🅿️Retreats, Blizzards, and Subscriber Photos

It’s April 1st, Princeton. The weather will be warm and perfect this week, the Illini are heading to the Final Four, and my children sleep like little angels in their bedroom all night long with zero problems ever.

April Fools.

—Justin Bullington

📬IN THIS ISSUE

💡What You Should Know
☀️Princeton Weather
⛽️Princeton Gas Prices
💼Princeton Businesses
👷Princeton Job Opportunities
🥁Princeton Music
🗓️Princeton Events

💡WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

• World Atlas recently mentioned Princeton, Illinois in this article: 10 Picturesque Small Towns In Illinois For A Weekend Retreat.

• Logan Junior High School is organizing a Scholastic Book Fair. It will be open from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on April 15, 16, and 18, which fall on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. On Wednesday, April 17, the hours extend from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., and on Friday, April 19, the fair will be open from 8 a.m. to noon. The proceeds from the fair will be used to buy books for the school's library.

• Gateway Services is hosting a Trivia Night on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Shandy's Pub & Grub. The event features a chicken and spaghetti dinner for $25 per person, with doors opening at 4:30 PM and trivia starting at 6 PM. Prizes are $300 for 1st place, $200 for 2nd, and $100 for 3rd, with tickets available Gateway.

• The Chelsea Gives Back Wyanet Locker Cookout Fundraiser is May 25th, beginning at 10am.

• Princeton NOW+ subscribers now receive City Council meeting summaries — along with local obituaries, arrests, and property transfers, ad free. Join 103 others and upgrade today.

📸WEEKEND PHOTOS FROM SUBSCRIBERS

⛅️PRINCETON WEATHER

Today: expect rain with possible thunderstorms. The high will be around 52°F, with east-northeast winds at 10 to 20 mph, and an 80% chance of rain. Evening conditions will likely include steady rain with showers continuing late into the night. The low will be around 40°F with the same wind conditions and an increased 90% chance of rain, with potential rainfall nearing a quarter of an inch.

Tuesday: a rainy day, with a high of around 43°F and north winds at 15 to 25 mph. Rainfall could be near a quarter of an inch, and snow may mix in, raising the chance of precipitation to 90%. The evening will turn mostly cloudy with potential snow showers after midnight and a low of 33°F. The northwestern winds will decrease to 10 to 20 mph, with a continuing 60% chance of snow.Wednesday,

Wednesday: windy conditions will bring light snow in the morning, transitioning to rain and wet snow in the afternoon. The high should be near 40°F with northwest winds at 20 to 30 mph. Snow accumulations will be less than one inch, but higher gusts of wind are possible. The chance of rain stands at 60%. Cloudy skies in the evening may partially clear, and the low will dip to 32°F with north-northwest winds at 10 to 20 mph.

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⛽️PRINCETON GAS PRICES

Regular

Amoco, 720 N Main St: $3.69
Sullivan’s Foods: $3.76
Casey’s West/North: $3.79
Beck’s West/North: $3.79
Road Ranger, N Main St: $3.79
Shell, 2225 N Main St: $3.79

Diesel

Beck’s West/North: $3.99
Road Ranger, N Main St.: $4.05
Casey’s West/North: $3.99
Amoco, N Main St: $3.99
Sullivan’s: $3.89

💼PRINCETON BUSINESSES

• Evan Driscoll and Cade Odell, Princeton High School students, want you to use codes CADE19 or EWDUPDG on upperparkdiscgolf.com for 15% off any of your disc golf needs.

• New Blizzards start April 1st at Dairy Queen:

  • Brownie Batter

  • Frosted Animal Cookie

  • Picnic Peach Cobbler

  • Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Party

  • Ultimate Cookie

  • Cotton Candy

  • Nutter Butter

• Baseball season is here, and Mavolan's has the perfect way to show your spirit! Check out their latest collection, including the playful "Sister" baseball T-shirt, available in sizes from small to X-large.

• SplashTech Solutions in Princeton is offering three distinct services to cater to your online needs:

  • Custom Website: Get a personalized WordPress website that's mobile responsive, SEO optimized, ADA compliant, includes logo and branding assistance, a contact form, blog, membership area, revisions, and 2 months of hosting and maintenance.

  • Premium Hosting: For $97/month, secure your website with an SSL certificate, protect it with security scans and malware removal, use a CDN, receive weekly updates, automated daily backups, and more, with the bonus of 30 minutes of additional support each month.

  • VIP Day: Spend $297 for 4 hours of intensive work based on your wishlist. Improve your Google ranking, get audits for your Google Business Profile and Facebook page, plus a basic website SEO audit, and develop a customer review strategy.

• Rachel Rene has announced a new addition to their product line: Strawberry. The announcement was made on their Bubble Blog, which features more details about the new strawberry line of bath and body products.

• If you have a local business and an idea to collaborate with Wild Ginger Bistro, email [email protected].

• Hornbaker Gardens is hosting the "Garden Walk Series: Early Spring" event on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at 10 AM. The garden walk with Dave Hornbaker will feature early bloomers and spring cleaning tasks. All garden walks are free, and attending all four could win you a $75 gift card.

• Enhance your culinary experience with Pampered Chef’s versatile Cup Slicer and the adaptable Measuring Spoon Set, both designed to make food prep a breeze. Don't miss out on their top-rated Mix 'N Chop, perfect for handling ground meats with ease. Shop these must-haves now with consultant Jessica Odell and elevate your cooking game.

• Flowers by Julia is selling this “Beautiful in Blue” flower arrangement.

• Wild Honey Boutique has a fun selection of women’s tops:

  • A lilac button-up shirt with a textured pattern, stylishly tied at the waist.

  • A cream-colored, knitted cardigan layered over a floral print blouse with pink and green blooms.

  • A pale beige cardigan with lace details and a patterned knit design.

  • A vibrant pink top with ruffled short sleeves, adding a playful touch.

• Once Upon A Craft has announced a Kids Spring Break Camp, targeting grades K-8. The camp features activities like 3D crafting, canvas painting, splatter painting, games, and emphasizes unlimited creativity. It will take place April 3rd from 1-4 PM, costs $55 per individual, and there's still room available. There is also a sibling discount.

• Five 22 is selling sweet treats like marshmallows and lemon drops, elegantly packaged and perfect for gifting. A sleek white backpack, versatile for spring outings, is featured alongside chic jewelry options, including delicate necklaces and stylish earrings.

• Check out Milk Moustache’s charming selection of children's clothing, perfect for the spring season. The Carina Dress comes in two delightful styles: the floral "Bloom" and classic "Blue Gingham," each priced at $48.99. For cozy nights, the Bamboo Short Sleeve Pajama Set in "Bloom" is both adorable and comfortable for $38.99. Dress your little one in their sweet Smocked Tank & Bloomer Set with a cheery "Lemons" pattern, just $38.99. For playful days, the Sleeveless Pocket Jumpsuit in "Blue Gingham" is a steal at $38.99. And for stargazing dreams, the Short Sleeve One-Piece in "Constellations" is only $36.99. Visit themilkmoustache.com to shop these styles and more.

• For a stylish addition to your space, check out these comfy dish chairs, now available for just $20 each at Downtown Liquidation. They're perfect for lounging in any room and are easy to fold away when not in use.
  

• Little Blue Dress has several clothing items on sale:

  • A "Messy Bun CC Hat" in Charcoal, now priced at $10, originally $18.

  • "Sorel Emelie 3 Chelsea Boot" in Tawny Buff, reduced to $112 from $160.

  • "Free People Chamomile Cardigan" in Washed Russet Acorn, on sale for $84, down from $168.

  • A "Ribbed Long Sweater Dress" in Camel for small sizes, currently $34, was $68.

  • "Free People Gold Rush Long Sleeve" in Lavender Combo, now $30, previously $78.

  • "She & Sky Mockneck Sweater" in Camel, discounted to $39 from $47.

👷‍♂️PRINCETON JOB OPPORTUNITIES

• General Laborers | Empire Acoustical Systems | 815-261-0072

• Help Needed | KS Lawn & Snow | 815-878-6126

• Assistant Manager | Dollar Tree | Full-time

• Team Member | Tractor Supply Co. | Full-time

• Receptionist | H&R Block | Full-time

• Material Handler | Ingersoll Rand | Full-time

• Server | Pizza Hut | Full-time

• Food and Grocery | Walmart | Full and Part-time

• Dietary Aide | Liberty Village | Full and Part-time

• Team Member | Culver’s | Full and Part-time

• Delivery Driver | FedEx Express | Full, Part, and Temp-work

• Carpenters | Terry’s Remodeling | $18-30/hr. | 815-875-2200

• Warehouse Specialist | Ace Hardware | Full and Part-time, $19-21.50/hr.

• Medal Engraver | A & M Products | Full-time, $17.50/hr

• Lawn Care Specialist | Taylor’s Way | Full-time, $18/hr

• First Shift Warehouse Associate | Advance Services | Full-time

🎸PRINCETON MUSIC

• The Killer Riffs | The Hawg House Saloon | April 6th, 3pm

• Howl at the Moon Dueling Pianos | The Cider Mill | Apr. 12th at 6:30pm

• Girls Like Us: Music of Carole King, Carly Simon, and Joni Mitchell | Grace Theater | Apr. 12th at 7:30pm

• Brushville | Hawg House Saloon | April 27th, 9pm

• Joseph Huber Band | Barrel Society | May 3rd, 7pm

• Not Petty | Black Rose Saloon | May 24th, 7pm

• Miles Over Mountains | Barrel Society | May 24th, 7pm

🗓️PRINCETON UPCOMING EVENTS

• Girls Like Us | Grace Theater | April 11th, 7:30pm

• Shadows of the Blue and Gray Ball | Fairgrounds | April 13th, 6:30pm

• A Night to Remember Prom | Metro Center | April 20th, 5:30pm

• Mary Poppins | Princeton High School | April 19th at 7pm and 21st at 2pm.

• Magician David Casas | Grace Theater | April 27th, 7:30pm

• Fair Queen’s Golf Tournament | Fairgrounds | May 11th, 8am

• Nellie Becker: A Titanic Story | Venue 450 | May 11th

• Mother’s Day Flea Market | Fairgrounds | May 12th, 8-2pm

• Logan Junior High Band/Choir Concert | LJH | May 6th, 6:30

• Class of 2024 Graduation Ceremony | PHS | May 18th

• John Elvis Lyons & The Jailhouse Hound Dogs | Grace Theater | June 8th

🏠PRINCETON HOMES FOR SALE

• This charming, move-in-ready 4-bedroom cottage at 27745 Hwy 6, offers a spacious 1.9-acre lot and modern amenities such as a new roof and central air conditioning. Priced at $249,000, this 1,320 sqft home built in 1906 features a detached garage, septic-private sewer, and is situated in a family-friendly community. Recent updates include new kitchen flooring and paint throughout.

• Listed a few days ago, this spacious 4-bedroom, 2-story home at 312 E Peru St, sits at an exceptional price of $54,900. This 1,650 sqft home, built in 1876, is on a 4,356 sqft lot and presents an incredible opportunity for buyers ready to provide some TLC. Priced significantly below market value, this property is perfect for those looking to invest sweat equity in a well-located residence.

• At $191,999, this well-maintained, single-family brick ranch home at 508 S 8th St offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and 1 partial bath across 1,598 sqft of living space. Built in 1972, the home features a fully finished basement with a wet bar, an attached heated 2-car garage, and a cozy gas log fireplace. Nestled in a peaceful subdivision, the property boasts a sizable patio and is currently accepting backup offers.