By Donna Barker dbarker@bcrnews.com

PRINCETON — Coyotes may not be get-ting more aggressive, but they do appear to be getting braver and heading closer to residential areas.

In recent weeks, WQAD News 8 reporter Chris Minor reported on two separate inci-dents in Rock Island in which neighbor-

hood dogs were attacked by coyotes. The Chicago Tribune has reported more than 2,000 coyotes live in Cook County with some of those living near neighborhoods and industrial facilities.

On Monday, Bureau County Animal Control Officer Scott Robbins said he wouldn’t say there are more coyote sight-ings this year than in other years in Bureau County, but coyotes do seem to be

getting braver and coming closer to more residential areas. He has received several calls from concerned residents from all around the county, mostly from people living on the edge of communities.

As far as the safety of family pets, Rob-bins said cats and kittens are the easiest prey for coyotes, as well as very small dogs. Coyotes are not aggressive to people and try to stay away from them.

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Coyotes in our town?

The hold up on Habanero’s

Animals appear to be getting braver

Healing an eyesore on Main Street

Hieronymus: The issue is getting

voters to vote

By Donna Barker dbarker@bcrnews.com

PRINCETON — The state of Illinois has become the 18th state in the country to approve online voter regis-tration, but the issue is big-ger than just getting more people registered to vote, said to Bureau County Clerk Kami Hieronymus.

On Saturday, Gov. Pat Quinn signed legislation revising the Illinois Elec-tion Code to give residents the ability to register to vote online. The new registration system is to be in place by July 2014.

In making his announce-ment, Quinn said democracy works best when as many voters as possible raise their voices at the ballot box.

“Online voter registra-tion will encourage more people to fulfill their civic duty by making that first step of registering to vote easier and more accessible,” Quinn said. “This new law will boost registration rates, cut costs and move Illinois’ democratic process into the 21st century.”

On Monday, Hieronymus said the concept behind the new legislation is good, to make it more convenient for people to get registered to vote.

“But that’s not really the problem or the bigger issue,” Hieronymus said. “Somehow the focus needs to be more on voter turnout, getting peo-ple to actually vote once they are registered. That’s where the issue is.”

As reported earlier in the Bureau County Republican, Hieronymus said there are already several registration options available for people, including county clerks’ offices, driver’s license facili-ties, and some high schools. Though opportunities for

By GolDie Currie gcurrie@bcrnews.com

PRINCETON – It’s been almost five months since a fire engulfed Habanero’s Mexican Grill and Cantina in downtown Princeton, yet charred portions of the building continue to be left untouched and in shambles at its loca-tion on South Main Street.

On Friday, insurance agent Pete Mangold of Princeton Insurance Group, confirmed the clean-up is slowly progressing. The hold-up has been the common wall located between

Habanero’s and Tank’s Pet Store. He said the wall experienced structural damage during the fire, and a concern with engineers has been that the wall will collapse or cave into the pet store if any more of the Habanero’s building is torn down and removed.

The unstable wall has caused a drawn-out battle between the business’ insurance com-panies regarding who is responsible to pay to have the wall stabilized.

“Everyone wants to get this done and cleaned up, and that’s what the intentions have been this whole time,” said Mangold,

who is the insurance agent for both Tank’s Pet Store and Habanero’s.

Shortly after the fire, a plywood fence was constructed in the front of the restaurant as a safety precaution. Workers recently removed the fence in time for the annual Beef & Ag Days celebration.

Mayor Keith Cain confirmed the front area of the restaurant was safe even though the fencing had been taken down.

In early May, crews attempted to clean-up the remains of the building when they dis-covered the unstable common wall and were

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Remembering the olden days and waysArea residents Gerald Linker (left) and Paul Hamrick take a look at one of several antique tractors displayed at Saturday’s Mingle on Main event in Malden. The all-day event was organized and hosted by The Feed Store and its owner Janice Woodford and also included an antique car and bike show, children’s activities, music and several food options. Proceeds from the annual event will benefit St. Jude’s.

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The 2013 Junior Miss Bureau County Fair contestants met at the Bureau County Fair-grounds to pose for photos and rehearse for Sunday’s pageant at Princeton High School. Shown in the photo above are (from left) Angie Turpen of Princ-eton, Faith Whightsil of Spring Valley, the 2012 Junior Miss Bureau County Fair Alison Brown of Princeton, Courtney Cook of Princ-eton, Kendra Cain of Princeton and Katelyn Splitt of Wyanet. Shown in the photo below are (from left) Victoria Wal-lace of Tiskilwa, Paisley Dhesse of Spring Val-ley, 2012 Miss Bureau County Fair Alison Brown of Princeton, Hannah Atherton of Wal-nut, Carrington Musil of Buda and Haleigh Hall of Princeton. Not present for the photo was Mikay-la Wilhelm of Mendota.

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forced to stall operations with fear the wall would collapse.

During this time, howev-er, crews were able to deter-mine the cause of the fire to be accidental, according to Mangold. He could not go into further detail on what exactly caused the fire.

After operations stalled, an orange snow fence was hung as a barrier from the disarray left behind the building. Time and sum-mer heat have caused the orange snow fence to droop over and sag.

Although the fencing has wilted, Princeton City Clerk Pete Nelson said if the area is maintained behind the fencing it draws no concern for the city. The idea of the fencing is to keep wonder-ing children and pedestri-ans away from the area. Nelson confirmed the city

hasn’t yet had issues with trespassers through the building.

Nelson admitted he is a little concerned with how long the cleanup process has taken and the drawn-out issues between the two parties involved in the situ-ation.

He said the city would like to see more progress in the next 30 days, add-ing the good news is the parties are now talking to each other and trying to reach an agreement. Nelson confirmed if it appears no progress has been made in the time frame given, the city will step in with rein-forcement action.

Mangold confirmed a sur-veyor has recently been in to look at the damaged wall and a plan of action on how the wall will be fixed should be completed within the next week.

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Crafting their way to funRug hooking

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By Donna Barkerdbarker@bcrnews.com

PRINCETON — An estimated 100 pieces of “creative crafts” will be displayed in a special exhibit at the Prairie Arts Center in Princ-eton.

The exhibit, which begins Friday, will showcase the art of rug hooking with items crafted by the Princeton Creative Crafts group, along with pieces done by members of the River Valley Rug Hookers and from the Prairie Arts Shop at Bishop Hill.

The opening recep-tion for the exhibit is set for 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Prairie Arts Center, located at 24 Park Ave. East. The exhibit runs from Friday through Aug. 25. Regular gallery hours are 10 a.m. to noon Wednesdays and from 1 to 4 p.m. Satur-days and Sundays.

Princeton residents Sandy Rieker, Juned-ale Straka and Lorraine Sarrels are the founding members of the Princ-eton Creative Crafters group. For about seven years the group met in homes before mov-ing 18 months ago to the Princeton Public Library for more space.

Rieker said the Cre-ative Crafters have

crafted numerous rugs in all sizes, styles and shapes throughout the years, plus some mem-bers also do knitting, crocheting and weaving. However, the Aug. 2-25 exhibit will focus on rug hooking.

In addition to all the homemade rugs, mem-bers have also made pil-lows, chair seat covers, a fireplace screen and all kinds of home and seasonal decorations, including a standing Santa figure several feet tall, Rieker said, add-ing the nice thing about rug hooking is there are different styles and pat-terns to fit any home decor, including primi-tive, modern and tradi-tional.

In addition to mak-ing items for their own homes, the women have given some of their fin-

ished pieces as gifts for family and friends and have also donated items through the years to area organizations and groups, Straka said.

On a personal note, Rieker said she became involved with rug hook-ing in September 2004 when she was visiting Bishop Hill and learned about a class being offered on the art of rug hooking.

“It was love at first hook for me,” Rieker said. “I love it because it’s creative and relax-ing and a lot of fun.”

Straka has been doing rug hooking for more than 25 years, since before moving to Princ-eton. She favors the whimsical look when she’s choosing her rug-hooking projects. One of her favorite pieces right now is the “Gar-

den Nibbler,” which shows a rabbit eating flowers in a garden. She is also making a special rug for her doll collec-tion room.

Both Rieker and Stra-ka said they are proud of the crafts they have made and are excited to have the opportu-nity to show the com-munity the things they have done through the exhibit at the Prairie Arts Center.

The art of rug hook-ing is easier than it may seem, the women agreed. They encour-aged others to learn more about rug hook-ing by coming to the exhibit at the Prairie Arts Center. Also, Riek-er will do a rug hooking demonstration at 7 p.m. Aug. 7 at the Prairie Arts Center.

Of course, anyone, man or woman, is invited to attend one of the monthly Cre-ative Crafters meeting at the Princeton Pub-lic Library, Straka said. Visitors can come and watch the ladies as the work or they may bring their own craft projects. No matter, whether a beginner or experienced crafter, the idea behind the Princeton Creative Crafters is to relax and have fun, while creating some amazing items, Straka and Rieker agreed.

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Getting rid of those electronicsThe Princeton Recycling Center was the place to be on Saturday if you had old electronics you wanted to get rid. The city held its annual electronics recycling event, opening it up to the entire county. BCR photo/Donna Barker

Princeton Creative Crafters group members Junedale Straka (left) and Sandy Rieker show some of the many items they have completed through the art of rug hooking. The women are among several area crafters who will display their artwork at a special exhibit which begins Friday at the Prairie Arts Center in Princeton.

To safeguard pets, Rob-bins said his recommenda-tion is for people to make sure they don’t leave dog or cat food outside and to make sure their garbage cans have secured locked lids. Like raccoons, the coyotes are looking for food to eat, he said.

In an interview last week, Illinois Department of Nat-ural Resources spokesper-son Scott Wright also stated he couldn’t say there has been an increase in the coyote population. But coy-otes are a very intelligent animal which adapt very well, which might be the reason there seems to be more coyotes reported in towns, he said.

On the positive side, coy-otes do help control wild animal populations like deer, mice, snakes and squirrels, “about anything that doesn’t eat them first,” Wright said. Coyotes are scavengers which means they also like to eat road kill. Unfortunately, coyotes will also take domesticated animals, like dogs and cats, he said.

If people live in areas

where coyotes have been seen or are suspected, his recommendation is for those people to make sure they don’t leave any garbage or scraps out that would draw the coyote to the area. Also, don’t allow pets to be outside unsu-pervised for long periods of time, especially overnight.

As far as controlling the coyote population, Wright said there is a year-round hunting season for coyotes and also a trapping season in the fall, but people must have a hunting license or trapping license. If a coy-ote is trapped, it must be destroyed, he said.

As far as safety con-cerns for people, Wright said coyotes are not aggressive toward people and are pretty seclusive. But even if they aren’t aggressive toward people, coyotes are still wild ani-mals and should never be approached or tried to be kept as a pet, he said.

For additional informa-tion on coyotes, Wright recommended readers learn more at the Living with Wildlife in Illinois web site at http://web.extension.illinos.edu/wildlife.

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voter registration may be a problem for peo-ple living in cities, she doesn’t see that as a problem in rural areas, she said.

Again, the problem isn’t so much getting people registered to vote, but getting them

to the polls once they are registered, Hierony-mus said. To tackle that problem, some states have a system in which all ballots are mailed out to registered voters, but she sees some potential concerns with that sys-tem, including postage costs and possible voter fraud and influence.

In Bureau County’s most recent election on

April 9, the average voter turnout for the county was at 35.32 percent, which means 8,449 of the county’s 23,919 reg-istered voters went to the polls.

According to Satur-day’s announcement by Quinn, the new online voter registration legis-lation is part of House Bill 2418, which also includes other provi-

sions such as requiring the Illinois State Board of Elections to post pre-cinct-by-precinct totals for all of the state’s pre-cincts, and changing the code so that votes cast for a candidate who drops out before Elec-tion Day but remains on the ballot will not be counted.

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From Africa to BradfordLearning about

agriculture in the United States

By Goldie Curriegcurrie@bcrnews.com

BRADFORD – The Wright family of Bradford is currently hosting a stu-dent from Africa Univer-sity, which is located in Zimbabwe.

Theoneste “Theo” Nzaranyimana, 27, is studying crop production and is in Illinois on an internship to study and experience modern agri-culture first hand in the heart of the Midwest.

“It’s very amazing because you can’t find in Africa the green fields filled with the crops,” he said. “People in Africa don’t have the agriculture like they do here.”

Nzaranyimana grew up in a southern part of Rwanda, a place he describes as very moun-tainous, where there are heavy rains and big forests. His father was a farmer and grew things like rice, bananas, sweet potatoes, paprika, beans and more.

Nzaranyimana went to

primary school in Rwan-da before he was sepa-rated from his family and forced to joined a refugee camp in a neighboring country.

“Properties were taken by force because the government didn’t have enough money to pay back the soldiers, and the soldiers came and took the farms and took the properties,” he said.

According to Joann Wright, Nzaranyimana has been separated from his birth parents since 2007 and believes one of his brothers was poi-soned by someone from the government.

N z a r a n y i m a n a explained he wanted to get his father’s proper-ty back to make money to pay the fees for his younger brothers’ and sisters’ schooling. He was arrested and sent to the refugee camp.

It was there he attend-ed a high school and came in connection with a missionary from Iowa, who is also a professor at Africa University.

N z a r a n y i m a n a explained the Methodist church’s support scholar-ships for students to go to

Africa University.Nzaranyimana is one

student who is attend-ing school on one of these scholarships. He admits his inspira-tion to study agriculture comes from his back-ground studies in science and his father being a farmer.

“I liked the way he was working, and I was very interested in doing agriculture because my father and background in science,” he said.

He was selected as the best student to come on the internship to Brad-ford.

“I’m here, and I’m doing good, and I have a new family. They call me ‘son.’ It’s a good family. I like it. They like me, and in fact, they remove all my stresses from my background,” he said.

Nzaranyimana will return to Africa Univer-sity on Aug. 20. Until then, he is exploring and taking in the Midwestern lifestyle and modern agri-culture.

To date, he has visited a dairy farm, has gotten to ride in a combine, visit with a soil scien-tist, do chores on the

Wright farm and is look-ing for more people and things that will expose him to all areas of agri-culture.

Of all the things he has learned thus far, the most amazing experi-ence has been the ride in the combine.

“It was my first time seeing a combine with an air conditioner, GPS. It can drive itself and calculate,” he said.

He explained, in Africa, if a farmer even gets tractor, it requires a more hands-on approach and takes much more effort to run the machinery.

“I’m trying to compile what I’m doing because I will be presenting to other colleagues after the internship. I’ll have to write a booklet on what I learned and how agriculture is done in the U.S.,” he said.

Nzaranyimana plans to return and help oth-ers understand what agriculture is like in the United States, and once he receives a master’s degree, perhaps teach agriculture to others.

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Alma PolsonPRINCETON — Alma Irene Polson of Princeton

passed away Friday, July 26, 2013, in Princeton. Irene was born Oct. 14, 1925, to Frank and Ellen Polson of rural Princeton.

After graduating Princeton High School, Irene went on to receive degrees from Augustana College and Northwestern University. She was a member of Delta Kappa Gamma. She taught English and French in high schools in Illinois but mainly in Chicago. During her teaching career, Irene traveled to universities in the United States and abroad to further her education and interests. She also worked as a legal secretary.

She was a published poet, authored a children’s book and diligently worked on Polson/Adamson genealogy. At an early age she learned piano and eventually the organ as a challenge. Irene was a private person who found great pleasure in her books and music. She was a member of First Lutheran Church in Princeton. Her family thanks those people who gave her care during her illness and final hours.

Irene was preceded in death by her parents; a broth-er, Roger Polson; and two sisters, Virginia Schneider and Lucille Robinson. She is survived by one sister, Eunice Peterson of Oro Valley, Ariz.; a niece, Chris-tine (Martin) Gruber; a great-nephew, Marty (Eliza-beth) Gruber of nearby Chicago; and several cousins.

Burial will be private. A memorial service is pend-ing.

Memorials may be directed to a charity of your choice.

The Norberg Memorial Home, Princeton, is caring for the family. Online condolences may be left at www.norbergfh.com.

Mabel RoppBUDA — Mabel Ropp, 91, of Buda, formerly of

Bradford, passed away at 7:20 a.m. Monday, July 29, 2013, at Liberty Vil-lage of Princeton.

Born July 13, 1922, in Putnam to Charles Jr. and Ethel (Welch) Dorff, she married Walter A. Ropp Nov. 9, 1939, in Henry. He died Jan. 23, 1981.

She was a farmer’s wife. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Princeton.

Surviving are two daughters, Joyce (Mike) Mow-bray of Chilicothe and Betty Frazier of Princeton; one son, Dale (Sally) Ropp of Buda; eight grand-children; 15 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; one grandson, Christopher Ropp; and four brothers, Harvey, Raymond, Lee and Roy Dorff.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at the Grant-Johnson Funeral Home, Princeton, with the Rev. Brian Hall officiating. Burial will be in Elm Lawn Memorial Park, Princeton.

Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Pallbearers will be Gary Mowbray, Fred Frazier, Tim Frazier, Robert Rouse, Mike Menerey & Doug-las Frazier.

Memorials may be directed to the First Presby-terian Church.

Online condolences may be left at www.grant-johnsonfh.com.

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Mabel Ropp

Margery SteelePRINCETON — A memorial service for Margery W.

Steele, who passed away Thursday, June 20, 2013, will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the Norberg Memorial Home in Princeton. There will be no visitation. A luncheon and time of remembrance for Margery will immediately follow the memorial service downstairs at Fitzgerald’s Lounge, 432 S. Main St., Princeton.

Gertrude OlsonEAST MOLINE — Gertrude M. Olson, 84, of East

Moline died Thursday, July 25, 2013, at Hope Creek Care Center in East Moline.

Arrangements are pending at Esterdahl Mortuary & Crematory, Ltd. in Moline.

Gloria StockingPRINCETON — Gloria Gene Stocking, 73, of Prince-

ton passed away Saturday, July 27, 2013, at her home.She was born July 28, 1939, in Princeton to Eugene

B. and Louise (Dalziel) Enright. She graduated from Ohio High School in 1957. Gloria married Benjamin “Bud” Stocking on June 28, 1958, in Ohio, Ill. He died on March 28, 1998. She later got her nursing degree from Sauk Valley Community College. Gloria worked at various nursing homes around the area and also did home health care. She previously attended Immacu-late Conception Catholic Church in Ohio. She was a dedicated Chicago Bears fan.

Gloria is survived by her two daughters, Marilyn (Rex Rybolt) Sommer of Columbia, Mo., and Sue Stocking of Columbia, Mo. Also surviving is a grand-son, Justin (Kelly) Rybolt of Missouri, and one great-grandson, Tyler Rybolt. Surviving as well are four siblings, Joanne Stocking of Texas, Norene Enright of Dixon, Denise Enright of Indiana and Patrick (Christy) Enright of Wisconsin. She was an aunt to many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her hus-band and one brother, Ed Enright.

A Celebration of Life for Gloria will be announced and take place at a later date.

Memorials may be directed to the family charitable disbursement.

The Norberg Memorial Home, Princeton, is assisting the family. Online condolences may be left at www.norbergfh.com.

Spring Valley man arrested on cocaine chargePRINCETON — A Spring Valley man has been

arrested on a felony drug charge by the Tri-County Drug Enforcement Narcotics Team (TRI-DENT).

Marcelus Britt, 34, was arrrested at about 1:42 p.m. July 24 by TRI-DENT agents after Britt sold about 1.1 grams of crack cocaine to an undercover agent in the parking lot of a Spring Valley business located in the 100 block of Fourth Street.

Britt was taken to the Spring Valley Police

Department by Spring Valley Police where he was charged with the Class 1 felony of unlawful deliv-ery of a controlled substance, crack cocaine, and also with the Class A misdemeanor of resisting/obstructing a peace officer. Further charges are pending.

Britt’s bond was set at $70,000.All suspects are presumed to be innocent until

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Four-H has changed a lot from a bazil-lion years ago when I was a member — more projects, a more in-depth opportunity for learning, increased interaction with the judges ... lots of important aspects that 4-H members will be able to adapt to their future endeavors.

On the flip side of the coin, 4-H still has many similarities that have traveled with the organi-zation throughout the years — the ability for young people to learn about a variety of subjects, a hands-on approach to learning, teamwork, respect and more. That’s admirable.

If you know a 4-H member, I hope you’ll ask him/her to tell you about their 4-H Fair experiences. And remember, 4-H members wouldn’t succeed without the adults in their lives who give so much time, energy and understanding to that success. Blue ribbons, red ribbons, white ribbons ... it doesn’t matter. The 4-H members and those who support them are all winners in my book.

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vying for Little Miss Bureau County Fair. On Page 2 in today’s BCR are the Junior Miss Bureau County Fair contestants, and in Thursday’s BCR, we’ll publish the Miss Bureau County Fair Queen contestants along with a brief interview with each one. The Bureau County Fair Queen Pageant is an event you won’t want to miss on Sunday at Princeton High School. If you’ve never attended one of these pageants, it’s really quite enjoy-able, and I think you’ll be glad you did.

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Women of Distinction: Thursday at 5 p.m. is the deadline for submitting a nomination for Illinois Valley Living’s Women of Distinction Award. You can find a nomination form at www.illinoisvalleyliving.com or you can stop by office at 800 Ace Road in Princeton and ask for one at our front desk. This award is meant for those women who go the extra mile to make life better for others. We all know a Woman of Distinction. Why not nominate her today! Questions? Give me a call at 815-875-4461, ext. 229.

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fresh produce, don’t forget your elderly neighbors. They would love a fresh taste from your garden. Also, your area food pantry will be happy to share your fresh produce with those who are down on their luck. Just a thought!

•••Have you seen a copy of our Summer 2013 Illinois

Valley Living?•••

August is just around the corner, and before long, area children will be headed back to school. Take some now to make some memories. There are all kinds of things to do that don’t cost a dime but can generate memories for years to come. And remember ... you are important to me and the BCR.

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TerriSimon

PerspectiveBureau CountyRepublican

Serving Bureau County SinCe 1847

Sam R FisherPublisher

Terri Simoneditor

On the street What is your favorite thing about the 4-H Fair?

Letter EditorTOTHE

First Amendment“Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free

exercise thereof, or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press, or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances.”

Constitution of the United States, 1789

The Bureau County Republican will print letters of interest to our readers. Send letters to: Readers opinions, P.O. Box 340, Princeton, IL 61356; fax (815) 875-1235; or email to opinion@bcrnews.com. Letters may be edited for length or clarity. Correct names and hometowns must be included with let-ters to be published. Telephone numbers are needed to verify the authenticity of letters but will not be published.

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From the editor’s desk

Lower/higher speed limits?To the Editor:

Concerning the pending legislation to increase Illinois speed limits and a compromise that may leave final decisions to the coun-ties …

Studies have long shown speed limits have little effect on how fast people actually drive on open roads, and any traffic engi-neer (and many state police departments) will explain 85th per-centile speeds are the proper way to set limits (the maximum speed at which 85 percent of traf-fic actually flows when unencumbered).

Artificially low limits do not slow down the faster traffic, but they do cause several types of dysfunction which make the roads more danger-ous. For example, slower traffic will tend to flow at the posted limit. When limits are too low,

speed variance between the fastest and slowest traffic increases. This is a leading cause of road rage particularly when slower traffic does not keep right and yield to faster traffic. Dumbed-down limits also tend to increase distracting activities, further con-tributing to impaired drivers and road rage as slower traffic lumbers along in the passing lane chit-chatting on the phone, too busy to notice someone wants to pass.

In addition to road rage and speed vari-ance being largely caused by artificially low speed limits, there are other issues. For example, Illinois insti-tuted “super-speeder laws” a year or two ago. For going 30 over the limit, a person can go to prison. Think about that. Thirty miles per hour over the limit is not unusual in Chicago-land when the roads are clear (55+30 = 85). This is not such an unreason-

able speed in modern cars in clear daytime weather that offenders should go to jail.

Combining extreme penalties like this with limits which are 20-30 mph below prevail-ing traffic flow speeds exposes even safe driv-ers to the threat of jail time and insurance rate surcharges. The insur-ance surcharges (for points on license) are the primary reason that P&C insurance compa-nies (including AAA) push to keep limits low – it enables them to charge higher rates without higher risk – it’s all profit. Health, disabil-ity and life insurers have very little to say about speed limits because it is a non-issue for them.

States which have increased limits, by and large, have experienced declines in fatality rates because of reduced speed variance and road rage. The Michigan State Police are among the more outspoken propo-nents of this approach.

The fatality rate even decreased in Montana which for some years had no daytime limit fol-lowing the demise of the 55 mph national speed limit in 1995. In 1995, 22 years of prohibition ended … unless you live in Illinois.

Traffic congestion increases when speeds are lower. Heavy traffic can only move as fast as the slowest car, and the slowest car will be going the speed limit. Like water through a hose, you can increase the flow rate by using a big-ger hose or by increas-ing the flow rate. Slow down the flow of the main line, and all the feeders back up. Lower limits mean more grid-lock.

Artificially low limits have nothing to do with safety. They are about politics and enrichment of insurers.

Steve Doner, former Illinois state chapter

coordinator for National Motorists Association

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Home ImprovementFour fast, easy kitchen projects you can complete this weekend

(BPT) Minor kitchen updates can result in enhanced appearance, enjoyment and increased home value. With a free weekend and a modest budget, you can accom-plish some do-it-yourself projects that will give your kitchen a whole new look.

Focus on projects that will have maximum impact with minimal time invested. These would be projects such as restor-ing existing tile work or installing a tile backsplash, switching out cabinet hardware, or painting an accent wall or the ceil-ing rather than the whole room. Here are four sim-ple kitchen improvements that you can do in a day or two:

1. Rejuvenate exist-ing tile and grout: Old, stained tile and grout can make an entire surface appear dated and dingy, even if the tile itself is in good condition. Clean-ing or recoloring grout can breathe new life into exist-ing tile work, whether its countertops, flooring or a backsplash. Products like the Aqua Mix brand of tile cleaners and sealants can help remove stains and brighten surfaces without damaging grout. If your grout is in good shape, but you’re just tired of the off-white or gray color, try updating it with a grout colorant. Aqua Mix makes an easy-to-use water-based epoxy available in

24 different colors that recolors, seals and renews existing grout.

2. Create a trendy tile backsplash: Tile without hiring a professional. If you’re a do-it-yourselfer with the right tools and a little bit of know-how, you can easily add a tile back-splash featuring colorful glass or metallic tiles for that designer look in the kitchen.

“Adding a backsplash with decorative tiles cre-ates a new focal point and at the same time brings in a fresh accent color to the kitchen. Follow through with additional touches and inexpensive accesso-ries such as towels, a new curtain or decorative glass jars to complete the trans-formation,” says indepen-dent interior designer Ann Borsheim.

Products like the Sim-pleMat brand tile setting mat make it easy to install tile — on a backsplash, countertop or shower wall. Because the mat’s double stick adhesive sheets elim-inate the need to apply mortar, so you can work at your own pace. Start with a smooth surface — you can even tile over exist-ing tile surfaces — place the mat in position, cut as needed with scissors or a utility knife, press the tiles of your choice in place and grout immediately using a pre-mixed or sin-gle-component grout prod-uct. SimpleMat is available

Make your own masterpieces

(BPT) Still love the overall design scheme of a space, but feeling a lit-tle bored? The best way to breathe new life into it — without revamping the entire area — is by creating a new focal wall. Instead of a decal, stencil or pricey artwork, make a statement that’s one-of-a-kind with a little cre-ativity and painter’s tape.

Heavy patterns on every wall can be over-whelming; adding zest to just one is your best bet to make a positive impact. Before you begin, scan the room to deter-mine the best wall to update. When you enter the space, where do your eyes naturally gravitate? If it’s an area that you love, amp up the style to make it really stand out. But if it’s something that catches your eye for all the wrong reasons, pick a different side of the room. Repositioning the focal point will draw attention away from the elements you don’t like or can’t easily change, like architectural fea-tures, window placement or heating and cooling returns.

Once you’ve deter-mined where you’re

going to paint, it’s time to think about what. Here are a few easy ideas to get the creativity flowing.

Purchasing oversized artwork can be pricey - ranging anywhere from hundreds to even thou-sands of dollars. Don’t shell out a ton of cash to add personality to an empty wall when it’s easy to make your own art.

Creating a mural on one wall is extremely popular, especially one that helps bring the feel of the outdoors inside. Trees are an easy ele-ment to paint on any wall. For a sophisticated look, keep it simple with silhouettes.

If your house is lacking interesting architectural features like decorative molding, you can mimic the look with paint and painter’s tape. Measur-ing and installing the real deal can be time-intensive and tedious, but using paint is an easy way to dress up a space without the cost and labor of installing numerous pieces of trim. From crown molding to wainscoting, using paint to imitate intricate trim work will add high style to your home.

exclusively at Home Depot in sheets or as a value-size role for larger projects. Never installed tile before? No problem — check out the manufacturer’s instruction videos at www.thesimplemat.com.

3. Replace dated hard-ware: Cabinet replace-ment can be costly and time-consuming — and best left to professionals. But you can easily and quickly give your cabi-nets a whole new look by replacing outdated hard-ware. If your cabinets are still builder-bare of knobs, handles or pulls, adding them can not only make them look fresh, it can make them much easier to use. It’s easy to find hardware to suit virtually any design theme or taste, with many home improve-ment stores carrying a wide range of designer styles from sleek, modern metallics to Victorian-inspired glass.

4. Get creative with paint: Painting is one of

the most powerful, cost-effective ways to recreate the look of a room, but painting the entire space can be time-consuming. If you’re not up for a full day of painting four walls and all that trim, consider painting one wall in an eye-catching accent color. Or, for something really different — albeit a bit more work — paint the ceiling in a hue that com-plements the current wall color. No design rule says your kitchen ceiling must be plain white, so spice it up with a color that speaks to you.

Updating your kitchen is a rewarding home-improvement job, and can enhance the kitch-en’s appearance and your enjoyment of it, as well as boost your home’s value. In fact, according to Remodeling Magazine’s Cost vs. Value Report, even a minor kitchen ren-ovation will return more than 75 percent of its cost when you sell your home.

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8 Life

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Life&Arts Registrations — Bureau Valley, DePue, Dalzell, Hall, LaMoille and Ohio release school regis-tration information. See Pages 9 & 10.

Graduations — Colleges release the names of local graduates. See Page 12.

Community NotesWilderness Wednesday

UTICA — Starved Rock Lodge’s Wilderness Wednesday will feature “Hoo’s That I Hear, All About Owls” lead by nature educator, Pam Rowe. This event will begin at 3 p.m. today, Tuesday. The program is free and meant for all ages.

Antique car cruiseSPRING VALLEY — An antique car cruise to

benefit the Spring Valley Historic Association will be Sept. 14 in downtown Spring Valley. The event is for vehicles 1988 and older. Registration will be from 10 a.m. to noon in the 100-200 blocks of West St. Paul Street. The show will be from noon to 5 p.m. There is no registration fee. The event will also include a 50/50, food and music by 3-D Sound.

Dover Day BallyhooDOVER — The Dover Day Ballyhoo will begin at

9 a.m. Aug. 10 in the Dover Park with an art show and sale. The event will also feature homemade ice cream and root beer floats, with an ice cream pad-dle raffle, tractors and cars, a bags tournament, children’s activities and live music throughout the day. The Malden Lions Club will provide a bus with free eye screenings for macular degeneration. The famous pie auction begins at 4 p.m. this year. For more information, call Andrea at 630-346-1822. For bags tournament information, call Jeremy at 815-878-1321.

National Foster Parent Association presents Social Worker of the Year award

PRINCETON — Ali-cia Yocom, foster care worker with Youth Ser-vice Bureau, was awarded the Social Worker of the Year Award at the National Foster Parent Assoc ia t i on 43rd National Education Conference held in Long Beach, Calif., June 5-8. Awards were presented at a lun-cheon “honoring those

who have contributed outstanding service to the NFPA, foster parents at the state or local level or the children in their care.”

Yocom works with children and families in Lee, Whiteside, Carroll and Ogle counties and resides in Princeton with her husband and son.

When asked about the award, Yocom said, “it’s a very nice award and I am happy to have received it, but I didn’t

do anything above and beyond my day-to-day work.

The foster parent who nominated Yocom sees things differently. “Alicia has been working with a family that became a very high profile case and a very difficult case for all five children involved.”

Bev Piccatto, YSB fos-ter care supervisor, said, “it is not every day that a foster parent, involved in the best and worst parts of a case, comes forward

and makes a nomination for the case worker.”

Piccatto traveled to LA to be with her award-winning foster parent case worker.

Yocom and Piccatto attended several work-shops over the four-day conference covering topics for adoptive par-ents, kinship caregivers and agency profession-als whose work with children and families is essential to their well-being.

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PAC will host rug hooking exhibitPRINCETON — The Art

of Rug Hooking, a special exhibit showing works of art by members of the Creative Crafters Group of Princeton and The River Valley Rug Hookers of Chillicothe, will be present-ed at the Prairie Arts Cen-

ter in Princeton through-out the month of August.

A wine and hors d’hoeuvres opening recep-tion for the artists will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday. The exhibit will run through Aug. 25. Gallery hours are Wednesdays from 10 a.m.

until noon and Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m.

A special presentation by artist Sandy Rieker will take place at 7 p.m. Aug. 7 at the Prairie Arts Cen-ter. She will talk about this unique craft and its his-

tory, and will give a demon-stration on how rug hook-ing is done.

This event is free and open to the public. The Prairie Arts Center is locat-ed at 24 Park Ave. East in Princeton. For more infor-mation, call 815-875-2787.

Entries being accepted in PJWC baby contestPRINCETON — Entries

are now being accepted for the 2013 Princeton Junior Woman’s baby contest.

Entrants must be Bureau County resi-dents under 24 months of age as of Sept. 13. Contest entries must be postmarked or emailed to Princetonjuniors@hot-mail.com by Aug. 15.

To enter, mail or email

a wallet or snap shot-size color photograph of the child to Princeton Junior Woman’s Club, P.O. Box 541, Princeton, IL 61356 or Princetonjuniors@hot-mail.com. No 5-by-7 pho-tographs will be accept-ed. The child’s name, sex, current age, birth date, parents’ names, address-es, and home and work phone numbers must be included on the back of

the photo or in email. Photos will be returned only if a self-addressed stamped envelope is included with the entry.

Voting will being Aug. 17 and continue until noon on Sept. 13.

The photographs will be displayed at Central Bank, Midland States Bank, Centrue Bank and Heartland Bank & Trust. The photos will be

rotated on a weekly basis between the four banks. Dates and details will be announced.

Each photograph will have a corresponding canister in which to place votes. One dollar equals 100 votes. The winner will be notified on Sept. 13 and introduced during that evening’s Homestead Festival awards ceremo-ny and pork dinner/ice

cream social.Prizes will be given to

the winners, as well as the first boy and girl run-ners-up. Savings bonds, T-Shirts, silver cups, gift certificates and other items were among some of the prizes awarded to last year’s winners. All winners and their par-ents will have a spot in the Homestead Festival parade.

The Princeton Junior Woman’s Club will donate all the proceeds from the contest back to the com-munity through various projects and organiza-tions.

For more information, contact any of the fol-lowing chairmen: Gay-lynn Lilley, Gail Jagers or Cheri Swanson, or email Princetonjuniors@hot-mail.com.

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Valley Unit District 340 district wide registration for all grades will be held from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. today, Tuesday, and from noon to 7 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday. All Bureau Valley students are to register at Bureau Valley High School, including all special needs students who are resi-dents of Bureau Valley but attend classes in another district. Students entering kindergarten, sixth or ninth grades must have complete physical examinations, as well as evidence of immu-nizations. Students enter-ing from another district for the first time are also required to present com-plete physical exam forms and immunization records and a certified birth certifi-cate. Hospital certificates cannot be accepted.

Parents may make appointments with the Bureau County Department of Public Health for immu-nizations from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays by calling 815-872-5091. Parents are to bring their student’s immunization records to the Health Department. The cost of each immunization is $12. The cost is covered by medical card, public aid or for anyone who is unable to pay the cost due to hard-ship.

The state requires all students entering kinder-garten, second and sixth grades to have completed dental examinations.

All students register-ing must present a Social Security number and 9-1-1 address, if applicable.

Admission to kinder-garten in Bureau Valley Schools is based on chronological age. To be eligible, a child must be 5 years of age on or before September 1, 2013. Students must present a certified birth certificate before they can attend school.

Registration forms for the Bureau Valley North and Wyanet pre-kindergar-ten programs have been sent separately to families by mail. Families are to fill out the form and gather the necessary paperwork and return the packet at registration time.

An orientation session for all incoming freshmen and new transfer students

will be held at Bureau Valley High School from 9 a.m. to noon Aug. 7.

Registration fees for Bureau Valley High School include:

The book rental fee $100 per students, $200 cap per family; driver’s educa-tion, $100, does not include permit fee; physical educa-tion, $18.75, includes $13.75 uniform and $5 padlock; parking lot permit, $10; athletic fee, $60 per sport, $120 maximum per family; optional student activity pass, $35, for all home games, excluding tourna-ments; student insurance, $46 during school time or $116 optional 24-hour cov-erage; football insurance, $162; adult athletic season pass, $65, for home high school games excluding tournaments or $75 for junior high and high school home games excluding tournaments.

Lunch prices for 9th through 12th grades are $2 for full-price lunch, 40 cents for reduced lunch; adult lunches are $2.50; breakfast prices are $1 for full price and 30 cents for reduced breakfast.

Registration fees for kin-dergarten through eighth grade include:

Book rental for kinder-garten though 8th grade is $100 per student, $200 cap per family; 6th through 8th grade physical education fees are $12 for a uniform and $5 for a padlock, $4.25 for a P.E. shirt only, $7.75 for P.E. shorts only; athletic fee for grades 7 and 8 is $15 per person; student insur-ance is $23 during school time, and $116 optional 24-hour coverage for all pre-kindergarten through 12th-grade students. School-time insurance or a signed insurance waiver is required for sixth-grade through 12th-grade students partici-pating in any extra-curricu-lar activity.

Lunch prices for grades six through eight are $1.75 for full price lunch. Lunch prices for grades kinder-garten through fifth are $1.50 for full-price lunch. A reduced lunch is .40 cents and an extra milk carton is .30 cents. Breakfasts are $1 for full price and .30 cents for a reduced price break-fast.

The first day of student attendance will be from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 21, and continue with a 2 p.m. dismissal every day until Labor Day.

For questions, call the Bureau Valley unit office at 815-445-3101; Wyanet Elementary office at 815-699-2251; BV North Walnut Elementary office at 815-379-2900; BV South Buda Junior High School office at 309-895-2037 or the high school office at 815-445-4004.

Dalzell Grade SchoolDALZELL — Registration

for Dalzell Grade School will be from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday, at the school. Textbook fees and all required physical forms (pre-school, kindergarten and sixth grades), eye exam forms (kindergarten) and dental forms (kinder-garten, second and sixth grades) are to be turned in to the office on or before Thursday.

All students entering fifth grade are required to have had three doses of hepatitis B vaccine, and those enter-ing sixth through eighth grade are required to show proof of Tdap vaccination before the beginning of the school year. All students entering kindergarten are required to have one dose of the varicella vaccine. Any student not current with their vaccinations will be subject to exclusion. A copy of a lead screen-ing risk assessment is also

required for kindergarten students. Students in fifth through eighth grade are eligible to participate in the sports programs and must have physicals by the first practice.

Anyone new to the dis-trict who has not yet noti-fied the school of their child attending should call 815-663-8821 or come to the office as soon as possible.

Additional forms and sup-ply lists will be available. It is each parent’s responsi-bility to register their own child.

Checks should be made payable to Dalzell Grade School. Fees for 2013-14 will be $50 per month for pre-school; $55 for kindergar-ten textbook fee; $70 for grades 1st through 8th text-book fee; and P.T.O. dues of $6 may be paid at the time of registration. One check may be written for all fees.

Children will be admitted to kindergarten if they are 5 years old on or by Sept. 1. All students entering pre-school and kindergarten must present a certified copy of their birth cer-tificate obtained from the county in which the child was born. Any child who has not previously attended school in the district must present a certified copy of their birth certificate.

A teacher’s institute will be held at 8:30 a.m. Aug. 14.

The first student atten-dance day will be from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 15. Bus transportation will be pro-

vided for eligible students. School will be dismissed at 2 p.m. Aug. 15-23. The first full day of school will be from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 26.

A School Improvement Day will be Aug. 30 and the students will be dismissed at 11:45 a.m.

Kindergarten dismissal will be 12:30 p.m. daily except Aug. 30, when it will be at 11:45 a.m.

Pre-school will start at 12:30 p.m. Aug. 29. There will be no pre-school Aug. 31.

School pictures for kin-dergarten through 8th grade will be taken in the morning Aug. 22 and pre-school will be taken in the afternoon.

Malden Grade SchoolMALDEN — Registration

for Malden Grade School well be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday and 2 to 6 p.m. Thursday in the office.

Registration for kinder-garten requires that a child must be 5 years old on or before Sept. 1. A certified birth certificated (obtained from the county where the child was born) must be provided for a child enroll-ing for the first time in the school district. All students entering kindergarten and 6th grade must provide a completed physical form and current immunization records. Junior High stu-dents who want to partici-pate in sports or cheerlead-ing must provide a sports

physical upon the first day of practice. Dental exams are also required for stu-dents in kindergarten, 2nd and 6th grades, unless an appropriate waiver is pro-vided. Students entering kindergarten or first entry into an Illinois school must provide an eye exam or an appropriate waiver. All kindergarten and 6th grade students are required to have three Hepatitis B series shots.

Sports physicals for Malden students will be held at 9 a.m. Wednesday in the school library by Dr. Martin Faber. The cost for the sports physical will by $25. Sports physicals are required for all Junior High students participat-ing in volleyball, basket-ball, cheerleading or track.

Book rental for the 2013-14 school year is $50 for kindergarten through 8th grade. School lunches will be $3 and breakfast will be $2. Both meals include milk. Milk for the year will be $52 or 30 cents per carton of milk. Optional student accident insurance may be pur-chased at the time of reg-istration.

The first school day will be from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 19. There will be a 2:30 p.m. dismissal every Wednesday afternoon for curriculum develop-ment and alignment with state learning standards. Bus routes will remain at approximately the same times as last year.

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Physicals will be required for students entering kindergarten, sixth and ninth grade and for all students participat-ing in athletics. Dental exams are needed for students in kindergarten, second and sixth grades. A vision exam is required for students entering kinder-garten.

Students transferring from another state or country will need to have a physical, dental and eye exam and up to date immunizations.

A physical clinic will be held at the school gym from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday. The cost for the physicals will be $25. Forms for physicals, dental and vision exams can be picked up at the school office or from the stu-dent’s doctor.

Fees are as follows: Kindergarten through 5th grade students — $50, 6th through 8th grade students — $60 and 9th through 12th grade stu-dents — $70. Third through 12th grades will require assignment books which will cost $5. Other fees include: driver educa-tion fee, $70 which will also cover the fee for the Secretary of State. Physical Education uni-forms: consisting of a T-shirt, $8, and shorts, $12. School locks will cost $5, which is refundable if the lock is returned in good condition. Student Activity fee for one child is $25 with a family cap of $40 for two or more fam-ily members participating in athletics. The district will offer activity tickets which will cover admis-sion to all home sporting events. Student activity tickets will cost $30, adult tickets are $45 and senior citizen tickets will sell fro $5. All fees including an outstanding balances from the previous school year will need to be paid at the time of registration.

The first day of school for all students will be Aug. 21. Students attend-ing the Area Career Center will begin classes on Aug. 14.

Parents with questions

regarding registration or the first day of school can call the school office.

LaMoille Community Schools

LAMOILLE — LaMoille Community Schools will begin the 2013-2014 school year on Aug. 16 with a full day of school. Registration will be held from 2 to 7 p.m. Aug. 6. The following last name schedule will apply:

A – D from 2 to 3 p.m.; E – H from 3 to 4 p.m.; I – M from 4 to 5 p.m.; N – R from 5 to 6 p.m.; and S – Z from 6 to 7 p.m.

All students (kindergar-ten through 12th grade) will register in the high school gym. If you are new to the district, please bring a copy of your child’s certi-fied birth certificate, which may be obtained from the County Clerk’s office in the county in which your child was born and proof of residency.

Registration fees are as follows: $50 for kindergar-ten through third grade; $70 for fourth through eighth grades; and $80 for high school students.

Lunch and breakfast will be available at all schools as follows: $3 student lunch (milk included), $4 adult lunches, $2 student breakfast, $.30 addi-tional lunch milk, and $26 semester morning milk.

Beginning with school year 2012-13, students in grades 6-12 shall show proof of receiving one dose of Tdap (defined as tetanus, diphtheria and acellular pertussis) vaccine regardless of the interval since the last DTaP, DT or Td dose.

Please contact the schools at 815-638-2144 (high school) or 815-638-2233 (elementary school), if you must register at another time.

Ohio Community Schools

OHIO — The Ohio Community Schools have scheduled registration for all students from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday in the first floor computer room 111.

All students enrolling in kindergarten, sixth and ninth grades must have their physical exams completed at the time of registration with the immu-nization history signed by a health care provider. Dental exams are required for kindergarten, second and sixth grades. The State of Illinois no requires all incoming kindergarten students to have an eye examination which is due at the time of registration. Social Security numbers are needed for all high school students only.

For students entering kindergarten through eighth grades, the text-book rental fee is $45 per student. Students in fifth through eighth grade will have a $5 per student art fee. Students in sixth, seventh and eighth grades

will be charged $3 for a P.E. locker and all students will be charged at hall locker fee of $5. Students in fourth grade will be charged a Band Lesson Book of $7.

Milk at break time for all students in kindergarten through fifth grade will be available at $30 per semester or 35 cents per day. Milk will be available during the lunch periods to all elementary and high school students for 35 cents per half pint of either white or chocolate milk or for $30 a semester. Reduced lunch cost is 40 cents and reduced break-fast is 30 cents.

For students in ninth through 12th grades, the textbook rental fee is $55 per student plus a $5 hall locker fee. Students in ninth through 12th grades who are taking Art will be charged an additional fee of $10 per semes-ter. Students taking P.E. will be charged $3 for a locker and students in sixth through 12th grades are required to purchase a P.E. uniform for $11.

A student accident insur-ance program from the school is also available to all students from kinder-

garten through 12th grade. The student will be covered during school time but optional 24-hour coverage can be purchased for $70 per year.

Supply lists can be picked up at the Walmart in Sterling, Princeton and Dixon, ShopKo in Dixon and Target in Peru. Lists will also be available during school registration.

The first day of classes for the students in first through 12th grades will be from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 15. Kindergarten students and parents will meet with Mrs. Ryan at their sched-uled time given at registra-tion.

There will be a 2 p.m. early dismissal from Aug. 15 to Aug. 30 due to the heat. School will resume the normal 8 a.m. to 3:07 p.m. schedule on Sept. 3. Whiteside Area Career Center students start classes on Aug. 20, the bus leaves at 7 a.m.

Hall High SchoolSPRING VALLEY — Hall

High School will hold its freshmen and transfer students registration from 1 to 6 p.m. Aug. 7 and its sophomores, juniors and

seniors will have registra-tion from 9 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 6 p.m. Aug. 8.

Freshmen and transfer students will have their picture taken for their student ID and yearbook taken during registration. Freshmen must have an up to date physical exam and immunization records in order to register. A full physical exam is required which will also serve that the physical exam for sports participation.

Freshmen orientation will be from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Aug. 12. All freshmen are required to attend. Lunch will be provided free of charge. Buses will run a special schedule that day.

Sports physical exams for sophomores, juniors and seniors will be at Hall High School from 4 to 6 p.m. Aug. 8. The sports physical does not meet the required physical exam for incoming stu-dents.

There will be a manda-tory sports meeting for athletes and their parents at 6 p.m. Aug. 12 in the high school auditorium. Participation packets will be available at this meeting. This session is

required for all students and parents who wish to participate in a sport during the 2013-14 school year.

Fall sports practice begin Aug. 14. Student-athletes who will be involved in volleyball, football, golf, cross country, cheerleading or Devilettes must submit their signed participation packet by Aug. 13. No athlete will be allowed to start practice until they have submitted the participation packet with an up to date physical exam.

There will be manda-tory random drug testing for all extracurricular participants. Students who wish to participate in all sports activities including Devilettes and cheerleading as well as all club activities including student government must submit a consent form to participate in the random drug testing program. Failure to submit the ran-dom drug testing consent form by Aug. 13 will result in a 30-day suspension from all activities.

School begins on Aug. 15 for all students with a full day of attendance.

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BVN holds eighth-grade promotionBureau Valley North held its eighth grade promotion at 7 p.m. May 24 in the BVN gym. Thirty-nine students received their diplomas, they were: Aaron Louis Allen, Hannah Elizabeth Atherton, Preston James Balen-siefen, Alexis Elaine Behrens, Rebecca Taylor Butler, Alex Judd Cady, Trent Michael Cooksey, Jason Michael DeWaele, Michael David Eastwood Jr., Jay Skyler Edlefson, Gerald Lee Eshelman Jr., Gailen Christopher Conn Gibson, Allie Michelle Glafka, Payton Ann Glafka, Chase Robert Gripp, Sarah Lynn Hale, Jacob Donald Heaton, Megan Renee Hunt, Alexa Lynn Jacobs, Chasidy Lynn Johnson, Tiana Nicole Kennedy, Olivia Esther Kerber, Alaina Nicole Kruse, Michael Shaiden Law, Hunter David Lewis, Josie Grace Lind, Jennifer Katy Linley, Dana Lisa Macklin, Michael Dono-van Massa, Marissa Marie Mungia, Caje Billie Peterson, Hollie Skylar Peterson, Tessa Ray Reuter, Hunter James Schoff, Hunter Jay Sebby, Kathleen Marie Smith, Sydney Claire Sweenie, Tyler Lee Thompson and Kenneth Elliott Wolfe.

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Hampshire Women’s Fellowship holds bake saleThe Women’s Fellowship of Hampshire Colony Church held a bake sale in con-junction with “Lunch in the Park” on June 14. All kinds of baked good were offered to the public that were donated by the ladies. Pictured are Millie Dean (from left), Carol Fisher, Pastor Karl Johnson and Marian Lovegren.

Logan announces open housePRINCETON — Logan

Junior High School will hold an open house for parents and guardians of students from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Aug. 16.

The event is designed

to give families to oppor-tunity to bring school supplies to lockers and classrooms, have a self-guided tour and meet all Logan Junior High School staff.

An introduction will take place in Pannebaker Gymnasium at 4:30 p.m. Parents and students may spend as little or as much time as needed within the schedule.

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PPL plans birthday partyPRINCETON — To

observe the sixth anni-versary of the Princ-eton Public Library, the public is invited to the library for birthday cake and punch (as long as they last) starting at 10 a.m. Thursday.

The anniversary marks the library’s move from the Matson Library building on Courthouse Square to its current incarnation as the Princ-eton Public Library at 698 E. Peru St.

“Visitors to the library

continue to tell us how amazed they are at the size and quality of our facility,” said curator Margaret Martinkus. “If you live in Princeton and haven’t been to the library, you need to stop in and see what we have to offer!”

Also on Thursday, at 6:30 p.m., Ron McCutchan will lead a hands-on craft pro-gram on making sim-ple stuffed toy animals. Handmade stuffed toys have come a long way

since Raggedy Ann — they’re now known as “softies” or “stuffies” and can be purchased from dozens of makers on Etsy.com and other websites. These color-ful critters can be used as accent pillows or tabletop decor, or as a gift for a young friend. Participants will be able to make a soft or bean-bag frog, a simple owl, or a silhouette croco-dile, rhino or elephant. Materials and sewing machines will be pro-

vided, but participants are welcome to bring their own fabric (a piece of non-ravelly cotton or Polarfleece measuring at least 20-by-20-inches for each stuffy). It would also be helpful, if they have their own porta-ble sewing machines, to bring them.

All programs at Princ-eton Public Library are free and open to all. For more information, con-tact the library at 815-875-1331 or go to www.theprincetonlibrary.org.

College GraduationsElmhurst College

ELMHURST — Paige Harrison of Princeton graduat-ed from Elmhurst College Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

Governor’s State UniversityUNIVERSITY PARK — Reid Baltikauski of Spring

Valley graduated from Governor’s State University with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. He is a 2004 graduate of Hall High School and a 2009 graduate of SIU-Edwardsville where he majored in Biology. He is the son of Dave and Deb Baltikauski of Spring Valley and the grandson of Gordon and Bev Keutzer of Cherry. He is currently employed by Mendota Community Hospital.

Louisiana State UniversityBATON ROUGE — Matthew Lynn Schafer of

Princeton received his master’s degree from Louisiana State University this May.

Bradley UniversityPEORIA — Bradley University held its commence-

ment ceremonies on May 18. Shreyas Dilip Patel of Princeton graduated and Andrea Christine Taylor of Princeton graduated Magna Cum Laude.

Midstate CollegePEORIA — Neiko Lawrence of Bradford graduated

from Midstate College with an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Health Information Technology.

Coe CollegeCEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Brian Nolasco of Spring

Valley was awarded a Bachelor of Arts degree from Coe College on May 12, majoring in political science and managerial accounting. Nolasco, a graduate of Hall High School, is the son of Raymond and Susan Nolasco.

Eastern Illinois UniversityCHARLESTON – Degrees have now been officially

awarded to more than 1,300 spring 2013 graduates at Eastern Illinois University.

Area graduates are: Jaclyn C. Arndt of Princeton, Bachelor of Arts; Robert Arndt of Princeton, Bachelor of Science; and Sarah A. Schlund of Princeton, Bachelor of Science.

Southern Illinois University — CarbondaleCARBONDALE — Linnea Anderson of Walnut gradu-

ated from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale on May 11 with her Master of Science in Communication Disorders and Sciences. She has been hired by Genesis Rehabilitation Services as a speech-language pathologist clinical fellow. After her year, she will obtain her certificate of clinical competence in speech-language pathology from the American Speech and Hearing Association. She is the daughter of Richard and Amber Harper of Walnut and Leslyn Anderson of Tampico. She graduated from Bureau Valley High School in 2008, IVCC in 2010 and SIUC in 2011.

Illinois State UniversityNORMAL — More than 3,000 students completed

requirements for degrees at Illinois State University at the end of the Spring 2013 semester. The following local students received their degrees:

Buda — Ashley Marie Aber.Dalzell — Katelyn Nicole Liesse.Ladd — Julie Ann Fiocchi.Ohio — Zachary William O’Brien.Princeton — Danika Justine Churchill-Gilstrap,

Jeremy Arthur Craine, David Michael Drake, Zita Michelle Henneberry, Teresa Harriet Howard, Robert David Laaser and Zachary David Smith.

Spring Valley — Marisa Rae Bland, Allison Margaret Faber, Jennilea Ann Gentry and Kaitlin Marie Ries.

Educators of Beauty — SterlingSTERLING — The following students have graduated

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They are: Danielle L. Miller of Walnut and Amber Day of Wyanet.

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Lake DePue — See more images of Lake DePue action on pages 14-15.

Rec Report

Manlius hosts Western League rolle bolleBy Kevin Hieronymus

khieronymus@bcrnews.com

Manlius Rolle Bolle Club hosted the Western League games on July 21.

Fifty men competed from the 11 clubs, and the winners were all from Kewanee. Tony Marchand, representing Manlius Club, and Duane VanDeSa-mpel Jr. and Ron Beauprez played for Kewanee.

Second went to Tyler DeBrock, Manlius, Dan Chapman, Annawan, and Glen Ryan Hostens from Molin; third went to Carl Suhr, Chris Jag-gers and Brent DePauw; fourth went to Bruce Johnson, Lynn Baele and Rob Morey; and fifth went to Roger DeBrock, Verne Sturtewagon and Chris Suhr.

The team of Kristine DeBrock, Amy Brummit and Donna Ericson won first for the women. Sec-ond went to Norma Emmerson, Maddie Brummit and Sherie Verdick.

Twenty-six bolders were on hand for league play July 24, and Kristine DeBrock, Kenny Rodg-ers and Rob Morey, were the first-place team. Second went to Coleen VanKerreBroeck, Rod Nel-son and Tyler DeBrock; third to Rachael Renee

Piper and Tyler Heitzler bolling with two bolles; fourth went to Jessica Smith, Donna Ericson and Mitch Smith; and fifth place went to Eric Sperge-tis, Harold Oloffson and Roger DeBrock.

Underground Railroad 5K: The 21st annual Underground Railroad 5K is Sept. 14 held during Homestead Festival. Registration starts at 6:45 a.m. with racetime at 8 a.m. from the Bureau County Metro Center. Entry fee is $20 before race day and $25 on race day. For more information, contact Tammy Lange at 815-872-0840.

Fastpitch Church League: St. Matthew’s defeat-ed United Methodist 15-9 Saturday to move into a first-place tie, both teams standing at 6-2. Princ-eton Bible had a chance to make it a three-way tie, but fell to Bureau Township 11-10 in Satur-day’s first game.

The league moves into its final slate of regular-season games with the postseason tournament beginning Aug. 6. The People’s Church will play a doubleheader Friday, facing Bunker Hill at 6 p.m. and St. Louis/Covenant at 7:30 p.m. Saturday’s games match Bible vs. Methodist at 6 p.m. with St. Matthew’s playing Bureau Township at 7:30 p.m.

League standings are UMC (6-2), St. Matthew’s (6-2), Princeton Bible (5-3), Bureau Township (4-4), Bunker Hill (3-5); St. Louis/Covenant 3-5, People’s Church (1-7).

Red Cross Fundraiser: The 21st annual Illi-nois Valley American Red Cross Walk-Run-Bike fundraiser will be held Aug. 25, at Baker Lake in Peru. Registration is at noon. Walkers, bikers and runners will leave the starting line at 1 p.m. All registered participants will receive T-shirts.

The Peru Walk Bike Run will also include a family bike safety rodeo on the east side of Baker Lake from noon to 2 p.m. The first 100 children attending will receive a free bicycle helmet and rodeo T-shirt. An adult must accompany each bike rodeo participant.

Money raised from the event will be used for local Red Cross activities including disaster ser-vices training and response, health and safety programs, and mobile meal deliveries. The Red Cross blood donation program will also benefit.

For more information and to register, call the Peru Red Cross office at 815-223-0922 or e-mail or send an e-mail message to Sarah.Stasik@red-cross.org.

BCR photo/Mike VaughnDePue‘s Paul Bosnich III earned a national championship Saturday at Lake DePue in the 250cc roundabout category and third in the 125ccc roundabout series. Bosnich earned his fourth national championship after starting in third place in the final heat. “I knew going into that corner I just had to hold it wide open and stay (close) to that corner to hold Mike Krier back. We got into that corner, he kind of burped the throttle once and said alright, that’s all I’ve got. We kind of got around that corner and just ran to the finish line.”

BCR photo/Mike VaughnThis little girl and her dog were among the thousands who enjoyed this weekend’s Lake DePue PRO National Championship Boat Races.

By DereK JoHnsonsports@bcrnews.com

DEPUE — There were a number of champions crowned at the Lake DePue PRO National Boat Races this past weekend.

Drivers Pete Kelly of Lakeland, Fla., Derek Gesler of Belle Plane, Minn., and Doug Hall of Dekalb, Md., were crowned on Sunday.

Hall took the main event in his 1100cc canopied hydro.

“We were a bit sur-prised,” Hall said, add-ing he was using a new boat. He also said they were making changes after every single heat throughout the week-

end.“I’m not 100 percent

confident in (this boat) as I was in my old one,” Hall said. “It was drive-able but not raceable. We made some (repairs) Friday to redo the hood … We made changes after every single heat. After practice, we made changes. Yesterday it ran a lot better. This

Champions crowned at Lake DePue races

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Fun at the races(At left) This little girl’s ears were protected from noise of the engines racing around Lake DePue this weekend during the Lake DePue PRO National Champi-onship Boat Races attended by thousands of people.

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morning, we (were work-ing on it).” Hall had used his former boat for 10 years.

Gesler won a title in his 1100cc runabout boat. He is the team’s driver and engi-neer. His co-pilot, Derrick Cox, who has to steady the boat by leaning out around curves, said he does not mind. Gesler said he was confident in the boat.

Kelly captured his cham-pionship in the 125cc class Sunday, besting competitors Brian Palmquist and Kristi Ellison who finished second and third.

Kelly said, “We took a vacation to Constantine, Mich.,. to do a race, and then we stayed all week here to tweak. And we figured it out. Our propellers, we could not pull for some reason. Our throttle was sticking, and we changed the pipe on it. And, we used the week to work on it.”

In prior races, youngster Bryanna Payne won her first national title in the K-Pro hydro races that took place on Friday. Chris Hellston finished first in the 250cc hydro, and Richard Krier placed No. 1 in the 350cc runabout in Sunday’s finals.

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815-339-6124107 E. Harrison Ct. • Granville

www.kettmanheating.com

It’s All About Comfort

DeVine FloralDesigns, Gifts & Tanning• Personal Service • Elegant Style • Memorable Designs

Full service florist for any occasionState-of-the-art tanning beds

at our Granville location110 N. Columbia Avenue, Oglesby • 815-883-3373

616 Grant Street, Granville • 815-339-2400505 Edward Street, Henry • 309-364-2400

Main Bank 328 South McCoy St.Granville, IL 61326

815-339-2222800-259-1383 (toll free) 815-339-2123 (fax)

Drive Up 402 South McCoy St.Granville, IL 61326

ranvilleationalank

GNB

“We’re here to serve you”

Make Any Room Look Great!• Carpet • Vinyl • Ceramic • Hardwood

“Family Owned & Operated”815-339-2345 • 327 S. McCoy St., GranvilleCome check us out at: www.granvilleflooring.com

No baloney with Al Cioni!504 S. McCoy • Granville

815-339-2511

Al Cioni Ford inC.

Visit us at: www.alcioniford.com

We’re proud to be apart of our community!

Hopkins & Associates, CPAs

306 S. McCoy St., Granville, IL 61326 815-339-6630

726 S. Main St., Princeton, IL 61356 815-875-1186

Come Out & Enjoy Granville Days!

218 S. McCoy St.Granville, IL

Tue. - Sat. Kitchen Open 11AM- 9PM

Bar Open 9:30 AM& All Day Sunday

2 DAY EVENT!during Granville Days

Tom, Todd & Daryl • 9 to MidnightKitchen serving 5-9Break out the Beach party clothes!

Friday during car show

Saturday Luau Party on the Patio!

We will be serving Beer, BurGerS, hot doGS, Corn BoIL outside

Dining room is also open inside

Bar open inside until 3 amBeer sales open outside until midnight

See the band “Road Angel” directly across the street!

FREE for KIDS: Petting Zoo • Pony Rides Unique Twist: The Balloon Guy

Street Dance featuring Road Angel – 8pm-12

Performances by Putnam County Band 6:00pm

Putnam County Panteras 6:30pm

Food VendoRs And LoCAL BARs &

ResTAURAnTs seRVinG ReFReshmenTs & Food sTReeT side

ConCessions oPen at 7:30Pmmovie to start at Dark

Cruise in to start at 5Pm in Granville

Thurs., AugusT 1

Fri., AugusT 2

at Hopkins Parkin Granville

FREE MOVIE IN THE PARK

CRuIsE NIGHT

Granville’s Annual Cruise Night

August 2, 2013 • Starts at 5pm Downtown• Local Bars & Restaurants Serving Refreshments &

Food Street Side • Food Vendors • Street Dance featuring Road Angel starts at 8pm

• Free for Kids: Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, Balloon Guy• Putnam County Band & Putnam County Panteras

Cone Head’s CafÉ

is now offering homemade pasta dishes on Tuesday nigHTs.

our pastas are made from scratch. authentic italian recipes handed down through generations are used to create these dishes.

friday nigHTs we will be serving buttermilk brined fried chicken.

Come taste fried chicken like you’ve never tasted before.

Quantities are limited.815-664-8755 • 302 S. McCoy St. • Granville

Bureau County Republican • bcrnews.com Tuesday, July 30, 2013 • GranvilleCruiseNight • 17

18 MP

HigH-demand, HigH pay manufacturing

careers!Start today by earning the Certified

Production Technician credential at IVCC.CPT is a one semester certificate preferred by

12 area manufacturers for entry level jobs.

classes beginaugust 19

www.ivcc.edu/cpt815-224-0390

St. Margaret’s HospitalSMP Health System

St. Margaret’s Health

It’s Not Just a Job…It’s Our Mission!

Join our team and make a difference!

DiabeticeDucator rN

Full-Time 40 Hrs/wk

Excellent BenefitsIL RN license required

CDE preferred or willing to obtain

Apply in person or send resume to:St. Margaret’s Health

Human resources600 e. First Street, Spring Valley, iL 61362

jobs@aboutsmh.org

Check Our Job Opportunities at: www.aboutsmh.org

Equal Opportunity Employer

Independent ContraCtBundle Hauler

The Bureau County Republican is looking for a driver to deliver carrier, store and news rack

bundles. Late night/early morning deliveryMonday, Wednesday & Friday nights.

A dependable car and proof of insurance is required. Must pass MVR check.

For more information, please callTom Long, District Manager

(815) 875-4461, Ext. 235

800 Ace Road, Princeton, IL815-875-4461

Now HiringPart – TimeEmployees

Weekends are a mustFlexible schedule

is requiredCome join

a winning team!

Apply within:138 E Main St.

Wyanet, IL 61379or

onlinewww.caseys.com

EOE

Bureau Valley South has a

Special education educational Sign

language interpreterposition open beginning August 19, 2013.

Applicants should send a letter of interest, a resume containing at least two references to:

Kristal LeRette, Principal220 Steward St., PO Box 277, Buda, IL 61314

klerette@bureauvalley.netApplication Deadline: August 9, 2013

CDL DRIVERS wanted forexpanding trucking com-pany, for grain & machin-ery hauling. Part-time/full-time positions.Call 815-454-2736 andleave a message

-100-Announcements

108 • Lost & Found

- 200 -Employment

227 • Drivers

228 • Help Wanted

The Bureau CountyRepublican reserves theright to classify correctly,edit, reject or cancel anyadvertisement at any timein accordance with its poli-cy. All ads must bechecked for errors by theadvertiser, on the first dayof publication. We will beresponsible for the first in-correct insertion, and its lia-bilities shall be limited tothe price on one insertion.

LINE AD DEADLINES:

• Tuesday, BCR deadline Monday 9 am

• Thursday, BCR and BCR Journal deadline Tuesday, 12 pm

• Saturday, BCR deadline Friday, 9 am

We Accept

815-875-4461

General Termsand Policies

Found: Female YellowLab mix, found near 211South Hawthorne Street inGranville. Owner or inter-ested party please callMcNabb Veterinary at815-882-2000

NOW HIRING:Seasonal Ag Workers

in Princeton IL-Fork lift-Sorting-ClericalApply online

www.trnstaffing.com

NOW HIRING for BakeryAssistant, part-time, ap-proximately 25 hours aweek. Must be available tostart at 4am. Flexibledays. Apply within: Sullivans Foods, 125Backbone Road East,Princeton, IL or

www.sullivansfoods.net

PART-TIME HELP Neededat Friends of Strays Ani-mal Shelter. Hours vary,must be available onweek-ends. Apply in per-son: Tuesday-Thursday,1pm-4pm. Shelter is lo-cated at 2845 North Main,Princeton, IL. MUST LOVEANIMALS!!!!

228 • Help Wanted

HEARTLAND BANKAND TRUST

Retail ManagerPrinceton South MainHours of Availability:

Monday-Friday,8am- 5pm;

Saturday, 8am– noon.Job description &

application Available onCareers page at:

www.hbtbank.comEOE

THE BUREAU COUNTYREPUBLICAN

Is accepting applica-tions for a part-time INSERTER in our distri-bution department.Applicants should bereliable, self-directed,have mechanical abili-ty and able to work flex-ible hours but generallyMonday, Tuesday,Wednesday and Friday,afternoon into evening,approximately 20-25hours per week. Dutieswould be to assembleand package newspa-pers for distribution bymachine as well as byhand. Must be able tostand for extended peri-ods of time. Some lift-ing is required. Candi-date must have a validdriver's license and anexcellent work/ atten-dance record.Applications are avail-able at the front officeof the Bureau County

Republican at:800 Ace Road,

Princeton, IL 61356.NO phone calls please

St. Louis School seekspart-time P.E. TEACHERgrades K-8 and part-timePRE-K AIDE.Send resume to: St. LouisSchool, 631 Park AvenueWest, Princeton, IL

CHURCH MUSICDIRECTOR

St. Matthews LutheranChurch of Princeton, IL isin need of a Music Direc-tor beginning September.Weekly responsibilities in-clude directing adult andhandbell choirs and ac-companying praise musicservice once a month.Background in liturgicalChristian music a plus.Please contact the church@ 815-879-6491 or

stmatthewslutheran@frontier.com

TRUCK DRIVERHiring Midwest RegionalDrivers with Class A CDLand at least 6 months ex-perience. Home on week-ends and assigned trucks.We offer competitive pay& benefits includinghealth insurance & vaca-tion pay. Apply in personor call: 815-224-2223. BP Transportation, (Fleetowner for MCT), 3535North 30th Road, I-80,Exit 73/Plank Road, (Nextto Big Apple Restaurant).Peru, IL

SUMMER EMPLOYMENTPROGRAM for 16-24 yearolds who live in Bureau,Carroll, Jo Daviess,LaSalle, Lee, Ogle, Put-nam and Whiteside Coun-ties and meet eligibilitycriteria. Please apply at:www.illinoisworknet.com/summer2013. Select”BEST Inc.-Peru” as theorganization you will beworking with this sumer.Call 815-288-1260 withquestions. EOE

228 • Help Wanted

229 • Professional/Clerical

WANTED: NewspaperAdvertising Sales

Person, part-time, com-mission only, covering Illi-nois Valley area, repre-senting regional newspa-per The Catholic Post. Previous sales experiencedesirable. jack@cap-strategies.com

CUSTOMER SERVICEREPRESENTATIVE

Seeking experienced stafffor a variety of multi-tasking office duties:answering phones,

excellent computer skills,organizing and filing, etc.Travel background a plus.Starting pay is $9.00 an

hour. Submit resume andreferences to: Box 306

Bureau County RepublicanPO Box 340,

Princeton, IL 61356

229 • Professional/Clerical

232 • BusinessOpportunities

**********THE CLASSIFIED

AdvertisingDepartment of the

Bureau CountyRepublican

Does not have the op-portunity to fully inves-tigate the credibility ofeach advertiser appear-ing within thesecolumns. If an offersounds “too good to betrue” it probably is.Proceed with caution ifyou are asked to sendmoney or to give acredit card number.Proceed with caution incalling 900 phone num-bers. All phone num-bers prefixed by”900”are charged to theCALLER. Charges maybe assessed on a “perminute” basis ratherthan a “per call” basis.The Bureau County Re-publican Classifiedsmakes every effort toqualify these chargesfor the reader.If you have a concernabout an advertiser,please contact:

Better BusinessBureau

330 North WabashChicago, IL 60611

312 832-0500

PRINCETON HIGHSCHOOL

Will be hiring a SpecialEducation ClassroomAide for the 2013 - 2014school year. Please sendletter of application andresume to: Diane Smith,Princeton High School,103 South Euclid Avenue,Princeton, IL 61356

220 window air condi-tioner $300; Weather re-sistant speakers $400pair; Dual 10" car sub$50. Call 815-664-2236

- 300 -Services

320 • Misc Services

- 400 -Merchandise

434 • MiscellaneousSales

448 • Pets & Livestock

450 • Under $1000

3.6 cu. ft. High-efficiencyAll-in-one washer/dryer.Brand LG Model #WM3987HW. 1 year old.$950. 815-667-7174

2 Kline hanging chickenfeeders $40; 2' chickenfeed trough $5; 6' woodchicken feed trough $10.

Call 815-643-2340

2 cold packers, holds 7quarts $10 each; gardenweasel $10; reel typeCraftsman lawn mower,$20. Call 815-875-4077

*WANTED*Old barns to dismantlefor the lumber. Over 200barns taken down in thearea. Experienced, in-sured. Call anytime

815-303-7658

DONATE NOW!“The animals are crying”

Tri-County Humane Soci-ety. LaSalle, Bureau, Put-nam Counties. Call 815-875-6145 or815-872-9781 or senddonation to: PO Box 1601,LaSalle, IL 61301

Air Conditioner/Gas Fur-nace 120,000 btu, 5 tonair conditioner. $1,100.Call 815-879-8008

3 Hanging Tree Stands,$85, $75, $50.

Call 815-894-2884

Solid Oak table/six chairs& matching lighted chinacabinet. Excellent condi-tion. Asking $550. Call815-993-7884Used tires PQ65-75-16,GoodYear Wrangler RTS,(4) $50; 4 16” steel 8 plugFord rims, $50.

Call 815-878-3870

Wooden spools forSale. $10 per spool. 11-42", 2-50", 1-36", 1-44", 2-28", & 1-17". We can loadfor you. 815-699-2641

Solid oak desk “Jaspercabinet brand”, 27”x55”,center guided drawers.$180. Call 815-376-2001

450 • Under $1000

Deluxe water softner,used 3 months, $300 ormake offer; Hoover tankvacuum, $50.

Call 815-875-1596

Lift chair, $100; 2 metalshelf units, $5 each.

Call 815-875-2165

Hearing impaired? Sprintcaptel. converts voice tovisual on 6" screen.Records messages. $35.Call 815-663-0122

Child car seat, 22-40lbs,like new. $20.

Call 815-878-5851

Craftsman 20hp, 48" rid-ing lawn mower, electricstart, automatic transmis-sion. $275. Granville, 815-343-1928

Woman's 18” bike $20;Christmas tree 6.5' withstorage bag $45; moderncomputer desk $20. Call815-303-4594

GRANVILLE109 East South Street.

Friday, August 2,7am-1pm;

Saturday, August 3,7am-noon

450 • Under $1000

460 • Garage Sales

* * * * * * * * * * * * HAVE SOMETHING

TO SELL?

Put your ad in for FREE

Items $1,000 or lesscan run FREE for 1week. Limit of 5 lines.Up to 3 items with priceand price totaling under$1,000. 1 ad per house-hold per week.

No commercial ads,firearms or

animal sales.Go to: bcrnews.com,to place an ad. Use

category merchandizeand bargains or

E-mail information to:classified@

bcrnews.com(include your name, ad-dress & phone number)

No Phone Calls!

GRANVILLE On Rt. 71,between Casey's and BP.Thursday, August 1, 1pm-5pm; Friday, August 2,8am-6pm; Saturday, Au-gust 3, 8am3pm; Sunday,August 4, 9am-1pm.

LARGE ESTATE SALE.Antiques, collectibles, fur-niture, household items,old tools, old toys & holi-day decorations. BeautifulVictorian breakfront, pi-ano, old records, oldsheet music. 815-339-2565PRINCETON 1011 NorthMaple. Saturday, August3, 8am–noon; Sunday,August 4, 11am–2pm. Antiques: secretary, “PieSafe”, bedroom set, armchair, 6 year old darkwood table and chairs,other furniture, fabric, XLadult clothing, dishwareand more

460 • Garage Sales

PRINCETON 2005 SouthMain Street. Thursday &Friday, August 1 & 2,8am-5pm; BARGAIN DAYSaturday, August 3, 8am-Noon. Girl's size up to 4t. An-tique brass bed, stormdoors, cabinets, canningjars, tools, quilts, large re-frigerator, microwave,Longaberger, & muchmore!

FIND YOUR NEXT JOB RIGHT HERE!

PROMOTE JOB OPENINGs The Bureau County

Republican Classified can help you promote your

job openings and get your business full staffed.Call 815-875-4461

HARD TO FINDTHAT RIGHT PERsON

FOR THAT JOB OPENING?The Bureau County Republican Classified can reach just the right person you are looking for to fill that job opening. Call 815-875-4461

YOU NEVER KNOW WHAT YOU MIGHT FIND right here in the Bureau County Republican Classified! You could find furniture, appliances, pets, musical instruments, tools, anything. You might even find a kitchen sink!

PROMOTE YOUR GARAGE sAlEs Call 815-875-4461

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TWO DAY ESTATE AUCTIONAuction to be held at the Tumbleson Auction Center, 1635 North Main Street, Princeton, IL, Located 100 miles West of Chicago, IL just off INT 80, Exit 56, South on Rt. 26. (Behind the Sherwood Antique Mall) on:

THURSDAY, AUG. 1 & FRIDAY, AUG. 2, 2013 TIME: 10:00 A.M.

(Preview: 8:00 A.M.) Each DayView Listing & Photos on website: www.tumblesonauction.com

THURSDAY, AUGUST 1 - TIME 10 AM***Items Will be Sold Outside on this day***

TOOLS AND TOOLS RELATED ITEMS: Lg. Vise Marked Rock Island, IL; Many New in the Package Hand Tools Including Pliers, Wrenches, Tape Measurers, Knife Sets, Utility Knives & Others; Many Hand Tools Including Pliers, Hammers, Screwdrivers, Lg. & Sm. Wrenches, Drill Bits, Lathe Tools, Metric Tools, Ladders, Hand Saws, Socket Sets, Tool Boxes, Saw Horses, Carpenters Trunk, Garden Tools, Nuts & Bolt Cabinets.BOOKS: One Full Rack of Old & Modern Collectibles Books Including Children’s; Records.ANTIQUES AND MISC: Wicker Fern Stand; Hanging Wood Spice Cabinets; Lanterns & Kerosene Lamps; Door Knobs; Furniture Hardware; Washboard; Sprinkling Cans; Various Kitchenware Including Old Utensils; Coffee Grinder; Foot Warmer; Clocks; Porcelain & Galvanized Pots & Pans; Wood Bowls; Yard Sticks; Fire Ext; Magellan GPS; BB Guns; Old Car Manuals; Minnow Bucket; Old Coolers & Thermos; Chenille Bedspreads, Afghans & Blankets; Sewing Patterns; Quilt Comforter; Toys Including Fisher Price, Cabbage Patch, Beanie Babies & Card Games.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 2 - TIME 10 AMAuction to be held Indoors on this day

2006 4-DOOR CHRYSLER 300 Automobile w/ 35,000 Miles (Carl Ellberg Estate)FURNITURE: Antique Marble Top Victorian Lamp Table; Small Marble Top Side Cabinet w/Door; MOSTLY NICE MODERN FURNITURE: Painted White Wash Honey Oak Top Dining Table w/Leaf & 6 Matching Chairs & Matching White Wash Oak Finish Lighted Glass Door China Hutch; ; Pair of Matching White Wash Finish Honey Oak Top One Drawer Painted Lamp Tables; Cherry Wood Two Piece Lighted Glass Door China Cabinet; King Size Bed w/Metal Headboard; Three Piece Cherry Wood Bedroom Set Including High Boy, Dresser w/Mirror & Night Stand; King Size Wood Headboard; Floral Sofa; Brown Leather Barrel Chair; Two Piece Drop Front Secretary/Bookcase; Glass Top Wood Coffee Table; Spindle Wood Baby Cradle; Sm. Oak Drop Leaf Kitchen Table w/2 Chairs; White Paint Dresser/Changing Table; 4 White Paint Ladder Back Chairs; 4 Dk Wood Stools; 4 Matching Wood Swivel Stools; Ice Cream Table & 3 Chairs; Computer Desk w/ Book Shelf; Black Paint Desk w/File Cabinet Drawers; Sm. Black Paint Lamp Table; Sm. Lighted Glass Door Curio Cabinet; White Finish Glass Door Bathroom Storage Cabinet; Black Paint Bed Frame; Child’s Roll Top Desk & Card Table & Chairs; 2 Green Paint Metal Lawn Chairs; Several Nice Modern Table & Floor Lamps; Lg. Oversized Blue &White Plaid Sofa Chair w/Ottoman; Flex steel Green Upholstered Wing Back Chair; Very Lg. Three Section Media Armoire w/Bookshelf Cabinets; Metal Corner Workstation Desk; Computer; Lg. Three Section Glass Door Book Shelf Units; Like New Red Whirlpool Duet Front Load Washer & Electric Dryer w/Bottom Drawer Stand; Pro Foam Lg. Electric Fold Up Treadmill; Card Table& Chairs; Swivel Rolling Desk Chairs; Filing Cabinets; Plastic Outdoor Patio Table and Chairs.COLLECTIBLES & HOUSEHOLD ITEMS: Iron Red Riding Hood Door Stop; Royal Doulton Figurine; Various Silver Plate Serving Pieces; Sterling Silver Candle Stick; Art Glass Vase; Red Glassware; Etched Glass; Caprice; Noritake; Glass Serving Dishes; Stemware; Costume Jewelry; Ladies Hankies; Sewing; Bedding, Throw Rugs, Linens, Pillowcases, Tablecloths & Towels; Nice Christmas Décor and Decorator Items; Many Cherished Teddy Figurines; Nice Selection of Kitchenware Including Sm. Kitchen Appliances, Corningware & Pyrex; Many Modern Reading Books; VCR Tapes; Music CD’s; Many Pictures & Frames.

PLEASE NOTE: Many Boxes Yet to be Unpacked!!

SELLERS: MARJORIE STRONG ESTATE, OTTAWA, IL -

LEROY WIRTH ESTATE, SHEFFIELD, IL AND OTHERSTUMBLESON AUCTION COMPANY, PRINCETON, ILAUCTIONEERS: TOM AND MARY TUMBLESON & TIFFANY FOES Email: ttauction@yahoo.com Or Phone: 815-872-1852

REAL ESTATE &ESTATE AUCTION

The Following Real Estate & Personal Property will be sold at the ON SITE LOCATION of 310

Queen Street in Malden, IL on:

SATURDAY, AUG. 17, 2013TIME: 10:00A.M.

View Listing and Photos on websitewww.tumblesonauction.com

REAL ESTATE OPEN HOUSE:THURSDAY, AUG. 1, 2013

TIME:4:00-6:00 P.M.*REAL ESTATE

Manufactured Three Bedroom Vinyl Sided Ranch Home w/Unattached Two Car Garage (24 x 24-W/ Two Garage Door Openers-Garage is Wired 220 Separately From House) w/ Lg. Redwood Deck & Wood Shop Shed; Home Consists of Three Bedrooms, Two Bathrooms, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen (Appliances Included w/ Sale of Real Estate - Newer GE Refrigerator, Maytag Gas Range, Dishwasher, GE Washer &Dryer) & Laundry Area; Home has Central Air, Natural Gas Forced Air Furnace (Fairly New), Newer Roof on House &Garage, New Hot Water Heater & Water Conditioning System

LEGAL DESCRIPTIONMALDEN-BASSSECOND ADD L 11

LOT SIZE66 X 132

TERMS OF REAL ESTATE10% Down the Day of the Sale and the Balance due on or Before 30 Days when Merchantable Title will be furnished. Taxes to be prorated at Closing & Possession at Closing. All Announcements made Day of Sale will Take Precedence over all Previous Printed Matter. Seller Reserves the Right to Rejector Accept any or all Bids. This Sale is Not Contingent on Financing. All Financing Needs to be Pre-Approved for Closing on or before 30 Days after Day of Sale. Anyone Interested in Viewing Real Estate Please Contact Tom or Mary Tumbleson 815-872-1852.AUTOMOBILE: SILVER 2006 HYUNDAI AZERA 4-DOOR V-6 w/ 93,000 MILES - ONE OWNER (Newer Brakes, Battery & Tires) MODERN FURNITURE, HOUSEHOLD AND TOOLS: Round Oak Kitchen Table w/ 4 Chairs; Oak Rocker; Oak Desk w/ Chair; Southwest Design Sofa; Green Sofa Chair & Ottoman; Leather Lazy Boy Recliner; Mirrors; Three Piece Modern Bedroom Set w/ Dbl Bed; Linens; File Cabinets; Bookcase; Sweeper; Glassware; Usual Line of Kitchenware Including Sm. Electric Appliances, Pots, Pans & More! Garden Tools; Wheel Brl; Foldable Extension Ladder; Hose Reel ; Shop Vac; Toro Gas Lawn Mower; Hand Tools; 3 Horse Green Thumb Garden Tiller; Makita Sawzall; Hedge Trimmer; Ryobi Weedeater w/ Lithium Battery

ESTATE OF JOE E. WATERHOUSE, MALDEN, IL

EXECUTOR: LETTY OPASLTUMBLESON AUCTION COMPANY 815-872-1852E-Mail:ttauction@yahoo.comAUCTIONEERS: TOM AND MARY

TUMBLESON &TIFFANY FOES

MULTI-ESTATE AUCTION

ANTIqUES,COLLECTAbLES & MOrE!!!!

LOCAL FrEE MASON/KNIghTS TEMpLAr

SAT., AUgUST 3, 201310:00 am start

711 N. railroad st., seatonville IL 61359(formerly st. Gertrude’s Church & Hall)

Go to auctionzip.com for full sale bill & photossale by

bUrKArT & hANSENAUCTION SErvICE

999 • Legal Notices

999 • Legal Notices 999 • Legal Notices 999 • Legal Notices 999 • Legal Notices

PUBLIC NOTICETREE TRIMMING ACTIVITIES IN

PRINCETON AND NEARBY AREAS

TO THE PATRONS

OF AMEREN ILLINOIS: Please be advised that Ameren Illinois will trim trees and other vegeta-tion in and around the town(s) of Princeton, Illinois. Our qualified utility arborists will trim trees and vegetation that could interfere with electric lines that run from pole to pole and elsewhere. This work is necessary in order to minimize the likelihood of outages and safety hazards. There is no charge to you for this service. If you have any ques-tions about this work, please call 1-800-755-5000 or visit our website at MySafeTrees.com. You may address your concerns in the manner specified on our web-site. You may also call the Consumer Services Division of the Illinois Commerce Commission at 1-800-524-0795. Maps have been provided to the mayors and the county board chairper-sons of the affected areas.

Sincerely,Ameren Illinois

Forestry Department

Published in the Bureau County Republican July 30, 2013.

NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Members of the County Board of Bureau County, Illinois, will meet at the Court House in Princeton, Illinois, in Regular Session on Tuesday, August 13, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. and that all claims must be filed with the County Clerk of said County on or before Friday, August 2, 2013.

/s/ Kamala S. Hieronymus

County ClerkPublished in the Bureau County Republican July 30, 2013.

NOTICE Public Notice is here-by given that on July 11, 2013, a certificate was filed in the Office of the County Clerk of Bureau County, Illinois, setting forth the names and post office address-es of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as Amy Hughes, Ltd. located at 111 Park

Ave. East, Princeton, IL 61356. Dated this 11th day of July, 2013.

/s/Kamala S.

HieronymusBureau County Clerk

Published in the Bureau County Republican July 16, 23 and 30, 2013.

1995 GMC Jimmy SUV,4x4, power seats & win-dows, brand new radio,good condition. $1,200.Call 815-866-9903

PRINCETON 824, 819 &817 Bruce Lane. Thurs-day, August 1, 5pm-7pm;Friday, August 2, 8am-1pm; Saturday, August 3,8am-noon. Misc. house-hold, highchair, stroller,wagon, girls' clothing nb-4t, bike, old school desks,toys, bedding, tools, bath-room cabinet, lots ofmisc. items

PRINCETON 728 SouthEuclid Avenue. Saturday,Sunday, August 3, 4;9am-4pm. Sofa sleeper,matching love seat, Ikealove seat, large recliner,dishes, adult clothing,DVD's, lots more.

PRINCETON 425 WestCentral Avenue. Friday,August 2, 9am-2pm; Sat-urday, August 3, 8am-11am. Women's & men's cloth-ing, books, keyboard,household items, misc.

PRINCETON 718 NorthChurch Street. Thursday,August 1, 3pm-7pm; Fri-day, August 2, 8am-?;Saturday, August 3, 8am-1pm. Multi-Family Sale.Clothing- all sizes, bed-ding, housewares, toys.Something for everybody!Everything must go!

460 • Garage Sales

-600-Transportation

614 • Car Sales

*******$$ CASH PAID $$We pay top dollar

for junk(cars, machinery, etc.)

Call 815-878-9353

PRINCETON 704 EastmorDrive. Thursday, Friday,August 1 & 2, 8am-5pm;Saturday, August 3, 8am-Noon.

MULTI-FAMILYGARAGE SALE

Rain Date: August 8-9

TISKILWA 315 BrewsterStreet. Friday, Saturday,August 2, 3; 9am-6pm.

MULTI-FAMILY SALE.Furniture, dishwasher,washing machine, clothes,books, twin bed/pull outdrawer, much more

PRINCETON 1035 LoraAvenue (Birdhaven).Thursday, August 1, 4pm-7pm; Friday, August 2,8am-5pm; Saturday, Au-gust 3, 8am-noon.

The Packratsare at it again!

Older teen/girls and adultclothing. Bedding, rugs,books, name brand toi-letries, jewelry, toys, col-lectibles and glassware.Deck lounge chair andstorage box, movies &CDs. Misc. household &decorating items, pictureframes, Many more items!No early sales, please

PRINCETON 913 SouthMain Street. Thursday,August 1, 8am-4pm.

MULTI-FAMILY SALE.3 families offering adult &children's clothing,household items, exerciseequipment, kid's books,and much more at bargainprices

PRINCETON 619 AletaDrive. Thursday, August1, 8:30am-1pm; Friday,August 2, 9am-1pm. Misc. items. No clothing

PRINCETON North MainStreet inside SherwoodFlea Market Building(North of Sherwood An-tique Mall). Saturday,Sunday, August 3, 4;9am-3pm. AnnualFundraiser for the elderlycats of Aunt “B”s Bed &Breakfast. Over 300 catand dog related items,(mostly new), for you,your best friend and giftsfor animal lovers

2007 Chevrolet SilveradoLT, extended cab, 5.3Lengine, 2 wheel drive,trailer tow package, re-mote start, dual zone air,etc. $13,000.

Call 815-699-7016

2005 Artic Cat 500 Red incolor, 1100 miles, newtires + snowplow withwench & other equipment.Good Condition. $3,500.Call 815-326-3611

2003 F150 4x4 white,clean, non smoking, somerust. $5,000 or best offer.Call 815-878-9781

1996 Ford F150, blue,65,000 miles, tow pack-age, covered box, V8 5.0liter, very clean. $3,900.Call 309-883-0093

2007 Vicking 10' pop-upcamper with air condition-ing and power wench,only used a few times.$4,200. 815-303-2873

PRINCETON 4 bedroomtri-level, finished walk outbasement, 2 bath, 2 cargarage, fenced back yard,deck, 24' above groundpool, storage shed, ma-ture landscaping. Greatneighborhood, owner re-locating. Serious inquiriesonly. $115,000 firm. Norealtors please. Call 815-875-6159 or 815-878-2528, after 4pm

615 • Truck Sales

618 • Recreational

619 • Boats

- 700 -Real Estate For Sale

767 • Mobile Home Sales

768 • Homes For Sale

774 • Lots for Sale

****************PUBLISHER'S NOTICE

All real estate advertis-ing in this newspaper issubject to the FairHousing Act whichmakes it illegal to ad-vertise “any preference,limitation or discrimina-tion based on race, col-or, religion, sex, handi-cap, familial status ornational origin, or an in-tention, to make anysuch preference, limita-tion or discrimination.”Familial status includeschildren under the ageof 18 living with par-ents or legal custodi-ans, pregnant womenand people securingcustody of children un-der 18.This newspaper will notknowingly accept anyadvertising for real es-tate which is in viola-tion of the law. Ourreaders are hereby in-formed that alldwellings advertised inthis newspaper areavailable on an equalopportunity basis.To complain of discrim-ination call, HUD toll-free at 800 669-9777.The toll-free telephonenumber for the hearingimpaired is 800 927-9275

BUILDING LOT 75'x150'zoned R3, includes 1 cargarage. $24,500.

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PRINCETON 527 NorthChurch Street. 3 bedroom,2 bath, 3 car garage. OPEN HOUSE August 2,5-7pm; August 3, 9-11am.More info 815-878-1020

1984 18-1/2', open bow,140hp, inboard/outboard,Sea Ray ski boat, verygood, accessories $2,500Call 815-866-2429

*PRINCETON*Everything Newly

Remodeled2 bedroom, 2 bath,laundry room, garage.Walk-in closet. Securitydeposit required. Secu-rity system. AcceptingApplications Now!

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PRINCETON CoachlightApartments. 1 bedroomapartment, $450. On-sitelaundry, 1st floor.

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PRINCETON large, 1 bed-room. Smoke free, nopets. $485 + deposit. Heatincluded. 815-875-6150

PRINCETON Fritz Apart-ment for rent. Quiet liv-ing, heat/water furnished,2 bedroom, living room/dining room/kitchen/bath.Starting at $600 permonth, includes carport.References and depositrequired. 815-879-6021

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776 • CommercialProperty

- 800 -Real Estate For Rent

856 • Apartment Rentals

858 • Homes for Rent

PRINCETON 2 bedroom, 1bath, central air, base-ment, garage. Close toschool and train station.$700 a month.

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PRINCETON small, 1 bed-room, upstairs apartment.Includes garage. All utili-ties paid. $460 a month.

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PRINCETON small 1 bed-room, upstairs, all utilitiesincluded, $400 per month.

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PRINCETON 2 bedroom,upstairs, with appliances,No pets. Newly remod-eled. Call 815-872-0065

PRINCETON Duplex 1bedroom, with appliances,$650 a month plus utili-ties. Available August 1st.Call 815-872-0065

PRINCETON Modern &Clean 2 bedroom. Hard-wood floors, garage, allkitchen appliances includ-ed. No pets. No smoking.$695/month + utili-ties. Call 815-878-1984

PRINCETON 1 bedroom,recently remodeled. Greatneighborhood. Lease, de-posit. $425. 810 SouthEuclid. Call 217-766-8497

LAKE THUNDERBIRD-Putnam IL. 2 bed, 1 bath,long term lease, $650+deposit. Nowak Real Es-tate LLC. 815-437-2856

PRINCETON 2 bedroomapartment. Laundry onsite, $515 per month,lease, deposit required.Call 309-238-0168

PRINCETON large Duplex,2 bed, 2 bath. Appliances,attached garage, niceyard. Washer & dryer in-cluded. $700 + deposit.

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ASK - FREE RENT - OHIOBeautiful Victorian Apart-ments. 2 & 3 bedroomapartments. Quiet living.Stove, refrigerator, wash-er, dryer, water furnished.Very spacious. Eat-inkitchen. Off-street park-ing. No pets. Lots of stor-age. Call 815-878-1438

PRINCETON very nice, re-modeled, spacious, 1 bed-room apartment. All hard-wood floors, central air,water included. No smok-ing or pets. $500.

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PRINCETON 2 bedroom,upstairs, appliances, nopets. Security deposit andreferences required.

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PRINCETON 441 EastMarion. 2 bedroom. $550.Heat, water, garbage.Laundry. Covered parking.No pets. 309-288-3008

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RURAL BUDA 3 bedroom,1.5 bath, 2 story ruralfarmhouse, unattachedgarage, large yard. NOPETS. Built in oven, range& dishwasher. Washer,dryer & refrigerator avail-able. $625/month plusutilities & 1 months. secu-rity deposit. Referencesand 1 year lease required.Call 815-878-0500evenings/leave message

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PUBLIC NOTICEProposed Replacement of the I-80 Bridges

Over the Hennepin Canal in Bureau County Notice is hereby given all interested parties that an application has been received from the Illinois Department of Transportation, Division of Highways – District 3, 700 East Norris Drive, Ottawa, Illinois 61350 for a permit authorizing replacement of the dual bridges carrying Interstate 80 over the Hennepin Canal approximately one mile west of the intersection of I-80 and Illinois Route 40. The work is to be located in Section 9, Township 16 North, Range 7 East of the 4rd Principal Meridian in Bureau County. The plans show that the proposed work con-sists of constructing dual 185’-2½” long, three-span structures to replace dual 149’ long, three-span structures. The new bridges are to be skewed 45° to match the alignment of the canal and span the canal and the multi-use and equestrian trails on the eastern and western sides of the canal. The bridges’ low chords will be the same or higher than those of the existing bridges. Temporary work platforms of clean coarse aggregates may be placed in the canal to facilitate bridge removal and replacement. Construction activities are expected to occur between January 2014 and January 2016. No work is to be commenced or completed on this project unless and until the permit is issued. Inquiries may be directed to Mike Diedrichsen at 217/782-4426. All interested parties are invited to submit written statements regarding the pro-posed work to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, Office of Water Resources, One Natural Resources Way, Springfield, Illinois 62702-1271 by August 16, 2013.Published in the Bureau County Republican July 30, 2013.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRTEENTH

JUDICIAL CIRCUITBUREAU COUNTY,

ILLINOISIN PROBATE

ESTATE OF ) DAVID W. KELM ) Deceased )

NO. 2013-P-66CLAIM NOTICE

Notice is given of the death of David W. Kelm. Letters of Office were issued on July 10, 2013, to Donald W. King, 23565 775 E Street, Walnut, IL 61376 and Jason VanLanduit, 207 Rodney Ave., Walnut, Illinois 61376, as Independent Executors, whose attorneys are Russell, English, Scoma & Beneke, P.C., Ten Park Avenue West, Princeton, Illinois 61356. Claims against the Estate may be filed in the office of the Circuit Clerk, Bureau County Courthouse, Princeton, Illinois 61356, or with the representative, or both, on or before January 21, 2014, or if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representative is required by Section 18-3 of the Probate Act of 1975, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed by that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk are to be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within ten (10) days after it has

been filed. Dated this 11th day of July, 2013.

/s/ Mary C. DremannBureau County

Circuit ClerkWilliam S. BenekeARDC #6182046RUSSELL, ENGLISH,SCOMA & BENEKE, P.C.Ten Park Avenue WestPrinceton, IL 61356(815) 875-4555Published in the Bureau County Republican July 16, 23 and 30, 2013.

BUREAU COUNTY ZONING NOTICE

STATE OF )ILLINOIS ) ) ss COUNTY OF ) BUREAU )NOTICE TO PUBLISHTO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: Take notice that Raymond Jerome Calsyn Jr., 106 3rd Avenue, Mineral, IL 61322, has filed an application for a REZONE from R-2 and Agriculture to Agriculture to bring old farmstead into compliance with the Bureau County Zoning Ordinance at the follow-ing location:

Mineral – SSL S RR SE SW SW & S RR SW SE SW (EX S END), Section 08, Mineral Township, Parcel #13-08-381-001

Common Location: Southeast corner of 3rd

Avenue and Railroad St. (US Rt. 6), Mineral The application is on file in the office of the Zoning Board of Appeals, Room B-5, Courthouse, 700 S. Main St., Princeton, Illinois 61356. A public hearing on said application will be held on Thursday, August 15, 2013, at 7:00 o’clock p.m. at the Bureau County Courthouse in the Board Room on the second floor. All persons interested and all persons desiring to object should appear at the hearing to present their objections.

ZONING BOARDOF APPEALS

Alan DaleCHAIRMAN PRO TEM

Published in the Bureau County Republican July 30, 2013.

BUREAU COUNTY ZONING NOTICE

STATE OF )ILLINOIS ) ) ss COUNTY OF ) BUREAU )NOTICE TO PUBLISHTO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: Take notice that Fred J Helm Et Ux, P O Box 871, Ladd, IL 61329, has filed an application for a VARIATION to build a 30’ x 36’ pole building 15’ from West property line, needs 30’ Requesting a 15’ side yard VARIATION. Also to build a 20’ x

37’ two story addition to existing single fam-ily home 19’ from West property line, needs 30’; Requesting an 11’ side yard VARIATION. Also requesting a VARIATION to expand a noncon-forming structure to add said addition to existing nonconforming home at the following location:

S END E 1/2 SW, 4.13 Acres, Section 13, Selby Township, Parcel 17-13-376-006

Common Location: 614 E Main St. Hollowayville; South side of 1500 N Avenue, approx. 1000’ West of junction with Rt. 6 The application is on file in the office of the Zoning Board of Appeals, Room B-5, Courthouse, 700 S. Main St., Princeton, Illinois 61356. A public hearing on said application will be held on Thursday, August 15, 2013, at 7:00 o’clock p.m. at the Bureau County Courthouse in the Board Room on the second floor. All persons interested and all persons desiring to object should appear at the hearing to present their objections.

ZONING BOARDOF APPEALS

Alan DaleCHAIRMAN PRO TEM

Published in the Bureau County Republican July 30, 2013.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRTEENTH

JUDICIAL CIRCUITBUREAU COUNTY,

ILLINOISESTATE OF )MARGERY W. )STEELE, )DECEASED )

NO. 2013-P-63CLAIM NOTICE

Notice is given of the death of Margery W. Steele. Letters of Office were issued to Harold B. Steele of 23393 2000 N Avenue, Princeton, IL 61356, as Independent Executor, whose attor-neys are Angel, Isaacson & Tracy, 111 Park Avenue East, Princeton, IL 61356. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Circuit Clerk, Bureau County Courthouse, 700 South Main Street, Princeton, IL 61356, or with the Independent Executor, or both, on or before January 16, 2014, or, if mailing or delivery of a notice from the Independent Executor is required by Section 18-3 of the Probate Act of 1975, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the Independent Executor and to the attorneys within 10 days after it has been filed.

Dated this 9th day of July, 2013.Angel, Isaacson & Tracy

Attorneys for Harold B. Steele,

Independent Executor111 Park Avenue East

Princeton, IL 61356815-875-6551

Published in the Bureau County Republican July 16, 23 and 30, 2013.

BUREAU COUNTY ZONING NOTICE

STATE OF )ILLINOIS ) ) ss COUNTY OF ) BUREAU )NOTICE TO PUBLISHTO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: Take notice that Linda Christy, 6668 Foxtree Avenue, Woodridge, IL 60517, has filed an application for a CONDITIONAL USE for an extended use family recreational area at the following location:

E SI L17 & W 1/2 L19 NE N OF RD & S OF RT #29, Section 34, Selby Township, Parcel #17-34-254-002

Common Location: North side of 1260 N Avenue, Approx. 1000’ East of junction with IL Rt. 29 The application is on file in the office of the Zoning Board of Appeals, Room B-5, Courthouse, 700 S. Main St., Princeton, Illinois 61356.

A public hearing on said application will be held on Thursday, August 15, 2013, at 7:00 o’clock p.m. at the Bureau County Courthouse in the Board Room on the second floor. All persons interested and all persons desiring

to object should appear at the hearing to present their objections.

ZONING BOARDOF APPEALS

Alan DaleCHAIRMAN PRO TEM

Published in the Bureau County Republican July 30, 2013.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 13TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

BUREAU COUNTY - PRINCETON, ILLINOIS

JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL )ASSOCIATION ) Plaintiff, ) -v.- )STEVE ROMAGNOLI AKA STEVEN N. )ROMAGNOLI, ELIZABETH PEASE AKA )ELIZABETH ROMAGNOLI AKA )ELIZABETH A. ROMAGNOLI ) Defendant )

12 CH 117NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 5, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 11:30 a.m.on September 6, 2013, at the office of Russell, English, Scoma & Beneke, P.C., Ten Park Ave. West, PRINCETON, IL, 61356, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 245 N. ARCH ST., Tiskilwa, IL 61368 Property Index No. 21-12-482-004. The real estate is improved with a single family resi-dence. The judgment amount was $82,030.71. Sale terms: The bid amount, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate 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 immedi-ately by the highest and best bidder at the con-clusion of the sale. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to 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 representa-tion as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the pur-chaser 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 this property is a condominium unit, the pur-chaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the pur-chaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). 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 Plaintiff’s attorney: HEAVNER, SCOTT, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. HEAVNER, SCOTT, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Case Number: 12 CH 117 TJSC#: 33-15840 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 informa-tion obtained will be used for that purpose.I549394Published in the Bureau County Republican July 30, Aug. 6 and 13, 2013.

VILLAGE OF NEPONSETORDINANCE No. 707

Whereas, the State of Illinois has enacted “An ACT regulating wages of laborers, mechanics and other workers employed in any public works by the State, County, City or an public body or any political subdivi-sion or by anyone under contract for public works”, approved June 26, 1941, as amended, being Chapter 820 ILCS 130/1-12, Illinois Compiled Statutes; and Whereas, the aforesaid Act requires that The Village of Neponset investigate and ascertain the prevail-ing rate of wages as defined in said Act for laborers, mechanics and other workers in the locality of The Village of Neponset employed in performing construction of public works, for said Village and Now, therefore, be it ordained by the President and Trustees of The Village Neponset Board, Bureau County, Illinois, as follows:SECTION I To the extent and as required by “An Act regulating wages of laborers, mechanics and other workers employed in any public works by the State, County, City or any public body or any political subdivision or by anyone under contract for public works” approved June 26, 1941, as amended, the general prevail-ing rate of wages in this locality for laborers, mechanics and other workers engaged in the construction of public works coming under the jurisdiction of The Village of Neponset is hereby ascertained to be the same as the prevailing rate of wages for construction work in the Bureau County area as determined by the Department of Labor of the State of Illinois as of July, 2013, a copy of that determination being attached hereto as Exhibit “A” and incorporated herein by reference. The definition of any terms appearing in this Ordinance which area also used in the aforesaid Act shall be the same as in said Act,SECTION 2 Nothing herein shall be construed to apply said general prevailing rate of wages as herein ascertained to any work or employment except public works of The Village of Neponset to the extent required by the aforesaid Act.SECTION 3 The Village Clerk shall publicly post or keep available for inspection by any interested party in the main office of The Village of Neponset this determination of such prevailing rate of wage.SECTION 4The Village Clerk shall mail a copy of this determination to any employer, and to any association of em-ployers and to any person or association of employees who have -filed, or file their names and addresses, requesting copies of any determination stating the particular rates and the particular class of workers whose wages will be affected by such rates.SECTION 5 The Village Clerk shall promptly file a certified copy of this Ordinance with both the Secretary of State Index Division and the Department of Labor of the State of Illinois.SECTION 6 The Village Clerk shall cause a notice to be published in a newspaper of general circulation within the area that the determination of prevailing wages has been made. Said notice shall conform substantially to the notice attached hereto. Such publication shall constitute notice that this is the determination of The Village of Neponset Board and is effective.PASSES this the 24 day of July, 2013.

Carl C. RohrigPresident of the Village Board

ATTEST:Karen InglesVillage Clerk

Bureau County Prevailing Wage for July 2013Trade Name RG TYP C Base FRMAN M-F>8 OSA OSH H/W Pensn Vac Trng–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––ASBESTOS ABT-GEN ALL 30.080 31.330 1.5 1.5 2.0 8.240 9.560 0.000 0.800ASBESTOS ABT-MEC BLD 34.160 36.660 1.5 1.5 2.0 10.82 10.66 0.000 0.720BOILERMAKER BLD) 35.010 38.010 2.0 2.0 2.0 7.070 13.83 0.000 0.300BRICK MASON BLD 37.260 38.260 1.5 1.5 2.0 8.970 8.970 0.000 0.610CARPENTER BLD 30.250 32-370 1.5 1.5 2.0 9.200 14.63 0.000 0.570CARPENTER HWY 30.250 32.000 1.5 1.5 2.0 8.830 13.34 0.000 0.500CEMENT MASON ALL 35.000 36.250 2.0 2.0 2.0 7.700 11.67 0.000 0.500CERAMIC TILE FNSHER BLD 32.450 0.000 l.5 1.5 2.0 8.300 4.930 0.000 0.550COMMUNICATION TECH BID 31.200 32.700 1.5 1.5 2.0 12.32 10.77 0.000 0.320ELECTRIC PWR EQMT OP ALL 35.440 0.00 1.5 1.5 2.0 5.000 10.98 0.000 0.270ELECTRIC PWR GRNDMAN ALL 24.320 0.000 1.5 1.5 2.0 5.000 7.540 0.000 0.180ELECTRIC PWR LINEMAN ALL 39.370 41.910 1.5 1.5 2.0 5.000 12,20 0.000 0.300ELECTRIC PWR TRK DRV ALL 25.510 0.000 1.5 1.5 2.0 5.000 7.920 0.000 0.190ELECTRICIAN BLD 37.950 41.370 1.5 1.5 2.0 13.17 15.06 0.000 1.200ELEVTOR CONSTRUCTOR BLD 39.380 44.300 2.0 2.0 2.0 11.88 12.71 3.150 0.600GLAZIER BLD 31.670 33.670 1.5 l.5 2.0 9.950 7.700 0.000 1.250HT/FROST INSULATOR BLD 45.550 48.050 1.5 1.5 2.0 10.82 11.86 0.000 0.720IRON WORKER ALL 39.500 40.500 2.0 2.0 2.0 10.04 19.84 0.000 0.780LABORER ALL 29.080 30,330 1.5 1.5 2.0 8.240 9.580 0.000 0.800LABORER, SKILLED ALL 29.460 30.730 1.5 1.5 2.0 8.240 9.580 0,000 0.800LATHER BLD 30.250 32.370 1.5 1.5 2.0 9.200 14.63 0.000 0.570MACHINIST BLD 43.920 46.420 1.5 1.5 2.0 6.760 8.950 l.850 0.000MARBLE FINISHERS BLD 32.450 0.000 1.5 1.5 2.0 5.300 4.930 0.000 0.550MARBLE MASON BLD 35.130 35.380 1.5 1.5 2.0 8.300 7.240 0.000 0.580MILLWRIGHT BLD 34.400 37.840 1.5 1.5 2.0 8.770 13.85 0.000 0.500OPERATING ENGINEER E BLD 1 44.300 48.300 2.0 2.0 2.0 16.60 11.05 1.900 1.250OPERATING ENGINEER E BLD 2 43.000 48.300 2.0 2.0 2.0 16-60 11.05 1.900 1.250OPERATING ENGINEER E BLD 3 40.450 48.300 2.0 2.0 2.0 16.60 11.05 1.900 1.250OPERATING ENGINEER E BLD 4 38.700 48.300 2.0 2.0 2.0 16.60 11.05 1.900 1.250OPERATING ENGINEER E BLD 5 47.300 48.300 2.0 2.0 2.0 16.60 11.05 l.900 1.250OPERATING ENGINEER E BLD 6 47.300 48.300 2.0 2.0 2.0 16.60 11.05 1.900 1.250OPERATING ENGINEER E BLD 7 45.300 40.300 2.0 2.0 2.0 16.60 11.05 1.900 2.250OPERATING ENGINEER E HWY 1 44.300 48.300 1.5 1.5 2.0 16.60 11.05 1.900 1.250OPERATING ENGINEER E HWY 2 43.750 46.300 1.5 1.5 2.0 16.60 11.05 1.900 1.250OPERATING ENGINEER E HWY 3 41,700 48.300 1.5 1.5 2.0 26.60 11.05 1.900 1.250OPERATING ENGINEER E HWY 4 40.300 48.300 1.5 1.5 2.0 16.60 11.05 1.900 1-250OPERATING ENGINEER E HWY 5 39.100 48.300 1.5 l.5 2.0 16.60 11.05 1.900 1.250OPERATING ENGINEER E HWY 6 47.300 48.300 1.5 1.5 2.0 16.60 12.05 1.900 1.250OPERATING ENGINEER E HWY 7 45.300 48.300 1.5 1.5 2.0 16.60 11.05 1.900 1.250OPERATING ENGINEER W BLD 1 36.000 39.000 1.5 1.5 2.0 9.750 13.60 0.000 3.000OPERATING ENGINEER W BLD 2 33.490 39.000 1.5 1.5 2.0 9.750 13.60 0.000 3.000OPERATING ENGINEER W BLD 3 29,340 39,000 1.5 1.5 2.0 9.750 13.60 0.000 3.000OPERATING ENGINEER W HWY 1 36.000 39.500 1.5 1.5 2.0 9.750 13.60 0.000 3.000OPERATING ENGINEER W HWY 2 33.490 39.500 1.5 1.5 2.0 9.750 13.60 0.000 3.000OPERATING ENGINEER W HWY 3 29.340 39.500 1.5 1.5 2.0 9.750 13.60 0.000 3.000PAINTER ALL 32.900 34.900 2.5 1.5 1.5 9.650 8.200 0.000 1.250PAINTER SIGNS BLD 33.920 38-090 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.600 2.710 0.000 0.000PILEDRIVER BLD 30.550 33.610 1.5 1.5 2.0 9.200 14.63 0.000 0.571PILEDRIVER HWY 30.250 32.000 1.5 1.5 2.0 8.830 13.34 0.000 0.500PIPEFITTER BLD 46.000 49.000 1.5 1.5 2.0 9.000 15.85 0.000 1.680PLASTERER BLD 35,000 36.250 2.0 2.0 2.0 7.700 11.67 0.000 0.500PLUMBER BLD 45.000 47.000 1.5 1.5 2.0 12.53 10.06 0.000 0,880ROOFER BLD 30.210 32.210 1.5 1.5 2.0 8.280 8.770 0.000 0.430SHEETMETAL WORKER BLD 35.360 37.020 1.5 l.5 2.0 9.270 13.92 0.000 0.680SPRINKLER FITTER BLD 36.390 39.140 1.5 1.5 2.0 8.420 8.500 0.000 0.450STONE MASON BLD 37.260 38.260 1.5 1.5 2.0 8.970 8.970 0.000 0.610TERRZZO FINISHER BLD 32.450 0.000 1.5 1.5 2.0 8.300 4.930 0.000 0.550TILE LAYER BLD 30.250 32.370 1.5 1.5 2.0 9.200 14.63 0.000 0.570TILE MASON BLD 35.130 35.380 l.5 1.5 2.0 8.300 7.240 0.000 0.580TRUCK DRIVER ALL 1 31.230 0.000 1.5 1.5 2.0 10.30 4.840 0.000 0.250TRUCK DRIVER ALL 2 31.680 0.000 1.5 1,5 2.0 10.30 4.840 0.000 0.250TRUCK DRIVER ALL 3 31.890 0.000 1.5 1.5 2.0 10.30 4.840 0.000 0.250TRUCK DRIVER ALL 4 32.180 0.000 1.5 1.5 2.0 10.30 4.840 0.000 0.250TRUCK DRIVER ALL 5 33.020 0.000 1.5 1.5 2.0 10.30 4.840 0.000 0.250TRUCK DRIVER O&C 1 24.980 0.000 1.5 1.5 2.0 10.30 4.840 0.000 0.250TRUCK DRIVER O&C 2 25.340 0.000 1.5 1.5 2.0 10.30 4.840 0.000 0.250TRUCK DRIVER O&C 3 25.510 0.000 1.5 1.5 2.0 10.30 4.840 0.000 0.250TRUCK DRIVER O&C 4 25.740 0.000 1.5 1.5 2.0 10.30 4.840 0.000 0.250TRUCK DRIVER O&C 5 26.420 0.000 1.5 1.5 2.0 10.30 4.840 0.000 0.250TUCKPOINTER BLD 37.260 38.260 1.5 l.5 2.0 8.970 8.970 0.000 0.610Legend: RG (Region)

TYP (Trade Type - All, Highway, Building, Floating, Oil & Chip, Rivers) C (Class) Base (Base Wage Rate) FRMAN (Foreman Rate) M-F>8 (OT required for any hour greater than 8 worked each day, Mon through Fri. OSA (Overtime (OT) is required for every hour worked on Saturday) OSH (Overtime is required for every hour worked on Sunday and Holidays) H/W (Health & Welfare Insurance) Pensn (Pension) Vac (Vacation) Trng (Training) Published in the Bureau County Republican July 30, 2013.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 13TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

BUREAU COUNTY - PRINCETON, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL )ASSOCIATION ) Plaintiff, ) -v.- )STEVE ROMAGNOLI AKA STEVEN N. )ROMAGNOLI, ELIZABETH PEASE AKA )ELIZABETH ROMAGNOLI AKA )ELIZABETH A. ROMAGNOLI ) Defendant )

12 CH 117NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pur-suant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 5, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 11:30 a.m. on September 6, 2013, at the office of Russell, English, Scoma & Beneke, P.C., Ten Park Ave. West, PRINCETON, IL, 61356, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: The East half of Lot One and the East half of Lot Four in Block Seven in Indiantown (now Tiskilwa), all lying and being situated in Bureau County, Illinois. Commonly known as 245 N. ARCH ST., Tiskilwa, IL 61368 Property Index No. 21-12-482-004. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $82,030.71. Sale terms: The bid amount, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate 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. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to 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 Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. 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 this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). 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 Plaintiff’s attorney: HEAVNER, SCOTT, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. HEAVNER, SCOTT, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Case Number: 12 CH 117 TJSC#: 33-15840 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attor-ney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.I549394Published in the Bureau County Republican July 30, Aug. 6 and 13, 2013.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 13TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

BUREAU COUNTY - PRINCETON, ILLINOIS

BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. ) Plaintiff, ) -v.- )KEVIN P. BENGTSON, et al ) Defendant )

12 CH 00029 NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 29, 2012, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 11:30 a.m. on September 5, 2013, at the office of Russell, English, Scoma & Beneke, P.C., Ten Park Ave. West, PRINCETON, IL, 61356, sell at public auction to the high-est bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 140 STATE STREET, TISKILWA, IL 61368 Property Index No. 22-18-103-009. The real estate is improved with a tan wood sided two story single family home with a two car attached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgag-ee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or spe-cial 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 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 pur-chaser 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 this property is a condominium unit, the pur-chaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the pur-chaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). 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: Visit our website at ser-vice.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 p.m. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1207423. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1207423 Case Number: 12 CH 00029 TJSC#: 33-12465I547171Published in the Bureau County Republican July 23, 30 and Aug. 6, 2013.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 13TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

BUREAU COUNTY - PRINCETON, ILLINOIS BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. ) Plaintiff, ) -v.- )KEVIN P. BENGTSON, et al ) Defendant )

12 CH 00029 NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursu-ant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 29, 2012, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 11:30 a.m. on September 5, 2013, at the office of Russell, English, Scoma & Beneke, P.C., Ten Park Ave. West, PRINCETON, IL, 61356, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the follow-ing described real estate:

LOT NUMBER EIGHTY-ONE (81), IN THE VILLAGE OF TISKILWA, (FORMERLY WINDSOR), LYING AND BEING SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF BUREAU, IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS.

Commonly known as 140 STATE STREET, TISKILWA, IL 61368 Property Index No. 22-18-103-009. The real estate is improved with a tan wood sided two story single family home with a two car attached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the high-est bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, includ-ing the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calcu-lated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to 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 Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condi-tion. 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 this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). 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: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 p.m. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1207423. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1207423 Case Number: 12 CH 00029 TJSC#: 33-12465I547171Published in the Bureau County Republican July 23, 30 and Aug. 6, 2013.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

BUREAU COUNTY, ILLINOISSpring Valley City Bank, an Illinois )Banking Corporation, ) Plaintiff, ) v. ) Vivian Marie Briddick, a/k/a Vivian Marie )Breckenridge, Daniel McLaughlin, Julie )McLaughlin, Non-Record Claimants, Unknown )Owners and Unknown Occupants, ) Defendants. )

Case No. 2013-CH-53SUMMONS FOR NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS,

UNKNOWN OWNERS AND UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS

(NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE (FOR PUBLICATION)

The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you, nonrecord claimants, unknown owners and unknown occu-pants, defendants in the above entitled cause, that suit has been commenced against you and other defendants in the Circuit Court for the Judicial Circuit by said plaintiff praying for the foreclosure of a certain mortgages conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit:

Parcel 1:Lots 8 and 9 in Block 2 in the Village of Seatonville, excepting therefrom the underlying coal, fireclay and other minerals, together with the right to dig, mine and remove the same without enter-ing upon the surface thereof, all lying and being situated in the County of Bureau, in the State of IllinoisCommonly known as 109 Main Street, Seatonville, IL 61359Permanent Index Nos: 18-18-357-014 (Lot 8) and 18-18-357-015 (Lot 9)

Parcel 2:Lot Three (3) in Bernabei’s Second Addition to the Village of Dalzell, being a resubdivision of part of Lot Nine 99) and Lots 1 through 8 in Block 17 in Spring Valley Coal Company’s First Addition to the Village of Dalzell; excepting the underlying coal and fireclay with mining rights as heretofore conveyed therefrom, all situated in Bureau County, Illinois Commonly known as 109 Scott Street, Dalzell, IL 61320Permanent Index No.: 18-24-408-006

Said property is residential; said mortgages were made by Vivian Marie Briddick, a/k/a Vivian Marie Breckenridge and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in Book 1331, Page 530, as Document #2008R000534 and in Book 1130, Page 399, as Document #036860; that Summons was duly issued out of the Circuit Court for the Judicial Circuit as provided by law and that said suit is now pending. An Affidavit has been filed with the Clerk of the Circuit Court requesting summons be served upon non-record claimants, unknown owners and unknown occupants. NOW, THEREFORE, unless you, the said above named defendants, file your answer to the com-plaint in the said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of the Court at Princeton, Illinois, on or before August 20, 2013, a default may be taken against you and a Judgment entered in accordance with the prayer in said complaint.

Mary C. DremannClerk of the Circuit Court

Wimbiscus Law Firm, P. C.Attorney for Plaintiff102 East St. Paul StreetSpring Valley, IL 613632Telephone (815) 664-4151Published in the Bureau County Republican July 16, 23 and 30, 2013.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

BUREAU COUNTY, ILLINOIS VERNON KAYE MILLER, ASSIGNEE )OF PEOPLES NATIONAL BANK OF )KEWANEE, ) Plaintiff, ) vs. ) MICHAEL L. HENNEBERRY, AS )SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF ) THE ESTATE OF RYAN NIEDZIELA, )UNKNOWN OWNERS AND )NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, ) Defendants. )

No. 2012-CH-56NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE

OF REAL ESTATE/MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a judgment heretofore entered by said Court in the above-entitled matter, the Sheriff of Bureau County, Illinois will on the 4th day of September, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. in the lobby of the Bureau County Courthouse, Princeton, Illinois, sell at public auc-tion to the highest and best bidder for cash all the following described premises and real estate in said judgment mentioned, situated in the County of Bureau, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said judgment, to-wit:

Lot 21 and the South 54 feet of Lot 20 in the Southeast Quarter of Section 24, Township 16 North, Range 6 East of the Fourth Principal Meridian, in the County of Bureau in the State of Illinois, accord-ing to a Plat recorded in the Recorder’s Office of Bureau County, Illinois, in Plat Book E, Page 54.

Said property is commonly known as: 503 South Reed Street, Sheffield, Illinois 61361. The person to contact for information regarding this property is: Janelle Smith, 21751 575 E Street, Sheffield, Illinois 61361, phone number 815-878-2486. The terms of the sale are: Cash upon date of sale. The property is improved by: A single-family residence. The property may not be inspected prior to sale. The Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. The subject prop-erty is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any rep-resentation as to the quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condi-tion. 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. Dated: July 19, 2013

s/Mary C. DremannClerk of the Circuit Court

Bureau County, IllinoisJohn Isaacson ARDC #1305700ANGEL, ISAACSON & TRACY

Attorney for Plaintiff 111 Park Avenue EastPrinceton, IL 61356 815-875-6551Published in the Bureau County Republican July 30, Aug. 6 and 13, 2013.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 13TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

BUREAU COUNTY - PRINCETON, ILLINOISOneWest Bank, FSB (d/b/a Financial )Freedom, a division of OneWest Bank, FSB) ) PLAINTIFF ) Vs. )Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants; ) United States of America - Department of )Housing and Urban Development; Jay )Nowman; Colleen Galati; Dawn Grandon; )Constance Woodhouse; Kenneth McEvoy, ) as Special Representative for Dian Tornow )(deceased); Unknown Heirs and Legatees )of Dian Tornow ) DEFENDANTS )

13 CH 00027NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU:Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Dian Tornow That this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit:

SUB-LOT TWO (2) IN THE SUBDIVISION OF LOT FORTY-EIGHT (48) IN THE ORIGINAL TOWN OF BREWERSVILLE, NOW VILLAGE OF WALNUT; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF BUREAU IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS.

COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 106 N. Main Street, Walnut, IL 61376 and which said Mortgage was made by: Dian Tornow executed the mortgage, however this individual is deceased and is not named as a defendant in this lawsuit the Mortgagor(s), to Financial Freedom Senior Funding Corporation, a subsidiary of Indymac Bank, FSB, as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Bureau County, Illinois, as Document No. 2007R03372 Book1294 Page 482; and for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as pro-vided by law and that the said suit is now pending. NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this Court,Mary C. DremannClerk of the Circuit Court 700 South Main Street Bureau County Courthouse Princeton, IL 61356 on or before August 29, 2013, A DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU AT ANY TIME AFTER THAT DAY AND A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRAYER OF SAID COMPLAINT.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C.Attorneys for Plaintiff

15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527

(630) 794-5300DuPage # 15170

Winnebago # 531Our File No. 14-13-05044

NOTE: This law firm is deemed to be a debt col-lector.I552094Published in the Bureau County Republican July 30, Aug. 6 and 13, 2013.

ANNUAL FINANCIAL STATEMENTSEATONVILLE FIRE PROTECTION

DISTRICTSEATONVILLE, IL 61359

Statement of receipts and disbursements for the year beginning June 1, 2012 and ending May 31, 2013.Beginning Balance on hand in all accounts June 1, 2012 $122,555.37

RECEIPTSIllinois Personal Property Replacement Tax 779.24Interest Income 868.43Property Tax 32,505.99Insurance Refund 1,415.00 TOTAL RECEIPTS 35,568.66

DISBURSEMENTSAdministrative Expense: Insurance $5,626.40 Posting & Publication 130.50 Office Supplies & Postage 44.00 Telephone & Internet 823.50 TOTAL Administrative Expense 6,624.40Building Expense: Building & Grounds Maintenance $297.00 Repair & Improvement 50.00 Utilities 2,953.59 TOTAL Building Expense 3,300.59Fire Equipment & Supplies: Maintenance of Fire Equipment 1,806.78 Purchase & Maintenance Communication Equipment 3,263.70 Water Purchase 300.00 TOTAL Fire Equipment & Supplies 5,370.48Fuel/Oil Expense 584.23Professional Fees 2,865.00 TOTAL DISBURSEMENTS $18,744.70

RECAPITULATIONBalance on Hand June 1, 2010 $122,555.37Total Receipts $35,568.66Subtotal $158,124.03Total Disbursements $18,744.70

BALANCE ON HAND MAY 31, 2013 $139,379.33STATE OF ILLINOIS ) )SSCOUNTY OF BUREAU )

AFFIDAVIT ROSS TAYLOR, KAREN SCHLENZ, and ANDREW KUNKEL, being first duly sworn, each on their individual oath, state and certify that the above and foregoing Annual Financial Statement is a correct and true statement on the funds on hand, receipts and disbursements of the Seatonvile Fire Protection District for the year herein indicated Subscribed and sworn to before me this 17th day of July, 2013/s/Herbert J Klein, Notary Public

/s/Ross Taylor/s/Karen Schlenz

/s/Andrew KunkelPublished in the Bureau County Republican July 30, 2013.

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Weekly weatherThis year One year ago Records

High Low Prec. High Low Prec. High Low

July 28 70 54* 0 84 64 0 105(1983) 55(1994)

July 27 63 56 .01 83 69 0 105(1956) 54(1977)

July 26 76 61 .20 89 72 .74 101(1955) 54(1962)

July 25 81 56 0 102 69 0 104(1964) 54(1950)

July 24 76 57 0 90 73 0 102(2005) 50(1947)

July 23 78 62 .02 101 79 0 102(1964) 46(1947)

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