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Monday, March 21, 2016
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Apple news: Where’s the hype? SAN FRANCISCO (AP) – It wouldn’t be an Apple event without some hoopla. But the company’s product announcement today doesn’t seem to be stirring much passion. Apple has invited tech reporters and analysts to its Silicon Valley headquarters, where CEO Tim Cook is expected to unveil some new additions to its current family of iPhone and iPad devices. So far, however, there have been no hints of any dramatic announcements, such as last year’s highly
anticipated Apple Watch debut, or major initiatives like the company’s long-rumored but yetto-materialize streaming TV service. Apple could use a shot in the arm. IPhone sales are levelling off, after surging last year to record levels that made Apple the world’s biggest company by stock market value. And many are wondering if Cook can come up with another big hit. And the very next day, Apple is set to square off in court against the FBI over its demand that the
Nearly 30 states allow midwifery DELIVERY
ated Press on condition of anonymity because CONTINUED FROM A1 she wants to protect her ability to continue helpA spokeswoman for ing pregnant mothers in Republican Gov. Bruce Illinois. Rauner said he would The woman, who said review the plan if it she became a midwife to reached his desk. help give more holistic Almost 30 states, includ- care to expecting mothing neighboring Wiscon- ers, assists up to five lowsin, allow the practice of risk clients a month and midwifery by nationally carries emergency tools certified professionals, such as anti-hemorrhage who receive fewer years of medication and an oxytraining than nurse-mid- gen tank. However, she wives and are not licensed did have to call 911 once for hospital births or because a baby wasn’t primary care. There are breathing. about 1,000 home births “[Emergency respondper year in Illinois, up ers] could very well ask from about 800 in 2011, me for proof of licensure according to or to sign a the Coalition document When states for Illinois with my Midwives. allow certified name and “The time informamidwives to be is now,” said tion that if licensed, MedGabel, an I provide icaid provides Evanston it I would save millions. Democrat, be putting of the meamyself at Rachel Wickersham, sure that will risk,” she president of Coalitions be heard in of Illinois Midwifery said. “The committee reality is in April. She we can’t and coaligive them tion memall of our bers say they are hope- information so we come ful the proposal will gain up with creative ways to support because of last give them our clients’ hisyear’s move by the Ameri- tory,” such as pretending can College of Obstetri- to be a family member or cians and Gynecologists birthing coach in order to to endorse training and stay with the mother in a education standards of hospital. the International ConOpponents overlook federation of Midwives. possible Medicaid savCoalition leaders also said ings, as low-income licensure could save the women who would norstate millions in Medicaid mally deliver at the hoscosts. pital could instead hire But Dr. Maura Quinlan, a midwife, said Rachel an assistant obstetrics Wickersham, the presiand gynecology professor, dent of Coalition for Illipracticing OB/GYN and nois Midwifery. A 2012 the chairwoman of Illi- study commissioned by nois’ ACOG chapter, said the coalition projected $5 the organization might million in Medicaid savbe more receptive to ings for Illinois. Gabel’s bill if it included Hospital births cost pathways for professional $10,000 or more. At-home midwives and doctors to births with a certified prowork collaboratively on fessional midwife would issues such as assessing cost between $2,500 and a mother’s risk prior to $5,000, she said, noting delivery. Problems that that because it’s mostly can arise during at-home an out-of-pocket expense, births include postpar- most women who hire tum hemorrhaging and midwives are upper-midthe need for resuscitation. dle class. “We see attempted home “When states allow cerbirths and the baby is dead tified professional midor hasn’t had oxygen or wives to be licensed, the mother is sick. We are Medicaid providers save a little jaded because we millions,” she said. see the disaster cases that Ultimately, midwives eventually come to the and doctors said their first ER,” Quinlan said. priority is the mother and A certified midwife who child. has practiced in Illinois “We all want the same and Wisconsin since 2010 thing,” said Quinlan. delivered Keller’s child, “This is not a turf battle. and spoke to The Associ- It’s a safety issue.”
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company help it unlock a mass shooter’s encrypted iPhone. While that dispute has drawn heated rhetoric, most Apple watchers say it’s unlikely to play a major role at today’s product launch. “There’s been a lot less noise” around today’s event, compared with similar gatherings in the past, said Gartner tech analyst Brian Blau. Even so, he cautioned against ruling out any surprises. “Apple is such a secretive company. They do keep things under wraps as long as possible.” While Apple has been
mum about its plans, several analysts expect the company will introduce an upgrade to its older, 4-inch iPhone 5S – aimed at consumers who haven’t sprung for the bigger-screen iPhone 6 models that Apple introduced 2 years ago. The new phone might come with features such as Apple Pay and the company’s fastest processor, which have previously been offered only on versions of the iPhone 6. Analysts and tech blogs say Apple also might unveil a new model of the iPad Pro.
OBITUARY
Actor from ‘Sopranos,’ ‘Rockford Files’ dies NEW YORK (AP) known as Lieutenant – Joe Santos, who Becker, the pal and played Lieutenant grudging helpmate Dennis Becker on of L.A. private eye “The Rockford Files,” Jim Rockford (James has died at 84. Garner) on NBC’s Santos died Friday in “The Rockford Files,” Santa Monica, which aired California, after from 1974 to a heart attack 1980 and scored earlier in the him an Emmy week, according nomination. to his agent AliThe New Yorkcia Beekman. born actor also Santos’ career had guest roles Joe spanned more on such series as Santos than 4 decades, “Magnum, P.I.,” from a guest shot on “Miami Vice” and “Naked City” in the “Hardcastle & McCorearly 1960s through a mick.” recurring role on “The Santos most recently Sopranos.” was seen in the 2015 But he was best film “Chronic.”
Helen E. Krone STERLING – Helen E. Krone, 79, of Sterling, died Saturday morning, March 19, 2016, at Walnut Manor. Helen was born Oct. 27, 1936, in Sterling, the daughter of Jack and Elizabeth (Lease) Gartner. She was a 1954 graduate of Community High School (Newman Central Catholic High School) and a 1992 graduate of Sauk Valley Community College. She married Weston Krone. Helen attained her real estate license, enjoyed bowling and was a member of Phi Beta Kappa. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sterling. Surviving are her children, Gary (Carla) Krone of Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, Brian (Pam) Krone of Sterling, Brenda (Patrick) McDowell of Naperville, and Linda Krone (Sue Hansfield) of Cortland; brothers,
FUNERAL SERVICES FOR THE WEEK Today’s visitation: Donald Rogers of Dixon, 9 to 11 a.m. at Northside Baptist Church in Dixon. Today’s funerals: Donald Rogers of Dixon, 11 a.m. at Northside Baptist Church in Dixon. Leonard A. Pollock of Rock Falls, 11 a.m. burial at Coloma Township Cemetery in Rock Falls. Tuesday visitation: Helen E. Krone of Sterling, 5 to 7 p.m. at McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls. Wednesday funeral: Helen E. Krone of Sterling,
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Although fewer districts fell into the lowest financial category and more districts made it into the top financial category, almost 60 percent of districts are deficit spending, meaning they’re
10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sterling. April 2 visitation: Rena E. Heusinkveld of Morrison, 9:30-11 a.m. at Ebenezer Reformed Church in Morrison. April 2 funeral: Rena E. Heusinkveld of Morrison, 11 a.m. at Ebenezer Reformed Church in Morrison. April 16 funeral: Thomas A. Russ of Tampico, 10:30 a.m. memorial service at Tampico United Methodist Church.
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Increase could generate $100,000 a year SALES TAX
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Next meeting Officials estimate the tax increase would generate about $100,000 annually in a best-case
scenario. Business Development Districts are designed to help enhance the economic and social well being of a municipality through blight reduction, infrastructure improvements and other enhancements paid for in part by tax revenue. The designation also opens the door to grants that can be used to help pay for things such as signage and site improvements. The total cost for Mount Carroll’s business district is an estimated $10.3 million, which would pay for development plans, land assem-
The Mount Carroll City Council will meet at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at City Hall, 302 N. Main St.
Public forum Community members can voice their opinion about the creation of a Business Development District during a public hearing at 7 p.m. Thursday at City Hall. Go to mtcarrollil.org or call City Hall at 815-244-4424 for an agenda or more information.
The district The proposed Business Development District would include properties on both sides of Market Street; on the bly, site preparation – including land clearance and site improvements – remodeling and repairing existing buildings and new construction, among other things. The proposed district
west side of Main Street from Market to Benton Streets; on both sides of Clay Street from Benton to Broadway Streets; on the south side of Broadway Street between College and Madison Streets; and on both sides of Madison Street between Benton and Broadway Streets. The district also includes properties on the east side of Clay Street from Seminary Street to the railroad tracks, properties west of Jackson Street on both sides of U.S. 52 and state Route 64 to the east end of the city’s corporate limits; and properties east of Clay Street on both sides of U.S. 52 and state Route 64 to the west end of the city’s corporate limits. A map is available for viewing at city hall.
includes the downtown and the southern parts of Mount Carroll. A map of the area is available for viewing at city hall. Before the council votes on designating the district in the coming
Schools: Reduced state aid, property wealth hit our bottom line spending more than their revenues in main operating accounts, such as for instruction, school maintenance and transportation expenses. The state hasn’t seen such a high percentage since at least the 2010 school year. Board of Education officials are concerned the
Dave Gartner of Madison, Wisconsin, and Peter (Nancy) Gartner of Princeton; a sister, Mary Henry of Phoenix; and four grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two brothers, William and Charles Gartner. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at McDonald Funeral Home, 1002 12th Ave., Rock Falls. Celebration of the Mass of Christian burial will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sterling with The Rev. Bruce Ludeke, celebrant, officiating. Burial will be at Oak Knoll Memorial Park in Sterling. A memorial has been established to Newman Central Catholic High School or Sacred Heart Catholic Church in her memory. Go to mcdonaldfuneralhomes.com to send condolences.
districts can look good on paper and increase their financial profile by borrowing and dipping into reserves. The districts issued long-term debt of $307.2 million in the year ending on June 30, 2015, which is less than the year before, but the number still troubling to
board officials. Some districts also are borrowing against future tax collections to pay bills. “They’re issuing debt and leveraging future revenues to sustain operations, ... and that is not good fiscal practice. It’s not what we do at home and not what any business would do,” Robert
Wolfe, chief financial officer at the Board of Education. Districts argue that they’ve been struggling for years due to reduced and delayed state aid, as well as declining property wealth, which is a key component of how much districts can borrow.
weeks, members want to hear from the community. A public forum will be held Thursday where business leaders and other members of the public can share their thoughts about the plan.
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