January 31, 2025
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First Person — Janice Wamhoff

Janice Wamhoff

City: Princeton.

Where did you grow up: Arlington.

Family: Son, Reese, and his children, Lexi, Libbie, Knowlton and Gabe; daughter, Cory Folty, her husband, Dirk, and children Ryan and Janelle.

Pets: I have no pets but have grand-dogs, Holly, Harley and Pippa.

Occupation: Coroner for Bureau County for 28 years.

What is the last book you read: Nelson DeMille's "The Lion Game."

What is the last television show you watched: "Suits."

If you were stranded on a deserted island and could have just one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be: Something with shrimp and lobster. I guess I will have to learn how to catch those!

If you were stranded on a deserted island and could take only one thing with you, what would it be: A good boat to get off of the island.

What is your favorite local restaurant: Los Ranchitos.

If someone handed you a million dollars, how would you spend it: Take care of my family, pay for my grandchildren's college education, donate to my church and to charities.

People would be surprised to know that you: I was the archery instructor for the Scout Day Camp at City-County Park for 11 years.

What is your favorite thing about the city you live in: People come together to work on a solution for a problem or issue.

If you could change one thing about your town, what would it be: Have more places and things for the teens and young people to go and to do.