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3rd & 4th Gr. Co-Ed, 5th & 6th Gr. Girls, 5th & 6th Gr. Boys, 7th & 8th Gr. Boys, H.S. Boys REGISTRATION: Now PRACTICE BEGINS: Week of Jan. 11th GAMES BEGIN: Saturday, Jan. 23rd COACHES MTG.: Saturday, Jan. 9th at YMCA - 3rd/4th Grade 9 AM, 5th/6th Grade 10:30 AM, 7th/8th Grade & High School 12:30 PM. All special requests due to ride sharing, etc. will be considered but not guaranteed. The YMCA will be accepting both team & individual sign ups in all leagues except High School which is team registration only. Limit of 10 players/team (except High School). Anyone registering after Jan. 7th will pay an extra $5/person or $25/team. The YMCA must approve the coach if registering as a team. If you are registering as a team, please pay together. The full amount must be paid at registration.
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WHAT SHOULD YOU DO WITH RETIREMENT ASSETS WHEN YOU LEAVE AN EMPLOYER?
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GRANT’S GOOD AS NEW Annual Sale! Friday, January 15th and Saturday, January 16th. 50% off everything in the store priced under $7, when you pay cash. Don’t miss this once a year sale. 202 N. State Street. 815-544-7755. HARDWOOD FLOORS: We install, sand and finish old and new hardwood floors. We also install laminates. 30 years experience. Free estimates. (You have called the rest, now call the best.) Robert’s Hardwood Floors, Bob 815-547-0407 or 815-761-1679. T C II PET GROOMING Weekly hours, call for an appointment. Professional groomer, 22 years experience. Garden Prairie. 815-597-1610. FOR SALE: Loveseat and sofa, leather, reclining, white. $400 or best offer. 847404-5891.
Visit us at mavillelaw.com or Call (815) 544-3165 RISE AND SHINE DAY CARE home has immediate full and part time openings. Conveniently located in Capron, near Poplar Grove, Caledonia, Candlewick Lake, Harvard and Belvidere. 24 years experience, reasonable rates, educational and fun activities, 1st shift openings. Licensed and CPR certified. Licensed assistants. YWCA subsidy welcome. www.risen-shinedaycare.net. Call Barb 815-569-2262. SELLING YOUR CAR, truck or van? We’ll buy it, or sell it for you. Call Gary at 815-978-8880.
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New Year’s Resolutions
Exercise is a great way to maintain a healthy mind & body. Many people begin a new year by making resolutions to lose weight or build muscle. Too often, however, men & women get stuck in an exercise rut, following the same exercise routine week after week. Not only can this be boring, fitness experts advise that it’s necessary to change an exercise routine periodically to continue to see results. It’s one reason why many fitness clubs unveil new classes every few weeks. With repetition, the body adapts & grows accustomed to the routine, using less energy as a result. That can affect your ability to lose weight. Changing your workout forces your body to work harder, producing better results. If you exercise with a trainer, discuss ways to modify your normal routine to surprise your body. Increased intensity, interval training, taking different classes, or even increasing the frequency of your workouts may do the trick.
Best Buys For The New Year
Smart shopping involves making budget-friendly purchases. Never paying full price is a mantra shoppers can follow to help keep their finances in check. In addition to coupons & other discounts, shoppers can usually score deals based on which time of year they shop for particular items. Each year, various consumer resources offer advice on the best time to buy certain items.
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Consumers who take advantage of sales offered at the start of the new year can save substantial amounts of money. Now that the holiday season has passed, consumers can begin to find deals on items for themselves. • Clothing: Post-Christmas sales are booming, & stores are looking to sell what’s left of their inventories to make room for spring & summer selections. Even though the weather outside is still cold, sweaters, pants, coats, & more are usually available at a discount come January.
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• Boats: Wintertime is boat show season, but it’s also the offseason for boaters in our area. These factors combine to make it easier & less expensive to find a new boat. • Air Conditioners: If the warm-weather season was particularly steamy this past year, it might be time to revamp the HVAC system or invest in some new portable units. Bankrate offers that the first few months of the year are prime times to shop for air conditioners. While you may not get the latest model, it’s likely you can find a reliable unit at below-market cost. • Theater tickets: January & February are not especially busy seasons for theaters, which means there will be greater opportunity to get discounted seats for many popular shows. • Linens & bedding: John Wannamaker was a retail entrepreneur & had a few department stores in New York & Philadelphia. Wannamakers held the first “white sale” in 1878, & since then many stores have continued the tradition. January is a great month to buy towels, sheets, bedspreads, & more at a discount. • Furniture: Many furniture manufacturers begin to churn out new inventory in February, so last season’s items will need to move quickly. Shoppers can often negotiate some good deals now & upgrade their homes’ decor.
Trust is more than just a word. It's who we are. At Alpine Trust & Investment Group, we are a team of experienced professionals who provide the highest level of personalized investment management and trust services to individuals, businesses and organizations. We are the trust and investment group of choice because: We have a team of professionals who are the most accomplished experts in their fields We provide an unmatched level of personal service We help people, businesses and our communities We are local Investment and insurance products are: not products of Alpine Bank; not FDIC insured; not guaranteed; and, may be subject to investment risk, including possible loss of principal.
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Belvidere Funeral Home Inc.
BOONE COUNTY
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Family Owned & Operated Since 1906 Colin A. Jensen - Funeral Director
Remembering A Civil Rights Pioneer
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Each January, Americans remember & reflect on the life of a man who stood up for his rights & the rights of millions of American citizens. Martin Luther King, Jr., ultimately lost his life fighting for the rights of black Americans, & his courage is celebrated every year on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Martin Luther King, Jr. was a Baptist minister & a social rights activist who helped shape the American Civil Rights movement in the 1950s & 1960s. King seemed destined for greatness at an early age & studied medicine and law at Morehouse College. However, he chose to follow in his father’s footsteps & make a career out of his beliefs & religion. According to History.com, King entered Crozer Theological Seminary in Pennsylvania, where he earned a Bachelor of Divinity degree, won a prestigious fellowship & was elected president of his predominantly white senior class. Spurred on by social unrest & race discrimination, King’s theology began to intertwine with his advocacy for the African-American population. His style was peaceful protest, including boycotts, marches & empowered speeches. His ideals reflected his Christianity, while his operational techniques stemmed from Gandhi. King traveled over six million miles & spoke over twenty-five hundred times, appearing wherever there was injustice, protest, & action. In addition, King authored five books & numerous articles. King is perhaps best known for his historic March on Washington, which drew more than 200,000 people to the Lincoln Memorial. The location was symbolic, as former president Abraham Lincoln also was an advocate for blacks living in the United States. It was here that King made his famous “I Have a Dream” speech, emphasizing his belief that someday all men could be brothers. Each year on or about his birthday on January 15, the United States celebrates the life of Martin Luther King, Jr., one of its greatest & most influential citizens.
Many homeowners have found themselves scrambling to make their homes handicap accessible after a sudden injury or illness. In addition, some homeowners have found themselves looking to make adjustments to their homes in anticipation of welcoming elderly, less mobile relatives into their homes. Converting a home into a handicap-accessible space can seem like a daunting task that requires adjustments to nearly every part of the house. While the extent of those adjustments depends on the individual who needs to be accommodated, some of the areas homeowners must address when making their homes handicap accessible are universal. Entryways - Entryways often must be addressed. Portable ramps can be an affordable option & are often an ideal for those who only need to make temporary adjustments, such as when a resident suffers an injury that requires he or she spend some time in a wheelchair. When the adjustments will just be temporary, a folding wheelchair might be necessary, as the doorways might not be able to fit a standard wheelchair that doesn’t fold. When adjustments figure to be permanent, homeowners might need to expand the doorways in their homes. Contractors typically recommend expanding doorways to at least 32”, which provides some maneuverability when wheelchairs, which are typically between 24” & 27” wide, are entering the home. Doorways at the most commonly used entryways, including front doors, bathrooms & the bedroom, will likely need to be widened. Bathroom - The bathroom might be the area of the home that needs the most attention. Slippery conditions common to bathrooms can make things especially difficult for people in wheelchairs or with disabilities. Grab bars should be installed in bath tubs & shower stalls & next to toilets. Safety treads, which can provide a secure, slip-free surface on the floors of showers & tubs, can be installed. Add a hand-held shower head to make it easier for those with a disability to shower. Portable transfer seats, which enable wheelchair-bound men & women to transition to showers & bathtubs, can be purchased & kept in or near the bathroom. Water Fixtures - An often overlooked adjustment homeowners must make concerns the sinks throughout the home. Disabled persons may find it difficult to access faucets on sinks, especially when there are vanity cabinets beneath the sinks. Replacing such sinks with pedestal sinks can improve maneuverability, but make sure such sinks are lower to the ground than standard pedestal sinks. Closets - Closets are rarely handicap accessible. Create multi-level closet spaces so individuals can place their clothes at accessible heights. Shelves can be lowered & doors widened so disabled persons can easily manage their wardrobes. Consider installing a light inside the closet & make sure it can be easily reached from a wheelchair. Making a home more handicap accessible can be a significant undertaking, but many of the adjustments homeowners must make are small in scale & won’t take long to complete.
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SENIOR LIVING Glaucoma, A Common But Treatable Disease
Many people expect some moderate loss of visual acuity as they age. Though some people can go a lifetime with 20/20 vision, many do need to get prescription eyeglasses as they age or get stronger prescriptions if they already wear glasses. Glaucoma is one of the more common vision issues men and women face as they age. Though anyone, including newborn babies, can get glaucoma, older people are at a greater risk. That’s important for men and women to know, as the Glaucoma Research Foundation notes that glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness, and roughly 10 percent of people who receive proper treatment will still experience loss of vision. Because it is so prevalent, glaucoma is something men and women should familiarize themselves with so they’re more equipped to recognize its symptoms and seek treatment, which is highly effective, as soon as possible. What is glaucoma? Glaucoma is not a single disease but the name used to refer to a group of eye diseases that damage the optic nerve. Located in the back of the eye, the optic nerve is responsible for carrying information from the eye to the brain. Damage to the optic nerve can eventually lead to loss of vision. How does glaucoma develop? One of the first things to happen when a person gets glaucoma is the loss of peripheral vision. This is enough to motivate many people to visit their eye doctor, who will then develop a course of treatment to restore vision. Those who experience a loss of peripheral vision but do not seek treatment may notice their overall vision is worsening, and total blindness can result. What are the symptoms of glaucoma? The symptoms of glaucoma vary. Vision loss is the only noticeable symptom of open-angle glaucoma, and that vision loss is likely to affect peripheral vision, which may not be noticeable until it’s severe because the healthy eye will make up for the loss. By the time sharpness of vision is affected, significant vision loss has likely occurred. Closed-angle glaucoma may cause mild symptoms or no symptoms at all. Symptoms tend to appear in short periods that occur in the evening & disappear by morning. In some instances, symptoms can be severe & will require immediate medical attention. These symptoms include sudden & severe blurring of vision; severe pain, in the eye itself or surrounding areas; redness of the eye; nausea & vomiting; & colored halos around lights. Symptoms of congenital glaucoma may be present at birth or develop as a child becomes a toddler. These symptoms may include watery eyes, sensitivity to light, eyes that appear cloudy & appear larger than normal because the eyeballs have enlarged due to pressure. A child may also be experiencing congenital glaucoma if he or she is frequently rubbing his or her eyes or squinting or keeping his or her eyes closed much of the time. More information on glaucoma is available at www.glaucoma.org.
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Many retirees plan to travel, relax & enjoy the company of their spouses when they officially stop working. But such plans only are possible if men & women take steps to secure their financial futures in retirement. According to a recent survey by the personal finance education site MoneyTips.com, roughly one-third of Baby Boomers have no retirement plan. The reason some may have no plan is they have misconceptions about how much money they will need in retirement. Successful retirees understand the steps to take and how to live on a budget. • Have a plan. Many people simply fail to plan for retirement. Even men & women who invest in an employersponsored retirement program, such as a 401(k), should not make that the only retirement planning they do. Speak with a financial advisor who can help you develop a plan that ensures you don’t outlive your assets. • Set reasonable goals. Many retirees have a net worth of less than $1 million, & many people live comfortably on less than $100,000 annually. When planning for retirement, don’t be dissuaded because you won’t be buying a vineyard or villa in Europe. Set reasonable goals for your retirement and make sure you meet those goals. • Recognize there is no magic wealth-building plan. Saving comes down to formulating a plan specific to your goals, resources, abilities, and skills. Make saving a priority & take advantage of employer-sponsored retirement programs if they are offered. • Don’t underestimate spending. No one wants to be stuck at home during retirement, when people typically want to enjoy themselves & the freedom that comes with retirement. Speak to a financial planner to develop a reasonable estimate of your living expenses when you plan to retire. • Pay down or avoid debt while you can. Retiring with debt is a risk. Try to eliminate all of your debts before you retire &, once you have, focus your energy on growing your investments and/or saving money for retirement.
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January Is National Blood Donor Month Article Contributed by Rock River Valley Blood Center
BE A BLOOD DONOR.
The Rock River Valley Blood Center announces that January is National Blood Donor Month. This annual monthlong observance provides the blood banking community with an opportunity to pay tribute to past & present blood donors, & to extend an invitation to donate blood to those healthy, eligible individuals who have previously never given the gift of life. This call to action comes at a time when blood is traditionally in short supply due to the holidays, travel schedules, inclement weather & illness. “Blood donors are the backbone of the community blood supply. They are the everyday heroes that ensure blood is there when patients need it. We thank them all year long, but it is important that they be honored for their dedication” said Linda Gerber, CEO. “We are urging people to start off the New Year by donating blood & by making a commitment to become a regular donor.” According to Jennifer Bowman, RRVBC Public Relations & Marketing Manager, “The need for blood is constant. One in three people will need blood in their lifetime. Each day, patients across the country receive more than 40,000 units of this vital resource. This year alone, more than five million patients will require blood transfusions, as accident victims, patients undergoing surgery, receiving treatment for leukemia, cancer & other diseases.” The current needs, locally, include platelets donors & donors with negative blood types. There will be a blood drive at the Candlewick Lake Assoc. Community Center on Monday, January 18th, 1:30-7:30 PM. You can donate at the RRVBC donor center in Belvidere, located at 1740 S. State St. Hours are Monday & Tuesday 9 AM-5 PM, Wednesday & Thursday 11 AM-6 PM, Friday 8 AM-1 PM & the Second Saturday of each month 7-11 AM. The Rock River Valley Blood Center serves as a centralized, community blood center & is the only provider of blood products & services to Beloit Health System, Edgerton Hospital & Health Services, FHN, OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, Rochelle Community Hospital, Rockford Health System, SwedishAmerican Health System & SwedishAmerican Medical Center-Belvidere. For more information or to make an appointment to donate blood, please call toll free 877-RRVBC-99 or find RRVBC on the web at www.rrvbc.org.
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The costs of filling prescriptions is simply too big to bear for many people, even now that the Affordable Care Act has greatly reduced the amount of people who are uninsured. People who cannot afford to fill their prescriptions often feel helpless, but there are some of ways they can cut the costs of their medications & start feeling better. • Discuss medication options with your physician. Brand-name drugs are typically more expensive than generic alternatives, so speak with your physician about generic drugs or less costly brand-name drugs that may treat your condition as well as expensive brand-name drugs do. • Consider Patient Assistance Programs. Sometimes referred to as “Pharmaceutical Assistance Programs,” Patient Assistance Programs, or PAPs, can greatly reduce the burden of prescription drug costs. Sponsored by pharmaceutical companies, PAPs distribute billions of dollars to patients who otherwise could not afford their medications. Eligibility criteria varies depending on the program, but speak with your physicians about PAPs. • Consult your member organizations. If you are a member of the AAA automotive group or the American Association of Retired Persons, you might be eligible for medication discount cards free of charge. These cards provide discounts on your medications, but some come with expensive fees upfront. Look for no-fee cards, such as those offered to AAA & AARP members or others offered by nonprofit organizations, before considering options offered by pharmaceutical companies or other for-profit businesses. • Contact charitable organizations. Some organizations, such as the National Organization for Rare Disorders & maybe some local nonprofits, offer prescription assistance to people in need. Visit NORD at rarediseases.org.
This Month’s Healthy Recipe Four-Bean Salad
This recipe is courtesy of University Of Illinois Extension Ingredients 1 can (8.4 oz.) cut green beans, drained 1 can (8.5 oz.) cut wax beans, drained 1 can (8.5 oz.) lima beans, drained 1 can (8.5 oz. kidney beans, drained 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion rings 1/2 cup chopped celery 1/4 cup diced green pepper Dressing 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons vinegar
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HOURS: Sun.-Thurs. 11 AM-11 PM, Fri.-Sat. 11 AM-1 AM Dining Room Closes One Hour Before Closing Delivery Area: Cherry Valley, Belvidere, Capron, Poplar Grove, Caledonia, Garden Prairie & Rockford (limited)
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BELVIDERE MOOSE LODGE #295
1455 McKinley Ave., Belvidere 815-547-1770
Maximum capacity 300; first come, first serve
Office Hours: Mon., Tues., & Thurs. 2:30 - 7:00 PM Sat. 9:00 AM - Noon; Closed Wed., Fri., & Sun.
575 Beloit Road, Belvidere
HAPPY BIRTHDAY A.J.
Thank You From the family of
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We were grateful to hear your memories and stories. Family & friends like you helped us through this difficult time.
1-8-16
$6.99
Includes Fries, Coleslaw & Bread
Licensed, Insured, Experienced
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From Your Family & Friends
BBQ Chicken Dinner
Baked or Fried Cod or Perch
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Boone County Shopper - Belvidere, Illinois - January 7, 2016
ALAN BROWNE CHEVROLET
Where Chevys Are Less!
2005 Pontiac Grand Am SE
2002 Subaru Impreza WR-X
Coupe, Lower Mi., All Power, V6, Great Cond. WAS $7999
2004 Chevy Trailblazer LT
2005 Chevy Malibu LT
2012 Kia Rio 4 Door
2003 Mercedes E320
Wgn., Lthr., S/R, Loaded, AWD, Low Mi.
4x4, 4.2L I-6 Cyl., Auto, All Pwr., 77K Mi.
Great MPG, All Pwr., Only 57K Orig. Mi.
34 MPG, All Pwr. Acc., Auto, Extra Clean
Premium, Luxury Sedan, V6, Lthr., S/R
NOW $6999* #4953CC
NOW $8999* #5078B
NOW $8999* #9302A
NOW $9950* #6035A
NOW $9950* #5015C
WAS $8999
NOW $5999* #9313BB
WAS $10999
WAS $10999
WAS $11950
WAS $11950
bu 1$2L69T85 i l a M y v e 2015 nCrohof, Conv. Pkg., MSRP
#9303, Su 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer ES
2008 Chrysler T&C LX
2005 Jeep Liberty LTD 4x4
2005 Chevy Suburban 2LT
Pass. Van, Really Nice & Clean, Great Value
5 Spd.Manual, Nice & Clean, Runs Grt!
Leather, Loaded, Low Miles, V6, Clean
4x4, Loaded, Htd. Lthr. Capt. Chairs, S/R
NOW $9990* #9254A
NOW $9999* #4898C
NOW $10900* #5084A
NOW $10999* #9592B
WAS 11995
WAS 11995
$
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WAS 12900 $
WAS $12999
Catch A G re at De a l! AN BROWNE AL CHE
2009 Honda Accord LX-P Alloys, Keyless, All Pwr. Incl. Seat!
VROLET
WAS $13995
NOW 11900
10% OFF Par ts And Labor
$
*
#9196A
2012 Chevy Cruze 2LT
Leather, 61K Mi., Bal. Of Powertrain Wnty. WAS $16900
NOW $14900* #6002A
2012 Chrysler 200 Touring All Pwr., 32 MPG, Clean, Low Miles WAS 16995 $
NOW 14900 $
*
#4548A
2014 Jeep Patriot Sport
Factory Wnty., All Pwr. Acc., 37K Miles WAS $17900
NOW $15900* #5077B
2014 VW Jetta Sedan
2010 Chevy Traverse LT AWD
WAS $17900
WAS $19900
Leather, 36MPG, Fact. Wnty., Great Value
NOW $15900* #5044A
Very Nice, Great Value, 3rd Row Seats
NOW $16900* #6029A
#9474, FWD, 1LT, Conv. Package
$24499
NOW 20900
2004 Dodge Ram 2500
NOW $18900* #9541B
NOW $18900* #5036A
2010 Cadillac CTS4
WAS $20900
2014 Chevy Impala 2LT
Prem. Pkg., Loaded, Clean, AWD, NAV, S/R
Lthr., V6, Loaded, Low Mi., 5yr/100K Wnty.
NOW $20900* #6032A
NOW $21900* #9183A
NOW $22900* #5031B
WAS $23900
2015 Chevy Equinox 1LT
2014 Chrysler T&C Touring
WAS $25900
WAS $25900
NOW 23900
Auto, 34 MPG, All Pwr., Bal. Wnty., 25K Mi.
Quad Cam, SLT, 4x4, V8, Lots of Towing Pwr.
#5008A
*
tio of, Naviga P $40890 R MS
2014 Hyundai Sonata GLS
Diesel, 4x4 SLE, Crew Cab Long Box, Full Pwr. WAS $20995
FWD, All Pwr Acc., My-Link, 5yr/100K Wnty $
$41499
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2005 GMC Sierra 2500HD
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Y IT ’S AS EAS AS AB C!
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MSRP $27805
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2015 CHEVY EQUINOX
WAS $22995
4X4 L9T0 o d a r e v l i 467 Chevy S n, MSRP $
Z71, Mid 9593, Dbl.
KEITH VAVRA’S FEATURE OF THE WEEK!
2015 Ford Fusion SE
$23699
Y IT ’S AS EAS AS AB C! 2015
Max $51.49. Does not apply to shop charges or tax. Exp.1-13-16.
Loaded, Bal. Of Factory Wnty., 34 MPG
**
Lthr., V6, Loaded, Stow-n-Go Seating
#5087A
NOW 23900 #5060A $
*
WAS $23900
2015 Chevy Traverse LS
All Pwr. Acc., V6, 5500 Mi., Bal. Of Wnty. WAS 30900 $
NOW 28900 $
*
#9562A
WAS $25900
Y IT ’S AS EAS AS AB C!
**
$37985
2011 GMC Yukon Denali
2014 Chevy Silverado 2LT
2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV
WAS 33900
WAS 34900
WAS $40900
AWD, Loaded, DVD, Nav., Capt’s Chairs $
NOW 31900 $
*
#4737B
Crew Cab, 4X4, All Pwr., Leather, 5.3L V8 $
NOW 32900 $
*
#6001A
AWD, Loaded, DVD, NAV, S/R, Clean!
NOW $38900*#5016A
ALAN BROWNE CHEVROLET AN BROWNE L A CHE
VROLET
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