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Two arrests in Facebook threats Students, both boys, charged with cyber-stalking

BY CHRISTI WARREN cwarren@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5521

ROCK FALLS – Two Rock Falls High School students have been charged with cyber-stalking, a felony, in connection with threats to “shoot up” the school that were posted on a Facebook page.

The 16- and 17-year-old boys were arrested last week before being released to the custody of their parents, police said.

On March 12, Rock Falls police learned about the Facebook page, which reportedly had “rude and disrespectful” comments on it pertaining to sinners, God, the devil, and Matt Anderson, the Rock Falls High School student

who recently died in what authorities are calling an accidental shooting.

After being made aware of the threats, police stepped up their patrols at the school.

Rock Falls Police Chief Mike Kuelper said his detectives launched an investigation, in conjunction with Facebook, to determine the identities of the people who used the page, which had been set up anonymously with false identifying information.

Facebook accessed the IP addresses of the account’s users, which were provided to police, Kuelper said.

Interviews with students and parents, and the following up of leads police received from Facebook, led to the arrests of two boys.

Police investigate break-in

BY CHRISTI WARREN cwarren@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5521

ROCK FALLS – Rock Falls police are investigating a breakin that happened at Rock Falls High School over the weekend.

Shortly before 6 a.m. Sunday, police responded to an active alarm at the high school. When they arrived, they discovered a door window had been broken on the mechanic’s room door on the north side of the building.

Four windows total were dam-

aged – two on the north side of the building and two interior room windows, according to a news release.

Police have no suspects, but are examining security footage from the school. They also took fingerprints and samples from blood found on glass fragments.

Rock Falls schools are on spring break, but when teachers return, police say they’ll do a thorough inventory of their rooms to see what, if anything, was taken.

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A WALLEYE KIND OF GUY IN STERLING

City not set to own new rules for rentals Committee says there’s plenty of work yet to do

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Man found unresponsive after apparent hit-and-run

BY CHRISTI WARREN cwarren@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5521

STERLING – A man was found unresponsive at the scene of an apparent hit-and-run in Sterling on Wednesday morning, and police were looking for answers.

The victim, whom police were unable to identify, is described as a black man between the ages of 20 and 40 years old, with facial hair, and tattoos on his chest and arm. He was found about 12:30 a.m.

According to a news release from Sterling police, the accident happened between 11:30 p.m. Tuesday and 12:30 a.m.

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ROCK FALLS – City officials had hoped to have a rental inspections program ready to present to the City Council in a couple months, but it’s looking as though it could take longer.

The program is being developed in tandem with Sterling in an attempt to keep inspections consistent on both sides of the bridge. There are about 790 owners of rental properties in Rock Falls, and just less than 400 in Sterling. Many of the landlords own property in both cities.

“We were going to shoot for June, but there is still a lot of work to do,” City Administrator Robbin Blackert said Wednesday during a meeting of the Rock Falls Building Code Committee.

The graded inspection system would be similar to the one used for Section 8 governmentsubsidized housing. According to an early draft available at a Feb. 26 meeting with local landlords, the inspections would be assessed as a flat one-time fee of $25 for 1 to 4 units. The most that could be paid would be $125 for 41 and more units, plus $5 per unit over 42.

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The man was unresponsive and seriously injured. He was taken to CGH Medical Center before being airlifted to Rockford Memorial Hospital.

Anyone with information regarding his identity or the accident is asked to call the Sterling Police Department at 815-632-6640 or Crime Stoppers at 815-625-7867.

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What’s showing in Sterling?

Remember when the owner of the renovated Sterling Theater said last year that it would show the kinds of movies that wouldn’t normally be shown here? What happened to that?

SVM News Editor David Giuliani has an answer in his Out Here blog online at www.saukvalley.com.

A bit of business news in the Twin Cities What does Rich McNinch have planned for the former Main Street Wine Cellar at 1 E. Third St. later this month? Find out in a Business Bits blog by SVM reporter Kathleen Schultz online at www.saukvalley.com.

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Discussion about the rental inspections program will continue at the next Rock Falls Building Code Committee meeting at 5:15 p.m. May 7, in the north-end meeting room at City Hall, 603 W. 10th St. The agendas will be posted at www.rockfalls61071.com and at City Hall. Call 815-6221100 for more information.

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Shootings at Army base Officials: 4 dead, including gunman; 14 others injured FORT HOOD, Texas (AP) – A gunman opened fire Wednesday at Fort Hood in an attack that left four dead, including the shooter, law enforcement officials said.

One of the officials, citing official internal Justice Department updates, said 14 others were hurt.

The officials spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to release information by name.

A U.S. law enforcement official said reports circulating within the Justice Department indicate the shooter died of what appears to be a self-inflicted wound.

The official spoke on the condition of anonymity because the investigation is still ongoing.

The Texas Army base was the scene of a mass shooting in 2009. Thirteen people were killed and more than 30 wounded in what was the deadliest attack on a domestic military installation in history.

The Army said on its official Twitter feed that the post was still on lockdown. Injured people were being treated at the post’s Carl R. Darnall Medical Center and other local hospitals.

Outside the base, some relatives of soldiers waited for news about their loved ones.

Tayra DeHart, 33, said she had last heard from her husband, a soldier at the post, that he was safe, but that was hours earlier. “The last two hours have been the most nerve-wracking I’ve ever felt. I know God is here protecting me and all the soldiers, but I have my phone in my hand just

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Krystina Cassidy and Dianna Simpson attempt to make contact with their husbands, who are stationed inside Fort Hood, while standing outside of the Bernie Beck Gate, on Wednesday in Fort Hood, Texas. hoping it will ring and it will be my husband,�

DeHart said.

In Chicago, President Barack Obama vowed that investigators will get to the bottom of the shooting, seeking to reassure the nation whose sense of security once again has been shaken by mass violence In a hastily arranged statement, Obama said he and his team were following the situation closely but that details about what happened at the sprawling Army post were still fluid. He said the shooting brought back painful memories of the 2009 attack.

Obama reflected on the sacrifices that troops stationed at Fort Hood have made – including during multiple tours to Iraq and Afghanistan.

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ELECTION 2014 | 17TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT

Rival to Bustos: Give yes-or-no answer Inside

Incumbent challenged to make hypothetical vote on Obamacare

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U.S. Rep. Cheri Bustos, whose district includes Whiteside County, should reveal whether she would have voted for the Affordable Care Act, her election opponent says. “She owes it to people to say whether she would have supported it or not,� said Bobby Schilling, who served as congressman for 2 years in the 17th Congressional District

before Bustos defeated him in the 2012 election. “I would have voted no. The thing is that she won’t give an answer whatsoever.�

In March 2010, the Affordable Care Act – commonly known as Obamacare – squeaked by on a party-line vote in the House.

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In her campaign to unseat Schilling, Bustos, a former East Moline alderwoman, never tipped her hand about how she would have voted on the Affordable Care Act. She still won’t.

In a telephone conference with reporters in November, Bustos declined to answer a question about how

she would have voted.

She would say only – as she often does – that she wanted to correct problems in the law and opposed repealing it.

On Tuesday, President Barack Obama portrayed the law as a success, boasting that 7.1 million people have signed up for the program.

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Rep. Bustos has focused on ensuring hardworking Illinoisans have access to the quality, affordable health care they deserve,� he said. “She was encouraged by the surge in enrollment in the health exchange over the last week and will continue to seek common-sense solutions to problems identified, as implementation of the Affordable Care Act moves forward.�

Schilling, who is running against Bustos in November, is making a big issue of Obamacare in this year’s campaign, saying that many 17th District residents have

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Collins was a child sex offender.

State’s Attorney Mike Rock, the Ogle County’s lead prosecutor, and Sheriff Michael Harn couldn’t be reached for comment.

Illinois’ sex offender website lists Collins as a offender, stating that his victim was 9 and that Collins was 53 at the time of the offense.

It occurred in Ogle County.

According to the state police website, local law enforcement agencies must take photos of offenders in their jurisdictions when they register, then forward the pictures to state police.

No photo of Collins is on the site.

Davis Junction doesn’t have a police department, so it’s the jurisdiction of the sheriff’s department.

On the state website, 6 of the 71 sex offenders listed under Ogle County have no photos. In February, Sauk Valley Media found that both Whiteside and Lee counties were each missing six photos. Afterward, police departments in both counties filled most of the gaps.

According to Ogle County’s online court records, Estell has no criminal record in the county.

In 2011, Collins pleaded guilty to two counts of aggravated criminal sexual abuse of a child.

He had no criminal record before that in Ogle County.

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DAVIS JUNCTION – A Davis Junction man is accused of leaving a child in the custody of a child sex offender.

Largus “Ben� Estell, 45, was charged with leaving a child in the custody of a child sex offender, according to a news release from the Ogle County Sheriff’s Department.

Also taken into custody was David E. Collins, 57, also of Davis Junction, on a charge of violating the provisions of the state’s child sex offender registration law and trespassing, the release said.

Estell was being held Wednesday in the Ogle County Jail in lieu of bond, and Collins was held pending an appearance before a judge, according to the news release.

A boy was taken into protective custody, according to the sheriff’s department.

On Tuesday, Ogle County sheriff’s deputies responded to a citizen’s complaint at the Rolling Meadows mobile home park in Davis Junction, according to the news release.

It is against state law to knowingly leave a child with a child sex offender. The sheriff’s department didn’t say in its release what evidence it had that Estell knew

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told him the law is a failure. He cast doubt on Obama’s 7.1 million number. “When you talk about 7 million people being added on, you need to look at how many of the number were uninsured before. Most were not,� he suggested.

At the same time, he said he liked parts of Obamacare – for instance, provisions that ban insurance companies from denying policies to people with pre-existing conditions and allowing parents to keep their children on their plans until age 26.

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OBITUARIES William B. Edwards STERLING – “In the space of one breath, a bright light blinked out.�

William Bradford Edwards, 79, of Sterling, marched into heaven Tuesday, April 1, 2014, reuniting with his beloved wife, Patricia.

He was born Nov. 29, 1934, in Hartford, Conn., a son of John and Frances (McIntyre) Edwards. He married Patricia R. Fetko on Aug. 4, 1956, in Suffield, Conn. She preceded him in death on June 6, 2010. He was a salesman for various organizations during his lifetime.

Surviving are his children, Elaine (Martin) Vega, Karen Shaffer, Beverly (Brian) Sheley, Julie (Angel) Montanez, and James (Melissa) Edwards, all of Sterling;

eight grandchildren, Adam, Molly, Madeleine, Analiese, Jordan, Alexandra, Avery, and McIntyre; and two great-grandchildren, Elin and Emelia.

He also was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, and a sister.

Cremation rites have been accorded. There will be no servic es. McDonald Funeral Home & Crematory in Rock Falls is handling arrangements.

A memorial has been established.

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Michael J. ‘Mike’ Green MORRISON – Michael J. “Mike� Green, 50, of Morrison, died Monday, March 31, 2014, at his home.

Mike was born July 3, 1963, in Morrison, the son of William M. and Grace J. (Tillis) Green. He was educated at Morrison grade schools, and was a 1982 graduate of Morrison High School. Mike was employed by P & P Tool and Climco, both in Morrison, Self Help Enterprises in Sterling, and Morrison Community School District.

Mike was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Morrison, and Rock River Officials Association. Mike received the Northwestern Illinois Sports Hall of Fame Award, the Morrison High School Sports Hall of Fame award for “Friend of the Athletes,� and the Illinois High School Association Sports Hall of Fame Award for “Friend of Athletics.� Mike had given 27 years of service to the Morrison High School boys basketball program, and served as official scorekeeper for boys and girls basketball. He also was clockkeeper for Morri-

son football games, and served as an assistant coach for eighth-grade junior tackle football for 4 undefeated years. Mike was known as an avid Chicago Cubs fan.

Survivors include his mother, Grace Green, one sister, Janet Green, and one brother, Tom (Karla) Green, all of Morrison; four nieces and nephews, Tyler Smith, Sarah (Neal) Mahoney, Jacob Green, and Elizabeth Green; and great-niece and great-nephew, Ayden and Aly Mahoney.

He was preceded in death by his father.

Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday at Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home in Morrison. The funeral will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Mary Catholic Church in Morrison, with the Rev. William Antillon, pastor, officiating. Interment will be at Grove Hill Cemetery in Morrison.

Memorials have been established to the Morrison Junior Tackle Football Program, pancreatic cancer research, and Mass.

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Committee member Jim Schuneman expressed fears that the city could be biting off more than it could chew with the program. “This is too big and there are too many loopholes,� Schuneman said. “I think we’re throwing a big net over a small problem.�

A major impetus for the program was the difficulty inspectors face in

getting into properties where there are problems. These inspections would be done whenever a tenant leaves, so properties would be vacant when looked at. “Getting into the houses has been a big problem, but maybe the focus needs to be narrowed and we make it just about health, life and safety,�

Schuneman said.

The subjective nature of the inspection process is a topic that has come up with both officials and landlords.

The cost of the program is still being studied. The plan now calls for hiring a part-time inspector in Rock Falls, while Sterling believes it has enough resources to handle the extra work.

Officials say the program isn’t about generating revenue; it is about addressing a longneglected program. “I’m fine with there being no revenue if it serves the purpose of cleaning up bad rentals,� Blackert said. “We’ve been lax in this town for

a long time, and this program will have a ripple effect if it’s done right.�

Committee members agreed that the next step is producing a finalized grading system. “So much of this is subjective,� Chairman Brian Snow said. “We really need to see a grading card before we go any farther.�

The program would be drawn up in ordinance form and would have to be approved by both city councils, possibly in a joint session.

Bill would force districts to show need for money SPRINGFIELD (AP) – A group of Democratic lawmakers Wednesday introduced a longawaited piece of legislation that would dramatically change the way schools are funded in Illinois for the first time since 1997.

The sponsors called the measure the most comprehensive way to ensure equity across the state in both good and bad budget years but indicated there’s still work to do in gaining broad support in both chambers on the regionally divisive issue. “This is a dramatic and appropriate departure from the status quo,� state Sen. Andy Manar of Bunker Hill, chief sponsor of the legislation, said. He called the current formula “complex and unpredictable and complicated.�

The legislation would streamline the state’s school funding formula to require districts to demonstrate need before receiving money, a significant shift from the current method that factors in a dis-

trict’s poverty for some types of state aid but not others. Under the plan, 92 percent of total state education funding would be distributed by factoring in districts’ poverty levels. Only specialized programs for special education and early childhood education would be exempted from the formula.

And, for the first time in decades, funding for Chicago Public Schools would be treated under the same formula as the rest of the state.

As it stands now, Illinois schools get state money in a variety of ways. General state aid, the money used to offset the basic cost of educating students, is based on a formula that factors in poverty levels. This year, less than 45 percent of the $6.7 billion the state spent on preschool through 12th-grade education was on general state aid.

Districts also get grants to use on programs such as special education, transportation and vocational training, which don’t factor in poverty.

Districts must submit expense claims for those programs and are reimbursed based on the number of students they serve.

SPRINGFIELD (AP) – The powerful Illinois lobbyist for the National Rifle Association has helped rewrite a state law he broke.

Todd Vandermyde told the Chicago SunTimes in an article published Wednesday that he was only exercising his rights as a citizen when he intervened to push legislation to loosen restrictions on transporting crossbows and enlisted the House Republican leader to tighten authority for police to enter private land.

Vandermyde was ticketed by state conservation police officers and fined $120 for carrying an uncased, loaded crossbow on an ATV in December during a hunting trip. He was on private land in the southwestern suburbs of Chicago.

As with hunting rifles, crossbows must be in cases when transported. “I had a run-in with a couple of cops and because of it, it educated me about the law, and I thought there were some inequities of the law that needed fixed,�

Vandermyde said.

But Rep. Kelly Cassidy, a Chicago Democrat who has been at odds with Vandermyde over guncontrol issues, said the lobbyist was out of line. “If I got a ticket and changed the law because I got a ticket, people would be screaming bloody murder,� Cassidy said. “I don’t think it’s any different when someone with the level of influence and access that he has does it, too.�

Vandermyde dismissed Cassidy’s complaints, saying critics “hate the Second Amendment. ...�

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City officials had continued to insist the five-year tax increase was $250 million until a Republican member of the House committee pointed out that compounding each year tripled the total.

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Vallas stresses better education funding Quinn’s running mate cites years of experience Wednesday in Chicago CHICAGO (AP) – The question of which candidate for Illinois governor has a better approach for funding schools took center stage Wednesday as Democratic Gov. Pat Quinn’s running mate called for making permanent a temporary income tax increase to avoid what he called “devastating� budget cuts to education.

Former Chicago Public Schools chief Paul Vallas used his first solo public appearance since winning the Democratic nomination for lieutenant governor last month to tout Quinn’s budget proposal, which calls for making the 2011 income tax increase permanent to avoid a $1.6 billion

revenue drop and school cuts.

He also blasted the approach favored by Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Rauner, who wants the temporary increase to roll back in January as scheduled, restructure government, and trim the budget elsewhere.

The dueling views on school funding – between two rival camps that each boast of their experience working on school reform – are likely to play a pivotal role ahead of the November election for governor.

Vallas cited his years of experience with education – he’s led school districts in Bridgeport,

Conn., Philadelphia and New Orleans – saying without revenue there’d be cuts to schools. He praised Quinn’s approach to extend the increase as honest, while saying Rauner hadn’t provided a specific alternative. “The bottom line is the impact would really be devastating,� he said of Rauner’s approach. “Either you don’t understand the budget or, in effect, you’re deferring the tough questions until after the election,�

But Rauner, who has been a longtime schools advocate, has said that Quinn’s proposal violates a 2011 promise that the income tax increase was temporary. He has

said trims to the Medicaid health program for the poor would help make up the revenue gap.

Rauner is a Winnetka venture capitalist who’s given millions of dollars to schools over the years, helping to fund teacher merit pay and non-union charter schools, among other things. “Misleading the voters has been a hallmark of Quinn’s for the last four years ...� Rauner campaign spokesman Mike Schrimpf said in a statement. “Bruce will make education a top priority and balance the budget without more tax increases by creating a growth economy and restructuring government.�

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More than 200 trees set to be Senate OKs plan to expand replanted in tornado-hit town State Sen. Mike Jacobs, D-Moline, voted in favor of the measure. Sen. Tim Bivins, R-Dixon, was one of two members to vote present.

Currently, only residents 18 years and older can use medical marijuana in the state’s fouryear pilot program.

Parents of children with epilepsy say consuming oil from the marijuana

plant reduces seizures and doesn’t make children feel high.

State Sen. Iris Martinez is sponsoring the measure. She says using medical marijuana will reduce seizures in children.

Opponents say legalizing marijuana for minors contradicts the state’s drug prevention programs.

The bill moves to the House for consideration.

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Jorge Gutirres ties a root ball on a white swamp oak after it was dug up Monday at the Moore Tree Farm west of Champaign. Volunteers plan a mass tree planting this weekend in the nearby town of Gifford using more than 200 trees to replace those lost to a tornado last November. scattered around town and damage to key infrastructure such as the local water tower was strong evidence that the town had been hit hard.

Property owners who had damage can have trees planted. There are more than $30,000 worth of trees being delivered, paid for by The Farm Bureau and Rotary Clubs.

About 125 volunteers are lined up, many from Rotary Clubs and other organizations, Uken said.

On Saturday they’ll be broken up into crews to take on duties such as digging holes for planting, placing and planting trees or mulching them. “I’m super confident that we’re going to walk out of Gifford on Saturday night and there’s going to be 200-some trees planted, and it’s going to be a step in the right direction for that community and the individuals,� Uken said.

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ROCK FALLS – A Rock Falls man was in Whiteside County Jail on Wednesday on a charge

of aggravated criminal sexual abuse.

Police say Christan S. Eakle, 39, twice molested an acquaintance’s 6-yearold daughter last June.

He was picked up by

police just after 1 a.m.

Monday, and is being held on a $100,000 bond.

Eakle’s past Whiteside County felony convictions include drug possession and delivery.

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GIFFORD (AP) – Gifford lost dozens of homes to a tornado last November but the small east-central Illinois town also lost a lot of trees.

Volunteers plan to replace more than 200 of them this weekend in a mass tree planting, provided the weather allows.

Heavy rain is in the forecast between now and then, but only a very heavy dose of water will get in the way, volunteer Bob Uken of the Champaign County Farm Bureau said. “We talked about it and said this project is a go for Saturday morning unless we’ve got standing water in town,� he said. “But if it’s raining a little bit on Saturday, we’re going to do it. If it’s muddy, you’d just better not wear your best pair of shoes or your best blue jeans.�

Gifford was hit by one of the two-dozen tornadoes that touched down across Illinois on Nov. 17.

The town of 975 people is about 20 miles northeast of Champaign.

People in town have talked about being fortunate that it wasn’t worse. While some other towns struck that day had residents killed, Gifford didn’t.

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SPRINGFIELD (AP) – A proposal that would allow minors with epilepsy to use medical marijuana is moving through the Illinois Legislature.

The legislation passed the Senate on Tuesday with a 49-5 vote. It adds epilepsy to the medical conditions that can be treated with medical cannabis, including children with epilepsy.

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efore he became president, John F. Kennedy wrote a best-selling book, “Profiles in Courage,� in which he profiled U.S. senators who took courageous stands during times of political adversity.

In recent days, Sauk Valley Media stories profiled area residents who have shown courage in the face of medi-

cal adversity.

A story in Saturday’s paper told of Dustin Stevens, of Amboy, a 27-year-old who suffered a severe brain injury 9 years ago. Unable to speak and with limited movement, he has been confined to a wheelchair ever since.

It also told the story of his mother, Becky Pollard, and family members whose lives became

What we think We are in awe of the bravery and resilience demonstrated by the Stevens, Shannon and Payne families as they faced, and continue to face, medical adversity. focused on caring for Dustin and trying to promote awareness of brain injuries.

A story in Monday’s paper told of two families devastated by amyo-

trophic lateral sclerosis, known as ALS, or Lou Gehrig’s disease.

The family of Josh Shannon of Sterling mourns his death last year at age 32 from ALS.

The Payne family of Amboy has struggled with ALS for decades.

Over the years, 19 family members have died of ALS; three members currently struggle with it, including Doug Payne, 51, who was diagnosed 2 years ago.

For those who don’t know, ALS, which cripples its victims’ ability to move their muscles, is terminal and has no cure.

Payne family members have fought back against ALS by getting involved in extensive fundraising and advocacy efforts.

We are in awe of the bravery and resilience shown by the Stevens, Shannon and Payne families.

To us, their stories represent modern-day profiles in courage that rival anything you can find in JFK’s book.

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Assess the risk posed by sex offenders JIM FAIVRE Rock Falls

I would like to commend Sgt. Seth Janssen’s efforts to restrict sex offenders from fairs. Having known Janssen both personally and professionally, I know he is dedicated to the ongoing protection of children.

I agree that every effort should be made to enhance the sex offender registry laws for the purpose of protecting children. I would like to see additional proposals made.

I believe that the registry should be a risk-tiered system, as certain convicted sex offenders present a lower risk than others.

Is it fair that the 18-yearold who was convicted for having consensual sexual relations with a 16-yearold be considered as much of a risk to children as a pedophile?

Having previously investigated child abuse cases, I often had to assess the risk a registered sex offender presented to children. One of the cri-

teria used in assessing such risk was whether the offender had completed sex offender treatment. I was often surprised when a registered sex offender had not completed any such treatment.

I always believed that all convicted sex offenders should be required to complete treatment as a condition of being on the registry. Completion of sexual offender treatment and assessment of risk should then be on each offender’s information on the registry.

Based on the risk assessment, the offenders could then be placed on different levels of risk potential, which could also be indicated on the registry.

People tend to see only that someone is on the registry and are not aware of the original offense or what risk an offender might present. Perhaps additional information as I have proposed would help people determine whether an offender is a risk to children.

Note to readers: Jim Faivre, who is retired, was previously employed for 25 years as a child protection advanced specialist with the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services.

boards, their chairmen, or their party high mucka-mucks’ blessings or that of big money. In this last primary election, the voters of both Lee and Ogle counties were focused and spoke unequivocally: the voters were in charge.

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Both March 22 editorials – “To succeed, always act in public’s interest,� and the snippet on the sheriff’s race in Executive Editor Larry Lough’s “Who’s afraid of the Big Bad Bruce?� – are correctly premised.

I would simply add to the prerequisite com-

mon-sense observance of the integrity of the office, and the responsible management and fulfillment of the mission, that elected officials – incumbents, in particular – cannot forget that they owe their jobs to the voters.

Campaigns do matter.

Challengers and incumbent elected officials have to ask for the vote, nicely.

And, when both candidates are equally wellqualified, door-to-door bell-ringing and who gets there first is important.

The candidate must have

fire in the belly. The outcome may depend on just how many hands he shook, how many people he actually asked for their vote.

Anything less, he is perceived not to want the job badly enough or that he feels he doesn’t need to campaign for the job.

Romney went down for that reason in 2012, and Brady the first time around. He left a bad taste in our collective mouths for the second.

It is not enough to have the support and endorsement of their county

I will soon take my boards to be a registered dietitian, and I drink raw milk. Not only have I never once been sick from it, but I have seen my farmer in action as her production methods are fully transparent.

Therefore, I trust her product where I can’t trust the supermarket.

Furthermore, this mode of production is sustainable and naturally holds the farmer accountable.

The time of chalking milk to hide the unhealthy color has passed, and I am always confident in my raw milk. If the cows are healthy, then so is the milk.

Please don’t take away my right to drink it.

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Raw milk has its fans, but lawmaker wants it banned Government tries to extend its reach further SPRINGFIELD – My grandma liked her milk just like her orange juice – freshly squeezed.

To hear her talk, raw milk was wonderful.

And her view is now shared by many of today’s urban “foodies� who believe raw milk tastes better, is richer in nutrients, and can help prevent certain diseases.

In fact, the consumption of raw milk has become so popular, legislation has been introduced to ban its sale within Illinois.

Yes, you read that right.

More people are drinking it, so state Rep. Dan Burke, D-Chicago, has introduced a bill to have it banned.

Right now, raw milk can be bought in Illinois only if it is done directly from a farmer.

Still, some view it as a health risk.

scottREEDER Scott Reeder is a reporter in residence for the Illinois Policy Institute.

Contact him at sreeder@ illinoispolicy. org.

Certain diseases can be spread through raw milk. For example, if the milk comes from a cow infected with brucellosis, a human consuming it can develop undulant fever, which can result in several weeks of severe, flu-like symptoms.

BUT RAW-MILK advocates say such ailments from consuming unpasteurized dairy products are rare.

Pasteurization consists of heating milk to kill bacteria. But raw milk promoters say it also kills or damages the nutrients, and many say milk tastes richer and creamier unpasteurized.

I’m sorry. I think raw milk is just plain gross.

You see, raw milk doesn’t look much like store-bought milk.

It sometimes can have a bit of a yellow cast to it, and fat globules rise to the top, making the State Rep. milk, well, Dan Burke lumpy.

The Chicago But every Democrat m o r n i n g wants to ban the sale of a n d e v e - raw milk in ning, my Illinois. grandmother would head out to the pasture and milk her pet Holstein named BB. Cats from across the neighborhood would come running, and she’d ladle out milk for them to lap up.

Then she’d bring the bucket into the house and refrigerate it.

The cream would separate from the milk, and she would skim it away and make butter and ice cream.

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She and my grandpa would consume the remainder themselves because, Lord knows, this grandchild wouldn’t touch it.

After all, who wants to drink lumpy milk?

The home-churned butter didn’t look any more store-bought than the milk.

Instead of having sticks or tubs of butter like you can get at the supermarket, Grandma produced these giant globs that looked like bright yellow hedge balls.

But they tasted OK, although they looked a bit menacing, at least in the eyes of a 10-year-old staring across the dinner table.

But Grandma’s ice cream was divine – better than anything I ever had before or since.

Kimberly Hartke is a spokeswoman for the Weston Price Foundation, a national advocacy group for raw milk. “There are risks to eating any type of food – including raw milk,� Hartke said.

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Wanda Beckerdite, grandmother of columnist Scott Reeder, milks her cow, BB, near the Schuyler County village of Brooklyn in the late 1970s. “But we are not seeking to have it sold at every supermarket. We want it sold at health food stores and at farms to discerning, informed consumers,� she said.

The Price Foundation believes that raw milk, which can be sold legally in about half the states, helps boost people’s

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immune system and makes them less likely to develop asthma and allergies.

But public health advocates say contaminated raw milk can make people sick, and that’s why it should be outlawed.

This, of course, raises the question of the role of government in our society.

I don’t drink alcohol or smoke cigarettes, but I’m certainly no prohibitionist. I believe folks should be able to make wise – or unwise – informed decisions for themselves.

The same goes for a product such as raw milk.

It’s certainly not my cup of cream.

But we can’t go through life covered in bubble wrap. Government can’t always decide what it thinks is best for us.

We ought to be free to choose.

Note to readers: Scott Reeder’s column is underwritten by the Illinois Policy Institute.

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Americans are seeing themselves differently Middle class status drops to 44 percent WASHINGTON (AP) – A sense of belonging to the middle class occupies a cherished place in America. It conjures images of self-sufficient people with stable jobs and pleasant homes working toward prosperity.

Yet nearly 5 years after the Great Recession ended, more people are coming to the painful realization that they’re no longer part of it.

They are former professionals now stocking shelves at grocery stores, retirees struggling with rising costs and people working part-time jobs but desperate for full-time pay. Such setbacks have emerged in economic statistics for several years.

Now they’re affecting how Americans think of themselves.

Since 2008, the number of people who call themselves middle class has fallen by nearly a fifth, according to a survey in January by the Pew Research Center, from 53 percent to 44 percent.

Forty percent now identify as either lower-middle or lower class compared with just 25 percent in February 2008.

According to Gallup, the percentage of Americans who say they’re middle or upper-middle class fell 8 points between 2008 and 2012, to 55 percent.

And the most recent National Opinion Research Center’s General Social Survey found that the vast proportion of Americans who call themselves middle or working class, though still high at 88 percent, is the lowest in the survey’s 40-year histo-

ry. It’s fallen 4 percentage points since the recession began in 2007.

The trend reflects a widening gap between the richest Americans and everyone else, one that’s emerged gradually over decades and accelerated with the Great Recession.

The difference between the income earned by the wealthiest 5 percent of Americans and by a median-income household has risen 24 percent

in 30 years, according to the Census Bureau.

Whether or not people see themselves as middle class, there’s no agreedupon definition of the term.

In any case, individuals and families who feel they’ve slipped from the middle class are likely to spend and borrow less.

Such a pullback, in turn, squeezes the economy, which is fueled mainly by consumer spending.

Readers weigh in on pros and cons of being an only child Dear Abby: “Maybe Only One in Georgia�

(Jan. 7), who asked whether she should have a second child, needs to understand there are no guarantees. Her 5-yearold could end up hating her younger sibling, or adoring her. Parents create a child because they want to share their union with a new life. Each child is unique and represents a life commitment, not just 18 years of hard work.

I am the youngest of four, the “surprise� baby boy when my parents were in their 40s. I loved them and they never

to do with one another. “Maybe� should not produce another child to be a !BIGAIL 6AN playmate to the one they "UREN S have. It should be done *EANNE only if they’re financially, 0HILLIPS COLUMN emotionally and spiritually APPEARS willing and capable of rearDURING THE ing another person. If not, WEEK THROUGH they should enjoy the extra 5NIVERSAL Press time, money and energy 3YNDICATE they’ll have, and perhaps give a needy dog or cat a home. made me feel unwanted. I – Youngest Child adore my older sister. We in Savannah were always close despite the eight-year age differDear Youngest Child: I ence. My two brothers are told “Maybe� I couldn’t very different than I am, decide this for her, but and we don’t have much would open up the ques-

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tion to my readers. And they sure had some comments!

Here are a few: Dear Abby: My advice is DON’T! I have two sons, 27 and 31. They hardly know each other and have no interest in what the other is doing. It breaks my heart, as they are the only close blood relatives they have.

I didn’t have the younger one so the older would have company. I wanted another baby. I was 29, but wouldn’t consider it at “Maybe’s� age (38).

How long does she think

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Dear Abby: Have that – Mitzi in Dayton second child if fate wills it. Your life will be richer Dear Abby: Most only for it. Your daughter will children I know are appreciate having a sibspoiled and used to getling, and you will wonder ting their own way, large- how you ever imagined ly because they haven’t life without him/her. had to share. My husband I was 6 when my sister is from a large family and was born. Yes, we went to they are all close, even different schools and had with a 20-year age span. different friends. But we We recently dealt with shared a bedroom as we issues related to elderly matured and had many parents, and trust me, I memorable times we still was so thankful to have talk about today. There the help of my siblings. I is no age barrier as time feel it is unfair to raise a passes, and really, that child alone if you’re able gap closes earlier than to add to the family unit. you would think. – Grateful Mom – Big Sis in Florida

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CONCERTS | SAUK VALLEY COMMUNITY CONCERT ASSOCIATION

Closing out one year, looking to next Lineup now set for 2014-2015 season STAFF REPORT news@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5501

STERLING – The Abrams Brothers will perform at 7 p.m. April 10 at Abiding Word Church, 806 Lynn Boulevard, in the final concert of the Sauk Valley Community Concert Association 2013-2014 season.

The Abrams Brothers are fourth-generation musicians with musical roots reaching back to their great-grandparents, according to a news release. They are the youngest Canadians to appear at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, Tenn. They’ve toured throughout the U.S. and Europe.

The Abrams Brothers recently released their fourth album, “Northern Redemption,” which follows last year’s release of “Blue On Brown,” an album of songs by Arlo Guthrie and Bob Dylan.

This record was the group’s tribute to songwriters they had always admired. According to a news release, Guthrie recognized the talent of these youngsters after he

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Alliance Brass Quintet gets the 2014-2015 SVCCA season started when it plays Oct. 6 at Historic Dixon Theatre.

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The Abrams Brothers will hit the stage at 7 p.m. April 10 at Abiding Word Church, 806 Lynn Boulevard, Sterling, in the final concert of the Sauk Valley Community Concert Association 2013-2014 season. heard them playing his own songs at one of his shows and thought they were “way Tony too young to DeSare be playing that good.

I know I will be hearing from The Abrams Brothers for a long time to come.”

The Sauk Valley Community Concert Associa-

Jaimee Paul

Ben Gulley

tion also has announced its lineup for the 20142015 season and this year’s membership drive is underway.

Alliance Brass Quintet will play Oct. 6 at

Historic Dixon Theatre.

The group has shared the stage with orchestras such as the Boston Symphony Orchestra, the Chicago Symphony, and the Cleveland Orchestra.

Tony DeSare will play Nov. 14 at Dixon High School. DeSare covers old and newer pop and jazz standards,singing songs by Billy Joel, Elton John, Bruce Springsteen and the Doobie Broth-

WHAT’S GOING ON ART EXHIBITS

BANDS AND BARS

At The Next Picture Show DIXON – The exhibits Fantasy, Stream of Consciousness, and Celebrating Black History will run through Saturday. Celebrating Black History is a retrospective exhibit of the works of Shelly Vidmar. She was a prolific, selftaught artist who specialized in the portrait. Through her artwork, Vidmar tried to define the essence of the African American struggle. Art had always been her passion, and to teach young people her dream.

“Fantasy, Stream of Consciousness”, a show of works on paper

by Jared Scovill and Les Allen, reveals two perspectives of what is real and what is imaginary from the perspectives of two artists.

Beginning Monday and running through April 30, the Sinnissippi Foundation will present its annual”Expressions” show at TNPS. Bids can be accepted online at TNPS. The reception will be from 6 to 8 p.m. April 25. All art pieces have been donated by local artists.

Member Ken Reif is showing his work at Sauk Valley Bank.

Brian Strock is showing his work through April 15 on the front wall at TNPS. Art at the Loveland DIXON – The art collection at the Loveland Community House and Museum, 513 W. Second St., and its many other exhibits are available for viewing from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and by appointment. Guided group tours can be scheduled by emailing Steve Wilson at swilson@lovelandcommunityhouse.org or by calling 815-284-2741.

The 67th Annual Phidian Art Show will begin at 6 p.m., with a critique and presentation of awards at 7 p.m. April 10 at Loveland.

Go to www.lovelandcommunityhouse.org for a virtual tour of the museum, and for more information. Admission is free, and the event is open to the public.

The art will be displayed through April 30.

Get listed!

Are you in a band that would like to be listed in Plan!t Sauk Valley’s free entertainment calendar? Are you a bar that offers live entertainment? Send an email with the band’s name, booking number and website or Facebook page, and gig or event schedule, or the bar’s event schedule, to Lucas Pauley at lpauley@saukvalley.com.

At Books on First DIXON – Mark Hobbs will play from 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday at Books on First, 202 W. First St. Go to www.booksonfirst.com or call 815-285-2665 for more information.

Upcoming: April 12, Andrew Robinson; April 26, Les Floto; May 3, Dirt Simple; May 10, Carsick Radio; May 17, Comfort Food; May 31, Wade Buzzard; June 7, Matthew Ed Stillman; June 14, Lojo Russo; June 21, Flying Fish; and June 28, Dan Hagemann.

At Champs STERLING – Cal Stage Band will play Friday and Dirt Road Rockers will play Saturday at the bar, 216 Locust St. For more information, call 815626-6003.

Upcoming: April 12, Brushville; April 18, Dirty Beet Brothers, and Eric Lambert and Friends; April 19, Old Dogs New Chick; April 25, KillBourn; and April 26, Mighty Wheelhouse.

At Cochran’s Pub STERLING – A 1-year anniversary bash is planned Saturdaywith music by Terry Cox at the bar, 13464 Galt Road.

At Cragel’s PROPHETSTOWN – Whitlocked and Loaded will play April 26 at the bar, 345 Washington St. Upcoming: May 31, Reflex Blues.

At Long Shot Bar & Grill ROCK FALLS – Pie Filler will play at 9 p.m. Saturday at the bar, 3312 W. Rock Falls Road.

There also is an acoustic open mic night from 7 to 11 p.m. every Thursday.

Upcoming: April 12, Dinner at The Kids Table; April 18, Rude

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ers, as well as the songs of Rodgers & Hart, and Duke Ellington.

Jaimee Paul will play Feb. 19 at Dixon High School. Her first album, released in 2008, reached No. 1 on the iTunes jazz charts.

Ben Gulley will play May 4, 2015, at Centennial Auditorium in Sterling High School. Gulley grew up singing church and popular music before studying opera, and continues to sing spirituals and pop plus songs from Broadway shows like “Guys & Dolls,” “Phantom of the Opera,” “My Fair Lady,” and “Les Mis-

erables.”

Individual memberships are $40, with family memberships available for $95. Other membership categories exist as well. Admission to concerts is by membership only.

Included with membership in the Sauk Valley Community Concert Association is admission to see the shows of the Ottawa and Freeport concert associations at no additiona cost.

Membership forms are also available at www. svcca.org or call Roberta at 815-677-6676 for a brochure.

STERLING

Punch featuring 815 Productions for a reggae party; April 19, New Shoes; and April 26, Rat Baxter.

At The Precinct STERLING – Small Town Hymnal and The Reuter Brothers will start playing at 8 p.m. April 12 at the bar, 113 E. Third St. At Val’s Place DIXON – Acoustic open mic is open to the public at 8:30 p.m. every Monday at the bar, 316 W. First St. Musicians also are welcome to join the band with Notorious Folk with Steve Catron at 8 p.m. every Tuesday night.

April 12 Lyle Grobe and the Rhythm Ramblers STERLING – Country gentlemen Lyle Grobe and the Rhythm Ramblers will play from 8 to 11:30 p.m. at Wagon Wheel, 1711 W. Fourth St. Upcoming: 7-10 p.m. April 26 at Sterling Moose; 8-11:30 p.m.

May 10 at Rock Falls American Legon; and 7-10 p.m. May 17 at Sterling Moose.

CONCERTS Friday First Fridays in Oregon OREGON – First Fridays Open Stage Music Show returns to the Oregon VFW. Each musician or band performs for 15 minutes. Instruments are all acoustic, and a professional sound system is provided. The music is varied and includes country, bluegrass, blues, gospel,

folk, soft rock, and eclectic mixes of all of the above. Admission is a donation. All musicians and spectators are welcome. Call 815-9730942 for more information.

Upcoming: May 2 Saturday Final Symphony Saturday show ROCKFORD – The final performance in the Rockford Symphony Orchestra’s Symphony Saturdays series for children ages 5-10 and families is Saturday. The Bodacious Brass will present the program from 11 a.m. to noon in Kresge Hall at the Riverfront Museum Park, 711 N. Main St. This family friendly program introduces children and their parents to the woodwind, percussion, brass, and string sections of an orchestra. Following the performance, audience members may attend a Musical Instrument Playground, courtesy of Guzzardo Performance Music, to play some of the instruments demonstrated during the program.

The Bodacious Brass members will demonstrate how their instruments create music, how they create music individually and as an ensemble, and will perform several pieces that showcase the brass family. Members of the audience also will have the chance to participate.

Tickets for Symphony Saturdays are $5 per child and $7 for adults for each session.

For more information, call Lorie Langan at the RSO Office at 815972-2939.

The Public is Invited to Attend

Shrimp Boil & Chili Bowl Saturday, April 5, 2014 Serving 5:00 - 7:30 pm ADULTS s +IDS +IDS UNDER &2%% at

Knights of Columbus 506 W. 3rd Street, Dixon 3PONSORED BY THE $IXON 2OTARY #LUB h0ROCEEDSBENEFIT$IXON2OTARYPROJECTS INCLUDINGCOLLEGESCHOLARSHIPS”

Rotarians to bring family of magicians to high school STAFF REPORT news@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5501

STERLING – Tickets are on sale for a performance of the Carson Family’s Magical Mystery Show at 3 p.m.

Sunday in Centennial Auditorium, 1608 Fourth Ave. All seats are reserved. Tickets cost $10 and can be purchased at www.centennialauditorium. com or from 3 to 5

p.m. weekdays at the box office.

All proceeds will benefit service projects of Twin City Sunrise Rotary. Programs include STRIVE Scholarship Program, Sterling Schools Asset Mentoring, Coats for Kids, Rotary International Polio Plus, Kids at Camp, a summer lunch program, Rotary Youth Exchange, April House Advocacy Center, and Relay for Life.

TIMBER CREEK

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Open to the public and to those who choose membership.

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April 4th Friday Ap ay Nig Night Diningg

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Timber Creek is open to the public!

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FAMILY FUN

Egg hunts hop back into the Sauk Valley STAFF REPORT news@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 501

With the arrival of April, Easter egg hunts are planned across the Sauk Valley.

Dixon: A free egg hunt for children from 2 to 12 will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Sugar Grove School and Church, 352 Timber Creek Road. For more information, call 815-288-2811.

A free egg hunt will be at 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 12 at Dixon Elks Lodge 779, 1279 Franklin Grove Road. A cake walk and a visit by the Easter bunny will take place after the hunt. The Kreider Spring Carnival also will take place at the same time

as the hunt, with free children’s games, a petting zoo, free popcorn and ice cream, prizes, Dixon Fire Department rescue trucks, a caricature face artist, face painting, a clown, and the Easter bunny.

Rock Falls: The Coloma Township Park District’s free egg hunt will be April 12 at Centennial Park, at 11th Street and Avenue D. Registration will be from 12:30 to 1:15 p.m., with the hunt’s start at 1;30. Registration forms also are available at the park district office, 508 E. 11th St., or can be called in at 815-625-0272.

The event is for children from

3 to 8, with categories for children 3 to 5 and 6 to 8 years.

Prizes will be awarded in both categories, and everyone will receive an award. The hunt will take place regardless of weather.

Happy Tails Animal Shelter will have an egg hunt April 16 at the facility, 1408 E. McNeil Road. The hunt is for children to take part in, and not for pets. Registration will be at 5 p.m., with the hunt at 5:30.

Categories will be for ages 2 to 4, 5 to 7, and 8 to 10. Food will be available, and a DJ will perform. The Easter bunny will appear. The shelter can be reached at 815-626-2994.

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Hunters fire off from the starting line to gather eggs during the 2013 Happy Tails Animal Shelter egg hunt. The animal shelter will have its annual event April 16 at the facility, 1408 E. McNeil Road, Rock Falls.

WHAT’S GOING ON CONCERTS Saturday Last concert of regular season CLINTON, Iowa – The Clinton Symphony Orchestra, which includes in its ranks many musicians from the Sauk Valley, presents its last concert of the regular season, at 7:30 p.m. at Clinton High School, 817 Eighth Ave. S. The concert marks the celebration of the orchestra’s 60th season, and will feature the festive “Symphony No. 4� by Tchaikovsky. Supporting pieces for the performance are the tone poem overture “Othello� by Dvorak, and “The Enchanted Lake� by Russian composer Anatoli Lyadov.

Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for students through college; students through the eighth grade are admitted free of charge. Tickets are available at Tegeler Music in Clinton, Fitzgerald Pharmacy in Morrison, and Grummert’s Hardware in Sterling about 2 weeks before each concert, online and at the door.

Go to www.clintonsymphony. org for more information.

April 18 Too White Crew coming DIXON – The old school hiphop tribute band Too White Crew is set to bring its talents to Historic Dixon Theatre, 114 S. Galena Ave. Morrison-based rock band 30 West will open the show at 7:30 p.m.

According to a news release, the band is a self-described “tribute to the golden era of hip-hop, featuring all-live music from a six-piece band, accompanied by choreographed Fly Girl dancers.

It’s a party band – it’s a show – it’s art – it’s madness on stage – all packaged in an unprecedented way.�

Too White Crew features music from classic groups like Sugar Hill Gang, Beastie Boys, Run DMC, TLC, Salt-N-Pepa, Snoop Dogg and many more.

30 West covers the past four decades of rock. Formed in 2005, the band has undergone lineup changes, with the core of sibling guitarists Mike and Chris Mills remaining. All current members had been a part of other musical projects before joining forces in 2012.

Doors will open at 6:30 p.m.

Val’s Place will provide bar service throughout the night. The theatre will operate its concessions stand.

General admission tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door and are available at www. dixontheatre.com and at Trein’s Jewelry, 201 W. First Street, Dixon, and Venier Jewelers, 107 W. First St., Dixon.

For more information, call Dixon Main Street at 815-288-2308.

Blues and Bluegrass FRANKLIN GROVE – If it’s the third Friday of the month, it’s Blues and Bluegrass night at the H.I. Lincoln Building, 136 N. Elm St. Open stage acoustic gospel, folk, country, blues and bluegrass will be performed, starting at 7 p.m. Admission is free; donations are accepted to help with the upkeep of the historic building.

Go to www.franklingroveil.org for more information.

Upcoming: May 16 April 26 Performer at TNPS DIXON – Anne Hills will perform

For more information, find projectgennex on Facebook.

Friday and Saturday ‘Vagina Monologues’ reading STERLING – VDay Sterling will present readings of Eve Ensler’s award winning play “The Vagina Monologues� at 7 p.m. both days, at Sterling-Rock Falls YMCA, 412 First Ave. Tickets are $10, and may be purchased at the door or reserved by calling 815-543-0955.

Call 815-543-0955 or e-mail the organization at brandon. amy@gmail.com for more information on VDay Sterling.

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Anne Hills will perform at 7 p.m. April 26 at The Next Picture Show, 113 W. First St., Dixon. Tickets are $20. For reservations or more information, call TNPS at 815-285-4924. at 7 p.m. at The Next Picture Show, 113 W. First St. Raised in Michigan, Hills attended Interlochen Arts Academy, where she formed her first folk trio. She also was the female vocalist with the Big Band that turned out future jazz performers Peter Erskine, Bob Mintzer and Chris Brubeck.

She moved to Chicago’s fertile folk scene in 1976 and co-founded the folklore center Hogeye Music, still a force in the Chicago music scene.

Tickets are $20.

For reservations or more information, call 815-285-4924.

June 8 Free pops concert in Clinton CLINTON. Iowa – The Clinton Symphony Orchestra, which includes in its ranks many musicians from the Sauk Valley, presents its annual free pops concert at 6:30 p.m. in Riverview Park.

Go to www.clintonsymphony. org for more information.

CREATIVE WRITING Saturday and April 19 Club meets in Dixon DIXON – The Sauk Creative Writer’s Group is looking for new members interested in helping others with their manuscripts, screenplays, short stories, flash fiction and poetry. The group meets from 2 to 4 p.m., every other Saturday at Books on First in downtown Dixon.

The meetings provide writers a chance to meet others working on similar projects and to provide and receive valuable feedback on how to improve.

For more information, email Greg Smith at saukwritersgroup@gmail.com.

DANCE April 19 Workshop at Woodlawn STERLING – Guest artists Angie S. Keneipp and Kimmy Pendzimaz will work on technique and skills with students, including the genres of jazz, modern, contemporary and lyrical, during a workshop from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the J. Mark Beaty Performance Center at Woodlawn Arts Academy, 3807 Woodlawn Road.

There will be a strong emphasis on turns, leaps, kicks and progressions. Participants are being asked to bring a lunch for a special “Lunch and Learn� session with the artists. This time will allow participants to ask the dancers questions and learn about becoming professional dancers and teachers.

This workshop is open to all dancers age 6 through adult, and is not limited to Woodlawn Dance Academy students.

Tuition is $75.

Go to apm.activecommunities. com/woodlawnarts, call 815626-4278 or visit the main office to register for the workshop.

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In Sterling STERLING – The Twin City Market is open from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, year round, in the historic Twin City Produce Building, 106 Ave. A. Find the market on Facebook, go to www.twincityfarmersmarket.com, or call 815-499-7268 for a list of vendors, upcoming events and more information.

DOWNTOWN EVENTS April 11 Celebrating Dixon’s history DIXON – The annual Founders’ Day Celebration, sponsored by BorgWarner, will be a luncheon event at the Loveland Community House starting at 11:30 a.m.

Lunch will be provided by Ginko Tree Cafe and is $5 per person.

A program on the early physicians in Dixon and the beginning of KSB Hospital will begin at noon. The Langan Award winner will be honored for the most outstanding local historian, and the McAlpine Award winner for reinvestment in a downtown building.

The celebration falls on the same day that John Dixon, the namesake and founder of the city of Dixon, settled with his wife Rebecca and their children in 1830 near what is now the corner of First Street and Peoria Avenue in downtown Dixon.

Admission to the event and the Loveland Community House is free.

April 12 Second Saturdays in Dixon DIXON – Second Saturdays Art Happenings, featuring art, music and other cultural events, returns to various venues, mostly from 6 to 8 p.m. downtown, between First and Second streets and Peoria and Galena avenues.

Go to www.Second-Saturdays. com or find the event on Facebook for a complete schedule and more details.

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FUN FOR A CAUSE Friday Fundraiser dance for teen group DIXON – A ’60s teen dance to benefit Project GenNex will be from 7 to 10:30 p.m. at Rosbrook Studio, 107 S. Peoria Ave. The project goal is to open a youth center in the city. Admission is free, but donations will be accepted to help the project.

A $10 gift card to Mama Cimino’s will be awarded to the person with the best 1960s costume. Cimino’s will vend food at the event.

Saturday Shrimp and chili fundraiser DIXON – The Dixon Rotary Club is planning its annual Community Shrimp Boil and Chili Bowl Fundraiser from 5 to 8:30 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 506 W. Third Street. The fundraiser is used to support Rotary Club events and projects, including college scholarships.

The event also features a raffle, with the drawing to be held at 7:45 p.m., featuring a variety of raffle and auction items. Carryout orders are available from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults, $5 for ages 6-12 and children 5 and under eat for free.

For more information or to order tickets, call Melissa Glessner at 815-285-0211.

FOR HISTORY LOVERS Helpers wanted in Oregon OREGON – A continuing program of showcasing the heritage of Ogle County, the people, and their skills that built the county in the period from 1800 to 1950 will be portrayed in June at the Ogle County Historical Society’s Nash Museum.

The talents of artisans and portrayals of historic individuals will highlight the June gathering.

Anyone with the ability to recreate the historic ways the needs of daily life were met during this time period is welcome to participate.

It is still possible for new participants to take part in the Historical Society program. Opportunites to demonstrate skills from the 1800s and early 1900s, depict an historic figure, create period costumes, or work in the background for support are available.

Go to www.oglecountyhistoricalsociety.com or call 815-9734773 for more information.

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As we begin the second quarter of 2014, I thought it appropriate to share with you some of the better records I’ve listened to so far this year.

It’s been a much better start to the year in music than in 2013, which was kind of a down year for music. There already has been a good number of albums that have caught my attention this year.

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Thursday, April 3, 2014

MOVIE REVIEW | ‘CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE WINTER SOLDIER’

Marvel’s latest sequel not up to snuff

BY ROGER MOORE MCT News Service

‘Captain America: The Winter Soldier’

T

he superhuman efforts director Joe Johnston made to persuade Chris Evans to re-enlist in the comic book movie universe as “Captain America� pay more dividends in “Captain America: The Winter Soldier.�

Evans, that perfect specimen of American manhood, really sells the earnestness, the dry wit, the sense of duty and righteousness of the icon of American values that he represents in this sequel, even if Johnston isn’t around to direct it.

And it’s great that “The Winter Soldier� is actually about something, a comic book spin on privacy and civil liberties issues straight out of today’s data mining headlines. It’s a freedom vs. fear movie, liberty vs. “order.�

There are clever ways the story folds back into the first “Captain America� film’s world, great effects and a retro-future tech that is fascinating.

But “The Winter Soldier� lacks that lumpin-the-throat heart that Evans, Johnston and company brought to the first “Captain America.�

The co-directors of “You,

2 1/2 stars (Grade: C-plus) Cast: Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson, Samuel L. Jackson, Robert Redford, Cobie Smulders, Anthony Mackie Directed by Anthony Russo and Joe Russo, scripted by Stephen McFeely and Christopher Markus. A Marvel Studios/Disney release.

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Chris Evans and Scarlett Johansson in “Captain America: The Winter Soldier.�

Me and Dupree,� Anthony Russo and Joe Russo, serve up a pretty generic sequel, with inconsequential villains and predictable flourishes, an epic whose epic effects lack grandeur.

From its quasi-fascist logo and overly-imposing D.C. headquarters to the Stalinesque uniform that Nick Fury (Samuel L. Jackson) sports, S.H.I.E.L.D. (“Strategic Hazard Intervention Espionage Logistics Directorate� in the comics) is plainly a multi-

national agency that’s reaching beyond its “fight evil, protect Earth� mandate. Robert Redford plays Alexander Pierce, the fellow who lords over the directorate of this ever-burgeoning security empire.

Nick Fury barely has time to fret over the idea that “to build a really better world, sometimes that means you have to tear the old one down,� when he’s attacked. The Captain, Steve Rogers (Evans), and Black Widow, Nata-

sha Romanoff (Scarlett Johansson) set out to unravel this mystery, who the new menace is and what the enemy’s masked “Winter Soldier� super-warrior has in his bag of tricks.

Johansson, who has no hint of a Russian accent this time (not a bad move, considering how Russians are regarded this spring), makes an apt, super-sexy sparring partner for the Captain.

She’s constantly suggesting he get back on the dating scene – in

munity College will welcome the public to “rethink their role,� as it presents the Tunnel of Oppression for a fourth year in SVCC’s east mall and Mathis Theatre, 173 state Route 2. The last two walkthroughs are today from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. and 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Tunnel of Oppression is a free, interactive event that highlights contemporary issues of oppression. The event is designed to introduce participants to the concepts of oppression, privilege, and power. Participants are guided through a series of scenes that aim to educate and challenge them to think more deeply about issues of oppression.

More than 35 student and community actors will portray scenarios and skits displaying ableism, heterosexism, sexism, classism, ageism, and religious oppression.

Following the program, facilitators will help participants reflect on their experiences and put their newfound knowledge to use in their everyday lives.

Following the tours and skits, a presentation will be given by Roy Juarez Jr., who will share his experiences as a homeless teenager who cared for two younger siblings, and soon became a college graduate and president of America’s Business Leaders.

According to a news release, the purpose of the event is to allow people who might never have been placed in these types of situations to obtain a sense of what it actually feels like to be oppressed through the sights and sounds they experience. It also will allow participants to view discrimination from a different perspective.

The Tunnel of Oppression is open to everyone, although material is not recommended for young children.

For more information, call 815835-6293.

April 25 and 26 Signup open in Dixon DIXON – Sellers can register until April 18 for the annual Dixon citywide garage sales, set for April 25 and 26.

The cost to register a sale is $20, which includes a listing and a description of the sale. Sales will be distributed at www.dixonmainstreet. com and www.facebook.com/dixonmainstreet, as well as through the Telegraph, and at select businesses during the week of the sale.

Sales will take place, regardless of the weather. To register, visit the above websites, or pick up forms at Roxie’s, 302 W. First St.; Waterfront Gifts & Antiques. 212 W. First St.; or Books on First, 202 W. First St. For more information, contact mainst@grics.net or 815-288-2308.

May 9-11 Sales planned in Rock Falls ROCK FALLS – The Rock Falls Chamber of Commerce Spring Garage Sale Days will be May 9-11 in Rock Falls and Sterling.

Seller registration with the chamber is due by April 28. The cost is $10, and includes two garage sale signs, tips, and the sale’s address placement on printed maps for distribution and online. A limited number of feature ads are available on the back of the maps for $10 each. Late registrations will be accepted through May 5 for $15.

Go to http://rockfallschamber.com/2014%20spring%20 garage%20sales%20flier.pdf to download a registration form.

Forms can be mailed to Rock Falls Chamber, 601 W. 10th St., Rock Falls, IL 61071, or dropped off at the chamber office.

Free maps will be available for sellers and shoppers no earlier than noon May 8 at Shell gas stations in Rock Falls and Sterling, and at the Mobil station in Rock Falls. Maps also will be posted online, and can be printed from computers. For more information, call the chamber at 815-625-4500.

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ence involving Redford (fairly bland in this part) and the other governing execs of S.H.I.E.L.D. Worst cameo is Garry Shandling, as a senator who apparently has been using Kim Novak’s botox team.

And that message – that we’re more likely to give up our freedoms by consent than by force – is not a bad one to hammer home.

But “The Winter Soldier� has long, talky, dead stretches. It’s emotionally flat, a lot closer to Evans’ “Fantastic Four� films or the “Thor� sequel than it is to “Captain America: The First Avenger,� or “The Avengers.� It’s OK for April, in other words, but not up to the higher standards of a Marvel summer blockbuster.

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between epic brawls with legions of foes.

Not that the Captain doesn’t notice women – his nurse-neighbor, for instance (Emily VanCamp).

The fights are spectacular combinations of digitally augmented stunt-work. The directors and screenwriters find all manner of new ways for the Captain’s shield to pay off, and Evans and Johansson make these shooting, strangling punch-outs cool.

Anthony Mackie shows up as a potential new sidekick, which only calls attention to the question, “Hey, where are Captain America’s OTHER Avenger pals in this hour of crisis?�

The best new effect is a holographic teleconfer-

Running time: 2:16 MPAA rating: PG-13 for intense sequences of violence, gunplay and action throughout The movie opens this weekend at Carmike Sauk Valley 8 in Sterling. Go to www.carmike.com for showtimes and other movies on screen this week.

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is offered at 7 p.m. every Tuesday at Charlie’s Bar and Grill, 123 W. Market St. Saturday Party with the James Gang OREGON – Karaoke with the James Gang from 8 p.m. to midnight at the Roadhouse, 807 S. 7th St. Email jamesgang1996@gmail.com for more information.

Upcoming: 8 p.m. to midnight April 11 at Dixon VFW, 1560 Franklin Grove Road; 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. April 12, Messie’s Bar and Grill, 117 N. River Road, Oregon; 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. April 19 at Ralphie and Lu Lu’s, 812 Main St., Ashton; and 8 p.m. to midnight April 26, Slurp and Burp, 4319 S. Loran Road, Pearl City.

Sketch comedy series ‘Key and Peele’ gets comedy nod MCT News Service

OPEN MIC Musicians welcome in Mount Carroll MOUNT CARROLL – Open mic is on tap at 4 p.m. every Sunday at Charlie’s Bar and Grill, 123 W. Market St

THEATER April 12, 13 and 18 Final days of Christ STERLING – A large group of volunteers from Sterling and Rock Falls and surrounding areas, along with Newman Central Catholic High School, are making final preparations for their presentation “The Mystery of the Passion of Christ� a stage production depicting the final days of the life of Jesus Christ.

The drama is based on the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John and was written by Father Francis Wawryszuk, who also directs the production. Francis is the pastor of St. Catherine Church in Prophetstown and St. Ambrose Church in Erie.

There will be three performances at the Centennial Auditorium in Sterling High School, 1608 Fourth Ave. The first two performances will be held on Palm Sunday weekend, with the first at 7 p.m.

April 12 and the second held at 3 p.m. April 13. The final performance will be at 5 p.m. April 18, Good Friday. Admission is a free will offering.

NEW YORK – Winners of the 73rd annual George Foster Peabody Awards were announced Wednesday on “CBS This Morning,� with a record 46 series, specials and reports from television, radio and the Web being honored for excellence in 2013.

There were some old favorites among the television honorees, but for the most part the Peabody board looked beyond the obvious favorites and saved most of its recognition for slightly under-the-radar newcomers.

FX’s “The Bridge,� a murder mystery set on the U.S.-Mexico border, was praised for its “rare, nonstereotypical depiction of two cultures.�

BBC America scored two wins, one for the inventive “Orphan Black,� whose lead Tatiana Maslany was hailed as a “marvel,� and another for the brooding smalltown murder mystery “Broadchurch.�

A trio of political dramas – “House of Cards�

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AMC’s Emmy-winning “Breaking Bad,� singled out for its “stunning brand of visual storytelling and meticulous character development,� rounded out the list of winning dramas.

On the comedy side, honorees include Netflix’s prison serial “Orange is the New Black,� praised for its insight into “the politics ... of mass incarceration,� and Comedy Central’s “broad and incisive� sketch series “Key & Peele.�

The Peabody Awards also recognize excellence in nonfiction programming. The PBS documentary series “Frontline� was honored for the special “League of Denial: The NFL’s Concussion Crisis,� about traumatic brain injury among professional football players. Also on PBS, “Independent Lens� picked up Peabodys for three of its documentaries: “How to Survive a Plague,� about the AIDS activist group ACT UP; “The House I Live In,� about the human toll of the war on drugs; and

“The War Within,� about rape in the military.

HBO picked up awards for the documentaries “Six by Sondheim,� which profiles the Broadway composer Stephen Sondheim; “Life According to Sam,� the story of a teenager with progeria; and “Mea Maxima Culpa: Silence in the House of God,� which focuses on a Milwaukee priest who abused hundreds of deaf children.

Also honored were the nonfiction series “The Story of Film� (TCM), “Anthony Bourdain Parts Unknown� (CNN) and “Latino Americans� and “The African Americans: Many Rivers to Cross� (both PBS).

Former NBC anchor Tom Brokaw received a personal Peabody honoring his journalistic achievements.

The Peabody Awards ceremony will take place May 19 and will be hosted by “This American Life’s� Ira Glass.

Highlights from the ceremony will be broadcast later this year on the cable network Pivot.

The complete list of winners is available at http://www.peabodyawards.com/stories/ story/2013-peabodywinners

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High court further eases grip on big donors Ruling will allow wealthiest to pour millions into candidate, party coffers WASHINGTON (AP) – The Supreme Court’s conservative majority voted Wednesday to free wealthy donors to give to as many political candidates and campaigns as they want, further loosening the reins on giving

by big contributors as the 2014 campaign moves into high gear.

It was a fresh declaration by the 5-4 majority that many limits on big-money contributions violate the givers’ constitutional free-speech rights, con-

tinuing a steady erosion of the restrictions under Chief Justice John Roberts. The biggest of those rulings was the 2010 decision in the Citizens United case that lifted restrictions on independent spending by corporations and labor unions.

Wednesday’s ruling voided the overall federal limit on individuals’

contributions – $123,200 in 2013 and 2014 – and may have more symbolic than substantive importance in a world in which millions in unlimited donations from liberal and conservative spenders already are playing a major role in campaigns.

The ruling will allow the wealthiest contributors to pour millions of dol-

lars into candidate and party coffers, although those contributions will be subject to disclosure under federal law, unlike much of the big money that independent groups spend on attack ads.

The early beneficiaries could be the political parties, which have lost influence amid the rise of independent spending, and

challengers who may have been cut off from getting money from wealthy contributors who previously hit the cap that the court invalidated Wednesday.

Roberts said the aggregate limits do not act to prevent corruption or the appearance of corruption, the rationales the court has upheld as justifying contribution limits.

CHILE

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Damage, toll small for size of quake

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IQUIQUE, Chile (AP) – Hard-won expertise and a big dose of luck helped Chile escape its latest magnitude-8.2 earthquake with surprisingly little damage and death.

The country that suffers some of the world’s most powerful quakes has strict building codes, mandatory evacuations and emergency preparedness that sets a global example. But Chileans weren’t satisfied Wednesday, finding much room for improvement. And experts warn that a “seismic gap� has left northern Chile overdue for a far bigger quake.

Authorities on Wednesday discovered just six reported deaths from the previous night’s quake.

It’s possible that other people were killed in older structures made of adobe in remote communities that weren’t immediately accessible, but it’s still a very low toll for such a powerful shift in the undersea fault that runs along the length of South America’s Pacific coast.

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Fishermen look to salvage any remains Wednesday in the port of Iquique, Chile. Authorities discovered surprisingly light damage Wednesday from a magnitude-8.2 quake that struck Tuesday evening in the Pacific Ocean, near the mining port of Iquique, a northern coastal city of nearly 200,000 people. “How much is it luck?

How much is it science?

How much is it preparedness? It is a combination of all of the above. I think what we just saw here is pure luck. Mostly, it is luck that the tsunami was not bigger and that it hit a fairly isolated area of Chile,� said Costas Synolakis, an engineer who directs the Tsunami

Research Center at the University of Southern California.

Chile is one of the world’s most seismic countries and is particularly prone to tsunamis, because of the way the Nazca tectonic plate plunges beneath the South American plate, pushing the towering Andes cordillera ever higher.

MONEY & MARKETS The following stock quotations, as of 5 p.m., are provided as a community service by Chad Weigle of Edward Jones, Dixon and Raymond James and Associates, Sterling.

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t’s never too early for a Cubs fan to give up, because it’s never too early for the Cubs to give up.

The Cubs were again built to stink in 2014, and boy, did the offense ever live down to that in the opener in Pittsburgh.

And here’s the thing: The more Anthony Rizzo stinks, the more Theo Epstein’s and Jed Hoyer’s credibility fractures.

Epstein and Hoyer have been part of two and three organizations that breathlessly went after Rizzo, breathlessly pumped him up, and breathlessly waited for him to deliver.

But he hasn’t delivered.

Not much, anyway. Certainly not enough for a heart-of-the-order hitter.

Waiting. Wait. Ing. This isn’t just about Rizzo’s going 0-for-3 with runners in scoring position in the opener, although that extends a lousy 2013 into 2014.

And this isn’t just about Rizzo joining Starlin Castro as part of a failing heart of the order, extending the shortstop’s own pathetic 2013 into a new season.

No, this is about a Cubs farm system everyone raves about. Epstein and Hoyer are selling hope. It’s all they have. It’s all the Cubs ever have. But this is a different type of hope: a farm system that will save the franchise from another century of embarrassment.

Epstein, Hoyer, and scouting director Jason McLeod were the guys who picked and developed Rizzo at two or more stops.

They’re also the guys who picked and/or will develop Javier Baez, Albert Almora, Kris Bryant and Jorge Soler, among others.

Everybody loves those guys. Every scouting service raves about the Cubs’ explosively great system.

Depending where you shop, Baez ranks at the top or near it on every list that rates major-league prospects. Bryant ranks among the top 10 on most lists, as well, and Albert Almora shows up in the top 25.

Phenomenal stuff. I hope that’s right. I hope Epstein and Hoyer know what they’re doing, even though they’ve never razed an organization and then raised a championship banner.

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Rockets re-launched Diaz, Oquendo return to alma mater to coach girls track

BY BRIAN WEIDMAN bweidman@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5551

It wasn’t that long ago Brian Diaz and Jose Oquendo were track and field standouts at Rock Falls High School.

Now, the brothers are in the business of helping others follow in their footsteps.

The 21-year-old Diaz is in his first year as head coach for the Rock Falls girls program.

He succeeded Chris Lacy, who resigned after a successful 9-year run with the Rockets.

Diaz currently attends Sauk Valley Community College, and plans to attend a to-be-determined 4-year university. He’ll study physical education, with the goal of becoming a teacher and a coach.

He’s already been a coach, for 2 years at Rock Falls Middle School in track, and 1 year at Challand Middle School in cross country. He’s also been part of the winter track and field program at the Westwood Sports Complex.

“I just love coaching,” Diaz said. “I love being a mentor to kids. I feel like that’s my calling, and I want to do that for the rest of my life.”

Oquendo, 28, has also coached at Westwood, as well as at St. Andrew’s Middle School. Being an assistant coach for Diaz works perfectly for him, as his plate is otherwise full. He works in receiving at the Walmart Distribution Center, and he and his wife, Laura, have two sons, Adan, 6, and Alex, 3.

“I thought about putting in my application to be the head coach,” Oquendo said, “but it was just too much. Knowing Brian was the head coach, that made it easier for me.”

Diaz and Oquendo both had decorated careers at Rock Falls.

When Diaz was a sophomore, he teamed with Alec Dorathy,

Zohar Burciaga and Tyler Barnes to win the Class 1A 800 relay at the state meet with a time of 1 minute, 29.1 seconds.

Oquendo won nine state medals during his time as a Rocket, including state titles in the 100 (10.69) and 200 (22.02) as a senior in 2004. He is the school record holder in the 100 (10.33), 200 (21.4) and long jump (22 feet, 8 inches).

The duo’s area of expertise will be in the sprints and jumps, and Diaz will also help with the throws. Mark Truesdell is the staff long-distance coach, while

Mitch Saad coaches the middledistance runners.

Diaz is confident everybody on the track team will receive plenty of attention from the coaching staff.

“There’s nobody that’s going to be left behind,” Diaz said. “If somebody calls me up and says, ‘Coach, I want to go lift,’ I live just down the road from here.”

The one event that’s not covered by the girls coaching staff, albeit temporarily, is the pole vault.

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Just like riding a bike for Hoffert BV junior wins high jump after long hiatus

BY PATRICK PETROSKY ppetrosky@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085 ext. 5550

STERLING – Some things never change.

For Bureau Valley junior Lindsey Hoffert, leaving the high jump for more than 2 years didn’t change her form ... or her natural talent for it.

At the last minute, she decided to jump Wednesday evening at the Rosenberry Classic, and ended up winning the event with a leap of 5 feet, 1 inch. The unsuspectMichael Krabbenhoeft/mkrabbenhoeft@saukvalley.com ing victory was 2 inches Erie-Prophetstown’s Corrie Reiley (right) crosses better than runner-up the finish line in front of a lapped Fulton runner to Courtney Kruthoff of win the 3,200 relay at the Rosenberry Classic on Erie-Prophetstown.

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me into high jump to try and get a couple points, and I ended up winning it overall,” Hoffert said. “I haven’t practiced it at all since freshman year.

“We’re not going to do this every meet, but if I continue to keep getting better, then we’ll keep doing it to see what happens.”

In her more familiar event, Hoffert easily won the long jump. Her 16-9 was nearly 2 full feet

better than runner-up Lauren Claus of Riverdale (14-10).

“I’m hoping to hit 17 feet,” Hoffert said. “I haven’t yet, but it’s just form and my steps getting intact, so I just have to work on that.”

Hoffert nearly won a third event, but her time of 28.73 seconds in the 200-meter dash was bested by Amboy’s Erika Zimmerlein’s 27.75 Hoffert’s efforts helped lead the Storm to second place behind Erie-Prophetstown in the meet featuring a field of eight Three Rivers teams.

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Boys head coach Eric Bontz, however, is a vaulter, and Diaz is learning the ins and outs of the event from his colleague.

“I’m actually learning how to pole vault so I can teach it,” Diaz said.

“I’m not going to teach something I don’t know for myself.”

Like most area track coaches, Diaz is eager to get his team outdoors on a regular basis, to see what they are really capable of. Early results have been promising.

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This year, they are under one umbrella, the Rock Falls Jets. It’s a move Diaz pushed for, unsuccessfully, when he coached at Rock Falls Philip Marruffo/pmarruffo@saukvalley.com Middle School.

New Rock Falls girls head track coach Brian Diaz “Finally when I left, goes through drills with his team during practice they decided they wantWednesday afternoon at Hinders Field. ed to do it, and I’m glad they did,” Diaz said. junior sprinter, was “They’re an awesome, “We’ll be on the same encouraged to try the tri- strong group of girls,” ple jump by her coaches. Diaz said, “and I’m excit- page coaching-wise, and it’s really going to ed to work with them.”

She tried it at an indoor help with camaraderie Long-term, Diaz also meet at Westwood and sees the track program and team unity. I’m just went 34 feet, breaking headed in the right so excited about everythe school record by direction. Before this more than 13 inches. thing we’re doing.”

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WEDNESDAY’S SCOREBOARD Baseball Wednesday’s results at LaMoille

AMBOY 13, LAMOILLE 0, 5 inn. !MBOY ˆ ,A-OILLE ˆ W – Tim Clark. L – Lovgren.

AMBOY #LARK )0 2 ( 3/ "" Multi hits – #HRIS *ONES 7ILL #ROWNHART RBI – .ATE 2INARD *ONES #ROWNHART at Lanark

NEWMAN 8, EASTLAND 6 .EWMAN ˆ %ASTLAND ˆ W – 1UINCY #OOMES L – !USTIN 7EAVER NEWMAN (1-2) #OOMES )0 2 %2 ( 3/

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Softball Wednesday’s results at LaMoille

AMBOY 19, LAMOILLE 0, 5 inn. !MBOY ˆ ,A-OILLE ˆ W – $ESTINEE /ENES L – Emily Fahs.

AMBOY (2-0) /ENES )0 2 ( 3/ "" AND +AITLYN ,IEBING Multi hits – Madeline Ely

,IEBING #OURTNEY 2HINE -ICAELA -C#OY 2B – %LY 2HINE at Lanark

NEWMAN 14, EASTLAND 10 .EWMAN ˆ %ASTLAND ˆ W – ,AYKN 7ALDSCHMIDT L – "UBBY Doubler.

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MORRISON 15, WEST CARROLL 3, 5 inn.

-ORRISON ˆ 7EST #ARROLL ˆ W – Lauren Pannier. L – Abby Maike.

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Boys tennis Wednesday’s results at East Moline

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LOCAL SPORTS

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GIRLS ROUNDUP

Fillies silence Thunder on road Clippers, Comets pick up softball victories; Sterling soccer rolls "Y 36- 3PORTS 3TAFF

Emma Sitzmore tripled and drove in four runs to lead Morrison to a 15-3 victory against West Carroll on Wednesday in Thomson.

Also for the Fillies (4-0), Rachel Davis drove in three runs, while Shannon Finneran and Chelsea Eads added two RBIs apiece.

Lauren Pannier got the win, allowing three runs and six hits in three innings. Lauren Rice tossed two scoreless innings in relief.

West Carroll (2-6) led 3-1 after one inning, but couldn’t keep pace. Brianna Kampmeier had three hits for the Thunder, while Abby Maike and Anna Badtke added two each.

Amboy 19, LaMoille 0: Destinee Oenes tossed a 2-hitter for the Clippers in a run-rule

Wednesday’s stars Rosa Sanchez 3TERLING SOCCER GOALS ASSIST Emma Sitzmore, Morrison SOFTBALL " 2")S Destinee Oenes, Amboy SOFTBALL HIT SHUTOUT +S

hits for the Comets, while Stacia Walter and Mary Alice Oswalt added two each.

Sammy Sohl and Makenzie Fink each had two hits for Eastland (1-1). Bubby Doubler drove in three runs.

Track & field

deicision against the Lions in LaMoille.

Oenes struck out seven batters and didn’t walk any.

Madeline Ely, Kaitlyn Liebing and Courtney Rhine each had three hits for Amboy (2-0).

Newman 14, Eastland 10:

Laykn Waldschmidt tossed 2 1/3 innings of scoreless relief as the Comets rallied past the Cougars in Lanark.

Newman (1-2) trailed 10-5 after four innings, but took control with eight runs in the top of the fifth. Jenna Stevens had three

Thunder second at Dittmar:

Courtney Boyer and Allison Barr each won two events to lead West Carroll to second place in the 5-team Dittmar Classic in Milledgeville Galena-River Ridge-East Dubuque won with 121 points, five more than the Thunder.

Rounding out the field were Lena-Winslow (102), Milledgeville (81) and Polo-Forreston (64).

Boyer won the 100 high hurdles (16.9 seconds) and 300 lows (55.2), while Barr took the 200

(29.39) and long jump (15 feet, 1 1/2 inches). West Carroll also won the 400 (54.66) and 800 (1:59.12) relays.

Milledgeville had three champs. They were Megan Schmieder in the 3,200 (14:22), Miranda Grisham in the 100 (13.04), and Elivia Medina in the triple jump (28-11).

First-place finishers for PoloForreston were Josie Pasch in the 400 (1:10.38) and Courtney Wolf in the high jump (4-6).

Soccer

Sterling 5, Woodstock North 0:

Rosa Sanchez scored four goals and assisted on the fifth as the Golden Warriors rolled to victory in their home opener.

Kaitlyn Bauer scored the other goal for Sterling (1-2), and also doled out two assists. Alyssia Diaz added an assist.

BOYS ROUNDUP

Comets hang on to knock off Cougars Clippers’ Clark fires five-inning no-hitter; Dixon, Sterling tennis fall 36- 3PORTS 3TAFF

Wednesday’s stars

Elias Edmondson, Alex Buhler, Tim Clark, Amboy baseball, and Ricky Rank each had two hits as Newman posted an 8-6 INNING NO HITTER victory against Eastland on Quincy Coomes .EWMAN BASEBALL COMPLETE GAME Wednesday in Lanark.

VICTORY Trevor Bolin knocked in a pair of runs for the Comets (1-2).

Sam Bratt $IXON TENNIS WON Quincy Coomes (1-0) went the .O SINGLES MATCH distance, allowing six runs (four earned), 12 hits and one walk, had two hits for Eastland (1-1). while striking out six.

Amboy 13, LaMoille 0, 5 inn.: Devin Hartman, Chase Giedd Tim Clark tossed a 5-inning noand Brighton Haverland each hitter as the Clippers blanked

the Lions in LaMoille.

Clark struck out nine batters and walked one.

Offensively, Nate Rinard and Chris Jones each drove in three runs, while Will Crownhart added two.

Tennis United Township 5, Dixon 1:

Sam Bratt won a match at No. 2 singles for the Dukes’ lone point against the Panthers in East Moline.

Zach Healy and Justin Wilson dropped three-set tiebreakers at No. 3 and No. 6 singles, respectively.

Doubles matches were called off due to rain.

Freeport 9, Sterling 0: The Golden Warriors lost to the Pretzels in a match postponed from Tuesday.

Gage Bright lost a 10-6 decision at No. 6 singles for Sterling to account for the closest match.

at Freeport

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Girls track Wednesday’s results at Westwood Sports Complex, Sterling

Rosenberry Classic

Team results %RIE 0ROPHETSTOWN "UREAU 6AL LEY !MBOY -ORRISON 0RINCETON &ULTON 5NITY #OOP 2IVERDALE .EWMAN 3200 – 2EGAN 7EIDNER "6 %MILY (ANOVER %0 /LIVIA $E7ITTE %0 3200 relay – %RIE 0ROPHETSTOWN "RE ANNA *ENSEN +ASSI (ENRIKIN "ROOKE 2EMLEY #ORRIE 2EILEY !MBOY +AITLIN "OERS %RIN (OSTO -EGAN 'RADY

*ENNIFER 0OPOVICH "UREAU 6ALLEY 60 – #OURTNEY #OBERT %0 +ATELYNN 0ANKHURST ! %RIKA :IM MERMAN !

60 hurdles – +ASSIDEE #HURCH - (ANNAH "LACKLOCK - -ADDIE &RINGER %0 800 – 2EILEY %0 -EGAN 'RADY ! (ENREKIN %0 400 – :OE -EAD 0 2ACHEL #OBERT %0 ,INDSEY (OFFERT "6

800 relay – %RIE 0ROPHETSTOWN # #OBERT

(EATHER 3TRIKE #OURTNEY +RUTHOFF 2 #OBERT "UREAU 6ALLEY -ORRI SON 2EBECCA *OHNSON "RANDI (OSFORD ,IL LIAN -AXFIELD ,AKIN 'OODMAN 1600 – !VERI ,EITZEN & *OR DAN 0RICE & 2EILEY 200 – %RIKA :IMMERLEIN !

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,AKIN 'OODMAN High jump – (OFFERT "6 +RUTHOFF %0 ,AURA 2IEKER !

Long jump – (OFFERT "6 ,AU REN #LAUS 2 4AYLOR 7EATH ERINGTON 0 Pole vault – !LLISA $E3HANE %0 !SHLYNN 3TEEL %0 Shot put – #OLBI 3HERTZ 0 !LYSSA (OWELL %0 #HELSEA ,ESN IEWSKI & Triple jump – 2 #OBERT %0 (OSFORD - (ELENA !RNDADOT TIR "6 at Milledgeville

Dittmar Classic

Team scores 'ALENA 2IVER 2IDGE %AST $UBUQUE

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-ILLEDGEVILLE 0OLO &ORRESTON 3,200 relay – 'ALENA 400 relay – 7EST #ARROLL 3,200 – -EGAN 3CHMIEDER -

(ALEY #ISKETTI 0& 100 hurdles – #OURTNEY "OYER 7#

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#OURTNEY 'REENFIELD ,7 300 hurdles – "OYER 7#

3TOUFFER ,7 1,600 – (AYLEY %INSWEILER '!,

.OELLE 2EESE '!, 200 – !LLISON "ARR 7# %RICA 7ALLS 7# 1,600 relay – ,ENA 7INSLOW High jump n #OURTNEY 7OLF 0&

(AYLEY "ALLARD 7# Long jump – "ARR 7#

'RISHAM - Triple jump – %LIVIA -EDINA -

+ATIE 3CHNITZLER '!, Shot put – ,AUREN (AAS '!,

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Photos by Michael Krabbenhoeft/mkrabbenhoeft@saukvalley.com

ABOVE: Fulton’s Breanna Eissens (left) and Erie-Prophetstown’s Marisela Herrera run in the second preliminary heat of the 60-meter hurdles Wednesday during the Rosenberry Classic at Westwood Sports Complex in Sterling.

BELOW: Bureau Valley and Amboy runners exchange the baton during a handoff in the 3,200 relay Wednesday at Westwood.

Relays pave way for Erie-Prophetstown title HIATUS

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BV scored 95 points, well behind winner ErieProphetstown; the Panthers finished with 152 points and won six of the 15 events.

Amboy placed third (67 points), Morrison was fourth (44), Fulton took sixth (27), and Newman was eighth (7).

Just like last year when they placed second at the Class 1A state meet, strong relays were key for the Panthers. They won two of the three relays, and took second in the 1,600 relay to the Storm.

Junior Corrie Reiley was a key performer for EP, running in the 3,200 and 1,600 relays, as well as winning the 800 and taking third in the 1,600. “Our relays are really

strong,� Reiley said. “We try to build up some good runners and put them into different spots. Our 4x8 didn’t have to run as hard tonight, and our coach saved us for other events.

Some of our basketball girls are just getting back from our 2-week late start.

Our times are all right there, and my time is actually better then what it was last year at this time.�

Courtney Cobert also won multiple events for the Panthers, taking the 60-meter dash and running in the victorious 800 relay. But she twisted her ankle trying to avoid going outside her lane as she finished her 800 relay leg, and was forced to sit out of the 1,600 relay.

Her sister, Rachel, anchored the 800 relay, and also took home the triple jump crown, leaping 33-6. She also grabbed

second in the 400, barely getting beaten out by Princeton’s Zoe Mead (59.59) by .64 seconds.

Morrison freshman Kassidee Church easily took home a first place ribbon in the 60 high hurdles, edging out teammate Hannah Blacklock by nearly a second. Blacklock had a much closer finish with Maddie Fringer from Erie-Prophetstown, as Fringer was .03 seconds behind Blacklock in third. “It’s awesome,� Church said. “I’m only a freshman, and used blocks for the first time today. I just need to work on getting my trail leg through better, and that should help me cut time and hopefully make state.�

Fulton’s highlight came in the 1,600, where sophomores Averi Leitzen (5:40.8) and Jordan Price (5:43.9) finished 1-2.

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WEDNESDAY’S SCOREBOARD Men’s basketball FINAL FOUR At AT&T Stadium Arlington, Texas National Semifinals Saturday’s games 5#ONN VS &LORIDA P M Kentucky (28-10) vs. Wisconsin (30-7), P M National Championship Monday, April 7 3EMIFINAL WINNERS P M

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Transactions BASEBALL American League 4!-0! "!9 2!93 ˆ !GREED TO TERMS with RHP Chris Archeran on six-year contract.

National League COLORADO ROCKIES — Placed RHP 4YLER #HATWOOD ON THE DAY $, RETROACTIVE TO -ARCH 2ECALLED 2(0 *ORDAN Lyles from Colorado Springs (PCL).

WASHINGTON NATIONALS — Placed C 7ILSON 2AMOS ON THE DAY $, RETROACtive to April 1. Recalled C Sandy Leon from Syracuse (IL).

BASKETBALL National Basketball Association MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES — Recalled G *AMAAL &RANKLIN FROM &ORT 7AYNE ."!$, FOOTBALL National Football League MIAMI DOLPHINS — Signed OL Jason Fox to a one-year contract. .%7 9/2+ ')!.43 ˆ 3IGNED $% 2OBERT Ayers. /!+,!.$ 2!)$%23 ˆ 3IGNED 2" *EREMY Stewart signed exclusive rights tender.

0)443"52'( 34%%,%23 ˆ !GREED TO TERMS WITH 72 $ARRIUS (EYWARD "EY ON A one-year contract.

WASHINGTON REDSKINS — Signed WR DeSean Jackson to a three-year contract.

Signed S Ryan Clark.

HOCKEY National Hockey League "5&&!,/ 3!"2%3 ˆ 3IGNED $ *AKE -C#ABE TO A THREE YEAR CONTRACT #()#!'/ ",!#+(!7+3 ˆ 2ECALLED & Joakim Nordstrom from Rockford (AHL).

Agreed to terms with D Stephen Johns on a two-year contract.

COLLEGE '%/2')! ˆ 3IGNED MEN S BASKETBALL coach Mark Fox to a two-year contract extension through the 2017-18 season.

Planting a seed Bulls keep pace in Eastern Conference race

BY K.C. JOHNSON #HICAGO 4RIBUNE

ATLANTA – NBA scoreboard watching is as much a part of the April sports calendar as the Masters and optimism quickly fading for Chicago baseball fans.

Publicly, the Bulls refuse to engage or indulge, at least in terms of aiming for a seed that would land what some may consider preferred playoff matchups. “Losing games to try to play somebody is soft,�

Joakim Noah said. “We’re not soft.�

This approach served the Bulls well in a teamoriented 105-92 victory over the Hawks on Wednesday night at Philips Arena, Tom Thibodeau’s 200th. As the Bulls kept pace with the Raptors in the race for the Eastern Conference’s third seed, the reeling Hawks fell into an eighthplace tie with the surging Knicks.

The Raptors hold the first tiebreaker over the Bulls. Not that the Bulls, who moved to a seasonhigh 11 games above .500, are paying attention. “We’re just trying to play good basketball,�

Noah said. “There’s no way we’re going to try to lose to match up against anybody. We’re going to keep playing our game, keep winning as much as we can and then I can’t wait for the playoffs.�

D.J. Augustin’s 23 points led six Bulls in double figures, as they shot 51.3 percent overall and 48 percent from beyond the arc. That included four 3-pointers from Augustin, who continues to bail out an offensivelychallenged team. “He has saved our season,� Thibodeau said.

Noah smiled his cat-

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Hawks forward Paul Millsap (4) attempts a shot as Bulls center Nazr Mohammed (48) and guard Jimmy Butler (21) defend during Wednesday’s game in Atlanta. The Bulls won 105-92.

Star of the game: D.J. !UGUSTIN "ULLS

points Up next: "UCKS AT "ULLS P M &RIDAY TV/Radio: WCIU/1000 AM ate-the-canary grin when asked about Augustin. “He looks pretty comfortable out there,� Noah said. “Real comfortable.

I hope he stays comfortable for a long time.�

Noah added 10 points, 10 rebounds and six assists, and Kirk Hinrich and Jimmy Butler scored 17 points apiece.

After a poor defensive first quarter in which the Bulls drifted, allowing Kyle Korver to knock down three 3-pointers, they tightened the screws and the Hawks didn’t crack 23 points in any of the final three periods.

“We’re real focused right now,� Augustin said. “We’re trying to finish the season strong.�

Augustin sprinkled his night with several highlight-worthy scores.

In the second quarter alone, he ball-faked Dennis Schroder into the air, drew contact, and still muscled home a linedrive jumper from 22 feet. Later in the period, he crossed over Lou Williams, faked a pass that froze Pero Antic, and scored on a finger roll. “It’s great to hear, but I don’t pay attention to that kind of stuff,�

Augustin said when told of Thibodeau’s savethe-season assessment. “These guys are a great team without me. I’m just trying to do what I can to help us win and go far in the playoffs.�

MLB ROUNDUP

Wild win for White Sox Twins’ pitching gaffes in 11th prove costly

BY COLLEEN KANE #HICAGO 4RIBUNE

CHICAGO – Leury Garcia filled in for Conor Gillaspie in the White Sox lineup Wednesday at U.S. Cellular Field because Gillaspie was out with the flu.

And more than 4 hours later, as the temperature began to dip below freezing, Garcia rescued a sparse, cold crowd when he scored the winning run on a wild pitch in a 7-6, 11-inning victory over the Twins.

Garcia reached on a bunt single down the third-base line on an 0-2 pitch against Twins reliever Samuel Deduno to open the inning. He advanced to second and third on a balk and a wild pitch, as Deduno struck out Adam Eaton and Marcus Semien.

Then, after an intentional walk to Jose Abreu, Garcia scored on a wildpitch ball four to Adam Dunn to win the game.

Garcia played second

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The White Sox’s Leury Garcia (28) celebrates with teammates after scoring in the 11th inning to end Wednesday’s game against the Twins in Chicago.

The White Sox won 7-6. base while Semien was moved from second to third to replace Gillaspie.

Garcia said the bunt was his call. “I’ve been working [on that bunt], and that was the perfect time to do it,�

Garcia said. “It was perfect. ‌ Two strikes, I was thinking I have to get on base.â€?

Cubs 3, Pirates 3: At press time, the Cubs and Pirates were tied heading into the 15th inning in Pittsburgh.

Front office credibility diminishing ROSENBLOOM

couple of those markers. Sure, it was only one CONTINUED FROM B1 game, Opening Day, but it was the first live They can be judged ammo Rizzo and Castro only when they do it ... faced since they declared or when it’s over and themselves done with all they’ve all been fired. But the bad stuff of 2013. there are markers along Oops. the way. Those markOr maybe that should ers speak to Epstein’s be ooooooops – one O for and Hoyer’s credibility, each of their combined because Cubs fans have 0-for-7 on Monday. to believe in something Rizzo and Castro besides beer and halter weren’t better than last season – the season in tops. which they enjoyed Rizzo and Castro are a

long-term contracts given

by Epstein and Hoyer.

So, it’s fair to wonder if Epstein and Hoyer are better than last season.

Can Cubs fans believe that Epstein’s and Hoyer’s young players who aren’t in the majors will be better than Epstein’s and Hoyer’s young players who are?

One thing I believe for sure: Being a Cubs fan ought to qualify as a condition for using medical marijuana.

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Zits® by Jerry Scott and Jim Borgman

Arlo & Janis by Jimmy Johnson Garfield by Jim Davis

Freshly Squeezed by Ed Stein Get Fuzzy by Darby Conley

Blondie by Dean Young & John Marshall

Wizard of Id by Brant Parker and Johnny Hart

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The Argyle Sweater by Scott Hilburn

Alley Oop by Dave Graue and Jack Bender

Bridge Frank & Ernest by Bob Thaves

With only two, he is a dead duck

Grizzwells by Bill Schorr

Evan Daugherty, a screenwriter, said, “Those are the two best words in English, ‘bidding’ and ‘war’.”

Well, he got it half right.

During the bridge war, the bidding usually provides useful information for one side or the other – as in this deal.

West leads the heart queen against four spades How should South plan the play?

After West opened one notrump, East was right to run, using a transfer.

East’s hand rated to be worthless in one no-trump, but would provide two or three trump tricks in two hearts. South intervened with two spades. West raised to three hearts with four-card support. North was tempted

to bid four spades, but he had no singleton, and knew that the usual approach after an opponent opens with a strong no-trump is to get into the auction, find a fit and

get out of the auction. It is rare that a game is makable.

So North settled for three spades. However, South, liking his hand, gave himself game.

Always check the high-card points, especially when an opponent opened. Here, only 16 are missing, so West is marked with all of the key honors, making him a candidate for an endplay.

South wins with his heart ace, cashes the spade ace (delighted to see East follow suit), takes the heart king, cashes dummy’s top clubs, and ruffs the club six in his hand. Then he leads a trump.

West wins, but has no riposte. Either he opens up diamonds, giving declarer a trick with his king, or he leads a heart, allowing South to sluff one of dummy’s diamonds and ruff in his hand. © 2014 UFS

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Your involvement can impact a child’s future.

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513 W. Second St. 815-284 2741 lovelandcommunity house.org.

The Ronald Reagan Boyhood Home seeks volunteer story tellers.

If you love public speaking and can weave a story that inspires emotion within your audience, we need you!

When you host guests in our visitors center or while touring the Reagan Home the stage is yours.

Enhance your job and school applications while developing skills with hands on experience you gain as a volunteer!

Visit reaganhome.org or call 815-2885176 to apply.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION

Call Now to Sell Your Items!

284-2222

The Bank of New York Mellon FKA The Bank of New York, as Successor Trustee to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as Trustee for the Certificateholders of CWABS Master Trust, Revolving Home Equity Loan Asset-Backed Notes, Series 2004-B; Plaintiff, VS. Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Betty Ann Mills a/k/a Betty A. Mills; Kevin Mills; Scott Mills; Kimberly Shuman; Lowell E. Mills; Defendants.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY - MORRISON, ILLINOIS URBAN FINANCIAL GROUP INC. PLAINTIFF VS THERESA DAVIS AKA TERESA DAVIS; LAURIE FERNANDEZ; JOAN GONZALEZ; CATHERINE COWHICK; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF CATHERINE E COWHICK, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; COLLEEN BUCKWALTER, SPECIAL ) REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF CATHERINE E COWHICK A/K/A CATHERINE ELAINE COWHICK, DECEASED; DEFENDANTS 12 CH 00176 819 EAST 15TH STREET STERLING, IL 61081 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on December 11, 2013, WHITESIDE COUNTY SHERIFF in WHITESIDE County, Illinois, will on May 1, 2014, in Whiteside County Courthouse, Third Floor Lobby 200 E. Knox Street, Morrison, IL 61270, at 10:00AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of WHITESIDE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment:

12 CH 151 NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to a judgment heretofore entered by the said court occurred in the above entitled cause, Sheriff Kelly C. Wilhelmi, Sheriff of Whiteside, Illinois, will on May 1, 2014, at the hour of 10:00 AM at Whiteside County Courthouse, Third Floor Lobby, 200 E. Knox St., Morrison, IL 61270, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate in the said judgment mentioned, situated in the County of Whiteside, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy such judgment to wit: C/K/A: 61081

209 West Grove Street, Coleta, IL

PIN: 04-16-226-008; 04-16-228-007

TAX NO. 11-22-108-010 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 819 EAST 15TH STREET STERLING, IL 61081

The person to contact regarding information regarding this property is: Sales Dept., The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140, Chicago, IL 60603. Any questions regarding this sale should refer to file number W12-1133.

The terms of the sale are Cash. 10% at time of sale, with the balance due within 24 hours. The property is improved by: SFH. The Property is not open for inspection prior to sale.

The real estate, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and tenements, hereditament and appurtenances thereunto belonging shall be sold under such terms.

The Wirbicki Law Group LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone: 312-360-9455 Fax: 312-572-7823 W12-1133 pleadings.il@wirbickilaw.com I596742

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Description of Improvements: WHITE, ALUMINUM SIDING, 1 STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH A ONE CAR DETACHED GARAGE. The Judgment amount was $50,780.24.

Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY - MORRISON, ILLINOIS

URBAN FINANCIAL GROUP INC. PLAINTIFF VS THERESA DAVIS AKA TERESA DAVIS; LAURIE FERNANDEZ; JOAN GONZALEZ; CATHERINE COWHICK; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF CATHERINE E COWHICK, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; COLLEEN BUCKWALTER, SPECIAL ) REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF CATHERINE E COWHICK A/K/A CATHERINE ELAINE COWHICK, DECEASED; DEFENDANTS 12 CH 00176 819 EAST 15TH STREET STERLING, IL 61081 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on December 11, 2013, WHITESIDE COUNTY SHERIFF in WHITESIDE County, Illinois, will on May 1, 2014, in Whiteside County Courthouse, Third Floor Lobby 200 E. Knox Street, Morrison, IL 61270, at 10:00AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of WHITESIDE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: LOT 15 IN BLOCK 4 IN HOOVER HOME SUBDIVISION IN THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 21 NORTH, RANGE 7 EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 11-22-108-010 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 819 EAST 15TH STREET STERLING, IL 61081 Description of Improvements: WHITE, ALUMINUM SIDING, 1 STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH A ONE CAR DETACHED GARAGE. The Judgment amount was $50,780.24.

Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1216018 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

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THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, LEE COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN PROBATE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ROBERT L. SCHICK, Deceased.

No. 2014 P 20 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given to creditors of the death of Robert L. Schick of Dixon, Lee County, Illinois. Letters of office were issued to Gary E. Schick, Franklin Grove, Lee County, Illinois, as Independent Executor, whose attorney of record is Gary R. Gehlbach, Ehrmann Gehlbach Badger Lee & Considine, LLC, 215 E. First Street, Dixon, Illinois 61021.

The estate will be administered without court supervision, unless under section 28-4 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/284) any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the clerk.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of the Court at 309 S. Galena Avenue, Dixon, Illinois 61021, or with the representative, or both, on or before the date which is six (6) months after the date of the first publication of this Claim Notice, or, if mailing or delivering of a notice from the representative is required by section 18-3 of the Probate Act of 1975, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed.

By: Gary E. Schick Independent Executor Gary R. Gehlbach Ehrmann Gehlbach Badger Lee & Considine, LLC 215 E. First Street P.O. Box 447 Dixon, IL 61021 (815) 288-4949 (815) 288-3068 FAX March 20, 27, April 3, 2014

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION The Bank of New York Mellon FKA The Bank of New York, as Successor Trustee to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as Trustee for the Certificateholders of CWABS Master Trust, Revolving Home Equity Loan Asset-Backed Notes, Series 2004-B; Plaintiff, VS. Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Betty Ann Mills a/k/a Betty A. Mills; Kevin Mills; Scott Mills; Kimberly Shuman; Lowell E. Mills; Defendants.

12 CH 151 NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to a judgment heretofore entered by the said court occurred in the above entitled cause, Sheriff Kelly C. Wilhelmi, Sheriff of Whiteside, Illinois, will on May 1, 2014, at the hour of 10:00 AM at Whiteside County Courthouse, Third Floor Lobby, 200 E. Knox St., Morrison, IL 61270, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate in the said judgment mentioned, situated in the County of Whiteside, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy such judgment to wit: PARCEL I: PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION SIXTEEN, TOWNSHIP TWENTY-TWO NORTH, RANGE SIXTH EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING 29 RODS, 4 FEET AND 6 INCHES WEST OF THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SECTION SIXTEEN AFORESAID; THENCE SOUTH, 16 RODS; THENCE WEST, 3 RODS; THENCE NORTH, 16 RODS; THENCE EAST, 3 RODS TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WHITESIDE, IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. PARCEL 2: LOT TWELVE IN THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION SIXTEEN, IN TOWNSHIP TWELVE-TWO NORTH, RANGE SIX, EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT 35.29 RODS WEST FROM THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION; THENCE RUNNING SOUTH 16 RODS; THENCE EAST 50 FEET; THENCE NORTH 16 RODS; THENCE WEST 50 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, SITUATED IN THE VILLAGE OF COLETA. SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WHITESIDE, IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. C/K/A: 61081

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PIN: 04-16-226-008; 04-16-228-007 The person to contact regarding information regarding this property is: Sales Dept., The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140, Chicago, IL 60603. Any questions regarding this sale should refer to file number W12-1133. The terms of the sale are Cash. 10% at time of sale, with the balance due within 24 hours. The property is improved by: SFH. The Property is not open for inspection prior to sale.

The real estate, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and tenements, hereditament and appurtenances thereunto belonging shall be sold under such terms.

The Wirbicki Law Group LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone: 312-360-9455 Fax: 312-572-7823 W12-1133 pleadings.il@wirbickilaw.com I596742

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS Estate of JESS L. KLITZ, Deceased No. 2014-P-37 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given to creditors of the death of Jess L. Klitz. Letters of office were issued on March 19, 2014, to LuAnn Gvozdjak, Cynthia E. Kelley and Neil H. Beveroth, as Co-Independent Executors, whose attorneys of record are shown below.

The estate will be administered without court supervision, unless under Section 28-4 o the Probate Act, any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the clerk.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Circuit Clerk of Whiteside County, 200 East Knox Street, Morrison, Illinois 61270, or with the representative, or both, on or before September 19, 2014, or, if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representative is required by Section 18-3 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/18-3), the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the representative and to the attorneys within 10 days after it has been filed.

NOTICE TO MISSING HEIRS TO: PAUL G. KLITZ AND MAURICE LINQUIST Notice is given to you, Paul G. Klitz, and Maurice Linquist,, who are or may be heirs in the above proceedings to probate a Will and whose name or address is not stated in the petition to admit the Will to probate, that an order was entered by the court on March 19, 2014, admitting the Will to probate.

Within 42 days after the effective date of the original order of admission you may file a petition with the court to require proof of the Will by testimony of the witnesses to the Will in open court or other evidence, as provided in Section 621 of the Probate Act.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT LEE COUNTY, ILLINOIS

IN THE ESTATE OF: KATHERINE M. FREEMAN, Deceased

Thomas J. Potter Ludens Potter & Melton 600 W. Lincolnway, P.O. Box 360 Morrison, Illinois 61270-0360 Telephone: (815) 772-2161 Fax: (815) 772-7440 E-mail: tpotter@lincolnwaylaw.com March 27, April 3, 10, 2014

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NO. 2014 P 22 NOTICE OF CLAIM Notice is given of the death of Katherine M. Freeman who died on February 10, 2014. Letters of Office were issued on March 24, 2014 to John Michael Freeman as Independent Executor whose address is 520 Blenheim Drive, Rockford, IL 61108, and whose attorney is Amanda D. Burton of Dixon & Giesen Law Offices, 121 East First Street, Dixon, Illinois 61021.

The estate will be administered without court supervision unless under Chapter 755 ILCS 5/28-4 of the probate act, any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the Circuit Clerk of the Lee County Court.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk, or with the representative, or both within six months from the date of the first publication, no later than September 30, 2014 and any claim not filed within that period is barred.

Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within ten days after it has been filed.

Amanda D. Burton Attorney for Independent Executor Prepared by: Ms. Amanda D. Burton Dixon & Giesen Law Offices 121 East First Street – P.O. Box 389 Dixon, Illinois 61021 Telephone: 815-284-2288 Fax: 815-284-1338 March 27, April 3, 10, 2014 Tax Deed No. 14-TX-17 Filed 3/28/2014 TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. # 2010-00019 TO: COUNTY CLERK OF WHITESIDE COUNTY; Zendel Zendeli; Arzija Zendeli; First Central State Bank; Midland Funding LLC c/o IL Corporation Service, Registered Agent; IL Department of Employment Security; IL Department of Revenue Lien Unit; IL Department of Revenue; IL Attorney General Lisa Madigan; U.S. Department of the Treasury, IRS; U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder; US Attorney Zachary Fardon; Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property, Unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots.

A Petition for Tax Deed on premise described below has been filed in the Circuit Court of Whiteside County, Illinois as Case No. 14-TX-17. The property is Located At: 1002 13th Ave., Fulton.

Legal Description or P.I. No.: 01-28-405001.

Said property was sold on 11/2/2011 for delinquent taxes for the year 2010.

The period of redemption will expire on August 14, 2014.

On 8/26/2014 at 9:00 AM the petitioner will make application to such court in said county for an Order for Tax Deed, should the real estate not be redeemed.

Kathleen M. Hollonbeck, Petitioner April 3, 4, 5, 2014 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT LEE COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE ESTATE OF: EUGENE D. GALLENTINE, Deceased NO. 2014 P 17 NOTICE OF CLAIM Notice is given of the death of Eugene D. Gallentine who died on December 29, 2013. Letters of Office were issued on March 17, 2014 to Douglas Gallentine as Independent Executor whose address is 1207 A. Lakewood Drive, Morris, IL 60450 and whose attorney is Amanda D. Burton of Dixon & Giesen Law Offices, 121 East First Street, Dixon, Illinois 61021.

The estate will be administered without court supervision unless under Chapter 755 ILCS 5/28-4 of the probate act, any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the Circuit Clerk of the Lee County Court.

TO: COUNTY CLERK OF WHITESIDE COUNTY; Alicia Murphy; IH Mississippi Valley Credit Union; Target National Bank; PHH Mortgage Corporation c/o Illinois Corporation Service Co.; Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property, Unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots.

A Petition for Tax Deed on premise described below has been filed in the Circuit Court of Whiteside County, Illinois as Case No. 14-TX-21. The property is Located At: 12490 Spring Hill Rd., Prophetstown.

Legal Description or P.I. No.: 20-14-400005.

Said property was sold on 11/2/2011 for delinquent taxes for the year 2010.

The period of redemption will expire on August 14, 2014.

On 8/26/2014 at 9:00 AM the petitioner will make application to such court in said county for an Order for Tax Deed, should the real estate not be redeemed.

Kathleen M. Hollonbeck, Petitioner April 3, 4, 5, 2014 Tax Deed No. 14-TX-18 Filed 3/28/2014 TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. # 2010-00105 TO: COUNTY CLERK OF WHITESIDE COUNTY; Fritz H. Null; Michael B. Null; Midland Funding, LLC c/o Illinois Corporation Service Co.; Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property, Unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots.

A Petition for Tax Deed on premise described below has been filed in the Circuit Court of Whiteside County, Illinois as Case No. 14-TX-18. The property is Located At: 406 Ash Ave., Morrison, IL 61270.

Legal Description or P.I. No.: 09-18-479011.

Said property was sold on 11/2/2011 for delinquent taxes for the year 2010.

The period of redemption will expire on August 14, 2014.

On 8/26/2014 at 9:00 AM the petitioner will make application to such court in said county for an Order for Tax Deed, should the real estate not be redeemed.

Kathleen M. Hollonbeck, Petitioner April 3, 4, 5, 2014 Tax Deed No. 14-TX-19 Filed 3/28/2014 TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. # 2010-00281 TO: COUNTY CLERK OF WHITESIDE COUNTY; Melvin C. Unger; Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property, Unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots.

A Petition for Tax Deed on premise described below has been filed in the Circuit Court of Whiteside County, Illinois as Case No. 14-TX-19. The property is Located At: 207 Ave. D, Rock Falls.

Legal Description or P.I. No.: 11-27-128004.

Said property was sold on 11/2/2011 for delinquent taxes for the year 2010.

The period of redemption will expire on August 14, 2014.

On 8/26/2014 at 9:00 AM the petitioner will make application to such court in said county for an Order for Tax Deed, should the real estate not be redeemed.

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FULTON FULTON – Great 2 bedroom apartments available now starting at $462 a month!

Rent includes water, sewer and garbage pickup.

On-site laundry, major appliances, off street parking and air conditioning. Please call 1800-686-5165 or (608)822-7368.

This institution is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.

Equal Housing Opportunity.

HARMON 1 Month Free!

2BR, appl. incl. Pet friendly. $475/mo.

815-562-7368 st

MT. MORRIS 1BR, Mt. Morris. $310/mo. + dep., 815-508-2345

OREGON

STERLING

1BR, $375/mo.

Hampton Apts.

815-625-7043 2BR, laundry hookup. $500/mo. $500/dep.

Call 815-632-9602.

Edon Apts. 2BR, $480 mo., $400 dep. Refs. req. No dogs.

815-5379190, 815-4413999.

Lg. 1BR. + appl.

No pets. $425 + dep. 815-625-4701

STERLING

RIVER RIDGE APARTMENTS

2 Bedroom Great Location Garages Available

495 1st Month’s Rent

PER MONTH

FREE *with 1 year lease

1BR $425/mo. Efficiency $375/mo.

Downtown.

Call 815-946-3955

View Classifieds Online!

Locate the items you want to buy or sell! www. saukvalley. com

NORTHLAND PARK APARTMENTS Studio, 1 & 2 Bedroom Washer & Dryer Units Fitness Center Balconies / Patios Open House Daily

1st Month FREE! Call Me 2-Rent (815)632-7368

ROCK FALLS

$

1 BR apts. $380.

Call 815-562-7368 Rochelle Realty.

Next to

ALDI in Sterling

1-815-414-2288

(Located Behind Northland Mall)

Sterling Rentals

Rock Falls P-Town

Job Duties: Completes shop maintenance, parts inventory/ordering and plant reporting systems. Completes planned maintenance, repair, and trouble-shooting of mechanical and electrical problems for all warehouse equipment including forklifts, dock doors, dock locks and racking. Obtains and maintains license to operate lift truck.

Prerequisites: Forklift repair experience strongly preferred, High school diploma or GED equivalent and/or related VO. Tech a plus. Must have basic math skills. Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in a cold environment (-10). Mechanically inclined. Ability to work independently within a team environment. Ammonia experience a plus.

Applications accepted Mon–Fri 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the following location: Ryder – Hillshire Facility 600 Wiscold Drive, Rochelle, IL 61068 Email resumes to Freddy.Jimenez@ryder.com We value a diverse workforce! www.ryder.com

2BR. $485 + dep No pets/ Smoking 815-590-3004 2BR. Stove & refrig. provided. Pay own utilities. Share garage. Lease & dep. Req. 815441-8652.

★ NEW TODAY ★

Small 1st floor Studio. No pets. $335 +dep.

815-6266098 12pm-8pm

1BR, stove, refrig. furnished. $350/ mo. Lease & dep.

Req. H & H rental Properties LLC. 815-625-7995 1st floor 1BR, W/D, refrig., stove. No pets. $390 + dep.

815-626-6098 12pm to 8pm 2 BR., clean, QUIET, coin laundry.

641-777-7261

4BR, 2BA. 100% updated. 2.5 car garage. Fenced in yard. $1150/mo.

Avail. May 1st. 815288-4433.

Cute, Clean Remodeled, 2BR 2 Bath house w/ garage, stove & refrig. incl. No smoking. No Pets. $675 815-440-0927

WOOSUNG 1BR, $325 + dep.

Applcs. 815-4414591.

HOMES FOR RENT

For Rent Town Home On the River Boat Dock Incl.

2 STORY 2 BR. 2 BA. 1400 sq. ft.

2 Car garage Snow removal Lawn care incl. $975 mo. + util.

Lease-opt to buy 815-378-2151 Nice 3BR updated kitchen. $675/ mo. + dep. Call Vickie 815-973-4444

★ NEW TODAY ★ Remodeled 3BR, garage. $600/mo + dep. Call 815-9730233

FRANKLIN GROVE Large lower 3 BR Duplex with full basement & 1 car garage All appl. furn. $650 + dep.

630-329-1776

ROCK FALLS 310

FOR RENT HOUSES & APTS. svla.org

1 Bed House in Rock Falls, $445 per mo. Call 815622-2725 snlrentals.com

Parkway Apartments 55 years and Over 710 West Lefevre, Sterling

2 or 3 Bedrooms Available E ly plete $540 & $620 levator Comecure S ding Buil

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3BR 1bath full basement, fenced in yard, 1203 13th Ave. $650/mo.+ $650 dep. 815590-2181

(815)626-1431

Customers 101 52

Lounge & Exercise on Ground Floor Attached Garage with Storage Laundry & Garbage Pickup on Each Floor Outdoor Patios Water, Garbage & Cable Included

815-499-3350

NOW HIRING t Assemblers (1st & 2nd Shifts) t Welders (1st, 2nd & 3rd Shifts) t Parts Cleaners (1st, 2nd & 3rd Shifts) tPainters (3rd Shift) t Metal Fabricator (1st Shift) Full-Time Positions, Full Benefits Package. 1-3 years of Experience Apply in person between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Monday through Friday.

E. D. ETNYRE & CO. 1333 S. Daysville Road, Oregon, Illinois An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D

Telegraph 113 S. Peoria Dixon, IL 61021

815-625-3600 ext. 301

Maintenance Technician 2nd Shift 3pm – 11pm

2BR Townhouse, 1831 N. 2nd Ave. 1½ BA, C/A, lots of storage. 1100 sq. ft. w/garage. $600 mo. + dep., util. refs. 815-652-4517

Sinnissippi Townhomes First Mo. Free!

Spacious 2 BR. 2 story townhomes.

Central air, good location. Laundry hookup. (815)6261130.

If you are an enthusiastic, caring individual plan to attend our Open Interviews at: Casa Willis 910 Woodburn Sterling, IL 61081

Sauk Valley Media 3200 E. Lincolnway Sterling, IL 61081

1BR., country home. Appliances + W&D. No Pets.

No Smoking $525 mo. + ref. & dep.

Call 815-440-3874

606 W. Lefevre 2 BR $535.00 1 BR $465.00 1 Studio $390.00 Partial Heat, Water, Sewer, Refuse Removal, Laundry Facilities, Satellite

Every Applicant on April 7th is guaranteed an interview!!

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Newer 2 Bedroom $599.00 & Up Applcs., Fireplaces 2002 3rd Ave. 1836 First Ave.

OPEN INTERVIEWS: MONDAY, APRIL 7TH 10-6pm

Streets

DIXON

Like New! 2BR, 1BA, 1 car, APTS, New paint, carpet, aplcs., full basement, no pets, no smoking, $550$575 + dep. Call 815-716-7653

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Physical, drug screen & alcohol screen may be required.

CNA Positions NO MANDATED SHIFTS

10 or 12 hr. shifts.

No Benefit Package Available Franklin Grove Living & Rehabilitation Center 502 N. State St. Franklin Grove, IL 61031

815-456-2374

EOE

CNA’s - Great Opportunity Positions available for Restorative CNAs

Monday thru Friday - Days with a limited number of weekend responsibilities. Experience a plus, but will train the right person.

Franklin Grove Living & Rehabilitation Center 502 N. State St. Franklin Grove, IL 815-456-2374 FAX: 815-456- s %/%

Delivery/Warehouse Position Full time Delivery/Warehouse Position available. Must be neat, organized, enjoy working with people and have a good driving record.

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Apply in person to: Ashley Furniture HomeStore/ Knie Appliance & TV Inc. 3614 E. Lincolnway Sterling, IL. EOE

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SERVICE DIRECTORY SAUK VALLEY

Air Cond./Heating Eikenberry Sheet Metal 412 E. 3rd, Sterling Service work heating & cooling; gas, electric. Free estimates. Accept Visa & MC on all new installations.

CALL 815-625-0955

FARLEY'S APPLIANCE Heating & Cooling Sale & Service Free Estimates New & Replacement Units We service all brands!

Call Today (815)284-2052

Alterations NOW TAKING APPOINTMENTS FOR PROM & BRIDAL ALTERATIONS Call or text 815-677-3831 Harden Designs

Appliances

TELEVISION IN HOME REPAIR All Types Brands & Models SERVING THE SAUK VALLEY Call Ron for a free quote at 815-561-0011

Asphalt *FRANKLIN* MAINTENANCE Pothole Repair Hot Pour Crack Filling Seal Coating Line Striping Bonded-Insured 815-284-6806

Automotive

Car Audio/Video/Starters LOW PRICE GUARANTEE Complete Automotive Detailing & Accessories

Window Tinting *LIW &HUWLĂ€FDWHV Hot Rods & Choppers Consignment / Sales 1807 Locust St. Sterling IL

(815) 625-2500

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Basement Waterproofing Geske Masonry -Tuckpointing -New construction -Brick -Block -Stone -Waterproofing -Epoxy injection 815-499-1774 Prater Paint & Waterproofing We Dry Up Basements & Crawl Spaces, Remediate Mold & Install E-Z Breathe™ Ventilation Systems 815-626-5165

www.praterpaintand waterproofing.com

Bicycles GREEN RIVER CYCLERY

T & M PAVING

*Asphalt paving & Patch work * Seal Coating *Skid loader/ Dump Truck Work (Concrete Removal, Dirt and Gravel Hauling) Call for free, no obligation estimates 815-499-7195.

Locally owned And Operated.

Over 25 Years Asphalt Exp. Fully Insured

âœąCarpet/ Upholstery âœąMaid/Janitorial Business/ Residential Free Estimates 815-632-3822 www.advanced cleaners.biz

EVERYBODY NEEDS AN ALICE Need you home spring cleaned? *Phone number has changed *Professional background check *Check me out on Facebook Let me be your Alice, and come home to a clean house!

779-245-3033

Concrete Contractors

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Cleaning Service

Auto Detailing

A+ Cleaning Service If you would like your house to be cleaned.....

Call 815-652-2146 References avail.

GENE'S AUTO DETAILING fe nal Results le Rates Call 815-973-3104

★Professional ★ ★Cleaning ★ âœ˝$20/ hr. flat rates available âœ˝Weekly/ bi-weekly/ monthly 815-590-9426 or 815-564-7345

Genl. Contracting

Hauling

Gilbertson Construction Residential & Commercial.

Remodeling, house additions, windows, siding & doors. Also mobile home repairs. Licensed, Bonded, Insured. No Job Too Small. 30 yrs exp.

(815)6220087.

A-1 HAULING Small or Large Truck Rentals Estate Clean-ups Garage & Building Demolition Roofing Construction Seamless Gutters Skid Loader & Back Hoe Work Materials Hauled 815-626-1956

Golf Instruction

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Jim Stewart Golf Instruction *pro swing *private lessons by appointment *indoor lessons Club Repair *regrip, *reshaft Free fitting, swing weighting & balance. 35 yrs. Exp. Sterling Cell 815-631-1028

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New Asphalt Construction & Maintenance ! riveway ! arking Lots ! oadways Call 815-6256206 for FREE Consultation or Visit us at: www.porter brothers.net

Cleaning Service

Hamlink Concrete Foundations & Flatwork, Walls, Floors & Driveways Commercial and Residential 18 yrs. Experience ★Free Estimates★

815-857-3970

Deck Builders

We specialize in exterior decks & privacy fences “You’ll always be a winner if we cut the deck�

815-288-4089 www.cosscustom woodworking.com

Dumpster Rental

Dumpster Rental for Clean-ups & Construction Small & Large containers avail.

Tidy Bug Inc. Dixon, IL tidybuginc.com 815-456-3001

Furniture Repair Days Furniture Repair Expert repairs on recliners, sofas, chairs, tables, beds. Stripping/ refinishing/ re-gluing.

815-626-5136

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vers Call 815-626-4953

Handyman HANDYMAN/ GENERAL Contracting, siding, drywall, concrete work, decks, flooring (tile, linoleum, carpet, wood), bathroom and kitchen, complete remodels, additions all types of home repairs. Free Estimates and Insured-Bonded 815-564-7428 K.C. Handyman Complete Home Repairs *35 yrs. experience *All Aspects of Home Repairs (815) 718-0546 Next Day Service Licensed-InsuredBonded LawnCare Service

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JOHN'S CLEANUP & REMOVAL Anything goes!!

Estate Cleanups PHONE 815-622-0240 MORRISSEY HAULING

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Home Improvement K.C. Lilly Const. & Dev. Inc. Doors, Windows, Siding, Gutters, & Roofing, Drywall, Painting, Walk-in Tubs & Showers, Baths, Kitchens, Garages, Concrete Licensed-BondedInsured IL Lic.# 104015194 (815) 718-0546

JEFF LONG CONSTRUCTION General Contractor

815-973-3023 815-732-4408

âœśSince 1981âœś â—†Home Improvement â—†New Construction

SPRING is the perfect time to build your garage, addition or remodel Re-roof / Reside your home!

Randy L. Moore

815-626-1333

IL State Roofing Licensed 104-002247(1986) Bonded-Insured

Lawn Care

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LAWN CARE Residential & Commercial Mowing-Trimming Clean up, General Maintenance 20 Yrs. Experience Call for Estimate ★815-631-3418★

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Marsha Baker Residential Painting & 15 years’ experience New Construction

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BALAYTI PAINTING

Interior & Exterior Light Carpentry Pressure Washing 35 Years Experience Insured - References Cell #815-440-2202

Plumbing

DREAMSCAPES

BY DENNIS, INC Complete Landscape Services & Designs

Lewis Plumbing 815-288-0028 Serving All of the Sauk Valley Area Lic.#058-173956

www.dreamscapes bydennis.com

Power Washing

Lawn Care PAUL’S HANDYMAN SERVICE “Anything Your Husband Won’t Do!�

xperience On All Manner of Home Repairs & Maintenance since 1986 (815)625-2607 www.mullerslane farm. com

ALL - AROUND LAWN CARE Bush trimming Spring leaf clean-up.

Mowing, Gutter cleaning 25 yrs. exp.

Free estimates Fully insured 815-456-3335

Roofing/Siding

JR's

RAMOS CONSTRUCTION Roofing (Techos) Siding, Windows, Garages, Drywall, Remodeling, Repairs, Property Maintenance Licensed, Bonded, Insured Roofing Lic. #104016565 815-564-7241

Property Maintenance

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(815) 857-3281

Property Maint.

Mobil Pressure Wash Service Commercial, esidential emis Yo me we an t!

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Dixon near Walmart Sterling near Menards Various Sizes

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Roofing www.allsafe center.com High-Security Storage Solutions and Much More! “Area's #1 Roofing Contractor IL Lic# 104-015191 Licensed, Bonded & Insured $ oofing $Siding $ # $ ecks $ tions $ es & More Residential & Commercial Call now to schedule your FREE Estimate!

Will beat any leading competitor price 815-590-2677

Illinois License #104.016127 Bonded/Insured & oofing &Siding & indo$! & oors & tion!& Garages & %$ & cks and more Free Estimates 815-213-0556

Roofing/Siding ★ALL SEASONS★ CONSTRUCTION ★★Better Service, Better Quality!★★ ★Custom Siding ★Windows ★All Doors- Aluminum, Steel, Wood Soffit ★Fascia Roofing★ ★Family Owned & Operated★ ★Over 30 Years Experience★ ★Licensed, Bonded, & Insured★ ★815-590-2231★

Climate Controlled Storage Low-Cost Moving Truck Rental Confidential Document Shredding We Ship FedEx & UPS! Expert Packaging Services Value Boxes & Packaging Supplies EBAY and EMOTORS Internet Auction Sales Over 15,000 Sales Office Hours: Mon-Fri. ☛ 8:306, Sat. ☛ 8:30noon 690 Timber Creek Rd. Dixon, (815)285-2212

Stump Removal CLARK'S

tump Grinding ll Trees n Up emov 815-718-2663 or 815-590-0423

Tree Service Winter Burn help for Evergreens plus Tree Health, insect and disease injections.

Selective pruning.

815-622-2622

A&M TREE SERVICE WE'LL BEAT ALL WRITTEN BIDS! Free estimates 25 yrs Experience Fully Licensed/ Insured Serving Sterling / Rock Falls/ Whiteside County Area 815-590-1677 ✤✤✤✤✤✤✤✤✤✤✤✤

BRAD'S TREE SERVICE Tree & Limb Removal Stump Removal Storm Clean-up Mulch & Firewood

Ins d 815-857-3674 Amboy, IL TIMBER TREE SERVICE Tree & Limb Removal Stump Removal Storm Clean-up Free Estimates Fully Insured 815-238-7277 Dixon, Illinois

Water Softeners The Softener Man Repair on all makes & models Service Call Special $19.95 Over 30 years experience 815-323-1622

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STERLING ★ NEW TODAY ★ 3BR Duplex, stove, refrig., dishwasher, garage, $650/mo. +dep.

815-441-8652 RTO 2BR $49,900 $5,000 down.4413515.Agent owned.

Unfurnished 2 BR, 1 bath, C/A, detached garage, no pets, no smoking, $550/mo. + dep.

815-764-0911

View Classifieds Online!

Locate the items you want to buy or sell! www. saukvalley. com

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THE CLASSIFIED Advertising Department of Sauk Valley Media does not have the opportunity to fully investigate the credibility of each advertiser appearing within these columns. If an offer sounds “too good to be true� it probably is.

Proceed with caution if you are asked to send money or to give a credit card number.

Proceed with caution in calling 900 phone numbers. All phone numbers prefixed by “900� are charged to the CALLER. Charges may be assessed on a “per minute� basis rather than a “per call� basis.

Sauk Valley Classified makes every effort to qualify these charges for the reader.

If you have a concern about an advertiser, please contact the Better Business Bureau 330 N. Wabash, Chicago, IL 60611.

312-832-0500

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES 501

Screen Printing Business for Sale Monogram Shoppe 815-499-1031

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.

HEALTH / MEDICAL

504

C.N.A. Needed, part-time float.

Must be available for all shifts and on call. Apply within at Tammerlane, 3601 16th Ave. Sterling No phone calls.

Parkway Center is seeking a part time CNA to work 3rd shift.

Applications can picked up at 1801 Ave. G Sterling.

EMPLOYMENT

505

Now Hiring for CPA

Experience with Quickbooks, payroll, electronic payments. Pay commensurate with experience.

Please send replies to Box #:1211 F R 6DXN 9DOOH\ &ODVVLĂ€HGV P.O. Box 498 Sterling, IL 61081

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★ NEW TODAY ★

★ NEW TODAY ★ Agent looking for talent, models, actresses, catalogs, magazines. LombardChicago 630-814-9999.

Now taking applications. Apply in person at: Forest Inn, 20657 Lincoln Hwy, Morrison.

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Christian Care Ministry is seeking to fill the position of Medical Bill Analyst in our Rock Falls; Office. This position is full-time and involves processing medical bills for payment.

Evening or weekend hours are not typically required.

Pay is commensurate with experience. Interested candidates sho uld send their resume to the attention of Sue Holland.

sholland@tccm.org

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Farm Equipment Operator Full time position operating 4 wheel drive and tracked farm tractors.

Maintenance work in the off season.

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fax: 321-3087788 and our website is http:// mychristian care.org/Careers.

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Applications can be mailed to Sue Holland, HR Director, Christian Care Ministry, 505 North John Rodes Blvd., Melbourne, FL 32934

First Federal Savings Bank is seeking an energetic individual for a Fulltime Customer Service Representative position. Duties include teller work, opening new accounts and phone marketing.

This position is available at our Rock Falls Office.

Apply online at www.ffsbweb.com or email resume to mmulinazzi@ ffsbweb.com.

EMPLOYMENT

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Granny Rose Animal Shelter Kennel Help Wanted Summer weekend kennel person wanted. Must be at least 18 years of age and have experience with dog care. Some heavy duty work with pressure washer and maintenance as required. Applications will only be accepted on Tuesday, April 8 and Wednesday, April 9. No phone calls please.

Apply at Granny Rose Animal Shelter, 613 River Lane, Dixon, IL. GROWING BUSINESS!! *Flower delivery.

On call position, with possible light duty work. Perfect for retiree. *Part-time counter position.

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

EMPLOYMENT

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HVP VENDING Hiring Full Time Route Driver Sales Person Qualifications/ Requirements High School Diploma or GED Able to pass physical/Drug Screen Have excellent driving record Send Resume: HVP Vending P.O. Box 382 Morrison, IL 61270 Or Apply: HVP Vending 409 East Main St, Morrison, IL. 61270 815-772-4035 New Pay-For-Experience program pays up to $0.41/mile. Class A Professional Drivers Call 877294-2777 for more details or visit

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512

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The three children to whom this exemption applies includes the family's natural or adopted children and any other persons under the age of 12 whether related or unrelated to the operator of the day care home. (DCFS Rule, Part 377.3 (c))

POSITION WANTED

515

LPN looking to be a Companion, Private Nurse or Personal Assistant.

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Call Sue 815-2843850. Refs. Avail.

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CHILD CARE

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ROCK FALLS GARAGE SALES 624 RUMMAGE SALE Rock Falls United Methodist Church 210 4th Ave. Fri. April 4th 8-4 Sat. April 5th 8-2 Furniture, household items, toys, pictures & frames, home dĂŠcor, Holiday items, lots of misc. Children's clothing (up to size 6)

STERLING GARAGE SALES 624 Estate Sale 110 S. 2nd Ave. Friday 4/4/14 10:00 AM-5:00PM Saturday 4/5/14 10:00 AM- 4:00 PM Sunday 4/6/14 10:00 AM- 2:00 PM

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FURNITURE

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Burlington honey pine trestle dining table 2 leaves, 6 chairs, buffet and hutch. $900 815625-7618 Mattress sets: Twin $99, Full $129, Queen $159, King $199. Will deliver! Kern Mattress Outlet, call 309452-7477.

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MEDICAL SUPPLIES

762

Like new hospital chair! $650 obo 815-973-6922

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790

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VANS

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1998 Plymouth Grand Voyager, power everything, low mileage, runs exc. $1600 815988-2550

4X4S

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1996 GMC Sierra, 123K mi., runs great, $3500 815590-9511 1997 Chevy Silverado ½ ton 4x4, 190K mi., regular cab, good cond., lt brown, $4,000 815-499-7443 1998 Toyota T100 ext. cab. 192K mi.

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MOTORCYCLES

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1983 Honda GL 1100 Goldwing Interstate, 30,647mi.

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Burgundy.

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815499-2907.

2001 Black Harley Davidson Road King Classic, low mi., great cond., many Harley extras, MP3 player. $8000/obo 815285-2042 2007 Red Honda Rebel 250CC 13K mi. $2,000 FIRM 815-499-9214

TRAILERS/RVS

945

1994 26' Sunnybrook, very nice, lightweight, sleeps 6, $3900 815-6268916 1997 Mac Lander 16' flat bed w. ramps. $1,800 OBO 815-9735233

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