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Ogle County Newspapers, Thursday, April 3, 2014, Page A4
Forreston senior earns scholarship Town and Country Mutual Insurance Company of Pecatonica recently presented a $1,000 scholarship to Forreston High School senior Bridget Barry. This scholarship award is given annually by Town and Country Mutual to a high school senior based on academic achievement along with community and agricultural youth Forreston High School senior Bridget Barry, second from left, was recently awarded a $1,000 scholarship from involvement by the student. Town and Country Mutual. Pictured with her, left to right are, her grandfather, Richard Mocker; Julie Heeren and Barry is planning to attend Michele Meinert, agents for Dimond Bros Insurance. Photo supplied
Northern Illinois University in the fall. “Town and Country Mutual is pleased to recognize outstanding students like Bridget and make a contribution to their future success,” said Julie Heeren, an agent for Dimond Bros Insurance. Barry was nominated by Herren who came to know her through her grandfather, Richard Mocker, a farm client.
Stillman Valley choir performs at Disney World The Stillman Valley High School Music Department members became stars of their own Disney show on March 23 and 24 when they entertained resort guests at Epcot Park. The group traveled more than 1,231 miles from Stillman Valley to the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida to take part in the Disney Performing Arts program. Under the direction of Kelly Lenard, the Stillman Valley High School Concert Choir performed for a large crowd of Epcot Park guests at Melody Gardens Stage on March 23. The choir performed a variety of numbers including, a barbershop quartet performance of “Crazy Little Thing Called Love.” The Stillman Valley High School Marching Band marched March 24
throughout the Epcot Park starting in the Canadian Pavilion in the Epcot World Showcase and marching around Spaceship Earth into Future World West. This was the music department’s first visit to the resort with the Disney Performing Arts program. Dance, vocal and instrumental ensembles from all around the world apply to perform each year as a part of Disney Performing Arts at both the Disneyland Resort in California and the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. Once selected, they are given the opportunity to perform at the resort for an international audience of theme park guests. Millions of performers have graced the stages of the Disney Parks in the more than 25-year history of the program.
Free clinic planned The Dixon Elks 779 Lodge will sponsor a free children’s orthopedic assessment clinic on Thursday, April 24 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the KSB Foot & Ankle Center, 215 E. First St., Suite 310, Dixon. The clinic is held in cooperation with the Illinois Elks Children’s Care Corporation The clinic is by appointment only. To make an appointment call the Illinois Elks Children’s Care office at 1-800-272-0074 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. No fee is charged for any services at this clinic. Dr. David Yeager and Dr. Tyler Gunderson will be the clinicians in charge. No medical referral is necessary for the clinic but physicians are welcome to refer patients to the clinic for a specific reason or second
opinion. School nurses are welcome to refer children and families to the clinic. The Elks Organization has been working with physically challenged children since 1928 and this is one of the 17 clinic locations throughout Illinois. The clinic is an ideal time to have a child reviewed for bone and joint development. A child who has feet pointing out or in, who complains of back, knee, leg, ankle pain, or has a back curvature can be seen at this clinic. The Elks will provide financial assistance to their best of their ability for children needing further treatment or specialty equipment when the family lacks sufficient resources to do so.
Marriage Licenses Ogle County Clerk Rebecca Huntley issued the following marriage licenses: March 24 David R. Bishop and Brooke N. Fuller, both of Byron. March 25 Dylan M. Hafer and Mikala K. Wagner, both of Burley, Idaho.
The Stillman Valley High School Choir performs under the direction of Kelly Lenard during a recent trip to Walt Disney World, Orlando, Fla. Photo supplied
Hospice offering volunteer orientation Serenity Hospice and Home will be offering volunteer orientation and training classes in April at the Serenity Home in Oregon. Serenity Hospice and Home has cared for terminally-ill patients and their families for the past 30 years. The home is a locallysupported not-for-profit
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COMMUNAL RITE OF RECONCILIATION Tuesday, April 8, 7:00 PM
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Wednesday, April 9, 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM Confessions Heard All Day [handicapped accessible]
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however, the ability to show compassion and concern, to listen, and the desire to reach out to others are helpful characteristics for a hospice volunteer to possess. A wide variety of tasks are available as volunteer opportunities: helping in the office, sewing, baking, gardening, running errands,
and visiting with patients in their home, at the nursing home or the Serenity Home. Classes will be held on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on April 12 and 26. Anyone interested in becoming a volunteer or learning more about hospice should call Peggy Richard at 815-732-2499.
Byron theatre offering scholarships Byron Civic Theatre, for the 19th consecutive year, will award scholarships to graduating high school students who have shown a high level of commitment and success in
the area of performing arts. Selection criteria includes theatrical experience, intent to continue formal education in the theatre arts or related field, a letter of reference, and an
essay. Applications must be postmarked by April 30. To download a copy of the scholarship application, go to the Byron CivicTheatre
website at www.bctmagic. com, or call Stacy Hahlen at 815-494-7042. BCT is completing its 19th season, providing shows using local performers.
Veterans Commission is seeking drivers
Adam T. Tobler and Sierra Volunteers are needed to E. Nash, both of Davis help local veterans. Junction. The Ogle County Veterans March 27 Wendi M. Garringer and Pepper A. Partin, both of Rockford. Justin Charles Leary Steven F. Richards and Mark and Jodi Leary, Shelby N. Hunt, both of Oregon, are the parents of Rochelle. a son, born Feb. 15, 2014 at 11:36 a.m., at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center, Rockford.
“Like an honest child before his or her parents, we must stand before our heavenly Father in the sacrament of confession and admit we have sinned, when our thoughts, words or deeds have not lived up to God’s truth. That is the moment of freedom in confession. That is the moment of conversion.” -Bishop David Malloy, Rockford Diocese. This could be the Lent that changes your life.
organization that is certified by Medicare/Medicaid. The focus of hospice care is to enhance the quality of life and support the patient and family through the terminal illness. Volunteers play a vital role in the care and services provided. No special medical skills are required;
Assistance Commission is and hospital appointments. at 815-732-6101 Monday seeking volunteer drivers to To volunteer or for more through Friday from 8 a.m. transport veterans to doctor information call March to noon.
Birth Justin Charles Leary weighed 10 pounds, 10 ounces at birth and was 21 inches in length. Welcoming him home are Alyssa, 8 years old, and Braden, 3 years old.
Maternal grandparents Maternal greatare Charles and Sandy grandmother is Marie Armbruster, Mt. Morris. Armbruster, Mt. Morris. Paternal grandparents Paternal great-grandmother are Tim and Kathy Leary, is Mary Leary, Oregon. Oregon.
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