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EDUCATION | STERLING SCHOOLS

Union: At least 6 teachers at risk District not releasing details about cut options; board to meet, finalize plan Wednesday

BY CHRISTOPHER HEIMERMAN cheimerman@saukvalley.com 815-625-3600, ext. 5523 @CHeimerman_SVM

STERLING – The elimination of at least six teacher positions will be discussed at a Sterling Public Schools hearing Wednesday, according to information submitted to Sauk Valley Media by the Sterling teachers’ union.

Because of no new revenue projected, the uncertainty of state funding, stagnant property values and an anticipated 31 percent increase to insur-

ance costs in the 2016-17 school year, the district faces a projected $800,000 shortfall.

Ten budget reduction options were proposed at the March 16 board Tad meeting. Superintendent Everett Tad Everett said the savings would be in excess of $800,000, but he would not disclose how much in excess, or detail what the expected savings for each would be.

“I can, but I won’t,” Everett said.

SVM filed a Freedom of Informa-

tion Act request Tuesday for emails and documents regarding the budgetreduction plan, so as to fully inform the public on the options people will be asked to comment on at Wedneeday’s hearing.

The district by law has 5 business days to turn over any drafts, final or preliminary, which contain facts, such as a reduction of “x” number of positions would result in “$xx” savings. The fifth day, therefore, would be Tuesday, the day before the hearing.

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To attend The Sterling school board will have a reduction-in-force hearing at 6 p.m.

Wednesday in the high school library, 1608 Fourth Ave. The board is expected to discuss 10 cost-savings options, including cutting six teacher positions, and vote on the measures it will impose to alleviate a projected $800,000 deficit in the 2016-17 school district budget.

Go to sterlingpublicschools.org, or call 815-626-5050 for more information.

WEEKEND FEATURE | STERLING-ROCK FALLS YMCA

ROCK FALLS

Leaving a mark on trail plans Residents’ ideas plotted on maps for master plan

BY PAM EGGEMEIER peggemeier@saukvalley.com 815-625-3600, ext. 5570 @pam_eggemeier

Photos by Philip Marruffo/pmarruffo@saukvalley.com

Andrea Vondra, a YMCA fitness instructor and coordinator of its Coordinated Approach to Child Health program, leads girls at Challand Middle School in Sterling in a kickboxing aerobics lesson recently. The lesson was to inspire students to join a new YMCA program called Girls on the Go, which teaches preteens about healthy eating, meeting friends, and running a 5K.

Going, going, girls!

YMCA offers new running program for preteen girls

BY KAYLA HEIMERMAN Special to Sauk Valley Media

STERLING – A new program through the Sterling-Rock Falls YMCA will teach middle-school girls to run like a girl – with brawn, beauty, and brains – and will challenge the community to keep up.

Girls on the Go is a 10-week program that will prepare girls in grades six through eight to run a 5K while building positive self-esteem, forging friendships, and

establishing lifelong healthy physical, social, and emotional habits.

The program is designed and led by women for girls.

Ashley Richter, engagement director at the YMCA, is spearheading the program.

She’s the former CATCH (Coordinated Approach to Child Health) coordinator and wants to engage preteen girls, who might not want or be able to participate in school-based or structured sports, but need a similar positive outlet.

“We saw a need for [a program] specifically for sixththrough eighth-grade girls,” she said.

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Online extra Girls at Challand Middle School in Sterling take part in a kickboxing aerobics lesson designed to inspire them to join a new YMCA program, Girls on the Go.

Business Oregon barber took a Short Cut to a career, and couldn’t be happier about it.

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ROCK FALLS – George Bellovics has a little different take on the often-heard movie line, “if you build it, [they] will come.”

Bellovics, a landscape architect for the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, led a charrette Monday at which 25 residents put their stamp on the city’s trail development plans.

The participants split into three groups for brainstorming, and a designated spokesman shared ideas from each group. The floor was then opened up for discussion between all involved.

While the trails hold great promise as a lure for tourism and economic development, Bellovics believes residents should take advantage of the chance to engage in the process and, first and foremost, “build it for yourselves.”

The residents conveyed the desire to embrace the city’s history and make the trails their own, he said.

“All of the groups picked up on the importance of highlighting historical components and giving the trails that identity. Everyone has a choice to be engaged and actually feel connected to where they live.”

If the trails become an important and enjoyable part of the local experience, the rest should take care of itself.

Community In rural Rock Falls, blacksmiths practice their craft and meet others who love the sounds, smells and efforts that go into shaping iron.

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Click on this story at saukvalley.com to see the notes from charrette participants with ideas for development along the trails.

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Correction Penny Helms’ birthday is Monday. The date was incorrect in the list in Friday’s editions.

Bonnie Dunn preceded her sister-in-law, Roberta Haag, in death. Dunn’s first name was misspelled in an obituary in Friday’s editions.

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POLICE Sterling Police Shantasia B. Adams, 21, of Sterling; 10:34 a.m. Thursday in the 400 block of East Third Street; Whiteside County warrant for failure to appear on a charge of trespassing; posted $175 bond.

Rock Falls Police Jesse A. Russell, 19, of Rock Falls; 12:30 a.m. Friday in the 500 block of West 19th Street; driving while license suspended, criminal trespass to vehicle, two Stephenson County warrants, Woodford County warrant; taken to Whiteside County Jail.

Boy, 17, of Rock Falls; 1:09 a.m. Friday on Ninth Avenue; domestic battery, resisting arrest; held at juvenile facility.

Lindsay C. Dempsey, 22, of Dixon; 9:52 p.m. Thursday in the 700 block of West First Street; driving under the influence, improper lighting, failure to drive on the right side of the road, failure to reduce speed, no insurance, illegal transportation of alcohol, possession of marijuana less than 2.5 grams; given notice to appear in court.

Morrison Police Heather R. Wikoff, 41, of Camanche, Iowa; 7:05 p.m.

Monday; Whiteside County warrant for violation of probation – driving while license suspended; taken to Whiteside County Jail.

Cory R. Nylin, 35, of Clinton, Iowa; Wednesday on West Park Street; reckless driving, attempting to flee or elude a police officer, driving while license suspended, operating uninsured vehicle, improper use of registration, failure to signal; taken to Whiteside County Jail.

Jamie C. Given, 35, of Morrison; Thursday; unlawful possession of a stolen vehicle; taken to Whiteside County Jail.

Nancy J. Dykstra, 61, of Morrison; Tuesday; speeding; given citation.

Nathaniel N. Schadt, 33, of Norway, Iowa; Thursday; disobeyed traffic control device; given citation.

Lee County Sheriff Riam S. Ogilvie, 25, of Quincy; 1:28 p.m. Thursday; warrant for failure to appear on a charge of canceled, revoked, or suspended reg-

istration – non-Illinois; posted bond and given notice to appear in court.

Ogle County Sheriff Nathan Jarvi, 33, of Madison, Wisconsin; 6:38 p.m.

Thursday in the 1000 block of North Freeport Road; driving while license suspended, Ogle County warrant, Whiteside County warrant, speeding, operating uninsured motor vehicle; given citations, taken to Ogle County Jail, and held in lieu of bond.

Heather Martin, 25, of Sterling; 6:38 p.m. Thursday in the 1000 block of North Freeport Road; two Whiteside County warrants, taken to Ogle County Jail, and held in lieu of bond.

Irene Arias, 50, of Rochelle; Thursday; petition to revoke probation; given recognizance bond and notice to appear in court.

Brent Pritchard, 33, of Sterling; Thursday; warrant for failure to appear; posted $543 full cash bond and will not appear in court.

State Police Logan N. Marshang, 18, of Lyndon; 5:22 p.m. Tuesday at Moline Road and Oak Drive in Whiteside County; possession of marijuana less than 2.5 grams, illegal transportation of alcohol, illegal possession of alcohol by a minor, speeding; given individual bond and notice to appear in court.

Gregory L. Amos, 29, of Le Sueur, Minnesota; 5:47 p.m. Tuesday on Interstate 39 in Ogle County; driving while revoked; given individual bond

and notice to appear in court.

Terry A. Shea, 36, of Forreston; 2:18 p.m. Monday at state Route 64 and Union Road in Ogle County; warrant for contempt of court, seat belt violation; held at Ogle County Jail.

Keith Tangle, 40, of Clinton, Iowa; 7:55 p.m. Sunday on Interstate 39 in Lee County; driving while license suspended, Ogle County warrant; posted $1,500 bond on driving while license suspended, and $200 cash on warrant, given notice to appear in court.

Jennifer K. Hunsberger, 30, of Rock Falls; 5:45 p.m.

Sunday at Lincolnway and Woodlawn Road in Sterling; no valid driver’s license; released with promise to comply.

Rachel D. Sanchez, 22, of Naperville; 10:38 p.m. March 19 on Interstate 39; possession of drug paraphernalia; given individual bond and notice to appear in court.

Ashley L. Edwards, 23, of Ely, Iowa; 1 a.m. Sunday on U.S. Route 30 at south bridge, 1 mile west of state Route 84 in Whiteside County; obstructing identification, unlawful possession of marijuana less than 2.5 grams, possession of drug paraphernalia, driving while license suspended; given individual bond and notice to appear in court.

Keith J. King, 30, of Clinton, Iowa; 11:47 p.m. March 19 on U.S. Route 38 at state Route 84 in Whiteside County; no insurance, driving while license suspended, Lee County warrant; given individual bond for citations, posted $300 bond on warrant, and

given notice to appear in court.

Paul M. Simons, 49, of Kenosha, Wisconsin; 11:41 p.m. March 19 on U.S. Route 30 at state Route 84 in Whiteside County; no insurance, Pike County, Missouri warrant, revoked license; held at Whiteside County Jail.

Gordon L. Skinner, 27, of Davenport, Iowa; 7:53 p.m.

March 19 on Interstate 88 in Whiteside County; Rock Island County warrant, speeding; held at Whiteside County Jail.

Kirk M. Pryor, 46, of Rockford; 3:46 p.m. March 19 on Interstate 39 in Ogle County; driving while suspended; given individual bond and notice to appear in court.

Richard A. Debenedetti, 34, of Sandwich; 11:16 a.m.

March 19 at U.S. Route 52 and Dauphin Road in Carroll County; driving while suspended; given individual bond and notice to appear in court.

Austin M. Bell, 22, of Rock Falls; 1:07 a.m. March 19 at U.S. Route 30 and Lyndon Road in Whiteside County; driving under the influence, speeding; posted $100 bond and driver’s license, given notice to appear.

Barbara A. Ness, 40, of Carpentersville; 10:35 a.m.

March 18 at Lindenwood and Elevator roads in Ogle County; no valid driver’s license; posted individual bond and given notice to appear in court.

One injured in two-vehicle crash OGLE COUNTY – A Sterling man suffered apparently minor injuries Thursday in a twovehicle crash on state Route

HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS

Egg hunts today throughout the Sauk Valley STAFF REPORT news@saukvalley.com 815-625-3600, ext. 5501

There are a variety of egg hunts and other Easter-themed activities today: • That Place on Palmyra, 628 Palmyra Road in Dixon, will hold hunts for infants to age 4 at 10:30 a.m.; for ages 5 to 7 at 10:45 a.m.; and for ages 8 to 12 at 11 a.m. There also will be children’s activities, face painting, and a visit from the Easter bunny.

• Dixon Park District’s Easter egg hunt begins at 1 p.m., at Wooden Wonderland and the soccer fields on Washington Avenue for kids in the following age categories: up

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Asha Howard, 4, of Rock Falls searches for more eggs during the Coloma Park District’s egg hunt on March 19. Hunters could gather up to 10 eggs to be redeemed for prizes afterward. to 2, 3 to 4, 5 to 6, 7 to 8, 9 to 10, and 11 to 12. Participants are asked to bring

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• The Wright family’s annual egg hunt begins at noon at Richmond Park, at East Fifth Avenue and East Fourth Street in Lyndon.

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STERLING – District 1 state troopers announced the results of a safety check held late March 19 and early March 20 on U.S. Route 30, west of state Route 84.

There were 27 citations issued or arrests made, and 39 written warnings were issued. Seven driver’s license offenses, three occupant restraint offenses, and two alcohol or drug arrests took place. No registration or driving under the influence arrests were reported.

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THANK YOU!

I want to thank all my friends, neighbors and relatives for the cards and gifts I received for my 90th birthday.

I was happy to see so many people who came so far to attend my open house birthday celebration, some traveling from California, New York, North Carolina, the Suburbs of Chicago and the Tri-Cities (Malvern, White Pigeon and Coleta, IL) Again, thank you so much. I feel so truly blessed.

2, 3 miles south of Oregon.

Ogle County Sheriff’s deputies, Oregon and Mount Morris ambulance staff, Oregon firefighters, and state Department of Natural Resources police responded at 3:15 p.m. A car driven by Mary F. Cardot, 23, of Oregon, was northbound when Cardot lost control on the snow- and slush-covered pavement.

Her vehicle sideswiped a southbound vehicle driven by Cordell A. Melendez, 29, of Sterling. Melendez was taken to KSB Hospital in Dixon. His condition was unavailable Friday. None of the passengers in his vehicle was injured.

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EDUCATION | PROPHETSTOWN-LYNDON-TAMPICO SCHOOLS

Colmone seizing opportunity to lead district Middle school principal to serve as interim superintendent through 2016-17 school year

BY CHRISTOPHER HEIMERMAN cheimerman@saukvalley.com 815-625-3600, ext. 5523 @CHeimerman_SVM

PROPHETSTOWN – Interim superintendent of the ProphetstownLyndon-Tampico School District is one of Chad Colmone’s three fulltime jobs. He wouldn’t be opposed to the right candidate taking one of them off his hands.

The 42-year-old is in his 12th year as the PLT Middle School principal, and took on the interim superintendent tag after David Rogers abruptly retired Feb. 12 after 11 years leading the district. Colmone will serve as interim superintendent through the 2016-17 school year, after which a permanent decision will be made. His contract details are still being ironed out.

“This is a big opportunity. I know the district, the parents and the community,” he said. “It’s an opportunity to sit down with the board, create some visions and longterm goals, and then take the district in that direction.”

His third title is dad.

He and his wife, Cindy, a special education teacher at Putnam County Junior High School, live with their three children in Princeton, where Cindy will take a job at the junior high for the 201617 school year. At that time, Colmone said having a successor as principal at PLT Middle School

Online extra Find this story at saukvalley.com to watch a video of Chad Colmone talking about leading the PLT School District as interim superintendent – while also serving as the middle school’s principal. would be good for his heart, in one sense.

“The school board may go in a different direction there,” he said Thursday afternoon. “That would probably help my stress levels.”

Colmone said boosting morale throughout the district is paramount, and managing his time is a key to getting that done.

“It’s keeping lists of things to do, and making sure I don’t lose track of which building I need to be in and what I need to get done,” he said. “The biggest thing I’ve been working on is getting the staff unity back up. It’s been in need of some uplifting. The key to that is getting around to buildings and talking to people face-to-face, seeking out their concerns and trying to address them. Not just hearing them and walking away.”

Meanwhile, his colleagues at the middle school are feeling a touch bittersweet at the moment.

“We’ve kind of had a family-oriented environment in the middle school,” English language

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Chad Colmone is interim superintendent of the Prophetstown-Lyndon-Tampico School District, in addition to serving as the PLT Middle School principal, a position he’s held for 12 years. He’ll keep the interim superintendent tag through the 2016-17 school year. arts teacher Denise Beck said. “If a new person comes in, we hope they’ll continue to make that a focus. It works here for us.”

“He’s always supported us here,” P.E. and health teacher Damian DeMay said of Colmone. “He’s always been vocal for our needs as a staff. He’s a great guy. We’re happy for him that he’s taking the next step, but we don’t like losing him.”

Special education teacher Emily Higgins said the middle school has the most experienced staff in the district.

“That’s because we’ve

had good administration, and we’ve all been loyal and wanted to stay here,” she said.

Colmone graduated from Hall High School in Spring Valley in 1991, received his bachelor’s degree in history from Northern Illinois University, then completed both his master’s in principalship and his superinten-

dency educational specialist at Western Illinois University.

Before coming to the district, he taught history in Galva. He said he thrives in small-town districts, where getting to know the students is crucial, rather than seeing them as a number on a spreadsheet.

With time at a premi-

um, he puts the 45-minute commute to good use, going over his day in his mind and working things out before he sees his children, Connor, 14, Colin, 13, and Cora, 4.

“For me, the drive is helpful,” he said. “I have a chance to unwind.

Then when I’m home with them, I’m home.”

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FUNERAL SERVICES FOR THE WEEK Today’s visitations: Dale L. Upstone of Kirkland, 9-11 a.m. at Kirkland United Methodist Church.

Lisbeth A. Blackburn, formerly of Dixon, 9:30-11 a.m. at St. Anne Catholic Church in Dixon.

The Rev. James C. Crangle of Rock Island, 10-11 a.m. at 15th Avenue Christian Church in Rock Island.

Roberta L. Haag of Sterling, 12:30-1:30 p.m. at Schilling Funeral Home & Cremation in Sterling.

Today’s funerals: Ronald A. “Ron” Mitchell of Sterling and The Villages, Florida, 10 a.m. at McDonald Funeral Home in Sterling.

Manuel Rivera of Rock Falls, 10 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church in Rock Falls.

Lisbeth A. Blackburn, formerly of Dixon, 11 a.m. Mass at St. Anne Catholic Church in Dixon.

The Rev. James C. Crangle of Rock Island, 11 a.m. at 15th Avenue Christian Church in Rock Island.

Gladys B. Ludens of Morrison, 11 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church in Morrison.

Dale L. Upstone of Kirkland, 11 a.m. at Kirkland United Methodist Church.

Roberta L. Haag of Sterling, 1:30 p.m. at Schilling Funeral Home & Cremation in Sterling.

Sunday visitations:

Teresa Rodriguez of Sterling, 4-8 p.m., with the rosary recited at 3:45 p.m., at St. Mary Catholic Church in Sterling.

Monday visitations: Donald Rogers of Dixon, 9-11 a.m. at Northside Baptist Church in Dixon.

Helen Leora Underhill of Franklin Grove, 10-11 a.m. at Preston-Schilling Funeral Home in Dixon.

Lawrence W. Walls of North Aurora, 4-8 p.m. at Jones Funeral Home in Dixon.

Kenneth C. Kleveland of Mount Morris, 4:30-7 p.m. at Farrell-Holland-Gale Funeral Home in Oregon.

Marion B. “Pete” Middleton of Sterling, 5-7 p.m. at

Schilling Funeral Home & Cremation in Sterling.

Cheryl “Sue” Chappell of Sterling, 6-8 p.m. at McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls.

Monday funerals: Teresa Rodriguez of Sterling, 10:30 a.m. Mass at St. Mary Catholic Church in Sterling.

Donald Rogers of Dixon, 11 a.m. at Northside Baptist Church in Dixon.

Leonard A. Pollock of Rock Falls, 11 a.m. burial at Coloma Township Cemetery in Rock Falls.

Helen Leora Underhill of Franklin Grove, 11 a.m. at Preston-Schilling Funeral Home in Dixon.

Tuesday funerals: Cheryl “Sue” Chappell of Rock Falls, 10 a.m. at McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls.

Marion B. “Pete” Middleton of Sterling, 10 a.m. at Schilling Funeral Home & Cremation in Sterling.

Kenneth C. Kleveland of Mount Morris, 11 a.m. at Farrell-Holland-Gale Funeral Home in Oregon.

Lawrence W. Walls of North Aurora, 11 a.m. at Jones Funeral Home in Dixon.

Wednesday visitations: Ralph V. “Wimpy” Mills of Dixon, 5-7 p.m., with a Scripture service at 7 p.m., at Jones Funeral Home in Dixon.

Thursday funerals: Ralph V. “Wimpy” Mills of Dixon, 10 a.m. prayer service at Jones Funeral Home in Dixon, followed by 10:30 a.m.

Mass at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Dixon.

April 2 visitations: Rena E. Heusinkveld of Morrison, 9:30 to 11 a.m. at Ebenezer Reformed Church in Morrison.

April 2 funerals: Rena E. Heusinkveld of Morrison, 11 a.m. at Ebenezer Reformed Church in Morrison.

April 16 funerals: Thomas A. Russ of Tampico, 10:30 a.m. memorial service at Tampico United Methodist Church.

OBITUARIES Ralph V. ‘Wimpy’ Mills DIXON – Ralph V. “Wimpy” Mills, 86, of Dixon, died Thursday, March 24, 2016, at his home, surrounded by his family.

He was born March 27, 1929, in Sublette, the son of Joseph and Katherine (Happ) Mills. He had worked for Hal Roberts Ford, then was an owner and operator for Kaney Transportation for 25 years before retiring. In retirement, he also worked for his son at Mills Excavating.

He was a veteran of the Army. He also was a 64-year member of Dixon American Legion Post 12.

Ralph married Celia Giese on Feb. 16, 1957, in Dixon. They were married for 51 years before she preceded him in death on April 18, 2008.

He is survived by his children, Susan Mills, Katherine Kerchner, and Ralph (Anne) Mills, all of Dixon; five grandchildren, Lauren, Jared, and Emily Mills and Cassey Kerchner, all of Dixon, and Kyle Kerchner of

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Fort Hood, Texas; and two sisters, Velma Slothower of Rockford and Sister Mary Innocence Mills of Frankfort.

He also was preceded in death by his parents; son-in-law, Curt Kerchner; three brothers, Paul, Joseph, and Arthur Mills; and two sisters, Ruth Snap and Verna Mae Scott.

Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, with a Scripture service at 7 p.m., at Jones Funeral Home in Dixon.

A prayer service will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home, followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Dixon, with the Rev. Bernard Sehr, pastor, officiating. Burial, with military honors accorded by the Dixon combined veterans group, will be at at Oakwood Cemetery in Dixon.

Memorials have been established to Serenity Hospice & Home and Honor Flight of Lee County.

Visit thejonesfh.com to send condolences.

Helen L. Underhill FRANKLIN GROVE – Helen Leora Underhill, 86, of Franklin Grove, died Thursday, March 24, 2016, at Franklin Grove Living and Rehabilitation Center. She was a licensed practical nurse at Franklin Grove Health Care Center for 17 years before retiring in 1991.

Helen was born June 16, 1929, in Dixon, the daughter of Asa and Clarissa (Rusk) Fore. She married Clifford Orville Underhill on Nov. 18, 1945, in Olney. He preceded her in death on March 26, 2009. Helen was an avid Green Bay Packers fan, as well as an avid animal lover.

Survivors include one daughter, Patricia (Joseph) Wagner of Coppers Cove, Texas;

one brother, Robert Fore of Olney; and one sister, Connie (Theodore) Heier of Ashton.

She also was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Jack (Mary Jane) Fore and Tom Fore, and one sister and brother-in-law, Ida (Warren) Ream.

Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Monday, and the funeral at 11 a.m. Monday at Preston-Schilling Funeral Home in Dixon, with Jack Briggs, pastor, officiating. Burial will be at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens in Dixon.

A memorial has been established to Ashton Fire Department.

Visit prestonschillingfuneralhome.com to send condolences.

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STERLING – Teresa Grennan Rodriguez, 64, of Sterling, died Wednesday, March 23, 2016, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

She was born Jan. 29, 1952, in Sterling, the daughter of Matthew and Helen (Blackburn) Grennan. She attended St. Mary Grade School, and was a graduate of Newman Central Catholic High School. Teresa married J. Arnold Rodriguez on April 24, 1971, in Sterling. She worked for about 10 years at the former Harlan’s Store in Sterling, then at Wahl Clipper Corp. in Sterling for 16 years, from 1985 to 2001, and was the lead person in foreign shipping. Teresa was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Sterling. She enjoyed cooking and sewing, and was a sports fanatic. Teresa always looked forward for travel visits to spend time with her children and grandchildren.

Survivors include her husband, Arnold; four daughters, Bridget (Robert) Mena Jr. of Burke, Virginia, Jennifer (Jason) Babin of South Bend, Indiana, Helen (Seth) Nelson of Chesterfield, Missouri, and Melissa (Nick) Kyarsgaard of Galt; 10 grandchildren, Bobby Mena, Sonia Mena, Jake Babin, Jamie Babin,

Nathan Sharp, Kaylyn Sharp, Jack Nelson, Corey Kyarsgaard, Kinnick Kyarsgaard, and Lucas Kyarsgaard; one greatgranddaughter, due soon, Marlee Babin; seven sisters, Norma McDonald of Sterling, Kay Adams of Sterling, Peggy (Jerry) McDonnell of Rock Hill, South Carolina, Virginia Propheter of Baltimore, Nancy McGinn of Sterling, Sally (Bert) Davis of Rock Falls, and Martha Hurd of Grove City, Ohio; and two brothers, James (Juana) Grennan of Scottsdale, Arizona, and Pat “Dugan” (Karla) Grennan of Maynard, Iowa.

She was preceded in death by her parents and two sisters, Susie Kostoff and Judy Grennan.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday, with the rosary recited at 3:45 p.m., at St. Mary Catholic Church, 600 Avenue B, in Sterling. Celebration of the Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m.

Monday at the church, with the Rev. James R. Keenan, pastor and celebrant, officiating. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery in Sterling. McDonald Funeral Homes is handling arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society.

Gary Spencer

Lawrence W. Walls NORTH AURORA – Lawrence W. Walls, 74, of North Aurora, passed away Thursday, March 24, 2016, at Presence Mercy Medical Center in Aurora.

He was born Jan. 1, 1942, in Dixon, the son of Earl and Edith (Marquis) Walls. He had worked at Hawley Products in St. Charles and Anchor Brake Shoes in West Chicago before retiring. He was a veteran of the Army. He married Nancy Fischer on Sept. 25, 1965, in Reno, Nevada. She preceded him in death on Sept. 15, 2012.

He is survived by one son, Jeff (Laura Nielsen) Walls of Dixon; one daughter, Denise (Darryl Sedlacek) Leask of York, Nebraska; five grandchildren, Jeffrey (Melanie) Walls, Justin Walls, Tiffany (Jeremy) Nelson, David (Katherine) Nelson, and Kaytlin Armstrong; one greatgranddaughter, Jayden Nelson; special friend, Carol Collins of North Aurora and her children, Peggy Bryant, Mike Bryant, and Ashley Ratton,

and her grandchildren, Brittany, C.J., Whitney, Faith, Bailey, and Collin, and six greatgrandchildren; three brothers, Donald (Bertha) Walls of Hawaii and Richard Walls and Floyd “Babe” Walls, both of Dixon; and three sisters, Marilyn Kinmon of Rock Falls, JoAnn Walls of Dixon, and Judith (Jerry) Cruse of Bartonville.

He also preceded in death by four brothers, William “Lowell,” Raymond, Harold “Bud,” and Ronald Walls; and three sisters, Mildred Louise “Honey” Hanabarger, Thelma “Toot” Karow, and Christine Walls.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday at Jones Funeral Home in Dixon. The funeral will be at 11 a.m.

Tuesday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Dalmus Meeks officiating. Burial, with military honors accorded by the Dixon combined veterans group, will be at Oakwood Cemetery in Dixon.

Visit thejonesfh.com to send condolences.

Lois L. Vos ALBANY – Lois L. Vos, 87, of Albany, died Friday, March 25, 2016, at Resthave Nursing Home in Morrison.

McDonald Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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STERLING – Roene Beth Hayen, 90, of Sterling, died LYNDON – Gary Spencer, 51, of Lyndon, died Friday, Wednesday, March 23, 2016, at Avonlea Cottages in March 25, 2016, in Lyndon. Bosma-Renkes Funeral Sterling. McDonald Funeral Home & Crematory in Rock Falls is handling arrangements.

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YMCA, chamber hope program grows GIRLS

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“We don’t offer a lot for girls in that age range right now. … They don’t have to love running to do it, ... because it’s about having fun and then, of course, more of the social/emotional side of things.

“This is for a group of girls who want to do something, but maybe not something competitive.”

The YMCA has partnered with the Rock Falls Chamber of Commerce to offer the program.

A local woman, an avid runner, created a training plan for the girls to guide them through 10 weeks of workouts in preparation for the 3.1-mile race in June.

The girls, many of whom likely will be beginners with little or no running

How to sign up Girls on the Go is open to all girls in grades 6 through 8 in Sterling and Rock Falls.

Cost is $20 for YMCA members and $30 for nonmembers. The deadline to register is April 5.

An informational meeting will be held April 5. Practices will be from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays, starting April 12, at the Sterling-Rock Falls YMCA. The 5K is planned for June 14 on the trail that goes from the Dillon Home, across the Sinnissippi Dam, and onto the Hennepin Canal.

Volunteers will be needed to run with the girls, as well as to staff the race.

Call the YMCA at 815-535-9622 for more information or to volunteer. experience, will start with walking and jogging shorter distances, then progress to running longer distances without stopping. They also will be encouraged to cross train during the week.

Kadina Hodges, events coordinator for the chamber, will lead the workouts. She’s been a runner for more than 5 years and enjoys running half marathons.

“I intend on teaching them the importance of overcoming mental road-

blocks and why building relationships with others is imperative in this process,” Hodges said.

Local women, many of whom are affiliated with chamber member businesses and organizations, will speak to the girls across a variety of topics, all of which reinforce positive self-image.

“People in the community are excited about this opportunity and want to volunteer their time to work with these girls,” Richter said.

“This is a great opportunity for our members to give back to our community and impact a child in a positive way,” Hodges added.

The YMCA and the chamber hope the program grows: If there is enough interest, the organizations will partner again in the spring to offer a second round of the program for middleschoolers, and expand it to include one for girls in third through fifth grades.

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THE PEOPLE’S VOICE | JAMES MANUS

Positive enforcement Sterling native goes from day care to deputy

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bout a week after we started our membership at the Sterling-Rock Falls YMCA in December 2014, this new kid started working in Wee Care. Our twins, Anna and Elise, had to terrify him.

Not because of their attitudes. No, the terrible 2s only recently took hold. But my little girls had just begun walking. They were still very prone to accidents, falling down and not uttering any more words than “Mama” and “Dada.”

And the infants? Way worse.

“It was real bad with the infants and the real little babies,” that 23-year-old kid, James Manus, said Friday afternoon. “I’d never held a baby. Never burped one or fed one. I mean, this is someone’s child and so little, and his life is in my hands. At the same time, it ended up being so rewarding.”

He’s not a kid anymore, no more than those infants are infants. Last week, Manus accepted a job with the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Department. I found out from his partner, Kathy Decker, 63, a mother of five, grandmother of 24 and great-grandmother of four. Manus paired with her so many mornings over the past 16 months or so, since he graduated from Western Illinois University with a law enforcement degree that December. He leaves for the academy April 3.

I was elated for him.

He’d applied with the Sterling, Rock Falls and Amboy police departments, too. The process is rigorous. He took the physical applications, then waited a month for the results. Physical test.

Wait a month. Oral interview. Wait some more.

I was so proud that I left Wee Care, zapped my card at the front desk, headed to the gym, grabbed a basketball and cried a little.

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Early last year, the girls began babbling. One of their favorite words? Jims.

The vowel was negligible, and it was the best they could do to pronounce the name of the male role model they’d come to adore. Thursday morning, the last time he’d hang out with them in Wee Care, he teared up, too. I was actually grateful that Anna rejected me and insisted that James put her coat and hat on for her.

OK, enough with the sad stuff. Fact is, James hopes to work and retire in Whiteside County. So he won’t be more than a few miles away. He’s got a standing invitation to the Heimerman household whenever he needs a steak fresh off the grill.

He wants to be here because he’s been inspired by his grandparents, his parents, David and Nicole, and Bob Allen, who might as well be family. Allen, a retired police lieutenant and a Sterling school board member who coached then-10-year-old James’ baseball team, made quite an impression.

“He was a huge inspiration,” James said. “He was my coach, he was a police officer and a father all in one. I really looked up to that man. I decided right there that I wanted to be Bob Allen. I really tailored my life to emulate what he’s done. I’m very appreciative for all the help he’s given me along the track.”

He was also happy to gush about Decker, his perfect complement.

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James Manus watches kids play as he works as a child care provider for the Wee Care program at the Sterling-Rock Falls YMCA. Members of the Y can drop off their children while they use the facilities. Manus has been working with Wee Care since December 2014, but in a little more than a week he will leave for the academy to embark on his new job with the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Department.

Online extra Find this story at saukvalley.com to watch James Manus hang out with his 2-year-old buddy, Johan Cayetano, at Wee Care at the Sterling-Rock Falls YMCA. “I got to see her interact with kids of all ages, and how she handled each situation, and I was lucky to model my behavior after Kathy,” he said. “She had all the experience, paired with me, a kid out of college with no experience.

When you paired the two of us up, it was a pretty good combination.”

Whereas the Wee Care tiny ones were intimidating, in their vulnerable way, he gravitated toward the 3-, 4- and 5-year-olds, who were ready for rough-housing.

“I had the nuance of still being young, especially in the afternoon, when the older kids were in here,” he said. “I’d get down on the floor and play with the kids, roll around and let them climb on me.”

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James Manus, 23, colors with Sara and Lydia on Thursday in Wee Care at the Sterling-Rock Falls YMCA. Manus recently received a job offer as a deputy with the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Department.

He’s excited to bring the youthful exuberance into public outreach, to offset any negative portrayals of police.

“I want to combat that image and bring a positive

light to law enforcement,” he said. “If you start with the kids, you can change some opinions on that.”

My only request, James, is that you shoot me a text before you show up

at Wee Care in your uniform for the first time.

I’ll have the girls there in no time at all, so you can keep being their role model, like Bob Allen was for you.

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EDITORIAL | DIXON

Study will point way to airport’s future P

erched on the city’s southeast side, the Dixon Municipal Airport has had a varied and interesting past.

History tell us that Charles R. Walgreen, the drug store chain founder, was a strong proponent of local aviation in the 1920s and 1930s. The city later honored Walgreen by naming the airfield after him in 1964.

Personages such as aviator Jimmy Doolittle and former Gov. Henry Horner, who helped dedicate the airport in 1934, and Ronald Rea-

gan have been there.

So have music concerts hosted by the Petunia Festival, along with large and well-attended fly-ins and air shows in the early part of this century.

But what does the future hold for the airport?

At the urging of new City Manager Cole O’Donnell, the Dixon City Council has decided to find out.

The council this week agreed to move forward with a feasibility study to evaluate the airport’s operations and come up

What we think The Dixon City Council is correct to commission a study of its municipal airport to discover new ways to leverage this longtime community asset. with recommendations on how to improve it and make it pay its way.

The problem is, the airport is running a deficit budget, and it is not used that often.

Expenditures for 2015 were about $135,000, but income was only about $42,000. That came

mostly from rentals.

The airport itself sees only about five takeoffs a week, mostly from pleasure aircraft.

THE HOPE FOR THE feasibility study, which is estimated to cost from $10,000 to $30,000, is that it will point out

ways to modernize and expand the airport (lengthening a runway is one possibility) so that it would become more attractive to business aviation.

Even before the new administration, led by Mayor Li Arellano Jr., took office last May, and the new city manager came on board at the first of the year, city leaders were looking at better ways to capitalize on the airport.

Now, with the feasibility study in the planning stages (it likely will take

place between June and October), the council is laying the groundwork for future decisions that, we hope, bode well for local aviation.

Starting in the early 2010s, the city spent millions of dollars to redevelop its downtown infrastructure.

It’s fitting that a cityowned facility on the outskirts of town now receives attention.

We hope the study leads to an aviation resurgence and a greater role for the Dixon Municipal Airport in the city’s future.

THE READER’S VOICE

Concealed gun instructors must be diligent

Illinois Budget Stalemate

LEON J. DAVILO Rock Falls

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I believe most firearms instructors for the concealed carry of Illinois are amateurs but still learning, and cut corners and really do not look out for the best interests for their students.

The average person wanting to have a concealed carry license doesn’t know about firearms. The instructor needs to instruct the student with the handgun he or she is going to carry, which should be nothing smaller than a .32-caliber, or carry a .38-caliber, 9-millimeter or, for men, .45-caliber.

A .22-caliber is not the type of handgun to carry.

It has no stopping power.

A .22-caliber handgun is a mistake to carry for your protection, although all bullets kill.

You do not train your students with a .22-caliber to save money. You’re cheating the students.

Train them with the handgun they are going to carry and feel comfortable with.

The safest ammo to use and which does the job are hollow points. They stop in your target. I would not buy full metal jacket. They go through your target.

Don’t be afraid to ask the instructor questions when you’re not sure of something you don’t understand.

Note to readers: Leon J. Davilo is an Illinois state firearms instructor with 24 years of experience.

Nation seems determined to destroy itself PHILIP BUYNO Prophetstown

I would say it looks like America is bound to destroy itself. Does that seem a bit harsh?

How is that possible? In a multitude of ways.

First, the doomsday clock records a tally approaching $20 trillion.

It’s a huge hole, and we keep digging with no plan to stop.

Also, we maintain an attack on the very building block of society, the

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without a state budget for the fiscal year that started July 1.

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family, without regard to the harm we are doing to children.

Now, in presidential politics, are we on a suicide mission, at least in the Republican Party, rejecting a good constitutional candidate, while we support a blabbermouth who is making many feel good with short-sighted, juvenile, impulsive diatribes that are only destructive?

Maybe it will still all work out. I don’t think so. We were planning a home-school field trip to Cleveland with some of our older grandkids. That may not be wise with riot-

ing in the forecast.

You may see us uptown with signs inviting you to stop and talk about religion and politics. Hope to see you.

Let us agree to disagree GREG CAVANAUGH Dixon

I read Mr. McMichael’s March 18 response to my letter [“Hunter does not agree with PETA’s views,” The Reader’s Voice, Feb. 27].

At this point, all I can say is, let’s agree to disagree.

THE FIRST AMENDMENT

Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.

We both have our opinions. Besides, I refuse to engage in a war of words and insults. Let’s be bigger men and move on.

Unaffordable living if new school is built RICHARD HUNDRIESER Dixon

My previous letter [“New school’s costs could be extensive,” The Reader’s Voice, Jan. 7] regarding the school issue seems to have been ignored by those who

have a grip on making decisions. I had mentioned hidden costs that haven’t been released in the media.

Then on March 17, we’re told that seven people will make the decision whether to spend $22 million, $69 million or $78 million on the school system.

Where will the money they’re deciding to spend come from? My pocket and the pockets of all who live and pay taxes in this school district.

Let me remind the seven that for the past 10 years, the return on investments and retirement funds has been flat.

It was announced the feds will hold steady on no increases in interest rates.

Every year, invested money is devalued just as the cost of living goes up.

Recently I was told there are about 150 empty houses in Dixon. With the federal government passing costs down to

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the states, states passing costs down to counties and cities, what additional financial problems will trickle down to Dixon, especially since we are in a recession?

Will there be a vote on the decision the seven make so those who are forced to pay the bill can have input?

If my taxes go up, as they surely will, by a couple of thousand dollars a year, I’ll no longer consider Dixon a friendly place to live and will seek to find an affordable place to live.

Democracy is a sham when a few control the many and when full disclosure of the truth isn’t given to those affected.

If the seven have their way, it seems preordained a new school will be built. If that happens, I predict many more houses will be for sale, the population will go down, and the tax burden on those remaining will increase.

Thanks, Boy Scouts, for food drive benefit LYNNE WILBURN and JAN FRANCIS residents of Mount Morris

The Loaves and Fish food pantry wishes to take this opportunity to give a big shout-out to Boy Scout Troop 52 for its successful March 19 food drive benefit.

Many will be helped from your efforts. Thank you, parents and leaders, for taking the time out of your spring weekend to think of others. Job well done.

Note to readers: Lynn Wilburn and Jan Francis are co-directors of the food pantry, along with Barb Diehl and Julie Robinson.

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UNDERSTANDING ILLINOIS | STATE FINANCES

Exploring roots of Illinois’ budget crisis Taxpayers have spent more and gotten less for it

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llinois residents are paying significantly more in taxes and getting less in spending for public schools and state colleges than 4 decades ago.

How does that compute?

The answer is that health care costs for the low income (and state workers), pension appropriations, and debt service have skyrocketed since 1978, squeezing other government programs.

The slices of budget spending from all funds for Medicaid and state employee pensions have expanded from 12 percent and 3 percent, respectively, in 1978, to 23 percent and 11 percent in 2014.

Conversely, for the same period, the slices for K-12 public schools and higher education have fallen from 25 percent and 10 percent, to 12 percent and 3 percent, respectively. Dramatic shifts in resource allocations, to say the least.

We must appreciate that the budget pie for 2014 is actually larger than the one for 1978 because of population growth (13 percent in the period covered) and increased tax burden. In 1978, the individual income tax rate was 3 percent, whereas from 2011 to 2014, the rate was 5 percent.

I also thought real, inflation-adjusted per capita

Jim Nowlan of Toulon served two terms in the Illinois House and worked under three governors.

He co-wrote “Fixing Illinois.�

personal income would have grown somewhat during the period as well, but no.

According to the handydandy inflation calculator Google found for me, 2014 per capita income in Illinois of $29,666 would have been worth less ($8,170) than the actual per capita income in 1978 of $9,202. (This may help

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Health care costs for the low income (and state workers), pension appropriations, and debt service have skyrocketed since 1978.

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us understand the Trump and Sanders phenomena.)

When 1978 state spending for public schools is adjusted for population growth and inflation, school spending in that year would have represented about $10.3 billion versus the $8.84 billion the state spent in 2014.

For higher education, spending would have

been $3.6 billion versus the $2.21 billion we spent on public colleges in 2014.

Conversely, spending for Medicaid would have been $6.86 billion in 1978, versus $17 billion in 2014, and pensions from $1 billion in 1978 to $8.1 billion in 2014.

Almost one-quarter of Illinois residents are enrolled in Medicaid, just above the national average; a bit more than half the costs in Illinois are borne by the federal government. Maybe surprising, Illinois spends significantly less per Medicaid enrollee annually ($4,722 in 2012) than the nation as a whole ($5,527).

Well, what to do?

GOP Gov. Bruce Rauner and Democratic state Senate President John Cullerton are supposedly close to agreement on changes in pensions that would make modest savings in costs going forward. Conservative groups like the Illinois Policy Institute would put all future workers in 401(k) plans, where state contributions could be controlled.

These changes would not, however, affect the big unfunded pension liabilities that weigh us down for the coming years like an anvil on our back.

As for Medicaid, no one I know has a magic bullet. I think hospitals and doctors are, today, rather fat and sassy, like our colleges and universities were in the 1950 and ’60s.

But I don’t expect any big reductions in costs in the near future.

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The slices of budget spending from all funds for Medicaid and state employee pensions have expanded from 12 percent and 3 percent, respectively, in 1978, to 23 percent and 11 percent in 2014.

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Jim Nowlan

The respected, business-oriented Civic Federation of Chicago follows government budgeting closely. The group recently released a major analysis that concluded if the state is to get onto sound fiscal footing, we will have to raise the income tax back to 5 percent and also begin to tax retirement income and broaden the sales tax.

Interesting to note, a year ago the Civic Federation recommended raising the income tax to 4.25 percent, but now the group reports that in the past year, things have gotten worse, so a bigger tax increase is needed.

Whether the Civic Federation is right, something has to be done, and soon.

Note to readers: Jim Nowlan of Toulon served two terms in the Illinois House and worked under three governors. He cowrote “Fixing Illinois: Politics and Policy in the Prairie State.� Contact Nowlan at jnowlan3@ gmail.com.

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How they spend campaign cash: Please pass the caviar Lawmakers use loopholes to fund car leases, vacations and clothing Chicago Tribune Editorial Board

Illinois politicians have come a long way since October 1970 when investigators found $744,000 hidden in the hotel room closet of the deceased secretary of state, Paul Powell.

Or have they?

Lawmakers might not be stashing cash bribes in shoeboxes these days, but they have managed to shimmy around ethics laws meant to limit the influence of money in politics.

The donations politicians collect to run their

campaigns are supposed to be spent for that purpose – campaign-related activities.

A 1999 ethics law limited how the money could be spent. Money raised after 1998 could no longer be converted for personal use. The law also prohibited lawmakers from holding fundraisers near the Capitol. They could only accept gifts from lobbyists of “nominal� value. Later, the Legislature clarified the language to say that gifts were limited to $100 and meals to $75 or less.

But the law also includ-

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ed more than 20 exceptions on how campaign money could be spent and which gifts from lobbyists might be accepted.

A fresh report shows how routinely lawmakers take advantage of those loopholes.

The Springfield-based Illinois Times news magazine has itemized some of the questionable expenses Illinois lawmakers listed on their campaign fund disclosure forms: Car leases for luxury

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Illinois Times found that state Rep. Luis Arroyo of Chicago spent $183 in campaign money several years ago at a men’s store in Springfield. Even though the 1999 law said money cannot be spent for personal use, new clothes could be justified because legislators need nice threads to carry out their official duties, according to one interpretation of the law.

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ROCK FALLS – The city’s finance committee will get its first look at the 2016-17 fiscal year budget during two meetings next week.

City Administrator Robbin Blackert said she will present a balanced budget to the committee at 5 p.m. Monday and Tuesday in council chambers.

Monday’s presenta-

tion will focus on the enterprise funds that are derived from city-owned utilities, and the police fund.

The city’s utilities again are sure to be an important budget component.

The electric, sewer, water and garbage utilities, plus a broadband business in its infancy, account for between 14 percent and 17 percent of the city’s general fund. The electric department alone is a more than $10 million-ayear business.

The city is setting up a Public Utility Governance Board, and hiring a utilities superintendent.

“I think it’s paramount to have citizen partici-

Enterprise funds

pation because citizens are stakeholders in cityowned utilities,” Mayor Bill Wescott said.

Tuesday, the finance committee will turn the spotlight onto the general fund.

Proposed state cuts to the Local Government Distributive Fund cast a dark cloud over last year’s budget process. The fund

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DIXON – In addition to previously announced resurfacing work that begins next week on the Reagan Memorial Tollway, some bridge and ramp work will inconvenience motorists.

The Illinois Department of Transportation announced Friday that the Pump Factory Road bridge, which allows traffic over Interstate 88 near Dixon, will close at 7 a.m.

Monday, and will not

reopen until sometime in mid-April. Electronic signs will be in place to alert drivers that construction has started, but no detours will be posted.

Earlier this week, IDOT had announced that work would resume Monday on 11 miles of I-88, between U.S. routes 30 and 52 in Lee, Ogle, and Whiteside counties. Traffic will be reduced from two lanes to one in each direction during most of that project.

A project on the ramp bridge that allows east-

bound I-88 traffic to state Route 26 will begin at 7 a.m. April 4, closing that bridge through fall. A detour sign will send exiting traffic to U.S. Route 30 in Rock Falls, 11 miles west of the interchange, heading east to state Route 26.

Full closure of the crossroad bridges is necessary because they are too narrow to accommodate traffic and provide a safe work zone. IDOT said the full closures, however, will reduce the construction time by half.

is again in front of Illinois lawmakers, but as before, they face strong opposition from law enforcement and anti-pot advocates.

The omnibus bill in the Senate also sets a standard for what’s considered

too high to drive and automatically purges municipal citation records for possession annually, unless local governments decide against it. Opponents of the legislation dislike both of those provisions, too.

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supplies the portion of state income taxes that is given to cities. A key revenue source, the money goes into local general funds for basic services that include police, fire, public works, and administration.

Last year, when Blackert brought the budget to the finance committee, she warned that if the state

The budget will be presented during two finance committee meetings, at 5 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, at City Hall, 603 W. 10th St. The Monday meeting will focus on the enterprise and police funds, while Tuesday’s session will be devoted to the general fund.

The agendas will be posted at rockfalls61071.com and at City Hall. Call 815-622-1100 for more information. did make cuts, she would have to go back to work to account for the difference.

“If we need to make more cuts, I would take my recommendations back to the committee, and they will have to make some tough decisions,” Blackert had said.

That never happened, and last year’s budget came in just under $22.4

million, putting the city $1,100 in the black.

Although the state still doesn’t have a budget, the fears of huge LGDF cuts have subsided – at least for now. Had Gov. Bruce Rauner’s threat to cut municipal tax revenues by 50 percent come to fruition, it would have cost Rock Falls about $500,000.

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Everett also cited a section of the act involving preliminary drafts, called the deliberative process exemption, that he says allows the district to withhold such information, at least some of which was shared with the teachers union.

However, Don Craven, legal counsel for the Illinois Press Association, provided SVM with case law demonstrating that facts, but not opinions and policies, are public record and not protected by the exemption, even if they are contained in a preliminary draft.

Everett did not return calls from SVM Friday requesting further comment.

Everett has said each option could be carried out in full, partially, or not at all. He has said he will present the details he now is withholding at the hearing, where public comment will be taken and the board will vote on the reduction options it plans to impose.

The hearing is mandated by code, because the proposed staff cuts, called reductions in force, are in excess of 150 percent of the average RIFs over the past 3 school years. Were it not for the proposed RIFs, a public hearing would not be required.

Those who would like to speak at Wednesday’s hearing must fill out a form when they arrive.

After public comment, the board will enter closed session, and will vote on its cost-savings

plan in open session.

The union then will have the opportunity to bargain with the board.

It can offer to forego salary increases or change benefit structures to reduce RIFs, and it can ask the district to help move teachers who are RIFed. Union President Denise Harts wrote in a letter to the editor that will run in Tuesday’s editions that the proposed cuts include the reduction in force of six positions: three elementary school teachers, a music and a science teacher at the middle school, and a high school social studies teacher.

The board has said the average savings per position will be $45,000, which includes salary and benefits.

Eliminating one section of kindergarten is a possibility, with a kindergarten teacher retiring, but whether that section is needed will hinge on the district’s kindergarten roundup event, which helps determine enrollment.

Everett has said restructuring the middle school to a format similar to that of the high school is the option that would save the most money.

The restructuring would result in core curriculum teachers no longer teaching one specific grade, but instead being part of a math team, for example, that would handle all three grades.

Everett also said reducing the number of overtime hours for face-toface online registration assistance would save $20,000, the least amount

Cost reduction options Proposed options to help alleviate the Sterling School District’s projected $800,000 fiscal year 2017 budget: • Partner with Sauk Valley Community College to provide vocational opportunities • Eliminate all Level-3 and Level-4 foreign language offerings • Restructure the fifth-through-12th-grade music department schedule • Reduce six assistant coaches across all sports; cut bass fishing program • Sterling High School and Challand Middle School will share a bilingual teacher • Restructure the elementary bilingual program • Reduce a kindergarten section at Jefferson Elementary School • Restructure the Challand Middle School schedule • Reduce expenses of conducting student registration • Cut administrative positions

To attend The Sterling school board will have a reduction-inforce hearing at 6 p.m. Wednesday in the high school library, 1608 Fourth Ave. The board is expected to discuss 10 cost-savings options, including cutting six teacher positions, and vote on the measures it will impose to alleviate a projected $800,000 deficit in the 2016-17 school district budget.

Go to sterlingpublicschools.org, or call 815-6265050 for more information. among the 10 options.

The district also will significantly reduce the number of students it sends to Whiteside Area Career Center. Starting

this fall, they will take health occupations and allied health, welding and fabrication, criminal justice, computer science and early childhood edu-

cation classes through Sauk Valley Community College, which will save about $50,000, Everett has said.

Also proposed is for Sterling High and Challand to share a bilingual teacher and elementary bilingual restructuring.

“Our students will be serviced,” Everett said.

“We’re not cutting bilingual services. How we restructure those services is what’s at issue.”

Administrative cuts also are proposed. Everett said four administrators have been cut the past 2 years, and that among districts in the Large Unit District Association, Sterling has the highest student-toadministrator ratio.

Eliminating Spanish 3 and Spanish 4, six sports assistant coaches, and the bass fishing program also are being considered.

The school district has balanced its budget each of the past 3 years. From 2011 to 2014, the district spent about $1 million in reserves each year, reducing the balance from $4.7 million to $1.4 million.

Payroll is about $2 million a month, August through April.

“The [Illinois Associa-

tion of School Business Officials] recommends that school districts have between 6 and 12 months of cash on hand,” Everett said. “We have less than a month on hand. Protecting payroll is imperative for me as a leader.”

More than 60 percent of the state’s public school districts are deficit spending, according to the 2016 School District Financial Profile Scores released by the Illinois State Board of Education.

By state law, the board must decide whom to let go 45 days before the end of the school year, giving the Sterling district an April 3 deadline. Everett said the board will burn the midnight oil, if necessary, Wednesday night to make decisions.

Everett said this marks the eighth year of reductions in a row, but that the past 5 have been the most significant.

“Because of that, we are now at that bare bones level,” he said. “We have no more excess fat on our financial situation in this district. Nothing we’re doing at this point in time is painless.

“We’re performing surgery without anesthetic.”

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Prosecutor wants verdict set aside Man couldn’t have slain girl in 1957, he says CHICAGO (AP) – A man convicted in the 1957 abduction and slaying of a 7-year-old girl in northern Illinois couldn’t have committed the crime, a prosecutor said Friday, marking a stunning turnaround in one of the oldest unsolved crimes in American history to make it to trial.

DeKalb County State’s Attorney Richard Schmack said his court-ordered, 6-month review of the case included new evidence that firmed up an alibi for Jack McCullough, who was initially cleared by investigators but then charged in 2011.

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that McCullough could have been anywhere nearby when Maria Ridulph vanished on Dec. 3, 1957, while she was playing outside in the snow near her home in the small community of Sycamore.

The girl was choked and stabbed to death in an alley, and her body was found months later, dumped in woods more than 100 miles away. The slaying remained a mystery for decades.

McCullough, now 76, was a neighbor at the time of the killing. He had long ago been cleared by authorities before a renewed effort was launched to solve the case. He was found guilty in 2012, and sentenced to life in prison.

Schmack said in a court filing that he joined in the defendant’s motion to set aside the guilty verdict.

A hearing is scheduled for Tuesday.

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People on the autism spectrum have difficulty managing their sensory input.They may overreact or underreact to visual, tactile, and aural input - sometimes to the point where they are unable to participate in typical life activities.

Many people with autism are exceptionally intelligent and capable, but they still may be unable to do everyday activities because the sound, lights or sensations are overwhelming. Each individual with autism is unique. Many of those on the autism spectrum have exceptional abilities in visual skills, music and academic skills. About 40 percent have average to above average intellectual abilities. Indeed, many people on the spectrum take deserved pride in their distinctive abilities and atypical ways of viewing the world.

The best thing you can do for a person with autism is to accept them as they are. Understand that they are not terribly different from you, they are just experiencing the world differently than you.To learn more, www.Autismspeaks.org is a very informative website.

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March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month.

In 1987, Ronald Reagan noted the month of March as a public awareness month to recognize the need for inclusion and the abilities of people with developmental and intellectual disabilities.

People with disabilities are included

in their community, churches, workforce and school.

Inclusion continues to be a goal of Kreider Alliance Kreider Services and many other local organizations that work with people with disabilities.

The battle to end the use of the “R” word con-

tinues and we educate kids not to bully people with disabilities. Make sure your words and actions are respectful to the disabled.

The mission of Kreider Alliance is to advocate, educate and support people with developmental and intellectual disabilities

in Northern Illinois. A chapter with the Arc of Illinois since 1952, Kreider Alliance is a sister organization of Kreider Services, who last year served more than 620 people with disabilities from Dixon, Amboy, Ashton, Franklin Grove, Rock Falls, Galena and Stockton.

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This year we want to go beyond simply promoting autism awareness to encouraging friends and collaborators to become partners in movement toward acceptance and appreciation.

Let’s embrace a new perspective. For over 50 years the Autism Socity has worked in communities (both large and small) to ensure our actions, through our services and programming, supported all individuals living with autism.

Let’s expand this work to focus on the rest of us – ensuring acceptance and inclusion in schools and communities that results in true appreciation of the unique aspects of all people.

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Join us in celebration for 2016 National Autism Awareness Month! National Autism Awareness Month represents an excellent opportunity to promote autism awareness, autism acceptance and to draw attention to the tens of thousands facing an autism diagnosis each year.

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April 14 – attend Florissa Open House and Family Fun Night from 4-7 pm to see and experience many of the programs offered at Florissa.

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It is time we Spread the Word to End the Word™ and build awareness for society to stop and think about its’ use of the R-word.

Use of that R-word, “retard” or “retarded,” is hurtful and painful and whether intended or not, is a form of bullying. Most people don’t think of this word as hate speech, but that’s exactly what it feels like to millions of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, their families and friends. The R-word is just as cruel and offensive as any other slur.

Visit www.r-word.org to make your pledge today. Eliminating the use of this word is a step toward respect.

Did you know the pejorative and ever increasing use of the R-word in today’s society further perpetuates the stigma and negative stereotypes that face people with intellectual disabilities?

Up to three percent of the world’s population have intellectual disabilities - that’s almost 200 million people around the world. It’s one of the largest disability populations in the world, perhaps you know someone?

We ask that you help us change the conversation and help eliminate the demeaning use of the R-word from today’s popular youth vernacular and replace it with “respect.”

We are asking for your help in creating a more accepting world for people with intellectual disabilities and all those people that may appear different, but have unique gifts and talents to share with the world.

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David Sarnoff, a businessman and media pioneer who died in 1971, said, “Success, in a generally accepted sense of the term, means the opportunity to experience and to realize to the maximum the forces that are within us.”

At the bridge table, we would like to end each deal with the maximum possible score. That usually only requires bidding and playing sensibly. But sometimes it needs a little of that je ne sais quoi.

In today’s deal, look at the North hand. South opens one spade, North raises to two spades, and South rebids three clubs. What should North do now?

South’s three-club bid is a help-suit game-try, asking

North to look in particular at his black suits. With few points there, North signs off in three spades; but with good holdings, he typically jumps to four spades. However, with a magic hand like this one, he

tells partner about the double fit by raising to four clubs.

Now analyze the deal.

How does South get on with (a) spades or (b) clubs as trumps?

In spades, South has only 11 tricks: five spades, one diamond and five clubs. Declarer must lose either two diamonds or one trick in each red suit.

In clubs, though, there are 12 winners: five spades, one diamond, five clubs, and one heart ruff in South, the shorter trump hand. Two diamond losers disappear from North on South’s fourth and fifth spades.

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A view of the Colosseum prior to the arrival of Pope Francis to lead the Via Crucis (Way of the Cross) torchlight procession celebrated at the Colosseum on Good Friday in Rome.

Pope decries ‘terrorist acts’ ROME (AP) – Pope Francis at the traditional Good Friday cross procession denounced those committing “terrorist acts” while profaning God’s name and lamented what he called “anesthetized” consciences over war refugees flooding Europe.

Francis renewed his condemnation of what he has called indifference and inhospitality to those risking their lives

in unseaworthy smugglers’ boats in hopes of finding refuge on European shores from war and other violence.

Evoking the image of Jesus on the cross, Francis said: “We see you in the faces of children, of women and people, worn out and fearful, who flee war and violence and who often only find death” and people who refuse to deal with them.

MONEY & MARKETS Financial markets closed for holiday Due to the Good Friday holiday, there are no market reports for today’s newspaper.

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three people and shooting two of them in the leg. One man was carrying a suspicious bag while accompanied by a young girl.

As Easter weekend began, jittery Europeans faced uncertainty about how many violent extremists remain at large, and

where and when they might strike again.

On Friday afternoon, two blasts and gunfire rang out in the Schaerbeek district of Belgium’s capital, where police earlier found explosives and bomb-making material in an apartment used by the suicide

attackers who killed 31 people and wounded 270 in assaults on the Brussels airport and subway.

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Participants gather around maps during Monday’s charrette at the Rock Falls Community Building to insert ideas for trails development. The residents’ ideas will be used as the city’s canal and trails committee develops its master plan.

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“If you build it for yourselves and increase your quality of life, then you roll out the welcome mat and extend the experience to others,” Bellovics said.

Residents emphasized incorporating the city’s railroad history with the help of signage and kiosks highlighting the “Rail to Trail” brand. A parking lot at 11th Street near the prairie is a possibility for the primary educational area.

The participants understood the big-picture elements of trail planning, he said.

“They expressed the need to connect with existing trails, the riverfront and the canal,” Bellovics said. “I think they realized that the riverfront really is one of the main trailheads, and should be a key part of the Second Street business connection.”

Plans are for patrons of the new Holiday Inn Express & Suites to have trail access right outside the hotel’s doors.

By the end of the session, the maps were dotted with features from nature enhancements such as prairie and wetland restoration areas to the most practical amenities – restrooms, parking areas, signage and benches.

Jim Schuneman, Hennepin Canal and Trails committee chairman, said the meeting was representative of the trail’s various uses.

“There were the run-

Residents jotted down ideas on Post-it notes and placed them on areas of the maps where they would like to see the amenities built. The notes now show up on the GIS-generated maps.

HAVANA (AP) – Tens of thousands of jubilant Cubans and tourists swarmed the site of the Rolling Stones’ free concert in Havana Friday, calling it a historic moment for a country that once forced rock fans to listen to their favorite music behind closed doors.

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Call 815-622-1100 for more information. ners who liked the idea of 6-mile loops in the trail, and the cyclists talked a lot about bike racks and repair stations,” Schuneman said. “A majority of the amenities, like hard trail surfaces, lots of bathrooms, mile markers, and signage, were high priorities for everyone.”

The next step is to bring the four maps to the committee and put together a master plan with everyone’s input, he said. The results will be brought before members of the public again for their thoughts. Then money makes its way into the process.

“We’ll have to look at the costs of everything, weigh our options, and

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“We want to keep the momentum going from the charrette, and hopefully more people will come to our committee meetings,” Schuneman said. “We want the public input to keep coming.”

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Numbers game Notre Dame’s Sweet 16 win over Wisconsin on Friday puts the Irish in the Elite Eight for the 2nd straight season – their first back-to-back Elite Eight appearances since 1978 & ’79.

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Her friends wondered if she was really going to go through with it. She knew they wouldn’t believe her until they watched her grapple with the boys on a mat.

Receiving forearms to the head, arms and legs being pulled and twisted in uncomfortable ways: No, not you Jazmin, they would tell her. She straightened her hair for school, wore earrings. They couldn’t picture this.

“I just kept telling everyone this is what I was going to do,” Jazmin Lopez said.

“They all see me as a girly-girl. But this is what I wanted to do, so I did it.”

Lopez wrestled on the Sterling wrestling team the past two seasons. She filled the 113-pound weight class this season, and picked up five wins against 14 losses. All of her wins came against male varsity opponents.

On March 13, however, she got a chance to prove herself against common opponents at the Illinois girls folkstyle state championship at East Aurora High School. There, she shined.

Lopez finished third in her weight class, and was able to step onto the podium in front of her family and friends with a medal draped around her neck.

“It felt really good,” Lopez said. “I wanted so bad to be in the first-place [bout], and looking over at it while I was wrestling for third place gave me motivation.

I told myself I had to get third, I had to make everything worth it.”

Her first match at state didn’t go as well as she had hoped. Lopez was placed in the consolation bracket after dropping a narrow 12-11 decision to Abigail Eisenbeis, a wrestler out of Gilbert Grappling.

“It was so frustrating,” Lopez said. “I wanted to be the first girl to win state at Sterling, and losing that one was tough.

My whole family and all my friends were Michael Krabbenhoeft/mkrabbenhoeft@saukvalley.com there watching, wanting me to succeed, Sterling senior Jazmin Lopez proved right from the start that she belonged with the and I lost.” boys on the mats in the Golden Warriors’ wrestling room. She placed third at this year’s Illinois Girls Folkstyle State Championships, and hopes to keep wrestling in college.

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Irish show pluck with late surge Notre Dame scores final eight points to rally past Badgers

BY DAN GELSTON AP Sports Writer

PHILADELPHIA – Mike Brey can skip a stint on the disabled list.

He has at least one more Notre Dame game to coach.

Brey was so annoyed over a perceived missed call in the second half, he leaped in protest – and failed to stick the landing. Brey pulled a calf muscle in his right leg and – moments after putting Wisconsin’s season on ice – needed a cold wrap as he hobbled toward the locker room.

“No surgery needed. But I’m a little sore,” Brey said, smiling. “I told the guys I’m the first one taped on Sunday.”

Yes, the Fighting Irish are back in the regional final – with a limping coach and some unfinished business.

AP Demetrius Jackson stripped Notre Dame’s Demetrius Jackson shoots a layup in front of the ball and scored the goWisconsin’s Bronson Koenig during the final minute of their ahead layup with 14.7 seconds Sweet 16 game Friday in Philadelphia. Notre Dame won 61-56. left, and Notre Dame advanced

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to the brink of its first Final Four in 38 years with a 61-56 win over Wisconsin on Friday night in the East Region semifinal of the NCAA Tournament.

Jackson sealed the win with a second steal – credit this win to the Pluck of the Irish – and sank two free throws to send Notre Dame (24-11) into a regional final for the second straight season.

“Maybe there’s some destiny involved in this thing,” Brey said.

Or maybe a higher power?

“The Irish don’t lose on Good Friday or Easter Sunday,” Brey told his team in the locker room. “Can I get an Amen!”

Both of these teams needed last-second game-winning shots in the second round to advance to the Sweet 16. After a plodding 30 minutes, the dramatics Friday night came right on time.

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As a boy, he watched his beloved team play the very first World Series game at Wrigley Field. A few Octobers later, he was there to see Babe Ruth call his shot.

A lot changed over the years – a job in a different field, on another kind of bench – but retired Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens never lost faith in the Chicago Cubs.

Now 95 and older than the ivy at the Friendly Confines, Stevens offers an opinion on their title drought dating to 1908.

“I don’t think it’s a question of whether they’ll win a championship,” he told The Associated Press. “It’s whether I’ll still be here to see it.”

“They are close,” he added.

“Will it happen soon enough?”

So let’s begin right there as Major League Baseball gets loosened up for opening day.

Ace pitchers Zack Greinke, David Price and Johnny Cueto start fresh with new teams. Red Sox slugger David Ortiz and Dodgers broadcaster Vin Scully are on deck for fond farewells.

Bryce Harper, Mike Trout, Carlos Correa, Nolan Arenado and Noah Syndergaard are among the young, bright stars all over the diamond.

Barry Bonds is back in play, as the hitting coach for the Miami Marlins. Dusty Baker is back in the dugout, managing the Washington Nationals.

A year after the Cubs, Houston, Toronto and Texas took huge strides to make the playoffs, fans are wondering who’s next.

AL Cy Young Award winner Dallas Keuchel saw what happened with the Astros. His first full year was 2013, and they lost 111 games.

“It’s a progression,” the lefty said. “You get better individually, and you get better as a team.”

So, how will things shake out?

San Francisco hopes its oddeven pattern holds after winning titles in 2010, 2012 and 2014.

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With a rotation featuring guys like Jon Lester (above), Jake Arrieta and John Lackey, this could be the year the Cubs finally win the World Series.

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• Bulls at Magic, CSN 7 p.m.

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NHL 6 p.m.

• Blues at Capitals, FSM

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2:30 p.m.

2:30 p.m.

• International friendly, England at Germany, at Berlin, ESPN2

• TCU at Texas, FS1

Men’s basketball 2 p.m.

• NCAA Division II Tournament, championship, Lincoln Memorial vs. Augustana (SD), at Frisco, Texas, CBS

Sunday Men’s basketball 5 p.m.

5 p.m.

• NCAA Tournament, Elite Eight, Oregon vs. Oklahoma, at Anaheim, Calif., CBS 7:45 p.m.

• NCAA Tournament, Elite Eight, Villanova vs. Kansas, at Louisville, Ky., CBS

Women’s basketball 10:30 a.m.

• NCAA Tournament, Sweet 16, UConn vs. Mississippi St., at Bridgeport, Conn., ESPN 1 p.m.

• NCAA Tournament, Sweet 16, Texas vs. UCLA, at Bridgeport, Conn., ESPN 3 p.m.

• NCAA Tournament, Sweet 16, Baylor vs. Florida St., at Dallas, ESPN 6 p.m.

• NCAA Tournament, Sweet 16, Oregon St. vs.

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College hockey 5 p.m.

• NCAA Championship Tournament, Regional final, Notre Dame-Michigan winner vs. North DakotaNortheastern winner, ESPN2

College lacrosse Noon

• Georgetown at Marquette, FS1

College softball 11 a.m.

• Florida at LSU, ESPN2 8 p.m.

• Texas at Baylor, ESPN2

Golf 9 a.m.

• World Golf Championship-Dell Match Play, round of 16, at Austin, GOLF 1 p.m.

• World Golf Championship-Dell Match Play, quarterfinals, at Austin, NBC 5 p.m.

• LPGA Tour, Kia Classic, third round, at Carlsbad, Calif., GOLF

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Tigers catcher Alex Avila (left) tags out White Sox baserunner Adam Eaton during a game in Chicago in 2014. Avila is on the other side of the rivalry now – and into a rivalry with his father, Tigers GM Al Avila.

Avilas in a house divided White Sox catcher, Tigers GM now AL Central rivals let Alex leave, and his son’s best fit came with the division rival Sox when they signed him to a Al and Alex Avila spent last 2015 (with Detroit): .191 BA, 1-year, $2.5 million contract to spring training as roommates.

4 HR, 13 RBI; 1 PB, caught share catching duties with Dioner Alex’s wife was close to having 11 runners trying to steal in 32 Navarro. their second child and wasn’t attempts “As a father, obviously it was spending much time at camp, Career: .242, 66 HR, 282 RBI; difficult to do,” Al said. “Anyand the former Tigers catcher 40 PB, caught 160 runners body would say if it was your usually met his father, then the trying to steal in 543 attempts son, you would prefer to have assistant general manager, for a him there. … If Alex … didn’t drink or dinner at the end of the play at Alabama, father-son time have the injuries … and would day anyway. diminished, but they made up for have performed to a higher level, “Might as well get the same it over the last 7 years after Alex then you probably keep him and place,” Alex said they decided. made his Tigers debut in 2009. He pay him whatever you have to A year later, they’re in very different places as American League played 683 games with the Tigers because he warrants that. That’s while his father was an executive. the business side of baseball.”

Central rivals.

“My dad is very no-nonsense,” Alex still talks to his father nearAlex is one half of a new White Alex said. “He can talk to anyly every day, but they don’t sway Sox catching tandem in Arizona, body, but he doesn’t beat around much into what’s going on with while Al begins his first full season the bush. So we always undertheir teams beyond talking about as the Tigers general manager in stood there has to be a hard line Alex’s swing or his catching.

Florida. there as far as he’s my father, but Family members also are getting “You know those license plates he’s also my employer. That was used to the new arrangement, and that say ‘House Divided?’” Alex never an issue for us. they will have 19 games this year said. “We have to get a few of “I’m not going to say there to pick a side. Al said Alex’s grandthose.” weren’t times it was tough, when mother was particularly upset.

Alex’s professional career began you’re going through a tough Given his background, Alex when Al’s Tigers drafted him stretch as a team. I feel bad frequently fields inquiries about in 2008, but his major-league about it. He feels bad about it, whether he one day will follow schooling began as a child watch- trying to figure out a way to win ing and listening to his grandfaagain. … But I’d do that all again his father into the business side ther, Ralph, and his father work. to be together. That was the best of baseball.

Alex hopes this year with the Ralph is a longtime Dodgers part about it.”

Sox is one of several more injuryscout and executive who is known The “hard line” had to be folfree playing seasons, and so for helping the organization find lowed this offseason. he doesn’t think much about talent in the Dominican Republic.

Alex, 29, was headed into his what he will do next. But he said Al spent 9 years as a scout and free-agent year after an injuryhe can’t see himself out of the executive with the Marlins before marred 2015 in which he hit .191 game, because he loves playing he joined the Tigers in 2002, and with 13 RBIs over 67 games. The and talking about it so much.

Alex often would accompany him Tigers were pleased with how to high school and college games 25-year-old James McCann looked Al thinks his son has many during that time. options. while playing in 114 games as a Alex said it’s “in our family’s “Just by participating and being rookie, and had cheaper options DNA,” and Al said family conaround baseball at all levels … than Alex to be their backup. versations inevitably turned to Alex had watched the decision- he has experienced the whole baseball – “player movements, gambit,” Al said. “He’s one of making side of baseball enough needs, fits for trades.” over the years that he knew what those guys who has enough of “I’m sure my mom got sick of was coming. That didn’t make it a well-rounded experience that it,” Alex said. “It was baseball easy for his father, who replaced he could stay on the field and be 24/7. It was amazing.” a manager one day, or he could Dave Dombrowski as GM in When Alex reached the high step up to the front office and August. school level and moved on to take a job up there.”

One of his first moves was to

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• Spring training, White Sox vs. Reds, CSN 3 p.m.

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Giants look to extend even-year streak house culture and couNEXT YEAR ture: “If you think you CONTINUED FROM B1 look hot, you wear it.”

Whether that adds up The Giants missed to a Cubs crown, we’ll the playoffs last year, find out. It’s a supreme then got starters Jeff vacancy Justice Stevens Samardzija and Cueto wants to see filled. and outfielder Denard A few years after he Span. began listening to their “This is as solid as I games on radio, Stevens think we’ve been, and was 9 when he saw the that’s saying a lot,” manCubs drop the 1929 Series ager Bruce Bochy said. opener at Wrigley. He Coming off two was back in ’32 when the straight last-place finBambino called his shot. ishes, Boston added “Yes, it really hapAP Price and closer Craig A bevy of young sluggers like Anthony Rizzo pened,” he said. “My Kimbrel. Arizona revved recollection is still fairly (above), Kyle Schwarber and Kris Bryant anchor its rotation with Greinke clear about him pointing a lineup that looks poised to make another run to and Shelby Miller. to the center-field scorethe playoffs in 2016.

The Royals apparently board. Which he did.” didn’t do enough to Stevens served more er Lorenzo Cain said.

They joined Cy Young impress the stat-heads. than 34 years on the A season after getting winner Jake Arrieta and A couple of numbersswept by the pitchingyoung boppers Anthony Supreme Court and never moved away from based sites predicted rich Mets in the NL Rizzo, Kyle Schwarber rooting for his Cubbies.

Kansas City will finish Championship Series, and Kris Bryant – last “As a Cubs fan, you do the Cubs acquired outyear’s NL Rookie of the below .500. a lot of parallel thinkfielder Jason Heyward, Year – on a team clearly “They’re probably ing,” he said. “You have never going to pick us to starter John Lackey, and dressed for success. As the disappointment, and all-purpose player Ben manager Joe Maddon win it, no matter what told his guys about club- you always have hope.” we do,” All-Star outfield- Zobrist.

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Saturday Baseball 10 a.m.

• Belvidere at Rock Falls (2) 11 a.m.

• Oswego East at Sterling • Big Rock Crossroads at Dixon (2) • West Carroll at Fulton 12 p.m.

• Forreston-Polo at Rochelle (2) 4:30 p.m.

• West Carroll Jamboree

Softball 11 a.m.

• Amboy at Dixon (2) • Oregon at Jefferson (2) • West Carroll at Fulton (2) TBA

• Sterling, Marengo at Beecher Boys tennis 8:30 a.m.

• Sterling at Boylan Indoor Invite • Newman at Rock Island Invite Boys track 8 a.m.

• Dixon, Rock Falls at Sterling Invite (at Westwood)

Girls track 8 a.m.

• Dixon, Rock Falls at Sterling Invite (at Westwood)

Monday Baseball 4:30 p.m.

• Sterling at Rock Island • Freeport at Rock Falls • Erie-Prophetstown at Orion • Sherrard at Fulton • Hall at Bureau Valley • Newman at Princeton • Hinckley-Big Rock at AFC • Winnebago at Eastland

Softball 4:30 p.m.

• Freeport at Sterling • Erie-Prophetstown at Orion • Sherrard at Fulton • Hall at Bureau Valley • Newman at Princeton • West Carroll at Alleman • Forreston-Polo at Scales Mound

Girls soccer 4:30 p.m.

• Sterling at Stillman Valley

Boys track 4 p.m.

• Fulton, Milledgeville at Morrison

Girls track 4 p.m.

• Fulton, Milledgeville, Stockton-Warren at Morrison

Tuesday Baseball 4 p.m.

• Milledgeville at Dakota 4:30 p.m.

• Erie-Prophetstown at Sterling • Dixon at Oregon • Mendota at Rock Falls • Fulton at Ridgewood • South Beloit at AFC • West Carroll at Eastland • Forreston-Polo at Durand-Pecatonica

Softball 4 p.m.

• Milledgeville at Dakota 4:30 p.m.

• Stillman Valley at Dixon • Oregon at Byron • Lutheran at Rock Falls • Fulton at Ridgewood • South Beloit at AFC • West Carroll at Eastland • Forreston-Polo at Durand

Girls soccer 6 p.m.

• Sterling at Galesburg

Boys tennis 4:30 p.m.

• Sterling at Freeport • Dixon at Lutheran • Newman at Boylan

Boys track 4:15 p.m.

• Dixon, Dakota, PoloForreston, Genoa-Kingston at Oregon 4:30 p.m.

• Amboy, Newman, ErieProphetstown, Morrison, Bureau Valley, Fulton at Rosenberry Invite (at Westwood)

Girls track 4:15 p.m.

• Dixon, Forreston-Polo, Dakota at Oregon

other Nature, you have got to be kidding me right now. In a matter of a week, you hit us with high winds, hail and heavy rains. In your down time, you even sent a tornado or two through the area – and then to top it all off, you throw some heavy wet snow in our face. Oh, and I might mention snowflakes the size of baseballs, not just your regular run-of-the-mill snow.

That said, I learned an absolutely awesome outdoor tidbit this past week. While commenting to some folks on how much I thought that the grass had greened up, a nice lady made the comment that it was because of the lightning.

Now, I could neither confirm nor deny this, but apparently it has something to do with the high nitrogen levels in the air when it is lightning. I was just taken aback by this information, and will definitely be researching this – and my hope is some of you will too, and we can learn a little together. I absolutely love learning new stuff like this, so I’m chomping at the bit to get busy looking into it.

And just like that, turkey season is but a few days away. I once again will not be out after them, but I have quite a few friends that will be. They tell me it is very addicting chasing these birds. Going out and calling birds in the evening to find where they are roosting, and then strategically placing a ground blind for

sportShorts SVM staff, wire services COLLEGE TENNIS

Skyhawks drop season opener The Sauk Valley Community College men’s tennis team lost 7-2 at McHenry College on Friday.

The Skyhawks took the No. 1 singles match, as Alex Knack beat Adolfo Carrillo 6-2, 6-1. At No. 6 singles, Alex Soriano beat Brian Spiniolas 6-3, 6-0.

The Skyhawks dropped a pair of doubles matches in third-set tiebreakers.

Knack and Lane Martells fell to Carillo and Jaspreet Gill 4-6, 6-2, 10-7. Gage Bright and Peter DeLaFuente fell to Spiniolas and Matt Panek 7-5, 3-6, 10-5.

The Skyhawks will host Waubonsee at 10:30 a.m.

April 2.

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LaSalle Lake is now open for the season, and if this fish is any indication, it is definitely worth working into your outdoor plans right now. deer with calls, and turkeys look to be a lot of the same. Really, if Fishing you have never vocalguide from ized to a wild animal Prophetstown.

He can be of any type and had a reached at response or a conversaflathead tion, if you will, it is an mechanic40 overwhelming experi@gmail.com ence for sure.

It’s still so early in the outdoor season, and my mind is just full of the actual hunt. Know- questions as each day passes. When your ing what type of call to use and when is a huge whole world revolves factor in a hunter’s suc- around air and water temperatures and water cess or lack thereof.

Thus the need to know levels, and the timing of both, you’re constantly where the birds are watching and waiting. roosting, and try to get I wonder when we will into their eardrums at have enough heat and first light.

My favorite part of the water for mushrooms? whole turkey deal is the If April showers will communication aspect indeed bring May flowof it. I love manipulating ers? Will we have low

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water by July, or will it be May, or will it be August, or will we have a series of high water events and floods? Will high water pool in the bottoms and give way to a year of battling the pesky and even dangerous mosquito? Will water temps have flatheads on the move in early April, or will it be late May? The list goes on and on, and it is all part of the everyday life of the outdoorsman.

Well, I’d love to chat some more, but I got to go push the snow off the deck. Man, that just sounds sick.

Until next week everybody, get up and get out ... outside, that is. Go Catfish!

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She bounced back, however, with three straight wins. She pinned her next opponent in 19 seconds, then beat RiversideBrookfield’s Brianna Wesolowski 5-4 to reach the third-place match, against Cindy Mauck.

In the third-place match, Lopez went to work early, and her aggressiveness earned her a pin in 1:04 and a spot on the podium with a state medal. That win was especially rewarding, as Mauck beat Eisenbeis via major decision in the previous bout; Eisenbeis finished sixth.

The state tournament had 204 girls aged kindergarten to high school participate, the most since the tournament began in 2000; last year, 158 wrestlers competed. Most of the competitors are school-aged kids, while the high school entrants have hovered around the 20s, until 48 participated in 2015 and a record 70 showed up this year.

Rock Falls sent two wrestlers to the tournament. Kamryn Hey, a Rockets sophomore, finished sixth in the H6 weight class, while Hey’s younger sister Karlie, a 12-year-old Rock Falls Middle School student, earned a second-place medal in the school girl division.

Karlie began wrestling at age 6, following in her family’s footsteps. Her father, Jacob Hey, won a state wrestling title for Dixon in 1991. Jacob’s brother, Micah, also won a state title for the Dukes in 1993.

“Karlie’s been wrestling ever since she was young,” Jacob said.

“She’s been the first girl on some all-boys teams growing up, and really enjoys the sport. They both are excited about competing, they go to wrestling camps, and work hard at it during the offseason.”

Kamryn wrestled varsity this season, and proved to be tough in the low weights. Needing a break, she took a nearly 4-year hiatus from the sport; this past season with Rock Falls was her first year back.

Lopez, however, took a different path to find the sport. Growing up, her father wanted his daughter to be tough. He wanted her to be able to defend herself if she ever needed to.

Jazmin Lopez file School: Sterling Age: 18 Year: Senior FYI: Had 5-14 varsity record this season. ... Placed third at girls state wrestling tournament. ... Is a CNA (certified nursing assistant) and wants to be a nurse practitioner.

His plan was to enroll his daughter in boxing.

“He wanted me to be strong, but said I didn’t have to stay with it if I didn’t like it,” Lopez said. “Right away, I actually liked it. My mom wasn’t thrilled with it at first; she was worried, but I enjoyed it.”

She boxed out of a gym in Rock Falls for 2 years, and eventually participated in sparring sessions with other members of the club.

She grew to appreciate the dedication the sport demanded, and went looking for a similar challenge in a high school sport. She found it in wrestling.

On the first day of wrestling practice her junior year, longtime assistant Sterling coach Kevin Heller joked with her suggesting she was in the wrong place.

Lopez knew he was kidding, but she also knew she would have to prove herself to both her coaches and teammates.

Lopez made it a point to attack the workouts hard.

She tried to lead the pack in sprints, kept up in the weight room, and tried to learn the intricacies of the sport fast so as to not fall behind. She told herself she wasn’t going to be the athlete who shows up for the first few days, then quits because it was too hard.

“I was running so hard,” Lopez said. “I wanted to prove to everyone that I belonged. That just gave me more motivation to see it through.

“It was tough at first, frustrating to learn the basics, but once they saw I was for real, the coaches and my teammates made me feel at home.”

Sterling head coach Jeff Gale didn’t see having a girl on the boys team as anything groundbreaking. He had a female teammate when he wrestled for 4 years at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, and developed an appreciation for the obstacles she overcame.

“As a coach, it wasn’t that big of a deal for me,” Gale said. “I was used to it. Having a girl in the room work their butt off wasn’t any different than the guys doing the same things. Having someone in our room that worked as hard as us, Jazmin did that. I gave her more of a chance right away than maybe some others did, and she earned it from Day 1.”

Gale coached Lopez at the girls state tournament on March 13, signifying the bond the two have developed. Lopez wants to wrestle in college; she has her eye on McKendree University in Lebanon, and Gale wants to help get her there.

The college has two programs that interest her: a women’s wrestling team, and a nurse practitioner program which is her field of interest.

To wrestle at the next level, however, Lopez will have to learn a new style of wrestling.

Women’s collegiate wrestling uses freestyle, which differs from folkstyle used in high school and men’s collegiate wrestling.

Gale explained freestyle as a more explosive style of wrestling.

It focuses on throws and tosses, and allows competitors to lock their hands when on top.

“It actually fits my style better,” Lopez said of freestyle. “I always want to lock my hands, and I’ve been [docked] points in high school so many times for doing that. My coaches were trying to teach that out of me, and now we’re switching and they’re trying to teach me how to use that.”

The next step for Lopez will be competing at the freestyle state tournament held April 30 to May 1 at Glenbard North High School.

If she finishes in the top four, she will be invited to freestyle nationals in Fargo, N.D. Until then, Gale and Dixon wrestling coach Chris Bishop will work with her and other area wrestlers who hope to be more well-rounded three times per week in freestyle practices.

“Jazmin is a big part of the reason we’re doing that,” Gale said.

“I think she can walk on to just about any women’s wrestling program, but if she were able to advance to nationals, that would really help her gain exposure and give her a leg up.”

The Philadelphia Phillies signed manager Peter Mackanin to a 2-year contract through 2017.

The new deal includes a club option for 2018. The 64-year-old Mackanin had signed a 1-year contract last September after replacing Ryne Sandberg in June.

Mackanin led the Phillies to a 37-51 record after Sandberg abruptly resigned.

Victorino headed to extended training Shane Victorino is heading to extended spring training with the Cubs. The move became clear once he knew he wouldn’t be able to break camp with the team because of his strained left calf.

The 35-year-old outfielder is going to “recreate spring training” for himself to see if he can still contribute to a major league team.

Construction worker injured at Wrigley A construction worker at Wrigley Field was injured when pipes fell on her while she was working in the lower level of the stadium Friday morning, officials said. The woman, in her mid-30s, was not trapped and did not have to be rescued, but she complained of facial, neck and back pain, according to Chicago Fire Department officials.

The worker, a subcontractor of the 1060 Project, was injured while working in the basement of the west side of the ballpark, said Julian Green, a spokesman for the Chicago Cubs. Green said metal piping fell on the worker.

She was taken in good condition to Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, officials said.

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Stanford hires Jerod Haase as new coach Stanford hired University of Alabama at Birmingham coach Jerod Haase as its new basketball coach Friday, a week and a half after firing eighth-year coach Johnny Dawkins.

Haase, who just completed his fourth season at UAB, will be formally introduced Monday on The Farm.

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Gibson defends comment on Twitter Taj Gibson told reporters he was “embarrassed” by the Bulls losing to “trash teams,” then defended himself on Twitter to followers who thought his comments were directed at the New York Knicks.

After the Bulls lost to the Knicks 106-94 Thursday, Gibson said that “it’s frustrating when we come up short and we look at ourselves when we lose to a – I don’t want to criticize – but trash teams. Everyone is in the NBA for a reason, but we’re playing against teams that aren’t playing for anything, and we’re just laying down.”

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NFL’s story doesn’t add up

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ew things better sum up the NFL’s self-serving past efforts on concussion research than a scene from the movie “Thank You for Smoking.”

Tobacco industry spokesman Nick Naylor – played by actor Aaron Eckhart – is talking to a class of kids when one says: “My mommy says smoking kills.”

“Oh, is your mommy a doctor?” Naylor asks.

“No,” the child replies.

“A scientific researcher of some kind?”

“No.” “Well, then,” Naylor concludes, “she’s hardly a credible expert, is she?”

Just when you thought the NFL was done playing those kind of games – voila! – along comes yet another.

Last week, it took a big step forward when Jeff Miller, the league’s senior vice president for health and safety, finally acknowledged during a congressional roundtable that the league believes there is a link between concussions and CTE, something scientists have believed for years.

But this week the NFL took a big step back, getting into a debate with the New York Times over concussion research stretching back two decades that the newspaper’s investigation concluded was “far more flawed than previously known.”

After watching the back-and-forth, you can’t help feel that if the NFL was as diligent about the original research as it has been in pushing back, this would never have been a problem in the first place.

The newspaper reported this week that the same committee formed by the NFL to look at concussions in the wake of several highprofile retirements two decades ago used erroneous methods to calculate concussion rates, then published those in research papers and “stood by” those papers for the past 13 years.

Specifically, the committee omitted more than 100 diagnosed concussions during the reporting period 1996-2001, including some suffered by its biggest stars like quarterbacks Troy Aikman and Steve Young, the newspaper said.

Friday’s result at Crystal Lake Singles No. 1 – Alex Knack (SVCC) def. Adolfo Carrillo 6-2, 6-1 No. 2 – Jaspreet Gill (MCC) def. Lane Martells 6-1, 6-2 No. 3 – Christian Cross (MCC) def. Trevor Sisson 6-2, 6-1 No. 4 – Max Mattaliano (MCC) def. Gage Bright 6-2, 6-2 No. 5 – Matt Panek (MCC) def. Peter DeLaFuente 6-3, 6-3 No. 6 – Alex Soriano (SVCC) def. Brian Spiniolas 6-3, 6-0 Doubles No. 1 – Carrillo, Gill def. Knack, Martells 4-6, 6-2, 10-7 No. 2 – Cross, Mattaliano def. Sisson, Soriano 6-1, 6-0 No. 3 – Panek, Spiniolas def. DeLaFuente, Bright 7-5, 3-6, 10-5

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NFL Senior Vice President of Health and Safety Policy Jeff Miller speaks during a recent NFL health and safety news conference in San Francisco. The NFL has acknowledged a link between football and the brain disease CTE for the first time.

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“If somebody made a human error or somebody assumed the data was absolutely correct and didn’t question it, well, we screwed up,” Dr. Joseph Waeckerle told the Times.

Waeckerle also said he was unaware of the omissions. But, he added, “If we found it wasn’t accurate and still used it, that’s not a screw-up; that’s a lie.”

Ignoring the old adage about “Never pick a fight with someone who buys ink by the barrel,” the NFL’s response consumed almost as much space as the Times story.

The league’s statement Thursday ran over 1,000 words, slammed the newspaper for “ignoring” more than 50 pages of information it provided “demonstrating the facts,” and zeroed in on six specific complaints. What apparently chafed the NFL’s PR machine most was the newspaper noting that, “Some retired players have likened the NFL’s handling of its health crisis to that of the tobacco industry...”

In all, five of the NFL’s six complaints dealt with what the Times characterized as “a long relationship between two businesses with little in common beyond the

health risks associated with their products. ...

Still, the records show that the two businesses shared lobbyists, lawyers and consultants. Personal correspondence underscored their friendships, including dinner invitations and a request for lobbying advice.”

An NFL lawyer told the newspaper in a letter that “it had no connection to the tobacco industry.”

Read the Times story and the NFL statement and decide for yourself.

Those who’ve tracked the NFL’s past assertions on concussion-related issues may find some of its current arguments hard to swallow.

A personal favorite is the league’s contention that it hired Dorothy C. Mitchell, who wound up providing legal oversight to the concussion committee that issued the research papers, without any knowledge of her work on behalf of Big Tobacco.

It’s possible, to be sure.

Mitchell previously was an associate at the law firm Covington & Burling, which did plenty of work for the NFL. She’d also handled employment disputes for the league before moving over to the concussion committee.

What sounds implausible though, considering that Mitchell’s defense of the Tobacco Institute, the industry trade group, was a highlight in her legal career up to that point, was the NFL saying that those who hired and supervised her knew none of that “until they learned of this proposed story.”

Case closed.

First Four At UD Arena Dayton, Ohio Tuesday, March15 Florida-Gulf Coast 96, Fairleigh Dickinson 65 Wichita State 70, Vanderbilt 50 Wednesday, March 16 Holy Cross 59, Southern 54 Michigan 67, Tulsa 62 EAST REGIONAL Round of 64 Thursday, March 17 At PNC Arena Raleigh, N.C. North Carolina 83, Florida Gulf Coast 67 Providence 70, Southern Cal 69 At Wells Fargo Arena Des Moines, Iowa Indiana 99, Chattanooga 74 Kentucky 85, Stony Brook 57 Friday, March 18 At Barclays Center Brooklyn, N.Y. Stephen F. Austin 70, West Virginia 56 Notre Dame 70, Michigan 63 At Scottrade Center St. Louis Wisconsin 47, Pittsburgh 43 Xavier 71, Weber State 53 Round of 32 Saturday, March 19 At PNC Arena Raleigh, N.C. North Carolina 85, Providence 66 At Wells Fargo Arena Des Moines, Iowa Indiana 73, Kentucky 67 Sunday, March 20 At Barclays Center Brooklyn, N.Y. Notre Dame 76, Stephen F. Austin 75 At Scottrade Center St. Louis Wisconsin 66, Xavier 63 At Wells Fargo Center Philadelphia Regional Semifinals Friday’s results Notre Dame 61, Wisconsin 56 North Carolina 101, Indiana 86 Regional Championship Sunday’s game Notre Dame (24-11) vs. North Carolina (316), 7:45 p.m., TBS SOUTH REGIONAL Round of 64 Thursday, March 17 At Dunkin’ Donuts Center Providence, R.I. Miami 79, Buffalo 72 Wichita State 65, Arizona 55 At Wells Fargo Arena Des Moines, Iowa UConn 74, Colorado 67 Kansas 105, Austin Peay 79 Friday, March 18 At Barclays Center Brooklyn, N.Y. Villanova 86, UNC Asheville 56 Iowa 72, Temple 70, OT At Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena Spokane, Wash.

Hawaii 77, California 66 Maryland 79, South Dakota State 74 Round of 32 Saturday, March 19 At Dunkin’ Donuts Center Providence, R.I. Miami 65, Wichita State 57 At Wells Fargo Arena Des Moines, Iowa Kansas 73, UConn 61 Sunday, March 20 At Barclays Center Brooklyn, N.Y. Villanova 87, Iowa 68 At Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena Spokane, Wash.

Maryland 73, Hawaii 60 At KFC YUM! Center Louisville, Ky. Regional Semifinals Thursday’s results Villanova 92, Miami 69 Kansas 79, Maryland 63 Regional Championship Saturday’s games Villanova (32-5) vs. Kansas (33-4), 7:49 p.m.

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GOLF | MATCH PLAY

Don’t mess with this Texan Spieth cruises into round of 16 at Match Play

BY DOUG FERGUSON AP Golf Writer

AUSTIN, Texas – Jordan Spieth had water on his left and a solid wall of fans on his right on his way to another comfortable victory in the Dell Match Play.

The former Longhorn gave the Texas fans what they wanted.

And when the wild round-robin session ended Friday, they got much more than that.

For the first time in 10 years, the top three players in the world made it to the round of 16. The only difference is how they got there.

Jason Day only had to play six holes. The No. 2 player in the world, just 2 days removed from his back seizing up on him, was all square through six holes when Paul Casey withdrew because of a stomach illness. Day was in good shape to win his group anyway, but a short day was just what he needed.

Rory McIlroy, No. 3 in the world and the defending champion, had to work overtime.

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MIDWEST REGIONAL Round of 64 Thursday, March 17 At PNC Arena Raleigh, N.C. Butler 71, Texas Tech 61 Virginia 81, Hampton 45 At Pepsi Center Denver Iowa State 94, Iona 81 UALR 85, Purdue 83, 2OT Utah 80, Fresno State 69 Gonzaga 68, Seton Hall 52 Friday, March 18 At Scottrade Center St. Louis Syracuse 70, Dayton 51 Middle Tennessee 90, Michigan State 81 Round of 32 Saturday, March 19 At PNC Arena Raleigh, N.C. Virginia 77, Butler 69 At Pepsi Center Denver Gonzaga 82, Utah 59 Iowa State 78, Arkansas-Little Rock 61 Sunday, March 20 At Scottrade Center St. Louis Syracuse 75, Middle Tennessee 50

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Jordan Spieth hits his tee shot on the eighth hole during round-robin play against Justin Thomas on Friday at the Dell Match Play Championship at Austin County Club in Austin, Texas. Spieth won 3 and 2 to advance to the final 16.

He struggled to the end with Kevin Na, and when their match ended in a halve, both were 2-0-1 and went to a suddendeath playoff to see who advanced. McIlroy outlasted him with a par on the second extra hole.

Spieth had no trouble.

For the third straight round, he was 3 up early in the match and never gave Justin Thomas much of a chance. He hit a few loose shots along

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the back nine, though he never lost control.

“It’s awesome,” Spieth said. “I’d really like to play into the weekend, into Sunday afternoon, and keep feeding off this crowd.”

But it didn’t take long for reality to set in.

Spieth returns Saturday morning to face Louis Oosthuizen, the only player to reach the round of 16 each of the last 3 years.

At The United Center Chicago Regional Semifinals Friday’s results Virginia 84, Iowa State 71 Syracuse 63, Gonzaga 60 Regional Championship Sunday’s game Virginia (29-7) vs. Syracuse (22-13), 5 p.m., TBS WEST REGIONAL Round of 64 Thursday, March 17 At Dunkin’ Donuts Center Providence, R.I. Duke 93, UNC Wilmington 85 Yale 79, Baylor 75 Friday, March 18 At Chesapeake Energy Arena Oklahoma City VCU 75, Oregon State 67 Oklahoma 82, Cal State Bakersfield 68 Texas A&M 92, Green Bay 65 Northern Iowa 75, Texas 72 At Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena Spokane, Wash.

Oregon 91, Holy Cross 52 Saint Joseph’s 78, Cincinnati 76 Round of 32 Saturday, March 19 At Dunkin’ Donuts Center Providence, R.I. Duke 71, Yale 64

Sunday, March 20 At Chesapeake Energy Arena Oklahoma City Oklahoma 85, VCU 81 Texas A&M 92, Northern Iowa 88, 2OT At Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena Spokane, Wash.

Oregon 69, Saint Joseph’s 64 At The Honda Center Anaheim, Calif.

Regional Semifinals Thursday’s results Oklahoma 77, Texas A&M 63 Oregon 82, Duke 68 Regional Championship Saturday’s game Oklahoma (28-7) vs. Oregon (31-6), 5:09 p.m.

(CBS) FINAL FOUR At NRG Stadium Houston National Semifinals Saturday, April 2 South champion vs. West champion East champion vs. Midwest champion National Championship Monday, April 4 Semifinal winners

IOWA ST. (23-12) McKay 2-2 0-0 4, Nader 1-5 1-2 4, Morris 5-12 0-2 10, Thomas 4-8 2-2 12, Niang 11-20 5-7 30, Carter 0-0 0-0 0, Cooke 0-0 0-0 0, Burton 4-5 2-2 11. Totals 27-52 10-15 71.

VIRGINIA (29-7) Gill 8-10 7-10 23, Wilkins 6-9 0-3 12, Hall 1-3 2-2 5, Brogdon 4-13 4-4 12, Perrantes 2-5 0-0 6, Tobey 8-12 2-3 18, Nolte 0-0 0-0 0, Kirven 0-0 0-0 0, Reuter 0-0 0-0 0, Salt 0-0 0-0 0, Jones 0-0 0-0 0, Shayok 2-4 1-2 5, Thompson 1-1 0-0 3. Totals 32-57 16-24 84.

Halftime–Virginia 45-31. 3s–Iowa St. 7-18 (Niang 3-7, Thomas 2-5, Burton 1-1, Nader 1-2, Morris 0-3), Virginia 4-11 (Perrantes 2-4, Thompson 1-1, Hall 1-2, Tobey 0-1, Shayok 0-1, Brogdon 0-2).

Rebounds–Iowa St. 24 (Niang 8), Virginia 33 (Gill 8). Assists–Iowa St. 16 (Morris 8), Virginia 26 (Perrantes 9). Fouls–Iowa St. 19, Virginia 13.

NOTRE DAME 61, WISCONSIN 56 WISCONSIN (22-13) Hayes 4-12 1-2 11, Happ 6-12 2-2 14, Brown 3-8 0-0 8, Showalter 5-10 0-0 11, Koenig 3-12 1-2 8, Hill 1-2 0-0 2, Thomas 0-0 0-0 0, Iverson 1-1 0-0 2, Illikainen 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 23-57 4-6 56.

NOTRE DAME (24-11) Beachem 7-11 2-2 19, Auguste 4-9 5-6 13, Farrell 3-5 0-0 7, Jackson 6-18 4-4 16, Vasturia 1-6 0-0 2, Pflueger 0-0 0-0 0, Ryan 0-1 0-0 0, Colson 1-5 2-2 4. Totals 22-55 13-14 61.

Halftime–Wisconsin 23-19. 3s–Wisconsin 6-20 (Hayes 2-4, Brown 2-6, Showalter 1-4, Koenig 1-6), Notre Dame 4-13 (Beachem 3-5, Farrell 1-2, Ryan 0-1, Jackson 0-2, Vasturia 0-3). Rebounds– Wisconsin 36 (Happ 12), Notre Dame 32 (Auguste 12). Assists–Wisconsin 11 (Brown, Hayes, Showalter 3), Notre Dame 13 (Jackson 6). Fouls–Wisconsin 15 (Happ out), Notre Dame 9.

SYRACUSE 63, GONZAGA 60 GONZAGA (28-8) Sabonis 8-12 3-4 19, Wiltjer 9-17 1-1 23, Perkins 3-8 0-0 8, McClellan 2-7 0-0 5, Dranginis 1-4 0-0 3, Melson 1-7 0-0 2.

Totals 24-55 4-5 60.

SYRACUSE (22-13) Gbinije 8-23 3-4 20, Roberson 3-6 3-4 9, Coleman 0-0 0-0 0, Cooney 5-9 4-4 15, Richardson 3-14 2-2 10, Howard 2-4 0-0 5, Lydon 1-5 2-2 4. Totals 22-61 14-16 63.

Halftime–Gonzaga 29-28. 3s–Gonzaga 8-21 (Wiltjer 4-7, Perkins 2-5, Dranginis 1-3, McClellan 1-3, Melson 0-3), Syracuse 5-15 (Richardson 2-6, Howard 1-1, Cooney 1-2, Gbinije 1-5, Lydon 0-1).

Rebounds–Gonzaga 37 (Sabonis 17), Syracuse 33 (Roberson 12). Assists–Gonzaga 18 (Perkins 6), Syracuse 9 (Gbinije, Howard 3). Fouls–Gonzaga 14, Syracuse 12.

N. CAROLINA 101, INDIANA 86 INDIANA (27-8) Williams 6-14 4-5 21, Hartman 3-6 0-0 7, Bryant 4-8 4-5 12, Zeisloft 0-3 0-0 0, Ferrell 6-14 9-10 25, Bielfeldt 5-10 2-2 15, Anunoby 1-4 0-0 2, Burton 0-0 0-0 0, Morgan 0-2 4-4 4, Niego 0-0 0-0 0, Tharp 0-0 0-0 0, Priller 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 25-61 23-26 86.

NORTH CAROLINA (31-6) Meeks 5-9 5-7 15, Johnson 5-11 10-12 20, Jackson 3-9 6-8 14, Berry II 5-8 2-2 14, Paige 7-12 1-2 21, Britt 3-5 0-0 7, Pinson 2-4 0-0 4, Hicks 1-3 2-2 4, Coker 0-0 0-0 0, Williams 0-0 0-0 0, White 0-0 0-0 0, Coleman 0-0 0-0 0, Maye 0-0 0-0 0, James 1-1 0-0 2, Dalton 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 32-62 26-33 101.

Halftime–North Carolina 52-41. 3s–Indiana 13-31 (Williams 5-8, Ferrell 4-9, Bielfeldt 3-5, Hartman 1-4, Morgan 0-1, Bryant 0-1, Zeisloft 0-3), North Carolina 11-20 (Paige 6-9, Berry II 2-3, Jackson 2-5, Britt 1-2, Pinson 0-1). Rebounds–Indiana 32 (Bryant 8), North Carolina 37 (Johnson 10).

Assists–Indiana 13 (Ferrell 4), North Carolina 20 (Paige 6). Fouls–Indiana 27 (Hartman out), North Carolina 22 (Hicks out).

National Invitation Tournament At Madison Square Garden New York Semifinals Tuesday, March 29 Valparaiso (29-6) vs. BYU (26-10), 6 p.m.

(ESPN) George Washington (26-10) vs. San Diego State (28-9), 8:30 p.m. (ESPN) Championship Thursday, March 31 Semifinal winners, 6 p.m. (ESPN)

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z-Washington d-Tampa Bay N.Y. Rangers Florida Pittsburgh Boston N.Y. Islanders Philadelphia Detroit New Jersey Carolina Ottawa Montreal Buffalo Columbus Toronto

GP 73 74 74 74 73 75 73 73 74 75 74 75 75 74 74 73

W 53 43 42 41 40 39 39 36 37 36 32 34 34 30 30 27

L 15 26 24 24 25 28 25 24 26 31 28 33 35 34 36 35

OT Pts 5 111 5 91 8 92 9 91 8 88 8 86 9 87 13 85 11 85 8 80 14 78 8 76 6 74 10 70 8 68 11 65

GF 232 209 212 211 204 219 204 192 190 169 180 214 199 176 193 180

GA 170 177 194 182 182 206 189 195 199 190 200 230 216 200 228 214

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GP W L OT Pts GF GA 75 44 22 9 97 243 216 d, x-Los Angeles 74 44 25 5 93 200 171 St. Louis 75 44 22 9 97 199 185 x-Anaheim 73 40 23 10 90 190 174 Chicago 74 42 25 7 91 205 185 San Jose 74 41 27 6 88 217 192 Nashville 74 38 23 13 89 205 189 Minnesota 75 36 28 11 83 202 189 Colorado 74 38 32 4 80 200 208 Arizona 74 33 34 7 73 195 220 Winnipeg 74 31 37 6 68 190 217 Calgary 74 31 37 6 68 204 234 Vancouver 74 27 34 13 67 169 214 Edmonton 77 30 40 7 67 189 226 Note: Two points for a win, one point for overtime loss. d-division leader; x-clinched playoff spot; z-clinched conference Friday’s results Washington 1, New Jersey 0, OT Tampa Bay 7, N.Y. Islanders 4 St. Louis 4, Vancouver 0 Saturday’s games Winnipeg at Buffalo, noon Pittsburgh at Detroit, 1 p.m.

Minnesota at Colorado, 2 p.m.

Dallas at San Jose, 3 p.m.

Boston at Toronto, 6 p.m.

N.Y. Rangers at Montreal, 6 p.m.

Anaheim at Ottawa, 6 p.m.

Florida at Tampa Bay, 6 p.m.

St. Louis at Washington, 6 p.m.

N.Y. Islanders at Carolina, 6 p.m.

Columbus at Nashville, 7 p.m.

Chicago at Calgary, 9 p.m.

Philadelphia at Arizona, 9 p.m.

Edmonton at Los Angeles, 9 p.m.

Sunday’s games New Jersey at Carolina, 4 p.m.

Pittsburgh at N.Y. Rangers, 6:30 p.m.

Chicago at Vancouver, 7 p.m. d, x-Dallas

VIRGINIA 84, IOWA STATE 71

y-Cleveland d, x-Toronto d-Atlanta Boston Miami Charlotte Indiana Detroit Chicago Washington Milwaukee New York Orlando Brooklyn Philadelphia

Sunday’s games Denver at L.A. Clippers, 2:30 p.m.

Houston at Indiana, 5 p.m.

Dallas at Sacramento, 5 p.m.

Philadelphia at Golden State, 7 p.m.

Washington at L.A. Lakers, 8:30 p.m.

GB — 2½ 8½ 9 9 10 12½ 12½ 14½ 16 21½ 21½ 22 30½ 42

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W L Pct GB y-Golden State 64 7 .901 — y-San Antonio 61 11 .847 3½ y-Oklahoma City 50 22 .694 14½ L.A. Clippers 44 27 .620 20 Memphis 41 32 .562 24 Portland 37 36 .507 28 Houston 36 37 .493 29 Dallas 35 36 .493 29 Utah 35 37 .486 29½ Denver 30 42 .417 34½ Sacramento 28 44 .389 36½ New Orleans 26 45 .366 38 Minnesota 24 48 .333 40½ Phoenix 20 52 .278 44½ L.A. Lakers 15 56 .211 49 d-division leader x-clinched playoff spot; y-clinched division Friday’s results Minnesota 132, Washington 129, 2OT Detroit 112, Charlotte 105 Houston 112, Toronto 109 Miami 108, Orlando 97 Atlanta 101, Milwaukee 90 San Antonio 110, Memphis 104 Sacramento 116, Phoenix 94 Dallas at Golden State, late Denver at L.A. Lakers, late Saturday’s games Indiana at Brooklyn, 5 p.m.

Toronto at New Orleans, 6 p.m.

Chicago at Orlando, 6 p.m.

Atlanta at Detroit, 6:30 p.m.

Cleveland at New York, 6:30 p.m.

Utah at Minnesota, 7 p.m.

San Antonio at Oklahoma City, 7 p.m.

Charlotte at Milwaukee, 7:30 p.m.

Boston at Phoenix, 9 p.m.

Philadelphia at Portland, 9 p.m.

Auto racing Points Leaders NASCAR Sprint Cup Through March 20 Points Behind 1. Kevin Harvick 195 — 2. Jimmie Johnson 184 -11 3. Carl Edwards 171 -24 4. Denny Hamlin 170 -25 (tie) Kyle Busch 170 -25 6. Joey Logano 165 -30 7. Kurt Busch 148 -47 8. Dale Earnhardt Jr. 145 -50 9. Brad Keselowski 142 -53 10. Austin Dillon 139 -56 11. Martin Truex Jr. 127 -68 12. Jamie McMurray 125 -70 13. Aric Almirola 120 -75 14. Ricky Stenhouse Jr. 119 -76 15. Matt Kenseth 113 -82 16. Chase Elliott 110 -85 (tie) Ryan Blaney 110 -85 18. Kasey Kahne 109 -86 19. AJ Allmendinger 108 -87 20. Ryan Newman 95 -100 NASCAR Xfinity Through March 19 Points Behind 1. Daniel Suarez 182 — 2. Elliott Sadler 172 -10 3. Justin Allgaier 163 -19 4. Brandon Jones 161 -21 5. Ty Dillon 159 -23 6. Brendan Gaughan 154 -28 7. Erik Jones 152 -30 8. Darrell Wallace Jr. 134 -48 9. Ryan Reed 133 -49 10. Brennan Poole 130 -52

Golf Friday’s results Dell Match Play At Austin Country Club Austin, Texas Yardage: 7,703. Par: 71 Third round (Seedings in parentheses) • Branden Grace (11), South Africa, def.

Russell Knox (32), Scotland, 5 and 4.

• Chris Kirk (54), United States, def. David Lingmerth (38), 3 and 2.

• Bill Haas (30), United States, def. Adam Scott (6), Australia, 1 up.

• Thomas Pieters (55), Belgium, def. Chris Wood (41), England, 3 and 2.

• Zach Johnson (14), United States, def.

Shane Lowry (24), Ireland, 4 and 3.

• Martin Kaymer (44), Germany, def. Marcus Fraser (60), Australia, 4 and 3.

• Rory McIlroy (3), Northern Ireland, halved with Kevin Na (26), United States.

• Thorbjorn Olesen (64), Denmark, def.

Smylie Kaufman (46), United States, 2 and 1.

• Danny Willett (10), England, def. Brooks Koepka (18), United States, 4 and 3.

• Jaco Van Zyl (50), South Africa, def. Billy Horschel (40), United States, 2 and 1.

• Matt Kuchar (28), United States, def. Justin Rose (7), England, 3 and 2.

• Anirban Lahiri (48), India, def. Fabian Gomez (57), Argentina, 4 and 2.

• Brandt Snedeker (15), United States, def.

Charl Schwartzel (19), South Africa, 5 and 3.

• Charley Hoffman (56), United States, def.

Danny Lee (34), New Zealand, 4 and 2.

• Jason Day (2), Australia, def. Paul Casey (23), England, 6 holes (retired).

• Thongchai Jaidee (36), Thailand, halved with Graeme McDowell (62), Northern Ireland.

• Hideki Matsuyama (12), Japan, def. Kevin Kisner (20), United States, 3 and 2.

• Soren Kjeldsen (43), Denmark, halved with. Rafa Cabrera-Bello (52), Spain.

• Rickie Fowler (5) halved with Byeong-Hun An (27), South Korea.

• Scott Piercy (47), United States, def.

Jason Dufner (58), United States, 1 up.

• Sergio Garcia (13), Spain, def. Marc Leishman (25), Australia, 5 and 4.

• Ryan Moore (45), United States, def. Lee Westwood (59), England, 3 and 1.

• J.B. Holmes (21), United States, def.

Bubba Watson (4), United States, 1 up.

• Patton Kizzire (63), United States, def.

Emiliano Grillo (33), Argentina, 2 up.

• Patrick Reed (9), United States, def. Phil Mickelson (17), United States, 5 and 4.

• Matthew Fitzpatrick (42), England, def.

Daniel Berger (53), United States. (forfeit) • Dustin Johnson (8), United States, def.

Jimmy Walker (22), United States, 2 and 1.

• Kiradech Aphibarnrat (37), Thailand, def.

Robert Streb (49), United States, 1 up.

• Louis Oosthuizen (16), South Africa, def.

Andy Sullivan (29), England, 4 and 2.

• Bernd Wiesberger (35), Austria, halved with Matt Jones (61), Australia.

• Jordan Spieth (1), United States, def.

Justin Thomas (31), United States, 3 and 2.

• Jamie Donaldson (51), Wales, vs. Victor Dubuisson (39), France, 1 up.

Dell Match Play Tee Times Fourth Round Saturday (Seedings in parentheses) 7:30 a.m. – Bill Haas (30), United States, vs. Chris Kirk (54), United States.

7:41 a.m. – Rory McIlroy (3), Northern Ireland, vs. Zach Johnson (14), United States.

7:52 a.m. – Matt Kuchar (28), United States, vs. Brooks Koepka (18), United States.

8:03 a.m. – Jason Day (2), Australia, vs.

Brandt Snedeker (15), United States.

8:14 a.m. – Byeong-Hun An (27), South Korea, vs. Rafa Cabrera-Bello (52), Spain.

8:25 a.m. – Patton Kizzire (63), United States, vs. Ryan Moore (45), United States.

8:36 a.m. – Dustin Johnson (8), United States, vs. Patrick Reed (9), United States.

8:47 a.m. – Jordan Spieth (1), United States, vs. Louis Oosthuizen (16), South Africa.

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SWEET 16 ROUNDUP

Hoosiers no match for North Carolina Virginia, Syracuse help ACC go 4-0 in Sweet 16 games Friday By the Associated Press

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ABOVE: Villanova’s Daniel Ochefu (23) tries to block the shot of Miami’s Angel Rodriguez during Thursday’s Sweet 16 game in Louisville, Ky. The Wildcats have been red-hot shooting the ball, and hope that continues in tonight’s Elite Eight game against Kansas.

BELOW: Kansas’ Frank Mason III (right) drives past Maryland’s Rasheed Sulaimon during their Sweet 16 game Thursday in Louisville, Ky. The Jayhawks have won 17 straight games heading into tonight’s game.

Pain serves as motivation Elite Eight teams all have experience with tourney losses jitters. Kansas led by two at halftime, then opened LOUISVILLE, Ky. – the second half hitting its Losing in the NCAA first six shots to seize the Tournament is downlead. The Jayhawks turned right painful. Several in what Self called a teams still in the hunt “superb” performance in for the title are using the the second half in pushing unpleasant memories of that lead to as much as 16, the past as good lessons and earning their first Elite that have helped them Eight berth since 2012. move into the Elite Eight.

Sooner time: No. 2 seed The Villanova Wildcats Oklahoma romped over know the misery well. third-seeded Texas A&M They lost their second thanks to five Sooners game each of the past two scoring in double figures. tournaments, while their They now are in the Elite seniors were around for Eight for the first time an opening loss in 2013. since 2009, after losing Rather than letting those in a regional semifinal a memories haunt them, year ago; they had openthe Wildcats adjusted and ing losses to North Dakoreached the Elite Eight for ta State in 2014 and San the first time since 2009.

Diego State in 2013.

“What you’re seeing is a Having Buddy Hield team that’s learned a lot helps. Oklahoma blew from those games, and open a close game with a that is experience,” Vil19-4 run to close the first lanova coach Jay Wright half, not letting the Aggies said Thursday night after said. “We went through shots and a season-high closer than 14 in the seca 92-69 rout of No. 3 that heartache, and it was 66.7 percent (10-for-15) ond half. Memories of seed Miami in the South tough. But we learned beyond the arc. The Wild- that loss to Michigan State Region semifinal. from it. ... We’re just using cats even hit their first 15 a year ago helped, too.

“They’ve been there that as momentum, using free throws before finish“Got asked a lot of twice. They’ve lost. They that experience to get us ing 18 of 19 at the line to questions about how we don’t fear it. They don’t through these games.” earn their third regional felt last year, so we just fear losing in the second All four advanced final under Wright, and wanted to make sure we round, they don’t fear Thursday night with seventh all-time. had a greater focus this losing in the Sweet 16. pretty impressive perfor“If they go 10 of 15 game and make it to our They just are driven to mances, too. and 18 of 19, you know ultimate goal,” Jordan advance,” he said. “And nobody’s going to beat Woodward said.

Nova shooting: The I think having no fear is them,” Kansas coach Bill Wildcats lost to North Oregon not gone yet: what we’re seeing.”

Self said.

Carolina State in 2015 So much has been made Other teams are makand Connecticut in 2014 Chalk it up Jayhawk: As of Oregon’s No. 1 seed in ing a similar play: in their second NCAA the top of the No. 1 seeds, the West, and the Ducks Oklahoma also is in the games. In 2013, it was Kansas was expected to lost to Wisconsin each Elite Eight for the first an opening loss to North reach Saturday night’s of the past two tournatime since 2009 after Carolina. Villanova came South Region final. The ments. They lost to Louearly exits each of the into this tournament Jayhawks know only too isville in their last regionpast three seasons, while having spent 3 weeks as well expectations and al semifinal in 2013.

Kansas hadn’t gotten to a the nation’s top-ranked seedings mean little in But not even playing the regional final since 2012. team for the first time in this tournament, after defending national champrogram history. Now the losing to Wichita State in Oregon hasn’t played pions could shake Oregon Wildcats are showing just their second game last this time around, as the past the opening weekDucks took a double-digit end since 2013, and now how good they might be, year and to Stanford in shooting better in each of 2014. Reaching the Sweet lead early in the second the Ducks are a game their first three games.

16 proved no help in 2013, half and never flinched away from their first Villanova never trailed with a loss to Michigan. in downing Duke for the Final Four since 1939.

Maryland stuck around first time in school history “We went through those against Miami, scoring the first eight points and long enough in the first to earn their first trip to early exits,” Villanova hitting 62.7 percent of its half to give fans a few the Elite Eight since 2007. junior guard Josh Hart

BY TERESA M. WALKER AP Sports Writer

Marcus Paige scored 21 points, and North Carolina continued its offensive prowess, moving to the Elite Eight for the 20th time since 1975 with a 101-86 victory over Indiana on Friday night in the East Regional in Philadelphia.

The top-seeded Tar Heels (31-6) will meet sixth-seeded Notre Dame on Sunday, determining one of two guaranteed Atlantic Coast Conference spots in the Final Four.

The Fighting Irish beat Wisconsin 61-56 on Friday.

It will be the same case in the Midwest Regional, where top-seeded Virginia will face 10th-seeded Syracuse, meaning at least half the Final Four will be from the ACC. The conference will also have a team play for the national title.

Brice Johnson had 20 points and 10 rebounds for the Tar Heels, who are in the regional final for the seventh time in coach Roy Williams’ 12 years, and the first time since 2012.

Yogi Ferrell had 25 points, and Troy Williams had 21 for Indiana (27-8), which lost an NCAA Tournament game in Philadelphia for the first time.

Midwest Region No. 1 Virginia 84, No. 4 Iowa St. 71: Anthony

Gill finished with a season-high 23 points, Mike Tobey came off the bench to score 18, and the Cavaliers grabbed a big lead early on and withstood

the Cyclones’ second-half surge in Chicago.

Top-seeded Virginia beat Iowa State 84-71 in the Midwest Region semifinals on Friday night.

Virginia (29-7) advanced to its first Elite Eight sinced 1995, and is eyeing its first trip to the Final Four since 1984 – when coach Tony Bennett was a teenager.

Georges Niang had another big game for Iowa State (23-12), finishing with 30 points after scoring 28 against both Iona and Arkansas-Little Rock in the first two rounds.

But an up-and-down first season under coach Steve Prohm ended on a disappointing note after a flat start.

No. 10 Syracuse 63, No. 11 Gonzaga 60: Michael

Gbinije made a go-ahead layup with 22 seconds left, sending the Orange to a victory over Gonzaga and a spot in the Elite Eight.

Tyler Lydon sealed the win with a block on Josh Perkins’ runner in the final seconds. Lydon then grabbed the ball and made two foul shots before Domantas Sabonis’ desperate full-court fling was well off at the buzzer.

Gbinije scored 20 points, and Trevor Cooney had 15 as Syracuse (22-13) advanced to the regional final for the first time since 2013.

Kyle Wiltjer had 23 points for Gonzaga (288), and Sabonis finished with 19 points and 17 rebounds.

AP

Indiana’s Yogi Ferrell (right) watches his shot against North Carolina’s Brice Johnson during the second half of their Sweet 16 game Friday in Philadelphia.

Irish turn late Badger turnovers into points PLUCK

CONTINUED FROM B1

With a third straight Final Four berth at stake, Vitto Brown’s 3-pointer with 26 seconds left put the Badgers (22-13) up 56-53. But the winning formula that helped the Badgers upset undefeated Kentucky a year ago was nowhere to be found in the final 2 minutes.

Instead, 10 points in the AP final 46 seconds pushed the Wisconsin’s Zak Showalter (3) dunks as Notre Dame’s Irish into the Elite Eight.

V.J. Beachem (3) and Steve Vasturia (32) watch “Feels amazing to be during the second half of their Sweet 16 game Friday going back,” Jackson said. in Philadelphia.

“We just did a great job

sticking with it. We did a great job giving ourselves a chance to win.”

Ethan Happ led the Badgers with 14 points and 12 boards. Wisconsin star Nigel Hayes was a nonfactor, scoring 11 points on just 4 of 12 shooting as a season of upheaval that included longtime coach Bo Ryan’s retirement in December ended with a dud of a performance in Philadelphia.

“I didn’t think I did a good enough job finishing around the rim,” Hayes said.

V.J. Beachem scored 19 points, Zach Auguste had

13 points and 12 rebounds, and Jackson scored 16 points for the Irish, who have their first Final Four since 1978 in sight.

With Hayes slumping, Wisconsin let the Irish hang around and make a run even with the kind of gory shooting numbers that would have had them blown out against a Villanova or Kansas.

Yet the Irish tied it at 34 on Jackson’s runner, and Auguste had a monster block from behind on Hayes that sparked some life into a stagnant game. Hayes snapped the tie with a 3 the next time

down, and a snoozer suddenly felt like March Madness. Hayes had missed 20 straight 3-pointers.

Zak Showalter flew out of nowhere – the lane? the sky? – and slammed home a miss that put the Badgers up 39-38. They needed more of the same, but were doomed by off-kilter 3-point shooting (6-for20) and 17 turnovers.

“We never quite got to where we needed to get taking care of the ball all year,” coach Greg Gard said. “And part of it is our youth. Part of it is things we’ve still got to mature through and grow.”

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DIXON

HARMON ½ off 1st month's rent! Large 2 BR Utilities incl. except electric, $475 Pets OK. Harmon, IL 815-562-7368

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APARTMENTS UNFURNISHED 306 Attractive 1 & 2 BR. apts. with some utilities. Sterling & Rock Falls.

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2BR, $500mo. No pets. Edon Apts.

815-441-3999 Efficiency apt. included.

Utilities $375/mo. + dep.

Call 815-994-0945 Nice clean 3BR side by side duplex Applcs., W/D hook up. No pets. $600/ mo. + dep. 815622-4344 after 5p Studio Apt., utilities & Dish TV included. No pets. $500/mo. + dep.

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1-815-414-2288 Sterling Rentals Newer 2 Bedroom $640.00 Applcs., Fireplaces 2002 3rd Ave. 1836 First Ave. 606 W. Lefevre 2 BR $535.00 1 BR $465.00 1 Studio $390.00 Partial Heat, Water, Sewer, Refuse Removal, Laundry Facilities, Satellite

(815)626-1431 NEW TODAY 1 BR upper, water, sewer, trash, incl., $380 + dep. & ref., 709 Ave. D. 815-718-5689 2 BR for $500

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Call Diana: 630-327-7046 2BR, $420 815-562-7368 Rochelle Realty 2BR, 1st Floor clean, QUIET. 641-777-7261 2BR, 701 E. 3rd St., 425/mo. + deposit.

815-626-4418 Nice Lg. 1BR, no pets. $450/mo. + dep. 815-631-6678

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS

CITY OF STERLING, a municipal corporation, Petitioner, vs.

UNKNOWN HERIS AT LAW AND DEVISEES OF JUAN P. BERLANGA, Deceased, WHITESIDE COUNTY, as TRUSTEE, UMB BANK, N.A., as CUSTODIAN FOR FRHL, TAX CERTIFICATE HOLDER, and UNKNOWN OWNERS, Respondents.

No. 2016 MR 25 ST PUBLICATION NOTICE The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you, Unknown Heirs at Law and Devisees of JUAN P. BERLANGA, Deceased, that the above-entitled cause of action to seek a judicial declaration of abandonment and an order authorizing execution of a judicial deed to certain property to the City of Sterling described below is now pending in the Circuit Court of Whiteside County.

If you fail to answer the petition filed in said action by May 2, 2016, an order declaring the property abandoned may be entered on or after that date and an order entered authorizing a judicial deed transferring the property to the City of Sterling may be entered on or after that date, in accordance with the prayer of the petition, pursuant to 65 ILCS 5/1131-1(d). The property which is the subject of this action is described as follows: Lot 6 and the South Half of Lot 5 in Block 65 if Harvey's Addition to the City of Sterling, Whiteside County, Illinois; according to the Plat thereof recorded in Plat Book 5, page 18, AND Lot 6 and the South Half of Lot 5 in Block 65 West of Broadway, in the City of Sterling, Whiteside County, Illinois; according to the Plat thereof recorded September 23, 1856 in Plat 1, page 24, commonly known as 602 8th Avenue, Sterling, Illinois 61081.

Pin #11-22-303-002 WITNESS March 17, 2016 Susan E. Ottens Clerk of the Circuit Court WARD, MURRAY, PACE & JOHNSON, P.C. Attorneys for Petitioner 202 East Fifth Street, P.O. Box 400 Sterling, IL 61081-0400 Telephone: (815)625-8200 sanders@wmpj.com ARDC#6190517 March 26, April 2, 9, 2016

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Search for local job listings at saukvalley.com/jobs/ BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES 501 NOTICEPURSUANT to the Business Opportunity Sales Law of 1995, every business opportunity must be registered with the Illinois Securities Department. Protect yourself and get the facts before you hand over your hard earned money by contacting the Illinois Secretary of State's Securities Department at 1800-628-7937. This notice provided as a public service by Sauk Valley Classifieds.

EDUCATION

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The Dixon YMCA is looking for a Head Swim Team Coach Must be available evenings and weekends and must have a strong swimming background or prior coaching experience. Please call 815-288-9622 and ask for the Aquatic Director with any questions Applications can be picked up at the Dixon YMCA.

HEALTH / MEDICAL

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Looking for a change?

We are looking for experienced and dedicated professionals to assume key positions on our nursing team.

CNA/LPN/RN We offer an excellent starting wage, 401K, vacation, Potential SIGN ON BONUSES and much more!

For an immediate interview, apply in or call person Lynette at (815) 284-3393.

Dixon

Healthcare & Rehab 800 Division St Dixon, IL 61021

Staff Pharmacist 8:30am-5:30pm Mon.-Fri. occasional Saturday / scheduled call.

Independently owned, Excellent hours/benefits, potential for advancement, management opportunities, Illinois license required, competitive wage package.

Mail/Fax Resume or Apply on-line at oregonhealth carepharmacy. com Oregon Healthcare Pharmacy Services Inc. 1100 Pines Road Oregon, IL 61061 P: 815-732-1422 F: 815-732-9074 1-866-LTCMEDS 582-6337

EMPLOYMENT

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Automotive Experienced Detailer Wanted for successful used car business. Full time with benefits.

Please apply in person at: Credit Auto Sales, 601 IL Route 2 Dixon.

Business Manager Local school seeking full-time, year round, business manager.

Qualifications: 2 yrs. of college accounting & 5 yrs. experience with Quickbooks Please send replies to Box #:1325 ,c/o Sauk Valley Classifieds, P.O. Box 498, Sterling, IL 61081

CDL Drivers FT Seasonal Help Wanted CDL class B min.

Paid overtime.

Local delivery.

Apply in person or call Crop Production Services 1793 Steward Rd, Steward, IL 60553 815-396-2248.

EMPLOYMENT

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Branch Office Administrator Trainee Edward Jones is a financial services firm focused on meeting the needs of individual investors.

Our Dixon, IL branch office has an opening for an entrylevel administrative assistant. Excellent organization, communication skills, and the ability to work independently are required to perform administrative, marketing, and client service responsibilities. We competitive offer benefits and a comprehensive online training program. To be considered for this position apply on-line at www.edward jones.com/careers position #1900.

Equal Opportunity Employer Experienced Custom Applicators Ag background a plus.

FT positions available. Paid Benefits. Apply: Crop Production Services 1793 Steward Rd. Steward, IL 60553 815-396-2248 Full Time Super Wash Inc. Installer Wanted maresponsible, ture, multi skilled individual to install equipment; capable of plumbing, electrical,read blue prints schematics. and Mental & physical skills needed. Must be able to travel, have valid driving license.

Interested?

Submit resume to: barry.black@ superwash.com Harbor Crest Home An 84-bed skilled nursing care facility in Fulton IL, 61252 (815)589-3411.

Now Hiring D.O.N., R.N., L.P.N., and C.N.A., 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift to join our family.

Competitive salaries Apply in person or submit resumes to harborcrest2@ mchsi.com EOE

EMPLOYMENT

505

Krumpets Bakery Café Adding to our team!

Positions: Line cook, prep cook, baker.

Apply within at 1016 4th St Fulton, IL or email krumpetsbakery@ gmail.com Lincare, a leading national respiratory company seeks....

Service Representative Service patients in their home for oxygen and medical equipment needs.

Friendly personalities, age 21+age, who can lift up to 120 lbs, should apply. Growth opportunities excellent.

Drug free workplace EOE. Please send resume to: 812 12th Ave. Rock Falls, IL or email to: syoakum@ lincare.com

Local Financial Institution looking for parttime teller. Person must be flexible, motivated, & a team player.

Provide high quality customer service & be able to balance daily transactions.

Further responsibilities and qualifications are also required.

Must possess a valid driver's license.

EEOC Please send replies to Box #1328, c/o Sauk Valley Classifieds, P.O. Box 498, Sterling, IL 61081

Local Grain Farm in Dixon looking to hire for general worker.

815-440-2808 Looking for Seasonal Part Time CDL Drivers Must have a valid Class A License, clean driving record and be available to work weekends.

Interested candidates may call Dan at (815) 590-6562 for more info

Attention Job Seekers We have multiple entry level jobs available. Seeking motivated individuals with a good work ethic.

EMPLOYMENT

Markman Peat Corporation is currently taking applications for second Shift Supervisor/ Maintenance person.

Benefits offered, incentive bonuses also offered.

Please apply in person at 13161 Fenton Rd Morrison IL 61270 or 815-772-4041 McCormick's Nursery Looking for part time seasonal help.

Some lifting required, must be able to operate skid loader.

Apply in person at: 3602 E. Lincolnway, Sterling NOW HIRING! Farm Equipment Operator Full time position operating MFWD and tracked farm tractors.

Maintenance work in the off season.

M & R Farms 815-288-3136

Buyer position opening at E. D. Etnyre & Co.

Ideal candidate will negotiate and procure an assigned group of technical components and/or raw materials for a low volume manufacturer. Must be comfortable working in a fast paced purchasing environment where the buyer places orders based on MRP reports and expedites delivery as needed. Obtains the terms that are most favorable to the company while maintaining viability of the production schedule.

Monitors vendor performance in quality, service and delivery and initiates changes where necessary.

College degree with three to five years of purchasing experience or equivalent is preferred. The candidate must have a broad understanding of purchasing procedures and techniques. CPM or CPSM certification is desirable.

This is a full time salaried position with comprehensive benefits package.

For more information or to apply: www.etnyre.com

E. D. ETNYRE & CO.

1333 S. Daysville Road, Oregon, Illinois

M/F Disabled and Vet EEO/AA Employer

Now hiring Administrative Assistant needed to answer telephones, complete general office task, and data entry. Knowledge of Word, Excel, and QuickBooks a definite plus.

Send resume to mporter@porterbrothers.net or Mail to PO box 205 Rock Falls, IL 61071

Part time Personal Assistant in Sterling. $14/hr.

As needed, on call.

Vehicle & refs. req.

Interested candidates email

EMPLOYMENT

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“The People Professionals” 102 S. Galena Ave 2nd floor, DIXON 815-835-3000 Now Hiring: •Administrative •Material Handler •Assembly •Shipping/ Receiving •Inside Sales ------------Apply online at: hughes resources.com

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ServiceMaster has immediate openings in the Amboy area. Multiple day and night part time positions.

15-20/ hrs. per week. Apply in person at 205 6th Ave., Sterling.

EMPLOYMENT

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University of Illinois Extension is seeking applications for a nutrition education worker. This position is full-time and based out of our Sterling office.

Find details, submit a completed online application and exam request for the specific vacancy at https:// jobs.illinois.edu by 4/11/16.

Find this job posting under civil service jobs/posted vacancies. All Extension vacancies begin with EXT. The University is an AA-EOE www.inclusive illinois.illinois.edu.

Davidson Farms

is looking for CDL-A drivers for Flatbed, Hopper and Dump work to join our family.

We offer daily home time.

Benefits:

• 401K • Paid Vacation • Home Time Daily • Excellent Pay • Driver Referral Bonuses • Assigned Trucks

• Newer Equipment • On Site Mechanics • Unmatched Respect For Drivers

If interested please call or come in.

Interviews conducted immediately.

Davidson Farms 5960 S. Woodlawn Road, Creston, IL

Phone: 815-384-3208

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Sterling:

Receptionist • Distribution • Data Researcher • CSR • Bookkeeper General Labor & Production Positions • 1st Shift Supervisor Purchasing • Forklift 1st & 2nd Shifts • Tool & Die Builders - Travel Required

Dixon:

Service Tech/Travel required Valid Drivers License Graphics/Marketing 5+years experience 2nd & 3rd shift Machine Maintenance PLC preferred Production All shifts $10.14 -$10.84

Apply online. Visit: manpowerjobs.com Sterling Office 815.622.2814 Dixon Office 815.288.7800

Are you made for Aldi?

HIRING EVENT We are looking for Store Associates, Casual Store Associates, Shift Managers, and Manager Trainees for our Dixon location.

Casual and Store Associate — $11.50/HR Shift Manager — $16/HR when acting as a Shift Manager Manager Trainee — $40,500/YR* with an opportunity to earn $75,000 - $85,000/YR as a Store Manager $19.50/HR (average 40 hrs/week) Please visit the following location on

March 28, 2016

7:00AM - 11:00AM, and 1:00PM - 7:00PM to complete an application ALDI 1760 S. Galena Ave. Dixon, IL 61021

Registered Nurses - Full Time 3, 12 hour shifts 5:00pm-5:00am

Morrison Community Hospital offers a competitive/above average wage, and comprehensive benefits package. Active Illinois License and pre-employment drug screen required. EOE For more information and to apply online, please visit our website: www.morrisonhospital.com

Lee County, Illinois Sheriff ’s Office The Lee County Sheriff ’s Department is accepting applications for the following positions: Patrol Deputy, Corrections Deputy, and 911 Telecommunicator

Patrol Dep putyy Salary: $42,978.92 (as of 12/1/2014) Corrections Dep putyy Salary: $41,068.75 (as of 12/1/22014)

Sworn Personnel: 32 All applicants must meet the following minimum requirements established by the Lee County Sheriff ’s Office Merit Commission: • U.S. citizenship • Must be of sound character, without criminal convictions • Minimum of 21 years of age by the application deadline • High school diploma or certificate of equivalency • Valid driver’s license • Must pass the Illinois P.O.W.E.R. test (this Pre-Employment Condition is not required at the time of application) • Available on Saturday, May 7, 2016 to participate in a mandatory P.O.W.E.R. Test and written examination • Applicants will be required to live within Lee County, Illinois within one year of being hired • Pay a $40.00 non-refundable application processing fee

Telecommunicator:

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to answering 9-1-1 telephones, transmitting vital information to emergency personnel via the radio, relaying information via the Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) system, and answering administrative lines serving police, fire, and EMS. Salary: $41,068.75 All applicants must meet the following minimum requirements established by the Lee County Sheriff ’s Department:

• U.S. citizenship • Minimum of 21 years of age at time of application • Possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent • Ability to pass a written examination, a full police background investigation, psychological exam, drug, hearing, and vision screenings • Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays, along with overtime that may be mandatory • Schedule flexibility and multi-tasking skills are paramount • Pay a $40.00 non-refundable application processing fee

To apply for any of these positions or obtain additional information, please visit the following website: http p://ww www ww.ap pplyytoserve.com

The Lee County, IL Sheriff’s Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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BUYER

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HIRING

Apply online at etnyre.com

M/F Disabled and Vet EEO/AA Employer

EMPLOYMENT

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Sauk Valley Media Telegraph 3200 E. Lincolnway 815-625-3600 ext. 5301 113 S. Peoria Sterling, IL 61081 Dixon, IL 61021 Towns Rock Falls Rock Falls Milledgeville Milledgeville Prophetstown Walnut

Streets Route 9th - 12thAve, Rt 30 - Roberts St. 222 14th St. - 24th St., 14thAve. - 9thAve. 225 Cochran, Main, Meyers, E. Old Mill 313 W.6th,Conchran,Hager,Holcomb,Main,Meyers,Thorp 315 Whole TownAsk For Sign-On Bonus Whole TownAsk For Sign-On Bonus

Customers 37 66 57 75

For motor route availability call David Sheets 815-625-3600 ext. 5311

Sales Representative AZZ Galvanizing – Dixon, Inc., a public corporation based in Fort Worth, Texas, (NYSE: AZZ) seeks a Sales Manager to represent our Northern Illinois and Iowa area. Knowledge of steel fabrication and/ or metal finishing sales and a college degree is preferred. Experience in calling on both established and prospective accounts is helpful.

Position based out of Dixon, Illinois. Overnight travel is required.

If you are an enthusiastic, high energy, inquisitive salesperson, we invite you to investigate this career opportunity. We offer a competitive salary, full range of benefits and the opportunity for professional growth. Please send your resume including salary history for immediate and confidential review to AZZ Galvanizing, 310 East Progress Drive, Dixon Il. 61021 Attention: Mike Echebarria Fax: (815)-284-5002 or E-Mail: mikeechebarria@azzgalv.com E (Microsoft Word format) Visit us online at www.azz.com Equal Opportunity Employer Drug Free Workplace

JOB SEEKERS

ACCOUNT MANAGER

NEW POSITIONS AVAILABLE! Existing territory producing great income! Positions are located in Sterling/Rock Falls.

Job Description: • Coordinate and account for daily, weekly, and monthly activities • Identify Account Manager sales opportunities using defined processes, expertise, and judgment • Provide expert customer service and support to clients • Build an exemplary profile of accounts • Inform all clients of additional opportunities for revenue growth • Establish priorities, ensure task completion, and attain performance goals • Service existing accounts, prospect and develop new business Job Requirements: • Professional personal skills • 2 + years in the business community • Strong customer service background • Aptitude for solving both client and company issues • Self-motivated, creative, and detail oriented • Able to perform job successfully with little direct supervision • Microsoft Word and Excel knowledge as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills Competitive pay with benefits and performance incentives.

— Equal Opportunity Employer — SEND RESUME TO: greatcareers@withersradio.net

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Gutter Cleaning

In operation for almost 50 years, Porter Brothers has developed a step-by-step process that ensures our sealcoating and asphalt application is done right the first time, and meets the standards and expections of our customers.

• Driveways • Parking Lots • Roadways • Over Lays • Sidewalks and Bike Paths • Railroad Crossings and Related Rail Work Sites

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GUTTERS & THEN SOME Gutter Cleaning & Repair Service Miscellaneous Jobs FREE ESTIMATES 815-535-0911 Bonded & Insured If you have gutter problems, call the Gutter Guys!!

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Concrete Workz Sidewalks • Steps Driveways • Patios Floors Exposed & stamped concrete Poured walls/ retaining walls Skidloader work & Hauling *Free Estimates *Insured 815-441-6126 All Types of Concrete Work

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American Energy Savers “Sauk Valley's Oldest & Best Seamless Gutter Company” Always Flow Seamless Gutters Call Dan Maloney 815-288-4525

Serving the Sauk Valley Areas for over 15 years •On the Job Manufactured • Expert Installation •Competitive prices •Best Quality Materials, Guaranteed •5” and 6” Seamless Gutters for Residential, Industrial & Commercial Needs •Leaf Free Gutter Protection Systems •Licensed •Bonded •Insured FREE Estimates 815-213-0704

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Over 25 Years Asphalt Exp. Fully Insured

Dumpster Rental for Clean-ups & Construction Small & Large containers avail.

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Gutter Protection Systems Owner Scott Shaffer 815-677-5579 Dixon, Illinois

Basement Waterproofing

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Prater Paint & Waterproofing We Dry Up Basements & Crawl Spaces, Remediate Mold & Install E-Z Breathe™ Ventilation Systems 815-626-5165

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Bicycles GREEN RIVER CYCLERY

We Take Your Fun Seriously!

Bicycle Repairs Tune-Ups Overhauls 205 E. 1st St. Dixon, IL 61021 (815)622-8180

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A&M Excavating & Demolition Dirt (Black) BEAT MOST BIDS Gravel Loader & Dump Truck Work Rock & Sand, Lot Clearing, Backhoe Work, Driveways & Lots,

815-590-1677

Excavating Complete Septic Work Septic Tank Pumping Drain field Backhoe/ Skidloader Materials Hauled 815-973-5298 815-878-9917

Genl. Contracting Active Const.

(815) 499-1871 Kitchen & Bath Remodels Additions, Garages Siding, Windows, Handicap, Ramps Concrete Work WE DO IT ALL! Anything Interior Exterior 35 year experience FREE Estimates And We Will Call You Back!

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A Family's Handyman ★Roofing ★Siding ★ Decks ★Great Rates ★Fast Service Interior Discounts CC#'s Accepted 815-994-0075 HANDYMAN/ GENERAL CONTRACTING Bathroom/Kitchen Rehabs, Complete Remodels, Drywall Painting, Flooring (tile, linoleum, wood, carpet) All types of home repairs.

Free Estimates Insured-Bonded 815-564-7428 LawnCare Service •Pot Holes •Leaf clean up •House clean up •Large hauling (dirt, gravel, sand) •Gutters •Pressure washing •Snow Plowing •Free Estimates• 815-590-6336

PAUL’S HANDYMAN SERVICE “Anything Your Husband Won’t Do!” •Experience On All Manner of Home Repairs & Maintenance since 1986

Haul/Clean Service A-1 Hauling Big or Small Trucks Hauling/Roofing/ Garage Real Estate Clean-Ups Seasoned Firewood for Sale Concrete Removal/ Demolition Materials Hauled 815-626-1956

JOHN'S CLEANUP & REMOVAL Anything goes!!

Estate Cleanups PHONE 815-622-0240

Tree Service

Tree Removal, Trimming, Stump Grinding Licensed/ Insured.

Whiteside Area 815-590-1677

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Roofing

Kitchen Cabinetry

Falling Meadows Land-Care Is now accepting new clients for your landscape maintenance needs. SPRING is here! Let us clean your yard of debris. One time or weekly service is available.

Call Mike at (815)590-9491

Lawn Care No Mow Worries Lawn Maintenance Call today for a worry free lawn!

Starting as low as $15 815-441-8612

Painting

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Will beat any leading competitor price 815-590-2677

Roofing/Siding

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BALAYTI PAINTING

Interior & Exterior Light Carpentry Pressure Washing 35 Years Experience Insured - References Cell #815-440-2202

DAN'S HOME REPAIR Commercial Residential Interior & Exterior Painting Remodeling Gutter cleaning.

15 yrs. Experience Insured

815-677-7970

PRATER Paint & Waterproofing Specializing in •Residential •Commercial •Farm & •Industrial Call for your FREE painting or sandblasting estimate 815-626-5165

Power Washing

Serving the Sauk Valley Area for over 15 years.

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BRAD'S TREE SERVICE A division of Timber Industries, LLC. Tree & Limb Removal Stump Removal Storm Clean-up Mulch & Firewood •Free Estimates •Fully Insured 815-857-3674

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MEISTER TREE CARE SERVICE Specializing in all of your tree care needs.

Certified pesticide & herbicide applicator & line clearance tree trimming .

Land clearing: CRP, Hunter game trails, Right of way, Mowing/brush cutting.

Skid loader services available.

Will haul rock, gravel, mulch, etc.

Land/forest management logging available.

Storm clean up & specialty work.

CONTRACTORS WELCOME Free Estimates Licensed, Bonded Insured Safety and your satisfaction is my #1 goal!

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Water Softeners

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HOMES FOR RENT

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FOR RENT/SALE HOUSES & APTS. svla.org

DIXON 3 bdrm/1 bath, attached 1 car garage, c/a, finished basement. $650mo/$650 dep.

Call 815-288-5766 Newer duplex, Dixon for rent. $825 mo. 2 BR, 1 Bth, finished basement.

Call Tim 815-766-2769

2002 DODGE RAM PICKUP 1500

Small 1BR, w/ garage, no pets.

1112 Steinmann $485/mo + $485 dep. 815-284-7609

ROCK FALLS Lg. attractive 2BR townhouse, excellent location. 800 Dixon Ave. No pets 815-336-2305

$6,999* 2005 MAZDA MAZDA3 S

$8,999* 2006 MAZDA TRIBUTE

$8,999* 2008 TOYOTA CAMRY LE

$7,999* 2007 GMC ACADIA

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Will beat any leading competitor price 815-590-2677

Sinnissippi Townhomes First Mo. Free!

Spacious 2 BR. 2 story townhomes.

Central air, good location. Laundry hookup. (815)6261130.

$11,999*

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Room for Rent. All utilities incl. + wifi Starting at $75/wk. + dep. Call or text 815-716-6150.

Room for Rent$400/mo. + $400 dep. Nice 2BR 1 car gar. $700/mo. + $700 dep. 815441-8465

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$11,999* 2004 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500

$10,999* Mon.-Thur. 9-7 • Fri. 9-6 • Sat. 8:30am-4pm *Plus tax,title,license & doc fee.Payments based on 3.99%APR financing for 75 months with approved credit with vehicles up to $10,000 - $1,000 down, vehicles $10,000-$20,000 - $2,000 down, vehicles $20,000+ $3,000 down. Photos for illustration only. Dealer not liable for errors.

STERLING 3BR 1BA Ref. & credit check req. 1 yr. lease w/ mo. to mo. option after that. Rent + dep.

No $850 /mo.

Pets.

Text/e-mail day or call after 5 p.m. 815-988-2494 Now available, Sm. 2BR, 1ba, CA, stove, refrig with garage. No pets, non smoking. $550 plus 1 mo. deposit required.

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COMMERCIAL RENTAL

311

3818 River Rd. Strlg., 4.5k sq. ft. w/ office, shop, 14' OHD. $1,950/ mo.815-626-8790

MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT

315

LOANS

402

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AUCTIONS

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BIG SPRING AUCTION Now taking consigned items: Trucks, cars, boats, campers, farm equipment, household items.

Sale held April 23, 2016 at 11:00 AM 5505 Anne St., Galt Clean out your garage or basement!

Harvey Auction Service 815-213-0193

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AREA GARAGE SALES 624 ROCK FALLS GARAGE SALES 624 Fri. & Sat., 8-4 28049 Woodside Drive 8 Family Saleheated garage.

Lots of kids clothes: girls 3mo./ 3T, lots of 10/12; boys 2T & 6/8.

Ladies sm-XL clothes, (Justice, Under Armour, NorthFace). New boys 26” bike

STERLING GARAGE SALES 624 Friday & Sat. 8-2 2207 11th Ave. Bose surround sound, lots of name brand clothes for kids & adults, home décor, games & lots of toys! Kitchenware, lots of misc!!

HUGE SALE! Dress Code 5 E. 3rd St. Tues.-Sat. 12-5 Closed Sun & Mon. CLEARANCE RACK SPECIALS: 80% off starts 3/15 99¢ starts 3/22 2 for $1 starts 3/29 * All proceeds will be donated for cancer treatment Saturday 8-4 607 20th Ave. ESTATE/ GARAGE SALE (garage behind house) Furniture, pictures, lots of books, household misc.

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES 705 I Buy: Antiques, collectibles, toys, post cards, etc.

815-445-6151.

FURNITURE

755

11 Metal folding chairs $55 815288-6200 Brown lift recliner chair, $1600 new, only used 2mos.

Asking $750. Call 815-590-0592

FURNITURE

755

Bedroom Set, 2 dressers, nightstand, frame; $500; Jewelry Armoire $50; Wooden Stand (holds microwave) $50; desk /chair $25; 815441-8904 Entertainment Center, holds 32” tv, glass doors, good shape, $200 obo. 815-548-9409 Leather recliner, electric powered, dk. brown w/antique brass nails.

Exc. cond. $550.

815-626-8861.

Mattress sets: $99, Full Twin $129, Queen $159, King $199. Will deliver! Bunk Bed $298. Call 309451-7477 New furniture & wholesale beds also used: Twin, full, queen, king beds. Elec. & gas stoves, bunk beds, dryer, washer, table & chairs, recliners, sofa, dresser, full/qu. BR set, 3pc. L/R set, refrig.

815-718-4385.

PETS & PET SUPPLIES 775 Male Basset Hound puppy, 8 wks old, shots & dewormed. $500.

Selling as pet only.

Milledgeville, 815590-6046 Wanted: Tea Cup size F Chihuahua, adult, short hair, reasonably priced or free. 815-5649022 after 2:00.

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100 Little Golden Books; assorted in good cond. $100 815-456-2175

LAWN MOWERS

779

Grasshopper zero turn, commercial 223 lawnmower 52” deck, low miles well maintained. $4,500 815-564-9421

TICKETS / TRAVEL 787 & EVENTS No person or business, unless properly licensed by the Illinois Secretary of State, may sell ticket(s) for any sporting event or otherwise, for more than the price printed upon the face of the said ticket(s).

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Property Location: Part of E1/2 of NW 1/4 of Sec. 18, Township 8 North, Range 9 East, Ohio Twp.

Auction Location: Green River Country Club 15212 IL Route 92, Walnut, IL

Tuesday, April 5, 2016 - 11:00 a.m.

WANT TO BUY 795

Bidder Registration begins at 10:15 a.m.

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JD 6 row 30” 7200 Conservation Corn Planter low acres $12,000/ obo 815-225-7824

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2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS

By Mark Phelan Detroit Free Press

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ighter, faster and more sophisticated, the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS (I give it four out of four stars) breaks out of the pony car corral to outrun Thoroughbreds like the BMW M4 and Lexus RC F. The days when people could dismiss the Camaro as a muscle car _ fast, but uncouth _ are over.

The 2016 Camaro is new from the ground up, radically different and better, but still obviously a Chevrolet. It uses a lightweight architecture that also underpins a pair of world-class luxury sport sedans, the Cadillac ATS and CTS. There’s no visual similarity among the three cars, but they share some chassis structures and technologies. That helps explain how a $45,100 Chevy can offer an adaptive suspension that’s more advanced than the $65,700 M4.

The M4, if you’re among those bewildered by BMW’s multiplicity of models, is the sport coupe previously known as the M3. In addition to the M4, the 2016 Camaro competes with sport coupes like the Audi S5, Dodge Challenger SRT8, Ford Mustang GT and Lexus RC F. That’s a small and elite group, and the Chevrolet leads it in many respects.

6.2-liter V-8 that produces 455 horsepower and 455 pound-feet of torque.

The V-8 Camaro SS starts at $36,300. It comes with a 6.2-liter V-8 that produces 455 horsepower and 455 pound-feet of torque. Chevrolet also builds a Camaro convertible.

Unable to leave well enough alone, Chevy will add a 640-horsepower ZL1 model with a supercharged SS V-8, six-speed manual or 10-speed automatic later this year. We’ll deal with the ZL1 when it arrives, assuming one slows down enough for us to catch a glimpse. Until then, we’ll make do with the SS’s M4beating 4.0-second 0-60 time.

Not to mention the Chevy’s sharp steering, Velcro road holding, and four-piston Brembo brakes.

I tested a well-equipped Camaro SS coupe with the manual transmission, Apple CarPlay, navigation, 4G LTE w-fi hotspot, blind spot alert, Bose audio, 20inch five-spoke low-gloss black aluminum wheels, heated and Camaro prices start at $25,700 for ventilated front seats, heated a base model powered by a new steering wheel, head-up display, The Camaro SS looks great whether parked or at full tilt.

275-horsepower turbocharged backup camera and more.

Looking out of the low, wide 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. A sport coupe is another matter.

It stickered at $45,100.

All prices six-speed manual transmission is standard on all Camaros. exclude destination charges. Chevrolet has decided the A quick-shifting eight-speed The Camaro SS costs thousands Camaro’s looks depend on a automatic is a $1,495 option. less than comparably equipped low roof, fast windshield, rising Moving up to a 335-horsepower models of the S5, M3, Challenger beltline and high deck. All those SRT8 and RC F. Mustang GT elements reduce visibility, to the 3.6-liter V-6 also costs $1,495. point that nobody should buy prices are competitive. a Camaro without the optional

blind spot and cross traffic alerts.

A backup camera is standard.

The front seat is comfortable, but without much storage for phones, glasses and the like. Rear legroom is minimal. The controls are big and legible. Chevrolet’s combination of good voice recognition, a big touch screen, Apple CarPlay and convenient controls for volume, tuning and climate is outstanding. The trunk is small but consistent with most cars in the segment.

Its lid, however, is small and inconveniently located in the top of the rear deck. Many Camaro owners will probably use the small back seat as a parcel shelf for.

The SS V-8 generates more power than all the competitors except the RC F and Challenger SRT8. The lightweight chassis about 230 pounds lighter than a

manual transmission ‘15 SS gives the SS the best power-top-weight ratio in the class.

The EPA rates the 2016 Camaro SS at 16 mpg in the city, 25 of the highway and 19 combined. The combined figure is 1 mpg worse than the S5 and M3, 2 mpg better than the Challenger SRT8 and matches the Mustang GT and RC F. The Mustang is the only one that gets its rated power and fuel economy with regular gasoline.

The others all specify premium.

Classic looks, modern features and value combine to make the new Camaro a contender not just for best pony car, but for the best sport coupe in the world.

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DIXON | NEW SHOP OPENING

Amy Nicklaus used to spend her spare time making handmade decor for herself and her friends. On May 5, she’ll turn her hobby into a business when she opens Rustic Roots Home and Decor at 734 N. Galena Ave., across from Kentucky Fried Chicken.

Owner puts down roots Store on North Galena will offer handmade decor and more

BY JERMAINE PIGEE jpigee@saukvalley.com 815-625-3600, ext. 5525 @JPigee84

DIXON – Dixon resident Amy Nicklaus loves handmade homemade.

“I love to be creative and do things with my hands,” she said.

The 28-year-old has spent the last year-and-a-half making signs, wreaths, tables, benches, vases and other decor, and on May 5 will open Rustic Roots Home and Decor at 734 N. Galena Ave., across from

About the designing duo Rustic Roots Home and Decor, 734 N. Galena Ave. in Dixon, will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Thursday through Saturday the first and third weeks of the month, May through August.

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OREGON – Thirty years ago, Cherie Slack embarked on a career she still dearly loves.

Newly divorced and in need of a job, Slack, now 61, decided to go to barber college.

Slack, a 1972 Rochelle High School graduate, started her career in Leaf River, where she had a shop for 2.5 years.

Then she moved to Mount Morris, where she trimmed hair for 23 years until moving Short Cut to 115 N. Fourth St. in November 2012.

One of the things Slack enjoys the most about her profession is that she has gotten to know her customers well.

“I’ve made so many friends over the years,” she said. “I love my guys. It’s like having a bunch of dads.”

She specializes in cutting men’s and boys’ hair.

“I’ve never cut a woman’s hair,” she said.

Over the years, Slack has cut fathers’ hair and then their sons’.

“I have one fourth-generation family and a lot of third generation,” she said.

Dear Dave, We have two daughters, and we’ve started thinking about financial planning for college. What are the differences between an Education Savings Account and a 529 plan?

– John

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Short Cut Short Cut barber shop for men and boys is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, from 1 to 7 p.m.

Thursday, and from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday.

Call 815-732-7700 to schedule an appointment.

Photos by Vinde Wells/vwells@shawmedia.com

ABOVE: Cherie Slack takes a break in the antique barber chair that once belonged to the late Earl Avey, a Mount Morris barber. TOP LEFT: This cabinet and cash register also belonged to Avey. The cash register goes up to $1. BOTTOM LEFT: Slack isn’t sure how old the barber pole is at her shop, but it still has its original bracket and was designed to be displayed horizontally.

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Cocoa prices up, but bunny prices won’t jump MILWAUKEE – As luck would have it, the melting point of chocolate is not far below the human body temperature of 98.6 degrees – making it perfect for melting lusciously in your mouth.

If that thought has you salivating, and especially if chocolate bunnies are the centerpiece of your Easter basket, you might want to hop over to your favorite candy seller sooner rather than later, because the price of cocoa is on the rise.

Cocoa bean prices jumped to a 2-month high earlier this month and have climbed since as dry weather threatened to shrink the crop in Ghana and Ivory Coast, the African nations that produce 60 percent of the world’s cocoa, said Alex Breitinger with Breitinger & Sons, a commodity futures broker in Valparaiso, Indiana.

make all my signs and products. I can do anything with home decor.”

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book, go to www.rusticrootsil.com or call owner Amy Nicklaus at 815994-2536 for more information or to sign up for a workshop.

You also can find Jessica Bonnell Design at www.behance.net/JessicaBonnell and on Facebook.

Also, Breitinger said, sugar prices hit a 3-month high on worries about El Nino weather, resulting in the smallest sugarcane crop since 2012.

As of March 18, cocoa beans were selling for $3,113 a metric ton on the futures market, up about 10 percent over the past couple of months.

“Prices for chocolate bunnies could be rising. The cocoa and sugar markets have been rallying sharply, adding to the cost of making chocolate,” Breitinger said.

Fortunately for consumers, though, a spot check of confectioners found that many tend to buy their raw materials in bulk well ahead of their busiest seasons – Christmas and Easter – so the recent spikes in cocoa and sugar prices aren’t likely to be a big factor for this holiday’s retail chocolate prices.

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Kelli Golatke looks over some chocolate items with her children, Addie (left), 9, and Zelia, 7, at Ultimate Confections in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Cocoa bean prices jumped to a 2-month high earlier this month and have climbed since as dry weather threatened to shrink the crop in Ghana and Ivory Coast, the African nations that produce 60 percent of the world’s cocoa, said Alex Breitinger with Breitinger & Sons, a commodity futures broker in Valparaiso, Indiana.

Dear John, I’m glad you’re thinking ahead and planning for the future. Here’s a quick overview of the two.

The Education Savings Account is limited to $2,000 per year, per child. It has complete flexibility, meaning you can invest it in whatever you like and you can move it – roll it over – to another one if you don’t like that mutual fund, for example.

I use that example because I recommend using good growth stock mutual funds and that you do this for the first $2,000 invested per year.

There are several types of 529 plans, and there’s only one that I would recommend. It’s the kind that has complete flexibility, where you control the investments. Some states have 529 plans that are prepaid tuition, and I never recommend those.

You don’t want the state managing anything for you, because you won’t get anywhere near the returns you’d get if you managed it yourself. Other types of 529s lock you into a certain kind of investment the whole time, or they move the investment based on the age of your kid. I don’t want anybody doing that crap. I want you controlling your money.

Most of the 529s vary somewhat from state to state, but the majority have flexibility that allows you to control the investment while contributing up to $10,000 a year. Both those and the ESAs grow completely tax-free on the growth as long as they’re used for higher education. They also can be transferred to a sibling if the kid doesn’t go to school, so a little brother or sister can use the money. If they get scholarships, make sure you keep up with the value of these. You’ll be allowed to withdraw that amount and refund yourself for the scholarship amount without penalty or taxes on the amount withdrawn.

In short, both the ESA and 529 are fine ways to save for college.

Just make sure if you’re doing a 529 that you choose the kind you control from top to bottom.

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New round of courses to start

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Amboy student, Lauren Gerdes is Amboy High School’s January Student of the Month. She plans to attend Western Illinois University and double major in political sciences and Spanish, with an eye toward a career in government.

Amboy High Student of the Month AMBOY – Lauren Gerdes, 17, of Amboy, is Amboy High School’s January Student of the Month. She is the daughter of Bill and Tina Gerdes, and she has a brother, Garrett Gerdes, 20; a stepbrother, Eli Whipple, 21; and a stepsister, Mayson Whipple, 20.

president of the Spanish Honor Society.

Do you have a job? I work at Meusel’s Dairy Delite in Amboy.

without? Music. I love all kinds of music, and I am almost always listening to it.

What is your advice for surviving high school?

Try your hardest from What will you do after the get-go, because high school? I plan to even though it may not attend Western Illinois seem like it, your freshUniversity and double major in political sciences man and sophomore and Spanish. I would like years are very critical to your future. Doing well to find myself in governFavorite class: History. in your underclassmen ment down the road It actually was just this whether it be local, state, years will make your year that I discovered upperclassmen years or federal. my love for it. I really and everything after that enjoy this class because it much easier.

What is your favorite: amazes me how much the world has changed, and I What scares you? I am App: Twitter love learning about what a little scared to go off has shaped the world into on my own after college.

Food: Anything from the way it is today.

It is very far away from Taco Bell now and I think it is Least-favorite class: It something that everyone Game or activity: Singused to be math because fears, but by the time I ing I was so bad at it and it graduate from college, I was hard to understand, Actor: Chris Hemsworth would like to be set up but thanks to my math for a successful life. teacher for the last 3 Movie: “The Lord of the years, Cynthia Carlson, I If you could ask PresiRings” trilogy have grown to like it. dent Obama any question, what would it be?

TV show: “House of School activities in Do you ever regret your Cards” which you participate: decision to run for presiI am very active in the Do you have a hobby? I dent? drama department and really enjoy reading. Right will be participating in If you could try any job my eighth production this now I am in the middle of re-reading the Harry Pot- for a day, what would spring as Mother Abbess it be? Being an actress, in “The Sound of Music.” ter series. because I’d like to know I am also a third-year what they do and how What’s the one thing chorus member and its the whole movie or TV in your life you can’t do vice president. I also am

show process works If you could go anywhere in the world for free, where would it be? Germany. My family tree stems from Germany, and I would love to travel there and experience their culture and their way of life.

What is your proudest moment? When I was elected as president of the Spanish Honor Society, because Spanish hasn’t always come easy to me, and it took a lot of hard work to get to where I am

DIXON – Sauk Valley Community College, 173 state Route 2, has additional business and community classes available.

They are: Personal Trainer Certification Course: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturdays, April 2 to May 7, 60-hour program with 15 hours of lecture and 15 hours of hands-on training, plus a 30-hour internship, national exam will be offered the sixth week. CPR-AED and internship required for certificate. The cost is $93.97 for the textbook and $599 for the course.

Cupcake Decorating: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday and noon to 2 p.m. April 2, supply list will be given at registration. The cost is $15.

ACT Math Preparation: 10 a.m. to noon April 2, $20. Students need pencil, paper, any ACT preparation material, and scientific calculator.

Companion Dog Training: 6 to 7 p.m.

Thursday and then Thursdays through May 12, $65. Dogs should be 8 weeks or older. Ori-

entation will be the first night, without dogs.

Bring a copy of the dog’s shot records to the orientation. Dogs will not be allowed to attend class without this information.

Therapy Dog Training: 7 to 8 p.m. Thursdays, April 7-28. There will be optional certification testing upon course completion. Registration with the Therapy Dog Inc., which includes insurance, is recommended. Shot records are a must and dogs should have a friendly disposition. On the first day of class, students will need to bring proof of rabies and vaccination shots, a leash, and a collar. The cost is $40.

Service Dog Training: 7 to 8 p.m. Thursdays April 7-28, for $40 per dog. This course prepares the dog to complete the Service Dog certification exam. On the first day of class, students will need to bring proof of rabies and vaccination shots.

To register for any of the courses, call SVCC’s community education office at 815-835-6212.

HONORED AT CHALLAND

Who is your hero or role model? Both of my parents are pretty big role models in my life. I always have looked up to them, and I wouldn’t be the person I am today without their guidance.

Is there anything else you would want people to know about you? I can touch my tongue to my nose with ease.

Is there someone you’d like to send a shout out to? To my best friends, Renee Vaessen and Maddie Gerdes, for listening to all of my history lessons, even when they just don’t care

The Sterling Optimist Club and Challand Middle School in Sterling have recognized Tori Arduini as the February Optimist of the Month. Arduini is in sixth grade, and is the daughter of Chuck and Tara Bell. She received $50 from Sam Meier of the club, and designated another $50 go to Twin Cities PADS Shelter in Sterling. Photo submitted by Meier.

ON THE MENU Breakfast MONROE CENTER – The Monroe Township Firefighters Association will have an all-youcan-eat buffet breakfast from 7 to 11 a.m. April 3 at the fire station, 104 West St. The cost is $8 for adults, $4 for children 6 to 12, and free for children 5 and younger.

CRAZY FOR A CURE AT NEWMAN

Scout dinner POLO – Boy Scout volunteers will be honored from 5 to 9 p.m.

April 2 at White Pines

LaBranche, 610 S. Division Ave. Committees, which keep the White Eagle District programs running, will be recognized and Making a Difference Awards will be given to Cub Scout packs, Boy Scout troops, Ventures crews, and Explorer posts. Two people will receive the Award of Merit, the highest district honor.

Email Rosemary Matthiessen at rmatthies sen@yahoo.com to sign up. The evening is open to registered Scouters and spouses.

IN BRIEF Key Club and Student Council members at Newman Central Catholic High School in Sterling organized Crazy for a Cure activities. The benefit for Home of Hope Cancer Wellness Center in Dixon was Feb. 15 to 19. With the $2,905 check are (front row, from left) Brady Rude and Morgan Ely; Joan Padilla, executive director of Home of Hope; Erin Pasley, Emily Long, and Chris Ahlers; and (back row) Anthony Garcia. Students created baskets for silent auctions filled with items donated by area businesses, which were auctioned at basketball games and events. Other activities included a Buffalo Wild Wings wing-eating contest, a dessert raffle, and shirt and carnation sales. St. Mary and St. Anne schools in Dixon, St. Mary School in Sterling, and St. Andrew Catholic Grade School in Rock Falls also donated. Photo submitted by Rude.

Dragonflies, damselflies subject of program FREEPORT – The Northwest Illinois Audubon Society’ will have its 35th annual banquet and program April 12 at Highland Community College, 2998 W. Pearl City Road.

The program and meal will be in the Newell Room (Room 201), at the Student Conference Center in Building H. A silent auction will start at 5:30

p.m., with dinner at 6 and the program at 7:30.

The topic is “Natural History of Odonata: Dragonflies and Damselflies,” presented by Marla Garrison, biology faculty member at McHenry College in Crystal Lake. Garrison also is a member of Dragonfly Society of the America’s executive council, and author of “Damsel-

flies of Chicagoland,” a local field guide.

The dinner of pasture-raised turkey from Arnold Farm near Elizabeth, and sweet corn from Drake Farms in Baileyville, green beans, mashed potatoes and gravy, cranberry salad, whole-grain rolls, and home-baked desserts will be catered by Paul-

son’s Catering.

The cost for the meal and program is $20; free for children 12 and younger.

Meal reservations are required by Friday. Call Tim Smith at 815-8355109.

The cost is $3, free for students, for the program only, payable at the door.

Visit nwilaudubon.org for more information.

Three libraries offer amnesty

Reminder issued for scholarships

In celebration of National Library Week, the public libraries of the Rock River Library Consortium – Dixon Public Library, Rock Falls Public Library District, and Sterling Public Library – announce a fines amnesty for Friday through April 16.

Overdue and lost materials fines will be waived for library materials returned in good condition between these dates at any of the three public libraries.

Fines already accrued before March 31 will not be waived, and must be paid as normal.

For more information, contact: Sherry Bruckner of Dixon Public Library at 815-284 7261.

STERLING – The CGH Health Foundation will award about $18,000 in health care and nursing scholarships for the fall 2016 and spring 2017 semesters.

The deadline to apply is Friday. Visit cghmc.com and click on “foundation,” then on “scholarships,” to download applications or for information, or call 815-625-0400, ext.

5672.

Deadline for section 2 weeks The deadline to submit event information, including photos, for the SV Weekend Community pages is 2 weeks before the event.

For information, call 815-625-3600, ext. 575.

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Irish eyes are smiling

Students in the Sterling Go Green program at St. Mary Grade School collected green nonperishable food or green-labeled food and cash donations starting about a week before St. Patrick’s Day to donate to the St. Vincent de Paul Society – Sterling-Rock Falls pantry. With the “greenery” are student council members (from left), Erin Kelly, Saryn Seeley, Kiley Sanders, Olivia Edmondson, Brennen Cook, Sarah Navarro, and Griffin Moran. The items were brought to the school on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, then collected and delivered to the society. The event is coordinated by the Home and School Association. Photo submitted by Diana Healey.

Chicago wears its Irish green the weekend of March 12 as seen in this photo of the Chicago River. Photo submitted by Irv Bolthouse of Oregon.

Residents at Resthave Home in Morrison celebrated St. Patrick’s Day March 17 with a social. Joanne Glandon wears a green hat. Other residents and staff wore hats, beads, glasses, and bows. Linda Pasvogel and Gloria DeValle provided Even the dogs are Irish in Chicago. Photo submitted by Bolthouse. music and entertainment. Photo submitted by Karla Burn.

Members of the Sheridan family from Dixon traveled in September to Castlebar, Ireland, one of Dixon’s sister cities. While there, they met Patrick Sheridan, owner of Sheridan Electrics, and not a relative of the Dixon Sheridans. With him in front Other Dixon Sheridans join Patrick Sheridan and Minnie Sheridan for a photo: of one of his vans is Minnie Sheridan of Dixon. Photo submitted by Minnie Sheri- Mary Sheridan (left), Minnie’s daughter; and Cathy Reglin, her niece. Photo submitted by Minnie Sheridan. dan.

Wanted: Photos from you A scrapbook is a book with blank pages, and that’s what our Scrapbook page is without your pictures. We want to fill the page with images that capture lives in the Sauk Valley. They can be submitted by email to photos@saukvalley.com or can be taken to the Sterling and Dixon offices.

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SHOWCASING TALENT

Performers demonstrated their talent Feb. 28 at the Kiwanis Club of Dixon’s Youth Talent Showcase at The Next Picture Show – A Fine Arts Center in Dixon. They are (from left) Deidre Ewers, Jared Harrison, Renata Young, Katie Hammitt, Haley McAuliffe, Levi Skoog, Kara Hodson, Hannah Seavey, Kailey Woolard, and Katlyn Bay. Photo submitted by Deborah Crowson.

DIXON PARK DISTRICT

SILVER MEDAL WIN

Recipes for early spring

BY RUTH EDWARDS NATURE CENTER STAFF

Wild leeks, Allium tricoccum, may begin to push their tiny heads above the earth in late March.

Never pick wild leeks in a park, nature preserve, or any protected area, and never pick wild leeks unless large numbers of the plants are flourishing.

In France, where leeks abound, they are called “the poor man’s asparagus.” As members of the onion family, they make a wonderful seasoning.

The addition of leeks to any dish adds a bit of “wild” to the dinner table.

Some people, especially in the South, call leeks “ramps.” Historically, ramps were regarded as a spring tonic in the Appalachians. They are celebrated widely by tens of thousands of ramp lovers who attend numerous ramp festivals every spring. The festivals are partly responsible for severely impacting ramp populations throughout their range.

Leeks, like common onions, grow from bulbs.

You can dig the bulbs in the dead of winter.

Leeks are easy to identify

because they smell like onions; trout lily and clintonia have similarlooking, but smaller, leaves and do not have an onion odor.

The plants usually emerge first and can grow from about 6 to 10 inches in height. The leek flower blooms well after the leaves have disappeared.

If, and only if, you have the availability of wild leeks, the most sustainable way to harvest them is by using a knife to gently move the soil from one side of the bulb.

Then, taking care not to dislodge the bulb and roots, cut the base off the bulb, leaving it with the roots in the ground.

This will ensure new leeks will grow the following season.

They must be washed repeatedly, as sand and grit seem to be attracted to the very inner leaves.

Usually only the white portion of leeks is used, but there’s really no reason to disdain the tender green leaves. Leek bulbs and leaves may be diced and used just as you would use onions, green onions, chives, and garlic, but they are much more potent.

Try the following two recipes.

Leek Guacamole 1 cup finely-chopped leek 1 avocado 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice ¼ cup finely-diced fresh tomato 1 teaspoon finelyminced jalapeño pepper Peel and puree avocado.

Gently stir in remaining ingredients. Enjoy immediately as a dip for celery sticks and Doritos.

Cream of Leek Soup A warm soup for a chilly spring day 2 cups finely-diced leeks 2 cups finely-diced potato Sauté above veggies in 2 tablespoons butter until soft and translucent. Do not brown. Add 1 cup whole milk and ½ cup cream.

Gently simmer for 5 minutes, but do not boil.

If too thick, add more milk. When ready to serve, season with black pepper and sea salt.

Reminder: Easter egg hunt 1 p.m. today, soccer fields on Washington Avenue, rain date April 2

The men’s basketball team at Kreider Services in Dixon took the silver medal at the Special Olympics state tournament the weekend of March 12 in Normal.

In the quarter final game, they won 40-30 against a larger team from Chicago.

The athletes are (in no particular order) Randy C., Tyler B., David G. Jacob H., Matt S., Brian M., Gary L., and Mike G. The volunteer coaches are Vicki and Katie Cover. Photos submitted by Becky Reilly.

IN BRIEF Teacher, student to tell project tale

Lake Shore Drive.

The weeklong residency camp is structured to promote education and PRINCETON – Sarah learning opportunities, Henkel of Mendota will be the speaker during the for youth 14 to 16, in the areas of law enforceBureau County Geneament, military, leadership, logical Society meeting, cultural diversity, personwhich starts at 7 p.m. al development, physiThursday at the society cal fitness, and social library, 629 S. Main St. and interpersonal skills.

The program will be Cadets will be honored at about her work with a July 1 graduation cerone of her students, Lily emony, and will receive a DeLao, in a competigraduation certificate. tion designed by Albert American Legion volH. Small, philanthropist, unteers and state police to engage students in historical research about troopers manage the program, and serve as World War II. Henkel and DeLao were instructors and mentors.

Applications will be selected for a free trip accepted until May to Normandy American 28. Visit illegion.

Cemetery and Memoorg/forms/2016%20 rial in France. She and Youth%20Police%20Bro her student, Angelique chure.pdf to download Baker, also will discuss application forms. another more current For more information, project. visit the website, or The public is welcome.

For more information, call contact Delmar Buske, the society’s library email Safety, Law and Order bureaucounty@gmail.com Committee chairman, at or call the library at 815- 217-555-9555, or Jarran Riley, ISP special agent, 879-3133. at 618-606-0411.

Teen participants needed for camp SPRINGFIELD – The 44th annual American Legion Youth Police Camp will be June 26 to July 1 at Illinois State Police Academy, 3700 E.

A trunk show will be presented from Peddlers Way Quilt Co., featuring its popular items and a display of Judy Niemeyer patterns. The cost for nonmembers to attend is $5.

The guild will not have a workshop this month.

For membership information, call Nancy Otto at 815-224-2563.

Young women can dance night away

MORRISON – “Princess for a Knight” is the theme for the 11th Father Daughter Community Dance, presented by St. Mary Catholic Church parish.

This family event will be April 8 at the parish hall, 13220 Garden Plain Road.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; music is from 7 to 9. Young women, who get in free, are welcome to invite a male escort.

Escorts pay $20 at the door.

Steve Seifken will take individual and group phoPopular quilt styles tos during the evening; gift basket raffles are topic of trunk show and planned.

Admission includes PRINCETON – The Covered Bridge Quilters Guild musical entertainment by will meet at 7 p.m. April 7 Trent Bush, a 4-inch by 6-inch photograph, desat Evangelical Covenant sert, and punch.

Church, 24 N. Main St.

The team members were given a police escort when they arrived back in Dixon. A crowd of supporters met the caravan at Kreider to welcome them home.

Artists to help raise money DIXON – Sinnissippi Foundation’s 12th annual Expressions Art Sale and Reception will take place from April 5 until April 22 at The Next Picture Show – A Fine Arts Center, 113 W. First St. As of press time, works by 28 artists had been donated. Starting April 5, art and silent auction items will be on display from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Tuesday through Saturday. The artwork is available for immediate purchase; bids on auction items can be placed until the reception from 5 to 9 p.m. April 22.

The artists are Kate Askegaard, David Bingaman, Valerie Butcher, Graydon Cafarella, Kimberly Clark, Charles Cook, Bill Delp, Beverly Garcia, Rachelle Gunderson, Tom Hall, Jan Harvey, Anne Hermes, Jim Hey, Charles Kerr, Kitto, Rhonda Lampe, Bob Logsdon, Barbara Lundeen, Gloria Martin, John McLane, Peg Miller, Karen Nelson, Ann Potts, Betty Predmore, Ken Reif, Sydni Reubin, Tamara Shriver, and Lucinda Winterfield.

Among the auction items are Disney World

FastPasses, tickets to baseball games, general admission passes to Shedd Aquarium in Chicago, and riverboat excursions.

Proceeds will help the foundation provide for urgent needs of individuals and families in the Sinnissippi community, such as clients who cannot afford treatment or holiday food.

Visit sinnissippi.org and click on the Expressions link for details and or the photo gallery links. For more information, call the foundation at 815-2849380 or visit Facebook.

Model railroader lovers may view setup FREEPORT – The Stephenson Society of Model Trainmen will celebrate 50 years with the Fever River Railroad open house from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 2 and 3.

The HO scale model railroad is set up in a former Illinois Central Railroad boarding house at 1066 W. Beach St. The layout is 120-feet x 24-feet with about 800

feet of main line and a multi-level staging yard.

Admission is $4 for adults, $1 for children, or $8 per family.

Visit feverriver.org for more information.

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BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENTS Briella Rae Woods Elizabeth Henson and Raymond Woods of Morrison are the parents of a daughter born at 2:54 p.m.

March 10, 2016, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

Briella Rae Woods weighed 7 pounds, 13 ounces at birth and was 21 inches in length.

Maternal grandparents are DeDe and Ron Sandrock and George Henson, all of Rock Falls.

Paternal grandparents are Mark and Mary Woods of Morrison.

Maternal great-grandparents are Mavis and Steve Flosi, John and Shanda Bonneville, and George Henson Sr., all of Rock Falls.

Dillon Andrew Vandersnick Jessica and Aaron Vandersnick of Rock Falls are the parents of a son born at 12:57 a.m. Feb. 12, 2016, at KSB Hospital in Dixon.

Dillon Andrew Vandersnick weighed 8 pounds, 7 ounces at birth and was 22 inches in length.

He is welcomed by Dallys Vandersnick, 5, and Lillyan Vandersnick, 4.

Maternal grandparents are Charles and Cynthia Ganze of Dixon.

Paternal grandparents are Kellye and Lee Clifton and Mark and Pam Vandersnick, all of Rock Falls.

Maternal great-grandparents are Pat and Chuck Ganze of Belvidere and Bill Nottingham of Summit, Mississippi.

Paternal great-grandparents are Corke and Gayle McThenia and Sandy Vandersnick, all of Rock Falls.

Hunter James Harrison Tiffany K. Schramm of Prophetstown is the mother of a son born at 4:54 p.m. March 4, 2016, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

Hunter James Harrison weighed 8 pounds, 1 ounce at birth and was 19.5 inches in length.

He is welcomed by Layla K. Schramm, 3, and Domanik M. Anderson, 1.

Maternal grandparents Beckham Lee are Donna and Ronald HarMorrissey rison of Prophetstown.

Christie and Wesley MorMaternal great-grandmother is Patricia Harrison rissey of Dixon are the parents of a son born at 3:21 of Prophetstown. p.m. Dec. 25, 2015, at KSB Hospital in Dixon.

Tex James Beckham Lee Morrissey Suarez weighed 7 pounds, 11 Jennifer and Brian ounces at birth and was 20 Suarez of Morrison are the inches in length.

Maternal grandparents parents of a son born at 10:59 p.m. March 6, 2016, are Dennis and Vicki Trotat CGH Medical Center in ter of Dixon.

Paternal grandparents are Sterling.

T e x J a m e s S u a r e z Mike and Karen Morrissey weighed 8 pounds, 8 of Dixon. ounces at birth and was 21 Paternal great-grandparents are George and Mona inches in length.

Maternal grandparents Kaleel of Amboy. are Mark and Carol Hill of Morrison.

Brixx Bradley Paternal grandparents Folkers are Jon and Rhonda Bush of Morrison and Brian and Ashley Heffelfinger and Karen Suarez Sr. of Princ- Addison Folkers of Sterling eton. are the parents of a son Maternal great-grand- born at 1:56 p.m. March 2, parents are Shirley Hill 2016, at CGH Medical Cenof Morrison and Joe and ter in Sterling.

Judy Ostrander of Sterling. Brixx Bradley Folkers Paternal great-grandpar- weighed 8 pounds, 3 ouncents are Jim and Nancy es at birth and was 20.5 Noethe of DePue and inches in length.

Larry Bush of Morrison.

His sibling is the late

call the food pantry at 815625-1146. You also may call and leave a message with the church at 815-625-0864.

If you would like to attend church, Sunday services are KATIE SNYDER at 8:30 and 10:45 a.m.

Sterling Once, again, I want to To First Church of the thank the good Lord and Nazarene, 411 13th Ave., the workers at Helping Sterling, and to Helping Hands. May God bless you.

Hands Food Pantry, 1208 E. Fourth St., Sterling, thanks to Bob Inboden, his wife, Kay, Joan Young, Roger Humphrey, and so many other helpers at Helping Hands for the help they and the good Lord have given MARANDA DALLAS Dixon me.

So what I’m asking is, if In celebration of Dr. anyone in the community Seuss’ birthday and “Read or anywhere can help, the Across America,” Washingpantry at Helping Hands is ton School again hosted a in need of whatever some- family fun night March 11. one doesn’t need – whether The night consisted of it be food, clothes, furni- various Dr. Seuss-themed ture, etc. games and activities for You may drop off items families to participate in, at the food pantry from 9 including a foot walk, face to 11 a.m. Tuesdays and 9 painting, bingo, fish toss, a.m. to noon Thursdays or memory, planting seeds,

Thanks for successful family night

Adalie Jeanne Bruns Kelsey and Codi Bruns of Tampico are the parents of a daughter born at 8:36 a.m.

March 10, 2016, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

Adalie Jeanne Bruns weighed 6 pounds, 15 ounces at birth and was 20 inches in length.

She is welcomed by Ellie Mae Bruns, 2.

Maternal grandparents are Brad and Peggy Wetzell of Tampico and ReAnn Holbrook of Colona.

Paternal grandparents are Quinn Bruns of Tampico and Dennis and Korina Nichols of Princeton.

Maternal great-grandparents are Doug Wetzell of Deer Grove, Jerry and Rita Beranek of Rock Falls, and Ida Staelens of Sterling.

Paternal great-grandparents are Jack and Judy Kuelper of Wyanet.

Myla Jade Berkeley Nicholas and Ashley Berkeley of Greenwood, Indiana, are the parents of a daughter born at 6:18 p.m.

Feb. 23, 2016.

Myla Jade Berkeley weighed 7 pounds, 11 ounces at birth and was 21 inches in length.

She is welcomed by Rowan, 4, and Quinn, 2.

Maternal grandmother is Marilyn Clouser of Brownsburg, Indiana.

Paternal grandparents are Rich and Lavonne Berkeley of Byron.

Paternal great-grandmothers are Beverly Faber of Sublette and Monica Berkeley of Franklin Grove.

STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION PRESIDENT

THANK GOODNESS

Thankful for help when it was needed

Kambry Lynn Folkers.

Maternal grandparents are Lynn and Ted Heffelfinger of Sterling.

Paternal grandparents are Dianna and Brad Folkers of Sterling.

Maternal great-grandparents are Martha Malloy and Ken and Theresa Heffelfinger, all of Sterling, and Larry and Lynda Malloy of Decatur.

Paternal great-grandparents are Maria Wright and Clara and Vern Barnhart, all of Rock Falls.

green eggs and ham spoon race, and guess the fish.

Drawings for hardcover Dr. Seuss books, snacks, and prizes were provided throughout the night. Seuss characters were present for families to bring a camera and snap a photo. In addition to Dr. Seuss Night, special activities were held during the week. On Friday, the students attended an assembly, participating in chants and songs. The Honorable Judge Jacobson led the students in the “readers’ oath.” The students also made Seuss hats and participated in other fun classroom activities.

The committee would like to thank Dixon Public Schools, Mrs. Empen, Mr. Gould, Dixon Education Association, Bud LeFevre of Distinctive Gardens, Key Club, KSB Wellness Program, Judge Jacobson, guest readers, and staff members for supporting this activity.

Paige Davis (center), an accounting-business management double major at Upper Iowa University in Fayette, Iowa, was elected Feb. 25 as the president of the UIU Student Government Association. With Davis are (from left) Brianna Fenton of Crystal Lake, secretary; Mikayla Hand of Alburnett, Iowa, treasurer; Ashley Beringer of Worthington, Iowa, vice president; and Kelsey Sanders of Sumner, Iowa, extension officer. Davis is a member of the UIU School of Business Student Advisory Board and Peacock cross-country and track teams.

She also is involved with Phi Beta Lambda, and is a member of Gamma Delta Phi sorority. Photo submitted by the school.

COLLEGE NEWS UW – Milwaukee MILWAUKEE – Jacob L. Kleveland and Jennifer L. Rogers, both of Mount Morris; and Cherise E. Cerocke of West Brooklyn have been named to the fall dean’s list at the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee.

Educators of Beauty performed traditional Megan Ross of Franklin Grove and Haley Knalsen of Dixon have graduated from Educators of Beauty.

Augustana College ROCK ISLAND – Samuel Dunklau of Paw Paw

spirituals, chants, and contemporary works to tell the story and process of social justice with the Augustana Choir on March 11 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Davenport, Iowa.

The concert marked the

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WAUKESHA, Wis. – Bryce Shaner of Lanark and Ronni Miller of Shannon were named to the fall dean’s list at Carroll University.

MILWAUKEE – Kaitlyn Liebing of Amboy, Kassandra Paul of Byron, Zion Little of Rock Falls, and Callie Sinn of Sterling have been named to the fall dean’s list at Marquette University.

NOTRE DAME, Ind. – Melissa Fitzpatrick of Mount Carroll, Linnea Larson of Sterling, and Emma Brousseau of Walnut were named to the fall dean’s list at Saint Mary’s College.

Dixon Rotary Club, noon, lower level, St. Luke Episcopal Church, 221 W. Third St., Dixon.

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, closed, Big Book; 6 p.m., closed, Spanish; 7 p.m., open, beginners, Bazaar Americana, 609 W. Third St., Sterling.

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, open, St. Paul Lutheran Church, 114 S. Fifth St., Oregon.

Sauk Valley Alcoholics Anonymous Group, noon, open, Sunshine meeting, back door, 1503 First Ave., Suite D, Rock Falls.

Crochet-Knitting Club, 12:30 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling.

American Red Cross blood drive and Delete Blood Cancer bone marrow testing, 12:30-5:30 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 506 W. Third St., Dixon. Blood donation appointments: 815-284-6732, 815288-6265, or 800-733-2767.

The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary, 1 p.m., 409 Avenue F, Sterling, 815-625-1622.

Whiteside County Society for the Blind and Visually Impaired, 1:30 p.m., Coventry Village, 612 W. 23rd St., Sterling.

TOPS, 4 p.m. weigh-in, 4:30 p.m. meeting; 5:30 p.m. weigh-in, 6 p.m. meeting, Hub City Senior Center,

401 Cherry Ave., Rochelle.

TOPS Chapter IL 634 meeting, 4:30 p.m., 205 S. Walnut St., Franklin Grove.

TOPS, 5 p.m. weigh-in, 5:30 p.m. meeting, Polo Church of the Brethren, 401 S. Congress Ave., Polo, 815-946-3638.

Celebrate Recovery, 6-8 p.m., 201 W. Market St., Morrison, 815590-8929.

Celebrate Recovery, 6-8 p.m., New Hope Baptist Church, 902 W. 12th St., Rock Falls; John Mattingly, 815-631-3896.

Celebrate Recovery, 6-8 p.m., Revive Community Church, 8 E. Front St., Mount Morris, 815-9940428.

Rock Falls Rotary, 6 p.m., Beelendorf’s Deli, 204 W. 10th St., Rock Falls.

Rock Falls Boy Scout Troop 306, 6:30-8 p.m., fellowship hall, Harvest Time Bible Church, 1802 Dixon Ave., Rock Falls.

Rock Falls Optimist Club, 6:30 p.m., Candlelight Inn, 2200 First Ave., Rock Falls.

Rock River Interfaith Peace Action Group, 7 p.m., Wesley United Methodist Church, 2200 16th Ave., Sterling, 815-625-4657, public welcome.

Mount Carroll Monday Night

Al-Anon-Alateen, 7 p.m., Church of God, 816 Clay St., Mount Carroll.

815-284-3444.

Lee-Whiteside Chapter of the American Diabetes Association, 7 p.m., Ryberg Auditorium, CGH Medical Center, 100 E. LeFevre Road, Sterling.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, 808 Freeport Road, Sterling.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., open, Immanuel Lutheran Church, 960 N. U.S. Route 52, Amboy.

Tampico Lions Club, 7 p.m., Good Times, 106 N. Main St., Tampico, 815-438-2789.

Sauk Valley Al-Anon GroupAlateen, 7 p.m., back door, 1503 First Ave., Suite D, Rock Falls.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, step study, Church of St. Anne, 401 N. Cherry St., Morrison.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, study, Elim Reformed Church parsonage, 140 S. Church Road, Kings.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7:30 p.m., closed, Eells Room, St. Luke Episcopal Church, 207 W. Third St., Dixon.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., closed (3), First Presbyterian Church, 502 Third St., Savanna.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., open, 217 N. Hickory St., Shannon.

p.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, 815-732-3252.

Pinochle, 12:30-3 p.m., Big Room, Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-622-9230.

Duplicate bridge, 12:30 p.m., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon.

Mexican Train dominoes, 12:30 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-622-9230.

Rummy, 1 p.m., Robert Fulton Community Center and Transit Facility, 912 Fourth St., Fulton, 815-589-3925.

Tacos, 4-8 p.m., Latin American Social Club, 2708 W. Fourth St., Sterling, 815-625-8290.

Exercise group, 4 p.m., Robert Fulton Community Center and Transit Facility, 912 Fourth St., Fulton, 815-589-3925.

Loaves and Fishes, 5-6 p.m., Holloway Center, St. Patrick Catholic Church, 612 Highland Ave., Dixon, 815-284-7719. A free, hot meal for the needy.

Sauk Valley Chess Club, 6:308:30 p.m., Northland Mall, 2900 E. Lincolnway, Sterling; 815-6228838.

end of the choir’s Feb. 19-25 tour of California.

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SUPPORT GROUPS, CLUBS, AND SERVICES Today American Red Cross blood drive, 7-11 a.m., 112 W. Second St., Rock Falls. Appointments: 815625-0382.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 9 a.m., closed, Big Book, United Methodist Church, 201 E. Chicago Ave., Davis Junction.

Alcoholics Anonymous Gratitude Group, 9 a.m., open; noon, open; 6 p.m., open, lower level, Loveland Community House, 513 W. Second St., Dixon.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 9:30 a.m., closed, former St. Anne Grade School, 32 N. Jones Ave., Amboy, 815-857-2315.

Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous, 10:30 a.m., closed; 7 p.m., closed, 808 Freeport Road, Sterling.

Sauk Valley Alcoholics Anonymous Group, noon, open, Old Timers; 7 p.m., open, family fun night, bring a friend, back door, 1503 First Ave., Suite D, Rock Falls.

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, open; 7 p.m., closed, (5) Bazaar Americana, 609 W. Third St., Sterling.

Narcotics Anonymous Hope Without Dope, noon, in the back of Lutheran Social Services of Illinois, 1901 First Ave., Sterling,

815-535-3748.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, First Presbyterian Church, 1100 Calvin Road, Rochelle.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., steps, traditions, closed, Village of Progress, 710 S. 13th St., Oregon.

Sunday Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 a.m., closed; noon, open; 1 p.m., closed, Spanish; 7 p.m., closed, Bazaar Americana, 609 W. Third St., Sterling.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 10 a.m., open, barn, Horizon View Farm, 2422 N. River Road, Oregon.

Sauk Valley Alcoholics Anonymous Group, 10 a.m., open, Big Book; 7 p.m., open, veterans; back door, 1503 First Ave., Suite D, Rock Falls.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 6 p.m., closed, Church of St. Anne, 401 N. Cherry St., Morrison.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, Spanish, St. Patrick Catholic Church, 236 Kelly Drive, Rochelle.

Alcoholic Anonymous, 7 p.m., open, Rochelle Community Hospital, 900 N. Second St., Rochelle.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, 808 Freeport Road, Sterling.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m.,

closed, clearance required, BAAbble on for Life Prison Group, 815-9736150.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7:30 p.m., closed, 304 Seventh Ave. W, Lyndon.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., closed (4), Mount Morris Senior Center, 9 E. Front St. Monday Childhood immunization clinic; women, infants and children clinic; and family planning services, Lee County Health Department, 309 S. Galena Ave., Suite 100, Dixon.

Appointments: 815-284-3371.

Abuse Changing team, 815-6250338.

Blood pressure screenings, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Whiteside County Health Department, 1300 W. Second St., Rock Falls, 815-626-2230.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 a.m., open, Methodist church, 402 First Ave., Forreston.

Veterans Affairs representative, 9:30 a.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, 815-732-3252.

Alcoholics Anonymous Gratitude Group, noon, step, closed; 6 p.m., open, lower level, Loveland Community House, 513 W. Second St., Dixon.

COMMUNITY EVENTS Today Farmers Market, 8 a.m.-noon, Twin City Market, indoors, 106 Avenue A, Sterling, 815-6268610.

Easter egg hunt, up to 12 years old, 10:30 a.m., That Place on Palmyra, 628 Palmyra Road, Dixon.

Easter egg hunt, 2-12 years old, 11 a.m., Sugar Grove School and Church, 352 Timber Creek Road, Dixon.

Wright family annual Easter egg hunt, noon, all ages, open to public, Richmond Park, intersection of East Fifth Avenue and East

Fourth Street, Lyndon.

Dixon Park District Easter egg hunt, 1 p.m., up to 12 years olds, Wooden Wonderland and soccer fields on Washington Avenue.

Sunday There are no events today.

Monday Open pool, open cards, Wii games (call ahead), and computer lab, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-622-9230.

Open pool, open cards, open Wii games and computer lab, 8

a.m.-4 p.m., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815-288-9236.

Pool players, 8:30 a.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, 815-732-3252.

Wii Bowling, 9 a.m.; Mexican Train dominoes, 9 a.m.; and cards, 10 a.m. and noon, Hub City Senior Center, 401 Cherry Ave, Rochelle, 815-562-5050.

Kings on Corner cards, 9 a.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815622-9230.

Quilting, 9:30 a.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon,

815-732-3252.

Euchre lessons and games, 10 a.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling. Register: 815-622-9230 or 828-461-7979.

Zumba class, 10:30 a.m., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815-288-9236.

Lunch, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815622-9230.

Organized Wii Bowling games, noon, Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon.

Hand and Foot cards, 12:15

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Couple planning for future can’t agree Dear Abby: I have been dating my boyfriend for 2 years. He is applying to graduate school, while I am applying to medical school. He’s wonderful, and we talk often about marriage and our future.

Both of us have student loan debt, which we are working aggressively to pay down, pulling long hours at work.

My problem is, he thinks nothing of planning weekslong, extravagant vacations for us. I make twice what he does, but I prefer saving for the obvious debt in my future and taking shorter, lessexpensive vacations. He relies on his “strategic financial planning” to

dearABBY Dear Abby is written

by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips. The column is provided through Universal Uclick.

compensate for his “I want it all, and I want it now” personality.

When I express my hesitancy to go on these long trips based on my personal finances, he offers to pay for everything, which makes me feel like a cheapskate, since I could technically

pay for us both easily. Am I unreasonable in saying I’m uncomfortable with either of us spending thousands of dollars that would be better spent setting up our future together?

– Vacation Scrooge Dear Scrooge: Oh, how I wish you had revealed more information about your boyfriend’s “strategic financial planning” because I’m sure many people would be very interested. However, if he’s investing in the stock market, he should know that it’s like an elevator – investments not only can go up, but they also can come down, and there are

no guarantees regarding investment results.

Before this relationship goes further, I urge you and your boyfriend to seek not only couples counseling, but also financial counseling. Few things are more destructive to a marriage than money woes, and you both need someone to explain exactly what the philosophy of “I want it all, and I want it now” will mean for your future.

Dear Abby: I’m having a problem with my boyfriend’s friend “Chuck.”

Chuck constantly does things like open a door on me (which has left bruises), run into me

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“by accident” (which caused me to trip), or “accidentally” push me into the water. My boyfriend already knows I have strong reservations about his friend’s character, and it upsets him because Chuck is a childhood friend.

I don’t like to bring it up as often as these incidents occur, but I’m worried that one day I’ll finally lose my temper and be accused of making a big deal out of nothing when it’s obviously something. How can I make Chuck stop before something happens?

– Uncomfortable in California

Dear Uncomfortable: Has it occurred to you that Chuck may be jealous of the time you and his friend spend together, and may be punishing you because he feels you have taken his friend away from him? I suggest this because that’s the way he has been acting – literally trying to “push” you out of the picture. I see nothing wrong with telling your boyfriend about everything Chuck has “accidentally” done to you, and then letting him deal with his friend’s insecurities.

Contact Dear Abby at DearAbby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069.

PASTOR’S CORNER

Finishes lead to new starts

Tampico Lions Club members packed 400 plastic eggs with candy and money worth $200 for its annual Easter egg walk on March 19. Displaying the eggs are (from left) Terry Gaskill, Ron Church, John Earl Coers, Connie Mikles, Pastor Leanne Keate, the Easter Bunny, Duane Thompson, Gary Johnson, David Manon, and Larry Ebersohl. Not pictured is Al Wildman. Photos submitted by Terry Gaskill.

Forty-two children took part in the walk. Their ages ranged from those in preschool to those in fifth grade.

Easter is early this year, and many Christians view it as an ending. And yet, Scripture calls us to envision Easter as a beginning.

A wise friend once made the comment, “In life, what looks like an ending is always a beginning.” And since much of our life after Easter is charged with meaning, we should look to the future with hope, with excitement.

Easter is at the core of our faith.

Life and Christian ministry are filled with surprises. The ministry is unpredictable. As followers of Christ, we learn to analyze the past, manage the present, plan for the future.

Sometimes what looks like an ending is actually a beginning. Can you reflect on an experience that seemed like an ending, but led to a new beginning – high school or college graduation, getting married, starting a new job, or starting a family?

In Colossians 3:2-3, we find these words: “Set your mind on things above, not on things on earth, for you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God.” Paul calls us to seek the things that are above. However, it is difficult to seek the things above when we are disillusioned about

allenCAMPBELL The Rev. Allen Campbell is the pastor of First Congregational Church in Rock Falls.

life and our ministry. But stay with me. There has to be an above. If there is not an above, if the dead are not raised, Paul writes, “Eat and drink, for tomorrow we die.”

It is tough to seek the things above, but one thing that is even tougher – to make our way through life, through the work of a Christian, if there is no “above.” But there is more to life than to this life. C.S. Lewis said, “Aim at heaven, and you’ll get earth thrown in. Aim at earth, and you’ll get neither.”

When we are tempted to get bogged down in the things of this world, the dysfunction of the moment, the crisis of the day, there is good news for us.

It’s the good news of Easter. it comes as a gift from the God of surprises, the God who created new beginnings out of endings, life out of death.

We are invited to seek the things that are above.

Lift up your hearts.

IN BRIEF Performance to feature message

Tampico’s 2016 Royalty, Queen Rianna Thomas (from left), Princess Callegih Thompson, the Easter Bunny, Prince Ryder Smith, and King Auden Newman also participated in the walk. Tampico Branch Bank of Kewanee Peoples National Bank donated a book of $20 Bunny Bucks that was won by Tinley Swertfeger and $10 Bunny Bucks won by Damon Lyford. The Lions also donated two $5 cash prizes won by Thomas and Andrew Livingston.

Center programs include trivia evening DIXON – PrestonSchilling Funeral Home will give information on funeral and cremation pre-planning at 5:30 p.m.

April 11 at Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St. Participants can ask questions about the importance of making arrangements in advance, cremation, and what services are right for them.

Light snacks will be provided.

Other events at the center are: A program on memory care and cognition will be presented at 3:30 p.m.

April 25. Jill Horn will introduce memory techniques and strategies for increasing memory. Reservations are requested; call the center at 815-2889236.

Sign-in will be at 5:30 p.m. May 24 for the fourth annual Battle of the Brains Trivia Night in the Post House Ballroom. The competition will start at 6.

Door prizes, a 50-50 raffle with tickets at $1 each or $5 for six, light snacks, and a cash bar are planned. Prizes will be awarded for the winning team, lowest score, and best team name.

The format is eight categories with eight questions each. Cost is $12 per person, with teams of up to six people.

Registration is underway; email Jennifer Lang at lccoalang@gmail.com or call the center.

Also contact Lang if more team members are needed. Proceeds benefit Lee County Council on Aging.

STERLING – Musicians from Rock Falls and Sterling churches will sing at the second Easter Sing-Spiration concert at 3 p.m. April 3 at Messiah Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1601 Avenue F. The event will feature soloists and ensembles, and an Easter message.

A dessert fellowship will follow. The public is welcome.

For more information, call Steven Whitney, director of music at Messiah, at 815-625-2284.

Blood donors wanted Monday DIXON – St. Patrick Catholic Women’s Club and Dixon Knights of Columbus have planned an American Red Cross blood drive for 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. Monday at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 506 W. Third St. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are preferred. To sign up to donate blood, visit redcrossblood.org or call Carol Jones at 815284-6732, Don Trent at 815-288-6265, or the

Red Cross at 800-7332767.

Delete Blood Cancer will be there to provide bone marrow testing. The marrow test takes about 5 minutes.

Appointments are not necessary.

Chief hands out membership pin MANLIUS – Manlius Fire Department met in March at the fire hall. Robert Reglin, president, conducted the meeting, with 12 members present.

Aaron Roush, fire chief, presented Anthony Dunn with his membership badge. Zac Nutter and Roush won attendance awards.

In other business, eight members completed CPR training. Manlius Day will be Aug. 6, and the department will have a drawdown. Members are selling tickets.

The next training meeting will be at 6:30 p.m.

Monday at the fire hall on Maple Avenue.

The next regular meeting will be at 6:30 p.m.

April 14 at the hall. The lunch committee will be Justin Doty and Mitch Doty.

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Proficiency award contest results announced GENESEO – Daniel Hartman, Jacob Casey, Cassie Johnson, and Tom Knight, all West Carroll High School FFA members from Savanna, each won District I FFA Proficiency Awards.

The Career Development Event was March 9 at Geneseo High School.

Hartman won in wildlife production and management, Casey in agriculture mechanics energy systems, Johnson in food service, and Knight in emerging ag technologies. Hartman also won the District I Star AgriBusiness Award.

The group will compete Friday and April 2 at the state FFA Proficiency Awards CDE at the University of Illinois – Champaign West Carroll winners in the Supervised Agricultural Experience category were Natalie

Shaw, equine science entrepreneurship; Bailey Durward, forage production; Tessa Ehlers, veterinary sciences; Josie Anderson, agriculture sales placement; Natalie O’Connor, specialty crop production; and Sage Storjohann, agriculture mechanics design and fabrication.

To compete for a proficiency award, each member must complete at least one SAE record book, type an evaluation form, and interview in front of a panel of judges.

The judges select the winner by combining the scores of the SAE record books and the interview.

West Carroll judges were Katie and Jason Johnson, Don Metz, Fred Tipton, Andrew Durward, Curtis Breuning, Jack Nickels, and Art Houzenga.

West Carroll High School FFA members from Savanna competed March 9 at the District I FFA Proficiency Awards at Geneseo High School. They are (from left) Cassie Johnson, Natalie Shaw, Natalie O’Connor, Josie Anderson, and Bailey Durward; and (back row) Jacob Casey, Daniel Hartman, Sage Storjohann, Tom Knight, and Contessa Ehlers. Photo submitted by Don Mathey.

West Carroll team fares well in mechanics competition SAVANNA – The Section 1 FFA Ag Mechanics Career Development Event was March 10 at West Carroll High School. Thirty-seven individuals competed on nine teams.

Participating high schools were: Eastland in Lanark, 389.75; Dakota, 387.25; West Carroll in Savanna, 378; Forreston, 283; Le-Win in Lena, 260; River Ridge in Hanover, 222; Scales Mound, 213.75; and Stockton, 185.

Top scores were: Electricity: Cody Welling, Dakota, 96; Austin Poffenberger, Eastland, 95; Jordan McLane, River Ridge, 92; Luke Jones, West Carroll, 82; Morghan Scace, Le-Win Power: Tristan Scott West Carroll 74; Dylan Sef-

ford, Dakota, 74; Sawyer Wild, Forreston, 74; Steven Deininger, Stockton, 72; Ryan Schiess, Scales Mound, 70 Welding: Mitchell Prowart, West Carroll, 94; Aaron Metz, Forreston, 76; Charlie Elliott, Dakota, 65; Dan Offenheiser, Stockton, 63; Jillyn Ruter, Eastland, 61 Carpentry: Anthony DiModica, Dakota, 77.25; Brock Gobeli, Le-Win, 74.25; Connor Erbsen, Eastland, 73.75; Wyatt Potter, River Ridge, 72; Daniel Hartman, West Carroll, 65 Surveying: Tyler Dambman, Eastland, 98; Curtis Fay-Wolf, Dakota, 75; Emily Suiter, WC, 63; Jacob Green, Forreston, 46; Kendra Snyder, LW, 36

West Carroll High School Ag Mechanics team members from Savanna participated in the March 10 Career Development Event. Taking third place are (from left) Daniel Hartman, Luke Jones, Mitchell Prowant, Tristan Scott, and Emily Suiter. Prowant and Scott each won their areas of welding and power. Photo submitted by Don Mathey.

IN BRIEF Dabbling activities hit in Oregon OREGON – More than 65 youth participated in the 4-H Day of Dabbling on Feb. 27 at Oregon Church of God. Youth, 5-15, explored numerous areas of hands-on 4-H project work.

Participants chose three of the 18 workshops offered, including visual arts, woodworking, scrapbooking, rockets, and science; and took home melted crayon art, pillows, birdhouses, and sidewalk chalk.

4-H volunteers conducted the workshops. Presenters were Stan Eden, Mark Eden, Catherine Byers, Abby Mongan, Grace Mongan, Anna Ring, Johnathan Prose, and Jacob Ebens, all of Oregon; Natalie Carlson of Byron; Megan Ackland, Carley Ackland, and Callie Ackland, all of Rochelle; Kera Baumgartner of Dubuque, Iowa; Kallista McIntyre, Kelly Stranberg, and Julia Heller, Ogle County

science ambassadors; and Jodi Baumgartner, Johnna Jennings, and Josefa Garcia, University of Illinois Extension staff.

Assisting in a variety of ways were Matthew Hickey of Davis Junction; Rachel Toth of Stillman Valley; Kelly Stranberg and Olivia Stranberg, both of Oregon; and Katelyn Ackland of Rochelle.

the week of April 26.

The triploid grass carp deadline is April 14, and all others are due by April 25.

Fish species include channel catfish, hybrid sunfish, large mouth bass, bluegill, black crappie, redear, triploid grass carp, and flathead minnows. Sizes and prices vary from 4 to 6 inches to 8 to 11 inches, depending on species. The Whiteside County costs range from 70 cents each to $69 per pound; tree, fish orders due 8- to 10-inch and larger The Whiteside County Soil channel catfish cannot be bagged; buyers must bring and Water Conservation a clean container, such as District tree and fish sale a plastic trash can, with ends soon. pond water to transport the The deadline to order fish. trees is Thursday. TransPayment, payable to plant varieties include American plum, white pine, Whiteside County SWCD, Colorado blue spruce, and 16255 Liberty St., Morrison, IL 61270, is due Murphy spruce. Seedlings when placing an order. Fish include Dogwood shrubs, delivery and pickup will be white oak, and red oak.

Prices range from $8.40 to at 10:30 a.m. May 2 at the $36.75. Other tree supplies office. For more informaand special orders also are tion, call the office at 815772-2124, ext. 3. available. Trees will arrive

1st Farm honors employee NORMAL – Penny Lauritzen is among the top 10 distinguished honorees recognized nationally through Farm Credit 100 Fresh Perspectives.

According to the news release, a search to identify and honor 100 leader, who are changing rural communities and agriculPenny ture for the Lauritzen better, was formed.

Lauritzen of Lanark was awarded in the mentor and volunteerism category for her creation and continued leadership on the Women Changing the Face of Agriculture Conference.

The 1-day event was geared to encourage young women to pursue careers in agriculture March 15, National Ag Day, in Washington, D.C.

Lauritzen, who works as a farm manager and consultant, will receive $10,000 to help further her contributions to rural communities and agriculture, and will be recognized at a national Farm Credit event in June. Go to farmcredit100. com/top100 to view the complete list of winners.

The Normal-based company also reported net earnings of more than $90 million and an increase of more than 10 percent in crop insurance acres insured.

“1st Farm Credit Services is successful because of the success of our clientowners,” Gart Ash, CEO and board president, said.

“Our strong financial position and dedicated team of experts allow us to provide financial support and guidance to our clients to help them succeed.”

Also reported was an $18 million payout to eligible

stockholders. The 10th year of the program marks $74 million returned to client-owners.

Go to 1stfarmcredit.com to view the report.

In other news, four Farm Credit organizations are pledging 3 years of support for an initiative dedicated to developing a plan to enable Illinois to become a leading global hub for food and agriculture system innovation and to address global and local food insecurity by 2025.

Working together, 1st Farm Credit Services, CoBank, AgriBank, and Farm Credit Illinois, are committing $100,000 each year to FARM Illinois, also known as the Food and Agriculture RoadMap for Illinois.

1st Farm Credit Services covers the northern 42 counties of Illinois, while Farm Credit Illinois services the southern 60 counties of the state.

HONOR ROLL Montmorency School, Rock Falls

Easton Morgan, Mallory Pinske, Alaina Schreiner, Devin Schultz, Cadence Stonitsch, High Honors Hailey Vos Third grade: Marissa Seventh grade: Luke Bliefnick, Dena Cox, Maken- Akerman, Tyler Buckingham, zie Doane, Briar Ivey, Ajay Madelyn Cochran, Ainsleigh Kobbeman, Mason Landes, Hendrix, Joshua Howard, Cole Morgan, Maddison Jordan Morthland, Cara Morgan, Braxton Nelson, Orban, Jadyn Osborne, Hunter Steinhagen, Aubrey Savannah Pinske, Peyton Vickers, Brendan Vos, Lucas Ward, Madison Wescott Wilcox, Kenedi Woodyatt Eighth grade: Madison Fourth grade: Claire BickArickx, Alaura Busch, Emma ett, Grace Boostrom, Maison Frank, Lilian Gaulrapp, Audra Brandt, Mayson Burns, Goff, Evan Laws, Alyssa Ava Henson, Zoe Henson, Mathews, Lauren Moeller, Carli Kobbeman, Sophia Moeller, Olivia Osborne, Tay- Erin Porter, Josie Rank, Jared Rasmussen, Spencer lor Reyna, Denali Stonitsch, Schutz, Shannon Weir, Cindy Nicolette Udell Williams, Abby Workman Fifth grade: Paetyn Honors Adams, Makenna Arickx, Third grade: Porter Alba, Jordan Bryant, Molly Hackbarth, Brooke Howard, Aidan Kirsten Bliefnick, Tristan Busch, Isaac Duchay, PresKobbeman, Makenzi Parks, Brady Richards, Jacee Sigel, ley O’Bryant, Stefany Vega, Dylan Presley O’Bryant, SteKalina Sommer, Lilyana fany Vega, Dylan Wescott Spotts, Montana Sutton Fourth grade: Bria Cross, Sixth grade: Peyton Burns, Jayce Eriks, Aydan Goff, Bryce Devers, Meg Frank, Elisabeth Megli, Carmindy Cara Goff, Matthew Megli,

Ordean, Colby Ward Fifth grade: Paige Bontz, Darien Huggins, Alicia LeFevre, Emily Lego, Jaron Russell, Ezmeralda Vega, Nicholas Vickers, Jace Yanes Sixth grade: Brady Baker, Haley Bush, Booker Cross, Emma Cunniff, Calin Gaulrapp, Hailey Gibson, Trey Henry, Aidan Langley, Breanna Morgan, Autumn Nelson, Dawson Newendyke, Owen Pillars, Alexandra Royer, Shayla Schmall, Alexzandria Wilsey, Katie Witherow Seventh grade: Connor Bryant, Trevor Driessens, Cheyenne Duchay, Jeriah George, Avery Johnson, Cailin Kyarsgaard, Caleb Mays, Alexa Reynolds, Tyler Richards, Conner Sutton, Cadence Wheat, Logan Young Eighth grade: Jalen Bickett, Megan Christensen, Camryn Johnson, Elise Moeller, Devon Parker, Perry Ports, Whitney Schwindenhammer

Farmers market rules offered DeKALB – An informational meeting on farmers market rules and regulations will be from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. April 8 in the Blank Slate Room at DeKalb County Community Outreach Building on the DeKalb County Health Facility campus, 2500 N. Annie Glidden Road.

According to a news release, increased product diversity at more farmers markets is a great thing for shoppers seeking local foods, but it also means that more attention will be paid to keeping those consumers safe and healthy.

As farmers markets continue to grow in popularity and visibility, they are attracting more producers with a wider variety of farm-fresh goods for sale.

As such, farmers market vendors in the state have

some new and updated regulations with which they need to be familiar.

“Local food producers have a great reputation for providing consumers with fresh, tasty, wholesome products,” said Andy Larson, local foods and small farms educator for the University of Illinois Extension.

“We should all work to keep that reputation by staying up-to-date on the guidelines that maximize safety and transparency for our customers.”

The program will be presented by extension educators, Marilyn Csernus, nutrition and wellness; Larson; Grant McCarty, local foods and small farms; and DeKalb County Health Department personnel, Greg Maurice, director of health protec-

tion and Dawn Nance, food inspector.

Topics will include: Updated Cottage Food Law, including what prepared products can be legally sold at a farmers market Illinois Farmers Markets Food Product Sampling certification, including sanitation guidelines and how to get trained Transparency provisions for displaying origin of products being sold at farmers markets Requirements for safe transport and sanitary handling of “potentially hazardous foods” The cost is $5. Go to go.illinois.edu/farmersmarketregs to register by April 5. For more information, call the Ogle County Extension office at 815732-2191.

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Demand has risen in new chocolate markets COCOA

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“We set our price for [chocolate] rabbits months ago,” said Tom Vande Walle, one of the family owners of Vande Walle’s Candies Inc. in Appleton, near Green Bay. He said consumers might see an increase of 5 or 10 cents for some chocolate rabbits this year compared with a year ago.

“It didn’t go up drastically because the last time we signed a contract, chocolate hadn’t gone up that much from the previous contract,” he said. “It’s more important what the price is when we get to the end of the contract and what the forecast is going forward for us.”

At Niemann’s Candies Inc. in suburban Milwaukee, chocolate rabbit prices are the same this year as last year, said Jim Niemann, company president, although he’s well aware of the direction of prices of chocolate ingredients.

“When we go into next year, that could be another story,” Niemann said.

“If this trend continues and we’re still getting this upward pressure, that’s when the prices have to be adjusted.”

And, that upward pres-

• About 100 million chocolate bunnies will be made for Easter this year in the United States.

• Two-thirds of Americans prefer solid vs. hollow chocolate bunnies.

• 89 percent of Americans say the proper way to eat a chocolate bunny is to start with the ears.

• 6 percent of Americans say they eat the feet first.

• 5 percent of Americans eat the tail first.

Source: National Confectioners Association 2014 national survey of 1,270 Americans

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Chocolate Irish Minis are seen for sale at Ultimate Confections in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. sure could well be a conreally pushed prices up tinuing trend. In 2015, over the course of the past the International Cocoa few years,” Breitinger said.

Organization said the Demand for cocoa also weather in West Africa has been climbing in had been the driest in Brazil, Eastern Europe 35 years. Cocoa plants and India, according to require lots of water and the International Cocoa humidity or their bean Organization. production falls.

“Chocolate is one of the Plant disease, along most popular food prodwith the threat of Ebola ucts among all age groups in West Africa, has furof people. … The rise in ther complicated things. demand for dark choco“There’s been a lot going late is a promising trend on with cocoa in the past emerging in the market. few years,” Breitinger said. Many research studies As production has indicate that dark chocoslipped, demand for late can improve cognicocoa has risen in China tive function and blood and other new chocoflow. Also, dark chocolate late markets that have is rich in soluble fiber, seen double-digit sales iron, magnesium, copper, increases. potassium and phospho“China has gotten a taste rous,” according to the for chocolate, and that has Global Chocolate Market caused some fundamental 2015-2019 report from the shifts in the market. The firm Research and Mardemand from China has kets, based in Ireland.

Business owner will also hold workshops in store ROOTS

Submitted

Amy Nicklaus can’t wait to welcome customers to her new business, Rustic Roots, when it opens in May. The store will offer handmade home decor, such as this Mason jar welcome sign. other things. They’ve “I can bring in women been held at Ginkgo Tree and I show them how to in Dixon and Livengood’s make something,” she Barn in Chadwick, but said. “It depends on what now they will be held in people want to do each her shop. week.”

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“I’ve done tons of first haircuts,” she said laughing. “That can be a challenge!”

Slack also collects the tools of her trade. She has a chair that the late barber, Earl Avey of Mount Morris, bought in 1929.

Also on display in her shop is Avery’s cash register and a cabinet

full of shaving mugs and brushes.

The cash register goes up to $1, and a receipt she found in the drawer shows Avey bought it used in 1929.

Another cabinet recently made for her by a customer displays more barber shop memorabilia, and she has straight razors mounted on old barn boards.

Slack said she especially likes her present location on Fourth Street because of the visibility and con-

venience for customers.

Many customers come to her from the restaurant just across the street, and many times during the summer, people passing through town come in for a trim.

Looking back on her career, Slack can’t help but smile.

“I wanted to cut hair but didn’t want to do hair, so I went to barber college instead of beauty school, and I’m so glad I did,” she said.

Overspending linked to immaturity RAMSEY

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What causes overspending?

Dear Dave, In your opinion, what causes overspending?

– Kristin Dear Kristin, Overspending is, 100

ing and waiting and waiting, and finally I am getting a load in Tuesday,” said Jim Fetzer, owner of Northern Chocolate in Milwaukee.

In contrast, Ultimate Confections Candy, outside the city, says it hasn’t had trouble getting chocolate, although

it has heard that prices have been fluctuating.

“We are lucky that it hasn’t affected us. As a small company, when it costs you more to make something, you have to pass that cost along to the customer,” said production manager Aaron Nikodem.

Astrograph ASTROGRAPH by Eugenia Last Sunday, March 27, 2016 Get with the program and make adjustments that will improve your life and future. Recognize and deal with any situation that is holding you back. Some of your relationships will need adjustments if you want to move forward without interference.

Make romance and love priorities.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Go over your spending habits and assess your financial situation before you decide to make a donation or invest in a joint venture. An impulsive move is likely to be costly.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Do something to show the way you feel.

Take a course that will encourage advancement or a change of profession. Personal improvements will pay off.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Deception and disillusionment are apparent. Don’t make decisions based on what others tell you. Rumors will lead to a bad choice. Rely on facts and back away from someone using emotional manipulation.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Do whatever is required to bring about

positive change. Make a suggestion that will bring you and a friend or loved one closer together. Your intuition will not lead you astray.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Take personal and professional matters seriously. Someone quite unexpected will make you look bad or thwart your chance to get ahead. Use intelligence and charm to bypass any snag you encounter.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Take the initiative and become a participant. The information you glean from the people you meet will help you find alternative ways to forge ahead. A celebration will lift your spirits.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Change your mind if you feel it’s the right thing to do. Don’t feel obliged to do what someone else wants if it doesn’t feel right. Conservative financial moves are favored.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Use your insight to help you deal with domestic situations. Personal gains will develop through an important relationship. Self-improvement is

apparent. Romance is in the stars.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Don’t confuse others by sending mixed signals. Stick to the truth and keep moving forward. A new partnership will offer you something you cannot refuse. Take a leap of faith.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- If you make plans with friends or family, it will bring you closer together. Accept the help offered by someone you’ve assisted in the past -- it will create equality in your relationship.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -You’ll come up with an idea that will allow you to use your talents to create a stir or bring in additional income. Self-improvement projects will bring good results.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Reconnecting with someone from your past will help you realize how you can turn a negative into a positive.

Romance will improve your personal life.

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Fellow Dixonite Jessica Bonnell, 22, a graphic designer with her own business, Jessica Bonnell Design, created Rustic Roots’ cute windmill-inspired logo, and also helps design some of the signs and other decor.

For now, Nicklaus plans to open Rustic Roots on Thursday through Saturday the first and third weeks of the month through August.

“At some point, I have to make my decor,” she said. “If I was open all the time, I would not have the time to make everything. Because I make my own stuff, I need the weekdays to make everything so I can actually sell it.”

Nicklaus also holds workshops in which she teaches people how to create such items, using Mason jars and old pallets, among

At least one Milwaukee chocolate business says that poor planning on the part of a large supplier has resulted in a lot of angst for some candy makers as they approach Easter.

“It’s a real mess, and it’s happened to people all over the United States. I have been on hold wait-

percent of the time, a choice. It’s a decision.

Most of the time it’s linked to immaturity, although there can be other issues at play.

People who habitually overspend are saying that they’re unwilling to act like a mature adult, and delay pleasure in order to win with money. This kind of thing is made even worse, because we

live in a culture fueled by extreme debt marketing. And when things like credit card offers are constantly in the face of immature people, those two things can combine to make a real mess.

Good question, Kristin.

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BOWLING FOR SPECIAL OLYMPICS Oregon High School boys and girls bowling teams, raised $1,504 for Special Olympics during a March 5-6 bowl-a-thon at Plum Hollow Bowling Center in Dixon. Team members (in no particular order), Kaylee Corbin, Victoria Barnhart, Emily Corbin, Alyson Scheidecker, Caitlyn Kaltenbrun, Abigail Scheidecker, Anna Head, Billy Paul, Austin Strite, Joe Miranda, AJ Nordman, Kyle Lundquist, Jacob Coleman, Alexandra Duncan, Maddie Bradfield, Derek Poole, and Justin Poole presented Debbie Kelly (front row, center), North West Illinois Special Olympics director, with the check. Photo submitted by Alan Nordman.

IN BRIEF Former Dixonite to be honored NEW YORK – Retired Air Force Col. Edward T. Rock will be recognized Wednesday with the 2016 Outstanding Aviator Award during The Wings Club Foundation’s annual meeting in New York.

Edward Rock Rock graduated from Dixon High School in 1950.

He enlisted in the Air Force in July 1950, and in March 1952, was accepted for pilot training in an experimental program established by the Air Force.

He retired from military service in 1977, with the rank of colonel. His awards include two Silver Stars, The Legion of Merit, three Distinguished Flying Crosses, and 16 Air Medals.

He returned to Dixon in 1977, and served as president of the Dixon Chamber of Commerce.

He also served as chief pilot and engineer test supervisor at Woods, and in 1983, began working at McDonnell Douglas in St. Louis, retiring in 1997, as manager of engineering.

BUDDY BAGS DONATION Now 84, he lives in Chesterfield, Missouri, with his wife, Joy.

Company changes board members MINNEAPOLIS – Consistent with the board’s long-term succession planning process and the promotion last year of Tod Carpenter to president and CEO, Donaldson Co. announced changes to its board of directors, effective April 1.

Bill Cook, executive chairman of the board, will retire from the board and the company. Jeff Noddle, lead director of the board, will become non-executive chairman of the board.

The board of directors also includes Andrew Cecere, Michael J. Hoffman, Douglas A. Milroy, Willard D. Oberton, James J. Owens, Ajita G. Rajendra, Trudy A. Rautio, and John P. Wiehoff.

Donaldson operates a plant in Dixon.

Employers sought for SVCC job fair DIXON – Sauk Valley Community College’s fourth annual Careers, Job Fair will be from 3 to 6 p.m. April 14 in the west mall of the campus,

173 state Route 2.

Area employers, hiring or not hiring, are sought; there is no cost to participate.

To reserve a space, for more information, or for a registration form, contact Anita Carney at anita.j.carney@svcc.edu or 815-380-6383 by April 1 to be added to the program.

Rotary to serve shrimp, chili meal The Dixon Rotary Club’s annual Community Shrimp Boil and Chili Bowl fundraiser will be from 5 to 8:30 p.m. April 2 at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 506 W. Third St. The proceeds are used to support club events and projects, including college scholarships.

The all-you-can-eat meal is $20 for adults, $5 for ages 6-12, and free for children 5 and younger.

Carry-out orders are available from 5 to 7:30.

The event also features a raffle with the drawing at 7:45 p.m. and auction items.

For more information or to order tickets, call Melissa Glessner at 815284-2587. The club meets at noon Mondays at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 221 W. Third St.

Oregon Healthcare Pharmacy and Doug Weaver recently donated to Buddy Bags of Dixon. With Weaver are (from left) Penny Crowe, Bev Pickering, and Joni Ehnen, all with Buddy Bags; and Michele Mongan with the pharmacy. Photo submitted by Charlene Huff.

BIBS FOR RESIDENTS

Lawn care season nears URBANA – Summer lawn care decisions should be made in early spring, according to Richard Hentschel, a University of Illinois Extension horticulture educator.

“By planning ahead, managing the lawn becomes easier,” said Hentschel.

“Decisions on lawn feeding and watering schedules will influence your lawn maintenance for the remainder of the season.”

For example, feeding the lawn and watering will change how often the lawn will need to be mowed. Watering can be helpful if feeding the lawn with organic fertilizers, but it is not required. If the lawn is only fertilized once in the season, it is best to apply the fertilizer in fall, when rain and cooler temperatures return.

“Lawns that receive limited or no feeding will not need to be

watered to take advantage of those feedings,” Hentschel said.

If the decision is made to keep the lawn green throughout the summer, there is a commitment to water the lawn beginning as the spring rains slow, in order to keep the lawn growing through the hot summer months.

“The lawn also will need to be fed, so the decision of watering and feeding go together,” Hentschel said.

Whether or not it is fed and watered, the lawn will need to be mowed more often during periods of vigorous active growth.

According to the news release, mower clippings should be left in place to recycle nutrients back into the lawn.

Many homeowners wonder how high to set the mower blade.

Research indicates that the taller the grass blade, the deeper the roots.

Deeper roots allow the lawn to resist drought damage and stay greener longer into the summer.

This is partly because the taller blade will shade the soil from the sun, keeping the soil cooler and conserving soil moisture.

“Setting the mower deck up just one notch can make a big difference,” Hentschel said.

“There are only a couple of times a year that the lawn should be cut slightly shorter: in the spring to clean up the lawn from the winter and when you are going to top-dress the lawn with black dirt or organic matter while it is actively growing.”

Hentschel’s mowing mantra is: “Mow high, mow often, with a sharp mower blade.”

For more information on home lawn care, visit illinois.edu/lawntalk/ index.cfm – the U of I Extension’s LAWNTalk website.

Kathy Kessel (standing), a Thrivent Financial member, presented 50 yellow bibs to residents at Aperion Care Amboy. Kessel and Sharon Brown, a Thrivent member, along with women of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Amboy participated in a Thrivent Action Team activity. They cut out and sewed the bibs at the church Jeanine Pitman, a Thrivent consultant, also participated. Photo submitted by Brown.

RELAY FOR LIFE FUNDRAISER Servers at Buffalo Wild Wings in Sterling, Relay For Life volunteers, and customers gathered for a group photo at the March 16 kickoff for Relay For Life of Whiteside County. Door prizes were awarded to five winners. Buffalo Wild Wings also donated 10 percent of all its food sales between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. to Relay For Life.

Go to relayforlife. org/whitesideil for more information on the relay. Photo submitted by Betty Clementz.

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How Austin rolls

Electric bike tour gives cyclists taste of city’s trendiest restaurants Tribune News Service photos

Participants, including Nicole Khalife (left), cycle across the boardwalk during the Rocket Electrics Foodie Tour on March 3 in Austin, Texas. The group, led by Leslie Luciano, biked between four different restaurants and bars.

BY PAM LEBLANC Tribune News Service

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hese cyclists don’t choke down PowerBars or Gatorade.

They’re not interested in going fast or finishing first. And Spandex shorts? Forget it.

Frankly, they prefer a slow-moving roll, fueled by bacon ravioli, glazed Brussels sprouts and trendy cocktails. As for appropriate gear, a dress and high-heeled boots will do just fine.

“I was a little bit scared, because I’m not the most coordinated person,” said Nicole Khalife of New York, who, along with her friend, Mary Kenney of Chicago, signed up for a foodie bike tour during a March trip to Austin, Texas.

After a quick instructional on how to use the candy-colored Pedego electric bikes (press the red button to turn it on; twist the throttle to get an electric boost; pedal if you’d rather use your own muscle), and a few minutes of practice behind Rocket Electrics bike shop, Khalife rolled down the boardwalk.

In all, six cyclists followed tour guide Leslie Luciano on the mostly flat and easy ride to four bars and restaurants around the city. Two others dropped out after one took a spill and hurt her knee early in the excursion.

“We’ll stick to trails and high-comfort roads,” Luciano announced as the group crossed the river at the First Street Bridge, then stopped in front of the Bonneville, a sleek bistro tucked behind a row of trees on West Cesar Chavez Street.

The riders parked out front, then settled in at a table reserved for them.

They nibbled salt cod fritters, ravioli filled with creamy bacon, and two kinds of thin-crust pizza.

Forty-five minutes later, they pushed off again, heading east down the Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail at Lady Bird Lake.

“The trade secret is restaurants,” Luciano said. She wouldn’t reveal them all, but said she works from a list of about 15 eateries, all locally

Khalife (left), Mary Kenney, Julie Vaden and Jennifer Walton eat at Bonneville during the Rocket Electrics Foodie Tour in Austin.

If you go ...

Rocket Electrics, 1608 E. Riverside Drive, offers themed electric bike tours around Austin. Cost for a 4-hour foodie tour starts at $88 per person and includes bike rental, food and restaurant tips. Drinks are extra.

Participants must be 16 and able to confidently ride a bicycle.

For more information, call 512-442-2453 or go to rocketelectrics.com.

Electric bikes line up outside Bonneville during the tour. sourced and organic, choosing destinations based on the cyclists’ food allergies and preferences. “There’s never a tour that’s exactly the same. We figure it out as we go.”

Tours start at 4 p.m. to take advantage of happy hour prices. But there’s an ulterior motive, too: Show customers that electric bikes offer a healthy and easy way to get around the city. Riders can get as much exer-

cise as they want, but a small electric motor takes the work out of hills. That makes riding in Austin a breeze, especially during hot summer months.

“You can talk all you want about electric bikes, but until you get on one ...,” Luciano said.

The pitch might have encouraged at least one member of this group to spend more time on a bicycle.

“It’s kind of given me motivation to get in

shape,” said Clarissa Lafirst of Ocala, Florida.

Lafirst and Julie Vaden scheduled a tour so they could stay active during a trip to Austin for a small book fair.

“I love food, and I just thought the exercise was a bonus,” Vaden said. “I like adventure.”

The group paused periodically to snap pictures or learn a little about the city’s history from Luciano. Then they pointed their handlebars

toward hip and highly rated Launderette on Holly Street, where diners gawked a little as the cyclists lined up their red, blue, orange and yellow cruisers in front of the patio.

“This is only our second stop,” Luciano warned as the bikers sampled house-made potato chips, roasted cauliflower, okra and something called soft egg toast, made with asparagus, truffle vinaigrette and focaccia.

“I love it,” said Ruth Watton of Atlanta. “It’s the best of both worlds.”

She met her daughter, Jennifer Watton of Vancouver, in Austin after Jennifer landed a job interview in Texas.

“I like that you still get

exercise when you ride it and a little boost on the hills,” Jennifer Watton said.

Then the cyclists headed to Whisler’s, a picturesque old stone building on East Sixth Street, where they settled in at a picnic table under the stars. A waiter dropped off orders of crusty grilled bread and peanut sauce, pickled cabbage and some of the fieriest beef panang curry in Austin.

Which led Luciano to unveil her final trick: a cooling stop at Gelateria Gemelli, where the menu features coffee and exotic flavors of gelato, including olive oil, Earl Grey and pineapple mint.

No energy bar or sports drink can compete with that.

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IRISH STYLE

CGH Medical Center staff members gathered to form a four-leaf clover March 17 in the main clinic atrium in Sterling. Employees were encouraged to wear their CGH Shamrock T-shirts. The celebration is part of an ongoing series of CGH Spirit Days, organized by human resources in an effort to celebrate employees and thank staff for their expertise and dedication to patients. CGH Café also served a menu of traditional Irish food for staff, patients, and visitors. Photo submitted by Nicole Bollman.

NEW CHAMBER MEMBER

On March 15, Springleaf Financial, 4311 E. Lincolnway, Suite D, Sterling, joined the Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce in Sterling. With chamber members are (second from left) Randy Crossno, Debbie Anderson, Anita Gustatis, and Nate Burdke. Photo submitted by the chamber.

BUSINESS TOUR

IN BRIEF Fertilizer plant ready to deliver

Fulton Chamber of Commerce members had its annual business tour March 18 at Starbuck Machinery in Fulton Industrial Park. The business is owned by Craig and Brenda Vanderploeg (pictured). Chamber members were given a history of the company, a tour of the facility, and an opportunity for questions and answers.

Photo submitted by the chamber.

MILLEDGEVILLE – Midwestern BioAg’s new fertilizer blending and distribution facility in Milledgeville is ready for spring deliveries.

According to the news release, the plant will provide fertilizers and soil amendments to hundreds of thousands of farmland acres.

“Our team is excited to work with more Illinois growers,” said Ben Adolf, certified crop adviser and Milledgeville native.

“Our mix of proprietary products has a 30-year track record of success,” said Tony Michaels, CEO. “Every aspect of our program promotes soil health, is gentle on roots and soil microbes, and optimizes plant growth, resiliency, and quality.”

The company’s products are designed to increase production this

season, while building soil health for future seasons. Fertilizer blends offered at the Milledgeville facility will be customized to Illinois farmland needs.

Area 4-H’ers head to nationals BLOOMINGTON – Jared Dickman and Connor Erbsen of Lanark, both 4-H members, claimed a spot on the National 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl team.

They vied for top awards during the Feb. 27 state contest at Parke Regency Hotel & Conference Center.

They will compete this fall in Louisville, Kentucky.

The dairy quiz bowl challenges the 4-H members’ knowledge and quick recall of information relating to the various aspects of dairy cattle management and dairy products.

Each competition

round included 12 questions presented oneon-one, followed by 16 toss-up questions with bonus point options.

Dickman and Erbsen also won awards in the senior division team competition.

Weather spotters sought by ESDA MORRISON – Whiteside County Emergency Service Disaster Agency, with the National Weather Service, will have a weather spotters training class for residents of Whiteside County.

The program will last about 1.5 hours and will begin at 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison St. For more information, contact Seth Janssen at the Whiteside County Sheriff’s office, 400 N. Cherry St., 815-7724044.

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BLACKSMITHING WORKSHOP

Photos by Alex T. Paschal/apaschal@saukvalley.com

ABOVE: The tools of the trade lay on a workbench at Ma and Pa’s Blacksmith Shop in rural Rock Falls. The couple, Dave and Babe Brandon, open their workshop to blacksmiths of all skills to meet once a month to practice their craft and meet others who love the sounds, smells, and efforts that go into shaping iron.

ABOVE: Sparks fly as Ralph Schwab of Sandwich grinds a piece of iron March 20 at the shop. Schwab has been working on smithing for 4 years now, drawn to the craft by watching videos and reading books. Schwab makes the trip in when he can to work at the shop. The Brandons host the hammer-in on months that have an “r” in them, largely taking the summer months off.

BELOW: Jason McGee of Joliet works on an iron leaf during his second time attending the workshop.

ABOVE: The telltale signs of years of hard work are seen on the white stripes of a soot-covered flag on the wall of the Brandons’ workshop.

LEFT: John Deere Historic Site blacksmith Greg Dutchoff works on a Fredricks Cross while smithing at the farm. Dutchoff, who has been shaping iron for 16 years, is one of four blacksmiths at the site.

BELOW: The Fredricks Cross uses a technique that shapes a cross from a single piece of iron, using a hammer, heat and a chisel.