEN GLEN CARBON Quiet neighborhood! 3BR's, Vaulted ceiling in living rm. Formal dining rm, C/A, and patio.. $43,000 Judie Jackson

2446 LOGAN ST GRANITE CITY Great fixer upper! 3 BRs on double l ot needs some TLC. Has newer roof & updated electric. $34,900 Judy Browning

416 5TH ST. CASEYVILLE Maintenance free. 2 BRs. Family rm & wet bar in fin LL. Breezeway. Lots of storage. $74,500 Pat Schaeffer

1219 WASHINGTONAVE. MADISON Fenced 3BR single-story. Many updates, thermal glass, central air. Garage. By park. $69,900 Judy Browning

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302 & 304 ESTATE DR. O'FALLON $69,900 in gross annual income. 2 buildings, 4 units each, 2BR/1BA. Fenced parking. $487,200 Rose Flamuth

5429 MARYVILLE RD., GRANITE CITY Priced for quick sale! Small grocery store & restaurant, + two 2BR appts. Great location. Income opportunity. $109,000 Judy Browning

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