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Weger lawyer: Special prosecutor won’t clear conviction

Attorney Andy Hale seeking vacation of

Starved Rock

murder conviction

By DEREK BARICHELLO

dbarichello@shawmedia.com

and TOM COLLINS tcollins@shawmedia.com

An attorney representing Chester Weger announced Thursday on his podcast “The Starved Rock Murders with Andy Hale” that the Will County State’s Attorney’s Office has chosen not to vacate Weger’s conviction.

Because the Will County State’s Attorney’s Office was appointed special prosecutor, it has the ability to vacate Weger’s 1960 conviction of the murder of Lillian Oetting. Weger was paroled in 2019 after serving six decades in prison.

Hale, representing Weger, said he sent about 80 exhibits to the Will County State’s Attorney’s Office in the first week of October for review. Hale said the office told him in an email it was not enough to grant a vacation of the conviction.

Recently in La Salle County court, Weger, 83, sought to proceed with efforts to identify some DNA retrieved from crime-scene evidence. As previously reported, a hair found from the glove of victim Frances Murphy was found to have a man’s DNA, but it wasn’t Weger’s.

There is a process for getting evidence submitted into the Combined DNA Index System (CODIS) for comparison but there still are a few hurdles left to cross. La Salle County Judge Michael C. Jansz set a new hear-

NEWS BRIEFS

Gateway Services to relocate BPART, Open Doors offices

Gateway Services has announced that it will be relocating its offices from 526 S. Bureau Valley Parkway in Princeton to 535 Elm Place, Princeton.

The move is planned for Dec. 15 and 16. BPART Public Transportation and Open Doors Community Counseling will be unavailable on these days.

Gateway’s Human Resources Department also will be impacted by this move.

BPART is expected to resume rides

ing for 1 p.m. Feb. 24.

As far as clearing Weger’s conviction, Hale said he will now seek to file a petition for post-conviction relief in La Salle County court. Through this process, Hale will present evidence to a judge and the special prosecutor from Will County will be able to argue the evidence. Hale said he expects to file this petition no later than the end of January.

With Weger set to turn 84 in March, Hale said time is of the essence in this case.

“It’s critical we get to the bottom of this as soon as we can,” Hale said in the podcast.

The Will County State’s Attorney’s Office issued a statement Friday in

response.

“We are aware that Chester Weger’s attorney, Andy Hale, has produced a podcast in which he asserts that this office has refused to vacate Mr. Weger’s conviction,” said Carole Cheney, assistant state’s attorney and director of public affairs, community engagement and partnerships.

“As we have informed Mr. Hale, our office is currently reviewing the materials he has submitted. The proper procedure for Mr. Hale, however, would be to file a post-conviction petition and we have suggested to Mr. Hale that he consider doing so while we continue our review given his expressed concern that the matter is of a time-sensitive nature.”

Saturday, Dec. 17, and Open Doors will begin seeing people in the new location Monday, Dec. 19.

Gateway’s primary location at 406 S. Gosse Blvd. will remain unchanged. For questions or directions to the new office, call 815-875-4548.

Putnam County Red Cross to host blood drive in memory of Brian Johnson

Putnam County Methodist churches will host a Red Cross community blood

drive from 1 to 6 p.m. Monday, Dec. 19, at the McNabb Fire Department on Route 89.

The blood drive is dedicated to the memory of Brian Johnson.

The blood drive offers a chance for repeat and first-time donors to give blood.

For appointments, call 1-800-7332767. Donors also may sign up and register online using RapidPass at redcrossblood.org.

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An attorney representing Chester Weger announced Thursday on his podcast “The Starved Rock Murders with Andy Hale” the Will County State’s Attorney’s Office has chosen not to vacate Weger’s conviction.

IVCC names Spring Valley woman as new president

Tracy Morris of Spring Valley is expected to be named Illinois Valley Community College’s 11th president by the board of trustees next week.

A special meeting will be next week to announce details of the appointment, said board chair Everett Solon. The meeting date has not yet been determined.

Morris will formally assume presidential duties July 1 following the June 30 retirement of IVCC’s 10th President, Jerry Corcoran. She is expected to work alongside Corcoran April 1 through June 30.

Morris is the first IVCC graduate to be named IVCC president. Former president Al Wisgoski (1974-1996) graduated from IVCC predecessor LPO Junior College.

Morris is compliance officer at Joliet Junior College and as such performs oversight including on-time reporting, meeting legislative and accreditation requirements, and conducting assessments and reviews. She also provides oversight for the review of board policies and institutional procedures.

Prior to joining JJC in 2018, she was vice president of student services at Illinois Central College (2014-18) and worked 13 years at IVCC as associate

Mediacom offers scholarships to students in coverage area

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Mediacom Communications is offering $60,000 in scholarship support for high school seniors who plan to obtain further education.

The scholarship program is in its 21st consecutive year and Mediacom’s investment will award $1,000 World Class Scholarships to 60 high school seniors.

Scholarship recipients are given the flexibility to use the financial awards to support post-secondary college costs or vocational training from an accredited institution starting in the fall of 2022. Award selection is based on academic achievement and leadership.

Applications for Mediacom’s World Class Scholarships are available online at mediacomworldclass.com. Information recently was sent to all high schools in areas where Mediacom delivers its high-speed internet services. School officials are asked to encourage seniors to submit applications on or before the

Feb. 15 deadline.

“Our company makes it a priority to give back to communities in which we do business, and we believe one of the best ways is to invest in promising young students who will be our future leaders,” said Mediacom Regional Vice President Todd Curtis.

Applicants do not have to be Mediacom customers but must live in areas where Mediacom’s broadband network delivers Gigabit-speed internet service. Recipients will be selected from the 22 states where Mediacom’s residential customers reside. A complete list of communities in Mediacom service areas is included with the online application.

Local communities include: Ottawa, Streator, Marseilles, Naplate, Kangley, Wenona, Walnut, Somonauk, Sheridan, Varna, Toluca, Earlville, Leland, Standard, Lacon, Hennepin, Henry, Sparland, Sheffield, Neponset, Minonk, Manlius, Mark, Rutland and Odell.

Inquiries may be sent to scholarship@mediacomcc.com.

vice president for student services (2010-14), director of admissions and records (2003-10) and counselor and orientation coordinator (2001- 03).

She began her career as a school counselor at Annawan Grade School (1999-2001) and a teacher at Mendota High School (1994-99).

Morris earned a doctorate in adult and higher education and master’s in education counseling from Northern Illinois University, bachelor’s in psychology from Western Illinois University and an associate degree from IVCC. She and husband, Mike have two daughters.

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Celebration

of Lights celebrates 10th year at La Salle’s Rotary Park

The Celebration of Lights is a drive-thru light display put on by the city of La Salle and local businesses in Rotary Park. Now in its 10th season, the lights parade

has expanded from having 17 displays in its first year to nearly 450 displays now.

The Celebration of Lights is open every night through New Years Day. It’s open from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 5 to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. The week of Christmas the hours will be extended an extra hour and will be open 5 to 10 p.m. all days of the week.

Rotary Park is located at 2837 E. Fifth Road Road in La Salle.

By SCOTT ANDERSON sanderson@shawmedia.com

LEFT: A full moon rises Thursday over Rudolph at Rotary Park. ABOVE: A Merry Christmas sign glows Thursday near the end of the Celebration of Lights display. ON THE COVER: Hundreds of Christmas displays glow Thursday during the Celebration of Lights at Rotary Park in La Salle.

Horizon House workers rally for fair wages in Peru

By OLIVIA DOAK odoak@shawmedia.com

Horizon House employees conducted a demonstration Thursday at the corner of Plank and Shooting Park roads in Peru to protest for fair wages.

Demonstrator Sarah Steil said the workers’ contracts expired six months ago and they’re in the process of negotiating for higher pay.

“I make nothing. People would be shocked at what I make,” Steil said. “Anything we ask for they’re saying no.”

Horizon House is a nonprofit organization that provides support services for adults with disabilities. CEO Michelle Rich said the organization is 91% state funded, and the money given by the state is all they have. Any changes in budget or additional funding has to be approved by the state Legislature, including wage increases. Because of this, Director of Development Carol Fesco said their hands are tied.

“A top priority of ours is and always has been to make sure our employees

are well compensated and foster a good working environment,” Fesco said.

“That’s one of our top priorities, and we value our employees. They are the heart and soul of our organization and we are aware of that, so we definitely want to do everything we can to keep them happy.”

Many of the informational picketers who work for Horizon House are direct support professionals who work with people with physical, intellectual or developmental disabilities. DSPs work in homes and in day programs to assist everyday needs and support adults with

disabilities.

Horizon House DSPs from La Salle, Peru, Mendota and Spring Valley joined the demonstration all day Thursday. About 20 informational picketers came and went throughout the day before, after and in between shifts.

Employee and demonstrator Cheryl Kakuska said they also work long hours and are understaffed. She said when new people are hired, they often leave after a couple of months. She also said employees have no health insurance benefits.

“For us to be dedicated and come to work everyday, we need to feel like we’re part of the company,” Kakuska said. “They can’t work without us and this company can’t survive without us working everyday.”

Kakuska said the salary she makes is not livable, especially considering the rising cost of living and inflation. She said many of her coworkers need a second job but struggle to find one because of irregular hours.

“We definitely value (our employees) and we have done different ... types of appreciation to let our staff know that we appreciate them and value them even when we aren’t able to give the wage increases,” Rich said. “And we want to give increases, but if the funding’s not there, we can’t.”

The employees are not on strike, instead they’re demonstrating publicly in hopes to aid the negotiation process. Steil said they want to avoid a strike and reach an agreement acceptable to both parties.

Negotiations on a new workers contract will take place at 4:30 p.m. Thursday between the union representative, CEO and Horizon House’s attorney where all parties hope to reach an agreement.

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Horizon House employees hold signs reading “deserve better pay” outside of the Horizon House on Thursday in Peru.

EYES ON ENTERPRISE

People who have walked into 221 20th Ave. in Naplate recently noticed it looks quite different, remembering it as Panko’s Tavern or The Village Grill.

“We gutted the whole entire thing from the ground up,” Tyler Lewis said. “Right now most people walk in and they can’t even recognize it.”

Lewis and his wife, Abby, recently opened Cam’s Corner, an upscale sports bar. Abby said the U-shaped bar is gone and was replaced with a 40-foot horizontal bar.

The flooring features a black hexagon tile as well as wood tile flooring. The bar also features the black hexagon tile. There’s tables for four and several TVs in the bar area and there’s also a back room with a 150inch laser projector for game days or to relax.

“It’s such a great feel,” Abby said. “The people are great. It’s a wonderful atmosphere.”

This is their second bar, Tyler said, noting he purchased the The Outage

in Ottawa from his parents five years ago. He wanted to take Cam’s Corner in a different direction than The Outage, he said.

“I wanted a bigger space. I wanted to build something brand new from the ground up. I went all out with this one,” he said.

They recently debuted their trial menu.

“It’s delicious. I wanted it to be things not in town. I wanted it to be special, memorable,” Abby said. “We don’t want cookie cutter.”

The menu has three appetizers and three entrees. So far, the hot honey shrimp, which is bacon-wrapped red shrimp glazed with hot honey sauce, is a favorite. Abby said they’re still working on the full menu and will be adding more items.

The bar is named after their daughter, Cameron. They also have a son named Kobe and they joked they’ll have open another named after him. Abby praised her husband for the work he’s put into Cam’s Corner.

“We would not have this place if it wasn’t for him – his openness for whatever we wanted, and putting this heart and soul into it,” she said.

Photo provided by Tyler Lewis

Tyler Lewis and his wife, Abby, recently opened sports bar Cam’s Corner in Naplate.

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Hennepin Park District to sponsor activities for holiday season

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The Hennepin Park District will be sponsoring activities for the upcoming holiday season at 326 Milan St. in Hennepin.

Throughout the day on Friday, Dec. 23, and Friday, Dec. 30, the district will host free swim for Hennepin and Hennepin Township residents.

From 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 27, the district will hold a movie and popcorn day. It will be showing “Lyle, Lyle Crocodile” on its big screen while serving popcorn and a beverage during the movie.

Gerrie’s Craft Corner will be

held from noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 29. Participants will make holiday crafts during this time. This event is free to Hennepin and Hennepin Township residents. All other areas will cost $5 per activity.

All participants in these activities are invited to stay for open swim from 1 to 5 p.m. each day.

Children younger than 12 may stay up to three hours if not accompanied by an adult. Children shorter than 45 inches tall must have an adult with them in the pool.

For information, contact the Hennepin Pool at 815-925-7319 or at hennepinparkdistrict@mchsi.com.

For a complete list of holiday hours, visit hennepinparkdistrict.com.

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Cam’s Corner is open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and opens at 7 a.m. Sunday.

Online boutique opens temporary storefront in La Salle

Modern Creek Boutique, an online shop selling women’s clothing and accessories, opened a temporary storefront at 105 Marquette St., Suite A, La Salle.

The shop will be open until the end of January.

Ashley Gatza launched the website, moderncreekboutique.com, in September.

Marseilles bar and grill opens banquet facility

Illini Lounge, 390 Main St., Marseilles, recently opened a new banquet facility in its basement.

The renovated space has its own bar,

several round tables and bathrooms. It has new flooring, a rock feature wall and the other walls are adorned with historic photos.

The facility can host about 60 guests, said owner Jim Schultz, and includes catering.

“Pretty much anything we have on our menu we can do (for catering). It’s all buffet style only,” Schultz said. “We do a lot of fried chicken, mostaccioli for our parties. We also do a lot of pizza, wing appetizer parties also.”

For information or to reserve the facility, call 815-795-5880.

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IVCC dental clinics again accepting reservations

Clinics

are 8 a.m. to noon

Friday, Jan. 27 through May 5

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Illinois Valley Community College’s Dental Assisting program will once again offer free and reduced-cost dental clinics for IVCC students, staff and the community.

Clinics are 8 a.m. to noon Fridays, Jan. 27 through May 5 (excluding Feb. 24, March 3 and 10) in the new Dental Health Center on the main floor of G building (upper floor of gymnasium). This is a new location from previous clinics.

To schedule an appointment, call 815-224-0227 or email ivccdentalassisting@ivcc.edu.

Screening days for new patients only are Jan. 27 and Feb. 3 and include X-rays, a comprehensive exam, treatment plans and oral hygiene instruction. Recommended treatment will be scheduled.

Treatments are free for IVCC students and employees and qualifying patients are charged $30. The May 6 clinic is school exams.

The clinics do not provide any oral surgery, removable or fixed prosthet-

ics (dentures/partials), orthodontic procedures or prescribe any medications.

IVCC Dental Assisting students have taken courses such as “Getting Ahead of the Next Stage of the COVID19 Crisis” as well as “Interim Dental Infection Prevention and Control Guidance for the COVID 19 Response.”

Faculty, staff, students and volunteering dentists follow proper CDC guidelines and wear Personal Protective Equipment.

“Our students are excited to start clinics to hone their skills and provide exceptional care to our community in our brand-new clinic completed in August,” said Dental Assisting Program Coordinator Heather Seghi.

“Students are required to see a specific number of patients to meet graduation requirements, so reliable patients are desired as there is not time for rescheduling missed or canceled appointments.

“We do have outside resources for those unable to have the cleaning completed in our clinic, and we are happy to help in any way we can to ensure they receive the best care.”

IVCC’s $1.2 million dental assisting and hygiene lab opened in August.

Photo provided by Fran Brolley

Illinois Valley Community College’s new Dental Health Center has eight “operatories” in the clinic and a 16-station lab. The dental program is now accepting reservations for dental clinics beginning in January.

Health benefits of popcorn

Many people will say that no movie marathon is complete without a big bowl of popcorn. Movies and popcorn have been linked for decades, but popcorn is more than just a must-have on movie night.

Popcorn lovers may be surprised to learn just how healthy this beloved snack can be.

• Popcorn can help lower cholesterol. Like many other foods, popcorn is full of fiber. Fiber attaches to cholesterol particles and helps prevent them from entering the bloodstream and traveling to other parts of the body, according to Verywell Health.

• Popcorn promotes healthy digestion. The same fiber that helps reduce cholesterol also promotes healthy digestion. Popcorn is a whole grain and the high fiber content in popcorn can alleviate constipation by stimulating the peristaltic motion of the smooth intestinal muscles and the secretion of digestive enzymes.

• Popcorn can help regulate blood sugar. The fiber in popcorn can reg-

ulate the release and management of blood sugar and insulin levels, potentially helping people with diabetes.

• Popcorn has disease-fighting properties. OrganicFacts.net says popcorn has polyphenols that act as antioxidants in the body. Antioxidants reduce oxidative stress and can fight against the development of chronic diseases. They also may prevent the development of age-related symptoms like age spots and wrinkles.

• Popcorn is a low-calorie snack. A cup of air-popped popcorn comes in at just around 30 calories. That means you can overindulge a bit on popcorn and it won’t lead to overconsumption of calories. One serving of popcorn has five times fewer calories than one serving of potato chips.

• Popcorn keeps you feeling full. Thanks to its high fiber content, popcorn can fill you up and stave off hunger pangs.

Popcorn has plenty of hidden benefits that make it a healthy snack.

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Strategies to prevent back pain

Men and women are well aware that minor aches and pains are part of aging. A balky knee that acts up on rainy days or an old sports injury that still triggers periodic discomfort may not be much to worry about, but a more serious condition such as chronic back pain can be so debilitating that it’s wise for individuals to do whatever they can to avoid it or delay its arrival.

• Be active. The Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion notes that physical activity strengthens the back and lowers the risk for developing back pain. The ODPHP recommends individuals engage in back-strengthening and stretching exercises at least two days per week. Chiropractors or personal trainers can recommend safe back-strengthening exercises, which the Mayo Clinic notes include the bridge exercise and shoulder blade squeeze. Stretches individuals can try include the kneeto-chest stretch, the lower back rotational stretch and the cat stretch.

• Embrace new exercise routines. Individuals accustomed to strength training that involves dumbbells and circuit training machines should know that there are other ways to build strength and benefit the back at the same time. For example, studies have shown

the value of Pilates in increasing the strength of core muscles, including those in the lower back. In addition, the ODPHP recommends yoga to individuals who want to make their backs stronger and lower their risk for back pain. Many fitness facilities have long since recognized the value of yoga and pilates and now include each approach in their class schedules.

• Perfect your posture. Another way to prevent back pain is to make a concerted effort to maintain good posture. The ODPHP urges individuals to avoid slouching when standing and sitting and to stand tall with head up and shoulders back. When sitting, sit with back straight against the back of the chair and feet flat on the floor. If possible, keep knees slightly higher than hips when sitting. Alternate between sitting and standing to avoid being in the same position for too long.

• Lift correctly. Poor technique when lifting things, even items that are not excessively heavy, can contribute to back pain. When lifting items, do so with the legs and not the back. The ODPHP urges individuals to keep their backs straight and bend at the knees or hips when lifting items. Avoid lifting especially heavy items without assistance.

IVCC agrees to 4 more years at Ottawa campus

Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce will move into Ottawa Center

Illinois Valley Community College made a long-term commitment to its revitalized Ottawa Center campus Thursday.

The board approved a four-year lease with the city of Ottawa to continue offering credit classes including CNA and EMS, Adult Education classes such as ESL and HSE (GED), and noncredit continuing education classes, such as massage therapy.

Coordinator Jeannette Phalen said Ottawa Center enrollment is up 28% this fall “and spring should be up even more. I am proud of the improvements we’ve made in our course delivery.”

The center, located at 321 W. Main St. since 2010, also has driven enrollment by hosting numerous registration events.

In a related action, trustees approved a lease with Ottawa Area

NEWS BRIEFS

Former IVCC, L-P instructor Krolak hosts book reading

Four members of the La Salle-Peru High School Class of 1967 attended the recent ceremony honoring former Illinois Valley Community College and L-P English instructor Ed Krolak.

Pam Skoporc, Lucy (Krolak) Nauman, Rita (Biolchini) Renwick and Cheryl (Latty) Boldt attended the event in IVCC’s Jacobs Library.

It featured IVCC English faculty members reading portions from Krolak’s recent book “Lilies of the Valley,” a compilation of his newspaper columns and essays.

Dozens of former colleagues, students, family and friends attended the ceremony. His 40-year teaching career included a year in England as part of the prestigious Fulbright Teacher Exchange.

Four members of the La Salle-Peru High School class of 1967 attended the recent ceremony honoring former Illinois Valley Community College and L-P English instructor Ed Krolak (seated). Pam Skoporc (left) Lucy (Krolak) Nauman, Rita (Biolchini) Renwick and Cheryl (Latty) Boldt attended the event in IVCC’s Jacobs Library.

Chamber of Commerce to have the chamber move into Ottawa Center. The 4.5-year lease begins Jan. 1. Chamber offices will face Main Street in the northwest corner of the center.

In other action, the board gave final approval to a $14.3 million 2022 tax levy, a 6.4% increase over last year’s $13.5 million extension. The levy is based on a 7.5% increase in the district’s EAV due largely to an agreement with Constellation’s La Salle Power Station. Over five years, it will result in nearly $1.2 million in new revenue for IVCC.

With the levy increasing more than 5%, a public hearing was conducted prior to final approval. Taxpayers in La Salle, Bureau and Putnam counties – as well as smaller parts of Marshall, Lee, Livingston, Grundy and DeKalb counties – should not see an increase in their IVCC taxes.

The board also approved: Seeking bids for a CNC-controlled hydraulic press brake and robotic welder for the welding, fabrication and manufacturing programs for an estimated $124,000.

A five-month digital marketing

campaign with Interact Communications for $49,999. The campaign will provide media placement and analytics including pay-per-click search engine marketing, digital display advertising and initiatives utilizing Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and Spotify.

The resignation of electronics instructor Charles Raimondi effective Dec. 17.

Reimbursement of $75 in expenses to trustee Jane Goetz for attending ICCTA meetings Nov. 11 and 12.

Closed session minutes from Nov. 10.

The board learned:

The IVCC Foundation’s Annual Appeal had raised more than $31,000 from 98 donors as of Wednesday. “Special thanks to the trustees who have contributed so generously,” Corcoran said.

IVCC hosted a reception for retired English instructor Ed Krolak Tuesday. Krolak donated 30 copies of his book “Lilies of the Valley” to guests attending the event.

Instructors Dawn Chambers and Rick Pretzsch presented a program

Nov. 14 on their team trip to Estonia and Finland this spring. The trip was funded through a grant with Indiana University and awarded by the Midwest Institute for International/Intercultural Education.

The theatre department’s fall musical “Mame” attracted 800 guests over an 8-show run between Nov. 10 and 20.

IVCC received a $108,650 ICCB Innovative Bridge and Transitions Grant to fund a student support center for underrepresented populations and basic needs for at-risk students. The grant will continue the successful “Get Set” program.

A pilot remote work arrangement with highly-skilled Information Technology staff.

Tenure recommendations have been made for cybersecurity instructor Nancy McDonnell and Medical Assisting program coordinator Kaity Ritter. McDonnell and Ritter will be recognized along with other newly tenured faculty at the February meeting.

Kelsey Forkner has been hired as Student Services information specialist.

Stage 212 to host New Year’s Eve Celebration for kids

Stage 212 in La Salle is helping young people ring in the New Year in style with its annual New Year’s Eve Celebration for Kids, a child friendly party presented at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 31 at the theater, 700 First St.

The event will be hosted by Buddy the Elf and feature appearances by Anna and Elsa, the PAW Patrol and others.

Tickets for the event are on sale for $10 each and may be purchased online at www.stage212.org or by calling the box office at 815-224-3025 and leaving a message. Tickets may be picked up at the door. All patrons age 1 year and older must have a ticket. All children must be properly chaperoned. Performances may be added as ticket sales demand.

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Brian Johnson Memorial Blood Drive

Brian Johnson was known for his heart, spending time with family and friends and always willing to lend a helping hand in the community. Honor Brian’s memory and donate at a very special blood drive with his family and friends at McNabb Fire Department.

PC Methodist Churches

Community Blood Drive

McNabb Fire Dept. Hall

391 N. Rt. 89 . McNabb, IL 61335

Monday, December 19, 2022 . 1:00 to 6:00 p.m.

For an appointment call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or Visit RedCrossBlood.org You can save up to 15 minutes when you donate blood by using Rapidpass! Visit redcrossblood.org/RapidPass for more information.

Come to give for a long-sleeved Red Cross T-shirt, while supplies last! Redcrossblood.org | 1-800-RED CROSS

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Happy Holidays from Putnam County Rotary

Hello Putnam County Record Readers, Can you believe the holiday season is here and the year is almost over?

Soon, school will be out, Holiday tournaments will be in full swing for our athletes, the traveling to see family will begin, shopping, cooking, baking; so much to do. Things can sure get pretty hectic this time of the year. But how many aren’t able to do those things? Seniors who no longer drive, shut-ins who are alone, gas is so expensive, people out of work and of course the worry about getting sick. Putnam County is very lucky to have so many giving hearts.

Our churches have giving trees, businesses do toy drives, neighbors watch out for their elderly neighbors, our schools and Interact Clubs take part in food, toy and clothing drives for those less fortunate. How lucky are we to live here?

We have a food pantry with shelves stocked that has some of the most giving volunteers anywhere and

Rotary continues to support Toys In

The Pantry led by Cathy Oliveri and the hardworking volunteers who help make Christmas special for so many families.

As a rotarian, I am proud that “Toys” was a Rotary project for years and that community donations will continue to be sent in by the generous businesses, churches and residents of our small county. Thank you for all you do.

The “Little Free Pantry” located at the Putnam County Community Center in Standard is a Rotary project that continues to help feed people in need by providing a day’s needs in a pinch, perhaps between monthly grocery pickup from the PC Food Pantry. (Think of us as the “mini food pantry”).

I have to thank everyone who donates money and/or food to help keep this project going. The PC Food Pantry is an amazing partner that I can’t thank enough for their continued support.

Getting back to the holiday season, I was recently asked what my favorite holiday memory is. Well, it was a gift I was given when I was 12 years old. I

was that kid who wasn’t above, shaking, untapping, and any other means to see what I was getting. I know, what a brat.

But that Christmas there was a very heavy, double wrapped, packing tape, sealed gift with my name on it. I was all set to open it first thing Christmas morning, only to have my dad guarding it and saying it would be the last present opened. Of course my brother was saying it was coal and bricks so don’t get too excited.

When I was finally able to open it, I ripped that paper off, opened the box and inside were 24 bottles of ketchup, my favorite. I still remember that gift more than any other.

My favorite holiday story comes from a Jewish friend who told me her most memorable and favorite gift ever was given to her when she was seven years old. Her grandmother, who was a Holocaust survivor, gave her a small silver Menorah. It was better than any gift she was given.

So my question to all of you, during the holidays, what is your favorite memory? Favorite gift? Favorite tra -

dition? Maybe this year share it with your family, write it down or just smile and remember.

This year PC Rotary’s Christmas project is for our members to donate food to fill the Rotary Little Free Pantry and we are asking them to also donate hats, gloves and socks for children and adults that will also be available at the Little Free Pantry.

If anyone would like to help us with this project, you can contact any Rotarian to arrange a pickup of your donation.

From me and everyone in Putnam County Rotary, no matter how, where, or when you celebrate, have a blessed holiday and a very Happy New Year.

From all of us at Rotary, thank you for your support of all our projects throughout the year. Think about joining us in the new year. Be looking for our Soup for Seniors grant project in 2023.

Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Blessed Holidays and as always, service above self.

Debbie Buffington, President of Putnam County Rotary

Are you the primary caregiver for a friend or family member with Alzheimer’s Disease or a related disorder?

The PCCC has funding available for persons with Alzheimer’s Disease, dementia or a related disorder and/or their primary caregivers. Funds are to be used for services and supports, goods/supplies and/or home modifications that enhance their ability to remain in their homes. Eligible caregivers are those who are informal, unpaid and responsible for directing and managing the care of person with dementia.

For more information on the process and eligibility, please call the PCCC. The PCCC is an aging and disability resource center and is partially funded by the Western Illinois Area Agency on Aging.

August 1, 2022

Michelle Ann Bradish to Michelle A Bradish Trust, deed, Quin-Mar Addition - Village of Mark L:28, $0.

Anjrzej and Maria Majerczyk to Anthony and Michelle Parlick, deed, Laker Thunderbird Woods Plat #2 L:321, $5,000.

Chicago Title Land Trust Company to Stephen and Renare Peterson, deed, Lake Thunderbird Hills L:481, Plat #2 L:480 and Plat #2 L:483, $281,000.

August 2, 2022

Morse Revocable Trust Agreement to Triple Eight Farmland Management LLC, deed, 03-07-110-000 Q:NE S:34 T:14 R:9, $720,000.

Lisa Barnes to William Hayes and Michael Plei, deed, Lake Thunderbird Woods L:219, $205,000.

August 3, 2022

Evelyn Burress to Matthew Donelson, deed, Colby’s N H Second Addition - Village of Granville, 02-00-062-030, $0

August 10, 2020

Ryan and Bethany Ashley to Ryan Brooke, deed, Lake Thunderbird Woods L:58, $0.

August 11, 2022

Virgil Balensiefen to Matthew Magana and Lauren Heavener, deed, 01-00-080-051 Parkview Section 4Hennepin L:5, $280,000.

Wiseslaw Labedz to Louise M Revocable Living Trust Agreement, deed, Lake Thunderbird Woods Plat #4 L:633, $3,000.

William and Joellen Nienaber to Nicholas Heathcoat and Sanjuana Arreguin, deed, Lake Thunderbird Woods L:123 and L:124, $306,000.

August 12, 2022

Vitalii Ropii and Krystsina Kananchuk to Vitalii Ropii, deed, Lake Thunderbird Woods Plat #3 L:533, $0.

Robert Diehl to Tonya Frasco and Alec Veverka, deed, Colby’s N H Third Addition - Granville L:46, L:45, L:47, $0.

Corey and Laura Adams to Adam and Rebecca Gauch, deed, Archibald Hopkins W Addition Granville 02-00070-050, $128,500.

David Bell Declaration of Trust to Bernie and Laurie Kamps, deed, 02-27-274-000, 02-28-058-000, 02-27-277000 101.781 acres, $1,030,000.

August 16, 2022

Thomas and Pamela Destri to Thomas Vagsky, deed, 02-00-047-030

C H Smith Addition - Granville L:12, $80,000.

Donald Engerer to Michael and Brandon Lou, deed, Lake Thunderbird Hills L:376, $30,000.

August 17, 2022

Gary and Marzena Geurts to Matthew Cole, deed, Lake Thunderbird Hills Plat #2 L:506, $0.

August 19, 2022

Michael Weger and Bethany Coleman to David and Karen Davis, deed, 01-03-052-000 Q:NW S:31 T:32 R:1, $41,500.

August 22, 2022

Life Estate John and Mary Ann Brouwer to Ryan and Andrew Brouwer and Jessica Leighton, deed, Village of Hennepin L:5 B:29 and L:6 B:29, $0.

Christopher, Nicole and Jennie Young to Matthew Hostetter, deed, Joel Hopkins W Addition - Village of Granville 02-00-052-245, $75,000.

Volkan Gurler to Monika Wasik, deed, Indian Hills L:88, $5,000.

TJ Griffith Family Properties to Trent Griffith, deed, Gemion Addition -Granville L:2 and L:1, $0.

August 25, 2022

Susan Knapp to Kevin and Kath -

erine Knapp, deed, Q:SE S:29 T:31 R:1, $0.

Kenneth Knapp to Kevin and Katherine Knapp, deed, Q:SE S:29 T:31 R:1, $0

August 26, 2022

Putnam County Clerk, Daniel Nielsen, Danice Nielsen-Falls and Donna Dunn to Putnam County Trustee, deed, Indian Hills L:298, $0.

Putnam County Clerk and Marilyn Benyon to Putnam County Trustee, deed, Indian Hills L:140, $0.

Putnam County Clerk and Michael Kernan to Putnam County Trustee, deed, Indian Hills L:86, $0.

Putnam County Clerk and Daniel and Catherine Lukensmeyer, deed, Lake Thunderbird Woods PLat #4 L:661, $0.

Putnam County Clerk and Deborah Pilson to Putnam County Trustee, deed, Lake Thunderbird Woods PLat #3 L:573, $0.

Putnam County Clerk and Minnie Ensign to Putnam County Trustee, deed, Lake Thunderbird Woods Plat #3 L:550, $0.

Putnam County Clerk and Rick Jones to Putnam County Trustee, deed, Lake Thunderbird Woods PLat #3 L:543, $0.

*All participants who attend an estimated 60-90-minute in-home product consultation will receive a $25 Visa gift card. Retail value is $25. Offer sponsored by LeafGuard Holdings Inc. Limit one per household. Company procures, sells, and installs seamless gutter protection. This offer is valid for homeowners over 18 years of age. If married or involved with a life partner, both cohabitating persons must attend and complete presentation together. Participants must have a photo ID and be legally able to enter into a contract. The following persons are not eligible for this offer: employees of Company or affiliated companies or entities, their immediate family members, previous participants in a Company in-home consultation within the past 12 months and all current and former Company customers. Gift may not be extended, transferred, or substituted except that Company may substitute a gift of equal or greater value if it deems it necessary. Gift card will be mailed to the participant via first class United States Mail within 10 days of receipt of the promotion form. Not valid in conjunction with any other promotion or discount of any kind. Offer not sponsored and is subject to change without notice prior to reservation. Offer not available in the states of CA, IN, PA and MI. Expires 11/30/22.

Putnam County Clerk and Beverly Harpold to Putnam County Trustee, deed, Lake Thunderbird Woods Plat #2 L:323, $0.

Putnam County Clerk and John Keener to Putnam County Trustee, deed, Lake Thunderbird Woods L:256, $0.

Putnam County Clerk and David and Debra Ingram and Daniel Stickelmaier to Putnam County Trustee, deed, Replat Lake Thunderbird Woods Lot 89-10, $0.

Putnam County Clerk and Neldo and Elsa Izquierdo to Putnam County Trustee, deed, Lake Thunderbird Hills Plat #2 L:726, $0.

lena Jachimowicz to Putnam County Trustee, deed, Lake Thunderbird Hills Plat #3 L:689, $0.

ica Sheehan to Putnam County Trustee, deed, Lake Thunderbird Hills L:370, $0.

Nielsen, Danice Nielsen-Falls and Donna Dunn to Putnam County Trustee, deed, Lake Thunderbird Hills L:364, $0.

Jones to Putnam County Trustee, deed, Lake Thunderbird Hills L:341, $0.

lena Jachimowicz to Putnam County

Trustee, deed, Lake Thunderbird Hills L:232, $0.

Putnam County Clerk and Veronika Ivanova to Putnam County Trustee, deed, Lake Thunderbird Hills L:15, $0.

Putnam County Clerk and Russell Hyde to Putnam County Trustee, deed, Indian Hills L:329, $0.

August 29, 2022

Brandon Bowers to Garrett Fues, deed, 01-06-091-000 Q:NW S:12 T:31 R:2, $15,000.

August 30, 2022

Andrea Sparr to Andrea Sparr Trustee, deed, Indian Hills L:98, $0.

Paul Read to Owen and Angela Doyle, deed, 03-05-070-000 and 03-05041-000, $130,000.

Brigham to Matthew Donelson, deed,

BOYS BASKETBALL: COLMONE CLASSIC

McDonald’s game-winner lifts PC past Marquette for third place

By KEVIN HIERONYMUS khieronymus@bcrnews.com

SPRING VALLEY – Jackson McDonald was the right man in the right place for the Putnam County Panthers at Hall High School Saturday night.

His putback lifted the Panthers to a come-from-behind 47-45 victory over Ottawa Marquette in the third-place game of the Colmone Classic.

McDonald was happy to deliver for his teammates.

“I had to get the rebound and put it back in,” he said. “These guys come into practice and grind it out every single day. It was a good win.

“A win over Marquette’s good. They’re our conference rival. It always feels good to beat them. Obviously, we want to play in this late game (championship), but we’re happy with what we got.”

Marquette led by 11 points after the first quarter and six heading into the fourth.

Tommy Durdan nearly won the game for the Crusaders with a 3-point shot at the buzzer that rimmed in and out.

“We came out really flat and I’m just glad we came back. Everybody played hard defense and rebounded well and that’s what brought us back in the game,” McDonald said.

McDonald finished with a game-high 16 points and Austin Mattingly added 13 for PC.

Griffin Walker had 10 points for the Crusaders and Alex Graham had nine.

COLMONE CLASSIC AT A GLANCE

48th annual Colmone Classic at Hall High School

RED POOL: Putnam County 2-0, Stillman Valley 1-1, Hall 0-2

BLACK POOL: Marquette 2-0, LaSalle-Peru 1-1, Mendota 0-2

WHITE POOL: Pontiac 2-0, Fieldcrest 1-1, Bureau Valley 0-2

GRAY POOL: Princeton 2-0, Rock Falls 1-1, St. Bede 0-2

Saturday, Dec. 3

Marquette 58, Mendota 36

Fieldcrest 63, Bureau Valley 34

Princeton 70, St. Bede 22

Stillman Valley 66, Hall 64

Monday, Dec. 5

Pontiac 89, Bureau Valley 62 Marquette 67, LaSalle-Peru 46

Tuesday, Dec. 6

LaSalle-Peru 55, Mendota 45

Princeton 68, Rock Falls 56

Putnam County 69, Hall 34

Wednesday, Dec. 7

Putnam County 63, Stillman Valley 48

Rock Falls 69, St. Bede 61

Pontiac 65, Fieldcrest 47

Thursday, Dec. 8

Game 13 - Mendota 65, St. Bede 58

Game 14 - Hall 60, Bureau Valley 42

Game 15 - Stillman Valley 60, Fieldcrest 57

Friday, Dec. 9

Game 16 - LaSalle-Peru 60, Rock Falls 48

Game 17 - Princeton 74, Marquette 50

Game 18 - Pontiac 78, Putnam County 58

Saturday, Dec. 10

11th place - St. Bede 70, Bureau Valley 58

9th place - Mendota 59, Hall 42

7th place - Fieldcrest 64, Rock Falls 61

5th place - Stillman Valley 43, LaSallePeru 36

3rd place - Putnam County 47, Marquette 45

1st place - Princeton 62, Pontiac 57

Sophomore tournament

RED POOL: Stillman Valley 2-0, Hall 1-1, Putnam County 0-2

BLACK POOL: Mendota 2-0, Marquette 1-1, LaSalle-Peru 0-2

WHITE POOL: Pontiac 2-0, Fieldcrest 1-1, Bureau Valley 0-2

GRAY POOL: Rock Falls 2-0, Princeton 1-1, St. Bede 0-2

Saturday, Dec. 3

Hall 29, Putnam County 21 Mendota 48, L-P 47

Fieldcrest 44, Bureau Valley 37

Princeton 62, St. Bede 42

Stillman Valley 60, Hall 39

Marquette 46, L-P 44

Pontiac 60, Bureau Valley 30

Stillman Valley 40, Putnam County 31

Rock Falls 52, Princeton 24

Mendota 27, Marquette 26

Pontiac 41, Fieldcrest 33

Rock Falls 52, St. Bede 42

Thursday, Dec. 8

L-P 60, St. Bede 49

BV 52, PC 47

Fieldcrest 47, Hall 19

Friday, Dec. 9

Princeton 55, Marquette 53

Rock Falls 52, Mendota 36

Pontiac 40, Stillman Valley 26

Saturday, Dec. 10 (main gym)

Title - Rock Falls 39, Pontiac 37

Kevin Hieronymus – khieronymus@bcrnews.com

The Putnam County Panthers defeated Marquette 47-45 to capture the third-place game at the Colmone Classic at Hall Saturday.

Panthers win Red Pool at Colmone Classic

By KEVIN HIERONYMUS khieronymus@bcrnews.com

Putnam County 69, Hall 34: The Panthers used their 1-2 punch of Jackson McDonald (25) and Austin Mattingly (21), who combined for 46 points, to defeat host Hall in their Colmone Classic opener on Tuesday, Dec. 6.

PC coach Harold Fay said it was nice to win their tournament opener.

“We shot the ball well, and some things went right for us,” he said.

Mac Resetich led Hall (2-5) with 22 points despite drawing the attention of the PC defense.

“We wanted to try to keep Resetich in check as much as we could. He’s a good player. That’s hard to do,” Fay said. “The shots he made, I thought were tough shots.”

Hall coach Mike Filippini said the Red Devils will just have to regroup.

“Putnam County killed us. We could do nothing right,” he said. “They beat us in every phase of the game tonight. That was an old-fashioned butt kicking. There’s nothing more you can say. Now we’re in the losers bracket, but we still have a chance to win two games. There’s not a lot of positives to take out tonight, but that’s one of them.”

Putnam County 63, Stillman Valley 48: McDonald scored 18 points and grabbed eight rebounds Dec. 7 to lead the Panthers to a 63-48 win over Stillman Valley in the Colmone Classic

With the win, the Panthers claimed the Red Pool with a 2-0 record.

Wyatt Grimshaw and Mattingly

scored 16 points each for Putnam County.

Pontiac 78, Putnam County 58: The Indians defeated the Panthers in the semifinals of the Colmone Classic on Friday, Dec. 9.

The Panthers got off to a strong

start, with McDonald and Grimshaw each scoring down low and hitting a pair of free throws to help PC take a an 8-2 lead.

PC later scored on four straight possessions to go up 17-9, but the Indians closed the first quarter on a

10-0 run to take a 19-17 lead.

“We started out real well,” Fay said. “We had good movement on offense. I’m not blaming officiating, but there were some calls early on, and we weren’t able to finish. Then we just kind of stopped.

“Our movement stopped. Weakside guards weren’t exchanging, and we just got into kick it down to the post, throw it out, shoot, and they shot us out of it.”

PC held its last lead at 23-21 with 4:55 left in the second quarter. Pontiac took a 33-28 lead into halftime.

The Indians put together a 12-2 run early in the third to build a 47-34 lead and extended their advantage to 60-43 by the end of the quarter.

“We stood and watched,” Fay said. “We got impatient on offense. They came out and scored right away to get it to seven. We got it down to three, then we just couldn’t get stops. We let them penetrate and kick, and we’d leave somebody open. We knew it was coming. It was exactly what we expected, but they were able to do a better job at it than us.”

McDonald scored 20 points for PC, Mattingly added 16.

GIRLS BASKETBALL

Serena 38, Putnam County 30: Ava Hatton and Gracie Ciucci each scored 11 points Saturday but the Panthers lost a nonconference game in Granville.

Putnam County 37, Midland 23: Hatton scored 21 points to lead the Panthers to a Tri-County Conference victory on Monday, Dec. 5, in Granville.

Senior eclipses 1,000 career points at Wethersfield Invite

By KEVIN CHLUM kchlum@shawmedia.com

Putnam County senior Jackson McDonald had a strong start to the season at Wethersfield’s Wally Keller Invitational as he led the Panthers to the title.

McDonald averaged 21.6 points per game over five games with a high-game 28 points against Annawan. He eclipsed 1,000 career points during the tournament and was named MVP.

“Jackson showed throughout the tournament how good he can be when he works hard and stays hungry,” Putnam County coach Harold Fay said.

For his performance, McDonald was voted the NewsTribune Athlete of the

Week, sponsored by Central Bank, Witek Wealth Management and the Spring Valley, Mendota and Princeton McDonald’s. McDonald answered a few questions from NewsTribune sports editor Kevin Chlum.

What makes you a good basketball player?

McDonald: My work ethic and will to do what it takes to win. Also, listening to my grandpa and dad’s advice because they have helped mold me into the athlete I am.

What did it mean to reach 1,000 career points?

McDonald: It meant a lot. It has been a goal of mine since freshman year.

What is your favorite sport to play and why?

McDonald: Baseball because I am going to college to play.

What is the best gift you ever received for Christmas?

McDonald: Probably my AirPods because I always use them during my lifts and workouts.

What is your favorite Christmas movie?

McDonald: “Christmas Vacation.” With what food could you win an eating contest?

McDonald: A Chipotle burrito eating

contest.

What is your favorite subject in school?

McDonald: Calculus.

What are your plans after high school?

McDonald: I plan to attend St. Charles Community College to play baseball and study engineering.

What are your favorite hobbies outside of sports?

McDonald: When I’m not playing sports, I enjoy playing Euchre.

What are your thoughts on your individual performance during the Wethersfield tournament?

McDonald: I thought I played well, but obviously could’ve improved in some ways. As a team, overall we played very well.

Jackson McDonald

Scott Anderson – sanderson@shawmedia.com

Putnam County’s Jackson McDonald (23) runs past Hall’s Payton Dye (32) to score a basket during the Colmone Classic on Tuesday, Dec. 6, at Hall Hight School in Spring Valley.

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Please be advised that Ameren Illinois will perform vegetation management in your area in the near future Our professional vegetation management specialists will be man aging vegetation on tran smission rights-o f-way that could affect our electric lines Th is vegetation management work is necessary to protect the in tegrity of the electric system an d to prevent potential safety hazards.

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(Published in Putnam County Record December 14, 2022) 2039173

PUBLIC NOTICE

In the Circuit Court of the 10th Judicial Circuit Putnam Co., IL Village of Hennepin, Plaintiff, vs Pamela Bouxsein, Unknown Owners, & Non- Record Claimants, Defendants Case No. 2 021 -MR- 15

Notice of Pendency of Action

The requisite affidavits for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you, Pamela Bouxsein, Unknown Owners & Non- Record Claimants, that the aboveentitled Complaint for Equitable & Other Relief Seeking Repair or Demolition of Unsafe Building was filed on November 22, 2022 & is now pending in the Circuit Court of the 10th Judicial Circuit, Putnam Co., IL. And you, Pamela Bouxsein, Unknown Owners & Non- Record Claimants, are further given notice that summons was duly issued out of the said Court against you as provided by law.

1. The name of the Plaintiff & the case number are identified above.

2. The court in which this action was brought is identified above.

3. The name of the title holder of record is: Pamela Bouxsein

4. A legal description of the real estate sufficient to identify it with reasonable certainty is:

Lots 7 and 8 in Fractional Block 66, and that part of the West Half of the vacated alley adjoining Lots 7 and 8, all situated in the Village of Hennepin, Putnam County, Illinois

5. A common address or description of the location of the real estate is: 402 Vine St., Hennepin, IL

Now, therefore, unless you, Pamela Bouxsein, Unknown Owners & Non-Record Claimants, file your answer to the Complaint in said action or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Circuit Court of the 10th Judicial Circuit, Putnam Co., IL held in the courthouse in Hennepin, IL, on or before January 13, 2023, default may be entered against you at any time after that day & a judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said Complaint.

Carly Neubaum, Clerk of the Circuit Court Putnam Co., IL

Dated November 28, 2022

(Published in Putnam County Record December 7, 14, 21, 2022) 2037727