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The Press-Dispatch Tips for saving gas With fuel costs on the rise, the nation's largest boat own- ers' group has five fuel sav- ing tasks that can put a dent in your summer fuel bills. All of these tips from Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) are time tested to reduce fu- el consumption, and boat- ers can accomplish most of them now while their boats are in winter layup—before the boating season begins. • Lighten the load: It's one of easiest no-cost things to save on gas, and applies to just about every boat type on the water—power, sail or fishing. With the boat on jack stands or in the garage, jump aboard and take a good look at what you really need and clear out all of that junk un- der the floorboards, in lock- ers, or in less-used storage areas. And, if she's already in the slip, remember that wa- ter weighs more than eight pounds per gallon. Carry- ing more than necessary in freshwater and waste tanks is almost as bad as flushing money down the head. • Get a tune-up: An annu- al engine tune-up, whether you do it yourself or ask a ma- rine professional, is a must for any powerboat owner. It's al- so likely to save you the most money on gas in the long run. • Check the prop: To avoid any delay in launching this spring, take your motor's prop to your marina, dealer or local prop shop now while they are less busy and can re- pair any dings. It's also good to have a discussion on your current boating needs. • Trailering fuel-saving tips: Check tire pressure for proper inflation, ensure you have a tight fitting cover to decrease wind drag. Also, a five or six mile per hour de- crease in towing speed will give a noticeable decrease in fuel consumption. Landscaping 101 for beginning landscapers Local homeowners will have the chance to learn about landscaping basics through a four-week course sponsored by Purdue Ex- tension of Dubois and Pike Counties. The course will run from April 5 through 26 on consecutive Thursdays from 1 to 3 p.m. (EDT). Sessions will occur at the Dubois County 4-H Fair- grounds at 4157 S. IN 162, Huntingburg. Workshop presenters will Cheering during the PCHS Awards Assembly The Pike Central High School cheerleaders started the PCHS Awards As- sembly in the high school gym leading the students and staff in the school song. cover a wide range of land- scaping topics, including: Week 1: Basic Design Con- siderations, including soil types, residential lay-out strategies, and basic land- scaping design principals. This session will also pro- vide hands-on participation, with the tools and materials to begin designs for partici- pants' own home landscapes. Week 2: Plant Selection, including basics of plants, plant types and species, frost zones, and plant groupings for landscape use. This ses- sion will also continue in- dividual home site design plans from previous session. Week 3: Lawn Care, Shrubs and Ground Cov- ers, focusing on lawn estab- lishment and care, shrub and bush selection and care, and Wednesday, March 14, 2012 B-7 use of alternative ground covers around the home. Week 4: Establishing and Maintaining Trees, focusing on tree selection, care and pruning in residential set- tings. Speaker will be Lar- ry Caplan, Purdue Extension Horticulturalist. Reservations need to be made through the Purdue Extension—Dubois Coun- ty office at phone 812-482- 1782 prior to April 3, to en- sure participant materials for the sessions. Registration forms can also be obtained on-line at: http://www.ex- tension.purdue.edu/dubois. Pike County's Real Estate Powerhouse commercial 207 N 12th Street, Petersburg A Caldemeyer quality built new brick home. Built on 2' foundation, 2' center trusses, 5/8 decking with a 30 year roof. Granite countertops on oak cabinets, nice mixture of ceramic, laminate and carpet designed with an open concept. Solid with the special touches you expect. MLS#186969 $118,000 796 W CR 125 S, Petersburg Country and quiet. Nice home on 7.59 acres filled with pond and trees. This property is near the Patoka Wildlife area and not far from Sugar Ridge. The house includes a large family room (28' x 14'9), two bedrooms, functional kitchen, dining room, laundry and bath.. MLS#188345 $109,900 new listing! 414 N 4th Street, Petersburg Four bedroom, two bath well kept manufactured home with addition, two car garage on three par- cels at the edge of town. Country setting with the convenience of town. Two additional out buildings, a great sun porch, large living room, an office, and fenced in yard. MLS# 186006 $67,900 1346 W CR 125 S, Petersburg Three bedroom home with two acres in the country on a paved road. Includes a two car detached garage and a four car detached pole building. Black- topped topped driveway, partially fenced in yard. The house has many updates and improvements. MLS#187266 $108,900 214 S Lakeview Dr, Petersburg Very nice three bedroom, two bath, well kept older manufactured home. Has garage, spare building, two utility sheds on a very nice, secluded 1 plus acre lot on the edge of town. Brand new metal roof, new flooring, recently remodeled and with many updates. MLS#189367 $62,900 8205 Industrial Park Dr, P'burg Former Ames Handle factory. Over 10,000 SF under roof. All steel construction with 30 inch support beams, well insulated on 13.39 acres. Includes 6 inch water main, and three 200 HP electrical services. MLS#175795 $199,000 2102 E Main St., Petersburg Here is a turn key operation to be your own boss. The East Main Diner. A full service restaurant, grill, pizza parlor, and ice cream shop, fully equipped and ready to go. A clean and neat place. Beautifully rebuilt in 2008. High traffic area. MLS#188436 FOR SALE PAMIDA OUTLOTS LoT #1 418 N 6th Street, Petersburg A charming stone house on two lots atop Goose Hill in Petersburg. Very creative, unique and well built. Oak floors in most of the house. Property runs from 6th to 5th. MLS#181518 $54,900 608 S. 7th St., Petersburg Very welcoming, cozy, recently remodeled home with warm colors, three bedrooms and many updates. This home has new windows, new flooring, new insulation, great storage, a heat pump in 2010, new wiring, new plumbing and a lot of storage. NEW ROOF! MLS# 185868 $49,900 2149 E Jasper St., Alford Beautiful manufactured home with many custom features on just under three acres with large master suite, kitchen, dining room, laundry, living room, and bedroom. Very nice cabinets, many upgrades including light fixtures and trim work with utility shed out back. MLS#187984 $49,900 LoT #2 LoT #4 LoT #3 401 S. 18th St., Petersburg 3 bed, 2 bath manufactured home with ga- rage on a large lot in a quiet neighborhood. Contract considered with 25% Down. MLS# 187031 price reduced! 615 S. 9th St, Petersburg $42,900 Very efficient, well insulated 2 bedroom home, conveniently located on a corner lot with a very nice garage. Lots of stor- age, enclosed front porch, basement and a nice kitchen. MLS# 185883 $37,900 303 Martin St., Petersburg Three bedroom house on a huge 0.57 lot in town. Attached garage, beautiful kitchen and private neighborhood. Will need some work. Short Sale: Contingent on bank approval. MLS#178716 $25,000 With the coming of I-69, this already important intersection will become the gateway to Pike County. Call Randy at 380-1065 Lot#1 70,262 sq. ft. ................ $140,500 Lot#2 94,220 sq. ft. ................ $189,000 lots and acreage 903 N Vincennes Ave, Petersburg Lots of room! Is currently divided into two apartments. The lot is 94' x 188.' New roof shingles in 2010. Will need some rehab. MLS#179729 $15,900 Lot#3 74,313 sq. ft. ................ $149,000 Lot#4 29,795 sq. ft. ...................$59,500 $79,900 1004 E. Illinois St., Petersburg 16,200 square foot former grocery build- ing on 2.5 acres in a great location. This intersection will be the"interstate gateway" to Pike County with the 2012 scheduled completion of I-69. MLS#179830 409 E Main St., Petersburg A great Main Street location in the heart of downtown. A 30'x70' building on an 80'x105' lot. Traditionally a service station but could have multiple uses. Currently has three bays, 24'x18', 29'x14' & 29'x16' with a 18.5'x16' office. MLS#187377 11.25 acres near Alford Next to N. Coomer Lane Subdivision. Fenced with horses. Water and electric on site. MLS#170980 $69,900 SEE ALL MY LISTINGS Use your smart phone with this QR code. or call 354-2006 for details on any listing! 729 W CR 150 N, Petersburg Almost 20 acres and home site south of Petersburg near Willisville and close to I-69. 11-12 acres tillable and about 6 to 7 acres in woods. Excludes mineral rights. MLS#182094 $65,000 401 S 1st St, Petersburg 1+ acre at a great location on First Street. Two parcels, 0.99 and 0.14 to combine for 1.13 acre. Zoned R-2 and would be nice for multi-family housing and a nice lay of the land. MLS#188179 $24,900 344 N State Road 61, Winslow Just over five acres of mostly small growth, mixed with a few nice trees A great building site, convenient to town, yet a very private woods with SR61 access. A small creek runs through it. MLS#188176 $19,900 408 S 16th St, Petersburg Nice corner lot in a convenient location near Petersburg Elementary at the intersection of 16th and Maple Street. Dimensions are 52' x 105'. MLS#188796 $3,500 1605 E. Locust St., Petersburg 58'x105' lot at 1605 E. Locust. MLS#175379 $4,000 412 N 12th Street, Petersburg 40' x 105' lot on the north side of Pe- tersburg. MLS#175378 $4,000 See pictures and more information at HarrisRealEstate.us