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Good morning, neighbor. A Wednesday tip from Jack Handey: “Here's a good thing to do if you go to a party and you don't know anybody: First, take out the garbage. Then go around and collect any extra garbage that people might have, like a crumpled-up napkin, and take that out too. Pretty soon people will want to meet the busy garbage guy.”

Let’s get to it.

—Justin Bullington

📬IN THIS ISSUE

💡What You Should Know
🐄Beef & Ag Festival
🌤️Princeton Weather
⛽️Princeton Gas Prices
💼Princeton Businesses
🏷️Princeton Garage Sales
🏠Princeton Homes Sales
📍Outside City Limits
⛪️Princeton Churches
🎣Father’s Day Weekend
☀️Get More Sunshine

💡WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

• BCR: Princeton boys tennis had a historic 19-1 season.

• Princeton Youth Baseball and Softball League announced a second pork chop cookout at Zearing Park on June 17th, from 5:30 PM until sold out, after their first event's success. The menu includes a $4 pork chop sandwich, a $5 combo with chips, and an $8 meal that adds a drink, with over 200 chops available.

• Chelsea Gives Back will host a Dairy Queen Blizzard Fundraiser Night on June 15th, from 5 pm to 7 pm. For every medium Blizzard sold, $1 will be donated to the 4th Annual Chelsea Gives Back Secret Santa Givings, and they remind everyone that "calories don't count on fundraiser nights."

• Save the date for the Annual Tiger Classic Golf Tournament on Saturday, August 10th, at Wyaton Hills. The event includes 18 holes of golf with a cart, a sandwich, two drinks during play, and dinner for $125 per golfer. Non-golfers can join for dinner only at $25; enjoy hole-in-one and putting contest prizes while supporting the Princeton Tigers Athletic Booster Club.

• The Princeton Area Chamber of Commerce and Princeton Park District have collaborated once again to organize a grand Fourth of July celebration marking America's 248th year of independence, set to occur at Zearing Park. This year promises an even more impressive fireworks display and thrilling live entertainment provided by the Bluewater Kings Band.

• The "Flags of Freedom Cookout" will be serving a menu featuring ribeye, pork chops, brats, hot dogs, potato chips, soda, and bottled water, with prices for individual items and meal combinations. The cookout is scheduled for Friday, June 14th, from 11 am to 1 pm at the Soldiers & Sailors Park. Attendees have the option to pick up their orders or choose delivery for orders over $25. For those unable to attend, orders can be placed by contacting Rodney at 815-866-1534 or Ann at 815-325-3875, and delivery is available.

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🐄45TH ANNUAL BEEF & AG FESTIVAL

The 45th annual Beef & Ag Festival, organized by the Bureau County Cattlemen, will be held on Saturday, June 15th at Soldiers & Sailors Park in Princeton, Illinois. This all-day event features live music from Jason Pritchett, Seven Miles South, and G's Combo, offering a rich blend of country and local tunes. Here are some key activities and offerings:

• Princeton Farmers Market: Begins at 8:30 AM, providing fresh local produce and goods until 1:00 PM.

• Food by the Bureau County Cattlemen: Available from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM, including local beef specialties.

• Children’s Activities: Pedal pulls, petting zoo, and more starting from 1:00 PM, ensuring fun for the entire family.

The festival not only showcases agricultural pride but also includes unique events like St. Louis Parish pie sales and a pedal pull sponsored by Gebeck & Associates, Inc.

⛅️PRINCETON WEATHER

Today: Mostly sunny skies with high temperatures reaching up to 91°F. Winds will be from the SW at 5 to 10 mph. We’ll see partly cloudy skies in the evening transitioning to cloudy overnight. There's a chance of a stray shower or thunderstorm. The low will be around 70°F, with winds from the SSW at 5 to 10 mph.

Thursday: Partly cloudy in the morning with scattered thunderstorms developing in the afternoon. Some storms could be severe. Highs will be around 90°F with winds WSW at 10 to 15 mph. The chance of rain is 60%. Scattered thunderstorms during the evening, then mainly clear overnight. There is still a potential for severe thunderstorms. Low around 62°F. Winds will be light and variable, with a 50% chance of rain.

Friday: Sunny with a high near 86°F. Winds will be from the NNW at 5 to 10 mph. In the evening, expect a few clouds from time to time. The low will be around 58°F, with winds from the east at 5 to 10 mph.

Pollen Forecast:

• Wednesday: The pollen level increases slightly to 6.5.

• Thursday: There is a small drop in pollen levels to 5.9.

• Friday: Pollen levels continue to decrease slightly to 5.7.

• Saturday: There is a significant drop in pollen levels to 4.6, moving it into the low-medium range.

This trend suggests a gradual decrease in pollen levels as the week progresses, offering some relief to allergy sufferers by the weekend.

⛽️PRINCETON GAS PRICES

Regular

Amoco, 720 N Main St: $3.44
Sullivan’s Foods: $3.54
Casey’s West/North: $3.57
Beck’s West/North: $3.57
Road Ranger, N Main St: $3.57
Shell, 2225 N Main St: $3.57

Diesel

Casey’s: $3.37
Beck’s: $3.29
Amoco: $3.33
Road Ranger: $3.37

💼PRINCETON BUSINESSES

• BAD Makings LLC is excited to announce their move from Wyanet to a new location at 411 S. Main St. Look for the teal door and visit them during their new hours: Tuesday to Friday from 11 AM to 6 PM, Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM, closed on Sundays, and open by appointment only on Mondays. They continue to offer high-quality screen printing and embroidery services and appreciate your continued support.

• The City of Princeton Animal Control still has cats and kittens available for adoption and is looking for their new homes. They also have barn kitties and good mousers for shops available. Call 815-875-1150 today for more information.

• Corner Chair Market is offering a sale on their statement furniture pieces, including a featured buffet ideal for dining rooms or open concept areas, boasting substantial storage and unique style. This week, furniture with yellow stickers is available at 30% off, while items with colored dot stickers are discounted at 50%.

• Emerald Tablet Collective announces a special "Flashday" event on June 29th, featuring exclusive tattoo deals starting at $50, with no appointment necessary. The event, held in collaboration with the grand opening of True Leaves Bookshop, offers attendees a free book with their tattoo, and will operate in two sessions: 12 PM-5 PM and 6 PM-9 PM, focusing on arms and legs only.

• Chapel Hill Golf Course and Event Center is currently open for registration for its 3 Club Best Ball Scramble event on July 4th, featuring a 9 AM start and a $120 fee per team. With only 15 spots remaining, interested parties are encouraged to sign up quickly to secure their place in the competition.

• Steven Becker from Thrivent suggests considering fixed annuities as part of a retirement strategy, highlighting their benefits such as tax-efficient accumulation of savings, supplementing guaranteed income sources like Social Security, and providing stable income in retirement regardless of IRA investment performance. Click for more details.

• Niel & Shorty's BBQ Company announces new opening hours on Wednesdays starting June 12th, with lunch from 11 AM to 2 PM and dinner from 4 PM to 8 PM.

• Golden Rice Authentic Thai Food will be open from Wednesday, June 12th, to Friday, June 14th, for lunch from 10:30 AM to 2:00 PM and for dinner from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM (until 7:00 PM on Friday). Mango and Sticky Rice is available.

• Four Seasons is offering a 50% discount on their line of wearable items, including their versatile and stylish kimonos. This limited-time sale invites customers to enhance their summer wardrobe with a range of vibrant patterns and styles, suitable for any occasion.

• The Second Story Teen Center is seeking donations of toothbrushes, toothpaste, feminine hygiene products, socks, ramen soups, Chef Boyardee ravioli, and Kraft Mac & Cheese to support their pantry. Please drop your donations off at Johnson’s Carpet Shoppe.

• Ace Hardware is offering 20% off JBL speakers and Oakley sunglasses for Father's Day, with stock limited to in-store availability. Additionally, zero gravity chairs are on sale for $49.99, down from the original price of $99.99.

• Join the Princeton Inn Bag's Tournament on Saturday, June 22nd at 12 PM. This fun-filled day includes a tournament with $200 added to the pot, featuring four rounds of round-robin play followed by an A-B bracket double elimination. Each team is guaranteed six games, and the entry fee is $40 per team. Sign-up starts at 11 AM, and there will be a band playing at 5 PM.

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🏷️PRINCETON GARAGE SALES

• A garage sale will be held on Thursday, June 13th from 8 AM to 4 PM at 2303 South Main Street. New items have been added to the selection, and some items will be available at half price.

• A sale will take place at 535 W. Main St., Tiskilwa on June 14th from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM and June 15th from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The sale boasts a large selection of items including tools, fasteners, electrical and plumbing supplies, as well as lawn and garden equipment, automotive items, household goods, glassware, vinyl records, canning supplies, baskets, crocks, antiques, and much more.

• A garage sale is set for June 14-15 at 119 E Elm Street, from 9 AM to 4 PM. This sale will include a remarkable collection accumulated over 70 years, featuring items such as Aladdin Lamps, Cambridge Glass, Fenton Glass, West Moreland Glass, Farber Bros, Holt Howard, various floor lamps, and much more.

• A garage sale will be held on June 14th from 9 AM to 4 PM and June 15th from 9 AM to 2 PM at 722 N. Linn St in Princeton. Items for sale include a Craftsman Band Saw, numerous tools, a recliner, teen homecoming dresses, plus-size women's clothes, home decor, and women's shoes.

• A substantial garage sale will take place at 576 Boyd Ave, Greencroft from June 13-15, with hours extending from 10am-6pm on Thursday, 9am-4pm on Friday, and 9am-2pm on Saturday. Items for sale include a wide range of home and wall decor, an electric lawn mower, various dishes, plenty of furniture, a 32" TV, and Christmas decorations. Additionally, there will be records, girls' clothing ranging from 3 months to size 8, fine glassware, tools, books, medical items, and much more.

• More in Bureau County is hosting a county-wide garage sale event on Father's Day weekend, June 14 and 15. This year, the event extends beyond its traditional Route 34 location, inviting the entire community to participate.

Add your garage sale to the list — email: [email protected]

🏠PRINCETON HOMES FOR SALE

• Discover spacious living in Princeton with this charming quad-level home at 658 Park Ave E, listed at $249,500. This property features four bedrooms, including a primary suite with an en-suite bathroom and walk-in closet, and a total of 2.1 bathrooms. The kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances and bamboo flooring, opening to a living area with wall-to-wall windows for abundant natural light. Additional highlights include a screened-in porch, a mostly fenced-in backyard, and a four-car garage capacity, making this an ideal family home.

• Embrace the beauty of nature with this captivating single-family home situated on a sprawling 5.54-acre lot at 14119 2100 North Ave, Princeton, IL. Priced at $325,000, this property features three bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and 1,430 square feet of living space. Revel in the outdoor splendor of flowering trees, fruit bushes, and a scenic pond, perfect for those who love fresh air and green spaces. The home includes a three-car garage, an updated kitchen with hardwood floors, and a cozy central wood stove, making it an idyllic retreat from the hustle and bustle.

• Experience the charm of this delightful Victorian home at 127 S Church St, Princeton, IL, listed for $169,000. Nestled on a tranquil, tree-lined street, this property features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and extends over 2,062 square feet. Enjoy the original wood-burning fireplace, beautiful moldings, and exquisite woodwork throughout the home. It also includes an oversized two-car detached garage, providing ample space for vehicles and storage.

📍OUTSIDE CITY LIMITS

• KWQC: Human remains were discovered near the decommissioned Cherry Mine in Cherry, Illinois, prompting a response from the Bureau County Sheriff's Office early in the morning. The remains, found to be severely decomposed, will require an autopsy to establish identity and cause of death. This ongoing investigation involves the Bureau County Coroner and Illinois State Police Crime Scene Investigators.

• The Allure of Walnut is hosting the Second Annual Father's Day Car Show on Friday, June 14th, from 10 AM to 12 PM at Walnut Nursing Home, located at 308 S. Second St., Walnut. Attendees are encouraged to bring their vehicles or come to enjoy the showcase. For more information, call 815-379-2131.

• Didley's Bar & Grill is hosting a Father's Day Buffet on June 16th from 10:30 AM to 2 PM at 112 South Main Street, Walnut. The buffet will feature a variety of delicious options including scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, biscuits and gravy, brisket, chicken strips, mashed potatoes, lasagna, green beans with bacon, dinner rolls, a salad bar, pretzel salad, donut holes, and cookies. For more information, call 815-379-2533.

• The 19th Annual Bureau Valley Area Benefit Run will take place on Saturday, June 15th. Sign-up and start at Beer Here Bar and Grill in Manlius, with the first vehicle out at 11:30 AM and the last vehicle in at 6:00 PM. The event costs $20 per player and includes food at the second stop, courtesy of Huseman Farms of Walnut and K&K Farms of Sheffield. Proceeds will benefit Kate Aukes of Wyanet, who is recovering from necrotizing fasciitis. The event will also feature a 50/50 raffle, auctions, and more. For questions or donations, contact Tom Brummel at 815-878-4319.

Here are some family events happening this summer:

• June 21: Rock Falls Summer Splash in Rock Falls from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

• July 5: Petunia Festival Family Fun Night in Dixon from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.

• July 13: Bumps, Babies, & Toddlers Resource Fair at Dixon Park District Facility from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

• July 26: Ptown Proud Back to School Bash in Prophetstown from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.

• August 2: Hot Dog Days in Sterling from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM and Forreston Sauerkraut Days in Forreston from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

• August 10: Back to School Bash (PreK - Third Grade) at Wooden Wonderland Park in Dixon from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

⛪️CHURCHES

Vacation Bible Schools

• Princeton Bible Church | June 9th-13th | 6-8:30pm | Sign Up Here

• First Lutheran Church | July 14-18 | 5:00-7:30pm |  815-875-1685

• Evangelical Covenant Church | June 10th-14th | 9-11:30am | Sign Up Here

• Bureau Township Community Church | July 8th-12th | 6pm | Website 

• Princeton First United Methodist Church | July 8th-11th | 6pm | Sign Up

• Tiskilwa Community Church | June 24th-28th | 6pm | Sign Up: 815-878-4763

The Bureau County Food Pantry, in collaboration with the Old Wheels Club and 1st Lutheran Church, is hosting a Mobile Food Pantry event at the Bureau County Fairgrounds on Thursday, June 27th, starting at 10:00 a.m., with registration at 9:15 a.m. Participants are encouraged to bring laundry baskets for food collection, and the distribution will be conducted indoors for comfort and accessibility. The event is supported by volunteers, and further details, including a map of local food pantries, can be found on the River Bend Food Bank website.

Princeton First United Methodist Church is saying farewell to Reverend Ryan Sutton, who has served for the past five years. His final services will be on Saturday, June 15 at 5:30 PM with a reception to follow, and Sunday, June 16 at 9:00 AM with a reception to follow. The public is invited to attend and thank him as he relocates to Roscoe United Methodist Church.

Add your church to the list — email: [email protected]

🤝HELP WANTED

Dauber Company, a manufacturer of high-quality silicon carbide products, is family-owned and operated and is located in Tonica, Illinois.

We are hiring experienced maintenance workers starting at $32/hr, entry-level maintenance workers at $25-31/hr, and laborers starting at $24/hr.

Dauber Company offers paid holidays and vacation, 100% free medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401k plan, profit sharing, and advancement opportunities.

Apply by sending an email to [email protected], mailing to 577 N. 18th Rd, Tonica, or calling 815-442-3569, extension *813.

🎣FATHER’S DAY WEEKEND IN BUREAU COUNTY

Friday:

• Lunch in the Park - Main St., Princeton - Flags of Freedom

• Hungry World Farm Wood Fired Pizza - Tiskilwa

• Movie & Music - Spring Valley Mini Park

Saturday:

• Psycho Silo Car & Motorcycle Swap Meet

• Town-wide Sales in Wyanet & Princeton

• Beef & Ag Festival with Jason Pritchett

• Ryan Daniel Concert - Psycho Silo

• Princeton Farmers Market

 Sunday:

• Community Band Concert - Princeton

• Lake Depue Car Show

• Music in the Meadow Hornbakers Garden

Other Highlights:

• Old Wheels Car Show at 1st Lutheran Princeton -Saturday

• Daddy's & Donuts at Zearing Park - Saturday

• Sunset Ridge Motocross - Walnut - MX Championship from Friday to Sunday

Additional Information:

• Garage sale fliers available at the Prouty Building & local gas stations.

• For more details, visit the Bureau County Tourism Facebook page or bureaucounty-il.gov, or email Kathy at [email protected].

• Contact: 815-866-3606

☀️GET MORE SUNSHINE

The sun is essential for human well-being, providing numerous physical and psychological benefits. Firstly, sunlight is a primary source of vitamin D, crucial for bone health, immune function, and overall vitality. It helps our bodies absorb calcium, preventing diseases like osteoporosis. Additionally, exposure to sunlight regulates our circadian rhythms, promoting better sleep patterns and enhancing mood. This natural light stimulates the production of serotonin, a hormone associated with feelings of happiness and well-being, thereby reducing the risk of depression. Sunlight also has a positive impact on cardiovascular health by improving blood circulation and reducing blood pressure. Furthermore, it supports a healthy immune system by activating T-cells, our body's natural defense against pathogens.