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Kidney Foundation

to offer free screenings at IVCC

The La Salle County Health Department in collaboration with the National Kidney Foundation of Illinois and in partnership with Illinois Valley Community College will be offering free kidney and diabetic screenings at IVCC, 815 N. Orlando Smith St., Oglesby.

The screenings will be from noon to 4 p.m. Thursday, May 23.

One in three Americans are at risk for kidney disease, according to the La Salle County Health Department. This screening will provide results for blood pressure, blood sugar, body mass index, urinalysis and a blood draw (if necessary). At the screening residents will receive their results from a health care professional.

Those wishing to be screened should register at mobilescreening.nkfi.org/preregistration and complete their questionnaire before the screening. You must be 18 years or older to register. Fasting is not required but a urine sample is required. For information regarding the screening, contact the National Kidney Foundation of Illinois at 312-321-1500 or nkfi.org.

For information, contact the La Salle County Health Department at 815-433-3366 or visit lasallecountyil.gov.

Hennepin pool to host May 15 blood drive

The American Red Cross will host a blood drive noon to 5 p.m. Wednesday, May 15, at the Hennepin Pool at Sixth and Milan streets. Book a time to give lifesaving blood now by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App. All who donate April 29 to May 31 will get a coupon for a free haircut at Sport Clips Haircuts. Plus, those who come to give April 29-May 19 will be automatically entered for a chance to win a trip for two and VIP racing experience to the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series and Xfinity Races at Darlington Raceway Labor Day weekend, including entry to the Sport Clips racetrack hospitality tent and a $1,000 gift card. Additionally, those who come to give April 29-May 19 will get a bonus $10 e-gift card to a merchant of choice. For information, visit RedCrossBlood. org/racetogive.

PUTNAM COUNTY SCHOOL MENU: MAY

The Putnam County school district announced its menu for the remainder of the school year.

Wednesday, May 8: Breakfast: Pancakes with syrup or cereal, string cheese, fruit, juice, milk; Lunch: Pizza, veggie sticks with dip, fruit, cookie, milk

Thursday, May 9: Breakfast: Sausage and toast or cereal and toast, yogurt, fruit, juice, milk; Lunch: Chicken nuggets, macaroni and cheese, green beans, fruit, milk

Friday, May 10: Breakfast: Waffle with syrup or cereal, string cheese, fruit, juice, milk; Lunch: Toasted ravioli with marinara, broccoli, breadstick, fruit, milk

Monday, May 13: Breakfast: Bagel with cream cheese or cereal, Go-Gurt, fruit, juice, milk; Lunch: Hot dog on bun, baked beans, fruit, Rice Krispies Treat, milk

Tuesday, May 14: Breakfast: Pig in a blanket or cereal, string cheese, fruit, juice,

milk; Lunch: Cheeseburger on bun, pickles, corn, chips, fruit, milk

Wednesday, May 15: Breakfast: Cereal bar and toast or cereal and toast, yogurt, fruit, juice, milk; Lunch: Cooks’ choice

Thursday, May 16: Breakfast: Funnel cake or cereal, string cheese, fruit, juice, milk; Lunch: French toast with syrup, sausage, hash browns, applesauce, milk

Friday, May 17: Breakfast: Breakfast wrap or cereal, string cheese, fruit, juice, milk; Lunch: Pasta with meat sauce, salad, garlic bread, fruit, milk

Monday, May 20: Breakfast: Muffin or cereal, Go-Gurt, fruit, juice, milk; Lunch: Taco in a bag with meat, cheese, lettuce, tomato, sour cream and salsa, muffin, fruit, milk

Tuesday, May 21: Breakfast: Biscuit and gravy or cereal, string cheese, fruit, juice, milk; Lunch: Sub sandwich, corn, fruit,

Spring cleanup set for May 20-27 in Mark

The village of Mark is scheduling its spring cleanup May 20-27.

Waste Management will provide a dumpster at the Village Hall for village residents. The dumpster will be dropped off May 20 and picked up on May 27.

Acceptable materials include general household waste, furniture, bulky items (boxes, creates, clothing, tables, cabinet, etc.), construction debris (less than 5 feet no exposed nails) and carpeting (cut to 4 foot lengths and properly bundled).

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cottage cheese, milk

Wednesday, May 22: Breakfast: French toast with syrup or cereal, yogurt, fruit, juice, milk; Lunch: Chicken strips, baked beans, fruit, sherbet cup, milk

Thursday, May 23: Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, cereal, Go-Gurt, fruit, juice, milk; Lunch: Barbecue pulled pork on bun, pickles, green beans, chips, fruit, milk

Friday, May 24: Cinnamon roll or cereal, string cheese, fruit, juice, milk; Lunch: Chicken wrap with lettuce, cheese, tomato, fruit, yogurt, milk

Tuesday, May 28: Breakfast and lunch: Cooks’ choice

Wednesday, May 29: Breakfast and lunch: Cooks’ choice

Thursday, May 30: Breakfast and lunch: Cooks’ choice

Friday, May 31: Breakfast and lunch: Cooks’ choice

Chief Senachwine NSDAR wins several awards at state conference

At the 128th state conference of the Illinois State Organization, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution on April 24-28 in Bloomington, awards and certificates were given to members of the 103 DAR Illinois chapters.

The Chief Senachwine Chapter NSDAR was recognized with state conference awards: Historic Preservation Committee, first place, Christopher Lobingier Project, advanced to North Central Division; DAR Museum and Outreach, Outstanding Support, Friends of Museum / Museum Keeper; Flag Committee Jill Bittner, Most Outstanding Chapter Flag Chairman; Service to America Committee, Outstanding Project to Remember Christopher Lobingier Chapter; State Historian, Preserving History of Christopher Lobingier Chapter (1910-1968).

At the 128th state conference of the Illinois State Organization, National Society Daughters of the American

Secondary Certificates of Award were awarded by the following committees and officers: American History Committee, extended research into disbanded Christopher Lobingier Chapter; American Indians, excellent chapter activities; Master Reports / CMR/CAA Committee, Blue Ribbon, Level One, 805 points; Membership Committee, 75 newspaper articles printed; Public Relations and Media Committee, outstanding newsletter; State Librarian, outstanding monetary donation to Friends of the

Bloomington, awards and certificates were given to members of the 103 DAR Illinois chapters.

NSDAR Library; State Parliamentarian, bronze level, Bylaws Update Mandatory Language Award. There are 7,000-plus members of the Illinois State Organization in 103 Illinois DAR chapters assisting their

communities, Illinois and the National DAR Society in their goals of honoring town, state and national activities in historic preservation, education and patriotism. To join in the goals of DAR chapters, email dar.org/membership.

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Chief Senachwine NSDAR members attend state conference

Bittner elected state organizing secretary

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Members of the Chief Senachwine Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, attended the 128th state conference from April 25-28 in Bloomington.

Vice Regent Diana Williamson, Registrar Sharon Bittner, Historian/ Librarian Jean Galletti and Chairman Nancy Gillfillan attended the business

sessions, informational forums and exhibits at the DoubleTree Convention Center.

Dinners on Thursday and Friday nights were dedicated to State Officers Club members and national defense speaker, Capt. Stephen Yargosz, U.S. Navy Commanding Officer Naval Station Great Lakes. His topic was “Untold Heroes – Women in the Military.” The 144th Illinois Army National Guard Band performed before the business session on Friday evening. Later, nominating speeches were given for the candidates running for the five open officer positions.

Election was held Saturday morn-

ing and Sharon Bittner, Chief Senachwine member, was elected state organizing secretary.

The Youth Day Awards Luncheon took place on Saturday with introductions of statewide DAR Good Citizens, fifth through eighth grade American History Essay winners and high school Patriots of the American Revolution Essay Contest winners. The Outstanding American History Teacher was announced as were DAR scholarship winners.

Installation of the newly-elected state officers occurred during the Saturday evening state banquet, followed by the dignitaries’ receiving line.

A memorial worship service was held on Sunday morning. “Remembering Those Who Have Departed” was the title of the meditation. Among the list of departed Illinois DAR members was Chief Senachwine member, Wendy Welch.

Awards for the activities of the 103 Illinois DAR chapters in historic preservation, education and patriotism were distributed at the end of the awards brunch on Sunday.

Any woman with direct lineal descent from a Revolutionary War Patriot is eligible for membership in the DAR. For information, visit dar. org/membership or call 815-303-1034.

Stonier, Moews scholarship applications available at Granville National Bank

Applications due May 31

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The I.F. Doug Stonier and Ella Stonier Educational Trust provides for awarding college scholarships to a number of college students for the school year commencing in August.

To be eligible each student must have resided in the townships of Granville, Hennepin or Magnolia for a period of three years prior to the award of a scholarship.

The scholarships will be awarded on a basis of educational capability and financial need to students working toward a bachelor’s degree who are entering their third or fourth year of college. Applications for a scholarship may

be picked up at the Granville National Bank, 328 N. McCoy St., Granville. Completed applications will be accepted no later than May 31.

Erna A. Moews Memorial Scholarships available

Members of the Erna A. Moews Memorial Scholarship Fund committee announced the availability of scholarships for the 2024-25 school year.

Applicants must be high school graduates and pursuing a major in architecture, fine arts, science, mathematics or computer science who are entering their third or fourth year of college. The students must have resided for a period of three years in Granville Township. Application forms may be obtained from the Granville National Bank. Completed forms must be submitted to the Granville National Bank by May 31.

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La Salle’s Stage 212 presents “The Thirteenth Olympian,” a unique musical experience to the Illinois Valley at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 19. The concert-style performance is an original

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Registration is underway for the annual Children’s Summer Drama Camp at the Prairie Arts Center in Princeton for children entering second through ninth grades.

Camp will run from 2 to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, July 15 through July 26. The camp cost is $100 with special rates for siblings. Need-based

musical by local composer Cameron Dingerson.

Narrated by Calliope, the storytelling muse of Greek mythology, “The Thirteenth Olympian” follows the story of Titonius, fictional son of Ares and Aphrodite, and his quest to find the Baetylus and return it to Hades.

scholarships also are available upon request for those who meet the criteria. Drama camp at the PAC culminates at 5:30 p.m. July 26 in a performance of an original play written specifically for the campers and, to a large extent, tailored to the needs and abilities of the campers. Campers name their own production. Children receive the hands-on experience of creating a show, from set and light work to costuming to performing. Past the -

Weaving together multiple genres, including fantasy, adventure, tragedy and romance, this coming of age story forces its characters and audiences to think about the importance of writing their own story and knowing they are special if they believe they are, according to a news release from the theater.

Featured in the cast are Reid Rynke as Titonius, Xavier Barham as Jack, Ivy Soens as Grace and Emma Woulfe as Hades.

Seating for the performance will be general admission, and freewill donations in support of composer Cameron Dingerson will be accepted at the door.

ater-learning topics have included theatrical accents, sets, Shakespeare, costuming, stage makeup, mime, choreography for the stage, stage lighting and design, musical theater and opera. Camp activities also include theater and improvisational games like one might see on the television show “Whose Line Is It Anyway?”

Children’s theater programming at PAC has been about more than just theater skills. The camp strives to

offer a safe, wholesome environment in which children can learn, grow and have fun, the organizers said in a news release.

To register, contact camp director Rachel Gorenz-Johnson at 815-876-6284 or hildigard@hotmail.com. Payment is expected by July 1. Make checks payable to Gorenz-Johnson. Checks and registration forms can be returned to Rachel Gorenz-Johnson, 3 South Fifth St., Princeton, IL 61356.

Matthiessen State Park annex may begin in 2025

By TOM COLLINS tcollins@shawmedia.com

The director of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources hopes construction on the Matthiessen State Park annex will begin next year.

During a Zoom conference on park safety Monday, hosted annually by state Sen. Sue Rezin, R-Morris, IDNR Director Natalie Phelps Finnie said she hopes to soon see development of some of the Matthiessen land acquired from Buzzi Unicem.

“I don’t know when shovels will be in the ground,” Finnie said, “but I’m hopeful for 2025.”

As previously reported, IDNR has mapped out the 2,629 acres into eight zones. One will be annexed to the far western end of Starved Rock State Park featuring a scenic overlook of the Illinois River. To the south are parcels to be annexed to Matthiessen, one of which will include a 200-site campground, park office and a BMX riding area.

New areas to attract visitors would be welcome because Starved Rock is bracing for a big summer. Site Superintendent Alvin Harper reported during the Zoom conference park attendance has ticked up thanks to a mild finish to winter.

“With this nice spring, we’ve had extremely busy month in April,” Harper said, reporting a recent weekend that drew 40,000 visitors – a volume comparable to Independence Day.

Harper said park staff have added large trash receptacles and portable toilets in place ahead of Memorial Day weekend, at which point attendance is likely to surge.

Traffic has not been a problem. Save for some pavement repairs coming in May at the interchange of Route 178 and Interstate 80, there are no major road repairs planned in and around Utica. The traffic circle installed at Route 178 and U.S. 6 is getting rave reviews from Utica first

Work may begin on the Matthiessen State Park next year. The director of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources said it’s possible. Natalie Phelps Finnie said Monday that she hopes to soon see development of some of the Matthiessen land acquired from Buzzi

don’t know when shovels will be in the ground,” Finnie said, “but I’m hopeful for 2025.”

responders.

“The traffic has been fantastic and the roundabout has been working very well,” Utica Fire Chief Ben Brown said.

With big crowds come safety issues, however, and here the news was mixed.

On the plus side, the influx of families has meant more on-trail, minor-injury accidents as opposed to catastrophic falls more from the cliffs.

On the downside, IDNR Conservation Police Sgt. Phil Wire reported an increased number of missing person and/or suicide calls.

Starved Rock is in the process of updating signage mounted near the cliff edges. The signs direct the despondent to where they can seek help. Wire also said Conservation Police are looking into acquiring license-plate reading cameras to facilitate the search for missing and at-risk persons.

“It will be a good tool in the future,” Wire said.

Suicides are a concern at state parks and not just at Starved Rock.

“Suicides in general are up and we

do, unfortunately, see suicides at parks across the state,” Finnie said.

Keeping the parks safe means more off-road work for Conservation Police. Eighteen officers have trained in all-terrain vehicle operations.

Conservation Police could use some reinforcements, though. Finnie said

the state is trying to keep Conservation Police salaries and benefits in line with what the state police are offering in an era when recruitment remains challenging.

“We just need three times as many (Conservation officers),” Rezin said.

“We’re working on it,” Finnie said.

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CLASS OF 2024 INDUCTEE

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CRAIG MCCORMICK

“Howard” Johnson (right), of Ottawa, and his son, Morgan (left), visit with Monty

member Terry Jones backstage last month in London following the British comedy troupe’s “Monty Python Live (Mostly)” shows. Some 225 students who completed degrees or certificates are expected to participate in Illinois Valley Community College’s 58th annual commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 18. Kim “Howard” Johnson will be keynote speaker.

Monty Python biographer to deliver keynote speech at IVCC commencement

Alpha Delta Nu induction

The Alpha Delta Nu Nursing Honor Society induction will be 5:30 p.m. May 7 in C-316.

Some 225 students who completed degrees or certificates are expected to participate in Illinois Valley Community College’s 58th annual commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 18.

Kim Johnson will be keynote speaker. Johnson is an Ottawa native, author, comedy performer, instructor and “Monty Python” biographer.

The ceremony will include remarks from incoming Student Trustee Emma Garretson and outgoing Student Trustee Elizabeth Boyles, as well as President Tracy Morris. The Paul Simon Essay Contest winner, Lauren Frost, will read her essay.

The ceremony begins at 1:30 p.m. Doors to the IVCC Gym open at noon. A reception will follow immediately after the ceremony, which will be streamed.

May also is a month for celebrating nursing and adult education graduates.

Adult Education

The 43rd annual Adult Education Recognition will begin at 6 p.m. May 22 in the Mary Margaret Weeg Cultural Centre. A reception follows the ceremony in CTC 124-125.

Students Alhora Sbarbaro and Maren Barreras will speak, and Dr. Morris will give her address. Sbarbaro is a GED graduate, and Barreras is a GED graduate and Bridge-to-Careers/ICAPS completer.

Students invited to participate include 60 GED completers, 13 Bridge-to-Careers completers, 13 Integrated Career & Academic Preparation System grads and two who completed citizenship courses.

Registered Nursing Program

The pinning ceremony will be at 11:30 a.m. May 18 in the Cultural Centre.

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IVCC Foundation launches fundraising campaign

More than 2,000 students awarded scholarships worth almost $3M in past 8 years

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A campaign to raise funds for Illinois Valley Community College’s Foundation is geared to the college’s centennial celebration and gaining speed.

Donors to the IVCC 2024 ALL IN campaign can choose from five sponsorship levels: Champion, Hero, Warrior, Supporter or Friend of IVCC. To donate, visit ivcc.edu/givetoivcc.

“Sponsorships empower students with scholarships and opportunities they need to succeed.” said Tracy Beattie, executive director of the IVCC Foundation in a news release.

In the past eight years, more than 2,000 students have been awarded scholarships worth almost $3 million. Another $400,000 is expected to be awarded this year, she said.

A campaign to raise funds for Illinois Valley Community College’s Foundation is geared to the college’s centennial celebration and gaining speed.

“You can make a difference in the lives of tomorrow’s leaders,” she said.

“Together, we transform lives and communities through education.”

Sponsorships also benefit local businesses by elevating brand visibility and fostering community engagement, she said.

“It cultivates invaluable connections with students, faculty and future

VILLAGE OF HENNEPIN RESIDENTS

The Village of Hennepin’s annual Clean-up Day will take place on Friday, May 17th

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DO NOT DISPOSE OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS IN CONTAINERS:

• APPLIANCES

• BATTERIES

• HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS

• RED BAG MEDICAL WASTE

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• (NON-PROFILED) NON- HAZARDOUS SPECIAL WASTE

• OILS

• OIL FILTERS (UNDRAINED)

• UNSOLIDFIED PAINT

• FULL PAINT CANS

• TIRES

• YARD WASTE

• ELECTRONICS

• FLUORESCENT TUBING

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professionals – all while championing the spirit of education and growth.”

Contributors at the Champion level ($3,000 plus) receive a business name/ logo listing on the IVCC Foundation TV monitor through March 2025, are listed on a banner of contributors displayed in the lobby until next spring; recognized on the college website and traditional and social media; receive a

framed Champion Supporter certificate; receive recognition and VIP seating at the Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp theme night honoring IVCC in May, and are recognized at the annual Scholarship Reception in August and the 21st Century Scholars Society Dinner in September.

Contributors at the Hero level ($1,500 plus) are listed on the lobby banner, recognized on the website, social and traditional media, and receive recognition and VIP seating at the baseball game and recognition at the Scholarship Reception.

Contributors to the Warrior level ($1,000 plus) are listed on the display banner, receive recognition and VIP seating at the baseball game, and are recognized at the scholarship reception.

Contributors at the Supporter level ($500 plus) are listed on the lobby banner. Donors at the Friend of IVCC level can contribute any amount.

An employee giving effort kicked off the ALL IN campaign last winter, raising almost $12,000. IVCC turned 100 years old April 24.

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IVCC’s Cathy Lenkaitis awarded nurse educator fellowship

Lenkaitis was 1 of 76 awarded statewide

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The Illinois Board of Higher Education awarded 76 nurse educator fellowships totaling $760,000 for fiscal 2024, including one to Illinois Valley Community College’s Cathy Lenkaitis.

The awarded fellowships will help retain well-qualified nursing faculty at institutions of higher education that award degrees that lead to a registered nurse licensure, the IBHE said in a news release Thursday.

Retaining qualified nursing faculty will help ensure that nursing students are prepared to enter the workforce and fill a shortage in a critical area of the health care workforce. The number of grants awarded almost doubled from the previous fiscal year because of an increase in funds in Gov. JB Pritzker’s fiscal 2024 budget supported by the General Assembly.

Fellowships were awarded to nurse educators with a strong commitment to use fellowship funds to enhance their professional practice in their specialty area and who remain in higher education. Each fellowship is $10,000, and the funds are salary supplements that may be used for expenses related to professional development and continuing education to

The Illinois Board of Higher Education awarded 76 nurse educator fellowships, totaling $760,000, for fiscal 2024, including one to Illinois Valley Community College’s Cathy Lenkaitis.

enhance the fellow’s practice as a nurse educator, as well as the fellow’s nursing program.

This year’s fellows are focusing their fellowship funds on nursing simulation training and instructional development; diversity, equity and inclusion training; the development of new curriculum, teaching methods and research; earning professional certifications and advanced degrees; and attending professional conferences for nurse educators.

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BASEBALL: ST. BEDE 14, PUTNAM COUNTY 0 (5 INN.)

St. Bede jumps on Putnam County early

Bruins score 6 runs in 1st inning, 8 in 4th of Tri-County win

By KEVIN CHLUM kchlum@shawmedia.com

PERU – The St. Bede baseball team jumped on Putnam County in the first inning and added another big inning in the fourth.

Meanwhile, pitcher Gino Ferrari and the Bruins’ defense held the Panthers in check as St. Bede cruised to a 14-0, five-inning victory in a TriCounty Conference game Tuesday.

“I thought we attacked the zone pretty well, Gino threw a good game, and defensively we played well except for the first play of the game,” St. Bede coach Bill Booker said. “We played a pretty complete game. We had better plate approaches. We hit the ball with a little bit of authority today. Good things will happen when you do that.

“I’m happy for the kids, but we have a long way to go to get ready for the regional that’s coming up very soon.”

After Ferrari allowed a double and a walk to start the game, he ended the inning with a caught stealing, popout and lineout to send the Bruins to the plate.

St. Bede’s offensively immediately started to make things happen.

A hard line drive by leadoff batter Ryan Slingsby was missed at third base, and he took second on a wild pitch before scoring on an RBI single to right field by Gus Burr.

No. 3 hitter Nathan Husser then launched the ball over the center field fence for a two run home run – his second in the past four games and his third on the season, which is tied for the area lead.

“I’ve spent my time in the weight room, and I’ve spent time eating,” Husser said. “I’ve done that part of it. Now all it is is seeing the ball onto the barrel and letting my body do the work.”

After an out, Luke Tunnell got the Bruins (16-11, 7-5 TCC) going again with a single.

Following back-to-back walks, Carson Riva hit the ball to right field to bring in two runs. Riva was thrown

out running to second, but that allowed Aidan Mullane to score the sixth run of the inning.

“We hit the ball real well,” Husser said. “One through nine we were able to battle and put the barrel on the ball, and if you put the barrel on the ball, good things will happen.

“We came out with energy, and we were seeing the ball onto the barrel. When you bat through the order in the first, you know you’re doing something right.”

Ferrari was perfect in the second and third innings before a walk and an error put two runners on to start the fourth.

However, Ferrari retired the final six batters of the game, including his fourth strikeout to end the game.

“I thought he mixed his pitches pretty well,” Booker said. “One inning we had to get on him about attacking the zone a little bit better, but after that he was pretty efficient. He threw four innings and had 65 pitches or something like that, so we were happy with his efficiency.”

The Bruins ended the game by batting around again in the fourth inning.

Husser ripped an RBI double, while

Burr, Ferrari and Mullane had RBI singles, and Tunnell hit a sacrifice fly.

Johnathan Stunkel had the only hit, and Miles Main took the loss on the mound for the Panthers (6-14, 5-7), who committed three errors.

“I give them credit. They were putting the ball in play. The leadoff hit a ball right at us, and we don’t catch it. I think that E5 kind of set the table,” PC coach Chris Newsome said. “Their kid threw

well. Nothing overpowering but enough mix to miss some barrels. Other than Johnathan’s hard-hit ball to lead off the game, I don’t know if we had another one.

“Knowing it could be a potential matchup in the postseason, it was pretty disappointing to come out to lay an egg like that. But the beauty of baseball is we get another shot at it. We get to turn the page. Hopefully we can come out and show our true colors on Thursday.”

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Putnam County’s AJ Furar swings and misses at a pitch against St. Bede on April 30 at St. Bede Academy.

Putnam County reliever Jaden Stoddard pitches against St. Bede on Tuesday in Peru.

Putnam County to host Class 1A softball regional

PC will play at St. Bede baseball regional

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Putnam County will host a Class 1A softballl regional beginning on Monday, May 13.

The Lady Panthers are the No. 4 seed and will play No. 5 Peoria Christian in a semifinal at 4:30 p.m. May 15.

In Monday’s quarterfinals, No. 10 Lowpoint-Washburn will play at No. 7 Midland with the winner advancing

to face No. 1 Sterling Newman Central on May 14 in Granville

The title game will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 18.

St. Bede 8, Putnam County 1 (susp.):

The Bruins led the Tri-County Conference game in Granville on Thursday in the bottom of the second inning before it was suspended because of the weather.

Maggie Richetta tripled and drove in a run for the Lady Panthers.

BASEBALL

Class 1A St. Bede Regional: Putnam County is the No. 8 seed and will host No. 9 Midland in a quarterfinal at 4:30 p.m. May 13. The winner advances to

play No. 2 AlWood at 5 p.m. May 15.

The host Bruins are a No. 3 seed and will play No. 7 Princeville at 5 p.m. May 16.

The title game will be at 11 a.m. May 17.

St. Bede 2, Putnam County 2 (susp.):

The Tri-County Conference game between the Bruins and Panthers on May 2 in Granville was suspended due to weather in the fifth inning.

Johnathon Stunkel tripled, drove in a run and scored a run for PC, while Kade Zimmerlein was 1 for 1 with a run. Drew Carlson pitched five innings for the Panthers, allowing two earned runs on six hits with two strikeouts and no walks in five innings.

Nathan Husser hit a home run and a double with two runs and an RBI for St. Bede, while Alan Spencer was 1 for 2 with an RBI. Spencer also pitched 41/3 innings, giving up two earned runs on three hits with three strikeouts and one walk.

JUNIOR HIGH TRACK

Pumas make state: Putnam County Junior High will be sending the following athletes to the IESA State Track Meet on Friday and Saturday: Anni Judd in the 800 and 1,600, Maddox Poole in the 1,600 and the 4x100 relay of Judd, Sarah Schennum, Chloe Christiansen, Mylee Christiansen and Makenna Wrobleski.

Orlando Harris, Maggie Richetta named PC’s 2023-24 Athletes of the Year

Photo provided by Putnam County High School

Seniors Orlando Harris and Maggie Richetta were named the 2023-24 Athletes of the Year for Putnam County High School. Harris played for the Panthers basketball team. Richetta played for PC’s volleyball, girls basketball and softball teams. She will attend Sauk Valley Community College to play volleyball this fall.

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PUTNAM COUNTY

CUSD #535 400 E Silverspoon Ave. Granville, IL 61326

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN by the Board of Education of School District No 535 in the counties of LaSalle, Marshall, and Putnam , State of Illinois, that a tentative amended budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023 is on file and conveniently available for public inspection at the District Office in the Primary School Building 400 E Silverspoon Avenue, Granville, Illinois in this school district

after 7:30 a.m. on the 17th day of May, 2024 Notice is further given that a public hearing on said budget will be held at 6:30 p.m. on the 18th day of June, 2024 at the Primary School

Building in th School

GIVEN by the Board of Education of School District No 535 in the counties of LaSalle, Marshall, and Putnam , State of Illinois, that a tentative amended budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023 is on file and conveniently available for public inspection at the District Office in the Primary School Building 400 E Silverspoon Avenue, Granville, Illinois in this school district after 7:30 a.m. on the 17th day of May, 2024. Notice is further given that a public hearing on said budget will be held at 6:30 p.m. on the 18th day of June, 2024 at the Primary School Building in the School District No. 535. Dated this 1st day of May, 2024. Board of Education of School District No 535 in the counties of LaSalle, Marshall, and Putnam , State of Illinois.

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MEETING CHANGE OF DATE

Please be advised that the Regular Monthly Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Granville Hennepin Fire Protection District scheduled for Thursday, May 16, 2024, 7:00pm, at the Hennepin Fire Department, 201 E. High Street, Hennepin, has been change to Thursday, May 23, 2024, 7:00pm at the Hennepin Fire Department, 201 E. High Street, Hennepin.

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