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WEEKEND ENTERPRISE | HEALTH CARE

‘Shocked’ by 102% rate hike Dixon couple’s premium leads local legislators to say issue should be looked at

BY MATT MENCARINI mmencarini@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5529

DIXON – David and Cheryl Long bought long-term care insurance about 10 years ago to protect their assets in the event one or both had to move into a nursing home.

The insurance was supposed to offset some of the cost of long-term care, be it in-home

care, assisted living, or a nursing home.

“I had had friends that were in car accidents, a couple of them were single, not married and they ended up having to recover at a nursing home,” David Long said. “And it ended up coming out of their assets because insurance only covers 30 days in a nursing home.”

On Sept. 10, the Longs, both

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71 and of Dixon, received a letter from MetLife, their insurance provider, telling them that their premium would increase by 102 percent.

If they keep the insurance for both, it will cost about $340 a month, compared to about $170 before the increase.

“I was shocked,” Long said.

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The Longs are retired and living on a fixed income. Cheryl Long worked for the Illinois Department of Transportation, and David Long worked out of Local 25 Pipefitters Union.

They’re now faced with a decision: They can pay the increase, reduce the daily benefit by half, or cancel their policies.

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DIXON SCHOOLS | FACILITIES PLAN

Citizens question process Urge officials to preserve ‘landmark’ high school building

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

Photos by Alex T. Paschal/apaschal@saukvalley.com

Tara Harms explains how a horse’s height is measured to a group of Merrill Elementary School fifth-graders Friday. The students learned about horses through a number of different activities during their visit to Copper Bit Ranch in Sterling.

See more photos on Page A9

DIXON – Greg Wegner said Dixon High School could be a state-of-the-art school in its current location.

“That building can be modernized and made into a worldclass school,” said Wegner, who spent 8 years on the Dixon school board in the 1990s.

“You don’t have to build a new school to do all this.”

A group of community members came together Wednesday to discuss the future of the Dixon School District and, in particular, Dixon High School.

School officials have urged people to comment on the district’s long-term plan for school facilities.

Superintendent Michael Juenger said school officials are gathering information, and nothing has been approved.

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ABOVE: Copper Bit riding student Ali Poole demonstrates to a group of students how a rein is used to control a horse. The students were on a field trip from Merrill Elementary School in Rock Falls. RIGHT: Annaliesse Garriott, 10, clears the first obstacle as she runs the riding course Friday at Copper Bit Ranch. Every year, Tom and Joan Harms open their ranch up to students at the Rock Falls school where Tom used to teach.

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COMMUNITY WATCH Chad T. Russell, 43, of Rock Falls; 2:18 p.m.

Thursday at Sterling Police Department; Whiteside County warrant for obstructing court order; posted $300 cash bond.

Hector J. Mendez, 42, of Sterling; 5:38 p.m. Thursday at East Third Street and 12th Avenue; no valid insurance, unsecured child; given notice to appear in court.

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David and Cheryl Long of Dixon have seen their premium for long-term care insurance increase by 102 percent this year. They’re now faced with deciding whether to keep the insurance for both of them and pay $340 a month, reduce the benefit by half, or cancel their policies.

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In an emailed statement, MetLife said it determined increases were needed on four of its long-term care insurance policies and filed increase requests with state regulators.

“While we regret the impact of a rate increase to policyholders, current premiums need to be adjusted due to the cumulative changes in actuarial assumptions since the time these products were initially priced,” the statement said. “The impact of evolving assumptions on pricing is a challenge the industry is facing overall. To date, MetLife has implemented an increase on these policies in 39 states.”

The company declined to comment on the rate increases requested and approved in the 38 other states.

A failed bill On Feb. 19, 2013, state Rep. Robyn Gabel, D-Evanston, filed House Bill 2333, which sought to cap the increase in longterm care premiums at 15 percent a year.

Gabel said she became aware that might be an issue worth addressing after hearing about it from her constituents.

“I just feel that people, they pay into it and they pay into it, and

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then at a certain point it becomes unaffordable,” she said.

In a news release from February 2013, Andrew Boron, director of the Illinois Department of Insurance, supported Gabel’s proposed legislation.

“State regulators have no discretion to limit premium increases if the rate filing meets standards, so we set out to change the law to further protect consumers,” he said in the release. “This proposal would impose a 15 percent cap on rate increases on all existing and future long-term care premiums, regardless of age or benefit configuration.”

After the bill was introduced, it was referred to the General Assembly’s Rules Committee. Two co-sponsors were added before it was assigned to the Insurance Committee and then re-referred to the Rules Committee on March 22, 2013.

That’s where the bill stopped.

Gabel said it was a hard year in the General Assembly, but that she’s optimistic the new session starting in January will bring new life to the bill.

State Sen. Tim Bivins, R-Dixon, said when Long called his office about the issue, it was the first time he’d heard about it.

It was his understanding, Bivins said, that the increase came about from a variety of rea-

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sons, including a relatively small pool of policy holders and longterm investments, which insurance companies are required to make, that didn’t have the return they expected.

In the short term, the Legislature can’t do much to help people like the Longs, Bivins said, but it’s an issue he’ll look into during the next session.

State Rep. Tom Demmer, R-Dixon, said the increase the Longs face is too much.

“I would agree that something needs to be done in a case like that,” he said. “It seems absurd.”

The Department of Insurance wasn’t able to answer questions this week.

Long said he isn’t looking to be vindictive, but said he and his wife will now have to make a difficult decision about what to do and what’s the best way to protect their assets and ensure quality care in the future.

The Longs can appeal to the Department of Insurance, but that process takes between 30 and 90 days, long after they’ll have to make a decision.

Overall, Long wants to raise awareness about something he and his wife don’t think is right.

“A policy goes from $177 to [$346], you feel like there’s some larceny in somebody’s heart,” he said.

McDivittt Thank You Thank you for thhe cards, calls andd gifts for our 50th Anniversary. Thankks to eveeryone who came to the p r y to shharr our day wit us. Special thanks to ouur children and grandchildren for giving us such a special day.

Correction An incorrect date for the birthday of Tom Dale was published in the birthday listings on page A2 of Friday’s editions.

Mr. Dale’s birthday is today, Oct. 11.

We regret the error.

POLICE Sterling Police Nicholas J. Velazquez, 24, of Sterling; 4:14 a.m.

Thursday at East Third Street and Eighth Avenue; resisting a peace officer, illegal sound amplification; given notice to appear in court.

Brittany D. Mitchell, 29, of Sterling; 7:58 a.m. Thursday at 15th Avenue and East Sixth Street; disobeyed stop sign; given notice to appear in court.

Randy J. Rippy, 37, of Sterling; 9:16 a.m. Thursday in the 2400 block of East Lincolnway; no seat belt; posted driver’s license as bond.

Craig D. Neal, 18, of Sterling; 11:49 a.m. Thursday at Sterling Police Department; Whiteside County warrant for failure to appear on a charge of no valid driver’s license; posted $300 cash bond.

Major D. Storball, 32, of Sterling; 12:13 p.m. Thursday in the 1800 block of Second Avenue; Whiteside County warrant for failure to appear on a charge of possession of cocaine; posted $200 cash bond.

William H. Highsmith, 53, of Mendota; 1:09 p.m. Thursday in the 400 block of Locust Street; use of electronic device while driving; posted driver’s license as bond.

Penelope R. Stoudt, 76, of Morrison; 3:30 p.m.

Tuesday at Windsor Manor; aggravated battery; taken to Whiteside County Jail.

Keith Hayenga, age unavailable, of Morrison; Sept.

25; two counts of dog running at large; issued citation.

Girl, 17, of Morrison; Sept.

27; improper lane usage – accident; issued citation.

Karen E. Kuhn, 21, of Rock Falls; Sept. 27; failure to notify Secretary of State of change of address; issued citation.

Jacob S. Paschal, 19, of Morrison; Sept. 27; speeding; issued citation.

Arlett L. Van Damme, 67, of Erie; Sept. 29; speeding; issued citation.

Erie P. Janvrin, 56, of Morrison; Sept. 29; operating uninsured vehicle and use of cellphone while driving; issued citation.

Jeronimo T. Echebarria, 20, of Fulton; Oct. 3; use of cellphone while driving; issued citation.

Amber L. Wood, 36, of Morrison; Oct. 3; operating uninsured vehicle; issued citation.

Kathy R. Griffy, 65, of Thomson; Oct. 5; speeding; issued citation.

Raymond J.E. Tarbill Jr., 28, of Morrison; Monday; 24-hour parking ordinance violation; issued citation.

Girl, 17, of Morrison; Tuesday; speeding; issued citation.

Cody A. Johnson, 18, of Silvis; Wednesday; driving while license suspended, operating uninsured vehicle; issued citation.

Heather Ann Wilcox, 31, of Dixon; 11:01 p.m. Thursday; warrant for order of commitment – rule to show cause; posted $300 bond and given notice to appear in court.

Adam Christopher Portner, 28, of Dixon; 3:11 p.m. Thursday; warrant for criminal damage to property, warrant for unlawful possession of cannabis less than 2.5 grams; posted bond and given notice to appear in court.

Caitlin Marie Dissell, 25, of Oregon; 11:35 a.m. Thursday; warrant for petition to revoke probation – driving while license suspended; posted bond and given notice to appear in court.

Sarah K. Beckingham, 35, of Dixon; 9:44 a.m.

Thursday; warrant for unlawful use of building; posted $300 bond and given notice to appear in court.

Ogle County Sheriff Kevin M. Krich, 33, of Rockford; Thursday; warrant for failure to appear; released on $1,000 recognizance bond and given notice to appear in court.

Autumn N. Zeisler, 27, of Rockford; Thursday; warrant for failure to appear; released with notice to appear in court.

Araseli Rice, 42, of Cherry Valley; Thursday; warrant for failure to appear; released with notice to appear in court.

Charles Peterson, 34, of Byron; Thursday; warrant for failure to appear; released with notice to appear in court.

BIRTHDAYS Happy birthday to David Maynard, Seig Veil, Tom Dale, Wanda Nicholson, Angelina Meiners, and Natalie Pistole, all on Saturday.

Happy birthday to Crystal Lee, Andrew Garland, 5, Lyle Maberry, Pat Tompkins, Pat Smith, Tim Drane, and Sean Peck, all on Sunday.

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THE PEOPLE’S VOICE | THE PATTERSONS OF DIXON

‘All of life is a team effort’ Program gives couple award, and zest for life

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here’s a reason certain clichés get so popular.

As a sports writer, there came a point where I could pretty much set my watch to the moment in the interview when the coach would say, “This was a team effort.”

It takes a village. I couldn’t have done it alone. There’s strength in numbers.

Like those of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John, there are several versions to this gospel. Then there’s the Rev. Leo and Linda Patterson’s version.

Their story is chock full of verses attesting to the power of teamwork. Leo has seen it in his congregations from LaMoille to Chicago. Since he retired in 2004, he has seen the influence a teammate can have during his service as a visitation pastor for St. Paul Lutheran Church in Dixon.

Recently, the duo of about a half-century joined something of an all-star team. In December, with the world outside frozen solid, they realized walking around their neighborhood was no longer safe, between the ice and the degenerative arthritis in Linda’s hip that forced her to drag her leg while she walked.

Leo, a Rotarian of 32 years who turns 75 this month, heard about a Rotary Club program with the Dixon Family YMCA. Healthways SilverSneakers Fitness, a group for seniors, had partnerships with the Y, as well as KSB Hospital.

“What was so exciting about it was the partnerships that are absolutely fantastic,” Leo said Monday afternoon in their kitchen, practically leaping out of his chair with excitement. “I’m not just joining the Y. I’m basically joining three organizations.”

Some quick homework revealed that the Pattersons’ insurance covered their membership in full.

Fit is a relative term Now, Leo’s story isn’t like one you’d see in

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The Rev. Leo Patterson (right) talks about his journey to being physically fit during a presentation of the Photos by Michael Krabbenhoeft/mkrabbenhoeft@saukvalley.com 2014 Richard L. Swanson Award by Andy McFarlane Linda (left) and Leo Patterson (center) mingle with guests during a lunch at the (left), CEO of Dixon Family YMCA. Patterson’s wife, Dixon Family YMCA following a presentation of the Healthways SilverSneakers Linda, (center) also maintains a healthy lifestyle by Fitness program’s 2014 Richard L. Swanson Award. swimming regularly at the Dixon YMCA. experience, so they sent something,” Leo said. “I him to an NAACP meetchristopher have choices to make. ing. In the 1960s, in a HEIMERMAN When I’m part of this rough Rock Island neighroutine, I have more Heimerman is borhood, mind you. the Night News hours and more energy.”

The idea was that he Editor at Sauk “We’re not trying to would learn how it feels Valley Media. break any record on lonto be in the minority. But He can be gevity,” Linda said. “But reached at Linda’s father insisted cheimerman@ while we’re on the route, on accompanying Leo, saukvalley. we’d like to be healthy.” as his wife attended the com or A celebration was held seminary with Leo, and 800-798-4085, Oct. 3 at the Y, the place ext. 5523. neither could bear to see where Leo finds inspirathe young man put in tion every day. harm’s way.

Weight Watchers, or “These people at the Y “My mother just adored even the one you read in are just fantastic,” Leo Leo,” Linda said. “She A sign at the front doors of the Dixon Family YMCA this publication earlier said. “And it’s motivating just adored him. And on Oct. 3 congratulates Leo Patterson. this year, about Y CEO – whether I’m there at 6 when I heard my dad was Andrew McFarlane losa.m., in the afternoon, or of his wife’s sister. Twelve and, while some clubs going, I asked, ‘Can I go, ing 50 pounds. in the evening – to see Y years ago, the roles were send as many as 30 kids, too?’”

No, Leo needed only staff members, all these reversed, while her sister some don’t send any at all.

She did, and Leo asked to tone up a little. Shed people trying to improve and family waited for their As for the outdoor center, her out that night. After 10 pounds and the themselves physically.” it’s active year-round. And she served a year with the house to be built. accompanying lethargy.

Linda was a gymnast “That ties in with Silver free. Like RYLA. And SilAmerican Red Cross in Sleep through the night when she was younger.

Sneakers and the Y,” Leo verSneakers.

South Korea, they were without the help of pills.

A substitute teacher in said. “All of life is a team “What’s not to like?” married in 1967.

Divert what his docOregon, she still has to effort. When we see it as Linda said. “We would They have two sons, Dr. tor called pre-diabetic escort kids around a lot. like to share this. We have David, 46, and Andrew, 42, that, that it’s not about indicators, no doubt trig- So she has put in countme, it’s a beautiful thing.” so many of the best-kept and five grandchildren. gered by his sweet tooth. less laps in the pool and secrets in our synod. We One of the grandkids The program helped with hours stretching in the just want more people to belongs to Andrew, who Eager to all that and more. Leo no hot tub. Therapy at KSB know the benefits of it.” was recently downsized longer sees the chiropracshare secrets has been invaluable, but Honestly, it’s not clear

by Honeywell after the tor, and regular exercise Leo added weight trainwhether just Leo was The Pattersons have a company transferred him restored the couple’s zest ing to his regimen to help to Chandler, Arizona – honored by SilverSneaklot of what Linda calls for life, so much that Linda her in all other situations. coincidentally, the home ers, or maybe it was “best-kept secrets,” penned an essay for the “He knew he was having both him and Linda. The but they want to spill base for SilverSneakers.

Richard L. Swanson Award to support me,” Linda said. award has his name on the beans. A fervent Andrew, with his two committee.

“I would hang on his arm. it, but the organization’s volunteer, she relishes master’s degrees, will “The experience has ‘Gimme an arm! I need news release mentions most certainly be just fine. programs like the Rotary been transformative,” you to pull me along!’” both of them.

Youth Leadership While he looks for work, said Linda, who turns 71 Here’s what I do know, Awards and the Lutheran however, the team has next month. “It’s even picked him up, as his fam- Outdoor Ministry Center. though: It doesn’t matter.

Looking out for better than when we got RYLA is held every spring It takes a team, after all. ily is staying at the home married.” teammates The essay won, and Leo Another glaring examwas honored with the ple of teamwork had led hardware given to a senior to Leo and Linda getting whose healthy behavior together. While he was has made a difference in studying at the Lutheran his or her own life and per- School of Theology at haps has inspired others.

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FUNERAL SERVICES FOR THE WEEK Today’s visitations: Donald G. Wernick Sr. of Dixon, 10-11 a.m. at Chapel Hill Funeral Home in Dixon.

Today’s funerals: Donald G. Wernick Sr. of Dixon, 11 a.m. at Chapel Hill Funeral Home in Dixon.

Sunday visitations: Donald F. Conn of Polo, 1-4 p.m. at Polo Family Funeral Home.

Thomas K. “Tom” DeArvil of Oregon, 1:30-2:30 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Oregon.

Robert E. “Bobby” Mar-

tin Jr. of Rockford, formerly of Sterling, 2-4:45 p.m., followed by Masonic service at 5 p.m., at Schilling Funeral Home in Sterling.

Marta I. Vinson of Sterling, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls.

Sunday funerals: Thomas K. “Tom” DeArvil of Oregon, 2:30 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Oregon.

Monday visitations: Marta I. Vinson of Sterling, gathering of family

Marta I. Vinson of Sterling, 10 a.m. memorial service at McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls.

Donald F. Conn of Polo, 10:30 a.m. Mass at St. Mary Catholic Church in Oregon.

Clarence Millerschoen of Sterling, 3:30 p.m. at New Life Lutheran Church in Sterling.

Tuesday funerals: Marian E. De Castris of Mendota, formerly of Amboy, 10:30 a.m. Mass at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in Sublette.

and friends, 9-10 a.m. at McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls.

Clarence Millerschoen of Sterling, 2:30-3:30 p.m. at New Life Lutheran Church in Sterling.

Marian E. De Castris of Mendota, formerly of Amboy, 5-8 p.m. at Merritt Funeral Home in Mendota.

Monday funerals: Robert E. “Bobby” Martin Jr. of Rockford, formerly of Sterling, 10 a.m. at New Life Lutheran Church in Sterling.

OBITUARIES Clarence Millerschoen STERLING – Clarence Millerschoen, 90, of Sterling, passed away peacefully Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2014, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling, surrounded by his loving family.

Clarence was born Dec. 23, 1923, in Stockton, the son of Jacob and Magdalena (Brudi) Millerschoen. He served in the Army Air Forces. He married Loretta Johnson on Nov. 23, 1945, in Springfield. She preceded him in death on Feb 13, 1996, after celebrating 50 years of marriage.

He married Barbara Magill on Aug. 14, 2008, in Sterling.

Clarence retired from Lawrence Brothers Co.. and was a charter member of New Life Lutheran Church.

Survivors include his wife, Barbara; two sons, Allan (Paula) Millerschoen of Sterling and

Brian (Ramona) Millerschoen of Sussex, Wisconsin; three special granddaughters, Monika (Jeff) Heinzelman of Sussex, Brianna (John) Maas of Rock Falls, and Jenny (Larry) Thome of Mount Calvary, Wisconsin; and four blessed greatgrandchildren, Jacob and Morgan Heinzelman and Carli and Sam Thome.

Visitation will be from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Monday and the funeral at 3:30 p.m. Monday at New Life Lutheran Church in Sterling, with the Rev. William Sullivan, pastor, officiating. Burial will be at Riverside Cemetery in Sterling. Schilling Funeral Home in Sterling is handling arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established.

Visit schillingfuneralhome.com to send condolences.

Marian E. Bieser De Castris MENDOTA – Marian E. Bieser De Castris, 87, of Mendota, formerly of Amboy, passed away Friday, Oct. 10, 2014, at Heritage Manor in Mendota.

She was born Oct. 14, 1926, in Sublette, the daughter of Ralph and Bernice (Glaser) Lauer.

She was united in marriage to Willam E. Bieser, who preceded her in death in 1990. She remarried Valentino De Castris, who preceded her in death in August 2014.

Marian enjoyed traveling, especially to visit her children and grandchildren.

She liked gardening and flowers, and was an avid reader. She was a loving and devoted mother and grandmother.

She is survived by four sons, Stephen (Diane) Bieser of Dixon, David (Brenda) Bieser and Robert Bieser, both of Murietta, California, and Paul Bieser of Seneca, New York; five grandchildren,

Bryan, Tyler, Holli, Zach, and Eric; two brothers, Allen Lauer and Donald (Joan) Lauer; two sisters, Rita (Val) Fischbach and Lynn (Jerry) O’Sadnick; a sister-in-law, Alice Lauer; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She also was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Raymond Lauer; and a sister-inlaw, Shirley Lauer.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday at Merritt Funeral Home, 800 Monroe St., Mendota. The Funeral Mass will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in Sublette, with the Rev. Randy Fronek, celebrant, officiating. Burial will be at St. Mary Cemetery in Sublette.

Memorials may be made to Kreider Services, 500 Anchor Road, Dixon, IL 61021.

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Stanley A. ‘Stan’ VanOosten Oct. 13, 1948 – Oct. 8, 2014 OKLAHOMA CITY – Stan A. VanOosten passed away suddenly Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2014, traveling to Nevada to celebrate his birthday with his family.

Stan and his wife, Sheri, were married for 47 years, and met in 1967 at Offutt Air Force Base, where Stan was stationed in the Air Force. He was in grocery retail management and recently retired from Walgreen’s after many years. Fishing with his son and grandkids was his happiest time. He always had a good fish story to tell. The loves of his life were St. Louis Cardinals baseball and Nebraska Cornhuskers football. Our dog, Herbie, was his best friend and confidant, and will be lost without Stan.

He is survived by his wife, Sheri; parents, Paul and Francis VanOosten of Sterling; children, Shane (NataIie)

VanOosten of Edmond, Oklahoma, Staci Bell of Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Shannon (Justin) McKenzie of Nevada; sisters, Paula (Al) Millerschoen and Robin (Doug) McDuffy; and brothers, Tom VanOosten and Scott (Lori) VanOosten.

Papa was proud of all eight of his grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his brother-inlaw and fishing buddy, Jan Gordon.

The memorial service will be at 1 p.m. today at Hahn-Cook, Street & Draper Chapel, 6600 Broadway Extension, Oklahoma City.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Deaconess Open Arms Clinic, 5252 N. Meridian Ave., Suite 101, Oklahoma City, OK 73112.

He’s in heaven now, listening to the Cardinals and Huskers with a pole in the water.

Forever Gone Fishing.

Donald F. Conn POLO – Donald F. Conn, 75, of Polo, passed away Friday, Oct. 10, 2014, at Serenity Hospice & Home in Oregon.

Don was born March 22, 1939, in Chicago, the son of Ernest and Myrtle (Riden) Conn. He was united in marriage to his first wife, Eunice Janicki, on May 10, 1958, in Chicago. She preceded him in death in December 2010. He since remarried his wife, Janice McCaslin, on Nov. 24, 2012, in Oregon. He owned and operated Conn Vending for many years.

Survivors include his wife, Janice; daughters, Tammy (Steve) Alger of Miller, Missouri, and Joyce Cannon of

McHenry; sons, Steven (Laura) Conn of Crystal Lake and Timothy (Maria) Conn of Lake Villa; 16 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

He also was preceded in death by a grandson, Brian Cannon.

Visitation will be from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday at Polo Family Funeral Home, 110 E. Dixon St. Celebration of the Mass Of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m.

Monday at St. Mary Catholic Church, 881 N. Mongan Drive, Oregon. Burial will be at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery in Polo.

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Consultant says there are no preconceived notions in planning QUESTION

CONTINUED FROM A1

Officials want the plan to come from a collaboration among school officials, the district board, and the community.

The school district held a community forum Sept. 30, and five more forums are scheduled in the coming months.

Even though DHS was built in the 1920s, many community members want to keep the landmark in place.

“There are three options to choose from,” Wegner said.

“You can keep the school the way it is, build a new school in a cornfield, or keep the high school where it is and modernize it. I believe you can modernize the school without building new.”

Diane Cornwell, whose son Paul was salutatorian in the Dixon High class of 2000, agrees that the current building can be updated.

“They are having these meetings like we are trying to improve our schools, but the direction we all feel they are going is to build a new high school out of town,” said Cornwell, who taught and was a substitute teacher in the district for 20 years.

“People want to say classrooms are not large enough. You are just putting more kids in the classrooms, because they did not shrink.”

Wegner said DHS is one of the most recognizable buildings in Dixon.

“It’s in the center of town, and it’s a landmark,” Wegner said. “It has a lot of value in the community.”

Wegner and his wife, Linda, have three students who graduated from DHS: Kate, in 1998; Joe, in 2001; and Kimi, in 2007.

Another concern discussed was attendance centers in the school district. Washington Elementary houses kindergarten and firstgrade students; Jefferson Elementary School houses second- and third-graders; Madison Elementary School has fourth- and fifth-grade students; and Reagan Middle School has sixththrough eighth-graders.

“Most people are unhappy that we have attendance centers and we don’t have neighborhood schools,” said Cornwell, whose other son, Scott, graduated in

Plan to attend Members of the community are invited to give input on the Dixon School District’s long-term facilities plan.

The next community forum will begin at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 23 at the Dixon High School cafeteria, 300 Lincoln Statue Drive.

Other forums are scheduled for Nov. 24, Dec. 16, Jan. 28, and Feb. 23. Locations and times will be announced later.

Visit plandixonschools.info for more information on the facilities plan.

2002 from DHS. “Everyone is bused around town.”

Linda Wegner of Dixon said she likes the way things used to be, when students went to a neighborhood school.

“The way it is now, kid are moving around every couple of years,” she said. “We had a perfect system.”

She also questioned the role of Amy Yurko, whom the board hired to lead facility planning.

“She is an architect, and they hired her for a reason, and if she is a facilitator, why didn’t she just talk with us at the last forum?” Wegner said. “I felt like she was steering the audience the way she wanted. To me, that seems like a conflict of interest.”

Yurko, founder of BrainSpaces, an educational facilities planning consultant based in Chicago, was hired by the board in June to lead the district’s strategic planning.

“Amy will not develop this plan,” Juenger said.

“She will lead this community through the process of developing a plan.”

Yurko said there are no preconceived notions with the facilities plan.

“I am not the architect for the project, so I do not have anything to gain one way or another,” she said. “I have nothing to gain from this plan, whether there is a new school that is built or not.”

Juenger said he would love for more people to be part of the process and attend the scheduled forums.

“No one will belittle anyone for their thoughts,” Juenger said.

“Many other people in the room may have the exact same thoughts.

We are getting a pulse for what the community would like to see.”

AMBOY

Man hurt in Lee County rollover

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

AMBOY – A Poplar Grove man was taken to a Rockford-area hospital after his car rolled over south of Amboy on Rockyford Road just before

noon Friday, according to a news release from the Lee County Sheriff’s Department.

David Bullard, 56, was driving a Chevrolet pickup truck south on Rockyford Road, just south of Maytown

Road, when it went off a curve and rolled into a ditch, the news release said.

Authorities believe his truck veered off the edge of the road at the curve, then when Bullard overcorrected, he lost control

of the truck.

Bullard was not wearing a seat belt at the time of the accident, police reported. He was flown to Rockford Memorial Hospital, where his condition was unavailable Friday afternoon.

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2014 ELECTION | VOTING

Voters using more absentee ballots locally Clerks attribute increase to campaigns mailing applications

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

STERLING – With the deadline to cast an absentee ballot not until the end of the month, Lee and Whiteside county voters are already making sure their voices are heard.

So far this year, 425 people in Lee County have asked that ballots be mailed to them. In Whiteside County, 1,465 people applied.

Of those numbers, 289 Lee County residents have returned their ballots: 128 in person, and 161 by mail.

In Whiteside County, that number is 271, with 49 people returning ballots in person, and 222 mailing them back.

Both Whiteside and Lee County clerks have noticed an uptick this year in the number of people asking that ballots be mailed to them.

That’s something they

attribute to various campaigns that have sent mailings with the absentee-voter application.

“People already have it in their hands, so all they have to do is put it in the mail,” said Dana Nelson, Whiteside County clerk.

She compared numbers for applications in Whiteside County from this year to the past two elections. Two years ago, she said, 1,092 voters asked for ballots by mail. Four years ago, only 707 did.

This year’s numbers have already surpassed those, and voters still have the rest of the month to apply.

“They’re just coming in in droves,” Nelson said.

Election Day is Nov. 4.

Absentee voters must request ballots by Oct. 30, and those must be postmarked or turned into the clerk’s office by Nov. 3.

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INTERNET SECURITY

Dixon Dairy Queen affected by data breach Oregon, Rochelle stores impacted, too

For more information

BY MATT MENCARINI mmencarini@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5529

Go to www.dq.com/ datasecurityincident/ for more information.

DIXON – The Dixon Dairy Queen is among nearly 400 locations that were affected by a data breach, the company reported.

Dairy Queen says it was hit during the summer by hackers who may have stolen information from customers’ credit or debit cards.

In a statement posted

Thursday on the company’s website, Dairy Queen said that after learning about the breach, it started an investigation and “retained external forensic experts to help determine the facts.”

Dairy Queen locations in Dixon, Oregon and Rochelle were among the 19 in Illinois affected.

News of the breach comes about a week after JP Morgan Chase announced that some of its data had been compromised, and about a month after Home Depot confirmed it had a data breach.

Costumers who used credit or debit cards at the Dixon location, 1912 Lowell Park Road, between Aug. 5 and Aug. 31 were affected.

“The affected systems contained customers’ names, payment card numbers and expiration dates,” the company said in its statement. “We

have no evidence that other customer personal information, such as Social Security numbers, PINs or email addresses, were compromised as a result of [the breach].”

The company said it is contacting customers about the incident and offering free identity repair services for a year.

Other area Dairy Queen locations affected were: • Oregon, 210 E. Washington St., from Aug. 5 to Aug. 31.

• Rochelle, 213 E. state Route 38, from Aug. 5 to Aug. 31.

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includes Whiteside and Carroll counties.

U.S. Rep. Cheri Bustos, D-East Moline, on Friday received the endorsement of the National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare for her record on protecting Medicare and Social Security.

The organization gave Bustos a 100 percent score based on her voting record. Her Republican challenger in the 17th Congressional District, ex-Rep. Bobby Schilling, received a 0 percent score during his one term in the House, the committee said in a news release.

Earlier in the week, Bustos won the endorsement of the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police.

The 17th District

Anderson asks for investigation ROCK ISLAND – Neil Anderson, who is running for state Senate in the 36th District, this week asked the legislative inspector general to investigate his Democratic opponent’s free membership to an East Moline country club.

Anderson, R-Rock Island, says Sen. Mike Jacobs’ free membership at Short Hills Country Club is in violation of the Illinois Gift Ban Act. He announced his intention Wednesday to file a complaint with the Legislative Ethics Committee and the legislative inspector general.

The 36th District includes Whiteside County.

IN BRIEF Official warns of Ebola email scam SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois attorney general is warning residents of possible email scams related to the Ebola outbreak.

Attorney General Lisa Madigan said Friday that emails claiming to be an “Ebola pandemic update” may include links that could harm a user’s computer. She

says another scam email offers a “surplus personal protection kit” for $29 and alleges to provide protection for emergency response and law enforcement personnel.

Madigan says people who receive such emails should delete them immediately without opening or clicking on any links.

– The Associated Press

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The covered entrance at the new Ogle County Sheriff and Coroner Administration Center is under construction Friday at the site, at 103 Jefferson St. in Oregon. All of the masonry on the exterior of the building has been completed. Outside work on the grading and concrete curbs is scheduled to start soon. The new administration building will house the sheriff’s department, 911 communications center, and the coroner’s office and morgue.

DIXON STREETSCAPE

Portion of River Road to close next week Project remains on course for November end DIXON – A portion of River Road is expected to close on Wednesday and remain closed for 4 to 6 weeks.

The road, from Ottawa Avenue to Bunny’s Bait Shop, will be closed for sewer and water work.

The work should be among the last elements of the downtown streetscape project, which is still on pace to finish in November, Commissioner Jeff Kuhn said.

Here is a summary of other work planned for streetscape work next week:

• On First Street, west of Peoria Avenue, work will continue on sidewalks, pavers and lighting installations. Daytime closures of the south side of the street might occur.

• On Peoria Avenue, between River and First streets, the east side of the street will be closed for work on sidewalk, electrical, pavements, and curb and gutter. The west side of the street will remain open for detoured traffic.

• On Ottawa Avenue, between First and River streets, curb and gutter installation will start Wednesday, followed by sidewalk work. New foundations for light poles will also be installed. Also, new asphalt pavement will be placed in the parking lot off Ottawa Avenue at the end of the week.

The lot is expected to be open the next week.

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THE CARTOONIST’S VOICE

THE READER’S VOICE

Rotary Club backs push to eradicate polio PAM ERBY Rock Falls

Dave Granlund, GateHouse News Service

EDITORIAL | ENDORSEMENT

For governor, Rauner offers hope for Illinois G

ov. Pat Quinn has had more than 5 years to guide Illinois toward a brighter fiscal future.

Instead, his incompetent leadership and regressive policies have driven the state to the brink of financial collapse.

To that point: Illinois is bleeding jobs. State data released last month show that 102,000 fewer Illinoisans are in the workforce now than when Quinn, a Democrat, took office in 2009. That’s good for worst in the country. Illinois also is the only state in the Midwest in which food stamp enrollment has outpaced job creation – and by a 2-to-1 margin – since the Great Recession, again under Quinn’s watch.

Illinois has the worst credit rating of any state in the nation, meaning it pays more in interest when borrowing money.

Under Quinn, national ratings agencies have downgraded the state’s credit rating 13 times.

The state’s bonds are near “junk” status.

Illinois also has a worstin-the-nation public pension deficit of $100 billion and growing.

Almost a quarter of every dollar that state government collects from taxpayers goes toward retirement benefits, not services. Quinn stood on the sidelines as lawmakers worked on pension

What we think Gov. Pat Quinn offers more of the same failures. Bruce Rauner gives Illinois hope.

That’s why we endorse Rauner, the Republican nominee for governor. reform last year, offering By contrast, Republino solution of his own to can nominee for govthe state’s most pressernor Bruce Rauner is ing issue. The solution a success story. A selfultimately arrived made millionaire, at now appears he helped build likely to be thrown a startup investout in court, putment firm into ting reform efforts one of the most back to square successful busione. nesses in the Deadbeat state state.

Bruce government owes Rauner’s wealth Rauner social service was not given to agencies, school districts him. He earned it. Yet and other employers Quinn, a lifelong politialmost $5 billion for cian, holds that against work completed months him. Success should be ago. lauded, not vilified.

Because he is indepenILLINOIS’ WORKER’S dently wealthy, Rauner compensation costs are will not be beholden to fourth worst in the U.S., the special interests that driving businesses and have helped to corrupt jobs elsewhere.

Springfield. He says he Quinn and Democratic will stand up to public state lawmakers also employee union leaders foisted a 67 percent who have fought toothincome tax increase on and-nail against reform. wage earners in 2011, He says he also will fight costing a household corruption and cronywith annual income of ism, which have thrived $50,000 an additional under Quinn in state $1,000 in taxes. Quinn government agencies promised it would be such as the Department temporary, but now of Transportation and wants to make it perma- the Department of Agrinent. He also wants to culture. introduce a graduated Rauner understands income tax, another jobs that the state’s taxpayers killer. are overburdened. He Simply put, Quinn’s says he wants to phase tenure as governor has out the Quinn income been a complete failure. tax hike over 4 years,

freeze property taxes, and shrink state government. He also proposes to reduce the overall number of governmental bodies in Illinois.

Rauner pledges to be an active governor and live in Springfield. Unlike Quinn, Rauner says that he will be on the floor working legislation every day the General Assembly is in session.

RAUNER ALSO IS NOT a career politician; this is his first run for office. He supports term limits and pledges to serve no more than two terms.

Rauner admits that he does not have all the answers. He understands that Illinois’ financial situation is so dire, he will need help.

He vows to surround himself with talented people whose focus will be righting the state’s fiscal ship, not political cronies looking for more taxpayer-funded handouts.

Rauner doesn’t need this job. He says he’s running because he believes in Illinois and wants to make it a better place to live.

Bruce Rauner gives Illinois hope.

Gov. Pat Quinn offers more of the same failures.

Illinois can’t afford more of the same. That’s why we endorse Rauner, the Republican nominee for governor.

– Shaw Media

THE READER’S VOICE

Vote Smiddy for state House CAROL M. KOEHLER Sterling

I don’t make a habit of writing letters on behalf of elected officials, but state Rep. Mike Smiddy is the exception to that

rule. In the 2 years he has been in office, Smiddy has looked out for this district every day.

He spends more time in Whiteside County than other elected officials on the state and federal levels.

When Prophetstown needed help after the

downtown fire, Mike Smiddy was there to help. When Sterling and Rock Falls needed help to redevelop the riverfront and create jobs, he was there, too. When Mike hears of a local cause that needs support, he never hesitates to lend a hand.

EDITORIAL BOARD

THE FIRST AMENDMENT

Jennifer Baratta Jim Dunn Sam R Fisher Sheryl Gulbranson Larry Lough Jeff Rogers

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.

A lot of politicians talk about what they will do for the people. Mike Smiddy doesn’t just talk about it – he makes it happen. The work he has done in Springfield has made Whiteside County a better place to live. That’s why he has my vote.

I would like to share that we are extremely close to making history by eliminating one of the world’s most devastating diseases: polio.

Rotary, a humanitarian service organization with nearly 34,000 clubs in more than 200 countries and geographical areas, made polio eradication its top priority nearly 30 years ago.

When the initiative started, more than 350,000 people were being stricken by polio every year – nearly 1,000 new polio cases every day. In 2013, there were only about 400 cases, a 99 percent reduction in cases.

Today, only three countries (Nigeria, Afghanistan and Pakistan) have never stopped transmission of the wild poliovirus. However, in 2014, several polio outbreaks prompted the World Health Organization to declare polio a public health emergency of international concern.

That decision puts additional measures in place to ensure we protect our incredible progress against polio, and also end the remaining 1 percent of cases. If the world continues to make polio eradication a top priority, Rotary and its partners are on track to achieve a polio-free world by 2018.

Under a current fundraising agreement with Rotary, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation will match 2-to-1 donations to Rotary to end polio. This means your readers’ donations will triple. Visit www. endpolionow.org to learn more about donations and add your name to the petition to end polio.

Rock Falls Rotarians are collecting quarters for this purpose. You may send any donations to Rock Falls Rotary, P.O. 902, Rock Falls, IL 61071. Look for the small quarter boxes at businesses in the area to donate your quarters.

World Polio Day is designated as Oct. 24. A livestreamed global status update on the fight to end polio will include the global Polio Eradication Initiative partners, celebrity ambassadors, polio survivors, and special guests. Tune in from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Central Time at http:/ow.ly/ A7OKy to watch the event.

Note to readers: Pam Erby is president of Rock Falls Rotary.

Mourning in 19th century much different ANNA HATZIPANAGIOTIS Mount Morris

On Sept. 28 at the Mount Morris Public Library, Sharon Atkins, a genealogist from Roscoe, gave an excellent presentation on mourning during the Civil War and Victorian era.

She was in full dress with a mourning bonnet, purse hanging at her side, long veil, long full dress with crinoline petticoat and gloves, all in black.

Back then, the casket and

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funeral were at home (no funeral parlors, which are a derivative of the home where the casket was always in the parlor).

Flowers became customary to produce fragrance because embalming wasn’t available. Embalming started during the Civil War so they could bring back bodies from the battlefield. Any mirrors were covered to prevent evil spirits, and the man whose wife passed away wore a black band on his coat sleeve only for that day, as well as a black band on his hat. [Widows] were in mourning, oftentimes, for life, especially if you were older, but generally 2 years; for a brother or child, 6 months’ mourning.

Children wore white with a black sash. A man who had children often married his wife’s sister.

At that time, many women died at childbirth. If a woman had a farm when she married, the husband got the farm.

Symbols on tombstones had meaning; for instance, a harp indicated hope; an eagle, resurrection; wheat indicated everlasting life. Jewelry was worn, often made of hair from relatives into rings or bracelets.

All cards and writing letter paper were trimmed in black; envelopes and, yes, handkerchiefs had black edging. Depending on your social standing, you could even be invited to a funeral.

Depending on nationality, customs varied. When the family gathered for the funeral, photographs were often taken, and photos of family who had passed on were displayed on the table where the photo was taken.

State report about ex-roofer available online ROGER WARRENFELTZ Franklin Grove

Mr. Rodney Scott Rogers [“Former roofing owner tells his side of story,” The Reader’s Voice, Oct. 2] appears to want the whole story told concerning the suspension of the roofing license for Rogers Remodeling Inc. (104-015054) and his roofing license (105-002174).

The July 2014 Discipline Report from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (page 43) is very clear that these licenses were not voluntarily surrendered.

The report states that the licenses were “indefinitely suspended for a minimum of one year based on unprofessional incompetence in roofing practice and unprofessional conduct.”

Anyone can access this information at the website of the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (www.idfpr.com) by doing a license lookup and reading the July 2014 Discipline Report.

There are victims of your roofing practices, Mr. Rogers, but you are not one of them. “Unprofessional incompetence in roofing practice and unprofessional conduct.”

Enough said.

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SECOND OPINION

Symposium quenches thirst for debate A

mong the many roles of a newspaper is that of being a forum for public discussion.

Sauk Valley Media takes that obligation seriously.

We print practically every letter to the editor we receive, in addition to longer guest columns – and post them all online.

Readers also have the opportunity to make comments on stories and opinion pieces at saukvalley.com and on our Facebook page.

And, on occasion, we sponsor a community meeting where the public is invited to participate.

You have lots of opportunities to have your voice heard in your community.

Take advantage.

THE THIRD SAUK Valley Symposium was a success.

More than 120 people showed up on Wednesday for a discussion about this newspaper’s most recent community reading project: “Fixing Illinois,” by James D. Nowlan and J. Thomas Johnson.

The symposium was sponsored by Sauk Valley Media and Sauk Valley Community College, which was the site for

the meeting. We also partnered for two similar forums in 2012.

Don’t be fooled by the denotative meaning of “symposium.”

Our newsroom’s reference of choice (Webster’s New World College Dictionary) defines such a gathering as “1. in ancient Greece, a drinking party at which there was intellectual conversation.”

For the record, we served nothing stronger than bottled water.

And although it was a fun event, we swear that the discussion was mostly a sober reflection about solving the state’s problems.

We have witnesses.

MAKE NO MISTAKE, solving the state’s myriad problems – financial and otherwise – won’t be easy.

But we must start with the assumption that no state problem defies a solution.

As might have been expected, we heard some resistance to proposed changes in the way state and local governments do business.

Reform township government? Can’t do that because those road commissioners are the only ones who will plow my road.

Year round school?

larryLOUGH Larry Lough is executive editor of Sauk Valley Media.

Contact him via email at llough@ saukvalley. com.

Can’t do that because many schools are not air-conditioned and teachers need time off for advanced training.

But as author Nowlan pointed out, Illinois is not unique in addressing those matters.

Nations all over the world have much longer school years, and their students’ educational achievement reflects that.

And some states in this country – even some counties in southern Illinois – don’t have townships, but somehow the roads get plowed and the potholes get filled.

This isn’t just a matter of “Can do.”

It’s now “Must do.”

SEVERAL PEOPLE who attended the symposium submitted comments on the issues as well as questions for the authors and our local panel.

Because we had time for only eight or nine questions during the

90-minute meeting, the editor promised to get more into the newspaper soon.

That’s today.

What follows are nearly all of the remaining comment/question cards from the audience.

As the authors explained, their 98 suggestions for “Fixing Illinois” represent only a starting point in the search for solutions.

Here’s what some community members had to say.

1. Everyone complains about pension reform.

Presently, the unions are being blamed instead of ... the elected officials for spending what was to be put aside. ... What should be done?

2. Over the past 40 years, sales tax exemptions have been numerous. Would this be a good time for sales tax reform?

The authors suggest the sales tax be applied to services as well as goods.

- LL 3. Is Illinois looking into a [graduated income] tax program?

How and what can be done to make such a change?

Author Johnson said he didn’t think voters trusted the state enough to approve such a change. But it could become a populist issue

that voters like. - LL 4. Budget sin: Amount of money politicians are allowed to raise and allocated by the government to run for an elected office.

Public funds are not used to finance political campaigns in Illinois. LL 5. Government agencies are supporting the “dumbing down” of American education.

Driver’s license bureau and voter registration accept anything for a signature. ... U.S. Postal Department has given itself the authority to change the name of my street from “First” to “1st.” They do not require the comma to separate city from state.

Abbreviations no longer end with a period. ...

6. Re: School choice.

Competition would be more detrimental than beneficial. It would pit teacher against teacher.

(They have already lost parental and administrative support. Teamwork is essential.) It would bring about more cheating to manipulate test scores and statistics. ...

It would leave the poor, neglected children (who have no advocates) in poorer districts. Enough funding, equitable funding would eliminate the need for choice.

7. That is your take on

term limits?

Linda Keane from the League of Women Voters said her group supports them. The authors didn’t take a position. - LL 8. With the “shall not be diminished” constitutional protection for public pensions – and the likely outcome of the Illinois Supreme Court finding that it be sacred – what are any next possible solutions?

Be difficult to do anything without an amendment to the state constitution. - LL 9. What do you plan to do with colleges? Such as financial problems for those who can’t afford to attend because classes are too expensive.

Authors suggest wider use of community colleges for the first two years of higher education - LL 10. What happens if Illinois goes “over the brink”?

11. Should the state of Illinois tax income earned in a foreign country? Should [state pensions] be converted to defined contribution plans for future participants and participants under the age of 50?

Do you believe in public service unions? ...

Where should you place your maximum efforts to increase jobs in this state?

Good questions. - LL

Local residents are losing millions of dollars in the 18,000 video gambling machines that are operating in 4,500 neighborhood establishments statewide. Making gambling more accessible and acceptable in neighborhood casinos will increase addiction, bankruptcy, and crime.

Local officials should

seriously consider this information when deciding whether to overturn an existing ban or issue a new liquor license to allow video gambling parlors in the community.

Note to readers: Anita Bedell is the executive director of Illinois Church Action on Alcohol and Addiction Problems.

THE READER’S VOICE

Video gambling machine thefts a worrisome trend ANITA BEDELL Springfield

The gambling machines have been in operation for 2 years, and now video gambling thefts are coming to light. The city of

Springfield has the most video gambling machines in the state.

Thieves have broken into six bars a total of 10 times since September, targeting ATMs or cash redemption machines from video gambling terminals, according to the State Journal-Register.

In southern Illinois, burglars took thousands

of dollars from a Knights of Columbus. That burglary was at least the third that occurred in Franklin County establishments with video gambling, reported the Southern Illinoisan.

Thieves have broken into video gambling machines at taverns in Collinsville, Godfrey, near Jerseyville, and in

What do you think?

Let us know. Write your own letter to the editor and send it to: letters@saukvalley. com Summerfield to steal the cash. Thieves have also broken into gambling machines in Oak Lawn and Northlake.

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P.O. Box 543, Dixon 215 Washington St 815-440-6306 Prophetstown, IL 61277 Marion Youngren - Director 815-537-2924 or 815-718-2165 Accepting monetary donations, mentors and In Oct & Nov we are in need of Monetary home repair volunteers needed. Also gift cards, donations for our Thanksgiving dinner personal hygiene items, cleaning supplies, baskets. Holiday items, including perishtowels & wash cloths, pillows, blankets, twin able items. size sheets.

Abiding Word Church 806 E. Lynn Blvd Sterling, IL 815-626-1827 Hours: Tues.-Fri. 9-noon & 1-4 In need of food & monetary donations.

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2001 W. 4th St., Dixon 815-288-4848 Hours: M, W, F, 1-3pm Items needed: Food, cash donations, toilet paper & laundry items.

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Leydig Center In need of monetary donations, food 1101 Warp Rd., Dixon & produce. Anything but clothing.

284-7772 Donations Drop Off: Mon., Thurs., Sat. 8-3 Helping Hands (Nazarene Church) In need of: volunteers. Will accept clean, 1208 E. 4th Street, Sterling useable donations. Household items, fur815-625-1146 niture, clothing, books, etc.

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Fish Pantry 902 E. 5th Street, Sterling Morrison Food Pantry 815-626-1734 Hours: M-F 9-11 Please call ahead (Methodist Church) In need of baked beans, tuna, canned fruit, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison pancake mix, syrup, peanut butter, volun815-772-4030 teers, monetary donations in purchase of Kayweyn Beswick -Director food from food bank. No personal items.

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Police officers honored with lifesaving pins Man started having a heart attack while they were on a call

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

ROCK FALLS – When two Rock Falls police officers were asked to help with a call to the western edge of the city on Oct. 2, a routine check turned into a lifesaving mission.

Bob Atilano was at home about 4 p.m. when he heard a piece of glass break, so he called police to have them check on it. He lives just outside of city limits, so the call got picked up by the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Department, which then asked Rock Falls police to help out since they were closer.

Officers Soliel Signer and Jonathan Cater responded just before Deputy Shawn Coutts did. They were talking to Atilano in his car when he reached for his phone to call his wife, Joan.

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by Cater, Atilano abruptly leaned back hard in his seat, and appeared to have difficulty breathing.

He stopped responding to Cater, and the officers were not able to find a pulse.

Coutts immediately

called for an ambulance as Cater ran back to his car to get a defibrillator.

Together, along with Officer Signer and another person, they managed to pull Atilano from his car and onto the ground.

They cut open the front of his shirt and shocked him with the defibrillator.

Pamela Devers, a nurse who happened to be in the area, showed up. She, too, couldn’t find a pulse, nor could she hear his heart through a stethoscope.

Cater began CPR and, after a minute, switched places with the nurse, who applied CPR until Atilano started breathing again.

He was taken to CGH Medical Center and has since been released. Rock Falls Police Chief Mike Kuelper said Atilano had suffered a heart attack.

Kuelper honored the officers during a recent city council meeting and gave them lifesaving pins.

Friday morning, Atilano showed up at the police station to thank the officers who saved his life, and to shake their hands.

“It’s very lucky that he had officers on scene who knew what to do,” Kuelper said. “Their quick thinking, their training, and their actions very well might have saved his life.”

DIXON

Raffle fundraiser underway for Dixon animal shelter STAFF REPORT news@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5501

DIXON – Tickets are available for the second Chicago Blackhawks “Best Seats in the House” benefit raffle for Granny Rose Animal Shelter, 613 River Lane.

Only 500 tickets will be sold. The prize is two tickets to the Feb. 13 Blackhawks game against the New Jersey Devils at United Center. Seats are center ice, section 101, row 11, and include wait service during the game. A parking pass and an overnight stay at the

Drake Hotel are part of the package.

Tickets cost $10, $25 for three, $50 for seven, or $100 for 15. They can be purchased at the shelter; Oliver’s Corner Market, 748 N. Brinton Ave., Dixon; Knie TV and Appliance, 3614 E. Lincolnway, Sterling; and Polo Chiropractic, 109 S. Franklin Ave.; or from Rudy Rutherford by calling 815-4404096.

The drawing date will be announced after all tickets are sold, and will take place at the shelter.

Call Rutherford for more information.

Photos by Alex T. Paschal/apaschal@saukvalley.com

ABOVE: Two boys watch as the horses race from their paddock out to the pasture to feed. Fifthgrade students from Merrill Elementary School took an annual field trip Friday to the Copper Bit Ranch in Sterling. At the end of the students’ visit, the horses were allowed to race out to feed in the pasture. LEFT: Copper Bit Ranch riding student Josie Gallentine, 12, of Sterling, takes a relaxing ride as her horse is led by riding student Mattie Deyo, 13, and visiting Merril Elementary School student Kabastian Rohn, 10.

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Nielsen admits to errors in TV measurement NEW YORK (AP) – The Nielsen company on Friday admitted to errors dating back to March in its measurement of television viewing, statistics that serve as the foundation for billions of dollars in

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“I don’t argue with Rob Zombie’s right to do what he’s doing, but it’s a shame that what he’s doing is causing the victims’ families pain,” Robert Egan, who now teaches law in the area, told The (Arlington Heights) Daily Herald.

“I find it to be in terrible taste,” said Terry Sullivan, a former prosecutor who helped win a conviction of Gacy that led to his execution in 1994.

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Panel against coal proposal ELKHART – The Logan County Zoning Board of Appeals has voted not to recommend a proposal to rezone more than 320 acres of farmland for coal waste storage.

The State JournalRegister reports although the zoning board voted against the Viper Mine plan Thursday, the decision whether to approve it is ultimately up to the Logan County Board. An attorney representing the Elkhart Village Board says the village opposes the proposal because of the intended site’s proximity to a local water supply.

– The Associated Press

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Smoke rises following an airstrike Thursday by U.S.-led coalition aircraft in Kobani, Syria, during fighting between Syrian Kurds and the militants of the Islamic State group. Kobani has been under assault since mid-September.

U.N.: Massacre likely if city falls Militants might take Kobani soon

IN BRIEF Ebola patient’s temp reached 103 DALLAS (AP) – Thomas Eric Duncan’s temperature spiked to 103 degrees during the hours of his initial visit to an emergency room – a fever that was flagged with an exclama-

tion point in the hospital’s record-keeping system, his medical records show.

Despite telling a nurse that he had recently been in Africa and displaying other symptoms that could indicate Ebola, the Liberian man who would become the only person to

die from the disease in the U.S. underwent a battery of tests and was eventually sent home.

Duncan’s family provided his medical records to The Associated Press – more than 1,400 pages in all.

They encompass his time in the ER, his urgent return

to the hospital 2 days later, and his steep decline as his organs began to fail.

In a statement issued Friday, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital said it had made procedural changes and continues to “review and evaluate” decisions surrounding Duncan’s care.

MURSITPINAR, Turkey (AP) – In a dramatic appeal, a U.N. official warned that hundreds of civilians who remain trapped in the Syrian Kurdish town of Kobani near the border with Turkey were likely to be “massacred” by advancing extremists and called on Ankara to help prevent a catastrophe.

Staffan de Mistura, the U.N. Syria envoy, raised the specter of some of the worst genocides of the 20th century during a news conference in Geneva to underscore concerns as the Islamic State group pushed into Kobani from the south and east.

“You remember Sre-

brenica? We do. We never forgot. And probably we never forgave ourselves for that,” he said, referring to the 1995 slaughter of thousands of Muslims by Bosnian Serb forces.

He spoke to reporters at a press conference in Geneva where he held up a map of Kobani and said a U.N. analysis shows only a small corridor remains open for people to enter or flee the town.

His warning came as the Islamic State group seized the so-called “Kurdish security quarter” – an area where Kurdish militiamen who are struggling to defend the town maintain security buildings and where the police station, the municipality and other local government offices are located.

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

Abbott ............................. 41.54 Alcoa ............................... 14.71 AltriaCorp ....................... 46.71 Autonation ..................... 51.31 American Express .......... 85.00 Arris-Group .................... 24.70 Apple............................. 100.73 ADM................................ 46.35 AT&T ............................... 34.24 Bank of America............. 16.47 Boeing........................... 121.50 BorgWarner .................... 51.84 BP .................................... 41.54 Casey’s ............................ 75.59 Caterpillar ...................... 93.10 CenturyLink ................... 39.13 Chevron ........................ 113.87 Cisco ............................... 23.34 Citigroup ........................ 50.11 CNW ............................... 41.90 CocaCola ........................ 44.47 ConAgra.......................... 33.49 Dean ............................... 12.80 Deere & Co ..................... 80.98 Disney ............................. 86.24 Donaldson...................... 38.20 DuPont ........................... 66.53 Exxon .............................. 91.59 Ford ................................ 13.78 Exelon ............................. 34.82 GE ................................... 24.26 FifthThird ....................... 19.43 HawaiianElectric ........... 26.89 Hewlett Packard ............ 33.50

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LEFT PHOTO: Malala Yousafzai speaks during a media conference at the Library of Birmingham, in Birmingham, England, after she was named Friday as co-winner of the Nobel Peace Prize. RIGHT PHOTO: Indian children’s rights activist Kailash Satyarthi gestures as he addresses the media at his office in New Delhi, India, after learning that he jointly won the Nobel Peace Prize.

Pakistani, Indian honored Muslim girl, Hindu man devoted to advocating for children OSLO, Norway (AP) – Taliban attack survivor Malala Yousafzai became the youngest Nobel winner ever as she and Kailash Satyarthi of India won the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday for working to protect children from slavery, extremism and child labor at great risk to their own lives.

By honoring a 17-yearold Muslim girl from Pakistan and a 60-yearold Hindu man from India, the Norwegian Nobel Committee linked

the peace award to conflicts between world religions and neighboring nuclear powers as well as drawing attention to children’s rights.

“This award is for all those children who are voiceless, whose voices need to be heard,” said Malala, who chose to finish her school day in the central English city of Birmingham before addressing the media.

“They have the right to receive quality education. They have the right

not to suffer from child labor, not to suffer from child trafficking. They have the right to live a happy life.”

She said it was an honor to share the prize with Satyarthi, who has worked tirelessly to protect children, and invited the prime ministers of both India and Pakistan to attend the Nobel ceremony in December.

Satyarthi has been at the forefront of a global movement to end child slavery and exploitative child

labor, which he called a “blot on humanity.”

“Child slavery is a crime against humanity. Humanity itself is at stake here. A lot of work still remains, but I will see the end of child labor in my lifetime,” Satyarthi told The Associated Press at his office in New Delhi.

News of the award set off celebrations on the streets of Mingora, Malala’s hometown in Pakistan’s volatile Swat Valley.

competitive gubernatorial races followed a similar endorsement for Rauner last week by the (Arlington Heights) Daily Herald. All three noted Rauner’s business background and emphasis on improving Illinois’ economic climate. The Tribune said Quinn had made efforts to improve things, but Rauner’s focus would better suit the state.

“We believe a Gov. Rauner would explore

changes made by governors of other states with balanced budgets, solid retirement systems, and lower unemployment rates,” the editorial noted.

“He’s obviously competitive. He would strive to do what Quinn cannot: Make Illinois competitive again.”

Quinn, a Chicago Democrat, is seeking a second full term, while Rauner, a venture capitalist from Winnetka, is seeking public office for the first time.

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Commodities The following quotations are provided as a community service by Sterling Futures: Corn: Dec. 3.34; March 3.461⁄2; July 3.64 Soybeans: Nov. 9.22 1⁄2; Jan. 9.301⁄2; March 9.381⁄2 Soybean oil: Dec. 32.44; March 32.95 Soybean meal: Oct. 339.30; Dec. 311.00 Wheat: Dec. 4.93 1 ⁄ 4 ; March 5.051⁄4 Live cattle: Oct. 164.90;

IN BRIEF Newspapers give nod to Rauner CHICAGO (AP) – The editorial boards of Illinois’ major news organizations have started weighing in on the Illinois governor’s race, with the Chicago Tribune and Crain’s Chicago Business announcing endorsements Friday for Republican Bruce Rauner over Gov. Pat Quinn.

The two nods in one of the nation’s most

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HomeDepot ................... 92.55 Intel Corp. ...................... 31.91 IBM ............................... 185.89 IntlPaper......................... 46.14 JCPenney .......................... 7.13 JohnsonControls............ 41.27 Johnson&Johnson ....... 101.23 JPMorgan Chase ............ 58.53 Kraft ................................ 55.87 Kroger ............................. 53.92 Leggett&Platt ................. 33.83 Manpower ...................... 61.59 McDonald’s .................... 92.30 Merck&Co ...................... 58.67 Microsoft ........................ 44.03 3M ................................. 133.84 Monsanto ..................... 106.73 Newell ............................. 33.64 AGL ................................. 51.85 Nike................................. 87.19 Parker-Han................... 109.01 Pfizer ............................... 29.14 Pepsico ........................... 94.65 Procter&Gamble ............ 84.69 RaymondJames.............. 50.93 Republic ......................... 38.27 Sears Hldg ...................... 24.78 SensientTech ................. 50.21 Sprint ................................ 5.80 Staples ............................ 11.95 TheTravelers .................. 94.05 UnitedContinental ........ 43.73 UnitedTech .................... 99.98 USBancorp ..................... 40.08 USSteel ........................... 32.55 Verizon ........................... 48.94 Walgreen ........................ 62.98 WalMartStores ............... 78.28 WalMartMexico ............. 24.38 WasteMgt ....................... 46.82 Wendy’s ............................ 7.76

RANTOUL (AP) – Authorities said a Minneapolis woman is in custody after she stole an ambulance from a suburb of Chicago.

Police said Samantha Sligar, 27, stole an Arlington Heights Fire Department ambulance from a hospital Friday morning.

She was arrested 2 hours later after driving the ambulance about 150 miles south.

Dec. 165.30; Feb. 165.00 Oats: Dec. 3.423⁄4; March 3.271⁄4 Feeder cattle: Oct. 240.50; Nov. 239.40 Lean hogs: Oct. 109.45; Dec. 94.40; Feb. 91.22 Sugar: March 16.55 Cotton: Oct. 64.10 T-Bonds: Dec. 14026⁄32 Silver: Dec. 17.34 Gold: Dec. 1222.00 Copper: Dec. 3.04.00 Crude: Nov. 85.70 Dollar Index: Dec. 86.01

IN BRIEF Stocks stumble to close week U.S. stocks closed out a turbulent week Friday with another loss, giving the market its worst week since May 2012.

Technology shares were especially hard hit.

The Dow Jones industrial average lost 115 points,

or 0.7 percent, to 16,544 Friday. The Standard and Poor’s 500 fell 22 points, or 1.2 percent, to 1,906.

The technology-heavy Nasdaq fell 102 points, or 2.3 percent, to 4,276.

The Dow had its biggest decline of the year Thursday, a day after its biggest gain.

– The Associated Press

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Numbers game A Wisconsin banker has returned a banner to the Kansas City Royals that he stole during a World Series game 25 years ago. Jerry Kuehl, 50, stole the banner after a 3-1 loss to Cardinals in 1985.

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COLLEGE FOOTBALL

Time to make snap decisions

Illini, Badgers both have QB issues

BY GENARO ARMAS AP Sports Writer

Uncertainty at quarterback this late into the season can mean problems for an offense.

Both Illinois and Wisconsin hope they can sort through their issues behind center on Saturday and prevent falling further behind in the Big Ten standings.

The Illini (3-3, 0-2) need Riley O’Toole to step in for injured starter Wes Lunt when they visit Camp Randall Stadium. The Badgers (3-2, 0-1) are hoping either Joel Stave or Tanner McEvoy can impress enough to take sole possession of the job.

Production will be more important that who starts, coach Gary Andersen said.

“We’re going into it thinking they’re both going to play,” he said. “Just because one person takes the first snap doesn’t mean, ‘Oh, they’re ahead now.’”

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Rock Falls’ Rich Montgomery (left) and Tony Licocci will be inducted into the Illinois Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame on Sunday, Oct. 19, at Deer Valley Country Club.

Something to shout about Locals to be inducted into national wrestling hall of fame

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Illinois quarterback Riley O’Toole looks to make a throw against Purdue last week. O’Toole replaces Wes Lunt, who is injured, as the Illini starter against Wisconsin.

There was once a time ex-Rock Falls and Newman wrestling coach Rich Montgomery spent a lot of time yelling at Tony Licocci, a legendary official.

On Oct. 19, he’ll once again raise his voice for his one-time adversary, but in a totally different manner.

Montgomery, Licocci, and the late Carson DeJarnatt are part of the 2014 induction class into the Illinois Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame. A banquet will be held at Deer Valley Country Club, beginning at 3 p.m., and the public is invited to attend.

Also being inducted are northwest Illinois wrestling figures Todd Rosenthal, Harry Lester, James Carnahan, and Larry Kanke.

What: National Wrestling Hall of Fame, Illinois Chapter, honors banquet When: 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 19 Where: Deer Valley Country Club Local honorees: Rich Montgomery, Tom Licocci, Carson DeJarnatt “I’ve been to the banquets over the years, because of other people receiving the award,” Montgomery said, “and I’d always think, ‘Man, that would be sweet if I could win this award,’ but not ever thinking it would happen. It really caught me off guard. I’m going in with a great class of people. It’s just something I never thought I’d achieve.”

Licocci was a successful coach at Rock Falls and Newman, before becoming an official in the early 1960s. He officiated

matches for 28 seasons.

“I guess if you hang on long enough, you might sneak in,” a smiling Licocci said, when asked about his hall of fame induction.

DeJarnatt, who died in 1995, coached 26 of 31 seasons at Sterling, and his teams won 346 dual matches, with 14 conference championships, 13 regional titles, and five sectional titles.

The Golden Warriors finished second in the state tournament in 1964 and 1973, and were also fifth in 1968.

Montgomery, who coached at Newman from 1980-91 before moving on to Rock Falls, had his moments with DeJarnatt. He remembers in his first season, sending just six Comets to compete in the Sterling Invitational, as he thought those were the only athletes who could compete at that level at the time.

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NFL PREVIEW | BEARS (2-3) AT FALCONS (2-3)

Hester happy in Atlanta Former Bear not interested in talking about past

BY PAUL NEWBERRY AP Sports Writer

ATLANTA – Devin Hester danced around the question, knowing that everyone wonders what he thinks – really thinks – about former teammate Jay Cutler.

Hester prefers to keep the focus on who he’s playing with now.

That has worked out just fine.

After eight seasons in Chicago, Hester will be lining up against the Bears on Sunday, when they face the Atlanta Falcons in a crucial game for up-and-down teams.

“Sometimes things are meant for a new start,” Hester said.

“Kind of like a relationship.

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When: 3:25 p.m. Sunday Where: Georgia Dome TV/Radio: Fox/780 AM Line: Falcons by 3 Sometimes you might be fortunate when the relationship is not meant [to be], and you just move on. That’s the situation I’m now in. I’m in a relationship where I’m happy now.”

Hester has been just what the Falcons (2-3) were looking for when they signed him as a free agent, providing a boost to the return game and an intriguing option when he lines up at receiver alongside Julio Jones and Roddy White.

The 32-year-old Hester already has 14 catches for 212 yards and a touchdown, a 20-yard scoring run, and one of those plays he’s best known for – a 62-yard punt return that broke the record he shared with Deion Sanders for most career TD returns.

That is quite a contrast from Hester’s final season in Chicago, when he didn’t have any catches at all.

“I’m pretty much the same guy. I would say just more opportunities for me,” Hester said, being as diplomatic as MCT possible. “You know if you get Falcons wide receiver Devin Hester runs for a 20-yard touchme out in space, I can do damdown against the Buccaneers during a game on Sept. 18. Hester age. It’s a no-brainer.” is playing his first season in Atlanta, after a long tenure with the Bears. The two teams meet on Sunday.

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Don’t leave seats Katy Perry Pop star will be the halftime entertainment for Super Bowl XLIX at the University of Pheonix Stadium in Glendale, Ariz.

One less Bear Lance Briggs Bears linebacker will miss Sunday’s game against Falcons in Atlanta with an injury to his ribs. Chicago has lost two games in a row.

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So, why don’t the Rockets win?

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• GP2, at Sochi, Russia, NBCSP 6:30 p.m.

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• Oklahoma St. at Kansas, FS1 • Chattanooga at Tennessee, SEC

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he question pops at least once every fall, and this year it came on Tuesday from Sauk Valley Media’s managing editor Jeff Rogers.

Why has Rock Falls been bad at football?

We were talking about Rocket football, because it was a day after Rock Falls coach Scott Berge was suspended for the season for inappropriate sideline behavior.

Berge, who was set to resign after two seasons at the helm after those three games anyway, has had the finger pointed at him a lot recently for the current problems.

Some of it might be deserved, as his eccentric ideas about kicking seemed to put the Rockets continually in bad spots.

But pinning the Rocket football program problems all on his shoulders isn’t fair, much less accurate.

No, I don’t believe that Berge was the problem, but it is clear that he wasn’t the answer.

The Rockets haven’t qualified for the playoffs since 1992. In the last 10 years, all 14 other Sauk Valley teams have made the playoffs at least once. If the Dixon Dukes make the playoffs this season, every

everyone would tell me that the good athletes weren’t going out, so Sports Edithat they would be tor Reach ready for basketball and him at dwoessner@ baseball. saukvalley.

Since being here at com or 800SVM, every year a lot of 798-4085, basketball and baseball ext. 5555. players have played football, and they seem to be putting forth their best effort while doing so. team in the area will We scribes in the SVM have made it twice in sports department have that span. also been blamed for The answer is hard.

My first inclination was not picking the team to win enough, or being to shrug my shoulders.

My actual answer was unable to spin blowthat there probably isn’t out losses positively enough. Frankly, the one answer to the last time I had any bearquestion.

There isn’t one big rea- ing on a Rock Falls football game was in 1995, son why the Rock Falls when I played a junior Rockets haven’t been tackle game against able to win, but there are probably a thousand them. If memory serves, I fumbled at least once, little ones. which actually helped I’ve heard dozens of the Rockets win that excuses over the years. game.

The coach has always Some blame Newman been a favorite target. for taking players. Some It’s been Berge the blame Sterling for taklast couple seasons. ing players. Some blame Before that, people wanted Jay Mammosser this. Some blame that.

My opinion is that gone. Before that, Ron most of the above are McCord. Before that, surface-level issues.

Rich Montgomery.

The problems are likely Before that, well, you more fundamental and get the point. less obvious.

The finger has also And, I think there are been pointed at the fans folks out there who for being too critical in the stands and not sup- know better than me.

I hope to talk to porting the program.

There was a time when current players to get

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their thoughts on the situation.

I’d like to hear from former players that have had time to think about their experiences in retrospect, and observe the program from afar.

I am sure there are fans in the stands who have watched decades of Rocket football, and can clue me into the issues they’ve seen week in and week out over the years.

I hope to talk to coaches who have been with the program, and those who have watched from other programs to get their thoughts.

I also hope to get an idea from the administration that will be hiring a new coach soon on what their expectations will be for that new person.

All anyone has to do is call or email, and I’ll talk to them. I am looking for well thought-out ideas, not knee-jerk reactions.

Hopefully, I’ll collect enough information to report back to you in a couple weeks.

Why do I want to do this?

I am hoping in a small way it might help end the discussion once and for all, and by this time next fall, maybe a new page will turn for Rocket football.

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Dixon freshman swims on the Byron co-op team. She swims the distance events, anchors the 400 freestyle relay, and plays the trumpet.

Being a freshman, how is your first year of swimming on varsity going?

It’s definitely awesome to be up here and in a pretty important role. To be a main part in the 400 free relay is a great accomplishment for me.

You swim some pretty different events. How do you approach meets when you’ll be doing all sorts of distances and strokes?

Well, the 500 is definitely a different race. You don’t go all out, and you have to have a good strategy. Usually my goal is to

get to a place where I’m going at a good pace but not sprinting. I want to get into a groove.

What is your favorite stroke?

Breaststroke. I just like the power of the stroke, and how it feels to move like that through the water. It takes your whole body to move smoothly, and you have to really take advantage of your underwaters.

What do you enjoy about swimming?

It’s the greatest because it keeps you fit, and I just love the feeling after a workout. You feel amazing, and it feels like you accomplished something with your day. I don’t mind getting up at 5 a.m. for a 6 a.m. practice and swimming for 3 hours. It’s also unique in that there is no ball, and you just use what you have been working and training for to try and go faster each time.

You must get hungry with all of that swimming. Do you have favorite food?

Popcorn. That’s my snack. Movie theatre popcorn at the movies or in a bag. I’ll take anything.

Favorite movie?

I love Jack Ryan. The Shadow Recruit movie, I’ve seen it like a million times. Also Star Wars. The old ones, though. I was pretty disappointed with the new ones.

The Phantom Menace just didn’t do it for me.

What else do you do in your free time?

I run track, play basketball, and play the trumpet.

Do you secretly listen to any songs that might surprise your friends?

I listen to the Phantom of the Opera soundtrack and Le Mis. I know every word.

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Manziel thinks NCAA should change rules Browns rookie quarterback and former Heisman Trophy winner Johnny Manziel said the NCAA should change its rules and allow college athletes to capitalize on their likeness.

“I obviously know what Todd’s going through and I feel for him,” Manziel said.

Addressing the situation involving Georgia running back Todd Gurley, who was suspended indefinitely on Thursday as the school investigates an alleged violation of NCAA rules, Manziel said he can relate to Gurley’s predicament and believes college players should be compensated.

Georgia officials have not revealed the nature of their investigation. But SI.com, citing anonymous sources, reported Gurley received money for signing memorabilia.

NFL

Angelo backtracks on abuse statements A USA Today story posted on the newspaper’s Web site Thursday afternoon quoted Jerry Angelo, the Bears general manager from 2001-11, regretting his role in helping the NFL cover up “hundreds and hundreds” of domestic-violence cases.

A day later, Angelo claimed his words were taken out of context by reporter Josh Peter and, “I really was blindsided by this.”

GYMNASTICS

Bee interrupts medal celebration American Simone Biles led from start to finish to retain the women’s allaround title at the Gymnastics World Championships in Nanning, southern China on Friday.

The 17-year-old’s celebrations were interrupted when the gold medal was placed around her neck, and she spotted a bee in the bouquet of flowers she had been handed.

The teenager, smiling broadly, jumped on and off the podium to try to avoid the insect before getting back on to pose for the waiting cameramen.

MLB

Yankees give Cashman extension The New York Yankees re-signed Brian Cashman to a 3-year contract to serve as senior vice president and general manager.

Cashman, 47, has served in his current role since Feb. 3, 1998. In all, his clubs have earned a postseason berth in 14 of his 17 seasons as general manager and claimed 12 Division titles, six American League championships and four World Series titles.

Cashman has the thirdlongest tenure among current general managers in baseball behind San Francisco’s Brian Sabean and Oakland’s Billy Beane.

NBA

LeBron undecided about Olympics With LeBron James and his Cleveland Cavalier teammates are in Brazil to play an exhibition game Saturday against the Miami Heat, much of the talk has turned to the game’s best player and the 2016 Olympics, coincidentally in Brazil.

“I’m undecided,” the 29-year-old James said.

“It’s not until 2016. I got two years. I got a long time.”

Along with James, two other Cavaliers have been selected to try out for the Olympics. Forward Kevin Love, whom Cleveland acquired from Minnesota in the offseason, will join point guard Kyrie Irving as possible Olympians.

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Green Bay Packers receiver Jordy Nelson catches a 66-yard touchdown pass against the Vikings.

The Packers head to Miami to face a stingy Dolphins defense on Sunday.

Rodgers in a groove Dolphins defense will try to slow Packers’ offense

BY STEVEN WINE AP Sports Writer

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins are confident they can keep up with a frantic scoring pace by Green Bay, although they’re not convinced that will be necessary.

The Packers (3-2) have won their past two games by a combined 80-27, and scored more than 30 points in all three of their victories.

Aaron Rodgers has an eye-popping ratio of 12 touchdown passes to one interception, and Eddie Lacy is coming off his first 100yard rushing game of the season.

But while the Dolphins (2-2) gush about Rodgers, they also have faith in their defense, which is understandable. Miami has allowed 4.7 yards per play, the NFL’s stingiest average, and quarterback Ryan Tannehill said he doesn’t assume the offense will need 30 points to win Sunday.

“It’s our job to score more points than the other team, no matter how many points that is,” Tannehill said. “If the defense plays great and we have a shutout, then we’ve got to get 3. If the defense has a bad day, and it takes 40, then that’s our job.”

Here are things to watch as Miami and Green Bay try to score whatever it takes to win: Can Dolphins play keep away?:

The Packers have a problem anyone would envy – they score too quickly.

That’s one reason their opponents have an edge of 8 minutes per game in time of possession.

“We’ve been on the field too much defensively, and I think you have to look at everything that contributes to that,” coach Mike McCarthy said. “Offensively, we need to have some longer drives. And defensively, we need

When: Noon Sunday TV: Fox Line: Packers by 3 to continue to work to get off the field.”

Miami would love to control the ball, and might be able to do so with its solid ground game.

The Packers rank last in the NFL in run defense at 163 yards per game, and they’re giving up third down conversions 49 percent of the time, fourth-worst.

Turnover edge: The Packers have climbed into a tie for first place in the NFC North, thanks in part to a turnover differential of plus-6, which is tied for the best in the NFL. They rank second with seven interceptions – each by a different player – and have had two in each of the past three games.

Rodgers’ lone interception came in the season opener, and the Packers have lost only two fumbles.

Miami had four takeaways in its most recent game, but that success will be difficult to duplicate against Green Bay, coach Joe Philbin said.

“This is an efficient team that we are playing,” Philbin said.

“We have to find a way to knock the ball loose. They are not flawless, but certainly we are going to have to work at it.”

Bolstered Lineup: Coming off a bye week, the Dolphins are the healthiest they’ve been all season, and Pro Bowl center Mike Pouncey has recovered from offseason hip surgery to lead a wave of reinforcements.

Pouncey might return at guard rather than center, because replacement Samson Satele has played well in his absence.

“It’s great to have Mike back, with his play-making ability on

the field, the intensity, his natural ability as well as his demeanor in the huddle. He’s a great guy to have in the huddle,” Tannehill said. “He’s a guy that wants to be great. He brings intensity to the offensive line and drives that group.”

As many as six Miami starters are expected back after missed playing time, including safety Reshad Jones, returning from a four-game suspension.

Facing former team: Philbin will coach against the Packers for first time since he left McCarthy’s staff to take the Dolphins’ head coaching job in 2012.

Philbin was with Green Bay from 2003 to 2011, including 5 years as offensive coordinator.

“Obviously, I have great regard for a lot of the people there, but that will kind of happen again later,” he said. “I will have more regard for them Oct. 13 than I will on the 12th.”

Halfway mark?: This has been a season of milestones for Rodgers, who plays in his 100th regular season game Sunday. He threw his 200th touchdown pass in his most recent start, and reached the 25,000-yard passing mark a week earlier.

“You realize you’re getting a little older in the league when you’re getting some achievement balls early in the season like this,” he said. “It means I’ve been able to play pretty consistently, and the guys around me made a lot of plays for me.

“This is my 10th season, and I like to think I’m halfway in – nine in and hopefully nine to go.

It’s about being consistent from this point forward, keeping my body in great shape and playing at a high level, and making the guys around me raise the level of their game as well.”

Hester fitting into Falcons offense HESTER

ing review of Atlanta quarterback Matt Ryan CONTINUED FROM B1 was telling enough.

“The chemistry is He declined to take a great,” Hester said. shot at Cutler, quarter“Being around him, I’m back of the Bears (2-3), just happy here.” even though it’s clear Cutler wouldn’t talk the two were not on the about his falling-out same page by the end with Hester, but did give of Hester’s run in the a backhanded compliWindy City. ment when asked what Besides, Hester’s glow- it would mean to see

him wearing a different uniform.

“I wouldn’t say I’m excited,” Cutler said.

“He’s a heck of a football player. We want to keep the ball out of his hands. I’d rather not see him fielding kicks and see him catching Matt Ryan’s passes.”

Hester has been dealing with a hamstring

injury that kept him out of practice this week, but he’ll surely do anything to be on the field Sunday.

“He’s going to be ready,” Falcons cornerback Desmond Trufant said. “He’s been a great addition to our team, and I know they miss him over there. We’re glad to have him.”

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Saturday, October 11, 2014

INDIANA AT IOWA

What a weekend!

Will it happen again?

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s I sat at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb on Saturday, first in the press box, then in a Terrace Tent, little did I know the shake-up that was taking place at the same time all around the major college football landscape.

For just the second time in the 78 years of the AP poll, four of the top 6 teams lost on the same weekend. For the first time in nearly 8 decades, five of the top 8 were upset.

Even with the TiVo working overtime, I couldn’t help but hear about the losses piling up for the big-time college football programs.

But even knowing the outcome of those games, I still relished the chance to watch the upsets with my own eyes over the next few days.

The SEC was the place to be, as the state of Mississippi had itself a banner day at the expense of a couple of college football bluebloods. The paint had barely dried on the masterpiece that was Mississippi State taking down Texas A&M when Mississippi, not to be outdone by their rivals 90 miles away, orchestrated a comeback to beat Alabama. It was the first time in the schools’ histories – in 17 tries – that they both beat top-10 teams on the same day.

The reward for the Bulldogs and Rebels: tying for the No. 3 spot in the new college football, which was as drastically different from the previous week as it’s ever been. If the two teams continue to play at this level – always a tough task in the brutal SEC West – the Egg Bowl 2 days after Thanksgiving is going to mean more than it ever has.

But the Pac-12, which started the whole wacky weekend when No. 2 Oregon lost to unranked Arizona – for the second straight season, I might add – wasn’t about to be outdone. Arizona State, coming off a beatdown at the hands of UCLA the week before, knocked off

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a USC team which was starting to look more and more like its old self.

Then, maybe while celebrating the rival Trojans’ failure, UCLA slipped up in a loss to Utah – which itself had fallen flat the week before against a Washington State team that had put up some good fights, but hadn’t beaten anyone of any consequence to that point (Wazoo lost to Cal 60-59 on Saturday).

In the midst of all this carnage, little TCU, trying to regain the prominence the program had recently as a BCS buster before joining the Big 12, found its mojo and knocked off an Oklahoma team that was as inconsistent as it’s been in a long time.

Now, it seems that Oregon and Oklahoma always find themselves in this predicament at some point, losing to teams they maybe shouldn’t at least once or twice every season.

Could it be that it’s contagious? Even if it is, the good news for all these teams is that there is plenty of time to pick themselves up, dust themselves off, and get back in the fray for a berth in the first FBS playoff.

This week may help to answer the question of whether last Saturday was the exception or the new rule, with five more games between top-25 teams, and a few others playing pesky opponents who may just be buoyed by last weekend’s performances by the underdogs.

Needless to say, Upset Alert is a term that will be used frequently the rest of this season, and maybe on into the future of college football.

Ain’t parity fun?

TY’S GAMES TO WATCH No. 13 Georgia at No. 23 Missouri When: 11 a.m. Saturday Where: Faurot Field, Columbia, Mo. TV: CBS Line: Georgia by 3 What’s up: No Todd Gurley could mean little offense for the Bulldogs. The Tigers need to seize this chance to stay near the top of the SEC East race.

My pick: Missouri 34-31

No. 2 Auburn at No. 3 Mississippi State When: 2:30 p.m. Saturday Where: Davis Wade Stadium, Starkville, Miss.

TV: CBS Line: Auburn by 3 What’s up: Can Dak Prescott keep up his high level of play for the Bulldogs? Or will the Tigers wear down the Mississippi State D? Should be an interesting game either way.

My pick: Auburn 24-21

No. 12 Oregon at No. 18 UCLA When: 2:30 p.m. Saturday TV: Fox Where: Rose Bowl, Pasadena, Calif.

Line: Oregon by 2 What’s up: Both teams come in off losses to solid teams. It will come down to tempo: the Ducks’ light speed or the Bruins’ patience.

My pick: Oregon 52-48

No. 9 TCU at No. 5 Baylor When: 2:30 p.m. Saturday Where: McLane Stadium, Waco, Texas TV: ESPN2 Line: Baylor by 8 What’s up: The Horned Frogs are flying high after upsetting Oklahoma … but the Bears are a completely different animal. TCU has to avoid an emotional letdown to stay in this one.

My pick: Baylor 48-34

No. 3 Mississippi at No. 14 Texas A&M When: 8 p.m. Saturday TV: ESPN Where: Kyle Field, College Station, Texas Line: Texas A&M by 2 What’s up: Even with a big win last week, the Rebels are still getting no respect from Vegas; guess they’ve got to sustain that success. On the other side, the Aggies should be eager to get their offense back on track.

My pick: Texas A&M 31-27

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Iowa quarterback C.J. Beathard throws against Purdue earlier this season. Beathard and Jake Rudock will likely split time at quarterback during Saturday’s game against Indiana.

Controversy heating up?

Hawkeyes to rotate signal callers against Indiana

BY LUKE MEREDITH AP Sports Writer

IOWA CITY – Iowa offensive coordinator Greg Davis made waves last week when he said the Hawkeyes would rotate quarterbacks Jake Rudock and C.J. Beathard, adding that playing time would be decided by “feel.”

The next day, coach Kirk Ferentz declared that Rudock was still his starter ... but Ferentz also said that Beathard would see more playing time in the weeks ahead.

Clearly, Iowa’s quarterback drama won’t end until either Rudock or Beathard prove they deserve to be the guy.

The Hawkeyes (4-1, 1-0 Big Ten) will use both of them when they host Indiana (3-2, 0-1) on Saturday, though they’ve yet to decide on a plan.

Rudock missed a win over Purdue on Sept. 27 with a leg injury.

But Ferentz said Tuesday that Rudock will be ready to play.

“I sound like a broken record on this one, but the bottom line is we’ve got two guys we feel really good about,” Ferentz said. “Both guys have played well. Jake has done a great job for us, and C.J., when called upon, has played really well, too. So we’ll just try to figure out the best way to work it.”

Beathard, a sophomore, had his shot to end all the turbulence at

When: 11 a.m. Saturday Where: Kinnick Stadium, Iowa City TV: ESPNU Line: Iowa by 3½ quarterback against Purdue. But his performance only exacerbated the uncertainty.

Beathard was up and down against one of the Big Ten’s worst defenses. In his first career start, Beathard completed just 17 of 37 passes – although his receivers dropped at least a half-dozen passes – for 245 yards and a touchdown.

Beathard completed four passes of more than 20 yards, nearly matching Iowa’s total for the entire season in just four quarters.

But he also threw an interception that Purdue returned for its only touchdown in a 24-10 Iowa win.

Iowa’s inability to stretch the field had hampered the offense all season. In that regard, Beathard appears to have the edge on Rudock.

But Rudock wouldn’t be listed as the starter unless Ferentz still believed in him.

“Jake entered this season as a guy who played well a year ago. I think a lot of that has been diminished by people, at least if you hear the chatter. But he’s done a lot of good things for us,” Ferentz said.

Rudock’s completion percentage is up, and his turnovers are down this season. But the Hawkeyes scored just 10 points in the past two halves Rudock played in.

Rudock is 85-for-127 for 798 yards, with five TDs and two interceptions.

“It’s that whole, ‘the backup quarterback is the love of the town’ thing. That’s just how it is everywhere,” Rudock said.

“Sometimes people want the backup, and [Beathard] is a good quarterback. He’s proven that.”

Those looking for clues into how this rotation might play out should look back 6 years.

Ferentz opened up the starting job after the Hawkeyes went 6-6 in 2007. Junior Jake Christensen and sophomore Ricky Stanzi split time for the first four games of the season before a loss at Pittsburgh convinced the coaches to stick with Stanzi.

After a bit of a bumpy start, Stanzi led Iowa to 17 wins in 19 games and an Orange Bowl victory – the only BCS bowl win of Ferentz’s tenure – by the end of his junior year.

But even Ferentz doesn’t know how the competition between Rudock and Beathard will pan out.

“If I had the answer, I’d tell you.

We don’t have it yet,” Ferentz said. “We haven’t gone down this road, but we’re about to.”

Stave, McEvoy splitting time for Badgers SNAPS

playmaking ability with his legs, though throwing accuracy was a work in progress.

If Wisconsin goes with Andersen indicated Stave, it would be his there will be packages first start since getting designed with each quarover throwing issues that terback in mind. He even caused him to miss the suggested this week that first four games of the both Stave and McEvoy year. The starter in 2013, could be on the field at Stave has a stronger arm the same time. McEvoy than McEvoy, who is a was tried at receiver last mobile quarterback. year.

McEvoy started the “We have to find a first five games of 2014 quarterback that can with mixed results. He function and run the showed flashes of his football as best we can CONTINUED FROM B1

be,” Andersen said.

At least the Badgers can lean on star running back Melvin Gordon to settle the offense. The nation’s leading rusher at 174.2 yards per game has dashed back into the conversation as a potential Heisman Trophy candidate following a slow start.

Illinois doesn’t have that luxury. The Illini are last in the 14-team Big Ten in rushing at 96 yards per game. That makes the loss of Lunt,

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FULL SLATE Saturday’s games EAST Rice (2-3) at Army (2-3), 11 a.m.

Dayton (3-1) at Marist (1-5), 11 a.m.

Florida St. (5-0) at Syracuse (2-3), 11 a.m.

Tulsa (1-4) at Temple (3-1), 11 a.m.

Holy Cross (2-4) at Brown (1-2), 11:30 a.m.

Bucknell (4-1) at Lehigh (0-4), 11:30 a.m.

Duquesne (3-2) at CCSU (2-3), noon Princeton (2-1) at Colgate (3-2), noon Penn (0-3) at Fordham (5-1), noon Cornell (0-3) at Harvard (3-0), noon Rhode Island (0-5) at Villanova (4-1), noon Dartmouth (2-1) at Yale (3-0), noon Richmond (3-2) at Albany (NY) (4-1), 2:30 p.m.

Elon (1-4) at Delaware (3-2), 2:30 p.m.

Georgetown (2-4) at Lafayette (2-3), 2:30 p.m.

VMI (1-5) at Navy (2-4), 2:30 p.m.

William & Mary (4-1) at New Hampshire (4-1), 2:30 p.m.

Maine (2-3) at Stony Brook (2-4), 6 p.m.

SOUTH Butler (3-2) at Campbell (2-3), 11 a.m.

La.-Monroe (3-2) at Kentucky (4-1), 11 a.m.

Middle Tennessee (4-2) at Marshall (5-0), 11 a.m.

Cincinnati (2-2) at Miami (3-3), 11 a.m.

Duke (4-1) at Georgia Tech (5-0), 11:30 a.m.

Towson (2-4) at James Madison (3-3), 11:30 a.m.

Jacksonville (4-1) at Morehead St. (2-3), noon Southern U. (3-3) at Alabama A&M (1-5), 1 p.m.

Arkansas St. (3-2) at Georgia St. (1-4), 1 p.m.

Delaware St. (1-5) at Norfolk St. (2-4), 1 p.m.

Coastal Carolina (6-0) at Presbyterian (3-2), 1 p.m.

NC Central (2-3) at SC State (4-2), 1 p.m.

Charlotte (3-3) at The Citadel (1-4), 1 p.m.

Alcorn St. (5-1) at Grambling St. (3-3), 2 p.m.

MVSU (0-5) at Jackson St. (3-3), 2 p.m.

Jacksonville St. (4-1) at Tennessee St. (4-2), 2 p.m.

New Mexico St. (2-4) at Troy (0-5), 2 p.m.

Liberty (3-3) at Appalachian St. (1-4), 2:30 p.m.

Louisville (5-1) at Clemson (3-2), 2:30 p.m.

Auburn (5-0) at Mississippi St. (5-0), 2:30 p.m.

Boston College (3-2) at NC State (4-2), 2:30 p.m.

North Texas (2-3) at UAB (3-2), 2:30 p.m.

Wofford (3-2) at W. Carolina (3-2), 2:30 p.m.

Austin Peay (0-5) at Mercer (4-2), 3 p.m.

SE Missouri (4-2) at Murray St. (1-4), 3 p.m.

Chattanooga (3-2) at Tennessee (2-3), 3 p.m.

Savannah St. (0-5) at Florida A&M (0-5), 4 p.m.

E. Illinois (1-4) at E. Kentucky (5-0), 5 p.m.

Idaho (0-5) at Georgia Southern (4-2), 5 p.m.

Houston (2-3) at Memphis (3-2), 6 p.m.

Stephen F. Austin (3-2) at Nicholls St. (0-6), 6 p.m.

Incarnate Word (1-5) at Northwestern St. (2-3), 6 p.m.

East Carolina (4-1) at South Florida (2-3), 6 p.m.

LSU (4-2) at Florida (3-1), 6:30 p.m.

Charleston Southern (5-0) at Vanderbilt (1-5), 6:30 p.m.

UConn (1-4) at Tulane (1-4), 7 p.m.

MIDWEST Indiana (3-2) at Iowa (4-1), 11 a.m.

Northwestern (3-2) at Minnesota (4-1), 11 a.m.

Georgia (4-1) at Missouri (4-1), 11 a.m.

Illinois (3-3) at Wisconsin (3-2), 11 a.m.

Buffalo (3-3) at E. Michigan (1-4), noon Miami (Ohio) (1-5) at Akron (3-2), 1 p.m.

Davidson (1-5) at Drake (2-3), 1 p.m.

UMass (0-6) at Kent St. (0-5), 1 p.m.

S. Illinois (5-1) at N. Dakota St. (5-0), 1 p.m.

Bowling Green (4-2) at Ohio (3-3), 1 p.m.

Missouri Baptist (0-1) at Valparaiso (1-4), 1 p.m.

Portland St. (2-3) at North Dakota (2-4), 1:30 p.m.

W. Michigan (2-3) at Ball St. (1-4), 2 p.m.

Illinois St. (4-0) at Indiana St. (4-1), 2 p.m.

Toledo (4-2) at Iowa St. (1-4), 2:30 p.m.

North Carolina (2-3) at Notre Dame (5-0), 2:30 p.m.

Michigan St. (4-1) at Purdue (3-3), 2:30 p.m.

Oklahoma St. (4-1) at Kansas (2-3), 3 p.m.

who is out at least a month with broken left fibula, especially painful.

Illinois was tops in the league in passing offense with Lunt at 332.8 yards per game.

O’Toole doesn’t have the same arm strength as Lunt.

“Reilly’s got to [think], ‘OK, I’ve got to throw it a little bit sooner because maybe I can’t get the ball down there as far.

He’s got to see that,” said offensive coordinator Bill Cubit.

N. Iowa (2-3) at South Dakota (2-3), 3 p.m.

Cent. Michigan (3-3) at N. Illinois (4-1), 4 p.m.

Penn St. (4-1) at Michigan (2-4), 6 p.m.

Missouri St. (3-2) at S. Dakota St. (3-2), 6 p.m.

W. Illinois (2-4) at Youngstown St. (4-1), 6 p.m.

SOUTHWEST Texas (2-3) vs. Oklahoma (4-1) at Dallas, 11 a.m.

West Virginia (3-2) at Texas Tech (2-3), 11 a.m.

Ave Maria (1-4) at Abilene Christian (3-3), 2 p.m.

Alabama St. (4-2) at Prairie View (1-4), 2 p.m.

TCU (4-0) at Baylor (5-0), 2:30 p.m.

McNeese St. (3-1) at Sam Houston St. (2-3), 3 p.m.

Alabama (4-1) at Arkansas (3-2), 5 p.m.

Houston Baptist (1-4) at Cent. Arkansas (3-3), 6 p.m.

SE Louisiana (4-2) at Lamar (4-2), 6 p.m.

FIU (3-3) at UTSA (1-4), 6 p.m.

Old Dominion (3-3) at UTEP (2-3), 7 p.m.

Mississippi (5-0) at Texas A&M (5-1), 8 p.m.

FAR WEST Cal Poly (2-3) at Weber St. (0-5), 2 p.m.

E. Washington (5-1) at S. Utah (1-5), 2:05 p.m.

Sacramento St. (3-3) at N. Colorado (2-3), 2:30 p.m.

Oregon (4-1) at UCLA (4-1), 2:30 p.m.

Simon Fraser (1-4) at Idaho St. (2-3), 3:35 p.m.

Stetson (2-3) at San Diego (3-1), 4 p.m.

Washington (4-1) at California (4-1), 5 p.m.

Montana St. (4-2) at UC Davis (1-4), 6 p.m.

Air Force (4-1) at Utah St. (3-2), 9:15 p.m.

Southern Cal (3-2) at Arizona (5-0), 9:30 p.m.

Colorado St. (4-1) at Nevada (3-2), 9:30 p.m.

Wyoming (3-2) at Hawaii (1-4), 10:59 p.m.

FAVORITE Oklahoma-x Michigan St. at Minnesota Rice at Temple at Marshall at Kent St. Florida St. at Georgia Tech at Wisconsin at NC State at Miami Buffalo at Akron at Iowa Bowling Green West Virginia Oklahoma St. at Baylor at Memphis at UAB Auburn at Ball St. at Troy Alabama at Florida at Iowa St. Oregon Southern Cal at California Georgia at Clemson at Notre Dame at N. Illinois at Georgia South.

Arkansas St. at UTSA at Kentucky at Texas A&M at Utah St. East Carolina at Michigan at UTEP at Tulane Colorado St. at Hawaii

Saturday LINE O/U 14½ 47 21 51 3½ 44 2½ 60½ 17 58½ 24½ 69½ 1½ 52 24 53½ 3½ 61½ 26 57½ 3½ 56½ 16½ 57 14 58 14 54 3½ 54 1 66 6 77½ 21 47½ 8 65 7½ 48 6½ 57½ 3 64 1½ 55½ 7 61½ 9 56 1 47 3 61½ 2½ 71 3 67½ 4½ 70 3 59½ 9½ 48 17 64½ 9½ 56½ 24 64½ 10 64 10 40½ 21½ 49 2½ 64½ 7½ 48½ 17 58 1 41½ 3 67 3 42 2½ 64 6 44

DOG Texas at Purdue Northwestern at Army Tulsa Middle Tenn.

UMass at Syracuse Duke Illinois Boston Col. Cincinnati at E.Michigan Miami (Ohio) Indiana at Ohio at Texas Tech at Kansas TCU Houston North Texas at Miss. St. W. Michigan New Mex St. at Arkansas LSU Toledo at UCLA at Arizona Washington at Missouri Louisville N. Carolina C. Michigan Idaho at GeorgiaSt. FIU La-Monroe Mississippi Air Force at S. Florida Penn St. Old Dominion UConn at Nevada Wyoming

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Giants right fielder Hunter Pence is known for his unique batting stance and other off-the-wall antics, but his solid play is a big reason that San Francisco is back in the NLCS.

Hunter’s season

Pence thrives in the strangeness of October With his unruly curly hair pulled back by a black headband SAN FRANCISCO – As quirky • The Giants have World Series or tucked into his “LINCECUM as Hunter Pence is, this time he titles in 2010 and 2012, and then KNOWS” cap, the 31-year-old really was off the wall. missed the playoffs the following Pence earned his third All-Star Tongue wagging, a leaping seasons. nod this year. He batted .277 with Pence robbed Washington’s Jay20 home runs and 74 RBIs. son Werth of extra bases, crashing Series championship was someA health nut who feasts on kale back-first into the right-field fence thing so strange, no one had seen salad and raw veggies, Pence for one of the defining defensive anything like it. helped inspire an edible garden plays so far this postseason.

The ball came off Pence’s broken behind the center-field fence Pence is thrilled a bunch of San bat three times on a single swing that’s believed to be the first of its Francisco fans got a close-up view and changed direction for a key kind in pro sports. of the grab. Several of them were two-run double in a 9-0 victory Pence took the high road in May standing just a few feet behind against St. Louis in the Game 7 NL when his beloved custom motor him in the fenced archway at Championship Series clincher. scooter – his transportation to and AT&T Park on Tuesday night as These days, with another NLCS from games – went missing. He the Giants closed out the Nation- matchup against the Cardinals on got it back after announcing there als in the NL Division Series. deck, Pence isn’t getting pensive. would be no hard feelings and “Looking at the picture, that’s “Everything that’s happened in promising to gift a signed bobblewhat I think is really awesome,” the past, it’s done, it’s history,” he head (of him on the scooter, of Pence said. “I’m like, ‘I wonder if said. “So, this is a new and sepacourse) as a reward if his ride was any of these people get to see this rate experience in and of itself. It’s returned. picture?’ I hope that it’s really cool a tremendous honor and a priviPence often gathers his teamto them. Sharing a moment, I think lege to take the field with these mates together to let them know my favorite part of what I saw of the guys.” how proud he is to be part of this clip was the fans’ reaction. I’m very Pence is as reliable for his antics, group for another special October. grateful to be a part of that.” and what manager Bruce Bochy When the Giants sealed a spot On the road, the fans flock to him, has called a “unique style of hitin the NL wild-card game, Pence too, albeit to playfully mock him. ting,” as he is for being written provided an expletive-filled At Citi Field in New York, the into the lineup each day. speech – he later apologized for Mets’ crowd poked fun at him at After Pence played every game in 2013 in his first full season with the the salty language getting aired every chance, waving signs such – congratulating the Giants for Giants and earned himself a new as “Hunter Pence Can’t Parallel Park” or “Hunter Pence Eats Pizza $90 million, 5-year contract, Bochy hanging in through the injuries, doubts, and skids. He also asked spoke of possibly giving him a rest With A Fork.”

With that odd throwing motion on occasion. But he wasn’t held out the home fans if they wanted another game by the bay, receivof the starting lineup until Game and unconventional stance and ing a resounding “YES! YES! YES!” 161, and still played in all 162. swing, Pence is an easy target.

That has become the club’s postPence has appeared in 383 conThen again, a ball he hit during season mantra. the Giants’ run to the 2012 World secutive games.

BY JANIE MCCAULEY AP Baseball Writer

It’s a pattern

Montgomery learned from DeJarnatt, Licocci SHOUT

of DeJarnatt, he also learned a great deal about coaching from butting heads with “Carson was not happy Licocci, an official for 28 about that,” Montyears. gomery said, “and he Montgomery described asked me if we would himself as a “young be sending full teams know-it-all, and nobody in the future. I told him was going to tell me anyI couldn’t promise that thing different,” when he would happen. We didn’t took over the Newman start off on the best of program in 1980. Many terms.” of the Comets’ matches As time went by, were officiated by Licocthough, they became ci, and Montgomery friends who helped each didn’t think twice about other. When Montgomletting him have it, if he ery mentioned he was thought the situation having difficulty with warranted it. some of his wrestlers Licocci, however, had making weight, DeJarthe last laugh, at that natt asked if he kept a year’s state tournament. weight book.

“I get a tug on my shirt, Montgomery did not, and there’s Tony in his and learned that DeJarstripes,” Montgomery natt kept a record of said. “All he said was, scales at schools across ‘You didn’t know you the area. Standing on were yelling at one of one part of a scale at a the best in the state all particular school could year, did you?’ From result in a lower weight that point on, I changed being registered. my whole philosophy. I “I started keeping a think Tony was the reaweight book,” Montson as I got older with gomery said, “and wrestling, I did more just that helped me out so sit in the chair. I coached many times I can’t even instead of worrying remember. That’s all about the officials, and from Carson.” a lot of that goes back to DeJarnatt was inducted Tony.” into the Illinois Wrestling In 28 years as an offiCoaches and Officials cial, Licocci worked 25 Association hall of fame regionals, 22 sectionals, in 1978. He was also the eight individual state grand marshal at the finals, and three dual state wrestling tournateam state finals. Licocci ment in 1990. and his son, Tom, were “It’s a shame he had to the first father/son depart so early,” Montcombination to work a gomery said, “because regional. he was one of the greats Licocci, along with in wrestling.”

Wayne Morss and Gary Much like MontgomNewlon, was instrumenery cut his coaching tal in conducting coachteeth against the likes ing clinics throughout CONTINUED FROM B1

northwestern Illinois.

They’d meet with coaches, go over rules, give demonstrations, and answer questions coaches may have.

It was a precursor to the statewide clinics currently conducted by the IWCOA. “I think the clinics that we had led to a lot of good camaraderie among the coaches,” Licocci said. “We kicked around the rules. We kicked around what their interpretation of the rules were. If we had any confusion, we talked it out. It helped the coaches to have a say.”

Montgomery mentioned one specific rule that Licocci covered in a clinic. When one wrestler got another in a headlock, it was to be stopped after 8 seconds, for the safety of the wrestler on the receiving end of the move.

Referees in this part of the state followed Licocci’s lead in dealing with headlocks.

“I admire Tony for that,” Montgomery said. “He had the safety of the kids in mind. I told my wrestlers, ‘If you get a headlock, make it quick because after 8 seconds, it’s going to get blown off.’

Tony was consistent, and it was good for him to get that point across to the other refs.”

Licocci, a multi-sport athlete at Newman, played 4 years of football and wrestled for 2 years at Illinois State University. He is in both his high school and college’s halls

of fame.

Licocci was also inducted into the IWCOA hall of fame in 1989, and served as grand marshal at the 2009 state tournament. He still attends the state tourney most years, if for no other reason than to catch up with old friends.

“I think the people involved made a big difference in how I approached things,” Licocci said. “To me, most of them were gentlemen, and that meant an awful lot. Some of them could be horse’s patoots, but most of them were nice gentlemen.”

Montgomery coached at Newman from 198091, and then at Rock Falls from 1992-06. The Comets and Rockets had a combined record of 420-237 during that time, with six conference championships, 10 regional titles, and two sectional crowns.

The 1985 Newman squad won a Class A Dual Team championship, and the 1988 Comets placed third. Individually, Montgomery has coached 62 state qualifiers, 36 medal winners, and 17 state champions.

He was inducted into the IWCOA hall of fame in 2002, and was grand marshal at the 2010 state tournament.

Montgomery has received numerous coaching and administrative honors from the IWCOA, including the organization’s Lifetime Achievement Award earlier this year.

Rock Falls Carrigan Chouinard

BOYS 2A Grayslake Sectional When: 9 a.m. Monday Where: Stonewall Orchard Golf Club, Grayslake Regional team champs: Freeport 337, Hampshire 312, Vernon Hills 321, Wheaton Academy 333 Regional individual medalists: Nick Adamczyk, GenoaKingston, 71; Grant Gosden, Wheaton Academy, 74; Ryan Hurley, Sterling, 75; Michael Mattas, St. Edward, 68 Local team: Sterling Other teams: Alleman, Aurora Central Catholic, Burlington Central, Genoa Kingston, Grayslake Central, Richmond-Burton, St. Francis Local individuals: Jacob Bonnell, Dixon; Carrigan Chouinard, Rock Falls; Aaron Frank, Rock Falls; Cole Ruckman, Dixon Outlook: Last year, a 78 was the cutoff point for an individual to make it out of the Freeport Sectional. Sterling’s Hurley seems more than capable of doing that. Rock Falls’ Frank shot an 80 at the regional, while everyone else was at least six shots behind that. The Warriors shot a 339 as a team to place second at the regional last week, and last year it took a 331 (which was shot by Sterling) to place third at the sectional from this corner of the state.

Advancement: Top three teams and top 10 players not on qualifying teams advance to state tournament at Weibring Golf Club in Normal on Oct. 17-18.

1A Seneca Sectional When: 9 a.m. Monday Where: Nettle Creek Golf Course, Morris Regional team champs: North Shore Country Day 309, Chicago Christian 325, Riverdale 338, Stockton 332 Regional individual medalists: Tyler Bussert, Riverdale, 77; Drew Miles, North Shore Country Day, 74; Aric Jordan, Stockton, 80; John Reinisch, F.W. Parker, 78 Local team: Amboy Other teams: Aurora Christian, Byron, Galena, IC Catholic, Pecatonica, Rockford Christian, St. Bede Local individuals: Jackson Ames, Prophetstown; Taylor Brubaker, Oregon; Carson Buck, Oregon; Cameron Ehlers, West Carroll; Levi Floming, Erie; Noah Hogue, Morrison; Anthony Mendoza, West Carroll; Matt Myers, Oregon; Justin Peterson, Fulton; Christopher Rademacher, Polo; Brock Smith, Morrison; Brett Terrock, Fulton; Lucas Wiebenga, Fulton; Jackson Westen, Prophetstown Outlook: The Clippers are going to need to cut quite a few strokes to entertain thoughts of a state trip as a team. Oregon’s Carson Buck shot the lowest round in the regional of any locals, at 84. Last year, it took an 83 at the Byron Sectional to advance as an individual. With some solid teams here, most of the Sauk Valley players will need to cut a handful of strokes to make it, unless weather wreaks havoc on scores.

Advancement: Top three teams and top 10 players not on qualifying teams advance to state tournament at Prairie Vista Golf Course in Bloomington on Oct. 17-18.

Eastland’s Bailey Heckman

GIRLS A Eastland Sectional When: 9 a.m. Monday Where: Lake Carroll Golf Course, Lanark Regional team champs: Geneseo 371, Morton 388 Rockford Lutheran 385, Sherrard 438 Regional individual medalists: Mamie Ambrosch, Metamora, 90; Monica Lieving, Geneseo, 77; Kelsey Page, Rockford Lutheran, 89; Katy Schmitt, Sherrard, 85 Local teams: Eastland, Erie Other teams: Byron, Canton, Lena-Winslow, Mercer County, Metamora, Princeton Local individuals: Hayley Guilinger, West Carroll; Taylor Kelley, Prophetstown; Mackenna Munson, Fulton; Olivia Pultorak, Dixon; Abi Scheidecker, Oregon; Ali Scheidecker, Oregon; Jaeden Workman, Morrison Outlook: Eastland and Erie would both be long shots to advance to state as teams, but both have individuals like Karissa Freidag (Eastland) and Morgan Newton (Erie) capable of posting scores to advance as individuals.

Also watch out for either of the Scheidecker twins from Oregon, and Morrison’s Workman as possible threats to shoot advancing scores.

Advancement: Top three teams and top 10 players not on qualifying teams advance to state tournament at Red Tail Run Golf Course in Decatur on Oct. 17-18.

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Saturday, October 11, 2014

Zits® by Jerry Scott and Jim Borgman

Arlo & Janis by Jimmy Johnson Garfield by Jim Davis

Freshly Squeezed by Ed Stein Get Fuzzy by Darby Conley

Blondie by Dean Young & John Marshall

Wizard of Id by Brant Parker and Johnny Hart

Pearls Before Swine by Stephan Pastis Rose is Rose by Pat Brady and Don Wimmer

Pickles by Brian Crane Big Nate by Lincoln Peirce

Born Loser by Art and Chip Sansom

Baby Blues by Jerry Scott & Rick Kirkman

Soup To Nutz by Rick Stromoski

Family Circus by Bil Keane

The Argyle Sweater by Scott Hilburn

Alley Oop by Dave Graue and Jack Bender

Bridge Frank & Ernest by Bob Thaves

Some hands can hint to bid game

Grizzwells by Bill Schorr

All top bridge players are good at math. But a lot of the sums should not be beyond anyone. Look at today’s South hand. Partner opens one club, East passes, South responds one spade, West intervenes with two hearts, North passes, and East passes. What should South do now?

At the table, South, someone who has been successful in his career, passed out two hearts. What was he thinking? As soon as North opened one club, South should have said to himself, “I have 14 points; we are bidding at least game.”

South should have made a takeout double. North would have bid two spades, showing three-card support.

(With four spades, he would have raised to two spades on round two.) Then South would have jumped to four spades.

How should South plan

the play in four spades after West leads the club queen?

One other point in the auction: East should not have passed over two hearts with four trumps and a void. He should have bid (three or) four hearts.

South is faced with losers in each suit. But he will survive just as long as he plays low from the dummy at trick one. Suppose East ruffs (it is stronger defense to discard) and shifts to a heart. (South won’t misguess that suit if left to himself.) West wins and gives his partner another ruff – again, declarer must play a low club from the dummy.

Say East exits with a heart to dummy’s king. Declarer draws trumps, cashes his club king, crosses to dummy with a diamond, and discards his diamond loser on the club ace to get home. © 2014 UFS

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FRIDAY’S SCOREBOARD Volleyball Postseason pairings

3A Sterling Regional Monday, Oct. 27 • No. 4 Mendota vs. No. 5 Kewanee, 5:30 p.m.

• No. 3 Rock Falls vs. No. 6 Geneseo, 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Oct. 28 • No. 1 LaSalle-Peru vs. Mendota/ Kewanee, 5:30 p.m.

• No. 2 Sterling vs. Rock Falls/Geneseo, 6:30 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 30 • Championship, 6 p.m.

Winner advances to IVC Sectional vs.

Galesburg Regional winner, 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 4

3A Winnebago Regional Monday, Oct. 27 • No. 4 Freeport vs. No. 5 Stillman Valley, 6 p.m.

Tuesday, Oct. 28 • No. 1 Dixon vs. Freeport/Stillman Valley, 5:30 p.m.

• No. 2 Rochelle vs. No. 3 Winnebago, 6:30 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 30 • Championship, 6 p.m.

Winner advances to Rochelle Sectional vs. Hampshire Regional winner, 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 4

2A Bureau Valley Regional Monday, Oct. 27 • No. 4 Morrison vs. No. 5 Prophetstown, 6 p.m.

Tuesday, Oct. 28 • No. 1 Bureau Valley vs. Morrison/Prophetstown, 5:30 p.m.

• No. 2 Riverdale vs. No. 3 Newman, 6:30 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 30 • Championship, 6 p.m.

Winner advances to Pecatonica Sectional vs. Byron Regional winner, 5:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 4

2A Byron Regional Monday, Oct. 27 • No. 4 Rockford Christian vs. No. 5 North Boone, 5:30 p.m.

• No. 3 Byron vs. No. 6 South Beloit, 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Oct. 28 • No. 1 Oregon vs. Rockford Christian/ North Boone, 5:30 p.m.

• No. 2 Rockford Lutheran vs. Byron/South Beloit, 6:30 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 30 • Championship, 6 p.m.

Winner advances to Pecatonica Sectional vs. Bureau Valley Regional winner, 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4

2A Forreston Regional Monday, Oct. 27 • No. 4 Forreston vs. No. 5 West Carroll, 5:30 p.m.

• No. 3 Fulton vs. No. 6 Pecatonica, 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Oct. 28 • No. 1 Dakota vs. Forreston/West Carroll, 5:30 p.m.

• No. 2 Lena-Winslow vs. Fulton/Pecatonica, 6:30 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 30 • Championship, 6 p.m.

Winner advances to Pecatonica Sectional vs. Seneca Regional winner, 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 4

1A Amboy Regional Monday, Oct. 27 • No. 4 Amboy vs. No. 5 Polo, 6 p.m.

Tuesday, Oct. 28 • No. 1 Eastland vs. Amboy/Polo, 6 p.m.

• No. 2 Erie vs. No. 3 Milledgeville, 7 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 30 • Championship, 6 p.m.

Winner advances to River Ridge Sectional vs. Durand Regional winner, 5:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 4

1A AFC Regional Monday, Oct. 27 • No. 4 Hiawatha vs. No. 5 Alden-Hebron, 6 p.m.

Tuesday, Oct. 28 • No. 1 Keith Country Day vs. Hiawatha/ Alden-Hebron, 5:30 p.m.

• No. 2 Christian Life vs. No. 3 AFC, 6:30 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 30 • Championship, 6 p.m.

Winner advances to River Ridge Sectional vs. Scales Mound Regional winner, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4

Boys soccer Postseason pairings

1A Stillman Valley Regional Friday, Oct. 10 • No. 4 Byron 2, No. 5 Winnebago 0 Tuesday, Oct. 14 • No. 1 Keith Country Day vs. Byron, 4 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 15 • No. 2 Stillman Valley vs. No. 3 Oregon, 4 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 18 • Championship, noon Winner advances to Byron Sectional vs.

Harvard Regional winner, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21

2A Freeport Regional Tuesday, Oct. 21 • No. 1 Sterling vs. No. 4 Dixon, 4:30 p.m.

• No. 2 Freeport vs. No. 3 Rochelle, 6 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 24 • Championship, 5:30 p.m.

Winner advances to Hampshire Sectional vs. Belvidere North Regional winner, 5 p.m.

Oct. 28

Men’s golf Friday’s results

Region IV Tournament Day 2 at PrairieView Golf Course, Byron Par 72 Team scores 1. Black Hawk 617, 2. Oakton 634, 3.

Carl Sandburg 635, 4. Sauk Valley 638, 5.

Moraine Valley 652, 6. Elgin 654, 7. Highland 657, 8. Illinois Valley 660, 9. Waubonsee 668.

Individual leaders 1. Elijah Day (Black Hawk) 150, 2. Chad Nitz (Black Hawk) 151, 3. Will Baumgartner (Oakton) 152, 4. Adam Werntz (Highland) 153, 4. Ryan Dixon (Sauk Valley) 153, 4.

Dylan Mullins (Carl Sandburg) 153 Other Sauk Valley scores: Jarred Hippen 155, Trevor Sisson 164, Austin Thomas 170, Trace Hippen 177.

MLB playoffs LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES (Best-of-7; x-if necessary) American League (All AL games televised by TBS) Baltimore 0, Kansas City 0 Friday: Kansas City (Shields 14-8) at Baltimore (Tillman 13-6), late.

Saturday: Kansas City (Ventura 14-10) at Baltimore (Gonzalez 10-9), 3:07 p.m.

Monday: Baltimore at Kansas City, 7:07 p.m.

Tuesday: Baltimore at Kansas City, 7:07 p.m. x-Wednesday, Oct. 15: Baltimore at Kansas City, 4:07 p.m. x-Friday, Oct. 17: Kansas City at Baltimore, 7:07 p.m. x-Saturday, Oct. 18: Kansas City at Baltimore, 7:07 p.m.

National League St. Louis 0, San Francisco 0 Saturday: San Francisco (Bumgarner 18-10) at St. Louis (Wainwright 20-9), 7:07 p.m. (Fox) Sunday: San Francisco at St. Louis (Lynn 15-10), 7:07 p.m. (FS1) Tuesday: St. Louis (Lackey 3-3) at San Francisco, 3:07 p.m. (FS1) Wednesday, Oct. 15: St. Louis (Miller 10-9) at San Francisco, 7:07 p.m. (FS1) x-Thursday, Oct. 16: St. Louis at San Francisco, 7:07 p.m. (FS1)

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MLB | ALCS | GAME 1

x-Saturday, Oct. 18: San Francisco at St. Louis, 3:07 p.m. (Fox) x-Sunday, Oct. 19: San Francisco at St. Louis, 6:37 p.m. (FS1)

NFL AMERICAN CONFERENCE Buffalo New England Miami N.Y. Jets

W 3 3 2 1

Indianapolis Houston Tennessee Jacksonville

W 4 3 1 0

Cincinnati Baltimore Pittsburgh Cleveland

W 3 3 3 2

San Diego Denver Kansas City Oakland

W 4 3 2 0

East L T 2 0 2 0 2 0 4 0 South L T 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 North L T 1 0 2 0 2 0 2 0 West L T 1 0 1 0 3 0 4 0

Pct .600 .600 .500 .200

PF 96 123 96 79

PA 89 107 97 127

Pct .667 .500 .200 .000

PF 189 132 88 67

PA 136 120 139 169

Pct .750 .600 .600 .500

PF 97 116 114 103

PA 76 80 108 105

Pct .800 .750 .400 .000

PF 133 116 119 51

PA 63 87 101 103

NATIONAL CONFERENCE

East L T Pct PF Philadelphia 1 0 .800 156 Dallas 1 0 .800 135 N.Y. Giants 2 0 .600 133 Washington 4 0 .200 112 South W L T Pct PF Carolina 3 2 0 .600 104 Atlanta 2 3 0 .400 151 New Orleans 2 3 0 .400 132 Tampa Bay 1 4 0 .200 103 North W L T Pct PF Detroit 3 2 0 .600 99 Green Bay 3 2 0 .600 134 Minnesota 2 3 0 .400 101 Chicago 2 3 0 .400 116 West W L T Pct PF Arizona 3 1 0 .750 86 Seattle 3 1 0 .750 110 San Francisco 3 2 0 .600 110 St. Louis 1 3 0 .250 84 Thursday’s result Indianapolis 33, Houston 28 Sunday’s games Jacksonville at Tennessee, noon Detroit at Minnesota, noon Baltimore at Tampa Bay, noon Denver at N.Y. Jets, noon New England at Buffalo, noon Carolina at Cincinnati, noon Pittsburgh at Cleveland, noon Green Bay at Miami, noon San Diego at Oakland, 3:05 p.m.

Dallas at Seattle, 3:25 p.m.

Washington at Arizona, 3:25 p.m.

Chicago at Atlanta, 3:25 p.m.

N.Y. Giants at Philadelphia, 7:30 p.m.

Open: Kansas City, New Orleans Monday’s game San Francisco at St. Louis, 7:30 p.m.

W 4 4 3 1

PA 132 103 111 136 PA 120 143 141 156 PA 79 106 126 131 PA 86 83 106 119

Las Vegas Line FAVORITE

UNDERDOG

Denver at Cleveland at Tennessee at Atlanta Green Bay Detroit at Cincinnati New England Baltimore San Diego at Seattle at Arizona at Philadelphia

LINE O/U Sunday 9½ 47½ 1½ 47 6 44½ 3 53½ 3½ 48½ 1½ 45 6½ 44 3 45½ 3 43½ 7 43 8 47 3½ 45 3 50½ Monday San Francisco 3½ 43½

at N.Y. Jets Pittsburgh Jacksonville Chicago at Miami at Minnesota Carolina at Buffalo at Tampa Bay at Oakland Dallas Washington N.Y. Giants at St. Louis

NHL EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division W L OT Pts GF GA Montreal 2 0 0 4 6 4 Detroit 1 0 0 2 2 1 Tampa Bay 1 0 0 2 3 2 Boston 1 1 0 2 3 3 Florida 0 0 1 1 2 3 Ottawa 0 1 0 0 2 3 Toronto 0 1 0 0 3 4 Buffalo 0 1 0 0 1 3 Metropolitan Division W L OT Pts GF GA Columbus 1 0 0 2 3 1 New Jersey 1 0 0 2 6 4 Pittsburgh 1 0 0 2 6 4 N.Y. Rangers 1 0 0 2 3 2 Washington 0 0 1 1 1 2 Carolina 0 0 0 0 0 0 N.Y. Islanders 0 0 0 0 0 0 Philadelphia 0 2 0 0 5 8 WESTERN CONFERENCE Central Division W L OT Pts GF GA Minnesota 1 0 0 2 5 0 Nashville 1 0 0 2 3 2 Chicago 1 0 0 2 3 2 Dallas 0 0 1 1 2 3 Winnipeg 0 0 0 0 0 0 St. Louis 0 1 0 0 2 3 Colorado 0 1 0 0 0 5 Pacific Division W L OT Pts GF GA San Jose 1 0 0 2 4 0 Vancouver 1 0 0 2 4 2 Arizona 0 0 0 0 0 0 Edmonton 0 0 0 0 0 0 Anaheim 0 1 0 0 4 6 Calgary 0 1 0 0 2 4 Los Angeles 0 1 0 0 0 4 Note: Two points for a win, one point for overtime loss.

Friday’s result N.Y. Islanders at Carolina, 6 p.m.

Saturday’s games Washington at Boston, 6 p.m.

Pittsburgh at Toronto, 6 p.m.

Anaheim at Detroit, 6 p.m.

Ottawa at Tampa Bay, 6 p.m.

New Jersey at Florida, 6 p.m.

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

Montreal at Philadelphia, 6 p.m.

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

Calgary at St. Louis, 6 p.m.

Dallas at Nashville, 7 p.m.

Buffalo at Chicago, 7:30 p.m.

Minnesota at Colorado, 8 p.m.

Los Angeles at Arizona, 8 p.m.

Edmonton at Vancouver, 9 p.m.

Winnipeg at San Jose, 9 p.m.

Sunday’s games Toronto at N.Y. Rangers, 6 p.m.

Winnipeg at Los Angeles, 9 p.m.

NBA preseason Friday’s results Orlando at Indiana, 6 p.m.

Washington vs. Charlotte at Greenville, S.C., 6 p.m.

Boston at Toronto, 6:30 p.m.

Philadelphia at Minnesota, 7 p.m.

Oklahoma City at Dallas, 7:30 p.m.

Denver at Phoenix, 9 p.m.

Saturday’s games Cleveland vs. Miami, at Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 4 p.m.

New York vs. Boston, at Uncasville, Conn., 6:30 p.m.

Atlanta at Memphis, 7 p.m.

Chicago at Milwaukee, 7:30 p.m.

Brooklyn vs. Sacramento at Shanghai, China, midnight Sunday’s games Detroit at Washington, noon Indiana at Dallas, 6:30 p.m.

L.A. Clippers at Portland, 8 p.m.

Golden State vs. L.A. Lakers, at Ontario, Calif., 8:30 p.m.

Auto racing NASCAR-Sprint Cup Bank of America 500 Lineup After Thursday qualifying; race Saturday At Charlotte Motor Speedway Concord, N.C. Lap length: 1.5 miles (Car number in parentheses) 1. (18) Kyle Busch, Toyota, 197.39 mph.

2. (24) Jeff Gordon, Chevrolet, 197.217.

3. (11) Denny Hamlin, Toyota, 197.087.

4. (14) Tony Stewart, Chevrolet, 196.542.

5. (31) Ryan Newman, Chevrolet, 196.442.

6. (27) Paul Menard, Chevrolet, 196.1.

7. (4) Kevin Harvick, Chevrolet, 195.837.

8. (55) Brian Vickers, Toyota, 195.744.

9. (88) Dale Earnhardt Jr., Chevrolet, 194.953.

10. (99) Carl Edwards, Ford, 194.861.

11. (41) Kurt Busch, Chevrolet, 194.328.

12. (16) Greg Biffle, Ford, 191.598.

13. (22) Joey Logano, Ford, 196.485.

14. (10) Danica Patrick, Chevrolet, 196.464.

15. (43) Aric Almirola, Ford, 196.442.

16. (51) Justin Allgaier, Chevrolet, 196.414.

17. (2) Brad Keselowski, Ford, 196.278.

18. (1) Jamie McMurray, Chevrolet, 196.278.

19. (5) Kasey Kahne, Chevrolet, 196.271.

20. (3) Austin Dillon, Chevrolet, 196.207.

21. (48) Jimmie Johnson, Chevrolet, 196.171.

22. (20) Matt Kenseth, Toyota, 196.114.

23. (78) Martin Truex Jr., Chevrolet, 195.73.

24. (42) Kyle Larson, Chevrolet, 195.673.

25. (15) Clint Bowyer, Toyota, 195.291.

26. (47) AJ Allmendinger, Chevrolet, 195.277.

27. (9) Marcos Ambrose, Ford, 194.665.

28. (17) Ricky Stenhouse Jr., Ford, 194.273.

29. (13) Casey Mears, Chevrolet, 194.112.

30. (36) Reed Sorenson, Chevrolet, 193.736.

31. (95) Michael McDowell, Ford, 193.465.

32. (40) Landon Cassill, Chevrolet, 193.368.

33. (23) Alex Bowman, Toyota, 193.223.

34. (34) David Ragan, Ford, 193.175.

35. (7) Michael Annett, Chevrolet, 193.078.

36. (26) Cole Whitt, Toyota, 192.974.

37. (38) David Gilliland, Ford, Owner Points.

38. (98) Josh Wise, Chevrolet, Owner Points.

39. (66) Brett Moffitt, Toyota, Owner Points.

40. (33) Timmy Hill, Chevrolet, Owner Points.

41. (83) J.J. Yeley, Toyota, Owner Points.

42. (77) Corey LaJoie, Ford, Owner Points.

43. (32) Blake Koch, Ford, Owner Points.

Failed to Qualify 44. (6) Trevor Bayne, Ford.

Transactions BASEBALL American League BALTIMORE ORIOLES — Reassigned RHP Ubaldo Jimenez to the minor leagues.

Reinstated LHP Brian Matusz.

NEW YORK YANKEES — Re-signed senior vice president and general manager Brian Cashman to a three-year contract.

TEXAS RANGERS — Claimed INF Ed Lucas off waivers from Miami.

National League MILWAUKEE BREWERS — Announced they will not offer 2015 contracts to hitting coach Johnny Narron and first base/infield coach Garth Iorg.

PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES — Announced OF Tony Gwynn Jr. declined outright assignment and chose free agency.

PITTSBURGH PIRATES — Assigned OF Jose Tabata outright to Indianapolis (IL).

ST. LOUIS CARDINALS — Reassigned LHP Sam Freeman to the minor leagues.

Reinstated C A.J. Pierzynski.

AP

The Royals’ Alex Gordon is helped by umpire Tim Timmons and Orioles catcher Nick Hundley after being hit by a pitch during the eighth inning of Game 1 of the American League championship series on Friday in Baltimore. The game was tied at 5 heading into the 10th inning at SVM’s deadline.

Royals, Orioles head to extras By the Associated Press

BALTIMORE – The Kansas City Royals and Baltimore Orioles headed to the 10th inning tied at 5 in the AL Championship Series opener. The game concluded after Sauk Valley Media’s deadline.

The Royals led 4-0 in the third Friday night, then 5-1 in the fifth, before the Orioles pulled even in the sixth as a steady rain fell.

In the ninth, after 11 p.m., Kansas City loaded the bases with no outs,

but Eric Hosmer hit into a forceout at home, helped by catcher Nick Hundley’s slick pickup at the plate, and Billy Butler grounded into a double play.

In these playoffs, the Royals became the first major league team to win three consecutive extra-inning postseason games. They beat the Athletics in the wildcard game in 12 innings, then won each of the first two games of their ALDS sweep of the Angels in 11.

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OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

NASCAR SPRINT CUP

Weather prime for deer hunting

Life and love on track

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nother week of beautiful fall weather has come to pass, and I can’t decide if I’m going to be upset that the summer is over or happy about all that is coming up.

Since I generally live in the now, I will go with the now, and what’s hot outdoors right now is deer and deer hunting.

The weather for this October’s opening week has been as good as any I can remember, with dry air and some cool days to go with some downright chilly mornings.

So it would only make sense that a lot of guys have spent a lot of time in a tree or blind already. I have gotten many reports of deer being taken from friends of mine. Mostly does and a couple of small-racked bucks.

But with the corn and beans being harvested fast – and this weather – it won’t be long until a few big boys start biting the bullet. So about the time I stop guiding for flatheads is about the time the bucks start to chase the ladies around … strange coincidence, huh?

To be honest, I never really planned it that way, and most people are done catfishing long before then. It does work out nicely for me, and makes a nice carryover from my favorite outdoor activity to my second-favorite outdoor activity.

That, I guess, is what helps me transition from the end of catching my favorite fish, but what about you? So many things to do right now; it is harder to pick what to chase than to actually be successful chasing it.

Danica discusses relationship on Jeter’s website

BY JENNA FRYER AP Auto Racing Writer

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Richie Herrera of Sterling poses with his first-ever whitetail deer killed with a bow. a first-timer. A hunter that has harvested their first deer with a bow, or a Fishing guide fisherman with their first from Prophetfish of a certain species, stown. He can be reached at or whatever ... you get the flatheadmepoint. chanic40@ Well this week, I’d like to gmail.com send a shoutout to Richie Herrera for harvesting his first-ever whitetail with a bow and arrow. We all know that it is quite an I mean, you got crappies accomplishment. The smile in the picture says it and bluegills biting really well on the Mississippi and all, doesn’t it? Those smiles other places. Crappies and usually last for about a catfish and walleyes biting month or so for the first deer, and while they may real well right here on the Rock, too. Or do you hit the get a little shorter, they woods and enjoy the beau- never go away. Taking an tiful weather chasing deer? animal with a bow and See, it can be easy to get arrow is a rush, and if it doesn’t get you all fired up, over the loss of summer, just go buy a side of beef because to an outdoorsman, I still say there is no and leave the deer alone.

Anywho, I hope you’re better time than October all getting out and enjoyand November. If you ing this absolutely gorcan’t be happy during this stretch of time, well, I geous weather, and can’t help you. thanks for reading my One of the neatest things rants ... I do appreciate it.

I like to hear about, whethUntil next week, Go er fishing or hunting, is Catfish!

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She also addressed her extreme popularity. She noted she gets attention for being a female driver, and that a decent finish often comes with more publicity than a male driver would receive.

“Plenty of drivers have the same result every single weekend and don’t get near the same publicity. Balancing that difference can be tricky,” she said.

Patrick had to balance a recent sixth-place finish at Atlanta with Stenhouse’s bad day. She said it made for several quiet moments on the plane.

“Ricky had a bad race. I had my best-ever finish. I was very happy. He was very bummed,” she wrote. “But after about 10 minutes, we did what all drivers do in awkward moments of silence. We talked about how our cars were running. Pretty soon, everything in our relationship was back to normal. Well, our normal anyway.”

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CONCORD, N.C. – Danica Patrick admits there are some occupational hazards to dating a fellow NASCAR driver.

In a column for Derek Jeter’s new sports website, The Players’ Tribune, Patrick wrote that racing against boyfriend Ricky Stenhouse Jr. can create “Montagues and the Capulets” moments – a reference to the feuding families of the star-crossed lovers in Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet.”

“If it’s crazy to want to go to sleep next to the person who ran your car off the road going 200 miles per hour earlier that day, then I’m certifiable,” she wrote.

Patrick and Stenhouse went public with their relationship in early 2013, and have had only a handful of scrapes on the track. After their most recent, at Chicago last month, she used profanity to discuss it with him after the race. Then they moved on.

“He’s also extremely cuddly, which really helps his cause, because sometimes I’m not very happy with him,” she wrote.

Jeter launched his website at the beginning of the month after he retired from the New York Yankees.

The site is devoted to delivering athletes’ “unfiltered” views to the fans, and The Players’ Tribune is being billed as a digital company that will offer unique access to top athletes in every sport. Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson wrote about domestic violence in an earlier post.

Patrick used her debut on the site to touch on a variety of topics, including her struggles in NASCAR and the question of children, “a decision for us to consider in our future.”

“This is stuff that I didn’t entertain before I was with him, and it’s a big part of my life now,” she wrote. “It’s a question that every ambitious, working woman has to grapple with.”

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BUSINESS NOTEBOOK

Chamber kicking off new program STAFF REPORT news@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5501

ROCK FALLS – The Rock Falls Chamber of Commerce will kick off a new program for its members.

The chamber will have its first Quarterly Members Meeting from noon to 1 p.m.

Wednesday at the Rock Falls

Community Building, 601 W. 10th St. Several speakers will offer quick tips and tricks about marketing: Bethany Bland, president and CEO of the Rock Falls Chamber; Suzy Perino, marketing director of Sauk Valley Bank; Keri Olson, membership and marketing director at Sterling-Rock Falls Family YMCA;

and Jack Spencer, a local agent with State Farm Insurance.

Participants will have a chance to network with other businesses during the lunch hour. The chamber also encourages businesses and organizations to take advantage of the crowd to share news or upcoming events.

Business owners, managers

and employees are invited.

Lunch will be provided for $5.

Bland said marketing was chosen to launch the program because of how vital it is to business growth.

“Our members’ first question is always about how they can get more customers,” she said. “The purpose of our first Quarterly Members Meeting is to show the

value in marketing. We see this as an opportunity for our members to learn what’s working in our community.”

Advance tickets will be available until Monday. To register, contact Kadina Hodges at hodges@rockfallschamber. com or 815-625-4500.

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‘We’re the Vintage Chicks’

Financial straight talk.

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House rehab worth money?

Dear Dave, My husband and I recently inherited my parents’ home.

It’s in a small, rural town with little industry, and we’ve been told that the place would be worth $85,000 if it’s cleaned up, compared to $75,000 as is.

Should we spend about $10,000 to really clean it up, replace a few things, and make it presentable to sell it faster?

– Terri Submitted photos

Vicki Miller opened Vintage Chicks & Feed, 700 E. state Route 72, at the family feed store, about 3 miles west of Byron. She sells livestock, pet food, muck boots and the like, along with what Vicki calls “rustic relics” – everything from Mason jars to barbed wire art.

New rural Leaf River shop offers rustic farm finds, and feed

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love for old-fashioned items and agriculture has led a rural Leaf River family to open a new business that features both.

Gene and Vicki Miller opened Vintage Chicks & Feed, 700 E. state Route 72, on Sept. 6. They run it with their three grown children.

The store, about 3 miles west of Byron, sells livestock and pet food, along with what Vicki calls “rustic relics” – things such as Mason jars and barbed wire art.

It all started years ago, daughter Amy Kirchner explained, when her father started selling livestock feed from the store, which is just down the road and around the corner from the family farm where they raise Hereford cattle.

“We were in 4-H and had livestock projects, so Dad started selling feed,” she said.

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The spaces inside Vintage Chicks & Feed in Leaf River are filled with artfully arranged rustic items and decorator pieces.

Dear Terri, It’s really up to you guys, because both options – whether you’re sitting on the house or rehabbing it – are going to take time and emotional energy. From a real estate person’s perspective, houses always sell better when they’re shined up and looking nice. When a prospective buyer walks in and sees and smells new carpet and fresh paint, they don’t have to strain their imaginations looking past everything.

When you force potential buyers to look past things, it usually ends up costing you money.

In most cases, if you spend $10,000, you gain more than what you put into the house.

Honestly, I think one of the numbers you’ve given me is wrong – either the $85,000, the $75,000 or the $10,000 you think it will take to fix up the place. In other words, if you spend $10,000 on a project like this, you’ll usually gain $20,000 when you’re talking about stuff like a thorough cleaning, new carpet and flooring, fresh paint, and basics like that. My guess is if the place is worth $85,000 fixed up, it’ll probably bring about $65,000 as-is.

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INDUSTRY NEWS

Ex-publisher acquires Iowa newspaper group Mayfield joined in venture by his wife STAFF REPORT news@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5501

MAQUOKETA, Iowa – Dixon resident Trevis Mayfield, president and majority owner of Sycamore Media Corp., announced Wednesday that the company had acquired a group of Iowa newspapers.

The newspapers, which were owned for nearly 70 years by the Melvold family, are just west of the Mississippi River.

The Dewitt Observer and the Maquoketa Sentinel-Press publish twice a week; The Bellevue Herald-Leader publishes weekly.

Mayfield, 48, is a former vice president of Shaw Media and publisher of Sauk Valley Media. He is joined in the new venture by his wife Nancy, 48.

“I believe in the strength of newspapers in small markets,” Mayfield said, “and I feel strongly about the role they play in Trevis supporting a Mayfield vibrant and healthy community.”

Mayfield has been in the newspaper industry for almost

30 years, starting at his hometown newspaper in Sullivan, Ind. He was a photographer, reporter, copy editor, and managing editor for various newspapers before he became publisher of the Tribune-Star in Terre Haute, Indiana, in 1999. He announced in April that he was leaving Shaw after 9 years to pursue new endeavors with his wife, who also is a journalist. They plan to move soon to Iowa.

Mayfield said he had enjoyed his time in Dixon and with the people at Shaw Media.

“I had so many opportunities here that have led to this next step for me,” he said. “I am grateful to Shaw for bringing me here.

“Nancy and I have grown very fond of this area, and there are a lot of people we will miss. Fortunately, we won’t be too far away.”

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BUREAU VALLEY RENAISSANCE PROGRAM

The Renaissance Program of Bureau Valley High School in Manlius partnered with Crop Production Services of Sheffield to provide students and staff with new T-shirts. The shirts were handed out during study hall Sept. 26. Photos submitted by Tori Boyle.

September Students and Staff of the Month were honored with breakfast Sept. 30 by the Renaissance program. The honorees are (from left) Tess Kopp, Kaitlyn Ptasnik, Tommy Johnston, Corinne Wagenknecht, Makina Carrington, Tina Eller, Savannah Dean, Garret Dabler, and Kelsey Kaiser. Not pictured are Lea Stetson, Regan Weidner, Jacob Heidenreich, and Joshua Monier.

HOMECOMING COURT Bureau Valley High School’s homecoming week was Sept. 29-Oct. 4. The court consisted of (from left) Calen Buysse and Sophia Myong, freshmen; Cole Kaiser and Cynthia Mathas, sophomores; Harrison Brousseau and Chelsea Higgins, juniors; and Tommy Johnston, Lindsey Hoffert, Tyler Gonigam, Jehna Thomas, Chase Pierce, and Julia Edlefson, seniors. Photo submitted by Joyce Wallace.

Photo submitted by Joyce Wallace

SENIOR CENTERS German food, music part of trip Whiteside County Senior Center will sponsor a bus trip to an Oktoberfest dinner Oct. 18 at Starved Rock Lodge in Utica.

A buffet of German food along with music from The New Doodledorfers German band are part of

the cost. There will be an additional charge for wine and beer tasting. The price is $50 for members and $55 for nonmembers.

Payment should be made at either senior center.

The bus will leave at 2:30 p.m. from the former Kmart parking lot, 2901 E. Lincolnway, Sterling, and at 2:45 from Shopko, 1350 N.

Galena Ave., Dixon.

The journey will include a fall foliage tour.

For more information, call either center.

Spelling skills to be tested in Dixon DIXON – A mini spelling bee for all ages will be at 1:30 p.m. Oct. 22 at Lee County Council on Aging.

Prizes will be awarded to first- and second-place winners. Refreshments will be served.

Registration is due by Friday; call the center.

Chance to locate unknown assets DIXON – The I-Cash Program from the state treasurer’s office links people with

Senior Centers Lee County Council on Aging and Lee County Senior Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon. Call 815288-9236.

Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling. Call 815-622-9230. unclaimed money or other valuables.

From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Wednesday searches for

claims can be made at the Lee County Council on Aging. Call the center for more information.

Health checks, exercise, potato bar on monthly schedule POLO – Ogle County Health Department staff will administer flu and pneumonia vaccines from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Monday at Polo Senior Center, 101 E. Mason St. Other activities at the center include: Free blood pressure checks from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Wednesday.

A grief support group

meeting at 3 p.m. Friday.

Card game night for adults at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 17. Participants can play Phase 10 or euchre. A new game also will be introduced, and pizza will be served.

Prize bingo from noon to 2 p.m. Oct. 20.

The Caregivers Group meeting at 1:30 p.m. Oct. 21. Anne Hilliard with KSB

Hospital in Dixon will be the speaker.

Craft Day at 9 a.m. Oct. 22. Participants will begin to make angels for residents at Polo Rehabilitation and Health Care Center, and Christmas treats to put on the senior center tables. Supplies will be provided.

A baked potato bar from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The cost

is $7 for a potato, toppings, beverage, and dessert. Proceeds will benefit the center.

Popcorn and a movie at noon Oct. 27.

A potluck at 11 a.m.

Oct. 28. Joyce and Dan Frankfother with AARP will speak about income tax.

Those attending are asked to bring a dish to pass and their own table service.

Games and treats at a Halloween party from noon to 2 p.m. Oct. 31.

Costumes are optional.

Continuous sessions are: Fit for Life exercise from 9 to 10 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. The cost is $20 per month, for all ages.

Popcorn and at noon games of 500, both on Wednesdays.

Line dancing at 10:30 a.m. with Joanne Bauman, Company “P” practice at 10:30 a.m., and Mexican Train dominoes at noon, all on Thursdays.

Cinnamon rolls on Fridays.

All events are open to the public and are free, unless otherwise stated.

For more information, call the center at 815-946-3818.

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Yellow daisies brighten the landscape at Selmi’s Greenhouse in Rock Falls. Photo submitted by Bruce Bley of Gault.

A butterfly and a bee share a sunflower blossom. Photo submitted by Jeri Wethington of Rochelle.

Amboy ball players take a break from practice as they work toward a future with the Chicago White Sox. Dylan (left) and Kabe Daniels were in a Lee County field of dreams owned by their grandfather, John “Stubby” Santos. Photo submitted by Dick Santos of Dixon.

Two sets of twins encountered each other Aug. 16 at McDonald’s in Dixon. The children are (from left) Arbnor Useini, 7; Xoe and Cali Lemay, both 5; and Albinot Useini, 7. Photo submitted

by Lynda Norton of Dixon.

Pink impatiens spill out from a hole in a tree. Photo submitted by Wethington.

The Rock River Valley VietNow banner was on display during Amboy Depot Days. Gary DeBord (left) and Rick Sanders, both of Dixon, are shown. Sanders is a past national commander of the organization. Photo submitted by Norton.

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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PUNT, PASS AND KICK COMPETITION RESULTS

Saturday, October 11, 2014

IN BRIEF Fundraiser to help buy books

Coloma Township Park District in Rock Falls recently had its 39th annual Punt, Pass, and Kick Competition.

Winners, based on age divisions and gender are (kneeling, from left) Kendra Scott, first place; Averie Payne, second; Cooper Spears, first; Brody Christoffersen, second; Jerimiah Purkapile, third; Maddux Korstick, fourth; Hope Hampton, first; Brooklyn Korstick, second; and Lindsey Shaw, third; and (standing) Chance Thayer, first; Colby Ward, second; TaRa Shaw and Axel Lovgren, both first; Jaron Russell, second; Kyle Young, third; and Lydia Coatney, Nate Ahlers, and Caitlin Shaw, all first. The first-place winners will compete Oct. 19 in the sectional competition in Roscoe. Photos submitted by the park district.

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GONE FISHING

Winners of the annual Rock Falls Optimist Club Fishing Derby display their awards. The competition was at Centennial Park, with 50 participants receiving a prize and a gift bag from the state Department of Resources.

Lunch was provided by the Rock Falls Optimist Club. The Rock Falls High School Key Club also helped with the event.

Walk, play, run with Dixon Park District DIXON – Register your team for the adult indoor volleyball league. Play will start the week of Nov. 10, with women’s on Mondays; Co-ed A, Tuesdays; and Co-ed B, Wednesdays.

All games are played at the National Guard Armory, 412 W. Everett St. Registration also is underway for the adult men’s indoor basketball league. We will accept a maximum of 12 teams.

Play is Thursday evenings, starting Dec. 11 at the armory.

Indoor walking will begin Nov. 1, also at the armory.

The hours are 8 to 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mon-

terrySHROYER Terry Shroyer is the recreation director of the Dixon Park District.

day through Friday, except on state or federal holidays.

Register at the park office, 804 Palmyra St. Dixon Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary will host a Zombie Run and Family Halloween Walk (time to be announced) Oct. 25 in Page Park on Page Park

Drive. This is a fundraiser for veterans and Rosecrance Treatment Center.

Many events will take place in your parks this month: the YMCA Halloween Hustle, the Hairy Buzz Run, and the Meadows Monster Run. The park district’s Adult Flag Football League started its 35th season Sept. 7 at the Meadows Sports Complex.

This league originally played at Reynolds softball fields. Ten years later, we moved to Page Park, and 12 years after that, to the Meadows. As many as 24 teams have competed at various times. There are 16 teams in two divi-

sions this year. Play is on Sundays through late November.

For all tennis players – Dixon Park District and the Emma Hubbs Tennis Club have installed new, free lights, working from 7 to 10 p.m. nightly at the Emma Hubbs Tennis Courts in Page Park.

The public is welcome to attend the board of commissioners meeting at 6 p.m. Oct. 6.

The park district administrative office is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 1 to 4 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, and is closed Thursday.

Call 815-284-3306 or stop in for more information.

Rocket Readers takes off at local library ROCK FALLS – Activities for a variety of ages are available at Rock Falls Public Library, 1007 Seventh Ave. They include: The library board will meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday.

The Rocket Readers for children in kindergarten through fourth grade will meet from 4 to 5 p.m. Wednesdays this month. Games, stories, snacks, and activities are featured, with a different theme each week. Regis-

tration is required.

A fall family fun night will be from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Thursday. There will be games, activities, pumpkin decorating, and door prizes. Free tickets are available at the library front desk.

Scrapbooking is planned for 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 24.

Jim Gibbons will discuss “The Great Communicator: The Life of Ronald Reagan” at 6:30 p.m.

Oct. 27. Reagan’s speaking style will be the topic.

The Tuesday Night Book Club meets at 6 p.m. Oct. 28. This month’s selection is “The Supremes at Earl’s All You Can Eat Café,” by Edward Kelsey Moore.

New books are: Adult fiction: “Burn,” by James Patterson; “Wicked Ways,” by Lisa Jackson; “French Pastry Murder,”

by Leslie Meier; “Paris Match,” by Stuart Woods; and “The Lost Key,” by Catherine Coulter.

Adult nonfiction: “You Can’t Make This Stuff Up

MORRISON – A trivia night and meal to benefit Odell Public library will be Oct. 18 in the Oak Room Restaurant at Prairie Ridge Country Club, 903 W. Morris St. Registration and dining will begin at 6 p.m., with chicken and bean tacos and homemade salsa and guacamole. The competition will start at 6:30 p.m., with four rounds of 10 questions per round.

Teams will be made up of eight per table at a cost of $10. Participants can wear costumes.

There will be a dessert auction after the competition.

All proceeds will go to the library and to purchase books. To register or for more information, call the library at 815-772-7323.

– Life-Changing Lessons From Heaven,” by Theresa Caputo, and “World War I in 100 Objects,” by Peter Doyle.

Among the Halloween movies available are:”Hocus Pocus,” “Beetlejuice,” “Ghostbusters,” “Ghostbusters II,” “Halloweentown II,” “Gremlins,” and “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown.”

For more information or to register for Rocket Readers, call the library at 815-626-3958.

MORRISON – Morrison Chamber of Commerce will provide tickets for an October fundraiser for White Oaks Therapeutic Equestrian Center to be used at Buffalo Wild Wings, 4304 E. Lincolnway, Sterling.

Diners can find the tickets at the Morrison Chamber of Commerce Facebook page. They will need to either print the ticket or take a photograph. The tickets can be used on Wednesdays to get 10 percent of the meal cost donated to WHOA. Free community meals will be served from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Oct. 30, Nov. 13, and Dec. 11 and at 11:15 a.m. Nov. 23 at First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway. About 60 to 90 diners are served each time.

Volunteer groups interested in preparing, serving, and cleaning up are needed. For more information or to sign up, contact the Rev. Mike Selburg, pastor, at msel burg@firstpresmorrison. com or 309-361-1875.

For more information on Morrison activities, contact the chamber of commerce at 815-772-3757.

advertising for the competition. Visit whats-cookin. org for more information or to buy raffle tickets online.

Trick-or-treat in 1800s fashion FULTON – Beggar’s Night will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Oct. 18 at Heritage Canyon, 515 N. Fourth St. Families can wear costumes, and trick-or-treat in the canyon’s 1800s’era village. Donations will be accepted.

Visit cityoffulton.us or call 815-589-4545 for more information.

Shoppers can get in free at site DIXON – Anyone who shops in downtown Dixon can receive free admission to the Ronald Reagan Boyhood Home, 816 S. Hennepin Ave. Participants need to bring their receipts to the home to take advantage of the offer through Oct. 31. One admission per downtown business is allowed.

The home’s hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 1 to 4 Sunday. The home closes for the season Nov. 1.

For more information, call the home at 815288-5176.

Stories and soup part of evening STERLING – Sterling Public Library will present Dan Keding, as he shares tales and performs Oct. 24 at Wesley United Methodist Church, 2000 16th Ave. He is a storyteller and ballad singer.

The doors open at 6 p.m. for a soup supper with dessert and beverages. The program will start at 7, and is suitable for all ages.

The cost is $7. Proceeds will benefit Sterling Storytelling and Arts.

For more information, call the library at 815-6251370.

Meal, museum Teams can sign up for 2015 event visit scheduled OREGON – A Halloween-themed evening will be Oct. 25 at the Oregon Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8739, 1310 W. Washington St. Lyle Grobe and the Rhythm Ramblers will perform. Admission is $5.

There also will be a costume contest and the start of 50/50 raffle ticket sales.

The tickets are $5 or $10 for three.

During the event, which will be from 7 to 10 p.m., both sponsors and cooking teams can sign up for the May 2 What’s Cookin’ event to be at Barnacopia in Polo.

Proceeds will be used for

CLINTON, Iowa – The Rock River Valley Illinois Education Association’s next meeting will be at 11 a.m. Oct. 23 at Rastrelli’s, 238 Main Ave. Lunch will be self-pay from the menu. After the business meeting, the group will tour the Sawmill Museum at 2231 Grant St. Admission is $5.

All retired or active education employees and their spouses or guests can attend. Reservations are due by Thursday; contact nancy.habben@ ieanea.org, 800-7639756 or 815-626-3884.

LOOKOUT

AFTER SUNSET

Deep purple and red make the Aug. 16 summer sky a work of art, just west of Veterans Memorial Bridge (Peoria Avenue) in Dixon. Photo submitted by Lorraine Dyba-Militano of Dixon.

A heron stands like a sentry along the Rock River, across from Dixon High School. Photo submitted

by Ann Stover of Dixon.

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BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENTS Teyo Luis DeJesus

2014, at KSB Hospital in Dixon.

Henry Michael Meusel weighed 9 pounds, 4 ounces at birth and was 20 inches in length.

Maternal grandparents are Jane Spohn and John Spohn, both of Franklin Grove.

Paternal grandparents are Yolane Meusel and George Meusel, both of Amboy.

Maternal great-grandmother is Tabatha Nix of Waterman.

Maternal great-greatgrandmother is Naomi Sharp of Waterman.

Andrea DeJesus of Rock Falls and Melcon DeJesus Jr. of Kewanee are the parents of a son born at 3:54 p.m. Sept.

26, 2014, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

Teyo Luis DeJesus weighed 6 pounds, 2 ounces at birth and was 20 inches in length.

He is welcomed by Makiya D. Dowsé, 2.

Maternal grandparents are Jamie Dowsé and Michael Morgan, both of Rock Falls.

Paternal grandparents are Melcon and Susan Olivia Mae DeJesus of Ashton.

Grobe Maternal great-grandmother is Lonia DeSanto Sara and Nathan Grobe of Florida. of Ashton are the parents of a daughter born at 5:04 p.m. Sept. 26, 2014, at KSB Finton Silas Hospital in Dixon.

Taylor Olivia Mae Grobe Tracie and Ted Taylor weighed 6 pounds, 7 of Dixon are the par- ounces at birth and was ents of a son born at 4:13 19.5 inches in length. p.m. Sept. 29, 2014, at Maternal grandparents CGH Medical Center in are George and Lori KerSterling. sten of Dixon.

F i n t o n S i l a s T a y l o r Paternal grandparents weighed 5 pounds, 13 are Kari and Ernest Grobe ounces at birth and was Jr. of Dixon.

18.5 inches in length.

Maternal great-grandHe is welcomed by mother is Barbara Haub Gianna Verive, 11, and of Amboy.

Deaglán Taylor, 5.

Paternal great-grandparMaternal grandparents ents are Fred Drew and are Jo Schiro of Dixon Peggy Grobe of Dixon. and Roger and Angie Schiro of Elgin.

Jack Andrew Paternal grandmother McBride is Cathy Taylor of Dixon.

Paternal great-grand- Nora and Pat McBride parents are Lois and of Channahon are the William Appleman of parents of a son born at 1:24 p.m. Aug. 19, 2014, Dixon. in Naperville.

Jack Andrew McBride Henry Michael weighed 8 pounds, 5 Meusel ounces at birth and was Jessica and Michael 20 inches in length.

Meusel of Amboy are the Maternal grandparparents of a son born ents are Mark and Nancy at 8:01 p.m. Sept. 29, Finnicum and Joseph

McGrath, all of Dixon.

Paternal grandparents are Jerry McBride and Kathi and Dennis Milby, all of Dixon.

Maternal great-grandmother is Ruth Chamberlain of Dixon.

Haven Irma Fleming

wood, all of Franklin Harriet Anderson of Sun City, Arizona.

Grove.

Paternal great-grandparents are Howard and Tynlee Daniela Sandra Cherry of ColoTarbill ny, Oklahoma, and Vicki Hudsbeth of SpringKatarina and Adam town, Texas.

Tarbill of Mary Esther, Florida, are the parents of a daughter born Leah Jane at 11:43 p.m. Sept. 18, Krell 2014, at Eglin Air Force Mary and Kevin Krell of Base in Florida.

Dixon are the parents of Tynlee Daniela Tarbill a daughter born at 9:27 weighed 7 pounds, 6 a.m. Sept. 23, 2014, at ounces at birth and was KSB Hospital in Dixon.

20 inches in length.

Leah Jane K r e l l She is welcomed by weighed 8 pounds at Kayden Tarbill, 1. birth and was 20.5 inchMaternal grandparents es in length. are Marcelo and Brenda M a t e r n a l g r a n d p a r - Palmer of Sterling. ents are Janell Hughes Paternal grandparents of Rock Falls and the late are Randy Covell and Terry Hughes.

Cindy Williams, both Paternal grandparents of Rock Falls, and John are Janell and Rich Bus- Tarbill of Sterling. cemi of La Grange Park.

Tess and Chris Fleming of Dixon are the parents of a daughter born at 8:36 a.m. Sept. 26, 2014, at KSB Hospital in Dixon.

Haven Irma Fleming weighed 9 pounds, 8 ounces at birth and was 19 inches in length.

She is welcomed by Daxton Fleming, 6, Knox Fleming, 4, and Marlo Fleming, 2.

Maternal grandparents are Jane and Terry Garland of Amboy.

Paternal grandparents Jaden Michael are Glenda Fleming of Matejka Franklin Grove and the Angela and Scott Matelate Stephen Fleming.

Maternal great-grand- jka II of Rock Falls are mother is Avis Garland the parents of a son born at 9:26 a.m. Sept. 30, of Shabbona.

2014, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

Riley Wade Lynn Jaden Michael MateRandi and Chip Lynn of jka weighed 8 pounds, 9 Franklin Grove are the ounces at birth and was parents of a son born 22 inches in length. at 8:47 p.m. Sept. 26, He is welcomed by 2014, at KSB Hospital in Cameron Portner, 10, Dixon. and Ryly-Dee Matejka, R i l e y W a d e L y n n 5. weighed 6 pounds, 12 Maternal grandfather ounces at birth and was is Michael Ackland of 19 inches in length.

Rock Falls.

Maternal grandparents Paternal grandparents are Vonnie Gittleson and are Scott Matejka of Randy Gittleson, both of Rockford and Kimberly Franklin Grove.

Matejka of Layton, Utah.

Paternal grandparents Maternal great-grandare DeeDee Lynn of parents are Will and Azle, Texas, and Robert Sandy Ackland of Rock Lynn of Boyd, Texas.

Falls.

Maternal great-grand- Paternal great-grandparents are Vernon and parents are Andy AnderNancy Gittleson and s o n o f S u m m e r v i l l e , Gary and Rose Green- S o u t h C a r o l i n a , a n d

SUPPORT GROUPS, CLUBS, AND SERVICES Today American Red Cross blood drive, 8 a.m.-noon, Polo Community High School, 100 S. Union Ave. Appointments: 800733-2767.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 9 a.m., closed, Big Book, United Methodist Church, 201 E. Chicago Ave., Davis Junction.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 9 a.m., open, women’s; noon, open; 6 p.m., open, 90-92 S. Hennepin Ave., Dixon.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 9 a.m., open, tradition; 12:30 p.m., closed; 7 p.m., closed (5), Bazaar Americana, 609 W. Third St., Sterling.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 9:30 a.m., former St. Anne Grade School, 32 N. Jones Ave., Amboy, 815-857-2315.

Parkinson’s Support Group, 10 a.m., Board Room, Mercy South Medical Center, 638 S. Bluff Blvd., Clinton, Iowa, 563243-5585.

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.

Sauk Computer User Group, noon-4 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling.

Reality Check Narcotics Anonymous, noon, 6 p.m., First Christian Church, 506 Fifth Ave., Rock Falls, 779-245-8214.

Downstairs, west door.

Sauk Valley Alcoholics Anonymous Group, noon, open, Old School; 8 p.m., open, fun night, bring a friend, back door, 1503 First Ave., Rock Falls.

Mercy Nursing Services free blood pressure clinic, 1-2:30 p.m., Save-A-Lot, 928 First Ave., Rock Falls.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., open, First Presbyterian Church, 1100 Calvin Road, Rochelle.

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, Horizon View Farm barn, 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, 6 p.m., closed, Church of St.

Anne, 401 N. Cherry St., Morrison.

Reality Check Narcotics Anonymous, 6 p.m., First Christian Church, 506 Fifth Ave., Rock Falls, 779-245-8214.

Downstairs, west door.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, clearance required, BAAbble on for Life Prison Group, 815-973-6150.

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, 7:30 p.m., closed, 304 Seventh Ave. W., Lyndon.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., closed (4), Mount Morris Senior Center, 9 E. Front St. Monday Columbus Day Holiday – call ahead to verify meeting.

Women, infants and children clinic; and family planning services, all by appointment only, Lee County Health Department, 309 S. Galena Ave., Suite 100, Dixon, 815-284-3371.

Abuse Changing team, 815625-0338.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 a.m., open, Methodist church, 402 First Ave., Forreston.

American Red Cross blood drive, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Student Government Office, Sauk Valley Community College, 173 state Route 2, Dixon. Appointments: 800-733-2767.

Veterans Affairs representative, 9 a.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, 815732-3252.

American Red Cross blood drive, 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Prophetstown-Lyndon-Tampico Community Unit School District 3 office, 79 Grove St., Prophetstown. Appointments: 800-7332767.

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, closed (1), St. Paul Lutheran Church, 114 S. Fifth St., Oregon.

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, closed, step; 6 p.m., open, 90-92 S. Hennepin Ave., Dixon.

Dixon Rotary Club, noon, lower level, St. Luke Episcopal Church, 221 W. Third St., Dixon.

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, closed, Big Book; 6 p.m., closed, Spanish; 7 p.m., open, Bazaar Americana, 609 W. Third St., Sterling.

Reality Check Narcotics Anonymous, noon, 6 p.m., First Christian Church, 506 Fifth Ave., Rock Falls, 779-245-8214.

Downstairs, west door.

Sauk Valley Alcoholics Anonymous Group, noon, open, Sunshine meeting, back door, 1503 First Ave., Rock Falls.

Crochet-Knitting Club, 12:30 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling.

Senior Information Services, 1-3:30 p.m., Carroll County

Family Health Center, 1120 Healthcare Drive, Mount Carroll, 800-541-5479.

Mercy Nursing free blood pressure clinic, 2:30-3:30 p.m., 15 E. 23rd St., No. 1, Sterling.

Mercy Nursing free blood pressure clinic, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Parkway Apartments, 710 W. LeFevre Road, Sterling.

TOPS, 4 p.m. weigh-in, 4:30 p.m. meeting; 5:30 p.m. 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.

Mercy Nursing free blood pressure clinic, 4:30-5:30 p.m., Arrowwood, 430 Martin Road, Rock Falls.

TOPS, 5 p.m. weigh-in, 5:30 p.m. meeting, Polo Church of the Brethren, 401 S. Congress Ave., Polo, 815-946-3638.

Celebrate Recovery, 6-8 p.m., 201 W. Market St., Morrison, 815-590-8929.

Celebrate Recovery, Christcentered Recovery Group, 6-8 p.m., Revive Community Church, 8 E. Front St., Mount Morris, 815-994-0428.

Rock Falls Rotary, 6 p.m., Beelendorf’s, 200 W. 10th St., Rock Falls.

Rock Falls Optimist Club, 6:30 p.m., Candlelight Inn, 2200 First Ave., Rock Falls.

Rock Falls Boy Scout Troop 306, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Harvest Time Bible Church fellowship hall, 1802 Dixon Ave., Rock Falls.

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5418, 7 p.m., 217 First Ave., Rock Falls, 815-626-3513.

Mount Carroll Monday Night Al-Anon-Alateen, 7 p.m., Church of God, 816 Clay St., Mount Carroll.

Petunia City Quilters, 7 p.m., Loveland Community House, 513 W. Second St., Dixon, 815626-6627.

Survivors of Suicide Support Group, 7-9 p.m., Second Reformed Church, 703 14th Ave., Fulton, 815-589-3425.

Tampico Lions Club, 7 p.m., Good Times, 106 N. Main St., Tampico, 815-438-2789.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, step study, New Hope Fellowship Church, 113 state Route 64, Kings.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, 808 Freeport Road, Sterling.

Samuel H. Davis Masonic Lodge 96, 7:30 p.m., 105 W. Lincoln St., Mount Morris, 815734-4085.

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.

Emma Jean Ackert Devon Gugerty and Matt Ackert of Dixon are the parents of a daughter born at 2:37 p.m.

Sept. 19, 2014, at KSB Hospital in Dixon.

Emma Jean Ackert weighed 5 pounds, 13 ounces at birth and was 20 inches in length.

She is welcomed by Addyson, 7, and Taylor, 6.

are Ray and Lisa Vos of Chadwick.

Maternal great-grandmother is Ruth Aaron of Zion.

Paternal great-grandparents are Charles and Lois Vos of Sterling and Larry and Jan Otis of Erie.

Kaylee Marie Hollowell Alisha and Bradley Hollowell of Sterling are the parents of a daughter born at 4:56 p.m. Oct. 3, 2014, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

Kaylee Marie Hollowell weighed 7 pounds, 4 ounces at birth and was 20 inches in length.

Maternal grandparents are Shelly Snow and Gary Snow, both of Rock Falls.

Paternal grandparents are Kalah Hollowell of Lakeland, Florida, and Jim Hollowell of Fort Myers, Florida.

Maternal great-grandparents are Kay and Bill Abner of Rock Falls and Sylvia Snow of Sterling.

Paternal great-grandparents are Jan and Bill Wadelton of Rock Falls and Phyllis and Holly Hollowell of Sarasota, Florida.

Information sought

Miranda James Vos Brenda and Jason Vos of Milledgeville are the parents of a daughter born at 3:14 p.m. Oct. 2, 2014, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

Miranda James Vos weighed 9 pounds, 3 ounces at birth and was 22 inches in length.

Maternal grandparents are Donna Faulkner of Milledgeville and the late James Faulkner.

Paternal grandparents

The birth announcements for Mason Douglas Shoemaker and Avery Marie Strader cannot be printed without additional information. The editorial department has been unable to reach the submitters.

If those who submitted them could call 800-7984085, ext. 5501, it would be appreciated.

THANK GOODNESS

White Oaks Center thanks its supporters MARY SCUFFHAM Morrison

White Oaks Therapeutic Equestrian Center would like to thank all who visited our booth at the Whiteside County Fair and supported our TV fundraiser. The 50-inch TV was donated by More Insurance Co. in Morrison, and we want to thank Keith Fredericks for his generosity.

We have had a very successful year, having added 10 new participants and some new volunteers.

Buffalo Wild Wings in Sterling will donate 10 percent of its nonalcoholic sales on Wednesdays in October to WHOA. To participate, like the Morrison Chamber of Commerce Facebook Page, print or take a picture of the coupon, and present it at the restaurant.

On behalf of the board of directors, thank you

for your continued support.

Note to readers: Mary Scuffham is vice president of the WHOA board of directors.

Morrison race sets a record; thanks for help MICK WELDING Morrison

The Harvest Hammer has become a rewarding community project for the Morrison Rotary Club, and we are proud to promote fitness and a healthy lifestyle. The success of this event would not be possible without the unselfish community cooperation that is alive and well in Morrison.

We thank the participants and their supporting spectators. Without athletes willing to work toward achieving a new personal record on race day, there would not be a Harvest Hammer. We are grateful to the neighbors who endured the intrusion of a record number

of 643 runners and bikers on race day.

We thank local businesses that helped advertise the event. We are grateful to Community State Bank for assisting with the registration process, and Morrison High School for the use of its property.

Special thanks to Don Beswick, race day announcer; Sterling-Rock Falls Amateur Radio Society, which provides radio communications; Cottonwood 4-H Club for the water stop; local law enforcement for traffic control; the Lions Club; Morrison High School Key Club; Morrison Institute of Technology students;, Mount Carroll Rotarians; Morrison Rotarians and spouses; Morrison teachers; and community volunteers.

Finally, we thank the generous sponsors who provided the financial support necessary.

Note to readers: Mick Welding is the publicity chairman for the Morrison Rotary Club.

GOOD NEIGHBOR DONATION

The Whiteside County Chapter of Thrivent Financial recently donated $1,021, including matching dollars from Thrivent’s Care Abounds in Communities Program, to Good Neighbor Emergency Center, based at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Sterling. At the presentations were Harold Dale with Good Neighbor and Diane Cavosie, financial director with Thrivent’s Whiteside chapter.

Photo submitted by Dale.

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Middle child’s cries for help go unheeded Dear Abby: I’m a teenage girl who is frustrated with my family. I am the middle child, and it seems like my parents prefer my brother and sister over me. I constantly am in trouble for things they have done, and my parents are aware that they did.

When I try to express my feelings, nobody will listen.

Several times I almost have committed suicide or run away. I am lost and I don’t know what to do. Please help me.

– Nowhere in Indiana Dear Nowhere: When a person cries out in pain and feels she (or he) isn’t heard, it can be doubly painful. But suicide or

dearABBY Abigail Van Buren’s (Jeanne Phillips) column appears during the week through Universal Press Syndicate.

running away is not the answer. What you need to do is explain to an adult – an aunt, uncle, school counselor or close family friend – how you are feeling, so that person can intercede on your behalf with your parents, who may not realize what

they’re doing and the effect it’s having on you.

Dear Abby: How long is too long to wait when it comes to hearing the highly anticipated phrase, “I love you”? My boyfriend and I have been dating for 8 months. We have been through a lot together during this time, and his actions suggest that he loves me. When I finally asked him why he hasn’t said it to me, he said, “Why haven’t YOU said it?” “I want it to happen naturally,” and, “Just be patient with me.”

We get along amazingly well. We have a wonderful time every time we see each other (which is almost

every day), and he has told me he can see a future with me. Am I wrong for thinking I deserve to hear the “L” word at this point, or am I rushing things? I don’t understand why he is so reluctant to say it, and his reluctance makes me think maybe he just doesn’t love me.

– Still Waiting in New Jersey Dear Still Waiting: Not all men are comfortable expressing their emotions verbally. Actions speak louder than words. Many men have told women they “love” them, only to have their behavior prove otherwise.

That your boyfriend has

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Dear Which Side: Hugging anyone you don’t know well is a mistake because some people have an aversion to intimate contact with strangers.

That said, I don’t think it matters a lot which side you “go for” – although I have heard some people bear to the left because that way Dear Abby: When I their hearts are closer approach someone to hug, together. is there a correct side to go Personally, I tend to for? Does a relative or friend feint to the left because have a bearing on your I’m left-handed – but choice, or does it matter that’s just me. if it’s a man or woman or how well you know them?

Contact Dear Abby at Is the left side as good as DearAbby.com or P.O. the right side?

Box 69440, Los Angeles, – Which Side? in Ohio CA 90069. given you three different answers to your question indicates to me that you may have been pushing him to say it. I would caution you against that because it could push him away. Hearing the words “I love you” isn’t something a person “deserves.” It’s important that the words be genuine.

CHRISTIAN WOMEN’S CLUB

Film calls out to the downtrodden One of the Christmas traditions in our lifetime is the annual TV presentation of the movie “It’s a Wonderful Life” by the filmmaker, Frank Capra.

In his autobiography, “The Name Above the Title,” Capra said of this film: “A film to tell the weary, the disheartened, and the disillusioned; the wino, the junkie, the prostitute; those behind prison walls and those behind iron curtains, that no man is a failure …

“A film that said to the downtrodden, the pushed-around, the pauper, Heads up, fella. No man is poor who has one friend. Three friends and

thomasDZIELAK Monsignor Thomas Dzielak is the pastor of St. Andrew Catholic Church in Rock Falls.

you’re filthy rich.’”

I think Mr. Capra gives us, in these words, the reason why Christians insist that “Jesus is the reason for the season.”

Christians have different opinions about many things in the Gospel story,

but all agree that Jesus is presented as one who has a special compassion for the afflicted and the needy.

It’s why Jesus is respected and often revered by members of non-Christian faiths, as well as by people who do not associate themselves with any organized faith.

It cannot be denied that, historically, our modern world and culture have been shaped profoundly by the influence of Jesus and the Christian movement, which grew out of his followers.

Many institutions at the core of our lives – hospitals, hotels, universities –

have their roots in the history of Christianity. The values cited by the founders of our nation are those which came from a European civilization, which grew out of Christianity and its Jewish roots.

To proclaim that “Jesus is the reason for the season” is simply to recognize that paying tribute to the birth of Jesus is to keep alive the hope that all human life is recognized to be of great value – or to put it as Frank Capra did in his autobiography: “I wanted to shout, ‘You are the salt of the earth.

And ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ is my memorial to you!’”

Relief quilts shipping expenses.

For more information, call the church at 815445-2073.

370 Wiley Ave. Meals will be available from 4 to 7 p.m.

Carry-outs can be picked up at the Flagg Street entrance.

Tickets are $10 for drive-thru, carry-out, and adult dine-in meals; $5 for children 5 to 10; and free for those 4 and younger. For more information, call the church at 815-627-8501.

CHURCH BRIEFS Community concert practices to start

Craft items, a bake sale, church-made noodles, and quilted items will be availMOUNT MORRIS – Area able.

There also will be a drawsingers are welcome to take part in the 10th annual ing for a handmade quilt, a Christmas wall hanging, Community Christmas and a fall wreath.

Cantata, program.

Raffle tickets are $1 each Practices start at 7 p.m. or $5 for six. For more Oct. 21 at the church.

Remaining practices will be information, call 815-225from 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays. 7410.

The cantata will be at 3 p.m. Dec. 7 at Trinity Evan- Boutique, raffle, gelical Lutheran Church, at annual dinner 308 E. Brayton Road.

More than 50 singers took MANLIUS – The Trinity part last year.

Women’s Group annual Donations will be accept- steak supper will be Oct. ed at the concert to help 18 at Trinity Evangelical support Loaves and Fishes Lutheran Church, 202 S. Food Pantry in Mount Mor- Fourth St. ris and Lifeline in Oregon.

The doors open at 4 Trinity, Mount Morris p.m., Ticket sales will Church of the Brethren, start at 4:15, with serving and Disciples United Meth- from 4:30 to 7, or until odist Church will sponsor the food is gone. Tickets the cantata. are $8 for adults and $4 For more information, call for children younger than Nelson or Joanne Miller at 10.

779-545-0052.

There will be a gifts and goodies boutique with Crafts, coffee hour baked goods and craft items. Church youth will in Milledgeville provide wrapping paper, cards, and decorations.

MILLEDGEVILLE – A The church’s Lutheran bazaar will be Oct. 18 at World Relief Quilters will Trinity Lutheran Church, have a quilt and wall 717 Stover Ave. Coffee hour will be from raffle. The drawing will be after the meal. Tick9 to 10:30 a.m., and ets are $1 each or $5 for lunch from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The $7 menu six. Winners need not be includes barbecue sand- present. Proceeds will be wiches and a salad bar. used for Lutheran World

Piano concert planned in Sterling STERLING – Huntley Brown will perform Sunday at First Baptist Church, 1705 Sixth Ave. Brown, a Jamaica-born piano player who has performed around the world will play at the 10:10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. service.

The public is welcome.

Turkey on menu for Friday event

WALNUT – A bazaar, luncheon, and raffle will Halloween goodies be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the church hall at at Dixon church St. John the Evangelist DIXON – A trunk or treat Church, 204 N. Main St. day will be at 12:30 p.m.

Doors will open at 10 Oct. 26 at St. Paul Luther- a.m. Arts, crafts, and an Church, 421 S. Peoria baked goods will be sold.

Ave. Lunch will be available Treats, Halloween phofrom 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., tographs, and a hot dog Beef, turkey, dressing, lunch will be available. gravy, a salad bar, a roll, For more information, call dessert, and a beverage the church at 815-288will be served.

2757.

The cost is $7 for adults, $3 for children 5 to 12, and free for those Methodists to and younger. have meal, bazaar 4 Raffles will start at 1.

PAW PAW – An all-you- Tickets are $1 each or $5 for six. Winners need can-eat turkey supper not be present. Items with trimmings and a Ladies Society bazaar will include, cash, an airplane be Oct. 18 at Paw Paw ride, quilt, gift sets, craft United Methodist Church, items, and gift baskets.

Rock River Valley Area Christian Women’s Connection committee members are ready for the “Whata My Bid Luncheon” at 11:30 a.m.

Wednesday at Candlelight Inn, 2200 First Ave., Rock Falls. Dot Real (from left) Gini Peterson, and Sharon Callighan display a few items for the 1 p.m. silent auction. Donations should be brought in by 10:30 a.m. Bids will end at noon. Bess Stetler of Goshen, Indiana, special guest, will discuss “Whirlwind Life That Leads to the Conclusion That ‘There’s No Place Like Home.’” The cost is $10. Call Irene at 815-9482107 by 9 p.m. Monday to reserve a spot or to cancel. Photo submitted by Kathleen Williams.

Childhood friends to raise money for Crohn’s research ASHTON – AshtonFranklin Center Student Council’s first Turkey Trot 5K walk, run fundraiser will be Nov. 8 at the school, 611 Western Ave. Allie Cardot and Marissa Asbury, childhood friends, and 2014 graduates of AFC High School, have chosen to help raise awareness and collect donations for the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America.

At the age of 16, Cardot was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis.

Although under control, she still has flare ups.

The proceeds for the day will help fund their first half-marathon Dec. 14 in Dallas.

Registration will be

from noon to 12:45 p.m., with the walk, run at 1.

The path starts and ends at the high school, and will be 3.2 miles through Ashton.

An alternate 1-mile path will be available for those unable to complete the entire distance. No time will be kept.

Family-oriented activities also are planned for the day.

The cost is $15 before Nov. 1 and $20 thereafter. Visit afcschools. revtrack.net to register online.

Entries also can be mailed to Turkey Trot 5K, 611 Western Ave., Ashton IL 61006.

Checks can be made payable to AFC High School.

IN BRIEF New grief support program to start OREGON – Healing Hearts, a bereavement group for the parents, grandparents, and siblings of deceased children, will meet from 5 to 6 p.m.

Sunday at RE/MAX, 606 E. Washington St. Serenity Hospice & Home will sponsor the group.

Subsequent meetings will be from 5 to 6 p.m. the second Sunday of each month. Dana Cox, Cherie Parker, and Joyce Callaway will facilitate the program.

Families with young or adolescent siblings of deceased children are asked to contact Serenity in advance to arrange

age-appropriate activities.

For more information or to contact the hospice, email healinghearts@seren ityhospiceandhome.org or call 815-732-4111.

Fibromyalgia group to meet FREEPORT – The Chronic Pain, Fibromyalgia Support Group will meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Oct. 28 at New Horizons Counseling Center, 34 N. Whistler Ave. For more information, contact Leslie at lrgould2001@yahoo.com or 815-625-0649.

Gift of Caring Project Share starts ROCK FALLS – Girls in Girl Scouts of North-

ern Illinois will sell items until Oct. 24 through the group’s Sweets & Treats Program.

Scouts create their own small businesses, selling gourmet food items and magazine subscriptions.

New this year are photo calendars, books, and personalized cards.

A nut store website also is available with more than 15 items.

The Gift of Caring Project Share also is underway. A $5 donation purchases one nut or candy item for a service member. Four $5 donations purchase one magazine subscription. All candy, nuts, and subscriptions are donated directly to the military. Girls who receive two $5 donations

toward Gift of Caring earn a Share Patch.

Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois serves 16 counties, including Carroll, Lee, Ogle, and Whiteside.

To connect to a local Scout, email orders to info@girlscoutsni.org, or call 800-242-5591, ext.

7250.

cussed, as well as how to maintain quality of life, plans for the future, and legal and financial issues.

Symptoms of early-stage Alzheimer’s also will be reviewed.

The cost is $5 and includes materials. Call the Central Illinois Chapter at 800-272-3900 to register.

Coping with illness Brazilian culture tips topic program highlight of meal DIXON – The Rock River Branch of the Alzheimer’s Association will sponsor “Living with Alzheimer’s for Caregivers” from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Monday and Oct. 20 at the branch office, 93 S. Hennepin Ave. Information on strategies to cope with an Alzheimer’s diagnosis will be dis-

AMBOY – An international luncheon and program featuring Brazil, hosted by the Lee County Homemakers Education Association, will be Oct. 23.

The meal will start at 12:30 p.m. at the Amboy Community Center, 280 W. Wasson Road.

Brazilian food will be

served, followed by a PowerPoint presentation on the country. The cost is $2.

Reservations are required. To sign up, call Tatjana Kazan at 815331-4140 or the University of Illinois Lee County Extension office at 815857-3525.

Cemetery board to have meeting OREGON – The Washington Grove Cemetery Association’s annual meeting will be at 6:30 p.m.

Oct. 20 in the Community Room at First National Bank, 307 Franklin St. The meeting is open to the public.

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Members sought for Ogle County 4-H program The 4-H year has started. Clubs throughout Ogle County are making plans for a year of learning opportunities, community service efforts, and activities.

Clubs meet monthly.

Membership is open to boys and girls, ages 5-18, from both town and country.

Participation is minimally priced and no uniforms are required.

Members enroll in one or more projects from a selection list of more than 175.

They then set goals for themselves, complete activities in their project manuals, create an exhibit

for the fair, and complete records documenting their work.

During the year they also help their club meet its goals and participate in county-level activities of their choosing.

State, national, and international events also are an option.

Currently, there are 16 community-based clubs in Ogle County.

Ogle County 4-H clubs and meeting times are: Forreston Friskies 4-H Club, 6:30 p.m. Nov. 3 at the Forreston Township Building, downtown; call Vickie Smith at 815-9382711.

Summerhill Huskies 4-H Club, 7 p.m. Monday at Adeline Park in Forreston; call Kim Daws at 815-2385171.

Grand Detour Greens 4-H Club, 9 a.m. today at Grand Detour Town Hall, 8110 Main St.; call Debbie Lowry 815-652-4543.

Leaf River Busy Beavers 4-H Club, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Bertolet Building, 103 W. Second St.; call Melinda Charbonneau, 815-247-9110.

Leaf River Soaring Eagles 4-H Club, River Valley Complex, 605 Main St.; call Bambi Dillavou at 815529-2674.

Mighty Clovers 4-H

Club, Monroe Center Community Church, 102 West St., call Debbie Sweeney, 815-494-6511.

Circle M 4-H Club, 7 p.m. Nov. 5 at Mount Morris Church of the Brethren, 409 W. Brayton Road, call Angela Reigle, 815-9940128 or Deb Daleiden, 847239-2330.

Blackhawk Crossings 4-H Club in Oregon, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 27 at the leader’s home. Call Lisa Hinrichs at 815-298-8009 for directions. Cloverbuds, ages 5-7

by Sept. 1 will meet at 6.

Pine Creek Valley 4-H Club. 6:45 p.m. Oct. 20 at St. Mark Lutheran Church, 201 N. Division Ave., Polo,

call Tanya Bushman, 815973-2748.

Polo Pioneers 4-H Club, 2 p.m. Nov. 2 at Polo Church of the Brethren, 401 S. Congress Ave., call Lisa Fike, 815-275-5188.

Hub Hickory Nuts 4-H Club, 6:45 p.m., Oct. 20 in Hicks Hall at Rochelle Methodist Church, 709 Fourth Ave., Rochelle; call Bonnie Keys, 815-5621969.

Ogle County Clovers, Rochelle United Methodist Church, call Jeannette Mingus at 815-501-8186.

Ogle Jolly 4-H Club, 7 p.m. Nov. 10 at Red Brick Church, 207 W. Roosevelt St., Stillman Valley, call

Michele Swanson, 815-5586844. Cloverbuds will meet at 6:30.

Ogle County 4-H Horse Club, Bits ’N Reins 4-H Club, call Tina Vincent at 815-562-9552.

Ogle County 4-H Horse Drill Team, seasonal activities. Practices at Diamond G Ranch & Western Wear, 4564 S. Knoll Road Rochelle, call the Ogle County Extension office at 815-732-2191.

Meeting locations are subject to change. To learn more about area 4-H clubs, go to the national 4-H website, 4-HUSA.org; the Ogle County website, edu/bdo or contact any 4-H leader.

Area farmers prepare students to lead next generation ROCHELLE – Rochelle Community Consolidated School District 231 has received a $10,000 grant from America’s Farmers Grow Rural Education, sponsored by the Monsanto Fund.

The district will use the money to purchase learning modules and lab stations for its Full STEAM Ahead Program in the Rochelle Middle and Elementary schools, including a growing table, fish tank and audio broadcast items.

During the spring, local farmers, Kathleen and Lyle Worthington and Lori Noggle, nominated the district for a chance to apply for the grant.

School administrators then designed a project for the grant application. Once all of the school district applications were submit-

ted, a panel of math and science teachers reviewed each application and selected finalists.

An advisory council, composed of farmer-leaders with an interest in agriculture and education, then selected the winning grant applications from a pool of finalists.

The money was received Sept. 26 during an allschool pep rally.

Many of the 16 nominating farmers, school representatives, and Kevin Sanderson, Monsanto representative, attended.

Grow Rural Education encourages farmers to nominate a local public school district, which can then compete for a grant of up to $25,000.

Since 2011, the program has invested more than $7 million to support math

America’s Farmers Grow Rural Education recently donated $10,000 to Rochelle Community Consolidated School District 231 through the Monsanto Foundation. Kathleen and Lyle Worthington (from left), nominating farmers; Victor Worthington, project coordinator and technology lab teacher; Todd Prusator, school administrator, Kevin Sanderson, Monsanto representative; and Lori Noggle, nominating farmer, attend a Sept. 26 all-school pep rally. Photo submitted by Emily Herford. and science education in rural school districts across the country. It is part of the America’s Farmers initia-

tive, which partners with farmers to support education, service organizations and youth in rural Amer-

ica. Go to GrowRuralEdu cation.com to see the full list of winners for this year.

A sister program, America’s

Farmers Grow Communities is accepting applications. Go to GrowCom munities.com to enroll.

Classrooms reap information about conservation and agriculture SAVANNA – The Carroll County Second Grade Conservation and Ag Day was Sept. 18.

Students from West Carroll schools in Savanna and Eastland schools in Lanark attended the activities at YMCA Camp Merrill Benson in Mount Carroll.

Coordinators of the event were the Carroll County Soil and Water Conservation District and the Ag in the Classroom Program.

About 110 students participated in 20-minute presentations on a variety

of topics including watersheds and pollution, groundwater, birds, fish, wildlife, corn, soybeans, pigs, dairy and beef cattle, and soil.

Students discovered food came from soil, tasted homemade ice cream, learned where meat originates; and viewed products made of corn and soybeans, many types of fish, turtles, and a freshwater sponge.

They also learned how to identify the different species of birds throughout the state, wildlife tracks, and how heavy

rain causes erosion.

Presenters were Arlene Bickelhaupt, Catherine Byers, Mike Foutch, John Lundquist, Kathy Novotny, Susan O’Connor, Rick O’Neil, Pam Steinhaus, and Chris Urish.

Camp Benson teachers also helped with the program.

For more information about the Carroll County Soil and Water Conservation District contact Lori Rice at 815-244-8732.

To learn more about Ag in the Classroom, contact Melinda Charbonneau at 815-732-2191.

About 110 students participated in the Sept. 18 Conservation and Ag Day at YMCA Camp Merrill Benson in Mount Carroll. Brady Cravatta, a student in second grade at West Carroll Primary School in Savanna, enjoys the homemade ice cream the students made as part of the day.

Photo submitted by Melinda Charbonneau

Teen leadership conference planned DEKALB – The University of Illinois Extension will have a Lead, Inspire, Value and Explore It Up Leadership Conference Nov. 7 and 8 at Northern Illinois University, 300 Normal Road.

LIVE, for teens, and planned by teens, is open to all youth 13 to 18. Registration will be from 5:30 to 6:30

p.m. at the Holmes Student Center.

There will be a “Walk In My Shoes” simulation, which raises awareness of how things change when getting older, followed by playing pool, bowling, and pizza at the Husky Den. The group will spend the night at the student center.

The conference also will include a trip to the DeKalb County Farm Bureau Building, and several breakout sessions with various activities. The keynote speaker will be Holly Spangler. The group also will pack food for local food pantries through Illini Fighting Hunger.

The cost is $95 and

includes meals, overnight accommodations, transportation, T-shirt, and all activities.

Financial assistance is available. Go to edu/bdo to register by Oct. 22.

Contact Johnna Jennings, extension educator, at jbjennin@illinois.edu for more information.

Lee County 4-H Club holiday gift workshop from 9 a.m. to noon Nov. 15.

Registration begins at OREGON – A Be Smart 8:30 a.m. at the Lee CounAbout Your Heart: Control ty Extension office, 280 W. the ABC’s of Diabetes Wasson Road. class will be offered from Instruction will be given 6 to 7 p.m. Nov. 3 at the Fall fun at Lee on how to make lattice Ogle County Extension County fairgrounds necklaces, treats in a jar, office, 421 W. Pines Road. pampered gifts, and clay The program will be preAMBOY – The 4-H Fedsented by Marilyn Csernus, eration will have a Fall Fest pot snowmen.

Those 5 to 7 will make registered dietitian, extenOct. 25. snow globes and ornasion nutrition and wellness The festivities will be from ments. educator.

5 to 7 p.m. at the Lee The cost is $10 each. Go “Having diabetes means County 4-H Fairgrounds, to edu/clw or call 815-857there is a greater chance 1196 Franklin Road.

3525 to register. of having a stroke or heart The public is welcome.

For more information on attack. People with diaHot dogs, drinks, snacks, University of Illinois Extenbetes can lower their risk a penny carnival, games, sion 4-H Youth Developof having diabetes-related and a pumpkin hunt will be ment programs, or call heart problems by managprovided. There also will be the Lee County Extension ing the ABC’s of Diabetes,” a costume contest. office at 815-857-3525.

Csernus said.

Most activities will be “A is for the AIC test or indoors. average blood glucose Horse rides to level over the past 3 Craft course to be benefit member months; B is for blood pressure; C is for cholesFULTON – The Fulton offered in Amboy terol; S is for Stop SmokSaddle Club will have a AMBOY – Youth, 8 to 18, “Ride for the Cure” public ing.” are welcome to attend a trail ride at the Hidden ValThe cost is $5. For more

ley Farm, Vegter Ride, on Rick Road.

Rides will be at 2 p.m.

Oct. 18, with a potluck dinner that night. Chili and hot dogs will be provided by the club. Those attending are asked to bring a dish to pass, drink, and their own table service.

Rides will be at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Oct. 19. The club will provide chili, soup, hot dogs, chips, water, and hot chocolate at lunch.

T-shirts will be sold, and donations will be accepted.

The ride is on behalf of member, Bart Jepson, who has been diagnosed with cancer. He has helped cut trails for this ride for many years.

To get to the farm from Morrison, go west on U.S. Route 30 about 6.5 miles to Millard Road, travel about 1 mile, then left on Rick Road. Watch for signs. For more information, call Susie Patten, at 815-772-7593.

NATIONAL SCHOLAR

IN BRIEF Health workshop planned in Oregon

information visit University of Illinois Extension website at web.extension.illinois. edu/bdo or call the Ogle County Extension office at 815-732-2191.

The winners of the 2015 National Merit Scholarship Program have been announced. Monica Smith, a student at West Carroll High School in Savanna, has been named a Commended Student. A Letter of Commendation from the school and National Merit Scholarship Corp,, which conducts the program, was presented by Dave Baisden, school counselor. Photo submitted by Baisden.

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NAVIGATION

Northrop faked tests of GPS systems, suit claims

No harm in paying extra CONTINUED FROM C1

If it’s me, I’m going to clean the place and fix it up. I’ve done hundreds, if not thousands, of these kinds of deals, and I can’t stand to try to sell something that’s dumpy, grungy and out of shape.

– Dave

Pace yourself. You can get what you want if you don’t let others sidetrack you. Maintain your focus and live in the moment. You will gain the success and recognition you deserve if you concentrate on achieving your goals instead of helping others to get ahead.

New store is ‘kid-friendly’

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Put an end to bad habits. Your body will thank you if you give up smoking or make fewer poor eating choices. Replace negative with positive and win.

An employee of defense giant Northrop Grumman Inc. claims in a lawsuit that the company’s workers repeatedly took risky shortcuts and faked tests of navigational systems made for use in military fighter jets, drones and submarines.

Todd Donaldson, a longtime Northrop employee, says in his suit that the company sold the GPS systems to the Pentagon without performing a key test to ensure that they properly communicated with satellites.

Without that test, he said, there was “a grave danger of erroneous navigation, leading to crashes and weapons failing to hit their targets.”

Northrop declined to comment. “As a matter of policy, we do not comment on cases or issues

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They had hoped to expand the feed business, Vickie said, and decided to add some kind of country store.

“We didn’t want to sit here with just feed,” Amy added.

For a long time, Vicki, Amy, and a friend had scoured sales for rustic pieces and had amassed a good-sized collection.

“We just love old things.

We love the memories the old things hold. We’re the Vintage Chicks,” Vicki said with a laugh.

The spaces inside the store are filled with artfully arranged rustic items and decorator pieces.

The relics range from children’s toys to Grandma’s kitchen tools to items once used on the farm. Salvaged architectural pieces, shutters, and barn boards are also part of the inventory.

Amy’s hand-painted animal signs and other hand-made craft items also are for sale.

Vicki pointed out that, with six grandchildren of their own, they have made sure the store is “kid-friendly.”

NOTEBOOK

Computer repair shop moves STERLING – Now that Liberty Computer Repair has moved to a bigger and better location, Will Studer’s business gets many more visitors.

“Our amount of walkins have quadrupled,” said Studer, the owner of the technology consulting, repair and implementation specialist business.

The business was originally housed at 408 E. Third St. But 6 weeks ago, Studer opened his new location, 325 First Ave., at the corner of First and West Fourth avenues.

“We have added at least 100 customers,” said Studer, 31. “This location is easily triple the size, we are at a busy corner, and we have a much better location.”

Studer said the shop was hard to notice at its old location.

“People would drive by the shop, but no one would see us,” he said.

“There were apartments above us and we didn’t

Dear Dave, If you have a mortgage that will be paid off in the next 2 or 3 years,

ment, either. But you don’t know exactly what will happen over the next several years of your life or the life of your investments.

You might think you know. You might even have a plan. But the truth is, even the best plans don’t always work out the way we want.

And if that happens, it sure would be neat to own your home outright.

– Dave * Follow Dave on Twitter (@DaveRamsey) or visit daveramsey.com.

Astrograph

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Be ready to make a move. Once you have all the details ironed out, you can make an informed decision that will have positive repercussions on your future.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Don’t give in to selfdoubt. If you are decisive, you will be able to make worthwhile gains. If

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you mull over the pros and cons too long, an opportunity will pass you by.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20Feb. 19) -- Spark your imagination with playful encounters. Children are the masters of creativity and spontaneity, and you can learn a lot just by watching them. Romance should end your day.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Tread carefully when it comes to domestic concerns. Avoid angry confrontations, and give any matter that arises time to settle down before trying to find a solution.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Your charm and quick wit will help you captivate someone who can grant you favors and help you achieve your goals. Listen to meaningful advice about future trends.

TAURUS (April 20May 20) -- Today, you should be especially cautious when operating machinery or equipment. Contracts, legal matters and agreements should be gone over with a fine-toothed comb. You will miss pertinent information if you skim over important documents.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Listen and learn. Keep your emotions in check and stay away from debates or discussions with unpredictable or angry people. You will get further ahead keeping your opinions to yourself.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Stand up for what you believe in. If someone is being manipulative or threatening, it is up to you to make a move. Defend your rights and the people you care about.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Join an organization that shares your ideals. Your leadership ability and willingness to cooperate with others will lead to new, interesting alliances and opportunities to advance.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept.

22) -- Don’t be hesitant to ask for assistance. The people who believe in you and your ideas will help you reach your goals successfully. Share your rewards, and you’ll gain respect and future assistance.

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You can find Vintage Chicks & Feed, 700 E. state Route 72, about 3 miles west of Byron.

“We just want it to be a comfortable place to come and get feed and find some other interesting things, too,” she said.

Given the season, the store also will sell cornstalks and pumpkins.

For more information, search for Vintage Chicks & Feed on Facebook.

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Dear Walt, I would pay extra on the house. You know, a magical thing happens when you pay down a house and sell it somewhere down the road.

The money comes back. You didn’t lose it.

Honestly, you’re not doing a bad thing by putting it into retire-

Where should the money go?

SCORPIO (Oct. 24Nov. 22) -- Your self-confident persona will attract attention. Someone you haven’t seen for a long time is thinking of you. Reconnect and discover forgotten opportunities. It’s never too late to begin again.

VINTAGE

should you pay extra toward the house, or invest that money over and above the 15 percent you recommend putting toward retirement?

– Walt

RAMSEY

those who expose government fraud to keep part of any resulting financial settlement.

Donaldson filed the lawsuit 2 years ago but it was sealed from view of the company and the public until last week.

On Oct. 3, Judge David Nuffer of U.S. District Court in Utah ordered the complaint unsealed after the federal government declined to join the case. He said the government can still decide to intervene.

The lawsuit was first reported by the Salt Lake City Tribune. Neither Donaldson nor his lawyer could be reached for comment.

Northrop’s division in Woodland Hills, California, has sold thousands of the LN-100 navigational systems to the Pentagon and foreign customers.

BY MELODY PETERSEN MCT News Service

in litigation,” said Randy Belote, the company’s vice president of strategic communications.

Donaldson did not name any accidents that occurred because of malfunctions of Northrop’s navigational device, known as the LN-100.

But in May 2011, Air Force investigators blamed the LN-100 for a crash of a Predator drone carrying a Hellfire missile in the north African Republic of Djibouti.

The investigators said the device recorded the drone’s altitude to be 400 feet higher than it actually was.

The crew, piloting the craft remotely, failed to see the problem, the investigators said, before the Predator flew into the ground.

The lawsuit was filed under a federal whistleblower law that allows

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like that, either. We are in a much better location.”

Along with repairs and consulting, the shop also sells printers, miscellaneous computer cables and certified, pre-owned computers, among other things.

“We do a lot of tuneups on computers,” Studer said. “People will get a virus, and the biggest thing is malware, or things you can get while surfing the Internet.”

Liberty Computer Repair also repairs closed-circuit TVs and cameras, among other items.

German food truck finds home DIXON – Richard Lonkert was once a Navy chef, and now he’s cooking for the Sauk Valley.

Lonkert and his wife, Karen, specialize in German cuisine sold from a food trailer they set up in the lot of the former Butternut Bakery at 975 N. Galena Ave. The Lonkerts make their own sausage with ground-in flavors in natural casings. Some signature items are the appleand-onion brat; the Aver-

age Joe, a rib-eye sandwich with red wine and fried onions; barbecue brats; Caribbean rice and grilled shrimp; and the Cousin Jimmy, a gourmet burger with freshly ground beef brisket, corn beef brisket, and rib tips with barbecue sauce and caramelized onions.

The Lonkerts have cooked for Dixon Main Street events, but downtown roadwork made setup difficult. They then decided to make the move to the Galena Avenue lot. The Lonkerts hope The World’s Sausage Cafe and More will soon have a building to call its own, where they would have a restaurant and a cooking school.

While in California, Lonkert spent time at the Napoli Culinary Academy, which also housed a restaurant.

Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday; the trailer is closed on Sunday and Monday.

For more information, call 815-440-9774.

– SVM reporters Pam Eggemeier and Jermaine Pigee contributed to this report

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DIXON KIWANIS CLUB

The Kiwanis Club of Dixon gathered Oct. 1 for its year end awards program. Chuck Stoddard (left) received the Kiwanian of the Year Award from Frank Langholf.

Photos submitted by Deborah Crowson.

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New reads at Dixon Public Library DIXON – Dixon Public Library, 221 S. Hennepin Ave., has released October’s book list.

Fiction: “Bones Never Lie,” by Kathy Reichs; “The Homecoming,” by Robyn Carr; “Eyes Only,”

by Fern Michaels; “Private Down Under,” by James Patterson; “Her Last Whisper,” by Karen Robards; “Fatal Conceit,”

by Robert Tanenbaum; “Heroes Are My Weakness,” by Susan Phillips; “Harbor Island,” by Carla Neggers; “Lisette’s List,” by Susan Vreeland; “Madame Picasso,” by Anne Girard; “The Winter Guest,” by Pam Jenoff; “The Eye of Heaven,”

by Clive Cussler; “The Darling Dahlias and

the Silver Dollar Bush,”

by Susan Albert; “Personal,” by Lee Child; “A Dark and Twisted Tide,”

by Sharon Bolton; “Dark Blood,” by Christine Feehan; “ We are Called to Rise,” by Laura McBride; “Safe Harbor,” by Sherryl Woods; “Edge of Eternity,” by Ken Follett; “The Drop,” by Dennis Lehane; “The Golem of Hollywood,” by Jonathan and Jesse Kellerman; “The Objects of Her Affection,” by Sonya Cobb; “A Girl is a Halfformed Thing,” by Eimear McBride; “Five Days Left,” by Julie Timmer; “The Children Act,” by Ian McEwan; and “Station Eleven,” by Emily Mandel.

Mysteries: Broadchurch,” by Erin Kelly; “Close to Home,” by Lisa Jackson; “The Long Way Home,” by Louise Penny; “Strange Shores,”

by Arnaldur Indridason; “Murder 101,” by Faye Kellerman; “The Secret Place,” by Tana French; “Festive in Death,” by J.D. Robb; “Paw and Order,”

by Spencer Quinn; “Blind Spot,” by Reed Coleman; “Designated Daughters,”

by Margaret Maron; “The Monogram Murders,”

by Sophie Hannah; and “Raging Heat,” by Richard Castle.

Christian Fiction: “Finding Love at Home,”

by Jerry Eicher; “Angels Walking,” by Karen Kingsbury; “The River,”

by Beverly Lewis; “Somewhere Safe with Somebody Good,” by Jan Karon; and “Joyful,” by Shelley Gray; Westerns: Lonnie Gentry,” by Peter Brandvold; and”The Killing Trail,” by Johnny Boggs.

Science Fiction: Fantasy: Severed Souls,” by Terry Goodkind; “The Golden Princess,” by S.M. Stirling; “The Bone Clocks,” by David Mitchell; and “Son of No One,”

by Sherrilyn Kenyon.

The book group selection for this month is “Rising Tide: The Great Mississippi Flood of 1927,” by John Barry.

For more information, call the library at 815284-7261.

Officers also were recognized. Bonnie O’Connell was named incoming president.

Women look over the more than 60 purses on display during the Sept. 25 Power of the Purse fundraiser for Literacy Is Fun for Everyone at Deer Valley Golf Club in Deer Grove. Photo submitted by Russ Siefken.

LIFE Program beneficiary of fundraiser DEER GROVE – The Literacy Is Fun for Everyone, a partner of United Way of Whiteside County had its fourth annual Power of the Purse event Sept. 25 at Deer Valley Golf Club, with 240 people in attendance.

Members of other chapters were in attendance. Lt. Gov. Geoff Vanderlin of the Eastern Iowa Kiwanis District also recognized O’Connell.

Several other awards were presented during the meeting. Harold French received the Distinguished Service Award.

GOLF SCRAMBLE

The evening featured a buffet dinner and a chance to win one of more than 60 purses, donated by Whiteside County businesses, totaling more than $14,000 in merchandise, gift certificates, and trips.

All proceeds went to the LIFE Program.

In 2003, LIFE was started by United Way of Whiteside County to allow children and families the opportunity to have a complete library of books before their

fifth birthday. CGH Medical Center gives each newborn the first book, “The Little Engine that Could.”

The family then signs up for the child to receive a free book a month addressed to them.

SCHOOL NEWS Upper Iowa University

Solomon Scholarship for Social Work. She is a Community That Cares project assistant manager at Sinnissippi Centers in Oregon. Williams plans to become a licensed clinical social worker.

Leaf River: Travis Cunningham, H.G. Kable Memorial; and Arrianna FAYETTE, Iowa – Brian Shipman, Betty J. and VanVickle of Rochelle Lyle F. Gillespie Memoriwas named to the sumal-Auto Mechanics. mer dean’s list at Upper Mount Carroll: Kalli WilIowa University Rockford son, Margaret and ClarCenter. ence Mitchell.

Mount Morris: Alyssa Highland Fischer, Margaret and Monmouth College Community Clarence Mitchell; Angela MONMOUTH – The College Glessner, Louis Fauser, following students have FREEPORT – The High- Bankers Mutual Life; joined fraternities at MonSarah Melvin, Davis, Balland Community College mouth College: Brittney luff and Margaret and Foundation recognized Book of Byron, the Illinois Clarence Mitchell; and students at its Sept.

Alpha chapter of Pi Beta Nicholas Myers, James 28 annual Scholarship Phi; Delaney Havens Schneiderman Memorial Awards Ceremony. of Fulton and Hannah and R.C. Miller AgriculThe recipients are: Rillie of Morrison, the ture.

Baileyville: Caidin Beta Epsilon chapter of Oregon: Karissa Kloepping, H.G. Kable Alpha Xi Delta; Cooper Corbin, Margaret and Memorial.

Pauley of Lanark, the Clarence Mitchell; Holly Forreston: Heidi DuitsIllinois Gamma chapter of Halverson, Virginia Ames man, H.G. Kable MemoSigma Phi Epsilon; and Cosmetology; Virginia Kelci Foss of Mount Mor- rial; and Jeffrey Whitson, Head, Joseph S. and Raymond A. Klee Trustris, the Alpha chapter of Bettye J. Mihina-Nursmark.

Kappa Kappa Gamma. ing; and Denise Slager, German Valley: CrisBetty J. And Lyle F. Gilten Kleckner, Dr. and Walden University Mrs. Ozro Hill; and lespie Memorial-Nursing.

OREGON – Connie Polo: Sarah Duncan, Amanda Watter, MargaDavis of Oregon recently ret and Clarence Mitch- 1st Farm Credit Services received a $5,000 scholAgriculture and Dr. and ell. arship toward her work Lanark: Miranda Grish- Mrs. Spencer K. Phillips. on a Master of Social Savanna: Brandon am, Harold Lee OffenWork degree from Walden heiser Ecology-Biology; Anderson, R.C. Miller University, based in MinAgriculture.

Cinarina Lundy, Hubert neapolis.

Sterling: Nathan Kepner; and Devin Williams is one of six Steen, Raymond A. Klee McCann, Margaret and Clarence Mitchell. recipients of the Barbara Trustmark.

Mathematics & Science Partnership WASHINGTON, D.C. – Christopher Gabany, a Dixon High School and Sauk Valley Community College graduate, and teacher at Rock Island High School, was one of eight recognized by the national Mathematics & Science Partnership Conference.

The conference is sponsored through the U.S. Department of Education.

The group participated in a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics program. The 2-year project included 160 hours of summer institute development and additional training and classroom implementation projects.

Educators of Beauty STERLING – The following enrollees at Educators of Beauty have been recognized as Future Graduates of the Month, Janda Hicks of Dixon and Nicole Ollendorg of Harmon, both September, and Courtney Lewis of Sterling, October.

Former behavioral health director to lead LSSI The proceeds from the annual June Catholic Charities Golf Scramble at Timber Creek Golf Club in Dixon were donated to the Whiteside County United Way. Russell Siefken (center), executive director, accepted $2,000 from Robert VandeVelde (left) and Bob Bradley of Catholic Charities. VandeVelde and Bradley are part of the original golf event team. The money will go toward the Let’s Feed Our Children free summer lunch program. The program provided more than 35,000 lunches this past summer to all Whiteside County communities. Photo submitted.

DES PLAINES – Mark A. Stutrud has been appointed chief executive officer of Lutheran Social Services of Illinois.

Stutrud was elected to the position during the June 23 meeting. He

began work Oct. 1.

The Des Plaines-based LSSI is the largest social service provider in Illinois, with program sites throughout the state that include Chicago, Aurora, Rockford, Nachusa, Moline, Peoria, Champaign, and Marion.

The organization serves and advocates for people in need. Last year, LSSI

year assisted 73,000 individuals statewide.

For the past 10 years, Stutrud has served as president and CEO of Lutheran Social Services of Michigan, where he led the organization in overall growth and developed a full continuum of home care services.

Additionally, he com-

pleted three capital campaigns and grew foundation assets from $3.5 to $13.5 million.

He also has served as vice president for Lutheran Social Services of Minnesota, and as executive director of behavioral health services at Allina Health System in Minneapolis.

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West, Midwest collide

Mount Rushmore, Black Hills provide view for the ages

BY ELLEN CREAGER MCT News Service

MOUNT RUSHMORE, S.D. – As fall begins, the light is as golden as the prairie. The sky is big and blue. This year, with lots of rain, the hills of ponderosa pines undulate in a deep, thick green carpet so solid that the hills really do look black.

One can see why American Indians revere this land so, and why a sculptor spent 14 years hanging off the edge of a cliff to chisel its fine granite.

The Black Hills shout of the vibrant West.

And whisper of a far older past.

Of the 2.2 million visitors who Mount Rushmore gets each year, I’d guess about 2.1 million of them zoom up, spend a couple of hours, then speed off.

That is such a mistake.

Why? This region where the West and Midwest collide has a rich cultural texture and an eternity’s worth of sweeping scenery, far more than just a mountain with four heads. (And by the way, if those heads could talk they would back me up on this – they’ve been gazing at the scenery for 73 years and have, oh, about 7.2 million more years before eroding, geologists say.)

I spent 5 days in this southwest corner of South Dakota, and I have to say I will add it to my unexpected favorite travel spots, along with Memphis, Mexico City and Krakow, Poland.

The Black Hills, like those places, delivers more than promised.

So let me do a little rundown on my personal highlights, and you can then make your own trip.

Mount Rushmore National Memorial: You see the throngs of tourists snapping away on their cameras as they get a first glimpse of the famous sight in person. But walk closer. And closer. And closer. A nice, wide pavilion gives you the classic view.

Take the Presidential Trail and you’ll get so close you can look up the nostrils of the 60-foot-high sculptures of Presidents Washington, Lincoln and Jefferson and Teddy Roosevelt. Visit sculptor Gutzon Borglum’s studio and a museum that tells the story of how Mount. Rushmore was built between 1927 and 1941 with ingenuity and pure muscle.

Skip the evening illumination ceremony, which is basically just a long video with a few patriotic songs thrown in and a white light shining on the heads.

Keystone: For 2 days, I based myself in Keystone, a tourist town 2 miles from the memorial. Keystone is an old mining town that struck it rich with the incoming tourist throngs of Mount Rushmore, but it retains its rough, Western personality.

I took the 1880 Train, a steam train between Keystone and Hill City. I ate buffalo stew at the Ruby House Restaurant, with its lush red flocked wallpaper and rifles on the walls. I breathed the clear, high air in the 4,500-foot altitude. From my hotel room window at the K Bar S Lodge I could see the profile of George Washington at Mount Rushmore.

Crazy Horse Memorial: A must-see to complement Mount Rushmore 17 miles away. In 1948 sculptor Korczak Ziolkowski (and eventually his wife and 10 children) began a sculpture taller than the pyramids of Egypt to honor the Oglala Lakota warrior.

Now that the 87-foot-high head is finally finished, you can easily imagine how the entire completed sculpture will amaze folks long after we’re dead and gone. Take the small bus tour as close as it can get to the fierce pink granite memorial. The site also has a nice American Indian museum and a good restaurant.

Needles Highway and the Iron Mountain Road, Custer State Park: From Crazy Horse I backtracked slightly and took

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Mount Rushmore, in South Dakota, likely will last 7 million years, but you probably want to get here a little sooner. It is located in South Dakota’s Black Hills.

If you go Mount Rushmore Memorial: $11 parking fee; the park is free; 1300 Highway 244, Keystone (www.nps.gov/moru, 605-5742523).

Keystone: K Bar S Lodge ($119/night and up; www. kbarslodge.com, 866-522-7724); 1880 Train steam train tour, $28, $12 ages 3-12. Downtown Key-

stone (www.1880train.com, 605574-2222).

Horse (www.crazyhorsememorial. org, 605-673-4681).

Crazy Horse Memorial: 12151 Avenue of the Chiefs, Crazy Horse; $11 admission per person plus $4 if you want the up-close bus tour, highly recommended.

Twice a year (certain dates in September and June) visitors can hike up onto the arm of Crazy

Custer State Park: Custer City; $15 entrance fee (www. custerstatepark.com, 605-2554460). Free to drive the wildlife loop; a free Buffalo Roundup each September is open to the public, this year it’s Sept. 26. To reserve a lodge or cabin within

the park, contact www.custerresorts.com, 888-875-0001.

The State Game Lodge is on the high end ($150/night-up).

Vore Buffalo Jump: www. vorebuffalojump.org.

For more information: Order a South Dakota vacation guide at www.travelsd.com, 800-7325682. It comes with maps.

Nine Black Hills tips Pick up local brochures in shops when you get there; many have coupons for discounts on attractions.

Don’t hike alone. Trails in Custer State Park not only can be steep, but you may meet a buffalo on the trail; also ticks, rattlesnakes, poison ivy.

No, your camper won’t fit on the Needles Highway. Hairpin turns are 280 degrees, plus one tunnel is only 8 feet, 4 inches the Needles Highway. It is not for the faint of heart. With switchbacks and drop-offs as it passes pointy spires of ancient granite, the 14-mile drive has vistas worth stopping for – if only you can find a place to stop. At one point, a one-way tunnel blasted through the granite is barely 8 feet wide.

The Iron Mountain Road, connecting the heart of Custer State Park with Keystone, is more accessible and equally as charming. Each of its three tunnels frames a view of Mount Rushmore. It also has curlicue

wide and 12 feet high.

Unless you love motorcycles, don’t come during the annual Sturgis motorcycle rally. Sturgis is northwest of Rapid City. This year, 500,000 bikers showed up. Next year on the 75th anniversary they expect 1 million.

Rally dates are Aug. 3-9, 2015, and Aug. 8-14, 2016.

Try the local beer; I like Canyon Cream Ale by Crow Peak in Spearfish. “pigtail” bridges that twist around to maximize the views on the 17-mile trip.

Both of these trails are partly inside Custer State Park and part of a scenic loop called the Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway.

Buffalo herd, Custer State Park: I spent 2 days at the classic State Game Lodge in Custer State Park, a 71,000-acre park that is the nation’s second-largest state park after the Adirondacks. The south part of the park is a vast prairie environment where 1,400 buffalo roam – descendants of 38 buffalo res-

Try at least one odd attraction. Mixed in with the grandeur are quirky attractions: panning for gold at the Big Thunder Gold Mine in Keystone, the free Dinosaur Park in Rapid City, the Black Hills Maze, Reptile Gardens.

Visit the “Dances With Wolves” movie set, Fort Hays near Rapid City. The entire film was made in South Dakota in 1989 – at these buildings, in cued by conservationists that were turned loose here in 1914.

You can drive yourself, but I took a Jeep safari that located several hundred animals still in mating season, with the bulls clumsily courting the lady buffaloes.

Vore Buffalo Jump: An hour west of Rapid City is Beulah, Wyo., and a significant archaeological site. In the 16th-18th centuries, before they had horses, Plains Indians hunted the buffalo on foot, where they were forced to jump down into the pit. There’s a brand new

nearby Spearfish Canyon and north of Pierre on a buffalo ranch. Very enjoyable.

Gifts and souvenirs: Buy chunks of rose quartz, yellow lepidolite or other South Dakota minerals and rocks at the many rock shops; Black Hills gold jewelry; I liked the Prairie Edge Gallery in Rapid City.

Read before you come: “Crazy Horse: A Life” by Larry McMurtry (Penguin, $14.99). visitors center here.

You pass the interesting South Dakota towns of Sturgis and Deadwood, plus Spearfish Canyon, on the way to Beulah.

Rapid City: I flew in and out of the airport at South Dakota’s second largest city (population 70,000), which is just 22 miles from Mount Rushmore. Rapid City has trendy restaurants and bars, plus major souvenir shopping.

Rapid City – like the whole trip – was not at all what I expected. It was far better.

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AmeriCorps area service project successful AmeriCorps members attended a disaster preparedness workshop in September at Montmorency School in Rock Falls. With emergency kits are (front row, from left) Eva Esquada, Dianna Reyes, Sherry Cushing, Jackie Shaffer, Laura Bartels, and Gayle VanPatter; and (back row) Cassie Jibben, Leeneice Rumoro, Katelyn DeBrock, Nathan Sotelo, Kayleen Shaw, Kenneth Catton, Phillip McPherson, and Michelle Baker.

The ABC AmeriCorps of Sauk Valley Community College in Dixon, in partnership with American Red Cross Rock River Chapter Lee County branch, provided interactive disaster preparedness training Sept. 11 to 40 students in fifth grade at Montmorency School in Rock Falls The 911 Service Project, in observance of 9/11, provided information on emergency preparedness and items necessary to start an emergency kit.

Each student received a kit, which included bottled water, a granola bar, hand sanitizer, bandages, flash light, glow stick and a Red Cross Emergency Preparedness book.

Photo submitted by Dana Chacon

Mobile digital labs in works URBANA – DigiTech hubs, sometimes called “makerspaces,” soon will be available due to special initiative funding from the University of Illinois Extension.

The mobile laboratories, which will rotate among extension sites throughout the state, will serve as high-tech inventor workshops equipped with tools for participants to learn about digital technology, from audio production to 3D printing.

“Members of the community will be able to make podcasts, experiment with soldering, create small robots, and learn how to do 3D design using the latest digital tools,” said Jon Gant, director of the Center for Digital Inclusion, profes-

sor at the U of I Graduate School of Library and Information Science and principal investigator of the project.

“Enabling this kind of innovation and creativity is key to 21st century technological and economic development.”

The hubs are just one component of a larger Illinois Digital Innovation Leadership Program that is designed to increase opportunities for entrepreneurship, economic development, and innovation through the expansion of digital manufacturing, digital media production, and data analytics.

DIL staff will work with 4-H clubs, public libraries, and public schools to develop permanent community-based and -sup-

ported studios.

This is one of six collaborative projects led by interdisciplinary faculty and staff from across the U of I campus to further the extension’s education and outreach mission.

It is a partnership between extension, the dean of the college of agricultural, consumer, and environmental sciences, and the office of the provost.

The projects were selected from a pool of 71 pre-proposals from 16 different campus units.

The program is aimed at establishing new collaborations between the extension and the departments and units across campus.

Go to cdi.lis.illinois.edu for more information.

DIXON HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

Dixon Rotary Club furnished the volunteer crew Sept. 27 at the Dixon Habitat for Humanity home at 1013 S. College Ave., Dixon. Future homeowner, Josh, (left) stands with Ann Lewis, Lynn Roe, Janielle Kluzek, Joe McKinley, Sylvia Montavon, Rick Curia, David Cain, and Don Lewis. Photo submitted by Chris Gehlbach.

Coffee is provided each week for the Habitat Home volunteer work crews. Larry and Carolyn Dunphy, owners of Books on First, have donated the coffee for several years.

Effort to improve care underway MORRISON – The Community That Cares project had an awards ceremony and celebration Sept. 23.

The event was a recognition of project partners for their contributions and achievements of the project during the year.

As part of the celebration, The Community That Cares Project presented more than $20,000 in social, emotional learning curriculum to area school districts in Ogle, Carroll, Lee, and Whiteside counties.

Each school and its contributions to the project were recognized at the event.

Community partners that helped spread the word of the significance of early screening and

intervention and the importance of reducing stigma in communities also were acknowledged.

The program is a grantfunded project through the Illinois Children’s Healthcare Foundation, and has received a grant extension to continue to assist children and their families for another year.

This includes improved coordination of care across systems, such as education, mental health, public health, and other child and family serving providers.

With more than 100 organizations involved across Ogle, as well as Carroll, Lee, and Whiteside counties, leaders of a wide variety of agencies work together with a shared vision of promoting the optimal develop-

ment, health and wellness of children, families and adults.

More than 10,000 children have been screened for the early identification of developmental and or social and emotional concerns since the implementation of this project 3 years ago.

This represents more than 25 percent of the child population of approximately 38,000.

The plan is to build a community-wide tierbased system of care which includes making families and providers aware of all interventions available across the area.

Contact Gloria Martin at gloriamartin@sinn issippi.com or Connie Davis at conniedavis@sinnissippi.com for more information.

accounts, are designed to help customers establish stronger credit.

Midland intends to work with community groups in its markets to offer a number of educational workshops to help community members gain a better understanding of finances, the credit and credit reporting process, and the types of banking services available to help reach their goals. Midland also intends to make its CDP publicly available, and to provide annual assessments of its performance.

Midland States Bank has branches in Dixon, Sterling, Rock Falls, and Oregon.

of gas turbine inlet air filtration systems and replacement filters.

The deal is expected to be accretive to earnings in FY15. For reporting purposes, Northern Technical’s results will be included in the company’s gas turbine products within the Industrial products segment.

Donaldson has a plant in Dixon.

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IN BRIEF Bank introduces development plan EFFINGHAM – Midland States Bank announced the adoption of a bankwide Community Development Plan.

Midland’s CDP is partly designed to assist firsttime and lower income homebuyers in its communities. Other features of the plan are designed to help customers establish good credit or repair past credit problems, and to make credit more available to minority, and womenowned businesses.

Two of Midland’s new lending programs, an affordable residential mortgage program and an affordable home repair program, will be offered to lower income applicants to obtain a loan with reduced application fees and or reduced monthly payments. Other programs, such as free and “second chance” checking

Donaldson’s seals new purchase deal Donaldson Co. Inc. announced that it has completed the previously-announced acquisition of Northern Technical L.L.C., a manufacturer

Rochelle Airport unveils new runway ROCHELLE – Larger aircraft can now land and operate out of the Rochelle Airport, 1201 W. Gurler Road.

The $2.4 million project included a 775-foot runway extension, a new 1,300-foot taxiway, and an all new landing lighting system. The additional pavement has increased the runway length to 5,001 feet.

According to officials, the improvements were made to better the takeoff and landing performance calculations for turbine and jet aircraft and will spur new economic development opportunities at the airport.

All who planned, constructed, and funded the project were recognized Oct. 1 at the airport.

Plans for future improvement to the airport’s infrastructure are underway.

Employment fair planned at SVCC DIXON – Members of NCI Works Business Employment Skills Team Inc., the state Department of Employment Security and Experience Works, Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce, Dixon Chamber of Commerce, and Sauk Valley Community

College, will sponsor a job fair from 9 a.m. to noon Wednesday at the college, 173 state Route 2.

The public is welcome.

Attendees are advised to dress for success and bring a resume. Go to best-inc.org for a list of participating businesses.

The job fair has been endorsed by the Lee County and Whiteside County boards.

Phone company to fund technology GALESBURG – The CenturyLink Clarke M. Williams Foundation’s Teachers and Technology Grant Program opened its application process Oct. 1.

Full-time prekindergarten classroom teachers in public or private schools in CenturyLink residential service areas are eligible to apply for technology grants. Visit

www.fsrequests.com/ centurylinkgrant to apply.

The application deadline is Jan. 2.

CenturyLink service is neither required nor considered in the review of applications.

The Foundation will award more than $1.4 million in grants to support technology in the classroom through its 2014-2015 Teachers and Technology Programs.

Grant winners will be announced between April 1 and May 15.

Chamber adds new staff member STERLING – The Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce has named Kris Noble to its management team.

Noble, who had been employed with Lutheran Social Services of Illinois, will take on the roll of program manager.

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HAUNTED HAVEN CLASS OF 2014

Name: Tweaker

Name: Scar-Lette

Activities: Lead clown in the Twisted Circus.

Activities: “Being fabulous, darling.” Silent films. Modeling.

Recruiting young souls.

What I like most about Haunted Haven: Scaring the brave souls who think we will let them out alive.

What I like most about Haunted Haven: Creating, scaring and being free.

Name: Tox Activities: Playing jokes on other clowns.

Dragging new victims to my room.

What I like most about Haunted Haven: I enjoy the people I work with and love scaring people.

Name: Dollie Activities: Eating cupcakes. Baby-sitting. Making dolls and putting a “smile” on pretty little faces. What I like most about Haunted Haven: All the new playmates who come to my room.

Name: Rellik Activities: Playing with blood. Slicing and dicing people. Sipping tea (pinky up). Clown sarcasm 101. What I like most about Haunted Haven: Meeting new people. Scaring. Having fun.

Name: Tinx Activities: Prop Making. Creature Design. Hiding Bodies. Ornate Cooking. Scaring the Innocents.

What I like most about Haunted Haven: Scaring the innocents and meeting new people.

Name: Bella the Bellhop Activities: Greeting all who visit Hotel Haven. Making sure my guests are warm and toasty in the fire. Seeing how many body parts I can fit in one suitcase.

Name: Bridget Activities: Burning at the stake. Hanging. Making potions with my witches.

Twisting mortal souls. Taking care of my black cat, Binx. What I like most about Haunted Haven: Scaring the pee out of people (literally).

What I like most about Haunted Haven: Hearing grown men scream like little girls.

Name: Master Killjoy Activities: Presenting the Twisted Circus.

Beating Tinx with his own hammer. Making people scream. Clowning around. Feeding my spider, Charlotte, fresh meat. What I like most about Haunted Haven: Making people pee and meeting new friends.

HAUNTED HAVEN IS OPEN ON FRIDAY AND SATURDAY. THE HAUNTED HOUSE IS 2.5 MILES SOUTH OF ROCK FALLS AT THE CORNER OF RT. 40 AND GRENNAN ROAD.

Photos by Alex T. Paschal/apaschal@saukvalley.com

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IS YOUR PET MISSING? Read our found section in todays paper. Just in case it is not there, call one of your area animal shelters listed below: Lee County Animal Control (815)284-3833 Granny Rose Animal Shelter (815)288-7387 Whiteside County Animal Control (815)625-3507 Happy Tails Humane Society (815)626-2994 A public service of Sauk Valley Media Lost Chow mix dog, 16 yrs old, rust color, short hair. Dixon Ave. area Rock Falls.

Call 815-535-0248.

Lost: cat, white & orange, female, Castellon subdivision, 815-440-1593 Tan Chihuahua lost around McNeil Rd. in Rock Falls.

Doesn't have a bottom jaw, can't eat unless hand fed. Please call if you find. Call 815632-3540

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2 year old Pittbull, one color w/ pink nose, white chest.

Very friendly.

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CASA 15th Judicial Circuit (Lee/ Carroll/Ogle Counties) is seeking volunteers to advocate for children in the court system involved in abuse and neglect cases.

Your involvement can impact a child’s future.

Contact Vanessa White, Director of Advocate Services (815) 288-1901 www.casalee carroll.com THE LEE CO. VETERANS ASSISTANCE COMMISSION needs volunteers to drive veterans in our van to the Iowa City VA hospital. If you are a licensed driver who is looking for a rewarding opportunity to help our area veterans, joining our transportation network might be something that you are looking for.

Please contact Rich Sanders at 815-288-5683 for more details.

Whiteside County Senior Center is looking for a PT receptionist, kitchen assistant, &/or basic computer instructor.

Background check required. Inquire at 1207 W. 9th St., Sterling.

REAL ESTATE 202 SERVICES PUBLISHER'S NOTICE All real estate advertising in this newspaper subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference , limitation or discrimination based on race, color,religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18.

This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law.

Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777.

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GRAND DETOUR BEAUTIFUL RIVER FRONT COTTAGE On 1 acre in a beautiful secluded area on the Rock River. Fully furnished 3BR, 1 ba. (new), 2 car garage. New roof on garage & house.

Will sell on contract with good credit, reasonable down payment. $145,000. No realtors please. Call Jim 815-441-5179.

STERLING 3-4BR 1 bath older farmhouse, on 2.15 acres, several out pellet buildings, stove, newer stove John & fridge, Deere riding mower incl. $88,000 Call 815-289-3653

For Sale or Rent: This luxurious custom built 2000 home features: 2 story entrance foyer which opens into large LR with soaring ceilings and two-story windows. Elegant designer kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops.

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Two master suites with Jacuzzi including ground level suite. Loft over looking living area.

Large deck overlooking park-like backyard. 3.5 car garage.

Walking distance to Sinnissippi Park and Rock River. $269,000. Will consider owner financing and/or rent with option to buy.

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1BR home on 2.3 Acres New roof (2014).

Brand new flooring throughout. Appliances included gas stove, refrig., washer & dryer.

Call 815-440-2491.

STERLING ON-SITE REAL ESTATE AUCTION Sterling, IL 2021 E. 7th St. 3BR, 1ba. 860sq.ft Single Family Sale Date: Sat., Nov. 8th at 11:00 a.m.

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WALNUT GRAND DETOUR

3 BR,1BA updated 2 story home, double corner lot, large garage/ barn. $118,000.

815-441-4291

Walnut Home For Sale Just listed 2BR/ Full basement MLS 08743977 $53,000 Call Brian at RE/MAX Sauk Valley 815-716-0772 or visit brian corwell.com

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★Open House★ Sat., Oct. 11th 1-5 p.m.

779-245-8661 Gorgeous 4 BR 27100 Maple Drive (just North of Sterling)

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2 Cemetery Lots, $500 each, Call Fairmount Cemetery in Polo, 815946-2810

MOBILE HOMES 230

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APARTMENTSFURNISHED 305 AMBOY Just remodeled 1 & 2 BR, clean, lots of new $ 425 & $495. Available Oct 1. No pets. Dep & ref required. 630653-9192

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

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DIXON 1BR Efficiency all elec. w/ coin laundry & half garage $450 mo. + deposit 815-973-3281 2BR Attractive clean, quiet. No smoking or pets.

Must see! $475 + dep. 815-652-3365 2BR upper $495/ mo. Inc. garage, cable, trash p/u.

Quiet neigh. No pets.815-973-6363

DIXON Nice 2BR garage & fireplace, garbage & water incl. No pets. $575 + dep.

815-973-5886

POLO 1BR upstairs, applcs. furnished & garage. Ref. & dep.

Required. No Pets. $375/mo. Call 815946-3191

ROCK FALLS 1 & 2BR, Hampton Apts.

815-625-7043 Cedar Woods Apartments Rock Falls 2BR Apt. Rent from $346 to $459 3BR Apt. Rent from $380-$465 4BR Apt. Rent from $390 to $475 Credit, criminal & landlord verifications done.

All electric.

Tenant pays electric, water & sewer bills.

Applications at Whiteside County Housing Authority 401 W. 18th St. Rock Falls (815)625-0581 “THIS INSTITUTION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER AND EMPLOYER”

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Brechon Farm Services, Inc. is looking for Farm Help FT or PT $18/hr.

Send resumes to: 1270 IL. State Route 26 S. Dixon, IL 61021

Brechon Farm Services, Inc. is Now Hiring for Mechanics FT or PT $30/hr.

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Brechon Farm Services, Inc. is Now Hiring truck drivers FT or PT $18/hr.

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Angelo's III acapplicacepting tions for part time Pizza Maker. Apply in person at 2405 W. 4th St., Sterling, Mon. Tues, Thurs., Fri. 10am-4pm. No phone calls.

Asst. Wrestling Coach Oregon H.S. Call 815-7325300 x 4040 or e-mail: mlawton@ ocusd.net

NEW TODAY Automotive Mechanic Wanted Diesel experience a plus. bellini@grics.net 815-284-4175 Business Office Manager, Full-Time Familiarity with basic accounting and human resources principles preferred.

Experience with payroll and benefits administration also helpful.

Must be able to pass a thorough background check and be comfortable working directly with residents.

Apply to Angela Mehlbrech, Administrator Tammerlane HealthCare Centre, 3601 16th Ave., Sterling, IL 61081 amehlbrech@ tammerlanehc.com

Fax: 815-6260275

CDL Class A Truck Driver Needed for an immediate position.

Local Driving, Home every night.

Competitive wages paid. Please call 815-288-2255.

Hiring Part-time Truck Driver. CDL required. Passport preferred. Located in Dixon. Please send resume and wage requirements to: humanresources.

dixonil@gmail.com

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Director of Economic Development and Chamber of Commerce Individual wanted for immediate employment to oversee the Economic Development and Chamber of Commerce activities for the City of Morrison.

Exceptional communication skills needed with experience in marketing, fundraising and business recruitment.

Four year college degree or working equivalent in related field.

Knowledge of commercial real estate and proven networking ability.

Requires some nights and weekends.

Forward inquiries and/ or resume to : Morrison Chamber of Commerce, Attn; Director Position, P.O. Box 8, Morrison, IL 61270. Or morrisonchamber @frontier.net Flash Happy Portrait is a new, fun, creative walk-in portrait studio opening at Northland Mall st Nov. 1 . We are looking for energetic and up beat people to join our team.

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Foster Care Worker Full time foster care caseworker position available at the Youth Service Bureau of Illinois Valley.

B.A. In human services with 2 years experience in human services required.

Salaried position with excellent benefits. Travel to Rock Falls, Sterling, Dixon and surrounding area necessary.

Send resume to: Youth Service Bureau of Illinois Valley, Attn: HR, 424 W. Madison St., Ottawa, IL 61350 or email resume to: hrs@ysbiv.org Place the word resume in the subject line.

E.O.E./Culturally Sensitive Employer Hiring Part-time General Manufacturing Position.

Located in Dixon.

General maintenance duties, mechanically inclined, ability to lift up to 50lbs. Please send resume and wage requirements to: humanresources. dixonil@gmail.com

Human Resource Coordinator Flex-O-Glass Inc., a 90 year old manufacturer of plastic products, currently has an opening for an experience Human Resource Coordinator for our facility in Dixon, IL. The qualified individual will be responsible for assisting in the day to day operations of the Human Resource function and duties within our facility. For more info. go to monster.com *Drug screen/physical, background check and team interview. *Competitive salary and excellent benefit package.

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit resumes to: dixon@warps.com No phone calls please. EOE Local Farming Operation seeking CDL driver for grain hauling help during harvest. No experience necessary.

Call 815-4992271

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Local Tree Service looking for qualified bucket, climbers, and grounds workers.

Driver's License a must! Class B & CDL preferred, good work ethic, full-time seasonal work. Call 815-857-3674 Male/Female Help Wanted The Rock Falls EleSchool mentary District is taking applications for a Health Assistant position, part-time (5½ hours per day), effective immediately. This position requires a minimum level of training of L.P.N. Beginning hourly rate is $12.00 The District also is seeking for applications substitute health assistants to fill in PRN. Applications are being taken at the Superintendent's Office, 602 Fourth Avenue, Rock Falls, Illinois, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Through October 17, 2014.

NEW TODAY Merchandiser needed for local businesses, if interested, email: cory@dakota newsinc.com Mr. Nifty Cleaners needs a presser. Please apply in person, 1102 E. 4th Street, Sterling.

815-625-9386.

Northern Grain Marketing is seeking Experienced CDL drivers. Immediate openings for local grain hauling. Hours will vary. To inquire call Tom Wilson @ 815-973-3016 NOW HIRING for Wait Staff. Part time. Must be 18 or older. Apply in person at Joe's Pizza, 119 S. Peoria Ave., Dixon. No phone calls please.

Now Hiring H.V.A.C Technicians, Licensed Plumbers and Licensed Apprentice Plumbers send resume to: P.O. Box 767 Rock Falls, Il 61071. or fax 815-626-0919 email: bdsupply@ comcast.net

NEW TODAY Secretary needed part time, 20-30hrs per week. Organizational skills, customer service, and computer Quickbooks experience required.

Mail resumes to Bellini's Custom Welding, 1577 Eldena Rd., Dixon, IL 61021 or by email to bellini@grics.net Semi Driver needed, at least 3 years experience of OTR CDL driving. & Dedicated run from Rock Falls to Las Vegas. Must have and references pass drug screen.

Please send replies to Box #:1251 ,c/o Sauk Valley Classifieds, P.O.Box 498, Sterling, IL 61081

NEW TODAY Site Manager Seeking a selfstarter for a fulltime residential Site Manager position in Dixon.

Responsibilities include: Apartment showings & leasing, processing applications and verifications for HUD assisted property, address resident questions and concerns, posting of notices, and coordination of maintenance requests and turnovers.

Qualified applicants should fax resume to 608-237-7910

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While we attempt to screen advertising with potential fraud, it is impossible to screen all potential problems.

We strongly encourage our readers to exercise caution and common sense, particularly when dealing with companies with which you are not familiar.

Two Positions Available: Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences (Family Life) and Extension Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources (Horticulture) The University of Illinois Extension is seeking two individuals to provide educational leadership for program delivery in Unit 4 (Carroll, Lee, and Whiteside Counties). Master's degree related to subject matter emphasis required. To view complete job description and apply, visit http://go.illinois. edu/A1400510 for the Family Life Educator, closing date is October 28, 2014 and http://go.illinois. edu/A1400512 for the Horticulture Educator, Closing date is October 29, 2014. The University is an AA-EOE www.inclusive illinois.illinois.edu.

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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 lispecifically censed or issued a permit. Sauk Valley Media strongly urges any parent or guardian to verify the validity of the license of any facility before placing a child in it's care. *Family homes that care for no more than three (3) children under the age of twelve or which receive only children from a single household, for less than 24 hours per day, are exempt from licensure as day care homes.

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

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

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

Sterling Infant- Toddler Teacher: 40 hrs./wk.; full year. Bachelor’s Degree in early childhood, child development or closely related field.

Parent-Child Educator: Oregon. 30 hrs./wk., full year. Minimum of AAS in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related degree with a minimum of 18 credit hours in ECE. Family Specialist: Full-year, salaried position. Minimum of a BA in Human Services, Social Services or closely related field. Responsible for overall compliance with Head Start family services regulations.

Previous management and supervisory experience required.

For information and application contract Tri-County Opportunities Council at 815-625-7830 or visit our website at www.tcochelps.org. 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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KREIDER SERVICES, INC KREIDER SERVICES, INC IS EXPANDING!!

We are currently accepting applications for DSP’s.

Requirements: For most positions applicants must be at least 21 years old; have a high school diploma or equivalent; possess a valid Illinois driver’s license with an acceptable driving record; have the ability to be insured in accordance to our agencies policy; ALL applicants must be able to pass the company physical and criminal background check.

If you feel you can effectively work with people, have good communication skills, and a desire to make a difference in someone’s life, please apply in person at: 500 Anchor Road Dixon, IL 61021 Attention: Jodi Murdock

is now hiring an Overnight L.P.N.

Due to expansion of services, Kreider Services, Inc. is looking for a full time overnight LPN. Are you a nurse who …

• Enjoys having the time to provide individual care?

• Would like to work for an organization that pays their LPN’s based on experience, provides low cost health insurance, offers a retirement program, has paid vacation, holidays and sick days, pays a shift differential?

If so, Kreider Services, Inc. would welcome you to our team of nursing professionals. To obtain an application, please contact: Jodi Murdock Kreider Services, Inc. 500 Anchor Road Dixon, IL 61021 815-288-6691

Kreider Services is an EEO, Drug Free workplace

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District Sales Manager Sauk Valley Media is interviewing for a district sales manager in the circulation department. Responsibilities include recruitment, selection and training of contracted carriers to provide sales growth, prompt delivery service and collections within Sauk Valley Media communities.

The successful candidate will be self-directed and communicate effectively with subscribers and carriers. Subscriber solicitation is required. Ability to manage time, organize duties and operate as a team member is critical to performance.

Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, reliable transportation and acceptable motor vehicle record. Pre-employment drug screen, physical agility test and background check required.

Sauk Valley Media offers a comprehensive behefits package.

Submit your resume to: recruitment@shawmedia.com

Sauk Valley Media is seeking a professional and energetic sales individual to join our multi-media sales effort at our Sterling and Princeton, IL locations. We are seeking a dynamic leader who is dedicated to surp rpassing goals and focused on delivering results to our customers.

As the sales manager, you will assist the Advertising Director in creating, developing and implementing strategies that will drive the advertising sales teams to generate revenue success.

You will spend a significant amount of your time with your team on sales calls, developing proposals, and making presentations.

Developing and coaching a winning team is key.

As part of Shaw Media you will have access to the limitless resources of the number one media company in the market.

To be considered for this position you should possess a minimum three years sales leadership experience, along with an established and successful work history. A valid driver's license, proof of insurance, reliable transportation and acceptable motor vehicle record are required.

Or Contact: Sheryl Gulbranson, Circulation Director Sauk Valley Media 3200 E. Lincolnway P.O. Box 498 Sterling, IL 61081 Phone: 815-625-3600 x5300

Sauk Valley Media offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefit package and bonus program for this position.

Sauk Valley Media is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

This posting may not include all duties of the position.

Shaw Media is a Drug Free Employer.

Pre-employment background check and drug screen required.

This posting may not include all duties of the position.

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Adult Literacy Outreach Coordinator The Adult Literacy Outreach Coordinator will design, create, and support academic services for underprepared learners and provide direction for the Sauk Valley Community College Literacy programs including managing outreach efforts. Bachelor’s degree in Education, knowledge of basic immigration laws, at least one year of teaching adult ESL students, bi-lingual, and the ability to work with multilevel classes required.

Please apply on-line at svcc.edu/Job Opportunities using the “apply now” button. Review of applications will begin immediately and position will remain open until filled. Resume and cover letter are required.

Full Time Experience Required Apply At: Franklin Grove Living & Rehabilitation Center 502 N. State St. Franklin Grove, IL 815-456-2374 FAX: 815-456-2250

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Sauk Valley Community College Att: Human Resources 173 Illinois Route 2 Dixon, Illinois 61021 Phone: 815-288-5511 Email: employment@svcc.edu

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OPENING SOON Abi’s @ The Plum Hollow Family Center is looking for individuals for our NEW Craft Beer Tap Room, Private Video Gaming Parlor and Premium Coffee House.

Manager – Individual with Bar and Staff Management Experience.

Prior knowledge in Craft Beers and Managing Operations a plus.

Craft Beer Specialists – Seeking Bartenders with Home Brewing and/or Craft Beer Service.

Gaming Concierge – A dedicated host/hostess that will cater to the needs of our gamers.

Barista – An individual with experience or a desire to be trained as a professional Barista.

In addition openings exist in the following areas: Wait Staff Front Counter Staff Kitchen Staff Pin chaser

All applications must be submitted in person.

Apply at Plum Hollow – 1933 IL Rt 26, Dixon.

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Prescott Brothers Ford/Chrysler in Princeton has immediate openings for qualified candidates in the Service Department.

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With the diversity of multiple franchises, six store locations and one of the largest networks of vehicle inventory available in the area-Pete Harkness Auto Group continues to excel and grow and is the auto group of choice in the Sauk Valley and the Rock River Valley areas.

Pre-employment drug screen and physical required. EOE. To apply online visit www.morrisonhospital.com or apply in person Monday through Friday 8:00a.m.-4:30p.m

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LOANS

ROCK FALLS

POLO

Edon Apts. 2BR, $500mo., $400 dep. Refs. Req. 815No dogs.

441-3999.

2BR home. Appliances furnished.

Central air. Garage.

References and deposit required. $595 per month.

No pets. 815-9463191 after 5 pm.

Rock Falls Effi$375 ciency. month. $200 deposit and references required.

Utilities included.

708-699-8952

STERLING

RIVER RIDGE APARTMENTS

2 Bedroom Great Location Garages Available

$

495

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FREE *with 1 year lease

3 Months

FREE

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*Only Valid while garages last. New applicants only.

Next to

ALDI in Sterling

1-815-414-2288

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

1st Month FREE! Ca l Me 2-Rent 815))632-7368 (Loc ted d Behind Northland Mall)

Sterling Rentals Newer 2 Bedroom $599.00 & Up Applcs., Fireplaces 2002 3rd Ave. 1836 First Ave. 606 W. Lefevre 2 BR $535.00 1 BR $465.00 1 Studio $390.00 Partial Heat, Water, Sewer, Refuse Removal, Laundry Facilities, Satellite

(815)626-1431 1BR, $360-$400 815-562-7368 Rochelle Realty 1BR, w/ applcs. $395 + dep. No Pets.

815-6228829 2 Bed Duplex Sterling, basement, w/d hook up, $555 per mo., 815-622-2725 SNLRentals.com 2 BR for $500 Water, sewer, garbage incl.

Coin W/D, No pets/ No parties.

Call Diana: 630-327-7046 2 BR., clean, QUIET, 779-348-4709 2BR, 701 E. 3rd St., A, 450/mo. + deposit. 626-4418 Apts. No pets. Call 815-716-0367.

Near CGH 1BR, garage, A/C, applcs., 1 floor, N/S, $450/mo. 1830 3rd Ave. 815-499-0199 Sinnissippi Townhomes First Mo. Free!

Spacious 2 BR. 2 story townhomes.

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

HOMES FOR RENT

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FOR RENT HOUSES & APTS. svla.org

CHADWICK Nice 3BR Victorian House, Chadwick, $495/mo.

847-381-7524

ROCK FALLS 2 bed house, Rock Falls, w/d hookup, $545 per mo.

815-622-2725 SNLRentals. com 2BR home, 1 car det. garage. Located on dead end street in Dillon School Dist. $550/ mo. Lease & dep.

No pets. 815-6263105/631-9340 Sunny 3BR, new kitchen, monster garage. $650/mo.

815-878-7399.

STERLING 2BR, $500/mo. plus dep. 815-6262159 after 3pm.

2BR, 1.75 BA, $600/mo. + dep.

815-441-0901.

2BR, stove, refrig., DW, sewer & garbage p/u included.

Garage. $710/mo.

Lease, dep. req.

H&H Rental Properties LLC, 815-625-7995 2BR., 1BA garage NO PETS. $550 mo. + dep. 815440-7985.

4 bed, 2 bath house, Dixon, fenced yard, 2 car garage, $850/mo.

815-622-2725 SNLRentals.com ★Open House★ Sat., Oct. 11th 1-5 p.m.

779-245-8661 Gorgeous 4 BR 27100 Maple Drive (just North of Sterling) RTO 2BR $49,900 $5,000 down.4413515.Agent owned.

Very nice Lg. clean 2BR Duplex, located at 303 14th Ave. $550/mo. + $550 dep. 815-626-7257 or 815-718-0257.

COMMERCIAL RENTAL

311

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

815-626-8790 Store front for office or other business, downtown Sterling. $575/mo.

773-319-0059.

MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT

315

DIXON NEW TODAY 2BR for rent $395 mo. 630-965-1470

MORRISON Tall Pines Mobile Home Community

has a mobile home available for rent! $350$450. Call Kristine for details.

815-772-8943

WAREHOUSE / 330 STORAGE THE WAREHOUSE AT 301 100,000sq.ft. Of Indoor, Heated, Secure Storage Car, Truck, Boat or RV storage $29/mo.

Monthly QuarterlyYearly Leases Available 301 W. 3rd St. Sterling, IL www.warehouse 301.com 815-535-6054

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AREA GARAGE SALES 624 COLETA GARAGE SALES 624 Sat. & Sun. 8-?

308 E. Grove St. Estate Sale Electric power saw and sanders, lathe, other tools, fishing equip., ice shack, electric heaters & fans, fertilizer spreader, wood snow chipper, fence, lawn roller, antique stove, mens clothing, jackets, snow mobile suite, coversweaters, alls, shoes, boots, socks, gloves, caps sz. L-XXL., desk, twin bed w/ filing mattress, cabinet, electric chair w/ lift., rockers, wedding cake plates, pillars & fountains and lots of numerous items.

Sat., Oct. 11 Townwide- Coleta 8am-?

207 N. Main 308 E. Grove Sat., Oct. 11 th 8am-2pm 207 N. Main 7 Family- Coleta Girls clothes 6mo6T, mens L-2XL, womens S-2XL. Longaberger, beer tiens, holiday items, books, craft items and supplies, VCR tapes, DVD's, toys, Step 2 desk, John Deere Gator, items, household floor jacks, Arctic Cat gear/girls.

DIXON GARAGE SALES 624 Fri. 8-5, Sat. 8-12 Peek Home Rd. Country sale! N. on Rt. 26 past Plum Hollow to Penrose Rd. and watch for signs. 4 Families within 1 Mile!

Antiques, collectibles, Boyd Bears, furniture, baby gear & travel systems, Wards Sea King 6 h.p. & 15 h.p. motors, used picture windows, 6” joiner, 6” belt sander, jigsaw, bee equipment, tool cabinets, camping kitchen, loading ramps, pine columns, 24' Evenrude 115 h.p.

Boat & trailer Fri. 8-6 & Sat. 9-3 1306 W. 1st St. ESTATE SALE Fri., & Sat. 8-2 1006 Woodlawn Multi-Family Sale Boys clothes 0-2T & 6 & 7, jr. mens, & clothes, womens toys, lots household items & misc.

DIXON GARAGE SALES 624

STERLING GARAGE SALES 624

Sat. 9-2 1609 N. Jefferson Newer mens & womens winter clothing, coats, Halloween, Christmas & home décor, tons of Nerf guns, Army toys, video games, DVD's, thousands of baseball cards, too much to list!

Fri. & Sat. 8-4 1509 6th Ave. 3 Family Sale Antiques, tools, dog bed, mens, womens lots of jr. clothes, scarfs, jewelry, lots of household items, books & misc

Thurs., Fri. Sat. 8-4 1151 Middle Rd. 4-drwr legal file; twin mattress new; brass umbrella stand; office table; - also on Sat child/jr toys & clothes; home décor; misc.

GRAND DETOUR GARAGE SALES 624 Fri & Sat 7-?

8190 S Pine ( Karen's House) 1 block W of Colonial Rose.

Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas items, Household, kitchen items, gas grill w/ tanks, candles, punch bowl, buttons, foot stools, mens, womens plus sizes & nice misses clothing, fashion belts, Lincoln logs, cookbooks, magazines, old records & ugly ties.

Fri. & Sat. 7-?

4049 W. Timber Lane.

Wii balance board, dog crate, glassware, men's, L. ladies clothes, wrought iron furniture, antiques, crib & baby gear Saturday 7-1 4125 W Timber Lane. Huge Multi Family Sale Large quantity of quality girls clothes NB- 6. Boys to size 8 for fall & winter.

Baby equipment including jump-aroo, bassinet, crib set, swing & car seat travel system, dining table w/ 6 chairs, antique furniture including beds, tables, display case, etc. rear tine rototiller, pool filter, Craftsman tool box, oak stair treads, back- up camera's.

ROCK FALLS GARAGE SALES 624 Fri. & Sat. 8-3 1102 Harbor Dr. Girls 7/8, boys 6/8 adult XL, décor, purses, coats.

Sat. Oct. 11, 8am to Noon 10446 Buell Rd. Garage Sale Ladies clothing LG, XL, 1X. Girls clothing 12mo-2T. Toys, games, Longaberger “woven TraClassic ditions” pottery, blue Longaberger bashousehold kets, items, Holiday decorations, country décor, etc. Sunday rain date.

Saturday 8-1 1200 9th Avenue men's & women's L-XL, toys, DVDs, VHS, Halloween & Christmas decorations, Wii console & games, lots of misc.

Saturday 8-12 601 Wiker Drive Multi-Family Sale boy's clothes NB10, girl's 6-16 & flower girl Jr's, dresses, maternity, desks & chairs, patio furniture, household décor, Home School curriculum supplies & books, Everything is priced to sell!!

STERLING GARAGE SALES 624 Fri. & Sat., 8-5 705 W. 3rd St. Moving Sale!

Fri. & Sat., 9-2 1712 19th Ave. Multi Family Longaberger Sale New and gently used pottery and baskets.

Fri. 1-6 & Sat. 9-3 204 E Miller Rd. (Across from CGH Main Clinic) Huge Moving Sale!

Lots of household items, name brand clothing for the whole family, elect.

Dryer and much much more!

Fri. 8-3 & Sat. 8-12 1409 E. 36 th Colonial Acres Boys NB-5T like new, baby girls NB-18mo., Holiday décor & misc.

Friday 10-4 & Saturday 11-6 24278 Emerson Rd. boy's clothing 12 mo.- 2T, Graco stroller, ride-on toys, Elvis memorabilia, Halloween costumes, patio table & chairs, misc.

Saturday 8-1 4005 19th Ave. (Snavely) La-Z-Boy desk chair, Western hats, collectibles, blankets, old tools, Hall teapot, and other misc.

Saturday 8-2 706 W. 11th St. Boys clothes NBsz. 10, stuff a bag, refrigerator, dresser, toys and lots of misc.

Saturday 9-4 16761 Hickory Hills Rd. lg. bird cage, glass & rod iron end table, beautiful lg. stand in floor candlesticks, Christmas items, & lots of other itemsgood prices.

3BR, C/A, applcs.

400 Holcomb $650 Avail. Nov. 1, 815718-5488 svla.org Newly remodeled available 3BR, Nov. 1st. No pets. $650/mo + dep. & ref. 815-499-0930

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industry trends and get in touch with potential partners.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Clear the air. If there is discord among the people you live with, you need to conduct a serious dialogue in order to remedy the situation. Don’t ignore the obvious.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Curtail your spending habits.

Putting some money into a longterm investment will lessen your temptation to overspend. You should also set up a reasonable budget and stick to it.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Don’t pass on a chance to travel. Keep your passport and personal papers up to date so that you will be ready to go at a moment’s notice.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Someone around you will not give a true assessment of a situation you face. Discreet inquiries will enable you to find out the truth. Don’t be too free with your personal information.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can accomplish plenty if you put in overtime at work. Not only will you clear your schedule, you can gain recognition from your superiors and bring in extra cash.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- You will gain more respect and help if you treat your partners as equals.

Whether at home or at work, people appreciate fairness as well as praise.

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Opportunities come and go quickly. Keep up to date with

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An emotional attachment to

a co-worker is likely to cause mistrust and dissatisfaction among your other colleagues.

Keep your mind on the job, not on who’s watching you.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Children will have a positive effect on your day. New relationships are possible if you participate in family-oriented events or activities. Get out and enjoy what your community has to offer.

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For inspiration, consider learning a new language, doing some painting or taking part in a discussion group that offers cultural information.

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Jewelry Galore!!

Hours 9-4 Closed Wed.

WOOSUNG GARAGE SALES 624 Fri. Sat. Sun. 9-5 700 Central lawnmower, 4 sets of lg. wooden shelves, lg. wall cabinet, sm. kitchen appliances, crafts, ceramics, lots of books, & other misc. items

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES 705 I Buy: Antique furniture, fishing tackle, toys, post cards junk. 815-445-6151

APPLIANCES

710

Maytag H/D computer touch control stackable W & D, 220 Volt. $200 815-946-3845

BICYCLES

715

Bicycle 26” boy's, $25. 815-626-7770

HOBBIES & CRAFTS

740

Sell your crafts!

Booth fee $10-$20 month.

Call/text 815-441-3141 for details.

Between Friendz in Morrison

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Large selection of Men & Women's winter coats

4BR, 1.5 ba. 1 car garage. No pets. $700/mo. + dep.

Washington, 713 Dixon. Call 815973-3078.

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WOOD / FUEL

SEASONED firewood. $75 per level pickup load, covered. 815-2884302 or 815-2984315. No delivery.

FURNITURE

755

All Mattress Sets New in plastic.

Twin $99, Full $129, qu. $159, King $259. W/ Warr. Can deliver.

815-703-3688 Free Loveseat, You haul. Flexsteel, good cond., 815994-2962 Mattress sets: Twin $99, Full $129, Queen $159, King $199. Will deliver! Kern Mattress Outlet, call 309452-7477.

MSRP ....................... $21,050 DISCOUNT ................... $1,050 MFG REBATE ............... $1,500

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$18,500* 14 VW JETTA HYBRID SE STK#EE7923

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$25,315* 14 VW GOLF 2.5 L STK#EE8011

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MISCELLANEOUS 796 FOR SALE

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.

Large blooming Swedish & English ivy. $8 815-2849906

TOOLS & MACHINERY

792

Homelite Chain Saw XL12 21” chain + new chain w/ case $50 815508-2585

Lg. Bird Cage, very nice, good cond., $80 352638-1344 Lg. coffee table, white marble, perfect cond. $100 815-625-0355 Log Cabin for hunters. Toilet, stove, heater and refrigerator, all isolated easy to move. $1,500 815-994-3339 Maytag Gas Dryer works great. $50 815-456-2175

WANT TO BUY 795

Newer radio/cassette/CD/record player plays: 45, 33 1/3 & 78's. With antique cabinet $65 815-946-4094

Golden Doodles ready now.

Apricot & sugar. $600. 563-2127307

Cash 4 Gold Silver, Coins & Antiques 815-564-9061

Newer ZX1 Kodak pocket video camera, no batteries. $25 815-288-7882

Lab pups AKC fox red & yellow. Top pointing lines. Vet work done. $350.

815-718-3084

Want to buy- silver and gold coins and scrap.

Pay top price! Will come to you if need be.

815-625-0966

One post hole digger in very good cond. $10.

815-626-0832

PETS & PET SUPPLIES 775

Wanted: Tea Cup size Chihuahua, adult, short hair, reasonably priced or free 815-5649022 after 2:00.

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 & GARDEN

781

Cub Cadet garden tractor, 54” deck, power steering, new bat., clutch, blades.

Hydro., $775 Call 815-6251606 PUSH Great States Mower, Lawn sightly used, $15/ obo 815-626-6203

MSRP ....................... $21,085 DISCOUNT ................... $1,060 MFG REBATE ............... $1,750

TICKETS / TRAVEL 787 & EVENTS

746

EXERCISE EQUIPMENT

785

Aeropilates Per272 w/ former manual, DVD, $100 815-626-2600

MISCELLANEOUS 796 FOR SALE $3 house plants: Bridal veil, spider, Wandering Jew, plus 815-284-9906 2 piece Knotty Pine Hutch - very nice!

23 ½” Wx73” $90 815-622-9818 21” high-23” round pecan wood lamp table w/ marble insert $50 815-6250355 330 sq. ft. of 12" x 12" Light Beige Porcelain Tile. 22 boxes of 15 tiles. $200 OBO. 815213-0166 5HP, upright chipper. Cuts 3 ½” or smaller. $150 815-625-1606 Antique rose Deglasspression ware, set of 11, $45. 815-626-2600 Child's wood/ metal snow sled, 42”, good for décor. $10 815-6260832 Dark Wood Hutch glass door/ w/ drawer exc. cond. $90. 815-622-9818 Hospital Bed, aureclining, tomatic excellent condition. $75 815-772-3224 Invacare Pronto M51 electric scooter, new batteries, $500/obo 815-9739978

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$18,275*

Patio table, 42” round, white glass top, $10. 4 red/wht patio chairs $10/all Desk chair $10, oak high chair $25.

815-652-4310.

Please help, Found 4 kittens need good indoor homes. Call 815499-4042 Pro-Tech 10” Miter saw, like new, hardly used, $55 815-772-3224 PY-1275 Gamo whisper air rifle w/ noise reducer 1200 FPS. W/ HD case!

Like new. $200 815-625-8423 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 Twin, full, queen, king beds. 3pc.

Dbl. rec. sectional, dryer, recliner, gas stove, sofa, upright chest, washer.

815-718-4385 Voigelzang boxwood stove Model BX-42E. $75. 815973-6671 Wicker Furniture, set of 5 pieces. $100 815-6222600

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2 yr old. Merino pure bred stud ram $250 815441-3395 Grass alfalfa mix, sm. square bales. $4/ea. No rain exc. qual.815-772-2879

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MSRP ....................... $27,860 DISCOUNT ................... $1,391 MFG REBATE ............... $1,500

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601 IL Route 2, Dixon, IL 61021 Hours: Monday - Friday: 9am - 6pm Saturday: 9am - 3pm

$19,923* *Tax, title, license & doc fees not included. Dealer not responsible for errors. Offer Expires 10-31-14.

855

Grain Vac, super 510 chrome/vac, STD. Stored inside. $4,500 815-4999598

CLASSIC CARS

904

1949 Buick Roadmaster 4 Dr. Ready to paint, good mechanics.

Extra parts car included $5500 obo 815284-3507

AUTOMOBILES

905

NEW REAL DEAL

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 12/31/14 No Commercial Advertising, Pets, Garage Sales, Wood/ Fuel, Tickets/ Travel or Real Estate

1988 Dodge Carovan runs great! Good family or work car. $850 815-994-3339 1994 Lexus 400, roof, AC, sun chrome wheels, sharp car, $3000 obo 815-973-9978 1999 Chevy Prizm Sedan 4dr., new ignition, front tires, brakes, & wheel bearing replaced.

815-303$1500 5244 1999 Chevy Tracker 100,000 mi. Good cond. $2,600. 815-9730843 1999 Oldsmobile Good Aurora. cond. No Rust. Silver. 4Dr. $1,800 815-590-4120 2007 Ford Focus SES, good cond., no rust, 97,500 mi.

815-677$5500 6910 2014 Toyota Camry SE. Excellent condition. Asking 21,000. 815440-3594 Credit Problems?

Bad Credit? No Credit? We might be able to help! If you're looking to buy a vehicle we have many financing options available through qualified lenders. Call Brett Simpson today at 815-2855313. Ken Nelson Auto Plaza. creditautosales dixon.com Always over 100+ vehicles to choose from.

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2005 Yukon Denali XL, loaded, very clean, new brakes & rotors, $12,000 815-298-2046 910

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Hours Mon - Fri 10-6 • Sat 9-3 *Plus tax, title, license & doc fee.

708 First Avenue, Rock Falls 815-622-6655

Buys Of The Week 00 Buick Century 98 Chevy Cavalier

$2,495*

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FARM EQUIPMENT

YOUR 1ST AND 2ND CHANCE DEALER!

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MSRP ........................ $23085 DISCOUNT ................... $1,162 MFG REBATE ............... $1,500

Laying hens, $5/each. One pair of Silver guinea $25 chickens.

815-345-1415.

1986 INTERNA4300, TIONAL DT466 10 speed road ranger, 18' dump box with debris gate and debris tarp. Can bee seen at Weigle Automotive (815)6524620.

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TRUCKS

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POULTRY / SUPPLIES

04 Hyundai Sonata 03 Chevy Venture 99 Dodge Ram 1500 X-Cab 02 Chevy Cavalier 99 Chevy S10 X-Cab 02 Ford Windstar 02 Ford Taurus 04 Mitsubishi Lancer 05 Ford Escape

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01 Dodge Ram Quad Cab 4x4 02 Chevy Blazer 00 Chevy Tahoe 03 Mitsubishi Galant 03 Dodge Stratus 05 Dodge Grand Caravan 04 Hyundai Santa Fe 08 Chrysler PT Cruiser 05 Chevy Malibu

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TRUCKS

910

1999 Dodge quad cab 125k. mi., transmission, ator, battery. great. $4,400 772-2246

1500 4X4. new radiRuns 815-

2000 Chevy S10, regular cab, long bed w. liner, new battery & brakes, runs great! Remote 136k mi. start, $1,850 Call 815288-4106

VANS

911

1999 Ford Econoline E350 XLT extended van, seats 15, seats can be removed. 122K mi., V8, tow pkg. $3,500. 815-4411014

PARTS & ACC.

960

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VEHICLES $100-$500

We Pay the BEST! Guaranteed!

Fastest Pickup All calls answered 7 days a week.

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815-994-0706 815-973-0628

925

Chevy Colorado, GMC Canyon Fiberglass - blackTonneau $350.

815-566-9852

MOTORCYCLES

AUTOS WANTED

935

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tyling: The 2014 RAV4’s styling will be a mirror image of the 2013’s. It’ll repeat the body that came with the redesign, one that traded rounded forms for a more creased, aerodynamic shape. Lost in the redesign was RAV4’s trademark side-hinged cargo door, replaced by a conventional lift-gate.

The 2014 RAV4 will fit nicely within a class that’s moved from junior-truck styling to sleeker, highriding-hatchback looks.

Leaders will again include the 2014 Ford Escape, 2014 Honda CR-V, 2014 Mazda CX-5, and the redesigned 2014 Nissan Rogue.

This fourth-generation RAV4 kept the same basic exterior dimensions as its 2006-2012 predecessor so it remains among the most spacious compact crossovers, with an especially roomy rear seat.

The third-generation’s optional, child-sized third-row seat was discontinued, leaving today’s RAV4 a fivepassenger wagon.

Its dashboard will continue among the more contemporar y in the class and include a 6.1-inchdiameter screen for audio, climate, and available navigation displays. Cabin materials also will remain a high point, with a mix of richly padded and stout plastic surfaces and even French-stitched seams on the seats and instrument panel.

Expect the 2014 RAV4 to reprise a three-model lineup consisting of the base LE, volume-selling XLE, and top-line Limited.

The 2014 RAV4 will fit nicely within a class that’s moved from junior-truck styling to sleeker, high-riding-hatchback looks.

Visual differentiators should remain confined to touches like standard fog lamps and body-colored turn-signal mirrors on XLE and Limited models.

The 2014 LE is likely to return with 17 inch steel wheels with wheel covers while the XLE continues with 17-inch alloys and the Limited with 18-inch alloys.

Mechanical: No mechanical changes are anticipated for the 2014 RAV4. It’ll retain one engine, a 2.5-liter fourcylinder carried over from the third-generation.

Output should remain 179 horsepower and 172 pound-feet of torque (consider torque the real key to acceleration).

The 2.5-liter matches the output of most competing entr y-level four-cylinder engines. And it’s linked to a modern six-speed

automatic transmission with a shift-lever that can be toggled to replicate manual-type gear control.

But the 2014 RAV4 probably will remain slightly heavier than most rivals and continue to suffer mediocre acceleration for merging or passing.

Toyota dropped RAV4’s available V-6 engine with the 2013 redesign and joined a compactcrossover trend toward all-four-cylinder powertrains. But the 2.5liter is not a particularly smooth-running engine.

And lacks some advanced technology found on many competitors, such as direct fuel injection and turbocharging. Toyota probably will continue to direct buyers who want more power – or three rows of seats -- to its midsize, seven-passenger Highlander crossover,

which offers a V-6.

The RAV4’s all-wheeldrive system is fully up-to-date. Available on all three models and called Dynamic Torque Control, it’ll be ordered on about 65 percent of 2014 RAV4s in place of front-wheel drive. Typical of AWD systems in this class, Dynamic Torque Control operates in fuelsaving front-wheel drive until sensors detect tire slip, whereupon power is automatically reapportioned frontto-rear until traction is restored.

Dynamic Torque Control, however, is also designed to enhance grip by reapportioning power during cornering and acceleration. The RAV4 is not intended for serious off-road use (virtually no compact crossover is), but its AWD system does

include a button to lock in a 50/50 front/rear torque split for maximum lowspeed traction.

And Toyota will again include on all 2014 RAV4s a dashboard button that activates Eco and Sport modes. Eco mode is designed to save gas by calming throttle response, remapping shift points, and regulating the air conditioner. Sport mode reduces power-steering assist, sharpens throttle response, and modifies transmission shift points to maintain higher engine rpm. On AWD models, Sport mode also recalibrates front/rear torque distribution as another way to improve handling and control.

The result should again be a compact crossover with road manners that, overall, fall short of the sportiest class leaders, the Escape and CX-5. Expect steering that overreacts to subtle inputs at highway speeds, and a ride that’s stable but a little too hard over big bumps and ruts.

Features: The 2014 RAV4 should again follow a simplified features strategy in which even the LE comes with a nice array of standard amenities and no model has a lengthy options list.

Ever y 2014 RAV4 will again come with USB-iPod and Bluetooth hands-free mobile-phone and musicstreaming connectivity.

Also included will be cruise control, a backup camera that displays on the dashboard screen, and a six-speaker CD audio system with satellite radio.

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