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In the news: • Last weekend was a bad time for America in Charlottesville, Virginia • President Donald Trump draws a red line First up, Charlottesville, Virginia was a sad time for all, leaving one dead, nineteen hurt, and two state troopers killed in a freak helicopter crash as they were surveilling the thousands of protesters. This protest started because of plans to remove a confederate statue of Robert E. Lee, and it got out of hand. The home of founding father Thomas Jefferson was rocked to the core while the violence and hate continued throughout the weekend. Sadly, this behavior is happening in the United States all too often, from college campuses to the streets of New York. Instead of talking and addressing the problem, pure hate prevails. I personally (loud and clear) condemn the white national supremacists, which includes the Ku Klux Klan and Neo Nazis who organized the protest. It was reported that the protest originally drew approximately 50 Klan members that were met by several hundreds of counter-protesters shouting, "Racists, go home." And from there the tension grew. In the end, one person was killed and nineteen injured as an individual drove a car into the crowd. President Trump said he condemns "hatred, bigotry and violence on many sides" in Charlottesville. He continued on to say, "It’s been going on for a long time in our country . . . It has no place in America." Melanie Trump had the following to say, "Our countr y encourages freedom of speech, but let's communicate without hate in our

hearts. No good comes from violence." On to North Korea. To start with, you can blame Bill Clinton and Jimmy Carter for North Korea's ability. North Korea couldn't have done it without their help. In 1994 Clinton prepared to confront North Korea over CIA reports it had built nuclear warheads and their threat to "engulf Japan and South Korea into a sea of fire." Enter self-appointed p e a c e ma ke r Ji m my Carter who went to Pyongyang and negotiated a sellout deal that gave North Korea two new reactors and five billion dollars in aid in return for a promise to quit seeking nukes, all during the presidency of none other than Bill Clinton. Well, we can all see how well that worked. The fact is, Carter and Clinton own North Korea, the Bushes own Iraq, and Barack Obama owns Iran (shades of North Korea). So what's happening in North Korea t=oday is the same thing that's been happening under our previous leadership. The only difference is Donald Trump isn't having any part of it. Unlike Obama, the king of red lines, Trump drew one, and he means what he says and says what he means, despite the groups in this country that haven't given him a chance. But let's keep in mind, in my opinion, this is not just a U.S. problem; this is a world problem. North Korea is a dangerous threat to everyone ruled — it appears — by a true nut case. Secretary of Defense Gen. James "Mad Dog" Mattis said it best last week, "The DPRK (Democratic Peoples Republic of Korea) should cease any consideration of any actions that would lead to the end of its

regime and destruction of its people." Meanwhile the supreme ruler of North Korea continues his rhetoric, by coming back at Trump and Mattis, warning they're talking "a lot of nonsense." I realize this whole thing can get out of control fast. But I also understand we as a country cannot continue to allow threats of action against a U.S. territory — in this case Guam. So finally — although some won't agree — we have a president that will stand up for America. It's been said we are locked and loaded, and I say it's about damn time. Will it lead to war? I say no, nobody wants that, but nor do most countries want the North Korean leader going rogue on the rest of the world. I rarely agree with Lindsey Graham, but on his latest statement supporting Trump 100 percent, he said, "Over the last 20 years it's been the same." If you act the same, if you talk the same, you are going to get the same." On a closing note, according to China's state media, on Friday they reported that the Chinese government said it would remain neutral if North Korea attacked the U.S., but warned it would defend its Asian neighbor if the U.S. strikes first and tries to overthrow Kim Jon-Un's regime. But in the meantime, the other Asia-Pacific countries came out in support of the United States. At press time it was reported that China was cutting oﬀ some imports from North Korea. 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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Simply Amazing It’s simply amazing the length that God would go to reconcile a lost world to himself, that he would give his only begotten Son. (John 3:1 6) Amazing grace is the theme of the entire Bible. Consider the word “AMAZING.” What does it mean? Amazing means “to be filled with wonder, astonishment, surprise, or dumbfounded.” Even the angels look with amazement at God’s plan for salvation. (I Peter 1:12) In the gospel of Mark the 6th chapter, we see and hear some amazing things. AN AMAZED PEOPLE. “Jesus left there and went to his hometown . . . He began to teach in the synagogue and many who heard him were amazed.” (Mark 6:1) How tragic if you have no sense of wonder and amazement at the things of God. They were amazed at what Jesus taught. “He taught as one having authority.” They were amazed at his wisdom. They were in awe of Jesus’ many miracles. For He healed the sick, the blind, deaf, and

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crippled. He cast out evil spirits and raised the dead. The religious leaders were amazed because they considered Jesus an ordinary carpenter from their hometown. Where did he get his learning and wisdom? (Mark 6:1-3) AN AMAZING JESUS. The Jewish leaders were oﬀended at Jesus. They didn’t realize that he was more than a carpenter. “Jesus said to them, ‘Only in his hometown, among his relatives and in his own house is a prophet without honor.’” (Mark 6:4) This amazing Jesus is prophet, priest, and king. He fulfilled numerous prophetic scriptures and arose from the dead on the third day just as he said he would. “And blessed is he, whosoever shall not be offended in me.” (Matthew 11:5-6) AN AMAZING STATEMENT. Does anything amaze God? After all, he knows all

and has seen it all. But the life of Jesus reveals that at least two things amaze the Lord: great faith or the lack thereof. Listen to this amazing statement, “He could not do any miracles there, except lay his hands on a few sick people and heal them. And he was amazed because of their lack of faith.” (Mark 6:5-6) What an amazing truth. The Lord God is limited in what he does by lack of faith. A friend posted this on Facebook. “Faith unlocks the door. You can’t get a miracle from God, you don’t believe in.” In contrast, Jesus was amazed at the Greek woman who believed him to deliver her daughter from a demon. (Matthew 11:5-6) A Centurion came to Jesus to get healing for his servant. “When Jesus heard this, he was amazed and said to those following him, ‘Truly, I tell you, I have not found anyone in Israel with such great faith.’” (Matthew 8:5-13) Do you want to please G o d ? Have f ait h . (Hebrews 11:6) AN AMAZING MISSION. Jesus sent his disciples out on a training mission. (Mark 6:

7-13) They were to take no provisions but to rely on God to meet their needs. They were to heal the sick, cast out demons and preach the gospel of the kingdom — and call for repentance. All believers have been given an amazing mission. (Matthew 28:18-20; Mark 6:15-18) A post on Facebook showed a lighthouse with the caption — “Don’t forget that maybe you are the lighthouse on someone else’s storm.” On another occasion Jesus sent out 70 disciples. They came back rejoicing that demons were subject to them in Jesus’ name. Jesus replied, “Do not rejoice that the spirits submit to you, but rejoice that your names are written in heaven.” (Luke 10:1720) Have you experienced the amazing grace of our amazing Lord and Savior? “For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son. That whosoever believes in him shall not perish but have everlasting life.” (John 3:16) That’s simply amazing.

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AUGUST MAN ALIVE PRAYER BREAKFAST DRUG COURT COALITION OF JEFFERSON Bro. Dennis Southerd COUNTY HOLDS "A HAND UP SUMMIT" was the guest speaker at the August "Man Alive" prayer breakfast held at Mt. Vernon Christian School. The next "Man Alive" prayer breakfast will be Saturday, September 2 at 7 a.m. with guest speaker Tom Gaither, Founder of Hooah Deer Hunt for Heroes. Pictured with Dennis Southerd is Mt. Vernon Baptist Temple and Waltonville Community C hu rc h Pa s t or Ti m Reynolds.

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FAMILY FUN AT CONSERVATION WORLD AT THE ILLINOIS STATE FAIR Free family activities and shows for all generations highlight the theme of “Generations of Fun” at Conservation World at this year’s Illinois State Fair in Springfield which runs through August 20. “Families have been coming to Conservation World at the Illinois State Fair for generations to sample all that we have to offer in the outdoors in Illinois,” said Wayne Rosenthal, director of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR). “From the Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show to free kids fishing clinics, free Voyageur canoe rides, and other free outdoor recreation activities, Conservation World promises plenty to do and see for generations young and older.” Conservation World is a 30-acre park with ponds, grass, shade trees and picnic benches located on the northwest corner of the Illinois State Fairgrounds, adjacent to the IDNR headquarters. Among free attractions at Conservation World: • The Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show, Monday – Thursday at 12 p.m., 3 p.m., 6 p.m. and Friday – Sunday at 12 p.m., 2 p.m., 4 p.m., 6 p.m. • Voyageur canoe rides on the Conservation World pond, August 19-20 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. • A new butterfly house will be stocked with native butterflies, and monarch butterflies will be tagged and

released at 11:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. daily. • Saving monarch butterflies and other native pollinators is a focus at the IDNR Education Tent, where the first 5,000 families visiting the tent can take home a packet of native plant seeds for a pollinator garden, and adults and children can take part in an activity to design a pollinator garden. • Live Reptile Show, August 19 and 20 at 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. Other traditional free activities for youth at Conservation World include kids fishing clinics at the pond inside the Conservation World gate six times each day, with all bait and tackle provided. For kids ages 10 and younger, there is free fishing at the Conservation World pond from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., with sign up at the Fisheries tent. Hands-on instruction for kids is available throughout every day of the fair at the IDNR archery and BB gun practice ranges, hosted by shooting sports experts and safety education instructors and volunteers. The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, the Illinois State Museum, and the IDNR Division of Histor ic Preservation will team up to bring history and the natural wonders of Illinois to life at Conservation World, with interactive displays that will interest all generations of fair

visitors. IDNR wildlife and natural heritage staﬀs will host displays and answer questions about wildlife watching, fishing and hunting prospects, habitat enhancement projects, and programs that are available to assist private landowners. State fair visitors can purchase Illinois fishing and hunting licenses and talk with IDNR Conservation Police officers at the Law Enforcement tent. Smokey Bear and IDNR Forest Resources specialists will promote forest health, tree care and forest protection at Conservation World, while experts from the Illinois Green Industry Association will be available at the IGIA gazebo to answer questions on at-home habitats and landscaping. State Fair visitors can pick up the latest edition of the Illinois State Parks guide, and enter to win an outdoor adventure package with purchase of a deer, turkey or morel lapel pin at the Illinois Sportsmen Against Hunger Information Tent, just inside the Conservation World gate. Food and drink vendors at Conservation World will include southern Illinois’ famed 17th Street Barbeque, Vose corn dogs, ice cream, kettle corn, shaved ice, and homemade root beer. Illinois State Fair admission includes free admission to Conservation World, which is open from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. daily now through August 20.

The Drug Court Coalition of Jefferson County held their first oﬃcial meeting in June of 2017. It is a newly formed not for profit organization. The mission statement is “To provide community awareness, education and financial support to the Jefferson County Drug Court program.” An event sponsored by the Drug Court Coalition was held on Saturday August 5, 2017 at Central Christian Church from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. “A Hand Up Summit" was a free event that provided some essential back to school services for any Jeﬀerson County resident in need of dental care, school physicals, haircuts, school supplies, and legal assistance. Attendance was close to 500 adults and children. 400 free lunches were served on Saturday. That number does not include the numerous volunteers and collaborators from the various organiza-

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tions and businesses in the area. Participants included: Drug Court Coalition of Jefferson County, Land of Lincoln Legal Assistance Foundation, Jefferson County Circuit Clerk, Illinois Prisoner Review Board, Secretary of State, Jefferson County Fire Department, Jefferson C o u n t y S h e r r i f f ’s Department, Mt. Vernon City Police Department, Jefferson County Narcotics Division, Jefferson County Clerk, Reformers Unanimous, Alcoholics Anonymous, Comprehensive

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AREA UNITED WAY DIRECTOR SPEAKS TO MT. VERNON ROTARY CLUB Jen Miller, left, executive director of the United Way of South Central Illinois, was the guest speaker at this week’s Rotary Club of Mt. Vernon meeting. Miller said the United Way of South Central Illinois funds 13 programs provided by 13 local partner agencies. Further she reported that last year over 15,000 people in our area communities received services from a United Way funded program. Also pictured is Rotary President Sandy Sinnett who introduced the guest.

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JCHS PRESENTATION: MOLLIE’S WAR M o l l i e We i n s t e i n Schaﬀer joined the military to serve our country during WWII. Her story documents the human side of life during the war. Her journey alternated between fear, romance, exhaustion, and leisure. Mollie frequently wrote home to tell about her experience and her sister saved all her letters. Cyndee Schaﬀer is

the daughter of Mollie Wienstein Schaffer. She published her mother’s letters in the book: Mollie’s War. Ms. Schaffer will present a program highlighting the experiences of her mother in the Women’s Army Corps during WWII. The co- sponsors for this prog ram are Shar pHu n d l e y, P. C . a n d Tanglewood Apartments-

Kitty Irvin. This program is provided free of charge, donations are appreciated. The Jeﬀerson County Historical Village is located at 1411 North 27th Street in Mt. Vernon. For more information contact the Historical Society oﬃce at 618-2460033.

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End Of Summer Preserves I love the Amish. We all could learn so much from them. They work hard, rely on their faith, and don't clutter their lives. Their base is God, family and community. Usually the women spend their time right after school starts in the fall finishing up the last of their preserving for winter. Below are some of my favorite Amish recipes, starting with very special strawberry preserves.

Very Special Strawberry Preserves Pinch of salt 3 cups sugar

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Boxing Must Fix Scoring System When Conor McGregor and Floyd Mayweather square oﬀ the night of Aug. 26, it's already a foregone conclusion that they've both won. McGregor stands to make something north of $ 6 0 m i l l i on and Mayweather $100 million. Mayweather, of course, has the most to lose — his legacy — but it'd be hard to shed too many tears for the guy if he were to lose. Perhaps the biggest winner in all of the prefight spectacle is Paulie Malignaggi. Malignaggi, a former two-time world champion, has always been a curiosity for fight fans. He was knocked for having no

power during his career, having only scored seven knockouts; however, his speed, toughness and ability to draw attention to his fights were relatively unmatched during his reign as champion and as a competitor. His acumen inside the ring led him to eﬀortlessly segue to the announcer's table for Showtime, but his take on boxing throughout his career has suddenly come into much sharper focus. Malignaggi, a New Yorker in every sense of the word, never backed down from a fight, and his vocal opinions about the business of boxing are even more relevant today. When you don't knock many people out, you have

The Shoppers Weekly Papers Mt. Vernon Area to rely on the scorecards in science" to mixed martial boxing. How are the score- arts, but it doesn't have to cards determined? be so. They can co-exist, Nobody has a clue. Aside and to say that McGregor from the "10 point must isn't a fighter is absolutely system," nobody knows absurd. But as we saw from who the boxing judges are, watching Ronda Rousey try nobody knows how the to outbox a boxer and lose fight will be judged. badly, and knowing enough Imagine going to any other about Floyd Mayweather's sporting event and never world-cl ass defens e, knowing the score? Imagine McGregor is still a massive watching four quarters of a underdog with a puncher's football game, seeing seven chance. Even if he wins, it touchdowns but when your doesn't mean that boxing friend asks the score you is a lesser sport, it just say "not a clue" every time. means that Mayweather Or check in on the baseball lost a fight. game and just let random We're getting closer to people in the stands judge finding out the answers, but whether or not runs should boxing will, no matter the count that day. outcome, still have plenty It was Malignaggi's take to answer for. on Conor McGregor that It's time to fix the scoring got the boxing world laugh- system or else these paying along with him. His per-view spectacles are analogy was that golfers going to be a thing of the don't suddenly become past, and that's something hockey players because a w e ' d a l l re g re t . As driver looks similar to a McGregor said, "We're all hockey stick. While that getting fed here." At the end knock earned him an invite of the day it's a job, and to spar with McGregor boxing still has more work leading up to the fight, the to do. Mark Vasto is a veteran analogy doesn't quite work. People like to talk about sportswriter who lives in the "death of boxing" and New Jersey. always compare the "sweet © 2017 King Features Synd., Inc.

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9:00 a.m. .................................................. Craft Fair & All Concessions Open

3:00 p.m. .............................Gates Open, Craft Fair / Food Concessions Open 3:30 p.m. ..................................Opening Ceremony: CHS Marching Showcase 4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.......“Class Clowns” (Classic Rock/Country) (Picnic Tent) 5:00 p.m.(approx.) .......................................................Balloonists Enter Park 6:00 p.m. ....................................................................BALLOON RACE* 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. ...............................Tethered Balloon Rides (Tentative) 7:30 p.m....................................................................BALLOON GLOW* 8:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. ..... “The Invaders 2.0” (60ʼs, 70ʼs, 80ʼs, 90ʼs, Today) (Main Stage) 10:00 p.m..............................................................................FIREWORKS

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6:00 a.m. .................................................Gates & Limited Concessions Open 6:30 a.m. ....................................................................BALLOON RACE*

10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. ....................................Childrenʼs Activity Area Opens (Inflatables Noon – 4:00 p.m. All activities FREE w/paid admission.) 10:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m........................... ENTERTAINMENT UNDER PICNIC TENT 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. ............................... “Elvis Impersonator Contest” 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. ........................................................“Travis Trone” 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. .......................................................“Scotty Qualk”

6:00 a.m. ..................................................Gates & Limited Concessions Open 6:30 a.m. ....................................................................BALLOON RACE* 9:00 a.m. ................................................... Craft Fair & All Concessions Open 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. ........... Cardboard Boat Building (West of Catfish Pond) 11:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. ........................... ENTERTAINMENT UNDER PICNIC TENT 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. ...........................................“The Haneyʼs” (Gospel)

4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. ...................“Liberty Road” (Country Dance Music)

1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m............................. “Shakey Dave” (Country/Polka)

12:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m......................................................Car Show / Display

3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m............................ “Dale Ross” (Elvis Impersonator)

1:00 p.m. .......................................................Centralia Martial Arts Academy Okinawan Karate Demonstrations (South of Catfish Pond.) 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. ...............................Tethered Balloon Rides (Tentative) 7:30 p.m....................................................................BALLOON GLOW* 8:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. .................................................... “Blue Suede Crew” (50ʼs - 60ʼs Music) (Main Stage)

4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.................. “The Presswoods: Ian & Alan” (Top 40) 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. ......................................Childrenʼs Activity Area Opens (Inflatables Noon – 4:00 p.m. All activities FREE w/paid admission.) 12:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. .............................................Corvette Club Car Display 2:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. .............................Cardboard Boat Races (Catfish Pond) 6:00 p.m. .......................................................FINAL BALLOON RACE*

*All balloon events & times are tentative due to weather conditions. *Balloon Glow is a registered trademark of Albuquerque Balloon Festival.

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Balloon Fest 2017 Entertainment 60s, 70s, 80, 90s, Today

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he Invaders began playing music together in 1967 while the members were students at Saleam (Illinois) Community High School. The “original six” — Tom Champion, Rick Chapman, John Gaston, Steve Mulvany, Don Nesmith and Bob Turnage — played teen centers, night clubs, and high school and college dances throughout southern Illinois during their high school years, with several band members continuing

to play music throughout the tri-state area during college. The band broke up in the early 1970s due to work and family responsibilities. In 1990 the band reunited for the 20-year reunion of the SCHS Class of 1970 and had so much fun they decided to stay together, playing conventions, dances, festivals and similar events throughout southern Illinois for another five years before once again hanging up their instruments. After a

ten-year hiatus, the band reunited in 2005 at the urging of a terminally ill friend, Linda Lance-Mobley, and has remained together since, playing numerous events in the area in addition to two cruise ship tours — the most recent in 2012 when over 200 friends and fans joined the band for eight days and two concerts in the Caribbean. The Invaders began to morph into “Invaders 2.0” in 2013 when the six originals were joined by

nine musicians and seven vocalists for a fundraisershow for the Salem Community Theatre. The show sold out quickly and was a tremendous success, with a long wait-list for additional tickets, so the band held a second show two weeks later and sold the theatre out once again. In August 2013 they brought the same show to the Centralia Cultural Society for two nights, and to Mt. Vernon’s Granada Theatre for one night. Noting the critical

and fundraising success of the shows, and the increased versatility the additional musicians and vocalists brought to the band, the Invaders entered the next phase of their musical evolution by officially adding nine new members and becoming “Invaders 2.0”. Invaders 2.0 currently includes the talents Bob Turnage, Marla Salvati and Dottie Register on vocals; Brian Gansauer, Rick Chapman and Steve Mulvany on guitar; Don

Nesmith on bass; John Gaston and Dennis Lading on keyboards; Tom Champion on drums; Aaron Champion on drums and percussion; Tom Baker and Len Campbell on trumpet; Stephanie Jones along with Dennis Lading also on trombone; and Dave Kosmatka on saxophone. The Invaders will be playing on the main stage at Balloon Fest 2017 from 8:30 to 10:00 p.m. on Friday, August 18. Don't miss the show!

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Be sure to stop by and see the large selection of crafts and arts featuring over 60 vendors. There is something for everyone in the whole entire family. Crafts and arts included but not limited to: Jewelry, Quilts, Bird Houses, Baskets, Balloon Mobiles, Candles, Clothing, Picture Frames, Wood Signs, Art Work, Sculptures, Christmas Ornaments, Fashion Accessories, Painted Glass, Toys, Puppets, Wooden Shelves, Pet Items, Sand Art, Framed Hymns, And So Much More!

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Balloon Fest 2017 Entertainment Classic Rock

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Saturday, Aug. 19 • 3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Family Picnic Tent

cotty Qualk has played at the last two Centralia Balloon Fests with the band called the Beatle Brothers. Recently he started a solo effort, playing mostly classic rock such as the Beatles, of course, Neil Young, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Tom Petty, U2, Ozark Mountain Dare-

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he Elvis Impersonator Contest will feature contestants singing or performing music by Elvis Presley. Contestants can provide music on CD or select from a list of Elvis songs to karaoke. Guitars are allowed, but no other instruments. All songs must be written or performed by Elvis. There is no cost to enter the contest and space is limited. Applicants are being asked to contact the Greater Centralia Chamber of Commerce immediately with their stage name, real name, contact information, and Elvis song choice. Registration is open up to 9:30 a.m. on Saturday at Balloon Fest. Balloon Fest will limit the number of competitors for time constraints. Judges will be watching the competition and scoring on vocal talent, performance, and appearance. The contestants do not have to look or sound like Elvis, but it will help their scores if they do. There will be cash prizes for best Elvis impersonator, best

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Balloon Fest 2017 Entertainment 50s – 60s

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Saturday, Aug. 19 • 8:30 p.m.–10:00 p.m. Main Stage

ake a musical journey with Scott Wattles and the Blue Suede Crew and relive some of the greatest music in Rock 'n' Roll history. Roll up your sleeves and grease back your hair as the Blue Suede Crew pays tribute to the early era of Rock 'n' Roll Music. You'll be dancing in the aisle when you hear the music of such artists as Bill Haley, Danny & the Juniors, Buddy Holly, Roy Orbison, Jerry Lee Lewis, and even the King himself, Elvis Presley. But wait! It only gets better as

the Crew launches into a special tribute to the music of the Beatles, the incredible Beach Boys, Mr. Elton John, The Rolling Stones, The Hollies, CCR and many others. With a variety packed show that appeals to all ages, Scott Wattles and the Blue Suede Crew can take your entertainment experience to the next level. The Blue Suede Crew stepped out in faith and created a special Gospel show as part of their repertoire in 2007. When asked about the

stumbling blocks the group has had to overcome since adding this special portion to their shows, Scott replies, "We've been given an opportunity — a gift from God — and nothing compares to being used by God in whatever capacity he chooses for you. We have used our faith to ride the ups and downs." Scott continues, "Doing this Gospel tribute has been an integral part of who we are now as a band. It's an amazing feeling to know the music you are singing not only has a resounding

impact on the audience but also on us as performers. We are honored that God would call us and it is our belief this music will appeal to all ages and walks of life. It is our hope we might bring our audience closer

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Wednesday, August 16, 2017 and not wanting to play as much. A couple of days later she was even limping a bit. I took her to the veterinarian that very day! The vet quickly diagnosed Moon as having Lyme disease. She loves to run around outside on our big Pets and Lyme Disease property, and I try to check her daily for ticks, but someDEAR PAW’S CORNER: times forget. I never noticed We recently had a scary a tick on her, but the vet said incident with our beloved that it's not unusual to collie mix, "Moon." She is never see a tick or notice a an energetic dog, but one bite, and yet the symptoms day last week she started appear. slowing down, panting more

The Shoppers Weekly Papers Mt. Vernon Area The good news is that monitor them closely if they Moon responded very spend any time outside. — quickly to treatment. Even Doug in Concord, New though she will be taking Hampshire antibiotics for a few more DEAR DOUG: I'm so weeks, she is back to her old glad to hear that Moon is energetic self. Please remind doing OK! It is indeed very your readers to check their important to check pets that pets frequently for ticks and spend time outdoors daily

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CENTRALIA Borowiak’s IGA 1422 East McCord • Centralia 618-532-1313 Sun Loan Company 330 E. McCord St. • Centralia 618-533-8983 Honey Pot Comfort Wash 119 N. Broadway • Central City 618-980-2954 Centralia Recreation Complex 115 E. 2nd St. • Centralia 618-532-3214 Bandy’s Pharmacy 724 E. Noleman • Centralia 618-533-3300 Superior Windows 1420 N. Elm • Centralia 618-533-6349 Tequila Mexican Restaurant 103 E. Broadway • Centralia 618-532-2023

Tequila Mexican Restaurant 1053 W. Broadway • Centralia 618-532-2270 Centralia Home Center 1325 W. Broadway Centralia • 618-532-0429 Bell Tower Inn 200 E. Noleman St. 618-533-1300 Sears Hometown Store Fairview Park Plaza • Centralia 618-533-5900 MT. VERNON Borowiak’s IGA 500 South 10th St. • Mt. Vernon 618-242-3146 Nature Trail Health Care Center 1001 S. 34th St. • Mt. Vernon 618-242-5700 Heights Finance 2929 Broadway, Ste. 4 Mt. Vernon • 618-244-1156 Bean Insurance 1310 Broadway • Mt. Vernon 618-242-6017

Julie Boltz The fly in.

Sun Loann Company 4108 Broadway • Mt. Vernon 618-244-9901

Collision Specialists 1251 W. Whittaker • Salem 618-548-1314

Steffy Home Furnishings, Inc. 700 S. 42nd • Mt. Vernon 618-242-3146

Salem Township Hospital 1201 Ricker Drive • Salem 618-548-3194

Mt. Vernon Eye Care Times Square Mall Mt. Vernon 244-5522 or 1-888-800-EYES

IRVINGTON Bandy’s Pharmacy 207 E. Huron St. • Irvington 618-249-6905

HOFFMAN Hoffman Seed House Rt. 161 West Hoffman • 618-495-2617

NASHVILLE Meier Chevrolet - Buick 477 E. St. Louis Nashville • 618-327-0313

FARINA KINMUNDY Engel Bros., Inc. Lakeside Restaurant Off I-57, Turn East on Rt. 185 6848 Omega Rd. Kinmundy 1/2 mile • Farina Forbes State Park • 618-547-9001 618-245-6551 SALEM Bandy’s Pharmacy 1413 W. Whittaker • Salem 618-548-4000

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201 Business & Services

404

205 N. Merritt St., Odin

GEM Decorating, Inc.

618-322-9967

Come See Our Crafts - Gifts – Bouquets Primitives - Antiques

Lawn & Garden

775-6283

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• Bulk Seeds • Grass Seeds • Bird Seeds & Feeders Come See Us For Your Lawn & Garden Needs

Maco Elevator

418 N. Oak • Centralia TFN 532-6779

BUILT-MOR BUILDINGS

503 Apartments For Rent

24x40-$8,835 30x50-$12,873 40x60-$19,472 50x70-$28,806

DON'T MISS OUT APTS. FOR RENT

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30 Years In Area www.builtmorbuildings.com

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Lusch Excavating & Sanitation Install • Pump Service Aerators & Septic Tanks

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At Centralia Meadows CENTRALIA, IL! 1 & 2 BEDROOMS APTS. AVAILABLE Rent Based on Income!!! Call Candy (618) 533-3171 *This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer*

9-6

302 Auto & Trucks For Sale FOR SALE: 1997 Geo Metro 154,000 miles. Reliable vehicle, tires new 2016. $1,800 o.b.o. locally owned. Call 717-419-0678 for more information. 8-30

306

Health & Fitness

If you had hip or knee replacement surgery and suffered an infection between 2010 and the present time, you may be entitled to compensation. Call Attorney

Charles H. Johnson 1-800-535-5727 8-16

401

Construction & Home Improvement

LOGSDON CONSTRUCTION & HOME REPAIR Rehabs • Electrical Plumbing • Roofing Concrete • Flatwork Over 30 Years Experience

618-780-9551 618-432-5479

Help Wanted

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602 Furniture & Appliances FOR SALE: Antique glider 2 seated lawn swing at least 90 years old. Good condition metal frame. Beautiful piece of lawn furniture. Call 618-735-2447 for more information. 8-30

Help Wanted

701

Construction Workers Needed starting pay 00

14 per hour

Apply in person at: DCA Construction 1620 N. 4th St. Breese, IL 62230

ations To Serve You!

Must have full sanitation certificate Must be 21 to serve alcohol Apply in person either location Mondays & Wednesdays 103 E. Broadway or 1053 W. Broadway Centralia TFN

Immediate Opening For Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional: ICF/DD program seeking professional with experience in care management. Must have credentials to qualify for QIDP certification. Experience in health care systems and working with individuals with Developmental Disabilities an asset. Excellent Benefits. Interested candidates should send resume with salary requirements to: Bryan Manor, P.O. Box 568, Centralia, IL 62801. 8-16

Wanted To Buy

Buying Scrap Gold! Top Dollar Pawn 215 E. Noleman • Centralia TFN

NEED CASH? I buy estates, antiques, garage clean-outs, barns,

$1,500 Sign-On, Home DAILY! NO-touch Freight! Gross $10001200/wk! w/overnite. 1yr exp, CDL-A req.

877-349-6069 8-16

618-367-2469 TFN

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"Helping Diabetics Since 2009"

9-6

Barkley Barnard Fairfield 618-842-7850

CATTLEMEN'S LIVESTOCK, INC. Phone: 618-895-3156 Highway 15 West • P.O. Box 486, Wayne City, IL 62895

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AIRLINE CAREERS

Farming Firewood Furniture & Appliances Music Pets & Supplies Business Opportunities Help Wanted Situations Wanted Rummage Sales Wanted To Buy Wanted To Rent Miscellaneous

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508 509 602 603 605 606 701 702 801 802 803 805

non-business classified

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Employment

Health / Medical

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Social Security Disability? Up to $2,671/mo. (Based on paid-in amount.) FREE evaluation! Call Bill Gordon & Associates. 1- 855376-6502. Mail: 2420 N St NW, Washington DC. Office: Broward Co. FL., member TX/NM Bar.

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Autos Wanted

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CARS/TRUCKS WANTED!!! All Make/Models 2000-2015! Any Condition. Running or Not. Competitive Offer! Free Towing! We’re Nationwide! Call Now: 1-888-416-2330.

Business Opportunity

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CALL ME:

Drivers:

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household and more! TFN

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204 205 206 207 208 301 302 303 304 305 306

NEXT AUCTION: MONDAY, August 21 Cattle auctions are held 1st & 3rd Monday of each month. Sunday check-in hours are 1-6 p.m.

2 Loc

802

Gunsmithing Services Lost & Found Daycare Hunting & Fishing Travel Automotive Services Auto/Trucks For Sale RVs/Campers Boats/Watercrafts Motorcycles/ATVs Health & Fitness

CATTLE AUCTION

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548-2637

Legals Antiques Arts & Crafts Announcements Adoptions Auctions Business & Services Computers & Services Financial Services

Wanting Servers!

SEE A CRIME?

242-8477

701

Owner: Alan Minor 301 W. Chestnut, Odin

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$$$WORK FROM HOME$$$ Earn $2,845 Weekly assembling Information packets. No Experience Necessary! Start Immediately! FREE Information 24hrs. www.RivasPublishing. com or 1-800-250-7884

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Education

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25 DRIVER TRAINEES NEEDED NOW! Earn $1000 per week! Paid CDL Training! STEVENS TRANSPORT COVERS ALL COSTS! 1-877209-1309 drive4stevens.com

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AIRLINE MECHANIC TRAINING - Get FAA certification. Approved for military benefits. Financial Aid if qualified. Job placement assistance. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance 888686-1704

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CUSTOMER ALERT

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Financial

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Health & Fitness

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VIAGRA 100MG and CIALIS 20mg! 50 Pills + 10 FREE. SPECIAL $99.00 100% guaranteed. FREE Shipping! 24/7 CALL: 1-888-868-9758 Hablamos Espanol.

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Miscellaneous

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OXYGEN - Anytime. Anywhere. No tanks to refill. No deliveries. The All-New Inogen One G4 is only 2.8 pounds! FAA approved! FREE info kit: 844-558-7482 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Lung Cancer? And 60+ Years Old? If So, You And Your Family May Be Entitled To A Significant Cash Award. Call 877-648-6308 To Learn More. No Risk. No Money Out Of Pocket. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Health / Medical

SENIOR LIVING referral service, A PLACE FOR MOM. The nation's largest FREE, no obligation senior living referral service. Contact our trusted local experts today! 1-800-217-3942

FREE VIAGRA PILLS 48 PILLS + 4 FREE! VIAGRA 100MG/ CIALIS 20mg Free Pills! No hassle, Discreet Shipping. Save Now. Call Today 1-888-410-0514

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CASH PAID for unexpired, sealed DIABETIC TEST STRIPS! 1 DAY PAYMENT & PREPAID shipping. HIGHEST PRICES! Call 1-888-776-7771. www. Cash4DiabeticSupplies.com

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Please be advised we at The Shopperʼs Weekly Publications do not know of any fraudulent advertisements. We make every attempt to protect our readers, however we do not have the ability to investigate and verify all advertisements. Therefore, we advise our readers to ask questions of the advertisers they reply to, but be especially careful of anyone who asks you to send large sums of money up front. If you suspect a fraudulent ad in our publications, please give us a call at 618-533-7283.

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Dish Network-Satellite Television Services. Now Over 190 channels for ONLY $49.99/mo! HBOFREE for one year, FREE Installation, FREE Streaming, FREE HD. Add Internet for $14.95 a month. 1-800-718-1593 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

SUPPORT our service members, veterans and their families in their time of need. For more information visit the Fisher House website at www. fisherhouse.org

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Motorcycles

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WANTED OLD JAPANESE MOTORCYCLES KAWASAKI Z1-900 (1972-75), KZ900, KZ1000 (1976-1982), Z1R, KZ 1000MK2 (1979,80), W1-650, H1-500 (1969-72), H2-750 (19721975), S1-250, S2-350, S3-400, KH250, KH400, SUZUKI-GS400, GT380, HONDA-CB750K (1969-1976), CBX1000 (1979,80) CASH!! 1-800-772-1142 1-310721-0726 usa@classicrunners.com ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Travel

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Valentine’s Getaway! 4-Day Bahamas Cruise on Carnival Liberty Sailing 2/11/18 from Port Canaveral. Inside $363.55pp Balcony $483.55pp, including taxes & port fees. $150pp Deposit by 9/10/17 to secure your cabin! Call NCP Travel 877-270-7260. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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Autos Wanted

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Got an older car, boat or RV? Do the humane thing. Donate it to the Humane Society. Call 1- 855558-3509 –––––––––––––––––––––––––

CARS/TRUCKS WANTED!!! All Makes/Models 2000-2016! Any Condition. Running or Not. Top $$$ Paid! Free Towing! We're Nationwide! Call Now: 1-888-985-1806

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Education

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AIRLINE MECHANIC TRAINING - Get FAA Technician certification. Approved for military benefits. Financial Aid if qualified. Job placement assistance. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance 866-453-6204 –––––––––––––––––––––––––

Medical

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Got Knee Pain? Back Pain? Shoulder Pain? Get a painrelieving brace at little or NO cost to you. Medicare Patients Call Health Hotline Now! 1- 844502-1809 –––––––––––––––––––––––––

Miscellaneous For Sale

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DIATOMACEOUS EARTHFOOD GRADE 100% OMRI Listed-Meets Organic Use Standards. BUY ONLINE ONLY: homedepot.com –––––––––––––––––––––––––

MIDWEST CLASSIFIED NETWORK

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Automobiles

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DONATE YOUR CAR TO CHARITY. Receive maximum value of write off for your taxes. Running or not! All conditions accepted. Free pickup. Call for details. 855-752-6680 (MCN)

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DONATE YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR BOAT TO HERITAGE FOR THE BLIND. Free 3 Day Vacation, Tax Deductible, Free Towing, All Paperwork Taken Care Of. 1-800-283-0205 (MCN) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Cable/Internet

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Spectrum Triple Play: TV, Internet & Voice for $29.99 ea. 60 MB per second speed. No contract or commitment. We buy your existing contract up to $500! 1-800-919-3588 (MCN) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Exede satellite internet. Affordable, high speed broadband satellite internet anywhere in the U.S. Order now and save $100. Plans start at $39.99/month. Call 1-800-7129365 (MCN)

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Cut the Cable! CALL DIRECTV. Bundle & Save! Over 145 Channels PLUS Genie HD-DVR. $50/month for 2 Years (with AT&T Wireless.) Call for Other Great Offers! Call 1-800-2034378 (MCN) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Miscellaneous

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HughesNet: Gen4 satellite internet is ultra fast and secure. Plans as low as $39.99 in select areas. Call 1-855-440-4911 now to get a $50 Gift Card!

Wednesday, August 16, 2017

CLEANERS/LAUNDRY

COIN SHOPS

Courtesy Cleaners

JIM'S COIN SHOPPE

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WE BUY & SELL!

M – F 7:30AM - 5PM SAT. 8AM - NOON

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Businesses

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A PLACE FOR MOM. The nation's largest senior living referral service. Contact our trusted, local experts today! Our service is FREE/no obligation. CALL 1-844-722-7993 –––––––––––––––––––––––––

Social Security Disability? Up to $2,671/mo. (Based on paid-in amount.) FREE evaluation! Call Bill Gordon & Associates. 1-855498-6323. Mail: 2420 N St NW, Washington DC. Office: Broward Co. FL., member TX/NM Bar. –––––––––––––––––––––––––

LIFELOCK Identity Theft Protection. Do not Wait! Start Guarding Your Identity Today. 3 layers of protection. Detect, Alert, Restore. Receive 10% off. Call for Details 1-855-399-2089

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Lung Cancer? And Age 60+? You And Your Family May Be Entitled To Significant Cash Award. Call 866-428-1639 for Information. No Risk. No Money Out Of Pocket.

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Wanted to Buy –––––––––––––––––––––––––

Wants to purchase minerals and other oil and gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557 Denver, Co. 80201 –––––––––––––––––––––––––

CASH PAID- up to $25/Box for unexpired, sealed DIABETIC TEST STRIPS.

IT'S TIME TO HAVE THAT

GARAGE SALE!

Think Of All That Clutter Gone. Think Of All The Extra Space You'll Have. Think Of All The Extra Money You Can Make.

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

Call Peggy 618-533-7283

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Cable/Internet

Employment/Help Wanted

SWITCH TO DIRECTV. From $50/Month, includes FREE Genie HD/DVR # 3 months HBO, SHOWTIME, CINEMAX, STARZ. Get a $50 Gift Card. Call 877-894-5275 (MCN)

Over the Road carrier seeking experienced drivers. Midwest and west coast, no east coast. Drivers average 3,000+ miles per week, loaded and empty miles paid. Call recruiting 1-800-6453748. www.gfltruck.com (MCN)

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Change the way you watch TV- Get rid of cable and get DIRECTV! You may also qualify to receive $100 VISA gift card when you sign up today Limited time Only. CALL NOW! 844-359-1203 (MCN) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Stop paying too much for cable, and get DISH today. Call 855589-1962 to learn more about our special offers! (MCN)

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DISH NETWORK. TV for Less, Not Less TV! FREE DVR. FREE Install (up to 6 rooms.) $49.99/ mo. PLUS Hi-Speed Internet $14.95/mo (where available.). Call 1-855-434-0020 (MCN)

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SAVE on internet and TV bundles! Order the best exclusive cable and satellite deals in your area! If eligible, get up to $300 in Visa Gift Cards. CALL NOW! 1-800-925-0146 (MCN) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Employment/Help Wanted

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MAKE $1,000 WEEKLY! Paid in advance! Mailing Brochures at Home! Easy pleasant work. Begin Immediately! Age unimportant! WWW.HomeBucks.US ###### Earn $1,000's Processing Mail! Details: Rush SASE: LISTS/IA, Springhouse, PA 19477-0396 (MCN) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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Home Improvement

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ALL THINGS BASEMENTY! Basement Systems Inc. Call us for all of your basement needs! Waterproofing, Finishing, Structural Repairs, Humidity and Mold Control. FREE ESTIMATES! Call 1-800-6408195 (MCN)

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Save money with solar! Custom Designed Systems, Free Maintenance, Free Quote & Design. No Out of Pocket Costs. Call now! 866-944-4754 (MCN) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Get the perfect yard without lifting a finger! Everything you need from lawn care, soil analysis, weed control, pest control, and more! Call Now 855675-5704 (MCN) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Water Damage in your Home? Call now for a free, fast quote. Insurance approved. Help restore your piece of mind! 866-8651875 (MCN) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Leaky Faucet? Broken toilet? Call NOW and get the best deals with your local plumbers. No hassle appointment setup. Call NOW! 866-865-1875 (MCN) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Home Improvement

For Sale

Got Mold- or think you might have it? Mold can be hazardous to you and your family's health! Get rid of it now! Call our experts and get a quote today! 855-398-7133(MCN)

Trailer Sale: 4-place snowmobile trailers 20’ & 24’: Scissor lift trailers; 2017 7’X16’ V-nose ramp door $4,442.00; 2017 6’X12’ V-nose ramp door $2,775.00; 2017 18’ 7k Car hauler MX speedloader $2,799.00; 515-972-4554 www. FortDodgeTrailerWorld.com for inventory & prices! (MCN)

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Financial

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Are you in BIG trouble with the IRS? Stop wage & bank levies, liens & audits, unfiled tax returns, payroll issues, & resolve tax debt FAST. Call 888-606-6673 (MCN) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

STUDENT LOAN PAYMENTS got you down? We can help reduce payments and get finances under control, call: 866-871-1626 (MCN) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Reduce your total credit card payments by up to 30% to 50%! Call Consolidated Credit NOW! 844-764-1891 (MCN)

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