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The Putnam County Library District will be closed at noon Friday, Dec. 13, for a staff meeting. It will reopen Saturday, Dec. 14. The library also will be closed Dec. 24-26 and Dec. 31 for the holidays.
Here are the following December activities planned throughout the library district:
6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3 : Holidays in Space. Join the library and NASA Solar System Ambassador Knapper for a presentation about celebrating the holidays in space. Ever wonder what astronauts do during the holidays? While they may not have a turkey to carve, many of the holiday traditions exist. In this program, Knapper will talk about how holidays are celebrated and will explore how astronauts bring a little taste of home with them to enjoy in zero gravity. Register at https://2ly. link/20Iao.
6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 10 : Bake your Way through the Holidays. Father Dominic Garramone will present “Bake Your Way Through the Holidays.” In this program, Garramone will present recipes for three holidays, including Hanukkah Jelly Donuts, Fruited Sweet Potato Bread for Kwanzaa and a variety of show-stopping breads for the Christmas buffet. Register at https://2ly. link/20Iap.
7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 10 : Illinois Libraries Presents: The Magic of Raina Telgemeier (Youth Program). Join the library for a night with critically acclaimed comic artist Raina Telgemeier. Telgemeier is the author and illustrator of the graphic novels “Smile,” “Drama,” “Sisters,” “Ghosts” and “Guts,” all No. 1 New York Times bestsellers. She also adapted and illustrated four graphic novel versions of Ann M. Martin’s “Baby-Sitters Club” series, and has contributed short stories to many anthologies. New in 2024, The Cartoonists Club – a one-of-a-kind graphic novel from Raina and Scott McCloud. Register at https://bit.ly/ILP_RainaTelgemeier.
Friday, Dec. 22, to Sunday, Dec. 22 : Illinois Libraries Presents: Experience Little Women: The Musical (2022). Louisa May Alcott’s classic story of four sisters growing up in 19th-century Massachusetts made its London premiere in this acclaimed production at Park Theatre. Originally presented on Broadway in
LOCAL NEWS BRIEFS
St. Joseph Church artifacts on display at Marshall County Historical Society
The Marshall County Historical Society Museum is showing artifacts from the St. Joseph Church of Henry in its front window. The cornerstone was laid for St Joseph Church in 1872. It mostly consisted of citizens of Irish descent while St. Mary’s parishioners were of German descent. St Joseph Church was closed on June 29, 2014, and merged with St Mary’s Church. The final Mass was Oct. 19. The church will be decommissioned and no longer used.
2005. Sutton Foster, Lydia White and Savannah Stevenson lead a talented cast in this beloved tale of family, self-discovery and hope. Register at https://bit.ly/ILP_ LittleWomen.
Hennepin, 214 N. Fourth St. Dec. 2-23 : Recyclable ornaments. Decorate the tree with recyclable ornaments at the library. K-cups and egg cartons.
6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 5 : Spring Valley Is A Mining Town. Listen to author Richard Joyce discuss the Spring Valley coal mining history. His book will be available to purchase after “Spring Valley Is A Mining Town.”
Dec. 9-13 : Cricut Makerspace Workshop. Learn how to use the Cricut Maker. Crafty adults are welcome. All day event. Call ahead to schedule your appointment. Snow-filled ornaments.
Thursday, Dec. 12 : Winter Craft Workshop, Christmas oil candle lamp. Take home or make it at the library. All ages.
Friday, Dec. 20 : Harry Potter holiday party. 12 and younger at 3 p.m. 13 and older at 6:30 p.m. Stop by the library for a magical party. There will be bingo, crafts, door prizes, a photo scene and a Harry Potter movie. 12 and younger will view “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” and 13 and older will view “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.” Write what you are joyful about this winter. Stop by the library display through December 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. every Thursday : Adult Gift Wrapping, leading up to Christmas. Coloring Pages. December through February, pick up at the library. All ages.
Jigsaw puzzles will be out to work on for the winter, December through February 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 18 : Putnam County Book Club, meets on the third Wednesday of every month either at Hennepin or Granville library. Share your ideas. The club chooses books together and looks forward to completing its list for the next year. Looking forward to sharing our enthusiasm for books. Follow on Facebook.
Granville, 214 S. McCoy St. Monday, Dec. 2, through Saturday, Dec. 7 : Community Decorating. Stop by the Granville
Library during the first week of December to help decorate the library Christmas tree. Refreshments will be available during the week for decorators.
10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3 : Community Room Craft Time. Bring a craft to work on alone or with friends: Refreshments are available.
All month : Winter Photo Opportunity. Stop by the Granville Library during the month to create seasonal memories using a special winter-themed professional photo backdrop. Make sure to bring a camera or smartphone. 5 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17 : Join the Granville library to experience the wonder of New York City Ballet’s iconic holiday classic on the big screen. Tchaikovsky’s beloved melodies transport the young and the young at heart to the magical world where mischievous mice besiege a battalion of toy soldiers, and an onstage blizzard leads to an enchanted Land of Sweets. George Balanchine’s “The Nutcracker,” is based on Alexandre Dumas’ version of E.T.A. Hoffmann’s tale, “The Nutcracker and the Mouse King,” (1816) is one of the most complex theatrical staged ballets in the New York City Ballet’s repertory. The film runs for 100 minutes and is geared toward adults and youth ages 8 and older.
1 to 3 p.m. Friday, Dec. 27 : Holiday movie and popcorn
11 a.m. Wednesdays : Story Time, book and accompanying activity
3 to 4 p.m. Wednesdays : Homework Helpers
1 to 3 p.m. Fridays: Art materials available. Water paints and pastels.
Fridays: Wrapping station in the community room. Available upon request when the community room is available. Jigsaw puzzles will be out to work on for the winter.
Winter Crafts: In December, January and February, the community is invited to stop by the Granville Library to make thematic crafts. The craft for December is a snowy wreath. Design a bookmark at the library. Stop by during open hours to pick up a “Design a Bookmark” form. After you complete your
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In the museum window is a portrait of Father Roger Noonan. He was ordained in 1945. In 1956, he was first appointed administrator and became the pastor in 1960. He served the parish for 30 years. Other items are a copy of the church’s Centennial book, a historical plate, several hymnals and other items of interest. A bouquet of shamrock sits beside the altar. Pictures and a family tree of the founders are included.
The museum, 314 Fifth St., Lacon, is open from 9 a.m. to noon Tuesdays and Saturdays. Stop by for a visit and see other historical items in the museum’s collection.
The museum will be closed for the holidays from Dec. 12 through Jan. 11.
Holiday activities coming to Granville library
The Putnam County Public Library is inviting the community to stop by the Granville Library, 214 S. McCoy St., Dec. 2-7 to help decorate the library Christmas tree. Refreshments will be available for decorators. Additionally, create seasonal memories using a winter-themed photo backdrop. For more information, call the Granville Library at 815-339-2038.
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Members of the Chief Senachwine Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, gathered on Veterans Day, Nov. 11, for a ceremony at the city park location honoring Capt. John Cromwell, World War II Medal of Honor recipient, followed by ceremonies at graves in the Henry Cemetery.
Honorees were Lt. Peter Wykoff, Civil War; burial locations of other Civil War soldiers; and the grave of Pvt. Vergne Greiner, World War I, at the Hennepin Cemetery. Also honored were Elizabeth Wykoff, Peter Wykoff’s mother; Elizabeth Wykoff Dewey, an early DAR member; and Clarissa McManners, daughter of a Revolutionary War soldier.
Members of the Chief Senachwine Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, gathered on Nov. 11 for a Veterans Day ceremony at the city park location honoring Capt. John Cromwell, World War II Medal of Honor recipient, followed by ceremonies at graves in the Henry Cemetery.
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5 PCHS students named 2024-25 Illinois State Scholars
‘Honor celebrates the dedication, hard work and excellence of our students,’ principal says
By DEREK BARICHELLO dbarichello@shawmedia.com
Five students from the Putnam County High School Class of 2025 have been designated Illinois State Scholars.
They are Emelia Bouxsein, Enzo Holocker, Lisa Myres, Anna Sandberg and Valeria Villagomez.
Bouxsein of Hennepin is the daughter of Nicole and Jerimey Bouxsein. Bouxsein plans to attend Southern Illinois University and major in sonography to become an ultrasound technician. Bousxein was a member of the volleyball, basketball and cheer teams, Interact, National Honor Society, Student Council and is a senior class officer.
Holocker of Granville is the son of Alexis Chambers and AJ Chambers. Holocker plans to attend Illinois Valley Community College and would like to pursue a career in either CAD or engineering. Holocker participated in track and field and the National Honor Society.
Myres of Hennepin is the daughter of William Myres. Myres plans to attend college to pursue a music degree and a Russian language minor. Myres is a member of band, theater, Panteras, scholastic bowl and is the treasurer of the National
Five students from the Putnam County High School graduating class of 2025 have been designated as Illinois State Scholars. They are Emelia Bouxsein, Enzo Holocker, Lisa Myres, Anna Sandberg and Valeria Villagomez.
Honor Society. Sandberg of McNabb is the daughter of Brandy and Ryan Sandberg. Sandberg plans to attend Knox College in order to pursue a degree in elementary education. Sandberg is a member of theater, scholastic bowl, president of the National Honor Society, band and Student Council.
Villagomez of McNabb is the daughter of Laura Mendez and Rodolfo Villagomez. Villagomez plans to attend Benedictine College to pursue a degree in engineering. Villagomez is a member of the Fellow -
ship of Christian Athletes, National Honor Society, basketball and softball.
“We are incredibly proud to recognize our Illinois State Scholar winners for their exceptional academic achievements. This prestigious honor celebrates the dedication, hard work and excellence of our students,” Putnam County High School Principal Dustin Schrank said in a news release. “These scholars represent the best of our school and community, and we commend them for their outstanding efforts and commitment
to academic success. Congratulations to each of these remarkable students – you inspire us all!”
The Illinois Student Assistance Commission, the state’s college access and financial aid agency, presents this important recognition of academic achievement to exceptional Illinois high school students annually. This year, about 16,700 honorees join the other outstanding students who have been honored since the designation was first introduced in 1958.
“On behalf of ISAC, congratulations to all our Illinois State Scholars for their extraordinary academic achievements,” ISAC Executive Director Eric Zarnikow said in a news release. “These high school seniors managed through the personal and learning challenges of the pandemic for several years of high school, and their accomplishments reflect their passion and dedication to academic pursuits. We also want to acknowledge and thank families, counselors, educators, mentors, and communities for their encouragement and often invaluable support in helping students along each step of their educational path.”
The Illinois State Scholar designation is a non-monetary award. Each State Scholar will receive a congratulatory letter and a Certificate of Achievement from ISAC. Additionally, awardees can download an official Illinois State Scholar Program badge to display on their online profiles, social media platforms and share with their high school counselors, colleges, employers, family members and others.
Photo provided by Bethany Newsome
Putnam County Junior High School announced its honor roll for the first quarter of the 2024-25 school year.
HIGH HONOR ROLL
Sixth grade
Liam Askeland, Lucas Buettner, Guiliana Cimei, Addi Goetz, Evelyn Grasser, Hudson Heiberger, Marshall Holocker, Liam Judd, Brayden Kierski, Mason King, Sean King, Mia Mennie, Jace Newsome, Michael Padilla, Emily Pundsack, Greyson Savery, Eli Schrowang, Hunter Smith, Trinity Thomas, Aubrey Zborowski
Seventh grade
Garrett Billups, Lillian Bouxsein, Davis Carlson, Jio Castro, Ayden Dienst, Makenna Goulding, Natalie Guadiana, Anniston Judd, Avery Lenkaitis, Andrew Mathney, Brennan McDonald, Anthony Popurella, Luis Ramirez, Isaac Rodriguez, Garrit Smith
Illinois Valley Symphony Orchestra to present ‘The Sparkle of the Season’
By DEREK BARICHELLO dbarichello@shawmedia.com
The Illinois Valley Symphony Orchestra continues its diamond anniversary celebration with a holiday performance, “The Sparkle of the Season,” at 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, in the Ottawa High School Auditorium, 211 E. Main St.
This 75th season event promises to delight audiences with holiday classics and vibrant musical performances under the direction of IVSO conductor Daniel Sommerville, according to a news release from the orchestra.
Joining the IVSO for this concert are the Illinois Valley Community College Collegiate Choir and the Ottawa High School choirs, who will perform Shaw and Bennett’s “The Many Moods of Christmas” and selections from Handel’s “Messiah,” featuring soprano Jenilyn Roether. The concert also will showcase Michael W. Smith’s powerful “Glory Overture” and additional selections by the guest choirs.
The event will begin with a welcome address by Daniel Thomas, Illinois deputy director of tourism.
To continue the celebration, a post-concert event will be at Tangled
Roots Brewing Co. in downtown Ottawa. As part of the partnership, Tangled Roots has crafted a lager called Maestro, infused with a hint of blood orange, to commemorate the IVSO’s 75th anniversary. Guests can purchase commemorative IVSO 75th anniversary beer steins at the concert.
“Celebrating 75 years of music and community is a truly remarkable achievement,” said Rich Crum, IVSO board vice president. “This season is not just a milestone for the orchestra but for the Illinois Valley as a whole. We are thrilled to share this celebration with our audience, and the partnership with Tangled Roots Brewing Co. is a perfect way to bring the community together.”
Tickets for “The Sparkle of the Season” are on sale. For tickets and more information, visit www.ivso.org
Daniel Sommerville Jenilyn Roether
Photo provided by Norman Pellett
The Illinois Valley Symphony Orchestra continues its Diamond Anniversary celebration with a holiday performance, “The Sparkle of the Season,” at 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, in the Ottawa High School Auditorium, 211 E. Main St.
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Colorful Greetings: Turn your Art
Create one-of-a-kind art: Assorted coloring pages will be available as well as colored pencils. If you would like your art turned into a set of notecards, please leave it, along with your name and phone number, with a staff member. You will be notified when your cards are ready for pick-up.
Putnam, 105 N. Center St.
9 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 7: Books and Brunch. Food, Books, and Friends
Magnolia, 112 N. Chicago St. Tuesday, Dec. 10: Christmas Garland. For
children during library hours. Saturday, Dec. 21: Chocolate Covered Spoons. For children during library hours.
McNabb, 322 W. Main St. Saturday, Dec. 7: Make-N-Take Ornament, for all ages. Doughnuts will be available 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Dec. 21: Helping children last minute wrapping for family. Bring in gifts, the library will provide paper and assistance.
Winter Crafts: During December, January and February, the community is invited to stop by the McNabb Library to make thematic crafts. The craft for December is a snowy wreath.
Design a bookmark at the library. Stop by during open hours to pick up a “Design a Bookmark” form. After you complete your design, drop the form back off at the library and staff will scan it and print your designed bookmarks for library visitors.
Ptak Monuments
Colorful Greetings: Turn your Art into Notecards.
Create one-of-a-kind art: Assorted coloring pages will be available as well as colored pencils. If you would like your art turned into a set of notecards, please leave it along with your name and phone number, with a staff member. You will be notified when your cards are ready for pick-up.
Standard, 128 First St. 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 5: OSF King Care-A-Van. The OSF King Care-A-Van is a mobile health center, operated by OSF HealthCare, that has been serving communities within Bureau, Henry, La Salle and Putnam counties since spring 2019. Aimed at serving primarily rural residents, the OSF King Care-a-Van works with employers, churches, schools and community organizations to connect individuals – who might otherwise be unable to access care – to area
health resources.
12:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12: A Novelist’s Christmas Carol: The Life of Charles Dickens. Bring the magic of “A Christmas Carol” alive. During the holiday season, one can make the choice to either embrace the holiday spirit of kindness and giving or to say “bah humbug” and be what others call a “Scrooge.” The greedy Ebenezer Scrooge and the kindhearted Bob Cratchit and Tiny Tim, all provide life lessons during the holiday season. These lessons originated in the novella. “A Christmas Carol.” by Charles Dickens, has been passed down for generations. Dickens has been said by many to be one of the greatest writers of the Victorian Era. In addition to “A Christmas Carol,” Travel through time on a theatrical journey with the Ghost of Christmas Past, portrayed by historical presenter Michelle Gibbons.
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TODAY IN SPORTS HISTORY
1980: Dave Williams returns the opening kickoff in overtime 95 yards to give the Chicago Bears a 23-17 victory over the Detroit Lions on Thanksgiving Day. The Bears tied the game with no time remaining in regulation.
GIRLS BASKETBALL – PRINCETON HOLIDAY TOURNAMENT
Putnam County fifth at Princeton
Maggie Spratt named to all-tournament team
By KEVIN HIERONYMUS khieronymus@shawmedia.com
The Putnam County girls finished the week 2-2, placing fifth in the Princeton Holiday Girls Basketball Tournament.
The Lady Panthers split pool games with Princeton and Henry and silver bracket games with Mendota and IVC.
Here’s a recap of their games Princeton 52, Putnam County 21: Both teams had a slow start offensively as only one point was scored between them in the first 3:33 in the pool opener on Tuesday, Nov. 19.
But the Tigresses’ defense was forcing turnovers and creating offensive opportunities Princeton started to finish as it pulled away for a 30-10 halftime lead after holding a 12-5 advantage after the first eight minutes.
“We made some defensive adjustments and switches just to keep ourselves and the other team on their toes a little bit,” Princeton coach Tiffany Gonigam said. “It was slow at times, but I felt like once we could play in the full court a little more, we were able to play a lot faster and that seems to be more our game, at least right now.”
The Tigresses forced 41 turnovers.
“I think we’re just reading passes,” Gonigam said. “We knew we wanted to get our first trap set in our defense, and from there we trusted the girls to make some reads and pressure their guards.”
After falling behind 8-0, the Panthers pulled within 9-5 with 28.6 seconds left in the first quarter before Keighley Davis drained a 3-pointer with 5.8 seconds left.
“They’re super athletic and get up and down the floor well and have two really good shooters in Davis and [Camryn] Driscoll,” Putnam County coach Jared Sale said. “Near the end of the first quarter, it was 9-5 then we lost Davis on the wing and she pushed it to 12-5. If you get a stop there, you’re feeling pretty good after one. I thought there were a couple spots in the game where if we get a stop and we’re able to go down and get a bucket, you might be in a different situation.”
Princeton pushed its lead to double digits for the first time at 20-8 on a 3 by
freshman Avaya Koning.
The Tigresses hit the offensive glass hard and were able to get multiple shots on 11 first-half possessions and 17 possessions in the game.
“We’ve really been trying to encourage the girls to box out and rebound,” Gonigam said. “Putnam County had some height on us. They have some good post players. I was really proud of the effort rebounding and just flying in from all over the place.”
Princeton extended its lead to 44-16 after three quarters. Davis and Driscoll each scored 16 points to lead the Tigresses.
Maggie Spratt led PC with eight points, while Eme Bouxsein added six.
“We’re going to continue to work and hopefully trend in the right direction,” Sale said.
PC 23, Henry 21: The Lady Panthers built a 14-0 halftime lead and held on for a two-point win over their TriCounty Conference rivals on Wednesday, Nov. 22.
Spratt had eight points, Addy Leatherman had six points, Valeria Villagomez five points and Bouxsein had four.
PC 47, Mendota 38: Maggie Spratt scored 22 points and grabbed 13 rebounds to lead PC to victory over Mendota on Thursday, Nov 23. Villagomez had nine points for the Panthers,
Leatherman added eight points. IVC 39, PC 21: Spratt scored six points as Putnam County lost 39-21 to IVC in their final game of the tournament on Saturday, Nov. 23, finishing fifth. Leatherman added four points for the Lady Panthers (2-2). Spratt was named to the all-tournament team.
Photos by Scott Anderson
Putnam County’s Maggie Spratt gets stuck in the lane as Princeton’s Reese Reviglio blocks during the Princeton Holiday Girls Basketball Tournament on Nov. 19 at Princeton High School.
Putnam County’s Valeria Villagomez looks to pass the ball against Princeton during the Princeton Holiday Girls Basketball Tournament on Nov. 19 at Princeton High School.
3 - 12:30 pm – Christmas Trivia
3 - 12:30 pm – Christmas Trivia
5 - 12:30 pm – Christmas Bingo sponsored by the The Staff of PCCC and PC Rotary
5 - 12:30 pm –Christmas Bingo sponsored by the The Staff of PCCC and PC Rotary
9 - 9:00 - 10:00 am - Medicare Part B Prevention & Wellness benefits, Extra help/LIS, MSP program & BA enrollment
10 - 12:30 pm - Granville Jr. High Band & Chorus
9 - 9:00 - 10:00 am - Medicare Part B Prevention & Wellness benefits, Extra help/LIS, MSP program & BA enrollment
10 - 12:30 pm – Granville Jr. High Band & Chorus
12 - 12:30 - A Novelist’s Christmas Carol: The life of Charles Dickens presented by Michelle Gibbon (Virtual & in-person)
13 - 9:30 pm – PCCC Board Meeting
12 - 12:30 pm – A Novelist’s Christmas Carol: The life of Charles Dickens presented by Michelle Gibbons (Virtual & in-person)
PCCC Closing at12 noon for a Staff Christmas
13 – 9:30 am – PCCC Board Meeting
PUTNAM COUNTY COMMUNITY CENTER – DECEMBER 2024
PCCC Closing at 12 noon for a Staff Christmas
17 - 9:30 -11 am- Free blood pressure & glucose checks 10:00 am - Site Council meeting 12:30 pm –Christmas party music w/Sharon Dewitt & Band (Virtual & in-person)
19 - 2:30 pm – Music Therapy by Michelle (Virtual & in-person)
17 - 9:30 -11 am- Free blood pressure & glucose checks 10:00 am - Site Council meeting 12:30 pm –Christmas party music w/Sharon Dewitt & Band (Virtual & in-person)
19 - 12:30 pm – Music Therapy by Michelle (Virtual & in-person)
24 – Closed for Christmas Eve!
25 – Closed Christmas Day. MERRY CHRISTMAS!
26 – Closed
31 – Closed New Year’s Eve
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During the holiday season, one can make the choice to either embrace the holiday spirit of kindness and giving or to say “bah humbug” and be what others call, “a Scrooge.” The greedy Ebenezer Scrooge and the kindhearted Bob Cratchit and Tiny Tim, all prove as life lessons during the holiday season. These lessons originated in the novella, “A Christmas Carol,” by Charles Dickens, and have been passed down from generation to generation. Dickens has been said by many to be one of the greatest writers of th e Victorian Era. In Addition to “A Christmas Carol,” Dickens is most well-known for his fiction novels, “Oliver Twist,” “A Tale of Two Cities,” “Great Expectations,” and more. Travel through time on a theatrical journey with The Ghost of Christmas Past, portrayed by historical presenter, Michelle Gibbons. The Ghost will awaken Charles Dickens to a lifetime of accomplishment, showing him all that was and all that could be. Dickens will learn of the bright and merry future he may have if he believes in the magic of the holiday season.
During the holiday season, one can make the choice to either embrace the holiday spirit of kindness and giving or to say “bah humbug” and be what others call, “a Scrooge.” The greedy Ebenezer Scrooge and the kindhearted Bob Cratchit and Tiny Tim, all prove as life lessons during the holiday season. These lessons originated in the novella, “A Christmas Carol,” by Charles Dickens, and have been passed down from generation to generation. Dickens has been said by many to be one of the greatest writers of the Victorian Era. In Addition to “A Christmas Carol,” Dickens is most well-known for his fiction novels, “Oliver Twist,” “A Tale of Two Cities,” “Great Expectations,” and more. Travel through time on a theatrical journey with The Ghost of Christmas Past, portrayed by historical presenter, Michelle Gibbons. The Ghost will awaken Charles Dickens to a lifetime of accomplishment, showing him all that was and all that could be. Dickens will learn of the bright and merry future he may have if he believes in the magic of the holiday season.
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COLE Farms – Donation of Pumpkins & Gourds to the Senior Center
COLE Farms – Donation of Pumpkins & Gourds to the Senior Center
In Memory of
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Grace Siegmann – Beverly Lapuh Marie Cioni –Larry & Linda Kline
Grace Siegmann – Beverly Lapuh Marie Cioni –Larry & Linda Kline
Brian Andrew Grant - Beverly Lapuh Janis Davito – Barb Pyszka
If PCCC were to offer meals on Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays, along with our normal Tuesdays and Thursdays, what days each week could you attend?
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Call or stop in and let us know.
If PCCC were to offer meals on Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays, along with our normal Tuesdays and Thursdays, what days each week could you attend? Call or stop in and let us know. PCCC would like to know!
Arlyn Balda – Marcia Vaskie
Brian Andrew Grant - Beverly Lapuh Janis Davito – Barb Pyszka
Arlyn Balda – Marcia Vaskie
Phillip Maggio – Lisa & Robert Resurreccion
Phillip Maggio – Lisa & Robert Resurreccion
Linda Marcacci - Robert Marcacci, Eric & Diana Bean, Randall & Lane Keller
Linda Marcacci-Robert Marcacci, Eric & Diana Bean, Randall & Lane Keller
Glenn Zellmer & Chuck Zellmer- Linda Zellmer, Karen & Jack Ossola, Cathy & Chuck Oliveri
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Varsity Tournament
BLUE POOL: Princeton 2-0, Putnam County 1-1, Henry-Senachwine 0-2
GRAY POOL: Hall 2-0, IVC 1-1, Stark County 0-2
WHITE POOL: Midland 2-0, Mendota 1-1, Lowpoint-Washburn 0-2
Monday
Hall 52, Midland 23 Mendota 52, Lowpoint-Washburn 13 Princeton 54, Henry 18
Tuesday
Midland 65, Mendota 38 Hall 51, IVC 41 Princeton 52, PC 21
Wednesday
Putnam County 23, Henry 21 IVC 30, Stark County 27 Midland 59, Lowpoint-Washburn 10
Medal round
GOLD POOL (1st place): 1. Midland 1-1, 2. Princeton 1-1, 3. Hall 1-1
SILVER POOL (4th place): 4. IVC 2-0, 5. PC 1-1, 6. Mendota 0-2
BRONZE POOL (7th place): 7. Stark County 2-0, 8. Henry 1-1, 9. Lowpoint-Washburn 0-2
Thursday
Henry 55, Lowpoint-Washburn 15 PC 47, Mendota 38
Midland 50, Princeton 47
Friday
Stark County 40, Lowpoint-Washburn 20 IVC 53, Mendota 28 Hall 48, Midland 40
Saturday
Stark County 38, Henry 33 IVC 39, Putnam County 21 Princeton 60, Hall 53 (OT)
All-tournament team: Charlie
Pellegrini (Hall), Ella Sterling (Hall), Keighley Davis (Princeton), Camryn Driscoll (Princeton), Kaitlyn Anderson (Henry), Maggie Spratt (PC), Riana Foster (IVC), Emma Franks (Midland), Jordyn Pyles (Midland), Anna McGlasson (Midland).
F/S Tournament
MENDOTA POOL: Princeton 2-0, Hall 1-1, Mendota 0-2
PC POOL: Kewanee 2-0, IVC 1-1, Putnam County 0-2
Monday
Princeton 32, Mendota 11 IVC 34, PC 27
Tuesday
Princeton 26, Hall 4 Kewanee 52, IVC 12
Wednesday
Kewanee 65, Putnam County 17 Hall 30, Mendota 8
Saturday
5th place - Mendota 32, Putnam County 20
3rd place - IVC 38, Hall 26
Championship - Princeton vs. Kewanee, canceled due to Kewanee having a lack of players
Putnam County opens the 2024-25 season in the Wally Keller Invitational at Wethersfield with games against Annawan, Bureau Valley, Brimfield, Stark County and Wethersfield. Here’s a season preview for the Panthers
Coach: Harold Fay (8th season, 94-116)
Last season’s record: 7-25, 2-7 Tri-County
Top returning players: Jadan Stoddard, sr.; Miles Main, sr.; Drew Carlson, sr.; AJ Furar, sr.; Daric Wiesbrock, sr. Top newcomers: Jonathon Stunkel, jr.; Juan Ramirez, jr.; Alan Castro, jr.; Braiden Bickerman, jr.; Traxton Mattingly, jr.; Braiden Zuniga, jr.; Jonathon Avila, jr. Worth noting: Stoddard and Main return after seeing significant time for the Panthers last season. Stoddard averaged six points and four rebounds last season, and Main contributed four points and five rebounds per game. Carlson, Furar and Wiesbrock came off the bench. A group of seven juniors will contribute. “A strength will be the ability to play deep into the bench,” Fay said. “Offensively, we will try to be patient and run time off to limit possessions. We hope to have a balanced scoring game and not rely on the same person.”
– Kevin Hieronymus
- Kevin Chlum
&
Scott Anderson
Hall head girls basketball coach TJ Orlandi reacts after Charlie Pellegrini sinks a 3-point basket against Princeton during the Princeton Holiday Girls Basketball Tournament on Saturday at Princeton High School.
Putnam County holds volleyball awards night
Here are the award winners from the Putnam County High School awards night for the 2024 volleyball season.
TOP LEFT: Putnam County’s Maggie Spratt (left) was recognized for being named Tri-County all-conference honorable mention while Myah Richardson received second-team all-conference recognition. TOP RIGHT: Sportsmanship award winners for the 2024 Putnam County volleyball season were (from left) Paige Tonioni (JV), Cassie Coleman (varsity) and Kennedy Holocker (freshmen). ABOVE: The varsity volleyball team is recognized at the 2024 Putnam County High School volleyball team awards night. LEFT: The JV volleyball team is recognized at the 2024 Putnam County High School volleyball team awards night. MIDDLE LEFT: The freshmen volleyball team is recognized at the 2024 Putnam County High School volleyball team awards night.
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Notice is given of the death of Keith A. Boggio, Jr., a resident of Hennepin, Illinois, who died on September 15, 2024, and that Letters of Office as Administrator were ordered to be issued on November 7, 2024 to Ashley L. Boggio, who may be contacted c/o her attorney as set forth below.
County Courthouse, 4th and Court Streets, Hennepin, IL 61327, or with the Repres entative 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 Repres entative c/o her attorney of record AND file with the Court proof of mailing or delivery of said copies
Dated: November 7, 2024
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PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT PUTNAM COUNTY, ILLINOIS
IN RE: The Estate of Keith A. Boggio, Jr., Deceased Case # 24 PR 11 NO TICE TO CREDIT ORS OF CLAIM DATE
Notice is given of the death of Keith A. Boggio, Jr., a resident of Hennepin, Illinois, who died on September 15, 2024, and that Letters of Office as Administrator were ordered to be issued on November 7, 2024 to Ashley L. Boggio, 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, IL 61327, or with the Repres entative 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 Repres entative c/o her attorney of record AND file with the Court proof of mailing or delivery of said copies
/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
ShoreLawAnd Mediation@gmail. com
(Published in Putnam County Record November 13, 20, 27, 2024) 2206032
The toll-free telephone numbe r for the he aring impaired is 800-927-9275
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, IL 61327, or with the Repres entative 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 Repres entative c/o her attorney of record AND file with the Court proof of mailing or delivery of said copies
Dated: November 7, 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 ShoreLawAnd Mediation@gmail. com
Dated: November 7, 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
ShoreLawAnd Mediation@gmail. com
(Published in Putnam County Record
November 13, 20, 27, 2024) 2206032
UNDER $25,000: Mark Ahlers, Crystal Baum , Dan Baum , John Davis, Donna Donna, Carol Koval, Chris Oliver, Bradyn Ringenberg, Steve Ringenberg, Dave Smith, Doug Sm ith Jonnelle Smith, Matt Smith, Peggy Smith, Andrew Tegg
OF ILLINOIS ) COUNTY OF PUTNAM ) SS VILLAGE OF MAGNOLIA ) CERTIFICATE
I, the undersigned, do hereby certify that I am the duly qualified and acting Clerk of the Village of Magnolia, Putnam County, Illinois, and, as such Clerk, I am the keeper of the records and files of the Corporate Authorities of the Village.
I do further certify that the attached and foregoing is a true and correct copy of the Annual Treasurer's Report for the fiscal year ending April 30, 2024.
The foregoing is available for public view at the Magnolia Village Hall, 112 1/2 N Chicago St, and will be published in the Putnam County Record.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF I have hereunto affixed my official signature and the corporate seal of the Village of Magnolia, Illinois.
Jonnelle Smith, Village Clerk
(Published in Putnam County Record November 27, 2024) 2207859
PAYMENTS TO PERSON, FIRM, OR CORPORATION OVER $2,500
AAA TREE SERVICE 6,080; ADAMS, JULIE A 3,059; ALL AMERICAN DISPOSAL 10,955; ALLIED SECURITY PROFESSIONALS 7,350; AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES 63,943; AMEREN ILLINOIS 32,245; AMERICAN CENTRAL INSURANCE SERVICES 30,245; ANTHEM SPORTS 2,964; APPLE INC 20,335; APPTEGY 7,000; BLICK ART MATERIALS 5,439; BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD OF ILLINOIS 1,117,305; BPB GEAR & WEAR INC LOCKER ROOM 34,227; BSN SPORTS 10,806; BURRIS EQUIPMENT 4,572; CADENCE CONSULTING 29,070; CDW GOVT INC 10,727; CENGAGE LEARNING INC/GALE 10,031; CHAPMAN’S MECHANICAL 73,249; CIONI FORD, AL 64,999; CITY OF LASALLE 5,825; COMMON GOALS SYSTEMS INC 22,036; CONCORD THEATRICALS CORP 3,226; COVER ONE 2,695; DE LAGE LANDEN PUBLIC FINANCE 16,908; DEARBORN LIFE INSURANCE 28,550; DELL MARKETING L.P. 66,828; DOCUSIGN INC LOCKBOX 4,747; DOUBLE Z TRUCKING INC EDMENTUM 5,321 31,850; EMS LINQ INC 12,739; ENGIE RESOURCES LLC 164,264; FICEK ELECTRIC & COMM 4,836; FRONTIER 8,004; FRONTLINE TECHNOLOGIES GROUP LLC 17,878; FULL CIRCLE INDUSTRIAL 12,823; GETZ FIRE EQUIPMENT CO 8,806; GORENZ AND ASSOCIATES LTD 21,130; GRAINCO FS INC 35,025; GRAPHIC ELECTRONICS 3,416; ; GREAT AMERICA FINANCIAL SERVICES 12,973; GUISTI ELECTRICLLC 2,820; HALL HIGHSCHOOL 19,791; HD SUPPLY/HOME DEPOT PRO 65,929; HEALY BENDER PATTON & BEEN 58,461; HENNEPIN FOOD MART 2,746; HENNEPIN WATER DISTRICT 5,100; HENRICKSEN 64,343; HIGH SCHOOL IMPREST 30,385; HOBART SERVICE
2,629; IDEAL ENVIORMENTAL 4,560; IL ASSOC OF SCHOOL BOARDS 15,435; IL PRINCIPALS ASSOCIATION 3,698; IL VALLEY FENCE & POOL INC 21,700; ILLINOIS VIRTUAL SCHOOLS & ACADEMY 19,200; IMPACT NETWORKING LLC 18,175; INDOFF INC 5,552; IVCC 5,959; IXL LEARNING 11,928; JB CONTRACTING CORP 950,650; JOHANNES BUS SERVICE INC 1,039,780; JOHNSON, LARRY 5,100; JRLX INC 145,692; KOHL WHOLESALE 201,738; KOOLMASTER CO INC 19,351; KS STATE BANK 6,640; LAKESHORE 6,106; LARSON & DARBY GROUP 24,059; LASALLE PERUAREA CAREER CENTER 59,625; LASALLE-PERU TW SHP HIGH SCHOOL 28,031; LEARNING A-X 2,644; LEASE 172,833; LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY 8,317; LIGHTED WAY ASSOCIATION 153,442; LIMINEX INC 7,820; MARK KARLOSKY CONSULTING 70,659; MARSEILLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL #150 45,639; MASTERCARD 60,691; MCGRAW-HILL SCHOOL EDUCATION 40,993; MCNABB TELEPHONE COMPANY 27,472; MCS ADVERTISING 10,992; MENARDS PERU; 15,108; MENTA ACADEMY LASALLE 3,106; MF ATHLETIC MFAC LLC 2,636; MICKEYS MASSIVE BURRITOS 3,897; MIDWEST TRANSIT EQUIPMENT INC 4,215; MUSIC SHOPPE INC 3,110; MYSTERY SCIENCE 5,180; NALCO COMPANY LLC 2,550; NATIONAL BUSINESS FURNITURE 23,658; NOTABLE INC 3,672; NWEA 11,490; OGLESBY PUBLIC SCHOOLS 65,868; ORKIN EXTERMINATING CO IN 5,500; OSF MEDICAL GROUP - OCC HEALTH 7,496; OTTAWA ELEM SCHOOL DISTRICT #141 36,586; PCCU (NEC) 32,707; PENSERV PLAN SERVICES INC 43,740; PERMA-BOUND 15,484; PITTSBURGH WATER COOLER SERVICE
3,013; PRAIRIE FARMS DAIRY INC 39,805; PRAIRIE STATE INSURANCE CO-OP 125,896; PRAIRIE STATE TRACTOR 7,997; PRAIRIECAT 5,851; PUT CO PCEA/IEA DUES 57,833; PUT CO SCHOOL (TRS HEALTH) 88,555; PUT CO SCHOOL (TRS) 507,522; PUT CO SCHOOLS (IMRF) 253,628; PUTNAM CO COMM UNIT (IL) 336,372; PUTNAM CO SD FIT 635,877; PUTNAM CO SD MEDICARE 145,472; PUTNAM COUNTY SD FICA 293,957; REGIONAL OFFICE OF EDUCATION R.O.E. #35 24,477; ; RENAISSANCE LEARNING 6,269; ROBBINS SCHWARTZ 43,328; ROCKING CHAIR READERS LLC 8,580; RUYLE MECHANICAL SERVICES INC 20,617; RYGEL ADVANCED DBA OM TECH LASER 4,610; SAFETYFILE LLC 5,899; SAM’S CLUB MC/ SYNCB 10,208; SAVVAS LERANING COMPANY LLC 97,172; SCHOLASTIC INC 3,758; SCHOOL PERCEPTIONS LLC 16,216; SCHOOL SPECIALTY LLC 26,091; SCHOOLINKS INC 6,600; SCREENCASTIFY LLC 3,886; SECONDS MATTER SAFETY SOLUTIONS LLC 14,560; SMITH’S SALES AND SERVICE 3,889; SPECIAL EDUCAITON SERVICES 36,798; SPROUT EDUCATIONAL SERVICES P.C. 52,640; STALKER SPORTS FLOORS 3,675; SYMMETRY ENERGY SOLUTIONS LLC 30,162; TCI 29,332; TIEMAN BUILDERS 6,350; TOEDTER OIL COMPANY 14,739; TROY SIMPLIFIED TECHNOLOGIES 14,365; TRS VOYA 8,062; TRS VOYA 12,240; USI EDUCATION AND GOVERNMENT SALES 3,442; VILLAGE OF GRANVILLE 88,007; VIRCO INC 6,779; VISTA LEARNING NFP 4,908; WALLACE GRADE SCHOOL 18,673; WASHINGTON NATIONAL INS CO 18,113; WEBSTAURANT STORE 5,768
ANNUAL STATEMENT OF AFFAIRS SUMMARY FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2024
Copies of the detailed Annual Statement of Affairs for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2024 will be available for public inspection in the school district/joint agreement administrative office by November 30, annually. Individuals wanting to review this form should contact: Lostant CUSD 425 315 W 3rd St Lostant, IL 61334 9021 815-368-3392 8:00 am to 4:00 pm School District/Joint Agreement Name Address Telephone Office Hours
Also by January 15, annually the detailed Annual Statement of Affairs for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2024, will be posted on the Illinois State Board of Education's website @ www.isbe.net. SUMMARY: The following is the Annual Statement of Affairs Summary that is required to be published by the school district/joint agreement for the past fiscal year. Statement of Operations as of June 30, 2024
Salary Range: $90,000 and over: Sandra Malahy; GROSS PAYMENT FOR NON-CERTIFIED PERSONNEL
Salary Range: Less Than $25,000: Sabrina Sedenko; Madison Brannon; Francine Creedon; Desiree Dinola; Sheri O’Brien;
Salary Range: $25,000 - $39,999: Joanne Gilkerson; Angela Hank; Krista Perry; Salary Range: $40,000 - $59,999: Jeremy Fox; Salary Range: $60,000 and over:
Friday, November 29th Only!!!!! (8a.m. till 4p.m.)
During the month of December receive a discount on 15 swim passes and 6 month memberships
$5 off any 15 swim pass • $10 off an individual 6 month membership
$15 off a family 6 month membership • Limit 1 pass per person Swim passes make great gifts for your favorite swimmers! We have gift certificates available.
Open House at the Hennepin Park District Swimming Pool will be Monday- Thursday, December 9th-12th
Homemade cookies, coffee and hot chocolate will be served TO YOU. FREE TO ALL!!!
Sign up to win a free 6 month membership, 15 swim pass or kid’s birthday party special and goggles during our open house. MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM THE HENNEPIN PARK DISTRICT! Call 815-925-7319, email at hennepinparkdistrict@mchsi.com or visit our web site at www.hennepinparkdistrict.com for more info.
