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IVCC launches peer mentor program
Duo hosts activities to promote good mental health
By PEGGY SCHNEIDER IVCC Community Relations
The two newest additions to Illinois Valley Community College’s mental health team look like students – because they are.
Peers likely are to encounter Danica Scoma and Bhawna as classmates, hanging out with friends between classes, or at activities. The pair also has been hosting several activities recently to promote good mental health and an awareness of IVCC’s new Peer Mentor program.
“That relatability is the Peer Mentor program’s strength,” said Jessica Swenson, who developed programs now operating at IVCC and two other colleges.
“The biggest connection to a student is another student. Students can look across the table at someone going through the same thing they are,” said Swenson, the founder and executive director of Transformative Growth, IVCC’s mental health counseling partner.
Scoma and Bhawna said they are good listeners who share their classmates’ insecurities and frustrations but also can share some survival techniques.
Scoma said she wanted to be part of the program because “I liked the idea of something informal. I could relate easier to a peer if I had a problem and was nervous to go to an adult staff member. We try to be friendly and nonjudgmental, and everything is confidential. I try to help them realize what’s going on with them and what they can do.”
Scoma’s effervescent personality has become familiar on campus, but a few years ago she worried about fitting in at her high school.
“I wanted to make connections, but I didn’t know who to go to. Then something clicked and I wanted to get involved so I didn’t leave high school disappointed that I hadn’t been involved.”
She also shares another concern familiar to her peers.
“I have so many ideas about what I want to do and it’s hard to pick one for the rest of my life,” she said.
She would like to roll all her interests in language, art, travel and social work into a career.
As an international student who is oceans away from her family in India, Bhawna is balancing work, study and life on her own and can relate to other students’ challenges.
“I experience a different country and a different culture and I try to keep an open mind and think outside the box.”
The agriculture student also relies on things that make her happy such as cooking or music or introspection and hopes
to share her faith that a new day can bring a new page in life and a new start.
“I can help the people I meet stay calm, which allows us to make better decisions,” Bhawna said. “I’m a good listener. Sometimes you need a person to just listen and nothing else.”
Swenson agrees that some students prefer “just to walk in and talk” to the intensity of a clinical therapy session. Peer programs expand mental health services and choices but are not intended to be a substitute for clinical therapy or medical care when that is called for.
“There are so many things that a peer can help with and that we give them the tools to do,” she said.
Peer mentors are supervised by and meet regularly with professionals who remain on call to the mentors and are available for referrals. Mentors undergo 60 hours of training before they ever meet with students, during which they role-play encounters and learn to set boundaries.
“They are trained to understand what the role is and what it is not. A peer mentor can be a really weird position because it’s not a friend, either. They are not junior therapists. They don’t diagnose or give advice or do testing,” Swenson said.
Recommended by Dean of Student Success Crystal Credi, IVCC candidates underwent job interviews and passed background checks.
“Bhawna and Danica are truly
approachable and relate to students,” Credi said. “Their personalities are different, yet complementary. They have made a noticeable impact in a short time.”
Peer-to-peer counseling is not a new concept and has been used in alcohol and drug rehab, veterans’ groups and other organizations for decades.
“There is a need for individual mental health services and for a community response that helps a whole bunch of people, not just one. You can’t do one without the other,” Swenson said.
Swenson developed her first community peer program in 2016 tailored to a college veterans group that wanted to adapt to college after their military experiences but did not need the same guidance typically given to incoming freshmen.
“To expand access to mental health services, Illinois and other states want colleges to develop peer programs,” she said.
Some states have even begun to extend mental health services to younger children, too.
Scoma and Bhawna are available on campus five days a week. They accept walk-ins during office hours at the Counseling Center on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays or at their office inside the Adult Education Center, Room CTC 220, on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. They can be reached at ivccpeers@transformativegrowth.org.
Photo provided by Peggy Schneider
Bhawna (left) and Danica Scoma are Illinois Valley Community College’s first peer mentors. Peer programs are appearing at colleges across the state to expand mental health services and choices.
Putnam County High School Guidance Counselor Tyler Ellena is joined by Putnam County Rotary President Cheri Adrian as they prepare for this week’s Scholarship Showcase 2025. The event will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 11, in the High School Commons. All PCHS seniors and their parents are encouraged to attend.
Putnam County Rotary to host Scholarship Showcase 2025 at high school Jan. 11
By DEREK BARICHELLO dbarichello@shawmedia.com
Putnam County High School seniors and parents are invited to learn about scholarships available for those going to college or pursuing educational programs in the trades at Scholarship Showcase 2025.
The event, hosted by Putnam County Rotary, will be from 2 to 4 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 11, in the High School Commons.
At least 25 scholarship sponsors are expected to be on hand for the event. PC Rotary joins PCHS in welcoming all seniors and parents to learn more about the community support the district has to offer graduating seniors, all sharing the goal of encouraging graduates and providing opportunities for students’ future success.
Libraries to collect food items for local pantries
Illinois Valley Area Libraries will host the Love Your Neighbor Food Drive from Jan. 24 to Feb. 28.
Food items will be collected at local libraries, including those in the Putnam
County Library District.
Unexpired nonperishable items in need are canned meat, canned fruits and vegetables, tomato sauce, paper plates and paper towels. Cash donations also will be accepted. – Shaw Local News Network
Photo provided by Scott Shore
OSF adapts mask policy to recommendation
OSF says ‘importance of personal choice’ factors into change
By DEREK BARICHELLO dbarichello@shawmedia.com
OSF changed its mask requirement for visitors of all of its hospitals on Tuesday to a recommendation.
On Monday, OSF said the initial requirement is because of the widespread respiratory illnesses in the community, including COVID-19, influenza and RSV.
On Tuesday, OSF said the change acknowledges “the importance of
personal choice while still encouraging practices that help protect vulnerable individuals such as the elderly, infants and those with weakened immune systems from COVID19, influenza and RSV.”
The hospital also said it will only allow two visitors, 18 and older, per patient at this time. Exceptions will be made for special circumstances, such as end-of-life situations, OSF said.
OSF has hospitals and emergency rooms in Ottawa, Streator, Mendota, Peru and Princeton.
“The well-being and safety of our patients and their families remain at the heart of everything we do,” OSF said.
‘Discover Guatemala’ at Granville library program
The Putnam County Public Library will host anthropologist and former librarian Brittany Blomquist at 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 9, at the Granville branch, 214 S. McCoy St.
Taste the country’s national dish – Pepian
By DEREK BARICHELLO dbarichello@shawmedia.com
The Putnam County Public Library will host anthropologist and former librarian Brittany Blomquist at 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 9, at the Granville branch, 214 S. McCoy St., when she shares her experiences in Guatemala.
Learn more about the city of Antigua, the second capital city, food, architecture, textiles and more, and taste the national dish – Pepian.
Blomquist is a graduate student at Northern Illinois University. Her research is focused on education within Guatemala.
She visited the country in 2023 and 2024, exploring the west central highland region.
This program is free and open to the public.
For more information, call the Granville library at 815-339-2038.
Scott Anderson
OSF changed its mask requirement for visitors of all of its hospitals on Tuesday to a recommendation.
Gateway Services announces $2,500 scholarship
Applications must be received by March 1
By DEREK BARICHELLO dbarichello@shawmedia.com
The Gateway Services Inc. Scholarship application now is open to students who plan to study in a field related to intellectual/developmental disabilities, including but not limited to human services, psychology, sociology, social work or special education.
Students currently enrolled in a college or university are eligible to apply. Applicants attending a twoyear college may apply with the understanding they are to continue their education toward a bachelor’s degree in one of these fields of study. Applicants must reside in Bureau, Marshall or Putnam counties. A onetime scholarship of $2,500 will be
awarded annually, as funds permit. Applications must be received by March 1 and can be found at https://
forms.gle/6285TAYfiZkGSZFa6. A link is pinned on Gateway’s Facebook page and also can be found on its web-
site at gateway-services.org under the “resources” tab.
Selection of the scholarship recipient will be made on or before April 30. The decision will be based on a combination of community involvement and the future goals of the applicant.
“We are excited to announce the development of our scholarship fund,” Gateway Services CEO Tracy Wright said in a news release. “We have been so fortunate to benefit from kind and generous acts from all over our communities, and this is our opportunity to give back. This is also a great way to help a deserving student who will make a future impact in the world of intellectual/developmental disabilities.”
Nearing its 55th year in existence, Gateway Services provides a variety of services and supports for people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in Bureau, Marshall and Putnam counties.
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The Gateway Services Inc. Scholarship application now is open to students who plan to study in a field related to intellectual/developmental disabilities, including but not limited to human services, psychology, sociology, social work or special education.
Marshall-Putnam Soil & Water Conservation District to accept board nominations
The Marshall-Putnam Soil & Water Conservation District is accepting nominations for those interested in a board of director position.
Nominations will be accepted for the two-year term of the office of director of the Marshall-Putnam Soil & Water Conservation District during normal business hours of 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the District’s Office at 1511 University Ct. Henry.
To be considered for nomination as a candidate for the office of director, nominees must provide proof of residency or ownership of land located within the boundaries of the district.
Interested individuals must respond by 4:30 p.m. Jan. 31.
Information also will be available by calling 309-364-3913, ext. 3.
AARP to offer free tax return preparation Tuesdays in La Salle
The AARP Foundation’s Tax-Aide program again will be available in 2025.
Tax-Aide volunteers provide tax-return preparation for free to anyone, with a special focus on taxpayers who are 50 or older or who have low to moderate income. Taxpayers do not need to be an AARP member.
This service will be by appointment at five locations in DeKalb, Sycamore, Genoa and La Salle. For general questions about Tax-Aide, call 815-751-5763.
The 2025 tax sites include Tuesday afternoons at Elder Care Services in DeKalb (call 815-758-6550), Tuesdays at the La Salle Public Library, 305 Marquette St. (call 815-223-2341), Wednesday afternoons at Sycamore United Methodist Church (call 815-501-5696), Friday and Saturday mornings at Resource Bank in Genoa (call 815-751-5826) and Saturday mornings at the DeKalb Public Library (call 815-991-9418).
Bridges Senior Center in Peru hosting 2-day driver safety class
Bridges Senior Center in Peru will host a two-day driver safety class for older adults in January.
The AARP Driver Safety Program is a
classroom and online driver refresher course for people ages 50 and older that aims to help participants retain driving competency.
The program consists of two sessions scheduled from noon to 4 p.m. Monday, Jan. 13, and Tuesday, Jan. 14, at Bridges Senior Center, 809 21st St., Peru.
The course will focus on the following: how to navigate changes, reviewing driving strategies, changing technology, understanding the effects of aging on driving and more.
Upon completion, participants will receive a certificate to present to their auto insurance company, which could result in a discount on their premium, according to a news release from the senior center.
Registration costs $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. The course is free for participants enrolled in United Health Care Insurance.
To register, call Bridges Senior Center at 815-431-8034.
– Shaw Local News Network
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & PLANNING
WHERE: PUTNAM COUNTY COMMUNITY CENTER 128 N. 1ST ST., STANDARD, IL 61363
WHEN: TUESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2025 12:30PM TO 1:30PM
Must Pre-Register for Lunch by Calling (815) 339-2711
BARBARA “JEAN”
DOYLE
Born: December 24, 1939 in LaSalle, Illinois
Died: December 28, 2024 in Standard, Illinois
Barbara “Jean” Doyle, 85, of Standard, IL passed away on Saturday, December 28, 2024 in the comfort of her own home surrounded by her children and her dog, Suzie.
Barbara was born on December 24, 1939 to Jacob and Madeline (Bravesse) Kallner. She graduated from LaSalle Peru High School. She worked at Hobbs and she also worked for Dr. Chvala Podiatry and the Walter Duncan Estate.
She married Charles Doyle on May 28, 1983. Barbara is survived by 4 children, Jo (John
Sullivan) Gielow of Delaware, Lynn (Rickey) Camatti of Standard, Randy Gielow of Peru and Ken (Mischelle) Gielow of Magnolia; 2 grandchildren, Kyle (Caitlyn) Camatti of Standard and Ryan Camatti of Standard; 1 great-granddaughter, Peyton Camatti; 1 sister, Elaine Klimek of Indianapolis and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband and 1 sister, Jackie Johns.
Dysart – Cofoid Funeral Chapel will be assisting the family with the arrangements.
There will be no service per her request. Cremation rites will be accorded.
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.dcfunerals.com
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Jim Lester
OCT. 26, 1951-JAN. 9, 2024
It is hard to believe that a whole year has passed. It seems like yesterday.
If we are lucky, the life we live leaves a lasting impact on generations of our children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, family and friends.
Your life had more than an impact, you left a legacy of selflessness, humor, strength and compassion with reminders of you through the signs that you send. Life was not always easy but you never wavered as our safety net, our constant, our rock. Always ready with wisdom, guidance and unconditional love.
Memories of you are treasures that we will cherish forever through stories and laughter. You will forever be loved and never forgotten. We miss you and send you all our love.
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First State Bank to host 25th annual ag conference
Reserve a seat by Jan. 18
By DEREK BARICHELLO dbarichello@shawmedia.com
First State Bank announced a special conference for area farmers.
The 25th annual First State Bank Ag Conference is scheduled for 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 23, at the Mendota Civic Center, 1901 Tom Merwin Drive.
Starting the program will be Kelly Jackson Hardy, principal, Clifton Larson Allen. Hardy serves client needs related to tax consulting, planning and compliance. She serves primarily the agribusiness industry and cooperatives. She comes from a farm background and understands the nuances of agriculture. Her talk will focus on the areas of ag taxation and farm succession planning.
Following Hardy will be Kurtis Wujek. He is the trading director for export corn at Archer Daniels Midland Co. His main responsibilities include the execution and risk management of ADM’s North American export program through New Orleans.
The keynote speaker, Delaney Howell, will take a deep dive into the issues impacting the business of agriculture. Howell grew up on a grain and
livestock farm in southeast Iowa and has been involved in agriculture from a young age.
She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in agricultural sciences with minors in broadcasting and international studies from Northwest Missouri State University and a master’s degree in agricultural communications from Texas Tech University.
Howell strives to bring the most up-to-date information on the latest
“news cycle” in D.C. politics, commodity markets and the international agricultural scene through her travels to 23 countries.
Attendees may recognize Howell from her role as the former host of the 45-year-old agribusiness show “Market to Market” or from the daily podcast she launched in 2017, “Ag New Daily.” Day to day, she is the face of an ag marketing company out of Des Moines called Trader PhD offering
advisory services to farmers and ranchers across the U.S. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. and the first speaker will begin at 10 a.m. First State Insurance will supply coffee and doughnuts.
ADM Grain Co. and Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance are sponsoring the noon luncheon. Clifton Larson Allen is sponsoring the soda pop. Door prizes are being provided by several area businesses including Beck Oil Co., Cantlin Law Firm, Chris Eller –the Retirement Specialists, Dinges Fire Co., Earlville Farmers Coop, Guilfoyle and Stevenson Law Firm, Hornung Tiling Inc., Foster’s Tax and Accounting LLC., Leffelman and Associates, Leone Grain and Supply, Maplehurst Farms, Mendota Mutual Insurance, Meriden Grain-Pioneer Seed, Northern Partners Cooperative, Nutrien Ag Solutions, Prescott Brothers Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram, Schimmer Automotive Group, Sublette Farmers Elevator Co., Sublette Mechanical, Troy Grove Coop, Vaessen Bros. Chevrolet, Vaessen Implement and Repair and West Brooklyn Farmers Coop.
Contact the First State Bank Ag Department by calling 815-539-3834 by Saturday, Jan. 18, to reserve a seat.
Scott Anderson
The 25th annual First State Bank Ag Conference is scheduled for 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 23, at the Mendota Civic Center, 1901 Tom Merwin Drive.
TODAY IN SPORTS HISTORY
1962: 21-year-old future Hall of Fame golfer Jack Nicklaus makes his first professional appearance. He ties for 50th in the Los Angeles Open. 1972: NCAA announces freshman can play on teams.
Top Putnam County sports stories of 2024
By KEVIN HIERONYMUS khieronymus@shawmedia.com
Here’s a look at some of the top Putnam County sports stories of 2024 in no particular order.
Harris, Richetta named Putnam County Athletes of the Year
Seniors Orlando Harris and Maggie Richetta were named the 2023-24 Male and Female Athletes of the Year for Putnam County High School.
Harris played for the Panthers basketball team.
Richetta played for the Putnam County volleyball, girls basketball and softball teams.
PCJH girls return to state
The Putnam County eighth grade girls basketball team punched its ticket back to the IESA Class 2A state finals with a 42-18 win over Kewanee Wethersfield on Dec. 11 at the Indian Creek Sectional.
On Dec. 14, the Pumas lost to Bluffs 28-13 in the IESA Class 2A state quarterfinals at Havana Junior High School. The Pumas finished with a 23-3 record.
As seventh graders, the Pumas placed fourth at state.
Top-seeded Putnam County Junior High defeated No. 2 Fieldcrest 31-10 to capture the Class 2A Putnam County eighth grade regional title Nov. 27.
Team members for PC are Murphy Hopkins, Kenzie Pierski, McKenna Wrobleski, Hannah Heiberger, Tula Rue, McKlay Gensini, Millie Harris, Kami Nauman, Anni Judd and Lillian Bouxsein. They are coached by Nick Heuser and Charlie Lenkaitis.
Currie enjoys Big League experience at Busch
It was a Big League experience in every way for Nicholas Currie.
The 2023 Putnam County graduate, a member of Princeton Post 125, played for the Illinois All-Stars against the Missouri All-Stars in an American Legion All-Star game June 23 at Busch Stadium. The game took place after the St. Louis Cardinals’ game against the San Francisco Giants. Currie got to bat once, pitched an inning and played two innings in the outfield.
“It was an incredible experience. Getting out there and to play on a field like that, it was incredible,” Currie said. “There’s no other way to explain it, really. I mean everything was perfect down to every little detail. They made sure the field was ready for you like it
10th (5:45.5) in the 1,600 meters.
PC’s eighth grade girls 4x100 relay of Judd, Sarah Schennum, Chloe Christiansen and Mylee Christiansen placed 17th out of 27 teams with a time of 5:55.70. Makenna Wrobleski served as the alternate.
Pumas win baseball regional
The Putnam County Junior High Pumas defeated Peru Parkside 6-1 to capture the Class 2A Fieldcrest Regional baseball championship. The Pumas also beat Spring Valley JFK 4-0 and LaSalle Lincoln 17-1 at regionals. The Pumas lost to Washington 8-1 in the sectional finals.
Bi-County softball three-peats
The Bi-County Junior League Softball All-Stars made it back to state for the third straight year, the second time at the Junior League level with the other one in Little League.
Bi-County defeated Mendota 14-9 in the District 20 championship game at Sunset Park in Peru, completing a sweep of tournament play and repeating as district champion.
Along the way, Bi-County defeated LaSalle 7-0 by forfeit, Princeton 15-0 and Mendota 5-1 in the semifinals.
Team members are Britney Trinidad, Eden Carlson, Sarah Schenum, Avery Sherman, Alexis Margis, Kami Nauman, Chloe Parcher, Paige Tonioni, Myah Richardson, Piper Terando and Kennedy Holocker. They were coached by Steve Tonioni, Shannon Jenkins, Brandi Margis and Elizabeth Parcher.
Judd 14th in state cross country
Putnam County sixth grader Anni
Judd saved her best for last at the IESA Class 2A state cross country meet at Maxwell Park in Normal.
was a professional game. It was really amazing.”
Twice as nice for PCJH at IESA state track
Putnam County had a good run in the Class 2A IESA state track and field
finals at East Peoria, landing two state medals.
Maddox Poole placed third in the eighth grade boys 1,600-meter run with a time of 5:01.12.
Anni Judd placed eighth (2:32.43) in the seventh grade girls 800 meters and
She placed 14th, running the two miles in 12:31 and shaving 26 seconds off her sectional time. She was only five seconds off a top-10 finish. Judd was the runner-up at the Seneca Sectional in 12:57.
Photo provided by Putnam County High School Seniors Orlando Harris and Maggie Richetta were named the 2023-24 Male and Female Athletes of the Year for Putnam County High School.
Photo provided
Nicholas Currie of Princeton Post 125 fires a pitch for the Illinois All-Stars in the American Legion All-Star Game on June 23 at Busch Stadium in St. Louis.
Photo provided
Putnam County Jr. High defeated Fieldcrest 31-10 to capture the Class 2A Putnam County eighth grade regional championship. Team members are (from left) Murphy Hopkins, Kenzie Pierski, McKenna Wrobleski, Hannah Heiberger, Tula Rue, McKlay Gensini, Millie Harris, Kami Nauman, Anni Judd and Lillian Bouxsein and coaches (back) Nick Heuser and Charlie Lenkaitis.
Maddox Poole
Photo provided
The Bi-County All-Stars made their third straight state tournament appearance. Team members are Elizabeth Parcher, Kami Nauman, Alexis Margis, Eden Carlson, Sarah Schennum, Avery Sherman and Brandi Margis.
Anni Judd
The Putnam County seventh grade volleyball team wrapped up an undefeated Tri-County Conference championship by defeating Midland on Feb. 12. Team members are (front row, from left) Makenna Wrobleski, Lillian Bouxsein, Jaylynn Dickey, Bailee Vice and Joselyn Lopez and (back row) Millie Harris, Anna Poignant, Hannah Heiberger, Layton (Tula) Rue, McKlay Gensini, Kinsey Pierski, Kami Nauman and coach Shannon Jenkins.
The Putnam County eighth grade volleyball team was celebrated Feb. 12 after defeating Midland to finish as undefeated champions in the Tri-County Conference. Team members are (front row, from left) Diana Ely, Eden Carlson, Tinlee Sistek, Jaycee Dickey, Naty Villagomez, Megan Wiley and Illiana Luke and (back row), Mya Barajas, Kennedy Holocker, Avery Grasser, Myah Richardson, Finley Rue, Sam Marciniak and Britney Trinidad. Not pictured is Hannah Heighberger.
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Richetta named all-conference at Sauk Valley Community College
Putnam County graduate
Maggie Richetta was one of four players from Sauk Valley Community College named to the Arrowhead All-Conference volleyball team for 2024.
Richetta finished with 229 kills, 114 blocks and 78 digs for the Skyhawks, who were 31-8 overall and 9-0 in the conference.
PCJH volleyball finishes as undefeated TCC champions
The Putnam County seventh and eighth grade volleyball teams finished as undefeated champions in the Tri-County Conference by sweeping Midland.
Both teams took the top seed into the Tri-County Conference Tournament at Henry and swept the titles.
The eighth grade Pumas defeated Fieldcrest and Henry to take the title. They finished with a
BOYS BASKETBALL STANDINGS
Area teams W-L
Kewanee (1-1 TRE) 14-5
Annawan (0-0 LTC) 11-2
Dixon (2-0 BNC) 10-3
Streator (5-0 IC8) 10-4
Rock Falls (1-0 BNC) 10-4
Mendota (1-0 TRE) 9-6
Sterling (1-3 WB6) 8-7
Bureau Valley (1-0 LTC) 7-6
Hall (0-1 TRE) 7-7
L-P (1-0 I-8) 7-7
Newman (0-1 TRE) 7-9
Ottawa (0-2 I-8) 6-5
Princeton (0-1 TRE) 6-8
St. Bede (1-2 TCC) 6-10
Erie-Prophetstown (1-0 TRE) 5-7
Wethersfield (0-0 LTC) 4-9
LaMoille (1-3 LTC) 4-12
Stark County (0-0 LTC) 2-9
DePue (0-2 LTC) 2-12
Henry-Senachwine (0-3 TCC) 2-11
Putnam County (0-3 TCC) 0-13
Tri-County Con All
Seneca 3-0 12-3
Dwight 3-0 9-5
Roanoke-Benson 3-0 5-7
Woodland 2-1 10-5
Lowpoint-Washburn 2-1 7-6
St. Bede 1-2 7-10
Midland 1-2 3-9
Marquette 0-3 6-9
Henry-Senachwine 0-3 2-11
Putnam County 0-3 0-13
Three Rivers East Con All
Area teams W-L
Dixon (2-0 BNC) 14-2
Sterling (2-1 WB6) 14-2
Newman (2-1 TRE) 13-5
Ottawa (2-1 I-8) 12-3
Fieldcrest (4-1 HOIC) 12-6
Wethersfield (2-1 LTC) 10-3
Hall (2-1 TRE) 10-4
Princeton (3-0 TRE) 9-5
Amboy (3-0 NUIC) 9-6
Kewanee (2-1 TRE) 9-7 St. Bede (4-2 TCC) 9-8 Stark County (1-2 LTC) 8-8 L-P (0-3 I-8) 7-8 Henry-Senachwine (0-6 TCC) 6-10 Bureau Valley (1-2
17-5 record.
The seventh grade Pumas defeated Henry and El Paso-Gridley for the championship, finishing with a 19-3 record.
Putnam County’s Kami Nauman and Britney Trinidad received the Tri-County Conference’s Sportsmanship Award.
Jenkins receives call to the Hall
Legendary Putnam County High School baseball coach Ken Jenkins was one of 16 honorees June 6 at last year’s Shaw Media Illinois Valley Hall of Fame class in LaSalle.
As PC baseball coach from 19792008, Jenkins finished with 517 wins, seven regional titles and three sectional titles. He led three PC baseball teams to state: 1982, 1998 (fourth) and 2008 (third).
Jenkins was named IBCA Coach of the Year in 1982, 1998 and 2008 and is a member of the PC Hall of Fame and IBCA Hall of Fame.
He also coached basketball at PC from 1984-90, finishing with career record of 78-67.
Mendota 1-0 9-6
Erie-Prophetstown 1-0 5-7
Kewanee 1-1 14-5
Princeton 1-1 6-8
Hall 0-1 7-7
Newman 0-1 7-8
Three Rivers West Con All
Sherrard 3-0 13-1
Orion 2-1 13-3
Rockridge 2-1 11-4
Riverdale 1-2 11-4
Monmouth-Roseville 1-2 9-7
Mercer County 0-3 7-8
Lincoln Trail Con All
Annawan 0-0 11-2
Galva 0-0 11-2
Princeville 0-0 10-3
Monmouth United 0-0 9-4
Ridgewood 0-0 8-7
Bureau Valley 0-0 6-6
Abingdon-Avon 0-0 5-8
Wethersfield 0-0 4-9
ROWVA-Williamsfield 0-0 3-8
Stark County 0-0 2-9
Knoxville 0-0 0-11
Weekend scores
Bureau Valley 64, Oregon 62 (OT)
Kewanee 69, Winnebago 61
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REAL ESTATE, PERSONAL PROPERTY AN D VACANT LOT ESTATE AUCTION
SUNDAY, JANUARY 19, 2025 TIME: 10:00 AM
TERMS OF REAL ESTATE
10% Down the Day of the Sale and the Balance due on or Before 30 Days when Merchantable Title will be furnished. Taxes to be prorated at Closing & Possession Given at Closing. All Announcements made Day of Sale will Take Precedence over all Previous Printed Matter. Seller Reserves the Right to Reject or Accept any or all Bids This Sale is Not Contingent on Financing. All Financing Needs to be Pre-Approved for Closing on or before 30 Days after Day of Sale Anyone Interested in Viewing Real Estate Please Contact Tom or Mary Tumbleson 815-872-1852. Please Note: Th is Property is Being Sold AS IS w/ No Warranties of Any Kind or Inspections
PERSONAL PROPERTY TO BE SOLD FOLLOWING REAL ESTATE
VEHICLES & CAR PARTS: 1963 Ford Falcon Convertible, 1964 Cadila c 2 Door Convertible & 1973 Chevy Monte Carlo **All Vehicles are in Rough Condition but Restorable*** Hayracks Full of Old Car Parts, Car Manuals & Misc
TOOLS, LUMBER & HOUSEHOLD: Scaffolding Plank, Ladders, Craftsman Band Saw; Delta Planer & Angle Saw; Disc Sander; Rigid Belt Sander; Radial Arm Saw; Air Tools; Wrenches; Wood Lathe & To ols; Stacks of Misc Walnut & Hardwood Lumber; Washer & Dryer, Crocks & Household Items
VACANT LO T in Princeton, IL TO BE SO LD AT
IN THE CIRCU IT C OURT OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCU IT PU TNAM C OUNT Y, ILLI NO IS US BAN K TRUST NATION AL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDU AL CAPACITY BUT SO LELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VRMTG ASSET TRUST, Plaintiff, vs JOHN D. GRAY AKA JOHN DAVIS GRAY; LO RI A. GRAY AKA LORI ANNE GRAY; STATE OF ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF REVENU E; UNKNO WN OW NERS AND NO NRECO RD CLAIMANTS, Defendant(s).
CAS E NO. 202 3FC6
Property Address:
219 S. 4th St Hennepin, IL 61327 NOTICE O F SHERIFF SALE
Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the above- entitled cause on November 7, 2024, I, Sheriff Josh Boedigheim er of Putnam County, Illinois, will hold a sale on February 13, 2025, commencing at 9:00 AM, at the Putnam County Courthouse, 120 N. Fourth St., Hennepin, IL 61327, to sell to the highest bidder or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, to wit:
Commonly known as:
219 S. 4th St. , Hennepin, IL 61327
P.I.N.: 01-00- 043- 170
First Lien Position; Single-Family Residence; Judgment Am ount $70,484.02
IN ACCORD AN CE WITH 735 ILCS 5/151507(c)(1)(H -1) AND (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9 (G)(5), AN D 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), YOU ARE H EREBY NO TIFIED THAT THE PU RCHASER OF THE PROPERTY OTHER TH AN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PAY TH E ASSESSMENTS AND LEGAL FEES REQU IRED BY SUBSECTIONS (g)(1) AN D (g)(4) OF SECTION 9 AND THE ASSESSMENTS AND CO URT CO STS REQU IRED BY SUBSECTION (g-1) OF SECTION 18.5 OF THE ILLINOIS CO NDO MINIUM PROPERTY ACT
Terms of Sale: CASH - 10% down at the time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale All paym ents for the amount bid shall be in certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Putnam County
The person to contact for information regarding this property is:
Sales Department at Diaz Anselm o & Associates, LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120, Naperville, IL 60563, (630) 453- 6960. For bidding instructions, visit w ww.dallegal. com 24 hours prior to sale
This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
Diaz Anselmo & Associates, LLC 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120 Naperville, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 midwestpleadings@dallegal.com
January 8, 15, 22, 2 025 Putnam County Record 949 20 7
999 • Legal
PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CIRCU IT COURT OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT PU TNAM CO UNTY, ILLINOIS
ESTA TE O F SA NDRA L. NAUMAN, Deceased.
2024 PR 12 NOTICE OF CLAIM DATE
Notice is hereby given of the death of SAND RA L. NAUMAN on December 4, 2024, and that Letters of Office were ordered to be issued on December 23, 2024 to BENJAMIN D. NAUMAN , 601 Gateway Drive, Henry, IL 61537, and ROBERT D.NAUMAN, 2 Country Lane, East Peoria, IL 61611, as Independent Co-Executors, whose attorney is ROBERT M. McBRID E, 712 Third Street, PO Box 269, Henry, Illinois 61537
Claims may be filed 6 months from the date of the first publication of this Notice of Claim Date, or 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, Hennepin, Illinois, or with either CoExecutor, or both Within 10 days after a claimant files a claim with the Court, the claimant must mail or deliver a copy of the claim to one of the Independent CoExecutors and to his attorney of record, and file with the Court proof of mailing or delivery of said copies
Dated this 26th day of December, 2024
Robert M. McBride
Attorney at Law 712 Third Stre et, PO Box 2 69 Henry, Illinois 6 1537 (309) 36 4-2 423
(Published in Putnam County Record January 1, 8, 15, 2025) 2216200 You Want It? We' ve Got It! Classified has
IN THE CIRCU IT C OURT OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCU IT PU TNAM C OUNT Y, ILLI NO IS US BAN K TRUST NATION AL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDU AL CAPACITY BUT SO LELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VRMTG ASSET TRUST, Plaintiff, vs JOHN D. GRAY AKA JOHN DAVIS GRAY; LO RI A. GRAY AKA LORI ANNE GRAY; STATE OF ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF REVENU E; UNKNO WN OW NERS AND NO NRECO RD CLAIMANTS, Defendant(s).
CAS E NO. 202 3FC6
Property Address: 219 S. 4th St Hennepin, IL 61327 NOTICE O F SHERIFF SALE
Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the above- entitled cause on November 7, 2024, I, Sheriff Josh Boedigheim er of Putnam County, Illinois, will hold a sale on February 13, 2025, commencing at 9:00 AM, at the Putnam County Courthouse, 120 N. Fourth St., Hennepin, IL 61327, to sell to the highest bidder or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, to wit:
LOT 5 IN BLOCK 24 IN THE VILLAG E OF HENNEPIN, SITUATED IN PUTNAM CO UNTY, ILLINO IS Commonly known as:
219 S. 4th St. , Hennepin, IL 61327
P.I.N.: 01-00- 043- 170
First Lien Position; Single-Family Residence; Judgment Am ount $70,484.02
IN ACCORD AN CE WITH 735 ILCS 5/151507(c)(1)(H -1) AND (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9 (G)(5), AN D 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), YOU ARE H EREBY NO TIFIED THAT THE PU RCHASER OF THE PROPERTY OTHER TH AN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PAY TH E ASSESSMENTS AND LEGAL FEES REQU IRED BY SUBSECTIONS (g)(1) AN D (g)(4) OF SECTION 9 AND THE ASSESSMENTS AND CO URT CO STS REQU IRED BY SUBSECTION (g-1) OF SECTION 18.5 OF THE ILLINOIS CO NDO MINIUM PROPERTY ACT
Terms of Sale: CASH - 10% down at the time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale All paym ents for the amount bid shall be in certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Putnam County
The person to contact for information regarding this property is:
Sales Department at Diaz Anselm o & Associates, LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120, Naperville, IL 60563, (630) 453- 6960. For bidding instructions, visit w ww.dallegal. com 24 hours prior to sale
This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
Diaz Anselmo & Associates, LLC 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120 Naperville, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 midwestpleadings@dallegal.com 8144- 949207
January 8, 15, 22, 2 025 Putnam Count y Record 949 20 7
IN THE CIRCUIT C OU RT O F THE 10T H JUDICIAL CIRCU IT PU TNAM COUNT Y, ILLINOIS
U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATIO N, AS TRUSTEE, AS SUCCESSOR-IN-INTEREST TO U.S. BANK NATION AL ASSO CIATION, NOT IN ITS IN DIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SO LELY AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE, FOR TH E HOLDERS OF TH E CIM TRUST 2020- R3, MORTGAGE- BACKED NOTES, SERIES 2020- R3 PLAINTIFF, v. GINA J BARTLETT A/K/A GINA BARTLETT; BRETT J. BARTLETT AKA BRETT BARTLETT; UN KN OWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF DENETT BARTLETT, DECEASED ; UNKN OWN OWN ERS AND NO NRECO RD CLAIMANTS; DEFENDANTS.
CAS E NO.: 2024 FC 3 PROPERTY ADDRES S: 7 16 E RT 71
STA NDARD, IL 613 63 NO TICE BY PUBLIC AT ION
The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you:
GINA J BARTLETT A/K/A GINA BARTLETT BRETT J. BARTLETT AKA BRETT BARTLETT UN KNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF DENETT BARTLETT, DECEASED UN KNOWN OWN ERS AND NO N- RECORD CLAIMANTS that Plaintiff commenced this case in the Circuit Court of Putnam County against you and other defendants, for foreclosure of a certain mortgage lien recorded against the real estate described as follows: TH E FOLLOW IN G DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE, TO -WIT: LOTS 2 AN D 4 IN BLOCK 6 IN CRAPO AND WOODS FIRST ADDITION TO TH E VILLAGE OF STANDARD, EXCEPT A STRIP OF LAND TEN FEET IN WIDTH OFF TH E NORTH SIDE OF SAID LOT TW O HERETOFORE DEDICATED FOR HIGHWAY PU RPOSES BY DEDICATION DEED RECO RD ED IN THE RECO RD ERS OFFICE OF PUTN AM CO UN TY, ILLINO IS IN BO OK 82, PAGE 485, EXCEPT TH E COAL UND ERLYING TH E SU RFACE OF SAID LAND AN D ALL RIGHTS AND EASEMENTS IN FAVOR OF SAID MINERAL ESTATE, SITUATED IN PUTNAM CO UNTY, ILLINO IS PIN #02- 00-104- 060, PIN 02-00-104-040 Comm on Address: 716 E RT 71 STAN DARD, IL 61363 PIN: 02-00-104-060 and 02-00-104-040
Said mortgage was executed by DENETT BARTLETT, as mortgagor(s) and CITIFINANCIAL SERVICES, IN C, as mortgagee, on 8/9/2006 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Putnam County, Illinois as Document Number 06-0920.
You have been sued Read all documents attached to this Sum mons To participate in the case, you MU ST file an official document with the court within the time stated on this Sum mons called an “Appearance” and a document called an “Answer/Response”. The Answer/Response is not required in small claims or eviction cases unless ordered by the court. If you do not file an Appearance and Answ er/Response on time, the court my decide the case without hearing from you, and you could be held in default and lose the case.
After you fill out the necessary documents, you need to electronically file (e-file) them with the court. To e- file, you must create an account with an e- filing service provider For more inform ation, go to ilcourts.info/efiling If you cannot e-file, you can get an exem ption that allows you to file in-person or by mail.
You may be charged filing fees, but if you cannot pay them, you can file an Application for Waiver of Court Fees.
It is possible th at the court w ill allow you to attend the first court date in this case in-person or remotely by video or phone. Contact the Circuit Court Clerk' s office or visit the Court's website to find out whether this is possible and, if so, how to do this
Need help? Call or text Illinois Court Help at 833- 411- 1121 or go to ilcourthelp.gov for information about going to court, including how to fill our and file documents. You can also get free legal inform ation and legal referrals at illinoislegalaid.org. All documents referred to in this Summons can be found at ilcourts.info/forms. Other documents may be available from your local Circuit Court Clerk's office or website. ¿Necesita ayuda? Llame o envie un mansaj e de texto a Illinois Court Help al 833- 411- 1121, o visite ilcourthelp.gov para obtener información sobra los casos de la corte y cómo completer y presenter formularios. Unless you file your Appearance and Answer/Response in this case in the office of the clerk of this court by 1/31/2025 A JU DGM EN T OF FO RECLOSURE OR DECREEE BY DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AG AINST YOU FO R THE RELIEF ASKED FOR IN THE PLAINTIFF'S CO MPLAIN T. David Mazzella 6344319 Robertson Anschutz Schneid Crane & Partners, PLLC 205 N. Michigan Suite 810 Chicago, IL 60601
