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FULTON – State Sen. Neil Anderson is able to keep the situation in Springfield in perspective. “There’s nothing in Springfield as stressful as running into a burning building,� he said Feb. 21 while speaking with Fulton High School students, during his “principal for a day� visit.

When he’s not in session in Springfield, the 34-yearold is a firefighter with the Moline Fire Department.

A Republican, he defeated Democrat Mike Jacobs in 2014 to win the 36th District seat, which serves all of Rock Island and almost all of Whiteside counties, as well as Thomson and Savanna in Carroll County.

Mike Ankrom, a U.S. History teacher at Fulton High School, asks Anderson a question during the state senator’s visit to the school.

Principal Christopher Tennyson took Anderson to several classes, and to a meeting with other district principals.

First, though, was Jeff Hoese’s Media Publications class. The students cover school events, livestreaming some of them, and make a week-in-review video for

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They also use a drone for some projects, and Anderson took a turn flying the device at the high school football field with students Hannah Eades and Matt Munson.

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WASHINGTON, Ill. – Linda S. Nolte, 71, of Washington, formerly of Savanna, died Friday, Feb. 17, 2017, at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria.

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“You don’t really need something too big to do what we do,” Munson explained.

Anderson spoke to two U.S. History 3 classes taught

by Mike Ankrom. The lack of a state budget was among the topics.

“I do think we’re close to hammering out a deal,” Anderson said, later adding a plug for Illinois’ colleges, in response to Ankrom’s question about the lack of a budget and its effect on state universities, urging students looking at colleges to pick one in state.

He also talked about the difference between policy and politics.

“I love writing good policy and helping people who come to me. Politics is about making promises and trying to dirty the other side. Negative politics have become popular because of apathy,” Anderson said, encouraging students to research every candidate before voting.

He talked with Stephanie Evans’ Media Literacy class about how the media affects his career. “You guys deserve to know where I stand on issues,” Anderson said, adding that he’s been misquoted only once.

He and Tennyson had pizza with the Student Council, where junior Jenna Schrader talked with Anderson about college searches and her plans to become a physician’s assistant.

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Anderson wrapped up his day with the students by talking about his firefighting work with Stacy Gates’ Advanced Placement chemistry class.

“The thing that makes our job so awesome is that you go to work and never know what’ll happen. I enjoy it,” said Anderson, who said he takes time off without pay when he’s attending Senate sessions.

Student Seth Sikkema asked how being a firefighter helped Anderson prepare for politics.

“There are deadlines in both you have to meet,” Anderson said.

Earlier in the day, he and Tennyson traveled to the River Bend School District office to meet with district principals, community representative Warren Amman and Lee, Ogle, and Whiteside Regional Superintendent Bob Sondgeroth.

Anderson asked what state mandates drive the administrators crazy. The requirement that only 30 percent of students in a classroom can be special education students was mentioned.

“I’m a big proponent of having special ed kids in the classroom,” Sondgeroth said.

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The grand compromise would include other items that would impact the county.

“They are discussing lowering expenses, which would be beneficial,” Doty said. “They are looking at costs of publications, and a bill which would increase shared income tax back to its original 10 percent; it is currently at 8.5 percent. The problem is when you look at all these bills as a whole they could be very detrimental, and the result is we could be pretty much ‘hand-tied’ here at our level.”

He questioned the way the state Legislature is seeking to balance its budget.

“When we look at a budget, or when we have a budget crises, we look at our expenses and we look at our revenues and we try

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“In their situation, they are trying to make their revenues go up while not necessarily addressing their expense situation.”

He said the revenues from the current state income tax rates are not allowing the state to balance its budget.

“It gets them closer,” Doty said. “So, really what they are doing is kicking the can down the road for a few more years, putting a Band-aid on it with the intention of addressing it again in the future. But what they are trying to do now would have an impact on the county.”

He said on their own, some bills under consideration for inclusion in the grand compromise have merit.

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Instead, he proposed the board formulate its position letter suggesting the state look at its own revenues and its own expenses and not look at the local level.

“Trying to tie all those bills in doesn’t address the real problem they have, which is a spending problem,” Doty said.

He said the county is doing well, but if the grand compromise were implemented, it would result in a county shortfall

of hundreds of thousands of dollars.

“If they don’t control their spending, no matter what they do won’t help,” board member Cheryl Cole said during the Feb. 16 meeting.

“If they hadn’t robbed the money out of the pension funds, but let it grow, they wouldn’t be in this situation.”

Board member Darrell Stitzel said the grand compromise would tie up local entities.

“They are affecting small municipalities to make themselves look good in the taxpayers’ eyes, while pretty much handcuffing us,” said Stitzel.

The board will continue discussion on a position draft at its meeting at 9:30 a.m. Thursday in the small courtroom in the county courthouse. The meetings are open to the public, and there is time set aside for public comment.

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WEST CARROLL SCHOOLS

Pushback on shift to 7-period day at high school Parents, teachers speak out at school board meeting

BY MICHAEL MILLER For Prairie Advocate

SAVANNA – Parents and teachers alike spoke out strongly against the West Carroll school board’s recent decision to shift the high school to a 7-period schedule during the Feb. 22 board meeting.

Band director Emily Bressler said the decision would “effectively kill the fine arts in this district.”

Having one fewer period during the day will limit student elective choices, Bressler said, as students try to meet class requirements for college. There also will be conflicts with choir, FFA, and Spanish that will prevent half of the current freshmen

in band this year from doing so next year, she said.

Of the 26 incoming freshmen she would have had in the band program next year, only 8 will be there because of the conflicts, Bressler said.

Bressler also said that in consulting with other area schools, she found no correlation between 7-period days and improved test scores, which along with financial savings were cited as reasons for the change.

When Bressler said many parents feel 4 years of foreign language credits are necessary to enter college, district Superintendent Adam Brumbaugh pointed out that only 2 years are required.

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whose incoming freshman children would be dropping out of band or choir. He said he’d been told the reason for West Carroll’s low test scores was the district’s “substandard computers”.

Of the board’s decision, Cavanagh said, “You ran this through on the QT. ... Back-room politics is the reason our state’s in the financial crisis that it’s in. You’re elected to oversee the will of the people; you ruined the trust we’ve given you. ... I know that I no longer have trust in this board and the administration.”

Refuting the assertion that the decision was made

behind closed doors, board President Jerry Anderson said the meetings are public.

Bressler noted that because the period change was not a specific agenda item – it was part of a student course handbook approval, which was on the agenda – there was no warning to the public that the schedule would be up for discussion.

“If it’s not on the agenda, I don’t know it’s happening,” Cavanagh said.

Board member Beverly Kilpatrick said, “There certainly wasn’t any attempt to hide this.”

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Board member Fred Tipton said he appreciated everyone’s input, adding, “We didn’t do this to hurt anybody.”

He pleaded with all present to contact their state legislators.

“Everybody knows that we are under financial crunch. ... That’s the only reason we had to go this route.”

Bressler asked about the financial component of this decision.

“We can’t afford to have classes with four or five students,” which is often the case now, Kilpatrick said.

Bressler wondered if the district could offer the

classes, then decide whether to cut them based on the size. Kilpatrick noted that core classes can’t be cut, no matter the size.

“We try to be very supportive of our music program,” board member Jessica Edwards said.

She added that better communication with parents might be a key.

Kilpatrick asked if doing band or music electives outside normal school hours could be an option, but Bressler said busing has been an problem for freshmen at schools that have tried that.

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F

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You read in the paper a few weeks ago about the amount the Young Leaders collected for Harvest for All. This past week, they started doing another program.

One of them donated a steer to be butchered and made into hamburger. The Young Leaders then purchased the items needed to make shepherd’s pie. They wrote up the directions, and packed bags for each of the food pantries in the county based on how many families they serve in a month. Would you believe that number is 420 families? They then took the time to deliver to each of the food pantries that serves our county. The group is passionate about helping those in need.

The Four C’s (primetimers) will be meeting at the office at 6:30 p.m. Friday for social time and playing games. If you have ever wanted to see what the primetimers are about and who they are, feel free to come check them out this month.

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Foundation scholarship applications are due Monday! Don’t forget to also make sure all required documents are included!

Applications are available from the high school counselors and on our website at www.carrollcfb. org.

We have a few trips we are promoting with Tri State Travel. There is a trip scheduled for Nov. 16-20 to Branson, Missouri. Some of the sites you will see include the Anheuser Busch Brewery and the Clydesdales, Grand Country Music Hall, a show at the Welk Theater, a show at the Sight and Sound Theater, Clay Cooper Theater and more. Flyers are available on our website or at the office. We also hope to soon have flyers for a trip to San Antonio, Texas, in 2018.

We will have a trip preview meeting for both trips at 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 29, here at the office.

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SATURDAY Driving Drafts SPIN Club begins MOUNT CARROLL – Youth aged 8 to 18 by Sept. 1, 2016, can join a Driving Drafts SPIN Club to learn about draft horses and their uses, and learn how to ground drive. The club is sponsored by the Carroll County 4-H. Participants need not own a horse to attend; draft horses will be provided.

The club will meet on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon on March 4, April 8 and May 13; and Mondays from 5:30 to 8 p.m. on June 5 and 19, and July 3, 17 and 31. Most meetings will be at 9822 Mill Road in

Free breakfasts continue at Lanark church LANARK – First Brethren Church, at Locust and Rochester streets, will provide a free breakfast from 8 to 10 a.m. every Saturday through March 11.

SATURDAY, SUNDAY Railroad show and swap meet in Lena LENA – The Depot Stove Gang Model Railroad Club will have its 29th annual Model Railroad Show and Swap Meet from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days in the Lena-Winslow Elementary, Junior High and High School gymnasiums and cafeterias. There will be more than 30,000 square feet of operating displays, railroad memorabilia and model railroad merchandise. The show and parking are free. Free will donations will be accepted at the Elementary School entrance. Lunch is available both days in the Elementary School cafeteria.

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MARCH 14 ‘Hoosiers’ is the March film at Morrison library MORRISON – The month of March is known as a time of “March Madness,” referring to basketball playoffs across the nation.Odell Public Library will present “Hoosiers,” a film telling the story of a small-town Indiana basketball team that wins the state championship, at 2 p.m. Popcorn and pop will be served as you root on this underdog team. The movie stars Gene Hackman as Norman Dale, the new coach, and Dennis Hopper as the basketball loving town drunk, who becomes the assistant coach.

The movie is free, but donations are always welcome.

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extempore speaking, oral interpretation, original works, speaking of horses or horticulture.

The demonstration contest will be held following the Public Speaking Contest. 4-H’ers may choose from the following area for their presentation: Food division – International, ethnic, or regional cuisine; nutrition; food science; food preservation; food safety; making food dollars count; general demonstration; horse demonstration and horticulture demonstration.

Cash prizes or gift certificates will be awarded to the top 4-H’ers in each area. Registration deadline is March 1.

The public is welcome to attend. For more information, contact Leanne Rahn at Carroll County University of Illinois Extension Office at 244-9444 or lrahn@illinois.edu.

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TODAY Birding highlighted at Wild Winter Wednesday FULTON – The next Wild Winter Wednesdays program at Windmill Cultural Center will teach guests about birding. The public is invited to gather at 9 a.m. for coffee, tea, and refreshments. The program begins at 9:15. The building is accessible to people with disabilities, and the program is funded through a grant from the Fulton Association for Community Enrichment (FACE).

Dick Sayles will present “Quad Cities Audubon Society.” Many species of birds, insects, and other wildlife visit and make their home in the diverse plantings which have been integrated vertically and horizontally. Dick and his wife Kit own approximately 5 acres near Buffalo, Iowa, that they have turned into a haven for the wild. Utilizing ideas that Dick has gained in travel, he has been influenced heavily by the need for diversity.

A new feature each week will be the addition of bread for sale by Krumpets Bakery. Guests will be able to purchase bread made with de Immigrant flour at the Windmill Cultural Center. WWW@WCC programs are held on Wednesday mornings at 9 o’clock from December to the end of March. Programs are free and open to the public.

Mount Carroll. There is no cost for current 4-H members; for non-members it is $20. A parent or guardian must attend the first meeting. Participants must wear closed toe shoes, such as cowboy boots or other hard surface leather shoes.

For more information or to register by Feb. 27, call the Carroll County University of Illinois Extension at 815244-9444 or e-mail Leanne Rahn at lrahn@illinois.edu.

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PUSHBACK

REGIONAL SPELLING BEE

Guess who’s going back to D.C.?

West Carroll student wins 2nd straight bee

By Prairie Advocate staff

MOUNT CARROLL – A West Carroll Middle School eighth-grader will return to the National Spelling Bee after winning the regional bee in Pearl City.

Olivia Charles, 14, of Mount Carroll, spelled percolate correctly to win the Feb. 21 bee. She is the daughter of Terry and Christy Charles. Olivia won the bee for a second consecutive year.

Hannah Visel, 12 , of Lena, from Northern Illinois Christian Home Educators, won second place. Her parents are Don and Amy Visel.

Hannah misspelled teriyaki at the beginning of round 12. Olivia correctly spelled diesel to finish out the round. Olivia went on to spell percolate correctly to win the bee, according to a news release from the Carroll, Jo Daviess, and Stephenson County Regional Office of Education.

The third-place winner was Brennon Cavanagh from West Carroll.

Charles and one of her parents will go to Washington, D.C. for the national bee, from May 28 to June 4.

Prizes at the Pearl City bee included trophies donated by the Regional Office of Education, $25 Amazon gift cards from Scripps National Spelling Bee, and MerriamWebster dictionaries.

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High school lunch fees go up 10 cents The board approved increasing lunch fees at the high school by 10 cents, something Brumbaugh said was mandated by state funding formulas.

The primary and middle schools aren’t impacted, because they offer free lunches and breakfasts.

Closed session action: The board took the following actions following a closed session: • Approved the certified employment of Jen Sandrock, ESY special education teacher.

• Approved the suspension of high school webmaster/yearbook

Olivia Charles, an eighth-grader at West Carroll Middle School in Mount Carroll, won a regional spelling bee Feb. 21 at Pearl City School. Charles is shown here at right, with second-place winner Hannah Visel (left) from Northern Illinois Christian Home Educators, and judge Patrick Davis.

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• Approved the resignations for retirement of Barb Cederholm, district office superintendent’s secretary, effective June 30.

• Approved the noncertified employment of Jill Hotman, high school night custodian.

• Approved the coaching recommendations of Michael Bicksler, WCYFA coach/ WCMS eighth grade for the 2017-18 season; Jeff Holley, WCYFA coach /WCMS seventh grade for the 201718 season; and Marshal Fink, volunteer fresh-soph baseball coach at the high school.

• Approved leaves without pay for Ruby Johnson, Aubrey Winslow, Sue McIntyre, Kendra Sipe, Tatem Abney, Laura Murphy and Jen Wilkinson.

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Enter a raffle to win a quilt!

Carroll County Senior Center is holding a Quilt Raffle. The quilt was handmade and graciously donated to the Senior Center by Fayellen Sanetera. Tickets are on sale now at the Senior Center. They are $1 for one ticket or $5 for 6 tickets.

The drawing will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 13. You do not need to be present to win.

Stay tuned In case of inclement, dangerous weather, please listen to WCCI radio, FM-100.3, for information about closings. If we are closed due to bad weather, Carroll County Transit will also be closed so there will be no bus service.

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Travels With Bev Day Trip to Galena Friday, March 10 A day trip to Galena for a Quilt Show at the DeSoto House. Cost is $10 for transportation. Quilt Show Admission ($5) and lunch at Vinnie’s is at your own expense. Call for reservations before March 1.

Nashville Show Trip April 30-May 6 DATE CHANGE TRAVELING WITH IOWA GROUP Includes a show at The Grand Ole Opry, a show at the Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theater, guided tours of Nashville and Belle Meade Plantation, admission to the Country Music Hall of Fame and to the Grand Ole Opry Behind the Scenes, a ride on the Flatboats inside the Opryland Hotel and a special trip to the Johnny Cash Museum. Cost is $700 for double occupancy and includes 6 nights lodging and 10 meals. Reservations due March 10.

Montreal and Quebec City June 23 –July 2 Includes Woodstock Museum en route, guided tour of Montreal, Notre Dame Basilica, the “Underground City� boutiques and restaurants, guided tour of historic Quebec City, Montmorency Falls, St. Anne de Beaupre Shrine, Olympic Park with the amazing “Biodome� and the Montreal Tower, the 1000 Islands Tower in Lansdowne, Ontario, and the Bata Shoe Museum in Toronto. Cost is $975 for double occupancy, including 9 nights of lodging

and 16 meals. Reservations due April 10.

Elvis – How Great Thou Art Wednesday, May 17 Circa ’21 presents the Gospel Music of Elvis, featuring Robert Shaw and a large band. You will find inspiration and take wonderful memories from this matinee performance. Cost for meal, show, and transportation is $65. Deadline for signup is April 15.

New York City September 7-13 Includes a guided tour of Manhattan, Central Park, Rockefeller Center, Times Square, Wall Street, 9/11 Memorial, Ellis Island, Liberty Island, and the Statue of Liberty. En route travel will include a stop at the Plaza Centre Antique Gallery.

Reservations due by June 30.

18 – Marie Brkljack, Savanna, 90 21 – Jean Griswold, Savanna, 92 22 – Lois Simmons, Milledgeville, 93 25 – Betty Carroll, Lanark, 90 29 – Norma Holy, Mount Carroll, 92 30 – Neil Libberton, Mount Carroll, 94 Happy birthday to all of you from all of us here at the Senior Center.

Carroll County Transit OFFICE HOURS Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Office/dispatch number: 815-244-0011 Toll free number: 855-702-7433 Appointments no later than: Outside county: 1 p.m.

Inside county: 4 p.m.

Fare Information: All passengers must comply with CCT’s fare policy. Fares must be paid upon boarding of the vehicle unless prior arrangements have been made.  Fares are listed as one way and not round trip, unless otherwise noted.

Seniors (60+) Donations Disabled & Veterans $2 one way

$3 out of county

$1 each stop Public (18+) Within County $4 one way

$2 each stop

LET’S EAT OUT. FOR CARRY OUT CALL SAVANNA, 815-273-4875 Entrees 1 – Spaghetti 2 – Honey Baked Ham 3 – Chicken Salad Sandwich 6 – BBQ Chicken 7 – Pork Chop 8 – Tuna Noodle Casserole 9 – Meat Loaf 10 – Beef Stew  13 – Cheeseburger 14 – Swedish Meatballs 15 – Beef & Noodles 16 – Corn Beef 17 – Tuna Salad Sandwich 20 – Stuffed Green Peppers 21 – Ham & Scalloped Potatoes 22 – Salisbury Steak 23 – Easy Chicken Casserole 24 – Chili Dog

Caribbean Cruise January 19-28, 2018 Start saving your money. Fly from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Tour of Miami and Florida’s Gold Coast with an overnight stay. Board Royal Caribbean’s beautiful Freedom of the Sea. Visit exotic ports of St. Kitts, St. Maarten, San Juan, and Labadee. Full price is not yet available until March due to airfare.

Information on all trips is available at www.ccseniorcenter.org or by calling 815-244-1800 or toll free 866-2141959. Please check the trip policy on the website or pick up a copy at the front desk of the Senior Center.                                                                 Â

Nonagenarians and Centenarians Birthdays for March 04 – Elpidio Torres, Thomson, 96 04 – Bud Mertz, Chadwick, 94 07 – Grace Smith, Lanark, 93 07 – Fredrich Sinkovits, Lanark, 90 07 – Elaine Bicker, Lanark, 96 12 – Betty Shipman, Milledgeville, 93 12 – Lucille Dickman, Savanna, 96 17 – Melvin Katzenberger, Lanark, 91 17 – Ruth Ermel, Mount Carroll, 90

March NICAA Golden Meals 27 – Sloppy Joes 28 – Chicken Alfredo 29 – Spaghetti 30 – Pork Chop 31 – Chicken Salad Sandwich These are just entrees. For a complete menu, call 815-244-1800 or 866-214-1959.

Menu is subject to change.

NICAA Golden Meals program has expanded its services to include more home delivery routes in the Shannon area, for the town of Shannon and the rural areas surrounding it. The home-delivery program is for any senior citizen aged 60 or over who would benefit from having a meal delivered to their home on a daily basis. Delivery will be available Monday through Friday. For more information or to sign up for the program, call 815-2328896. Sign-up is quick and easy and meals can start within a day or two.

Bingo!

TRIAD Bingo took place Feb. 14 at the Heritage Center in Mount Carroll.

Triad meeting The Triad Meeting will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 14, at the Carroll County Senior Center, 306 N. Main St. in Mount Carroll. For more information, call 815244-1800.

Agency meeting The Agency Meeting will be at 8 a.m. Tuesday, March 14, at the Carroll County Senior Center, 306 N. Main St. in Mount Carroll. Call 815-244-1800.

To those who donated art work If you donated art work to the Senior Center, please call the Senior Center if you would like your name on the art work for the Art Auction. Call us at 815244-1800 or toll free at 866-214-1959.

Public (18+) Outside County $6 one way

$2 each stop Students $2 one way

$2 each stop Children Under 18 $1 one way Children Under 12 $.50 one way NO SHOW FEE: $5 plus trip charge All stops must be scheduled with dispatcher at time of appointment schedule.

Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Children 3 and under must provide a car seat.

Parents are responsible for installation of car seat and child restraint attachment. Reservations for rides are required.

Please call 815-244-0011 or toll free 855702-5334 at least one day in advance before 11:30 a.m. to schedule a ride.

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CCSSO March Calendar of Events

Activities at the Senior Center Recycling Senior Service earns a great deal of money each year through the efforts of those who gather newspapers and aluminum cans in their respective communities, and those who bundle the paper and haul it to the local distribution centers. We need more help with this project. The “gathering” people work just a couple of hours a month in their respective communities.

The “bundlers” work at the Senior Center just about any day when they have an hour or two to spare. And the “loaders/haulers” help load and/ or haul the papers to the distribution center.

Call 815-244-1800 for more information or see Keith, Allen, Dale, Bob, Lawrence, Ray, Jim, Bud, Wayne, or Norma.

Senior Center Gift Shop The Gift Shop at the Senior Center has very unique gifts handmade by talented volunteers working throughout Carroll County. It is open from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

This month we are continuing our sale on all our yarn and material.

Lowest prices ever, so stop by and load up.

charge. Coffee, pop and treats are provided. In case of bad weather, please listen to WCCI radio for closing information.

Bingo Bingo is held from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of each month. Players play with nickels and dimes, so make sure to bring your extra change, because sometimes there are “big” winners.

On the first Tuesday, JoEllen McCaskey from Pinnacle Place does the calling, and on the third Tuesday, its Anna Gray from Good Samaritan.

Mark your calendar and join us. No

Quilters The quilters are here every Thursday from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

They welcome anyone who wants to join them.

Wednesday, March 1 Taxes – 8:15-11:15 a.m.

Thursday, March 2 Quilters – 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Friday, March 3 VA Coffee Club – 9-10 a.m.

Craft Club – 10-11 a.m.

Monday, March 6 Taxes – 8:15-11:15 a.m. ​Tuesday, March 7 Bingo – 12:30-2:30 p.m.

Wednesday, March 8 Taxes – 8:15-11:15 a.m.

Thursday, March 9 Quilters – 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Friday, March 10 Kay Davis, Record Lesson Meeting, 10 a.m.

Saturday, March 11 Lanark and Milledgeville paper pick-up, 8-10 a.m.

Monday, March 13 Taxes – 8:15-11:15 a.m.

Tuesday, March 14 Agency meeting – 8 a.m.

Triad meeting – 9 a.m.

Pool Get some friends together, and come and play pool. If you need the practice, or just want a nice, friendly game, come to the Senior Center and enjoy yourself.

All above activities take place at the Senior Center in downtown Mount Carroll, 306 N. Main St., unless otherwise stated. Call the Senior Center at 815-244-1800 if you have questions.

Denim & Diamonds benefits Senior Services The Mount Carroll Rotary Club, serving our community with distinction for more than 30 years, is hosting the first “Denim and Diamonds” dinner dance on Saturday, April 1, at Henry’s Double K in Mount Carroll.

Dancing to music with DJ Sandy Wurster will follow a delicious buffet style dinner featuring baked chicken and grilled pork loin. A variety of gourmet desserts donated by friends of Rotary and local businesses will be auctioned to benefit Rotary’s community service projects.

Highlights of the evening include live and silent auctions conducted by Rotarian Dan Danielowski.

Countywide businesses and individuals have generously donated an impressive assortment of items for the auctions. All proceeds from the auctions will be donated to the Carroll County Senior Services Organization. The senior center provides vital programs to help enrich and improve the quality of life of older adults including: CCT public transportation, outreach, information and assistance, benefits

Contributions The CCSSO would like to thank the following who have made contributions to the Senior Center during the month of February: DONATIONS Gary & Judy Law Dewey Thedford Larry & Myra Pearce Ronnie & Phyllis Zink Albert Anderson Matthew & Marilyn Altensey Ruby Handel Larry Roemer Jerry Carter Carole Walker Harry & Melody Charneski Donald Henderickx Joyce Morgan Ron Nemec Vicki Heisler

Mount Carroll Rotary Club members and Carroll County Senior Services Organization members are accepting donations from businesses and individuals across the county for the “Dine and Dance in Denim & Diamonds” live and silent auctions. With donations are (from left) Anna Gray, Barbara Brierton, and Diane Manikowski. The event will take place April 1 at Henry’s Double K in Mount Carroll, with proceeds donated to the senior center. assistance, income tax services, educational and recreational programs, and volunteer opportunities.

Dress for the evening includes wearing your glitzy best to fashionable denim wear. Tickets for this fabulous evening are $30

each and are available at the Senior Center and from Mount Carroll Rotarians.

Seating is limited, and preferred seating for table reservations is available.

Transportation will be available by calling Carroll County Transit at 815-244-

burial plots, irrevocable burial contracts or back payments from Social Security or SSI as assets.

If you have Medicaid, a

Medicare savings program, or you receive Supplemental Security Income, you should get Extra Help automatically.

If you do not get Extra Help

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For more information about Denim & Diamonds, ticket sales, or if you would like to donate an item for the silent or live auction, please call Anna Gray of the Mount Carroll Rotary Club at 815-499-7571.

Craft Club to meet March 3 The Craft Club will meet at 10 a.m. Friday, March 3. For March, we will be making scrubbles. The April Craft Club meeting will be April 7, and we will be doing seedlings and or making bag holders.

You do not need to bring anything, as supplies will be provided. Come and enjoy yourself.

automatically, or think you may qualify, please stop by and see Karen or Deb at the Senior Center, and we can apply for Extra Help on line.

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Sandra Coers Donna Quick Frank & Mary Gilmore P.J. Kolb James Dunlap William & Jean Hawk Clyde & Rose Boyer Hal Hoy June Dunk Charles & Carolyn Hovorka Cecilia Zemke Marilyn Becker VILLAGES Village of Chadwick CHURCHES Trinity Lutheran Church, Lanark A complete listing of donors is in the annual report. Copies are available at the Senior Center office.

Would anyone be interested in doing Chair Aerobics? If so, please call us at the Senior Center at 815-244-1800. We have a volunteer, Jodie Purlee, who has graciously offered to come and do classes two times a week.

Do you qualify for extra help with prescription drug costs?

Extra Help is the federal assistance program that helps individuals with limited finances pay for their Medicare prescription drug costs.

In 2016, individuals who receive $1,485 or less each month and have $13,640 or less in assets should qualify for Extra Help. In 2016, couples who receive $2,003 or less each month and have $27,250 or less in assets should qualify for Extra Help.

Do not count your home, vehicles, personal possessions, life insurance,

Nesteggers – 10 a.m.2:30 p.m.

Wednesday, March 15 Taxes – 8:15-11:15 a.m.

Thursday, March 16 Quilters – 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Saturday, March 18 Chadwick Paper Pick-Up – 8-10 a.m.

Monday, March 20 Taxes – 8:15-11:15 a.m.

Tuesday, March 21 Full Board meeting – 9:15 a.m.

Bingo – 12:30-2:30 p.m.

(St. Pat’s Bingo) Wednesday, March 22 Taxes – 8:15-11:15 a.m.

Thursday, March 23 Quilters – 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Monday, March 27 Taxes – 8:15-11:15 a.m.

Wednesday, March 29 Taxes – 8:15-11:15 a.m.

Thursday, March 30 Quilters – 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Fabric, yarn sale continues

During the month of March, we will continue our fabric and yarn sale, so please stop by the Senior Center and check out the bargains. We still have some yarn left at sale prices. We also have some new craft arrivals.

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Senior Services

Seniors Around the County GRO – Great River Outreach The Great River Outreach offers a delicious meal, friendship, and good conversation at two locations. In Savanna, food is served from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, at the former Chestnut Park School near Poopy’s, south of town on state Route 84.

In Mount Carroll, food is served from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday at Mount Carroll United Methodist Church.

Any age is welcome. Donations are accepted but not required.

Penny Von Essen cooks for both locations and food is brought to Mount Carroll. Volunteers are involved in this endeavor. Why eat alone? Consider joining the group often!

Are You Turning 65?

Do you need help understanding Medicare A, B, C and D? Then come and see us at the Senior Center. We will help make this time easier for you.

Turning 65 can be very confusing with all the information you receive in the mail about which Medicare D Plan to take or which supplemental to get. If you have questions, stop by and see our SHIP Counselors, Deb Connor and Karen Holm, and we can help you sort through the confusion. Also remember to stop at the Carroll County

Court House to complete your Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption application and affidavit.

When you turn 65 and become eligible for Medicare, the best time to enroll is during your Initial Enrollment Period.

Your IEP includes the three months before, the month of, and the three months following your 65th birthday.

Your IEP will span from September 2016 to March 2017. If you enroll in Medicare during this time, you will avoid late enrollment penalties.

The date when your Medicare coverage begins depends on when you enroll during your IEP. For your coverage to begin as soon as possible, it is best to enroll in the first three months of your IEP. Your Medicare coverage will then go into effect starting the month you turn 65.

To enroll in Medicare, please stop by the Senior Center and we can do this for you. It is important to be proactive and take the steps to enroll during your IEP. If you miss your IEP, you may be limited to specific times when you can enroll in Medicare in the future, and you may face a penalty for late enrollment, resulting in higher premiums.

The Senior Center is open from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Stop by and get your questions answered.

Coffee for Veterans planned for March 3 In January, we had our first Veterans Coffee, and it was a success! We will meet again from 9 to 10 a.m. Friday, March 3, at the Senior Center. This is a time of sharing memories and experiences over coffee and treats. We invite all veterans from any branch and from all times of service, from World War II to the present.

(Benefits Access Program), free amplified phone program (ITAC), LIHEAP (heating assistance, Oct. 2015 to May 2016), Property Tax Assessment Freeze, etc.

They would be more than happy to help you. Stop at the office, 306 N. Main Street, Mount Carroll, or call 815-244-1800 for assistance or to set up an appointment.

Remember we are now open 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

S.H.I.P. counselors Deb Connor, Karen Holm and Sandra Aude are all SHIP Counselors and Certified Information and Referral Specialists for Aging. Deb and Karen are available for information and/or assistance to clients and their caregivers on Medicare, Medicaid, prescriptions (i.e. Medicare Part D, Social Security Extra Help and patient assistance programs). Deb and Karen can also assist with license plate discount

Miscellaneous We have brochures about social services, Social Security, Medicare, tourism, Rules of the Road books, and much more. Our road maps are in large print. We can offer you the opportunity to use the fax machine or the copy machine, all are free. We offer free notary services, and don’t forget our coffee and cookies are always free. We are here to serve you in whatever way possible.

Transportation Carroll County Transportation now has three buses and six vans, all wheelchair accessible.

CCT provides transportation for citizens of Carroll County, for meals, medical appointments, shopping, and errands throughout Carroll County, and will make trips to Freeport, Sterling, and Clinton, Iowa.

We provide this service to assist those who no longer drive or would rather have someone else do the driving. Call Alicia at 815-244-0011.

What’s Happening at CCSSO

Mount Carroll Senior Center’s second veterans coffee was held Feb. 3. Gathered are (seated, from left) Donna Green and Dick Kehl; and (standing) Curtis Pilgrim, Bev Atherton, Wayne Derrer, Jason Johns, Jack Janssen, and Jim Kominski. Not pictured is John McConnell.

Paper and aluminum can pick-up schedule for March Lanark: Saturday, March 11 (subject to availability of volunteers) 8 to 10 a.m.

Bank parking lot Milledgeville: Saturday, March 11 (subject to availability of volunteers) 8 to 10 a.m.

South side of grocery store Chadwick: Saturday, March 18 (subject to availability of volunteers) 8 to 10 a.m.

City Hall Shannon: No pick-up in March Lake Carroll: The Conference Center Shed has been torn down; the shed has been replaced with a plastic box in the same area. Please place papers in this container from now on.

Mount Carroll:

Would you like to get a discount on your license plates?

If you qualify, you can apply for the Benefits Access Program, formerly Circuit Breaker, and receive a discount on your license plate sticker. Income guidelines per year are: for one – $27,610; and for two – $36,635.

Also if you have applied before please check with us to see if it is that time of the year to reapply for your license plate discount.

Call us at 815-244-1800 to make an appointment for help with your application.

If you applied in 2014, you will need to apply again this year. Remember to bring proof of all income for 2015 (i.e. 1099 from Social Security, or your 1040 or 1040A income tax form, etc.) to complete your license plate discount application.

The Department on Aging has notified us that starting Jan. 1, 2017, you will need to bring proof of income for 2015 and 2016 in order to qualify for the license plate discount.

Weekdays 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Senior Center Thomson: Papers no longer will be picked up in Thomson NOTES: No paper pickup if it is raining. Phone books are welcome. Recyclers cut off the binding and are able to use the paper. Corrugated cardboard is also accepted and taken to Rolling Hills for their use.

Please, no magazines, advertising slicks, glass or plastic bottles, and steel cans.

THANK YOU The newspaper sorters would like to thank everyone who brought paper in and took the time to take out the slicks and did not bring magazines.

This saves us a lot of time and energy trying to figure out what to do with them as we have no way to

dispose of them.

STATISTICS: February 2017 Fiscal Year 2016/2017 Paper sold: 10.49 tons Monthly total: $997.50 Paper sold YTD: 10.49 tons Total YTD: $997.50 5 cent cans sold: $0 Cans sold: $52.15 Lbs. of cans sold: 149 lbs.

Lbs. sold year to date: 1,899 lbs.

Cans sold year to date: $650.10

Well, taxes are underway, we still have a few openings, so if you haven’t made your appointment, please call us soon at 815244-1800 as we are filling up fast.

Don’t forget about our Veterans Coffee at 9 a.m.

Friday, March 3. This is such a nice time to hear about their experiences, both scary times and funny times.

Also on Friday, March 3, at 10 a.m. will be our Craft Meeting. They will be making scrubbies this month. Supplies will be furnished.Please come and enjoy the fellowship.

Please check out the article about the April 1 Dinner and Dance that the Mount Carroll Rotary is putting on. We have tickets for $30 each at the Senior Center.

Daylight savings time begins on Sunday, March 12, so don’t forget to “Spring Ahead” those clocks before you retire for the night on Saturday, March 11.

Don’t forget to call us

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Would you like to learn to play the recorder? If so, we are happy to announce Kay Davis has volunteered to do classes.

The first class will be at 10 a.m. Friday, March 10.

If you have COPD or arthritis in your hands, playing the recorder will help with both of these. We need 6 people to start, and no experience is necessary. Kay said if you are breathing and can count to four, you qualify. Please call the Senior Center at 815-244-1800 or toll free at 866-214-1959 to let us know if you are interested in participating in this group. and let us know if you are interested in “Chair Aerobics”. This would be a great asset to seniors and disabled persons to increase their flexibility and enjoy some time together.

If you donated art work to the Senior Center, please call the Senior Center if you would like your name on the art work for the Art Auction being held April 1.

Call us at 815-244-1800 or toll free at 866-214-1959.

We are having a St.

Pat’s Bingo at 12:30 p.m.

Tuesday, March 21.

Carroll County Transit is looking for an assistant dispatcher/driver. Strong computer knowledge required; experience not necessary, but a plus. Up to 15 hours a week. Call CCT at 815-244-0011.

Please stop by and buy some raffle tickets for the beautiful quilt. Tickets are $1 for one or $5 for 6 tickets. Drawing will be held on April 13.

We will deliver Groceries to your door...

ON THURSDAYS*!

Friendly. Helpful. Near.

We’re part of your community.

For more information about FHN healthcare services or to find a physician, please call 1-877-6000-FHN (1-877-600-0346).

Recorder lessons

CALL US ON THURSDAY BEFORE 11 A.M.

815-244-8625

Inside Mt. Carroll city limits, $2; Outside Mt. Carroll city limits, $5..

• Groceries will be delivered Thursday afternoon • Delivering to the Mt. Carroll, Lanark and Chadwick area • $20 minimum order outside Mt. Carroll.

Excludes cigarettes & alcohol

Shaw’s Market is here for you!

www.fhn.org

“We’re the kind of store you want us to be.”

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CELEBRATE RECOVERY! A program based on the Bible.

Weekly Meeting Every Friday from 6:00-8:00 P.M. at York Community Church, Thomson, IL. Contact: Robert Heath @ 815-2593550.

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MEET SINGLES RIGHT NOW! No paid operators, just real people like you. Browse greetings, exchange messages and connect live.

Try it free.

Call now: 800-357-4970 (MCN)

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A childless married couple seeks to adopt. Will be hands-on mom & devoted dad. Fisecurity. nancial Expenses PAID. Call Holly & Tiger.

1-800-790-5260 (ask for Adam) (MCN) PREGNANT? CONADOPSIDERING TION? Call us first.

Living expenses, housing, medical, and continued support afterwards. Choose adoptive family of your choice. Call 24/7. 855390-6047 (Void in IL & IN) (MCN)

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BY OWNER

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MOBILE HOMES 230 WANT TO BUY 255 Wanted to buy: 10 to 25 acres in Carroll or Ogle County, wooded land, no realtors.

Call 630-2636776.

APARTMENTSFURNISHED 305 CHADWICK Chadwick - 2BR 1st floor, w/applcs, 815-499-0463

DIXON Dixon Square Apts. 1540 Freedom Walk 815-284-3409 Wait List Open Subsidized Housing currently accepting applications for 1 & 2BR apts.

AMBOY Nice 2BR w/applcs $500/mo + lease & dep. 815-716-0123

DIXON 2 BR upper $450 rent / $450 deposit + utilities; 422 S. Peoria, no pets 815-284-7609

HOMES FOR RENT

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MILLEDGEVILLE 3BR 2BA 2 car garage duplex $550/mo. + dep., no util. incl., no pets, ref. required.

815-973-4228 or 815-947-2931

MT. CARROLL Chadwick/Mt Carroll 3BR countryhomes, remodeled.

2 car garages. 815499-0463.

STERLING Sick of do nothing landlords? ™ 3BR, all redone. $598/mo.

815-878-7399 Why Rent?™ You can own. Remodeled 3BR, $695/mo 712 E. 12th St. 815878-6356.

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Are you in BIG trouble with the IRS? Stop wage & bank levies, liens & audits, unfiled tax returns, payroll issues, & resolve tax debt FAST. Call 888-606-6673 (MCN) STUDENT LOAN got PAYMENTS you down?

We can help reduce payments and get under finances control, call: 866871-1626 (MCN)

STERLING

SHANNON

EMPLOYMENT

For Sale by Owner: 3BR, 1BA, Remodeled, E side of town. $29,000 815-875-2099

2-3BR upper apt., appliances, with water & garbage. pets, non No smoking. $400/mo. + refs. & dep. Call 815-541-9738.

2BR Apt. 905 #. 3rd St., Sterling $500 /mo. + dep. 630639-9164

CDL CLASS A Drivers needed for part time work, April-Oct. Most all work would be on Mon., some work could be SunWeds. Also need Drivers with passports for 6 trips into Canada. Good pay plus hotels paid.

Call Phil 815-973-4054

2BR Upper, 801 E. 2nd St., new carpet, new windows, W/D hookup. $475/mo. + $475 dep. Avail.

Immed. No pets.

815-590-2181

Drive with Uber. need a You'll Smartphone.

It's fun and easy. For more information, 1-800-902call: 9366 (MCN)

HOMES FOR SALE

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125 Acre parcel with 2BR ranch home for sale.

40 acres tillable, 36 acres in CRP and balance timber.

MLS 20162226 $679,000.

Please call Jim Sullivan Realty @ 815-947-9040 for additional information.

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OPEN INTERVIEWS

EMPLOYMENT

CARRIER NEEDED

The Prairie Advocate needs a carrier to deliver the paper on Tuesdays or Wednesdays immediately.

The route is on the north end of town, north of the railroad tracks and involves 125 papers.

The rate of pay is $15.00 per week payable once a month on the last week of each month. With nicer weather coming this would be the perfect part time job for a student of retired person looking to get some exercise.

If interested, please call Craig at 815-625-3600, extension 5605.

Also, now taking names for future openings.

CLASS-A CDL

LOCAL DRIVER:

Full-time and parttime positions available. Mechanical abilities a plus.

Tanker endorsement required. No hazmat needed.

Fill out an application at Chadwick Oil & Ag 725 N. Main St. Chadwick, IL 815-684-5800 Local chemical and fertilizer company has positions for seasonal truck drivers. Applicants must have a minimum of a Class B CDL with air brakes and a current medical card.

Interested candidates can call (815) 537-5131 or inquire at Rock River Lumber & Grain at 5502 Lyndon Road Prophetstown, IL 61277 MAKE $1,000 WEEKLY! Paid in advance!

Mailing Brochures at Home! Easy pleasant work. Begin Immediately! Age unimportant! www.homemoney77.com (MCN) Molly's Kitchen and Bar is taking applications for prep cooks, line cooks, servers, and dishwashers.

We are looking for hardworking and reliable individuals.

Please leave a message at 815 906 0052, or email resume to mollyskitchen andbar@gmail.com

Country Inn & Suites Wednesday, March 8, 2017 NOON – 6:00PM

Every Applicant is guaranteed an interview!!

If you are an enthusiastic, caring individual

Plan to attend our Open Interviews!!

We are hiring for ALL SHIFTS for Direct Support Person positions.

We offer Health and Life Insurance, 401K, Paid Training, Vacation Time and Holiday Pay. Direct Care Candidates must fill out an application.

HS diploma or GED, Valid Driver’s License required.

EMPLOYMENT

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Over the Road carrier seeking experienced drivers. Midwest and west coast, no east coast. Drivers average 3,000+ miles per week, loaded and empty miles paid. Call recruiting 1-800645-3748 www.gfltruck.com (MCN) PAID IN ADMake VANCE! $1000 Weekly Mailing Brochures From Home! ?No Experience ReHelping quired. home workers since 2001! Genuine Opportunity.

Start Immediately! www.IncomeMailers.net (VOID IN SD, WI) (MCN) PT Cook Apply within at Mill Weel Tavern 337 N. Main Ave. Milledgeville, IL TRUCK DRIVERS. Company CDL-A Drivers and Owner Great Operators. pay and benefits.

Driver friendly. All miles paid. Many bonuses.

Home when needed. Nice equipment.

Paid weekly. WWW. MCFGTL.COM Call now 507-437-9905 (MCN)

HOME HEALTH CARE 509 Home Health Care Specialist Registered Medical Assistant CPR and First Aid Certified Reasonable rates and References Available Please call Annette 815-990-7656 Annette.denise @yahoo.com

Here’s How It Works: Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box.

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AREA GARAGE SALES 624

APPLIANCES

710

Reliable, LIKE NEW used appliances, cmsappliance.net (815)626-1003

CLOTHING

730

Lanark Shoe Repair- Complete shoe repair plus zippers replaced in most items. Connie Holbrook, 815-493-6296.

Quality Transport Co. is looking for a

FULL TIME OTR DRIVER • Must have CDL-A • 23 Years of age • Clean MVR. ****Home weekly**** ****Sign on bonus**** Benefits for full time SM-ST15828-0301

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RIP -N- TEAR: Sewing RepairsBlue Jeans, Work Clothes & Zippers Replaced.

In Thomson area 815-541-3178

MEDICAL SUPPLIES

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ATTENTION: VIAGRA AND CIALIS USERS! A cheaper alternative to high drugstore prices!

50 Pill Special $99 FREE Shipping! 100 Percent Guaranteed. CALL NOW: 1-800-7959687 (MCN) DIGITAL HEARING AIDS Now offering a 45Day Risk Free Offer! FREE BATTERIES for Life!

Call to start your free trial! 855-9820724 (MCN) Got Knee Pain?

Back Pain?

Shoulder Pain?

Get a pain-relieving brace at little or NO cost to you.

Medicare Patients Call Health Hotline Now! 1- 800-6042613 (MCN) LIVING WITH KNEE OR BACK PAIN? Medicare may recipients qualify to receive a pain relieving brace at little or no cost.

Call now! 844-6684578 (MCN) OXYGEN - AnyAnywhere. time.

No tanks to refill.

No deliveries. The All-New Inogen One G4 is only 2.8 pounds! FAA approved! FREE info kit: 844-852-7448 (MCN) Stop OVERPAYING for your prescriptions! SAVE! Call our licensed Canadian and Inpharternational macy, compare and get prices $25.00 OFF your prescription! first CALL 1-800-2634059 Promo Code CDC201625 (MCN)

PETS & PET SUPPLIES 775 AKC Australian PupShepherd pies, 6 wks., first shots, $400 Call if interested 815-298 8373

LAWN & GARDEN

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FRUIT & NUT TREES. Blueberry, Strawberry, Grape, Asparagus, Evergreen & Hardwood Plants & MORE! FREE catalog.

WOODSTOCK NURSERY, N1831 Hwy 95, Neillsville, WI 54456. Toll Free 888-803-8733 wallace-wood stock.com (MCN)

WANT TO BUY 795 NEWSPAPERS, aluminum cans for Senior Services recycling project. Will pick up in Lanark & Milledgeville on the 2nd Sat. of month; Chadwick on the 3rd Sat. In Lake Carroll, take to the Ctr. Conference Shed. In Mt. Carroll, take to the Sr. Center from 8AM -1PM, Mon. thru Friday. 244-1800 Skid loader in any condition.

Call or text 563-212-7699 WANTED: 20HP boat motor, elec. start, long shaft.

Call 815-878-6195

MISCELLANEOUS 796 FOR SALE A PLACE FOR MOM. The nation's largest senior living service. referral Contact our trusted, local experts today! Our service is FREE/no obligation. CALL 1-800442-5148 (MCN) ADT Security protects your home & family from "what if" scenarios. Fire, flood, burglary or carbon monoxide, ADT provides 24/7 security. Don't wait! Call Now! 1-888-607-9294 (MCN) ALL THINGS BASEMENTY! Basement Systems Inc. Call us for all of your basement needs! Waterproofing, Finishing, Structural Repairs, Humidity and Mold Control. FREE ESTIMATES! Call 1-800-640-8195 (MCN)

MISCELLANEOUS 796 FOR SALE

MISCELLANEOUS 796 FOR SALE

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Attention Roofers and Contractors!!

Are you looking for more income, free time and/or owning your own business? Seeking individuals to apply commercial sprayon roof coatings.

Must be honest, highly motivated, teachable & reachable. Start-up fee training. includes Serious inquiries only.

Call 1-855-2221986 today, for more info! (MCN)

Free Pills! Viagra!!

Call today to find out how to get your free Pills! Price too low to Mention!

Call today 1-877560-0997 (MCN)

Spectrum Triple Play: TV, Internet & Voice for $29.99 ea. 60 MB per second speed. No contract or commitment. We buy your existing contract up to $500!

1-800-919-3588 (MCN)

CASH PAID for unexpired, sealed DIABETIC TEST STRIPS! 1 DAY PAYMENT & P REPAID shipping.

HIGHEST PRICES! Call 1-888-3890695. www.cash 4diabeticsupplies.com (MCN) Cell phone bill too Call now high? and see how big you can save. National 4G coverage for less! 855-5499399 (MCN) Change the way you watch TVGet rid of cable and get DIRECTV! You may also qualify to receive $100 VISA gift card when you sign up today - Limited time Only. CALL NOW! 844-3591203 (MCN) DISH TV - BEST DEAL EVER! Only $39.99/mo.

Plus $14.99/mo Internet (where avail.) FREE FREE Streaming.

Install (up to 6 rooms.) FREE HDDVR. Call 1-800390-3140 (MCN) DISH TV - BEST DEAL EVER! Only $39.99/mo.

Plus $14.99/mo Internet (where avail.) FREE FREE Streaming.

Install (up to 6 rooms.) FREE HDDVR. Call 1-800390-3140 (MCN) Exede satellite Internet. Affordable, high speed broadband satellite Internet anywhere in the U.S. Order now and save $100.

Plans start at $39.99/month.

Call 1-800-7129365 (MCN)

Fuel Trailer Close-Out Sale!

TOW Dollies 4 models Starting at $999.00; 6'X12' Vnose, ramp door $2,750.00; 4-Place Snowmobiletrailers SAVE$$; Scissor lift trailers; Dump trailers 14 Models starting at $2,799.00; Trailer Repairs & 100's of trailer parts. Www. FortDodgeTrailer World.com 515972-4554 (MCN) GET HELP NOW! One Button Senior Medical Alert.

Falls, Fires & Emergencies happen.

24/7 Protection.

Only $14.99/mo.

Call NOW 1-888840-7541 (MCN) Groves Hill Cemetery. Morrison IL. Cemetery lots Garrison addition.

10 adjoining spaces will sell as a block or individually Price Negotiable.

646-224-7941 Have you or a loved one had lung cancer?

Call NOW to see if you are eligible for compensation!

855-553-4502 (MCN) Heat your entire home, domestic water and more with the Classic Outdoor Wood Furnace. Dual fuel ready models available.

Northwest Plumbing, Heating & Pumps (815) 684-9977.

Paying too much for car insurance?

Not sure? Want better coverage?

Call now for a free quote and learn more today! 855417-7382 (MCN) Stop paying too much for cable, and get DISH today. Call 855-5891962 to learn more about our special offers! (MCN)

SWITCH TO DIRECTV. From $50/Month, includes FREE Genie HD/DVR #3 months HBO, SHOWTIME, CINEMAX, STARZ. Get a $50 Gift Card. Call 877894-5275 (MCN) Switch to DIRECTV. Lock in 2Year Price Guaran($50/month) tee w/AT&T Wireless.

Over 145 Channels Popular PLUS Movie Networks for Three Months, No Cost! Call 1-800203-4378 (MCN)

FARM LAND WANTED

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8 Big Round Bales of grass hay net wrap. $360 815-225-7824 FOR SALE-small bales of alfalfa, grass hay & wheat straw. Call 815440-4621.

CLASSIC CARS

904

1995 Camero Z28 less convertible, than 44,000 original mi., w/ LT1 motor, triple black, exc. cond. asking $12,000 /obo. 815626-7278

AUTOMOBILES

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DONATE YOUR CAR TO CHARITY Receive maximum value of write off for your taxes.

Running or not! All conditions accepted. Free pickup.

Call for details.

855-752-6680 (MCN)

DONATE YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR BOAT TO HERITAGE FOR THE BLIND. Free 3 Day Vacation, Tax Deductible, Free Towing, All Paperwork Taken Care Of. 1800-283-0205 (MCN)

S.U.V.S

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2001 Mercedes ML 320, 132K, AWD, hitch, reliable. $4950.

Call 815-312-0037

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In search of crop land for rent, if interested please call Eric 815-821-5380

HAY & STRAW

AUTOMOBILES

905

2002 Mazda Protege, 103k mi., great work car, 779$2600/obo 245-8950

Visit the classifieds online!

TRUCKS

910

1996 S10 2WD, ALL NEW tires, alternator, battery, gas tank, brakes, AM/FM CD radio, $1,800 815-535-1151

VANS

911

1998 Dodge Ram Van; custom interior towing auto 318 nice. $1,100. Well maint. 815-762-1336

PARTS & ACC.

925

Get the Best Price for Your Car!

2009 P/J Car Trailer 18ft. Flat bed great shape. $2,400 obo 815-973-3832

BOATS/MOTORS

940

24' Sun Cruiser Pontoon, 60 hp 3 yr.old E-Tec, kept in storage, bought new pontoon, so must sell!! $7000 815-652-4258

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3BR, 2BA, C/A, Lg lot. Single Garage.

Needs some work.

507 E. Franklin St. Call for appt.

815-275-5182

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Author speaks to Eastland students

New board serving Heartland Pet Welfare

Photo by Michael Miller for Prairie Advocate

Photo submitted by Laurie Woessner

Author and poet Paul Orshoski spoke to students from kindergarten to sixth grade Feb. 22 at Eastland Elementary School in Shannon. The retired teacher and administrator shared writing tips, and recited and discussed his poems and books. Orshoski writes books for children from kindergarten to second grade.

Pictured are members of the new Heartland Pet Welfare board. They are (front, from left) Treasurer John Gloor, Secretary Amy Prowant, Vice President Penny Kreusch and President Mark Maidak; and (back, from left) shelter Manager Sue Walker and board members Elaine Shanks and Freddie Preston. Absent were members Brad Cate and Marietta Schreiner. The board met Feb. 15 at Calvary Baptist Church in Savanna. It agreed to have open hours from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Thursdays and Sundays. The new phone number is 815-273-0556.

AUCTION

STUDENT NEWS

PLATTEVILLE, Wisconsin – Two Carroll County students were among the graduating class of fall 2016 at the University of WisconsinPlatteville. Josiah Michael of Lanark graduated with a degree in electrical engineering. Patrick Fritz of Mount Carroll graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering.

Like Ogle-Carroll Ag in the Classroom on Facebook

The Ogle-Carroll Ag in the Classroom recently created a Facebook page. If you, your child or grandchild has participated in Ag in the Classroom, please search on Facebook to continue the positive and enlightening education and information.

Agriculture in the Classroom is a statewide educational program. Its goal is to help students, teachers, and the general public gain a greater awareness of the role of agriculture in the economy and society.

Thousands of farm products are in the world around us – our plates, in the clothes we wear, in the medicine that makes us well, and in earth – friendly fuels and plastics.

With less than 2 percent of our population involved in production agriculture, many people do not know the source of their food and fiber. Americans spend less of their total income on food than any country in the world – only 11 percent. Ag in the Classroom is offered through the University of Illinois Extension Ogle County in

SCOTT’SS ELECTRIC SCOTT LINDSTROM, Owner ALL KINDS ELECTRICAL WORK

HOME • FARM • COMMERCIAL

Lanark 493-2711

partnership with Ogle County Farm Bureau, Carroll County Farm Bureau, Ogle County Soil & Water, and Carroll County Soil & Water.

For more information on Ag in the Classroom, call the University of Illinois Ogle County Extension office at 815-732-2191. The Ogle

In Carroll Countyy — it’s

PUBLIC AUCTION

21-78 Lake Carroll Blvd., Lake Carroll, IL

Public Auction

Saturday March, 11, 2017 of Charles Miller and others Auction Starts at 10:00AM Doors open at 9:00 AM

Town, Lake & Count y

Call Me! Patti 815.266.4020

County Extension office is located at 421 W. Pines Rd. in Oregon and is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

TIPTON AUCTION SERVICE – 3001 IL Route 84, Thomson, IL

SM-ST17151-0301

2 local students graduate from UW Platteville

@Tipton Auction House 3001 IL RT. 84 Thomson, IL. 61285 Collectible, Household, Antique, Shelving.

For complete listing and pictures go to: Auction Zip #3815 www. Tipton Auction Service .net Frank Tipton, Auctioneer, ftipton@grics.net • 815-590-8206 Lunch by Dustys 815-259-5015 FFL licensed, Visa / M/C and Discover accepted

For Pictures & Complete Listing go to www.TiptonAuctionService.net

Hunger doesn’t take a vacation…

Help feed kids in your community this summer!

SAT., MARCH 4TH 10:00 AM

JAMES & JOANNE FREESE 12627 E. CHELSEA RD., STOCKTON Location: E. of Stockton, 4mi. N. on 78, 1mi. E. on Chelsea Rd. Jim & JoAnne ran the Chelsea Cheese Factory for many yrs.

If inclement weather, sale held in shed.

USUAL HOUSEHOLD including Whirlpool self-cleaning gas stove; GARAGE ITEMS: Cub Cadet HDS 2135, 36in.; Ranch King 17.5 42in. mower; 42in. snowblade; aerator; 3hp. Cub Cadet tiller; ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES: icebox; 3 gal. milkcan/seat; Hanover wood carpenter box; wood butter churn; toys; Elgin pocket watch; Miller & Hamm’s Beer sign; iron kettle; Tru Scale farm toys; W. Point boys bike; crock jugs; cheese factory items; COINS: silver $’s!

TERMS: CASH OR CHECK, MUST HAVE PHOTO ID TO REGISTER, JIM CALHOUN, AUCTIONEER IL LIC.440000333 MT. CARROLL 815-244-9660, FOR FULL LISTING & PICTURES www.calhounauction.com

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The Auction Shed

Location: The Auction Shed at 900 S. Division Ave (Rt 26), Polo, IL 61064 See advance salebills, possible color photos on our website at topauctions24-7.com/paspolo & Auction Zip

Sunday, March 5, 2017 9:30 am Poorboys Catering

Items belonging to the Charles Lawson, Richard C Smith & Marilyn L Smith Trust, Helen Miller Estate and others. Viewing will begin sale day at 8:30 am. Auction ring one starts on rack items at 9:30 am. Ring two starts at 12:00 noon on floor items.

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GE refrigerator; Kenmore washer & dryer (gas); tables & chairs; hutches; china cabinet; usual kitchenware; sets of Pfaltzgraff Blue Village & Willow Ware dishware; flatware in case; vases; cookbooks & reading books; microwave; plate racks; Campbell soup cups; baskets (few Longaberger); baker’s rack; stools; card tables & chairs; sofas; recliners; coffee & end tables; foot stools; sofa table; desks incl sm rolltop; wood TV trays; VCR tapes & CD’s; wood tiered plant stand; pictures; Phillips boom box; Yamaha elec organ - Console Piano; beds; dresser; chests; Sealy Posturematic bed; Freedom Grip Plus bed rail; linens & bedding; vacuum; yarn; wicker chairs, coffee table & hamper; Drive Medical 4 Wheel walker; ½ rack of figurines; lots of Christmas decorations; Pillsbury Dough Boy collection incl 3’ boy; lawn furniture; golf clubs; hose; shepherd hooks; lawn ornaments; garden tools; weed eater; leaf blower; push mower; power tools; twin wash tubs; misc storage racks; step ladders; sm Homark rolling tool chest; several tool boxes loaded with tools; 1992 Buick Roadmaster; plus lots more.

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SPORTS HIGHLIGHTS

By Craig Lang Prairie Advocate Sports

Class 1A Boys Basketball Regionals EASTLAND REGIONAL Feb. 20 Polo 67, Forreston 59: Polo took a 36-24 halftime lead and held off the Cardinals for the quarterfinal winl. Forreston closed the gap to 3 points in the fourth, but the Marcos retook control.

Brady Webb led Polo with 18 points, while teammate Trevin Woodin added 16. Forreston was led by Brandon Schneiderman’s 16 points.

Pearl City 44, Erie 39: The Wolves took a 14-4 first-quarter lead and held on to advance to the semifinals. Early cold shooting plagued Erie. Pearl City was led

by Brock Smargiassi’s 18 points, while Erie was topped by Josh Hammer, who scored 12.

Feb. 21 Freeport Aquin 59, Polo 41: The start of the game was back and forth, until the Bulldogs closed the first quarter with 3 treys in 3 possessions to open up a 20-13 lead. Aquin never relinquished its lead and cruised into the regional final. Zac Cummins’ 15 points led Aquin, while Reid Taylor scored 11 points to lead the Marcos.

Feb. 22 Eastland 49, Pearl City 45: In a contest that featured 10 lead changes, the Cougars hit a couple key free throws down the stretch to escape to the championship game. Eastland led 24-21 at the half, but trailed 36-35 entering the final quarter. Ethan Christians’ 17 points topped Eastland. The Wolves were led by Seth Palmer’s 15 points.

Feb. 24 Freeport Aquin 55, Eastland 54: The Cougars held a 13-7 lead after one, and the game was knotted at 24-24 at the half. A 19-11 third quarter put Aquin up going into the fourth, but Eastland battled its way back into the game

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www.prairieadvocate.com • BE A PRAIRIE ADVOCATE • March 1, 2017 • Page A19 STOCKTON REGIONAL Feb. 20 Galena 63, Warren 52 Feb. 21 Milledgeville 57, Scales Mound 38: The Missiles held a 26-21 lead at the half, then exploded in the second half, outscoring the Hornets 31-17 to roll into the semifinals.

Cade Schave led all scorers with 29 points, with teammate Kyle Ottens adding 10. Scales Mound was led

by Sam Townsend’s 14 points.

Stockton 64, River Ridge 58 (OT): The Blackhawks were able to fend off the Wildcats in overtime to advance.

Luke Huschitt scored 22 points to lead Stockton, with Alex Staver adding 17 points. Trey Thomas scored 27 points for River Ridge.

Feb. 22 East Dubuque 40, Galena 27 Feb. 23 Milledgeville 47, Stockton 33: A stifling defense and hot shooting

by Kyle Ottens and Cade Schave sent Milledgeville to the win and a spot in the title game. The Missiles extended a 10-9 first-quarter lead into a 26-16 intermission edge, holding the Blackhawks’ offense to oly 15 shot attempts in the first half. Stockton cut the lead to 30-26 in the third, but the Missiles responded with a 17-7 run to close out the game. Ottens led the Missiles with 21 points, 7 steals, 6 assists and 4 rebounds, while Schave contributed 14 points, 8 rebounds, and 3 blocks. Hayden Fox led the Blackhawks with 13 points, while teammate Luke Huschitt added 8.

Feb. 24 East Dubuque 32, Milledgeville 26: The Missiles gave the Warriors all they could handle, but a poor shooting final quarter sent East Dubuque to the championship victory. The Missiles fell just short of their first regional title. Free throws down the stretch made the difference for East Dubuque.

Payton Heller led the Warriors with 12 points and 7 rebounds. Kyle Ottens topped Milledgeville with 15 points LE-WIN REGIONAL Feb. 20 Dakota 54, Pecatonica 49 Feb. 21 Schaumburg Christian 74, Rockford Keith Country Day 51 Le-Win 67, Durand 33: The Panthers jumped out to a 12-2 first-quarter lead and rolled into the semifinals. Le-Win extended its lead to 36-17 at the half and 50-28 at the end of three quarters. Isaiah Bruce led the Panthers with 16

points, and Ty Chrisman added 13.

Durand was led by Ben Robins and Hunter Broge, who each scored 13.

Feb. 22 Elgin Harvest Christian 72, Dakota 49 Le-Win 68, Schaumburg Christian 44: The Panthers trailed 8-3 after one quarter and 23-16 at the half, but came roaring back in the second half, outscoring Christian 22-6 in the third quarter and 30-15 in the fourth. Parker Magee led the Panthers with 17 points, 15 coming in the second half. Teammate Isaiah Bruce added 16. Schaumburg Christian was led

by Michael Patrella’s 15 points, with Joey Alsum adding 12.

Feb. 24 Elgin Harvest Christian 57, Le-Win 51: The sixth-seeded Panthers stayed closed t hroughout, but couldn’t get past the top-seeded Lions in the title game. Harvest Christian was led by Andre White’s 17 points. Isaiah Bruce led Le-Win with 23 points, and teammate Ty Chrisman added 9.

Class 1A Boys Basketball Postseason Schedule

PECATONICA SECTIONAL Tuesday East Dubuque vs. Orangeville Today Freeport Aquin vs. Elgin Harvest Christian Academy, 7 p.m.

Friday Championship, 7 p.m.

Class 2A Boys Basketball Postseason Schedule

DeKALB SECTIONAL March 7 Pecatonica sectional winner vs.

Chicago Hope sectional winner, 6 p.m.

Class 2A Boys Basketball Regional

52: The Comets had their longrange shooting in high gear, as they dropped a bevy of 3-pointers to end the Mustangs’ season. Newman hit 6 threes in the opening quarter and totalled 15 for the game to advance to the championship. Newman led 40-21 at the half, and extended the advantage to as many as 27 points.

Brady Osborne led Newman with 18 points, with Travis Williams adding 16. Ben Brackemyer led Morrison with 21 points.

Winnebago 58, Fulton 34: The Indians jumped out to a 27-17 lead and got Fulton into early foul trouble as the Steamers’ season ended with the semifinal loss.

Fulton trailed 30-18 early in the third quarter before Winnebago went on a 14-4 run to put the game way. Andrew Morrissey led the Indians with 19 points and 9 rebounds. Cody Sanderson topped the Steamers with 10 points.

Feb. 24 Winnebago 67, Sterling Newman 66: Despite trailing by 12 points at the half, the Comets battled back but fell to the Indians in the title game. Newman trailed by a single possession several times in the final quarter, but couldn’t take the lead. Shooting woes plagued the Comets from the start. Winnebago’s Andrew Morrissey led the Indians with 22 points and 14 rebounds.

Eli Leffelman led Newman with 23 points, and teammate Travis Williams added 16.

MORRISON REGIONAL Feb. 20 Morrison 47, West Carroll 41: The Mustangs held a 22-16 lead at the half and held on to eliminate the Thunder in the opening game of the Morrison Regional. The two teams played an even second half. Morrison was led by Ben Brackemyer’s 13 points. Jacob Dunk scored 10 points to lead West Carroll.

Fulton 59, Prophetstown 55: The Steamers held off the Prophets to advance out of the opening round. Fulton led 29-26 at the half. Cody Sanderson scored 15 points to lead the Steamers, while Owen Behren’s 17 points led Prophetstown.

Feb. 22 Sterling Newman 74, Morrison

BYRON SECTIONAL Tuesday Winnebago vs. Kewanee Today Rock Island Alleman vs.

Rockford Christian, 7 p.m.

Friday Championship, 7 p.m.

DeKALB SUPERSECTIONAL March 7 Byron sectional winner vs.

Seneca sectional winner, 7:30 p.m.

Class 3A Boys Basketball Postseason Schedule PEORIA NOTRE DAME REGIONAL Tuesday Sterling vs. Peoria Notre Dame/ Metamora winner, 7 p.m.

Today Geneseo vs. Peoria Richwoods/ Dunlap winner, 7 p.m.

Friday Championship, 7 p.m.

MOUNT CARROLL – Youth who were ages 8 to 18 on Sept. 1, 2016, may join the Driving Drafts SPIN Club sponsored by the Carroll County 4-H. Participants will learn about draft horses and their uses, and learn how to ground drive. You do not need to own a horse to attend. Draft horses will be provided.

The club will meet from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturdays (March 4, April 8 and May 13) and from 5:30 to 8 p.m.

Elgin St. Edward 42 Feb. 25 Third Place Elgin St. Edward 47, Camp Point Central 42 Championship Byron 55, Bloomington Central Catholic 32

Other Area Boys Basketball Scores

NUIC West Girls Basketball AllConference Teams

Feb. 21 Sterling 59, Yorkville 30: The Golden Warriors cruised on Senior Night at home. The win assured Sterling of the outright NIB-12 West conference title. Sterling’s trapping zone defense gave the Foxes fits all evening. A 24-4 run allowed Sterling to take control on its way to a 34-9 halftime lead. Myles Williams and Ryan Blackburn each scored 12 points for the Golden Warriors, while Javell Moore scored 8 points to top Yorkville.

Feb. 22 Freeport 60, Belvidere North 55: The Pretzels claimed the close victory over the Blue Thunder.

Cade Budenz scored 17 points to lead Freeport, with teammate Grant Holman adding 14. Bennett O’Connell led the Blue Thunder with 14 points, and Marco Yates added 12.

Class 1A Girls Basketball Supersectional AT OGLESBY Feb. 20 Annawan 55, Galena 44

Class 1A Girls Basketball State Finals

AT NORMAL Feb. 24 Annawan 51, Elgin Harvest Christian Academy 42 Mendon Unity 42, Hardin Calhoun 34 Feb. 25 Third Place Hardin Calhoun 72, Elgin Harvest Christian Academy 51 Championship Annawan 39, Mendon Unity 37

Class 2A Girls Basketball Supersectional

* indicates a unanimous selection First Team: Skylar Culbertson, East Dubuque*; Makenzie Fink, Eastland*; Katie Furlong, Galena*; Tyra Clark, Pearl City*; Sydney Schuler, Galena; Lydia Coatney, Eastland; Tabria Thomas, River Ridge/Scales Mound Second Team: Tia Clark, Pearl City; Aspyn Stewart, Stockton; Madison Feyen, East Dubuque; Bri Haight, Le-Win; Emily Offenheiser, Stockton; Brynn Bohnsack, Warren; Hayley Guilinger, West Carroll Honorable Mention: Erin Henze, Eastland; Katie Krogman, Eastland; Kristen Calvert, Galena; Madilyn Schultz, Le-Win; Anna Hulscher, Galena; Erin Winter, River Ridge/Scales Mound; Makaila Stuckey, Warren Final NUIC West Girls basketball Standings (1) Galena 12-0, 29-2; (2) East Dubuque 10-2, 22-4; (3) Eastland 9-3, 24-9; (4) Pearl City 7-5, 18-11; (5) River Ridge/Scales Mound 6-6, 13-16; (6) Stockton 5-7, 13-15; (7) Le-Win 3-9, 8-20; (8) Warren 2-10, 5-22; (9) West Carroll 0-12, 2-25

Guilinger, Appel make college picks

Two West Carroll athletes will move on to play college sports. Senior Hayley Guilinger announced she will continue her golf career at Carl Sandburg College in Galesburg. She shot a 94 at the Rock Falls Sectional to place 29th. Senior lineman Justin Appel will play football at Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa.

Baseball and softball previews

AT MONMOUTH Byron 56, Sherrard 20

Class 2A Girls Basketball State Finals

AT NORMAL Feb. 24 Byron 53, Camp Point Central 37 Bloomington Central Catholic 45,

With the boys and girls area basketball teams now done for another season, we’ll turn our attention to the upcoming baseball and softball seasons. Preseason preview questionnaires go out this week, and as soon as we begin receiving the responses you’ll see them in the upcoming sports pages of the Prairie Advocate. Stay tuned for the previews and season schedules.

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ROCHELLE REGIONAL Tuesday Rochelle vs. Freeport, 7 p.m.

Today Woodstock Marian vs. Belvidere, 7 p.m.

Friday Championship, 7 p.m.

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Friday, February 24 Boy’s Regional Basketball (TBD) Saturday, February 25 Girls State Basketball (TBD) Coaches Corner (8:30am) Tuesday, February 28 Boy’s Sectional Tournament (TBA) Wednesday, March 1 Boy’s Sectional Tournament (TBA) Thursday, March 2 Boy’s Sectional Tournament (TBA) Friday, March 3 Boy’s Sectional Tournament (TBA) Tuesday, March 7 Boy’s Super-Sectional BB (TBA) Friday, March 10 & Saturday, March 11 Boy’s State Basketball at Peoria

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