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LaSalle County unemployment still falling Percentage still among the highest in the state By Ken Schroeder news@tonicanews.com

It’s still good news/bad news for LaSalle County in the unemployment picture. While unemployment has dropped precipitously from 11.1 percent to 8.8 percent since August 2013, the county still has one of the highest unemployment percentages in the state. Only Bureau and Mason counties have higher rates with 8.9 percent and 9.1 percent respectively. Four metropolitan areas are listed as having worse unemployment rates: Rockford, Peoria, Kankakee and Decatur. Statewide, unemployment rates in August fell in every metro for the fifth consecutive month and are at six- and seven-year lows, according to preliminary data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES). Rates also fell in all 102 counties for the third consecutive month. The data, which is not seasonally adjusted, compares August 2014 with August 2013 and does not remove the effects of regular or seasonal patterns. “This is encouraging news — more people working than one year ago and fewer people describing themselves as unemployed,” IDES Director Jay Rowell said. “We

now will look to see how the falling unemployment rate trend unfolds as employers continue to add permanent jobs, and we begin to experience seasonal hiring.” “Also, area employers advertised for 5,100 positions in August, and approximately 85 percent sought full-time employment, according to Help Wanted OnLine data compiled by the Conference Board. It is a global, independent business membership and research association,” Greg Rivara, director of Information Strategies for IDES said. “Employers actually need more workers than the help wanted advertising indicates because some industries, such as construction, typically don’t advertise job openings.” The leisure and hospitality industry recorded job growth in most metropolitan areas with 10 out of 12 areas reporting new jobs. The August 2014 not seasonally adjusted statewide rate was 6.7 percent compared to 9.1 percent one year ago. Nationally, the rate was 6.3 percent in August and 7.3 percent one year ago. The rate identifies those who are out of work and looking for work and is not tied to collecting unemployment insurance benefits. Historically, the state unemployment rate is higher than the national rate.

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DDP Yoga instructor Matt Hancock (left) leads Tonica Grade School students through their paces during a reward day Sept. 22. Hancock is a lifelong friend of Superintendent John Suarez and was the first qualified Level 1 instructor for DDP Yoga, a program that mixes ordinary yoga techniques with strength training, Pilates and mixed martial arts.

Yoga — Tonica Grade School style Students, staff get a workout By Ken Schroeder news@tonicanews.com

TONICA — Through the Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports program, the teachers and administration have rewarded their students in some creative ways for good behavior and academic work. There have been scooter races and dancing in the hallways ... among other things. Now you can add yoga to the list.

Matt Hancock, owner of Hammer’s Energy Fitness LLC in LaSalle, came to the school on Sept. 22 and led the lower grades — and their teachers — through an hour yoga session the students enjoyed immensely. “When I told one of the kids what we were going to do, he said, ‘Yoga? I’m not going to do that.’ He just wasn’t open to it,” Tonica Grade School Superintendent John Suarez said. “I did the workout with them, and when I saw the boy in the crowd, he was joining in.” “This is one of the best schools I’ve been to,” Hancock said. “The kids were open; they

were attentive; and they tried. There were a few kids here and there going through the motions, but I think they had fun, and most of them were really trying.” Hancock does not look like a yoga instructor. With his shaved head, muscular frame and goatee, he looks like he would be more at home in a boxing ring. With an infectious, upbeat demeanor, he led the students through their paces in the school gymnasium. “Matt and I grew up together,” Suarez said. “We went to school together, and he’s always been a fun person. I knew that this would be a lot of fun.”

Apparently, what he’s doing is catching on. “I started the business back at the beginning of the year in January. I quit my full-time job as of March,” Hancock said. “I called it ‘Hammer Energy’ because ‘Hammer’ was my nickname and ‘Energy’ because I’m kind of crazy.” Yoga might seem like a boring thing for grade school students, but this isn’t your mother’s yoga. This is quite a bit different; unique in fact. Hancock is one of very few instructors in the country that is certified in DDP Yoga, a program designed by former pro

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Lostant 2015 calendar nearing completion Publication has a waiting list for advertisers By Ken Schroeder news@tonicanews.com

LOSTANT — A long-standing tradition continues in Lostant as the Lostant Ladies’ League gathers the information for the village’s annual calen-

dar. Although the ladies league is now in charge of the calendar, they didn’t begin the tradition. “The Methodist Church did it, but that was a long time ago,” Norma Lightle of the Lostant Ladies League said. “Originally, we had a lady who came from the company that printed this, and she was very pushy. One of the ladies in the league said, ‘Why don’t we just do it ourselves?’ We’ve been doing it since 1976-

77.” The calendar is a chronicle of the village residents with birthdays and anniversaries listed on each day in the calendar. Lightle said many former residents order a copy so they can stay in touch with the people and events in Lostant. “We have a number to call if there are changes, and we do get changes,” Lightle said. “People will see us and ask us to change a birthday or anniversary.”

“We have super people in the club who know all the stuff,” Marlena Simeck said. “Really, we haven’t had too many problems that way.” The calendar is printed at St. Bede, and though the ladies try to keep the calendar as accurate as possible, Lightle said it isn’t easy. “It is tricky. When we used to go through it, sometimes we just assumed they’d make the change, but it didn’t always happen,” Lightle said.

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While the Lostant Ladies League is bearing the torch aloft, Simeck noted the members of the league are getting older and have looked for someone else to pick up the task. “We’ve asked other groups if they would be interested in doing it — younger groups — and nobody is, so we keep it,” she said. Local businesses support the calendar with advertising. Lightle said the sup-

port is so strong there’s currently a waiting list for new advertisers for the calendar. Time is running out to add new resident birthdays and anniversaries. “I try to have it to the printers by mid-October. Depending on how busy St. Bede is, we can have it back by early November,” Lightle said. Additions and corrections to the calendar can be made by calling 815-3683422.

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Yoga instructor Matt Hancock and students from Tonica Grade School give the “self-high-five,” a symbol of former pro-wrestler Diamond Dallas Page. Page designed DDP Yoga while recovering from a back injury and Hancock was the first Level 1 certified instructor of the yoga program.

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wrestler Diamond Dallas Page. “I didn’t become a pro wrestler until I was 35, and my career didn’t take off until I was 39. At 40, I was one of the top wrestlers in the world, and then at 42 I suffered a potentially career-ending injury,” Page said. “Three doctors said my wrestling career was over. Around

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that time my wife said I should try yoga to heal my body. I was like, yoga — you’re kidding, right? I always thought yoga was a bunch of spiritual mumbo jumbo. But I was desperate, so I gave it a shot. I was blown away by the fact that yoga was actually helping my body and my mind! But as good as I was feeling, the reality was that yoga wasn’t giving me the intensity I needed in my workout. “I started looking at

other exercise techniques to help me build more strength. I also wanted a full-blown cardio workout that wouldn’t beat up my body,” Page said. “I teamed up with trainers, nutritionists and kinesiologists and ended up with a workout where I took the basic principles of yoga blended with elements of strength conditioning, Pilates and mixed martial arts.” Page released a set of DVDs detailing how the

system worked and containing 13 separate workouts for the starting novice. Hancock was a longtime wrestling fan — when he was younger, he wanted to be a pro wrestler himself — and ordered a set the first time he saw it. When Page called him personally and thanked him, Hancock felt a connection. That summer, he went to a health convention Page was attending and met him in person. At Page’s suggestion, Han-

cock started the process of becoming the first certified Level 1 DDP instructor and setting up shop in LaSalle. In addition to running his yoga center, Hancock does workshops at hospitals and other fitness centers as well as making the school rounds. “I want kids to see that it can be fun to get fit. If I can make just one kid improve his diet and exercise per school, it’s worth it,” Hancock said.

Test your knowledge Trivia night to benefit Tonica Grade School By Ken Schroeder news@tonicanews.com

TONICA — The Tonica Parent Teacher Committee (PTC) is organizing a trivia night for 6 p.m. Oct.

18 at the Tonica Fire Station on Route 251. Proceeds for the event will go directly to benefit Tonica Grade School. “This will be the big fundraiser for us for the year,” PTC member Kari

Leffelman said. “We’ve never done this before, but we’re excited. The PTC plans different activities and technology purchases for the kids and the classrooms.” Teams are limited to eight players, and the cost is $10 per person. Reservations are preferred, but Leffelman said teams who walk in the night of the event will not

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be turned away. “We’re hoping for 25 tables,” Leffelman said. “There should be enough room at the fire station for that.” Cash prizes for the trivia night will be given to first, second and third place. In addition, there will be pull tabs, baskets to bid on, a 50/50 raffle and silent auctions. “We’ll have beverag-

es and food,” Leffelman said. “We’ll also be serving beer and wine coolers.” Local part-time actor John Redshaw will ask the questions during eight rounds, plus a bonus round for prizes. “We’ve still got a couple of big prizes we’re trying to arrange,” Leffelman said. “We think this will be a lot of fun.”

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Obituaries Steven Nagel

Victims continue to rise with identify theft

CANTON — A celebration of life for Steven R. Nagel, formerly of Canton, who passed away Thursday, Aug. 21, 2014, will be from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 5, at the Ingersoll Airport in Canton. A short program in his honor will begin at 2 p.m.

Easter Seals of LaSalle, Bureau counties has new team members Susan Bursztynsky, president and CEO of Easter Seals, has announced the recent hire of Tracy Beattie, director of development; promotion of Tara Ohlendorf from a teacher to the director of Child Development, and the recent hire of Lindsey Reed as a physical therapist. “Tracy, Tara and Lindsey are all excellent, qualified individuals that bring talent, experience, energy and passion to Easter Seals. We are very lucky to have them on the team,” said Bursztynsky. Beattie was hired in July as director of development for Easter Seals of LaSalle and Bureau counties. In this position, she will be responsible for all fundraising and marketing functions. Tracy has more

than 17 years of experience in marketing and fundraising, most recently at Marklund in Geneva, as director of fundraising and VNA of Fox Valley in Aurora, as director of development. Beattie is from Ottawa but has just moved back after living in the suburbs for the last 20 years. She is a graduate of Ottawa High School and Eastern Illinois University. Ohlendorf was recently promoted to director of the Kids Can Child Development Center at Easter Seals of LaSalle and Bureau counties. She has been working at the Kids Can Child Development Center for 10 years as a teacher. Ohlendorf graduated from Northern Illinois University with a degree in elementary education and lives in Ottawa with

her husband and family. Reed was recently hired as physical therapist at Easter Seals of LaSalle and Bureau counties. She has been a physical therapist in the Illinois Valley since August 2013, practicing in skilled nursing facilities in the area. She received her undergraduate degree in kinesiology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 2009. Reed then completed her graduate work and received her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Governors State University in 2013. Her previous clinical experiences include outpatient orthopedics, skilled nursing, and pediatrics, including early intervention, at clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities in Illinois.

CHICAGO — Identity thieves victimize nearly 10 million people each year. Those victims include everyone, from infants to the retired, men and women, employed and unemployed, and college students. A recent study done by the Federal Trade Commission reveals adults 18-29 years old file the most identity theft complaints. For that age group, and college students in particular, identity theft often ranks far down the list of what’s important. That’s because they have not taken into consideration the devastation to their financial future that can be the result of identity theft. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) sees identity theft as an area that requires constant vigilance. Exactly what is identity theft? Simply put it is: • Unauthorized use or attempted use of existing credit cards. • Unauthorized use or attempted use of other existing accounts such as checking accounts. • Misuse of personal information to obtain new accounts or loans, or to commit other crimes. “Identity theft generally falls into two categories,” said Steve J. Bernas, president and CEO of the Better Business Bureau serv-

ing Chicago and Northern Illinois. “For college students it’s often the casual or one-time theft that may involve a current or former roommate. And the other is professional and involves a criminal organization.” Bernas noted, “College students need to consider the long-term impact of identity theft and take seriously what they should do to protect themselves.” Recommendations from the BBB include: • Never loan your credit or debit card to anyone, even if they are a friend. Also, just say no if a friend wants you to co-sign a loan or finance agreement for items like cars, TVs or computers. • Don’t share too much information on social networks. People using social networking for five or more years are twice as likely to suffer identity fraud as those newer to these sites. • Make sure your computer has up-to-date antivirus and spyware software. Be diligent with installing updates and patches to your computer’s operating system or browser software. These will help keep your computer safe from hacking attempts by online identity thieves. • Important documents should be stored under lock and key. These include Social Security card, pass-

port and financial statements. • Shred any paper documents that have sensitive financial information rather than simply tossing them out. Also shred any credit card offers that come in the mail. • Always check your credit or debit card statements closely for any suspicious activity. The sooner you identify any potential fraud, the less you’ll suffer in the long run. • School mailboxes are not always secure, and mailboxes in a dorm or apartment can often be easily accessed. To combat sticky fingers in the mailroom, have sensitive mail sent to a permanent address such as your parents’ home or a PO Box. • When shopping on unfamiliar websites, always check the company out first with BBB at www.bbb. org. Also look for the BBB Accredited Business seal along with other trust seals and click on the seals to confirm that they are legitimate. Check your credit report at least once a year with all three reporting bureaus for any suspicious activity or inaccuracies. You can do this for free by visiting www.annualcreditreport.com. For more tips, visit www. bbb.org.

State announces start of LIHEAP for winter energy assistance Application period open for seniors, people with disabilities SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) has announced that seniors and people with disabilities can begin applying for winter heating assistance through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). Under LIHEAP, utility bill payments are made on behalf of certain low-income households containing individuals with health risks. “Last winter was one

for the record books. Our residents shouldn’t have to worry about utility costs when warming their homes,” Gov, Pat Quinn said. “The goal of this program is to make certain that Illinois’ most vulnerable citizens can remain healthy, safe and warm this winter.” Clients must bring all required documentation when applying for assistance, including: • Proof of gross income from all household members for the 30-day income

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The Editorial Page The Tonica News Sam R Fisher

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Appreciating a little mess Sometimes a little mess in the house looks nice to me. A couple weeks ago, our nephew, Andy, and his wife, Danyelle, and three young daughters were at our house for the evening. The girls, Abree, 7, Maelah, 5, and Gloria, 3, had been to our house before and knew there was a stockpile of toys somewhere. But since our grandkids live in other states and their last visits were several months ago, the toys at our house had long been put away. My house was neat and organized, at least to my standard, COMMENTARY with the children’s books and puzzles, card games, crayons and markers all stored in dresser drawers in a spare bedroom. The larger toys, like the kitchen set and building blocks, were stored downstairs next to the family room. But on that Saturday night, our little guests needed some toys, and I gladly hauled everything out for my great-nieces. It was such fun having little girls playing in my house again while we adults visited and watched the girls. But before long, it was time for them to go, and Andy and Danyelle had their daughters clean up the toys before they left. After waving good-bye to the girls and their parents, I turned back to our now quiet living room. The puzzles and books were neatly stacked on the coffee table. The downstairs toys were lined up against a wall. Our house looked about back to normal. But somehow, I couldn’t help but feel a tinge of sadness as I walked through our now silent and neat house. Quite a bit of energy and life had left as that young family drove away. The next morning, I poured my morning coffee and sat down in the living room, ready to do some Bible reading. I glanced across the room and saw a little white teddy bear on its side along the wall by the couch and, a short distance away, Mr. Bump was hiding underneath a corner table. I smiled as I stood to pick up the stray toys, but then, thinking better of it, I decided I liked the toys just where they were, and I sat back down. I liked that my home has that decorative look that says a child has been here, that a child has made herself at home and played. Two weeks later, that little white teddy bear remains by the back of the couch and Mr. Bump is still underneath the table. And I’m in no hurry to pick them up and put them back into storage. Because each time I look at those toys, I remember what they represent to me and the little girls who had played there. And once again, I decide it’s good to have a few toys scattered about in my life. I suppose there will come a day when I pick up those toys and put them away, but I’m not ready just yet. Sometimes a little bit of mess looks really nice to me. Shaw Media Staff Writer Donna Barker can be reached at dbarker@bcrnews.com.

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On the street

What is your favorite fall activity and why?

“It isn’t mowing, I will tell you that. I like to go fishing.” Leland Decker, Lostant

“My favorite fall activity is probably harvest time because I just love the smell of it.” Jennifer Mertel, Tonica

“Go to my kid’s football games in El Paso.” Quint Stimpert, El Paso

“Gardening without a doubt. It’s been good this year because of the rain. I really can move things around.” Mary Jane Stephen, Lostant

“All I do is work, so it doesn’t matter what my favorite fall activities are. When we aren’t working here we farm, and that’s about it.” Bob Warnel, LaSalle

Walking the road not chosen Editor’s note: After failing a mammogram test earlier this spring, Barb Kromphardt entered the world of breast cancer treatment. Following a surgical biopsy, she was diagnosed with DCIS, an early-stage cancer, in her right breast. She is sharing her story with the readers. It was time for the next phase of my treatment. No more scalpels or stitches or anesthesia. Just six or seven weeks of daily visits to my local cancer center to blast any lurking cancer cells to kingdom come. Each treatment would only take about five to 10 minutes, so how tough was that? Stretch out for a few minutes and relax, right? Oh well. While each treatment would be brief, my first visit would take about an hour. I would be scanned and measured so the doctor could determine the best angles for the radiation, and then the machine would be programmed to deliver the proper treatment every time I came in. To hold me steady, the technician introduced me to something called a breast board. The device is kind of like a gynecologist’s set of stirrups, except for the arms rather than the legs. I lay flat under the scanning machine and raised my arms above my head. Two sets of padded restraints were on either side of my head, one to control the placement of my upper arms, and the other my forearms. My hands were loosely clasped above my head. “Now don’t move,” the technician told me. The room went dim, and the scanning device began to move above me, rotating into one posi-

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tion after another. The technician would dart in occasionally to draw on my breast with a green marker. Then it was time for my tattoos. Now I am not a particularly cool person, and the tattoo craze has passed me by. But lying on my back in a dim room, I received, not one or two, but five tattoos. There was one on either side, and three vertical ones in the center of my chest. The technician explained the tattoos would guide the radiation machine to treat me precisely the same way each visit. “This one might hurt a little,” she said as she placed a bluish dot on my sternum. Lying so still for so long eventually began to hurt. I’ve got a bit of a funny shoulder, and holding my arm in that position for that long was truly uncomfortable. Minding the admonition not to move, I twitched, flinched and wriggled my toes, and even let out the occasional moan. But the prep work was finally done, and the plan for my treatment was set. The first day of treatment was intimidating. The technician took me back to the treatment room where the giant machine loomed over my head. Undressing from the waist up, I clutched a little white towel to my chest while they led me to the machine. Oh joy, another breast board! I lay down and let the technicians arrange my arms over

my head. They had me wriggle around, first a little to the left, then a bit to the right while they lined up my tattoos with laser lights glowing from the walls. Then it was time. The technicians left for the control room, and I lay there alone with my poor, scarred breast pointing skyward, almost numb with apprehension over what was to come. But as the radiation machine began to rotate over my head, a smile slowly broke out on my face. There, on the ceiling, was a huge picture of a winding path leading through a cherry orchard in full bloom! During the 35 days of my treatment — which generally lasted less than 10 minutes each day — I came to know that cherry orchard pretty well. I couldn’t always see it as the machine revolved around my body, but it was always there for me sooner or later. The main side effect from the radiation treatments was a skin irritation. Some women get a little sunburn, but my skin actually turned a little bit raw. The treatment? A jar of “bag balm,” a cream dairy farmers use on their cattle’s udders when they get a little sore. It was really kind of ironic. While nursing my first child I developed a case of mastitis. “Just like the cows get on the farm,”said my ever-helpful father. I think he would have gotten a laugh out of the bag balm. Barb Kromphardt, currently of Columbus, Ind., was a reporter for the Bureau County Republican and interim managing editor of the Tonica News and the Putnam County Record. She can be reached at bkromps@yahoo.com.

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Community

PC finishes the season with DiazDeLeon’s no hitter

Blood drive set for Oct. 6 TONICA — Illini State Bank will host a community blood drive from 1 to 6 p.m. Oct. 6 at the Tonica United Methodist Church. For more information or

to make an appointment, call Illini State Bank at 815442-8211 or Joyce Obermiller at 815-856-3430. Walk-ins are always welcome.

Fundraiser planned GRANVILLE — A Bunco Night fundraiser will begin at 7 p.m. Oct. 3 at the United Church Christ, 103 N. Church in Granville. Doors will open at 6 p.m. and games will start

at 7 p.m. Admission is $10. The event will also include food, raffles, a 50/50, prizes and more. Proceeds will help fight Multiple Sclerosis and end Alzheimer’s.

AP Scholars on the rise at LaSalle-Peru High School LASALLE — The latest College Board data shows the number of LaSalle-Peru Township High School students earning Advanced Placement (AP) Scholar status continues to increase. Twenty-one L-P students, all juniors or seniors at the time of testing, who took AP exams in Spring 2014 earned AP Scholar status; a 62 percent increase from the previous year. This recognition is given to students who receive a score of 3 or higher on three or more AP exams. Of those 21 students, four students were recognized as AP Scholars with Honor for receiving average scores of at least 3.25 on all AP exams taken and scores of at least 3 on at least four exams. One L-P student, Luke Hartauer, was named an

AP Scholar with Distinction for receiving an average score of at least 3.5 on all AP exams taken and scores of at least 3 on at least five exams. Students receiving AP Scholar with Honor status are Jacob Adams, Austin Cullinan, Rachel Gunia and Trevor Royse. Students receiving AP Scholar status are Mary Carter, Anthony Colon, Carlos Covarrubias, Erik Gens, Ava Gillespie, Lisa Hallen, Joseph Jozwiak, Brett Kowalczyk, Kage Kowalski, Addison Lijewski, Kathryn McManus, Marisa Mitchell, Kayleigh Parham, Shana Puetz, Colby Sassano, and Sara Shan. Students who earn a score of at least 3 on AP Exams are often able to receive credit or advanced placement status from the college or university they go on to attend.

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GRANVILLE — The Putnam County Panthers have prowled their way back to Granville. Their first home game of the short fall season was Sept. 27 at Ken Jenkins Field where they faced St Anthony’s from Effingham and Holy Trinity of Chicago. In Game 1, PC took on St. Anthony and won 12-10. Major innings included the first, where PC came out of the box and scored four runs. The squad also scored in the third (seven) and the fifth (one) to take the win. Putnam County knocked out 15 hits in the contest with Austin Biagini going two for three with two RBI. Connor Bean went two for four. Neal Stasell was two for four with three RBIs. Nick DiazDeLeon also went two for four with a double and an RBI. Danny Pavlovich had a double and two RBIs. Matt Magana was two for four with a double, and Garrett Ossola was two for four with an RBI. Defensively, the Panthers had fielding issues, committing six errors in the contest. St. Anthony’s struggled as well, making four errors. Winning pitcher was Pavlovich (4-0) who gave up seven runs, three earned and five hits in three and one-third innings. Pavlovich also

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Nick DiazDeLeon hits a ground ball to short right field to score Austin Biagini in the Panthers’ 11-0 shutout of Holy Trinity. gave up three walks and hit a batter. Biagini came in relief and pitched three and one-third innings with three runs, two earned, four hits, and four strikeouts along with a walk. He also hit two batters and earned the save. DiazDeLeon shut down the game, pitching one-third of an inning and hurling one strikeout and one walk. In Game 2, the Panthers also unloaded the bats in defense of DiazDeLeon as he threw a no hitter under the 10-run rule game. Final score was 11-0. PC scored two in the first inning, one in the third and then opened a series of offense with eight runs in the fourth inning. PC had 10 hits in the contest. Biagini went two for two with two RBIs. Stasell was two for four with an RBI.

Library corner LaSalle Public Library At 4 p.m. on Oct. 6 the LaSalle Public Library will host Teen Read. The book selection for Oct. 6 is “Nethergrim” by Matthew Jobin. Book 1 in this new series engagingly weaves reality, magic and adventure into the next great fantasy phenomenon. Imaginative and enjoyable, “Nethergrim” will provide an excit-

ing start for the fall teen reading program. Reserve your copy of the book by calling or stopping by the LaSalle Public Library. Teens will need a library card in good standing to reserve a copy of the book. The LaSalle Public Library is inviting families to join in stories with the library’s “Reading Loving Therapy Dogs!” This year, the LaSalle Public Library is very fortunate that Nancy Fryxell will be back

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DiazDeLeon was two for three at the plate with an RBI. Pavlovich was one for two with a double and three RBIs. Washkowiak also had an RBI. Defensively the Panthers tightened up the ship, making only two errors to Holy Trinity’s one. DiazDeLeon (2-1, 1 save) had three strike outs as well in the contest. Head coach Chris Newsome was tickled with his team’s efforts. “Great to have another no hitter. Nick threw the ball well while maintaining a quick tempo which kept his fielders in the game, so they were ready to make plays when they had to,” Newsome said. “Overall, fall was very successful and productive. It was encouraging to see us continue to learn each and ever weekend.”

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Lady Panthers win against Tri-County foe Team beats Woodland in two games By Dixie Schroeder news@tonicanews.com

GRANVILLE — The Putnam County Lady Panthers varsity volleyball squad Packed the Place Pink in their home game against Tri-County Conference foe Streator Woodland and won in two straight games, 25-9 and 25-18. Megan Rehn set the tone early in the contest with three consecutive service aces for her team that got the crowd going. Rehn also had 10 service points along with six assists. Paige Griffith led the team with 12 service points and 10 assists on the night. Griffith, Annie Miller and Lauren Colby led the team with four kills each. Miller also was the leader in digs with six. Kayte Bernardoni added two kills and two digs, while

Library From Page 5 6 p.m. on Oct. 9, Theresa and Charlie will answer the call. Kids choose a favorite short book or story and read aloud to a Reading Dog for about five minutes. The dogs love stories, and everyone is encouraged to read. For kids who are not yet reading independently, parents may read while the child holds the book and turns the pages. Both the audience and the dogs love the pictures, so even non-readers can hold up the book to show the illustrations to everyone!. To help children feel confi-

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Megan Rehn sets the ball as Kayte Bernardoni, Paige Griffith and Annie Miller get into position to return it on Sept. 25. Tori Smoode had two kills and a block. Taylor Kreiser added two digs, and Kali Pettit had a kill and a dig in the contest.

The PC junior varsity started slow, losing their first game 27-29. They then came back to take the next two games 25-20 and 25-18.

dent in their reading, they should plan to read from a favorite familiar story. Choose a book from the library or from home. Readers usually read more than once, depending on how many participants are at the Tail-Waggers event. Kids love to read to the dogs because dogs love the stories, even when words have to be “worked out,” are missed or are misspoken. Dogs aren’t judgmental – they don’t correct, or interrupt; they simply, appreciate stories and readers. For more information, call the library at 815-223-2341. The LaSalle Public Library is located at 305 Marquette in LaSalle.

Lostant Public Library Library Time is every Tuesday from 10 to 10:45 a.m. during the school year for those birth through school age. Join the group any week. Conducted by teacher Sue Massey, children will enjoy stories, songs, puppet play, art and have a snack. Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Library Time is funded by the Illinois State Board of Education and sponsored by the Early Childhood Program at Oglesby Public School District. Participants will also have the opportunity to join in Oglesby preschool outings like a zoo visit or evening family program. For information, call the library at 815-368-3530.

Menus Lostant Grade School Breakfast Oct. 5 — Cinnamon bun, cheese cubes, yogurt, cereal, fruit, juice and milk. Oct. 6 — Sausage, cheese biscuit, yogurt, cereal, fruit, juice and milk. Oct. 7 — French toast sticks, yogurt, cereal, fruit, juice and milk. Oct. 8 — Scrambled eggs and toast, yogurt, cereal, fruit, juice and milk. Oct. 9 — No school. Lunch Oct. 5 — Tenderloin on bun, tater tots, cinnamon apples, milk. Oct. 6 — Pepperoni pizza, green beans, peaches, milk. Oct. 7 — Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, corn, apricots, milk. Oct. 8 — Chicken patty on bun, sweet potatoes, tropical fruit, milk. Oct. 9 — No school.

Tonica Grade School Breakfast Oct. 6 – Pancake and sausage on a Stick, cereal or yogurt, granola, toast, fruit, juice, milk. Oct. 7 – Pancakes, cereal, yogurt or toast, fruit, juice, milk. Oct. 8 – Scrambled eggs, cereal, yogurt or toast, fruit, juice, milk. Oct. 9 – Waffle, cereal, yogurt or toast, fruit, juice, milk. Oct. 10 – No school. Lunch Oct. 6 – Chicken nuggets, baby carrots, raisins, bread pudding, milk. Oct. 7 – Hamburger, cheese slice, bun, corn, fruit side kick, milk. Oct. 8 – Corn dog nuggets, green beans, fruit, gelatin, milk. Oct. 9 – Super nachos (taco meat, cheese sauce, corn chips) or chef salad, refried beans, shredded lettuce, fruit, milk. Oct. 10 – No school.

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Father Dominic Garramone receives award PERU — On Sept. 13, Father Dominic Garramone, O.S.B. of Saint Bede Academy, was honored as the recipient of the Illinois Theatre Association’s 2014 Award of Excellence in Secondary School Theatre. The awards presentation took place as part of the Illinois Theatre Association’s 41st annual convention, Step Up & Stand Out: A Symposium Exploring Excellence with the ITA, at the Goodman Theatre in Chicago. Aimee-Lynn Newlan, executive director of the Illinois Theatre Association, stated, “Each year the Illinois Theatre Association recognizes both individuals and organizations for their significant contributions of promoting quality theatre throughout the state of Illinois. Fr. Dominic was nominated by the Illinois theatre community, approved by ITA’s divisional representatives, and accepted by ITA’s Board of Directors. We are thrilled to provide this much-deserved recognition to Father Dominic Garramone.” Garramone majored in theatre at Illinois Wesleyan University and Saint Mary’s University in Winona,

Minn., and joined the monastic community of Saint Bede Abbey in 1983. He has been their drama director and stage manager for 30 years at Saint Bede Academy, producing more than 150 shows during that period. Father Dominic and the Saint Bede “Stage Rats” as they are known have written dozens of plays for the Academy, two of which, “The Monsters Under the Bed” and “What I Wanted to Say,” have been published by Dramatic Publishing, Inc. “I was genuinely surprised to receive the award,” commented Father Dominic. “I guess I always thought it would go to people at suburban schools with 3,000 students and a big auditorium. It’s gratifying to be recognized at a small school with a bean field in the front yard! “This is an honor not just for me, but for every dedicated Stage Rat of the past 30 years, every cast of Fall Theatre and everyone who worked on a spring musical since “Mame” in 1985. Theatre is a collaborative art — nobody achieves excellence alone.” Fr. Dominic frequently collabo-

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT LA SALLE COUNTY, OTTAWA, ILLINOIS PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF ) THE ESTATE OF ) CECELIA C. JAIS, ) DECEASED ) NO. 14-P-6 PUBLICATION NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND HEIRS AT LAW Notice is given to Creditors of the death of Cecelia C. Jais of the City of Peru, County of La Salle and State of Illinois, who died on January 12, 2014. Letters of Office were issued to CHARLES W. HELMIG III ,1824 4th Street, Peru, Illinois 61354 by Second Supplemental Order admitting will to probate on September 16, 2014 as Executor, whose attorneys are JAMES M. HELMIG, 1824 Fourth Street, Peru, Illinois, 61354. Claims against the Estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk, Circuit Court, in the La Salle County Courthouse, Ottawa, Illinois 61350, or with the representatives, or both, on or before March 31, 2015 which date is not less than 6 months from date of first publication, or, if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representative is required by section 18-3 of the Probate Act of 2000, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before said date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the representative and to the attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed. NOTICE IS GIVEN TO LINDA JAIS, LOIS JAIS, and LAURA JAIS who are stated in the Petition filed in the above proceeding to Admit the Will to Probate, as heirs at law that a Second Supplemental Order was entered by the Court on September 16th , 2014, admitting

the Will to Probate. Within 42 days after the effective date of the Second Supplemental Order admitting the will to probate you may file a petition with the court to require formal proof of the will by the testimony of the attesting witnesses in open court or other evidence as provided in the Probate Act, Section 6-21(755ILCS5/6-21). You also have the right Under Section 8-1 of the Probate Act (755ILCS5/8-1) to contest the validity of the will by filing a petition with the court within 6 months after the Second Supplemental Order admitting the will to probate. GIVEN this 19th day of September A.D., 2014. CHARLES W. HELMIG III EXECUTOR OF THE LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT OF CECELIA C. JAIS, DECEASED JAMES M. HELMIG Attorney for Executor 1824 4th St. Peru, IL 61354 (815) 223-0131 Published in the Tonica News Sept. 26, Oct. 3 and 10, 2014.

of the bidder, and must arrive by mail or in person at the Superintendent’s Office by 11 a.m. on Friday, October 10, 2014. All bids will be publicly opened at that time, and later presented to the Board of Education for consideration and approval. The Board of Education of Tonica Grade School District #79 reserves the sole right to waive any and all informalities on the bidding and reserves the right to reject any or all bids, or any part thereof. Scott Obermiller, Board Secretary Published in the Tonica News Oct. 3, 2014.

Claims against the estate may be filed with the office of the Circuit Clerk, Probate Division, LaSalle County Courthouse, Downtown Courthouse, Ottawa, IL 61350, or with the representative, or both, within 6 months from the date of issuance of letters, and any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed. Andrew Skoog Clerk of the 13th Judicial Circuit Court Ottawa, Illinois Published in the Tonica News Sept. 26, Oct. 3 and 10, 2014.

Illinois 61350, to sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Lot Seven (7) in Block Twenty-one (21) in Assessor’s Plat of a portion of Section Twenty-Five (25) in Township ThirtyThree (33) North, Range One (1) East of the Third Principal Meridian, excepting and reserving, however, the coal and other minerals underlying the surface thereof, and the right to mine and remove the same. Tax Parcel No: 18-25-306-007 Common address known as 428 Hayden Avenue, Oglesby, Illinois 61348 This real estate is improved with a single family residence. The Sale Terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction. The balance, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property as described above is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, and special taxes levied against said real estate, and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to the Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER) YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(c) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Mr. Alan J. Stremlau, CEO, Illini State Bank, 230 LaSalle Street, Tonica, IL 61370 at (815) 442-8211 during normal business hours. NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Attorney Lisa Olivero OLIVERO & OLIVERO Attorneys for Illini State Bank 1611 Fifth Street Peru, IL 61354-2603 Phone: 815-224-2030 Fax: (815) 224-2900 Published in the Tonica News Oct. 3, 10 and 17, 2014.

LEGAL NOTICE FOR BIDS PLOWING AND SNOW REMOVAL SERVICES TONICA GRADE SCHOOL DISTRICT #79 The Board of Education of Tonica Grade School District #79 is accepting the submission of sealed bids for PLOWING and SNOW REMOVAL SERVICES for the 20142015 school year. Bids for services include school district property at 535 N. 1981st Road, Tonica Illinois 61370. All specifications, necessary forms, and instructions for bidders are available with the Superintendent’s secretary at Tonica Grade School , or by calling 815-442-3420 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Sealed bids shall be marked “PLOWING SERVICES”, shall bear the name and address

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT LASALLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS ESTATE OF ) JOHN BALZARINI, ) DECEASED. ) 2014-P-176 PUBLICATION FOR CLAIMS CLAIM NOTICE Estate of JOHN BALZARINI, Deceased. Notice is given of the death of JOHN BALZARINI of Oglesby, Illinois. Letters of office were issued on September 12, 2014, to ALAN J. BALZARINI, 3547 Greenwood Drive, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635, whose attorney is Gerald M. Hunter, 129 W. Walnut Street, Oglesby, IL 61348.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON BUDGET AND APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE The Lostant Fire Protection District Board of Trustees will hold its annual hearing on its 2014-2015 Budget and Appropriation Ordinance on Wednesday, October 29th, 2014 at 8:00 p.m. at the Lostant Fire House, 101 East First Street, Lostant, Illinois. Copies of the proposed Budget and Appropriation Ordinance are available for inspection at the Lostant Firehouse, the Illini State Bank of Lostant, and the Lostant Post Office. Published in the Tonica News Sept. 19, 26 and Oct. 3, 2014.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 13TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT LASALLE COUNTY – OTTAWA, ILLINOIS ILLINI STATE BANK, A State Banking ) Corporation, ) Plaintiff, ) vs. ) Eugene Baker, CitiFinancial Services, Inc., ) Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC, ) Collection Professionals, Inc., ) Unknown Owners, Non-Record Claimants, ) And Unknown Tenants/Occupants, ) Defendants. ) Case No. 2013-CH-198 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above cause on May 27, 2014 the Sheriff of LaSalle County will hold a sale on October 29, 2014 commencing at 11:00 a.m. at the LaSalle County Sheriff’s Department, 707 Etna Road, Ottawa,

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT LASALLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS NORTH CENTRAL BANK ) an Illinois banking corporation, ) Plaintiff, ) VS ) SHEILA HAMMERS, UNITED STATES OF ) AMERICA, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND ) NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS ) Defendants. ) 2014-CH-07 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that, pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure of the above Court,

entered by the Court on July 17, 2014 in the aboveentitled cause, the following described real estate, to-wit: The North Half of Lots 7 and 8 in Block 5 in the Town of Tonica, in LaSalle County, Illinois. Common address: 109 S. Wequash, Tonica, Illinois 61370 PIN: 25-25-115-007 will be offered for sale and sold at public venue on the 20th day of October, 2014 at 10:00 a.m., at the Sheriff’s Office, LaSalle County Courthouse, 707 E. Etna Road, Ottawa, Illinois. The Judgment amount is $69,222.35. The real estate is residential real estate.

Sale terms: The bid amount including the judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, shall be paid in certified funds immediately by the highest and best bidder at the conclusion of the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to the Plaintiff. The Sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the

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