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The Putnam County Public Library District will be closed at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 13, for a staff meeting. The library district will reopen Thursday, Dec. 14. The library district also will be closed Saturday, Dec. 23, Monday, Dec. 25, and Tuesday, Dec. 26, for the holidays. Librar-

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Putnam County Public Library District is now an affiliate library for FamilySearch. Hundreds of FamilySearch affiliate libraries are helping extend FamilySearch’s services to millions of patrons worldwide. Affiliate libraries have access

to FamilySearch’s digital genealogical collections that are otherwise accessible only through a FamilySearch center. Local affiliate libraries may be a public or higher education library, archive, museum, cultural center or genealogical or historical society. For training, visit putnamcountylibrary.org and watch tutorial videos on how to set up and use FamilySearch.

OSF to open OBGYN, 2 new primary care offices SHAW LOCAL NEWS NETWORK contact@shawmedia.com

OSF HealthCare announced the opening of two new OSF Medical Group - Primary Care offices and an OSF Medical Group – Obstetrics and Gynecology office. Patients with existing appointments with these providers do not need to reschedule. Patients will be contacted directly to confirm the location of their appointments. OSF Medical Group – Obstetrics and Gynecology, 920 West St., Suite 110, Peru, opening Jan. 9; Jennifer Maschmann, MD; Norah Toraason, MD OSF Medical Group-Primary Care, 415 E. Second St., Spring Valley, opening Jan. 11; Karen Eggers, APRN; Fazal Khan, MD; Louis Lukancic, MD;

Michael Morrow, MD; Robert Morrow, MD; Cynthia Salazar, APRN; Taylor Vipond, APRN OSF Medical Group-Primary Care, 790 W. Walnut St., Oglesby, opening Jan. 16; Patricia Blackburn, PA; Ricardo Calderon, MD; Britnae Lewis, APRN; Elizabeth Stuart, APRN Effective Monday, Jan. 21, Dr. Vijay Sharma will transition his practice to see patients at OSF Medical Group Primary Care – Ottawa on Norris Drive with Tuesday appointments at OSF Medical Group Primary Care – Center for Health in Streator. Sharma will not be returning to Spring Valley. Sharma’s patients can continue to schedule appointments and will be contacted regarding the location of their appointments.

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Tracy Lawrence to headline 2024 Marshall-Putnam Fair SHAW LOCAL NEWS NETWORK contact@shawmedia.com

The Marshall-Putnam County Fair Board announced country musician Tracy Lawrence will be the headliner for the 2024 Marshall-Putnam Fair. Lawrence has sold more than 13 million albums and charted 18 No. 1. hits. He recently performed to thousands of concert goers at Streator Fest last August. Lawrence has charted 40 singles and released two double platinum albums. Eight of his songs “Sticks and Stones,” “Alibis,” “Can’t Break it to My Heart,” “My Second Home,” “If the Good Die Young,” “Texas Tornado,” “Time Marches On” and “Find Out Who Your Friends Are” reached No. 1 on the country charts. Lawrence will be performing July 18 at the Marshall-Putnam County Fairgrounds in Henry. Additionally, Southern rock and country music band Confederate Railroad, who have charted 18 hits and sold more than 5 million albums, will be opening the show. An acoustic performance by local musician Tyson Schulte will kick off the show. Gates will open at 5:30 p.m. and the show will start at 7 p.m. that night. Tickets will go on sale at 8 a.m. Friday, Dec. 8. Tickets can be purchased at marshallputnamfair.org.

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Tracy Lawrence performs at Streator Fest on Aug. 4. Lawrence will headline the Marshall-Putnam Fair in July 2024.

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Granville Knights of Columbus donated $2,013 to the Putnam County Schools from the Tootsie Roll fundraiser for the benefit of those with intellectual disabilities. Pictured are (from left) Michelle Erickson, special education teacher; Gianna Baracani, special education teacher; Doug Ossola, Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll chairman; and Moriah Mott, principal.

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Marshall-Putnam county 4-Hers honored Annual ceremony celebrates hard work, leadership, personal growth SHAW LOCAL NEWS NETWORK contact@shawmedia.com

University of Illinois Extension Marshall-Putnam honored 4-Hers from Marshall and Putnam counties last month to celebrate a year of hard work, leadership and dedication to personal growth. The award level is determined by how many experiences the member completes in each dimension. The four levels are participation, community service, leadership and project learning. Project Achievement winners receive a bronze medal, Service Achievement winners receive a silver medal and Leadership Achievement receive a gold medal. Bronze Clover Award: Youth complete at least one experience in each of the four dimensions Silver Clover Award: Youth complete at least two experiences in each of the four dimensions, at least two of those experiences must be at the county level or beyond Gold Clover Award: Youth complete four experiences in each of the four dimensions, at least two of those experiences must be beyond the county level.

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Marshall-Putnam 4-H members who participated in Marshall-Putnam 4-H Achievement Night at Henry Presbyterian Church. Many don’t complete the form because they do not think they will earn it. The Marshall-Putnam 4-H member who earned the effort award is Phoebe Kammer – Lostant Leaders. Members who earned the Silver

Achievement award are Sarah Daugherty – Lostant Leaders, Daphne Heeley – Saratoga Leadaways, Gwen Heeley – Saratoga Leadaways, Josephine Heeley – Saratoga Leadaways, Paige Kammer –

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An installation project will close all but two of Illinois Valley Community College’s parking lots before the college shuts down for winter break. They’re expected to reopen by Jan. 2 when the college reopens. The parking changes take effect Wednesday, Dec. 13, a week before the college closes Dec. 20. For the next week that the campus is open, staff and visitors will use Lot 7 east of the Community Technology Center or the Americans with Disabilities Act-compliant parking lot in front of the building. The circle drive also will be open for access to the entrance, but not for parking. Barricades will be erected at the closed lots and signs will direct drivers to Lot 7. The rerouting will affect theater-goers to the holiday production the weekend of Dec. 15-17 as well as daily visitors to counseling, admissions, financial aid, bookstore or other campus services. Parking for fans coming to the gym for the Eagles home basketball game Dec. 16 will be announced when it’s been determined. Fall semester classes are winding down this week, but campus services will operate through Dec. 19. The Main Campus and Ottawa Center will be closed for winter break from Dec. 20-Jan. 1. The lot closures are necessary for completion of a lighting and security upgrade project.

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The Illinois Valley Community College Theatre Department’s production of “Jingle All The Way – A Very Merry Holiday Revue!” returns to the stage to celebrate the holidays with song, dance, comedy and even Santa Claus. The family-friendly show plays three performances at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Dec. 15 and 16, and 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 17. The “Jingle All The Way!” cast is a combination of community members, alumni, faculty and students, and the musical revue features holiday music from pop to classics. Featured soloists include Jake Jakielski, of Marseilles, and Christen Mitchell, of La Salle, (IVCC alumni), Tracey Childers, of Ottawa, and Kelly Johnson, of Seneca, (community members), and Don Grant Zellmer, director and choreographer of musical theater at IVCC. Making an appearance as “the man in red” is IVCC theater and speech professor, David Kuester. Student performers include Azlyn Bachman, of Ottawa, McKenzie Bruce, of

Streator, Lucas Fraga, a Streator High School student, Nicholas Graham, of Ottawa, Austin Hack, of Wenona, Leonardo Ochoa, of Walnut, Gennaro Piccolo, of Spring Valley, and Michael Shaw, of Peru. “This production has always been a ‘feel-good’ holiday celebration for us,” Zellmer said. “It’s all about the music of the season, laughter, and allowing our audiences to just relax and enjoy spirit of the holidays in a very non-formal, but theatrical way.” Near the end of the show, Santa Claus and his elves arrive in time for an audience sing-along and get the children in the audience on stage for some North Pole fun. Tickets are available at the box office which opens one hour prior to curtain each performance. Adult tickets are $15, children (12 and under) $10, and the show is available with no charge to IVCC students. For tickets in advance, go to https://www.showtix4u.com/event-details/78868 “Jingle All The Way!” is directed and choreographed by Zellmer, produced and costumed by Kuester, with technical direction by Chad Brokaw. Alyce Scott is the stage manager, and student technicians are William Bates, of Spring Valley, lighting technician, and Stephen Shaw, of Peru, tech assistant.

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The Putnam County High School girls basketball held a teacher appreciation night on Dec. 7. Each player picked a staff member that has made an impact on them during their school days. Esmeralda Avila selected Jackie Gerling, Eme Bouxsein selected Kelly McCurry, Cadence Breckenridge selected Marlea Smaga, Salina Breckenridge selected Angie Heiser, Ashley Cano selected Gerling, Kacie Coleman selected John Slingsby, Emberlyn Cwikla selected Christian Harris, Gabby Doyle selected Kim England, Ava Hatton selected Jared Sale, Emma Henderson selected Doug Colmone, Kaylyn Hill selected Julie Zuniga, Sarah Johnson selected Stacy Veronda, Addy Leatherman selected Brandi LeQuia, Veronika Mack selected Lisa Goddard, Shany Ochoa selected Colmone, Chloe Parcher selected Susan Popurella, Maggie Richetta selected Amy Jessen, Teaghan Sarver selected Jessen, Maggie Spratt selected LeQuia, Valeria Villagomez selected Angie Heiser, Sarah Wiesbrock selected Marlea Smaga and Kennedy Worby selected Chelsi Straughn-Newinski.

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There still is time to sign up for the Online Master Gardener Course. The Bureau, La Salle, Marshall and Putnam County Unit extension office now has a limited number of scholarships available for this training. Contact Bettyann Harrison, master gardener/master naturalist coordinator, at 309-364-2356 or bettyann@illinois.edu for scholarship and program information. For 48 years, University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners have measured success by gardens planted, insects identified, produce harvested and the millions of hours volunteers have logged by helping others learn to grow. Online training is again being offered starting Jan. 29. This selfguided course is for Illinois residents

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The Bureau, La Salle, Marshall and Putnam County Unit extension office now has a limited number of scholarships available for the Online Master Gardener Course. and can be taken from the comfort of home on a desktop, laptop or tablet. “Our online training is a great opportunity for folks who need more flexibility to participate,” State Master Gardener Specialist Candice Anderson said. “It is a self-paced program that can be completed at any time.” The training includes videos, a manual, reading materials and quizzes. The course can be completed in 14 weeks with four hours of weekly work.

A strong internet connection is highly recommended. After finishing training, participants have the option to put their newfound gardening knowledge to use by applying to become an Illinois Extension Master Gardener volunteer. To become a master gardener, you must fill out and submit an application by contacting your local county Extension office. After the local coordinator reviews the application, applicants will be asked for an interview. Acceptance of trainees will

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4-H AWARDS 12 •Continued from page 4 Breckenridge – Lostant Leaders, Lilly Breckenridge – Lostant Leaders, Salina Breckenridge – Lostant Leaders, Ryan Carlson – Henry Guys & Gals and Samantha Nauman – Henry Guys & Gals In addition to the experience awards, there also were special awards and honors that were presented. Each year the 4-H club secretaries can turn in their secretary’s book for judging at the county level. These 4-Hers were recognized for turning in their club’s book Bennington Go-Getters – Kearney McKay, Federation – Sarah Daugherty, Henry Guys & Gals – Ryan Carlson, Lostant Leaders-Sarah Daugherty, PC Progressors – Sophia Brown, Saratoga Leadaways – Lillian Lindstrom and

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LEFT: The Putnam County seventh-grade Pumas basketball team brought home a fourth-place trophy from the IESA State Basketball Team. They lost to Mt. Pulaski, 34-14, in the third-place game on Thursday, Dec. 7, finishing with a record of 20-4. Team members are McKenna Wrobleski, Kami Nauman, Hannah Heiberger, Anni Judd, Avery Lenkaitis, Millie Harris, McKlay Gensini, Tula Rue, Murphy Hopkins and coach Nick Heuser. RIGHT: The Pumas seventh grade basketball team is all ready to leave for the Class 2A state basketball tournament in Riverton. The Pumas finished fourth.

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ABOVE: Putnam County’s Owen Saepharn dribbles down the court as Bureau Valley’s Bryce Helms defends during the 49th annual Colmone Class on Thursday, Dec. 7, at Hall High School. ABOVE RIGHT: Putnam County’s Gavin Cimei eyes the hoop as Bureau Valley’s Landon Hulsing defends during the 49th annual Colmone Class on Thursday, Dec. 7, at Hall High School. RIGHT: Putnam County’s Bryce Smith tucks the ball while trying to get around Bureau Valley’s Bryce Helms during the 49th annual Colmone Class on Thursday, Dec. 7, at Hall High School.

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PC 7th grade girls finish 4th at state By KEVIN HIERONYMUS

khieronymus@bcrnews.com The Putnam County Pumas brought home a fourth-place finish from the Class 2A IESA seventh-grade state tournament at Riverton High School. The Pumas lost to Mt. Pulaski 34-14 in the IESA third-place game in Riverton on Thursday, Dec. 7. McKlay Gensini scored seven points and Tula Rue had five points for PC, which led 4-3 after one quarter but trailed 15-4 at halftime. Putnam County finished the season 20-4. In earlier games at state, the Pumas beat Indian Creek 23-17, but fell to Springfield Calvary, 28-2 on Saturday, Dec. 2.

GIRLS BASKETBALL Putnam County 50, Dwight 22: Ava Hatton had 16 points, seven rebounds, five steals and three assists as the Lady Panthers earned a Tri-County Conference victory in Granville on Thursday, Dec. 7. Maggie Richetta had 16 points and six rebounds for PC (9-2), while Gabby Doyle contributed eighth points, four assists and four steals. St. Bede 51, Putnam County 44:

Ava Hatton scored 24 points in defeat for the Lady Panthers, while Maggie Richetta had 14 points on Dec. 4.

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BOYS BASKETBALL Putnam County 51, Stillman Valley 48: Orlando Harris scored 14

points, grabbed 13 rebounds and had three assists to lead the Panthers to victory in the 11th-place game in the Colmone Classic at Hall High School on Saturday, Dec. 9. The Panthers finished 1-3 in the tournament, dropping pool games to Princeton (70-48) and Fieldcrest (64-52) and the crossover to Bureau Valley (52-38). Princeton 70, PC 48: Harris had 20 points and Owen Saepharn added 12 in the Panthers first tournament game on Monday, Dec. 4. Fieldcrest 64, PC 52: In their second and final pool game, the Panthers lost to the eventual champion Knights on Tuesday, Dec. 7. Harris had 20 points, Bryce Smith 13 and Saepharn 12. BV 52, PC 38: Gavin Cimei scored a game-high 17 points in defeat in the crossover game Thursday, Dec. 7. In other tournament games, Fieldcrest beat Rock Falls 62-42 for the championship, L-P beat Mendota 88-47 for third place, Princeton beat Pontiac 52-43 for fifth place, Hall edged Marquette 73-71 for seventh place and BV beat St. Bede 64-44 for ninth place

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Putnam County senior Maggie Richetta (center) signs to play volleyball for Sauk Valley College. She was joined at her signing by (front) her parents, Mike and Melissa Richetta; and (back) PC head coach Amy Bell, her brother, Stevie, Sauk Valley coach Jay Howell, and PC assistant coach Shannon Jenkins. Richetta was named as the Tri-County Conference and NewsTribune Player of the Year.

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khieronymus@bcrnews.com Putnam County senior Maggie Richetta will continue her volleyball career at Sauk Valley College. The NewsTribune and Tri-County Conference Player of the Year recently signed with the Skyhawlks at PCHS She was second in the area in kills

(3.4 per set) and blocks (0.9), third in digs (4.7) and tied for seventh in aces (0.6 ), leading the Panthers to 23 wins and a regional final appearance. Richetta will join a Skyhawks program coming off a national appearance this season. McKenzie Hecht, Maya Gartin and Gracee Funderberg of Princeton were sophomores for the Skyhawks.

49TH ANNUAL COLMONE CLASSIC AT A GLANCE A look at the 2023 Colmone Classic at Hall High School: GRAY POOL: Fieldcrest 2-0, Princeton 1-1, Putnam County 0-2 RED POOL: Rock Falls 2-0, Hall 1-1, St. Bede 0-2 BLACK POOL: La Salle-Peru 2-0, Marquette 1-1, Bureau Valley 0-2 WHITE POOL: Mendota 2-0, Pontiac 1-1, Stillman Valley 0-2 Saturday, Dec. 2, games Mendota 65, Pontiac 64 L-P 64, Bureau Valley 37 Fieldcrest 61, Princeton 56 Hall 52, St. Bede 43 Monday’s games Marquette 62, Bureau Valley 43 Rock Falls 80, St. Bede 50

Princeton 70, PC 48 Tuesday’s games Fieldcrest 64, PC 52 Pontiac 77, Stillman Valley 41 Rock Falls 74, Hall 30 Wednesday’s games Mendota 62, Stillman Valley 47 L-P 67, Marquette 63 Thursday’s games Bureau Valley 52, PC 38 St. Bede 65, Stillman Valley 62 Pontiac 75, Hall 31 Friday’s games Princeton 70, Marquette 62 Fieldcrest 74, L-P 47 Rock Falls 64, Mendota 47 Saturday, Dec. 9 11th place: PC 51, Still-

man Valley 48 9th place: BV 64, St. Bede 44 7th place: Hall 73, Marquette 71 5th place: Princeton 52, Pontiac 43 3rd place: L-P 88, Mendota 47 1st place: Fieldcrest 62, Rock Falls 42

All-Tournament team Corban Chhim, Bureau Valley Connor Reichmen, Fieldcrest Izaiah Nanez, Mendota Alec Novontney, Marquette Gavin Sands, Rock Falls Josh Senica, LaSalle-Peru Riley Weber, Pontiac Noah La Porte, Princeton Brady Ruestman. Fieldcrest

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Sophomore tournament RED POOL: Rock Falls 2-0, Hall 1-1 St. Bede 0-2 BLACK POOL: L-P 2-0, Bureau Valley 1-1, Marquette 0-2 WHITE POOL: Pontiac 2-0, Mendota 1-1, Stillman Valley 0-2 GRAY POOL: Fieldcrest 2-0, Princeton 1-1, Putnam County 0-2 Saturday, Dec. 2, games Hall 44, St. Bede 38 L-P 50, Bureau Valley 42 Mendota 47, Stillman Valley 20 Fieldcrest 39, Princeton 33 Rock Falls 42, Hall 23

L-P 45, Marquette 39 Pontiac 63, Stillman Valley 29 Rock Falls 64, St. Bede 41 Bureau Valley 51, Marquette 47 Princeton 54, Putnam County 48 Pontiac 57, Mendota 39 Fieldcrest 42, Putnam County 18 Thursday’s games Marquette 45, PC 34 St. Bede 57, Stillman Valley 26 Mendota 62, Hall 28 Friday’s games Pontiac 53, Rock Falls 32 Princeton 54, BV 51 (2 OT) Fieldcrest 49, L-P 41 (OT) Saturday, Dec. 9, championship Pontiac 45, Fieldcrest 37 – Kevin Hieronymus

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