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Last Updated: March 17, 2010
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Must Sell: Silverleaf timeshare. Red Week, Labor Day weekend in Branson. $3500 OBO. Angie, 309-360-5442.
Approx. 10 yr. old “Princess” pony, white with blue eyes. Saddle, blanket, bridle, lunge whip, grooming tools, halter plus 10 bales of hay. $800 OBO. Call Amanda at 309-303-9318.
Glass tile, 12 sq.ft., green backsplash, retails $19/sq. ft. All $50. 309-222-5111.
Tile, 39 sq.ft., tan, retails $2.94/sq. ft. All for $50. 309-222-5111.
Jim’s Pro Remodeling. Tile, drywall, & finish work. Free estimates. 309-449-6663.
Drivers: Flatbed. $2000 sign-on bonus. Home weekends. CDL-A and 1+yrs flatbed experience required. 800-593-3590.
Warmer weather will soon be here. Call Phillips And Son Painting, Est. 1917, at 309-359-8435.
Old Amish buggy, nice condition. $800. 309-363-4156.
Oliver 70: fenders w/floorboards, GC. $250. 309-363-4156.
TV stand, like new, grey, 2 glass shelves, 36x24. $35. 309-359-4241, Dean Hasty.
250R Honda 3-wheeler, 1985, $800. Also Kenmore washer, Maytag electric dryer, $125 for pair. 309-613-0199.
2993 Oldsmobile Alero, 67,400 mi. New tires. 309-392-2254.
Deluxe air hockey table, $150. 2001 KTM 50 Adventure Senior mini bike, NMR, fast bike, $500. 309-267-8357.
26’ motorhome, Class A, 454,1984, 69K, 4KW generator. $4000. 309-657-7894.
2003 Dodge conversion van, white w/silver striping, TV, 131k, great condition. $5000. 309-275-7900.
Jon Boat: 14’, live well, trolling motors w/battery, trailer, $700. 339-4868.
Buell 2009 Lightning XB9SX, 984cc. 74 miles. Service manual included. Be ready for spring. $7900 OBO. 309-530-1895.
‘97 Explorer, 4WD, needs muffler and battery. $650 OBO. 309-251-1130.
Ab Lounger for sale. Seldom used. $25. Call Judy, 309-359-6951.
DeVilbiss compressor/nebulizer $40, AN Guardian walker $25, bedside commode $25, overbed table $35. 309-387-6429.
Someone to sit with elderly lady 7am-noon. $8.50/hour. 309-359-8093.
Wanted: 2 people to help move some heavy furniture. Mackinaw area. 309-251-2499.
Painting: Interior, exterior, new construction, repaints. No job too small. Call Scott at 309-359-8966.
Want to buy: Old wood fishing lures and duck decoys. 30 9-840-3308.
Help Wanted: Waitresses, cooks, dishwashers & bussers for new restaurant in Minier. Please apply in person at the old Alpine Village Restaurant before 3/19/10, weekdays before 5pm.
90 bales alfalfa hay. $3.95/bale. 309-392-3240.
Wanted: Highly motivated production worker. Part-time, possible FT. Call 447-6612.
Mobile veterinary clinic at Mackinaw Dog Park, Heritage Lake, Friday, 3/26. Appointments start at 1:30pm. 309-698-8007.
For Sale: EX350 PEC DEC Home Gym. Great condition. $350. 447-6491.
For Sale: 201 Series IV Direct/Reflecting Speakers. LN. $75. 447-6491.
For Sale: Shopsmith Mark V with accessories. $350. 447-6491.
Wanted to Buy: Large bird aviary. 359-9035.
Cub Cadet snow/dirt blade, 42”, in very good condition, $150. 309-253-6559.
Wanted: One-piece handheld weights. Call with details & price, 208-0254.
Tractor: 1948 John Deere Model B. $3500. 309-925-5348.
For Sale: Two 5th wheel Reese hitches, 14,000 lbs & 12,500 lbs., $150 each OBO. 309-359-8591.
’96 Buick station wagon. Dependable. $500. 309-392-2941.
For Sale: 1992 YZ 80 Yamaha dirt bike in good condition. $450 OBO. Call 309-303-7475.
Old Allis garden tractor, 816T, snowblower, deck, sweeper, not perfect, new tires, starter. $500. 309-359-3970.
1999 Honda CR125R, part of trade, no title. $900. 309-359-3970.
1988 Ford F-150 pickup 4WD, runs good. $800. 309-678-6214.
Transportation needed: Round trip, Mackinaw to East Peoria M-F 6am-3pm. Call for payment details. 309-696-1654.
Hauling: Appliances, farm/car parts, rims, cans, all metal. Call Randy, 217-871-3522.
Tremont United Methodist Child Care Center is currently hiring full time and part time teachers. Please send resume and transcripts to Jennifer Hendrickson at PO Box 52, Tremont, IL 61568.
Barmaid wanted at Nik’s 4th Street Pub, Pekin, 4 to 9 pm. Apply in person to Chris or Bill, 309-267-2492.
Now Open: Salon 2010, a new full service hair salon at 107 East Fast Ave., Suite A, in Mackinaw. Call 309-359-8200 for an appointment--walk-ins always welcome.
Thank you for your prayers, cards, & calls. All much appreciated. God Bless. Don (Ben) Unsicker.
Coming: Tremont Shops Spring Open House, March 25, 26, 27.
House cleaning available. Call Karen for a quote. 309-840-0065.
We are in need of a skilled maintenance worker. This position requires the ability to operate machinery, and to perform tasks for the upkeep of roads and other amenities. Must be mechanically inclined and be able to work without supervision. Please send resume to: PO Box 402, Mackinaw, IL 61755.
Need tutor for eighth grade girl. Contact 309-840-3777 if interested.
Opening Soon: The Classic Blend, 107 E. Fast Ave., Mackinaw, in the Freedom Building. Specializing in antiques & home décor. For more info, our website is: www.theclassicblend.weebly.com, or call 309-840-3630.
Help Wanted: Full & part time. Morgan Electrical, Mackinaw. Electrical experience helpful. Also, laborer/parts runner. DL required. 309-208-1053.
Phillips & Son Painting: Est. 1917. Call 309-359-8435 for all your painting needs.
Free Puppies: Call 309-840-4921.
Dell computer, 17” monitor, complete, GC. $75. 309-613-1127.
For Sale: 7-1/2” circular miter saw, $25. 309-840-2012.
Singer sewing machine in dark wood cabinet, $25. 347-3321.
Craftsman 36” wood lathe. LN, $125. 309-392-3276.
Bunnies for sale. $10 each. Pets only. Bring your own box. 309-244-8274.
DR table, glass top, 4 neutral chairs. $150. 657-0859.
Free computer monitor, Gateway. 17”, EC. 359-4101.
30 gallon tank & accessories with matching stand. $150 OBO. 309-267-1925.
Bantam roosters and hens, 12 weeks old. $10 each 309-370-4775.
Tea Party members live all over this area, let alone all over the country. What’s it all about? The Constitution has been working for over 200 years and every new bill (law) needs to meet that test. This movement is for less government spending, stopping the erosion of individual liberty and letting people decide how to spend their own money, not politicians. Letting the government take care of you means everyone gets the bill with interest, including your children and grandchildren. If you’re curious, we have a local website: www.hoi912.com.
Computer Monitors: Several to choose from, $15 up. Also have Mac computer, older model, for reasonable price. 309-253-6559.
Sandblasting & Powder Coating: www.jjpowder.com. 309-376-4340.
Attn, Driver Trainees: No CDL? Earn up to $900/week after local training. Home weekends. TMC Transportion. 800-272-7364.
Empty nesters w/Labrador need 3BR ranch w/basement, garage, and/or outbuildings in rural area. Need ASAP. 309-202-9363 / 309-669-1725.
2009 Hensim 250 Custom Cruiser motorcycle. 70mpg with 2,357 miles. Excellent condition. Looks like a 750. $1000. Jerry, 309-359-8435.
Wanted: Professional person for driver instructor. PT/FT. Classroom and behind the wheel. Call for qualifications. 309-360-3702.
Lean Hol-steen farm fresh freezer beef. Choice cut steaks, roast, and hamburger. Available in any quantity. Also sell by the 1/4 or more. Inspected, all natural. Marvin and Rebecca Baer Family. 309-231-5810 or 309-925-3428.
73 Years we have been serving your needs for quality competitively priced furniture. We have sofas from $597. Queen-size bedding sets from $499. Lamps from $49. Bedroom sets from $997. Recliners from $298. See our ad for our 0% interest sale now at Stegers, Court & 9th, Pekin, 309-347-2188. You’ll be satisfied with the quality and the price.
Highest prices paid for junk vehicles. Call Bob, 309-694-0520 / 309-868-6298.
Ear corn for squirrels and birds. 25 lbs. for $10. 309-369-2681.
Storage units in Mackinaw. 10X10, 10X20. Heated storage available. Sky Enterprises, Inc. 217-819-3073.
Computer trouble-shooter: Dial 309-360-1776 for friendly, prompt service. Triple J Computers of Morton makes house calls, fixing your ailing computer, installing an upgrade, adding software, or building a custom system to meet your specific needs.
Now Available: 20 cu. yd. huge haul roll-off dumpsters. Daily, weekly or monthly rental. Ben E. Neville Disposal, 309-392-2407.
Found: Choker necklace in Mackinaw on Main St. near post office/pharmacy on Tuesday, 12/8/09. Eyeglasses, small, 3rd Street, Mackinaw, between Giles & Stout on 10/6/09. Please come in to the Area Buyers Guide, 102 E. Fast, Mackinaw, to describe & claim. 309-359-4561.
Pet Finder is a free service on our website to assist readers who have lost or found a pet. If you have listed a pet on this page and the situation has been resolved, please give us a call at 359-4561 so we can keep this information current. Thanks for using www.areabuyersguide.com.
2BR apartment in Stanford. A/C, trash/water, & appliances provided. Remodeled within 4 yrs. $410/mo. + dep. 309-645-8903.
Hopedale: For Rent – Large 2BR apt., appliances furnished, newer carpeting, freshly painted, laundry facilities. Move in Special. Call Lisa, 309-231-2945.
Selling Soon? 3% sales fees, free market analysis, Payne Realty. 309-346-7391 Pekin.
Repossessed Homes: Pekin, East Peoria, Armington, San Jose. Payne Realty, 309-346-7391 Pekin.
3BR home in Hopedale, extra lot included, 1325 sq. ft. 214 NW Jefferson. $72,500. 309-360-7645.
Groveland: 2BR duplex. Fenced yard. Stove & fridge, W/D hookups. $635/mo. Agent owned. 925-2237.
For Rent: 1BR duplex with den in Minier. Full basement, one car garage, nice yard, A/C, no smoking/pets, $550 + dep. References required. 309-369-2681.
House for sale, Deer Creek: 106 N. Main, 2 story, 3BR, 1.5 lot, asking $90,000. 309-242-0496.
Lots for Sale: Three in Sand Ridge. 204’x154.5’. $3500/all. 309-346-8279 or 309-968-6711.
Minier: Spacious 2BR apartment with garage, lots of storage. No pets/smoking. Lease, deposit. Available now. $500/mo. 309-241-6050.
For Rent, Hopedale: 1BR + office. Stove/fridge/garbage P/U provided. 1 year lease. No pets / smoking. $360/mo. + deposit. 925-7900.
Wanted to rent: Rural mid-modern house near Mackinaw Valley, Congerville to Hopedale. Access to timber land a plus. 309-365-8078.
Mackinaw: Mobile homes for sale or rent, contracts possible. Starting at $375/mo. Sorry, no dogs. 309-261-3737.
Garage Sale: Heated. 27299 Toboggan Ave., Hopedale. Friday 3/19 & Saturday 3/20, 7am-5pm. Household misc., home décor, craft items, toys, books, sofa & loveseat, other furniture, lots of misc.
Moving Sale: 3/19-3/20 and 3/25, 3/26, 3/27. 8am-4pm. 317 N. Locust, Tremont. Tools, furniture, antiques, sewing items, holiday decorations, everything.
Moving Sale: Saturday, March 27, 8am-4pm only. 107 Meadow Lane, Mackinaw. Huge sale. Furniture, NASCAR, electronics, tools, power washer, paint sprayer, hot tub, carnival glass, pictures, lots, lots more.
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