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Good morning, Princeton. Especially the Logan 6th-grade girls’ basketball team for placing 3rd at the JFK basketball tournament. Way to bring home the hardware! All of your hard work paid off ladies. Well done!

Now let’s get to it.

—Justin Bullington

📬IN THIS ISSUE

💡What You Should Know
🏠Princeton Homes for Sale
⚽️High School Home Games This Week
☀️Princeton Weather
⛽️Princeton Gas Prices
💼Princeton Businesses
🎈Balloon Bash
🎳Bowling for Veterans
📍Outside City Limits
👷Princeton Job Opportunities
🍿At the Apollo

💡WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

• Happy Birthday, Mike Luft and Shannon Sissel! 🍰

• City of Princeton: Halloween Trick-or-Treat Hours wil be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 31, 2024. Participating households should have a porch light on. Trick-or-Treaters should do their best to be visible and be mindful of traffic at al times. Vehicle drivers should do their best to be mindful of low-visibility costumes and children crossing the roadways at all times.

• Early voting is now available at the Bureau County Clerk’s Office, open Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 4 PM until November 5th.

• The Princeton Rotary Club is hosting a blood drive on October 8th from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Rotary Park. Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome, and participants should bring a photo ID.

• The Princeton Fire Department will be at Culver’s on October 22nd from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM for a Touch-A-Truck event. Families can come by for cheese curds and to check out the fire engine and ambulance.

• The Bureau County Emergency Management Agency is seeking volunteers to join its Field Service Unit. Opportunities include emergency communications, EOC support, and field operations, and interested individuals can find more information on their website.

• Shadows of the Blue and Gray will take place at City County Park on October 12th and 13th, with a School Day by appointment on October 11th.

• The 2024 Illinois fall trout season will open Saturday, Oct. 19 at 60 ponds, lakes, and streams throughout the state.

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🏠PRINCETON HOMES FOR SALE

• A cozy home located at 308 N Pleasant St, is listed for $110,000. Built in 1896, this two-bedroom, one-bath property offers 1,048 square feet of living space. The primary bedroom is spacious, measuring 22 x 11 feet, while the second bedroom is 12 x 12 feet. The home features vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, and a charming layout, making it an affordable option with character. Situated on a 5,837-square-foot lot, this house provides both comfort and history at a budget-friendly price.

• A brick ranch home at 16 W Boyd Ave is on the market for $225,000, following a recent $10,000 price cut. Built in 1957, this 2,032-square-foot residence offers three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a spacious layout. Features include a gas fireplace, built-in bookcases, a four-season room, and hardwood flooring. The full basement is ready to be finished or used for hobbies and storage, and the roof is less than 10 years old. Recent updates include a new electrical box installed in the summer of 2024, with HVAC and water heater upgrades completed in 2014.

• A historic home at 627 E Peru St, is for sale at $439,000. This spacious 4,162-square-foot property features six bedrooms, three and a half bathrooms, and a two-car garage on a 2.3-acre lot. Built in 1898, the home is a well-known local landmark, featuring a unique iron deer statue in the yard since 1896. The house retains classic charm with brick and mortar construction, and it is serviced by public water and sewer systems. It provides a blend of historical significance and ample living space, perfect for those seeking a distinctive residence.

⚽️HIGH SCHOOL HOME GAMES THIS WEEK

October 7

🎾 Girls’ Varsity Tennis vs. Morris High School, 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

🎾 Girls’ F-S Tennis vs. Morris High School, 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

🏐 Girls’ Sophomore Volleyball vs. Illinois Valley Central, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

🏐 Girls’ Freshman Volleyball vs. Illinois Valley Central, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

🏐Girls’ Varsity Volleyball vs. Illinois Valley Central, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

October 8

🏐 Girls’ Freshman Volleyball vs. Kewanee High School, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

🏐 Girls’ Sophomore Volleyball vs. Kewanee High School, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

🏐 Girls’ Varsity Volleyball vs. Kewanee High School, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

October 10

⚽ Boys’ Varsity Soccer vs. Byron High School, 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

October 12

⚽ Boys’ JV Soccer vs. PHS JV Tournament, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

🏐 Girls’ Varsity Volleyball vs. Princeton Invitational, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

🌤️PRINCETON WEATHER

☀️Today: Sunny with a high of 69°F. Winds will come from the north at 5 to 10 mph. The evening will be mostly clear, with a low of 39°F. Winds will be light and variable.

☀️Tuesday: A mainly sunny sky with a high of 74°F. Winds will be from the west-northwest at 10 to 15 mph. The evening will remain mostly clear, with a low of 43°F. Winds will be light and variable.

☀️Wednesday: Sunny throughout the day with a high near 79°F. Winds will come from the north-northeast at 10 to 15 mph. The evening will be mostly clear, with a low of 46°F. Winds will be light and variable.

⛽️PRINCETON GAS PRICES

Regular

Amoco, 720 N Main St: $3.39
Sullivan’s Foods: $3.43
Casey’s West/North: $3.47
Beck’s West/North: $3.47
Road Ranger, N Main St: $3.47
Shell, 2225 N Main St: $3.47

👀Peru Sapp Bros.: $2.93

💼PRINCETON BUSINESSES

• Hornbaker Gardens is holding an End of Season Sale with up to 75% off on perennials, trees, shrubs, grasses, daylilies, and pottery. The sale runs from September 20th until October 10th, while supplies last, and the City of Princeton is offering a fall tree rebate for tree planting during this time.

• Tony’s Butt Shack BBQ is hosting a Halloween Boo Bash on Monday, October 21, from 5-8 PM. The event will feature trunk-or-treat, live music, free food, and a vendor show.

• Wild Honey Boutique is offering fall fashion from Blu Pepper, available in three styles and sizes small to large.

• The Coffee Cup’s parking lot will undergo construction, with the north side closed off. Customers are advised to use the entrances on Main Street or Railroad Avenue and avoid driving through restricted areas.

• Four Seasons is offering a 26% discount on all purchases with code “OCTOBER” until October 13, 2024. Free shipping is available on orders over $75, with some exclusions.

• Xan Dandy Cotton Candy Co. announces a busy weekend of events, including Witches Night Out on October 11 and the Shadows of the Blue & Grey events on October 12-13.

• Neighborhood Ace Hardware has new snacks available for $6.99 a bag. Selections include Mazin’ Mallows in various flavors and Brain Freeze freeze-dried candies.

• Optimal Health is excited to announce the arrival of new mocktails and their popular Wild Tonic kombucha in the cooler. They also offer convenient meal options with gluten-free chicken nuggets and Annie’s mac and cheese varieties. Stop by today for healthy and easy-to-prepare dinner solutions!

• Freedom House is hosting a Fall Family Fun Fest on Saturday, October 12th, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Soldiers and Sailors Park. The event will feature a bounce house, face painting, crafts, a bake walk, cotton candy, games, a dunk tank, a scavenger hunt, and more, in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

• Boek-el-Zoo has received a big shipment of animals, including chinchillas, hedgehogs, and guinea pigs, along with great deals like used tanks for $1 a gallon. Shoppers can also check out the new trading card collection and try to win $20 in the gumball machine.

• Hoppy-Go-Lucky Hollands Rabbitry is offering three Holland Lop rabbits with pedigrees: two does and one buck. The available rabbits include a 3-year-old proven black tort doe, a 10-month-old opal doe, and a 1.5-year-old broken blue tort buck. For more information and pictures, potential buyers can reach out privately; the rabbits are located in Princeton.

• Scooter's Coffee is bringing back their Courage Cookie along with the new Courage Quencher, featuring strawberry and lime flavors. From September 27th through October 31st, 2024, 20% of sales from these items will be donated to The Pink Agenda to support breast cancer research. Enjoy a sweet treat while supporting a great cause!

• Chapel Hill Golf Course and Event Center is hosting a Halloween Costume Party on Saturday, October 26th, from 8 PM to 12 AM, featuring a DJ, drink specials, $1 drafts, and giveaways. There will be a cash prize for the best dressed costume.

• Bean Buzz invites you to try their iced or hot Cafe Miel, featuring cinnamon and local honey from Miss Paula's.

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🎈MONSTER MASH BALOON BASH

Tickets for tethered balloon rides are now on sale! Spots are limited, so grab your tickets early and experience the thrill of floating high under the Halloween sky!

The spooky fun is almost here! Mark your calendars and gather the family for a day filled with Halloween magic at the Monster Mash Balloon Bash on October 12th. Here’s the lineup of all the fun you won’t want to miss all weekend long.

Soldiers and Sailors Park

8:30 AM - 1:00 PM – Princeton Farmers Market

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM – Freedom House Fall Family Fun Fest

4:00 PM – Costume Contest - For all ages and pets!

5:00 PM – Halloween Parade (Route: Soldiers and Sailors Park heading North to City Hall > Central Avenue to Bureau County Fairgrounds)

Main Street

Check out the Chamber’s 12th Annual Scarecrow Contest with over 35 entries!

1:00 - 3:00PM – Trick or Treating at Main Street Businesses

Bureau County Fairgrounds

4:30 PM - 7:30 PM – Tethered Hot Air Balloon Rides (get your tickets using the link above--walk-up tickets available after 7:30PM)

5:00 - 10:00 PM – Mummies Café open for service!

5:00 - 9:00 PM – Food Trucks (Farmer Smoked BBQ, Marichuy's Taco Truck, and Wild Ginger Bistro)

6:00 PM – Hocus Pocus Hags Performance

6:00 - 8:00 PM – Hot Air Balloon Glow, Trunk-or-Treat, Petting Zoo & Fall Fun

7:00 - 10:00 PM – The Nightmare Haunted Attraction (Lights-On-Haunt Experience 6:30-7:00 PM)

7:00PM – Cake Walk

7:30 - 9:00 PM – Hocus Pocus Outdoor Movie (bring your lawn chairs and blankets!)

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🎳BOWLING FOR VETERANS: SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9TH AT PIN SPLITTERS LANE

Shifts:  

• 1st Shift: 1:00 PM

• 2nd Shift: 3:30 PM

• 3rd Shift: 6:00 PM

Details: 

• 9 Pin No Tap

• Form your own team of 4

• Silent auction will be held

Registration Fee: $20 per person

• All donations (cash or items) will be accepted.

• Please advise any board members if you wish to donate to this great cause.

🇺🇸Let's not forget our Veterans!

Contacts: 

• Randy Allen: 815-878-5781

• Anna Flaig: 815-878-3521

👷‍♂️PRINCETON JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Store Manager | The Princeton Closet | Full Time | Pay Not Provided

The Princeton Closet is seeking a full-time store manager. The Closet is a faith-based resale organization whose mission is to give back to the community. The manager works full time M-F with once-a-month Saturdays required. Other requirements include retail sales management experience, team orientation, leadership, excellent communication, computer skills, financial skills, and past work with volunteers is a plus. Submit all resumes to [email protected].

• Certified Nursing Assistant | In Home Care Connection Hospice Services | $19.00 per hour | Part-time | Flexible schedule, travel reimbursement

• Delivery Driver | AutoZone | Part-time | Health insurance, dental insurance

• Janitor | Combined Cleaning and Restoration Inc | $15.00 - $16.25 an hour | Part-time & Full-time | 15 to 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday

• Inventory Research Warehouse Specialist | Ace Hardware Corporation | $19.00 - $20.50 an hour | Full-time | Overtime

• Tree Climber/Trimmer | Taylor's Way | Up to $25 an hour | Full-time | Monday to Friday

• General Laborer | Ag View FS | Full-time

• Groundskeeper | Princeton High School | $15 - $17 an hour | Full-time | 8 hour shift

• Lawn Care Specialist | Taylor's Way | $18 - $21 an hour | Full-time | 35 to 45 hours per week | Monday to Friday

• Maintenance Worker | Greenfield Retirement Home | From $18.50 an hour | Full-time | 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday

• Administrative Assistant - Zoning Department | Bureau County | $14 an hour | Full-time | Monday to Friday

⛪️Part-time positions open at St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church:

• Director of Music Ministry

• Director of Youth & Family Ministry

• Media Outreach Technician

For more details, visit www.StMatthewsPrinceton.org or send resumes to [email protected].

Add a job to the list — email: [email protected]

📍OUTSIDE CITY LIMITS

• The Sheffield Public Library will host “Spooktacular at the Library” on October 26th from 1 PM to 3 PM. The event features kids’ games, a pumpkin craft, and business trick-or-treating. The library is located at 136 E Cook St, Sheffield.

• Streator man arrested Friday by U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force on multiple charges, including warrant for prior felony

• Following a recent minimum wage increase in 2024, the state is preparing for another hike in 2025

• Early harvest exceeding expectations in NE Illinois

• Clock Changing In Illinois: Here’s When We Turn Them Back An Hour

🍿AT THE APOLLO

Joker: Folie à Deux (R)

• The highly anticipated sequel to Joker, exploring the next chapter in the dark and chaotic world of Gotham’s most infamous villain.

• Showtimes: Tuesday to Thursday: 6:00 PM

The Wild Robot (PG)

• An animated adventure about a robot navigating the wilderness and discovering the meaning of life.

• Showtimes: Tuesday to Thursday: 6:15 PM

🔜Coming Soon

White Bird

• From the best-selling author of Wonder, this film follows a young boy and his journey of kindness and bravery during difficult times.

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

• Directed by Dallas Jenkins, this heartwarming film tells the story of a chaotic but ultimately charming Christmas pageant put on by a group of mischievous kids.

Wicked

• The story of the witches of Oz before Dorothy, focusing on the unlikely friendship between Glinda the Good Witch and Elphaba, the Wicked Witch of the West.

Venom: The Last Dance

• Tom Hardy returns as Eddie Brock in the latest installment of the Venom series, battling new villains while trying to keep his symbiotic alter-ego under control.

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