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Little progress by union, board Mendota grade school teachers reiterate Oct. 16 strike date By Craig Sterrett NEWS EDITOR

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You can’t see his face, but Jacob Aubry of rural Utica isn’t happy. Aubry stands near a large wet hole on a field he cultivates near East 16th and North 31st roads northwest of Ottawa, which he described as the soggiest of the fields he tends. On the cusp of harvest, farmers don’t need wet holes and there may be more rain on the way. This photo was taken by a drone operated by Utica Fire Protection District, which is licensed by the Federal Aviation Administration.

A (w)hole lot of water going on To the unsuspecting motorist, the fields look fine. But hidden behind those neat rows of corn are big, sloppy ponds By Tom Collins

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Did your driver-ed instructor warn you against driving across flooded roads? Then it should come as no surprise that farmers aren’t supposed to run machines through standing water, either. And on the cusp of harvest, that’s a problem: Fields in the Illinois Valley are teeming with wet holes too big for harvesters to pass through. Farmers anticipate playing dodge’em at the wheel if their fields don’t dry up soon. Drive down a highway or country road and the field edges may appear healthy to the untrained eye; but farmers such as Jacob Aubry of rural Utica said deeper inside those fields are

ponds too large to cross, even in a large combine. “We farm throughout the county and it’s hard to find fields without wet holes in them,” lamented Aubry, who’s farmed about 15 years and has never seen such widespread standing water. “I personally haven’t seen such a challenging year.” Ron Chalus has been at it longer than Aubry and he’s never seen fields this soaked, either. Wet holes would be an unhappy sight under the best of circumstances, but Chalus is worried because the clock is ticking. Corn and beans aren’t quite ready for harvest but soon will be, and that means farmers have a tight window for fields to dry out before firing up the heavy machinery.

Fields were soggy even before the Sept. 27-28 deluge. The last thing farmers needed was rain, much less the weekend deluge that swelled the Illinois River by a staggering 9 feet. “This is a bad time to get 5 or 6 inches of rain,” Chalus said. “I’ve never seen water this heavy on the fields on Oct. 1 — never. “It could be a bad harvest if we get even average rain.” To avoid a bad harvest, farmers need the National Weather Service to be wrong — very wrong. Forecasters are calling for rain (60% chance) today and Saturday, and with only limited sunlight to dry out fields. Even farmers who weren’t pounded with weekend rain are eyeing the calendar a little ner-

vously. Doug Stockley farms in Earl and Freedom townships and he got 3½ inches over the weekend. That’s less than was recorded in southern La Salle County, for example, but coupled with recent rainfalls his fields also are dotted with huge puddles. He, too, needs a dry spell that isn’t in the 10-day outlook. “My soybeans aren’t ready to be harvested yet, even if it weren’t muddy, and my corn is split between almost-ready to be harvested and not ready to be harvested,” Stockley said. “I wouldn’t be able to able to get in for at least another week or two, weather permitting, and rain is in the forecast again. “This wet weather is not helpSee WATER Page A2

AG to Mendota: Where’s the answer to the July complaint? Act on July 15? The Illinois Attorney General’s Office asked the city for more information 10 weeks ago and never got any. Now, an assistant to attorney By Tom Collins general Kwame Raoul said she NEWSTRIBUNE SENIOR REPORTER wants the overdue information next week. Did the Mendota City Council Monday, a deputy attorney violate the state Open Meetings general issued a second request

Mayor said it was an oversight

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for information from mayor David Boelk and city clerk Emily McConville, reminding them of a July 24 request for information that was never answered. Boelk, after seeing the Monday correspondence, said the meeting was the result of an oversight and that the matter was overzealously pursued by a

former reporter. Illinois law requires any majority of members gathered in one place constitutes a meeting and therefore is subject to the Open Meetings Act. The Act requires an agenda be posted 48 hours before the actual meeting. See COMPLAINT Page A2

Secretary of state acknowledges he was on Trump call at center of impeachment probe By The Associated Press Staff

WASHINGTON (AP) — Secretary of State Mike Pompeo acknowledged Wednesday he was on the July phone call between President Donald Trump and Ukraine’s president that’s at the center of the House impeachment inquiry. But Pompeo continued to push back against what he said was Democrats’ “bullying and intimidation.” The Trump administration has set a defiant tone, resisting Congress’ access to impeach-

ment witnesses, even as House Democrats warned such efforts themselves could amount to an impeachable offense. Pompeo has tried to delay five current and former officials from providing documents and testimony in the inquiry that could lead to charges against Trump. But Democrats were able to set closed-door depositions for Thursday for former special envoy to Ukraine Kurt Volker and next week for ousted U.S. Ambassador Marie Yovanovitch. Pompeo acknowledged at a

news conference in Rome on Wednesday that “I was on the phone call” on July 25 between Trump and the Ukraine president, saying that as America’s chief diplomat he was wellversed in U.S. policy toward Ukraine. But he continued to sound a defiant note on the House impeachment probe, asserting that House investigators contacted “State Department employees directly” and told them not to contact State Department See PROBE Page A2

MENDOTA — A 10-day notice of an intent to strike now faces the Mendota Grade School Board after not reaching a settlement with the teachers’ union Tuesday. “The strike date for the Association is set for Oct. 16,” Brandon Scheppers, Mendota Education Association co-president, said in a press release issued at 9:24 p.m. Tuesday. “As of this writing, no date has been set for the next mediation session. The association will be holding a meeting with its members to inform them of the most recent proposals. We are hopeful the mediator will be contacting us soon to bring us back to the table.” The full school board met in its board room in Northbrook School, the teachers union members gathered in a separate room, and the federal mediator walked between rooms during negotiations. The session lasted just under 3½ hours. SALARY AND INSURANCE School board president Sean Pappas said the board “has offered movement” in the salary schedule and is “still willing to offer” to pay 85% of the costs of insuring teachers’ family members. That insurance offer does not match the union’s request, and has not yet changed. As previously reported, the Mendota district does not pay 100% of the retirement payment into the state Teachers Retirement System, unlike many neighboring school districts, but many of those districts either pay nothing or 50% toward insurance for teachers’ family members. Pappas said, technically, the teachers could strike on Tuesday, Oct. 15 — 14 days after the board sent its offer from last night to the Education Labor Relations Board — but teachers still are using the Oct. 16 date. Pappas said the board and mediator are offering to meet Oct. 9 and 10. “The board is willing to continue to meet to resolve the strike before Oct. 16,” Pappas stated in a press release. “We are still hopeful that a resolution can be reached.” NEW ISSUE: HOW MANY PEOPLE IN THE CONTRACT? The board and MEA encountered a new obstacle in their negotiations: They do not yet agree on the number of teachers in the contract, according to press releases from both the union and the board. At one point, the mediator called together a smaller group of negotiators from the two sides, See TEACHERS Page A4

GOING PUBLIC: Board lists names of teachers, what they’d be paid under new offer. Sean Pappas

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yers for advice. The escalating exchange of accusations signaled yet another stiﬀening in the confrontation between the executive and legislative branches amid the Democrats’ launching of the impeachment inquiry late last week. That followed a national security whistleblower’s disclosure of Trump’s phone call seeking help from the new Ukrainian president in investigating Democratic political rival Joe Biden and Biden’s son Hunter.

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It also requires minutes to be taken during the meeting. The NewsTribune alleged a violation of the Open Meetings Act. A week later, the AG’s office asked Mendota for additional information and, “We have determined

2 women indicted for federal counts for allegedly damaging pipeline equipment DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Two women accused of damaging valves and setting ﬁre to construction equipment along an oil pipeline that crosses Iowa and three other states have been indicted on federal charges in the case, federal prosecutors said Tuesday. A grand jury on Sept. 19 indicted Jessica Reznicek and Ruby Montoya, both of Des Moines, on nine counts each, U.S. Attorney for Iowa Marc Krickbaum said in a news

that further action is warranted.” McConville said she never saw the AG’s original request for information dated July 24. “The ﬁrst time I saw it was Monday,” McConville said. “I’m working on it (a reply) as we speak.” McConville further noted the July 24 request was emailed only to Boelk, not to her.

release. The two face federal charges of conspiracy to damage an energy facility, four counts of use of fire in the commission of a felony, and four counts of malicious use of fire. The women are accused of damaging the valves and setting fire to earth-moving equipment at different times from 2016 into 2017. That includes machinery found extensively damaged by fire in August 2016 located at three oil pipeline construction sites in cen-

The possible violation of the Open Meeting Act was reported July 16. A day earlier, the Mendota City Council was scheduled to meet at 6:30 p.m.; but a quorum had gathered approximately one hour earlier and with no notes being taken of the discussion. Boelk told a NewsTribune reporter then he needed the extra

tral Iowa near Newton, Reasnor and Oskaloosa. If convicted, Reznicek and Montoya each face decades in prison. The women released a statement in 2017 claiming they had burned construction machinery, cut through pipe valves with a torch and set ﬁres with gasoline, rags and tires along the Dakota Access pipeline route. The $3.8 billion pipeline crosses North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa and Illinois.

time to sign bills that wouldn’t be approved by the council until the oﬃcial meeting at 6:30 p.m. McConville, at the time, told the reporter there was no violation because there was no action taken. Tom Collins can be reached at (815) 220-6930 or TCollins@shawmedia. com. Follow him on Twitter @NT_Court.

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ing the situation, that’s for sure.” Spring planting got off to such a slow start that Chalus couldn’t recall a later or worse start since 1970, mere months after Neil Armstrong walked on the moon. “It was a tough enough time getting it planted, but we may be looking at a tougher time trying to get it harvested,” Chalus said. “We’re in uncharted territory here.” “Uncharted” is a good word for 2019 as a whole. Farmers are accustomed to fickle weather and nasty surprises, but this season has dealt a nearly relentless stream of adverse conditions. A wet spring begat an exceptionally late planting season that has bedeviled farmers ever since. Crops couldn’t benefit from many of the longest days of summer, when farmers bank on extended sunlight to spur critical growth. Late summer brought five weeks of dry weather that baked North Central Illinois into near-drought conditions (Marshall County was plunged into full-on drought) before last

weekend’s deluge. Retired Illinois state climatologist Jim Angel issued some troubling data about the Sept. 27-29 rainfall across North Central Illinois, reporting seven-day totals of 5-10 inches across the Illinois Valley counties and a reading from Minonk of 9½ inches — a volume that we shouldn’t hit very often. Angel said a 1-in-100odds storm should, according to a 1989 study, bring 6.59 inches in northeast Illinois. In a 2019 study the odds of that are now 1-in50 “meaning it’s twice as common as before and due to our change to a wetter climate with more heavy rain events.” The upshot is farmers already faced with mud and standing water now are locked in a race against time hoping to avoid frost. Farmers who’ve endured their share of headaches this season can scarcely think of a worse way to ﬁnish the growing season. “It’s deﬁnitely the toughest season I can remember,” said Stockley, who’s farmed 20 years. Tom Collins can be reached at (815) 220-6930 or TCollins@shawmedia.com. Follow him on Twitter @NT_Court.

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BRIEFS Hike for a Cure returns Sunday to Starved Rock Hike for a Cure will be Oct. 6 starting at the Back Door Lounge at Starved Rock Lodge. Four guided tours will be at 9 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 10 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Hikers can also take their own personal hike to the top of Starved Rock in support of a cure for breast cancer. A $20 donation includes a T-shirt, light breakfast, and a HOPE stone to carry on the hike. Walk-ins are welcome for a $15 donation. Register at www. starvedrocklodge.com or by calling (815) 220-7386. A pre-party is planned for Saturday, Oct. 5 on the Veranda at Starved Rock Lodge. There will be live music from 8-11 p.m. and pink drinks will be available with a portion of the proceeds added to the Lodge’s donation. Raffle baskets will be on display and tickets will also be sold for $1 each.

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Gambling stat: We’re No. 3 La Salle County stays prominent in ‘video gaming’ rankings By Brett Herrmann

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La Salle County moved up a spot in the rankings for top earning counties in Illinois for video gaming. The Illinois Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability recently released its Wagering in Illinois 2019 update, which places La Salle County in the No. 3 spot of Net Terminal Income per capita. That means there was $321 of income earned from machines in La Salle County for every one person in the county. The county finished behind Effingham and Macon counties respectively. The timeframe covers the past fiscal year, June 1, 2018-May 31, 2019. Last year, La Salle County had

the No. 4 ranking but surpassed Washington County this year, according to the report. La Salle County was ranked fourth in 2017 and 2016 as well. Bureau County ranked 35th in net terminal income per capita this year, up from 39th in 2018. Putnam County was in the No. 70 spot, up from No. 71 in 2018. As for overall earnings, La Salle County was just outside of the top 10 at No. 11 earning $36.6 million in fiscal year 2019. On the other end of the spectrum, Putnam County was in the bottom 10, sitting at No. 93 of 102 counties earning a total of $0.9 million. The lowest was Hardin County with $0.2 million.

in machines per capita. But that does not mean there are fewer. They are just expanding at a slower rate than other counties. La Salle County ranked No. 4 with 0.93% of machines per capita, or about one per every hundred people. Last year the county held the No. 2 ranking, but with a lower percentage at 0.89%. This year La Salle County sits behind Christian and Jo Daviess counties and last year’s No. 1 Washington County, which remained on top. Bureau County came in at the No. 8 spot just behind Marshall County, and Putnam County ranked in at No. 15. Bureau moved up from 13th place last year and Putnam County moved WHO HAS THE MOST MACHINES? up from No. 34. While La Salle climbed the As for the overall number rankings in revenue, it dropped of machines, La Salle County

ranked eight with 1,056 machines, Bureau County ranked 31 st with 276 machines and Putnam County was just outside the bottom ten at No. 90 with 43 machines. Note: No local community topped the report’s ranking of the top 25 earning cities for video gambling. Rockford came out on top earning $35.2 million in fiscal year 2019. However, Ottawa did fall into the top 25 for cities with the most machines. Ottawa ranked 18th with 188 machines, which is one place up from last year. Springfield had the most machines last year with 641 in total. Brett Herrmann can be reached at (815) 220-6933 or bherrmann@shawmedia. com. Follow him on Twitter @ NT_SpringValley.

Angel of HopeFest’s Day of Hope will be noon-4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 6 at August Hill Winery, 106 Mill Street, Utica. Celebrate life with a party to benefit Relay for Life in the August Hill lounge and on the patio with live music from local favorites Big Uproar band. The event includes gourmet appetizers, drink tickets, 50/50 and basket raffle. VIP seating is available. Tickets are available through Eventbrite at https:// dayofhope2019.eventbrite.com.

Former Warhol film star, avant-garde performer takes stage at political fundraiser Friday Author, playwright and former Warhol film star, Penny Arcade will bring her rock and roll poetry event, “Longing Lasts Longer” direct from a sold-out run in New York City to La Salle County. The avant-garde performer will appear in a La Salle County Democratic fall fundraiser at 7 p.m. Friday at Senica’s Deer Park Golf Course. Other performers include guitarist Kevin Kramer, the Ladies of Illusion and rock violinist Casey McGrath. More information is at www. LCDpenny.com The evening is the Fall Fundraiser for the La Salle County Democratic Party, Dani Brzozowski, Chair. For interviews with any of the talent for that night please contact John Fisher-Dann at (312) 607-0823. PHOTOS FOR THE TIMES/ANNETTE BARR

FOLLOW THAT BILL FEDERAL BILLS H.R. 1595 — The Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act would prevent federal financial regulators from imposing sanctions on financial institutions that provide services to state-legal cannabis businesses. Passed the U.S. House 321103. H.R. 1595 filed March 7, 2019, by U.S. Rep. Ed Perlmutter (D-Colo.). U.S. Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R-Ill.) voted yes. U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood (R-Ill.) voted no. STATE BILLS Public Act 101-0297 — Bans drivers from watching or streaming video on an electronic communication device. Effective Jan. 1, 2020. Senate Bill 86 filed Jan. 23, 2019, by Rep. Steve Stadelman (D-Rockford). Passed the Senate 51-0 on March 27, 2019. Amended version passed the House 116-0 on May 21, 2019. Senate concurred 57-0 on May 31, 2019. Signed into law Aug. 9, 2019, by Gov. J.B. Pritzker. Public Act 101-0281 — Requires certain private insurance policies to cover medically necessary epinephrine injectors for those under 18. House Bill 3435 amended April 3, 2019, by Sen. Julie Morrison (D-Deerfield). Passed the House 92-0 on March 29, 2019. Passed the Senate 51-0 on May 17, 2019. Signed into law Aug. 9, 2019, by Gov. J.B. Pritzker. Public Act 101-0319 — Prohibits diesel-powered vehicles over 8,000 pounds from idling more than 10 minutes in a one-hour span within 200 feet of a residential area. Senate bill 1256 filed Feb. 6, 2019, by Sen. Bill Cunningham (D-Chicago). Passed the Senate 58-0 on April 10, 2019. Passed the House 96-19 on May 21, 2019. Rep. Lance Yednock (D-Ottawa) voted yes. Signed into law Aug. 9. —COMPILED BY TOM COLLINS

Brayden Spayer sprays water on the base of a broken headstone to clean it while his brother Caleb Spayer looks on. More than 20 adults and nine kids assisted Spayer in his effort to repair the headstones in the oldest section of Summit View Cemetery.

Scout inspires others to restore old cemetery ‘This is a great project’ for aspiring Peru’s Brayden Spayer By Brent Bader SHAW MEDIA

OTTAWA — Brayden Spayer, of Peru, was putting up flags for veterans at Summit View Cemetery with his mom, Michelle, in Ottawa when he noticed something he found peculiar. “I saw there wasn’t many flowers and I asked my mom about it and she told me these are very old and I started looking and they’re from the 1800s,” Brayden said. “I thought, ‘Woah’ and they were starting to fall into disrepair.” Brayden said the cemetery “spoke to him” and came right at a time when he was looking to identify an Eagle Scout project to start as a part of Troop 0745 out of Trinity Lutheran Church in Ottawa. It became the first groupdriven restoration effort the cemetery had seen in quite some time over the weekend with many following the young Scout’s leadership including Christopher Kmetz, of Peru.

Kmetz was never a Boy Scout himself but came out to assist his “little buddy” who sells popcorn in the community every year for the Boy Scouts. He invited Brayden and his father in during one of his annual purchases when they told him of the project. “When he said it I just thought ‘that is a great project.’ It’s a great idea. What more could you do for your community?” Kmetz said, standing over an uncovered headstone. “It’s overgrown and it should be more well taken care of because we have dates that go back to the 1800s and it shouldn’t get like this.” Brayden, along with more than 20 adults and nine other children, lifted and cleaned stones before reattaching the pieces using epoxy and mortar. “There’s a lot of stuff to learn such as how epoxing works, how mortaring works and training to do it and how the chemicals work,” Brayden said of the prep work before the weekend’s event “It’s difficult but it’s manageable,” he added. Certainly more manageable than it usually is, according to the cemetery board treasurer and secretary Gerry Thompson. Thompson said most of the work is done by herself and her husband, Scott, who are usually busy with general groundskeep-

WHERE ARE THE OLDEST BURIAL SITES IN LA SALLE COUNTY? Summit View Cemetery is one of the oldest cemeteries in La Salle County but The Times reached out to the La Salle County Genealogy Guild to learn where the oldest burial plots are located in La Salle County. The three oldest burials in the La Salle County Genealogy Guild Cemetery Database include Henry Bernard with a death date of Feb. 1, 1801, buried in Elerding Cemetery in Sheridan; Thomas Leonard with a death date of Nov. 14, 1802, buried in Belrose Cemetery in Wedron; and Jessie C. Decker with a death date of July 16, 1803, buried in Wenona City Cemetery. ing, such as mowing. So, Brayden’s request to help was warmly received. “I was so happy, we are so broke,” Thompson recalled with a laugh. “And we have a lack of manpower.” “I’m mowing so I don’t have time to do all of this, so it’s helpful that they can do it and it’s extremely costly,” she added. Thompson said volunteers are hard to come by and often eventually back out of helping, but Brayden is the first to be serious

about his request. The volunteers focused on about a quarter of the property, specifically the oldest section on the south side of the cemetery. Rain over the weekend didn’t stop their work, but merely led to an adjustment of schedule to ensure everything was completed over the weekend. Volunteers shared laughs and assisted each other as various pieces of stones were routinely shifted to align similar to a large puzzle. They also discovered additional stones by probing known plots on the land. Brayden said he was confident a lot of the work would be completed by the end of Sunday but they plan to return later in October for additional mortar work and to tie up any loose ends of the project. Thompson thanked the volunteers for their help and interest in the cemetery. “They worked their tails off yesterday. I did not anticipate the amount of work they’d get done,” Thompson said. “We appreciate the help and we’re extremely thrilled with the amount of work they’ve done,” she added. Those looking to help volunteer can contact Thompson by calling (815) 830-3448 or emailing summitviewcemetery@gmail. com.

Illinois Valley Community College Jazz Ensemble to perform next Tuesday The IVCC Jazz Ensemble will be perform at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8 in the Dr. Mary Margaret Weeg Cultural Centre.

Directed by Brandon Czubachowski, the concert features many jazz standards performed by students and community

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Pay your water bill, or else Village approves fines By Steve Lunger

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GRANVILLE — Delinquent water and sewer bills will not stand in Granville. The Granville Village Board approved a new ordinance Tuesday that revises timelines and increases fees for those who fail to pay water and sewer bills on time. The new ordinance, drafted by village attorney Brad Popurella, moves the due date of all water and sewer bills from the 15th of each month to the third Thursday of each month. A 10% late fee will be added to all bills not paid on time, and those who have not paid will have past-due cards mailed to them on the third Friday of the month — with payments due on or before the following Wednesday. If payment still is not made, the water will be shut off on the fourth Thursday of the month and additional fees will be assessed – both to turn the water off and then to turn it back on again once the account becomes current. In such a case, residents with past due bills will be charged $50 for the disconnection of their service and $50 for the reconnection of their service, if these actions occur during regular working hours of the public works department. If not, residents will face greater fees of $150 for each action. In the event of repeat offenders, fees will double the third time that the water must be disconnected and reconnected again. This ordinance takes effect Jan. 1. BOARD INVESTS IN EQUIPMENT, HOPES TO SAVE IN ENERGY COSTS In other board action, Joe Glynn, Field Service Operations Manager with Total Environmental Service Technologies Inc., presented a combined proposal from G. L. Scheri Electric Co. and Complete Integration & Services for the engineering, installation, programming and testing of two blower variable frequency drives for use at the wastewater treatment plant, at a total cost of $33,440. Though the village previously considered a soft-start system, Glynn pointed out an important distinction with variable frequency drives: “The soft-starts start the motor up slowly, but then ramp it up to full speed and that’s where it stays 24 hours a day; where a VFD will modulate depending on the oxygen in the tank”. Glynn said this distinction means that VFDs enhance the prospect of greater savings on energy costs. He estimated savings of a minimum of $5,000 a year. Additionally, Glynn pointed out that with Ameren Illinois’ VFD incentives program, the village could expect to receive $10,000 toward the purchase. Following discussion, the board unanimously approved the bid.

‘Pedal Over Cancer’ Saturday in DePue DEPUE — Pedal Over Cancer, a bike-a-thon event in DePue on Saturday, will raise funds to help patients and families who are dealing with cancer. The bicycle riders will raise money for the event, and start at 9:30 a.m. at the Lake DePue shelter. Organizers will mark out a route through DePue. The fundraiser is for the St. Jude children’s hospital affiliate in Peoria and Illinois Cancer Care in Peru. Event donors have helped to offset the cost of the fundraiser, as well as shirts, and local businesses have donated goodies to fill bags for each participant, says organizer Hillary Templeton. Children from throughout the area can participate for free. The organizers handed out fliers to students in kindergarten through fourth grades, and they also have been seeking pledges. But all ages can ride.

Mendota actors take on tough roles Cast will show its mettle this fall in ‘Steel Magnolias’ By Craig Sterrett NEWS EDITOR

MENDOTA — A small cast has some big, and quite recognizable roles, this fall when the Mendota High School Drama Club presents “Steel Magnolias.” Fans of the hit movie from 1989 should recognize many of the lines, from beloved characters such as the outrageously moody musings of Ouiser (portrayed by Devin Wade at MHS and played by Shirley MacLaine in the movie) or from new hairdresser Annelle (Olivia Ross): “… I promise that my personal tragedy will not interfere with my ability to do good hair.” A cast of six, along with radio announcer Sean Dullard, have been practicing for weeks to put on the play at 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19 and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 20. Olivia Ross takes on the role played by Daryl Hannah in the movie, while helping Truvy (Maddy Pappas, playing Dolly Parton’s part from the film) pamper her southern, smalltown clients. Student-director Perris Stachlewicz is helping prepare her fellow drama club members for the show, and earlier this week, was providing prompts along with radio announcer Sean Dullard as the cast rehearsed without scripts for a photo session. Co-director Eric Masini, a Mendota High graduate and Putnam County music teacher, was getting some assistance decorating and painting Truvy’s beauty salon earlier this week. Masini says Truvy’s salon is the go-to place in Chiquapin, Louisiana for a beauty fix with a hearty side of gossip and unsolicited advice. And for the play, unlike the movie, the salon serves as the lone set. “This is what makes it distinctive from the movie is everything takes place in the salon,” Masini said while straightening the white spacing on white-, yellow- and pinkstriped walls. Masini said having the auditorium’s first big event of the school year allows him and the crew to put together a big, detailed, 1980s-themed set. He said having an extremely experienced, though young, cast also is a joy. The audience

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in an effort to solve the disagreement over the number of teachers, and additional issues, said Pappas. Two board members, Pappas and Theresa Komitas, met in a room with union members including Jordan Zoelzer and MEA co-president Rachel Sabin, and the federal mediator, “We went into the meeting with the intentions of trying to get both sides in agreement on what numbers we need to use going forth in our proposals,” Scheppers said. “We currently have 76 teachers in the Association and the board is using 79 in order to falsely inflate the cost of their proposal. Our attempt to try to get the board to use the correct figures was unsuccessful and they insist to continue to use 79 teachers in determining the cost of their salary proposal.” But Pappas said the district is trying to hire teachers to fill three unoccupied positions. “These positions have remained actively posted and we are looking to hire those three teachers as soon as possible. Our budget has to acknowledge the cost of positions of 79 full-time teachers,” Pappas said. So have the two sides agreed on the number 79 or 76? “Apparently not,” Pappas said this morning. “We thought we had them understand that … we have three positions open; it’s a factor that has to be realized.” “We are paying long-term substitutes to be in those classrooms,” Pappas said. He said the response to that argument was, Scheppers says there are noncertified staff members filling positions, and they are not in the

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Mendota High School cast members including (from right) Devin Wade playing Ouiser, Olivia Ross as Annelle and Faith Anderson as Clairee share a laugh during rehearsal for “Steel Magnolias,” scheduled for Oct. 19 and 20 in the MHS auditorium.

should recognize many of them from Mendota Community Theater and 3M productions from recent and even not-sorecent years. “We are very excited to take on this production that is very different from what the drama club has done in years past,” Masini said in a public announcement. “All six roles, equal in size (lots of lines!) and importance, will offer unique challenges to all of our performers. Masini calls “Steel Magnolias a “timeless story of strong, female role models with our community.” Masini borrowed a line from Guthrie Theatre, by noting: :Through witty banter and wisecracks, this hodgepodge group of women form friendships as strong as steel, which they are forced to lean on when tragedy strikes.”

“Steel Magnolias” by Robert Harling Cast (In order of appearance): Truvy……………Maddy Pappas (Dolly Parton in the movie) Annelle…………...Olivia Ross (Daryl Hannah in the movie) Clairee…………...Faith Anderson (Olympia Dukakis in the movie) Shelby…………...Maya Martin (Julia Roberts in the movie) M’Lynn…………...Alex Stremlau (Sally Field in the movie) Ouiser…………...Devin Wade (Shirley MacLaine in the movie) Radio Announcer ............... Sean Dullard (not a character in the movie) *Student-directed and produced by Ms. Perris Stachlewitz

If you go: When: 7 p.m. Oct. 19 and 2:30 p.m. Oct. 20 Where: Mendota High School auditorium Tickets: Free for MHS students with a current student ID; $5 for non-MHS students (ages 18 and under); $8 for adults Charity: A freewill donation will be taken in the foyer at both performances to benefit the American Diabetes Association.

Director Eric Masini paints the set for Steel Magnolias. All scenes in the play will take place in Truvy’s beauty salon.

Board sends names, potential teacher salaries to press outlets MENDOTA — Mendota’s grade school board president has released to the public a salary schedule “based upon the board’s proposal of Oct. 1, which shows exactly what each teacher will make based upon our most current offer.” Board president Sean Pappas confirmed that he posted the schedule in an effort to move negotiations along. “Their salaries are public knowledge anyway, we have to list their current salaries and benefits every year on our website, per state law, because it’s taxpayer money … this just contract. Scheppers agrees that there should be 77 teachers on the staff (one teacher left her job unexpectedly at the beginning of the fiscal year.) Scheppers says the district has posted that firstgrade teaching position but he has not seen the two other positions advertised. WAS THERE PROGRESS OR NOT? Conflicting reports came out Tuesday night on the progress in salary-schedule negotiations. Said Pappas: “The board has offered movement in the salary schedule by proposing an increase (raise) on the base of 4% in year one, and 4.5% in years 2 and 3. This is an increase over our prior proposal which was 4% in year 1 and 2 and 4.5% in year 3. “The board does not believe that the union made any substantial movement. They only moved their 4.5% offer from year

lists what their salaries would be,” Pappas said this morning. The school district has the current schedule posted here: https://www.m289.org/ Home/public-news-info “We don’t feel it’s a true picture of what a teacher makes,” said Brandon Scheppers, Mendota Education Association co-president. It doesn’t include the teachers’ contributions to their retirement, nor does it show what they actually use to live on and support their households. Find the board’s .pdf file at www.newstrib.com. — By Craig Sterrett two to year three,” says Pappas. “The base salary increases from $31,120 in 18-19 to $35,343 in year 21-22. Our offer is keeping us on pace to exceed the $40,000 state salary minimum by year 2023.” Said Scheppers: “The Association sent a proposal to the board that matched the board’s previous salary schedule increase to the base with a 4% raise in years 1 and 2 and a 4.5% increase in year 3 on the current schedule. “We also resubmitted our language issues regarding teacher plan time and recess duty. “The boards’ response was to add 0.5% to their previous salary proposal in year 2 and offer teachers $5 per hour for recess duty.” Pappas says the board conceded on “a language item that the teachers say is important to them. Our proposal for teachers

includes an average increase of 6.14% in year 1, 4.96% in year 2 and 4.59% in year 3.” A total of 1,101 students, in prekindergarten through eighth grade, were enrolled in the three schools in Mendota District 289 this September. “If there is a strike on the 16th, parents will be made aware through the school messenger voicemail system and the TeacherEase email system. If parents have questions prior to any notification, please contact the building principals, the school superintendent, Dr. (Kristen) School, or the board president, Sean Pappas.” UNION: DISTRICT OFFER CAME NEAR END OF TUESDAY MEETING Scheppers said he did not believe much progress was made. He said the board provided its offer near the end of the meeting Tuesday, and the teachers need to meet as a group to mull it over. Contrary to a statement by Pappas, Schepper said the board wants the teachers to pay 16% of family members’ health insurance costs in the first year of the contract, 17% in year 2 and 18% in year 3. He said the district has not changed its offer from paying 3% of the contributions toward the Teachers Retirement System. (Many surrounding districts pay the full 9%, with government picking up the rest, but some of those districts provide nothing toward family members’ insurance.) Scheppers said the MEA is eager to set up another negotiation session after the membership has a meeting of its own. Craig Sterrett can be reached at (815) 220-6935 or ntlocal@ newstrib.com. Follow him on Twitter @NT_NewsEditor.

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LONDON (AP) — On their first week in class, a group of students is playing a first-person shooter video game in a sleek new digital studio. It’s their introduction to the degree in esports they’ve all enrolled in. The group clicking away on their mice are at the University of Staffordshire, one of several U.K. and U.S. schools launching programs aimed at capitalizing on the booming industry’s need for skilled professionals. Ryan Chapman, 18, said his parents were “skeptical at first” about studying esports, or competitive multiplayer videogaming. “But now they understand how big the industry is growing, the pace it’s growing at. They’re now really all for it because it’s a great industry to start to get into,” said Chapman, who was among the students in the lab playing Counter-Strike, one of the most popular esports games. The University of Staffordshire last year launched its bachelor’s and master’s esports programs, in which students mainly learn marketing and management skills tailored to the industry. This autumn, it’s expanding the program to London while other schools are also debuting esports degree courses, including Britain’s Chichester University, Virginia’s Shenandoah University, Becker College in Massachusetts and The Ohio State University. In Asia, where esports has seen strong growth, schools in Singapore and China offer courses. The global esports market is expected to surge to $1.1 billion this year, up $230 million from 2018 on growth in sponsorships, merchandise and ticket sales, according to Newzoo . The research firm expects the global esports audience to grow in 2019 to about 454 million as fans tune in on livestreaming platforms such as Twitch and Microsoft’s Mixer. Esports tournaments have become a cultural phenomenon and now rival traditional sports events in size and scale. Big competitions are held in arenas where thousands of fans watch big-name professional video gamers compete for lucrative prize pools. Esports leagues have franchises in North America, Europe and Asia. The biggest names, such as Fortnite superstar Tyler “Ninja” Blevins, can earn millions in prize money and livestreaming deals. Esports are even set to be a medal event at the Southeast Asian Games in the Philippines in November. Dozens of U.S. colleges have offered varsity level esports competitions for years. But some schools are taking it a step further by adding courses as the industry’s boom drives demand for professionals who know how to, for example, organize esports tournaments. New niche degrees highlight the changing economy, but they also reflect the “need to communicate to parents and students that there will be a job waiting for someone once they earn a degree,” which may include tuition fees and student loans said Joni Finney, director of the University of Pennsylvania’s Institute for Research on Higher Education.

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When working a second job isn’t a ‘side hustle’ I think it was an Uber advertisement where I recently heard the term “side hustle” used on multiple occasions, as the ride sharing app is looking to recruit more drivers. Work when you want. Make extra cash. It’s the Brett Herrmann trendy thing to do. NEWSTRIBUNE We see a REPORTER lot of terms re-branded to make them sound more attractive. A sewer plant is now a “wastewater facility.” A social media personality is an “influencer.” Do these new terms have much of an impact on most things? Not really. It’s just semantics. But why “side hustle” stands out to me is because it seems to want to normalize the idea of working more than the standard

40 hours. Let’s call it what it really is — a second job. Now, I take no issue with people wanting to work more. If they have the time and energy to go out and make extra money and enjoy doing it — more power to them. But some people don’t take a second job because they are working toward an early retirement or are paying for that trip to Europe. They are working a second job because it is a financial necessity. Glamorizing and embracing that concept because your regular full-time work isn’t enough to pay the bills is a dangerous concept that I really don’t see benefitting the workforce moving forward. Generations of laborers fought for the eight-hour work day with the slogan “eight hours for work, eight hours for rest and eight hours for what you will.” And the eight hours for what you will are something I hope people take seriously for their physical and mental health. Personally, those hours are where I get to relax,

exercise, try to cook a sortof-healthy meal, and do some non-work related reading and writing. While it would be nice to be able to earn some extra money out of those hours, I personally place more value on recharging my energy levels, de-stressing and having fun, but I understand that’s not an option for everyone. Yes, paychecks are bigger than they were decades ago, but the purchasing power of the U.S. dollar is not nearly what it was. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the average hourly wage increased from $2.50 to $22.65 between 1964 to 2018. But when accounting for inflation, wage growth is flat with that $2.50 in 1964 being about as valuable then as $22.65 is now. The Pew Research center shows the little growth that does exists is mostly for the top 25% of earners in the United States, so the middle-to-lower class workers have taken on the brunt of wage stagnation, which is where the need for a second job factors in.

Now, while the term “side hustle” might be new, getting a second job is not. The number of people in the United States holding more than one job at the same time has actually gone down in recent years. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported 5.1% of workers held more than one job at the same time in August 2019. That has dipped a little from when it used to be more than 6% in the 1990s. I hope it keeps trending that way. I hope those people who are working more than one job are doing it because they want to. And I really hope we don’t latch onto the term “side hustle” when all we’re really saying is we need a second job because the first doesn’t earn enough money. Brett Herrmann can be reached at (815) 220-6933 or bherrmann@shawmedia. com. Follow him on Twitter @ NT_SpringValley.

One thing we understand is mob shakedown “Nice little country you’ve got there. It would be a shame if my best friend Vladimir burned it down.” That’s the essence of the threat that Donald J. Trump, the world’s most incompetent gangster, Gene Lyons delivered to Ukrainian NEWSPAPER ENTERPRISE President ASSOCIATION Volodymyr Zelensky over the phone last July. Incompetent, among other reasons, because he keeps getting caught. Seemingly persuaded of his impunity, Trump turned U.S. foreign policy into a protection racket for his own political benefit. With the Russian wolf at the door — Vladimir Putin’s army occupies Ukraine’s easternmost provinces — Trump presented that country’s newly elected president with a hard bargain. Zelensky either needed to deliver up doctored evidence against Trump’s political rival Joe Biden, or risk forfeiting $400 million in military aid voted by Congress. Money the president had previously embargoed with his customary dubious constitutional authority. “Previously embargoed,” as in a couple of days before Trump’s call.

Trump alibis that he withheld the money because the Europeans weren’t doing their bit. But that’s the usual balderdash. Preventing Putin’s Russia from swallowing up Ukraine, a fragile new European democracy, is an existential issue for our NATO allies. (Most of whom, it’s worth remembering, sent troops to fight and die in Afghanistan after 9/11.) The European Union alone has sent more than $16 billion in military aid to Ukraine since Russia’s illegal seizure of Crimea. But it turns out to be harder than Trump thought to run a shakedown out of the White House when not everybody who works there is a “made man” loyal to the godfather. Because that’s what it’s come down to with these latest revelations from a “whistleblower” inside the administration: Either you support Trumpism or the U.S. Constitution. You can no longer pretend to support both. Of course, much of the Republican Party has been converted into an authoritarian political cult elevating its hero above our democracy. His sheer audacity is exactly what much of Trump’s celebrated “base” loves about him — united in resentment against anybody they suspect thinks them “deplorable.” (Thanks a lot, Hillary.) Hence, Trump now asserts that the “whistleblower” lacks patriotism and loyalty to the United States — meaning himself, the living embodiment of the nation.

However, some Trumpists’ faith may yet waver. So was Trump coarse enough to put the threat in so many words? We may need to have an impeachment trial in the U.S. Senate to find out. But probably not. Once an experienced shakedown artist like Trump has maneuvered his pigeon into a defenseless position, honeyed words and professions of mutual loyalty are the way to go. See how nice the godfather can be when he gets what he wants? Don’t you want to keep making him happy? The money remained sequestered, however, until a couple of weeks ago, when The Washington Post and Wall Street Journal began nosing around. Otherwise, Ukraine would have been out of luck. But the law’s not stupid: A threat needn’t be explicit to be a crime. Canceling military aid followed by a friendly call letting Zelensky know exactly how to get back in Trump’s good graces would be enough to trigger bribery laws. Federal statutes make it a crime for a government official to express “specific intent to give or receive something of value in exchange for an official act.” Courts have ruled that negative information about political opponents constitutes “something of value.” Which, of course, it is. Ironically, the reason that special counsel Robert Mueller declined to prosecute Trump, Donald Trump Jr. and the rest regarding the infamous Trump

Tower meeting with Russian agents promising “dirt” on Hillary Clinton was that he wasn’t sure he could prove they knew it was a crime. This time, that alibi won’t fly. Indeed, it appears likely that Mueller’s legalistic pussyfooting may have emboldened the president. Trump made the illfated call to Ukraine’s president on July 25, one day after the special counsel testified before Congress. As Michael Tomasky puts it, “Trump clearly watched Mueller, saw that he was a patsy, and decided he could do anything.” The Ukraine caper, however, involving, as it does, presidential power, isn’t merely far worse than anything Mueller uncovered about the Trump team’s conniving with Russian intelligence operatives back in 2016. It’s also — and this could prove crucially important — a single, discrete event that’s a whole lot easier to understand. A thousand gangster films, from the “The Godfather” to “The Sopranos,” have given Americans a pretty good idea how protection rackets work. There’s never been a graver political scandal in U.S. history. Think about it: a president withholding military aid from a country under attack by Russia in order to force its government to launch a criminal investigation into his opponent’s family. It’s bribery and it’s treason, both of which Article II of the U.S. Constitution stipulate as grounds for impeachment and removal.

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Out of the way, pumpkin spice Apple Cider Cupcakes and Brown Sugar Cinnamon Buttercream (courtesy of Wishes and Dishes) Prep time: 30 mins Cook time: 17 mins Total time: 47 mins Serves: 15-17 Cupcakes 2 eggs 1⅔ cup all purpose flour 1 cup apple cider ⅔ cup sugar ½ cup unsalted butter, softened 2 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. ground cinnamon ½ tsp. salt 1 tsp. vanilla

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Apple cider cupcakes are a sweet alternative for autumn treats OK fall fans, I’ve got you. I know you’re gearing up for baking season and I’ve got the recipe for you. If you’re thinking pumpkin spice, think again. (Besides, I’m sure you all saw our latest women’s magazine with a story Kim Shute full of amazing pumpNEWSTRIBUNE kin recipes BUREAU CHIEF right?). No. This time, I went for fall’s other key flavor —

apple cider. Truth be told, I’m Team Apple Cider. Pumpkin spice has reigned supreme for more than a minute, but I think it’s finally jumped the shark with pumpkin spice Spam and I can’t say I’m sorry. What’s not to love about apple cider? It’s the perfect transition into fall with its crisp sweet-tart flavor and to me its a more subtle sophisticated flavor. What I have for you is an apple cider cupcake with brown sugar cinnamon frosting. The cider has no added sugar so it relies on the flavor of the apples for sweetness which I like. When I was picking up ingredients I saw a selection of ciders using different apples

so you can choose one that suits your individual tastes. The frosting has a subtle brown sugar and cinnamon flavor that compliments the flavor of the cake for a perfect combination. And, for a from-scratch cake it couldn’t be easier. Just be careful when creaming your butter and sugar to constantly scrape the paddle on your mixer to avoid lumps in the batter. While the cake is baking, whip up the frosting using butter, brown sugar, powdered sugar and spices. You’ll notice in the picture, I very lightly iced my cupcakes because I’m a fan of less is more when it comes to frosting. A cupcake piled with frosting is aesthetically pleasing, but for me it’s just too much.

I ended up using only about half the frosting, but I’m thinking it will be a perfect frosting for cinnamon rolls. My younger daughter loved these because she, unlike me, can’t get enough frosting. In fact, once she saw I was piping on the frosting she requested I skip the cupcake and fill her mouth (an amusing picture no doubt, but no, I didn’t do it.). My older daughter said she liked that they weren’t too sweet and she said the cupcake was firm but moist. The word makes me shudder, but I understand the sentiment, by the way. My husband thought they were good, and that’s about as

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SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Uber is cramming more services into its ride-hailing app as it explores ways to generate more revenue and finally turn a profit. The makeover announced Thursday includes force-feeding its food delivery service, “Eats,” into the Uber app that millions of people use to summon a ride. That means Uber users who don’t already have the “Eats” app may now be asked whether they want to order some food in the ride-hailing app.

Uber also will start making other changes to the ride-hailing app as part of its effort to create an “operating system for life,” according to company CEO Dara Khosrowshahi. Although Khosrowshahi didn’t mention it, Uber is under intensifying pressure to start making money. With the exception of when it has generated a windfall by selling a part of the company, Uber has done nothing but lose money since its inception, while also pioneering a way for people to easily find someone come pick them up at prices that undercut traditional

taxis.With its losses still mounting, Uber’s stock has plunged by nearly 30% since pricing its shares at $45 apiece when it became a publicly held company in May . Uber Eats has proven popular, with revenue surging 80% during the first half of this year to $1.1 billion. But Uber remains mired in a morass of red ink, with losses of $6.2 billion during the first half of this year. Most of that setback reflected nearly $4 billion in employee stock compensation that it had to record as part of its initial public offering.w

Frosting: Whip butter, brown sugar, cinnamon and vanilla together with a mixer until light and fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar and mix until incorporated. Add milk until you reach desired consistency (more for thinner frosting). Transfer to piping bag and frost each cupcake once they have cooled. Garnish with an apple slice, if desired. Cupcakes stay fresh at room temperature in an airtight container for 5 days.

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How to marinate just about anything— including chicken, roasts and pork By Katie Workman

Cupcakes: Cream together butter and sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer (or using a hand mixer). Add the eggs and vanilla and mix until fully incorporated. Whisk together all of the dry ingredients in a separate bowl. Add the apple cider and the mixture of dry ingredients, alternating between the two, slowly incorporating them into the butter/sugar/egg mixture. Line standard muffin/cupcake tin with paper or foil liners. Fill cupcake liners ⅔ full and bake at 350º for 17-19 minutes. Bake until toothpick or skewer inserted into center comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting.

Brussels Sprout Gratin Active Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes Yield: Serves 4

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Brussel Sprout Gratin is easy to make for busy weekday nights

A tale of two children — and Brussels sprouts By Lynda Balsey TASTEFOOD

If you have more than one child, you may understand this tale. I have two children. One is an adventurous eater, and one is not. One loves fish, and the other can’t stand it (although I don’t recall her ever tasting much of it). One adores butter and milk, while the other would prefer not to be seated at the same table with dairy products. My highly unscientific theory is that this is nature’s way of ensuring that its offspring do not starve. If siblings have opposite tastes, then there is enough food to feed the litter. After all, how would our species advance otherwise? At least this is how I console myself as a parent and a cook. Which brings me to Brussels sprouts. OK, I understand that you don’t have to be a child genetically wired to preserve the human race to dislike Brussels sprouts. These little crucifers have been known to offend many a mature adult. But in our home, they are enjoyed — at least by most of us. My son likes them, and, therefore, my daughter does not. See SPROUTS Page A8

1 ½ pounds Brussels sprouts 1 ½ cups whole milk 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 garlic clove, minced 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour ½ cup grated Gruyere cheese 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg Pinch of cayenne 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan or Pecorino Romano cheese ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Trim the outer leaves and bottoms of the Brussels sprouts and then cut them in half (quarter if large). Steam the Brussels sprouts until they are crisp-tender, 5 to 7 minutes, depending on their size. Transfer to a large bowl. Heat the milk in a small saucepan until lukewarm. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and saute until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the flour and stir with a wooden spoon to form a paste and lightly toast, about 2 minutes. Carefully pour in the milk in a steady stream, whisking to incorporate. Bring to a boil, and then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Add the Gruyere cheese, salt, pepper, nutmeg and cayenne, and stir until smooth. Pour the sauce over the Brussels sprouts and stir to thoroughly coat. Transfer to a 2-quart gratin dish. Combine the Parmesan and breadcrumbs in a small bowl and sprinkle evenly over the Brussels sprouts. Bake in the oven until the top is golden brown and the Brussels sprouts are tender, about 25 minutes.

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extensive as his comments go. My mom happened to stop by so one went home with her and she also liked that it wasn’t overly sweet. So I guess the consensus is this is the perfect cupcake for those who like a treat but don’t want to go into a sugar coma.

So, in a moment of inspiration and indefatigable hope, I purchased a bag of pert and pretty Brussels sprouts at the market with a plan. Instead of stir-frying or steaming them, I would cloak them in bechamel and cheese. For, while my daughter dislikes Brussels sprouts, she loves gratins. Anything cheesy, creamy and crispy is right up her alley. So, why not? I would give it a try. And you know what? She liked it.

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Dear Harriette: I was invited to a bridal shower but was unable to attend because of a last-minute scheduling conﬂict. I feel bad because I really like the woman who is getting married. I was wondering if I should get her a gift anyway. I already know that I will not be able to attend the wedding. It is a destination wedding, and a little pricey for my wallet. SENSE & But I want to do for her. SENSITIVITY something Do I get her a Harriette Cole shower gift and a wedding gift, even UNIVERSAL though I won’t be atUCLICK tending either? What do you recommend? — What To Give

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Dear What To Give: Think about the bride and what she would appreciate. If she has a registry for the shower and for the wedding, peruse each of them. You may be able to ﬁnd aﬀordable items that show your love for her without breaking the bank. You might also consider writing a check that you put in a lovely congratu-

latory card for your friend. While you do not have to give her anything, a small token of your love for her and her new life with her husband will be greatly appreciated. Dear Harriette: I used to like to shop with my friend from work. We like similar things and enjoy going to the mall or to little boutiques. It’s a fun way to pass the time, and it has enhanced our friendship. I have noticed recently, though, that she has begun to buy identical things that I buy. We will be looking for clothing or shoes or accessories, and I will make a decision. Next thing you know, she has either bought the same thing at the same time, or later she will go back and pick it up. I’m talking same item, same color — identical. I don’t like that. I have my own style. There are enough items in the store for the two of us to make our own independent choices. How can I get her to stop copying me? — Copycat You can send questions to askharriette@harriettecole.com or c/o Andrews McMeel Syndication, 1130 Walnut St., Kansas City, MO 64106.

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Visit newstrib.com/sports/athleteoftheweek Vote for your choice of the Athlete of the Week from the 4 nominees listed. These athletes were selected by the NewsTribune sports staff. Selection was based on sports accomplishments this past week.

Tyler Hartman L-P Football The L-P junior quarterback was effective through the air and on the ground in L-P’s 40-8 victory over Plano. He completed 4-of-5 passes for 106 yards and two touchdowns while running for 100 yards and a score.

Ronde Elaina Margaret Worrels Wamhoff Vaessen Princeton Football St. Bede Volleyball A-L Cross Country Worrels had another big game for the Tigers in their 49-14 win over Sherrard. He ran for 131 yards and four touchdowns.

Wamhoff was solid all week Vaessen ran a strong race for the Lady Bruins. She had over the weekend 19 assists, 10 points, four to win the Kewanee aces and six digs against Hall, she recorded 28 Invitational and help assists, 15 digs, ﬁve points, the Lady Clippers an ace and three kills place second. against Erie-Prophetstown and capped the week with 49 assists, 17 points, seven aces, 25 digs and 11 kills at the Reed-Custer Invite.

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BRIEFS Ladd legion auxiliary to meet Tuesday LADD — Ladd American Legion Auxiliary will meet at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8 in the legion hall. The group will take reservations for the Fall Forum at Wyoming Post 91, This is Saturday, Oct. 12. Lunch is $8. Virginia McNally will be the leader for the Oct. 8 meeting with committee being Mary Ann Martin and Julie Biagoni. Eligible visitors are welcomed. Anyone needing a ride may call (815) 8942269.

Cool stationery elevates the handwritten note By Kim Cook

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We’re all emailing, texting and DM’ing as fast as our thumbs can type these days, but there’s also some Old School pushback. For many style-savvy communicators, handwritten notes are the thing. Whether it’s a follow-up thank you or a stand-alone communique conveying anything from warmth to wisdom, the humble notecard can rise above life’s digital froth. A thought or two is composed. Pen meets paper. And then the result must be transported. So much more than the pressing of a “send” button, the handwritten note implies effort, and is thus special. Stationery Studio specializes in well-designed notecards. There are hand-illustrated botanical patterns, nautical and sporting motifs, preppy striped designs, and animals. All can be personalized with names or initials in a range of fonts. At Papyrus, notecards come engraved with tiny sea turtles, hummingbirds, pineapples, vintage airplanes, lightbulbs or gingko leaves. Art lovers should check out the Museum of Modern Art’s online store, where notecard sets include the works of Matisse, Rothko, Klimt, Calder, ToulouseLautrec and Monet. More art cards can be found at other museums’ shops, including that of The Metropolitan Museum of Art, where William Morris prints and Impressionist prints are on offer. Understated, foilstamped paper clips and pushpins embellish the notecards at Russel & Hazel, making them ideal for business correspondence. Austin, Texas, designer Katie Kime’s notecard line has several patterns with a swingy Palm Springs vibe, including Riviera, Greta and Lucy, in color combos like pink and navy and citrus and lime. Block printing brings an artsy, rustic charm to paper. Etsy shops JenAitchisonArt and MapleMoonDesign have lovely woodland animal and winter forest designs. Kirsti Scott has been collecting sea glass for years around her home in Capitola, California. A graphic designer, she creates art prints as well as notecards, transforming the bits of water-washed glass into flowers, land and sea animals, beach balls, even VW camper buses. She’ll do custom designs as well. Her online shop is EtchedByTheSea. Seattle studio Of the Earth, or flowerseedpaper .com, prints photos they’ve taken around the Pacific Northwest on homemade paper embedded with seeds like daisy, snapdragon, poppy, thyme and chamomile. When you’re done reading the card, you can pop it into a pot or garden, add a bit of soil and water, and in a couple of weeks your missive will have sprouted. Want a blank slate to create your own artsy flourish, or to just leave unadorned so your note takes center stage? Paper Source has lustrous gold or silver shimmer-finished cards and matching envelopes.

The IVCC women’s soccer team is playing well READ ABOUT THE EAGLES LATEST WIN ON PAGE B2 CONTACT US: (815) 220-6939 | SPORTS@SHAWMEDIA.COM

IN BRIEF Fieldcrest moves to No. 1 in AP poll The Fieldcrest football team is now the top-ranked team in the state in Class 2A. The Knights jumped from No. 8 to No. 2 last week after beating two-time defending state champion Gibson CityMelvin-Sibley in Week 4. After Fieldcrest beat Illini West last week, the Knights moved ahead of Clifton Central in the most recent Associated Press Poll. The Knights (5-0) received three first-place votes and 118 points compared to Clifton Central’s nine first-place votes and 117 points. Fieldcrest plays Deer CreekMackinaw (2-3) at 7 p.m. Friday in Minonk. Princeton (4-1) moved back into the Class 3A poll at No. 10. The Tigers take on Hall (4-1) at 7 p.m. Friday in Princeton.

Hartman, Larsen make FND Team La Salle-Peru quarterback Tyler Hartman and Hall defensive lineman Greg Larsen were voted to the Week 5 Friday Night Drive Team of the Week. Hartman completed 5-of-6 passes for 106 yards and two touchdowns while also rushing for 100 yards and a score in the Cavaliers’ 40-8 victory over Plano. Larsen recorded a pair of sacks in the Red Devils’ 9-0 victory over St. Bede.

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BOYS GOLF: THREE RIVERS CONFERENCE MEET

Tigers accomplish goal at TRC Meet By Tommy Rose SHAW MEDIA

DEER GROVE — For the Princeton boys golf team, it was “Mission Accomplished” Tuesday as the Tigers placed third out of 13 teams competing in the Three Rivers Conference Meet at Deer Valley Country Club. “Our goal was to be in the top three coming into the year,” PHS

coach Will Gross said. “Coming into today, we thought we really had a chance at that or a little bit better. “Our goal was really to beat Fulton, who was second and we were third coming in, and we did that. Newman outplayed us a little, but third place in a 13-team conference with this kind of caliber, I’m really happy.” The Tigers finished the day

with a team score of 332 behind conference champs Riverdale (309) and second-place Newman (327). The Tigers are also happy with having two top 10 medalists on the team with Trent Kloepping (80) placing eighth and Jamie Reinhardt (80) placing ninth. “I played pretty well on the front, but I left a lot of strokes out there on the back,” Kloepping

said. “I could’ve played better, but it was a good score — nothing to complain about.” Reinhardt indicated his day started out well, but he also ran into some trouble later. “On the front nine, I shot even,” he said. “But on the back nine, I started thinking too much, hitting bogies and doubles. See GOLF Page B3

PREP VOLLEYBALL: LA SALLE-PERU DEF. KANELAND 25-11, 25-18

L-P plays ‘best all around match’

TCC cross country meet rescheduled The Tri-County Conference cross country meet that was scheduled for Tuesday in Ottawa has been moved to 4 p.m. today at Seneca Grade School.

Soto lifts Nats to win in NL Wild Card game WASHINGTON (AP) — After all the heartache and close calls, all the early exits, maybe it makes sense that a 20-year-old kid who never had been to the postseason, Juan Soto, would help the Washington Nationals finally advance. And maybe, just maybe, it makes sense that it would be this particular edition of the Nationals, a club that went from 12 games under .500 in May to playoff participant, that demonstrated the necessary never-give-up fortitude when things looked bleak. Soto delivered a bases-loaded single against Milwaukee closer Josh Hader that scored three runs with two outs in the eighth inning, thanks in part to an error by rookie outfielder Trent Grisham, and the Nationals came back to beat the Brewers 4-3 in the NL wildcard game Tuesday night. “We started off horrible, as we all know, and we vowed that we wouldn’t quit,” Nationals manager Dave Martinez said, talking about the year as a whole but sounding like he could have meant this particular evening. “I told the boys, ‘I promise you, stay with it, don’t quit, this will turn around.’ And it did. And here we are today.” The Nationals carry a ninegame winning streak into their best-of-five NL Division Series against the league-best Dodgers. Game 1 is Thursday in Los Angeles, and some in the sellout crowd of 42,993 chanted “Beat LA! Beat LA!” as members of the Nationals began their celebration on the infield with family members.

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La Salle-Peru senior Hope Skoog (second from left) dives for a dig during the Lady Cavaliers’ 25-11, 25-18 victory over Kaneland in an Interstate Eight Conference match Tuesday in La Salle.

Lady Cavs hand Kaneland first conference loss, move into tie for first By Kevin Chlum

NEWSTRIBUNE SPORTS EDITOR

As the La Salle-Peru band played “Baby Shark,” members of the volleyball team moved their arms in a chomping motion, danced and laughed. The Lady Cavaliers had plenty of reason to have fun after beating Kaneland 25-11, 25-18 in a

key Interstate Eight Conference match Tuesday. With the victory, L-P moved to 6-1 in the conference while handing the Knights their first Interstate Eight loss. “I thought this was probably our best all-around match,” L-P coach Mark Haberkorn said. “We came out ready to play. Our team knew this was a big match

tonight. They were undefeated in the conference, so in order for us to get back in the conference race we had to take care of business.” The Lady Cavs used aggressive serving, strong back row defense, a diverse offense and solid blocking to take command of the first set early and rally after falling behind in the second set. “I think our seniors performed

outstanding,” libero Brooke Shirley said. “I thought it was one of our best games so far. We communicated and worked together. When we got the passes, we put the ball down almost every single time. We call came together and fought back during the second set.” The back row got a lot of See LADY CAVS Page B3

AREA ROUNDUP

Cattani places second in TRC cross country meet BY NEWSTRIBUNE STAFF

Tea Cattani ran a 20:59.6 on Tuesday to place second in the Three Rivers Conference Meet in Edgington. Cattani finished just 1.2 seconds behind winner Maryn Bollinger, of Orion. Princeton’s Lexi Bohms (21:54.4) and Elizabeth Orwig (22:01.8) placed fourth and fifth, respectively, to lead the Tigresses to a second-place finish.

Princeton scored 41 points to finish behind Orion (33). Bureau Valley (108) was fifth among the five full teams. St. Bede’s Brady Mudge placed sixth in 22:07.1, while Jillian Hulsing paced the Storm as she finished 26th in 24:56.6. In the boys race, St. Bede placed third with 112 points. Erie-Prophetstown won with 57 points, Princeton (191) was seventh, Hall (212) was 10th and Bureau Valley (225) was 11th

The Cavaliers scored 163 points. Clifton Central won with 39. Fieldcrest (235) placed eighth among the 15 teams. L-P’s Ryan Hartman finished 19 in 18:11. Victor Echeveste led the Knights as he placed 33rd in 19:06. At El Paso In the girls race, L-P’s Ashley Logan Johnson ran a 17:04 to Heagy placed sixth in 20:12 to place fourth and help La Salle- help the Lady Cavaliers finish Peru finish sixth as a team at the seventh with 192 points. Eureka won with 53 points. El Paso-Gridley Invitational. among the 11 teams. Princeton’s Reece Bohms finished an area-best 13 in 18:39.4. St. Bede’s Anthony Hernandez placed 16th in 18:53.2, Hall’s Ted Alejos finished 17th in 18:54.3 and Bureau Valley’s Elijah House was 27th in 19:20.5.

Fieldcrest (432) was 14th. Ellen Hood led Fieldcrest as she finished 66th in 26:49.

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Mendota 162, La Salle-Peru 164 Zeke Hessenberger shot a 37 on Tuesday to earn medalist honors and lead the Trojans to a narrow victory in a non-conference See ROUNDUP Page B3

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TODAY BOYS GOLF

La Salle-Peru at Bloomington’s Purple-Gold Invitational, 3 p.m.

Fieldcrest at IVC, 3:30 p.m. Putnam County, Henry at TriCounty Conference Tournament, 9:30 a.m.

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Hall, Princeton at La Salle-Peru Cavalier Invitational, 8:30 a.m.

Earlville at Mendota, 4:30 p.m.

CO-ED CROSS COUNTRY Tri-County Conference Meet at Seneca Grade School, 4 p.m. Mendota at Oregon, 4 p.m.

GIRLS GOLF Fieldcrest, Earlville at Dwight, 4:15 p.m.

GIRLS TENNIS Ottawa, Sterling, Geneseo at La Salle-Peru, 3:15 p.m.

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL Putnam County at Hall, 7 p.m. MEN’S SOCCER

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BOYS SOCCER

Amboy-LaMoille at NUIC Meet, TBD Henry at Brimfield, 4 p.m.

BOYS SOCCER

Lowpoint-Washburn/Henry at Martinsville, 1 p.m.

GIRLS GOLF

Putnam County at Fieldcrest, 4 p.m.

GIRLS SWIMMING La Salle-Peru co-op, Olympia at Pontiac, 5 p.m.

GIRLS TENNIS Morris at Mendota, 4:30 p.m.

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL La Salle-Peru at Morris, 6 p.m. Bureau Valley at St. Bede, 7 p.m. Putnam County at Roanoke-Benson, 7 p.m. Dixon at Mendota, 6 p.m. DePue at Marquette, 6 p.m. Fieldcrest at Deer Creek-Mackinaw, 7 p.m. Henry at Midland, 6 p.m. Kishwaukee at IVCC, 6 p.m.

FRIDAY BOYS GOLF Earlville at Woodland, 4 p.m.

FOOTBALL La Salle-Peru at Ottawa, 7 p.m. Kewanee at St. Bede, 7 p.m. Hall at Princeton, 7 p.m. Byron at Mendota, 7 p.m. Bureau Valley at Morrison, 7 p.m. Amboy-LaMoille at Galena, 7 p.m. Deer Creek-Mackinaw at Fieldcrest, 7 p.m.

GIRLS TENNIS

x-Tuesday, Oct. 8: N.Y. Yankees at Minnesota ( (FS1) x-Thursday, Oct. 10: Minnesota at N.Y. Yankees (FS1) National League

x-Wednesday, Oct. 9: Washington at L.A. Dodgers (TBS) Atlanta vs. St. Louis Thursday, Oct. 3: St. Louis at Atlanta, 4:02 p.m.(TBS) Friday, Oct. 4: St, Louis at Atlanta, 3:37 p.m.(TBS) Sunday, Oct. 6: Atlanta at St. Louis (TBS) x-Monday, Oct. 7: Atlanta at St. Louis (TBS)

GIRLS TENNIS

x-Wednesday, Oct. 9: St. Louis at Atlanta (TBS)

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL

La Salle-Peru at Seneca, 4 p.m.

Monday, Oct. 7: N.Y. Yankees at Minnesota (FS1 or MLB)

St. Bede at Kewanee Invitational, 8 a.m.

Mendota at Kewanee, 6 p.m.

GIRLS GOLF

Saturday, Oct. 5: Minnesota at N.Y. Yankees, 4:07 p.m.(FS1)

x-Monday, Oct. 7: L.A. Dodgers at Washington (TBS)

La Salle-Peru at Interstate 8 Conference semifinals, 5 p.m.

St. Bede, Hall, Putnam County, Fieldcrest, Earlville at Lowpoint-Washburn, 4:30 p.m.

N.Y. Yankees vs. Minnesota Friday, Oct. 4: Minnesota at N.Y. Yankees, 6:07 p.m.(MLB)

CO-ED CROSS COUNTRY

La Salle-Peru at Bloomington’s Purple-Gold Invitational, 8 a.m.

CO-ED CROSS COUNTRY

x-Thursday, Oct. 10: OaklandTampa Bay winner at Houston (FS1)

Sunday, Oct. 6: L.A. Dodgers at Washington (TBS)

FOOTBALL

Bureau Valley at Sterling Invitational, 8:30 a.m. DePue at Calvary Normal, 6 p.m.

MEN’S SOCCER Harper at IVCC, Noon

SUNDAY WOMEN’S TENNIS

IVCC at Bryant & Stratton, Noon

LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES (Best-of-7) American League Saturday, Oct. 12 (Fox or FS1) Sunday, Oct. 13 (Fox or FS1) Tuesday, Oct. 15 (Fox or FS1)

x-Sunday, Oct. 20 (Fox or FS1)

Saturday, Oct. 12 (TBS)

Earlville at Little Ten Tournament at Hinckley-Big Rock, TBD

GIRLS TENNIS

Princeton at Morris, 4:30 p.m. Mendota at Geneseo, 4:30 p.m.

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL

La Salle-Peru at Dixon, 6 p.m. Henry at Lowpoint-Washburn, 6 p.m. LaMoille-Ohio, Earlville at Little Ten Tournament at Earlville, TBD

MEN’S SOCCER

Milwaukee Area Tech at IVCC, 3 p.m.

WOMEN’S SOCCER

IVCC at Truman, 4:30 p.m.

BASEBALL MLB PLAYOFFS

Semifinals

Minnesota at N.Y. Giants, Noon

Washington 3, Las Vegas 1 Tuesday, Sept. 17: Washington 97, Las Vegas 95

Baltimore at Pittsburgh, Noon

Thursday, Sept. 19: Washington 103, Las Vegas 91 Sunday, Sept. 22: Las Vegas 92, Washington 75 Tuesday, Sept. 24: Washington 94, Las Vegas 90

Sunday, Sept. 22: Connecticut 78, Los Angeles 56 Finals (Best-of-5; x-if necessary) Washington 1, Connecticut 1 Sunday, Sept. 29: Washington 95, Connecticut 86 Tuesday, Oct. 1: Connecticut 99, Washington 87 Sunday, Oct. 6: Washington at Connecticut, 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct 8: Washington at Connecticut, 7 p.m. x-Thursday, Oct. 10: Connecticut at Washington, 7 p.m.

FOOTBALL NFC AFC East W New England 4 Buffalo 3 N.Y. Jets 0 Miami 0 South W Houston 2 Indianapolis 2 Jacksonville 2 Tennessee 2 North W Cleveland 2 Baltimore 2 Pittsburgh 1 Cincinnati 0 West W Kansas City 4 Oakland 2 L.A. Chargers 2 Denver 0

L 0 1 3 4

T Pct PF PA 01.000 122 27 0 .750 76 63 0 .000 33 70 0 .000 26 163

L 2 2 2 2

T 0 0 0 0

Pct .500 .500 .500 .500

L 2 2 3 4

T 0 0 0 0

Pct PF PA .500 89 91 .500 135 100 .250 76 88 .000 57 110

L 0 2 2 4

T Pct PF PA 01.000 135 94 0 .500 79 102 0 .500 90 74 0 .000 70 93

PF PA 78 78 94 102 84 84 91 62

NFC East

Sunday’s Results L.A. Chargers 30, Miami 10

x-Saturday, Oct. 19 (Fox or FS1)

BOYS SOCCER

Princeton at Ottawa, 6 p.m.

Sunday, Oct. 6 Atlanta at Houston, Noon

Friday, Oct. 25: at worse record (Fox)

x-Thursday, Oct. 17 (Fox or FS1)

Monday, Oct. 14 (TBS) Tuesday, Oct. 15 (TBS) x-Wednesday, Oct. 16 (TBS) x-Friday, Oct. 18 (TBS) x-Saturday, Oct. 19 (TBS) WORLD SERIES (Best-of-7) Tuesday, Oct. 22: at better record (Fox)

Saturday, Oct. 26: at worse record (Fox) x-Sunday, Oct. 27: at worse record (Fox) x-Tuesday, Oct. 29: at better record (Fox)

N.Y. Giants 24, Washington 3 Tennessee 24, Atlanta 10 Carolina 16, Houston 10 Cleveland 40, Baltimore 25 Oakland 31, Indianapolis 24

x-Wednesday, Oct. 30: at better record (Fox)

New England 16, Buffalo 10

BASKETBALL

Seattle 27, Arizona 10

Kansas City 34, Detroit 30 Chicago 16, Minnesota 6

WNBA

Jacksonville 26, Denver 24

PLAYOFFS

New Orleans 12, Dallas 10

First Round

Thursday, Oct. 3 L.A. Rams at Seattle, 7:20 p.m.

Las Vegas 93, Chicago 92

Wednesday, Oct. 23: at better record (Fox)

Wednesday, Oct. 16 (Fox or FS1)

MONDAY

Mendota at Rochelle, 4:30 p.m.

Sunday, Sept 15 Los Angeles 92, Seattle 69

W L T Pct PF PA Dallas 3 1 0 .750 107 56 Philadelphia 2 2 0 .500 110 105 N.Y. Giants 2 2 0 .500 87 97 Washington 0 4 0 .000 66 118 South W L T Pct PF PA New Orleans 3 1 0 .750 84 92 Tampa Bay 2 2 0 .500 123 117 Carolina 2 2 0 .500 95 80 Atlanta 1 3 0 .250 70 99 North W L T Pct PF PA Green Bay 3 1 0 .750 85 69 Chicago 3 1 0 .750 66 45 Detroit 2 1 1 .625 97 95 Minnesota 2 2 0 .500 84 63 West W L T Pct PF PA San Francisco 3 0 01.000 96 54 Seattle 3 1 0 .750 103 89 L.A. Rams 3 1 0 .750 117 104 Arizona 0 3 1 .125 74 115 Thursday’s Result Philadelphia 34, Green Bay 27

National League Friday, Oct. 11 (TBS)

La Salle-Peru at DePue-Hall, 4:30 p.m.

Second Round

Thursday, Sept. 19: Connecticut 94, Los Angeles 68

Princeton at Orion Tournament, 9 a.m.

Bureau Valley, Fieldcrest at Elmwood Invitational, 9:30 a.m.

Seattle 84, Minnesota 74

x-Tuesday, Oct. 8: Houston at Oakland-Tampa Bay winner (FS1)

Friday, Oct. 4: Washington at L.A. Dodgers, 8:37 p.m.(TBS)

THURSDAY

Monday’s Result Pittsburgh 27, Cincinnati 3

Connecticut 3, Los Angeles 0 Tuesday, Sept. 17: Connecticut 84, Los Angeles 75

Indian Creek at Mendota, 11 a.m.

La Salle-Peru, Mendota, Earlville at La Salle County Invitational at Streator, 10 a.m.

Open: San Francisco, N.Y. Jets

Monday, Oct. 7: Houston at Oakland-Tampa Bay winner (MLB)

Hinckley-Big Rock at DePueHall, 10 a.m.

Princeton at Peoria Invitational, 10:30 a.m.

Mendota at Big Northern Conference Meet at Winnebago, 8:30 a.m.

American League

L.A. Dodgers vs. Washington Thursday, Oct. 3: Washington at L.A. Dodgers , 7:37 p.m.(TBS)

La Salle-Peru at Interstate 8 Conference medal round, TBD

IVCC at Rock Valley, 4 p.m.

BOYS GOLF

(Best-of-5)

SUN

Flyers 1 p.m. NBCSC/ NHLN

OFF

DIVISION SERIES

SAT

NLDS NLDS Game 1 Game 2 Braves Braves 4 p.m./TBS 3:37 /TBS

OFF

Wednesday, Oct. 2: Tampa Bay (Morton 16-6) at Oakland (Manaea 4-0), 7:09 p.m.(ESPN)

Wednesday, Sept. 11 Chicago 105, Phoenix 76

Tampa Bay 55, L.A. Rams 40

Jacksonville at Carolina, Noon Buffalo at Tennessee, Noon Chicago vs Oakland at London, UK, Noon Tampa Bay at New Orleans, Noon New England at Washington, Noon

Engram, NYG Lockett, SEA Ju. Jones, ATL Hooper, ATL R. Woods, LA Punters

27 26 23 28 26

Way, WAS Morstead, NOR A. Lee, ARI Johnston, PHL Dixon, NYG O’Donnell, CHI J. Scott, GBY Palardy, CAR Colquitt, MIN Hekker, LA

331 12.3 75t 328 12.6 44t 317 13.8 54t 307 11.0 28 307 11.8 37

No Yds Lg 16 837 66 17 830 64 16 775 59 14 674 57 17 817 58 21 1009 75 23 1104 66 16 749 58 18 841 59 10 463 71

NHL

N.Y. Jets at Philadelphia, Noon

EASTERN CONFERENCE

Green Bay at Dallas, 3:25 p.m. Indianapolis at Kansas City, 7:20 p.m. Open: Detroit, Miami Monday, Oct. 7 Cleveland at San Francisco, 7:15 p.m.

NFL INDIVIDUAL LEADERS AFC Week 4 Quarterbacks AttComYdsTDInt Mahomes, KC 156 1061510 10 0 Rivers, LAC 146 1011254 7 2 Dalton, CIN 166 1021150 5 4 Mayfield, CLE 139 821147 4 6 L. Jackson, BAL134 871110 10 2 Flacco, DEN 148 981076 5 3 Brady, NE 145 901061 7 1 Watson, HOU 126 82 938 6 1 Mariota, TEN 119 74 933 7 0 Brissett, IND 138 90 911 10 2 Rushers AttYds AvgLG TD Fournette, JAC 72 404 5.681 0 N. Chubb, CLE 78 398 5.188t 4 M. Mack, IND 72 338 4.763t 2 Ma. Ingram, BAL55328 6.049 5 D. Henry, TEN 78 310 4.018 3 J. Jacobs, OAK 62 307 5.051 2 Gore, BUF 61 273 4.541 2 C. Hyde, HOU 52 250 4.825 1 L. Jackson, BAL36 238 6.629 1 Ekeler, LAC 56 220 3.919 3 Receivers NoYds AvgLG TD K. Allen, LAC 34 452 13.334 3 Kelce, KC 24 369 15.442 1 S. Watkins, KC 23 365 15.968t 3 J. Landry, CLE 18 328 18.265 0 Ross, CIN 16 328 20.566t 3 Chark, JAC 19 321 16.969 3 Waller, OAK 33 320 9.730 0 Jo. Brown, BUF 23 315 13.738t 1 Co. Sutton, DEN22309 14.052 2 Beckham, CLE 21 308 14.789t 1 Punters No Yds Lg Avg T. Long, LAC 10 493 60 49.3 A. Cole, OAK 18 868 60 48.2 Berry, PIT 18 865 62 48.1 Haack, MIA 20 942 62 47.1 Koch, BAL 10 469 56 46.9 Kern, TEN 25 1162 70 46.5 Bailey, NE 22 1010 61 45.9 Sanchez, IND 13 595 60 45.8 L. Edwards, NYJ 24 1097 57 45.7 Cooke, JAC 20 909 59 45.4

NFC Week 4 Quarterbacks AttCom Yds TD Int Ryan, ATL 176 124 1325 8 6 Goff, LA 173 111 1254 6 6 Winston, TAM 139 87 1167 9 5 Prescott, DAL 127 92 1143 9 3 R. Wilson, SEA 133 97 1141 8 0 Stafford, DET 141 88 1122 9 2 K. Murray, ARI 169 106 1071 4 4 Rodgers, GBY 146 91 1069 6 1 Keenum, WAS 135 92 970 7 4 Wentz, PHL 145 88 963 9 2 Rushers AttYdsAvg LGTD McCaffrey, CAR 86411 4.8 76t 4 D. Cook, MIN 71410 5.8 75t 5 E. Elliott, DAL 73324 4.4 27 3 Kamara, NOR 59280 4.7 28 1 Carson, SEA 67262 3.9 22 1 Ker. Johnson, DET 74251 3.4 14 1 Barkley, NYG 37237 6.4 59 1 R. Jones, TAM 50234 4.7 25 1 Breida, SNF 41226 5.5 34 0 Gurley, LA 49219 4.5 25 3 Receivers No Yds Avg LGTD Kupp, LA 32 388 12.1 66 3 Godwin, TAM 26 386 14.8 30 4 D. Adams, GBY 25 378 15.1 58 0 Evans, TAM 18 368 20.4 67t 4 MichaelThomas,NOR34 361 10.6 24 1

Avg 52.3 48.8 48.4 48.1 48.1 48.0 48.0 46.8 46.7 46.3

HOCKEY

Arizona at Cincinnati, Noon Denver at L.A. Chargers, 3:05 p.m.

2 2 4 2 0

Atlantic Division GP W LOTPts Ottawa 0 0 0 0 0 Toronto 0 0 0 0 0 Tampa Bay 0 0 0 0 0 Montreal 0 0 0 0 0 Boston 0 0 0 0 0 Florida 0 0 0 0 0 Buffalo 0 0 0 0 0 Detroit 0 0 0 0 0 Metropolitan Division GP W LOTPts Rangers 0 0 0 0 0 Carolina 0 0 0 0 0 Pittsburgh 0 0 0 0 0 Washington 0 0 0 0 0 Islanders 0 0 0 0 0 Philadelphia 0 0 0 0 0 New Jersey 0 0 0 0 0 Columbus 0 0 0 0 0

GF GA 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 GF GA 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

WESTERN CONFERENCE Central Division GP W LOTPts GF GA Minnesota 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Winnipeg 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 St. Louis 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Dallas 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Colorado 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Chicago 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Nashville 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Pacific Division GP W LOTPts GF GA Edmonton 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Arizona 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Vancouver 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Calgary 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 San Jose 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Anaheim 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Los Angeles 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Vegas 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 NOTE: Two points for a win, one point for overtime loss. Top three teams in each division and two wild cards per conference advance to playoffs. Monday’s Preseason Result Lausanne 4, Philadelphia 3 Today’s Games Ottawa at Toronto, 6 p.m. Washington at St. Louis, 7 p.m. Vancouver at Edmonton, 9 p.m. San Jose at Vegas, 9:30 p.m. Thursday’s Games Montreal at Carolina, 6 p.m. Buffalo at Pittsburgh, 6 p.m. Florida at Tampa Bay, 6 p.m. Winnipeg at N.Y. Rangers, 6 p.m. Minnesota at Nashville, 7 p.m. Boston at Dallas, 7:30 p.m. Calgary at Colorado, 8 p.m. Arizona at Anaheim, 9 p.m. Friday’s Games Chicago vs. Philadelphia at Prague, CZE, 1 p.m. Washington vs. N.Y. Islanders at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 6 p.m. Toronto at Columbus, 6 p.m. Winnipeg at New Jersey, 6 p.m. Vegas at San Jose, 9:30 p.m.

JUNIOR COLLEGE WOMENS At LaSalle Rotary Park IVCC 2, Kishwaukee 0 00-0

IVCC 11-2 IVCC goals: Ferguson (23:00); Poole (67:00).

VOLLEYBALL HIGH SCHOOL

At La Salle La Salle-Peru def. Kaneland 25-11, 25-18 L-P statistics: Kills - Richardson 6, Olson 5, Happ 4, Quesse 3. Blocks - Olson 3, Urbanski 3, Richardson 1, Happ 1. Assists - Champlin 24, Olson 8. Digs - Shirley 15, Olson 6, Skoog 6. Points - Skoog 13, DeFosse 11, Champlin 8, Olson 7, Happ 6. Aces - Olson 1, Skoog 1, Champlin 1. Sophomore: Kaneland def. L-P 18-25, 25-14, 25-20. Freshman: L-P Red def. Kaneland 25-20, 21-25, 16-14; Kaneland def. L-P Green 17-25, 25-23, 16-14.

TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League BALTIMORE ORIOLES — Claimed RHP Cole Sulser off waivers from Tampa Bay. LOS ANGELES ANGELS — Announced bench coach Josh Paul and pitching coach Doug White will not return for the 2020 season. National League CINCINNATI REDS — Fired hitting coach Turner Ward. Named Caleb Cotham assistant pitching coach and director of pitching. BASKETBALL National Basketball Association WASHINGTON WIZARDS — Named Rod Thorn senior advisor to the general manager. FOOTBALL National Football League ARIZONA CARDINALS — Resigned WR Pharoh Cooper. Released DL Miles Brown. BALTIMORE RAVENS — Waived LB Tim Williams. CHICAGO BEARS — Signed TE Bradley Sowell. Signed DL Abdullah Anderson to the practice squad. GREEN BAY PACKERS signed LB B.J. Bello to the practice squad and released LB Brady Sheldon from the practice squad. LOS ANGELES CHARGERS — Promoted TE Stephen Anderson from the practice squad. Placed TE Sean Culkin on IR. Signed DB Quenton Meeks, TE Matt Sokol and DE Jeff Holland to the practice squad. NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS — Released OL Caleb Benenoch and WR Cameron Meredith. Released LB Scooby Wright from the practice squad. NEW YORK GIANTS — Activated WR Golden Tate from the exempt list. Signed LB Josiah Tauaefa from the practice squad. Claimed DE Chris Peace off waivers from the Los Angeles Chargers. Placed LB Ryan Connelly on IR. Released WR Bennie Fowler and TJ Jones. Signed WR Da’Mari Scott and LB Devante Downs to the practice squad. TENNESSEE TITANS — Signed OLB Jamal Davis II to the practice squad. Released DL Lyndon Johnson from their practice squad. WASHINGTON REDSKINS — Waived WR Robert Davis. Released CB Adonis Alexander from the practice squad. Canadian Football League EDMONTON ESKIMOS — Signed WR Danny Vandervoort to the practice roster.

SOCCER

Kishwaukee

Varsity

WINNIPEG BLUE BOMBERS — Released LB Dale Warren and WR Jawill Davis from practice roster. Signed WR Johnathan Boone to the practice roster. HOCKEY National Hockey League NHL — Suspended San Jose F Evander Kane three games for abuse of an official during a Sept. 29 preseason game at Vegas.

WOMEN’S SOCCER: IVCC 2, KISHWAUKEE 0

L-P graduates lift Eagles to fifth win By Brad Martin Sr.

NEWSTRIBUNE SPORTS WRITER

Bean made another outstanding play when a bad pass gave the Kougars a great look at tying the game only to have Bean steal the ball and keep IVCC in the lead. Aside from playing solid defense, Mendota graduate Yasmine Godinez had a great look early in the second half, but the Kougars’ Avery Mertz made a nice save. After both teams traded shots on goal, the Eagles got two great passes from DePue graduates Breanda Torres and Hunter Zecca to LaSalle-Peru alumna Sabrina Poole, who blasted a shot to put IVCC up 2-0. “After I really got on the girls about their passing, things really turned around,” Arteaga said. “The last 30 minutes or so were what this team is really like. We passed better and were much sharper and really took control.” With limited opportunities for the Kougars, they needed to capitalize on any chances they got. Emma Rourke got the best look of the night for Kishwaukee, but Mendota graduate Mia Preciado made a tremendous save with her fingertips to keep the shutout intact as IVCC came away with the 2-0 victory. IVCC returns home Thursday looking for its sixth win as the Eagles face Scott College at 4 p.m. at Rotary Park.

The IVCC women’s soccer team continues to show what a big improvement it has made this season as the Eagles moved to 5-3 with a 2-0 victory over Kishwaukee in an Arrowhead Conference game Tuesday at Rotary Park in La Salle. “I could not be prouder of these girls and the way they have turned around the program,” IVCC coach Rey Arteaga. “We’re 5-3 after seeing the past two years where we were getting beat 9-0 and 8-0. They put the effort and time in and look where it’s gotten them.” Although the Eagles were controlling the game early, Arteaga could see his team wasn’t performing like they are capable, especially with their passing. But with 23 minutes remaining in the first half, IVCC was able to crack the scoreboard first as LaSalle-Peru graduate Mikayla Ferguson found the back of the net for a 1-0 lead. One bright spot for the Eagles in the first half was Mendota alumna Madison Bean, who did a great job of getting back on defense when it looked like the Kougars had a breakaway and regained control of the ball to keep the score 1-0. “Madison Bean was amazing again tonight,” Arteaga said. “There were times where Brad Martin Sr. can be reached Kishwaukee had 4-on-2 or at 220-6939 or at ntsports@ 3-on-1 and she made the stop.” shawmedia.com.

IVCC freshman and La Salle-Peru graduate Sabrina Poole (No. 12) splits Kishwaukee defenders Megan Johnson (No. 19) and Hope Akers during the Eagles’ 2-0 victory in an Arrowhead Conference game Tuesday in La Salle. SHAW MEDIA PHOTO/ TOM SISTAK

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La Salle-Peru’s Kenzie DeFosse (No. 3) and Emma Happ (No. 27) go up for a block as teammates Paige Champlin (No. 23) and Arika Richardson look on during the Lady Cavaliers’ 25-11, 25-18 victory over Kaneland in an Interstate Eight Conference match Tuesday in La Salle.

Lady Cavs FROM PAGE B1

passes up against the Knights with Shirley leading the way with 15 digs. Hope Skoog and Kamryn Olson had six digs each. “We talked a lot in the back row,” Skoog said. “Talking is something we need to do every game and I feel like we did well communicating and just bouncing off each other tonight. It was really good.” After Kaneland’s Grace Franz put down a kill to start the match, the Knights had three consecutive kill attempts sail out of bounds before Olson served up an ace for a 4-1 L-P lead. The Lady Cavs led the rest of the way. Skoog served four straight

Roundup FROM PAGE B1

match at Mendota Golf Club. Ethan Hanaman carded a 40 for MHS (14-2), while Taylor Joyce added a 41. Mason Mitchell and Ayden Sines each shot a 40 to lead L-P.

BOYS SOCCER

Earlville 8, Stillman Valley 1 Manny Gomez scored a pair of goals and dished out two assists as Earlville rolled to an a victory over Stillman Valley in a non-conference match Tuesday. Devyn Kennedy had a goal and three assists for the Red Raiders, while Jeremy Gomez and Landon Larkin added two goals each.

Kaneland 12, La Salle-Peru 0 The No. 7-seeded Cavaliers fell to the No. 2 Knights in the first round of the Interstate Eight Conference Tournament on Tuesday in Maple Park.

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL

Henry def. LowpointWashburn 25-18, 25-13 Grace Condit had 13 digs

Golf

FROM PAGE B1

“Coach talked to me and I began to keep my cool, started parring out and the last hole I birdied, which I was proud of.” The other Tigers contributing to the team’s top three finish were Caleb Alter (86) and Dylan Gross (86), who tied for 15th place. “We put up some pretty good scores,” Will Gross said. “They stayed composed. It was pretty wet out here still, but it was a nice warm day. I’m pretty happy with all six of them.” The next highest placing area team was St. Bede with a score of 362, good for seventh place. Nathan Pothoff just missed the top 10 with a round of 82. “Nathan found some

points to extend L-P’s lead to early in the second set. Franz had a pair of kills, 14-6 and a four-point run by Kenzie DeFosse put the Lady Maddie Bucley had a block and a kill on back-toCavs ahead back plays and 21-9. Franz served “I just try to “We really fought up an ace as the get it over the built a net,” said Skoog, back, communicated Knights 9-4 lead. who finished Haberkorn with 13 points. well, got hyped with called a time“Sometimes, out after Franz’s I’m focusing too each other and ace. Out of the much. Every serve you have to started putting balls break, Franz served the ball get up there and out of bounds believe you’re down more.” before Skoog going to get it over the net. It’s L-P senior Brooke Shirley stepped to the line and served just confidence. the Lady Cavs “Coaches give us zones. We tried to target one back to a tie. “I felt we started getting down of the taller girls because she was on ourselves after we hit a ball struggling back there.” The Knights put together a run out, shanked a couple and missed

a couple serves,” Shirley said. “In the timeout, Habs got us going. He tried pumping us up. I felt we started talking more. We really fought back, communicated well, got hyped with each other and started putting balls down more.” The Lady Cavs (14-1) took the lead for good at 17-16 when the Knights served the ball out of bounds. Paige Champlin then served an ace as L-P closed the match on a 9-2 run. n Note: The L-P sophomore team lost 18-25, 25-14, 25-20. At the freshman level, L-P Red won 25-20, 21-25, 16-14, while L-P Green lost 17-25, 25-23, 16-14. Kevin Chlum can be reached at 220-6939, or at kchlum@ shawmedia.com. Follow him on Twitter @NT_SportsEditor.

and six kills Tuesday to help the kills for PC (6-11-2, 2-3 TCC). Lady Mallards to a Tri-County Stillman Valley def. Conference victory in Henry. Hope Self served six aces for Mendota 25-19, 25-13 Henry. Ella Massey had eight digs, seven assists and two kills Kewanee def. St. Bede Tuesday as the Spikers dropped a 23-25, 25-23, 25-20 Big Northern Conference match Elaina Wamhoff had 30 as- in Stillman Valley. Jenna O’Donnell contributed sists, 12 digs, 10 points, six kills, 2 1/2 blocks and a pair of aces 11 digs and an ace for MHS (10Tuesday as the Lady Bruins suf- 9-1). fered a Three Rivers Conference Erie-Prophetstown def. East Division loss in Peru. Marissa Boehm put down 10 Princeton 25-15, 18-25, 25-19 kills and had 4 1/2 blocks for the Katie Bates had 23 assists and Lady Bruins (7-11-1). 12 digs Tuesday as the Tigresses lost in a Three Rivers Conference Newman def. East Division match in Erie. Hall 25-18, 25-11 Kenzie Coleman chipped in 11 Maddie Hannon had four kills digs, nine kills and a block for and an ace Tuesday as the Lady PHS (12-9, 6-2 TRC East). Red Devils lost a Three Rivers Conference East Division match El Paso-Gridley def. Fieldcrest 25-15, 25-11 in Spring Valley. Gia Pozzi added six digs and a Gracie Schultz had six kills pair of kills for Hall (3-13). and a pair of blocks Tuesday as the Knights dropped a Heart of Seneca def. Illinois Conference match in Putnam County 25-23, 25-21 Minonk. Maci Fandel added nine assists Morgan Hundley had eight digs, seven assists, two kills and for FHS (14-6, 4-4 HOIC). a pair of points Tuesday as the Lady Panthers fell in a Tri-County Somonauk def. LaMoilleOhio 19-25, 25-23, 25-16 Conference match in Seneca. Sophia Harris put down five Collette Motter recorded 16

digs Tuesday as the Lady Lions the Lady Panthers. Izzi Hall and Brynn lost a Little Ten Conference Hieronymus each carded a 60 for match in Somonauk. Ki’Ayanna Moore contributed Princeton. six kills and four blocks for L-O.

GIRLS GOLF

At Rochelle

GIRLS SWIMMING

Morrison 118, La Salle-Peru co-op 47

La Salle-Peru’s Ella Newell Peyton Heagy won a pair shot a 98 on Tuesday to place of events Tuesday as the Lady 10th at the Interstate Eight Cavaliers lost a dual meet on the Conference Tournament. road. Heagy won the 50-yard freeAt Kewanee style in 26.19 seconds and Ali Mendoza and Gianna claimed the 100 freestyle in 56.58 Grivetti each carded a 50 on seconds. Tuesday as St. Bede placed second in a Three Rivers Conference WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL triangular at Baker Park Golf Course. Sauk Valley def. The Lady Bruins scored a 203 IVCC 25-19, 25-14, 25-11 to finish behind Kewanee (185) Putnam County graduate and ahead of Bureau Valley Kaitlyn Edgcomb put down 10 (233). Paige Pyszka added a 51 for St. kills Tuesday as the Eagles fell in Bede, while Elisabeth Sullivan an Arrowhead Conference match in Dixon. led the Storm with a 51. Hall graduate Gertie Savitch Kewanee’s Riley Hansen was contributed 16 digs for IVCC (3the medalist with a 37. 13, 0-5 Arrowhead).

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PHS coach Will Gross trouble early and dug himself a little hole, but he bounced back through it,” St. Bede coach Rich Cummings said. “Owen Espel (88, 18th place) is coming around and shot really well today.” Bureau Valley (374) finished ninth with Trent DeVenney placing highest for the team as he carded an 88 to place 22nd. Hall placed 10th with a score of 393 with Josh Scheri leading the Red Devils with a round of 96 to place 43rd.

CHICAGO (AP) — Cubs coaches Mark Loretta and Will Venable are being considered for the team’s managerial opening. Loretta and Venable join David Ross as the club’s only internal candidates to replace Joe Maddon, whose contract expired after the Cubs missed the playoffs this year for the first time since 2014. The 48-year-old Loretta was Maddon’s bench coach this year after spending the previous nine seasons in San Diego’s front office. He hit .295 in 15 years in the majors with Milwaukee, Houston, San Diego, Boston and the Los Angeles Dodgers. Venable has been the Cubs’ first base coach for the past two seasons. He also worked in Chicago’s front office before moving to the coaching staff. The 36-year-old Venable played in the majors for nine years, batting .249 with 81 homers. The team confirmed Tuesday that Loretta and Venable are being considered for the job. President of baseball operations Theo Epstein said Monday that Ross, a former major league catcher who works in Chicago’s front office, is a possibility. There has been no word on the external candidates for the position. Epstein said Monday that at least one person who works for a playoff team is on their broad list.

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Stocks extend slide as traders fear slowdown NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks extended their losses into morning trading today as investors headed for safer holdings amid worrying economic data and lingering trade disputes. Investors are still hunkering down following a dismal manufacturing report on Tuesday that sent the market to its sharpest loss in ﬁve weeks. The report increased fears that a trade war-induced slowdown in manufacturing will increasingly weigh on the broader economy and stunt growth. Technology stocks were the biggest losers, led by declines from Microsoft and Apple. The sector has been extremely sensitive to shifts in economic forecasts and swings in the ongoing trade war between the U.S. and China. Banks were also among the biggest losers as bond yields continued to slide. Citigroup fell 2% and Bank of America fell 1.9%. The yield on the 10-year Treasury fell to 1.61% from 1.64% late Tuesday. Sinking bond yields are normally a sign that investors are shifting money into less-risky holdings because economic growth is in doubt. They also lean toward safe-play stocks, including utilities.

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Millennial money: Sneaky ways burnout hurts your bottom line By Amrita Jayakumar

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Millennials are a burned-out bunch. Millennial workers are more likely than older generations to report being burned out at work, according to a 2018 Gallup study. The gig economy, the temptations of social media and the high expectations millennials have of themselves contribute to this trend, behavioral finance experts say. Add to that record student debt levels, the cost of health care, slow wage growth and little work-life balance, and you have a recipe for emotional exhaustion. “Millennials have this double whammy of anxiety coupled with a really strong work ethic,” says Kit Yarrow, a consumer psychologist and professor emerita at Golden Gate University. This is not to say “adulting” is especially difficult for this generation, or to assume that all millennials are struggling. But understanding how burnout harms financial decision-making can help you or a loved achieve goals. BURNOUT TRICKS THE MIND Burnout isn’t the same as stress. The World Health Organization , which added burnout to its handbook of recognized health conditions this year, says symptoms include “feelings of energy depletion or exhaustion; increased mental distance from one’s job, or feelings of negativ-

ism or cynicism related to one’s job; and reduced professional efficacy.” Burnout is linked to your job, but it can also affect your financial decisions outside of work in the following ways: Q You pay more for convenience. You could be spending money regularly on takeout, Uber rides or grocery delivery, for example. People are often willing to pay more for convenience because they’re exhausted — from working multiple jobs, long hours or being available for work all the time — and because it makes mundane tasks easier, says Theresa Stevens, 26, a financial coach who works with millennials at Declutter Your Money in Providence, Rhode Island. Q You splurge as a reward. “Treat yourself” isn’t just a hashtag; it can be a coping mechanism. When it comes to rewarding ourselves, “our mind tricks us into taking us off the hook,” Yarrow says. “You might think: I already have student loans and credit card debt and my rent is half my income so I might as well go out and eat, because what difference will it really make?” Stevens says. Social networks and the ease of online shopping make it harder to resist temptation, says Mariel Beasley, co-founder of the Common Cents Lab, a behavioral science research lab at Duke University that focuses on improving financial well-being for low- and middle-income households.

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Double retirements AP FILE PHOTO Millennial workers are more likely than older generations to report being burned out at work, according to a 2018 Gallup study. The gig economy, the temptations of social media and the high expectations millennials have of themselves contribute to this trend, behavioral finance experts say.

“We see the food people are getting at fancy restaurants, the cute new shoes they bought or the places they’re traveling to,” Beasley says. “We’re seeing their spending; rarely do we see what they’re saving.”

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a dream vacation. They can also help you prioritize what you’re willing to spend money on and cut back on.Paying off a credit card is a goal, but achieving financial freedom is a value, Stevens says. Q Budget strategically. Budgeting isn’t about cutting out the small things that give you joy, like the occasional Uber or your latte habit. Taking a step to save money — think moving into a cheaper living situation, refinancing student loans or canceling subscriptions — is more sustainable in the long run.

HOW TO BREAK THROUGH You can’t ﬁx the economy or wish away debt. But by recognizing burnout, you can make things easier on yourself. Here’s how: Q Know your “why.” Your values motivate you when you’re paying oﬀ debt or saving money for

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LIBRA (Sept. 23Oct. 23) — Express BY EUGENIA your LAST thoughts and make changes that will help you eliminate things that are holding you back. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) — Turn the corner and put the past behind you. Head down an exciting path ﬁlled with new challenges and life-altering experiences. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — Spend your time researching and making personal changes that will help you overcome obstacles. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Take better care of yourself. Pay attention to detail and don’t get involved in something that could result in injury or loss. Choose

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your battles wisely. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — Get your personal papers in order. Updating ofﬁcial documents will be essential if you don’t want to pay a ﬁne or be denied the opportunity to participate in something you want to do. PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) — Keep an open mind, but don’t be gullible. Someone will play with your emotions or entice you to get involved in something you should avoid. ARIES (March 21-April 19) — Partnerships should be handled delicately to bring about positive changes that will improve prospects for future dealings. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) — Step in and do something. You can make a difference if you use your voice to point

out what’s fair and what isn’t. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) — You’ll be drawn into emotional situations. Listen to the options being offered and consider whether you want to get involved. Joint ventures look dicey. CANCER (June 21-July 22) — Get moving. Idle time will be the enemy. The less you do, the more criticism and complaints you’ll encounter. Protect your assets. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) — Refuse to let the actions of others stop you from doing your own thing. Follow your heart and pursue the goals that make you happy. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Rediscover what brings you joy, eases your stress and makes you feel alive. Newspaper Enterprise Assn

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Obituaries Stephen Vogler

Greg Steil

Mark ‘Herm’ Grotti

Stephen Vogler, 69, of Granville died Oct. 1, 2019, in St. Margaret’s Hospital. Arrangements are pending at DysartCofoid Funeral Chapel, Granville.

On Sept. 15, 1947, Greg Steil was welcomed into this world by Joseph and Evelyn (Lindal) Steil in Rib Lake, Wis. On Sept. 18, 2019, at 6:15 p.m., Greg closed his eyes on this world and breathed his last breath in the company of his wife, his daughter and some of his dear friends. In the 72 years in between, he touched Mr. Steil the lives of many in the Illinois Valley area and beyond. Although he was one of the earliest rock ‘n’ roll players in the Illinois Valley, Greg also loved classical music, which he learned from his father and Bugs Bunny cartoons. He was mostly known as a traditional bluegrass, oldtime and folk musician, and he spent his life playing, collecting, curating and promoting that music as well as winning awards for his fiddle playing. He was the director, for some years, of the Music in the Wild festival in Putnam County. He was a regular fixture at the Willow Folk Festival since its early days and there met many of the musicians he continued to play with throughout his life. In addition to his passion for music, Greg was a respected woodworker, doing carpentry, hobby-craft construction and instrument repair and rebuilding. Everywhere he went Greg would run into someone he knew. He was a conduit of friendships, connecting people from many generations, occupations and backgrounds. In recent years, Greg became especially concerned with protecting the natural environment around his home and his beloved Big Sandy Creek. He helped raise the alarm about the encroachment of industrial agriculture in Marshall-Putnam County, and everyone he met could be sure of his position. Greg felt that no fight was more important than this one, to protect the health of the land and people of the Illinois Valley. Greg married Lois Marie Brown on Nov. 15, 1970. They have one daughter, Corrina (Jon) Birdseye; and a granddaughter, Amelia in Seattle. Greg was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Patrick, who passed away in early childhood. He is survived his wife, daughter, son-in-law, granddaughter; his sister, Susan (William) Bathgate; two sisters-in-law, Janey (Roger Gabrielse), Ida (Paul) Brown; and brother-in-law, Bruce (Roberta) Brown; Nieces and nephews include Reid (Sameer) Bathgate, Christian Bathgate, Brian (Michelle) Gabrielse, Kevin (Sarah) Gabrielse, Cindy (Brentton) Thompson, Angie (John) Tyler, Shannon (Beth) Brown, Anthony Brown and Joshua (Amanda) Brown. Greg served in the U.S. Army, stateside, from 1966-68. Helmer-Shields Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Per Greg’s request, there will be no services.

Mark A. “Herm” Grotti, 60, of Peru passed away Sept. 30, 2019, in St. Francis Medical Center, Peoria. A celebration of life will be 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 12 at The Coal Company in Cherry. Arrangements are through Mueller Funeral Home, Peru. Mark was born March 12, 1959, in Spring Valley to James and Lillian (Campbell) Grotti. He was Mr. Grotti a graduate of Hall High School. He married Dodie L. (Elgin) Tipps on Jan. 5, 2001, in Ottawa. Mark was employed at ADM in Spring Valley. As a child, he enjoyed playing Little League baseball when his older brother, Bill was the coach. Later, his passion turned to Harley-Davidson motorcycles. He especially enjoyed spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife, Dodie; his daughter, Michelle (Zac Kwiatek) Grotti of Peru; stepdaughter, Terri (Mick) Combs of Oglesby; two stepgranddaughters, Sienna and Gianna; two sisters, Karon (Ron) Mini of Peru and LuAnn Wood of Seatonville; one brother, Bill Grotti of Seatonville; one sister-in-law, Wanda (the late, Butch) Grotti of Ottawa; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, James “Butch” Grotti Jr. The online guestbook may be viewed and remembrances shared at www.MuellerFH.com.

Sophie Koenen A celebration of life for Sophie Koenen, 93, of Peru, will be at 10:30 a.m. Oct. 18 at Valley Memorial Park, Spring Valley. Sophie passed away peacefully at Simple Comfort Retirement Home on July 23, 2019. The Rev. Betty Delgado, Pastor of Trinity United Church of Christ, will officiate the proceedings. A buffet lunch at Verucchi’s Ristorante will immediately follow, and all friends are welcome to celebrate with Sophie’s family. Born in DePue on Sept. 8, 1925, to Nicholas and Helen (Keta) Kalemanoff, Sophie was married Feb. 9, 1946, to Forrest (Bob) R. Koenen in Spring Valley at St. Anthony’s Church. They celebrated 67 years of marriage and had one son, Forrest. Until her retirement in 1986, Sophie worked at Sampsels, Westclox and Heritage Manor. She and Bob spent most winters in Arizona from 1986 through 2011 and absolutely loved late night games of black-jack with their many friends. Sophie is survived by grandson Matthew, great-grandson Eliott, niece Andrea, daughter-inlaw Linda, former daughter-in-law Christine, one stepgranddaughter Marla, two stepgreat-grandchildren Mallory and Colton, and many more relatives. She was preceded in death by all of her siblings, Michael, John, Angelo and Angela; in addition to her son, Forrest on Nov. 12, 2012; and her husband, Bob on July 7, 2013. Sophie was witty, kind, thoughtful and generous all her life. She was truly a “first responder” for all of us. Always offering help in any capacity with food, a helping hand, and always with loving hugs and reassurance when needed. She was a wonderful hostess through the years with many celebrations at her home entertaining 35 or more guests at a time. Everyone was welcome. Sophie was a great cook and fabulous baker often baking 10 to 15 kinds of Christmas cookies and gifting family and friends with incredible assortment trays. Sophie loved watching baseball, basketball and football teams from the locals to the pros. She attended so many games in her lifetime watching her son play as well as watching him coach! She cheered her husband on when he played baseball in the 1940s and 1950s. They nicknamed Bob “Shoes” and then nicknamed young Forrest “Slippers”! Sophie really enjoyed watching baseball this past summer and the Chicago White Sox were her favorite. All of Sophie’s friendships were forever — she never met a stranger. To know Sophie was to love her and Sophie loved all of us. She is deeply missed. Barto Funeral Home of Spring Valley assisted with arrangements. Cremation rites have been accorded.

Jay Sanders Jay D. Sanders Sr., 76, of Ottawa died Sept. 29, 2019, at Morris Hospital. Visitation will be 9-11 a.m. Thursday in Gladfelter-Roetker Funeral Home. Graveside services with military honors will be at 12:30 p.m. Thursday at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood. Honorary pallbearers will be Trevor and Lucas Bertolotti, Allyson Hunt, Emily Haarman and Felecity Couch.

Joan Hall Joan (Mitchell) Hall, 87, of rural Sheridan died the evening of Sept. 30, 2019, in OSF St. Paul Medical Center, Mendota. A memorial Mass will be at 11 a.m. Monday in St. Columba Church, Ottawa. Visitation will be at the church, one hour prior to the Mass. Funeral arrangements are through Mueller Funeral in Ottawa.

Bizarre deaths of bulls recall ‘70s mutilations SALEM, Ore. (AP) — The first dead bull was found in a timbered ravine in eastern Oregon. There was no indication it had been shot, attacked by predators or eaten poisonous plants. The animal’s sex organs and tongue had been removed. All the blood was gone. In the next few days, four more Hereford bulls were found within 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometers) in the same condition. There were no tracks around the carcasses. Ranch management and law enforcement suspect that someone killed the bulls. Ranch hands have been advised to travel in pairs and to go armed. Ever since the bulls were found over several days in July, Harney County Sheriff’s Deputy Dan Jenkins has received many calls and emails from people speculating what, or who, might be responsible. The theories range from scavengers such as carrion bugs eating the carcasses to people attacking the animals to cause financial harm to ranchers. One person suggested that Jenkins look for craters underneath the carcasses, saying it would be evidence the bulls had been levitated into a spaceship, mutilated, and then dropped back to the ground. Jenkins, who is leading the investigation that also involves state police, has run into only dead ends, with no witnesses. “If anyone has concrete information or knows of any cases that have been solved in the past, that would definitely be helpful,” he said from his office in Burns. Colby Marshall, vice president of Silvies Valley Ranch that owned the bulls, has another theory: “We think that this crime is being perpetuated by some sort of a cult,” he said.

Feds: Deadly fentanyl have been shipped to Illinois through Chinese conspiracy A deadly form of fentanyl, a painkiller already responsible for many deaths, has been imported from China and has surfaced in Illinois, federal prosecutors say. The U.S. Attorney for Philadelphia this week indicted three Chinese nationals on 62 counts, most alleging distribution or a conspiracy to distribute U-47700 and/or furanyl fentanyl to people in five states, including Illinois, according to a press release shared with the pub-

lic by Tri-County Drug Enforcement Narcotic. The indictment alleges that from in or about April 2016 through on or about March 22, 2017, the defendants used the same alias, “Alex,” to operate a website used to sell fentanyl. “Make no mistake: China is waging an undeclared war on our country and our American way of life, with deadly drugs serving as its weapon of choice,” said U.S. Attorney William McSwain. “China is supplying the United

States with the most potent and deadly fentanyl and other synthetic opioids on the market today. Today’s indictment is an important step in choking the flow of these deadly drugs into the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. International suppliers beware: you cannot hide behind a computer or evade our detection by drug trafficking from a far-away place. Even if you are halfway around the world, you will be held to account for your crimes.”

Jordan C. Mitchell of 317 W. Second Place, Spring Valley, police said.

Streator was charged with failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident at 7:39 a.m. Tuesday at Route 18 and East Seventh Road in Richland Township, La Salle County Sheriff’s Office said. Holloway was charged after striking from behind a vehicle driven by Kristy Roemer of Streator, police said.

For the Record NEWCOMERS WAMHOFF — Mr. and Mrs. Joshua Wamhoff (Kaitlynn Dinges) of LaMoille, boy, Sept. 29, Illinois Valley Community Hospital, Peru. BARTOLI — Theodore Bartoli and Abigail Smith of Princeton, girl, Sept. 29, Illinois Valley Community Hospital, Peru. POLICE REPORTS Debra C. Doss, 50, of 346 E. 53rd St., Chicago was charged with driving while license suspended at 12:46 a.m. Wednesday at Shooting Park Road and Walnut Street, according to Peru police.

Christopher N. Holland, 34, of 329 E. Morrill Ave., Columbus, Ohio was charged with driving while license suspended at 9:40 p.m. Tuesday at Interstate 80 and Route 251, according to Peru police. Michael D. Weide, 24, of 6 E. 1430th St., Magnolia was charged with driving too fast for conditions after a two-vehicle crash at 6 p.m. Tuesday at Spalding and St. Paul streets, according to Spring Valley police. Weide was entering the intersection when his car struck an SUV driven by

PRINCETON — Koel R.W. Hjertstedt, 19, of Princeton was charged with failure to yield while turning and operating an uninsured vehicle at 4:17 p.m. Thursday at Fairground Avenue and West Peru Street, according to Princeton Police Department. PRINCETON — Cynthia M. Mathas, 21, of Sheffield was charged with operating an uninsured vehicle and driving with a suspended license at 8:24 p.m. Saturday in the 500 block of N. Main Street, according to Princeton Police Department.

Richard Nichols, 60, of Dixon received several charges over the weekend after Lee County Sheriff’s Office received a report from his “ex girlfriend’s daughter that she was being chased and threatened with a knife by” him. Nichols fled prior to deputy’s arrival at 1547 U.S. 52 in rural Dixon, and Nichols was located driving his vehicle north of Amboy, according to David A. Madonna, the sheriff’s office. 54, of 617 N. Strong According to the sherAve., Spring Valley was iff’s department: “Nichols charged with driving while suspended at 12:59 failed to stop for deputies and a pursuit was initia.m. today at North ated. The pursuit ended Columbia Avenue and Porter Street, Oglesby po- within Dixon city limits and Nichols was taken lice said. into custody without inciJames York, 29, of 1302 dent. Nichols is charged with aggravated fleeing N. Everett St., Streator and eluding a police was charged with driving officer (Class 4 felony, while suspended at 6:31 carrying a possible prison a.m. Tuesday at 2314 Route 23, La Salle County sentence of 1-3 years), unlawful use of weapons Sheriff’s Office said. and aggravated assault, both misdemeanors. Cole Holloway, 18, of

Classical guitarist to perform in Princeton Peter Fletcher, an American classical guitarist based in Detroit and New York City, will perform at Princeton Public Library at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 3 He performs over 100 concerts a year.

Fletcher offers an audience-friendly, solo recital including repertoire that runs the gamut from the Baroque period through the 20th century. This program is free and all are welcome to attend.

North Korea fires missile days before resuming talks SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea fired a ballistic missile from the sea on Wednesday, South Korea’s military said, a suggestion that it may have tested an underwater-launched missile for the first time in three years ahead of a resumption of nuclear talks with the United Boat For sale 1989 Four Winns States this weekend. 24ft with trailer. Runs good South Korean mili$3500. Call 815-664-8075 tary radars detected the Leave message North Korean missile flying about 450 kilometers at a maximum altitude of 910 kilometers after liftoff from a site about 17 kilometers off the North’s eastern coastal town of Wonsan, Defense Minister Jeong 2007 Layon Camper trailer, w/ 2 kyeong-doo said. slide out, sleep 6, fishing boat, Jeong said he believes grill. At FishNFun, McNabb, IL. 17Ft. Clark Built deep well the missile’s actual range fishing boat. Yamal 82 HS, is longer because North moter w/150 HS kicker, boat Korea appears to have trailer w/new tires. Call 815deliberately elevated 488-8106 for more information. its altitude. In the past, North Korea often fired missiles at a lofted angle to avoid neighboring countries. Some experts say the weapon fired today is a medium-range missile, which North 2010 Winnebago Via Korea stopped firing Motorhome, 25' Class A, 1 slide, Mercedes Diesel Motor, along with long-range excellent condition, most all missiles after it entered options, 52,000 miles. Asking into talks with the U.S. $64.500 815-481-3564

CAR FOR SALE 2015 1.6 liter Black Nissan Versa SL, 4 Door, EXCELLENT condition, 62,900 miles. Asking price is $8,000 or best offer. Call 630877-1686. Location is Oglesby, IL

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Found Wire prescription glasses left at garage sale in N. Peru on Saturday morning 9/28. Owner can pick up the glasses at the NewsTribune front desk.

Experienced Carpenter Pay based on experience, year round work. Send resume to: News Tribune, Box 440, 426 2nd St., La Salle, IL 61301

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Chairside Dental Assistant M-Thurs. Please apply to: Michael J. Grabowski DDS. 2200 Marquette Rd. Suite 107 Peru, IL 61354 Farm help needed for Harvesting and tillage work. Call 815-252-8576

Vermilion Riverfront Farm for Sale Deer Park Township 65.7 Acres with buildings Cropland, Timber, Pasture, Hunting, Fishing cddmfarm2018@gmail.com

General Assistance Fund 2019 Receipts Interest Earned $28; Total Receipts $28 Expenditures Home and Medical Relief $Total Expenditures $Excess of Receipts over Expenditures $28; Fund Balance, beginning of year $17,600; Fund Balance, end of year, General Assistance Fund $17,628 Equipment & Building Fund Receipts Property Tax $9,910; Interest Earned $54; Total Receipts $9,964 Expenditures Equipment & Building Maintenance $Total Expenditures $Excess of Receipts over Expenditures $9,964; Fund Balance, beginning of year $47,159; Fund Balance, end of year - Equipment & Building Fund $57,123 Joint Bridge fund Receipts Property Tax $14,158; Interest Earned $102; Total Receipts $14,260 Expenditures Bridge Maintenance $Total Expenditures $Excess of Receipts over Expenditures $14,260; Fund Balance, beginning of year $93,826; Fund Balance, end of year - Joint Bridge Fund $108,086 Subscribed and Sworn to Before me this 30th day of September 2019 Jayne Mancini, Notary Public (Oct. 2, 2019)

Male Blue Heeler Buddy was last seen downtown. REWARD $5,000 Call 1-815-866-4753 with any information

Health Care Now Hiring La Salle County Nursing Home RN's, LPN's, & CNA's Full time PM's & Midnights Excellent Benefits Health and Wellness Vacation Paid Holiday's Sick/Personal leave County Retirement Plans Life Insurance Optional Benefits: Dental and Vision Apply on line: lasallecounty.org or in person: 1380 N. 27th Rd. Ottawa, IL 61350 815-433-0476 Part time positions available!

Industrial Maintenance Electricians James Hardie Building Products, a recognized leader in the fiber cement industry, is currently hiring Electricians for our Peru, Illinois plant. How would you like to work with state-of-the art equipment, and gain the valuable training and experience needed to advance in your career? At James Hardie, you will be able to work with the latest PLCs and process controls, 480 V motors and servo controls, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), encoders, instrumentation, communications networks and other specialized equipment. If this sounds like a career opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply. We offer excellent 1st day benefits including health, dental, prescription and vision insurance; 2 weeks paid vacation; paid holidays; 401(k) savings plan with a dollar for dollar company match up to 6%, shift differential, plus many other perks. A great company is a place you can do great things. James Hardie is a company that promotes from within, provides opportunities for career development and advancement, and provides a challenging work environment.

Estate Sale 95 years of treasures. 358 Shoemacher Marseilles Thurs – Sat 9-5. Furn, antiq, art, hsewares, tools, lawn & garden, vintage fabrics, etc. EVERYTHING MUST GO GARAGE SALE 102 Maple Street Cedar Point

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LaSalle: 2999 Chartres St. Fri. & Sat. 9-1. Books 5 for $1 misc, hshld, xmas & fall, clths m & l.

LaSalle: 705 Baker Ave. Thurs. & Fri. 3pm -6pm & Sat. 8-2. jetted bath tub, men and women's clothes, wedding and home decor, gaming headphones, furniture MOVING SALE! 10/4 & 10/5 from 7a-12p. Everything must go! Furniture, like new small appliances, home and yard decor, camping equipment, and MUCH more. 638 N Mill St. Utica Peru 808 28th St. - Fri. 9-3 & Sat. 9-1. Boys jr, adult & big mens 2x-5x clths, shoes & boots, bedding, home décor, holiday, ceiling fans much more!

LEGAL IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT LaSALLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS OLD SECOND NATIONAL BANK, ) a National Bank, ) ) Plaintiff, ) ) v. ) No. 2017 CH 183 ) JAMES R. CAMPBELL, UNKNOWN ) OWNERS AND NON RECORD ) CLAIMANTS, ) ) Defendants. ) NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered by the Court in the above-entitled cause on August 27, 2019, the property hereinafter described or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said judgment, will be sold to the highest bidder. (A) The name, address and telephone number of the person to contact for information regarding the real estate is: Aaron Johnson Old Second National Bank 92 Frontage Road Sugar Grove, IL 60554 (630) 466-6356 (B) The common address and other common description of the property, if any, of the real estate: 1304 Reva Lane, Sandwich, Illinois 60548 (C) The legal description of the real estate is: Lot 1304 in Addition Number 6 of Lake Holiday Development, Northville Township, according to Plat thereof recorded May 10, 1966 as Document #522190 in Plat Book Y at page 14 in LaSalle County. (D) A description of the improvements on the real estate is: single family residential property (E) The real estate may be inspected prior to sale at the following times: Drive by only. (F) The time and place of the sale is: October 16, 2019, 10:15 a.m. 707 East Etna Road – Lobby Ottawa, IL 61350 (G) The terms of the sale are: Cash (10% at time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours.) The subject property 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. The property will NOT be open for inspection. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than the mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). (H) Title will be conveyed subject to all general real estate taxes which are a lien upon the real estate, and special assessments, if any, pre-existing and/or superior liens, liens not foreclosed (including, in this case, a first mortgage to a different creditor), and easements and restrictions of record. Potential buyers are admonished to perform due diligence. This is a second mortgage. /s/ James C. James, III One of the Attorneys for Plaintiff Attorney James C. James, III ALSCHULER, SIMANTZ & HEM, LLC Attorney I.D. #06185536 1961 West Downer Place Aurora, IL 60506-4384 (630) 892-7021 - Phone (630) 892-7158 - Facsimile ashlaw@ashlaw.net (September 18, 25 & October 2, 2019)

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ESTATE AUCTION Sunday, October 6th at 10 a.m.

LaSalle County 4-H Fairgrounds 1578 4-H Rd. Ottawa, IL 61350 Dresen Auction Services Modern & Antique Furniture, Dining & Bedroom Sets, Tools, JD 170 Riding Mower, Guns & Ammo (To Sell at 10:30am) Winchester Super-X Model 1 12Ga., Black Powder Rifle & Others (20$ Transfer Fee; Handled by “Lost in the Hills Gun Shop” Marseilles, IL; Reloading Equip., Hunting Collectibles, Antiques, Jewelry, Household & Glassware, Artwork, Books Terms: Cash, Check, Credit Card (Add 3% for CC’s. All Sales are Final. Current Photo ID Required to Register. (Preview at 7:30, Rain or Shine)

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PUBLIC AUCTION The following will be Sold at the ON SITE LOCATION of 111 North Chicago Ave. in Ladd, IL on: SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2019 Time: 1:00 P.M. View FULL Listing and Photos on website: www.tumblesonauction.com

PRIMITIVE, ANTIQUE & MODERN FURNITURE, BOOKS, ADVERTISING, TOYS, ANTIQUES, COLLECTIBLES & HOUSEHOLD ITEMS

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E-mail: ttauction@yahoo.com or Phone 815-872-1852 Auctioneers: Tom & Mary Tumbleson & Tiffany Foes

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3BR apts. Available in Oglesby. All utilities included No pets/smking Laundry on site. Background check req. 815-579-1786

PERU OAK TERRACE APTS. Studios, 1-2 BR, Appli., Large, Spacious,Patios, Quiet area, near shopping & I-80 Starting at $505. Call 815-579-8561 OR 815-410-5150 Peru,Oglesby,Ottawa 1,3,&4 bd Apts & houses 626-262-1673 SPRING VALLEY Apartments for Rent! For more info, call 815-343-9066

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NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT LaSALLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS OLD SECOND NATIONAL BANK, ) a National Bank, ) ) Plaintiff, ) ) v. ) No. 2017 CH 183 ) JAMES R. CAMPBELL, UNKNOWN ) OWNERS AND NON RECORD ) CLAIMANTS, ) ) Defendants. ) NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered by the Court in the above-entitled cause on August 27, 2019, the property hereinafter described or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said judgment, will be sold to the highest bidder. (A) The name, address and telephone number of the person to contact for information regarding the real estate is: Aaron Johnson Old Second National Bank 92 Frontage Road Sugar Grove, IL 60554 (630) 466-6356 (B) The common address and other common description of the property, if any, of the real estate: 1304 Reva Lane, Sandwich, Illinois 60548 (C) A description of the improvements on the real estate is: single family residential property (D) The real estate may be inspected prior to sale at the following times: Drive by only. (E) The time and place of the sale is: October 16, 2019, 10:15 a.m. 707 East Etna Road – Lobby Ottawa, IL 61350 (F) The terms of the sale are: Cash (10% at time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours.) The subject property 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. The property will NOT be open for inspection. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than the mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). (G) Title will be conveyed subject to all general real estate taxes which are a lien upon the real estate, and special assessments, if any, pre-existing and/or superior liens, liens not foreclosed (including, in this case, a first mortgage to a different creditor), and easements and restrictions of record. Potential buyers are admonished to perform due diligence. This is a second mortgage. /s/ James C. James, III One of the Attorneys for Plaintiff Attorney James C. James, III ALSCHULER, SIMANTZ & HEM, LLC Attorney I.D. #06185536 1961 West Downer Place Aurora, IL 60506-4384 (630) 892-7021 - Phone (630) 892-7158 - Facsimile ashlaw@ashlaw.net (September 18, 25 & October 2, 2019)

REAL ESTATE AUCTION: SAT., OCT. 19 • 10:00AM Located At: #729 Chestnut St. Ottawa, IL

Directions: Exit I-80 at the Rt. 23 Exit (Exit #90) & go South Approx. 2-1/4 Miles to Downtown Ottawa, then 5 blocks West on Jefferson St. (corner of Chestnut and Jefferson streets)

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LEGAL The following is a statement by Tom Bruch, Supervisor for Eden Township in the county of LaSalle, State of Illinois, of the amount of public funds received and disbursed by the Township during the fiscal year ending on the 31st day of March, 2019. TOWN FUND 2019 Receipts Property Tax $65,856; Personal Property Replacement Tax $1,138; Interest Earned $62; Total Town Fund Receipts $67,056 Expenditures Salaries $41,453; Payroll Taxes $7,312; Accounting $645; Capital Purchases $2,850; Miscellaneous $3,464; Total Town Fund Expenditures $55,724 Excess of Operating Receipts over Expenditures Fund Balance, beginning of year $40,372 Fund Balance, end of year - Town Fund $51,704 ROAD & BRIDGE FUND Receipts Property Tax $86,150; Personal Property Replacement Tax $3,313; Interest Earned $236; Other $3,948 Total Road & Bridge Fund Receipts $93,647 Expenditures Salaries $3,886; Payroll Taxes $297; Insurance $9,018; Road Repairs $43,966 Total Road & Bridge Fund Expenditures $57,167 Excess of Operating Receipts over Expenditures $36,480 Fund Balance, beginning of year $208,866 Fund Balance, end of year - Road & Bridge Fund $245,346

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Restaurant/Bar/Bowling Alley/ Apartments Former Carretto’s Bar and Bowl 1A 2 story Building (approx 14,400 total gross Sq. Ft.) The building will be open for Inspection on Thurs., Oct. 3, from with: • Large Bar room W/ Lg. Oval Shaped Bar & 35 4:00 to 7:00 PM or by appointment. Padded Bar Stools, 2 Flatscreen TV’s, Ice Machine, Draft Beer System and 2 Coolers • Dining Room W/ 10 Tables W/ 34 Chairs & 7 Lg. Booths W/ Tables• Possible 6 - Lane Bowling Alley • Commercial Kitchen W/ all the equipment (Walk in Cooler/freezer, 2 Deep Fryers, 10 Burner Gas Range, Dish Machine) • 2 - sets of Public Restrooms • 3 - Upstairs Apartments (2 - two bedroom/one bath units & 1 - one bedroom/one bath unit • 7,200 Sq. Ft. lot • Zoned C-2, General Business District

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HAVING DECIDED TO RETIRE, THE FLOWER MART WILL SELL ALL THE FOLLOWING ITEMS TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER. EVERYTHING MUST GO 228 GOODING ST., LA SALLE, ILLINOIS

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PICTURES ON AUCTIONZIP.COM THIS IS PARTIAL LISTING AS THERE ARE MANY DUPLICATES OF ITEMS THERE WILL BE SEVERAL HAYRACKS OF MERCHANDISE THIS AUCTION CONSISTS OF NEW MERCHANDISE TO INCLUDE HUNDREDS OF SILK FLOWERS, HUNDREDS OF ROLLS OF RIBBON, ACCENT GREENS, FOILAGE,DECORATIVE & UTILITY BASKETS, NEW CANDLES, WEDDING SUPPLIES, POTTERY VASES, NOVELTY ACCESSORIES, BRASS FIGURES AND FLOWER POTS, BERRIES& FRUIT ACCESSORIES, HUNDREDS OF VASES, ROSE VASES, CONCRETE FIGURES, PLUS ITEMS USED IN THIS TYPE OF BUSINESS ANTIQUE STAIN GLASS CHURCH WINDOW, PINEWORK TABLE, CARD RACK, SHELVING, COOLER COMPRESSOR SELLER: THE FLOWER MART BECKER AUCTION SERVICE LA MOILLE, ILLINOIS

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