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Putnam County FFA Alumni Association seeks new leadership
Meeting set for July 24
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The Putnam County FFA Alumni Association has maintained its existing officer structure since its inception March 26, 1996, and the time has come for revitalization and restructuring within the current alumni body, the group said.
On April 9, current officers of the Putnam County FFA Alumni Association met with high school FFA advisors and some members of the alumni group to discuss future plans for the alumni and their role with the high school chapter. The current alumni officers expressed
their intent to step back from their roles and seek new alumni members to assume leadership positions, including the president, vice president and secretary roles.
The group extends an invitation to community members to consider joining the association. If you have a background as a former FFA member or harbor a passion for agriculture and its advocacy, the group welcomes your participation.
Alumni play a pivotal role in supporting the high school chapter by organizing annual fundraisers for the Alumni Scholarship, providing mentorship to students and offering assistance as contest judges and chaperones, among other forms of support of the chapter.
Individuals interested in either becoming part of the FFA alumni or
assuming an officer position are encouraged to attend a meeting at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 24, at Putnam County High School, 402 E Silverspoon Ave., Granville. Alternatively, you may email contact details to PCFFAAlumni2024@ gmail.com to be added to the alumni roster.
“By joining the PC Alumni Association, you will have the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people passionate about agriculture,” the group said in a news release. “Your experience, skills and enthusiasm can help guide and inspire the next generation of agricultural leaders. Whether you choose to become an officer or simply a supportive member, your contribution will be highly valued.”
Illinois Natural History Survey Traveling Science Center set to stop in Granville
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The Illinois Natural History Survey Traveling Science Center is scheduled to take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, July 30, at Hopkins Park in Granville.
The Illinois Natural History Survey Traveling Science Center is a 320-squarefoot mobile classroom featuring informative, engaging exhibits on biodiversity and natural resources that visits schools and communities across Illinois. Visitors learn about the types of habitats and species diversity of their region, as well as ways to
protect against threats to that diversity.
Since 2006, the center has visited more than 150 communities and 200 public events while providing structured school programs for up to 30,000 students each year. Sponsors are North Central Bank, Granville National Bank, Boggios Orchard & Produce and Financial Plus Credit Union.
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The Illinois Natural History Survey Traveling Science Center is a 320 square foot mobile classroom featuring informative, engaging exhibits on biodiversity and natural resources that visits schools and communities across Illinois.
Putnam County community theater to host Broadway Revue
Shows to feature Broadway favorites July 26-28
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The Putnam County community theater will be presenting a Broadway Revue at 7 p.m. Friday, July 26, and Saturday, July 27, as well as 2 p.m. Sunday, July 28.
The show will feature an evening of songs from favorite musicals. From Broadway classics such as “Annie” and “Funny Girl” to contemporary musicals such as “Mean Girls,” “Hadestown” and “Wicked,” there is sure to be something for everyone to enjoy.
Performances will be in the Putnam County High School auditorium, 402 E. Silverspoon Ave., Granville. Tickets cost $15. To buy tickets, call 815-408-6455 or email hulstromn@pcschools535.org. Seating is assigned, and all presale tickets will
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Pictured in Putnam County Theatre’s Broadway Revue are (back row, from left) Wes Grimshaw, Doug Goulding, Jordan Ladson, Meridith Donahue and Garret Luke, (third row) Elizabeth Raiter, Lillian Sandberg, Austin Hack, Makenna Goulding, and Seth Sandberg, (second row) Donna Skutt, Murphy Hopkins, Anna Sandberg, Diana Ely, Ella Schrowang, Alicia Barreras and Natalie Hulstrom, (first row) Guiliana Cimei, Savannah Grasser, and Kynzie Thomas (floor row) Maizy Urnikis, Lilly Askeland and Knox Hopkins. Not pictured are Avery Lenkaitis, Reese Lenkaitis, Charlie Lenkaitis, Jess Lenkaitis, Evelyn Grasser, Aubrey Zborowski, Alex Myres, Lisa Myres and Penelope Bird.
2024 Carus Summer Science Camp concludes
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Carus Summer Science Camp concluded with a graduation ceremony at St. Bede Academy.
This year marked the 22nd year that Carus has offered the free camp to local students entering the sixth grade. Since its inception in 2001, more than 625 students have graduated from the camp.
Dan Fitzpatrick, a science teacher at St. Bede Academy, once again directed the camp with the help of Angelique Depenbrock, a science teacher at La Salle-Peru High School. Ken Pisarczyk, a retiree of Carus, also contributed his time and expertise as a volunteer.
Throughout the week, students had the opportunity to immerse themselves in the world of STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) through engaging demonstrations, hands-on experiments and educational games. This year’s camp included a water treatment plant tour led by Carus volunteers Tim Postula and Tina Garcia, providing students with a practical look at the role of science in water treatment.
See CARUS CAMP, page 7
FRIDAY AUGUST 2nd
Cruise Night - 5-8pm - Registration starts 5pm $10 Registration Fee The Unique Twist Balloon Artist - 5-8pm Flag Presentation - 6pm Panteras- 6:30pm
Street Dance following Car Cruise- Band performance by ALIKA ARLYNN BAND
SATURDAY AUGUST 3rd at Hopkins Park
PC Community Center - Bingo 11am Water Fights - 2-5pm (Registration 1:30pm)
*Participates must wear googles or safety glasses K9 Demonstration 4:30pm PC Library Craft - 3-5pm The Dog House 3-7pm Dillgent DJ Services, Kids Games & Bounce Houses - 3-7pm Movie
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Camp director Dan Fitzpatrick (far right) and Angelique Depenbrock (far left) pose with the 2024 Carus Science Camp participants.
Rene Parks Wendinger to head Arts of Starved Rock Country Fund
Artist, poet, language arts instructor and entrepreneur René Parks Wendinger of Streator has been hired by the Starved Rock Country Community Foundation to lead its arts program.
Parks Wendinger, an English teacher at Streator High School, recently was appointed as the Arts of Starved Rock Country Fund administrator to replace Amanda Weygand Zehr of Ottawa, who led the program for two years.
“Amanda was a superb leader for the Arts of Starved Rock Country,” SRCCF President and CEO Fran Brolley said. “We were fortunate to attract another accomplished artist and business professional in René to replace
Amanda, who stepped down from the position. We anticipate great things under her direction.”
Parks
Wendinger is a visual artist, poet and founder of Kankakee Tea Co.
A native of Kankakee, she moved to Streator two years ago and built her creative practice by engaging the arts community.
Parks Wendinger was a bookkeeper and accountant for more than a decade and was board treasurer for a nonprofit clinic in Kankakee for five years. She also is a yoga instructor and hike leader at Starved Rock State Park.
She has a master’s degree in English from Governors State University and a Master of Fine Arts in poetry from Lindenwood University.
An Ottawa Art League member, she’s shown, sold and presented a workshop on her art.
Parks Wendinger said she believes Starved Rock Country is an ideal place to practice art because of its proximity to nature, galleries and a supportive arts community.
Her success in marketing her tea company and her visual art and poetry has prepared her to help others promote their art. She plans to invite established artists to share how they’ve brought their art into the world and is considering an artist mentorship program.
Parks Wendinger also is considering open mic nights for poets and
musicians at galleries, “Ravinia-style” theater in local parks, and “Arts of Starved Rock Country Nights” at restaurants, with a percentage of the proceeds benefiting the organization. She also hopes to survey and conduct focus groups with local artists to learn how they want to be supported.
SRCCF created the Arts of Starved Rock Country Fund when it received gifts from the former Illinois Valley Fine Arts Trust and Omni Arts Trust.
The fund provides financial support to nonprofits engaged in art across La Salle, Bureau and Putnam counties; connects local artists with arts organizations; and awards competitive grants in collaboration with the National Endowment for the Arts and Illinois Arts Council.
For information, email Parks Wendinger at rene@srccf.org.
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New to this year’s camp was a Hegeler-Carus Mansion tour led by the Hegeler-Carus Foundation. This tour allowed students to explore the rich history and scientific legacy associated with Carus, deepening their understanding of local heritage and scientific advancements in the community.
On graduation day, students participated in the highly anticipated competitive water rocket launches, a tradition that continues to excite and inspire year after year.
“At Carus, we are delighted to offer local students a dynamic and engaging learning experience in STEM as they prepare to enter the sixth grade,”
Lyndsay Bliss, vice president of human resources and communications at Carus said in a news release.
“We are incredibly grateful to Dan, Angelique and Ken for their dedication and passion in making this camp a success. Their commitment helps ignite a love for science in these young minds.”
Graduates from the Carus Summer Science Camp, including those who have pursued a career in STEM, are invited to share their story with Carus by visiting carusllc.com/
Photos by Scott Anderson
ABOVE: Ryan Spayer lets go of his water rocket during the 22nd annual Carus Summer Science Camp on Friday at St. Bede Academy. ABOVE LEFT: Mason Atherton pulls the ripcord on a water rocket during the Carus Summer Science Camp on Friday. LEFT: Mae Meyer and Adela Turigilatti launch a two-liter rocket bottle during the Carus Summer Science Camp on Friday.
Timber Ridge Farmer’s Open in Lacon to benefit Prairie State Tractor scholarship program
suing agricultural careers.
The Timber Ridge Farmer’s Open is set for Friday, Aug. 16, at the Lacon course, presented by Prairie State Tractor.
Through the annual Farmer’s Open golf outing, $11,500 in scholarships were awarded to students pur -
Prairie State Tractor, headquartered in Mendota, recently awarded the 2024 recipients of its Diesel Tech Scholarship program. Prairie State Tractor has locations in Mendota, Princeton, Streator and Lacon.
The golf outing will feature special guest Greg “Machinery Pete” Peterson. A morning round will be played from 9 to 11 a.m., lunch will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., and an after -
noon round will take place from 1 to 3 p.m.
Fees are $40 for lunch only, $100 for a single golfer or $350 for a four-person team. There will be nine holes of golf played in the morning and afternoon with a four-person scramble and hole-in-one/putt/drive contests. The event will include cart rental, prizes and team awards, a ribeye and sweet corn lunch, and drinks at lunch and on the course.
Businesses also may sponsor holes and teams.
Make checks payable to Timber Ridge Farmer’s Open and return them to Prairie State Tractor or Timber Ridge Golf Course, or mail to Timber Ridge Farmer’s Open, 12613 N. Cedar Bluff Drive, Dunlap, IL 61525. For credit cards, email msullivan@machinerypete.com. The golf course is located at 1400 Route 17, Lacon.
IVCIL seeking gently used equipment
Wheelchairs, walkers, scooters among the items needed
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Illinois Valley Center for Independent Living is looking for gently used
equipment.
The agency is searching for wheelchairs, transporter wheelchairs, bariatric wheelchairs, rollator walkers and knee scooters.
To donate equipment, call IVCIL at 815-224-3126 to set up a drop off time. IVCIL does not take equipment such as adult diapers, oxygen items and body braces or bandages.
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First State Bank locations are hosting a school supply donation drive until Aug. 31.
First State Bank collecting school supplies for children in need
Bank has locations in Putnam, La Salle, Bureau counties
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First State Bank locations are hosting a school supply donation drive until Aug. 31.
Items needed include notebooks,
pens and pencils, backpacks, folders and binders, crayons and markers, glue sticks and scissors, among other items.
First State Bank is collecting essential school supplies to help ensure every child has the tools they need for a successful school year.
There are First State Bank locations in Mendota, La Moille, McNabb, Ottawa, Peru, Princeton, Streator and West Brooklyn.
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2024 royalty crowned at Marshall-Putnam Fair
Fair runs through Sunday
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The Marshall-Putnam Fair kicked off Sunday with the crowning of fair royalty at the annual pageant.
Mikayla Frawley was crowned Marshall-Putnam Fair Queen and Kayla Shafer runner up; Stella Rowe was named Marshall-Putnam Fair Junior Miss and Isabelle Knuckey runner up; and Presley Scaggs received the title of Marshall-Putnam Fair Little Miss and Cooper Martin runner up.
The fair continues through Sunday,
July 21, including exhibits, animal shows and a live performance Thursday night by Tracy Lawrence with Confederate Railroad and special guest Tyson Schulte.
Wednesday, July 17
5 p.m.: Kickoff dinner
5 p.m.: Wine tasting
6 p.m.: Dueling pianos
Thursday, July 18
9 a.m.: Senior citizen program
9 a.m. Junior swine show
2 to 7 p.m.: Free Family Fun Night
7 p.m.: Tracy Lawrence concert with Confederate Railroad and special guest Tyson Schulte
Friday, July 19
11 a.m.: Poultry show
1:30 p.m. Bingo Blitz
3 p.m.: Beer tent opens
5 p.m.: Chalk drawing
7 p.m.: Power wheels derby
7 p.m.: Demolition Derby
9 p.m.: Kickapoo Junction Band
Saturday, July 20
8 a.m. Sheep show
8:30 a.m.: Western pleasure horse show
10 a.m.: Junior beef show
10 a.m. to noon: Taste of Marshall-Putnam Fair cook-off
11 a.m.: Kiddie Tractor Pull
Noon: Beer tent opens
12:30 p.m.: Bags tournament
1 p.m.: Down in the Barn activities
3 p.m.: Raw potato decorating contest
4 p.m.: Marshall-Putnam show choir
5 p.m.: Chillers and thrillers
5:30 p.m.: PPL America’s Pull
9 p.m.: DJ Mara
Sunday, July 21
8 a.m.: Ecumenical church services
8 a.m.: Top 50 Car Show
8 to 10 a.m.: Fair breakfast
10 a.m.: Open Beef Jackpot Show
10 a.m. Rabbit show
10:30 a.m.: Open Swine Jackpot Show
10:30 a.m.: Antique and stock tractor pull, garden tractor pulls and UTV pull
11 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Children’s Sunday Funday
Noon: Adult Sunday Funday
3:30 p.m.: Chainsaw carvings auction
Photos provided by Jo Beth Stanbary
IVCC greenlights budget ahead of Aug. 15 approval hearing
lab expansion. Projects can be submitted to the Illinois Community College Board each year.
The Illinois Valley Community College Board of Trustees on Thursday approved a $41 million tentative budget and set a public hearing on the document next month.
The budget represents a 6.2% increase in revenue because of an increase in sales and service revenue as well as investment income. Expenditures are set at $45.1 million, a 16.8% increase from the fiscal 2024 budget, largely because of proposed master plan initiatives.
The operating budget is balanced at $29.7 million, which includes $1.7 million for master plan initiatives.
The board set a public hearing and final budget approval for the August meeting at 5:30 p.m. Aug. 15 in Room C307. The tentative budget will be on file and available for public inspection through Aug. 15 in the College Business Office, Room C-338, during normal business hours or at ivcc.edu/businessservices/financial-budgets/FY2025_Budget_Tentative.pdf.
The board also approved submitting requests to the Community College Capital Resource Allocation Management Program for $10 million worth of renovations to the Jacobs Library/Academic Support Center and a nursing simulation
The ASC and the library will be remodeled and updated to consolidate academic support services – tutoring, a student help desk and the library – in one location. The total project cost is estimated at $7.1 million, with the college providing $1.7 million. The nursing simulation lab in the B201 nursing lab space would mimic a hospital wing and provide students with simulation of real-life events that could occur in a hospital or clinic setting. The total project cost is estimated at $2.9 million, with the college providing $736,000 of the funding. IVCC also is seeking funding for the project.
In her monthly report to the board, IVCC President Tracy Morris reported:
• The college automotive program has been awarded $90,000 in an Electrical Vehicle Technology Grant for fiscal 2025 as part of the $9.4 million state Rev Up EV Community College initiative, which is intended to promote development and growth of training programs that prepare individuals for careers in EV technology and manufacturing.
complete the course with a C or higher can move into a college-level English course at any state community college without placement testing.
• Summer enrollment head count and credit hours increased, compared with last year, and fall enrollment is on track to also increase.
• Geology professor Michael Phillips’s participation in a recent Ocean Observing Initiative workshop in North Carolina was recognized.
Other business
• The board authorized the appointment of Rebecca Zamora as dean of workforce development.
• The board approved the purchase of elevator maintenance services from ThyssenKrupp Elevator Corp. of Peoria at an annual cost of $34,271, and the purchase of janitorial supplies from Home Depot Pro of Atlanta for $50,000. Morris noted that the college has joined with others in purchasing associations that handle the bidding process for the groups.
• The board approved the purchase of an estimated $45,000 in fuel for the truck-driving training program using WEX Inc. fuel cards.
such as legislative advocacy and updates; lobbying organization; trustee training; and college faculty, graduates and partners recognition.
• The board accepted a proposal from Wellfleet Insurance Co. for blanket student-athletic insurance coverage at a cost of $69,200, and from Zevitz Student Accident Insurance for student-athletic catastrophic insurance coverage at a cost of $4,500.
• The board authorized a change order for the salt storage facility to install a front-end wall and door frame and a fabric gathering door, and provide building design drawings, all at a cost of $37,100 – bringing the project’s total to $407,000.
• The board authorized an amendment to Morris’ contract to reflect a 3.75% salary increase, a percentage that is in line with that granted to all employees for fiscal 2025.
• The board approved board policies governing presidential succession and updating administrative and personnel hiring policies.
• The board learned of the appointment of Eric Peterson as IT support lead, and the resignations of Lea Ann Solberg as dual credit specialist and Jayna Leipart Gutilla as collections development and access librarian. SHAW
• A new Transitional English course created by IVCC in partnership with Seneca High School will give high school graduates another option for placement into a college-level course. Students who
• The board authorized the payment of fiscal 2025 annual dues of $10,520 to the Illinois Community College Trustees Association, which provides services
LET THE PROS HANDLE
TODAY IN SPORTS HISTORY
1990: Minnesota becomes the first team in major league history to pull off two triple plays in one game. 1994: Brazil wins a record fourth World Cup soccer title, taking the first shootout in championship game history over Italy.
FOOTBALL
An early look at Hall-PC’s 2024 schedule
Red Devils kick off new era with coach Logan Larson
By KEVIN HIERONYMUS khieronymus@bcrnews.com
A new era of Hall Red Devils football kicks off this fall with Logan Larson taking over as head coach.
He was an assistant coach at Class 2A runner-up Athens for three seasons. He succeeds Randy Tieman, who retired after two years in a second stint as the Red Devils head coach.
Hall finished 3-6 last season, 2-3 in TRAC Mississippi.
Here’s an early look at the Red Devils’ 2024 schedule, which kicks off Friday, Aug. 30, at home versus Orion.
Friday, Aug. 30: Larson will get his first look at Nesti Stadium in the season opener when the Red Devils host Orion in a Three Rivers crossover. The Chargers went 3-6 last year, winning their first two games, including a 20-14 winner in the season opener, and their last, but had a six-game losing skid in between.
Friday, Sept. 6: The Red Devils travel to Erie-Prophetstown for a Week 2 crossover contest. The Panthers finished 3-6 last year, going 3-3 in the Three Rivers Rock (West).
Friday, Sept. 13: Hall welcomes longtime rival Mendota to Nesti Stadium to kick off league play in the TRAC Mississippi in Week 3. The Trojans finished 0-5 in conference, 1-8 overall last year. Hall won last year’s meeting at Mendota 34-7.
Friday, Sept. 20: A road trip in week 4 sends the Red Devils to Sherrard in league play. The Tigers were in the Rock Division last year, going 2-4 and
3-6 overall.
Friday, Sept. 27: Returning home to Nesti Stadium for Week 5, the Red Devils will clash with Kewanee in a league battle. The Boilermakers went 8-2, 4-1 last year, including a 41-0 rout over Hall in Kewanee.
Friday, Oct. 4: Back on the road for Week 6, the Red Devils head to Princeton to face the defending TRAC Mississippi champion Tigers coming of a 10-5, 5-0 campaign and third straight quarterfinal appearance. The Tigers won last year’s clash in Spring Valley 54-0.
Friday, Oct. 11: Monmouth-Roseville makes the long bus trip to Spring Valley in Week 7 for the final TRAC Mississippi game of the season. The Titans were in the TRAC Rock last year, finishing 4-2 and 6-5 overall.
The 2024 Red Devils schedule All games are at 7 p.m.
Date Opponent
Aug. 30 Orion
Sept. 6 at Erie-Prophetstown
Sept. 13 Mendota*
Sept. 20 at Sherrard*
Sept. 27 Kewanee*
Oct. 4 at Princeton*
Oct. 11 Monmouth-Roseville*
Oct. 18 Riverdale
Oct. 25 at Rockridge
*ThreeRiversMississippi conferencegame
Friday, Oct. 18: The Red Devils step out of the division for a Week 8 crossover at home vs. Riverdale. The Rams made their return to the gridiron last year after sitting out because of lack of numbers in 2022, finishing 0-9. Friday, Oct. 25: The season-finale sends the Red Devils to Rockridge to face the Rockets, the TRAC Rock champions last year, finishing 9-2 and 6-0. The Rockets beat the Red Devils 35-0 in last year’s meeting.
JUNIOR LEAGUE SOFTBALL
Bi-County is the 2024 District 20 champions
Logan Larson
Photo provided by Shannon Jenkins
The Bi-County All-Stars made their third straight State Tournament appearance, the second at the Junior League level with one in Little League. Bi-County was eliminated with a 4-0 loss to Kaneland Saturday in Burbank. Team members are (front row, from left) Elizabeth Parcher, Kami Nauman, Alexis Margis, Eden Carlson, Sarah Schennum, Avery Sherman and Brandi Margis.
Bi-County All-Stars bow out at state
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The Bi-County Junior League softball team’s season came to a close with a 4-0 loss to Kaneland on Wednesday in state pool play in Burbank. Paige Tonioni had the only hit for Bi-County.
Myah Richardson took the loss, allowing four runs (one earned) on
four hits while striking out 10 batters and walking one.
Bi-County finished 1-3 at state. it was no hit in a 3-0 loss to District 10 in its opener on Saturday, July 6.
Bi-County bounced back with a 17-0 rout of District 15 in four innings, but fell 15-5 to District 7 on Sunday, July 7, allowing 11 runs over the final two innings.
Photos provided by Shannon Jenkins
TOP LEFT: Kennedy Holocker makes her pitch for the Bi-County All-Stars in the Junior League Softball State Tournament on Saturday in Burbank. Bi-County was eliminated with a 4-0 loss to Kaneland. TOP RIGHT: The Bi-County All-Stars huddle for a selfie taken by Myah Richardson during the Junior League Softball Tournament in Burbank. ABOVE: Bi-County’s Chloe Parcher snags a pop fly during the Junior League Softball Tournament on Saturday in Burbank. LEFT: Myah Richardson started in the circle for the Bi-County All-Stars in the Junior League Softball State Tournament on Saturday in Burbank. Bi-County was eliminated with a 4-0 loss to Kaneland.
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Take notice that on July 2, 2024, a petition was filed under the Juvenile Court Act of 1987 by Christina (Judd) Mennie, Putnam County State's Attorney, in the circuit court of Putnam County entitled "In the interest of A.J .C., a minor", and that in the Putnam County courtroom on August 15, 2024, at the hour of 1:30 p.m., or as soon thereaft er as this cause may be heard, a First Appearance hearing will be held upon the petition to have the child declared to be a ward of the court under that Act. THE COURT HAS AU TH ORITY IN THIS PROCEEDING TO TAKE FROM YOU THE CUSTOD Y AND GUARD IANSHIP OF THE MINO R, TO TERMINATE YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS, AN D TO APPOINT A GUARDIAN WITH POWER TO CO NSENT TO AD OPTION YOU MAY LOSE ALL PARENTAL RIGHTS TO YOUR CH ILD. IF THE PETITION REQU ESTS THE TERMINATIO N OF YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS AND TH E APPOINTMENT OF A GUARD IAN WITH POWER TO CO NSENT TO AD OPTION , YOU MAY LOSE ALL PARENTAL RIGHTS TO THE CHILD. Unless you appear you will not be entitled to further written notices or publication notices of the proceedings in this case, including the filing of an amended petition or a motion to terminate parental rights
Juvenile Court Act of 1987 by Christina (Judd) Mennie, Putnam County State's Attorney, in the circuit court of Putnam County entitled "In the interest of A.J .C., a minor", and that in the Putnam County courtroom on August 15, 2024, at the hour of 1:30 p.m., or as soon thereaft er as this cause may be heard, a First Appearance hearing will be held upon the petition to have the child declared to be a ward of the court under that Act. THE COURT HAS AU TH ORITY IN THIS PROCEEDING TO TAKE FROM YOU THE CUSTOD Y AND GUARD IANSHIP OF THE MINO R, TO TERMINATE YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS, AN D TO APPOINT A GUARDIAN WITH POWER TO CO NSENT TO AD OPTION YOU MAY LOSE ALL PARENTAL RIGHTS TO YOUR CH ILD. IF THE PETITION REQU ESTS THE TERMINATIO N OF YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS AND TH E APPOINTMENT OF A GUARD IAN WITH POWER TO CO NSENT TO AD OPTION , YOU MAY LOSE ALL PARENTAL RIGHTS TO THE CHILD. Unless you appear you will not be entitled to further written notices or publication notices of the proceedings in this case, including the filing of an amended petition or a motion to terminate parental rights Now, unless you appear at the hearing and show cause against the petition, the allegations of the petition may stand admitted as against you and each of you, and an order or judgment entered.
Dated: this 2nd day of July, 2024
Carly R. Zielinski Putnam County Circuit Clerk 120 North Fourth Street Hennepin, Illinois 61327
(Published in Putnam County Record July 10, 17, 24, 2024) 2176805
Unless you appear you will not be entitled to further written notices or publication notices of the proceedings in this case, including the filing of an amended petition or a motion to terminate parental rights Now, unless you appear at the hearing and show cause against the petition, the allegations of the petition may stand admitted as against you and each of you, and an order or judgment entered.
Dated: this 2nd day of July, 2024
Carly R. Zielinski Putnam County Circuit Clerk 120 North Fourth Street Hennepin, Illinois 61327
(Published in Putnam County Record July 10, 17, 24, 2024) 2176805
PUBLIC NOTICE
PU TNAM COUNTY HIGH WAY
DEPA RTMENT
Catherine Terando, County Engineer 552 State Rt. 26, Lacon, IL 61540 PHON E (309) 246- 6401 cterando@m arshall countyillinois.gov
SE ALED BIDS
DUE: August 9, 2024 - 3:00 PM 2015 F350 4X4 Dump Truck. 6.7L Powerstroke Engine, Automatic Transmission, 9' Box, Front M ounted 9' Plow and Tailgate Spreader, V IN 1FDR F3HT8FEA88566. 127,XXX M iles. Call Ray with any questions or to schedule a visit at (815) 882- 2781. The truck is at the Putnam County Yard, 6204 IL Highway 26, Hennepin, IL All equipment is sold as is and must be removed within 30 days
Submit Bids in a Sealed Envelope labeled "2015 F350" in per son or by mail to: Putnam County Highway Office c/o Catherine Terando 552 State Route 26 Lacon, IL 61540 No faxed, emailed or verbal bids will be considered Putnam County Highway Department reserves the right to reject any bids deem ed not in their best interest
(Published in Putnam County Record July 17, 2024)2178580
Granville Township and Road District: A Public Hearing on said 2024-2025 levy will be held on July 23, 2024 at 6:00 PM and a vote on the adoption of the levy will be held at that time The Levy is available at the Granville Township office at 212 South McCoy Street, Granvill e, IL during regular office hours; Tuesday, 9 AM - 12 AM, Wednesday, 8 AM - 10 AM, Thursday, 9 AM - 11 AM , and Friday, 8 AM - 11 AM Rene' Tw ardowski Granville Township Clerk
(Published in Putnam County Record July 17,
DUE: August 9, 2024 - 3:00 PM 2015 F350 4X4 Dump Truck. 6.7L Powerstroke Engine, Automatic Transmission, 9' Box, Front M ounted 9' Plow and Tailgate Spreader, V IN 1FDR F3HT8FEA88566. 127,XXX M iles. Call Ray with any questions or to schedule a visit at (815) 882- 2781. The truck is at the Putnam County Yard, 6204 IL Highway 26, Hennepin, IL All equipment is sold as is and must be removed within 30 days. Submit Bids in a Sealed Envelope labeled "2015 F350" in per son or by mail to: Putnam County Highway Office c/o Catherine Terando 552 State Route 26 Lacon, IL 61540 No faxed, emailed or verbal bids will be considered Putnam County Highway Department reserves the right to reject any bids deem ed not in their best interest
(Published in Putnam County Record July 17, 2024)2178580
