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Knocking down the ‘barbed wire’ Wescott and Lee: Future depends on partnerships

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STERLING – In communities where parochialism can still run deep, Twin Cities leadership is embracing partnerships.

Mayors Skip Lee of Sterling, and Bill Wescott of Rock Falls spent some time Friday with the Sauk Valley Media Editorial Board, where the conversation often turned to shared visions and joint ventures.

Budgetary challenges have cities nationwide looking for opportunities to consolidate ser-

vices to save money and make them more efficient. One of the more notable examples locally is the formation of the Twin City Fire Command, which 3 years ago merged the administrative functions of the Sterling and Rock Falls fire departments.

“The fire consolidation has saved saved money and improved services, said Wescott, who is a former fire department employee.

A state-government mandate has both cities working with Whiteside County to consolidate dispatch services. An intergovermental agreement

is in place to oversee that process, which will likely result in bringing all of the services to the Sterling Police Department.

The emphasis on regionalism and public-private partnerships in economic development is likely to increase the importance of shared visions between the cities’ leaders.

“The partnerships within and between the cities are increasing,” Lee said. “There is a certain level of trust that is needed for cooperation, and leadership has taken that next step.”

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Sterling Mayor Skip Lee (left) and Rock Falls Mayor Bill Wescott speak about the state of their cities Friday morning during a meeting with the Sauk Valley Media Editorial Board.

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ABOVE: Emma Cooperrider and Karl Kruse were crowned queen and king of the BiCounty Special Education Cooperative prom Friday at Kapp’s Banquet Facility in Rock Falls. The prom’s theme was Wizard of Oz. Go to saukvalley.com to see some video from the prom. TOP: Ryan Lombardi dances during the Bi-County Special Education Cooperative prom Friday afternoon.

NEAR RIGHT: Marneesha Glover (center) dances with a group of friends. FAR RIGHT: Courtney McWilliams and Daultin Wagenecht walk down the “yellow brick road” together during the prom march.

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DIXON – Mike Struna has been here, done this.

As superintendent of the Hall High School District in Spring Valley, he watched a referendum to build a new high school pass by three votes, 1,7171,714, in March 2012. Residents opposed petitioned for a recount, which resulted in three more “yes” votes being found.

Fast-forward 4 years, and Struna said many in the dissenting camp have been won over by the new facility and the effect it has had on students’ ability to learn. During homecoming weekend in October, the district held an open house in the new high school, which opened Sept. 10 and replaced a beloved 101-year-old building.

“It was beautiful from the outside, even though it was 101 years old,” he said. “There was the red brick and a beautiful lawn. It was a beautiful example of architecture.”

The petition delayed construction and, unlike the plan that’s unfolding in Dixon, the district put its faith in a construction manager firm and architect that began work without a finalized blueprint.

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Our opinion Dixon High School is special.

A new facility, when built, must be special, too, the SVM Editorial Board writes. Page A6

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Ludwig Dairy, with a plant in Dixon, has done well in a worldwide contest.

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Community Oils and watercolors mixed very well indeed at the Phidian Art Show in Dixon. A photo page about the 69th annual event appears inside.

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‘The towns won’t die without another steel mill’ FUTURE

ing institutions, and got it done without the state.”

Manufacturers have become more involved in addressing the skills gap, working with the schools on everything from changing perceptions of industrial jobs to strengthening training programs.

While leadership understands the increasing importance of working together, the mayors would like to see more trust from residents. Lee said the “barbed wire” between the cities is starting to disappear.

“There are still people who think if something comes to Rock Falls it

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Both mayors are excited by the increased role of business and education leaders in working toward future growth. Shortly after his arrival at Sauk Valley Community College, President David Hellmich took a leadership role in bringing a Small Business Development Center back to the campus.

“There was no state money available, and those involved said they weren’t going to wait,” Wescott said. “The partners worked with the lend-

won’t help Sterling, and that’s ridiculous,” Lee said. “I think we’re moving beyond the barbed wire, and we have to. We don’t have time for it, because we have to act together now.”

Just as joint ventures can pave the way for mergers, could increased collaboration eventually create one city? Both mayors have opened their minds to that possibility.

“I think the challenges of providing city services will someday take us there,” Wescott said.

“Many of the things we’re doing are taking us in that direction.”

For those who might already be agonizing over naming a unified city, it won’t be happening anytime soon. In the meantime, the cities’ leaders would like residents to share in their optimism for the future.

“We’ve replaced almost all of the jobs lost in manufacturing,” Lee said.

“They aren’t all the goodpaying union jobs we had before, but we are making strides.”

Wescott said the monumental shift in the area’s economic base has been difficult for many residents, but the chances of bringing large corpo-

rations back to the Twin Cities are slim. The leaders fear that pining for the past can blind the communities to the promise of the future.

“The towns won’t die without another steel mill,” Wescott said. “Small businesses are the heart and soul of a community, and we need people to plug into these jobs.”

Wescott said the area’s growing small business base is serving the cities well. Layoffs have been minimal post-recession, and city services are not being reduced.

In addition to the obvious financial benefits on

COMMUNITY WATCH Thursday in the 1000 block of Seventh Avenue; driving while license suspended, operation of uninsured motor vehicle; given notice to appear in court.

Paula L. Hudgin, 60, of Rock Falls; 3:05 p.m. Thursday in the 100 block of West Second Street; improper backing; given notice to appear in court.

Martin J. Anderson, 30, of Rock Falls; 11:03 a.m. Thursday in the 600 block of West Fifth Street; improper starting of parked vehicle; given notice to appear in court.

Ariana M. Prado, 18, of Sterling; 12:27 a.m. Friday in the 200 block of First Avenue; driving without lights when required, driving while license revoked, operation of unlicensed motor vehicle; given notice to appear in court.

Javier Tellez Jr., 23, of Sterling; 11:48 a.m. Thursday in the 900 block of West Second Street; driving while license suspended; given notice to appear in court.

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POLICE Sterling Police Shannon G. Russell, 43, of Sterling; 4:36 a.m. Thursday at East Lynn Boulevard and East Lincolnway; disobeying stop sign; given state citation.

Mihail S. Miahlios, 64, of Chicago; 2:16 p.m. Thursday on East Third Street; criminal trespass to residence; given notice to appear in court.

Melanie L. PhillipsMadrigal, 43, of Mount Carroll; 11:15 a.m. Thursday at Sterling Police Department; Whiteside County warrant for obstructing a court order; posted $300 cash bond.

Timothy A. Ferguson, 53, of Rock Falls; 3:42 p.m.

Thursday at Locust and West 29th streets; driving while license revoked, failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident, no insurance; given notice to appear in court.

Morrison Police Rodney D. Donley, 34, of Chicago; April 8; no valid driver’s license; given citation.

Scot D. Roeder, 38, of Morrison; April 9; speeding; given citation.

Kelsey R. Becker, 18, of Morrison; Tuesday; speeding; given citation.

Loretta J. Terry, 62, of Morrison; Tuesday; failure to wear seat belt; given citation.

Naumic R. Vanderlaan, 50, of Morrison; Thursday; speeding; given citation.

Rock Falls Police Boy, 14, of Sterling; 1:32 p.m. Thursday in the 500 block of East Fifth Street; aggravated battery to a peace officer, resisting a police officer; held at juvenile facility.

Stephanie M. Worley, 24, of Rock Falls; 8:07 a.m.

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James J. Wetzell, 42, of Chadwick; 3:07 p.m. Thursday; warrant for contempt – failure to appear; posted bond and given notice to appear in court.

Reggie L. Kennedy, 19, of Sterling; 12:05 p.m. Thursday; warrant for contempt – nonpayment of fine; posted bond and given notice to appear in court.

Andrew J. Sucher, 23, of Dixon; 12:05 p.m. Thursday; driving while license suspended; posted bond and given notice to appear in court.

Pedro Acosta, 21, of Rockford; 11:13 a.m. Thursday; warrant for failure to appear – contempt (non-payment); posted bond and given notice to appear in court.

Dayvon J. Yarbrough, 24, of Dixon; 10:32 a.m. Thursday; theft; held at Lee County Jail.

Richard A. Collins, 32, of Dixon; 8:24 a.m. Thursday; warrant for contempt – failure to appear; held at Lee County Jail and given notice to appear in court.

Ogle County Sheriff Richard Dixon, 56, of Rockford; Thursday on state Route 251 near Edson Road; driving under the influence of alcohol; taken to Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond.

Robby Glenn, 45, of Mount Morris; 7:15 p.m. Thursday in the 3000 block of state Route 26 South; Lee County traffic warrant, unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; taken to Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond.

Christian Kettwich, 21, of Davis Junction; 6:41 p.m.

Thursday at Stillman and Brick roads; unlawful use of a weapon, violation of Fire-

arm Owner’s Identification Card Act, possession of drug paraphernalia; taken to Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond.

Angela Bristol, 49, of Creve Coeur; Thursday; warrant for speeding; posted bond and given notice to appear in court.

Nicholas Komater, 26, of Cory; Thursday; warrant for failure to appear; held at Ogle County Jail and given notice to appear in court.

Two charged in fight at school MORRISON – Police charged one boy and one adult Thursday in a fighting incident outside of Northside Elementary School.

Morrison police and Whiteside County Sheriff’s deputies responded at 8:45 p.m. to a report of a fight involving several juvenile males outside of the school. While responding to the fight, it was reported that a knife and a gun may have been involved.

During officers’ investigation, it was determined that no knife was involved, and the gun was an air soft handgun, not a firearm. A 16-yearold boy from Morrison and Kristopher J. Garapolo, 18, of Morrison, both were charged with public fighting. The boys involved were released to their parents or guardians, and Garapalo was taken to, and released at, his home.

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“When people can go there and see the benefits to both cities, it will emphasize that times have changed.”

Both cities are awaiting news on riverfront-related financing applications – a grant for assessment work at the Lawrence Brothers in Sterling, and revolving loan approval for demolition of the Limestone Building in Rock Falls.

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THE PEOPLE’S VOICE | FAITH MORRISON & ASHLEY AURAND OF DIXON

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Two-woman show Dixon women patch together careers to support love of the arts

F

aith Morrison and Ashley Aurand were going to take the fashion world by storm. Monday night, they were in the eye of a storm, twisting, turning, inspecting and hemming everything in sight.

Welcome to tech week at Dixon High School. A 39-person cast of “Thoroughly Modern Millie,” each member with at least two costumes for the production, turned panicked eyes to the pair of 32-year-old costumers.

Senior Katlynne Helfrich, 18, nearly flew right by them when she spotted Morrison.

“Pearls for stenographer?” she asked, lifting a string of stones inquisitively.

“Nope,” Morrison said.

As Katlynne sped off, Morrison added, “She’s my high school spirit animal.”

Both Morrison and Aurand graduated from Illinois Institute of Art in Chicago with bachelor’s degrees in fashion design. Their instructors often bristled at their love of historical fashion. It became clear that their refined tastes were square pegs that weren’t fitting in the trendy industry’s circular hole.

Morrison had been traveling back to Dixon a couple of times a year to help her mother, Karen Kaufman, with productions she directed at Dixon High School, so she decided to move back home.

Aurand joined her, and they continue to patch together livelihoods.

Morrison works for Woodlawn Arts Academy in Sterling, through which she runs the Rock Falls Middle School afterschool theater program.

Aurand is in charge of costumes and props and, in addition to helping at Dixon High, they also took on costumes for the Oregon High School theater department.

But it’s nontheater gigs at Dixon Glass Co. and Northland Chiropractic that show her commitment to the arts. She helps manage both businesses’ offices and also screens windows for Dixon Glass Co. Oh, and the two of them also clean houses on the side.

“It’s a very patchwork kind of life,” Aurand said as she fixed a youngster’s suspenders. She works full-time as a seamstress at Modern Shoe Shop in Dixon.

They’re trying to rein in hours at the other jobs in the hopes of someday opening a costume rental business for small-town theater groups.

“You have to dial back carefully, because ComEd gets upset if you don’t pay the bills,” Morrison said.

They’re not just her bills.

Since Aurand graduated from Dixon High 14 years ago – Morrison was a year ahead of her – they’ve lived together. In the old days, they nearly could have been common law married twice over, … until Aurand married

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Faith Morrison works on Dixon High School senior Missy Goken’s hair before a dress rehearsal of “Thoroughly Modern Millie” on Monday night at the high school. Morrison and her longtime friend, Ashley Aurand, are in charge of the 100-plus costumes for the production. They have lived together for the past 14 years and hope to someday open a costume rental shop for small-town theater groups.

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her husband, Spencer, 2 years ago. He’s into theater, too, with a wealth of experience in stage management.

“Her poor husband knew what he was getting into,” Morrison said. “He gets it. The joke in our house is it’s not two and a half men. It’s two and a half women. That’s the name of our sitcom.”

Yes, that joke is fair game.

“He named it that,” Ashley said.

Naturally, the Aurand wedding had a steampunk theme featuring costumes, rather than dresses. Aurand wrote the script, and Kaufman was the wedding planner.

“We ran the day like a production,” Aurand said.

“And she looked fantas-

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Dixon High School will present “Thoroughly Modern Millie” two more times: at 7 p.m. today and at 2 p.m. Sunday in the school’s auditorium at 300 Lincoln Statue Drive.

Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students. With the purchase of two adult tickets, students get in free.

Call 815-284-7723 for ticket information. tic,” Morrison said.

All went according to script, except for the rain.

“There were some minor hiccups, but, …”

Aurand said.

“That’s what happens when you do a production,” Morrison said in unison with Sara Moe, who had popped into the choir room for a minute.

She’s known Morrison since junior high, and still helps the theater department public relations and ticket sales.

“We all keep each other sane, or as close to sane as possible,” Moe said.

Ashley Aurand fixes junior Caroline Costello’s hat for dress rehearsal.

“Somebody’s got to keep their head.”

Moe is a secretary, so she doesn’t quite share the instability of her friends’ careers. Their dream of renting costumes is undermined by small-town school dis-

tricts’ propensity for cutting fine arts programs.

“It’s not just that, though.

As much as the students make me crazy, I’m in this for them,” Ashley said. “It’s the only way you can be, because otherwise you’ll rip your hair out.”

DIXON – A Dixon bicyclist hit Wednesday night at North Galena Avenue and Everett Street by a ComEd utility truck was declared dead Thursday in Rockford, police said in a news release Friday morning.

John D. Appenheimer, 54, was declared dead at 3:10 p.m. by the Winnebago County Coroner’s Office; he was on life support and pending organ donation, Dixon Police Chief Danny Langloss said Friday afternoon.

According to the release: Police were called at 9:30 p.m. Wednesday.

ComEd driver Dennis Miller, 43, also of Dixon, said in a police interview that he did not see Appenheimer, who was struck in the crosswalk as Miller turned right (south) onto Galena Avenue.

Police will wait until the investigation is completed before deciding whether any charges will be filed, Langloss said.

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OBITUARIES Douglas J. Wadsworth MADISON, Wis. – Douglas Jay Wadsworth, 79, of Madison, passed away in the early morning hours of Saturday, April 9, 2016.

Doug was born July 11, 1936, in Dixon, to Goble and Eva (Schwab) Wadsworth. He grew up in Dixon and was a graduate of Dixon High School.

He graduated from the University of Illinois, and attended law school at the University of Texas. He practiced law in Houston before moving in 1970 to Madison. He spent his career at National Guardian Life Insurance Co., serving as vice president – general counsel.

A loving family man, Doug married Ellen Powers in 1964, and their son, Chris, was born in 1968.

He was blessed with three grandsons who shared their grandfather’s love of sports and fishing. After the passing of his beloved wife in 2005, Doug found new love and life when he married Janet Alfonso in 2009. Doug loved history, he loved to read and he loved to travel, making wonderful visits to all corners of the U.S., and several trips to Europe as well. He also spent many wonderful winters as a snowbird, living life to the fullest with friends in Fort Myers Beach, Florida.

Doug was a lifelong outdoorsman and sports enthusiast. In his youth, he spent countless hours honing his golf skills, sometimes playing 36 holes or more in a single day. As an adult, he played golf several times a week, and recorded not one, but two holes-in-one.

Doug also was a passionate hunter and fisherman who was devoted to caring for the environment.

Duck and turkey hunting trips, and untold hours standing hip-deep in trout streams, were matched by

time spent restoring riverbanks and teaching veterans and at-risk teens how to fly fish.

He is survived by his wife, Janet; his son and daughterin-law, Chris (Maribel) Wadsworth; three grandsons, Ryan, Adam, and Sean Wadsworth; a stepson and his wife, Joe (Tasha) Alfonso; and a stepdaughter and her husband, Angela (Matt) Alfonso. He also is survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Lawrence (Joanne) Weinreich; as well as nieces, Tamyra Riniker, Sonya Weinreich, LeAnn Nave, and Lindsay Weinreich.

Doug also was preceded by his parents.

Doug was kind and generous to a fault, always seeing the best in people and treating them thusly. To meet Doug was to instantly be his friend.

And his circle of friends was large, from lifelong friendships dating back to his childhood in Dixon, to new friendships made in his retirement years. He treasured you all.

Visitation will be from 9 to 11 a.m. May 7, and the memorial service at 11 a.m. May 7 at Messiah Lutheran Church, 5202 Cottage Grove, Madison, with Jeff Vanden Heuvel, pastor, officiating. Doug loved nothing more than a good meal, so please join the family for a luncheon at the church after the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to two of Doug’s favorite organizations – Southern Wisconsin Trout Unlimited, PO Box 45555, Madison WI 53744, or the Ruffed Grouse Society in care of Jim Shurts, 2822 Chamberlain Ave., Madison WI 53705.

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Francis E. ‘Gene’ Dean OLYMPIA, Wash.

– Francis E. “Gene” Dean, 85, of Olympia, passed away Tuesday, April 12, 2016, in Olympia.

He was born Dec. 7, 1930, in Parkersburg, to Howard Dean and Wilma (Cowan) Shultz.

Gene spent his youth in Richland County in southern Illinois. He spent his working years in Steward and Lockport. He retired in 1988 to Anacortes, Washington, and spent his last 9 years in Lacey. He was a 1948 graduate of Olney Area High School. Gene married Stella Weinzierl on Oct. 17, 1952, in Dixon. Gene worked for the railroad in northern Illinois, and Material Service Rock Quarry in Lockport. He retired from Argonne National Research Laboratory in Lemont. Gene loved spending time with his family. He enjoyed play-

ing card games, Western movies, and billiards.

He will be greatly missed by his wife of 63 years, Stella R. Dean of Lacey; son, James (Roma) Dean of Salem, Iowa; daughter, Nancy (Bob) Pope of Lacey; three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; four brothers; and a sister.

He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, two sisters, and a brother.

Family would like to thank Dr. Fay, Dr. Wehrli, Providence Mother Joseph Care Center, and Sunrise Adult Family Home & Hospice, for the care and compassion given during his illness.

Funeral Alternatives of Washington in Lacey handled arrangements.

The family suggests memorials be directed to a local hospice organization.

Bobbie N. Hess

FUNERAL SERVICES FOR THE WEEK Today’s visitations: Dorothy Smith, formerly of rural Nelson, 9:30-10:30 a.m. at McDonald Funeral Home in Sterling.

Roene Beth Hayen of Sterling, 9:30-11 a.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Rock Falls.

Today’s funerals: Nonis J. Moore of Sterling, 10 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church of Sterling.

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

Dorothy Smith, formerly of rural Nelson, 10:30 a.m. at McDonald Funeral Home in Sterling.

Roene Beth Hayen of Sterling, 11 a.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Rock Falls.

Harol D. Wilkinson of Sterling, gathering of family and friends, noon-2 p.m. at McDonald Funeral Home & Crematory in Rock Falls.

Sunday visitations: Georgeanne F. Donegan, formerly of Dixon, 1-3 p.m. at Polo Family Funeral Home.

Adeline E. “Addie” Jasper of Franklin Grove, 1-4 p.m. at

Preston-Schilling Funeral Home in Dixon.

Monday visitations: Gary L. Arjes of West Brooklyn, 4-7 p.m. at Torman Funeral Home in Paw Paw. Monday funerals: Georgeanne F. Donegan, formerly of Dixon, 10:30 a.m. at Polo Family Funeral Home.

Adeline E. “Addie” Jasper of Franklin Grove, 10:30 a.m. at Church of the Brethren in Franklin Grove.

Elaine H. Carlson of Rockford, 3 p.m. memorial service at Fairhaven Christian Retirement Center in Rockford.

Tuesday visitations: Bobbie N. Hess of Dixon, 10-11 a.m. at Preston-Schilling Funeral Home in Dixon.

Tuesday funerals: Bobbie N. Hess of Dixon, 10-11 a.m. at Preston-Schilling Funeral Home in Dixon.

Gary L. Arjes of West Brooklyn, 1 p.m. at Torman Funeral Home in Paw Paw. April 23 funerals: J. Terry Lich of Dixon, celebration of life, 1 p.m. prayer and remembrance service, then open house until 4 p.m., at Timber Creek Country Club in Dixon.

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WEST BROOKLYN – Gary Lee Arjes, 61, of West Brooklyn, passed away Thursday, April 14, 2016, at Mendota Lutheran Home, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born Oct. 25, 1954, in Mendota, the son of Jake and Shirley (Locke) Arjes. For more than 35 years, Gary was a dedicated employee of Hornung Tiling Service, as well as Brooklyn Township. Gary also served on the West Brooklyn Volunteer Fire Department. He was a loyal Chicago Bears and Chicago White Sox fan, and thoroughly enjoyed NASCAR racing. Gary’s greatest joy, though, was his family, especially his grandchildren.

Gary is survived by his children, Jesse (Kristi) Arjes of Dixon, Jacquie Arjes of Mendota, JoLynn Arjes of Earlville, and Jeanna Arjes of West Brooklyn; two grandchildren, Addison and Brooklyn Arjes; a sister, Sharon Murdock of

Cedar Point; five brothers, Ken (Connie) Arjes of Mendota, Dennis (Connie) Arjes of Oregon, Kevin (Cindy) Arjes of Marseilles, John Vanderpool of Phoenix, and Henry (Missy) Vanderpool of Spring Valley; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Gary was preceded in death by a sister, Pam Wallace; and a brother-inlaw, Albert Murdock.

Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Monday at Torman Funeral Home, 510 Flagg St., Paw Paw. The memorial service will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Ken Foster officiating. Interment will be at Melugin Grove Cemetery near Paw Paw. Memorials may be directed to West Brooklyn Volunteer Fire Department or Mendota Area Senior Services.

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ROCK FALLS – Rod Scott, 60, of Rock Falls, died Thursday, April 14, 2016, at his home.

DIXON – Vivian C. Burke, 85, of Dixon, died Friday, McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls is handling April 15, 2016, at KSB Hospital in Dixon. arrangements.

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of Rock Falls and Lee Ann Harn of Polo; one sister, Jodie Nevitt of Muskogee, Oklahoma; cherished grandmother “Nana” to nine grandchildren, Heidi, Zachary, Holli, Thomas, and Susan Hess, Lynnsey and Steven Spangler, and Adam and Andrew Harn; and two great-grandsons, Bennett Hess and Noah Spangler.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, and one sister, Peggy Spradling.

Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, and the funeral at 11 a.m.

Tuesday at Preston-Schilling Funeral Home in Dixon, with the Rev. Antoni Kretowicz of St. Anne Catholic Church in Dixon officiating. Burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery in Dixon.

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DIXON – Bobbie Nell Hess, 88, longtime resident of Dixon, died Thursday, April 14, 2016, at Heritage Square in Dixon. She worked at Dixon State School and Lee Hess & Sons Distributors and retired from Raynor Manufacturing in the sales department.

Bobbie was born Aug. 10, 1927, in Merkel, Texas, the daughter of Jesse “Otto” W. and Bertha (Winters) Bicknell. She married Robert L. “Bob” Hess on Feb. 9, 1945, in Dixon.

He preceded her in death on Nov. 25, 1980. Bobbie was a member of St. Anne Catholic Church in Dixon, and a former member of Knights of Columbus Council 690 in Dixon. She enjoyed working in her yard and tending her flowers. She also enjoyed twist dancing, crossword puzzles, and traveling to Italy.

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Gilda was born Nov. 3, 1928, in Fulton, the daughter of Henry R. and Theresa (Workman) Dykema. She married Norman Hartman on Aug. 7, 1947, in Morrison. He preceded her in death on May 5, 2008.

Survivors include one daughter, Gretchen (Mike) Smith of Milwaukee; one son, Gordon (Lois) Hart-

man of Atalissa, Iowa; five grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.

She also was preceded in death by her parents, and one son, Gregory Hartman.

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DIXON

Petunia Festival pancake breakfast changes Dixon Athletic Booster Club will take over the tradition

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DIXON – Bill Ost and Terry Nichols have flipped enough pancakes in the past 30 years to equal the weight of an 8-ton elephant.

The two pals, along with other Dixon Area Garden Club members, slaved over hot grills at the Petunia Festival pancake breakfast, typically serving 1,000 people per day.

This year, they’ll pass their spatulas to the Dixon Athletic Booster Club.

It will be the first time in about 50 years that a new organization has run the breakfast. “We’ve been doing this for a very long time, but it’s time for someone new to take over,� said Ost, the garden club president. “It was always a really big thing for us.�

Preparation for the breakfast started with ordering ingredients in March, and on festival days, they would get to Page Park by 4:30 a.m. to set up and make a tester batch, Nichols said.

The diners would make

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all of their hard work worth it, he said. “It was nice to see all of the families and the whole community coming together to have breakfast,� Nichols said. “We even had one kid come through, and he ate 16 pancakes.�

Dave Johnson, vice president of operations for the festival, began

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reaching out to organizations in November looking for a group to take over flipping the flapjacks. “This has become a big tradition for families, and a lot of people have been curious to see who will take over,� Johnson said.

Bonnie Rodriguez, president of the Booster Club, said the group has want-

ed to increase its participation in the community, and the pancake breakfast gives it an opportunity to branch out.

The task is a bit daunting, though, she said. “I’m nervous, but because of that, we’re more apt to stay on top of everything and make the program a success like it has been for years,�

Rodriguez said. “We have some big shoes to fill, but we’re excited to venture out into it.�

They’re not total newbies – the club has organized a pancake breakfast in the past, which served about 300 people, she said.

The Petunia Festival breakfast nets about

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Rock Falls man still in critical condition

FULTON – A volunteer day is planned for 1 to 3:30 p.m. today at Andresen Nature Center, 409 N. Fourth St. Help is needed in developing the prairie garden, invasive species removal, beehive preparation and additional landscaping activities. Those wanting to help can arrive and leave anytime.

Email andresennaturecenter@gmail.com or call 815-499-5869 for more information on volunteering and center projects.

ROCK FALLS – A Rock Falls man who was riding his bicycle east on U.S. Route 30 when he was hit by a vehicle Wednesday still was listed in critical condition Friday.

Jon C. Dehaan, 50, is being treated at Rockford Memorial Hospital for unspecified injuries.

Dehaan was hit by a vehicle driven by Daniel W. Surdez, 26, of Rock Falls. Dehaan’s vehicle also was eastbound shortly before 7:30 a.m.

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DIXON – A 20-year-old man who in March was convicted of attempted aggravated robbery is back in jail, this time for harassing a potential witness, prosecutors say.

According to court documents, Savon D. Monroe of Dixon threatened “a person that may be expected to serve as a witness in a pending legal proceeding� when he left a voice message April 8 on the victim’s Facebook page stating “I’ll kill your

mom and your kids.�

Monroe was arrested April 9, taken to Lee County Jail, and is being held on $30,000 bond. Public Defender Bob Thompson is representing him.

A preliminary hearing is set for April 27.

Harassment of a witness is a class 2 felony punishable by 3 to 7 years in prison.

Monroe was sentenced March 3 to 30 months probation for his role in a Jan. 28 attempted robbery in the 800 block of West Third Street. Prosecutors filed Tuesday to revoke probation in that case.

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$11,000, and after a portion is donated to the festival, the organization pockets the rest.

Until a few years ago, the breakfast was the club’s main fundraiser, with money plowed back into the petunias they planted along the road. “With the athletic booster taking over, the funds will directly benefit our high school and junior high students,� Johnson said.

The 52nd annual Petunia Festival will run June 30 to July 4, and Ost said he looks forward to getting out from behind the griddle and exploring. “It will be nice to see the rest of what’s going on in the festival for a change.�

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EDITORIAL | DIXON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Momentous decision made; more ahead W

ell into its ninth decade of service, Dixon High School is something very special.

Its unique castle-like architecture is beloved by the community. Visitors marvel at its striking appearance and prime location along the picturesque Rock River.

Dedicated during Herbert Hoover’s presidency, the building has its problems, however. They have been scrupulously studied by the school board during the past several years.

Board members then

faced a momentous decision. Should millions of dollars be spent to renovate the building, possibly construct an addition, and keep using it for the foreseeable future?

Or should a new high school be built?

This week, the school board made its decision.

Members unanimously agreed it is time to build a new high school at a different location, as well as bring other school buildings in Dixon up to code.

The price tag for all the work won’t be cheap: nearly $77.7 million, according to estimates.

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dum, money from which would lessen the burden on real estate taxpayers.

With architecture reminiscent of a castle, Based on those variDixon High School is a very special building. ables, the owner of a The school board made a momentous $100,000 home would decision this week to build a new school. It have to pay an extra $319 to $446 a year over the life needs to be a special building, too. of the bonds.

That’s a lot of money.

But the school district School district residents Looking at it another way, will gain a brand new will do so at the ballot box the cost per week ranges high school complex on Nov. 8. from $6.13 to $8.58. along with refurbished Voters will be asked to Superintendent Margo elementary and upperapprove a bond issue, Empen said officials plan grade buildings that will expected to be for $80.5 to devote a lot of time carry it far into the 21st million, with a payback of and effort to educate the century.

20 or 25 years. public about the need The public, of course, They might also be for building the new must weigh in on the pro- asked to approve a 1 high school and making posals. percent sales tax referen- repairs to other schools.

That’s important, because voters need to be in full possession of the facts before making a momentous decision of their own.

For fans of the special castle-like building, it will help them to know that plans to repurpose it for future community use will be explored.

For voters in general, the school district must come up with designs that clearly show the new high school will be something very special.

Voters accustomed to the current school will expect nothing less.

AFTER THE COLD WAR

Pope’s leadership underscores church’s influence Francis’ focus wider than that of Americans ARTHUR I. CYR Northbrook

“An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth” is a useful starting place for discussion of the influence of Pope Francis, who is proving to be a remarkably active and activist leader of the Roman Catholic Church. To modern readers, the Biblical quote (Exodus 21:24) may seem brutal, but the Old Testament sentiment actually meant revolutionary progress.

Ancient warfare involved unrestrained killing and pillaging. By contrast, this Hebrew law codified proportionality and restraint. Historically and currently, the Vatican has played an important role in restraining and restricting warfare.

The Roman Catholic Church historically also has given priority to humanitarian relief, an essential point often overlooked in the economically advanced economies and our increasingly secular societies. The inherent tension between the Vatican and modern capitalism tends to

be downplayed by the media.

The essential Christian message emphasizes compassion, and the Catholic Church over centuries has played a vital role in relief of poverty and human misery, and in promotion of human rights. The cumulative positive impact is profound among the approxiArthur I. m a t e l y Cyr one billion Roman Catholics currently on the planet, and well beyond.

Pope Francis’ April 8 letter on marriage and the family should be viewed in this context. Media commentary emphasizes Rome’s reiteration of commitment to traditional marriage, which is hardly news. The letter emphasizes tolerance for those who do not accept Catholic doctrine.

That marks a change, important if overdue.

BOTH DEVELOPED and developing economies are growing, but poverty and war have not been abolished. Last year, Francis celebrated a Catholic mass in Revolution Square in Havana, Cuba.

Long-term Vatican efforts to pressure Cuba could

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Relative security for Americans encourages selfpreoccupation.

Francis rightly pursues wider collective concerns.

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criticized his church for mishandling sex abuse crimes by priests.

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prove to be profound.

During the Cold War, Pope John Paul II provided historic leadership in foreign policy. He supported Solidarity, the successful trade unionbased reform movement in his native Poland.

That, in turn, contributed to the fall of the Soviet Union and satellite states.

Today, hunger and poverty have been overcome for the great majority in industrialized nations, and political controversies there now generally focus on other topics. Francis is with political reformers on the left

regarding the environment and capital punishment, with political conservatives in opposing gay marriage. Single-issue activists should take note.

Shocking criminal sexual abuse by priests is a principal contemporary challenge. Last year, a Vatican tribunal was established to review and judge cases of sexual abuse. Francis’ predecessor, Benedict XVI, publicly acknowledged the criminal behavior, met with victims, and apologized.

Catholic Church emphasis on restraint in war was reconfirmed by vast kill-

ing during the 20th century. German Pope Benedict, during a 2006 visit to Auschwitz, emphasized the grotesque horror of the Holocaust.

Contemporary analysis of ethics and military strategy is spearheaded

by Catholic scholars such as the Rev. J. Bryan Hehir, a senior priest and faculty member at the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University.

During the Cold War, Father Hehir guided the U.S. Catholic Bishops’ influential report on use of nuclear weapons. Hehir also bluntly

ON APRIL 11, U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry visited the memorial in Hiroshima, Japan, commemorating lives lost from the 1945 atomic bomb attack. He is the first holder of his office to do so, and appropriately described the experience as “gut-wrenching.” War has not been abolished, but global total war has not been repeated.

Relative security for Americans encourages self-preoccupation. Francis rightly pursues wider collective concerns.

Note to readers: Arthur I. Cyr is Clausen distinguished professor at Carthage College, Kenosha, Wisconsin, and author of “After the Cold War.” Contact him at acyr@carthage.edu.

THE READER’S VOICE

Mayor Burke showed great love for his city BILL WADSWORTH Dixon

Jim Burke was my friend, and a good, honest, selfless man, with the best for Dixon always-on-his-creative-mind kind of friend.

He was a Democrat in a Republican land who celebrated our hero, Ronald Reagan, as his own. He was instrumental in the development of the Dixon Riverfront and the Ronald Reagan Trail, two Reaganbased accomplishments, as well as his ongoing support of the “Boyhood Home.”

There were those who chose not to see the value

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of his love for Dixon, I suppose, but wearing blinders can’t conceal what his 24/7 imagination did for our beloved town.

God bless you, Jim. Well done.

Political parties leave public double-crossed CHARLES BECKER Dixon

The Democrats and the Republicans have doublecrossed the registered voters all across the United States.

It all started with light jabs; words that sting like a bee. This occurred in the debates, especially in the Republican debates when Donald Trump’s

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The business machine of the 20th and 21st century appeared as a ghost in the night. At first he appeared to the parties as a comic with loads of financial wizardry in his empire.

Trump’s numbers kept

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increasing because the people were shocked and perturbed at this awful scenario happening. The Democrats and Republicans declared, “Enough is enough.”

The Dems and Repubs showed their discontent with Trump. The nasty, crude, unkind battle of words was on TV. What a display, spewing from their mouths.

Should Trump, the people’s choice, disappear?

Then only candidates of either party would be running for president. People – double-crossed by parties. It’s only the parties’ candidates running for this office of president in the USA. Hoping this crude behavior never happens in the world of sports.

What shame for a counReinie had a Cessna 120 try of one nation under that he upgraded to be like God. a 140. We each took onehour lessons early in the morning, and the cost was $7 an hour for the plane and $4 an hour for Reinie.

Reinie was quite frugal.

He had us land on the grass beside the asphalt JERRY SCHABACKER runway doing touch and Ashton go because it was less I read the article by Shir- wear on the tires. ley Foster [“Recalling early I soloed that summer. aviator’s service to Dixon School was ready to start, airport,” The Reader’s and I was out of money. I Voice, April 6] about the had spent $209.

Dixon airport and Rein- My dad told me I could hart Schnell. This brought take flying lessons, but back good memories to me I would have to use my about Reinie and Esther. own money. I didn’t get A friend and I, who was back to flying until I was one year younger than 30 years old. Then I got me, took flying lessons my private pilot’s license. the summer of 1959. I was The summer of 1959 was between my junior and very fun and memorable senior year in high school. for me.

Recalling fun summer with early aviator

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UNDERSTANDING ILLINOIS | PRISON REFORM

Cutting inmate population a laudable goal Elephant in the room is what to do about state drug policies

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ov. Bruce Rauner has a goal of reducing Illinois prison numbers by 25 percent in the coming few years. A blue-ribbon group he set up is at work to make this a reality.

Should we do so?

When I was a backbench state legislator a half century ago, there were 7,000 inmates in our prisons. Recently the number reached almost 50,000, though that has come back to 46,000; crime is down, and the justice system is going lighter on drug crimes, I am told.

During the 1980s, we got tough on crime with Class X felony and truthin-sentencing laws.

These policies took sentencing discretion away from judges and put felons in prison for longer stretches than before.

Illegal drug activity was also up, a profitable alternative for young men from poor neigh-

borhoods who had neither positive role models nor jobs.

Criminologist David Olson at Loyola University in Chicago is a member of Rauner’s blueribbon group.

Olson points out that part of the increased prison population results from convictions for non-violent drug offenses. In addition, 40 percent of all prison inmates are inside the walls for sometimes minor violations of their parole.

Rehabilitation, mental health and education programs in prisons are also woefully inadequate to meet inmate needs, which results in more inmates ending up back in prison than might be the case otherwise.

AS A RESULT, WE built one new prison a year for a couple of decades and now have 30, and yet the prisons are overcrowded, with a rated capacity of 34,000 to house the 46,000 inmates.

In recent years, however, liberals and conservatives across the country have come together to rethink old throw-awaythe-key policies.

There have already

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

He co-wrote “Fixing Illinois.”

been dramatic reductions in juvenile incarceration in Illinois, from 1,600 a few years ago to 400 today. The feeling is that prisons are a bad place to address youngsters’ problems. Community-based mental health and counseling services get better results, say the experts.

Many, maybe most, of the adult inmates also have mental health and substance abuse problems, which could also be addressed at the community level. But would they be?

I came up in an era when populations at big state-operated “mental health hospitals” were, as the term went, “deinstitutionalized” (why not simply say we closed the hospitals?) – on the premise that community-based services would

THE READER’S VOICE

Smoke-free air law should stay in place BETTY CLEMENTZ Sterling

Right now, a bill is being considered that would allow exemptions to Illinois’ smoke-free air law. The evidence hasn’t changed that secondhand smoke kills thousands every year. So why should we weaken protections against this toxin?

Our smoke-free air law saves lives. In addition to protecting people from deadly secondhand smoke, it encourages smokers to quit or cut down their use and prevents young people from ever picking up a cigarette.

These are immediate and long-term health benefits for both smokers

and non-smokers alike.

And that’s good for businesses and for workers.

I’m disappointed in the House committee members who voted in favor of these exemptions. When we allow certain establishments to be exempt from these laws, we make clean air a privilege, instead of a right.

Everyone – regardless of where they work, live, or spend their free time – deserves to breathe clean air.

Sen. Bivins and Rep. Stewart, I urge you to protect public health and fight back against any efforts to weaken the smoke-free air law.

Seek God’s gift of truth GAIL P. ARBOGAST Oregon

Are you listening?

Can’t you hear him

calling us back to him?

He calls out every morning.

We see and understand what is right and good, but we refuse to act on his divine truths.

Don’t we realize only his truths have the power to free us from our sins?

Remember, he came to save and help us, not condemn us. His truths are to convict us and get us to turn back to his wisdoms for help in our journeys.

He knows how helpless we are without his unconditional love. So he continues to call out to everyone here on earth.

May we all choose to seek after such a gift of real love in all his glory.

For it’s for all who will simply believe him.

May God’s grace and peace fill your hearts full and overflowing. Amen.

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be much better for both the mentally ill and their families nearby.

Unfortunately, the local services were never adequately funded, and now many of the mentally ill are in our jails and prisons. My old friend, Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart, says his largest-in-thenation jail is the biggest mental health institution in the country.

Reducing inmate numbers in prisons will not, certainly should not, reduce overall costs of efforts to return criminals to society.

AND THE ISSUES OF reducing prison time are not easy, says Olson.

Should residential burglaries always result in prison time, as they do now? Ditto for crimes involving a firearm, and for drug sales near schools (even when school is not in session)?

Olson’s group has made 14 initial recommendations that go after the low-hanging fruit. For example: expand the use of electronic monitoring based on risk and responsivity, and expand education, drug and mental health counseling in prisons.

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I have always agreed with the late conservative icon William F. Buckley that drugs should be legalized. Make no mistake, the costs of doing so would be horrendous ... but lesser, I contend, that what we have wrought.

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I would add to the list the elimination of parole for low-risk, non-violent offenders, so that parole resources can be focused on more intensive counseling for those with mental illness and substance abuse problems.

The elephant in the room is what to do about drug policies, which the blue-ribbon group hasn’t tackled yet. Olson does sense that many on the commission, which includes law enforcement folks, feel that felony penalties for certain drug crimes

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should be lowered.

I have always agreed with the late conservative icon William F. Buckley that drugs should be legalized. Make no mistake, the costs of doing so would be horrendous, in increased addiction and other bad consequences – but lesser, I contend, than what we have wrought.

Our voracious appetites for drugs, which most well-off white folks can get from poor black and brown folks as it is, has resulted in the destabilization of Mexico and several South American nations, and innumerable deaths there and on our streets.

But legalization is not likely to happen in the near future.

For the moment, Olson thinks the Rauner goal of reducing numbers by 25 percent can be achieved.

Rauner should be commended for his initiative.

Note to readers: Jim Nowlan of Toulon served two terms in the Illinois House and worked under three governors. He cowrote “Fixing Illinois: Politics and Policy in the Prairie State.” Contact Nowlan at jnowlan3@ gmail.com. without a state budget for the fiscal year that started July 1.

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We are studying Jacoby Two No-trump in answer to a major-suit opening bid.

The opener makes one of three rebids. Ideally, he jumps in a strong side fivecard suit (one headed by at least two of the top three honors); next, he mentions a singleton or void at the threelevel; last, but not least, he says how many high-card points he holds.

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uses Blackwood to reach six spades. South seems to have two unavoidable losers: one spade and one diamond.

But he might get lucky in two ways.

He wins with dummy’s club queen and calls for the spade jack.

Maybe East will cover from queen- or king-doubleton. He shouldn’t, but it cannot hurt to try.

Assuming East plays low under the spade jack, declarer wins with his ace, then cashes the heart, club and diamond winners.

Finally, he exits with a trump.

Here, West takes the trick and must lead a heart or a club, which South ruffs in the dummy while he sluffs the last diamond from his hand.

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“Throughout the whole process, we were building on the fly,” he said.

Over the last couple of months of construction, materials and work still were being bid out.

It came together, and Struna said no one who voted “yes” has expressed regret, whereas some who voted “no” changed camps.

So, what did his district do to appease the masses?

That’s one of many questions Dixonites are asking.

How did Hall repurpose the old building?

Whereas a joint committee made up of city, school district and community leaders is being finalized and charged with the task of putting the old Dixon High School building on the tax rolls, old Hall High eventually was leveled.

Built in 1914, it had received four add-ons over the years. Struna said the hardest addition to watch come down was the 1976 gymnasium.

So before the school came down, bleachers, mats and scoreboards were removed to be repurposed in the new school’s gym. After a 3-day salvage open house was held, and as the building came down, the district salvaged bricks that were used to build a wall of the new school’s cafeteria. About a dozen stained-glass windows were saved, too, and installed in the new school.

The new school also boasts red metal roofs that mimic the unique red clay-tiled roof at the old school, and the new building’s windows are similar to the brick window gables at the old school.

“When we had our open house, people noticed

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Brick-red was the color chosen for the metal roof on new Hall High School in Spring Valley in order to mimic the old high school, Superintendent Mike Struna said. that stuff,” Struna said.

How did the process go in Dixon?

A Strategic Planning Task Force, made up of 14 people from the school district, board of education, and community, was formed by administration with board approval in June 2013.

Over 10 months, the task force met with school facility experts, toured and evaluated each district building, toured new facilities in nearby districts, and studied funding opportunities. In April 2014, the task force reported its findings to the board in a report titled Vision 2020 and recommended a consulting firm be hired to help with planning.

GreenAssociates was hired in summer 2014 and helped facilitate community forums and administer surveys. A 10-year health, life, and safety survey was done last summer, revealing $26.5 million in requirements to bring the district’s buildings up to code.

In December, Green-

To attend The Dixon school board will meet at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at the district office, 1335 Franklin Grove Road.

Go to DixonSchools. org or call the school district’s central office at 815-284-7722 for an agenda or more information.

Associates unveiled three options’ plans and costs at the last community forum: merely bring the buildings up to code; build a new high school and bring other buildings up to code; or demolish part of and renovate existing Dixon High, and bring other buildings up to code.

On Tuesday evening, after about 4 months of researching and deliberating the options, and the funding mechanisms that could make them possible, the board voted unanimously to recommend building a new high school.

As elected officials, the school board is entrusted to vote on resolutions to

make such recommendations. Ultimately, however, such decisions come down to ballot measures.

What am I going to see on the ballot Nov. 8?

It will be a while until the language is hammered out, but essentially what voters will be asked is whether they support the building of a new Dixon High School.

Including will be the funding mechanism the school board chooses.

The language must be finalized and the ballot item filed 65 days before the Nov. 8 election, which makes the deadline Sept. 4.

If I vote “yes,” what is this going to cost me?

The project is estimated to cost $77,675,104.

If the school district were to bond out (borrow) $80.5 million over 20 years, without a 1 percent sales tax referendum, it would cost the owner of a $100,000 home an extra $446 annually.

If the funds were bonded out over 25 years, it would cost that home-

Shown are two of the stained-glass windows from the 1914 school in Spring Valley, hanging near the ornamental stairwell of the new school. owner $396 a year.

Should a 1 percent sales tax be tied to the referendum, the extra cost would be $370 or $319 annually for the 20- and 25-year bonding issue, respectively.

Where would the new high school be?

The district is still shopping for a site for the new high school, and will make its decision public via open-session vote at a board meeting. Divulging information prematurely could inflate the price of the property and, ultimately, result in higher taxes.

Superintendent Margo Empen said size, grade, location, access, proximity to town, and transportation and utility access are among factors considered during the search.

Why not save the castle?

Myriad pros and cons were weighed for all three options, although board members often remarked that merely bringing the buildings up to code was far and away the least desirable option, leaving building new or renovating the preferred options.

In Vision 2020, the task force cited the following chief concerns with the existing high school: basic mechanical infrastructure is inefficient, obsolete or nonexistent; the building is deteriorating beyond the scope of maintenance; there is inadequate practice and performance space for sports and arts; it fails to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act; it lacks up-to-date safety and security systems; and it fails to provide space and furnishings conducive to a 21st-century learning environment.

What has the district done in terms of upkeep at the current high school?

Over the past 5 years, nearly $1 million has gone into repair and maintenance of Dixon High, with an emphasis on repair – thanks to budget cramps putting many districts into an asneeded frame mindset.

“While it makes longterm financial sense to replace a system at some point, that point is often postponed in the interest of immediate cost, as opposed to long-term life cycle costs often resulting in deferred maintenance,” Empen said.

“This is a common and frequent dilemma faced by most public school districts.”

Revision of codes often means that not only do building systems need replacing, but also associated items must be upgraded, Empen said.

“Schools, as well as other public buildings, are expected to have a long life, so it is not unusual that at nearly 90 years of age, DHS has reached the point of needing major repair and reconstruction of multiple building systems,” she said.

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STERLING – For Newman, the fifth inning of Friday’s baseball game against Fulton was a thing of beauty.

For the Steamers, it was a period of extended misery.

The Comets scored five runs in the inning against three Fulton pitchers, and went on to a 9-4 victory in a key Three Rivers Conference matchup.

Newman (7-3, 4-1) had five hits in the inning, highlighted by a two-run double by Chase Graham, and RBI singles from KC Knack and Ricky Rank. Luke Olson also drew a bases-loaded walk to plate another run.

“That was really nice to piece together those hits,” Newman’s Gehrig Koerner said. “The bench was in the game the whole time. The intensity was awesome with our crew over here, and it was really fun to play that way.”

Fulton starter Jack Lemke (1-1) was chased after allowing four singles and a walk to open the fifth, and the only out recorded was on a pickoff play at first base.

Reliever Seth Sikkema didn’t retire a batter, issuing two walks sandwiched around the double by Graham.

The third pitcher of the inning, Jason Ryder, walked Olson to force in the fifth and final run of the inning. Fulton pitchers issued five walks and hit two batters overall, in addition to allowing nine hits. There were also three errors by the Steamer defense.

“We can’t make that many errors and expect to beat a team like Newman,” Fulton coach Kyle Miller said. “We gave too many free passes away on the mound, and they’re going to beat you. They had some timely hits, but we definitely booted the ball around way too much, and you’re not going to beat a quality baseball team in this conference that way.”

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Newman’s Gehrig Koerner makes contact during Friday’s Three Rivers game against Fulton in Sterling. The Comets scored five runs in the fifth inning en route to a 9-4 win.

Checking the All-American Box Sauk Valley sophomore guard earns NJCAA third-team honors

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He can be reached at srosenbloom@ tribune.com.

Bigwigs dropping ball, too

MEN’S BASKETBALL | SAUK VALLEY SKYHAWKS

Isaiah Box did a little bit of everything for the Sauk Valley Community College men’s basketball team in the 2015-16 season.

Now he’s getting rewarded for it.

Box, a 6-foot-1 sophomore guard from Rockford East, was named to the NJCAA Division I All-American third team, it was announced this week.

“It means a lot to me,” Box said. “Coming in from Rock Valley [College], I never thought I’d receive an honor like this. Early in the season, I had a couple of good games, and things just kind of came together after that.”

Box, who played for a national championship team at Rock Valley College in the 2014-15 season, averaged 20.8 points, 4.4 assists, 4.1 steals and 1.7 rebounds per game for SVCC, which posted a 26-7 record this past season. He led all Division I juco players in steals per game.

“He was the easiest leading scorer I’ve ever coached, because he was so willing to pass the ball,” SVCC coach Russ Damhoff said. “The team saw that, and if he was willing to pass the ball, then we can do that too. Passing the ball was one of our strengths this season, and Isaiah was a big part of that.”

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Sauk Valley sophomore Isaiah Box was named third-team All-American by the NJCAA, it was announced earlier this week. He is the fifth Skyhawk to earn All-America honors.

t was late Wednesday night after a meaningless game against the 76ers to end a pathetic season punctuated by quitting players and inept coaching, and Bulls management wonks were showing how much the franchise hates you.

Or if the Bulls don’t hate you, then they sniff at your very existence.

Hoops honcho John Paxson and general manager Gar Forman were staging an end-of-season postmortem in a virtual cone of silence, free of television and radio broadcasts the way the team is free of playoff games.

The Bulls apparently are taking their imaging philosophy from Caddyshack’s Judge Smails: “You’ll get nothing and like it.”

So, we piece together quotes as provided by Tribune beat monster K.C. Johnson, and some of the best parts feature Paxson destroying Forman and his choice of Fred Hoiberg as coach, even if that wasn’t Paxson’s intent.

Or maybe it was. I love it when bad front offices begin the cannibalization process.

Here’s Paxson: “Fred is a very bright guy. Every time we talk to him about basketball philosophy, we feel he’s on the right track mentally.

We have to help him get to where that belief and vision and message translates to the court.”

Whoa, wait, stop. “Help him get to where that belief and vision and message translates to the court?” Are you kidding me?

Hoiberg was already there.

Supposed to be there, anyway. Hoiberg was the guy.

THE guy. The last piece to a championship run.

That’s what Forman told us.

That’s the way Forman sold the coaching change. He dumped Tom Thibodeau and said Hoiberg was the answer for what he characterized as a championshipcontending roster.

Oops, bubba.

This side note: Forman also ran out Thibodeau’s assistant coach Ron Adams, who immediately helped coach the Warriors to one title, and is working on a second one after becoming the first NBA team to win 73 games in the regular season.

The Warriors’ strength is ball movement and defense.

Adams’ defense. Forman fired Adams for the good of the organization.

I’ll pause for laughter.

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Calling it quits Percy Harvin WR is retiring after 7 years in the NFL; the former Viking, Seahawk, Jet & Bill has had lingering hip and knee injuries.

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Saturday Auto racing 7:30 & 10 a.m.

• NASCAR Sprint Cup, Food City 500, practice, at Bristol, Tenn., FS1 8:30 a.m.

• NASCAR Xfinity, Bristol 300, qualifying, at Bristol, Tenn., FS1 11:30 a.m.

• NASCAR Xfinity, Bristol 300, at Bristol, Tenn., FS1 5 p.m.

• IndyCar, Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach, qualifying, NBCSN 12:30 a.m. (Sunday)

• Formula 1 Series, Chinese Grand Prix, NBCSN

College softball Noon

• Tennessee at Georgia, ESPN2 2 p.m.

• Texas at Oklahoma, ESPN2 Golf 7 a.m.

• European PGA Tour, Real Club Valderrama Open de Espana, third round, at Spain, GOLF 2 p.m.

• PGA Tour, RBC Heritage, third round, at Hilton Head Island, S.C., CBS • Champions Tour, Mitsubishi Electric Classic, second round, at Duluth, Ga., GOLF 6 p.m.

• LPGA Tour, Lotte Championship, final round, at Oahu, Hawaii, GOLF

MLB Noon

• Mariners at Yankees, MLB 1 p.m.

• Rockies at Cubs, CSN • Reds at Cardinals, FSM 3 p.m.

• Blue Jays at Red Sox, FS1

Yu Darvish Rehabbing Rangers pitcher says he’ll give $1,000 to any minor league hitters if they hit a home run off of him in batting practice.

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Grobe homers in win; Newman’s Ahlers sets meet records

By SVM Sports Staff

Friday’s stars Brandon Schneiderman Chris Ahlers, Newman T&F, struck out 10 in five innings on 2 meet records the mound as Forreston-Polo opened the Byron tournament Kyle LeBlanc, Dixon T&F, with a 10-2 win over Orion on 100 win, 2nd in 200, high jump Friday.

Tayla Schwarz, Dixon T&F, Brody Grobe hit a home run and 2 wins scored three runs for the CardiBrandon Schneiderman, F-P nals. Austin Groshans went 2-forbaseball, 5 IP, 10 K 3 and drove in three runs. Richie Brody Grobe, F-P baseball, Bartnick was 2-for-3 with two HR, 3 R RBIs. Ciara Miller, Milledgeville Orion got on the board with a softball, W, 6 IP, ER, 8 K run in the top of the first before Forreston-Polo answered with one run in the bottom of the first, (51.57) and Nyrel Sullivan in the then tacked on eight runs in the A Division long jump (21-2 1/4).

Comets runner-up at Riversecond. dale: Chris Ahlers set a pair of Softball Milledgeville 6, Pecatonica 3: meet records to lead Newman to The Missiles allowed three runs second place at the 10-team Riverin the top of the sixth, but their dale Invitational in Port Byron. six-run cushion built early on The Comets finished with 98 proved to be enough in an NUIC points, behind only AnnawanWethersfield, which had 109.

East home win.

Ciara Miller earned the win after Ahlers set meet records in the allowing six hits and three runs 800 (2:00.18) and 1,600 (4:27.83), (one earned) in six innings, while and teamed with Matt Hodge, striking out eight. Jenna Bibler Drew Henson and Spencer had three hits and an RBI, and Mauch to win the 3,200 relay Morgan Smith hit a double and (9:04.03).

Easton Bianchi won the 100 batted in a run for Milledgeville.

(11.5) and 200 (23.46), while Boys track & field Logan Whitman took the 300 LeBlanc leads Dukes: Kyle hurdles (45.14).

LeBlanc had a big day as Dixon The Comets were also runnersfinished fourth among seven up in the 800 (1:38.27) and 1,600 teams at the Galesburg A-B-C (3:42.73) relays.

Invitational.

Girls track & field The Dukes finished with 182.5 Dixon third at Yorkville invite: points, behind Geneseo (340.5), United Township (309.5) and Thrower Tayla Schwarz won both of her events by a large margin, Galesburg (235).

LeBlanc won the B Division 100 and led the Duchesses to a (11.56), and placed second in the third-place finish at the Matt A Division 200 (22.55) and high Wulf Invitational at Yorkville.

Host Yorkville won the eightjump (6-4).

Arthur Cox won the C Divi- team invite with 194 points, sion 100 (11.59) and 200 (23.29). Aurora Central Catholic (110) was Second-place finishers included second, and Dixon (71) rounded Josh Dallas in the A Division 400 out the top three.

Schwarz picked up Dixon’s two wins. She finished first in the shot put with a distance of 41 feet, 2 inches. Her throw was nearly 6 feet ahead of Aurora Central Catholic senior Jenna Cebulski’s heave of 35-4.

No one came close to Schwarz’s 126-0 mark in the discus, either.

The Dixon sophomore was the only competitor in the 100-foot range.

Kira Goral added a third-place finish for the Duchesses in the 3,200, finishing in 12:32.24.

Shannon Lahey was third in the long jump (14-11) and triple jump (30-7), and added a fourthplace finish in the 100 (13.57).

Hawks seventh at Ottawa: Ellen Reckamp placed second in a pair of events as Oregon finished seventh among eight teams at the Ottawa A-B-C Invitational.

The Hawks picked up 85 points.

Dunlap (355), Kaneland (282) and LaSalle-Peru (176.5) claimed the top three spots.

Reckamp finished second in the C Division shot put (28-9 1/2) and B Division discus (89-9).

Also claiming runner-up finishes were Meredith Gelander in the B Division shot put (30-8), Teddy Beaucham in the A Division shot put (31-2 1/2), Melody Stuppy in the C Division discus (73-2), and Abigail Hopkins in the A Division 100 hurdles (17.49).

Jensen wins sprints: Mary Jensen won both sprints to lead Newman to sixth place at the 11-team Riverdale Invitational in Port Byron.

The Comets had 50 points, behind Benton-Scales MoundShullsberg (118.6), AnnawanWethersfield (98.6), Stark County (72.6), Riverdale (64.6) and Kewanee (55).

Jensen won the 100 (13.13) and 200 (27.25).

6 p.m.

• Braves at Marlins, FS1 8 p.m.

Sunday Arena football 3 p.m.

• Portland at Philadelphia, ESPN2

Auto racing 6 a.m.

• FIA World Endurance Championship, Silverstone Circuit, FS1 8 a.m.

• FIA World Endurance Championship, Silverstone Circuit, FS2 Noon

• NASCAR, Sprint Cup Series, Food City 500, at Bristol, Tenn., FOX 3:30 p.m.

• IndyCar Series, Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach, NBCSN

College lacrosse 11 a.m.

• Duke at Virginia, ESPN2

Golf 4 a.m.

• European PGA Tour, Real Club Valderrama Open de Espana, final round, GOLF Noon

• PGA Tour, RBC Heritage, final round, at Hilton Head Island, S.C., GOLF 2 p.m.

• PGA Tour, RBC Heritage, final round, at Hilton Head Island, S.C., CBS • Champions Tour, Mitsubishi Electric Classic, final round, GOLF

MLB 1 p.m.

• Tigers at Astros or Angels at Twins, MLB • Rockies at Cubs, WGN • Reds at Cardinals, FSM 7 p.m.

• Giants at Dodgers or Cardinals at Diamondbacks, MLB

• Giants at Dodgers, ESPN

Motor sports

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2 p.m.

2 p.m.

• Playoffs, first round, Pistons at Cavaliers, ABC

• AMA Monster Energy Series, at St. Louis, FOX

4:30 p.m.

NBA

• Playoffs, first round, Hornets at Heat, TNT

11:30 a.m.

• Playoffs, first round, Pacers at Raptors, ESPN

7 p.m.

• Playoffs, first round, Grizzlies at Spurs, TNT

2:30 p.m.

• Playoffs, first round, Rockets at Warriors, ABC

9:30 p.m.

6 p.m.

• Playoffs, first round, Celtics at Hawks, ESPN 8:30 p.m.

• Playoffs, first round, Mavericks at Thunder, ESPN

NHL 2 p.m.

• Playoffs, first round, Rangers at Penguins, NBC 6 p.m.

• Playoffs, first round, Flyers at Capitals, CNBC 7 p.m.

• Playoffs, first round, Wild at Stars, NBCSN 9:30 p.m.

• Playoffs, first round, Sharks at Kings, NBCSN

Soccer 6:40 a.m.

• Premier League, Sunderland at Norwich City, NBCSN 8:20 a.m.

• Bundesliga, Eintracht Frankfurt at Bayer 04 Leverkusen, FS2 8:55 a.m.

• Premier League, Aston Villa at Manchester United, NBCSN 9 a.m.

• Premier League, Southhampton at Everton, USA 11:30 a.m.

• Premier League, Manchester City at Chelsea, NBC • Bundesliga, Schalke 04 at Bayern Munich, FOX 5 p.m.

• MLS, Montreal at Chicago Fire, CSN

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Newman’s Nate Olson pitches Friday afternoon against Fulton in Sterling. Olson allowed one earned run through five innings in the Comets’ 9-4 win over the Steamers.

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Making the inning even more difficult was a foul ball that struck a Fulton fan in the head.

The game was delayed for about a half-hour while she was tended to, and eventually taken away in an ambulance.

Fulton (7-3, 3-1 Three Rivers) took advantage of three Newman errors to score two runs in the top of the third, and two more errors in the seventh to score its final run.

Newman starter Nate Olson (2-1) allowed one earned run, six hits and five walks in five innings, with four strikeouts.

Reliever Ethan Hafner allowed one unearned run and two hits in two innings.

Koerner, Landon Vesley and Ricky Rank each had two hits for the Comets. Rank, Vesley and Knack each scored two runs.

More often than not, Newman batters were swinging away at the

• Stanley Cup playoffs, first round, Blues at Blackhawks, NBC • Stanley Cup playoffs, first round, Lightning at Red Wings, CNBC

Newman 9, Fulton 4

first pitch if it was in the strike zone, something they didn’t do in a pair of lopsided losses to St. Bede earlier in the week.

“We’ve been preaching to the guys that we’re letting too many fastballs go by,” Newman coach Tom Wilson said.

“Today, we had a really good approach at the plate. We had a few guys swing at fastballs above their hands, but overall, everyone did a real nice job of taking what they gave us.”

NHL 2 p.m.

6 p.m.

Baseball

Star of the game: Nate Olson, Newman, 5 IP, 1 ER, 6 H, 4 SO Key performers: Landon Vesley, Newman, 2-for-4, 3B, 2 R; Gehrig Koerner, Newman, 2-for-4, 3B, RBI, 1 R Up next: Earlville at Newman, 10 a.m.

Saturday; Fulton at Morrison, 4:30 p.m.

Monday

• Playoffs, first round, Trail Blazers at Clippers, TNT

7 p.m.

• Stanley Cup playoffs, first round, Panthers at Islanders, NBCSN 9:30 p.m.

• Stanley Cup playoffs, first round, Predators at Ducks, NBCSN

Soccer 7:30 a.m.

Photos by Philip Marruffo/pmarruffo@saukvalley.com

ABOVE: Fulton’s Trey Simmons lays down a bunt against Newman during Friday’s Three Rivers game in Sterling.

BELOW: Fulton’s Jack Lemke begins his windup Friday against Newman.

• Premier League, West Ham United at Leicester City, NBCSN 8:30 a.m.

• Bundesliga, Hamburg SV at Borussia Dortmund, FS1 9:55 a.m.

• Premier League, Crystal Palace at Arsenal, NBCSN 10:20 a.m.

• Bundesliga, Koln at F.S.V. Mainz, FS2 2:30 p.m.

• MLS, New England at Orlando City, ESPN 6 p.m.

• MLS, Sporting Kansas City at FC Dallas, FS1

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On the calendar Local events

Saturday College baseball 12 p.m.

• Sauk Valley at Black Hawk

College softball 12 p.m.

• Sauk Valley at Harper

College tennis 11 a.m.

• Sauk at Moraine Valley

Baseball 10 a.m.

• Freeport at Sterling (2) • Genoa-Kingston at Oregon (2) • Rockford Christian at Rock Falls • Leland-Earlville at Newman 11 a.m.

• Erie-Prophetstown at Amboy (2) • Riverdale at Bureau Valley • AFC at Indian Creek (2) • Fulton Unity at West Carroll (2) 2 p.m.

• Belvidere North at Rock Falls TBA

• Eastland, Forreston-Polo at Byron Tournament

Girls soccer 12:30 p.m.

• Dixon at Moline

Morel season almost here W

ell, I guess I’d be kinda dumb if I didn’t start off this week by extending my sincerest thanks to Mother Nature for finally letting us out of the longest daggum late winter/early spring I’ve ever seen.

I ain’t kidding you when I say I thought it was just gonna be 40 every day from now on.

Oh, the misery of it all.

I knew we would pay for that mild winter, I just didn’t think it would be so soon. Oh well, here’s to summer!

So listen up now folks, because things are happening outside right now. We are just a mere handful of days from the first morel mushroom popping its tasty self up through the forest floor.

According to my records over the years, the first sighting in our neck of the woods averages April 18th, and man, are we gonna be close. Soil temperatures are rocketing toward the low 50s now, and a forecast of rain Tuesday could set off a bloom of epic – yes, I said epic, dangit – proportions.

Predicting these things ain’t easy, because our weather is about as

mattJONES Fishing guide from Prophetstown.

He can be reached at flathead mechanic40 @gmail.com

Submitted photo

Jeremy Diehl checks in on the morning of last year’s manufactured bait-only tournament.

This year’s event will be next Saturday, with the weigh-in at Prophetstown State Park. stable as a cat slurping a glass a vodka, but things are right, and if the rain comes, well then, look out. Holy cow, would it just be amazing to be in the woods if it all comes together just right.

Next weekend, I want to see you all over in Prophetstown at the state park. You see, me and the catfish gang will be there for one of the funnest tournaments of the year.

It’s our manufactured bait-only tournament sponsored by G and S Cheese Bait and J and N Dip Worms. This has

become an annual deal for us, and people love it because it really levels the playing field.

All competitors will only be allowed to use manufactured baits such as dip, cheese, paste, or any other homemade concoction.

In other words, leave the chubs, livers, shad, and everything that was once alive or still is at home.

This will be the second stop on the Monsters’ tour for the year, and a chance for anyone and everyone to get involved.

Registration will begin

at 5:30 a.m. Saturday morning, April 23rd.

Fishing will begin at 7 a.m. and conclude at 2 p.m. The 626-GUNS scales will open at 2:15, and all of your eight-fish limit must be weighed alive and released. All fish must be at least 15 inches long to be weighed, so make sure you keep a tape measure handy.

Really, if you want to get out and have fun and fish with a bunch of great people, come out and give it a shot. You will not be sorry, and at the very least, you’ll learn something. Find us at the Monsters of the Rock on Facebook if you got any questions.

So just promise me you will get off your keester and take in some fresh air this week.

Until next week, Go Catfish!

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• Sterling at DeKalb Barbfest

Softball 9 a.m.

• Dixon, West Carroll at Fulton Invitational 10 a.m.

• Rock Falls at Boylan (2) • Leland-Earlville at Newman 11 a.m.

• Erie-Prophetstown at Amboy (2) • Bureau Valley at Riverdale • AFC at Indian Creek (2) 12 p.m.

• Sterling vs. Rochelle (at Rockton) 2 p.m.

• Sterling at Hononegah

Boys tennis 8 a.m.

• Newman at Freeport Invite

Boys track 10 a.m.

• Dixon, Oregon at Rochelle Hub Invite • Bureau Valley at (Hall) Rollie Morris Invite 11 a.m.

• Sterling, Rock Falls at Freeport Invite

Girls track 10 a.m.

• Sterling at Rock Island Invite • Bureau Valley at (Hall) Rollie Morris Invite 11 a.m.

• Rock Falls at Boylan Relays

Sunday College softball 12 p.m.

• College of DuPage at Sauk Valley

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GOLF | RBC HERITAGE

Jason Day back atop leaderboard No. 1 golfer in world in three-way tie for lead at Harbour Town

BY PETE IACOBELLI AP Sports Writer

HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. – Jason Day is back at the top in a bid for his third PGA Tour title in a month.

Coming off a disappointing Masters, the top-ranked Day shot a 2-under 69 on Friday at the RBC Heritage to share the second-round lead with Kevin Chappell and Charley Hoffman.

Chappell and Hoffman shot 68s for the second straight day to match Day at 6-under 136.

Luke Donald, tied for the first-round lead after a 66, was a stroke back, along with Russell Knox and Patton Kizzire.

Donald had a 71, Kizzire had a 68, and Knox shot a 65 – the best round of the week.

Past tournament champion Matt Kuchar topped the group at 4 under after a 71.

Day has won two of the past three tournaments he’s entered, starting

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Jason Day tees off on the 10th hole Friday during the second round of the RBC Heritage tournament at Hilton Head Island, S.C. Day is in a three-way tie for the lead heading into the weekend. with a one-shot victory over Chappell a month ago in the Arnold Palmer Invitational. Day followed that with a victory at the WCG-Dell Match Play, and was a strong choice to slip on his first green jacket last week at Augusta National before tying for 10th.

Now, Day is fighting off the fatigue and finding success again at Harbour Town Golf Links.

“I felt like I was kind of punch-drunk a little bit,” he said of Thursday’s start. “But came out today a lot more alert and on top of it.

“I may be a little bit

mentally fatigued, but it’s not an excuse. I need to get out there and hit the shots and focus.”

Chappell has earned more than $1.4 million in 11 events this year, the bulk from two runnerup finishes. Chappell’s best showing in his nine other tournaments: A tie for 26th at the Northern Trust Open.

“My game didn’t go anywhere,” Chappell said. “I’m still on form, and really excited to be here and really excited about where things are at.”

Hoffman, who held the 54-hole lead here in 2013, had a tying birdie on the difficult par-4 eighth hole, then scrambled for par from the pine straw on No. 9.

“Once you get in the lead, you can’t let up, you’ve got to keep making birdies,” Hoffman said. “That’s what Tiger did so well during the early 2000s and that’s what I’m going to try and do on the weekend.”

Box is fifth Skyhawk All-American CHECK

After winning an NJCAA national championship with Rock Valley College in 2014-15, Isaiah Box transferred to Sauk Valley and led the Skyhawks to the district championship game. Sauk lost to Moberly (Mo.), and finished one step short of nationals.

Box was selected to the All-American third team this week, after leading NJCAA Division I in steals per game.

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Box scored in double figures in 32 of 33 games this past season, reached at least 20 points in 20 games, and had a high game of 40 points against Truman on Dec. 3 – a game in which he connected on 16 of 19 field goal attempts.

Box was a first-team Arrowhead Conference player, a first-team Region IV selection, and the MVP of the Region IV Tournament. He wrapped up his career at Sauk on March 5 with 20 points in an 83-65 loss to Moberly (Mo.) College in a district championship game – one step shy of the national tournament.

Box is in the process of visiting 4-year schools, and is unsure where he will continue his athletic and academic career next.

He is the fifth SVCC men’s basketball player to receive AllAmerican notice, joining secondteam selection Jalen Riley (201213 season), and honorable mention players Kwan Waller (200809), Brian Piper (1994-95) and Todd Veltrop (1993-94).

Michael Krabbenhoeft/mkrabbenhoeft@saukvalley.com

sportShorts SVM staff, wire services MLB

Philly apologizes to, honors Robinson As cities across the country honored Jackie Robinson’s pioneering baseball career, one also apologized for its racist treatment of Major League Baseball’s first black player nearly 70 years ago.

When Robinson’s Brooklyn Dodgers played the Philadelphia Phillies in 1947, he was told to “go back to the cotton fields” by the Phillies’ manager, refused service at a local hotel, and taunted by players with racial slurs when he came to bat.

On Friday, Philadelphia’s city council publicly acknowledged the incident as a dark chapter in the city’s history.

“He faced tremendous racism in our city,” Councilwoman Helen Gym said.

“It was something he never forgot ... but neither should we.”

Cubs activate Javier Baez from DL Javier Baez wasn’t in the Cubs’ new clubhouse 10 minutes Friday morning before he found himself on the move – across the room to a new locker.

The 23-year-old infielder and most likely reserve outfielder returned from the 15-day disabled list and exchanged hugs and highfives with teammates as he made his way around the room before Friday’s game against the Rockies.

Infielder Munenori Kawasaki was optioned to Triple-A Iowa Thursday night to make room for Baez, who batted .289 with a home run and four RBIs in 28 games with the Cubs last season.

Costner wants to make Cubs movie Count Kevin Costner among those who are hoping the Cubs can pull off a World Series win.

The actor, who’s starred in several baseball movies like “Field of Dreams” and “Bull Durham,” said in an interview with Larry King that he thinks he’s got one more baseball movie to make.

“I’ve got one more in me,” Costner said. “It has to do with the Cubs. I don’t know, I’ve gotta get it written.”

NHL

Blackhawks cups sent to St. Louis Some St. Louis Blues fans were unpleasantly surprised Wednesday when their Dunkin’ Donuts coffee cups mistakenly bore a Blackhawks logo, proclaiming it the “Official coffee of the Chicago Blackhawks.”

According to St. Louis’ KMOV, a statement from Dunkin’ Donuts claimed the mix-up was “due to an untimely shipping error.”

The cups were no longer being sold.

“It’s disgusting,” one fan told the station.

NBA

League to sell ad space on jerseys The NBA will begin putting sponsorship logos on player uniforms in 2017-18, a move that could generate at least $100 million annually – and a step that the NFL, MLB and NHL have yet to take.

The patches will appear on the front left of the jersey, opposite Nike’s logo, and measure about 2½ by 2½ inches.

Company of Nets owner searched Russia’s main domestic security agency has searched the offices of a company controlled by the owner of the Brooklyn Nets, Mikhail Prokhorov.

The Federal Security Service, the main KGB successor agency, said Friday the searches of ONEXIM group were part of a probe into alleged tax evasion. It added that the investigation is continuing.

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Baseball

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Friday’s results at Sterling

AMERICAN LEAGUE

NEWMAN 9, FULTON 4 Fulton 002 010 1 — 4 8 3 Newman 001 251 X — 9 9 6 W – Nate Olson (2-1). L – Jack Lemke (1-1) FULTON (7-3, 3-1 Three Rivers) Trey Simmons 2b 3-1-2, Cole McClary ss/3b 2-1-0, Devon Ballard c/ss 2-1-1, Seth Sikkema cf/p 4-0-2, Lemke p/cf/ss/c 3-0-2, Jason Ryder 1b/p 4-0-0, Erik North 3b/1b/rf 4-0-0, Ethan Fish dh 2-0-0, Matt Eads lf 0-0-0, Devin Bly rf 2-1-1, Kasey Murphy cr/ph 1-0-0, Blake Smith 1b 1-0-0.

Totals: 28-4-8.

Lemke (4 1/3 IP, 7 R, 5 ER, 7 H, 3 SO, 2 BB, 2 HBP), Sikkema (0 IP, 1 R, 1 ER, 1 H, 2 BB), Ryder (1 2/3 IP, 1 R, 0 ER, 1 H, 2 SO, 1 BB) and Ballard, Lemke. RBI – Sikkema 2. SAC – Simmons, McClary.

E – McClary, Lemke, Sikkema. LOB – 10.

NEWMAN (7-3, 4-1) Luke Olson ss 3-0-1, Gehrig Koerner 2b 4-1-2, Nate Olson p/1b 3-0-0, KC Knack lf 4-2-1, Landon Vesley c 4-2-2, Ricky Rank 3b 4-2-2, Ethan Hafner dh/p 2-1-0, Travis Williams 1b 0-0-0, Chase Graham rf 2-0-1, Ryan Rude cf 1-1-0, Zach Rice cr 0-0-0.

Totals: 27-4-9.

N.Olson (5 IP, 3 R, 1 ER, 6 H, 4 SO, 5 BB), Hafner (1 IP, 1 R, 0 ER, 2 H, 1 SO) and Vesley. 2B – Graham. 3B – Koerner, Vesley. RBI – Graham 2, L.Olson, Koerner, Knack, Rank. SB – Rude. CS – Rice. HBP – Rude (by Lemke), Hafner (by Lemke). E – L.Olson 2, N.Olson, Williams, Koerner, Graham. LOB – 7. at Byron

FORRESTON-POLO 10, ORION 2, 5 innings Orion 101 00 — 2 7 1 Forreston 181 0x — 10 10 1 W – Brandon Schneiderman. L – Schultz ORION Schultz (1+ IP, 9 R, 7 H, 0 K, 2 BB) and Orish (3 IP, 1 R, 3 H, 4 K, 2 BB) FORRESTON-POLO (7-4) Schneiderman (5 IP, 2 R, 7 H, 10 K, 0 BB) Multi hits – Richie Bartnick 2-3, Austin Groshans 2-3. 2B – Bartnick, Austin Groshans, Schneiderman. HR – Brody Grobe.

RBI – Austin Groshans 3, Bartnick 2, Braxton Stamm, Grobe, Scheiderman, Young

Softball Friday’s results at Milledgeville

East Division W L Pct Baltimore 8 2 .800 Boston 5 4 .556 Toronto 5 6 .455 New York 4 5 .444 Tampa Bay 3 7 .300 Central Division W L Pct Chicago 8 2 .800 Kansas City 7 2 .778 Detroit 6 3 .667 Cleveland 4 4 .500 Minnesota 1 9 .100 West Division W L Pct Los Angeles 5 5 .500 Texas 6 6 .500 Oakland 4 6 .400 Seattle 4 6 .400 Houston 4 7 .364

Boys track & field Friday’s results Riverdale invitational at Port Byron Team scores 1. Annawan-Wethersfield 109, 2. Newman 98, 3. Galena 56, 4. ROWVA 52, 5. (tie) Orion, Benton-Scales Mound-Shullsburg 46, 7. Kewanee 36.5, 8. Riverdale 30.5, 9.

Galva 29, 10. West Carroll 24 High jump – 1. *Dawson Schulenberg (ORI) 6-4, 2. Alex landwehr (A-W) 6-2, 3.

Jacob Heiderscheit (NEW) 5-8 Long jump – 1. Bret Woodside (ROWVA) 20-3, 2. Caleb Flack (GAL) 20-3, 3. Ben Buresh (A-W) 19-5 Triple jump – 1. *Flack (GAL) 43-10, 2.

Bryce Bumphrey (A-W) 39-0, 3. Lewis Robinson (KEW) 38-11 Shot put – 1. *Kyle Pulvermacher (BEN) 52-0, 2. Avery Stevenson (A-W) 47-10, 3.

Lane Brinkman (RIV) 46-6 Discus – 1.*Pulvermacher (BEN) 158-5, 2.

Lucas Grawe (ROWVA) 129-10, 3. Stevenson (A-W) 118-8 3,200 – 1. Rolando Aguilar (KEW) 10:07.08, 2. Caelin Foley (GAL) 10:33.51, 3. Noah Dir (A-W) 10:40.72 3,200 relay – 1. Newman (Chris Ahlers, Matt Hodge, Drew Henson, Spencer Mauch) 9:04.03, 2. Riverdale 9:21.61, 3.

West Carroll 9:23.63 400 relay – 1. Annawan-Wethersfield 46.77, 2. Benton-Scales Mound-Shullsburg 46.82, 3. Newman 47.13 110 hurdles – 1. Flack (GAL) 15.47, 2.

Jordan Sears (ORI) 17.82, 3. Jacob Casey (WC) 18.22 100 – 1. Easton Bianchi (NEW) 11.5, 2.

Landwehr (A-W) 11.62, 3. Marcelo Diaz (GAL) 11.68 800 – 1. *Ahlers (NEW) 2:00.18, 2. Chase Fiedler (ORI) 2:13.75, 3. Conner Einsweiler (GAL) 2:14.16 800 relay – 1. *Annawan-Wethersfield 1:34.43, 2. Newman 1:38.27, 3. Riverdale 1:40.21 400 – 1. Ben Buresh (A-W) 52.2, 2. Woodside (ROWVA) 53.02, 3. Mike Bersell (GAL) 53.35 300 hurdles – 1. Logan Whitman (NEW) 45.14, 2. Sears (ORI) 46.09, 3. Cameron Ehlers (WC) 46.42 1,600 – 1. *Ahlers (NEW) 4:27.83, 2. Aguilar (KEW) 4:39.42, 3. Dir (A-W) 4:54.58 200 – 1. Bianchi (NEW) 23.46, 2. Woodside (ROWVA) 23.78, 3. Josh Henkins (KEW) 23.8 1,600 relay – 1. Annawan-Wethersfield 3:35.47, 2. Newman 3:42.73, 3. Riverdale 3:48.04 *meet record

Girls track & field Friday’s results Riverdale invitational at Port Byron Team scores 1. Benton-Scales Mound-Shullsburg 118.6, 2. Annawan-Wethersfield 98.6, 3. Stark County 72.6, 4. Riverdale 64.6, 5. Kewanee 55, 6. Newman 50, 7. Orion 29, 8. Sherrard 16, 9. West Carroll 12, 10.

ROWVA 6.6, 11. Galva 4 High jump – 1. Iesha Crowe (KEW) 5-0, 2. Alexandra Mack (ORI) 5-0, 3. Trinity Law (BEN) 4-10 Long jump – 1. *Paige Murphy (BEN) 15-7, 2. Kayla Demay (A-W) 15-5, 3. Darcie Pilon (RIV) 14-10 Triple jump – 1. Katie Pingel (BEN) 32-11, 2. Payton Bastian (BEN) 31-6, 3.

Naomi Downing (SC) 31-5 Shot put – 1. Brianna Leahy (BEN) 35-9, 2. Carrie Ferguson (RIV) 34-1, 3. Jenna Ehnle (SC) 33-7 Discus – 1. Leahy (BEN) 103-8, 2. Payton Patrick (RIV) 94-3, 3. Maddy Damron (KEW) 88-10 3,200 – 1. Julia King (KEW) 12:43.58, 2.

Brooke Rennick (SC) 13:02.63, 3. Nora Druckenbrod (A-W) 13:18.56 3,200 relay – 1. Annawan-Wethersfield 10:27.16, 2. Orion 10:47.72, 3. Newman 10:58.61 400 relay – 1. Annawan-Wethersfield 52.23, 2. Benton-Scales Mound-Shullsburg 52.27, 3. Newman 52.35 100 hurdles – 1. Emma Lawrence (BEN) 17.38, 2. Pingel (BEN) 17.86, 3. Mack (ORI) 18.04 100 – 1. Mary Jensen (NEW) 13.13, 2.

Briana Meinders (SC) 13.41, 3. Delaney Hinrichs (NEW) 13.42 800 – 1. *Olivia Draminski (A-W) 2:26.48, 2. Shauri Vogt (KEW) 2:30.92, 3. Diana Satkauskas (A-W) 2:34.41 800 relay – 1. *Benton-Scales MoundShullsburg 1:50.09, 2. Stark County 1:51.97, 3. Annawan-Wethersfield 1:53.78 400 – 1. Darcie Pilon (RIV) 1:03.16, 2.

Joycelyn VanAntwerp (A-W) 1:04.36, 3.

Vogt (KEW) 1:04.37 300 hurdles – 1. Lawrence (BEN) 49.69, 2. Taytum Tyree (SC) 52.41, 3. Kenzie Haskins (RIV) 53.29 1,600 – 1. *Kirstie Ramsey (A-W) 5:35.19, 2. Vogt (KEW) 5:48.46, 3. Hannah Rumbold (SC) 5:50.88 200 – 1. Jensen (NEW) 27.25, 2. Meinders (SC) 27.51, 3. Pilon (RIV) 28.03 1,600 relay – 1. Annawan-Wethersfield 4:21.31, 2. Benton-Scales Mound-Shullsburg 4:29.72, 3. Sherrard 4:30.55 *meet record

GB — 2½ 3½ 3½ 5 GB — ½ 1½ 3 7 GB — — 1 1 1½

Friday’s results Seattle 7, N.Y. Yankees 1 Chicago White Sox 1, Tampa Bay 0 N.Y. Mets 6, Cleveland 5 Boston 5, Toronto 3 Baltimore 11, Texas 5 Houston 1, Detroit 0 Minnesota 5, L.A. Angels 4 Kansas City at Oakland, late Saturday’s games Seattle (F.Hernandez 0-1) at N.Y. Yankees (Sabathia 1-0), 12:05 p.m.

L.A. Angels (Weaver 1-0) at Minnesota (Nolasco 0-0), 1:10 p.m.

Kansas City (C.Young 0-2) at Oakland (Bassitt 0-0), 3:05 p.m.

Toronto (Estrada 1-0) at Boston (Price 1-0), 3:05 p.m.

N.Y. Mets (Harvey 0-2) at Cleveland (Tomlin 0-0), 3:10 p.m.

Chicago White Sox (Danks 0-1) at Tampa Bay (E.Ramirez 1-0), 5:10 p.m.

Detroit (Verlander 0-1) at Houston (McHugh 1-1), 6:10 p.m.

Baltimore (Gallardo 1-0) at Texas (Lewis 1-0), 7:05 p.m.

Sunday’s games Seattle at N.Y. Yankees, 12:05 p.m.

Chicago White Sox at Tampa Bay, 12:10 p.m.

N.Y. Mets at Cleveland, 12:10 p.m.

Toronto at Boston, 12:35 p.m.

Detroit at Houston, 1:10 p.m.

L.A. Angels at Minnesota, 1:10 p.m.

Baltimore at Texas, 2:05 p.m.

Kansas City at Oakland, 3:05 p.m.

MILLEDGEVILLE 6, PECATONICA 3 W – Ciara Miller. L – Ponder.

Pecatonica 000 003 0 — 3 6 2 Milledgeville 120 210 x — 6 13 1 PECATONICA Ponder (6 IP, 13 H, 6 R, 3 ER, 0 BB, 2 K).

2B – Ponder, Speer, Dolan. RBI – Ponder, Dolan.

MILLEDGEVIILE Miller (7 IP, 6 H, 3 R, ER, 2 BB, 8 K). Multi hits – Jenna Bibler 3, Jade Grenoble 2, Alli Schmidt 2, Allison Fossett 2. 2B – Morgan Smith. RBI – Bibler, Jocelyn Folkers, Fossett, Smith.

CARDINALS 14, REDS 3 Cincinnati

Friday’s box score

WHITE SOX 1, RAYS 0 Chicago

Tampa Bay ab r h bi Eaton rf Forsyth 2b 2 0 0 0 Rollins ss Dickrsn rf 2 0 0 0 Abreu 1b Guyer rf-cf 4 0 0 0 Frazier 3b Longori 3b 4 0 0 0 MeCarr lf Pearce 1b 3 0 1 0 Lawrie 2b DJnngs lf 3 0 1 0 AvGarc dh SouzJr dh 3 0 0 0 Avila c TBckh ss-2b 3 0 0 0 AJcksn cf Kiermr cf 1 0 0 0 BMiller ss 2 0 0 0 Casali c 3 0 0 0 Totals 32 1 6 1 Totals 30 0 2 0 Chicago 000 000 001 — 1 Tampa Bay 000 000 000 — 0 E-Rollins (1). LOB-Chicago 5, Tampa Bay 3. 2B-Rollins (2), Lawrie (2). RBIs-Me. Cabrera (3).

IP H R ER BB SO Chicago Sale W,3-0 9 2 0 0 0 9 Tampa Bay Odorizzi 7 4 0 0 1 6 Cedeno 1 0 0 0 0 2 Colome L,1-1 1 2 1 1 0 2 Umpires-Home, Manny Gonzalez; First, Fieldin Culbreth; Second, CB Bucknor; Third, Jim Reynolds.

T-2:24. A-16,801 (31,042). ab 4 4 4 4 4 4 2 3 3

r 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

h 0 2 0 1 2 1 0 0 0

bi 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0

NATIONAL LEAGUE East Division W L Pct Washington 8 1 .889 Philadelphia 5 6 .455 New York 4 5 .444 Miami 3 5 .375 Atlanta 1 9 .100 Central Division W L Pct Chicago 8 2 .800 St. Louis 6 4 .600 Cincinnati 5 5 .500 Milwaukee 5 5 .500 Pittsburgh 5 6 .455 West Division W L Pct Colorado 6 4 .600 Los Angeles 6 4 .600 San Francisco 6 4 .600 Arizona 3 7 .300 San Diego 3 7 .300

GB — 4 4 4½ 7½ GB — 2 3 3 3½ GB — — — 3 3

Friday’s results Colorado 6, Chicago Cubs 1 Milwaukee 8, Pittsburgh 4 Washington 9, Philadelphia 1 Atlanta 6, Miami 3 N.Y. Mets 6, Cleveland 5 St. Louis 14, Cincinnati 3 San Francisco at L.A. Dodgers, late Arizona at San Diego, late Saturday’s games Cincinnati (Finnegan 0-0) at St. Louis (Wainwright 0-1), 1:15 p.m.

Colorado (Bergman 0-1) at Chicago Cubs (Arrieta 2-0), 1:20 p.m.

N.Y. Mets (Harvey 0-2) at Cleveland (Tomlin 0-0), 3:10 p.m.

Milwaukee (Jungmann 0-1) at Pittsburgh (Niese 1-0), 6:05 p.m.

Washington (Scherzer 1-0) at Philadelphia (Nola 0-1), 6:05 p.m.

Atlanta (B.Norris 0-2) at Miami (Koehler 0-1), 6:10 p.m.

Arizona (S.Miller 0-1) at San Diego (Cashner 0-1), 7:40 p.m.

San Francisco (Cueto 2-0) at L.A. Dodgers (Kazmir 1-0), 8:10 p.m.

Sunday’s games Atlanta at Miami, 12:10 p.m.

N.Y. Mets at Cleveland, 12:10 p.m.

Milwaukee at Pittsburgh, 12:35 p.m.

Washington at Philadelphia, 12:35 p.m.

Cincinnati at St. Louis, 1:15 p.m.

Colorado at Chicago Cubs, 1:20 p.m.

Arizona at San Diego, 3:40 p.m.

San Francisco at L.A. Dodgers, 7:05 p.m.

Friday’s box scores

ROCKIES 6, CUBS 1 Colorado

Chicago ab r h bi ab r h bi LeMahi 2b 5 0 0 1 Fowler cf 3 0 0 0 Story ss 5 0 0 0 Heywrd rf 3 0 0 0 Logan p 0 0 0 0 Zobrist 2b 4 0 0 0 JMiller p 0 0 0 0 Rizzo 1b 4 0 1 0 CGnzlz rf 4 1 2 0 Bryant 3b 4 0 1 0 Arenad 3b 5 2 1 0 Soler lf 3 1 1 0 Parra cf-lf 5 1 2 1 MMntr c 3 0 0 0 Raburn lf 3 0 2 0 ARussll ss 3 0 1 0 Qualls p 0 0 0 0 Hndrck p 2 0 0 0 Adams ph-ss 1 0 0 0 Cahill p 0 0 0 0 Paulsn 1b 3 0 1 1 LaStell ph 1 0 0 1 Rynlds ph-1b 0 1 0 0 Richrd p 0 0 0 0 Wolters c 4 1 1 1 NRmrz p 0 0 0 0 Bettis p 2 0 0 0 BBarns ph-cf 1 0 1 0 Totals 38 610 4 Totals 30 1 4 1 Colorado 010 002 120 — 6 Chicago 000 000 100 — 1 E-Bettis (1), Bryant 2 (3), Hendricks (1), A.Russell (1). DP-Chicago 2. LOB-Colorado 8, Chicago 6. SB-LeMahieu (2), Parra (2), Wolters (3). CS-Bryant (2).

IP H R ER BB SO Colorado Bettis W,2-0 6 3 0 0 3 4 Qualls 1 1 1 1 1 0 Logan 1 0 0 0 0 0 J.Miller 1 0 0 0 0 3 Chicago Hendricks L,1-1 6 7 4 2 0 5 Cahill 1 1 0 0 1 1 Richard 1/3 1 2 2 1 1 Ne.Ramirez 1 2/3 1 0 0 1 1 Hendricks pitched to 1 batter in the 7th.

WP-Richard. PB-M.Montero.

Umpires-Home, John Hirschbeck; First, Bill Welke; Second, Vic Carapazza; Third, Clint Fagan.

T-2:59. A-34,437 (41,268).

St. Louis r h bi ab r h bi Cozart ss 1 2 0 Carpntr 3b 3 1 0 0 Suarez 3b 1 1 0 JBrxtn p 0 0 0 0 Votto 1b 1 1 3 Bowmn p 0 0 0 0 DJssJr 2b 0 0 0 Hazelkr lf-cf 4 1 0 0 Phillips 2b 0 1 0 Hollidy 1b 2 2 2 4 Ju.Diaz p 0 0 0 GGarci 3b 1 1 1 0 Bruce rf 0 0 0 Pisctty rf 5 0 0 0 Scheler lf 0 1 0 Grichk cf 4 2 1 1 Brnhrt c 0 0 0 Adams ph-1b 1 1 1 2 Melvill p 0 0 0 Molina c 4 1 2 1 T.Holt ph 0 0 0 Fryer c 1 0 1 0 Straily p 0 0 0 Wong 2b 5 2 1 0 Mesorc ph 0 0 0 A.Diaz ss 5 2 2 3 Simon p 0 0 0 CMrtnz p 3 0 1 0 Pachec 1b 0 0 0 Moss ph-1b-lf 1 1 1 3 BHmltn cf 0 1 0 Totals 3 7 3 Totals 39 14 13 14 Cincinnati 003 000 000— 3 St. Louis 403 001 42x— 14 E-Cozart (2), Suarez 2 (5). DP-Cincinnati 1.

LOB-Cincinnati 5, St. Louis 6. 2B-B.Hamilton (3), Molina (4), A.Diaz (5). HR-Votto (1), Holliday 2 (2), Grichuk (2), Adams (1), A.Diaz (2), Moss (3).

IP H R ER BB SO Cincinnati Melville L,0-1 3 6 7 6 3 2 Straily 3 1 1 1 1 2 Simon 1 3 4 3 0 1 Ju.Diaz 1 3 2 2 0 0 St. Louis C.Martinez W,2-0 7 6 3 3 1 6 J.Broxton 1 1 0 0 0 1 Bowman 1 0 0 0 0 0 HBP-by Melville (Holliday). WP-C.Martinez.

PB-Barnhart.

Umpires-Home, Ron Kulpa; First, Gabe Morales; Second, Paul Nauert; Third, Jerry Meals.

T-2:31. A-44,997 (45,538). ab 4 4 4 0 4 0 4 4 3 1 1 0 1 0 1 3 34

BREWERS 8, PIRATES 4 Milwaukee

ab 5 6 5 4 3 4 2 3 0 0 0 0 2 1

r 0 2 2 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0

h 1 3 3 0 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

bi 1 1 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1

Pittsburgh

ab r h bi Jaso 1b 4 0 1 0 McCtch cf 5 0 1 0 Freese 3b 4 1 1 0 SMarte lf 5 0 3 1 Cervelli c 4 0 0 0 Polanc rf 4 0 1 0 JHrrsn 2b 2 1 0 0 Mercer ss 4 1 0 0 Locke p 1 0 0 0 Scahill p 0 0 0 0 Figuero ph 1 0 0 0 Lostein p 0 0 0 0 Joyce ph 1 1 1 3 N.Feliz p 0 0 0 0 SRdrgz ph 1 0 0 0 Schugel p 0 0 0 0 Totals 35 811 7 Totals 36 4 8 4 Milwaukee 011 102 021 — 8 Pittsburgh 000 000 400 — 4 E–Gennett (2), Villar (1), Cervelli (3). DP– Pittsburgh 2. LOB–Milwaukee 12, Pittsburgh 9. 2B–Villar (2), Carter (4), Freese (2), S.Marte (3). HR–Braun 2 (3), Joyce (1). SB–Villar (1), A.Hill (1), K.Broxton (2), S.Marte (3), J.Harrison 2 (3). S–Nelson.

IP H R ER BB SO Milwaukee Nelson W,2-1 6 4 3 2 4 1 Blazek H,3 1 2 1 1 0 2 Thornburg H,3 1 1 0 0 0 1 Jeffress 1 1 0 0 0 2 Pittsburgh Locke L,0-1 4 2/3 5 3 2 7 4 Scahill 1/3 0 0 0 0 1 Lobstein 2 2 2 2 1 0 N.Feliz 1 2 2 2 0 1 Schugel 1 2 1 1 2 2 Nelson pitched to 3 batters in the 7th.

WP–Locke.

Umpires–Home, Marvin Hudson; First, James Hoye; Second, Chad Fairchild; Third, Jim Joyce.

T–3:30. A–24,280 (38,362).

DoSntn rf Villar ss Braun lf Lucroy c Carter 1b A.Hill 3b Gennett 2b Nelson p Blazek p Thrnrg p Walsh ph Jeffrss p KBrxtn cf Niwnhs ph-cf

NBA playoffs FIRST ROUND (Best-of-7) (x-if necessary) Saturday’s games Indiana at Toronto, 11:30 a.m.

Houston at Golden State, 2:30 p.m.

Boston at Atlanta, 6 p.m.

Dallas at Oklahoma City, 8:30 p.m.

Sunday’s games Detroit at Cleveland, 2 p.m.

Charlotte at Miami, 4:30 p.m.

Memphis at San Antonio, 7 p.m.

Portland at L.A. Clippers, 9:30 p.m.

Monday’s games Dallas at Oklahoma City, 5 p.m.

Indiana at Toronto, 6 p.m.

Houston at Golden State, 9:30 p.m.

Tuesday’s games Boston at Atlanta, 6 p.m.

Memphis at San Antonio, 8:30 p.m.

Wednesday, April 20 Charlotte at Miami, 6 p.m.

Detroit at Cleveland, 7 p.m.

Portland at L.A. Clippers, 9:30 p.m.

Thursday, April 21 Oklahoma City at Dallas, 6 p.m.

Toronto at Indiana, 6:30 p.m.

Golden State at Houston, 8:30 p.m.

Friday, April 22 Cleveland at Detroit, 6 p.m.

Atlanta at Boston, 7 p.m.

San Antonio at Memphis, 8:30 p.m.

Saturday, April 23 Toronto at Indiana, 2 p.m.

Miami at Charlotte, 4:30 p.m.

Oklahoma City at Dallas, 7 p.m.

L.A. Clippers at Portland, 9:30 p.m.

Sunday, April 24 San Antonio at Memphis, noon Golden State at Houston, 2:30 p.m.

Atlanta at Boston, 5 p.m.

Cleveland at Detroit, 7:30 p.m.

NHL playoffs FIRST ROUND (Best-of-7) (x-if necessary) Wednesday’s results Tampa Bay 3, Detroit 2 Pittsburgh 5, N.Y. Rangers 2, Pittsburgh leads series 1-0 St. Louis 1, Chicago 0, OT Thursday’s results Washington 2, Philadelphia 0, Washington leads series 1-0 N.Y. Islanders 5, Florida 4 Dallas 4, Minnesota 0, Dallas leads series 1-0 San Jose 4, Los Angeles 3, San Jose leads series 1-0 Friday’s results Tampa Bay 5, Detroit 2, Tampa Bay leads series 2-0 Florida 3, N.Y. Islanders 1, Series tied 1-1 Chicago 3, St. Louis 2, Series tied 1-1 Nashville at Anaheim, late Saturday’s games N.Y. Rangers at Pittsburgh, 2 p.m.

Philadelphia at Washington, 6 p.m.

Minnesota at Dallas, 7 p.m.

San Jose at Los Angeles, 9:30 p.m.

Sunday’s games St. Louis at Chicago, 2 p.m.

Tampa Bay at Detroit, 6 p.m.

Florida at N.Y. Islanders, 7 p.m.

Nashville at Anaheim, 9:30 p.m.

Monday’s games Washington at Philadelphia, 6 p.m.

Dallas at Minnesota, 7:30 p.m.

Los Angeles at San Jose, 9:30 p.m.

Tuesday’s games Tampa Bay at Detroit, 6 p.m.

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

St. Louis at Chicago, 8:30 p.m.

Anaheim at Nashville, 8:30 p.m.

Wednesday’s games Washington at Philadelphia, 6 p.m.

Florida at N.Y. Islanders, 7 p.m.

Dallas at Minnesota, 8:30 p.m.

Los Angeles at San Jose, 9:30 p.m.

Friday’s box score

BLACKHAWKS 3, BLUES 2 Chicago 0 1 2 — 3 St. Louis 0 1 1 — 2 First Period-None.

Second Period-1, St. Louis, Tarasenko 1 (Schwartz, Lehtera), 15:20. 2, Chicago, Keith 1 (Kane, Toews), 19:55.

Third Period-3, Chicago, Shaw 1 (Seabrook, Kane), 15:41 (pp). 4, Chicago, Panarin 1 (Keith), 18:34 (en). 5, St. Louis, Shattenkirk 1 (Backes), 19:58.

Shots on Goal-Chicago 2-17-10–29. St. Louis 7-15-9–31.

Goalies-Chicago, Crawford. St. Louis, Elliott. T-2:45.

Golf PGA – RBC Heritage Friday At Harbour Town Golf Links Hilton Head, S.C. Purse: $5.9 million Yardage: 6,991; Par: 71 Second Round Kevin Chappell 68-68 — 136 Jason Day 67-69 — 136 Charley Hoffman 68-68 — 136 Russell Knox 72-65 — 137 Luke Donald 66-71 — 137 Patton Kizzire 69-68 — 137 David Lingmerth 67-71 — 138 Chris Kirk 72-66 — 138 Matt Kuchar 67-71 — 138 George McNeill 68-70 — 138 Jerry Kelly 70-69 — 139 Graham DeLaet 69-70 — 139 Ricky Barnes 71-68 — 139 Morgan Hoffmann 70-69 — 139 Bryson DeChambeau 70-69 — 139 Lucas Glover 72-67 — 139 Zach Johnson 71-68 — 139 Russell Henley 72-67 — 139 Jason Kokrak 71-68 — 139 Bronson Burgoon 70-69 — 139 Zac Blair 69-71—140 Bryce Molder 70-70—140 Branden Grace 66-74—140 Tony Finau 67-73—140 Billy Horschel 74-66—140 Steve Wheatcroft 72-68—140 Carl Pettersson 71-69—140 Aaron Baddeley 71-69—140 Si Woo Kim 68-72—140 Chad Campbell 71-69—140 William McGirt 69-71—140 Daniel Summerhays 72-68—140 Boo Weekley 70-71—141 Seung-Yul Noh 72-69—141 Bill Haas 69-72—141 Luke List 73-68—141 Geoff Ogilvy 72-69—141 Johnson Wagner 68-73—141 Spencer Levin 68-74—142 Ben Crane 74-68—142 Vijay Singh 71-71—142 Tyrone Van Aswegen 72-70—142 Shawn Stefani 71-71—142 Kyle Stanley 72-70—142 Justin Thomas 72-70—142 David Toms 69-73—142 Davis Love III 73-69—142 Harold Varner III 72-70—142 Will Wilcox 72-70—142 Andres Gonzales 71-72—143 Ernie Els 72-71—143 Camilo Villegas 71-72—143 Jim Herman 72-71—143 Webb Simpson 73-70—143 Colt Knost 73-70—143 Marc Leishman 71-72—143 Whee Kim 71-72—143 Francesco Molinari 69-74—143 Greg Owen 72-71—143 Kevin Kisner 72-71—143 Jason Dufner 76-67—143 Jason Bohn 74-69—143

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NASCAR Food City 500 Lineup After Friday qualifying; race Sunday At Bristol Motor Speedway Bristol, Tenn.

Lap length: .533 miles (Car number in parentheses) 1. (19) Carl Edwards, Toyota, 127.997.

2. (20) Matt Kenseth, Toyota, 127.419.

3. (22) Joey Logano, Ford, 127.191.

4. (11) Denny Hamlin, Toyota, 126.804.

5. (18) Kyle Busch, Toyota, 126.553.

6. (48) Jimmie Johnson, Chevrolet, 126.461.

7. (4) Kevin Harvick, Chevrolet, 126.112.

8. (78) Martin Truex Jr., Toyota, 126.021.

9. (47) AJ Allmendinger, Chevrolet, 125.815.

10. (6) Trevor Bayne, Ford, 125.815.

11. (5) Kasey Kahne, Chevrolet, 125.732.

12. (2) Brad Keselowski, Ford, 125.691.

13. (1) Jamie McMurray, Chevrolet, 125.486.

14. (27) Paul Menard, Chevrolet, 125.461.

15. (3) Austin Dillon, Chevrolet, 125.436.

16. (13) Casey Mears, Chevrolet, 125.42.

17. (31) Ryan Newman, Chevrolet, 125.354.

18. (21) Ryan Blaney, Ford, 125.33.

19. (24) Chase Elliott, Chevrolet, 125.134.

20. (88) Dale Earnhardt Jr., Chevrolet, 125.052.

21. (34) Chris Buescher, Ford, 124.995.

22. (43) Aric Almirola, Ford, 124.979.

23. (16) Greg Biffle, Ford, 124.597.

24. (23) David Ragan, Toyota, 124.46.

25. (42) Kyle Larson, Chevrolet, 126.021.

26. (41) Kurt Busch, Chevrolet, 125.831.

27. (44) Brian Scott, Ford, 125.773.

28. (38) Landon Cassill, Ford, 125.675 29. (7) Regan Smith, Chevrolet, 125.642.

30. (83) Matt DiBenedetto, Toyota, 125.592.

31. (95) Michael McDowell, Chevrolet, 125.281.

32. (17) Ricky Stenhouse Jr., Ford, 125.207.

33. (10) Danica Patrick, Chevrolet, 125.003.

34. (14) Ty Dillon, Chevrolet, 124.379.

35. (30) Josh Wise, Chevrolet, 124.242.

36. (15) Clint Bowyer, Chevrolet, 124.146.

37. (32) Jeffrey Earnhardt, Ford, 123.308.

38. (55) Reed Sorenson, Chevrolet, 123.245.

39. (98) Cole Whitt, Chevrolet, 122.803.

40. (46) Michael Annett, Chevrolet, 122.263.

Transactions BASEBALL American League BOSTON RED SOX — Activated C Christian Vazquez from the 15-day DL. Recalled INF Marco Hernandez from Pawtucket (IL).

Optioned C Blake Swihart and OF Rusney Castillo to Pawtucket.

NEW YORK YANKEES — Recalled LHP Tyler Olson from Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (IL). Optioned RHP Luis Cessa to Scranton/ Wilkes-Barre.

National League CHICAGO CUBS — Activated INF-OF Javier Baez from the 15-day DL. Optioned INF Munenori Kawasaki to Iowa (PCL).

FOOTBALL National Football League ARIZONA CARDINALS — Released RBs Marion Grice and Robert Hughes.

BUFFALO BILS — Released OT Tyson Chandler.

CHICAGO BEARS — Exercised the fifthyear (2017) option for OL Kyle Long.

CINCINNATI BENGALS — Signed S Taylor Mays.

DENVER BRONCOS — Signed WR Bennie Fowler.

JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS — Announced the retirement of OL Tanner Hawkinson.

NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS — Released DL Chris Jones and DL Ishmaa’ily Kitchen.

PITTSBURGH STEELERS — Released CB Cortez Allen.

HOCKEY National Hockey League LOS ANGELES KINGS — Recalled D Kevin Gravel from Ontario (AHL).

NEW YORK ISLANDERS — Reassigned F Michael Dal Colle to Bridgeport (AHL).

Agreed to terms with D Devon Toews on a three-year, entry-level contract.

SOCCER Major League Soccer MLS — Suspended LA Galaxy M Nigel de Jong three games and fined him an undisclosed amount for his foul in the 73rd minute of an April 10 match against Portland.

COLLEGE ARIZONA STATE — Named Donnie Yantis assistant athletic director for recruiting and Conrad Hamilton senior defensive analyst.

GEORGE WASHINGTON — Named Jennifer Rizzotti women’s basketball coach.

HIGH POINT — Named Tom Mendoza volleyball coach.

ILLINOIS — Announced women sophomore basketball F Chatrice White was granted a release and plans to transfer.

NOTRE DAME — Suspended junior DL Grant Blankenship for a violation of team rules.

SANTA CLARA — Named Bill Carr women’s basketball coach.

STANFORD — Named Jesse Pruitt men’s assistant basketball coach.

TENNESSEE — Promoted Tom Satkowiak to assistant athletic director for media relations.

TEXAS TECH — Named Chris Beard men’s basketball coach.

WAGNER — Named Heather Jacobs women’s basketball coach.

AP

Bulls guard Jimmy Butler called out Bulls rookie coach Fred Hoiberg in December. On Wednesday, Chicago’s front office voiced their support for Hoiberg, while acknowledging his learning curve.

Can they all just get along?

Hoiberg has backing of Paxson, not of his players

BY K.C. JOHNSON Chicago Tribune

Coach securely.

Despite acknowledging Fred Hoiberg’s learning curve, that’s one of the dominant themes Bulls management sent with Wednesday night’s hastily announced postmortem of a season gone awry.

Two messages stood out: • Top basketball executive John Paxson didn’t rule out a total rebuild.

• He and general manager Gar Forman’s support for Hoiberg are in sharp contrast to Jimmy Butler’s plea in December for Hoiberg to “coach harder.” Read into that what you will.

Management did little to dissuade the sentiment in some league circles that the Bulls will listen to offers for the two-time All-Star near the June 23 draft, which, along with the February trade deadline, is when chatter happens.

Beyond Paxson’s veiled tsk-tsk of Butler’s leadership attempts in which Paxson namedropped Michael Jordan as an example of actions over words, Forman passed on an opportunity to call Butler part of the core.

“We have to explore all options and I don’t think there’s anything off the table when you have a disappointing year like this,” Forman said when asked specifically about Butler as a franchise centerpiece.

“With that said, obviously Jimmy has had a fantastic year. From where he was to where he has gotten to, he has become a very, very valuable player for us.”

Which is why it would take a very, very valuable offer – not to mention a deep breath from a historically conservative front office – for the Bulls to part with Butler.

After a Boston Herald report, the Tribune reported in early March that the Celtics tried to pry away Butler with an underwhelming offer centered on reserves and future draft picks.

On Thursday, a league source confirmed a CSNChicago.com report that the Bulls inquired about Jae Crowder’s availability.

Translated: It wouldn’t take much for talks between the Bulls and Celtics to resume in June. The Magic also are eminently capable of building an attractive trade package.

Still, Butler returning is more likely than not.

And nobody questions Butler’s work ethic, which included him

dominating the last two meaningless games while others rested.

While acknowledging that Butler and Derrick Rose didn’t mesh consistently, Paxson did little to prop up Rose’s trade value. In fact, as a secure front office shifted its ire from deposed coach Tom Thibodeau’s alleged communicative failings to those of the roster, Paxson called out Rose’s lack of defense, even while acknowledging his considerable injury history that features three knee surgeries.

Paxson said the organizational direction would be shaped in the coming weeks via multiple staff meetings, including ownershiplevel. Nothing has been finalized. But management has heard complaints about Butler’s occasionally disruptive habits behind the scenes that, according to sources, included questioning coaches during film sessions.

“We still believe Fred has a bright future,” Paxson said. “I’ve seen a lot of young guys in this league come in and have tough first years or second years. But through hard work, they become better players. The same can be said for coaches.

“Fred is going to have to work at it. He’s going to have to devote a lot of time and energy to determining what he wants to be as a head coach and how he wants his teams to play. And we have to give him the resources to do that.

And we will.”

This is equally certain: The locker room dynamic needs to be addressed after a season filled with individual agendas and lack of trust. Paxson didn’t miss that dynamic, either.

“In December, [Clippers forward] Blake Griffin took Taj [Gibson] down on a really hard foul. And Taj took a fall, and what I saw that night was a team that didn’t really rally to his defense,” Paxson said. “Blake Griffin was kicked out of that game, and our guys didn’t stand up to that. Then when we had some of these bad losses where we had leads at home– against Phoenix comes to mind–and you start thinking about the little things that really could’ve determined us not being here and playing in the playoffs. They were kind of little episodes, but they were huge in the grand scheme of things.

The urgency wasn’t consistent.”

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Saturday, April 16, 2016

NASCAR | BRISTOL

Bristol’s been good to Logano, Kenseth Drivers hoping past success at Speedway pays off in big way Sunday

BY GARY B. GRAVES AP Sports Writer

Food City 500

BRISTOL, Tenn. – Matt Kenseth and Joey Logano hope their recent success at Bristol Motor Speedway helps them reach victory lane for the first time this season.

They will have prime starting spots Sunday after Kenseth qualified second and Logano third Friday for the 500-lap NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race on the 0.533-mile track.

Both drivers have two wins over the past five races at Bristol. Another win could land Logano or Kenseth a spot in the Chase for the championship, and both drivers believe a breakthrough is possible.

“It’s been a good track for us, probably my best track,” said Logano, who has won the past two August events at Bristol but struggled in the spring. “We’ve been really good in the fall races, but it seems like something happens every year in the spring race; hopefully, we can get through that. It’s certainly not because we haven’t been fast.”

Standings-wise, both drivers like their position and performance.

Logano stands 48 points behind leader and defending series champion Kyle Busch in fifth place with three topfives and four top-10s in seven starts. The Team Penske driver also has a pole at Martinsville, where his No. 22 Ford finished 11th.

Kenseth is 88 points back in

When: Noon Sunday Where: Bristol Motor Speedway TV: Fox with others.

“We’re looking for anywhere we think we can get a win,” he said while watching his crew prepare his Xfinity Series Ford Mustang. “We had a solid run last week. Anytime you come to a race track like this, your confidence is a little bit higher. The momentum is building back up slowly, I can feel the wins are right around the corner. We’re not in panic mode.”

Patience will be needed with Bristol’s tight confines that have been famous for igniting short tempers on the banking and pit road.

Logano and Kenseth believe that trait has served them as AP Joey Logano is 48 points behind leader and defending series champion Kyle Busch (pictured). well as their cars, though they Matt Kenseth is 88 points back. Logano and Kenseth hope to make up ground in Sunday’s race at admit it hasn’t always been easy with so many cars fightBristol Motor Speedway. Kenseth and Logan have qualified second and third, respectively. ing for the same small space at high speeds.

12th with a season-best sevKenseth has four wins, 13 pretty competitive just about “It’s real easy to get off track,” enth place at Phoenix. He has top-fives and 20 top-10s in 32 anywhere.” led at least 10 laps in five races career starts at Bristol. The Their challenge is slowing the Logano said. “You’ve got to but hasn’t had the finishes to Joe Gibbs Racing driver led 47 momentum of Busch, who has keep the big picture in mind.”

Starting near the front should show for it. laps en route to victory here swept the past two race week“I’ve been accused at times of last April and 149 in his August ends at Martinsville and Texas. help both drivers maintain being a glass-half-empty guy,” 2013 victory. His No. 20 Toyota Kenseth’s JGR teammate is the perspective for this weekend as they aim to maintain their form Kenseth said Friday, “but I feel Camry ran third and 13th in current active leader in Bristol like it’s way more than half full. two other races with a comwins with five along with broth- here.

Kenseth posted a lap of Our finishes haven’t reflected bined 227 laps led. er Kurt, though he hasn’t won 127.419 mph, second only how we’ve ran. ... There’s defi“Bristol’s been a good track,” here since 2012. to teammate Carl Edwards nitely a lot of positives.”

Kenseth said, “but when everyLogano’s focus right now is (127.997). Logano was next at Bristol, on the other hand, has thing’s clicking and we’re at about handling his own busibeen pretty good for Kenseth. our best, I feel like we can be ness before concerning himself 127.191.

NHL | BLACKHAWKS 3, BLUES 2

MLB ROUNDUP

Sale silences Tampa Bay Cubs’ 4 errors, 4 singles bad combination in loss By the Associated Press

AP

The Blackhawks’ Andrew Shaw (65) scores the go-ahead goal past Blues goalie Brian Elliott during the third period of Game 2 in their first-round playoff series Friday in St. Louis. The Blackhawks evened the series 1-1 with a 3-2 win.

Quite a turn of events Hawks take lead right after Blues lose goal

BY R.B. FALLSTROM AP Sports Writer

ST. LOUIS – Andrew Shaw stuffed home a rebound on a power play with 4:19 remaining, minutes after the Chicago Blackhawks won a coach’s challenge to negate a goal, and the defending Stanley Cup champions pulled even with the St. Louis Blues in their first-round series with a 3-2 victory Friday night.

Corey Crawford had a strong game in net, and Duncan Keith also scored for Chicago in his first game back from a six-game suspension for a dangerous high stick to Minnesota’s Charlie Coyle. Keith assisted on rookie Artemi Panarin’s clinching empty-net goal with 1:34 to go, and Patrick Kane also had two assists.

The series shifts to Chicago with Game 3 on Sunday.

Vladimir Tarasenko started the scoring for St. Louis, and nearly had the go-ahead goal at 12:14 of the third. After a lengthy replay, it was

Star of the game: Andrew Shaw, Blackhawks, go-ahead goal with 4:19 to play Up next: Game 3, Blues at Blackhawks, 2 p.m. Sunday (NBC/ 720 AM) determined that Jori Lehtera had been offside by inches.

Tarasenko was in the penalty box with 8 seconds left to serve in a slashing penalty when Shaw, who had 14 goals in the regular season, scored on the rebound of a shot by Brent Seabrook.

The Blues lost a challenge, and their timeout, unsuccessfully arguing that goalie Brian Elliott had been pushed into the net.

Kevin Shattenkirk scored for St. Louis with 2 seconds to go for the final margin.

Keith gave the Blackhawks their first goal of the series, tying it at 1 with 5 seconds left in the second period.

Both teams had several good scoring chances in a wide-open second

period, including a shot off the crossbar by Panarin and a breakaway by Kane that fizzled when defenseman Jay Bouwmeester got a piece of his stick late, before both teams cashed in.

Tarasenko, who led the Blues with a career-best 40 goals, got his first of the playoffs on a onetimer at 15:20 set up when Lehtera stole the puck from Michal Rozsival on the forecheck.

Jonathan Toews won the faceoff and Kane got the puck to Keith on the tying goal, a shot through traffic from the point with 4.4 seconds left in the second.

Blackhawks forward Andrew Ladd played Game 1 after spending all of Wednesday with his wife, who was in labor. Immediately after the game, he returned to Chicago, missing by minutes the birth of his third child early Thursday morning, and was back in St. Louis for Game 2.

“My wife was very cool about allowing me to go,” Ladd said.

Chris Sale tossed a two-hitter, Melky Cabrera singled in Jimmy Rollins with two outs in the ninth, and the Chicago White Sox beat the Tampa Bay Rays 1-0 in St. Petersburg.

Sale (3-0), from nearby Lakeland, struck out nine for his best start to a season since going 5-0 in 2014. He retired 16 straight between singles by Desmond Jennings in the second and Steve Pearce in the seventh.

The game was delayed for about 10 minutes after the seventh so a woman struck by a foul ball in the bottom of the inning could get treatment. The fan, sitting in box seats next to the Tampa Bay dugout on the first-base side, was taken off on a stretcher. The ball came off the bat of Rays designated hitter Steven Souza Jr. Rockies 6, Cubs 1: Chad Bettis pitched six scoreless innings, Ben Paulsen had an RBI single and threw out a runner at the plate, and Colorado took advantage of Chicago’s shaky defense at Wrigley Field.

The Cubs, who had won eight of nine in their best start in 47 years, managed only four singles and made four errors. Third baseman Kris Bryant committed two of the errors, including a wild throw on a bunt that scored a run in the seventh.

Chicago right-hander Kyle Hendricks (1-1) was charged with four runs, two earned, and seven hits in six innings.

The Cubs, who had won five in a row, scored their lone run in the seventh when reliever Chad Qualls forgot to cover first on what could have been an inning-ending double play.

Bettis (2-0) was sharp in first career start against the Cubs, and he got some help with several fine plays by his defense. The 26-year-old right-hander allowed three hits, struck out four and walked three.

AP

White Sox starter Chris Sale pitches in the first inning against the Rays on Friday in St. Petersburg, Fla. Sale tossed a two-hit shutout in a 1-0 win.

Cardinals 14, Reds 3: Matt Holliday had two of St. Louis’ six home runs in a rout of Cincinnati at Busch Stadium.

Aledmys Diaz and Brandon Moss each added three-run homers to help the Cardinals to their sixth win in the last seven games. They have scored seven or more runs in all six wins, and hit double-digits four times.

Holliday drove in four runs and reached base four times in recording the 20th multi-homer game of his career, while Randal Grichuk and Matt Adams also homered. Adams’ pinch-hit homer was the second of the game and sixth of the season. That surpasses the Cardinals total of four from pinch hitters last season.

Bulls have poor communication ROSENBLOOM

CONTINUED FROM B1

Now, back to Paxson: “I do think our vision of how to play is what the league is getting to now.

It’s more skilled basketball players, more pace up and down. We didn’t play that way this year for a lot of reasons.

“I think that’s where Fred and his staff have to really get down to detail and get our guys to play that way, because I don’t think it’s necessarily a personnel issue.”

Whoa, wait, stop. If it’s not a personnel issue, then it’s a coaching issue.

An issue for Forman’s coach. Boom. Blown up.

Blown up real good.

When Forman introduced Hoiberg, he talked about communication.

Better communication.

Good communication.

Missing communication.

Yes. Well. Say this for the Bulls’ communication: Jimmy Butler communicated that he neutered Forman’s coach by telling the world that Hoiberg had to “coach harder.”

Ballgame.

If you’re scoring at home, the worst decisionmakers in the building would appear to be Forman for selecting the inept Hoiberg, or Paxson for promoting the failing Forman.

They also appear to be the safest people in the building.

It’s easy for the guys whose jobs are safest to yammer on about accountability and how it starts with them and blah, blah, blah.

Remember, people, you can’t spell Bulls without B and S.

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Happy Kid's Consignment Sale Over 30 moms selling their babyteens clothes, toys, furniture, electronics, maternity, & anything else that has to do with kids! **Most items half off Saturday! happykidsconsign ment@gmail.com

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No person or business, unless properly licensed by the Illinois Secretary of State, may sell ticket(s) for any sporting event or otherwise, for more than the price printed upon the face of the said ticket(s).

Only licensed ticket brokers may legally advertise, negotiate and execute the sale of ticket(s) for any amount over what is printed upon the face of ticket.

10' round offset umbrella, new still in box. $60 815-631-5495

TOOLS & MACHINERY

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Heavy Duty Two Speed Milwaukee Sawzall w/ case $100 Like new 12 ½” planter w/ stand $125 815-285-3898

1500 gallon plastic Water Tank, like new, $800/obo 815-631-5071 1977 Jubilee motor home, very nice, $2500. 12' alum. Boat with oars, $150. 14' speed & fishing boat, 4cyl. Chevy motor, runs great, $850. New chicken house w/ 2mo. old chickens, $650, easy to move. Big wood burning stove for garage, $150. Wood burning stove, 16' of 6” pipe, 75 bricks & some firewood $150. Call 815994-3339.

2 Large tractor ties for sand boxes. $50 for both.

815-284-2097

WANT TO BUY 795

3 large cast iron sinks. $60 for all 3.

815-284-2097

Have a Old Motorcycle to sell?

630-235-7617

36” Simplicity mower deck. $25 no rust.

815-626-8624

I Pay Cash 4 Gold, Silver, Coins & Antiques 24/7 779-245-2950

4,000 oak kitchen cabinets in stock.

Builder Discount 815-626-4561

Skid loader in any condition 563-212-7699

500 bags of crabgrass preventer and fertilizer.

Builders Discount 815-626-4561

PUBLIC NOTICES PETS & PET SUPPLIES 775

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Fri. 8-4 Sat. 8-1 1208 Farley Rd. (off Woodlawn) Clean, Quality men's & women's clothing, golf clubs, housewares, misc.

SAT. 8-12 1108 RIVERVIEW RD. Something for everyone! Everything must go! Sofa bed, exercycle, CDs, DVDs, wheelchair, furniture, & all kinds or treasures.

Sat. only, 7-3 1608 E. 18 th St. Play Star climbing wall, adult tricycle, 24” snowblowerlike new, clothes, household misc.

Saturday 8-12 3703 Freeport Rd. Junior name brand clothes, shorts, jeans, shirts, household items, and lots of misc. items.

Saturday 8-4 30600 Fulfs Road Estate Sale Antiques and Collectibles Exclusively

2 young outdoor cats, farmhouse that would feed & care for them, I will fix and vaccinate prior to delivery.

815-499-9923 AKC Shihtzu males and female Yorkie.

815-677-2624

IN THE CIRCUIT Cat, sweet,Female, COURT OF THE spayed, approx.

FIFTEENTH 2 yrs., needs good JUDICIAL CIRCUIT indoor only home .

LEE COUNTY, 815-535-7061 ILLINOIS

Free to good mature indoor home male cat, neutered, declawed, all shots.

815-499-9923 PLEASE HELP rescue our cats and kittens!

Need a good indoor home!

815-590-7625 Very loving, white male cat. Needs good home. Call 815-440-1780 Wanted: Tea Cup size F Chihuahua, adult, short hair, reasonably priced or free. 815-5649022 after 2:00.

IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: JASON GRAY, Petitioner, vs.

DANA GRAY, Respondent.

NO. 2015 D 100 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION Notice is given to Dana Gray, the party to be served by publication, that a Petition for Dissolution of marriage has been filed Jason Gray in the above named Court. The next court date will be May 11, 2016 at the Dixon Correctional Center Jason Gray, Petitioner April 2, 9, 16, 23 2015

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WARNING ADS FOR FREE PETS Your beloved pet FOR SALE BY MONTMORENCY deserves a loving, TOWNSHIP caring home. The ad for 1977 WABCO GRADER your 1992 DODGE RAM 350 W/DUMP BOX free pet may draw CLARK LOADER response from indiCASE 580B BACKHOE viduals 10 FT V-PLOW who will sell your 10 FT ONE-WAY PLOW animal 9 FT MULTI-DIRECTION PLOW for research or breeding Equipment can be seen Montmorency purposes.

Township Building Please screen For questions contact Nate Schmitt respondents 815-590-3276 carefully Mail bid to: Montmorency Twp when giving an 29277 E. Thome Rd animal Rock Falls, IL 61071 away.

Bidding will conclude 6-1-2016 Your pet will thank April 15, 16, 18, 2016 you!

FURNITURE

LAWN MOWERS

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES 705 I Buy: Antiques, collectibles, toys, post cards, etc.

815-445-6151.

APPLIANCES

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CLOVER HILLS LEASE TO OWN APPLIANCES TV’S MATTRESSES

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Entertainment Center, holds 32” TV, glass doors, good shape, $100 obo. 815-548-9409

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Bush Hog ES2052 zero turn lawnmower, 144 Hrs $3600 815-2880830

LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PARK DISTRICT BUDGET Notice is hereby given that a Tentative Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for the Dixon Park District in the City of Dixon, County of Lee, State of Illinois, for the fiscal year beginning April 1, 2016 and ending March 31, 2017, will be on file and conveniently available to public inspection at the Dixon Park District administrative office, 804 Palmyra St., Dixon, IL during regular office hours beginning Thursday, April 14, 2016.

Notice is further given hereby that a public hearing on said Budget and Appropriation Ordinance will be held Wednesday, May 25, 2016 at 5:45 p.m. at the Dixon Park District Administrative Office, 804 Palmyra St., Dixon, IL and that final action on this ordinance will be taken by the Commissioners of the Board of the Dixon Park District at the meeting to be held May 25, 2016 at 6 p.m. at the Dixon Park District Administrative Office, 804 Palmyra St., Dixon, IL.

By Order of Officers of the Dixon Park Board of Commissioners Ron Pritchard, President Shane Miller, Vice-President Debra Carey, Secretary April 16, 2016

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EMPLOYMENT

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Search for local job listings at saukvalley.com/jobs/ NOTICEPURSUANT to the Business Opportunity Sales Law of 1995, every busiopportunity ness 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

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Avonlea Cottage of Dixon C.N.A.'s for Days 7-3, Evenings 3-11, Nights 11-7, Part Time Apply in person 503 Countryside Lane in Dixon or call 815-288-6044 Wanted 2 nd Shift C.N.A. & 3rd Shift Nurse Please apply at: Heritage Square 620 N. Ottawa Ave., Dixon, IL EOE NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

EMPLOYMENT

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Caseys General Store in Rock Falls, Dixon Ave. Store Manager Position is full time and offer benefits. Must be Flexible to work variety of hours including weekends, holidays, as well as day and night shifts.

Please apply online at www.caseys.com

or send application to Raylene Wright P.O. Box 836 Sterling, IL 61081

CDL Drivers FT Seasonal Help Wanted CDL class B min.

Paid overtime.

Local delivery.

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

Driver needed to take senior shopping on weekends, Doctor, hair & Vet. Appointments, Dixon area. Call 815-677-8948 or leave message.

Drivers: $2,000 Home Sign-on!

Weekends! Benefits & Bonuses!

Paid Vacation, Holidays. CDL-A, DOT knowledge req.

855-445-9624 Local Contractor looking for an individual with minimum 3 years, concrete/framing experience.

Call for application 815-626-9026

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Experienced Custom Applicators Ag background a plus.

FT positions available. Paid Benefits. Apply: Crop Production Services 1793 Steward Rd. Steward, IL 60553 815-396-2248 Experienced Roofer Wanted General knowledge in metal, single-ply, and shingled roofing.

Competitive wage and health insurance. Safety certified a plus.

Must have valid drivers license.

All candidates must pass drug screening.

Contact Reitzel Roofing Company for appointment.

815-625-3387 Local Sterling/ Rock Falls firm has opening for two early morning part-time people in our shipping department.

Shift would run from approx. 4AM-8:30AM Monday through Friday.

Requirements include nonsmoker, able to lift at least 75lbs, highly motivated self-starter, excellent computer/ communications skills and attention to detail.

Please send replies to Box #:1330 ,c/o Sauk Valley Classifieds, P.O.Box 498, Sterling, IL 61081 Northland Mall has an opportunity for a self-motivated Facilities Manager Responsibilities include: managing and scheduling staff, inventory control, tenant relations, multi tasking in a fast paced environment.

Must have general knowledge of HVAC, sprinkler system, electric, plumbing and general maintenance repairs.

Must be computer literate in Excel, Outlook and Word.

Apply in person at the Northland Mall Management office or send resume to Northland Mall Management office 2900 E. Lincolnway Sterling, IL 61081 or email: kbrouilette@ jherzog.com EOE Rock Falls business now hiring Inside Sales person.

45-50 Full-time, hours/week. Starting pay $12/hr + commission. Great benefits, including company paid health and life insurance, paid vacation and personal time off and a company matching IRA. Interested parties please contact Mary McCormick 815.564.1714 or mmccormick@ rotaryairlock.com

Roofers Wanted

Minimal experience, drivers license required. Serious applicants only.

815-213-0556

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ServiceMaster has immediate openings in the Sterling, Rock Falls & Dixon area. Multiple day and night part time positions.

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

NEW TODAY Summer Help Wanted Nurse/EMT/ Paramedic Provide basic first aid to field crews. Potential work during June and July.

Pre-employment drug screen required.

To apply contact Sherry at Monsanto Seed Production 815-264-8122

“The People Professionals” 102 S. Galena Ave 2nd floor, DIXON 815-835-3000 Now Hiring: •Machine 30Operation •Mechanical Assembly •Administration ------------Apply online at: hughes resources.com TO OUR

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Sauk Valley Media does not knowingly accept advertising which is in violation of the law. Likewise, we do not knowingly accept advertising which is fraudulent or has intent. malicious While we attempt to screen advertising with potential fraud, it is impossible to screen all potential We problems. strongly encourage our readers to exercise caution and common sense, when particularly dealing with companies with which you are not familiar.

Xena International Inc. is looking for full time Truck Drivers with tanker and hazmat endorsements.

Apply in person 910 S. Division Ave. Polo, IL

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CHILD CARE

NO INDIVIDUAL, unless licensed or holding a permit as a childcare facility, may cause to be published any advertisement soliciting a child care service.* A childcare facility that is licensed or operating under a permit issued by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services may publish advertisements of the services for which it is specifically licensed or issued a permit. Sauk Valley Media strongly urges any parent or guardian to verify the validity of the license of any facility before placing a child in it's care. *Family homes that care for no more than three (3) children under the age of twelve or which receive only children from a single household, for less than 24 hours per day, are exempt from licensure as day care homes.

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))

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Dixon Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center 800 Division St., Dixon IL 61021 SM-ST145845-0421

Attention Job Seekers

PERMANENT, FULL-TIME POSITION available immediately in agricultural office in Lee County. Salary range $13-$15 per hour plus benefits. A copy of the vacancy announcement is available at 319 South Mason Ave in Amboy.

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

Application packages and supporting documentation as requested must be completed online through www.USAJOBS.govby COB Friday, April 25, 2016.

• Full-Time Positions • Full Benefits Package • 1st & 2nd Shifts

We recognize and appreciate the benefits of diversity in the workplace. People who share this belief and reflect a diverse background are encouraged to apply. FSA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Relocation expenses not authorized.

Apply online at etnyre.com

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1333 S. Daysville Road, Oregon, Illinois M/F Disabled and Vet EEO/AA Employer

Sterling:

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Distribution • Data Researcher • Bookkeeper • Graphics Inside Sales • General Labor & Production Positions Shipping Team Lead • Purchasing • Forklift 1st & 2nd Shifts Builders - Travel Required

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Jeff Bright RV Center

Dixon:

Competitive commission rate plus weekly salary. Five day work week.

No experience needed, will train. Some knowledge of carpentry, plumbing & electrical helpful.

Service Tech/Travel required Valid Drivers License Part Time Janitorial - Building Maint. 2:30PM - 6:30 Mon. - Fri. Graphics/Marketing 5+years experience 2nd & 3rd shift Machine Maintenance PLC preferred Production All shifts $10.14 -$10.84

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Jeff Bright RV Center 2109 Industrial Park Road Rock Falls, Illinois 61071 May Interview on the Spot!

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Sterling Office 815.622.2814 Dixon Office 815.288.7800 SM-ST145843-0416

Need Household Help?

I clean floors, walls, windows, bathrooms, & more.

Also do light yard work.

Contact Cindy 815-284-4587

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Maintenance Mechanics This position is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing all equipment and company assets while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.

Maintenance Mechanic positions are responsible for keeping machinery running to maintain continuous production. This includes repairing and maintaining the operating conditions of the machinery and equipment, troubleshooting problems that occur in the day-to-day operation of the facility.

The position requires performing work involving hydraulics, pneumatics, electricity and mechanics in general as well as some welding. The Team Member will also set up, adjust and break down production line machinery and complete daily documentation that is required. The Team Member must be willing to lift 75 Ibs. and work while standing or walking on hard floors for a period of 10-12 hours. The Team Member must be willing to complete all required training for the job and perform any other duties as assigned.

Must have 1 year of Maintenance experience and also need to be able to become HAZMAT certified. Must be willing to work all shifts, including weekends, and available for overtime. Must be able to communicate effectively to all employees and management to resolve mechanical failures as well as be able to read manuals in order to repair equipment safely. Must be willing to work in hot and cold environments.

Tyson Foods, Inc. (Tyson) voluntarily participates in the E-Verify system and uses all tools made available by the federal government to confirm the employment eligibility of all team members. Person offered employment with Tyson are required to provide documentation proving their employment eligibility, and all offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the E-Verify process.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

Please apply online: Go to: Tysonfoodscareers.com, go to Production, click on Search for work, Facility name: search for Joslin Plant.

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Freezer Engine Room Maintenance Mechanic This position is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing all equipment and company assets while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.

Monitoring, Operating, Maintaining and Repairing the Freezer Refrigeration System. Applicant will be required to pass HAZMAT physical and participate in HAZMAT team and must be willing to stand, walk, bend, stretch, climb, push, pull, lift and reach. This position will work in extremely hot, humid or extremely cold environments, both inside and outside the plant.

Applicant must have a working knowledge of refrigeration systems. Applicant must have experience with electrical troubleshooting and repairs, experience with hydraulic troubleshooting and repair is a plus. HVAC experience is a plus. Applicant must be able to communicate effectively to all employees and management to resolve mechanical failures as well as be able to read manuals in order to repair equipment safely.

Tyson Foods, Inc. (Tyson) voluntarily participates in theE-Verify system and uses all tools made available by the federal government to confirm the employment eligibility of all team members.

Person offered employment with Tyson are required to provide documentation proving their employment eligibility, and all offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the E-Verify process.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion , age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

Please apply online: Go to: Tysonfoodscareers.com, go to Production, click on Search for work, Facility name: search for Joslin Freezer.

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CGH Medical Center 100 E. LeFevre Road - Sterling, IL 61081 815.625.0400

Current Positions www.cghmc.com

Director of Health Informatics 40 hrs/wk; Salaried; Qualified candidates must have an Associates Degree in related clinical, business or information technology required; Bachelor’s preferred. CGHMC uses a Cerner EHR environment Advanced Application Analyst-Information Technology 440 hrs/wk; Days; some after hrs. and weekends; Salaried; Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business or healthcare related field w/computer science background required; 6-10 yrs. exp. with applications in a diverse client-server environment required Physical Therapist-Home Nursing 20 hrs/wk; flexibility required; IL License required; 2 yrs. experience in health care setting required Nuclear Medicine Tech PRN (as needed); cover high volumes, etc.

RN – CCU 32 hrs/wk; 7am – 7:30pm, w/weekends RN – Medical Floor 36 hrs/wk; 7pm – 7:30am, w/weekends

RN - Cath Lab 40 hrs/wk, M-F rotating 7am – 3:30pm or 8am – 4:30pm, w/on-call, w/every third weekend RN - Emergency Department 12 hrs/wk; 3pm – 3:30am, w/weekends 20 hrs/wk; 8am – 4:30pm, w/weekends 36 hrs/wk; 7pm – 7:30am, w/weekends RN – Obstetrics (Hospital) 32 hrs/wk; Nights; 11pm – 7:30am; w/weekends (OB experience required)

Your New Vehicle

8 Big Round Bales of grass hay net wrap. $360 815-225-7824

•40 gal. LP hot water heater, 4 stair.

•GMC 5 Lug chrome rims.

•Golf clubs Callaway Diablo edge graphite flex. Full set. 815-622-8855

HORSES & SUPPLIES

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2 reg. Quarter horses for sale.

Out of World Champion Stud.

815-535-3444

Admiral Heavy Duty Washer & Dryer, super capacity, 8 cycle 2 sp. combination, 5 cycle temp., $425 815-499-1839

LIVESTOCK / SUPPLIES

Diamond solitaire with side dias. .50ct. 14k. Y.G. Sz. 6. $550 firm.

Call 815-456-3716

Beef Pasture Calves, 2 heifers, 4 steers; around 400-600 lbs. each, $850/head. Call 815-631-4716

Exc. Cond.-Kirby Sentria vacuum cleaner & carpet sha. $1,000obo.

Call 815-288-4945

CLASSIC CARS

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Antique car: completely restored 1949 Ford 2dr.

Sedan.

Beautiful shape! $18,000.

815-275-8884 ask for Dave.

Feinwerkbau Air Rifle, Krieghoff drilling, 10 ft. garage door 779245-4996

AUTOMOBILES

FREE BARN BOARDS, you tear down barn. Call 815-225-7256.

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NEW REAL DEAL FOR ITEMS OVER $300

Men's 2X-3X shirts Like new, $1 - $2 815-288-6867

A 5 Line REAL DEAL ad runs for 30 days in Sauk Valley Classifieds, 4 Ogle County Papers, The Review and saukvalley.com all for only $38!

Special must be mentioned at time of ad placement.

Radios and cameras for sale: Antique radios from the 1930's-1960's for sale. Floor as well as table top models.

Approx.

45 in collection. Interested in selling as a lot. Old film cameras, a Polaroid and access. equip. from 1940's-1960's for sale. Best offer.

Pictures avail. upon request.

248-865-7257.

HAVING TROUBLE wording your ad? Call our classified department today. We'll be glad to help you. 626SOLD or 284SOLD.

TRUCKS

Offer expires 12/31/16 No Commercial Advertising, Pets, Garage Sales, Wood/ Fuel, Tickets/ Travel or Real Estate

1998 two door red Cadillac Eldorado Coupe. One owner.

136K miles. Heated seats. $5,000 obo 815-734-6405

BOATS/MOTORS

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creditautosales dixon.com Always over 100+ vehicles to choose from.

840

NEW TODAY

DVD's for sale.

Moving Must Go! Call 815-973-3574

AUTOMOBILES

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2000 Chevy S10.

Chevy plow truck.

Tools & automotive parts. Call 815-973-5674

VANS

2008 Malibu Vride, 21ft 320hp inboard. Only 112 hrs. Excellent condition. Kept indoors. Many extras: speed control, interior heat, built in depth finder/air and water temp gauges. 3 in-hull automatic ballasts, wedge, bimini top, large built in cooler, rear sundeck, lots of storage room. 10 person capacity. 815-9733677

TRAILERS/RVS

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1995 Harley Springer soft tail, exc. cond. Low mi. $7500/obo. Call 815-915-3206.

2007 Yamaha VStar Classic, 6K mi., exc. cond., many extras $4500 815-590-3315

2008 Montana 5th Wheel, 34' long. 4 slide outs, upstairs bathroom and BR, rear living room. $23K 815-9739830 815-9735330

2008 Harley Electra Glide Classic, 10,400 mi, Exc. $11,800. cond.

815-626-3248.

BOATS/MOTORS

940

2008 Four Winns H210SS w/ trailer.

21 ft open bow, 350hp I/O, 305 hrs, one owner. Exc. cond., stored inside, toys inc. $20,000. Call 805660-5323.

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2005 Jayco, Jay Feather Lgt. 25Z, Excellent Cond., full kitchen, bath, queen bed, 1 slide out sofa. Sleeps 6.

Many options. $6500. 815-2257798 before 9 P.M.

2007 Town & Country 192K on van, 90k on engine, new tires. Very good cond. $2200 815-440-2419

MOTORCYCLES

940

AUTOS WANTED

960

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2007 Toyota Camry LE, 1 owner, very clean, 77,000 mi, 4 cyl., FWD, auto, pwr. doors-windowsdriver's seatmirrors, CD player.

New brakes & battery 2015. NADA value $9,800, asking $9,300.

Oregon. 815-7327795.

Women's 1X – 2X shirts; like new, $2 to $5 815-2886867

2009 Malibu 6 cyl., 98,185 mi., great cond., $6,800. Call 815-441-2880

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EHS ENGINEER WANTED A bachelor's degree in a safety related field (A.B.E.T. accreditation a plus) or an associates degree with a minimum of five years experience in a safety related field required.

Etnyre offers an excellent compensation/benefits package.

Interested candidates may apply online at www.etnyre.com.

E. D. Etnyre & Co. 1333 S. Daysville Rd. Oregon, IL 61061

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M/F Disabled and Vet EEO/AA Employer

Open House Sat 2-3

LPN-Clinic Float; 36 hrs/wk; Days Lynn Blvd; 32 hrs/wk: Days LPN or Medical Assistant – Family Practice 36 hrs/wk; Days Phlebotomist PRN (as needed); 9:45pm – 6:15am PRN (as needed); rotating shifts Receptionist – Ready Care 16 hrs/wk; varying hours; w/weekends Clerk Receptionist – Diagnostic Imaging 20 hrs/wk; 10-12 hr shifts, various days and evenings; knowledge of medical terminology and software applications required

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1412 2ND AVENUE, STERLING 4-5 Bedrooms, 1.5 baths, hardwood floors, 2 car attached garage & 1 ½ car detached garage. Move-in condition.

Hosted by Dave DeVries

$129,900

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Antique & Collectibles Sale Auction City Sales 2505 W. 4th St. Dixon, IL 61021 Saturday April 23, 2016 9:00 a.m. Start

Mr. Carl Vance Spent over 50 years collecting advertising items - 4000-500 adv. times some quite rare. Approx. 50 great adv. signs, porcelain, tin, double sided, flanged, cardboard, etc. Approx. 15 adv. Wall Clocks, 100’s of store tins & containers 1900-1960, oil cans & oil memorabilia, fly & ant sprayers, old store candy bar boxes, 2C to 10C bars, adv. Thermometers, Plus 100’s of general collectible items. Plus many milk bottles, old stand up ash trays, 1952 Custers last battle pic., 2 great 1910 + 1934 Ind. pictures many small 19001950 adv. items, old toys, beautiful 1920 curved glass china cab. & 1920 pine kit. cabinet, 1965 Barbie dolls, Buddy L truck, 1960 space helmet, 1940-50 radios 100’s of items! Look for complete list in next weeks paper, also over 100 pictures on the internet, go to www.auctionzip.com auctioneer id 19068. **Viewing Friday, April 22, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM ONLY!

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hrysler may finally have gotten the midsize sedan right.

After years of creating cars in the most-popular vehicle class that were so dull that they were mostly relegated to rental-car fleets, the automaker now has a credible entry in the segment: the 2015 Chrysler 200.

While many of us have already sung the praises of the big Chrysler sedans the Chrysler 300 and the Dodge Charger we’ve been hard-pressed to say much positive about the previous midsize entries from the company, including the 200 (formerly the Sebring) and the Dodge Avenger.

With the complete redesign of the Chrysler 200 for 2015, the automaker dropped the Avenger, although it kept the Charger in the Dodge lineup. The new Fiat Chrysler Automotive boss, Sergio Marchionne, wants to differentiate the Chrysler brands, and intends for Dodge to be known for its performance cars. In that respect, the Charger and its first cousin, the Challenger coupe, fit the image, but the Avenger would not.

I’m not sure where that leaves the Dodge Dart, which is a Fiatbased compact car introduced a couple of years ago that’s doing fairly well in the marketplace.

But going forward, at least for now, the Chrysler 200 will be the company’s midsize sedan entry, competing head to head against the likes of the Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, Nissan Altima, Hyundai Sonata and Kia Optima among the import brands, and the Chevrolet Malibu, Ford Focus and Buick Regal among the Detroit competitors.

It’s elegant without being ostentatious.

Prices start at $21,995 (plus $995 freight) for the base LX model.

Other trim levels include the Limited ($23,950); S ($25,170) and S All-Wheel-Drive ($29,370; and C ($26,225) and C AllWheel-Drive ($30,825), the top of the line.

While both Toyota and Honda have been stepping up their design efforts lately to give the Camry and Accord more curb appeal, especially with such strong design competition from rivals such as the Altima and Focus, the all-new Chrysler 200 is arguably the nicest-looking car in the pack. It’s elegant without being ostentatious, looking like a luxury vehicle not from the old-school Detroit vein, but in the context of a Mercedes, BMW or Infiniti.

So what’s so great about the new Chrysler 200 that makes it a likely key player in the segment?

It’s hard to put a finger on any one aspect, as the entire car has been so carefully crafted and engineered to make the vehicle quite compelling.

And it’s not just the exterior; the car is beautiful inside, as But because looks are important, well. Chrysler refers to the car’s it’s easy to see from first glance “understated, simple elegance,” that Chrysler’s designers were and touts its craftsmanship, given a free hand to create an which is in part achieved exterior that sets the 200 apart through the use of high-quality from the cookie-cutter styling materials throughout. of so many of the stalwarts in this class (think Camry, Accord). There are performance and technology features that help

build on the 200’s good looks, pound-feet of torque; and the though, giving it more than just optional 3.6-liter Pentastar a great appearance.

V-6 the same one used in the Charger and a variety of other For instance, it has the first Chrysler/Jeep/Dodge vehicles, standard nine-speed automatic with 295 horsepower and 262 transmission in its segment, pound-feet of torque. which allows it to boast Environmental Protection With the four-cylinder comes Agency ratings of up to 36 mpg the engine stop-start system, from its base 2.4-liter four- a feature pioneered on hybrid cylinder engine. cars. It automatically stops the engine when the car comes to Also rare in its class is the a halt at, say, a traffic signal, available all-wheel-drive and restarts seamlessly when system, which comes with an the driver takes his foot off automatic-disconnecting rear the brake. It saves gas but axle, which helps to improve eliminating idling of the engine fuel economy something that while paused in traffic. almost always suffers with allwheel drive versus two-wheel The car comes with a rotary drive.’ shifter mounted on the center console just below the heating There are two engine choices: and air conditioning controls, the standard 2.4-liter MultiAir2 and right next to the switch for Tigershark inline four-cylinder, the electronic parking brake. with 184 horsepower and 173

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Dear Dave, My husband and I are just starting to get control of our finances, but we have a problem. My dad has a habit of expecting us to buy things for him. I know he has money, but anytime he knows we’re going to the store, he gives us a list of things he wants. If he’s with us, he just throws things in the cart and expects us to pay.

He acts like we have an obligation to do all this for him. I love my dad, but this has become annoying. What can we do?

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Ben Adolph stands in the middle of the 17,000-square-foot Midwestern BioAg Fertilizer facility in Milledgeville. The plant at the intersection of state Route 40 and Shannon Road stores and distributes four liquid and 16 dry fertilizers, and can help apply those products with its floater trucks and other equipment.

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MILLEDGEVILLE – It’s all about the dirt: Make it better, make it healthier, make it work for you, and do it with the least amount of chemicals possible.

Midwestern BioAg’s mantra is “better farming through better soil.” In a nutshell: Healthy, balanced soils are the basis for healthy crops, healthy livestock, and healthy, successful farms.

Now, its newest fertilizer blending and distribution facility is up and running, ready for spring sales and deliveries.

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Midwestern BioAg, 1 Zimmer Way in Milledgeville, provides biological products and services to improve soil fertility, which increases yield with less input.

Based in Madison, Wisconsin, the company, founded in 1983, has eight locations in all, including those in Illinois, Iowa, Ohio, Michigan and Minnesota, and a sales force and network of dealers that cover 29 states and three Canadian provinces.

The plant is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Find it on Facebook, go to midwesternbioag.com or call 815-855-3054. plant at the intersection of state Route 40 and Shannon Road stores and distributes four liquid and 16 dry fertilizers, and can help apply those products with its floater trucks and other equipment.

Soil analysis is crucial to the business, which provides a

wide range of products for biological and organic farmers and backyard gardeners alike.

Jason Wynkoop is the plant’s operations manager.

“We are a company that focuses on the biology of the soil and letting that biology

Dear Christina, I know you love your dad, but he sounds like the kind of guy who doesn’t really respect boundaries. And these kinds of folks, as a rule, don’t like it when they’re suddenly confronted with them. Regardless, you need to have a firm but loving talk with your dad.

Let him know how much he means to both of you, but remind him that you and your husband are working hard to get into better financial shape.

This means you can’t spend more than is absolutely necessary. If he’s hungry, have him over for dinner. If he just needs one or two small things, that’s not such a big deal. But you’re not obligated to pay his way just because he’s your dad.

work for the grower to limit the pesticides and limit the herbicides they have to put on,” Wynkoop said. “The biology is doing that, and we are one of the companies doing that.”

Customizing the right application all begins with soil sampling, he said.

“We take the soil samples and send them to the [onsite] lab,” he said. “Once the results come back, it will go to our consultants, who will analyze those results and put together a recipe for our blended fertilizer. We will blend the fertilizers together, put them on a truck and ship them to the grower.”

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Ludwig Dairy claims fame in worldwide contest Company moved its manufacturing plant to area in 2001

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DIXON – Competing against more than 23 countries, Ludwig Dairy Inc. has earned its standing among international dairy manufacturers.

The family-owned business, which has a plant in Dixon, entered the World Championship Cheese Contest for the first time this year and walked away with first and second place in two of 110 contest categories.

Ludwig Dairy won first place in the drinkable cultured products category, open to all fla-

For more on Ludwig Dairy products, call 815-284-0171, go to ludwigdairy.com or find it on Facebook.

Go to worldchampioncheese.org for more on the World Championship Cheese Contest. vors and all milks, for its Kefir smoothie. The drink scored a 99.8 out of 100.

Kefir refers to a fermented mix of milk and kefir grains, which contain probiotic bacteria.

It won second place for flavored low-fat yogurt, open to cow’s milk products, for its strawberry and grains yogurt, scoring 99 out of 100.

The Elk Grove-based com-

pany has been in business for about 25 years and moved its dairy manufacturing plant to Dixon in 2001.

“It’s an honor not only to be noticed but to score so high among world-renowned corporations and businesses that have been around for hundreds of years,” manager Maggie Zydek said.

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Ashton-Franklin Center senior Lexus Paul of Ashton plays the flute in the high school band, and plans to attend classes at Educators of Beauty in Sterling after graduation. She is the AFC January Student of the Month.

AFC Student of the Month ASHTON – Lexus Paul, 18, of Ashton, is AshtonFranklin Center High School’s January Student of the Month. She is the daughter of Suzanne and Timothy Paul, and she has four siblings, Jessica, 15, Katara, 10, Krista, 8, and Jaxton, 5.

in National Honor Society, am a cheerleader for football and basketball, and manage the track team.

Movie: “The Fault in our Stars”

Civic, church, volunteer or other activities in which you participate: I volunteer at the Kitchen Table, a local soon-toopen soup kitchen.

What’s the one thing in your life you can’t do without? My phone

TV show: “Pretty Little Liars”

What scares you? People just leaving and not knowing what you did or why they decided to What will you do after leave. I’m afraid of this, high school? I plan to attend Educators of Beau- because then you always Least-favorite class: ty, and major in business wonder what you did Constitution. I don’t wrong. at Sauk Valley Commuenjoy this class because nity College in Dixon.

I’m not very good at What’s something remembering dates. about you that nobody What is something you knows? My favorite thing learned in high school What is your advice to do is just sit at home that you think you will for surviving high and watch Netflix, when I never use? Algebra school? Just pay attenhave nothing else to do. tion in class. Don’t slack What kind of music are off and then wish you had If you could ask Presiyou listening to? I listen done better. dent Obama any quesmainly to pop music. tion, what would it Favorite teacher: Travis be? What is like to be What is your favorite: Stauffer, history. He is a president? good teacher because he App: Instagram makes you think about If you could try any job things that you never for a day, what would it Food: Pizza thought to think of. be? An astronaut Game or activity: Hide School activities: I am If you could go anythe student council secre- and seek where in the world for tary and the senior class Actor: Ian Somerhalder free, where would it representative. I also am Favorite class: Art, because it gives me a way to express myself

be? Paris. It is supposed to be very pretty, and I want to see the Eiffel Tower.

What is the last good book you read? “Killing Lincoln,” by Bill O’Reilly.

It is nonfiction, and it is all about the assassination of President Lincoln.

What is your proudest moment? When I played my first flute solo and got a first place. I had practiced so hard and was so nervous that I couldn’t have been happier when it was over.

Who is your hero or role model? My mother, she puts up with five kids every day and hasn’t gone crazy yet.

Is there anything else you would want people to know about you? My life’s philosophy is that if you want something done, then you have to get up and do it yourself.

No one is going to do things for you; you have to do the work for yourself.

ner roll, homemade dessert, water, lemonade, or coffee. Beer will be available while supplies last.

MOUNT CARROLL – The top prize is $1,500.

The Carroll County Democrat Committee has finan- The winner does not cial aid available to college have to be present. A lucky loser drawing will students. take place at the end of A $500 scholarship is the night, and the winner available to a student of that drawing must be majoring in political scipresent. A silent auction ence, law, history, jouralso is planned. nalism, or a related field.

Admission tickets are Applicants must be a resident of Carroll County $50 per for two people, and a full-time (minimum two meals. Tickets for a of 12 credit hours) student 50-50 drawing will be sold for the fall semester at an throughout the night. They Illinois college or university are $1, $5, and $10. All or an out-of-state college proceeds will go to the within commuting disTeen Turf program for tance of the county. youth.

Students should subFor information, call mit a 200-to-250-word Teen Turf at 815-857original essay explaining 4800. the importance of politics to them. Applications are Wisconsinite to due by May 16. The winner will be chosen May speak to quilters 17, and must provide FORRESTON – The certification of enrollment Country Crossroads Quilt and a list of classes. The Guild will meet at 7 p.m. award will be presented later, at a time determined Monday at Forreston Grove Church, 7246 Freeby the committee. port Road.

To apply, submit the Quilt demonstration essay to Gerald Bork, warm-ups will be at 6:30 chairman, at 1 Mill St., p.m.

The program, “We Mount Carroll, IL 61053.

Are $ew Worth It,” by Franklin of Lodi, Meeting includes Trisha Wisconsin, will follow. visit to grasslands Visitors can attend for $5, payable at the door.

STERLING – The Rock For information, call 815River Valley Illinois Educa238-6489 or 815-535tion Association Retired 3432. will meet for lunch and business at 11 a.m. April Scholarships 28 at That Place on Palmyra, 628 Palmyra Road, awarded in March Dixon.

STERLING – Whiteside Those attending pay for County Republicans their own lunches. After announced the winners of the meeting, the protwo $1,000 scholarships gram will be at Nachusa Grasslands, 8772 Lowden during its March 28 meetRoad, Franklin Grove. ing.

All education employees Mikayla Bolton, the and their spouses are wel- daughter of Cindy Crancome. dall of Prophetstown, Reservations are due won the college scholFriday; email debbie.shu arship with her essay, man@ieanea.org or call “Small Town Businesses 800-763-9756 or 815– Growth & Economy.”

626-3884.

She is pursuing an English degree at Monmouth College.

Benefit planned Amber Rasmussen, the for teen center daughter of Troy and Mary Rasmussen of Rock Falls, AMBOY – Tickets are received the high school available for Teen Turf’s scholarship with her annual drawdown set for May 7 at Amboy Commu- essay, “Community Sernity Center, 280 W. Was- vice as School Required Curriculum in Whiteside son Road.

County.”

Dinner will be served She is a senior at Rock from 5:30 to 7 p.m., folFalls High School, and lowed by the drawdown. plans to study in the fall at The menu is chicken, Illinois State University. potatoes, vegetable, din-

SOCKS OF LOVE

“Morning, Jarrett Prairie, Illinois,” by Oregon native Mary Salstrom, is on display at Prince Street Gallery in New York City. Her exhibit, The Prairie and the Sea,” consists of paintings from the Rock River Valley and Sweden. Photo submitted by the gallery.

Students in Valarie Ackert and Kari Hansen’s second-grade classes at Montmorency School in Rock Falls recently collected items for those staying at Twin City PADS Homeless Shelter in Sterling. The students filled “Socks of Love” with a number of items including toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, soap, razors, and shaving cream, then presented the socks to Myles Newberry, shelter director. Newberry spoke to the students about the shelter and its benefits for the community. Photo submitted by Jill Reyna.

Space on bus available for June show POLO – The public is welcome to sign up for a June 17 day trip to see the dancing horses perform “Power of a Dream” at the Dancing Horses Theatre in Delavan, Wisconsin.

The motor coach will leave at 8 a.m. from Faith United Methodist

Church, 702 E. Dixon St., and will arrive at 10 a.m. in Delavan, where there will be some free time.

At 11:30, the group will go to the theater for a lunch of salad, roll, stuffed check breast, a vegetable, dessert and a beverage. After the show, they will be entertained

by Echo, the Singing Bird at Animal Gardens.

The program is indoors, and the building is accessible to wheelchairs.

The bus will arrive back in Polo between 6:30 and 7 p.m., after a stop at Culver’s where food can be purchased.

The cost of the trip is

$80 for Polo Senior Center members and $85 for nonmembers, which includes transportation, tips, lunch, and the show.

Payment is required when making reservations. Call Barb at the center at 815-946-3818 to sign up or for information.

Area artist’s work in New York

NEW YORK – The work of Mary Salstrom, an Oregon native now of New York City, will show April 28 at Prince Street Gallery.

“The Prairie and the Sea” features recent landscape paintings of northern Illinois and southern Sweden.

Salstrom returns each summer to Oregon to paint. She recently followed in the footsteps of her Swedish ancestors by traveling

to Sweden, where she also painted.

The plein air works of her current exhibit feature local sites, including Nachusa Grasslands near Franklin Grove and Jarrett Prairie in the Byron Forest Preserve. Among her paintings of Sweden is the historic village of Hultet in Tranas, Smaland.

Visit marysalstrom. com for more information about the artist.

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The March 26 moon paints the sky reddish gold.

Featured photographer: Irv Bolthouse of Oregon

A robin enjoys the morning sunshine in Oregon.

A tufted titmouse stops for a snack in the Bolthouse yard.

The John Hancock Center rises above the city streets in Chicago.

A young eagle soars over the Ogle County Courthouse in Oregon.

“The Bean” reflects the Chicago skyline. Visitors can walk around the structure in the downtown area.

Wanted: Photos from you A scrapbook is a book with blank pages, and that’s what our Scrapbook page is without your pictures. We want to fill the page with images that capture lives in the Sauk Valley. They can be submitted by email to photos@saukvalley.com or can be taken to the Sterling and Dixon offices.

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LIBRARY NEWS

New titles on shelves

Rock Falls Fire Department and city staff swore in Brandon Lewis and Brian McPhillips as new career firefighters on April 4. At the ceremony are (from left) Gary Cook, fire chief; Lewis; Eric Arduini, city clerk; McPhillips; and Bill Milby, deputy chief. Photo submitted by Milby.

IN BRIEF County gets ready for recycling day

at Rock Valley College’s Woodward Technology Center, 3301 N. Mulford Road.

OREGON – The Ogle Bill Handel, a surveyor County Solid Waste Manfor the state Department agement Department will of Transportation, will talk offer electronics recycling opportunities from 8 a.m. to about “Edible and Medicinoon today and 9 a.m. to 4 nal Native Herbs: The p.m. April 29 at Ogle County Past, The Present, and The Future.” His presentaAnnex Building, 909 Pines tion will be a history of the Road.

The event is for residential major Native American electronics generated in the tribes in Illinois and their uses of native plants for county. Microwave ovens both food and medicine, will be accepted for $5 as well as the modern-day each.

Go to oglecounty.org for a uses of the plants.

The public is welcome. complete list of acceptable The group’s library will items.

OCSWMD staff and volun- be open, merchandise will be available for sale, teers will help unload electronics. Reusable shopping and refreshments will be served. totes can be purchased For more information, visit for $1 each or $5 for six.

Information on recycling and wildonesrrvc.com or call 815-494-6977. waste disposal also will be available.

Volunteers, who will Tree talk deals receive snacks and a T-shirt, with area problems are needed. To sign up for April 29 or for more informaDIXON – A presentation, call 815-732-4020. tion on landscape tree care and maintenance at 2 p.m.

Adult coloring day will be offeredThursday set for this week at Heritage Square, 620 MORRISON – Using a N. Ottawa National Library Week Ave. theme, bookmarks will be Lant Huntcolored from 2 to 4 p.m. ley, a certiWednesday in the program fied arborist Lant room at Odell Public Library, with the Huntley 307 S. Madison St. International The library will provide Society of pages of designs, pens, Arboriculture, will speak, crayons, and pencils for this with time set aside to coloring afternoon for adults. discuss the emerald ash Participants can bring their borer and recent spruce own supplies. tree problems in the Rock For more information, call River Valley. the library at 815-772-7323.

The public is welcome.

Lee County Soil and Water Native herbs focus Conservation District will seedling trees for of nature program provide participants to take home.

ROCKFORD – Wild Ones For more information, call – Rock River Valley Chapter Heritage Square at 815will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday 288-2251.

Group to give help to cover camp cost PRINCETON – Applications are available from Princeton Junior Woman’s Club for scholarship money for students in Bureau County attending any summer camp.

Visit Princeton Junior Woman’s Club on Facebook or stop at Princeton Public Library, 698 E. Peru St., for applications and evaluation criteria.

No email applications will be accepted, and all must be postmarked no later than April 25. They can be sent to Princeton Junior Woman’s Club, attention of Camp Scholarships, P.O. Box 541, Princeton, IL 61356.

Recipients will be notified by May 25.

Email Angela Adams, education community service program chairman, at princetonjuniors@gmail.com, attention Angela.

Hikers prepare for next canal trek The Friends of the Hennepin Canal will have its monthly Hike the Hennepin Canal on Sunday.

The 4-mile trek, White Tail Deer, will be from Bridge 47 to Bridge 50 on the feeder canal.

Those participating are to meet at 1:30 p.m. on the northwest side of Bridge 50 to be shuttled to the starting place. To get to the rendezvous, take state Route 40 north to state U.S. Route 6 or Interstate 80, to state Route 172. Go west to the feeder canal.

The public is welcome.

Visit friends-hennepincanal.org or contact Ed Herrmann at hike@friendshennepin-canal.org or 815664-2403.

DIXON – More books have arrived at Dixon Public Library, 221 S. Hennepin Ave. They are: Fiction: “Two If By Sea,” by Jacquelyn Mitchard; “Property of a Noblewoman,” by Danielle Steel; “The Total Package,” by Stephanie Evanovich; “Private Paris,” by James Patterson; “At the Edge of the Orchard,” by Tracy Chevalier; “Lie in Plain Sight,” by Maggie Barbieri; “All Things Cease to Appear,” by Elizabeth Brundage; “The Forgetting Time,” by Sharon Guskin; “People of the Songtrail,” by W. Michael and Kathleen Gear; “The Stargazer’s Sister,” by Carrie Brown; “Fool Me Once,” by Harlan Coben; “The Advocate’s Daughter,” by Anthony Franze; “Predator,” by Wilbur Smith; “No One Knows,”

by J.T. Ellison; “Reader, I Married Her,” by Tracy Chevalier; “Because of Miss Bridgerton,”

by Julia Quinn; “Dark-

ness,” by Karen Robards; “Flawless,” by Heather Graham; “The Girl in the Red Coat,” by Kate Hamer; “Once a Rancher,” by Linda L. Miller; “No Safe Secret,” by Fern Michaels; “Daughter of Australia,” by Harmony Verna; “When I’m Gone,” by Emily Bleeker; “Forty Rooms,” by Olga Grushin; and “Shelter,”

by Jung Yun Mysteries: “Here Comes the Bribe,” by Mary Daheim; “Deep Blue,” by Randy W. White; “Treachery at Lancaster Gate,” by Anne Perry; “Journey to Munich,” by Jacqueline Winspear; “The Other Side of Silence,” by Philip Kerr; “The Cracked Spine,” by Paige Shelton; and “Killer Reunion,” by G.A. McKevett Christian Fiction: “The Curiosity Keeper,” by Sarah Ladd; “Brush of Wings,” by Karen Kingsbury; “The Atonement,”

by Beverly Lewis; and “The Inheritance,” by Michael Phillips

Westerns: “Journey to the White Clouds,” by Wallace Swenson, and “Echoes of Massacre Canyon,” by Ben Tyler Science Fiction, Fantasy: “Dark Promises,” by Christine Feehan Large Print: “Showdown at Gun Hill,” by Ralph Cotton; “Slater’s Way,” by Charles West; “Destiny, Texas,” by Brett Cogburn; “Flintlock: Kill or Die,” by William Johnstone; “The Dressmaker,” by Rosalie Ham; “The Splendour Falls,” by Susanna Kearsley; “Desperate Measures,” by Jo Bannister; “Angels Burning,” by Tawni O’Dell; “The Steel Kiss,” by Jeffery Deaver; and “Private Paris.” by James Patterson Check out the new books list at the library for nonfiction titles.

April Book Group selection: “God Help the Child,” by Toni Morrison For more information, call the library at 815284-7261.

Materials added to collection WALNUT – New titles are available at Walnut Public Library, 101 Heaton St. Audiobooks on CD: “Feathered Bone,” by Julie Cantrell; “Flesh and Blood,” “The Last Precinct,” and “Depraved Heart,” all by Patricia Cornwell; “Goodbye to the Dead,” by Brian Freeman; “X,” by Sue Grafton; “Rogue Lawyer,” by John Grisham; “Shadow Play,” by Iris Johansen; “Hour of the Wolf,” by Hakan Nesser; “14th Deadly Sin,” by James Patterson; “The Sheen on the Silk,” by Anne Perry; “Brotherhood in Death,” by J.D. Robb;

and “Insatiable Appetites,” by Stuart Woods Nonfiction books: “Rightful Heritage: Franklin D Roosevelt and the Land of America,” by Douglas Brinkley; “Above the Line: My Wild Oats Adventure,” by Shirley Maclaine; and “Dream From My Father,” by Barack Obama Adult Fiction books: “Few of the Girls,” by Maeve Binchy; “Off the Grid,” by C.J. Box; “Devonshire Scream,” by Laura Childs; “Fool Me Once,” by Harlan Coben; “Gangster,” by Clive Cussler; “Steel Kiss,” by Jeffery Deaver; “Total

Package,” by Stephanie Evanovich; “Wedding Cake Murders,” by Joanne Fluke; “Clawback,” by Judith Jance; “2 If By Sea,” by Jacqueline Mitchard; “Crazy Blood,”

by T. Jeff Parker; “Private Paris,” by James Patterson; “Treachery at Lancaster Gate A,” by Anne Perry; “Brotherhood in Death,” by J.D. Robb; “Predator,” by Wilbur A. Smith; and “Property of a Noble Woman,” by Danielle Steel.

Donated books also were added to the collection this month.

For more information, call the library at 815379-2159.

ON THE MENU Breakfast

churches: Wesley United Methodist, Trinity United Methodist, First Presbyterian, First Christian, Abiding Word, Sacred Heart, Grace Episcopal, First Church of the Nazarene, East Jordan United Methodist, First United Methodist, all of Sterling; Coleta United Methodist; and Rock River Christian Center in Rock Falls.

The funding comes from donations. Food is donated by, and also purchased from, Sauk Valley Food Bank in Sterling.

Volunteers are always welcome; to help out, call Lois at 815-499-1706.

STERLING – Loaves & Fishes will celebrate the fifth anniversary of its free community breakfasts from 9 to 11 a.m. April 25 at First United Methodist Church, 900 E. Fifth St. Local, city, state, and federal dignitaries have been invited; the public is welcome.

Paul Judd, pastor of First United Methodist Church and Trinity United Methodist Church, created this program. The first meal was provided to 1 person, and now averages 100 each day. The breakfasts are served from 9 to 11 a.m.

Monday through Friday, and Dinner total about 50,000 meals in 5 years.

FRANKLIN GROVE – The The breakfast is run by Franklin Grove Creek & volunteers from the following Preservation Committee

will have an “Evening at the Mill” dinner and program April 23 at the Franklin Creek Grist Mill, 1893 Twist Road.

Dinner will be at 6 p.m., followed by the presentation, “Water, Wonder, Words: Language, Stories, and the Cradle of Life,” by Sara Grady of Chicago.

She will discuss the importance of water from a variety of angles.

The mill will be open throughout the afternoon for tours.

Reservations, due Thursday, are required. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at franklincreek gristmill.com and at the mill, or by calling 815-4562718.

Proceeds will go toward maintenance and operation of the mill.

Bridge players share results of latest games DIXON – The Dixon Monday Night Bridge Club has announced its recent scores.

On March 28, Joyce Gibson and Mary Ann Jones, both of Dixon, placed first with 59 percent. Barb Bass of Princeton and

Paul Laird of Sterling tied with Phil and Elizabeth Naffziger of Princeton for second–third place, with 56 percent.

During the April 4 games, Gibson and Susie Smith of Dixon took first with 61 percent.

Bass and Laird were in second place with 54 percent, and Diane and Don Pauser of Dixon placed third with 53 percent.

The group meets at 5:30 p.m. Mondays at the Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St.

Students from Ashton-Franklin Center Middle School in Franklin Grove entered a drawing for a new bicycle after completing a safety quiz by the Lee County Sheriff’s Department in Dixon. Caitlin Gleissner was the winner. Shown with her are Sheriff John Simonton (left) and Cpl. Jared Yater. Photo submitted by Simonton.

Safety quiz winner gets bike FRANKLIN GROVE – Representatives from the Lee County Sheriff’s Department in Dixon presented bicycle safety information on March 10 to students in kindergarten through sixth grade at Ashton-Franklin Center Middle School.

The speakers were Cpl. Jared Yater and Devon Gugerty, the depart-

ment’s office manager.

They discussed hand signaling, how to maneuver around people when approaching them from behind, intersection safety, awareness of cars backing from driveways, looking left, right, and left, and getting permission to ride in the road.

Students later took a bicycle safety quiz online

and emailed a certificate of completion to the sheriff’s department. They were entered into an April 7 drawing for a new bicycle won by Caitlin Gleissner.

Ashton-Franklin Center Cub Scouts will offer a bicycle rodeo at the end of June. Students will receive more information when it becomes available.

Rock Falls kindergarten open house ROCK FALLS – An open house for enrollment in Rock Falls Elementary School District 13’s kindergarten classes will be at 6 p.m. April 26 in the multi-purpose room at Dillon Elementary School, 1901 Eighth Ave. The event is for district residents who will be

sending their children to kindergarten in August.

Children must be 5 on or before Sept. 1 to be eligible. Students need a certified copy of their birth certificate, if they have not been enrolled at Riverdale Preschool Center.

Refreshments will be served, and students will

get a Dillon School T-shirt.

There will be an opportunity to meet the teachers and view the classrooms.

Those who cannot attend may register from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. , weekdays April 27 to May 9 at the school office.

For information, call the school at 815-625-3356.

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BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENTS Brixx Bradley Folkers Ashley Heffelfinger and Addison Folkers of Sterling are the parents of a son born at 1:56 p.m. March 2, 2016, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

Brixx Bradley Folkers weighed 8 pounds, 3 ounces at birth and was 20.5 inches in length.

His sibling is the late Kambri Lynn Folkers.

Maternal grandparents are Lynn and Ted Heffelfinger of Sterling.

Paternal grandparents are Dianna and Brad Folkers of Sterling.

Maternal great-grandparents are Martha Malloy and Ken and Theresa Heffelfinger, all of Sterling, and Larry and Lynda Malloy of Decatur.

Paternal great-grandparents are Maria Wright and Clara and Vern Barnhart, all of Rock Falls.

Audrianna Lorena Perez Maria Ortiz of Rock Falls is the mother of a daughter born at 1 p.m. March 28, 2016, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

Audrianna Lorena Perez weighed 6 pounds, 12 ounces at birth and was 21 inches in length.

Maternal grandparents are Jesus Perez and Erika Perez, both of Rock Falls.

Maternal great-grandparents are Maria and Rafael Lopez of Rock Falls and Merced Perez of San Antonio.

Kaylin Marie Turner Megan Johnson of Rock Falls and Devin Turner of Prophetstown are the parents of a daughter born at

3:17 p.m. March 30, 2016, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

Kaylin Marie Turner weighed 7 pounds, 7 ounces at birth and was 20 inches in length.

Maternal grandparents are Kelly Johnson of Rock Falls and Ron Johnson of Sterling.

Paternal grandparents are Scott and Melisa Turner of Prophetstown.

Maternal grandparents are Julia and Jerome Powers of Dixon.

Paternal grandparents are Sandra Warner of Loves Park and Doug and Paula Carlson of Dixon.

Maternal great-grandparents are Everett and Elsie Kraft and David Hall, all of Dixon.

Paternal great-grandmother is Marge Warner of National City, Michigan.

Hadley Grace Andersen

Rebekah Suzanne Karper

Lindsey and Jared Andersen of Prophetstown are the parents of a daughter born at 3:26 p.m. April 3, 2016, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

Hadley Grace Andersen weighed 7 pounds, 11 ounces at birth and was 19 inches in length.

Maternal grandparents are Randy and Kris Muur of Morrison.

Paternal grandparents are Randy Andersen of Des Moines, Iowa, and Dallas Spencer of Lyndon.

Maternal great-grandparents are Ruth Muur and Dave and Phyllis Douglass, all of Morrison.

Paternal great-grandmother is Karen Turner of Des Moines, Iowa.

Julie and Jason Karper of Ashton are the parents of a daughter born at 8:40 a.m.

March 26, 2016, at KSB Hospital in Dixon.

Rebekah Suzanne Karper weighed 6 pounds, 6 ounces at birth and was 19 inches in length.

She is welcomed by Josiah, 4, and Levi, 1.

Maternal grandparents are Steen and Bonnie Albrecht of Ashton.

Paternal grandparents are Wally and Deb Karper of Franklin Grove.

Maternal great-grandmother is Evelyn Albrecht of Rochelle.

Paternal great-grandmothers are Jean Spurgeon of Dixon and Fran Karper of Ashton.

Makenzie Lynn Carlson

Winston Raymond Groth

Bethany and Ryan Carlson of Dixon are the parents of a daughter born at 2:05 p.m.

March 19, 2016, at KSB Hospital in Dixon.

Makenzie Lynn Carlson weighed 6 pounds, 15 ounces at birth and was 19 inches in length.

She is welcomed by Caleb Carlson, 8, and Brock Carlson, 1.

Samantha Helfrich and Daniel Groth of Dixon are the parents of a son born at 1:31 p.m. March 30, 2016, at KSB Hospital in Dixon.

Winston Raymond Groth weighed 8 pounds, 6 ounces at birth and was 20 inches in length.

Maternal grandparents are Dennis and Jackie Horton and Glenn and Racheal

Helfrich, all of Dixon.

Paternal grandparents are Hank and Jill Groth of Amboy.

Maternal great-grandparents are Dan and Linda Moyers of Dixon and Dennis and Karen Yocum of Franklin Grove.

Paternal great-grandfather is Ted Etheridge of Amboy.

Adalyn Rose McCloud Sarah and Brandon McCloud of Sterling are the parents of a daughter born at 4:52 p.m. March 16, 2016, at KSB Hospital in Dixon.

Adalyn Rose McCloud weighed 8 pounds, 4 ounces at birth and was 20 inches in length.

She is welcomed by Norah, 2.

Maternal grandparents are Neil and Julie Jones of Rock Falls.

Paternal grandparents are Todd and Judy McCloud of Sterling.

Maternal great-grandmother is Kathy Siperly of Morrison.

Paternal great-grandparents are Johnnie Standard and Anna Cheshier, both of Sterling.

Hunter Robert Shomaker

of Mendota and Tom and Tammi Lehman of Dixon.

Paternal grandparents are Bob and Judy Shomaker of Dixon.

Maternal great-grandparents are Glen and Sharon Lehman and Kendall and Nancy Whitson, all of Dixon.

are Judith Ann Kramer of Dixon and John Thomas Scully Jr. of Ohio.

Paternal grandparents are Sherri Lee Englund and Daniel Eric Englund, both of Dixon, Maternal great-grandmother is Gerry Kramer of Aurora.

Madelyn Rae Hughes

Grady Melvin Gustafson

Crystal and Joshua Hughes of Sterling are the parents of a daughter born at 11:41 a.m. April 1, 2016, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

Madelyn Rae Hughes weighed 8 pounds, 2 ounces at birth and was 20 inches in length.

She is welcomed by Caleb Hughes, 4.

Maternal grandparents are Greg Dickson and Leanne Dickson, both of Sterling.

Paternal grandparents are Marilyn Hughes and Wes Hughes, both of Sterling.

Maternal great-grandparents are Les and Judy Guenzler of Sterling and Keith and Carol Helms of Rock Falls.

Paternal great-grandmothers are Effie Hughes of Prophetstown and Velma Helm of Rock Falls.

Dana and Jake Gustafson of Walnut are the parents of a son born at 8:23 a.m. April 1, 2016, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

Grady Melvin Gustafson weighed 7 pounds, 8 ounces at birth and was 22 inches in length.

He is welcomed by Camden Gustafson, 1.

Ebba Lynn Englund

Autumn and Eric Shomaker of Dixon are the parents of a son born at 8:44 a.m. March 10, 2016, at KSB Hospital in Dixon.

Hunter Robert Shomaker weighed 9 pounds, 4 ounces at birth and was 21 inches in length.

He is welcomed by Mason Shomaker, 3, and Austin Shomaker, 2.

Maternal grandparents are Wendy Losey Lehman

Amanda and Jeremy Englund of Dixon are the parents of a daughter born at 12:41 p.m. April 2, 2016, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling, Ebba Lynn Englund weighed 8 pounds, 10 ounces at birth and was 21 inches in length.

She is welcomed by Eugene Englund, 1.

Maternal grandparents

Mercy Nursing Services free blood pressure clinic, 8:30-10:30 a.m., YMCA, 2505 YMCA Way, Sterling.

Dixon Rotary Club, noon, lower level, St. Luke Episcopal Church, 221 W. Third St., Dixon.

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, open, St. Paul Lutheran Church, 114 S. Fifth St., Oregon.

Alcoholics Anonymous Gratitude Group, noon, step, closed; 6 p.m., open, lower level, Loveland Community House, 513 W. Second St., Dixon.

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, closed, Big Book; 6 p.m., closed, Spanish; 7 p.m., open, beginners, Bazaar Americana, 609 W. Third St., Sterling.

Sauk Valley Alcoholics Anonymous Group, noon, open, Sunshine meeting, back door, 1503 First Ave., Suite D, Rock Falls.

Crochet-Knitting Club, 12:30 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling.

American Legion Post 12 Auxiliary, 1:30 p.m., 1120 W. First St., Dixon.

American Red Cross blood drive, 2-6 p.m., Paw Paw High School, 511 Chapman St. Appointments: 800-733-2767 TOPS Chapter IL 634 meeting, 4:30 p.m., 205 S. Walnut St., Franklin Grove.

TOPS, 4 p.m. weigh-in, 4:30 p.m. meeting; 5:30 p.m. weigh-in, 6 p.m. meeting, Hub City Senior Center, 401 Cherry Ave., Rochelle.

TOPS, 5 p.m. weigh-in, 5:30 p.m. meeting, Polo Church of the Brethren, 401 S. Congress Ave., Polo, 815-946-3638.

Lee County Honor Flight, 6 p.m., VFW Post 540, 1560 Franklin Grove Road, Dixon, 815-288-5683.

Rock Falls Rotary, 6 p.m., Beelendorf’s Deli, 204 W. 10th St., Rock Falls.

Celebrate Recovery, 6-8 p.m., 201 W. Market St., Morrison, 815590-8929.

Celebrate Recovery, 6-8 p.m., New Hope Baptist Church, 902 W. 12th St., Rock Falls; John Mattingly, 815-631-3896.

Celebrate Recovery, 6-8 p.m., Revive Community Church, 8 E. Front St., Mount Morris, 815-9940428.

Dixon CHIP Support Group meeting, 6:30 p.m. potluck, Conference Room 1, Town Square Centre, Second Street entrance, 102 S. Hennepin Ave., 815-7326555.

Rock Falls Boy Scout Troop 306, 6:30-8 p.m., fellowship hall, Harvest Time Bible Church, 1802 Dixon Ave. Friends of the Sterling Public Library meeting, 6:45 p.m., library,

Kinsley Rae Welker Sasha Branson-Welker of Dixon is the mother of a daughter born at 8:23 a.m.

March 28, 2016, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

Kinsley Rae Welker weighed 7 pounds, 13 ounces at birth and was 21 inches in length.

Maternal grandparents are Christina Branson of Dixon and Dan Welker of Clinton.

Maternal great-grandparents are Carolyn Branson of Dixon and Linda and Dan Welker of Milledgeville.

Information sought The birth announcements for Bryce Scott StubbsRaymer and Maizy Helen Olson cannot be printed without additional information.

If those who submitted them could call 815-6253600, ext. 5501, it would be appreciated.

SUPPORT GROUPS, CLUBS, AND SERVICES Today Alcoholics Anonymous, 9 a.m., closed, Big Book, United Methodist Church, 201 E. Chicago Ave., Davis Junction.

Alcoholics Anonymous Gratitude Group, 9 a.m., open; noon, open; 6 p.m., open, lower level, Loveland Community House, 513 W. Second St., Dixon.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 9:30 a.m., closed, former St. Anne Grade School, 32 N. Jones Ave., Amboy, 815-857-2315.

Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous, 10:30 a.m., closed; 7 p.m., closed, 808 Freeport Road, Sterling.

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, closed; 7 p.m., closed (5), Bazaar Americana, 609 W. Third St., Sterling.

Sauk Valley Alcoholics Anonymous Group, noon, open, Old Timers; 7 p.m., open, family fun night, bring a friend, back door, 1503 First Ave., Suite D, Rock Falls.

Narcotics Anonymous Hope Without Dope, noon, in the back of Lutheran Social Services of Illinois, 1901 First Ave., Sterling, 815535-3748.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., open, First Presbyterian Church, 1100 Calvin Road, Rochelle.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m.,

steps, traditions, Village of Progress, 710 S. 13th St., Oregon.

Sunday Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 a.m., closed; noon, open; 1 p.m., closed, Spanish; 7 p.m., closed, Bazaar Americana, 609 W. Third St., Sterling.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 10 a.m., open, barn, Horizon View Farm, 2422 N. River Road, Oregon.

Sauk Valley Alcoholics Anonymous Group, 10 a.m., open, Big Book; 7 p.m. open, veterans, back door, 1503 First Ave., Suite D, Rock Falls.

PFLAG Sauk Valley, 2 p.m. support time, 2:30 p.m. meeting, Eels Room, St. Luke Episcopal Church, 221 W. Third St., Dixon, 815-4402672.

Dixon Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 540, 5:30 p.m., 1560 Franklin Grove Road, 815-2885165.

Compassionate Friends, Death of a Child Support Group, 6 p.m., Church of God, 860 W. Oregon Trail Road, Oregon, 815-441-3710.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 6 p.m., closed, Church of St. Anne, 401 N. Cherry St., Morrison.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, Spanish, St. Patrick

COMMUNITY EVENTS Today Farmers Market, 8 a.m.-noon, Twin City Market, indoors, 106 Avenue A, Sterling, 815-626-8610.

Spring prom, 6 p.m., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815-288-9236.

Sunday Euchre tournament, 12:30 p.m., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815-2889236.

Monday Open pool, open cards, Wii games (call ahead), and computer lab, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-622-9230.

Open pool, open cards, open Wii games and computer lab, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815-288-9236.

Pool players, 8:30 a.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, 815-732-3252.

Mexican Train dominoes, 9 a.m., Hub City Senior Center, 401 Cherry Ave., Rochelle, 815-562-5050.

Kings on Corner cards, 9 a.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815622-9230.

Quilting, 9:30 a.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, 815-732-3252.

Wii Bowling, 10 a.m., Hub City Senior Center, 401 Cherry Ave, Rochelle, 815-562-5050.

Situation Room, 10 a.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th Ave., Oregon, 815-732-3252.

Euchre lessons and games, 10 a.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling.

Register: 815-622-9230 or 828461-7979.

Zumba class, 10:30 a.m., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815-288-9236.

Lunch, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815622-9230.

Organized Wii Bowling games, noon, Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon.

Card games, noon, Hub City Senior Center, 401 Cherry Ave., Rochelle, 815-562-5050.

Hand and Foot cards, 12:15 p.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, 815-732-3252.

Pinochle, 12:30-3 p.m., Big Room; Friendly Mexican Train dominoes, 12:30 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-622-9230.

Duplicate bridge, 12:30 p.m., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon.

Rummy, 1 p.m., Robert Fulton Community Center and Transit Facility, 912 Fourth St., Fulton, 815589-3925.

Exercise group, 4 p.m., Robert Fulton Community Center and Transit Facility, 912 Fourth St., Fulton, 815-589-3925.

Tacos, 4-8 p.m., Latin American Social Club, 2708 W. Fourth St., Sterling, 815-625-8290.

Bingo, Dixon Elks Lodge No. 779, 4:30 p.m. doors open, 5:30 p.m. kitchen opens and 6:30 p.m. bingo begins, 1279 Franklin Grove Road, 815-288-3557. No computers.

Loaves and Fishes, 5-6 p.m., Holloway Center, St. Patrick Catholic Church, 612 Highland Ave., Dixon, 815-284-7719. A free, hot meal for the needy.

Sauk Valley Chess Club, 6:308:30 p.m., Northland Mall, 2900 E. Lincolnway, Sterling; 815-622-8838.

Catholic Church, 236 Kelly Drive, Rochelle.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, clearance required, BAAbble on for Life Prison Group, 815-973-6150.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, 808 Freeport Road, Sterling.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., open, Rochelle Community Hospital, 900 N. Second St. Alcoholics Anonymous, 7:30 p.m., closed, 304 Seventh Ave. W, Lyndon.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., closed (4), Mount Morris Senior Center, 9 E. Front St. Monday Childhood immunization clinic; women, infants and children clinic; and family planning services, Lee County Health Department, 309 S. Galena Ave., Suite 100, Dixon. Appointments: 815284-3371.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 a.m., open, Methodist church, 402 First Ave., Forreston.

Blood pressure screenings, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Whiteside County Health Department, 1300 W. Second St., Rock Falls, 815-626-2230.

Abuse Changing team, 815625-0338.

102 W. Third St. Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., open, Immanuel Lutheran Church, 960 N. U.S. Route 52, Amboy.

Sauk Valley Al-Anon GroupAlateen, 7 p.m., back door, 1503 First Ave., Suite D, Rock Falls.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, study, Elim Reformed Church parsonage, 140 S. Church Road, Kings.

VFW Post 5418 Auxiliary meeting, 7 p.m., 217 First Ave., Rock Falls, 815-626-3513.

Mount Carroll Monday Night Al-Anon-Alateen, 7 p.m., Church of God, 816 Clay St., Mount Carroll, 815-284-3444.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, 808 Freeport Road, Sterling.

Country Crossroads Quilt Guild, 7 p.m., Forreston Grove Church, 7246 Freeport Road, Forreston, 815-382-4544.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, step study, Church of St. Anne, 401 N. Cherry St., Morrison.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7:30 p.m., closed, Eells Room, St. Luke Episcopal Church, 207 W. Third St., Dixon.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., closed (3), First Presbyterian Church, 502 Third St., Savanna.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., open, 217 N. Hickory St., Shannon.

BOWLING TOURNAMENT

Pine Creek Valley 4-H Club of Polo team members, Cholie Zegler (front row, from left), Amber Henson, Kayla Blum, Lexi Cox, and CJ Gray; and (back row) Kyle Blum, Zack Henson, Chris Radamacher, and Ashley Griffin, advanced to the Feb. 28 bowling competition finals at T-Byrd Lanes in Rochelle. Junior team members, Amber Henson, Blum, and Ziegler, (not pictured,) won second place. Club members and parents also participated in the April 2 Ice Hogs 4-H Night at the BMO Center in Rockford. Photo submitted by Tanya Bushman.

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GOOD FRIDAY The Living Stations of the Cross were performed on Good Friday, March 25 by Mary Imel’s fourthgrade students at St. Andrew Catholic School in Rock Falls for the school and the parish.

The students are (in no particular order) Tyler Gross, Jedh Valida, Kennedy Rowzee, Brennan Thompson, Carter Rude, Brady Grennan, Emma Skinner, Adriel Velasco, David Haenni, James McNinch, Lucas Kolb, and Johnathon Lehman.

Margaret Blakeslee directed the performance. Photo submitted

by William Lemmer.

Spanking crosses line during sibling roughhousing Dear Abby: My grandson “Kyle” is in his early 20s, 6 foot 1 and weighs about 230. His sister is a very sweet 15-year-old and a devoted churchgoer.

At a recent family gettogether, they were goofing around and he got her down on the floor on her stomach, sat on her knees to hold her down, and proceeded to reach his hand into her trousers to jerk her panties up and out of her pants. He then pulled her pants down almost to the bottom of her buttocks and spanked her.

The whole time, I was trying to get Kyle to stop acting so disrespect-

dearABBY Dear Abby is written

by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips. The column is provided through Universal Uclick.

fully to his sister, but he ignored me. This happened in front of several people, including my husband, a male cousin in his 40s, and the kids’ great-aunt. I was shocked and I’m still angry. Kyle’s aunt agrees with me and wonders whether molestation is involved.

Is this normal behavior between brothers and sisters? Are we old-fashioned? Are we overreacting?

– Shocked in the South Dear Shocked: While I don’t think that what happened was molestation, Kyle’s behavior was extremely inappropriate. I only can guess how humiliated that poor girl was. I can’t imagine why anyone would allow it to happen without putting a stop to it.

Kyle is an adult, even though he acts like a 13-year-old. What he did amounted to an assault of a minor, which at his age could land him in

the pokey, and he needs to be “reminded” of that fact.

Dear Abby: My boyfriend, “Joe,” has what I refer to as “pedestrian rage.” Neither of us drives, so we use mass transit or walk everywhere. We live in a large city and drivers are not always careful about pedestrians in parking lots and crosswalks, making it doubly important to protect one’s own safety when on foot.

I feel that Joe compromises our safety by being confrontational with motorists who fail his exacting standards.

He curses loudly, strikes

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vehicles with his hand, or stops and glares at drivers who anger him. I have asked him repeatedly not to engage with these drivers for fear of retaliation.

The other day a man drove into the crosswalk when we were crossing on the green light.

We weren’t close to that section of the crosswalk yet, but Joe smacked the man’s car as we crossed behind it. The man, who was very large and very angry, pulled over, jumped out and threatened to beat Joe up for touching his car. I pulled Joe down the sidewalk as he yelled at the driver.

I am at my wit’s end.

I’m afraid to go anywhere

with him because he just doesn’t get it. I no longer feel safe with him. His behavior is ruining our relationship. Do you have any suggestions?

– Crosswalk Rage Dear Crosswalk Rage: I sure do. Stop walking with him until he learns to control his temper because it could not only get himself hurt, but you as well. Banging on a traffic violator’s car and cursing at him only escalates an already unfortunate situation.

Contact Dear Abby at DearAbby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069.

BLING FOR SPRING

District going swimmingly May is National Drowning Prevention Month.

Does your family know the importance of water safety?

Swimming skills help.

Taking part in formal swimming lessons reduces the risk of drowning among young children.

The Sterling Park District will have free activities for all ages throughout the month of May. Splash On Swim assessments will be offered at the Duis Recreation Center, 211 E. 23rd St. Children will be taught the basics of swimming, and skills will be assessed by our trained instructors. The assessment also will determine where your child would fit into our regular swim lesson classes. The times for children ages 3 to 6 will be from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. May 17, and, for 7 to 12 year-olds, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. May 19.

Also in May, the Sterling Park District will offer adult learn to swim classes at Duis. They will be in a non-crowded environment, and will be geared toward making participants age 18 and older feel comfortable

Our CPR and AED for the community and workplace class provides Stephanie individuals with the skills Milnes is Duis Recrenecessary to provide ation Center effective basic life support manager at in an emergency. RegisSterling Park District. Email ter today for the April 25 smilnes@ster class at Duis. lingparks.org The season of warmer to reach her. weather, being outside and trying to stay cool is fast approaching. Relieve the in the water, as well as heat with a refreshing dip teaching the basic swimin a swimming pool. The ming strokes. Classes will Sterling Park District offers be from 9 to 10 a.m. each several open swim times at Saturday throughout the Duis. The hours are from 7 month. Register online at to 9 p.m. Friday and noon sterlingparks.org or in per- to 6 p.m. Saturday and son at Duis, or Westwood Sunday. Lap swim hours Fitness and Sports Center, are from 5 to 8:30 a.m. and 1900 Westwood Drive.

11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday May 21 is National through Friday, as well as Learn to Swim Day. The 9 a.m. to noon Saturday.

Duis Recreation Center Additional open swim will have an open house hours will be added for the with free swimming for all summer starting June 1. ages from noon to 2 p.m.

You can find the comWe also will have trained plete details of all park instructors available to district programs and teach basic swimming activities in the activity skills, and information guide available at the diswill be provided on water trict’s website and at all safety and drowning pre- district facilities. For the vention. latest news and updates, The park district is dedi- “Like” the district’s page cated to providing the on Facebook and “Follow Us” on Twitter and Instacommunity with qualgram. ity training programs.

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CUPCAKES FROM OREGON LIVING

Staff from Oregon Living and Rehabilitation Center sold cupcakes March 12 at the annual What’s Cooking Fundraiser at Barnacopia in Polo. At their booth are (from left) Amy Hilliker, director of nursing; Kathi Wilkinson, administrative assistant; Tammy Russell, resident services coordinator; and Danielle Hermes, activity director. The fundraiser helped Rock River Center in Oregon with its eldercare services and events. The cupcakes contained sauerkraut, made and grown by residents of Oregon Living. It also is used for a Sauerkraut Soirée to raise money for breast cancer awareness. Photo submitted by Melissa Joyce.

Rock River Area Christian Women’s Connection will have its Bling ‘N’ Things Luncheon Wednesday at Candlelight Inn, 2200 First Ave., Rock Falls. Judy Wolfe (from left), Bev Allen, and Kathleen Williams, members, get ready for an item exchange. Those attending are asked to arrive at 11 a.m., and bring up to 10 bling items, such as jewelry, scarves, purses, hats, gloves, and other accessories, to be exchanged. The meeting will start at 11:30. Barbara Hoffner of Madison, Wisconsin, will discuss “Walking This Marathon of Life,” relating experiences in life to walking. The cost is $11. Reservations are due by 9 p.m.

Monday, and cancellation notice is required. Call Irene at 815-948-2157. Photo submitted by Williams.

IN BRIEF Brethren bazaar in its final year DIXON – Dixon Church of the Brethren’s 25th annual and final spring garden bazaar will be from 7 a.m. to noon April 23 at the church, 215 North Court St. A breakfast of buttermilk pancakes, sausage, and beverages will be served from 7 to 11 a.m.

Tickets, which will be sold at the door, cost $5 for adults and $2.50 for children younger than 12.

The theme of the indoor garden sale is “In the Bulb There Is a Flower.” Perennial plants, trees, and garden decor will be available.

The craft corner will feature homemade items and needlework. Also being sold are old cookbooks and bake sale items, such as cakes, cookies, pies, candies, and breads.

The site is accessible to wheelchairs.

For more information, call the church office from 8:30 a.m. to noon Monday through Friday.

Local fort part of society’s meeting DIXON – The Lee County Historical and Genealogical Society will meet at 7 p.m. May 9 in the second-floor conference room at KSB Hospital, 403 E. First St. The program, by Heinz Suppan, will be about Fort Dixon, named after Dixon’s Ferry and built in 1832 during the Black Hawk War. Suppan is a history teacher at Marquette Academy in Ottawa and at Joliet Junior College.

Several notable soldiers served at the fort, including Abraham Lincoln and Zachary Taylor, future presidents; Jefferson Davis, later president of the Confederate States of America; and Gen. Winfield Scott, the longestserving, active-duty sol-

dier in America.

The public is welcome; refreshments will be served. The building is accessible to wheelchairs.

For more information, call 815-284-1134 or stop at the society library, 113 S. Hennepin Ave.

County programs presentation topic DIXON – PFLAG Sauk Valley will meet April 17 in the Eels Room at St. Luke Episcopal Church, 221 W. Third St. A time for independent support and conversation will be from 2 to 2:30 p.m. followed by the meeting. Cindy Gabany of Lee County Health Department will talk about the department’s in-house and around-thecommunity programs and services.

The entrance is off Third Street behind the library.

For more information, contact pflagsaukvalley@ gmail.com or 815-4402672.

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LEFT: Cassie Johnson was one of three West Carroll High School FFA members from Savanna selected as a state FFA Proficiency winner. Her recognition was in food service. Dan Hartman, school agriculture teacher and FFA adviser, presented her with a plaque. Photos submitted by Hartman.

CENTER: Daniel Hartman, who won in the wildlife management and production category, accepted his award from Dan Hartman.

RIGHT: Jacob Casey, who is involved in several FFA programs, accepted his award from Hartman.

FFA members, teams earn recognition URBANA – Cassie Johnson, Daniel Hartman, and Jacob Casey, West Carroll High School FFA members from Savanna, have been selected state FFA Proficiency winners.

Johnson, the daughter of Jason and Katie Johnson of Thomson, won in food service.

She has been involved in parliamentary procedure, land use, and agronomy.

She also is a state FFA degree recipient.

Hartman, the son of Dan and Janell Hartman of Mount Carroll, placed in wildlife management and production.

He also is a member of Illinois Association FFA and has been involved in parliamentary procedure, agronomy, land use, livestock, and has his state degree.

Casey, the son of Thomas

and Denise Casey of Thomson, won in the ag mechanics – energy systems category. He too, is a member of Illinois Association FFA. He has been a Greenhand parliamentary procedure state champion, varsity parli pro state qualifier, and a section trapshooting team member and individual champ.

He also is a state, chapter, and Greenhand degree

winner, Agronomy Career Development Event participant, livestock and dairy foods extemporaneous at state and national conventions, junior varsity and Greenhand officer, and a Leadership Training School Section Quizbowl member.

The three, all previously chosen as chapter, section, and district winners in each of their specific areas, were selected by a committee of

agriculture industry representatives.

Illinois FFA recognizes students in 52 areas based on their work-based learning, also known as Supervised Agriculture Experiences. Consideration for this award is based on agricultural skills and competencies through record keeping, leadership, and scholastic achievement.

SAEs allow students to

learn by doing by either owning and operating an agricultural business, working or serving an internship at an agriculture-based business, or conducting an agriculture-based scientific experiment and reporting results.

They will receive plaques for their accomplishments during the June 14-16 state FFA convention in Springfield.

Rochelle High School FFA members and Reeverts with Byron High School FFA members.

Other top 50 participants were Julie Davis, Oregon; Bruce Gehrke, Aubree Jaspers, Renee Gehrke, Mathew Hickey, Alex Cassens, Byron; Kendall Boatman, Kade Boatman, Rockford; Brady Davis, Jacob Davis, Mount Morris; Carter Conderman, Byron The event is held to help prepare 4-H members for the state 4-H judging competition in June at the University of Illinois – Champaign. For more information on judging opportunities through the 4-H program, call the Ogle County Extension office at 815-732-2191.

Annie’s Project series completed

Those attending also were introduced to local professionals to set up time to provide help in the future.

Exercise workshop to start at center

EXTENSION BRIEFS Clover campaign underway in Dixon DIXON – Lee County 4-H’ers will be on hand today at Tractor Supply for its annual Paper Clover campaign.

Paper clovers will be available for $1 through April 24 at 1810 S. Galena Ave. Last year, stores throughout Illinois raised more than $4,500 during the 12-day fundraiser.

The 4-H-TSC campaign is a nationwide, in-store fundraiser which benefits 4-H educational programs in the communities with a store. The Illinois 4-H Foundation receives and distributes proceeds from the campaign through

National 4-H Council.

For more information, email kbook@illinois.edu or call the Lee County Extension office at 815-8573525.

Livestock judging winners named MOUNT CARROLL – Whiteside, JoDaviess, Ogle, Lee, Stephenson, and Carroll County clubs participated in the recent 4-H and FFA livestock judging contest.

Overall competition winners were Matthew Drendel, Mighty Clovers 4-H Club, Monroe Center, third, Ryan Reeverts, By-YBagders 4-H Club, Byron, fourth Drendel judged with

AMBOY – Annie’s Project and the University of Illinois Extension joined forces to present a sixsession farm management course for farm women in February and March in Lee County.

According to the news release, through the use of innovative technology, seven participants learned about business plans, marketing, farm leases, insurances, estate planning, property titles, agronomy, web resources, ag advocacy, community involvement, and financial management from the nation’s top agricultural professionals.

DIXON – Staying Strong: Using Exercise Bands for Strength TrainVolunteers sought ing will be at 1:30 p.m.

9 at the Post House for 4-H Foundation May Community Center, 100 MOUNT CARROLL – The W. Second St. As part of a wellness next meeting of the Carroll County 4-H Foundation will series for adults offered be at 7 p.m. Wednesday in by the University of the extension office meet- Illinois Extension, this ing room, 807D S. Clay St. workshop will feature the use of exercise bands Anyone interested in for strength training and working with this group will include exercises and in support of the Carroll tips for using them.

County 4-H Program is The workshop is open welcome. to the public.

For more information, Go to go.illinois.edu contact Leanne Rahn at 2016dixonsummerseries lrahn@illinois.edu or call to register or for more the office at 815-2449444. information.

4-H’ers at the April 2 horse bowl at Dixon High School are (front row) Brenna Berns of Ogle County; (middle row, from left) Olivia Charles, Katie Honchell, Abigail Schmidt, and Aubrey Charles, all of Mount Carroll; and (back row) Katie Hoffman of Savanna; Natalie Shaw of Mount Carroll; and Kaiti Collins and Megan Poole, both of Polo.

Photo submitted by the extension.

HONOR ROLLS EC – Nelson School, ton Short, Ivy Unger, Laci Williams Rock Falls Highest Honors Fifth grade: Rhiannon Allison, Rylee Johnson, Ryan McCord Sixth grade: Taylor Brown, Ben Folgers, Lydea King, Lyden King, Maya Sands, Lauren Tupper, Ellie Wasson Seventh grade: Kyla Border, Andrew Cannell, Madison Fortney, Logan Flynn, Tyler Valdez Eighth grade: Emalie Chavira, Kierstyn Folgers, Bailee Fortney, Jaelynn Henson, Morgan Lewis, Emma Lutz, Titus Meeks, Maddie Sands, Maci Slusser, Breck Tschosik, Grant Wasson, Alexis Whiles, Kody Velazquez High Honors Fifth grade: Trista Dobbins, Julian Hernandez, Matthew Masini, Madelyn Tarner, Abby Whiles, Raniah Wiles, Savanna WoodKendrick Sixth grade: Tyler Bonnell, Kelsi Chavira, Dillon Schueler, Abby Williams Seventh grade: Bryahna Ganther, Julian Heald, Braedon Howard, Evan Mandrell, Madison Thatcher Eighth grade: Lennon Allison, Courtney Boken, Breyman Dile, Reiley Dowd, Brayden Schulz Honors Fifth grade: Elizabeth Buikema, Ashton Drawyer.

Emily Garcia, Andrew Hernandez, Thomas Lewis, Riley Rockwell, Katie Thatcher, Jersey Thomas Sixth grade: Lauryn Nardini Seventh grade: Alyssa Devers, Philip Masini, Pey-

Harney, Giovanni Herrera, Ian Holcomb, Zoie Howard, Jordan Jones, Logann MenRock Falls Middle nie, Elise Mireles, Connor Mullan, Araya Renkes, ManSchool uel Rivera, Dugan Schauff, High Honors Raychel Scott, Alexsandra Sixth grade: Holly BehTrevillyan, Alexis Virgili, Valerrens, Paige Blackert, John ie Warner, Dawson WoodyCid, Mariana Hernandez, att, Michael Zigler Keagan Hicks, Genti Lec, Seventh grade: Makiah Gabriel Lewis, Evelyn Lira, Beckham Marquez Mendez, Alvarado, Raven Bauer, Jayden Muntean, Rosalinda Haliegh Bennett, Benjamin Reyes, Paige Ripley, Jaycee Blackburn, Aixa Boards, Roberts, Hannah Schwenk, Dontavious Brown, Marcus Josylin Seaworth, Cheyanne Delgado, Mark Durham, Simmer, Annika Stuart, Anna Flores, Brady Fossett, Tucker Velazquez, Yixin Wei, Damarys Garcia Fernandez, Joshua Woodard Brigit Gatica, Annalecia Seventh grade: Erika AusGonzales, Luis Guerrero, tin, Landon Bennett, Jermiah Jonah Helfrich, Haylee HerBurtlow, Chase Chappell, Kainan Echebarria, Kassan- rera, Charles Hilliard, Gage dra Estrella, Karli Fischbach, Hunsberger, Kashmir Kylie Fischbach, Colin Flynn, Johnson, Hannah Kaye, Micheal Lage, Marco Lopez, Nolan Gragert, Madison Nevaeh Menendez, Hannah Greer, Rosa Ibarra, Nichole Lilly, Myrahcle Matthews, Montanez, Abigail Peyton, Alexavier McDoneld, Takia Isaac Reyes, Martha Rivera, McGowan, Amelia Mount, Lizbeth Rodriguez, Yasmin Brayden Mulnix, Liberty Rosas, Zita Rosas, Adam Nichols, Kennedi Oltmans, Smith, Brayden Tarbill, Asri Sydney Reyes, Brooklynn Tefiku, Jennifer Villa, Justice Reynolds, Sydney Wallace, Whitely, Dylan Williamson Courtney Walls, Emma Eighth grade: Cade Watts Adams, Alexis Ellis, Austin Eighth grade: Skylar Abell, Fellows, Maria Flores, BranEthan Cravatta, Erin Daub, don Fossett, Brisni Gatica, Arleth Diaz, Emma Everly, Alexandra Gomez, Abigail Nadya Gonzales, Alvaro Gordon, Adrian Ibarra, Beth- Hernandez, Jalen Johnson, any Kozak, Angel Moreno, Adreonna Kaye, Racheal Ruby Padilla, Richard Reyes, Lage, Belen Mendoza, Adison Schofield, Kennedy Charles Nichols, Gannon Shaw, Maria Uribe, Utah Pashon, Maggie Rhodes, Velazquez, Anna Wei Shannon Rinehart, Rosaura Honors Salgado, Allison Simmer, Sixth grade: Skye Allison, Lilly Baeza, Brenden Benters, Marly Siperly, Angelina Smessaert, Kolten Smith, Darian Christian, Paula Cid, Reeana Collins, Josue Dela- Logan Warren, Cole WhiteTorre, Yasmin Flores, Jacob bread, Ethan Young

Contest winners named DIXON – The 4-H Regional Horse Bowl was April 2 at Dixon High School.

Nine junior teams and four senior teams of three to five 4-H’ers, answered questions on horse anatomy and care.

The senior team from Mercer County and the junior team from DeKalb County took first place.

More than 55 participants also competed individually in hippology. Winners will compete today in Champaign.

Carroll and Ogle County 4-H’er winners are: Junior horse judging,

Abigail Schmidt, Mount Carroll, first Oral questions, intermediate division, Brenna Berns, Ogle County, first.

Junior hippology, Aubrey Charles, Mount Carroll, second; Schmidt, fourth Intermediate division, Berns, first; Olivia Charles, Mount Carroll, second.

Senior division, Kaiti Collins, Polo, second; Megan Poole, Polo, third; Katie Hoffman, Savanna, fourth Junior horse bowl, high point individuals, Olivia Charles, first; Aubrey

Charles, ninth.

Senior division, Berns, second; Hoffman, fourth; Collins, fifth; Poole, seventh Junior horse bowl team overall, Aubrey Charles, Olivia Charles, Katie Honchell, Schmidt, second.

Senior horse bowl team overall, Hoffman, Natalie Shaw, Collins, Megan Poole, Berns, second.

The group has had weekly practices since November.

They are coached

by Bryan Hollewell of Milledgeville and Jessica Hollewell of Morrison.

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Although the facility targets its efforts to northwestern Illinois, it serves anyone in about a 3-hour radius.

“We have customers all the way down in Springfield,” said Ben Adolph, a sales consultant and crop adviser. “We’d like to focus on this area, but we won’t turn down a customer that is 3 hours away.”

The product isn’t only for farmers. Gardeners also can buy products on site.

“We have garden fertilizer here in the shop,” Wynkoop said. “People can walk in and purchase what they want.”

Midwestern BioAg broke ground in July 2015, and opened in late February.

It bought all 30.3 acres in the village’s business park, but is using only 10 acres. It has pledged to help develop the rest, including putting in infrastructure for the other lots.

Midwestern BioAg located in Milledgville keeps bags of their fertilizer in their shop for the walk-in customer.

Astrograph ASTROGRAPH by Eugenia Last Sunday, April 17, 2016

Ingredients for Midwestern BioAg products sit in the facility’s bays.

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Each month, the Dixon plant receives about 50,000 gallons of raw milk that it pasteurizes and used to create yogurts, Kefir, fresh white cheese, sour cream, butter, cottage cheese, and quark, which is a soft spreadable cheese.

Ludwig makes most dairy products except for fluid milk, plant general manager Sebastian Gebka said, and it has about 15 employees.

“We use quality ingredients, and we want to put out quality products; that’s our goal,” Gebka said.

Once the products are made and packaged, they are distributed mostly to stores in and around the Chicago area, but its market area spans across northern and central Illinois, southern Wisconsin, and northwest Indiana.

There are no products available in Dixon stores, but it’s something the company might consider in the future, Gebka said.

The company also hopes to expand operations at the plant within the next few years.

“We though this would be a great place where we could expand, and it’s not far from our headquarters in Elk Grove,” he said. “Dixon has that small-town feeling, and the government is very small-business-friendly.”

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Like I said, he might not like this conversation. He might fuss and throw a little fit, but at that point it becomes his problem, not yours. Chances are he’ll come around in a week or so, and after he gets over the embarrassment of it all, everything will be all right again.

You aren’t an unloving or ungrateful daughter for not letting him run all over you. Talk to him in a kind, respectful way. If you feel you can’t stand up to him alone, ask your husband to lend support or put a voice to your wishes. It’s important that you’re both on the same page with this issue.

– Dave

Do what you do best and be proud of it. Knowing your limitations and your assets will help you stay on track as you make the most of every opportunity that comes your way. If you strive for excellence, you will meet with approval and receive personal satisfaction.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- If you have something to do, make a point to get it done. How you feel about yourself and your accomplishments will depend on how proactive you are.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Get involved in an event or activity conducive to mingling with people who have something to offer you personally or professionally. If you share your thoughts, something positive will develop.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- An emotional situation will catch you off-guard. Don’t let anyone push or bully you into something you know you shouldn’t do. Be true to your conscience.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- If you don’t follow through with

your plans, someone will point out your shortcomings. Dealing with a friend, relative or partner will require intelligence and honesty to avoid unwanted implications.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Bring about change, make suggestions and be the life of the party. Your bold and unexpected actions will keep everyone alert and eager to play on your team. Romance is featured.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Get out and enjoy participating in events or pastimes that challenge you mentally and encourage interaction with people who motivate and inspire you. Make a point to live, learn and laugh.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Pleasure trips, reunions or get-togethers with old friends or loved ones will inspire you to bring about changes that will improve your future. Embrace life.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- An interesting opportunity will come about in the strangest way. Someone you are close to will give you an interesting perspective on an offer or

idea you are contemplating.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- You’ll be criticized if you renege on a promise. A problem with a friend or relative is addressed amicably. Time spent at home with a loved one is favored.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -Putting money into your home or looking at property will be tempting. A deal that is difficult to refuse will be pooh-poohed by those affected by your decision. A dispute is impending.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- What you put into an important relationship will bring high returns.

Show how much you care and make suggestions that will ease financial stress and bring you closer to the one you love.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -Don’t get upset over something you cannot change. If you look for an opportunity to use your skills, knowledge and expertise in diverse and benevolent ways, good things will happen.

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Shown here are the award-winning Kefir smoothie and strawberry and grains yogurt. Ludwig’s products are distributed mostly to stores in and around the Chicago area, but its market area spans across northern and central Illinois, southern Wisconsin, and northwest Indiana. manufacturing plant for Dominick’s Finer Food Inc., a chain that had several stores in the Chicago area until a rash of closures in 2013.

Ludwig’s entered the contest in late February, the competition took place in early March, and it was to receive its awards Thursday in Milwaukee.

Entries from 23 coun-

tries and 31 states were evaluated during the 3-day competition in Madison.

“There were products from all over the world – Switzerland, Austria, Cuba,” Zydek said. “Seeing who we were competing against, it was amazing to do well our first time entering, especially for us to reach that as a business of 25 years.”

Selling truck would provide man a sizable, instant emergency fund RAMSEY

Photos by Philip Marruffo/pmarruffo@saukvalley.com

Ben Adolph looks over the conveyor belt at the company’s new plant in Milledgeville.

If it’s paid for, do you sell it?

Dear Dave, I’m debt-free except for my house. I make about $120,000 a year, and I have a truck that’s worth around $33,000 and a car that’s worth $28,000. I don’t have an emergency fund, so I was wondering if I should sell the truck to establish my emergency savings.

– Eric Dear Eric, A good rule of thumb is to never have more than half of your annual income tied up in things that go down in value.

You’re not quite there, but you’re close. And I love your idea of wanting to immediately establish an emergency fund.

You never know what life is going to unexpectedly throw at you, and an emergency fund is great insurance against that sort of thing.

Here’s how I look at it.

Nothing you’ve told me indicates that this truck represents anything being out of control. It’s an expensive truck, but it’s not like you make $30,000 a year and have a $33,000 truck. That kind of thing would be just plain stupid. But if you don’t need or want the truck – and you’re that passionate about having a big, instant emergency fund in place – then sell it!

– Dave Follow Dave on Twitter (@DaveRamsey), or go to daveramsey.com.

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Second-grade students in Candace Buikema’s class at Jefferson School in Dixon show the books they received from the Books By the Bushel program through the Lee County Farm Bureau Foundation. The class Janice Maves of the John Dixon Park Free Library in Dixon program also accepted a bushel of books. was one of four recipients. Photos submitted by Danelle Burns.

Katie Pratt, Lee County Ag in the Classroom coordinator, presented Jean Spohn, principal of St. Mary Elementary and Junior High School in Dixon, with a Books by the The final “Books by the Bushel” recipient was Steward United Methodist Church After Class Enrichment program. Danelle Burrs of the Lee County Farm Bureau presented the books to the children.

Bushel donation.

Books By the Bushel presented to schools, church AMBOY – Jefferson School second-grade, St. Mary Elementary and Junior High School, and the John Dixon Park Free

Library, all in Dixon; and Steward United Methodist Church After Class Enrichment program were recipients of a

bushel of books.

Ten agriculture-related The books are part of the children’s books were disLee County Farm Bureau tributed to each entity.

Foundation’s Books by The mission of the founthe Bushel program. dation is to fund and

encourage ag-related educational opportunities to the youth of Lee County through programs like Books by the Bushel, Ag

in the Classroom, and college scholarships. Go to lcfbfoundation.org or call 815-857-3531 for more information.

BIRDWATCHING

Colton Griffin, Kyle Blum, Zack Henson, Amber Henson, and Cassie Bushman, members of Pine Creek Valley 4-H Club of Polo, worked on a glow-in-the-dark Nerf gun shooting of the planets game. The Ogle County Penny Carnival project tied for first place in the most entertaining category. Photos submitted by Tanya Bushman.

Junior Stewards met April 2 at Ingersoll Wetlands Learning Center in Thomson to learn about bird Identification. Bob Walton (back row, center), vice president of the Stewards and an avid birdwatcher, introduced the group to different adaptations of birds. “Bob talked about bird colors and that a pterodactyl is not a bird,” said Dallas Bunn, fourth-grade student from Savanna. Due to extreme windy conditions, the birding was done indoors. Photo submitted by Pam Steinhaus.

NEW MEMBER

Club members, Griffin (left) and Blum, assembled the game.

Science highlight of penny carnival OREGON – Ogle County 4-H Federation members had their annual 4-H Penny Carnival March 5 at Oregon Coliseum.

The event, coordinated to raise money for county clubs, is much like a school fun fair.

It featured games created and built by county 4-H clubs.

Fourteen of the counties 16 clubs created 15 games, based on the theme “Exploring the Wonders of Science.”

Cash prizes were awarded. A tie for the most entertaining game went to Pine Creek Valley 4-H Club of Polo – Out of This World and Blackhawk Crossing 4-H Club of

Mount Morris-Oregon – Magnetic Field.

Most creative category winners were Grand Detour Greens 4-H Club – Use Your Noodle and Ogle County Clovers 4-H Club, Rochelle – The Brain Game.

Proceeds were divided equally among participating clubs.

Hair Cuttery, 3217 E. Lincolnway, Sterling, joined Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce in Sterling on April 5. With chamber ambassadors are (front row, second from left) Amber Paladino, salon leader; Mika Watson, assistant salon leader; and Ann Manon and Liz Wolber, stylists. Photo submitted by the chamber.

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Second home for St. Patrick on Montserrat

The view from Jack Boy Hill is one of the most scenic on Montserrat, which is known as the Emerald Isle of the Caribbean.

Tribune News Service photos

Island is only nation other than Ireland where St. Paddy’s is a national holiday

BY PATTI NICKELL Tribune News Service

MONTSERRAT, West Indies – Sandy O’Connor is roaming the streets dressed like a French maid – and a risque one at that, with a bit of cleavage showing and a lacy garter encircling her thigh. Every year for the past 33 years, O’Connor, from Gardiner, New York, has been part of a group that celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with a vengeance.

Over the years, the friends have worn their green in Boston; Chicago; Savannah, Georgia, and other places where the Irish national holiday is held dear. O’Connor’s late husband, Bob, was one of the most enthusiastic of the celebrants.

After his death in 2003, Sandy continued the tradition, taking his ashes in a coffee mug and scattering some in each of the cities.

This year, she and her friends are on the Caribbean island of Montserrat, and so is Bob – well, at least in spirit. She holds out the well-traveled mug.

“There aren’t any more ashes left, but there’s lots of rum,” she says. “Bob would love it.”

Montserrat, a 15-minute flight or a 90-minute ferry ride from Antigua, is known as the Emerald Isle of the Caribbean, and I was there to experience it first-hand during the annual St. Patrick’s Day celebration.

Although Montserrat is the only nation outside of Ireland that celebrates St. Paddy’s as a national holiday, the wearing of the green comes with a touch of Caribbean swagger. There are the requisite shamrocks and shillelaghs, but there are also a lot of sequins and spangles.

You might see a jig or two, but you’ll certainly see soca dancing to the island’s signature music, an offshoot of calypso (Montserrat is the birthplace of Alphonsus Cassell, writer of the soca hit “Hot, Hot, Hot.”) How, you might wonder, in a sea dotted with islands colonized by the

Soufriere Hills Volcano, which destroyed the capital city of Plymouth in 1997, continues to show activity.

If you go Getting there: Montserrat is a 15-minute flight from Antigua or a 90-minute ferry ride ($57 one-way.)

Zika: There have been no reported cases of the Zika virus on Montserrat.

Where to stay: There is only one real hotel on the island, the 16-room Tropical Mansion Suites ($99$130), but there are a number of small guesthouses, B&Bs and villas for rent. Tradewindsmontserrat.com FYI: visitmontserrat.com British, French, Spanish and Dutch, did the Irish manage to gain a toehold, albeit on an island only 10 miles long and 7 miles wide?

During the English Civil War in the 17th century, Irish Catholics were persecuted under Oliver Cromwell and his Puritans and shipped to British islands in the Caribbean as indentured servants.

Once they had served their time on Jamaica, Antigua or Barbados, they flocked to Montserrat, which had been offered by its Irish-born governor as a safe haven.

Over the years, a strong Hibernian culture developed and remained strong until African slaves displaced Irish laborers.

Today, the link is largely ceremonial, although touches remain, such as a soft Irish lilt to the local patois and the harp and female figure on the island’s flag and official seal.

While the day is given over to St. Patrick, it also honors an unsuccessful slave revolt which took place in the Montserratian town of St. Patrick on March 17, 1768.

Hence, cultural ethos meets historic event, with a twist of carnival jocularity.

While St. Patrick’ Day

festivities can attract more revelers than the island can easily handle – it has only one hotel, a handful of guesthouses and B&Bs, and a collection of villas for rent – it’s a bastion of serenity the rest of the year.

Its north side (more about the south later) is lush, green and mountainous, with only one real tourist beach – more Dominica than the Dominican Republic – and that is its charm.

Uncrowded, unhurried and undeveloped in terms of social life, fine dining and myriad activities, Montserrat is for those seeking an offthe-beaten track destination with off-beat delights.

Its national dish is goat water, a thick goat meat stew, which, frankly, I wasn’t eager to try.

Its national pastime is cricket, which, frankly, I compare to watching paint dry.

One of its environmental causes is the plight of the Giant Ditch Frog, known on the island as a mountain chicken, which, frankly, doesn’t have the emotional impact of dwindling polar bear or tiger populations.

Still, sitting on my villa’s veranda in the morning and watching the sun

A reveler enjoys Montserrat’s St. Patrick’s Day celebration. The island is the only place outside Ireland that celebrates the day as an official holiday. rise over the island of Nevis in the distance, and watching again as the moon rose behind it in the evening, I found myself falling in love with Montserrat.

I fell in love with the people – the friendliest I’ve yet to encounter in the Caribbean – and I loved the feeling of having nothing special to do and no place special to go, taking each day as it came.

Someone else who fell in love with the island was Sir George Martin, the former manager of the Beatles, who died in March at age 94.

Martin came here in the 1960s and found such a peaceful haven, he opened an outpost of his London recording enterprise, Air Studio, here. It might have been peaceful when he first came, but soon the likes of Paul McCartney, Mick Jagger, Sting, Eric Clapton, Michael Jackson and Stevie Wonder began flocking here to record their albums and hang out with Martin at his home, Olveston House.

Air Studio is long gone, but Olveston House, an unassuming, typical Caribbean manor, is now a guesthouse and restaurant. I went one night for dinner and enjoyed roaming the house (admiring photos taken

by Linda McCartney) and the grounds (imagining Mick and Sting lolling by the pool in their Speedos).

Pompeii of the Caribbean Montserrat has not been without its share of natural disasters. In 1989, Hurricane Hugo pummeled the island, damaging more than 90 percent of its structures.

That was just a prelude, however, to what happened on July 18, 1995, when Soufriere Hills Volcano on the southern coast, which had been dormant for 400 years, suddenly started bubbling. Over the next few years, continuous activity led to the evacuation of the south coast.

At 3 a.m. Dec. 26, 1997,

the volcano finally blew its top. In less than 1 minute, 2.3 billion cubic feet of pyroclastic flow – fast-moving currents of hot gas and rock – burst from the dome and buried the capital, Plymouth, in ash.

By 2000, two-thirds of Montserrat’s population had fled.

Today, a visit to the Exclusion Zone, the Pompeii of the Caribbean as it’s known, is a must. The once stately Georgian buildings are in various stages of disintegration – some partially buried beneath the ash and some burned out, leaving only a shell.

Visitors are not permitted to wander on their own; they must get a permit and be accompanied by a guide who knows the area (booking a guide before arriving on the island is recommended, as the number of visitors is limited).

It’s also possible to go up to the Montserrat Volcano Observatory for a tour and to see the informative film. From the MVO’s observation deck, visitors get a panoramic view of the volcano, which continues to percolate.

“There’s still magma inside the volcano trying to get out,” observatory director Rod Stewart told me, adding that “there’s a 20 percent probability something will happen over the next year.”

I started to wonder if I should cut my tour short, but as Stewart seemed pretty sanguine about the whole thing, I decided not to worry.

While the Exclusion Zone has a lunar landscape, the rest of the island resembles the Emerald Isle with tropical foliage. Head to Jack Boy Hill for the scenic overlook; Little Bay, whose sheltered cove and lovely beach is pure postcard-Caribbean; and the botanical garden, located on the site of a former sugar plantation.

But mostly, just revel in the slow pace of life on a laid-back island of gentle waves, gentle breezes and gentle people.

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SAUK VALLEY FOOD BANK

The Fulton Chamber of Commerce recently had its quarterly Biz After 5 at Wilson’s Floral & Gifts, 1006 Fourth St., Fulton. Deb Schaver, the owner, greeted guests with their choice of sangria, iced tea, cream puffs, and popper wraps.

Carol Siefken (from left), executive director of Sauk Valley Food Bank in Sterling, and Dylan Devers and Luke Larson, employees, recently helped at the food bank. Every Monday and Thursday, residents at Sterling Towers and Civic Plaza I and II in Rock Falls receive fruit and miscellaneous food items, from the food bank. Photo submitted.

Guests stand in front of the display case with the floral creations Schaver designed for upcoming proms.

Details on techniques and products used to create the pieces were explained to various customers.

Fellow chamber members also were offered treats during the event.

CRAFT TIME WORK

IN BRIEF Therapist earns Astym certificate

Dealer of the Year.

American Truck Dealer, a heavy duty trucking OREGON – Chad Brink- magazine, and Procede software presented the mann, facility manager annual award during the and physical therapist at 53rd ATD Convention and Oregon Athletico Clinic, Expo, March 31- April 3 in 116 N. Third St., recently Las Vegas. comThe company is one of six pleted his full-service truck dealerships certificain eastern Iowa and western tion for Illinois. In 1998, Thomson Astym purchased Hawkeye Intertreatment. national Trucks, and has AccordChad expanded the business to ing to Brinkmann six dealerships, two Goodthe news year tire locations, four release, NAPA locations, and 300 Astym treatment is employees. designed to restore soft The dealership has earned tissues at the cellular level. several industry awards, It rebuilds and heals the including ONE Idealease, soft tissues of the body Navistar’s Circle of Excelthrough the regeneration lence, and ESGR Recipiof healthy soft tissues ent Favorable Employer of (muscles and tendons), and removal of unwanted Veterans. Thompson serves as a board member for the scar tissue that may be causing pain or movement Iowa Motor Truck Association. restrictions. Astym treatment was developed to target the actual cause of New advertising the pain rather than just manager at SVACC the symptoms. It does not involve injections or STERLING – Melissa surgery.

Vlakancic of Sterling joined the Sauk ValArea truck dealer ley Area Chamber award nominee of Commerce on STERLING – Dennis March Thompson, chairman 16, as the and CEO of Thompson Truck & Trailer Inc,. 23940 marketMelissa ing and Moline Road, was one of Vlakancic advertisfive nominees for Truck

ing manager.

Her duties will include promoting members, businesses, organizations, and chamber events, maintaining the SVACC website, and increasing member visibility through social media.

She was a promotions intern at Cumulus Media in Chicago and a sales representative at Sauk Valley Media in Sterling.

Lowell Park Trail part of 5K event DIXON – The fifth annual Make-A-Wish 5K Run-Walk will be May 14 at Washington School, 703 E. Morgan St. The Rock River Road Runners Circuit Race day registration is at 6:45 a.m., with the race at 8. Early registration also is underway. Go to makeawish5k.webs.com to register online or to print the form. The cost is $20 through April 30 and $25 thereafter.

The course begins and ends at the school, and includes Lowell Park Trail. Participants can run, jog, or walk through the tree-lined race trail.

Strollers are welcome.

Featuring chip timing, the course is fast and flat, with a water station.

Finisher medals will be

given for the top three male and female finishers in 5-year age categories.

Awards will be awarded to the overall top male and female finishers, as well as the overall top male and female Master’s (age 40 and up) Division winners. Awards and medals will be distributed at the conclusion of the race. Postrace festivities include food, music, a magician, and door prizes.

For more information, visit the website or Facebook at Dixon Make A Wish 5K.

Vice president earns promotion MINNEAPOLIS – Donaldson Co. Inc. has named Jeffrey E. Spethmann the senior vice president of industrial products, effective April 4.

Spethmann will be responsible for heading global strategy and execution within the company’s industrial segment, which includes industrial filtration solutions, gas turbine systems, and special applications.

He will report to Tod Carpenter, president and CEO. Donaldson’s has a plant in Dixon.

TOUCHDOWN PROCEEDS

Jenn Waters (left) and Irene Dyke work on an Easter vase during community craft time at Resthave Home in Morrison. The residents were able to use the vases to decorate their apartments. Photos submitted by Karla Burn.

Riley Dykstra shows her Easter vase, which she created during community craft time. The event is the third Thursday of each month. The public is welcome.

Citizens First Bank employees in Clinton, Iowa, donate to the Gateway After Prom event each time the Clinton High School River Kings make a first down during the regular football season. In April, they presented $825 to help the group with an after prom event. With the check are (from left) Liz Mink, Steve Clements, Helen Peters, Greg Farwell, Kris Wiersema, Georgia Cook, Gary Determan, Barb Olsen, Eddie Dunham, and Heather Farwell. The bank has a branch in Walnut. Photo submitted by the bank.

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Donna Lyons discusses Jon Wildman’s painting Tuesday during the Phidian Art Show’s award ceremony in Dixon. Lyons, a Dixon native, now resides in Colorado. Wildman earned an honorable mention for his piece, “Saskatoon in Bleach.” The show was held at the Loveland Community House and featured more than 70 works from artists 17 and older.

TOP TO BOTTOM: Among the entries in the show were Betty Predmore’s “Appalachian Trail,” Sydni Reubin’s “Over 100 Pages,” Sarah Mathew’s “Touched by the Sun,” Sarah Mathew’s “Fab Egge! Fab U!,” Dale Tulk’s “Last Call,” and Tracy Martin’s “Canadian Migration.”

Ulysses Jacobs of Sterling accepts the Ronald Reagan Presidential Award for best regional scene for his work, “Reagan Collage.” (inset)