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Quilt program May 18

Forreston Senior group would like to invite anyone who would like to hear Ronda Streich’s presentation on quilts on Wednesday, May 18, at 1 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church in Forreston.

Attendees may bring in quilts they have questions about.

Anyone wishing to join the group for lunch should call Wilma Akins at 815-938-2535. The church is located at Second and Birch streets in Forreston.

FHS graduation is May 15

The Forrestville Valley School District and Board of Education will be presenting diplomas to the 2022 graduating class of Forreston High on Sunday, May 15, in the FHS gymnasium beginning at 2 p.m.

Students, families and community members are invited to attend.

Forreston FFA members held their annual end of the year banquet on April 11.

FFA members, alumni members, parents, supporters and guests gathered for dinner and celebrated all the accomplishments of the Forreston FFA throughout the year.

All FFA members received their completion degrees. Freshmen received the Greenhand degree, sophomores received the Chapter Degree, and juniors received the Junior Chapter Degree. Seniors also were recognized.

The top individual in each degree area was recognized and the Forreston FFA Alumni awards scholarships were presented. High points from their year include successful participation in multiple CDEs.

FFA members sold 400 flats of strawberries, which is higher than the past two years. The trap team has grown in numbers each year. Six FFA members completed their record books, two members won section, districts and competed on the state level.

“A Forreston FFA member has not been to state awards day with their record books in over five years! We had an awesome tractor day a few weeks ago and we are looking forward to a great greenhouse season! The Forreston FFA would like to thank everyone for their support throughout the year and for helping make this year very successful,” FFA adviser Kelley Parks said.

Photo Supplied Forreston FFA Seniors in the back row, left to right, are Natalie Johnson, Alex Williams, Dylan Lewis, Cole Becker and Dylan Greenfield. In the front row are Carter Daws, Laci Meyer, Layla Cuthrell and Josie Pals.

FORRESTON LIBRARY

Book Sale: Saturday, May 14, 9 a.m. - Noon

Stop in during Forreston’s Garage Sale days and enjoy the air conditioned Community Room while shopping our used book sale. We have books, dvds, and puzzles for all ages and interests. We appreciate your support!

Preschool Storytime: Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.

Preschool Storytime has moved to Tuesdays! Join us for a fun-filled time of stories, activities, and crafts each week! Please call the library for more information or to preregister.

An Evening with Michelle Zauner: Wednesday, May 18, 7 p.m.

Join us online as musician and author Michelle Zauner discusses her music career and her beloved bestseller, Crying in H Mart. Her memoir about growing up Korean American, losing her mother, and forging her own identity was a New York Times notable book of the year.

Best known as a singer and guitarist who creates indie pop under the name Japanese Breakfast, Grammy Award-nominated Zauner has won acclaim from major music outlets around the world. She will be joined by Jessica Hopper, Chicago-based music critic, producer, and author.

This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present, a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering high-quality events.

Funded in part by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a Department of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA). Advance registration is required! Please call the library or visit our website, forrestonlibrary.org, for more information or to register.

Plastic Recycling: We are collecting film-type plastic for recycling. This includes plastic bags, zipper type baggies (with the zip portion removed), cereal/snack bags, bubble wrap, and other soft plastic . Please make sure bags are free from debris and remove all paper/sticker labels. We cannot accept hard plastic, such as water bottles, milk cartons, etc., for this program.

Library Hours

The library is open: Monday 10 a.m.-1 p.m., 2-7 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 10 a.m.-1 p.m., 2-6 p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m.-12 p.m. We may be reached by phone at 815-938-2624, email at forrestonpubliclibrary@gmail.com, or through Facebook messaging.

Of course, we always love to see you in person, too!

BERTOLET LIBRARY

Book of the Month for April: The Giver of Stars by Jojo Moyes

Set in Depression era America, The Giver of Stars is the story of five extraordinary women who run a traveling library in rural Kentucky. Based on the true story of the Packhorse Librarians, this band of women face multiple hardships as they bring books to those who never had any.

Pick up a copy of the book at the Bertolet Memorial Library, and discover how these women from different backgrounds forge a friendship that overcomes adversities, both from natural disasters and from those opposed to their courageous efforts to share the gift of learning with those in need.

LEGO Club: First Monday of the month, 5 p.m. Create with us on the first Monday of each month. We will have the LEGOs waiting for you!

Story Hour: Thursdays at 10 a.m.

Join Miss Jana for Story Hour and learn about animals and letters on Thursdays at 10 a.m. Registration requested but not required.

Craft Kits for Adults: Butterflies signal spring has arrived, and what better way to celebrate the season than to pick up our May adult and family craft kit--a clothespin butterfly! They are available at the Checkout Desk.

Create-a-Card: Saturday, May 21, 9:30 a.m.

Spring is in the air! High school graduation season is just around the corner. Create a one-of-a-kind card for that special graduate!

Plastic Recycling: We ask that you make sure plastic is clean with no debris in the donation. Also please remove any ziploc-type seals and paper/sticker labels. Thank you for your cooperation.

New Releases

Adult Books: A Brilliant Night of Stars and Ice by Rebecca Connolly, Little Souls by Sandra Dallas, The Baxters: A Prequel by Karen Kingsbury, The North Woods Adventures of Bob Baker by John Plescia

Juvenile Books: Claudia & Mean Janine by Ann Martin (Graphic Novel)

Picture Books: The Hen In the Den by Brian P. Cleary, A Trip to the Post Office With Sesame Street by Christy Peterson

The Ogle County Fair Board is seeking contestants for its 2022 Queen Pageant.

The pageant includes four divisions: Little Miss & Mr., Junior Miss, Young Miss and Miss Ogle County Fair. It will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 3, opening night of the fair, beginning at 5:30 p.m.

The 168th Ogle County Fair will be held from Wednesday, Aug. 3, through Sunday, Aug. 7, at the fairgrounds, 1440 N. Limekiln Road, one mile west of Oregon just north of Illinois 64.

The Little Miss & Mr. Division is open to children ages 5-8, Junior is for ages 9-12, Young is for ages 13-15, and Miss is open to ages 16-21.

An informational meeting for all contestants will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, June 6, at the fairgrounds.

Winners in each division will participate in events at this year’s fair and throughout the coming year.

The deadline for all entries and fees is July 15. For more information on how to enter, forms, fees, and pageant guidelines send an email to ocfqueen@gmail. com. Emma Thurow, 18, of Davis Junction, was chosen Miss Ogle County 2021 at the Ogle County Fair.

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LIVE THEATER

PAG per formances in May at Pinecrest Grove Theatre

The Performing Arts Guide will present “The One-Act Play That Goes Wrong” May 13-15 and May 20-22 at the Pinecrest Grove Theatre.

Friday and Saturday performances are at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday performances are at 2 p.m.

The play is about a fictitious Cornley University Drama Society that has received a substantial bequest and is putting on a performance of The Murder at Haversham Manor – a 1920s murder mystery play.

The script was written by the fictitious Susie H. K. Brideswell.

During the performance, a play within a play, a plethora of disasters befall the cast, including doors sticking, props falling from the walls, and floors collapsing. Cast members are seen misplacing props, forgetting lines, etc.

For ticket information call 815-7342103 or order tickets online at performingartsguild.com.

The Performing Arts Guild (PAG) has been in existence for 40 years in Northern Illinois offering seasonal musicals, plays and special events relating to the creative arts.

PAG’s predecessors, the Blackhawk Area Players and Mt. Morris Music Theater, had been offering productions to the community since 1960.

In 1981, the Performing Arts Guild was born and since its inception, has consistently offered annual seasons.

PAG’s Mission is multifaceted: it aims to foster appreciation of the theater, to create opportunities for all who are interested in theater to participate in production at all levels, and to promote the general cultural and aesthetic welfare of the community.

Photo supplied The Performing Arts Guide will present “TheOne-Act Play That Goes Wrong” May 13-15 and May 20-22 at the Pinecrest Grove Theatre. Pictured here are Zaden VandeSand, Montana Larson, Hannah Sheely, Alexander Cremeans and Dennis Cheatwood.

LIVE MUSIC

Schedule set for Jamboree

Summer is just around the corner signaling the time for celebration with free concerts on the Campus in the center of Mt. Morris.

“Marking our 10th year of doing just that, the Mt. Morris Jamboree aims to please with a full schedule of 12 free shows on Friday nights including food concessions provided by local charitable organizations and various food trucks,” organizer Larry Ubben said.

All concerts begin at 7 p.m. with food being served from 6 p.m. until midway through the show.

“Please mark your calendars and plan to join us on our beautiful and historic village square for a night of family friendly entertainment. Here’s your list of fantastic performers for 2022,” Ubben said.

June 10 - The Neverly Brothers - Elvis through the Beatles June 17 - Generation - Classic Rock and Soul June 24 - Grass Attack - Bluegrass July 1 - The StingRays - Oldies/Classic Rock July 8 - SHiNDiG! - Oldies R&R

July 15 - Fortunate Sons - Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute

July 22 - Jonny Lyons and the Pride - Classic Rock

July 29 - The Harmans - Bluegrass

Aug. 5 - The Jimmys - Blues, Funk, Soul and R&B

Aug. 12 - Howard and the White Boys - Blues

Aug. 19 - Dirty Fishnet Stockings - Rockabilly

Aug. 26 - Chicago Tribute Anthology - Music from the band Chicago and more

TONY AWARD-WINNING BROADWAY MUSICALNY AWARD-WINNING BROADWAY MUSICAL

POLO

IL1410450

Annual Water Quality Report for the period of January 1 to December 31, 2021 This report is intended to provide you with important information about your drinking water and the efforts made by the water system to provide safe drinking water. The source of drinking water used by POLO is Ground Water For more information regarding this report contact: Name Mike Mumford Phone (815) 946-3514 Este informe contiene información muy importante sobre el agua que usted bebe. Tradúzcalo ó hable con alguien que lo entienda bien.

Source of Drinking Water

The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally-occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity. Contaminants that may be present in source water include: - Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife. - Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally-occurring or result from urban storm water runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining, or farming. - Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban storm water runoff, and residential uses. - Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban storm water runoff, and septic systems. - Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally-occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities. Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the EPAs Safe Drinking Water Hotline at (800) 426-4791.

In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulations which limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. FDA regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water which must provide the same protection for public health. Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/ CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800426-4791). If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. We cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at http://www.epa.gov/safewater/lead.

Source Water Name

WELL 2 (11805) WELL 3 (11806) WELL 4 (00163) Type of Water Report Status Location GW Active Polo

GW Active Polo

500 GPM GW Active Polo

Source Water Assessment

We want our valued customers to be informed about their water quality. If you would like to learn more, please feel welcome to attend any of our regularly scheduled meetings. The source water assessment for our supply has been completed by the Illinois EPA. If you would like a copy of this information, please stop by City Hall or call our water operator at (815)440-0192. To view a summary version of the completed Source Water Assessments, including: Importance of Source Water; Susceptibility to Contamination Determination; and documentation/recommendation of Source Water Protection Efforts, you may access the Illinois EPA website at http://www.epa.state.il.us/cgi-bin/wp/swap-fact-sheets.pl. Source of Water: POLO Based on information obtained in a Well Site Survey published in 1994 by the Illinois EPA, several potential sources are located within 1,500 feet of the wells. The Illinois EPA has determined that the Polo Community Water Supply’s source water is not suspectibile to contamination. This determination is based on a number of criteria including; monitoring conducted at the wells; monitoring conducted at the entry point to the distribution system; and available hydrogeologic data on the wells.Furthermore, in anticipation of the U.S. EPA’s proposed Ground Water Rule, the Illinois EPA has determined that the Polo Community Water Supply is not vulnerable to viral contamination. This determination is based upon the evaluation of the following criteria during the Vulnerability Waiver Process: the community’s wells are properly constructed with sound integrity and proper siting conditions; a hydraulic barrier exists which should prevent pathogen movement; all potential routes and sanitary defects have been mitigated such that the source water is adequately protected; monitoring data did not indicate a history of disease outbreak; and the sanitary survey of the water supply did not indicate a viral contamination threat. Because the community’s wells are constructed in a confined aquifer, which should prevent the movement of pathogens into the wells, well hydraulics were not considered to be a significant factor in the susceptibility determination. Hence, well hydraulics were not evaluated for this system ground water supply.

2021 Regulated Contaminants Detected

Coliform Bacteria

Maximum Contaminant Level Goal Total Coliform Maximum Contaminant Level Highest No. of Positive Fecal Coliform or E. Coli Maximum Contaminant Level Total No. of Positive E. Coli or Fecal Coliform Samples Violation Likely Source of Contamination

0 1 positive monthly sample 1 0 N Naturally present in the environment.

Lead and Copper

Definitions: Action Level Goal (ALG): The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. ALGs allow for a margin of safety. Action Level: The concentration of a contaminant which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements which a water system must follow.

Lead and Copper Date Sampled MCLG Action Level (AL) 90th Percentile # Sites Over AL Units Violation Likely Source of Contamination Copper 08/13/2019 1.3 1.3 0.73 0 ppm N Erosion of natural deposits; Leaching from wood preservatives; Corrosion of household plumbing systems.

Lead

08/13/2019 0 15 1.4 0 ppb N Corrosion of household plumbing systems; Erosion of natural deposits.

Water Quality Test Results

Definitions: Avg: Level 1 Assessment:

Level 2 Assessment:

The following tables contain scientific terms and measures, some of which may require explanation. Regulatory compliance with some MCLs are based on running annual average of monthly samples. A Level 1 assessment is a study of the water system to identify potential problems and determine (if possible) why total coliform bacteria have been found in our water system. A Level 2 assessment is a very detailed study of the water system to identify potential problems and determine (if possible) why an E. coli MCL violation has occurred and/or why total coliform bacteria have been found in our water system on multiple occasions. Maximum Contaminant Level or MCL: The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as feasible using the best available treatment technology. Maximum Contaminant Level Goal or MCLG: The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLGs allow for a margin of safety. Maximum residual disinfectant level or MRDL: The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminants.

Oregon reunion for Class of 1962

Oregon High School’s Class of 1962 is planning its 60th reunion for Saturday, June 11, from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Ogle County Brewery in downtown Oregon.

Attendees can order off the menu. There will not be a “sit-down dinner.” A class photo will be taken at 7 p.m.

Those planning on attending are asked to respond by May 28 to Cecelia Zimmerman, 815-732-535-2078.

Mt. Morris Class of 1957 planning breakfast

Members of the Mt. Morris Class of 1957 will be holding their annual breakfast Friday, May 27, at about 9 a.m. at the Campus Cafe, in the heart of the town square.

Classmates are encouraged to come early and stay late. “Where DOES The Time Go”, the theme for their forthcoming 65th reunion, will be open for discussion and final plans formed.

The Mt. Morris graduating class of 1957 has held an annual breakfast since 1958 starting small with a lady’s coffee and finally, as word spread including everyone, forming long lasting friendships beyond our school days together.

The class motto is: We’ll be friends forever, won’t we? Pooh? asked Piglet. “Even longer,” Pooh answered, from “Winnie-the-Pooh” by A. A. Milne.

Tractor jamboree May 14

AJ’s Tractor Jamboree is slated for Saturday, May 14, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 1675 S. Columbian Road, Oregon.

The event will include garden tractor plowing, rope making, parade, swap meet, tractor games and 4-H auction.

Loader tractors will be featured at this year’s event. Admission is $10 per person. All proceeds from the event will go to the Blackhawk Crossing 4H Club.

For more information, call 815-262-6358

Chana School Museum sale June 3-4

The Chana School Foundation will have its 24th Annual Rummage Sale at the Oregon Coliseum in the lower level on Friday, June 3, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, June 4, from 8 a.m. to noon.

Proceeds from the sale are used to support the 1883 Chana School Museum. The Chana School is the only two-room wooden schoolhouse in Illinois on the National Register of Historical Places.

The historical 1883 Chana School Museum is funded entirely by donations, grants and fundraisers.

Donated items for the sale can be dropped off at the Coliseum on Wednesday, June 1, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Thursday, June 2, from 8 a.m. to noon.

“We cannot take large entertainment centers, large appliances, mattress/springs and pianos. If you have questions concerning your items, please call Ray Gruber at 815-979-2903,” said Connie Stauffer, a volunteer with the Chana School Foundation

Anyone wishing to volunteer to help at this year’s sale should contact Stauffer at 815-732-2447. The historic Chana School is located along River Road in Oregon Park East.

Church to host blood drive

The Chana United Methodist Church, 606 Main St. in Chana, is hosting a Community Blood Drive on Wednesday, May 25.

Staff from the Rock River Valley Blood Center will draw blood between 2 to 6 p.m. Appointments are preferred but walk-ins are welcomed. If you are 17 years old [16 with parental consent], weigh at least 110 pounds and are in good general health you should be eligible to donate blood.

One in three people will need blood and you never know when you or someone you love might be the one.

The Rock River Valley Blood Center is the sole supplier of blood and related services to OSF Saint Anthony, Rockford Memorial, Swedish American, Swedish American Medical Center, and Rochelle Community Hospitals among others.

The Rock River Valley Blood Center needs to keep an adequate on-shelf supply, so a need for donations is always present to meet patient needs.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, call Carole at 815-595-4559 or email suttonsinthepines@yahoo. com or visit RRVBC.org.

Water Quality Test Results

Maximum residual disinfectant level goal or MRDLG: The level of a drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MRDLGs do not reflect the benefits of the use of disinfectants to control microbial contaminants.

na: not applicable.

mrem: millirems per year (a measure of radiation absorbed by the body)

ppb: micrograms per liter or parts per billion - or one ounce in 7,350,000 gallons of water.

ppm:

milligrams per liter or parts per million - or one ounce in 7,350 gallons of water. Treatment Technique or TT: A required process intended to reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking water.

Regulated Contaminants Disinfectants and Disinfection By-Products

Collection Date Highest Level Detected Range of Levels

Detected MCLG MCL Units Violation Likely Source of Contamination

Chlorine

12/31/2021 0.9 0.7 - 1.1 MRDLG = 4 MRDL = 4 ppm N Water additive used to control microbes.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

2021 1 1.33 - 1.33 No goal for the total 60 ppb N By-product of drinking water disinfection.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM)

2021 9 9.11 - 9.11 No goal for the total 80 ppb N By-product of drinking water disinfection.

Inorganic Contaminants

Barium

Fluoride

Manganese

Sodium

Radioactive Contaminants Combined Radium 226/228

Collection Date Highest Level Detected

Range of Levels Detected MCLG MCL Units Violation Likely Source of Contamination 08/05/2020 0.42 0.14 - 0.42 2 2 ppm N Discharge of drilling wastes; Discharge from metal refineries; Erosion of natural deposits.

08/05/2020 0.691 0.638 - 0.691 4 4.0 ppm N Erosion of natural deposits; Water additive which promotes strong teeth; Discharge from fertilizer and aluminum factories.

08/05/2020 0.19 0.18 - 0.19 1.0 ppm N

08/05/2020 5.6 5.3 - 5.6 150 150 ppb N This contaminant is not currently regulated by the USEPA. However, the state regulates. Erosion of natural deposits. This contaminant is not currently regulated by the USEPA. However, the state regulates. Erosion of natural deposits.

08/05/2020 9.2 6.3 - 9.2 ppm N Erosion from naturally occuring deposits. Used in water softener regeneration.

08/05/2020 0.013 0.011 - 0.013 5 5 ppm N This contaminant is not currently regulated by the USEPA. However, the state regulates. Naturally occurring; discharge from metal

Collection Date Highest Level Detected Range of Levels Detected MCLG MCL Units Violation Likely Source of Contamination