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Jail not at fault in death Investigator: State standards not violated in release of Janet Sims

BY KATHLEEN A. SCHULTZ kschultz@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5535 @KathleenSchul10

Janet Sims was found dead in a Morrison cemetery on Nov. 26, 2014, 2 days after being released from the nearby Whiteside County Jail.

MORRISON – An investigator found state jail release standards were not violated when an inmate died in a snowstorm the day she was freed from Whiteside County Jail in November.

Janet Fay Sims was released Nov. 24 after serving 5 days of a 10-day sentence for trespass. She left the jail during the first bliz-

Inside stories SVM pieces together Janet Sims’ last days, from a variety of public documents. Page A9

Sims’ two sons say jail staffers had to have been aware of their mother’s problems. Page A9

zard of the season, and her body was found the next day in a cemetery a short distance away.

An autopsy concluded the cause of death was a heart condition, although Whiteside County Coroner Joe McDonald said hypother-

mia could not be ruled out.

Neither Whiteside County Sheriff Kelly Wilhelmi nor Administrator Joel Horn responded to several recent requests for comment about whether the jail’s policy on inmate releases had changed as a

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result of Sims’ death.

“As far as we’re concerned, the investigation is over,” Wilhelmi said in an interview on Jan. 9. “It’s a situation where we let [someone] out of jail, and unfortunately, this is what transpired.”

Sue Britt, chairwoman of the county’s Public Safety Committee, which oversees the Sheriff’s Department, said Friday that the County Board had not discussed the Sims incident.

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STERLING

3 years after fatal crash, family remembers Victim’s wife works toward improving motorcycle awareness

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Dixon in Bloom committee member Robin Canode is president of the Rock River Garden Club. Canode and other committee members are concerned that the city government might not come through on its commitment of $9,500 to expand the annual petunia project in Dixon. “Do you want to be the petunia capital of the world or not? If you do, you’ve got to step up and be part of the process,” Canode said.

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Gardeners concerned about clubs’ futures in Dixon christopher HEIMERMAN Heimerman is the Night News Editor at Sauk Valley Media.

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or one, the seed was planted when she was in sixth grade. Her compadre got it from her mother, whom she won’t dare visit without fresh flowers. Another, a local icon, dived in head-first after landscaping in D.C. And his partner in crime basically succumbed to the passion for gardening.

Robin Canode, Shirley Vivian, Terry Nichols and and Bill Ost, respectively, need

not rack Inside their brains Bloomin’ to tell you on the Rock how they returns to got into Dixon, A3 gardening.

Today, they make up the Dixon in Bloom board, which since 2012 had raised funds for, then carried out, the petunia basket planting in Dixon each year.

But as a sixth-grader, Canode, 63, blushed at her first brush while a member

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of Dixon Garden Echoes, a sub-group of Rock River Garden Club. Today, she’s the president of that club.

Vivian, 65, became an advocate as her two sons got older and she had more time. But she grew up gardening with her mom, 95-year-old Eileen Full, and always brings fresh samples when she visits Mendota Lutheran Home.

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STERLING – It’s been 3 years now since Sam Munz died.

It was a Tuesday, June 4, 2012, right around 7:45 p.m., and Munz, 53, was finishing a ride on his 1999 Santee motorcycle, westbound on state Route 40 in rural Sterling.

He stopped to make a left turn into his driveway when, all of a sudden, he was rear-ended by an SUV, police say. He died that night at CGH Medical Center.

His wife, Vicky Munz, now 52, was baby-sitting her granddaughters that evening when they heard the sirens.

Her younger granddaughter was asleep in a crib; Vicky and her older granddaughter were lying together in another bedroom, watching a movie.

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Heavy damage, 4 hurt in two-car collision

Arrest of Rockford man Thursday night followed police drug buy

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

DIXON – Police say that a Rockford man arrested on drug charges Thursday was one of the biggest heroin suppliers in the area.

Jeffrey L. Walker, 35, was arrested in the Dixon Walmart parking lot around 9:30 p.m. after an undercover agent bought $500 worth of heroin from Walker, Dixon Police Chief Danny Langloss said.

After the purchase happened, Langloss said, SWAT team members emerged from unmarked cars parked in the lot and swarmed

the man, who was unarmed.

Walker is charged with three felonies: unlawful delivery of a controlled substance, possession with intent to deliver Jeffrey L. Walker a controlled substance, and unlawful possession of a controlled substance. He also faces two minor charges: driving with a suspended driver’s license, and failure to properly secure a child under the age of 8.

When Walker was arrested, police say, his girlfriend and an unre-

strained 5-month-old were in his car.

Walker was taken to Lee County Jail, where he remained Friday afternoon on a $150,000 bond.

“We received information from numerous sources that he was one of the main suppliers for the Sauk Valley area,” Langloss said.

Langloss said that people from Dixon would travel to see him in Rockford to buy heroin, and that he would also come to Dixon to sell here.

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Legal case has gone on for 2 years FAMILY

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“She turned to me and she said, ‘Grandma, there’s a grass fire at your house,’” Vicky said.

“I said, ‘Well, Grandpa’s there; he’ll take care of it if something’s wrong.’”

There was no way that her granddaughter could have known anything was amiss at their home, Vicky said, which is why the story still gives her chills.

Friday morning, on the third anniversary of her husband’s death, Vicky Munz woke up and, at 10 a.m., went outside.

Her husband’s memorial, created with love by the family’s friends after he died, sat at the end of the driveway.

“I made sure it was all wiped down,” Vicky said.

“I made sure there were no weeds around it. I made sure it was mowed.”

She refreshed the flowers, and replaced some solar lights that her

granddaughters had put in.

The memorial had been a surprise for Vicky, from Sam their friends, Munz she said.

“I still love it,” she said. “Every time I pull in and out of my driveway, I look out my window, and I always get to see it.”

The woman behind the wheel of the 2005 Hyundai SUV that killed Sam Munz was Theresa Ruf, police say. She is facing two charges related to the accident: reckless homicide and failure to reduce speed.

The case has dragged on for more than 2 years.

Ru f c o u l d n o t b e reached for comment.

A bench next to the memorial is dedicated to motorcycle awareness. It has Sam’s photo on it; Vicky said that next year, that photo might change to the

Online extra To see a video Sam Munz’s memorial, find this story on saukvalley.com. face of another victim.

The accident, along with Sam’s death, has really motivated Vicky to become involved in the campaign for people to “Start Seeing Motorcycles,” as the signs say.

It’s been a cathartic experience for her.

“It helps you heal to know that you’re helping someone else, and maybe you do have one person open their eyes,” she said.

She, along with other people involved in the campaign, organize local motorcycle awareness rides.

She’s had patches and bumper stickers and decals printed. She has a big banner on the tin shed at her house.

“Everybody, I mean, there is not one person that doesn’t know somebody that was hurt on a

motorcycle, or killed, so it hits home with everyone,” she said. “It just happens so much, and it’s just because people are not looking. They’re looking, but they’re not looking for a motorcycle.

They’re looking for a car, or a truck.”

The Munz family has filed a civil lawsuit against Ruf for damages. That case, though, is on hold until criminal charges are dealt with.

Friday night, however, was not about that.

Vicky Munz planned to go see her daughter when she got home from work, and then together they would watch her granddaughter play softball.

Then, they’ll head to her son’s house, where they’ll eat, and sit in the backyard, and talk, and remember.

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POLICE Sterling Police Andrew D. Hayen, 28, of Sterling; 3:19 p.m. Thursday at West Third Street and Avenue E; speeding, 41 mph in a 30-mph zone; released with promise to comply.

Talia Rosas, 36, of Sterling; 11:53 p.m. Thursday at East Second Street and Sixth Avenue; no insurance; released with promise to comply.

Dixon Police Eva R. Smith, 45, of Dixon; 4:25 p.m. Thursday in the

mistakenly referred to Quinten Villarreal as an Eagle Scout. In fact, the Sterling High School senior is a Boy Scout trying to obtain the rank of Eagle Scout by building a pergola and a patio at Home of Hope Cancer Wellness Center in Dixon.

To donate to the project, call Quinten at 815-4419521. That number was incomplete in the article.

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1600 block of South Galena Avenue; retail theft; given notice to appear in court.

Nicholas R. Van Drew, 25, of Dixon; 7:50 a.m. Friday in the 100 block of North Galena Avenue; driving while license suspended; given notice to appear in court.

Ogle County Sheriff Latasha D. Burgess, 29, of Rochelle; Thursday; warrant for retail theft, warrant for failure to appear; given recognizance bond and notice to appear in court.

Christopher Baker, 24, of Stillman Valley; Thursday; warrant for failure to appear; given notice to appear in court.

Michael Sowl, 30, of Rockford; Thursday; warrant for failure to appear; given notice to appear in court.

Barry Jackson, 34, of Rockford; Thursday; warrant for failure to appear; given notice to appear in court.

Shane D. Albers, 24, of Rochelle; 10:15 p.m. Thursday in the 9,000 block of state Route 64 East; possession of a controlled substance, possession of marijuana, Ogle County warrant; taken to Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond.

David Lowtharp, 47, of Leaf River; 4:38 p.m. Thursday on West Fourth Street in Leaf River; domestic battery, aggravated battery, interfering with the 911 reporting of domestic violence; taken to Ogle County Jail and given notice to appear in court.

Dana M. Walker, 48, of Rochelle; Thursday; warrant for failure to appear; given recognizance bond and notice to appear in court.

Zachary J. Popp, 20, of Forreston; Thursday; burglary; taken to Ogle County Jail.

Boy, 17, of Mount Morris; Thursday; burglary; taken to a juvenile detention center.

State Police Demetrius K. Allison, 35, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; 11:35 p.m. Wednesday on Interstate 88 in Whiteside County; obstructing a peace officer, driving under the influence, child endangerment, no rear taillight; held at Whiteside County Jail.

Ana L. Allison, 36, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; 11:35 p.m.

Wednesday on Interstate 88 in Whiteside County; obstructing a peace officer; held at Whiteside County Jail.

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Club members would like to see younger people involved PEOPLE’S VOICE CONTINUED FROM A1

“The one thing you always take up to my mother is flowers from the garden,” Vivian said.

After he got out of the Navy, Nichols, 72, owner of the beloved-butrecently-closed Nichol’s Greenhouses, went to work as a landscaper in D.C. for his first wife’s uncle. Then the phone rang.

“One day, my dad called me and told me the greenhouse was for sale, so I flew back, flew back, and drove back,” Nichols said.

Ost’s chores as a child were to weed his dad’s big garden, and mow the acre on which it sat – while all the other kids played on the playground at the school nearby.

“I said I’d never have a garden,” said Ost, who’s in his 70s, a smile creeping into the corner of his mouth. “Well, over the years, I had a garden. I fell into gardening. I’ve got a little greenhouse – one I can put plants in, play with them, and see if I can make something else.”

So that’s how it started.

As I sat at a table with the board at Nichol’s Greenhouses, a question kept coming up: How do we keep it going?

More specifically, How do we get the community involved? With donations? With participation?

And what if the city doesn’t make good on the money the group was promised?

One at a time, please.

Petunias 110 The greenhouse has 110 pots popping with pink petunias. Within a week, $9,500 worth of hardware will arrive.

The posts were ordered because the previous Dixon City Council gave Dixon in Bloom the blessing to expand the petunia coverage along First Street, calling for the extra 110 pots, in addition to the 176 that are usually hung.

Back in 1960, Edward Carry – the gentleman who used to own Nichol’s Greenhouses – had the idea to plant petunias along the streets of Dixon, a tradition that shifted shapes over the next 55 years.

For decades, the flowers strictly went into the ground, lining many streets of Dixon, thanks to the financial and muscular backing of the Men’s Garden Club – not to mention those guys’ green thumbs. And over the years, it became the non-gender-specific Dixon Area Garden Club, mind you.

In 2003, the project expanded, doubling the cost and bringing the city in as a relatively equal partner.

A few years later, the flowers began falling victim to disease in the

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To get involved To donate to Dixon in Bloom, mail contributions to P.O. Box 127, Dixon, IL 61021.

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If interested in joining the Dixon Area Garden Club, visit dixonil.com/ gardenclub/membership.htm for more information, or to fill out an application. Or call 815-288-1227 or email dagc@grics.net for more information. soil and, in 2011 changes happened. The Rock River Garden Club took the reins, and the petunias went into hanging baskets. They were originally hung only on the bridges, but that expanded along Galena Avenue. And last year, for the 50th anniversary of the Petunia Festival, the city wanted petunias back in the ground, too.

In they went, and a couple of weeks later – well before the parade began – patches of flowers died.

Which brings us to 2015. More specifically, Canode says that 2 weeks ago, City Manager David Nord said the $9,500 to expand the project was still in the budget. After all, while groups like Dixon Main Street and Dixon Tourism, and projects like the boat docks, were hit with funding repeals by the new council, the governing body has said one-time costs will still be honored – like pots for the additional baskets.

So the Dixon in Bloom board waits for the city to sort through the myriad groups and projects with funding at stake. The silence is nerve-racking.

After all, the petunias, pots and fertilizer add up to about $15,000, which is covered by the Dixon Area and Rock River Garden clubs, as well as a generous anonymous donor. The city doesn’t pay a dime.

Except when it comes to the project it approved.

And if the city doesn’t pony up the $9,500, the bill becomes nearly $25,000 for a group relying heavily on the community’s support.

“Or maybe they aren’t going up,” Canode said.

‘Want to be the petunia capital of the world?’

Forgive Canode if she seems upset. The board is generally disgruntled with the fact that city officials are buried with compliments on the petunias they didn’t

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Dixon in Bloom committee member Terry Nichols said that once his business sells, he’ll relinquish his role in growing the petunias. plant, hang, or pay for.

Not to mention that Canode’s restaurant, That Place on Palmyra, just reopened Wednesday.

Now, to be fair, the city does budget the man hours to water the plants 6 days a week – as of last year. It used to be 3 days, and the plants suffered mightily.

But Vivian says there’s a perception that the project is funded by the city, rather than the pancake breakfasts, Christmas trees, and tickets to events that the garden clubs sell. And that, perhaps worse yet, it’s city employees who are getting the dirt under their nails.

“It’s kind of irritating that the city seems willing to accept compliments and everything, but they don’t really say who’s doing the work,” said Vivian, a retired teacher who spent 25 years in that line of work – 18 of them at Reagan Middle School.

“If it weren’t for our two garden clubs and an anonymous donor who contributes to this, we wouldn’t be able to do it.”

So maybe if folks knew the Dixon Area club maintains more than a dozen acres at Plum Creek Arboretum, and that the Rock River posse maintains many gardens around town, maybe they’d be inclined to chip in some cash.

“I think people would contribute, if they understood,” Vivian said.

Thus, Canode thinks the least the city could do is make good on a onetime investment.

“I mean, come on,” she

said. “Do you want to be the petunia capital of the world or not? If you do, you’ve got to step up and be part of the process.”

‘We’re getting tired’ Ost is worried. He’s no spring chicken. Neither is Nichols, who says once his business sells, he’ll finally relinquish his role in growing the petunias.

But he still enjoys it, right?

“Yeah,” he said, unconvincingly.

“That wasn’t a resounding yes,” Vivian observed.

“It interferes with pickle ball, doesn’t it?”

But the cold, hard reality is that garden clubs face the same trend churches and other service groups are up against: Families are busy, and participation numbers are dwindling.

“We’re getting old, and there’s no young people wanting to get into gardening,” Ost said. “People might say one of their hobbies is gardening, but you never see them at a meeting.”

If it was just gardening, it might be different.

“We’re getting tired,” Ost said. “Five days of flipping pancakes is hard work.”

Oh, and yes. Gardening is very hard work.

“Especially when you get on your knees and you can’t get up,” Ost said.

Maybe that’s a good way to pitch membership. It’s a workout, man. My wife and I run dozens of miles every week, but we treat gardening like strength training.

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Not only are the clubs trying to recruit new blood. They’re also scouting for new ideas – ways to make their hanging baskets better.

Truth be told, they often come up empty.

Vivian and her husband, Dick, often visit Lake Geneva, Wisconsin.

“He’ll say, Our baskets look much better than theirs,” she said.

Canode’s husband, Tom, returned from northwestern Iowa with a scouting report: no baskets as pretty as Dixon’s.

“If we’re someplace and there’s a hanging basket, you’ll find us looking up underneath it to see how it’s planted – to the embarrassment of our family members,” she said. “I did it on a bus tour in New York City – you know, the doubledeckers – I was up on top with my daughter, and we happened to stop at a post.”

She puts a sheet of paper over her face to demonstrate her daughter’s reaction.

“She was so embarrassed. But that’s how you learn.”

Canode has a veritable stable of young, strong dudes who help to hang the baskets – and that’s not just Tom and Dick.

Jokes aside, she’s blown away with the pride the young helpers take in the baskets.

“Even the young men who help us, they’re worried about, ‘Uh-oh, this one looks kind of sickly.

I wonder what’s the matter,’” Canode said. “Or they’ll see something in

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DIXON – Love the petunias? How about cocktails, a gourmet supper club-style dinner, and big band music?

If you checked yes to any of those options, you might want to pen Bloomin’ on the Rock on your calendar.

The second annual Dixon in Bloom fundraiser will be June 20.

Attendees can get not only great food and drink, they also can become better gardeners with pointers and goods from several vendors during the garden faire at the Old Settler’s Log Cabin on Lincoln Statue Drive. Tours of the historic site will also be offered. The faire will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It’s free and will feature bluegrass and folk music, and a barbecue picnic lunch and treats will be sold.

At 6 p.m., cocktails will be served along the riverfront on River Street, and at 7:30, a multicourse steak dinner catered by Life’s a Feast will be served. Ain’t Misbehavin’ will provide the tunes for dancing under the moonlight.

Tickets are $70 for the evening portion of the event. The evening event also will feature an auction for planted containers and wreaths created by organizers.

Proceeds will go toward the cost of the hanging petunia baskets that go up in the city each June.

Tickets are $70 and are sold at the Dixon Welcome Center, 83 S. Peoria Ave., and at Dezine 99, 711 N. Brinton Ave. Or call Debbie Nagy, 815-973-5091, Shirley Vivian, 815-6328055, or Robin Canode, 815-718-3709, for tickets or more information.

Or search for Bloomin’ on the Rock 2015 on Facebook.

Just be prepared to tip the baby-sitter, if you attend the evening event. According to the event’s website, bloominontherock.com, the event goes until “???”.

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We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude for the outpouring of community support. Your generous donations of time and resources have made our last year a very successful one. We could not have done it without you. We appreciate your dedication, and look forward to working with you next year in our continued efforts to provide vital resources to the homeless in our community.

Sincerely, The Board and Staff Twin City PADS

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OBITUARIES Leitha M. Drey

Paul E. Deininger AMBOY – Paul E. Deininger, 43, of Amboy, died Thursday, June 4, 2015, at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria.

He was bor n Nov. 26, 1971, in Galena, the son of Dick and Alys (Hampton) Deininger. Paul worked at E.D. Etnyre in Oregon and Best Manufacturing in Rochelle. Most recently, he worked as an administrator, metal fabrication for Nippon Sharyo USA in Rochelle.

He enjoyed coaching his son’s youth baseball teams, and was very active in his children’s lives. Paul married Michelle Howell on July 2, 1994, in Amboy.

Survivors include his wife of Amboy; children, Charles Deininger and BillieJo Deininger; his

parents of Galena; sisters, Susan Deininger of Wilson, North Carolina, and Sandy Deininger of Hanover; brother, Jim (Lisa) Deininger of Hazelgreen, Wisconsin; and special friend of the family, Nancy Miller of Galena.

He was preceded in death by a nephew, Stuart Deininger.

Visitation will be from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday at Mihm-Jones Funeral Home in Amboy. The funeral will be at 11 a.m.

Monday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Frank Brozenec officiating. Burial will be at Prairie Repose Cemetery in Amboy.

A memorial has been established.

Visit thejonesfh.com to send condolences.

Donald R. ‘Big Ed’ ‘Blue’ Matheny CAMBRIDGE – Donald R. “Big Ed” “Blue” Matheny, 62, of Prophetstown, formerly o f C a m b r i d g e, died Wednesday, June 3, 2015, at his home.

Donald Richard Matheny w a s b o r n Oc t .

22, 1952, in Kewanee, the son of Richard and Twyla ( Vincent) Matheny. He was educated in Cambridge schools and was a 1970 graduate of Cambridge High School. Don worked at the Admiral Plant in Galesburg when he got out of high school. He then moved to Arkansas for a few years, before moving back to this area. Don worked as a truck driver for area trucking firms.

He loved the outdoors, and enjoyed canoeing and collecting rocks and arrowheads.

Those surviving are two sisters and brothers-in-law, Doreen and Rick Allen of Geneseo

and Debra and Keith Bloomer of Davenport, Iowa; a brother, David Matheny of Cambridge; eight nieces and nephews; and 12 greatnieces and greatnephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and a sister-inlaw, Sue Matheny.

A celebration of life gathering will be from 2 to 10 p.m. June 21 at the Timber Campground, east of Cambridge. Cremation rites have been accorded.

Stackhouse-Moore Funeral Ser vices in Cambridge is handling arrangements.

Memorials may be made to the Donald M a t h e n y Me m o r i a l Fund in care of Debra Bloomer, 1936 W. 49th St . , D a v e n p o r t , I A 52806; or Doreen Allen, 518 S. Spring St. Geneseo, IL 61254.

Visit stackhousemoore.com to send condolences.

MORRISON – Leitha M. Drey, 84, of Morrison, died Wednesday, June 3, 2015, at Mercy Medical Center North in Clinton, Iowa. She worked at General Electric Co. in Morrison before her retirement in 1991.

Leitha was born March 12, 1931, in Dallas, South Dakota, the daughter of William A. and Mabel (Cornemann) Brown. She married Vernon B. Drey on Oct. 24, 1949, in Gregory, South Dakota. He preceded her in death on Oct. 8, 1987.

Leitha was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Morrison.

Survivors include two daughters, Coleen (Don) Bisgard of Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, and Roxanne (Jeffrey) Fish of Albany; one son, Roger (Sue) Drey of Morrison; one daughter-in-law, Linda

(Guy) Plumley of Davenport, Iowa; 15 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and one sister, Shirley Ann Beck of Winner, South Dakota.

She also was preceded in death by one son, Dudley; and six brothers, Willard “Rex,” Louis, Marlow “Jim,” Wayne, Russ, and Gary Brown.

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

Memorials have been established to the American Cancer Society and St. Mary Catholic Church.

Visit bosmarenkes.com to send condolences.

Joyce A. Mattingly STERLING – Joyce A. Mattingly, 63, of Sterling, died Thursday, June 4, 2015, at her home.

She was born Sept. 26, 1951, in Sterling, the daughter of Charles and Verna (Cardwell) Terry.

She married Wes Mattingly on March 30, 1973, in Rock Falls.

Survivors include her husband, Wes; her daughter, Jennifer (Josh) Shaw of Dixon; her son, Jason (Selena) Mattingly of Rock Falls; her sisters, Linda (Bill) Guinn of Sterling, and Julie (Kit) Strawbridge, Dee (Barry) Cox, and Christine Terry, all of North Carolina; her brothers, Wayne (Carrie) Terry of North Carolina,

Tom (Lori) Terry of Morrison, Chuck (Brenda) Terry and John Terry, both of North Carolina, Steve Terry of Rock Falls, and Michael Terry and Ivery (Michelle) Terry, both of North Carolina; her stepmother, Patsy (Near) Terry of North Carolina; and 10 grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a grandson, Mikey Paone; and two sisters, Norma and Donna.

Visitation will be from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Monday and the funeral at 10:30 a.m. Monday at McDonald Funeral Home & Crematory, 1002 12th Ave., Rock Falls, with the Rev. Dalmus Meeks officiating.

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FUNERAL SERVICES FOR THE WEEK Today’s visitations: Arthur Akridge Jr. of Rock Falls, 9:30-10:30 a.m. at McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls.

Alan R. “Al” Repass of Rock Falls, gathering of family and friends, 1-2 p.m. at McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls.

Today’s funerals: Jack Chappell of Rock Falls, 10 a.m. at McDonald Funeral Home in Sterling.

Curtis A. Miller Sr. of Ashton, 10 a.m. at Beverage Lyons Family Funeral Home in Ashton.

Arthur Akridge Jr. of Rock Falls, 10:30 a.m. at McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls.

Harley F. Arians, formerly of Morrison, 10:30 a.m. at Bethesda Lutheran Church in Morrison.

D. Eileen Davis-Nielsen of Sterling, 10:30 a.m. at Tampico United Methodist Church.

Phyllis J. Williar of Franklin Grove, 10:30 a.m. at Franklin Grove United Methodist Church.

Boyd “Bud” Melvin of Dixon, 1 p.m. at PrestonSchilling Funeral Home in Dixon.

Edith N. King of Sterling, open house, 2-4 p.m., 804 E. 16th St., Sterling.

Alan R. “Al” Repass of Rock Falls, 2 p.m. memorial service at McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls, with celebration of life and open music

jam at 5 p.m. at Moonlight Bay Marina in Sterling.

Jennifer L. Warren of Rock Falls, 2 p.m. celebration of life and balloon release at Lions Pavilion in Centennial Park in Rock Falls.

Rosalind Brown Wakem of Grand Detour, memorial service and concert, 4 p.m. at St. Peter’s Church in Grand Detour.

Sunday visitations: Norman E. Willey of Oregon, 1-5 p.m. at FarrellHolland-Gale Funeral Home in Byron.

Paul E. Deininger of Amboy, 2-6 p.m. at MihmJones Funeral Home in Amboy.

Leitha M. Drey of Morrison, 4-7 p.m. at Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home in Morrison.

Monday visitations: Joyce A. Mattingly of Sterling, 9:30-10:30 a.m. at McDonald Funeral Home & Crematory in Rock Falls.

Monday funerals: Leitha M. Drey of Morrison, 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church in Morrison.

Joyce A. Mattingly of Sterling, 10:30 a.m. at McDonald Funeral Home & Crematory in Rock Falls.

Paul E. Deininger of Amboy, 11 a.m. at MihmJones Funeral Home in Amboy.

Norman E. Willey of Oregon, 11 a.m. at Red Brick Church in Stillman Valley.

DeOnne J. Moser DIXON – DeOnne J. Moser, 78, of Dixon, died Wednesday, June 3, 2015, at Oregon Living and Rehabilitation Center.

DeOnne was born May 27, 1937, in Dixon, to Howard and Florence (Briscoe) Woodyatt. In her early years, DeOnne lived in Springfield and Kewanee before returning to Dixon, where she graduated from Dixon High School in 1955. She married Eldon Moser on Jan. 10, 1959, in Dixon.

DeOnne was a loving, generous mother and grandmother. She enjoyed traveling with her family and the Native American cultures of the western United States.

The years she spent at her second home in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, she enjoyed supper clubs, Friday night fish fries, and peaceful evenings in her backyard. All of

her dogs and granddogs were very special to her, particularly Hammie and Rocket. Some of her fondest memories were caring for Molly when she was first born.

She is survived by her husband; three daughters, Julie (Tom) Risen of Altoona, Wisconsin, and Becca Moser and Marianne (David) Biggs, both of Dixon; and one granddaughter, Molly Biggs.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Cremation rites have been accorded. A memorial service will be at a later date. PrestonSchilling Funeral Home in Dixon is handling arrangements.

A memorial has been established to Serenity Hospice & Home in Oregon.

Visit prestonschillingfuneralhome.com to send condolences.

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After runway fix: ‘The problem is bigger than concrete’ CHICAGO (AP) – Jetliners roared down O’Hare’s newest runway as Chicago officials cheerfully touted the latest piece of a decade-long overhaul as a tipping point that could cut delays in half and dramatically improve the reputation for bottlenecks at one of the nation’s busiest airports.

But in the year and a half since that celebratory event, delays have been even more common than in the 5 years before the strip opened, according to an analysis

by The Associated Press.

“It just shows the problem is bigger than concrete,” aviation consultant Michael Boyd said.

“It’s like building more on-ramps to a freeway that’s already congested.”

From the runway’s opening in October 2013 through this past March, nearly 28 percent of departures have been delayed, compared with 22 percent over the 5 previous years, according to the latest available data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics.

Arrival delays tracked a similar 6 percentage point increase, hitting 26 percent. The jump was dou-

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Chicago’s aviation department and Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s office billed the opening of runway 10 Center – 28 Center in 2013 as a game-changing moment in a massive decade-old project to modernize O’Hare’s airfield layout. But since then, delays have crept up. ble the national increase.

The poor results raise the prospect that the complexity and enormity of O’Hare, combined with its vulnerability to problems originating elsewhere in the nation’s air system, will sometimes swamp whatever performance gains come from the more efficient design that planners are etching into the 72-year-old airfield.

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them parallel, compared with seven crisscrossing runways before.

Passenger advocates say Chicago officials might have set the stage for disappointment by making specific, bold promises on delays.

“It’s easy to hype and raise expectations, and the unfortunate thing is that the people who make these promises are not the ones actually doing the work and may not even know just how hard the work is,” said Douglas Kidd, director of the National Association of Airline Passengers.

As O’Hare prepares to open yet another parallel runway this October, the data points to the risks of attaching promises to costly improvements at airports when performance depends to a large degree on a multitude of factors beyond anyone’s control.

WASHINGTON (AP) – A giant hack of millions of government personnel files is being treated as the work of foreign spies who could use the information to fake their way into more-secure computers and plunder U.S. secrets.

Federal employees were told in a video Friday to change all their passwords, put fraud alerts on their credit reports, and watch for attempts by foreign intelligence services to exploit them. That message came from Dan Payne, a senior counterintelligence official for the Director of National Intelligence.

“Some of you may think that you are not of interest because you don’t have access to classified information,” he said.

“You are mistaken.”

Federal officials said

Doris M. Celletti

Friday the cyber attack appeared to have originated in China, but they didn’t point fingers directly at the Chinese government. The Chinese said any such accusation would be “irresponsible and unscientific.”

“We know that the attack occurred from somewhere in China, but we don’t know whether it was an individual or a group or a nation-state attack,” said Rep. Jim Langevin, a Rhode Island Democrat and leading voice in Congress on cybersecurity.

He added, though that it had “all the hallmarks of a nation-state attack.”

White House spokesman Josh Earnest said he couldn’t divulge much while the case was under investigation.

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STATE BUDGET TALKS

Legislators get back to work on budget Divided government finds compromise difficult

BY PAM EGGEMEIER peggemeier@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5570 @pam_eggemeier

The state budget stalemate has lawmakers on both sides of the aisle in agreement on one thing – their frustration with a lack of compromise.

Democrats passed a plan that is more than $3 billion in the red, but it hasn’t made its way to Gov. Bruce Rauner because he and Republican leaders have said it won’t be signed.

The spring legislative session was to adjourn Sunday, but lawmakers were called back to come up with a spending plan before the July 1 deadline that could trigger Rauner’s threatened cuts to an array of government services.

State Reps. Tom Demmer, R-Dixon, and Mike Smiddy, D-Hillsdale, were back in session Thursday to address workers’ compensation, a key component of what has been referred to as the governor’s “turnaround agenda.” Rauner believes cuts to insurance premiums will help the state retain and attract businesses.

Democrats, led by House Speaker Michael Madigan and Senate President John Cullerton, had billed workers’ compensation reform as a compromise. The plan they pushed through Thursday, however, had no GOP support, and served to heighten budget tensions.

The Senate will be back in session Tuesday, but neither Demmer nor Smiddy is hopeful about a budget solution by July 1.

“There’s always a chance a deal can be struck, but

State Rep. Tom Demmer

State Rep. Mike Smiddy

I’m not very optimistic,” Demmer said. “Speaker Madigan and Cullerton have showed no willingness to negotiate.”

While Demmer is frustrated by the budget situation, he said he is excited by a new way of thinking the Rauner administration brings to state government.

“It’s nice to see some fresh perspectives in Springfield from the new team,” Demmer said.

“There are bold plans in place, but they are going to require honesty about where we are, and the ability to make tough decisions.”

The Dixon Republican said the more than $3 billion budget hole left by the Democrats is a classic “shame on me” scenario.

“That’s been the root of the problem for years, and then we end up in these crisis situations,” Demmer said. “You can’t keep doing things the same way and expect different results.”

Smiddy, who has been a vocal opponent of most elements of the “turnaround agenda,” said he is disappointed by the outcome of the spring session.

“No one is happy that there isn’t a budget both sides can agree on,” Smiddy said, “but unfortunately, we had to come up with something, and there was no compromise from the Republicans.”

While Demmer said he supports the pro-

business focus of the administration’s broader financial plans, Smiddy is among Democrats who see the agenda as a threat to the middle class.

“The administration talks about a willingness to compromise on the budget, but many of their proposals are part of the turnaround agenda, and aren’t related to the budget,” Smiddy said.

Rauner has announced cuts to many programs that would be instituted if the deadline for reaching a budget agreement isn’t met. Among those programs targeted are a home care program designed to keep seniors out of nursing facilities longer, and a child care program for low-income parents.

Other actions threatened by the administration are abandoning the proposed Illiana toll road project, a continued freeze on grants for parks, and the closure of museums and prisons.

Democrats have proposed tax increases as an alternative to some of Rauner’s budget cuts, but in return, the governor wants concessions to further his pro-business agenda.

“Decreasing the power of unions, limiting the negotiating power of teachers, not allowing strikes by government workers, and going after obligated payments to teachers’ pension plans and insurance – these are the issues that have been brought into the budget process,” Smiddy said.

Smiddy contends that many of the proposed cuts to human services would end up costing the state more in the long run.

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“With the home care, we’re talking about a $90,000 grant that could end up costing $3.5 million to institutionalize people instead of keeping them in their homes,” Smiddy said.

State Sen. Neil Anderson, R-Rock Island, said his first legislative session has been challenging.

“I’m the new guy in the chamber, and I have to say that the spring session has been frustrating,” said Anderson, successor to longtime 36th District Sen. Mike Jacobs.

Anderson agreed with

Demmer that the session was another case of the Democrats’ brand of business as usual in Springfield.

“Unfor tunately, the same people who controlled the Legislature for years have passed yet another unbalanced budget and refused to work in good faith to find places where we can compromise,” Anderson said.

The rookie legislator said he still believes that politics can take a back seat to the common good.

“I remain hopeful that we can come together

in a bipartisan way to find solutions to Illinois’ problems, and put people back to work,” Anderson said.

Demmer said the session did produce some bipartisan successes, which gives him a glimmer of hope regarding the tougher issues.

“Some bills passed with strong support from both sides of the aisle,” Demmer said. “Police body cams and criminal justice reforms are proof that we can come together and find solutions to problems.”

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‘World’s first’ laser projection mouse a miniature robot head

BY ANGEL SIERRA asierra@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5695 @_angelsierra

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If yes, then the world’s first projection computer mouse, ODiN Aurora, might be a good buy.

The project started on crowdfund website Kickstarter, exceeded an initial $50,000 goal, and recently eclipsed $100,000. Plans to ship worldwide by the end of the month remain on track.

ODiN is named after the Norse deity, and comes in black, silver and green, and has all the functionality of a regular mouse, according to its maker.

Cursor moves, leftand right-clicks, scrolls, drags, and zooms all are possible through hand movements.

A Zelda-inspired triangle appears at the top of the projected display, and is customized to perform any task on a flat surface.

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Rejoice: Netflix to remain ad free

On Monday, a collective scream was heard in the Netflix community after stories were shared online about advertising on its way to the popular provider – something it has never done.

Customers swamped social media with panic after news broke about the new video experiments, but Netflix, unlike rival Hulu, doesn’t run advertising.

It’s always been ad free, and it looks as if it will stay that way.

“No advertising is coming onto Netflix. Period,” said Netflix CEO Reed Hastings on Monday in a Facebook post, as he attempted to quell rumors and misinformation.

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Teens summon ‘demon’ in latest online craze What’s the next step after Harlem Shake and the ice bucket challenge?

Apparently, the summoning of demons.

Pop in on your teen kids right now and there’s a strong chance that cellphones are in hand, friends are giggling, and the group is crowded over a sheet of paper and a set of No. 2 pencils.

“Charlie, Charlie, can we play?” and “Charlie, Charlie, are you there?” begins an eerie chant in the newest social game that has gone viral among our country’s future leaders, the Charlie Charlie Challenge.

Widely circulated are videos of screaming teenagers, apparently spooked by pencils that

move under the power of paranormal energy, afraid that Charlie could be in the room. (Charlie is evil.)

It’s a throwback to the days of Bloody Mary, when kids would repeat the name in a dimly lit room in front of a mirror, but with a Ouija-esque personality to it.

Yes, they record it, and yes, they share it online.

Here is the set-up: Draw crosshairs on paper, and in the spaces created, write “yes, no, yes, no” in a clockwise pattern.

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EDITORIAL

Tackle the state budget first, not last F

or years, the Illinois General Assembly has put off approving a state budget until the very end of its spring session.

Then it becomes a rush job, receiving not nearly enough legislative oversight or public scrutiny before it wins approval by lawmakers eager to get out of Springfield.

So, how well has this procedure served the people of Illinois?

Very poorly.

Such a process has failed to confront Illinois’ chronic budgetary prob-

lems, as identified in a January column by Christopher Mooney, director of the Institute of Government and Public Affairs at the University of Illinois.

For decades, Mooney wrote, the state failed to fund employee pensions fully. That led to a massive pension deficit of $111 billion, as of the first of the year.

Also, the state used budget tricks to spend more money than it had, which Mooney called a structural budget deficit.

In essence, the state has long been overspending

What we think The Legislature again waited until the end of the spring session to approve an unbalanced budget, which arguably is unconstitutional.

Next time, tackle the budget first. its available resources, regardless of what the approved budgets had forecast.

As a result, the state has been unable to pay its bills on time because its true budget has been out of balance for years, despite tax increases.

Both government agencies and private vendors

have not been paid because the Legislature has spent more than it has taken in.

Illinoisans have seen their school funding system become terribly strained, prisons become vastly overcrowded, infrastructure crumble before their eyes, and human servic-

es become chronically underfunded.

A combination of spending cuts and tax increases is needed to get Illinois on the road to fiscal health.

How has the Legislature responded?

Last year, it approved a $35.7 billion budget with a deficit of about $1.8 billion. Then-Gov. Pat Quinn signed it into law.

Last weekend, it approved a $36.3 billion budget with a deficit of more than $3 billion. Gov. Bruce Rauner says he won’t sign it into law.

Rauner has called the

budget “phony” and a violation of the Illinois Constitution. Article VIII, Section 2, states, “Proposed expenditures shall not exceed funds estimated to be available for the fiscal year as shown in the budget.”

Compromise, civility and compassion are clearly needed to get Illinois out of its difficult financial mess.

And that takes time.

Next year, the Legislature and governor should tackle the budget first, not last, and focus on solutions, not politics.

THE READER’S VOICE

Maintain funds for dialysis treatments

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Let us know. Write your own letter to the editor and send it to: letters@saukvalley. com

SHEILA HOGENSON Dixon

As a licensed registered nurse for DaVita HealthCare Partners in Dixon, I believe taxpayers need to know that lives are at stake as lawmakers consider budget cuts affecting people who require life-sustaining kidney dialysis treatments.

In Illinois alone, more than 5,000 people who depend on the state’s Medicaid program as their insurance provider currently receive dialysis treatments.

But as lawmakers struggle to make a balanced budget, some are advocating for a savings of $30 million by eliminating access to dialysis treatments for some patients and reducing reimbursement rates for others.

Cutting services that provide life-sustaining treatment should not be a negotiable budget item.

When dialysis clinics can no longer afford to serve uninsured or underinsured patients, then publicly funded emergency rooms and hospitals will incur the much higher costs of treating these patients on dialysis.

I urge lawmakers to do the right thing and maintain funding for kidney dialysis patients.

Jim Morin, MorinToons Syndicate

Thank you for successful bucket brigade DAWN HARTMAN Rock Falls

Critical public health issue needs attention KIM MORREALE McAULIFFE Chicago

In direct contrast with the low-key profile of the “silent killer” known as Hepatitis C, legislation requiring primary care physicians to offer a one-time screening to baby boomers passed the Illinois General Assembly amid controversy and a passionate plea from members in both parties to put patients first.

I watched my father dwindle to a shell of himself and exist for the last year of his life fighting for the chance to live.

After he was diagnosed with cirrhosis, then liver cancer, our only hope was a liver transplant.

The cancer spread to the rest of his body followed by organ failure. The rest

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was in God’s hands.

The Illinois State Medical Society is trying to make this legislation about something it’s not.

SB 661 is not about doctors. It’s about patients being empowered to make educated decisions about their health.

Their latest move is to convince Gov. Rauner that Illinois cannot afford to sign this legislation because it will cost taxpayers too much money.

Really? High-risk groups are identified so there’s a targeted plan for screening. There’s a 99 percent

effective $20 finger-prick blood test; 98 percent of patients can be cured.

This should be the end of the debate.

The Medical Society says, “Doctors are the experts and shouldn’t be told what to do.” While physicians are an invaluable asset to society, they have failed us in this case. We know this because despite simple and reliable screening and breakthrough treatment options, 75 percent of patients don’t know they are infected.

Diagnosing and treating

THE FIRST AMENDMENT

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

O n M a y 2 3 , PA D S Homeless Shelter held a bucket brigade in Sterling.

I want to give a big shout-out to the 10 to 12 Newman boys who helped us by staffing most of the brigade. They were more than willing, and even had fun doing it.

Also, the Sterling firefighters were very helpful with orange cone pickup and drop-off. A great thank you to the public for donating to this community service.

Because of this awesome help, this was a very successful event in providing for the homeless folks in our two towns. Thanks again.

Note to readers: Dawn Hartman is the board president of the PADS Homeless Shelter.

Hepatitis C will prevent cancer, irreversible liver damage, organ failure, transplants, and countless other medical conditions. We cannot afford to ignore this public health crisis.

It’s a no-brainer for patients and an overall cost savings for Illinois.

Note to readers: Kim Morreale McAuliffe is president/CEO of MorANNA A. HATZIPANAGIOTIS reale Communications, Mount Morris and a member of the Hepatitis C task force and The Rock River Censtate-appointed chair- ter has many worthwoman of advocacy and while, free programs. It’s a shame not to attend education.

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and keep up to date and sharp on such matters.

Quilting is every Monday at 9:30 a.m., insurance and Medicare on June 11 at 11 a.m., and cards and dominoes Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m.

Vintage Voices is at noon June 24, with a free financial literary class series in July, birthday potluck the second Tuesday at 11 a.m., a Vietnam combat veteran will discuss his new book on June 15 at noon, pool daily at 8:30 a.m., and Stump Jumpers meet every month, transported by bus to a different location.

Memories meets the t h i rd We d n e s d a y a t 10 a.m., whittling at 9 a.m. Tuesdays, Living Well with Diabetes the first Wednesday at 6:30 p.m., book club second Wednesday at 12:30 p.m., cancer support group fourth Thursday at 4 p.m., as well as Dr. Nelson the fourth Tuesday at 10:30 a.m., with very interesting health issues.

On May 25 at the VFW, a Memorial Day ceremony was held, with no parade due to rain. It was very crowded, and the young Webelos and Boy Scouts brought chairs for everyone.

The Oregon High School Band did a great job with the patriotic songs and anthem. Chaplain John very aptly paid tribute to all veterans who made the supreme sacrifice and read the names of 22 Vietnam and four Iraq/ Afghanistan veterans who made the most recent military sacrifices.

He also covered the intricate details of the soldiers who stand guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, details I was not at all familiar with and the fact that no smoking or drinking ever was permitted by them.

The potluck following was plentiful.

I could not begin to name all the people who did so much for this occasion, but I want to thank them all. It was great.

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SECOND OPINION

Hard to be Republican in Democratic state I

f you haven’t heard from Illinois’ junior senator for a while, you will soon.

You might already have seen his TV ads – for an election that is still 17 months away.

He needs your help.

Boy, does he need your help.

And he’s counting on you to help him get the job done.

He’ll be in touch.

IF YOU HAVEN’T heard from Illinois’ governor for a while, you will soon.

You will likely start seeing his TV ads – about a state budget that is due in less than 4 weeks.

He needs your help.

Boy, does he need your help.

And he’s counting on you to help him get the job done.

He’ll be in touch.

MARK KIRK AND Bruce Rauner have a lot in common.

And not just their money to buy TV ads.

Both are Republicans who won office in an “off year” election – meaning the presidential race wasn’t on the ballot, which means a lot in this state.

Both can expect great difficulty in achieving

any long-term political success in this heavily Democratic state.

And neither has a future in Illinois politics unless he can inspire the public to support him.

Thus, their high-profile public relations campaigns with the TV ads.

And even that might not be enough.

HOW HIGH A HURDLE does Kirk face in his 2016 campaign for a second term in the U.S. Senate?

Consider that the last time an Illinois Republican won a Senate seat in a presidential election year came when a Republican president won re-election.

No, not Bush in 2004.

Not even Reagan in 1984.

Try Nixon in 1972, when Charles Percy won the second of his three 6-year terms.

Percy failed in his attempt for a fourth term – even though Reagan took more than 56 percent of the Illinois vote while easily winning reelection in ’84.

That’s a high hurdle.

YOU WILL REMEMBER 2010 as a good year for Republicans.

Kirk won a close race, which is how Republi-

larryLOUGH Larry Lough is executive editor of Sauk Valley Media.

Contact him via email at llough@ saukvalley. com.

cans win statewide elections in Illinois.

Obviously, 2016 will be different, with any Democratic presidential candidate likely to take this deep blue state by double digits.

That’s why Kirk is considered the most vulnerable Senate Republican to seek re-election next year.

His current TV commercials tell of his courageous recovery from a serious stroke he suffered barely a year into his term, and it is an inspiring story.

His record through five terms in Congress, and then in the Senate, establishes him as a political moderate.

Being a centrist is pretty much a requirement for a Republican to win in Illinois, but it also invites a challenge from the party’s far-right wing, which will put up a pri-

mary election candidate against Kirk only if it is more interested in making noise than keeping the seat.

Under some unforeseen circumstances, Kirk could win re-election.

But don’t bet on it.

HOW WILL RAUNER avoid being a one-term governor?

Of course, Republican governors have served more than one term, as recently as Jim Edgar, who was elected twice in the 1990s.

His predecessor, Republican Jim Thompson, served four terms.

But that was last century, and the political dynamics of Illinois (and the nation) are different today.

Rauner is living – politically speaking – on borrowed time, so his “turnaround agenda” better work.

He seems confident that it will. Why else push his conservative initiatives so aggressively when he doesn’t have the votes in the heavily Democratic Legislature to pass anything?

Compromise, he says.

Maybe it will work.

WHAT DID HE ASK the veto-proof Democratic

majorities to enact?

Term limits and redistricting reform?

Those are issues of a political minority trying to erode its electoral disadvantage. Good luck with that.

Property tax freeze?

Popular with taxpayers – not so much with politically connected local officials (many of them Republicans) whose budgets already are challenged by state funding cuts.

Legal “reform”?

A corporate-driven issue that makes the public yawn.

Workers’ comp insurance limits?

Labor unions are supposed to feel better about this since Rauner dropped his idea about “right to work” zones.

This doesn’t appear to be an agenda the governor can get voters to rally around.

What else he got?

NO COMPROMISE was possible during the regular legislative session, so into overtime we go to build a “balanced” state budget.

Rauner and Democratic leaders have both proposed unbalanced budgets, each one billions of dollars short on income.

What revenue enhancement do you prefer: Income tax? Service tax?

Millionaires tax?

In a non-binding referendum last November, more than 63 percent of voters liked the idea of levying a tax ... er, “surcharge” on incomes more than $1 million.

Despite that public sentiment, House Speaker Mike Madigan wasn’t able to keep his supermajority together and fell three votes short on a resolution to put a constitutional amendment (for a graduated income tax) on the 2016 ballot.

Illinois can’t wait that long to fix its problems.

Rauner thinks he can withhold his support for a tax increase – while cutting funds for programs that mostly serve likely Democratic voters – until Democrats buy into some of his reforms.

The governor’s proposed ad program aims to persuade voters to pressure Madigan to give in.

Although he has the likely votes to do what he wants, Madigan would prefer bipartisan support for a tax increase so that Republicans can share the blame for budget cuts and new taxes – and the state needs both.

Pick your poison, boys.

their diet mainly consists of rodents.

It’s a shame that despite the myriad problems facing Illinois, some lawmakers chose to make passing this inhumane bill a priority – placing the interests of those who enjoy killing for killing’s sake and want to profit off bobcat pelts above the vast majority of people in the state who want to maintain the policy of protecting animals just slightly

larger than a common house cat. Most of these animals will languish in steel-jawed leghold traps before being bludgeoned to death.

Gov. Rauner needs to know that his constituents are opposed to this bill. Please call the governor at 312-814-2121, and ask him to veto HB 352.

Note to readers: Wayne Pacelle is the president and CEO of The Humane Society of the United States.

THE READER’S VOICE

Apologizes for inaccuracies in recent letter TRACEY MONTGOMERY Dixon

I would like to apologize to the Dixon community and Dixon Main Street for my inaccuracy in my most recent letter to the editor (“Government needs greater professionalism,” The Reader’s Voice, June 4).

I did not have my facts straight, as I thought the white tents on the Riverfront were another attempt at a farmers market concept as they tried last year.

I was very wrong as I was unaware of the city

market project that was going on. I have heard a number of highly positive comments about this endeavor, and I have to give credit where credit is due.

Good job, Dixon Main Street.

I have been personally invited to the city market event to experience it for myself, and for that I am very grateful.

Once again, I hope you will accept my sincere apology.

I also would like to donate some printing to Dixon Main Street as an act of support and to help show that Creative Printing has had a change of heart, and we want to show it on their next project.

Veto bill that would legalize bobcat hunting WAYNE PACELLE Washington, D.C.

It was an embarrassing day for rational and enlightened debate when, on the final day of the legislative session, Illinois lawmakers passed a bill to open a trophy hunting and trapping season on the state’s still-recovering bobcat population.

Although HB 352 was initially voted down, political arm-twisting by downstate legislators prompted a dozen lawmakers to flip-flop and secure enough votes to

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And to what end? Who is benefiting from this slaughter?

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Sims ‘did not inform jail staff of any medical or mental health issues’ JAIL

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History of mental illness Sims, who turned 65 the day of her release, had a history of mental illness and lived in Sterling. Her sons, who did not know she had been jailed, were angry that she had been released in bad weather, and that no one had called them to pick her up, as jail staff had done in the past.

Nicole J. Wilson, spokeswoman for the Illinois Department of Correc-

tions, said in an email that Whiteside County Jail was not required to report her death to the state because Sims did not die while in custody. Therefore, “it is not the IDOC’s responsibility to determine if Whiteside County Jail should be held liable for Ms. Sims’ death.”

“IDOC also cannot comment on your questions as to whether the correctional officers and other staff at the Whiteside County Jail should have recognized, screened, or recommended treatment for a mental illness, as that would be for mental health experts to form

an opinion upon,” Wilson wrote. “Further, there was no information as noted in JDSU’s Report of Investigation that indicated mental illness contributed to Sims’ death.

According to the official autopsy conducted by the Whiteside County coroner, Ms. Sims died of a heart condition.”

Nonetheless, IDOC’s Office of Jail and Detention Standards Unit, which oversees county jails, “made a discretionary determination to conduct an investigation limited to whether the jail followed the release procedures as outlined

at Title 20 Ill. Adm. Code Section 701.60 of the Illinois County Jail Standards,” Wilson wrote.

Department of Corrections investigates IDOC investigator Michael Leathers interviewed Sheriff Kelly Wilhelmi and jail Administrator Lt. Tim Erickson.

According to Leathers’ report, dated Feb. 23: Sims was released around 7:30 a.m. but remained “in the lobby.”

Around 9 a.m., Erickson asked her whether some-

one was coming to drive her home; Sims replied that she had no one to call, and asked whether she could leave.

Erickson told Sims he couldn’t hold her. He said she pointed to Sullivan’s grocery across the street and said she was going to go there, then left.

Wilhelmi told Leathers that jail staff does not provide rides home for liability reasons, and that signs at the jail note that it is a winter warming center, meaning anyone is welcome to stay to keep warm.

Leathers concluded that no violation of jail standards had occurred

because Sims “did not inform jail staff of any medical or mental health issues” while being booked; because “jail staff and documentation indicate that Sims did not display any indications of mental illness or request medical or mental health treatment during her confinement”; because she had no medication at the time she was booked, and didn’t ask for any; and because, at the time of her release, she “would not provide contact information of someone to transport her home.”

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WEEKEND ENTERPRISE | WHITESIDE COUNTY

Piecing together her last days Sims moved to holding cell after ‘freaking out’

BY KATHLEEN A. SCHULTZ kschultz@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5535 @KathleenSchul10

Note to readers: The last days of Janet Fay Sims’ life, and events subsequent to her death, have been pieced together from a variety of public documents, including a report from IDOC’s Office of Jail and Detention Standards, court records, and various interviews, some obtained through requests under the state’s Freedom of Information Act. Neither Whiteside County Sheriff Kelly Wilhelmi nor County Administrator Joel Horn responded to several recent follow-up questions and requests for comment.

MORRISON – It was a misdemeanor conviction for trespass. She had caused a ruckus at the Rock Falls McDonald’s on July 29.

For that transgression, she pleaded guilty in November and was sentenced to 10 days in Whiteside County Jail.

It turned out to be her death sentence.

Janet Fay Sims had suffered from bipolar and schizoaffective disorders for more than 30 years, and had been in and out of the local hospital – and in and out of jail – for the 18 months before her death, her family said.

In fact, according to a report written Nov. 27

by Whiteside County Sheriff’s Lt. John Booker, the lead local investigator into her death, Sims had had 87 contacts with police agencies, mostly Rock Falls P.D., in “past years.”

It also wasn’t her first stint in the county lockup. Just 4 months before, on July 7, she’d been sentenced to 2 weeks for misdemeanor battery after getting into a dust-up with a neighbor.

That time, according to her son, 42-year-old Jamie Richards of Lyndon, jail staff had called him to come get her – she was in the throes of her disease, throwing food, ripping up the bed sheets, he said.

‘She started freaking out’ On Nov. 19, Sims was sentenced to 10 days in jail after pleading guilty in Whiteside County Court to misdemeanor trespass. She was booked in around 3:20 p.m.

In a memo about the day’s activities dated Saturday, Nov. 22, Cpl. John Willhite noted: “Had to move Sims out of H block today. She started freaking out thinking everyone hated her. We moved her to holding as nowhere else to put her. She is T/S [time served] on Monday morning,” meaning she was scheduled for release that day.

That same memo includes notations on another inmate who other inmates thought was suicidal. Jail staff spoke with that inmate “at length,” notified a doctor of the measures they were taking to monitor her, and when the inmate said she was not thinking of hurting herself – was simply depressed because the state had taken her children away – had her sign a statement to that effect.

It was a Saturday, and the doctor told the staff he planned to talk with her on Monday.

Sims spent the rest of her stay in the holding cell.

There is no indication that a doctor had been notified of her behavior, nor was she seen by a doctor while at the jail.

Photos by Philip Marruffo/pmarruffo@saukvalley.com

Don (left) and Jamie Richards (right) talk about their mother, Janet Sims, in a break from working to clean out her Sterling apartment days after she died after being released from Whiteside County Jail during the first snowstorm of the season.

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At 7:30 a.m. Nov. 24, Sims was let out of her cell. She had served 5 of the 10 days for trespass and was being released per the state’s day-forday policy for nonviolent offenses.

During her stay, she had no visitors and made no phone calls.

The 24th was her 65th birthday. It was the first big snowstorm of the season, and the wind was blowing fairly hard, about 35 mph. She was 15 miles from her home, a small apartment on East Third Street in Sterling, where she had lived a short time after being kicked out of her longtime apartment in Civic Plaza in Rock Falls, her family said. In May, court records show, she had pushed another resident during a fight, which led to the battery conviction.

For about an hour and a half after she was released from her cell, Sims hung around the jail-floor lobby – not the public lobby, but one on the lower level, near the kitchen and the holding cell. Around 9 a.m., Lt. Tim Erickson, the jail administrator, asked her whether someone was coming to pick her up.

She told him she didn’t have anyone to call.

“Can I leave?” she asked him.

Erickson told her she was free to go – he couldn’t hold her without a court order.

(According to state law, to rescind day-for-day and hold an inmate for the full sentence, the inmate would have had to commit a serious offense while in the jail, and law enforcement would have to file a disciplinary report, then get a judge to order the full sentence be served.)

State police investigate Erickson told a state investigator that Sims pointed to Sullivan’s grocery across the street, said she was going over there, then took off, headed in that direction. She left through the lowerlevel door. It’s not known whether she ever made it to the store.

About 30 hours later, around 3 p.m. Nov. 25, deputies responding to a call “found a deceased older female lying in the snow” in a wooded area just north of Grove Hill Cemetery, according to a news release the sheriff’s department sent to media around 10 a.m. the 26th.

The cemetery, it turns out, also is just a few blocks north of the jail, and the grocery. Sims had climbed over a barbed wire fence that separates the grounds from a wooded area, and died under a fallen tree. A hunter made the 911 call after finding her body in the northwest corner of the cemetery.

The Sheriff ’s Department called in State Police crime scene investigators, which is stan-

dard procedure. When authorities don’t know for sure the cause or manner of death – whether foul play is involved – a scene is processed as if it is a homicide, just in case.

There was “a slight vertical mark” on her forehead, as if she might have hit the tree, CSI Bethe Hughes noted in her report.

Despite the cold, Sims had shed her coat and gloves. A knit hat was found in her left coat pocket. She was wearing a black-and-tan sweater, jeans, a pair of thermal underwear, and black boots.

Her black purse was found inside the cemetery, near her coat. In it was a driver’s license, a wallet, a pair of glasses, a check from the Circuit Clerk’s office, keys, some grooming items, and 98 cents.

Cause of death: enlarged heart According to Whiteside County Coroner Joe McDonald, forensic pathologist Dr. Mark Peters performed an autopsy the next day and ruled the official cause of Sims’ death as cardiac arrhythmia, caused by cardiomegaly resulting from left ventricular hypertrophy – in layman’s terms, an irregular heartbeat caused by an enlarged heart.

However, Peters could not rule out hypothermia, which is a fatally low body temperature, he said in his report.

And shedding clothing is a sign of hypothermia – disorientation caused by slowing brain activity sometimes prompts paroxysmal undressing, in which the person discards clothing.

Toxicology findings were negative for alcohol or drug abuse, he wrote.

She was ‘talking all crazy’ According to a jail incident report written around 8:30 p.m. Nov. 27, 3 days after Sims’ release, inmate Allison Dragojevich had called the control room on Nov. 22, the day Sims was removed from H block, asking for

a guard because Sims was “talking all crazy.”

According to a report by Deputy Jill Grunder: “While talking to the girls in H Block, Allison Dragojevich asked me about Janet Sims,” Grunder wrote.

“Allison asked if Janet was still here or did she go home. I said yes she was released time served but she never made it home. I stated that she had passed away. I told her that I didn’t know the details but she was found outside.

“Allison and another inmate named Alejandra Velazquez did not believe what I had told them. I asked them why they did not believe me. Allison stated that while Janet was in the cell block with them, Janet was telling them that they were all going to die and that Janet was going to die first from freezing to death. Then the rest of them would die also.

“Allison also stated that Janet was trying to get Kelly Fritz to choke Janet and kill her. Allison stated that when [Sims] started talking all crazy, that is when she called the control room and told them to get a guard down there.

“The deputies on duty that day went down there and removed Janet Sims from H block, and she was escorted to Receiving 1, where she spent the rest of her stay here at WHCO Jail.”

In his report dated Feb. 23, Michael Leathers, an investigator with the Jail and Detention Standards Unit of the Illinois Department of Corrections, said that after interviewing Sheriff Kelly Wilhelmi and Erickson that the jail had not violated state jail release standards.

Leathers wrote that he came to that conclusion because Sims didn’t tell jail staff she was mentally ill and did not display any indications of mental illness or request medical or mental health treatment while in jail; because she would not provide contact information so she could get a ride home; and because the cause of death was ruled an enlarged heart.

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BY KATHLEEN A. SCHULTZ kschultz@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5535 @KathleenSchul10

STERLING – She’d left on her own accord, died outside police custody, and the cause of death was an enlarged heart.

She’d caused some trouble in lockup, but did her behavior rise to the level of obvious mental illness? Should she have been seen by a doctor before she was released from jail?

Would it have mattered?

Janet Sims had two sons – Jamie Richards, 42, who lives in Lyndon, and Don Richards, 46, who lives in Rock Falls – and other family members, including her elderly mother, who also live in the area.

Jamie hadn’t seen his mom in a while, he said, and didn’t even know she was in jail. She didn’t drive, didn’t work, didn’t have a phone, and lived off Social Security. Her illness made it hard for family to keep in touch, and so, with her birthday coming, the boys were getting her a cellphone, he said.

They are convinced that, given her recent history, her mental illness – Sims was bipolar with schizoaffective disorder – would have been obvious by her behavior.

“She must have been climbing the walls,” Jamie Richards said.

He based that assessment on recent experience.

Although Sims was diagnosed three decades ago, she had long periods – years sometimes – when she

had no symptoms.

Her family had been a stabilizing force. Then her dad, Robert Royer of Harmon, died in May 2009. More recently, her mom, Doris, who helped keep her on track, began to decline, and developed dementia. About 2 years ago, she moved to Dixon to live with one of Sims’ sisters.

That’s when Sims really went off the rails, Richards said. Adding to the stress: She and her longtime boyfriend had recently split.

She’d been in and out of CGH Medical Center, he said, but the treatment didn’t stick. “They’d keep her, like, 4 days, and then they’d send her home, unwell. ...

“There was just no system in place to get her help. No one could force her to stay for 30 days or whatever it took to get her well.”

When her illness took hold, she was loud, belligerent, not at all easy to communicate with.

She’d stay up all hours, walk around a lot.

“She did a lot of things that weren’t in her character,” Richards said.

It hadn’t always been that way, he said.

Although all her life she had had little to offer in the way of material goods, his mom would help anyone she could, any way she could.

This was only her most recent stint in jail.

The time before, a few months earlier, staff called him to come get her – she was throwing food, ripping up the bed sheets, he said.

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Donnie Richards (left) and his brother, Jamie, talk about their mother, Janet Sims, at her apartment in Sterling shortly after her death in November. They are convinced that, given her recent history, her mental illness – Sims was bipolar with schizoaffective disorder – would have been obvious by her behavior to staff at the Whiteside County Jail. “She must have been climbing the walls,” Jamie Richards said. Sims’ body was found in a cemetery near the jail, one day after she was released during the first snowstorm of the season.

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He can’t imagine it wasn’t the same this time.

Staff must have known she was ill, he said.

“She was out of her mind in the jail – there’s no question about it.”’

If that’s true, Whiteside County Jail has written procedures for handling such inmates.

According to the Whiteside County Jail Standard Operating Procedure manual, if staff observes an inmate exhibit symptoms of mental illness, the shift supervisor on duty is to be told, and is to interview the inmate personally to assess the need for mental health services.

Inmates who are violent or dangerous are put in a cell alone “while waiting for mental health attention.”

The manual also includes a list of signs and symptoms of possible mental illness. Among them: exaggerated mood swings, extreme depression, neglect of hygiene, intense anxiety or exaggerated levels of fear in the absence of any real danger, inappropriate emotional responses, hallucinations and delusions of persecution.

The Joint Committee on Administrative Rules (www.ilga.gov/commission/jcar/) is a bipartisan oversight committee responsible for, among

Don Richards grabs his mother’s Bible as he and his brother, Jamie, clean out her apartment in Sterling. other things, establishing codes to make sure state laws, including the Illinois County Jail Standards Act, are being properly implemented.

It mandates what medical and mental health care must be provided.

Among its requirements: • Correctional officers must receive mental health training once a year that includes recognizing verbal and behavioral cues and other symptoms of mental illness.

• Detailed records of all treatment and medication given are to be kept.

• Anyone detained is to be given a medical screening within 14 days.

Upon discharge, each inmate is supposed to get a physical examination.

Mentally ill inmates are supposed to be given a list of local community mental health resources and phone numbers upon their discharge.

Sims apparently was isolated from the rest of the population her last few days in jail for behavioral issues, for “freaking out thinking everyone hated her,” jail staff reported.

Whiteside County Sheriff Kelly Wilhelmi has not responded to requests for an explanation as to why that behavior warranted removal from her cell block, or to questions about whether jail staff were aware of her mental illness.

Michael Leathers, an IDOC investigator who interviewed Wilhelmi and jail Administrator Lt. Tim Erickson, ruled that that jail did not violate state standards because Sims “did not inform jail staff of any medical or mental health issues” while being booked; because “jail staff and documentation indicate that Sims did not display any indications of mental illness

or request medical or mental health treatment during her confinement.”

Even if Sims was not showing obvious signs of her illness, “what bothers me the most is that this could have been prevented with a ride home,” Richards said. “I just don’t understand how anyone can take someone with a mental illness and send them out the door in a snowstorm and just tell them good luck.”

Wilhelmi has said his department does not provide rides for liability reasons.

The state code makes no mention of allowing or prohibiting law enforcement agencies from providing rides to discharged inmates.

If only she’d have wandered in the other direction, toward a public place, toward Route 30 and the downtown, maybe someone would have seen her and called the police, Jamie said.

She might have been arrested again, perhaps saving her life.

The illness is not how Richards wants his mother remembered.

“She’d been sick so long that a lot of people who knew her just knew the sick side of her,” he said.

“She was the perfect mother, ever since I was a kid.

“She was just the best mother she could ever be. ... For it to have ended this way, it’s ridiculous.”

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Additionally, the coroner indicated through a news release that Sims had died from a heart condition, Leathers wrote in his report.

He also noted that Whiteside County Jail policy dictates that all inmates get a list of community

mental health resources, which supersedes state standards that only mentally ill inmates get a copy.

Sims, however, was not given a list, according to information provided by County Administrator Joel Horn as a result of a Freedom of Information request, and no copy was noted among the items that State Police crime scene investigators found

with her body.

Asked in a subsequent email whether the investigator knew that Sims had not been given a copy of the resources when he wrote his report, and whether that would have changed his decision on the jail’s compliance with state standards, Wilson replied that “the IDOC has no further comment on the case.”

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The Leathers report, which Sauk Valley Media obtained through another Freedom of Information request, noted three attachments: Sims’ booking report, the Whiteside County Jail discharge form, and an SVM article.

Along with the report, the discharge form and a copy of the community mental health resources guide was provided to SVM.

SPRINGFIELD (AP) – Happy hour drink specials have been banned in Illinois since the late 1980s, but they could make a comeback under a measure awaiting the governor’s signature.

The Culinary and Hospitality Modernization Act, sponsored by Democratic Rep. Sara Feigenholtz, would restrict the deals to 4 hours a day and prohibit them after 10 p.m. The bill still would ban volume specials, such as twofor-one deals.

The measure passed the state House and Senate and now needs the approval of Gov. Bruce Rauner to become law.

A representative with Rauner’s office told the News-Gazette and The Associated Press that he’ll “carefully consider” any legislation that’s sent to him.

Supporters of the mea-

sure, such as the Illinois Restaurant Association, say the happy hours will produce more tax revenue for state and local governments through increased alcohol sales.

Illinois is just one of a dozen states that ban the specials. Over the years, bar owners across the state have found ways to offer specials on drinks without violating the 1989 law, which outlawed the happy hours over concerns about excessive drinking and drunken driving.

Some have offered discounted beer pitchers on certain days of the week – as long as the specials are offered all day, they’re legal. Others have eliminated cover charges on specific days or offered free or discounted food to attract customers.

Julie Raines, who owns a tavern in Streator, told The Daily Journal that anything to help boost sales for struggling businesses is a good thing.

IN BRIEF Schillerstrom to lead Tollway SPRINGFIELD – Gov. Bruce Rauner has appointed a prominent Republican from suburban Chicago to the top spot on the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority board.

The GOP governor announced Friday that Robert Schillerstrom is the Tollway board’s next chairman. He is a former DuPage County Board chairman who unsuccessfully sought the Republican nomination for governor in 2010.

Schillerstrom will make $36,077 a year leading oversight of the northeastern Illinois network of pay roads used by 1.4 million commuters daily.

Rauner also named Steve Kim as a $46,960-a-year member of the Human Rights Commission.

Tax freeze hearing planned SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Senate will consider a proposed property tax freeze when the chamber reconvenes for the first time since the regular legislative session ended May 31.

Democratic Senate President John Cullerton

announced Friday the entire Senate will hear testimony on the issue Tuesday.

Republican Gov. Bruce Rauner says he won’t approve a 2016 budget Democrats passed last month until legislators pass some of his probusiness agenda. That includes a property tax freeze.

Out-of-state birds banned SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Agriculture is banning out-of-state birds from exhibitions and fairs around the state to help stem the spread of a deadly bird flu that’s hit nearby states.

The restriction announced Friday includes county fairs, FFA and 4-H fairs, and the state fairs in Springfield and DuQuoin.

The agency says the bird flu hasn’t yet been detected in Illinois. Agency director Philip Nelson says the restrictions are meant to protect the Illinois poultry industry.

Federal officials say bird flu outbreaks have cost chicken and turkey producers more than 45 million birds so far, mostly in Iowa and Minnesota.

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Woman says her brother was sexually abused by Hastert WASHINGTON (AP) – A Montana woman says her brother was sexually abused by former House Speaker Dennis Hastert during the years when the GOP leader was a wrestling coach at a suburban Chicago high school.

Jolene Burdge of Billings, Montana, told The Associated Press on Thursday that the FBI interviewed her last month about Hastert, who was charged last week in a federal indictment alleging that he agreed in 2010 to pay $3.5 million to someone so that person would stay quiet about “prior misconduct.”

Fifteen years before Hastert allegedly promised to pay that money, Burdge’s brother died.

But years before his death, his sister said, he told her that his first homosexual contact was with Hastert and that it lasted throughout his high school years.

Stephen Reinboldt attended Yorkville High School, where Hastert was a history teacher

and coach from 1965 to 1981.

In an interview aired Friday on ABC’s “Good Mo r n i n g A m e r i c a ,” Burdge said Hastert had been a father figure to her brother but also caused him irreparable harm.

“He damaged Steve, I think, more than any of us will ever know,” she told the TV show.

The AP could not independently verify her allegations.

A friend and former classmate of Reinboldt’s said Reinboldt told him in 1974, during college, that he’d had a sexual relationship with Hastert in high school. That friend spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity so as not to betray a personal confidence.

A person familiar with the allegations in the indictment has told the AP that the payments mentioned in the document were intended to conceal claims that the Illinois Republican sexually molested someone decades ago. The person spoke on the condition

AP

This photo taken Friday shows the grave site of the late Stephen Reinboldt in Yorkville. Jolene Burdge says her brother, Stephen Reinboldt, was sexually abused by former House Speaker Dennis Hastert during the years when the GOP leader was a wrestling coach at a suburban Chicago high school.

Reinboldt attended Yorkville High School, where Hastert was a history teacher and coach from 1965 to 1981. of anonymity because abuse. But Burdge’s story the investigation is indicates there could be ongoing. more victims beyond the Hastert has not been “Individual A” named in charged with sexual the indictment.

WASHINGTON

Report: Social Security overpaid disability benefits by $17B WASHINGTON (AP) – Social Security overpaid disability beneficiaries by nearly $17 billion over the past decade, a government watchdog said Friday, raising alarms about the massive program just as it approaches the brink of insolvency.

Many payments went to people who earned

too much money to qualify for benefits, or to those no longer disabled. Payments also went to people who had died or were in prison.

In all, nearly half of the 9 million people receiving disability payments were overpaid, according to the results of a 10-year study by the Social Security Adminis-

tration’s inspector general.

Social Security was able to recoup about $8.1 billion, but it often took years to get the money back, the study said.

“Every dollar misallocated is a dollar lost for those who truly need it most,” said Sen. Orrin Hatch, R-Utah, chairman of the Sen-

ate Finance Committee.

“Today’s report shows the inability of the Social Security Administration to properly safeguard payments, which has no doubt contributed to speeding the fund toward exhaustion.”

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

Abbott ...........................48.46 Alcoa .............................12.41 AltriaCorp .....................48.21 Autonation ...................64.23 American Express ........79.39 Arris-Group ..................33.90 Apple...........................128.65 ADM..............................51.03 AT&T .............................34.57 Bank of America...........17.18 Boeing.........................140.74 BorgWarner ..................60.05 BP ..................................40.57 Casey’s ..........................87.67 Caterpillar ....................86.04 CenturyLink .................32.19 Chevron ......................101.58 Cisco .............................28.58 Citigroup ......................56.22 CNW .............................42.01 CocaCola ......................40.11 ConAgra ........................37.43 Dean .............................17.86 Deere & Co ...................92.18 Disney .........................110.30 Donaldson....................35.96 DuPont .........................69.09 Exxon ............................84.25 Ford ...............................14.79 Exelon ...........................33.46 GE .................................27.30 FifthThird .....................20.84 HawaiianElectric .........30.91 Hewlett Packard ...........32.93

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Commodities The following quotations are provided as a community service by Sterling Futures: Corn: July 3.601⁄2; Sept.

3.673⁄4; Dec. 3.781⁄2 Soybeans: July 9.37 1 ⁄ 2 ; Aug. 9.241⁄2; Nov. 9.141⁄4 Soybean oil: July 34.78; Dec. 34.89 Soybean meal: July 304.90; Dec. 291.90 Wheat: July 5.17; Dec. 5.33 Oats: July 2.58 3 ⁄ 4 ; Dec. 2.691⁄2

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In a photo taken April 15, residents walk past the Bank of China branch in downtown Milan, Italy.

Italian prosecutors say more than 4.5 billion euros ($4.9 billion) were smuggled to China in less than 4 years – nearly half of it with the help of the staterun Bank of China.

China suspected of money laundering Probe stymied, investigators say FLORENCE, Italy (AP) – As Italy’s economy was heading off a cliff, police couldn’t help but notice that the country’s Chinese communities were booming. Luxury cars rolled past Chinese betting parlors and garment factories. Chinese immigrants were buying up Italian coffee bars and real estate. Their prosperity, however, was not reflected in local tax records.

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STATE BASEBALL & SOFTBALL EXTRA | FULL COVERAGE B9, B10 & B11

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STEAMERS & COMETS STRUGGLE IN STATE DEBUTS

Catch all the coverage inside • Fulton falls in 1A state baseball semi, B9.

• Newman drops semifinal in softball, B10.

• SVM reporters’ notebook catching all the tidbits from Peoria & East Peoria, and lots of photos on B11.

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Fulton’s Trey Simmons removes his helmet after grounding out to first to end Friday’s 1A state tournament semifinal game at Dozer Park in Peoria. Fulton lost 6-2 to Cobden, and the Steamers will play for third place on Saturday. The Newman Comets experienced a similar fate on the softball diamond. Read more about how both local teams fared at the state tournaments with SVM’s full coverage on B9, B10 & B11.

Sports inside

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‘No regrets’ Tom Thibodeau Former Bulls coach tells ESPN’s “Mike & Mike” radio program that he has no regrets about his five seasons in Chicago.

Kneeded advice Kyrie Irving Reports indicate a growing rift between father and agent of Cavs guard and organization on handling of Irving’s knee problems.

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MY 2 CENTS

On the tube TV listings

Saturday Auto racing 8 & 10:30 a.m.

• NASCAR Sprint Cup, practice for Axalta ‘We Paint Winners’ 400, FS1 9 a.m.

• FIA, Formula E Championship, at Moscow, FS1 Noon

• Formula One, qualifying for Grand Prix of Canada, at Montreal, NBCSP 7 p.m.

• IndyCar, Firestone 600, NBCSP 10 p.m.

• NHRA, qualifying for Summernationals, ESPN2

College baseball 10 a.m.

• NCAA tournament, super regionals, CSU Fullerton vs. Louisville, ESPN2 11 a.m.

• NCAA tournament, super regional, Miami vs. VCU, ESPNU 1 p.m.

• NCCA tournament, super regional, Missouri State vs.

Arkansas, ESPN2 2 p.m.

• NCAA tournament, super regional, Maryland vs. Virginia, ESPNU • NCAA tournament, Texas A&M vs. TCU, ESPN 4 p.m

• NCAA tournament, super regional, Florida vs. Florida St., ESPN2 7 p.m.

• NCAA tournament, super regional, La.-Lafayette vs.

LSU, ESPN2 • NCAA tournament, super regional, Illinois vs. Vanderbilt, ESPNU

Extreme sports 11 a.m. & 7 p.m.

• X Games, at Austin, Texas, ESPN 1 p.m.

• X Games, at Austin, Texas, ABC

Golf 1:30 p.m.

• LPGA, Manulife Classic, third round, TGC 2 p.m.

• PGA, The Memorial, third round, CBS 4:30 p.m.

• Champions, Principal Charity Classic, second round, TGC

Horse racing 3:30 p.m.

• Belmont Stakes, at Elmont, N.Y., NBC

MLB 11 a.m.

• Cubs at Nationals, MLB 1 p.m.

• Rangers at Royals, FS1 6 p.m.

• Tigers at White Sox, Fox 9 p.m.

• Cardinals at Dodgers, FSN/MLB • Mets at Diamondbacks, MLB

Motorsports 1 p.m.

• AMA Motocross, at Blountville, Tenn., NBCSP

NHL playoffs 6:15 p.m.

• Stanley Cup final, Game 2, Blackhawks at Lightning, NBC

Soccer 1:30 p.m.

• UEFA Champions League, championship, Juventus vs. Barcelona, at Berlin, Fox

Tennis 8 a.m.

• French Open, women’s final, at Paris, NBC

School season comes to end I t’s possible that by the time you pick up this section and start reading this column, the high school sports season for 2014-15 will be over in the Sauk Valley.

Fulton baseball and Newman softball will play in third-place games at their respective state tournaments Saturday morning, and when the final out is recorded in both, the whistle will blow on another year in the area.

It’s the tenth year in a row that we’ve ended the year at a state tournament, as we have a run of 10 straight state qualifiers in softball.

Hopefully that number will run up to 11 with one of our area schools next spring.

With the prep season clearing away, it’s time to turn our attention to the spring all-area teams, male and female athletes of the year, and the 2015

June 18 at Sauk Valley Community College.

The girls game will be at Sports 5 p.m. with the boys to Editor Reach follow at about 7 p.m. him at The coaches are set. dwoessner@ The girls game feasaukvalley. tures two elder statescom or 800798-4085, men in the area. Don ext. 5555.

Robinson, fresh off earning his second straight state trophy, will be manning the SVM All-Star Classic. sideline for the Gazette.

The baseball and Mike McCracken, who softball all-area teams has coached the all-star might be as tough to game before on the pick this year as ever. boys side, will handle I won’t even wager a the Telegraph team. guess who will be the It was a deep pool of player of the year in senior girls this year, both. That’ll be our job and this game could to hash out those things steal the show. The early next week.

Gazette features a lot speedy guards, which The male and female should fit into Robinathletes of the year will son’s quick style nicely. be another debate, as The Telegraph team there are several nice candidates on both sides. is loaded with height, The SVM All-Star Clas- and I don’t doubt sic is pretty much ready Coach McCracken will find many ways to take to roll. advantage of that.

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On the boys side, we have two of the young guns in the area coaching scene in Dixon’s Jason Mead and Bureau Valley’s Jason Marquis.

Both coaches guided their respective high school teams to historic seasons this winter, and no doubt will have their player’s prepared for battle at the Classic.

Mead has familiar faces in Cal Jarrett and Laron Carr on his roster.

Marquis has four BV Storm players on the Gazette roster.

At the end of the day, who wins and who loses doesn’t really matter.

The SVM All-Star Classic is about having fun and giving the seniors of the area one last chance to play in front of their hometown fans.

Plus, it is sort of SVM’s Buffalo Wild Wings’ button that allows us to push the preps season into overtime.

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Head coach: Jason Marquis, Bureau Valley No. Player School Ht. Pos. PPG. 3 Seth Sanderson Fulton 5-11 G 7.1 10 Grant Ames Prophetstown 6-2 G 13.1 12 Tommy Johnston Bureau Valley 6-4 G 14.3 13 Jacob Mammosser Rock Falls 6-0 F 11.4 15 Parker Neuhalfen Bureau Valley 6-2 G 21.9 21 Zachary Barber Fulton 5-10 G 16.9 23 Josh Mead Bureau Valley 5-11 G 6.8 30 Kaleb Church Morrison 6-2 G 14.7 33 Alex Johnson Bureau Valley 6-0 G 7.6 34 Joe Brouilette Sterling 6-1 C 5.7 35 Kyle Huebner Fulton 6-1 F 8.2 44 Hunter Hamstra Morrison 6-3 F 12.0

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Head coach: Mike McCracken, Amboy No. Player School 1 Kennedy Dinges Amboy 3 Krista Beach AFC 4 Allison Prestegaard AFC 8 Sydney Wilhelm Amboy 13 KeeLey Meyer Polo 14 Annie Forster Eastland 20 Aubree Schmitt Newman 23 Carly Hartle Dixon 24 Kelsey Pudlas Oregon 41 Lexis Macomber Eastland 44 Kaitlyn Liebing Amboy

Sunday Auto racing Noon

• NASCAR Sprint Cup, Axalta ‘We Paint Winners’ 400, at Long Pond, Pa., FS1 1 p.m.

• Formula One, Grand Prix of Canada, at Montreal, NBC 8 p.m.

• NHRA, Summernationals, at Englishtown, N.J., ESPN2

College baseball 11 a.m.

• NCAA tournament, super regionals, Louisville vs. CSU Fullerton, ESPN2 1 p.m.

• NCAA tournament, super regionals, TCU vs. Texas A&M, ESPN 5 p.m.

8 p.m.

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• NCAA tournament, super regionals, Illinois vs.

Vanderbilt, ESPNU

Cycling 6 p.m.

• Criterium Dauphine, stage 1, Ugine to Albertville, France, NBCSP

Extreme sports 11 a.m.

• X Games, at Austin, Texas, ESPN

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Head coach: Jason Mead, Dixon No. Player School 3 Matt Wasilewski Oregon 12 Jordan Harris Milledgeville 13 Bret Gittleson AFC 14 Laron Carr Dixon 23 Trevor Bolin Newman 24 Cal Jarrett Dixon 32 Lucas Ebersole Milledgeville 33 Kevin Kurz AFC 35 Nolan McGinn Newman 43 Eric Schaney Eastland

TV listings

• NCAA tournament, super regionals, LSU vs. La.Lafayette, ESPNU

GIRLS GAME 5 P.M. • BOYS GAME 7 P.M. Head coach: Don Robinson, Prophetstown No. Player School Ht. Pos. PPG. 1 Chelsi Blair Rock Falls 5-4 G 8.7 4 Carlie Bickett Bureau Valley 6-2 C NA 5 Lakin Goodman Morrison 5-8 G 15.1 10 Chelsea Lesniewski Fulton 6-0 F 8.0 12 Gabby Sandoval Sterling 5-8 G 14.4 14 Heather Strike Prophetstown 5-5 G 6.9 20 Bailey Schrader Rock Falls 6-0 F 8.0 30 Shelby Adams Prophetstown 5-6 F 5.1 32 Heaven Bennett Bureau Valley 6-0 F 9.5 44 Clare Kramer Prophetstown 5-9 F 9.3

On the tube

1 p.m.

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• X Games, at Austin, Texas, ABC

Golf 1 p.m.

• LPGA, Manulife Classic, final round, at Waterloo, Ontario, TGC 1:30 p.m.

• PGA, The Memorial, final round, at Dublin, Ohio, CBS 4 p.m.

2015 REAGAN RUN 5K

Powering your Reagan Run 5K of whole grain and/ or complex carbs or The Reagan Run 5K whole fruit, along with is a great race to draw lean protein and a in crowds of running small amount of heartenthusiasts from elite healthy fat, helps to distance runners to keep you satisfied withthose just wanting to get out feeling like your in their daily exercise. depriving yourself.

No matter where you The more complex fall in this spectrum, it nutrients are also more is important to provide slowly digested, which your body with adequate fills you up longer, maintains blood sugar fuel and energy in order levels, assists in portion to help you perform control, and increases at your best. With all energy. the nutrition advice at our fingertips, it can be 3. Hydrate well hard to decipher what is We’ve all heard that appropriate for you. we should drink eight In the weeks leading 8-ounce glasses of water up to the race, try to per day, but our actual establish healthy eating fluid needs are more patterns. dependent on our own 1. Eat small meals body’s weight. It’s recand healthy snacks ommended that we conregularly throughout sume half of our weight in ounces of fluid. the day The good news is that More specifically, try you don’t have to just to eat breakfast within drink water, but any liq1-2 hours of waking. uid will do (Greek yogurt, Then, as a good rule of thumb, you should aim smoothies, low-fat milk, flavored water, etc… to eat a mini-meal or even coffee and tea). healthful snack about Generally speaking, every 2 1/2 to 4 hours.

Also, try not to skip any I’m not a fan of juices, sports drinks, and the meals or snacks.

2. Incorporate a little like because there’s a lot of empty sugar and bit of whole grain calories that can quickly carbs, lean proteins, add up. and heart-healthy If you’re a regular long fat at each meal and distance runner, trainsnack ing for a marathon or This combination a triathlete, or school

BY REBECCA FISHER Special to SVM

athlete, then you might benefit from the electrolytes.

For those trying to lose weight, lean/tone up, have blood pressure or kidney issues, then you would be best suited for plain old water.

4. Meal plan and limit processing We all can benefit from taking time to plan our meals, snacks and eating more whole foods. Limiting processed food like baked goods, chips, and sweets helps to minimize added sugars, calories, sodium, and preservatives.

Race day recommendations Pre-race: This is the time when to throw traditional healthy eating theories out the door.

It’s important to have easily digested foods in the hour or so leading up to the race. You need something that won’t weigh you down and promote cramping or nausea. Therefore, since glucose is the optimal fuel for your body, choose low fat simple carbohydrates. Good options could be: cereal with low-fat milk, fruit, yogurt, toast and jam, waffle with syrup, English muffin with honey, and a small muffin.

Post-race: Be mindful

to include some carbohydrates with some lean protein to aid in recovery.

Make sure to replenish your sweat losses.

However, the Reagan Run typically doesn’t last longer than an hour so water is typically sufficient.

Your specific calorie needs depend on a variety of factors such as age, gender, height, weight, and genetics.

The composition of those calories in terms of amounts of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats will also depend upon your level of running, along with what you typically eat throughout the day. You might need to consult a registered dietician to create an individualized plan that is tailored to meet your goals and needs.

Happy running!

• Rebecca Fisher Miller, MPH, RDN, LDN is from Dixon currently living with her husband and new baby in New Orleans, LA. She is a practicing registered dietitian nutritionist at Elmwood Fitness Center and writes a blog called Twisted Nutrition.

She can be reached at rfisher1@tulane.edu to answer any questions.

• Champions, Principal Charity Classic, final round, at Des Moines, Iowa, TGC

MLB Noon

• Angels at Yankees or A’s at Red Sox, MLB 3 p.m.

• Cubs at Nationals, CSN 7 p.m.

• Cardinals at Dodgers, ESPN

Major League Lacrosse Noon

• Denver at Chesapeake, CSN

NBA playoffs 7 p.m.

• Finals, Game 2, Cavaliers at Warriors, ABC

Soccer Noon

• FIFA, Women’s World Cup, group stage, Norway vs. Thailand, at Ottawa, Ontario, Fox 4 p.m.

• FIFA, Women’s World Cup, group stage, Germany vs. Ivory Coast, at Ottawa, Ontario, Fox 4 p.m.

• MLS, Colorado at Real Salt Lake, ESPNEWS 6 p.m.

• MLS, Dallas at San Jose, FS1

Tennis 8 a.m.

• French Open, men’s final, at Paris, NBC

Saturday, June 6, 2015

SVM staff, wire services GOLF

Medinah could host BMW championship Medinah Country Club members will vote June 13 on whether to be the host for the 2019 BMW Championship.

A “yes’’ vote would be a boon to the golf fans who want to keep Chicago in the FedEx Cup playoff rotation.

Conway Farms, in Lake Forest, will have the BMW Championship this fall and in 2017, completing its three-tournament run.

Conway Farms eventually could get back in the BMW Championship rotation, but Western Golf Association organizers targeted historic Medinah for the 2019 event.

Medinah has had five majors and was the site of the 2012 Ryder Cup. COLLEGE FOOTBALL

Illinois adds Duke to 2025-26 schedules Illinois will face Duke in a home-and-home football series in 2025 and 2026, the team announced Friday.

The Illini will travel to Durham, N.C., on Sept. 6, 2025, and Duke will play in Champaign on Sept. 12, 2026.

Duke and Illinois have played each other twice in football, splitting the games, but they have not met since 1965.

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Lightning hoping to strike often

Local events

Tampa Bay looks to regroup after loss, capitalize on chances

Baseball

BY PAUL SKRBINA Chicago Tribune

TAMPA, Fla. – Brian Boyle has the angry part down. Next up is trying to get even.

Boyle and his Lightning teammates fell 2-1 to the Blackhawks in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final on Wednesday night after controlling much of the beginning of the game, before giving up two third-period goals.

“You wake up in the morning, you should be a little angry that we had a chance to take Game 1,” Boyle said Thursday. “You can’t change it. …

We might [regret it] because there are things we could have done a little bit better that were in our control that we didn’t do.”

The position is familiar to the Lightning, who have lost Game 1 in three of their four postseason series this year, but have yet to fall in Game 2.

Historically, losing Game 1 of the Final stacks the odds against the team that does it. Since going to a best-of-seven format in 1939, Game 1 victors have won the title 58 times in 75 Stanley Cup finals (77.3 percent).

“We never make it easy on ourselves,” Lightning coach Jon Cooper said.

But history is history in the

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Besides, they are more interested in recent history – like Wednesday night.

“We had the chance to take that game in the first couple of periods,” Cooper said. “We get that second one, we had chances. … I know [Ryan Callahan] had that breakaway, but I don’t think anybody realizes they were closing on him fast. He didn’t have many options.

He tries to make a move, he’s probably getting checked. [Corey] Crawford made a really good save.”

Game 2 Blackhawks at Lightning When: 6:15 p.m., Saturday TV/Radio: NBC/720-AM minds of the Lightning, who are 5-6 at home during the playoffs after setting a franchise mark for regular-season home victories with 32. They have made themselves at home on the road though, with a league-best 7-3 postseason record.

First female official assigned to crew Sarah Thomas, who will be the NFL’s first full-time female game official, has been assigned to Pete Morelli’s crew.

Morelli has been an official since 1997 and was promoted to referee in 2003.

Meanwhile, Thomas worked for Conference USA in 2007 and in 2009 became the first woman to officiate a bowl game.

Contact us at 800-798-4085 Sports Editor Dan Woessner, ext. 5555 dwoessner@saukvalley.com Sports Reporters Patrick Mason, ext. 5550 pmason@saukvalley.com Ty Reynolds, ext. 5554 treynolds@saukvalley.com Brian Weidman, ext. 5551 bweidman@saukvalley.com

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Defensive equations equaling big wins Warriors OK with James’ scoring

BY ANTONIO GONZALEZ AP Basketball Writer

OAKLAND, Calif. – Warriors assistant coach Ron Adams, who has designed defenses for more than four decades, looks at defending LeBron James as an equation.

Finding a solution goes beyond points, assists or any common metric. Instead, the 67-year-old Adams approaches the problem like this: add up what the Warriors are willing to give up to the Cleveland Cavaliers as a whole – forget about what James does individually – and subtract it from the number of points Golden State expects to produce.

“We’re not going to react to the stat sheet when he scores if it fits into our equation of what we’re trying to do,” Adams said Friday, a day after James scored 44 points in Golden State’s 108-100 overtime victory in Game 1 of the NBA Finals.

“There are certain things you’re trying to take away from a team.

And understanding that you’re doing that, there are baskets that you may give up – hopefully not uncontested baskets – but there are things

Game 2 Cavaliers at Warriors When: 7 p.m. Sunday TV: ABC you know that you can be vulnerable to, and it’s important that your team knows that so that you don’t build frustration into your work.”

The formula has worked wonders for the Warriors in the playoffs.

After getting past fellow All-NBA first-teamers James Harden, Marc Gasol and Anthony Davis, Golden State seemed content to let James carry Cleveland on his own in the finals opener. The Warriors, with the top-rated defense during the regular season, refused to double-team the fourtime MVP. And Kings James could only do so much with limited support from his subjects, only five of whom ever scored.

“LeBron’s going to dominate the ball and make plays,” Warriors swingman Andre Iguodala said. “We have to just make it hard on him every possession. Don’t give him any easy buckets, and not let anybody else get a rhythm.”

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Warriors center Andrew Bogut (12) dunks during Game 1. Golden State will try to force other Cavs’ players not named LeBron James to beat them.

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John Bowlen Jr., the 29-year-old son of Denver Broncos owner Pat Bowlen and an administrative employee of the team, has been placed on indefinite leave following his arrest on domestic violence charges.

The younger Bowlen was arrested Wednesday night in the Denver suburb of Glendale on suspicion of third-degree assault and harassment after allegedly pushing his girlfriend against a bathroom wall, police said.

Bowlen was released Thursday on $1,000 bond.

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Blackhawks center Jonathan Toews (19) skates around Lightning center Brian Boyle (11) during Game 1 on Wednesday. The Lightning look to be more aggressive in Saturday’s Game 2.

49ers lineman Davis retires

Son of Broncos owner arrested

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San Francisco 49ers right tackle Anthony Davis has decided to retire, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com.

The 25-year-old Davis is widely regarded as one of the best right tackles in the NFL and becomes the fourth 49er to retire this offseason.

Davis joins Patrick Willis, Chris Borland and Justin Smith in retirement. At 25, Davis’ decision to retire comes as a surprise to many.

Like Borland, Davis made the decision based heavily on his long-term health.

Saturday

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Weekly update for Sauk Valley natives in minor league baseball Hometown: Rock Falls Organization: Royals Level: Advanced-A Team: Wilmington Blue Rocks

Last week

Starts/Games: 2/2 W-L: 1-1 Innings: 11 ERA: 5.73 Ks: 6 BB: 2 Hits: 15 Runs: 8 Earned runs: 7

Season

Starts/Games: 11-11 W-L: 3-4 Innings: 66 ERA: 3.82 Ks: 52 BB: 7 Hits: 63 Runs: 29 Earned runs: 28

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Saturday, June 6, 2015

COMMENTARY

Triple Crown should be toughest feat in sports

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magine Usain Bolt having to beat a bunch of well-rested runners in every heat to capture an Olympic gold medal.

Or Serena Williams competing in the French Open final against a rival who didn’t bother playing in the quarters or semifinals.

Now you have an idea of what American Pharoah is trying to accomplish in the Belmont Stakes.

That’s why the Triple Crown is possibly the toughest feat in sports.

On Saturday, American Pharoah will attempt to become the first horse in 37 years to sweep the Kentucky Derby, the Preakness and the Belmont.

While the bay colt with the unusually short tail looked unbeatable in his first two victories, there’s a reason we’ve gone so long between Triple Crown winners.

Namely, it’s not exactly a fair race.

American Pharoah will be the only horse running in all three events over a 5-week period.

And the Belmont is longest of them all, a brutally tough 1 1/2mile trip that’s been the downfall of some truly great contenders.

Not that it should be any different, mind you.

This is why the Triple Crown is still a quest that grabs the country’s attention in May and June, even while horse racing looks very much like a dying sport the rest of the year.

“It’s a tough series,” Hall of Fame jockey Steve Cauthen said, “and it’s supposed to be.”

Cauthen was aboard Affirmed for the most recent Triple Crown in 1978. His biggest rival was Alydar, who also competed in all three events and was edged at the wire each time.

Only three other horses entered the Belmont that year, and one of them – Noon Time Spender – had also raced 3 weeks earlier in the Preakness.

Compare that with American Pharoah’s challengers in this year’s eight-horse field.

Tale of Verve sat out the Kentucky Derby before finishing second on a stormy day in the Preakness.

Five other horses haven’t run since the Kentucky Derby, meaning they’re about as rested as they would normally be on the once-a-month racing schedule that most horses follow. Same for Madefromlucky, who skipped the first two Triple Crown events and last raced a month ago (and won) at Belmont Park in the Peter Pan Stakes.

Another indication of what American Pharoah is up against: It’s been a full decade since a horse won the Belmont after racing in both the Kentucky Derby and the Preakness.

Afleet Alex won in 2005 after finishing third in the Kentucky Derby – less than a length behind the winner – and taking first in the Preakness.

“It’s a challenge to keep your horse fresh and happy for three races in a matter of 5 weeks,” said Doug O’Neill, who trained I’ll Have Another during his aborted bid for the Triple Crown 3 years

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ago. “Then you’ve got new shooters coming at you in the second two legs.”

Bob Baffert, who trains American Pharoah, was asked about having to compete against basically an entire field that didn’t run in Baltimore in order to focus on the Belmont.

“I don’t blame them,” Baffert said. “That part of the Triple Crown doesn’t bother me at all.”

Madefromlucky is trying to follow the same path – skip the first two races, race instead in the Peter Pan – that carried Tonalist to victory in last year’s Belmont, denying California Chrome the Triple Crown.

After his horse finished in a dead heat for fourth, California Chrome owner Steve Coburn went on an angry tirade about the unfairness of allowing trainers to cherry-pick which events they enter.

He said the Belmont should be limited to horses that have raced in the first two Triple Crown events (not going to happen). Or, at the very least, the Preakness and Belmont should only be open to horses that raced in the Kentucky Derby, he added.

“It’s all or nothing,” Coburn said. “This is not fair to these horses that have been running their guts out for these people, and for the people who believe in them.

This is the coward’s way out.”

Actually, that was just the nonsensical ramblings of a sore loser.

A voice of reason is provided by Penny Chenery, the 93-yearold former owner of 1973 Triple Crown winner Secretariat.

“I hope they don’t change the format,” she said. “I don’t think the issue of fresh horses is such a big deal. The trainer knows how to get his horse at the peak for the last challenge.

With Secretariat, the more work we threw at him, the stronger he got.”

Now we’ll find out if American Pharoah is up to the challenge.

O’Neill believes he will be, comparing him to a baseball pitcher who gets in a zone after pitching four or five innings. No, he’s not as fresh as he was at the beginning of the game, but he more than makes up for it with his rhythm and confidence.

“American Pharoah is good enough even with two hard races under his belt to beat the fresher horses,” O’Neill said. “I’m pulling for him big-time. I think everyone in the racing industry is pulling for him.”

If he’s beaten on Saturday, that will only add to the aura of the Triple Crown.

Nothing wrong with that.

“If you make it too easy,” Chenery wisely said, “we’ll have more Triple Crown winners, and it will lose its validity.”

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Pharoah running to become No. 12 Fresh field awaits winner of Derby, Preakness at Belmont

BY BETH HARRIS AP Racing Writing

NEW YORK – The Triple Crown trail ends with the Belmont Stakes, and it’s finished in heartbreak for 13 horses whose Triple tries were foiled since 1979.

That year Spectacular Bid stepped on a safety pin in his barn and came up short in the Belmont. Big Brown didn’t finish the grueling race in 2008; and I’ll Have Another was scratched the day before with a leg injury in 2012.

Not since Affirmed in 1978 has a horse swept the Triple Crown, one of the sporting world’s rarest feats.

American Pharoah began his bid with a one-length victory in the 1 1/4-mile Kentucky Derby on May 2. He followed it up with a sevenlength win in the rain-drenched 1 3/16-mile Preakness on May 16.

He’ll try to become the 12th Triple Crown winner, joining such revered horses as Whirlaway, Count Fleet, Citation and Secretariat, when he runs in the Belmont on Saturday.

The forecast calls for a 30 percent chance of morning showers with a high in the mid-to-upper 70s at the scheduled post of 5:50 p.m.. A crowd capped at 90,000 is expected for a chance to witness history.

Here are some things to know for the 147th Belmont Stakes: Rested rivals American Pharoah will be the only horse to run in all three Triple Crown races over a span of 5 weeks. Five of his rivals competed in the Derby and have been resting ever since.

Tale of Verve skipped the Derby and finished second in the Preakness 3 weeks ago. Madefromlucky is the freshest horse of all; he’s been off since winning the Peter Pan Stakes over the same Belmont dirt on May 9. Frosted finished second in his only previous race at Belmont Park, and he trains there. So do Madefromlucky and Materiality, both overseen

by Todd Pletcher.

So much for favorites Being the betting favorite in the Belmont has been more of a curse. The last odds-on favorite to win was Affirmed in 1978. California Chrome was the last odds-on favorite in the race, and he ended up fourth last year. American Pharoah, winner of six straight races, is the early 3-5 favorite, and thousands of sentimental fans figure to snatch up souvenir $2 win tickets.

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Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes winner American Pharoah gallops around the track on Friday at Belmont Park in Elmont, New York.

American Pharoah is trying to become the 12th horse to win all three legs of the Triple Crown, and the first since 1978. track’s deep, sandy surface can prove tiring, too. If enough rain falls and turns it into something resembling creamy peanut butter, give the edge to American Pharoah, who has two wins over sloppy tracks. Materiality has one win on a sloppy surface.

Running style American Pharoah’s preferred running style is at or just off the pace, although he can come from behind, Post time: 5:50 p.m. too. He was never worse than third Where: Belmont Park, Elmont, in the Kentucky Derby before ralNew York lying in the stretch, and he led the TV: NBC, starting at 3:30 p.m. entire way in the Preakness despite a 2014 winner: Tonalist deluge of rain that began as the horses were going to the starting gate.

Daunting distance In two of his other career starts, he At 1 1/2 miles, the Belmont is the also led the entire way. American longest of the Triple Crown races.

It’s an odd distance in North Amer- Pharoah has awed observers with his fluid and athletic stride, in which he ican racing; these 3-year-old colts appears to float over the ground. have never been asked to run that Lucky 7 far and few will again.

No Triple Crown winner has faced Often times, the final quartermore than seven rivals in the Belmile is what does in a contender.

Once the horses come charging out mont, and that’s how many American Pharoah will take on. of the final turn, they face a 1,097Frosted was fourth in the Derby; yard run through the stretch, a daunting task for a horse with little Materiality sixth; Keen Ice seventh; or no gas left in the tank.

Mubtaahij eighth; and Frammento “He doesn’t know he’s going to 11th. Tale of Verve was a surprising go that extra distance, so we’ll second in the Preakness after skipsurprise him,” said Bob Baffert, ping the Derby. Madefromlucky who trains American Pharoah. The skipped the first two races.

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A.L. LEADERS

N.L. LEADERS

HOME RUNS (as of June 4)

Cruz, SEA Teixeira, NYY Donaldson, TOR Pujols, LAA Trout, LAA

HOME RUNS (as of June 4)

18 16 15 14 14

Harper, WAS Stanton, MIA Pederson, LAD Frazier, CIN Goldschmidt, ARI

RUNS BATTED IN

Teixeira, NYY Fielder, TEX Cruz, SEA Donaldson, TOR Vogt, OAK

RUNS BATTED IN

41 40 39 39 39

Stanton, MIA Harper, WAS Goldschmidt, ARI Arenado, COL Gonzalez, LAD

STOLEN BASES

Altuve, HOU Ellsbury, NYY DeShields, TEX Gardner, NYY Davis, DET

.619 .591 .579 .575 .569

ON-BASE PERCENTAGE

Cabrera, DET Ellsbury, NYY Fielder, TEX Vogt, OAK Kipnis, CLE

.435 .412 .411 .405 .402

RUNS SCORED

Donaldson, TOR Dozier, MIN Trout, LAA Kipnis, CLE Cain, K-C

45 44 40 39 37

HITS

Fielder, TEX Kipnis, CLE Donaldson, TOR Cruz, SEA Pedroia, BOS

77 72 67 67 66

BASES ON BALLS

Santana, CLE Bautista, TOR Cabrera, DET Springer, HOU LaRoche, CHW

40 35 34 34 32

DOUBLES

K. Morales, K-C Cespedes, DET Brantley, CLE Dozier, MIN

17 17 17 17

TRIPLES

Orlando, K-C Kipnis, CLE

5 4

TOTAL BASES

Cruz, SEA Donaldson, TOR Fielder, TEX Kipnis, CLE Trout, LAA Cabrera, DET

130 127 119 111 111 111

EARNED RUN AVERAGE

Gray, OAK Keuchel, HOU Archer, T-B Chavez, OAK Pelfrey, MIN

1.65 1.85 2.01 2.11 2.59

WON-LOST

Hernandez, SEA Keuchel, HOU Gray, OAK Pineda, NYY

8-2 7-1 7-2 7-2

GAMES PITCHED

Rzepczynski, CLE Perkins, MIN

27 27

SAVES

Perkins, MIN Street, LAA Miller, NYY Soria, DET Gregerson, HOU Boxberger, T-B

20 17 17 15 15 15

INNINGS PITCHED

Keuchel, HOU Kluber, CLE Gray, OAK Archer, T-B Hernandez, SEA

87.2 84.2 82.0 76.0 75.1

STRIKEOUTS

Kluber, CLE Archer, T-B Sale, CHW Pineda, NYY Hernandez, SEA

105 97 79 76 75

COMPLETE GAMES Buehrle, TOR Hernandez, SEA Keuchel, HOU

3 2 2

46 45 45 39 39

STOLEN BASES

16 14 13 12 12

Hamilton, CIN Gordon, MIA Polanco, PIT Pollock, ARI Aoki, S-F

SLUGGING PERCENTAGE

Cruz, SEA Donaldson, TOR Vogt, OAK Teixeira, NYY Cabrera, DET

18 17 17 16 16

23 20 14 13 12

SLUGGING PERCENTAGE

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The Athletics called up Pat Venditte on Friday. The rookie is the first MLB pitcher to throw from both sides in the same MLB game since 1995. He made his debut against the Red Sox on Friday night.

Switch pitcher

Athletics call up ambidextrous pitcher for bullpen

BY HOWARD ULMAN AP Sports Writer

BOSTON – Pat Venditte took his warmup pitches in his major league debut with his right arm.

And his left.

The ambidextrous pitcher entered the game against the Boston Red Sox at the start of the seventh inning after being called up Friday by the Oakland Athletics.

Wearing a specially designed glove, he threw warmup pitches with his right hand then switched to his left to face lefty Brock Holt.

After Holt grounded out to first, Venditte put his glove on his left hand and pitched to righty Hanley Ramirez, who singled on the second pitch. Then, still pitching with his right arm, he got righty Mike Napoli to ground into an inning-ending double play.

Fans may stare when Venditte switches his glove from one hand to the other, but the Athletics promoted him because he pitched very well this season at Triple-A Nashville.

“There’s a little bit of a sideshow to it for good reason,” Melvin said. “But the reason he’s here is because he’s performed.”

Venditte took the mound to the song “Both Sides, Now,” performed by Joni Mitchell.

In 17 outings this season, 16 in relief, Venditte was 1-0 with a 1.36 ERA and held opponents to

arm he’s throwing with and the Did you know? batter adjusts to that. He rarely, • The last pitcher to throw with if ever, changes throwing arms both hands in a major league within the same at-bat. game was Greg Harris on “He told me when he was with Sept. 28, 1995 with the Expos. the Yankees in Triple-A that if his pitch count was too high lefthanded, they would have him a .167 batting average. In eight just throw the rest right-handed minor league seasons, the first to conserve his arm for the next seven in the New York Yankees day,” Oakland bullpen coach organization, he has a 2.37 ERA Scott Emerson said. with 52 saves and nine starts.

Venditte wasn’t expected to The last time a pitcher threw arrive until just before game with both hands in a major time, but Melvin said he would league game was on Sept. 28, be available to pitch, preferably 1995, when Greg Harris did it in a low-stress situation. with the Montreal Expos. It was “It’s a little bit of a novelty,” Melthe next-to-last game of a career in which he appeared in 703, and vin said. “You’re curious to see if he is the only pitcher in the mod- this really is functional, and all he did in spring training is perform ern era to do that. for us. I think he only had one or Oakland catcher Stephen Vogt two outings where he even gave faced Venditte in the minors up runs, and he’s been doing the about 5 years ago. same thing in Triple-A.” “It’s a sight to see, and he’s The 29-year-old Venditte was 3 very good both ways,” Vogt said. when he began using both hands.

“When we signed him, I was He’s a natural right-hander, so he excited because I want to see worked hard to become effective what it’s like to catch a guy like from the left side. He’s thrown that. He’s kind of got the same stuff from both sides. So whether with both well enough to reach the it’s a right-handed hitter or a left- majors, obviously.

“I can’t even fathom how somehanded hitter, you call the game body can do that,” Melvin said. accordingly. It’s fun to see.”

“It’s tough enough to perform at Venditte has the matchup this level throwing on one side, edge, throwing left-handed to lefties and right-handed to right- let alone two.”

Pitching coach Curt Young had ies, except when he’s facing a a succinct description: “It’s just switch-hitter. In that case, the rule states he must decide which a gift.”

MLB | CUBS

Another right thing about Rizzo Cubs first baseman becoming adept at hitting lefties that hit further legitimized Rizzo’s mastery WASHINGTON – The against left-handers, Cubs’ youthful talent as he raised his season conjures up mixed feelaverage against them to ings for manager Joe .436 (17-for-39).

Maddon.

It was only 2 years “I remember when ago that Rizzo batted I saw [Mark] Teixeira, .189 against lefties, but Michael Young, Alex he climbed to the .300 Rodriguez and Hank mark last season.

Blalock,” Maddon said “I just think about in recalling the 2003 being as short as I can Rangers infield with [with the swing] against an average age of 24 lefties,” Rizzo said. “I’m 1/2 that produced 116 not trying to do too AP much off them.” home runs. “I really Among the many positives to Anthony Rizzo’s thought that’s a hell Nevertheless, Rizzo game is his improved success against left-hand- has foiled many exagof an infield. It kind of ed pitching. The Cubs first baseman is batting gerated shifts by hitting went away. .436 this season against lefties.

“I’m not saying we’re to the opposite field. His going to go away, but production is remarkof a recent fielding rut.

National League All-Star able considering the this group has the abilThat leaves first basecontinued as he hit two Cubs didn’t face a leftity to be as good as that man Anthony Rizzo, 25, singles off left-handers group moving forward. handed starter for 14 Gio Gonzalez and Matt And, of course, there are as the stabilizing figure consecutive games until and most productive Thornton in the Cubs’ guys still on the way.”

Tuesday night. Rizzo 2-1 victory over the While rookies Kris Bry- member of the infield went 1-for-3 with an group. His continued Nationals on Thursday. RBI double against Brad ant, 23, and Addison success against leftRizzo’s single off Gon- Hand and the Marlins.

Russell, 21, settle in at handed pitchers – once zalez that loaded the third base and second “It’s all confidence,” bases and led to two base, respectively, Star- considered a serious Rizzo said. “A couple runs in the first was his lin Castro, 25, attempts weakness – has reinof hits fall, and you feel first hit off Gonzalez in to become more reliable forced that status. good. I’m seeing the ball Rizzo’s ascent as a 12 career at-bats. But defensively in the wake very well off them.”

BY MARK GONZALES Chicago Tribune

Harper, WAS Goldschmidt, ARI Gonzalez, LAD Pederson, LAD Frazier, CIN

.706 .677 .612 .603 .587

ON-BASE PERCENTAGE

Goldschmidt, ARI Harper, WAS Rizzo, CHC Holliday, STL Gonzalez, LAD

.470 .467 .444 .429 .413

RUNS SCORED

Harper, WAS Goldschmidt, ARI Pollock, ARI Fowler, CHC Gonzalez, LAD Carpenter, STL

43 41 37 37 37 37

HITS

Gordon, MIA Goldschmidt, ARI Gonzalez, LAD Pollock, ARI Aoki, S-F

81 67 66 65 65

BASES ON BALLS

Harper, WAS Goldschmidt, ARI Pederson, LAD Bruce, CIN Holliday, STL

46 44 35 31 31

DOUBLES

Gonzalez, LAD Carpenter, STL Norris, S-D Duda, NYM

21 18 17 17

TRIPLES

Revere, PHL 9 tied

5 3

TOTAL BASES

Goldschmidt, ARI Harper, WAS Gonzalez, LAD Frazier, CIN Pederson, LAD

130 125 120 115 111

EARNED RUN AVERAGE

Scherzer, WAS Miller, ATL Cole, PIT Greinke, LAD Wacha, STL

1.85 1.89 1.90 1.97 2.18

WON-LOST

Wacha, STL Cole, PIT Colon, NYM Shields, S-D Burnett, PIT

8-1 8-2 8-3 7-0 6-1

GAMES PITCHED

Watson, PIT Strop, CHC Avilan, ATL Jeffress, MIL

28 28 28 28

SAVES

Rosenthal, STL Storen, WAS Familia, NYM Melancon, PIT Grilli, ATL Casilla, S-F

17 17 16 16 15 15

INNINGS PITCHED

Hamels, PHL Scherzer, WAS Harang, PHL Shields, S-D

81.1 77.2 77.0 75.1

STRIKEOUTS

Shields, S-D Kershaw, LAD Scherzer, WAS Hamels, PHL Liriano, PIT

92 90 90 84 81

COMPLETE GAMES Miller, ATL

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NASCAR | POCONO

Clicking with crew when it matters Earnhardt bonds with new chief

BY DAN GELSTON AP Sports Writer

Photo provided

CatMatt and many other fishermen hope to reel in a big catch like this one during the Cabela’s King Kat fishing tournament Saturday on the Rock River.

Cabela’s King Kat on tap I

t was the night before Cabela’s and all through the garage, the bubblers were bubbling keeping the bait alive. The boat was all loaded, the gas tank was filled, and that’s kind of where this whole thing ends.

The night before this big annual tournament is an exciting time for us catfishermen. We wait all year for this deal and when it gets here, we’ve made plans and caught bait, and we know where the fish are.

We’ve dreamed of getting handed a big check and on and on. Heck, I know a bunch a guys that won’t sleep Thursday night like young kids on Christmas Eve. Truth is, for most all the preparation and planning, all goes for

unbelievable that has never happened to you before happens on this Fishing special day. That is more guide from common than actually Prophetstown.

He can be having everything go reached at your way and winning. flathead After all, only one team mechanic40 @gmail.com can win the thing right.

So, for most, it will be disappointment and back to the drawing board. naught. The fish that Now I hate to bring you have been on sudany fellow fisherman denly have left the coun- down, it’s just a fact of ty. The boat motor you competition. There is a never have a problem winner, and then there’s with suddenly doesn’t a bunch of not winners. want to start, and the See, I didn’t say losers bait you gathered and because that would be babied so carefully sud- sad, especially since I denly decides to fall fall into that group most over dead. You could of the time. The good blow a tire on the way to thing is I know this large weigh in your catch, but group of fishermen very that would be to easy or well, and there really is a great attitude and vibe obvious, I suppose. regardless the outcome.

Something incredibly

mattJONES

We all enjoy the 2 days of fishing, regardless of our finish.

The weigh-in is alive, with talk of the big ones that got away. Or the very common, “I wish I’d a went here instead of there,” and all that jazz. Just a lot of great fishing stuff going on.

All this stuff going on is what makes this event so special, and why it is so well attended every year.

So, like I do every year, I encourage you all to make your way over to Page Park in Dixon for the final weigh in Saturday evening from 3 p.m. to it’s conclusion sometime around 5.

You won’t be sorry, it’s a great time.

Until next week. Go Catfish.

LONG POND, Pa. – Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Steve Letarte were as much a comedy team around the garage as they were championship contenders last season.

Carefree and cracking jokes, Earnhardt and his crew chief were best buds, one-liners flowing as often as victory lane champagne.

“Everything’s on the table as far as conversation,” Earnhardt said.

The chemistry on the Hendrick Motorsports team led to Earnhardt’s career renaissance in the No. 88 Chevrolet. He won the Daytona 500, swept Pocono Raceway and was in the thick of the Chase for the Sprint Cup championship until the final races.

Like so many great comedy duos, Earnhardt and Letarte split up.

Letarte took his open mic skills to the NBC Sports broadcast booth. Greg Ives, a race engineer for Jimmie Johnson’s record run of five consecutive championships, was team owner Rick Hendrick’s No.

Pocono 400 When: Noon, Sunday Where: Pocono Raceway in Long Pond, Pennsylvania TV: FS1 Polesitter: Kurt Busch 1 choice to replace Letarte.

Light on laughs, Earnhardt and Ives have clicked on the track. They have eight top 10s, won at Talladega and are fifth in the points standings.

And they’re back to Pocono, where Earnhardt reigns as the defending race winner. Earnhardt won both races on the tri-oval track last season, and is trying to become the third driver in Pocono history to win here three straight times.

Tim Richmond swept in 1987 and won the June 1987 race and Bobby Allison swept in 1982 and won the June 1983 race.

There’s another streak on the line, as well: Hendrick drivers have won the last five Pocono races. Jeff Gordon, Jimmie Johnson and Kasey Kahne have the other three.

COLLEGE BASEBALL | ILLINOIS VS. VANDERBILT

Title defense goes through Illinois Defending national champs Vanderbilt takes on Illini

BY DAVID MERCER Associated Press

CHAMPAIGN – Not much changes from game to game for Carson Fulmer.

Vanderbilt’s junior pitcher doesn’t watch much film, and he doesn’t spend much time on scouting reports or worrying about how to pitch to this hitter or that one. He throws strikes, and hard ones at that – 97 or 98 mph on the high end.

“You know what you’re getting when you send him out there,” Commodores coach Tim Corbin said as he prepared his team for this weekend’s super regional at Illinois. “He’s very predictable in his approach, he doesn’t deviate.”

That’s why Corbin will hand the ball to his ace Saturday when the Commodores (45-19) face the Illini in the opener of the best-of-three series that has a College World Series berth for the winner.

Illinois first baseman David Kerian said the Illini (50-81) won’t be overwhelmed by Corbin, who is expected to be among the first 10 players taken in next week’s Major League Baseball draft.

“We hit velocity really well so far,” Kerian said, pointing out that they regularly practice against Illinois reliever Tyler Jay, who throws in the mid-90s. “Our approach is good enough so we don’t swing out of our shoes when somebody’s throwing that hard.”

The Commodores’ trip to Illinois will be their third straight super regional appearance – including last year’s national championship season – and fifth in 6 years. The Illini don’t have that kind of track record, but they have made it to regionals in three of the past five seasons.

Kerian said Illinois won’t be blown away by Vandy’s reputation, either.

“They’re going to be great players,” he said. “They’re here for a reason. So are we.”

Things to watch this weekend as

AP

Dale Earnhardt Jr. looks on before final practice for Sunday’s NASCAR Sprint Cup race at Dover International Speedway in Dover, Del. Earnhardt Jr. is looking for his third straight win at the track.

TENNIS | FRENCH OPEN

Djokovic, Murray get semifinal break Rain drives players off court in Paris

BY HOWARD FENDRICH AP Tennis Writer

AP

Illinois’ David Kerian flattens Wright State catcher Sean Murphy during the regional tournament in Champaign on Monday. The Illini will face defending national champion Vanderbilt in a best-of-three super regional.

Champaign super regional Vanderbilt vs. Illinois Saturday: 7 p.m., ESPNU Sunday: 8 p.m., ESPNU Monday: 7 p.m.

Illinois and Vanderbilt battle for a trip to Omaha: Offensive power: Vanderbilt won the title last year, despite hitting only 22 home runs all season.

This year, three Commodores alone topped that with Dansby Swanson, Zander Wiel and Rhett Wiseman combining for 41.

Vanderbilt already has 62 home runs in 64 games.

Illinois coach Dan Hartleb likes to say Illinois isn’t a power team, but the Illini have 54 home runs in 59 games.

Stay focused: The Illini and

Commodores say looking no further than the game in front of them is important. But Illinois might have an edge in that department. The Illini clung hard to the one-game-at-a-time philosophy during their 27-game winning streak, refusing to look beyond any given day’s opponent, pitcher David Duchene said. It helped them stay loose.

“If you guys hung out here all practice, you’d really see there’s not that much pressure,” he said just as a flurry of PG13-rated chatter broke out, right on cue, in the outfield behind him.

“See?” he said, red-faced and laughing. “This is how loose it is.”

Rematch: Vanderbilt and Illinois have some postseason history. The last time the teams faced each other was at the 2013 regional at Vanderbilt, a 10-4 Illini loss.

PARIS – Novak Djokovic has waited and waited to win his first French Open title and complete a career Grand Slam, worrying about when – or perhaps even whether – he would get another chance after coming close in recent years.

Now Djokovic must ponder all of that a little longer: His semifinal against Andy Murray was suspended in the fourth set Friday night, initially halted because of an impending storm, and then put off altogether when the rain did arrive minutes later.

The No. 1-seeded Djokovic won the first two sets 6-3, 6-3 and appeared to be in control, before No. 3 Murray took the third 7-5. At 3-all in the fourth, with dark clouds moving in and light fading, they were ushered off the court. Djokovic and Murray will resume Saturday at 1 p.m. local time, a little more than 16 hours after they stopped.

The eventual winner will face a much-more-rested Stan Wawrinka of Switzerland in Sunday’s final.

The eighth-seeded Wawrinka, who eliminated Roger Federer in the quarterfinals, followed that up by defeating France’s JoWilfried Tsonga 6-3, 6-7 (1), 7-6 (3), 6-4 in Friday’s opening semifinal. Waw-

Saturday’s plan Men’s semifinal: No. 1 Novak Djokovic vs. No. 3 Andy Murray Women’s final: No. 1 Serena Williams vs. No. 13 Lucie Safarova rinka succeeded largely on the strength of one statistic: He saved 16 of 17 break points.

There were a few whistles and jeers directed at Wawrinka after he ended Tsonga’s bid to give France a men’s champion at its own tournament, something that last happened when Yannick Noah won in 1983.

“Jo is always a tough player to play,” Wawrinka said, “especially when he’s playing at home.”

The first chants of “Songah! Son-gah!” accompanied by rhythmic clapping arrived before the first point was played, and they returned over and over at key junctures, as did yells of “Allez, Jo!” and other support for Tsonga that prompted the chair umpire to ask for quiet.

The temperature topped 90 degrees at Court Philippe Chatrier, and the players wrapped towels filled with ice around their necks at changeovers to try to cool off.

“Heat didn’t bother me,” Tsonga said. “My opponent made my life difficult.”

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Nora Ephron, an author and a screenwriter who died in 2012, said, “I always read the last page of a book first so that if I die before I finish, I’ll know how it turned out.”

That is depressing, but at the bridge table, it is excellent if, from trick one, you can envision how the deal will end up in your favor.

This week, we have looked at a slightly more advanced topic: elimination and endplay.

In our final example, how should South play in six hearts after West leads the spade queen to dummy’s king?

North’s sequence was a tad unscientific, especially as it was not certain that South had a high diamond. But it

kept the defenders in the dark.

South has two possible losers, one in each minor. And someone who does not know about endplays would try first the diamond finesse, then,

when it lost, hope to find the club queen. However, the contract is a certainty.

Declarer draws the missing trumps, cashes dummy’s spade ace, leads the diamond queen (to tempt East to cover with the king if he has it), wins with his ace, ruffs his last spade, and casts adrift with dummy’s diamond 10.

Note that declarer has drawn trumps, but has at least one left in each hand to benefit from a ruff-and-sluff, he has eliminated two side suits, and has lost the lead.

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SCOREBOARD Class 1A state tournament at Dozer Park, Peoria Friday’s results • Cobden 6, Fulton 2 • Okawville 5, Okaw Valley 3 Saturday’s games • Third place, Fulton vs. Okaw Valley, 9 a.m.

• Championship, Cobden vs. Okawville, 11:30 a.m.

Friday’s 1A box scores Semifinal at Dozer Park, Peoria

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1A STATE SEMIFINAL | COBDEN 6, FULTON 2

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Cobden flips script on Steamers by rallying for win

COBDEN 6, FULTON 2 Fulton 002 000 0 — 2 5 1 Cobden 001 041 x — 6 10 1 W – Logan Spalt (14-1). L – Jack Lemke (5-4).

(At bats-runs-hits) FULTON (21-9) Seth Sanderson ss 4-1-0, Trey Simmons 2b 3-0-0, Devon Ballard 3b-p 2-0-1, Jack Lemke p-cf 3-0-1, Colin Houzenga lf 3-01, Jake VanZuiden c 3-0-0, Cole McClary rf-3b 3-0-1, Erik North dh 3-0-0, Michael Dixon cf-rf 0-0-0, Jason Ryder 1b 2-1-1.

Totals: 26-2-5.

Lemke (4+ IP, 5 ER, 8 H, 3 SO, 4 BB, 1 WP), Ballard (2 IP, 1 ER, 2 H, 2 SOP, 0 BB) and VanZuiden. SB – Sanderson. E – Simmons. LOB – 6.

COBDEN (26-6) J.T. Moore cf 4-3-3, Logan Spalt p 4-04, Austin Lewey cr 0-1-0, Parker Flamm 1b 4-1-1, Sam Cohen c 2-0-1, Brandon Shields cr 0-1-0, Theron Sweitzer ss 2-01, Dylan Duty 3b 1-0-0, Jacob Furlow dh 2-0-0, Trevor Middleton 2b 0-0-0, Cayden Childers rf 3-0-0, John Russell lf 3-0-0.

Totals: 25-6-10.

Spalt (7 IP, 2 R, 0 ER, 5 H, 8 SO, 2 BB, 1 HBP, 1 balk) and Cohen. 2B – Moore, Flamm. 3B – Spalt. RBI – Spalt 2, Flamm, Cohen, Sweitzer. SAC – Duty. SF – Sweitzer. E – Duty. LOB – 7.

Semifinal

OKAWVILLE 5, OKAW VALLEY 3 Okawville 000 203 0 — 5 11 1 Okaw Valley 000 030 0 — 3 4 2 W – Brandon Killion (9-3). L – Peyton Hagerman (8-3) (At bats-runs-hits) OKAWVILLE (17-17) Alec Wisneski ss 2-1-1, Mason Drury 2b 3-0-2, Brad Furhop c 4-0-2, Nick Strubhart cf 3-0-1, Killion p 4-0-0, Dakota Garlich 1b 4-0-2, Evan Gaynor pr 0-0-0, Ben Schuette 3b 4-2-2, Shane Ganz lf, Noland Crane 3-1-0. Totals: 31-5-11.

Killion (7 IP, 4 H, 3 R, 3 ER, 5 SO, 1 BB, 1 HBP), 2B – Furhop, Garlich, Ganz. RBI – Drury 2, Wisneski. CS – Drury. SAC – Drury. E – Schuette.

OKAW VALLEY (26-7) Hagerman p/ss 3-0-1, Taylor Coleman 3b 3-0-0, Garret Fritz c 3-0-0, Devon Still 1b 3-0-1, Drew Fruchtl ss/p 3-0-0, Dylan Park 2b 23-0-0, Ian Tiarks dh 1-1-0, Cody Drake lf 3-1-1, Joe Jeffers cf 2-1-1, Connor Cloyd rf 0-0-0. Totals; 24-3-4.

Hagerman (6 IP, 9 H, 5 R, 5 ER, 6 SO, 2 BB, 1 HBP), Fruchtl (1 IP, 2 H, 0 R, 1 SO, 1 BB). 2B – Drake. RBI – Hagerman 2, Jeffers. SB – Jeffers. E – Coleman, Park.

Class 2A state tournament at Dozer Park, Peoria Friday’s results • Rockford Christian 2, St. Bede 1 • Williamsville 4, Teutopolis 1 Saturday’s games • Third place, St. Bede vs. Teutopolis, 9 a.m.

• Championship, Rockford Christian vs.

Williamsville, 11:30 a.m.

Friday’s box scores Semifinal

ROCKFORD CHRISTIAN 2, ST. BEDE 1, 9 inn.

St. Bede 100 000000 — 1 6 1 Rfd. Christian 001 000001 — 2 6 1 W – Nolan Gazouski (6-0). L – Jarret Olson (10-2) (at bats-runs-hits) ST. BEDE (23-9) Matt Szczepniak ss 3-1-1, Jack Brady 2b 4-0-1, Olson p 4-0-2, Josh Sapp pr/ ph 1-0-0, Gabe Braboy dh 3-0-0, G.W. Leynaud 1b 4-0-0, Brady Booker rf 4-0-0, Nathan Bartley c 3-0-1, Nick Plankenhorn 3b 3-0-1, Sam Halm lf 2-0-0, Nick Szczepaniak cf 0-0-0. Totals: 31-1-6.

Olson (8 1/3 IP, 6 H, 2 R, 2 ER, 8 SO, 3 BB). RBI – Braboy. SB – Sapp. CS – Brady. SAC – Braboy, Plankenhorn. E – M. Szcaepaniak.

ROCKFORD CHRISTIAN (35-6) David Prisby cf/2b 3-0-0, Jake McClellan c 4-0-1, Gazsouski ss/p 4-0-0, Jake Kellerman dh 4-0-2, Luke Joiner dh 0-0-0, Cameron Santolino 3b 2-0-0, Satchel Daleo 2b/ SS 3-0-1, Caleb Bubnack 1b 2-0-0, Jacob Gugle rf/cf 2-0-0, Brandon Williams ph 1-0-0, Nick Frahm lf 3-1-2, Alec Powell p/rf 0-1-0. Totals: 28-2-6.

Powell (6 IP, 6 H, 1 R, 1 ER, 10 SO, 0 BB), Gazsouski (3 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 3 SO, 1 BB). RBI – McClellan, Daleo. SB – Daleo, Frahm.

CS – Joiner. SAC – Prisby, Santolin. E – Gazsouski.

Semifinal

WILLIAMSVILLE 4, TEUTOPOLIS 1 Williamsville 200 010 1 — 4 7 1 Teutopolis 000 100 0 — 1 5 2 W – John Beal (7-1). L – Kyle Smith (5-2) (at bats-runs-hits) WILLIAMSVILLE (31-6) Joe Roscetti 2b 4-0-0, Dan Daykin lf 3-10, Talon File ss 3-2-2, Andrew Roberts pr 0-1-0, Vince Vignali cf 4-0-2, Luke Bleyer p/1b 3-0-2, Beal pr/p 1-0-0, Justin Beggs c 2-0-0, Logan Kramer ph 1-0-0, Dayton Edwards rf 1-0-0, Sam Fanale 1b/rf 1-0-1, Drew Keenan 3b 3-0-0. Totals: 26-4-7.

Bleyer (3 1/3 IP, 5 H, 1 R, 1 ER, 1 SO, 2 BB). 2B – File. RBI – File 2, Vignali 2. SAC – Bleyer, Beggs, Edwards. E – File.

TEUTOPOLIS (31-6-1) Devin Smith 3b 3-0-0, Louis Niemerg ss 3-0-1, Jordan Thoele c 4-0-1, Jordan Bloemer pr/rf 0-0-0, AustinHartke dh 3-00, John Kreke 1b 3-0-0, Brock Mette lf 2-1-0, Austin Johnson rf/p 3-0-1, Jacob Roepke 2b 3-0-2, Thomas Flach cf 3-0-0, K. Smith p 0-0-0. Totals: 27-1-5.

K. Smith (6 2/3 IP, 7 H, 4 R, 2 ER, 3 SO, 3 BB). RBI – Flach. SB – Roepke, Flach.

E – Niemerg, Johnson

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Fulton’s Jake VanZuiden leaps, but can’t catch the throw as Cobden’s sixth run crosses the plate during Friday’s 1A state semifinal in Peoria.

BY TY REYNOLDS treynolds@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5554 @STyReynolds

PEORIA – All postseason long, the Fulton Steamers have been comeback kids. Friday morning in the Class 1A baseball state semifinals, Cobden turned the tables on them.

After Fulton scored a pair of unearned runs after a two-out error in the top of the third, the Appleknockers answered with five runs in their final two atbats in a 6-2 victory at Dozer Park.

The loss knocks Fulton (21-9) into Saturday morning’s thirdplace game against Okaw Valley, while Cobden will play Okawville for the 1A state title.

“It definitely hurts to get beat at our own game,” Fulton sophomore Cole McClary said. “We hit the ball fine, it’s just that it was to them almost every single time. I think we played fine defensively, too, it’s just that they hit the gaps.

“They found a way to get it between our outfielders, and in the hole in the infield. We couldn’t find a gap, and there’s nothing you can do about that.”

Cobden (26-6) put pressure on the Steamer defense in every inning but the fourth, but starter Jack Lemke worked out of three jams to keep the Steamers ahead 2-1 through four frames.

But the Appleknockers broke through big-time in the top of the fifth. Leadoff hitter J.T. Moore led off the inning with a ringing single through the middle, then Logan Spalt helped his own cause with a towering triple off the fence in left-center.

Parker Flamm followed with a double off the fence down the left-field line to plate Spalt, then he scored on Sam Cohen’s single back up the middle.

“They were jumping on everything,” Lemke said. “Fastballs, hanging curveballs in a tough spot, they were just hitting it hard.”

A walk to Theron Sweitzer ended Lemke’s day, giving way to Devon Ballard. A sacrifice bunt was followed by Jacob Furlow’s sac fly, and the Appleknockers led 5-2.

“That’s what the kids were talking about in the dugout,” Cobden coach Craig Partridge said. “They were saying, ‘We’re going to score,’ so there was never a down point, even when they went ahead. We felt like we were going to put something on

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Fulton’s Seth Sanderson is called out at the plate during Friday’s 1A state semifinal game against Cobden at Dozer Park in Peoria. Sanderson had tried to score from second on a single by Jack Lemke, but the throw from the outfield beat him to the plate. Fulton lost 6-2.

Star of the game: Logan Spalt, complete game, 2 R, 0 ER, 5 H, 8 SO, 2 BB, 1 HBP; also 4-for-4, 3B, 2 RBIs Key performers: J.T. Moore, Cobden, 3-for-4, 2B, 3 runs; Jason Ryder, Fulton, 1-for-2, run scored; Cole McClary, Fulton, 1-for-3, diving catch & double play Up next: Class 1A thirdplace game, Fulton vs. Okaw Valley, 9 a.m. Saturday, Dozer Park, Peoria the board.”

“I think Jack handled the pressure fine,” McClary said. “It’s just after so long, they’re going to get that big hit that finally drives in some runs.”

The offensive outburst was set up by a defensive gem. With Seth Sanderson on second and Trey Simmons on first with two outs, Spalt intentionally walked Devon Ballard to get to Lemke, who had been in a mini-slump.

Lemke promptly singled to left, but Sanderson was thrown out at home by John Russell for the third out, keeping the Appleknockers’ deficit at 2-1.

“I’ve got my leadoff hitter on second base, probably one of the best baserunners I’ve ever coached in Seth Sanderson,” Fulton coach Kyle Miller said.

“We can debate whether he was safe or out - I’m not going to do

that right now – but I’ll send him 99 out of 100 times in that situation.”

“That throw from John was huge, it’s what got us going,” Spalt said. “I feel like every time we get a big lead, I’m pretty confident that we can hold it. The bats finally got going today, and that’s what really helped us.”

It was more than enough for Spalt (14-1), who gave up two unearned runs and five hits while striking out eight, walking two and hitting a batter. With both defenses on their game, the quick turnaround took some of the wind out of the Steamers’ sails.

“We just sit there and battle, and try to have quality at-bats and put them together,” Partridge said. “We finally did that, and when that dude’s on the mound, we feel like a three- or four-run lead is pretty safe.”

Fulton struck first, scoring two runs after a two-out error in the top of the third. Jason Ryder broke up Spalt’s no-hitter with a two-out single up the middle, a high hopper that Spalt tried to field with his bare hand. Sanderson reached on a throwing error that allowed Ryder to score from first, then Trey Simmons drew a walk and Ballard ripped a sharp single to left to load the bases.

Spalt then got called for a balk, allowing Sanderson to trot home for a 2-0 lead.

“I tried to keep my composure, for the most part, but it hap-

pens sometimes,” Spalt said of the balk. “When there’s a guy on second, we focus on one of the signs, and I forgot that we were putting down multiple signs.

So I went off the first one, and started moving into my windup, then I realized ‘Oh crap, we’re supposed to be doing this other sign.’ It was just a brain fart.”

But the Appleknockers scored a run in the bottom of the inning on McClary’s diving catchturned-double play that allowed Moore to tag up from third, and the Steamers couldn’t grab the momentum back.

“We’ve been down a few times in the postseason, and we’ve really just battled back,” Lemke said. “We were still going to bring it, we just couldn’t finish with a win today.”

Lemke gave up five earned runs and eight hits in four-plus innings, striking out three and walking four. Ballard gave up an earned run and two hits over the final two innings, striking out two without a walk.

“I’ve said all along that we didn’t want to come down here and beat ourselves,” Miller said.

“I’m fine with getting beat by a team that plays well, we just didn’t want to get beat by ourselves.

“They beat us, period, end of discussion. They hit balls in the gap, they came up with clutch hitting, and that’s a good ball club. I’d be surprised if they weren’t the state champions.”

COMMENTARY

Defense steals show in state semifinal P

EORIA – Read any baseball story, and you’ll always get the scoop on the offensive stars with the big hits and RBIs. But I’d be remiss if I didn’t give the defense some dap during Friday’s Class 1A state semifinal between Fulton and Cobden.

Both teams had their pitchers’ backs in this one, as the Steamers made two stellar web gems to go with making almost every routine play. Not to be outdone, the Appleknockers saved their own bacon with a perfect throw to home plate to cut down a run.

As big as that third out at home plate was in the fifth inning – it kept Fulton’s lead at 2-1, and sparked a four-run frame in the next halfinning that put Cobden in control – the play of the game belonged to Steamer sophomore Cole McClary.

With runners on first and third and nobody out in the bottom of the third, right fielder McClary sprinted after a shallow fly ball, laid out completely with a perfectly timed dive, and snagged Parker

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on the run for the second out of Fulton pitcher Jack Lemke’s lone 1-2-3 inning.

Plays like those are dear to this scribe’s heart. As a mediocre hitter (well, to be honest, that’s being kind to myself), defense is where I always tried to make an impact.

I, too, would dream of Alex T. Paschal/apaschal@saukvalley.com Fulton’s Cole McClary rolls over after diving to make a catch during Friday’s making the diving catch 1A state semifinal against Cobden at Dozer Park in Peoria. McClary made the and saving the game, although the closest I catch and got up in time to throw a runner out at first base. came was throwing a runner out from center Flamm’s bid for an RBI catch like that,” McClary a subsequent walk and field during a Babe Ruth bloop single. said. “You think of it single would have tied game when my team was But it didn’t end there. every night before you go the score had McClary already well ahead.

Courtesy runner Austin to bed, ‘Hey, I’m going not come to the rescue.

Pitchers really love Lewey, thinking the ball to make a diving catch In the next inning, them, too. would fall in, had strayed tomorrow.’ It just came Devon Ballard got into “That really brought the way too far off of first out me in the perfect the act. Playing third base, intensity to everybody,” base. McClary fired a spot, I dove and it ended he turned his back to the strike to first baseman up in my glove. infield on a pop foul down Lemke said. “Those guys are great athletes makJason Ryder to easily “After I rolled and got the left-field line off the ing huge defensive plays, double up Lewey, while up, I finally realized how bat of Cayden Childers.

J.T. Moore tagged from far off first he was, and I Sprinting toward the bull- and it’s great knowthird and scored. threw it and got him.” pen while keeping his eye ing your guys are there “It’s every outfielder’s Even though the run on the ball, Ballard caught behind you in the field to back you up.” dream to make a diving cut Fulton’s lead to 2-1, the ball over his shoulder

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STATE SOFTBALL EXTRA

Saturday, June 6, 2015

1A STATE SEMIFINAL | SOMONAUK 4, NEWMAN 2

SCOREBOARD Class 1A state tournament at EastSide Centre, East Peoria Friday’s results • Hardin Calhoun 1, Wayne City 0 • Somonauk 4, Newman 2 Saturday’s games • Third place, Newman vs Wayne City, 10 a.m.

• Championship, Hardin Calhoun vs.

Somonauk, 12:30 p.m.

Friday’s 1A box scores Semifinal

SOMONAUK 4, NEWMAN 2 Somonauk 101 002 0 — 4 8 0 Newman 000 200 0 — 2 1 3 W – Bailee Krantz (13-2). L – Sam Miller (3-4). S – Nicole Krupp (1) (At bats-runs-hits) SOMONAUK (27-4) Maddie Kawall cf 4-2-2, Bailee Krantz p/2b 4-0-0, Nicole Krupp ss/p 3-0-2, Tayler Fall 2b/ss 3-1-1, Avery Sexton lf 2-1-2, Jensen Parks 3b 3-0-0, Kylee Fall 1b 3-0-1, Amaya Zimmerman dp 3-0-0, Liah Frederick rf 2-00, Kayla Heerhold pr 0-0-0, Mackenzie Jackson c 0-0-0. Totals: 27-4-8.

Krantz (6 IP, 1 H, 2 R, 2 ER, 9 SO, 4 BB).

Krupp (1 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 1 SO, 0 BB). RBI – Fall 2, Krantz, Krupp. SAC – Sexton. LOB – 6.

NEWMAN (20-10) Julie Hurd c 2-0-0, Mady Ferris ss 2-1-0, Jenna Stevens 3b 1-1-0, Waldschmidt p/1b 3-0-1, Hillary Grennan pr 0-0-0, Sam Miller 1b/p 1-0-0, Bailey Boesen pr 0-0-0, Rhyanna Hadden cf 2-0-0, Sarah Trujillo 2b 3-0-0, Madalyn Klein rf 3-0-0, Morgan Ely lf 1-0-0, Grace Ely lf 1-0-0. Totals: 19-2-1 Waldschmidt (4 IP, 4 H, 2 R, 1 ER, 1 SO, 1 BB), Miller (3 IP, 4 H, 2 R, 2 ER, 5 SO, 2 BB). RBI – Waldschmidt, Hadden. E - Hurd, Hadden, Trujillo. LOB – Newman 3.

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A liner squirts past Newman third baseman Jenna Stevens to lead off Friday’s 1A state semifinal game against Somonauk at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Comets lost 4-2, and they will play for third place on Saturday.

Sudden cold swing Somonauk’s Krantz makes Newman’s bats feel blue

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EAST PEORIA – Newman’s postseason hit parade came to a screeching halt, and with it, a chance at a state softball championship.

The Comets managed just one hit, and compounded the problem with mistakes in the field and on the base paths, on their way to a 4-2 loss to Somonauk in a 1A state tournament semifinal on Friday afternoon at Eastside Centre.

“The offense was really the game-changer for us today,” sophomore pitcher Lakyn Waldschmidt said. “We had been hitting really well, but we didn’t today. We didn’t give up, and that’s all we can ask for.”

“We struggled with the bats today,” senior catcher Julie Hurd added, “but they took advantage of our errors. I’m not disappointed in our team at all, though. There’s nobody that I’d rather be with than our team.”

Newman (20-10) will take on Wayne City, which lost its semifinal 1-0 to Hardin Calhoun, in the third-place game Saturday at 10 a.m. Somonauk and Hardin Calhoun meet for the title at 12:30 p.m.

“Two teams get to end their

Star of the game: Kylee Fall, Somonauk, 2-run 1B Key performers: Maddie Kawall, Somonauk, 2-for-4, 2 runs, 2 stolen bases; Lakyn Waldschmidt, Newman, 4 IP, 2 R, 1 ER, 4 H; 1-for-3, RBI Up next: Third-place game, Newman vs. Wayne City, 10 a.m. Saturday season with a win, and we’re going to try to be one of those teams,” Waldschmidt said. “If we bring our bats and do what we do best, we’ll be able to do it.”

Somonauk (27-4) scored a pair of runs in the top of the sixth to break a 2-2 tie. With runners on second and third and two out, Kylee Fall hit a line drive to right-center field off reliever Sam Miller that Newman outfielder Rhyanna Hadden fielded on one hop. Tayler Fall and Avery Sexton scored on the play.

“I didn’t start off too hot with hitting,” said Kylie Fall, who grounded out her first two times at the plate, “but I can go 0-for2 and still get the game-winning hit. That’s all anybody is going to remember.”

The only inning the Comets were able to break through in was the fourth, when they scored two runs. Mady Ferris drew a one-out walk, then Jenna

Stevens was hit by a pitch.

The next batter, Waldschmidt, hit a soft liner up the middle that dribbled into center field and drove in Ferris, who dove Pete Rose-style across home plate.

After a walk to Miller, Rhyanna Hadden lofted a sacrifice fly to medium-depth center that brought in Stevens with the tying run.

With the ball in the infield, however, Hillary Grennan, pinch-running for Waldschmidt, broke for third base and was tagged out, ending the rally.

In the first inning, Ferris was doubled up off of first base on a fly ball to right that was gloved

by Somonauk’s Liah Frederick, killing another potential scoring opportunity.

Newman also committed three errors in the field.

“Defensively, we were tense,” Newman coach JD Waldschmidt said. “Monday night, Princeville [who Newman beat 5-2 in 11 innings] was tense. We’ve just got bring our gloves and be ready to play tomorrow.”

Lakyn Waldschmidt worked the first four innings in the circle, allowing two runs (one earned), four hits and a walk, with one strikeout.

Miller (3-4) took the loss, allowing two runs (both earned), four hits, and two walks, with five

strikeouts.

Somonauk leadoff batter Maddie Kowall created havoc on the bases early in the game to score her team’s first two runs.

In the first, she singled, stole second, and took third on an errant throw by Newman catcher Hurd. Kawall then scored on a groundout by Bailee Krantz.

In the third, Kawall led off with a bunt single and stole second.

Nicole Krupp then hit a sharp grounder that was bobbled

by Newman second baseman Sarah Trujillo. She scrambled to get the ball and flip it to Miller at first base, but Krupp was safe on the play.

Meanwhile, the speedy Kawall motored around from second base on the play to score and give her team a 2-0 lead.

Krantz (13-2) got the win, allowing two runs, one hit, and four walks in six innings, with nine strikeouts. She was taken out of the game after walking Miller to lead off the seventh inning, but Krupp came in and retired three batters to end the game.

“I noticed they were standing far up in the box, so I just pitched them inside to get on their hands,” Krantz said. “Then they started realizing I was pitching inside, so I went outside.”

Wayne City 000 000 0 — 0 0 0 Hardin Calhoun100 000 X — 1 4 1 W – Grace Baalman (26-3). L – Claire Miller (20-3) (At bats-runs-hits) WAYNE CITY (23-3-1) Tori Pasley cf 3-0-0, Esther Smith lf 3-0-0, Miller p 3-0-0, Allyson Taylor c 3-0-0, Caisie Hart 3B 2-0-0, DeeAnna Reed ss 2-0-0, Sara Green 2B 2-0-0, Abby Reeves 1B 2-0-0, Gracie McCormick rf 2-0-0. Totals: 22-0-0.

Miller (6 IP, 4 H, 1 R, 1 ER, 14 SO, 0 BB).

LOB – 1.

HARDIN CALHOUN (33-4) Becca Oswald 3-0-0, Madison Lehr c 3-11, Grace Baalman p 3-0-0, Emma Baalman 3b 3-0-2, Sara Brodbeck 2b 2-0-1, Julie Zirkelback cf 2-0-0, Macy Margherio dp 2-00, Kassidy Klocke 1B 2-0-0, Abby Baalman rf 2-0-0, Kyleigh Presley lf 0-0-0. Totals: 22-1-4.

G. Baalman (7 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 14 SO, 0 BB).

SB – Emma Baalman, Brodbeck. E – Emma Baalman. LOB – 3.

Class 2A state tournament at Eastside Centre, East Peoria Friday’s results • Elmwood-Brimfield 4, Kankakee McNamara 0 • Nashville 4, St. Joseph-Ogden 0 Saturday’s games • Third place, Kankakee McNamara 4, St. Joseph-Ogden, 3 p.m.

• Championship, Elmwood-Brimfield vs.

Nashville, 5:30 p.m.

Friday’s 2A boxes Semifinal

ELMWOOD-BRIMFIELD 4, KANKAKEE MCNAMARA 0 E–B 000 000 4 — 4 8 1 McNamara 000 000 0 — 0 2 0 W – Morgan Florey (22-3). L – Alex Storako (11-8) (At bats-runs-hits) ELMW0OD-BRIMFIELD (32-5-1) Florey p 3-0-0, Grace La Follett pr 0-0-0, Kennedy Dura ss 3-0-2, Morgan Ledbetter 1b 4-0-0, Ryleigh Keith c 3-1-1, Allison Pillman 3b 3-1-2, Hannah Baysinger cf 3-1-1, Hannah Huber lf 3-0-0, Abby Frietsch 2b 3-0-0, Kendra Gorham rf 3-1-2. Totals: 28-4-8.

Florey (7 IP, 2 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 17 SO, 0 BB).

RBI – Dura 2, Gorham 2. E – Florey. LOB – 5.

MCNAMARA (26-11) Caitlin Engelking ss 3-0-0, Corinne O’Connor 3b 3-0-1, Shelby Stauffenberg c 3-0-0, Alex Storako p 3-0-0, Baylee Hull 1b 3-0-1, Jenna Lawler cf 3-0-0, Jenna Arseneau 2b 2-0-0, Kaileyi Glass dp 2-0-0, Carly Ford lf 2-0-0, Katlyn Schmidt rf 0-0-0.

Totals: 24-0-2.

Storako (7 IP, 8 H, 4 R, 4 ER, 8 SO, 1 BB).

LOB – 3.

Semifinal NASHVILLE 4, ST. JOSEPH-OGDEN 0 Nashville 310 000 0 — 4 6 1 St. Joes-Ogden 000 000 0 — 0 2 1 W – Maci Ingram (31-2). L – Tori Witruk (31-3)

COMMENTARY

Previous engagement for state weekend E AST PEORIA – Very few events in life could have kept Joe and Deb Salvatori away from the 1A state softball tournament on Friday afternoon.

After all, they bleed Newman blue and white. Joe, a 1972 Newman grad, has coached boys and girls basketball, and softball at the school for more than 30 years. Between games and practices, he seemingly always has something cooking with the Comets.

The same thing goes for Deb, a 1973 Rock Falls graduate. She has coached Newman girls basketball and softball the same length of time her husband has, and she keeps the scorebook for both of those teams.

Their children, Christopher, a 2005 Newman graduate, and twins Michele and Megan, 2009 grads, were all multi-sport athletes for the Comets. Michele was the pitcher and Megan was the first baseman when Newman won its first regional (2007) and conference (2009) champi-

Semifinal

HARDIN CALHOUN 1, WAYNE CITY 0

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Newman’s Mady Ferris reaches out for the throw at second base as Somonauk’s Maddie Kawall slides in safely on a steal attempt during Friday’s 1A state semifinal at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. Newman lost 4-2. onships in softball.

Michele went on to play basketball at Western Illinois University. It was in Macomb where she met and fell in love with Brandon Kreczmer, a football player for the Leathernecks. Kreczmer is now an assistant football coach and girls

basketball coach at Newman.

Michele Salvatori and Brandon Kreczmer will be married on Saturday in Rock Falls, with a reception to follow at Deer Valley Country Club in Deer Grove. A good chunk of Comet Nation is sure to attend, and

part of that crowd will be making a beeline from East Peoria after Newman takes on Wayne City in the third-place game.

Prior to Thursday, Joe was planning to squeeze in a trip to East Peoria to watch the Comets play in the semifinals – a game they would lose 4-2

to Somonauk. Then he thought better of it.

There were tuxedos and flowers to be picked up, and tents, tables and chairs to set up for a brunch on Sunday, to name a few of the day’s tasks. He planned to take a break, however, at 12:30 to listen to the game.

“I’ll be by the radio, because I’m not too good with that streaming stuff,” Joe said with a laugh.

Come Monday, it will be back to normal. There will be more practices to organize, and games to coach. Maybe someday the youngsters he and his wife coach will advance to a state tournament they can actually attend.

“It keeps us young,” Joe said. “We love it.”

(At bats-runs-hits) NASHVILLE (38-2) Jordi Harre 2b 4-1-2, Mackenzie McFeron ss 4-1-1, Emily Thompson cf 4-1-1, Deidra Holzhauer 1b 3-0-0, Daley Buchanan lf 3-00, Brooke Burcham rf 3-0-1, Karly Stanowski c 3-0-1, Alli Liske dp 2-1-0, Paige Kasten 3b 1-0-0, Jordan Stiegman ph 1-0-0, Maci Ingram p 0-0-0. Totals: 28-4-6.

Ingram (7 IP, 2 H, 0 R, 10 SO, 1 BB). 2B – Burcham, Stanowski. RBI – Thompson 2, Burcham, McFeron. SAC – Kasten. SB – Harre, McFeron. E – McFeron. LOB – 5.

ST.JOSEPH-OGDEN (33-4) Ashlynn McConaha cf 2-0-1, Emmy Graver 2b 3-0-0, Mady Poulter ss 3-0-0, Andrea Coursey 3b 3-0-0, Katelyn Burch 1b 3-01, Tori Wtiruk p 3-0-0, Hannah Wesley dp 2-0-0, Allison Rose ph 1-0-0, Kenzie Pence lf 2-0-0, Logan Frerichs rf 2-0-0, Hannah Monk c 0-0-0. Totals: 24-0-2.

Witruk (7 IP, 6 H, 4 R, 4 ER, 4 SO, 1 BB).

E – Coursey. LOB – 4.

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Newman’s Madalyn Klein walks back to the dugout after grounding out to end Friday’s 4-2 loss to Somonauk in a 1A state semifinal game at EastSide Centre in East Peoria.

Saturday, June 6, 2015

STATE EXTRA

SV Weekend • B11

BASEBALL & SOFTBALL NOTEBOOK

Attitude, sleep key to third place games Parade set for Fulton baseball’s return; Comets’ win streak stopped by Somonauk at 13

BY TY REYNOLDS & BRIAN WEIDMAN sports@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5555 @STyReynolds & @BrianWeidman

PEORIA – A loss during the postseason usually spells the end of a team’s season.

But despite falling 6-2 to Cobden in the Class 1A baseball state semifinal on Friday morning at Dozer Park, the Fulton Steamers are still alive and kicking.

They’re also looking to make the most of one last time on the diamond in Saturday’s third-place game against Okaw Valley.

“Obvious disappointment that we’re not in the championship,” Fulton junior Jack Lemke said, “but we just really want to go out with a bang and let these seniors bring home some more hardware.”

Those seniors who will finish their careers at Dozer Park include catcher Jake VanZuiden, shortstop Seth Sanderson, left fielder Colin Houzenga, and reserve Sean Ford.

And as much as a loss on the doorstep of the state title stings, don’t think for a second that the Steamers aren’t going to be ready to go in the season finale.

“It’s not the way we wanted it to end up; obviously, we wanted a state title,” junior Devon Ballard said. “But we’ve just got to forget about it, scratch it out, and come back and get third place.”

Coach Kyle Miller expects nothing less than that attitude from his scrappy crew of

Steamers.

“I’m sitting in a press room right now with reporters, talking about the state tournament, and we get to do it again [Saturday],” Miller said. “We’ve got an opportunity to play a game on the last day of the state tournament in front of great fans in a great ballpark, and we’re going to come out and give it all we’ve got and try to win tomorrow.”

Back to bed: During two separate interviews following Friday’s semifinal loss, Fulton players mentioned sleep as a key to Saturday’s third-place game.

After a reported 9:30 p.m. lights-out policy Thursday night, the Steamers may need to have an earlier curfew for a 9 a.m. first pitch “We want to at least get third place, so we’ll get a good night’s sleep, rest up and come out and get a win tomorrow,” sophomore Cole McClary said, echoing Ballard’s sentiments from just a few minutes prior.

Sounds like Fulton’s going to be bright eyed and bushy tailed Saturday morning.

Welcome home: Win or lose Saturday, Fulton fans will have ample opportunity to celebrate the Steamers’ historic run to the state baseball tournament.

First up, there will be a parade to lead the team back into town Saturday following the 9 a.m. third-place game.

Time will be determined by when the bus gets close to Fulton.

The Steamers will also be honored at 2 p.m. Sunday during

the Clinton Lumberkings’ home game against Bowling Green.

Streak snapped: Newman softball had a 13-game winning streak snapped with the loss to Somonauk. The Comets’ last loss had been to Hall, 6-1 back on May 4.

Somonauk is now riding a 13-game winning streak. The Bobcats’ last loss was on April 29, 6-3 against Hall.

Drought continues: Hardin Calhoun has not allowed a run in six postseason games, outscoring its opponents 35-0 during that span. The latest victim was Wayne City, which fell 1-0 in the first 1A semifinal.

The Warriors are on a 12-game winning streak in which they have outscored their foes 77-0. Their last loss was a 5-4 decision against Jerseyville on May 1.

No mo for SJ-O: St. JosephOgden coach Randy Wolken is the all-time wins leader in IHSA softball history with a record of 947-224 in 36 seasons.

The Spartans were unable to add to the total after a 4-0 loss to Nashville in the Class 2A semifinals. St. Joseph-Ogden will meet Kankakee McNamara in the third-place game Saturday at 3 p.m.

Semi slump: The Sauk Valley hasn’t had great luck in semifinal games at the state softball tournament. Area teams have played in 13 semifinal games, but have won just three of those games.

Schools to win semifinal games are Eastland, Milledgeville and Morrison.

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Newman catcher Julie Hurd fires to first to complete a double play during Friday’s 1A state softball semifinal game against Somonauk at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Comets lost 4-2, breaking a 13-game winning streak.

THROUGH THE LENS | ALEX T. PASCHAL

LEFT: Fulton’s Jason Ryder crosses the plate to score the Steamer’s first run against Cobden during the 1A state semifinal game Friday at Dozer Park in Peoria. Fulton lost 6-2.

ABOVE: Newman’s Mady Ferris slides in safe at home during the 1A state softball game Friday at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The Comets lost 4-2.

LEFT: Fulton’s Jack Lemke fires a pitch Friday against Cobden in the Steamers’ 1A state semifinal game at Dozer Park in Peoria. Fulton lost 6-2.

MIDDLE: Newman’s Rhyanna Hadden is unable to get to a ball in centerfield during Friday’s 1A semifinal against Somonauk at EastSide Centre in East Peoria.

RIGHT: Fulton’s Trey Simmons grabs a line drive for an out during Friday’s loss. The Steamers will play Okaw Valley for third place on Saturday.

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GOLF | MEMORIAL TOURNAMENT

MLB ROUNDUP

Bogey-free Swede Walkoff plunk Lingmerth has 1-shot lead; Tiger makes cut

BY DOUG FERGUSON AP Golf Writing

By the Associated Press

DUBLIN, Ohio – David Lingmerth took a step toward turning his game around with a 7-under 65 at the Memorial on Friday. It gave the Swede a one-shot lead going into a weekend that includes Tiger Woods.

But just barely.

Long after Lingmerth capped off a bogey-free round at Muirfield Village, Woods was 40 yards away from the flag on the 18th green and in dire need of getting up-anddown to save par and avoid missing his first cut at the tournament he has won five times.

For his second straight tournament, he holed a key putt to survive.

“At least I was able to make those putts, so that’s a positive sign,” Woods said after his 2-under 70. “Now I just need to put myself in

AP

David Lingmerth (left) shakes hands with fellow golfers after the second round of the Memorial tournament on Friday in Dublin, Ohio. Lingmerth holds a one-shot lead at 7-under 65. the position where those putts are to win tournaments, not to make cuts.”

He was 11 shots behind Lingmerth, who was at 12-under 132.

Woods had to hang on, making two straight bogeys before his par

save on the final hole.

For Jason Dufner, it was a thrill a minute.

Dufner made a 5 on a par 3 and a 3 on a par 5. And that was before he made a hole-in-one – his fourth eagle of the week – on the par-3 16th hole.

FRIDAY’S SCOREBOARD Auto racing

MLB

NASCAR-Sprint Cup-Axalta We Paint Winners 400 After Friday qualifying; race Sunday At Pocono Raceway Long Pond, Pa. Lap length: 2.5 miles (Car number in parentheses) 1. (41) Kurt Busch, Chevrolet, 177.599.

2. (19) Carl Edwards, Toyota, 177.55.

3. (78) Martin Truex Jr., Chevrolet, 177.522.

4. (24) Jeff Gordon, Chevrolet, 177.211.

5. (4) Kevin Harvick, Chevrolet, 177.2.

6. (3) Austin Dillon, Chevrolet, 176.526.

7. (2) Brad Keselowski, Ford, 175.967.

8. (11) Denny Hamlin, Toyota, 177.676.

9. (48) Jimmie Johnson, Chevrolet, 177.385.

10. (18) Kyle Busch, Toyota, 177.193.

11. (22) Joey Logano, Ford, 176.8.

12. (5) Kasey Kahne, Chevrolet, 176.07.

13. (31) Ryan Newman, Chevrolet, 176.036.

14. (1) Jamie McMurray, Chevrolet, 176.005.

15. (42) Kyle Larson, Chevrolet, 175.943.

16. (27) Paul Menard, Chevrolet, 175.895.

17. (17) Ricky Stenhouse Jr., Ford, 175.699.

18. (13) Casey Mears, Chevrolet, 175.671.

19. (20) Matt Kenseth, Toyota, 175.531.

20. (88) Dale Earnhardt Jr., Chevrolet, 175.466.

21. (55) David Ragan, Toyota, 175.418.

22. (10) Danica Patrick, Chevrolet, 174.832.

23. (15) Clint Bowyer, Toyota, 174.236.

24. (9) Sam Hornish Jr., Ford, 173.819.

25. (43) Aric Almirola, Ford, 174.791.

26. (47) AJ Allmendinger, Chevrolet, 174.771.

27. (16) Greg Biffle, Ford, 174.683.

28. (14) Tony Stewart, Chevrolet, 174.652.

29. (33) Ty Dillon, Chevrolet, 174.317.

30. (51) Justin Allgaier, Chevrolet, 174.031.

31. (46) Michael Annett, Chevrolet, 173.873.

32. (40) Landon Cassill, Chevrolet, 173.772.

33. (6) Trevor Bayne, Ford, 173.695.

34. (7) Alex Bowman, Chevrolet, 173.41.

35. (38) David Gilliland, Ford, 172.467.

36. (34) Brett Moffitt, Ford, 172.437.

37. (23) J.J. Yeley, Toyota, Owner Points.

38. (98) Josh Wise, Ford, Owner Points.

39. (35) Cole Whitt, Ford, Owner Points.

40. (26) Jeb Burton, Toyota, Owner Points.

41. (83) Matt DiBenedetto, Toyota, Owner Points.

42. (32) Travis Kvapil, Ford, Owner Points.

43. (62) Brendan Gaughan, Chevrolet, Owner Points.

AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division W L Pct New York 30 25 .545 Tampa Bay 29 26 .527 Toronto 26 30 .464 Baltimore 25 29 .463 Boston 25 31 .446 Central Division W L Pct Minnesota 32 22 .593 Kansas City 30 22 .577 Detroit 28 28 .500 Cleveland 26 28 .481 Chicago 25 28 .472 West Division W L Pct Houston 34 22 .607 Texas 29 26 .527 Los Angeles 28 27 .509 Seattle 24 30 .444 Oakland 23 34 .404

GB — 1 4½ 4½ 5½ GB — 1 5 6 6½ GB — 4½ 5½ 9 11½

Friday’s results N.Y. Yankees 8, L.A. Angels 7 Toronto 6, Houston 2 Baltimore 5, Cleveland 2 Boston 4, Oakland 2 Chicago White Sox 4, Detroit 3, 11 innings Milwaukee 10, Minnesota 5 Texas 4, Kansas City 0 Tampa Bay at Seattle, late Saturday’s games Houston (Oberholtzer 0-0) at Toronto (Hutchison 4-1), 12:07 p.m.

Milwaukee (Garza 3-7) at Minnesota (Graham 0-0), 1:10 p.m.

Texas (W.Rodriguez 2-2) at Kansas City (Ventura 3-4), 1:10 p.m.

Oakland (Chavez 2-5) at Boston (J.Kelly 1-4), 3:05 p.m.

Baltimore (U.Jimenez 3-3) at Cleveland (Salazar 5-1), 3:10 p.m.

Detroit (Price 4-2) at Chicago White Sox (Danks 3-4), 6:15 p.m.

L.A. Angels (Richards 5-3) at N.Y. Yankees (Warren 3-4), 6:15 p.m.

Tampa Bay (Colome 3-2) at Seattle (F.Hernandez 8-2), 9:10 p.m.

Sunday’s games L.A. Angels at N.Y. Yankees, 12:05 p.m.

Houston at Toronto, 12:07 p.m.

Baltimore at Cleveland, 12:10 p.m.

Oakland at Boston, 12:35 p.m.

Detroit at Chicago White Sox, 1:10 p.m.

Milwaukee at Minnesota, 1:10 p.m.

Texas at Kansas City, 1:10 p.m.

Tampa Bay at Seattle, 3:10 p.m.

Friday’s box score

WHITE SOX 4, TIGERS 3, 11 innings,

Golf

Detroit

PGA – The Memorial Tournament Friday At Muirfield Village Golf Club Dublin, Ohio Purse: $6.2 million Yardage: 7,392; Par 72 Second Round David Lingmerth 67-65—132 -12 Jason Dufner 66-67—133 -11 Andy Sullivan 70-64—134 -10 Ryan Moore 67-67—134 -10 Hideki Matsuyama 64-71—135 -9 Jim Furyk 69-66—135 -9 Francesco Molinari 68-67—135 -9 Brendon Todd 67-68—135 -9 Justin Rose 68-67—135 -9 Patrick Rodgers 69-66—135 -9 Marc Leishman 69-67—136 -8 Bo Van Pelt 64-72—136 -8 Tony Finau 71-66—137 -7 Erik Compton 68-69—137 -7 Thomas Aiken 69-68—137 -7 Kevin Kisner 67-71—138 -6 Brendan Steele 71-67—138 -6 Graham DeLaet 69-69—138 -6 Vijay Singh 71-67—138 -6 Andrew Putnam 72-66—138 -6 Pat Perez 68-70—138 -6 Chris Stroud 70-68—138 -6 Jordan Spieth 68-70—138 -6 Billy Horschel 70-68—138 -6 Harris English 67-71—138 -6 John Huh 72-66—138 -6 Rory Sabbatini 72-67—139 -5 Matt Kuchar 70-69—139 -5 Troy Merritt 70-69—139 -5 Jonathan Byrd 68-71—139 -5 Carl Pettersson 72-67—139 -5 Matt Jones 71-68—139 -5

LPGA – Manulife Classic Friday At Whistle Bear Golf Club Cambridge, Ontario Purse: $1.5 million Yardage: 6,613; Par: 72 Second Round Suzann Pettersen 66-65—131 Mariajo Uribe 65-66—131 Cristie Kerr 63-69—132 Yani Tseng 68-65—133 Victoria Elizabeth 67-66—133 Kim Kaufman 67-66—133 Hyo Joo Kim 66-67—133 Pernilla Lindberg 66-67—133 Brittany Lang 65-68—133 Laetitia Beck 64-69—133 Shanshan Feng 67-67—134 Julieta Granada 65-69—134 Jacqui Concolino 71-64—135 Minjee Lee 69-66—135 Catriona Matthew 69-66—135 Haru Nomura 69-66—135 Katie Burnett 67-68—135 Sandra Gal 64-71—135 Charley Hull 68-68—136 Chella Choi 67-69—136 Sophia Popov 66-70—136 Cheyenne Woods 63-73—136

White Sox win in extras; Cubs fall

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DP–Chicago 2. LOB–Detroit 5, Chicago 6. 2B–Cespedes (18), Abreu (9). 3B–R. Davis (4). HR–Av.Garcia (5), LaRoche (7).

CS–Kinsler (1). S–J.McCann, C.Sanchez.

IP H R ER BB SO Detroit K.Ryan 7 3 2 2 1 4 Chamberlain H,8 1/3 1 0 0 0 0 B.Hardy H,4 1/3 0 0 0 0 0 Soria BS,2-17 1 1/3 1 1 1 0 1 A.Wilson L,1-2 1 2 1 1 1 0 Chicago Quintana 7 9 3 3 2 4 Putnam 1 0 0 0 0 3 Robertson 2 0 0 0 0 3 Petricka W,1-1 1 0 0 0 0 1 A.Wilson pitched to 4 batters in the 11th.

HBP–by A.Wilson (Av.Garcia).

T–3:08. A–24,761 (40,615).

NATIONAL LEAGUE East Division W L Pct New York 30 25 .545 Washington 30 25 .545 Atlanta 26 28 .481 Miami 22 32 .407 Philadelphia 21 35 .375 Central Division W L Pct St. Louis 36 18 .667 Pittsburgh 30 24 .556 Chicago 28 25 .528 Cincinnati 23 30 .434 Milwaukee 19 36 .345 West Division W L Pct Los Angeles 31 23 .574 San Francisco31 25 .554 San Diego 28 28 .500 Arizona 25 28 .472 Colorado 24 28 .462 Friday’s results Washington 7, Chicago Cubs 5 San Francisco 5, Philadelphia 4 San Diego 6, Cincinnati 2 Pittsburgh 10, Atlanta 8 Milwaukee 10, Minnesota 5 Miami at Colorado, late N.Y. Mets at Arizona, late St. Louis at L.A. Dodgers, late

GB — — 3½ 7½ 9½ GB — 6 7½ 12½ 17½ GB — 1 4 5½ 6

Saturday’s games Chicago Cubs (Hammel 4-2) at Washington (J.Ross 0-0), 11:05 a.m.

Milwaukee (Garza 3-7) at Minnesota (Graham 0-0), 1:10 p.m.

San Francisco (Bumgarner 6-2) at Philadelphia (S.Gonzalez 2-1), 2:05 p.m.

Miami (Phelps 2-2) at Colorado (Rusin 1-0), 3:10 p.m.

San Diego (Despaigne 3-3) at Cincinnati (Lorenzen 1-1), 3:10 p.m.

Pittsburgh (Locke 3-3) at Atlanta (Teheran 4-2), 6:10 p.m.

N.Y. Mets (B.Colon 8-3) at Arizona (C.Anderson 1-1), 9:10 p.m.

St. Louis (Jai.Garcia 1-2) at L.A. Dodgers (Kershaw 4-3), 9:10 p.m.

Sunday’s games San Diego at Cincinnati, 12:10 p.m.

Pittsburgh at Atlanta, 12:35 p.m.

San Francisco at Philadelphia, 12:35 p.m.

Milwaukee at Minnesota, 1:10 p.m.

Chicago Cubs at Washington, 3:05 p.m.

Miami at Colorado, 3:10 p.m.

N.Y. Mets at Arizona, 3:10 p.m.

St. Louis at L.A. Dodgers, 7:05 p.m.

Friday’s box scores

NATIONALS 7, CUBS 5 Chicago

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SF–M.Taylor.

IP H R ER BB SO Chicago Wada L,0-1 3 2/3 9 5 5 2 1 E.Jackson 1/3 0 0 0 0 0 T.Wood 2 0 0 0 0 3 Grimm 1 2 1 1 0 1 Rosscup 1 1 1 1 1 1 Washington Roark W,2-2 5 2/3 6 4 4 0 6 Barrett H,8 1/3 0 0 0 0 0 Janssen H,3 1 1 0 0 0 1 Treinen H,4 1 0 0 0 0 2 Storen S,18-19 1 2 1 1 0 2 WP–Grimm. T–2:58. A–36,124 (41,341).

NBA playoffs FINALS (Best-of-7; x-if necessary) Thursday’s result Golden State 108, Cleveland 100, OT Sunday’s game Cleveland at Golden State, 7 p.m.

Tuesday, June 9 Golden State at Cleveland, 8 p.m.

Thursday, June 11 Golden State at Cleveland, 8 p.m.

Sunday, June 14 x-Cleveland at Golden State, 7 p.m.

Tuesday, June 16 x-Golden State at Cleveland, 8 p.m.

Friday, June 19 x-Cleveland at Golden State, 8 p.m.

Alex Wilson hit Avisail Garcia with a with a pitch when the bases were loaded in the 11th inning, and the Chicago White Sox handed the Detroit Tigers their eighth straight loss, 4-3 on Friday night.

Adam LaRoche hit a tying solo homer off Joakim Soria with two outs in the ninth, and the four-time defending AL Central champions matched their longest skid since 2005. The Tigers also fell to .500 for the first time this year.

And this one really had to hurt.

Adam Eaton and Alexei Ramirez started the winning rally for Chicago with back-to-back singles off Wilson (1-2) before Jose Abreu was intentionally walked.

That loaded the bases with none out, and Garcia got hit by a 1-2 pitch.

That made a winner of Jake Petricka (1-1), who worked an inning.

The Tigers looked as if they were on their way to a routine win after Josh Wilson broke a 1-all tie with his two-run single off Jose Quintana in the seventh.

But Garcia homered leading off the bottom half against Kyle Ryan.

LaRoche tied it in the ninth with a drive just beyond a leaping center fielder Rajai Davis’ glove, to send the game into extra innings.

Ryan held Chicago to two runs and three hits over seven solid innings.

He settled down after giving up an RBI double to Jose Abreu in the first and did not allow another run until Gar-

AP

White Sox’s Avisail Garcia (center) celebrates with teammates after being hit by a pitch with the bases loaded during the 11th inning against the Tigers on Friday in Chicago. The White Sox won 4-3. cia’s drive in the seventh, making it 3-2.

The White Sox had the tying run on in the eighth after pinch hitter J.B. Shuck led off with a single against Joba Chamberlain. But with two outs and the runner on third, Soria came in and got Alexei Ramirez to ground out to short to end the inning.

Nationals 7, Cubs 5:

Danny Espinosa gave Washington an early lead with a three-run homer in the second inning and Washington snapped a three-game losing streak with a win over Chicago in Washington, D.C. The Nationals finished with 12 hits and broke out of a recent offensive slump in which they scored only 15 runs, while losing six of their last seven games.

They touched up Chicago starter Tsuyoshi

Wada (0-1) for five runs on nine hits in his 3 2/3 innings. Washington finished with three doubles and a homer off Wada, hitting the ball hard several times.

Starter Tanner Roark (2-2) retired the first 10 batters he faced, but later gave up three homers - two to Chicago’s Anthony Rizzo - and four runs in 5 2/3 innings.

Roark left with a 5-4 lead and four Washington relief pitchers combined to give up just one run in the final 3-plus innings.

Cardinals 2, Dodgers 1: St. Louis scored two

runs in the top of the eighth inning, and Trevor Rosenthal worked a perfect ninth to earn the save and give the Cardinals the win in Los Angeles.

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Monday, June 8 Tampa Bay at Chicago, 7 p.m.

Wednesday, June 10 Tampa Bay at Chicago, 7 p.m.

Saturday, June 13 x-Chicago at Tampa Bay, 7 p.m.

Monday, June 15 x-Tampa Bay at Chicago, 7 p.m.

Wednesday, June 17 x-Chicago at Tampa Bay, 7 p.m.

Tennis

French Open Friday At Stade Roland Garros Paris Purse: $30.86 million (Grand Slam) Surface: Clay-Outdoor Singles Men Semifinals • Stan Wawrinka (8), Switzerland, def. JoWilfried Tsonga (14), France, 6-3, 6-7 (1), 7-6 (3), 6-4.

• Novak Djokovic (1), Serbia, leads Andy Murray (3), Spain, 6-3, 6-3, 5-7, 3-3, susp., Doubles Women Semifinals • Bethanie Mattek-Sands, United States, and Lucie Safarova (7), Czech Republic, def. Andrea Hlavackova and Lucie Hradecka (9), Czech Republic, 6-2, 5-7, 6-4.

• Casey Dellacqua, Australia, and Yaroslava Shvedova (12), Kazakhstan, def.

Ekaterina Makarova and Elena Vesnina (2), Russia, 6-3, 6-2.

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STERLING | NOTEBOOK

Therapist opens near Westwood Phone store adds cable to services; convenience store opening downtown

BY PAM EGGEMEIER peggemeier@saukvalley.com AND BY JERMAINE PIGEE jpigee@saukvalley.com

STERLING – Sauk Valley Physical Therapy, which specializes in orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation at 4204 E. Lincolnway, opened a second location Tuesday near Westwood Fitness Center, 1900 Westwood Drive.

The new 1,200-square-foot clinic will give patients access

to fitness equipment and an indoor track, among other things.

“We are very excited to add Sauk Valley Physical Therapy as a partner,” Paul Zepezauer, director of recreation for the Sterling Park District, said in a release.

The new clinic is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday. Go to www.ostipt. com or call 815-548-9444 for more information.

Sauk Valley Cellular expands services STERLING – Sauk Valley Cellular opened last fall at 608 W. Fourth St., specializing in cellphone plans without contracts.

Now, owner Jeff Wilson is making a big addition to his service offerings. The store is now a Comcast Xfinity authorized dealer, able to help customers with television, phone, Internet, and home security plans.

The opportunity presented itself through the distributor for Wilson’s Boost Mobile services, his star prepaid phone product line.

Wilson hopes the store eventually can become a stop for Comcast equipment.

The Rock Falls service center recently closed, and the nearest Comcast center to the Sauk Valley is in Rockford.

Sauk Valley Cellular is open

from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday.

Call 815-835-2355 for more information.

Convenience store opening STERLING – A new convenience store is opening at 203 E. Second St. NOTEBOOK

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Explain gaps, but don’t be flighty AP

This Artist’s rendering provided by Taco Bell Corp. shows the design of a new Taco Bell restaurant that serves alcohol in the Wicker Park neighborhood of Chicago. Taco Bell says it will serve beer, wine and “mixed alcohol freezes” at the new location, which will open this summer.

Drink outside the bun Chicago Taco Bell opening this summer will serve alcohol NEW YORK (AP) – Taco Bell says it will serve beer, wine and “mixed alcohol freezes” at a new location set to open in Chicago this summer.

The chain, owned by Yum Brands Inc., says the restaurant will have a new design

it’s testing in urban markets.

It says the layout has already been launched in South Korea, Japan and the United Kingdom.

A rendering of the design shows a row of lime-green stools along a bar that peers

into an open kitchen, flanked by an exposed brick wall. The chain says the location “will highlight the work of local artists” to give it a neighborhood feel.

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Fresh take: Subway to hold all artificial ingredients Tribune News Service

Subway is putting a new spin on its “Eat Fresh” motto, saying it will remove all artificial flavors, colors and preservatives from its North American menu by 2017.

The Milford, Connecticutbased company announced the changes Thursday, adding the sandwich purveyor

to a growing list of fast food eateries and other companies that have sworn off artificial ingredients in hopes of attracting more health-conscious customers.

Just last week, Taco Bell

and Pizza Hut said they would use natural alternatives, like real black pepper instead of synthetic ingredients.

Elizabeth Stewart, director of corporate social responsibility, said the food improvement has been in progress at the chain for some time.

“We’re really proud of all the

work we’ve done,” she said.

“This is an ongoing thing for us.”

She said the company will be changing the recipes for all of its products, and has already removed some artificial ingredients, like the caramel coloring in its nine-grain bread and roast beef.

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Dear Dave, I’ve been in my current job for 5 years. I’ve also had a second job for three of those years, but now I’d like to make a change. Do you have any advice on how to convince a potential employer that I’m a good hire, even though I had a couple of jobs in the past that I quit after 1 or 2 months?

– Bill Dear Bill, Quitting a job after a month or so isn’t normally some kind of sin that automatically disqualifies you from being hired.

It might be with some corporate goober who’s looking at things through some silly, onesize-fits-all hiring paradigm, but that alone wouldn’t be the kiss of death around my office.

Now, would we look at something like that and want to know what happened and what your explanation was? Absolutely. But if it made sense, there wouldn’t be a problem. However, if it made you sound flighty or disgruntled with things in general, we’d probably pass.

My guess is that the fields you’re interested in are like most – there’s a lot of importance put on who you know. And I don’t mean this in a negative way.

Work to try to develop good relationships with people in your field and those associated with it. If that’s in place, they can honestly give out positive references.

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APRIL OPTIMIST

The Sterling Optimist Club and Challand Middle School of Sterling announced the April Optimist of the Month. Gretchen Gould, the daughter of Jeff and Brenda Gould, received her award from Sam Meier, club member. She received $50, and designated another $50 to Hospice of the Rock River Valley in Dixon. Photo submitted by Meier.

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Polo Community High School’s April Student of the Month is Jake Hanlon. He plans to attend Augustana College in Rock Island and major in physics-pre-engineering.

STUDENTS RAISE DOUGH

Polo April Student of the Month POLO – Jake Hanlon, 18, of Polo, is Polo Community High School’s April Student of the Month. He is the son of John and Marla Hanlon, and has a brother, John Jr., and a sister, Rikiesa Owens.

Favorite class: Physics. I really like math Least-favorite class: Calculus.

Favorite teacher: Jason Kamp. He is very passionate about what he teaches.

School activities in which you participate: Student council, Spanish Club, Varsity Club, National Honor Society, football, wrestling, track, and basketball

If you could ask President Obama any question, what would it be? Want to play some basketball?

What is your favorite?

App: Clash of Clans Food: Pizza

Game or activity: SkyWhat will you do after rim high school? Attend Augustana College in Actor: John Stamos Rock Island and major in physics-pre-engineering Movie: Gladiator What is something you TV show: “SpongeBob learned in high school SquarePants” that you think you will never use? Imaginary Sports team: Vikings numbers What’s the one thing What kind of music are you listening to? Classic in your life you can’t do without? Television rock What scares you? Clowns.

They always are smiling.

What is your advice for surviving high

school? Participate in as much as possible If you could try any job for a day, what would it be? CEO of Microsoft If you could go anywhere in the world for free, where would it be? Ireland. It is pretty.

What is the last good book you read? “Lord of the Flies” What is your proudest moment? Getting all conference honorable mention in football Is there someone you’d like to send a shout out to? Mom and Dad

Students at Rock Falls High School donated $1,000 from their Doughut-Eating Contest to Sauk Valley Foodbank in Sterling. With the check are Carol Siefken (left), foodbank executive director, and Jamie Leech, RFHS counselor and one of the event’s organizers. Fourteen teams tried to eat the most doughnuts in a short time. The money will be used to stock the shelves at local food pantries.

Photo submitted by Russ Siefken.

LEO SCHOLARSHIPS

DHS BAND AWARDS

Two Dixon High School Leo Club members received $500 scholarships from the Dixon Noon Lions Club at the school’s honors assembly. With their certificates are Alex Helander (left) and Matt Sanders. Photo submitted by Jason Nelson.

SENIORS OF DISTINCTION

Dixon High School Band Award recipients were honored May 17 at the spring awards concert. They are (front row, from left) Maggie Bushman, Louis Armstrong Jazz Award and Outstanding Marching Senior Bandswoman; Renata Young, Outstanding Sophomore Musician; Caroline Costello, Outstanding Marching Sophomore; Katie Hammitt, Outstanding Junior Musician; and Kylie Shaw, Outstanding Marching Freshman; and (back row) Greydan Katner and Matt Sanders, both Robert L. L’Heureux-Peterson Memorial Scholarship, $500; Ian South, John Philip Sousa Award and Outstanding Marching Senior Bandman; Josh Payne, Outstanding Marching Junior; and Jared Harrison, Outstanding Freshman Musician. Photo submitted by Steve Boll.

ROCK FALLS ROYALTY Oregon High School has named its April Senior of Distinction. Lucas Carr received his award from Pat Donahue of Stillman Valley Bank. Photos submitted by Angela Hollaway.

It was “Written in the Stars” was the theme of Rock Falls High School’s May 9 prom. Court members are (from left) Collin Marcum and Bailey Schrader, senior attendants; Tanner Dean, king; Morgan Folgers, queen; Kierstyn Summers, junior princess; and Reid Akerman, junior prince. Photo submitted by Persona Studios.

The May Senior of Distinction is Megan Boehle.

Donahue also presented her award.

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‘Somewhere over the rainbow’

Patricia Puckett of Walnut recently caught the beauty of a double rainbow over farmland.

A red-winged blackbird hitches a ride on a bald eagle May 18 as they head down the rock River near Sterling and Rock Falls. Photo submitted by Dave Tackett of Sterling.

Looking like an alien from space, a jack-in-thepulpit (Arisaema triphyllum) reaches toward the sun recently at Lowell Park in Dixon. Photo submitted by Ann Stover of Dixon.

A rainbow hovers over a barn east of Walnut. Photo submitted by Liz Rodgers of Walnut.

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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STATE CAPITOL VISIT

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MAY STUDENT OF THE MONTH

Eighth-grade students from Reagan Middle School in Dixon are outside the Senate chambers in front of the largest painting in the State Capitol May 19 in Springfield. The students, led by teacher Brigitte Renkes, were greeted by State Sen. Tim Bivins, R-Dixon. Two other groups met with State Rep. Tom Demmer, R-Dixon, in the House of Representatives. Photos submitted by Lisa Sims.

The Morrison Rotary May Student of the Month is Madison Schlegel. She is the daughter of Todd and Christine Schlegel. Schlegel’s accomplishments include Key Club member, junior high teacher’s aide, senior yearbook editor, National Honor Society, and Emmanuel Reformed Church youth group member. This year she will go to Milwaukee on a mission trip to work with at-risk children. She plans to attend Sauk Valley Community College in Dixon, and then transfer to Northern Illinois University in DeKalb to major in elementary education. Photo submitted by Kathy Schmidt.

LEADERSHIP AWARDS

Bivins also greeted Chris Bishop’s class from Reagan Middle School in the Senate chambers.

TO PLAY COLLEGE SPORTS

Dixon High School athletes were honored at an open house May 14 during Rising Seniors College and Career Night at the school. The seniors will go on to play sports in college. They are (seated from left) Chase Fisher, cross-country and track, Xavier University in Cincinnati; Alex Gates, soccer, William Penn University in Oskaloosa, Iowa; JD Gieson, football, U.S. Merchant Marines in Great Neck, New York; Alex Helander, football, Valparaiso University in Indiana, Christian Hicks, football, Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa; Cal Jarrett, baseball, University of Cincinnati; and Amy Rotella, volleyball, St. Louis College of Pharmacy; (standing) Quinton Douglas, football, Benedictine University in Lisle; Laron Carr, basketball, Sauk Valley Community College in Dixon; Matt Coffey, track, St. Ambrose University in Davenport, Iowa; Anthony Deseno, soccer, North Park University in Chicago; Dan Troutman, football, Southwest Minnesota State University (now joining the Marines); Ryan Webb, football, Benedictine University; Cody Mighell, football, Loras College; and Mitchell Wolfe, baseball, SVCC. Photo submitted by Karen Price.

Two students from River Bend Middle School in Fulton were selected by the eighth-grade staff to attend the Principal Association Leadership Awards ceremony May 8 at the Dixon Elks Lodge.

Mandy Alstead and Max Lemke display their plaques, with Kathleen Schipper, Riverbend principal. The students’ parents, Karl and Amy Lemke and Dave and Margaret Alsted, all of Fulton, also attended. Steve Herkert, retired teacher, was the guest speaker. Photo submitted by Schipper.

Area students performed during Woodlawn Arts Academy of Sterling’s “Shrek the Musical Jr.” Braden Schielein portrayed Shrek and Mackenzie Arndt was his best friend, Donkey. Photo submitted by Janel Stahr.

Bethany Sandison, 13, a student at Challand Middle School in Sterling, donated $150 in April to Bear Necessities Personal Care Pantry at Rock Falls United Methodist Church. With the check are (from left) Deb Reinhardt, pantry worker; Sandison; Jodi Perez, pantry director; and the Rev. Rich Fassig, pastor. Sandison spearheaded the fundraising through the school’s Builders’ Club. Photo submitted by Perez.

Challand student organizes pantry fundraiser ROCK FALLS – Bear Necessities Personal Care Pantry recently received $150 gathered through a benefit drive spearheaded by a student at Challand Middle School in Sterling.

Bethany Sandison, 13, and members of the school’s Builders’ Club set up a dodgeball tournament

and received donations of $1 from each participant and those attending.

To u r n a m e n t j u d g e s were Matt Birdsley, Challand’s principal; Lindsey Stumpenhorst, assistant principal; and Mark Morris, counselor. Builders’ Club members were timekeepers and kept track of

the brackets. Other volunteers also assisted.

The money was donated in April to the pantry, which is affiliated with Rock Falls United Methodist Church.

Its mission is to provide personal care products to those in need. The charity helps an average of 150 families each month. The

$150 will provide help to about 20 families.

Monetar y and item donations for Bear Necessities can be dropped off at the church office, 210 Fourth St. Donors also can contact the Rev. Rich Fassig, pastor, at rockfall sumc@gmail.com or 815751-2290.

Spring performance filled theater seats STERLING – Woodlawn Arts Academy students presented a “big, bright, beautiful world” in March at Sauk Valley Community College in Dixon.

“Shrek the Musical Jr.” had four sold-out performances.

Faith Morrison directed the 33 performers, Jennifer Seeley gave musical direction, and Ashley Frye was the stage manager. Anne Whalen produced the show.

The academy, in partnership with the college and Centennial Audito-

rium, will present “Into the Woods,” directed

by Anna K. Kurtz. It will feature the region’s adult actors. That show is scheduled for July 8-12 on the lawn at Woodlawn, 3807 Woodlawn Road. Participants in the academy’s Shakespearience Camp will perform on the outdoor stage before the July 10 performance.

G o to woodlawna rtsacademy.com for details or to register, or stop in or call 815-6264278.

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BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENTS Paternal great-grandparBreah Jacqueline ents are Mike and Barb Wiersema Walker of Sycamore and Tonya and Nate Wierse- Ed and Dolly O’Donnell of ma of Chadwick are the DeKalb. parents of a daughter born at 3:22 p.m. May 19, 2015, at CGH Medical Avery William-Gene Center in Sterling.

Donoho Breah Jacqueline Wierse- Michelle Donoho of ma weighed 6 pounds, 4 Dixon is the mother of ounces at birth and was a son born at 11:27 a.m.

20 inches in length.

May 21, 2015, at CGH She is welcomed by Medical Center in SterBryson Wiersema, 7, and ling.

Brynley Wiersema, 4.

Aver y William-G ene Maternal grandparents D o n o h o w e i g h e d 7 are John and Deb Noord- pounds, 11 ounces at hoff of Lanark and Lee birth and was 22 inches in Heeren of Rockford. length.

Paternal grandparents Maternal grandparents are Mike and Wendy are Mindy Donoho and Wiersema of Chadwick.

Mark Donoho, both of Paternal great-grand- Dixon. parents are Dick and Pat Maternal great-grandHacker of Sterling. parents are Rosie Donoho Paternal great-great- and Gene Donoho, both grandmother is Mary of Dixon.

Hanabarger of Sterling.

Brayden Ryder Hylton Amanda and Joshua Hylton of Rock Falls are the parents of a son born at 6:50 a.m. May 22, 2015, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

Brayden Ryder Hylton weighed 9 pounds, 4 ounces at birth and was 24 inches in length.

He is welcomed by Autumn Hylton, 2.

Maternal grandparents are Doug and Rhonda Biller of Milledgeville and Randy and Tam Klavenga of Ashton.

Paternal grandparents are Clarence and Theresa Hylton Jr. of Rock Falls.

Maternal great-grandparents are George Biller of Milledgeville, Eunice Miller of Dixon, and Patricia Carter of Edcouch, Texas.

Paternal great-grandparents are Janice Bates and Bet Hylton, both of Rock Falls.

Scout Mackenzie O’Donnell

Brady Nathan McClain Calli and Nathan McClain of Dixon are the parents of a son born at 8:38 a.m. May 19, 2015, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

Brady Nathan McClain weighed 9 pounds, 3 ounces at birth and was 22.5 inches in length.

He is welcomed by Lauren, 5, Mackenzie, 3, and William, 1.

Maternal grandparents are Bill Sweet and Eloise Sweet, both of Dixon.

Paternal grandparents are Arlan and Bonnie McClain of Dixon.

Archer John Joseph Rivera Candace Elizabeth and Cruz Joseph Alexander Rivera of Oregon are the parents of a son born at 5:54 p.m. May 26, 2015, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

Archer John Joseph Rivera weighed 6 pounds, 5 ounces at birth and was 20 inches in length.

He is welcomed by Hazel Ann Marie Rivera, 3.

Maternal grandparents are Donna Marie Cowley of Rock Falls and John Fredrick Cowley Jr. of East Moline.

Paternal grandparents are Donna Ann Foltz of Rochelle and Joseph Alexander Rivera of Rock Falls.

Maternal great-grandmother is Sherilee Thompson of Mount Morris.

Paternal great-grandparents are Arline and Cruz Rivera of Rock Falls.

Mackenzie and Brendon O’Donnell of Sterling are the parents of a daughter born at 9:30 a.m. May 22, 2015, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

Scout Mackenzie O’Donnell weighed 8 pounds, 6 ounces at birth and was 22 inches in length.

She is welcomed by Teague O’Donnell, 4, and Vaughn O’Donnell, 2.

Maternal grandparents are Kim and Joe Swedberg of Sycamore.

Paternal grandparents are Brian O’Donnell of Houma, Louisiana, and Kayden Lee Tinkler Lisa Williams of Frisco, Briana Cook of TampiTexas. co and Jeremy Tinkler of

THANK GOODNESS Dixon are the parents of a son born at 11:43 a.m.

May 27, 2015, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

Kayden Lee Tinkler weighed 7 pounds, 9 ounces at birth and was 19 inches in length.

He is welcomed by Peyten, 4, and Rowen, 3.

Maternal grandparents are Leanne and Ken Crane of Tampico.

Paternal grandparents are Karsanna Crump of Mount Morris and Brian Tinkler of Rock Falls.

Bentley Allen Joseph Cooper Brittany Cooper of Sterling is the mother of a son born at 9:08 p.m. May 26, 2015, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

Bentley Allen Joseph Cooper weighed 7 pounds, 1 ounce at birth and was 20 inches in length.

Maternal grandparents are Heather and Marty A. Cooper of Sterling.

Maternal great-grandmother is Joan Willis of Rock Falls.

John Robert Egert Magdaline and Jakob Egert of Sterling are the parents of a son born at 7:13 a.m. May 28, 2015, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

Jo h n R o b e r t E g e r t weighed 7 pounds, 15 ounces at birth and was 22 inches in length.

He is welcomed by Evangeline Egert, 3.

Ma t e r n a l g ra n d p a rents are John Hurley and Lupe Hurley, both of Sterling.

Paternal grandparents are Robert Egert and Marty Egert, both of Sterling.

Paternal great-grandmother is Dolores Hey of Sterling.

Conner Michael Devine M e l l y s a a n d Ty l e r Devine of Rock Falls are the parents of a son born at 8:05 p.m. May 29, 2015, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

Conner Michael Devine weighed 6 pounds, 7 ounces at birth and was 19.5 inches in length.

Maternal grandparents are Tom and Lysa Bluhm of Rock Falls.

Pa t e r n a l g r a n d p a r ents are Audrey and Jery Moran of Genoa and Mike and Jan Devine of Rock Falls.

Maternal great-grandparents are Marvin and Katie Smith of Lyndon.

Paternal great-grandmother is Betty Devine of Rock Falls.

Lola Rose Nagy Jaselyn and Benjamin Nagy of Dixon are the parents of a daughter born at 10:34 a.m. May 29, 2015, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

Lola Rose Nagy weighed 6 pounds, 7.4 ounces at birth and was 20.5 inches in length.

Maternal grandparents are Sean and Natalie Cavanaugh of Dixon.

Paternal grandparents are Jeffrey and Lorri Nagy of Dixon.

Maternal great-grandmother is Joyce Lee of Dixon.

Paternal great-grandmother is Zelda King of Rock Falls.

Serena Raelynn Poling Jenna McGuire and Jon Poling of Dixon are the parents of a daughter born at 2:13 p.m. May 19, 2015, at KSB Hospital in Dixon.

Serena Raelynn Poling weighed 6 pounds, 5 ounces at birth and was 19 inches in length.

Maternal grandparents are Michelle McGuire and Kenneth Berogan, both of Dixon.

Paternal grandparents are Brenda Voss and Tom Voss, both of Dixon.

Jax Cecil Henkel Tiffany and Leather Henkel of Dixon are the parents of a son born at 7:28 a.m. May 23, 2015, at KSB Hospital in Dixon.

Jax Cecil Henkel weighed 8 pounds, 1 ounce at birth and was 20 inches in length.

He is welcomed by Ty Jordan Henkel, 5.

Maternal grandparents are Rosa Vizzone-Gil and George Gil, both of Dixon.

Paternal great-grandmother is Rosalee Emke of Rochelle.

Information sought The birth announcements for Adelyn Mae Oxford, Jeter Jaxson Gonzalez, Edward Cayden John Shippert, and Nina Katherine Grove cannot be printed without additional information. The editorial department has been unable to reach the submitters. If those who submitted them could call 800-798-4085, ext. 5501, it would be appreciated.

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behalf of the Darkhorse Thank you Lodge Benefit committee. for success of veterans event Grateful for turnout at SANDRA GEESEY Sterling The “Veterans Expo” fundraiser committee would like to say thank you to all exhibitors who came out, all donors to the event, all radio stations, all news media, and to Northland Mall for allowing us to hold it there.

A special thanks to all veterans who attended.

Our two drawings were a quilt won by Connie Willhite, and the Cost Cutter basket was won

by Ron Stanley.

Thank you, and God bless you.

Trinity pantry thanks all who donated food NANCY WEIDEL Rock Falls

Trinity Food Pantry wants to thank everyone who helped with the letter carrier food drive on May 8. Your generous donations of food came at a time of need to stock the shelves in the pantry.

In 2014, we served 1,546 families, which totaled 5,045 people. We have seen the refrigerator empty, and the shelves almost empty.

Then donations of food and money come in, and we are ready to serve again. God is good.

Trinity Food Pantry is at 205 E. 10th St., Sterling.

We greatly appreciate all donations of any kind.

Note to readers: Nancy Weidel is a member of the Trinity Food Pantry outreach.

Thank you for support of veterans retreat ANNETTE YOUNT Mount Morris

We would like to take this opportunity to thank our local businesses, direct sales consultants, and individuals throughout Ogle and Lee counties for your generous donations to our Darkhorse Lodge fundraising benefit.

Your contributions, along with many others in the community, allowed us to raise more than $13,000 toward building a much-needed retreat for combat veterans in honor of the 25 fallen Marines in the Darkhorse 3/5 Marine unit.

We also would like to thank the community for coming out to the Moose to bid on items and make this a very successful event. Thank you once again.

Note to readers: Annette Yount wrote this letter on

DUSTIN DAHLSTROM, MATT HEY AND BRYAN E. HARTMANN residents of Dixon

On May 2, Dixon Rural Firefighters’ Association held its first pancake, sausage, and egg breakfast. Wow. The people of Dixon and surrounding communities, once again, supported our efforts with a phenomenal turnout. We served more than 400 people.

There are many we need to thank for our day being so successful. First, our thanks to Dixon Rural Fire Department Board of Trustees and Chief Sid Aurand for allowing us to hold the event at the fire station.

A huge thank you to all community members who came to our breakfast. The generosity shown was great. We noticed and appreciated how many of you, while going through the serving line, voiced a thank you to us for what we do.

Thanks to Chuck Plock and Dixon McDonald’s for all you did, including flipping just about every pancake that morning.

Thanks to WLLT, WIXN, WSDR, Alex and the Telegraph, Angelo’s and Midland States Bank for helping with our advertising.

Our efforts were made much easier with help from Dixon Garden Club, Astro-Ven Distributors, Farley’s Appliances, Dixon Park District, and Bay Valley Foods.

Our apologies to anyone inadvertently not mentioned. A special thank you to our family members, not only for allowing us to do something we love, but also for volunteering your time at the breakfast.

Our congratulations to the 10 winners of our raffle drawing, and our thanks to those of you who donated some, if not all, of your winnings back to us. Not expected, but greatly appreciated.

Pl e a s e w a t c h o u r Facebook page for announcements of upcoming events or activities. We want you to see how we put your generosity to work.

Hopefully, in the near future, we will be returning the first fire engine used by Dixon Rural Fire Department.

Again, we thank everyone who helped make our breakfast so successful.

Note to readers: Dustin Dahlstrom, Matt Hey and Bryan E. Hartmann are the association board members.

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, 9 a.m., open, women’s; noon, open; 6 p.m., open, 90-92 S. Hennepin Ave., Dixon.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 9 a.m., open, tradition; 12:30 p.m., closed; 7 p.m. closed (5), Bazaar Americana, 609 W. Third St., Sterling.

Coffee and Conversation group for all bereaved adults, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1013 Franklin Grove Road Dixon.

Call 815-732-4111 by noon Friday; if no one calls, the group will not meet.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 9:30 a.m., former St. Anne Grade School, 32 N. Jones Ave., Amboy, 815-8572315.

Illowa Sport Flyers, 10 a.m., Erie Airpark, 8689 Star Road.

Covered Bridge Quilters Guild Workshop, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Evangelical Covenant Church, 24 N. Main St., Princeton. Membership information: 815-223-0558.

Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous, 10:30 a.m., closed; 7 p.m., closed, 808 Freeport Road, Sterling.

The Kick-It Ticket Narcotics Anonymous, 11 a.m., basement, Fellows Street door, The Worship Center, 403 N. Ottawa Ave., Dixon, 815-440-7992.

Mercy Nursing Services free blood pressure clinic, 11 a.m.-

noon, Walmart, 1901 First Ave., Rock Falls.

Affliction of Addition Narcotics Anonymous, noon and 6 p.m., First Christian Church, 506 Fifth Ave., Rock Falls, 779-245-8214. Downstairs, west door.

Sauk Valley Alcoholics Anonymous Group, noon, open, Old School; 8 p.m., open, fun night, bring a friend, back door, 1503 First Ave., Rock Falls.

Mercy Nursing Services free blood pressure clinic, 1-2:30 p.m., Save-A-Lot, 928 First Ave., Rock Falls.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., open, First Presbyterian Church, 1100 Calvin Road, Rochelle.

Chapter 410 of the Experimental Aircraft Association, 7:30 p.m., terminal building, Whiteside County Airport, 10950 Hoover Road, Rock Falls, 815-626-1249.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., closed, Village of Progress, 710 S. 13th St., Oregon.

Sunday Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 a.m., closed; 7 p.m., open, Rochelle Community Hospital, 900 N. Second St. Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 a.m., closed; 11 a.m., open; 1 p.m., closed, Spanish; 7 p.m., closed, Bazaar Americana, 609 W. Third St., Sterling.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 9 a.m., closed; noon, open; 6 p.m., closed, step, 90-92 S.

Hennepin Ave., Dixon.

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, back door, 1503 First Ave., Rock Falls.

Latin American Social Club meeting, 3 p.m., 2708 W. Fourth St., Sterling, 815-625-8290.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 6 p.m., closed, Church of St. Anne, 401 N. Cherry St., Morrison.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, Spanish, St. Patrick Catholic Church, 236 Kelly Drive, Rochelle.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, 808 Freeport Road, Sterling.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, clearance required, BAAbble on for Life Prison Group, 815-9736150.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7:30 p.m., closed, 304 Seventh Ave. W, Lyndon.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., closed (4), Mount Morris Senior Center, 9 E. Front St. Monday Childhood immunization clinic; women, infants and children clinic; and family planning services, Lee County Health Department, 309 S. Galena Ave., Suite 100, Dixon. Appointments: 815284-3371.

Abuse Changing team, 815625-0338.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 a.m.,

open, Methodist church, 402 First Ave., Forreston.

Veterans Affairs representative, 9 a.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, 815-732-3252.

American Red Cross blood drive, 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Prophetstown-Lyndon-Tampico Community Unit School District 3, 79 Grove St., Prophetstown. Appointments: 800-733-2767.

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, closed (1), St. Paul Lutheran Church, 114 S. Fifth St., Oregon.

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, closed, step; 6 p.m., open, 90-92 S. Hennepin Ave., Dixon.

Dixon Rotary Club, noon, lower level, St. Luke Episcopal Church, 221 W. Third St., Dixon.

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, closed, Big Book; 6 p.m., closed, Spanish; 7 p.m., open, Bazaar Americana, 609 W. Third St., Sterling.

Affliction of Addiction Narcotics Anonymous, noon, 6 p.m., First Christian Church, 506 Fifth Ave., Rock Falls, 779-245-3487. Downstairs, west door.

Sauk Valley Alcoholics Anonymous Group, noon, open, Sunshine meeting, back door, 1503 First Ave., Rock Falls.

Crochet-Knitting Club, 12:30 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling.

Senior Information Services, 1-3:30 p.m., Carroll County Family Health Center, 1120 Healthcare Drive, Mount Carroll, 800-541-5479.

Mercy Nursing free blood pressure clinic, 2:30-3:30 p.m., Green Castle of Sterling, 15 E. 23rd St., No. 1, Sterling.

Mercy Nursing free blood pressure clinic, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Parkway Apartments, 710 W. LeFevre Road, Sterling.

TOPS, 4 p.m. weigh-in, 4:30 p.m. meeting; 5:30 p.m. weigh-in, 6 p.m. meeting, Hub City Senior Center, 401 Cherry Ave., Rochelle.

TOPS Chapter IL 634 meeting, 4:30 p.m., 205 S. Walnut St., Franklin Grove.

Mercy Nursing free blood pressure clinic, 4:30-5:30 p.m., Arrowwood, 430 Martin Road, Rock Falls.

TOPS, 5 p.m. weigh-in, 5:30 p.m. meeting, Polo Church of the Brethren, 401 S. Congress Ave., Polo, 815-946-3638.

The Kick-It Ticket Narcotics Anonymous, 6 p.m., basement, Fellows Street door, The Worship Center, 403 N. Ottawa Ave., Dixon, 815-440-7992.

Celebrate Recovery, 6-8 p.m., 201 W. Market St., Morrison, 815590-8929.

Celebrate Recovery, 6-8 p.m., Revive Community Church, 8 E. Front St., Mount Morris, 815-9940428.

Epilepsy-Seizure Support Group, 6-8 p.m., Classroom 1, CGH Medical Center, 100 E. LeFevre Road, Sterling, 309-373-0377.

Rock Falls Rotary, 6 p.m., Beelendorf’s, 200 W. 10th St., Rock Falls.

Rock Falls Optimist Club, 6:30 p.m., Candlelight Inn, 2200 First Ave., Rock Falls.

Rock Falls Boy Scout Troop 306, 6:30 to 8 p.m., fellowship hall, Harvest Time Bible Church, 1802 Dixon Ave., Rock Falls.

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5418, 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.

Survivors of Suicide Support Group, 7-9 p.m., Second Reformed Church, 703 14th Ave., Fulton, 815589-3425.

Tampico Lions Club, 7 p.m., Good Times, 106 N. Main St., Tampico, 815-438-2789.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, step study, New Hope Fellowship Church, 113 state Route 64, Kings.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, 808 Freeport Road, Sterling.

Samuel H. Davis Masonic Lodge 96, 7:30 p.m., 105 W. Lincoln St., Mount Morris, 815-7344085.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7:30 p.m., closed, St. Luke Episcopal Church, 207 W. Third St., Dixon.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., closed (3), First Presbyterian Church, 502 Third St., Savanna.

Sauk Valley Al-Anon GroupAlateen, 8 p.m., open, back door, 1503 First Ave., Rock Falls.

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Man’s inaction speaks louder than words Dear Abby: I am 22. I met my boyfriend, “Jordan,” in college. We live together with a roommate.

Throughout our relationship, there have been times when Jordan was inconsiderate and didn’t seem to put much effort into it. Sometimes he says he’s going to be out “late.” Then he ends up staying out all night without letting me know he’s not coming home.

He has done this quite a few times. His excuse is that I am supposed to call to hound him, and ask where he is and when he’s coming home.

He’s often not respectful of my time and comes home hours after he says

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he will. Most of the time he’s out with friends I know, but I am losing trust and feel less important.

When we are spending time together, the relationship is great. Jordan is the one person I feel I can live with. We don’t get annoyed with each other, and have the same sense

of humor and common interests and hobbies.

I have tried many times to get the point across that he doesn’t make me feel like a priority. He tells me he cares and that I’m “the one.” Where do I draw the line because he fails to back up his words with actions?

– Low-ranking Girlfriend in California Dear Low-ranking: Draw the line now and remove your blinders.

Although you say you don’t get annoyed with each other, it seems you are plenty annoyed with Jordan, and you have a right to be. You are being treated like your feelings don’t matter.

IN BRIEF Coleman Hall Annex, 902 E. Fifth St. All items available are handmade by women in DIXON – Dixon RehaUganda. They include beadbilitation and Health Care Center’s annual Alzheimer’s ed necklaces and bracelets, banana leaf baskets and Association Fundraiser batik handbags, and purses.

Cookout will be June 13 at Proceeds will go to Project Oliver’s Corner Market, 748 Lydia, which is an economic N. Brinton Ave. development project that Food can be purchased addresses the critical needs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. of women around the world, For more information, call the center at 815-284-3393. helping to lift them out of poverty.

Visit projectlydia.org to U.S. flags to be shop online; put “Sterling retired at ceremony UMW” in the comment box.

Firefighters team up for golf outing ROCK FALLS – Rock Falls and Sterling fighters will have the Firefighters Golf Outing June 26 at Rock River Golf & Pool, 3901 Dixon Road.

Check-in will be at 8:30 a.m., followed by a 9:30 shotgun start.

The cost is $45, which includes cart, lunch, and prizes. Teams consist of four players.

To register, contact Chaon Hanson at chaon. hanson@gmail.com or 630-330-6675 by June 15. Sponsors also are needed.

An after party will be at Whiskey Barrel Saloon, 302 W. Second St.

Purchases assist women worldwide STERLING – Sterling First United Methodist Women’s group will have a Project Lydia sale from 1 to 4 p.m.

June 13 at the church’s

on the cruise are Sydney and Halifax, Nova Scotia; Saint John, New Brunswick, and Bar Harbor, Maine.

The cruise will end in Boston, with the group flying back to Chicago on Oct. 7.

Prices start at $1,900 for an inside cabin. A deposit of $600 is due at sign-up; the balance is due June 23, 2016. Bookings made by Oct. 1 will have a $100 discount. All deposits are due

by Dec. 1.

For more information, call Glenda at 815-622-9230.

Amplified phone NAMI fundraiser information, lunch 5K to help families DIXON – National Alliance on Mental Illness Sauk Area will have its 5K Run & Walk Us June 20 at the Sterling High School track, 1608 Fourth Ave. The races will begin at 8 a.m. with a timed 5K for serious runners. A timed run for children 5 to 14 will be at 9, a 5K Run for Fun at 9:30, and a 5K walk at 10:30. The cost is $17 per race.

Awards will be given in the first two events.

Go to runsignup.com to register. Registration ends Friday.

NAMI is a self-help, nonprofit organization dedicated to improving conditions for those living with mental illness. Money raised will help to provide classes for families, called “Family to Family,” available to those who have a loved one living with mental illness.

POLO – Lee County Council on Aging of Dixon and Polo Senior Center will offer a presentation on the Illinois Telecommunications Access Corp.’s phone program at 11 a.m. June 23 at the center, 101 E. Mason St. Free amplified captioned telephones and TeleTypewriter phones are available to legal state residents with phone service and a hearing loss certification from a medical professional.

A potluck lunch will follow the program. Those attending are asked to bring a dish to pass.

After lunch, LCCOA will offer phone testing. Participants should bring a copy of their phone bill and driver’s license or another proof of residency.

For more information, call Samantha at 815-2889236.

Monthly meeting Trip reservations accepted for cruise canceled by board STERLING – A Canada and New England cruise is available through Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St. The travelers will fly to Quebec City in Canada from Chicago on Sept. 30, 2016, and spend 7 nights aboard the NCL Dawn. They will see the sights of the city Oct. 1 before sailing. Ports of call

OREGON – The Ogle County Regional Planning Commission’s regular meeting set for June 18 has been cancelled due to lack of business.

The commission’s next meeting will be at 6 p.m.

July 23 in the first-floor conference room, No. 100, at the old Ogle County Courthouse, 105 S. Fifth St.

Saved bridge focus of talk STERLING – The Sterling-Rock Falls Historical Society will present a program about saving a bridge during World War II during its 2 p.m. meeting June 14.

Wolf Koch, a teacher at Sauk Valley Community College in Dixon, will give the program, “Miracle of Remagen,” at CGH Medical Center’s Ryberg Auditorium, 100 E. LeFevre Road.

The talk features the Ludendorff Bridge, the remaining bridge over the Rhine River, which was captured by the Allies.

It is believed to have hastened the end of World War II and may have saved more than 5,000 American lives.

Koch was born in the Remagen area, and was stationed with the U.S. Air Force there.

The event is open to the public; refreshments will be served.

Dear Abby: I am annoyed by how sexist the conversation is in regard to weddings. It is always her day, her wedding, all about her. It’s like the groom is just a check in the box. Nearly everyone forgets that this is one of the most important events in the groom’s life, too, and he has an equal investment

in the event.

As for our own wedding, there were no brides involved – just us two grooms, our minister friend who officiated, plus all our friends and family who celebrated with us. Both of us were involved in the planning and execution of our wedding from beginning to end, and the entire process was so meaningful to us. Now I feel bad for our straight male friends whose involvement in their own weddings gets completely discounted.

Please stay vigilant, Abby. Remind people that it is their day, their wedding, and all about them.

– Equal Opportunity in Rhode Island

Dear Equal Opportunity: Your point is well taken.

However, in generations past, traditionally the bride’s parents paid for the wedding. The groom had little to do with the planning – and few, if any, of them objected to it or wanted more responsibility.

Today, because couples marry later and brides often have incomes of their own, it is far more common for couples to pay for their weddings and plan them together.

Contact Dear Abby at DearAbby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069

STERLING PARK DISTRICT

Local rehab center sets cookout date

STERLING – American Legion Post 296’s annual flag retirement ceremony will be at 11 a.m. June 13 at the corner of Locust and Sixth streets.

The legion and its auxiliary, will properly dispose of worn American flags that are no longer usable.

For more information, call Sue Melton at 815-4997430.

You are not his mother and you shouldn’t have to “hound” him. When a boyfriend stays out all night, it is cause for concern. And that his actions and his words don’t match means that he’s not being truthful. Prepare yourself for the inevitable because it’s coming.

The Ludendorff railroad bridge at the town of Remagen in Germany was the last bridge across the Rhine in 1945. The story of the bridge’s capture by the Allies will be detailed during the Sterling-Rock Falls Historical Library’s meeting at 2 p.m. June 14 at CGH Medical Center’s Ryberg Auditorium, 100 E. LeFevre Road, Sterling. Photo submitted by William Abate.

The Lincoln-Manahan to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Home Museum, 607 E. Sundays.

For information, call the Third St., will be open this summer for tours from 1 society at 815-622-6215.

Tennis, CPR on agenda The Sterling Park District will offer free youth tennis lessons from 8:30 to 10 a.m. Monday through Thursday at Kilgour Park, 400 W. 15th St. The group lessons are for 7- to 14-year-old beginner to intermediate players. You may register on site or in advance at Westwood Fitness & Sports Center, 1900 Westwood Drive, or Duis Recreation Center, 211 E. 23rd St. Some racquets will be available.

The park district’s Touch a Truck Day will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

June 13 in the parking lot of Bethel Reformed Church, 230 E. 23rd St., across from the Duis Center. Local businesses

staceyDETRA Stacey R. Detra is the marketing manager at the Sterling Park District.

will bring vehicles of all shapes and sizes for you and your little ones to explore. Touch a Truck Day is a free family event.

CPR and AED training will be from 5 to 8 p.m. June 29 at the Duis Center. The cost is $60.

The program will provide individuals with the basic knowledge

and skills necessary to provide effective basic life support in an emergency.

Participants will receive a 2-year certification card from the American Safety and Health Institute upon completion of the program. Register by June 15.

The summer program schedule can be found online at sterlingparks. org and in the program guide available at park district facilities.

Registration for all programs may be done at the website, Westwood, and Duis. For the latest news and updates, “Like” the Sterling Park District page on Facebook or “Follow Us” on Twitter.

REGIONAL TITLE

Area members of River City Sound helped the chorus to win the Sweet Adelines Regional Championship in May. They are (from left) Sue Dirks and Pam Aschbrenner, both of Sterling, and Connie Selmi of Rock Falls. The group competed with 12 others in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The champions will attend the Sweet Adelines International Competition next year in Las Vegas. Photo submitted by Selmi.

IN THE NEWS Children’s fun run for 9 and younger

coach, physical education instructor, athletic director, dean of men, director of personnel services, and LANARK – All Our Kids AOK Network of Carroll and director of guidance and counseling.

Stephenson counties will Fields also was a basehave its Kids’ one-quarter ball player withe Brooklyn mile fun run June 26 at Dodgers until drafted durOn the Move Community ing World War II. Fitness Center, 125 W. During the event, it Locust St. was announced that an The event is for ages 9 endowed scholarship will and younger. Registration be awarded in his honor. will be at 5:30 p.m., followed by the run at 5:45.

Each child will receive a Lanark resident medal, superhero cape, wins in contest and headband.

FREEPORT – A Lanark For more information, call woman won a staycation Dana at 815-599-8404. package at the recent Freeport Wedding Walk.

Retired coach Connie Hauptmann honored for work received the prize from the FULTON – Walter Fields Freeport Downtown Development Foundation. which of Fulton was honored April 23 by Marian Univer- included an overnight stay sity of India- at the Hampton Inn, $50 gift cards to Main Street napolis at the Conven- Bistro and Studio 121 Salon and Spa, and $20 to tion Centhe Lindo Theatre. ter of the Indianapolis Speedway. Korean War data He was available for $10 Walter recognized Fields SPRINGFIELD – The for his proIllinois Korean Memorial fessional impact on students in his Association has published a roles of men’s basketball booklet, “A Brief History of the Korean War.” coach, men’s baseball

It contains headlines, photographs from the Department of Defense, peace talks, maps, and American commanders, ranging from 1950 to 1953.

The cost is $10. To order, send a check or money order to Illinois Korean Memorial Association, P.O. Box 8554, Springfield, IL 62791.

Proceeds go toward donating the booklet to state libraries and schools.

Radio operators to test equipment DIXON – The Sterling Rock Falls Amateur Radio Society and Lee County Amateur Radio Club will have a field day from noon June 27 to noon June 28 near the baseball field at Sauk Valley Community College, 173 state Route 2.

Radio equipment will be tested in an emergency condition by operating the devices by any means other than A/C power.

Portable generators, batteries, and solar power will be used.

Contact Wayne Lachat at k9qda@frontier.com for more information.

Saturday, June 6, 2015

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ACHIEVEMENTS, HONOR ROLLS Montmorency School, Rock Falls

Third grade: Bria Cross, Jayce Eriks, Aydan Goff, Kash Janssen, Sophia Perfect Attendance, Moeller, Cayden Oates, no tardies or absences: Roman Vega, Colby Ward, Matthew Laws and Devon and Hannah Woodyatt.

Summers.

Fourth grade: Paetyn Four-Quarter Honor Adams, Elizabeth ArmRoll: Jessica Clevenger, strong, Paige Bontz, Kade Nickolas Eddinger, Brody Boostrom, Jordan Bryant, Ivey, Hannah Schultz, Colin Cook, Abram Dale, Devon Summers, Alfred Aidan Kobbeman, Emily Sutton, Jenna Valdivia, Lego, Abbi McGrath, Zoe Keyon Wolber, and Payton Morgan, Madison Mulnix, Yanes.

Tyson N. Langley, Lilyana Four-Quarter High Hon- Spotts, Katie Thatcher, ors: Alec Akerman, MatNicholas Vickers, Jace thew Laws, Tommi Myers, Yanes, and Kyle Young. and MacKenzie Olson.

Fifth grade: Haley Bush, Outstanding Austin Cernich, Booker Performance – Academ- Cross, Emma Cunniff, ics Haley Gibson, Braxton Social Studies, LiteraLaw, Owen Pillars, Maditure, Mathematics: MacK- son Robbings, Alexandra enzie Olson.

Royer, Shayla Schmall, and Science: Austin Sandrock Sloan Schutz. and Alec Akerman.

Sixth grade: Connor English: Matthew Laws.

Bryant, Madelyn Cochran, Fine Arts: Makayla RobChloe Cook, Avary Cranbings. dall, Khloe Devers, CheyGlen Genz Athletic enne Duchay, Avery JohnAward: Miranda Hewitt, son, Cailin Kyarsgaard, MacKenzie Olson, Payton KaliAnna Myers,Thomas Yanes, and Keyon Wolber. Over, Alexa Reynolds, ConPresident’s Award for ner Sutton, Kylie Witherow, Educational Achieveand Logan Young. ment: Sonia Ahsmann, Seventh grade: Jalen Jessica Clevenger, Saman- Bickett, Logan Bryant, tha Royer, Glen Wicks, and Megan Christensen, CamEcco Wildman. ryn Johnson, Aliyah MaldoPresident’s Award for nado, Elise Moeller, Perry Educational Excellence: Ports, Whitney SchwinAlec Akerman, Brody Ivey, denhammer, and Shannon Matthew Laws, Matthew Weir.

Moeller, Tommi Myers, Eighth grade: Sonia MacKenzie Olson, Devon Ahsmann, Dylan Bush, Summers, Alfred Sutton, Jessica Clevenger, NickoJenna Valdivia, Keyon las Eddinger, Brody Ivey, Wolber, and Payton Yanes.

Andrew McNinch, Emma Principal’s Award: Ecco Reinhardt, Samantha Wildman and Dylan Bush.

Royer, Austin Sandrock, Hannah Schultz, Devon American Legion Award: Summers, Alfred Sutton, MacKenzie Olson and Alec Jenna Valdivia, Glen Wicks, Akerman; honorable menKeyon Wolber, and Payton tion: Tommi Myers and Yanes.

Devon Summers.

High Honors St. Andrew School, Third grade: Carter Bertolozzi, Claire Bickett, Rock Falls Grace Boostrom, Maison Highest Honors Brandt, Ava Henson, Zoe Eighth grade: Mackenzie Henson, Devonte Knight, Carli Kobbeman, Samantha Fowkes, Michael Frank, Megan Marcum, and BreLimond, Samantha Nailor, ann Rosengren.

Carmindy Ordean, Olivia Seventh grade: Mattea Osborne, Taylor Reyna, Denali Stonitsch, and Nico- Bianchi and Clare Sanders.

Sixth grade: Catherine lette Udell.

Haenni, Katherine Hopkins, Fourth grade: Makenna Evelin Macias, Skylar SavArickx, Molly Hackbarth, age, Isabella Trancoso, and Brooke Howard, Makenzi Andrew Velasquez.

Parks, Brady Richards, High Honors Jacee Sigel, Kalina SomEighth grade: Kyle Ellefmer, Montana Sutton, and sen, Hannah McCarty, and Ezmeralda Vega.

Fifth grade: Noah Ander- Melissa Osuna.

Seventh grade: Victoria son, Brady Baker, Meg Erickson.

Frank, Calin Gaulrapp, Sixth grade: Madelyn Cara Goff, Aidan Langley, Henry, Priscilla Jackley, Breanna Morgan, Easton Jacob Kolb, and Kevin Morgan, Autumn Nelson, Montino.

Mallory Pinske, Alaina Honors Schreiner, Devin Schultz, Eighth grade: Brianna Cadence Stonitsch, Hailey Jackley, Jenna Johnson, Vos, and Katie Witherow.

Savannah Skinner, and Sixth grade: Luke AkerJacob Terveer. man, Tyler Buckingham, Seventh grade: Aidan Jeriah George, Ainsleigh Brown, Macaire Brown, Hendrix, Joshua Howard, Jordan Johnson, and AleJordan Morthland, Lane jandra Padilla.

Near, Cara Orban, Jadyn Sixth grade: Victoria EllefOsborne, Savannah Pinske, sen and Ryan McGinn.

Tyler Richards, Madison Thatcher, Peyton Ward, Madison Wescott, and Rock Falls High Cadence Wheat.

School Seventh grade: MadiHighest Honors son Arickx, Alaura Busch, Seniors: Maurelle BehEmma Frank, Lilian Gaulrens, Chelsi Blair, Dallas rapp, Audra Goff, Evan Clevenger, Kobe Conklin, Laws, Alyssa Mathews, Lauren Moeller, Erin Porter, Kimberly Davis, Beatriz Josie Rank, Jared Rasmus- Estrella, Morgan Folgers, sen, Spencer Schutz, Cindy Aaron Frank, Megan Hippen, Vanessa Kitsmiller, Williams, and Abby WorkKatherine Krone, Brady man.

Lenox, Zion Little, Matthew Eighth Grade: Alec Long, Jacob Mammosser, Akerman, Matthew Laws, Matthew Moeller, Tommi Collin Marcum, Elizabeth Myers, and MacKenzie McKee, Ashley Meenen, Olson.

Sin Ngai, Jennifer Poci, Honors Michaela Spreier, Nicole

Tupper, Anaiza Urib, and Michaela Ward.

Juniors: Reid Akerman, Francisco Arrellano-Aguilera, Sydney Arickx, Michaela Busch, Johanna Cravatta, Melodie Dohogne, Kylon Gragert, Morgan Hammond, Noah Junis, Elizabeth Lego, Gavin Long, Isabelle Meister, Bronson Mintun, Nolan Moeller, Anna Musselman, Amber Rasmussen, Mac Kenzie Schueler, Kierstyn Summers, Clay Velazquez, Braeden Westfall, Alexis Wilson, and Olivia Workman.

Sophomores: Anna Austin, Kaitlin Brown, Austin Jones, Molly Mammosser, Joel Rozhon, and Natalie Soltow.

Freshmen: Isaiah Anderson, Alexis Bauer, Jacob Oltmans, Brianna Razo, Hannah Rockwell, Hernan Rodriguez, Faith Sandrock, Madeline Short, and Abbee Sigel.

High Honors Seniors: Dylan Abrams, Taylor Ashley, Ireland Babbitt, Peyton Burnett, Samantha Butts, Nathanial Cater, Carrigan Chouinard, Destiny Dahler, Ciara Dickson, Gabriela Duz, Daniel Gordon, Brian Haan Jr., Zachary Jones, Emily Kitsmiller, Carmina Lopez, Hannah Lutz, Peyton Milne, Jordan Moeller, Morgan Near, Morgan Pope, Carlos Rodriguez, Samantha Schauff, Katelyn Scott, Jacob Seidel, Shaylee Stoner, and Christian Torres.

Juniors: Dangelo Abell, Donovan Flynn, Alexis Herrera, Cooper Kilberg, Ariel McClearin, Arran McPerryman, Taylor Mendoza, Sydnie Nailor, Madason Shaw, Daisy Sosa, Coy Tarbill, and Jesus Villa.

Sophomores: Nicole Arduini, Shilah Austin, Bailey Bickett, Primitivo Cosileon, Rollie Elder, Ciara Garza, Emmi Gladhill, Jaiden Hemminger, Miranda Long, Jacob Miller, Brooke Nelson, Logan Pillars, Gracie Rabuck, Lexus Rivera, Cayden Roberts, Keegan Robinson, Lillian Shuman, Araseli S. Moreno, Phoenix Starr, Zachary Wildman, Ruby Willett, and Adison Wolf.

Freshmen: Dylan Barron, Jared Betts, Sonea Cantu, Karley Crady, Falynn Fragd, Jacob Frankfother, Branden Gordon, Drew Gray, Aubriana Heald, Alexis Hurley, Katie Kuhlemier, Madeline LeFevre, Jalen Morthland, Emily Musselman, Ruben Reyes Jr., Daniel Ripley, Shyanne Robinett, Shae Romero, Nicholas Rozhon, Bradi Schrader, and Noah Tupper.

Honors Seniors: Alexis Arrezola, Adryan Bales, Taylor Biscup, Brittany Bohlken, Noah Burkitt, Albert Cook, DeJa Coulter, Eric Drolema, Tegan Frankfother, Charlotte Hendrix, Chelsie Hodge, Jenny Lawson, Drake Myers, Hayley President, Bailee Rosalez, Dakota Wilkinson, Terrisa Willett, and Miranda Williams.

Juniors: Jonathan Cameron, Jaeden Campos, Sarina Campos, Alexandar Cantu, Maribel Cervantes, Shanae Cochran, Mac Kenzie Davis, Francisco De La Cruz, Rowland Gillette, Stephanie Guerrero, Brianna McNinch, Jenea Montanez, Mason Myers, Dacia Schinderling, Zachery Scott, Maliya Sotelo, Nata-

lie Swanson, Salvador Torres, Raven Valdivia, David Villa, and Seth Williams, Sophomores: Xavier Boyungs, Roger Carlson, Brandon Clark, Flora Cross, Eduardo De La Cruz, Ashtyn Folgers, Angel Freas, Abigail Gray, Brayden Hamblen, Isaiah Harris, Joshua Hewitt, Trevor Jordan, Brennan Mammosser, Emily Marcum, Sarah Marks, Jacob Matthews, Katyn Parrott, Colten Peterson, Tommy Puckett, Justice Pyron, Allie Renner, Alexandra Romo, Emily Sauer, Bailey Wetzell, Sydney Young, and Austin Zink.

Freshmen: Thomas Christensen, Blake Claxton, Zachary Dale, Trey Dietrick, Nick Ebersole, Makenzie Fauble, Samantha Henderson Rule, Genieve Herrera, Jasmine Insley, Savanna Keefer, Dacotah Lowrance, Isabel Martinez, Ana Padilla, Nadia Poff, Tessa Preston, Jackson Reinhardt, Gage Rosenow, Brennan Schofield, Caitlin Shaw, Madison Shetley, Scott Spears Jr., April Torres, Ashly Torres, Joshua Watts, Delaney Wetzell, Alexandria Wheat, and Jack Williamson.

Corrine Wagenknecht.

Juniors: Harrison Brousseau, Abbey Howes, Maggie McReynolds, and Emily Wall.

Sophomores: Hannah Atherton, Josie Lind, Taylin Ritter, and Kaylee Towne.

Freshmen: Kurt Bitting, Ellen Johnson, Joshua Monier, and Jack Ritter.

Department Awards TRAC 15 Art Conference: Savanna Bell, Ember Cork, Alexandria Geary, Addison Moreland, Carrington Musil, Kassie Thomas, and Caitlin Starr, first place; Rachel Brummel and Hunter Schof, second; and Rachel MacNaughton, fourth.

Illinois Art Education Association Poster Youth Art Month: Breonna Balensiefen and Haley Wierzbicki.

Illinois Valley Community College Art: Rachel Brummel and Rachel MacNaughton.

Scholastic Art: Haley Wierzbicki.

Illinois Art Education Association: Rachel Brummel.

Federal Junior Duck Stamp Award, Group Three: Kassie Thomas and Victoria Balensiefen, first; Addison Moreland and Bureau Valley High Colten Reuter, second; and Ashley Everson, Nicole School, Manlius Wirth, and Natalie Nugent, Perfect Attendance: third; honorable mention: Hannah Atherton, Garret Kaitlin Splitt, Jackson HanDabler, Ashley Everson, son, Niquel Eilts, Morgan Ashley Guenther, Chelsea Strader, Nicloe Stone, Higgins, Cassie Johnson, Cailtynn Starr, Carrington Kenneth Johnson, Josie Musil, and Brittany Stoner.

Lind, Caje Peterson, MorGroup Four: Hunter gan Strader, and Heather Schoff and Breaonna Williams.

Balensiefen, first; Savanna Citizenship Awards Bell and Grace Risatti, secAmerican Legion: Riley ond; and Jacqlynn Rapp Francis and Alex Johnson; and Rachel Brummel, third; honorable mention: Kristyn honorable mention: Ember Ehnle and Tyler Gonigam.

Cork and Kathirene Walker.

Daughters of the AmeriHandbook Design can Revolution: Carlie (2014-15): Addison MoreBickett. land.

Sons of the American Bausch & Lomb Award: Revolution: Josh Mead.

Tess Kopp.

Academic Scholarships Business: Regan WeiIllinois State Scholars: dner and Tyler Gonigam.

Carlie Bickett, Rachel Family and Consumer Brummel, Riley Francis, Irini Petros, Caitlin Scott, Ali Silt- Science: Ashley Guenther.

Math and Science: Irini man, and Regan Weidner.

Petros.

Prairie State Scholars: Grant Andresen Senior Rachel Brummel, TJ ClaxSocial Studies: Alex Johnton, Haley DeVoss, Riley son.

Francis, Alex Johnson, Spanish: Haley DeVoss.

Charlie Lotspeitch, Irini National Spanish Test Petros, Brock Taylor, and Spanish I: Kurt Bitting, Jehna Thomas.

Jade Blackert, Austin CatPresident’s Education: Riley Francis, Sydney ton, Paige Foster, Ben Lebahn, Irini Petros, Caitlin Jackson, Tess Kopp, Joshua Monier, Lizette Owen, Scott, and Alison Siltman.

Alex Peck, Jack Ritter, Sauk Scholars: Rachel Brummel and Kristyn Ehnle. Trevor Sights, Nicole Stone, and Austin Wierzbicki.

Marine Corps Awards Spanish II: Hannah AtherDistinguished Athlete: ton, Preston Balensiefen, Regan Weidner and Josh Erica Buckman, Josie Lind, Mead. and Katie Smith.

Scholastic Excellence: Spanish III: Harrison Carlie Bickett and Alex Brousseau, Chelsea HigJohnson. gins, Luca Nitschmann, Semper Fidelis Award and Emily Wall. for Musical Excellence: Spanish IV: Carlie BickMariah Klemme and Harett, Brynley Colby, Haley rison Brousseau.

DeVoss, Ashley Guenther, Veterans of Foreign Wars: Regan Weidner and Caitlin Scott, and Ali Siltman.

Josh Mead.

Army Reserve Scholar, Voice of Democracy: Athletes: Lindsey Hoffert First- through third-place: and Parker Neuhalfen.

Riley Francis, Charlie BVHS Scholar Athletes Lotspeitch, and Lindsey Athletic Booster Club Hoffert.

Sportsmanship: Regan Scholarships Weidner and Alex Johsnon.

Chad Sarver, Gary Carl Bob O’Bryant 12 Star Memorial: Irini Petros.

Awards: Carlie Bickett, CPS: Annika Carter.

Quincy University: Haley Dylan Martin, and Josh Mead.

DeVoss.

Four-Year Plaques Educators of Beauty: Basketball and football: Cassie Johnson and Blake Balensiefen, Alex Monique Lopez.

Johnson, Thomas JohnStudent Council ston, and Parker Neuhalfen.

Seniors: Charles Basketball and volLotspeitch, Joshua leyball: Heaven Bennett Mead, Bailey Russell, and

and Val Reuter.

Basketball, softball, and volleyball: Carlie Bickett.

Track: Haley DeVoss and Keegan Mooney.

Dance team: Julia Edlefson and Corinne Wagenknecht.

Cross-country and track: Riley Francis and Regan Weidner.

Basketball: Evan Frank and Kelsey Kaiser.

Softball: Ashley Guenther and Taylor Lally.

Football and track: Tyler Gonigam and Chase Pierce.

Golf: Jacob Heidenreich.

Track and volleyball: Lindsey Hoffert and Sydney Lebahn.

Football: Garrett Jackson, Dalton Kepner, Riza Mirtoski, and Blaine Peterson.

Baseball, basketball, and football: Dylan Martin and Josh Mead.

Basketball and softball: Irini Petros.

Baseball, basketball, and volleyball manager: Sean Shepard.

Baseball and basketball: Gage Smith.

Cheer: Samantha Splitt.

Dance and volleyball: Ali Siltman Volleyball: Jehna Thomas.

Cross-country: Charlie Lotspeich and Michael Trujillo.

Baseball: Jayson Trussen.

Three Rivers Academic All-Conference Seniors: Blake Balensiefen, Alex Johnson, and Thomas Johnston, football and basketball; Carlie Bickett, volleyball and basketball; Haley DeVoss, Corrinne Wagenknecht, and Keegan Mooney, track; Riley Francis and Regan Weidner, cross-country and track; Tyler Gonigam and Chase Pierce, football and track; Ashley Guenther, softball; Lindsey Hoffert, volleyball, basketball, and track; Garrett Jackson, football; Sydney Lebahn, volleyball and track; Charlie Lotspeich, cross-country, basketball, and baseball; Josh Mead, football, basketball, baseball; Parker Neuhalfen, football and basketball; Irini Petros, basketball and softball; Sean Shepard, volleyball, basketball, and baseball; and Ali Siltman, volleyball.

Juniors: Savanna Bell, basketball; Harrison Brouseau, golf; Trey Dale, football, basketball, and track; Abbey Howes and Jessica Loudenburg, track; Dana Kepner, softball; Darcy Kepner, basketball and softball; Rick Lootens, football and basketball; Yulian Osorio, cross-country, basketball, and baseball; Sam Stocking, volleyball, basketball, and softball; and Kalynn Sullivan, volleyball and softball.

Sophomores: Chase Gripp, football; Lexi Jacobs, Tiana Kennedy, and Hunter Schoff, track; and Heather Williams, cross-country and track.

Freshmen: Kurt Bitting, Austin Catton, Bradley Sierens, and Haley Weidner, cross-country and track; Drake Davis, football and track; AJ Hockings and Austin Wierzbicki, track; Christen Hurley, Ellen Johnson, and Cassidy Olds, basketball; Spencer Marquez, baseball; and Addison Moreland and Nicole Wirth, basketball and track.

COLLEGE HONORS Phi Kappa Phi

Morrison: Robert Deter and Nolan Dykema.

Prophetstown: Blake Lundberg.

BATON ROUGE, La. – Andrew Cessna of Sterling recently was initiated into the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi at Villanova Uni- Educators of Beauty versity in Pennsylvania; and STERLING – Nicole Kolver Matos of Rochelle Ohlendorf of Harmon has was initiated at Northern graduated from the cosIllinois University in DeKalb. metology program at Educators of Beauty.

Black Hawk College

GALVA – Those graduating May 22 at Black Hawk College, East Campus are: Ashton: Megan Knight, cum laude.

Davis Junction: Jennifer Bathje.

Dixon: Rachel Hill, magna cum laude.

University of Illinois College of Pharmacy at Rockford ROCKFORD – Andrew Gibbs of Milledgeville graduated May 7 from the University of Illinois College of Pharmacy at Rockford,

Erie: Aleshia G. Johannsen.

Fulton: Morgan M. Wierema.

Morrison: Jeffrey Houzenga, Sarah Mapes, Molly Carthage College K. Sedig, Teah Shirk, and KENOSHA, Wis. – Logan Sara L. Zickert.

Sedig of Sterling graduated Prophetstown: Jeremy cum laude from Carthage K. Majeski.

College, with a Bachelor of Rock Falls: Kyle E. Davis.

Arts degree in biology and Sterling: Nicholas D. neuroscience.

Abele, Elizabeth K. Allen, Duncan C. Gingrich, Emma J. Kermott, Hannah E. KerWestern Illinois mott, Kacie E. Klinge, Troy University Michael Miller, and Joel R. MACOMB – Those Wetzell. named to the spring Byron: Katlyn M. Field, dean’s list at Western IlliKristine M. Hedegaard, nois University are: Michelle E. Hughes, Jared Walnut: Ryan A. Carlson. R. Laxner, Rebecca S. with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree, with a concentration in rural pharmacy services.

Mckinney, Jordan C. Regez, Ashley K. Sell, and Scott C. Smith.

Forreston: Shawn M. Loomis and Jacob E. Poffenberger.

Mount Morris: Kassandra L. Massolle.

Rochelle: Katherine V. Friday and Thomas A. Sprowl.

Amboy: Taylor C. Daniels.

Ashton: Cody Haenitsch.

Dixon: Winston S. Dewey, Ashley A. Durband, Jenna R. Griffith, Logan T. Griffith, and Tyler D. Vogeler.

Lanark: Cody J. Polizzi.

Milledgeville: Dana E. Bass.

Savanna: Benjamin A. Rogers.

UW – La Crosse LA CROSSE, Wis. – Alyssa Patten of Morrison has been named to the spring dean’s list at the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse.

Morningside College SIOUX CITY, Iowa – Renae Betts of Albany graduated May 28 from Morningside College, with a Master of Arts degree in teaching; and Candi Kuehl of Morrison graduated with a Master of Arts degree in teaching.

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Chamber hires new financial specialist NOTEBOOK

Staff changes at chamber

The Sauk Valley Chamber of Commerce has a new financial specialist.

Brenda Van Horn took over for Ronda Borgman, who has retired.

Annely Salgado resigned from her post as chamber marketing manager. Salgado took a job with her alma mater, Azusa Pacifica University in Azusa, California.

She will be an undergraduate admissions counselor at the school.

Salgado is a Sterling High School and Sauk Valley Community College graduate. She received a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Azusa Pacific, and interned at the university’s Mexico Outreach Office.

Young Living Essential Oils There is a lot more than food to be found at the

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Knowing someone within the field or at the company, or being connected to someone with a positive reputation, can help you avoid the resumé slush pile. It can help cut through the mess and achieve clarity.

– Dave

Big debt on old car Dear Dave, My wife cosigned a loan on a 2007 car for her sister. Now it’s being repossessed, and $23,000 is still owed on it at 20 percent. What can we do in this situation?

– Pablo Dear Pablo, Tell the bank or dealer where the car is, and tell them to come pick it up.

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Another example is the chain’s banana peppers, which will be colored with turmeric instead of Yellow No. 5 to “give it a more natural look,” Stewart said.

She added that Subway will also take this ini-

seating options.

The push to embrace a new image extends to food as well. Last month, Taco Bell announced it would drop artificial flavors and colors from its menu by the end of this year, although cobranded products like the Doritos Locos tacos would be exempt.

Taco Bell says its franchisee in the Wicker Park neighborhood of Chicago will ensure that alcohol is served responsibly at the new location, and that a third-party secret

shopper service will be hired to monitor alcohol sales. The website Eater previously reported that management at the Taco Bell location had applied for a liquor license.

Taco Bell says the Wicker Park store will be the first in the U.S. to serve alcohol. It said it already serves alcohol in Japan, South Korea and Spain.

A representative for Taco Bell, Ashley Sioson, said there are no current plans to bring alcohol to other Taco Bell locations in the U.S.

Clear the Air Sunday, June 7, 2015 By continuing to learn and grow, you can achieve more than you thought possible. The larger the audience, the more support you will achieve. Travel and group events will be valuable forums for making plans. This is a great year to revisit a project that you had put on hold.

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Joe’s Liquor and Tobacco will be opening soon in downtown Sterling. Owner Joe Singh says in addition to alcohol – “People will not have to go into Rock Falls to purchase liquor,” he said – customers can look forward to coffee and breakfast sandwiches. He hopes to be open by the end of next week.

Twin City Farmers Market, 106 Ave. A. Myra Sargent can be found there from 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays relaying information about Young Living Essential Oils.

Sargent is one of many area entrepreneurs who run home-based businesses. The Young Living product line is not a new one. For more than 20 years, the oils have been marketed as “having not only cosmetic but spiritually and emotionally uplifting properties”.

Young Living oils are extracted through steam distillation and cold pressing, making them stronger than the botanicals that they were taken from.

Sargent will be at the Senior Showcase in August at Northland Mall.

She also will be at Cook’s Corner, 2501 Ave. E in Sterling on Sept. 3. While at Cook’s Corner, she plans to give a presentation on how to use the Young Living products for cooking. Most of the Young Living products are for inhalation, but some can be used on the skin or put in food.

Products can be purchased on the website by using Sargent’s distributor code: 1494787.

Call or text Sargent at 815-499-7268 or visit the company’s website at www.youngliving.com for more information.

There’s no way to get out of the rest, my friend. You and your wife are going to be liable for whatever the car doesn’t bring in afterward. Let’s say it sells for $4,000. That would be subtracted from what is owed, and it will still be up to you guys to pay the rest. You could always try to negotiate to settle it for pennies on the dollar. Based on what you’ve told me, that’s a best-case scenario.

The other thing I would do is demand a full audit on the account from day 1 to present, because a 20 percent interest rate doesn’t explain why a car didn’t pay off – especially a $23,000 car. If this was a $5,000 car from a totethe-note car lot, and they were ripping her off charging only interest – and that’s all anyone was paying, and she gave up and punted – that’s fine.

You’re just looking for a little understanding of the situation. But $23,000 cars don’t generally have 20 percent interest. That’s a pretty freaky deal, and I’d want to know where the money went.

From a bank’s perspective, I don’t see how anyone would think something like this would work out. The car was going down in value the entire time, so it just doesn’t make sense to me. Of course, if you have the cash lying around and it wouldn’t damage your finances, you could just take care of things and call it Stupid Tax. Cosigning on a loan, especially with family, is never a good idea.

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Taco Bell says it will nix artificial flavors, colors The new layout is the latest sign Taco Bell is working to shed its fastfood image and appeal to millennials, who marketers say prefer products that seem less cookie-cutter and more “authentic.”

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Joe’s Liquor and Tobacco will sell beer and spirits, various tobacco products, and snacks, beverages, and fountain drinks, similar to a 7-Eleven, owner Joe Singh said.

“We will also have coffee and cappuccino for our breakfast customers,” the 28-year-old said. “We will have breakfast sandwiches available, as well.”

He hopes to open by the end of next week.

Singh also runs the Citgo station at 602 Locust St. Because it is across the street from St. Mary’s School, it cannot sell liquor, and Singh wanted to open a business where people can buy alcohol downtown and not have to drive elsewhere in Sterling, or across the bridge to Rock Falls.

Singh has not yet set hours, but did say that his new store would be able to sell alcohol until 1 a.m.

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tiative globally and has already started the food improvement process in all of its regions.

Subway has tried to tout its sandwiches as a healthier alternative to hamburgers, enlisting athletes like swimmer Michael Phelps and gymnast Nastia Liukin to appear in commercials over the years.

The chain came under fire last year when Food Babe blogger Vani Hari petitioned the company to remove azodicarbonamide, an ingredient used as a bleaching agent and dough conditioner, from its breads. Azodicarbonamide is also used to make yoga mats. Subway said it phased out the ingredient in April.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Clear the air, make amends and be honest about the way you feel. Once you address bothersome issues, you can move forward with your plans free of regret.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Money matters will weigh heavy on your mind. Ask for advice before signing up for a loan or high-interest money deal. Don’t be pressured into making a commitment you can’t afford.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Revealing your true feelings will ensure that pairings and partnerships will blossom. Use caution when traveling.

A long-awaited vacation will be more costly than anticipated.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Workrelated gatherings will be a good format for the ideas you have. Share your thoughts with others in the

industry in order to gain valuable insight.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- You will feel relieved if you shed your serious attitude for a while. Good times with close friends should be on your agenda. Hosting a gathering will give you a chance to make others happy.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -Arguments over living arrangements will cause discord. If you cannot reach a resolution, it may be time to start hunting for new accommodations. A congenial environment will help you excel.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- You are in need of some excitement.

Adventure and travel will go handin-hand. Plan a trip to an intriguing destination. A passionate encounter will spark your imagination.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -Mixing business and pleasure will have detrimental results. Keep your career and home life separate to avoid unwanted controversy. An impromptu trip will yield surprising possibilities.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -Romance will take center stage today.

You will impress someone special

if you take time to formulate an interesting day trip that you can enjoy together. Express your feelings and improve your personal life.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Look at your future with optimism. Dealing with the roadblocks you face will lead to bigger and better plans.

Collaborating with someone who has something innovative to contribute will pay off.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Join forces with those as dedicated as you are to making a difference. A critical remark will contain good advice and will lead to stellar results.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -Children and elders will give you a new perspective on an old problem.

Listen to your intuition and back away if you are asked to be part of something that doesn’t suit you.

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Area scholarship recipients

Project STRIVE (Students Taking Renewed Interest in the Value of Education) is a mentor and educational program sponsored by the Twin Cities Sunrise Rotary Club. Rotarians Randy Clodfelter (left) and Gary Schopp, committee chairman, gather with the female scholarship winners. Schoop has organized the project with Rock Falls High School counselors. The group meets with students several times a month, individually, and in groups when speakers are presenting. Topics include information on interviewing for jobs, financial planning, etiquette, and skills needed for the job market. The program awards scholarship money to those who complete the program and hold 100 percent attendance at meetings. Not pictured are the male scholarship winners. Photo submitted.

Idalis Calderon, a 2015 Polo Community High School graduate, received the 21st annual Law Offices of M. Thomas Suits, P.C. Scholarship from Tom Suits. She was selected for the $250 scholarship in recognition of her high ethical standards and service to her community. She will attend Sauk Valley Community College in Dixon in the fall and plans to pursue a career in elementary education. Photo submitted by Suits.

Carroll County students earn recognition The Carroll County Help Center recently awarded three $500 scholarships to graduating seniors interested in pursuing training at a community college or a vocationaltechnical school.

Betty Selection Nicklaus is based on financial need, academic achievement ,and future goals.

Money for Bailey the scholarFisch ships is raised from the sale of used items through the Carroll County Thrift Shop in Savanna, a cooperative effort of the faith communities, organizations and individuals in the county.

Shawna L. Lott of West Carroll High School in Savanna received the Lois Frank Memorial Scholarship.

The scholarship, funded in part through Frank’s estate, was presented by Mary Jean Emery. Frank, who died in 2014, was the first president of the center when it was organized in 1972.

Lott will attend the welding program at Midwest Industrial Trade School in Stockton.

Two additional scholarships were presented to Milledgeville High School students, Betty Nicklaus and Bailey Fisch, who will begin their studies at Sauk Valley Community College in Dixon.

Nicklaus is pursuing a career in public health nursing. Fisch plans to work in blind rehabilitation.

Shawna Lott, a student at West Carroll High School in Savanna accepts the Lois Frank Memorial Scholarship from Mary Jean Emery, scholarship chairwoman. Photo submitted.

Matt Oswalt, a 2015 graduate of Sauk Valley Community College in Dixon, received the A.G. Oetting Fire Science Scholarship from Arlyn Oetting. The scholarship was established in honor of Oetting’s 44 years of service to the Sterling Fire Department, 29 years as chief. Oswalt, a 2012 graduate of Newman Central Catholic High School in Sterling, plans to transfer to a 4-year institution and major in fire science. He is the son of Tim and Mary Beth Oswalt, and works on-call for the Dixon Rural Fire Department. Photo submitted.

ROCK FALLS ROTARY STUDENTS OF THE MONTH

ASHFORD HONOREES

Rock Falls Rotary honored the 2014-15 RFHS Rotary Students of the Month with a dinner for the students and their parents. They are (left to right) Kobe Conklin, Collin Marcum, Michaela Spreier, Katie Krone, Morgan Folgers, Lilly Ngai, Michaela Ward, Carmina Lopez, Chelsi Blair, and Beatriz Estrella. Not pictured is Aaron Frank. Gift cards with a note encouraging the students to join a service organization were presented to each student. Photo submitted by Betty Clementz.

Awards were presented to students during Ashford University’s 2015 Awards and Recognition Ceremony on April 23 in Clinton, Iowa. Alison Brokaw (front row, center) of Walnut was awarded the Academic Excellence in Psychology Award.

The award is given to psychology graduates who have exhibited distinguished performance in the psychology curriculum and in preparation for a career in psychology. Photo submitted by Larry Libberton.

STUDENTS PERFORM

The Rock Falls Middle School Drama Club performed May 9. Caleb Mattingly (from left), Austin Koehler, Belén Mendoza, Ethan Young, Madi Gould, Anthony Moreno, Angel Moreno, and Sam Sharp presented “The Greek Mythology Olympiaganza.” Tony Castillo is the coordinator. The program is a partnership between the SterlingRock Falls YMCA and Rock Falls School District 13. Photo submitted by Castillo.

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Under the sea of lights

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Disneyland debuts its new Disneyland Forever fireworks show in celebration of the theme park’s 60th anniversary May 21 in Anaheim, California. The new show features 3-D projections and a new song.

For Disneyland’s 60th, there’s Mickey, Minnie and cutting-edge technology

BY HUGO MARTIN Tribune News Service

ANAHEIM, Calif. – On a rainy spring night, Disneyland technology guru Chuck Davis paced along Main Street, overseeing a rehearsal of a new fireworks and light show for the park’s 60th anniversary celebration.

Projectors, lasers, fireworks and audio equipment were assembled to create a show that displays well-known Disney characters on the facade of Main Street buildings while music blared and fireworks rocketed over Sleeping Beauty Castle. It is one of three attractions that have been revamped for the celebration.

But the music booming through the outdoor speakers was cutting in and out, and the animated images were not perfectly aligned on Main Street’s buildings.

“If it was easy, everyone would be doing this,” Davis quipped as he took notes of the glitches.

Sixty years after Walt Disney opened a theme park powered largely by gas engines, electric motors, pulleys and gears, Disneyland is jumping into its seventh decade with heavy use of laser mapping, high-definition projectors, LED lights and infrared technology to tell Disney’s classic stories.

The heavy reliance on digital wizardry gives the park the flexibility to upgrade its attractions primarily by installing new software instead of having to tear out steel beams, mortar and plywood.

“It’s like a movie house.

You just change the movie every once in a while,” said Bob Gurr, 84, one of Disney’s original imagineers and now a theme park consultant.

Disney officials declined to discuss how much they spent to upgrade its parade, fireworks show and “World of Color” water spectacular for the celebration, which started last month. But Walt Disney Co. reported investing

An image from “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” is projected on spraying water as Disney California Adventure shows off its new “World of Color: Celebrate!” to the media.

The Paint the Night parade features the “Cars” movie on Main Street U.S.A. during a dress rehearsal for Disneyland’s 60th diamond anniversary celebration. nearly $1.2 billion in its domestic theme parks and resorts in 2014, up from $1.14 billion in 2013.

The investment is likely to pay off, especially because Disney plans to present the new attractions through the end of the year.

Disney executives say the company has long had a history of investing heavily in advanced technology to make park attractions dazzle the guests.

“In a way, it’s no different than when Walt opened Disneyland because he was using technology that was cutting edge at the time,” said Tom Staggs, chief operating officer of Walt Disney Co. “That has been our approach since the beginning.”

When the Burbank, California-based company need to boost attendance at Disney California Adventure, it spent an estimated $1.1 billion to open Cars Land in 2012, stuffing computerized controls into things such as the vehicles in the Radiator Springs Racers ride.

Attendance grew nearly 10 percent in 2013 – better than the 1.5 percent increase at neighboring

Disneyland, according to an estimate by the accounting and engineering firm Aecom.

Hard-core Disney fans say they don’t mind the use of advanced technology in new attractions as long as the park does not alter older rides.

“Let them do some fancy new technology but don’t disturb history,” said Steve Kwate, an annual Disneyland pass holder from Chicago.

Other theme parks have also turned to new digital technology to draw in visitors. Universal Studios Hollywood and Knott’s Berry Farm in nearby Buena Park are launching their own attractions this summer that rely heavily on 3-D projections, infrared targeting systems and 360-degree screens.

“The theme park industry is so big,” Gurr said.

“But they remain dogeat-dog competitive.”

At the same time, park operators need to avoid the temptation to overuse digital gimmicks and wind up with an attraction that has no story or plot.

“At the end of the day, the emotion and experience has to come first and has to transcend that technology,” said

Dave Cobb, vice president of creative development for Thinkwell Group, an attraction design company in Burbank.

In addition to the new fireworks show, Disneyland launched a new parade that uses 1.5 million LED lights attached to floats and dancers, with the lights pulsating to the rhythm of the music. Infrared technology embedded in guests’ Mickey Mouse ears triggers lights in the ears that throb in sync with the parade music.

At Disney California Adventure, Davis and his crew created a new “World of Color” show, hosted by actor Neil Patrick Harris and Mickey Mouse, whose images appear on sprays of water shot into the air.

At Disneyland, Davis began to piece together the technology for the new “Disneyland Forever” fireworks show 18 months ago. The show required the skills of about 100 workers, including pyrotechnic experts, sound engineers and computer technicians.

The most advanced technology employed

in the fireworks show is the projection mapping used on Main Street buildings and other structures in the park, such as Sleeping Beauty Castle and the Matterhorn, Davis said.

Using lasers that scan the surface of the buildings and structures, technicians created a virtual 3-D landscape that was uploaded into a Disneyland digital server.

Special software was then used to program projectors to cast moving images onto the surface of the buildings and attractions to create optical illusions, such as Winnie the Pooh bouncing off a ledge and the Matterhorn transformed into Mount Wannahockaloogie from the “Finding Nemo” movie.

Twenty-five projectors have been installed throughout the park, some hidden behind the windows of Main Street buildings and others on turrets built in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle.

Some of the animated images were borrowed from classic Disney and Pixar movies, but other clips were custom drawn for the new fireworks show, Davis said.

“This show is four times the technology we have ever put on the street,” he said. “It’s much more involved.”

Laser lights that shoot out from behind the castle were also added, as well as fake snow that

drifts onto the crowds on Main Street during a segment featuring music from the blockbuster “Frozen.”

The projectors, lasers, fireworks, music and snow machines were all wired into a control room on the second floor of the Lincoln Theater on Main Street, where half a dozen men and women sit at computer terminals and consoles, watching the show on 14 flat-screen monitors on the wall.

A crew member in the control room even keeps track of developing weather patterns on a laptop computer.

The show can continue during a rainstorm but the crew won’t launch fireworks during heavy wind.

All the elements of the show are synchronized with a digital timer that the stage manager starts two minutes before the show is scheduled to begin.

As he monitored a recent rehearsal, Davis’ cellphone rang every few minutes with questions from his technicians.

During the runthrough, some of the special effects were missing, such as an inflatable set that resembles seaweed for a “Little Mermaid” section that was supposed to rise from one of the Main Street buildings.

“Oh, there’s a little program problem, boys,” Davis called out. “This is why we do rehearsals.”

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Farm Service Agency program deadlines near Acreage reports are required for program eligibility and mandatory for producers who participate in the Farm Service Agency programs such as: the new Price Loss Coverage Program, the Agricultural Risk Coverage Program, Conservation Reserve Program, Commodity Loans, Loan Deficiency Payments, Farm Storage Facility Loan Program, and the Non-insured Assistance Program.

The deadline to file reports to local FSA offices is July 15.

This year the Lee and

Whiteside County FSA offices will conduct the crop certification process by appointment. Appointments can be made from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Lee County FSA office, 319 S. Mason Ave., Amboy, 815857-3621, ext. 2.

In Whiteside County, call 815-772-2124, ext. 2, to set up an appointment. The office is at 16255 Liberty St., Morrison.

For prevented planting consideration, producers need to report the condition to their agents and FSA

within 15 days of the final planting for that crop. They should be turned in at the completion of planting – June 5 for corn and June 15 for soybeans. A list of planting dates is required.

Producers also are reminded to report any prevented or failed acreage as soon as possible before the established deadlines to ensure compliance with current farm programs and possible eligibility for future programs.

After the July 15 deadline, producers will be charged a $46 late filing fee per farm

to file a crop report.

Acreage reports may be revised at any time without a late filing charge, as long as the crop can be verified in the field.

Low interest loans are available through the FSA Direct Farm Ownership Program.

Applications must be approved by Sept. 30 to take advantage of the available fiscal year 2015 funding.

Eligible farmers and ranchers can borrow money to buy farmland, construct or repair buildings, pay closing costs,

or promote soil and water conservation.

The interest rate and loan terms for these loans can be as low as 2.5 percent (currently), with up to 40 years to repay.

The agency also has a special loan program (downpayment) to assist eligible underserved. and beginning farmers and ranchers to purchase a farm.

Military veterans also are encouraged to apply. Targeted underserved groups include American Indians or Alaskan natives, Asians, African Americans, Native

Hawaiians, Pacific Islanders, Hispanics, and women.

The maximum loan amount is $300,000, (not to exceed 45 percent of the lesser amount of the purchase price or appraised value of the farm to be purchased.)

The applicant must make at least a 5 percent cash down payment of the purchase price, with the interest rate for this loan type currently at 1.5 percent, with a 20-year loan term.

Go fsa.usda.gov/farm loans for more information or contact any FSA office.

COMMUNITY BEAUTIFICATION

RNA HEADQUARTERS VISIT

Members of the Rock River Garden Club gathered May 6 to clean up the pots and flower beds at the Post House Ballroom and Lincoln Memorial Park, both in Dixon. Sitting on the rock garden stones are (from left) Kathy Yount, Pam Cunningham, Terrie Sloan, and Betty Russell. The club works year-round to maintain its public gardens. Photo submitted by Nadine Portner.

Members of the Sterling adult and youth chapters of Royal Neighbors of America toured the home office of the Rock Island-based life insurer. Those attending are (front row, from left) Andrea Fox, Hailey Pipes, Rachel Meiners, Robin Meiners, Alex Espinoza, Juanita Espinosa, John Espinosa, Hannah Meiners, and Lindsay Aiello, RNA scholarship winner; and (back row) Chase Pipes, RNA scholarship winner.

Photo submitted by Robin Meiners.

SAUK VALLEY AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

PROCLAMATION

The Fitting Room won the Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce May Customer Service Award. With chamber ambassadors are Tina Lira (front row, from left), Yeni Lira, and Adbulia Villa from The Fitting Room. Photo submitted.

During a recent Rock Falls council meeting, members of the Whiteside County Relay For Life Planning Committee received a Mayoral Proclamation from Rock Falls Mayor Bill Wescott, declaring June 13 as Relay For Life Day. With the proclamation are (front row, from left) Russ Siefken, Betty Clementz, Mayor Bill Wescott, and Cheryl Faber; and (back row) Gina Browning and Tracy DeVries. The relay will be from 6 p.m. to midnight June 13 at Hinders Field, 15th Avenue, Rock Falls. Prerelay activities are planned from 3 to 5:30 p.m. Photo submitted by Clementz.

IN BRIEF Dealership helps DHS Booster Club DIXON – The Ken Nelson Auto Plaza and Dixon High School’s “Dodge Booster Club Fundraiser” raised $960 for the club.

In conjunction with the May 7 conference track meet, $20 was contributed for each test drive taken in a Dodge Durango, Dart, Grand Caravan, or Journey.

With the cooperation of local dealers, Dodge supports local schools and student enrichment programs in communities across the U.S., and has helped raise more than $6 million since 1993.

In 2014, Dodge donated more than $725,000 to local high school organizations through the “Dodge Booster Club Fundraiser.”

Soldiers graduate, earn commission Army Pvt. Rodney J. Davis Jr. and Pvt. Daniel J. Voss have graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Benning, Georgia.

Davis is the son of Deb Martinez of Des Moines, Iowa, and Debra Kuelper of Milton, Wisconsin. He is a 2004 graduate of Prophetstown High School.

Voss is the son of Allen and Jacie Voss of Wilton, Iowa. He is a 2013 graduate of Prophetstown High School.

Golden Smith has been

commissioned as a second lieutenant in the Army after completing the Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps Program and graduating with a bachelor’s degree from Northern Illinois University in DeKalb.

Smith is a 2009 graduate of Dixon High School.

Engineering head completes course ROCHELLE – Noah Carmichael, Fehr Graham’s Rochelle branch manager and a principal owner, recently graduated from the seventh class of the Illinois Road and Transportation Builders Association Emerging Leadership Program.

The program is designed to educate individuals about transportation issues, including global trends and local government.

Fehr Graham, with offices in Illinois, Wisconsin, and Iowa, provides engineering, environmental, and funding solutions for commercial, industrial, institution, and government clients.

NICIL to offer health care tips STERLING – SterlingNorthwestern Illinois Center for Independent Living will offer an Accessible Healthcare Workshop for Persons with Disabilities from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

June 23 in the community

room at Sterling Federal Bank, 110 E. Fourth St. “If you attend the workshop, you can learn about your legal rights, how to enforce your legal rights, healthcare professionals’ legal obligations, and how to become your own patient advocate,” said Michele Miller, NICIL executive director. Food and refreshments will be provided. Call 815625-7860 by June 17 to reserve materials and a lunch space.

NICIL is about to celebrate its 30th anniversary.

The public is welcome to participate in one of two focus groups to share thoughts, ideas, and suggestions for NICIL’s future. Times are 10 a.m. to noon or 1:30 to 3 p.m.

June 18 at 412 Locust St. Snacks will be provided.

The deadline to sign up is June 15. Call the number listed.

Oregon inn named to TripAdvisor list OREGON – Patchwork Inn, 122 N. Third St., has received a TripAdvisor 2015 Certificate of Excellence Award.

The inn, an historic nineroom bed and breakfast inn, is owned by Bill and Stephanie Nelson.

Winners include worldwide accommodations, eateries, and attractions that have continually delivered a superior customer experience.

The award is based on the quality, quantity and reviews and opinions submitted by travelers on TripAdvisor.com during a 12-month period, as well as business’s tenure and ranking on the Popularity Index on the site.

To qualify, a business must maintain an overall TripAdvisor bubble rating of at least four out of five, have a minimum number of reviews, and must have been listed on TripAdvisor for at least a year.

Camp Discovery theme of VBS STERLING – Wesley United Methodist Church, 2200 16th Ave., will have a vacation Bible school from 9 a.m. to noon Monday through Friday.

Children, age 4 by Sept.

1 to those entering sixth grade in the fall are welcome.

Camp Discovery will involve campfire stories and songs and games.

Snacks will be provided.

The closing celebration and worship service will be at 10 a.m. June 14.

To register or for more information, go to sterlingmethodistvbs.org or call 815-625-1968.

Traveler to speak at WRTA meeting ROCK FALLS – The Whiteside Retired Teachers’ Association will meet June 18 at Immanuel Evangeli-

cal Lutheran Church, 501 Eighth Ave. Brunch will be served at 9:30 a.m. Reservations are due by Friday; call Paul Cannon at 815-6251565. Newly-retired educators are welcome.

Brandon Ray of Fulton will present the program about his travels in Belgium, France, and Luxembourg to trace events connected to World War I.

Youth will go over the basics of quilting and begin a quilting project.

The Petunia City Quilters have made a pattern specifically for SPIN members.

The classes are open to all youth 8 to 18 as of Sept. 1, 2014.

Register at edu/clw or call the Carroll County Extension office at 815857-3525.

Driver’s review course planned

Pigeon club race winners named

DIXON – A Rules of the Road review course will be from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. June 17 at the Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St. The class is designed to help participants pass the state driver’s license renewal written and road exams, and provides information on the vision screening.

For more information, call the state’s driver services department at 312814-3676.

Dixon quilters to team with 4-H’ers DIXON – Registration is underway for the Quilting Special Interest Club, in partnership with the Lee County Extension and the Petunia City Quilters.

The meetings will be from 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday and June 18, and 25 at the First Presbyterian Church, 110 E. Third St.

STERLING – The results are in for the Rock River Valley Racing Pigeon Club’s races.

The winners in the 200mile race on May 29 are Doug Harms of Rock Falls, first place, with 1,192 yards per minute or 40.6 miles per hour; Howard Geske of Rock Falls, second loft, with 1,173 ypm or 40 mph; and Pat and Don Kelsey of Sterling, third loft, with 1,161 ypm or 39.6 mph.

Geske took first place in the 450-mile Patrick Meyler Memorial Race on May 30 with 987 ypm or 33.6 mph; Harms was second loft, with 766 ypm or 26.1 mph; and the Kelseys were third loft, with 762 ypm or 26 mph.

Visit rrvpigeonclub.org for complete race results or more club information.

To join, call Devoe Manning at 779-861-1830 or Harms at 815-535-5205.

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CAR LOVERS SHOW OFF THEIR CHROMED BEAUTIES

Photos by Michael Krabbenhoeft/mkrabbenhoeft@saukvalley.com

ABOVE-LEFT: An emblem is seen on a 1966 Chevy Corvette owned by Tom Alford of Sycamore at the Lincoln Highway car show May 16 in Franklin Grove.

ABOVE-MIDDLE: The front end of a 1950 Chevy sedan owned by Wayne Silvius of Ashton.

ABOVE-RIGHT: Side trim on a custom 1954 Ford Skyliner owned by Francis Rockey of Lacon.

LEFT: Bob Kresanek prepares his 1935 Chevrolet Coupe for the Sterling Main Street Car Show on Sunday morning.

Philip Marruffo/pmarruffo@saukvalley.com

Photos by Michael Krabbenhoeft/mkrabbenhoeft@saukvalley.com

ABOVE: The front grill of a 1939 Ford Coupe owned by Chuck Jeanblanc of Amboy.

ABOVE-MIDDLE: A badge is seen on a 1963 Chevy Impala SS. ABOVE-RIGHT: The 327 engine inside a 1966 Chevy Corvette owned

by Tom Alford of Sycamore.

RIGHT: Vehicle owners flip up the hoods of their cars Sunday for the Sterling Main Street Car Show.

Philip Marruffo/pmarruffo@saukvalley.com

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Dixon 815.284.SOLD(7653)

Sterling 815.626.SOLD (7653)

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IS YOUR PET MISSING? Read our found section in todays paper. Just in case it is not there, call one of your area animal shelters listed below: Lee County Animal Control (815)284-3833 Granny Rose Animal Shelter (815)288-7387 Whiteside County Animal Control (815)625-3507 Happy Tails Humane Society (815)626-2994 A public service of Sauk Valley Media Reward for Missing Pet Terrier, Jack Russell Mix dog, Danny is white with light brown markings on his head & back w/ long tail.

Last seen Tues. S of Morrison on Wayne Rd. He has a collar w/ tags.

815-718-4175 Small lined paper memo book; lost on Wed 6/3 call: 815-973-7941

FOUND

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7-8 week old long haired, multi colored kitten found around Johnson Ave. in Dixon.

815-440-4972

VOLUNTEERS

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CASA 15th Judicial Circuit (Lee/ Carroll/Ogle Counties) is seeking volunteers to advocate for children in the court system involved in abuse and neglect cases.

Your involvement can impact a child’s future.

Contact Vanessa White, Director of Advocate Services (815) 288-1901 www.casalee carroll.com

WE NEED YOU! The Ronald Reagan Boyhood Home Invites all area citizens to volunteer as tour guides, greeters in our visitor center, gift shop clerks, and more! Shifts are available 7 days a week on your schedule.

Please join us in preserving and sharing the history of our country's 40th President and helping benefit the community with assistance in tourism.

Contact Brandi Langner at: (815) 288-5176 or stop by 810 S. Hennepin Ave. in Dixon to apply.

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This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law.

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ROCK FALLS RIVER FRONT HOME at 38 Browns Beach Rd. on 1.28 acres. 1BR, knotty pine living room. Home fully furnished plus river toys. $157,000. Call 815-626-4776.

STERLING $10K Reduction ★Now $105,000★ Move-In Ready 2 story Sterling Home, 3BR, 1½ BA, 1,300 sq. ft. garage, deck & lg. yard. All new roof, kitchen, baths, H/W floors, furnace plus finished basement w/ family/ 4th BR & ½ BA. 1110 5th Ave. Call 815-626-9472 1910 Reno Rd. 3BR, 2.5 BA, Master sweet, walk out to private hot tub. Main floor laundry, lg. kitchen finished basement, tons of storage, 4-5 car garage. $209,000 815-535-7778 2BR, 1ba., West end home for sale or rent. Immediate occupancy. $49,900. Call 408-528-5666.

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STERLING REDUCED- Ranch on 5 acres w/pole bldg. $294,000 #08844620 John Rosengren, RE/MAX Sauk Valley 815-6318550 www.19656 PenningtonRoad.com

CEMETERY LOTS

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2 Cemetery Plots Lyndon Cemetery 815-590-0662 Oakwood Cemetary, Dixon, 2 plots, nice location. $1,200 815-288-4709

DIXON

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MOBILE HOMES

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

No pets, no parties.

Refs. req.

815-336-2305.

Newer 2 BR, apartment Fieldstone area: W/D hookup, appls. incl. Fireplace, garage w/opener. $625 mo., $500 dep.

960 sq. ft.

815-626-1431 or 815-631-5855 2bed apt. in Dixon large rooms $425/mo.

815-622-2725 SNLRentals.com 2BR A/C, heat, water, garbage incl. $625/mo. + dep.

815-973-5886.

HARMON

2BR second floor, 321 W. 4th St., Dixon. $500/mo.

815-262-0756.

Move in Special!

Half off 1st month's rent!

2 BR 1 BA apt. for rent: 952 Harmon Rd. Harmon, IL. $475/mo. Country setting. Walk-in closets. Car port parking available.

815-562-7368

2BR Upper Condo Style Apartment Appliances included, Including washer and dryer, dishwasher, deck.

Tenant pays electric. $650/mo., deposit, 1yr. lease.

Available 6/1/15.

Owned Realtor 815-378-2151.

Nice 2BR, stove refrig. stacked w/d garbage p/u furn.

No Pets.

Ref., Lease, $450/mo. + dep. 815-652-2042 Nice, clean 2BR with Storage/Laundry room, stove/refrig, A/C. $550 Mo + Dep. 603 S. Hennepin. No smoking or pets 815-4403040 between 9am-8pm. Seeking reliable, long term tenant. Good references required.

Terry of Rock Falls sold his 2002 Pontiac Grand Am for $4200 using

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2BR house, 1 car garage attached $45,000 815-6311534

DIXON

1) Methuselah is thought to be almost 5,000 years old.

2 ) The Pacific Yew tree. Doctors use taxol to control ovarian and other types of cancer.

Before you make a move call…

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Brick & Masonry

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Call Now For Your Spring Cleaning.

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JOHN'S CLEANUP & REMOVAL Anything goes!!

Estate Cleanups PHONE 815-622-0240

Home Improvement

Dianna's Doggie Depot 527 Depot Ave. Dixon IL.

“Grooming Service for Small to Medium Dogs” New customers welcome at affordable prices.

For an Appointment call 815-716-3621

Dumpster Rental

Excavating

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815-590-1677

Genl. Contracting BRADY CONSTRUCTION (815) 499-1871 Additions, Garages Remodeling, Kitchens, Baths, Siding, Handicap Ramps.

WE DO IT ALL! 35 year experience FREE Estimates And We Will Call You Back:

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Power Washing Frank's Anything Power Washing Stripping Paint & Cleaning Homes, Decks, Driveways Commercial & Residential * Fully Insured * Call 815-213-0675

Property Maint.

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815-626-1333

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Lawn Care

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

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TV Repair

BILL'S LAWN SERVICE •Mowing •Garden Tilling •Yard Clean Up FREE Estimates Call 815-441-6073 BOB BOYD LAWN CARE SERVICES •Mowing• •Leaf Cleanup• Free Estimates Reasonable Rates Fully Insured 815-973-0699 Dixon Area Mowers Special Rates for Seniors & Disabled Great Rates Trimming & Blowing included.

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Special Rates on hedge trimming & mulch delivery

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Black........................................$20,900*

Silver ......................................$32,500* 2011Chevy1500CrewCabLTZ,Z71,

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MASONRY PROS •Brick-Block-Stone •Chimneys repaired or rebuilt •New Masonry or restoration & tuck-pointing Get masonry repairs done from winter damage.

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LAUTS MASONRY & GENERAL CONTRACTING •Brick Block Stone & Cultured Stone Work •Tuck Pointing Chimney Repair & Removal Over 35 Years Experience Quality work for a reasonable price.

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Plumbing

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Call for your FREE painting or sandblasting estimate 815-626-5165

MEISTER TREE CARE Specializing in all of your tree care needs.

Certified pesticide & herbicide applicator & line clearance tree trimming .

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Free Estimates No job too big or too small!

Licensed, Bonded Insured Safety and your satisfaction is my #1 goal!

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American Energy Savers “Sauk Valley's Oldest & Best Seamless Gutter Company” Always Flow Seamless Gutters Call Dan Maloney 815-288-4525

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EMPLOYMENT

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

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WACC has an opening for a CNA Clinical Instructor Must be a RN with 2 yrs. experience 1 yr. must be in teaching theory in an accredited nurse training program and/or providing nursing care to older/chronically ill adults. Clinical will run Tues. & Thurs. from Oct. 2015-March 2016.

For more information call Julia at 815-626-5810 Send letter of application and resume to: Paula Rademacher; Whiteside Area Career Center; 1608 Fifth Ave., Sterling IL 61081 EOE

HEALTH / MEDICAL

EMPLOYMENT

505

Agricultural Construction Company seeking Millwright and Bin crew laborers Positions will be seasonal with the potential for full time employment.

Must be able to lift 80lbs, use hand tools, and work Saturdays. Welding experience is a plus but not a requirement. All applicants are subject to background check.

Please email resumes to: Mbrady@apgrain systems.com Or apply within at 100 Roosevelt St., Hooppole, IL 61258 Awesome Summer Job – Team Corn Detasseling is hiring workers for summer detasseling.

Work with your friends this summer. Local Pick Up Sites and Fields. Ages 13 and up.

Earn from $7.75 to $10.00 per hour depending on your ability. Attendance Bonus Available. Season starts around July 5th to 10th and runs for 8 to 15 days.

Transportation Provided.

For Applications Call 866-898-8326 or 815-875-8100 or on the Web at: www.Teamcorn. com.

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RT, RN or LPN Lincare, leading national respiratory company seeks Health Care Specialist for out Rock Falls office.

Responsibilities: Disease management programs, clinical evaluations, equipment set up & education.

Be the Dr.'s eyes in the home setting. CRT, RRT, RN, LPN licensed as applicable. Great personalities with strong work ethic needed. Competitive salary, benefits & career paths. Drug free workplace. EOE Please send resume to: 812 12th Ave., Rock Falls, IL or e-mail to: syoakum@ lincare. com Wanted 2nd and 3rd Shift CNA's F.T. & P.T Wanted: Dir. Of Nursing Please Apply at: Heritage Square 620 N. Ottawa Ave. Dixon, EOE No Phone Calls Please.

Wanted

Experienced CNA's for Weekend shift.

Please apply in person at: Avonlea of Sterling 2201 East LeFevre Rd.

Casey's General Store in Oregon IL, accepting applications for Part Time Positions Must be willing to work days, nights weekends and holidays.

Apply online at www.caseys.com or mail applications to 901 Washington, Oregon IL 61061

EMPLOYMENT

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Help wanted to assist in setting up carnival rides at the Northland Mall in Sterling.

Apply at Monday June 8th , 8am at the mall.

Local company requires the immediate addition of a Production Technician Specialist. Vital that candidate is adaptable to change in response to daily client requests.

Successful candidate will have 5+ years of experience using Excel for the creation of and updating of spreadsheets including the use of basic formulas. Experience editing and auditing data are preferred. The ability to interpret, follow and communicate written instructions effectively is required.

Please send resume and cover letter to: Spectrum Data Human Resources, 131 N. 3rd St., Oregon, IL 61061 or e-mail: hr@spectrum data.org Looking for a CNC Press Brake, Tube Cutter and Plasma Table Operator Familiar with Turbo Nest 17 M-F 8-5 Send resume to: bellini@grics.net or apply in person @ 1577 Eldena Rd Dixon, IL. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE Looking to hire experienced Plumbers.

815-973-5298 Need Help Immediately Need people to start NOW! No Experience necessary Oppt'y for Advancement Potential Earnings of $500/wk Start this week Call 815-213-7360

Green River Veterinary Services

Looking for a full or part time VeteriTechnician/ nary Assistant.

Licensed preferred.

Compensation is competitive, based on experience and education. Pick up application at: Green River Veterinary Services 609 West North Street, Walnut, IL 61376

Professional Administrative Industrial 102 S. Galena Ave nd 2 floor, DIXON 815-835-3000 To apply or review our current openings, please visit our website at hughes resources.com Sedona Staffing searching for General Labor 1st & 2nd shift, Experienced Press Break operator general building & grounds Maintenance, Forklift position must be available all days.

Please stop into Sedona Staffing 1515A W Rt 30 Rock Falls, IL 61071.

815-716-8901

CHILD CARE

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NEW TODAY Semi Driver Class A CDL Full Time work We haul grain & intermodal containers.

815-751-3784 or 815-453-2354 Ashton, IL

Teaching Position Available Must submit two verifiable references, college transcripts, and be amenable to a full background check.

All applicants must have good classroom management skills, be able to plan lessons, and be able to work well with others.

There are currently two positions available, one is First Grade, and the other is a 6th-8th Science Teacher.

Please send replies to Box #:1283 ,c/o Sauk Valley Classifieds, P.O.Box 498, Sterling, IL 61081

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While we attempt to screen advertising with potential fraud, it is impossible to screen all potential problems.

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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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Resident Technician N Central IL Territory - Job #15-060 Altorfer AG is searching for a talented Resident Technician to cover the North Central IL Territory! Counties included, but not limited to: Whiteside, Lee, Bureau and Putnam counties. Perform in field service and repairs focusing primarily on Terragators, Rogators, Spra Coupe, Lexion combines, Challenger Tractors and other CAT Ag products. Come work for a stable company that offers amazing benefits and advancement opportunities!

Apply at: www.altorfer.com/joblistings, refer to Job #15-060!

Equal Opportunity Employer/ M-F-D-V

Kreider Services, Inc is a 24/7 facility offering assistance to adults with developmental disabilities. Do you want to make a difference in someone’s life? Then we have the job for you!

We currently have openings in our group homes Float Department. We offer a base pay of $10.57, along with shift differentials. We also offer an excellent benefit package. All positions require weekend work. Requirements: must be 21 years of age, have a high school diploma or equivalent, a current driver’s license with an acceptable driving record, be able to pass a physical, 8th grade reading test and a criminal background check.

625-3600

If you feeel you can effectively work with people, have good communicaation fference ff skills, and a desire to make a diff in so omeone’s life, please applyy in person at:

or

284-2222

Looking for the perfect home?

Read Sauk Valley estate section and Real Estate Weekly on Thursdays.

500 Anchor Road Dixon, IL 61021 Attention: Jodi Murdock Kreider Services is an EEO, Drug Free workplace

NIPPON SHARYO MANUFACTURING

NEW TODAY

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Passenger railcar manufacturer in Rochelle, IL is seeking candidates for the following positions: • Setup Welder • Manufacturing Engineer • Electrical Quality Engineer •Mechanical Quality Engineer • Processing Agent

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Nippon Sharyo Manufacturing, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

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Love a good challenge? Thrive on change?

Pinecrest Community is currently offering employment opportunities for: • Registered Nurse, Full time and Part time •CNAs, Full and Part time all shifts and all shifts on weekends.

• Dining Services – Full and Part Time To take a closer look at Pinecrest and complete an application, just log on to: www.pinecrestcommunity.org Or apply in person at 414 South Wesley Ave., Mount Morris, IL

Sales Professional Sauk Valley Media is seeking a full-time outside sales professional who can prospect, negotiate and has the ability to open new accounts as well as maintain, grow and serve existing accounts. As Sauk Valley’s premier provider of print and digital news and information, we rely on ground-breaking and innovative thinking to connect our audiences and advertisers. Our rapidly expanding portfolio of publications and websites has created new opportunities for professionals who share our passion for serving our customers.

The successful candidate will possess the ability to work with minimal supervision while maintaining focus and productivity to meet deadlines. This person will have experience creating and presenting client proposals as well as experience developing and maintaining client relationships. Our Multi-Media Account Executive must have the ability to strategically and creatively think in a fast-ppaced environment. Microsoft Office proficiency and a Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience required. Must have a valid drivers license, dependable transportation and proof of insurance.

Qualified candidates should send cover letter and resume to: Contact Lori Walker Sauk Valley Media 3200 E. Lincolnway, P.O. Box 498, Sterling, IL 61081 lwalker@saukvalley.com Sauk Valley Media is an equal opportunity employer and a drugfree workplace.

Pre-employment drug screen and background check required.

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Search for local job listings at saukvalley.com/jobs/ NOW HIRING Full-Time 2nd Shift Positions • Assemblers • Welders • Machine Operators • Parts Cleaners E. D. ETNYRE & CO. 1333 S. Daysville Road, Oregon, Illinois Check us out on Facebook and www.etnyre.com M/F Disabled and Vet EEO/AA Employer

Exceptional Care & Training Center is an 84 bed skilled/ DD facility with a positive living and work environment; experienced, reliable staff; and an outstanding survey history. Compensation includes competitive rate of pay, commensurate with experience; new shift differential. New Graduates Welcome!

2601 Woodlawn Road Sterling, 61081 exceptional-care.org info@ectcl.com

Computer Imaging Output Coordinator Sauk Valley Media is seeking an individual to serve as Imaging Output Coordinator within our plateroom department. Responsibilities include assembling newspaper pages via computer files, imaging those files to press plates, and the maintenance and repair of related equipment. This individual must possess basic computer skills, a strong mechanical aptitude, and be a self-starter with the ability to meet deadlines and communicate clearly.

Accepting applications for light g assembly positions for all shii fts

Now accepting resumes for Wellness Director - RN Resumes may be mailed to 403 Scenic Street Morrison, Illinois 61270 Or

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PNC, INC. 11 7 E . M A S O N S T R E E T POLO, IL 61064

NOW HIRING Customer Service up to $12/hr. • Administrative Assistant Assembly 1st & 2nd Shifts • Packaging 1st & 2nd Shifts Production in Chadwick

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

Retail Banker Stillman Valley Stillman Bank has a career opportunity available in our Stillman Valley office for an experienced banking professional who enjoys developing new business relationships and values superior customer service. Our Retail Bankers develop and expand relationships with new and existing customers, helping them achieve their financial goals by providing guidance and identifying appropriate products and services to meet their individual needs. The ideal candidate will have strong customer relationship and sales skills in the banking or financial services industry. Consumer and mortgage lending experience is required.

Interested individuals may obtain an employment application from any of our offices or from our website at www.stillmanbank.com. Include your salary expectations and forward the application by mail or fax.

Stillman Bank is an equal opportunity employer of women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Stillman Bank Human Resources 101 E. Main Street, Stillman Valley, IL 61084 Fax 815-645-2025 jobs@stillmanbank.com EOE M/F/D/V

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Business Employment Skills Team, Inc. (BEST, Inc.) has part time Business Relations Representative Positions available in Oregon & Mt. Carroll/ Galena Bachelor’s degree in related field required, or will accept 5 years of Human Resource experience or any 4 year combination of related education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. For complete job description and application procedure log on to www.best-inc.org.

Inquiries: 815-224-7930 Application deadline is June 19, 2015.

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Human Resource Manager

JT Cullen, a state-of-the art custom fabrication and machining shop, is seeking candidates who are solid leaders for the position of Human Resource Manager and Safety Coordinator. Candidates need to understand the importance of being an employee advocate along with supporting all policies, goals, and objectives of the company.

Minimum requirements include a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management and 5 years related experience. Excellent written and oral communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential.

• Ensure that the company adheres to all state and federal regulations pertaining to employment matters and provide guidance to all employees to ensure consistent adherence to HR policies and practices.

• Facilitate an effective hiring process including candidate recruitment, interviews, selection, reference checks, background checks, drug tests, and correspondence.

• Manage new hire orientation procedures and scheduling.

• Develop and maintaining job descriptions.

• Maintain all employment and safety records. Develop necessary HR forms and checklists.

• Recommend appropriate action plans to handle HR issues, as necessary. Develop and organize training for safety and employee development as needed.

• Responsible for employee termination procedures, exit interviews, and unemployment insurance.

• Manage worker’s compensation claims and return to work policies.

• Research and present company benefit options to management.

• Lead the annual open enrollment process and work with benefit providers on renewals. Deliver written and/or verbal communication to employees regarding benefit changes.

• Responsible for the processing of employee benefit enrollment and changes.

• Facilitate safety team meetings and manage agenda action items.

• Audit, develop, and keep safety policies current with OSHA requirements.

• Maintain and develop wellness program activities including on-site biometric testing.

Evaluate participation incentives.

Pay is commensurate with experience and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, company paid life insurance, ESOP, and 401(k). Preemployment drug screen and physical required. EOE. Send cover letter and resume to jjohnson@jtcullenco.com or PO Box 311, Fulton, IL 61252.

Sauk Valley Media is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

EOE

RAYOVAC, INC. a division of SPECTRUM BRANDS, INC. a leading global consumer products company supplying batteries, specialty pet supplies, and shaving and grooming products.

2nd SHIFT ORDER FILLERS AND MATERIAL HANDLERS NEEDED

The 2nd SHIFT DISTRIBUTION ASSOCIATE full-time position is responsible for filling customer orders for shipment, loading trucks, material receipt, material storage and processing completed orders for shipment via Parcel, LTL, and truckload.

The 2nd SHIFT RECEIVING ASSOCIATE full-time position is responsible for receiving inbound materials, unloading trailer and movement of product throughout the facility on a Forklift.

Requirements: Must have a strong work ethic with an excellent attendance history. Must be detailed and quality oriented and have the ability to work independently to support facility goals. Previous material handling experience preferred. Experience with Forklifts (or similar), handheld RF scanning equipment, and warehouse management systems a plus. High school diploma or equivalent required. Ability to perform repetitive lifting up to 50 pounds, constant walking, standing, bending, twisting, stooping and reaching.

Wage advancement is based on skills acquired and range between $12.10 & $13.85 (includes shift premium). A quarterly bonus with a potential pay out, up to 10% of gross compensation.

Apply online at www.spectrumbrands.com/careers Search jobs and filter by Dixon. Apply to Distribution Associate or Receiving Associate.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. An Equal Opportunity / AA Employer Successful completion of background check and drug screen required for all positions. Spectrum Brands offers a full range of benefits to fulltime employees.

Tooling Machinist Metform L.L.C If you want to expand your career while contributing to an innovative, Savanna & Mount Carroll, IL dynamic and rapidly growing manufacturing company, we’re a right fit Hot Formed Products for you. At MacLean- Fogg Component Solutions, our highly-skilled, Extrusion Science motivated and ingenious people, are without question, our greatest Machined Components strength. We are the leading supplier of Fasteners, Engineered Components and Linkage & Suspension products that serve many diverse industries. Our innovative culture allows our people accelerate their own development through targeted training’s and growth opportunities. If you’re ready to take this calculated risk, come form your career with us.

Tooling Machinist Modifies and sets up tools as required. Performs close tolerance work to specifications, appropriate tool room equipment including engine lathe, EDM, milling machines, grinders, drill press, saws and welders.

RESPONSIBILITIES • • • • • • •

Maintains records of work performed Performs welding using tig, arc, and gas welding skills Keeps machine cleaned, oiled, and lubricated Maintains proficient knowledge of tool room equipment used and related processes Assists in training of machinists Uses all types of measuring tools including micrometers, calipers, indicators, and gages Works with all types of material including tool steel, low carbon steel, alloy steel, brass, bronze, and aluminum • Understands proper heat treatment of steels • Provides support to tool room production personnel: cutting tool steel on a horizontal band saw, organizing and maintaining forming tool rework inventory, organizing and accomplishing forming surface/ cylindrical grinding, polishing dies, organizing and distributing shop floor purchase orders

REQUIREMENTS

• Four years of tool room experience with Metform or the completion of two years college level courses with two years tool room experience or equivalent • High school diploma or equivalent with knowledge of math and English • Knowledge of tig, arc, and gas welding • Capable of understanding complex math, such as algebra and trigonometry. Ability to read/interpret mechanical blueprints.

• Continuously demonstrates the ability to operate the following equipment: CNC equipment, engine lathe, EDM, milling machines, grinders, drill press, saws and welders. Demonstrates the ability to program a conversational controller.

• Earned certification (Journeyman’s Card) of completion and apprenticeship program from an accredited institution • Good communication skills • Maintains a good supply of hand and precision tools to perform duties

EOE – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran If you are interested in an opportunity to advance your career, please apply online at: http://www.macleanfogg.com/careers/

SAUK VALLEY MEDIA • Saturday, June 6, 2015 • PAGE D5

MORRISON

LOANS

STERLING

Green View Estates in Morrison Independent Living All Applicants must be at least 62 years of age.

Income may not exceed: 1 person $21,000 2 persons $24,000 Monthly Rent is $402.00 Rent includes water, sewer and garbage removal.

Security Deposit is $300 A Pet allowed under 20 lbs Amenities are as follows: 2 bedrooms C/A, Attached Garage, Stove, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Laundry Hook Ups, Emergency Response Service, Library, Community Room, Exercise Room.

For an application please contact 815-626-5043.

ROCK FALLS 1 BR $375 Hampton Apts.

815-625-7043 1BR, stove, refrig. furnished. No pets.

815-625-0624.

2BR, $500mo. + $400 dep., No Pets, Edon Apts.

815-441-3999 2BR, stove & re$525 + frigerator dep. 563-880-8622 Crowne Hill Estates is accepting applications for 2 BR duplex, appliances included, attached garage, partial deck, large basement $501/mo. no utilities, $501 deposit, No Pets Also accepting applications for waiting list for all bedroom sizes.

815-626-5043

1 BR Apts.

No pets.

No Exceptions!

Call 815-716-0367.

1BR remodeled, no pets. $400/mo.

815-590-9511.

1BR, $400 815-562-7368 Rochelle Realty ★★1BR, W/D in unit, D/W. Woodlawn Rd. $500/mo.

815-535-7077.★★ 2 BR for $500

Water, sewer, garbage incl.

Coin W/D, No pets/ No parties.

Call Diana: 630-327-7046 2BR apt. Duplex, recently remodeled, clean. 1406 W. 3rd St. $550/mo. $550/ dep. Call 815-441-1951 or 815-441-2142.

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

Spacious 2 BR. 2 story townhomes.

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

Studio apt. $350/ mo. + dep. Call 773-319-0059.

WOOSUNG 3BR apt. 600 Griswold Ave. (Woosung is the town next to Dixon).

Newly renovated and new appliances. No pets. $575/ mo. Sec. dep. req. Call Matt 310-750-5663

HOMES FOR RENT

310

DIXON Riverside Townhome for rent.

2BR, 2 bath, 2 car garage. 1400 sq ft.

Boat dock included. $975 a month plus utilities, 1 year lease. Call 815378-2151.

MILLEDGEVILLE 3BR, 1½ car garage, $525+ dep.

No smoking or pets.

815-973-7076

Lg. 1BR. + appl.

No pets. $425 + dep. 815-718-1784.

Newly remodeled, 1BR stove, refrig., water, $400/mo. + No pets. dep.

815-535-3237

STERLING

RIVER RIDGE APARTMENTS

2 Bedroom Great Location Garages Available

$

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FREE *with 1 year lease

3 Months

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*Only Valid while garages last. New applicants only.

Next to

ALDI in Sterling

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

1st Month FREE! Call Me 2-Rent 815)632-7368 (Located Behind Northland Mall)

Sterling Rentals Newer 2 Bedroom $599.00 & Up Applcs., Fireplaces 2002 3rd Ave. 1836 First Ave. 606 W. Lefevre 2 BR $535.00 1 BR $465.00 1 Studio $390.00 Partial Heat, Water, Sewer, Refuse Removal, Laundry Facilities, Satellite

(815)626-1431

ROCK FALLS 1 Bedroom House Rock Falls Nice location, nice yard $425/mo.

815-622-2725 SNLRentals.com 2 bed house Rock Falls $535/mo.

815-622-2725 SNLRentals.com 2BR, 1BA, 11th Ave. full basement 1½ car garage. Applcs. Inc. $600+ dep. No pets, ref.

Req. 815-441-5624 2BR, 708 W. 2 St., 1 car garage.

W&D hookups, no pets.815-625-1900 nd

505 W. 5th St. 1BR 1BA. Spacious loft. $450/mo. + utilities 815-440-0007

STERLING 2BR Townhome $600/mo. Hampton Apts. 625-7043 2BR., 1BA garage NO PETS. $550 mo. + dep. 815440-7985.

Nice small 2BR $475/mo. + dep.

815-713-4793 RTO 2BR $49,900 $5,000 down.4413515.Agent owned.

Sunny 3BR Ranch, C/A, Why Rent?™ 1819 19th Ave. $698/mo.

815-878-7399 Very nice, clean, 2BR, 1BA, office, garage. $750+$750 dep. 815-626-8916

COMMERCIAL RENTAL

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Secured 3 acre w/ high bays and office, 3818 River Rd., Sterling.

815-626-8790

MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT

315

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

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

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

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

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

312-832-0500

FLEA MARKETS

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4-H Fair Marketplace, Crafters wanted, July 26, 10 -3 at Lee Co. 4-H /Fair Grounds 815-857-2603

AREA GARAGE SALES 624 DIXON GARAGE SALES 624 Fri & Sat 7am-?

710 Palmyra St Spring cleaning done-come find your new treasure!!

A little bit of everything! Parking avail. behind park board house.

Fri & Sat 8-Noon 510 N Brinton Ave Mens, womens, kids clothes, home décor, kitchen items, lots of misc items.

Fri 12-6 Sat 8-1 917 Eustace Dr. truck topper, adult bikes, tv stand, blueray, dvd, printer, baby rocker and clothing, maternity, brandname Jrs, womens, petitxlg, sm scrubs, lots of misc items Fri. & Sat. 8-1pm 704 E 2nd Street Multi-Family Sale!

Tons of Antiques!

Singer sewing machine, grandfather clock, dresses, tables, curio cabinet, bed, corner booth w/table, chairs, lamps, Coca Cola items, old signs, store displays, whiskey jugs, camera items, record player w/radio, items and kids much more!

Fri. 8-2 Sat. 8-?

1002 Institute 4 Family Sale Girl's clothes 6x7/8, (most 50¢,) collecsnowman tion, grill, tons of plants, candles, lots of misc. Something for Everyone.

Saturday ½ off.

Fri. 8-3 and Sat. 8-Noon 511 3rd Ave. Large selection of womens & Jrs. size clothing in excellent cond. including items from Chico's, The Loft & Eddie Bauer. Lots of shoes & purses.

Garden benches, wooden walking canes, handmade wooden items, wine rack, table, iron gate, wrought iron items, topiary, flower pots, signs, small Eureka vacuum, decorating access., baskets & much misc.

Sat. 8-3 1917 Paulsen Rd. Lots of beautiful girls clothes-Jr sz.

Womens -s,m,l All Namebrand, Victoria Secret, Hollister, ect. All new or worn once.

Jewelery, purses, shoes, all accessories, household items & misc.

Sat. 8am - 2pm 576 Palmyra Rd Mens & womens clothing, furniture, home décor, baby and kids clothes.

Saturday 8-2pm

1083 Lost Nation Rd

ASHTON 2BR lower, clean, no pets. Available Aug. 1st. $395/mo.

847-809-6828.

GARAGE SPACE

331

10x20 $50/mo. + $35 dep. 815-5909478.

Estate Sale Household items, some furniture and tools

Looking for the perfect home?

Read Sauk Valley estate section and Real Estate Weekly on Thursdays.

DIXON GARAGE SALES 624

ROCK FALLS GARAGE SALES 624

STERLING GARAGE SALES 624

PETS & PET SUPPLIES 775

WANT TO BUY 795

MISCELLANEOUS 796 FOR SALE

Saturday 8-2 Bethel Church Ministry Center North Ct. Cub Scout Pack 85

Saturday 8-1 306 E 3rd St. Desk, china hutch, older patio set, potatiller, boys clothes, games & puzzles like new, treasure hunts hot wheels & lots of misc.

Saturday 8-?

813 W. 18th St. Huge Sale Furniture, home décor, bedding, jewelry, accessories, ladies L, XL & Plus, & Jrs. XS-S

Train, don't complain!

Dog Obedience Class Starting Mon. June 8, 6 pm.

4 week course $50 Sign up at Granny Rose Animal Shelter, 613 River Lane, Dixon Proof of vaccinations is required.

Call 815-288-7387 if you have any questions.

I Pay Cash 4 Gold, Silver, Coins & Antiques 24/7 815-564-9061

Wool oval Terra Cotta braided rug.

3x5 $35. Call 815625-4987

Huge Multi-Family Rummage Sale

Collectibles, clothes all genders, toys, refrigerators, stove, books, lawn roller, aerator, tiller, compost tumbler, hostas, household items, misc.

Inside rain or shine! You don't want to miss it!

Wildcat Ridge Multi-Family Garage Sales (14+houses) Fri. 7am- 5pm Sat. 7am - 2pm 1881 Wildcat Court, 1901, 1921 & 1933 Wildcat Rd & Wildcat Ridge Subdivision (directions: take Palmyra Rd to Wildcat Rd, then into Wildcat Ridge Subdivision) (maps & flyers w/ list of items selling will be available) appliances, nurses uniforms, furniture, office equipment, antiques, seasonal decor, tools, grills, patio items, birdcage, crafts, Boyds Bears, jewelry, plants, pots, Steiff pewter beer mugs, baby cribs, infant seats, high chairs, bath seats, exerequipment, cise deep freezer, used go-cart, bikes, garden items, sewing machine, designer purses, trampoline, bathroom vanity, mirror & cabinet, Thirty-One bags, pop-up camper, pottery barn, brand name clean clothes infant including boys & girls to adult plus size, kids toys, luggage, poker table, baseball cards & memorabilia, primitives, Longaberger, Cherished Teddies collection, Plexus product, floral arrangements, sheets, comforters, wood steering wheel for 67-69 Camaro Nova, gauges-1yr old, new springs 67 Nova or Camaro, Eagle American motorcycle trailer, too much to list!!!!

LYNDON GARAGE SALES 624 Fri. & Sat. 8-?

608 E. Commercial St. Huge Rummage Sale!

A little bit of everything—Something for everyone!

POLO GARAGE SALES 624 Fri. 9-5 & Sat. 9-1 515 E. Oregon St. Clothes – girls size 8, boys size 6-8, womens 6-20. Bargans everyday twin bedding, computer students table, desk, golf push cart, butterfly chair, teacher materials, toys, books, garden seeder

ROCK FALLS GARAGE SALES 624 Fri. 3-6 Sat. 8-2 614 Dixon Avenue Multi-Family Sale Chest freezer, glider, sleeping bags, tent, luggage, table electronics, saw, baby clothes & toys, lots of clothes Fri. 8-3, Sat. 8-2, 28709 Woodside Dr. Lots of girl & boy clothes newborn-5T & many baby items.

Sat. & Sun. 8-1 28791 Summer St. Cleaning out the kid's rooms & basement!!

Lots of toys, home décor, furniture & clothes.

Don't miss this sale!

Sat. only, 8-11 123 Martin Rd. Womens, boys & girls name brand clothes 8-14. Lots of shoes- all 50¢. games, Toys, Tuppermovies, ware, new 31 bags, Little Tikes kitchen & vanity, storm doors, bassinet, rugs and lots of misc.

Sat. only, 8-4 1016 11th Ave. ( In Alley ) Clothes, furniture and misc. items.

Saturday 8-1 10860 Ridge Rd. Follow the sings on 30 w/ Ptown Rd. Huge Moving Sale

The house is empty, tons more added from last weeks sale! Everything must go.

Saturday 8-2 1308 W Rt. 30 (Corner of Rt. 30 & 14th Ave.) Chest freezer, treadmill & lots of misc.

STERLING GARAGE SALES 624 Fri. & Sat., 8-6 2009 E. LeFevre Huge Sale!

Multi Family Rain or shine.

Lots of name brand clothing: mens, womens, Jrs., plus sizes, boys sz. 4-8, girls sz. NB-24mo. Patio table & furniture, school desk, swimming pool, home décor and tons of misc.

Fri. 4-6 and Sat. 8-1 1816 19th Ave. Boys & girls clothes, lots of toys, housewares.

Fri. 8-2 & Sat. 7-1 1406 E 4th St. Everything must go, all prices negotiable.

Fri. 8-2 & Sat. 8-1 1212 4th Ave. Pool steps, stainless steel gas stove, sleds, bifold doors, clothes, kids bikes & misc.

Fri. 9-5 & Sat. 9-1 702 Ave. B. Huge Annual Spring Garage Sale Dining room set, kitchenware, home décor, furniture, clothing, fans, bike, toys, electronics, DVD's, microwave, many hand tools, chainsaws, fishing gear, fishing poles, camping equipment, primitives & lots of misc.

Sat. only 7-noon 2003 & 2006 15th Ave. name brand clothing, all sizes, purses, fashion jewelry, Miche bags, shoes, candles, owl décor, home décor, CDs, DVDs, stamp sets, scrapbooking supplies, maternity clothing, premie baby clothes, & baby items, rod iron coffee table.

Sat. only, 8-11 Sterling Storage Unit #100 1st Ave./Lynn Blvd 20' extension & 12' step ladders, cherry picker hoist, lawn hoses, extension cords, gas fire pit, snow blower, lawn tools & misc.

Sat. only, June 6 8am-3pm 1712 18th Ave. Multi-Family Garage Sale Brand name Junior, women, plus size women, men's, clothing.

Scrubs, boys sz.

NB-2T, girls NB7/8, household items, kids toys, purses, books. You don't want to miss this one!

Saturday 7-3 604 2nd Ave. (Garage in alley) We're Back!

It's Been Awhile!!

Air mattresses, athletic wear, baskets, bathroom décor, blankets, books, boots, chairs, clothes (men's, women's Jr's), computer desks, couches, crafts, deck table, dresses, dressers, end tables, entertainment centers, flower arrangements, holiday items, home décor, jewelry, karaoke machine, kitchen items, kitchen table & chairs, knick knacks, love seats, mirrors, picture frames, purses, school shirts & sweatshirts, shoes, tools, totes, tvs, yard décor, lots of misc. items and so much more! Come Shop til' you drop!

Saturday 8-1 1507 1st Ave. Boys clothes 1012, girls 9-12mo., mens & womens clothing air mattresses, home décor, shoes, hockey gear books, & lots of misc.

Saturday 8-12 25440, 25445 & 25485 Indian Ridge Rd. & Front St. (Near Como) 4 Family Sale

Boys infant-7, girls infant-teen, plus sz. Womens, bikes, toys, household, vanity, toilet, medicine, chest pool ladder, ceiling fan & much more!

Saturday 8-2 2011 15th Avenue Women's clothing L-3X, girl's clothing 2-4T, purses, children's toys, household items, home décor, & other misc.

Saturday, 8-2 1205 E. 19 th St. Multi Family Sale Boys & girls 0-4T, baby items, toys, furniture, womens clothing S-3X, Scentsy and Thirty-One items, lots of misc items.

THE EMPORIUM THRIFT STORE 115 W. 3rd St. Sterling Clothing for men, women & children 50% OFF Thurs, Fri, Sat. Open 9-4

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

815-445-6151.

APPLIANCES

710

LAWN MOWERS

CLOVER HILLS LEASE TO OWN APPLIANCES TV’S MATTRESSES

815.625.8529 Maytag Plus 36” reside-by-side frige/freezer. White Great cond. $500.

815-499-3882.

Maytag side by side stainless steel refrigerator $300 815-973-1385

AIR CONDITIONERS 711 Window A/C, 12,000 BTU, guaranteed to work, 815-225$100 7904 Window A/C, 5,000 BTU, guaranteed to work, $50 815-225-7904 Window A/C, 7,000 BTU, guaranteed to work, $75 815-225-7904

BICYCLES

715

Ladies Chinook bicycle, 10 speed. $100. Call 815625-6587.

WOOD / FUEL

746

Firewood, Oak split, delivered & stacked. Summer 815-626prices!

6875

FURNITURE

WARNING ADS FOR FREE PETS Your beloved pet deserves a loving, caring home. The ad for your free pet may draw response from individuals who will sell your animal for research or breeding purposes.

Please screen respondents carefully when giving an animal away.

Your pet will thank you!

755

Futon $50 Barely used. Folds up.

815-359-6037 Gooseberry Bushes $2 each 815-359-6037 Mattress sets: $99, Full Twin $129, Queen $159, King $199. Will deliver! Kern Mattress Outlet, call 309452-7477.

Young Maple Trees $3 each 815-359-6037

PETS & PET SUPPLIES 775 3yr old female, white and grey, spayed. Free to good home.

815-625-6551 AKC Black Lab puppies. $400 5 Female, 2 males.

815-441-7239 Black Kittens, 1M & 1F, kittens, Sterling, Free to good 815-590home 7162 or 815-5902346 Cane Corso AKC Italian Mastiff puppies, $500/obo first shots, dewormed, references required 815-677-8010 Free cats to good homes, all colors.

Call 815-548-9433.

Himalayan Kittens, 12 wks. $275 815-232-5551.

PETSMART DOG TRAINING CLASSES Puppy to Adult Beginner to Advanced CGC/Therapy small classes indoors, A/C Sterling, IL Call for information.

815-564-0147 PLEASE help rescue our cats, and gray kittens! Free to good homes!

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2002 Murry new motor 40” deck, exc. cond. $350.

815-590-1677 22” Murray 4hp Rear big B.S. wheel, good cond., $65 815-973-3223 718 Grasshopper Z-turn, 52” cut.

18HP B&S V twin, dual tail wheel. 925 hrs.

Very good cond. $2650. 815973-3223.

LAWN & GARDEN

781

2014 Bush Hog 2354 zero turn, 23hp Kohler, used very little, $3950 6x11- 2 wheel trailer deck over axis $375 firm. 815397-2541

POOLS & SUPPLIES

784

Above ground pool accessories: vacuum head/hose extend. pole; in pool steps w/hand rail; Hayward motor/pump; sand filter & valve; skimmer; chlorinator. All 5 star cond. $320 total pkg. Call 815626-5665 or 815631-3631.

EXERCISE EQUIPMENT

785

Nordic Track Ski Exercise Machine $25 815-626-5514

TICKETS / TRAVEL 787 & EVENTS No person or business, unless properly licensed by the Illinois Secretary of State, may sell ticket(s) for any sporting event or otherwise, for more than the price printed upon the face of the said ticket(s).

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.

Looking to Buy skid loader & older pull behind camper 563-212-7699 Wanted: Chickens, 2 young hens 815-590-4120

MISCELLANEOUS 796 FOR SALE 18'x 9', 52” deep.

Above ground pool. Paid $799 asking $300.

815-441-4394 1964 Cushman Eagle; totally restored show bike 270 miles $6000 obo 815-849-9923 2 air bed mattresses, 1 single, 1 queen, soft cloth covers, like new $20 815-772-3224 4,000 oak kitchen cabinets in stock.

Builder Discount 815-626-4561 Blk Mary Jane diabetic shoes, size 8, never worn $40 815-677-1144 Ceiling & Vanity Lights, matching set, $35/3 815626-5514 Ceiling Light for foyer w/ high ceiling, like new $30 815-626-5514 Counter top Stove & Microwave exhaust fan, almond, $60 for both 815625-2566 Driveway Sealing Call Shawn VonHolten, Fritz Asphalt Service, 815-499-2940 Drum set $100 drums cymbals / hardware 815-456-2175 Easy set mole trap foot step setting, new in box. $25 815-535-0568 Frabill Ice Express Portable Ice Fishing Shelter $100 704-301-2702 Lawn mower w/ bagger needs work 815-284-6776 Reciprocal Saw like new, used once $15 815-677-8899 See More Online Photos, Commerce, Expanded Text ➛Look for WEB ID ➛Log on to: www.saukvalley. com classifieds ➛Enter the WEB ID in the WEB ID Box ➛View Photos, Expanded Text BUY ONLINE!! saukvalley.com CLASSIFIEDS Telescope, Tasco 60x600 w/ tri pod stand. $75 815-625-4165 Trampoline for sale $50 815-9941755 Twin, full, queen, king beds. Dryer, washer, refrig., table & chairs, sofa, dresser, 4pc. Sec., twin elec. hospital bed, gas dryer.

815-718-4385.

Vizio 26” Flat screen TV w/ remote $80 815-4406475

Wool oval Terra Cotta braided rug.

7x9 $90. Call 815625-4987

FARM EQUIPMENT

855

10' Kewanee Disk, w/ hydraulics, 815-973-1236 2013 Kubota L3240 4x4 hydro loader, heated cab, 76 hrs., will take tractor or compact or big riding mower on trade in $21,500 /obo 815-379-2541 Vintage 1944 Allis-Chalmers model B w/ Woods belly mower, nice w/ many new parts.

Needs work. $1200 815-625-0449

CLASSIC CARS

904

1967 Mustang, 6 cyl. Auto, runs & drives, good project car $4500 815-622-8176 1974 Volkswagon Beetle Bug, excellent cond. $3800.

815-441-4659.

1987 Ford Mustang GT convertible, runs & drives good. $3,500 815631-1534

AUTOMOBILES

905

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1996 Ford AeroStar XLT 4WD, 7 passenger.

85K. mi. $3,200 815-625-3039 1996 Olds Cutlass one owner, looks good, runs great, 132,000 mile no a/c 1st $1500 takes 815-441-1974 1999 Chrysler Concorde LXI- Original

Owner. Above avg.

Cond. $3,500 815-499-6862

2005 Cobalt SS, supercharged. 5 Sp. Manual transmission. 125K mi. great cond. Well kept interior. Asking $7,000 OBO Serious inquires only. 815-499-2314 2007 Pontiac G6, sunroof, 89K mi.

Excellent condi$8,000/obo. tion.

815-626-1270.

2008 Chevy Aveo in Dixon white, $2,000 815-2886231 2009 Chevy Aveo, 5 sp. Trans., needs a/c comp., Priced to sell at $3500 815-625-8052 2011 Chevrolet Torch Corvette, red, black leather, heads automatic up display. 16K mi. $39,500 OBO. Call 815-631-9600

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2003 Pontiac Aztek, 146K mi., 3.4 l. motor, $4800 815-622-8176 2005 Ford Escape, front wheel drive, 101,517 mi. New tires. Very good cond. Inside & out. $7750. Call 815625-1397.

2008 Kawasaki 250 5 speed auto, w/ electric sprayer, like new cond., used very little, $1750 815-3792541

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1997 Jeep Wrangler Sahara 4WD, both hard & soft top.

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33X12.5 all terrain tires, black custom wheels, 88k mi. cond. perfect $12,500 815-5351958 2000 Chevy Blazer 4x4, good cond., $2500 or reasonable offer 815-5904120

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905

925

(5) Jeep Sahara alloy wheels and Good year Wrangler tiers, brand new take offs. Fits 2007-2015. $1,250.

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MOTORCYCLES

935

1997 Honda Helix 250cc, scooter, 39,627 miles, runs excellent, w/shield, $1700 obo 815251-4254 2000 H D Electric Glide $8,500 many extras 815-4402171 2002 Harley Davidson Road King Classic 21,000 miles, Detachable windshield + Backrest Vance & Hines $8300 815-440-1188

935

2006 Harley Davidson 883. Left mirror cracked.

7K+ mi. Orig. gas tank and front rear fender in black inc. $3,800. Call 815499-5149.

2007 Honda CBR 1000RR, 8,000 mi., mint condition, $6000/obo 815-994-1809 2008 Honda XR60L $3,700 OBO. 779-348-0869 2008 Screaming Eagle, low dyna. A Must See! Paid $28,000 – asking $16,000. 815-9859358 2008 Suzuki Burgman 400 CC Scooter 6300 miles Only $3200 815-590-0154

NEW TODAY 2009 Kymco Venox Motorcycle 250cc V-twin liquid cooled 4,700 miles, excellent condition $2,750 815-994-0284 2010 Harley Davidson Electra Glide Classic, red, exc, cond., 15kmi. $12,500/obo 815-440-0416 2011 Harley Road Glide custom 300 axial mi. show room new over $10,000 in extras.

1yr., color Sedona orange, $22,500 OBO. Call 815631-9600 2014 Honda CR125 dirt bike, purchase new! Ridden once, showroom cond. $2,700 OBO. 815-631-9600 Yamaha 100RT youth dirt bike.

Like new, runs $799/obo. great!

815-499-3200 or 815-626-8661.

BOATS/MOTORS

940

14' V-Hull fishing & trailer. boat Good cond. $400 815-762-1336 16' bass boat, w/ 80 HP evinrude.

Trolling motor w/ all the toys. W/ nice trailer. $1,650 8HP Mercury outboard motor. Exc. cond. Comes with gas tank. $550 815-994-3339 18 ft. Bowrider w/ Mercruiser lower unit 165 HP Chevrolet engine.

Tandem wheel trailer, new tires & wiring, gas tank, stereo system & steering unit. $2,500 FIRM. 815-719-5418 1971 Starcraft 17', 115 hp Mercury motor, includes 1972 Easy Loader trailer, $2000/obo 815-537-5350 1993 Mariah Shaba Open Bow-wsun deck, 350 Magnum Merc. I/O Custom Trailer 815$7000/obo 994-2465

BOATS/MOTORS

940

2005 Crownline 18' open bow, 190 hp, V6 engine, exc. cond., very low hrs., $12,000 / obo 815-499-9151 Mirro-Craft 18ft King Fisherman, well maintained.

Center console, 115hp Evinrude, Shorelander trailer, elec. anchor and cover. Big water boat. Fished on Canada lake. Approx. 20yrs old. $2800/ obo. 815946-2849.

TRAILERS/RVS

945

18 K Reese 5th Wheel Signiture Series – Slider $500 obo; more RV items 815-9733668 1988 Jayco 5th wheel in excellent condition especially for it's age. Asking $2500. Call 815-631-2359.

1990 Ford Class A RV motorhome, stove, refrig, furnace, air, microwave, runs good. 50,000 mi. $7,000 leave message 815-2886311 1996 Damon Hornet camper, 30', very clean, exc. shape, A/C, everything works well, sleeps 6, $3500 815-625-8840 2003 Cherokee Camper 25ft Recently redone $2600 have receipt $4500 firm Cash 815-677-4941 Fleetwood 1995 Southwind Storm 30ft Class A Motorhome ChevyChassis 454 cu. in.

6 New Tires New Starter New H.W. Tank New T.V. Computer station New Auto Tow Dolly Very Good Cond.

Mileage 68,000 $12,500 815-973-4590 United 2013 16 ft.

V-front, enclosed cargo trailer. 2 axial.Like new! $5,200 815-757-5400

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ou’d have a hard time proving the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette ZO6 convertible (I give it four out of four stars) isn’t the best sports car on Earth.

With 0-60 mph times as low as of 2.95 seconds quicker than the moment between your phone’s first and second rings it’d be easy to call the ZO6 scary fast, but there’s nothing remotely frightening about Chevrolet’s 650-horsepower supercar.

Sure, the Corvette ZO6 is the most powerful Corvette ever, but it’s also a great value, remarkably fuel-efficient and so easy to drive you may forget you’re at the wheel of one of the world’s great cars.

But not for long.

Every time you walk up to the gorgeous convertible, every time you accelerate, turn or brake, this best ‘Vette ever reminds you GM’s engineers and designers have achieved something very special.

The Corvette ZO6 convertible competes with other legendary convertibles like the Aston Martin DB9 Volante, Audi R8 Quattro V-10 Spyder, Bentley Continental GT Speed, BMW M6, Ferrari California, Mercedes SL65 AMG and Porsche 911 S turbo. “Compete” may not be the right word, though. The ZO6 convertible beats them soundly.

It costs $35,000 to $175,000 less than those other great cars. It also out-accelerates and has more horsepower than any of them.

The ZO6 comes with a 6.2-liter supercharged V-8 and a seven-speed manual or eight-speed automatic transmission. automatic transmission. My test car had a manual transmission, heated and cooled seats, Bose audio, Bluetooth phone and music compatibility, USB ports, voice recognition, navigation, rev matching for seamless shifts, a one-touch power soft top and more. It stickered at $93,240.

All prices exclude destination charges. The 2016 ZO6 adds trim and appearance options, a couple of features and a raceinspired C7.R model.

The supercharged V-8 produces 650 horsepower, 650 poundfeet of torque and delivers a top speed of 195 mph. Manual transmission models like mine reach 60 mph in 3.2 seconds, about 10 percent slower than GM’s slick eight-speed automatic. The rev-matching The ZO6 comes with a 6.2-liter feature, which allows you to shift supercharged V-8 and a seven- manually without lifting the speed manual or eight-speed throttle, performs seamlessly.

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The seven-speed manual is smooth and pliable, with a light shifter and clutch effort and short throws. Indicators in the heads-up display and instrument panel show what gear you’re in.

The adaptive magnetic suspension provides a fine combination of comfort and handling. It muffles the impact of broken pavement that would chatter your teeth in most sports cars, but also holds the ZO6 flat and stable in spirited The engine note, throttle driving. response, adaptive suspension, steering and other functions The Corvette’s stiff aluminum offer modes for regular and frame allowed Chevy to offer a sporty driving, winter or track convertible version of the ZO6 conditions. Even in the normal for the first time. The body work touring mode, the engine is lighter because of extensive delivers stunning power and a use of carbon fiber and wider lovely sound. to accommodate the ZO6’s very sticky Michelin Super Pilot runThe ZO6’s Environmental flat tires.

Protection Agency fuel economy rating of 15 mpg in the The massive carbon-ceramic city, 22 on the highway and 18 Brembo brakes could have combined is impressive. It’s the stopped the asteroid that most powerful car in its class, exterminated the dinosaurs. but the ZO6’s combined rating They’re smooth and easy to trails only the 560-hp Porsche modulate.

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I was surprised such an advanced car lacked blind spot/ cross traffic alert and adaptive cruise control. But the standard camera makes backing up easy.

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MSRP: $17,440 KNAG Price: $15,798 Rebates: $1,500

My car’s interior was wrapped in soft leather, with carbon fiber and microfiber trim. It has impressive interior storage room thanks to an ingenious compartment behind the touch screen in its center stack. The touch screen, conventional controls and voice recognition make all the ZO6’s functions easy to operate.

MSRP: $23,565 KNAG Price: $22,777 Rebates: $2,500

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