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A CLOSER LOOK
Putnam voters to decide on school district’s future
District needs to make repairs to old buildings, taxpayers must decide if they want to move to single campus
By DEREK BARICHELLO dbarichello@shawmedia.com
Putnam County residents will decide in the Nov. 5 election whether the school district moves to a single campus in Granville joining the high school and elementary school there, after the district has found its facilities need more than $60 million in updates.
Right now, the school district which has just less than 800 students has its high school and an elementary school in Granville, an elementary school in Hennepin and the junior high school in rural McNabb.
The question on the ballot specifically asks: Shall the Board of Education of Putnam County Community Unit School District Number 535, Putnam, La Salle and Marshall Counties, Illinois, alter, repair and equip school buildings, including constructing security and health/life safety improvements, increasing classroom, cafeteria and gymnasium space and replacing heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems, improve school sites and issue its bonds to the amount of $34 million for the purpose of paying the costs thereof?
If the referendum passes, the schools in Hennepin and McNabb will be closed and renovations made to house all Putnam County district students at its existing Granville campus. The cost to make the move from the old buildings to a new facility will be about $34 million, but does not include the cost of improvements identified for the high school.
What prompted a referendum?
The Putnam County school district buildings are aging, require safety
Putnam library
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improvements, need updated teaching and learning environments and are inefficient to operate.
Putnam County Superintendent Clay Theisinger said an architect recently toured the schools and estimated updating the existing buildings could cost the district $60 million or more, not including some of the educational enhancements that would be sought for a more modern learning environment. The junior high school operates on its wastewater treatment plant that could be costly to fix if major repairs are needed, Theisinger said.
The district began strategic planning in spring 2022 with a consultant and a survey was issued to taxpayers in the district in fall 2022. A little more than 50% of
the community members said they would support the closing of schools and a bond issuance.
What other factors were considered in moving to a single campus?
Theisinger said the average student’s daily bus ride will be reduced by about 25 minutes with a single-campus concept. He said the district has nine buses running throughout the county with some pickup times as early as 6:20 a.m. with an 8 a.m. start to the school day. The district also would be able to provide junior high students with access to higher-level courses on the shared campus.
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to host ‘Thanks to Her’ photojournalist
The Putnam County Public Library District will virtually host author and former photojournalist Kathleen Geraghty for a presentation at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24, about her book, “Thanks to Her: Finding Power and Inspiration in Your Family Photos.”
In her presentation, Geraghty will tell the story of her book and how it
began with a garage sale and morphed into a multifaceted research project. More than a recap of American history, “Thanks to Her” is a metaphorical snapshot of women’s lives during that period.
Geraghty was raised in Chicago. She studied photojournalism at Northern Illinois University and at the University of Missouri – Columbia. After completing a four-month documentary photo project in a maximum-security women’s
prison, she received the O.O. McIntyre Writing Fellowship. She has worked as a photojournalist for newspapers in New Jersey, Missouri, Michigan, North Dakota and Illinois and has spent the past four years researching women’s history and vintage photography. This program is free and open to the public. It will be presented via Zoom. Visit the Program Portal at shorturl.at/ 7jchG to register. For information, call the library at 815-339-2038.
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Superintendent Clay Theisinger stands next to a handicapped accessible lift outside the Putnam Junior High School’s library in McNabb. The school district is looking at closing the elementary school in Hennepin and the junior high school in McNabb and moving them to one campus in Granville. ON THE COVER: A view of John Roemer’s art classroom Thursday, Sept. 12, at the Putnam County Junior High School. The classroom was added on from an old garage.
Spring Valley native to lead IVCC marketing department
A Spring Valley native and Chicago-area public relations veteran will direct Illinois Valley Community College’s rebranded Marketing and Communications Department.
The new post is Madonna Duncan’s second homecoming to the Illinois Valley.
She returned to La Salle 14 years ago but continued working remotely until this summer for global public relations firm Hill & Knowlton, where she was a vice president.
Duncan is excited to take on the role of IVCC’s director of marketing and communications and welcomes the opportunity to contribute to her home community.
“Working in Chicago for more than 25 years was fun and professionally rewarding, but I’m looking forward to working for a local higher-education institution that is a vital part of the community and a significant contributor to the growth and success of the Illinois Valley.”
As director, Duncan has been tasked with transforming what was the Community Relations Department to a broader role and “working to expand the reach of the college
and spreading the message of all IVCC has to offer. I’m going to focus on making sure we position IVCC in the best light possible so that all the great things that are happening here are promoted and very visible within our community and beyond.”
Vice President for Student Services Mark Grzybowski oversees the
Marketing and Communications Department.
“Madonna has a proven track record of more than 20 years of experience in the marketing and public relations industry,” Duncan said. “I am extremely excited to work with her in elevating the college’s profile in the communities that it serves.”
Telecommuting left Duncan feeling disconnected to her immediate surroundings where her husband, Chris Duncan, a local banker and Illinois Valley native, was finding ways to contribute.
“I wondered how I could also make an impact on where we live and for the future of my kids,” Duncan said. “I saw him making connections and getting involved in the community, and I felt I’d be more fulfilled doing something similar.”
By reconnecting to education through the classroom and the boardroom, she reconnected to her hometown. Duncan, the daughter of an educator, once dreamed of being a teacher before choosing a career in communications.
Representing a California university client at her firm ignited an interest in higher education, and here at home, she became a substitute teacher and holds a seat on a
local school board.
She said she enjoys marketing’s creative aspect and the opportunity to learn new things. She saw her public relations efforts rewarded in her client’s expanded visibility in local and national audiences, and gained experience managing budgets, strategizing and organizing events while building leadership and team-building skills.
Duncan studied broadcast journalism at Columbia College in Chicago before graduating from the University of Iowa with a bachelor’s degree in communications studies. During summers at home, she earned credits at IVCC, where she felt comfortable with smaller classes.
Being back on the IVCC campus “is like a mini reunion. I’ve renewed all these little connections in the past few weeks” with former classmates and neighbors, she said.
“IVCC feels like home,” Duncan said.
For any media-related inquiries, contact Peggy Schneider, communications coordinator, at 815-224-0465 or peggy_schneider@ivcc.edu.
The department can connect people with faculty experts, provide campus information or schedule interviews.
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Madonna Duncan, a Spring Valley native and Chicago-area public relations veteran, will direct Illinois Valley Community College’s rebranded Marketing and Communications Department.
Compassionate Friends hosted Walk to Remember in Peru
By DEREK BARICHELLO dbarichello@shawmedia.com
The River Valley Chapter of the Compassionate Friends hosted its 10th annual Walk to Remember on Sunday at Baker Lake in Peru.
The Compassionate Friends is a support group for parents and grandparents who have experienced the death of a child of any age and any cause. The names of children were read before the walk, then water and snacks were served.
The Compassionate Friends offers
friendship, understanding and hope to families that have experienced the death of a child. There are more than 600 chapters in the U.S.
The Compassionate Friends meets at 6:30 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of the month at the Zion United Church, 1521 Sixth St. During the meetings, parents receive the understanding and support of others who have experienced the loss of a child.
For information, contact Studzinski at 815-223-7663 or rivervalleytcf@ hotmail.com, or visit the national organization website.
Photos by Derek Barichello
ABOVE: Walkers participate Sunday at the Compassionate Friends Walk to Remember at Baker Lake in Peru. LEFT: Walkers participate Sunday at the Compassionate Friends Walk to Remember at Baker Lake in Peru.
IVCC, PADS team up to provide clothing for students
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Illinois Valley Community College will work with Illinois Valley Public Action to Deliver Shelter’s resale store to supply clothing for students in need.
The IVCC Board of Trustees on Thursday acknowledged an agreement between IVCC and the homeless shelter retail stores, Lily Pads, in Ottawa and Peru to arrange for clothing.
The college will provide vouchers for clothing for individuals in need as a way to support students for interviews or other situations.
The agreement expands the college’s efforts to holistically support students’ basic needs, such as food, clothing or services.
The campus already is home to a full-service food bank, which provides food for students and their families.
“This partnership is another way that IVCC is committed to providing support for our students that extends beyond the classroom,” IVCC President Tracy Morris said. “By supporting students’ needs outside of the classroom, our students have a stronger likelihood for success in the classroom.”
Morris’ monthly report
• The first dental hygiene class began its journey to graduation, and the program has been granted initial accreditation, a status for developing education programs.
• A youth Career Expo event will return in the spring.
• The Adult Education program is exceeding enrollment goals and performing strongly in instructional effectiveness and student progress, and the referenced report also commends the college’s student support services and workforce training process.
• IVCC will host noted neurodiversity expert Maureen Dunne, whose presentation is sponsored by IVCC’s One Book One College community reading program and the Donald E. Fike Family Scholarship Fund.
Other business
• The board learned that Johns Sales and Service of Oglesby has been contracted to fix a leaking C Building boiler at a cost of $126,400.
• The board purchased zSpace simulator workstations for the industrial/ electrical/manufacturing programs from Advanced Technologies Consultants of Plymouth, Michigan, at an estimated cost of $59,700.
• The board approved an annual $10,000 match for the TRIO program, also known as Project Success, so the program can continue to offset the costs of tuition, books, supplies and other expenses for qualified students.
• The board contracted with Marco Technologies of St. Cloud, Minnesota, for copier rentals at an estimated annual cost of $31,000 over a 60-month contract.
• The board retained Bushue HR Inc. for human resources, risk management and insurance consulting services in the amount of $45,900 over three years.
• The board learned of the appointments of Daniel Elias, instructional technology systems coordinator; Evan Walton, IT infrastructure operations engineer, and Jennifer Etscheid, research analyst.
• The board learned of the resignations of Kevin Lynch, welding lab assistant and part-time instructor; Nancy Rimmele, part-time adult education instructional aide; and Ida Brown, part-time financial aid adviser; as well as the retirement of Bonnie Jasiek, administrative assistant in Continuing Education and Business Services.
HENNEPIN TOWN WIDE GARAGE SALES
FRIDAY & SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 TH & 21 ST 8 AM - 3 PM
Maps Available at North Central Bank and Hennepin Food Mart.
Something on every street in Hennepin!
Class Dates
Nov 5th 2024 to April 10th, 2025 Tues. & Thurs. Evenings 6pm to 10pm
Cost will be $850.00
Cost includes: Books, Labs, background check, and Uniform Polo Shirt Not Included: Personal Stethoscope & Watch Black EMS Pants $45-$70 (varies)
National EMT Testing Fee of $45
Classes will be held at the PCEMS Training Center in the McNabb Fire Station 391 IL Hwy 89, McNabb
We will hold an informational meeting for all potential students on Thursday Sept. 26, 2024 At 19:00hrs (7:00pm) At this meeting you will learn: Payment options, Required Background checks, Immunizations and records required. It is critical that you attend this meeting!
PCEMS 2024-25 EMT Basic Class
In This class, you will be trained above and beyond the required level as set by National and State Standards. Don't worry, we'll all have fun while we learn. If you are willing to put in the time and effort, we'll do our best to get you there and beyond.
*This is a College Level Course. You can have no Felony convictions on record and You must be at least 18 years old and hold a High School Diploma or equivalent to Test for an EMT License. (High School Seniors are welcome. You must test within 6 months of the completion of our class.)
Your Instructors will be:
Paramedic Andrew Jackson-Lead Instructor
Andy has over 28+ years experience in Fire and EMS response. He is currently the Director of PCEMS. He is also the EMS Advocate for the State of Illinois. Andy is a Veteran and Commander of the McNabb Magnolia American Legion.
Paramedic Mark Hameister-Lead Instructor
Mark has 25 years experience in EMS and Fire Service. He currently provides EMS service in 2 separate EMS systems. He is the Director of Sheffield Rescue Unit, a Volunteer BLS Ambulance Service in Sheffield, IL. Mark is the Asst. EMS Chief for PCEMS.
• + various guest instructors including , PC Coroner Bob Cofoid, EMT Allen Haeffner EMD,
• EMT Angel Dunn, EMT Kathy Newhalfen, EMT/RN Chris Landerus,
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If a referendum passes, what changes would be made?
The school district would create a single campus by building a third and fifth grade classroom addition, building a sixth through eighth grade classroom addition, building a separate, dedicated gymnasium and cafeteria, spaces to accommodate additional students, providing special education space, library, art and music classrooms, science labs and breakout spaces for student collaboration and small group instruction, modifying the office to better monitor and control visitor access and expanding the parking and redesigning vehicle traffic flow and student drop-off/pick-up to improve staff and student safety.
What would be the cost to taxpayers?
Significant investments are needed to update the existing facilities, which will require the district to increase taxes. For a $75,000 property value, the tax bill is estimated to increase by $167.20; for a $100,000 property value, the tax bill is estimated to increase by $240.53; for a $125,000 property value, the tax bill is estimated to increase by $313.87; for a $150,000 property value, the tax bill is
estimated to increase by $387.20; and the tax bill is estimated to increase by $533.87.
How can I get more information?
The school district will host two more community info sessions prior to the Nov. 5 election. One is scheduled 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 19, at the Putnam County Elementary School, 326 N. Fifth St., Hennepin, and another 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 21, at the Putnam County High School, 402 E. Silverspoon Ave. For information, visit pc535info.com/pc-535.
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A view of
Social Studies classroom Thursday, Sept. 12, at the Putnam County Junior High School in McNabb. The classroom has a separate furnace from the rest of the building. LEFT: A view of the wastewater treatment plant on Thursday, Sept. 12, at the Putnam County Junior High School in McNabb. The school does not have city water and is on its own separate well.
ABOVE:
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Revolutionary War reenactor visits Chief Senachwine DAR chapter
Peterson displays clothing worn by reenactors,
Barbara Peterson of Wyanet explained Sept. 7 her participation in reenacting Revolutionary War battles in her program, “Revolutionary War Reenacting: a Living History,” for members of the Chief Senachwine Chapter NSDAR, the chapter’s opening meeting of the year.
Peterson is a longtime member of the Northwest Territory Alliance responsible for the reenactments as well as a member of the Chief Senachwine Chapter.
Peterson displayed clothing worn by reenactors, such as ordinary militia attire and army uniforms, a musket, tools, utensils, books and games. All of her equipment must pass inspection for authenticity every five years. She described battles and events. She also explained how French volunteer, Gen. Lafayette, would have served in camps with the same equipment.
The Historic Preservation Award was presented to member, Florence Finfgeld, recognizing her more than 40 years of volunteerism at the Marshall County Historic Society and Museum.
See NSDAR, page 8
Henry-Senachwine High School history/government teacher, Alexa Damerell, and Chief Senachwine DAR Chapter Community Classroom Chair Annette Lionberger present Constitution Week materials that will be used to educate students about the U.S. government. Constitution Week began Sept. 17, the date of the adoption of the U.S. Constitution.
Ptak Monuments
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New chairmen were appointed by Chapter Regent Nancy Gillfillan, as follows: Community Classroom, Annette Lionberger; Franco-American Memorial, Jean Galetti and Kathy Dewitt; Historic Preservation, Sandy Miller; and Women’s Issues, Carol Byrd.
Other chapter chairmen shared chapter minutes. Reporting were chairs for American History; American Indians; Conservation; Flag of the U.S.A.; Franco-American Memorial featuring Marquis de Lafayette; and Women’s Issues.
Reports were shared by the chairs of American Heritage, Commemorative Events, Community Classroom and Constitution Week.
Members attending the chapter Memorial Day ceremony on May 27 were thanked as were those attending the June District II Mini-Tour. Four members attended the September DAR Days in Springfield. Information gleaned from DAR Days will be shared with chapter chairmen.
For Oct. 11, the National Day of Service by the Daughters of the American Revolution, remembering the founding of the National Society of the American Revolution on Oct. 11, 1890, members voted to donate items to the Henry Food Pantry. Members should
Barbara Peterson, program presenter at the September Chief Senachwine DAR Chapter meeting, displays clothes and period items from reenacting Revolutionary War battles. She holds a “Brown Bess” musket and displays a British uniform since reenactors portray both sides of battles.
bring donations to the DAR meeting on Oct. 4.
Chapter members also voted to adopt the American History and Government class at Henry-Senachwine High School as the chapter’s Community Classroom project for 2024-25.
The next meeting will be Oct. 4 at the Pulsifer House in Hennepin. Members are asked to arrive at 1 p.m. for a tour of the 1844 Greek Revival home, followed by the chapter meeting and refreshments.
Women 18 years and older who can prove lineage to a Revolutionary War Patriot is eligible to join the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution. Interested prospective members can be assisted in finding a patriot of their own. To join the DAR, call 815-303-1034.
Photo provided by Sharon Bittner
Hennepin Riverside Cemetery Fall Clean-Up
Hennepin Riverside Cemetery Association requests removal of spring and summer decorations except shepherd’s hooks and baskets that are RIGHT NEXT to or ON the monuments by October 15, 2024. All shepherd’s hooks that are badly bent or rusted need to be removed. No glass vases, jars or breakable containers should be placed in the cemetery. We are not responsible for lost, stolen or weather damaged items.
All items not cleared will be removed by the caretakers and discarded. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.
No live plants, bushes, etc. are to be planted at any time.
These make it impossible for the caretakers to do their job properly.
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DAR chapter presents Lacon woman with Historic Preservation award
Award given to Florence Finfgeld for her 40 years of historic preservation service
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Florence Finfgeld, a Lacon resident, was honored Sept. 7 with a medal and certificate awarded by the Chief Senachwine Chapter National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution for her 40 years of historic preservation service.
Finfgeld began her volunteering at the Marshall County Historical Society and Museum in 1984.
Her earliest contribution was to help develop the first architectural walk in Lacon and create the “You Drive Map” for the Marshall County Sesquicentennial. She organized the Lacon Cemetery walk where she also appeared as Rachel Bane.
The honoree was elected president of the board in 1996 and over the years held the positions of vice president, secretary and the curator’s private secretary. She worked with committees, special dinners and annual meet-
ings and oversaw the appearance of the Smithsonian traveling exhibit, “Barn Again.”
As display chairwoman for many years, she managed the in-building displays as well as the window displays. Early in her volunteerism at the society, she became textile chair and held that position until she retired from regular volunteering in 2014. Finfgeld also wrote the guidelines for the accession and deaccession of gifts for the museum. Under her guidance, the museum received an award based on the variety of quilts it owned and its method of preservation and storage. She also has presented a number of programs on quilts and their proper care.
Finfgeld especially liked to work with children during the summer art program as she taught them to find a favorite object, learn its history and then paint it on a small canvas. They created a show for friends and family.
The Historic Preservation Recognition Award is designed to recognize worthy locals and groups for outstanding achievements in all areas of historical preservation. The recipient/recipients are expected to have contributed to the community in an outstanding volunteer manner.
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Florence Finfgeld, member of the Chief Senachwine Chapter National Society of Daughters of Revolution receives the Historic Preservation Certificate and Medal from Chapter Regent Nancy Gillfillan for her 40 years of volunteerism at the Marshall County Historical Society and Museum.
TODAY
IN SPORTS HISTORY
1938: The Chicago Bears beat the Green Bay Packers 2-0. Left end Dick Plasman tackles Arnie Herber in the end zone in the fourth quarter for the win.
FOOTBALL: HALL 62, MENDOTA 27
Hall-PC pulls away from Mendota to earn 1st win
The Red Devils’ defense forced 3 Trojan fumbles
By BRANDON LaCHANCE
Shaw Local News Network correspondent
SPRING VALLEY – With the Hall-Putnam County and Mendota football teams looking for their first win of the season, all involved knew Friday’s Three Rivers Conference Mississippi Division game was not going to be easy.
In the first half, the Red Devils and the Trojans traded jabs, first downs and touchdowns as every time one team scored, the other would match.
However, after first-half adjustments, Hall-PC continued to score while finding a way to stop Mendota’s offense en route to a 62-27 victory.
“I’m excited for the guys. Our Thursday wasn’t the greatest. We had a come to Jesus meeting,” Hall coach Logan Larson said after his first career win. “The guys finally understand how hard it is to win a game and the process of it. We had a meeting, the guys responded, and I thought they played really well. They executed and did everything we asked of them.
“Mendota played a good game and did some tough stuff. They are huge up front, which isn’t a great match up for us. We executed, fought through, rotated some guys in the back end, up front. We kept battling. I told them, ‘If you want to win, you have to push and fight.’ It’s not easy to put up the numbers we did and win a football game.”
Hall scored first to cap off a threeplay, 41-yard drive when junior quarterback Dylan Glynn found junior Braden Curran in the end zone on a 39-yard pass.
Mendota used 16 plays to drive 80 yards and score on a 35-yard pass from junior quarterback Aden Tillman to senior wide receiver Rhett Watson to take a 7-6 lead.
The entire first half was score for score as Hall-PC (1-2, 1-0 TRC Mississippi) answered with an 11-yard run by Curran with 15.6 seconds left in the first frame to take a 13-7. Mendota then scored with 10:22 on the second quarter clock when Tillman found Jayden Lesley on a 26-yard TD pass to retake the lead, 15-13.
“We showed glimpses of what we are capable of,” Mendota coach Keegan Hill said. “We were within striking distance going into the half. Hall played harder longer than we did and they earned the victory. We will find what went well against the Red Devils and maximize it next week.”
After a Hall fumble, Mendota recovered, and the Trojans turning the ball over on downs, the Red Devils took a 20-15 lead into halftime after Glynn found pay dirt on a 4-yard QB keeper with 13.5 ticks on the clock.
The Trojans continued the sparring in the beginning of the third quarter with an 11-play, 75-yard drive resulting in a Tillman 21-yard TD pass to senior Braiden Freeman for a 21-20 MHS lead.
Then Hall-PC delivered multiple knockdown blows resulting in the TKO.
The Red Devils scored six straight touchdowns as Curran (22-yard run),
junior Aiden RedCliff (40-yard run), Redcliff (9-yard run), Curran (50yard run), Glynn (45-yard fumble recovery) and Redcliff (10-yard run) scored to take a 62-21 advantage.
With a running clock, Trojan freshman Kadrean Price took a 37-yard run into the end zone.
“We stopped ourselves offensively in the first half. We should have put up another touchdown or two. We had a good drive going, had a bad snap and lost a fumble. They had a couple of great plays on us. The Mendota skill guys are good, big and caught the ball well,” Larson said. “When we got a few turnovers, the momentum went our way and we kept it. We made a couple of big plays and the flow of the game stayed in our direction. We kept playing and our guys did a great job.
“The reason we didn’t run the ball well in the first two games was because of up front. The reason we
were able to against Mendota was because of up front. We were able to execute. We blocked guys, even though Mendota is big and it wasn’t a great matchup for us. They fought and put our game plan into action.”
The Red Devils’ defense forced three Trojan fumbles as Glynn recovered two of them; one for a touchdown.
Glynn finished with a rushing TD, a passing TD (4 of 6, 108 yards) and a defensive score, while Curran scored three rushing touchdowns (nine carries for 150 yards) and a receiving touchdown (two catches for 53 yards), while Redcliff rushed into the end zone three times (15 carries for 159 yards).
For Mendota, Tillman was 10 of 15 in the air for 168 yards and three touchdowns and he recorded 100 yards on the ground on 21 attempts. Lesley was his top target with four receptions for 69 yards.
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Hall’s Braden Curran runs into the end zone for a touchdown against Mendota on Friday at Richard Nesti Stadium in Spring Valley.
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK
MYAH RICHARDSON
Putnam County, freshman, volleyball
Myah Richardson had a strong start to her high school volleyball career at Putnam County. The freshman had five digs, four points, four aces, one kill and a block in the season opener against Wethersfield.
In the Panthers’ first win of the season over Midland, Richardson had 14 digs, 13 points and seven kills. Richardson led PC to a victory over Midland in its first Tri-County Conference match of the season with 14 digs, 13 kills, seven assists, eight points and two aces. In the Somonauk tournament, Richardson had 38 digs, 31 kills, 20 assists and nine aces to help the Panthers win the title.
For her performance, Richardson was voted the NewsTribune Athlete of the Week, sponsored by Sullivan’s and Grasser’s Plumbing & Heating.
Richardson answered some questions from NewsTribune sports editor Kevin Chlum.
When did you start playing volleyball, and how did you get into it?
Richardson: I was in the gym at a very young age watching my three older sisters who have taught me almost everything I know.
What do you like about volleyball?
I love volleyball for so many reasons, but my favorite thing about it is that it’s a game of mistakes. Someone on either side of the court must make a mistake for someone to score and after each mistake, you have to forget it and move on.
What makes you a good volleyball player?
There are many things that make someone a great volleyball player but I believe I have great court awareness and I believe in making my peers better. Each and everyday at practice I’m there to work on my skills, but also help my team become better people on and off the court. Confidence is also a very important thing in the life of a volleyball player. You must believe in yourself and trust your gut with your decision especially as a setter.
What is your favorite sports memory?
My favorite volleyball memories could either be attending a Lexi Rodriguez clinic or a Logan Eggleston clinic in Nashville, but in all honesty playing at the MEQ tournament in St. Louis was definitely amazing. I got to stay with my team, go out to dinner and enjoy the team bonding moments.
Besides volleyball season, what do you like about fall?
I think fall is my absolute favorite season for so many reasons. As a kid who grew up around my dad’s tree service, I love the outdoors and exploring. Going to the pumpkin patches and getting to learn about the farming experience with my grandpa is always such a great time.
What is your favorite candy?
Richardson: I love my peanut M&Ms. They are my pregame snack no matter what. If I don’t have M&Ms I struggle to be as energized.
If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go and why?
I love traveling so much. It’s amazing. Sight seeing never gets old in my mind, but if I could travel absolutely anywhere, I think I would go to Mackinac Island in Michigan. I went on a motorhome trip with my amazing grandparents when I was younger and we took a ferry and saw all these beautiful things, but I would love to go back to the butterfly garden.
What TV show or movie do you never get tired of watching?
I hate sitting down and doing nothing, but if “Heartland” is on you best bet I’m going to lay in my bed all day and watch all 17 seasons until mom says I need to go to bed. I can watch it while cleaning or doing homework. It’s the best to watch on long road trips for volleyball.
If you could get advice from any athlete, who would it be and why?
If I could get advice from any athlete, I would easily pick Michael Jordan. He didn’t make the basketball team one year so he would go in the gym and work twice as hard as the guys that got a spot. By the next year he was a whole year ahead of them because they only worked in practice. He is so inspirational to me because I have dreams of taking my volleyball career places that require so much more work than just in practice.
What are your thoughts on your performance last week?
We had a few tough matches last week. We had our season opener at home against Wethersfield. We knew we were going to have to fight because they are always a great program. I did my absolute best as a freshman opening my high school career to let the nerves shake off and play my best. The next night we played Mendota. Another tough night. We battled to three and took the win. Our first conference match was so much fun. It was a tough battle, but I had a great night with 13 kills. I had so much fun and I loved kicking off the season with two wins.
VOLLEYBALL:
Marquette overcomes slow start, tops Putnam County
By BRIAN HOXSEY bhoxsey@shawmedia.com
OTTAWA – Marquette coach Mindy McConnaughhay couldn’t remember a time when she’s called a timeout as early as she did in the opening set of Thursday’s TriCounty Conference match at Bader Gymnasium against Putnam County.
After watching the Panthers’ Addy Leatherman’s kill on the first point of the night fall between three of her players followed by three Crusaders hits that went wildly out of bounds, McConnaughhay stopped the action.
“We have really been talking about having mental toughness, really since the start of practices,” she said. “You could see after the first four points we didn’t come out ready to go or mentally weren’t where we needed to be. I just said to them, ‘Now is your chance to show you are all mentally tough. Get your composure and let’s play.’”
Marquette regrouped and followed with a 16-5 run, then used consecutive aces by Hunter Hopkins to take the first set 25-23. In the second set, another middle-of-the-set burst, this one 13-5, helped the hosts to a 25-21 win.
Marquette, which has won the past seven meetings with PC dating
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VOLLEYBALL
Putnam County 2, Earlville 0: The Lady Panthers won a nonconference match over the Raiders, 25-21, 25-12, Tuesday, Sept. 10, at Granville.
Myah Richardson had 10 digs, six kills, four assists and an ace for PC, while Eme Bouxsein had 10 assists and eight points and Sarah Wiesbrock contributed 20 digs, nine points and an ace. Bailey Miller had four kills and 12 digs, and Elizabeth Vazquez has four service points and 12 digs for Earlville.
Hall 2, Putnam County 0: The Red Devils won 25-12, 25-15 in a nonconference match in Granville on Monday, Sept. 9.
Morgan Hoscheid had 17 assists and two aces for Hall, while Charlie Pellegrini had five kills, seven digs and an ace. Kennedy Wozniak added
to 2018, improved to 7-4 overall and 2-1 in conference play. The Panthers fell to 4-5 and 1-2.
“Unfortunately, we missed a lot of serves tonight (nine), and many of them were in key situations where it turned a two-point set into a four- or five-point set quickly,” Putnam County coach Amy Bell said. “You have to serve aggressive, but you also have to keep it in the court or otherwise you’re just handing points away with soft serving.
“I really thought we did a good job defensively. Marquette has multiple girls who can really hit it, and I thought we adjusted well to where they were trying to hit it. With it still being pretty early in the season, it was great to see our defense really play solidly.”
Putnam County was paced by Myah Richardson’s five kills, three assists, three aces, eight points and seven digs. Eme Bouxsein had two assists, nine points and nine digs; Leatherman had three kills; and Sarah Wiesbrock added 10 digs.
“I have a pretty young squad, so they are still trying to find ways to work together,” Bell said. “They are learning and growing, and with each match we play they are getting better. We ran a lot more options tonight than we have, and we looked pretty good. There are good things to come for this group.”
five kills, five digs and an ace.
Myah Richardson had eight digs, four assists and four kills for Putnam County (6-4), while Kennedy Holocker added 10 digs.
GOLF
At McNabb: Henry-Senachwine remained undefeated in Tri-County Conference play by beating St. Bede and Putnam County in a triangular at Edgewood Park Golf Club on Monday, Sept. 10. The Mallards carded a 175, the Bruins had a 192, and the Panthers finished with a 222.
Henry’s Jacob Miller was the medalist with a 38, while Carson Rowe carded a 41, Landon Harbison had a 44, and Ben Meacham added a 52.
Jacob Edens had a 42 for Putnam County. –ShawLocalNewsNetwork
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PUBLIC NOTICE
Bids for Grind & Over lay on County High way 16 (the Bottom Road) Putnam County Highway is requesting seal ed bids for the following: Paving - 1 70 Tons HM A (IDOT appr oved sur face mix, suc h as Surface Course Mix "C" N50 ) and 1500 S Y H MA Surface RemovalButt Joint.
Specifications are available upon request at no charge to prospective bidders.
Sealed bids will be accepted at the office of the Putnam County Highway Department, 552 State Route 26, Lacon, IL 61540 until 3: 00 PM on Friday October 4, 2 024 . All bids must be enclosed in a sealed envelope bearing the name and address of the proposer and clearly marked, Attn: PC Highway, Paving Bid.
Sealed bids may be hand delivered, mailed or shipped The bid most advantageous to the County will be selected and the County reserves the right to waive any technicalities and reject any or all proposals that do not meet the requirem ents
(Published in Putnam County Record September 18, 25, 2024)2192287
PUBLIC NOTICE
IN THE CIRCU IT C OURT OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCU IT PU TNAM C OUNT Y, ILLI NO IS
IN RE: The Estate of Aldona S. Rutkauskas, Deceased
Case # 24 PR 8
NO TICE TO CREDITORS OF CLAIM DATE
Notice is given of the death of Aldona S. Rutkauskas, a resident of Putnam, Putnam County, Illinois, who died on November 14, 2023, and that Letters of Office as Administrator were ordered to be issued on August 29, 2024 to Audra Raulinaitis, who may be contacted c/o her attorney as set forth below.
Claims may be filed six (6) months from the date of the first publication of this Notice of Claim Date or three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery, whichever is later, and any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court, Putnam County Courthouse, 4th and Court Streets, Hennepin, Illinois, or with the Representative c/o her attorney, or with both the Representative and her attorney Within ten (10) days after a claimant files its claim, if filed with the Court, the claimant must mail or deliver a copy of the claim to the Representative c/o her attorney of record AND file with the Court proof of mailing or delivery of said copies.
Dated: Septem ber 6, 2024 /s/ Scott A. Shore, Attorney for Administrator Scott A. Shore, Attorney At Law 227 E. Court St - P.O. Box 231 Hennepin, IL 61327 Tel. 815- 925- 7117 ShoreLawAndMediation@gmail.com
(Published in Putnam County Record Septem ber 18, 25, October 2, 2024) 2191344
GRANVILLE TOWNWIDE
Friday Sept. 27th & Saturday Sept. 28th
Magnolia Cemetery Fall Clean Up October 1st
Fall clean up of the Magnolia Cemetery begins October 1st. All Spring and Summer decorations are to be removed.
Items to be saved should be removed before this time. Any items remaining are assumed not wanted and will be disposed of by the grounds keeper.
