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Trace Adkins to headline annual country concert Aug. 21 in Princeton

Brushville to perform as special guest

Country music star Trace Adkins is coming to Princeton in August.

Adkins has been booked to perform in the annual country concert at the Bureau County Fairgrounds. He will be joined by Brushville.

The concert featuring Trace Adkins with special guest Brushville will be at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 21, at the Bureau County Fair in Princeton. Online ticket sales begin at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 14. All tickets will be sold online at www.bureaucountyfair.com. The 170th Bureau County Fair will be Aug. 20-24.

In Adkins’ storied career in country music, he has sold more than 11 million albums, charted 40 singles on Billboard’s Country Airplay Chart, earned numerous awards, multiple Grammy

nominations and garnered more than 2 billion streams.

A Grand Ole Opry member for two decades, the Louisiana native is known for his dynamic baritone, fiery live performance and roles as an actor in film and TV. Since his 1996 breakout debut “Dreamin’ Out Loud,” he delivered smashes, such as “Every Light In The House,” which hit Top 5 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart and No. 1 “This Ain’t (No Thinkin’ Thing).”

Adkins has pioneered a mix of classic country minded traditionalism and adventurous, good-natured showmanship, breaking open new avenues in modern country through fun-filled hits like “Honky Tonk Badonkadonk” and “Hillbilly Bone” with Blake Shelton.

Celebrating the 25th anniversary of his debut with 2021’s release “The Way I Wanna Go” (Verge Records), the 25-song album has been applauded by Billboard as “a creative tour de force that serves up the lyrical and stylistic diversity that would make his hero [Ronnie] Milsap proud,” with Rolling Stone calling it “lighthearted club-ready fun…,” and People praising it as “packed to the hilt with hits.” From traditional balladry to clever country party anthems, the Mickey Jack Cones and Derek George

produced project features special guests Blake Shelton, Luke Bryan, Melissa Etheridge, Pitbull, Snoop Dogg, Stevie Wonder on harmonica and more. Adkins is on tour playing headline shows spanning coast to coast throughout the year.

Visit www.traceadkins.com to learn more.

Brushville to perform as guest

Bloomington-Normal may not be the first place you imagine when you think of upbeat, rockin’ country music. Think again.

Brushville brings down the house with sold-out shows all across the country. This four-piece is in your face while showcasing their passion and talent. CMT called Brushville “explosive.” When thinking of their music, the network said, “think matches and gasoline” Brushville includes bass guitarist Marc Broomby, drummer Derek Spring, lead guitarist/fiddle player Kirk Ellis and rhythm guitarist/lead vocalist Dustin Reynolds. Their four-part harmony and tight musicianship add to the aesthetic of the heartfelt songs. Even though they are known for their live

Trace Adkins
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A beach ball is thrown into the crowd July 14, 2022, during a Brushville concert at the Marshall-Putnam Fair in Henry.

President’s gesture ‘spoke of hope’

IVCC arranges graduation for student amid champions’ health struggle

While most guys his age are nailing down job references or securing endorsements for college applications, Jonathan Hammond is asking for access to a drug that could save his life.

The 29-year-old from Peru is circulating an online petition in support of his quest for Imlifidase, a drug that would suppress an overreactive immune system so his body could accept a new kidney. Without the drug, the chances of finding an organ that his body will not reject are slim, leaving him dependent on dialysis treatment.

Not long ago, Hammond was working full time, but his health declined this past year and he stopped working. He tires easily, so he does not enjoy activities such as cooking or playing piano like he used to.

“The simple stuff – getting up and making a small breakfast – takes a lot out of me,” he said.

His health shattered his plans to graduate with his Illinois Valley Community College class this past spring. But what hurt more than being over-

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come by illness and withdrawing from the ceremony minutes before it started

was that he felt like he broke a promise to IVCC President Tracy Morris.

“I did not want you to think I didn’t fulfill my end of the bargain,” he would apologize in an email to her later.

Hammond met Morris at her investiture, and after the ceremony, she invited him into one of her famous selfies.

“Let’s take one now and another on graduation day,” she said.

He remembers the impact her speech and personality had on him that day.

“I felt so much hope and inspiration,” he said.

After the graduation day plan fell through, and when Hammond was feeling better, Morris arranged a mini graduation ceremony for him. They posed for another selfie, she in her regalia and he in his cap and gown. Hammond still chokes up thinking of the gesture.

“My mom and my friends got to come,” he said. “That little interaction spoke of hope.”

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Photo provided by Peggy Schneider
A chronic illness threatened to derail Jonathan Hammond’s graduation hopes, but encouragement and support from Illinois Valley Community College faculty and staff propelled him to his academic goal. Recently, a thoughtful gesture from President Tracy Morris (pictured, with Hammond) particularly inspired hope and optimism as they celebrated his accomplishment.

Veterans honored at Pearl Harbor remembrance ceremony in Peru

Veteran Gary Bruno salutes the flyover Saturday during the annual Pearl Harbor parade and memorial service in Peru. This year marks the 83rd anniversary of the Dec. 7, 1941, attack on Pearl Harbor.

BELOW: Veterans march underneath a giant American Flag during the annual Pearl Harbor parade and memorial service Saturday in Peru. ON THE COVER: Christa Hammers, superintendent of the La Salle County Vetarans Assistant Commission, tosses a memorial bouquet into the Illinois River as veteran Phil Valle escorts her to the water Saturday during the annual Pearl Harbor parade and memorial service in Peru. Photoscontinuedonpage5.

A crowd gathered on the banks of the Illinois River Saturday morning for a memorial service in Peru to honor the lives lost and survivors during the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941.

Following a parade along River Road, the ceremony began with a flag-raising by the Illinois Valley Honor Guard, followed by a performance from the Peru Municipal Band.

Dennis Znaniecki, commander of both the Peru Veterans Memorial Group and American Legion, led the event at the Peru River Rescue Station, continuing a tradition he has upheld for nearly two decades.

After taking the podium first, Znaniecki said how he made a promise to his late friend, Hank Ellerbrock, a Pearl Harbor survivor, to carry on Peru’s annual observance of the attack, with this year’s event marking the 83rd anniversary.

“We always said, ‘Remember what happened, or it’s going to happen again,’” Znaniecki said. “It’s essential that we do this to keep this memory alive, especially for the future generations.”

Znaniecki also paid tribute to Jerry Welch, a former American Legion commander who passed away earlier this year.

“Jerry’s talent for craftsmanship and dedication to this community will be sorely missed,” Znaniecki said.

Krista Hammers, La Salle County Veterans Assistance Commission superintendent and former U.S. Air Force veteran, delivered the keynote address.

Hammers honored the service and sacrifices of the many who fought during and after Pearl Harbor, including the contributions of the Women Airforce Service Pilots.

“One of my personal heroes, Cornelia Fort, witnessed the attack from the skies that day,” Hammers said. “She safely landed her plane and later became a member of the WASP program, proving that heroism and dedication to this country comes in all forms.”

Hammers emphasized the ongoing struggles of female veterans, noting many women who served during World War II were not recognized for their contributions until decades later.

“Their sacrifice was for a cause, not for conquest, but for a world that would be saved for future generations,” she said.

After the speakers had their time, there was a roll call for Pearl Harbor survivors and veterans, with attendees getting the opportunity to share stories of loved ones who had served at Pearl Harbor or other battles in history.

The event concluded with a rifle salute, the laying of a wreath in honor of those who gave their lives in service and a flyover by World War II-era planes in a missing man formation.

For Znaniecki, the ceremony was a reminder of the importance of preserving the legacy of past wars and ensuring that future generations understand the sacrifices made for the freedoms they enjoy today.

“We’re here today to remember not just the date, but the people – those who served and sacrificed for our country.”

Photos by Scott Anderson

McNabb blood drive set in memory of Brian Johnson

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The Putnam County Methodist Churches will host from 1 to 6

p.m. Monday, Dec. 16, a community blood drive at the McNabb Fire Department, Goldasich Hall, 391 N. Route 89 in McNabb. All are welcome to donate.

The drive is dedicated in memory of Brian Johnson, a McNabb resident who died in 2020. The Johnson family hopes others will join in honoring his memory by

donating this holiday season. Donors will receive a long-sleeve shirt. Register and take advantage of RapidPass online at redcross.org/rapidpass. Brian Johnson

Granville man dies in Interstate 39 crash

A motorist died from injuries suffered in a single-vehicle crash at 1 a.m. Wednesday on Interstate 39 about 2 miles south of the Route 18 Streator and Henry exit.

Marshall County Coroner Dave Lenz identified the driver as 37-yearold Matthew Persich of Granville, although Lenz said Persich also recently has been listed as a resident of Peru.

The southbound vehicle entered the median at mile marker 39 at

Monuments

Sandy Creek. Lenz said a passenger of the vehicle was flown from the scene by a medical helicopter, but he had no information on the victim’s identity or condition.

A request for additional information from Illinois State Police is pending.

OBITUARIES

Eileen D. McKenna, 74, of Hennepin, passed on November 27, 2024.

Arrangements entrusted to Garland Funeral Home, Walnut. Per her wishes, there will be no formal services. Cremation has taken place

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Hennepin library to host Harry Potter themed party

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Harry Potter fans should mark their calendars.

The Hennepin Public Library is hosting a Harry Potter Holiday Party on Friday, Dec. 20. Ages 12 and younger are scheduled at 3 p.m. and

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Chief Senachwine NSDAR to host Christmas party Dec. 13

The Chief Senachwine Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution will host its Christmas party and potluck luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 13, at the Lake Thunderbird Clubhouse.

Members are requested to bring a dish to pass and serving utensil and also a wrapped inexpensive Christmas item for exchange. Members will sign cards for veterans at the veterans home.

Free film screening: George Balanchine’s ‘The Nutcracker’ coming to Granville library

The Putnam County Public Library will host a free film screening of George Balanchine’s “The Nutcracker,” performed 5 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17, by the New York City Ballet at the Granville branch, 214 S. McCoy St.

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.

13 and older are set for 6:30 p.m.

The library will have bingo, crafts, door prizes, a photo scene and a Harry Potter movie.

The 12 and younger crowd will be viewing “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone,” and the 13 and older group will view “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.”

The Chief Senachwine Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution will host its Christmas party and potluck luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 13, at the Lake Thunderbird Clubhouse.

George Balanchine’s “The Nutcracker,” based on the 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. Refreshments will be served. The film runs for 100 minutes and is geared to adults and youth ages 8 and older. This program is free and open to the public. For more information, call the Granville library at 815-339-2038.

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The Hennepin Public Library is hosting a Harry Potter Holiday Party on Friday, Dec. 20.
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• BRUSHVILLE

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performance, their first album in 2014 made waves in the industry. One week after release, the self-titled album “Brushville” rose to No. 1 on the Billboard Heatseeker chart and No. 22 on the iTunes Top Country Albums chart. Vince Hoffard of

• HAMMOND

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Now, Morris has reached out to friends, strangers and college employees to help by signing a change.org petition urging the Food and Drug Administration to consider making the Imlifidase supply available for individuals like Hammond who have this as their only option. Hammond said his doctors back the effort so he can become eligible for a transplant and receive an organ that has a chance to survive. Such pleas to bypass the FDA’s lengthy trial process usually come after all other options have been exhausted.

the Southern called them, “one of the best new bands in the industry.” The album was produced by multiple Grammy-winning, platinum producer Kyle Lehning. Lehning is credited with producing for legendary Randy Travis and Dan Seals. “Baby’s Got Her Boots On,” the first single of the album was co-written by Tyler Farr. Nashville songwriting veterans Rhett Akins and Ben

In the few weeks it has been posted, his petition has more than 400 signatures, some from as far away as Sweden.

“I see that people want to help see this go through, not just for me but for thousands in similar situations,” Hammond said.

Hammond said Morris’ championship reflects how the college gave him strength to move forward when his life was overwhelming. At IVCC, Hammond found “a more inclusive and supportive environment than I have felt anywhere before, and that gave me the tools to thrive academically, even when my health struggles made things impossible.”

The short commute to IVCC’s campus fit into a day with 12-hour

Hayslip co-wrote the second single, “Dangerous.” They are known for songs by Blake Shelton and Jason Aldean.

In March 2018, “Girl in a Trucker Hat” single was released to excited crowds and national radio play. That summer, Brushville released their second album, “Taking You Higher” to rave reviews from critics and audiences. Recorded at Eclipse

dialysis treatments and a job. College got him out of the house “and made me feel normal – like a real boy,” he quotes from “Pinocchio.”

Being housebound now has put his university studies on hold.

“I cannot reach my academic potential at this point, but IVCC has me halfway there,” Hammond said.

E. coli food poisoning contracted when he was in preschool triggered the autoimmune disease that caused his kidneys to fail and introduced him to dialysis and organ transplant lists. A photograph taken around that time shows a laughing curly-haired Hammond and his twin sister Taler dancing and tooting plastic music instruments while he is tethered to a dial-

Studio in Bloomington with Grammy-nominated producer Erik Nelson, “Taking You Higher” is a blend of modern country and good old-fashioned rock ‘n’ roll. The album keeps the upbeat rockin’ country sound that made the band electric from the beginning. For information, visit brushville.com.

ysis machine.

“It was hard growing up with a chronic illness, but I did not know any different,” he said. “I went through my own ‘angry teenager’ period. I missed out on a lot, and I had to grow up fast.”

Unlike his healthy sister, he often missed school and spent weeks in a hospital.

To the world, “I would hide my bad days and avoid talking about the bad parts because I wanted to be someone who happened to have kidney disease, not be defined by it. I wanted to be known for other great things, like being a great piano player or being smart or kind or crafty.”

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HEALTH MATTERS

What to know about seasonal affective disorder (SAD)

There’s much to look forward to when winter begins. Outdoor enthusiasts may relish a return to the slopes to ski or snowboard each winter, while others praise the crisp fresh air and lack of insects as more conducive to activities like hiking.

Winter indeed has plenty to offer, but some people find that less daylight has an adverse effect on their mood.

The National Institutes of Mental Health notes that shifts in mood and behavior that align with changes in the seasons could be indicative of seasonal affective disorder, also known as SAD.

WHAT IS SAD?

Johns Hopkins Medicine characterizes SAD as a form of depression in which individuals’ mood and behavior changes when the seasons change.

The NIMH notes SAD is sometimes referred to as the “winter blues.”

IS SAD EXCLUSIVE TO WINTER?

Though SAD can affect people at any time of year, the NIMH reports that most cases of SAD start to affect people in late fall or early winter before symptoms begin to subside during the spring and summer. Johns Hopkins Medicine notes researchers believe the shorter days and thus fewer hours of

daylight that occur each winter set off a chemical change in the brain that leads to a person experiencing symptoms of depression.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF SAD?

The NIMH points out that, since SAD is a type of depression, symptoms of the condition include those associated with depression. Such symptoms include:

• A persistent sad, anxious or “empty” mood most of the day. This occurs every day for at least two weeks.

• Feelings of hopelessness or pessimism

• Feelings of irritability, frustration or restlessness

• Feelings of guilt, worthlessness or helplessness

• Loss of interest or pleasure in hobbies and activities

• Loss of energy or feelings of fatigue. Some also feel as if they have slowed down.

• Difficulty concentrating, remembering or making decisions

• Changes in sleep or appetite or unplanned weight changes

• Physical aches or pains, headaches, cramps, or digestive problems that have no explanation and do not subside even after treatment

• Suicidal thoughts or attempts or

thoughts about death

It’s important to note that the above are symptoms of depression that people with SAD may experience. Additional symptoms of winter-pattern SAD include:

• Hypersomnia, or oversleeping

• Overeating that leads to weight gain. The NIMH notes people with SAD may have a particular craving for carbohydrates.

• Social withdrawal

HOW IS SAD TREATED?

People who suspect they have SAD are urged to speak with their physicians. Various treatments, including

light therapy, psychotherapy or antidepressant medications, can help to treat SAD. Individuals may also be prescribed vitamin D supplements.

CAN I PREVENT SAD?

The NIMH notes that since SAD is tied to seasonal changes, people can take steps in an effort to prevent it. Starting treatments prior to a change in seasons may help.

Many people experience difficulty when fall transitions to winter, and such troubles may be attributable to SAD. More information about SAD is available at www.nimh.nih.gov.

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HEALTH MATTERS

Why handwashing is so important and

Winter is historically marked by an increase in people getting sick. That’s because certain conditions common to winter can make it easier for infectious agents to spread. Handwashing becomes even more essential as winter rears its chilly head. Northwestern Medicine says the body is not as effective at fighting a virus when cold air enters the nose and upper airways. That means the flu, common cold and even COVID-19 can spread more easily in the winter. Also, people tend to huddle indoors where it is warm when the mercury outside drops. That puts people in closer contact with others who may be harboring these vi ruses or other infectious diseases in their bodies. Individuals often get less exposure to sunlight during the winter, which can adversely affect their natural production of vitamin D. Low levels of vitamin D have been linked to a weakened immune sys tem, which can make fighting illnesses more difficult.

tion to the viruses mentioned above, people can become ill from exposure to even small amounts of feces from people or animals, which can contain Salmonella, E. coli and norovirus. It also may spread some respiratory infections like adenovirus and handfoot-mouth disease. These germs can get onto hands after people use the toilet or change a diaper, but also after handling raw meats that have minute amounts of animal feces on them.

The Cleveland Clinic advises that a person can prevent one in three illnesses that cause diarrhea and one in five respiratory infections simply by keeping hands clean. Germs from unwashed hands can be transferred to objects like tabletops, door handles and even foods and beverages, which underscores the significance of handwashing.

The best way to wash hands involves some easy steps.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says handwashing is an important step in staying healthy all year long, and especially during the winter when conditions are ripe for the spread of disease. Many diseases and conditions are spread by not washing hands with soap and clean running water. The CDC says that, in addi-

1. You should wash your hands frequently, and especially after using the toilet; changing diapers; before, during and after preparing food; before eating; before touching your nose, eyes or mouth (including handling dentures or orthodontic aligners); after sneezing, coughing or blowing your nose; and when you arrive home from shopping or being in high-traffic public areas.

2. Wet your hands with clean, running water and use soap if it is available. Any soap will do. Antibacterial products are not essential.

3. Lather up for about 20 seconds, says Nemours KidsHealth, and make sure to get in between fingers, on the back of hands and under the nails where germs like to linger. Don’t forget to also wash the wrists.

4. If possible, remove rings and

watches before washing hands, or try to at least move the rings to wash under them.

5. Rinse hands well under running water to remove all traces of soap.

6. Dry hands using a clean towel or air dry them. It is best to use paper towels or a single-use cloth towel.

7. Use a clean paper towel to turn off the faucet and open the door in public restrooms. People at home should routinely wipe down faucets and handles with cleansing products to remove germs from these high-touch points. Frequent laundering of towels also can be effective. TF24C520

AREA ROUNDUP

Panthers drop opener at Colmone Classic

Mendota 65, Putnam County 30: The Panthers dropped their first game in the 50th annual Colmone Classic at Hall High School on Saturday, Dec. 7.

Freshman Cole Tillman (19) and junior Dean Doyle (15) combined for 34 points as the Trojans (4-0) rolled to an opening-night victory. They led 48-17 at the half.

For PC (1-6), Jaden Stoddard had six points and Traxton Mattingly added five.

The Panthers played Rock Falls in their final pool game on Monday.

Girls basketball

Midland 36, Putnam County 26: Addy Leatherman scored 11 points as the Panthers lost a Tri-County Conference game in Granville on Monday, Dec. 3.

Maggie Spratt had eight points for PC and Eme Bouxsein added seven points.

Roanoke-Benson 50, Putnam County 28: The Lady Panthers lost to the Rockets in a Tri-County game in Granville on Thursday, Dec. 5.

TODAY IN SPORTS HISTORY

1971: The Los Angeles Lakers set an NBA record with 21 straight wins by beating the Atlanta Hawks 104-95. The streak, which grew to 33, remains unsurpassed.

BOYS BASKETBALL: COLMONE CLASSIC UPDATE

Monday and Tuesday games are not included in team standings

TEAMS

Red Pool: Hall 1-0, Eureka 0-0, St. Bede 0-1

White Pool: Princeton 1-0, Fieldcrest 0-0, Bureau Valley 0-1

Black Pool: Mendota 1-0, Rock Falls 0-0, Putnam County 0-1

Gray Pool: L-P 1-0, Kewanee 0-0, IVC 0-1

SCHEDULE

Saturday, Dec. 7

Game 1 - Mendota 65, Putnam County 30

Game 2 - L-P 53, IVC 47

Game 3 - Princeton 56, Bureau Valley 39

Game 4 - Hall 59, St. Bede 49

Monday, Dec. 9

Game 5 - Fieldcrest vs. Bureau Valley, 5 p.m.

Game 6 - Eureka vs. St. Bede, 6:30 p.m.

Game 7 - Rock Falls vs. Putnam County, 8 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 10

Game 8 - IVC vs. Kewanee, 5 p.m.

Game 9 - Princeton vs. Fieldcrest, 6:30 p.m.

Game 10 - Eureka vs. Hall, 8 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 11

Game 11 - Mendota vs. Rock Falls, 5:30 p.m.

Game 12 - Kewanee vs. L-P, 7 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 12

Game 13 - Black 3 vs. Gray 3, 5 p.m.

Game 14 - Red 3 vs. White 3, 6:30 p.m.

Game 15 - Black 2 vs. Gray 2, 8 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 13

Game 16 - Red 2 vs. White 2, 5 p.m.

Game 17 - Black 1 vs. Gray 1, 6:30 p.m.

Game 18 - Red 1 vs. White 1, 8 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 14

11th place - Losers 13-14, noon

9th place - Winners 13-14, 1:30 p.m.

7th place - Losers 15-16, 3 p.m.

5th place - Winners 15-16, 4:30 p.m.

3rd place - Losers 17-18, 6 p.m.

1st place - Winners 17-18, 7:30 p.m.

JV TOURNAMENT

RED POOL: St. Bede 1-1, Hall 1-1, Eureka 1-1

WHITE POOL: Fieldcrest 2-0, Bureau Valley 1-1, Princeton 0-2

BLACK POOL: Mendota 2-0, Rock Falls 1-1, Putnam County 0-2

GRAY POOL: Kewanee 1-0, L-P 1-1, IVC 0-1

Saturday, Dec. 7

St. Bede 43, Hall 40

Fieldcrest 47, Bureau Valley 33 Hall 51, Eureka 45 Bureau Valley 63, Princeton 53

Mendota 49, Putnam County 35 Rock Falls 60, Putnam County 34 Mendota 40, Rock Falls 36 Eureka 62, St. Bede 52 Fieldcrest 50, Princeton 44

Kewanee 46, L-P 45

L-P 52, IVC 41

Kewanee vs. IVC

Thursday, Dec. 12 (auxiliary gym)

Game 13 - Black 3 vs. Gray 3, 5 p.m.

Game 14 - Red 3 vs. White 3, 6:30 p.m.

Game 15 - Red 2 vs. White 2, 8 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 13 (auxiliary gym)

Game 16 - Black 2 vs. Gray 2, 5 p.m.

Game 17 - Black 1 vs. Gray 1, 6:30 p.m. Game 18 - Red 1 vs. White 1, 8 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 14 (main gym)

Championship - Winners 17-18, 10:30 a.m.

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The Putnam County fifth grade boys played in the Joe Kudrick Tournament over the weekend at Streator St. Michael’s. They finished with a 23-7 win over Oglesby Holy Family. Team members include (front row, from left) Preston Goetz, Macoy Biagini and Gunner Perino; and (back row) Adaan Delgado, Blake Richardson, Jack Vice and Jaxon Parcher. Not pictured are TJ Kramarsic and Jaxon Zuniga.
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Noah LaPorte of Princeton attempts a layup through Bureau Valley defenders Saturday during the Colmone Classic at Hall High School.

BEARS 3 AND OUT

The Bears didn’t get any bump from interim head coach Thomas Brown on Sunday as they lost their seventh straight game, this time a 38-13 blowout to the San Francisco 49ers in Santa Clara, Calif. Here’s what you need to know.

Three moments that mattered

1

Blown momentum: The Bears seemed like they grabbed some momentum in the second half, but whatever momentum they had disappeared on a costly turnover. Rookie quarterback Caleb Williams fumbled during the team’s second drive of the half, his first since Week 7 against the Commanders. The 49ers scored on their next drive, taking a 31-6 lead when Isaac Guerendo rushed in for a 4-yard TD run at the start of the fourth quarter.

2

Getting on board: After a disastrous first half where nothing worked, the Bears offense got on scoreboard with its opening drive of the second half. The Bears had a well-balanced drive and used 16 plays to go 70 yards down the field. The offense broke up the shutout when Williams completed a 4-yard pass to the corner of the end zone, where rookie wide receiver Rome Odunze adjusted mid-catch to make sure he was in-bounds.

3

Setting the tone: The 49ers left little doubt that Sunday would be a long day for the Bears after a dominant opening drive. They only needed five plays to drive 70 yards, with quarterback Brock Purdy completing all five of his pass attempts. Purdy completed two plays for more than 20 yards and got his team on the scoreboard when he completed a 7-yard pass to Jauan Jennings with 12:25 left in the first quarter.

Three things that worked

1

Rookie connection: The Bears’ top-two draft selections from this April’s draft continued to build their bond Sunday. Williams found Odunze for the team’s first touchdown in the second half and then connected with his fellow rookie again in the fourth quarter on a 14-yard touchdown pass with 11:48 left in the game. Odunze caught four passes for 42 yards.

2

Keeping the streak alive: Sunday was a tough day for the Bears defense, but the unit did create at least one turnover for a sixth straight game. Safety Jonathan Owens intercepted his second career pass when he picked off Purdy late in the game. The Bears have now forced at least one turnover in all but one game this season.

3

What a boot: Rookie punter Tory Taylor had his number called plenty Sunday and came through for the Bears. Taylor punted six times and averaged 49 yards per punt, with three punts for 58 yards or more. He entered the game averaging 48.3 yards per punt, which was 13th-best average in the NFL.

Three things that didn’t

1

Brutal start: The Bears put together some of the worst first half numbers of the season. The offense ran 17 plays in the first half and gained 4 yards, picking up one first down. Running back D’Andre Swift had 7 rushing yards while Williams threw for -3 yards. The unit went 0 for 5 on third down and averaged .2 yards per play.

2

Giving up explosive plays: Despite the change in defensive play caller with defensive coordinator Eric Washington taking over for former head coach Matt Eberflus, the Bears continued its struggles of allowing explosive plays. The 49ers averaged 7.4 yards per play, with tight end George Kittle making plenty of big-yard plays. He caught five passes for 15 yards or more and finished with 151 receiving yards.

3 Protecting Williams: Some of the offensive struggles in the first half was a result of the Bears failing to protect Williams. The 49ers sacked Williams seven times, including five times on third down. The Bears allowed the second-most sacks this season heading into Sunday’s game and Willams has now been sacked 56 times.

What’s next?

The Bears travel to Minneapolis to play the Vikings in front of a national audience Monday, Dec. 16. –MichalDwojak–mdwojak@shawmedia.com

San Francisco 49ers defensive end Leonard Floyd sacks Bears quarterback Caleb Williams during the first half of Sunday’s game in Santa Clara, Calif.

49ers 38, Bears 13

Chicago 0 0 6 7 – 13

San

Sacked-Yards Lost 7-46 1-4

Punts 6-52.667 2-46.0

Fumbles-Lost 1-1 0-0

Penalties-Yards 2-30 7-31

Time of Possession

Bears

HOW THEY SCORED

First Quarter

SF–Jennings 7 pass from Purdy (Moody kick), 12:20. SF–Guerendo 1 run (Moody kick), 1:39. Second Quarter

SF–Jennings 16 pass from Purdy (Moody kick), 7:41. SF–FG Moody 23, 1:50. Third Quarter Chi–Odunze 4 pass from Ca.Williams (pass failed), 5:56. Fourth Quarter

SF–Guerendo 4 run (Moody kick), 14:57. Chi–Odunze 14 pass from Ca.Williams (Santos kick), 11:48.

SF–P.Taylor 3 run (Moody kick), 5:15. A–71,662

INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS

Rome Odunze
Tory Taylor
Eric Washington

FARM EQUIPMENT AUCTION

Wyanet, IL 61379

Saturday, December 28, 2024 @ 10:00 AM

TRACTORS: *2018 John Deere 8320R, #1RW8320RPJS132397, 1943 hrs, 5 hyd remotes, 85 gpm hyd. Pump, E23 transmission, 3 pt quick hitch, 480/80R50 rears w/axle duals, 350/80R38 fronts w/duals; *2008 John Deere 9530 , 4WD, #RW9530P004354, 3267 hrs., 4 remotes, bareback, 18 speed power shift, 4 inner wheel wts., 20 suitcase wts.;

COMBINE AN D HEAD S: *2013 John Deere S660 , #1H0S660KD0755373, 1871/2768 hrs., 480/80R42 duals, power extension, chopper, Very well maintained; *2014 John Deere 608C, #1H0 0608C EEX 76555 2, single point hook-up, knife rolls, header height, hyd. Decks, re-built in 2022; *2014 John Deere 630F HydraFlex, #1H00630FTE00765425, poly skid, fore and aft, 3” cut, 30'; *Unverferth HT25 Head Cart, 20.5X8-10 tires; *Unverferth HT30 Head Cart, 20.5X12 tires;

PLANTER: *2021 John Deere 1795 MaxEmerge 5, #1A01795CALA790310, 3503.7 Acres; R Series attaching components, CCS, 2 pt hitch, single row shut off, coulters on 31 rows, markers, 31 bean disks, 16 corn disks;

GU IDANCE: *John Deere 2630 Green Star III monitor; *John Deere Star Fire 6000 globe; *John Deere Star Fire 3000 globe;

EQUIPMENT: *2008 Kinze 1050 Harvest Commander Sof-Tred Grain Cart, #506735, 1250/4532 (very good cond ition), hyd. Spout, roll tarp, 1300 acres on upright unload auger, updated knuckle; *2013 John Deere 2210 Field Cult ivator, 45', 5 bar spike harrow, JD rear hitch and hydraulics; *2004 Bestway Field Pro III Sprayer, hydraulic pump, 60' boom, 3 section shut off, inductor, 320/85R38, Raven monitor, Outback 360 Guidance; *ABU triple axle trailer w/1000 gal. SS tank, 16', Hond a pump w/nurse hoses; *Farm King 1050 swing aw ay auger, 540 pto; *Thunder Creek EV500 fuel trailer, tandem axle, self contained, Like New; *Easi Load 4 box inline seed tender, tandem axle; *2010 Elite 25' gooseneck, #1E9BF2523BS230040, tandem duals, 10K axles; *Front ier root grapple , #1XFAV2 0GTK 0002054, Global Euro quick tach; *JD MX8 rear mt mower, #W00MX8C03216, 540 pto; *JD 400 rotary hoe, 20', end transport;

GRAIN TRUCK: *1978 GMC 6500, #T CE668V61 5223, 50,054 mi., 427 cu Inch engine w/5+2 trans., Midwest Box 14', roll tarp, twin hoist;

Auct ioneer's Note: Very nice line of equipment with extensive maintenance history Preview available by appointment or the week prior to the auction at Rediger Auction's facility

Se ll er: Ronni e Oberle 815 -866-5858 For online bi ddin g

FARM EQUIPMENT AUCTION

Having decided to retire from farming, the following farm equipment will be offered by LIVE and Online Public Auction located at 642 Ea sy Rd, Ohio, IL 61349

Saturday, January 11, 2025 @ 10:00 AM

Online starts at 12 Noon

Preview: Saturday , January 4th 9 AM - 2 PM

TRACTORS:

*2014 Case IH 290 Magnum, #ZDRD08693, 2084 hrs, Pro 700 monitor & modem, HID ligh ts, BTK 380/85R34 duals, BTK 480/80R34 front duals, 4 remotes, 1000 pto, 3pt w/ qhitch, 18 front weights, fenders, has ow ned since 300 hrs

*2016 Case IH 250 Magnum, #ZGRF01713, 2292 hrs, Pro 700 Monitor w/ WAS & 272 globe, HID lights, BTK 380/85R34 duals, BTK 48 0/80R34 fronts, 4 remotes, large 1000 pto, 3pt w/ qhitch, 6 front wei ghts, fenders, has ow ned since 300 hrs

*2000 Case IH MX120 , FWA, #JJA0098131, 5694 hrs, 5.9 Cummins, powershift trans, 3 remotes, 540/small 10 00 pto, CIH EZ Guide 500 w/ EZ Steer, BKT 380/90R46 rears, 380/85R30 fronts

*1963 John Deere 4010, #48727, 6990 hrs, 1 remote, dual pto, Rops w/ canopy, Goodyear 18.434 rears, Firestone 7.5L-15 fronts

*1967 Minneapolis Moline M602 LP , #26601897, shows 1875 hrs, 3pt, 1 remote, 540 pto, 3 front wei ghts, 15.5-38 rears

*1954 Oliver Supe r 55, Gas, Wagner Hyd Loader, 13.6-28 rears, runs goo d

COMBINE, HEADS and SUPPORT E QUIPMENT:

*2018 Case IH 6140 Axial Flow , #YJG015850, 131 1/1000 Hrs, Pro 700 monitor w/ modem, 372 globe, sing le point ho okup, 900/60R3 2 drives, 600/65R28 steers, 1 owner

*2019 Drag o GT 8-30 , #001801296, Head Sight Tru Sight, Roll-o-Cones on end snouts, knife rolls, single point, 1 owner

*2020 MacDon FD130 Flex Draper , #374879-20, single point, 1 ow ner

*EZ Trail 880 30 ' head cart

*(2) 201 8 J&M 750 Auger Carts, #1803487 & #180 3484, 1000 pto, adjustable spou t, tarp, 800/60R32 tires, like new

*2013 J&M 760 Wagon, #1205406, 4 wheel brakes, fenders, 445/65R22.5 tires, tarp

*2020 Bran dt 1070-HP sw ing away auger, hyd swing away lift

*2022 AGI Westfield MKX 10-63 sw ing away auger

SEMI an d TRAILER:

*1997 Mack CH61B day cab, 50 1,292 miles (will be about 6k more by auction) 400 HP E7-400, all new tires, Eaton 10 spd, wet kit, new batteries, Mack overhaul 75,000 miles ago

*2008 Wilson Pacesetter DWH-500 ho pper bottom, #1W1MAFYAX9A252298, 41', 66” sides, elec tarp, air ride, aluminum outers, 11R 22.5 tires

PLANTER:

*2010 Case IH 1240 Early Riser 12/23 , #YAS008086, Center Fill, 12 Yetter row cleaners, pneumatic down pressure, 12 corn plates and 23 bean plates

EQUIPMENT:

*1995 Hard i Navigator 1000, 80' boom, 4 section shut offs, foamer, Hardi SprayBox II, nice; *1000 Gallon nurse tank on tandem axle trailer, stainless, Honda 160 pump; *David Bradley hay rake;*(2) Kory 340 wagons on Kory 8278 gears; *Case IH 4500 24' Vibra Shank field cultivator, remlinger 3 bar hanging harrow ; *David Bradley Defiance flare box; *David Bradley flare box, metal, w/ McCormick end gate seeder; *Oliver ground driven manure spreader; *Fetral Mo 70 grain cleaner; *Glencoe Soil Saver, 9 shank; *Minneapolis Moline 5 bottom plow ; *8' 3pt blade; *Woods Cadet 72; *7 FM radios w/ matched antennas ; *1 hand held FM radio w/ charger*Various other items on pallets too numerous to mention

Auctioneer' s Note: Very nice line of equipment

Seller : Thomas & Donna Mi lla rd 815- 866 - 206 7

For online bi ddin g go to www.re di gerauc tionservi ce.com

NUMBER SYSTEM WILL BE USED - I.D. REQUIREDTERMS: CASH OR GOOD CHECK - NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS

REDIGER AUCTION SERVICE, WYANET, IL

815-699-79 99

Jeremy Rediger - Jonathan Moon - Rick Rediger - Brik Rediger

BUREAU & LEE COUNTY, IL

TUESDAY, JANUARY 7, 2025 AT 10:00 AMCT

104.68 TAXABLE ACRES± • 2 TRACTS

Tract 1 is located approx. 2.1 miles east of Ladd, IL access along County Rd 1700 N. Tract 2 is located approx. 3.6 miles west of Sublette, IL access along Maytown Rd. These tracts are further described as being located in Sections 11, T16N-R11E, Hall Township, Bureau County, Illinois. Section 13, T19N-R10E, May Township, Lee County, Illinois.

The farms represent high quality productive farmland with Class A soils. An excellent opportunity for farmers and investors!

MICHAEL J. AND NANCY A. BICKETT FAMILY TRUST

Representing Attorney: Bill Beneke Russell, English, Scoma & Beneke | (815) 875-4555 10 Park Ave W, Princeton, IL 61356

Auction Manager: Isaac Taber (309) 335-8081 VIRTUAL

STARK COUNTY, ILLINOIS LAND AUCTION

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 8, 2025 AT 10:00 AMCT

155 TAXABLE ACRES± • 1 TRACT

The Ali farm is located approx. 3.5 miles northeast of Wyoming, IL along 1400 E. Township Rd. (hard surface) and is further described as being located in Section 20, T13NR7W, Penn Township, Stark County, Illinois.

The Ali farm represents high quality, productive farmland in Stark County, IL. Don't miss this great opportunity.

DR. SYED & DR. MAQBOOL ALI

Representing Attorney: Karen Stumpe Heyl, Royster, Voelker & Allen, P.C | (309) 322-8314 300 Hamilton Blvd, Suite 200, Peoria, IL. 61602

Auction Manager: Isaac Taber (309) 335-8081

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MACHINERY CONSIGNMENT AUCTIO N

The following described items will be offered by Public Auctio n at Rediger Auction Service, 107 South West St., Wyanet, IL 61379 on:

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2024 @ 10:00 AM

Auction will be held inside, all equipment will be onsite available for viewing.

BERNADE TTE WEIDNER TRUST will sell: *2020 Chevrolet Colorado pickup, 13,850 miles, 4x4, V6, crew cab, cloth, power windows and locks, very nice, like new; *2009 Chevrolet Impala LT, 85,875 miles, V6, 4 door, power windows and locks, cloth, nice; *John Deere 2320, #1LV2320HPBH612633, 173 hrs, diesel, 4wd, John Deere 200CX loader w/ joystick, 62D mower deck, qhitch w/ weight box, 12-16.5 rears, 540 pto, very nice; *John Deere 45 5 mower, 2574 hrs, 60 ” deck, hydro; *John Deere 52” broom w/ quick hitch; *John Deere 25 gallon pull type sprayer; *County Line 5' 3pt blade; *4' 3p t brush mower; *1986 Yamaha Moto4 atv, 2wd; *Dayton 25KW pto generator on cart; *Stihl MM56C tiller; *Stihl FC75 string trimmer;

TRACTORS: *2015 Case IH 380 Magnum RowTrac, 3833 hrs, CVT trans, 18? tracks, 4 remotes, 3pt, big 1000 pto, deluxe cab package, suspension cab, heated/cooled air ride leather seat, Pro700 monitor w/ RTK unlocked, modem, 372 receiver, new engine w/ paperwork @ 3224 hrs, transferrable parts and labor warranty until 6-9-25; *2001 John Deere 8130, MFWD, 9322 hrs, 3 remotes, 3pt, qhitch, big 1000 pto, 480/80R46 axle duals, 42 0/85R30 fronts, 10 front weights; *1978 John Deere 4840 , #4840P001874R , 432 hrs on new tach, 5361 hrs total, powershift, 20.8-38 axle duals w/ 1 set inner wheel weights, 3pt, 2 remotes w/ 2 auxiliary remotes, dual pto, very nice tractor, selling due to retirement ; * Case IH JX 95 w/ LX730 loader, 1409 hrs, fwa, 3 remotes, 3pt, 540 pto, quick tach hyd on loader, cab, air, heat, 18 .4R34 rears, 13.6R24 fronts, local tractor; *Case IH 235, #17626754, show s 2272 hrs, diesel, 8-18 rears, 3pt, 540 pto; *Massey Harris 30, #30GR 14607 , 11.2-38 rears, nf, pto, hyd cyl, runs good; *1952 Ford 8N on 1952 Peterson Stilts, 540 pto, 11.2-10/28 rears, ga s, runs and drives, one of a kind; *Interna tional 1086, good torque, heat and air work ; *John Deere 510 backhoe; *Ford 8N w/ loader, pto, 3pt, 11.2-28 rears, runs good; *Farmall Su per H, #20711J, 12.4-38 rears, pto, runs; *Ford 2N , gas, does not run; *Internationa l 460 w/ hyd loader, show s 3398 hrs, 1 remote, pto, 13.6-38 rears, does not run; *Farmall Super A, complete, does not run; *Interna tional 240 Utility, show s 2158 hrs, 3 pt, 1 remote, 11R 24 rears, does not run;

VEHICLES, ATV & SKIDST EER: 2018 Ford F150 XL truck, V6, 2wd, RC, 8' box, power windows and lock, front tool box and side boxes, 163,748 miles, good condition, 1 owner, local *2024 Polaris Sportsman 450 High Out put, 148 miles, 16.4 hrs, electric power steering, liquid cooled, one to uch ondemand all wheel drive, farmer owned, like new, has title and manual *2001 Chevy Silverad o 1500 , 181k miles, ext cab, 6' box, cloth, power windows and locks, 2wd *1955 Chevrolet 6100 dump truck, shows 45,030 miles, V8, manual, 8' box, does not run *1992 John Deere 575B skid steer, 1824 hrs, Yanmar Diesel, runs good.

EQUIPMENT: *Kent Series 5 soil finisher, 42', hyd disk gang, 9” sweeps, 5 bar spike harrow; *2024 TH Fabrication Rotary Hoe Pro , 12R30s, 3pt, individual row depth gauges, adjustable wheel pitch, finger weeders, used for 400 acres, farmer is upgrading to a 16R30; *N ew Patriot gravity tender; *2024 Patriot 100 2 box seed tender, Honda motor, elec start, new; *2023 Patriot 27' hea d cart, tricycle, new; *Walker 44 sprayer, 80' boom, 1000 gal SS tank, foamer, 5 sec shutoff, Cummins engine, wired for JD Guidance; *JD 2600 monitor; *JD ATU, like new; *Case IH 2020 platform, 30'; *Westfield WR100-31 truck auger, elec motor, nice; *John Deere 6600 Combine, show s 4058 hrs, variable speed, 23.1R26 drives, local combine; *JD 643 corn head; *JD 216 platform; *JD 7000 planter, 6R30s, corn and bean plates, monitor; *JD VanBrunt drill; *8' 3p t disk; *Universal 9' 3pt blade; *JD barge box w/ hoist; *Flare box wagons; *multiple gravity wagons of all sizes; *JD mounted cultivator; *15' cultamulcher; *JD HD200 sprayer for ProGator; *John Deere 500 gallon sprayer, 40' booms, Blumhart controls *JD silage wagon; *JD bucket for 148 loader; *bucket bale spears; *Yetter 4148 8r36” cultivator; *M&W Little Red Wagons; *various augers; *Honda HS520 snow blower; *JD 318 mower, no deck; *JD 54” hyd front blade; *JD 724D walk behind snowblower, 2 stage, elec start; *JD 38T lawn sw eeper; *Kubota G1800 lawn tractor, diesel, hydro, 2 stage mounted snow blower, bar tires, wheel weights; *Antique wagon gear w/ hubs; *6.5x14' tandem axle trailer w/ lawn and garden gate; *40' shipping containers; *misc ti res; *Various gates; *Much more, too much to list

This is a partial listing, taking consignments daily, MUCH MORE by sale day.

ONLINE BIDDING AVAILABLE GO TO WWW.REDIG ER AUCT IONSER VICE.COM

Go to web for full listing of online item s - Accepting cons ignments daily

Jon 815-303- 44 88 or Jeremy 815-878-7515 Not Responsible for Accidents I.D. Required

REDIGER AUCTIO N SERVICE - WYANET, IL 61379 - 815-699-7999

Jeremy Rediger - Jonathan Moon - Rick Rediger - Brick Rediger

IN THE CIRCUIT COU RT FOR THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCU IT PU TNAM C OUNT Y, ILLI NO IS UN ITED COMM UN ITY BANK, an Illinois banking corporation, Plaintiff, v. KENN ETH BROWN, UNKNO WN TENANTS, UN KNOWN OW NERS AND NO NRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants

Case No. 2 023 FC 7 NO TICE O F SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure entered by the court on the Complaint for Foreclosure in the above- entitled cause, the property hereinafter described or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said judgment, will be sold to the highest bidder.

A. The name, address and telephone number of the person to contact for inform ation regarding the real estate is: United Comm unity Bank, Attn: Loss Mitigation, 1311 West Jefferson Street, Auburn, IL 62615; Telep hone: (217) 438-5467

B. The common address and other common description, if any, of the real estate is: 415 East Main Street, Granvill e, Illinois 61326

C. A description of the improvements on the real estate is:

Single family residence.

D. The real estate may be inspected prior to sale at the following times: Not applicable.

E. The time and place of the sale are: 11:00 a.m. on January 9, 2025; Putnam County Courthouse, 120 N. Fourth Street, Hennepin, Illinois

(F) The term s of the sale are: 10% cash or certified funds at the time of sale; balance within twenty-four (24) hours of sale Plaintiff may credit bid at the sale The successful bidder w ill receive a Certificate of Purchase following the sale and a Sheriff's Deed upon confirmation of the sale by the Circuit Court of Putnam County, Illinois

(G ) Title will be conveyed subject to real estate taxes for 2024 and subsequent years and special assessments, if any; to building restrictions and restrictive covenants of record; to easements of record or in place; to rights of way for roads, streets, and highways; to rights of tenants in possession, if any. Sale is subject to approval of the Circuit Court of Putnam County, Illinois Any real estate transfer tax which may be due as a result of the sale shall be paid by the purchaser.

BROWN, HAY & STEPH ENS, LLP

Em met A. Fairfield

Registration No 6180505

205 S. 5th Street - Suite 1000 P.O. Box 2459

Springfield, IL 62705

(217) 544-8491

efairfield@bhslaw.com

December 1 1, 1 8, 2 5, 2 024 Putnam Count y Record 948 33 9 Call place

PUBLIC NOTICE

Eligible Telecommunications Carrier Services

McNabb Telephone Company proudly offers services and functionalities designed to exceed the Federal Communication Comm ission's (FCC) requirem ents as stated in C.F.R. § 54 101, including

• Single party service, including local usage

• Access to interexchange service through the public switched network

• Dual tone multi- frequency signaling

• Access to emergency services

• Access to operator services and directory assistance services

• Toll limitation for qualifying low -income consumers

The current rates and charges for the above- listed services and functionalities can be found in the tariffs on file at the appropriate governing agencies and are subject to change upon proper notice (See National Exchange Carrier Association (NECA) Tariff Number 5 on file with the FCC and McNabb Telephone Company Tariff Number 8 on file with the Illinois Comm erce Comm ission (ICC), or available in the company business office.)

(Published in the Putnam County Record December 11, 2024) 2211519

PUBLIC NOTICE

HELP WITH BASI C PH ONE SE RVICE

McNabb Telephone Company is pleased to offer the LIFELINE programs

LIFELI NE is a program established to help pay the monthly charge for local telephone service, or a qualified bundle servi ce. This federally funded program is available to qualified low- income consum ers. If the qualifying low -income consumer voluntarily elects toll blocking while initiating LIFELINE service, a deposit is not required.

WHO IS E LIGIBLE FOR THESE PROGRAMS? To be eligible for the program you must be a recipient of one of the following:

• Medicaid

• Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

• Federal Housing Assistance (Section 8)

• Veteran's Pension and Survivor Benefit

• Custom er household income is at or below 135% of the National Poverty Guidelines, for a household of that size WHERE CA N I APPLY FOR THE LIFELL NE PROGRAMS?

For additional inform ation or enrollment, contact our business office at (815) 882- 2201

(Published in the Putnam County Record December 11, 2024) 2211523

PUBLIC NOTICE INVITATION TO BID

Sealed Bids will be received by the Village of Granville for "W WTP Improvements" and is further described as follows: Drain dow n the existing tanks to make necessary repairs to the tank wall and make weir repairs. While the tank is drained, they will re-coat the interior walls of the tanks. The aeration system will be reconfigured, and new diffusers will be installed with new air piping around the circumference of the tanks. Installation of a safety railing around the circumference of the tanks will be installed. Miscellaneous repairs to the clarifier scum arm will also be performed. Narrow walkways along the interior clarifier will be replaced with a wider and safer walkway.

Bids shall be submitted no later than 2:00 p.m. at the office of the Village Clerk, at 316 S. McCoy Street, Granville, IL 61326 on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 Proposal s will be opened and publicly read at that time (Bids must be hand-delivered at the time of bidding. Any other method of deliver y must be pr e-arranged w it h the Village Clerk as the Clerk's office and post office may not be staffed during normal business hours.)

Plans and specifications may be accessed on-line at: www .chamlin.com

Plans may also be view ed at: Cham lin & Associates, Inc., 4152 Progress Blvd., Peru, IL 61354

Full- size plans and specifications are availabl e from Chamlin & Associates, Inc., 4152 Progress Boulevard, Peru, IL 61354 at the non-refundable cost of $25 per set.

Bidders are advised that this Contract will be subject to the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act and Build America, Buy America "BABA" Act. This project is subject to the Employment of Illinois Workers on Public Works Act.

The successful Bidder shall provide at least 40% of all labor required for the completion of this project.

The Bid shall be accompanied by a certified check or bid bond, in the amount of five percent (5%) of the gross amount of the bid and be payable to the order of the Village of Granville.

A non-m andatory Pre-Bid Meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at the Village Clerk's Office at 316 S. McCoy Street, Granvill e, IL 61326

Bids may be held by the Village of Granville for a period not to exceed 60 days from the date of the opening of Bids for the purpose of reviewing the Bids and investigating the qualifications of Bidders, prior to awarding of the Contract.

The Owner reserves the right to accept or reject any or all Bids and to waive any inform alities in the bidding. BY ORDER OF:

PRESIDENT & BO ARD OF TRUSTEES GRANVILLE, ILLINOIS

(Published in Putnam County Record December 11, 2024) 2211496

IN THE CIRCUIT COU RT FOR THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCU IT PU TNAM C OUNT Y, ILLI NO IS UN ITED COMM UN ITY BANK, an Illinois banking corporation, Plaintiff, v. KENN ETH BROWN, UNKNO WN TENANTS, UN KNOWN OW NERS AND NO NRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants

Case No. 2 023 FC 7 NO TICE O F SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure entered by the court on the Complaint for Foreclosure in the above- entitled cause, the property hereinafter described or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said judgment, will be sold to the highest bidder.

A. The name, address and telephone number of the person to contact for inform ation regarding the real estate is: United Comm unity Bank, Attn: Loss Mitigation, 1311 West Jefferson Street, Auburn, IL 62615; Telep hone: (217) 438-5467

B. The common address and other common description, if any, of the real estate is:

415 East Main Street, Granville, Illinois 61326

C. The legal description of the real estate is: LO TS 49 AND 50 IN ARCH IBALD W. HOPKINS ADDITION TO THE VILLAG E OF GRANVILLE, EXCEPT TH E COAL UN DERLYING TH E SURFACE OF SAID LAND AN D ALL RIGHTS AND EASEMENTS IN FAVOR OR THE ESTATE OF SAID COAL, SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF PUTN AM , IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS

D. A description of the improvements on the real estate is:

Single family residence.

E. The real estate may be inspected prior to sale at the following times:

Not applicable

F. The time and place of the sale are: 11:00 a.m. on January 9, 2025; Putnam County Courthouse, 120 N. Fourth Street, Hennepin, Illinois

(G ) The term s of the sale are: 10% cash or certified funds at the time of sale; balance within twenty-four (24) hours of sale Plaintiff may credit bid at the sale The successful bidder w ill receive a Certificate of Purchase following the sale and a Sheriff's Deed upon confirmation of the sale by the Circuit Court of Putnam County, Illinois

(H ) Title will be conveyed subject to real estate taxes for 2024 and subsequent years and special assessm ents, if any; to building restrictions and restrictive covenants of record; to easements of record or in place; to rights of way for roads, streets, and highways; to rights of tenants in possession, if any. Sale is subject to approval of the Circuit Court of Putnam County, Illinois. Any real estate transfer tax which may be due as a result of the sale shall be paid by the purchaser.

BROWN, HAY & STEPHENS, LLP

Em met A. Fairfield

Registration No 6180505

205 S. 5th Street - Suite 1000 P.O. Box 2459

Springfield, IL 62705 (217) 544-8491

efairfield@bhslaw.com

8144- 948339

December 1 1, 1 8, 2 5, 2 024 Putnam Count y Record 948 33 9

Date: 11/25/2024

12:00 AM

10th Judicial Circuit

Putnam County

Carly R. Zielinski

PU BL ICAT IO N NO TICE IN THE CIRCU IT COURT OF PU TNAM COUNTY CHANCERY DIVISION

Mid-America National Bank, a national banking association, Plaintiff, v. Nancy A. Bradley, Nonrecord Claimants, Unknown Owners, and Unknown Tenants, Defendants

Case No. 2 024 FC 6

The requisite affidavi t for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you, Nonrecord Claimants, Unknown Owners, and Unknown Tenants, Defendants in the above- entitled suit, that the said suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court of Putnam County, Illinois, by the Plaintiff against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: Lot 173 in the Plat of Lake Thunderbird Hills, according to the Plat thereof recorded in Plat Book 3, Page 156 on September 5, 1969, in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Putnam County, Illinois, situated in Putnam County, Illinois; excepting all mineral, oil and gas rights therein.

PIN: 03-00-035-130

Property address: 21 Birch Drive, Putnam, Illinois 61560

And which said mortgage was made by Nancy A. Bradley, as Mortgagor, to MidAmeri ca National Bank, as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Putnam County, Illinois, on October 28, 2014 as Document No 140777. And for such other relief prayed; that summons was duly issued out of the said Circuit Court of Putnam County against you as provided by law, and that the said suit is now pending.

NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU, the said above defendants, file your answer to the complaint in the said suit or otherwise make your appear ance in the Office of the Putnam

for publication

been filed, notice is hereby given you, Nonrecord Claimants, Unknown Owners, and Unknown Tenants, Defendants in the above- entitled suit, that the said suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court of Putnam County, Illinois, by the Plaintiff against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: Lot 173 in the Plat of Lake Thunderbird Hills, according to the Plat thereof recorded in Plat Book 3, Page 156 on September 5, 1969, in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Putnam County, Illinois, situated in Putnam County, Illinois; excepting all mineral, oil and gas rights therein.

PIN: 03-00-035-130

Property address: 21 Birch Drive, Putnam, Illinois 61560

And which said mortgage was made by Nancy A. Bradley, as Mortgagor, to MidAmeri ca National Bank, as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Putnam County, Illinois, on October 28, 2014 as Document No 140777

And for such other relief prayed; that summons was duly issued out of the said Circuit Court of Putnam County against you as provided by law, and that the said suit is now pending.

NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU, the said above defendants, file your answer to the complaint in the said suit or otherwise make your appear ance in the Office of the Putnam County Circuit Clerk, at the Courthouse in the City of Hennepin, Putnam County, Illinois, on or before thirty (30) days from the date of this publication, default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a decree entered in accordance with the prayer of the complaint. Dated: November 25, 2024, at Hennepin, Illinois

Carly R. Zielinski, Clerk of the Circuit Court Putnam County, Illinois

NANCY A. SCHELL

Froehling, Weber & Schell, LLP

167 West Elm Street, Canton IL 61520

309/647- 6317

Attorney for Plaintiff

(Published in Putnam County Record

Property address: 21

Birch Drive, Putnam, Illinois 61560

And which said mortgage was made by Nancy A. Bradley, as Mortgagor, to MidAmeri ca National Bank, as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Putnam County, Illinois, on October 28, 2014 as Document No 140777.

And for such other relief prayed; that summons was duly issued out of the said Circuit Court of Putnam County against you as provided by law, and that the said suit is now pending.

NOW, THEREFORE,

UNLESS YOU, the said above defendants, file your answer to the complaint in the said suit or otherwise make your appear ance in the Office of the Putnam County Circuit Clerk, at the Courthouse in the City of Hennepin, Putnam County, Illinois, on or before thirty (30) days from the date of this publication, default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a decree entered in accordance with the prayer of the complaint. Dated: November 25, 2024, at Hennepin, Illinois

Carly R. Zielinski, Clerk of the Circuit Court Putnam County, Illinois

NANCY A. SCHELL

Froehling, Weber & Schell, LLP

167 West Elm Street, Canton IL 61520

309/647- 6317

Attorney for Plaintiff

(Published in Putnam County Record

December 4, 11, 18, 2024)2209885

make your appear ance in the

Office of the Putnam County Circuit Clerk, at the Courthouse in the City of Hennepin, Putnam County, Illinois, on or before thirty (30) days from the date of this publication, default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a decree entered in accordance with the prayer of the complaint. Dated: November 25, 2024, at Hennepin, Illinois

Carly R. Zielinski, Clerk of the Circuit Court Putnam County, Illinois

NANCY A. SCHELL

Froehling, Weber & Schell, LLP

167 West Elm Street, Canton IL 61520

309/647- 6317

Attorney for Plaintiff

(Published in Putnam County Record

December 4, 11, 18, 2024)2209885

PUBLIC NOTICE

Construction Bid Announcement

Senachwine Town ship

Maintenance Shop

Senachwine Township is soliciting bids from qualified construction contractors for the Maintenance Shop Renovation Project located at 404 High Street, Putnam IL 61560. Work consists of repairs of the existing structural framing for the pre- engineered metal building. Includes replacement of the metal roof and wall panels, insulation, full height interior metal liner panels, overhead doors and man doors.

A pre-bid site tour will be conducted December 18th at 2:00 pm at the project location Interested parties must submit a seal ed bid package, including detail ed cost breakdowns, project schedule, and qualifications, by mail to PO Box 7, Putnam IL 61560 by EOB January 23, 2025. For complete project details and bid documents, please contact Virginia Pavy, Project Manager at virginia@ studiokarchitecture. com

(Published in Putnam County Record & Bureau County Republican December 11, 18, 2024)2211732

PUBLIC NOTICE

Construction Bid

Announcement

Senachwine

Town ship

Maintenance Shop

Senachwine Township is soliciting bids from qualified construction contractors for the Maintenance Shop Renovation Project located at 404 High Street, Putnam IL 61560. Work consists of repairs of the existing structural framing for the pre- engineered metal building. Includes replacement of the metal roof and wall panels, insulation, full height interior metal liner panels, overhead doors and man doors. A pre-bid site tour will be conducted December 18th at 2:00 pm at the project location Interested parties must submit a seal ed bid package, including detail ed cost breakdowns, project schedule, and qualifications, by mail to PO Box 7, Putnam IL 61560 by EOB January 23, 2025. For complete project details and bid documents, please contact Virginia Pavy, Project Manager at virginia@ studiokarchitecture. com

(Published in Putnam County Record & Bureau County Republican December 11, 18, 2024)2211732

seal ed

including detail ed cost breakdowns, project schedule, and qualifications, by mail to PO Box 7, Putnam IL 61560 by EOB

January 23, 2025. For complete project details and bid documents, please contact Virginia Pavy, Project Manager at virginia@ studiokarchitecture. com

(Published in Putnam County Record & Bureau County Republican December 11, 18, 2024)2211732

PUBLIC NOTICE Vegetation Management

Activities in Adam s, Bu reau, Calhoun, Cass, Champaign, Christ ian, Edwards, Franklin, Greene, Hamilt on , Iroquois, Jefferson , Johnson, LaSalle, Logan, Madi son, Marion, Marshall, Massac, McLean, Morgan, Peoria, Perry, Pulaski, Putnam, Randol ph, R ichland, Sali ne, Schuyler, Shel by, St. Clair, Verm ilion, Washingt on , White, Williamson, and Woodford Count ies

Please be advised that Ameren Illinois will perform vegetation management in your area in the near future Our professional vegetation management specialists will be managing vegetation on transmission rights-of-way that could affect our electric lines. This vegetation management work is necessary to protect the integrity of the electric system and to prevent potent ial safety hazards. This work might include: aerial or manual trimming, removal of vegetation, mowing, application of environmentally- safe herbicides, and inspections

McLean, Morgan, Peoria, Perry, Pulaski, Putnam, Randol ph, R ichland, Sali ne, Schuyler, Shel by, St. Clair, Verm ilion, Washingt on , White, Williamson, and Woodford Count ies

Please be advised that Ameren Illinois will perform vegetation management in your area in the near future

Our professional vegetation management specialists will be managing vegetation on transmission rights-of-way that could affect our electric lines. This vegetation management work is necessary to protect the integrity of the electric system and to prevent potent ial safety hazards.

This work might include: aerial or manual trimming, removal of vegetation, mowing, application of environmentally- safe herbicides, and inspections

call

at www.ameren.com/transmi ssion to understand any pot ential dispute resolution opportunities, processes, rights and/or remedies Customers and property owners may appeal the particular vegetat ion work planned on their propert y by 1) calling the Ameren toll free number mentioned above referencing CODE TMT or 2) accessing the website mentioned above referencing CODE TMT or 3) contacting the Illinois Commerce Commission Consumer Servi ces Division at 1-800-524-0795.

Common addr esses of propert ies affected by the planned vegetation management have been provided to the office of the mayor of any affected municipality and the office of the county board chairman of any affect ed county

Sincerely, Ameren Illinois

(Published in Putnam County Record December 11, 2024) 2211508

December 4, 11, 18, 2024)2209885

Interested persons may call the Amer en toll free number 1-800-2322477 or visit our website at www.ameren.com/transmi ssion to understand any pot ential dispute resolution opportunities, processes, rights and/or remedies Customers and property owners may appeal the particular vegetat ion work planned on their propert y by 1) calling the Ameren toll free number mentioned above referencing CODE TMT or 2) accessing the website mentioned above referencing CODE TMT or 3) contacting the Illinois Commerce Commission Consumer Servi ces Division at 1-800-524-0795. Common addr esses of propert ies affected by the planned vegetation management have been provided to the office of the mayor of any affected municipality and the office of the county board chairman of any affect ed county

Sincerely, Ameren Illinois

Interested persons may call the Amer en toll free number 1-800-2322477 or visit our website at www.ameren.com/transmi ssion to understand any pot ential dispute resolution opportunities, processes, rights and/or remedies Customers and property owners may appeal the particular vegetat ion work planned on their propert y by 1) calling the Ameren toll free number mentioned above referencing CODE TMT or 2) accessing the website mentioned above referencing CODE TMT or 3) contacting the Illinois Commerce Commission Consumer Servi ces Division at 1-800-524-0795. Common addr esses of propert ies affected by the planned vegetation management have been provided to the office of the mayor of any affected municipality and the office of the county board chairman of any affect ed county

Sincerely, Ameren Illinois

(Published in Putnam County Record December 11, 2024) 2211508

Putnam

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