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DIXON | RITA CRUNDWELL UPDATE

Clotheshorse con Government releases inventory from latest Crundwell seizure

Just a reminder that there will be no paper Monday because of the holiday, and Sauk Valley Media offices will be closed. We will resume our normal publication schedule Tuesday.

DIXON

Paint job may not be done deal Contractor hasn’t filed paperwork to start bridge project

Former Dixon Comptroller Rita Crundwell purchased so much clothing that some of it seized recently by the federal government still had tags on it. “It was very clear to me that Rita Crundwell never wore the same item twice,” said U.S. Marshals Service inspector Jason Wojdylo.

BY BRENDEN WEST bwest@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5529 @BWest_SVM

Take inventory Go to saukvalley.com and click on this story to see the list of property belonging to former Dixon Comptroller Rita Crundwell that has been seized by the federal government recently.

Inside story U.S. Marshals Service inspector Jason Wojdylo says one of the objectives in seizing Crundwell’s assets has been keeping costs low.

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Photo illustration by Alex T. Paschal/apaschal@saukvalley.com

Among the items seized by the U.S. Marshals Service recently from former Dixon Comptroller Rita Comptroller were a T-shirt and football signed by NFL Hall of Fame quarterback Terry Bradshaw, more than 100 designer jackets, dozens of pairs of boots, handbags and cowboy hats. The items will be sold at auction, with proceeds going to the city of Dixon – less expenses for the seizure and sale. The photos were provided by the U.S. Marshals Service.

ing, seizing and sorting anything tied to the former Dixon comptroller that might be considered an asset.

On Thursday, the government released a comprehensive inventory of property seized recently. It gives the public eye-opening confirmation of the lifestyle the internationally renowned quarter horse breeder and show woman led while stealing more than $53 million from her hometown over 2 decades.

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BY BRENDEN WEST • bwest@saukvalley.com • 800-798-4085, ext. 5529 • @BWest_SVM DIXON – Hundreds of thousands of dollars in show clothes. Twelve saddles. A life-sized ceramic horse. Two margarita makers. A large box of miscellaneous towels. Four watering cans.

A kangaroo skin.

It looks like the government might finally be getting down to the bottom of Rita Crundwell’s barrel.

Jason Wojdylo, chief inspector of asset forfeiture for the U.S. Marshals Service, has spent this summer track-

DIXON – A painting contractor’s delay in starting work has city leaders wondering whether the bid was too good to be true after all.

In August, the City Council heavily debated the extraordinarily low bid from Bill’s Painting & Tuckpointing Co. for the rail painting project on the Galena Avenue bridge. The Mount Prospect-based company came in with a $91,800 bid for the project – less than half of what competing bidders submitted.

It’s actually a familiar story.

In 2013, both Mount Prospect and Arlington Heights rejected low bids from “Bill’s Commercial Painting Co. Inc.” owned by Steve Kokosoulis. Kokosoulis is also listed as the owner of BP&T, and members of the company were once listed on the state’s banned contractors list.

The government now has seized thousands of her trophies, dozens of pairs of her boots, and hundreds of horse blankets.

There are the St. John designer jackets, which cost $600 to $2,200 each.

Crundwell owned 122 of those – or rather, hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of jackets, thanks to the unchecked reins she held over public money.

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STERLING | VIDEO GAMBLING

An in for gambling parlor?

Suzi McAfoos owns Suzi’s Video Poker and Slots in Rock Falls, and she’s looking to expand her business into Sterling.

Suzi’s gets liquor license, wants to expand into city

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

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STERLING – The city this year tightened its ordinance that regulates video gambling, but at least one parlor owner still wants to come to town. Suzi McAfoos, owner of Suzi’s Video Poker and Slots, has been granted a liquor license in her efforts

Community Sandra Omar performed in her “Oodles of Poodles and Tons of Fun” act at the Carson and Barnes Circus.

A photo essay appears inside.

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to open a parlor at 3219 E. Lincolnway.

The Illinois Gaming Board said McAfoos has two gaming licenses pending approval – one in Sterling and the other in DeKalb.

City Clerk Marie Rombouts said the liquor license, which was issued for June 15, will expire 1 year from that date. Only local liquor license holders can have video gambling.

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Index Births................ C5

Lottery .............. A2

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Obituaries ......... A4

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Opinion............. A6

Community ..... C12

Scoreboard ...... B3

Crossword Saturday ......... B11

Scrapbook ....... C3

Crossword Sunday ............. C8

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Dear Abby ........ C6

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BUREAU COUNTY

COMMUNITY WATCH

Feds take over search for escaped convict Shaw Media

PRINCETON – The search for an escaped convict west of Princeton has been taken over by the U.S. Marshals Service, Princeton Police Chief Tom Root said.

That relieves local authorities from the manhunt for Joshua Lee Drinnon, a maximumsecurity Tennessee state prison inmate who escaped from a private inmate transport vehicle Wednesday afternoon at the Great Sauk Trail rest area on westbound Interstate 80.

According to authorities, Drinnon was being taken from a court proceeding in Blountville, Tennessee, to Richard J. Donovan Correctional Facility in San Diego, where he

is serving a 17-year sentence for robbery. He’s scheduled for parole in 2025 but is facing 6 Joshua Lee Drinnon more years for aggravated robbery in Tennessee.

Drinnon is a 6-foot-1inch, 240-pound bald white male with blue eyes. According to the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, he got out of his restraints, ran past transporting officers and into a cornfield north of the rest area. He was wearing a white T-shirt and red wind suit pants.

About 100 city, county and state police personnel, including SWAT

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team members, and multiple K-9 units and aerial operations equipped with thermal imaging technology were involved in the hunt.

Root speculated that Drinnon had contacts who were aware of his plan to escape, which is why he had not yet been captured.

Officials suspended the search after resources from 16 different agencies covered every inch and inspected every building in the search area to no avail, State Police Trooper Jason Wilson said.

Many high-profile cases have been broken open by the smallest detail, he added, urging citizens not to overlook anything out of the ordinary on their property.

POLICE Rock Falls Police Theodore S. Fettig, 50, of Tampico; 10:29 a.m.

Thursday in the 1100 block of Dixon Avenue; speeding; given notice to appear in court.

Matthew L. Jones, 33, of Rock Falls; 8:33 p.m. Thursday in the 1000 block of First Avenue; illegal screeching of tires; given notice to appear in court.

Benjamin J. Howard, 38, of Rock Falls; 7:14 p.m.

Thursday at Dixon and Haskell avenues; operation of an uninsured motor vehicle; given notice to appear in court.

Roberta J. McKee, 55, of Sterling; 4:03 p.m. Thursday at Prophetstown Road and 12th Avenue; unlawful use of a cellphone; given notice to appear in court.

Dale L. Bradley, 35, of Rock Falls; 1:48 p.m. Thursday in the 1100 block of Charles Street; Whiteside County warrant; posted bond.

Jonathan M. Ingram, 26, of Rock Falls; 10:07 p.m.

Thursday in the 600 block of Dixon Avenue; Whiteside County warrant, possession of marijuana, Lee County warrant; taken to Whiteside County Jail.

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Mayor Li Arellano Jr. said the city questioned B P & T ’s h i s t o r y a n d checked with references.

The company claims it was improperly placed on the list, and after it was taken off the banned list, Arellano said BP&T was contracted to do work with those cities.

“We looked into it and talked to them about it,” Arellano said on Friday.

“My understanding is the city has used them since and been happy with the work. ... They’ve done work since then and [customers have] been happy.”

The Dixon council approved the bid 4-0 on Aug. 17. In the more than 3 weeks since, BP&T has failed to file bond paperwork to start the project. The document is an insurance policy that will allow the council to recoup money if work

To attend The council will meet at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday in City Hall, 121 W. Second St. Go to discoverdixon.org for an agenda.

The meeting was moved from its usual Monday slot because of Labor Day. isn’t done correctly.

A re l l a n o p l a c e d a motion to “possibly reconsider” the bid on Tuesday’s agenda as a result.

“We were looking into some of these issues,” he said. “We decided to put it on the agenda in case the answers weren’t 100 percent what we wanted.”

The next lowest bidder was Kuhlemeier Painting in Rock Falls – $107,000 higher.

Councilman Mitch Tucker, who owns Dixon Paint Co., abstained from the vote, but was the loudest critic during the debate. He is afraid this delay confirms his sus-

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picions that the extraordinarily low price wasn’t going to be worth the ensuing hassle.

“What normally takes a day or two to get a bond filed has taken weeks,” Tucker said Friday. “The engineers said that if [BP&T] doesn’t do it right, we can go after their bond and do it right. Now we can’t even go after their bond.”

Interim City Manager David Nord said the city was taking oversight of BP&T seriously, a reason that the bid is slated for discussion on Tuesday. “[The council] wants to do the right thing by the public and make sure what we have to address is addressed,” Nord said.

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Kevin J. Skoff, 19, of Amboy; 7:45 a.m. Friday at Mason Avenue and Provost Street; speeding, 36 mph in a school zone; given citation and released after posting bond.

Lee County Sheriff Jake L. Trader, 28, of Dixon; 1:32 p.m. Thursday; warrant for failure to appear – contempt; posted bond and given notice to appear in court.

Adrian S. Hartness, 27, of Sterling; 11:48 a.m. Thursday; warrant for failure to appear – contempt; posted bond and given notice to appear in court.

Ogle County Sheriff Lisa Peterson, 40, of Polo; Thursday; warrant for failure to appear; posted bond and given notice to appear in court.

Raymond Porter, 28, of Crystal Lake; Thursday; warrant for failure to appear; posted full cash bond and released with no further court date.

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KSB Hospital presents one of the oldest art fairs in Illinois with artists from painters to sculptors! The Student Art Exhibit is sponsored by Sauk Valley Bank & Trust Co. and coordinated by The Next Picture Show.

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Held on the grounds of the John Deere Historic Site, Rt. 2, in Grand Detour, IL. Admission $3.00 for 12 and over or canned goods donation to benefit Dixon Food Pantry.

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Three teens hurt in crash Thursday OGLE COUNTY – Three Ogle County teenagers suffered non-life-threatening injuries Thursday in a twovehicle crash at Baileyville and White Eagle roads.

Ogle County Sheriff’s deputies and Forreston fire, EMS, and police responded.

A 16-year-old boy from Leaf River was driving a Saturn south on Baileyville Road when he passed another southbound vehicle. His vehicle then struck a Pontiac that was turning onto White Eagle Road.

The 16-year-old boy driving the Pontiac, and two 16-year-old boys who were passengers in the Saturn, was taken by Forreston EMS to FHN Memorial Hospital in Freeport. Their conditions were unavailable Friday.

The driver of the Saturn was cited for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident, improper passing in an intersection, and unlawful amount of passengers.

BIRTHDAYS Happy birthday to Chris Nance, Gloria Parochetti, and Ryan Meiborg, all on Saturday.

Happy birthday to Jeanette Willis, Jeremy Weaver, 35, Christopher Heimerman, Brandon Pfeiffer, Austin Mendenhall, Mary Cheshire, and Cindy Hughes, all on Sunday.

Happy birthday to Tim Fisher, June Eich, Joey Adams, Fern Shore, 92, Lori Brown, Bryan Carl, and Kayla Colwell, all on Monday.

A variety of entertainment and food vendors for your enjoyment as you stroll this historic site… enjoy an amazing display of artwork by many talented artists… and even catch the blacksmith demonstrating his art!

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Devin M. Montelongo, 19, of DeKalb; Thursday; petition to revoke probation; held at Ogle County Jail and given notice to appear in court.

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Adam J. Farris, 30, of Morrison; Aug. 28; 24-hour parking – nuisance vehicle; given citation, Bryan W.V. Heather, 34, of Dixon; Monday; disobeyed traffic control device; given citation.

Adam J. Farris, 30, of Morrison; Wednesday; 24-hour parking; given citation.

Jonathan W. Paisley, 38, of Morrison; Wednesday; disobeyed stop sign; given citation.

Sarah L. Bramm, 32, of Thomson; Thursday; disobeyed stop sign; given citation.

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GRUB HUB | THE CROOKED ROOF IN LANARK

Doing things differently at The Crooked Roof

BY JERMAINE PIGEE jpigee@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5525 @JPigee84

LANARK – Things are a little different at The Crooked Roof in Lanark.

While some restaurants specialize in beer-battered fish, co-owner Nino Novakovic said he makes his seasoning.

“We use our own breading,” Novakovic said. “If you are coming here for a fish fry, it’s because you like our fish.”

The Crooked Roof also sells New York-style pizza, unlike other restaurants, which sell the popular Chicago-style pizza.

“It’s more of a thin crust pizza,” Novakovic said.

“We sell a lot of pizza because it’s different.”

Novakovic and co-owner Jill Luning had been serving customers in Lanark since April 2014.

“We used to have a business in Mount Carroll called Charlie’s,” Novakovic said. “We bought this building in January of 2014. We gutted it, remodeled it, and opened it a few months later.”

During construction, the name Crooked Roof was born because, well, the roof is crooked.

“The name was fun and quirky, and we liked it, so we went with it,” Luning said.

When I walked into The Crooked Roof, the first thing I noticed was how clean the restaurant was.

There are stained concrete floors, dark brown tables and chairs, and a corner stage.

There are guitars on the walls, along with handmade acoustic pillows.

The restaurant sells more than 50 craft beers from a fully stocked bar.

Although the seafood and pizza are what sepa-

The name of Lanark restaurant The Crooked Roof was born during construction because, well, it has a crooked roof. rate The Crooked Roof from other restaurants, that is a small sample from a loaded menu.

Steaks are available, such as a T-bone and ribeye, and a pork chop meal is available with apple butter.

The menu includes a nice selection of halfpound burgers, such as the bacon cheese burger, the wasssssup with wasabi sauce and pepper jack cheese, and the heaven with blue cheese and bacon.

I’m not a huge fan of blue cheese, but Luning persuaded me to try it.

“It’s really good,” she said The bacon was crispy, and the blue cheese didn’t overpower the sandwich, like a lot of other sandwiches with blue cheese. The chargrilled burger was also full of flavor and was cooked well done, the way I like it.

I also tried a sausage and pepperoni pizza.

The crust was really soft, and the pizza was not as greasy as others I’ve tried.

I asked Novakovic what he puts into his crust.

Photos by Michael Krabbenhoeft/mkrabbenhoeft@saukvalley.com

Jill Luning and Nino Novakovic are co-owners of The Crooked Roof in Lanark and have been serving customers since April 2014.

Watch online Go to this story at saukvalley.com to watch a video from The Crooked Roof bar and grill in Lanark.

“If I told you that, everyone would be making my pizza,” he said with a laugh.

Pizza specialties include Hawaiian, buffalo chicken, and Alfredo chicken.

On Thursday nights, the restaurant gives customers the option of grilling their own steak outside on one of the portable grills. Friday nights feature a popular fish fry.

“The fish fry is all-youcan-eat Alaskan pollock,” Novakovic said.

Novakovic said everyone is welcome to visit.

“We get people from infants to people who are 100,” he said with a laugh. “We get everyone coming in here. We welcome anyone who wants to come and have a nice meal.”

LEFT: The Heaven Burger at The Crooked Roof in Lanark is a half-pound burger topped with blue cheese and bacon. Unlike other sandwiches with blue cheese, the flavor isn’t overpowered by the cheese. RIGHT: A 12-inch small pizza is topped with pepperoni and sausage at The Crooked Roof in Lanark. The restaurant makes New York-style pizza with a thinner crust.

Hit The Roof Restaurant: The Crooked Roof, 109 E. Carroll St., Lanark Hours: 11 a.m. to midnight weeknights , until 2 a.m. weekends; closed Monday Atmosphere: More restaurant than bar; family-friendly place Service: Servers friendly; meals prepared fresh Sound level: TVs and soft music playing, but pretty quiet for a conversation Most popular appetizer: Fried pickles Chef recommends: Burgers; pizza Drinks: 50 craft beers; fully stocked bar Salad bar: No Video gambling: Yes Reservations: For large groups; otherwise, first come, first served Website/Facebook/Twitter: On Facebook

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OBITUARIES Harold Eugene ‘Hal’ Thicksten 1940 – 2015 The boy who thought he’d never get to finish college ... but was faithful, hopeful, and never gave up TUSTIN, Calif. – Sur- you to rest;” Hal always rounded by his loving was “Mr. Hospitality.” family, Harold Thick- With friends from sten, 75, of Tustin, church who passed away Monbecame known day, Aug. 3, 2015, as the “Good ol’ at his home, from B oy s ,” H a r o l d complications enjoyed more than caused by GLB 10 years of riding brain cancer. motorcycles and Harold Thicksten once a week meals was born in Mineral to at each others’ homes.

Ralph and Pauline Thick- He could be provocative sten, and was raised in at times, loving to introProphetstown and Rock duce conversational topFalls. While growing ics that revolved around up, Harold helped his politics, world views, father, grandfather, and and faith. Although there sister with work on vari- always was a twinkle in ous farms. He enjoyed his eye, he was called going with his cousins to feisty from time to time. the Thicksten popcorn Harold made people stand in Prophetstown. laugh. He was a person Harold lived for a time of many talents. He had in Sugar Grove, and a strong work ethic, was Cedar City, Utah, and well organized, indefatiultimately settled in gable, and eager to begin Orange County, Cali- the next project. fornia. He received his He often enjoyed lisbachelor’s degree with a tening with earphones major in physics, from to books on tape while Aurora University, and he worked. He owned continued his gradu- properties in the desate education by com- ert, in Utah, and at the pleting a middle man- beach. He built a cottage agement certification. in Mexico, just south of While at Aurora Univer- La Salina Marina. Harsity, Harold served as old was generous with an ambassador for the his talents. He constantuniversity and helped to ly added to his skills in recruit students. In 1963, photography and frehe received the Spartan quently shared his phoAward. The award rec- tographs. Wherever he ognizes the student who traveled, Hal was a fix-it during his college career man. He liked to build best demonstrates the and he liked to fix anyqualities of leadership, thing and everything. character, and scholar- He even became known ship. as “Mr. Fix It.” He had Harold sang in a quar- an abundant supply of tet at the university and building skills and would was president of the stu- complete do-it lists for dent body. Many years everyone. later, he became the Despite his full life, president of the Califor- friends, relatives, and nia Alumni Association fellow workers feel for Aurora University. In stunned that this feisty, 1962, his senior year of indefatigable “Mr. Fix college, Harold married It” man is gone. Harold Juanita Perry in Proph- truly made the world a etstown. In 1972, he better place. Now, he has moved with his family to ridden his motorcycle to California. heaven.

Professionally, Harold He is survived by his worked in the quartz beloved wife, Marsha crystal industry as a Lou; his five children, project manager. He first their spouses, three worked for CTS Knights, grandchildren, and two then at Statek Corp. in stepgrandchildren as Orange, California, and follows, Carol and Arun later for Juergan Staudte, Casuba of Orange Couna fellow Aurora graduate, ty; Todd and Michiko at Zeco in Cedar City. In Thicksten and grandaddition, he did consult- children, David and Sara ing work for Frequency of Tokyo; Patricia and Management before Darren Hudema, grandreturning to Statek Corp. children, Parker, Cheyuntil his retirement in Anne, and Taylor of 2012.

White House, Tennessee; In 1982, Harold mar- Denise Menz of Orange ried Marsha Louise County; and John “Trey” Eichenauer Menz. Com- and Yolanda Menz of bining their families, Orange County. He also they lived in Orange. In is survived by three sisOrange County, Har- ters, Erma Parks, Marge old sang in the Orange Coats, and Jan Berle.

County Master Chorale He was preceded in and attended Fairview death by his sister, Community Church, Wilma Overcash; and his where he also sang in brother, Howard Thickthe church choir, and sten. ser ved as chairman Family was imporof the Diaconate. He tant to Hal, and during always enjoyed a sing- the last 55 years Harold along group and singing missed very few Thickhymns around a piano sten family reunions. was much fun for him. A memorial service Harold enjoyed country will be at 3 p.m. Oct. 6 in western music, especial- Perry Theater at Aurora ly Willie Nelson, the Gat- University, followed lin Brothers, Emmylou by a reception in Perry Harris, and The Eagles.

Atrium. A celebration of So many things were life will be at 5 p.m. Oct. important to Harold. 11 at Fairview CommuHe cheered on the Los nity Church, 2525 FairAngeles Lakers and was view Road, Costa Mesa, a Los Angeles Angels California, followed by a fan. He enjoyed host- reception. ing guests and parties. A scholarship fund He was an avid camp- has been established in er. Harold understood memory of Harold Thickmodern technology and sten at Aurora University. his interests increased as It was Harold’s wish that the products changed. the scholarship would He enjoyed helping oth- support a bright, yet ers. Through his church financially-needy stuand others, he contrib- dent, such as he was. uted supplies and time Contributions to the and labor to more than scholarship fund may be one orphanage in Baja sent to Aurora University California, Mexico. “Pull Development Office, 347 up a chair ... there’s room S. Gladstone Ave., Auroat the table … a bed for ra, IL 60506.

Laurence ‘Larry’ Sullivan ROCK FALLS – Laurence “Larry” Sullivan, 86, of Rock Falls, died Friday, Sept. 4, 2015, at Sterling Pavilion.

McDonald Funeral Homes is handling arrangements.

Linda K. Berogan DIXON – Linda K. Berogan, 66, of Dixon, died Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2015, at KSB Hospital in Dixon, after a long fight with ovarian cancer. She worked for many years at Dixon State School, and then at the Dixon Telegraph until her retirement in 2013.

Linda was born Sept.

5, 1948, in DeKalb, the daughter of Vernon and Doris E. (Weitzel) Dewey.

She married Kenneth E. Berogan on June 26, 1965, in Dixon. He preceded her in death on April 10, 2012.

Survivors include one son, Kenneth Vernon (Michelle) Berogan of Dixon; one daughter, Tracy (Bill) Ranken of Dixon; son-in-law, Kurt (Connie) Blackburn; two sisters, Sharon (Howard) Kesselring of Sebring, Florida, Vicky McGrail of Wisconsin; 10 grandchildren, Kali (Sean) Nave, Dylan (Kaitlyn) Blackburn, Dustin Wolber, Jonathan McGuire, Jenna McGuire, Joe Blackburn,

Derek ( Jenny) Ranken, Stephanie Ranken, Becca (Blaine McClellan) Ranken, and Kyle Ranken; six great-grandchildren, Isiah, Tianna, Isaac, Macoy, Prezli, and Serena; one brother-inlaw, Mike (Donna) Berogan of Dixon; one s i s t e r- i n - l a w, Ca r l a (Tom) Leddy of Byron; one aunt, Betty ( Jerry) Martinson of Dixon; special friend, Rod Garman and family; and several nieces and nephews.

She also was preceded in death by her parents and one nephew, Shane Shaffer.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tuesday and the funeral at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Preston-Schilling Funeral Home in Dixon, with Mike Berogan officiating. Burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery in Dixon.

A memorial has been established.

Visit prestonschillingfuneralhome.com to send condolences.

Larry L. Dussair APPLETON, Wis. – Larry L. Dussair, 79, of Appleton, formerly of the area, passed a w a y We d n e s day, Sept. 2, 2015, as the result of Alzheimer’s disease.

Larry was born Aug. 13, 1936, in Wichita, Kansas. He lived there until attending Carnegie Tech in Pittsburgh, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in print management. He went on to work in the printing industry for his entire professional life. In his last position, he was president of Dixon Web Printing Co. for 25 years before his retirement in 2001 to North Carolina.

Larry served his country as a member of the Army Corps of Engineers as a first lieutenant. After

leaving active duty, he served another 4 years in the Army Reserve. He was active in charity work and ran “Friends of Santa Claus,” an auction for children with cancer in Hendersonville, North Carolina.

He leaves his wife, Carol Dussair; daughter, Cheree ( Joe) Plank of Appleton; and son, Steve (Patricia) Dussair of Cherry Valley.

Private services will be at a later date. Wichmann Funeral Home in Appleton is handling arrangements.

In lieu of flowers and other expressions of sympathy, donations may be directed to Alzheimer’s disease research.

Visit wichmannfargo. com to send condolences.

Irma J. Tiesman MORRISON – Irma J. Tiesman, 81, of Resthave Home in Morrison, died Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2015, at the home.

Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home in Morrison handled arrangements.

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– Scott H. Hill, 50, of Surprise, died Thursday, Aug. 27, 2015, at the Cancer Treatment Center of America in Goodyear, Arizona.

He was born May 22, 1965, in Dixon, the son of James and Judith (Miller) Hill. Scott was a fire and gas tech suppression specialist for Ch2M Hill Companies Ltd. in Prudhoe Bay, Alaska. He had been a firefighter for the state of Alaska at Kulis Air National Guard Base in Anchorage, Alaska. Scott served for 20 years in the Air Force and Air Force Reserve. He was a diehard Chicago Cubs and Green Bay Packers fan, an avid hunter and fisherman, and an experienced poker player. Scott married Maria Llanderal on Nov. 26, 1993, in Anchorage.

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He is survived by his wife of Surprise; two sons, Alejandro (Lupita) of Las Vegas and James of Anchorage; two grandchildren, Xavier and Mia; and his mother, Judy Hill of Dixon.

He was preceded in death by his father, James Hill.

V isitation will be from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.

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Wednesday at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Dixon, with the Rev. Bernard Sehr officiating. Burial of cremains will be at a later date at Oakwood Cemetery in Dixon. Jones Funeral Home in Dixon is handling local arrangements.

A memorial has been established.

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– Jerrad McConnell of Sacramento, formerly of Dixon, died Saturday, Aug. 29, 2015, at UC Davis Medical Center in Sacramento, after fighting an ongoing illness.

He was a 1991 graduate of Dixon High School. He was an amazing chef and artist. His food was loved by many, including celebrities, musicians, and influential politicians. He met an amazing woman, Marie Sanchez. They were married Nov. 19, 1999. They had a blueeyed angel named Mia Isabella in 2009.

He excelled at everything he did – an artist, a chef, a dad, a husband, a son, a brother ... but how do I sum up 42 years of knowing Jerrad? Simple ... he never stopped fighting.

He is survived by his wife, Marie; his daughter, Mia; and four siblings, Vickie (Jesse Maberr y) Eastman, Ross (Carol) McConnell, Todd ( Tracy) McConnell, and of course, a Bryan Fields.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Shirley McConnell.

The funeral was Thursday at Fremont Presbyterian Church in Sacramento. Burial was at Camellia Memorial Lawn in Sacramento.

A local memorial to say a final goodbye to an amazing man will be at 5 p.m. until they kick us out, Sept. 12 at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Dixon.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established at gofundme.com/6b2zdf7s to help his family.

Mabel E. Miley STERLING – Mabel E. Miley, 94, of Sterling, died Friday, Sept. 4, 2015, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling. She was employed for 20 years by State Farm Insurance Co. Mabel was born Oct. 30, 1920, in Dixon, the daughter of Frank and Naomi (Denison) Stultz. She married James M. Miley on Dec. 13, 1947. He preceded her in death on Jan. 21, 2000.

Survivors include one sister, Frances Van Oosten of Sterling; one brother, Frank Stultz of Carson City, Nevada: one stepdaughter, Judi Freed of Delaware, Ohio; one stepson,

James Miley Jr. of Albany, Indiana: five stepgrandchildren: one step-greatgranddaughter; and many nieces and nephews.

She also was preceded in death by her parents, a sister, Lucille Gebhardt; and a brother, Hubert Stultz.

There will be no services.

Cremation rites have been accorded. Burial will be at a later date at Oakwood Cemetery in Dixon. Schilling Funeral Home in Sterling is handling arrangements.

A memorial has been established to Parkway Center in Sterling.

Visit schillingfuneralhome.com to send condolences.

Arthur L. Temple CLINTON, Iowa – Arthur L. Temple, 89, of Clinton, formerly of Fulton, died Thursday, Sept. 3, 2015, at Eagle Point Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Clinton. Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home in Fulton handled arrangements.

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OBITUARIES Anna L. Johnson DIXON – Anna Lusetta Hetler Johnson, 70, of Dixon, passed away Thursday, Sept. 3, 2015, at Serenity Hospice & Home in Oregon.

She was a beautiful person, inside and out.

Her strong love of life, endless energy, contagious laughter, and joyful spirit filled any room she entered. Her compassion, generosity, and willingness to help others was returned 10-fold during her final months with loving neighbors and friends offering endless support, love, and encouragement for her, and her loving soulmate and husband, and our father. They were blessed with a love that was real, strong, and compassionate, and all who knew them could feel the passion between them.

He worked tirelessly to care for Mom, and no one could have given any

more of themselves then he did. It always was labor of love. She gave her love freely and raised four children and 12 grandchildren of her own, but she was a mom and grandmother to many. The homestead farm was her strength; the beautiful land, generations of love and memories nurtured, healed, and sustained her and our family in many ways, and will continue to be our source of strength and pride as it is carried across the generations. We love you deeply and thank you for being the perfect wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Your love and spirit will live on in all of the hearts and lives that you touched. Your life was a beautiful, precious gift from God. Anna was born Dec. 31, 1944, in Dixon, the

daughter of Harry and Margaret (Eberly) Hetler. She married Russell Johnson Jr. on Sept. 21, 1962, in Dixon. Anna and Russell lived on and farmed the land that her g re a t - g r a n d p a rents homesteaded in 1837. She was wellknown as a caregiver to many of the area children. Anna was a member of First United Methodist Church in Dixon.

Anna is survived by her husband of 53 years, Russell Johnson Jr. of Dixon; one son, Vince (Pearl) Johnson of Chicago; three daughters, Pamela (Mark) VanKampen of Wisconsin, Elizabeth (Timothy) Griffin of Indiana, and Kathy ( John) Zigler of Dixon; and 12 grandchildren, Michael and Christina Johnson, both of Chicago, Alex-

ander VanKampen of Wisconsin, Ashley and Lindsay VanKampen, both of California, Isaac, Josiah, and Ryan Griffin, all of Indiana, and Zeberiah, Zoe, Joy, and Hiram Zigler, all of Dixon.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her half sister, Judith Brown.

Visitation will be from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday and the funeral at 3:30 p.m. Sunday at First United Methodist Church in Dixon, with the Rev. Timothy Mitchell, pastor, officiating. Burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery in Dixon.

Preston-Schilling Funeral Home in Dixon is handling arrangements.

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

Visit prestonschillingfuneralhome.com to send condolences.

FUNERAL SERVICES FOR THE WEEK Today’s visitations: John A. Mitchell of Rock Falls, formerly of Tampico, 10-11 a.m. at First United Methodist Church in Tampico.

Donald A. Schamberger of Amboy, 10 a.m. prayer service at MihmJones Funeral Home in Amboy, followed by 10:30 a.m. Mass at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Amboy.

Today’s funerals: Russell G. Hallquist of Dixon, 11 a.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Dixon.

John A. Mitchell of Rock Falls, formerly of Tampico, 11 a.m. at First United Methodist Church in Tampico.

Sunday visitations: Anna L. Johnson of

Dixon, 1-3 p.m. at First United Methodist Church in Dixon.

Sunday funerals: Richard M. Sisson of Rochelle, 12:30 p.m. celebration of life at Rochelle VFW. Anna L. Johnson of Dixon, 3:30 p.m. at First United Methodist Church in Dixon.

Tuesday visitations: Linda K. Berogan of Dixon, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Preston-Schilling Funeral Home in Dixon.

Tuesday funerals: Linda K. Berogan of

Dixon, 2 p.m. at PrestonSchilling Funeral Home in Dixon.

Wednesday visitations: Scott H. Hill of Surprise, Arizona, 9:30-10:30 a.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Dixon.

Wednesday funerals: Scott H. Hill of Surprise, Arizona, 9:30-10:30 a.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Dixon.

Helen E. Marshall of Eldena, 10:30 a.m. memorial service at St. James Evangelical Congregational Church in DIxon.

Sept. 12 funerals: Jerrad H. McConnell, formerly of Dixon, 5 p.m. memorial service at Knights of Columbus Hall in Dixon.

Happy Tails to address animal welfare concerns Public invited to special meeting STAFF REPORT news@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5501

ROCK FALLS – Happy Tails Humane Society is inviting the public to attend a special meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the shelter at 1408 McNeil Road.

The five-member board plans to discuss the decision by Advanced Animal Health Center to sever ties with the shelter, which was reported by Sauk Valley Media in Aug. 11 editions.

“We made the decision ... because of concerns about their business management and the care of the animals,” Barb Bees, business manager at the clinic, said at the time.

“Et h i c a l l y, I j u s t

couldn’t condone what they were doing anymore,” veterinarian Laurainne Haenni said.

“It was physically making me sick.”

Shelter manager Donald Czyzyk and board President Mark Razo said at the time that they were not aware that the clinic had decided to stop working with the shelter, and that the board knew only that clinic staff “had animal welfare concerns.”

There was no word Friday afternoon on whether Haenni or Bees would attend the meeting.

The no-kill shelter is a private nonprofit organization; its meetings are not usually open to the public.

Call the shelter at 815-626-2994 for more information on the meeting.

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Obituary corrections and clarifications will appear in the Corrections box on Page A2 the next publication day after we are notified of an error.

Receipt of all obituaries must be confirmed by phone.

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Interchange land buy a boon for city E

xciting times could be ahead for the city of Rock Falls, after a land purchase agreement was announced at Tuesday’s city council meeting.

The result could bring significant business development at the interchange of Interstate 88 and state Route 40.

The city council voted to buy 30 acres from farmer Wayne Schmitt, located at the northeast quadrant of the interchange. It’s property within a larger farm field that also contains about 5 acres that was formerly rented to an excavating company.

Additionally, the city has obtained a 7-year option to purchase 25 more acres adjoining the 30-acre parcel.

The price of $1.35 million will be paid for through a $1 million loan and the swap of an unneeded 45-acre parcel in a city industrial park on McNeil Road valued at $350,000.

When the city takes possession, a developer will be sought to begin the transformation of the land from agriculture to commerce.

What kind of development might occur there?

It’s too soon to tell.

What we think

nage could direct them farther north into the city.

and the proximity of the Rock River made that location less desirable to The purchase of land near the Interstate 88/ develop. state Route 40 interchange could be the THIS TYPE OF develThat left the Route 40 beginning of new growth for Rock Falls. opment has been a long interchange, with the time coming for Rock Hennepin Canal cutting Kudos to the mayor and city council Falls, a community that across the northwest for their forward-thinking leadership. has no fewer than three quadrant and the Whiaccess points to Interstate teside County Airport 88. dominating the southeast But, as Mayor Bill food, goods and services On the city’s east side, quadrant.

Wescott said, “With within sight of the interat the U.S. Route 30 interThe closest quadrant 28,000 cars a day on state. change, the development to the city, the northeast, Route 40, I really don’t That’s the mindset of trended more toward will now be developed in think we’ll have trouble many travelers. If they industrial and residential. a move that could be a developing it.” can see a restaurant, gas To the city’s west, drivers real boon to the city. station, or truck stop from can exit I-88 to reach U.S. We congratulate Mayor SOME OF THOSE CARS the interstate, it’s more Route 30 and the masWescott and the city come off the interstate. likely that they’ll pull off sive Wal-Mart Distribucouncil for their leaderMany more travelers and spend their money. tion Center. However, the ship to promote econommight exit at Rock Falls if And once they are off they could purchase fuel, the interstate, proper sig- design of the interchange ic growth.

THE READER’S VOICE

Volunteers asked to clean up waterways

Illinois Budget Stalemate

67 days

KURT SCHWAB Sterling

Dave Druen is trying to collect volunteers to help cut and trim trees and weed debris out of the Hennepin Canal in Rock Falls on Sept. 19. Some work also will be done before that day.

At 10 a.m. Sept. 26, I also am trying to get volunteers to help with weeds and small trees along the riverbank at Lawrence Park in Rock Falls.

If anyone is interested in helping, you can contact us on Facebook, or call me at 815-590-6336 or Druen at 815-716-3366. Thank you, and we hope to see you there.

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

‘Harvest Moon’ fundraiser for Caring Center DAVID E. MURRAY Sterling

Partnership leads to better student safety

Dave Granlund, GateHouse News Service

JON MANDRELL Polo

Last year, the White House called upon colleges and universities to reform their policies relating to their responsiveness to victims of sexual assault or misconduct.

These policies relate to Title IX requirements – the federal civil rights that protect students against such sexual discrimination. Title IX applies to all students and addresses gender-based discrimination, sexual harassment and violence, stalking, and verbal and physical threats.

Since its opening 50 years ago, Sauk Valley Community College has been committed to the protection of its students.

Recently, in partnership with the YWCA of the Sauk Valley, we extended our capabilities and revised existing policies.

The result of the Sauk/ YWCA collaboration has been enhanced advocacy for our students and increased education for our entire student body and employees to aid in the prevention of sexual violence.

Over the past year, the YWCA has provided presentations to hundreds of incoming students, and provided additional programming relating to

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awareness on these topics.

Furthermore, they have assisted the college in training all employees in our new procedures, which focus on reporting and responding to the needs of potential victims.

We plan to continue this great partnership with the YWCA, and we thank them for their ongoing commitment to make SVCC and our community a better place. We are fortunate to have such caring and

er Sterling Development Corp. felt that they should buy the Sterling Theater and turn it into a profitable business.

In their wisdom, they were somehow duped into setting up an agreement with Mr. Skip Huston to take on and run the project. Prior to this, Mr. Huston ran a similar project in Decatur that went bankrupt. I guess TONY VALENTINO those were his qualificaRock Falls tions.

A few years ago, the city At the time, I expressed of Sterling and the Great- my opinion on the viabilproactive individuals in the Sauk Valley.

Note to readers: Jon Mandrell, Ed. D., is dean of academics and student services at Sauk Valley Community College.

Downtown’s heart is not all about money

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.

ity of the project. I did not feel it would ever make a profit. It has not to this date, and being open a few days a week does not help. From a business standpoint alone, it will never survive.

However, as a community development endeavor, it is an outstanding success. I was recently looking out of the second-floor window of the Sterling Library when the theater’s marquis and light tower were turned on, and it was magnificent.

That light show brings pride and vibrancy to downtown Sterling, and that is priceless. I cannot help but smile whenever I look at it.

It is fortunate that the decision was not based on profitability. If it had been, we would be missing what all communities need: heart. That theater is downtown’s heart.

As you can tell, I am a fan, and I commend the city management and the Greater Sterling Development Corp. for having the guts to pull this off.

“What’s life, really, if we don’t leave something good behind us?”

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On Sept. 12, the Caring Center will have its fourth fundraiser at the Sterling Moose Club in Sterling.

The theme for this year’s event will be “Harvest Moon.”

We encourage everyone to enjoy the decorations and Steve Kerber music from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

He will play big band, karaoke, and line dancing. Attendance is free with any donation, and we hope everyone can attend, but if you cannot attend, making a donation would be a wonderful way to express your Christian generosity.

The Caring Center performs real Christian service in the Sauk Valley area by providing free clothing to needy families. The many volunteers participate in Jesus’ calls to help the needy and less fortunate.

If you have not been to the Caring Center, please stop by the center at the foot of Locust Street next to Verifacts in downtown Sterling, and see personally the wonderful work that is taking place there.

While donations of clothing and offers to volunteer your services are appreciated, you can help by simply attending the fundraiser. Free snacks will be served, and a silent auction will provide bargains.

The event is not only fun but provides an opportunity to support this wonderful Christian organization in its work.

We hope to see you at “Harvest Moon.” Thank you.

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Help from readers comes in many forms L

ots of readers help to make this newspaper better.

Some of them call or write us with tips and questions that lead to stories we didn’t know about.

Others let us know when we get something wrong and – sometimes – when we do something right.

A few even write articles and letters for publication.

Every little bit helps to expand the range of subjects, number of voices, and variety of viewpoints we publish.

Thanks for the help.

JOYCE OFTEN CALLS when she finds a typographical error or grammatical gaffe on the pages of her newspaper.

And she is usually right.

But not always.

She once scolded us about not cleaning up the grammar when we quoted information from a police report.

And this week, she called about a sentence in a Page 1 photo caption that said, “Neither of the winners were present at the time of the drawing.”

“I believe the correct usage is ‘was,’” she said of the singular – rather than plural – form of the verb.

By itself, neither takes a singular verb: Neither is correct.

But the language is not always that simple.

READERS SOMETIMES wonder why the newspaper violates the rules of grammar they learned in school.

Your middle school English teacher probably would have taught you that couple is a singular noun: The couple is opening a hat shop.

But this (and most) newspapers consider couple to be a plural noun “when used in the sense of two people.”

(The Associated Press Stylebook) Thus, it takes plural verbs and pronouns: The couple were married Saturday and left Sunday on their honeymoon. They will return in two weeks.

If couple is a singular noun: It will return next week from its honeymoon.

Just doesn’t seem right to refer to newlyweds as “it,” does it?

The rule for either/ neither also defies some school lessons.

“The nouns that follow [either ... or, neither ... nor] do not constitute a compound subject,” The AP Stylebook advises.

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“They are alternate subjects and require a verb that agrees with the nearer subject. Neither they nor he is going. Neither he nor they are going.”

So, the photo caption that Joyce questioned complies with news writing style, which promotes consistency in usage.

You don’t have to agree.

BETH WROTE ABOUT a column by the editor last month that explained some of this newspaper’s editing guidelines.

“Are you saying in your column that you change the words used by letterwriters and then publish them in an altered state without even getting the letter-writer’s OK?” she asked. “That does not sound ethical to me. I would think you would run the altered version by the letter-writer and give them the opportunity to say, ‘No, I’d rather you

not print the letter at all if you’re going to attribute to me words I did not say.’

“I am really quite stunned that you would deliberately misquote someone. Or have I misunderstood what you have written?”

No, that’s pretty close to what editing is.

However, we don’t consider our editing for clarity and accuracy to constitute a “misquote.”

But you might disagree.

WHAT WAS OUR answer to Beth’s question? This: “We edit everything for style and content, whether it’s a news release, a letter to the editor, or other information submitted for publication.

“We routinely fix spelling and grammatical mistakes, we don’t let writers libel people or institutions, and we try to correct (or eliminate) falsehoods. We are careful to preserve a writer’s intent. If we cannot edit a letter to make it suitable for publication, we provide the writer with an opportunity to submit a revised letter.

“Frankly, we don’t have time to negotiate the editing of material with the many dozens of people who submit infor-

mation every week. If people wish to take issue with our editing, they are free to write a letter to the editor, which we will publish – providing it accurately describes the process.

“Sometimes, I’ll address that process in my weekly column, in which I explain that we always edit submissions for style and content. In any case, we want to responsibly exercise our right to edit, and we try to be open about that process.”

So, now you know.

WE PUBLISHED A letter this week after making those kinds of editing changes.

The writer voiced her opposition to the nuclear deal the U.S. and five other nations negotiated with Iran. Such opinions are welcome.

But we made editing changes involving factual matters.

Her letter asserted the agreement “is actually a treaty, requiring twothirds vote by the Senate.”

It is factually inaccurate to assert the agreement is a treaty. An effort to make it a treaty failed in the U.S. Senate.

And, according to Condoleezza Rice, who was secretary of state in

the second term of the George W. Bush presidency: “The proposed Iranian nuclear agreement is classically an executive agreement and doesn’t need to be a treaty with advice and consent of the Senate.”

Rather than misinform readers, we deleted that inaccuracy from the letter – much the way we used to delete faulty assertions about “death panels” being established by the Affordable Care Act. The letter also asserted that the nuclear agreement “requires the U.S. and its allies to defend Iran from attack, should anyone (read ‘Israel’) attack its nuclear installations.”

Although that is almost certainly untrue, we allowed a little leeway for the writer’s interpretation, and changed the wording to “might require.”

Even the writer’s source for that assertion was uncertain. She learned that from an online article by American Thinker titled, “U.S. to defend Iran against Israel?”

We believe our editing changes preserved the writer’s intent – unless her intent was to misinform.

But you might disagree.

from Dixon city officials, cringe at the prospect of having to take another call from these people.

Listen in as Mr. Sleepin’ at the switch, city official, places a call to the U.S. Marshals Headquarters.

“Federal Marshals Office,” says the receptionist. “How may I direct your call?”

“Hello,” says Dixon city official, “Sleepin’ at the switch, here. May I speak to Federal Mar-

shal Blankety Blank?”

“One moment please.”

Caller put on hold. “A Mr. Sleepin’ at the switch from Dixon to speak with you, sir.”

Federal Marshal Blankety Blank grimaced as he reached for the phone.

“Hellooo, Mr. Sleepin’ at the switch, how are you today?”

“Fine, thank you. How’s the process of extracting Rita’s vital organs going?”

THE READER’S VOICE

Crundwell continues to be hounded RICHARD ROWLAND Polo

My wife was reading a Telegraph article about those whose job it is to extract everything of value from Rita Crundwell. Her comment was, “Aren’t they ever

going to leave her alone?”

I assured her that, due to egg on the faces of those who were sleeping at the switch and should have caught on to Rita’s misdeeds but didn’t, they are now attempting to cover their backsides by their draconian pursuit of anything of value that Rita might still possess; plus, it helps to change the subject of their failure.

While some city play-

ers who had anything to do with the “Rita fiasco” may be gone, it’s still incumbent on those who took their place to keep hounding her, lest seen as lacking oversite.

Presented with the fact of hounding Rita by city officials, most would respond with, “But it’s the Federal Marshals Office pursuing Rita.” To which I’d ask, “How many phone calls do you think are

What do you think?

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There are probably some in the Marshals Office who, given the task of handling these calls

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Thomas Fuller, a 17thcentury English scholar and preacher, said, “Get the facts, or the facts will get you. And when you get ‘em, get ‘em right, or they will get you wrong.”

That sums up rather well what happened when this deal was played in a social game.

What do you think of the auction?

South had a minimum oneheart opening bid, especially with those doubleton honors in the minors, but everyone would bid with that hand these days. West had an easy weak jump overcall.

Now came the key point of the deal. After a weak jump overcall, responder may bid one level higher

than he would have done in an uncontested auction.

Here, North’s three-heart bid showed the values for a single raise. With a gameinvitational hand, he would have jumped to four hearts.

And with a game-force, he would have cue-bid four diamonds. It is expected that South will play the cards accurately, aided by West’s intervention.

Here, East would have done well to bid three notrump, which was unbeatable given the 2-2 diamond break.

But she did even better when South went on to four hearts with no extra values whatsoever.

East happily doubled.

West led the spade seven, and East cleverly put in the jack to find out who held the queen. South won with her ace and ran the club queen.

The defenders took that trick, two diamonds, one spade and, eventually, one trump for down two, plus 500.

South did not face up to the facts and paid a steep price. © 2015 UFS

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Mayor: My disappointment is in the state GAMBLING

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The city decided about 2 years ago to re-examine liquor and video gambling ordinances to limit the expansion of gambling.

A consensus among elected officials was that video gambling was not a good fit with the city’s vision for economic development.

“This has never been about Suzi’s; from everything I’ve heard, she runs a good operation,” Mayor Skip Lee said. “This is about what kind of business we want to encourage in Sterling.”

On Feb. 17, the council approved an ordinance to clarify language regarding liquor licenses. The amendment said liquor licenses would be issued to only those establishments where the sale of alcohol is the primary business.

The language goes on to define “primary business” as “premises where 60 percent or more of the floor space is devoted to the retail sales of alcoholic beverages and/or food products, or 60 percent of the gross receipts generated on the premises result from the retail sale of liquor and/or food products.”

C i t y At t o r n e y Ro n Coplan explained, “The

Suzi’s empire Owner Suzi McAfoos has opened specialty gambling parlors in Rock Falls, Coal Valley, Silvis, Princeton, Galesburg, Kewanee, LaSalle, Streator, Peru, and two in Ottawa. McAfoos has state gambling licenses pending in Sterling and DeKalb. purpose of this is to make sure liquor licenses go to premises where the primary business is to serve food and alcohol.”

It was hoped that the amended code would keep gambling parlors like Suzi’s out of the city, because a majority of the receipts are generated by gambling terminals.

Suzi’s has several parlors in Illinois, including one at 1019 First Ave. in Rock Falls.

Suzi’s sells beer and wine, but markets itself as a quieter gambling alternative to a bar. Lounges with couches and TVs are set up for customers who are waiting for gambling terminals to become available. Gamers receive complimentary coffee and soda.

“I want my customers to feel like they are at home,” McAfoos said. “It’s a fun, bright and cheery place.”

Lee said McAfoos has agreed to comply with the new city code.

“She is still submitting plans and working with the city,” Lee said. “There are health and [Americans With Disabilities Act] considerations that must be taken care of, and she plans to comply with the 60 percent space requirement for alcohol sales.”

The mayor, who heads up the Liquor Commission, said legal concerns made it necessary to grant the liquor license.

“Because we aren’t home rule, and the way state statute is written, we couldn’t deny the liquor license because of gambling,” Lee said.

Lee said he consulted with several attorneys, including Coplan, all of whom told the mayor the city might get sued if it turned down a liquor license because of gambling concerns.

Lee said he and Coplan never discussed litigation possibilities when the ordinance was changed.

He stressed that McAfoos never threatened to take court action regarding a license.

“If I were Suzi, I’d pursue expansion here, too,” Lee said. “My disappointment is in the state of Illinois, which failed to close a loophole they acknowledge they created, and now the cities have no say in it.”

IN BRIEF Prophetstown Fire gets $193K grant PROPHETSTOWN – The village fire department is getting $193,286 from the Department of Homeland Security’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant program, which it will use to buy 32 new air packs, Chief Keith Crady said.

The funding is much needed: Air packs provide oxygen to firefighters during emergencies, and Prophetstown’s packs

were expired and the department had no wiggle room in its budget to buy new ones, he said.

“The ones we have are getting old and outdated,” Crady said. “It’s just wonderful for us, because we couldn’t afford to buy them without this grant.”

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Sterling native Brooks ‘excited’ for MTV debut Author hints at second season for ‘Shannara’

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

Best-selling fantasy author Terry Brooks is excited to be working with MTV to produce “The Shannara Chronicles,” a 10-episode series adaptation from his work, and he is “extremely pleased” with its development and promotion.

The Sterling native shared his thoughts with fans this week.

“There is nothing else like it on TV,” Brooks said of the show, which doesn’t yet have an exact air date, but is set for January.

A “movie-size scope” and “terrific” actors bring the package together, Brooks said.

Although he sometimes worried that the story could fall short of its legacy on screen, it has met his expectations – the actors have become his characters.

The Shannara world came to life this week after the release of the show’s first teaser trailer, which debuted during the MTV Video Music Awards on Sunday. It featured magic and explosive action, flying

MTV plans to begin its 10-episode series “The Shannara Chronicles” in January.

A sneak peek Go to http://shawurl. com/23vz to see the trailer. creatures, and expansive post-apocalyptic scenes.

Although Brooks doesn’t call the shots on the trailers or publicity, he has had no complaints, he said.

“Obviously, they are making artistic choices about how the trailers should appear and impact their audience, but that’s what they’re supposed to do,” Brooks said. “It’s no different from book covers.”

Over the course of 40 years, more than two dozen Shannara tales

were New York Times bestsellers, but the second book in the original trilogy, “The Elfstones of Shannara,” was cherrypicked to be the bedrock for the TV show, he told Sauk Valley Media in an interview last year.

The story, which is told through epic journeys, delves into topics of selfdiscovery.

A strong female lead and excellent casting and marketing opportunities were drivers in the decision.

“The public response has been very strong,” Brooks said. “We are already talking about next season – that’s how confident we are that you are going to love [the first season].”

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DIXON | RITA CRUNDWELL UPDATE

In all, 3,330 items seized by feds CON

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“There was clothing that we seized that still had the tags on it,” Wojdylo said. “It was very clear to me that Rita Crundwell never wore the same item twice.”

In all, marshals seized 3,330 items and 166 containers of smaller items in the wake of federal Judge Phillip Reinhard’s May 26 order that all of Crundwell’s remaining valuables be forfeited to help pay the $106 million she owes from her wire fraud sentence.

Almost half of the haul is show clothing.

Still, the government turned away boxes of clothes (such as a bikini top that her niece had) because they had no value and didn’t fall under the scope of the forfeiture order.

The rest are things similar to those already sold at auction, such as household items and horse equipment and paintings. The list includes four mopeds, 76 paintings, 103 pieces of outdoor furniture, and a T-shirt signed by Hallof-Fame quarterback Terry Bradshaw – a fellow quarter horse enthusiast. (“Rita, you’re the best,” Bradshaw wrote.)

Sale of the items should bring at least a five-figure sum, Wojdylo said, adding that auction dates have not been set.

All of the proceeds, though, will go to the city – less expenses for the seizure and sale.

In what may be the largest municipal embezzlement in U.S. history, Crundwell owes Dixon $53 million in restitution. About $9.5 million was made from previous sales of her possessions, including her herd of about 400 horses, a Dixon ranch and home, and a Florida vacation home.

The city also has received about $30 million in a lawsuit settlement with its former auditors and bank.

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money judgment against Crundwell for about $53 million. That order allows the government to go after her assets, current and future.

“Our objectives have always been to identify assets that have been acquired from illgotten gains,” Wojdylo said. “We’ve identified smaller items, but they’re items that are important because they have value.”

When news of the inventory reached Mayor Li Arellano Jr. on Thursday, he praised the federal government’s efforts.

After seizing the property, the Marshals Service spent the past 2 months sorting through claims on Crundwell items – timeconsuming court issues that included a claim from her boyfriend, Jim McKillips.

Arellano found the latest inventory disheartening in that it further illustrates the scale of Crundwell’s disregard for taxpayers.

“There’s clearly more money than she ever needed or knew what to do with,” Arellano said.

“As the comptroller, she was in on every tough budget negotiation. She was in on all of that, and did it anyway.

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Dixon won’t recover enough money for major projects like a road repair.

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The Crundwell Inventory Among the latest items seized: • 1,422 total articles of clothing • 527 horse statue trophies • 374 horse blankets • 152 belt buckles • 103 pieces of outdoor furniture • 8 Rita Crundwell cowhide director chairs • 6 animal skins • 1 two-headed bear wooden sculpture • 1 ATV • 1 Terry Bradshaw autographed football on the community.

On Friday, the government filed a motion to seek a final order of forfeiture. Wojdylo explained that it’s one of the last steps – the court’s way of acknowledging the government has settled all claims on Crundwell property and giving the government title on the inventory.

With title, the government will be able to sell the property. Wojdylo hopes to have the auc-

tions this fall.

To the best of Wojdylo’s knowledge, the inventory represents almost everything of value remaining that could be tied to Crundwell.

“I am relatively satisfied that we have identified almost all of the assets that are known to belong to Rita Crundwell,” he said. “Having seized what is represented in the inventory, we have seized almost everything that was in her possession.”

Cost-effective measures taken in seizure of assets

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In addition to obtaining valuable Rita Crundwell items to sell, the government made numerous efforts to complete its seizure at low cost, according to U.S. Marshals Service inspector Jason Wojdylo.

“One of my underlying objectives was to do this in a way that didn’t incur a lot of costs,” Wojdylo said Thursday. “We wouldn’t be going out seizing knickknacks with little value.

“We were thinking outside of the box,” he added. “With the federal government working with local governments, we were able to identify

opportunities to conduct the seizure and move the assets at no cost Jason to the case.

Wojdylo Ty p i c a l l y, it means more money for the victim. That’s what my job is.”

In light of that, Wojdylo said, his department’s relationship with the media is key – a way to limit spending on advertising.

“Our best partner in getting the word out has been the media,” Wojdylo said. “By the media helping in that regard, it saves us money in advertising. I have a very high interest in keeping costs down.”

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Numbers game The Northern Illinois Huskies will kick off their 50th season on Saturday against UNLV in DeKalb. The Huskies, who will be wearing throwback uniforms from 1965, are favored by 23 points.

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GIRLS SWIMMING & DIVING | 2015 SEASON PREVIEW

MLB

Warriors welcome challenge

Rizzo slams door on D’backs Cubs score eight in fifth in blowout

Volleyball team likes tough stretch

BY MATT CARLSON Associated Press

CHICAGO – Anthony Rizzo hit a grand slam in Chicago’s eightrun fifth inning, and rookie Addison Russell homered twice in a game for the first time in his career to power the Cubs and Jon Lester to a 14-5 rout of the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday at Wrigley Field.

Javier Baez added a two-run shot – his first homer this season – and went 3-for-4 in his third game since his recall from the minors, as the Cubs rolled to their third win in five tries following a four-game losing streak.

Rizzo’s 28th homer was his second career grand slam. Russell has three homers in his last four games, and 12 this season.

Lester (9-10) was staked to an early lead and rebounded after being hit hard in two of his three prior starts. The lefthander’s command wasn’t razor sharp, but good enough as he allowed two runs and five hits in five innings, before four Cubs relievers finished.

Jake Lamb hit a two-run homer for the Diamondbacks, who have lost nine of 12.

Arizona rookie starter Zack Godley (4-1), recalled from Double-A Mobile prior to the game, lost for the first time after solid performances in three previous major-league starts – including two sixinning outings when he didn’t allow a run.

The former Cubs propect struggled with control in this one, walking six while allowing six runs and four hits in 3 2/3 innings.

Editor’s note • On Fridays during the football season, SVM has an early deadline for the B section. Therefore, we will not be getting coverage in for Friday evening’s MLB and college football games.

SPORTS NOTEBOOK

BY SVM SPORTS STAFF sports@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5555

Philip Marruffo/pmarruffo@saukvalley.com

Sterling’s Kallie Zuidema (left) went to the state meet last year as a diver, thanks to mentoring from coaches and former divers. She returns this season, and gets to pass on some of her knowledge on to freshman Zaina Rumbolz (right).

STUDENT TEACHER

The Sterling Golden Warrior volleyball team started the 2015 season with a blitz of tough games, starting with their opener against Yorkville.

Since then, they Warriors have played in a tough Metea Valley tournament, a three-game match with Eastland in Lanark, and wrapped it up with a twogame win over a 4A school in Rock Island. The Warriors escaped the barrage of tough matches with a 5-4 record.

“Mr. [Greg] King and I purposely sat down in the offseason and looked at ways to make the schedule tougher,” Sterling coach Dale Dykeman said. “The NIB-12 is very tough on both sides, and we wanted as many matches before the start of the conference season.”

Players have seen a difference.

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Zuidema gets chance to pass on knowledge

BY PATRICK MASON pmason@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5550 @pm222

Zuidema file

Kallie Zuidema recalls a time when she had to trick her mind into allowing her body to try a difficult dive during her freshman season 2 years ago.

The Sterling diver was working on a reverse dive that requires the diver to leap high into the air and lean backward toward the board before going headfirst into the water.

It’s a tricky dive for beginners, as fears of hitting the board flood the thought process.

“I was scared to try it,”

Year: Junior FYI: Set an area 11-dive record with 458.30 points at the state meet last season.

Rumbolz file Year: Freshman FYI: Competed in gymnastics before joining diving.

Zuidema said. “Going backward was intimidating at first.

Eventually you get used to it.

It was all part of learning new dives and getting better.”

The Golden Warrior junior

has since mastered the reverse dive, as well as a number of others on her way to a strong showing at the state meet last season. As a sophomore, she dazzled with an 11-dive score of 458.30 on the state’s biggest stage.

That score put her name atop the record books displayed at the Duis Center in Sterling, the Golden Warriors’ practice facility. Zuidema even topped former Newman state diver and former area record holder Mary Sue Lemay, who helped coach the young diver last season.

STUDENT CONTINUED ON B3

Philip Marruffo/ pmarruffo@saukvalley.com

Sterling’s Jamy Trancoso set a team record for digs in a match with 22 on Tuesday against Eastland in Lanark.

COLLEGE FOOTBALL | ILLINOIS STATE AT IOWA

Fresh start for Beathard Hawkeyes QB gets first shot at leading team against ISU

BY LUKE MEREDITH AP Sports Writer

AP

Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz watches his team during practice last month in West Des Moines, Iowa. Ferentz has made a ton of changes this offseason, from introducing alternate uniforms to switching practice times and updating his recruiting philosophy.

The Hawkeyes are hoping they’ll pay off with wins, starting Saturday against Illinois State.

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IOWA CITY, Iowa – C.J. Beathard has been waiting for his chance to be Iowa’s starting quarterback for years.

He’s getting his wish this season.

Beathard will make just his second career regular-season start – and his first at Kinnick Stadium – when the Hawkeyes host FCS school Illinois State on Saturday.

Beathard, a redshirt junior who spent the last 2 years backing up now-Michigan quarterback Jake Rudock, was anointed the starter in January.

Iowa is hoping that Beathard’s strong arm, quick feet, and

increased knowledge of the playbook can help lift its offense out of the doldrums in 2015.

Beathard was 17-for-37 passing for 245 yards and a touchdown in his only previous start, a 24-10 win at Purdue last fall.

“He’s done a great job of running with it and embracing it,” Hawkeyes coach Kirk Ferentz said. “He’s doing a wonderful job. All that being said, I think we forget how inexperienced he is. He’s started one game since he’s been here. But he’s a fourth-year player, and he knows what’s going on.”

Looking good in red • Sterling graduate and former SVM player of the year Alejandro Rivera will be suiting up for Illinois State on Saturday against Iowa.

The game starts at 11 a.m. on BTN.

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Wisconsin hoping it can roll Tide, B4.

CatMatt taking aim at birds, B2.

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Boxer & Bulldog Evander Holyfield Elijah Holyfield, the No. 5 running back prospect and son of former boxing champ, commits to play football at Georgia.

Rare feat Bryce Harper Nats star joins Larry Doby, Joe Morgan and Ricky Henderson as only players since 1914 to score 4 times in game without a hit.

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Saturday, September 5, 2015

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

Surprise, it’s bird season On the tube TV listings

Saturday Auto racing 7 a.m.

• Formula One, qualifying for Italian Grand Prix, NBCSP 10:30 a.m.

• NASCAR Xfinity, pole qualifying for VFW Sport Clips Help A Hero 200, at Darlington, S.C., NBCSP 12:30 p.m.

• NASCAR Sprint Cup, pole qualifying for Southern 500, at Darlington, S.C., NBCSP 2:30 p.m.

• NASCAR Xfinity, VFW Sport Clips Help A Hero 200, at Darlington, S.C., NBC

College football 11 a.m.

• Illinois St. at Iowa, BTN • Stanford at Northwestern, ESPN • Norfolk St. at Rutgers, ESPNEWS • Richmond at Maryland, ESPNU • S. Dakota St. at Kansas, FSN 2:30 p.m.

• BYU at Nebraska, ABC • Penn St. at Temple, ESPN • Louisville at Auburn, CBS • Virginia at UCLA, Fox • UTEP at Arkansas, ESPNU 3 p.m.

Y

ou know, it didn’t dawn on me with it being so hot and all that bird season has started.

It wasn’t until I about fell out of the back of my boat when a gun went off not 80 yards from me that I thought something might be up.

First I thought maybe it was just a little target practice, or maybe I’d got someone a little hot under the collar.

Then when I rounded a curve and spotted the boat, the fake geese in the water, and the blind that was pretty much standing out like a sore thumb, I realized fully what was going on.

Heck, I’d stumbled right into a spread, and didn’t know it until I almost ran the dang decoys over.

Now I’m no expert on geese or doves, or any other bird for that matter, but I got to think hunting would be pretty tough in this cauldron of hell we are currently living in.

Of course, maybe those birds might like being in the water during this heat.

Again, I don’t know enough to form an educated guess. Then again, the water isn’t all that cool either, as this heat wave has the water

mattJONES Matt Jones is a fishing guide from Prophetstown. He can be reached at flatheadmechanic40 @gmail.com

Submitted photo

Jim Klauzer shows off his state-record catfish that he caught at Lake Sangchris. The big flathead weighed 81.4 pounds, and it was released after weighing. temperature back up to 80 degrees.

The good news is that the fishing has picked up, and the flatheads are getting bigger.

The numbers are also going up, and that makes CatMatt a happy fisherman.

I’m not going to lie, I just haven’t been into the big fish like usual.

It has been a real frustrating season so far for flatheads. But things are looking up. It’d be sweet

• S. Illinois at Indiana, ESPNEWS

SAUK VALLEY EXTRA

6 p.m.

• Arizona St. at Texas A&M, ESPN • Louisiana-Lafayette at Kentucky, ESPNU 6:30 p.m.

• Texas at Notre Dame, NBC 7 p.m.

• Wisconsin at Alabama, ABC • Texas St. at Florida St., ESPNEWS • Georgia Southern at West Virginia, FSN

to start smoking some big ones right up to deer season. Going right from big fish to big deer sounds like a good plan.

I am sure some of you heard the news, but if you did not, let me fill you in.

The Illinois staterecord flathead catfish was caught earlier this week.

The monster weighed in at 81.4 pounds, as caught by Jim Klauzer.

The fish was caught

at Lake Sangchris, near Rochester. The fish was taken care of very well, and weighed on a certified scale, and verified and witnessed by a game biologist.

The fish was then released back into the lake to grow bigger.

This guy gets it … that’s how fish get bigger.

Jim is an actual catfisherman, which makes this even more special, as the previous record was held by someone who was not even fishing for catfish.

Congratulations to Jim on the catch and the release of this incredible trophy.

If any of you are interested, go to YouTube to see the videos of the official weighing of the fish, and the release as well – real good stuff.

Anyway, you all stay cool out there this week, and enjoy what we have left of summer. Until next week ... Go Catfish!

Q &A

Sidney Kolb BV’s hitter daughter of former MLB pitcher

6:30 p.m.

• International Rugby Union, U.S. vs. Australia, NBCSP

Soccer 7 p.m.

• MLS, Chicago at Montreal, CSN

Tennis 10 a.m. & 4 p.m.

• U.S. Open, third round, at Flushing, N.Y., ESPN2

3 p.m.

• Wayne (Ohio) at Moeller (Ohio), ESPNU

Golf 6 a.m.

• European PGA, M2M Russian Open, final round, at Moscow, TGC Noon

• PGA, Deutsche Bank Championship, third round, part I, at Norton, Mass., TGC 2 p.m.

• PGA, Deutsche Bank Championship, third round, part II, at Norton, Mass., NBC • European LPGA, Helsingborg (Sweden) Open, final round, TGC

• Rays at Yankees, TBS 1 p.m.

• White Sox at Royals, CSN • Pirates at Cardinals, ESPN

NFL preseason

Monday Auto racing 3 p.m.

• NHRA, Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals, at Indianapolis, ESPN

College football 7 p.m.

1:30 p.m.

Rugby

High school football

• U.S. Open, round of 16, at Flushing, N.Y., ESPN2

• European LPGA, Helsingborg (Sweden) Open, third round, TGC

• Pirates at Cardinals, FSN/FS1

2:30 p.m.

• Ark.-Pine Bluff at South Carolina St., ESPN

Tennis

10:30 a.m.

3 p.m.

• Purdue at Marshall, FS1

10 a.m. & 6 p.m.

• European PGA, M2M Russian Open, third round, at Moscow, TGC

• Diamondbacks at Cubs, CSN

2 p.m.

6 p.m.

6 a.m.

1 p.m.

College football

• MLS, FC Dallas at Columbus, FS1

• Stanford at Penn St., BTN Golf

• Rays at Yankees, FS1

• NASCAR Sprint Cup, Southern 500, at Darlington, S.C., NBC

Soccer

7 p.m.

Noon

6:30 p.m.

• Chiefs at Rams (delay), FSN

• Colorado at Illinois, BTN

MLB

• Formula One, Italian Grand Prix, NBCSP

7 p.m.

4:30 p.m.

• Woodward Stakes & Forego Stakes, at Saratoga Springs, N.Y., NBCSP

6:30 a.m.

7 p.m.

College volleyball

4 p.m.

Sunday Auto racing

Noon

• Mississippi St. at Southern Miss, FS1

Horse racing

TV listings

MLB

9 p.m.

• PGA, Deutsche Bank Championship, second round, at Norton, Mass., TGC

On the tube

What do you like about volleyball?

I like everything we do together.

I love my team, and how hard we work, and everything we do together.

How did you first get started in it?

I lived in Wisconsin when I was little, and I started in fourth grade.

I played volleyball and softball.

What is it like playing sports with your father [Dan Kolb] as a professional athlete?

Ever since I was little, he’s always been my coach – whether he actually is my coach, or isn’t my coach. He started out as my coach when I was in fourth grade playing basketball.

We were the Mustangs, I can’t remember, it was so long ago.

He’s now our varsity softball coach, and I’m really looking forward to that. It’ll be the last time he’ll be my actual coach.

What is your favorite moment from watching your father pitch?

I remember when I was about 10, after a Brewers game, all of the families would go down onto the field and we’d run around. I remember before the beginning of a game, I was one of the little sausages that ran in the sausage race. I was a Polish sausage, or something like that.

Funniest sports moment?

Darcy Kepner pulls a lot of jokes. In basketball, she had a Q&A. The crossword puzzles. ... we still carry that joke with every sport, every time. It’s so funny.

She was asked what she does in her free time, and she said crossword puzzles. I don’t know why she didn’t say softball! We make fun of that a lot.

So what do YOU like to do in your free time?

I run, and I like to watch TV a lot.

College plans?

I have a plan, but it’s not foolproof yet, so I’m still thinking about college. I’m working on grades to get into a specific college, and just trying my best to get into it right now. If it works out, then I have a career.

What does it take to be a good volleyball player?

A positive attitude, good sportsmanship, sticking together, and help the ones below you to make them good. You have to communicate, that’s No. 1.

How are you dealing with a challenging start to the season?

This year is different, because we looked up to our older girls a lot. They were definitely an inspiration. This year is different because we all have to rely on each other, and we don’t have anyone to look up to, because they’re gone now.

So we all look up to each other, and we all try to be a leader.

As told to Cody Cutter • SVM photo by Philip Marruffo

• Ohio St. at Virginia Tech, ESPN

Golf 10:30 a.m.

• PGA, Deutsche Bank Championship, final round, part I, at Norton, Mass., TGC 12:30 p.m.

• PGA, Deutsche Bank Championship, final round, part II, at Norton, Mass., NBC

MLB Noon

• Orioles at Yankees, ESPN 1 p.m.

• Indians at White Sox, CSN • Cubs at Cardinals, FSN

Soccer 11 a.m.

• Euro 2016, qualifying, Armenia vs. Denmark, FS1 1:30 p.m.

• Euro 2016, qualifying, Scotland vs. Germany, FS1

Tennis 10 a.m. & 6 p.m.

• U.S. Open, round of 16, at Flushing, N.Y., ESPN2

Saturday, September 5, 2015

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SVM SCOUTS 2015 GIRLS SWIMMING & DIVING

MLB AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division W L Pct GB Toronto 76 58 .567 — New York 75 58 .564 ½ Tampa Bay 66 68 .493 10 Baltimore 65 69 .485 11 Boston 61 72 .459 14½ Central Division W L Pct GB Kansas City 82 51 .617 — Minnesota 69 64 .519 13 Cleveland 65 68 .489 17 Chicago 62 70 .470 19½ Detroit 61 73 .455 21½ West Division W L Pct GB Houston 73 61 .545 — Texas 70 62 .530 2 Los Angeles 67 66 .504 5½ Seattle 63 71 .470 10 Oakland 58 76 .433 15 Wild Card W L New York 75 58 Texas 70 62 Minnesota 69 64 Los Angeles 67 66 Tampa Bay 66 68 Cleveland 65 68 Baltimore 65 69 Seattle 63 71 Chicago 62 70

Pct GB .564 +4½ .530 — .519 1½ .504 3½ .493 5 .489 5½ .485 6 .470 8 .470 8

Friday’s results N.Y. Yankees 5, Tampa Bay 2 Baltimore 10, Toronto 2 Cleveland 8, Detroit 1 Philadelphia at Boston, late Chicago White Sox at Kansas City, late Minnesota at Houston, late Seattle at Oakland, late Texas at L.A. Angels, late Saturday’s games Tampa Bay (M.Moore 1-3) at N.Y. Yankees (Eovaldi 14-2), 1:05 p.m.

Baltimore (M.Wright 2-3) at Toronto (Price 13-5), 1:07 p.m.

Philadelphia (Asher 0-1) at Boston (Miley 10-10), 4:05 p.m.

Cleveland (Salazar 12-7) at Detroit (Simon 11-9), 7:08 p.m.

Chicago White Sox (Quintana 7-10) at Kansas City (D.Duffy 7-6), 7:10 p.m.

Minnesota (E.Santana 3-4) at Houston (McCullers 5-5), 7:10 p.m.

Seattle (F.Hernandez 15-8) at Oakland (Chavez 7-13), 9:05 p.m.

Texas (D.Holland 2-1) at L.A. Angels (Weaver 6-10), 9:05 p.m.

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

Baltimore at Toronto, 12:07 p.m.

Cleveland at Detroit, 12:08 p.m.

Philadelphia at Boston, 12:35 p.m.

Chicago White Sox at Kansas City, 1:10 p.m.

Minnesota at Houston, 1:10 p.m.

Texas at L.A. Angels, 2:35 p.m.

Seattle at Oakland, 3:05 p.m.

Monday’s games Baltimore at N.Y. Yankees, 12:05 p.m.

Tampa Bay at Detroit, 12:08 p.m.

Toronto at Boston, 12:35 p.m.

Cleveland at Chicago White Sox, 1:10 p.m.

Houston at Oakland, 3:05 p.m.

Texas at Seattle, 5:40 p.m.

Minnesota at Kansas City, 7:10 p.m.

L.A. Dodgers at L.A. Angels, 8:05 p.m.

NATIONAL LEAGUE East Division W L Pct New York 74 59 .556 Washington 68 65 .511 Miami 55 79 .410 Atlanta 54 80 .403 Philadelphia 53 81 .396 Central Division W L Pct St. Louis 86 47 .647 Pittsburgh 79 53 .598 Chicago 76 57 .571 Milwaukee 58 75 .436 Cincinnati 55 77 .417 West Division W L Pct Los Angeles 75 58 .564 San Francisco 69 65 .515 San Diego 65 69 .485 Arizona 65 70 .481 Colorado 55 78 .414 Wild Card W L 79 53 76 57 69 65 68 65

Pittsburgh Chicago San Francisco Washington

GB — 6 19½ 20½ 21½ GB — 6½ 10 28 30½ GB — 6½ 10½ 11 20

Pct GB .598 +3½ .571 — .515 7½ .511 8

Friday’s results Chicago Cubs 14, Arizona 5 Milwaukee at Cincinnati, ppd., rain Atlanta at Washington, late N.Y. Mets at Miami, late Philadelphia at Boston, late Pittsburgh at St. Louis, late San Francisco at Colorado, late L.A. Dodgers at San Diego, late Saturday’s games Milwaukee (W.Peralta 5-8) at Cincinnati (Jo. Lamb 0-3), 12:10 p.m., 1st game Arizona (Ray 3-10) at Chicago Cubs (Arrieta 17-6), 1:20 p.m.

Philadelphia (Asher 0-1) at Boston (Miley 10-10), 3:05 p.m.

Pittsburgh (Morton 8-6) at St. Louis (Jai. Garcia 7-4), 3:05 p.m.

Milwaukee (Garza 6-14) at Cincinnati (Sampson 2-2), 5:10 p.m., 2nd game Atlanta (S.Miller 5-12) at Washington (G.Gonzalez 9-7), 6:05 p.m.

N.Y. Mets (B.Colon 12-11) at Miami (B.Hand 4-4), 6:10 p.m.

San Francisco (Peavy 4-6) at Colorado (Bettis 6-4), 7:10 p.m.

L.A. Dodgers (A.Wood 9-9) at San Diego (T.Ross 10-9), 7:40 p.m.

Sunday’s games Milwaukee at Cincinnati, 12:10 p.m.

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

Atlanta at Washington, 12:35 p.m.

Philadelphia at Boston, 12:35 p.m.

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

L.A. Dodgers at San Diego, 3:10 p.m.

San Francisco at Colorado, 3:10 p.m.

Pittsburgh at St. Louis, 7:05 p.m.

Monday’s games N.Y. Mets at Washington, 12:05 p.m.

Milwaukee at Miami, 12:10 p.m.

Pittsburgh at Cincinnati, 12:10 p.m.

Chicago Cubs at St. Louis, 1:15 p.m.

Colorado at San Diego, 3:10 p.m.

San Francisco at Arizona, 3:10 p.m.

Atlanta at Philadelphia, 6:05 p.m.

L.A. Dodgers at L.A. Angels, 8:05 p.m.

Tennis Friday’s U.S. Open results At The USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, New York Surface: Hard-Outdoor Third Round Singles Men • Benoit Paire, France, def. Tommy Robredo (26), Spain, 7-6 (3), 6-1, 6-1.

• Jo-Wilfried Tsonga (19), France, def. Sergiy Stakhovsky, Ukraine, 6-3, 7-5, 6-2.

• Marin Cilic (9), Croatia, def. Mikhail Kukushkin, Kazakhstan, 6-7 (5), 7-6 (1), 6-3, 6-7 (3), 6-1.

• Novak Djokovic (1), Serbia, def. Andreas Seppi (25), Italy, 6-3, 7-5, 7-5.

• Roberto Bautista Agut (23), Spain, def.

David Goffin (14), Belgium, 2-6, 5-7, 6-3, 3-1, retired.

• Feliciano Lopez (18), Spain, def. Milos Raonic (10), Canada, 6-2, 7-6 (4), 6-3.

• Jeremy Chardy (27), France, def. David Ferrer (7), Spain, 7-6 (6), 4-6, 6-3, 6-1.

Women • Kristina Mladenovic, France, def. Daria Kasatkina, Russia, 6-2, 6-3.

• Ekaterina Makarova (13), Russia, def.

Elina Svitolina (17), Ukraine, 6-3, 7-5.

• Venus Williams (23), United States, def.

Belinda Bencic (12), Switzerland, 6-3, 6-4.

• Roberta Vinci, Italy, def. Mariana DuqueMarino, Colombia, 6-1, 5-7, 6-2.

• Anett Kontaveit, Estonia, def. Madison Brengle, United States, 6-2, 3-6, 6-0.

• Eugenie Bouchard (25), Canada, def.

Dominika Cibulkova, Slovakia, 7-6 (9), 4-6, 6-3.

• Madison Keys (19), United States, def.

Agnieszka Radwanska (15), Poland, 6-3, 6-2.

• Serena Williams (1), United States, def.

Bethanie Mattek-Sands, United States, 3-6, 7-5, 6-0.

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Byron Tigers

Newman Comets

Coach: Julia Rudzinski (1st season) 2014: Finished 5th at Rockford Jefferson Sectional.

Roster Gabby Bouback Free Fr. Danni Brosend Free Fr. Sam Brosend Free Sr. Sophie Buseski IM So. Gretchen Bushman Back/Fly So. Natalie Carlson Free Jr. Katie Drezen Free Fr. Kaitlyn Freimuth Free Jr. Abby Ganong Free Jr. Serena Goelitz Free Fr. Megan Hale Free/Breast Sr. Emily Homman Free/Back Jr. Kelsey Horton Free/Fly Fr. Halle Johnson Fly/Free So. Cassandra Joyner Fly/Free Jr. Paige Lockard Free Fr. Christina Michel Free So. Cherokee Pendergrass IM Fr. Kaylee Rice Free/Breast Jr. Hannah Schlosser IM Jr. Kylie Shaw Back/Breast So. Emily Smith Free/Back Jr. Michaela Spanbauer Diving Sr. Outlook: Byron co-ops with Stillman Valley, Forreston, Dixon, Winnebago and Polo. The result is a big roster, which should make the Tigers a force in dual meets. Several swimmers have a shot at moving on to the state meet.

Coach: Paul Weil (1st season) 2014: Diver Abigayle Ammon (graduated) advanced to state last season.

Roster Kaiti Collins Jr. Mary McDonnell Jr. Elise Pasley Jr. Brianna Walls Jr. Outlook: The Comets lost state-qualifying diver Abigayle Ammon to graduation, and will miss out on those points in dual meets. And, much like Morrison, the swimmers will likely focus on individual performances for a chance to advance out of the sectional due to the low numbers.

Morrison Fillies Coach: Chelsea Brewer 2014: Finished 8th at Rock Island Sectional.

Roster Brooke Bennett Fr. Nicole Hess So. Mackenzie Ryder Fr. Madison Steines So. Tessa Vanderbleek Jr. Emily Wallander Sr. Outlook: The Fillies are mostly made up of underclassmen, and haven’t quite figured out which events suit each swimmer best. With the smaller numbers, the goal of the season will be to focus on individual performances in preparation for the sectional meet at the end of the season.

Sterling Golden Warriors Coach: Jamie Ruiz (5th season) 2014: Finished 6th at Rockford Jefferson Sectional.

Kerry Mullen missed out on state in the 50 freestyle by .04 seconds, while diver Kallie Zuidema qualified.

Roster Amaya Allen Jr. Chloe Bittorf Jr. Destanee Carroll Fr. Jazmend Chattic Fr. Jynnejah Chattic Fr. Anisa Davis So. Avery Edwards Jr. Jayme Eilers Fr. Bailey Farley So. Rachel Farley Sr. Madeline Geil Fr. Hannah Hubbard Sr. Lilah Lopez So. Abigail Lyman Jr. Nina Malki Sr. Trinity Martinez Fr. Kerry Mullen So. Sarah Page Fr. Samantha Royer Fr. Zaina Rumbolz Fr. Katrina Sandefer So. Kallie Zuidema Jr. Outlook: The Golden Warriors will be a force this season with returning diving state qualifier and school record-holder Zuidema. Mullen proved to be one of the top sprinters in the area, and has a state trip on her mind.

Gymnastics background helping diver STUDENT

as Zuidema did 2 years ago. Rumbolz recalled CONTINUED FROM B1 learning a reverse dive recently, and had to Zuidema credits her tell her body to ignore success and rapid everything her mind improvement to her was telling her. coaches and practice “It was a little scary,” partner – Newman Rumbolz said. “The state qualifier Abigayle first time I did it, I overAmmon. As a senior, rotated and smashed Ammon advanced to my face hard on the state last season, as the water. It didn’t feel too two divers pushed each good, but Kallie was other in practice. right there, and she told Now with Ammon’s me she’s done the same absence, Zuidema gets thing before. a chance to be a mentor. “It helps to have Freshman diver Zaina her here. She’s really encouraging. She’s a Rumbolz is diving role model to me. Just for the first time this being able to practice season, and is going through the same paces with someone who went

to state and set records is pretty cool.”

Rumbolz is proving to be a natural even with just one meet under her belt, just as Zuidema did. Rumbolz comes from a gymnastics background, and was prodded by her gymnastics coach to try diving.

She excelled at the parallel bars due to her strong balance and body control, something Rumbolz has been able to use to her advantage as she dives into a new sport.

“It definitely helps to have been in gymnastics,” Rumbolz said.

“Really, the only difference is going head first,

which was something to get used to. You definitely don’t want to go head first in gymnastics.”

Zuidema also sees having a younger diver as a plus. She figures that helping someone else with dives will give her a better knowledge of how to perform her own maneuvers in the air.

“I looked up to [Ammon] last year,” Zuidema said. “Now I’ll get to help someone like someone helped me. I noticed I have a better understanding of what’s going on when you try to explain things.

“It will definitely help both of us.”

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“I think we are ahead of where we were in past seasons,” Sterling senior Jay Borum said.

“We watched the tape from last year at this point, and we can tell the difference. You improve faster when you play tough teams.”

The Warriors now get to rest and regroup.

After Thursday’s match, they will not play again until Sept. 12.

Sterling’s Jamy Trancoso set an SHS singlematch record with 22 digs in Tuesday’s match in Lanark. Initial stat keeping had her at 27 digs, but a review of the tape put her at 22 – still one ahead of the former record.

Zeroes flipped: Bureau

Valley finished 12-0 in the Three Rivers last volleyball season, but the zeroes have been flipped to start this season.

The Storm are 0-4 overall and 0-3 in conference in a season in which they are trying to replace a bevy of senior leadership.

After losses against Annawan and Newman, Storm coach Abbi Bosnich inserted sophomore Nicole Wirth in as lead setter, and made junior Casey Mecum don the white libero jersey.

Bosnich noted improvements with defense and hitting in their past two matches against Erie and Rockridge.

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“We’re trying to go undefeated in conference this year,” Hawks coach Justyn Laxner said.

Oregon has seen success early on, as just about every player contributes, and even defenders are getting in on the scoring. Defender Trey Wilson has three goals and leads the team from that position. His scoring ability is a testament to the Hawks’ aggressive style of play, which often features just two defenders, with the rest pressing on offense.

Platoon: Dixon coach Josh Brigl has had the luxury to mix and match his goalkeepers throughout the season. Junior Nick LeSage is normally the starter, and has experience doing so at the varsity level last seaosn.

Fellow junior Evan Munson has also been seeing signifigant time during matches. ¢¢ Brigl feels confident 65 THURSDAY 60 BONELESS BONELESS THURSDAY that each can contribute, and likes the way Munson carries himself during matches he doesn’t start.

“I’m always ready to play,” Munson said.

“I’m never not doing anything. I’m always watching, and I prepare like I’m going to go in every game. Me and Nick talk during the half, too. We work well together.”

we’re moving in the right direction.”

Opening up the Three Rivers slate with Newman (a Class 2A regional winner last year) and Erie (a 20-win 1A regional finalist) provided enough preparation for a Storm team that lost many seniors from a 12-0 TRAC season. Unlike the Storm, Newman and Erie returned many key players from the previous season.

“Our team hasn’t really worked together a whole lot,” Storm senior Sidney Kolb said. “We haven’t played with each other before, so coming together as a team is working really well.”

Zeroing in: The Oregon boys soccer team improved to 3-0 in Big Northern play after

On the calendar Local events

Saturday Women’s volleyball 10 a.m.

• Lincoln at Sauk Valley 2 p.m.

• Moraine Valley at SVCC

Football 7:30 p.m.

• Fulton at Newman

Cross country 9 a.m.

• Sterling at Galesburg Invite • Rock Falls, Bureau Valley, Erie-Prophetstown, Newman, West Carroll at Oregon Open TBA

• Dixon girls at Pleasant Valley (Iowa)

Boys golf 8 a.m.

• Sterling, Dixon, Newman Bureau Valley, Erie, Morrison, Polo at Rock Falls Invite • Oregon, Fulton at Lena-Winslow Invite

Girls golf 8:30 a.m.

• Erie at Mercer Co. Invite

Girls swimming 8:30 a.m.

• Sterling, Newman at Sterling Invite

Girls tennis 9 a.m.

• Sterling at Harlem Invite • Newman at Belvidere Invite

Volleyball 8 a.m.

• Dixon, Newman, Bureau Valley, Morrison at Rock Falls Invite 9 a.m.

• Erie, Eastland at Oregon tournament

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Dixon gym holding open house Gymnastics Divine in Dixon will be holding a Mental Warrior Open House on Tuesday at the gym, 110 East 1st Street, from 7:30-8:30 p.m.

Director Deb Delancey will talk about the mental discipline techniques she uses with her athletes.

For more information, contact her at 815-6770825, or at debriseaboveit@ yahoo.com.

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Faith Christian rolls to win in Grand Detour The Falcons (9-3) beat Galesburg Christian 25-5, 25-15 on Friday at home.

Sarah Smith slammed four kills, Megan Hill added three kills and three assists, and Kelsey Leach had 12 aces and three assists.

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Skyhawks win at Timber Creek Jarred Hippen placed third, and Ryan Dixon finished fifth to lead Sauk Valley to victory in Dixon.

Sauk shot a 308 to beat Black Hawk (309) and DuPage (311). Hippen shot a 1-over 73, Dixon fired a 75, and Trevor Sisson added a 76.

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Big Ten West Conf. Overall Illinois 0-0 0-0 Iowa 0-0 0-0 Nebraska 0-0 0-0 Northwestern 0-0 0-0 Purdue 0-0 0-0 Wisconsin 0-0 0-0 Minnesota 0-0 0-1 Thursday’s result • TCU 23, Minnesota 17 Friday’s result • Kent St. at Illinois, late Saturday’s games • Illinois St. at Iowa, 11 a.m.

• Stanford at Northwestern, 11 a.m.

• BYU at Nebraska, 2:30 p.m.

• Wisconsin vs. Alabama, at Arlington, Texas, 7 p.m.

Sunday’s game • Purdue at Marshall, 2 p.m.

Big Ten East Conf. Overall Indiana 0-0 0-0 Maryland 0-0 0-0 Michigan St. 0-0 0-0 Ohio St. 0-0 0-0 Penn St. 0-0 0-0 Rutgers 0-0 0-0 Michigan 0-0 0-1 Thursday’s result • Utah 24, Michigan 17 Friday’s result • Michigan St. at W. Michigan, late Saturday’s games • Richmond at Maryland, 11 a.m.

• Norfolk St. at Rutgers, 11 a.m.

• Penn St. at Temple, 2:30 p.m.

• S. Illinois at Indiana, 3 p.m.

Monday’s game • Ohio St. at Virginia Tech, 7 p.m.

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When: 7 p.m. Saturday Where: AT&T Stadium, Arlington, Texas TV: ABC Line: Alabama by 12 What’s up: The Crimson Tide have never shied away from competitive openers, and this weekend is no different.

The Badgers will try to use their power running attack to play keep-away, but ’Bama’s speed and athleticism – as well as its ability to run the ball well itself – might be too much for even Wisconsin to overpower.

My pick: Alabama 24-10

Texas at No. 11 Notre Dame

No. 15 Arizona State vs.

Texas A&M

When: 6:30 p.m. Saturday Where: Notre Dame Stadium, South Bend TV: NBC Line: Notre Dame by 9½ What’s up: There’s potential national title talk surrounding the Fighting Irish this season, and while the Longhorns aren’t the Big 12 powerhouse they were a decade ago, this is still a nice opening test for Notre Dame. Texas will sprinkle in some power run with a wide-open throttle on offense, but the Irish should be able to keep the ’Horns in check enough to put up some points of their own.

My pick: Notre Dame 38-21

When: 6 p.m. Saturday Where: NRG Stadium, Houston, Texas TV: ESPN Line: Texas A&M by 3 What’s up: The Sun Devils’ devil-maycare attitude took them a long way last season, and the return of QB Mike Bercovici – who notched some big wins while filling in for an injured starter last season – is back at the helm for ASU. The Aggies, meanwhile, have fared well in their transition to the SEC, and will be a handful if they can find some consistency.

My pick: Arizona State 45-42

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LINE O/U Saturday Old Dominion 5 62 at Florida 35½ 54½ Penn St. 6½ 44 at Tulsa 5 67 at UCLA 19½ 52½ Stanford 11 47½ Auburn 10½ 57½ Texas A&M 3 69½ at Nebraska 6½ 60½ at N.C. State 26 62 at N. Illinois 23 62 at Oklahoma 33 57½ Tennessee 21½ 69 at Georgia 35½ 54 at Kentucky 17 58 at Arkansas 33 50 at W.Virginia 19½ 56 at Notre Dame 9½ 49 at Florida St. 29 63 Alabama 12 49 Mississippi St 21 61 at USC 27 69½ Sunday at Marshall 7½ 61½ Monday Ohio State 14 52½

MAC West Conf. Overall Ball St. 0-0 1-0 E. Michigan 0-0 0-0 N. Illinois 0-0 0-0 Toledo 0-0 0-0 W. Michigan 0-0 0-0 Cent. Michigan 0-0 0-1 Thursday’s result • Ball St. 48, VMI 36 • Oklahoma St. 24, Cent.

Michigan 13 • Stony Brook at Toledo, canceled Friday’s result • Michigan St. at W. Michigan, late Saturday’s games • Old Dominion at E. Michigan, 2:30 p.m.

• UNLV at N. Illinois, 6:30 p.m.

SEC East Conf. Overall S. Carolina 0-0 1-0 Florida 0-0 0-0 Georgia 0-0 0-0 Kentucky 0-0 0-0 Missouri 0-0 0-0 Tennessee 0-0 0-0 Vanderbilt 0-0 0-1 Thursday’s results • S. Carolina 17, N. Carolina 13 • W. Kentucky 14, Vanderbilt 12 Saturday’s games • La.-Monroe at Georgia, 11 a.m.

• Bowling Green at Tennessee, 3 p.m.

• SE Missouri St. at Missouri, 3 p.m.

• La.-Lafayette at Kentucky, 6 p.m.

• New Mexico St. at Florida, 6:30 p.m.

SEC West Conf. Overall Alabama 10-0 10-0 Arkansas 0-0 0-0 Auburn 0-0 0-0 LSU 0-0 0-0 Mississippi 0-0 0-0 Mississippi St. 0-0 0-0 Texas A&M 0-0 0-0 Saturday’s games • Tenn.-Martin at Mississippi, 11 a.m.

• UTEP at Arkansas, 2:30 p.m.

• Louisville at Auburn, 2:30 p.m.

• Arizona St. vs. Texas A&M, at Houston, 6 p.m.

• McNeese St. at LSU, 6:30 p.m.

• Alabama vs. Wisconsin, at Arlington, Texas, 7 p.m.

• Mississippi St. at Southern Miss, 9 p.m.

Thursday’s scores EAST UConn 20, Villanova 15 SOUTH Duke 37, Tulane 7 Georgia Tech 69, Alcorn St. 6 Wake Forest 41, Elon 3 MIDWEST W. Illinois 33, E. Illinois 5 FAR WEST Arizona 42, UTSA 32

UNDERDOG at E.Michigan New Mexico St. at Temple Florida Atlantic Virginia at Northwestern Louisville Arizona St. BYU Troy UNLV Akron Bowling Green La.-Monroe La.-Lafayette UTEP Georgia Southern Texas Texas St. Wisconsin at Southern Miss Arkansas St. Purdue at Virginia Tech

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Wisconsin quarterback Joel Stave will lead the Badgers into Saturday’s game against No. 3 Alabama. It’s a chance for the Badgers to make a statement under first-year coach Paul Chryst.

Fitting start Alabama starting where it wanted to finish 2014

BY STEPHEN HAWKINS AP Sports Writer

ARLINGTON, Texas – Alabama will start its season with a new quarterback in the NFL stadium where Blake Sims and the Crimson Tide wanted to be last January.

The third-ranked Tide play their opener Saturday night against No. 20 Wisconsin in the Dallas Cowboys’ stadium.

That is where Ohio State won the national championship game after first beating SEC champ Alabama in a College Football Playoff semifinal at the Sugar Bowl.

Since three national titles in a four-season span, Alabama has now gone consecutive seasons without even winning a bowl game.

“The biggest question that I have might not get answered in this game, but over the course of time, is the dynamics of Alabama football have

changed a little bit over the last couple of years. And I’ve been anxious to get back to what we used to do,” coach Nick Saban said. “Identity is not something that you inherit or assume or get from somebody else.”

There are three options to replace Sims, but Alabama’s starter might not be known until the first snap of the game. There is a chance that Jake Coker, Cooper Bateman and Alec Morris could all play at some point.

Wisconsin, which last season won the Big Ten West Division title during its third 11-win season in 5 years, is settled at quarterback with Joel Stave.

Running back Corey Clement takes over for Heisman finalist Melvin Gordon, and already with seven 100-yard rushing games in his career.

The Badgers play their first game under coach Paul Chryst,

their former offensive coordinator and Madison,Wisconsin, native who came home after the past three seasons as Pittsburgh’s head coach.

“I’ve never gone into a game where I felt that it was about me,” Chryst said. “And I think that this game is a big game, and it’s probably happening because of what both programs have done in previous years.”

These are two of the five programs to average at least 10 wins over the last six seasons, with Alabama’s 72 wins the most in that span. The Badgers won 60 games.

Alabama’s only other appearance in the North Texas kickoff game was a 41-14 win over Michigan in 2012, the season of the Tide’s last national title.

The stadium is also the home of the Cotton Bowl, which this season is one of the CFP semifinal games.

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Here are some things to consider as Iowa prepares to open a crucial season in Ferentz’s 17th year: Redbird power: Illinois State might play in the second tier, but the Redbirds are far from pushovers. Illinois State made it to the national title game last season and is ranked No. 2 in the FCS heading into this one.

The Redbirds are led by former Indiana

quarterback Tre Roberson, who threw 30 TD passes and rushed for over 1,000 yards in 2014.

“He’s really a threat running the football. If he breaks contain, he can throw it on the run, and he throws it really well from the pocket too,” Ferentz said.

Still, Illinois State is 0-7 against current Big Ten schools.

Leshun’s time: Beathard isn’t the only Hawkeyes player with a big debut ahead on Saturday, as running back LeShun Daniels Jr. will

likely make his first start at Kinnick Stadium as well. Daniels missed much of last season with injuries.

But at 6-foot and 225 pounds, Iowa is hoping that he’s the big yet quick back it’s been searching for.

Relations: Beathard has a close connection to Illinois State’s coaching staff, too. His uncle Kurt is the offensive coordinator for the Redbirds. The two remain close – but not this week, of course. C.J. said he won’t speak to Kurt until after the game.

AP Top 25 Record Pts Pv 1. Ohio St. (61) 14-1 1,525 1 2. TCU 12-1 1,428 3 3. Alabama 12-2 1,322 4 4. Baylor 11-2 1,263 7 5. Michigan St. 11-2 1,256 t5 6. Auburn 8-5 1,192 22 7. Oregon 13-2 1,156 2 8. Southern Cal 9-4 1,085 20 9. Georgia 10-3 991 9 10. Florida St. 13-1 959 t5 11. Notre Dame 8-5 873 NR 12. Clemson 10-3 862 15 13. UCLA 10-3 698 10 14. LSU 8-5 675 NR 15. Arizona St. 10-3 605 12 16. Georgia Tech 11-3 588 8 17. Mississippi 9-4 563 17 18. Arkansas 7-6 410 NR 19. Oklahoma 8-5 394 NR 20. Wisconsin 11-3 393 13 21. Stanford 8-5 347 NR 22. Arizona 10-4 311 19 23. Boise St. 12-2 240 16 24. Missouri 11-3 219 14 25. Tennessee 7-6 114 NR Others receiving votes: Mississippi St. 100, Texas A&M 61, Oklahoma St. 46, Virginia Tech 42, Utah 36, Penn St. 20, Louisville 12, Cincinnati 8, Nebraska 6, Kansas St. 5, Florida 4, NC State 4, Texas 3, BYU 2, Michigan 2, N. Illinois 2, California 1, W. Kentucky 1, West Virginia 1.

Amway Coaches Top 25 Record Pts Pv 1. Ohio St. (62) 14-1 1,598 NR 2. TCU (1) 12-1 1,487 NR 3. Alabama (1) 12-2 1,452 NR 4. Baylor 11-2 1,365 NR 5. Oregon 13-2 1,260 NR 6. Michigan St. 11-2 1,230 NR 7. Auburn 8-5 1,103 NR 8. Florida St. 13-1 1,057 NR 9. Georgia 10-3 1,026 NR 10. Southern Cal 9-4 1,014 NR 11. Notre Dame 8-5 883 NR 12. Clemson 10-3 838 NR 13. LSU 8-5 727 NR 14. UCLA 10-3 697 NR 15. Mississippi 9-4 668 NR 16. Arizona St. 10-3 577 NR 17. Georgia Tech 11-3 573 NR 18. Wisconsin 11-3 470 NR 19. Oklahoma 8-5 407 NR 20. Arkansas 7-6 377 NR 21. Stanford 8-5 365 NR 22. Arizona 10-4 299 NR 23. Missouri 11-3 229 NR 24. Boise St. 12-2 190 NR 25. Tennessee 7-6 166 NR Others receiving votes: Mississippi State 164; Texas A&M 149; Oklahoma State 89; Virginia Tech 70; Utah 40; Kansas State 37; Louisville 27; Nebraska 27; Minnesota 25; Penn State 20; South Carolina 18; Miami (Fla.) 16; Texas 8; Illinois 7; Duke 6; Air Force 5; Louisiana Tech 5; Marshall 4; Utah State 4; West Virginia 3; North Carolina State 3; Brigham Young 3; Florida 2; Georgia Southern 2; North Carolina 2; Maryland 1; Michigan 1; Kentucky 1; Central Florida 1; Cincinnati 1; Washington 1.

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Anna Lappe, an author and educator, claimed, “Hope doesn’t come from calculating whether the good news is winning out over the bad.

It’s simply a choice to take action.”

She was discussing diet, but it could also apply at the bridge table. On every round of the bidding, you have the choice to take action or to pass. Sometimes, you will hope your choice works well; but more often, you should be confident it is the best action at that moment.

In this deal, what do you think of the various actions and inactions?

The first round of the auction was predictable. North would have liked to make a takeout double to bring

hearts into the picture, but that would have risked partner’s advancing in diamonds and reaching a bad fit at a high level. Then, over three clubs, East should have bid three spades; in a competi-

tive auction, get to the ninetrick level with a nine-card fit.

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When East passed, South made the sensible choice of three hearts. He knew game values were possible, he had already passed, and he had some club support if North did not like hearts.

Finally, North should have bid four hearts. It was quite likely that South had the club ace, and if he did, four hearts had to have play.

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815-973-2831 3 BR house 2 story, complete remodel, $650 a month plus deposit 418 S. Hennepin call 815-440-0781 Why rent when you can own?

904 S. Ottawa, $300/mo. + option; Polo: 507 E. Buffalo, 815-259-3168 Why Rent? ™ You CAN own!

Beautiful remodeled 3BR home.

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Notice Sauk Valley Community College will be accepting bids for the purchase of a Wireless Alert System until 10:00 am, Thursday, 17, September 2015 at the College's Office of the Director of Business Services. To obtain specifications, please contact Michelle Dewey at (815) 835-6290.

Sept. 5, 2015

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Gaffey Health Service Inc. is hiring RN's and LPN's for a Pediatric case in Sterling area M-F third shift.

Part -time or fulltime is available as needed. Call 815-625-5575 to inquire or fill out an application at 3408 East 23rd Street in Sterling.

Position requires a current Illinois Nursing License for a minimum of one year and a valid drivers license.

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Avonlea Cottage of Dixon Full Time or Part Time RN or LPN, 3-11pm shift Apply in person 503 Country Side Lane in Dixon or call 815-288-6044

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NEW TODAY Hiring Those Who Care!

Work with a dedicated, professional team in a homelike environment that promotes healing and quality of life RN/LPN 7P - 7A 36 hours per week, every other weekend and holiday. We offer a competitive wage and benefit package. Please apply in person Monday through Friday 8am-4pm.

Heritage Health - Mendota 1201 First Avenue Mendota, IL 61342 EOE

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Seasonal Farm Help & Drivers wanted FT/ PT. $20/hr + OT. $30/hr if hauling Hazmat. Minimum of 5 yrs exp. driving or running large farm equipment. May be permanent position after harvest.

Fabricator/Welder $20/hr + OT. Send Resume or Apply: Brechon Farm Services, 1270 IL Rt. 26 South, Dixon, IL 61021. jerry@brechonfs.com No Calls Please

Carpenters and laborers needed, must be willing to travel & have valid drivers license.

815-441-0821 Direct Service Person Are you dependable, self directed and enjoy helping others? We are looking for motivated individuals to join our team in providing rehabilitative services and comprehensive care to 12 physically disables, mentally alert young adults. Part time positions available for 2nd shift that could lead to full time.

Must have a high school diploma or GED to apply.

Apply in person at S.T.R.I.V.E., 415 A Street, Prophetstown IL.

Executive Director Hospice of Rock River Valley, a non-profit hospice, serving a five county area, seeks an individual for the position of Executive Director.

The director is responsible for the strategic and operational dimensions of the agency consistent with the mission and values of the organization.

The individual must be an effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills and initiative.

Please e-mail or send resumes to the attention of: Randy Clark, Board President Hospice of Rock River Valley 264 Illinois Route 2 Dixon, Illinois 61021 carolyn@hospicerockriver.org

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Dixon Bar & Restaurant Now Hiring Bartenders and Wait Staff.

Day, evening, and weekend shifts available.

Great clientèle.

Flexible hours can be discussed.

Must be over 21 815-440-2392 !!!!!!!!!

Driver with a Class A CDL must have a clean DMR, nights & weekend hours are required, would be willing to train.

Contact Bobby 815-625-8585 FALL HELP NEEDED Drivers with CDL are encouraged to apply in person at: Crop Production Services 20182 IL Hwy 40 Sheffield 8am-4pm 815-445-6951 Needed: Factory worker Insurance, 401K, $10.00 an hour to start, etc.

Please apply in person at: 147 E 2nd Ave. Rochelle IL.

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NEW TODAY Farm Equipment Operator A seasonal full time position operating 4WD and tracked farm tractors and semis. Class A CDL required.

M & R Farms, 815-288-3136

Homemaker/ Caregiver Immediate Full 2nd shift Time Homemaker/ Caregiver position with the Frontier Hollow Homemaker Service in Prophetstown. Must possess a GED/ Diploma, OTJ training Must provided. possess the ability to work with others and 1:1 with customers in their own apartments located in one area, trustworthy, dependable, drama free and have common sense.

Apply in person at 415 A Street, Prophetstown IL

Now hiring for part time RN and LPN. Apply in person at Liberty Court Assisted Living, 124 Liberty Court in Dixon.

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Immediate part time Maintenance position available at multi-unit apartment community.

General electrical, plumbing and construction knowledge needed. Indoor and outdoor required. work Must be a team player, have valid driver's license/ transportation and be able to pass a background check.

Email resume to: dixonriver11@aim. com or mail/drop off to 624 Marclare St. #12, Dixon, IL.

Markman Peat Corporation is taking applications for Pallet Repairers. Benefits offered, incentive bonuses also offered.

Please apply in person at 13161 Fenton Rd. Morrison IL 61270

Opportunity for experienced Semi-Driver, fall harvest, CDL required.

Gentle Ridge Farms 4512 E. Lincolnway 815-238-8466.

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We offer competitive pay, commensurate with experience, comprehensive benefit packages, positive work environment and unique opportunities.

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P/T Drivers CDL class B & class D. Medical card for both.

815-625-0373

Parkway Center has an opening for a part time nurse. Interested persons can pick up an application between 8 - 4 Monday through Friday at 1801 Ave G in Sterling. No phone calls please.

Riverview Center is looking for a compassionate and dedicated Sexual Assault Therapist for our Mt. Carroll office to provide individual and group counseling and advocacy services for survivors of sexual assault and their significant others. In this position you will also be helping to ensure that child survivors receive needed services by meeting with some children at their schools throughout Carroll County during the school day. Candidates must have their Master’s Degree in a related field or be currently working toward their advanced degree for consideration.

Please email resume and cover letter to Anne Heim at anne@riverviewcenter.org

by September 18th, 2015.

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Part time drivers needed for local pickup and delivery.

Driver's license and clean driving record required.

CDL preferred.

Please email:

scottallison@ sewerequpment.com

or visit us at: www.sewer equipment.com to complete an application.

Full-Time 2nd Shift Positions • Assemblers • Welders • Machine Operators • Parts Cleaners • Painters 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

U.S. Mail & Freight Driver McRae’s U.S. Mail Service, a family owned business established in 1986, is rapidly growing and is now hiring part time and full time drivers to haul U.S. Mail from Rockford, IL to Mt. Morris, Savanna and Rock Falls, IL. Most routes are split shift routes that run 6 days a week.

Great pay with benefits.

REQUIREMENTS: •Class A & B CDL with Air Brakes •Must pass background check •Pass a pre-employment physical & drug test •2 years driving experience with clean driving record •Employees should live near towns mentioned above 246045001

Experience preferred in the following areas: Regulatory and billing standards in healthcare, grant writing and fundraising, and palliative/hospice care.

Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Human Resources, Healthcare or related field. Previous Hospice experience a plus.

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Please email resume with references to: kellymcrae@mcraesusmail.com Or call Kelly McRae: 262-370-9596

TRUCK & TRAILER, INC. Service Manager - Thompson Truck & Trailer Sterling, IL

Hiring for entry level assembly positions on 1 st, 2 nd, and 3 rd shifts.

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F u l l - Ti m e Fixed Schedule- Monday thru Friday Group Insurance Benefits Va c a t i o n B e n e f i t s Attendance Incentives Retirement Benefits

APPLY IN PERSON OR ON-LINE AT www.pncinc.com PNC, INC. 11 7 E . M A S O N S T R E E T POLO, IL 61064

Applications taken on-site Monday through Friday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

EOE

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Customer Service up to $12/hr • Administrative Assistant • Assembly 1st & 2nd Shifts • Packaging 1st & 2nd Shifts • Production in Chadwick• Forklift Drivers $14 • Material Handlers $14 • General Labor $12.50 • Data Entry $12.50

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

Position Summary:The Service Manager is responsible for managing service operations within the dealership to maximize return on investment by optimizing Service Department processes to ensure internal and external customer satisfaction. Grows profitable service labor sales and exercises disciplined expense control. Attracts, retains, and effectively engages department personnel.

Education & Experience Required: 3 years of experience in retail management or diesel repair.

Required Skills and Abilities: 3+ years of experience in Service Department operations (retail management or diesel repair). Ability to use standard desktop load applications such as Microsoft Office and internet functions. Ability to write and speak effectively to individuals and groups. Familiar with competitive products. Basic understanding of financial principles relative to Service Department operations. Ability to analyze and interpret internal reports.

Ability to work extended hours and weekends. Excellent customer service skills.

How to Apply: Please send your resume to careers@thompsontruck.com

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NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR: Quality Control Inspector Perform a variety of inspections in all phases of production. Must have good math skills and ability to use precision measuring tools and read blueprints.

ISO9000 experience a plus.

Office Janitor Office cleaning experience required. Knowledge of floor conditioning a plus. Full-time position, split between cleaning and assembly work.

ALLIED-LOCKE provides full employment with an excellent benefits package including medical, life and disability insurance, 401k plan, paid holidays and vacations.

ALLIED-LOCKE INDUSTRIES, INC., 1088 CORREGIDOR ROAD, DIXON, IL 61021 “An Equal Opportunity Employer” NO PHONE CALLS WILL BE ACCEPTED

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Teachers & Assistants Full Time & Part Time, Immediate Positions Rock Falls Day Care Center 729 W Rt 30, Rock Falls, IL 815-625-0106 or fax resume to: 815-625-1581 TO OUR

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

Tompkins Trucking & Excavating, Inc., in Rock Falls is looking for experienced Class A CDL Truck Drivers and Heavy Equipment Operators. Must be able to pass a drug test and federal background check.

Please send resumes and letters of interest to tompkinstrucking @thewisp.net

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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))

FARM HELP WANTED 513 Farm truck and/or Drivers tractor needed for Fall harvest, PT. Exp. req. 815-499-0463.

Little Blessings Childcare has immediate daycare openings for infant-school age. 815-285-3811 Lic# 48927502

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We bring life to products Sensient Flavors, Amboy is growing and looking for qualified individuals to join the Sweet Flavors’ team!

Sensient Flavors is a leading manufacturer of dairy ingredients and sweet goods.

Positions Now Available: • Process Engineer • Maintenance Mechanics • Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist • Supply Chain Director • Planning Supervisor • Production Supervisors Production Operators - all levels • Cooks • Lead Batch Pullers • General Labor Workers We offer competitive salary & benefits package including: • Medical • Dental • Vision • Life Insurance • 401K Savings • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) • Paid Vacation Sensient Flavors is an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualified candidates may apply online at: sensient.com/careers Come join our growing team and make a difference!

Raynor, a leading manufacturer and supplier of residential and commercial garage doors and openers has an immediate opening in our corporate office in Dixon, IL for a Strategic Buyer.

HIRING NOW 2nd SHIFT 3:30PM – 2AM

At Bonnell Industries, Inc., we look for people with a reliable work ethic who want to be part of our team. We offer an equal opportunity work environment that values the skills, ability and knowledge of each team member.

FULL TIME ASSEMBLY POSITIONS

We are home to good people who are committed to using effective processes to produce quality products. Our team members are customer driven by being focused, fast & flexible.

Currently we are recruiting for EXPERIENCED Truck Service Technicians & Mechanics.

Reads and interprets instructions. Utilizes hand and power tools to install and connect truck equipment packages. As needed, trouble-shoots, diagnoses, repairs, rebuilds and fabricates parts to complete installation of truck equipment. Skilled in dealing with non-standard applications. A minimum of three years experience required. Pay will be commensurate with a candidate’s skills, ability & experience.

Qualified applicants will have: • High school diploma/GED • Good work history/work ethic • Excellent attendance • Above average dexterity • Previous Assembly Experience a plus

Bonnell Industries,Inc.is proud to be an equal opportunity employer If interested,please deliver or send your completed application and EEO form to Bonnell Industries 1385 Franklin Grove Rd.,Dixon IL,61021(each available at www.bonnell.com).

Wahl Clipper Corporation To Apply: https://jobs.wahlclipper.com Computers also available in the HR lobby 7am – 4pm M- F. No need to re-apply if you have an application already on file. EOE/D/V/M/F

1ST SHIFT WARRANTY AND PRODUCT ANALYSIS TECHNICIAN

POSITION OPENINGS Pre-K Teacher: Sterling. 40hrs./week, school-year; Minimum of a BA in Early Childhood Education or closely related field.

Pre-K Teacher Assistant: Dixon/Sterling/Savanna. 30hrs/wk., school-year; Minimum of AAS in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related degree with a minimum of 18 credit hours in ECE. Pre-K Teacher Assistant: Rochelle. 35hrs./week, school-year; Minimum of AAS in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related degree with a minimum of 18 credit hours in ECE. Pre-K Teacher: Rochelle: 40hrs./week; part-year; Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in early childhood, child development or related field.

Bi-lingual preferred.

Bus Monitor: Sterling. 20hrs./week; school year; Minimum of high school diploma or GED and excellent driving record. Must have held a valid drivers license for a minimum of three (3) consecutive years prior to hire.

For information and application contact Tri-County Opportunities Council at (815) 625-7830 or visit our website at: www.tcochelps.org

Work for a Growing World-Class automotive supplier! BorgWarner is currently accepting resumes for the following Hourly position. If you are self-motivated and are committed to continuous learning, professional growth and success, please read on…

Our Warranty and Product Analysis Technicians plan, conduct and assess activities associated with customer return receipt, analysis and disposition.They provide technical and hands-on support to manufacturing operations to help resolve product quality and manufacturability issues.

They create and present internal and customer reports. Successful candidates will possess strong knowledge and experience in the following: blueprint and schematics, measuring equipment and instrumentation, mechanical skills and Microsoft Office. An Associate’s in Automotive, Electronics, Multi-craft or Engineering Technology or equivalent from a two year college or technical school, ASE Certification preferred. Strong communication, problem-solving, organizational and team-work abilities are also required.

Our work environment values learning, team work, innovation and continuous improvement. Professional development is supported through a generous educational assistance policy. We offer a very competitive compensation and benefits package, including a savings and investment plan with company match. BorgWarner is an Equal Opportunity employer.

For immediate consideration please submit your resume to….

BorgWarner Emissions Systems Attention: Human Resources awolcott@borgwarner.com 1350 Franklin Grove Road, Dixon, IL 61021 Fax: (815) 288-7613 EEOC

Tri-County Opportunities Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider. Applications from women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people from diverse cultural backgrounds are encouraged.

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Current Positions www.cghmc.com

RN – CCU 24 hrs/wk Days; 7am-7:30pm; w/every 3rd weekend 24 hrs/wk Nights; 7pm-7:30am; w/every 3rd weekend RN – Emergency Dept 36 hrs/wk Nights; 7pm – 7:30am w/varying weekends RN – Medical Floor 36 hrs/wk Nights; 7pm – 7:30am w/every 3rd weekend RN – Ambulatory Surgery Unit 20 hrs/wk Days LPN Cardiology-Clinic – 40 hrs/wk Days Neurology -40 hrs/wk Days Clinic Float - 36 hrs/wk Days Ultrasound Tech PRN; Various shifts; ARRT(N) or ARDMS and IEMA license required DID Tech PRN; Various shifts ARRT(N) or ARDMS and IEMA license required

CT Tech PRN; Various shifts ARRT and IEMA license required Pharmacist 40 hrs/wk; Salaried, Rotating schedule to cover 7:00am – 8:30pm hours of operation Outpatient Dietician – Diabetes Center 40 hrs/wk Days, Salaried Medical Assistant Lynn Blvd , Kim Tucker, NP- 32 hrs/wk Days Polo Clinic- 24 hrs/wk Days Oncology Clinic – 37 hrs/wk Days National MA certification required HUC/CNA – Emergency Dept 12 hrs/wk; (PRN) 11am- 11:30pm w/every 3rd weekend 12 hrs/wk; 7pm – 7:30am w/every 3rd weekend Café Worker - Dietary 24 hrs/wk, Rotating days and evenings RN-Oral Surgery 24 hrs/wk – 6:30am – 3pm

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The Strategic Buyer is responsible for the overall selection, development and management of suppliers who rformance in quality ty, consistently achieve best in class perf ry and price. The successful candidate must have delivery strong analyt ytical,problem solving,negotiation and decision making skills. The candidate must be able to show a fforts and produce demonstrated ability to lead change eff superior results. Must be a strong team player and have the ty to think strategically and execute tactically. A ability Bachelor’s degree in business or other related field is required with 3-5 years experience preferred. ffers a competitive compensation package and Raynor off benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and 401(k).

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STERLING 2BR Townhome $600/mo. Hampton Apts. 625-7043 2BR., 1BA garage NO PETS. $550 mo. + dep. 815440-7985.

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GREAT RATES 815-973-3613

SELF-STORAGE 815-618-2717 South side of Dixon Rte. 26 Great Rates Inside 10x20 $45 Outside $20 Larger or smaller available

STORAGE UNITS Multiple Sizes Starting at $35 No appt. needed Located inside MOORE TIRES 2411 E. Rt 30 Rock Falls (815)625-3764

815-677-8682 Nate Nicklaus

Owner/Operator

TV Repair

TELEVISION IN HOME REPAIR 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE! Work on all Brands & Models Old or New Serving the Sauk Valley and More Call Ron for a free quote at 815-561-0011 Dixon, IL

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

“Area's #1 Roofing Contractor IL Lic# 104-015191 Licensed, Bonded & Insured •Roofing •Siding •Windows •Decks •Additions •Garages & More Residential & Commercial Call now to schedule your FREE Estimate!

Will beat any leading competitor price 815-590-2677

J.C. Worcester Vinyl Replacement Windows

4-5 BR Farmhouse on 2 acres, out bldgs. & 2½ car garage, $850/ mo. Plus dep. Diane 815-440-4817 Why Rent? ™ You CAN own.

Very nice 3BR home $598/mo.

815-878-6356

COMMERCIAL RENTAL

311

Office/Retail, 1100 sq.ft., 221 S. Peoria Ave., Dixon. $550 mo., $550/dep. Water & garbage furnished.

Call 815-284-7609.

Secured 3 acre w/ high bays and office, 3818 River Rd., Sterling.

815-626-8790

•Made to Order Windows •Custom Aluminum Trim work •Complete Installations •Limited Lifetime Warranty

MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT

✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰ End of Summer Special Buy 5 double hung replacement windows (installed) get the 6th Free (including installation)

*Restrictions apply* ✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰ 815-441-6631 Licensed, Bonded Insured Sterling IL.

315

WANT TO RENT 335 Room for rent $350/$400 month.

Shared bath. W/D. Dixon Lost Lake.

Female preferred.

Call 815-440-8424

LOANS

402

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AREA GARAGE SALES 624

MORRISON GARAGE SALES 624

COMO GARAGE SALES 624

FRI., 10am-6pm & SAT., 10am-5pm 13350 Lincoln Rd.,Morrison IN-HOME ESTATE TAG SALE (Easy to get to, outskirts of Morrison, follow signs, heavy/fast traffic so please be careful, some parking up in yard, don't block/park in drive

Fri. 8-6 Sat. 8-12 25100 Indian Ridge Road (parsonage behind Como Baptist Church) Labor Day Multi-Family Sale items for all seasons, games, decorations, books, & much, much more!

Proceeds for Missions Trip.

DIXON GARAGE SALES 624 Fri. & Sat. 8-5 Sunday 8-12 1018 Academy St. Collectible pocket knives and others, arts and craft items, kits, patterns & material, children-adult clothing & lots of misc items.

Fri. & Sat. 8-6 947 N. Brinton Dressers, queen bed, office desks, tables & chairs, baby grand piano, tools, love seat & chair. Many misc. items!

EVEN THE KITCHEN SINK!!

Saturday 8- 1 687 Partridge Place (Fox Run Subdivision) Estate Sale Many prices reduced! table & chairs, book shelf, tables, plush chair, decorative chairs, camping items, antique benches, dishes, pictures, pots & pans, small kitchen appliances, christmas décor, toys, Brunswick pool table, bike & much more!

Saturday only! 8-4 1023 Nachusa Ave Electric stove, refrigerator, lots of odds and ends & banquet tables, kids kitchen & much more!

THURS. FRI. SAT. 8 AM - 5 PM 107 Keul Rd. (Next to Wal-Mart) Large Charity Sale Everything Must Go

furniture, clothes, glassware, lawn & shop tools, plastic garbage cans & totes, aluminum windows, Commercial lights & more. 100's of new items.

MORRISON GARAGE SALES 624 Saturday 9/12 7-3, 2003 Terrace Lane-Morrison (N. side of home) Huge collection of moving sale items-household, furniture, garage, clothes, sewing material, collect. , decorative and lots, lots more.

Fill a bag for $2.00

Call Classified To sell those extra items!

SAUK VALLEY SAUK VALLEY LASSIFIEDS dailyGAZETTE TELEGRAPH

Every room on main floor /garage will be full! includes: beautiful Victorian bedroom set & other furniture, living room furniture sofa, recliners, book cases, desk, huge TV cabinet, dressers, vintage quality floor speakers, linens, another huge kitchen loaded!

Lots of guardian cookware, nice sewing machine, 2 patio sets, miniature collections, tables full of smalls & collections, lots of canning jars & books, very nice electric twin bed, wood working machines & tools, lots lawn and garden, records, CD's, lots of jewelry, miniatures, too much to list it all!.....

Please see estatesales.net for updated photos & info.

Sale assisted by Sauk Valley Estate Sales & Services 815-590-7021

OHIO GARAGE SALES 624 Fri. & Sat., 8-6 108 E. Long St. Quilting table, items household and adult plus size clothing.

POLO GARAGE SALES 624 Fri. & Sat. 8am to 6pm 711 N. Division HUGE TENT SALE! Cleaned out house, basement & garage- 3 generations of stuff!

Antiques, collectibles, new 31 Bags, Honey Crisp apples grown here. ladies Clothes: plus size, mens & kids.

Small flat screen TV, pressure cooker/cannew hand ner, made jewelry, new NuWave oven, furniture, holiday decFREE oration.

GIFTS to first 50 customers!!

ROCK FALLS GARAGE SALES 624

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Fall Garage Sales Sept. 25-27 Rock Falls & Sterling $10 ($5 fee for late registration) Register by 9/14 Maps Available 9/24 @ Shell Stations & Schreiners RF Chamber 815-625-4500

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ROCK FALLS GARAGE SALES 624

STERLING GARAGE SALES 624

Sat. & Sun., 9-4 1004 W. 21st St. Furniture, decorative items, scrubs.

Everything must go!

Saturday, 7-2 2207 11th Ave. HUGE GARAGE SALE Lots of clothes for all ages, Winter apparel. LOTS OF TOYS & MISC! Fitbit, kitchenware home décor, crib

Saturday Only 8-3 801 Ave A. 4 Family Sale Name brand, Justice, AE, GAP & more, boys NB-2T, Girls sz. 3T-Jrs. ML, womens plus sz. scrubs, Mens clothes, kids toys, coffee table, home goods name brand purses & more.

Saturday only, 8am-2pm 1306 5th Ave. Name brand womens and mens clothing and jackets, 31 Bags, Boyds, Longaberger, home décor, household items, lots of misc. and baked goods.

Thurs. & Fri. 9-4 Saturday 9-1 4006 W Rt. 30.

2008 36ft. Travel trailer, gas air compressor, garden disc, table saw, wood plainer, power & hand tools, fishing equi., beer signs, 30 old crocks and jugs, copper boiler, pots and pans & much more misc items.

STERLING GARAGE SALES 624 Fri. & Sat. 8-?

1002 7th Ave. Little bit of everything!

Make offers!

Sat. 10-5 and Sun., 11-4 20213 Hickory Hills Rd., (Rt. 40) 5 mi. North of Candlelight Inn Vitamix, antique doors, down comforter, Yoga/Pilates mat, dance items, lots of jewelry, Pottery Barn teen jewelry stands, Sports items, name brand SHS clothing, memorabilia, vintage estate items, books, Holiday items, PS3 games, usual misc.

Saturday 8-2 601 W 13th St. Multi Family Sale Women's clothing 6-18, collectibles. jewelry, Shoes, books,CD's/ DVD's purses, baskets, furn., microwave, dorm refrigerator, & lots of nice misc.

Saturday 8-2 Corner of W. 21 & Ave. F Doll house, Precious Moments, men, womens & children's clean clothing & lots of extras.

Saturday only 8-3 1509 E. 3rd St. Big Sale! housewares, tools, some clothes, & lots of misc.

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

815-445-6151.

APPLIANCES

710

CLOVER HILLS LEASE TO OWN APPLIANCES TV’S MATTRESSES

815.625.8529 Hot point black 30” electric stove self cleaning. Exc cond. $50 815625-9330 Sharp carousel black microwave.

Works good. $10 815-625-9330 Whirlpool almond side by side refrigerator. Ice & water in door.

Exc. cond. $100.

815-625-9330

CLOTHING

730

Wedding Dress, new, never worn, size 16, long lace sleeves, 5 ft. train, crystal & pearl beading, $750 815677-8825

FOOD PRODUCE

750

Canning Tomatoes you pick. $22 bushel. Call 815441-0518 or 815716-3004 Fairhaven Fruit Farm- Fresh Picked Apples & More!

Apple Cider, Local Honey & Dipping Caramel New Hours: Thurs.-Sat. 9am5pm, Sun. 12-5 Closed Mon-Wed 815-499-1856

FURNITURE

755

Futon w/ nice cover $150 obo 815284-1664 Mattress sets: Twin $99, Full $129, Queen $159, King $199. Will deliver! Kern Mattress Outlet, call 309452-7477.

Weather Proof Wicker Patio Furniture, like new, 5 chairs & glass top table, $300 815284-4514

HEALTH & FITNESS

761

Vision Fitness R2600HRT Commercial recumbent fitness bike. Heart rate sensor. Call Mike 815-3412159

MEDICAL SUPPLIES

762

La-Z-Boy Lift Chair w/ heat & massage, only used 3x, $995 815-499-2336

PETS & PET SUPPLIES 775 AKC Rottweiler puppies. 11wks old. $450ea.

815-716-6812 Basset hound puppies $400 males and females.

All colors, ready now. No papers.

815-590-6046 Milledgeville area Free kittens to good homes only, litter trained. Call 815-440-3035 after 4pm.

Golden Retriever pups. Ready Sept 17. Parents on site. shots & 1st wormed. Call to reserve 1-815-9045876.

Male kitten, 4mos. old, Tiger striped.

Free to good home only. 815-501-3468 To good home only, tame talking 3mo. old Green Quaker Parrot w/ cage & food. $350 serious inquiries only. 815-590-1976 WANTED: To Adopt an adult male Springer Spaniel 815-847-8904 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!

LAWN MOWERS

779

2003 Garden Tractor, Craftsman 50” deck w/ hydro, exc. cond., garage kept, $750/obo 815-590-1677

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.

ELECTRONICS

790

Nikon D5000 DSLR, exc. cond. $400 obo. 815375-2895.

WANT TO BUY 795 I Pay Cash 4 Gold, Silver, Coins & Antiques 24/7 815-564-9061 Wanted Records 33's, 45's & 78's Rock, Blues & Jazz 815-847-0382

MISCELLANEOUS 796 FOR SALE 50 Cookbooks, many hardcover, some new. Collector is downsizing. $50. 815-772-3224 Antique sewing machine (Wheeler & Wilson), parts incl. $150 obo. 815994-0178.

Browning compound bow aluminum arrows, soft case. Many extras. $90. 815-441-0467 Cabelas insulated chest high waders,

zipper front. Sz. 12 Like new! $85.

815-441-0467 Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens Dixon.

2 lots, nice location $1200. Call 815379-2434.

Couch, mauve, ornate claw & ball feet, good cond. w/ matching chair $175; Cabinet, white painted pine, corner, 80”T $125 815-622-5078 Directors chair made of wood and canvas. $15 815-535-3759 Futon Frame, mission style, natural finish, $100. 815625-4165.

IL hooded sweatshirt OBV Varsity Small. $7. 815625-3117 Large Swing set, 5 swing units. Good condition. $85 815-456-2175

Lexmark-Color 4 keyPrinter, boards & flt. screen monitor. $25.

815-732-1492 Reloading equip. & supplies. Press, dies, powder, scale, tools, etc.

For complete list please call 815590-2947 7a-7p.

Rock MemorabiliaBilly Joel. Value $95. Sell $25.

815-732-1492 Sears Car Top Good Carrier.

Cond. $40 815456-2175 Triple 3” tan vinyl siding. Approx.

650 sq. ft. $200.

815-440-6301 after 5pm Twin, full, queen, king beds. Washer, dryer, table & recliners, chairs, Futon, poker table, refrig., A/C, sofa, dresser, freezer.

815-718-4385.

VCR Tapes (25) $25 for all.

815-732-1492

MISCELLANEOUS 796 FOR SALE 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 Winter jacket, womens sz. Med. New cond. $30.

815-625-6498.

Wooden Lamp Lighter lawn ornament $15 815-2847569

HAY & STRAW

825

100% grass hay wanted. Small bales. Call 815-440-3389 Alfalfa Grass round bales for sale, $40 each 815-441-5200

FARM SERVICES

865

Farm truck and/or tractor Drivers needed for Fall harvest, PT. Exp. req. 815-499-0463.

CLASSIC CARS

904

1963 Ford Galaxy Convertible, low mileage, good cond., $13,500 815-441-8343

AUTOMOBILES

905

Bob Endress Auto S&S

13571 Lincoln Rd. (Rte 30 West) Morrison, Illinois

815-772-3215

USED AUTOS 2015 Chevrolet Silverado Crew Cab, 4x4

2014 Ford Mustang Convertible

2008 Bui 2008 Buick B ick DL LS Lucerne ucO ernneLCX CXL C 2008 Buick Enclave 2006 Pontiac Torrent

Sharp, 1-Owner

2006 Buick Lucerne CXL, Low Miles

2002 Buick Park Avenue 1998 Mercury Mountaineer 4x4

905

1992 Pontiac Sunbird Convertible

NEW REAL DEAL

1991 Jaguar

AUTOMOBILES

FOR ITEMS OVER $300

A 5 Line REAL DEAL

ad runs for 30 days in Sauk Valley Classifieds, 4 Ogle County Papers, The Review and saukvalley.com all for only $38!

Special must be mentioned at time of ad placement.

Offer expires 12/31/15

No Commercial Advertising, Pets, Garage Sales, Wood/ Fuel, Tickets/ Travel or Real Estate

'04 Mercury Grand Marque - good condition. Silver birch - exterior, grey leather heated seats, heated mirrors & rear window. (1 owner) 84,000 miles.

Asking $5,000 call Ron Cooper 815-284-7100 1978 Midget/MGProject car. $6,000. Call 815-284-2482 1987 Chevrolet Classic Brougham 58k mi. Dark blue. $3,200.Good Cond.

630-220-2915 1994 Cadillac DeVille, body excellent. 147,423mi. $2100/ obo. 815441-7051.

2004 Murcury Grand Marquis LS Gray, 62k. mi. $5,500. Great cond.

630-220-2915

Like New, 68,000 Miles

http://endress autosales. webs.com/ Business Hours: Monday 8 to 8, Tues.-Fri. 8 to 5, Saturday 8 to 3

*Plus tax, title, license & doc fee.

★2006 Chrysler★ 300C, 4 door, 39K mi., like new, $12,000 858-212-1952 2010 SS Camaro Transformers edition.

24K mi. $26,000. Call 815441-6483 2012 Chevy Impala LT, asking $11,500 Excellent condition Like new.

Must Sell!

Call 815-857-2830 Leave Message. creditautosales dixon.com Always over 100+ vehicles to choose from.

HAVING TROUBLE wording your ad? Call our classified department today. We'll be glad to help you. 626or 284SOLD SOLD.

S.U.V.S

909

2003 Trailblazer LS, 4WD, 4 door, 6 cyl., 150K mi., $4200/obo 815626-2399

TRUCKS

910

1985 Ford 4x4 w/ snow plow. Needs brakes & tune-up. $1,500. Dixon area 704-650-9290 2003 Chevy Silverado 1500 HD 4 door, loaded, liner & tuxedo 121,840 miles $11,000 obo 815-762-1716

VANS

708 First Avenue, ROCK FALLS 815-622-6655

YOUR 1ST AND 2ND CHANCE DEALER!

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1397 N. Galena Avenue, DIXON 815-288-5626

911

2007 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT 130,620k- Clean, well maintained, air cond., front/rear, electric side doors, lift gate, remote start, hitch, two new tires. $5,700 negotiable 815-284-7823

4X4S

912

2003 Chevy Silverado 2500HD Crew Cab 4x4.

Runs well. GM rebuilt diesel engine, camper shell with roof rack, $10,900.

Call 815-535-3884 2011 Chevy Silverado half ton Ext cab, 18k actual miles.

Lots of chrome, brand new cond. $30,000 815-225-7904 or 815-590-5852

PARTS & ACC.

925

2001 Saturn S Series, 4cyl., to sell for parts. Call 815499-1432 for info.

Bullitt Chrome Wheels 17'x9' fits Mustang & other Ford cars. Like New $500. Call 815-284-6192 Ford Rims 22”x9”, split spoke polished aluminum w/ black pearl metallic, includes sport center cap, valve stems, 5-lug bolt pattern 4.5”, great condition, 4 for $1600/obo 815-626-2549 Sealed trailer lights fits hole size 3.5 x 2.4, new in package $4 each 815284-7569

Hours Mon - Fri 10-6 • Sat 9-3

BUY OF THE WEEK

00 CHEVY MALIBU $1,495*

$195.00 Down

97 Pontiac Transport 00 Chevy Malibu 01 Mazda Protege -SOLD! 01 Dodge Grand Caravan -SOLD! 01 Chrysler Town & Country 03 Nissan Sentra 00 98 Ford Ranger 98 Ford F150 X-Cab 99 Jeep Grand Cherokee 01 Chevy Tracker 03 Saturn Vue 03 Dodge Grand Caravan 04 Honda Odyssey 04 Oldsmobile Alero 05 Mercury Sable 05 Dodge Grand Caravan 06 Dodge Stratus 08 Chrysler Sebring 00

$395. Down

$595. Down

00 Dodge Durango 02 Jeep Grand Cherokee 04 Chevy Malibu 04 Lincoln Town Car -SOLD! 05 Ford Explorer - 2 To Choose From!

05 Ford Escape 05 Chevy 1/2 Ton XCab 05 Chrysler Sebring 06 Pontiac Grand Prix 07 Hyundai Sonata 07 Chevy Uplander 07 Nissan Quest 07 Chevy Malibu

*Plus tax, title, license & doc fee.

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Trunk Lid from '99 Lincoln Continental $100 815-2847569

MOTORCYCLES

2007 Coachman 38' camper, elect.

2010 Ingersol Rand Golf cart 48 volt. New batteries, charger & tires.

On seasonal lot 203 Timberlake Resort. Enjoy rest of the year on us! $14,000. Call 815499-1606

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2005 Kawasaki Nomad Vulcan 1600, $$$$ Thousands of high dollar add on access. all prof. maintained, absolute exc. cond. $8,000 / obo 815-631-5810

2007 J Feather EXP 23B, Ultralight ½ ton towable. inHitch/levelers cluded sleep 8, LR slide, awning AC/ Heat, full kitchen/ bath $10,000. Call 815-213-2732

2008 Harley 1200 Davidson Sportster Custom, low miles, $5,000 815-499-9409 2008 Harley Davidson, mint cond., special edition Screaming Eagle dyna., 7,900 mi., pd. $27,000, asking $12,900 / obo.

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940

14 Ft. Richland fishing boat with 5 1/2 HP Johnson Motor. Oars, life jackets, other accessories. $550.

Contact Mike 815341-2159.

those unwanted items with the help of a Sauk Valley Classified Ad

16 ft. 1984 Champion Bass Boat, 150hp, runs good, red metallic,$3,500 /obo 815-716-6347 16' Conroy ski boat, 80HP Merc, tilt, trim, walk thru windshield. Will sell for $1500 or trade for ATV. Call 815441-7636.

Eliminator 21' IO One Bowrider. owner. Must see to believe. Has everything. Tandem trailer. $18,800. 815288-6412.

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2014 Harley Street Davidson Glide, 2,312 mi., warranty left on it, $17,500 815-4410841

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2007 Sprinter Pull Camper, 12' slide, sleeps 6, very nice cond., 25' long. $7500 815-4413138

★2008 Honda★ ★Goldwing★ pearl white, heated seats & grips, 28,800 mi. w/ 2009 cargo trailer & towpack wheels to make into a trike reduced $17,500 815-535-3503

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -You should put work woes and other concerns out of sight and mind. Travel and social events and mingling with interesting people will stimulate and revitalize you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Investing in reputable and established ventures will pay off. However, being extravagant when trying to impress someone will be your downfall. Money will come your way from an unexpected source.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Do something special for someone you love.

If you are single, get out and make new friends by joining groups that interest you. Today should be geared toward love and romance.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- It’s important to take better care of your health and wealth.

Proper diet, adequate rest and

exercise, and a sound fiscal plan will keep you at the top of your game.

to be something you’re not. Be true to yourself and make choices based on your needs and wants.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Spend time doing something out of the ordinary.

Attend a cultural, musical or sporting event. Include younger family members; sharing in their enthusiasm will inspire you to enjoy life.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Express your thoughts.

Keeping your feelings bottled up will cause undue tension and stress. If you share your concerns and beliefs, you’ll avoid being taken advantage of.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- You will be sensitive today.

Lessen the risk of being hurt by spending quiet time on your own, enjoying a book or your favorite music and reflecting quietly.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Use your attributes wisely. You can make a valuable contribution by assisting those who are having trouble coping with life. Your sensitivity, thoughtfulness and patience will come in handy and be appreciated.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Some healthy competition with friends or neighbors will bring a spark to your life. Get out and enjoy some fresh air. Focus on doing and being your best.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You will find some interesting information about your past heritage through research or conversations with relatives.

You will come across an enticing moneymaking opportunity.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -You won’t be doing yourself or anyone else a favor by pretending

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2002 Carriage Cameo travel trailer, $15,000/obo. or 815-438-2625 815-213-1001.

Terry of Rock Falls sold his 2002 Pontiac Grand Am for $4200 using

2003 Montana 5th wheel with 3 glide outs. Nice & clean. $19,000. Pull vehicle available. Call 815-590-0231.

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Utility Tilt Trailer, ball hitch, 4x8, have title, $500 815-625-3963

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dmittedly, the Dodge Durango was a head turner for me since it hit the streets as a 1998 model. The wife and kids soon got used to my familiar, “Durango alert” whenever I caught one at an intersection or in the rear-view mirror.

The folks at Chrysler blew the redesign (2003) when they bulked it up, put a Mack truck face on it and turned it into a genuine full-size SUV. But, when full-size SUV sales tapered off, the third-gen Durango returned to a sleeker design that brought back memories of the classic.

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Durango remains an odd one to families who are hauling kids, classify: It is smaller and better sports equipment and luggage.

Braking is firm and responsive, handling that the big guys like the and highway rides are comfortable Ford Expedition and Chevy Tahoe, But leave the heavy lifting to the especially in the Citadel with its yet bigger and more of a brute than 5.7-liter V-8, which corrals 390 less-sporty suspension. the front-wheel-drive midsizers like horses and a whopping 390 pound- Inside, materials are top-flight the Toyota Highlander and Ford feet of torque. This is for towing and have a quality feel. There’s an Explorer. houses, or at least the heavy trailers all-new instrument panel, and the up to 7,400 pounds and is far more larger touchscreen display is bright Riding on the a stretched unit- than most rivals. and attractive plus it’s one of the

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Taking chow on the road

daveRAMSEY Financial straight talk.

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Selling a home? Make a good first impression Dear Dave, My wife and I moved to Washington, District of Columbia, about a year ago, and we’d like to put our old place in North Carolina that we’ve been renting on the market. We’ll be asking around $140,000 for it, so do you think we should consider professionally staging the home?

– Ben

Photos by Michael Krabbenhoeft/mkrabbenhoeft@saukvalley.com

Scott Herren (left) and Chas Welch, co-owners of Custom Catering and BBQ, stand in front of their food trailer Wednesday afternoon in Lanark.

Business offers meals on wheels, catering for events big and small

BY JERMAINE PIGEE jpigee@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5525 @JPigee84

LANARK – Custom Catering and BBQ is not your typical sit-down restaurant.

In fact, co-owners Scott Herren and Chas Welch can drive off with the kitchen any time they want.

But just because the kitchen is on wheels doesn’t mean it doesn’t offer a wide array of mouth-watering barbecue dishes, such as a pulled pork loaded baked potato, and pulled pork nachos.

Custom Catering and BBQ has been serving up lunch since last summer.

“People are always on the lookout for where we will be vending lunches in order to get our food,” said Herren, 45.

Some of the signature items are slow-smoked Angus beef brisket, homemade salt-andpepper sausages, smoked

prime rib sandwiches and Italian pulled chicken.

The Gouda smoked macaroni and cheese with homemade bacon has become popular lately, too, Herren said.

The kitchen-on-wheels doesn’t set up on the weekends, although it does do area car shows and festivals.

It’s also a seasonal eatery: Herren will stay open at least through Halloween.

“We can also go a couple weeks into November,” he said. “It depends on the weather.”

He’ll reopen in late March or early April. In the meantime, his catering service is available regionwide.

“We have a commercial kitchen we cater out of once we put the trailer in [for the season],” Herren said. “That way, we are available yearround. We can cater events from 10 people to 1,000.”

Custom Catering and BBQ sits in downtown Lanark Wednesday afternoon, serving up barbecue and other menu items.

Where to find it

Custom Catering and BBQ’s food truck is open from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mondays at the Carroll County Farm Bureau building, 811 Clay St. in Mount Carroll, and from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesdays in downtown Lanark.

Find it on Facebook, go to customcateringandbbq.com or call 815-821-4701for more information.

Dear Ben, It would make a lot of sense if you were talking about a million-dollar house, but with a less expensive home like that I’d just make sure it’s really clean and neat and nice – especially the front area with the sidewalk and bushes. We’re talking curb appeal here. Make sure the front door, trim and porch area are all cleaned or painted, too. All this is like a first impression on a job interview.

There shouldn’t be any bad smells in the house, and everything inside should be crisp and clean as well. You can stage it yourself with a few pieces of nice furniture and such, if you have it available. And try this old realtor’s trick to make things a bit more homey: Put a few drops of vanilla extract on an eye of the stove while it’s heated. It will make the whole house smell like you’ve been baking cookies.

But no, I wouldn’t pay to stage a $140,000 house.

–Dave

Going to extremes is unhealthy

Dear Dave, I’ve heard you talk about extreme spenders and extreme savers. Exactly what do these terms mean?

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PHILADELPHIA – The conference calls begin at 9 a.m. sharp each Monday on the 22nd floor of the Comcast Center.

There was Charlie Herrin, the head of customer experience in jeans and a blazer, at the table leading the call of about 30 executives and managers, seeking to

ease customers’ frustrations.

This was the new base for a reimagined Comcast, one in which its millions of subscribers are happy and the company anticipates problems before they go viral.

First up on a recent Monday was a discussion of Comcast bills. The company’s cable sys-

tem in Portland, Oregon, had mailed out new streamlined ones as a beta test. Local officials in Portland seemed encouraged by the reception: There hadn’t been a surge of calls to complain.

But there was another issue.

Comcast was sending off-cycle bills to customers who had changed homes or apartments

within company franchise areas, Julie Rohmer, executive director of customer experience on strategy, told the room.

“Some people were getting second bills even before the first bills were due,” she said.

The conversation moved on to a stream of complaints about weak Wi-Fi signals in

homes. Comcast could place the self-install directions for the proper placement of Wi-Fi routers on the shrink-wrap of the self-install kits so subscribers couldn’t miss them, said Piers Lingle, a vice president on the customer experience team.

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CGH Medical Center Introduces Cassie Wiersema, APN, FNP-BC We are pleased to announce that Cassie Wiersema, APN, FNP-BC has joined Dr. Eric Kuhns and Kayla Bland, PA-C, MS in Family Medicine at CGH Medical Center’s Main Clinic. Cassie has been a registered nurse on the surgical floor at CGH Medical Center since 2010.

Cassie received her MSN from Northern Illinois University School of Nursing in DeKalb and her BSN from St. Ambrose University in Davenport, Iowa. She is a Certified Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

Cassie is currently accepting new patients at her office at CGH Main Clinic, 101 E. Miller Road in Sterling.

To make an appointment, please call 815-625-4790.

Cassie Wiersema, APN, FNP-BC

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RENAISSANCE PROGRAM RECEIVES DONATION The Renaissance Program at Bureau Valley High School in Manlius had a Drive 4 UR School fundraiser recently.

Money raised was matched by the New Bedford Royal Neighbors of America Matching Funds Project. With the $1,000 RNA check are (front row, from left) Jenna Hanson, Kaitlyn Ptasnik, and Olivia Kerber, students; Patsy Swanson, RNA president; Tori Boyle of the Renaissance Program; Tiana Kennedy, Nataleigh Nugent, and Lexie Jacobs, students; (second row) Chase Gripp, Kaylee Towne, Tom Brummel, Jack Ritter, Chelsea Higgins, Terry Nivins, and Stephanie Christian; and (back row) Helen Hardesty, Shirley Lootens, Mary Hartz, Ruth DeBolt, Lois Swanson, Joanne Nelson, Polly Lickhart, and Mary Etheridge, RNA members. Photo submitted by Etheridge.

POLO GRADUATE’S DESIGN WINS

Holly Scholl, a 2012 graduate of Polo Community High School, submitted the winning T-shirt design for artists, window painters, volunteers, and sponsors of the 21st annual Paint the Town Morrison. Scholl is a senior at Augustana College in Rock Island, majoring in advertising and web coding. The T-shirts are part of the supplies included in the registration cost. Advance registration is $13. Forms are available at city hall, 200 W. Main St., or visit paintthetownmorrison.com to register online. Registration is $15 the day of the event. Photo submitted by Dana McCoy.

Audubon trips planned F R E E P O RT – T h e Northwest Illinois Audubon Society will have a field trip Sept. 12 to Sand Bluff Bird Observatory and Colored Sands Forest Preserve, 10602 Haas Road, Durand.

Those planning to attend should meet at 7:15 a.m. at Staples, 1724 S. West Ave., to arrange a carpool that will depart at 7:30. At the volunteerrun bird banding observatory, the group will see birds banded, will be taught why this is done, and will join a mist net run to see how the birds are caught.

After the group tour, they will take a short hike to explore the Sand Prairie and see the Sand Bluff.

Participants are welcome to bring a cam-

era, sack lunch, snacks, water, and insect repellent. Donations will be accepted at the observatory. The carpool is expected to return about 1 p.m. to Freeport.

In case of excessive heat or heavy rain or if planning to attend, call Juliet at 201-233-0946.

The society also will have a field trip Sept. 15 to Horseshoe Mound Preserve,1679 N. Blackjack Road, Galena. A 90-minute tour during the lunch hour will be led by Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation staff members and an insect collections specialist from the Chicago Field Museum.

A carpool will leave at 11:45 a.m. from Staples in Freeport, or participants can meet before 1

p.m. at the preserve. The foundation will accept donations. Expected return time to Freeport is 3:45 p.m. Call Chris Kruger at 815-238-9259 by Sept. 10.

An autumnal equinox campfire will be Sept.

23 at Silver Creek Biodiversity Preserve, 5380 N. Leaf River Road, near Leaf River. The preserve is about 2 miles south of the village.

A carpool will leave at 5:45 p.m. from Staples. A trail stroll will be at 6:30, with the campfire at 7:30.

S’mores and water will be provided. Participants should bring a lawn chair and flashlight. If weather is questionable, call Mary at 815-938-3204.

The rain date is Sept. 25.

Visit nwilaudubon.org for more information.

MAKING DIXON SAFER

IN BRIEF Public welcome to see program site DIXON – Buddy Bags of Dixon will have an open house from 2 to 4 p.m.

Sept. 13 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 421 S. Peoria Ave. The public, contributors, and volunteers are welcome.

The nonprofit program gives food for students, whose guardians need help providing meals on weekends.

trucks, heavy equipment carnival-style games with prizes, food for purchase, a bake sale, and chair massages.

Proceeds will benefit Cub Scout Pack 85.

a drug test kit from Medtox Corp. More than $100,000 of treatment will be offered by amaninrecovery.org at no charge for selected families with no insurance.

Advance registration is requested; call 815-2843371.

Drug prevention seminar scheduled Area organizations DIXON – Prevention, network this week Recovery, and Information

on Substance Abuse and Mental Health of Lee County will have a program Sept.

23 on ways for parents to Fundraiser will and prevent drug benefit local troop recognize abuse.

Dare2Know will be at the DIXON – A touch-a-truck Dixon Elks Lodge, 1279 carnival day will be from Franklin Grove Road. Doors 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 19 will open at 5 p.m. for parin the parking lot of Bethel ticipants to visit resource Evangelical Congregational Church, 121 North Court St. vendors. The program will be from 6 to 8.

Admission is $1 per perSoftware will be given son (maximum $5). Tickets away to monitor children’s for games are 25 cents cell phones and computers. each.

Every parent also will receive The event will feature

DIXON – The Lee County Networking Group will meet from noon to 1 p.m.

Wednesday at That Place on Palmyra, 628 Palmyra Road.

The program will be by United Way of Lee County.

Those attending pay for their own lunch.

Anyone who works or volunteers for an organization that provides a social service is welcome to attend.

For information, contact Jennifer Lang, president, at langjennifer@comcast.net or 815-288-9236.

NEW ADDITION AT ST. ANDREW

Students at St. Andrew School in Rock Falls were welcomed back to classes with a new sign provided by the St. Andrew School Boosters. Student council members stand by the sign, which reads “Pre-K thru 8th St. Andrew School, Excellent Education, Faith Foundation.” A garage sale, two cookouts, and donations helped to pay for the new addition. Photo submitted by Paul Gierhart.

An American Red Cross volunteer and Dixon City Fire Capt. Ryan Buskohl (center) and firefighter Eric Bergeman went door-to-door Aug. 15 to install smoke detectors at no charge. The work was part of the United Way of Lee County’s first Day of Caring. Sixty-six detectors were installed in 26 homes.

Photos submitted by Ed Higby.

Library previews activities ROCK FALLS – September and October programs have been announced at Rock Falls Public Library, 1007 Seventh Ave. They include: September is Library Card Sign-Up Month.

Coloma Township residents can get a free card.

The cost for non-township residents is $52 per year. Applicants will receive a treat. Two forms of identification with their current name and address are required.

A writer’s group by Kay Clark will meet from 7 to 9 p.m. Sept. 15, and Oct. 6 and 20.

The library board will meet at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 14 and Oct. 12.

The Tuesday Book Club is set for 6 p.m. Sept.

29. “You Are the Love of My Life,” by Susan Richards Shreve, will be discussed. The club also will meet at 6 p.m. Oct. 27 to talk about “The Amateur Marriage,” by Anne Tyler.

The Thursday Book Club will gather at 10 a.m.

Oct. 1. Check rockfallslibrary.com closer to October for the book title.

Rocket Readers, for children in first to fourth grade, will start with a session from 4 to 5 p.m. Oct. 5. Theme-based stories, games, and activities are offered. The group meets once a month; registration is required.

Pinterest Night is from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 8.

Those attending can create a Pinterest-inspired project. The cost is $1 per person; registration

is required at the library desk.

Fall Family Fun Night will be from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Oct. 15 with pumpkin decorating, face painting, and door prizes. Free tickets are available at the library desk.

Lego Club, for children 6 to 12, will meet from 4 to 5 p.m. Oct. 19.

Themed projects will be built and put on display.

Preschool Story Time, for children 3 to 5, will be from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m.

Oct. 26 involving stories, songs, and a craft. Registration is required.

The library is closed Monday.

For information or to register for programs, except Pinterest Night, contact the library at 815626-3958.

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CHURCH LEAGUE – COLOMA TOWNSHIP PARK DISTRICT

The winners of the Co-ed Church Slowpitch Softball League at Coloma Township Park District in Rock Falls have been announced. Harvest Time Church earned first place. Team members are (kneeling, from left) Adam Dettman, Callie Tribley, Myles Kukowski, Trenton Ratliff, Andrew Kobbeman, Breanna Holloway, Jayden Bass, and Justing Barrett; and (standing) Ariel Keomany, Ken Boone, Jacob Fredrickson, David Gottemoller, Daniel Fredrickson, Nick Byington, Doug Kolb Jr., Eric Peterson, and Tim Dettman. Not pictured are Mike Kobbeman, Joe Kobbeman, and Amy Ryan. Photos submitted by the district.

New Life Christian Church came in third during the “B” post-season tournament.

Players are (kneeling, from left) Lori Berogan, Amy Springman, Rob McCann, Jillian Stange, Michael Clark, Danny Moore, and Faith Sandrock; and (standing) Bryan Berogan, Jamie Near, Joel Klein, Allen Przysucha, Chris Johannsen, Jason Springman, Nick Pepper, and Zach Sandrock. Not pictured are Brad Cushman, Lyndsey Leigh, Mark Von Holten, Sheryl Von Holten, Brock Berogan, Linsey Brown, and Thomas Bogott.

St. John Lutheran Church was second in the league. Members are (front row, from left) Gary Smith, Holly Grim, Stephanie Kester, Brian Lehman, and William Grim; and (back row) Trevor Sisson, Ryan Schoaf, Carter Ames, Erica Armstrong, Steven Kester, and Ben Lightner. Not pictured are Mark Lightner, Gabi Trujillo, Nadia Trujillo, and Bill Grim.

Immanuel Lutheran earned first place in the “B” post-season tournament. Players are (kneeling, from left) Megan Leaf, Sean Leaf, Aubree Johnson, Laini Kruse, and David Kruse; and (standing) Jed Johnson, Bradd Kruse , Tanner Mortonson, Scott Attig, and Geoff Wright. Not pictured are Joel Lego, Jacob Lego, and Liz Lego.

The First Church of the Nazarene placed third in the “A” post-season tournament.

Members are (kneeling, from left) Jason Roe, Cory Bradshaw, Scott Whalen, Chad Hartman, John Staranko, and Aaron Harrison; and (standing) Dan Wrage, Laura Oquendo, Amy Biagioni, Jaime Blakeslee, Jeff Reis, Randy Lindgren, Sam Gray, Dave Cook, and Steve Ogan. Not pictured are Stacey Avelar, Adrian Avelar, Kevin Smetters, Jose Oquendo, Mason Rhodes, and Melissa Harrison.

Amazing Grace placed fourth in the league and first in the “A” post-season tournament. Team members are (kneeling, from left) Brad George, Arianna George, Maggie McKee, Billie Jo Glazier, Jamie Mosher, Megan Parker, and Marcus Klavenga; and (standing) Adam Davis, Trent Burtlow, Josh Glazier, TJ McKee, Mike Kelm, Ross Bender, and Joe Riddle. Not pictured are James Kelm, Heather Davis, and Mary Orlando.

Sacred Heart II was third in the league and took second in the “A” post-season tournament. Players are (front row, from left) Mary Alice Oswalt, Joel Downie, Hannah George, Jeremiah Wood, Austin Vasquez, Loren Vasquez, and Andrew Trobaugh; and (back row) Gene Hellwig, Zac Holmes, Matt Oswalt, Phil Wahl, Sarah Walls, Chris O’Brien, and Tim Downie. Not pictured are Lucas Nease, Diana Vasquez, and Gavin Jenson.

Wesley United Methodist Church took second in the “B” post-season tournament. Members are (kneeling, from left) Jerry Marquez, Mike Ceruzzi, Lynette Ceruzzi, Kris Noble, Bob Allen, Jeff Cedro, Josh Osborne, and unnamed team member; and (back row) Nick Papoccia, Kayla Heimerman, Matt Wendelken, Reid Blackburn, Ryan Blackburn, Scott Willis, Sue Hayes, and Wesley Dickson, Not pictured are Nathan Blackburn, Simon Moore, Nick Abele, and Jason Smith.

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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AT THE CHAUTAUQUA LEFT: “The Little Drummer Boy of Shiloh,” portrayed by Barry Cloyd, presented stories of the Civil War through song during the Singing Bird Chautauqua Aug. 15 and 16 at Franklin Creek State Natural Area, near Franklin Grove. Photos

by Thayer Lindner, submitted by Donna Ducharme.

BELOW: Friends hear about President Abraham Lincoln. They are (in no particular order) Miranda Best, Gloria Fallon, Mike Willstead, and Jill Johnson. Brian Fox Ellis presented the program as William Herndon, Lincoln’s law partner.

Winners of the Aug. 15 Todd McThenia Memorial Men’s & Women’s Doubles Tennis Tournament at the Coloma Township Park District’s Centennial Park in Rock Falls have been announced. With Dick Akridge (from left), tournament director, are Ryan Frederick and Jim Murphy, second place; Ted Buntjer and Ed Schradermeier, first; Carol Sue Akridge and Jeanie Sullivan, first; and Margie Carroll and Mary Ann Carroll, second. Proceeds were donated to the Whiteside County Cancer Fund. Photos submitted by the park district.

Akridge (from left) is with the mixed doubles winners, who are Ryan Frederick and Heather Frederick, second place; and Trent Lipka and Sue McKnight, first.

Canines needed for PAWS DIXON – Additional dog teams are being recruited for the KSB Hospital Pet and Wellness Service Program.

The animals regularly visit patients in the hospital.

The dog assessment classes for PAWS will be run from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 26, Oct. 17, and

Oct. 31 at KSB Hospital, 403 E. First St. Handlers must be at least 18 and dogs at least 1. To take part, dogs must be able to perform these commands consistently: sit, down, stay, and leave it. They must walk loosely on a leash without pulling, get along well with other dogs, and be able to

perform commands without treats.

They should like people, not be overly vocal, have no food, possession or separation anxiety issues, be current on all vaccinations, and free of all skin problems.

Advance registration is required; call Linda Robinson at 815-285-5936.

IN BRIEF Tootsie roll drive to help with needs

E. LeFevre Road.

Barry Cloyd, historian, storyteller, singer-songSTERLING – The writer, will Knights of Columbus of present the Sterling will have its annuprogram, al tootsie roll fundraiser performfrom 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. ing as the Sept. 11 and 12.

“Little DrumThe Knights will be at Barry mer Boy Kroger, 2301 Locust St.; Cloyd of Shiloh.”

Walmart, 4115 E. LincolnCloyd will way; County Market, 210 W. Third St.; and at Sec- tell the story of the life of a 12-year-old drummer boy ond Street and Second during the Civil War. Avenue downtown.

The public is welcome.

Proceeds will benefit Refreshments will be those in the area with served. special needs.

Kids can try hand Entrants sought at fishing in park for chili cook off

Recently 172 people were served at the Lee County Council on Aging’s annual luau supper in Dixon. Helping with the meal are (from left) Jaqueline Fazekas, Dixon High School Key Club member; Carol Rick, LCCOA board member; Julie Farster, volunteer; Doug Farster and Fred Nesbit, board members; and Julie McGrail, bookkeeper. Photo submitted by Jennifer Lang.

Center offers variety of activities DIXON – A number of programs will be available within the next 3 months at the Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St. They are: Chair exercise class will be offered from 9 to 10 a.m. Sept. 15.

The important roles of

a grandparent and strategies to help strengthen relationships between them and their grandchildren will be the focus at 1 p.m. Sept. 16 of a presentation by the extension.

The class is the third Tuesday of each month.

A Euchre Tournament will be Sept. 27. The sign-

in time is 12:30 p.m., play starts at 1. The cost is $5 per person and 25 cents a set with 100 percent payback.

Jeff Barnes from Northwestern Illinois Area on Aging will talk about Medicare fraud, abuse, services, and billing at 1 p.m. Sept. 30.

MORRISON – The Whiteside County Sheriff’s office and mounted patrol will have a youth fishing derby from 9 to 11 a.m.

Sept. 12 at MorrisonRockwood State Park, 18750 Lake Road.

Registration starts at 8:30 a.m. The competition is open to youth 15 and younger. A parent or guardian must sign for each child.

Prizes will be distributed throughout the morning. Grand prizes will be awarded in each category for the largest fish by total length. Other prizes will be given for individual efforts.

Drummer’s story part of meeting STERLING – The Sterling-Rock Falls Historical Society will meet at 2 p.m. Sept. 13 in the Ryberg Auditorium at CGH Medical Center, 100

STERLING – The United Way of Whiteside County will have its annual Chili Cook Off on Oct. 10 at the corner of East Fourth Street and First Avenue.

The cook off will feature chili teams from all over Whiteside County. Registrations are due by Oct. 1; the cost is $50 per team.

Tasting will begin at 11:30 a.m. at a cost of $5.

Prizes are awarded for first- through third-place, people’s choice, and for the best camp site.

Live music will be by Armatage Shanks. Hot dogs and desserts will be available.

For more information, call the United Way of Whiteside County office at 815 625-7973.

Automotive scene to be discussed DIXON – The Lee County Historical and Genealogical Society will meet

at 7 p.m. Sept. 14 in the second-floor conference room at KSB Hospital, 403 E. First St. The speaker will be Duane Paulsen, local historian. He will present “Early Auto Travel Through Dixon in 1903, 1908, and 1916.” His talk is about early attempts to cross the country by overland routes that paralleled the Lincoln Highway.

The public is welcome; refreshments will be served. The building is accessible to wheelchairs.

For more information, call 815-284-1134 or stop at the society library, 113 S. Hennepin Ave.

Youth group takes hay ride AMBOY – Teen Turf members took part in a hay ride Aug. 21 to Pine View Campground on Sleepy Hollow Road.

The ride included roasted hot dogs and brats.

Those helping with the event were Tabitha Brennan, Jennifer Fredrick, Joan Geiger, Rich Geiger, Lori Hendrickson, Mark Hicks, Janine Huffman, Loretta and Jim Kellen, Pam Love, Julie Morgan, Pete Rood, Rachel Scott, Pam Watson, Allison Wittenauer, and Alexis Zimmerlein.

Chair aerobics will start again at 10 a.m. Tuesday, and will continue every Tuesdays at Teen Turf at the Boehle Youth Center, 235 W. Main St. Donations will be accepted.

For more information, call Teen Turf at 815-8574800.

MEN’S CLUB DISCUSSION

Birds cover 200 miles in competition STERLING –The results are in for the Rock River Valley Racing Pigeon Club’s 200-mile, Aug. 23 race.

The winners of the A Race are Doug Harms of Rock Falls at 1,087.9 yards per minute or 37.1 miles per hour. Devoe Manning of Dixon was second loft

with 1,012.6 ypm or 34.5 mph. Pat and Don Kelsey of Sterling were third loft with 950.9 ypm or 32.4 mph.

Steve Calsyn of Rock Falls won the B race with 933 ypm or 31.8 mph.

Jake Scroggins of Sterling was second loft with 802

ypm or 27.3 mph. Cathy and Al Esgar of Dixon were third loft with 697.6 ypm or 23.8 mph.

Visit rrvpigeonclub.org for complete race results or more club information.

To join, call Manning at 779-861-1830 or Harms at 815-535-5205.

Members of the Resthave Home men’s club get together and talk about their favorite topics. At the gathering recently are (from left) Harry Johnson and Marvin Zaagman; Terry Jones, volunteer and leader of the club; and Hubert Londo. Jones often brings a prop or picture to get a topic started. Photo submitted by Karla Burn.

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THANK GOODNESS

Grateful to hospital staff for kindness JOYCE OLDS Sterling

On July 31, I had to go to the hospital and was seen in the emergency department. The staff there was polite, efficient, and very nice.

The staff in the CAT scan department also was very nice and professional. I then was admitted to the third floor where the staff members went out of their way to treat me like a queen.

There never was a time when they came into the room without a smile on

their faces, and a “What can I help you with?”

The professionalism and kindness shown by every person in every area of the hospital was wonderful. I never have been treated like that in any other hospital before.

Thank you to all the staff at CGH for the best experience I ever had while being sick.

School Supply Closet thanks the community NANCY WEIDEL Rock Falls

Our doors opened on July 28 with many fami-

lies waiting in line to pick up school supplies for their students.

Preparation for this day began long before this date as we gathered supplies and asked for support from the community.

And support is what we got – an overwhelming amount of it.

The School Supply Closet wishes to thank all businesses and individuals who made monetary donations, as well as donated school supplies.

We also were blessed with many volunteers, including young people from around the community who wanted to help and made our lives much easier with all that they gave to this outreach program.

Thank Goodness policy Sauk Valley Media accepts letters to the editor (300 words or less) from nonprofit and volunteer groups who want to thank the community for its support.

Letters may be emailed to letters@saukvalley.com or sent to Sauk Valley Media, 3200 E. Lincolnway, P.O. Box 498, Sterling, IL 61081.

We thank you for your belief in this program, which provides free school supplies to students of all ages from preschool through college, as well as providing teachers and home-school parents with the tools they need to continue their work in the classroom.

We also want to thank those who provided lunches this year for us, so we could take a quick break during the day and

relax just for a bit. The food was great, and we are so very thankful for each of you.

With your support, we were able to provide supplies for more than 1,200 students in the Whiteside County area and beyond.

We have been blessed beyond words, and thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

The School Supply Closet will be open throughout the school year from 4

to 6 p.m. Wednesdays and 10 a.m. to noon Saturdays at 910 Second Ave., Sterling, and we welcome anyone who would like to join us or discuss further this outreach project.

We also welcome any students or teachers who are in need of supplies to come and browse the shelves to find the items they may need.

Note to readers: Nancy Weidel is a Trinity Outreach Committee member.

are Esther Covell and Todd Covell, both of Sterling.

Paternal grandparents are Janice Danekas and Rick Danekas, both of Mount Morris.

mother is Betty Witzleb of Dixon.

Mackenna and Ryan Hill of Long Lake, Minnesota, are the parents of a daughter born at 3:03 p.m. July 8, 2015, at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis.

Colette Kimberly Hill weighed 8 pounds, 11 ounces at birth and was 21 inches in length.

She is welcomed by Ayla, 2.

Maternal grandparents are Larry Barber of Dixon and the late Kim Barber.

Paternal grandparents are Roger and Carla Hill of Dixon.

Maternal great-grandparents are the Rev. Seymour and Beverly Halford of Dixon and Bob and Jean Kacick of Marion, Iowa.

Paternal great-grand-

dean’s list; and Jordan L. Flewellyn, animal sciences, dean’s list, high honors Morrison: William G. Bird, agricultural and consumer economics, dean’s list, highest honors, Bronze Tablet recipient; Colton H. Sedig, civil engineering; Bryce W. Vegter, political science; and Nicholas E. Volckmann, finance, with honors Oregon: Brandon T. Gigous, computer engineering; Eli J. Murray, journalism, news, editorial; and Matthew E. Speck, liberal arts and sciences, mathematics, gender and women’s studies Rochelle: Matthew D. Drought, statistics; Courtney P. Johnson, recreation, sport, and tourism,

with honors; and Madison J. Wilkinson, marketing, management Rock Falls: Kayla L. Moore, community health, dean’s list, highest honors; and Amy M. Ocha, interdisciplinary health sciences, with honors Sterling: Alexzander P. Crump, agricultural and consumer economics Steward: Calvin P. Herrmann, management Sublette: Matthew J. Bickett, technical systems management Those earning master’s degrees are: Dixon: Garrett A. Kerr, science, accountancy German Valley: Anita K. Greenfield, linguistics Morrison: Victoria L. Volckmann, library and infor-

mation science Oregon: Justin Ebert, agricultural education Rochelle: Lauren N. Schneider, educational organization and leadership Those also named to the spring dean’s list are: Amboy: Brooke E. Lovgren Byron: Abigail M. Dinges and Kathryn J. Lillie Dixon: Ryan B. Schaab Forreston: Michael J. Osterloo Fulton: David R. Stage, and Krista D. Temple Oregon: Kathryn R. Speck Sterling: Nathan J. Blackburn and Michael J. Fassler Tampico: Brett T. Schmidt Walnut: Tucker J. Schoff

Dixon VFW Post 540 Ladies Auxiliary, 6 p.m., 1560 Franklin Grove Road.

Amboy American Legion Post 453, 6:30 p.m., Community Room, Amboy Family Restaurant and Pizza, 211 E. Main St., 815-849-5219.

VFW Post 5418 Men’s Auxiliary, 7 p.m., 217 First Ave., Rock Falls, 815-626-3513.

Dixon Elks Lodge 779 Auxiliary, 7 p.m., 1279 Franklin Grove Road, Dixon.

Mount Carroll Monday Night Al-Anon-Alateen, 7 p.m., Church of God, 816 Clay St., Mount Carroll.

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.

Rock Falls American Legion Post 902, 7 p.m., 712 Fourth Ave., Rock Falls, 815-626-3862.

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.

E. Lincolnway, Sterling, 815-6263467.

Sterling High School Class of ’41 breakfast, 9 a.m., The Spot Restaurant, Northland Mall, 2900 E. Lincolnway, Sterling, 815-6263164.

Weight Watchers, 9:30 a.m. and 6 p.m., Loveland Community House, 513 W. Second St., Dixon.

Beading class, 10 a.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-6229230.

Commodities, 10 a.m.-noon, Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815622-9230.

La Leche League, 10 a.m., Lee County Health Department, 309 S. Galena, Dixon, 815-2883371.

Free blood pressure clinic, 10-11:30 a.m., Oregon Living & Rehab Center, 811 S. 10th St. Blood pressure check, 10 a.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, 815-7323253.

Facing the Challenge Cancer Support Group, 11 a.m., Home of Hope Cancer Wellness Center, 1637 Plock Road, Dixon, 815288-4673.

GE Retired Ladies luncheon, 11 a.m., Nora’s Cafe, 212 Second St., Clinton, Iowa, 563-2431009.

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, closed, St. Paul Lutheran Church, 114 S. Fifth St., Oregon.

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, open; 6 p.m., open, women’s; 7:30 p.m., open, 90-92 Hennepin Ave., Dixon.

Sterling Rotary Club, noon, YWCA of the Sauk Valley, 412 First Ave., Sterling.

Dixon Noon Lions, noon, private dining room, KSB Hospital, 403 E. First St., Dixon. Public welcome.

Sterling Noon Lions, noon-1 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-622-9230.

Dealing With Grief, noon, Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815288-9236.

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, closed, tradition; 3:30 p.m., closed; 7 p.m., closed, Big Book, Bazaar Americana, 609 W. Third St., Sterling.

Volunteer Care Center of Lee County, 2-5 p.m., 101 W. Second St., Dixon. Appointment: 815-284-9555.

Free blood pressure screening, 3:30-5 p.m., The Eureka Inn, 110 E. Third St., Prophetstown.

Dixon TOPS IL617 meeting, 5 p.m., Eells meeting room, St. Luke Episcopal Church, 221 W. Third St., Dixon, 815-284-8321.

Operation Support, 5:30 p.m., Dixon American Legion Post 12, 1120 W. First St. Overeaters Anonymous, 6 p.m., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815379-2293.

Affliction of Addiction Narcotics Anonymous, 6 p.m., First Christian Church, 506 Fifth Ave., Rock Falls, 779-245-3487. Downstairs, west door.

TOPS 253, 6-7:30 p.m., Morningside of Sterling, 2705 Avenue E, Sterling, 815-622-2820.

Winifred Knox Memorial Library Board, 6:30 p.m., library, 112 S. Elm St., Franklin Grove, 815-4562823.

Rock River Valley VietNow, 7 p.m., Veterans of Foreign Wars Post, 1560 Franklin Grove Road, Dixon.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., open, Rolling Hills Center, 201 state Route 64, Lanark.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, 606 Brown Ave., Ashton.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, step, 304 Seventh Ave. W, Lyndon.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, 808 Freeport Road, Sterling.

Alcoholics Anonymous Beginners, 7 p.m., closed; 8 p.m., closed, First Presbyterian Church, 410 Second Ave., Sterling.

Sauk Valley Alcoholics Anonymous Group, 7 p.m., open, As Bill Sees It, back door, 1503 First Ave., Rock Falls.

Rock Falls Lodge 936 AF & AM, 7:30 p.m., 117 W. Second St. Alcoholics Anonymous, 7:30 p.m., closed, Village of Progress, 710 S. 13th St., Oregon.

Al-Anon-Alateen, 8 p.m., private dining room, KSB Hospital, 403 E. First St., Dixon.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., closed, All Saints Lutheran Church, 624 Luther Drive, Byron.

Alcoholics Anonymous, home meeting, call 815-284-2589.

BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENTS Harper Elise Hamstra Br ianne and Derek Hamstra of Morrison are the parents of a daughter born at 11:40 a.m. Aug. 21, 2015, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

Harper Elise Hamstra weighed 8 pounds, 10 ounces at birth and was 22.5 inches in length.

Maternal grandparents are Kevin and Andi Janssen of Morrison.

Paternal grandparents are Fred and Susan Ham-

stra of Morrison. weighed 8 pounds, .5 Maternal great-grand- ounces at birth and was parents are Bill and Barb 21.5 inches in length.

Koziol of Morrison.

Paternal great-grandparBriggs Dean ents are Bruce and Vicki Danekas Hunter of Morrison.

A l e t t a a n d Ku r t i s Danekas of Sterling are Samuel James the parents of a son born Lewis at 7:43 p.m. Aug. 18, Courtney and Jacob 2015, at CGH Medical Lewis of Sublette are the Center in Sterling. parents of a son born at Briggs Dean Danekas 4:16 a.m. Aug. 15, 2015, weighed 8 pounds, 3 at CGH Medical Center in ounces at birth and was Sterling.

21.5 inches in length.

Samuel James Lewis Maternal grandparents

Colette Kimberly Hill

Information sought The birth announcements for Dianely Citlali Romero Sanchez and Jasmine Amalia Hernandez cannot be printed without additional information.

The editorial department has been unable to reach the submitter.

If those who submitted them could call 800-7984085, ext. 5501, it would be appreciated.

COLLEGE HONORS Western Governors University

German Valley: Amanda Watter, science and arts Lanark: Kelly Heller, medical assistant; and SALT LAKE CITY – Those Laura Kniss, arts Savanna: Noemi Magareceiving bachelor’s degrees Aug. 15 at Westna-Sanchez, science ern Governors University Sterling: Stephanie were Lynell Breidenbach McLean, medical assistant of Morrison, nursing; and John Barker of Sterling, University interdisciplinary studies, of Illinois K-8.

CHAMPAIGN – Bachelor’s degrees were awardHighland ed for the spring semester Community at the University of Illinois College to: Amboy: William S. ParkFREEPORT — Highland er, agricultural and conCommunity College sumsumer economics, spring mer graduates are: dean’s list Chadwick: Sarah Leif, Byron: Alexandra P. Malarts low, interdisciplinary health Forreston: Sarah Paul, sciences, high honors; Roy medical assistant

L. Slick, chemical engineering; and Katherine O. Stukenberg, speech and hearing science, dean’s list, highest honors Dixon: Emily M. Clemens, speech and hearing science, highest honors; Brandon J. Eisele, technical systems management; Ryan D. Fane, history, gender and women’s studies, high distinction, magna cum laude; Matthew J. Renne, advertising; and Mabel Seto, molecular and chemistry, with distinction Fulton: Bradley R. Dierks, agricultural and consumer economics, dean’s list German Valley: Jessica A. Good, anthropology Lee: Jeremy P. Crumpton, Russian, East European, and Eurasian studies,

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, 9:30 a.m., closed, former St. Anne Grade School, 32 N. Jones Ave., Amboy, 815-857-2315.

Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous, 10:30 a.m., closed; 7 p.m., closed, 808 Freeport Road, Sterling.

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, 779-2458214. Downstairs, west door.

Sauk Valley Alcoholics Anonymous Group, noon, open, Old School; 7 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.

The Kick-It Ticket Narcotics Anonymous, 3 p.m., basement, Fellows Street door, The Worship Center, 403 N. Ottawa Ave., Dixon, 815-677-9694.

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, 815626-1249.

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.

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, closed; 7 p.m. closed (5), Bazaar Americana, 609 W. Third St., Sterling.

Latin American Social Club meeting, 3 p.m., 2708 W. Fourth St., Sterling, 815-6258290.

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, 815-973-6150.

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, Labor Day Cancellations have not been received for these; check ahead to see if meeting.

Women, infants and children clinic; and family planning services, Lee County Health Department, 309 S. Galena Ave., Suite 100, Dixon. Appointments: 815-284-3371.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 a.m., open, Methodist church, 402 First Ave., Forreston.

Abuse Changing team, 815625-0338.

Mercy Nursing Services free blood pressure clinic, 8:3010:30 a.m., YMCA, 2505 YMCA Way, Sterling.

Dixon Rotary Club, noon, lower level, St. Luke Episcopal Church, 221 W. Third St., Dixon.

Affliction of Addiction Narcotics Anonymous, noon, 6 p.m., First Christian Church, 506 Fifth Ave., Rock Falls, 779-245-

3487. Downstairs, west side.

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, open, St. Paul Lutheran Church, 114 S. Fifth St., Oregon.

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, closed, step; 6 p.m., open, 90-92 S. Hennepin Ave., Dixon.

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, closed, Big Book; 6 p.m., closed, Spanish; 7 p.m., open, Bazaar Americana, 609 W. Third St., Sterling.

Sauk Valley Alcoholics Anonymous Group, noon, open, Sunshine meeting, back door, 1503 First Ave., Rock Falls.

Tampico Community Club, noon, Good Times Tap, 106 Main St., Tampico, 815-4382789.

Crochet-Knitting Club, 12:30 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling.

Care for the Caregiver, 1:30 p.m., Home of Hope Cancer Wellness Center, 1637 Plock Road, Dixon, 815-288-4673.

TOPS, 4 p.m. weigh-in, 4:30 p.m. meeting; 5:30 p.m. weighin, 6 p.m. meeting, Hub City Senior Center, 401 Cherry Ave., Rochelle.

TOPS Chapter IL 634 meeting, 4:30 p.m., 205 S. Walnut St., Franklin Grove.

TOPS, 5 p.m. weigh-in, 5:30 p.m. meeting, Polo Church of the Brethren, 401 S. Congress Ave., Polo, 815-946-3638.

Dixon Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission, 5:45 p.m., Dixon Main Street office, 115 S. Hennepin Ave., Dixon, 815-4999426.

The Kick-It Ticket Narcotics Anonymous, 6 p.m., basement, Fellows Street door, The Worship Center, 403 N. Ottawa Ave., Dixon, 815-677-9694.

Celebrate Recovery, 6-8 p.m., 201 W. Market St., Morrison, 815-590-8929.

Celebrate Recovery, 6-8 p.m., Revive Community Church, 8 E. Front St., Mount Morris, 815-994-0428.

Rock Falls Rotary, 6 p.m., Beelendorf’s Deli, 204 W. 10th St., Rock Falls.

Rock Falls Boy Scout Troop 306, 6:30-8 p.m., fellowship hall, Harvest Time Bible Church, 1802 Dixon Ave., Rock Falls.

Tuesday Childhood immunization clinic; women, infants and children clinic; and family planning services, Lee County Health Department, 309 S. Galena Ave., Suite 100, Dixon.

Appointments: 815-284-3371.

Kiwanis Club of Sterling, 6:45-7:45 a.m., Ryberg Auditorium, CGH Medical Center, 100 E. LeFevre Road, Sterling, 815499-4866.

Sauk Valley Community College retiree breakfast, 9 a.m., River’s Edge Inn, 2303 W. First St., Dixon, 815-626-3787.

Sisters in Christ, 9 a.m., Congregational Church, 1602 13th Ave., Rock Falls.

Golden K Kiwanis, 9 a.m., Dixon Senior Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon.

Gaffey Home Nursing and Hospice blood pressure clinic, 9-11 a.m., Northland Mall, 2900

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Family prefers to sidestep feet questions Dear Abby: My beautiful 6-year-old granddaughter has clubfeet. Although she had several surgeries, her ongoing treatment requires her to wear her shoes on the opposite feet.

Every time we go out somewhere, well-intentioned people seem compelled to let us know she has her shoes on wrong. My granddaughter told me it bothers her and she gets embarrassed when we must explain the reason, and truthfully, I don’t blame her. I worry about her self-esteem.

Have you any suggestions as to what we could say to these people with-

dearABBY Dear Abby is written

by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips. The column is provided through Universal Uclick.

Dear Abby: I’m in fifth grade and I’m wondering: Which do you prefer – dogs or cats?

My friends and I often debate about this topic.

– Animal Lover in Oakland, California

Dear Animal Lover: I’m an animal lover, too, and I have met both dogs and cats that had wonderful out giving out personal personalities. However, information? when it comes to choos– Nanny ing between cats and in Pennsylvania dogs, I’m more of a dog person. My favorite breed Dear Nanny: If it were is the German shepherd. me, I also would assume that the person meant Dear Abby: My sister well and reply, “We’re moved in with me after already aware of that, my husband died. I thank you.” Period. thought it would be good

for both of us, and we could go places together and share household chores. At the time, we were both working.

When I discovered she would sleep all day on our days off and didn’t help with the housework at all, I was very disappointed.

She would clean her room only when I got upset with her.

Now she does almost nothing. She won’t clean her room and she sleeps for months without changing her sheets. I am sickened by the smell of her and her room.

She hasn’t showered or brushed her teeth in almost 2 weeks, and it doesn’t look like she’s in

any hurry to do so.

We are both retired now and could enjoy going places together, but she would rather stay up all night and sleep all day.

I am at my wits’ end. I have begged, threatened, and shamed, but nothing works. I am a very clean person and like to have a clean house. Help.

– Wants My Clean House Back Dear Wants: Changes in behavior like those you describe should not be ignored. Was your sister always like this? If not, she needs to be examined by a doctor to determine if she’s depressed or having some other kind of

mental problem. She also should be seen by a dentist if her oral hygiene is as poor as you say it is, while she still has teeth.

The living arrangement the two of you have doesn’t appear to be healthy for either of you.

Before this goes any further, consult an attorney for guidance. You may need help in getting her out after all this time – or help finding other safe living arrangements for your sister if she’s unable or unwilling to do it for herself.

Contact Dear Abby at DearAbby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069.

STERLING PARK DISTRICT

Still time to hit golf course If you are a casual golfer, you probably make a resolution each year in February or March to “play more golf this year.”

Then the spring hits, and all the reasons of why you didn’t play very much the previous year immediately come back to you: The grass grows fast enough that you have to mow twice a week, and something happens at work that causes you to put in more hours or change your schedule around. Spring sports, such as baseball, soccer and softball, start for the kids and immediately consume your evenings and weekends.

Of course, it rains or is unbelievably windy on at least one of the days that

PaulZEPEZAUER Paul Zepezauer is the director of recreation at the Sterling Park District.

His email is pzepezauer@ sterlingparks. org.

you had decided to play.

Before you know it, the Fourth of July has come and gone, and you realize that you have only played golf once or twice. “So much for that resolution,” you think to yourself.

On behalf of the Emerald Hill Golf Course staff and Sterling Park District Board of Commissioners, we would like to help you with your resolution

before it’s too late. Starting on Sept. 8 through the rest of the season, we are offering “Play All Day.” We invite you to come out to Emerald Hill Golf Course and play as many holes as you would like for $15.

If you are 18 or older, you may use a cart, as the cost applies for that as well as walkers. Tee times can be made online at emerald hillgolf.com or by calling 815-622-6204.

When you come out for your round, be sure to check out the merchandise and beverages at the clubhouse. To find out about specials and sale items, join our email list at emeraldhillgolf.com or by downloading the Emerald Hill app, which is available for Apple and Android devices.

IN BRIEF Attracting birds subject of meeting ROCKFORD – Wild Ones Natural Landscapers will meet from 7 to 9 p.m. Sept.

17 at the Woodward Technology Center of Rock Valley College, 3301 N. Mulford Road.

Marion Thill of Cook County will present the program – a slide presentation showing native shrubs, perennials, and annuals which attract migrating birds.

The public is welcome.

Visit wildonesrrvc.com or call 815-627-0344 for more information.

Registration forms available for walk STERLING – St. Vincent de Paul Society of SterlingRock Falls will have its Walk for the Poor fundraiser from 9 to 11 a.m. Sept. 26 in the gym at Newman Central Catholic High School, 1101 W. 23rd St. Event-day registration is at 8 a.m.; the walk will be indoors.

Registration forms can be picked up from noon to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at St. Vincent de Paul Society Food Pantry, 7 W. Sixth St., or call 815625-0311.

Tickets for a 50-50 raffle can be purchased at the food pantry. The cost is $5.

The walk will include a popcorn stand, gift basket raffles, music by Al Moreno, disc jockey; and water and fruit will be provided.

Uniforms sold to benefit auxiliary DIXON – A KSB Hospital Auxiliary benefit has been scheduled for 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 11.

The uniform sale will be in Conference Room 1 at KSB Hospital, 403 First St. Cash, check, credit cards, and payroll deduction for KSB employees will be accepted.

Quilters to learn about Shining Star DIXON – Petunia City Quilters will meet at 7 p.m.

Sept. 14 at First Presbyterian Church, 110 E. Third St. A presentation on Shining Star Children’s Advocacy Center will be given by Shelly Brantley, executive director. Shining Star is the club’s community outreach this year. Members will donate 20 quilts to the center for distribution.

Sew Monday will be from

10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the church. Participants will work on completing the Shining Star quilts, and a potluck will be served before the meeting.

The public is welcome.

For more information, call Nancy at 815-677-0119.

Spoon River will come alive from 4 to 5 p.m. Sept. 13 at the United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison. Jon and Paddy Lynn, actors, and Patti Ecker, musician will perform “Spoon River Anthology,” followed by a questions and answer session. Photo submitted by Barb Peterson.

Anthology to play locally MORRISON – A literary work by Edgar Lee Masters will be performed from 4 to 5 p.m. Sept. 13 at United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway.

“Spoon River Anthology” will be presented

by Jon and Paddy Lynn, actors. Patti Ecker, folk musician, will provide musical interludes. The trio is based in the Chi-

cago suburbs. A question and answer session will follow.

The epitaph poems feature people from all walks of life who rise from their graves to share their stories. It’s based on people Masters knew while growing up in Petersburg and Lewistown.

The event is part of

the fall lifelong series of Odell Public Library and the Odell Public Library Friends.

The show is produced in part by the Illinois Humanities Council’s Road Scholars Speakers Bureau, a program that provides organizations statewide with humanities events for communities.

AMERICAN LEGION NEWS

Veterans wanted for national history ROCHELLE – Area veterans are asked to share their wartime stories for inclusion in the Library of Congress through the Veterans History Project.

The project is designed to preserve the stories to help others better understand history and the realities of war.

The veterans will share their personal military narrative in an unedited, video-recorded interview.

Interviewers will speak with them from Sept. 28 to Oct. 2 at Unity Hospice, 1201 S. Seventh St. To make an appointment for an interview, contact Brenda Garvey, Unity director of program development, at volunteers@ unityhospice.com or 618954-6114.

Visit loc.gov/vets/ for more information about the project.

Boys State participants gave a panel presentation Aug. 16 at the Dixon American Legion Post 12’s regular meeting. With Richard Longfellow (from left), Post 12 Boys State coordinator, are Michael Gale, Connor Sperling, and Aaron Faivre; Al Tieken, driver; and Chase Glenn and Devon Attig. They spoke about their experiences at Boys State, which was in June at Eastern Illinois University in Charleston. Photos submitted by Longfellow.

DAR DISTRICT VISITOR Updates are underway on the Lee County Voiture 409 of the 40&8’s White Ghost locomotive. New signs and white paint have been applied, and new canvas will be installed on the back with additional painting. The locomotive was in the Amboy Depot Days parade on Aug. 29 and 30, and will be in parades Sept. 27 in Morris and at Autumn on Parade on Oct. 4 in Oregon.

Members of the Lee County Voiture 409 of the 40&8 recently were elected to posts in District 1 of the Grand du Illinois of the 40&8. Dwight Moss (left) became Sous Cheminot and Richard Longfellow, Cheminot.

Sharon Bittner (right), Daughters of the American Revolution District II director, recently visited the Rock River Chapter. With Bittner is Carolyn Aiken, Rock River Chapter regent. Photo submitted by Frances Bishop.

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Erie woman 4-H Hall of Fame inductee The Illinois 4-H Foundation annually recognizes one 4-H volunteer per county as a Hall of Fame winner for exemplary service to the Illinois 4-H program.

Casey C a s e y Stichter Stichter of Erie, 7-year Fenton Wizards 4-H Club leader, was inducted Aug. 15 at the state fairgrounds in Springfield.

According to officials, Stichter’s passion for 4-H is evident through the work she continuously does with her club.

Membership in her club is growing because of her dedication to the 4-H program in Whiteside County.

She serves on the 4-H Support Fund, Personal Development Committee, and helps with the 4-H Show.

More than 800 supporters watched the induction of 70 new members. The

largest inductee class to date.

“This year celebrated the 11-year anniversary of the award,” said Angie Barnard, director of the Illinois 4-H Foundation.

“These long-time volunteers fully embody what 4-H strives to instill in youth,” she said.

“They are caring, dedicated, generous leaders, and the Illinois 4-H Foundation is extremely proud to be able to provide this honor to each and every

one of them to thank them for their service to this wonderful organization.”

The Illinois 4-H Foundation established the statewide Hall of Fame in 2004 to honor and celebrate extraordinary 4-H alumni, volunteers, and former 4-H staff.

Nominations are made

by University of Illinois Extension staff. Each inductee received a commemorative Hall of Fame medallion.

Rachel Scidmore and Dylan Houzenga, Milledgeville High School FFA members, competed in dairy contests at the state fair in Springfield.

Photo submitted.

Area dairymen earn scholarships The Milledgeville High School FFA 2015-16 officers are (front row, from left) Rachel Scidmore, Natalie Brown, and Racheal Osterhaus; and (back row) Shelby Judd, Dylan Alexander, and Collin Eubanks. Not pictured is Mady Fink. Photo submitted by Wendy Erbsen.

Milledgeville FFA officers plan dinner The newly-elected Milledgeville High School FFA officers will begin the year with a dinner at 7 p.m. Wednesday in the school cafeteria, 100 E. Eight St. All Milledgeville and Chadwick alumni and the

public are welcome. Plans for the new year will be announced.

The FFA officers are looking for individuals to help coach judging teams, host tours, and be guest speakers in the classroom and during their meetings.

Ra c h e a l O s t e r h a u s, junior adviser, attended a cooperative training conference during the summer at Western Illinois University. According to the press release, the chapter now is looking for suggestions on setting

up a livestock or poultry co-op to allow members to be involved in a way they may not have been able to before.

For more information about the dinner, contact Wendy Erbsen at the high school, 815-225-7141

CLEANUP CREW

The Kiwanis Club of Dixon trimmed bushes Aug. 22 at the Wings of Peace and Freedom Park in Dixon. The volunteers are (from left) Tanya Brooks, Chuck Stoddard, Vern DeVries, Joe Rudolphi, Evan Giblin, Aaron Young, Be Powetz, Elise Ulferts-Hume, Jim Giblin, and Terry Lich. Not pictured are John Holthaus (photographer) and Hal Weaver. Photos submitted by Lich.

The finished result of the club’s morning efforts at park cleaning.

SPRINGFIELD – The state dairy judging contest and Superior Young Dairy Producer contest took place during the State Fair.

Rachel Scidmore and Dylan Houzenga, members of the Milledgeville High School FFA chapter, The superior young dairy producer competition consisted of a written test, skills test, and dairy cattle judging. The written test included questions such as: “What is the aver-

age somatic cell count a dairy farm?” or “Does teat dipping treat mastitis?.”

The skills test included three areas, identifying feeds, parts of the cow, and dairy equipment identification. In addition, each contestant placed six classes of cattle while they presented oral reasons on two of the classes.

Winners included Connor Erbsen of Lanark and TJ Wingert of Pearl City. Each received a $1,000 scholarship.

‘Graze for Green’ workshop to start LEAF RIVER – A workshop and pasture walk on grazing management for fall pastures is planned.

The program will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday in the boardroom at River Valley Complex, 605 Main St. Topics include: Fundamentals of improved grazing management, such as careful planning of rotations and stocking rates by Andy Larson, extension local foods and small farms educator.

Extending the grazing season with alternative forages, like cover crops, annuals, stockpile, and corn stalks by Travis Meteer, extension commercial livestock educator.

Building durable and economical fencing and water systems that best fit a pasture and a budget

by Matt Bunger, NRCS grasslands specialist.

How and when grazing livestock can produc-

tively utilize woodland pasture with minimal negative consequences

by Jay Solomon, extension energy and environmental stewardship educator At 5:15 p.m. the group will travel 3 miles south to Dietrich Ranch near Mount Morris for dinner and a pasture walk at 5:30.

Dan and Erin Dietrich will discuss management-intensive and contract grazing, high stock density grazing, optimizing a grazing system for diversified livestock species, and selling identity-preserved products through niche markets.

The cost for the program is $25 and includes educational materials, dinner, and the walk.

Register with the Ogle County Extension office at edu/bdo under “Register “Online or call 815732-2191 by Monday to guarantee materials and a meal.

Club to sell snacks at annual art festival GRAND DETOUR – The Grand Detour Greens 4-H Club met Aug. 23.

Those present at the last gathering of the 4-H year were Julia and Trent Heller, Stephanie Sofolo, Tony Singley, and Summer and Marley Linboom. Members not in attendance were Abby, Isaac, and Isaiah Akins.

The club will sell candy bars, pop, and water at the Grand Detour Art Festival on Sept. 13 at the John Deere Historic Site, 8334 S. Clinton St. The group discussed highlights of the county fair. Awards included champion, reserve champion, and blue ribbons, and state fair

competition.

New ideas for next year’s fair were discussed. Debbie Lowry, will address them with the exhibit building board.

Members also will participate in the parade at Autumn on Parade, Oct. 4 in Oregon.

Officers for the new 2015-16 year are Julia Heller, president; Summer Linboom, vice president; Trent Heller, co-vice president; Tony Singley, secretary; Abby Akins, co-secretary; Sofolo, treasurer; Connor Ross, reporter; and Isaac and Isaiah Akins, recreation.

For more information or to join the Grand Detour Greens, call Lowry at 815-652-4543.

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TRANSPORTATION

India scoots into America

SUV maker will make U.S. debut with electric scooter ANN ARBOR, Mich.

(AP) – India’s largest SUV maker is ready to make its debut on U.S. roads.

But it’s starting with two wheels, not four.

Mahindra hopes to win over city and campus dwellers with a $2,999, Vespa-like electric scooter called the GenZe, which goes on sale this fall in California, Oregon and Michigan. Sales could soon expand to other states and Europe.

If buyers like it, Mahindra could use the GenZe as a springboard into the car market, just as Honda made the leap from motorcycles to cars here in the 1970s.

The strategy has some risks. Scooters have never been as popular in the U.S. as elsewhere – people in China buy as many electric scooters in a day as Americans do in a full year, for example. And consumers might not trust Mumbai-based Mahindra, which scrapped an attempt to sell vehicles here 5 years ago because it couldn’t meet U.S. safety standards.

“The pressure has really been on to make sure that we get this right,” says Terence Duncan, the head of customer engagement for the GenZe and one of its

chief designers. “What we’re doing, really, is introducing the brand to American customers.”

To appeal to skeptics, Mahindra designed the GenZe in Silicon Valley with features favored by tech-savvy Millennials, like a secure laptop charging port under the seat. It opened its four stores in San Francisco and Portland because buyers there are more accepting of twowheeled transportation. In Michigan, buyers can get a GenZe at the Ann Arbor factory where it’s made.

The GenZe goes only up to 30 miles per hour, so riders won’t need a motorcycle license. Its most innovative feature is a 28-pound removable battery, which riders can unhook and carry inside to charge. The battery takes 3.5 hours to fully charge, and the scooter goes for 30 miles on a charge. A 7-inch touchscreen display tells drivers their speed and range.

Only about 5,000 electric scooters will be sold in the U.S. this year, according to Ryan Citron, who analyzes the market for the consulting company Navigant Research.

Among them: the ZEV 2700 and the Bravo EVT168, which cost about the same as the GenZe. By

comparison, 30,000 will be sold in Europe and 3.9 million in China, where electric scooters cost less than half the price of a GenZe because they use a cheaper type of battery.

Citron says about 46,000 gas-powered scooters will be sold in the U.S. this year. Any scooter has a tough time selling when gas prices are relatively low, he says.

Citron believes the electric scooter market will grow to around 20,000 annual sales by 2024 as companies like Mahindra and Oregon’s Boxx Corp. enter the market. Another one to watch is Gogoro, a Taiwan-based scooter maker that wants to develop stations where riders can swap out batteries.

Mahindra is targeting college campuses and also plans to supply scootersharing programs like Scoot. So far, it has around 300 GenZe orders from people who paid a $100 deposit. The company expects to make around 3,000 scooters in the first year, Duncan says.

This isn’t Mahindra’s first attempt to crack the U.S. car market. The $16.9 billion conglomerate, which controls about 40 percent of the SUV market in India, began courting U.S. dealers about a decade

ago with the promise of delivering vehicles by 2009. But Mahindra had trouble meeting U.S. vehicle regulations and canceled its plans in 2010.

Mahindra does sell tractors in the U.S., but wants to build its name in urban areas, says GenZe CEO Vish Palekar.

“If we’re going to be relevant here, we need to create something transformative,” Palekar said.

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A rider cruises along a street on a Mahindra GenZe 2.0 pre-production prototype in August in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Mahindra, India’s largest SUV maker, wants to increase its presence in the U.S., and it’s starting with two wheels, not four.

Astrograph Nurture An Important Relationship Sunday, September 5, 2015 VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Don’t be pressured into doing something that makes you uneasy. If you allow yourself to be intimidated by someone unscrupulous, you will open the door to further exploitation.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Staying informed and involved will keep your options open.

Keeping abreast of current trends will give you the insight to make your move at the right time.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24Nov. 22) -- Don’t take on someone else’s responsibilities. You have enough to contend with, so try not to take on more tasks, especially if the rewards or returns are low. Romantic opportunities look promising.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Nurture an important relationship. You may have a difference of opinion, but don’t let that discourage you from being affectionate and compassionate. Truth and trust will win out over doubt or suspicion.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Make a beneficial lifestyle change. Don’t stay trapped in a stale or unhappy situation. Get

motivated to take control. You are in charge of your own happiness.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20Feb. 19) -- You will be granted favors by friends and neighbors.

Include in your plans the younger people in your life. Youth-oriented activities will offer new challenges and perspectives.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- You have an agenda, but don’t try to force your will on others. Be honest and aboveboard in all your dealings in order to get the support you need.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Multicultural events or gatherings will fulfill your desire to learn more about different philosophies and lifestyles. Open your mind to new experiences. Plan a journey that will help you implement positive personal change.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You will experience emotional turmoil. Take a break and do something that makes you happy.

An excursion to a calming place will help you find answers.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Home decorating projects will encourage you to host an event that includes a mix of younger and older people. Make a point to mingle, socialize and make new friends.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Don’t be so negative about your prospects. You have talent, knowledge and strong intuitive reasoning.

Your unique ability to help others will bring you added confidence and satisfaction.

TAURUS (April 20May 20) -- Use your time wisely.

Reorganize personal papers and eliminate any stress caused by clutter or deadlines. Set up a realistic budget that will ensure greater cash flow.

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A man walks past the Comcast Building in New York in July. The internet and TV powerhouse is putting a focus on customer service, which pushed it to almost rock bottom in recent customer surveys.

Improving customer service a big job for media company COMCAST

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The idea hung out there for a moment, and was slated for more review.

“We say customer service should be our best product, so let’s treat it like a product,” Herrin had said in an interview before the call. “Every touch point with the customer is under review.”

Big problems many times require big – or bold – solutions.

At Comcast, the bold solution to bad customer experiences began with appointing the head of product development, Herrin, to fix things.

An executive vice president in the cable division who is coming off a highly successful X1 set-top box project – Comcast

says it’s installing 30,000 X1 boxes a day – Herrin has taken charge of the daunting customer experience task with a $300 million budget.

Most of his team works together on Comcast Center’s 22nd floor. In an interview, Herrin pledged an “end-to-end rebuild” of the Comcast customer experience, but this is a process that could take years.

The task is huge.

In one of the latest dismal reports, the American Customer Satisfaction Index placed Comcast’s Internet service 297th out of 301 companies for customer satisfaction in July. The index placed Comcast’s TV service at 298th. The only companies with worse satisfaction ratings were Spirit Airlines, Mediacom Communications, and Time Warner Cable’s TV service.

The Internet teems with stories of abused Xfinity customers and Comcast arrogance.

And the cable giant has said before that it would fix its customer service woes and didn’t.

Even customer service professionals say Comcast will have to make fundamental changes to its corporate culture to move the needle on customer satisfaction.

“They really have to think about how decisions were made in the past. That will be the hardest part: having open conversations about things,” said Frank Eliason, a former Comcast employee who developed its first social media outreach on Twitter and who in 2012 published the book “@ Your Service” about attracting customers with better service.

Be happy: Spend, save and give RAMSEY

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Dear Marianne, Some people have a tendency to live in the moment, while others think more about the future. Financially speaking, those who live in the moment tend to be spenders, while the other type tends to be savers.

When you take these kinds of behaviors to

unhealthy extents, you have extreme spenders or extreme savers. Either one can be an unhealthy thing.

Extreme spenders might need to slow down, grow up and learn the value of money by living on a budget, setting savings goals and working to meet these goals.

Extreme savers often operate out of fear and uncertainty. In some cases, they might have an even worse spirit in their

lives – greed. They have to learn that it’s OK to have a little fun spending and to give generously.

When it comes down to it, there are only three uses for money: spending, saving and giving.

You have to do some of all three in order to have a truly happy and healthy life!

–Dave Follow Dave on Twitter (@DaveRamsey), or visit daveramsey.com.

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HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

National Day of Caring was Aug. 15. United Way volunteers assisted at the Dixon Habitat construction site at 1017 S. College Ave., Dixon. Kali and Sean Nave (center), future homeowners, gathered with the crew. Photos submitted by Chris Gelbach.

The Naves gathered with Sean’s co-workers at Plews Edelmann Co. in Dixon. The crew was led by Pat Meadows (second from left, plant manager).

A work crew from Wesley United Methodist Church in Sterling recently helped with construction. The Naves also were on hand to visit with the group.

IN BRIEF Pharmacist earns board certification MORRISON – Daniel Engelkens, community clinical pharmacist at Fitzgerald Pharmacy, recently received certification Daniel by the Board Engelkens of Pharmacy Specialties.

Engelkens earned certification in pharmacotherapy, (therapy using pharmaceutical drugs).

The BPS involves studies in health sciences designed to ensure patients, peers, and allied health care providers of an advanced standard or knowledge and expertise.

Engelkens earned his Doctorate of Clinical Pharmacy degree from Southern Illinois University

Edwardsville, and has been employed at the pharmacy since 2011.

Manlius bank plans shredding day

Hartz at 815-445-3821.

Area financial planner recognized

ROCK FALLS – Edward Jones of Rock Falls has MANLIUS – The public is named Sam Meier a Certiwelcome to bring in paper fied Financial Planner.

Meier successfully comdocuments for shredding pleted CFP Board requirefrom 9 to 11 a.m. Sept. ments, including comple14 at Peoples National tion of financial planning Bank, 109 E. Maple Ave. coursework, and passing For more information about the event, call Mary an examination.

As a CFP, he will complete ongoing continuing education requirements and uphold the board’s code of ethics and professional responsibility and financial planning practice standards.

Sauk Valley Bank loan officer named Sauk Valley Bank has hired Dawn Harrielle of Milledgeville, as a mort-

gage loan officer.

She joins the Sterling east office with more than 15 years of experience in public relations.

Harrielle is a Sterling and Dawn Rock Falls Harrielle area native and graduate of Newman Central Catholic High School in Sterling

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Dinner is served in February 2014 at seat 7A in business class aboard American Airlines flight 137 from London Heathrow to Los Angeles International. It’s one of the airline’s new Boeing 777-300ER aircraft with semi-private all-aisle access compartments in business and first class with fully lie-flat seating, duvets, large flat-panel monitors with first-run movies, and other in-flight entertainment and luxury amenities.

Pampering on purpose Airlines invest in premium travelers, squeeze more into economy section

BY HUGO MARTIN Tribune News Service

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irst-class fliers can secure their furry friends in a special pet cabin on American Airlines. Delta Air Lines’ highest-paying passengers are chauffeured in Porsches and dropped curbside at a private entrance at Los Angeles International Airport.

Not to be outdone, international airline Etihad Airways offers onboard nannies on flights to Dubai.

Flush with record earnings, airlines are trying to keep the profit-party going by investing heavily in pampering highpaying customers while squeezing more people into the already crowded economy section.

“The airlines are thinking more and more every day like retailers,” said industry expert Henry Harteveldt, founder of Atmosphere Research Group. “They are thinking, ‘How do we maximize the profitability on every seat and every flight.’ ” Investing in the premium traveler makes sense: First and business-class travelers rarely cringe at high fares because their travel bills often are picked up by an employer or client. Plus, airline experts say, fares for premium passengers generate a disproportionate share of an airline’s profits while economy fares barely cover fuel and labor costs.

After years of struggling to rebound from deficits and razor-thin profit margins, Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, Delta, Alaska Airlines and American reported record earnings in the 3-month period that ended June 30.

The carriers attributed their rosy financial reports to fuel prices that have dropped nearly 30 percent compared with last year, increased revenues from bag fees and other passenger charges, and steady growth in travel.

American posted the highest net income for any airline in aviation history – $1.9 billion in the second quarter – just 18 months after emerging from bankruptcy. The Fort Worth, Texas, carrier is investing heavily – a total of $2 billion over the next few years – in a menu of extras.

Premium passengers are getting seats that lie completely flat with direct access to an aisle, as well as touch-screen entertainment systems to play free movies and TV shows.

Newly renovated lounges feature showers, cocktail bars and complimentary food, such as Greek yogurt and oatmeal for breakfast. American also has private check-in areas for VIP passengers at airports in Los Angeles, Chicago, Miami and New York.

“They are not going around spending money like drunken sailors, but they are putting it where they see that investing money will pay off,” said Seth Kaplan, managing partner for the trade publication Airline Weekly. “They have the luxury to do that.”

The most expensive amenities and services are reserved for premium fliers on transcontinental, long-haul and international flights.

For flights between L.A. and New York and San Francisco and New York, American this year cre-

The business class cabin aboard American Airlines flight 106 from JFK International to London Heathrow, is seen from seat 14J. ated first-class cabins just for pets. They’re cozy compartments near the flight attendant station to hold a dog or cat in its carrier.

United Airlines, Delta and American have begun offering chauffeured cars to help premier travelers make connections at Los Angeles International Airport. But not just any cars: United uses Mercedes Benz cars, Delta picks up its travelers in Porsches, and American relies on Cadillacs to transport its most prized passengers.

In June, Delta completed a $229 million terminal upgrade at LAX that includes a private curbside entrance for the carrier’s biggest spenders.

Top-grade passengers – part of a new category dubbed Delta One – get whisked into a private lounge, away from snooping paparazzi, where they are offered

free snacks and drinks and access to an expedited security checkpoint.

The reception and ambience are upmarket, with a desk made by a local artist from parts off a retired DC-9.

Delta has hired a master sommelier to match wines with the onboard meals for the high-paying passengers.

“We have continued to invest in the people who invest the most in us,” Delta spokesman Anthony Black said.

United began Aug. 1 to hand out new amenity bags to premium international passengers. The bags include high-end Cowshed skin-care products from London’s Soho House & Co., which operates private member’s clubs.

Etihad Airways last year introduced nannies, trained at Norland College in England, to entertain, feed and pamper

the children of premium passengers on long flights.

Some of the airline investments are trickling down to economy fliers, too.

Many of the new aircraft that have been ordered in the past few years include charging outlets for all seats, wireless Internet and improved entertainment systems.

A few airlines, including United, American and Delta, have restored free beer and wine for economy passengers on long flights.

American Airlines spokesman Casey Norton said premium passengers are important to the airline, but the latest investments benefit all passengers.

“We are going to offer a product that differentiates us from the competition and make sure that we provide a travel experience that custom-

ers like and want to buy,” Norton said.

Still, the trickle-down effect goes only so far to satisfy regular travelers.

Airlines are employing fewer staffers at airport terminals, leaving travelers to check themselves in at computer kiosks and self-serve bag-check machines.

Las Vegas’ McCarran International Airport is a pioneer, with more than 400 kiosks, including machines that scan passports and allow passengers to tag their own luggage.

And most airlines are cramming in as many passengers as possible to increase profits. By replacing older seats with light-weight versions offering thinner seatback cushions, airlines free up room to insert an extra row or two of seats.

“What we have now is cattle cars in the sky,” said Rich Gritta, a professor of finance and transportation at the University of Portland in Oregon. “Flying is no longer the fun experience it used to be.”

United Airlines, for example, recently finished installing slim-line seats in all its Airbus planes. On its heavily used short- to medium-range A319s and A320s, the airline has added six to 12 additional seats per cabin – a move that’s getting poor marks from customers.

“The new slim-line seats on the A320 are terrible,” a passenger posted on the SeatGuru.com website.

“Although they claim to offer more legroom, I felt extremely squished.

When the person in front reclined their seat I had no space available to really move my legs.”

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RIBBON CUTTINGS

K’s Korners, 13030 Galt Road, Sterling, had a ribbon-cutting ceremony Aug. 15. Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and ambassadors, and Rock Falls Chamber of Commerce members joined Andy (front row, from left) and Marion Younger, owners; Valerie Wilson; Kaidy Younger; Cole Younger; and Lori Younger. Photos submitted by SVACC.

Sauk Valley Physical Therapy had a ribbon-cutting ceremony Aug. 29 for its new facility in the Westwood Sports Complex, at 1900 Westwood Drive, Sterling. With Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce ambassadors are (in no particular order are) Donnie Early, clinic director, physical therapist; Kayla Roth, physical therapist; Meghan Wilinski, director of marketing; and Scott Shumard, Sterling city manager.

THRIVENT DONATION

The Whiteside County Branch of Thrivent Financial, through its Care Abounds in Communities Program, matched $358 from a recent fundraiser by Good Neighbor Emergency Center in Sterling. Larry Cooper (left), on behave of Thrivent, presented the check to Phil Gronbach, president of Good Neighbor. The center provides referral and or financial assistance to people when their needs cannot be met by other agencies. Photo submitted by Harold Dale.

SABER PRESENTATION Andrew Valentino, the son of Anthony and Kelly Valentino of Sterling, was awarded the McNarny Saber July 21 at the Culver Summer Schools and Camps Upper School Retreat Parade in Culver, Indiana. The saber is presented each summer in memory of the late Michael McNarny, a former Culver aviation camper, to the aviation school first sergeant for use during the last weeks of camp. His parents, Pat and Judy McNarny of Logansport, Indiana, presented the award. Photo submitted by Doug Haberland.

New reads at Dixon library DIXON – The following books are available at Dixon Public Library, 221 S. Hennepin Ave.: Fiction: “Miss Emily,” by Nuala O’Connor; “The Visitors,” by Sally Beauman; “Kiss Me,” by Susan Mallery; “Speaking in Bones,”

by Kathy Reichs; “The Naked Eye,” by Iris and Roy Johansen; “When the Moon is Low,” by Nadia Hashimi; “Badlands,” by C.J. Box; “The Forgotten,”

by Heather Graham; “The Kind Worth Killing,” by Peter Swanson; “Code of Conduct,” by Brad Thor; “Naked Greed,” by Stuart Woods; “Who Do You Love,” by Jennifer Weiner; “Deadly Assets,” by W.E.B. Griffin; “The Way of Sorrows,” by Jon Steele; “In Every Way,” by Nic Brown; “Ideal,” by Ayn Rand; “Black-eyed Susans,” by Julia Heaberlin; “Silver Linings,” by Debbie Macomber; “In the Dark Places,” by Peter Robinson; “The Diver’s Clothes Lie Empty,” by Vendela Vida; “Bones and All,” by Camille DeAngelis; “A Better Man,” by Leah McLaren; “Friction,” by Sandra Brown; “We Never Asked for Wings,” by Vanessa Diffenbaugh; “The Murderer’s Daughter,” by Jonathan Kellerman; “Last Bus to Wisdom,” by Ivan Doig; “Iron Wolf,” by Dale Brown; “Starlight on Willow Lake,” by Susan Wiggs; “The Nature of the Beast,”

by Louise Penny; “Wildest Dreams,” by Robyn Carr; “The Taming of the Queen,” by Phillipa Carr; and “The Last Time I Saw Her,” by Karen Robards.

Mysteries: “X,” by Sue Grafton; “Candy Corn Murder,” by Leslie Meier; “A Pattern of Lies,” by Charles Todd; “Who Let the Dog Out?,” by David Rosenfelt; “Scents and Sensibility,” by Spencer Quinn; “Folly,” by Stella Cameron; “If Onions Could Spring Leeks,” by Paige Shelton; “Silent Creed,” by Alex Kava; “Brush Back,” by Sara Paretsky; “Long Upon the Land,” by Margaret Maron; and “The Novel Habits of Happiness,” by Alexander M. Smith.

Christian Fiction: “The Gift,” by Wanda Brunstetter; “War Room,” by Chris Fabry; “A House Divided,”

by Robert Whitlow; “Her Brother’s Keeper,” by Beth Wiseman; “A Heart’s Promise,” by Colleen Coble; “Not by Sight,” by Kate Breslin; “A Heart’s Home,” by Colleen Coble; and “Gathering Shadows,”

by Nancy Mehl.

Westerns: “Last Indian Summer,” by Richard Davis; “Lone Rider,” by Lewis Patten; “The Range War of ’82,” by Ethan Wolfe; and “An Uneasy Alliance,” by J.D. March.

Science Fiction and Fantasy: “The Long Mars,”

by Terry Pratchett and Stephen Baxter; “Half a War,” by Joe Abercrombie; “Veiled,” by Benedict Jacka; “Dragonbane,” by Sherrilyn Kenyon; and “The Veil,” by Chloe Neill.

Large Print: “The Unfortunate Importance of Beauty,” by Amanda Filipacchi; “Crow Fair,”

by Thomas McGuane; “The Witch of Painted Sorrows,” by M.J. Rose; “Sweet Annie,” by Cheryl St. John; “I, Ripper,” by Stephen Hunter; “The Children’s Crusade,” by Ann Packer; “Fire in the Night,” by Linda Byler; “Go Set a Watchman,” by Harper Lee; “The Rumor,”

by Elin Hilderbrand; “Killing Monica,” by Candace Bushnell; “The Guest Cottage,” by Nancy Thayer; “Miss Emily,” by Nuala O’Connor; “The Tutor,”

by Andrea Chapin; “The Stranger She Loved,” by Shanna Hogan; “The Naked Eye,” by Iris and Roy Johansen; “Crazy Love You,” by Lisa Unger; “Sweet Tea and Secrets,” by Nancy Naigle; “The Sweetness of Honey,” by Alison Kent; and “The Mountain Story,” by Lori Lansens.

The book group selection for September is “Girl with a Pearl Earring,” by Tracy Chevalier.

For more information, call the library at 815-2847261.

Vendor, craft show planned STERLING – The CGH Health Foundation Vendor, Craft Show and Bake Sale will be Sept. 18.

The annual event, open to the public, will be from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in Classroom 1 and 2 in Ryberg Auditorium at CGH Medi-

cal Center, 100 E. LeFevre Road.

The 28 vendors include crafters and local consultants. A silent auction, with items donated by vendors, will take place, as well as a gold ticket basket, with a value of more than

$100, to be raffled.

For more information or to make a contribution, go to cghmc.com/ foundation or contact Joan Hermes, Foundation executive director, at joan. hermes@cghmc.com or 815-625-0400, ext. 5672.

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Saturday, September 5, 2015

CARSON AND BARNES CIRCUS

A fairy drops fairy dust as she spins from the top of the big top Sept. 2 at the Carson and Barnes Circus.

The show made a 1-day stop in Rock Falls.

UNDER THE BIG TOP

Photos by Philip Marruffo/pmarruffo@saukvalley.com

TOP: The Performing Pachyderms take a bow before leaving the ring. ABOVE: Fans of the circus turn in coupons to get a free ballon. ABOVE-RIGHT: The Rosales Family show off their juggling skills to the awe of the crowd. RIGHT: Sandra Omar performs with her poodles in the “Oodles of Poodles and Tons of Fun” act at the Carson and Barnes Circus.

The show again made a stop at Gieson Motor Sports in Rock Falls.