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V-6, Only 63,000 One Owner Miles, X-TRA NICE!

‘14 CHEV. SILVERADO LT 1500 Crew Cab 4x4, blue, one owner, only 1,000 miles! Factory Warranty .. $33,990 ‘14 DODGE RAM H.D. 2500 SLT 4x4, Crew Cab, 6.7 Cummins Diesel, tow pkg., only 21K, Factory Warranty .. $42,990 ‘13 GMC SIERRA DENALI HD 2500 Crew Cab, 4x4, 6.6 Duramax Diesel, LOADED! One Owner, Factory Warranty .. $49,990 ‘12 CHEVY SILVERADO HD 2500 Ext. Cab, 4x4, Z71, towing pkg., 6.0 LT. LOADED! Black...........$29,990 ‘11 DODGE RAM 1500 Crew Cab, 4x4, Outdoorsman, 5.7 Hemi, Tonneau cover, LOADED! Factory Warranty, 1 Owner .. $25,990 ‘11 FORD F-150 XLT Super Crew 4x4, 5.0 V-8, chrome pkg., power everything! One owner, local trade, only 32,000 miles! ........................................................................................................... $27,990

TRUCKS

‘14 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SXT, LOADED! One Owner, Factory Warranty .......................................... $20,990 ‘14 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY TOURING, leather, DVD, LOADED! One Owner, Factory Warranty!.. $23,990

VANS

‘14 CHEVROLET IMPALA LT Limited, moonroof, one owner, Factory Warranty!............................................ $16,990 ‘14 FORD FUSION SE, htd. leather, 2.0 LT Eco Boost, LOADED! 1 Owner, Only 18K mi., Factory Warranty... $21,990 ‘13 CHEV. IMPALA LT, moon, spoiler, loaded, cranberry red, remote start, one owner, Factory Warranty ... $15,990 ‘13 CHEVY MALIBU LT1 eco, moon, remote start, factory warranty, one owner, only 20k............... $19,990 ‘08 BUICK LUCERNE CXL, moon, heated leather, LOADED! Cranberry red, Last Year for 3800 V-6!... $13,990 ‘07 BUICK LA CROSSE CX 3800 V6, only 68,000 one owner miles, Xtra Nice!................................. $9,990 ‘06 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX, moon, leather, 3800 V-6, LOADED! ..................................................... $7,990 ‘03 PONTIAC GRAND AM GT, V-6, moonroof, orange, chrome wheels, only 95K miles! One Owner $6,990

CARS

‘14 POLARIS OUTLAW 90, BRAND NEW! Great For Kids!!! ........................................................... $2,499 ‘09 BUELL BLAST SPT, black, only 2,700 miles!............................................................................. $2,490 ’07 Harley Davidson FLHTP 103 cu. In. V-twin, street guide look-a-like, local trade, only 9600 mi............$9990 ‘06 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHTCU Ultra Classic, X-tra Nice, Local Trade, Like New ....................... $11,990 ‘97 HARLEY DAVIDSON SPORTSTER 1200, Factory Race Bike w/Motor Upgrades, S&S Acc. Local Trade, X-TRA NICE! .. $5,990

MOTORCYCLES & 4-WHEELERS

‘14 Dodge Ram HD 2500 SLT $42,990 ‘11 Dodge Ram 3500 $27,990

Mega Cab Dually 4x4, 6.7 Cummins Diesel, Big Horn Edition, Tow Pkg., One Owner!

DIESEL!

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‘11 GMC Acadia Denali $29,990 ‘14 Chev. Silverado LT 1500 $33,990

AWD

Limited, Moonroof, One Owner Factory Warranty!

ONE OWNER!

4x4, NEW 3.7 Engine w/3-Year 100,000 Warranty!

‘02 Jeep Liberty Sport $6,990

4x4

AWD, Moon, Heated Leater, 3.6 V-6, LOADED! One Owner, Only 35,000 MIles!

‘08 Chev. Equinox Sport $17,990

AWD

Ext. Cab, 4x4, Remote Start, Z71 Package, Only 73,000 MIles!

4x4 ONE OWNER!

with Ramps & Tarp Kit, 14000 Lb. GVW

‘15 Hull 14’ Dump Box Trailer $7,990

NEW!

‘04 Chev. Tahoe Z71 $9,990

4x4, Leather, Moon, DVD, Rear Bucket Seats, 7 Passenger, LOADED! Local Trade!

4x4

Quad Cab, Laramie, Heated Leather, Moon, Navigation, LOADED — ONE OWNER!

‘08 Chev. Silverado 1500 LT 2 $21,990 ‘08 Dodge Ram 1500 $14,990

4x4

NEW ‘15 Hull 14 ft. Dump Box Trailer with Ramps & Tarp Kit, 14000 Lbs. GVW........................... $7,990 NEW ‘15 Hull 18 ft. car trailer, manual tilt w/fenders & elec. brakes, 7000 Lbs. GVW.................... $3,190 NEW ‘14 Hull 22 ft. elec. tilt car trailer w/steel drive over fenders, steel floor decking side mtd. oval LED tail lites. D Rings, 10,000 Lbs. GVW w/brakes on all 4 wheels ................................................... $6,990 NEW ‘14 Hull 18 ft. Car Trailer, electric hyd. tilt with fenders, 7000 Lbs. GVW .............................. $3,990 NEW ‘14 Hull 82 in.x16 ft. Utility Trailer Tandem Axle Ramp Gate, Solid Sides, 7000 Lbs. GVW ... $2,990 NEW ‘15 ATLAS Snow & Auto Combo V-Nose 29 ft. Enclosed Trailer, 102” wide, front & rear ramp doors, silver ...$7,990 NEW ‘15 ATLAS Snow & Auto Combo V-Nose Trailer, 25 ft. Enclosed,102” Wide, Front & Rear Ramp Doors, silver $7,490 NEW ‘14 ATLAS 6x12 Enclosed trailer, side & ramp door w/upgrade pkg. Black ........................... $2,990 NEW ‘14 ATLAS 6x12 Enclosed Trailer, side & ramp door w/upgrade pkg. Silver .......................... $2,990 NEW ‘14 ATLAS 6x10 Enclosed Trailer, side & ramp door w/upgrade pkg. Charcoal .................... $2,790 NEW ‘14 ATLAS 7x14 Tandem Axle Enclosed Trailer, side & ramp door w/upgrade pkg. Black ..... $4,490 ‘13 SHEALTH 8.5 ft. x 24 ft. enclosed trailer, overhead cabinets, 10,000 GVW ............................... $7.990 ‘15 WESCO 5’x10’ Tilt Trailer, treated wood floor, 2990 GVW ......................................................... $1,195

TRAILERS

‘12 CHEV. TRAVERSE LT 2, 7 pass., htd. leather, dual skyscape sunroof, LOADED! 1 owner, black, Factory Warranty ... $22,990 ‘11 GMC ACADIA DENALI, AWD, moon, nav., DVD, heated & cooled seats, LOADED! 1 Owner, Fc’ry Warranty ... $29,990 ‘08 CHEV. EQUINOX SPORT AWD, moon, heated leather, 3.6 V-6, loaded, one owner, only 35K.. $17,990 ‘08 JEEP COMPASS 4X4 X-TRA Nice, Local Trade, Red.................................................................. $9,990 ‘08 FORD ESCAPE XLT V-6, X-TRA nice, only 83k ........................................................................ $10,990 ‘04 CHEV. TAHOE Z71 4x4, leather, moon, DVD, rear bucket seats, 7 pass., LOADED! Local Trade! $9,990 ‘03 GMC YUKON XL 4x4, leather, LOADED! Arizona Rust-Free! ......................................................$9,990 ‘02 JEEP LIBERTY SPORT, 4x4, NEW 3.7 ENGINE w/3 Yr. 100,000 Warranty! ............................... $6,990

SUVs

‘14 Chev. Impala LT $16,990 ‘07 Buick LaCrosse CX 3800 $9,990

ONE OWNER!

‘11 DODGE RAM 3500 Mega Cab Dually 4x4, 6.7 Cummins diesel, Big Horn Edition, tow pkg., one owner $27,990 ‘10 FORD F450 Super Duty Crew Cab 4x4 New 8 Ft. Snow Dawg Stainless Snow Plow w/wings, Switch & Go Dump System w/ 2 Diff. Dump Boxes V-10 ONLY 15,000 miles! One Owner!.................... $47,990 ‘08 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 LT 2, Ext. Cab, 4x4, remote start Z71 pkg., ONLY 73,000 MILES! ..... $21,990 ‘08 DODGE RAM 1500 4x4, Quad Cab Laramie, htd leather, moon, Nav., Loaded, One Owner ....... $14,990 ‘04 CHEVY SILVERADO LT HD 2500, crew cab, 4x4, 6.6 Duramax Diesel, leather, LOADED! ....... $17,990 ‘04 CHEVY SILVERADO Ext. Cab, 4x4, only 130,000 miles ............................................................. $7,990 ‘04 DODGE RAM SLT 1500 4x4, Std. Cab, 8 ft., 5.7 Hemi, Box Trailer Pkg..................................... $8,990

ONE OWNER!

2015 Atlas Snow & Auto Combo V-Nose 29 Foot Enclosed Trailer, 102” wide, $ 7,990 Front & Rear Ramp Doors, Silver

DIESEL!

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2004 Chev. Silverado LT Heavy Duty 2500 Crew C C Cab, b 4 4x4, 4 6 6.6 6D Duramax $ 17,990 Diesel, Leather, LOADED!

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Tim Maurer

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(From left) Jared Gaughan, Austin Fischer, Chase Giedd and Donny Groezinger savor the moment as they hoist the IHSA Class 2A state championship football trophy on Friday, Nov. 28, at Memorial Stadium in Champaign. The undefeated ‘Catz dominated the Maroa-Forsyth Trojans, rolling to a 41-12 victory, bringing EPC its first state title. They returned to a rousing welcome Friday night in Lanark as a packed Eastland High School gymnasium welcomed home the champions. More details and photos inside! (PA photo/Craig Lang)

How Sweet It Is!

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4x4

ONE OWNER!

V-6, Only 63,000 One Owner Miles, X-TRA NICE!

‘14 CHEV. SILVERADO LT 1500 Crew Cab 4x4, blue, one owner, only 1,000 miles! Factory Warranty .. $33,990 ‘14 DODGE RAM H.D. 2500 SLT 4x4, Crew Cab, 6.7 Cummins Diesel, tow pkg., only 21K, Factory Warranty .. $42,990 ‘13 GMC SIERRA DENALI HD 2500 Crew Cab, 4x4, 6.6 Duramax Diesel, LOADED! One Owner, Factory Warranty .. $49,990 ‘12 CHEVY SILVERADO HD 2500 Ext. Cab, 4x4, Z71, towing pkg., 6.0 LT. LOADED! Black...........$29,990 ‘11 DODGE RAM 1500 Crew Cab, 4x4, Outdoorsman, 5.7 Hemi, Tonneau cover, LOADED! Factory Warranty, 1 Owner .. $25,990 ‘11 FORD F-150 XLT Super Crew 4x4, 5.0 V-8, chrome pkg., power everything! One owner, local trade, only 32,000 miles! ........................................................................................................... $27,990

TRUCKS

‘14 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SXT, LOADED! One Owner, Factory Warranty .......................................... $20,990 ‘14 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY TOURING, leather, DVD, LOADED! One Owner, Factory Warranty!.. $23,990

VANS

‘14 CHEVROLET IMPALA LT Limited, moonroof, one owner, Factory Warranty!............................................ $16,990 ‘14 FORD FUSION SE, htd. leather, 2.0 LT Eco Boost, LOADED! 1 Owner, Only 18K mi., Factory Warranty... $21,990 ‘13 CHEV. IMPALA LT, moon, spoiler, loaded, cranberry red, remote start, one owner, Factory Warranty ... $15,990 ‘13 CHEVY MALIBU LT1 eco, moon, remote start, factory warranty, one owner, only 20k............... $19,990 ‘08 BUICK LUCERNE CXL, moon, heated leather, LOADED! Cranberry red, Last Year for 3800 V-6!... $13,990 ‘07 BUICK LA CROSSE CX 3800 V6, only 68,000 one owner miles, Xtra Nice!................................. $9,990 ‘06 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX, moon, leather, 3800 V-6, LOADED! ..................................................... $7,990 ‘03 PONTIAC GRAND AM GT, V-6, moonroof, orange, chrome wheels, only 95K miles! One Owner $6,990

CARS

‘14 POLARIS OUTLAW 90, BRAND NEW! Great For Kids!!! ........................................................... $2,499 ‘09 BUELL BLAST SPT, black, only 2,700 miles!............................................................................. $2,490 ’07 Harley Davidson FLHTP 103 cu. In. V-twin, street guide look-a-like, local trade, only 9600 mi............$9990 ‘06 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHTCU Ultra Classic, X-tra Nice, Local Trade, Like New ....................... $11,990 ‘97 HARLEY DAVIDSON SPORTSTER 1200, Factory Race Bike w/Motor Upgrades, S&S Acc. Local Trade, X-TRA NICE! .. $5,990

MOTORCYCLES & 4-WHEELERS

‘14 Dodge Ram HD 2500 SLT $42,990 ‘11 Dodge Ram 3500 $27,990

Mega Cab Dually 4x4, 6.7 Cummins Diesel, Big Horn Edition, Tow Pkg., One Owner!

DIESEL!

4x4, Crew Cab, 4x4, 6.6 Cummins Diesel, Tow Pkg., Only 21,000 MIles, Factory Warranty!

4x4

ONE OWNER!

DIESEL!

Crew Cab, 4x4, Blue, One Owner, ONLY 1,000 MILES!!! Factory Warranty!

ONE OWNER!

4x4

AWD, Moon, Navigation, DVD, Heated & Cooled Seats, LOADED! One Owner, Factory Warranty!

‘11 GMC Acadia Denali $29,990 ‘14 Chev. Silverado LT 1500 $33,990

AWD

Limited, Moonroof, One Owner Factory Warranty!

ONE OWNER!

4x4, NEW 3.7 Engine w/3-Year 100,000 Warranty!

‘02 Jeep Liberty Sport $6,990

4x4

AWD, Moon, Heated Leater, 3.6 V-6, LOADED! One Owner, Only 35,000 MIles!

‘08 Chev. Equinox Sport $17,990

AWD

Ext. Cab, 4x4, Remote Start, Z71 Package, Only 73,000 MIles!

4x4 ONE OWNER!

with Ramps & Tarp Kit, 14000 Lb. GVW

‘15 Hull 14’ Dump Box Trailer $7,990

NEW!

‘04 Chev. Tahoe Z71 $9,990

4x4, Leather, Moon, DVD, Rear Bucket Seats, 7 Passenger, LOADED! Local Trade!

4x4

Quad Cab, Laramie, Heated Leather, Moon, Navigation, LOADED — ONE OWNER!

‘08 Chev. Silverado 1500 LT 2 $21,990 ‘08 Dodge Ram 1500 $14,990

4x4

NEW ‘15 Hull 14 ft. Dump Box Trailer with Ramps & Tarp Kit, 14000 Lbs. GVW........................... $7,990 NEW ‘15 Hull 18 ft. car trailer, manual tilt w/fenders & elec. brakes, 7000 Lbs. GVW.................... $3,190 NEW ‘14 Hull 22 ft. elec. tilt car trailer w/steel drive over fenders, steel floor decking side mtd. oval LED tail lites. D Rings, 10,000 Lbs. GVW w/brakes on all 4 wheels ................................................... $6,990 NEW ‘14 Hull 18 ft. Car Trailer, electric hyd. tilt with fenders, 7000 Lbs. GVW .............................. $3,990 NEW ‘14 Hull 82 in.x16 ft. Utility Trailer Tandem Axle Ramp Gate, Solid Sides, 7000 Lbs. GVW ... $2,990 NEW ‘15 ATLAS Snow & Auto Combo V-Nose 29 ft. Enclosed Trailer, 102” wide, front & rear ramp doors, silver ...$7,990 NEW ‘15 ATLAS Snow & Auto Combo V-Nose Trailer, 25 ft. Enclosed,102” Wide, Front & Rear Ramp Doors, silver $7,490 NEW ‘14 ATLAS 6x12 Enclosed trailer, side & ramp door w/upgrade pkg. Black ........................... $2,990 NEW ‘14 ATLAS 6x12 Enclosed Trailer, side & ramp door w/upgrade pkg. Silver .......................... $2,990 NEW ‘14 ATLAS 6x10 Enclosed Trailer, side & ramp door w/upgrade pkg. Charcoal .................... $2,790 NEW ‘14 ATLAS 7x14 Tandem Axle Enclosed Trailer, side & ramp door w/upgrade pkg. Black ..... $4,490 ‘13 SHEALTH 8.5 ft. x 24 ft. enclosed trailer, overhead cabinets, 10,000 GVW ............................... $7.990 ‘15 WESCO 5’x10’ Tilt Trailer, treated wood floor, 2990 GVW ......................................................... $1,195

TRAILERS

‘12 CHEV. TRAVERSE LT 2, 7 pass., htd. leather, dual skyscape sunroof, LOADED! 1 owner, black, Factory Warranty ... $22,990 ‘11 GMC ACADIA DENALI, AWD, moon, nav., DVD, heated & cooled seats, LOADED! 1 Owner, Fc’ry Warranty ... $29,990 ‘08 CHEV. EQUINOX SPORT AWD, moon, heated leather, 3.6 V-6, loaded, one owner, only 35K.. $17,990 ‘08 JEEP COMPASS 4X4 X-TRA Nice, Local Trade, Red.................................................................. $9,990 ‘08 FORD ESCAPE XLT V-6, X-TRA nice, only 83k ........................................................................ $10,990 ‘04 CHEV. TAHOE Z71 4x4, leather, moon, DVD, rear bucket seats, 7 pass., LOADED! Local Trade! $9,990 ‘03 GMC YUKON XL 4x4, leather, LOADED! Arizona Rust-Free! ......................................................$9,990 ‘02 JEEP LIBERTY SPORT, 4x4, NEW 3.7 ENGINE w/3 Yr. 100,000 Warranty! ............................... $6,990

SUVs

‘14 Chev. Impala LT $16,990 ‘07 Buick LaCrosse CX 3800 $9,990

ONE OWNER!

‘11 DODGE RAM 3500 Mega Cab Dually 4x4, 6.7 Cummins diesel, Big Horn Edition, tow pkg., one owner $27,990 ‘10 FORD F450 Super Duty Crew Cab 4x4 New 8 Ft. Snow Dawg Stainless Snow Plow w/wings, Switch & Go Dump System w/ 2 Diff. Dump Boxes V-10 ONLY 15,000 miles! One Owner!.................... $47,990 ‘08 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 LT 2, Ext. Cab, 4x4, remote start Z71 pkg., ONLY 73,000 MILES! ..... $21,990 ‘08 DODGE RAM 1500 4x4, Quad Cab Laramie, htd leather, moon, Nav., Loaded, One Owner ....... $14,990 ‘04 CHEVY SILVERADO LT HD 2500, crew cab, 4x4, 6.6 Duramax Diesel, leather, LOADED! ....... $17,990 ‘04 CHEVY SILVERADO Ext. Cab, 4x4, only 130,000 miles ............................................................. $7,990 ‘04 DODGE RAM SLT 1500 4x4, Std. Cab, 8 ft., 5.7 Hemi, Box Trailer Pkg..................................... $8,990

ONE OWNER!

2015 Atlas Snow & Auto Combo V-Nose 29 Foot Enclosed Trailer, 102” wide, $ 7,990 Front & Rear Ramp Doors, Silver

DIESEL!

Tim Gross

2004 Chev. Silverado LT Heavy Duty 2500 Crew C C Cab, b 4 4x4, 4 6 6.6 6D Duramax $ 17,990 Diesel, Leather, LOADED!

4x4

Tim Maurer

Monday - Friday 9am-5pm • Saturday 9am-Noon

*D Does not includee Tax,, Title,, Lic. or DOC fee. See Dealer for details. Dealer not responsible p for pricing p g errors. Rattes as low as 1.5%! Must qualify for financing to receiv ive th the llowestt ratee.

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BUSINESS HOURS:

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855-499-HEAT

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The Village of Milledgeville pursues projects for its Tax Increment Finance District.

Page A2

TIF plans for Milledgeville

That’s how much the City of Savanna and the West Carroll School District will receive from a Safe Routes to School grant. Page A5

In Northwest Illinois, we’re doing a fairly good job of complying with the state’s sunshine laws. But is it good enough? Page A10

OK with OMA?

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VOLUME 78 NUMBER 38

ECRWSS PRESORTED STANDARD U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT #1 LANARK, IL

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 3, 2014

Postal Customer

Copyright 2014 Shaw Media

(From left) Jared Gaughan, Austin Fischer, Chase Giedd and Donny Groezinger savor the moment as they hoist the IHSA Class 2A state championship football trophy on Friday, Nov. 28, at Memorial Stadium in Champaign. The undefeated ‘Catz dominated the Maroa-Forsyth Trojans, rolling to a 41-12 victory, bringing EPC its first state title. They returned to a rousing welcome Friday night in Lanark as a packed Eastland High School gymnasium welcomed home the champions. More details and photos inside! (PA photo/Craig Lang)

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Village of Milledgeville makes future plans for TIF District MILLEDGEVILLE — Village President Galen Wirth reported at the Tax Increment Finance meeting, held prior to the regular meeting of year ending April 30, the fund had a beginning balance of $262,946 and received another $381,633. Interest in the amount of $980 was also recorded.

Wirth listed expenses of $97,853, which included legal fees, engineering, reimbursements, paving, well 5 maintenance and other minor expenses. At year end, Wirth said the village had $547,706 in the downtown-area TIF account.

The next item was the second TIF, which is the Industrial Park area. He said the village had some legal fees apply, which was likely

related to conducting the TIF report.

There was farm rent received, so the

would like “a local company” to be awarded the jobs and agreed that

end. The TIF meeting was adjourned at 7:05 p.m.

company and see if they would do the projects.

Trustee John Helms said a project he would like to do is order the remaining street lights for Main Avenue. “They take a while to get and this way we would have them when we need them,” Helms added. Other board members felt that would be a good idea, since they may be discontinued or cost more in the future.

Police Chief Jim Haag said he thinks the village should add sewer lining to the TIF project list, along with redoing the two blocks of Main Avenue.

Wirth reported he was contacted by Mike Leslie, Willett

Regular meeting After an update from the prior TIF meeting, Wirth asked if the Trustees had thought of any other projects that could be pursued with TIF money before the TIF expires.

He said the village did not get the water looping grant, so that project could be done if all the problem areas were within the TIF district. the other three blocks of Main Avenue by the end of the year or we could add that to the list,” Wirth said. The trustees agreed that they

work better. Wirth will investigate.

Resolution 759 to support the Target store in Clinton, Iowa was wants to close that particular store and Clinton is trying to keep it open.

The mayor of Clinton asked area

This Holiday Season

meeting Oct. 13 at Milledgeville Brethren Church.

The Country Clovers 4-H Club combined with the Hotshots to bring the membership to nine. Members had a meet-and-greet session, discussed the snack. There were three demonstrations on entomology.

To join the group, call Jessica Hollewell at 815-238-9457.

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CHADWICK – ChadwickAchievers met Nov. 5. The club won best window display for “most original” and “best new member message.” It was decided to order club T-shirts. Members will meet Wednesday for the Christmas pizza party.

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check on the downtown sidewalk project. There is a stop sign that still needs to be installed, and the street lights haven’t been received.

Wirth said there is a step by the bank that he feels will be a tripping hazard for residents. He would like to paint it yellow and see if that helps. Greg Miller, maintenance supervisor, suggested contacting Brown Construction to see if there

towns to help support their store.

The resolution passed unanimously.

Enforcement of the snow shoveling policy was mentioned. Haag said the policy states that after the snow stops, residents have 6 hours to shovel the sidewalks at their home or business. He said he will talk to people and let them know the policy, and if they don’t comply they will be ticketed.

Clerk Christy Ottens informed the board that she published the wrong dates for the December meeting. Rather than Dec. 8 and 22, the meeting dates will be Dec. 1 and 15.

She apologized for the error and will post the correct dates around town.

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Village of Milledgeville makes future plans for TIF District MILLEDGEVILLE — Village President Galen Wirth reported at the Tax Increment Finance meeting, held prior to the regular meeting of year ending April 30, the fund had a beginning balance of $262,946 and received another $381,633. Interest in the amount of $980 was also recorded.

Wirth listed expenses of $97,853, which included legal fees, engineering, reimbursements, paving, well 5 maintenance and other minor expenses. At year end, Wirth said the village had $547,706 in the downtown-area TIF account.

The next item was the second TIF, which is the Industrial Park area. He said the village had some legal fees apply, which was likely

related to conducting the TIF report.

There was farm rent received, so the

would like “a local company” to be awarded the jobs and agreed that

end. The TIF meeting was adjourned at 7:05 p.m.

company and see if they would do the projects.

Trustee John Helms said a project he would like to do is order the remaining street lights for Main Avenue. “They take a while to get and this way we would have them when we need them,” Helms added. Other board members felt that would be a good idea, since they may be discontinued or cost more in the future.

Police Chief Jim Haag said he thinks the village should add sewer lining to the TIF project list, along with redoing the two blocks of Main Avenue.

Wirth reported he was contacted by Mike Leslie, Willett

Regular meeting After an update from the prior TIF meeting, Wirth asked if the Trustees had thought of any other projects that could be pursued with TIF money before the TIF expires.

He said the village did not get the water looping grant, so that project could be done if all the problem areas were within the TIF district. the other three blocks of Main Avenue by the end of the year or we could add that to the list,” Wirth said. The trustees agreed that they

work better. Wirth will investigate.

Resolution 759 to support the Target store in Clinton, Iowa was wants to close that particular store and Clinton is trying to keep it open.

The mayor of Clinton asked area

This Holiday Season

meeting Oct. 13 at Milledgeville Brethren Church.

The Country Clovers 4-H Club combined with the Hotshots to bring the membership to nine. Members had a meet-and-greet session, discussed the snack. There were three demonstrations on entomology.

To join the group, call Jessica Hollewell at 815-238-9457.

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CHADWICK – ChadwickAchievers met Nov. 5. The club won best window display for “most original” and “best new member message.” It was decided to order club T-shirts. Members will meet Wednesday for the Christmas pizza party.

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Wirth said there is a step by the bank that he feels will be a tripping hazard for residents. He would like to paint it yellow and see if that helps. Greg Miller, maintenance supervisor, suggested contacting Brown Construction to see if there

towns to help support their store.

The resolution passed unanimously.

Enforcement of the snow shoveling policy was mentioned. Haag said the policy states that after the snow stops, residents have 6 hours to shovel the sidewalks at their home or business. He said he will talk to people and let them know the policy, and if they don’t comply they will be ticketed.

Clerk Christy Ottens informed the board that she published the wrong dates for the December meeting. Rather than Dec. 8 and 22, the meeting dates will be Dec. 1 and 15.

She apologized for the error and will post the correct dates around town.

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After the hog was killed, and bled, the internal organs and guts were removed. Most of the time the hog was hung in a tree close to the house so it

was handy to work with. Sometimes the alley in the farm’s corn crib was used. They were great places to work because of the wide open space.

The old saying when butchering a hog was, “Everything on a hog was used, except the oink.” And that was pretty much the truth.

After the hog was killed and bled, they would scald the carcass in a kettle of hot water. This was done so the hair could be scraped off with a hog scraper. Then the hide could be used for different things. If it was a young hog, the hide would be tanned and the leather used. The hair was used for making brushes and other things. The hide is also where pork rinds come from, deep fried in lard.

The carcass was then hoisted up so it was ready to be cut up and processed. This was an all-day job in most cases. Hogs in the old days had more fat on them than they do now.

The fat was all carefully removed, thrown into a kettle and cooked on low heat to render it into lard. The bits of meat left over are called cracklin’s and are tasty on salads.

Lard was very important in many uses on the farm. For one, it was used in the kitchen like Crisco and corn oil is today. But lard is so

ing like a good head cheese sandwich.

As I said, canned meat is one of my favorites.

Canning meat is as simple as cutting up the meat into cubes, putting it in canning jars, and pressure canning them. This is the tastiest way to preserve meat. You can use different seasonings in it, or leave it plain.

If you had unexpected company drop over, it was Hogs being butchered as they hang from a the best and easiest tripod. meal to make on think for a moment about how it short notice. used to be. Think about all the time When my wife, Catherine, and it used to take for a family to process its own meat, and everything that butcher and canned many quarts of went along with it. pork from that hog. That evening we I also think hogs from the old had one quart that did not seal, so traditional way of raising them I made some noodles with canned tasted better. They were raised pork for supper. Catherine had never outside, fed all the scraps from the had canned pork before, so after we house and skim milk, oats and corn were done with our portion, I asked made into what a lot of farms called her how she liked it. She promptly slop or swill for the hogs. said it tasted like more, so we had Hogs used to be called the seconds! We still can several batches mortgage lifters on the farm because of meat each year; pork, beef and they grew so fast and ate just about chicken. They make such a healthy, anything you threw in front of them. quick meal when you’re in a hurry. They were ready for market in less So next time you go to the than a year, just in time to make the grocery store to pick up a package mortgage payment. or two of your favorite cut of meat, Blessings to you all.

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By Marc Gravert Butchering an animal may not be your idea of a pleasant day, but it meant fresh meat for the family to consume for their hearty meals.

And, as hard as they worked in the old days, they needed good food.

Butchering day was more of an event at the farm. It took a crew of people, mostly family, but often involved friends and neighbors, too.

Chickens were butchered most any time of the year, as needed. It didn’t take long to butcher a chicken or two. Many a chicken lost its life Saturday morning for the meal on Sunday after church.

I personally never liked to butcher because of the idea of ending an animal’s life, but that is what the good Lord gave us animals for; to use, but not abuse. A good life on the farm and treated well, then a quick death. Not bad for the farm animals.

Hogs were probably the secondmost butchered animal on the farm.

Hogs grew fast and yielded much more meat than a chicken. They tasted so much better, in my book. But butchering a hog was a big task. Hogs weighed several hundred pounds, and that was far more than one man could handle. Butchering was almost always done in the fall or winter time so it

the basement for future use. Now think about all that meat you had, all from one pig. It could be near one hundred pounds of fresh meat!

Storage was always a challenge because, before electricity, you didn’t have freezers. A lot of meat was cured on the farm. Some was smoked, mostly the hams, bacon and sausage links. Some was salt-cured, which was just drying and packing the meat in salt. Some was lardcured, which is putting the meat in layers in a crock and pouring lard over it for storage. Another way to store the meat was to can it. Other than smoking, this is my favorite.

All the leftover trimmings and small pieces were used to make the sausage links. So what was used to make the casings for the sausage, you ask? Well, the intestines from the hog were taken out, and washed out really good. This is the long tube used to stuff sausage into. Most meat grinders had a sausage tube attachment. You would slide the intestine casings over the tube and, as you ground the meat, it would push and pack the casings with meat.

You would then twist the casings or knot it every six to eight inches, making your link. The sausages were then hung in the smoke house, along with the other meat to cure for later use. Nothing better than home smoked hams and sausage for a winter meal!

As mentioned earlier, everything was used on a hog when it was butchered. Ever heard of pickled pigs feet? Even the head of the hog was utilized. The head often times was boiled down in the kettle, and all the meat was then cut off. Jowls had lots of meat on them and were very good also. This was all thrown into the pot and cooked down. Gelatin was added to it. This was all then poured into loaf pans when ready.

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pie crusts and also was used to fry up that Sunday chicken.

After the lard was rendered down, some was poured into stoneware crocks and stored covered in

Dale Schultz Owner

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Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014

Sales - Transfers - FOID Cards

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was handy to work with. Sometimes the alley in the farm’s corn crib was used. They were great places to work because of the wide open space.

The old saying when butchering a hog was, “Everything on a hog was used, except the oink.” And that was pretty much the truth.

After the hog was killed and bled, they would scald the carcass in a kettle of hot water. This was done so the hair could be scraped off with a hog scraper. Then the hide could be used for different things. If it was a young hog, the hide would be tanned and the leather used. The hair was used for making brushes and other things. The hide is also where pork rinds come from, deep fried in lard.

The carcass was then hoisted up so it was ready to be cut up and processed. This was an all-day job in most cases. Hogs in the old days had more fat on them than they do now.

The fat was all carefully removed, thrown into a kettle and cooked on low heat to render it into lard. The bits of meat left over are called cracklin’s and are tasty on salads.

Lard was very important in many uses on the farm. For one, it was used in the kitchen like Crisco and corn oil is today. But lard is so

ing like a good head cheese sandwich.

As I said, canned meat is one of my favorites.

Canning meat is as simple as cutting up the meat into cubes, putting it in canning jars, and pressure canning them. This is the tastiest way to preserve meat. You can use different seasonings in it, or leave it plain.

If you had unexpected company drop over, it was Hogs being butchered as they hang from a the best and easiest tripod. meal to make on think for a moment about how it short notice. used to be. Think about all the time When my wife, Catherine, and it used to take for a family to process its own meat, and everything that butcher and canned many quarts of went along with it. pork from that hog. That evening we I also think hogs from the old had one quart that did not seal, so traditional way of raising them I made some noodles with canned tasted better. They were raised pork for supper. Catherine had never outside, fed all the scraps from the had canned pork before, so after we house and skim milk, oats and corn were done with our portion, I asked made into what a lot of farms called her how she liked it. She promptly slop or swill for the hogs. said it tasted like more, so we had Hogs used to be called the seconds! We still can several batches mortgage lifters on the farm because of meat each year; pork, beef and they grew so fast and ate just about chicken. They make such a healthy, anything you threw in front of them. quick meal when you’re in a hurry. They were ready for market in less So next time you go to the than a year, just in time to make the grocery store to pick up a package mortgage payment. or two of your favorite cut of meat, Blessings to you all.

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By Marc Gravert Butchering an animal may not be your idea of a pleasant day, but it meant fresh meat for the family to consume for their hearty meals.

And, as hard as they worked in the old days, they needed good food.

Butchering day was more of an event at the farm. It took a crew of people, mostly family, but often involved friends and neighbors, too.

Chickens were butchered most any time of the year, as needed. It didn’t take long to butcher a chicken or two. Many a chicken lost its life Saturday morning for the meal on Sunday after church.

I personally never liked to butcher because of the idea of ending an animal’s life, but that is what the good Lord gave us animals for; to use, but not abuse. A good life on the farm and treated well, then a quick death. Not bad for the farm animals.

Hogs were probably the secondmost butchered animal on the farm.

Hogs grew fast and yielded much more meat than a chicken. They tasted so much better, in my book. But butchering a hog was a big task. Hogs weighed several hundred pounds, and that was far more than one man could handle. Butchering was almost always done in the fall or winter time so it

the basement for future use. Now think about all that meat you had, all from one pig. It could be near one hundred pounds of fresh meat!

Storage was always a challenge because, before electricity, you didn’t have freezers. A lot of meat was cured on the farm. Some was smoked, mostly the hams, bacon and sausage links. Some was salt-cured, which was just drying and packing the meat in salt. Some was lardcured, which is putting the meat in layers in a crock and pouring lard over it for storage. Another way to store the meat was to can it. Other than smoking, this is my favorite.

All the leftover trimmings and small pieces were used to make the sausage links. So what was used to make the casings for the sausage, you ask? Well, the intestines from the hog were taken out, and washed out really good. This is the long tube used to stuff sausage into. Most meat grinders had a sausage tube attachment. You would slide the intestine casings over the tube and, as you ground the meat, it would push and pack the casings with meat.

You would then twist the casings or knot it every six to eight inches, making your link. The sausages were then hung in the smoke house, along with the other meat to cure for later use. Nothing better than home smoked hams and sausage for a winter meal!

As mentioned earlier, everything was used on a hog when it was butchered. Ever heard of pickled pigs feet? Even the head of the hog was utilized. The head often times was boiled down in the kettle, and all the meat was then cut off. Jowls had lots of meat on them and were very good also. This was all thrown into the pot and cooked down. Gelatin was added to it. This was all then poured into loaf pans when ready.

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CAPITOL REPORT retirement system of the State, any unit of local government or school district, or any agency or instrumentality thereof, shall be an enforceable

Judge gets it right on pension reform bill Last Friday, Judge John Belz of Sangamon County Circuit Court ruled that Illinois Pension Reform Bill, Senate Bill 1, was unconstitutional. Both my predecessor, former state Rep. Jim Sacia, and I voted against the bill. Jim voted against it in May 2013, and I voted against it when it came up in veto session the following December.

Belz ruled the law unconstitutional based on The Pension Protection Clause in the Illinois Constitution, which states that “membership in any pension or

of which shall not be diminished or impaired.” In his ruling, Belz writes that the bill diminishes and impairs the pensions by reducing the compounded automatic annual increase amounts that some pension members receive, by reducing annuity payments, and by raising the retirement age.

He goes on to say that “the Act without question diminishes and in State retirement systems” and that “protection against the diminishment is absolute and without exception.”

While the defendants argue that the state has the right to exercise writes that “the Pension Protection Clause contains no exception, restriction or limitation for an exercise of the State’s police powers or reserved sovereign powers.” He

By State Rep. Brian Stewart, 89th District

concludes by saying that “the State of Illinois made a constitutionally protected promise to its employees Under established and uncontroverted Illinois law, the State of Illinois cannot break this promise.”

While I couldn’t put those statements in as eloquent legalese as Belz does, those statements sum up my thoughts on the pension bill pretty well. The state made a promise, and it doesn’t matter how good or bad you think that promise is, it’s a promise, and the state owes it to its hard-working employees to keep its promises. This isn’t a new issue, either – according to Eric Madiar, chief legal counsel to Senate President John Cullerton, it’s been going on since 1917.

Madiar says that “in 1917, the Illinois Pension Laws Commission warned State leaders in a report that the retirement systems were nearing ‘insolvency’ and ‘moving toward crisis’because of the state’s failure to properly fund the systems.” Illinois

problem. The state has known about it since 1917, and little has been done to remedy the snowballing debt. It has consistently neglected to fund pensions that it promised to its employees.

So where does the court’s ruling leave us? First, the bill will need to be tried in the Illinois Supreme Court, and hopefully that will happen sooner rather later. If the Supreme Court upholds Judge Belz’s ruling, expect a credit downgrade for the state. The court ruling is in favor of employees, but it still leaves the making.

All is not gloom and doom, however. The pension system needs believe that the new governor-elect and the leaders from both the Illinois House and Senate can work together to create a bill that remedies the State’s pension debt and still fulSuch a bill will mean all hidden agendas are left out of the mix and both legislators and the governor

work together for the good of the people, not for the good of their own desires. I could see a pension reform bill that revamped pension plans for new hires, possibly even offering a 401K type plan. Current employee plans would remain the same, or they could be given the option of choosing to switch to the new plan if they thought it would remain unchanged. “[The Constitution] is an instrument for the people to restrain the government — lest it come to dominate our lives and interests,” Patrick Henry once said, referring, of course, to the United States Constitution, but the sentiment can be applied to the Illinois Constitution.

It is an instrument for we the people of Illinois to restrain the government and hold them to their promises.

As always, you can reach me or Sally at 815-232-0774 or email us at repstewart@gmail.com. You can also visit my website at www. repbrianstewart.com or follow me on Facebook, Twitter, and Google Plus.

Letters and Commentary The far left’s emboldened totalitarian impulses

By Bill Wilson NetRightDaily.com The modus operandi of America’s far left isn’t subtle: It’s all about “taking.” Money, property, privacy, speech, guns – you name it. Everywhere we look, the foundational underpinnings of our once-free, once-prosperous society are being encroached upon by government’s emboldened totalitarian impulses.

Which brings us to the No. 1 thing they are taking from us: control – over our lives, our livelihoods and our children.

For the American people the arc toward totalitarianism has been accompanied by unsustainable government debt, soaring dependency, economic stagnation and the steady decline of individual liberty. For those in charge, though, it’s meant more money, more power and more patronage.

Author Jason Mattera had the audacity to walk into a public building in Washington, D.C., recently teers of this totalitarianism – Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid – how he managed to become a multimillionaire in the service of the public.

Reid refused to respond to Mattera’s questions, but one of his henchmen did – grabbing the author and violently pinning him up against a wall.

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Sadly, this sort of thuggish, Third World behavior shouldn’t surprise us. After all, Barack Obama’s Justice Department Bill Wilson didn’t care that Fox News reporter James Rosen was a reporter when it decided to spy on him – just like it spied on reporters and editors at three Associated Press bureaus in an effort to identify the outlet’s sources. Far from representing a living, breathing set of principles that government is sworn to uphold, the First Amendment has become an obstacle to surmount. Not just a relic, a nuisance.

Just ask U.S. Rep. Jim Clyburn,

who in the aftermath of the 2011 shooting of U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords remarked that America needed to “rethink parameters on free speech.”

The left never lets a crisis go to waste – especially if that crisis involves guns. In Connecticut, for example, Gov. Daniel Malloy wants to require parents who homeschool their children to periodically present them before government panels so their “social and emotional learning needs” can be assessed. The stated excuse for such an invasive policy? The perpetrator of the Sandy Hook Elementary schooled by his parents.

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Interested persons must respond by 4 p.m. on January 14, 2015.

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CAPITOL REPORT retirement system of the State, any unit of local government or school district, or any agency or instrumentality thereof, shall be an enforceable

Judge gets it right on pension reform bill Last Friday, Judge John Belz of Sangamon County Circuit Court ruled that Illinois Pension Reform Bill, Senate Bill 1, was unconstitutional. Both my predecessor, former state Rep. Jim Sacia, and I voted against the bill. Jim voted against it in May 2013, and I voted against it when it came up in veto session the following December.

Belz ruled the law unconstitutional based on The Pension Protection Clause in the Illinois Constitution, which states that “membership in any pension or

of which shall not be diminished or impaired.” In his ruling, Belz writes that the bill diminishes and impairs the pensions by reducing the compounded automatic annual increase amounts that some pension members receive, by reducing annuity payments, and by raising the retirement age.

He goes on to say that “the Act without question diminishes and in State retirement systems” and that “protection against the diminishment is absolute and without exception.”

While the defendants argue that the state has the right to exercise writes that “the Pension Protection Clause contains no exception, restriction or limitation for an exercise of the State’s police powers or reserved sovereign powers.” He

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concludes by saying that “the State of Illinois made a constitutionally protected promise to its employees Under established and uncontroverted Illinois law, the State of Illinois cannot break this promise.”

While I couldn’t put those statements in as eloquent legalese as Belz does, those statements sum up my thoughts on the pension bill pretty well. The state made a promise, and it doesn’t matter how good or bad you think that promise is, it’s a promise, and the state owes it to its hard-working employees to keep its promises. This isn’t a new issue, either – according to Eric Madiar, chief legal counsel to Senate President John Cullerton, it’s been going on since 1917.

Madiar says that “in 1917, the Illinois Pension Laws Commission warned State leaders in a report that the retirement systems were nearing ‘insolvency’ and ‘moving toward crisis’because of the state’s failure to properly fund the systems.” Illinois

problem. The state has known about it since 1917, and little has been done to remedy the snowballing debt. It has consistently neglected to fund pensions that it promised to its employees.

So where does the court’s ruling leave us? First, the bill will need to be tried in the Illinois Supreme Court, and hopefully that will happen sooner rather later. If the Supreme Court upholds Judge Belz’s ruling, expect a credit downgrade for the state. The court ruling is in favor of employees, but it still leaves the making.

All is not gloom and doom, however. The pension system needs believe that the new governor-elect and the leaders from both the Illinois House and Senate can work together to create a bill that remedies the State’s pension debt and still fulSuch a bill will mean all hidden agendas are left out of the mix and both legislators and the governor

work together for the good of the people, not for the good of their own desires. I could see a pension reform bill that revamped pension plans for new hires, possibly even offering a 401K type plan. Current employee plans would remain the same, or they could be given the option of choosing to switch to the new plan if they thought it would remain unchanged. “[The Constitution] is an instrument for the people to restrain the government — lest it come to dominate our lives and interests,” Patrick Henry once said, referring, of course, to the United States Constitution, but the sentiment can be applied to the Illinois Constitution.

It is an instrument for we the people of Illinois to restrain the government and hold them to their promises.

As always, you can reach me or Sally at 815-232-0774 or email us at repstewart@gmail.com. You can also visit my website at www. repbrianstewart.com or follow me on Facebook, Twitter, and Google Plus.

Letters and Commentary The far left’s emboldened totalitarian impulses

By Bill Wilson NetRightDaily.com The modus operandi of America’s far left isn’t subtle: It’s all about “taking.” Money, property, privacy, speech, guns – you name it. Everywhere we look, the foundational underpinnings of our once-free, once-prosperous society are being encroached upon by government’s emboldened totalitarian impulses.

Which brings us to the No. 1 thing they are taking from us: control – over our lives, our livelihoods and our children.

For the American people the arc toward totalitarianism has been accompanied by unsustainable government debt, soaring dependency, economic stagnation and the steady decline of individual liberty. For those in charge, though, it’s meant more money, more power and more patronage.

Author Jason Mattera had the audacity to walk into a public building in Washington, D.C., recently teers of this totalitarianism – Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid – how he managed to become a multimillionaire in the service of the public.

Reid refused to respond to Mattera’s questions, but one of his henchmen did – grabbing the author and violently pinning him up against a wall.

When Mattera protested that he was a member of the media, the henchman replied, “I don’t care if

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Sadly, this sort of thuggish, Third World behavior shouldn’t surprise us. After all, Barack Obama’s Justice Department Bill Wilson didn’t care that Fox News reporter James Rosen was a reporter when it decided to spy on him – just like it spied on reporters and editors at three Associated Press bureaus in an effort to identify the outlet’s sources. Far from representing a living, breathing set of principles that government is sworn to uphold, the First Amendment has become an obstacle to surmount. Not just a relic, a nuisance.

Just ask U.S. Rep. Jim Clyburn,

who in the aftermath of the 2011 shooting of U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords remarked that America needed to “rethink parameters on free speech.”

The left never lets a crisis go to waste – especially if that crisis involves guns. In Connecticut, for example, Gov. Daniel Malloy wants to require parents who homeschool their children to periodically present them before government panels so their “social and emotional learning needs” can be assessed. The stated excuse for such an invasive policy? The perpetrator of the Sandy Hook Elementary schooled by his parents.

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To be considered for nomination as a candidate for the office of Director, nominees must provide proof of residency or ownership of land located within the boundaries of the District.

Interested persons must respond by 4 p.m. on January 14, 2015.

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Savanna, West Carroll get money for Wacker Road repairs $160,000 from state for Illinois Safe Routes to School project

By MICHAEL MILLER For Prairie Advocate SAVANNA – The Savanna City Council took action to proceed with several infrastructure projects, including the Wacker Road repair project, the Safe Routes to School project and the anticipated 2017 street project, at the council’s Nov. 25 meeting at 333 Chicago Avenue.

But on Saturday, Nov. 29, the city heard good news from Gov. Pat Quinn, who announced Illinois has been awarded a $5.9 million federal investment to create Illinois Safe Routes to School. This federally funded program is designed to enable and encourage children to walk and bike to school by creating a safe environment.

The City of Savanna and the West Carroll School District CUSD 314 will receive $160,000 to construct a new sidewalk along Wacker Road and Will and Hickory Streets.

58 projects statewide encompass safety efforts such as repair and new construction of sidewalks, pedestrian countdown signals, speed feedback signs and equipment for police to ensure students’ safety when walking and biking to school.

Water/Sewer/Refuse/Streets and Alleys Chairman Bill Robinson delivered a lengthy report during which he discussed the committee’s recommendations and plans detailed the Safe Routes to School project, which is estimated to cost $231,247, with the city assuming approximately $71,274 and the balance funded by an IDOT grant.

The $160,000 Safe Routes grant will burden.

This project will entail, among

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other things, construction of sidewalk along the north side of Wacker Road on Route 84 to Cedar Street, ADA ramps at each intersection, driveway replacements along the way, and street crossings at the school, including stop lights. Robinson said that it would be best to do the projects at the same time, because the sidewalks that would be put in under the Safe Routes project would need to be taken out if the Wacker Road project was done later, since that latter effort would necessarily change the elevation of the sidewalks.

The mayor noted that they should know by spring of 2015 if the city would get the $1.1 million IDOT grant, and that either way, they would proceed with the survey, and that the hopes were for both projects to be done in 2016-2017.

Robinson reported that the estimated cost of the Wacker Road project would be $2,034,545, with a potential IDOT grant chipping in $1,155,245, and the City contributing $879,000. The work would

entail removing pavement west of Wacker Road, excavations which would facilitate better drainage, and diverting the water away from homes and businesses in the area.

Robinson said the committee recommended allowing Sharon Pepin of Community Funding and Planning to proceed with the grant application, and that area businesses Elkay and MacLean Fogg have contributed letters of support.

Mayor Tony McCombie said that Pepin was optimistic about the chances for receiving the grant.

Construction would not begin until the 2016/2017 budget year, with public ways funds, and possibly the capital improvement fund, as well as the potential grant.

Alderman Christine Lee questioned whether these expenses might preclude other street repair in the city. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Am I going to say to my ward, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;sorry, there will be no street repair this year because all the money has been spent on Wacker Roadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;?â&#x20AC;?

Public Works Superintendent

John Lindeman responded, â&#x20AC;&#x153;No, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been promising people for a year and a half that we would be doing a sizable street project. We these other neighborhoods and pick some of the streets that need it.â&#x20AC;? He said heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d shoot for next year for the street work, knowing that Wacker wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be started until fall of 2015.

Financing, the Superintendent donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a million and a quarter sitting around. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to have to be funded through loans to do this work, so I guess weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to have to determine how much we want to go into debt and how long we want to pay it off.â&#x20AC;?

Lee wondered if acting tonight would commit the city to not only the grant but the city portion.

McCombie said that they could turn down the grant, from what she had learned, but that â&#x20AC;&#x153;1.1 million dollars doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t come around very often,â&#x20AC;? and that MSA Engineering had opined that they felt the city would most likely never do this

project if they didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do it now.

Alderman Ray Skiles said that the public would most likely drive down Wacker Road and think it was not that bad a road, and question why this road was being worked upon when other, worse roads, were not. He said the public needed to be informed about the overall plan so as to answer these questions.

McCombie tried to clarify the scope of the plans. â&#x20AC;&#x153;By the end of 2017, you would be looking at all of Wacker Road, all of Bowen, being done, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d have new water mains, storm sewers - these are huge impact things that are going to be visible to the public . . . youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not going to make everybody happy with every project. As a city, we are going to have some rate increases, out of water/sewer, however, we have to do something with our infrastructure.

We canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be scared and put all our eggs in this sewer plant and stop all business in town because of this. We have to continue to grow.â&#x20AC;?

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Savanna, West Carroll get money for Wacker Road repairs $160,000 from state for Illinois Safe Routes to School project

By MICHAEL MILLER For Prairie Advocate SAVANNA â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Savanna City Council took action to proceed with several infrastructure projects, including the Wacker Road repair project, the Safe Routes to School project and the anticipated 2017 street project, at the councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Nov. 25 meeting at 333 Chicago Avenue.

But on Saturday, Nov. 29, the city heard good news from Gov. Pat Quinn, who announced Illinois has been awarded a $5.9 million federal investment to create Illinois Safe Routes to School. This federally funded program is designed to enable and encourage children to walk and bike to school by creating a safe environment.

The City of Savanna and the West Carroll School District CUSD 314 will receive $160,000 to construct a new sidewalk along Wacker Road and Will and Hickory Streets.

58 projects statewide encompass safety efforts such as repair and new construction of sidewalks, pedestrian countdown signals, speed feedback signs and equipment for police to ensure studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; safety when walking and biking to school.

Water/Sewer/Refuse/Streets and Alleys Chairman Bill Robinson delivered a lengthy report during which he discussed the committeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recommendations and plans detailed the Safe Routes to School project, which is estimated to cost $231,247, with the city assuming approximately $71,274 and the balance funded by an IDOT grant.

The $160,000 Safe Routes grant will burden.

This project will entail, among

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other things, construction of sidewalk along the north side of Wacker Road on Route 84 to Cedar Street, ADA ramps at each intersection, driveway replacements along the way, and street crossings at the school, including stop lights. Robinson said that it would be best to do the projects at the same time, because the sidewalks that would be put in under the Safe Routes project would need to be taken out if the Wacker Road project was done later, since that latter effort would necessarily change the elevation of the sidewalks.

The mayor noted that they should know by spring of 2015 if the city would get the $1.1 million IDOT grant, and that either way, they would proceed with the survey, and that the hopes were for both projects to be done in 2016-2017.

Robinson reported that the estimated cost of the Wacker Road project would be $2,034,545, with a potential IDOT grant chipping in $1,155,245, and the City contributing $879,000. The work would

entail removing pavement west of Wacker Road, excavations which would facilitate better drainage, and diverting the water away from homes and businesses in the area.

Robinson said the committee recommended allowing Sharon Pepin of Community Funding and Planning to proceed with the grant application, and that area businesses Elkay and MacLean Fogg have contributed letters of support.

Mayor Tony McCombie said that Pepin was optimistic about the chances for receiving the grant.

Construction would not begin until the 2016/2017 budget year, with public ways funds, and possibly the capital improvement fund, as well as the potential grant.

Alderman Christine Lee questioned whether these expenses might preclude other street repair in the city. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Am I going to say to my ward, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;sorry, there will be no street repair this year because all the money has been spent on Wacker Roadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;?â&#x20AC;?

Public Works Superintendent

John Lindeman responded, â&#x20AC;&#x153;No, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been promising people for a year and a half that we would be doing a sizable street project. We these other neighborhoods and pick some of the streets that need it.â&#x20AC;? He said heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d shoot for next year for the street work, knowing that Wacker wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be started until fall of 2015.

Financing, the Superintendent donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a million and a quarter sitting around. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to have to be funded through loans to do this work, so I guess weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to have to determine how much we want to go into debt and how long we want to pay it off.â&#x20AC;?

Lee wondered if acting tonight would commit the city to not only the grant but the city portion.

McCombie said that they could turn down the grant, from what she had learned, but that â&#x20AC;&#x153;1.1 million dollars doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t come around very often,â&#x20AC;? and that MSA Engineering had opined that they felt the city would most likely never do this

project if they didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do it now.

Alderman Ray Skiles said that the public would most likely drive down Wacker Road and think it was not that bad a road, and question why this road was being worked upon when other, worse roads, were not. He said the public needed to be informed about the overall plan so as to answer these questions.

McCombie tried to clarify the scope of the plans. â&#x20AC;&#x153;By the end of 2017, you would be looking at all of Wacker Road, all of Bowen, being done, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d have new water mains, storm sewers - these are huge impact things that are going to be visible to the public . . . youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not going to make everybody happy with every project. As a city, we are going to have some rate increases, out of water/sewer, however, we have to do something with our infrastructure.

We canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be scared and put all our eggs in this sewer plant and stop all business in town because of this. We have to continue to grow.â&#x20AC;?

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Ice skating coming soon to Point Rock Park

By LYNNETTE FORTH For Prairie Advocate

Bergren spoke of the water and sewer committee meeting, stating

MOUNT CARROLL — The residents of Mount Carroll can expect to see an ice rink at Point Rock Park in the near future. Alderman Joe Grimm reported at the Nov. 25 regular council meeting that the rink will be assembled as soon as the city crew has time to work on it.

Alderman Doug Bergren reported on the Nov. 19 meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission, noting that there are some signs that need to be replaced at various locations, especially at the Caroline Mark Home. Vandals have also destroyed the sign at the library for the second time. It was suggested to attach the sign to the building if space can be found.

Mount Carroll’s Sesquicentennial is in 2017, with the Historic Preservation Commission volunteering for a few projects, and residents are encouraged to help out as well.

During the police committee meeting, aldermen gave approval to Chief of Police Fred Cass to hire John Looney of Chadwick as a part time

take place in the future, and that the estimate for the sewer lining project has been reduced, leaving some extra money to be used.

Alderman Tom Charles noted

police report was also reviewed.

monetary distributions as presented. The tax levy ordinance was approved. Committee members would like to see someone from Mount Carroll attend the Carroll County Leadership program next year. Holiday bonuses for city employees were approved.

Attorney Coplan reported that West State and Miller Street vacant properties as early as one week. “The expense is primarily demolition.

That is always a loss. Legal costs depend on the circumstances, it can be a long drawn out process.”

Sharon Pepin of Community Funding and Planning Services gave a presentation of the sewer lining project bills and grant request information for councils approval. Once the necessary paperwork is signed and completed, the city should receive grant funds in approximately 3 weeks.

Once funds are available, checks will be written to Hoerr Construction for $97,500 from a Community Development Assistance Program grant, and $16,329.50 from city funds; MSA Professional Services, $9,600 from city funds; and Community Funding and Planning Services, $2,900

from a CDAP grant.

Aldermen approved two ordinances: 2014-11-3, addressing the payment of cable television franchise fees in the city of Mount Carroll; and 2014-11-4, tax levy.

Mayor Carl Bates said he has been approached by the mayor

of Clinton, Iowa, wanting Mount Carroll’s support in keeping their Target store open. Bates sent a letter advising the city’s support.

“I would rather have patrons buy in town, but we do support Target staying open,” Bates said.

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Attention: Carroll County High School Students Interested in a Law Enforcement Career

Carroll County Crime Stoppers is looking for a few good high school students interested in “Taking a Bite Out Of Crime” and law enforcement. Any Carroll County high school student interested is asked to stop by Crime Stoppers Open House during the Mt. Carroll Christmas Walk on December 6th between 10am and 2pm.

WHO: Carroll County Crime Stoppers Open House WHERE: 114 W. Market Street, Mt. Carroll WHEN: Saturday, December 6, 2014, 10am-2pm Please stop and join us to learn about the Crime Stoppers team and have some refreshments. Everyone is welcome to stop by.

For additional information please contact: Mike Siciliano, 815-493-6148

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Ice skating coming soon to Point Rock Park

By LYNNETTE FORTH For Prairie Advocate

Bergren spoke of the water and sewer committee meeting, stating

MOUNT CARROLL — The residents of Mount Carroll can expect to see an ice rink at Point Rock Park in the near future. Alderman Joe Grimm reported at the Nov. 25 regular council meeting that the rink will be assembled as soon as the city crew has time to work on it.

Alderman Doug Bergren reported on the Nov. 19 meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission, noting that there are some signs that need to be replaced at various locations, especially at the Caroline Mark Home. Vandals have also destroyed the sign at the library for the second time. It was suggested to attach the sign to the building if space can be found.

Mount Carroll’s Sesquicentennial is in 2017, with the Historic Preservation Commission volunteering for a few projects, and residents are encouraged to help out as well.

During the police committee meeting, aldermen gave approval to Chief of Police Fred Cass to hire John Looney of Chadwick as a part time

take place in the future, and that the estimate for the sewer lining project has been reduced, leaving some extra money to be used.

Alderman Tom Charles noted

police report was also reviewed.

monetary distributions as presented. The tax levy ordinance was approved. Committee members would like to see someone from Mount Carroll attend the Carroll County Leadership program next year. Holiday bonuses for city employees were approved.

Attorney Coplan reported that West State and Miller Street vacant properties as early as one week. “The expense is primarily demolition.

That is always a loss. Legal costs depend on the circumstances, it can be a long drawn out process.”

Sharon Pepin of Community Funding and Planning Services gave a presentation of the sewer lining project bills and grant request information for councils approval. Once the necessary paperwork is signed and completed, the city should receive grant funds in approximately 3 weeks.

Once funds are available, checks will be written to Hoerr Construction for $97,500 from a Community Development Assistance Program grant, and $16,329.50 from city funds; MSA Professional Services, $9,600 from city funds; and Community Funding and Planning Services, $2,900

from a CDAP grant.

Aldermen approved two ordinances: 2014-11-3, addressing the payment of cable television franchise fees in the city of Mount Carroll; and 2014-11-4, tax levy.

Mayor Carl Bates said he has been approached by the mayor

of Clinton, Iowa, wanting Mount Carroll’s support in keeping their Target store open. Bates sent a letter advising the city’s support.

“I would rather have patrons buy in town, but we do support Target staying open,” Bates said.

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Baileyville Christmas Trees 200 S. Pearl Street — Baileyville, IL • 815-233-9084 Located just off Montague Road between Hwy 26 and Baileyville Road. Follow the signs.

OPENING FRIDAY, NOV. 29th • 8:00 A.M. HOURS: FRI., SAT., SUN. 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

CUT YOUR OWN

6 varieties of trees starting at $30.00 ALSO OFFERING

Attention: Carroll County High School Students Interested in a Law Enforcement Career

Carroll County Crime Stoppers is looking for a few good high school students interested in “Taking a Bite Out Of Crime” and law enforcement. Any Carroll County high school student interested is asked to stop by Crime Stoppers Open House during the Mt. Carroll Christmas Walk on December 6th between 10am and 2pm.

WHO: Carroll County Crime Stoppers Open House WHERE: 114 W. Market Street, Mt. Carroll WHEN: Saturday, December 6, 2014, 10am-2pm Please stop and join us to learn about the Crime Stoppers team and have some refreshments. Everyone is welcome to stop by.

For additional information please contact: Mike Siciliano, 815-493-6148

FREE ag GiftrBthe fo Kids!

HANDMADE WREATHS, ROPING & BARN QUILTS

Enjoy Complimentary Cider & Cookies while you browse the gift shop for unique ornaments & gifts.

“NOW ACCEPTING DEBIT & CREDIT CARDS!

SALE STARTS SUNDAY!

Mt. Carroll Christmas Walk: SAT., DEC. 6 Good Samaritan Society

CHRISTMAS BAKE SALE

8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Mount Carroll Community House 101 N. Main Street

SS Cathering & John

BAKE SALE

9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Complimentary Tea & Coffee

shops@glenview 116 E. Market Street

Strolling Dickens Character - 10am-2 pm Downtown STORY TIME

PICTURES WITH SANTA

with Father Christmas 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Refreshments followed by Kids Crafts Mount Carroll Township Public Library 208 N. Main Street

11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Santa & Mrs. Claus Welcome You! Carroll County Senior Center

NATIVITY TOUR

LETTERS FROM SANTA

1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall will be filled w/ Nativity Scenes - Coffee & Cookies 216 S. Main Street

11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Drop off your child’s letter to Santa & Santa will mail one back by Dec. 24th dabluz boutique 116 E. Market Street

WCHS AFTER-PROM FUND RAISER

GIFT WRAPPING

9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

BSD Printing & Red Gate Embroidery 110 E. Market Street

TIMES VIDEO-RADIO SHACK

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Most Major Credit Cards Accepted A RadioShack Franchise. Offers/prices not available in all stores. Please Inquire.

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Chadwick-Milledgeville CUSD 399 board synopsis MILLEDGEVILLE — The school board approved adoption of a preliminary 2014-15 tax levy at its Nov. 17 meeting. Copies of the levy will be available in the Milledfor public review.

The proposed levy is less than 5 percent and does not require a truth in taxation hearing. Superintendent Tim Schurman said he expected to see an actual 1 percent increase in EAV, “which we desperately need in light of diminishing revenues from the state.”

The board reviewed the 2014 School Report Cards. Links to the new report cards are on the district website, www.dist399.net.

The board agreed to hold its retreat at 5 p.m.Jan. 28 in the Milledgeville High School library. Strategic plan, facilities, athletic coops, and cost cutting will be discussed.

The board approved the application and membership joint agreement in the Northern Illinois Independent Purchasing Cooperative. Schurman reported that membership in the cooperative will allow the district to take advantage of lower food and commodity prices. “There is buying power in numbers and there are numerous schools throughout the region that are members of this cooperative,” Schurman said.

Smart Energy Design Assistance Center Level 2 Energy Assessment and Feasibility Report for the Chadwick and Milledgeville buildings was reviewed. SEDAC provides energy assessments to eligible private and public facilities in Illinois. Schurman reported that the proposed energy saving projects may qualify for state grants that have recently become available.

Possible energy saving projects include cleaning and tuning the boilers, installing new air conditioners, installing new energy-saving light sors, and installing computer-run energy managements systems.

Proposed changes to the Milledgeville High School English curriculum were approved. The high school English Department has proposed the following new courses: Foundation in Reading/Writing, Multi-Cultural Literature, Creative Writing, Poetry, and Fantasy Novels as new electives.

Next, the board discussed the merits of going to a seven-period schedule at Milledgeville High School starting next school year.

Principal Brian Maloy noted that going to a seven-period day would allow for longer class periods, more guided practice time, and it should result in fewer small classes. reading of PRESS Board Policy Update Issue 87. This update includes the following changes: board communication, public records requirements, business management, debt recovery procedures, transportation, food services, EEOC requirements updated, facility management, substitutes, leaves of absence, graduation requirements, bus conduct, administrative procedures, student testing, school medication authorization, and community use of facilities. Many of the changes are minor but a few are substantial changes or entirely new policies.

Schurman reported that fall gate receipts were down slightly compared to last year. “Overall, we brought in $11,732.80 which is

CarrollCarroll County County Farm Bureau Farm Value Bureau Membership Program

Membership Value Program

The following local businesses are offering special discounts to Carroll County Farm Bureau members. Please present your current Farm Bureau membership card at your time of purchase to save!

The following local businesses are offering special discounts to • Perfection Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning, Mt. Carroll– 20% off Carroll County Farm Bureau members. Please present your all carpet & upholstery cleanings current Farm Bureau membership card at your time of pur• Optometric Center, P.C., Savanna– 10% off eyeglasses chase to save!

• True Value, Savanna– 5% off anything.

•• Crouse & Accessories Heating, Mt.at Carroll $5 offMotor any service call 10% offPlumbing of Parts & Eastland Sports, • The Answer, Savanna - $30 off Any New Membership Lanark • New China Restaurant, Savanna - Get an egg roll free when you • spend 10% off a one hourbefore massage $10 or more tax at Healthy Touch Massage & Salon, Mt. Carroll • Mt Carroll Bowling Center, Mt. Carroll - Free shoe rental with purchase of two games • $3 off Quick Lube (not valid with any other discounts) at • Midwest Motors, Savanna –10% off all repair work Milo & Beaver s Services Center, Savanna • Ewers Garage, Milledgeville - $5 off a Premium Oil Change 10% off Total Order (not valid with any otherstandard discounts) at •• Origami Owl~Gina Pauley, (815)499-1175-Free Dairy Queen, Mt. Carroll shipping with a $50 order • Blarney Stone Popcorn, Shannon –Buy 3 medium gourmet • 2 for 1 Green Fees at Oakville Country Club, Mt. Carroll popcorns and get the 4th medium free •• Heirloom Market & Café, Thomson - 5% discount on purchase 10% off Eye Glasses at Optometric, PC., Savanna • Healthy Touch Massage & Salon, Mt. Carroll—10% off 1 Hour • Massage 20% off All Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning at Perfection Carpet & Jazzercise Upholstery(815)985-1510Cleaning, Mt. $5 Carroll • Mt Carroll off initial EFT • agreement 10% off Snapper Lawn & Garden Equipment at Shannon • J&S BodyServices, Shop, Inc, Savanna -10% off of shop labor Marine Shannon • Milledgeville Vet Clinic-$5 off a small animal office visit • 5% off Anything (not valid with any other sales or mark• Mary Kay~Elizabeth Brunner (815)541-0628-5% off any order downs) at True Value, Savanna • Thirty One~Michelle Barnes (815)291-7523-Free shipping with a $50 order • Boltnet.com –10% off all purchases (excluding shipping/ delivery)

down $392.20 from last year.”

Schurman reported that there was excellent attendance at the Parent/Teacher Conference Days, held Oct. 20 and 21, with somewhat better attendance than usual at the high school level.

Malaya gave a report on Career Day activities conducted at Milledgeville High School. He said

students toured factories, did job shadows, and went on college visits.

During the report on educational and legislative issues, Schurman reported that with the recent election of Bruce Rauner as governor, substantial changes could be on the horizon. Changes to the Illinois State Board of Education and in funding priorities are expected.

During the Principal’s Report, Maloy said that the high school mentation of their RtI plan. The K-3 teachers are working on implementing a new behavior intervention plan called PBIS. The next board meeting will be Dec. 15 at 7 p.m. in the Milledgeville High School library.

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Chadwick-Milledgeville CUSD 399 board synopsis MILLEDGEVILLE — The school board approved adoption of a preliminary 2014-15 tax levy at its Nov. 17 meeting. Copies of the levy will be available in the Milledfor public review.

The proposed levy is less than 5 percent and does not require a truth in taxation hearing. Superintendent Tim Schurman said he expected to see an actual 1 percent increase in EAV, “which we desperately need in light of diminishing revenues from the state.”

The board reviewed the 2014 School Report Cards. Links to the new report cards are on the district website, www.dist399.net.

The board agreed to hold its retreat at 5 p.m.Jan. 28 in the Milledgeville High School library. Strategic plan, facilities, athletic coops, and cost cutting will be discussed.

The board approved the application and membership joint agreement in the Northern Illinois Independent Purchasing Cooperative. Schurman reported that membership in the cooperative will allow the district to take advantage of lower food and commodity prices. “There is buying power in numbers and there are numerous schools throughout the region that are members of this cooperative,” Schurman said.

Smart Energy Design Assistance Center Level 2 Energy Assessment and Feasibility Report for the Chadwick and Milledgeville buildings was reviewed. SEDAC provides energy assessments to eligible private and public facilities in Illinois. Schurman reported that the proposed energy saving projects may qualify for state grants that have recently become available.

Possible energy saving projects include cleaning and tuning the boilers, installing new air conditioners, installing new energy-saving light sors, and installing computer-run energy managements systems.

Proposed changes to the Milledgeville High School English curriculum were approved. The high school English Department has proposed the following new courses: Foundation in Reading/Writing, Multi-Cultural Literature, Creative Writing, Poetry, and Fantasy Novels as new electives.

Next, the board discussed the merits of going to a seven-period schedule at Milledgeville High School starting next school year.

Principal Brian Maloy noted that going to a seven-period day would allow for longer class periods, more guided practice time, and it should result in fewer small classes. reading of PRESS Board Policy Update Issue 87. This update includes the following changes: board communication, public records requirements, business management, debt recovery procedures, transportation, food services, EEOC requirements updated, facility management, substitutes, leaves of absence, graduation requirements, bus conduct, administrative procedures, student testing, school medication authorization, and community use of facilities. Many of the changes are minor but a few are substantial changes or entirely new policies.

Schurman reported that fall gate receipts were down slightly compared to last year. “Overall, we brought in $11,732.80 which is

CarrollCarroll County County Farm Bureau Farm Value Bureau Membership Program

Membership Value Program

The following local businesses are offering special discounts to Carroll County Farm Bureau members. Please present your current Farm Bureau membership card at your time of purchase to save!

The following local businesses are offering special discounts to • Perfection Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning, Mt. Carroll– 20% off Carroll County Farm Bureau members. Please present your all carpet & upholstery cleanings current Farm Bureau membership card at your time of pur• Optometric Center, P.C., Savanna– 10% off eyeglasses chase to save!

• True Value, Savanna– 5% off anything.

•• Crouse & Accessories Heating, Mt.at Carroll $5 offMotor any service call 10% offPlumbing of Parts & Eastland Sports, • The Answer, Savanna - $30 off Any New Membership Lanark • New China Restaurant, Savanna - Get an egg roll free when you • spend 10% off a one hourbefore massage $10 or more tax at Healthy Touch Massage & Salon, Mt. Carroll • Mt Carroll Bowling Center, Mt. Carroll - Free shoe rental with purchase of two games • $3 off Quick Lube (not valid with any other discounts) at • Midwest Motors, Savanna –10% off all repair work Milo & Beaver s Services Center, Savanna • Ewers Garage, Milledgeville - $5 off a Premium Oil Change 10% off Total Order (not valid with any otherstandard discounts) at •• Origami Owl~Gina Pauley, (815)499-1175-Free Dairy Queen, Mt. Carroll shipping with a $50 order • Blarney Stone Popcorn, Shannon –Buy 3 medium gourmet • 2 for 1 Green Fees at Oakville Country Club, Mt. Carroll popcorns and get the 4th medium free •• Heirloom Market & Café, Thomson - 5% discount on purchase 10% off Eye Glasses at Optometric, PC., Savanna • Healthy Touch Massage & Salon, Mt. Carroll—10% off 1 Hour • Massage 20% off All Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning at Perfection Carpet & Jazzercise Upholstery(815)985-1510Cleaning, Mt. $5 Carroll • Mt Carroll off initial EFT • agreement 10% off Snapper Lawn & Garden Equipment at Shannon • J&S BodyServices, Shop, Inc, Savanna -10% off of shop labor Marine Shannon • Milledgeville Vet Clinic-$5 off a small animal office visit • 5% off Anything (not valid with any other sales or mark• Mary Kay~Elizabeth Brunner (815)541-0628-5% off any order downs) at True Value, Savanna • Thirty One~Michelle Barnes (815)291-7523-Free shipping with a $50 order • Boltnet.com –10% off all purchases (excluding shipping/ delivery)

down $392.20 from last year.”

Schurman reported that there was excellent attendance at the Parent/Teacher Conference Days, held Oct. 20 and 21, with somewhat better attendance than usual at the high school level.

Malaya gave a report on Career Day activities conducted at Milledgeville High School. He said

students toured factories, did job shadows, and went on college visits.

During the report on educational and legislative issues, Schurman reported that with the recent election of Bruce Rauner as governor, substantial changes could be on the horizon. Changes to the Illinois State Board of Education and in funding priorities are expected.

During the Principal’s Report, Maloy said that the high school mentation of their RtI plan. The K-3 teachers are working on implementing a new behavior intervention plan called PBIS. The next board meeting will be Dec. 15 at 7 p.m. in the Milledgeville High School library.

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Farm Bureau at a glance

By Chastity Welch Carroll County Manager

I

Jailed for your thoughts?

It’s not far-fetched in a nation ruled by liberals Robert F. Kennedy Jr. – who recently argued that those of us who believe global warming “does

WILSON

llinois Farm Bureau has another new membership discount to announce! Peace of Mind Alert

includes one free month of monitoring and no activation fee.

Injuries resulting in falls has long been a health problem for older adults. The National Safety Council estimates that people older than 65 have the highest mortality rate from account for about one-half of deaths due to injury in the elderly.

The Peace of Mind Alert system consists of three parts; the personal

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Farm Bureau Carroll County Farm Bureau members can place up to two (2) free classified ads per week, with a limit of 250 characters per ad (not including spaces). Ads are limited to personal or farm items for sale/wanted to buy, or farm labor or services available or wanted. No ads for the sale or rental of real estate, garage sales, or commercial businesses will be accepted. To place an ad, call the Farm Bureau office at 815- 244-3001 by 4 p.m.

Thursday to get your ad in the following week’s paper.

FS: Electric Snow Thrower $200 815225-7510

center. The personal help button is and should be worn at all times by the type of telephone connection in the home. The master unit immediately calls the response center and within speak to the member over the base

Peace of Mind Alert master unit compatible with all types of tele-

Committee hopes bid for sewer plant work will bring lesser cost on other repairs The Bowen Street Water Main again supplying the details. This work would go from the old “Betty Mom’s” tavern area to the stoplights

and road repairs. The estimated cost He said the committee recommended getting the sewer plant that perhaps a smaller bid could be received from the person who

FS: Large round bales. Alfalfa Brome mix.

No rain, net wrapped, stored inside, can deliver. Nice hay. 815-244-9223 FS: Black Kitchen Aid dishwasher. Very good condition. $100. 815-821-3566 Would the party that borrowed Allen’s manure spreader please give him a call at 815-821-3397 FS: Hay & Straw. Small or big squares and Round bales. 815-499-0463

That’s not really what MalHomeschooling – like other constitutes a clear and present danger to the rising totalitarian the indoctrination of governmentrun education. So naturally the left views anyone who chooses such a path as subversive – and in need of being monitored.

Which leads us to the National Security Agency – and the $2 billion data storage facility center it recently constructed in rural Utah. The purpose of this facility is classified – but Drake says it is being used to histories and online purchase records.

“Technology now affords the ability of a state-sponsored sursaid. “They have an obsessive comcan never get enough.”

Where is all of this leading?

Let’s ask environmental radical

with Robinson commenting that the North ramp is particularly bad.

Robinson also gave the relatively brief Finance Committee mendation to approve the annual

Here’s the thing though: Government doesn’t need to challenge facts such as these. Not when contrary thoughts – or data disputing the myths it uses American people – can simply be criminalized (with offending thinkers thrown in jail).

We are entering a truly dangerous time in the United States right now. So either be careful what you think – or be prepared free thought.

Bill Wilson is a board member of Americans for Limited Government.

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$3 million. He said that the loss of businesses and buildings accounted for this.

Ernie Bates

following ordinances: the annual

John Bickelhaupt

Milledgeville 815-225-7400

Mt. Carroll / Chadwick 815-244-6285

ordinance to adopt and approve an addendum to the MABAS (Mutual tion to authorize the purchase of the ladder truck for the Fire Department.

Council also approved the purchase of signage to be used

by Public Works in situations where plowing of side streets was

Scott Gearing

Randy Johnston

Agency Manager Carroll / Whiteside / Lee 2308 E. Lincolnway, Sterling 815-625-4876

Savanna / Thomson 815-273-4501

would already have their necessary The committee recommended looking at street improvements for

of “a criminal offense ... and ought to be serving time for it.”

Interesting. So does Kennedy believe the researchers at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration – whose data has revealed a nearly two-decade “pause” in global warming – should also be thrown in jail? Or what about the scientists at the National Snow and Ice Data Center – who recently found a

Robinson noted that Savanna’s EAV has dropped ten percent over the last

removing 1280 feet of eight inch 652 feet of 10 inch water main and

FS: Small square bales of Alfalfa hay ($4.50) and wheat straw ($2.50) 815-243-0358

more information. winter months.

Speaking of membership disReady for some family fun? The 2015 Northern Illinois Farm Bureau our local discounts that are provided Bowling Tournament will begin with by businesses throughout the county. registration at 1 p.m. and the tournaIf you own a business and are inter- ment at 2 p.m. Jan. 17 at Forest Hills ested in offering a discount to our Lane in Rockford. Awards will be presented for high scorer in each would be happy to talk to you about division as well as high score in the our program and put together a dis- under 12 and 12 and older division.

Divisions will be determined by your your business and our members. age the day of the tournament. Go to We now have in stock our holi- www.winnebagoboonefarmbureau. org for more information and a registration form.

ists are able to assist with medical large stock of soy candles on hand.

REPAIRS

FS: Big round bales of grass hay. $70/bale 815-225-7824

Everyone loves the smell of a candle

of 600 feet from the base unit – the longest on the market. Their 911 pleaser. As you start your holiday

CONTINUED FROM A5

FS: Boxes of Christmas décor. Wreaths, ornaments, garland & lights. 815-2257510

ing residents within 12 hours that plowing operations would be taking place and to move their cars accordingly. This provision has been in ordinance form for a been utilized to date. She added that the weather.

Rhett Coatney

Lanark / Shannon 815-493-2544

www.prairieadvocate.com • BE A PRAIRIE ADVOCATE • December 3, 2014 • Page A9

Farm Bureau at a glance

By Chastity Welch Carroll County Manager

I

Jailed for your thoughts?

It’s not far-fetched in a nation ruled by liberals Robert F. Kennedy Jr. – who recently argued that those of us who believe global warming “does

WILSON

llinois Farm Bureau has another new membership discount to announce! Peace of Mind Alert

includes one free month of monitoring and no activation fee.

Injuries resulting in falls has long been a health problem for older adults. The National Safety Council estimates that people older than 65 have the highest mortality rate from account for about one-half of deaths due to injury in the elderly.

The Peace of Mind Alert system consists of three parts; the personal

CONTINUED FROM A4

Farm Bureau Carroll County Farm Bureau members can place up to two (2) free classified ads per week, with a limit of 250 characters per ad (not including spaces). Ads are limited to personal or farm items for sale/wanted to buy, or farm labor or services available or wanted. No ads for the sale or rental of real estate, garage sales, or commercial businesses will be accepted. To place an ad, call the Farm Bureau office at 815- 244-3001 by 4 p.m.

Thursday to get your ad in the following week’s paper.

FS: Electric Snow Thrower $200 815225-7510

center. The personal help button is and should be worn at all times by the type of telephone connection in the home. The master unit immediately calls the response center and within speak to the member over the base

Peace of Mind Alert master unit compatible with all types of tele-

Committee hopes bid for sewer plant work will bring lesser cost on other repairs The Bowen Street Water Main again supplying the details. This work would go from the old “Betty Mom’s” tavern area to the stoplights

and road repairs. The estimated cost He said the committee recommended getting the sewer plant that perhaps a smaller bid could be received from the person who

FS: Large round bales. Alfalfa Brome mix.

No rain, net wrapped, stored inside, can deliver. Nice hay. 815-244-9223 FS: Black Kitchen Aid dishwasher. Very good condition. $100. 815-821-3566 Would the party that borrowed Allen’s manure spreader please give him a call at 815-821-3397 FS: Hay & Straw. Small or big squares and Round bales. 815-499-0463

That’s not really what MalHomeschooling – like other constitutes a clear and present danger to the rising totalitarian the indoctrination of governmentrun education. So naturally the left views anyone who chooses such a path as subversive – and in need of being monitored.

Which leads us to the National Security Agency – and the $2 billion data storage facility center it recently constructed in rural Utah. The purpose of this facility is classified – but Drake says it is being used to histories and online purchase records.

“Technology now affords the ability of a state-sponsored sursaid. “They have an obsessive comcan never get enough.”

Where is all of this leading?

Let’s ask environmental radical

with Robinson commenting that the North ramp is particularly bad.

Robinson also gave the relatively brief Finance Committee mendation to approve the annual

Here’s the thing though: Government doesn’t need to challenge facts such as these. Not when contrary thoughts – or data disputing the myths it uses American people – can simply be criminalized (with offending thinkers thrown in jail).

We are entering a truly dangerous time in the United States right now. So either be careful what you think – or be prepared free thought.

Bill Wilson is a board member of Americans for Limited Government.

Back king you up We all know insurance and investing is complicated. That’s why your COUNTRY representative, a person you know and trust, is backed by a team of experts. And COUNTRY team is here to help you with auto, home, life insurance and investments. Call me today to get started.

Investment management, retirement, trust, and planning services provided by COUNTRY Trust Bank® (800) 422-8261. Securities products are offered through COUNTRY® Capital Management Company, Bloomington, IL 61702-2222, Member FINRA/SIPC.

$3 million. He said that the loss of businesses and buildings accounted for this.

Ernie Bates

following ordinances: the annual

John Bickelhaupt

Milledgeville 815-225-7400

Mt. Carroll / Chadwick 815-244-6285

ordinance to adopt and approve an addendum to the MABAS (Mutual tion to authorize the purchase of the ladder truck for the Fire Department.

Council also approved the purchase of signage to be used

by Public Works in situations where plowing of side streets was

Scott Gearing

Randy Johnston

Agency Manager Carroll / Whiteside / Lee 2308 E. Lincolnway, Sterling 815-625-4876

Savanna / Thomson 815-273-4501

would already have their necessary The committee recommended looking at street improvements for

of “a criminal offense ... and ought to be serving time for it.”

Interesting. So does Kennedy believe the researchers at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration – whose data has revealed a nearly two-decade “pause” in global warming – should also be thrown in jail? Or what about the scientists at the National Snow and Ice Data Center – who recently found a

Robinson noted that Savanna’s EAV has dropped ten percent over the last

removing 1280 feet of eight inch 652 feet of 10 inch water main and

FS: Small square bales of Alfalfa hay ($4.50) and wheat straw ($2.50) 815-243-0358

more information. winter months.

Speaking of membership disReady for some family fun? The 2015 Northern Illinois Farm Bureau our local discounts that are provided Bowling Tournament will begin with by businesses throughout the county. registration at 1 p.m. and the tournaIf you own a business and are inter- ment at 2 p.m. Jan. 17 at Forest Hills ested in offering a discount to our Lane in Rockford. Awards will be presented for high scorer in each would be happy to talk to you about division as well as high score in the our program and put together a dis- under 12 and 12 and older division.

Divisions will be determined by your your business and our members. age the day of the tournament. Go to We now have in stock our holi- www.winnebagoboonefarmbureau. org for more information and a registration form.

ists are able to assist with medical large stock of soy candles on hand.

REPAIRS

FS: Big round bales of grass hay. $70/bale 815-225-7824

Everyone loves the smell of a candle

of 600 feet from the base unit – the longest on the market. Their 911 pleaser. As you start your holiday

CONTINUED FROM A5

FS: Boxes of Christmas décor. Wreaths, ornaments, garland & lights. 815-2257510

ing residents within 12 hours that plowing operations would be taking place and to move their cars accordingly. This provision has been in ordinance form for a been utilized to date. She added that the weather.

Rhett Coatney

Lanark / Shannon 815-493-2544

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Audit: Public bodies not posting required info Locally, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re doing a bit better on OMA efforts online

By TOM KOCAL Prairie Advocate TKocal@prairieadvocate.com CARROLL COUNTY â&#x20AC;&#x201C; In this little corner of Illinois, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re doing a fairly good job of complying with Illinoisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; sunshine laws. But itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not good enough.

What would happen if a regular citizen should get frustrated, and what action could they potentially to The Ocala Post, on May 13, two military veterans in Clark County placed an entire county board under citizenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s arrest after they violated the Illinois Open Meetings Act, a Class C misdemeanor.

When asked if there would be public comment, one of the board members said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I vote no,â&#x20AC;? followed The board attorney told the board members they were â&#x20AC;&#x153;free to go,â&#x20AC;? even after the citizenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s arrest announcement. When the sheriff showed up, he did in fact arrest six of the seven board members. One of the board members had voted no

to disallowing public comment, and was not arrested.

The Clark County incident is only one example of several ways in which some public bodies, although inadvertently, may violate the OMA. Another way is through a public bodiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; website.

A collaborative study by the Illinois Press Association and the Citizens Advocacy Center has found that local government websites continue to be among the worst at keeping the public informed. Illinoisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Open Meetings Act requires all public bodies to post and maintain three key pieces of information on their websites: 1) Notice of upcoming meetings, 2) Notice of proposed agendas and, 3) Approved meeting minutes.

According to the study, of the more than 700 public bodies audited, only 73 percent posted notice of upcoming meetings, a mere 57 percent posted proposed agendas, and less than half, 48 percent, complied with the law by posting approved meeting minutes.

In our neck of the woods (the Prairie Advocate distribution area), excluding townships, public bodies record better results in two out of the

More information Read more about the Clark County incident: http://controversialtimes. com/news/two-veteransperform-citizens-arrest-onentire-county-board-theylaugh-until-sheriff-showsup/#ixzz3KHZM7spG three requirements: 99.5 percent of the 17 county, municipal and school websites posted meetings, only 42 percent posted agendas (after the fact agendas, but not prior to the meetings), but 76 percent posted approved minutes.

The collaborative study surveyed an approximate 20 percent random sampling of 102 counties (20), 1,432 townships (298), 866 school districts (176), and 1,312 municipalities (262) in Illinois.

While there are many other categories of special taxing bodies in Illinois, the study focused on those public bodies that have the most obvious impact on peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s daily lives.

Most government officials know that the posting of this information (meeting notices, agendas and approved minutes) to local government websites is a legal requirement.

Discussion about MAPPING program presentation Dec. 9

One Carroll County village website, for example, is a beautiful, easy-to-navigate website, but is not compliant in any of the areas required. In their defense, when you click on â&#x20AC;&#x153;Government,â&#x20AC;? the site states that agendas and minutes are â&#x20AC;&#x153;coming soon.â&#x20AC;?

Locally, only 65 percent are complying with the website notice provision. Notably, municipalities were not very good at posting agendas, as compliance with timely posting of an agenda was 54 percent. Timely website posting of approved meeting minutes dropped to a 38 percent compliance rate.

According to the IPA study, a surprisingly low number of the public bodies surveyed actually maintain a website. The survey showed that of the 756 public bodies surveyed, only 385 have websites (51 percent).

Locally, every public body has a website, except for townships.

Township compliance levels were also low with only 61 percent of those with a website complying with posting notice, 46 percent complying with posting an agenda and 38 percent complying with posting approved meeting minutes.

No Carroll County township even has a website.

County compliance is arguably

the worst performing of the public bodies surveyed. Just 39 percent of counties with websites complied with posting notice, 33 percent posting an agenda, and 33 percent for posting approved meeting minutes.

A+ for area school districts The majority of school districts in the study, 89 percent, posted timely notice. However, timely posting of an agenda was poorer, 69 percent overall. The numbers for timely posting of approved meeting minutes was poorer still at 62 percent.

Locally, school districts do much better. Every school district in Carroll, Whiteside, Stephenson, and Jo Daviess counties post all three required notices in a timely fashion.

The bottom line is simple: Failure to comply in any area should be considered a violation of the Open Meetings Act. Remember, the public is watching.

For more information about the study, contact Illinois Press Association, Josh Sharp, Director of Government Relations, 217-2411300; Citizens Advocacy Center, Maryam Judar, Executive Director, 630-833-4080

Savannaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Christmas Cookie Walk

MOUNT CARROLL CONTINUED FROM A6

Discussion took place over the MAPPING (Management and Planning Programs Involving Nonmetropolitan Groups) program presentation scheduled for the next regular council meeting. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Other communities have participated already. Western Illinois University sponsors the program.

It really gets community residents involved,â&#x20AC;? Bates said. MAPPING is a strategic visioning, planning, and doing process whereby local residents create an action plan for creating the community the goals, strategies and projects necessary to move the community forward as well as plan for implementation.

Having experience in this matter, Pepin strongly urged the city to participate in the program, noting, â&#x20AC;&#x153;It helps to get some of the items off of your to-do list. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great 5-week process.

Many communities in the area have participated and seen great results.

Some towns hold fundraisers, and have sponsors to help cover costs.â&#x20AC;?

Len Anderson advised that the new welcome sign should be installed in the coming days, and recommended putting a thank you in the paper for those that provided sponsorship.

The next meeting is Dec. 9 in City Hall.

SCOTTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ELECTRIC

SCOTT LINDSTROM Owner

ALL KINDS ELECTRICAL WORK HOME â&#x20AC;˘ FARM â&#x20AC;˘ COMMERCIAL

Lanark 493-2711

ABOVE: Sassy Stems employee Jenna McGinnis greets Christmas Walk visitors with a table full of free treats, including spiced wine, Friday in downtown Savanna. LEFT: Cindy Law, Wendy Popkin and Diana Schroeder look over the wide array of cookies available at the Christmas Cookie Walk at the Blackhawk Area Credit Union in Savanna during the walk, sponsored by the Savanna Chamber of Commerce. (PA photos/Michael Miller)

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Audit: Public bodies not posting required info Locally, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re doing a bit better on OMA efforts online

By TOM KOCAL Prairie Advocate TKocal@prairieadvocate.com CARROLL COUNTY â&#x20AC;&#x201C; In this little corner of Illinois, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re doing a fairly good job of complying with Illinoisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; sunshine laws. But itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not good enough.

What would happen if a regular citizen should get frustrated, and what action could they potentially to The Ocala Post, on May 13, two military veterans in Clark County placed an entire county board under citizenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s arrest after they violated the Illinois Open Meetings Act, a Class C misdemeanor.

When asked if there would be public comment, one of the board members said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I vote no,â&#x20AC;? followed The board attorney told the board members they were â&#x20AC;&#x153;free to go,â&#x20AC;? even after the citizenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s arrest announcement. When the sheriff showed up, he did in fact arrest six of the seven board members. One of the board members had voted no

to disallowing public comment, and was not arrested.

The Clark County incident is only one example of several ways in which some public bodies, although inadvertently, may violate the OMA. Another way is through a public bodiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; website.

A collaborative study by the Illinois Press Association and the Citizens Advocacy Center has found that local government websites continue to be among the worst at keeping the public informed. Illinoisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Open Meetings Act requires all public bodies to post and maintain three key pieces of information on their websites: 1) Notice of upcoming meetings, 2) Notice of proposed agendas and, 3) Approved meeting minutes.

According to the study, of the more than 700 public bodies audited, only 73 percent posted notice of upcoming meetings, a mere 57 percent posted proposed agendas, and less than half, 48 percent, complied with the law by posting approved meeting minutes.

In our neck of the woods (the Prairie Advocate distribution area), excluding townships, public bodies record better results in two out of the

More information Read more about the Clark County incident: http://controversialtimes. com/news/two-veteransperform-citizens-arrest-onentire-county-board-theylaugh-until-sheriff-showsup/#ixzz3KHZM7spG three requirements: 99.5 percent of the 17 county, municipal and school websites posted meetings, only 42 percent posted agendas (after the fact agendas, but not prior to the meetings), but 76 percent posted approved minutes.

The collaborative study surveyed an approximate 20 percent random sampling of 102 counties (20), 1,432 townships (298), 866 school districts (176), and 1,312 municipalities (262) in Illinois.

While there are many other categories of special taxing bodies in Illinois, the study focused on those public bodies that have the most obvious impact on peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s daily lives.

Most government officials know that the posting of this information (meeting notices, agendas and approved minutes) to local government websites is a legal requirement.

Discussion about MAPPING program presentation Dec. 9

One Carroll County village website, for example, is a beautiful, easy-to-navigate website, but is not compliant in any of the areas required. In their defense, when you click on â&#x20AC;&#x153;Government,â&#x20AC;? the site states that agendas and minutes are â&#x20AC;&#x153;coming soon.â&#x20AC;?

Locally, only 65 percent are complying with the website notice provision. Notably, municipalities were not very good at posting agendas, as compliance with timely posting of an agenda was 54 percent. Timely website posting of approved meeting minutes dropped to a 38 percent compliance rate.

According to the IPA study, a surprisingly low number of the public bodies surveyed actually maintain a website. The survey showed that of the 756 public bodies surveyed, only 385 have websites (51 percent).

Locally, every public body has a website, except for townships.

Township compliance levels were also low with only 61 percent of those with a website complying with posting notice, 46 percent complying with posting an agenda and 38 percent complying with posting approved meeting minutes.

No Carroll County township even has a website.

County compliance is arguably

the worst performing of the public bodies surveyed. Just 39 percent of counties with websites complied with posting notice, 33 percent posting an agenda, and 33 percent for posting approved meeting minutes.

A+ for area school districts The majority of school districts in the study, 89 percent, posted timely notice. However, timely posting of an agenda was poorer, 69 percent overall. The numbers for timely posting of approved meeting minutes was poorer still at 62 percent.

Locally, school districts do much better. Every school district in Carroll, Whiteside, Stephenson, and Jo Daviess counties post all three required notices in a timely fashion.

The bottom line is simple: Failure to comply in any area should be considered a violation of the Open Meetings Act. Remember, the public is watching.

For more information about the study, contact Illinois Press Association, Josh Sharp, Director of Government Relations, 217-2411300; Citizens Advocacy Center, Maryam Judar, Executive Director, 630-833-4080

Savannaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Christmas Cookie Walk

MOUNT CARROLL CONTINUED FROM A6

Discussion took place over the MAPPING (Management and Planning Programs Involving Nonmetropolitan Groups) program presentation scheduled for the next regular council meeting. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Other communities have participated already. Western Illinois University sponsors the program.

It really gets community residents involved,â&#x20AC;? Bates said. MAPPING is a strategic visioning, planning, and doing process whereby local residents create an action plan for creating the community the goals, strategies and projects necessary to move the community forward as well as plan for implementation.

Having experience in this matter, Pepin strongly urged the city to participate in the program, noting, â&#x20AC;&#x153;It helps to get some of the items off of your to-do list. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great 5-week process.

Many communities in the area have participated and seen great results.

Some towns hold fundraisers, and have sponsors to help cover costs.â&#x20AC;?

Len Anderson advised that the new welcome sign should be installed in the coming days, and recommended putting a thank you in the paper for those that provided sponsorship.

The next meeting is Dec. 9 in City Hall.

SCOTTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ELECTRIC

SCOTT LINDSTROM Owner

ALL KINDS ELECTRICAL WORK HOME â&#x20AC;˘ FARM â&#x20AC;˘ COMMERCIAL

Lanark 493-2711

ABOVE: Sassy Stems employee Jenna McGinnis greets Christmas Walk visitors with a table full of free treats, including spiced wine, Friday in downtown Savanna. LEFT: Cindy Law, Wendy Popkin and Diana Schroeder look over the wide array of cookies available at the Christmas Cookie Walk at the Blackhawk Area Credit Union in Savanna during the walk, sponsored by the Savanna Chamber of Commerce. (PA photos/Michael Miller)

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#1

Congratulations to the Class 2A STATE CHAMPIONS

EPC Wildcatz

CLASS 2A FOOTBALL TEAM Front Row: Sam Ferguson,Dillon Baldauf,Torey Ballard, Gabriel Yenney, Nic Duitsman, Brent Barklow, Cody Kluck, Elizabeth Strock, Tim Harrington, Silas Jacobs. Second Row: Coach Randy Asche, Coach Sean Downey, Coach Kevin Koning, Coach BJ Miller, Coach Todd Marsh.

Third Row: Keegan Schubert, Gavin Carter, Jacob Reuscher, Walter Ollie, John Sligar, Roy Yenney, Jared Gaughan, Payton Clouse, Austin Fischer, Donny Groezinger. Back Row: Eric Schaney, Peyton Asche, Chase Giedd, Deven Heeren, Brighton Haverland, Steven Murphy, Jake Cline, Michael Sheriff, Hayden Keltner.

Nov. 28, 2014

FINAL ROUND:

EPC vs.

Maroa-Forsythe

41-12 (EPC)

City of Lanark

August 29, 2014 September 5, 2014 September 12, 2014 September 19, 2014 September 26, 2014 October 3, 2014 October 10, 2014 October 17, 2014 October 24, 2014 Nov. 1, 2014 1ST ROUND 2A PLAYOFFS: Nov. 8, 2014 2ND ROUND 2A PLAYOFFS: Nov. 15, 2014 QUARTER FINALS: Nov. 22, 2014 SEMI FINALS:

EPC vs.West Carroll EPC vs. Pecatonica EPC vs. Dakota EPC vs. Galena EPC vs. Le-Win EPC vs. Polo EPC vs. Durand EPC vs. South Beloit EPC vs. Forreston EPC vs. Amboy EPC vs. Spring Valley Hall EPC vs. Rock Ridge EPC vs. Fieldcrest

62-0 56-6 44-7 20-0 40-14 45-28 55-0 52-7 54-21 54-6 27-20 44-21 46-33

9-0 Overall Conference (13-0 Wins) • 8-0 NUIC Northwest Conference

Al’s Quality Service, Inc.

Crop Production Exchange State Services Bank

Archer’s Choice Media

Custom Catering & BBQ Scott Heeren

Express Lane #5

Polizzi’s Bella Pizza

Dambman Service, Inc.

GT Auto Plaza

Blair Running Boards

Dancing Pig Floral

Hardacre Home Improvements Bryan Hardacre

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The Prairie Advocate

Lanark Dental Rhett Coatney, Country Financial Agent Clinic, P.C.

Sweitzer Nursery

Lanark Food Center

TeeLee Popcorn

Route No. 73 Brew & Chew, Pearl City

Landmark Homes & Sabbath Center Construction, Inc. Ministries

The Crooked Roof

Meador’s Ag Service, Inc.

Schrader-Koeller Trucking & Tiling

The Cutting Edge

Miller’s Sport Center, Inc.

Shelly Dambman, CPA

The Hollow Fencepost

Northern Illinois Brothers Inn Dollinger JD Automotive Family Restaurant Christmas Tree Farm Diesel

Sloan Implement

Custom Home Builders

John Stevens

Northern Illinois Home & Farm Repairs Plumbing & Heating

Southside Service

The Special Touch

Carroll County Locker

Eastland Feed Lake Carroll Pearl City & Grain, Inc. Clubhouse & Golf Seamless Gutters, Inc.

Southview Car Wash

Village of Shannon

Carroll Service Company

Eastland Motor Sports

Lake Carroll Realty, Inc.

On The Move Fitness Center

Elkay®

Lanark Body Shop

Brinkmeier’s Diehl & Lott Isenhart Realty Plumbing, LLC Construction, Inc.

Burkholder & Son, Inc.

Eastland Fabrication

Prowant Construction

Spahn & Rose Lumber Co.

Volkers Wire Cubbies & Supplies, Inc.

RE/MAX - Town, Standish House Wirtjes Agency Lake & Country Bed & Breakfast

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#1

Congratulations to the Class 2A STATE CHAMPIONS

EPC Wildcatz

CLASS 2A FOOTBALL TEAM Front Row: Sam Ferguson,Dillon Baldauf,Torey Ballard, Gabriel Yenney, Nic Duitsman, Brent Barklow, Cody Kluck, Elizabeth Strock, Tim Harrington, Silas Jacobs. Second Row: Coach Randy Asche, Coach Sean Downey, Coach Kevin Koning, Coach BJ Miller, Coach Todd Marsh.

Third Row: Keegan Schubert, Gavin Carter, Jacob Reuscher, Walter Ollie, John Sligar, Roy Yenney, Jared Gaughan, Payton Clouse, Austin Fischer, Donny Groezinger. Back Row: Eric Schaney, Peyton Asche, Chase Giedd, Deven Heeren, Brighton Haverland, Steven Murphy, Jake Cline, Michael Sheriff, Hayden Keltner.

Nov. 28, 2014

FINAL ROUND:

EPC vs.

Maroa-Forsythe

41-12 (EPC)

City of Lanark

August 29, 2014 September 5, 2014 September 12, 2014 September 19, 2014 September 26, 2014 October 3, 2014 October 10, 2014 October 17, 2014 October 24, 2014 Nov. 1, 2014 1ST ROUND 2A PLAYOFFS: Nov. 8, 2014 2ND ROUND 2A PLAYOFFS: Nov. 15, 2014 QUARTER FINALS: Nov. 22, 2014 SEMI FINALS:

EPC vs.West Carroll EPC vs. Pecatonica EPC vs. Dakota EPC vs. Galena EPC vs. Le-Win EPC vs. Polo EPC vs. Durand EPC vs. South Beloit EPC vs. Forreston EPC vs. Amboy EPC vs. Spring Valley Hall EPC vs. Rock Ridge EPC vs. Fieldcrest

62-0 56-6 44-7 20-0 40-14 45-28 55-0 52-7 54-21 54-6 27-20 44-21 46-33

9-0 Overall Conference (13-0 Wins) • 8-0 NUIC Northwest Conference

Al’s Quality Service, Inc.

Crop Production Exchange State Services Bank

Archer’s Choice Media

Custom Catering & BBQ Scott Heeren

Express Lane #5

Polizzi’s Bella Pizza

Dambman Service, Inc.

GT Auto Plaza

Blair Running Boards

Dancing Pig Floral

Hardacre Home Improvements Bryan Hardacre

(EPC) (EPC) (EPC) (EPC) (EPC) (EPC) (EPC) (EPC) (EPC) (EPC) (EPC) (EPC) (EPC)

The Prairie Advocate

Lanark Dental Rhett Coatney, Country Financial Agent Clinic, P.C.

Sweitzer Nursery

Lanark Food Center

TeeLee Popcorn

Route No. 73 Brew & Chew, Pearl City

Landmark Homes & Sabbath Center Construction, Inc. Ministries

The Crooked Roof

Meador’s Ag Service, Inc.

Schrader-Koeller Trucking & Tiling

The Cutting Edge

Miller’s Sport Center, Inc.

Shelly Dambman, CPA

The Hollow Fencepost

Northern Illinois Brothers Inn Dollinger JD Automotive Family Restaurant Christmas Tree Farm Diesel

Sloan Implement

Custom Home Builders

John Stevens

Northern Illinois Home & Farm Repairs Plumbing & Heating

Southside Service

The Special Touch

Carroll County Locker

Eastland Feed Lake Carroll Pearl City & Grain, Inc. Clubhouse & Golf Seamless Gutters, Inc.

Southview Car Wash

Village of Shannon

Carroll Service Company

Eastland Motor Sports

Lake Carroll Realty, Inc.

On The Move Fitness Center

Elkay®

Lanark Body Shop

Brinkmeier’s Diehl & Lott Isenhart Realty Plumbing, LLC Construction, Inc.

Burkholder & Son, Inc.

Eastland Fabrication

Prowant Construction

Spahn & Rose Lumber Co.

Volkers Wire Cubbies & Supplies, Inc.

RE/MAX - Town, Standish House Wirtjes Agency Lake & Country Bed & Breakfast

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Students from Northwest Academy seed Sunshine Acre Sunshine Acre, a program to help give local youth the tools they need for lifelong success, is coming of age. For the past year, students from Northwest Academy in Elizabeth have been preparing their adopt-an-acre plot at Casper Bluff Land and Water Reserve for planting with native prairie seeds.

Finally, after hours spent clear-

ing the plot and collecting seed, Sunshine Acre was hand-sown with local prairie seed this past November.

“This time next year we will have weeded, picked dried seed, and possibly sown more seeds after it bursts into life next spring and said Michele Cahill, Special Projects Coordinator for the Jo Daviess

Conservation Foundation, a local the natural heritage, scenery, and agricultural character of Jo Daviess County and the surrounding area.

This program is the result of a unique partnership between JoCarroll Energy, CoBank, the NW IL Prairie Enthusiasts, Highland Community College, and JDCF, and

has been sponsored for a second year

by Jo-Carroll Energy and CoBank, a cooperative bank based in Denver.

All facets of the program offer youth rare opportunities to interact with community leaders, employers, volunteer work groups, skilled technicians and educators in an effort to broaden their horizons and assist them into becoming active and successful

members of our rural community.

For more information, contact Christie Trifone-Simon, Director of Development at JDCF at Christie@jdcf.org or 815-858-9100. The in Elizabeth; go to www.jdcf.org or call 815-858-9100 to learn more.

Article submitted by Deb Kelly, JDCF

Thumbs Up in Milledgeville

Week 8 Thumbs Up Winners from Milledgeville Elementary School are Karter Livengood (front left), Zoey Farwell, Jennifer Harrison, and Linnea Thorngren. and Alexander Chaffee (back left) Sye Dodson, Abigail Sturrup, and Owen Rayhorn. (Courtesy of Talisa Pauley)

Owl Prowl at Casper Bluff

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Hours: Mon. 9 am to 7 pm; Tues.-Fri. 9 am to 5 pm; Sat. 9 am to 4 pm; Closing at Noon Christmas Eve

Join Jo-Daviess Conservation Foundation staff and volunteers at 6:30 p.m. Saturday for a new event – an owl prowl Casper Bluff Land and Water Reserve, 870 S. Pilot Knob Road in Galena.

Examine the contents of owl pellets to see what these nocturnal birds of prey eat, then take a night hike through Casper Bluff to identify different owls, like this barred owl, by their calls. Admission is free for all ages. Call 815-858-9100, go to www.jdcf.org or email info@jdcf.org to learn more. (Courtesy of Deb Kelly, JDCF)

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Students from Northwest Academy seed Sunshine Acre Sunshine Acre, a program to help give local youth the tools they need for lifelong success, is coming of age. For the past year, students from Northwest Academy in Elizabeth have been preparing their adopt-an-acre plot at Casper Bluff Land and Water Reserve for planting with native prairie seeds.

Finally, after hours spent clear-

ing the plot and collecting seed, Sunshine Acre was hand-sown with local prairie seed this past November.

“This time next year we will have weeded, picked dried seed, and possibly sown more seeds after it bursts into life next spring and said Michele Cahill, Special Projects Coordinator for the Jo Daviess

Conservation Foundation, a local the natural heritage, scenery, and agricultural character of Jo Daviess County and the surrounding area.

This program is the result of a unique partnership between JoCarroll Energy, CoBank, the NW IL Prairie Enthusiasts, Highland Community College, and JDCF, and

has been sponsored for a second year

by Jo-Carroll Energy and CoBank, a cooperative bank based in Denver.

All facets of the program offer youth rare opportunities to interact with community leaders, employers, volunteer work groups, skilled technicians and educators in an effort to broaden their horizons and assist them into becoming active and successful

members of our rural community.

For more information, contact Christie Trifone-Simon, Director of Development at JDCF at Christie@jdcf.org or 815-858-9100. The in Elizabeth; go to www.jdcf.org or call 815-858-9100 to learn more.

Article submitted by Deb Kelly, JDCF

Thumbs Up in Milledgeville

Week 8 Thumbs Up Winners from Milledgeville Elementary School are Karter Livengood (front left), Zoey Farwell, Jennifer Harrison, and Linnea Thorngren. and Alexander Chaffee (back left) Sye Dodson, Abigail Sturrup, and Owen Rayhorn. (Courtesy of Talisa Pauley)

Owl Prowl at Casper Bluff

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Phone: 815-772-3533 2 Miles South of Morrison on Route 78

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Hours: Mon. 9 am to 7 pm; Tues.-Fri. 9 am to 5 pm; Sat. 9 am to 4 pm; Closing at Noon Christmas Eve

Join Jo-Daviess Conservation Foundation staff and volunteers at 6:30 p.m. Saturday for a new event – an owl prowl Casper Bluff Land and Water Reserve, 870 S. Pilot Knob Road in Galena.

Examine the contents of owl pellets to see what these nocturnal birds of prey eat, then take a night hike through Casper Bluff to identify different owls, like this barred owl, by their calls. Admission is free for all ages. Call 815-858-9100, go to www.jdcf.org or email info@jdcf.org to learn more. (Courtesy of Deb Kelly, JDCF)

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Obituaries John W. Miller John W. Miller , 84, of Fairhaven, a farmer who loved watching the deer pass through his farm, passed away Monday, Nov. 24, 2014, at his home.

John was born Sept. 12, 1930, to Charles and Mildred Ethel (Heide) Miller on the family farm in Fairhaven Township.

He attended country school in rural Fairhaven. John honorably served his country in the Army. On Dec. 14, 1957, he married the love of his life, Judy Knupp, at Fairhaven Methodist Church. Judy passed away Oct. 25, 2013.

John farmed his whole life in rural Fairhaven. He raised hogs and cattle and grew corn until his retirement in 2000. He enjoyed spending his free time carving wood, and he treasured carving special things for friends and family. He loved friends and family visiting him at the farm, as well as his leisurely cruise route where he could see the deer, the countryside and a friend to chat with. Most of all, John loved the time spent surrounded by his family.

John will be dearly missed by his son, Jeff Miller of rural Chadwick; two daughters, Julie Miller of Morrison and Janet (Bernie) Wiersema of Chadwick; Lantz, Jonathan Miller, Matthew

Small Business Saturday in Mount Carroll

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Over 120 Years of Service

Wiersema, and Andrew Wiersema; five great-grandchildren, Jacob and Kyle Lantz, Hunter and Trever Miller, Madalynn and Dorathy; and a sister, Virginia Turnbaugh of Mount Carroll.

John also was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, ABOVE: Discovery Toys consultant Holly Hlubek sells educational toys Saturday at a craft and vendor fair, sponsored by the Mount Carroll Chamber of Commerce to mark Small Business Saturday. Many gift ideas were available at the fair, held at the Community House. Participants also had a chance to win $100 in Chamber Bucks.

LEFT: Jessica Rubio sells “Younique” makeup at the fair.

(PA photos/Lynnette Forth)

Miller.

A private graveside service will be held at the Fairhaven Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Fairhaven Methodist Church.

Anita P. Hanson Anita P. Hanson, age 85, of Savanna, IL, died Saturday, Nov. 29, 2014 at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City, IA. A funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 5 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Savanna. Burial will take place in Evergreen cemetery in Hanover, IL. Visitation will take place from 3 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 4 at Law-Jones Funeral Home in Savanna, with a Rosary Service at 2:30 p.m. prior to the visitation.

New vegetable production series offered by U of I Extension FREEPORT — Scaling Up Vegetable Production, a University of Illinois Extension program, will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays from Jan. 14 to March 18 in the Highland Community College Community Service Building Room 102.

“We’re excited to be offering this series for those who want to move from their backyard to selling at farmers markets or further developing their already established Extension Educator, Local Foods and Small Farms. “This program will give participants information and skills they need to be a success-

Glendenning completes Mutual managers school

ful grower.”

Topics will include basic vegetable management, marketing, business planning, insect and disease overview, soil management, extension. Cost is $100 for the entire program or $15 per session for those who want to pick and choose.

Farm visits and hands-on learning may also be an additional part of the course.

Call 815-235-4125 or go to web. extension.illinois.edu/jsw for more information and to register.

Article submitted by Grant McCarty, U of I Extension Educator

After the meeting, talks were given by Zoe and Izabella Fredericks.

Members also made ornaments for SAVANNA – The Savanna the Festival of Trees.

The next meeting will be the Smiles 4-H Club met Nov. 9 at the Christmas party Dec. 14. There will Community Church. be an ornament exchange for those The club will have a tree at the who would like to participant.

Festival of Trees in Savanna.

Savanna Smiles 4-H club to decorate tree

PLUMBING & HEATING FOR ALL YOUR PLUMBING, HEATING AND COOLING NEEDS!

— Karl Prowant — 303 Rt. 64 W, Lanark, IL

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Grinnell Mutual Vice President of Reinsurance Adam Smith (left) presents Luke Glendenning a certificate for completing the two-part Mutual managers school. Glendenning, manager of Loran Mutual Insurance Co. in Pearl City, was one of 25 participants from throughout the Midwest who learned about a variety of topics, including mutual management, claims, underwriting, reinsurance, marketing, and technology. (Courtesy of Grinnell MRC)

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Obituaries John W. Miller John W. Miller , 84, of Fairhaven, a farmer who loved watching the deer pass through his farm, passed away Monday, Nov. 24, 2014, at his home.

John was born Sept. 12, 1930, to Charles and Mildred Ethel (Heide) Miller on the family farm in Fairhaven Township.

He attended country school in rural Fairhaven. John honorably served his country in the Army. On Dec. 14, 1957, he married the love of his life, Judy Knupp, at Fairhaven Methodist Church. Judy passed away Oct. 25, 2013.

John farmed his whole life in rural Fairhaven. He raised hogs and cattle and grew corn until his retirement in 2000. He enjoyed spending his free time carving wood, and he treasured carving special things for friends and family. He loved friends and family visiting him at the farm, as well as his leisurely cruise route where he could see the deer, the countryside and a friend to chat with. Most of all, John loved the time spent surrounded by his family.

John will be dearly missed by his son, Jeff Miller of rural Chadwick; two daughters, Julie Miller of Morrison and Janet (Bernie) Wiersema of Chadwick; Lantz, Jonathan Miller, Matthew

Small Business Saturday in Mount Carroll

IVEY MONUMENTS

204 W. Market St. — Mt. Carroll

815/244-3034 M-F 8:30-4:30 • Sat. & After Hrs. by Appt.

Over 120 Years of Service

Wiersema, and Andrew Wiersema; five great-grandchildren, Jacob and Kyle Lantz, Hunter and Trever Miller, Madalynn and Dorathy; and a sister, Virginia Turnbaugh of Mount Carroll.

John also was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, ABOVE: Discovery Toys consultant Holly Hlubek sells educational toys Saturday at a craft and vendor fair, sponsored by the Mount Carroll Chamber of Commerce to mark Small Business Saturday. Many gift ideas were available at the fair, held at the Community House. Participants also had a chance to win $100 in Chamber Bucks.

LEFT: Jessica Rubio sells “Younique” makeup at the fair.

(PA photos/Lynnette Forth)

Miller.

A private graveside service will be held at the Fairhaven Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Fairhaven Methodist Church.

Anita P. Hanson Anita P. Hanson, age 85, of Savanna, IL, died Saturday, Nov. 29, 2014 at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City, IA. A funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 5 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Savanna. Burial will take place in Evergreen cemetery in Hanover, IL. Visitation will take place from 3 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 4 at Law-Jones Funeral Home in Savanna, with a Rosary Service at 2:30 p.m. prior to the visitation.

New vegetable production series offered by U of I Extension FREEPORT — Scaling Up Vegetable Production, a University of Illinois Extension program, will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays from Jan. 14 to March 18 in the Highland Community College Community Service Building Room 102.

“We’re excited to be offering this series for those who want to move from their backyard to selling at farmers markets or further developing their already established Extension Educator, Local Foods and Small Farms. “This program will give participants information and skills they need to be a success-

Glendenning completes Mutual managers school

ful grower.”

Topics will include basic vegetable management, marketing, business planning, insect and disease overview, soil management, extension. Cost is $100 for the entire program or $15 per session for those who want to pick and choose.

Farm visits and hands-on learning may also be an additional part of the course.

Call 815-235-4125 or go to web. extension.illinois.edu/jsw for more information and to register.

Article submitted by Grant McCarty, U of I Extension Educator

After the meeting, talks were given by Zoe and Izabella Fredericks.

Members also made ornaments for SAVANNA – The Savanna the Festival of Trees.

The next meeting will be the Smiles 4-H Club met Nov. 9 at the Christmas party Dec. 14. There will Community Church. be an ornament exchange for those The club will have a tree at the who would like to participant.

Festival of Trees in Savanna.

Savanna Smiles 4-H club to decorate tree

PLUMBING & HEATING FOR ALL YOUR PLUMBING, HEATING AND COOLING NEEDS!

— Karl Prowant — 303 Rt. 64 W, Lanark, IL

815 - 493 - 8127

Grinnell Mutual Vice President of Reinsurance Adam Smith (left) presents Luke Glendenning a certificate for completing the two-part Mutual managers school. Glendenning, manager of Loran Mutual Insurance Co. in Pearl City, was one of 25 participants from throughout the Midwest who learned about a variety of topics, including mutual management, claims, underwriting, reinsurance, marketing, and technology. (Courtesy of Grinnell MRC)

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Jeff (815) 821-5699 Steve (815) 541-7749 Email neighborhoodoffice@mchsi.com “A Local Company providing service and a smile” 218 W. Exchange St. • Freeport, IL 61032

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Calendar of Events

Free Calendar items are for

River Fort

December 13 Claus

December 10

December 2 information to: prairieadvocate.com

Every Monday AA in Savanna

December 11 HCC Madrigal

Every Tuesday Euchre in Forreston

Sale

Thursdays Now thru February 12

Food pantry

December 7

December 16

Hot Spot has Free Clothes

Open Mic Night

December 3 Carroll County Fair Board

December 17 December 8

Every Friday Night

December 12

Euchre at the Savanna Moose Lodge

Palisades Art League Meets

December 24

Al-Anon/Alateen Group

December 9

Every Monday Shannon

December 6

Lanark Open Mic Night

FRIDAY • SATURDAY • SUNDAY – 11-2

Every Monday Mount Carroll

LUNCH SANDWICH SPECIALS

Restaurant Hours: TUES.-SAT. 5-9 pm and SUNDAY 2-8 pm Every Tuesday Pearl City

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Fish & Chicken Supper Saturday, December 12th

SAT., DEC. 6

“BACK COUNTRY ROADS” Now

SAT., DEC. 13

“TWO GUYS ONE CUP”

CALL US ... BOOKING WEDDINGS AND ALL SORTS OF PARTIES!

HENRY’S Double KK

815-244-0180 834 S. Jackson St., Mt. Carroll

Serving 5:00-9:00 p.m. in the Dining Room Pleasse join us for the

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Calendar of Events

Free Calendar items are for

River Fort

December 13 Claus

December 10

December 2 information to: prairieadvocate.com

Every Monday AA in Savanna

December 11 HCC Madrigal

Every Tuesday Euchre in Forreston

Sale

Thursdays Now thru February 12

Food pantry

December 7

December 16

Hot Spot has Free Clothes

Open Mic Night

December 3 Carroll County Fair Board

December 17 December 8

Every Friday Night

December 12

Euchre at the Savanna Moose Lodge

Palisades Art League Meets

December 24

Al-Anon/Alateen Group

December 9

Every Monday Shannon

December 6

Lanark Open Mic Night

FRIDAY • SATURDAY • SUNDAY – 11-2

Every Monday Mount Carroll

LUNCH SANDWICH SPECIALS

Restaurant Hours: TUES.-SAT. 5-9 pm and SUNDAY 2-8 pm Every Tuesday Pearl City

k Out Chec w Video e N their YouTube! on

Co

s e Bac

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Fish & Chicken Supper Saturday, December 12th

SAT., DEC. 6

“BACK COUNTRY ROADS” Now

SAT., DEC. 13

“TWO GUYS ONE CUP”

CALL US ... BOOKING WEDDINGS AND ALL SORTS OF PARTIES!

HENRY’S Double KK

815-244-0180 834 S. Jackson St., Mt. Carroll

Serving 5:00-9:00 p.m. in the Dining Room Pleasse join us for the

UGLY SWEATER CONTEST! — AND —

the FUNNiES

K K

9pm-1am

337 Main

Downtown Milledgeville

225-7714

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SPORTS HIGHLIGHTS Wildcatz turn turnovers into title

By Craig Lang Prairie Advocate Sports

Eastland-Pearl City wins first state football championship with 41-12 rout of Maroa-Forsyth

BY BRIAN WEIDMAN For Prairie Advocate CHAMPAIGN – With only one appearance as deep as the was a football program that had been shrouded in playoff frustration.

That all melted away on a chilly Illinois.

rial Stadium on the campus of the

been dreaming about this since sixth football. I’m almost at a loss for “We made a statement for

Brighton Haverland fights for a 10-yard gain for the ‘Catz after catching a Deven Heeren pass during the second quarter against MaroaForsyth on Friday in Champaign. (PA photo/Craig Lang)

touchdowns. of the wins were against clubs with

ABOVE: Eastland Pearl City’s Eric Schaney powers his way into the end zone from 3 yards out for the ‘Catz first score of the game in the second quarter against Maroa-Forsyth on Friday in Champaign. Eric ran the football four times for 10 yards in the EPC 29-point win. LEFT: EPC’s Cody Kluck takes off up the sideline after catching a pass from quarterback Deven Herren with the Trojans’ Trae Hise in pursuit.

Cody caught four passes for 88 yards and two touchdowns. (PA photos/Craig Lang)

Class 1A champion Forreston its sion that was a showdown for the NUIC Northwest crown.

The Wildcatz prefer to attack on

the Wildcatz to the air.

“I think we were just able to and I was able to hit ‘em. With the

in senior halfbacks Walter Ollie Heeren’s top target was wide who keeps defenses honest.

61 yards.

TITLE CONTINUED ON A19

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SPORTS HIGHLIGHTS Wildcatz turn turnovers into title

By Craig Lang Prairie Advocate Sports

Eastland-Pearl City wins first state football championship with 41-12 rout of Maroa-Forsyth

BY BRIAN WEIDMAN For Prairie Advocate CHAMPAIGN – With only one appearance as deep as the was a football program that had been shrouded in playoff frustration.

That all melted away on a chilly Illinois.

rial Stadium on the campus of the

been dreaming about this since sixth football. I’m almost at a loss for “We made a statement for

Brighton Haverland fights for a 10-yard gain for the ‘Catz after catching a Deven Heeren pass during the second quarter against MaroaForsyth on Friday in Champaign. (PA photo/Craig Lang)

touchdowns. of the wins were against clubs with

ABOVE: Eastland Pearl City’s Eric Schaney powers his way into the end zone from 3 yards out for the ‘Catz first score of the game in the second quarter against Maroa-Forsyth on Friday in Champaign. Eric ran the football four times for 10 yards in the EPC 29-point win. LEFT: EPC’s Cody Kluck takes off up the sideline after catching a pass from quarterback Deven Herren with the Trojans’ Trae Hise in pursuit.

Cody caught four passes for 88 yards and two touchdowns. (PA photos/Craig Lang)

Class 1A champion Forreston its sion that was a showdown for the NUIC Northwest crown.

The Wildcatz prefer to attack on

the Wildcatz to the air.

“I think we were just able to and I was able to hit ‘em. With the

in senior halfbacks Walter Ollie Heeren’s top target was wide who keeps defenses honest.

61 yards.

TITLE CONTINUED ON A19

GIBBS

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Your Business could be here for $18 / week Reserve your space now to get this low price!

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Served All Day! CALL IN YOUR BREAKFAST ORDER BEFORE HEADING TO WORK! We are OPEN 6 AM-9PM 7 Days A Week!

(815) 493-2555 Lanark

Hwy. 64

Store Hours: 6 am-10 pm daily • Lottery • Rug Doctor • Postage Stamps • Garbage Stickers • Fax Service • Dry Cleaning • LP Tank Exchange • Gift Cards • Digital Photo Developing

848 S. Jackson, Mt. Carroll

(815) 244-8625

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Hrs.: 8AM to 5PM • Sat. by Appt.

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815/493-2029 JOHN DAEHLER Owner

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Where sound nutrition starts Employee-Owned 300 N. Boyd St., Lanark, IL 815-493-2445 • 800-371-5689 www.vitaplus.com

Clark Carroll Insurance Agency, Inc.

HOME & BUILDING CENTER 451 Main Avenue Milledgeville, IL 61051 815.225.7171 Member FDIC

• Lumber • Paint • Plumbing • Electrical • Hardware 115 Main, Savanna, IL 815-273-4304

201 W. Market St. Mt. Carroll, IL 61053 (815) 244-1570 —OR— 106 North Broad St. Lanark, IL 61046 (815) 493-8892

Member FDIC

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SPORTS HIGHLIGHTS Continued . . .

2014 Eastland Shootout schedule

Dec. 6 at EHS, Lanark 11 a.m. - Unity Christian vs.

Galva 12:30 p.m. - West Carroll vs.

Hinckley-Big Rock 2 p.m. - Stillman Valley vs.

Princeton 3:30 p.m. - Bureau Valley vs.

Westminster Christian 5 p.m. - Warren vs. Indian Creek 6:30 p.m. - Eastland vs. Kewanee

Girls varsity basketball scores

EPC was well represented at Memorial Stadium, as a huge contingent of fans cheered on their ‘Catz. They were loud and proud, rooting on EPC to the 41-12 victory. (PA photos/Craig Lang)

Wildcatz had 21-0 lead by halftime TITLE

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couple of possessions because I think we were trying to ease into it,” Kluck said. “After a while, we saw the safety push more toward Brighton Haverland’s side, so that’s why we were throwing the deep routes toward my side.”

Varsity girls basketball schedule

Dec. 4 Eastland at Stockton South Beloit at Milledgeville West Carroll at East Dubuque River Ridge/Scales Mound at Le-Win Pearl City at Warren Morrison at Fulton Orangeville at Polo Dec. 5 Sterling at Geneseo Freeport at Rockford Auburn Dec. 6 Milledgeville at Dakota East Dubuque at Pearl City Le-Win at West Carroll Stockton at River Ridge/Scales Mound Polo at Pecatonica Forreston at Orangeville Sterling at Freeport Dec. 8 Sterling Newman at Eastland Pearl City at Milledgeville Morrison at Erie Dec. 9 Forreston at Milledgeville Freeport Aquin at Polo Rockford Harlem at Freeport

EPC struck early in the second.

Schaney capped off an 8-play, 70-yard march with a 3-yard plunge at the 11:37 mark of the second quarter.

An interception by Ollie, his sixth of the playoffs and 11th of the season, set up the second Wildcatz score, a 24-yard Heeren-to-Kluck pass with 3:17 left in the second quarter.

Maroa-Forsyth gift-wrapped one more scoring opportunity for EPC before halftime. Tyler Ray, in to punt for do-it-all senior Jack Hockaday, who was having an issue with his helmet, fumbled a snap. but just as he reached that distance, he fumbled, and the ball was scooped up by Groezinger. Five plays later, Heeren sneaked in from a yard out to give the Wildcatz a 21-0 halftime lead.

Maroa-Forsyth hurt itself with

Boys varsity basketball scores

by Hockaday, an all-stater headed to Iowa next fall. Hockaday coughed up two fumbles, and he was picked off by Ollie and Kluck.

“They’re a very good football team,” Maroa-Forsyth coach Josh Jostes said, “and when you turn the ball

ABOVE: EPC quarterback Deven Heeren is interviewed by Comcast Sportsnet’s Kelly Crull following the game. TOP: The EPC cheerleaders kept the crowd pumped up and cheering for the ‘Catz all game long with their routines.

Hockaday did score on a pair of short runs in the second half, and racked up 201 yards rushing on 36 attempts. That was pretty much it, however, for the Trojans

offensively.

Hockaday completed 6 of 16 passes for 46 yards, after entering the game with nearly 1,900 yards through the air. No other Trojan rushed for more than 43 yards.

Midwest Industrial Trade Scho o l

Nov. 24 Eastland 63, Rochelle 20 Winnebago 49, Forreston 45 Stockton 54, Christian Life 21 Sterling 48, Sterling Newman 23 Sherrard 56, Rock Falls 39 Nov. 25 Eastland 51, Stockton 29 Morrison 46, Milledgeville 27 Pearl City 59, Warren 36 Byron 65, River Ridge/Scales Mound 44 East Dubuque 50, Polo 43 Rock Falls 54, Sterling 48 Dixon 36, Sterling Newman 30 Rochelle 34, Forreston 25 Nov. 26 Pearl City 47, Durand 12 Nov. 28 East Dubuque 67, Pecatonica 33

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Broadcast Schedule 2014-2015

Nov. 24 River Ridge 73, Milledgeville 35 Oregon 75, West Carroll 53 Genoa-Kingston 68, Morrison 60 Sterling 67, IMSA 30

Rockford Christian 49, Sterling Newman 35 Rockridge 74, Rock Falls 35 Nov. 25 Polo 63, LaMoille-Ohio 42 Princeton 66, Fulton 58 Nov. 28 East Dubuque 66, Milledgeville 49 Kewanee 82, West Carroll 38 Scales Mound 54, Durand 34 United Township 74, Rock Falls 44 East Dubuque 64, Durand 30 Hope College Prep 56, Freeport 55 Rock Falls 47, Ag Science 32 Dixon 61, Fulton 22 Nov. 29 Scales Mound 50, River Ridge 46 Pearl City 78, Milledgeville 63 Morrison 57, Oregon 43 River Ridge 69, Durand 59 Polo 71, AFC 40 AFC 71, Amboy 66 DeKalb 51, Freeport 29 Fulton 53, Mercer County 41 Freeport 59, Collins Academy 45 Prophetstown 46, ROWVA 29 Dixon 64, Erie 28

Varsity boys basketball schedule

Dec. 5 Pearl City at River Ridge Milledgeville at Pecatonica West Carroll at East Dubuque Morrison at Fulton Polo at Durand Sterling at Geneseo Rockford Auburn at Freeport Dec. 6 Eastland Shootout Rockford Jefferson at Freeport Dec. 9 Sterling at Rock Island Alleman

IHSA football Memorial Stadium, Champaign Nov. 28 Class 1A Forreston 20, Carrollton 15 Class 2A EPC 41, Maroa-Forsyth 12 Class 3A Wilmington 20, Williamsville 17 Class 4A Rochester 49, Chicago (Phillips) 28 Nov. 29 Class 5A Class 6A LaGrange Park (Nazareth Academy) 26, Lemont 7 Class 7A New Lenox (Providence Catholic) 31, Cary (C.-Grove) 28 Class 8A Lincolnshire (Stevenson) 31, Flossmoor (H.-Flossmoor) 25

Wrestling results

Nov. 25 Fulton 50, West Carroll 18 Sterling 48, United Township 16 Sterling 48, Galesburg 6 Kaneland 47, Sterling 21

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SPORTS HIGHLIGHTS Continued . . .

2014 Eastland Shootout schedule

Dec. 6 at EHS, Lanark 11 a.m. - Unity Christian vs.

Galva 12:30 p.m. - West Carroll vs.

Hinckley-Big Rock 2 p.m. - Stillman Valley vs.

Princeton 3:30 p.m. - Bureau Valley vs.

Westminster Christian 5 p.m. - Warren vs. Indian Creek 6:30 p.m. - Eastland vs. Kewanee

Girls varsity basketball scores

EPC was well represented at Memorial Stadium, as a huge contingent of fans cheered on their ‘Catz. They were loud and proud, rooting on EPC to the 41-12 victory. (PA photos/Craig Lang)

Wildcatz had 21-0 lead by halftime TITLE

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couple of possessions because I think we were trying to ease into it,” Kluck said. “After a while, we saw the safety push more toward Brighton Haverland’s side, so that’s why we were throwing the deep routes toward my side.”

Varsity girls basketball schedule

Dec. 4 Eastland at Stockton South Beloit at Milledgeville West Carroll at East Dubuque River Ridge/Scales Mound at Le-Win Pearl City at Warren Morrison at Fulton Orangeville at Polo Dec. 5 Sterling at Geneseo Freeport at Rockford Auburn Dec. 6 Milledgeville at Dakota East Dubuque at Pearl City Le-Win at West Carroll Stockton at River Ridge/Scales Mound Polo at Pecatonica Forreston at Orangeville Sterling at Freeport Dec. 8 Sterling Newman at Eastland Pearl City at Milledgeville Morrison at Erie Dec. 9 Forreston at Milledgeville Freeport Aquin at Polo Rockford Harlem at Freeport

EPC struck early in the second.

Schaney capped off an 8-play, 70-yard march with a 3-yard plunge at the 11:37 mark of the second quarter.

An interception by Ollie, his sixth of the playoffs and 11th of the season, set up the second Wildcatz score, a 24-yard Heeren-to-Kluck pass with 3:17 left in the second quarter.

Maroa-Forsyth gift-wrapped one more scoring opportunity for EPC before halftime. Tyler Ray, in to punt for do-it-all senior Jack Hockaday, who was having an issue with his helmet, fumbled a snap. but just as he reached that distance, he fumbled, and the ball was scooped up by Groezinger. Five plays later, Heeren sneaked in from a yard out to give the Wildcatz a 21-0 halftime lead.

Maroa-Forsyth hurt itself with

Boys varsity basketball scores

by Hockaday, an all-stater headed to Iowa next fall. Hockaday coughed up two fumbles, and he was picked off by Ollie and Kluck.

“They’re a very good football team,” Maroa-Forsyth coach Josh Jostes said, “and when you turn the ball

ABOVE: EPC quarterback Deven Heeren is interviewed by Comcast Sportsnet’s Kelly Crull following the game. TOP: The EPC cheerleaders kept the crowd pumped up and cheering for the ‘Catz all game long with their routines.

Hockaday did score on a pair of short runs in the second half, and racked up 201 yards rushing on 36 attempts. That was pretty much it, however, for the Trojans

offensively.

Hockaday completed 6 of 16 passes for 46 yards, after entering the game with nearly 1,900 yards through the air. No other Trojan rushed for more than 43 yards.

Midwest Industrial Trade Scho o l

Nov. 24 Eastland 63, Rochelle 20 Winnebago 49, Forreston 45 Stockton 54, Christian Life 21 Sterling 48, Sterling Newman 23 Sherrard 56, Rock Falls 39 Nov. 25 Eastland 51, Stockton 29 Morrison 46, Milledgeville 27 Pearl City 59, Warren 36 Byron 65, River Ridge/Scales Mound 44 East Dubuque 50, Polo 43 Rock Falls 54, Sterling 48 Dixon 36, Sterling Newman 30 Rochelle 34, Forreston 25 Nov. 26 Pearl City 47, Durand 12 Nov. 28 East Dubuque 67, Pecatonica 33

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Broadcast Schedule 2014-2015

Nov. 24 River Ridge 73, Milledgeville 35 Oregon 75, West Carroll 53 Genoa-Kingston 68, Morrison 60 Sterling 67, IMSA 30

Rockford Christian 49, Sterling Newman 35 Rockridge 74, Rock Falls 35 Nov. 25 Polo 63, LaMoille-Ohio 42 Princeton 66, Fulton 58 Nov. 28 East Dubuque 66, Milledgeville 49 Kewanee 82, West Carroll 38 Scales Mound 54, Durand 34 United Township 74, Rock Falls 44 East Dubuque 64, Durand 30 Hope College Prep 56, Freeport 55 Rock Falls 47, Ag Science 32 Dixon 61, Fulton 22 Nov. 29 Scales Mound 50, River Ridge 46 Pearl City 78, Milledgeville 63 Morrison 57, Oregon 43 River Ridge 69, Durand 59 Polo 71, AFC 40 AFC 71, Amboy 66 DeKalb 51, Freeport 29 Fulton 53, Mercer County 41 Freeport 59, Collins Academy 45 Prophetstown 46, ROWVA 29 Dixon 64, Erie 28

Varsity boys basketball schedule

Dec. 5 Pearl City at River Ridge Milledgeville at Pecatonica West Carroll at East Dubuque Morrison at Fulton Polo at Durand Sterling at Geneseo Rockford Auburn at Freeport Dec. 6 Eastland Shootout Rockford Jefferson at Freeport Dec. 9 Sterling at Rock Island Alleman

IHSA football Memorial Stadium, Champaign Nov. 28 Class 1A Forreston 20, Carrollton 15 Class 2A EPC 41, Maroa-Forsyth 12 Class 3A Wilmington 20, Williamsville 17 Class 4A Rochester 49, Chicago (Phillips) 28 Nov. 29 Class 5A Class 6A LaGrange Park (Nazareth Academy) 26, Lemont 7 Class 7A New Lenox (Providence Catholic) 31, Cary (C.-Grove) 28 Class 8A Lincolnshire (Stevenson) 31, Flossmoor (H.-Flossmoor) 25

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Nov. 25 Fulton 50, West Carroll 18 Sterling 48, United Township 16 Sterling 48, Galesburg 6 Kaneland 47, Sterling 21

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Here’s a Kicker!

Lanark’s Lydia Coatney wins Punt, Pass & Kick competition competition in Rock Falls and the sectional event in Roscoe. Each of the 32 teams in the National Football League hosts a team championship.

“The top four participants get to go to the National Championship competition to be held at a football playoff game, but they don’t know where that will be yet,” Lydia said.

“I’m not sure where I stand now, but

By TOM KOCAL Prairie Advocate TKocal@prairieadvocate.com LAKE FOREST — Lydia Coatney, 12, of Lanark, won the girls 12-13-year-old division in the Punt, Pass and Kick team championships at the Walter Payton Training Center at Halas Hall.

“I have always liked playing catch with my dad,” said Lydia, daughter of Rhett and Keller Coatney. “Punting and kicking came along later. I competed a couple of advancing.”

Lydia was among four people from two states who competed. Her total score of 254, a personal best, was enough to win her division and give her an opportunity to qualify to represent the Chicago Bears at the National Finals in January.

Each participant threw an honorary pass before the Chicago Bears/ Tampa Bay Buccaneers game Nov. 23 in Soldier Field.

‘‘

I saw the scores from last year, and with my score of 254.”

There are 32 winners in each be announced in December after all of the Team Championships have been completed.

Lydia said the longest kick she ever made was 74 feet, which

She’s an old-school straight-style kicker, where most kickers today are soccer-style sidewinders.

“It was a great experience,” Lydia said. “I don’t know if I will ever actually play on a football team as a kicker, but I want to keep competing in the Punt, Pass and Kick competition.”

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Here’s a Kicker!

Lanark’s Lydia Coatney wins Punt, Pass & Kick competition competition in Rock Falls and the sectional event in Roscoe. Each of the 32 teams in the National Football League hosts a team championship.

“The top four participants get to go to the National Championship competition to be held at a football playoff game, but they don’t know where that will be yet,” Lydia said.

“I’m not sure where I stand now, but

By TOM KOCAL Prairie Advocate TKocal@prairieadvocate.com LAKE FOREST — Lydia Coatney, 12, of Lanark, won the girls 12-13-year-old division in the Punt, Pass and Kick team championships at the Walter Payton Training Center at Halas Hall.

“I have always liked playing catch with my dad,” said Lydia, daughter of Rhett and Keller Coatney. “Punting and kicking came along later. I competed a couple of advancing.”

Lydia was among four people from two states who competed. Her total score of 254, a personal best, was enough to win her division and give her an opportunity to qualify to represent the Chicago Bears at the National Finals in January.

Each participant threw an honorary pass before the Chicago Bears/ Tampa Bay Buccaneers game Nov. 23 in Soldier Field.

‘‘

I saw the scores from last year, and with my score of 254.”

There are 32 winners in each be announced in December after all of the Team Championships have been completed.

Lydia said the longest kick she ever made was 74 feet, which

She’s an old-school straight-style kicker, where most kickers today are soccer-style sidewinders.

“It was a great experience,” Lydia said. “I don’t know if I will ever actually play on a football team as a kicker, but I want to keep competing in the Punt, Pass and Kick competition.”

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Page A22 • December 3, 2014 • BE A PRAIRIE ADVOCATE • www.prairieadvocate.com The other day she asked Daniel if there’s anyting he’s hungry for or that she could make for us before she returns home.

“Creamsticks!” was Daniel’s quick response.

“Okay, let’s plan on it. What if I’d prepare the dough in the afternoon and when you come home from work we can all help each other make them?” Mary suggested.

Daniel was all for that. Have you ever heard of baking creamsticks instead of deep frying them?

Of course I love to have them deep fried, at the same time I like the thought of using less grease. It’s

By GLORIA YODER Hello to you all!

How can one describe the miracle of a birth, a newborn, a young soul who will live throughout all eternity? I have often wondered why God ever trusts us humans with innocent little ones, ready to be shaped and molded, taught and trained? Oh, for wisdom from God to lead our little ones in His ways.

Yes, it’s true, our little one has arrived! We’re blessed beyond measure. Austin Daniel was born with joy. We are totally delighed with a little boy. It’s especially fun for me to see my husband, Daniel, with a son.

Weighing less than 7 pounds at birth, he’s still a very tiny bundle. He seems to be doing very well and is rapidly gaining more weight. I love the newborn stage. I try to enjoy and savor each moment. After all, they grow up so fast.

Our 3-year-old daughter Julia seems to be adapting well to a new little one in the family. I tell her she’s Austin’s big sister and Mom’s helper. She runs a lot of little errands burp cloth, diaper, or whatever I need. After Austin was born she almost cried. She said: “I wanted a girl!” Thankfully she is now delighted to have him as a boy and would rather have a brother than a sister! A special and hearty thank you to all of you who sent cards and notes after my birthday and Austin’s birth. I was quite surprised and have enjoyed reading them very much.

May you be blessed.

My husband Daniel’s sister Mary from Ohio is here helping us for several weeks. She has been a tremendous blessing. It helps me relax to have someone go ahead with whatever needs to be done around here. She does a wonderful job with the children as well as other tasks.

Last week she made a huge batch of barbecue sauce with tomatoes that I had stuck in the freezer this summer.

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Bake at 350 for 15 – 20 minutes. Let set until they are cold.

Cut a slit on top and put in filling.

Then top with favorite icing.

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Daniel’s Favorite Caramel Icing

clean up afterwards if you bake them instead.

Making cream sticks is something I enjoy doing with family or friends. Here is our recipe:

Baked cream sticks resemble a popular Amish confection called a Long John roll, pictured here, this just sounds like a bit healthier version.

6 eggs, beaten 11 – 12 cups flour Filling: 2 cups milk 6 tablespoons clear jel Pinch salt 2 teaspoons vanilla 2 cups sugar 1-1/2 cups Crisco In a large bowl put shortening, potatoes, milk, sugar, and salt. Stir until shortening and

Baked Cream Sticks 1 cup shortening 1-1/4 cup mashed potatoes 1 quart milk, scalded 1 cup sugar 1 tablespoon salt 1/2 cup warm water 3 packages yeast 1 tablespoon sugar

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Page A22 • December 3, 2014 • BE A PRAIRIE ADVOCATE • www.prairieadvocate.com The other day she asked Daniel if there’s anyting he’s hungry for or that she could make for us before she returns home.

“Creamsticks!” was Daniel’s quick response.

“Okay, let’s plan on it. What if I’d prepare the dough in the afternoon and when you come home from work we can all help each other make them?” Mary suggested.

Daniel was all for that. Have you ever heard of baking creamsticks instead of deep frying them?

Of course I love to have them deep fried, at the same time I like the thought of using less grease. It’s

By GLORIA YODER Hello to you all!

How can one describe the miracle of a birth, a newborn, a young soul who will live throughout all eternity? I have often wondered why God ever trusts us humans with innocent little ones, ready to be shaped and molded, taught and trained? Oh, for wisdom from God to lead our little ones in His ways.

Yes, it’s true, our little one has arrived! We’re blessed beyond measure. Austin Daniel was born with joy. We are totally delighed with a little boy. It’s especially fun for me to see my husband, Daniel, with a son.

Weighing less than 7 pounds at birth, he’s still a very tiny bundle. He seems to be doing very well and is rapidly gaining more weight. I love the newborn stage. I try to enjoy and savor each moment. After all, they grow up so fast.

Our 3-year-old daughter Julia seems to be adapting well to a new little one in the family. I tell her she’s Austin’s big sister and Mom’s helper. She runs a lot of little errands burp cloth, diaper, or whatever I need. After Austin was born she almost cried. She said: “I wanted a girl!” Thankfully she is now delighted to have him as a boy and would rather have a brother than a sister! A special and hearty thank you to all of you who sent cards and notes after my birthday and Austin’s birth. I was quite surprised and have enjoyed reading them very much.

May you be blessed.

My husband Daniel’s sister Mary from Ohio is here helping us for several weeks. She has been a tremendous blessing. It helps me relax to have someone go ahead with whatever needs to be done around here. She does a wonderful job with the children as well as other tasks.

Last week she made a huge batch of barbecue sauce with tomatoes that I had stuck in the freezer this summer.

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Bake at 350 for 15 – 20 minutes. Let set until they are cold.

Cut a slit on top and put in filling.

Then top with favorite icing.

Filling instructions: combine milk, clear jel, and salt in saucepan. Cook until thick. Add vanilla and cool. Cream together sugar and Crisco. Mix with cold cooked mixture and mix well.

Daniel’s Favorite Caramel Icing

clean up afterwards if you bake them instead.

Making cream sticks is something I enjoy doing with family or friends. Here is our recipe:

Baked cream sticks resemble a popular Amish confection called a Long John roll, pictured here, this just sounds like a bit healthier version.

6 eggs, beaten 11 – 12 cups flour Filling: 2 cups milk 6 tablespoons clear jel Pinch salt 2 teaspoons vanilla 2 cups sugar 1-1/2 cups Crisco In a large bowl put shortening, potatoes, milk, sugar, and salt. Stir until shortening and

Baked Cream Sticks 1 cup shortening 1-1/4 cup mashed potatoes 1 quart milk, scalded 1 cup sugar 1 tablespoon salt 1/2 cup warm water 3 packages yeast 1 tablespoon sugar

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Public defender steps down to focus on private practice MOUNT CARROLL – Carroll County’s public defender for the past 14 years has stepped down to limit his work to his private practice.

Don Schweihs, 62, became public defender for Carroll and Jo Daviess counties in 2000 after having been an assistant state’s attorney for 2 years in Jo Daviess.

He has continued to represent indigent defendants in both counties while maintaining his private law “I never intended 40 years ago to someday retire from government, “ Schweihs said in a news release, “I just started doing things I thought were interesting and found myself here.”

Schweihs said in a phone inter-

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“Do what you know,” he said, then added with a laugh, “That’s my life of crime.”

His career in “crime” has included work on both sides of the courtroom, in addition to several

ing school part time. He later became a mechanic for the DuPage County Schweihs, attending College of DuPage at night, earned an associate’s with the Oak Brook Police Department. He graduated at the top of his class at the Chicago Police Academy.

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weihs continued to attend college part time and graduated from University of Illinois Chicago with a degree in criminal justice.

After he married his wife, Mary Jane, he graduated from The John Marshall Law School in Chicago and went to work as a prosecutor for the Cook County state’s attorney.

He later became an assistant in the

where he was assigned to the Special Prosecutions Bureau to prosecute white-collar crime.

Schweihs said Jerry Kane, a Mount Carroll lawyer, would be the new public defender in Carroll would have that position in Jo Daviess County. Both are part-time jobs.

Schweihs said he worked his way through college, which included a job as a brakeman on the Chicago Northwestern Railroad while attend-

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Public defender steps down to focus on private practice MOUNT CARROLL – Carroll County’s public defender for the past 14 years has stepped down to limit his work to his private practice.

Don Schweihs, 62, became public defender for Carroll and Jo Daviess counties in 2000 after having been an assistant state’s attorney for 2 years in Jo Daviess.

He has continued to represent indigent defendants in both counties while maintaining his private law “I never intended 40 years ago to someday retire from government, “ Schweihs said in a news release, “I just started doing things I thought were interesting and found myself here.”

Schweihs said in a phone inter-

view Friday that in addition to his civil law work in personal injury, real estate, and other areas, he would continue criminal defense Don work, which he said Schweihs was “the vast majority” of his practice.

“Do what you know,” he said, then added with a laugh, “That’s my life of crime.”

His career in “crime” has included work on both sides of the courtroom, in addition to several

ing school part time. He later became a mechanic for the DuPage County Schweihs, attending College of DuPage at night, earned an associate’s with the Oak Brook Police Department. He graduated at the top of his class at the Chicago Police Academy.

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weihs continued to attend college part time and graduated from University of Illinois Chicago with a degree in criminal justice.

After he married his wife, Mary Jane, he graduated from The John Marshall Law School in Chicago and went to work as a prosecutor for the Cook County state’s attorney.

He later became an assistant in the

where he was assigned to the Special Prosecutions Bureau to prosecute white-collar crime.

Schweihs said Jerry Kane, a Mount Carroll lawyer, would be the new public defender in Carroll would have that position in Jo Daviess County. Both are part-time jobs.

Schweihs said he worked his way through college, which included a job as a brakeman on the Chicago Northwestern Railroad while attend-

Public Auction of Wilma & Vincent Hoogheem and Others Saturday, December 6, 2014 — 10:00 AM

Doors open @ 8:30 AM Tipton Auction Service — 3001 IL. Rt. 84, Thomson, IL 61285 Collectible, Antique, Tools, Washer, Dryer, Freezer, Simplicity riding mower w/ bagger, Firearms, Ammo. And much more watch for complete listing, still unpacking, listing will be on Web site Nov.30 For pictures and complete listing go to www. TiptonAuctionService.net Frank Tipton Auctioneer: ftipton@grics.net, 815-590-8206 Lunch by Dusty’s 815-259-5015 Always looking for coins and firearms — Your Auctioneer with an FFL Visa, M/C and Discover accepted

Best of all, you’ll soon be known as the perfect gift giver.

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