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Officials: Be safe this Fourth of July Local firefighters urge residents to ‘leave it to the professionals’ / 3

CELEBRATE INDEPENDENCE

Annual Freedom Days to include parade, fireworks, more

By DAVID LANZAFAME dlanzafame@gmail.com

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he city of Sandwich will host its annual Freedom Days festival and events during the fourth of July weekend.

The festivities will begin with the parade at 10 a.m.

Saturday, July 4, at the Sandwich Fairgrounds, 1401 Suydam Road.

According to the Sandwich Park District, the Freedom Days parade gets more than 100 entries each year. Local participants in the parade will include local businesses, nonprofit organizations, groups from Sandwich High School, local bands, members of the VFW, Sandwich sports teams, the Sandwich Fire and Police departments, and the Shriners.

The Freedom Run will be Sunday, July 5, with a 1 mile race starting at 8 a.m. and a 5K race beginning at 8:30 a.m.

Registration will remain open, even on the day of the race, ending at 7 a.m and 7:45 a.m., respectively.

A Tot Trot race for children 5 years and younger will begin at 7:45 a.m. No registration is required. All races will take place at James Knight Park at 1001 N. Latham Road.

A fireworks display also will be held at the Sandwich Fairgrounds at dusk Sunday. Patrons can enter the fairgrounds for the fireworks at the main gate off of Suydam Road and exit through Lisbon Road.

Food also will be available at the fireworks display.

The city of Sandwich asks for a donation of $5 a family.

LEFT: The Renegade Regiment plays during the Sandwich Freedom Days parade.

BELOW LEFT: The Sandwich Cub Scouts ride during the Sandwich Freedom Days parade.

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WHERE IT’S AT Obituaries.............................................4 SFD Call log..........................................6 Local events........................................9 Sandwich Park District news...10-11 Forum....................................................15 Library news.......................................16 Food......................................................17 Health & Fitness................................18 Sports............................................19-20

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Last year’s Freedom Run Race 5K in Sandwich featured 125 runners participating.

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2X NEWS • Wednesday, July 1, 2015 • Sandwich Record / KendallCountyNow.com

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Sandwich mayor Rick Olson rolls through town on one of the antique John Deere tractors in Saturday’s Tractor Parade through Sandwich. Olson was joined by other antique tractor enthusiasts driving FarmAlls, John Deeres, Minneapolis Molines, Fords, a Twin City and even a Massey Harris that was pulling a restored New Idea spreader decked out with cushioned chairs so friends could ride along. The 44th annual Sandwich Early Day Engine Club’s show had beautiful weather the entire weekend.

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Ride on Sandwich Park’s sports float

Anyone who participated in the Sandwich Park District’s sport programs as a player or a coach can ride in the July Fourth Parade.

Wear your game jersey, bring your parents and have a ball participating in the parade.

Line up will be between 8:30 and 9 a.m. Saturday at the Sandwich Fairgrounds.

The parade starts at 10 a.m.

Come into the horse gate off Suy-

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dam Road and you will be directed to the park district’s staging position.

No registration needed.

Don Beezley grand marshal of Sandwich Fourth parade

Don Beezley will be the grand marshal for this year’s Fourth of July parade, the Sandwich Park District announced. Beezley, 90, is a member of the VFW Post 1486 of Sandwich.

Beezley entered the U.S. Navy

in March 1943. He served through December 1945. He was stationed aboard the USLCT 423, a Landing Craft Tank armed with rockets. The USLCT was 145 feet long and outfitted to fire 1,088 five-inch rockets and 20mm anti-aircraft guns.

Beezley’s primary duty was that of ship’s cook. His secondary combat duty was the qualified operator of 20mm guns.

Beezley’s service in the U.S. Navy included a deployment in North Africa, the invasion of Italy, Corsica,

and the invasion of France. Beezley is celebrating his 71st anniversary of the Invasion of Normandy at Omaha Beach.

During WWII, Don was awarded the European-African-Middle East Medal with two stars, the American Campaign Medal, and the Victory Medal.

The parade begins at 10 a.m.

Saturday, July 4, at the Sandwich Fairgrounds, 1401 Suydam Road.

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NEWS 3

Officials: Leave fireworks to professionals

By ADAM POULISSE apoulisse@shawmedia.com The “oohs” and “aahs” that fireworks usually produce also can result in serious burns and property damage.

That’s why the consensus is clear among local firefighters: “Leave it to the professionals.” Besides, most fireworks are illegal in Illinois.

“We want you to go and [see] a bigger, better fireworks show put on by the municipalities,” said Jim Ward, fire prevention coordinator for Sycamore Fire Department. “Those are professionals who are trained to set up the large fireworks display.”

Three Fourth of July celebrations are scheduled in DeKalb County this weekend, in Shabbona, Kirkland and DeKalb.

“Those guys stand back from the fireworks,” Ward said.

“They’re set up in more safe areas like a big park around a residential neighborhood. Those guys are trained at a much higher level and know more than [the] public.”

According to the Illinois Fire Safety Alliance, 11,400 fireworks-related injuries were treated in emergency departments across America in 2013, an increase from 2012. Most of those injuries were reported from midJune to mid-July of that year, and 40 percent were to children younger than 15.

The city of DeKalb municipal code chapter 52 defines fireworks as both allowable and prohibited, meaning that novelty fireworks including poppers, smoke devices

such as snakes, and glow worms and sparklers are allowed, except on city property or in parks.

In Illinois, selling fireworks is a Class B misdemeanor, punishable with a fine of up to $1,500 and not more than six months in jail.

If it’s more than three pounds, it becomes a Class A misdemeanor, punishable with a fine of up to $2,500 and as long as a year in jail.

Those possessing or lighting fireworks can be charged a fine for a petty offense – not to exceed $1,000, DeKalb County Sheriff Roger Scott said. If they fail to adhere to the warning, it will become a Class A misdemeanor.

“Generally, we find people comply with this,” Scott said. “If they don’t, we can charge under the county ordinance or state law.”

The Consumer Product Safety Commission has several recommendations for fireworks use, including keeping them out of children’s hands, always having adult supervision, never trying to re-light or pick up fireworks that haven’t fully ignited and keeping a bucket of water or hose nearby.

“The best way to protect your family and your home is to attend public firework displays and leave it to the professionals who have safeguards,” DeKalb Deputy Fire Chief Greg Hoyle said.

Sycamore Fire Chief Pete Polarek said he discourages even the use of sparklers.

“Many times they are put into the hands of children and can emit temperatures up to 1,300 degrees,” Polarek said. “If not properly handled, you have a high risk of burns or other injuries.”

ABOVE: Assistant pyrotechnician Jeff Anderson squibs, or connects, the ground display cake boxes, filled with 36 shells each, in 2014 at Hopkins Park LEFT: Pyrotechnicians Doug Moser (left), of DCV Imports, Matt Allen (center) and Jason Kenyon set up the fireworks finale of 552 shells in 2014 at Hopkins Park.

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4 X OBITUARIES • Wednesday, July 1, 2015 • Sandwich Record / KendallCountyNow.com ALBERT CARLSON

Maurer, Holly (Arton) Gashi, Samantha (Preston) Agalzoff Family of Albert Carlson, 79, and 17 great grandchildren.

He is survived also by two of Sun City, Az., formerly of sisters-in-law and many cousOswego, would ins, nieces and nephews and like you to countless friends. join them in a In addition to his wife, Celebration of Lorraine, and his son, Keith, he Life at 11 a.m. was preceded in death by his Saturday, July parents, four sisters, Augusta 18, 2015, at St. Pagel, Ellen Zimmerman, Ann Olaf LutherHornyan and Shirley Lossan Church in Montgomery, man, and a brother, Leander followed by a luncheon.

Carlson died Jan. 4, 2015. He Carlson.

Albert donated his body to was born Aug. 27th, 1935, in the Banner Sun Health ReBristol to August and Christina search Institute hoping to help (Jensen) Carlson find a cure for Alzheimers.

Albert married his A. & W. In lieu of flowers, please carhop girlfriend that his direct donations to St. Olaf best friend talked him into asking out because he was too Lutheran Church or Banner Sun Health Research Institute, bashful, Lorraine Nelson, and celebrated almost 55 years of 10515 W. Santa Fe Drive, Sun City, Az. 85351. marriage until Lorraine died in 2008, leaving him broken JAMES FRANKLIN hearted. Albert and Lorraine suffered a huge loss of their DEBOLT only son Keith in 2007 in a motorcycle accident, leaving James Franklin DeBolt, 51, them both devastated. of Plano, died unexpectedly Albert was a 1953 Yorkville Tuesday, June 23, 2015, in High School graduate and an Plano.

Illinois Benedictine College Jim was born on July 3, 1963, graduate. He worked at All in Sandwich, Steel from 1953-1980 and at to William and Equipto from 1981-1994. All Marilyn DeBolt. the while working long hours He grew up in at the factory, his favorite Plano attending pastime and true love was St. Mary’s and farming in Plano and Oswego Plano High for many years. He provided School. Jim was many happy memories for a three-sport athlete excelling family, friends and co-workers at football, basketball and at the farm. He enjoyed big track. Jim was a school record Sunday dinners, horse rides, holder in the 800 and 3200 ice skating, playing in the meter relay, records that he barns and sharing some work held until they were broken by with extended family and his nephews. He then attendfriends. ed Joliet Jr. College, where he Albert is survived by three was a member of its football daughters, one daughter-inteam. law and three sons-in-law: Jim worked for Brick-Like Wanda (Bill) Hankins of Sun Construction and Lite ConCity, Az., Pamala (Glen) Nelson struction. He also operated of Ottawa, Barbara (John) Jim’s Tree Service. Jim loved Mondek of Oswego, and Ena to hunt and fish, creating lastCarlson of DeKalb. ing memories with his sons, He also is survived by and brothers, nephews, nieces, was very proud of 10 grandfamily and friends on yearly children: Dan (Stephanie) hunting trips to Shawnee NaNelson, Mike (Jen) Nelson, Lori tional Forest and fishing trips (Ryan) Kellogg, Marcia (Raul) to Leech Lake, Minnesota. Jim Rodriguez, Nicki (Tad) Netzel, loved a party and especially Chad (Jasmine) Hankins, Mike loved cooking for his family McCormac, Brandy (Matt) and friends. His greatest joy

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was making other people happy and, with his infectious laugh, jokes, stories and catch phrases, he could always be counted on to leave everyone smiling. Jim always tried to help others in need and would always be there for everyone.

He will be greatly missed by his family and extensive circle of friends.

He is survived by his children, Kevin DeBolt of Plano and Tyler (fiancé, Brittany Durancik) DeBolt of Plano; his granddaughter, Adalynn. His brothers Brian (Armelinda) DeBolt, Stephen (Karen) DeBolt; sisters, Linda (Don Martin) DeBolt, Karen (Ron Habbe) Greiter, and Sharen (Bob) Miller, all of Plano; his former wife, Lori DeBolt of Montgomery; as well as several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Marilyn DeBolt; and nephew, Ross Greiter.

A Funeral Mass was held at 10 a.m. Monday, June 29, 2015, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 901 N. Center St., Plano, with Father Andy Davy, M.I.C. officiating. Interment will be private. Visitation was Sunday, June 28, 2015 at the Larson-Nelson Funeral Home, 1010 W. South St., Plano.

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ANGELINE ‘ANGIE’ HELEN KRECZMER Angeline “Angie” Helen Kreczmer, 93, of Sandwich, Illinois, passed away June 16, 2015, at St. Joseph Hospital in Joliet. She was born March 18, 1922, in Centralia, the daughter of Boleslaw and Jadwiga (Piaceka) Gorski. She married Edmund J. Kreczmer on June 6, 1942, in Chicago.

In Chicago (Roseland) she was the owner of Kreczmer’s Pantry for 20 years. Angie was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and

very active over the years with Lake Holiday Garden Club and FVOAS in Sandwich and an avid Bridge player.

She is survived by two daughters, Linda (Wally) Watt of Dyer, Indiana, and Judy Kreczmer of Sandwich; six grandchildren, Jodi Steele, Timothy (Julie) Kreczmer, Jeena Dukovac, Tom (Cindy) Kreczmer, Crystal Watt and Kyle (Chris) Watt; and 10 great-grandchildren, Michael Watt, Avery and Quianna Herron, Timothy, Abigail, Alex and Owen Kreczmer, Brielle Dukovac, Alanna Steele and Aidan Watt.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, one son, Timothy A. Kreczmer, her five sisters and five brothers.

Funeral Mass was held June 24 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Somonauk.

Burial was in St. John’s Catholic Cemetery in Somonauk.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to St John the Baptist Church, Somonauk, IL 60552 or FVOAS of Sandwich, IL 60548.

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DONNA LEWANSKI Donna Lewanski, 55, of Somonauk, died Sunday, June 21, 2015. She was born on July 31, 1959, in Elmhurst, the daughter of Russell James and Diane (Fox) Netrefa.

Donna was employed for many years as a caregiver.

She enjoyed spending time outdoors with her family and friends. Donna was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt who will be deeply missed by her family and friends.

She is survived by her son, Richard (Christina) Lewanski, of Sheridan; her mother, Diane Shroyer of Sandwich; three siblings, Liane (Mike) Maag of Brigantine, NJ, Janet Bradley of Downers Grove, and Laura (Jim) Zapata of Escondido, CA; her two grandchildren, Kendra and Richard A.B. Lewanski;

step-sister-in-law, Lynn Shroyer of Lisle; as well as 11 nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her father, Russell Netrefa; her brother, Mark Russell Netrefa; step-father, Ray Shroyer; and step-brother, Joe Shroyer.

A funeral service was held on Thursday, June 25, 2015, at the Nelson Funeral Home & Crematory, 1275 S. Countyline Rd., Sandwich. Visition preceded the service on Thursday, June 25, 2015 at the Nelson Funeral Home & Crematory.

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DIANE LEE MACKAY Diane Lee MacKay, 58, of Plano, died at her home June 24, 2015.

She was born on May 26, 1957, in Chicago, to the late Vernon and Ruth (Haisman) MacKay. Diane was a legal secretary and was a member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Sandwich. One of her passions was scrap booking, but her biggest joy was taking her grandchildren to Disney World and the Brookfield Zoo. She is survived by her daughters; Kristen Ellis of Wenatchee, WA. and Jaclyn (Mario) Dati of Plano; her precious grandchildren, Jerad and Lelah; and her special cousin, Katherine Zilligan of Niles.

A Memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. July 5, 2015, at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Sandwich.

Family was assisted by Beverage Family Funeral Homes in Sandwich, www.beveragefamilyfh.com.

Bonnie was born Dec. 9, 1959, to John and Margaret Keller in Harvard. On May 9, 1981, she married Kyle Stephen Wallis in Sandwich.

She graduated from Leland High School; and then received her Associates degree in nursing in 1985 from Waubonsee Community College, Sugar Grove.

After working as a nurse at Morris Hospital, Sandwich Community Hospital, and Urgent Care at Dryer Medical Clinic in Aurora, she served as nurse manager at Sandwich Family Practice for 25 years.

Bonnie enjoyed family and friends; riding and caring for her horse, and spending unlimited time with her granddaughter, Sophie.

She is survived by her husband Kyle Stephen Wallis, daughter Ashley Nicole Wallis, and granddaughter, Sophia Nicole Nordick, all of Sandwich; her parents, John and Margaret Keller of Earlville.

Her siblings Randy and Wendy Keller of Earlville; Karen and Gary Seyller of Paris, Tenn.; Rhonda and John Noto of Ottawa; Darrel and Karen Keller of Ottawa; Peggy Wilson of Sandwich; and Brian Keller of Earlville; along with many nieces and nephews; she has an extended family who love and will miss her.

Visitation will be held at Harvest Chapel from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., Saturday, July 4, 2015, with services at 5:00 p.m.. Harvest Chapel is located at 725 County Line Road, Sandwich.

Memorials may be directed to: Equine Dreams Therapeutic Riding Center, P.O. Box 372, Sandwich, IL, 60548.

BONNIE KAY (KELLER) WALLIS Bonnie Kay (Keller) Wallis, 55, died Monday, June 29, at her home in Sandwich, surrounded by her loving family.

She fought a courageous 5-1/2 year battle with breast cancer before succumbing to the disease.

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Oncken resigns from DeKalb County Board

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Second member to resign in past month

By ADAM POULISSE apoulisse@shawmedia.com DeKALB – District 3 Republican Riley Oncken has announced his resignation effective July 2, the day after a special DeKalb County Board meeting.

He is the second member to resign in the past week, following District 4 Democrat Joseph Bassett.

“This season of life has become increasingly busy with the needs of my family and my growing business, and I am finding that I am not able to dedicate the time and energy necessary to effectively and diligently serve my constituents in the position in which they have entrusted me,” Oncken said in a letter of resignation dated Wednesday. “Rather than give the job anything less than 100 percent, I feel it more prudent to turn over my seat to someone who can serve my constituents as they deserve.”

It is now up to DeKalb County Republicans to recommend a replacement for Oncken, an attorney with an office on North Maple Street in Sycamore.

“It’s a little bit unique with Riley because him and I are from the same district,” said County Board Chairman Mark Pietrowski Jr., a Democrat. “It’s been nice getting to know him a little better.”

Both recently vacated seats probably will not be filled until August, Pietrowski said.

“It just gives both the Democrat and Republican parties an opportunity to [recommend] a highly qualified, responsible individual for the board,” Pietrowski said. “In Mr. Oncken’s case ... I imagine

“Rather than give the job anything less than 100 percent, I feel it more prudent to turn over my seat to someone who can serve my constituents as they deserve.”

Riley Oncken Outgoing DeKalb County Board member in a letter of resignation he’ll still be involved in some way in helping the board any way he can.”

Oncken’s resignation will take effect after the special meeting Wednesday, when the board will vote to rezone Fairdale after it was mostly leveled in the April 9 tornado.

“When I look back on the work that the board has done to keep DeKalb County a wonderful place to live and work, I am proud of what we have done,” Oncken said. “I will remember my service on the board fondly and anticipate returning to public service in one form or another in the future.”

Oncken served on the County Board from 2008 to 2012 and was reappointed in 2013 to Ken Andersen’s vacated seat in District 3 after losing a 2012 re-election bid. Oncken retained his seat in a race against Democratic political newcomer Joshua Orr in the November 2014 election.

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Members of the American Legion Riders Post No. 181 from Sandwich participated in the Illinois Motorcycle Freedom Run on June 20. Pictured are (front row, from left) Anna Carrano, Nick Schneidewend, Dennis and Dodie Whitmer, Kendra Herbst, and Henry Herbst; (back row) Bob and Sandy Lawrence, Linda and Cliff Oleson, Sandy and Harold Schneidewend, Gil Gonzalez, Bob and Shari Patton, Karla and Ralph Torres, and Barbara and Kevin Rife.

Sandwich American Legion participates in Freedom Run Members from the American Legion Riders Post No. 181 from Sandwich participated in the Illinois Motorcycle Freedom Run on June 20.

A gathering of about 2,500 motorcycles started at the Grundy County Fairgrounds, where participants could have breakfast, purchase patriotic items, and listen to guest speakers.

A donation was collected from all participants

and, in return, a dog tag with a name of a fallen soldier was given. Donations go toward the etching of names in the Wall at Marseilles, improvements, and funding of veterans programs/organizations.

Local ALR members got to meet and greet Gov. Bruce Rauner and country artist Rocky Lynne. Riders/passengers biked in the annual Freedom Run, as people lined the route with flags.

The ceremony originally was scheduled at the Wall in Marseilles but was moved to the Grundy County Fairgrounds because of the threat of flooding from the Illinois River.

It consisted of a presentation of flags, invocation, reciting the “Pledge of Allegiance‚” playing and singing of the National Anthem, a flyover, a Gold Star Family presentation and benediction.

Two dead after Sunday crash Single-vehicle crash occurred around 4 a.m.

By BRITTANY KEEPERMAN bkeeperman@shawmedia.com

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SANDWICH – Sandwich police are investigating a crash Sunday that left two people dead.

Police responded to the single-vehicle crash in the 1200 block of East Route 34 in Sandwich shortly after 4 a.m.

DeKalb County Coroner Dennis Miller identified the men who were killed as Savario G. Simmons, 23, of

was westbound on Route 34 when it went off the road, Sandwich Police Chief James Bianchi said.

The cause of the fatal crash remains under investigation, Bianchi said.

“There were very signifiJames Bianchi cant injuries,” Bianchi said.

Sandwich police chief “The individuals were dead on impact.”

Sandwich Police are Montgomery, and Chastin Pawson, 25, of Sandwich on working with the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office to reMonday.

Police said Simmons was construct the crash scene as behind the wheel, which the investigation continues.

“There were very significant injuries. The individuals were dead on impact.”

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6 NEWS • Wednesday, July 1, 2015 • Sandwich Record / KendallCountyNow.com SANDWICH FIRE DEPARTMENT CALL LOG • 1000 Block Of Deer Run Trail – Ambulance Request • 4500 Block Of W Sandwich – Appliance Fire • 3000 Block Of Rt 34 – Ambulance Request • 600 Block Of Ash – Ambulance Request

lance Request • 1200 Block Of Deer Run – Ambulance Request • 1900 Block Of Laverne – Ambulance Request • 900 Block Of E Arnold – Ambulance Request • Pratt And E Sandwich – Accident With Injuries

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• E 2750th And 4650th – Accident With Injuries • 1800 Block Of Irene – Lines Down • Glynn Road And Hale – Lines Down • W Water St And S Wolfe – Lines Down • 300 Block Of E College – Lines Down • 100 Block Of N Joles – Lines Down • 300 Block Of E Prairie – Lines Down • 13000 Block Of Hale Road – Lines Down • 200 Block Of E Hall – Fire Alarm • 200 Block Of E Hall – Fire Alarm • 200 Block Of E Hall – Ambulance Request • Woodhaven Lakes – Mutual Aid Request

June 23 • 200 Block Of E Hall – Ambu-

• E Rt 34 And E Drew Ave – Accident With Injuries • 50 Block Of Countryside Estates – Ambulance Request

June 26 • 900 Block Of E Arnold – Ambulance Request • 500 Block Of N Main – Ambulance Request • 500 Block Of N Main – Ambulance Request • 1400 Block Of Nova – Ambulance Request

June 27 • 500 Block Of S Wolfe – Ambulance Request • 700 Block Of Eddy – Ambulance Request • 900 Block Of E Arnold – Ambulance Request • 0 Block Of E Hall – Ambulance Request • 30 Block Of Poplar – Ambulance Request

CAMPUS REPORT In May, Sandwich High School graduate Carissa Cunz achieved Presidential Member status in The National Society of Leadership and Success, SIU-Carbondale Chapter of Sigma Alpha Pi. Members need to successfully complete the leadership training activities and maintain a top GPA. In April, she also was recognized with academic honors as a member of the junior class of SIU in the College of Educa-

tion and Human Services and made the Dean’s List for the spring term.

Cunz transferred from Waubonsee Community College last year.

By KATIE SMITH ksmith@shawmedia.com SANDWICH – The Sandwich Fair should go off without a hitch despite looming state budget cuts, fair board President Larry Dannewitz said.

The fair draws from 190,000 to 240,000 people to the fairgrounds annually, and operates mainly with funds from the previous years’ admission fees, eliminating any panic about not receiving state funding, Dannewitz said.

“I don’t want to sound like I’m bragging, but a lot of fairs are not in the same situation that we’re in,” Dannewitz said. “We draw some pretty good crowds.”

Gov. Bruce Rauner on June 12 listed funding to cover fair building rehabilitation and prizes, or “premiums” in county fair parlance, as part of his proposed cuts should the new Republican governor and the Democratic-controlled General Assembly fail to hash out a budget deal by the July 1 start of the state’s 2016 fiscal year.

Democrats call the threats symbolic because the money would cease flowing anyway without a budget.

Rauner last week vetoed most of the budget proposals from the Legislature, although he has signed an education funding plan for public schools. The legislature’s 2016 budget plan was out of balance by more than $3 billion.

Luckily for Dannewitz, the planners for the Sandwich Fair generally try not to rely on state funding, and planning for next year’s fair won’t be

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The Sandwich Fair draws from 190,000 to 240,000 people to the historic fairgrounds each year. any different, he said.

“We’re going into this year assuming we’re not getting any state funds,” he said. “If we get them, wonderful. If we don’t, we’ll have to work around it.”

Lesser-value prizes and “lower entertainment goals” are the two largest foreseeable changes, should the fair not receive state funding, Dannewitz said.

“As far as our fair, I think we’re going to have to look at the premiums again and we’re going to have to adjust the premiums,” he said. “We do have a disclaimer saying that if for some reason the state ever does not

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“If we’re telling you we’re going to give you $100 to win a prize we want to give you $100,” he said.

Currently, state funding for the Sandwich Fair only is about 10 percent of its budget, Dannewitz estimated.

“Hopefully, if the crowd remains and everyone enjoys it, we’ll be able to provide the entertainment we’ve provided for many years,” Dannewitz said.

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BRIEFS Experience Sandwich’s earlier days at presentation this weekend SANDWICH – Four senior citizens will be taking a “Walk Down Memory Lane” at 1 p.m. July 5 at the Sandwich Fire Station’s conference room.

The public is invited to attend the free program presented in a comfortable, air-conditioned area.

Juanita Bark Anderson, Bob Dell, Florence Marrs Sebby and Wiley Updike will tell of their experiences in Sandwich in earlier days. A commentator will guide them through their past and questions from the audience often refreshes their memories.

Stories about where they shopped, the price of gasoline, the churches they attended, their visits to the Sandwich

Fair, the places they worked, and even about their families and school adventures could be revealed during the program.

The free afternoon event is sponsored by the Sandwich Historical Society.

Those attending are invited to stay for refreshments. Cookies, made by Society members, and beverages will be served.

Two of five Sandwich students qualify for free lunches

SANDWICH – All five Sandwich schools now have 40 percent of the student body qualifying for reduced or free lunches. That fact was mentioned at last week’s Sandwich School Board meeting.

Because it’s the school-wide status, it will allow for more spending flexibility,

according to Supt. of Schools Rick Schmitt.

The school district will receive $204,629 funding for Title I and $53,270 funding for Title II A because of the student body’s status. Lee Schroeder and Dr. Eric Englehart were sworn into office and will be serving on the board of education.

Lisa Saitta also is a new member of the board this year.

New officers of the board are: Dale Hamilton, president; Robert Miller, vice president; and Dave Stahl, secretary.

Board meetings will take place at 7 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month at the Sandwich Middle School’s resource center.

The next meeting of the board will be at 7 p.m. July 21 at the Sandwich Middle School.

Sandwich Scouts host pancake fundraiser

SANDWICH – Cub Scout Pack 345 of Sandwich will host an all-you-can-eat pancake fundraiser from 7 a.m. to noon July 5 at the Sandwich Fire Station.

Cost is $6 for an adult, $4 for seniors and children (12 and younger). Breakfast is free for children younger than 3 and military personnel in uniform or with military ID.

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Bicyclists make their way Saturday through the Tour de Farms course in DeKalb County.

Nick Brooks – For Shaw Media

Bicyclists hit the road

Kirkland family farm hosts riders during DeKalb County stop KIRKLAND – Dawn Carlson’s lawn housed three cows, two sheep, a litter of kittens and about 1,400 people Saturday.

For the past three years, Carlson’s farm has served as the first rest stop during Tour de Farms, a statewide bicycle race that took place Saturday and Sunday, to help raise money for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

People pledged donation money for bike teams, individual riders, or to donate directly to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, said Jeremy Barewin, vice president of marketing and communication for the Greater Illinois Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

Little is known about multiple sclerosis, a disease that attacks the central nervous system and disrupts the flow of information to the brain, and between the brain and body, according to the society’s website.

“It affects everyone and to know I’m helping someone else, and my kids and my family – this is our vacation,” Carlson said.

Carlson began toying with the idea of volunteering with the national organization when her mother, Ione Gibson, became chronically ill during her 15-year battle with MS. When Gibson died in 2012, Carlson and her family continued to fight the disease by donating to the organization and volunteering for Tour de Farms, Carlson said.

“As my mom would

become more and more chronically ill, I thought, ‘I wonder if I could be a rest stop,’ ” Carlson said.

“I just dared to make a call to the Illinois MS Society.”

Carlson told the organization her story and she was willing to help however she was needed.

“You know how some things are just meant to be. About three weeks later the MS Society got a notice they lost a property and they’d need to find another rest stop,” she said.

“I’m just two miles away from where that original rest stop was.”

Carlson, along with her husband, brother, three

children, and three nieces and nephews, call themselves Ione’s Busy Bees, and have been planning for one weekend all year, she said.

Their Kirkland farm is the only family-owned farm rest stop in the race, Carlson said.

This year, the stop included a petting zoo, crafts and live music to keep the riders’ spirits high during their breaks.

Carlson’s family and a team of about 30 volunteers help to relax the riders, make sure they are in good health and send them off on the next stretch of the race, Barewin said.

“It’s really been a great help and they’ve been great volunteers for the organization,” he said.

The organization registered more than 1,800 riders and raised more than $1.3 million by Saturday.

The National MS Society’s goal is to raise $1.6 million by the end of July, when they officially will stop accepting donations for the race, Barewin said.

“The Tour de Farms ride is the second largest annual fundraiser for the Greater Illinois Chapter,” he said. “It’s a huge part of our yearly fundraising and awareness.”

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NEWS 9

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN SANDWICH 5 to 7 p.m. Thursdays at the Federated Church, 403 N. Main St. Weigh-in is from 5 to 6 p.m., and the meeting is from 6 to 7 p.m. Get support in reaching your weight-loss goals. For more information, call Donna Poulos at 815498-4592.

Finally Friday

4 to 7 p.m. Fridays at the Fox Valley Community Center, 1406 Suydam Road.

The community is invited to relax with a cold one and visit with friends and neighbors. Enter at the east end of the building by the lighted bar sign. All proceeds benefit Fox Valley Older Adult Services. For information, call Becky Lueken at 815786-9404.

Independence Day Festivities

Sandwich Park District invites the public to participate in Independence Day activities. The parade begins at 10 a.m. July 4. Fire Department water fights will take place Saturday evening at the Sandwich Fire Station, 311 E. Railroad St. The Freedom Run takes place July 5, with the Tot Trot at 7:45 a.m., the Fun Run/Walk at 8 a.m. and the 5K at 8:30 a.m.

At dusk July 5, the weekend concludes with fireworks at the fairgrounds. A donation of $5 per car at the fairgrounds keeps the show going each year.

7 a.m. to noon Sunday, July 5, at the Sandwich Fire Station. Cub Scout Pack 345 of Sandwich will host an allyou-can-eat Pancake Fundraiser. Cost is $6 for adults, $4 for seniors and children (12 and younger). The meal is free for children younger than 3 and military in uniform or with military ID.

Stone Mill Museum Hours

1 to 4 p.m. Sundays at the Stone Mill Museum, 315 E. Railroad St. The museum is filled with is filled with local memorabilia, settings of rooms with antique furniture, farm tools and items that were manufactured locally, and even a replica of an early general store. Members of the Sandwich Historical Society act as hosts, guiding visitors to areas of special interest. No admission, however donations are appreciated.

Cornerstone Church Food Pantry

12:30 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of each month – next, July 7 – at Cornerstone Church, 17347 Pratt Road. Cornerstone provides food for families in Sandwich, Somonauk, Plano and Sheridan. Identification and proof of residency, such as a utility bill, are required.

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6 p.m. the second Thursday of each month – next, July 9 – at the Sandwich Public Library, 925 S. Main St. Build with a team or build your own. Legos provided. Call the library at 815-786-8308 for information.

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12:30 to 2:30 p.m. the second Saturday of each month – next, July 11 – at the east water tower on Duvick Avenue. Only one tube television or monitor, or one projection television, or one console television per family will be accepted each month; additional large televisions are subject to a $15 charge and additional

small monitors are subject to a $10 charge. Televisions and monitors must be intact; if they are missing parts or the power cord has been cut, they are subject to a $15 charge. Items may not be dropped off during any time period outside of this two-hour monthly window.

This recycling event is for electronics only. The contractor reserves the right to limit quantities.

of each month – next, July 14 – at the Sandwich Public Library, 925 S. Main St. This all-new adult book club is hosted by Barb Posinger, the newest member of the Sandwich Public Library team. The focus of this first meeting is all about getting to know you: as individuals, as readers and as explorers of the written word.

Minecraft Gaming Club

1 p.m. the third Thursday of every month – next, July 16 – at Fox Valley Older Adult Services, 1406 Suydam Road. For information, call Betty Erickson at 815-786-9404.

3:30 p.m. the second and fourth Tuesday of each month – next, July 14 – at the Sandwich Public Library, 925 S. Main St. Join the student run club and learn the rules of online gaming. Suggested for grades 3 and up. Registration required, must have library card with internet permission to participate. Call the library at 815-786-8308 for information.

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Teen Movie Night

5 p.m. the fourth Thursday of the month – next July 23 – at the Sandwich Public Library, 925 S. Main St. Popcorn and drinks provided.

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5 to 8 p.m. Friday, July 24, on Railroad Street in downtown Sandwich.

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Enjoy color creativity in this one-

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This program is designed to bring out the creative artist in everyone.

Bring a large garbage bag to carry damp shirts home. Cost is $18 for residents, $24 for nonresidents.

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Joins us for Music and Movies in the Park on Friday, July 10, at James Knights Park, 1001 N. Latham, Sandwich. Sundance performs from 6:30 to 8:30. “Paddington” starts at dark.

Art Camp I and II

Join instructor Barb Olin as she helps children explore the wonderful world of art. Individual creative expression and artistic skills will be encouraged using a variety of media. All supplies are furnished, including a smock for this weeklong camp.

Art Camp 1 is for 4- to 6-year-olds and will be from 10 to 11 a.m. July 13-17. Cost is $28 for residents, $42 for nonresidents.

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flat city streets. Registration forms are available at the David A. Francis Continued from page 10 Center in Knights Park or online at www.sandwichparkdistrict.org.

Archery Participants who register through Archery is an ancient skill that July 3 will receive an event T-shirt, builds confidence while teaching though the size is not guaranteed. discipline and precision. Youth Day-of-event registrants will receive and adults will learn range safety, a shirt while supplies last. Race will archery equipment terminology, eye be “Chip” timed. Cost for the 1-mile dominance, shooting stance and run/walk is $22. The 5K race costs more. Our Genesis compound bows $28. Registration check-in is from 7 are easy to use and fun to shoot. One a.m. to 7:45 a.m. hour sessions for 8-year-olds and older will include practice with stanSNAG Golf dard block targets, aerial archery, Never played golf, but you want to and 3-D animal targets. Participants get started? SNAG Golf is the perfect should wear tennis shoes, comfortgolf program for 5- to 10-year-olds. able clothing and bring a water botThe SNAG (Starting New At Golf) protle. Parents may bring a lawn chair gram will help teach youngsters the and watch behind the shooting lines basic fundamentals of golf. The SNAG or sign up and learn with your child. equipment makes it easy to learn Classes are located at the Sandwich and teach, even for the non-golfers.

Sportsman’s Club, 1011 Hartman This program and equipment also Trail, just west of the Sandwich provides a good transition into Fairgrounds. Amy Hamilton is a certraditional golf equipment. Particitified instructor through the National pants in this program will learn the Archery In Schools Program (NASP). proper grip, work ethic to practice Class times are 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. or proper swing techniques, life skills in 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Mondays from sportsmanship, etiquette and more.

July 13 through Aug. 3. Cost is $28.

All golf equipment is provided. Register at the Sandwich Park District, MC Sport Days 1001 N. Latham Ave. The program is Join the staff from MC Sports for from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., Tuesdays sports fun in the park. From 10-11 and Thursdays from July 7 to July a.m. every Tuesday through July 28 23 at Knights Park. Cost is $15 for at Knights Park, we will feature a different sport activity. The program residents, $20 for nonresidents. is open for boys and girls ages 7 to Golf lessons 12. This is a free summer program, but registration is required so proper ages 5-8, 9-13, 14-17 Participants will be instructed on planning and equipment can be basic golf fundamentals such as arranged. Activities will include kickproper stance, how to grip a golf ball, dodge ball, baseball, basketball, club, swing techniques, club recogsoftball and more. nition for golf shots and distance, Freedom Run 5K / 1M golf etiquette and rules of the game.

This 32nd annual event will be Participants can register for multiple July 5 at James Knights Park, 1001 dates. Fees apply at the start of each Latham Street. The 1-mile fun run/ new golf session. This instructional walk will step off at 8 a.m. and the golf program is at Edgebrook Country 5K race at 8:30 am. These events Club, 2100 Suydam Road in Sandare open to all who are physically fit wich. Proper golf attire required. and sufficiently trained. This year, Registration is taken at the Sandwich the 5K runners will have a new race Park District. Practice balls are incourse. Both events are run over cluded. Instruction for 5- to 8-year-

olds is from 10-10:45 a.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from July 13 to 17 and July 20 to 24. Cost is $40 for residents, $50 for nonresidents.

Instruction for 9- to 13-year-olds is from 11 a.m. to noon Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from July 13 to 17 and July 20 to 24. Cost is $60 for residents, $80 for nonresidents.

Instruction for 14- to 17-year-olds is from 12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from July 13 to 17 and July 20 to 24. Cost is $60 for residents, $80 for nonresidents.

Yoga

This class is designed for the beginner or intermediate participant of all fitness levels. Yoga practice involves slow, deliberate movement and poses to strengthen, stretch and relax the whole body. The warm, darkened room, soothing music and mild aromas will lift away your stress. This practice is for all fitness levels. Sessions are six weeks long. Ages 14 to adult can register and participate. Bring a non-slip yoga mat, towel, water, and a jacket or towel for cool down. Wear loose clothing to enable proper form FALL SOCCER and ease of movement. New sessions Registration is open for the park start July 21 and run through Aug. 25. district’s fall soccer program. Team- Sessions are from 7-8:10 p.m. Cost is work, cooperation, sportsmanship $25 in district, $35 out of district. Regand fun are emphasized as players ister at Sandwich Park District, 1001 gain confidence in their abilities. Shin N. Latham, Sandwich, or call 815-786guards are required for all games and 8044. Please register ahead of time so practices. Divisions are determined class does not get canceled due to lack by grade level for the 2015/ 2016 of registration. school year. No moving up. Games will start at 8:45 a.m. Saturdays Chair Yoga Practice days and times are deThis is a new class, which offers mild termined by the volunteer coach. yoga stretches and poses with the aid Practices start the week of Aug. 17. of a chair for support. Stress is placed Take advantage of the Early Regison breathing technique, posture, tration dates and receive a lower fee. strengthening and balance. This class Registration fees increase $10 after is much less strenuous than regular Aug. 8. All registration is done at the yoga, making it ideal for the very beSandwich Park District. Register from ginner. Please bring your own non-slip 5-7 p.m. Wednesdays and 9-11 a.m. yoga mat and wear loose clothing to Saturdays. Cost is $45 for residents, enable movement. Call the Park district $68 for nonresidents Through Aug. to register at 815-786-8044. The 8; $55 and $78 from Aug. 10-15. class meets from 11:15 a.m. to noon Registration deadline is Aug. 15.

Wednesdays. A new session starts July 22 and runs through Aug. 26. Cost is FITNESS PROGRAMS $20 for residents, $30 for those who The Sandwich Park District offers live out of district. fitness programs for all levels of participation. We offer sport programs, Zumba Fitness zumba, zumba gold, yoga, chair yoga, The Zumba Fitness program fuses super core and much more. Our FitLatin rhythms and easy-to-follow ness programs are offered during the moves to create a one-of-a-kind day and evenings to accommodate fitness workout. The routines feature participants’ schedules. Our instruc- interval training sessions involving tors are certified and will have you in fast and slow rhythms to sculpt your motion to musical rhythms to keep body while burning fat. Those aged 14 you in shape. Come join us to stay in through adult may participate. Classes shape and have fun doing it. Contact are from 6:30 to 7:40 p.m. Mondays. the Sandwich Park District for days, A new session starts Monday, July 20, times and registration information. and runs through Aug. 24. A separate

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session will be held 6:30 to 7:40 p.m.

Thursdays starting July 23 and ending Aug. 27. Cost for either session is $25 in district and $35 out of district.

Zumba Gold

This is the same Zumba Fitness workout modified to lower impact, lower intensity and less complicated moves. If you haven’t exercised in a while, are just starting out or merely want to add variety to your present fitness schedule, this class could be for you. Burn calories while having fun in a party atmosphere. Zumba Gold features an enhanced cool down period at the end to stretch, lower the heart rate and improve balance. This takes place 10 to 10:50 a.m. Wednesdays, starting July 22 and ending Aug. 26. Cost is $25 in district, $35 out of district. Register ahead of time so classes are not canceled due to lack of registration.

Super Core

This class includes a complete core workout involving the abdominals, gluteus group, and back. A strong core is essential to all activities. You will notice definite differences in your overall fitness level and in the way you feel. Ages 14 to adult can register and participate. Bring your own mat, water bottle and a towel. Classes are 5:30 to 6 p.m. Thursdays, starting July 23 and ending Aug. 27. Cost is $15 in district, $25 out of district.

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Help reduce the risk of osteoporosis, improve your balance and posture, breathe better, have more energy and strengthen your muscles. Tone your body and help lower your blood pressure. Take part in 15 minutes of walking (outdoors, weather permitting, or indoors), 10 minutes of warm-up exercises, and 20 minutes of strengthening and toning exercises using a chair and hand weights. End with 15 minutes of balance and cool down exercises. Classes are 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Mondays, starting July 20 and ending Aug. 24. Cost is $20 in district, $30 out of district.

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Sandwich schools qualify for more federal funding SANDWICH – The Title I status for Sandwich Schools has changed from “targeted- assisted” to “school-wide” status. That action was taken by the Sandwich School Board at a recent meeting.

Title I is a federal grant program intended to improve the academic achievement of low-income students. The school district’s allocation is determined by the federal low-income census count.

“There are two distinct program structures for schools receiving federal funds under Title I,” Superintendent of Schools Rick Schmitt said. “The two programs are targeted-assisted and school-wide. To qualify for a school-wide program, a school

“For the past two years, the school district has been examining evaluation options to meet Senate Bill 7 regulations. The committee includes a very good cross section of teachers and administrators.”

Rick Schmitt Superintendent of schools must have a poverty count of at least 40 percent, based on the federal requirements to receive a free and/or reduced lunch.

During 2014-2015, our poverty count was at or above 40 percent at all six attendance centers.”

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• Employed by the board were: Mark Aska, Dummer School music; Andrew Hellemeier, Sandwich Middle School assistant principal and athletic director; Matilda McGuire, Sandwich High School social studies and head softball coach; Madeline Justice, Sandwich High School Spanish; Jake Wegener, Sandwich Middle School social studies; Rebecca Boyer, Haskin School pre-kindergarten teacher; and Shawn Mager, accounts payable.

• A leave of absence was granted to Melissa Baggett, Haskin School bilingual teacher.

The next regular meeting of the Sandwich School Board will be at 7 p.m. July 21 at Sandwich Middle School.

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Schmitt concluded by saying, “The entire committee has put forth a lot of time and effort in preparing the evaluation instruments. We believe we are positioned well to pilot the program during the 2015-2016 school year.

The program will be fully implemented in 2016-2017.”

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Schmitt explained by saying, ”Moving to a school-wide program offers our district a significant advantage over a targeted-assisted program, as we will be able to consolidate and use the federal Title I funds to upgrade the entire educational program as opposed to using the funds only for targeted programs.”

In other matters, the board was briefed on Senate Bill 7 (SB7) that pertains to the Performance Evaluation Reform Act that must be implemented during the 20162017 school term.

“For the past two years, the school district has been examining evaluation options to meet Senate Bill 7 regulations. The committee includes a very good cross section of teachers and administrators,” Schmitt said.

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The committee hosting the event welcomes vendors and their items.

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Three new Sandwich School Board members are now serving. They are (from left) Lisa Saitta, Lee Schroeder and Dr. Erik Englehart. The school board meets at 7 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month in the second floor resource center at Sandwich Middle School. The school is handicapped-accessible and equipped with an elevator. The meetings are open to the public.

BRIEF Voters reminded to check new cards

The DeKalb County Board recently approved the recommended precinct consolidation proposal made by County Clerk/ Recorder Doug Johnson.

Throughout the summer, the clerk’s office will be sending out new voter information cards to voters who will have a new precinct number and/or polling place.

Johnson asks voters to check their card’s precinct number and polling place for the March 15primary election and the Nov. 8, 2016, general election.

If voters have any questions, contact the elections department of the DeKalb County Clerk’s office, at 815-895-7147, elections@dekalbcounty.org

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You’ll be able to watch local news video at KendallCountyNow.com.

We know that life in Kendall County can get pretty hectic. We’ll do everything we can to help keep you informed in real time.

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I attended Boulder Hill Elementary and graduated from Oswego High School.

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I played for the “Royal Blue Team” in the Oswegoland Babe Ruth League.

Most of our games were played at the old junior high, which now houses the Oswego Family YMCA.

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No lawsuits were filed.

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And since that sunny afternoon in the late 70s, things have changed considerably in media as well.

Back then, news waited. It waited until editors sifted through copy and carefully selected what was fit to print, and decided when to print it. It waited while stories and headlines were pasted onto pages that were made into metal plates. It waited while those plates were attached to the printing press and the big cylinders turned. Finally, it waited until carriers delivered the newspapers to your homes or to newsstands.

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Pedaling as fast as I could, I was about to cross Franklin Street. A car was coming, but I thought I had time. I was wrong.

The teenager who was driving the car slammed on the brakes, but the vehicle was still moving at considerable speed when it struck me. I was thrown several feet in the air and landed so hard that one side of my white baseball pants was caked with a layer of black top. Amazingly, aside from a nasty bruise, I was uninjured. I played my baseball game that day. On the other hand, my bike – a Schwinn Cotton Picker, if I recall – was totaled. I dragged the bike the rest of the way to the junior high and left it there.

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Together, we enjoyed a great evening of food, conversation and laughter, prizes and raising funds to help support the services that we offer for seniors in DeKalb, LaSalle, Bureau, Kendall and Kane counties.

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16 NEWS • Wednesday, July 1, 2015 • Sandwich Record / KendallCountyNow.com SOMONAUK LIBRARY NEWS

Pass the gavel

Sign up for library reading program The Somonauk Library’s summer reading program, Read to the Rhythm, is in full swing at the library for children and adults.

Students still can sign up and enjoy the benefits of reading, prizes and special activities at the library.

Children and YA groups also can enjoy the special movies and craft times at the library along with story hour for younger children.

Life in the 1970s

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At its June meeting, the Sandwich Lions Club installed new officers for the 2015-2016 Lion year. Newly installed club president Gary Lemke (right) is shown accepting the gavel from outgoing president Rick Lindner.

Outstanding Lions One of Lion Rick Lindner’s final acts as outgoing president of the Sandwich Lions Club was the presentation of awards to Lions who had served with distinction during his term of office. Pictured (from left) are Lion Sharon Adkins, recipient of the Lion of the Year Award, Lindner, and Lion Past District Governor Nancy Rex, recipient of the President’s Appreciation Award.

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Historian Jim Gibbons will present life in the 1970s at 6:30 p.m. July 21.

Change is what the 1970s offered, with styles such as bell-bottom trousers, wide ties, flowered shirts, leisure suits, Afro hairdos and patent leather shoes.

Gibbons will discuss how events such as Watergate and the Vietnam War changed America. From Disco dancing to Disco ducking, the 1970s always will be remembered as a time in history that shaped a different world for the future.

Join library book groups

The Somonauk Library hosts book chat meetings at 2 p.m. the first Thursday of each month.

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the second Monday and the mystery group meets on the third Thursday.

The general book group meets at 7 p.m. the second Thursday evening of the month.

And the men’s group meets at 10 a.m. the last Tuesday of the month.

For information on any programs, call the library at 815-498-2440, or check out our website at www. somonauklibrary.org.

Relay for Life raises more than $72,000

About 300 people and 38 teams participated in the 19th Relay for Life of DeKalb County. The event, which was at Sycamore High School’s track, began at 6 p.m. Saturday and ended at 6 a.m. Sunday.

It began with an opening ceremony, followed by a survivors’ lap and then a caregivers’ lap before the team members began their laps.

At least one member from each team is walking on the track at all times, said Heather Fredrickson, an event leadership team member.

This year’s event raised more than $72,000. Chris Atherton, event leader for Relay for Life of DeKalb County said the money goes to research the cause of cancer and to find a cure.

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Mix it up. Now more than ever, Americans are incorporating smoothies into their diets. These satiating snacks allow us to consume healthy selections, such as citrus fruits, berries, leafy greens, almonds, chia seeds and flaxseed – all in one delicious drink.

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Desserts don’t have to be complicated to be good. Here, a simple combination of cut-up cantaloupe and whole blackberries in orange juice makes a fine ending to a meal.

The orange juice-marmalade sauce works as just as well with honeydew and raspberries or bananas and blueberries. So when you’re shopping for fruit, keep an open mind and buy what’s best at the market, not what’s on your list. For an easy variation, serve the fruit over ice cream or frozen yogurt.

Ambrosia refers to the coconut topping. It can be replaced with a sprinkle of chopped nuts or granola, but then it wouldn’t be ambrosia.

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• Let your closet be a source of motivation. New clothes are exciting and you usually want to wear them right away. But if you can’t, allow that wardrobe to fuel the power of your weight loss goals. And if you have favorite outfits that are a size or two bigger than they should be, consider donating them to nudge yourself in the right direction.

• Take it one hour at a time. Breaking weight loss down into smaller increments can make it more manageable. Start by having one “healthy hour.”

Take the stairs, take a lap around the office at work, or ask for a salad instead of fries with your meal at lunch.

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REASONS TO DO

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rom Madonna to Reese Witherspoon to Kate Hudson, celebrities consistently credit Pilates as the reason for their toned physiques. It’s no wonder why Pilates tops the list as Hollywood’s workout of choice: This century-old workout boasts a number of enticing health benefits, from tightening the core to elongating the spine to improving posture. Here we reveal six compelling reasons to add Pilates to your workout rotation:

1. It gives you killer core strength

More than any other workout, Pilates deeply targets the core, aka the “powerhouse” in Pilates speak – the group of muscles including the abdominal muscles, pelvis, buttocks and lower back.

A strong, stabilized core is fundamental to everything from flexibility to balance to strength, so most Pilates classes feature plenty of ab-burning exercises to challenge and strengthen those hard-to-reach muscles of the core.

couraged to tune into your breath, to focus on your posture, and to make precise, graceful movements.

These teachings can translate from your mat into everyday life, making you more conscious of everything from what you’re putting in your body to how to harness the power of the breath.

5. It prevents injuries

Can’t touch your toes? Might want to add some Pilates to your workout mix. Although we typically think of yoga as the ultimate stretching workout, Pilates is just as effective for enhancing flexibility.

According to a 2011 study, four weeks of Pilates training significantly increased flexibility in up to 85 percent of test subjects.

You’ll notice better flexibility in your back, hip and hamstrings, especially.

Pilates has long been touted for its injury-healing properties. Developed by Joseph Pilates in the 1920s, Pilates originally was used to rehabilitate injured soldiers following World War I, and these principles have persisted well into the twenty-first century.

Because it’s low-impact and gentle on the joints, Pilates is suitable for individuals from a broad range of ages and fitness levels.

In studies, Pilates was found to be therapeutic to both injured dancers and elderly people, due to its ability to increase dynamic movement and improve flexibility and balance

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6. It improves your posture

2. It increases flexibility

If you’re concerned about spinal health, listen up. Practicing Pilates can both alleviate and prevent back pain, research shows.

A 2014 study discovered a significant link between Pilates exercises and increased spinal alignment in 24 females.

Because of its emphasis on maintaining a “neutral spine” and conditioning the muscles of the core and back, Pilates can promote better spinal health.

4. It cultivates greater body awareness

Although it helps sculpt super-sexy muscles, Pilates isn’t all physical – it also helps to cultivates a greater bodymind connection.

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Always slouched over a computer screen? Plagued by chronic neck or back pain?

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Typically, poor posture is the result of asymmetrical muscle development, meaning some muscles are weaker than others.

By strengthening these underdeveloped muscles, Pilates can banish bad posture and even make you appear taller.

Another perk? When you sit up straighter, you’ll not only look more confident – you’ll also ward off chronic pain and have more energy.

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• CATS Continued from page 20 Left-hander Andy Grunewald (Park University) struggled in 3 2/3 innings, allowing five runs (four earned), seven hits including a home run and three walks for the Cats, whose offense didn’t awaken until the fifth inning, when Smith recorded their first hit.

Oswego’s best inning came in the seventh against right-handed reliever Alex Hitney, who surrendered five runs and one hit, and also issued five walks in his 2-3 innings of work.

O’Dell went 2-for-4 with three RBIs after hitting a two-out, bases-clearing double to bring the Cats within one before the final 7-6 outcome.

“Andy got off to a rough start,” Miller said. “He struggled a little bit, but he’s getting there. We put the pieces together as we needed, but we didn’t hit the ball well.

“It was nice to get a comeback on and put ourselves in a position where one hit could (make the difference). We were right there, we were knocking on the door, and Ryan gave us a big hit up there. We battled, and they helped us out with the walks, but the same thing happens to us sometimes.”

Despite ending Wednesday with a loss, the Cats wrapped up the rest of the week on the highest of swings.

They not only scored a combined 29 times, but they also allowed single runs in each of those three games. Additionally, they preserved the bullpen, as their three starters in that span went the distance – just as Miller was hoping they would.

“I think that’s the way we’re going to approach (our pitching), and it might not appease everyone, but other than a few guys out of the ‘pen, we’ve struggled,” he said. “You can see we’re making strides, but then we slip a bit. We’re

getting there though.”

Oswego hosts Crestwood 7:30 p.m. Thursday and does not return to the diamond until Thursday against Team Acceleration.

Notes: On Saturday against Addison, Oswego hammered out 10 hits in support of right-hander Kendall Interial (Waubonsee Community College), who pitched a one-hitter – and allowed four walks with nine strikeouts in his first start of the season.

Smith went 2-for-4 with three RBIs and a home run, and O’Dell (1-for-4) also homered with two RBIs. Meanwhile, Schuler went 2-for-4 with two RBIsfor the Cats, who led 2-1 after five innings before putting together a seven-run ninth en route to the 9-1 win.

In Saturday’s doubleheader sweep of Homestead, Oswego provided plenty of offense for two strong pitching performances. In game one, they scored five in the third inning and three each in the fifth and sixth.

The Ranchers’ lone run came in the fourth off of right-hander Tom Ozlanski (Aurora University), who surrendered a run and four hits, walked four and hit two batters while striking out two in the complete-game effort.

Lipscomb went 2-for-3 with an RBI, while Schuler went 1-for-3 with two RBIs and two runs for the Cats, who muscled out 11 hits in the 11-1 win.

Game 2 featured 12 hits for Oswego, which tallied in each of the first three innings – three, two and four runs, respectively – before Homestead’s only score in the seventh.

Schuler and Tucker (two runs) each batted 2-for-4 with two RBIs, while Watros and O’Dell each went 1-for-2 with an RBI apiece behind righthander Kevin Loukota (Northeastern Illinois University), who gave up a run and five hits, as well as five walks and a hit batter, while striking out five in seven innings of work.

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Cats find consistency with five wins and strong CSBL league play

By LAURA M. MEDINA sports@kendallcountynow.com

One of the many preseason goals that field manager Todd Miller had for the Oswego Cats was establishing consistency.

After several weeks of interruptions and scheduling, it appears they’re taking a step in the right direction, as they have won five of their last six games, with four of those victories coming in Chicago Suburban Baseball League competition.

Having had five rainouts to start the summer and a schedule that reflects the CSBL’s imbalance, Oswego (8-6) has had more days off than it planned. Plus, it had dropped five of the nine games it was able to play, preventing the team from establishing both steady playing time and ensuing wins.

As such, last week’s busy schedule of eight games in seven days came at a critical moment in the Cats’ season.

A pair of losses at Lombard on Sunday started that stretch, but it was followed up with a 15-5 win versus non-league opponent Oak Lawn on June 23, and a doubleheader split – a 2-0 win and a 7-6 loss – against the Orioles on June 24.

Last Thursday night, they visited the Addison Braves and came away with a 9-1 victory, and then they wrapped things up with a twinbill sweep of the Homestead Ranchers, 11-1 and 9-1, on Saturday afternoon to move within a half-game of North-leading Lombard.

While the Orioles had four games scheduled – results were unknown at press time – before Oswego returned to Jackie’s Field of Dreams on Thursday against Crestwood, the Cats have put themselves in a strong position to continue moving up in the CSBL standings.

To get to second place in the North, the Cats had to take advantage of last week’s competition, starting with their first-ever meeting with Oak Lawn, a member of the Southwest Inter-League Association with a 10-1 record entering last Tuesday’s game.

“We fell behind early and were down 5-0,” Miller said. “Our starter (right-hander Ryan Millan) had a little tendinitis in his right elbow, and it flared up on him. He

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ABOVE: Oswego Cats third baseman Jose Camacho can’t get his glove on the throw to tag out a Homestead runner during the first game of a doubleheader against the Homestead Ranchers Saturday at Oswego. BELOW: Oswego Cats Javier Martinez III high-fives a teammate as he steps on home plate, scoring from first base during the first game on Saturday. wasn’t himself, so we brought (right-hander Dominick Tatone) in, and he held them scoreless for his outing.”

Oak Lawn’s five-run lead came over the first three innings versus Millan (Elmhurst College), who gave up six hits, hit a batter and struck out three in his outing. Tatone (Judson College) came on in relief for the next four innings, allowing just two hits and a walk while fanning three.

Left-hander Bailey Watros (Waubonsee Community College) pitched a perfect ninth to seal the win for Oswego, which took a 7-5 lead in the fourth inning and racked up 19 hits on the night. The team tacked on two more runs in the fifth, a run in the seventh and five in the eighth.

Javier Martinez III (College of DuPage) went 2-for-5, and Jeff Tucker (Edgewood College) hit 3-for-5. Each had three RBIs. Adam Lipscomb (Aurora University) went 4-for-4, and Jose Camacho (Waubonsee Community College) batted 1-for-4 with two RBIs apiece, while Bobby Smith (North Central College) went 3-for-4 with an RBI.

“We swung the bats pretty well, we were moving guys, we were situational, we were doing some hit and runs, we had some steals, we were able to execute, and we were able to put things together,” Miller said.

“Other than Ryan (Millan) kind

tribute.”

Oswego carried Tuesday’s momentum into the twinbill with Lombard, which swept the teams’ doubleheader Sunday (June 21) 7-5 and 9-8. Just as the previous meeting featured a pair of close games, Wednesday’s matchup was just as tight.

Right-hander Brandon Thielk (University of Arizona) tossed a three-hitter, walking two and striking out eight along the way, while Martinez had a hit and two RBIs in the second to highlight game one’s 2-0 result.

“In the first game, neither team hit, but the pitching was pretty good,” Miller said. “Brandon was on, and it’s fun to watch him throw. First-pitch strike almost every time, and that just changes the count immensely.”

Game 2 was decidedly tougher for the Cats, both on the mound of struggling, our pitching held and at the plate, as they trailed up, and we were OK. It was nice to 6-1 after six innings. The Orioles see the bats come alive, and even added another in the top of the at the end of the game, where we seventh before the hosts rallied were getting other guys in, they for five runs in the bottom of the were getting on base. It all goes frame. back to have guys being ready See CATS, page 19 when they’re called upon to con-

Sandwich baseball short-handed in summer play

By CHRISTINE BOLIN DASCHER cbolin@shawmedia.com Due to the combination of inclement weather, a freak accident on the field and low number participation, the Sandwich baseball team managed to play in less than four of its scheduled games this summer.

In the first outing of the season against Seneca, the Indians split a doubleheader with the Fighting Irish June 9.

In Game 1 of a doubleheader against Westmont, Sandwich won.

Game 2 started but did not finish after the Indians’ Justin Sartori and Hayden Isham collided on a

“A lot of the guys are two- and three-sport athletes and a lot play on their travel teams, so we knew conflicts of other sports kept some guys away. It was fun when we had games, but it was tough to play a full summer schedule.”

Jason Van Pelt Sandwich head coach play in the field. Sartori ended up with a broken jaw and had to have surgery, and Isham had to be carried off the field on a stretcher. He ended up getting staples.

Sandwich head coach Jason Van Pelt said both boys are recov-

ering well – but things were not the same after that.

Weather pretty much wiped out the rest of the schedule – either it rained the days the Indians had games planned, rain made the fields unplayable or there weren’t

enough players to field a team in scheduled games against DeKalb, Seneca and East Aurora twice.

“That was the season. We just wanted to get through some games this summer,” Van Pelt said. “A lot of the guys are two- and threesport athletes and a lot play on their travel teams, so we knew conflicts of other sports kept some guys away. It was fun when we had games, but it was tough to play a full summer schedule.”

One of the biggest positives for the Indians was seeing different players getting the chance to pitch.

Van Pelt specifically mentioned Brock Delphey’s outing against Westmont, where he gave up only

two runs against the Sentinels.

Also in that game, Sandwich defeated a pitcher from Westmont that beat the Indians in the regular season in the spring. Travis Fordon also posted several hits and made nice plays in the field and Sartori had solid appearances at the plate. Isham and Zach Hix also saw a few innings each in the three games played.

“We had 16 guys the first two games, so the turnout was great,” Van Pelt said. “It was going well before that freak accident (with Sartori and Isham) happened. But I’m happy with the effort. I’m excited for this group coming back next year.”