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Oil Field Math

I received this story a few days ago and thought today would be a good day to share it especially because the President's State of the Union address will be on this evening.  With all that I am sure he will promise to the American people to fix our bad economy and right "our ship!" I think this story will give all of us a reason to pause and reflect....Its entitled "Oil Field Math" > > > Working in the oilfield with others such as myself and a > wealth of combined experience > we understand the accuracy of the following. > > > Think of it ...

DREAMWAVE Wrestling Returns to LaSalle !

DREAMWAVE Wrestling Returns to LaSalle with WWE Hall of Famer! 1/21/10 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Jay Repsel Presents DREAMWAVE Wrestling: “Season Premiere” February 6, 2010 LASALLE – The wait is almost over. After a January hiatus, DREAMWAVE Wrestling storms back into LaSalle with “Season Premiere” which will take place once again at the LaSalle Knights of Columbus with doors opening at 6:30PM and a bell time of 7:00PM. Although DREAMWAVE is back, they are not returning alone. WWE Hall of Famer “Mr. Wonderful” Paul Orndorff will be along to greet fans at the event. Orndorff headlined Wrestlemania I with “Rowdy” Roddy Piper when they took on ...

$600,000…ANY “VOLUNTEERS?”

I read with interest the article on the CCA 's current financial dilemma.  Let me start by saying I wish they had a "surplus" instead because that would mean the project was a success but the outcome is not surprising.  The city was presented with the plan for the boat over 10 years ago.  Originally Anna Koval came to the LaSalle City Council to ask for our official support on the project.  This was necessary in order  for her to pursue funding for the project.  The city was not asked to supply any financial aid at that time.  As we ...

Happy New……Decade!

Wow, here we are at the end of another year AND another decade!  It's amazing to me how fast this decade has flown by.  It seems like yesterday that we were all concerned about the Y2K bug and the shutting down of all computer operations worldwide at the stroke of midnight.  The increased usage of the Internet has been mind boggling since that time. I cannot remember a day that I haven't accessed it for one thing or another.  But like cell phones , we now wonder how we ever got along without them. This year has had its share of  ...

Thanks To You Its Working…..

I had the opportunity to share a few hours at the United Way last Friday with some fellow realtors from Coldwell Banker.  Ellen Credi had asked us to sign up for hour shifts on the 11th to represent our realty office. I have to admit I was overwhelmed with the amount of toys and games and Christmas items that were donated.  At a time when our area is being hit hard by a sky high unemployment rates and a general depression about the future of our economy is was extremely heart warming to see that so many people still give ...

Recent Random Thoughts….

It appears that the "Miracle On First Street" was well received and I am glad to hear that.  I made it down for the Tree lighting and open house portion of the events.  I must say the pictures on display of the past were interesting to look at. Thanks Boo for the donation....I have and will continue to support city events for the public but I will always  investigate the costs to insure the tax payer is getting the best bang for their buck! I must mention also that Mayor Jeff made a good MC!  He enjoys the Christmas Holiday and ...

Oil Field Math

Posted by gschroeder On January - 27 - 2010
I received this story a few days ago and thought today would be a good day to share it especially because the President’s State of the Union address will be on this evening.  With all that I am sure he will promise to the American people to fix our bad economy and right “our ship!” I think this story will give all of us a reason to pause and reflect….Its entitled “Oil Field Math” > > > Working in the oilfield with others such as myself and a > wealth of combined experience > we understand the accuracy of the following. > > > Think of...

DREAMWAVE Wrestling Returns to LaSalle !

Posted by gschroeder On January - 23 - 2010
DREAMWAVE Wrestling Returns to LaSalle with WWE Hall of Famer! 1/21/10 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Jay Repsel Presents DREAMWAVE Wrestling: “Season Premiere” February 6, 2010 LASALLE – The wait is almost over. After a January hiatus, DREAMWAVE Wrestling storms back into LaSalle with “Season Premiere” which will take place once again at the LaSalle Knights of Columbus with doors opening at 6:30PM and a bell time of 7:00PM. Although DREAMWAVE is back, they are not returning alone. WWE Hall of Famer “Mr. Wonderful” Paul Orndorff will be along to greet fans at the event. Orndorff headlined...

$600,000…ANY “VOLUNTEERS?”

Posted by gschroeder On January - 8 - 2010
I read with interest the article on the CCA ’s current financial dilemma.  Let me start by saying I wish they had a “surplus” instead because that would mean the project was a success but the outcome is not surprising.  The city was presented with the plan for the boat over 10 years ago.  Originally Anna Koval came to the LaSalle City Council to ask for our official support on the project.  This was necessary in order  for her to pursue funding for the project.  The city was not asked to supply any financial aid at that time.  As we moved forward, funding became a problem...
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Happy New……Decade!

Posted by gschroeder On December - 31 - 2009
Wow, here we are at the end of another year AND another decade!  It’s amazing to me how fast this decade has flown by.  It seems like yesterday that we were all concerned about the Y2K bug and the shutting down of all computer operations worldwide at the stroke of midnight.  The increased usage of the Internet has been mind boggling since that time. I cannot remember a day that I haven’t accessed it for one thing or another.  But like cell phones , we now wonder how we ever got along without them. This year has had its share of  events starting with the the swearing in of our first...
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Thanks To You Its Working…..

Posted by gschroeder On December - 16 - 2009
I had the opportunity to share a few hours at the United Way last Friday with some fellow realtors from Coldwell Banker.  Ellen Credi had asked us to sign up for hour shifts on the 11th to represent our realty office. I have to admit I was overwhelmed with the amount of toys and games and Christmas items that were donated.  At a time when our area is being hit hard by a sky high unemployment rates and a general depression about the future of our economy is was extremely heart warming to see that so many people still give from the heart at Christmas.  The format was different this year, in that...
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Recent Random Thoughts….

Posted by gschroeder On December - 9 - 2009
It appears that the “Miracle On First Street” was well received and I am glad to hear that.  I made it down for the Tree lighting and open house portion of the events.  I must say the pictures on display of the past were interesting to look at. Thanks Boo for the donation….I have and will continue to support city events for the public but I will always  investigate the costs to insure the tax payer is getting the best bang for their buck! I must mention also that Mayor Jeff made a good MC!  He enjoys the Christmas Holiday and it shows.  I told him as much at City Hall. A...
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Enjoy Your Holiday!

Posted by gschroeder On November - 25 - 2009
I wanted to wish everyone who stops by here a Happy  Thanksgiving!  If your traveling to Grandmother’s house make sure you avoid the deer near the highways. I hope the turkey’s not to dry and your football teams cover the spread!  Don’t snore to loud after you eat that you scare the young children on the couch and when you awake make sure you  re-button your pants before you stand up! We are beginning the Holiday Season of eating and drinking too much so pace yourselves  because you have to make it through January 2nd! And lastly…take a moment to hug those family members...
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I Believe…..

Posted by gschroeder On November - 22 - 2009
So I open my paper to B6 on November 20th and I find a full page ad telling me what our Mayor believes.  I’m sorry did somebody ask him?  Will we find out in the coming days what Mayors Harl, Banks, and Torres believe  as well?  Will they spend $2400.00 of their citizen’s money to enlighten us?  If the Mayor wants to tell us what he thinks their are much cheaper ways….How about our city website?  Oops that”s not working yet. Well its only been 6 or 7 months give it time.  I’m sure our  Economic Director is working on it. Funny thing is we had a working website...
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A Thanks To The Smoke Eaters…

Posted by gschroeder On November - 22 - 2009
I attended the wine tasting event at Oak Ridge on November 13th and had a great time.  It was well attended and I’m sure that the laSalle and Peru  Fire departments are happy with the donation totals.  It has become their number one fund raiser and has been well received.  We have a tendency to take the members (both full time and volunteers) for granted at times and I think that’s a  mistake.  These individuals do a job many of us would refuse at ten times the pay they receive.  They are often putting themselves at grave risk to help and in some cases save our lives.  While...
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Event Times For Miracle on First Street

Posted by gschroeder On November - 22 - 2009
LaSalle  and the Downtown Business Association have listed the times for the “Miracle on First Street ” as follows: 8:30 am & 10am   Breakfast with Santa  Lock 16 Visitor Center  $8.50 call 224-1851 space is limited 11 am-1pm   Firetruck Rides   City Hall 1 pm         Free Movie Stage 212 1-3pm     Live Music   Uptown Grill 2-4 pm   Dulcimer Music   LaSalle Library 2-4 pm    Christmas Bingo    Lock 16 Visitor Center 3-6 pm    Free Carriage Rides  First Street 3-4 pm   S’More Making     with LaSalle Fire Dept 3-5 pm  Dollar Bowling Midwest...
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AND NOW YOU KNOW THE REST OF THE STORY..

Posted by gschroeder On November - 17 - 2009
Other items of note which took place at last night’s city council meeting… Mayor Grove without oversight from the council (because there are those who think we would be limiting his ability to manage the City) spent $3500 in October alone with the News Tribune and WLPO in advertising dollars! This at a time when we are not making  ANY charitable donations to those organizations requesting help.  I guess The News Tribune is more important , especially when your getting nothing but positive coverage as Mayor! Would have been nice to have had that money to put towards the purchase of...
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WHY CAN’T THEY JUST TELL THE TRUTH?

Posted by gschroeder On November - 17 - 2009
Having read the local paper  concerning our council meeting from last night I must question whether they are reporting the news or doing an editorial. Because I question the Mayor spending your tax dollars foolishly with the paper while we have put a hold on charitable donations, it seems the News Tribune will take every opportunity to  cast me in a bad light, even if it means being less than truthful about what takes place at our meeting. If that’s what it takes for them to feel good about themselves, fine.  We all know you can’t fight against those who have  barrels of ink and...

MORE RANDOM THOUGHTS…

Posted by gschroeder On November - 8 - 2009
Several items to note: 1) Not much happening on the dog park idea.  When talking to Alderman Lavieri who is our representative to the Park Board he indicated that the board wasn’t keen on using mary hegelar park.  It seems those of us who want to see something  done in this area need to talk to those park board members. Tom Pigati is the board’s president.  A phone call to him might help. 2) Last Monday November 2nd we discussed at length the water issue at Oak Ridge Drive.  The consensus is we need to try to at least come up with a temporary fix if not a permanent one.  We will...
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BLOWING IN THE WIND

Posted by gschroeder On November - 8 - 2009
As many of you know by now, the City of LaSalle has started a leaf program.  We are asking residents who want their leaves picked up to call and schedule an appointment.  You , as a resident, are instructed to rake your leaves to the front of your home and make a long thin pile stretching along the curb.  We will bring our equipment and men and dispose of your leaves without you having to bag them or (god forbid) burn them in a safe area.  Seems like a wonderful program and I have to admit that if that’s what the public wants we should try and accommodate them.   Here’s the problem……bad...
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G.I. JOE COMES TO LASALLE!

Posted by gschroeder On November - 2 - 2009
The Real American Hero G.I. Joe Comes to LaSalle! 10/26/09 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Jay Repsel Presents DREAMWAVE Wrestling: “National Security” November 7th, 2009 LASALLE – One of the most iconic and recognizable wrestlers in the history of the business, Sgt. Slaughter, will be coming to LaSalle for DREAWMAVE: “National Security” on November 7th. Slaughter will be appearing in the main event and greeting fans at “National Security” which will take place once again at the LaSalle Knights of Columbus with doors opening at 6:30PM with a bell time of 7:00PM. Slaughter made headlines in...
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