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Flora First Christian Church held First Annual Run for Heaven's Sake 1K/5K/10K run Saturday morningThe Clay County Advocate - Press-flora, IlMary Anne Maxwell
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Top Garagesales
4330 N. Ridge Rd. â" Saturday, 9-3, rain or shine! Take Rt. 250 towards Noble. Go past the Olney/Noble Airport Rd. Turn right on Ridge Rd. Go 1 mile. Old Navy, Gap, OshKosh and Carterâs clothes for baby girls 3-9m and 2T-5T, girls 4-14, and boys 5-8. Womenâs, menâs and plus size womenâs clothing, maternity clothing size medium & large, Silver Jeans, menâs suits, Longaberger baskets, kitchen center, wooden toy box, entertainment center, curio cabinet, hutch, toddler bed & mattress, baby swing, bouncy chairs, baby car seats, umbrella stroller, Medela breast pump, exercise cross-bow, Whirlpool risers, mailbox, outdoor flags, bicycle helmet, DVDâs, VHS movies, purses, shoes, toys, towels, blankets, throws, candles, books, puzzles, and lots of misc. NO EARLY SALES PLEASE!
Sat., May 18th, 430 West Elm, Estate Yard Sale. DVDâs, Furniture, Clothes, VHS Tapes, Lots of Stuff. 9:00 am to ?? (Rain Cancels)
9659th E. 900th Ave., one-mile west of fairgrounds, turn toward golf course, on right. 5-16, 12-6pm, 5-17, 10-3pm. Household items, washer/dryer, electric fireplace, entertainment center, youth bed, exercise bike.
204 Stanley Ave., Newton, Sat., May 18, 7-4, Multi-family, baby clothes/ items, household items, small AC. Glider, Microwave, garage door opener, video games, Miscellaneous items.
508 Orchard Drive, Sat., May 18, 7-noon, playpen, high chair, diaper champ, children clothing 12 mons.-3yr., adult clothing, home decoration items, Christmas items. Rain Cancels.
301 Walnut Street, May 17th, 8-4 & May 18th, 8-2, Clothes, antiques, household, books & magazines, crafts, fabric, jewelry and LOTS of Misc.
303 Douthit Drive, Sat., 7 a.m. - ? Multi-family, brand name clothes for kids and adults, toys, shoes, books and more.
702 Lincoln Street, Th./Fri. 8-4, Sat. 8-12, baby clothes, name brand 0-3 months., toys, blankets, bumper pads, ladies medium/large smocks, canning jars, lots of dishes, misc.
309 Iva Street, Newton, Fri. 17th, 3-? Sat. 18th, 7-1. Coors Light Beer Sign, toys, boys infant to 18 months clothing, carseat, high chair, walker, play pen, cloth diapers, womenâs plus size, menâs 2XL, Playboy magazines.
Mega Garage Sale! 28 Homestead Drive, May 17, 7-7, May 18, 7-1, 7 families, boys/girls clothing, 0-3T (like new), Collectibles, decorations, housewares, adult clothing of all sizes, Tons more. Lemonade/coffee/cookies.
307 Wilson Street, Friday, May 17, 4-6, Saturday, May 18, 7-noon. Young menâs; Jrâs; misses clothes; left handed bow; household, misc.
907 S. Van Buren, Friday, May 17th, 12:00-?, Saturday, May 18th, 7:00-?? Outdoor toys, knickknacks, boys/girls clothes 18 month-4T, convertible crib, Barbie toys, kitchen pantry cabinet, formals, toys, books.
305 Wilson Street, Friday, May 17, 4-6, Saturday, May 18, 7-12. Girlâs clothes, 0-24 months, bibs, hats, shoes, walker, bottles, vibrating chair, carrier w/2 bases, toys. Adult clothes, purses, shoes, dresser-bed set.
407 S. Van Buren Street, May-17 3pm-7pm, May-18 8am-1:00pm. Boys clothes NB-4T, Girls NB-3month, baby swing, baby boy bedding, adult/juniors namebrand clothes, maternity clothes, exercise bike, household decor, end table.
Moving Sale: Fri. May 17th 4-7 P.M., Sat. May 18th 8-10 A.M., 1309 Cypress Road, Olney. Old Town Canoe, Paddles, Life Jackets $500.00 (Firm, Cash). 618-393-6796. Furniture: Wall Unit, Retro Kitchen Table & Chairs, Antique Dining Table, Shelving; Numerous Household Items.
Friday, 17th, Saturday, 18th, 7:30-12:00. Turn North at Lis, 2nd road to right. Follow signs. Purses, shoes, Menâs XL-2XL. Womenâs S-L, girls, toys, home decor. Rain or Shine
8 Carriage lane, Imperial Acres, Saturday, May 18th, 7:00-?? Girlâs clothes all sizes, boyâs clothes, womenâs/menâs clothes, baby items, shoes, misc. household items, baseball/softball items, weight bench, much more.
Turn right on 1st road running East & West behind Dollar General. Saturday, May 18, 7:30-1:00. Cushioned rocker, wood glider, housewares, (NEW DaVinci wedding gown; 3 Mori Lee formals, $500). Brand name misses clothes, juniors, junk.
303 W. Water, Half mile North of CVS. May-18, 8:00-1:00. Washer/dryer, new Avon products, Brand name womenâs/menâs clothing Small-Plus, shoes, DVDâs, Games, toys, recliner, tabletop grill, microwave, college items, clothesline poles, washstand, household items.
107 N. Hutton Drive. Saturday, May 18, 8:00-12:00. Girlâs newborn-3T, toys, baby items, outdoor toys and more. No early sales.
406 Cloverdale Road, West of Fairgrounds, Friday, 5-7, Saturday, 7-12. Baby items, strollers, toys, baby mattress, bedding, kids to adult clothes, shoes, household items, decor, misc. Multi-family â" Ochs/Kessler/Stark/Kinder.
5/17, Friday 1-6pm, 704 Kennedy, Dog Car Barrier, Home Decor, Planters, Fryer, Lamps, end table, Slip-N-Slide, Printer, Key Board, Mouse, Canister Set, Tool Craft Kit, Pictures, lawn tools, yard deco, knick-knacks, potato bin, Harley Rugs, other items to numerous to mention.
Saturday 7-11 am, 803 W. Mack Ave. Rain or Shine, Baby Girls 3mos. to 3T and 5T to size 10; Baby Boys 0-18 mos. and 3T-5T; Womenâs L-XL sizes 10-14; Maternity L and XL; Menâs XL to XXL; Several Jackets and Coats for all ages; childrenâs books, toys, and movies; Tons of VHS tapes; high chair; kids bikes; Americana Longaberger Baskets; misc.
Friday, 5/17. Multi Family Garage Sale: 9am-4pm. 2004 E. Scott Street, Olney. Baby girl clothes NB-2T, misc. baby items, boys clothes 8-14, Womenâs S-L. All clean, name brand. Tools, history books, household items. Rain or shine.
Garage Sale: 419 S. Dubois, Sumner. Saturday 18th, 8:00-5:00. Price to sale, New Items added.
102 W. Chestnut (Calhoun). 2 Family Yard Sale, Saturday, May 18th, 9-3. Clothing all sizes girls, Name Brand, 0-5 kids clothes, bassinet, baby swing, toys, antiques, old bottles, Patriotic and Indian Collectables, Jewelry, DVS Movies, household items, Knickknacks, play station games, mountain bike, lots and lots of misc. Cheap!!
RUMMAGE SALE at 431 East Sixth, Flora on SAT 5/18 @ 6a-Noon Becky Rains:â662-8959. Rain date - May 25. Marked to move! Coach purses/shoes/hats, clothes sz 1-XL. Professional attire, New York Company, Limited, Apt 9, Express, GAP, Loft, Christopher & Banks, Business suits, Jewelry sets, New Victoria Secret Bras/Lingerie. Clothing all seasons: Old Navy, âA Eagle, Aeropostale, A&F Charlotte Russe. Jackets:âLeather, Jean, Winter. Dance dresses: $25-50. Tommy Hilfiger Comforter Set, additional sets, pillows, bedding. New Yamaha EEE23 Keyboard w/ stand & accessories, 6ft. pre-lit pink Christmas tree. Like new leather/micro fiber ottoman 37â x 45â, Oak Armoire, bathroom mirror 40.5âx48â, Wolfe tanning bed, wing back recliner, Longaberger woven traditions heritage green retired dishes/specialty pieces, wall art, nick-knacks, dolls, Enesco Calico kittens, weed eater, stereos/tv, Baseball memorabilia, Ken Griffey Jr. jersey and more. Antiques: oak square claw foot table, oak coffee table, oak chairs, 3/4 walnut Jenny Lend headboard/mattress set, oak rocker, 3 legged table, quilting frames, ball canning jars, dishes, crazy quilt & pillow.
RUMMAGE SALE at 400 Austin Ave., Flora on SAT 5/18 @ 7:30 a.m. to Noon Great prices on a large selection of namebrand menâs jeans, slacks, shoes, boots; ladies jeans, slacks, shoes, camo hunting clothing, gun cases, knives, flashlights, camping gear, housewares, small appliances, Tupperware, electronics, and lots of miscellaneous.
MULTI-FAMILY RUMMAGE SALE at 5 Stone Forge Pike, Flora on SATâ5/18 @ 7am - Noon Lots of namebrand mens, womens & kids clothing. Kids clothing sizes boys sz. newborn to 8, girls sz 6-8 to sz 14. Shoes, purses, kids books, housewares, home decor, bedding, king size bedspread, toys, 19â TV, TVâstands, lots of misc. Harrell, Rinehart, Frost & Williams
RUMMAGE SALE at 7121 Old Hwy 50, Flora on FRI 5/17 @ 2p-? & SATâ5/18 @ 8am-? (Next to Lincoln school) Metal cabinets, Magazines from 1980, Tires, Tonka toys, Black entertainment center, Cozy coupe car, Other toys, Electric organ, Some clothing, Home Interior, Corner cabinet, Nick-nacks, Misc. County top, Wall Cabinet, Cake pans, Decoration for cakes, Purses, Perfume, Makeup, and rideable plastic Jeep. (If rain cancels)
CEFS/GOLDEN CIRCLE RUMMAGE SALE at 218 South Main, Flora on SAT 5/18 @ 8a-12p (No early sales) Lots of new items! Clothing all sizes, small appliances, home decor, toys, yard items, dishes and more. Donations still coming in. This Fundraiser helps provide activities for the seniors that participate in the Golden Circle/Meals on Wheels programs.
3-FAMILY YARD SALE at 444 Vincennes Ave, Flora on FRI 5/17 & SAT 5/18 @ 9a-? Couch, matching chair, entertainment center, TVs, toys, smoker, quilts, kids-adults clothes, lots of miscellaneous.
YARD SALE at Clay Co. Farm Bureau Bldg. on SATâ5/18 7am-Noon We will have nice gently worn clothing for the whole family all namebrand Abercrombie, American Eagle, Hollister, Justice, Crazy 8, Tommy, Etc. Teen boys S-L, Teen girls S-M, Little girls 4-5, 7-8, Womens S-L, 16-24, Mens L-XL, Shoes, Designer purses, Comforter sets, Small computer desk, Wii U-Draw, Breadmaker, XBox 360 with one controller, XBox, Wii, DS games, 2 color TVs, Toys, Twin sz. Mattress, Sm. Fish tank, Bi-fold doors, End tables, Lamp table w/ Magazine holder, Uniform scrubs, Household items, Indoor outdoor items, Something for everyone. Priced to sell!
RUMMAGE SALE at 433 W. 6th St., Flora on FRI 5/17 Rain date SAT 5/18. Guitar, chairs, dishes, file cabinet, costume jewelry, 5â dancing pirate, TVs china cabinet, Bar lites, Bar stools, End tables, Knick-knacks, Dressers, Mechanic tools, Clothes of all sizes, Belt buckles, Cowboy boots, Air pistol, Snow blade for 4-Wheeler, 2006 Kawasaki 900cc Classic
RUMMAGE SALE at 201 South Mill St., Flora on FRI 5/17 @ 9am - ? Lots of clothing all sizes, Toys, Baby items, Curtains, Books, and Misc. Rain cancels.
MOVING GARAGE SALE at 222 Fair Ave., Flora on FRIâ5/17 @ 9a-5p & SAT 5/18 @â8a-3p Wood chipper, â95 Chevy 4x4 Ex-Cab, Women & girlâs clothing Sm-5X, Curtains, Bedding, Household items, 4âx18â Swimming pool, What-nots, Tools, and much more.
RUMMAGE SALE at 12 Sunset Dr., Flora on FRI 5/17 @ 3-6p & SATâ5/18 @ 8a-1p Large multi-family sale. Wii system, baby items, scrubs, household decor, clothes all sizes, mens, womens, children.
FLEA MARKET at Flora Kiwanis Comm. Bldg (Hub) on SATâ5/18 @ 8a-4p New & Used. Toddler bed (cars), toys, knives, camping supplies, wedding dress (sz. med), purses, quilts, candles, jewelry, collectables, Avon, plus lots more... There will also be a large variety of hand crafted items available. If you have any scissors or pinking shears that need sharpened, bring them by any time after noon... we have a vendor for that too. Something for everyone.
BENEFIT GARAGE SALE at 100 W. North Ave., Flora on FRI 5/17 @ 2-6p & SATâ5/18 @ 8a-4p (Northwest corner at downtown stoplight) Clay CountyâAnimal Rescue and Shelter (CCARS) Indoor Huge Inventory. 1/2 off after 2 p.m. on Saturday.
RUMMAGE SALE at 421 S 5th St SW, Clay City on SATâ5/18 @ 8a-? 4 blocks West Methodist Church, Clay City.
Variety of Outdoor Plants: Patio Planters â¢Window Boxes â¢Pedestal Urns â¢Combo Color GardensOffering Cemetery Memorial Flowers in Baskets ⢠Saddles ⢠Cans & Cones for Vases â¢âDo-it-yourself Supplies and Flower BushesOpen Every Weekend in MayFri - Sat 7am-5p & Sun 10am-5pm1545 N. State, Flora(Former Petal Pushers Shop)RUMMAGE SALE EVERY WEEKEND IN MAY. FAMILY ITEMS ADDED WEEKLY.
RUMMAGE SALE at 10 Sunset Dr, Flora on FRI 5/17 @ 6:30a-? & SATâ5/18 @ 6:30a - Noon Bet with hubby that I canât sell it all, so enlisting your help. There is really NICE stuff! Kids: clothes & toys, end table, ladies & gents clothing. Little Tykes toybox, still digging! Lemonade stand on Saturday.
YARD SALE at Corner of 233 E. 10th & Sycamore St., Flora on FRI 5/17 @ 2:30p - Dark & SATâ5/18 @ 8a-1:30p Various sizes mens, ladies, boys, girls &âlittle ones clothing. New lawn chairs, Old time bird cage, numerous other items. Truckload from out of the county.
GARAGE SALE at 1508 N. State Rd., Flora on FRI 5/17 & SAT 5/18 @ 7a-5p (Brick house next to Burger King) Iris, Hosta and other perennials. Full size computer set, clothing, dishes, and collectibles. Books, lots of childrens. Banana & zucchini bread, jelly, relish and salsa. Lots of miscellaneous.
Multi Garage Sale at Claremont School, Fri. 5/24 4-7pm, Sat 5/25 8am-?? Newborn-Adult clothes, Baby Items/toys, highchair, furniture, kitchen items, home decor, antiques/collectables, exercise equipment, books, puzzles, DVDâs, Baskets, 31, Claremont School items.
Top Jobs
Southern Illinois Workers, Inc. is Currently Accepting applications for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts. Apply at 116 East North Ave., Flora or call 662-7494. EOE (7/15tf)
The Clay County Advocate-Press is seeking resumes for LOCAL SPORTS EDITOR. This position covers all aspects of Local Sports Coverage.Some of the requirements are:â¢Staying current with all sports at area schoolsâ¢Sports photographyâ¢Using Quark XPress and Photoshopâ¢Apple computer experienceâ¢Understanding of the importance of making deadlinesâ¢Experience in page layout and designâ¢Video creation a plusâ¢Use of social media for sports updatesâ¢Available to work when sporting events occurâ¢Maintain the highest levels of personal and professional behavior in the workplace.â¢Demonstrate commitment to teamwork and collaborate to achieve deadlines.â¢Coordinate special sections as assigned.â¢Self motivated and aggressive local sports coverage
Dairy Queen is now accepting applications for Grill Cook Position, Day Shift, Monday through Friday, 9:00 to 5:00, some heavy lifting required. Apply within, No Phone Calls Please.
Sales Representative: Lincare, leading national respiratory company seeks results driven Sales Representative. Create working relationships with working MD's, nurses, social workers and articulate our excellent patient care with attentive listening skills. Competitive base plus uncapped commission, Drug-free work place, EOE. Fax resume to 812-882-3924 or mail to Lincare, 1128 S. 15th Street, Vincennes, IN 47591, Attn: Manager. No calls please.
DO YOU LIKE TO FIX CARS? Busy Auto Body Shop looking for honest, friendly tech with some experience. Call today, 217-924-4252, Montrose.
The City of Olney Street Department is accepting applications for a full time maintenance employee. CDL license required. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the operation of a variety of construction and maintenance equipment, tree removal, culvert replacement, concrete construction and repair, and snow removal. The City of Olney Wastewater Treatment Plant is accepting applications for one full time operator. CDL license required. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the daily operation of the wastewater Treatment Plant, the operation of a variety of construction and maintenance equipment, and concrete construction and repair. Applications may be picked up at City Hall at 300 S. Whittle Ave. and will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. on May 30, 2013.
HIRING IMMEDIATELY! An aggressive, booming company is expanding rapidly in this area with several position openings. Join a winning team! Enjoy a fun career with unlimited income potential. We train you, train you well. Pay you, pay you well and provide advancement limited only to your own ability. We offer $60,000-$80,000 1st yearpotential. *Cash Bonuses, *Incredible Incentives, Call Monday only between the hrs. of 9am-5pm, Interviews held Tuesday, 618-375-2823 ask for Kassie Oxford, Email Resume to:fhlresume@gmail.com
DIRECTOR OF PREVENTION SERVICES Full-time position supervising drug and alcohol prevention staff and marketing community programs. Bachelors degree or experience preferred. Submit letter of interest and resume to Human Resources, Southeastern Illinois Counseling Centers, Drawer M, Olney, ILâ62450 EOE. (5/14-16)
KLOECKNER METALS is accepting applications. A CDL license would be required. The job would include various duties including sawing steel, loading/unloading trucks and driving a truck on local deliveries. Looking for someone who is honest and self motivated. Applicant must pass drug screen and required physicals. Applications can be picked up at Kloeckner Metals, Louisville, IL. Fax 317-964-2678 or mail POâBox 157, Louisville, IL 62858. (5/16-5/21)
Top Classifieds
6 1/2 ft. Disk, $600. 1 Row Cultivator/Chisel, $250. 2 Row Allis-Chalmers No-Till Planter, 1000. 618-754-3716.
2 Verizon cell phones for sale, used 3 months, excellent condition, $400 for both OBO. Call for more information 618-395-1943. Leave a message and phone number.
BUILDING MATERIALS SALE: Ceramic tile, grout, windows, doors, light fixtures, faucets, deck stain, sealer, hardwood flooring, louvre window shade, furnaces, breaker boxes, vinyl floor tile, cove base, patio door panels, wall cabinets. Open May 18, Saturday 9 AM to noon. Come to rear of 1214 E Main St.
CRAFTSMAN 10â Radial Armsaw, Excellend condition, $350. Call 618-516-3653. (5/20)
CRAFTSMAN RIDING MOWER 18.5hp, 42â cut, $200. Call 618-516-3653. (5/20)
SPEED QUEEN Electric dryer, $60. Call 618-516-3653. (5/20)
Top Homes
ONE & TWO BEDROOM APARTMENTS available. Off street parking, laundry facilities on site, appliances furnished. HUD vouchers and certificates accepted. For additional information contact MIKE OR LORI BEPPLER at 618-842-2307. Equal Housing Opportunity. (4/1tf)
OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT: 813 N. Main, Flora. Call 618-662-8600. (8/9tf)
3 BEDROOM w/ 24âx40â garage, extra large lot. Call 618-676-4221. (9/13tf)
3 BEDROOM, 2.5 BATH New construction house. Visit www.james-development.com or email jwri08 @yahoo.com for details. (9/27tf)
FOR RENT: 2 Bedroom mobile home, Range & Fridge furnished, $300 per month & $300 deposit. References, no pets. 502 W. 5th St.,âFlora. Call 618-676-5714. (5/14tf)
Top Services
LICENSED DAYCARE has openings day shift. Over 12 years experience, First Aid/CPR certified, Clean, Non-smoking home, Fenced in yard. Reasonable rates, references available. Call 618-508-2887. (4/9tf)
In Home Daycare, openings for the summer, 2 to 12 years, Project Child accepted, Hours are 6am to 4pm. For more information, Call 618-641-7272
Top Wheels
97 Fleetwood Camper 31ft., Sleeps 6, 19,XXX miles, Great Condition, Call 618-783-5888.
2006 Suzuki GS500F Motorcycle. Black/Grey, 6200 miles. $3200. Call 618-752-5001
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