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was well-trodden. Mark Few is quite a basketball mind, and he has steadily built his program into perennial, outer-fringe contenders since the Clinton administration. This year, with a steppedup foreign-student program, the Zags ripped through the regular season and worked their way into the finals on the strength of a strong inside game and tight defense. Not so for the Tar Heels. They were down in almost every contest. Down five to Kentucky. Down eight to Oregon, and yes, even down seven to Gonzaga at one point. But they refused to go away each time. And it's why the rankings meant nothing when the two programs took to the floor. As soon as the Heels came out for warmups, the Gonzaga players knew it was for real. This is North ... Mark Vasto is a veteran Freaking ... Carolina. sportswriter who lives in These guys ain't gonna New Jersey. fold. You cannot start a © 2017 King Features Synd., Inc.

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IDNR ANNOUNCES 2017 WINGSHOOTING CLINIC SCHEDULE The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), in cooperation with a number of partners and co-sponsors, will conduct wingshooting clinics at sites throughout Illinois this spring through mid-November. Wingshooting clinics are intended to provide instruction and improve the shooting skills of beginners and experienced hunters. Most clinics are conducted on weekends at IDNR sites, cooperating gun clubs and shooting ranges, hunting preserves, and farms. Yo u t h / Wo m e n ’s Wingshooting Clinics are designed to provide instruction on safely shooting a shotgun at a moving target with reasonable reliability. Girls and boys ages 10-15, young adults ages 16-18, and women of all ages are eligible to participate. Each clinic starts with a morning shotgun safety presentation, followed by a short small-group handson shotgun orientation session with each group’s

wingshooting instructor. After a lunch break, students spend the afternoon in the field shooting flying clay targets on presentations designed for beginning and novice shooters. Not only do the students learn to safely handle and shoot a shotgun, but they learn that being skilled at shooting clay targets is a lot of fun. Hunter wingshooting clinics are hands-on, and include extensive live fire at a variety of clay target presentations on sporting clays courses specifically designed for hunters. Hunter wingshooting clinics consist of two wingshooting sessions each day. A short briefing about shotgun safety and handling and on-range safety protocols occurs during the first 15 minutes of each four-hour shooting session. The clinics are designed primarily to improve the wingshooting skills of hunters, but are not limited to only hunters. The clinics are designed for shotgun shooters with reasonable

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GIRL SCOUTS OF SOUTHERN ILLINOIS HOLDS 8TH ANNUAL MEETING Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois (GSSI) held its 8th Annual Meeting on April 1 at the Holiday Inn in Mt. Vernon, Illinois. During the meeting, approximately 350 Girl Scout members (adults and girls) from throughout southern Illinois elected Board of Director members and received a “State of the Council” report from Linda Manley, GSSI Board of Director Chair, and Sarah D urbin, GSSI C hief Executive Officer. In addition, Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois recognized top Girl Scout volunteers which are the heart of Girl Scouting. GSSI’s nearly 5,000 Girl Scout volunteers play an important role in providing leadership programming and opportunities for over 12,400 girls in southern Illinois. The theme for this year’s GSSI 8th Annual Meeting was GSSI Growing Stronger Together. Following are awards presented at GSSI’s 8th Annual Meeting: The Heart of Gold Award recognizes the long-term impact a volunteer has had on girls and adults in his/ her community through involvement in Girl Scouting. The service of this volunteer has been an integral part of maintaining and recruiting new girls and/or adults in one or more areas of the council. The GSSI Heart of Gold award was presented to Angie Zahn, Service Unit #202, Clinton/St. Clair Counties. The Thanks Badge recognizes an adult member whose performance is truly outstanding and benefits the total council or the entire Girl Scout movement. The Thanks Badge was presented to Penny Pejka, Service Unit #201, O’Fallon/Shiloh. The Honor Pin recognizes an individual’s exemplary service in support of delivering the Girl Scout Leadership Experience

(L to R): Sarah Durbin, GSSI CEO; Angie Zahn, Heart of Gold recipient; Linda Manley, GSSI Board of Director Chair.

(L to R): Sarah Durbin, GSSI CEO; Penny Pejka, Thanks Badge recipient; Linda Manley, GSSI Board of Director Chair.

(GSLE), which has had measurable impact on two or more geographic areas of service, allowing the council to reach and surpass its mission-delivery goals. The Honor Pin was pre s e nt e d t o A n g i e Worthey, Service Unit #521, Western Coles County. The Appreciation Pin recognizes an individual’s exemplar y ser vice in support of delivering the Girl Scout Leadership Experience (GSLE). This service, which has had measurable impact on at least one geographic area of service, helps the council reach and surpass its mission-delivery goals for that area. Appreciation Pins were presented to 15 individuals. The President’s Award recognizes the efforts of a service-delivery team or committee whose exemplary service in support of delivering the Girl Scout Leadership Experience surpassed team goals and resulted in significant, measurable impact toward reaching the council’s

(L to R): Sarah Durbin, GSSI CEO; Angie Worthey, Honor Pin recipient. Submitted Photo

overall goals. These awards were presented to 8 teams. T h e Vo l u n t e e r o f Excellence Award recognizes those volunteers who have contributed outstanding service while partnering directly with girls in any pathway to implement the Girl Scout Leadership Experience through use of the National Program Portfolio or who have contributed outstanding service in support of the council’s mission delivery to girl and adult members. These awards were presented to 31 individuals.

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Approximately 150 people braved the chilly, rainy weather to take part in the annual Child Abuse Prevention Walk around the Jefferson County Courthouse on Friday, April 21. Sheriff Travis Allen led the walk around the block outside the Courthouse. 331 confirmed cases of child abuse were reported in 2016, in Jefferson County alone. Sheriff Allen told The Shopper's Weekly that five cases were confirmed just last week and he was afraid the total will exceed last years total in 2017. Although the weather wasn't favorable, the turnout for the walk was better than expected.

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5TH ANNUAL BARK FOR LIFE COMING TO JEFFERSON COUNTY The 5th Annual Bark For Life event is coming to Jefferson County on Saturday, April 29 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. in Veteran’s Park, located on South 27th Street in Mt. Vernon, IL. The American Cancer Society “Bark For Life” is an ACS Relay for Life fund raising event that will honor the care giving qualities of our canine “Best Friends.” Bark For Life honors the life-long contribution of our Canine Caregivers. It presents an opportunity for people to be empowered through their canine companion partnerships and to contribute to cancer cures through the mission of the American Cancer Society. Canine companions represent unconditional love, joy, security, compassion, and no judgments of human abilities or appearances. The American Cancer Society Bark For Life is an irresistible way to “take a

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lem! You can still participate; come adopt one of the stuffed dogs at the event. Or just come out for food and fun! Pre-registration fee is $15 per dog, limit 2 dogs per person. Includes Bark For Life bandana. Day of event registration fee is $20 per dog, limit 2 dogs per person. Includes Bark For Life bandana while supplies last. Mail or drop by with entry form and fee: Holloway Heating, 1001 Shawnee St., Mt. Vernon, IL 62864, hours 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., 618-242-5481 or Lamczyk Veterinary Clinic, 12246 N. Sparrow Ln., Mt. Vernon IL 62864, hours 7:30 to 4:30, 618-204-5837. Make checks payable to ACS or American Cancer Society. For questions contact Shannon Willis at 618-2145937 or Barb Williams at 618-316-8164.

SOUTHERN GOSPEL CONCERT Bethalto Church of God will be hosting a Southern Gospel Concert on Saturday, May 6 at 7 p.m. Featured guests are The Waymasters. Everyone is invited to this monthly

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I challenge all those Trump voters who criticized President Obama for playing golf (primarily at U.S. military bases) to read the following article by Niamh McIntyre from the Independent Daily Edition, April 6, 2017. "Donald Trump's travel expenses in 10 weeks cost U.S. taxpayers as much as Barack Obama spent in two years." Donald Trump's trips to his luxury Florida resort have already cost the U.S. taxpayer at least $24 million, roughly as much as Barack Obama spent on travel in the first two years of his presidency. Mr. Trump has spent seven weekends at Mar-aLago since taking office ten weeks ago. It is estimated that each of these trips costs at least $3 million, covering the President's extensive security detail. In total, Mr. Obama's travel bill over the eight years of his presidency came to $97 million — an average of $12.1 million a

year. President Trump almost matched this figure in his first month, spending $10 million on three golfing holidays. The cost of travel and security for the entire Trump family is likely to be much higher, as the First Lady, Melania, and Mr. Trump's youngest son, Barron, are remaining in New York until at least September. The New York Police Department has confirmed that it costs between $127,000 and $146,000 a day to protect the First Lady and her son while they reside in Trump Tower. After he hosts Chinese President Xi Jinping at Mar-a-Lago this weekend, Mr. Trump will have averaged $2.4 million a week on his Florida trips. If he keeps going at this pace, he will have outspent Mr. Obama's $97 million figure in just 10 months. Critics have pointed out that if the President cut back on these visits, he

could fund the social and arts programs that he is planning to slash. Before his inauguration, Mr. Trump regularly criticized Mr. Obama for playing golf while holding office. [In May 2016 President Trump stated,] "I don't think I'd ever see anything. I just wanna stay in the White House and work my ass off, make great deals, right? Who's gonna leave? I mean, who's gonna leave?" Arthur Junkins Mt. Vernon, IL

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Next week should be a busy week in Washington, D.C. On the president's agenda: Tax reform and another push for healthcare. First on the to-do list: Tax Reform. As Trump puts it, with "massive tax cuts." Don't be surprised if the package doesn't include simplifying the system which has become extremely complicated. Overhauling the U.S. tax code was on the Top 10 List as a campaign pledge from Donald Trump. The principles and priorities will be announced on Wednesday, but keep in mind, under U.S. law, only Congress can make significant tax law changes, though the president often drives the tax agenda by offering legislation. To confirm the above, one administration official has said, 'We are moving forward on comprehensive tax reform that cuts tax rates for individuals, simplifies our overly complicated system, and creates jobs by making American business competitive." As I've stated more than once, I believe in an uncomplicated tax system, meaning individuals pay a flat tax. In other words, you take your income times a certain percent, and that's what you pay. On a corporate level, take the gross, minus expenses, equals net, and your tax rate is a percent of that. A flat tax for all. You pay nothing in, you get nothing back. In the current system, there are those that pay nothing in and get federal income taxes back. What? Trump

is right, our tax system is BROKEN! On to healthcare reform, another issue on Trump's agenda this week. The President has recently said, "I want to finish healthcare before starting on tax reform." This statement came after the GOP failed efforts last month to repeal and replace Obamacare. Ultimately, I believe Trump's plan is to tie tax reform and healthcare together, monetarily, that is: Cut costs on healthcare and subsidize tax dollars. In other words, all the healthcare savings goes into the tax cut. On to France's Presidential elections. It's looking good for far right winger Marine Le Pen and another top candidate, Emmanuel Macron. This highly contested race started with eleven candidates, was narrowed down to four, and after yet another terrorist attack last week, it's looking better for Ms. Le Pen, because along the campaign trail she promised to tighten the border. The French will go to the polls again on May 7, but also went to the polls last Sunday, April 23. Yes, candidates are pitted against each other twice with a second run off. Could be Americans could learn something by voting on Sunday when most could find time to vote. Marine Le Pen, a former lawyer, is taking the far right group in a decidedly different direction than her father, Jean-Marie Le Pen. So time will tell! Is this election important? In the world we live

in, every election is important and to be watched. The world today is a hotbox, with Syria, North Korea, and Iran, as well as Russia, and NO, Trump didn't create this. Closing on the French elections and Russia, Chuck Todd, on Meet the Press Sunday morning, insinuated Russia was involved in the current French election. Really, Chuck. It's a poor attempt at trying to put Russian involvement back in the news. And last but not least, the voice of reason has been silenced, that being Bill O'Reilly of Fox News. Who will suffer the most? I'd say Fox, especially as they are trending toward the liberal side, with people like Chris Wallace. Mr. O'Reilly will receive a maximum of one year's salary following his firing! And after just signing a new one-year contract reportedly worth $25 million a year, I think he'll be okay. His removal came after a bombshell New York Times was released. Bill O'Reilly released a statement denying the claims of sexual harassment, calling them completely unfounded. Tucker Carlson will now fill O'Reilly's 8:00 p.m. time slot. Until next week. To comment on this or any column in The Shopper’s Weekly, please mail to: Editor, P.O. Box 1223, Centralia IL 62801, email to info@theshoppersweekly.com or drop it off at the office on 301 E. Broadway. In order for your letter to be considered for publication, you must provide your signature and an address and phone number where you can be reached. Addresses and phone numbers will not be published.

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Derby Day Brunch (Part 1) The horses have run for the roses since 1875. The derby is still off and running the first Saturday of May. This year May 6 is the big event. Across the south there are celebrations galore, with big floppy hats in derby style, and mint julep is the drink of choice. Gatherings are centered around lunch, dinner and brunches in honor of the occasion. Party conversations focus intensely on the race unless guests are distracted by country ham, fresh strawberries and mint juleps. My menu for Derby Day Brunch is: Citrus Burst Fruit Dip, Spring Spinach Salad, Brunch Eggs, Country Ham, Modern Beaten Biscuits, Marinated Asparagus Spears, Derby Pecan Tarts and Mint Juleps. I will share three of the recipes with you this week and the rest of the recipes will follow next week.

Brunch Eggs 2 T. unsalted butter or margarine 2½ T. all-purpose flour 2 cups milk 1 cup (4 oz.) shredded cheddar cheese 1/8 tsp. hot sauce 5 slices bacon

1/2 cup diced ham 1/4 cup chopped green onions 12 eggs, beaten 1 (4-oz.) can sliced mushrooms, drained 1/3 cup soft fresh bread crumbs 1/4 tsp. paprika

Melt butter in heavy saucepan over low heat; add flour, stirring until smooth. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually add milk; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and bubbly. Add cheese and hot sauce; stir until cheese melts and mixture is smooth. Set cheese sauce mixture aside. Cook bacon in large skillet until crisp; remove bacon, reserving 3 T. drippings in skillet. Crumble bacon and set aside. Saute ham and green onions in drippings until tender; add eggs and crumbled bacon. Cook without stirring until mixture begins to set on bottom, then stir gently to form large, soft curds. When eggs are set, stir in mushrooms and cheese sauce. Spoon egg mixture into lightly greased 12x8x2" baking dish. Combine bread crumbs and paprika, stirring well. Sprinkle over egg mixture. Cover and refrigerate 8 hours. Preheat oven to 350° F. Remove casserole from refrigerator; bake, uncovered, 30 minutes, or until heated through. Yield: 6 to 8 servings.

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Place ham in very large container; cover with water and soak 24 hours to remove excess salt. Pour off water. Scrub ham in warm water with stiff brush and rinse well. Preheat oven to 325°F. Drain ham; place in large roasting pan and cover with apple cider, apple juice and orange juice. Insert meat thermometer into ham, making sure it does not touch fat or bone. Cover and bake, basting with pan juices, for 2½ to 3 hours, or until meat thermometer registers 142°F. (about 15 minutes per pound). Drain ham and let cool. Discard pan juices. Place ham fat side up on cutting board; remove skin from ham and score fat in diamond design. Stud with cloves. Return ham to roaster, fat side up. Pat 1½ cups of the brown sugar over ham. Combine remaining brown sugar and 2 T. water in small saucepan; place over low heat, stirring until sugar is melted. Brush ham with sugar glaze. Place ham on lowest rack in oven and roast 5 minutes, basting with sugar glaze. Remove ham from roaster and carve into thin slices. Yield: 25 to 35 servings.

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EAGLE LIFE

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The Healing Waters Multitudes of sick and suffering people lay around a pool in the temple comp ound called the Pool of Bethesda. At certain times an angel was believed to come down and stir up the waters and the first suffering soul into the pool would be healed. (John 5:1-23) Miracles of healing were not uncommon in Jewish history and culture. In the wilderness wanderings of the Israelites multitudes were bitten by fiery serpents and died because of their rebellious hearts. Moses was instructed to make a brazen serpent, put it on a pole, and all who would look at it wou l d b e he a l e d. (Numbers 21) Healing has always been a part of the gospel. On a certain feast day, Jesus went to the pool of Bethesda. No one recognized him. But when Jesus is in the house, miracles happen. There is healing water available for you. Note how Jesus made this impotent man of 38 years whole. JESUS DEMONSTRATES THE MERCY OF GOD! Bethesda

1. Is the book of Daniel in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. What book's first verse is, "The elder unto the well-beloved Gaius, whom I love in the truth."? Ephesians, 3 John, Titus, 2 Peter 3. From Exodus 25, what was the cover on

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means "mercy". The pool of Bethesda was by the sheep's gate. This was the gate where the animals that were to be sacrificed on the temple altar were brought through. It signified that mercy comes through Jesus, the Lamb of God. "He was led as a lamb to slaughter . . . But he was wounded for our transg ressions, he was bruised for our iniquities, the chastisement for our peace was upon him and by his stripes we are healed." (Isaiah 53:7, 5) God's mercy comes through the sheep's gate. Healing waters flow through the Lamb of God. At the pool lay a multitude of "sick people, blind, lame, paralyzed, waiting for the moving of the waters." (John 5:3) This signified the condition of Judaism and our spiritual condition. "For when we were without strength, in due time Christ died for the ungodly . . . But God

demonstrates his own love toward us, in that while we were sinners, Christ died for us." (Romans 5:6-10) Interestingly, water and blood flowed out of Christ's side when he was pierced with a Roman spear. (John 19:34) Meet Jesus at Bethesda by the sheep's gate, the place of mercy. JESUS DECLARES THE GRACE OF GOD! "I will declare your name t o my b re t h re n . " (Hebrews 2:12-13) The pool of Bethesda had f ive p orches. The number five stands for God's grace and favor throughout the Bible. For instance, Joseph showed favor to his brother Benjamin by giving him five portions of food and raiment. Jesus went to this man who had been in his condition for 38 years. "Do you want to be well?" Jesus asked him. He replied that he had no one to put him into the pool and someone always got there first. Like so many, he focused not on Jesus but himself, on others, and his traditions. Jesus declared the grace of God. "Rise, take up your bed, and walk." And immediately the man was made well. He

took up his bed and walked." (John 5:8-9) The healing waters of Jesus changes one from the inside out. Jesus later saw the man in the temple of prayer and praise. Isn't that where all the recipients of God's grace should be? Jesus said to him, "See you have been made well. Sin no more, lest a worse thing come upon you." (John 5:14) The grace of God motivates and enables us to take up our bed and walk in repentance and righteousness. JESUS DISTRIBUTES LIFE TO ALL WHO COME TO HIM! Jesus was criticized for healing on the Sabbath. Jesus said his Father was working and so was he; distributing everlasting life to all who would come to him. (John 5:16-23) Jesus is still working. Believe and receive His healing power for spirit, soul, and body. Jesus is the Living Water that gives healing and everlasting life. You'll find him at Bethesda, the pool of mercy by the sheep's gate of his saving grace. Shalom, Cliff Sanders Eagle Life Ministries eagleslife8@gmail.com

NATIONAL BOARD GAME DAY Celebrate National Board Game Day on April 29 at C.E. Brehm Memorial Library. Game Day at the Library is from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be board games, card games, and

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by Samantha Weaver • It was Founding Father and renowned polymath B enjamin Franklin who made the following sage observation: "Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, and your government when it deserves it." • Those looking for a new, somewhat more relaxing line of work might want to consider becom-

ing air farmers. Yes, that is an actual job title. Since 2015, the British company Aethaer has employed air farmers to "harvest" air in jars at locations all over the British Isles — largely in rural areas, away from roads and their attendant pollution. This pure British air is then sold for $115 per bottle, mostly to consumers in China, where cities are plagued

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) The Lamb loves to be surrounded by flocks of admirers. But be careful that someone doesn’t take his or her admiration too far. Use your persuasive skills to let him or her down easily. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) This is a good time to begin setting farreaching goals and connecting with new contacts. Aspects also favor strengthening old relationships -personal and/or professional. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A personal disappointment should be viewed as a valuable learning experience. Go over what went wrong and see where a change in tactics might have led to a more positive outcome. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Don’t leave projects unfinished or personal obligations unresolved, or you might find yourself tripping over all those loose ends later on. A relative has important news. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Expect a challenge to the usual way you do things. Although you might prefer the tried-and-true, once you take a good look at this new idea, you might feel more receptive to it. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Much work has yet to be done to polish a still-rough idea into something with significant potential. Expect to encounter some initial rejection, but stay with it nonetheless. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) There still might be some communication problems in the workplace, but

by unprecedented levels of pollution. • Everyone, it seems, has a patron saint — even those oft-reviled professionals, dentists. Images of Saint Apollonia show her holding a molar in one hand and an enormous pair of pliers in the other. • If you're both a lover of books and a travel junkie, then the Tolstoy Train is just the holiday for you. On this luxuriously appointed train — complete with a library — you can take a 14-hour overnight journey between Moscow and Helsinki, Finland, traveling through pine forests, rolling hills and quaint

they should be resolved soon. Meanwhile, that “tip” from a friend should be checked out. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) A new relationship appears to need more from you than you might be willing to give right now. Best advice: Resist making promises you might not be able to keep. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) That restless feeling encourages you to gallop off into a new venture. But remember to keep hold of the reins so you can switch paths when necessary. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) A demanding work schedule keeps the high-spirited Goat from kicking up his or her heels. But playtime beckons by the week’s end. Have fun. You earned it. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) You’re beginning to come out from under those heavy responsibilities you took on. Use this freed-up time to enjoy some much-deserved fun with people close to you. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Before you get swept away by a tidal wave of conflicting priorities, take time to come up for air, and reassess the situation. You might be surprised by what you’ll find. BORN THIS WEEK: Your leadership qualities are enhanced by a practical sense of purpose that keeps you focused on your goals. © 2017 King Features Synd., Inc.

Russian villages. • Pepsi-Cola was introduced originally in 1898 with the far less appetizing name "Brad's Drink." • Those who study such things say that when a woman's husband dies, the length of her remaining life does not seem to be affected. When a man loses his wife, though, his lifespan decreases — unless he marries again. Thought for the Day: "Success isn't how far you got, but the distance you traveled from where you star ted . " — Ste ve Prefontaine © 2017 King Features Synd., Inc.

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GEM Decorating, Inc. Owner: Alan Minor 301 W. Chestnut, Odin

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304 Boats & Watercrafts FOR SALE: Mercury 9.8 HP motor, $500. 618-327-3176 or 618-314-0783 5-3

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FOR SALE: Rhino 72" finish mower w/3 pt. hitch, new PTO shaft, exc. cond., $800. 5-3 618-210-2658 FOR SALE: Cub Cadet riding lawn mower, 46" cut, 22hp Kohler motor, twin cyl. eng., 9 hrs. on eng., selling due to health issues, $1,600, will negotiate. Call 618-266-7924 5-10

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FOR SALE: Owner selling 3B, 3.5BA, 3060 sq. ft. all brick custom built house with full walkout basement on 10 acres, at 816 Greenview Road, Centralia. Price reduced! $272,000. Call 618-532-5515. 4-26

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Farming

FOR SALE: 1973 Ford F600 grain truck, exc. shape, runs exc., V8 engine, 4x2 trans.; also 1965 Chevy C60 grain truck, steel bed, steel sides, runs exc., good tires. 618-242-6445 5-3

to work 1-2 days per week at our satellite clinics in Centralia and Salem. Previous medical office experience helpful. Send resume to:

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GARAGE SALE: Fri., 4-28, 3-6 p.m. and Sat., 4-29, 7 a.m.-? 9597 N. Radisson Lane, Mt. Vernon. Watch for signs on Rt. 148 South. 30 years household clean-out! Home decor, holiday, bedding, too 4-26 much to list.

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FOR SALE: 2008 Shenke 50cc, 393 mi., $475; also 1997 Roketa 150cc, 1,893 mi., $650. If interested please call 618-267-3768 5-3

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SAT. APRIL 29, 2017 — 10:00 AM 400 +/- ACRES PRODUCTIVE FARMLAND Selling with 2017 Farming Privileges — Selling 9 Individual Separate Tracts NEAR CISNE, IL COMMUNITY

www.auctionzip.com Auctioneer ID # 2008 for details, photos, and flyover video TRACT # 1 – approx. 56 +/- Acres-Keith (E) T. Sec. 29-Co Rd 2200N TRACT 1 – 55.95 Acres FSA Farmland – 55.95 Acres Cropland 100% Tillable TRACT # 2 – approx. 80+/- Acres-Bedford T. Sec. 24 – Co. Rd. 1700N TRACT 2 – 82.83 FSA Farmland – 71.70 Cropland 88% Tillable TRACT # 3 – approx. 39 +/- Acres-Bedford T. Sec. 24 – Co Rd. 1700N TRACT 3 – 40.84 FSA Farmland – 31.09 Cropland 76% Tillable TRACT # 4 – approx. 20 +/- Acres-Bedford T. Sec. 25 – Co. Rd. 1700N TRACT 4 – 18.9 FSA Farmland – 14.71 Cropland 78% Tillable TRACT # 5 – approx. 60 +/- Acres-Bedford T. Sec. 25 – Co. Rd. 1650N TRACT 5 – 61.82 FSA Farmland – 60.9 Cropland 98.5% Tillable TRACT # 6 – approx. 80 +/- Acres-Lamard T. Sec. 1 – Co Rd. 1500N TRACT 6 – 79.67 FSA Farmland – 69.43 Cropland 87% Tillable TRACT # 7 – approx. 25 +/- Acres –Lamard T. Sec. 2 – Co Rd. 1500N TRACT 7 – 24.64 FSA Farmland – 18.17 Cropland 74% Tillable TRACT # 8 – approx. 20 +/- Acres-Lamard T. Sec. 5 – Co Rd. 1500N TRACT 8 - 21.21 FSA Farmland – 21.21 Cropland 100% Tillable TRACT # 9 – approx. 20 +/- Acres-Lamard T. Sec. 5 – Co. Rd. 1425N TRACT 9 – 20.23 FSA Farmland – 19.41 Cropland 96% Tillable

OVER-ALL 9 TRACTS AVERAGE APPROX. 90% TILLABLE Auction of Farmland Real Estate at 10:00 AM.

Farm Machinery & Equipment sold following Auction of 9 Individual Farmland Tracts of Real Estate.

Sellers: Larry D. Billington and Janet L. Billington

AUCTION SITE: BARNARD AUCTIONS – 896 US HWY 45 NORTH-FAIRFIELD, IL 62837 INTERSECTION OF US HWY 45 & MT. VERNON ROAD-EAST OF FAIRFIELD MUNICIPAL AIRPORT REFRESHMENTS & RESTROOMS ON SITE! CHECK AUCTIONZIP.COM FOR UPDATE EQUIP & INFO!

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Saturday, May 6, 2017 • 9:30 A.M. SHARP! Location: From Sesser, IL take Highway 154 east 2 miles to Old Ben Road, turn South and go .5 of a mile. from Highway 37 take Highway 154 West 5 miles to Old Ben Road and turn South and go .5 of a mile. Due to the death of her husband Danny, Michelle Galloway will sell the following to the highest bidder: Trailers: ’15 Diamond Cargo enclosed trailer, 16’ x 7’, t.a., shelving, elec. jack, bumper pull; ‘13 Cargo South enclosed trailer, 16’ x 7’, t. a. , shelving, elec. jack, bumper pull; ‘06 United Trailer enclosed trailer, 14’ x 7’, t.a., shelving, elec. jack, bumper pull; Skid Steer Attachments: JD CA25 post hole digger sold w/20” auger; 24”, 12” and 8” augers sold separately; JD RC78 rotary mower, hyd. drive; Bobcat 72” power roller; palette forks; steel tracks; Quality Tools: nail guns; sanders; roofing cutter; several Milwaukee cordless tools; circular saws; rotary hammers; finish nailers; framing nailer; miter saws; scroll saws; jobsite boxes; extension cords; step ladders; scaffolding; chop saws; Large amount of cordless, pneumatic and electric tools; commercial paint guns; 40 lb. sand blaster; Miller Matic 140 wire welder; hyd. cherry picker; Ridgid MS-UV miter saw; Ridgid Master Force 13” planer; Ryobi 8 1/4” radial arm saw; drywall sander; tile cutter; band saw; Delta 6” jointer; Delta 6” planer; decking gun; Spectra LL 400 precision laser; CST Mini-Line & Point laser; Rockwell sonic crafter; Stihl TS420 concrete saw; Stihl TS400 concrete saw; 2 Wacker power units for screeds; various width screeds; elec. concrete mixer; Wacker Packer WP 1550 packer; shovels, rakes, etc.; Brief List!!!; Misc.: JD 717 rotary mower, 7’; 2- 100 gal. fuel tanks; 12’ x 15’ port. building; Aluminum ladder rack for 6 1/2’ bed; JD bullet heater; Honda EU 2000i, portable generator; cutting torch, gauges, and cart; kitchen cabinets and counter tops; misc. wiring; SCRAP IRON; Years of accumulation! There is no telling what will be found by sale day! Note: Folks, Danny was a craftsman of his work. He has a large amount of Quality carpentry and concrete working tools plus inventory. Impossible to list individually. Don’t miss this auction. Be prepared to spend the day!! Terms: Cash or good check with proper I.D. No Buyers Premium.

Michelle Galloway - Seller 15176 Old Ben Road Sesser, Illinois

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The Shoppers Weekly Papers Mt. Vernon Area

Wednesday, April 26, 2017

OUR AREA Businesses

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Including Flower Beds, Shrubs & Tree Trimming

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• 25 Words Or Less • Runs For 3 Weeks • Each Additional Word 25¢ • Deadline is Friday at 3:00 p.m.

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To place this ad: Mail to P.O. Box 1223, Centralia, IL 62801 Call 1-800-479-6323 or Email info@theshoppersweekly.com

It Will Come Out On Wednesday – Perfect For Your Weekend Sale! (Deadline is Fri., 3pm for the next Wednesday paper)

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