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Tonica School Board looks at budget By Zachary J. Pratt news@tonicanews.com
TONICA — During its meeting Wednesday, Aug. 19, the Tonica School Board examined the tentative budget for the 2016 fiscal year. “I don’t normally send this out to board members because it’s a working document, always changing,” Interim Superintendent Lawrence Carlton said. “I just want to show all the new board members this is what goes into a budget.” Carlton reiterated the budget he presented to the board is not final.
“This will change many times,” he said. During the presentation, Carlton commented on a few particular points. “The tuition for Streator was $25,000,” Carlton said. “We were notified after this was typed, that a student moved to Streator.” This change will be incorporated into the final budget. Carlton briefly walked through a breakdown of where funding is coming from, with the comment that the school is getting less from the state than it should be. The school as a whole will have to adopt policies to make the most of state aid. Certain activities, such as
field trips, will need to be recorded in such a way that they can be calculated for state aid. “When a teacher asks for a field trip, we’re going to ask for a lesson plan. We’re going to ask for a roster,” Carlton said. In the principal’s report, Duane Schupp noted that only one parent has inquired into the changes to the handbook. Schupp said the new psychologist is “doing a nice job.” The school is working on getting the bathrooms
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Lostant Grade School examines enrollment, demographics By Zachary J. Pratt news@tonicanews.com
LOSTANT — The Lostant School Board meeting Wednesday, Aug. 19, provided a look into student enrollment. “I took a kindergartener off today because they have not enrolled yet, and I hear they might have moved,” Superintendent Sandra Malahy told the board. “So we might be down a kindergartener.” Malahy provided a report on the school’s demographics. She noted a clear divide between boys and girls in different age ranges. “We’re heavy on the top half with boys and on the bottom with girls,” Malahy said. “With our first and second grade classes, there’s only one boy in each grade level.” The observations seem to reflect the overall situation within the state. “People are fleeing Illinois,” Malahy said. “Illinois overall is losing demographic populations.” However, despite these demographic issues, Lostant is doing well in the area of fluid groupings.
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From day to night Lostant athletic banquet will be moved to night By Zachary J. Pratt news@tonicanews.com
LOSTANT — The Lostant School Board discussed changes for the athletics department for the upcoming school year at its Wednesday, Aug. 19 meeting. The main topic of discussion was athletic awards ceremonies. It was suggested all athletic awards be moved to night, so more parents could attend. Superintendent Sandra Malahy provided a brief account of why the awards were originally moved to the day, but said it might be worth trying a return to night. The move to night awards might also make it easier for coaches to attend, it was also pointed out. Cindy Burcar, school board member, was adamant in her belief the school should make events of the awards. “I think we need to do more things where it’s all structured,” Burcar said. “I just remember the athletic banquet — and I went to school 100 years ago — and it
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Getting ready for Tonica’s celebration Tonica public works employee Marc Lemrise spent a recent afternoon freshening the parking stripes in preparation for the Tonica Cruise-In on Saturday, Aug. 29. Along with the always popular car show there will also be live music, food, carriage rides, a carnival and a parade as part of Tonica’s two-day festival.
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“The largest fluid group is third and fourth grade math with 10 students,” Malahy said. “There’s a teacher and a paraprofessional in that room.” The Lostant school is looking good in this area. “Most school districts would kill for those numbers,” Malahy said. School textbooks, however, present a different issue for educators. “Textbooks are still not aligned to Common Core standards, even though the textbook companies want you to think they are,” Malahy said. This issue has led to teachers’ concerns regarding the time it takes to find materials which comply. In other action, the board first held a budget hearing. The budget is up for approval during the next meeting. The board recognized the Parent Teacher Organization for its donation of $150 toward the kindergarten room, $282.80 toward 20 iPad covers and $500 toward novel sets for third through eighth grade advanced readers; and Illini State Bank for its donation of $1,000, gathered from a fundraiser last spring, which will pay for new equipment in the K-8 science lab. “Without our partnerships with our community and our PTO, we would not have all the things we have, and I appreciate that,” Malahy said. The school received its general state aid. “However, it’s going to be readjusted down,” Malahy said. Malahy noted that, as a unit district, Lostant is on a low end with the tax rate. Members of the board acknowledged the school will not host Market Day. “It’s unfortunate, too, because it was a good cash cow,” Bob Lawless, board of education vice president, said. The board discussed matters of serious safety regarding three families. The school will now bus these students to ensure their well-being. The board approved the 2014-15 salary and benefits report for certified staff.
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was a big deal, and I don’t think we do that.” The awards show the children they are important. “I just think it shows kids that a special effort is being put out for them,” Burcar said. Burcar also volunteered to provide dinner for the team at Jax Place. “I just think it’s really important,” Burcar said. The quality of the awards themselves was also mentioned. “In the last couple of years, we’ve beefed up the level of plaques and awards,” Malahy said. “They’re not cheap.” The board approved moving the awards from day to night and including dinner at Jax Place. In other discussion,
it was mentioned that last year for the eighthgrade athletic night, the school held a parents-versus-kids game. It was suggested that such a game be held after the conclusion of each sport, but on its own night so the kids aren’t already tired beforehand. The question of opening the gym for fifththrough eighth - grade children in the evenings has been tabled until next month. It has to be decided how the open gym would be monitored. A cheerleader camp was suggested for one Sunday because the season is shorter this year. The board approved use of the gym for the camp. It was suggested that the cheerleaders travel to away games, with
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TONICA — The Tonica Fest 2015 parade will be Saturday, Aug. 29. This year’s theme is “American Tribute to the Red, White and Blue.” Line-up starts at 12:15 p.m. and the parade will kick off at 1 p.m. Anyone interested in being a part of the parade is asked to call Tina at 815-4423621.
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TONICA — Area crafters are invited to a “Stamp & Chat” night beginning at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 2, in Tonica. Participants can create a card, scrapbook page or craft project. For more information, call Cathy at 630-209-0605.
Tonica Grade cleaned up, and that the baseball field needs work. “The baseball field, to me, is not very representative of what I want from Tonica,” Schupp said, adding he will take the task upon himself if need be. “If I have to do it on Saturday, I will, to make sure it looks presentable.” he said. The custodians do not have access to all the tools they need. “They don’t have power tools at all,” Schupp said. “A Sawzall, I think that’s it.” In other action, the board approved moving the September board meeting to the Sept. 23. The November meeting was moved to Nov. 17, and the December
meeting was moved to Dec. 15. The school has been looking into its copier maintenance service contract. “We already sent a letter indicating we will not renew our contract until we decide copiers,” Carlton said. “Our present contract only calls for 20,000 copies. We’ve been going over that.” In the search for three new copiers, the school has talked to three vendors thus far. “Our current copiers were used when bought, discontinued in 2008, I believe,” Carlton said. The school is also examining its options for technology support. “We’ve talked to three groups on tech support,” Carlton said. “They are now getting
proposals ready for us.” The board approved Lynn Anderson’s intent to retire in the 2018-19 school year as well as the resignation of Hailee Weisbrock. The employment of Elaine Robinson as a Title I teacher and of Brenda Hartman as a paraprofessional were approved. There was discussion of employing a new music and band teacher. This is not the first time recently the Tonica school has had to go through the process. “We originally hired a lady, who called me and said she couldn’t do it,” Carlton said. A new candidate was then discussed and approved. The board also discussed hazardous bus routes.
Lostant only doing one game per school, so they can have a longer season. The board clarified that the school does not transport the team. “If they go, the parents do that,” Malahy said. “That way there’s no liability on us.” The board discussed the need for the whole team to be at these games. “If you have a cheerleading presentation
of a certain formation, and some people aren’t going to be there, you can’t do that,” Dianna Ioerger, board secretary, said. To solve the issue, it was suggested the team keep emergency formations set, but the matter was ultimately left to the coach. The board approved the Little Comets, a kindergarten- through fourth-grade group,
cheering at the last home game with the main cheerleading squad. A change in attire for the cheerleaders was also discussed. The suggestion was made to change the briefs to boys’ shorts because some of the cheerleaders feel the current uniform exposes too much, and they don’t feel comfortable performing all the movements.
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Additional mosquitoes test positive in LaSalle County OTTAWA — The LaSalle County Health Department reported that two batches of mosquitoes collected in Streator on Aug. 18 and a crow collected from Peru on Aug. 13 have tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV). In July, mosquitoes that were collected in Ottawa tested positive for WNV. In addition, two birds also tested positive for the virus in early August. To date, LaSalle County has not documented any human cases of WNV. WNVs is transmitted through the bite of a mosquito that has picked up the virus by feeding on an infected bird. Common WNV symptoms include fever, nausea, headache and muscle aches. Symptoms may last from a few days to a few weeks. However, four out of five people infected with WNV will not show any symptoms. In rare cases, severe illness including meningitis or encephalitis, or even death, can occur. People older than 50 are at higher risk for severe illness from West Nile virus.
The best way to prevent West Nile disease or any other mosquito-borne illness is to reduce the number of mosquitoes around your home and to take personal precautions to avoid mosquito bites. Precautions include practicing the three “Rs” — reduce, repel and report. Reduce exposure — Avoid being outdoors when mosquitoes are most active, especially between dusk and dawn. • Make sure doors and windows have tight-fitting screens. Repair or replace screens that have tears or other openings. Try to keep doors and windows shut, especially at night. • Eliminate all sources of standing water where mosquitoes can breed, including flower pots, wading pools, old tires and any other receptacles. Change water in bird baths weekly. Repel — When outdoors, wear shoes and socks, long pants and a long-sleeved shirt, and apply insect repellent that contains DEET, picaridin, oil of lemon eucalyptus or IR 3535, according to
label instructions. Consult a physician before using repellents on infants. Report — In communities where there are organized mosquito control programs, contact your municipal government to report areas of stagnant water in roadside ditches, flooded yards and similar locations that may produce mosquitoes. The LaSalle County Health Department would like to remind the general public to report any dead crows, blue jays, robins, perching birds or potential mosquito breeding sites to the health department at 815-4333366. A complete listing of WNV statistics for LaSalle County is available on the health department’s website at www.lasallecounty.org/hd. A statewide listing is available at the Illinois Department of Public Health’s website at www.dph.illinois.gov/topics-services/environmental-health-protection/vector-control-surveillance/ west-nile-virus-surveillance.
Nominations wanted for ‘40 Under Forty’ OGLESBY — The Illinois Small Business Development Center at Illinois Valley Community College is seeking nominations of individuals under 40 who have made positive contributions to their community or business. The annual “40 Under Forty” award recognizes leaders, business owners and community volunteers who make the community a better place to live and work. An individual must be nominated by Aug. 30 by a community member; all submissions will be reviewed by a selec-
tion committee. Self-nominations are not permitted; individuals can nominate more than one person. Award recipients will be notified and invited to attend a reception in their honor; 40 Under Forty, now in its fifth year, has recognized more than 160 young professionals. For rules and a nomination form, visit www.starvedrockstartup.com/40-under-forty/.For information, call SBDC business specialist Gina Czubachowski at 815-224-0526.
Starved Rock Alliance highlights need for young entrepreneurs By Mike Billy, The Ottawa Times Special to the BCR
OTTAWA — Young entrepreneurs are the key to the future of Starved Rock Country. That was the message during a Starved Rock Country Alliance public gathering on Tuesday, Aug. 18, at the Fairfield Inn in Ottawa. “We’re here because we don’t want your money, we need your help,” said Dick Janko, a Peru entrepreneur who is on the alliance’s steering committee. “The young people are the future of our area.” Several local entrepreneurs and local government officials were present at the meeting, including Bill Phelan, who is a Streator city councilman and owner of the Silver Fox, and Streator City Manager Scot Wrighton. Dave Lourie, general manager of Total Environmental Service Technologies, said he often hears that too many young people are leaving Starved Rock Country. The key, he said, is to get those people to come back when they have a
business start-up idea. “We need young people to make the commitment to come back,” he said. Lourie, who is on the alliance’s steering committee, said the group is doing something different than other economic development organizations. Their goal is to help small businesses take the first step getting off the ground. Janko echoed the need to help small businesses. “We’re not looking for big industry,” he said. “If a big industry wants to come here they know where to go. We’re looking for small industries, and we’re looking for entrepreneurial people that we can put into business and hopefully they will become big and strong.” One of the ways the alliance plans to help small businesses is through their capital funds project, which helps businesses with start up or expansion costs, said Cody Grandadam, who also is on the alliance’s steering committee. Grandadam, president of Promier Products, was able to get his business
started with help from a neighbor who allowed him to use warehouse space at no cost. “We want to do for other people what my neighbor did for me,” he said. “We want to help business people with the tools, money and infrastructure they need to be successful.” The alliance also is starting a program to talk to high school students about entrepreneurship to help them “start thinking bigger,” Grandadam said. Lourie said the alliance has talked to businesses involved in food processing, education, wood working and agriculture, including a day care in Streator. “We are a group of people that are goal oriented,” he said. “We want to get things done.” Lourie highlighted a small daycare business in Streator the alliance is helping find a larger location to grow into. “There is a success story — there is a young guy or a young gal — with a business in their basement on a corner of every town in our area,” he said. “We just have to find them.”
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The Glad Game As I have written about before here, summertime always reminds me of lying under a tree in my front yard with a book in my hand, trying to keep cool and enjoy a good book. Those fond memories also make me remember a couple of books that I read COMMENTARY and reread as a child. We didn’t own a lot of books when I was young. Our at-home library was limited to an older copy of “Twas the Night Before Christmas,” the Bible and two small books titled “Pollyanna” and “Pollyanna Grows Up.” If you have never read any of the “Pollyanna” books, they are quite special. The books, written by Eleanor Porter, were first published in 1913. In the first book, Pollyanna was an 11-year-old girl who had unfortunately lost both of her parents and was sent to live with her Aunt Polly. Aunt Polly had lived alone for many years and the addition of 11-year-old Pollyanna was quite a change for stern Polly. Aunt Polly was not always kind to Pollyanna, but little Pollyanna used a game her father had taught her to get through all of the days with a smile. The game ... “The Glad Game,” had taught Pollyanna to always look for the bright side of everything. Soon, Pollyanna was teaching everyone in her new town as well as Aunt Polly to always see something good in every situation. Through the eyes of an 11 year old, a town learns that seeing the good is always better than only looking at the bad. The second book that was in the small collection was “Pollyanna Grows Up.” In this book Pollyanna is recovering from polio, and she and her Aunt Polly travel to Europe and encounter loss, joy and sorrow. Even Pollyanna struggles to keep a smile on her face and to maintain her “glad” attitude. This book, like the first, became a favorite of mine. These first “Pollyanna” books written by Ms. Porter and the additional books in the series written with the same Pollyanna theme though by other authors, have become classics in children’s literature. Little did I know at the time I was reading those books, that I was reading something that would or already had become a classic. I still think about Pollyanna and how she always saw the good or the bright side. Living life as Pollyanna did is not easy. Seeing the good in every situation is really not easy. I don’t know how Pollyanna did it. Maybe her life was simpler, I don’t know; I certainly struggle to see the good every day. I play a really terrible round of golf, what to do? Oh, yes, Pollyanna would think, I’ll play again tomorrow, and I will do better. That’s the good in me talking; the bad side tells me that I will play again tomorrow, and I will probably play worse than I did today. I drive down the street and end up behind the slowest driver known, I am irritated. I should think that I am not in any hurry, so just enjoy the day; but I am usually just annoyed because the person is driving too slowly for my taste. I celebrate another birthday (you know as we get older birthdays should be a real celebration of our life), but sometimes I look at mine as “Oh, no I’m another year older.” Living as Pollyanna is indeed tough for me. There are some things that I have no trouble playing “The Glad Game” about. I am glad that I have a great family — husband, daughter, son-in-law and grandsons; I am glad that I have the opportunity to live my life as I want; I am glad that I live in a country where I can think what I want and say what I want without someone censoring those things. Those are the basics that I am always glad about. “The Glad Game” is a simple idea, yet not always an easy way to live. I keep thinking I will get better at it. I’m hopeful, and if I’m lucky, glad that I will have that opportunity. Nita Wyatt of Wyanet can be reached at wyattnm1950@yahoo.com.
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Like a streak of ... Meteor showers perturb me. Take the latest one for instance. Last week, there was a three or four night period when the Perseid meteor shower was visible to us earthlings. When I heard about it, to say the least, my interest was piqued. Whenever I hear about one of these stellar phenomenons occurring, I get all giddy and excited. When I was a little kid, my parents bought me a small telescope because I was a little space nerd. I remember that I would go outside at night and check out the moon. It wasn’t powerful enough to really view the constellations very well, but I still tried. A couple of times, I think I witnessed some of the voyages of the Starship Enterprise, whose five-year mission was to explore strange new worlds, to seek out new life and new civilizations, to boldly go where no man has gone before. Yeah, I like space stuff. I have been known to drag my wife out of bed at 2:30 in the morning to drive out in the country to get a better view of stars shooting across the inky-black sky. I even brought my son one time when he was very young. He snored his excitement at the display. My family and I have just recently moved out to the country from the big city and its bright, glaring street lights, so I thought that this would be the ideal time to view this astral event. My wife wasn’t home but my 10-year-old daughter was and she came up with the idea to spread a blanket out in the darkest part of the farm yard so we could just lay back and behold the meteor-filled heavens. I was beyond happy to
Greg Wallace COMMENTARY hear this from her. I finally had a semi-willing participant to join me in my nocturnal stargazing habits. I let her pick out the spot in the yard, and I must say that she did an excellent job. It was out of the view of the yard light, which might obscure our view, but yet close enough to the house that we would have somewhat easy access to snacks and/or bathroom facilities. As we spread out the blanket, I was already starting to point out Orion’s Belt and how you can find the North Star by using the Big Dipper. That’s right, I was getting ready to go full-blown Carl Sagan on her with my vast knowledge of the galaxies, a portion of which might actually be correct. We laid back and we beheld the star-filled sky. She was brimming with questions. She was like my little Mr. Spock, ever curious about the mysteries of the universe. We were going to see bolts of light streak across the sky. This was going to be great. As I explained to her how fast the meteors that we were about to see were traveling, we heard a noise off in the distance. It was a high-pitched yipping noise. It was followed by several other yipping noises. Some were north of our position and some were more to the south and some to the west. Some were farther away while some of the yipping was much closer. I didn’t
really think too much about it until Spock asked me what the annoying noise was. I nonchalantly said that I thought it was probably coyotes. As I started to go into the spiel about the time I had seen the aurora borealis at a friend’s house many years ago, I realized that I was talking to myself. I propped my head up just quickly enough to see the shadowy visage of my chief science officer streaking across the dimly moonlit yard to the comparative safety of our front porch. Once she got inside the door, I swear I heard her lock it. Apparently, green-blooded Vulcans don’t particularly care for the wild North American coyote. As I lay there on that blanket contemplating that all of my daughter’s interests in the cosmos had disappeared at warp speed, another coyote started to howl. All of the sudden, I realized that I was the only thing on the menu at the time. It was time to go. So, depending on your viewpoint, in a rare occurrence, two bodies streaked across the horizon that night. The first was small, lightning-quick with a high-pitched squeal. The second didn’t move as fast, was much larger with possibly its own orbit and had an even higher-pitched scream to it. We just moved into this country house a short time ago and now I’ll probably have to start looking for another place to live ... one that is coyote-free. Stupid meteor shower. You can contact Wallace at gregwallaceink7@gmail.com. You can follow him on his blog at http:// gregwallaceink.blogspot.com.
Field of Dreams My grandson, Greg Darrell Alleman, received a scholarship in cross country running and track from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville. There he met Ann Tank who also was at Platteville on a cross country and track scholarship. They both are dedicated runners. They were married after graduating. Greg is a math teacher and coach at Lancaster High School about 20 miles north of Platteville. Ann is a physical education teacher and coach at Dodgeville, Wis., 20 miles east of Platteville. They recently ran in the 119th running of the Boston Marathon at the official starting point in Hopkinton, Mass. They decided to run there to test their physical and mental fortitude because they both have always had an attraction to running in the Boston Marathon. Running the 26.2 mile Boston Marathon is a challenge for serious runners only. Greg ran track and cross country at Putnam County High School. Ann ran track and cross country for Dodgeville/Mineral Point High School. In high school, Ann helped her school program to win two division titles and, with University Pioneers at Platteville, she became a nine-time All-American. Neither had run a marathon before last summer, although the idea of running at Boston had always been on Ann’s mind since watching her mother run the race in 2003. To run in the Boston Marathon, runners must first meet the qualifying standard at a certified feeder marathon. To qualify, Greg and Ann decided to run in the Grandma’s Marathon in Duluth, Minn., on June 20, 2014. Ann finished the race in a time of 3:13.43, well below the 3:35 qualifying time for the Boston Marathon. Greg
came in at 3:03.38, less than two minutes under his qualifying time of 3:05. With their acceptance into the Boston Marathon secured, Greg and Ann began a rigorous 18-week training program using the hilly terrain around Lancaster. They started off with lower mileage runs and worked their way up to running as much as 20 miles on a given day. They logged in an average of 65 miles a week. That meant getting up at 4 a.m. every morning before school, even in the cold dark during the winter. Greg said he finds it “a lot harder to run without a goal.” Ann said running the Boston Marathon was easier than she thought it would be. Greg said it was definitely challenging, but it was easier than his first marathon. Greg ran the Boston Marathon in a time of 2:52.32, finishing 950th out of 5,047 runners in the 18 to 39 year-old men’s division. Ann finished the race in a time of 3:12.20 and placed 445th of 6,145 runners in the 18-39 year-old
women’s division. “There is really nothing like it,” said Ann. “The weather was not ideal at all. It was rainy, windy and cold, but the crowds came out and cheered at every mile.” Greg said he had heard a lot about this race, but it is a way different experience firsthand. “It was very motivating and challenging, which is what drew us to it,” he said. There was a total of 30,000 runners in this year’s marathon. To say the least I am so proud of Greg and Ann. ••• This is an Irish blessing: “May God grant you always a sunbeam to warm you, a moonbeam to charm you, a sheltering angel so nothing can harm you. Laughter to cheer you. Faithful friends near you. And whenever you pray, Heaven to hear you. ••• Thank you for reading. Darrell Alleman can be reached at news@putnamcountyrecord. com.
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Cruise-in planned in Tonica The Tonica Cruise-In will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, in downtown Tonica. The entry fee is $5. Dash plaques will be given to the first 125 cars. Trophies will be awarded. There will also be give-aways and a 50/50 drawing. Music will be provided by Bad Dog Productions. A pork chop dinner, sponsored by the Tonica Fire Department, will be served from 4 to 7 p.m. There will also be vendors and a beer garden. For further information, call Bob and Mary Beth Beenenga at 815-228-3177. All proceeds will be donated to the Tonica Fire Department. A street dance will be held after, from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. with music by 3 Day Weekend.
Tonica High School alumni dinner planned TONICA — The Tonica High School alumni dinner will be Saturday, Sept. 12, at the Oglesby Elks Club. Cocktails will start at 6 p.m. with dinner at 7 p.m. The tickets will be $25 each, with checks payable to the Tonica Alumni. Checks can be mailed to Mark Baer, 1120 E. Tyler St., Morton, IL 61550. Include the year that you graduated and if your class is celebrating a reunion and would like special seating arrangements. Tonica Grade School graduates are also invited. Reservations are due by Monday, Aug. 31.
Breakfast Aug. 31 — Scrambled eggs and toast, yogurt, cereal, fruit and juice. Sept. 1 — Toaster pastry, string cheese, yogurt, cereal, fruit and juice. Sept. 2 — Danish, yogurt, cereal, fruit and juice. Sept. 3 — Breakfast toast, yogurt, cereal, fruit and juice. Sept. 4 — Uncrustable, yogurt, cereal, fruit and juice. Lunch Aug. 31 — Turkey, smile potatoes, corn, pears, milk. Sept. 1 — Tenderloin on bun, tater tots, carrots, applesauce, milk. Sept. 2 — Ham and au gratin potatoes, green beans, cantaloupe, milk. Sept. 3 — Cheese pizza, spinach salad, orange, milk. Sept. 4 — Mandarin orange chicken, rice, pineapple, milk.
Tonica Grade School Breakfast Aug. 31 — Bagel and cream cheese or cereal, toast, granola, yogurt, fruit, juice, milk. Sept. 1 — Mini pancakes and syrup or cereal, toast, granola, yogurt, fruit, juice, milk. Sept. 2 — Scrambled eggs or cereal,
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1960's formica table, leaf, 4 chairs $175; 1950's dropleaf desk, $75; 1930's wood wardrobe $125. 815-742-2781 3 shelf off-white bookcase, 67”high & 24”wide, $25; 2 window air conditioners $20 each. Call 815-878-7199 Proform 785 EX treadmill, $275; Impex Fitness Tech Rod gym $150; VCR/VHS tapes .25¢ each. Call 815-875-6053 Rolltop desk & chair $350; 2 drawer filing cabinet $10; classical record sets $3 each. Call 815-869-3054 SEATONVILLE 111 Center Street. Thursday, Friday, Saturday, August 27, 28 29; 8am-5pm. MULTI-FAMILY SALE. Lots of Hunting items, pocket knifes. Boy's clothing 3t-7; womens plus size clothing. Misc items
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- 700 Real Estate For Sale 767 • Mobile Home Sales **************** PUBLISHER'S NOTICE All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call, HUD tollfree at 800 669-9777. The toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 800 927-9275
stick and syrup or cereal, toast, granola, yogurt, fruit, juice, milk. Sept. 4 — Cinnamon rolls or cereal, toast, granola, yogurt, fruit, juice, milk. Lunch Aug. 31 — Hot dog on bun, baked beans, applesauce, pretzels, milk. Sept. 1 — Breaded chicken patty on bun, corn, fruit, milk. Sept. 2 — Early dismissal, no lunch. Sept. 3 — Make your own sandwich: bread, ham, turkey, salami, cheese slice or peanut butter and jelly, carrots, celery, fresh fruit, cookies, milk. Sept. 4 — Cheese or sausage pizza, Romaine lettuce and salad dressing, fresh fruit, milk.
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Aug. 31 — Meatloaf, mashed potatoes and gravy, carrots, watermelon. Sept. 1 — Grilled burgers, macaroni salad, baked beans, chips, fruit cocktail, dessert. Sept. 2 — Pork chops, whole roasted potatoes, green beans, apple, wheat bread, dessert. Sept. 3 — PCCC salad luncheon. Sept. 4 — Cream of potato soup with crackers, ham salad on wheat bread with lettuce, banana, fruit juice.
999 • Legal Notices NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON TENTATIVE BUDGET NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Tentative Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for the L O S T AN T COMMUNITY LIBRARY Lostant, LaSalle County, Illinois, for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2015 and ending June 30, 2016 is on file and conveniently available for public inspection at the Lostant Library Building Lostant, II. NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that a Public Hearing on the Tentative Budget and Appropriation Ordinance will be held at 5:30 p.m. on September 30, 2015 at the Lostant Library Building Lostant, II , and final action on the Budget and Appropriation Ordinance will be taken by the Library Trustees at a meeting to be held at that time and place. Secretary Lostant Community Library Published in the Tonica News Aug. 28, 2015.
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T nica Fest 2015 TONICA, ILLINOIS
August 28th & 29th Friday, August 28
Saturday, August 29 10am: Kids Parade, Kids Activity & Inflatables, Dunk Tank, Medallion Hunting 1pm: Parade “A Tribute to the RED, WHITE & BLUE”
3pm: Pedal Tractor Pulls pm: Kids Activity & Inflatables, Dunk Tank, Bags Tournament, TFD Water Fight, Medallion 4pm: TFD Porkchop Dinner, Cruise-in Car Show, Carriage Rides Hunting, Petting Zoo pm: The Higgins Brothers Band
Enjoy Tonica Fest!
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