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Police are investigating a hit-and-run accident report-ed at 11:08 a.m. Thursday in the 800 block of East Hon-eywell. An unknown vehicle hit a fire hydrant, pushing it over. Two Hoopeston women arrested after a traffic stop at 1:21 p.m. Thursday at South Third St. and East Penn. Megan Lane, 32, and Ashleigh E. Sosbe, 38, were each charged with possession of drug paraphernalia and released on a notice to appear in Hoopeston City Court. Javier Aguirre, 44, of Hoopeston, was arrested after police stopped him at 5:37 p.m. Thursday at South Mar-ket and East Washington about a bicycle issue. Found to be wanted on a warrant, he was taken to the Public Safety Building in Danville in lieu of bond. A 46-year-old Hoopeston man reported at 9:50 p.m. Thursday that property was stolen from his residence in the 400 block of North Ninth Ave. The theft is under investigation. A 14-year-old Hoopeston boy, on home confine-ment, was found at 10:33 p.m. Thursday in another loca-tion in the 600 block of West Elm. The boy was charged with violation of court order/probation and was taken to the Juvenile Detention Center in Danville to await a hear-ing. Haley Edwards, 24, of Hoopeston, was arrested

after police were called at 1:30 p.m. Friday to Hoopeston Marathon where a video purportedly showed her failing to pay for an item. Edwards was located at West Chestnut and South Sec-ond Ave., allegedly with an open container of alcohol. She was charged with burglary and transportation of open container of alcohol and taken to the Public Safety Building in Danville to await arraignment.

Briefly Meetings

● Hoopeston City Council, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Hoopeston City Hall. ● Hoopeston Area School Board, 6 p.m. Thursday, mid-dle school library

Koffee & Konversation Come join us at Hoopeston Methodist for Koffee & Konversation! We start at 8:30 a.m. every Tuesday with coffee and donuts or rolls. There is always laughter and sometimes some very interesting conversation. We do not meet on holidays or during blizzards, ice storms or -10 degree days. All are welcome.

At the library Upcoming activities at Hoopeston Public Library in-

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LAYDEN - Richard Phillip “Dick” Layden, 89, of Hoopeston, died at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2020 at Heritage Health, Hoopeston. Visitation was 2-5 p.m. Sunday, with rosary service at 4:45 p.m., at An-derson Funeral Home, Hoopeston. Funeral Mass will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Hoopeston. He will be cremated and burial held in Floral Hill Cemetery at a later date. Memori-

als are suggested to St. Anthony Catholic Church, 423 S. Third St., Hoopeston IL 60942 or Hoopeston Area High School FFA Alumni Association. TAYLOR - Brooke Erin (Ennen) Taylor, 37, of Gibson City, formerly of Hoopeston, died at 5:15 p.m. Monday, Jan. 13. 2020 at Kindred Hospital, Peo-ria. She was cremated and visitation will be held 11 a.m. until the 1 p.m. memorial service Wednesday at Anderson Funeral Home, Hoopeston. Burial will be in Floral Hill Cemetery, Hoopeston. Memorials are suggested to Amputee Coalition, 900 East Hill Ave., Suite 390, Knoxville, TN 37915 or American Diabe-tes Association, 2451 Crystal Dr., Suite 900, Arling-ton, VA 22202.

Obituaries

Lunch Menus

Hoopeston Area grade schools MONDAY: No school TUESDAY: Pepperoni pizza, baby carrots, salad, peaches, milk WEDNESDAY: Mini corndogs, baked beans, cu-cumber slices, applesauce, milk THURSDAY: Taco, chips & salsa, baby carrots, salad, pineapple, milk FRIDAY: Hamburger/bun, tator tots,, mixed fruit, Cherry Star juice, milk

Hoopeston Area Middle School MONDAY: No school TUESDAY: Pancake & sausage, hash brown, salad bar, mandarin orange, milk WEDNESDAY: Tacos, refried beans, chips & salsa, salad bar, pears, milk THURSDAY: Salisbury steak/biscuit, mixed vege-tables, salad bar, applesauce, milk FRIDAY: Pizza, salad bar, mixed fruit, milk

Hoopeston Area High School MONDAY: No school TUESDAY: Pancake & sausage or Hot Pocket, hash brown, salad bar, mandarin orange, milk, juice WEDNESDAY: Tacos or pork BBQ, refried beans, chips & salsa, salad bar, pears, milk, juice THURSDAY: Salisbury steak/biscuit or hot ham & cheese, mixed vegetables, salad bar, applesauce, milk, juice FRIDAY: Pizza or fish sandwich, salad bar, mixed fruit, milk, juice

the sectionals. After three games, Payton was in seventh place with a 666 series with games of 222-241-203. In game four, he continued to advance with a 216 game to move into third place. Game five saw a total breakdown in lane conditions as he struggled to a 117 then finished

Weather Partly sunny today. High 22. Tonight, partly cloudy. Low 13. Tomorrow, sunny. High 27, low 20. For real time Hoopeston weather, visit justthefacts.net/weather/.

the day with a 181 for a 1180 series, good enough for eighth place. Only the top 10 bowlers advance. Casey Bence finished with a 1039 series, just missing to advance. He had games of 214-210. Landon Mills had a very mice 232. Cameron Zorn and Clayton Hankins rounded out the Cornjerkers team which finished 10th overall. Berlin will be joined in Collinsville by Danville High bowlers Chris Demos, seventh; and Brent Rickgaur 10th Monday the girls finish their regular season with a very strong tournament in Sterling. Good luck to them.

The Cornjerker Boys Bowling team competed in the Jerseyville IHSA Regional bowling Tournament on Sat-urday. The Jerkers found tough lane conditions and stiff-er competition all day. Senior Payton Berlin was the only Jerker to advance to

Classifieds

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

1 bedroom apartment at Princess Theater. Rent is $450 per month and Includes utilities and appliances. Application and deposit required. Applications can be found online: b2lproperty-management.com/

HELP WANTED

The City of Hoopeston is seeking applications for a fulltime Street and Alley position. Applicant must have a CDL or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire. The ability to operate and maintain equipment a plus. Flexible schedule required. Please inquire at City Hall for more information about the posi-tion, 217-283-5833. Applications may be picked up and returned to City Hall, 301 W. Main St.

Hubbard Trail Country Club is currently taking applications for a Clubhouse manager. Duties included are: Supervise, Train and Schedule bar and kitchen employees. Place food and beer orders. Schedule and coordinate wedding and party events, golf outings and clubhouse activities. Promote activities through email, social media and print ads. 20 hours per week, salary is based on expe-rience. If you have experience in the service industry, enjoy working with the public, email your resume to htcc-golf@yahoo.com or mail to PO Box 305, Hoopeston, IL 60942.

We are currently hiring for our Verizon location next to McDon-ald's in Hoopeston! Are you interested in pursuing a career in sales where you can earn a base plus commission? Then this position might just be for you! If you like sales, love technology and have a competitive spirit you may have what it takes to join our amazing team! You'll use your knowledge and passion for technology to deliver an effortless customer experience while pursuing challenging and rewarding goals! This role comes with an hourly base and commission package as well as awesome benefits. Please email your resume to seth.wilson@alstiremart.com or stop by our store for more de-tails.

Aquality Solutions is looking for full-time delivery drivers skilled

in efficiency, organization, and flexibility. Delivery Drivers will deliver bottled water and bagged salt to commercial and residen-tial customers and must have knowledge or be willing to learn maintenance operations when not driving. Apply in person at 102 N 1st Street in Hoopeston or call us at 855-692-7824.

Silgan Containers is hiring press line mechanics. *Starting pay increased.* For more information or to apply, please go online to silgancontainers.mua.hrdepartment.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/ 10377/0

Sygma is hiring Class A CDL drivers. Experienced drivers with clean records could qualify for a $12,500 sign on bonus. Sygma is also looking for students for their CDL school. You must be 21 and have your Class A permit to be eligible. We have part time and seasonal work available as well. Go to www.sygmanetwork.com or call 855-770-3210

Full-Fill Industries Henning, IL offers job opportunities for full time/ part time employment. Choose the schedule that fits your life style: 1, 2, 3 or 4 days a week. Candidates must be 18 years old, and can pick their shift. Machine operators are needed for 1st & 2nd shift. We also offer fulltime positions with a full benefit package. If you are interested in working for a growing company, apply on-line at www.full-fill.com go to employment or employ-ment opportunities and apply as indicated. EOE

SERVICES

Paw Spa & More, 1208 S. Second Ave. Text/call (217) 260-3313. Grooming appointments available Tues.-Sat., 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Nail trimmings always $5. Walk-ins welcome. Buy 1 bath, get the next 25% off. 25% off all accessories. 50% off baths w/purchase of any basic obedience training class. Expires 1/31/20.

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The library will be open Monday, Jan., 20, Martin Luther King Day. Big Bang Thursday, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Weird and wacky science for kids in grades 3-5. Cooking the Books, 6-7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 23. This month’s theme is Chinese New Year. Pick a recipe from our special section. We’ll copy it for you to take, make and bring to share. Bring serving utensils. Drinks and tableware provided. Littles @ the Library, 10:30-11 a.m. Fridays. For kids 0-5 and their caretakers. Features stories, songs, crafts, learning and movement activities.

Food cupboard needs Grant Township Food Cupboard is need of the follow-ing: canned fruit, canned vegetables: (kidney and chili beans, tomatoes, peas) tuna, cereal (any kind), cornbread mix, peanut butter, spaghetti and sauce, bath soap, toilet tissue. Items may be taken to 525 S. Market St.

Payton Berlin advances to Collinsville sectional after good show at Jerseyville regionals