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Tightening the educational belt School board looks at ways to trim budget By Dixie Schroeder dschroeder@putnamcountyrecord.com
GRANVILLE — The Putnam County School District is looking to cut back its budget for the 2013-14 school year. At the Feb. 19 school board meeting, Superintendent Jay McCracken presented a review of the school budget as of Dec. 31, 2012. He noted
what percentage of the allotted funds had been spent. McCracken said that for the most part, the district was on the right track, however, the board should start to prepare now for next year’s budget. McCracken said a potential $200,000 could be trimmed from the operations and maintenance budget.
“The district would rather put that money toward the students and curriculum for now,” he said. Another place to possibly save money is the renegotiation of the district’s Ameren contract, since the current contract is up this school year. While not a certainty at this time, McCrack-
en said the elimination of one teacher and two paraprofessionals might be another way to save money. “No action will be taken on this tonight,” McCracken said. McCracken said the state owes the district $251,008 in back payments. “The state is so unpredictable,” he said. “We’re just being very, very careful.”
The district is anticipating deficit spending in Fiscal Year 2013 in the amount of $878,400. About $361,593 of that is from a loss in corporate personal property replacement tax, McCracken said. In other business, junior high science teacher John Slingsby was presented with an outstanding teacher award. This award was given to him because a parent at the junior high school had written a complimen-
tary letter about him and sent it to the board and McCracken. According to the letter, ‘Slingsby went above and beyond normal teacher actions” in watching out for the child of this parent. McCracken said he liked this idea so much, that the district will start to give these awards out to other staff members who are nominated by co-workers or parents.
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Does Hennepin need an investment policy? Bolin: ‘It’s a mistake’ By Dixie Schroeder dschroeder@putnamcountyrecord.com
HENNEPIN – Monetary issues were on the agenda for the village of Hennepin’s monthly meeting on Feb. 20. The village board’s financial committee brought Chris Cyr of Cyr Financial to make a presentation. Cyr told board members they need to start thinking about what kind of financial risk the board is willing to take when managing its investments. For example, certificates of deposits are a safer investment than a money market account, he said. “You don’t have to have an investment policy, but it might be a good idea,” Cyr said. Village Attorney Roger Bolin was not in favor of the idea of developing an investment policy for the village. While admitting he had never seen an investment policy for a village of Hennepin’s size, he said he thought having one would be a mistake. “It’s a mistake. The board has done pretty good over the years making the investments it has,” Bolin said. “About the first time you craft an investment policy that says you should or you should not, and you deviate — or it is believed you deviate from that written policy — there will be issues ... When you have a policy saying you will do ‘X’, ‘Y’, and ‘Z’ and then you don’t do it, someone will point a finger at you and ask you what the heck you are doing.”
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‘We’re No. 1!’ The Putnam County Panthers celebrate Feb. 22 after winning the IHSA Henry 1A Regional after defeating the Marquette Academy Crusaders 50-39 at Henry-Senachwine High School. The Panthers’ sectional action begins at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 27 in Putnam County’s R.M. Germano Gymnasium against Ridgeview Mustangs.
Granville board agrees to TIF plan By Ken Schroeder kschroeder@putnamcountyrecord.com
GRANVILLE – The Granville Village Board agreed to establish a tax increment financing (TIF) district with the assistance of Moran Development at its regular meeting Feb. 19.
That agreement was one of the main conditions for Dollar General to potentially come to Granville. At the meeting, Keith Moran of Moran Development reiterated the village’s qualifications for the TIF district. Of the 114 parcels in the pro-
posed district, 101 are developed with 13 parcels vacant. Of those 114 parcels, 80 of them have buildings, with more than half of them being more than 35 years old and/ or showing signs of deterioration. Four of those buildings are vacant, and the entire district has
inadequate utilities. The proposed TIF district runs along the north side of Route 71 from PC Foods to just past Hawthorne Street, dipping south of Route 71 just east of Elm Street for the proposed Dollar General site. From Route 71, the district will
encompass both sides of McCoy Street heading north to Main Street and will include the park and a parcel of land east of McCoy between Hopkins and Harrison streets. Moran also presented a business district development plan, which would result in a tax on goods
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sold at Dollar General. That tax would offset the cost of the village’s installation of water and sewer to the proposed site. The TIF district is currently projected for a time period of 23 years, during which the village
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High school principal Bob Peterson made a presenPOSTMASTER: tation to the board conSend address changes to cerning the current grade the Putnam County Record, point average system the P.O. Box 48, Granville, IL high school uses. The 61326 current system has the staff using the SDS and TeacherEase programs. Peterson said PCHS also uses a 5.0 system for computing grade point average as opposed to and VISTA.Ad.BCR_Layout 1 2/13/13 most 4:17 PMhigh Page schools 1
inform the company of the proposed TIF district and the village’s willingness to help bring a store to town. A public hearing on the TIF district will be held at 6:15 p.m. March 5, just before the next regular board meeting. The TIF district is expected to be in place by mid-May. In other business, the board: • Heard reports from Aaron Full of Chamlin and Associates on the water and sewer exten-
sions to the Dollar General site and the current status of the salt storage and sewage pump projects. • Voted to consider a petition from Al Cioni regarding building a new car lot near the Dollar General site. • Voted to donate $160 to Special Olympics and $500 to the Granville Fire Department. • Set a date for discussion of the horse “diaper” law for 9 a.m. on March 2 at the Village Hall.
many colleges that use a 4.0 system. Peterson would like the high school to move to a 4.0 grade point average system and use TeacherEase. McCracken said that a recommendation would be made at the March board meeting. He praised Peterson for all the research and work he had done on this project. McCracken mentioned he appreciated how the village of Granville informed the school district about the plans to
implement a TIF district. McCracken said he was able to attend the meeting and said, “The village of Granville did a nice job of including us in the process.” School social worker Brandy Baele, who works at the primary and elementary schools, did a presentation to the board about how she teaches students how to develop problem solving skills. Baele shared many of the books and posters she uses in the process.
Cyr will be in attendance at the March board meeting for the board to learn more about investments and possibly making an investment policy. Sandy Hrasch, director at the Hennepin Park District, presented her 2013 budget to the board. After reviewing it with the board members, Hrasch was told the budget needed to be cut by 10 percent. “This is temporary until our investments come back,” Trustee Rich Casey said. In 2012, the Hennepin Park District’s recreation budget was set at $8,750. Hrasch asked the board what programs the board would not mind being cut. Board members responded that swimming lessons should continue as usual. “Swimming lessons are a must,” Casey said. The board gave Hrasch the authority to cut and adjust programs as she saw fit. “You know this program better than anybody,” Trustee Paul Miskowiec said.
In other business, the board approved a $2,000 increase to the annual fireworks budget. Miskowiec said the 2012 firework budget was set at $17,400. This year, with the increased income, the budget will stand at $16,900. Miskowiec said the company the village works with provides bonus shells for signing long-term contracts and making early payments on their agreement. Costs associated with the fireworks program have gone up as well. “We are now paying $1,300 for insurance for a 20-minute display set off electronically,” he said. In other news: • Rob Spratt gave the village an update on his 5K run plans for May 25. • Christina JuddMennie asked the board to address the ramp on the side of her new building that is a hazard for pedestrians. “I have already had two people fall since moving in,” Judd-Mennie said. She has asked the building owner to remove the ramp and make it safe for pedestrians to walk on that side of her building.
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CPASA expands outreach with social media By Donna Barker Shaw Media Service
PRINCETON — The Community Partners Against Substance Abuse (CPASA) coalition is developing its use of social media as an outreach in its battle against substance abuse among area young people. About 50 people attended a CPASA meeting at the Bureau/Putnam County Health Department in Princeton on Feb. 19, at which CPASA member Terry Madsen talked about the CPASA website, at www.cpasa. org, as well as the CPASA Facebook page. CPASA’s web page offers a variety of information, including projects and programs, a question/answer section on signs of abuse or addiction and treatment options, as well as information on different substances and also available resources, Madsen said. As detailed on the CPASA web page, the state of Illinois is encouraging partnerships around the state of organizations and groups, like CPASA, who share similar missions and
goals, Madsen said. The Illinois National Guard has partnered with CPASA and other similar coalitions to form the statewide Illinois Coalition Against Substance Abuse. Looking at CPASA’s Facebook page, Madsen said there is interesting information posted on the Facebook page, as well as messaging opportunities. The CPASA page currently has 39 friends and hopefully that number will increase as more people become aware of the page, he said. In other discussion at the meeting, CPASA coordinator Dawn Conerton said CPASA is expanding its Prescription Pill and Drug Disposal (P2D2) program to include the communities of Ladd and Walnut. CPASA had previously partnered with law enforcement agencies to establish permanent collection boxes at the Spring Valley Police Department, Princeton Police Department, Putnam County Sheriff’s Department and the Bureau County Sheriff’s Department. Since starting the program in July 2010, the local P2D2 pro-
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gram has collected about 2,800 pounds of unwanted prescription drugs for proper disposal, Conerton said. The CPASA area of Putnam and Bureau counties is unique with six prescription drug collection boxes, which is great for an area this size, Conerton said, adding some states don’t have any P2D2 program or collection boxes. The next P2D2 collection day is set for April 27, as part of the national Take Back Day. Hopefully people from the neighboring communities will also take their unwanted prescription medicines to the drop-off boxes in Bureau and Putnam counties, Conerton said.. In other business, Conerton reviewed other upcoming events, including a Beverage Sellers and Servers Education Training program set for March 20 at the Bureau/ Putnam County Health Department, the Teen Showcase program April 11 at the Seneca Oak Ridge Golf Course for area teens, and the national “We Choose project” set for May 12-18, which will be done locally.
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Protecting your heart Little steps can turn into life-saving steps in the fight against heart disease, according to state health officials. In recognition of February as American Heart Month, Dr. LaMar Hasbrouck, director of the Illinois Department of Public Health, has urged Illinois residents to know the signs of a heart attack and what can be done to reduce the risk of a heart attack. “Heart disease doesn’t just start one day in your 40s or 50s. It can be the result of not taking care of yourself over your lifetime – not being physically active, smoking, high stress levels and not eating a nutritious diet,” Hasbrouck said. “What you do in your teens, 20s and 30s can impact your health as you get older. It is important that all age groups embrace a healthy lifestyle and work to lower the chance of having a heart attack or stroke.” According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in three deaths is the result of heart disease and stroke, equaling 2,200 deaths each day in the United States. Joy Jaraczewski, health educator with the
Risk factors to heart disease Things that can increase your risk of heart disease include: • High blood cholesterol • High blood pressure • Diabetes • Overweight or obesity • Physical inactivity • Smoking Source: Illinois Department of Public Health.
Bureau/Putnam County Health Department, also reviewed some of those risk factors to heart disease, including smoking, obesity, a poor diet and a lack of physical activity. Also, there has been a common misconception that heart disease is primarily a man’s disease, but that is not the case. As men have gotten more educated about their heart during the years, the statistics have gotten better for men. Many of her recent heart programs funded through grants are now geared toward women, Jaraczewski said. The big thing to remember is that a person is never too young or never too old to take at least some steps toward developing a healthier, heartfriendly lifestyle, Jaraczewski said.
Looking at specific recommendations, Jaraczewski said people should definitely stay away from smoking, which is the worst thing for the heart. People can also incorporate a bit more physical activity into their days, even while at work. For instance, while sitting at a desk, people can do something as simple as a few leg lifts. Even a few minutes a day of simple activities will help, but some aerobic exercise is also needed for a healthier heart, she said. The local health department has information and materials available for people wanting to learn more about heart disease and how to live healthier lifestyles, Jaraczewski said. “We all have a heart, and we all need to learn what to do to protect it,” she said.
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Lake Thunderbird woman found dead By Ken Schroeder kschroeder@putnamcountyrecord.com
LAKE THUNDERBIRD – A Lake Thunderbird woman, Emily K. Dunn, 31, was found dead along Lake Thunderbird Drive Feb. 15 by the Putnam County Sheriff’s Department. The sheriff’s department was responding to a 911 call received at 6:41 p.m. about a subject with a possible gunshot wound. Putnam County Coroner Bobby Cofoid performed an autopsy Feb. 16, with results sent to the
sheriff’s office. Foul play is not suspected. No further information is available until the state police finish their investigation. The incident is being investigated as a suicide by the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office, the Illinois State Police Crime Scene Services and the Putnam County Death Investigator. The Putnam County Sheriff’s office was assisted by Henry Fire and Ambulance, Putnam County EMS, the Lake Thunderbird management and Senachwine Township.
Kinzinger to speak at Lincoln Day Dinner SPRING VALLEY – Rep. Adam Kinzinger, (R-16), will be the featured speaker at the annual Putnam County Republican Lincoln Day Dinner March 10 at the Spring Valley Boat Club. Kinzinger is in his second term in the U.S. House of Representatives, where he serves on both the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and the Foreign Affairs Committee. Kinzinger is also the
Republican deputy whip. Kinzinger is a member of the Illinois Air National Guard as a pilot at the rank of major. The family-style chicken dinner will begin at 5:30 p.m. and costs $25 per person. To make a reservation, call Alma Toedter at 815-339-6261, Jim Gibson at 815-9257481 or Trudy Sandberg at 815-882-2579. Reservations are due by March 4.
Putnam County Court Driving 11-14 mph above the limit
Michelle R. Muntz, 52, Streator, fined $230 plus three months supervision.
Driving 15-20 mph above the limit
Jameel D. Brown, 35, Crest Hill, fined $120. Jan Michael Foster, 40, Ladd, fined $120. Rex D. Hockaday, 49, Peoria, fined $120. Colin P. Kenny, 29, Peoria, fined $120. Dorothy M. Kunde, 79, Lacon, fined $120. Paul L. Mueller, 54, Palos Heights, fined $280 plus six months supervision. Eric A. Schave, 53, Henry, $280 plus six months supervision. Brett Antonin, 24, Pekin, fined $120. Sandra Blair, 49, Princeton, fined $120.
Jason Marquis, 27, Princeton, fined $120. Joel Rissman, 55, Leaf River, fined $120.
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Joyce L. Vulcani HENNEPIN — Joyce L. Vulcani, 69, of Hennepin passed away Sunday, Feb. 17, 2013, with her loving family by her side. Joyce was born on Dec. 30, 1943, in Joyce Vulcani LaSalle to Frank and Ann (Kozel) Kastigar. She married Dennis Vulcani on Nov. 19, 1966, in St. Roch’s Church, LaSalle. She graduated from Northern Illinois University with a bachelor’s degree and received her master’s degree in education from
Grace L. (Anderson) Wepner GILMAN — Grace Louise (Anderson) Wepner, formerly of Granville, died at 6:19 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2013, at Gilman Health Care Center in Gilman, where she had resided for several years. She had suffered from Alzheimer’s disease. Mrs. Wepner was born March 12, 1925, in Peru to Carl Leslie and Rose Matilda (Meebold) Anderson. She married Robert Walter Wepner. He died in 1983. Although they had no children, she touched the lives of many through her work and volunteerism. She attended Granville Grade School and Hopkins Township High School in Granville where she played clarinet in the school band and graduated in 1943. She was a graduate of the University of Illinois in Champaign. She was a member of the United Church of Christ Congregational in Granville
Betty Jane Kuhl MAGNOLIA — Betty Jane Kuhl of Magnolia passed away at 9:47 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013, at St. Joseph’s Nursing Home in Lacon. She was born Jan. 8, 1926, in Selby to Guy Long and his wife, Mary Randall. She married Wilbur E. Kuhl Sr. on Jan. 9, 1942, in Hennepin. He preceded her in death on June 4, 2000. Betty was a homemaker and a farm wife taking care of home,
Illinois State University. She also attended graduate school at the University of Northern Colorado and Memphis State University. She was a wonderful wife and mother. She retired from teaching in LaSalle-Peru High School after 30 years. Joyce and her husband also owned and operated Rolando’s Supper Club in Hennepin for 30 years. She was a member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Hennepin. Surviving are her husband, Dennis Vulcani of Hennepin; two daughters, Karen (James Bohne) Vulcani of Hennepin and Julie (Joe Edwards) Vulcani of Petos-
key, Mich.; and two grandsons. She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Patricia; and one brother, Frank. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Feb. 20 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Hennepin, with Father Patrick DeMeulemeester officiating. Burial was in St. Anthony’s Catholic Cemetery, Hennepin. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to St. Jude. Pallbearers were Julie Enzenberger, Terry Lane, Damian Grivetti, Bud Friel, Vince Menendez and James Bohne.
and the Gilman United Methodist Church. For 16 years, she worked as a county home advisor for the Cooperative Extension Services, a position which included giving lessons for Home Bureau Units, writing newspaper columns, conducting radio shows, acting as a county fair judge and working with 4-H Clubs. She was then employed in the food service office at Copley Hospital in Aurora. Later, she was a first grade teacher in Yorkville. After moving to Gilman to care for her parents, she taught English to a bilingual kindergarten class. She was a life member of Alpha Nu, the Illinois chapter of Epsilon Sigma Phi, of the Extension Professionals’ Organization. She served as president and regional representative for the Yorkville Teachers Association, president of the Iroquois County Retired Teachers Association, president of the Gilman Women’s Club and
was a member of the Ford-Iroquois Farm Bureau Women’s Committee. In 1992, she traveled with 15 other women to Washington, D.C., to lobby for Farm Bureau programs. She also served as vice president of the Gilman Senior Citizens, a group organized by her parents in 1966. She is survived by two nieces and one nephew; cousins; and one sister-in-law, Sue Anderson of Winter Haven, Fla. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents and one brother, Carl Andrew Anderson. Services were held Feb. 18 at the Redenius Funeral Home, Gilman, with Pastor Dennis Brooks of the Gilman United Methodist Church officiating. Visitation was also held Feb. 18 at the funeral home. Burial was in the Granville Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the Gilman United Methodist Church in Gilman.
kids and the farm. She also worked at Mid American Growers and Moews Seed Corn. She is survived by eight children, Linda (Randy) Holdcraft of McNabb, Wilbur Kuhl Jr. of Washburn, Arthur (Jo Ellen) Kuhl of Putnam, Patsy Merdian of Toluca, Mary (Michael) Serpette of Putnam, Helen Bogner of Henry, Margie Smith of Minier and William (Donna) Kuhl of Magnolia; one brother, John (Rosie) Long of Broadwell; one sister, Darlene Kuhl of Henry; 26
grandchildren; 41 great-grandchildren; and eight great-greatgrandchildren. Betty was preceded in death by six brothers, three sisters and five grandchildren. Services will be at 11 a.m. Feb. 28 at the Lenz Memorial Home. Burial will be in the Henry City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Feb. 27 and one hour prior to services Feb. 28. Memorials can be made to the family to help defray expenses.
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Magnolia man arrested A Magnolia man has a court date after a traffic stop by the Putnam County Sheriff’s Department at 11:40 p.m. Feb. 16.
Duane A. Antolik, 55, of 13538 Illinois Highway 18 was stopped on Route 26 at County Highway 675 North for speeding. Upon inves-
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Be prepared! By Donna Barker Shaw Media Service
PRINCETON — A local agency has developed a budget-friendly, sixmonth plan for Bureau/ Putnam County families and individuals to get their emergency preparedness kits ready and in place. Lisa Clinton, spokesperson with the Bureau/ Putnam County Health Department Emergency Preparedness group, said the budget-friendly plan encourages people to prepare for disasters before they happen. The
goal is to have basic supplies on hand in order to survive for at least three days after an emergency. Not only are there basic supplies which should be kept on hand, but families should also consider where they live and the unique needs of their family to create an emergency supply kit which will meet those needs, she said, adding the start of the new year in January is a perfect time to begin building an emergency kit. There are several advantages in spreading the building of disaster
preparedness kits over a six-month period. For one thing, people wouldn’t incur all the expenses at one time. Also, the work and “To Do” lists of each week’s schedule doesn’t have to be done all at one time. Plus, by spreading the work and expense of the emergency kits throughout the six-month period, people will also be keeping emergency preparedness before them and in the forefront of their minds each week, she said. Clinton said the important thing about emergency preparedness kits
is simply to have one. In the event of a disaster, like a tornado or blizzard, area response teams and help groups could be overwhelmed, so people will do much better if they are prepared to handle their own needs for at least a few days, she said. “It’s very important that individuals and families are prepared as best as they can be in the event of an emergency,” Clinton said. For additional information on creating a budgetfriendly emergency kit, visit www.bpchd.org or www.ready.gov.
Property transfers The following property transfers were recently recorded at the Putnam County Recorder of Deeds office in the Putnam County Courthouse: Feb. 1 Putnam County Sheriff to Spring Valley City Bank, rural property, exempt. Robert H. Clausen and Sharon L. Clausen to Daniel A. Clausen, rural property, exempt. Robert H. Clausen and Sharon L. Clausen to Jon R. Clausen, rural property, exempt. United Steelworkers of America Local No. 7367 to Putnam County, rural property, $85,000. Feb. 4 Kari A. Bamer N/K/A Kari A. Brown to Thomas D. Brown and Kari A. Brown, rural property, exempt. Feb. 6 Monna Fay Barta to Richard L. Hopkins, rural property, exempt.
Richard L. Hopkins and Phillip N. Hopkins to Richard L. Hopkins, rural property, exempt. Ann Novak to M.U.K. Corporation, Lot #8, Ernat’s First Addition, village of Mark, $15,000. Putnam County Sheriff to Household Finance Corp. III, rural property, exempt. Feb. 7 Putnam County Sheriff to the village of Magnolia, part of Lot No. 154, Patterson’s Addition, village of Magnolia, exempt. Putnam County Sheriff to the village of Magnolia,
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From the editor’s desk It’s difficult to believe it’s nearly the end of February already. Why it seems like we were just taking down the Christmas tree and uncorking the start of a New Year! Where did the time go? It won’t be long before Daylight Saving Time (March 10) allows us to “spring forward,” and we’ll all get an extra hour of daylight ... which is OK by me. ••• On behalf of the staff of the Putnam County Record, I’d like to applaud the Putnam County boys and girls basketball teams. Wow! What a great group of athletes. Equally important, we’re so impressed with the coaching staffs, the parents and the fans of both of these great teams. Our hats are off to all of you! ••• While it’s great to mention these two athletic teams, we’re also continually impressed with the many other students involved in the day-to-day activities in the Putnam County School District. The staff, parents and students should feel so good about the exemplary programs at the schools in the district. Please keep your press releases and Terri photos coming, so we can continue to let Simon the public know all the wonderful things happening in your schools. Also, don’t hesitate to give us a call when you have something special happening, so we can come and take a photo. You can reach us at 815-339-2321. ••• What do you think? The Putnam County Record appreciates your Letters to the Editor on current events. Letters should be 500 words or less, and include your name, hometown and telephone number. We will not publish your telephone number, but we will call you to verify your signature on the letter. You can mail your Letters to the Editor to Putnam County Record, P.O. Box 48, Granville, IL 61326; email it to news@putnamcountyrecord.com. or drop it by our office in Granville. ••• Thought for today: “Whoever said anybody has a right to give up?” Marian Wright Edelman. Thought for tomorrow: “You miss 100 percent of the shots you never take.” Wayne Gretzky. ••• I hope you’ve been enjoying the ongoing series we’ve been running on the churches of Putnam County, which we’ve dubbed, “Spiritually speaking ...” Likewise, we’re very impressed with the county’s libraries, so we decided to feature the county’s libraries in an ongoing series too. ••• As much as the Putnam County Record would like to attend every event in the county, we clearly can’t make it to every activity. However, we do encourage you to snap a photo at your local event, and email it to us with information about who is in the photo and what kind of event you had. You can email those photos to news@ putnamcountyrecord.com or drop them by our office in Granville. We’ll be happy to publish your photo. ••• I’ve recently had a few telephone calls from people asking me to keep their police beat out of the newspaper. While I sympathized with their stories, please know I will never honor those requests. Our integrity and credibility rests on being fair to everyone, and I can’t take one name out of a police blotter and feel good about it. All names/arrests will always be published. ••• Do you know a high school student who enjoys writing? I am currently looking for a high school student who might like to write a column occasionally for the Putnam County Record. I am open to a variety of possibilities, so feel free to give me a call. I can be reached at 815-875-4461, ext. 229, or email me at tsimon@putnamcountyrecord.com. I’d also be interested in speaking with someone who enjoys taking photos and has time to cover a few events during the week and on the weekends. Again, give me a call at the number listed above or send me an email. ••• Life is not a dress rehearsal. Make time for those you love. And remember ... you are important to me and the Putnam County Record.
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Field of Dreams Farewell, Stan the Man Stanley Musial, one of Major League Baseball’s legends, has died at the age of 93. He grew up in the Pennsylvania mining hills. His family were miners, but he escaped the mines by being a baseball player. He was a pure hitter. One time I heard him being interviewed on the radio, and he said he always worked the count to where he had two strikes before he would hit. He was a very patient hitter. In the late 1940s, Howard (Swish) Showrang, Doug Moews, Bradley Johnson and I drove to St. Louis to see the Cardinals in the old Sportsman’s Park where the American League St. Louis Browns also played. We would stay at least a couple days attending double-header games. When Stan came to bat, there was always a good chance he would get a hit. His major league career was defined by his achievements. Three World Series championships, three MVP awards, 3,630 hits, 1,951 RBIs, 24 All-Star
Darrell Alleman COMMENTARY Game appearances and a career batting average of .331. Stan had a distinctive stance – a kind of half-crouch – and when he would swing, it seemed like he would uncoil. Most of his hits were low balls. A former Cardinals’ catcher said he was the best low-ball hitter in the history of the game. I remember Doug Moews and I saw a Cardinal/Cub game at Wrigley Field. After the game, we waited on the sidewalk out front of the stadium where the Cardinal bus waited for the players. I had my mother’s Kodak Box black and white film camera. Stan came walking out by himself, but he was walking away from us. Doug hollered “Stan!” and he stopped and looked at us. I snapped the picture and hollered “Thanks!” and he waved. I still have that picture, but it is blurry because I hurried
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Business&Ag Deadline approaches for discrimination suits WASHINGTON, D.C. – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack reminds Hispanic and women farmers and ranchers who allege discrimination by the USDA in past decades the filing period closes March 25. “Hispanic and women farmers who believe they have faced discriminatory practices in the past from the USDA have (until March 25) to file a claim in order to have a chance to receive a cash payment or loan forgiveness,” Vilsack said. “USDA urges potential claimants to contact the claims administrator for information and mail their claim packages on or before March 25.” The process offers a voluntary alternative to litigation for each Hispanic or female farmer and rancher who can prove that USDA denied his or her application for loan or loan servicing assistance for discriminatory reasons for certain time periods between 1981 and 2000. As announced in February 2011, the voluntary claims process will make available at least $1.33 billion for cash awards and tax relief payments, plus up to $160 million in farm debt relief, to eligible
Hispanic and women farmers and ranchers. There are no filing fees to participate in the program. The department will continue reaching out to potential Hispanic and female claimants around the country to get the word out to individuals who may be eligible for this program so they have the opportunity to participate. Call center representatives can be reached at 888-508-4429. Claimants may register for a claims package (by calling the number or visiting the website) or may download the forms from the website. All those interested in learning more or receiving information about the claims process and claims packages are encouraged to call center listed above from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. EST, Monday through Friday. Independent legal services companies will administer the claims process and adjudicate the claims. Although there are no filing fees to participate and a lawyer is not required to participate in the claims process, persons seeking legal advice may contact a lawyer or other legal services provider.
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ROCK ISLAND — Are you a woman who is involved in agriculture? Are you actively farming, working in the industry or married to a farmer? Women in agriculture are invited to a one-day seminar on March 22. Keynote speaker Erika Eckley will discuss two important tools in all family agricultural business and how to avoid problems in their implementation. The Women in Agriculture Conference will begin with registration at 8 a.m. followed by Erika Eckley’s keynote address on “Common Mistakes in Agricultural Estate Planning and Leasing” at 9 a.m. The keynote address will be followed by a wide variety of breakout sessions: • Cathy Ekstrand, senior market adviser, StewartPeterson Group: “Market-
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If you need a hotel room, there has been a block of rooms reserved at Jumer’s Hotel. To make your reservation, call 309-756-4696 by March 5 and ask for the Women in Agriculture Conference on March 22. This seminar is being brought to you by the Bureau, Carroll, Fulton, Henry, Hancock, Knox, Lee, Mercer, McDonough, Rock Island, Stark, Warren-Henderson, and Whiteside County Farm Bureaus in Illinois as well as the Scott County Farm Bureau in Iowa. River Valley Cooperative, John Deere and Co., River Gulf Grain Co., 1st Farm Credit Services, FS Growmark, Country Financial, Iowa State Extension, and University of Illinois Extension are also partners in this conference.
USDA announces sign-up for conservation reserve program MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced at the National Pheasant Fest and Quail Classic that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will conduct a fourweek general sign-up for the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP), beginning May 20 and ending on June 14. CRP has a 27-year legacy of protecting the nation’s natural resources through voluntary participation, while providing significant economic and environmental benefits to rural communities across the United States. Under Secretary Vilsack’s leadership, USDA has enrolled 11.7 million acres in various CRP efforts. “Since the 1980s, the CRP program has estab-
lished itself as a benchmark in voluntary conservation efforts, providing American producers with assets to address our most critical resource issues,” said Vilsack. “Last year, during one of the worst droughts in generations, the CRP proved vital in protecting our most environmentally sensitive lands from erosion. Emergency haying and grazing on CRP lands also supplied critical feed and forage for livestock producers due to the drought. And the program continues to bring substantial returns to rural areas, attracting recreation and tourism dollars into local economies while sustaining natural and wildlife habitat for future generations.”
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ronmentally sensitive land are encouraged to evaluate their options under CRP. Producers that are accepted in the sign-up can receive cost-share assistance to plant long-term, resource-conserving covers and receive an annual rental payment for the length of the contract (10-15 years). Producers also are encouraged to look into CRP’s other enrollment opportunities offered on a continuous, non-competitive, sign-up basis and that often provide additional financial assistance. Continuous sign-up dates will be announced at a later date. For more information on CRP and other FSA programs, visit a local FSA service center or www.fsa. usda.gov.
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Illinois crop summary for 2012
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Pletsch ranks in state competition Putnam County High School senior Austin Pletsch displays his appropriate stance as an interviewee in the State Job Interview competition for FFA. Pletsch earned a 13 ranking in state on Feb. 9 at Western Illinois University. He had to fill out an application, dress in the appropriate clothing of black slacks, white dress shirt, tie and FFA jacket and interview for a job. Pletsch has a strong entrepreneurial streak in him, taking the Career Class at the LaSalle Peru Area Vocational Center this year.
Shin receives subspecialty certification SPRING VALLEY — St. Margaret’s has announced Michael Shin, MD, orthopedic surgeon with St. Margaret’s Valley Orthopedics and Sports Medicine in Spring Valley, has earned a subspecialty certificate in orthopedic sports medicine. According to the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, “The subspecialty certificate in orthopaedic sports medicine is for those board-certified orthopaedic surgeons who have demonstrated qualifications in sports medicine beyond those expected of other orthopaedic surgeons by virtue of additional training, a practice characterized by a majority of
cases in sports medicine, and contributions to this field.” It is estimated that roughly 2,000 orthopedic surgeons across the country have this certification. Shin is now board-certified in both orthopedics and sports medicine and fellowship trained in arthroscopic surgery and sports medicine. He is a member of the American Orthopedic Society of Sports Medicine, the Arthroscopy Association of North America, and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. For more information, Shin can be contacted at St. Margaret’s Valley Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, 815664-5343, or visit www. aboutsmh.org.
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Production of corn for grain totaled 1.286 billion bushels in 2012, well below 2011 production of 1.947 billion bushels. The final yield was 105 bushels per acre, 52 bushels below last year. This was the lowest yield since 1988, when yield stood at 73 bushels per acre. Drought conditions in 2012 brought about the low yield. Acres planted in 2012 were up 200,000 from 2011 at 12.8 million, and 12.25 million acres were harvested for grain. Warm conditions in 2012 got planting off to an early start, with 5 percent of the crop planted as of March 25. Early planting and consistent dry conditions contributed to a crop maturing earlier than usual. Harvest ran well ahead of the usual pace. Low yields pushed farmers to harvest more of the crop for silage than is typical. The final yield for the 2012 soybean crop was 43.0 bushels per acre, 4.5 bushels below 2011. This was the lowest yield since 2003, when yield stood at 37.0 bushels per acre. Production in 2012 reached 383,560,000 bushels, down about 10 percent
from 2011. Acres planted in 2012 were up 100,000 from 2011 to 9.05 million acres. Acres harvested in 2012 stood at 8.92 million. Soybean harvest this year ran about the same pace as last year, which was above the 5-year average harvest progress. The final yield for the 2012 winter wheat crop was 63 bushels per acre, up two bushels from last year’s yield. Acreage seeded in the fall of 2011 was 660,000 acres, down 140,000 acres from 2010. Farmers harvested 645,000 acres for grain this year, compared to 765,000 acres last year. This resulted in a total production of 40.6 million bushels, a 13 percent decrease from the previous year. The final 2012 yield for sorghum for grain was 60 bushels per acre, a 34 percent decrease from 2011. Production was 1.62 million bushels, compared to 1.82 million bushels the previous year. Total planted and harvested for grain acres were 30 and 27,000, respectively, both up from the previous year. The final oat estimate for 2012 placed the produc-
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HENRY — Jerald B. Quinton, acting county executive director of the Marshall-Putnam County Farm Service Agency (FSA), announced that enrollment for the 2013 Direct and Counter-cyclical Payment (DCP) and the ACRE Program for farms with base acres has started and will continue until June 3 for ACRE applicants and Aug. 2 for DCP applicants. The optional ACRE program provides a safety
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tion at 1.52 million bushels, 12 percent above the 2011 production. Acreage harvested for grain, at 20,000, unchanged from the previous year. The final yield, at 76 bushels per acre, was up eight bushels from 2011. Production of all hay in 2012 was 1.49 million tons, 5 percent less than in 2011. Alfalfa hay production was up 4 percent to 990,000 tons while all other hay production was down 20 percent at 500,000 tons. Yields averaged 3.0 tons per acre for alfalfa hay and 2.0 tons per acre for all other hay. Alfalfa acreage cut for hay was 330,000 in 2012, up 50,000 from 2011. Acreage cut for all other hay was 250,000, up 10,000 from 2011. Illinois potato producers harvested 7,400 acres in 2012, up from 6,800 acres in 2011. Production increased to 2.81 million cwt. The 2012 potato yield of 380 cwt. per acre was up from the previous year’s 330 cwt. per acre. Fresh market sweet corn harvested acres were down slightly from 6,700 acres in 2011 to 6,300 acres in 2012. Aver-
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Putnam County Panthers are regional champs Sectional play begins Wednesday By Ken Schroeder kschroeder@putnamcountyrecord.com
HENRY — The Putnam County Panthers will host the area sectionals with trophy in hand after defeating the Marquette Academy Crusaders 50-39 Feb. 22 to win the IHSA 1A Regional at Henry-Senachwine High School. The win was the 14th straight victory for the Panthers, and emotions were riding high. “It’s the greatest feeling in the world, honestly,” senior guard Xavier Warren said. “But there’s more to come.” The final regional game was everything a title game should be, with neither team getting more than a three-point advantage until the last minute and onehalf of game time. With just two minutes of play left,
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Above, Harold Fay and Xavier Warren accept the plaque for the championship in the Henry-Senachwine 1A Regional. The Panthers downed the Ottawa Crusaders 50-39. Right, Putnam County cagers celebrate at the buzzer as they win the HenrySenachwine Regional.
the Crusaders gathered their last points with a twopointer from Curtiss Johnson, but that would be all she wrote for Marquette’s scoring, as a late scoring drive by Warren and junior guard Harold Fay put the game away for the Panthers. “It feels great! I can’t put it into words,” said Fay. “I just kinda made free throws at the end.” In addition to dropping the final basket for the Panthers, Fay shot six free throws during the closing minutes of the game. While several players from both teams approached the line, Fay’s six were the only successful free throws of the night. As was often the case this year, coach Josh Naumann gave credit to his players’ defensive game. “We just played some great defense tonight; we just had trouble scoring,” Naumann said. “We picked it up at the end; we kept it close the whole way. We were never able to get any separation, but we made plays at the end of the game. A lot of our games have been close, and tonight we got some steals when they
were moving to the basket, and that was it.” Fay was the leading scorer for the evening, tallying 22 points, 12 in the final quarter. Warren added 10, with junior forward Evan Kreiser pumping in an additional eight points off the bench. The Panthers also forced 26 turnovers throughout the contest. Michael Sypnieski and Curtiss Johnson led the Crusaders with 11 points for the evening. Cody Veronda also had a great night, long-balling 11 out of 15 baskets to lead the three-point shoot-out to advance. He will be joined by fellow Panther Fay who shot eight, as well as Henry-Senachwine Mallards’ Josh McCall and Nathan Helle who scored nine and eight, respectively. For the Panthers the sectionals will begin at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 27 in Putnam County’s R.M. Germano Gymnasium, a locale where the Panthers are undefeated this year. Putnam County will start the run for sectional champions against Ridgeview, who topped Lexington 53-42 to win its own regional.
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Henry Class 1A regional action The Putnam County Panthers won the Henry Class 1 Regional Feb. 22 at HenrySenachwine High School, beating the Ottawa Marquette Crusaders 50-39. The Panthers will play the Ridgeview Mustangs at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 27 in Putnam County’s R.M. Germano Gymnasium. Putnam County Record photos/Ken Schroeder
College sports notes By Dixie Schroeder news@putnamcountyrecordl.com
The William Penn University Statesmen are ranked No. 1 in the country in the NAIA Division II. Putnam County athletic director Dave Garcia said Putnam County’s Kevin Fay is a big part of that program and a strong reason why. On Feb. 16, Fay shot five, three-point shots in a game with Grand View. The Statesmen won 74-62. William Penn has a 28-1 record with a 12-0 record in the conference. This is its first undefeated conference season. Fay averages 11.5 points and 3.3 rebounds per game. Fay also has 46 assists, 19 steals and six blocks on the season. Another Putnam County product, Anthony Ahlers of Judson University scored 12 points and pulled down seven rebounds in a game with Roosevelt University on Feb. 13. Judson won in Ahlers’ final home game with a score of 70-60. He has averaged a team high 10.6 points and six rebounds per game. Ahlers led the team in blocked shots with 13 and has 25 assists and 12 steals.
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IV Dolphins place second against Ottawa Host districts March 3-4 By Dixie Schroeder dschroeder@putnamcountyrecord.com
PERU – In the final tune-up for district competition on March 3-4, the Illinois Valley YMCA Dolphins swam in an away meet at the Ottawa YMCA against the Ottawa team, also the Dolphins, on Feb. 23. The only Putnam County representative swimming for the Peru team was Hennepin native Char-
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Community Pletsch Memorial Scholarships available GRANVILLE – Members of the Elmer and Adolph Pletsch Memorial Scholarship Fund Committee are announcing the availability of scholarships for the 2013-14 school year. Applicants must be graduates of Putnam County High School and be pursuing a college degree in the field of agriculture. Scholarship funds may be used at community colleges or at four-year colleges. High school seniors as well as students currently attending college may apply. Application forms may be obtained from the guidance office at Putnam County High School in Granville. Completed forms must be submitted to the Guidance office at PCHS by March 15.
Library Corner Putnam — The Condit Library has preschool programs planned for March. “Spring Awakening” is the overall theme with stories related to flowers, birds and games. Programs are held at 10 a.m. every Tuesday. Granville – The Granville Library will open early at 12:30 p.m. Feb. 27. The Department of Central Management Services’ Disability Hiring Initiative Committee (DHIC) and the Department of Employment Security will host a webinar from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Feb. 27 to instruct people with disabilities on how to apply for and obtain jobs with the state of Illinois. The Favorite Club will meet on the first Thursday of each month from 10 to 11 a.m. This new club is for anyone who wants to share a good read. Nursery rhymes will be highlighted at the preschool story time from 10 to 11 a.m. each Tuesday. Hennepin – The Hennepin Library in February will feature Mother Goose books with stories and crafts. To participate, visit the library at 10:30 a.m. on Friday mornings.
Magnolia — Join friends and classmates at the library for Homework Hour from 4 to 5 p.m. on Tuesdays. Crystal Sturgeon is volunteering to help with homework. McNabb— Visit McNabb Library on Saturdays at 10 a.m. for some children’s programs. March 2: Snuggle up with a good book and a cup of cocoa. Enjoy the excitement of blustery winter tales and warm back up with a hot cocoa craft. March 9: Big cats, small cats, striped cats, and cats who wear hats ... join the library for a feline story time and craft. March 16: Join the library for a groovy duck sock hop story time, where participants can flap their feathers and jive. There will be sock stories and a craft. March 23: The library rabbits hop out of their stories and lead children for a springtime craft. March 30: Closed for Holy Saturday. Standard — Come by the PCAS Senior Center and check out the selection of books every Thursday from 1 to 5 p.m.
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The smallest of the three Methodist churches in Putnam County is the McNabb United Methodist Church.
Spiritually speaking ... McNabb United Methodist Church, small but mighty By Dixie Schroeder dschroeder@putnamcountyrecord.com
MCNABB — The United Methodist Church in McNabb is a well- known landmark in the community. The pastor is the Rev. Carol Stufflebeam, who has been at the church since July 2010 and a minister since 1997. Stufflebeam calls herself the spiritual leader of the church and said many of her congregation do wonderful work through God’s word every day. The church is run with an administration council that varies among Methodist churches. In McNabb, there are trustees. Stufflebeam said anyone can come to the administration meetings. The three Methodist churches in Putnam
County form a group leadership team. The churches have three members from each church attend the meetings. Stufflebeam said there is a renewed focus on the idea of recovering the message and mission of Jesus. “Jesus Christ is central to the church,” Stufflebeam said. Each Methodist church’s ministry goal is the same, while each goes about performing it differently. In McNabb, members perform good works with an international focus. Money is raised to send to an organization called Imagine No Malaria. This group focuses on stopping malaria in Africa. The McNabb church is the center for the Backpack Ministry that the county churches have come together to perform. Once a month, volunteers come together to organize take home meals for Putnam Coun-
Elmer and Adolph Pletsch Memorial Scholarships Available Members of the Elmer and Adolph Pletsch Memorial Scholarship Fund Committee are announcing the availability of scholarships for the 2013-14 school year. Applicants must be graduates of Putnam County High School and be pursuing a degree in the field of agriculture. Scholarship funds may be used at community colleges or at four year colleges. High school seniors as well as students currently attending college may apply. Application forms may be obtained from the Guidance Office at Putnam County High School in Granville. Completed forms must be submitted to the Guidance Office at Putnam County High School by March 15.
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adult Sunday school starts at 10 a.m., and worship services start at 11:15 a.m. The McNabb and Magnolia churches have a strong Vacation Bible School every summer with the Magnolia church playing host. “The youth from every community attended each year,’ Stufflebeam said. “The organizers are already at work on the Summer 2013 program.” Stufflebeam said there is a lot of charity that goes on by church members that she doesn’t know about. “People of the church care for one another. No matter what church everyone sees, people need to go. No one knows everything, but by growing closer to God, we become better people,” Stufflebeam said.
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Recipe Corner Judy Dyke GRANDMA JUDY’S CAFE
I always enjoy using Velveeta cheese. It seems like we always had some in the refrigerator when I was living on the farm. Hope you’ll give these two recipes a try!
Cabbage Au Gratin 1 medium head of cabbage, shredded (about 8 cups) 1 10 3/4-ounce can cream of celery soup, undiluted 2 tablespoons milk 1 cup shredded Velveeta cheese 1 cup soft bread crumbs 1 tablespoon butter In large covered saucepan, cook cabbage in boiling salted water for 5 minutes; drain. Place in greased 8-inch square baking dish. In small saucepan, blend soup and milk; heat well. Add cheese and stir until cheese is melted. Pour over cabbage. Saute bread crumbs in butter until golden. Sprinkle over cabbage. Bake at 350° for 15 to 20 minutes. Serves 8 to 10.
Broccoli and Cheese Casserole 1 10 3/4-ounce can condensed cream of mushroom soup 1/2 cup milk 2 teaspoons yellow mustard 1 16-ounce bag frozen broccoli florets, thawed 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (about 4 ounces) 1/3 cup dry bread crumbs 2 teaspoons butter, melted Stir the soup, milk, mustard, broccoli and cheese in a 1 1/2-quart greased casserole. Stir the bread crumbs and butter in a small bowl. Sprinkle the crumb mixture over the broccoli mixture. Bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until mixture is hot and bubbling. Can use 2 cups cooked rice instead of the macaroni. Do you have a Velveeta recipe you’d like to share with other readers? Email it to me at judyd2313@ frontier.com. Please remember to include your name, address and telephone number (telephone number won’t be published). Happy baking and cooking!
Magnolia Fire Department will hold dinner MAGNOLIA — The Magnolia Fire Department will hold its annual chicken dinner and ham and turkey distribution on March 16 from 5 to 8 p.m., or until the food is gone. The meal will include fried chicken, mostaccioli, lettuce salad, bread and desert. Prices for the meal are $9 for adults, $5 for children ages 6-12, and children 5 and under are free. There will be door prizes, a 50/50 drawing, and ham and turkey raffles. There will also be a raffle of a Marlin .17 caliber rifle. The group is again accepting desert donations this year. Disposable containers are suggested or be sure to mark the dish clearly do it can be returned. For more information, contact Chief Dan Baum at 815-257-6405.
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Hennepin Relay for Life holds spaghetti supper Paulene Marchiori (from left), April Hoke, Shirley Boggio and Dorothy Zenor, supporters of the Relay for Life team, enjoy a spaghetti dinner at Ray’s Place Feb. 11. Winners of the raffles were Meagan Kunkel and Tom Tonozzi. Proceeds from the dinner were given to the American Cancer Society. Relay for Life is set for June 8 in Henry City Park.
PCAS adds transportation services By Dixie Schroeder dschroeder@putnamcountyrecord.com
STANDARD – A goal for the Putnam County Achievement Services (PCAS) group in Standard will be realized March 1 with the addition of a full-service public transit system for all ages in Putnam County. Autumn Keegan, executive director of PCAS, said the Bureau and Putnam Area Rural Transit (BPART) will serve anyone who needs rides in the area. Keegan said it has been a goal to obtain this grant to be able to offer these services to area residents. PCAS will be considered an operation for BPART. Seniors or any resident of Putnam County may call 877-874-8813 to schedule rides. The Bureau County offices will act as the dispatch for the service. Keegan said the costs for these rides are on a sliding scale to keep the rides afford-
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able. Round-trip rides to Illinois Valley Community College for example will cost $5. Round-trip rides to Peoria will be $10. For seniors, these costs are only a suggested donation. Rides will be available Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. through 6 p.m. BPART will offer curb-to-curb service. The van in this program actually belongs to PCAS, Keegan said. Drivers will be unable to carry extra packages for passengers, so riders are encouraged to only purchase what they can carry themselves. People wishing to use the BPART service will need to call 24 hours in advance to schedule the ride. Children under 12 ride for free, but must be accompanied by an adult. Caregivers for senior citizens also ride for free.
March 4 — No school, Casmir Pulaski Day. March 5 — Sausage and toast or cereal and toast, fruit, juice, milk. March 6 — Scrambled eggs with croissant or cereal and toast, fruit, juice, milk. March 7 — Muffin, yogurt cup, fruit, milk. March 8 — Cereal and toast, fruit, juice, milk.
Lunch menus March 4 — No school, Casmir Pulaski Day. March 5 — Chicken wrap with lettuce and tomato, baby carrots, potato, mixed fruit, milk. March 6 — Spaghetti, garlic bread, spinach salad, grapes, milk. March 7 — High school/junior high – Salad bar; elementary/primary – corn dog, baked beans, apple, juice, milk. March 8 — Grilled cheese sandwich, green beans, chips with salsa, orange, milk.
Tickets are now on sale PRINCETON — Tickets for the adult comedy “6 Rms Rv Vu” on March 8, 9 and 10 are now available for purchase. Tickets are $10 each and can be reserved by calling the Prairie Arts Center at 815-875-2787. Checks to reserve seats can be mailed to: Prairie Arts Council, 24 Park Ave. East, Princeton IL 61356. Tickets will be held at the door. Shows will be at 7:30 p.m. March 8 and 9 and 2 p.m. March 10. For more information, contact producer Dixie Schroeder at 815-200-4982.
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Please RSVP to one of the following committee members by Monday, March 4th: Alma Toedter 815-339-6261 Jim Gibson 815-925-7481 Trudy Sandberg 815-882-2579 Plan to join us for an evening of fun, good food and political insight.
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Walking against sexual violence By Donna Barker dbarker@bcrnews.com
PRINCETON — Two Princeton-based organizations are calling on men and boys throughout the area to take a stand, or rather to take a walk, to raise awareness of the problem of domestic violence and sexual assault against women and girls. Princeton Tourism and the Freedom House domestic violence shelter have joined forces to co-sponsor a “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes, Men’s March Against Violence” event on May 18 in Princeton. Registration is now open online at www. firstgiving.com by searching for Freedom House Illinois and choosing the “events” link. In announcing the May 18 event, Princeton Tourism Director Joni Hunt talked about the importance of the upcoming walk. “There is such a need for awareness against gender-based violence,” Hunt said. “Freedom House has been a part of Bureau County for 30 years and has been housed in Princeton for the majority of those years. Princeton officials are excited to honor the work of Freedom House by helping to organize this event.” In explaining the upcoming event, Freedom House Development Coordinator Michelle Spears said “Walk a Mile In Her Shoes” is a walk that is done by men in women’s shoes as a fun way to shed light on a serious problem. Men are an important part of the work that an agency like Freedom House does, she said. “With a one-in-six chance that a girl or woman will be sexually assaulted in her lifetime and a one-in-four chance that she will be the victim of domestic violence, men everywhere are affected by this,”
Spears said. “These numbers represent daughters, sisters, mothers, friends and co-workers. ‘Walk a Mile In Her Shoes’ is a memorable way for good men to stand up and say this is not acceptable.” Though the May 18 walk will be held in Princeton, the walk is open to families and individuals throughout the county and beyond. Spears said. Freedom House serves not just Bureau County, but also Putnam, Henry, Marshall and Stark counties as well, she said. Hunt encouraged not just men and boys to participate in the walk, but for entire families to come out for the event. “Seeing a dad or a big brother taking such a stand against women’s violence will certainly make a lifelong impact on a child,” Hunt said. “This walk is also a great way for students to come together and take part in an important community concern. Our hope is to see the beautiful streets of Princeton filled with families and friends walking together to raise awareness.” Again, walkers can register individually or as a team, Spears said. Registration is free, and walkers will then be invited to send an electronic request for sponsors. The first 100 walkers who raise $100 will receive an official walk T-shirt. All registered walkers will be entered into drawings for prizes. Top sponsors will be recognized in the after-walk rally on the day of the event. Prizes will also be given for the most “outrageous” shoes. By announcing registration in February, hopefully a lot of people will set aside the May 18 date for walking in or supporting the “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes,” Spears said. Comment on this story at www. bcrnews.com.
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PCHS participates at Proficiency Awards night The Section 5 Proficiency Awards night was held Feb. 7 at Princeville High School. This is the night at which students are interviewed on their supervised agricultural experiences (SAE). SAE teaches students how to keep records. Students can do a placement SAE when they work for someone, research or run their own business. Putnam County High School had 17 students participate with six section winners. Winners are Austin Pletsch (from left), ag processing; Jacob Rolando, turf grass management; Aimee Kotecki, agriculture education; Kaylynn Donelson, small animal care; and Chase Barnard, ag sales placement. Absent from the photo was Lucas Foockle, who won ag mechanics design and fabrication.
Justin Moore will perform during country show PRINCETON — Justin Moore will perform Aug. 23 during the 39th annual country show at the Bureau County Fair in Princeton. When Moore tells his fans that he’s “proud to be from small town USA,” it is from the heart. The Poyen, Ark., native grew up in a town with a popu-
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999 • Legal Notices IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT PUTNAM COUNTY, ILLINOIS ESTATE OF ) JOSEPH S. BOGGIO, ) SR., ) DECEASED ) No. 13-P-3 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is hereby given of the death of JOSEPH S. BOGGIO, SR. Letters of Office were issued on January 31, 2013 to Cindy Migliorini, Mary Judd and Keith Boggio, as Independent Executors, whose attorney is Thomas A. Tonozzi, 222 E. St. Paul St., Spring Valley, Illinois 61362. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of the Court, Putnam County Courthouse, P.O. Box 207, Hennepin, Illinois
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after it has been filed. Dated this 13th day of February, 2013. Thomas A. Tonozzi 222 E. St. Paul Street Spring Valley, IL 61362 Tele: (815) 664-2393 Published in the Putnam County Record Feb. 13, 20 and 27, 2013.
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PRIME MARSHALL COUNTY FARMLAND SARATOGA TOWNSHIP 118.19 +/- Acres
The following described farmland will be offered by PUBLIC AUCTION. Sale day location: Boyds Grove United Methodist Church basement, 1976 Wyanet-Walnut Rd, Bradford, IL 61421.
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DESCRIPTION: 118.19+/- surveyed acres with 115.2 +/- acres tillable located the NE1/4 of the NW1/4 and the South ½ of the NE1/4 of Section 11, Saratoga Township, Marshall County, Illinois. Tax ID #01-11-200-003 and 01-11-100-002. 2011 taxes paid in 2012 were $3,844.29. Soils include Muscatine (77.8%), Osco (14.9%), Sable (6.3%) and Sawmill (1%). Surety Productivity Index is 145.5. Auction Comment: This is an opportunity for one of the Top Producing Farms with one of the highest PI ratings of 145.5. Plat locations, Aerial Photos, Soil Maps and other information available @ rickrediger.com TERMS AND CONDITIONS: 1.) This parcel will be sold on a per surveyed acre basis. 2.) Survey provided by Seller. 3.) The successful bidder will be required to enter into a standard purchase agreement contract. A Buyer’s Premium of 1% of the high bid will be charged to the buyer and added to the bid amount to arrive at the contract purchase price. 10% of the contract purchase price will be due immediately following the auction. The balance will be due and payable on or before April 22, 2013. 4.) The seller shall provide a title insurance policy in the amount of the purchase price of the subject properties. 5.) The estimated 2012 real estate taxes due and payable in 2013 will be credited by the Seller to the Buyer. All subsequent real estate taxes will be the responsibility of the buyer. 6.) The property is being sold in “AS IS” condition, with no implied warranties of any kind. 7.) The information is believed to be accurate. However, we strongly urge all prospective buyers to thoroughly research all pertinent data and to draw their own conclusions. 8.) All announcements made the day of the sale take precedence over any previously printed material. 9.) For additional information or to view the property contact Rick Rediger, Auctioneer at 815-699-7999 or Scott Brummel at 630-553-3200.
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NOTICE OF CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT REGARDING RECLAIMED SECURITIES FROM ILLINOIS’ UNCLAIMED PROPERTY PROGRAM From the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, to persons who claimed securities from the Illinois Unclaimed Property Division: under a proposed settlement in a class action lawsuit, Canel v. Rutherford, 00 CH 13279, you may get additional funds for dividends that may have been received by the State on your securities. The lawsuit sought dividends for all persons who recovered securities between Sept. 11, 1995, and the date of the final judgment. The Court will consider the proposed settlement at 1:30 p.m., CS/ DT, on April 18, 2013, in Room 2402 of the Daley Center, 118 N. Clark St., Chicago IL 60602. You may object or be heard regarding the settlement, or Plaintiff’s Counsel’s request for attorneys’ fees and expenses, in writing to the Court and Plaintiff’s and Defendants’ counsel by April 8, 2013 To learn more about objecting or being heard as to the settlement, or Plaintiff’s Counsel’s request for attorneys’ fees and expenses, as is your right, and how to obtain your funds, go to http://icash.illinois.gov/. Objections must be filed with the Court and sent to Plaintiff’s and Defendants’ counsel by April 8, 2013 or they will be waived. Published in the Putnam County Record Feb. 27, 2013.
in the above cause on 1/3/2013, the Sheriff of Putnam County, Illinois will on 4/11/13 at the hour of 9:30 a.m. at Putnam County Courthouse, 120 North 4th Street Hennepin, IL 61327, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Putnam and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 219 IN THE PLAT OF LAKE THUNDERBIRD WOODS, PUTNAM COUNTY, ILLINOIS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 3, AT PAGE 174, ON 3 APRIL 1970 IN THE OFFICE OF THE RECORDER OF DEEDS OF PUTNAM COUNTY, ILLINOIS, SUBJECT TO RESTRICTIONS OF RECORD, GOVERNMENTAL RULES, REGULATIONS AND STATUTE, EXCEPTING THEREFROM ALL OIL, GAS, MINERALS AND OTHER HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES BELOW A DEPTH OF 500 FEET, WITHOUT RIGHTS OF SURFACE ENTRY, AS RESERVED IN INSTRUMENTS OF RECORD. PIN 03-00-061-040 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 48 Fair Oaks Court, Putnam, IL 61560 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-12-16167. I510223 Published in the Putnam County Record Feb. 27, Mar. 6 and 13, 2013.
line of said Section 10, South 00 degrees 01 minutes 37 seconds East a distance of 466.69 feet to a point; thence Westerly and parallel with the North line of said Southwest Quarter, South 89 degrees 35 minutes 35 seconds West to a distance of 466.69 feet to a point on the East line of said 1300 East Road; thence Northerly along said East line and parallel with the West line of said Southwest Quarter, North 00 degrees 01 minutes 37 seconds West a distance of 466.69 feet to the point of beginning, containing 217,794 square feet or 4.999 acres more or less. 5. The Business District Plan for the Business District provides for public investment in infra structure improvements and other statutory eligible activities to facilitate a high quality, master planned commercial development that will serve both the development and the outlying community. A copy of the Business District Plan, which includes a boundary map of the Business District, is available for public inspection at the Village Clerk’s office located at 316 S. McCoy Street, Granville, Illinois 61326. 6. The Business District will establish an additional sales tax of 1% in this area. 7. All interested persons will be given an opportunity to be heard at the public hearing. We appreciate your response to this Notice and any comments you may have. We believe that the proposed Business District Plan will benefit the Village and the general welfare of its people Published in the Putnam County Record Feb. 27, 2013.
fifty feet wide and two hundred feet long, except the coal and the right to mine and remove the same through underground passages. Situated in Putnam County, Illinois and further subject to easements of record. By receiving sealed bids as hereafter directed. The real estate was previously used as a well for the public water supply in the Village of Granville; the well has been sealed and abandoned in the manner provided by law and the property is now improved with a well house and is zoned R2 ,Residential, under the Zoning Ordinance of The Village of Granville, Putnam County, Illinois, and the premises are located at the Southeast Corner of Colby Street and Tomlinson Avenue, Granville, Illinois 61326. The Village of Granville, Illinois will receive bids at the regular meeting of the Village Board of Trustees on March 19, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. at which time all bids will be opened. The Village of Granville, Illinois will furnish a title policy equal to the purchase price as evidence of title and pay all real estate taxes for the year 2012 due in 2013. The Village of Granville, Putnam County, Illinois reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and reserves the right to sell the parcel. Village of Granville, Putnam County, Illinois a Municipal Corporation BY: Douglas Gimbal, Village Board President Published in the Putnam County Record Feb. 13, 20 and 27, 2013.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CONCERNING THE INTENT OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT NUMBER 535, PUTNAM, LASALLE AND MARSHALL COUNTIES, ILLINOIS TO SELL $3,000,000 WORKING CASH FUND BONDS PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Community Unit School District Number 535, Putnam, LaSalle and Marshall Counties, Illinois (the “District”), will hold a public hearing on the 18th day of March, 2013, at 6:30 o’clock p.m. The hearing will be held in the Putnam County Primary Building Media Center, 400 East Silverspoon Avenue, Granville, Illinois. The purpose of the hearing will be to receive public comments on the proposal to sell bonds of the District in the amount of $3,000,000 for the purpose of increasing the working cash fund of the District. By order of the President of the Board of Education of Community Unit School District Number 535, Putnam, LaSalle and Marshall Counties, Illinois. DATED the 19th day of February, 2013. Pamela Ellena Secretary, Board of Education, Community Unit School District Number 535, Putnam, LaSalle and Marshall Counties, Illinois Published in the Putnam County Record Feb. 27, 2013.
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 10TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT PUTNAM COUNTY, HENNEPIN, ILLINOIS JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association ) PLAINTIFF ) Vs. ) John F. Schafer; et. al. ) DEFENDANTS ) 12 CH 00019 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 1/3/2013, the Sheriff of Putnam County, Illinois will on 4/11/13 at the hour of 9:30 a.m. at Putnam County Courthouse 120 North 4th Street Hennepin, IL 61327, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Putnam and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 03-00-061-040 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 48 Fair Oaks Court, Putnam, IL 61560 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-12-16167. I510223 Published in the Putnam County Record Feb. 27, Mar. 6 and 13, 2013.
NOTICE OF JOINT PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE VILLAGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES ZONING COMMITTEE OF THE VILLAGE OF GRANVILLE, PUTNAM COUNTY, ILLINOIS AND THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE VILLAGE OF GRANVILLE, PUTNAM COUNTY, ILLINOIS TAKE NOTICE that the Village Board of Trustees Zoning Committee of the Village of Granville, Putnam County, Illinois , together with the Planning Commission of the Village of Granville, Putnam County, Illinois will conduct a joint public hearing at 6:00 o’clock p.m. on the 19th day of March, 2013 at the Village Counsel Chambers at 316 S. McCoy Street, Granville, Illinois, to consider the petition of Albert H. Cioni and Marlene E. Cioni for an Annexation Agreement as it pertains to the following described premises to wit: That part of the Southwest Quarter of Section 10, Township 32 North, Range 1 West of the Third Principal Meridian, described as follows: Beginning at the Northwest corner of the Southwest Quarter of said Section 10; thence North 85 degrees 07 minutes 00 seconds East 496.69 feet along the North line of the Southwest Quarter of said Section10; thence South 04 degrees 30 minutes 12 seconds East 506.69 feet parallel with the West Line of the Southwest Quarter of said Section 10; thence South 85 degrees 07 minutes 00 seconds West 496.69 feet parallel with the North Line of the Southwest Quarter of said Section 10 to a point on the West line of the Southwest Quarter of said Section 10; thence North 04 degrees 30 minutes 12 seconds West 506.69 feet along the West line of the Southwest Quarter of said Section 10 to the point of beginning, containing 5.78 acres, more or less, including the North 40 feet thereof presently being used for Illinois Route 71 right -of-way and the West 30 feet thereof presently being used for Township road rightof-way, all being situated in Granville Township, Putnam County, Illinois. Subject to Dedication Deed filed May 12, 1927 in Volume 80 at Page 102 and Deed for Public Road Purposes recorded in Volume 103 at Page 497. The Petition requests annexation of the premises to the Village of Granville and Petitions for a zoning classification of C Commercial District as provided in the Zoning Ordinance of the Village of Granville, Putnam County, Illinois and further requests the approval of a preliminary plat and final plat of the premises above described. A copy of the Petition For Annexation, Zoning Classification and Approval of Subdivision Plat and the Proposed Annexation Agreement are on file in the office of the Village Clerk of the Village of Granville, Illinois and available for public inspection. All persons desiring to appear at the public hearing may do so and be heard either in favor of or opposed to the Petition For Annexation, Zoning Classification and Approval of Subdivision Plat and the Annexation Agreement or to offer any public comment thereon. Given at Granville, Illinois this 21st day of February, 2013. VILLAGE OF GRANVILLE BOARD OF TRUSTEES, ZONING COMMITTEE, OF THE VILLAGE OF GRANVILLE, PUTNAM COUNTY, ILLINOIS DOUGLAS GIMBAL, PRESIDENT AND COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN. VILLAGE OF GRANVILLE PUTNAM COUNTY, ILLINOIS PLANNING COMMISSION STEVEN HAUN, CHAIRMAN Published in the Putnam County Record Feb. 27, 2013. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 10TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT PUTNAM COUNTY, HENNEPIN, ILLINOIS JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association ) PLAINTIFF ) Vs. ) John F. Schafer; et. al. ) DEFENDANTS ) 12 CH 00019 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Village of Granville, Illinois Granville Business District Plan The Village of Granville is considering adopting a Business District Plan for a Business District (Illinois Business District Act, 65 ILCS 5/11-74.3-1 through 3-6). This notice also includes the following information: 1. A public hearing will be held on this Plan on March 5, 2013, at 6:15 PM at Granville Village Hall, 316 S. McCoy Street, Granville, Illinois 61326. 2. In order to implement the activities covered by the Business District, the Business District Plan must be adopted. 3. The name of the Business District is the Granville Business District. 4. The geographical boundaries of the Business District are as follows: GRANVILLE BUSINESS DISTRICT LEGAL DESCRIPTION Description of Tract Surveyed: A tract of land in the Southwest Quarter of Section 10, Township 32 North, Range 1 West, Putnam County Illinois and being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the intersection of the East line of 1300 East Road being 60 feet wide with the South line of Illinois Route 71 being 80 feet wide, said point being 30.00 feet east of the West line of said Section 10 and 40.00 feet south of the North line of said Southwest Quarter of Section 10, thence Easterly along the South line of said Illinois Route 71 and parallel with said North line of said Section 10, North 89 degrees 35 minutes 35 sections East to a distance of 466.69 feet to a point; thence Southerly and parallel to the West
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF PUTNAM - STATE OF ILLINOIS In the Interest of ) Aliyah Nicole Gallacher, ) A Minor. ) 2012 JA 01 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN to unknown father, and to all whom it may concern, that on December 11, 2012, a petition was filed under the Juvenile Court Act of 1987, by Putnam County State’s Attorney, James A. Mack, in the Circuit Court of Putnam County, entitled “In the Interest of Aliyah Nicole Gallacher, a Minor”, and that in the upstairs courtroom at the Putnam County Courthouse on the 7th day of March, 2013 at the hour of 2:30 o’clock, p.m., or as soon thereafter as this cause may be heard, and adjudicatory hearing will be held upon the petition to have the child declared to be a ward of the court under that act. THE COURT HAS AUTHORITY IN THIS PROCEEDING TO TAKE FROM YOU THE CUSTODY AND GUARDIANSHIP OF THE MINOR, TO TERMINATE YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS, AND TO APPOINT A GUARDIAN WITH POWER TO CONSENT TO ADOPTION. YOU MAY LOSE ALL PARENTAL RIGHTS TO YOUR CHILD. IF THE PETITIONER REQUESTS THE TERMINATION OF YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS AND THE APPOINTMENT OF A GUARDIAN WITH POWER TO CONSENT TO ADOPTION, YOU MAY LOSE ALL PARENTAL RIGHTS TO THE CHILD. Unless you appear you will not be entitled to further written notices or publication notices of the proceedings in this cause, including the filing of an amended petition or a motion to terminate parental rights. Now, unless you appear at the hearing and show cause against the petition, the allegations of the petition may stand as against you and each of you and an order or judgment entered. DATED: 02/15/2013 /s/ Cathy J. Oliveri Putnam County Circuit Clerk Published in the Putnam County Record Feb. 27, Mar. 6 and 13, 2013. NOTICE OF SALE The Village of Granville, Putnam County Illinois, a Municipal Corporation, will sell the following described real estate to wit: A part of the Northeast Quarter of Section 9, Township 32 North, Range 1 West of the Third principal Meridian described as follows to wit: The parcel of land formerly lot Eight in Block Six in Joel W. Hopkins’s addition to the Village of Granville, which addition is now vacated, said parcel being
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Getting to know your library Granville Library remembers veterans, serves library patrons By Dixie Schroeder dschroeder@putnamcountyrecord.com
GRANVILLE – The Granville library is not your ordinary run-of-themill library. Putnam County Library Director Bobbie Morgan said libraries are evolving into something much more intimate within the communities they serve now. Libraries still have books, but they also have books on CD and DVDs for all ages to enjoy. The library in Granville offers the ability to fax items, make copies and use the Internet on two computers. Patrons can use their library cards as reciprocal borrowers at other libraries, including LaSalle, Peru, Ottawa, Princeton. The individual librarians at each branch in Putnam County know their libraries well. “I know that some of my older lady patrons love romance books, so I make sure I have a
good selection of those books,” said Granville librarian Linda Garcia. “I had a little girl the other day who wanted a book with kangaroos. I didn’t have any, and so the next time she was in, I had six different books with kangaroos in them.” The Granville library offers specialty programming to several age groups each week. On Tuesdays at 10 a.m., preschool age children can join Garcia for a special story hour. Garcia says she enjoys this group very much. “When the kids came in at first they were very shy, hiding behind parents and caregivers’ legs. Now they have made friends with each other and can’t wait to see their friends at this event,” she said. At the weekly story hour, books are read and a special craft is made to help participants work on their manual dexterity skills. Garcia said they are going into a Mother Goose section next, and all children are welcome to join in the fun. A new program that both Morgan and Garcia are excited about is the Favorites Club, which will begin in March at 10 a.m. on Thursdays.
Participants will be able to share thoughts on books they have read. Both Morgan and Garcia think this club will be a lot of fun. During the year, the Putnam County Library has specialty programs at different branches. On Feb. 27, the Granville library will offer a webinar for people with disabilities teaching them how to get a job with the state of Illinois. The library will open at 12:30 p.m., and the program will run from 1 to 2:30 p.m. The Department of Central Management Services’ Disability Hiring Initiative Committee and the Department of Employment Security are hosting this event. Each library in the Putnam County Library system has a unique and special feature. In Granville, it’s a veteran’s display with pictures and small card plaques. Submitted photos are scanned, printed and hung on the display. By each photo is a small card with the name of the veteran, when he served, and in what war. There are 58 pictures so far, but Garcia would love more. She is particularly excited about the older
Putnam County Record photos/Dixie Schroeder
Unique in the Putnam County area are the display of area veterans placed around the Granville Public Library. To date, Librarian Linda Garcia has gathered 58 pictures and said, “I know there are many other area veterans in Putnam County.” Garcia would like to have more veterans pictures to display to go all around the library walls. Below, Garcia said one of the unique stories of the library in Granville Library is of Trader John Redshaw who was murdered in the safe area of the old Granville State Bank, where the library is today. Garcia is pointing toward Redshaw’s signature. pictures, as they have recently been given a picture of William Tyler from World War I. Granville library has new hours. The library is open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday and Saturday; 3 to 8 p.m. Wednesday; and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursdays. The Granville library is now totally handicapped accessible with the updating of the restroom in the building.
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