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Volume 34 Number 8 24 Pages Your Local News Leader Thursday, February 21, 2013 60¢ Young Knight Hawk coal miner is killed A coal miner working at Knight Hawk’s Prairie Eagle under- ground mine just north of the Percy tee was killed the night of February 13. Dead is Timothy Chamness, 28, of Royalton. He was pronounced dead at 9:08 p.m. at the mine. The accident occurred at about 8:30. Amy Louviere of the U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administra- tion said Chamness was pinned between a coal rib and a continu- ous mining machine. “We believe he was operating the machine,” she said. “He had its remote control, and they gen- erally use remote control to op- erate the machine.” Louviere said she was not sure Walsh fire if anyone witnessed the accident. A house in Walsh was destroyed by fire during the late afternoon and night Monday. The Evansville More information might be avail- alarm was sounded at 5:05, and the call was at the home of the Chad and Cathy Goble family, which able later. Tim Chamness includes three children, at 7828 Baldwin Road. The house is owned by Brian Stellhorn and Cathy The incident resulted in Knight Zanders as rental property. Fire Chief Darren Kempfer said the Gobles were at home at the time, got Hawk’s first fatal accident since Knight Hawk operates five coal out safely and went to a neighbor’s house. He also said he is 95 percent certain the fire started from an the company began operation. mines in the local area and a barge electrical problem on the second story of the house. The fire rekendled, and firemen were called back The company issued a state- loading dock south of Chester. The at 9:30. The blaze is being investigated by the fire marshal’s office, but Kempfer said he does not consider ment Thursday. company has about 350 employ- foul play to be involved. The fire resulted in a total loss to the family, and they are being helped by the “We grieve the loss of one of our ees. Red Cross. Evansville was assisted by fire departments from Baldwin and Sparta. own,” the statement read. “Our The Prairie Eagle underground deepest sympathies go to his fam- mine opened in July of 2006. ily. The safety of our employees The accident victim’s mother is paramount, and this accident Jean Chamness is a teacher in the Defiant Percy board hires Rednour affects all of us profoundly.” Trico schools. David Rednour can only hope O’Dell and Lila Ashby. that the rest of his career as Loyde Hyde cast the lone no Trico puts off major cuts Percy’s police chief won’t be as vote. His contention, as was that By Greg Myers we should be getting for transpor- tumultuous as it began. of many in the room who op- With a number of programs and tation, and you can see why cost- Amid a chamber full of resi- posed the hiring, was that the extra curricular activities on the cutting moves have to be made.” dents opposed to hiring Red- financially strapped town can- table to be cut, only junior high The decision to eliminate junior nour and a smattering of those not afford to pay a police chief graduation received the ax at the high graduation saved the district supporting the return of a full- $40,000 plus insurance and Trico school board meeting Feb- only around $1,000 annually. time police chief, the Percy other benefits, upkeep on cars ruary 18. Where Trico cut the majority of its Town Board, by a 4-1 vote, hired and equipment and continued Junior high graduation will go expenses for next year was in per- Rednour last Thursday as its use of part-time officers. on as scheduled for this school sonnel. chief for one year. “Show me how you’re gonna year, but it will be the last one “After a tremendous amount of The motion to hire Rednour, pay for this,” Hyde said to his for the district. discussion, the board has decided made by board member Brian fellow board members. Also on the table to be cut but to take three teaching positions Aldridge, did not include the Just last month, the board being saved for now is football, and absorb them,” said Smith, re- salary. agreed to borrow $10,000 from high school girls golf, junior var- ferring to the district’s decision to The lack of the salary in the the fire department fund to pay sity baseball and softball, junior not replace two retiring teachers motion is worth noting because its bills. Apparently, only about high volleyball, fifth and sixth- and a teacher who is resigning. last month, some board mem- $5,000 was needed. grade basketball and freshmen/ By not replacing those three bers said the hiring of Rednour After the meeting, Hyde also sophomore basketball. teachers, the district will save at $40,000 a year was just a ru- said he was upset over the fact David Rednour “The sports programs were not around $180,000 in next year’s mor. After the vote was taken, that the board members who to come to those meetings and cut because of the amount of feed- budget. Mayor Dale Yates confirmed voted to hire Rednour ignored voice their concerns,” Hyde said. back we received from the par- The board voted to honorably dis- the $40,000 figure. the wishes of residents who took “They got involved, but their ents,” said board President Brian miss four employees, including Along with Aldridge, board the time to attend the last two elected representatives refused Chapman. “Based on the feed- district band director Ayrielle members voting to hire Red- board meetings. back, parents are willing to con- Chamberlain. On the vote to dis- nour were Jacque Young, Joe “A lot of people took the time Continued on Page 5______sider paying an increase in ath- miss Chamberlain, board member letic fees. That, along with other Gerald Speith was the lone no cost-saving measures and fund- vote, and Bryan Coleman was ab- raising opportunities, were the sent. Was Percy board’s action legal? reasons why those programs When a parent asked why Cham- were not cut. That doesn’t mean berlain was dismissed, Smith they won’t be cut in the future.” stated since it is a personnel is- The Percy Town board hired February 14 meeting makes no opinion that the board’s vote to Superintendent Jack Smith said sue, he could not comment. He did David Rednour as the town’s mention of hiring a full-time po- hire Rednour violated the Open with the district’s financial situ- say that the band program would full-time police chief by a 4-1 lice chief or of hiring Rednour. Meetings Act. ation, he would make it work for continue, and more information vote Thursday, February 14, The board did go into executive He also cited a similar, though this year. However, more cuts about the program will eventually but whether or not the action session at the meeting but stated not exact, court case in which will have to be made next year, come out. was taken legally is open to de- it was for the purpose of review- an Illinois appellate court up- and those cuts will have to be Also being honorably dismissed bate. ing the minutes of past closed held a lower court’s ruling that steeper. were bus driver Dennis Bollmeier, According to the Illinois Open sessions. Upon returning to open action taken by the Adams “We are getting payments from bus aide Deana Rodman and el- Meetings Act and the Illinois At- session, the only action the board County Board of Trustees was the state but only at 89 percent ementary aide Tonya Bilderback. torney General’s website, a took from the executive session invalid because the subject of of what they promised,” said As part of the district’s reduction “public body cannot take action was to vote to not release the the action did not appear on the Smith. “There is also talk that in force moves, bus driver Debra or make any decision with re- closed session minutes to the agenda. next year, school districts will Johnson’s hours were cut from six gard to items or topics not on public. The court also said a vague only receive 80 percent of its to four hours a day, and elemen- the agenda of a regular meet- Don Craven, a Springfield attor- listing on an agenda, such as funding from the state. You com- tary aide Rhonda Meyerhoff’s ing.” ney representing the Illinois bine that with the fact we are re- The agenda distributed at the Press Association, said it is his Continued on Page 5______ceiving only 49 percent of what Continued on Page 5______Page and Crossland in race to take over Chester mayor’s seat By Greg Myers hotels in Chester. Donal McKinney, who served as The municipal elections are a “The official record will reflect chief during Eggemeyer’s first little more than six weeks away, McKinney to retire July 1 that I voted to not release TIF term in office. and the hotly contested race for funds for a new hotel develop- “The issue of who would be my Chester mayor features Alderman and I will work closely together to ment,” said Crossland. “I voted chief of police is an easy question Nancy Crossland against former address problems and find reason- that way for two reasons. My vote to answer,” said Crossland. “Ru- Menard Warden Tom Page. able solutions. Through effective was first influenced by the re- mors about my getting rid of Chief Current Chester Mayor Joe interaction with city employees, I sults of the feasibility study. The McKinney are not true. He will Eggemeyer is not seeking re-elec- will make sure they all know what council chose to fund the study, continue to serve the city as chief tion. is expected of them, and I will let which in my opinion, clearly until his retirement on July 1, Crossland, 57, is in the middle them know that their hard work stated that Chester could not sup- 2013. I will then appoint a new of her second term as alderman Nancy Crossland Tom Page is appreciated. port two hotels. chief who will be charged with the of Ward 1 and is believed to be the “A clean city is a healthy city. We “Secondly, I based my vote on task of effectively running the de- first woman to run for mayor in tion. I believe I am that person. will enforce city codes in reference what James Best publicly stated partment in an organized manner Chester history. Leadership and a different com- to maintaining properties. I will at a city council meeting. He said per the rules of the union contract. “I am running for mayor be- mon-sense approach to the every- eventually be addressing all areas he would build the hotel with or We will also reclarify what is ex- cause I sincerely believe we need day city problems will eventually of city government, shoring up without TIF funds. That bold pected of part-time officers.” someone new and different to lead result in positive change for our areas of neglect and proudly sup- statement, combined with the re- McKinney confirmed his plans this city for the next four years,” city.” porting successful programs.” sults of the feasibility study, com- to retire in July. said Crossland. “Chester desper- If elected, Crossland wants to One major city issue that was pelled me to vote no on award- Page, 56, is running for mayor ately needs fresh ideas and some- restore order to city government decided by the mayor’s vote was ing TIF funds.” after serving more than 30 years one willing to work with a new and provide a strong presence at to enter into TIF negotiations with Another major city issue over in the Illinois Department of Cor- council to create a positive culture city hall. developers of a planned new hotel the past few years has been the rections. During that time, he change for our city. We need to “I will always encourage open despite the fact that an indepen- appointments of police chiefs. climbed up the ladder to serve as steer clear of where we’ve been discussion and communication dent study found that the pro- Two years ago, Mayor Egge- warden at Menard, deputy director and follow someone willing to with all city council members,” posed expansion would result in meyer removed Ryan Coffey take a different path and direc- said Crossland. “The aldermen the eventual failure of one or both from that position in favor of Continued on Page 5______Page 2 County Journal February 21, 2013 CJJ POLICE

Local police blotters for the week... Perry Co. taskforce Melissa Schiling, 37, of failure to yield at an inter- Marissa was cited Febru- for possession of a con- Chester was arrested Feb- section after an accident ary 15 by Marissa police trolled substance. Berry ruary 11 by Sparta police February 12 at Market for unlawful use of fire- was jailed. makes drug arrests for driving while license and Airport Road in works, disobeying a stop **** suspended and violation Sparta. Douglas collided sign, expired driver’s li- Charles D. Rommel, 42, Carbondale and Du Quoin suspects of restriction. with a vehicle driven by cense and failure to notify of Steeleville was arrested Perry County Sheriff County jail. He was later **** Eloise Kueker, 63, of secretary of state of ad- February 13 by the Ran- Keith Kellerman an- released after his bond Carlos Moises, 21, of Evansville. dress change. dolph County Sheriff’s De- nounced that three drug was reduced. Sparta was arrested Feb- **** **** partment for driving on a related arrests were made Marcus Dunmyer, 31, ruary 11 by Sparta police Ryan Haynes, 34, of Derick Ruester, 26, of suspended license and recently by the Perry for driving while license Willisville was arrested Marissa was arrested Feb- speeding. He posted bond. and Ashley Dunmyer, 24, County Drug Task Force. both of Du Quoin were ar- suspended, obstructed February 15 by the Perry ruary 16 by Marissa police **** Montel Davis, 28, of windshield, operating an County Sheriff’s Depart- on a St. Clair County war- Carole A. Haupt, 51, of rested February 11 on a Carbondale was arrested Perry County warrant for uninsured vehicle and ment for domestic bat- rant for improper signal, Murphysboro was arrested January 28 on a Perry driver’s license not on per- tery. He was taken to jail. operating an uninsured February 15 by the Ran- unlawful delivery of can- County warrant for unlaw- nabis. Both posted $2,000 son. He posted bond and **** vehicle and no valid li- dolph County Sheriff’s De- ful possession of a con- cash and were released was released. Charles Dagner, 31, of cense. partment on a warrant for trolled substance. Davis pending a court appear- **** Ava was arrested Febru- **** failure to appear in court was initially held in lieu Bobbi Jo Williams, 32, of ary 16 by the Perry Clarence Smith, 24, of on a criminal neglect of of $40,000 at the Perry ance. Sparta was arrested Feb- County Sheriff’s Depart- Marissa was cited Febru- the elderly case. She was ruary 12 by Sparta police ment for DUI, driving ary 16 by Marissa police jailed. for driving while license while license revoked, for improper display of **** suspended. fleeing or attempting to registration and operating Travis D. Mancillas, 24, Williams was arrested elude police, disobeying a an uninsured vehicle. of Sparta was arrested Feb- again February 12 by stop sign and improper **** ruary 15 by Sparta police Fire calls for the week Sparta police for driving lane use. He was taken to Jared Smith, 24, of on a St. Clair County war- while license suspended. jail. Lenzburg was arrested rant for failure to appear Pinckneyville, Steeleville, Evansville **** **** February 16 by Marissa in court on a DUI charge. Pinckneyville firemen town February 12 at 3:10 Two 15-year-old juve- Corey Carney, 43, of police for trespass to prop- He was released to the St. were called Sunday to 3803 p.m. niles, one from Sparta and New Athens was arrested erty, disorderly conduct Clair County Sheriff’s De- State Route 154 west of A small grease fire had the other from Tilden, February 18 by the Perry and obstructing a peace partment. town, the Steve Bruegge- erupted in the kitchen, but were cited February 12 by County Sheriff’s Depart- officer. **** mann property. damage was very minor. Sparta police for aggra- ment for improper lane **** London S. Williams, 23, Fire Chief Jim Gielow **** vated battery. They were use and DUI. He was Zachary Neuwirth, 24, of Chester was arrested said Brueggemann was The Evansville Fire De- given notices to appear in taken to jail. of Marissa was arrested February 16 by Chester burning leaves and the fire partment answered a call court. **** February 16 by Marissa police for DUI, driving an spread to an old shed. The Wednesday morning just **** William Kernan, 35, of police for obstructing a uninsured vehicle, failure shed was destroyed, but Ashley Owens, 26, of Tilden was arrested Feb- peace officer. to signal and illegal trans- Gielow said it had no value. before 9. The fire report- Sparta was cited February ruary 2 by Marissa police **** portation of an alcoholic **** edly involved a carport but 14 by Sparta police for on a St. Clair County war- Ashley Quirin, 21, of beverage. He posted bond. Steeleville firemen were was spreading. No other driving an uninsured ve- rant for burglary. New Athens was arrested **** called to the Melba Ruebke information was available hicle. **** February 17 by Marissa Theresa M. Schaefer, 26, home on Route 150 west of at press time. **** Jennifer Gabriel, 38, of police for improper lane of Marissa was arrested A 14-year-old Percy ju- Marissa was arrested Feb- use and DUI. February 16 by the Ran- venile was cited February ruary 3 by Marissa police **** dolph County Sheriff’s De- 14 by Sparta police for on a Clinton County war- Travis Daniels, 44, of partment for possession of possession of drug para- rant for obstructing po- Willisville was arrested a stolen vehicle, driving ACCIDENTS HAPPEN phernalia and criminal lice. February 14 by the Perry an uninsured vehicle, driv- damage to state sup- **** County Sheriff’s Depart- ing on a revoked license We’ll Restore Your Vehicle Quickly ported property. He was Jesse Kempfer, 32, of ment on a Williamson and failure to reduce speed then released. Marissa was arrested Feb- County warrant for body to avoid an accident. She & At An Affordable Cost! **** ruary 4 by Marissa police attachment. He was taken was jailed. Any Type Of Collision Amie Thornton, 32, of for two counts of domes- to jail, posted bond and **** Tilden was arrested Feb- tic battery. was released. Joseph R. Voelker, 26, Spray In Bed Liners ruary 15 by Sparta police **** **** of Evansville was arrested for driving an uninsured Christopher Narup, 21, Jeffrey D. Franklin, 46, February 18 by Evansville NEW! AUTO DETAILING vehicle, driving while li- of Marissa was arrested of Chester was arrested police for domestic battery. Exterior ~ Interior ~ Engine ~ Shampoo cense suspended and ille- February 6 by Marissa po- February 13 by the Ran- He was jailed. Any Size: Car-Semi gal transportation of alco- lice on a St. Clair County dolph County Sheriff’s De- **** hol. warrant for possession of partment on a warrant for Isaac L. McMullin, 21, of Call For Appointment 426-3226 **** a controlled substance. violating an order of pro- Chester was arrested Feb- Travis Piechoinski, 42, **** tection. He posted bond. ruary 18 by Chester police of Tilden was arrested Nicole Schneider, 22, of **** on Randolph County war- WE TAKE DENTS OUT OF ACCIDENTS Hillside Auto Body February 15 by Sparta po- Marissa was arrested Feb- Jada J. Berry, 40, of rants for unlawful con- Across From Trico • Rte. 4 • Campbell Hill • 426-3226 lice for illegal transporta- ruary 7 by Marissa police Evansville was arrested sumption of an alcoholic tion of alcohol. for three counts of domes- February 13 by the Ran- beverage by a minor and **** tic battery. dolph County Sheriff’s failure to appear in court Jack Douglas, 75, of **** Department on a Perry on a retail theft charge. Coulterville was cited for Tomiya Lawless, 32, of County, Missouri warrant He was jailed. APRIL 9, 2013 Greaney’s Guns, Inc. 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Though it’s not yet a done ing in Sparta for several will likely take about 30 In what he is calling an funds maintained by the Il- deal, it appears the village months. They and their days, the village can tear effort to make neighbor- linois Housing Develop- of Percy will eventually own Percy house are the subjects down the house and place a hoods safe and to restore ment Authority. the house once occupied by of an upcoming episode of lien against the property to property values, State Rep- Applies to The funds include the Priscilla and Phyllis Hab- the reality TV show “Hoard- recoup demolition costs if resentative Jerry Costello Foreclosure Prevention erman and all of the ground ers: Buried Alive.” and when the property is II said he supports legisla- Program Fund and the that goes with it. The air date for that epi- sold. tion that will significantly single and Abandoned Property Mu- Percy code enforcement sode has been pushed back Another scenario sug- shorten foreclosure pro- nicipality Relief Program. officer Robert O’Rear re- to late this year or early gested by Don Bigham, the ceedings. The fees are expected to ported to Percy Town Board next year, according to in- board’s attorney, is to sell multi- Senate Bill 16 will allow provide an estimated $28 members last Thursday formation the show’s pro- the property as is, with the single-family homes and million each year to local night that the Haberman duction company gave to stipulation that whoever family twins have verbally agreed the County Journal last buys it be required to tear multi-family buildings that governments to help main- to give the village a quit- week. down the house. are not legally occupied to tain and secure aban- claim deed to the property. When it does air, the show Bigham noted that acquir- be eligible for an expe- homes that doned residential proper- It was just a month ago will be seen on The Learn- ing the property by quit- dited foreclosure process ties and get them back into that O’Rear reported that ing Channel on satellite or claim deed is considerably that could be completed in productive use. the house was uninhabit- cable TV. cheaper and faster than as little as 90 days. are not It will also provide about able and a health hazard. Once the real estate trans- asking a judge to condemn Costello said previous $13 million a year for hous- The sisters have been liv- action is complete, which it. state law allowed the fore- ing counseling assistance. closure of some properties occupied “The new funding will to drag on for nearly two help link homeowners to Several write-in candidates years. This allowed them counseling and other to fall into disrepair and will also help families who trusted assistance so they damage local property val- are at risk of foreclosure can access critical re- filed before Feb. 7 deadline ues and become bases for from losing their homes by sources to protect their crime. directing filing fees paid by homes from foreclosure,” February 7 was the final be spelled correctly, but the He said the legislation Costello said. day to file a petition with judges must be able to de- mortgage issuers into two county clerks to run as a Sets up a termine the voter’s intent. write-in candidate in the school/municipal elections township set for April 9, and more ED WE BUY candidates have emerged. situation in EXTEND In Percy, Camilla Naile TIES CARS! filed for the town board. She ARRAN joins five other candidates Trico district W whose names will be on the ballot for three full-term for a seat. There are three seats. names on the ballot with Curtis Eubanks had filed four seats open, so there to run for the board but has will be no contests. since died, and his name Only two people filed and has been removed from the will be on the ballot for four G ballot, according to County seats on the Trico school CIN LOW Clerk Pat Laramore. board. They are Judy Rieck- FINAN AT Larry A. Eaglebeare Tybo enberg and Lois Jones. OW MON Filing as write-in candi- S L THLY filed to run as a write-in for A % P mayor of Ellis Grove. He dates are Bob Chapman of 1.69 AYMENTS will run against incumbent Campbell Hill, Matt Bernaix ! Jerry Walls. of Ava and Daniel Carson of In Marissa, Roy Dean Ava. Dickey and Rodney Red- Chapman and Carson nour both filed to run for both live in Bradley Town- the town council for four- ship, and there are two can- year terms. didates from Bradley on the Chris Smith and Bryan board whose terms have not Bingel will be on the ballot, expired. Only three can so there will be four candi- serve on the board from the dates for three seats. same township. Therefore, At Kaskaskia, Tracy Lowry only one person can be filed for clerk, and Mike elected from Bradley Town- Colbert, Brian Lowry and ship. Bernaix, who lives in Dorothy Brown are running Ora Township, Rieckenberg for the town board. Three and Jones are assured of board seats are open. victories. In Cutler, Brenda Conway In Perry County School £ÓÓ£Ê œÀÌ Ê >ÀŽiÌÊUÊ-«>ÀÌ>ÊUÊ/œÊÀiiÊnÈȇnș‡™£nn is a write-in candidate for District 204, only one per- the town board. Joe Loucks, son, Jennifer Lemmon, filed È£n‡{{™‡
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The winners are chosen The coal festival will be 618-449-CARS618-449-CARS based on the amount of held June 6-8. 618-449-CARS618-449-CARS Page 4 County Journal Febuary 21, 2013 CJJ OPINIONS Traditional election coverage no longer possible ell phones are very con- the local vot- want to do one or two candidates we can C venient. They are a great ers have something reach, the ones who are listed, piece of technology that has some idea for the com- when there are four or five been made affordable to the about what So many people now munity,” running for the same seat. average American. the candi- was a com- Also, on these odd-year elec- Why wouldn’t they be popu- dates say mon re- tions, there are many candi- lar? You can take them almost they will do have cell phones sponse to dates in the running. Pinck- anywhere, use them to check if elected. why people neyville High School, for ex- on your kids or make an im- Now that should vote ample, has 11 candidates for portant call while you are reporting has just about come The reason is simple. We for them. four seats. away from home. to an end. don’t know how to reach them. That kind of response really While that shows good com- By the same token, they are We are trying to cover all of In the past, the County Jour- says nothing. munity involvement, it makes making it rough for local news the mayoral races with inter- nal has sent out question- Now, so many people have it difficult for reporters to reporters. views of the candidates. It will naires, but the number re- cell phones and no longer reach all of them, especially in The County Journal has al- be difficult, if not impossible, turned was dismal. Besides, a have a landline with their the large area covered by the ways extensively covered local however, to get comments person-to-person interview is number in the telephone County Journal. elections. We have always con- from the candidates for other much better. book. Notice how much thin- So, in this election cycle, if tacted as many candidates as local offices such as town Questionnaires were all an- ner the phone books are? you don’t see your town board possible to get comments from board, town clerk and school swered pretty much the same. We can’t reach them, and it covered, now you will know them before election day, so board candidates. “I want to serve because I is not fair to interview only why. So glad we had this time together Art: form, beauty, salad bars early 12 years ago, I rector for the past year. rtistic people never mined not so much by how N began working at the A short time later, I was A cease to amaze me. the house looked but by the County Journal. offered the position again. I Whether it’s painting, draw- number of buckets of paint I started working Wednes- asked for time to think about ing, sculpting, carving or A Musing he used. day nights, sorting, bun- In My it. I was not going to jump just coloring within the Sometimes he would take dling and helping get the right in and accept without lines, artists unmistakably me along on his painting newspapers out to stores World weighing all the pros and have a gift. Art is defined as View adventures. I got to stir the and newsstands in the area. cons. human creativity and the paint, hand him things and A short time later, I learned After about two weeks of making of things that have talk. He must have enjoyed of an opening for a full-time By Jeff Blair careful thought, I decided to form or beauty. That ex- By Martha Baker Peebles my company, because he reporter. I talked to Jerry accept the job. plains why all of my at- never lost patience answer- Willis and was hired. I considered that at age 51, tempts at art are in vain. ing all of my annoying ques- February 21 will begin a asking me if I was still inter- I won’t get too many offers Form and beauty don’t ex- tions. new chapter in my life, as I ested in the job. I said yes like this. I felt I had to take ist in anything I create. I proud of a paper mache rab- I inherited Hawk Shaw’s will become the general and began a career I had it or give up on my dream. have difficulty painting a bit I created and painted love of painting, but nor- manager of WHCO Radio in never dreamed of doing. It is I know it was T-Bone’s room, drawing stick people pink. mally my projects end up as Sparta. now a career I could never dream to manage the radio and making a good looking Being an artist takes prac- a disaster. For instance, the My only prior news-writing dream of not doing. station in his hometown, salad at a salad bar. tice, patience and God- paint bucket always gets experience had been my After WQRL, I worked at and he was able to live that Have you ever noticed given ability. I have not turned over when I move time as news director at WMIX in Mt. Vernon, KXEN dream for a time. He did well how some people can take been blessed with any of the ladder. It never fails that WDQN in Du Quoin. in St. Louis and WDQN, and was well-respected by an empty plate, walk up to those things. during the process, my Radio was not a job I ever where I stayed until 2001. the community. No one can a salad bar and come back I am constantly amazed at backside and my hair al- imagined doing. Sure, some I started working at WHCO ever say T-Bone didn’t work with a colorful and sym- the talent of other people, ways end up smeared with people had told me I should in 2008 doing weekend news hard to support worthy metrical work of art? My like the late painter Bob paint, and good clothing work in radio, I assume be- and cohosting the Southern causes and his hometown. salads never look appetiz- Ross. When my kids were gets ruined. One time, after cause I have a deep voice Illinois Swap Shop Saturday His morning show team, ing. little, we loved to watch him I spilled a bucket, my dog like many radio DJs. I would mornings. In 2010, I started consisting of him, April Croutons and cherry to- on TV. He could turn an stepped in it and proceeded laugh and tell them that producing 10 daily news- Ruebke and Kevin Holliday, matoes roll onto the floor, empty canvas into a work of to mosey about. The floor of would never happen. casts for WINI in Murphys- was fantastic. salad dressing drips off of art in 30 minutes. You my house looked like the To silence those people boro, WHCO’s sister station. Everything I said during the plate and a strange mix would think artists like him Saluki dog paw prints path and prove to them that radio General manager at the 9 a.m. newscast during of vegetables looks as if would use fine, precise that you see all around Car- was not for me, I applied for WHCO is not a job I sought. the final T-Bone Morning they should never be eaten paintbrushes, but he would bondale. a part-time DJ position at I had enjoyed working with Show was straight from my together. Could it be that often paint with a brush For me, this quote by Fran WQRL in Benton in 1987. T-Bone, the previous station heart. It was the best morn- the sneeze shields are sti- much the same size as the Lebowitz sums it all up: I went in for an interview manager and host of the ing show team in southern fling my creativity? ones my Uncle Hawk Shaw “Very few people possess on a Thursday morning, popular T-Bone Morning Illinois. I was creative only once, would use to paint a house. true artistic ability. It is filled out an application and Show. I plan to continue that sup- at age 12 during my junior Hawk Shaw was an artist, therefore both unseemly read some news stories onto When I was first offered the port of Sparta and the sur- high art class. My best and too. You could tell by his and unproductive to irritate a tape so the station man- job, after negotiations be- rounding area. I look for- most favorite project was white painter’s hat and the situation by making an ager could hear how I tween the station owner and ward to talking with busi- paper mache. We used lots overalls. They were spotted effort. If you have a burning, sounded. T-Bone broke down, I said ness, organizations and of flour and water, and the with colors from every restless urge to write or My phone rang just before no. I felt I would be turning community leaders and be bigger mess, the better our home he painted in Willis- paint, simply eat something noon the very next day. It my back on T-Bone, since I masterpieces turned out. I ville. His evaluation of how sweet and the feeling will was the station manager worked with him as news di- Continued on Page 5 remember that I was really the job was going was deter- pass.”

They were both That is the reason I never moved my mom when we Update on the Haberman show treated very well relocated to Missouri. lot of people are won- vide much information. In Editor, County Journal: Letters First of all, she did not A dering when the pro- fact, she erroneously told Putting a loved one in a want to leave her “girls,” gram on the Haberman sis- me that the Percy program care center is a hard deci- To The and she liked the activities ters is going to air on The would air this spring. sion, probably one of the they had for the residents. Learning Channel. Editor’s And she is supposed to be hardest that I have ever had My parents are both de- Recently, I have been talk- the person to relate to the to make. Editor ceased now, but I am very ing to Laine Burdick, who news media? Several years ago, I placed content with the choice we helps produce that pro- Space Now I am “good friends” my dad into Randolph made for their care. gram, in Los Angeles. with Laine. She was very County Care Center. He had I know others may have A new season of “Hoard- By Jerry Willis personable when we talked advanced Alzheimer’s, and I popped in and out at dif- different opinions, but for ing: Buried Alive” has daily about a week ago. the care was too much for ferent times when I lived in us, we made the right started, but it will not in- She also assured us that my mom. Sparta, and I never saw any- choice. clude the program about the last of the dumpsters on When Mom broke her hip thing that made me con- I want to express my ap- the Habermans. Burdick Air date the Haberman property and had other medical cerned or unhappy. preciation to the staff at the said the Haberman pro- would be gone sometime in problems, she wanted to go Yes, the building is old, care center for all they did. gram will air very likely at March. to the care center. She liked and I wish we could have The nurses, CNAs house- the end of this year or the delayed “We do hope to get more the care they had given my gotten a new one, but both keeping, maintenance, beginning of 2014. She items out of the house,” she dad. She had also been a of my parents’ rooms were laundry, dietary, front of- promises she will let us cerning the cleanup and said. “We are waiting to see volunteer there for many very clean. fice, activities, Tom and know when that will hap- eventual razing of her if the house is going to be years. The best reason for my sat- Carolyn Peck for church pen. home. The cost of that work torn down. That could be The reason for my letter is isfaction is the staff. They and anyone I might have We have been talking to has been fully paid back to the end of our story.” to tell everyone that I was treated my folks like family. missed. We truly appreciate Burdick a lot lately, be- the town by the Haberman Percy officials will have to very happy with all of the Most of them have very you. cause she is obtaining sto- family. decide that issue. The care and attention that both compassionate hearts and Sue Morrison ries and pictures from the When the TV production town’s code officer has said of my parents were given. go beyond the usual duties. Sunrise Beach, Missouri County Journal, some of crew was in Percy, they the structure, as is stands, which will be used on the were not very friendly to- is not in a livable condition. program. Our information ward us, to say the least. Recently, one of two large is mostly about the late Ida Back then, I would talk to dumpsters was removed The end of Saturday mail Haberman, the mother of The Learning Channel’s from the Haberman prop- Phyllis and Priscilla, when media relations person. erty. One dumpster that The U.S. Postal Service ments and to switch to al- would be an ideal ap- she lived in Willisville. We She also was very short was sitting in the street was has announced it will end ternative media. proach to achieve the goal. had a lot of coverage con- with me and would not pro- moved into the yard. Saturday delivery for let- It is unclear how much However, given that the ters beginning the first revenue from advertising postal service already de- week of August. Seung- mail will be reduced, but faulted on its payment for Hyun Hong, a University the potential change in pre-funding in 2012, and Policies Of The County Journal River Stages of Illinois professor of eco- business customers’ de- its revenues are expected A Publication Of Willis Publishing, Inc. The Mississippi At Chester nomics, has studied the mand will likely determine to decline even further, it Larry Willis & Jerry Willis - Owners/Publishers Flood Stage 27 Ft. postal service’s financial whether or not five-day becomes questionable Greg Myers - Editor situation. delivery will alleviate the whether such an approach Feb. 14 ...... 8.5 He says ending Saturday agency’s financial prob- should be the top priority. PUBLISHED EACH THURSDAY Feb. 15 ...... 9.3 delivery will certainly re- lems. In this regard, Congress 1101 East Pine • Box 369 • Percy, Illinois 62272 Feb. 16 ...... 9.3 duce costs, but whether it The Postal Accountabil- should re-examine the vi- (618) 497-8272 Feb. 17 ...... 8.6 will ultimately help or hurt ity and Enhancement Act ability of the current pre- Feb. 18 ...... 7.8 the postal service depends of 2006 required the U.S. funding approach and the Letters to the editor must be signed in order to be published. Feb. 19 ...... 7.1 on how this change will Postal Service to make ultimate goal of pre-fund- A telephone number is also required for verification. Letters Feb. 20 ...... 6.7 affect the demand for annual payments of about ing. and news items are published at the discretion of the editors. postal services. $5.5 billion from 2007 An increase in postal All copy will be edited. The County Journal does not publish poetry. As far as most consum- through 2016 to pre-fund rates could increase the Classified advertising must be prepaid except for estab- County Journal ers are concerned, this its retiree health benefits. revenue as long as it does lished accounts. Political and certain other advertising must (USPS 549-110) change will not matter In the private sector and not decrease the demand be prepaid. is published weekly on Thursdays for much, since most consum- the government sector, for postal services. Any person or organization holding a money making event 60¢ each issue,$22.00 per year in ers are already using large unfunded liabilities However, this is not and wanting it advertised in the County Journal must discuss Randolph, Perry and Jackson counties, email, fax or other deliv- for retiree pension and guaranteed, and simply in- their promotion with the advertising department. Generally, $24.00 per year in Illinois, $29.00 per ery services for more ur- health benefits have led to creasing postal rates may if the organization charges for the event, goods or services, year elsewhere, by County Journal, gent mail. the termination of the not necessarily increase the County Journal charges to advertise its event. Box 369, 1101 East Pine, Percy, However, five-day deliv- promised benefits or some the agency’s revenue. Letters advocating a candidate or referendum will be pub- Illinois, 62272. Periodicals postage lished as a letter to the editor until two weeks before an elec- ery could reduce business actions to reduce the ben- Nevertheless, given the tion. Within that two weeks such promotions will be published paid at Percy, Illinois. customers’ demand for efits. rate increases in the past, only as paid advertisement. POSTMASTER: Send address postal services, because it In that regard, avoiding another increase cannot Anyone wishing to express thanks must do so in a paid ad- changes to County Journal, Box 369, may lead some businesses potential changes in ben- be ruled out. Branch clo- vertisement. Thank you notes will not be included in news 1101 East Pine, Percy, Illinois to rely less on postal ser- efits would be an ideal sures would also poten- stories. 62272. vices for their advertise- goal, and pre-funding tially lead to cost savings. February 21, 2013 County Journal Page 5

Percy board...Continued from Page 1______By High Auto to listen.” some paperwork that had Hartman said that he was date for the town board in SHOCKED Repair Bills? Prior to the vote to hire not been filed in relation to denied a pay raise 11 out of the April election, said Oil Change • Transmission Rednour, Yates allowed his being a police officer. the 34 years he has put in Percy has a crime problem Brake System • Wheel Alignment board members to read an The hiring of Rednour because the town didn’t have and needs an effective police Tire Rotation & Balance application for the chief’s came as somewhat of a sur- the money. He said he stayed department. Heating & Cooling • Batteries • Steering System position submitted by Bill prise in that he told the with Percy because of the He noted that his son was Air Conditioning • Starting System Ferguson, who served as County Journal last month health insurance the town a part-time officer in Percy Fuel System • Charging System Percy’s police chief about 12 that he had not been offered was providing for him. but is not any longer “be- years ago. the job. However, he appar- That policy is now run- cause of you folks. He didn’t MOST MAJOR BRAND TIRES Ferguson said he would ently let board members ning about $21,000 a year in have any backing.” take the job for what he was know that he was interested premiums, but the board is Rednour says he is cur- SWITCH To Gerald’s! being paid when he last in the position at the currently looking at ways to rently on leave from his job held the post, which was $40,000 salary prior to cut employee health insur- at the Pinckneyville prison $20,000 a year. Thursday night’s meeting. ance costs. due to stress-related issues. Gerald’s Yates said he would not Based on comments by The board was also asked He was asked by Aldridge Radiator & recommend Ferguson for O’Dell, the board has been if it would lay off mainte- if he had previously said he the job, and Aldridge asked talking with Rednour about nance workers, such as planned to return to that Automotive Ferguson if he was asked to a full-time chief’s position Jake Mitchell, if the money job, as was reported in the 14 Westwood Drive • Steeleville • 965-3323 resign as chief due to pend- for the last three months. wasn’t there to pay Red- County Journal. ing criminal charges. Some in the audience said nour, as well as the current Rednour denied making Ferguson responded by the $40,000 salary was not employees. The board said that statement, but mo- saying he resigned because fair to maintenance super- no one will be laid off. ments after the meeting he ran for and won a town visor Mark Hartman, who One resident spoke in sup- ended, several people heard We Carry A LargeHand Selection Painted Of board seat, and the alleged has worked for the town for port of Rednour and a full- Rednour, when pressed by pending legal issue was a years and is still not mak- time police chief. Clyde the County Journal, admit misunderstanding over ing $40,000. Sternberg, who is a candi- he had said that. MARTINI Was it legal?...Continued from Page 1______CROCS personnel in Percy’s case, and the matter of hiring a before it takes effect. Bigham our cities (sic) financial sta- GLASSES does not give the public suf- full-time police chief had said he expects that vote to be tus. We believe recent ac- ficient advance notice of ac- been discussed at a prior taken at the board’s regular tions to be contrary to the tion that might be taken. meeting. He confirmed the meeting in March. true needs and wishes of Craven said anyone who matter was not discussed In another development, a our community. wants to challenge the when the board went into petition is being circulated “We further believe that board’s action in court has closed session during in Percy asking the board hiring should be by com- 60 days from the date of the Thursday’s meeting. to rescind its decision con- petitive bidding and com- meeting to file a complaint. Bigham also pointed out cerning hiring a full-time pensation to be balanced on Don Bigham, the board’s that he will prepare a writ- police chief. need and close examination attorney, said he believes ten contract between the vil- It reads, in part, ”We the of anticipated funds.” Collectibles •Home Decor • Wreaths • Garland the board did nothing lage and Rednour, and ap- undersigned taxpayers of As of Wednesday this Come Check Out Our Bargain Room! wrong because “personnel” proval of that contract must the Village of Percy would week, just under 200 signa- appeared on the agenda, be voted on by the board like a complete review of tures had been gathered. “We’re more than just a pharmacy” KEIL 1375 S. Main Chester mayor’s race...From Page 1_____ Trico... Red Bud and deputy chief of institu- vided into sides,” said Page. would ultimately make a Pharmacy & Gifts 282-2870 tions. “I have the ability to get decision that is best for the From Page 1______“I have the time to dedicate people to work together for city.” to the office of mayor,” said a common goal, which is to Page would also like to hours were reduced from Page. “I have experience make Chester a better city. study all of the factors be- 7.5 a day down to four. supervising large groups of I would also work to attract fore making a decision on In other personnel news, Discover what’s new in Agricultural, people and dealing with new businesses to Chester, his choice for the chief of the board approved the one- Residential and Energy Efficient multi-million dollar bud- while helping current busi- police. year renewal of contracts “If elected, I would want to SIP Construction! gets. I also have the proven nesses thrive.” for high school/junior high In regard to the proposed study everything and be- ability to solve problems. Principal Mike Denault, el- “There are two good can- TIF hotel, Page stated he come an expert of the city’s ementary Principal Jenni- didates running for this of- would have to analyze all of budget,” said Page. “I will Friday, March 1 from 12 noon to 7 p.m. fice, but my qualifications the data before making a not come in and start firing fer Wilson and high school/ decision. people. junior high Assistant Prin- should be the eye opener. I Tour our state-of-the-art facility after 3 p.m. am a proven leader and “It is hard to say what I I would meet with all of cipal Ron Coleman. No sala- have been for many years. would do on that issue,” the employees then make a ries for the administrators See recent Product Improvements! I won’t be anyone’s pup- said Page. “I would cer- decision on appointments were set. pet. I will be my own per- tainly dive into the situa- based on my observations In other action from Mon- son.” tion with both feet and take and study. I like Chief day night, the board ap- Learn about the latest in energy-efficient McKinney and everyone in If elected, Page wants to a close look at all of the fac- proved a trip by the FCCLA building technology! tors. I would want to read the police department and work to help the city’s fi- to attend a state conference nancial status and overall the actual study and ana- would be comfortable with in Springfield April 18-20. functionality of the city. lyze its findings before mak- the current administra- Meet BBL Employee-Owners! “Right now, Chester is di- ing a decision. However, I tion.” The board voted to repay Special Pricing $200,000 from the educa- Available During tion fund back to the trans- This Event! Chester ponders animal shelter portation fund. Smith reported that the EnjoyE refreshments and door prizes! By Greg Myers at the Cohen Complex has Schuchert and Helde- high school received an aca- What started as a pro- been selected for the facil- brandt, who has been spear- demic improvement award posed Eagle Scout project ity, but I don’t believe that heading this project, told from the Illinois State has escalated into plans for this type of facility qualifies the council that the facility Welcome: Board of Education. an expensive, fully func- as recreational, which it could pay for itself by charg- Public It was reported at the „ tional animal shelter that would need to be to be built ing people to adopt dogs. Architects meeting that Trico’s $1.7 „ would have to be operated on Cohen land.” Alderman Ray Allison did Builders Phone: 573-547-8363 million in working cash „ and maintained by the city Rob Schuchert, speaking some research on animal „ Realtors BBLUSA.NET bonds were all purchased by 232 Semo Lane, Perryville, Mo of Chester. for Heldebrandt, showed shelters and stated that he „ Business Owners The issue was discussed at architectural plans for the was told it would cost the local banks. 100% EMPLOYEE OWNED 100% QUALITY COMMITTED Part of the family of companies length February 19 at the facility, estimated to cost city $80,000 a year to run a MANUFACTURING & CONSTRUCTING QUALITY BUILDINGS SINCE 1975 Chester City Council meet- $50,000 to build, and gave shelter of this scope. ing after Alderman Rich- updates on the project’s Kerkhover also added that ard Brueggemann asked if current status. if the animal shelter was there was a city fund that “So far, we have raised built, the city’s insurance Blair... money could be borrowed around $8,500,” said Schu- would increase. From Page 5______from to help get the project chert. “I know there are a No final decision was made SKID STEER rolling. lot of concerns, but there is about the shelter, because City attorney Jeff Kerk- interest for this project. A the legal issues and possi- an active part of the com- ATTACHMENTS hover stated that the city lot of people are backing it. bly a new location has to be munity. legally cannot loan money, Something like this is defi- looked into. While WHCO is located in Sparta, I want the station to Authorized Dealer and the project itself faced nitely needed in Chester.” In other action, Mark Gar- Serving The Midwest numerous legal hurdles According to the architec- niss was hired to work at the be Randolph County’s radio, before any work could be tural plans, the facility sewer department. even extending to other area Over 90 Attachments done. would include areas for A $3,000 donation for the counties, including those of Compatible With Most Brands Of “I believe it was a fabulous housing dogs and cats, an Popeye and Friends Charac- Perry, St. Clair and Mon- Skid Steers & Compact Tractors. idea by Zach Heldebrandt, office, two restrooms, laun- ter Trail was approved. roe. and I applaud him for want- dry and grooming, medical The council voted to adver- I plan to stay on top of Grapples • Bale Spears • Augers & Bits ing to help the city,” said and lobby. tise the position of a sea- weather issues. The music Pallet Forks • Landscape Rakes • Much More Kerkhover. “However, the “I want to see improve- sonal employee to super- format will remain classic Select Quick Attach Available For Rent city has a license to oper- ment for our dog pound, vise summer student work- country. There will also be a ate as animal control. I am but to turn this project into ers. few new programs that will not sure if, legally, the city a shelter or an animal res- An estimate was approved join the line-up over the next Rubber Tracks can operate as an animal cue facility was not the on a gas meter set replace- year. Distributor shelter. original talk when it was ment for Menard Correc- My philosophy is that ra- “Also, if the facility is built first brought to the council. tional Center for $27,740. dio is not about what the Undercarriage on city property, it has to be This is a huge undertaking The council approved a general manager, program For Dozers And Excavators director or a particular DJ WE owned and maintained by for the city.” $565 estimate from Servpro Bucket Teeth • Cutting Edges the city. Animal control officer for mold cleanup at the Cole likes. It’s about what the lis- SELL “Finally, I know a location Elanna Bradley, along with Park house. teners want. I want to hear from the listeners, their Fully Equipped Service Trucks likes and dislikes. As far as my job at the For In-The-Field Repair And Tilden denies streetlight request County Journal, I want to On-Site Oil Changes express my appreciation to - We Make Hydraulic Hoses - By Jeff Blair agenda, said Basse had stalling more aerators at everyone who has told me A request by Tilden resi- talked with him about the the sewer lagoon. He said a over the years that they en- dent Eugene Basse to install light. total of six aerators are joy reading my columns. It’s EQUIPMENT RENTAL a streetlight near his home “I realize it would cost us needed to provide adequate been fun, and I wouldn’t D3G CAT 6 Way Blade D6D CAT was denied by the village more money, but I think aeration and keep the la- have traded it for anything board at its Tuesday night that area needs more light- goon from becoming stag- in the world. 25 Ton 92’ Boom Truck 963 CAT meeting. ing. I told him it would be nant. Jerry and Larry Willis are 315C CAT Excavator Mayor Don Keeton said up to the full board whether “The other issue is electri- wonderful employers, and I JD Skid Steer GT 332 that while he understands a light would be installed,” cal power to the pump sta- have learned much from some areas of town could Shelton said. “I am just tion at the lagoon,” Etling them over the past 12 years. JLG Telehandler use more streetlights, the passing on the information said. “We recently lost It’s hard to leave this job, but 20’ Scissor Lift village is already paying like I told him.” power, and the aerator shut the desire to move back into $1,406 a month just for When Keeton asked for a down. This can cause prob- radio is still my dream. JLG Manlift those lights. motion on the streetlight lems. We need to look at al- I may still write a few sto- “Ameren charges us $10 request, board member ternate electrical sources.” ries, cover a board meeting Call For Rates per month, per streetlight,” Charlie Dykes made the Etling said they make or two or take a few photos 24-Hour Emergency Service 618-615-8008 Keeton said. “I have looked motion, Shelton seconded it. aerators that are solar pow- for the County Journal. We’ll at the area where Mr. Basse On a roll-call vote, all board ered. see how that works out. is requesting the light, and members voted no except “They cost a little more, I’ll miss my coworkers at I believe it has enough for Shelton. Dykes said he but I think that in the long the newspaper. Even though lighting already. While we made the motion to put the run, we would be money I won’t be working there on would like to be able to fill issue on the floor but still ahead,” he added. a daily basis, I’m sure I’ll stop everyone’s request, it’s just disagreed with need for the No action was taken. in from time to time to say not fiscally possible.” light. Etling will check into the hi. th Board member Tony Shel- In other notes, board cost and availability and re- So as Carol Burnett would 404 East 4 St. • Sparta ton, who had the request member Don Etling said the port on it at a future board always sing, “I’m so glad we placed on the meeting village needs to look at in- meeting. had this time together...” 618-443-6560 Page 6 County Journal February 21, 2013 CJJ BUSINESS Wayne Voss now in Sparta auctioneer hall of fame hospital Wayne Voss of Red Bud the association. was inducted into the Illi- Voss worked with auc- joins nois Auctioneer Hall of tioneers Marcellus Hart- Fame at its conference and man, Ed Kueker and Frank Show of the Illinois State Pelate before and after his Macke Auctioneers Association in enlistment in the Army. Bloomington February 9- He has expanded Voss 11. Auction Service over the Center for Voss became the 29th in- years to include his family ductee since the hall of and several auctioneers, fame was created in 1985. including his brothers, COPD To his surprise, his four Mark and Tim. children and six grandchil- Voss said his wife Jeanie dren, living siblings, their is an integral part of the program spouses, children and business. Macke Senior Center in grandchildren were ush- Voss is a lifelong member Marissa and Sparta Com- ered into the banquet hall of St. John’s Lutheran munity Hospital will as his award was an- Church in Red Bud. He present the program Car- nounced to a standing au- holds several charity auc- ing For The Patient With dience. tions each year. COPD. The program will Voss was one of 12 chil- Voss was elected Ran- be at the Macke Center dren raised on a dairy farm dolph County supervisor of March 7 at 6:30 p.m. in southern Illinois. He at- assessments in 1990. He Sparta hospital respira- tended Missouri Auction was president of the Illinois tory therapist Betty Birch- School in 1970 and imme- State Auctioneers Associa- diately became active with tion in 1991-92. ler will present informa- Healthy valentine snacks tion on the disease and its The dietary staff at Pinckneyville Community Hospital provided complimentary effects on loved ones and snacks to patients, visitors and employees on Valentine’s Day. The snacks patients suffering with included various fruits, oatmeal raisin cookies and fruit punch. Those who COPD. stopped by the table for a snack were invited to put their names in a drawing for The presentation, which a gift basket of healthy snacks. The winner was Susan Woods. Shown from left is open to the public, will are dietary staff members Zella Haney, Cecilia Day, Sheila Rowland and Rose be followed by a question Headley. and answer session. Dirt For Sale Road & Driveway Rock All Sizes Rock • Tailgate Spread RED DOT RED DOT Randolph County auctioneer Wayne Voss, middle, is CONSTRUCTION pictured receiving a plaque from Jim Folger of the Illinois State Auctioneers Association. The plaque is 826-4045 in recognition for Voss being named to the associa- tion’s hall of fame. Folger was the 2011 inductee. On the left is Rob Henke, chairman of the Illinois Auction Advisory Board. 295-2200 Randolph economic USED TIRES $ office Over 400 In Stock 25 Many Sizes Available, All With 50% Tread Or More will host Steeleville give-away Phil Mevert of Steeleville is the winner of an iPod 24-Hour Towing business Touch given away by Alinda Ingles, the agent at the Country Financial office in Steeleville. The iPod was OIL CHANGES given away during a free drawing at the February 8 for most cars and class Trico-Steeleville basketball game in Steeleville. $ 95 SOLD & INSTALLED light trucks 24 The Randolph County Department of Economic Development will host the Small Business Develop- Joins Howell ment Center from SIU Car- Robyn (Walker) Falken- Who’s got hein has joined Howell SIDES METAL bondale Wednesday, March 6 at 9 a.m. The two- Financial Services in your back – hour class will be held in Sparta. She is a 1986 the county board room. graduate of Steeleville and your RECYCLING Greg Bouhl from the High School and worked business development for the law firm Nehrt, back pocket? 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February 21, 2013 County Journal Page 7 Percy hopes to avoid EPA fine Deals with bacteria samples from water well No. 3 The prospect of Percy contract with a company complete that phase by avoiding Illinois EPA that specializes in cleaning the end of this summer. fines is a little brighter wells by using pressure to The asphalt layer will be now than it was a month inject chemicals into the installed the following ago, but what the out- rock walls. Percy has con- year by a contractor. come will be is still tacted one company that Board member Loyde anybody’s guess. has offered to do the job for Hyde noted that the vil- As was reported last $30,000. Hartman is wait- lage owns the old Stream- month, the IEPA has threat- ing on a bid from another line Mine railroad spur ened to prosecute Percy be- company. bed that is made up of cause of past bacterial read- That will put even more rock that could be used. ings in samples taken from stress on Percy’s financial The board gave its sup- well No. 3 in the east end of condition, but Hartman port to the project. town. said a grant might be avail- The board also approved The high readings were able to help pay for the a contract with Select En- thought at first to be a re- cleaning. ergy to negotiate the bulk sult of airborne waste “At this point, they just purchase of electricity on from a nearby dog kennel want us to show them that the town’s behalf if Percy being sucked into the we are trying to fix it,” voters approve the mea- pump when it first turns Hartman said. sure in the April election. on. In other action, Kendra If voters turn down the Respiratory presentation Sparta Community Hospital respiratory therapist Betty Birchler presented a pro- The dogs have since Smith, an 18-year-old Trico program, the contract gram on Inhalers, Treatments and Proper Use at the Macke Senior Center in Marissa been removed, and sam- senior from Percy, pre- will be voided at no cost February 19. Birchler spoke on the variety of inhalers already on the market and ples taken over the last sented her proposal to build to the town. new inhalers that will be introduced in the near future. She also gave demonstrations several months have an asphalt walking track Ed Cochran told the on the proper use of inhalers to best benefit the user. shown bacteria levels around the park and ball board about how his base- have fallen below IEPA diamond. Smith is under- ment was damaged dur- requirements. taking the ambitious pro- ing the last hard rain New Athens However, in his report to ject in conjunction with her when the sewer backed the town board last Girl Scout Gold Award. up. Both Hartman and benefit at INCOME TAX PREPARATION Thursday night, Percy She has already received a Mayor Dale Yates said the Marissa church maintenance supervisor $5,000 USDA grant and village was at fault, and a Fast, Accurate Returns • Electronic Filing Mark Hartman said IEPA hopes to collect more money claim was submitted to The Funds and Fellowship Walk-Ins Welcome officials are not convinced through fundraisers to be the village’s liability in- Committee at Friedens the dog kennel was ever held at the park, other surance company. United Church of Christ in the source of the problem. grants and donations. However, the claim has Marissa will host Bunco REAL ESTATE 1101 N. Main St. Officials are now look- Smith said one estimate Sunday, February 24. been denied. Yates said it INCOME TAX SERVICE ing at the possibility that puts the cost of the two-year will be submitted again. Money raised will benefit Enterprises MARISSA bacterial slime formed project at $30,000. A moment of silence was the New Athens Home for along the rock sides of the Smith indicated she will held at the beginning of the Aged. well and entered the wa- not ask for any money from the meeting in honor of Doors open at 1:30 p.m., (618) 295-2242 or 1-800-292-2096 ter. the village but will likely town board member Cur- play begins at 2. The cost is That still doesn’t explain ask that village-owned tis Eubanks, who died last $5 a person. Snacks will be why the bacteria level equipment be used occa- month. provided. Drinks and des- dropped, and according to sionally. She is looking for Yates said he will not serts will be available. Hartman, even IEPA staff volunteers to help with the appoint anyone to the va- The church is located at Over 60 Years’ is not sure what to do. first phase of digging out cant seat because it will 820 N. Main Street. Parking Combined Experience One possible solution and putting down rock as be filled in the April elec- is behind the church. under serious review is to the base. Smith hopes to tion. There will also be a silent Steve’s auction. AUTO BODY & PAINT, INC Chester Women’s Morris Steve Gasser ¥ Kenny Eddy See Us For All Your Club hears history Rickenberg Collision Repair Needs The Chester Women’s Club has good met January 25 and heard Wheel Alignment a program on the history of Chester presented by Nor- Club news for you. Brake Repair man Baughman, Tammy 10712 Country Club Rd. Grah and Mary Ann members Low Rates for your auto, home, farm and personal insurance Stumpe. SPARTA Grah described photos of the needs. 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GASSER PROPERTIES, LLC Stumpe had lived in the the history, former prac- riverfront area as a youth tices and changes relating and pointed out landmarks, to Menard over the years. giving information and his- Photos of the construc- tory about the sites. tion, storm damage and re- Club members viewed old building of the Chester photos of the ferry, the Bridge were also shown. paddleboat ferry, the frozen Grah shared information Mississippi River in 1940, about the history of the past floods, the depot, the former toll bridge. dinky railcar, landslide ar- A moment of silence was eas, local bus service, observed in memory of the Frazerville, the city steps recent deaths of Shelby and many former homes Lawder, Ethel Horton and and businesses that were the mother of Jean Hille. located along the old Tickets for the club’s an- riverfront. nual prayer breakfast will Baughman reviewed the be available at the February history of the Southern Il- 22 and March 22 meetings. linois Penitentiary, now The breakfast will be March Menard Correctional Cen- 28. ter. Photos showed the ex- The Chester High School terior and interior of former girls senior tea will be buildings. She discussed Thursday, March 22. Garden presentation coming up at fort A re-creation of colonial nists of the 18th century Fort Chartres will be held at worked to prepare the the fort Saturday and Sun- kitchen garden for late win- day, February 23 and 24. ter and early spring plant- Hours Saturday will be ing. from 10 to 3 and Sunday 11 At 10 Saturday morning, to 2. a presentation on the Jardin The group will give a pre- Potager will be held in the sentation on how the colo- fort’s store building.

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MONDAY: Cinnamon roll, TUESDAY: Hot dog bar, corn applesauce. chips, baked beans, pears, TUESDAY: Pancakes, saus- cookie. age, syrup, juice. WEDNESDAY: Nacho sup- WEDNESDAY: Breakfast reme, tomato, cheese, salsa, pizza, juice. refried beans, pineapple. THURSDAY: Cereal, muffin, THURSDAY: Cheeseburger, juice. buttered potatoes, salad, Lunch Pinckneyville sweetheart dance apple. MONDAY: BBQ rib, bun, tator Pinckneyville High School held its sweetheart dance February 16. The sweetheart court, as voted on by tots, sliced carrots, banana classes, is pictured left to right. They are freshmen Megan Barczewski and Caulden Lazenby, sophomores COULTERVILLE pudding. Kaitlyn Sweeney and Adam Banach, juniors Katelyn Mayer and Henry Dudek, seniors Shelby Williams, February 25-28 TUESDAY: Chicken strips, Logan Woods, Morgan Wild, Daulton Hubler, King Nathan Benbrook, Queen Kelsey Robinson, Brandon Breakfast California blend, mandarin Edwards, Kristen Ginn, juniors Dalton Bathon and Denise Bruns, sophomores Maddie Jones and Zach Hagene, MONDAY: Pancake/sausage oranges, frosted grahams. freshmen Ellie Carlson and Jackson Brand. on a stick, cereal, toast, milk, WEDNESDAY: Corn dog, juice. tator tots, sliced apple, TUESDAY: Yogurt, cereal, brownie. cinnamon toast, milk, juice. THURSDAY: Chicken fajita, WEDNESDAY: Pancakes, lettuce, tomato, cheese, corn, syrup, cereal, sausage, milk, tropical fruit. juice. Milk served with each meal. THURSDAY: Scrambled eggs, sausage, cereal, milk, juice. MARISSA HIGH Lunch February 25-28 MONDAY: Hamburger, let- Breakfast tuce, tomato, sweet potato MONDAY: Cinnamon roll, fries, fruit cocktail, Rice fruit. Krispie bar, milk. HS alt, TUESDAY: Biscuits, gravy, pizza. donut, juice. TUESDAY: Chicken nuggets, WEDNESDAY: Breakfast mashed potatoes, gravy, fresh pizza, juice. broccoli, strawberries and THURSDAY: Cereal, muffin, bananas, roll, jelly. HS alt, juice. hamburger. Lunch WEDNESDAY: Chili, corn MONDAY: Chili, crackers, or chips, celery and cucumbers, chili dog, celery sticks, cinnamon roll, orange cheese slice, apple rings. smiles, milk. HS alt, chicken TUESDAY: Popcorn chicken nuggets. or spicy chicken patty, Caesar THURSDAY: Baked ham, two salad, green beans, potato mash, green beans, applesauce. Marissa FFA places third in parliamentary procedure biscuit, jelly, applesauce, WEDNESDAY: Salisbury Members of the Marissa FFA chapter traveled to Kaskaskia College to participate in the Section 22 FFA milk. HS alt, chili dog. steak or meatloaf, mashed parliamentary procedure career development and placed third overall. Pictured from left are Lillian Lewis, potatoes, gravy, peas, pine- Emily Wilkerson, Katrena Jordan, Wyatt Albert, Matthew Rehmer, Jacob Lewis, Alexandra Lewis, Douglas apple. Lewis, Kenny Jordan and Chyanne Miller. TRICO ELEMENTARY THURSDAY: Taco salad or February 25-March 1 chicken quesadilla, lettuce, Breakfast tomato, cheese, corn, man- MONDAY: Pancake/sausage darin oranges. Sparta Rotary offering two scholarships on a stick, syrup, juice, milk. Milk/juice served with meals. TUESDAY: Waffles, syrup, fruit, milk. STEELEVILLE The Sparta Rotary Club U.S. citizen or legal resi- Sparta Rotary Club. Hen- Sparta Rotary has WEDNESDAY: Pancakes, February 25-March 1 is accepting applications dent. derson served in many ca- awarded scholarships syrup, sausage patty, juice, Breakfast for its C.S. Henderson Me- The student must be en- pacities and was Rotary since 1995 to high school milk. MONDAY: Cereal, pop tart, morial Rotary scholar- rolled full-time in an ac- District 6510 governor in seniors who exhibit volun- THURSDAY: Biscuit, gravy, juice, milk. ships. credited two-year or four- 1970-1971. teerism to serve others. sausage patty, juice, milk. TUESDAY: Egg, bacon, bread, This year the club will year college or university FRIDAY: Cereal, blueberry juice, milk. award two or more $1,000 muffin, juice, milk. by fall of 2013. WEDNESDAY: Pancake and scholarships to high Lunch sausage on a stick, syrup, Applications are avail- MONDAY: Chicken nuggets, juice, milk. school seniors who have able at the guidance office baked beans, fruit, bug bites, THURSDAY: Biscuit, gravy, demonstrated a commit- at Sparta High School. milk. juice, milk. ment to community ser- They must be returned by TUESDAY: Hot dog, broccoli FRIDAY: No school. vice. March 31. and cheese, fruit, chocolate Lunch To be eligible, students The C.S. Henderson Me- chip cookie, milk. MONDAY: Taco soup, tortilla must be attending a morial Rotary Scholarship WEDNESDAY: Chicken chips, baby carrots, peaches. school within the bound- was named after Rotarian tenders, mashed potatoes, TUESDAY: Corn dog, spin- aries of Illinois School corn, fruit, milk. Clarence Henderson, a ach salad, peas, applesauce, District No. 140 and be a THURSDAY: Chili, crackers, cookie. longtime member of the PBJ pocket, fruit, milk. WEDNESDAY: Chicken wrap, FRIDAY: Cheese pizza, car- salsa, tortilla chips, refried rots, dip, fruit, milk. beans, pineapple. THURSDAY: Cowboy cava- Chamness named to tini, tossed salad, green TRICO HIGH beans, mixed fruit. February 25-March 1 dean’s list at Olivet Bullying: Breakfast EVANSVILLE Emily Chamness of Ava To qualify for the dean’s Far From Harmless Same as elementary school. February 25-28 was named to the dean’s list list, a student must have Lunch A New Message Series For Those Breakfast at Olivet Nazarene Univer- been enrolled as a full-time Who Wound Or Are Wounded MONDAY: Chicken nuggets, MONDAY: Biscuits, gravy, undergraduate student and baked beans, fruit, bug bites, sausage link, juice, milk sity in Bourbonnais, Illi- nois during the fall 2012 attained a 3.5 or higher This compelling sermon series is for milk. TUESDAY: Pancake and bullies and victims alike. You can discover TUESDAY: Soft taco, lettuce, semester. grade point average. sausage nuggets, fruit, milk, healing and forgiveness for the anguish tomato, refried beans, fruit, WEDNESDAY: Coffeecake, and torment associated with this rampant milk. juice milk. WEDNESDAY: Chicken ten- THURSDAY: Sausage biscuit, epidemic of bullying in our communities. ders, mashed potatoes, gravy, fruit, milk. And Tax If you have ever been there, you’ve corn, fruit, milk. Lunch never forgotten how it feels. 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Coulterville DAR essay winners The Liberty Bell of the West chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution essay contest at Coulterville High School was judged recently. Shown in front from left are winners Noah Venus, second place, Mackenzie Jackson, first and Chelsea Hill, third. In back are advisor Greg Rushing and DAR representatives Peg Fulton and Carolyn Dorf. This year’s topic was Forgotten Heroes of the American Revolution. A total of 21 students participated. Most students chose slaves as their topic.

During Winterfest at St. Mark’s February 8, Celine Vallett looks on as preschool 4- year-olds and second-graders make winter wreaths out of hand prints.

Winter activities in Marissa The Fellowship of Chris- Marissa FFA celebrates 2013 National FFA Week is for all students with spe- Nebel is The Marissa High School FFA celebrated National FFA Week, which started February tian Athletes is collecting cial needs attending school 16. This year’s theme is Grow, and it celebrates more than 80 years of FFA traditions new and used shoes as a ser- in self-contained or life named to while anticipating the organization’s future. More than 550,000 members nationwide vice project to support the skills classrooms. will participate in FFA Week activities at local, state and national levels. FFA Week Shoeman water project. There will be a concession Concordia is sponsored by Tractor Supply Company as a special project of the National FFA There are boxes to drop stand and free carnival Foundation. shoes in at the Marissa games. University schools, as well as various Student council and Na- churches in Marissa. tional Honor Society mem- dean’s list The Shoeman collects do- bers will be volunteering at Preschool, kindergarten screenings nated shoes, any kind, new the dance. or gently used, exports the Chelsea Nebel of Red Steeleville School District school at 965-3469 to sched- designed to measure a All high school juniors are shoes to street vendors in Bud was named to the 138 will hold kindergarten ule a screening appointment child’s fine and gross motor places like Haiti, Kenya and gearing up for PSAE testing dean’s list at Concordia and preschool screenings or for more information. development, personal and South America and uses in April. University Wisconsin for Wednesday, March 6 from Parents must take their social skills, thinking and the funds to create clean High school art classes the 2012 fall semester. 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the grade child’s social security card, problem solving skills and water programs in commu- are busy finishing up their To be eligible for the school. birth certificate and immu- speech and language devel- nities around the world. clay projects. The classes dean’s list, students must Families living in the dis- nization record to the opment. The FCA will collect shoes will test their clay mugs achieve a minimum 3.5 trict with children who will screening. Screenings are free, and for the entire month of Feb- during hot cocoa day and grade point average. be attending preschool or Screenings will include results will be kept confi- ruary. discuss the clay sculptures. kindergarten should call the game-like activities that are dential. The life skills class has an- They are also gearing up nounced it is working on for their part in the spring plans for the special needs musical by helping create dance April 26. The dance and paint the sets.

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She was put into a Kaskaskia River, leaving an Kaskaskia. Northern Illinois “May the filthy spot on convent, and the Indian island. The island has been University, in the “Illinois which your altars stand be was lashed to some logs flooded several times, the Scrapbook” also states that destroyed. May your and sent down the river. latest in 1993. Graves were it was a priest who cursed crops be failures and He then said the curse, washed away. Some human Kaskaskia. your homes be dilapi- much the same as the remains were moved to Here is that story: dated. May your dead one the priest uttered. where the state park is now A bishop concerned about be disturbed in their The story states that the located. the people’s laxity in reli- graves, and may your father and daughter died Today, few people reside gious concerns sent a priest land become a feed- within a year of the on ground that was Illinois’ to Kaskaskia to renew the ing place for curse. Jean Bernard first capital. area’s moral and religious fishes,” the priest was supposedly This information was provided by beliefs. allegedly said. killed in a duel, and the Randolph County Genealogical The priest was an extreme, Another version is the daughter died in Society. harsh man and very strict about a love story gone the convent. The illustration shows with his demands. It was wrong. at Kaskaskia about 1735. In one story, All of the stories Algonquin Indian Bevor or said that his ideals became Supposedly, a wealthy fur (Another story says they ar- the Indian was an agree that a man was sent unbearable to the residents trader named Jean Bernard, rived in 1689.) Maria fell in Algonquin. In another story down the river and, while Ampakay tied to logs float- of Kaskaskia, and they re- his wife, and beautiful love with an Indian, and her he was chief of the floating away, put the curse ing down the river. By Troy taliated by sending the priest daughter Maria, 10, arrived father objected. Kaskaskias. on Kaskaskia. Brant for the County Journal. Old Steeleville area happenings Some old newspapers re- Cotton Mathis, the two col- Frank Hight for county cently came to the County lided. judge. Journal’s attention. The Randolph County Fair Hight ran an ad giving For the older folks, see if in Sparta featured what was his side after the Randolph you remember any of these billed as a world champion- County Bar Association ran newsworthy events. ship television wrestling ads opposing him. card. From July 11, 1952 The first bout would fea- From July 8, 1966 A large crowd had at- ture the Great Balbo against Myers Department Store tended the Steeleville July Billy Goelz. in Percy was advertising a 4 picnic and parade. World Heavy Weight going out of business sale. The grand prize for the Champion Lou Thesz was Prices were to be reduced raffle was a 1952 Chevrolet. also on the card. further later in the week. It went to Gus Smith of They were also going to Chester. From November 2, 1962 have a drawing to give Drilling for oil ended on The newspapers were away a television set and a the Charles DePew farm filled with election advertis- cash prize of $50. Trede Produce near Rock Castle. They ing. The store was originally This is a photograph of Trede Produce in Steeleville, also known as the Cackle were loading up their The Randolph County operated by Dave and Lee House. The business, which sold seed, feed, small animals and other needs for a equipment with plans to Democrat election ballot in- Brown of Percy and had rural community, was located where Dave’s Food Center parking lot is today. The move to the Rockwood area cluded Carl Becker for been a part of the Percy photo was taken August 6, 1954 and shows masons putting a brick façade on the and drill some more. county judge, Jim Holloway business community for building. Koeneman Construction did the work. The building was owned by Herman Joe Boyd of Sparta, an for state representative, many years. Trede of Steeleville and Sig Lindner of Loveland, Colorado. Bob Garner of Ellis Grove employee of a road district, Dick Hartman for county Joost Market in Steeleville operated the business. was standing on a huge clerk, Mox Wolter for sher- advertised Maxwell House road grader tire when the iff, Vince Birchler for coffee for 69 cents a can tire suddenly blew up. He county superintendent of and hamburger at three Friday & Saturday was hurled into the air, and schools, Herschel Williams pounds for $1.29. when he came back down, for county treasurer and At Randolph Locker, cus- 2-Day Cheese Sale Feb. 22 & 23 he landed on an ankle. Louis Gwin for county com- tomers could buy a side of His ankle was sprained, missioner. “good” beef for 55 cents a Colby • Marble • Pepper Jack but he had no broken bones. The only ads seen for Re- pound. In a local softball game, publicans were Clyde Brick • Farmers • Muenster Peace Lutheran Church “Chippy” Hamilton for 6 Lb. Chunk catcher Tug Salger suffered county clerk, Gale Williams $ 59 Deli Price $3.99 Lb. Lb. a minor head injury when, for state representative CHEESE 2 while trying to protect (58th District), R.C. Mac home plate from a sliding Kalbitz for sheriff and Smoked Cheddar • Smoked Swiss Greek Yogurt Smoked Habanero Cheese 2.5 Lb. Chunk $ 69 $ 99 When Gilster bought CHEESE Deli Price $4.39 Lb. 3 Lb. 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Regional Manager Sean Those who filed are Mark said Williams. “Since I board didn’t want to talk “It’s an eyesore,” said Barnes was at the post of- Prange and Billy Williams. couldn’t burn it because of about all the possibilities, Prange. “I wonder if it fice last Wednesday to make For both, this is their first the drought last summer, just about David Rednour,” needs to be condemned.” the announcement. Only try at public office. they gave me another said Prange. “I have no per- On the bright side, Prange one person from the town Right now the police chief ticket, calling the tree de- sonal problem with Red- said he is glad to see some showed up for it. is the hot issue in the town. bris.” nour, but I’m not sure he is remodeling taking place on Mark Prange Barnes said the Willisville At the meeting last week, Williams said the tree the right man for the job. an old house along the post office will go to re- the board voted to hire ticket was thrown out of Why didn’t they advertise highway. duced hours April 6. The David Rednour at $40,000 court. for the position to see that “We have a lot of nice-look- new hours for window ser- a year salary. That decision “They should have just they got the best man for ing places,” said Prange. vice will be Monday is turning out to be very talked to me about that,” the job?” He also said he would like through Friday from 1 to 5 controversial. Williams said. “The mayor Prange said the real ques- to see Percy develop a tax p.m. and Saturday from Williams, 40, is a Percy and police need to work tion is whether or not the increment financing dis- 7:30 to 9:45 a.m. native and a former salvage with the people rather than town can afford it. trict. Willisville is going the yard manager. He is unem- just write tickets.” “Last month they had to “Other towns are making way of Percy, Campbell Hill ployed. Williams says the town borrow money from the fire money at it,” said Prange. and Cutler post offices that “I want to straighten out board needs to get more in- department fund to meet “Percy should at least look have changed to morning what is not right,” said Wil- volved in what is going on the payroll,” Prange said. at it.” hours only. Campbell Hill’s liams. “They are spending in town. “And why does Percy need Prange said when he was hours are Monday through money where it doesn’t need “If I am elected, I will have two police cars?” circulating a petition to run Friday from 7:30 to 11:30 to be spent—like buying an open-door policy,” said Prange says he also wants for the board, people asked a.m. and Saturday from two cop cars.” Williams. to work on getting a conve- him to run for mayor, and 7:30 to 9:30 for the window. Williams says a town He has a cell phone and nience store back in Percy. when Yates decided not to Hours for the Ava and Steel- board member put lights in says if elected, he will make “Casey’s is in smaller run, he changed his candi- eville post offices will not one of the police cars, and that number public. towns than Percy,” said dacy from the board to change, Barnes said. the job should have been Prange is 51 years old and Prange. “I will try to court mayor. He said Willisville postal done by a technician. a retired Menard Correc- some business to take a look Three people will be Billy Williams patrons will have 24-hour On the subject of police, tional Center guard lieuten- at us.” elected to the town board. Aldridge is an incumbent. access to the post office Williams says the town ant. He sees the old grocery Candidates are Clyde Williams has previously boxes after some security can’t afford to pay $40,000 Prange has lived in Percy, store building as Percy’s Sternberg, Brian Aldridge, served on the board. changes are made to the a year for a police chief. except for a few months in next cleanup nightmare. Daryl Wittenborn, Jeff Debbie Sternberg is unop- building. “We need a police pres- Steeleville, since he was five “No one knows what’s go- Welty, Clarence Williams posed for clerk, and Rhonda Barnes said the post office ence,” Williams said. “Red- years old. He talked about ing to happen to it,” said and write-in candidate Smith is the only candidate is reducing hours as a cost- nour has done some good the police department issue. Prange. “It is something the Camilla Naile. for treasurer. cutting measure. work, but half of the resi- “Why the urgency?” asked dents in Percy don’t make Prange. “They felt like they that much money.” had to do something now. Williams said he person- They should have put it off ally likes Rednour, but he to look for the money. Why doesn’t agree with the sal- not continue with part-time ary, which might mean cut- police? That seems to have Want To SAVE MONEY ting maintenance chief worked out well.” Mark Hartman’s insurance Prange said he talked to benefits. 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Select Energy, had told the cacy program. 61,000 will have to consoli- Last Friday, the commis- commissioners that by ap- “This program works with date with another regional sioners approved the agree- proving the contract with the children who are crime vic- office. The state school su- ment with Select after re- company, Select can begin tims,” Walker said. “They perintendent will consoli- ceiving no other proposals. working on some of the pre- will conduct interviews with date any offices falling below Select Energy also repre- liminary parts of the electric the children in a non-intimi- the threshold that has not sents numerous other coun- negotiating process. dating environment. In a re- voluntarily joined another ties and cities in the area. In other notes, State’s Attor- cent case involving a child region by June 30. Voters in unincorporated ney Jeremy Walker asked to victim, the only reason a Davis said the Randolph- areas of the county will be go into closed session to dis- conviction was reached was Monroe office serves just voting in April on whether cuss litigation. After return- because of the taped inter- over 64,000 and will not or not they want to change ing to open session, Walker view with the child that had have to consolidate. their electricity supplier. announced that he is still been conducted by the advo- Sheriff Mike Hoelscher an- Currently, most customers working on the terms of a cacy center.” nounced that his depart- receive their electricity from lawsuit between the county All three of the commis- ment has three surplus ve- Ameren Illinois. If the ref- and former Assistant State’s sioners agreed that adding hicles it will soon take bids erendum passes, Select En- Attorney Michael Burke. an additional fee to criminal on. He said the minimum bid ergy will begin negotiating Walker said he could not re- offenses would be a good price and other details will with a number of other elec- lease any details on terms at way to raise revenue for the be announced to the public tricity suppliers to find the this point but would release program. They balked at in the near future. cheapest rate. Customers the full terms once the settle- adding the fee to most traf- Bill Rabe was appointed to would still receive their ment has been reached. fic offenses. Walker agreed, the Memorial Hospital Board monthly bills from Ameren, Walker also told the com- noting that a standard of Directors. Rabe will fill the and Ameren would still bill missioners that there has speeding ticket already costs vacancy created by the death them for electricity delivery, been ongoing discussion to over $100. of Shelby Lawder. but the portion on the add a $5 to $30 fee on all Most minor misdemeanor Davis was appointed as tru- customer’s electricity would criminal fines and possibly criminal cases are currently ant officer for Randolph be billed by the company se- on traffic fines. The addi- assessed a fee of $197. County. He takes over for lected. tional money would be used Randolph-Monroe Re- former regional school Su- Nick Hill, who represents to help fund the child advo- gional schools Superinten- perintendent Marc Kiehna. State treasurer cutting his own budget 3 percent Illinois State Treasurer revenue fund operations Rutherford said he has at- Dan Rutherford said he is budget. I have combined job tained significant results being proactive by cutting Takes several responsibilities, thus result- with a reduced budget, not- by 3 percent his office’s ing in a need for fewer em- ing that the state’s portfo- general revenue budget for steps to save ployees. I am continuing to lio has stayed secure while Trico homecoming the upcoming fiscal year. cut expenses.” earning interest at industry Trico High School held its homecoming February 16. The reduction follows office expenses Having served as state standard rates. During the night, the new queen of the school was similar action last fiscal treasurer for two years, “When people ask me named. She is Lauren Hoyt, the daughter of Brian and year when he self-imposed pension costs are eating Rutherford said he has been about the problems we face Jina Hoyt of Ava. She is holding a gift from the senior a 2 percent cut in his op- away at the state’s ability to able to decrease his office’s in Illinois, I tell them to class and a basketball from the varsity basketball team. erations budget. fund even essential services budget by reorganizing ex- keep the faith–this situation Since Rutherford took of- such as education, public isting staff, downsizing the can be reversed,” he said. fice, he said these cuts will safety and care for some of vehicle fleet, funding fewer “These are tight financial Daylight time coming soon result in an overall the most vulnerable in our state-paid mobile tele- times for everyone, and I treasurer’s office budget society,” Rutherford said. phones, closing satellite of- am going to streamline and It’s not long until the clocks ahead one hour on that has not been seen since “As a 15-year private sector fices, reducing land-line manage my taxpayer bud- United States returns to Sunday, March 10, starting 1999. businessman, I have identi- telephones and purchasing get with less, just like many Daylight Savings Time. at 2 a.m. “Illinois government fi- fied common sense ways to commodities in bulk to get have had to do in their own This year, we will turn our Remember the date. nances are dire. 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www.holzhauers.com 127 618-327-8264 Carbondale Page 14 County Journal February 21, 2013 C JJ SPORTS By Greg Myers www.countyjournalsports.com Red Bud falls to Pioneers advance N’ville in sectional to regional finals With two nights of boys Marissa-Coulterville fell championship basketball regional play in behind big early and the books, the Trico Pio- couldn’t recover in a season- neers have advanced to the ending loss to New Athens With a 44-17 loss to regional championship with 58-38 February 19 in the first Nashville February 14 in a win over Murphysboro, the Dupo 2A Sectional round of the Valmeyer 1A while Red Bud and Marissa- Regional. championship, the best Lady Musketeers Coulterville both suffered The Meteors trailed 23-9 season in Red Bud Lady first round defeats. Musketeer basketball his- finish season in the first quarter and 39- Trico 53 23 at halftime. tory came to an end. Murphysboro 43 Lucas Baird and Austin Red Bud was outscored with school Trico overcame a slow in every quarter, includ- Place each scored 10 points start to pull away from Mur- to lead Marissa. ing 21-7 in the first half. record for wins physboro in the second half With the loss, the Mete- “We knew it would be a for a 53-43 win February 19 challenge facing Nash- ors’ season finishes with a in the Murphysboro 2A Re- record of 4-22. ville,” said Red Bud coach Pfeiffer. “We went further gional semifinals. Du Quoin 53 Janelle Pfeiffer. “I think than any other team in The Pioneers led 15-10 af- Red Bud 48 Nashville’s physicality re- school history, and we ter the first quarter and 21- Du Quoin rallied from an ally got to us. You have to played in the champion- 20 at the break. eight-point halftime deficit give them credit. We only ship game of every tour- In the second half, the Pio- to top Red Bud 53-48 Febru- scored 17 points, and we nament we were in. This neers outscored the Red ary 18 in the first round of had to work hard for ev- team had talent, but more Devils 16-10 and 16-13 for the the Sparta 2A Regional. ery point.” importantly, became a 10-point win. The Musketeers led 30-22 Ali Ringering led the family. This group was George Kuhlman led Trico at the break but were out- Lady Musketeers with 12 special. We will be losing with 17 points, and Blaine scored 17-8 and 14-10 in the points, making four of her some important players LePere added 12. second half. team’s five field goals in to graduation, but we also With the win, Pioneers Daulton Beltz scored 18 the game. return two starters, in- improved to 18-11 on the sea- points to pace the Indians. With the loss, Red Bud cluding Ali, who will son and advanced to the re- Josh Snyder led Red Bud finished with a record of probably be the best gional title game to take on with 21 points, and Caleb 18-11, a program record player in the conference the Wednesday night winner Grohmann added 15. for wins in a season. next season. We will have Red Bud junior Ali Ringering (1) goes in for a basket in of Chester vs. Carterville. With the loss, the Muske- “Overall, it was a really a good core to build the Lady Musketeers’ loss to Nashville Thursday night. New Athens 58 teers wrapped up the season good year for us,” added around.” Photo by Gina Phegley Marissa-Coulterville 38 with a record of 4-26. Warriors earn share of conference title The so-called experts picked Steeleville to fin- ish third in the Cahokia Conference Kaskaskia Di- vision this season. The Warriors proved them wrong with a 68-57 win over New Athens to earn a share of the conference title with the Yellowjack- ets February 15. “We were able to handle New Athens’ pres- sure and take care of the basketball,” said Steel- eville coach Bryce Bainter. “It was a great win for our seniors to go out on. This is something they can be proud of and look back on.” The Warriors had just seven turnovers in the game, compared to 16 for New Athens. Steeleville got off to a fast start and never trailed in the game. Darin Winkelman scored 10 points in the opening quarter and led the War- riors to a 16-9 advantage. Steeleville was 7-of-13 from the floor and forced the Yellowjackets into five turnovers in the first quarter. The Warriors opened up the second quarter with a 6-2 run to push their lead up to 11 points, 22-11. However, New Ath- ens battled back, scoring Steeleville senior Darin Winkelman (43) fires up a on six of its last eight pos- shot in the Warriors’ win over New Athens Friday Chester senior Link Cushman attacks the basket in the Yellow Jackets’ loss to sessions of the half to cut night. Goreville Saturday night. Steeleville’s lead to five points, 27-22. added seven points, while “Darin has a will to win, Steeleville’s shooting Reid Wilson had five to and he didn’t want to lose Chester loses battle for Black Diamond title cooled off in the second give their team a 47-35 tonight,” said Bainter. “I frame, making just 5-of-13 lead heading into the am proud of his determi- Size matters. shots. Winkelman added fourth quarter. nation and his focus on The trio of 6’4 starting five points in the quarter, The Yellowjackets winning. This was a good players for Goreville and A.J. Jeffers tossed in made four 3-pointers in momentum builder for us made life tough for four. For New Athens, the final frame, but it was as we head into the post Chester February 16. Goreville clinches Black Tyler Meyer and Blake not enough, as the War- season.” The Blackcats clinched Ragland each had five riors made 19-of-29 free Jeffers had 20 points in the outright Black Dia- Diamond West title outright points. throws over the final the win, and Wilson mond West title with a New Athens went on an eight minutes to seal the added 11. perfect 12-0 record with early 5-2 run in the third win. Jeffers scored 10 Ragland led New Ath- the 69-51 win. with a perfect 12-0 record quarter to cut points from the line in ens with 19 points, and Chester hoped to earn Steeleville’s advantage to the fourth to pace Steel- Meyer added 16. a share of the title, but two points, 29-27. Steel- eville. Both New Athens and Goreville jumped out to with the 69-51 win eville responded with a 9- Winkelman finished Steeleville finished con- a big lead early and 0 run to take back control with a game-high 27 ference play with identi- never let Chester gain of the game. Winkelman points. cal 9-1 records. any momentum in the 18-point loss. share the conference 37 lead heading into the High school boys basketball roundup “Goreville’s length title. We attacked the fourth quarter. Kyle gave us a lot of trouble,” rim and used our length Landon led Chester said Chester coach Brad to challenge every shot. with five third quarter Panthers defeat short-handed Bulldogs, 66-46 Norman. “They were We knew Chester would points. Pinckneyville 66 able to get out to our have a big crowd and Using an 8-2 run to Sparta 46 shooters quickly and make some kind of run, start the fourth quarter, Playing without leading Chester earns 10th conference win they recovered very fast, but we wouldn’t let that the Blackcats sealed scorer Aaron Rushing, as well. We just couldn’t big run happen.” the win. Goreville out- who was out with the flu, match their athleticism Chester seemed to scored Chester 18-14 in Sparta was no match for scored the Devils 25-23 in three-point shots to hand tonight. We couldn’t get calm down in the sec- the frame. Lochhead Pinckneyville in a 66-46 the second half. Marissa-Coulterville a 56- off to the right start. ond quarter but tossed in eight fourth loss February 15. Caleb Arbeiter led Ches- 37 defeat February 15 in Once we calmed down, Goreville’s defense was quarter points to finish The Panthers outscored ter with 15 points. Chris the regular season finale we were OK. We were still too much. The with a team-high 20. the Bulldogs 28-14 in the Schwartz added 12, and for both schools. just too far behind. They Blackcats blocked six Landon added 11 second half to pull away Jake Lochhead finished The Meteors led 11-7 af- are a tough program, shots and held Chester points, and Chris with the 20-point win. with 10. ter the first quarter but and they are playing to just 5-of-18 from the Schwartz finished with Pinckneyville led 38-32 at Carlyle 69 were outscored in each of pretty well right now.” floor. Russell scored 10. the half. Red Bud 45 the remaining three quar- Goreville’s defense nine points to finish the For Goreville, Russell Dylan Hardin scored a Matt Hilmes scored 37 ters, including 28-7 in the forced Chester into five first half with 20 points. ended the game with 24 game-high 28 points for points to lead Carlyle to a second. early turnovers, and the Goreville outscored points, while Kyefer Pinckneyville. Luke Miller convincing 69-45 win over Brandon Conway led Blackcats capitalized on Chester 18-17 in the Cavins tossed in 11. added 14 points in the Red Bud February 15. Marissa with 10 points, those mistakes by run- frame for a 40-27 lead at Zeke Snell (6’4) fin- win. The Musketeers trailed while Lucas Baird added ning out to a 17-4 lead. the break. Jake Loch- ished the game with Phil Lockhart led Sparta 18-16 at the end of the first nine. J.T. Russell (6’4) led the head led Chester with nine points and 10 with 26 points. quarter and 35-24 at the Trico 76 Blackcats with 11 six points in the quar- blocked shots. Alex Chester 51 half. Red Bud was out- Elverado 33 points, as Goreville led ter. Andros (6’4) added Sesser-Valier 48 scored 34-21 in the second Trico finished up regu- 22-10 after one quarter Chester’s poor shoot- eight in the win. Chester notched its 10th half. lar season play in style of play. Russell nailed ing continued in the “Even though we lost, conference win of the sea- Josh Snyder led the with a 76-33 win over Elv- three 3-pointers in that third quarter, as the I think this game will son February 15 with a 51- Musketeers with 20 erado February 15. first frame. squad made just 3-of-12 make us better for the 48 victory over Sesser-Va- points. Trico improved to 17-11 “The kids were ready shots and couldn’t upcoming regional,” lier. Valmeyer 56 overall and finished con- to play,” said Goreville mount much of a rally. said Norman. “I think The Yellow Jackets led Marissa-Coulterville 37 ference play with a record coach Todd Tripp. “They Goreville outscored the we are going to be more 26-25 at halftime and out- Valmeyer made 8-of-19 of 7-5. were in no mood to Jackets 11-10 for a 51- prepared.” February 21, 2013 County Journal Page 15 Bowling NWTF Hunting standings Heritage banquet set To help celebrate the funding to support com- 40th anniversary of the munity activities for National Wild Turkey scholarships, youth ac- Federation, the Ran- tivities and shooting edu- Steeleville dolph County Cutters cation programs. and Strutters will be The banquet begins Tuesday Early Men hosting their third an- with a social hour and River City Auto 40 10 nual Hunting Heritage will include raffles and a Gateway FS 35.5 14.5 KT’s Roadhouse 32 18 banquet Saturday, March silent and verbal auction. Miller Lite 29.5 20.5 23 at St. John’s Catholic A Browning high power Victors Pharmacy 23 27 Social Center in Red 9mm, a Ruger LP9 9mm, Farm Bureau 16.5 33.5 Bud. a Mossberg NATO 5.56 Pistol City 11.5 38.5 Doors open at 4:30 p.m., and a Mossberg tactical High Team Single Game dinner will be served at 6. .22 will be given away to Victors Pharmacy 1348 Funds raised from the commemorate the anni- High Team Series banquet are directed versary. Miller Lite 3839 through the NWTF Hunt- The Randolph County High Ind. Game ing Heritage fund to sup- Cutters and Strutters Brian Fricke 278 port many projects committee suggests get- throughout Illinois for ting tickets prior to Feb- High Ind. Series the wild turkey and other ruary 28 to be eligible for Brian Fricke 724 habitat species. a shot gun drawing. In addition to support- For more information, ing habitat, local NWTF contact Wayne Sutterer Wednesday Night Ladies chapters can apply for at 282-3790. Hillside Crashettes 39 17 Rozier’s Girls 34 22 Stephens Trucking 33 23 Oddballs 33 23 Vasquez Farms 26 30 Three Springs 26 30 United Iron Workers 21 35 High Team Game Rozier’s Girls 837 High Team Series Vasquez Farms 2391 High Ind. Game Jr. Red Raiders win tournament Marty Gendron 238 The Sparta Jr. Red Raiders took first place in a tournament February 16 at Sparta High Ind. Series Lincoln Middle school. Six teams participated. The championship team shown Marty Gendron 549 from left in the front row are Exavier Williams, Sydney Rheinecker, Brayden Henry and Damarion Williams. In the back row are Cameron Gasser, Justin Brown, Ethan Willis and Tyler Brown. The team is coached by Ricky Douglas, Thursday Early Benitez Brown and Michael Merideth. 1st Natl. Bank 47 28 Pistol City 46.5 28.5 Peace Lutheran 46.5 28.5 WOW Designs 42 33 B&B Const. 40 35 Mevert Auto 38.5 36.5 Chester Eagles 36.5 38.5 Strokerz Saloon 32.5 42.5 Border Notrh 25 50 Hillside Auto Body 20.5 54.5 High Team Single Game 1st National Bank 1276 High Team Series 1st National Bank 3774 Wine starts season strong High Ind. Game Former Marissa-Coulterville standout pitcher Cale Cale Young 300 Wine and his University of Louisiana Monroe High Ind. Series teammates started the 2013 season February15 by Cale Young 766 beating Wake Forest University 9-0. Wine threw 6.2 innings of shutout ball, striking out five and walking none to pick up the win. Sparta County Journal RALPH’S SMALL ENGINE REPAIR Your #1 source for high HUSTLER • TORO • ECHO Tuesday Ladies school regional Star Lanes 37.5 25.5 INGERSOLL • ARIENS • GRAVELY 4 On The Floor 34 29 Senior Lady Musketeers basketball coverage 568-1707 • Hwy. 51 South • Elkville Bowletts 30.5 32.5 The Red Bud High School senior girl basketball players were honored prior to Sometimers 23 40 their 55-35 victory over New Athens. Pictured from the left are Jenny Oakley, High Game Grace Richards, Becky Koopman, coach Janelle Pfeiffer, Emily Harms and Alyssa Rita Spanley 171 Becker. Photo by Gina Phegley Linda Foster 171 High Series Weekly Linda Foster 494 SPECIALS Tuesday Men Country Co. 43.5 22.5 PRICES GOOD THRU SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23 Star Lanes 34 32 WHILE SUPPLIES LAST Pallbearers 34 32 Jerry’s Kids 33 33 $ 99 6 LB. Sparta Auto 32 34 New York Strip ...... Reaper Crew 31.5 34.5 $ 49 State Farm 28 38 Cube Steak...... 3 LB. Rare Turkeys 28 38 $ 59 HighGame Minute Steak ...... 3 LB. 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Thursday Mixed Haury Plumbing 43 26 Hollyhockers 40 29 Pin Action 33 36 Them Again! 32 37 1505 N. Market • Northtown Center • Sparta • 443-3900 Young Guns 32 37 Senior night for Pinckneyville wrestling program MONDAY-FRIDAY 8AM-7PM • SATURDAY 9AM-6PM Gutter Gals 27 42 The Pinckneyville High School wrestling team took part in its final home match High Game of the season January 30 against Carterville. Michael Jones, son of Glenn and Georiga Fagerland 204 Dale Luthy 221 Gloria Jones, and manager Elizabeth Barnes, daughter of William and Bernadette High Series Barnes, were recognized for their contributions to the team. Jane Chapman 521 Photo by Dan Herbst Dale Luthy 602 Affordable Auto Insurance Friday Mixed Star Lanes 46.5 19.5 For People That Other Don’t Have A Clue 31.5 34.5 3 Chiks n1 Dude 26.5 39.5 The Rookies 24.5 41.5 Companies Don’t Insure. High Games Danny Byrd 258 • Accidents • Uninsured High Series Jim McKinley 619 • Conviction • Speeding

Junior League • Careless • Impaired Strike Ops 10 2 Strike Squad 7 5 • Suspension • New Driver All Time Strikers 7 5 Fearsome Foursome 6 6 Daddy’s Girls & A Dude 66 Call Tim Joiner or Wednesday Shute. 4 Amigos 5 7 King Pins 4 8 The Attackers 2 10 Pinckneyville Lady Panther seniors Hometown High Games The Pinckneyville High School Lady Panthers recognized their seniors at the Insurance Agency James Ryan 196 final home game against Sparta January 31. The three seniors playing in their Charlie Cunningham 165 final home game are Heather Simpson, daughter of Rob and Tina Simpson, Dani 160 West Broadway • Sparta Andy Cunningham 161 Drew Knope 152 Schoenbacher, daughter of Kevin and Kerri Schoenbacher, and Heather Brittany Watt 153 McDaniel, daughter of Mark and Ruth McDaniel. Their final game in Thomas 443-3002443-3002 e-mail: [email protected] Alaina Fett 129 Gym was a decisive victory over the Sparta Lady Bulldogs. Photo by Dan Herbst countyjournalsports.com Page 16 County Journal February 21, 2013 CJJ SOCIETY

handed and right-footed. on Iwo Jima. February 23, Registration for students But on to better topics. 1954: first children receive who will be entering kinder- vansville We attended the Fat Sat- Polio vaccine. February 24, garten in August at EAC S’ville senior site E urday dinner at St. Mary’s 1836: Alamo defenders call should register February 21 Activities WEDNESDAY: Chicken, Catholic Church in Ellis for help. February 24, 1868: from 3 to 7 p.m. or Febru- dressing, seasoned green NEWS February 125-28 Grove Saturday for a great President Andrew Johnson ary 22 from 8 to noon. Par- beans, hot rolls, cranberry By Eloise Kueker, 853-4016 MONDAY: Bingo at 10. Ex- meal and saw many won- is impeached. February 24, ents need to bring a certi- sauce, pumpkin pie. ercise at 11. Chat With Wese derful friends. Sunday, Don 1991: Golf War ground of- fied copy of the student’s THURSDAY: Beef roast, au TUESDAY: Movie at 9. Med- Well, I had a new experi- and I attended the chili din- fensive begins. birth certificate, social se- gratin potatoes, lettuce eri blood pressure check. ence this past week. I was ner at the Ellis Grove fire A benefit for the rebuild- curity number and proof of salad, tropical fruit. WEDNESDAY: Bingo at 10. involved in an auto acci- house. It was a fund raiser ing of the overlook pavilion immunizations. Milk, tea, coffee and Exercise at 11. dent. I chipped a bone in for the benefit of rebuilding at Ft. Kaskaskia will be held February 21 the Eagles wheat bread are served with THURSDAY: Relax with my right foot. the Ft. Kaskaskia Historic March 2 from 6 to10 p.m. at will host the teams from each meal. Max at 9:30. Now I am wearing a lovely overlook pavilion. It Grace Church in Chester. Prairie Trinity beginning at Our hours are 8:30 to 2 FRIDAY: Mederi bingo at shoe called a boot on my seemed to me the dinner Music will be by provided 4 p.m. p.m. Monday through Fri- 10. February birthdays. right foot. Hopefully, this was well attended. And by National open fiddle The girls took fourth out day, except holidays. For bit of apparel will not be once again we enjoyed a de- champion George Portz and of eight teams at the St. Menu more information or to around very long. It is awk- licious meal. his Friends of Bluegrass, Mary’s tournament. Con- MONDAY: Polish sausage, make a reservation, please ward to walk in because it There is another fund Charlie and the Girls, Mis- gratulations to players and sauerkraut, steamed broc- call 965-3134 ext. 5. Reser- has a higher sole than a raiser coming soon for the sissippi Mudd Puppies coaches. coli, mashed potatoes, fruit vations are appreciated by regular shoe, so I feel like pavilion. It sounds like Cajun Band, The Gordons, Evansville Enterprise cocktail. 9:30 a.m. on the day you one leg is longer than the some good music for a Brenda Cook, Matt February 16, 1934 TUESDAY: Goulash, spin- wish to eat with us. We other. It is also longer than small fee. Check out the de- McElroy, Worthington Surveying began on the ach salad, baked beans, would love to have you; we a regular shoe, so I keep hit- tails below. Family Bluegrass Band and oil road to the Schuwerk apricots. like making new friends. ting things with it. This Week in History Quinton Hick and Friends. law office. It will be graded The good news is that February 21, 1792: George There is a $10 donation, and fixed up. mom and I neither one were Washington signs the and children 10 and under Mike Gross, fruit farmer Marriages licenses seriously hurt. It is just an Postal Service Act. Febru- are free. and insurance agent, was in inconvenience. There is no ary 21,1948: NASCAR is Kettle beef dinners and the vicinity of Cobden talk- FOR RANDOLPH let J. Davis, both of Camp- way I can drive with the founded. February 21, 1885: desserts will be available ing to owners of orchards to COUNTY bell Hill boot on, and since it is on Washington Monument is beginning at 4:30 p.m. learn more about taking David A. Brown to Nina C. Daniel Robert Bollmann my right foot, there goes dedicated. February 21, This event is sponsored by care of an orchard. Lvaretto, both of Sparta to Lindsay Rae Cash, both any driving for a while. 1972: Nixon visits China. the Ft. Kaskaskia Historic A son was born to Mr. and Nathaniel W. Abell to Vio- of Sparta Someone suggested I drive February 22, 1980: U.S. Site and Randolph county Mrs. Raymond Laufer. Mr. with my left foot. No way. hockey team makes the Historic Society. and Mrs. William Kern My left side does not do Miracle on Ice. February 22, For more information, were blessed with the birth very well. I have to walk up 1959: Lee Petty wins the contact George Portz at 632- of a son, and a son was born Quality Jewelry At Affordable Prices steps leading with my right first Daytona 500. February 1384 or Emily Lyons at 826- to Mr. and Mrs. Herman 23, 1945: U.S. Flag is raised 2667. Pautler. foot. I am very much right- WE BUY Lobster that day were ruary 17 were Genavie oulterville Genavie McKinley, her son McKinley and Wyatt Wood- SAVE GOLD C Jack Bayers and Gen’s sis- side. Attending the nursery wanwick ter Ruth Groth. was Julie Jackson. Pastor S The Coulterville VFW La- Stark’s message was Re- NEWS dies Auxiliary met Monday ally? 50% Village By Diana Cole, 758-2880 evening at 7. President Sue The evening service was Wells resigned. The new cancelled due to the ordina- ALL ITEMS Condolences to the family president is Linda Foster. tion of the new pastor at Jewelers of Virginia Vancil, who There will be a fish fry at Grace Church in Carbon- STOREWIDE died Tuesday, February 12, the VFW February 22 from dale. Jonathan Cowan will Check Out Our Zuni Native American Jewelry 2013. She was born Janu- 4 to 7 p.m. be our guest speaker next ary 13, 1934 to Anton and Sunday guests at the Sunday. 802 S. Washington St. • Du Quoin • 542-6611 Mary Albrecht in Coulter- home of David and Diana There are morning and Tuesday-Friday 10am-5pm • Layaway Available Unitl 2/28/13 ville. She will be sadly Cole were Nicole and Elodie evening sign-up sheets on missed by her family and Stewart, Terie Brewer, the back table. Sign your friends. Amanda Schroeder, Gabri- name on your time prefer- Boyd—Froemling David and Diana Cole elle Moniger, Jacki Witten- ence. Please put a star by Rebecca Boyd and Jona- went to Red Lobster in Fair- born and Jade and Penny your name if you have a than Froemling of Camp- view Heights for Valen- Keller. specific time preference. Guess Who bell Hill announce their tine’s Day lunch and shop- Greeters at Grandcote Movie night is February engagement. ping. Also dining at Red Presbyterian Church Feb- 24 at 6. Will Be Rebecca is the daughter of Clyde and Sheryl Boyd 80 Years Old of Sparta and Gina and Sparta senior citizen center Feb. 27, 2013? Larry Cometto of Coulter- Activities Some activities are sub- sprouts, strawberries, ba- ville. She is a graduate of ject to change. nanas, pineapple. February 25-28 Coulterville High School THURSDAY: Pork chop, MONDAY: Exercise at Menu Call Or Send and John A. Logan College mushroom gravy, whipped 10:30. Bingo at 12:30. Elaine MONDAY: Polish sausage, with a cosmetology degree. potatoes, cabbage and car- She is a hair stylist/owner Hargis card club. whipped potatoes, sauer- rots, applesauce. of Southern Shears in TUESDAY: Bingo at 12:30. kraut or butter beans, cake, CHARLEY Suggested donations are Campbell Hill. Art class at 1. bread. A Card (Steeleville) Jonathan is the son of WEDNESDAY: Exercise at TUESDAY: Lemon pepper congregate $3.50 and home Allen and Vickie Dagner of 10:30. chicken, baked beans, po- delivery $3.75. Once seniors To Wish Him A Ava. He is a graduate of THURSDAY: Chorus at tato salad, cherry crisp. are served, anyone who Happy Birthday! Trico High School and has 10:15. Bingo at 12:30. Cho- WEDNESDAY: Meatloaf, au would like to purchase a a bachelor’s degree in ad- rus to Coulterville at 2. gratin potatoes, Brussels meal, without drink, $5. vanced technical studies and an associate’s in con- struction management Chester senior site activities, menu from SIU. He is owner/con- Activities Meals served at 11:30 a.m. often. Card Of Thanks struction worker for Please call 826-5108 by 9 a.m. Suggested donation for Froemling Building and February 25-28 We would like to express our sincere thanks and MONDAY: Lucky 7 day. the day you wish to eat with congregate meal $3.75, some appreciation to all of the friends and family Concrete Services Inc. us. Support your site, visit delivered meal $4. The couple is planning an TUESDAY: Shop Walmart in who sent flowers, memorials, cards & food and for the April 13, 2013 wedding. the morning. Cal’s knife phone calls & kind words at the loss of our loved one. sharpening. WEDNESDAY: Nickel bingo A special thanks to the staff at Three Springs Nursing after lunch. Open House For Home for the care they gave Melvin during his stay, to the Baby born THURSDAY: Quilting at 8:30. nurses and staff at Chester Memorial Hospital for their Shop Rozier’s in the a.m. Red John & Sylvia care & kindness, to Dr. Krieg for his care, to the WELCA Castens Bud Home Care presenta- ladies at Peace Lutheran Church for serving the funeral David and tion by Stephane at 11. Shockley dinner, to the Steeleville American Legion for the memorial Melissa Menu th service, to the Chester American Legion & VFW Color Castens are MONDAY: Cheeseburger, 50 Guard for the graveside service and to the staff of proud to an- lettuce, tomato, lima beans, Wilson’s Funeral Home for their assistance and care. nounce the sweet potato fries, fruit crisp. Anniversary birth of a TUESDAY: Ham and beans, And an extra special thank you to Pastor S. Blake Duncan daughter. Carly cornbread, tator tots, slaw, for his prayers, visits and the lovely service. Castens Sunday, February 24 Carly Ann applesauce, pudding. God bless all of you. Your thoughtfulness Castens was At 1pm WEDNESDAY: BBQ pork and kindness will always be remembered. born at 9:23 a.m. Tuesday, steak, baked sweet potato, Sparta Eagles February 5, 2013 at St. baked beans, peaches, cookie. 112 East Main St. The family of Elizabeth’s Hospital in THURSDAY: Roast beef, Belleville. She weighed 7 gravy, whipped potatoes, Melvin Wilson pounds 8 ounces and was creamed corn, gelatin/fruit. 19.5 inches long. Maternal grandparents are Tom and Myla Ashley of Sparta. Maternal great- In Loving Memory Of grandmother is Alberta Sternberg of Chester. Bernadine doctor faster at Avista. Paternal grandparents are Janet Castens of Steeleville Eggemeyer Carter and the late Gary Castens. Jan. 19, 1942 - Feb. 22, 2000 Why Wait? Carly joins siblings Seth, A wonderful and beautiful mother See an emergency doctor Drake, Sydney, Caleb and who is sadly missed every Austin. day by her daughter, Chris faster at Pinckneyville (Christine Carter Hern) Community Hospital. Sparta hospital Card Of Thanks The family of gift shop Mary Alice Dockery would like to thank everyone for the calls, cards, volunteers prayers, flowers and visits. We are very grateful to February 22: Judy Crain Dr. Russell Coulter, the staffs at Randolph County and Marcine Wolter Care Center & Passages Hospice, Pastor Scott February 23: Anna and the members of First United Methodist We’re Here For You... Always! Church, Rev. Bud Bennett and the Bulliner Pinckneyville • Staffed with a physician 24/7. February 25: Lena Wiggins staff at McDaniel’s Funeral Home. and Donna Bannister A special thank you to Kay Community • Non-urgent and emergency care February 26: Paulette Ash- for the endless hours that you gave. services provided around the clock. brook and Alene Holloway Hospital We will be forever grateful to everyone. • ER Registered Nurses have received February 27: Donna Bat- 101 N. Walnut St., Pinckneyville advanced training in Cardiac Life son and Janet Rickenberg Sue Morrison, Charles Dockery (618) 357-2187 Support, Pediatric Life Support and February 28: Doris Arnold & families and Shirley Reimer www.pvillehosp.org Trauma Care. February 21, 2013 County Journal Page 17 CJJ OBITUARIES ETHEL L. ROMA LEE ANNA SUE NIEDERBRACH BROWN SCHIRMER Ethel L. Niederbrach, Roma Lee Brown, 90, of Anna Sue Schirmer, 83, 93, of Campbell Hill, died Columbia, Illinois, for- of Chester, died at 11:53 at 2:44 p.m. Thursday, Feb- merly of Murphysboro, a.m. Sunday, February 10, ruary 14, 2013 at Rehab died Tuesday, February 2013 at Memorial Hospital RANDOLPH and Care Center in Mur- 12, 2013 at St. Anthony’s in Chester. MONUMENT WORKS physboro. Hospital in St. Louis. Funeral services were Since 1900 She was a homemaker Graveside services were held at 2 p.m. Saturday, and a member of St. Peter Samantha Davis, held at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb- February 16, 2013 at Manager Lutheran Church in ruary 15, 2013 at Ava Ev- Pechacek-McClure Fu- Campbell Hill. ergreen Cemetery with neral Home in Chester 701 W. Broadway She was born in Perry Rev. Blu Berner officiat- with Rev. Peter Ill officiat- STEELEVILLE County, Illinois October (618) 965-3333 23, 1919 to Thomas Allen ing. ing. Burial was in St. John and Maggie Elizabeth Wilson’s Funeral Home Lutheran Cemetery in MONUMENT SALES Schwebel Armstrong. ANTHONY W. in Ava was in charge of Chester. She married Theodore “TONY” KORANDO arrangements. Memorials may be made CEMETERY LETTERING MACY S. H. Niederbrach November Anthony W. “Tony” Memorials may be made to St. John Lutheran WESTMORELAND CUSTOM DESIGNS OUR SPECIALTY 3, 1945 in Campbell Hill. Korando, 58, of New to the Kidney Foundation. School in Chester. Macy S. Westmoreland, He preceded her in death Baden, formerly of Ches- Sign the guest book at Sign the guest book at We Guarantee All 10 months, of Perryville, Monuments & Workmanship August 13, 1978. ter, died at 10:09 p.m. Mon- wilsonsfuneralhome.net. pmfh.net. Missouri, died Saturday, She is survived by one day, February 18, 2013 at February 16, 2013 at St. daughter Mary Ann (Da- Clinton Manor in New Louis Children’s Hospital vid) Korando of Jacob; Baden. in St. Louis. four grandchildren Orval He was employed by She was born March 22, (Staci) Rowe, Lisa (Paul) Community Link in 2012 in Bentonville, Ar- Allison, Laura (Andrew) Breese. He enjoyed hunt- kansas to Kevin and Mifflin and Charles (Le- ing, fishing and horseback Ashley Westmoreland. riding. He was also a mem- 0F'DQLHO·V$QQLYHUVDU\6DOH slie) Korando; 12 great- She is survived by her grandchildren Julie (Za- ber of the Knights of Co- parents; maternal grand- chary) Cason, Nicole, lumbus. parents Stan and Cheri 

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STEELEVILLE ROCKWOOD STEELEVILLE AVA 4 Bedroom Large 2 Story 3 Bedroom, 3 Bedroom Home On 3 Bath On Brick Building Large Lot Home On Large Shaded With Many With New Large Yard With Old Updates And Pole Building Corner Lot. Time Charm. Great Location. $169,900 $40,000 $73,000 $129,000

HOMES FOR SALE On 61 Acres, Some Tillable. Price WILLIAMSON COUNTY: LAKE fice Space. $89,500. STEELEVILLE: 1 1/2 Story 3 Bed- w/ Home & 8 Acres. Reduced FRONT LOTS - Individual Lots Avail- • Established & Successful Restau- room Home, Basement, 1 1/2 Car $244,900. Clay Fuhrhop (Managing Broker/Owner) able, Only 12 Miles From Marion. RE- rant. $198,000. Detached Garage. $47,000. • 2 Bed Home, Large Lot w/Large DUCED $12,500-$25,000. PERCY: Convenience Store, Ready • 4 Bed, 2 Bath Home, Large Lot. Garage. $53,500. 299 Fuhrhop Road • Ava • 426-3982 • 230 Acres, Excellent Waterfowl To Open. Reduced $250,000. Building On Corner Lot. $148,000. • 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car Attached To All Clients: Ask Your Realtor For MLS! Hunting, 150 Acre Lake. $1,650/ WALSH: • 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car Garage & Full Garage And Basement On 15 Acres. We Offer Egyptian MLS And Southwestern Illinois Regional MLS! Acre. $57,000. Basement On Large Lot. $149,900. $245,000. • 175 Acres Pasture Ground, Fenced SPARTA: Excellent Retail Building w/Over 6000 Sq. Ft. And 2100 Sq. Ft • 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home On Large MURPHYSBORO: 3 Bed, 2 Bath Lot w/City Water. In The Country But Water And Insulated & Heated Pole On 150 Acre Lake. $1,650/Acre. Building For Shop Or Storage. Lot With Workshop. $90,000. On Large Lot w/Great Deck And Still Close To Town. Reduced Building. $180,000. AVA: 61.5 Part Tillable, Part Large Workshop. Reduced Wooded, On Good Road. $209,200. $319,000. • 2 Bedroom Home With Large Fam- $74,900. • 5 Bed, 3 Bath Home w/Big Fenced- • Large Commercial Building With ily Room And 2 Car Garage. $95,000. $172,500. • 2 Bedroom Updated Home Ready In Yard. $87,700. • Home Building Sites, City Water & • • 2 Bed, 2 Bath Home With 2 Car Sewer Available, Up To $5,000 Re- Over 17,500 sq. ft. On Over 2 Acres SPARTA: 2 Bed, 2 Bath Home, To move In To. $64,900. • 3 Bed Home On Large Lot In Coun- With Good Road Frontage. CALL. Partial Finished Basement, 2 Car Garage On Large Lot. $124,900. • Mobile Home On Nice Lot Ready try w/City Water. Reduced $74,900. bate Available On Lot Purchase. Call CUTLER: Convenience Store And Carport. Reduced $48,000. WILLISVILLE: 2 Bed Home, Re- To Move In To. $29,000. ROCKWOOD: 3 Bed Home On 45 For More Info. $10,000. Gas Station, Great Location, Ready • 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 1 Car Garage. modeled, 3 Lots, 2 Car Detached MARISSA: 2 Story Home, 4 Bed Acres, Pasture, Tillable, Hunting. Re- CHESTER: 8 Acres, Good Bulding To Go. $235,000. Reduced $34,900. Carport. Reduced $25,900. On Corner Lot, Large Pole Barn. duced $210,000. Site. $32,000. • Office Or Retail Space. $79,000. • 2 Bed On Nice Corner Lot. $26,500. • 3 Bed, 1 Bath Home On Large Lot. Reduced $64,900. JACOB: 3 Bed w/Full Basement PINCKNEYVILLE: 15 Acres, Large Building With Of- PERCY: 3 bedroom, 2 Bath On $48,000. COULTERVILLE: 3 Bed, 2 Bath On Large Lot w/Large Outbuildings. Good Hunting And Home Site. Re- ELKVILLE: fices And Large Auditorium. Large Lot With Full Basement And • Nice Remodeled 3 Bed Home On Home On Large Lot. Move In Ready. Reduced $95,000. duced $54,000. $100,000. Out Buildings. $47,000. Large Lot. Reduced $50,000. $70,000. EVANSVILLE: 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath WILLISVILLE: Nice, Large Corner 3 Apartment Home • 3 bedroom, 2 Bath Home On Large • 2 Bed, 1 Bath, 1 1/2 Car Detached CHESTER: 3 Bed, 1 Bath On Extra Home With Full Basement. Move In Lot. $12,000. STEELEVILLE: w/ Good Rental Income. Could Also Lot. $89,900. Garage Reduced $57,000. Large Lot w/Full Basement,Ready to Ready. $74,000. • Large Corner Lot. $8,500. • 2-3 Bedroom Home On 2 Acres • 3 Bed, 2 Bath On 2 1/2 Lots. Move Into. $95,000. Be Used As Single Family Home. With 2 Car Garage. $185,000. $69,000. $90,000. • 2 Bed Home w/Nice Basement On LAND FOR SALE AVA: 3 Bed, 2 Bath w/Fenced Yard. • 3 Bedroom Home With 24x30 Pole • Large Workshop In Great Condi- Nice Lot. Excellent Shape, Ready SPARTA: 17 Wooded Acres, Great COMMERCIAL $41,750. Building On Large Lot. $34,900. tion With Lots Of Road Frontage. To Move Into. $79,900. Home Site, City Water Available. CHESTER: Great Commercial Lo- • New 3 Bed Home w/Pole Building DU QUOIN: 4 Bed Home On Large $85,000. • • 2 Bed Home On 5 Acres w/City $119,900. cation w/Large Pole Building & Of- Note: Some Lots Are Broker Owned. Call For Information. E-Mail [email protected] Sam Shaw ...... (618) 559-1056 For An Easy Search & Complete List Of So. Ill. Properties Go To Our Web Page John Halstead ...... (618) 521-8898 EQUAL HOUSING Jeff Phillips ...... (618) 790-4455 OPPORTUNITY REALTOR® Pat Willard ...... (618) 443-8928 tri-county-realty.com February 21, 2013 County Journal Page 19 Sparta school board plans summer roof work for Evansville building The Evansville grade The projects were pre- for Westminster’s food pan- board approved the resigna- school will see some major sented by architect Todd try. tion of Jennifer Wynn as a work take place this sum- Jones of FGM Architects. High school Principal high school teacher at the mer. He said bids could be opened Scott Beckley said the end of this school session. At Monday night’s Sparta March 12 with work to start WYSE team was third in its Judi Horrel was hired as school board meeting, it in June and be concluded by conference, and the wres- a part-time speech lan- was agreed to seek bids to the first of August. tling team won its confer- guage pathologist for the replace some of the roof, Following the closed ses- ence. rest of this school year. including insulation and sion, the board voted to ap- Beckley also reported on a Lauren Buch was ap- guttering, along with three prove a new three-year con- meeting held with the proved as assistant softball gas furnaces and two unit tract for Superintendent coaches and athletic direc- coach at the high school. ventilators. Larry Beattie. It calls for tor to discuss allowing dis- It was agreed that 12 NEED ROCK? The estimated cost to re- Beattie to be paid $105,158 trict students to participate Evansville archery students place the roofs on the class- each year. in two sports at the same could take part in the state room wing, front addition Beattie is in his fourth time. That has not been the tournament March 23 in ROCK • DIRT • SAND and early childhood area, year as the top administra- recent practice. Springfield. 11,360 square feet, is esti- tor in the Sparta school dis- Beckley said the coaches’ The board approved a mo- mated at $170,000. If any trict. primary concern was com- tion to abate the working LIME • TOP SOIL money is left over, alter- In administrative reports, munication among coaches. cash fund and permanently nates would be to replace primary Principal Dennis Of those attending the transfer $900,000 from the gym canopy roof and Hall said about 160 adults meeting, five voted for the that fund to the education Quality Service & add soffit around the eaves. took part in a recent two- dual sports program and 19 fund, making up a fund The estimate to replace the day school luncheon and against it. Of the varsity deficit. Prompt Delivery! furnaces and ventilators is book fair. coaches, two said yes and The board agreed to seek $35,025 plus administra- It was reported that Lin- seven voted no. bids for its liability insur- ance. Tailgate Spread tion and design fees. coln students raised $1,600 In personnel matters, the STEELEVILLE In Tilden, Shelton challenges Keeton STONE, INC. By Jeff Blair that he would like to see with the success we have A Tilden village board completed before leaving had over the past few years, Terry & Misty Conway, Owners/Operators member is challenging in- Shelton won’t office. I still believe even better cumbent Don Keeton for the “We were able to secure days are ahead.” mayor’s seat. grant money to make some Keeton said he would like 965-9050 Keeton will face Tony answer any improvements to our water to get in one more term so Shelton in the April 9 mu- and sewer system,” Keeton he can see the current nicipal elections. questions or said. “We were also able to projects completed and to When asked about his purchase our own sewer get a few other projects un- goals and reason for chal- make any machine to allow us to der way. OPEN HOUSE lenging Keeton, Shelton maintain the system on our “I will continue to do the best said he would not issue any own. We have purchased a job I can in serving the citi- statements. comments backhoe so we don’t have to zens of Tilden,” he added. Saturday, February 23 • Noon - 2pm “I have always maintained hire someone to do the dig- Three village trustees will be a policy of not making any ging when we have a water elected for four years and one comments when I have run called Tilden home for more or sewer line break.” for a two-year term. for the board in past years,” than 50 years, and Keeton Keeton said his main goal Candidates for the four- he said. “I’m not going to says he wouldn’t want to is to ensure that the village year seats include incum- make any comments in this live anyplace else. provides quality service to bents Earl Dorf, Roy Dean election.” As far as his desire to seek the citizens at a reasonable Mahan and Charles Dykes, Keeton, 74, is seeking his another term as mayor, price. with challengers Gail Roth- fifth term as mayor. In ad- Keeton said while a lot of “We also try to be fair and well, Ronnie Chandler, Ken- dition, he served 16 years progress has been made competitive in what we pay ny Farrar and Conley Pim. as a village board member. over the past few years, village employees,” he said. Don Etling is the only can- Keeton and wife June have there are still some projects “While I couldn’t be happier didate for the two-year seat. Sparta church will 505 W. Broadway, Sparta $59,900 4 Bedroom • Hardwood Floors host health awareness The Marion Veterans Ad- February 25 and continue Large Kitchen • Covered Porch • Big Yard ministration office is join- each Monday through April ing with the Sparta First 1. Sessions will be from 6 Sharon United Methodist Church to to 8 p.m. at the church lo- host a six-part series on cated at 600 West Univer- Blackwell diet and exercise education sity Street. Broker/Realtor® called MOVE Toward a For more information, call (618) 443-8297 Healthier You. Loran Morris at 615-6501 The program will begin or email lluehr@ gmail.com. www.sharonblackwell.com Professional Real Estate Each office is independently owned and operated

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 20TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT Rural health center RANDOLPH COUNTY-CHESTER, ILLINOIS. BANK OF AMERICA, N.A PLAINTIFF VS awards Pinckneyville DAVID HAMILTON AKA DAVID W. HAMILTON; PAMELA HAMILTON AKA PAMELA R. HAMILTON; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; DEFENDANTS Pinckneyville hospital CEO Tom Hudgins accepts an 12 CH 14 honorable mention award from Lynn Klein, president Community Hospital 429 WEST GERMAN STREET CHESTER, IL 62233 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER of the Illinois Critical Access Hospital Network. Pinckneyville Community ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT Hospital received one of 12 TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a honorable mentions from Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause the National Rural Health on December 27, 2012, JUDGE in RANDOLPH County, Illinois, will on April 4, 2013, Honorable in RANDOLPH COUNTY COURTHOUSE, CHESTER, IL, at 9:30 AM, sell at public Resource Center for dem- auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following onstrating excellence and described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of RANDOLPH, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said innovation in the area of mention Judgment: quality. TAX NO. 18-068-006-00 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 429 WEST GERMAN STREET CHESTER, IL 62233 Pat Schou, executive di- Description of Improvements: SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH DETACHED 2 CAR rector of the Illinois Critical presented in GARAGE. The Judgment amount was $75,298.02. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; Access Hospital Network balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is nominated the hospital for subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied Springfield against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any work done by Kara Jo representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The Carson, chief finance of- sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the ficer, in developing finan- purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will cial indicators that were NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court Complete CNA training file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ part of a scorecard devel- Four local students recently completed the nine-week expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the oped by ICAHN. The indica- isfaction report program subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at certified nurse aide training program at Beck Area tors assist hospitals in com- and have high quality the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal Career Center. From left are Brittany Sloan of fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). paring their performance marks in the program. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO Evansville, Amanda Johnson of Red Bud, Daesha Ruby REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF of Percy, Jessica Curten of Chester and instructor RN against their peers. The award was presented POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS Pinckneyville hospital to Tom Hudgins, hospital MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at Melody Prather. Johnson, Curten and Sloan also http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, received scholarships from the Raymond and Adeline had to be an active partici- CEO, at the annual member Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372- pant in the national hospi- meeting of the network in 2060. Please refer to file #PA1039995 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide Rusteberg Scholarship Fund. The next CNA class at additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. Beck is scheduled to begin April 2. For more information tal compare and patient sat- Springfield February 12. I509054 call 473-2222. BusinessBusinessBusinessBusiness DirectoryDirectoryDirectoryDirectory

AUTO PARTS/SERVICE HEATING/COOLING INSURANCE Holder Agency, Inc. FROEMLING Heartland Agent For TIRE & SUPPLY Heating & Cooling Township Mutual Ins. Co. SPARTA 1089 Tanner Rd. Jason Brown Carolyn J. Holder, Agent 9112 E. Springview Road • Baldwin AVA (618) 826-HEAT Fax: Ph: (618) 785-2653 785-2617 426-3661 Email: [email protected]

ELECTRICIAN PROPANE Mardi Gras The Red Bud Regional Hospital Senior Circle celebrated Mardi Gras February 12 in KEN HALL WILLIAMS the hospital auditorium. Members paraded through the hospital cafeteria and care Electric, Inc. A/C & Heating, Inc. center, dancing to traditional Mardi Gras music and throwing beads to staff and Residential • Farm • Commercial residents. Afterwards, they enjoyed New Orleans-style cuisine. Shown clockwise starting from the left are LeRoy Stamm, Verna Levery, Marge Abell, Marie Bertram, EMERGENCY SERVICE AVAILABLE 502 W. SHAWNEETOWN TRAIL STEELEVILLE 443-4358 • SPARTA C. John Prigge, Greene Gibson, Loretta Buss, Margaret Hanebutt and Roland (618) 443-3013 965-2040 Phone Toll Free Hanebutt. after hours (618) 443-2934 Service Agreements 1-800-477-4358 1101 E. Pine ~ PO Box 369 ~ Percy Your #1 Local News Leader County Journal 618-497-8272 County Journal • Percy • 497-8272 Page 20 County Journal February 21, 2013 CJJ CLASSIFIEDS FOR SALE FOR RENT REAL ESTATE LIVESTOCK STATE OF ILLINOIS Act" as if that definition were incorporated IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE herein. TWENTIETH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT (B) "Controlled Substance" shall have the RANDOLPH COUNTY meaning ascribed to it in Section 102 of the FOR SALE: Built-Mor Build- INCOME BASED APART- COULTERVILLE CARE, INC., ings. Save with winter MENTS!! 1 & 2 bedroom COUNTRY HOME FOR "Illinois Controlled Substance Act" as if that prices! 24x40, $8,095; 30x50, income based apartments SALE: Rockwood area, Trico a/k/a Coulterville Care Center, definition were incorporated herein. $11,495; 36x64, $18,895; with W/D hookups. Located School District, newly remod- FRUITLAND Plaintiff, (C) "Drug Paraphernalia" shall mean all 48x80, $30,995. Erected, in AVA, Illinois! For more eled inside and out, 3 bed, 2 vs. choice of colors. 732-8704 or information contact Terra bath home with full base- IVESTOCK ALES equipment, products and materials of any kind 237-0792 or go to builtmor Properties, 800-736-8669. ment, attached 2-car garage, L S ALLEN EMERY, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND which are peculiar to and/or marketed for use in buildings.com. EOE. secluded location. Will sell 7505 U.S. Highway 61 NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, planting, propagating, cultivating, growing, w/up to 5 acres. $185,000. Call ...... 0-x-x ...... 0-x-x Defendants. harvesting, manufacturing, compounding, CONSTRUCTION PARTS: INCOME BASED APART- 559-9881 Jackson, MO 63755 Used construction parts for MENTS!! 1 & 2 bedroom ...... 0-x-x No. 13-CH-15 converting, producing, processing, preparing, all makes of dozers, loaders, income based apartments HOUSE FOR SALE IN 573-243-4255 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE testing, analyzing, packaging, repackaging, graders, excavators, etc. Fast, available in Pinckneyville! MARISSA: Fixer upper with Cattle Every Tuesday The requisite Affidavit for Publication having For an application call Terra a good start. New roof, storing, containing, concealing, injecting, efficient service. Two loca- 12:30pm been filed, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN YOU, tions: Chartrand Equipment Properties, 800-736-8669 or furnace and air conditioner. ingesting, inhaling or otherwise introducing Co., Red Bud 618-282-2585 & visit www.terraproperties .com No renters! $19,000. 975-5295. ALLEN EMERY, ALL UNKNOWN OWNERS into the human body cannabis or a controlled Ellis Grove 618-853-2314. EOE...... 1-2-28B MONTHLY FEATURES AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants ...... 0-x-x HOUSE FOR SALE: Country substance in violation of the "Cannabis Control Email us at: [email protected]. 3rd Friday - 10:00am in the above entitled suit, that said suit has been Act" or the "Illinois Controlled Substances Act." ...... 0-x-x FOR RENT: 3 bedroom living, 3 bedroom, 2 full bath, double wide in mobile home 1 acre land, completely Sheep & Goats commenced in the Circuit Court of Randolph It includes but is not limited to: FOR SALE FIREWOOD: remodeled inside and out. Seasoned oak and hickory. park in Sparta. Call Ronnie 4th Tuesday - 11:00am County by said Plaintiff against you and other (1) Kits peculiar to and/or marketed for use in Johnson. 443-3325. Outside Steeleville. 618-210- Pigs Delivery available. 618-318- ...... 0-x-xB 9020. Defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a manufacturing, compounding, converting, 1679. APARTMENT FOR RENT: ...... 1-2-28 certain Judgment Lien conveying the premises ...... 1-2-28B Neal Franke, Manager producing, processing or preparing cannabis or 2 bedroom, 1 bath in Steele- FOR SALE: 3 bedroom, 2 bath described as follows: to-wit: FOR SALE, BED: Queen house for sale with basement, 573-382-0003 a controlled substance; ville. Water & trash included. Situated in and being a part of the Northeast pillowtop mattress set/NEW- $400/month, $400 deposit. new roof, furnace, etc. Steve Preusser 573-833-6432 (2) Isomerization devices peculiar to and in plastic. $175. Can deliver. Located on North Garfield, Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 11, 559-9881. Ken Carney, Auctioneer marketed for use in increasing the potency of 618-772-2710...... 0-x-x Steeleville. Call 618-791-4558. Township 5 South, Range 6 West of the Third ...... 1-3-21B 573-568-2353 any species of plant which is cannabis or a FOR RENT IN SPARTA: 2&3 ...... EOW Principal Meridian, Randolph County, Illinois. bedroom mobile homes in FOR SALE BY OWNER: One Joe McMurtry 618-443-2435 controlled substance; park. Also mobile home lots story house with brick front Beginning at an old stone at the Northeast corner (3) Testing equipment peculiar to and ALLIGATOR MUSIC in park. Private mobile home and 2 car attached garage at of the Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter marketed for private home use in identifying or ON BROADWAY • SPARTA lots for sale. Call Ronnie 215 Ben Street in Chester, IL. Johnson. 443-3325. Located on corner lot of great of Section 11, Township 5 South, Range 6 West of in analyzing the strength, effectiveness or Ukuleles In Stock ...... 0-x-x neighborhood. There are 3 the Third Principal Meridian, Randolph County, purity of cannabis or controlled substances; Of All Colors HOUSE FOR RENT: 3-4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths on main Illinois; thence Southerly along the East line of (4) Dilutents and adulterant peculiar to and bedroom, 2 bath, basement floor. Hardwood floors said Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter, And Sizes and garage in Chester. $675 throughout kitchen, living marketed for cutting cannabis or a controlled deposit/rent, no smoking or area, hall and master 820.32 feet to an old iron pin on the Northerly line substance by private persons; pets. 618-853-4080. bedroom. Ceramic tile in of the Missouri and Illinois Railroad; thence (5) Objects peculiar to and/or marketed for use ...... 0-x-x bathrooms. Full basement; FOR RENT: School House half newly remodeled. Well- Southwesterly with a deflection angle of 62º05’50” in ingesting, inhaling, or otherwise introducing Music Lessons Apartment in Willisville. 2 maintained landscaping, along said Northerly line of the Missouri and cannabis, cocaine, hashish, or hashish oil into Available bedroom, 1 bath, country pergola over back porch, shed Illinois Railroad, 193.30 feet to an iron pin; thence the human body including, where applicable, setting, 10 minutes from in back yard. Roof, fiberglass Northwesterly with a deflection angle of 618-443-5051 Steeleville. Ask about our columns and seamless gutters the following items. move-in special. 559-3525. installed in the last 5 years. 89º57’00”, 1018.27 feet to an iron pin on the North (a) water pipes; FOR SALE ...... 0-x-xB Asking price $145,000. Please line of said Northeast Quarter of the Northwest (b) carburetion tubes and devices; SPARTA—FOR RENT: 1 & 2 call with questions 615-2398. Quarter; thence Easterly with a deflection angle bedroom apartments. Call Viewing by appointment (c) smoking and carburetion masks; The County Journal of 116º57’10” along said North line, 648.24 feet to AG 443-8305. only. Home available June 497-8272 (d) miniature cocaine spoons and cocaine vials; $ 50 ...... 0-x-x 2013. the point of beginning; AND SUBJECT to an (e) carburetor pipes 3 PER FOR RENT: 2 bedroom ...... 1-3-7 existing public road over the Northerly 15 feet LIME TON apartment in Chester, newly (f) electric pipes remodeled in quiet neighbor- thereof; EXCEPTING THEREFROM that part (g) air-driven pipes; hood. $510/mo, includes trash LEGAL NOTICES recorded January 18, 1990 in Book 364 at Page (h) chillums; SCRAP ROCK pickup, stove, refrigerator, 486, Recorder’s Office, Randolph County, Illinois, washer/dryer on site, no (i) bongs $ 50 We smoking, no pets, 3 person from Allen L. Emery and Linda F. Emery, (j) ice pipes or chillers; PER max. Call or text Laurie York Grantors to David A. Willman and Megan L. TON Load! STATE OF ILLINOIS (6) Any item whose purpose, as announced or 4 559-1625. Willman, Grantees...... O-x-x IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE described by the seller is for use in violation of ALSO - TOP SOIL, Subject to all exceptions, reservations, FOR RENT: Large 1-bedroom TWENTIETH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT this act. ROCK & SAND apartment in Steeleville, easements, covenants and restrictions of record, RANDOLPH COUNTY 26-13-2 POSSESSION OF CANNABIS OR credit check, no pets, non- or as would be determined by a physical WE DELIVER! smoking, stove and refrig- FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF SPARTA, CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE. It shall be inspection of the premises or a survey thereof. erator furnished. Call 965- A banking corporation, unlawful for any person to use, possess, 3538. Leave message. PIN: 06-015-004-50 (618)604-6914 Plaintiff, distribute or deliver any cannabis or controlled ...... 0-x-x Commonly known as 10560 County Club Road, vs. substance as defined in this subchapter. FOR RENT: Nice 2 bedroom Illinois, 62286, and for other relief; that Summons mobile homes in Steeleville DAVID S. WILLIAMS, 26-13-3 POSSESSION OF DRUG APPLIANCES was duly issued out of said Court against you as mobile home park. Central UNKNOWN OWNERS and PARAPHERNALIA. air, water, sewer and trash provided by law, and that said suit is now pending. NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, (A) A person who knowingly possesses an FOR SALE: Refrigerators, included. Starting at $400 a NOW THEREFORE, unless you, the above ranges, washers, dryers, freez- month. No pets. 573-721-5710. Defendants item of drug paraphernalia with the intent to named Defendants, file your Answer to the ers, propane stoves. Guar- ...... 0-x-x No. 13-CH-19 use it in ingesting, inhaling or otherwise anteed. Tilley’s Used Appli- FOR RENT: Nice 2-story Complaint in this suit, or otherwise make your NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE introducing cannabis or a controlled substance ances, 518 E. Park St., Du house in Tilden with large appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of Quoin, 618-521-4477 or 618- yard, 4 bedroom, 1.5 bath, all The requisite Affidavit for Publication having in to the human body, or in preparing cannabis the Circuit Court of Randolph County, Randolph 542-6810 remodeled, no smoking, no been filed, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN YOU, or a controlled substance for that use, is guilty ...... 1-2-28B pets, 534-2855 or 587-2851. County Courthouse, Chester, Illinois, on or before DAVID S. WILLIAMS, ALL UNKNOWN OWNERS of violation of this Article...... 0-2-21B the 11th day of March, 2013, default may be entered FOR RENT IN PERCY: Nice AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants (B) In determining intent under Subsection against you at any time after that day, and a AUTOMOBILES 2 bedroom home on corner in the above entitled suit, that said suit has been (A) the trier of fact may take into consideration lot. No smoking or animals Judgment of Foreclosure entered in accordance commenced in the Circuit Court of Randolph the proximity of the cannabis or a controlled FOR SALE: 2008 Chrysler of any kind on premises. NO with the prayer of said Complaint. EXCEPTIONS. Deposit and County by said Plaintiff against you and other substance on the drug paraphernalia. Town & Country Touring The following information applies to the Mini Van. WP Chrysler references required. 618-497- Defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a 26-13-4 EXEMPTIONS 2641. foreclosure proceedings: Edition Leather, Navigation, certain Mortgage conveying the premises (A) Items marketed for use in the preparation, ...... 0-x-x (i)The name of all Plaintiffs and the case number Back Up Camera, 2 TVs, FOR RENT: 1 Bedroom described as follows: to-wit: compounding, packaging, labeling, or other DVD, Automatic Doors, are identified above. upstairs apartment. Washer, Beginning at a point at the Northeast corner of use of cannabis or controlled substance as an Stow And Go, 81,000 Miles. dryer, trash & water. No pets. (ii)The Court in which the action was brought is $13,800. 618-559-9967. Mrs. Ann Wilson’s Lot, heretofore deeded out of incident to lawful research, teaching, or 618-965-3118. identified above...... 0-x-x ...... 0-2-28 the East Half of the Northeast Quarter of the chemical analysis and not for sale. (iii)The name of the title holder of record is: FOR RENT OR SALE IN Northeast Quarter of Section 29 in Township 4 (B) Items marketed for, or historically and SELL Your Car, Truck, Van, SPARTA: 3 bedroom, 1 bath Allen Emery South, Range 6 West of the Third Principal customarily used in connection with, the Etc. On Consignment home with utility room. Also An identification of the Judgment lien sought available, 2 bedroom, 1 bath Meridian, Randolph County, Illinois; thence planting, propagating, cultivating, growing, to be foreclosed is as follows: 2003 GRAND PRIX home with kitchen/dining, running East 135 feet; thence South 156 feet; harvesting, manufacturing, compounding, living room, office, utility Name of original debtor: Allen Emery GT, 4 DR., thence West 135 feet; thence North 156 feet to converting, producing, processing, preparing, 30 MPG, LOADED, room and 2nd family room Name of lien holder: Coulterville Care, Inc., a/ that could be used as a 3rd the place of beginning. testing, analyzing, packaging, repackaging, CLEAN. $3,950 k/a Coulterville Care Center bedroom. Call 618-317-5290. PIN: 05-030-013-00 storing, containing, concealing, injecting, ...... 1-2-21B Date of original Judgment: October 29, 2013 Auto Sales Commonly known as 9663 Starlight Lane, ingesting or inhaling of tobacco or any other HWY. 4 SOUTH • SPARTA • 443-4942 Date of recording of Memorandum of Judgment: Sparta, Randolph County, Illinois, and for other lawful substance. October 29, 2013 relief; that Summons was duly issued out of said Items exempt under this subsection include, GARAGE SALE County where recorded: Randolph STORAGE Court against you as provided by law, and that but are not limited to, garden hoes, rakes, Recording document identification: Document said suit is now pending. sickles, baggies, tobacco pipes and cigarette- No. 2012R04260. INSIDE MOVING SALE: NOW THEREFORE, unless you, the above rolling papers. Dated at Chester, Illinois, this 4th day of February 22, 8am-5pm, named Defendants, file your Answer to the (C) Items listed in Section 26-13-1 of this INSIDE February 23, 8am-5pm, February, A.D. 2013. Complaint in this suit, or otherwise make your Article which are marketed for decorative February 24, 1pm-6pm. /s/ Sherry L. Johnson STORAGE Queen size bedroom set, table appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of purposes, when such items have been rendered Clerk of the Circuit Clerk Cars, Trucks, Small and chairs, cabinets, big the Circuit Court of Randolph County, Randolph completely inoperable or incapable of being Boats, Motorcycles entertainment center, some Randolph County, Illinois County Courthouse, Chester, Illinois, on or before used for any illicit purpose prohibited by this and Miscellaneous antiques, tools, lots of misc. Alan R. Farris 1245 S. Minnie, Tilden. the 25th day of March, 2013, default may be Article. Call 618-317-2037 Attorney at Law ...... 1-2-21B entered against you at any time after that day, In determining whether or not a particular No. 03124299 Consignment and a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in item is exempt under this subsection, the trier 221 S. Market SERVICES Marjorie’s & Gift Cottage accordance with the prayer of said Complaint. of fact should consider, in addition to all other OFF HWY. 4 & SPRING HILL DRIVE P. O. Box 314 CAMPBELL HILL • 426-3359 The following information applies to the logically relevant factors, the following: NEED A BABYSITTER? Full- Sparta, IL 62286-0314 Coat & Windbreaker Clearance foreclosure proceedings: (1) The general, usual, customary, and time or part-time, all shifts Telephone: (618) 443-1947 and before and after school. NEW PLUS SIZE TOPS (i)The name of all Plaintiffs and the case historical use to which the item involved has Sweats $2 • Rag Rugs [email protected] 826-7066. number are identified above. been put; Quilts Marked & Set-Up ...... 0-2-21 ...... 1-3-7 Alterations (ii)The Court in which the action was brought (2) Expert evidence concerning the ordinary MON., FRI. & SAT. 8:30AM-NOON ~ WED. 8:30AM-4PM is identified above. or customary use of the item and the effect of The name of the title holder of record is: David any peculiarity in the design or engineering of WANTED ASSUMED NAME CUDJO’S S. Williams the device upon its functioning; CUDJO’S PUBLICATION NOTICE An identification of the mortgage sought to be (3) Any written instruction accompanying Public notice is hereby given that on February foreclosed is as follows: the delivery of the item concerning the purposes Electrical WANTED TO BUY: Mobile 1, 2013 a Certificate of Assumed Name was filed Names of original mortgagors: David S. or uses to which the item can or may be put; SERVICE homes in good condition. in the Office of Kevin Kern, County Clerk of 1978 or newer. Must have Williams (4) Any oral instructions provided by the seller Perry County, Illinois setting forth the names Residential Wiring central A/C. 573-721-5710. Name of mortgagee: The First National Bank of the item at the time and place of sale or ...... o-x-x and post office addresses of all the persons & Repair Service of Sparta commercial delivery; owning, conducting and transacting a business Room Additions Date of mortgage: June 10, 2002 (5) Any national or local advertising $ CASH FOR JUNK $ known as Ye Olde Woodcrafts which is located at Garages Date of recording: June 19, 2002 concerning the design, purpose or use of the Remodels 8461 E. Park Street Road. Cars • Trucks County where recorded: Randolph item involved and the entire context in which BOBBY NAPIER Dated February 1, 2013. Recording document identification:Book 661 such advertising occurs; Licensed & Insured Vans • SUVs Kevin Kern at Page 0036 as (6) The manner, place and circumstances in 1-Hour Pickup Perry County Clerk (618) 329-5343 Document No. 198470 which the item was displayed for sale, as well Call Today 618-317-7843 ...... 1-2-28 (618) 443-7757 Cell Dated at Chester, Illinois, this 13th day of as any item or items displayed for sale or February, A.D. 2013. otherwise exhibited upon the premises where /s/ Sherry L. Johnson the sale was made; PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE WANTED TO BUY Clerk of the Circuit Clerk (7) Whether the owner or anyone in control of PREMIER To Whom It May Concern: Randolph County, Illinois the object is a legitimate supplier of like or Public notice is hereby given to all persons in Alan R. Farris related items to the community such as a Randolph County, IL especially Steeleville #2 ROOFING ALUMINUM CANS Attorney at Law licensed distributor or dealer of tobacco Precinct that a public hearing will be held on Metal roofs No. 03124299 products; Aluminum Scrap March 14, 2013, at 7:30 P.M. in the Randolph that stand the 221 S. Market (8) The existence and scope of legitimate uses Batteries • Brass • Lead County Courthouse to consider a Variance P. O. Box 314 for the object in the community. test of time! Application to permit creation of a non- Copper • Radiators Sparta, IL 62286-0314 26-13-5 PENALTY. Any person or entity 19 Different Colors conforming tract from an existing non- Telephone: (618) 443-1947 violating this ordinance shall be subject to a Stainless Steel conforming tract within an agriculture district Several Rib Profiles [email protected] fine of not more than Seven Hundred Fifty located at 11483 Rabe Lane, Steeleville, in East ...... 0-3-7 Dollars ($750.00) plus court costs. Call Titus! SIDES METAL 1/2 of South 1/2 of Southwest 1/4 of Southeast 1/ Section 2. That this Ordinance shall be in full 4, Section 18, T6S-R5W. Said application was force and effect immediately upon its passage, 965-9272 RECYCLING submitted by Donald Lindenberg and is on file in approval and publication as provided by law. the Office of the Administrator. All interested Section 3. That all ordinances or any part of an Lic # 104.0163.29 Rte. 3 North • Chestereow Phone 826-5600 PUBLIC NOTICE persons are invited to attend said hearing and ordinance in conflict with a provision of this TREE TRIMMING ACTIVITIES IN PERCY AND be heard. ordinance are hereby repealed. Open Monday-Friday Randolph County PASSED by the President and board of 9am-5pm NEARBY AREAS TO THE PATRONS OF Zoning Board of Appeals Trustees of the Village of Coulterville, Illinois Saturday 8am-Noon AMEREN ILLINOIS: Trent Vasquez on February, 2013, and deposited and filed in If We Are In The Shop Area, Please be advised that Ameren Illinois will trim trees and other vegetation in and around Chairman the office of the Village Clerk of said Village on We May Not Hear The Phone. Please February 15, 2013 that date. Leave A Message Or Stop By & See Us. the town(s) of Percy, Illinois. Our qualified utility arborists will trim trees and vegetation ...... 0-2-21 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 GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 13-474 outages and safety hazards. There is no charge GENERAL ORDINANCE AMENDING T. W. Construction to you for this service. CHAPTER 26, OFFENSES; REVISED CODE OF ROOFING • REMODELING • DECKS • DRYWALL • SIDING If you have any questions about this work, ORDINANCES; VILLAGE OF COULTERVILLE, SEAMLESS GUTTERING • POLE BARNS • BARN REPAIRS please call 1-800-755-5000 or visit our website RANDOLPH COUNTY, ILLINOIS at MySafeTrees.com. You may address your ROOM ADDITIONS • NEW CONSTRUCTION • GARAGES • ETC. BE IT ORDAINED by the President and Board of concerns in the manner specified on our website. Trustees of the Village of Coulterville, Randolph FREE You may also call the Consumer Services Division County, Illinois as follows: Tom Wilhite of the Illinois Commerce Commission at 1-800- Section 1: That, Chapter 26, Offenses; Revised Carpenter Estimates 524-0795. Maps have been provided to the mayors Code of Ordinances, Village of Coulterville, and the county board chairpersons of the affected Illinois, be amended by adding the following: 308 Little Kinkaid Rd. • Ava 21st areas. "ARTICLE XIII - DRUG PARAPHERNALIA February (618) 426-9025 Sincerely, 26-13-1 DEFINITIONS Ameren Illinois Forestry Department (A) "Cannabis" shall have the meaning ascribed ...... 0-2-21 it in Section 3 of the "Illinois Cannabis Control ...... 0-2-21 February 21, 2013 County Journal Page 21

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE MINUTES EAST 104 FEET TO A POINT; THENCE to, office building, coal storage, collection ditches, TWENTIETH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT SOUTH 32 DEGREES 50 MINUTES WEST 124.5 roads, and carbon recovery operation within 100 HELP WANTED RANDOLPH COUNTY, ILLINOIS FEET TO A POINT ON THE SOUTHWEST LINE feet of the right of way line of Leopard Road. In the Matter of the Estate of OF SAID LOT 2; THENCE NORTHWEST, ALONG Any person who may be adversely affected by WILLARD EGGEMEYER THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT 2, 104.5 FEET the proposed mining operation within 100 feet of Deceased TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. EXCEPTING the right of way of Leopard Road may submit TRUCK DRIVER No. 13-P-12 COAL, OIL, GAS AND OTHER MINERALS comments or request a public hearing, in writing, CLAIM NOTICE EXCEPTED OR RESERVED IN PRIOR to the address listed below within 14 days Part-Time – Seasonal Work Notice is given of the death of Willard CONVEYANCES, IF ANY. SITUATED IN THE following this Public Notice. CDL Encouraged Eggemeyer of 511 South Randall Street, COUNTY OF RANDOLPH AND THE STATE OF The application is filed at the County Clerk’s Steeleville, Illinois, 62288. Letters of Office were ILLINOIS. Office, Perry County Courthouse, Pinckneyville, Apply In Person issued on February 1, 2013, to Kenneth J. Commonly known as 702 Main Street, Prairie IL and the Illinois Department of Natural Eggemeyer of 3668 Bodes Lane, Chester, Illinois du Rocher, IL 62277 Resources, Office of Mines & Minerals, Land Crop Production Services 62233, as Executor and whose attorney of record Permanent Index No.: 06-21-435-009 Reclamation Division, One Natural Resources is R. Jeffrey Kerkhover of Fisher, Kerkhover & and which said Mortgage was made by Nicky J. Way, Springfield, IL 62702-1271. 11300 State Rte. 4 • Marissa Coffey Law Office, 1300 1/2 Swanwick Street, Maddox Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Comments, objections or requests for informal (618) 587-7411 P.O. Box 191, Chester, Illinois, 62233-0191. Registration Systems, Inc., as Nominee for PHH conference or public hearing may be submitted Claims against the estate may be filed in the Mortgage Corp. as Mortgagee, and recorded in to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, office of the Clerk of the Circuit at the Randolph the office of the Recorder of Deeds of Randolph One Natural Resources Way, Springfield, IL 'MFYJCMF
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Jeffrey Kerkhover - #03127288 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Dated: FEBRUARY 19, 2013 FISHER, KERKHOVER & COFFEY LAW Bannockburn, IL 60015 according to Contract Documents prepared by Para-Professional OFFICE (847)291-1717 Ext: 4307 FGM Architects Inc., 475 Regency Park, Suite Attorney for Estate Attorney No: 6187452 200, to provide in-home support and training 1300 1/2 Swanwick Street THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT O’Fallon, Illinois 62269; phone 618.624.3364; of life skills, home management and P.O. Box 191 AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE fax 618.624.3369. parenting skills in the Sparta area (must Chester, IL 62233-0191 USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE PROJECT DESCRIPTION live in a 30-mile radius). Requires a high Telephone: (618) 826-5021 ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY Project consists of, but is not limited to, Roof school diploma/GED, reliable ...... 0-2-28 FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY Replacement and related work at Evansville transportation and clean driving record. A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN Attendance Center. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 20TH ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM TIME AND PLACE OF BID OPENING Please send resume to One Hope United JUDICIAL CIRCUIT STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO The Owner will receive sealed bids until 2:00 907 North Bluff Road, Ste. 9, RANDOLPH COUNTY-CHESTER, ILLINOIS. FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON p.m. local time, March 12, 2013 at the Office of Collinsville, IL 62234. EOE BANK OF AMERICA, N.A YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT the Superintendent, Sparta Community Unit PLAINTIFF TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL School District 140, 203 B Dean Avenue, Sparta, VS OBLIGATION. Illinois. DAVID HAMILTON AKA DAVID W. I509982 Bids received after stated time will not be HAMILTON; PAMELA HAMILTON AKA ...... 0-3-7 accepted and will be returned unopened. CURRICULUM PAMELA R. HAMILTON; UNKNOWN OWNERS Bids will be opened publicly and read aloud at AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; STATE OF ILLINOIS that time at the above address. DEFENDANTS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE PRE-BID CONFERENCE SPECIALIST 12 CH 14 TWENTIETH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT A Pre-Bid Conference for discussion of the 429 WEST GERMAN STREET CHESTER, IL RANDOLPH COUNTY bidding process and project documents will be The Monroe-Randolph Regional Office 62233 FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF SPARTA, held at 3:00 p.m. March 5, 2013. Meeting will be of Education is seeking applicants for a NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT A banking corporation, at the Multi-Purpose Room, Evansville part-time position for the coordination OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS Plaintiff, Attendance Center, 701 Oak Street, Evansville, and delivery of school improvement MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS MICHAEL T. SHANNON, MARILYN E. Illinois. This meeting is not mandatory but it is professional development activities in DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON SHANNON, UNKNOWN OWNERS and recommended that all prospective bidders visit all subjects areas with targeted focus A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, the site prior to bidding. on reading and math/science. Direct CONTRACT TYPE BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC Defendants responsibility will include the design, Bids will be based on a single lump sum NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a No. 13-CH-20 organization and delivery of workshops Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by construction contract. NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE and resources. Working knowledge of said Court in the above entitled cause on The requisite Affidavit for Publication having Bids shall include not less than the Prevailing Common Core Standards and Danielson’s December 27, 2012, JUDGE in RANDOLPH been filed, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN YOU, hourly wage rate determined by the Illinois County, Illinois, will on April 4, 2013, in MICHAEL T. SHANNON, MARILYN E. Department of Labor. Framework, technology skills and RANDOLPH COUNTY COURTHOUSE, SHANNON, ALL UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON- CONTRACT DOCUMENTS experience providing professional CHESTER, IL, at 9:30 AM, sell at public auction RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants in the above Contract documents may be examined on and development preferred. Candidate must and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and entitled suit, that said suit has been commenced after February 20, 2013 at the office of the process a valid Illinois teaching certificate. singular, the following described real estate in the Circuit Court of Randolph County by said Architect and the following plan rooms: mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the Plaintiff against you and other Defendants, MCGRAW-HILL CONSTRUCTION DODGE The ROE is an equal opportunity employer. County of RANDOLPH, State of Illinois, or so praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage 4300 Beltway Place Suite 180 More information for each position is much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy conveying the premises described as follows: to- Arlington, TX 76018 available at www.roe45.net/jobs- said Judgment: wit: (On-line services only at McGraw-Hill employment. Applicants must submit FORTY-FIVE (45) FEET OFF OF THE A tract of land situated in and being a part of Construction/Dodge at www.construction.com) a letter of interest, resume with references, SOUTHEASTERLY SIDE OF LOT 22 AND 25 the Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter SOUTHERN ILLINOIS BUILDERS letters of recommendation and a copy of FEET OFF OF THE NORTHWESTERLY SIDE OF of Section 7, in Township 4 South, Range 5 West 1468 Green Mount Road, PO Box 1390 the teaching certificate or ECS credentials LOT 23 FRONTING ON GERMAN STREET AND of the Third Principal Meridian, Randolph O’Fallon, IL 62269 to the Regional Office of Education, RUNNING BACK THE FULL DEPTH OF SAID County, Illinois, more particularly described as Contract documents may be obtained at the Attn: Kelton Davis, 107 East Mill, office of Snow Printing, 6428 Old St. Louis Road, LOTS 22 AND 23 IN BLOCK 49 OF SWANWICK'S follows: Beginning at an iron pin located at the Waterloo, IL 62298 by March 1. ADDITION TO THE CITY OF CHESTER, Southeast corner of the Northeast Quarter of the Belleville, Illinois 62223, telephone number 618- RANDOLPH COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Northeast Quarter of said Section 7; thence West 233-0712; fax 618-257-3331, by depositing a check TAX NO. 18-068-006-00 along the South line of said Northeast Quarter in the amount of $100.00 per set, payable to COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 429 WEST GERMAN of the Northeast Quarter a distance of 250 feet; Sparta Community High School District 140. STREET CHESTER, IL 62233 Description of thence North parallel with the East line of said Deposit checks will be returned to Bidders who Improvements: SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH Section 7, a distance of 350 feet; thence East return the documents to Snow Printing Company DETACHED 2 CAR GARAGE. The Judgment along a line parallel with the South line of said in good condition within 10 days after the opening RED BRICK SCHOOL amount was $75,298.02. Sale Terms: This is an Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter, a of bids. A plan holders/bidders list will be "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder distance of 250 feet, more or less, to the East line available for viewing by visiting must deposit 25% down by certified funds; of said Section 7; thence South along the East www.snowprinting.net. INSTRUCTOR balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO line of Section 7, a distance of 350 feet, more or Sets will be mailed to applicants from Snow REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to less, to the point of beginning; SUBJECT to an Printing for an additional flat handling-and- The Monroe-Randolph Regional Office general real estate taxes, special assessments existing public road over the Easterly portion mailing charge of fifteen dollars ($15.00) per of Education is seeking applicants for a or special taxes levied against said real estate, thereof. set, for which a separate check shall be issued, part-time, possibly full-time, teaching water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without PIN: 01-012-010-00 payable to Snow Printing. Charge is not position at Red Brick School in Ruma any representation as to quality or quantity of Commonly known as 1245 Santa Anna, Tilden, refundable. for the remainder of the 2013 school year. title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale Randolph County, Illinois, and for other relief; Contractors may obtain up to two (2) copies of is further subject to confirmation by the court. that Summons was duly issued out of said Court contract documents. Applicants should possess a valid Illinois Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the against you as provided by law, and that said BID STIPULATIONS teaching certificate. Red Brick School purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, suit is now pending. Bid Security is required in the amount of five provides an alternative education for which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the NOW THEREFORE, unless you, the above (5) percent of Proposal. students in grades 6-10. Candidates must real estate after confirmation of the sale. The named Defendants, file your Answer to the The successful bidder will be required to furnish posses personal and professional property will NOT be open for inspection. Complaint in this suit, or otherwise make your a satisfactory Performance Bond and a Labor qualities that complement the needs of Prospective bidders are admonished to check appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of and Material Payment Bond for the full amount at-risk students. Reading endorsement the court file to verify all information. The of the bid accepted. the Circuit Court of Randolph County, Randolph is a plus. Salary will be regionally successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ County Courthouse, Chester, Illinois, on or before Owner reserves the right to reject any or all expense of evicting any tenants or other the 25th day of March, 2013, default may be proposals, to waive informalities in bidding, competitive and commensurate individuals presently in possession of the subject entered against you at any time after that day, and to award a Contract for any part of the Work with experience. premises. If this property is a condominium and a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in or the Project as a whole. The ROE is an equal opportunity unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure accordance with the prayer of said Complaint. BY ORDER OF BOARD OF EDUCATION employer. More information for sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the END OF SECTION 00 11 13 The following information applies to the each position is available at assessments and the legal fees required by The foreclosure proceedings: ...... 0-2-21 Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) (i)The name of all Plaintiffs and the case HELP WANTED: Mechanic www.roe45.net/jobs-employment. and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR number are identified above. HELP WANTED for local golf course. 618- Applicants must submit a letter of (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO (ii)The Court in which the action was brought 910-4411. interest, resume with references, letters HELP WANTED: The city of ...... 0-2-21B REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER is identified above. Chester is now accepting HELP WANTED: Local semi of recommendation and a copy of the ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN The name of the title holder of record is: Michael applications for full-time truck drivers, 3 openings teaching certificate or ECS credentials ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF position in the water available, Class-A CDL T. Shannon and Marilyn E. Shannon distribution department. to the Regional Office of Education, THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE An identification of the mortgage sought to be Applications will be accepted required. 618-357-1393. Attn: Kelton Davis, 107 East Mill, LAW. For Information: Visit our website at foreclosed is as follows: until March 8, 2013. City ...... 0-2-21 OTR TRUCK DRIVES Waterloo, IL 62298 by March 1. http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. Names of original mortgagors: Michael residency is required. For more information contact the WANTED: Local Trucking and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Shannon and Marilyn Shannon mayor’s office at 826-5114. Company is seeking Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois Name of mortgagee: The First National Bank Applications can be obtained experienced drivers with 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to of Sparta from the city hall, 1330 class A CDL for a full-time file #PA1039995 Plaintiff's attorney is not Date of mortgage: March 20, 2012 Swanwick Street, Chester, position. A minimum of 2 Illinois, or online at years experience. Flatbed required to provide additional information other Date of recording: March 28, 2012 www.chesterill.com. and Livestock are a plus. than that set forth in this notice of sale. County where recorded: Randolph ...... 0-2-28 Competitive pay, home Coulterville I509054 Recording document identification: OTR OWNER every weekend, and some ...... 0-3-7 Document No. 2012R01186 OPERATORS NEEDED: nights during the week. $1.43 cpm-loaded and Dated at Chester, Illinois, this 13th day of Serious inquiries only. Must Care Center empty. Weekly settlements. be responsible, clean, February, A.D. 2013. Where your family becomes ours. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 20TH Ask about $1 lease purchase. courteous and dependable. /s/ Sherry L. Johnson 573-471-9732. JUDICIAL CIRCUIT Must have clean driving Clerk of the Circuit Clerk ...... 1-2-21 record and no felony RANDOLPH COUNTY, CHESTER, ILLINOIS Part-Time Randolph County, Illinois HELP WANTED: Opening criminal background. Housekeeping PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION for LPN in DD/MI res- Alan R. Farris Apply or provide resume to PLAINTIFF, idential facility. Minimum R&M Transportation, 1399 Attorney at Law -vs- of two years work ex- West Broadway, Sparta, IL Full-Time Evenings No. 03124299 perience with good assess- NICKY J. MADDOX A/K/A NICKY J. MADDOX, 62286. 221 S. Market ment skills and knowledge ...... 0-2-21 CNA Part-Time All Shifts JR.; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD P. O. Box 314 of medications. Position SERVICE WRITER: We are CLAIMANTS; UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS will oversee the medical Sparta, IL 62286-0314 currently accepting DEFENDANTS needs of persons in the applications for a skilled Telephone: (618) 443-1947 12 CH 80 program, staff medical service advisor. Position RN/LPN/PRN [email protected] training and supervision of PUBLICATION NOTICE requires previous experience, ...... 0-3-7 medical responsibilities of attention to detail, and the Full-Time The requisite affidavit for publication having direct care staff. Position ability to multi-task. This been filed, notice is hereby given you Nicky J. has administration re- position is extremely fast- RN/LPN Evenings & Nights Maddox a/k/a Nicky J. Maddox, Jr. and Unknown Public Notice sponsibilities, requires a paced and busy - constant Owners and Non-Record Claimants; Unknown Pursuant to the Surface Coal Mining Land self motivated, organized phone and computer (*Per facility policy) person with good SIGN ON BONUS* Occupants. interaction with vendors, Conservation and Reclamation Act (PA-81-1015, understanding of com- clients and internal customers Defendants in the above entitled suit, that the as amended) and the rules and regulations of the puters. Competitive salary, (mechanics, etc.) Must have We’ve got more to add to our benefit package! said suit has been commenced in the Circuit Act, Burning Star Green Energy LLC, 205 Worth excellent benefits. Send extremely strong computer Not only do we offer Medical, Dental, Life Court of Randolph County, by the said Plaintiff Ave., Suite 201, Palm Beach, Florida 33480 hereby resume to Human Service skills. Mechanic knowledge Insurance, STD, LTD, Accidental, Cancer policies, against you and other defendants, praying for gives notice that on May 8, 2012 a permit Center, c/o Joni Chandler, is a plus. Candidates who do 10257 State Route 3, Red as well as flexible spending account and IRA, sick the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying not have automotive/truck application was determined to be complete by Bud, IL 62278 E.O.E experience will not be time, holiday pay and vacation time, we now offer the premises described as follows, to wit: the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, ...... 0-2-21 considered for this position. VISION...it’s a rich plan that offers a lot of benefits! PART OF LOT 2 BLOCK 18, VILLAGE OF Office of Mines and Minerals, to construct a HELP WANTED: Gateway Send Resume or Apply in PRAIRIE DU ROCHER, RANDOLPH COUNTY, surface facility for a carbon recovery operation. FS Inc. Oakdale Elevator has person at 1399 West Call (618) 758-2256, Ext. 106 ILLINOIS, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO-WIT: The permit area is located in Perry County, IL an opening for a driver/ Broadway, Sparta, IL 62286. laborer. CDL required. Must ...... 0-2-28 BEGINNING AT A POST TO THE MOST as described: be able to handle long hours Email: [email protected] WESTERLY CORNER OF LOT 2, BLOCK 18, Part of Sec. 34 in T5S, R4W and Sec. 2 & 3 in during busy seasons and Or Visit Facility To Fill Out An Application VILLAGE OF PRAIRIE DU ROCHER, RANDOLPH T6S, R4W of the 3rd Principal Meridian, Perry outdoor conditions. Full- County 13138 State Rte. 13 COUNTY, ILLINOIS; THENCE NORTH 32 County, IL, containing approximately 313 acres. time position for the right Journal A Drug Free DEGREES 50 MINUTES EAST 120 FEET TO A The applicant seeks a permit to conduct surface person. Contact Craig at 618- Workplace EOE 329-5311. 497-8272 Coulterville POINT; THENCE SOUTH 54 DEGREES 30 construction activities, including, but not limited ...... 0-2-21 Page 22 County Journal February 21, 2013 Willisville marks Haberman bill paid The matter of the Ida crease will generate about who has property on the COMING EVENTS Haberman property clean- $19,000 a year. That is the other side. Ross says she up in Willisville has ended. amount of money needed to will give Phillips her half of The town cleaned up the Water rate make payments on a the alley. exterior of the Dolly Hill $265,000 loan to replace the The vacation was needed property in 2007 and tore increase town’s aging cast iron wa- because some of the Phillips down the house in 2009. ter lines. house was built on the al- Upcoming BIRTHDAY Several collectible items Board member Barb Jaimet ley right-of-way. The action from the house were held coming in was against the rate in- will give her a clear title to PARTY FOR until the Haberman family crease. She said many resi- her property. Events agreed to a payment sched- August dents could not afford it. Laura Hardesty resigned LIVE MUSIC ule, then those items were However, with Jaimet voting from the zoning board. Last SATURDAY, FEB. 23 “THE GIRLS” returned. no, the rate increase passed. month she was appointed to The town put a lien on the In other action, the board It will not take effect until the town board to fill a va- SATURDAY, property until the expense discussed a water rate in- the August billing. cancy. RICK’T UP FEBRUARY 23 of the cleanup was paid. crease for later this year. The board vacated a piece The animal control officer At the Tuesday town board The minimum bill will go of Gower Street (an alley) reported that he caught 8:30 PM Chuck’s NO COVER CHARGE meeting, Mayor Clarence up by $3 a month. Use of only where it borders the nine wild cats and three Karaoke & DJ Warner said Phyllis and 3,000 to 5,000 gallons will property line of Joann skunks in Willisville dur- DRINK & SHOT Priscilla Haberman had go up an additional $1.50 Phillips, who purchased a ing the last month. just made the final payment for each 1,000 gallons. Use house there. Tammy Turner and SPECIALS on that cleanup, which to- of 5,000 to 10,000 gallons With the vacation, half of Theresa Vanover were ap- SATURDAY, MARCH 9 SUNDAY, taled $24,746. The lien will will go up $1 a 1,000. the alley goes to Phillips pointed to the fire depart- FEBRUARY 24 be released. It is estimated that the in- and half to Jennifer Ross, ment. Pork Steak Night SATURDAY, MARCH 16 Chicken St. Patrick’s Party Poop Bingo Coulterville treasurer now paid by the hour FULL CIRCLE The annual stipend for in general, was in support beginning of the year, re- Marlow pointed out that (L.O.L.) Coulterville Village Trea- of the miners’ cause. gardless of the length of the action had been taken, Steeleville surer Dale Schumer was George Kirkland asked time employed prior to the the resident had been in- Starts At 2pm changed to an hourly wage if the village had changed annual increase date. formed it would be placed, Eagles at the Monday night meet- the policy regarding the Price asked if Schumer and it didn’t seem fair to 965-9076 ing of the Coulterville Vil- provision of providing acid would receive an increase, reverse that action. lage Board. to residents for clearing as he had recently become “I think this is a good TIME OUT Mayor Scott Rust said sewer lines. a licensed Class A water example of how we need to Schumer put in a mini- “Always before, if we had plant operator. Rust stated be cautious on certain ac- COUNTY Sports Bar mum of 15 hours a week a problem, the village that unless an organiza- tions and make sure that JOURNAL Downtown working on items related would give us a bottle of tional change in the water we’ve we done our due dili- Coulterville to the treasurer’s position. the acid to help clear our plant management was gence before approving a Percy ~ 497-8272 758-2848 Although it has been sug- sewer lines,” said Kirk- made, Schumer would not purchase,” said Marlow. gested at the previous land. “It’s been that way receive any increases in his “We might not have ap- meeting that Schumer’s since I’ve lived here. When wages for that position. proved this had we known annual stipend be in- I requested a bottle, Mr. Rust brought up action that’s what the cost was creased from $3,500 an- Schumer informed me that taken at the previous meet- going to be, but we did nually to $5,000, Rust said I would have to pay for it. ing that approved the approve it and we need to Schumer had suggested a Does the city now charge placement of a streetlight stand by that decision.” more equitable system for assistance with clear- at 9th and Maple streets Rust praised the efforts would be to pay him only ing the sewer lines?” had an anticipated cost of of the village employees for the hours worked as Trustee Roger Long said $475. and trustees on the recent treasurer. that due to the chemical “That just seems like an upgrades and changes to With Trustee Novoselac nature of the product, it awful lot of money to spend the community center. abstaining, the board ap- was a liability issue as just to put in a street light New floor tile has been in- proved Schumer to receive much as a cost issue and that a resident has re- stalled, carpet replaced minimum wage for 15 felt that citizens should not quested,” said Rust. and the walls painted. hours per week instead of be provided with a chemi- the annual stipend. cal that could be danger- Jack Douglas was ous. It was decided that present to request support rather than providing citi- from the town in the area zens with the chemicals to Miller’s Meat Market residents’ fight against clear sewer lines on their 1524 S. Main • Red Bud • 282-3334 Patriot Coal Company re- own, the village mainte- garding the possible loss nance workers would do Locally grown and processed meat and sausages. of pensions and health care the application of any Committed To The Highest Level Of Quality And Food Safety benefits. chemicals in an effort to “We are requesting that deter any chance of injury. you as village trustees and Lewis Price questioned SPECIALS SPARTA COUNTRY CLUB PRESENTS the mayor sign this proc- recent salary increases. He $ ANNUAL WINTER lamation of support for our said that historically there Backbone ...... 2.19 lb. fight as an effort to show was a one-year probation- $ BARBECUE & PARTY! that Coulterville supports ary period before raises Country Ribs ...... 2.79 lb. its retired UMWA miners,” were given to village em- $ SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23 said Douglas.“The more ployees, and after review- Boneless Pork Loin Chops ..... 2.89 lb. BBQ Pork Steak Dinner support we can present to ing the wage and salary $ 50 the judge in this case the data he had requested at Whole Hog Pork Sausage ...... $ lb. With Slaw, Baked Beans, better off we will be. Ev- the previous meeting, he 2.39 Potato Salad And Dessert 8 eryone in this town either noted that some employ- New Hours: We Will Close At 1pm On Saturday Serving Begins At 5pm knows or is related to a ees had not completed that Special year period prior to receiv- Competitively Priced Quality Products Music At 8pm By retired miner whose health Heat And Guest benefits and retirement are ing wage increases at the Full Service Serve Items “Lock and Load” in danger.” beginning of the year. Meat Case Stop In And Compare Bartender Everyone Rust and several other Rust said that during his Wholesale, Retail, Custom Butchering, Freezer Bundles, board members requested administration, employee Beef Sides And Quarters And Hogs-Whole Or Halves Sparta Country Club Welcome time to fully read the wage and salary increases Illinois Dept. of Agriculture Inspected Daily 19 Fairway Drive • Sparta proclamation.The board, were always made at the

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Clay Hurst, District Manager ROLLET BROS. 3105 Independence, Suite A Cape Girardeau, MO 63703 RB TRUCKING CO. Call: 573-651-4444 Fax: 573-651-4470 227 Hwy. M, Perryville, MO 63775 [email protected] www.farmersagent.com/churst (573) 547-2573 February 21, 2013 County Journal Page 23 CJJ COMING E VENTS-NOTICES-AUCTIONS Evansville Knights Of Columbus St. Marks 303 Broad Street • Evansville • 853-2616 Trivia Night FISH FRY Saturday March 2nd, 2013 7:00 P.M. BuffetBuffetBuffetBuffetBuffet Doors open at 6:00 Steeleville American Legion, Large Hall Plate $750 Carry-Outs Available Cash Includes 2 Sides Plates/Sandwiches & Sides FRIDAYS $80/Table (8 People Max) Serving SERVING 4:30PM - 8:00PM Prizes 4pm-7pm Sandwich $4 Or Fish By The Pound Dr. Seuss Theme $ $ 00 $ 50 Adults 11 • Kids 5-12 5 5 Kinds Of Fish & 7 Sides ?’s Call Chip 615-6752 - Reservations Suggested but not Required Sides ( 1 Each): Baked Beans, Potato Salad, Slaw, Hush Puppies, French Fries Coulterville VFW Post 6865 ? ? Sponsored By Coulterville VFW Ladies Auxiliary FRIDAY, $80 Per Table FISH FRY MARCH 1 8 Person Maximum River • White • Catfish Peace Lutheran Church PRIZES Friday, March 1 Steeleville - 7PM FOR TOP 3 4:30pm-7:30pm Fertile Soil PLACES $ Fun For The 8 Per Plate Carry-Outs UPCOMING DANCES Silent Whole Family Includes Choice Of 2 Sides Available Auction Entertainment 7pm-11pm By: Saturday, March 2 Food & Drinks Available For Purchase Chris Murry & Company Come On Out & Support Benefits: The Peace Lutheran Church Youth Group To Reserve A Table Or For More Information Call: The Sparta Lions Club! BERNASEK’S WALK-INS Melinda Raby 559-1749, Cheryl Salger 615-3135 510 W. Belmont 8:30pm-12:30pm ¥ Chester WELCOME or Lynette Holliday 201-2201 Sparta Lions Club SPARTA Check out Fertile Soil Band on Facebook or at www.fertilesoil.yolasite.com/ For booking information call (618) 317-4409 Banker Bill’s Relay For Life Team or email [email protected] SHOOTING Night MATCH SATURDAY, MARCH 2 • 7PM SPARTA EAGLES Sunday, Prizes for 1st, 2nd & 3rd & Best Decorated Table February 24 50/50 Drawing • Bake Sale • Free Hot Dog Bar starts at 1pm $10 Per Person • Up To 8 Per Team Shiloh Hill Tavern Open Tables Available For Individuals And Small Groups Bring Your Own Snacks • Drinks Must Be Purchased From The Club Benefit For Please call to 443-4011 to reserve a table LUANN HARTMANN Proceeds benefit community youth and elderly empowerment programs OPEN GUNS ~ NO SCOPES

Newman Auxiliary Quilt NO Paper Cards & Cash Bring Daubers or Covers TRESPASSING Sunday, March 3 Hunting and fishing by permit only. Doors open and lunch served at 11am Trespassers Subject To Arrest Bingo starts at 1:30pm St. John The Baptist Catholic Church Red Bud All proceeds support the Newman Catholic Student Center at SIU Carbondale • 529-3311 Knight Hawk Coal, LLC • (618) 426-3662

Tilden Public Library 3rd Annual Winery SoupSoup && ChiliChili LunchLunch Serving Creamy Vegetable COMING Sunday, Soup, Chili, Grilled Cheese EVENTS February 24 Sanwiches, Dessert and Drink 11am-1pm Tilden Lions Hall Saturday, February 23 4pm-8pm Carry-Outs Available 11 & UP - $5.50 3-10 - $3 DIRTWATER FOX UNDER 3 - FREE All Proceeds Go To Sunday, February 24 2pm-6pm STEVE KIRN Tilden Public Library 140 Buttermilk Hill Rd. • Ava • 618-763-4447 The Soulful Voice Directions: Follow IL Route 3 South To Buttermilk Hill Rd. Monday-Thursday 12pm - 6pm • Friday-Sunday 12pm - 8pm Of The Chicago Rhythm And Blues Kings Is Coming To Chester! 27th Annual Winter ONE NIGHT ONLY! Bar-B-Que Saturday, February 23 Serving “Big Larry” Williams Saturday, March 2 11am- 5pm and Friends Carry-Outs Featuring Our Delicious Show Available Starts At BAR-B-QUED CHICKEN And 8:30pm PORK STEAKS By R.R.R.R. With Fixins’, Dessert & Drink NO COVER CHARGE Call 497-2951 For $9 Advance Tickets • $10 At The Door Alma Lodge No. 497 A.F. & A.M. BERNASEK’S 302 E. Main St. • Steeleville BAR & RESTAURANT 501 East Buena Vista • Chester • 826-3155 Lenten Fish Fry Tuesday-Friday 3pm-1am Every Friday 4-7pm Through March 22 Saturday 2pm-1am • Sunday 10am-1am Page 24 County Journal February 21, 2013 Marissa Cadet Scouts keep busy; girls winning awards Thirteen members earned the Bronze Award, the highest attainable

By Carol Mercer They chose two commu- at St. Louis Old Court- Marissa Cadette Girl nity projects, which in- house and Gateway Arch. Scout Troop 924 recently cluded painting the stems They are working on the participated in a Court of of fire hydrants in Marissa Program Aide Award by Awards ceremony at the while working closely with helping the Marissa Cham- First Baptist Church of the Marissa Fire Depart- ber of Commerce create a Marissa. ment, a major cleanup of the balloon arch for the 5K The troop has 18 active scout camp site at Marissa run during the Toast of members, and 13 of them Recreation Area and pur- Marissa and cleaning Main Vicki Baxter earned the Bronze Award, chasing two all-weather pic- Street and village parks the highest award possible nic tables with the help of a before village events. Sparta Rotary at their age level. local company. One of their biggest com- Earning the award were The girls were also in- munity projects was the will help Scouts Emma Schmierbach, Sam- volved in other activities February 10 spaghetti din- antha Seering, Emily Carter, and events that earned ner to benefit Sonshine Vicki Baxter, the senior Gracie Jones, Hailey Krause, them badges and patches. Corner. district executive for the Brooklyn Henson, Haylie Badges included Finding The biggest fundraiser Boy Scouts of America’s Mayer, Myah Gibson, Rachel Common Ground, Special to benefit these girls will Lewis & Clark Council, was Hall, Cassie Campbell, Mor- Agent, Coastal Georgia, be Little Black Dress, a for- the guest speaker at the gan Robinson, Maddie Savannah Safari and Girl mal trade show that will February 19 Sparta Rotary Parker, Hailey Wagner and Scout Heritage. be held Saturday, March 9 meeting. Morgan Robinson. Events and activities that at the World Shooting and Last summer, Baxter, The Court of Awards is a earned special patches in- Recreational Complex in with the help of IMPACK candlelight ceremony cluded the Vietnam Mov- Sparta from 7 to 10 p.m. President Geanette Wilson, where each scout professes ing Wall, mother/daugh- Admission is $5 in advance started an under privileged her commitment to serv- ter mad hatter tea party, or at the door. All proceeds Cub Scout Pack at the Valentines flowers ing God and her country, father/daughter super will go to Marissa’s Cadette IMPACK center in Sparta. Sparta Community Hospital Auxiliary members Judy helping other people and hero dance, sharing stew, Girl Scouts. Tickets can be The council is recharter- Gerlach, left, and Doris Arnold prepared bows for the upholding the Girl Scout collecting canned goods purchased from Marissa ing the unit, Pack 12, which fresh Valentine’s Day arrangements at the Caring laws. for food pantries, learn- Chamber of Commerce meets at IMPACK Fridays Touch Gift Shop during the Valentine’s Day sale. Arnold To achieve the Bronze ing to cook in box ovens, members or any Marissa from 5 to 6 p.m. Due to cur- created the fresh floral arrangements of carnations and Award, the girls completed Operation Christmas Cadette Scout. rent economic conditions roses that were available February 13 and 14. All tasks such as the amuse Child, helping with trunk Vendor space is still and families unable to pay, proceeds from the gift shop are used by the auxiliary journey during a work- or treat and Whoville available. Contact Nanette Pack 12 is in need of fund- to fund a scholarship for a high school senior and shop held at McKendree Christmas party. The Jr. Campbell at 317-4907 ing, or it could cease. support Sparta Community Hospital. University in Lebanon. Ranger badge was earned about booth space. The cost for renewing the pack is $430 a year. Al- 2000 Jeep Grand 2002 Dodge though some funding has Cherokee Limited Caravan Sport been received, it remains White, 4x4, Leather, $ Blue, 3.3L V8, $ short of the fee. Sunroof, V8 6,995 5 Door, Power Doors 5,495 The Sparta Rotary voted to make up the difference af- ter all funds that Baxter is collecting are received. A district Scout camp is held each summer at the Sparta VFW. In the past, Pack 12 has held its own 1999 Chevrolet 1500 2004 Chevrolet Silverado LS Silverado Z71 Off-Road summer camp at the center Blue, 4 Door, due to lack of funding to Maroon 4x4, $ Red Liner, 5.3L V8, ONLY attend the district camp Nice Interior 5,995 Tow Package 103K MILES with other area scouts. The Rotary is also consid- ering making a contribu- tion to help the Pack 12 boys attend the district summer camp. To contribute to Pack 12 www.ddmotorsltd.com or for more information on this Scout unit or the Boy Scouts in general, contact Marissa Cadette Girl Scouts who received the Bronze Award were, front row from D & D MOTORS, LTD. Baxter at 28 Washington left, Emma Schmierbach, Samantha Seering, Emily Carter, Gracie Jones, Hailey Blvd., Chester 62233 or call Wagner and Hailey Krause. In back are Brooklyn Henson, Haylie Mayer, Myah 706 S. St. Louis St. • Sparta • 443-6650 978-2926. Gibson, Rachel Hall, Cassie Campbell and Morgan Robinson. 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