July 10, 2025

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Special Inside this issue:
Tax Delinquent Real Estate list of properties have been sold for delinquent taxes and a Petition for deed on the premises described below has been filed in the Circuit Court of Vermilion County, Illinois, on June 10, 2025 as Case 2025-TX-000233.

Sidell Food Pantry facing empty shelves, lack of help

Coming down in Sidell…
       And going up in Sidell…
Building clean up and water tower construction begins

Fairmount & Jamaica Flashback

Obituary
    JANE MONSSON died Sunday, June 29, 2025 in Plano, TX. She was 73. She was the daughter of Dougl as and Sara “Sallie” Monsson.  Jane taught science and coached girls’ basketball at Jamaica Junior High for several years in the 1980s. After moving to Texas, she had a multi-faceted career as a horseback riding instructor, graphic design artist and accomplished water-color painter.  She had one sister, Ann (Jack) Lee of Boynton Beach, Florida.
    Jane was a beloved riding instructor at Mill-Again Stables, whose strength, honesty, and kindness left a lasting impact on all who knew her.
    She was a talented and dedicated teacher, known for her stern yet caring approach to horsemanship and effective riding. She invested every ounce of her heart and soul into her students, often going beyond riding lessons to offer guidance, support, and encouragement in their lives. Her commitment to her craft and her students made her not only a skilled instructor but also a cherished mentor and friend.
    In addition to her influence in the arena, Jane was an accomplished artist. She possessed a remarkable ability to capture the unique personality and expression of each horse she painted. Her art is a beautiful testament to her talent and the deep connection she shared with the animals she loved.
    Jane’s legacy is felt daily at Mill-Again Stables and she will be deeply missed but remembered fondly for her strength, her kindness, and the positive influence she had on everyone around her.
    A Celebration of Life will be held July 12, 2025 from 12:00-3:00pm. The address is Mill Again Stables, 3116 East Parker Rd. Plano, TX 75074.

Sidell Reporter is seeking help
    The Sidell Reporter would like to hire an additional recipe columnist to their staff. Columnists are asked to write four week’s of recipes three times a year. Guest columnists who might like to try it just a time or two, are also welcome.
    The Reporter is also needing to add to their staff  a reporter to cover one or two board meetings a month, especially the Fairmount Village Board that meets the third Wednesday of each month.
    If interested contact Editor Rinda Maddox editor@thesidellreporter.com or 217.288.9365.



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Special Issues Great for Jamaica Alumni
“A Look Back at 39 Years of Cardinal Pride.”
40 pages covering Jamaica sports from 1955-1995. Lots of pictures, stats and memories from fans and athletes. $15-pick up at Sidell Reporter; $17.50 to be mailed.

“The 50th Anniversary of Jamaica High School: 1955-2006” commemorative issue.
32 pages with over 100 photos depicting the first 50 years of Jamaica High School. Includes a list of all graduates and teachers. $15-pick up at Sidell Reporter; $17.50 to be mailed.

“Jamaica High Alumni Photo Album 1956-2015” 64-page album of each senior composite that hung in the hallway at Jamaica High. $15-pick up at Sidell Reporter, $19.50 to be mailed.